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CITY OF YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
BUSINESS MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 20, 2001 - 2:00 P.M.
129 NORTH 2 STREET - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. ROLL CALL
Present:
Council: Mayor Mary Place, presiding, Council Members Clarence Barnett,
Henry Beauchamp, Lynn Buchanan, Larry Mattson, John Puccinelli,
and Bernard Sims
Staff: City Manager Zais, City Attorney Paolella and City Clerk Roberts
2. INVOCATION /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Puccinelli gave an invocation, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance led by Council Member Beauchamp.
3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER /SPECIAL
PRESENTATION
A. PROCLAMATIONS
Police Chief Blesio introduced Captain Doug Bronson who is retiring from the
Police Department. Chief Blesio acknowledged Captain Bronson's illustrious 25-
year career and presented him his retirement badge. Mayor Place presented
Captain Bronson a Certificate of Appreciation.
B. INTRODUCTION OF FIRE DEPARTMENT CHAPLAINS
Fire Captain Mitch Cole introduced Don Cantrell and Jim Erixson, new members
of the Chaplain Program.
C. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND RATIFYING
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SMITH PHILLIPS
DIPIETRO FOR HOLIDAY MARKETING PROMOTIONAL SERVICES FOR
DOWNTOWN
Jar Arcand from the Yakima Downtown Association, explained the promotion
campaign was to get out and advertise the spirit of downtown. They will promote
the many community events such as the Children's Light program, the Festival of
Trees, and the Christmas tree lighting. Council Member Barnett expressed
appreciation to Mr. Arcand for the positive attitude he is expressing toward
Yakima. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only; BUCHANAN MOVED
AND SIMS SECONDED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. Motion carried by
unanimous roll call vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. R -2001 -154, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager
of the City of Yakima to execute a profesional services agreement with Smith,
Phillips & DiPietro to promote retail trade activities in downtown Yakima with
particular emphasis on holiday activities.
• Puccinelli takes a stand on jail siting issue
PUCCINELLI MOVED AND BARNETT SECONDED THAT THE CITY
CONTACT THE JAIL SITING COMMITTEE AND MAKE THE FOLLOWING
RECOMMENDATION: THE NEW JAIL LOCATION SHOULD BE AS CLOSE
AS POSSIBLE TO THE COURT HOUSE. DUE TO THE COST OF
TRANSPORTATION OF THE PRISONERS, THE LOCATION SHOULD BE IN
THE NORTHERN PORTION OF THE COUNTY. Council Member Buchanan
said this subject should be tabled until we receive the report. Council Member
Puccinelli expressed concern that the committee is meeting and will make a
decision without the City's recommendation. Council Member Buchanan clarified
that the Site Committee is not making the decision, the County Commissioners
will be making the decision. BUCHANAN MOVED AND SIMS SECONDED TO
TABLE THE SUBJECT. The motion carried by a 4 -3 roll call vote, Barnett,
Beauchamp and Puccinelli voting nay. MATTSON MOVED AND BUCHANAN
SECONDED TO REMOVE IT FROM THE TABLE. The motion carried by 6 -1
voice vote; Buchanan voting nay.
• Timing of jail siting decision discussed
Bill Cook, Community and Economic Development Manager, is a member of the
jail siting committee and explained that they are to have a final meeting in early
December to look at the potential of three or four sites. They will then make a
recommendation to the County Commissioners. He said the financial
implications of the sites have not been discussed and in December they will be
adding the financial impacts of moving the courts or the prisoners back and forth.
MATTSON MOVED AND PUCCINELLI SECONDED THAT WE ENCOURAGE
THE SITING COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER A LOCATION IN THE UPPER
VALLEY GIVEN THE ESTIMATED COST OF $750,000 FOR THE CITY TO
TRANSPORT PRISONERS TO THE LOWER VALLEY.
Lynne Kittelson, 305 North 9th Street, stated her objection to the Safeway site
and that she thinks the City of Yakima should identify other locations and make a
formal presentation to the County as two other cities did.
