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Home My WebLink About02/19/2008 Business Meeting 13,9 BUSINESS MEETING FEBRUARY 19, 2008 — 5:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL 1. Roll Cali Present: Council: Mayor Dave Edler, presiding, Assistant Mayor Micah Cawley, Council Members Kathy Coffey, Rick Ensey, Norm Johnson, Bill Lover and Neil McClure Staff: City Manager Zais, City Attorney Paolella and City Clerk Moore 2. Executive Session -- Prospective Litigation; Receive and evaluate complaint against a public officer The Executive Session was held and adjourned at 5:55 p.m. 6:00 P.M. — PUBLIC SESSION 1. Roll Call Present: Council: Mayor Dave Edler, presiding, Assistant Mayor Micah Cawley, Council Members Kathy Coffey, Rick Ensey, Norm Johnson, Bill Lover and Neil McClure Staff: City Manager Zais, City Attorney Paolella and City Clerk Moore 2. Invocation /Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Edler gave an invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Open Discussion for the Good of the Order A. Proclamations B. Special presentations / recognitions • Assistant Mayor Cawley introduced David Roederer, Vice President and Market Manager of Archway Broadcasting, who will be starting a new • business in Yakima. • Mayor Edler introduced Caroline Wenker from West Valley High School • and Dusan Llic from Selah High School who were job shadowing the Mayor. Mr. Ilic is an exchange student from the Republic of Serbia. • Assistant City Manager Dave Zabell and Water and Irrigation Manager Dave Brown recognized Alvie Maxey Sr., Water Distribution Supervisor, who is retiring from the City. Mr. Maxey was presented a plaque for 32 years of service. • Although he was not present, it was noted that Officer Mel Light was retiring from the Police force after 27 years of service. C. Status report on prior meeting's citizen service requests — None D. Appointments to Boards and Commissions - None 140 FEBRUARY 19, 2008 4. Consent agenda Mayor Edier referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from either Council members or citizens present. Item No. 7 was added to the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. CAWLEY 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. Council Minutes • Business Meeting, January 15, 2008 *B. Council Committee Meeting Reports • Public Safety Committee — February 6, 2008 • Economic Development Committee — February 6, 2008 5. Audience Participation Lynne Kittelson, 305 N. 9 Street, referred to the ordinance banning parking cars on front lawns and noted it does not address side yards on corner lots. She listed a number of locations where she has observed this problem. Mrs. Kittelson also expressed concern about a recent article in the Yakima Herald on the ordinance and how it could be the first step in trying to get the ordinance repealed. She is in support of the ordinance and emphasized, for the public's benefit, that the Code Department is complaint driven, not selective enforcement as had been suggested. She also suggested that code enforcement officers, while they are driving around on other business, begin writing citations and warnings to those not complying with the ordinance. Matthew Lundstrom, 1306 S. 8 Street, suggested running bus routes #1 and #8 on Sundays to assist citizens, especially the disabled and elderly, who attend church. Council advised the subject would be discussed in a future Transit Committee meeting. Sandy Massong - Lloyd, 5501 W. Arlington, had various concerns about issues on West Arlington, including street conditions, speed control, snow removal, and a barbed wire fence along the roadway. Debbie Smith, 904 Wilson Lane, advised that she is a care provider whose car was on the front page of the Yakima Herald newspaper regarding the ordinance banning parking on front lawns. She said some of her clients were unable to walk to her car if she parked on the street or in a driveway. Council Member McClure clarified that the provisions of the ordinance are that you can drive onto the lawn to wash the car or to pick up people. 2 x:41 FEBRUARY 19, 2008 Ralph Call, 2608 W. Chestnut Avenue, suggested there be standards established as to how much lot coverage can be prepared for parking as well as what kind of material and borders should be allowed. He also recommended that police officers cite violators of the ordinance as they are patrolling neighborhoods. Reverend Everhart thanked Council and staff for their response to his request to include a requirement in public works contracts that contractors hire citizens living in the area to perform the service. 