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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/11/1992 Business Meeting 151 CITY OF YAKIMA, WASHINGTON FEBRUARY 11, 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, Bill Brado, Lynn Buchanan, Skip Semon and Bernard Sims present on roll call. City Manager Zais, City Attorney Vanek, City Clerk Roberts and Clerk Harris also present. 2. INVOCATION /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Invocation was given by Councilmember Beauchamp. 3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER It was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BRADO, TO REAPPOINT ELLIOTT ABRAMOVITCH TO THE COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING ADVISORY COMMITTEE. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. *At last week's Council meeting, a statement was made by Councilmember Barnett that there was no need for a second for a motion to be laid on the table. Councilmember Buchanan corrected the statement by stating that he reviewed the Council rules and a second does have to be made. Glenn Phipps, Kittitas- Yakima Economic Development (Ki -Yak) Director, gave a presentation regarding the status for the planning of the Agricultural Showcase. He introduced Leslie Gatz, coordinator of the Agricultural Showcase. Ms. Gatz discussed the process of international recruitment for the Showcase. Japan, Europe, Asia and the Middle East have been recruited, with many accepting invitations to the Showcase in August. Ted Marquis of Northwest Equipment, discussed Yakima as being the agricultural leader of the world in apple manufacturing equipment. He distributed pictures of the equipment his company sells and Marq Packaging manufactures. Rene Silver and Mary Lou Snyder of Global Travel discussed their involvement in arranging travel for the citizens involved in the Showcase. Their goal is to make Yakima an international port. A video was shown describing the Trade Fair in the Middle East and the progress that has been made internationally. * Minutes corrected to reflect approved correction, the statement was made by the Chairman of the Council, rather than by Councilmember Barnett. 152 FEBRUARY 11, 1992 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 add Item No. 9 and remove Item No. 11 from the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SIMS, 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 OCTOBER 15, 1991 ADJOURNED MEETING, AND JANUARY 14, 1992 ADJOURNED AND BUSINESS MEETINGS The Council minutes of the October 15, 1991 Adjourned meeting and the January 14, 1992 Adjourned and Business meetings were approved, having been duly certified accurate by two Councilmembers and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly. 6. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDATION ON MASTER APPLICATION FOR PROPERTY IN THE VICINITY OF SO. 22ND AVENUE AND VIOLA AS REQUESTED BY LARRY LOVELESS (CONTINUED FROM JANUARY 28, 1992 - MATERIAL PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED) This being the time set for the public hearing, Associate Planner Lehman, explained the reason for holding an additional hearing, so the Council could receive additional information on the issue. He explained the City staff recommendation, which is to accept the hearing examiner's recommendation for a through street connection of 23rd Avenue. Mayor Berndt opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak in favor of the issue. Larry Loveless, 1301 S. 24th Avenue, stated his desire for the application to be approved the way it was originally submitted. He discussed the additional cost if 23rd Avenue was made into a through street. His development costs and plans have been made considering the cul -de -sac remain as originally designed. The additional cost of the variations were discussed. Variations of parking spaces were discussed.• The possibilities of refuse trucks being able to back up or turn around were discussed. Mr. Loveless stated his 65 foot 2 X . -_. " 153 FEBRUARY 11, 1992, . diameter cul -de -sac is what is required by ordinance, and what has been approved for other builders. Mayor Berndt asked for anyone else wishing to speak to this issue. Larry Mathews, 805 S. 17th Avenue, spoke in support of the cul -de -sac design for the development. He stated he did not know Mr. Loveless, but as an engineer he felt the cul -de -sac would be a much safer and simpler solution, rather than putting in a through street. Refuse and Recycling Manager Gaudette restated the Refuse Department's concern over trucks having to back out of an area. Planning Manager Skone discussed the standards of the ordinance and Mr. Loveless' compliance. He informed the Council that they have the authority to change the ordinance. There being no one else present wishing to speak to the issue, Mayor Berndt closed the public hearing. Mayor Berndt inquired of the Council if any outside contact had been made concerning this issue; the Councilmembers all declared none. Following further discussion, it was MOVED BY SEMON, SECONDED BY BRADO, TO APPROVE THE SUBDIVISION AS RECOMMENDED BY THE HEARING EXAMINER, NUMBERS 2 THROUGH 13, EXCEPT THE SITE PLAN WITH THE CUL -DE -SAC, AS SUBMITTED BY THE DEVELOPER, BE APPROVED WITH NO SIDEWALKS IN THE CUL -DE -SAC AND MODIFY #9 AND DIRECT STAFF TO BRING BACK LEGISLATION. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. Mayor Berndt stated she was voting aye because of the need for affordable housing. Councilmember Buchanan stated he was voting aye, but stated he still has questions concerning the sidewalks. 7. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Mark Farsdahl of the Chinook Cycling Club •presented a proposal for the Treetop bicycle race. This would require closure of certain streets, including Yakima Avenue. The Council suggested to Mr. Farsdahl that he seek approval of this plan from the local downtown merchants. 8. REPORT ON STATUS OF SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND DRAFT CONSULTANT RECYCLING STUDY FINDINGS • Refuse and Recycling Manager Gaudette discussed the different aspects of recycling and waste reduction studies. The goal by 1995 is for 50% of waste to be recycled. The Council discussed different costs and features of recycling. The Advisory Committee's suggestions were reviewed. Consultant Suzie Haberland, with the Matrix Management Group, reviewed the ideas and suggestions of their study. Curbside recycling containers vs recycling deposit containers (drop boxes) were 3 154 FEBRUARY 11, 1992 discussed. Yard waste, wood and paper constitute the majority of the recyclable material. The Council discussed the landfills, in the near future, banning yard waste and wood products. This would require citizens to make adjustments in handling their yard wastes; compost piles are being encouraged. Leaving the grass on the lawn, using fertilizers that retard growth and mowing your lawn less often were all suggestions. The possibilities of private contractors being used to handle the commercial recyclables was discussed. Ms. Haberland suggested a phasing -in program of neighborhood curbside recycling be started before a city- wide program. Councilmember Buchanan stated he felt the cost of recycling could never be recouped with the revenue received from it. The mandated requirements of the County, which have not been finalized yet, were discussed and possible integrating of the two plans. The City must abide by the County's decision concerning the main objective of the program. The possibility of refuse rates having to be raised was discussed. Councilmember Buchanan stated some states have laws which require fines be paid if the recyclable material is not properly handled. Dave McFadden, of the Citizens Advisory Committee, discussed the possible regulations that will be required. He also discussed possible markets for the recyclable materials. He stated the committee's preference for curbside containers rather than drop boxes. He stated the cost for new landfills should be considered and recycling encouraged. Gary Olson, Superior Refuse, stated the cost would be an additional $1.65 to $3.50 a month for curbside pickup; he briefly discussed the Union Gap program. Ms. Haberland stated it would cost between $3.00 and $4.00 each for City pickup, as an additional charge, for recycling pickup. Mayor Berndt asked for future input from the staff and Council concerning the urban area, and what area is actually covered by the urban area. Following further discussion, it was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY BARNETT, TO ACCEPT THE REPORT AND HAVE AN ADDITIONAL STUDY SESSION IN THE FUTURE. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. *9. REPORT FROM FINANCE DEPARTMENT REGARDING 1990 GENERAL AUDIT REPORT FROM STATE EXAMINER The report from the Finance Department regarding the 1990 General Audit Report from the State Examiner was accepted. 4 155 FEBRUARY 11, ,1992 *10. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN ON- THE -JOB TRAINING AGREEMENT WITH JACK WILLIAMS AND REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON RESOLUTION NO.' D-6057, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and the City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an On- the -Job Training Agreement with Jack Williams and representatives of the State of Washington for training in the City wastewater treatment facility. 11. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PROPERTY EXCHANGE WITH FRED MEYER (AVAILABLE TUESDAY) Director of Engineering and Utilities Covell reported that Fred Meyer wants to proceed with their project on 40th Avenue. The City has a dedicated 60 foot right -of -way; Fred Meyer's wants to change the canal alignment, put in a pipe, and encroach upon the pipeline right -of -way, once it's finished, to meet their requirements for parking and to make it available for future expansion. The City has an obligation to 13 irrigation customers to have water -in that canal by March 15th. The staff has produced an agreement to accommodate that request, with safeguards for the City, including penalties if the work is not completed by March 15th. This will be paid for by Fred Meyer. Mildred Low, Construction Pacific Coast, Inc., stated she felt her company could meet the deadline. Resolution No. D -6058 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SIMS, THAT THE RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. City Attorney Vanek complimented the members of the legal staff for the expediency in which they prepared the material. RESOLUTION NO. D -6058, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager and the City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a canal reconstruction and land exchange agreement with Roundup Company Inc. *12. APPROVAL OF 1991 4TH QUARTER /YEAR -END INSURANCE CLAIMS REPORT The 4th Quarter /Year -End 1991 Insurance Claims report, submitted by Sedgwick James of Washington, Inc., was accepted. 5 156 FEBRUARY 11, 1992 13. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE INITIATING EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEDURE TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY FOR THE TRANSIT TRANSFER CENTER It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO ADJOURN FOR A BRIEF EXECUTIVE SESSION, TO IMMEDIATELY RECONVENE THEREAFTER. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The Council reconvened at 5:20 P.M. Ordinance No. 3435 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY SEMON, TO ADOPT THE ORDINANCE. The motion carried by 5 -2 roll call vote; Barnett and Brado voting nay. ORDINANCE NO. 3435, AN ORDINANCE authorizing and directing the law firm of Lyon, Beaulaurier, Weigand, Suko & Gustafson to institute and prosecute legal proceedings for the condemnation and acquisition of real property for the Downtown Transit Transfer Facility to be located between East Chestnut Avenue and East Walnut Street and between South 4th Street and South Naches Avenue and for public facilities related thereto; providing for the condemnation and taking of such real property and declaring the condemnation and taking thereof to be necessary for a. public use required by the public interests; directing that compensation for such taking be paid from fund number 364 - Transit Capital Reserve Fund of the City of Yakima. 14. OTHER BUSINESS It was the general consensus of the Council to not reschedule the informal Council meeting for this month. Information Items: Items of information supplied to Council were: Letter from Congressman Sid Morrison regarding Federal anti -drug assistance to state and local governments, 1/29/92; Letter from Mayor Hogue, City of Prosser, regarding Optional .1% Sales Tax Election, 2/5/92; Memorandum from Director of Public Works and Parks and Recreation Manager regarding Pennies for Playgrounds, 2/6/92; Agenda for February 13, 1992 Hearing Examiner meeting; Monthly Service Request Report in Traffic Division for January 1992; Memo from Associate Planner regarding Annexations and Assessed Valuation, 2/6/92; Letter from CH2M Hill regarding Yakima Avenue /I -82 Interchange and Fair Avenue - November 1991 Progress Report and Invoice, 1/2/92; Letter from HUD regarding Community Development Block Grant Statement; North Central Coalition Newsletter, January /February 1992; Memo from Administrative Assistant to the City Manager regarding 6 • 157 FEBRUARY 11, 1992, Spokane Transit Cost Per Mile Calculations, 1/28/92; News Release regarding Downtown Trolleys Reach 150,000 Ridership, 2/3/92; Assignments Pending in Office of Environmental Planning as of February 11, 1992; Memo from City Attorney regarding Damage Claims Referred to Insurance Company, 2/3/92; Monthly Permit Report for January 1992; and Minutes of the December 9, 1991 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. 15. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE LITIGATION AND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING Major Berndt announced personnel discussion needed to be - added to the Executive Session. It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING PROSPECTIVE LITIGATION, COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AND PERSONNEL, 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 5:55 P.M. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY: / "1 COUNCI, EMBER DATE L,19, COUNCILMEMBER DATE ATTEST: A /20--6--c_. (;;Z.& CITY CLERK MAYOR Minutes prepared by Clerk Harris 7