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CITY OF YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
BUSINESS MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 7, 2005 - 2:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL
1. RoII Call
Present:
Council: Mayor Paul George, presiding, Council Members Ron Bonlender,
Dave Edler, Neil McClure, Mary Place, Bernard Sims, and Susan
Whitman
Staff: City Manager Zais, City Attorney Paolella and City Clerk Roberts
2. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Council Member Bonlender gave an Invocation, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance led by Council Member McClure.
3. Open Discussion for the Good of The Order/Special Presentations
Randy Beehler, Community Relations Manager, introduced Bonnie Lozano as the
new Community Programming Assistant for YCTV. Bonnie has over twenty years
of experience working with KAPP Television and is a welcome addition to the YCTV
staff.
A. Proclamations:
None
B. Special presentations:
• Yakima Kayak Club
Scott Shipley from Recreational Engineering and Planning in Boulder,
Colorado gave a Power Point presentation showing what they have done in
many other cities with regard to building whitewater parks. The Yakima Kayak
Club, working with the Yakima Valley Visitors and Convention Bureau, brought
Mr. Shipley to Yakima to evaluate potential sites for a whitewater park in the
Yakima area. His presentation highlighted how they use natural river
materials to create a natural river environment. The parks they create
become community parks that restore the river, improve fish habitat, have
places for expert kayakers, as well as beginners, places for children to play,
beach areas, picnic areas and pathways. These parks have had a
tremendous economic impact by bringing in outdoor tourism. He was
enthusiastic about Yakima being a great candidate for a park of this nature.
Council Member Sims suggested he speak with the Department of
Transportation about the work they are doing at the Naches River area at 16th
Avenue. Mr. Shipley said their firm will create conceptual designs and would
be back to present their ideas. It was noted that they will be working on a
park for Spokane, but, otherwise, there are currently none in the state of
Washington. For further information, interested citizens can contact the
Yakima Valley Visitor's and Convention Bureau.
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Council Member Sims took this opportunity to advise Council and the public
about a ten -page spread in the July issue of Country Living magazine that
highlights the Yakima valley. There is also a two-page advertisement in the
Seattle Homes publication. The advertising of our valley is a direct result of
the self-assessment done by the hotel industry.
Council Member Sims also advised that the State Legislature contributed
$350,000 during the last legislative session to add another ball field at Kiwanis
Park. Senator Deccio and Representative Skinner were instrumental in
obtaining that funding.
• Yard of the Month award
Lynn Quesenbury, Parks and Recreation Administrative Associate, presented
a short video highlighting the two yards selected for June Yard of the Month
awards. The winners were:
Yakima District 1 Yakima District 3
Kathy Starr
614 South 60th Avenue
C. Citizen service requests
None
Darcie & Brian Roberts
2409 W Chestnut
D. Consideration of appointments to boards and commissions (if any)
None
4. Consent Agenda
Mayor George 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. 20B and 21 were added and Item No. 10 was
removed. The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions
and ordinances by title. SIMS MOVED AND McCLURE SECONDED TO
ADOPT THE CONSENT 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.)
*A. Approval of the minutes of the March 22 and 29, 2005 Adjourned
meetings and May 3,2005 Business meeting
The minutes of the March 22 and 29, 2005 Adjourned meetings and May 3,
2005 Business meeting were approved, having been duly certified accurate by
two Council members and no one present wishing to have said minutes read
publicly.
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5. Audience
James Moore, 705 North 48th Avenue, addressed Council about speeding
problems in his neighborhood. He had previously supplied Council with a write-up
and photographs of the area. Using a radar gun, he discovered cars traveling at
speeds averaging between 35-45 mph. He said it is not uncommon for cars to
travel over 50 mph during the day when school buses are around and over 60
mph at night. He suggested speed bumps be used as a calming device. After
discussion about other potential solutions and residential speeding problems in
general, the issue was referred to the Traffic Division and the Police Department.
Al Marquez, 613 North 3rd Street, spoke about a Hispanic publication, The Viva,
and how it highlights the good things Hispanics have done for our community. He
again suggested the Council reconsider the pool closures.
