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. ,.,SEPTEMBER 13, 1988 '
., • - 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. Assistant
Mayor Lynn Buchanan, presiding, Council members Clarence Barnett,
Henry Beauchamp, Lynn Carmichael, Jerry Foy and Bernard Sims
present on roll call.. Mayor Pat Berndt absent and excused. City
. Manager Zais, City Attorney Vanek, and. City Clerk Roberts also
,present. ,
2. INVOCATION , . .
.The Pledge of Allegiance,was led by Council member Sims. ,
3. OPEN. DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER .
None.
4. CONSENT AGENDA . . .
Assistant Mayor., Buchanan referred to the items placed on the
Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or
. deletions, from • either Council .members or citizens present.
David. Hawkins. requested Item No. 13 be removed from the Consent
Agenda. 'It was the consensus of the Council that Item No. 13 be
removed from the Consent Agenda, as requested. The City Clerk then
read the Consent Agenda.items,. as amended, including. resolutions
and ordinances by title. •It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded
by Foy,, that the Consent. Agenda, as read,- be passed. Unanimously
carried by 'roll. call vote. Berndt absent.•.(Subsequent paragraphs
preceded by an asterisk ( *) indicate items the Consent Agenda
handled under one motion without further discussion.)
*5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETINGS OF JULY:26 AND AUGUST 9,
1988 - ....
The Council minutes : of July 26 and August 9, 1988 were approved,
having been duly certified accurate by two Council,members and no
',one present wishing to have said minutes read,.publicly.
- 6. PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE OF COMMENDATION TO ROCKY S. CLAYTON
Assistant Mayor Buchanan read and presented a Certificate of
Commendation to Rocky S. Clayton for his action in reporting a
burglary in progress at Advanced T.V., resulting in the arrest of
two male subjects. ,
7. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION.
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Ines.Rice,, 4409 Arlington, stated she received some material from
the Bicentennial Constitution National Committee she thought the
City would be interested in, including a document declaring the
proclamation of September 17 -23rd as Constitution Week. She gave
some historical dates which should be commemorated due to the
events occurring on those-dates' relating to the establishment of
the•Constitution. She.presented the City with several copies of a
poster announcing Constitution Week. She also stated she took the
liberty of inviting County . Auditor Bettie ,,Ingham to this
. meeting, and also presented her with copies of the poster. Mrs.
Rice commented that in 1989 we will celebrate the establishment of .
. • the . presidency, and in 1991, .the Bill •of.:Rights to the
• Constitution.. . . - ,
Charles .Kriz, 5708 Bitterroot Lane, stated he wanted to, comment
' about Tim McGree's presentation of'last week regarding the Yakima
County Economic Development Long: -Range Plan. He stated that
Mr. McGree'used.four'words that he gave_quite a bit of thought to
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this, week; communication, and private enterprise
accountability. He stated Mr. McGree did not say with whom he
would communicate, nor specify to whom they would be accountable.
He stated that many of the senior citizens fought for the rights of
today's young dreamers; however, the young do not have the right to
exploit senior citizens and their savings. He stated that taxes
are [taxes and senior citizens with fixed incomes must pay them. He
condluded by commenting that senior citizens are people, they are
human beings, and Americans who have paid their dues and have
inalienable rights. ' •
Rick' Chasteen, - Administrator of Good Samaritan Health Center,
stated he- was present.to address the Dial=A -Ride program. He
stated he understands the federal regulations under which the City
must comply. He presented a petition requesting Council meet the
increased demands for Dial -A -Ride services throughout the remainder
of this year. He spoke about the impact to the Dial -A-Ride users
due to the cut -back of services. Doug Coulter, Central III
Convalescent, Maria Bradford, Dial -A-Ride user who submitted
written comments, Dolly Staffan, Dial -A -Ride user, Matt Fairbank,
Interfaith Volunteer Services, Carrie Seeberger, Central
Convalescent, and Pat Scully, Good Samaritan Health Center, spoke
about the needs met by the Dial -A-Ride program and urged that
additional funding to this program be allocated to meet these
needs. Mr. Chasteen indicated a willingness to participate in a
meeting with staff to develop a criteria for allocating next year's
'budget, so that drastic cut - backs don't occur in the latter part of
the i year. He also indicated he would be willing to talk about
contracting certain services with Dial A -Ride. Council member
Barnett suggested allocating additional funds of approximately
$24;000 to bring 1988 expenditures up to same level as 1987
expenditures. It was the general consensus of the Council to refer
this issue to the Transit Committee to schedule a meeting with
representatives from the health care facilities, Dial -A -Ride users,
and !the Department of Social and.Health'Services (regarding use of
medical coupons).
