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JUNE 30, 1981
STUDY SESSION
The City Council met in session on this date at 1:00 P.M. in the City
Council Chambers of City Hall, Yakima, Washington. Council members pre-
sent were Mayor Betty L. Edmondson, Henry Beauchamp, Lynn Buchanan, Lynn
Carmichael, and Shirley Doty. Council members Bruce Crest and Don
Hinman absent.
1. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
Mayor Edmondson reported that the Committee of the Council for
appointments to the Housing Authority met and recommend that
Robert G. Villbrandt fill the vacancy left by Tom Bostic. It
was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan that Robert G.
Villbrandt be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Housing
Authority. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Crest and
Hinman absent.
Council member Beauchamp reported that he was contacted by a
citizen asking about getting the chuckholes on Nob Hill Boule-
vard repaired. Discussion followed regarding the proposed
major improvement project for Nob Hill Boulevard, which is
currently in the process. Willis White, Director of Public
Works, commented that regular maintenance is made on Nob Hill
Boulevard, but filling all the chuckholes is a major project
and would be a part of the improvement of Nob Hill Boulevard
project. Council member Carmichael reported that the flag
which is flying on the 2nd Street entrance of City Hall should
be replaced as it is looking dirty and tacky. Mayor Edmondson
suggested a larger flag with weights to prevent it from being
wind whipped around the pole. City Manager Zais stated that
staff will look at that.
2. REPORT ON TRANSIT SERVICE AND ROUTE EXPANSION, UMTA FUNDING AND
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
Willis White, Director of Public Works, stated that staff has
been meeting with the Council Transit Committee and concluded
that the recommendations in this report should be recommended
to Council. He then read the report, dated June 29, 1981. It
is recommended to eliminate the Summitview Route and create
two new routes -- a revised Summitview Route, and a new Engle-
wood Route which would reduce ridership time. He stated that
this would require the addition of three buses to keep in
reserve. He stated that the City has three buses on order,
however, they won't be delivered for 9-12 months. He stated
that Seattle-Metro will lease the City three buses at $250
each per month. He stated that staff has inspected the buses
and feel they are sufficient for reserve buses. He stated
that three additional drivers would also be required, which
would be a cost of approximately $4,400 per month. He stated
that a needs assessment would also be conducted to receive
input from the citizens in that area for the best routing. He
requested authorization to purchase a rebuilt engine for one
of the 45-passengers buses, and cautioned Council that he may
be back later this year requesting the same authorization for
the other 45-passenger buses. He stated that it is also
recommended to increase the sales tax from .02% to .03% and
referred to the supportive material given in Exhibits 5 and 6.
Council member Doty pointed out a typing error in Exhibit 5.
Second item under column which should be $506,000 instead
of $605,000. Mr. White explained the necessity for the in-
crease of the sales tax, commenting that staff was remiss in
estimating the $935,000. He stated that was based on an
accrual basis, and not all that money will come in during this
calendar year. He stated that the sales tax revenue for
November and December of 1981 would probably come in in Jan-
uary or February of 1982. Don Horan, Director of Finance and
Budget,, gave some information on the miscalculation of the
estimated revenue. , Council member Beauchamp expressed his
concern about initiating the route changes and then conduct
the needs assessment. Council member Carmichael stated that
this was discussed at the meeting with staff. She commented
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that the needs assessment was to get input from the riders
regarding the route structure. She stated that the Committee
and staff knew that the route should be split, however, the
route structure was not definite. She stated that it is not
exactly a "needs assessment ", but it is to make the best route
changes we can. Council member Buchanan also expressed his
concern regarding the order of initiating the change; change
first, study second, and discussion followed regarding this
concern. Mr. White stated that knowing the route had to be
split, he does not have any problem in recommending the pro-
posal. Council member Buchanan questioned if the bus drivers
would have to be retained under the agreement with UMTA if
this route change does not work. Mr. White stated that that
is the 13 -C agreement under UMTA. City Manager Dick Zais
indicated that the agreement would be applicable for the
period of time the City was using UMTA funds. Council member
Buchanan also expressed his concerns about the request for
increased sales tax. Mr. White stated that this is a policy
decision for the Council; to either stay with UMTA and keep
the sales tax at .02% or increase the sales tax to .03% and
eliminate UMTA funding. Following discussion concerning the
route changes, Council member Buchanan expressed his concern
about leasing three buses that are older than the ones staff
wanted to build or replace last year. Rich Anenson, Fleet
Manager, reported on the new maintenance program instituted
this year and the results of the evaluation of the condition
of the fleet. He stated that it is his belief that the eight
buses will last for some time, as long as parts availability
does not become a problem. City Manager Zais suggested that
the Council give direction on Item No. 1 -4, and staff will
come back in another three weeks on the issue of the sales
tax. He suggested that temporary drivers be used for the
balance of the year to implement the route changes. Council
member Buchanan stated that he estimates that it will cost an
additional $10,000 to implement the route changes, and in-
quired who is responsible for major repairs to the leased
buses. Mr. Anenson reported that Seattle -Metro would be
responsible for the parts and the City of Yakima would provide
the labor. Council member Carmichael reminded the Council
that these buses are for reserve use only. It was MOVED by
Carmichael, seconded by Doty to accept the Committee's recom-
mendations No. 1 -4, as outlined, with the exception of sub-
stituting temporary for permanent drivers involved in the
route change. Carried by 4 -1 voice vote. Buchanan voting nay.
Crest and Hinman absent. Mayor Edmondson requested that staff
keep the Council advised about the publicity and status on
this route change.
