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❑ 11-5-13
Approval of the minutes from the November 5, 19 and
December 3 and 10, 2013 City Council Business meetings
and November 12 and 26, 2013 Study Sessions.
Sonya Claar Tee, City Clerk
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YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
November 5 2013
City Hall -- Council Chambers
6 p.m. Business Meeting; 7 p.m. Public Hearings
BUSINESS MEETING
1. Roll Call
Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Maureen Adkison, Council Members
Sara Bristol, Kathy Coffey, Rick Ensey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover
Staff: City Manager O'Rourke, City Attorney Cutter and City Clerk Clear Tee
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Cawley led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Open Discussions for the Good of the Order
Mayor Cawl - • rocl r Amer i Indian Campbell
accepted it . • press -d hom •e ap
A. Appomittee
i. • . •mi ting C• i e's recdation for ap ntment of Ron
e to t Public - ies Distr rd and ratific n of Nora Requena as
the Capitol Theatre's appointment to the Arts Commission.
Coffey moved and Bristol seconded to approve the recommendations. The motion carried
by a unanimous roll call vote.
4. Council Reports
A. Council Nominating Committee minutes from 10-21-13.
Ensey moved and Lover seconded to approve the minutes. The motion carried by a
unanimous roll call vote.
5. Consent Agenda
Mayor Cawley referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there
were any additions or deletions from Council members or citizens present. The following items
were added to the consent agenda:
12. 2012 Health Care Plan Report
13. Resolution authorizing an Agreement with Central Washington Comprehensive Mental
Health (CWCMH) allowing the City of Yakima to utilize the CWCMH Behavioral Health Diversion
Program at no cost to the City.
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.)
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Ensey moved and Adkison seconded to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried
by unanimous roll call vote.
A. Approval of the minutes from the July 16, August 6 and 20, and September 3 and
17, 2013 City Council Business meetings and July 9 and September 9, 2013 Study
Sessions.
B. 3rd Quarter 2013 Treasury Report.
C. Accounts Receivable Status Report — 3rd Quarter 2013.
D. Set Dates of November 19, 2013 for Public Hearings on 2014 Budget:
A. 2014 Proposed Budget
B. 2014 Ad Valorem (Property) Tax
E. Final Contract Payment for MSI Construction, Inc. (Standard Motion V -B- Accept the
project and approve the final payment).
F. Final Contract Payment for Leslie & Campbell, Inc. - Station 91 and 95 Roofing
Rehabilitations (Standard Motion V -B- Accept the project and approve the final payment).
G. Final Contract Payment for TTC Construction, LLC - City Project WW2327, Industrial
Wasteline Extension (Standard Motion V -B -Accept the project and approve the final
payment).
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I. Resolution authorizing annual renewal of the City Manager's authority to resolve and
settle any claims against or by the City of Yakima in an amount of $100,000 or less, and
to execute all documents necessary to the resolution or settlement of such claims.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-137, A RESOLUTION authorizing annual renewal of the City
Manager's authority to resolve and settle any claims against or by the City of Yakima in an
amount of $100,000 or less, and to execute all documents necessary to the resolution or
settlement of such claims.
J. Resolution declaring and reserving a City owned parcel of land, known as parcel 191318-
43003, addressed as 1005 East Lincoln Avenue, as future street right of way for the
Cascade Mill Parkway.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-138, A RESOLUTION declaring and reserving a City owned parcel of
land, known, as Yakima County Assessor parcel 191318-43003, addressed as 1005 East
Lincoln Avenue, as future street right of way for the Cascade Mill Parkway.
K. Resolution authorizing an agreement with Yakima County Development Association for
Economic Development Partnership Services.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-139, A RESOLUTION authorizing an Agreement with Yakima County
Development Association for Economic Development Partnership Services.
L. 2012 Health Care Plan Report
M. Resolution authorizing an Agreement with Central Washington Comprehensive Mental
Health (CWCMH) allowing the City of Yakima to utilize the CWCMH Behavioral Health
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Diversion Program at no cost to the City.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-140, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager of
the City of Yakima to execute an Agreement with Central Washington Comprehensive Mental
Health (CWCMH) allowing the City of Yakima to utilize the CWCMH Behavioral Health Diversion
Program at no cost to the City.
6. Audience Participation
Rosenda Lopez and Alejandro Reyez-Gonzalez, City residents, invited the Council and
community to participate in their community service project they are organizing through Skills
USA, which is a graffiti cleanup event on November 9, 2013 from 12-4 p.m.
Candie Turner, City resident, expressed her frustration with the violence in our City.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. Public hearing regarding the Downtown Master Plan Report.
City Manager O'Rourke stated after meeting with the consultants and after staff analysis, they
believe a game changer is needed to ignite the growth of downtown. The City started this
process in May and have had three public hearings, with over 600 participants and dozens of
stake holder meetings. This will be on the November 19 agenda for budget approval to begin
the design process of the project.
Mayor Cawley opened the public hearing.
The followin
'duals s••.- - :ainstthe pl
Mark Peters non -r. 'de and ow r of Furni e on Yakima enue; Craig Carroll,
non-residen nd own of ent= ima spoke ains the plan and
noted that n • ne has • p : che• m o -; J y Caines, Cit sident; Steve Larsen,
General Ma • er • - OI - Gar• , T Rane o esident; Kath ercy, downtown
business o , - e Me ; Fred ' , Jason ' e , non-resident d owner of the
Speakeasy; James Carmody; and Michelle Beckham, Ellensburg.
The following individuals spoke in favor of the plan.
