HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/19/1989 Business Meeting 264
SEPTEMBER 19, 1989
BUSINESS MEETING
1. ROLL CALL
The City Council met in session on this date at 2:00 P.M. in
the Council Chambers of City Hall, Yakima, Washington.
Mayor Pat Berndt, presiding; Council members Clarence
Barnett, Henry Beauchamp, Lynn Buchanan, Lynn Carmichael,
Jerry Foy and Bernard Sims present on roll call. City
Manager Zais, City Attorney Vanek, City Clerk Roberts and
Deputy City Clerk Toney also present.
2. INVOCATION
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council member
Buchanan.
3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
Mayor Berndt reported that she, `John Hanson, County
Commissioner Chuck Klarich, Sheriff Doug Blair and
Prosecuting Attorney Jeff Sullivan testified before the
House last week regarding revenue options for law
enforcement. She asked if there is a consensus of the
Council to have City Manager Zais schedule a meeting with
the'County officials to determine exactly what Yakima is
requesting of the State Legislature in the form of a law
enforcement package. Also included in that meeting will be
Representative Shirley Doty as she had made a request to the
legislature on the County's behalf. It was a consensus of
the Council that City Manager Zais schedule the meeting as
mentioned by Mayor Berndt.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Berndt referred to the items placed on the Consent
Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or
deletions from either Council members or citizens present.
The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda items, including
resolutions and ordinances by title. Item No. 16 was
removed at the request of Council member Barnett. It was
MOVED BY CARMICHAEL, SECONDED BY SIMS, THAT THE CONSENT
AGENDA, AS READ, BE PASSED. Unanimously carried by roll
call vote. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk
( *) indicate items on the Consent Agenda handled under one
motion without further discussion.)
*5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 5,
1989
The Council minutes of September 5, 1989 were approved,
having been duly certified accurate by two Council members
and no one present wishing to have said minutes read
publicly.
6. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Charles Kriz, 5708 Bitterroot Lane, referred to the $400,000
appropriated to the SunDome project during the September 12,
1989 Council meeting, and stated it is his opinion that this
action implies that funding for the SunDome parking lot is
more important than funding to fight the City's drug
problems. He further commented on the expenditures of the
Drug Coalition, asking the Mayor to give an account for each
line item. City Manager Zais asked Mr. Kriz to submit his
questions regarding the expenditures in written form to the
Director of the Coaliton for the War on Drugs. Mayor Berndt
indicated she and Director Frank Glaspey would be happy to
meet with Mr. Kriz and respond to his inquiries.
AAD /1
SEPTEMBER 19, 1989 2 6 J
7. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION REGARDING HAZARDOUS VEGETATION
AND DEBRIS PROGRAM
Code Enforcement Manager Shampine stated he knows of no one
present to protest this action or speak to the issue.
Resolution. No. D -5636 having been read by title, it was
MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN, THAT THE RESOLUTION BE
ADOPTED. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
RESOLUTION NO. D -5636, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Code
Administration Manager to clear certain weedy lots.
8. CONSIDERATION OF PETITION FOR STREET TREE PLANTING CUTOUTS
AND IRRIGATION SYSTEM ON TIETON DRIVE
City Engineer Whitcher explained that staff received a
petition from the citizens on the south side of Tieton
Drive (between 16th and 32nd Avenue) requesting that the
City construct cut -outs for future tree plantings and
install an irrigation system to water the trees. Mr.
Whitcher stated his staff report includes comments from
other city departments that would be impacted if Council
approves this request. Mayor Berndt asked what would the
cost of the project be if the residents are willing to water
the trees themselves versus. the City installing an
irrigation system ?. Mr. Whitcher stated the cost for
constructing the cut -outs would be about $2,000, whereas the
cut-outs and the irrigation system would cost about $25,000
to $30,000. He pointed out that -neither option (in the
report) includes trees and estimated an additional $20,000
would be needed if the trees are to be included. Council
member Carmichael expressed concern about the tree
planting's which have not been maintained along Washington
and Summitview Avenues, inquiring how much is being spent to
repair sidewalks damaged by protruding tree root systems?
Mr. Whitcher replied that he does not have the answers for
• those specific questions, but commented that the City does
have some successful tree plantings such as the one on Third
Street across from the library. However, he pointed out that
the sidewalk in that area is twelve to fifteen feet wide,
with the trees planted four feet back from the curb. Mr.
