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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/24/1975 Business Meeting NOVEMBER 24, 1975 The City Council met in session on this date at 1:30 p.m. in the.Conference Room at Yakima City Hall. Councilmen present at the meeting were Mayor Bert Broad, Wray Brown, Betty L. Edmondson, Dick Jarms, W. K. "Pete" Moore, Don Schussler and Dr. Bill Simmons. Commissioner Les Conrad and Prosecuting Attorney Jeffrey Sullivan appeared before the Council to discuss the District Court Probation Services for 1976. They indicated that this budget would be cut by some $32,000 in 1976 resulting in elimination of services for the City or curtailment of all services unless the City wishes to contribute to the cost of support. Since this program has been in effect, the County has come to realize its not a self-supporting program as originally intended. Councilman Schussler thoiaght that the answer would be to increase fees, but that requires legislative action which has been stalled to date. The Co asked that the staff evaluate II/- the returns the City receives from the probation services and report back to the Council further. Council continued its budget-reviews with Director of Management and Budget reviewing his departmental expenditures, as follows: Records Department'- the budget was reviewed, reflecting the proposed increase in Animal Control Program.and adjustments in fees for business licenses for retail, professional, commercial and animal license fees. The Council indicated that it considered the Animal Control Program with a review of a subsequent report from the Manager. General Accounts expenses, reflected a minor decrease due to elimination of'Service Clerk III position in 1976. Although this results in an apparent reduction, a similar position may be created under a different program. Personnel - expenditures are down due to removal of the Director's salary from the budget and including it in a separate budget account. Treasurer - expenditures are up some 10 percent reflecting salary adjustments. Purchasing - no apparent increase; however, this is due to leveling off of expenditures in Central Supply Storage made in 1975. City Hall - increased maintenance and operation expenditures are budgeted to provide for installing various air conditioning vents and remodeling work stations. Data Processing - no increase is apparent'in 1976 over 1975; however, this is due to one time cost of $13,000 in 1975 for upgrading the computer center with new equipment. Safety and Training - reflects a 22% increase in 1975; however, there was an error in the costs shown in 1975. No final changes were recommended by the Council at this time. • 9/ NOVEMBER 24, 1975 At 3:00 the Council members moved into the Council Chambers for the balance of the meeting, Mayor Broad presiding, Councilmen Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler, City Manager McMicken and City Attorney Andrews present on roll call. Councilman Simmons absent on roll call and having requested permission to be excused from this meeting, it was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Brown that Councilman Simmons be excused: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. The Invocation was given by City Manager McMicken. The Minutes of the previous meeting of November 17, 1975, having been duly certified accurate by two Councilmen, and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly, Mayor Broad declared said minutes approved as recorded. This being the time set for Hearing on the Final Downtown Improve- ment Project Design, Associate Planner Larry Wright reviewed the goals and objectives of the proposed plan, explaining that today's presentation includes the traffic and pedestrian circulation patterns, sidewalks, lights, signals and trees, but that final design on the bus shelters, restrooms and the landscaping would not be reviewed at this time. Mr. Joe Dietzen, asked questions re the creation of diagonal parking on Yakima Avenue and the necessitl for sidewalk extensions at corners. Mr. Wright explained that the diagonal parking is being considered after consideration of several designs presented by the Design Team and discussed with the City Council. He explained that persons involved were contacted and their positions reported. He further explained that appropriate public hearings were held previously on the downtown project. Gordon Wonder stated that should the City constrict Yakima Avenue, Second Street and others, it would not be an improvement to ve- hicular circulation. He objected to the proposed circulation plan, explaining this pattern would not make it any easier for cars to leave parking lots and would not aid downtown business. Councilman Schussler explained that one of the objectives of the 1967 Central Business District Plan was to encourage circulation of traffic around the periphery of the Central Business District, which presents the best solution. He explained that Yakima Avenue should not be handling large volumes of through traffic and that the improvements would also make it easier for pedestrians. Mr. Jean Allard contended that Yakima Avenue and First Street do not belong primarily to the Central Business District. Mr. Lee Semon, Jr., Chairman of the DARC, explained that the plan is not to block off Yakima Avenue, since there will continue to be four lanes of traffic on Yakima Avenue. The only thing that has been changed is the removal of the left-turn storage lane at Yakima and Second Street. He further explained that the team has proposed angle parking on Yakima Avenue since more persons prefer to park diagonally rather than parallel park. Mr. Semon spoke to the importance of easily moving persons to places of business. He further explained II/ that the sidewalk will be cut into in order to continue four lanes of traffic on 1st, 3rd and Naches Avenue. Mr. Wonder questioned the reference of the Environmental Impact Statement for traffic to be moved to "B" and "C" Streets. Mr. Semon explained that the objective will be to encourage persons not to heavily use Yakima Avenue. Councilman Edmondson further reiterated that traffic will be slow on Yakima Avenue, which will encourage persons to take alternative routes, but will still be capable of handling as much traffic as previously. Mr. Wonder contended that after completion of the convention center ,traffic