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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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*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.
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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:
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CITY CLERK MAYOR
MINUTES PREPARED BY DEPUTY CITY CLERK SKOVALD.
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