Nancy Kenmotsu, City resident; Palmer Wright, Physician in Yakima and owner of Kana Winery;
Jessica Moskwa, City resident and manager of Gilbert Cellars; Laura Rankin, City resident;
Bridget Russel, City resident and downtown business owner; Erin Luke, City resident; Samantha
Swager, City resident; Ilene Monihan, City resident; Shawn Hopkins; Erwina Peterson, City
resident; Laurie Kanyer, City resident; Robert Garlo, City resident; Ann Tweety, City resident;
Tyson Maker, City resident; Ellie Stroshal, City resident; Lucas Strosal, City resident; Yvette
Lippert, City resident; Sylvia Embrook, non-resident; Charles Johnson, non-resident; Jeff Hall,
City resident; Brad Hoffa, City resident; John Schlect, City resident; Rob McKearny, City
resident; Margaret Luera, City resident; Jeff Perkins, City resident; Matt Tweedy, City resident;
Andy Jones, City resident; Jacki Jones, City resident; Anna Green, City resident; Nathan Pool,
City resident; Ryan Low, owner of Essencia Bakery; Adam Hoverman, City resident; Amy
Turner, City resident; Dan Richmond, City resident; Sylvia Severen, City resident; Barb Smith,
City resident; Betsy Bloomfield, City resident; Jane Korsekin; City resident; Peggy Ludwig;
Amelia Rudder, City resident; Luz Bazan Gutierrez, City resident; Becky Pasqua; Karl Pasten,
City resident; Nick Hughes, City resident; Joe Mann, City resident and downtown business
owner; Larry Hull, City resident and downtown business owner; Michael Bull, non-resident;
Charles Forester, Physician and City resident; Jane Gutting, non-resident; Joe Morrier, non-
resident, downtown property owner; Barbara Cline and read a supporting statement from Phil
Cline; Walt Ranta, City resident; John Baule, City resident; Julie Schilling, with Westside
Merchants, thinks change is good but would like additional information; Tony Sandoval, City
resident; David Rogers, City resident; Nicole Donegan, City resident; John Cooper, City resident;
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Victor Renteria; City resident; and Robert Strader, City resident.
Mayor Cawley closed the hearing.
Council members discussed their appreciation for the citizen feedback on this issue. They also
noted their concern for the lack of communication with some business owners and the
importance of a parking study and traffic analysis.
Council Member Bristol, representative on the Capitol Theatre Board, stated the Capitol Theatre
Board is in favor of the downtown revitalization.
City Manager O'Rourke noted this item is not on speed dial. They are asking for a concept
design for a plaza, to develop committees and complete due diligence by visiting other
communities. This will be on the November 19 agenda where Council will be asked to approve a
budget to pay for the design concept of the plaza. This was approved by Council consensus.
8. Final public hearing and resolution adopting the City of Yakima 2014 Annual Action Plan
regarding the CDBG & HOME program funding.
Archie Matthews, Office of Neighborhood Development Services, briefed Council on the Action
Plan. He noted they just received comments from Northwest Justice; however, the comments
were received after the comment period. Additionally, he received a call from the HUD
representative and they may send the City of Yakima a postponement letter until the allocations
can be determined.
Mayor Cawley opened the public hearing and, with no one coming forward to speak, closed the
hearing.
The City CI
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Action Plan
the HUD mai>•ated 2014 Annual
Ensey moved and Adkison seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by
unanimous roll call vote.
9. Public hearing to consider the City of Yakima Planning Commission's
recommendation regarding an Ordinance which updates the City of Yakima's Shoreline Master
Program, amends the City's Comprehensive Plan's Critical Area and Shoreline goals and
policies, and adopts supporting scientific documentation.
Supervising Planner Jeff Peters briefed Council on the Shoreline Master Program. Mr. Peters
introduced Dave Fonfara, Representative from the City of Yakima Planning Commission. Mr.
Fonfara thanked City staff for their work and stated the Planning Commission recommends
supporting the Shoreline Master Program.
Mayor Cawley opened the public hearing.
Al Brown, non-resident, spoke on behalf of the Yakima Greenway Foundation in support of the
Shoreline Master Program.
Mayor Cawley closed the public hearing.
The City Clerk read the ordinance by title.
ORDINANCE NO. 2013-050, AN ORDINANCE relating to the regulation of land use and
shoreline development in the City of Yakima: a) repealing the City's 1974 Shoreline Master
Program, b) adopting an updated Shoreline Master Program in accordance with RCW 90.58 and
WAC 173-26, c) establishment of Title 17 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code titled "City of
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Yakima Shoreline Master Program", d) Amendment to the City of Yakima's Comprehensive Plan
2025 adding a Shoreline Element to the Natural Environment section, e) Adoption of Yakima
County's Cumulative Impact Analysis and Restoration Plan, and f) Adoption of the City of
Yakima's Addendum to Yakima County's Cumulative Impact Analysis and Restoration Plan.
Ensey moved and Bristol seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by
unanimous roll call vote.
10. Public hearing to consider the Yakima Planning Commission's recommendation regarding an
amendment to the Yakima Municipal Code Title 15 and adopting an ordinance pertaining to a
new Chapter 15.29 YMC establishing a comprehensive code for the regulation of
communication towers.
Senior Assistant City Attorney Kunkler briefed Council on the issue.
Mayor Cawley opened the public hearing.
Dave Fonfara spoke on behalf of the City of Yakima Regional Planning Commission. He stated
they had a tremendous amount of input from the wireless industry and the Commission received
early and continuous participation, which resulted in a comprehensive, concise and clear
permitting process that captures the value and goals of the citizens.
The following individuals spoke in favor of the ordinance: Nancy Kenmotsu, City resident; Walt
Ranta, City resident and President of Barge Chestnut Historic District; Mike Davison, City
resident; and Bill Duerr, City resident.
The followin • • • • uals s • • . - - • - inst the or. ance:
Mike Conno non -re •e •n W.. Mr. onnors reque d more time to speak.
Mayor Caw asked o ote xte e spea is time. The motion
carried by a 2 roll c. o with . tol - ing extend the s aker's time. Carol
Tagayun, n • - • - it T&T - K' Lyons, • n sident with A T also spoke against
the ordinan
Mayor Cawley closed the hearing.
Council Member Ensey noted he received an email from the City of Yakima Planning
Commission Chair, Ben Shovel, stating the Commission supports the ordinance.
After Council discussion,
The City Clerk read the ordinance by title.