Whitcher stated the planting of trees along Tieton Drive may
not be that successful because the sidewalks are not that
wide. He further commented that the Parks Department does
not have the staff or personnel to properly maintain the
trees on a yearly basis and that is why the trees are not
successful in some areas of the City. Council member Foy
pointed out that some of the trees create a clear view
problem in various locations around the City and cautioned
about creating more clear view problems on Tieton Drive.
Council member Buchanan interjected that that is why care
must be taken in the selection of the trees and suggested an
expert be consulted in the tree selection. Council member
Carmichael asked if the City will be reimbursing the
citizens for any landscaping that cannot be salvaged, and
Mr. Whitcher responded that no provisions have been made in
that regard. In response to Council member Carmichael's
inquiry about the size of the sidewalk and the cut -outs, Mr.
Whitcher explained that the cut -outs would be approximately
2 1/2 feet by 3 1/2 feet (one half of the seven foot joint
spacing of the sidewalk). -
Paul Schafer, 2606 Tieton Drive, presented the petition and
commented that he has appreciated the helpful and
professional attitude of Dennis Whitcher and Mark Anderson,
both of whom assisted him with this project. Mr. Schafer
spoke in favor of the tree plantings on the basis of
safety, neighborhood, community and the greenhouse theory of
President Bush. Mr. Schafer stated the Nob Hill Parent
Teacher Student Association (PTSA) and the Franklin Middle
School PTSA are supportive of the project on the basis of
AAD /2
2 6 6 SEPTEMBER 19, 1989
safety. He stated the telephone poles currently form a
visual barrier between the street traffic and sidewalk and
he believes the trees will enhance that visual barrier to
the benefit of the pedestrians. Council member Beauchamp
stated he thinks the trees will create a problem for people
attempting to back out of the sloping driveways onto Tieton
Drive. Mr. Schafer stated one of the petitioners has that
.type of situation, however, he did not indicate that it
presents a problem for him. He referred to the petition,
stating of the forty -three affected properties,'thi:rty -one
signed the petition; five were opposed; six were not home;
and one did not respond. Mr. Schafer stated the neighbors
also believe the tree plantings will enhance the appearance
of the homes, stabilize the property values, give a distinct
of sense of separation between the traffic and the
residential neighborhood, and increase a neighborhood
feeling, thereby decreasing the crime rate. Council member
Foy asked Mr. Schafet if he had inquired of the residents
if they would be willing to participate in a Local
Improvement District (L.I.D.) for this unanticipated cost to
the project? Mr. Foy stated a previous request was made by
residents on Browne Avenue for street and sidewalk repairs
and Council made a commitment to those residents to consider
that request. He suggested that Mr. Shcafer meet with
those residents on Tieton Drive, asking them to consider a
50/50 L.I.D. for the cost of the irrigation and the cut-
outs for the trees. Mr. Schafer stated this type of
arrangement was not discussed and he would have to meet
with the residents before responding to that question.
Council member Foy emphasized that this petition represents
additional costs to the sidewalk project and funding is
already limited. Council member Sims stated the Tieton
Drive sidewalk project was made possible due to the savings
from the Nob Hill Boulevard reconstruction project. He
asked about the amount of funds remaining from that project
and Mr. Covell responded that all of the savings from the
Nob Hill reconstruction project has been reallocated. City
Manager Zais further explained that about a year- and -a -half
ago there was a surplus of $600,000, however, that money has
since been obligated for other projects. Council member
Sims pointed out that the 50/50 L.I.D. project would cost
the residents approximately $650 per lot. Council member
Foy asked if the 50/50 L.I.D. would delay of the project and
Mr. Covell stated it would delay the project until next
summer. Mayor Berndt commented if the homeowners would be
willing to participate in an L.I.D. they should certainly be
willing to water the trees, thus eliminating the cost of the
irrigation system. Mr. Schafer stated he would like the
record to reflect that this project has been approved by the
Nob Hill PTSA, the Franklin Middle School PTSA, Parks
Commission, the Arboretum Board and the neighborhood.
Former Mayor Betty Edmondson, 1800 River Road, spoke in
favor of the tree plantings along Tieton Drive, commenting
it is the responsibility of the citizens and elected
representatives to provide a safe and healthy environment
along the City streets. Mrs. Edmondson stated the
maintenance, planting and beautification should be an on-
going process, as well as a City priority. She urged the
City Council to set this as a priority, commenting that if
that is done, she is sure Council will find the money for
this project.
