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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/24/1977 Business Meeting JANUARY 24, 1977 The City Council met in session on this date at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, Yakima, Washington. Council members present were Mayor Betty L. Edmondson, Jean Allard, Ralph Holbrook, W. K. "Pete" Moore, Dr. Bill Simmons, and Gordon Wonder. Council member Nadine Walker was absent. Mayor Edmondson announced that the Thursday Noon meeting will be at the Holiday Inn Restaurant with the Housing Authority. It was MOVED by Holbrook, seconded by Simmons that the Council go into Executive Session in the Conference Room to discuss the Wilson vs. City of Yakima litigation relating to the Downtown Project: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons, and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Walker absent. The Council reconvened in the Council Chambers at 2:30 p.m. Finance Officer Ken Thompson was present to review the report on the City's response to the State Auditor's report on City funds and to answer any questions by Council members. He stated that the results of the examination indicate general compliance with regulations except as noted, and that all questions by the Auditor have been answered, and the suggestions made, are being carried out. Chuck Rains, Director of Management & Budget, reviewed his memo dated January 17, 1977, on the restructuring of police and fire management salary plans and fringe benefits, which also includes police lieutenants. He explained in detail the suggested changes and reported that this proposal has been reviewed by both the fire and police chiefs, as well as the police lieutenants and is acceptable to them. After further discussion, it was MOVED by Allard, seconded by Holbrook that the staff be instructed to prepare the proper legislation to implement the proposed program: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Walker absent. At 3:00 p.m., the Council members commenced the regular agenda, Mayor Edmondson presiding, Council members Allard, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder, Acting City Manager Zais and City Attorney Andrews present on roll call. Councilman Walker absent having been excused. The Invocation was given by Councilman Allard. The minutes of the previous meeting having been duly certified accurate by two Councilmen, and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly, Mayor Edmondson declared said minutes approved as recorded with two corrections. Mayor 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. There being no one present wishing to make an addition or deletion to the Consent Agenda, the City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items including ordinances and resolutions by title. It was MOVED by Simmons, seconded by Moore that the Consent Agenda, as read, be passed: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Walker absent. (Paragraphs preceded by an asterisk (*) indicate items on the Consent Agenda to be handled under one motion without further discussion.) '? JANUARY 24, 1977 Council members having received a report from DARC and the Traffic Engineer relating to traffic suggestions submitted by Mr. Garland Bainter, Mayor Edmondson asked if anyone had further comment. Mr. Bainter thanked staff for their prompt action on the matter stating that he was contacted two days after he went before the Council. The Council members thanked staff also for their detailed report, which recommended that no changes be made at the present time and DARC concurred. Director of Public Works, Dave Vargas, reviewed the sidewalk repair and construction program stating that in 1976, 16,158 sq. ft. of sidewalk was repaired and this year if the City concentrated on one area, they could repair 24,411 sq. ft. of sidewalk for $50,000. He stated this is if the City funds it 100%. If the City funds 50% and the property owners fund 50%, more sidewalk can be repaired. Director of Public Works, Dave Vargas, explained the proposed Nob Hill Water Interties and service boundary agreements stating that Nob Hill is agreeable, but he thinks the proposed agreement is too simplified. He stated that Nob Hill has a lower rate of service and because of annexations, the City now has large areas with inadequate fire lines. He stated the interties will benefit both Nob Hill and.Yakima, but he recommends trying to buy Nob Hill Water Company so better fire lines can be installed. It was the consensus of the Council to refer this matter back to staff for the City Attorney to review the agreement and have a report regarding the purchase of Nob Hill Water Company. Public hearings will be held on this matter. It was MOVED by Simmons, seconded by Moore that Resolution No. D-3641 authorizing the execution of a contract with Don Hamilton for partial reimbursement of water line installation expense, be passed: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Walker absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3641, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and the City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a contract with Don Hamilton for the partial reimbursement of the cost of installation of a domestic water line. Fire Chief, Ed Carroll reviewed his reports previously given to the Council on fire alarm service in the downtown area. He stated meetings have been held with DARC, downtown businessmen and concerned property owners. After discussion, it was MOVED by Holbrook, seconded by Simmons that staff be instructed to prepare the proper legislation and send notices to the concerned persons informing them that a public hearing will be held on this matter: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Walker absent. It was MOVED by Simmons, seconded by Moore that Resolution No. D-3642 authorizing the payment of a claim for damages filed by Lee D. Arnett for sewer backup be passed: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Walker absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3642, A RESOLUTION authorizing payment of $88.61 to Lee D. Arnett in settlement of a claim for damages filed with the City of Yakima. 434 JANUARY 24, 1977 It was MOVED by Simmons, seconded by Moore that the Council concur with the Yakima County Commissioners' Resolution of Appointment of William H. Souther to the Yakima Valley Regional Library Board of Trustees: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons, and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Walker absent. It was MOVED by Simmons, seconded by Moore that Ordinance No. 2043 transferring and appropriating the amount of $70,000 within the domestic water improvement fund for financing installation of a watermain on "J" Street, be passed: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Walker absent. ORDINANCE NO. 2043, AN ORDINANCE transferring the amount of $70,000 from 474-Cumulative Reserve Fund for domestic water supply development to 477-Domestic Water Improvement Fund, and appropriating that amount as a 1977 appropriation for 477-Domestic Water Improvement Fund. Mayor Edmondson announced the reappointment of Mr. Neil Buren to the Police and Fire Civil Service Commission, the appointment of Mr. Russell Rennie to the City Employee's Civil Service Commission to fill the unexpired term of Bruce Beaudoin, and the appointment of Mr. Al Bariault to the Planning Commission to fill the position made by the resignation of Dr. Earl Zini. Acting City Manager Zais stated he had a request for out-of- state travel from Walt Chappel for Monterey, California at no cost to the City. It is to be paid by the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers because Mr. Chappel is the President of the Washington Association. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Holbrook that said request be granted: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Walker absent. Acting City Manager Zais stated he also had a request for out-of-state travel for Ken Crawford, Darrell Griek and Scott Jennings to attend the Housing and Neighborhood Conservation Workshop sponsored by HUD to be held in Portland, Oregon. The cost is $218 which has been budgeted. It was MOVED by Holbrook, seconded by Simmons that said request be granted: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Walker absent. Councilman Allard stated he had heard that the new site for the Washington State Employment Security Office was to be 32nd Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard. It was the consensus of the Council to ask staff find out if this is true and to check into zoning of the area and parking in the area. Council members reviewed the memo dated January 18, 1977, from the Special Services Manager regarding parking enforcement policy. Councilman Moore stated that when he made his motion of November 8, 1976, he did not intend for City vehicles on City business to be ticketed. Mayor Edmondson stated she would like Yakima to have courtesy in regard to inter-state governmental cars. Councilman Simmons suggested that the City give out courtesy permits so the parking metermen will know which cars are on official business. This matter was referred back to staff for a final report with recommendations. JANUARY 24, 1977 There being no further business to come before the Council, it was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Simmons that this meeting be adjourned at the hour of 4:45 p.m. to then meet on Thursday, January 27, 1977, at the hour of 12:00 Noon in the Holiday Inn Restaurant with the Housing Authority: carried, Allard, Edmondson, Holbrook, Moore, Simmons and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. 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