ORDINANCE NO. 2013-051, AN ORDINANCE relating to wireless communication facilities;
amending Title 15 of the Yakima Municipal Code to add new Chapter 15.29 regulating wireless
communication facilities, and repealing Section 15.04.180 of the Yakima Municipal Code.
Ensey moved and Adkison seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by a 4-3 roll
call vote with Bristol, Ettl and Lover voting no.
11. Public hearing to consider a resolution adopting findings of fact and approving moratorium on
production, processing and retailing of marijuana as adopted pursuant to Ordinance No. 2013-
048.
Senior Assistant City Attorney Kunkler briefed Council on the moratorium.
Mayor Cawley opened the public hearing.
The following individuals spoke in favor of the moratorium: Mitch Gordon, non-resident, spoke in
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favor as long as the process keeps moving forward intelligently. He also provided additional
information to Council from Jeffrey McPhee of MCS of Central Washington; Michael Moore, City
resident, and President of a Safe Yakima Valley; Carmen Mendez, City resident; Anna Marie
Dufault, non-resident; and Ken Marble, City resident, spoke in support of the moratorium and
stated he is more in favor of opting out of marijuana in the City limits entirely.
Mayor Cawley closed the hearing.
The City Clerk read the resolution by title.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-142, A RESOLUTION adopting Findings of Fact supporting a six-
month moratorium, enacted October 8, 2013 pursuant to Ordinance No. 2013-048, prohibiting
acceptance and processing of applications, and issuance of land use and development permits
for, production, processing and retailing of marijuana as authorized pursuant to Initiative 502;
and authorizing the City Manager to study and develop appropriate comprehensive land use
regulations addressing such issues for consideration by the City Council; and setting public
hearing on November 5, 2013.
After Council discussion,
Ensey moved and Adkison seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by
unanimous roll call vote.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
12. Resolution authorizing Yakima Police Patrolman's Association (YPPA) Collective Bargaining
Agreement f• -- 015.
City Manag
The City CI
RESOLUTI -. 013-1 , A RE - LOTION aing and directi the City Manager to
execute a collective bargaining agreement for January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2015 with the
Yakima Police Patrolmans Association (YPPA) representing the Yakima Police Officers and
Sergeants bargaining unit.
Adkison moved and Bristol seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by
unanimous roll call vote.
13. Resolution authorizing execution of 2014-2017 CBA with IAFF LEOFF Unit (firefighters).
City Manager O'Rourke briefed Council on the contract.
The City Clerk read the resolution by title.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-144, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute a
collective bargaining agreement between the City of Yakima and the International Association of
Firefighters (IAFF) Local 469 Firefighters Unit (Firefighter through Captain) for wages, hours,
and working conditions for 2014-2017; and authorizing the City Manager to execute
amendments to the collective bargaining agreement to clarify contract language, maintain
compliance with the law, and make other minor adjustments.
Ettl moved and Adkison seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by
unanimous roll call vote.
14. Resolution authorizing execution of 2013-2015 CBA with AFSCME Transit
City Manager O'Rourke briefed Council on the contract.
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The City Clerk read the resolution by title.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-145, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager to
execute a wage and benefit package for 2013-2015 with the American Federation of State,
County and Transit Employees (AFSCME) Local 1122 representing the Municipal Employees
bargaining unit.
Coffey moved and Adkison seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by
unanimous roll call vote.
ORDINANCES
15. An ordinance establishing rates, charges, terms and conditions for domestic water system
service; amending section 7.68.250 of chapter 7.68 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code; and
providing for an effective date.
Water and Irrigation Manager Dave Brown briefed Council on the ordinance, which modifies how
the City collects rates.
The City Clerk read the resolution by title.
ORDINANCE NO. 2013-052, AN ORDINANCE establishing rates, charges, terms and
conditions for domestic water system service; amending section 7.68.250 of chapter 7.68 of the
City of Yakima Municipal Code; and providing for an effective date.
Adkison moved and Ettl seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by unanimous
roll call vote.
16. Other Busi
Council Me er Brist� : n at s �:, -r fa e relo ing to Oregon and will
be leaving h positio : s trict oun at e end of the r.
17. Adjournme
Ensey moved and Bristol seconded to adjourn. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
The meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m. to a Council Study Session on November 12, 2013 at 9:30
for Executive Session.
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YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION
November 12 2013
City Hall -- Council Chambers
9:30 a.m. Executive Session regarding Real estate or land and property acquisition 10 a.m.
Council Study Session regarding 1) Winter Homeless Shelters 2) Pit Bull / Dangerous Dog
Ordinance and 3) Transit Issues -- MINUTES
1. Roll Call
Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Maureen Adkison, Council Members
Sara Bristol, Kathy Coffey (arrived at 10:03 a.m.), Rick Ensey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover
Staff: City Manager O'Rourke and City Clerk Clear Tee
2. 9:30 a.m. Executive Session regarding Real Estate or Land and Property Acquisition
Executive Se ned a
3. 10 a.m. Wint
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shelters.
d conditions the homeless
The following people spoke in support of emergency winter homeless shelters: Ken Trainor with
Sunrise Outreach; Lisa Reinmuth, City resident; Ken Jones, City resident, Minister of the
Unitarian Church; Tim Sullivan, non-resident, with Yakima County Human Services; Erin Black,
City resident, and Executive Director of the YWCA and representative of the Homeless
Network of Yakima; David Helseth, City resident and Pastor of Englewood Christian Church;
and Bob McLaughlin, City resident and former principal at Davis High School.
After Council discussion,
Ensey moved and Bristol seconded to accept the winter homeless shelters with the
conditions listed. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
4. 10:10 a.m. Pit Bull/Dangerous Dog Ordinance
City Manager O'Rourke noted the City received a request for reconsideration of the ordinance
banning pit bulls. Codes Manager/Fire Marshall Joe Caruso briefed Council on the history of the
ordinance. City Prosecuting Attorney Cynthia Martinez reported they have 18 pit bull cases
pending, with 7 cases already closed for the year. Council Member Coffey asked how they know
a dog is a pit bull. Mr. Caruso stated Animal Control Officer Ben Zigan is recognized by the
Courts as an expert witness on the matter. Mr. Zigan explained how he can determine if a dog is
a pit bull.