Harlan Parish, 2810 Tieton Drive, said he has lived in
Yakima since 1975 and his taxes have increased over 100%
since that time. He was supportive of the tree plantings
and suggested that the City pay inmates a minimal salary to
perform some of the maintenance needs of the City. Mayor
Berndt asked Chief Green to meet with Mr. Parish and
explain why inmates cannot participate in such a work
program.
AAD /3
SEPTEMBER 19, 1989 2 6 7
Cherry Williams, 4107., Englewood,, landscape architect and
• Arboretum Board member, stated she has a vested interest in
seeing trees planted, however, she has a broader concern for
the planting and maintenance of trees in our community. She
stated the use of trees is an integral part of the new
downtown plan and a natural element in our community due to
the agricultural industry. Mrs. Williams agreed that the
planting of trees will help to create a sense of safety for
pedestrians. She said she would like to see the property
owners accept the responsibility of watering the trees
because irrigation systems are notoriously difficult to
maintain in this area. Discussion ensued about the
additional costs to the contractor to form the tree cut -outs
verses the cost savings for the gravel sub -bed for the
concrete sidewalk. Mrs. Williams stated she felt the
cost savings might be a trade off. :Mr. Whitcher drew an
illustration on the chalk board and explained that the cut-
outs would be covered over with concrete during the
construction phase. He further stated the concrete would
then be removed when the trees are planted, thus no money
would be saved. Council member Sims asked about the use of
asphalt in the cut -out areas rather than concrete and Mr.
Whitcher commented asphalt is undesirable because vegetation
grows grow up through it. Council member Beauchamp
expressed concern about the trees creating poor visibility
for drivers backing out of driveways onto Tieton Drive, and
asked how this can be eliminated.. Mrs. Williams stated the
current City ordinance states that foliage cannot be over 30
inches or under 7 feet high. She suggested approaching this
on a case by case basis and reiterated that utmost care
should be given'to the selection of the trees to minimize
this concern.
Betty Carlson,•617 South 58th Avenue, stated she was one of
the proponents for the annexation at the west end of Tieton
Drive, and although certain promises were made at the time
of the annexation, the residents are still waiting for some
of the traffic lights to be installed. She expressed
disappointment in hearing all of the reasons why this
project will not be successful. Mrs. Carlson commented that
this does not speak well for the City and she would like to
think that the City Council is going to be cooperative with
the residents in regard to this issue.
Ray Paolella, 419 South 27th Avenue, spoke in favor of the
tree planting project, stating there is a real need for more
trees in the City. He said the planting of trees along
Tieton Drive is a small was in which the City can contribute
to the solution of the "global warming and the greenhouse
effect" problems. He encouraged Council to keep the option
open.
Paul Schafer added that he would like the record to show
that the Museum, Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital and Yakima
Valley Osteopath Hospital view this as an enhancement to
their landscaping because it will increase the
attractiveness to the approaches of their institutions.
It was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN, TO ACCEPT THE
PETITION BY THE RESIDENTS ALONG TIETON DRIVE TO ALLOW FOR
CUT -OUTS AND IRRIGATION SYSTEM AND, EVENTUALLY, TREES.
Discus followed in which Richard Andring, 203 South 8th
Avenue, stated as he drove along Walnut'to Stewart` Avenue
today he estimated that about 35 -40% of the trees are
missing from the cut -outs and weeds are growing in their
place. He reported that the trees on the corner of Walnut
and 8th Avenue need to be trimmed because they obstruct the
view of the traffic sign. He said there are other
intersections around the City with this same visual problem.
Mr. Andring stated he feels the trees should be in the
yards rather than in the sidewalks so they will not
•
AAD /4
268
SEPTEMBER 19, 1989
interfere with clearing the snow from the sidewalks in the
winter. He encouraged the City Council to spend the money
for better streets rather than tree plantings.
Council member Sims stated he would like to ask staff to
bring back a review of the 1/2 cent gas tax fund or other
alternatives funding sources. Council member Beauchamp
asked Mr. Whitcher to elaborate on the idea of forming the
cut -outs during the construction of the sidewalk. Mr.
