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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/29/1975 Business Meeting 486 SEPTEMBER 29, 1975 The City Council met at City Hall at 1:30 P.M., on this date for a bus tour of the rehabilitation home properties, Transit "barn" (old City Shops) and Airport Restaurant. 1 ;Councilmen present on the tour were Mayor Bert Broad, Betty L. ,Edmondson, W. K. "Pete" Moore and Dr. Bill Simmons. At 3:00 P.M., the, Council members returned to the Council Chambers in City Hall for the regular Council meeting, Mayor Broad presiding, ;Councilmen Edmondson, Moore, Schussler, Simmons and Acting City Manager Andrews present on roll call. Councilmen Brown and Jarms absent on roll call, having been excused at the previous meeting. This being the time set for the Hearing on Petition No. 857, ifiled by the Corporation of Catholic Bishop, requesting vacation of an alley between 3rd and 4th Streets, "B" Street to Lincoln, !Mayor Broad reported on the letter received from the petitioner !dated September 24, 1975, requesting withdrawal of the petition to vacate the alley, this matter having been subsequently handled ;through a Right-of-Way Use Permit. This being the time set for the Hearing on Resolution No. D- I3390, a Resolution of Intention to improve property by the construct lion of a sewer in the Cascade Vista annexation area, Director of Public Works Dave Vargas reported on the boundaries of the L.I.D. area, noting four smaller areas to include 51st to 56th Avenues, service to Rancho Land and an area west of 24th Avenue. The I total cost for the project is estimated at $260,000 with the 1City's Water-Sewer Fund picking up $32,000. He noted a 30-day protest period, with construction to begin in November_and possible completion by spring. Those present and asking. this LID were Mr. Charles Reese, Mrs. Glen Shodgra, Carl Sorensen, and Roy Hill. Mayor Broad noted two written protests received land filed with the City Clerk on this date. After due discussion, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson that Ordinance No. 1845, providing for said improvements and creating Local ,Improvement District No. 1006, Cascade Vista Sewer District, be ;passed: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye on roll call. Brown and Jarms absent. ORDINANCE NO. 1845, AN ORDINANCE providing for the improvement of certain property by constructing a pipe sewer with the necessary Iwye branches and manholes; establishing a Local Improvement District; providing for the method of payment thereof; and creating a special fund. This being the time set for the Hearing on the Rezone Application filed by Mr. and Mrs. William Beerman, requesting rezone of property located at 421 South 16th Avenue, Principal Planner ' ,Dick Hill reviewed the Planning Staff report and Planning Commission IMinutes on this subject dated August 20 and September 2, 1975, respectively. He noted the applicant requests rezone from ' R-2, Two-Family Zone to B-2, Local Business Zone in order to I ' accommodate parking facilities associated with the present ;flower shop complex'located on the northeast corner of 16th and Tieton Drive. He explained the City is presently widening the intersection of 16th and Tieton Drive, taking away needed right-of-way adjacent to the Beerman's business, involving ' the removal of existing parking associated with that business. Mr. Hill noted the proposal is contrary to the City's General Plan, but in this unique situation, the staff feels the request should be granted in order to help alleviate a bad situation,but should not set a precedent for any other rezones in the area.. The Planning Commission also recommended approval. Present and speaking to this matter was the petitioner William Beerman. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Simmons that Ordinance No. 11846, accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission and rezoning said property, be passed: carried, Broad, Edmondson, ;Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye on roll call. Brown and Jarms absent. 487 SEPTEMBER 29, 1975 ORDINANCE NO. 1846, AN ORDINANCE accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission and rezoning property at 421 South 16th Avenue from R-2, Two-Family Zone, to B-2, Local Business Zone. City Attorney Andrews referred to the need for acceptance or denial of the offer for Purchase Option of Old Fire Station No. 1 in the amount of $78,000. He reviewed for the Council the bid received a week ago from Arthur Wahl and Associates for purchase of the building and reviewed conditions of the proposed bid to include 180 days in which to secure financing, secure permits and get approval of appropriate plans. He explained this will create a legal relationship between the City and the bidder whereby the City would grant them 90 days to secure financing and line up their permits. If they are not able to secure financing within 90 days, then three 30 day extension periods are provided for at $300 each. If they are not able to meet the conditions, the sale is off and the $300 extension fees are forfeited to the City. A $2,000 deposit which accompanies the agreement would not be forfeited. Councilman Schussler asked that Mr. Steve Anderson and the City Attorney once again meet together and draw up another earnest money agreement that is more clear and which provides for forfeiture of earnest money if conditions are not met. Mr. Schussler indicated he does favor sale of the building; however, under the terms of this agreement, he felt the City should reject this offer with the hope that the bidders would come back with another offer. Also present and speaking to this matter was Tony Novolidski. After due discussion, it was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Simmons that the City accept the bid of Arthur Wahl and Associates for Old Fire Station No. 1: carried, Broad, Moore and Simmons voting aye by voice vote; Edmondson and Schussler voting nay by voice vote. Councilmen Brown and Jarms absent. Councilman Edmondson also indicated the concern for a more standard form of agreement. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Simmons that Ordinance No. 1847, amending the Traffic Code to prohibit parking on the south side of Belmont Avenue from 15th Avenue to 16th Avenue, be passed: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye on roll call. Brown and Jarms absent. Acting City Manager Andrews explained that this Ordinance was prepared in response to a petition received from property owners in this area, noting this to be a narrow street. The Traffic Engineer recommends approval. ORDINANCE NO. 1847, AN ORDINANCE relating to traffic control; prohibiting parking on certain streets; and amending Section 9.50.500 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code by adding thereto Subsection 9.50.500 (28). It was MOVED by Edmondson, seconded by Moore that Ordinance No. 1848, amending the Yakima Municipal code to regulate payment for work performed on holidays, be passed: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye on roll call. Brown and Jarms absent. Acting City Manager Andrews explained that this provision especially affects those employees working a 10/4 shift. ORDINANCE NO. 1848, AN ORDINANCE relating to City personnel; regulating payment for work performed on holidays; and amending Subsections 2.40.080 (g) and 2.40.080 (i) of the City of Yakima Municipal Code. An Ordinance appropriating $86,000 within the Urban Arterial Street Fund for the balance on various arterial street projects, having been read by title only at this meeting was laid on the table for one week or until October 6, 1975. Acting City Manager Andrews reviewed those projects covered by this appropriation. 408 SEPTEMBER 29, 1975 Councilmen had a discussion relative to the request for extension : of the Management Agreement between the City of Yakima and the Capitol Theatre Committee, as contained in their letter dated September 26, 1975. Mr. Frank Bradley, being present, explained it is an extension retroactive from September 1, 1975 until the end of the year allowing them to retain their executive manager. He briefly reviewed the goals and functions of the Committee in establishing a Performing Arts Center in Yakima and working with the City re the future of the Capitol Theatre. Councilman Schussler asked that should an extension be made, he would request that the Committee makes specific recommendations to the City by the end of the year relative to a course of action in relation to the Capitol Theatre. He felt the Committee should play an important part and provide impetus for the final decision regarding the Theatre's possible location and/or restoration. Councilman Edmondson also emphasized the important role of the Committee, but felt continued funding in the amount of approximately G6,000 to be unsatisfactory. After due discussion, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Moore that the funding and request for extension of Agreement by the Capitol Theatre Committee be approved,with the provision that the City charge the Corporation with making specific recommendations to the City by the end of the year: carried, Broad, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote; Edmondson voting nay by voice vote. Brown and Jarms absent. : Petition No. 863 having been filed by Les Morin Auto Sales, Inc. requesting vacation of a utility easement in Leamings Addition, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Moore that said Petition be referred to the City Manager: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown and Jarms absent. Acting City Manager Andrews reported that bids were received and considered by a Bid Board on this date for LID No. 1005, 1975 Paving Improvements, as follows: Yakima Asphalt Paving Company $34,862.45 Superior Asphalt & Concrete Company $34,965.00 The City Engineer recommending that the bid be awarded to Yakima Asphalt Paving Company who submitted the lowest and best id,, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson - that the bid awarded to Yakima Asphalt Paving Company in the athount of$34,862.45 and that the City Manager be authorized to enter into contract with said contractor upon the filing of the proper bond and insurance: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown and Jarms absent. Mayor Broad requested the appointment of an alternate from the Council to the Regional Health Board, due to a change in their rules which permits an alternate to act in the absence of Council members presently on the Board. It was MOVED by Edmondson, seconded by Schussler that Mayor Broad be appointed as the alternate to the Health Board: carried, Edmondson, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown and Jarms absent. SEPTEMBER 29, 1975 There being no further business to come before the Council, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Moore that we do now adjourn at the hour of 4:25 P.M.: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown and Jams absent. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY lack )u DATE n. COUNCILMAN = DATE ATTEST: ' COUNCILMAN CITY CLE7 MAYOR 1