Bob I Whitney, - 308 N. 21st Avenue, whose business is located in
Larson Building, spoke about the panhandling occurring in the
vicinity of the Larson Building being so bad that the street kids
have relinquished that territory. He stated the menace to the
women working in that area is significant and he would like to see
additional police involvement in this area for protection. Mike
Russell, manager of the Chinook Tower and the Larson Building,
stated this problem has been on -going for several months, at both
thei'Larson Building and the Chinook Tower. He commented that'the
women at the Chinook Tower have to be escorted to their vehicles to
make, sure they get'there safely. He stated the panhandlers hang
around the parking lot and can't be thrown out just for walking
through. • He further commented that vandalism and theft of vehicle
emblems have increased recently. He requested additional police
patrol in that area. City Attorney. Vanek questioned Mr. Russell
about the pan handling incidents to try to determine if the
panhandler was simply requesting money, which under the law he has
the right to do., or if the panhandler was threatening' in any
manner. Mr. Russell 'said that one lady was threatened by an
individual with a knife. Council member Foy inquired if there is
any-iway for the- Chinook Tower and the Larson Building businesses
and! those businesses located in between to meet and talk about
sharing some type .of policing assistance that could assist and
augment the Police patrolling that area. Mr. Russell indicated he
would participate in that type of discussion. Council member
Barnett inquired if Mr. Russell would support a Business and
Occupation Tax if the revenue is strictly used for Police.
Mr. Whitney said they. understand that protection costs' and the
businessmen still want additional' protection and know they will
have to participate in the program. Police Chief Green commented
about this problem, saying he doesn't have the manpower to have an
overt presence of police officers in that area for any length of
time. Larry' Marvin, ' Yakima Federal. Savings & Loan, Dick
Stelzmiller-, Yakima Federal Savings &'Loan, Janelle Denbeste, Mercy
Enterprises, and' Dave Burnett, First Interstate Bank, spoke about
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the threats presented by these' panhandlers and, the increased.
vandalism. Mr. Stelzmiller said he would be willing to - pay the
increased taxes to pay for additional police'patrol of this area.
,Mr. Marvin,stated Yakima Federal has an attendant who does nothing
but watch their parking lot. He said in addition 'to employees
feeling threatened, the shoppers are saying they - won't come
downtown to shop. ,Council member Carmichael reported the City of
Tacoma had this same problem and went 'to private security guards,
working in conjunction with the Police Department. She stated she
would like to obtain information on how that program is working.
(Assistant Mayor Buchanan absent after 3:2,5 p.m., having given the
gavel to Mayor Pro Tem Beauchamp.) City Attorney Vanek said the
City of Seattle has enacted an aggressive panhandling ,ordinance;
there now being State statutes' which prohibit harassment. He
co��uuented th ordinanc is now in the C ourt of Appeals. It was the
general consensus of the Council to obtain information 66 City
of Tacoma's program and on Seattle's ordinance. Council .member
Carmichael suggested Mr. Russell and Mr. Whitney contact Skip
Semon or Rob Talcott, Downtown Business Group'and discuss this
problem with them and possible options to solve the problem.