Whitcher explained that if the cut -outs are formed during
the construction process the timing of the project will not
be significantly impacted. However, if the irrigation
line is installed, this will add a major step to the
contractors activity and also impact the cost of of the
project. Council member Sims stated his concern is that if
the irrigation system is not installed during the
construction of the sidewalk it may never be done. Mayor
Berndt spoke in favor of this project stating that the
homeowners did not request the sidewalks; that request was
made by the schools on behalf of the safety of the students
and pedestrians. She said a lot of landscaping is going to
be lost in that area due to the construction of the sidewalk
and she feels that the planting of the trees might ease
some of that lose, as well as soften the impact of the
traffic. Council member Foy reminded Council of the
commitment to the residents of Browne Avenue for street and
sidewalk repairs and asked how much assurance can be given
in the 1990 budget process that there will be funding for
that project? He stated he has difficulty in adding the
tree plantings and the irrigation system to the Tieton
Drive sidewalk project. He added that he agrees with Mrs.
Williams that the homeowners should accept the
responsibility of watering the trees. Council member Foy
said the City does not adequately enforce the current
ordinance regarding trees in the right -of -way. Council
member Buchanan stated if the irrigation system is installed
at the time the sidewalk is constructed this will eliminate
the problem of watering the trees. Council member
Carmichael stated the City has already broken faith with the
residents along Summitview, Washington Avenue, and 3rd
Avenue in regard to tree plantings. She said there are
empty cut -outs in areas where trees were never planted or
have died due to inadequate care. Council member
Carmichael said she is in favor of trees but cannot justify
new plantings when so many replantings are needed. In the
discussion that followed, Council member Barnett stated he
is going to vote against the petition even though he
realizes this is a "motherhood and apple pie" issue. He
said the City is beyond its maintenance capabilities now and
he does not think it is the City's best interest to support
this project at this time. Council member Buchanan stated
if the City is going to approve this action provisions
should be made now for the irrigation system. Council
member Beauchamp stated he agrees with staff that the City
needs to develop a tree maintenance program and expressed
concern that if the trees are planted now they will die
from insufficient care. For clarification purposes, Council
member. Carmichael asked the City Clerk to reread the motion.
The motion was read as follows: It was moved that the
petition be accepted from the the residents along Tieton
Drive to allow for cut -outs and irrigation system and,
eventually, trees. The question was called for a vote on
the motion. The motion carried by 4 -3 voice vote;
Barnett, Carmichael and Foy voting nay. Council Member
Carmichael explained that she voted against the motion
because she cannot endorse the irrigation system at this
time. City Manager Zais directed Council's attention to Mr.
Whitcher's staff report which points out in two different
places that "the City of Yakima does not have a street tree
program, or policy, for residential areas or arterial
streets." The report goes on to state that "the City of
Yakima is well aware of the benefits of tree plantings, but
AAD /5
269
SEPTEMBER 19, 1989
•
•
is concerned that a program or policy be established before
tree planting occurs." City Manager" Zais commented that it
is not often that he is in the position of asking the City
Council to give staff assignments, however, in this
instance, he believes Council needs to give staff specific
direction to develop a program to address this issue on a
City -wide basis, including an evaluation and recommendations
for Council's consideration. Council. member Barnett asked
Mr. Zais to specify a source of, funding and Mr. Zais
replied that would be included as a part of the entire
package. Council member Barnett reminded Mr. Zais that a
year ago the number one priority was law and justice needs,
but since that time Council has expended funds for
everything but law and justice. Mr. Barnett stated that
the law and justice needs have become buried under other
priorities. City Manager Zais acknowledged the fact that
every year requests are received from the citizens and must
be given consideration. Council member Foy interjected that
Council has an obligation to respond to prior requests and
commitments before address other projects. Discussion of
this item concluded with Mr. Andring expressing concern
about new priorities causing the everyday needs to be set
aside, or overlooked completely.
9. REPORT FROM PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT REGARDING FORMATION OF
VOLUNTARY RECYCLING PROGRAM FOR SOLID WASTE
Streets & Refuse Division Manager Kary, commented about the
report as defined by House Bill 1671 (HB 1671), stating the
term recycling is utilized by the industry, however,
Michelsen Recycling and other recyclers are also engaged in
recycling. He stated recycling can be handled in many
different ways, i.e. at the curb, sort separation
facilitates, etc. Mr. Kary stated House Bill 1671 does
not mandate recycling on an individual basis, however, it
does mandate cities to provide a recycling program, and in
this light, the staff has monitored and lobbied against the
Bill in an attempt to alter the verbiage so that it will
better relate to the City's circumstances. -He stated the
law was primarily generated due to `insufficient landfill
space in the metropolitan areas, however, in this area, we
have sufficient landfill capacity for the next twenty years.