7: 00 P.M. -- PUBLIC HEARINGS / MEETINGS 6. Joint City and County Closed Record Public Hearing regarding the Urban Area Critical Areas Ordinance and consideration of legislation enacting any amendments deemed appropriate Note: The Board of County Commissioners did not participate in the public hearing because they have already adopted a critical areas ordinance for the County. Bill Cook, Community and Economic Development Director, outlined the proposed amendments to the City's current Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO). The City's current Critical Area Ordinance was adopted in 1998 and was required to be updated by the end of 2007. The reasons for being late have been explained at previous meetings and relate to joining with the County to utilize "best available science," sharing costs, and public hearing schedules. On January 30, 2008, the Regional Planning Commission (RPC) adopted the recommendations submitted here. Assistant Planner Jeff Peters summarized how the proposed ordinance differs from the current ordinance. He also discussed the RPC process. He explained that the effective date of the Critical Areas Ordinance has been delayed until the non- conforming chapter of the Zoning Ordinance is updated. Council was assured that, according to CTED, as long as we adopt the CAO with an effective date in the future, it is sufficient. John Hodkinson, Regional Planning Commission Chair, was available for questions. • Mayor Edler opened the public hearing Catherine Reed, representing the Washington State Department of Ecology, commented on the ordinance and addressed the issue of protective buffers. She confirmed that best available science was generally used. She went on to describe the need for buffers with regard to waterways and wetlands for purposes of wildlife use. She said that, although the DOE would like to see bigger buffers, the document is "not far off the mark." Joe Walsh, Central Washington Home Builders Association, asked for clarification on specifics relating to the impact of required buffers on development. • Mayor Edler closed the public hearing 3 142 FEBRUARY 19, 2008 Council Member McClure asked for, and received, clarification on buffer mitigation. The City Clerk read the ordinance by title; McCLURE MOVED AND CAWLEY SECONDED TO APPROVED WITH THE EXEMPTIONS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR INCLUSION AND AMENDMENT. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 2008 -04, AN ORDINANCE related to land use and planning; adopting by reference a complete revision to the City of Yakima Critical Areas Ordinance, Chapter 15.27 of the Yakima Urban Area Zoning Ordinance; repealing the existing City of Yakima Critical Areas Ordinance, Chapter 15.27 of the Yakima Urban Area Zoning Ordinance, in its entirety; and establishing an effective date for said adoption and repeal CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS *7. Consideration of a Resolution authorizing execution of a professional services agreement with GVA Kidder Mathews to conduct an expansion feasibility study at the Yakima Center RESOLUTION NO. R -2008- 31, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute a Professional Services Agreement with GVA Kidder Mathews, together with additional and appropriate documents necessary to conduct a Yakima Center Expansion Feasibility Study. *8. Consideration of acceptance of City's Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) plan The Commute Trip Reduction plan was accepted. *9. Consideration of a Resolution modifying the City Treasurer's petty cash and change funds (Resolution R- 2006 -34 adopted March 7, 2006) RESOLUTION NO. R- 2008 -32, A RESOLUTION amending Resolution No. R -2006- 34, adopted March 7,2006 and authorizing the existence of Change Funds, and other Petty Cash Funds, within the various Funds of the City of Yakima. *10. Consideration of a Resolution authorizing the Finance Director to certify adjustments of storm and surface water billings to the Yakima County Treasurer RESOLUTION NO. R- 2008 -33, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Finance Director for the City of Yakima to certify adjustments of Storm and Surface Water Billings to the Yakima County Treasurer. *11. Consideration of Resolution authorizing and approving 3 and 4 quarter 2007 claims activity RESOLUTION NO. R- 2008 -34, A RESOLUTION accepting and approving the 3rd and 4 Quarter 2007 Claim Report for the City of Yakima 4 14.3 FEBRUARY 19, 2008 *12. Consideration of a Resolution authorizing the execution of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Yakima and Yakima County Fire Protection District No. 12 RESOLUTION NO. R- 2008 -35, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Yakima and Yakima County Fire Protection District No. 12. *13. Consideration of Resolutions authorizing execution of professional