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AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No. 6.A.
For Meeting of:August 2, 2021
ITEM TITLE: Approval of minutes from the July 20, 2021 City Council regular
meeting and July 27, 2021 City Council study session
SUBMITTED BY: Sonya Claar Tee, City Clerk
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
See attached.
ITEM BUDGETED:
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY THE CITY MANAGER
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve minutes.
ATTACHMENTS:
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MINUTES
YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
July 20, 2021
City Hall -- Council Chambers
5:00 p.m. Executive Session; 5:30 p.m. Regular meeting; 6:00 p.m. Public hearings.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Executive Session regarding pending litigation
Present: Mayor Patricia Byers, presiding,Assistant Mayor Holly Cousens and
Councilmembers Kay Funk, Brad Hill (attending via speakerphone), Soneya Lund and Eliana
Macias
Staff:Acting City Manager Scott Schafer, City Attorney Sara Watkins and City Clerk Sonya
Claar Tee
Absent: Councliellicr Jriiiitie IL
MOTION: ousens mo . Macia se nde urn to xecutive Session for
up to 30 m nutes to dis• .s pz.nding n. The motion carrie y unanimous vote,
White abse t. .mid )
Executive Session was held and adjourned at 5:29 p.m.
1. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Patricia Byers, presiding,Assistant Mayor Holly Cousens and
Councilmembers Kay Funk, Brad Hill (attending via speakerphone), Soneya Lund, Eliana
Macias and Jason White (attending via speakerphone)
Staff:Acting City Manager Scott Schafer, City Attorney Sara Watkins and City Clerk Sonya
Claar Tee
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Byers led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Interpreter Services
Mayor Byers introduced Aurora who announced interpreter services are available in Spanish.
4. Open Discussion for the Good of the Order
A. Proclamations
i. National Night Out proclamation
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Councilmember Soneya Lund proclaimed Tuesday,August 3, 2021 as "Yakima's Night Out
Against Crime & Drugs."Adrianne Garner and Anthony Peterson accepted the proclamation
via the telephone.
5. Council Reports
A. Discussion regarding the City Council Rules of Procedures for appointing Council
members to outside boards
Councilmember Funk outlined her proposal regarding appointing Council members to outside
boards and committees.
MOTION: Funk moved and Hill seconded to accept the attached redline version as an
amendment to the Council Rules of Procedures. Mayor Byers read the amendment as
follows: (h) In accordance with our City Charter, the Mayor has no executive authority. All
appointments to represent the City of Yakima and the Yakima City Council to outside groups
are full Council decisions. There will be an exception when state statute requires
representation from the Mayor. The motion carried by a 4-3 vote, Cousens, Byers, and White
voting no.
B. Discussion regarding allowing street legal altered leisure vehicles on streets within
City limits
Acting City Manager Schafer introduced the item.After Council discussion,
MOTION: • ed • • • -nssidedt back an
ordinance lowing re legal - -re• les ording to hington state laws.
The motion :rried b n. - vote.
C. 'roposed reso u ions associated with requested Charter c ange language
City Attorney Sara Watkins briefed Council on the proposed Charter amendments. Ms.
Watkins stated each ballot measure will need to have a three member pro/con committee,
which could be formed at the August 2 Council meeting.
After Council discussion, the City Clerk read the resolutions by title only.
MOTION: Funk moved and Macias seconded to adopt the resolution for proposition 1
amendment for Council attendance. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Proposition 1: RESOLUTION NO. R-2021-093,A RESOLUTION providing for the
submission to the qualified electors of the City of Yakima at an election to be held on
November 2, 2021, of a Proposition on whether Article VI, Section 4 of the Charter of the City
of Yakima should be amended to add language regarding attendance and vacancies of City
Council members; approving ballot title; making ancillary and corrective amendments
throughout the Charter; and requesting the Yakima County Auditor to submit the Proposition to
the voters on the regular municipal general election to be held November 2, 2021.
MOTION: Funk moved and Cousens seconded to adopt the resolution proposal for the
amendment clarification for housekeeping as written. The motion carried by unanimous
vote.