However, Mr. Kary said this does not mean that the City
should not investigate the recycling issue because, based on
the law, the City will be mandated to institute a recycling
program. He stated the feasibility study on the waste
stream and all of the ramifications necessary to put
together a program in compliance with the law would be
better entertained by a consultant - with the expertise to
provide alternatives for the Council's consideration. He
stated this issue should not be taken lightly because the
rates will create an additional tax burden. Council member
Buchanan stated currently there are fifteen or twenty
individuals or groups in the recycling business receiving an
income of $16 -$20 a ton for cardboard, aluminum, glass, etc.
He stated in touring other cities engaged in the recycling
business, he has learned that`'they pay $20 a ton to ship
cardboard away. This means the City of Yakima can
anticipate a difference of $40 a ton. He stated the
mandatory recycling program means that the citizens not only
have to recycle; they have to pay extra to have it shipped
away. Mr. Kary stated that is correct and these are the
typical comments and situations that have been stated in
various periodicals regarding the recycling issue. Mr. Kary
stated he does not advocate that the City will recover the
cost of recycling, however, the City is mandated to
implement a recycling program. Council member Sims asked
{ why the City is rushing into this issue now if the
recycling program doesn't have to be implemented until 1994?
He further questioned, "wouldn't the City benefit more by
allowing the consultants to devise a program prior to the
City becoming involved in recycling ?" Council member
AAD /6
2 / 0 SEPTEMBER 19, 1989
Barnett agreed, adding that it appears to him that the Bill
requires DOE to form guidelines for recycling programs and
he feels those guidelines should be presented prior to
hiring a consultant. Jerry Copeland, Director of Public
Works, explained that this report is a result of Council's
direction earlier in the year when a strong interest was
shown in a recycling program similar to that of Spokane. He
pointed out that the City of Yakima is under different
mandates than Spokane because it is a different class of
city. Public Works Director Copeland commented that Council
should keep in mind that the recycling market may be
different in 1994 and staff wants to give consideration to
that issue also. Council member Foy noted that the staff
recommendation indicates that staff is asking Council to
authorize staff to receive proposals for consulting
services. He said he feels there are too many issues yet to
be considered and he is uncomfortable about taking that
action today. Therefore, it was MOVED._. BY FOY, SECONDED BY
BUCHANAN,..` TO . "TABLE :.THE REPORT. The ' motion carried by 6 -1
voice vote; Berndt voting nay. Mayor Berndt stated her
reason for voting against the motion is because she would
like to see the ad hoc committee established. Council
member Foy stated today's action does not preclude future
discussion by the ad hoc committee.
* 10. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING FILING OF
APPLICATIONS FOR WASHINGTON STATE HOUSING TRUST FUNDS FOR:
A. TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
RESOLUTION NO. D -5637, A RESOLUTION authorizing and
directing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to file an
application with the Washington State Department of
Community Development for funding of a joint application for
transitional housing for the rehabilitation of former drug
users and their families.
B. COOPERATIVELY OWNED HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY
RESOLUTION : :.NO D-5638, A. RESOLUTION authorizing and
directing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to file an
application with the Washington State Department of
Community Development for funding of a cooperatively owned,
low- income, elderly housing development.
*11. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STREET CLOSURE FOR
FUN IN THE SUN RUN /WALK
RESOLUTION NO. D -5639, A RESOLUTION authorizing the closure
of certain streets within the City of Yakima to accommodate
the "Fun In The Sun Run /Walk."
*12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
AGREEMENT WITH TREE TOP CORPORATION FOR UTILIZATION OF
CITY'S INDUSTRIAL SPRAYFIELD
RESOLUTION NO. D- 564 A RESOLUTION authorizing the City
Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an
agreement with Tree Top Corp. of Selah, Washington,
industrial treatment service.
*13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION REMANDING DECISION OF HEARING
EXAMINER ON ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT FOR SIGN FOR TIGER BIN
MINI MART
RESOLUTION NO. D- 5641, A. RESOLUTION remanding the decision
of the Hearing Examiner in the matter of the application of
Tiger Bin Mini Mart for an adjustment of sign standards --
City No. UAZO CL(3) #18 -89, Examiner No. 89 -1 -31.
AAD /7
SEPTEMBER - ,19 ` '1989
271
*14. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ADOPTING CITY INVESTMENT POLICY
RESOLUTION NO. D-5642, A RESOLUTION establishing a City of
Yakima investment policy for public funds.