Council Member Coffey asked how many dangerous dogs are on file with the Animal Control
Division. Mr. Caruso stated there are none.
The following people spoke in favor of eliminating the City of Yakima ordinance regarding the
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Breed Specific Law banning pit bulls: Becki Pascua, city resident; James Boyer, city resident;
Yvette Lippert, city resident; and Ryan Low, city resident, who provided the Council with a
proposed draft for changing the ordinance.
The following people spoke in favor of retaining the ordinance: Lynn Buchanan, City resident,
and noted he was on the Council that adopted this ordinance; Joe Willis, City resident; Doug
Robinson, non-resident, who stated his daughter Darla grew up in West Valley, moved to
California, where she rescued two pit bull dogs that attacked and killed her when she was four
months pregnant.
Council Member Ensey read a letter supporting the ordinance from Jim Keightley, City resident
and Council Member Ettl read a letter from the Yakima Police Patrolman's Association, which is
strongly in support of the existing ordinance.
Council Member Bristol asked if Animal Control had received a request regarding a pit bull as a
service dog inside City limits. Mr. Caruso stated the dog was not a pit bull; therefore, the request
wasn't necessary. After further Council discussion,
Ettl moved and Coffey seconded to hold off on making a decision to allow time to
consider the information provided at the meeting today. The motion carried by a 6-1 roll call
vote with Lover voting no.
5. 11 a.m. Yakima Transit Proposal
Acting Public Works Director Scott Schafer presented a PowerPoint presentation on Transit
routes and costs. He stated the cost savings from eliminating route 8 would be approximately
$300,000 an he flee - • • • and the eful life • • s - • • - -ars. A third of
the fleet is of -t a ` ly the � e bee • • - • • - at are already
beyond the u
Tom Hanson ith Was gt Sta 'epa' ra sortation, Pub Transportation
Division, repy o akima uter b to Ilensburg is o of the highlights of
Eastern Was .. econ • • my to P • - n. He st- - • ey are happy . help the City if they
need any additional assistance, but feels City staff has done a great job of analyzing the
situation.
The following people spoke in favor of keeping the routes as they are: Royal Schoen, City
resident; Robert Strader, City resident; Linda Sellsted, spoke on behalf of Yakima Valley Farm
Workers Clinic; Connie Yay, Clinic Director at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, who
expressed concern for their clients who utilize the bus.
After Council discussion,
Ensey moved and Lover seconded that the service to Ellensburg and other areas outside
the City limits be a complete cost recovery. The motion failed by a 5-2 roll call vote with
Ensey and Lover voting yes.
Cawley moved and Adkison seconded to approve option 2. The motion carried by a 5-2 roll
call vote with Ensey and Lover voting no.
6. Adjournment
Ensey moved and Adkison seconded to adjourn to the next Council Business meeting on
November 19, 2013 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The motion carried by unanimous
voice vote and the meeting adjourned at 12:31 p.m.
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YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
November 19 2013
City Hall -- Council Chambers
6 PM Business Meeting; 7 PM Public Hearings
BUSINESS MEETING
1. Roll Call
Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Maureen Adkison, Council Members
Sara Bristol, Kathy Coffey, Rick Ensey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover
Staff: City Manager O'Rourke, City Attorney Cutter and City Clerk Clear Tee
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Cawley led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Open Discussions for the Good of the Order
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5. Consent Agenda
Mayor Cawley referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there
were any additions or deletions from Council members or citizens 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.)
Ensey moved and Adkison seconded to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried
by a unanimous roll call vote.
A. Approval of the minutes from the October 1 and 15, 2013 City Council Business meetings
and October 8, 21 and 24, 2013 Study Sessions.
B. Final Contract Payment for Columbia Asphalt - Franklin Park Parking Lot Resurfacing
(Standard Motion V -B -Accept the project and approve the final payment)
C. Resolution authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Bell & Associates, Inc. in
an amount not to exceed $7,455 to develop and provide a Solid Waste Cost of Service
Rate Study.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-146, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute a
Professional Services Agreement with Bell & Associates, Inc. in an amount not to exceed
$7,455.00 to develop and provide a Solid Waste Cost of Service Rate Study.
D. Resolution authorizing a grant agreement with the Washington State Office of Public
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Defense to support indigent defense expenses.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-147, A RESOLUTION ratifying and approving the City Manager's
execution of a grant agreement between the City of Yakima and the Washington State Office of
Public Defense accepting the terms and conditions for the receipt of a 2014 Grant.
E. Resolution authorizing acceptance of a grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for
$25,000 toward environmental improvements related to Riparian Zone Outfall Alternatives
at the City Wastewater Treatment Facility.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-148, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to accept a
grant from the United States Fish and Wildlife Service for $25,000 toward environmental
improvements related to riparian zone outfall alternatives at the City Wastewater Treatment
Facility.
F. Resolution authorizing an Inter -local Agreement with Yakima County for reimbursement
of $80,085.55 for Greenway Trail improvements related to riparian zone outfall
alternatives at the City Wastewater Treatment Facility.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-149, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute an
Interlocal Agreement with Yakima County for reimbursement of $80,085.55, for Greenway Trail
improvements related to riparian zone outfall alternatives at the City Wastewater Treatment
Facility.
6. Audience Participation
Karl Pasten, City resident, spoke on behalf of the Yakima Trolley Association. He feels the
Trolley's should be on par with other city -owned non profit entities such as the Convention
Center and eatr: g reinv ments.k state legislators
on grant fun g an• •ul• y's s
Candie Turn
parking issu
ity Ma er regarding downtown
ns, which w answered.
