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JANUARY 27, 1981
STUDY SESSION
The City Council met in session on this date at 1:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, Yakima, Washington. Council members
present were Assistant Mayor Don Hinman, Henry Beauchamp, Lynn
Buchanan, Lynn Carmichael, Bruce Crest and Shirley Doty. Mayor
Edmondson absent.
1. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
Assistant Mayor Hinman reported that the Parks Committee of
the Council have recommendations for two' appointments to be
made to the Parks Commission as the terms of Mrs. Mary
Williams and Mrs. Judy Tassielli expired as of December 31,
1980. Council member Carmichael reported that the Committee
met on Friday, and the two' recommendations are: that Paul
Schafer be appointed for the position held by Judy Tassielli
and that Mike Nixon be appointed to the position held by
Mrs. Mary Williams. After discussion, it was moved by
Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan that the Council accept
the recommendations of the Parks Committee of the Council
and appoint Paul Schafer to the position held by Judy
Tassielli and Mike Nixon to the position held by Mrs. Mary
Williams. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Edmondson
absent. It was suggested that a letter of appreciation be
written to Judy Tassielli and Mary Williams for their seven
and nine years service, respectively.
Council member Carmichael mentioned Parks budgeting and
plans for the future indicating that they should come up with
some better solutions to the problems dealing with the Parks.
She suggested that in order to better utilize the swimming
pools, that a swimming pool advisory committee should be
formed with the Committee responsible to the Parks
Commission. After discussion, it was the general consensus
of the Council that this matter should be referred to the
Parks Commission for their ideas on appointing a pool
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Council member Doty asked about the possibility of giving a
waiver of dog license fees for senior citizens. City Manager
Zais explained that this question has been asked before and
the City Attorney has given an opinion stating that according
to the law, no special rates or benefits can be given on
utility fees. He stated that they will take a look at it again
and get a legal opinion on the specific matter of dog licenses.
2. PRESENTATION OF ICMA FINANCIAL TRENDS STUDY FOR
YAKIMA
City Manager Zais explained that this study is the final
version of the study began this past year. In cooperation
with the City Manager's Association, 22 cities around the
country entered into this study to take a look at their
financing. The State of Washington dominated the study with
Yakima, Selah, Ellensburg, and Spokane taking part in it.
He referred to his memo re Financial Conditions in our
Community and Municipial Finance Revenues and Trends,
stating that a review will be made of the trends which can be
used as a tool for the future.
Nellie Horan of the Finance Department reviewed the study in
detail, explaining the charts shown in the study and that
they used the past to project the future. After this review
of the study, she noted that the City of Yakima's revenue
will not support the current services, that unless new
revenues are to be found, there must be a reduction in
services.
After discussion, City Manager Zais stated that in the future
they will continue to keep up these graphs to keep currently
informed about the financial status of the City.
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3. EXECUTIVE SESSION RE PERSONNEL
It was MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by Doty to move into
Executive Session for the purpose of discussing personnel.
Unanimously carried by voice vote. Edmondson absent.
BUSINESS MEETING
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4. ROLL CALL
At 3:00 p.m., the Council members commenced the regular
meeting_ Assistant Mayor Hinman presiding, Council members
Buchanan, Carmichael, Crest and Doty and City Manager Zais
and City Attorney Andrews 'present roll call. Council
member Beauchamp temporarily abs�nt. Mayor Edmondson
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absent. Assistant Mayor Hillman stated that Council member �=
Beauchamp is attending another meeting on Council business.
5. INVOCATION
The Invocation was given by Assistant Maycr Hinman.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
Assistant Mayor Hinman referred to the items placed on the
Consent Agenda; questioning whether there were any
additions or deletions from either Council members or citizens
present. Assistant Mayor .Hinman reported that there is an
off-agenda gem, No. 16-B, for an out-of-state travel request
for Council members Beauchamp, Buchanan, Carmichael,
Edmondson and Hinman and City Manager Zais and the
Directors of Community Development and Public Works, to
attend the National League of Cities Conference in
Washington, D.C. Council member Crest requested that Item
No. 16-B be added to the Consent Agenda. It was the
general consensus of the Council that the addition of Item No.
16-B, as requested, be made. The City Clerk then read the
Consent Agenda items including resolutions and ordinances by
title. It was MOVED by Crest, seconded by Carmichael that
the Consent Agenda, as read, be passed. Unanimously
carried by roll call vote. Beauchamp temporarily absent.
Edmondson absent. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an
asterisk (^) indicate items on the Consent Agenda handled
under one motion without further discussion.)
*7' MINUTES
The Council minutes of December 23 1980 were approved,
having been duly certified accurate by two Council members
and no one present wishing to have said minutes read
publicly.
8. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
APPEARANCE BY KEN SCHILLER, COX CABLE TV
Ken Schiller, Co; Cable TV, gave a report on cable TV
installations inside the City Limits. He stated that the City
is about 60% complete on underground installations and
distributed a report on the areas 'yet to' be completed. He
answered the Council's various questions regarding the
installation and rates on cable TV.
9. REPORT ON PETITION FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL CHANGES ON SO.
8TH STREET AND SPRUCE
City Manager Zais reported that the petitioner called and
requested that this item be continued for one week because
she cannot attend the meeting due to illness. It was the
general consensus of the Council to continue this item for one
week.