* 15. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY
SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING ITS SALE
RESOLUTION NO D -5643, A RESOLUTION declaring certain
property surplus and authorizing \ 'the sale of such property
owned by the City of Yakima.
16. APPROVAL OF RIGHT -OF -WAY USE PERMIT TO ERECT CONCRETE WALL
ON WEST "A" STREET REQUESTED BY BOWLES MARKETING, INC.
Council member Barnett questioned why the right -of -way use
permit is only for one year and the applicant is erecting a
concrete wall. Code Manager Bob Shampine explained that the
permits are issued for one year and are automatically
renewed unless the City Council revokes the permit. It was
MOVED BY BARNETT, .SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO APPROVE THE
PERMIT. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
*17. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 1989 BUDGET REPORT (ACCEPT REPORT)
The August 1989 Budget Report submitted by the Director of
Finance and Budget, was accepted.
18. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF
LINES OF CREDIT FOR FUNDING A HOME OWNERSHIP PROGRAM
Director of Community & Economic Development Rice stated
this report is brought back at the request of Council and
the ordinance has been amended to provide the legislation
requested by Council on September 12th. Council member
Barnett asked if the policies and procedures..can be amended
from time to time without changing the'ordinance. Mr. Rice
responded, "Yes." Council member Foy stated one of the
previous concerns was to clarify that this program is for
single family dwelling units and the ordinance still
specifies it can be a four -plex. Mr. Rice stated the
ordinance is worded as such because of federal requirements.
Mr. Foy said that means that any governing body can elect to
change the ordinance and Council's concern was that the
ordinance be changed to specify that the program is for
single family dwelling units. Mr.,Foy referred to page six
of the ordinance which states... "personal property, such as
furniture, televisions, etc. will be eligible for loan cost
acquisition" and asked if that is correct. Mrs,. Kracht
• assured Council member Foy that this is a typographical
error and will be corrected to read "will not be eligible."
Regarding the limitation of the program to single family
units, Council member Barnett asked how is it possible that
the ordinance does not limit the program to single family
units when the program handbook can limit the program to
single family unit? Mrs. Kracht stated the ordinance is
merely a vehicle by which funds are received, whereas, the
program handbook more specifically addresses the program
guidelines. Council member Barnett referred to page nine,
stating the ordinance does not specifically limit the
program to single family units as he requested. Following
further comments about the content and intent of the
ordinance and the program handbook, City Manager Zais stated
staff can make the necessary changes and bring this back for
reconsideration. Therefore, it was MOVED BY FOY, SECONDED
BY BARNETT, THAT THIS BE REFERRED BACK TO STAFF FOR
CORRECTIONS. AND RESUBMITED.NEXT TUESDAY. Following further
comments regarding the legal ramifications of the vagueness
of the ordinance and the program handbook, the question was
called for a vote on the motion. The motion carried
unanimously by voice vote.
AAD /8
272 SEPTEMBER 19, 1989
19. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING SALE OF LOCAL
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BONDS AND THE CONSOLIDATION OF LOCAL
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS FOR THAT PURPOSE
The Ordinance having been read by title, it was MOVED BY
BUCHANAN, SECONDED' BY. CARMICHAEL, THAT _THE "..ORDINANCE BE
PASSED. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 3202, AN ORDINANCE of the City. .of Yakima,
Washington, providing for the consolidation of Local
Improvement Districts Nos. 1039, 1040, 1042, 1043, 1044, and
1045 into Consolidated Local Improvement District No. 3;
authorizing the issuance and sale of Consolidated Local
Improvement District No. 3 bonds in the aggregate principal
amount of $611,567.84; providing the form, terms, rates,
maturity, conditions and covenants of said bonds; providing
for the disposition of the proceeds of their sale; and
confirming the sale of such bonds.
* 20. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE, REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED AT
902 /904 SOUTH 10TH'STREET, AS 'REQUESTED BY RODRIGUEZ /TORRES
ORDINANCE ..NO. 3203,. AN ORDINANCE affirming the Hearing
Examiner's recommendation to rezone property at 902 and 904
South 10th Street, and amending the zoning map of the City
of Yakima.
