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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/22/1993 Business Meeting 31 0 CITY OF YAKIMA, WASHINGTON JUNE 22, 1993 BUSINESS MEETING 1. ROLL CALL The City Council met in session on this date at 2:10 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Yakima, Washington. Mayor Pat Berndt, presiding, Council Members Bill Brado, Lynn Buchanan, Skip Semon and Bernard Sims present on roll call. Council Members.Clarence Barnett and Henry Beauchamp absent and excused. City Manager Zais, City Attorney Vanek, and City Clerk Roberts also present. 2. INVOCATION /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Sims. 3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER Mayor Berndt announced that a request has been received to postpone discussion of Item No. 10 for one month. She also corrected the date of the Council meeting minutes in Item No. 5. A. CAFR AWARD John Hanson, Director of Finance and Budget reported the City has earned the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting presented by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for the fifth consecutive year. Recognizing their hard work, he presented his staff to Council: Cindy Epperson, Accountant, who also received an individual award; Tim Jensen, Accountant, who also received an individual award; June Smith, Printer; Diane Schmitt, Accounting Technician; Teresa Farren, Word Processor; Bob Wheeler, Accounting Manager; Clara Sanders, Accountant; and Edna Pettyjohn, Accountant. Council Member Buchanan referred to an article in the newspaper reporting on the new tower at the Yakima Airport. He commented that radar service to Yakima will be through Pasco, but radar could have been installed in Yakima for one -third the cost. Mayor Berndt reminded Council that the Association of Washington Cities Conference is currently taking place in Yakima and urged Council members to attend the workshops. 4. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Berndt 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 311 JUNE ,22, 1993 was the general consensus to remove Items Nos. 10 and 23 from the Agenda and to add Item No. 12 to 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 I/ AMENDED, BE ADOPTED. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote; Barnett and Beauchamp absent. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk ( *) indicate items on the Consent Agenda handled under one motion without further discussion.) Item No. 12 meets the statutory requirement, Statute 42.23 as has been discussed in the past when Council Member Beauchamp is present, his interest is deemed a remote interest which removes any obstacle to the Council proceeding. *5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 13 AND 27, 1993 BUSINESS MEETINGS AND JUNE 7 AND 8 ADJOURNED MEETINGS The minutes of the April 13 and 27, 1993 Business meetings and June 7 and 8 Adjourned meetings, were approved, having been duly certified accurate by two Council members and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly. 6. PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCE CREATING NORTH 21ST AVENUE WATER LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1050 This being the time set for the public hearing, Alfred Rose, Office Engineer, was available to answer any questions regarding the North 21st Avenue Water Local Improvement District. Mayor Berndt opened the public hearing for comments. There being no one wishing to speak, the hearing was closed. Ordinance No. 93- 31, having been read by title, it was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN, TO PASS THE ORDINANCE. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote; Barnett and Beauchamp absent. ORDINANCE NO. 93 - 31, AN ORDINANCE providing for the improvement of certain property by constructing an 8 - inch public water system; establishing a Local Improvement District, providing for the method of payment thereof, and creating a special fund. 7. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Dave Flaherty reported on the clean -up program and recognized the hard work of the SeaFirst Bank employees who participated. Nancy Manatee, SeaFirst Bank, issued a challenge to the downtown community to have a community clean -up contest. Al Royal, 402 East Yakima Avenue, urged Council to reconsider the possibility of adding public restores at the new Transit Transfer Facility. There was discussion among Council members as to why public rest room facilities are not included in the project. 2 312 JUNE 22, 1993 8. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF SELAH REGARDING DISPOSITION OF TROLLEY TRACKS Glenn Rice, Assistant City Manager, introduced this item and provided a brief summary of this issue. Paul McMurry, 120 North Naches Avenue, representing the Yakima Interurban Lines Association, stated for the record that they were willing to sign the document as it is drafted. John Sweesy, Mayor, City of Selah, responded to questions from Council members concerning the easement definition, the discrepancy between the original drawing of the trolley destination and the latest drawing provided, as well as the size and accessibility of the parking facility. After discussion among Council members to adopt the resolution pending resolution of the legal description of the easement and concurrence on the destination stop and Resolution No. R -93 -60 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY SEMON, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. IT WAS MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY SEMON, TO AMEND THE RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT SUBJECT TO AND CONTINGENT UPON TWO THINGS. FIRST, A SUBSEQUENT AGREEMENT AS TO THE TROLLEY DESTINATION SITE AND CONFIGURATION OF THAT SITE, AND SECONDLY, THE EASEMENT DEED, WHICH IS PART OF THE AGREEMENT, IS ACCEPTED AND ADOPTED, BUT THAT IS ALSO SUBJECT TO THE INDENTED PORTION OF THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION BEING WORKED OUT BECAUSE CURRENTLY IT DOESN'T APPEAR TO BE RIGHT. The motion to accept the amendment carried by 4 -1 voice vote; Buchanan voting nay; Barnett and Beauchamp absent. The motion to accept the resolution, as amended, carried by 4 -1 roll call vote; Buchanan voting nay; Barnett and Beauchamp absent. Mayor Sweesy apologized for the discrepancy in the drawing. There was further discussion among Council members regarding the project. RESOLUTION NO. R- 93 -60, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Mayor to execute the Yakima Valley Transportation Selah Line Compromise Purchase and Sale Agreement and directing the City Manager to take all necessary steps to implement the agreement. 9. REPORT REGARDING STATUS OF REQUEST TO PIPE AND COVER TWO SECTIONS OF THE FRUITVALE CANAL (16TH AVENUE TO SWAN AVENUE AND 20TH TO 24TH AVENUE, SOUTH OF LINCOLN) Ty Wick presented the report and was available to answer questions. There was discussion between Council Member Semon and David Flaherty, Parks & Recreation Manager, regarding the 3 313 JUNE ; 22, 1993 direction of a proposed_ pathway.in the vicinity of 24th and Lincoln Avenues. It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO ACCEPT THE REPORT AND TO DIRECT STAFF TO PROCEED WITH THE PROJECT CONTINGENT UPON GETTING THE FUNDING. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote; Barnett I/ and Beauchamp absent. 10. REPORT FROM DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REGARDING PETITION TO REZONE PROPERTY NORTH OF PACIFIC AND EAST OF FAIR AVENUE Discussion postponed one month. 11. STATUS REPORT ON THE I -82 GATEWAY PROJECT Dennis Covell, Director of Engineering & Utilities, reported that Ch2M Hill, has advised the City that it will give up its fee (profit) anticipated for this project in order to settle the project estimate controversy. They are doing this in order to reinforce their commitment to provide quality service to the Gateway Project. Mr. Covell explained there was concern that the DOT estimate seemed to indicate that more elements could be provided than what the consultant had indicated $13.4 million would build. The paying partners of this effort, the County, the City, DOT, and Gary Lukehart, have decided to accept the consultant's remittance of their profit. Mr. Covell described the redefined Stage 1 resultant from CH2M Hill's refinement of cost estimates. Mr. Covell indicated that if there were more money available, the next priority would be to move Fair Avenue up from three to five lanes in the area that would be initially billed in Stage 1. In response to a question from Mayor Berndt, Mr. Covell described the proposed improvements to Yakima Avenue, which will include a separate lane on the south side for bicycle and pedestrian movement across the interchange area. There was discussion among Council members and staff regarding the continued effort to obtain funding for the bicycle and pedestrian pathway. Council Member Buchanan requested Mr. Covell to determine what the cost would be to build an additional ten feet of bridge and highway, as well as the additional signalization along the way for the bicycle and pedestrian lane. Mr. Covell stated the improvements as proposed in the modified Stage 1 still meet the primary objectives of the project. Mr. Covell reviewed the Steering Committee's comments I/ made at their meeting on June 17 concerning the redefined Stage 1. Council Member Sims commented that the stop light system on 9th Street should be a priority in Phase 1. Pat Gilmore, 120 East Yakima Avenue, spoke in favor of the project and described the revised plan as a good compromise, which will increase the flow of traffic into Yakima, and give us the gateway effect. He also commented in favor of the signalization of 9th Street by moving and utilizing a signal from another location that is no longer needed. 