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10. REPORT ON ADMINISTRATION OF RULES AND REGULATIONS
CONCERNING 0.2% SALES TAX FOR TRANSIT
Assistant Mayor Hinman questioned how the roving salesmen
are effected by this sales tax. Acting Finance Director Don
Horan stated that it depends on the origin and delivery of
the purchases and gave some examples showing the difference
when the sales tax would be app|icab|e. He also stated that
if the product is to be held for resale, then the tax is not
applicable.
11. REPORT ON PROPOSED GAMBLING TAX
Council members discussed the reports received from the
Police and Finance Departments, Police Chief LaRue
commented on the involvement of the Police Department when
a casino night event is held. Harold Allen, Central
Amusement Company, spoke about the profits received from
these events that the various organizations make. He
commented that out of 38 events 'held last year, there was
only one that had any trouble. He stated that these events
are well policed by the people who manage thmrn. Discussion
followed, and there was an interest expressed in asking the
County Commissioners if they would be interested in looking
at something along this line. Following discussion, it was the
general consensus of the Council to inquire if the County is
interested in this and report back at the next meeting.
12. OUTSIDE UTILITY REQUEST FROM MS. VIRGINIA FAULKNER
Virginia Faulkner explained the difficulties she is
experiencing with the septic tanks at 1607 and 1609 West
King, stating that the system at 1609 has failed completely.
She stated that while the system at 1607 has not failed yet,
there is no doubt that the solids are going to the line, which
was evidenced when the tank was pumped. Larry Wright,
Planning Manager, stated that we accept the word of the
individual who pumped that tank saying that the failure of '
the system is imminent. He also commented that we are
looking at annexing that area by the end of the year.
Following discussion, it was MOVED by Crest, seconded by
Buchanan that the outside utility request for 1609 West King
be approved and upon the verification of the imminent failure
of the other system, that 1607 West King be approved.
Unanimously carried by voice vote. Beauchamp temporarily
absent. Edmondson absent.
*13. EXECUTE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH YPPA
RESOLUTION NO. D-4411 A RESOLUTION authorizing and
directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of
Yakima to exe a collective bargaining agreement for
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calendar years ` 1981 and 1982 with the Yakima Police
Patrolmen's Association.
^14. LEASE AGREEMENT WITH WILLIS DECOTO FOR PROPERTY AT
YAKIMA AIR TERMINAL
RESOLUTION NO. D-4412 A RESOLUTION authorizing and
directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of
Yakima to execute an agricultural lease agreement with Willis
Oacoto for real property at the Yakima Air Terminal.
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t15. DjSPOS|TyN•OF D'AMAGE
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RESOLUTION NO'. D-4413 A RESOLUTION authorizing
payment of $36.75' to Harold L. Smith in settlement of a claim
for damages filed with the City of Yakima.
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*16. ORDINANCE AMENDING COMPENSATION AND CLASSIFICATION
PLAN FOR CITY EMPLOYEES FOR 1981
ORDINANCE NO. 2491, AN ORDINANCE relating to City
personnel; adopting a classification and compensation plan for
City employees to be effective January 1, 1981; amending
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Sections 2.20.100 . and %.20.11 O of the City of Yakima
Municipal Code; and dec|arin an emergency.
*16B. OUT OF STATE TRAVEL REQUEST
The out-of-state travel request for Mayor Edmondson, Council
members Beauchamp, Buchanan, Carmichael and Hinman and
City Manager Zais and Willis White, Director of Public Works
and Carol Darby, Director of Community Development, to
Washington, D.C., February 27 through March 7, 1981 to
attend the National League of Cities Conference, was
approved.
It was also noted that the travel request for Council members
to attend the legislative session on February 19, 1981 in
Olympia and for Council members Carmichael and Hinman to
attend the Governor's Housing Conference February 19 and
20, 1981, in Olympia, had been previously approved.
17. OTHER BUSINESS
Council member Carmichael inquired about the status report
on City-owned property. City Manager Zais stated that the
City-owned property management report is scheduled to be
completed by mid year. Following discussion, it was the
general consensus of the Council to request a list of the
City-owned property and then bring the complete report to
Council when it is cnm9|eted .
COUNCIL INFORMATION
Items of information supplied to Council were: Council
assignments to Boards and Commissions. 1 /15/81 ; letter to
County Public Works Department re Fairview-Sumac sewer
system. 1/20/81; mmmn from Director of Community
Development re temporary certificates of occupancy - Chinook
Tower. 1/15/81; Report from Police Department re complaints
received; Board of Adjustment minutes for special meeting
held on January 13, 1981; minutes of November 18, 1980 and
December 16, 1980 Police and Fire Civil Service Commission
meeting; and letter from Jim camache requesting leave of
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18. ADJOURNMENT
It was MOVED by Crest, seconded by Doty to move into
Executive Session for the purpose of discussing personnel and
then immediately adjourn the meeting. Unanimously carried
by voice vote. Beauchamp temporarily absent. Edmondson
absent. Upon the completion of Executive Session, the
meeting was adjourned at the hour of 5:00 p.m.
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