*21. SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1989 BUDGET
APPROPRIATING PUBLIC WORKS TRUST FUNDS FOR A DOMESTIC WELL
An Ordinance appropriating Public Works Trust Funds for a
domestic well, having been read by title only at the
previous meeting, was brought before the Council for a
second reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 3204, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1989 budget
for the City of Yakima; and making an appropriation of
$495,000 in the 477 - Domestic Water Improvement Fund for
expenditure during 1989 for replacement of the Ranney well
with a new domestic well and pump house.
*22. SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1989 BUDGET AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR AN AERIAL MANLIFT TRUCK AND PAINT
STRIPING EQUIPMENT
An Ordinance appropriating funds for an aerial manlift truck
and paint striping equipment, having been read by title only
at the previous meeting, was brought before the Council for
a second reading.
* 23. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1989 BUDGET TO
PROVIDE FOR 1988 CARRY FORWARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS AND NEW 1989 PROGRAM ALLOCATIONS (NO FORMAL
ACTION REQUIRED THIS MEETING)
An Ordinance providing for 1988 carry forward Community
Development Block Grant funds and new 1989 program
allocations, having been read by title only, was laid on the
table for one week, until September 26, 1989.
* 24. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1989 BUDGET IN
THE FIRE CAPITAL FUND 332 FOR LOOKOUT POINT TOWER (NO
FORMAL ACTION REQUIRED THIS MEETING)
An'Ordinance appropriating funds for a communication tower,
having been read by title only, was laid on the table for
one week until September 26, 1989. .
25. ' OTHER BUSINESS
City Manager Zais indicated the applicant has requested
that the K -Mart issue be rescheduled and asked Mr. Stouder
AAD /9
4r- 273
SEPTEMBER 19, 1989
to give a brief update regarding'; this project. Mr. Stouder
stated he and Don Skone met with the County Commissioners
this morning to informally discuss the letter sent by the
City Council on Friday. The County Commissioners indicated
it is their understanding that a letter from Mr. Carmody,
attorney for the applicant, was to be sent to the City
Council. Mr. Stouder indicated the letter was delivered to -
city staff during that meeting, however, staff has not yet
had an opportunity to review that document. Mr. Stouder
stated a letter arrived yesterday requesting the matter be
heard next Tuesday during the Council meeting and that is
staff's intent at this time. It was MOVED BY FOY, SECONDED
BY BUCHANAN, TO RESCHEDULE THE HEARING OF THE. 21ST TO
SEPTEMBER 26TH AS REQUESTED BY THE APPLICANT. The motion
carried unanimously by voice vote.
Mayor Berndt indicated that funds are needed to pay for
gifts for the visitors from our sister city in Taiwan. She
indicated she will leave an envelope with the
Administrative Secretary and anyone wishing to leave
contributions may do so following the conclusion of the
Executive Session. Discussion ensued regarding the need to
establish a fund raising event or a method by ° which funds
can be raised to provide gifts for visitors from our sister
cities.
Information Items:
Items of information supplied to Council were: Letter to
Board of Yakima County Commissioners regarding K -Mart
Project - -North 40th. Avenue and West, Powerhouse Road.
9/14/89; Letter to T. C. Richmond, Special Assistant to
the Governor, regarding Yakima River Basin Enhancement draft
proposal. 9/14/89; .Memo from Director of Public Works and
Traffic Engineering Manager regarding Stop Signs at Naches
Avenue and "A" Street. 9/14/89; Letter to. Public
Involvement Manager, Bonneville Power Administration
regarding Draft Environmental Assessment Yakima /Klickitat
Production Project. Bonneville Power Administration (June
1989); 8/18/89; Article from the August 15, 1989 The New
York Times, "New Vision of Suburbia is at Stake in New
Jersey; Memo from Deputy Personnel Officer regarding
Defensive Driving Training. 9/6/89; and Minutes of the
August 14, 1989 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting.
26. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED. BY BEAUCHAMP, TO MOVE
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR APPROXIMATELY. FIFTEEN MINUTES FOR
THE PURPOSE. OF DISCUSSING .COLLECTIVE BARGAINING WITH
IMMEDIATE ADJOURNMENT THEREAFTER. The motion carried
unanimously by voice vote.
27. ADJOURNMENT
Following the completion of the Executive Session, the
meeting was adjourned at the hour of 4:45 P.M.
READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY o-✓ Y
CO (CIL MEMBER DA TE
//// it/t
ATTEST: D COUNC L MEMB DATE
'/�
CITY CLERK MAYOR
(Minutes prepared by Deputy City Clerk, Barbara J. Toney, CMC)
AMID/10