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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/07/2005 Business Meeting157 0 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. 158 JUNE 7, 2005 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. 2 15.9. JUNE 7, 2005 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. 3 160 JUNE 7, 2005 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 JUNE 7, 2005 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. 5 162 JUNE 7, 2005 *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. 6 163 JUNE 7, 2005 *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 • 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. 7 164 JUNE 7, 2005 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. 8 JUNE 7, 2005 *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. 9 166 JUNE 7, 2005 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 10 16. 1 JUNE 7, 2005 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. 11 1 JUNE 7, 2005 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. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY ATTEST: Kahe—i,._ 1/2 CITY CLERK 2/‘/3 -- ,TE COUN COU CIkl61EMBER E OJ 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 12