4 314 JUNE 22, 1993 Gary Lukehart, one of the developers of the property, is pleased with the alternative program and emphasized the fact that it does solve the basic needs. He commented on the need to signalize 9th Street because of the anticipated increased flow of traffic. He recommended continuing the project; we need this system installed as quickly as we possibly can. Jerry Foy, 6th North 41st Avenue, representing the Fair Board, commented on the 9th Street.signalization problem. He agreed with the suggestion to move a stop light from an intersection that doesn't need it. He urged the program to move ahead with what money is available and emphasized the importance of focusing on the improvements instead of dwelling on the negative aspects of the project. Cec Vogt, Director of the Yakima Greenway Foundation, agreed with the others that this is not a perfect solution and was very sorry to lose the dedicated bike and pedestrian ramp. It is still a vast improvement in access to the Greenway as is, because it will help pedestrians and recreational bikers. It is better than nothing, and she urged the project proceed. Greg Stewart, President and General Manager of the Fair Association, supported the idea to continue with the project and described its relationship to the expected 1.2 million visitors to the fairground in 1993. It would make it a lot easier for them to get into Yakima. Gary Webster, General Manager of the Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Steering Committee, stated the Chamber has not taken an official position concerning this plan; however, they have for a long time had a concern about the east /west connection, the Sun Dome connection, and the enhancement of the image to the community. The project as it has emerged has continued to address those points. Regarding the limited amount of money available for the project, this proposal as Stage 1 is a good, positive step forward. He expressed concern with the fact that a lot of money is spent recruiting people to the community for conventions and visitor events and then they get landlocked at 8th Street and Yakima Avenue. He agreed with the suggestion to move a stop light from another location where it is not warranted. At the request of Council Member Brado, Dennis Covell provided an estimate of cost to do the rest of the project, along with possible sources of funding. He also commented on the process of federal approval of the project. He projected a completion date of approximately November 1995. There was further discussion among Council members and staff concerning relocation of a signal to 9th Street and Yakima Avenue. Mr. Covell described some of the details that need to be taken into consideration regarding traffic signalization. For the next report, Council Member Buchanan requested a break down of where the money will come from. There was a request from Council 5 315 JUNE 22 1993 Member Semon that action updates of Steering Committee meetings be provided on a more frequent basis. (Mayor Berndt turned the gavel over to Assistant.Mayor Buchanan and excused herself from the meeting.) City Clerk Roberts read a letter dated June 22, 1993, into the record from Nicholas Temple. It was MOVED BY I/ SIMS, SECONDED BY SEMON, TO ACCEPT THE REPORT AND TO DIRECT STAFF TO FIND A WAY TO SIGNALIZE 9TH STREET AND YAKIMA AVENUE INTERSECTION. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote; Barnett, Beauchamp, and Berndt absent. *12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF WORK EXPERIENCE AGREEMENT WITH YAKIMA VALLEY OIC RESOLUTION NO. R - 93 - 61, A RESOLUTION authorizing participation by the City of Yakima in a JTPA job training program. *13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF WORK EXPERIENCE AGREEMENT WITH S.L. START & ASSOCIATES RESOLUTION NO. R - 93 - 62, A RESOLUTION authorizing participation by the City of Yakima in a JTPA job training program. *14. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF WORK STUDY PROGRAM AGREEMENT WITH THE HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD RESOLUTION NO. R - 93 - 63, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a Work Experience Agreement with the Higher Education Coordinating Board, a State of Washington agency. *15. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION GRANTING PERMITS FOR THE SALE OF FIREWORKS RESOLUTION NO. R - 93 - 64, A RESOLUTION granting permits for the retail sale of fireworks within the City of Yakima for 1993. *16. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FIRE WORKS DISPLAY AT YAKIMA SPEEDWAY RESOLUTION NO. R - 93 - 65, A RESOLUTION granting a public fireworks display permit to Ted Pollock, doing business as the Yakima Speedway. *17. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT WITH STATE DCD FOR EXTENSION OF PARTIAL CAPITAL FUNDING FOR THE POLICE STATION /LEGAL CENTER RESOLUTION NO. R 93 - 66, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Director of Finance and Budget of the City of Yakima to execute an amendment to the State Department of Community Development Contract #6 -92 -29005 relating to the Yakima Criminal Justice Facility (Police Station /Legal Center) Project. 6 316 JUNE 22, 1993 *18. CONSIDERATION OF JOINT CITY /COUNTY RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING, RATIFYING, AND ADOPTING A PROJECT GRANT APPLICATION FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AT THE AIRPORT RESOLUTION NO. R- 93 -67, A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA AND YAKIMA COUNTY authorizing, ratifying, and adopting a Project Application, Standard DOT Title VI Assurances, and Grant Agreement for federal assistance between the Federal Aviation Administration and the Yakima Air Terminal Board for project number 3- 53- 0089 -13. *19. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH LABOR AND INDUSTRIES FOR RESOLUTION OF REST ROOM FACILITY CITATION RESOLUTION NO.. R- 93 -68, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of a settlement agreement between the City of Yakima and the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries. *20. APPROVAL OF CIP STATUS REPORT AND FIRST QUARTER 1993 CIP REPORT The Report from the Department of Engineering and Utilities regarding 1993 -- Major Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Current Status and First Quarter 1993 CIP Status Report was accepted. *21. APPROVAL OF MAY 1993 BUDGET REPORT The May 1993 Budget Report was accepted. *22. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1993 BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS INTO THE 1993 REBOUND BUDGET (NO FORMAL ACTION REQUIRED THIS MEETING) An Ordinance amending the 1993 budget and appropriating funds for the 1993 Rebound Plus Program, having been read by title only was laid on the table for two weeks, until July 6, 1993. *23. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES MAKING REVISIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE This item was removed from the agenda. 24. OTHER BUSINESS City Manager Zais reported on the environmental mandates task force meeting he attended in Washington, DC. Assistant Mayor Buchanan absent after 3:55 p.m. There being no quorum present, informal discussion. followed. Dave Flaherty, Parks and Recreation Manager, reported on the situation at Ike Pool, commenting the pool is open; however, the boiler to heat the water is not working. 7 • JUNE 'z 'k�22 1993 3 1 7 • Iriformation Items: Items of information supplied to Council were: Memorandum from City Engineer regarding North First Avenue Status Report. 6/17/93; Memorandum. from. Deputy Personnel Officer regarding Washington Health Services Act of 1993; Announcement of Open House Meeting Schedule regarding Upper Yakima Valley Urban Growth.Area Concepts; Monthly Report from the Legal Department • for April 1993; Preston, Thorgrimson, Shidler, Gates & Ellis Update Environmental & Land Use Department. June 1993; Article, "Golden State is Becoming Place to Leave "; June 4, 1993 Article, "Let'em Smoke, California Tells Cities "; and Article from USA Today, "TCI Agrees to Carry TV Stations for • Free ". 25. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION It was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY SEMON, TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING PENDING LITIGATION, TO BE FOLLOWED BY IMMEDIATE ADJOURNMENT THEREAFTER. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote; Barnett, Beauchamp, Berndt, and Buchanan absent. 26. ADJOURNMENT Following the conclusion of the Executive Session, the meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY: CIU■• IL :ER DATE I �. COgraL DATE ATTEST: CITY CLERK MAYOR MINUTES PREPARED BY DEPUTY CITY CLERK SKOVALD. • • • 8