HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/15/2012 04Ai Draft Minutes 03-06-2012 Business MeetingYAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
March 6, 2012
Council Chambers -- City Hall
4:30 PM Executive Session; 6 PM Council Meeting
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Roll Call
Present:
Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Maureen Adkison, Council Members
Sara Bristol, Kathy Coffey, Rick Ensey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover
2. Executive Session regarding prospective litigation, property acquisition, collective bargaining and
to evaluate the qualifications of an applicant for public employment
Executive Session held and adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
BUSINESS MEETING
1. Roll Call
Present: Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Maureen Adkison, Council
Members Sara Bristol, Kathy Coffey, Rick Ensey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover
Staff: Interim City Manager Morales, City Attorney Cutter and City Clerk Claar Tee
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Cawley led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Open Discussions for the Good of the Order
A. Proclamations
None
B. Presentations /recognitions /introductions
Police Chief Selection
Interim City Manager Michael Morales announced the next Yakima Police Chief will be Dominic
Rizzi, Jr. Mr. Morales is currently in final contract negotiations with Mr. Rizzi, which should be
concluded soon. Mr. Rizzi is currently the Acting Watch Commander for the Chicago Police
Department and is expected to take the role of Yakima Police Chief within the next several
months. Mr. Morales briefed Council on Mr. Rizzi's background and introduced Mr. Rizzi to the
City Council and community. Mr.Rizzi stated he is excited to be joining the community and the
professionals at the Yakima Police Department.
Oath of Office for City Clerk Sonya Claar Tee
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Mayor Cawley gave the oath of office to City Clerk Sonya Claar Tee.
iii. Presentation by Jan Lowell and Mike Isaacs regarding efforts to restore the Colonel
J.J. Weisenburger statue.
Mike Isaacs and Jan Lowell updated Council on their progress to "Save the Colonel."
The Colonel is a Spanish - American war memorial dedicated to the fallen soldiers of Company E
from Yakima. The statue of Colonel J.J. Weisenburger was placed in the middle of Yakima
Avenue in 1902 and relocated several times. Their goal is to restore, replace or preserve the
Colonel. They will present a more detailed plan to Council next month. Council acknowledged
their efforts and applauded them on their mission.
C. Status reports on prior meeting's citizen service requests
Response to Bill Duerr on Phase 2 Traffic Calming in Barge Chestnut Neighborhood
Area
Bill Duerr acknowledged and praised Interim City Manager Morales's response and will pass it on
to the Barge- Chestnut Neighborhood Association.
Mr. Duerr presented a plant to Interim Police Chief Greg Copeland. He wanted to recognize the
work Interim Chief Copeland has done after the turmoil the Department has undergone. Council
also recognized and thanked Mr. Copeland for his work as Interim Police Chief. Interim Chief
Copeland thanked Mr. Duerr and Council.
Response to Walt Ranta regarding Fire Department Brown Outs
Fire Chief Dave Willson summarized his response to Council regarding Walt Ranta's question
about "brown- outs." He indicated they had a total of 17 brown -outs from January through
February, which was slightly up from 2011 due to higher sick leave usage. Mr. Ranta (5 S. 32nd
Avenue) stated he appreciated the information.
iii. Response to Mark Burton on Annual Fire Inspection program elimination
Interim City Manager Morales and Code Administration Manager Joe Caruso briefed Council on
their response to Mr. Burton's concerns. Mr. Morales clarified the elimination of the City's Fire
Code Inspector does not change the municipal code and if a business has deficiencies, the Code
Division would verify if the deficiency was corrected and if not, would enforce the code. Council
Member Ettl noted it appears businesses are now on an honor system. Council Member Coffey
believes this should be discussed more thoroughly. Council Member Lover believes the
industry representatives should weigh in on this issue as well. Mr. Morales noted there were no
comparisons from other cities of our size as they utilize the Fire Departments for inspections.
D. Appointments to Boards, Commissions and Council Committees
None
4. Consent Agenda
Mayor Cawley referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there
were any additions or deletions from Council members or citizens present. There were no
changes. The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances
by title. (Items on the Consent Agenda are handled under one motion without further
discussion - -see motion directly below.)