circulation will pre- sent a problem, indicating that there was not appropriate input from the Traffic Engineer, Police Department or Fire Department. In response to a question from Mr. Allard, Larry Wright explained that funding for the project will include FAM funds participation as well as 1/2 Gas Tax monies. Local participation will be from the BIA. Mr. Wright further explained that by extending street curbs out, the pedestrian will have a shorter distance to walk, which decreases the conflict time between pedestrian and traffic. The provision for mid-block crosswalks is an effort to reduce the number of pedestrians crossing at intersections and improve vehicular circulation. Mr. Joe Morrier questioned the possibility NOVEMBER 24, 1975 of leaving some time between the improvements, allowing for intermed- iate changes before any major work is done on Yakima Avenue. Larry Wright explained that when Yakima Avenue is improved, the location of all the major parking lots will be one block from Yakima Avenue and Walnut. Mr. Dick Tweeten asked that the bus shelter be located to either side of the mall plaza rather than centered in front of the plaza. This location blocks out the mall plaza and fountain. Mr. Ed Weber, Design Team, explained that this location is an effort to draw more persons to the mall. Mr. Wonder asked that this matter be reconsidered. It was indicated that the matter of the bus shelters will be reconsidered. City Manager McMicken explained that the next step will be to turn the project over to the design engineers, after which various phases will come back in the form of contracts. He asked for general approval with the noted exceptions at this time. It was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Jarms that the Council give general approval of the Project with the exceptions as discussed at this meeting: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Simmons absent. Mr. Larry Klavano, Environmental Quality Advisor for the State Department of Ecology, explained the proposed Litter Enforcement Program for Yakima to be funded by the State. Mr. Klavano reviewed his letter of November 18, 1975, and attachments made available to Councilmen, explaining that the program would encourage enforcement and education for litter control in Yakima. He indicated he has a set amount of money for Central Washington and explained that the total cost is being funded by the State for one year. If the program is successful, recommendations would be made for refunding. Councilman Edmondson questioned reference in the material to a fire department litter control officer, indicating that litter enforcement is presently being carried out through the City's Fire Department. City Manager McMicken explained that this would be a non - uniformed officer who would have responsibility for enforcement. Mr. Klavano briefly explained the present quantification program in Yakima for litter control being handled by handicapped persons through Key Enterprises. Councilman Edmondson suggested that input be given from the Fire Department as to their feelings on the pro- posal in conjunction with their present effort. After due discussion, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Brown that this matter be referred to the City Manager for further report: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Simmons absent. City Manager McMicken requested authorization to execute an agreement with Old Union Irrigation Company for an Easement Deed to relocate irrigation pipe line through the Bicentennial Pavilion site, explaining that the City has budgeted $35,000 for this relocation. It was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Jarms that Resolution No. D -3411, authorizing the execution of said agreement, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Simmons absent. } RESOLUTION NO. D -3411, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a Pipe Line Agreement with the Old Union Irrigation Company; and authorizing the execution and delivery of an Easement Deed to the Old Union Irrigation Company. City Manager McMicken reported that bids were received and considered on November 13, 1975, for the Bicentennial Pavilion Utility Relocation ■ and Others Project, Schedule I, as follows: Larry DeBlasio Construction $31,528.88 Cook -Lewis Company, Inc.(qualified bid) 30,844.80 Valley Cement Construction, Inc. 38,367.00 Traub and Traub 38,571.75 Jobeca Construction 42,666.75 The City Engineer recommending that the bid be awarded to Larry DeBlasio Construction who submitted the lowest and best bid, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Brown that the bid be awarded to Larry DeBlasio Construction in the amount of $31,528.88 and that the City Manager be authorized to enter into contract with 2 3 NOVEMBER 24, 1975 said contractor upon the filing of the proper bond and insurance: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler Voting aye by voice vote. Simmons absent. City Manager McMicken requested authorization to execute a pipe 'line crossing renewal agreement with Yakima Valley Transportation Company for property between 49th and 50th Avenues to be extended through 1986. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Edmondson that Resolution No. D-3412, authorizing the execution of said lagreement, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Simmons absent. 1 ,RESOLUTION No. D-3412, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a /pipe line crossing renewal agreement with Yakima Valley Transporta- tion Company. City Manager McMicken explained the proposed agreements with the State Highway Commission for the improvement of First Street from Walnut to "B" Street and Third Street from Walnut to "B" Street, explaining that these will be improved with FAM and f1/2 Gas Tax Funds. The cost will be approximately $267,000. It was MOVED by Brown, seconded by Edmondson that Resolution 'No. D-3413, authorizing the execution of said agreement with the State Highway Commission, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Simmons absent. 