James Stewart, 1415 Jefferson Avenue, distributed pictures he took of a code
compliance problem at 1500 and 1502 W. Lincoln Avenue. He was advised that
action is being taken on the two locations and they will be going before the
Community Review Board.
Barbara Greco, 32 North 3rd Street, spoke about the first Cruise The Ave event
scheduled for June 24th and 25th. She also advised that there will be a 4th of July
Celebration held this year after all. It will be held at the State Fair Park,
admission will be free, and there will be free shuttle bus service.
CITY MANAGER'S; REPORTS
6. Consideration of Resolutions regarding hazardous vegetation and debris
abatement program:
Doug Maples, Code Enforcement and Planning Manager, said they are presenting five
properties that fall under the Municipal Code Section 10.05.100 for hazardous
vegetation. When Council Member McClure asked why these are coming to Council
as he thought they had allowed staff to deal with them, Mr. Maples advised that the
fire code was in the process of being updated to allow the Community Development
Director to handle them. Currently they still require a resolution giving authority to
take action.
A. Judy Dimario, 45th/Summitview Avenue
Code Enforcement Officer, Royale Schneider, advised that the property at 45th and
Summitview has been abated by the property owner.
B. Douglas Metz Trustee, 814 S. 14th Street and 1211 E. Pacific Avenue
Mrs. Schneider advised that, although there is a wood chipper at the location,`there
has been no action taken to clean up the property. The City Clerk read the resolution
by title only; PLACE MOVED AND SIMS SECONDED TO ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-82, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Code Administration
and Planning Manager to clear certain weedy lots.
C. Gregorio & Graciela Montesdeoca, 1205 E. Pacific Avenue and 815 S. 13th
Street
The owner of this property lives in Arizona, but the same people who cut down trees
and left the debris on the previous property did so here as well, without permission.
The owner wasn't aware it had been done. Blanca Alvarez, 812 S. 35th Avenue, the
niece of the property owner, asked for a time extension. After discussion, PLACE
MOVED AND WHITMAN SECONDED, TO GRANT AN EXTENSION OF SEVEN
DAYS. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. If the clean up is not done in
the allotted time frame, City staff will have the authority to clear the lots.
7. Report from Equipment Rental Division regarding gas consumption and
conservation measures
Richard Wonner, spoke in detail about the current cost of fuel and the effect on the
City's budget. He reviewed a chart submitted in the Council packet comparing the
annual costs over the last two years. In the first five months of 2005, due to the
increased costs, the Division has expended 50% of their fuel budget. At the current
rate, they could be in excess of $100,000 over budget by year-end. He reported on
actions that have been taken to reduce consumption. By March, consumption was up
8%. After meeting with the City's major consumers and implementing some
conservation measures the year-to-date increase is now at 3%. They have been able
to affect consumption slightly by conservation measures without affecting services but
require Council direction as to how far they should go. No direction was given at this
time.
8. Report from Public Works Department regarding status on litter abatement
Chris Waarvick, Public Works Director, gave an overview of the Litter Committee
activities. They are pursuing the potential of funding a full time code officer with a
limited commission to actively deal with persistent violations in public areas and
alleyways. Other steps they are taking are to enclose the waste bins (not the trash
receptacles) in the parks and lock them up at night. They are also creating a door
hanger to raise awareness of the problem. The graduates of the Citizens Police
Academy will be volunteering in this effort. Their goals are to create a resolution and
door hangers, and then get volunteers and the Community Review Board involved.
Finally, they hope to get a code enforcement officer to work specifically on the litter
problem.
9. Consideration of Resolution supporting adoption of Joint Watershed Plan for
the Yakima Basin Area
Dave Brown, Water and Irrigation Manager, explained the Joint Watershed Plan was
formally finished in 2003 and they are encouraging the involved counties to adopt it.
The City Clerk read the resolution by title only; SIMS MOVED AND McCLURE
SECONDED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. Responding to questions, Mr. Brown
advised that the signing delay appears to be because some counties have
interpreted the plan as a mandate rather than a guidance document. The question
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was called for a vote on the motion. The motion carried by unanimous roll call
vote.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-83, A RESOLUTION of the Yakima City Council
supporting the approval of the Watershed Plan by the Board of County
Commissioners of Yakima County, Kittitas County, Benton County, and Klickitat
County; and requesting that the Board of County Commissioners of Yakima County,
Kittitas County, Benton County, and Klickitat County convene in joint session
pursuant to RCW 90.82.130, to consider and approve the proposed Watershed
Plan.