Motion: Approve, Moved by Council Member Rick Ensey, Seconded by Assistant Mayor
Maureen Adkison. Approved. 7 -0. Council Members voting Aye: Adkison , Bristol , Cawley,
Coffey , Ensey, , Ettl , Lover.
A. Consideration of approval of City Council Meeting Minutes
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i. Council Business Meeting Minutes for January 10, January 17 and February 7, 2012.
The minutes of the January 10, January 17 and February 7, 2012 Business meetings were
approved, having been duly certified accurate by two Council members and no one present
wishing to have said minutes read publicly.
B. Consideration of approval of Council Committee Meeting Minutes
None
C. City of Yakima - 41r Quarter 2011 Treasury Report
D. Accounts Receivable Status Report - 4th Quarter 2011
E. Set Date for March 20, 2012 for the Final Public Hearing on the 2011 Consolidated Annual
Performance Evaluation Report
F. Resolution to Set April 26, 2012 for a public hearing before the Hearing Examiner for three
partial street and alley vacations on the Davis High School campus.
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2012 -36, A RESOLUTION fixing time for public hearing before the
Hearing Examiner on April 26, 2012, for three petitions filed for three partial street vacations near
the Davis High School campus which include: (1) a portion of South 7th Avenue between West
Walnut Avenue and West Pine Street, (2) a portion of West Spruce Street between the alley east
of South 8th Avenue and the alley west of South 6th Avenue, and (3) a portion of the alley
located between South 6th and 7th Avenues.
G. An ordinance relating to Public Safety; amending Section 6.68.020 to the City of Yakima
Municipal Code for the purpose of adopting Revised Code of Washington 9A.52.060 which
prohibits the making or having of burglar tools.
ORDINANCE NO. 2012 -10, AN ORDINANCE relating to Public Safety; amending Section
6.68.020 to the City of Yakima Municipal Code for the purpose of adopting Revised Code of
Washington 9A.52.060 which prohibits the making or having of burglar tools.
H. Resolution amending Yakima Transit's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program, as
required by the Federal Transit Administration's regulations (49 CFR Part 26).
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2012 -37, A RESOLUTION amending Yakima Transit's Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise Program, as required by the Federal Transit Administration's regulations (49
CFR Part 26).
1. Resolution authorizing Personal Service Contract for K -9 Team Training
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2012 -38, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager of
the City of Yakima to execute a professional service agreement with Bruce Rogers to provide
training for a new City of Yakima Police K -9's team.
J. Resolution authorizing agreement with N. Harris Computer Corporation (Cayenta) and
waiving the bid requirement to standardize our financial systems with a purchase of
software license, implementation and a support and maintenance agreement.
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2012 -39, A RESOLUTION to standardize our financial systems with a
purchase of software license, implementation and a support and maintenance agreement from
N. Harris Computer Corporation, waiving the bid requirement and. authorizing the City Manager
to execute the Agreement.
5. Audience Participation
*The Boy Scouts from Troop 559 introduced themselves and shared what badge they are
working on.
*Jeffrey Bohlinger, 2200 Lila Avenue #1, invited Council to attend the annual Letter Carrier State
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Convention in Yakima on May 18, 2012. He stated he will be back before Council to highlight
their annual food drive on May 12, 2012.
*John Puccinelli and Fred Gomez from Mel's Diner, as well as Clark Smith and Fred Mendoza
from Goodyear Tire, complained about the railroad grade separation underpass project on
Lincoln Avenue. They understood the project would be finished in a year or less but it has
been two years and the project is still not complete, which is hurting their businesses. Council
apologized for the delay and the lack of communication and directed Interim City Manager
Morales to prepare a report on this issue for the April 3, 2012 meeting.
*Candle Turner, 7800 W. Mead Avenue, questioned when a traffic light will be installed at 64th
and Washington Avenues. Interim City Manager Morales noted he will review the time line for
this intersection and report back to Council. Ms. Turner expressed her disappointment that Mr.
Morales would not be applying for the City Manager position and thanked him for his work as
Interim City Manager.