service agreements for geriatric footcare services at the Harman Center during 2008 with: A. Rosemary Bonsen, R.N. RESOLUTION NO: R -2008- 36, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute a "Geriatric Footcare Services Agreement" with Rosemary Bonsen, R.N., to provide footcare services at the Harman Center. B. Melanie Marvel, R.N. RESOLUTION NO. R- 2008 -37, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute a "Geriatric Footcare Services Agreement" with Melanie Marvel, R.N., to provide footcare services at the Harman Center. *14. Consideration of a Resolution authorizing execution of an agreement with Seasons Performance Hall for a 2008 Music Education Program for Yakima School District students RESOLUTION NO. R- 2008 -38, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute an agreement between the City of Yakima and Seasons Music Hall, to provide a music education program for Yakima School District youth. *15. Consideration of Final Contract Payment for West Nob Hill Boulevard Project #2012, #2189 and #2193 (Adopt Standard Motion V -8 — accept project; and approve final payment) The report from the City Engineer, dated February 6, 2008, with respect to the completion of the work on the Nob Hill Boulevard widening and reconstruction projects, South 74 Avenue to South 80` Avenue, performed by Superior Paving Company, was approved, the work accepted and payment of the final estimates as therein set forth was authorized. 5 144 FEBRUARY 19, 2008 *16. Set Date of Public Hearings for March 4, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. for: A. West Powerhouse III Annexation March 4, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. was set as the date of public hearing to consider the West Powerhouse III Annexation. B. Sullivan Rowell Annexation March 4, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. was set as the date of public hearing to consider the Sullivan Rowell Annexation. *17. Set date for a Joint Board Closed Record Public Hearing for March 18, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. to consider the Hearing Examiner's recommendation for changes in land uses (rezones) and the concurrent Regional Planning Commission's recommendation for amendments to the City's Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use map • March 18, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. was set as the date of closed record public hearing to consider the Hearing Examiner's recommendation for changes in land uses (rezones) and the concurrent Regional Planning Commission's recommendation for amendments to the City's Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use map. ORDINANCES • *18. Consideration of an Ordinance accepting the Hearing Examiner's recommendation to approve a rezone for River Pointe Landing, LLC in the vicinity of 1439 North 16 Avenue ORDINANCE NO. 2008 -05, AN ORDINANCE relating to land use regulation and zoning; rezoning, with conditions, fifteen parcels of property located in the vicinity of 1439 N 16 Avenue, Yakima, Washington from Light Industrial (M -1) and Professional Business (B -1) to Large Convenience Center (LCC) as more fully described herein; and approving, with conditions, the recommendation of the Hearing Examiner for the City of Yakima regarding the same; River Pointe Landing, LLC being identified as the applicant herein. *19. Consideration of legislation regarding a Police Training Program: A. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute contracts for police training services; and RESOLUTION NO. R- 2008 -39, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute contracts for police training services. B. First reading of an Ordinance amending the 2008 budget and making • appropriations in the 000 - General Fund, Police Department (no action required at this meeting; second reading scheduled 3 - 4 - 08) 6 145 FEBRUARY 19, 2008 An Ordinance amending the 2008 budget and appropriating funds for police training professional services, was read by title only, and laid on the table until March 4, 2008 for a second reading. 20. Other Business • Council Member McClure advised we will begin televising meetings of the five Council Committees that meet on a monthly basis. • City Manager Zais gave an update on bills that are pending in the legislature and discussed the State funding shortages that will directly affect our project requests. 21. Adjournment CAWLEY MOVED AND McCLURE SECONDED TO ADJOURN. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE B Lrii iii ilArt , COU ■ ` 417r �� 1 ATE pi, Q`j,OL .-dk . 0 NCIL MEMBER DATE ATTEST: /-/ CITY CLERK v DAVID EDLER, MAYOR Minutes prepared by Linda Watkins. A CD and DVD of this meeting are available in the City Clerk's Office 7