10. Consideration of Resolution authorizing execution of contract with A-1 Temps
to provide temporary staffing for the Transit Division
The City Clerk read the resolution by title only; SIMS MOVED AND McCLURE
SECONDED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. Tom Barrington, Washington State
Council of County/City Employees, said the Union recognizes the need for the
service at the transit facility, that it is funded from a special grant, and also that the
people who will be hired are coming from a non-profit organization. Their concern is,
if the positions continue that they be compensated with pay and benefits equal to
other city employees in the same type of work. He wanted to impress upon Council
the need for all of these jobs to.be living wage jobs and that temporary employees
are for emergency only positions. Ken Mehin, Transit Manager, explained that the
idea to use temporary help was to enable us to use a grant that was about to expire,
otherwise, we would not have had funding until next year. It is a pilot project and, if
it works, could become a permanent position and may become a union position. The
question was called for a vote on the motion. The motion carried by unanimous
roll call vote.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-84, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City
Manager of the City of Yakima to execute the Temporary Staffing Service
Agreement (for Yakima Transit) with A-1 Temps, a Washington non-profit
corporation.
Following a short recess, the Council meeting resumed at 4:11 p.m.
*11. Consideration of Resolution authorizing execution of agreement with the
Yakima Valley Umpires Association for softball officiating services
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-85, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City
Manager to execute an agreement with the Yakima Valley Umpires Association to
obtain softball officiating services for the City of Yakima's organized softball
program.
*12. Consideration of Resolution authorizing execution of agreement with Allied
Arts Council for a Summer Arts Activities Program for youth
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-86, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City
Manager of the City of Yakima to execute the 2005 Agreement between the City of
Yakima and the Allied Arts Council of Yakima Valley, to provide a visual and
performing arts program for youth.
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*13. Consideration of Resolution authorizing execution of a grant agreement with
Rural Community Development Resources to provide technical assistance
services to small businesses and micro -enterprise operations
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-87, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager of
the City of Yakima to execute a CDBG project grant agreement with Rural
Community Development Resources, a Washington non-profit corporation, to
provide technical assistance to businesses within the City of Yakima.
*14. Consideration of Resolution authorizing execution of amendment to the
administrative services agreement with ICMA for the City's deferred
compensation plan
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-88, A RESOLUTION authorizing and ratifying the action
of the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute an amendment to the
administrative services agreement with the International City Management
Association Retirement Corporation for administrative and investment services for
the deferred compensation plan of the City of Yakima.
*15. Consideration of Resolution setting date of hearing before the Hearing
Examiner for July 14, 2005 to consider a right-of-way vacation requested by
Larry Loveless for property that was formerly South 80th Avenue lying south of
Tieton Drive
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-89, A RESOLUTION initiating street vacation
proceedings regarding a portion of the north -south public right-of-way that was
formerly South 80th Avenue lying west of the current South 80th Avenue and south of
Tieton Drive; directing the Hearing Examiner to conduct a public hearing concerning
said proposed street vacation; fixing a time for the public hearing; and providing for
notice of the public hearing in accordance with applicable law.
*16. Consideration of Resolutions setting dates of hearings relating to the Six -Year
Transportation Improvement Programs (TIP):
A. For June 28, 2005 to consider the Six -Year TIP for 2005-2010
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-90, A RESOLUTION fixing the time and place for
hearing for June 28, 2005 in the Council Chambers at City Hall on an amendment to
the 2005 through 2010 Six -Year Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
B. For June 28 and July 5, 2005 to consider the Six -Year TIP for 2006-2011
RESOLUTION NO. R-200591, A RESOLUTION fixing the time and place for
hearings on June 28, and July 5, 2005 in the City of Yakima Council Chambers on
the Six -Year Transportation Improvement Program for the period of 2006 through
2011.
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*17. Set date of public hearing for June 28, 2005 to consider amendment to
Municipal Code Title 15 pertaining to the placement of manufactured
homes within the City of Yakima
June 28, 2005 was set as the date of public hearing to consider an amendment to
Municipal Code Title 15 pertaining to the placement of manufactured homes
within the City of Yakima.