3. REVIEW OF PROPOSAL FOR ADDITIONAL AIR SERVICE FOR YAKIMA
Larry Wittenberg, Assistant City Manager, reviewed his report
dated June 26, 1981, regarding the request from Air Olympia to
provide commuter service between Yakima, Olympia and Spokane.
He stated that while they only have one plane available now
for this service, they anticipate having another plane in
service in 3 -4 months. He stated that they will have a month
to month rental fee of $62.50 and $31.00 landing fees.
Council member Carmichael questioned their flight schedule,
commenting that it does not provide service between Yakima and
Olympia the same day. Assistant City Manager Wittenberg
stated that that service will be provided with the additional
plane. There being no action required, it was the general
consensus of the Council that the Council was supportive of
this program.
4. EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was MOVED by Doty, seconded by Carmichael to move into
Executive Session for the purpose of discussing pending liti-
gation and property lease negotiations. Unanimously carried
by voice vote. Crest and Hinman absent.
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BUSINESS MEETING
5. ROLL CALL
At 3:10 P.M. the Council members commenced the regular meet-
ing, Mayor Betty L. Edmondson presiding. Council members
Beauchamp, Buchanan, Carmichael and Doty and City Manager Zais
and Assistant City Attorney Vanek present on roll call.
Council members Crest and Hinman absent.
6. INVOCATION
The Invocation was given by Council member Doty.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Betty L. Edmondson referred to the items placed on the
Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions
or deletions from either Council members or citizens present.
The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda items, including
Resolutions and Ordinances, by title. It was MOVED by Doty,
seconded by Buchanan that the Consent Agenda, as read, be
passed. Unanimously carried by roll call vote. Crest and
Hinman absent. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk
(*) indicate items on the Consent Agenda handled under one
motion without further.discussion.)
*8. MINUTES
The Council minutes of May 5, and 14, 1981, and June 4, 9, and
16, 1981, were approved, having been duly certified accurate
by two Council members and no one present wishing to have said
minutes read publicly. -
9. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Janet Snodgrass, 407 North 40th Avenue, presented the Council
with a poster drawn by her son-in-law, depicting the Waste-
water Treatment Plant Construction.
*10. AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF BUS MOTOR FOR TRANSIT DIVISION .
' RESOLUTION NO. D-4500, A RESOLUTION authorizing the purchase
of bus motor without calling for bids.
*11. PERMIT TO ENCROACH ON A CITY UTILITY EASEMENT
RESOLUTION NO. D-4501, A RESOLUTION authorizing the issuance
of a permit to encroach on a City utility easement as re-
quested by Robert Lindeman.
*12. DISPOSITION OF DAMAGE CLAIMS
A. RESOLUTION N0. D-4502, A RESOLUTION denying a claim for
damages filed with the City of Yakima by Helen Blakeney.
B. RESOLUTION NO. D-4503, A RESOLUTION authorizing payment
of $42.78 to Hubert H. Patterson in settlement of a claim
for damages filed with the City of Yakima.
*13. OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL REQUEST
The out-of-state travel .request for Ed Carroll, Fire Chief,
and Ken Groth, Deputy Fire Chief, to attend the 1981 Annual
Conference of the Western Fire Chiefs Association, in Elko,
Nevada, was approved.
*14. INVESTMENT REPORT FOR MAY, 1981
The report of the City Treasurer dated June 30, 1981, regard-
ing the investments of the City of Yakima, was accepted and
approved.
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*15. ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING RE LEGAL FEES FOR CAPITOL THEATRE LITIGA-
TION
ORDINANCE NO. 2525, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1981 Budget for
the City of Yakima; and appropriating, transferring, and re-
appropriating money within and among various funds, all as
appropriations for the 1981 City of Yakima Budget.
*16. ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEY WITHIN VARIOUS FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS
An Ordinance appropriating money within various funds and
accounts, having been read by title only at this meeting, was
laid on the table for one week or until July 7, 1981.
*17. ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEY WITHIN VARIOUS FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS
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An Ordinance appropriating money within various funds and
accounts, having been read by title only at this meeting, was
laid on the table for one week or until July 7, 1981.
18. OTHER BUSINESS
Mayor Betty L. Edmondson reported that a Brown Avenue Neigh-
borhood Meeting will be held on July 7, 1981, at 7:30 P.M. at
310 North 16th Avenue. This neighborhood meeting will be held
to discuss the Community Development 'Block Grant Program for
the next three years.
INFORMATION ITEMS
Items of information supplied to Council were: memo from City
Manager re 1982 Budget - Preliminary Guidelines. 6/22/81;
Council originated pending items. 6/24/81; letter to State
of Washington, Office of the Treasurer, from the Director of
Finance and Budget re extension of loan registered warrants.
6/22/81; memo from Director of Community Development re Dia-
mond Parking. 6/22/81; memo from Director of Community
Development re status report on construction of High Zone Pump
Station and High Zone 1 MG Reservoir. 6/25/81; memo from
Supervising Traffic Engineer re South 1st Street/Mead Avenue.
6/24/81; correspondence between the Department of Community
Development and Department of Ecology re National Flood
Insurance Program; memo from National Community Development
Association re legislative update -- Housing and Community
Development. 6/10/81; The Mayor, Volume 48, No. 12. 6/15/81;
The Visitor, publication from the Visitors and Convention
Bureau.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Doty to move into
Executive Session for the purpose of discussing property lease
and then adjourn the meeting. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. Crest and Hinman absent.
19. ADJOURNMENT
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Upon completion of the Executive Session, the meeting was
adjourned at the hour of 3:20 P.M., to then meet on Tuesday,
July 7, 1981, at 11:30 A.M. to meet with the County Commis-
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