Chris Pelayo, City resident, spoke as co-founder of Stop the Violence in our Communities
regarding how their organization began working with law enforcement and other agencies in the
valley in 2006. Additionally, she requested a meeting with Chief Rizzi.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. A. First Public Hearing on the proposed 2014 Revenue and Expenditure Budget for the City of
Yakima
B. Set date for a second Public Hearing on the proposed 2014 Revenue and Expenditure
Budget on December 3, 2013, after which a determination will be made on the final 2014
Budget.
City Manager O'Rourke briefed Council on the 2014 proposed budget. Council Member Lover
questioned the 50% increase in the budget for the Visitor and Convention Center. John Cooper,
CEO of the Visitor and Convention Bureau, stated the funding comes from the hotel/motel tax
and not the general fund. The allocation has remained flat for 10 years, which is why they need
an increase this year with fixed expenses they are trying to cover.
Mayor Cawley opened the public hearing, and with no one coming forward, closed the hearing.
Lover moved and Ensey seconded to decrease the budgeted amount for the Visitor and
Convention Center from 50% to 25%. The motion failed by a 5-2 roll call vote with Ensey and
Lover voting yes.
Council Member Lover asked whether we would we be able to obtain more buses if we
purchased smaller buses at a lower price. City Manager O'Rourke noted they will bring more
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information back on this issue.
Lover moved and Bristol seconded to have the Gang Free Initiative Committee fall under
the Council Public Safety Committee. The motion failed by a 5-2 roll call vote with Ensey and
Lover voting yes.
Ettl moved and Coffey seconded to televise the Gang Free Initiative Committee meetings
on YPAC, effective immediately. The motion carried by a 5-2 roll call vote with Bristol and
Cawley voting no.
Adkison moved and Ensey seconded to set December 3, 2013 as the date of a second
public hearing to consider the 2014 Budget. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
8. Public Hearing on Revenue Sources and Consideration of Legislation pertaining to Ad Valorem
Taxes to be levied for collection in Fiscal Year 2014:
Ordinance A—Declaring the City Council's intent to increase the City's 2014 regular property
tax levy up to 101% of the amount levied in the previous year, plus new construction,
annexation, and refunds.
Ordinance B—fixing and levying the 2014 ad valorem property taxes and excess levy taxes for
the City of Yakima.
Finance and Budget Director Epperson briefed Council on the ordinances. Should Council
approve the ordinance, there will be a reduction in the voted property tax levy due to the fire
bond issue pay-off in 2014.
Mayor Cawl
public heari
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speak, closed the
A. ORDINA , •. 2013-•53, AN . ' . NANCE-IdTing to the ann - property tax levy;
declaring the City Council's intent to increase the City's 2014 regular levy up to 101% along with
new construction, annexation, refunds and growth in state -assessed property values from the
amount levied the previous year.
Adkison moved and Coffey seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by a
unanimous roll call vote.
Mayor Cawley opened the public hearing, and with no one coming forward to speak, closed the
public hearing.
The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only.
B. ORDINANCE NO. 2013-054, AN ORDINANCE fixing and levying the amount of ad valorem
taxes necessary to balance estimated revenue with estimated expenditures for the 2014 Budget
for the City of Yakima.
Ensey moved and Bristol seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by a
unanimous roll call vote.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
9. 2013 3rd Quarter Strategic Plan Update.
City Manager O'Rourke briefed Council on the Strategic Plan Update. Council Members Coffey
and Ettl asked where funds have been spent from the increase in the Utility Tax. City Manager
O'Rourke stated they will prepare a report for Council on this issue.
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Adkison moved and Bristol seconded to accept the Plan. The motion carried by unanimous
roll call vote.
10. Downtown Master Plan Issues and Creation of Implementation Committee and Retail Task
Force Committee
City Manager O'Rourke briefed Council on the action steps for the Downtown Master Plan,
which begin with conceptual and design plans to have a better sense of opportunities and
challenges. Additionally, committees for the downtown project and retail group will need to be
established.
Council Member Coffey believes the retail study should be done correctly and the budget
increased to $50,000. Council members discussed adding representatives to the committees.
Council Member Ensey asked if Legal reviewed the Local Improvement District Issue. City
Attorney Cutter stated he reviewed it and believes the City can replace the parking within the
immediate vicinity.
Ettl moved and Adkison seconded to set up dual committees of the Downtown Project
Group and Retail Group. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
Coffey moved and Bristol seconded to accept the Downtown Master Plan and Action Step
Summary with the following changes: the retail marketing outreach effort budget
would be increased to $50,000 and that the short-term and long-term parking strategy and
study would include a traffic and parking study to be concurrent with the first quarter of
2014. The motion carried by a 5-2 roll call vote with Ensey and Lover voting no.
11. First readingan Or• -n .-�T�Tl:* g th= •udg City o akima; and making
appropriatio from U •p • Fund ' wit s Fun for expenditure during
2013 as not: in the ed - atta• d. • ac io q ed at this me g; second reading
scheduled D , 20 ;)
Cindy Epperson, Director of Finance and Budget, briefed Council on the ordinance.
The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only.
An Ordinance amending the 2013 budget and appropriating funds for expenditures was read by
title only and laid on the table until December 3, 2013 for a second reading.
AN ORDINANCE amending the 2013 budget for the City of Yakima; and making appropriations
from Unappropriated Fund Balances within the Parks and Recreation Fund - 131, and Police
Grants Fund - 152 for expenditure during 2013 to provide for increased usage of Parks facilities
and programs; and enhanced drug enforcement efforts by the Yakima Police Department.
12. Other Business
A. Council replacement process.
Mayor Cawley confirmed Council Member Bristol would be leaving the District 2 Council position
at the end of the year. City Attorney Cutter stated the Council is authorized by the City Charter to
nominate/appoint an individual from District 2 to replace the Council Member that is leaving.
How they make the selection or appointment is up to the Council to decide.
Lover moved and Ettl seconded to use the same process used in the past. The motion
carried by unanimous roll call vote.
It was Council consensus to open the application process now through December 31, 2013.