*18. Approval of final contract payments for:
A. Mead Ave. Improvements Project No. 1919 performed by Superior Paving Co.
The report from the City Engineer, dated June 7, 2005, with respect to the
completion of the work on the Mead Avenue Improvement Project No. 1919,
performed by Superior Paving Company, was approved, the work accepted and
payment of the final estimates as therein set forth was authorized.
B. 2004 Traffic Signal Upgrades' Project.No. 2084 performed by Knobel
Electric
The report from the City Engineer, dated May 24, 2005, with respect to the
completion of the work on the 2004 Traffic Signal Upgrade Project No. 2084,
performed by Knobel Electric, was approved, the work accepted and payment
of the final estimates as therein set forth was authorized.
*19. Approval of the 2004 Annual Fire Department Report
The Yakima Fire Department 2004 Annual Report was approved.
ORDINANCES
20. Consideration of legislation relating to the Dial -A -Ride Program:
A. Resolution authorizing execution of amendment to the contract with
Access Paratransit for fee increase
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The City Clerk read the resolution by title only; SIMS MOVED AND McCLURE
SECONDED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. Ken Mehin, Transit Manager, said
the increase was due to the increasing cost of insurance, L&I costs, and to take it
out of the minimum wage category. Council Member McClure disagreed noting that
we had been receiving a good deal from Access Paratransit for a long time. Labor,
fuel and insurance are built into the scale in the contract. It was his opinion that they
finally looked at their books and found out they were undercharging us. This is a
29% increase for ambulatory and 21 % for wheelchair, and what is frustrating is that
this came just after the contract was extended in December. The Transit
Subcommittee has asked to have staff put together another bid package as well as
looking at doing it in-house. In the meantime, we have to take this money out of our
capital funds. The question was called for a vote on the motion. The motion
carried by unanimous roll call vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-92, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City
Manager and the City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an amendment to the
Dial -a -Ride Contract with Access Paratransit, Inc.
*B. First reading of Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating
funds for increased Dial -A -Ride program fees (No action required; second
reading scheduled for June 28, 2005)
An Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating funds for increased Dial -
A -Ride program fees, was read by title only, and laid on the table until June 28, 2005
for a'second reading.
21. Consideration of legislation relating to transit services:
A. Resolution authorizing execution of Interlocal Agreement with the City of
Selah
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-93, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City
Manager of the City of Yakima to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of
Selah for the provision of Yakima Transit bus services within the borders of the City
of Selah.
B. Resolution authorizing execution of Interlocal Agreement with the City of
Union Gap
RESOLUTION NO. R-2005-94, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City
Manager of the City of Yakima to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of
Union Gap for the provision of Yakima Transit bus services within the borders of the
City of Union Gap.
C. First reading of Ordinance amending the 2005 budget for CMAQ funding
(No action required; second reading scheduled for June 28, 2005)
An Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating funds for a pilot program
to extend transit services to the cities of Selah and Union Gap, was read by title only,
and laid on the table until June 28, 2005 for a second reading.
*22. Second reading of ordinance amending the 2005 Equipment Rental and REET2
budgets for procurement of new equipment and Street and Traffic Operations
budget
An Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating funds for the
procurement of new equipment in the Street and Traffic Operations Division to
serve newly annexed areas, previously having been read by title only, was
brought before the Council for a second reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 2005-26, AN ORDINANCE amending the 2005 budget for the
City of Yakima; and making appropriations for Street Maintenance Services to newly
annexed areas from Unappropriated Fund Balances within various Funds for
expenditure during 2005.
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*23. Second reading of Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating
funds for an Associate Planner position
An Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating funds for an
additional planner position, previously having been read by title only, was
brought before the Council for a second reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 2005-27, AN ORDINANCE amending the 2005 budget for
the City of Yakima; and making an appropriation of $36,418 within the 000 -
General Fund for expenditure during 2005 to provide for an additional
Associate Planner position.
