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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/25/1992 Business Meeting 417 AUGUST 25, 1992, CITY OF YAKIMA, WASHINGTON AUGUST 25, 1992 I/ BUSINESS MEETING 1. ROLL CALL The City Council met in session on this date at 2 :00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Yakima, Washington. Assistant Mayor Lynn Buchanan, presiding, Council Members Clarence Barnett, Henry Beauchamp, Bill Brado, Skip Semon and Bernard Sims present on roll call. Mayor Pat Berndt absent and excused. City Manager Zais, City Attorney Vanek, City Clerk Roberts and Deputy City Clerk Skovald also present. 2. INVOCATION /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Barnett. 3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER Assistant Mayor Buchanan commented favorably on the City's 1991 Annual Financial Report. He also reported several phone calls indicating the property at 4th Street and "D" Street has not improved. Staff responded that this address has been referred to the Rebound Plus Office for action. City Clerk Roberts announced the new microphone system has been installed. 4. CONSENT AGENDA Assistant Mayor Buchanan referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from either Council Members or citizens present. It was the general consensus to add Item 9 to the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. It was MOVED I/ BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BARNETT, THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA, AS READ, BE ADOPTED. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote; Berndt absent. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk ( *) indicate items on the Consent Agenda handled under one motion without further discussion.) *5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE JUNE 9, 16, AND 23, 1992 COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETINGS The Council minutes of the June 9, 16, and 23, 1992 Business meetings were approved, having been duly certified accurate 41 AUGUST 25, 1992 by two Councilmembers and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly. 6. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION I/ None 7. CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATION REGARDING YAKIMA INDUSTRIAL PARK PROJECT (16TH AVENUE AND RIVER ROAD): A. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH 1 -82 CORPORATION AND DIANE IRWIN AND JERE IRWIN Assistant City Manager Rice referred to this project as the critical component of the Yakima Stategic Plan and also a key factor in the adopted Yakima 2010 Plan. He introduced Fred Stouder and Preston Shepherd. Council Member Barnett questioned whether this project was in the designated railroad area. Assistant City Manager Rice answered his question by stating that it was not. Preston Shepherd explained the details of the project and stated reasons why this project should go forward. Bud Snyder, a Yakima, resident, explained why Yakima needs an - industrial park. He gave Spokane's industrial park as an example because 96 percent of the space in the industrial park is filled with new industry. Bob Bauerle, community leader from Sunnyside, recognized the positive effects of a good relationship between private and public sectors in order to make the project work. Mr. Bauerle gave examples of processing and manufacturing growth. Anne Palmer, a Board Member of the I -82 Organization, thanked the Council for its support, and asked for its continued leadership and support. She believes the industrial park would be very beneficial to the entire county. Bob Hall, 7488 Scenic Drive, believes the industrial park project would be a very positive addition to the community and would contribute to growth. Mel Wagner, 4704 Hilltop Lane, explained why an appraisal needs to be done. Mr. Wagner urged support of the project and stated the Yakima County Development Association was also in favor of the project. 2 419 AUGUST 25, 1992 Dan Tilley, 313 North 31st, thinks it is a good idea for the City of Yakima to cooperate with private enterprise, but he I/ was concerned about whether this action will set a precedent on how money is obtained for appraisals, consulting fees and legal services. When an economic project is brought forward, there should be equal access to these funds. Council Member Semon explained the joint effort and would not characterize it as a private development. After further discussion and Resolution No. D -6173 being read by title, it was MOVED BY SIM8, SECONDED BY SEMON, TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by 5 -1 roll call vote; Brado voting nay; Berndt absent. RESOLUTION NO. D -6173, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of a Letter Agreement with I -82 Development Association, Diane Irwin, and Jere Irwin concerning the development of an industrial park area in the vicinity of 16th Avenue and River Road. B. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH DEAN L. VAHLKAMP, MAI FOR APPRAISAL SERVICES Resolution No. D -6174 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by 5-11. roll- call vote; Brado voting nay; Berndt absent. RESOLUTION NO. D -6173, A RESOLUTION authorizing execution of a Personal Services Agreement for property Appraisal with Dean L. Vahlkamp. 8. REPORT FROM CODE ADMINISTRATION DIVISION REGARDING CITY SIGN CODES Bob Shampine, Code Administration Manager, presented the report and was available to answer Council's questions. Council members discussed whether political signs should be I/ allowed in the right -of -way. Council Member Beauchamp opined that he doesn't see any reason to restrict political signs as long as it doesn't restrict the public view. After further discussion, it was MOVED BY BEAUCHAMP, SECONDED BY BRADO, TO DIRECT STAFF TO BRING BACK AN AMENDMENT TO PERMIT POLITICAL YARD SIGNS IN THE RIGHTS -OF -WAY, PROVIDED IT POSES NO SAFETY HAZARD. The motion carried by a 4 -2 voice vote; Barnett and Sims voting nay; Berndt absent. 3 4 AUGUST 25, 1992 *9. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO 1992 YAKIMA AIR TERMINAL BUDGET The report was placed on the Consent Agenda and accepted. 10. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR TENNIS COURT LIGHTING AT LARSON PARK Jerry Copeland, Director of Public Works, presented the report and answered questions from Council. After further discussion, it was MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY BRADO, TO DIRECT IN -HOUSE SPECIFICATIONS TO BE PREPARED TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT AND CARRY ON IN THE PROPER MANNER. The motion carried by 5 -1 voice vote; Buchanan voting nay; Berndt absent. Council directed staff to utilize City engineering services to develop the specifications for this project. 11. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT TO THE FIRE FACILITIES FEASIBILITY STUDY Gerald Beeson, Fire Chief, requested approval of continuation of services so the feasibility study can be completed. Council Member Barnett suggested a study session be scheduled for this issue because this document should be reviewed by the entire Council in order to come to a unanimous consideration of items to be added or deleted. There is also a need to review the similar police and legal center document to make sure there is a clear understanding of whether there is duplication or not. It was MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO GO THROUGH THIS SIMILAR TO THE MANNER IN WHICH THE COMMITTEE DID IN ORDER TO HAVE THE CHIEF AND HIS STAFF DISCUSS THE NEEDS AND REASONS FOR AND SEE WHETHER WE WANT TO ENHANCE OR DELETE ANY OF THESE ITEMS DURING A STUDY SESSION. Council Members discussed when to have the study session. City Manager Zais said the two chiefs need to be sure that the projects do not provide any duplication. After further discussion, THE QUESTION WAS CALLED FOR A VOTE ON THE MOTION. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote; Berndt absent. *12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A GRANT APPLICATION WITH HUD FOR EDUCATION AND OUTREACH INITIATIVE PROGRAM RESOLUTION NO. D -6175, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and the City of Yakima to file an application with the Department of Housing and Urban Development for funding under the Fair Housing Initiatives Program, "Education and Outreach Initiative". 4 • 421 AUGUST 25, 1992-- *13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH RON KING FOR SOFTBALL ROUND ROBIN TOURNAMENTS II RESOLUTION NO. D -6176, A RESOLUTION authorizing execution of an agreement with Ronald King for Slowpitch Round Robin Tournaments, 1993 -1995. *14. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN I.A.C. GRANT APPLICATION - GREENWAY APPLICATION RESOLUTION NO. D -6177, A RESOLUTION authorizing the co- signing of an application with Yakima County for funding assistance for an outdoor Recreation Project to the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation (IAC) as provided by the Marine Recreation Land Act and the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program. *15. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A SEWER MAIN REIMBURSABLE AGREEMENT WITH CLYDE BREMERMAN RESOLUTION NO. D -6178, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an agreement with Clyde Bremerman for the partial reimbursement of construction cost for a sewer main extension. *16. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH WESTERN MATERIALS, INC. RESOLUTION NO. D- 6179, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease of City -owned property with Western Materials, Inc. *17. APPROVAL OF SECOND QUARTER 1992 "ENGINEERING REPORT The Second Quarter 1992 Capital Improvement Projects Status Report was accepted. *18. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORTS: A. SECOND QUARTER 1992 CENTRAL BILLING REPORT I/ The Second Quarter 1992 Central Billing Accounts Receivable Report was accepted. B. SECOND QUARTER 1992 INSURANCE CLAIMS REPORT The Second Quarter 1992 Insurance Claims Report submitted by Sedgwick James of Washington, Inc. was accepted. 5 422 AUGUST 25, 1992 *19. CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATION RELATING TO NO. 1ST STREET / "D" STREET RESIGNALIZATION PROJECT: A. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1992 BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE NO. 1ST STREET / "D" STREET RESIGNALIZATION PROJECT (NO ACTION REQUIRED THIS MEETING) An Ordinance amending the 1992 budget and appropriating funds for the signalization of the North 1st Street & "D" Street Intersection having been read by title only, was laid on the table for one week, until September 1, 1992. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1992 BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF YAKIMA; MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR SIGNALIZATION OF THE NORTH 1ST & 'D' STREET INTERSECTION FROM UNAPPROPRIATED FUND BALANCES WITHIN VARIOUS FUNDS FOR EXPENDITURE FOR 1992. B. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF THREE AGREEMENTS WITH THE STATE DOT FOR SIGNALIZATION PROJECT RESOLUTION NO. D -6180, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute three agreements with the State of Washington, Department of Transportation, for partial reimbursement of costs for improvements of North 1st Street and "D" Street Intersection. 20. OTHER BUSINESS Council discussed the Biosolid Management Plan informational report and enforcement requirements contained in the plan. Council discussed the modified I -82 /Yakima Avenue /Fair Avenue Alternative II drawing, Assistant Mayor Buchanan expressing a need for bicycle - pedestrian paths in the plan. Information Items: Invitation to attend Yakima Greenway Foundation Open House on September 15, 1992; Monthly Report for Chief of Police for July 1992; Memorandum from AWC regarding New SEPA Law Requiring 90 -Day Timeframe for Threshold Determinations. 8/10/92; Assignments Pending in the Office of Environmental Planning as of August 25, 1992; ISTEA News, August 1992; and Agenda for August 25, 1992 Yakima Urban Area Regional Planning Commission and Technical Advisory Committee Workshop. 6 423 AUGUST 25, 1992 21. ADJOURNMENT TO SEPTEMBER 1, 1992 AT 11:30 A.M. TO MEET WITH THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVE BOARD AT THE HOLIDAY INN, I/ LAKESIDE ROOM It was MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 3:50 PM, TO SEPTEMBER 1, 1992, AT 11:30 A.M. TO MEET WITH THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVE BOARD AT THE HOLIDAY INN, LAKESIDE ROOM. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote; Berndt absent. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY: ✓ _ / 1 / , i 7 2 3 COUNCI M� ' r DAT � 7 _ COi' " / ER tATE' ATTEST: ah ma ,O G 41 / CITY CLERK YO Minutes prepared by Deputy City Clerk Skovald. 7