*Doug Barduhn, 714 Beacon Avenue and Mark Merritt, 14106 Cottonwood Canyon, in their
capacity as industry representatives strongly encouraged Council to have a study session on the
Fire' Inspection issue. They do not feel the Council understands the impact of the decision on the
public safety of citizens in the community. They would like to be a part of the process. Council
agreed to discuss this at an upcoming study session.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
6. Report and recommendation to adopt 2012 federal priorities
Interim City Manager Michael Morales briefed Council on the 2012 Federal Legislative
Priorities. Mr. Morales, Mayor Cawley and Council Member Ettl will be meeting with legislators in
Washington, DC next week.
Motion: Approve, Moved by Mayor Micah Cawley, Seconded by Council Member Kathy Coffey.
Approved. 7 -0. Council Members voting Aye: Adkison , Bristol, Cawley, Coffey , Ensey , Ettl ,
Lover.
7. Resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) amending the 2011 -2012
collective bargaining agreement for the Corrections Sergeants Unit.
Interim City Manager Michael Morales briefed Council on the Corrections Sergeants MOU.
The City Clerk read the resolution by title.
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2012 -40, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute an
Memorandumi-m of Understanding (MOU) to amend the 2011 -2012 collective bargaining agreement
between the City of Yakima and the Teamsters Local #760 Correction Sergeants Unit.
Motion: Approve, Moved by Assistant Mayor Maureen Adkison, Seconded by Council Member
Sara Bristol. Adopted. 7 -0. Council Members voting Aye: Adkison , Bristol , Cawley, Coffey,
Ensey , Ettl , Lover.
8. Resolution authorizing execution of an addendum to the collective bargaining agreement for the
Yakima Police Management Unit
Interim City Manager Michael Morales briefed Council on the Yakima Police Management Unit's
MOU.
The City Clerk read the resolution by title.
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2012 -41, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute an
addendum to the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Yakima and the Yakima
Police Management Unit.
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Motion: Approve, Moved by Council Member Dave Ettl, Seconded by Assistant Mayor Maureen
Adkison. Adopted. 7 -0. Council Members voting Aye: Adkison , Bristol , Cawley, Coffey ,
Ensey, Ettl , Lover.
9. Other Business
*Council Member Ensey noted he would like the public updated with the process for City
Manager recruitment. Mayor Cawley reported Baenzinger and Associates received
approximately 40 applications, which they will narrow to 8 -10 and present to Council in an
upcoming Executive Session with interviews anticipated in late April. It was Council consensus to
utilize the same process as last year including a Community panel and a panel comprised of
Department Directors.
*Council Member Bristol referenced a memorandum she prepared outlining the DYBID Elections
process for the Advisory Committee and distributed to Council prior to their meeting.
*Interim City Manager Morales advised Council the Utility Billing window will begin opening at
8:30 a.m. in order to meet the current demand for service.
*Interim City Manager Morales reported two minor issues mentioned by the State Auditors during
the City's recent exit interview. The first issue is that the City should report any allegations of
misuse of funds by employees to the State Auditors for them to investigate. Second is a
statewide issue confirming service fees for utilities.
*Interim City Manager Morales requested clarification from Council regarding Council Member
Lover's request for a special meeting or study session regarding GFI and impacts of the utility tax
on other divisions. It was determined he will provide a report on both issues at the April 3, 2012
Council meeting, at which time they can take action or schedule a study session.
*Interim City Manager Morales mentioned the impacts of the County budget troubles regarding
jail costs. This will impact the City of Yakima, as the County would only agree to a one -year jail
contract instead of a three -year flat rate contract, which the City requested. Mr. Morales noted
the City will begin looking at the costs of building a new jail or adding on to the existing jail in
order to control our own costs.
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m. to the next meeting Council Business meeting on March 20,
2012 at 6 p.m. in the Yakima City Hall Council Chambers.
Motion: Approve , Moved by Council Member Rick Ensey, Seconded by Council Member Sara
Bristol. Carried. 7 -0. Council Members voting Aye: Adkison , Bristol , Cawley, Coffey , Ensey,
Ettl , Lover .
CERTIFICATION
READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
COUNCIL MEMBER DATE
COUNCIL MEMBER DATE
MAYOR
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