*24. First reading of Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating funds
for City improvements in the County's,96th Avenue Sewer Project (No action
required; second reading scheduled for June 28, 2005)
An Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating funds for the installation
of a wastewater interceptor on 96th Avenue, was read by title only, and laid on the
table until June 28, 2005 for a second reading.
*25. First reading of Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating funds
from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission Funds for the purchase of
warning signs associated with schools (No action required; second reading
scheduled for June 28, 2005)
An Ordinance amending the 2005 budget and appropriating funds for the purchase of
school warning signs, was read by title only, and laid on the table until June 28, 2005
for a second reading.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
26. Public hearing to consider the Englewood Annexation (See Ordinance annexing
property)
Bruce Benson, Supervising Planner, explained the City utilized signed Outside Utility
Agreements and petitions to meet the 75% approval requirements of the state.
Although the annexation was originally proposed at 521 acres with a population of
1600, the Boundary Review Board added approximately 85 acres bringing the total
area to 606 acres with an estimated population of 1850. The assessed valuation of the
revised area is $172,895,650. If adopted today, it would come into the city around July
10th and taxes would be received in 2007. City Manager Zais •reminded Council of the
delay in revenue versus the immediate expenditures for services. This annexation will
bring the City's population to over 80,000. Mr. Benson commented that even though
there had been comments made that taxes were cheaper in the county, in reality it is
$0.43 per $1,000 in property tax cheaper in the city.
• Mayor George opened the public hearing
Edward Peterson, 608 North se Avenue, commented that the Boundary Review
Board was inexperienced and the City staff person that presented at that meeting
was not very professional. He then itemized his perception of city taxes. City
Manager Zais attempted to explain the various taxes, what is currently in place and
what will change. Mr. Zais and Council Member McClure also described added
services that will be available.
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Dale Hostetler, 504 Englewood Place, reacted to comments he had heard at the
Boundary Review Board meeting regarding snow removal, County guidelines versus
City. He also clarified that he had to sign an OUA to get hook ups, he didn't sign
them because he wanted to be annexed. He said he disagreed with Mr. Zais'
comments regarding taxes and services.
Aimee Hostetler, (daughter) 410 North 80th Avenue, spoke highly about the County
services and said she and her neighbors are not in 'support of the annexation. When
asked why she was opposed, she said "we have been told by other people that our
taxes will go up".
Elwyn Golladay, Snowmass Lane, said he and his neighbors are not in favor of it
and that he felt he didn't need to explain why.
Jim Noel, 321 North 84th Avenue, commented that he is in favor of the annexation
and everyone he has talked to is in favor of it as well. He was amazed that people
aren't talking to one another. He said he welcomes the additional services that will
be provided through the annexation.
Robbie Watkins, 7316 Saddlebrook Drive, is for the annexation.
Tim Hull, 419 Viewmont Drive, said that although he personally is opposed to the
annexation he understands the needs of the city and progress. He said they have
been happy with County services and feel part of the reason for the good service is
that he and his neighbors are very vocal. He said they worked with the County for a
long time and developed a good working relationship. He will work with the City to
solve issues as well. He expressed concern about the roads and about snow
removal. He commented that the Viewmont Drive had been in the County's 2004
road improvement plan. With the annexation will it be put in the City's plan? City
Manager Zais spoke about improvements in our snow removal plan since the 1996
snow year. He also spoke about how both the City and County have petitioned the
state for street maintenance monies. The deficiencies for street maintenances are
known throughout the state. Fundamentally the City will have a responsibility to
serve this area and will do so to the best of our ability with the resources available.
Bill Cook, Community Economic Development Director, clarified that, with regard to
items dropping off the County's six-year plan, they will not automatically go onto the
City's. He also felt it was important to point out that the County has a different
funding mechanism with their road tax. The City does not have a road tax to do
residential streets. Curbs, gutters and sidewalks are done through LIDs. It was
suggested by Council that the City review the County's six year plan to determine
what projects will be affected. Council Member McClure added that the City's Six -
Year TIP does not include residential streets, they are a separate issue. Council
Member Sims suggested that the snow removal policy should be reviewed as well.
Shelley Willson, Streets and Traffic Operations Manager, clarified the current
preventative and snow removal procedures. References had been made to 6" of
snow, but that refers only to plowing the residential streets. Arterials are plowed at
3" and preventative action (anti -icing, salt and sand) are taken prior to that city-wide.
