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.)
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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.
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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. Walker absent.
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