BUCHANAN MOVED AND SIMS SECONDED TO TABLE THE SUBJECT
UNTIL THE END OF THE MEETING. The motion carried by unanimous voice
vote.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Place referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning
whether there were any additions or deletions from either Council members or
citizens present. Items Nos. 8 and 9 were added to the Consent Agenda. The City
Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by
title. SIMS MOVED AND BUCHANAN SECONDED TO ADOPT THE CONSENT
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AGENDA AS READ. 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. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Lynne Kittelson, 305 North 9 Street, spoke about sidewalks in general and
the one at 9 Street and B Street in particular. She noted that residents are
driving their vehicles across the sidewalk to park alongside the building and in
doing so are destroying the sidewalk.
Phil Pleasant, 1202 Fair Avenue, spoke about economic development referring
to a large public works project at Hanford. He requested the Council to spend
money to help him develop the HUB zone in which he lives.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE CONGDON DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
Bill Cook, Director of Community and Economic Development, explained that this
agreement provides that the City of Yakima will not locally impose more
restrictive development regulations on the Congdon Orchards 800+ acre planned
development unless such regulations relate to life safety issues, state or federal
mandates, or the failure to impose such restrictions could jeopardize the city's
ability to access state and federal funds. He said it also reiterates the Council's
commitment to a best faith effort to secure funding and build roads and sewers to
serve the Congdon property, and property to the west, as approved by Council in
a Memorandum of Understanding dated May-24, 2001. In return, Congdon
brings to the City 800+ acres in land, it's planned development proposal, and
Congdon Orchards' entrepreneurial skills and resources. This agreement has a
life of 40 years.
• Mayor Place Opened the Public Hearing
No one came forward to speak to the issue.
• Mayor Place closed the Public Hearing
The City Clerk read the resolution by title; SIMS MOVED AND BUCHANAN
SECONDED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by unanimous
roll call vote.
Terry Schmalz, an attorney with Halverson & Applegate, said he worked closely
with the City staff in developing this agreement that sets the framework for future
development. He thanked the City staff for their efforts.
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2001 -155, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager
of the City of Yakima to execute a Development Agreement with Congdon
Orchards, Inc.
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7. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2002 BUDGET
City Manager Zais explained that this is the opportunity for public comment and
for outside agencies that receive funding to present their case. He said the
budget is balanced without any new taxes and is within the existing resources of
the city.
• Mayor Place opened the public hearing
Pauline Hunter, Programs Coordinator for the Salvation Army, spoke
regarding the Summer Day Camp at Milroy Park Program. She said the last
two years the city's grant had been cut from $7,000 to $2,000 and there is no
way to adjust to that Toss. They have cut out field trips and recreation equipment.
She asked the City to please raise the grant back to $7,000. Council Member
Sims wanted to insure she understood that the reasons these programs are
being cut was because of the initiatives that are being passed. The voters are
saying they will not support tax initiatives and, as a result, there is no budget
Keith Rice, 606 North 58 Avenue, Chairman of New Vision for 2001,
outlined some of the accomplishments and activities for the organization this
year. He said they plan to continue to push for economic development in the
area. Dave McFadden, President of New Vision, summarized some of the
results over this last year. He said they will focus on the needs of local industry,
helping them grow and stay healthy. Companies receiving their help this year
should create at least 300 new jobs in the valley. He said it's been a tough year,
our country has shifted into a recession and we now need to ramp up on our
community interests and try to trigger business.
Chuck Chapman, Yakima Sunfair Parade Association, thanked Council for
past support. He explained what the association does annually and the details of
their budget. He noted they previously received $1,000 from the City and it has
dropped down to $625. They would like to go back to $1,000 to make up their
annual deficit.
Ester Huey, Executive Director of Yakima Substance Abuse Coalition and
the S.E. Community Center, spoke about after school and weekend activities
for young people at risk in our community. She outlined the many areas they
serve and the various funding sources. She requested the Council to look at
flexibility when discussing the CDBG funds and to keep some available for
activities such as they provide to young people. She asked Council to continue
to assist to the best of their financial ability.
Julie Toney, with fund development for EPIC, spoke for receiving CDBG funds.
She explained how they have used them in the past and their previous
successes in using the CDBG funds to leverage more funding.
Elizabeth Harris - Miller, Director for Allied Arts Council, spoke for the
Summer Arts Van Program. She thanked the Council for their past support and
explained how they have been using the money they receive as leverage for
other funds.
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Ann Haley, Director of Yakima Valley Regional Library, handed out a
description of services that outlined their costs. They plan to continue to provide
services at the same level for 2002. Their budget request will support direct
incremental costs only. City Manager Zais explained that the impact of the
annexations are in the budget.