• Mayor George closed the public hearing
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The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only; SIMS MOVED AND McCLURE
SECONDED TO PASS THE ORDINANCE. The motion carried by unanimous roll
call vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 2005-28, AN ORDINANCE concerning annexation; annexing the
Englewood Annexation area to the City of Yakima; maintaining the current zoning of
the area; providing for notice to the WUTC of the City's intent to provide residential
refuse collection and disposal service; assumption of the City's current indebtedness
by properties in the Englewood Annexation area; and an effective date of July 10,
2005.
27. Public hearing to consider the Valleybrook Subdivision Preliminary Long Plat
located in the vicinity of South 72nd and Washington Avenues requested by
Zier Orchards, LLC
Vaughn McBride, Community Development Specialist, explained this is a closed
record public hearing, meaning no new information can be accepted. The proposal
is a 58 -lot subdivision located on the west side of South 72nd Avenue, south of
Spokane Street and north of West Washington Avenue. It encompasses 13.93
acres of land and the application was reviewed before the Hearing Examiner on April
14, 2005. May 2, 2005 the Hearing Examiner rendered his recommendation to
approve the preliminary long plat subject to conditions of including the acquisition by
the applicant of an easement for the proposed southerly interior street for the
proposed extension of West Washington Avenue. A Determination of Non
Significance was issued March 23rd; no appeals were filed and no additional SEPA
review was required for the final plat. Further detailswere discussed describing
realignment of interior streets, set backs for the southern tier lots done in response
to written comments. It was noted that all comments received had been addressed
by the developer.
Following further discussion on the street situation, Jeff Holbrook, from DOE in
Olympia, read a letter clarifying that the parcel was not in the orchard during the time
when arsenic was used as a pesticide.
• Mayor George opened the Public Hearing
Jerry Foy, 7020 Manor Way, said his concern is that Washington Avenue is already
developed and designed for completion to 72nd Avenue. It currently is an intersection
with stop signs and no signal. He then spoke about how the West Valley School
buses currently use Valley Estates but this proposal will open the door for the school
buses to go through the new project instead. Mr. Foy also commented that he
thinks it is time for the City to address the issue of impact fees as we have come to
the point of being unable to keep up with street maintenance.
• Mayor George closed the Public Hearing
BONLENDER MOVED AND SIMS SECONDED TO ADOPT THE HEARING
EXAMINERS RECOMMENDATION AND DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE THE
APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION. Council Member Place agreed that the
intersection of 72nd and Washington Avenues needs to be looked at in our Six Year
Plan. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
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28. Other Business
A. Review of process for setting council members' compensation
City Manager Zais explained that the matter of Council members' compensation was
raised during budget preparations and it is timely to look at it in advance of the filing
date for the upcoming elections this fall. Three council member positions are up this
fall and the filing takes place the last week of July, therefore, this item needs to be
reviewed by Council now. It has been some time since any adjustment in
compensation was made. Mr. Zais explained the pay change cycle. Any change
would apply only to the three positions open for election this year. The other four
positions would not change until they came up for election again, in two years.
Research could be done to compare salaries from other cities with a population from
50,000 to 95,000 as well as looking at other potential adjustments. Council Member
Bonlender spoke in favor of an increase to attract new people. It was the
consensus of Council to have staff do the research and bring the information
back to the Council at the next meeting.
Council Member Place thanked Mr. Zais for all his efforts on the Hilton Hotel Project.
29. Executive Session regarding pending litigation and collective bargaining (allow
30 minutes)
PLACE MOVED AND SIMS SECONDED TO ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE
SESSION FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES TO DISCUSS PENDING AND
PROSPECTIVE LITIGATION AND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING, AND THEN TO
JUNE 14, 2005 AT 7:30 A.M. AT THE YAKIMA CENTER FOR DISCUSSION WITH
THE PARKS COMMISSION REGARDING POOLS/AQUATIC CENTER. The
motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
30. Adjournment
Following the Executive Session, the meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.
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PAUL P. GEORGE, MAYOR
Minutes prepared by Linda Watkins. An audio and video tape of this meeting are available in the City
Clerk's Office
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