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B. Other Business
Assistant Mayor Adkison stated she would like to amend her previous position regarding
recreational use of marijuana in the City of Yakima. Assistant Mayor Adkison stated she has
thought long and hard about this after her last vote. With her work on the GFI Committee, she
thinks the legalization of marijuana will make it easier for kids to get it. Her other consideration is
that the City is accepting the state's approval in the face of the fact that the federal government
still considers this a crime.
Adkison moved and Ettl seconded that we prohibit the use, sale, growth and processing
of marijuana in the City of Yakima and have staff prepare that legislation. The motion
carried by a 4-3 roll call vote with Cawley, Bristol and Coffey voting no.
City Attorney Cutter asked Council if the City should respond to the request from the Attorney
General for comments in accord with this vote.
Ettl moved and Lover seconded to have our City Legal Department send written
comments to the Attorney General's Office on this matter. The motion carried by a 4-3 roll
call vote with Bristol, Cawley and Coffey voting no.
C. Other Business
Council Member Ettl distributed a copy of his December 12, 2011 memo to Council
regarding the increase of utility tax money for public safety and requested an accounting of
those funds. Finance and Budget Director Epperson stated the funds have been spent on public
safety. City - i - • er O'Ro . . - ated they wi • rovide a cost acc• . i i : • i e funds.
13. Adjournme
Ensey mov and A' is • ed t• • • T carrie •y unanimous voice
vote. The m ting ad' rn at 8:- •.m. . - - cil udy Session • November 26, 2013 at
10 a.m.
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YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION
November 26 2013
City Hall -- Council Chambers
10 a.m. Study Session regarding Mill Site Issues
1. Roll Call
Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Maureen Adkison, Council Members
Sara Bristol, Kathy Coffey, Rick Ensey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover
Staff: City Manager O'Rourke and City Clerk Clear Tee
2. Cascade Mill Redevelopment Project Task and Status Report
City Manager O'Rourke briefed Council on what will be covered in today's meeting and
introduced the panel.
Gary Ekstedt oun -r, press -d a P. ing the 1-82
interchange • ject, n• g ;t Loch Inc. - ired both the City d County for this
project. Stev: ewis of •c - cus • traffi - • - s stud eing conducted and
stated some ues the it work . - 'eth: • - • ate th isitor Center and the
Park and Rid
Mr. Ekstedt noted after analysis the next step will be to go back to the Technical Review
Committee in early December to vet the analysis and come up with a recommendation, which
will then go to the Executive Committee for approval.
Jim Justin, Olympia lobbyist for the City of Yakima, presented an update and his thoughts on the
State Transportation Committee and the possible effect on this project.
Mr. Ekstedt indicated they will be scheduling a NEPA forum and neighborhood meetings as
there are several issues that need to be addressed. Strategic Projects Manager Joan Davenport
discussed the significant waste issues on the site and noted the City just received the analysis
from Landau for the Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment of the former mill property and
plywood plant site.
Mayor Cawley opened the meeting for audience comments with no one coming forward to
speak. Mayor Cawley thanked everyone for their efforts on this project.
3. Adjournment
Ensey moved and Adkison seconded to adjourn to the next Council Business Meeting on
December 3, 2013 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The motion carried by unanimous
voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 11:22 a.m.
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YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL
December 3 2013
City Hall -- Council Chambers
6 p.m. Business Meeting; 7 p.m. Public Hearing -- DRAFT ACTION MINUTES
BUSINESS MEETING
1. Roll Call
Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Maureen Adkison, Council Members
Sara Bristol, Kathy Coffey, Rick Ensey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover
Staff: City Manager O'Rourke, City Attorney Cutter and City Clerk Clear Tee
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Cawley led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Newly Elected Process
A. Admi to - J
City Clerk C
4. Open Disc
A. Pres- - . recog ions/int . • ions
i. Council Recognition of Joe Mann
Mayor Cawley recognized and presented citizen Joe Mann with a City Apple Award for his
commitment and service to the City of Yakima. Joe Mann accepted the award and stated he
absolutely loves living in Yakima and continually strives to make Yakima a better place to live.
ii. Introduction of Municipal Court Commissioner Martin Dixon.
oodarnd Olwell.
Judge Olwell introduced Municipal Court Commissioner Martin Dixon.
5. Council Reports
6. Consent Agenda
Mayor Cawley referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there
were any additions or deletions from Council members or citizens 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.)
Adkison moved and Ensey seconded to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried
by a unanimous roll call vote.
A. 2013 3rd Quarter Capital Improvement Projects Report.
B. Final Contract Payment for Paragon Northwest, LLC - William 0 Douglas Powerhouse
Trail Connector (Standard Motion V -B -Accept the project and approve the final payment)
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C. Final Contract Payment for Granite Construction, Inc. - Project AS2272 Nob Hill Blvd 49th
- 64th Ave. (Standard Motion V -B — Accept the project and approve the final payment).
D. Resolution accepting and authorizing the City of Yakima's 2014 assessment from the
Yakima Valley Conference of Governments.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-150, A RESOLUTION accepting the 2014 Yakima Valley
Conference of Governments Budget and authorizing the City of Yakima's 2014 assessment.
E. Second reading of an Ordinance amending the 2013 budget for the City of Yakima; and
making appropriations from Unappropriated Fund Balances within various Funds for
expenditure during 2013 as noted in the schedule attached.
ORDINANCE NO. 2013-055, AN ORDINANCE amending the 2013 budget for the City of
Yakima; and making appropriations from Unappropriated Fund Balances within the Parks and
Recreation Fund - 131, and Police Grants Fund - 152 for expenditure during 2013 to provide for
increased usage of Parks facilities and programs; and enhanced drug enforcement efforts by the
Yakima Police Department.
7. Audience Participation
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. A. Final Public Hearing on the proposed 2014 Revenue and Expenditure Budget for the City of
Yakima, and; B. Ordinance adopting a budget for the City of Yakima for 2014.
Cindy Eppe
Manager O'
Mayor Cawl
Karl Pasten, v -sident, •oke on : - - f of Yaki
from the 2014 budget for the trolley system.
