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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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*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.
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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
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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.
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Minutes prepared by Clerk Harris
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