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Home My WebLink About01/21/1992 Business Meeting 134 CITY OF YAKIMA, WASHINGTON JANUARY 21, 1992 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. Mayor Pat Berndt, presiding, Councilmembers Clarence Barnett, Henry Beauchamp (present after 2:10 P.M.), Bill Brado, Lynn Buchanan, Skip Semon and Bernard Sims present on roll call. City Manager Zais, City Attorney Vanek (present after 2:12 P.M.), City Clerk Roberts and Clerk Harris also present. 2. INVOCATION /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Barnett. 3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER None 4. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Berndt referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from either Councilmembers or citizens present. It was the general consensus of the Council to remove Item No. 9 from the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. It was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN, THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA, AS READ BE PASSED. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk ( *) indicate items on the Consent Agenda handled under one motion without further discussion). 5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 3, 1991 ADJOURNED MEETING AND DECEMBER 17, 1991 BUSINESS MEETING Councilmember Semon stated the December 3, 1991, Adjourned Meeting - Budget Review, page two, second paragraph, should read "deferred proposed increase" rather than increase. It was MOVED BY SEMON, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES AS AMENDED. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 6. PUBLIC MEETING TO CONSIDER HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDATION ON REZONE OF PROPERTY IN VICINITY OF 23RD AVENUE AND RIVER ROAD, REQUESTED BY M.C. SNACK (SEE ORDINANCE ACCEPTING HEARING EXAMINER'S RECOMMENDATION) This being the time set for public meeting, Community and Economic Development Director Rice and Associate Planner M 135 JANUARY 21, 1992 . Supervisor Davenport explained the M.C. Snack rezone from Single Family Residential (R -1) to Light Industrial (M -1). Councilmember Barnett questioned if the adjoining property owner's concerns had been addressed. Mayor Berndt opened the public meeting and asked for anyone wishing to speak in favor of the rezone. Leonard Frayo, representing M.C. Snack, explained that his client would do everything possible to satisfy the concerns of the adjoining owners. Councilmember Buchanan asked for the use of loud speakers to be modified; Mr. Frayo stated this has been resolved. Mayor Berndt inquired of the Council if any outside contact had been made concerning this issue; the Councilmembers all declared none. Councilmember Sims stated that the M.C. Snack manager was a former employee of SnoKist and M.C. Snack was an original joint venture with the parent company, but no discussion has taken place for two years. Mayor Berndt asked if anyone present wished to speak against the rezone. Mr. Isaacson, 2306 River Road, requested a fence be built before any construction started. Ms. Davenport stated the fence would have to be built prior to any construction. Mr. Frayo stated his client would build a fence which would be satisfactory to all concerned. There being no one else present wishing to speak to the issue, the public meeting was closed. Ordinance No. 3432 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO PASS THE ORDINANCE. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. D -3432, AN ORDINANCE relating to zoning; rezoning property located at 1102 -1108 North 23rd Avenue and 2310 River Road in Yakima, Washington from Single- Family Residential (R -1) to Light Industrial (M -1); authorizing the City Manager to execute a Concomitant Agreement; and amending the Zoning Map of the City of Yakima. 7. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT PLAN (SEE RESOLUTION ADOPTING PLAN) This being the time set for public hearing, Transit Manager Schultz reviewed the Act with the Council. The Act requires that public transportation be made available for handicapped individuals, on a no cap, no priority, no limit basis. The Council discussed Dial -A -Ride, as a supplement to fixed route transit. The possibility of being required to provide service outside of City limits and the cost was discussed. 2 136 JANUARY 21, 1992 The possibilities of being able to change these laws and regulations were discussed. Mayor Berndt opened the hearing for public comment. Sheila Brogdon, 2009 S. 64th Avenue from the Office of Aging and Long Term Care, discussed the phone lines to Dial -A -Ride, stating she felt more lines needed to be available for the handicapped to be able to get through. She also asked for interpreters for the 16.3 percent Hispanic community. There being no one else present wishing to speak to the issue, Mayor Berndt closed the public hearing. Resolution No. D -6050 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BEAUCHAMP, SECONDED BY SEMON, TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. D -6050, A RESOLUTION approving and adopting a plan to meet Urban Mass Transportation Administration Service requirements for complementary paratransit service consistent with the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990. 8. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Florence Lamas, speaking through a sign language interpreter, asked for picture I.D. cards for Dial -A -Ride patrons. The Council discussed the possible cost of this. 9. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ADOPTING A COUNTY -WIDE PLANNING POLICY AGREEMENT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT Assistant Manager Stouder reviewed the county -wide planning policy agreement. Councilmember Brado stated he would like to see the Council proceed slowly with the Growth Management Bill. Resolution No. D -6051 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SEMON, TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. D -6051, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an Interlocal Agreement pursuant to RCW Chapter 39.34 entitled "Framework Agreement for the Adoption of the County -Wide Planning Policy "; and approving the "Regional Strategy for Implementing the Growth Management Act in Yakima County." 3 137 JANUARY 21, 1992 10. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN REAL ESTATE AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY It was MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY BRADO, TO TABLE THE MOTION UNTIL AFTER FINAL DETERMINATION OF THE CITY AND THE PTBA. The motion failed by a 5 -2 voice vote; Barnett and Brado voting aye. Public Works Director Copeland discussed the agreement. Councilmember Buchanan stated he felt a better price could be reached on the property at the present time rather than waiting for the future. Resolution No. D -6052 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by 4 -3 roll call vote; Barnett,. Berndt and Brado voting nay. RESOLUTION NO. D -6052, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute Purchase and Sale Agreements with nine landowners to acquire property for the Public Works Fruitvale Shop Complex Expansion Project. *11. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT WITH STATE DEPARTMENT -OF :COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR YAKIMA REBOUND PLUS PROGRAM RESOLUTION NO. D -6053, A RESOLUTION authorizing execution of a contract with the Department of Community Development for funding of Rebound Plus Program. *12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH ZAREMBA CLAIMS SERVICES, INC. FOR CLAIMS ADJUDICATION SERVICES RESOLUTION NO. D -6054, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and the City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a contractual agreement with Zaremba Claims Services, Inc. for claims adjusting services for damage claims filed against the City of Yakima. 4 138 JANUARY 21, 1992 *13. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1992 BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR AN AFTER - SCHOOL PROGRAM SPONSORED BY YAKIMA SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 7 (NO FORMAL ACTION REQUIRED THIS MEETING) An ordinance amending the 1992 budget and appropriating funds for an an After - School Recreational Program for At -Risk Youth, having been read by title only, was laid on the table for one week, until January 28, 1992. 14. OTHER BUSINESS Fire Chief Beeson updated the Council on recent fires. He commended the fire fighters for the excellent job they have done. The Council encouraged more extensive use of fire alarms. Information Items: Memo from Yakima Health District regarding Local Public Forum and Work Session to review Washington State Priority Health Goals 1/29/92; Notice of Eastern Washington Cities Coalition Legislative Meeting on 2/5/92; Public Service Announcement regarding City's Fall leaf pick -up program 1/2/92; Memo from Director of Public Works and Street and Traffic Operations Manager regarding Status of 40th Avenue and Arlington; Notice of approval of City's Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) plan by HUD 1/10/92; Memo from Code Administration Manager regarding Notice of Noncompliance issued to Ronald and Janice Ancell, and resolution 1/15/92; Narcotic Enforcement Comparison for 1989 -1991; Monthly Report of the Chief of Police for December 1991; Monthly Citizen Request Report from Traffic Division for December 1991; Memo from Administrative Assistant to the City Manager regarding Service Request Status Report 1/15/92; Monthly Report from the Legal Department for December 1991; Minutes of the January 8, 1992 Yakima County Clean Air Authority Board Meeting; and an article from the Reader's Digest, "How Unions Stole the Big Apple ". 5 139 JANUARY 21, 1992 0 15. EXECUTIVE SESSION. REGARDING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AND PROPERTY ACQUISITION It was MOVED BY BEAUCHAMP, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN, TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AND PROPERTY ACQUISITION, WITH IMMEDIATE ADJOURNMENT THEREAFTER. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 16. ADJOURNMENT Following the completion of the Executive Session, the meeting adjourned at the hour of 4:20 P.M. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY: A., _../.....---,--;-- C077� w ' I , ' M BER DATE (la A CO ILMEMBER DATE ATTEST: -fr ,,:f ,e_o--e ckt- y5_d/ CITY CLERK MAYOR Minutes prepared by Clerk Harris. 1/ 6