Iley Trolleys. Fill requested funding
Bob Bieren, City resident, spoke in opposition of taking parking away in the downtown area and
asked where the funds are coming from to take care of the roads.
With no other speakers coming forward, Mayor Cawley closed the public hearing.
Assistant Mayor Adkison feels the budget is responsible and noted several budget adjustments
were made in order to work on the City's roads. Council Member Bristol agreed it is very easy to
understand the budget and appreciates how staff has presented it. She asked what the City is
doing regarding budgeting for the trolleys. City Manager O'Rourke stated City lobbyist Jim
Justin is seeking state funding for the trolleys.
Adkison moved and Bristol seconded to pass the ordinance.
Lover moved and Ensey seconded to amend the motion and transfer $200,000 to Yakima
Valley Trolleys for seed money from the funds to upgrade city hall. The motion failed by a
4-3 roll call vote with Cawley, Coffey, Ettl and Adkison voting no.
City Manager O'Rourke noted the upgrades to City Hall include ADA front doors, an ADA
counter in the lobby, painting, and carpeting.
Ettl moved and Bristol seconded to amend the original motion by amending the budget
and taking $100,000 from reserves to demonstrate the City's commitment to Yakima
Valley Trolleys and to strengthen lobbyist Justin's position on requesting the legislature
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to meet the City halfway on funding. The motion to amend carried by a unanimous roll call
vote.
Mayor Cawley noted it has been moved and seconded to pass the budget as amended.
The motion to pass the ordinance carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Finance and Budget Director Epperson asked for clarification as to whether we are adding
$100,000 to the general fund then showing we are using reserves or keeping it as is and trying
to reduce the budget by $100,000. Mayor Cawley stated the motion was to take from reserves
and add to the general fund.
Assistant Mayor Adkison and Council Member Coffey requested quarterly reports from the
Trolley Association on grants and to see how the funds are spent.
Council Member Coffey wanted on record her opposition to using the general budget to have a
bond for streets. Council Member Ettl asked City Manager O'Rourke to explain how we have the
money now for roads when we haven't in the past. Mr. O'Rourke summed it up with one word
"priority." As reflected in the Citizen Survey and Council's Strategic Plan, those were the orders
to come back and the citizens put a premium on investment in capital infrastructures. There
were savings in other areas, reduced health care costs, employee costs and legacy expenses,
which were put towards the City's roads from existing funds.
The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only.
ORDINANCE NO. 2013-056, AN ORDINANCE adopting a budget for the City of Yakima,
Washington, for the year 2014; and making appropriations for estimated expenditures.
CITY MAN
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n the quarter! eport.
10. Other Business
A. Memo from Codes Manager/Fire Marshall Caruso and additional information re the Breed
Specific Law received on November 13, 2013 and distributed at November 12, 2013
Council Study Session.
City Manager O'Rourke noted Council has a study session on this issue and did not find any
evidence that necessitates lifting the ban. Joe Caruso, Codes Manager/Fire Marshal, stated his
concern that if the City were to lift the ban it would allow dogs a "free bite." Additionally, between
Animal Control and Public Safety, there are a lot of personnel that work on the front lines in the
field and he is very concerned about their safety.
The following citizens spoke in favor of lifting the ban on pit bull dogs:
Candie Turner, City resident; Richard Lewis, non-resident, who also provided a letter from the
American Kennel Club; Richard Gonzales, City resident; James Boyer, City resident; Robin
Smart, City resident; Marilyn Brown, City resident; Becky Pascua, City resident; and Michele (did
not state her last name), City resident.
Lynn Buchanan, City resident, spoke in favor of the ban and noted this specific law was
requested by the citizens of this city who voted it in.
Council Member Bristol stated she is concerned about the information Council has been
provided from staff and feels it has been very one-sided. Council Member Coffey agreed.
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Council Member Ettl noted his frustration with the way the meeting is being handled with
audience disruptions. This issue is about managing risk for employees and citizens and he
spoke in favor of keeping the ordinance.
Adkison moved and Ettl seconded that we do not overturn the ordinance. The motion
carried by a 6-1 roll call vote with Coffey voting no.
Bristol moved and Coffey seconded that Council direct staff to return with more
information, in particular what other cities do regarding dangerous dog ordinances that
do not have Breed Specific Laws, also, information on other cities who have overturned
Breed Specific Laws and what their rationale and replacement strategy was, further,
regardless of the pit bull issue, look at licensing fee differentials for animals that are
spayed and neutered, as well as having a full review of any ordinances or policies
regarding our animal control efforts and whether Animal Control Officers have
suggestions for ways to help them deal with dangerous dogs that we may not currently
have in our ordinances. The motion carried by a 5-2 roll call vote with Cawley and Ensey
voting no.
11. Adjournment
Ensey moved and Bristol seconded to adjourn. The motion carried by a unanimous voice
vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m. to the next Council Business meeting on December
10, 2013 at 10 a.m.
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December 10 2013
City Hall -- Council Chambers
10 a.m. Business Meeting
BUSINESS MEETING
1. Roll Call
Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Maureen Adkison, Council Members
Sara Bristol, Kathy Coffey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover
Staff: City Manager O'Rourke, City Attorney Cutter and City Clerk Clear Tee
Absent: Council Member Rick Ensey (excused)
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Cawley led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Open Disc
A. Pres
Mayo awley d ate p am - • • t e agenda. H roclaimed
Dece - - Ho less • Memo . Anita Mono accepted and thanked
Council for the proclamation and encouraged the community to attend their 9th Annual
Event on December 21 at 4:00 p.m. at the Millennium Plaza for a lighting ceremony. They
will be honoring six homeless people who died this year and they are thankful the number
was much lower than in previous years. She also recognized recently departed Dale
Carpenter for his help in assisting the homeless. Don Hinman also thanked the Council
and staff for their help with the homeless situation.
i. Proclamation of appreciation for Council Member Sara Bristol.