Shane Pierone, 4 of July Committee Chairman, spoke in support of their
budget request for next year's celebration.
Scott Washburn, Human Resource Manager with ClientLogic, thanked Council
for their support including the block grant dollars incentive funds. He said they
are growing and anticipating more growth in the first quarter of 2002, and
encouraged the City to continue supporting them with the block grant dollars.
Lance Stevens, United Way of Yakima County, acknowledged the tough
budget position the City is in and referred to a number of the services that are
enhanced through block grant programs. He encouraged Council to continue to
find room in our block grant funds for these services.
Deborah Wilson, Director of RSVP Program, gave highlights of this last year's
activities and said if there are any additional monies for RSVP they would be
grateful.
Tony Wentz, Emergency Management Services, explained the role of this
department. He detailed how their budget was developed and that they were
down to 2 3 /4 employees. He said they have a request for a new vehicle in this
year's budget as their current 1993 Dodge Caravan needs to be replaced. He
said Yakima's assessment is $37,000 which includes their portion of the vehicle.
T. J. Greene, of the Triumph Treatment Center at 102 South Naches Avenue,
spoke about what they do. She thanked Council for the CDBG funds they
receive and hope to continue receiving.
Gary Pruitt, of the Clean Air Authority, 6 South 2nd Street, lobbied for
continued support.
• Mayor Place closed the public hearing for the budget
CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS
*8. PRESENTATION OF THE YAKIMA VALLEY CONFERENCE OF
GOVERNMENTS 2002 BUDGET
The 2002 budget for the Yakima Valley Conference of Governments was
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*9. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A
COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT WITH PRINCE GEORGE'S
COUNTY, MARYLAND FOR BUS PROCUREMENT
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2001 -156, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of
an Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Prince George's
County, Maryland.
*10. CONSIDERATION OF JOINT CITY /COUNTY RESOLUTIONS APPROVING:
A. THE YAKIMA AIRPORT 2001 BUDGET AMENDMENT NO. 1
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2001 -157, A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
YAKIMA AND YAKIMA COUNTY approving the Yakima Air Terminal —
McAllister Field 2001 budget Amendment No. 1.
B. THE PROPOSED 2002 AIRPORT BUDGET
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2001 -158, A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
YAKIMA AND YAKIMA COUNTY approving the Yakima Air Terminal —
McAllister Field 2002 budget.
*11. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
INTERLOCAL CORRECTIONS / DETENTION AGREEMENT WITH YAKIMA
COUNTY FOR JAIL SERVICES
RESOLUTION NO. R- 2001 -159, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the
City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute an Interlocal Corrections/
Detention Agreement with Yakima County for the provision of jail detention
services during 2002..
*12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SALE OF SURPLUS
CITY PROPERTY TO NORTHWEST AUTO BODY
• RESOLUTION NO. R- 2001 -160, A RESOLUTION authorizing the sale of surplus
property consisting of a vehicle to Northwest Auto Body.
*13. APPROVAL OF THIRD QUARTER 2001 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROJECTS AND LABOR REPORT
The Third Quarter 2001 Capital Improvement Projects and Labor Report was
approved.
*14. SET DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON DECEMBER 4, 2001 TO CONSIDER A
RIGHT -OF -WAY VACATION REQUEST FOR PROPERTY AT 302 NORTH 10
STREET REQUESTED BY MUKESH SAGAR
December 4, 2001 was'set as the date for a public hearing to consider the
Hearing Examiner's recommendation to approve a petition filed by Mukesh and
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Lata Sagar to vacate a portion of right -of -way along East Lincoln Avenue at 302
North 10 Street.
ORDINANCES
*15. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES RE: CITY EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION/
BENEFIT PLANS FOR 2002:
A. AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR
CERTAIN CITY EMPLOYEES, IMPLEMENTING COLLECTIVE
BARGAINING AND LABOR SETTLEMENTS, MANAGEMENT PACA, AND
RECLASSES
ORDINANCE NO. 2001-62, AN ORDINANCE relating to City personnel; adopting
a classification and compensation plan for City employees to be effective
January 1, 2002; amending Subsections 2.20.100 A, 2.20.100 C, 2.20.100 D,
2.20.110 A, 2.20.110 B, 2.20.110 C, 2.20.110 E, and 2.20.110 G, all of the City of
Yakima Municipal Code.
B. AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING LONGEVITY
SCHEDULE FOR MANAGEMENT, SUPERVISORY AND EXEMPT
EMPLOYEES
ORDINANCE NO. 2001-63, AN ORDINANCE relating to personnel; adjusting the
longevity pay schedule for management employees; amending subsection B of
Section 2.24.010 of Chapter 2.24 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code.
C. AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE RE: SICK LEAVE BENEFIT
SCHEDULE FOR MANAGEMENT, SUPERVISORY AND EXEMPT
EMPLOYEES
ORDINANCE NO. 2001-64, AN ORDINANCE relating to personnel; increasing
the maximum compensation a management employee may receive for exchange
of sick leave upon leaving service with the City; providing three days of
bereavement leave for management employees for the death of an immediate
family member; amending subsections B and E of Section 2.40.030 of Chapter
2.40 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code; and adding new Section 2.40.035 to
Chapter 2.40 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code.
*16. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2001 BUDGET AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES AT THE
YAKIMA CENTER (NO ACTION REQUIRED AT THIS MEETING; SECOND READING SCHEDULED
12/4/01)
An Ordinance amending the 2001 budget and appropriating funds for architectural
services at the Yakima Center was read by title only, and laid on the table until
December 4, 2001 for a second reading.
Council recessed at 4:18 p.m; the meeting resumed at 4:26 p.m.
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17. OTHER BUSINESS
Don Skone from the Conference of Governments said he has clarification from
Yakima County and they do want a specific site recommended by the Jail Siting
Committee. Council Member Mattson said he was uncomfortable having to
make a decision like this under the gun. He still has questions about whether
I/ other sites on the periphery would be more appropriate than the Safeway site.
Bill Cook, Director of Community and Economic Development, clarified that the
Safeway site was the preferred site by the County all along, partly because they
own it. He said the City never had the opportunity to present an alternative.
There was discussion about whether or not there was the opportunity to
recommend an alternate site at this late date. After much discussion and
clarification to phrase an appropriate motion, PUCCINELLI MOVED AND SIMS
SECONDED TO RECOMMEND TO THE SITING COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER
SITES WITHIN THE CITY OF YAKIMA'S URBAN GROWTH AREA
BOUNDARY DUE TO THE TREMENDOUS IMPACT THE TRANSPORTATION
COSTS WOULD HAVE ON THE CITY OF YAKIMA'S BUDGET. The motion
passed by a 6 -1 roll call vote, Barnett voting nay.
The question then arose, whose responsibility is it to search out these alternate
sites? Council Member Mattson said it was the County's, Council Member Sims
thought it was the City's. Mayor Place said that was the problem, the City wasn't
asked to do that. Mr. Cook agreed with Mayor Place saying the County was
promoting the Safeway site and they invited the other two cities because of their
letters of interest. Council Member Mattson questioned whether the
Comprehensive plan process was being followed.
Paul George, 6305 Meadow Lane Court, agrees that this is a big deal and is
something that shouldn't be considered hastily. This is a major project that
should be looked at in a more orderly way
• Information Items
Items of information provided to Council were: Agenda for the November 27, 2001
Hearing Examiner meeting; Notice of cancellation of the November 21, 2001 Community
Review Board meeting; Report on damage claims filed during October 2001;
Memorandum from State Department of Health re: Statement of Inquiry and Draft
Sterilization; Planning Division Assignments Pending Report as of November 20, 2001;
Monthly Report of the Chief of Police for July 2001; Article from November 11, 2001
Seattle Times, "voters limiting Legislature's say: Major state decisions being made by
initiatives "; Hanford Happenings; and Fall 2001 Confluence
18. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING PROPERTY ACQUISITION, AND
PROSPECTIVE AND PENDING LITIGATION (Acquavella property rights and other
issues)
BUCHANAN MOVED AND MATTSON SECONDED TO ADJOURN TO
EXECUTIVE SESSION WITH ADJOURNMENT THEREAFTER TO.
NOVEMBER 27, 2001 ADJOURNED MEETING AT 8:30 A.M. IN THE
COUNCIL CHAMBERS FOR BUDGET REVIEW STUDY SESSION (PUBLIC
WORKS DEPARTMENT); THEN TO DECEMBER 4, 2001, 8:30 A.M. BUDGET
REVIEW
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