HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-11-08_Minutes - HCNBYakima City Council Committee Minutes
Healthy Communities & Neighborhood Building Committee (HCNB)
2nd Floor Conference Room For the Record
November 8, 2018
Committee Members
Counoi|membmrKathy Coffey (cheir)
Counoi|nnemberJason White
Counoi|nnennber Brad Hill (alternate)
Counoi|member Kay Funk (absent)
Staff
Others
Cliff Moore
Adrianne Garner (HBCC)
Joan Davenport
Frank Rowland (HBCC)
Sara Watkins
Andy Ferguson (T`/T)
Roea|inde|barra
Ken Wilkinson
!
Scoff Schafer
�
Joseph Calhoun
Randy Beehler
0
and Assistance Program Charter. Following an extended discussion on current homeless matters,
Davenport reported she is preparing a memo describing a step-by-step process on the progress for
implementing a low -barrier shelter in the City. Coffey motioned, seconded by Hill, to request that
the Council submit a letter to the BOCC requesting that the excess revenue of the increase to the
2163 Fund be put into a Capital Facility development fund. Motion carried unanimously. This will
be included on Council business meeting on December 4th as a Committee report.
In the packet was Larry Mattson's (YVCOG) response to Council's motion from September 11th, a
letter from YVCOG, and Funk's response to which Moore stated they were included for
informational purposes only; no further action necessary.
Affordable/Senior/Low Income Housing.- — Davenport provided an update on the Affordable Housing
Report. The following issues will be covered: land and locational issues; regulatory barriers and
incentives; the cost of development such as permitting, frontage improvements, and utilities;
dedicated revenues; and housing maintenance code issues. This informational report will be
provided to the City Council at their December 4th business meeting.
Community Crosswalks Feasibility Report — Schafer described the City of Seattle's neighborhood
crosswalk program. He reiterated the challenges the City faces in incorporating such a program in
Yakima such as funding, cost maintenance, and lack of personnel resources. The traffic calming
petition process was discussed. Staff will research whether a petition for Fair Ave was submitted.
Future Items — A brief discussion about federal legislative priorities lobbying efforts ensued, in
particular about funding projects using the marijuana revenues. White motioned to move the
legislative priorities for recreational marijuana revenues to full Council. Motion failed for lack of a
second. It was Committee consensus to include this discussion to an upcoming Council briefing.
White expressed the importance of securing funds to modernize the two existing pools and
community centers. He requested further discussion on this matter. Staff will report back to HCNB
on the status of existing facilities and projected improvements. It will be listed on the December
HCNB agenda as Community and Neighborhood Facilities.
Recap of Deliverables—
• Add YPAL to HCNB monthly agenda under Reports
• HCNB Committee Report to Council: Draft letter to BOCC regarding 2163 Fund excess
revenue to create a capital facility fund
• Include in an upcoming Council briefing meeting two items for discussion:
• Council direction for Community Integration Committee
• Marijuana revenue dedicated to specific youth development programs
• Include Community and Neighborhood Facilities to the December HCNB agenda
• Staff to research a traffic calming petition for Fair Avenue
Audience Egqicipation — Frank Rowland expressed appreciation for the City's efforts on the Henry
Beauchamp Community Center.
Adjourn — White motioned, seconded by Hill, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. This meeting
adjourned at approximately 11:13 a.m.
e--%
Approved by:
Date Approved., Z6 lit
Prepared by: Rosalinda lbarra, Community Development Administrative Assistant. This meeting was recorded by Y -PAC.
Page 2