Mayor Cawley moved this item to other business.
ii. Recognition of James (Jamie) Day for 30 Years of Service
Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor Marc Cawley recognized Jamie Day for his 30 years of
service to the City. Mr. Day stated it is an honor and a joy to work for the City of Yakima.
iii. Recognition of Yakima Police Officer Joe Deccio
Captain Greg Copeland introduced Officer Deccio and explained the work Mr. Deccio has
accomplished in working with a new program that automates reports and tickets for officers.
Working with the State, he was able to obtain 121 units at no cost to the City, which saved over
$80,000. Mayor Cawley presented Officer Joe Deccio with a City Apple Award for his work on
behalf of the City.
iv. Recognition of City Employee Cindy Thomas-Njai
City Prosecuting Attorney Cynthia Martinez introduced Cindy Thomas-Njai and explained why
she is receiving the award. Mayor Cawley presented Ms. Thomas-Njai with a City Apple Award
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for her work on behalf of the City.
4. Council Reports
None.
5. Consent Agenda
Mayor Cawley referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there
were any additions or deletions from Council members or citizens present. The following item
was added to the consent agenda:
Item 8 -- Washington State Auditor's Office Accountability Audit Report.
Discussion ensued regarding the write-off of uncollectable accounts. Finance and Budget
Director Epperson stated these accounts are written off six years after attempts by the City and
a collection agency were unsuccessful.
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.)
Adkison moved and Bristol seconded to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried
by a unanimous roll call vote with Ensey absent.
A. 3rd Quarter 2013 Financial Trend Monitoring report
B. Resolution announcin• Council Business Meetin schedule for 2014
RESOLUTI NO. 01 51, A ' SOL ado ing the City C ncil 2014 regular
business m
C. Resol on aut izi a Si s p• tw�n the City of ima and y the Yakima
Polic= ea e fort tion,.a ment, and ma enance b YPAL of the
Miller - - • ctivities enter
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-152, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager of
the City of Yakima to execute a Site Use Contract between the City of Yakima and the Yakima
Police Activities League for the operation, management, and maintenance by YPAL of the Miller
Park Activities Center.
D. Resolution authorizing an Agreement with the Washington State Recreation and
Conservation Office for a grant of $1,300,000 for improvements related to riparian zone
outfall alternatives at the City of Yakima Wastewater Treatment Facility
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-153, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute an
Agreement with the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office for a grant of
$1,300,000 for improvements related to riparian zone outfall alternatives at the City of Yakima
Wastewater Treatment Facility.
E. Resolution approving the Soccer Complex Lease agreement between the City of Yakima
and the Harriet I. Perry Trust (J.M. Perry)
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-154, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute a
Lease Agreement between the Harriet I. Perry Trust and City of Yakima regarding the J.M. Perry
Soccer Complex.
F. Resolution authorizing an agreement with Yakima Youth Soccer Association (YYSA) for
the Operation of the J. M. Perry Soccer Complex
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-155, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute a
Soccer Field Use Agreement with Yakima Youth Soccer Association concerning use of the J.M.
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Perry Soccer Complex.
G. Resolution concerning City of Yakima Management Group pay and compensation,
cancelling the annual Management Group employee's pay and compensation adjustment
provided by YMC 2.20.116 for management employee compensation, effective for the
calendar year 2014, as provided in YMC 2.20.116 (C).
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-156, A RESOLUTION concerning City of Yakima Management
Group pay and compensation, cancelling the annual Management Group employee's pay and
compensation adjustment provided by YMC 2.20.116 for management employee compensation,
effective for the calendar year 2014, as provided in YMC 2.20.116 (C).
H. Resolution authorizing certain uncollectable central accounts receivables to be written off
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-157, A RESOLUTION authorizing the write-off of certain
uncollectable central accounts receivables for the City of Yakima.
I. Resolution authorizing the write off of certain uncollectable delinquent utility accounts
receivable funds for the City of Yakima
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-158, A RESOLUTION Authorizing the write-off of certain
uncollectable accounts receivable by the utility funds of the City of Yakima.
J. Resolution authorizing certain parking citations to be written off
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013-159, A RESOLUTION Authorizing the write-off of certain
uncollectable parking citations and penalties for the City of Yakima.
K. Ordinance extendin• Cable Communications System Franchise Term
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L. Washington State Auditor's 2012 Accountability Audit Report for the City of Yakima
6. Audience Participation
John Crimin, City resident, spoke about issues with parking enforcement on Naches Avenue in
front of the YWCA. He stated he received a parking ticket, which was then dismissed by the
Courts. He suggested the City look at these issues when preparing the parking study.
Ron King, City resident, related an incident with his utility bill. He stated James Dean, the Utility
supervisor, did an excellent job in resolving his issue; however, he thinks the City Council should
look at the minimum charges related to water as he does not want to pay for water he didn't
use.
Finance and Budget Director Epperson noted the charge is for capital costs that is invested into
the system. City Manager O'Rourke stated this is a capital infrastructure fee and is uniform with
other utility agencies.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
7. 2014 Business Plan
City Manager O'Rourke noted the 2014 Business Plan distributed to Council today is a draft and
no action is necessary at this time. This plan will be finalized and brought back to Council in
January for discussion.
8. Other Business
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A. Council Member Lover stated at the next Council meeting he will make a motion that the
Downtown Plaza be placed on the ballot for a citizen advisory vote. He would like Council
members to think about his suggestion in order to have a full discussion on this at the next
meeting. Mayor Cawley noted an advisory vote would be non-binding. City Manager O'Rourke
stated this could be included as a question on the next citizen survey. Council Member Coffey
requested the verbatim motion from the last meeting related to what was approved for the
Downtown Master Plan.
B. Mayor Cawley read a proclamation of commendation and appreciation for Council Member
Sara Bristol. Council Member Bristol accepted the proclamation and thanked Council Members
and the community for their support.
9. Adjournment
Bristol moved and Ettl seconded to adjourn to the next Council Business meeting on
January 7, 2014 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The motion carried by unanimous roll call
vote. The meeting adjourned at 10:55 a.m.
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