Proposition 2: RESOLUTION NO. R-2021-094,A RESOLUTION providing for the
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submission to the qualified electors of the City of Yakima at an election to be held on
November 2, 2021, of a Proposition on whether Articles II, VI, VI I, XI I I, and XV of the Charter
of the City of Yakima should be amended to make corrective and clarifying amendments
throughout, conforming to state law provisions regarding purchases of supplies, material,
equipment or services, appropriations, amendments to the Charter and civil service; approving
ballot title; making ancillary and corrective amendments throughout the Charter; and requesting
the Yakima County Auditor to submit the Proposition to the voters on the regular municipal
general election to be held November 2, 2021.
6. Consent Agenda
Mayor Byers referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there
were any additions or deletions from Council members 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: Cousens moved and Lund seconded to approve the consent agenda. The
motion carried by unanimous vote.
A. Approval of minutes from the June 29, 2021 City Council special meeting, July 6,
2021 City Council regular meeting and July 13, 2021 City Council study session
B. _ _ .ym: rseme for the 21.
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E. Resolution authorizing acceptance of a grant from the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) under the American Rescue Plan Act to provide economic
assistance in response to COVID-19 operational impacts
RESOLUTION NO. R-2021-095,A RESOLUTION authorizing acceptance of a grant from
the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the American Rescue Plan Act to provide
economic assistance in response to COVID-19 operational impacts.
F. Resolution authorizing a contract with Thayer Excavating LLC for Wetland
Mitigation Area Construction Project 2549 as part of Phase 2 of the Spring Creek
Road Improvments
RESOLUTION NO. R-2021-096,A RESOLUTION authorizing an Agreement with Thayer
Excavating LLC to establish wetland mitigation site within the Wastewater Treatment Plant
property for Project 2549 as part of Phase 2 of the Spring Creek Road Improvement Project.
G. Resolution authorizing an Agreement with M Sevigny Construction Inc for the
Yakima Police Department Special Investigations Unit Office Construction Project
RESOLUTION NO. R-2021-097, A RESOLUTION authorizing an agreement with M
Sevigny Construction Inc for the Yakima Police Department Special Investigation Unit Office
Construction Project
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H. Resolution authorizing settlement of a damage claim filed by Central Washington
Railroad ("CWRR") and the associated suit for declaratory judgment filed by
Yakima County, including all cross claims and counter claims between the parties
RESOLUTION NO. R-2021-098, A RESOLUTION authorizing settlement of a damage claim
filed by Central Washington Railroad ("CWRR")and the associated suit for declaratory
judgment filed by Yakima County, including all cross claims and counter claims between the
parties
I. Ordinance amending the 2021 Budget for the City of Yakima; and making
appropriations from Unappropriated Fund Balances within various Funds for
expenditure during 2021 for various purposes (Second Reading)
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-013,AN ORDINANCE amending the 2021 Budget for the City of
Yakima; and making appropriations from Unappropriated Fund Balances within various funds
for expenditure during 2021 for various purposes described in the attached Schedule.
J. Ordinance amending section 6.05.130,for the purpose of adopting the equivalent
Revised Code of Washington statute; and enacting a new section relating to
exposing minor child(ren) to domestic violence
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-014,AN ORDINANCE relating to Public Safety; amending the City
of Yakima Municipal Code; amending section 6.05.130, for the purpose of adopting the
equivalent Revised Code of Washington statute; and enacting a new section relating to
exposing minor child(ren)to domestic violence.
7. Public Co
Joey Ander ,n, city .id: II* to s' a n1 .•-••a item ayor Byers indicated
that public • ment i im • • -ms lis' - -• - as •..
Gary Kissli _ _ -side spoke i - _ _port oft _ s _et legal alter vehicle.
Liz Hallock, city resident, spoke via telephone in support of the ordinance relating to domestic
violence in the presence of a minor.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. Public Hearing and resolution authorizing an Interlocal Agreement with Yakima County
regarding the 2021 Justice Assistance Grant
Chief Murray briefed Council on the item.
Mayor Byers opened the public hearing and, with no one coming forward to speak, closed the
hearing.
The City Clerk read the resolution by title only.