1 I RESOLUTION NO. D-3413, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an Agreement with the State of Washington Highway Commission for the improvement of First Street from Walnut Street to "B" Street And of Third Street from Walnut Street to "B" Street. City Manager McMicken explained the proposed resolution requiring driveway closure and curb replacement and directing final notice to the adjacent property owner, noting the specific area is located across from the Yakima Mall on the north side of "A" Street which is property owned by Elery Van Diest. He indicated that currently persons are parking in the area which allows Space for two cars. He indicated that since the driveway is un- used, it will be replaced with standard curb and sidewalk. It was MOVED by Edmondson, seconded by Moore that Resolution No. D-3414 providing for the driveway closure and curb replacement, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Simmons absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3414, A RESOLUTION requiring a driveway closure And curb replacement, and directing that final notice be given of such requirement. at was MOVED by Brown, seconded by Jarms that Resolution No. D-3415, authorizing payment of $25.73 to Shirley Pfaff for damages from a sewer backup, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, 'jams, Moore and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Simmons Absent. RESOLUTION No. D-3415, A RESOLUTION authorizing payment of $25.73 to Shirley Pfaff in settlement of a claim for damages filed With the City of Yakima on November 12, 1975. 'City Manager McMicken explained the proposed agreement amendment to be executed with the Yakima Indian Nation for additional space at the airport for airplane tiedowns. He explained the cost of $2,670 for each full year for a term through 1981. It was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Brown that Resolution No. D-3416, authorizing execution of said agreement, be passed: tarried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Simmons absent. 1 1 1 1 1/.1 NOVEMBER 24, 1975 RESOLUTION NO. D-3416, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an airport lease agreement amendment with the Confederated Band and Tribes of the Yakima Indian Nation. City Manager McMicken requested renewal of a lease with Star Dusters Travel Club for space at the Yakima Air Terminal, indicating this involves space in the Federal Building. He explained the space has been reduced and the charge is $300 per month. It was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Jarms that Resolution No. D-3417, authorizing the execution 0 said agreement, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jam's, Moore and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Simmons absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3417, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a lease agreement with Star Dusters Air Travel Club, Inc. City Manager McMicken reported that the bids were received and con- sidered on November 20, 1975, for the Washington Avenue Interceptor Sewer No. 3, as follows: Jobeca Construction Company $45,516.98 Zimmerman Construction 48,762.00 Valley Cement Construction Company 55,440.00 DeBlasio Construction Company 56,634.38 Tony Russell Construction Company 60,821.25 The City Engineer recommending the bid be awarded to Jobeca Construction company who submitted the lowest and best bid, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Moore that the bid be awarded to Jobeca Construction Company in the amount of $45,516.98 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, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Simmons absent. An Ordinance transferring and appropriating $18,998.16 from Federal Shared Revenue Fund to the Airport Improvement Fund for parking lot and land acquisition projects, having been read by title only at this Meeting was laid on the table for one week or until December 1, 1975.! City Manager McMickq.n reviewed with the Council the attachment detailing the appropriationgexpenditures of the Airport Improvement Fund and the Yakima Air Terminal Land Acquisition cost estimates. ' A report from Eichler Disposal Company regarding the proposed utility tax was noted for the Council's information at this time. 1 Petition No. 870, Notice of Intention to Commence Annexation Proceedings, having been filed with the City Clerk on November 21, 1975, by United Builders, for property located on South 32nd Avenue and Mead Avenue extended, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson that today be set as the time for a meeting with the initiating parties who signed the Notice of Intention to Commence Annexation Proceedings dated November 21, 1975, those initiating parties being United Builders of Washington, Inc., by Fred E. Hammerstad, Vice President: carried, Broad, Brown, , Wmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye by voice. vote. Simmons absent. Mr. Hammerstad, being present and indicating that United Builders are willing to accept their share of the City's indebtedness, it was duly moved, seconded and passed that the annexation proposed by Petition No. 870 (Notice of Intention to Commence Annexation Proceedings) be accepted by the City of Yakima and that the area sought to be annexed pe required to assume the City's existing indebtedness, and that a Notice of Intention to Annex be filed with the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. The above Motion was made by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson and carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Simmons absent. Damage Claims having been filed with the City Clerk on: ' a. November 17, 1975, by Richard L. Kent, 4707 West Lincoln Avenue in the amount of $21.07 for damages from a refuse truck; NOVEMBER 24, 1975 b. November 18, 1975, by Casa Comeda Restaurant, 1026 North First Street in the amount of $377.06 for damages from a City sewer back-up; c. Mary C. Edmondson, 2211 West Yakima Avenue, in the amount of $89.34 for damages from a City sewer backup, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Brown that said Damage Claims be referred to the City Manager and staff for study and recommendation: carried, Broad, Brown, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Edmondson not voting due to a conflict of interest. Simmons absent. There being no further business to come before the Council, it II/ was MOVED by Brown, seconded by Moore that we do now adjourn at 4:40 P.M.: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Simmons absent. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY a), I,. 4).4_ 7r COUNCILMAN 1 • OF i Lir# ,re DATE / - 75 V woUNCILMAN ATTEST: CITY CLK MAYOR 1