MOTION: Cousens moved and Funk seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion
carried by unanimous vote.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2021-099,A RESOLUTION ratifying an application for a grant in the
total amount of$63,105 from the United States Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice
Administration, Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
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DEPARTMENT ITEMS
9. Equipment Repair and Replacement Plan
Chief Markham reviewed the Fire Department's equipment repair and replacement plan and
answered questions by Council members.
10. Other Business
MOTION: Funk moved and Macias seconded that we add to the August 2 Business
meeting agenda, discussion of an application for a grant for a feasibility study for an
anaerobic digester. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
MOTION: Funk moved that we add to the August 2 Business meeting agenda, review
of the credentials or resume of our previous Deputy Fire Chief, Patrick Reid, the
incoming Deputy Fire Chief and the other applicants for the position. The motion died
for a lack of a second.
Councilmember Funk requested information and regular updates on the staff recommendations
to actualize our affordable housing plan, and noted the City is not adding very many housing
units despite our housing crisis.
MOTION: - - eve' - - -ens s ended s g backtothe
next Coun meet ►„ - soluti put • •rth I a vote of the eople whether to
change th: akima it o pr, • loc e tax any other
document. eede• • • suc • Ch lut n on the No ber 2021 ballot. The
motion carri • - vs , Funk • acias g
Councilmember Funk again brought up the credentials of former and current Deputy Fire
Chiefs. Assistant Mayor Cousens raised a Point of Order, stating the topic is not in the
purview of the Council to make that determination. Mayor Byers stated the point is well
taken. Councilmember Funk appealed the Mayor's ruling, which died for lack of a second.
11. Adjournment
MOTION: Cousens moved and Lund seconded to adjourn to a City Council study
session on July 27, 2021 at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The motion carried by
unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 6:37 p.m.
CERTIFICATION
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ATTEST:
CITY CLERK MAYOR
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MINUTES
YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION
July 27, 2021
City Hall --Council Chambers
5 p.m.
1. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Patricia Byers, presiding,Assistant Mayor Holly Cousens (attending via
speakerphone)and Councilmembers Kay Funk, Brad Hill (present at 6:14 p.m.) and Soneya
Lund
Staff: City Manager Robert Harrison and City Clerk Sonya Claar Tee
Absent: Councilmember Eliana Macias (excused)and Councilmember Jason White
2. Public commen !low 15 minutes) ) j
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None.
IT3. Program Updates collectible Debt and Write-Offs
James Dean, Utility Customer Service Manager, provided an update and some background
information on uncollectible debt and write-offs, including parking citations and others.
Councilmember Funk expressed interest in receiving quarterly or biannual reports on this
topic.
4. Vacant Building Registry and Standards
Sara Watkins, City Attorney, reported on previous Council discussions regarding a vacant
building registry and maintenance standards for the downtown business areas.Assistant
Mayor Cousens provided background on the issue as a former Council Economic
Development Committee member. Councilmember Funk shared the importance of utilizing
vacant commercial buildings as small residential units. Mayor Byers noted these commercial
buildings are privately owned.
5. Animal Control Program and Licensing
Tony Doan, Supervising Code Inspector, reported on the current status of Animal Control.
Councilmember Funk shared several concerns she has with Animal Control. Councilmember
Lund raised a Point of Order that members should not chastise staff. Mayor Byers ruled the
point was well taken. Councilmember Funk appealed the Mayor's ruling, which died due to
lack of a second. Mayor Byers thanked Mr. Doan for his work.
6. Preliminary Findings on Building Permit Fee Study
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Glenn Denman, Code Administration Manager, presented on preliminary permit fees and
where the Codes Division believes improvements can be made to cover the costs
associated with issuing of permits, as well as increase customer service by streamlining
processes. Tony Doan, Supervising Code Inspector, reviewed fire operational permit fees.
Councilmember Funk criticized past Council and former City Manager actions.Assistant
Mayor Cousens raised a Point of Order that members should not criticize past actions of
Council and staff. Mayor Byers ruled the point is well taken. City Manager Harrison reported it
is staffs intention to do a fee study on permit costs and there were no objections.
7. Adjournment
MOTION: Lund moved and Hill seconded to adjourn to the next Council regular
meeting on August 2, 2021,at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The
motion carried by unanimous vote, Macias and White absent. The meeting adjourned at 6:18
p.m.
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