8. REPORT FROM PUBLIC' WORKS DEPARTMENT AND COUNCIL : TRAN COMMITTEE
REGARDING 1988 UMTA GRANT APPLICATION (SE RESO
E• LUTION)
Bill Schultz, Transit Manager, was present to respond to Council's
inquiries. Council member Barnett asked how the policy is being
changed and can any of this reimbursement be used for Dial - - Ride? •
Mr. Schultz explained the present policy is th we do not
. authorize UMTA Section 9 :funds for operating. assistance in the
Transit ce, except '•for the contract with People, For People for
transportation of the elderly and elderly residing outside the
City _ He s at the present time, UMTA funds are used
,, for capital expenditures It is proposed to request' reimbursement
"from UMTA for expenses the City has already incurred for'operating
the transit system. UMTA will reimburse'xa portion: of the previous
year's operating expense, which will be'placed in the - operating
fund and used to operate the system. He stated these ' funds can be
used for Dial -A - Ride or any Transit function. At the end of the
operating year, those fu in our operating needs would
. go into the capital reserve fund. He reported there are
regulations which must be met by the City in order to accept these
funds. He stated that while the City is already subject to those
regulations, the UMTA'Office will'more strictly monitor the City's
.compliance, and in the past the City has been late in preparing its
certifications.. Council member Barnett' asked" -if we are going to
need another 'person "to make_ those 'reports. "Mr Schultz •stated that
would - b e one of his ' proposals, . especially, 'since it .has _already
become aproblem. He cautioned Council - that`"if we don't abide by
those rules, the City can lose its funding and the
City may have already received. Resolution No. .D-5498 having been
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. read by title, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Sims, ;that the
resolution be adopted. Unanimously carried by voice' vote. Berndt
and Buchanan absent.
RESOLUTION NO. b -5498, A RESOLUTION 'authorizing: the filing of II/ applications with the Department of Transportation,' United States
of . America, for .grants under the Urban Mass Transportation Act of
1964, as amended.
*.9.. REPORT FROM PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH LABOR
AND INDUSTRIES - REGULATION .REGARDING WOMEN'S "RESTROQMS AT CITY
SHOPS
The report regarding compliance With " Labor &'Industries regulations
regarding the, women's restrooms at the City 'Shops and staff
- recommendation to utilize Block Grant funds for the women's
restroom modifications, as detailed in the staff. report, 'was
accepted, and staff was authorized to advertise for bids for such
modifications, per plans and specifications dated 8/3/85.
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*10. CONSIDERATION OF' RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO CREATE CORPMAN LANE
SEWER LID (SET DATE`OF HEARING FOR OCTOBER 11; 1988)
. 'October 11, 1988 was set as the date of hearing - on the 'intention to
create Corpman Lane Sewer Local Improvement District.
RESOLUTION NO. D -5499, A RESOLUTION of intention to create'a local
improvement district:'
* 11. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING' EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT FOR
WASTEWATER TREATMENT SLUDGE' '
RESO UTION NO. D -5500; A RESOLUTION authorizing the exec of a
contract with Charron Company,' Inc. for disposal' of" Wastewater
Treatment Plant sludge.
*12. CONSIDERATION RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLOSURE OF 400 BLACK WEST
YAKIMA AVENUE' FOR'GREENWAY FOUNDATION FUND - RAISING BED RACE''
RESOIUTION'NO. 'D -5501, A'RESOLUTION authorizing' the'' closure of
certain streets within the City of Yakima to accommodate the
Schultz Furniture, Inc., Bed Race.
13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLOSURE OF STREETS TO
CONDUCT 'THE APPLE CLASSIC STREET RUN
David Hawkins, 916 So..40th Avenue, distributed brochures on the
Apple Classic Street Run. Mr. Hawkins'stated there is a
with the timing of the race, and he would like to refer this back
to Traffic for route modifications or drop the 10K so the 9:00 a.m.
start time for the fun run could - be 'kept: City 'Attorney Vanek
suggested that since this is a measured race route, perhaps the
Sponsor the race should suggest' the route. He said the Police
Department is concerned with traffic safety," as opposed to racing
considerations. Council member Carmichael pointed out the
ordinance states the race hours to be between 7 :30 to
10 :00 a.in. so the'starting hour is flexible. It was the'
consensus of' the Council to refer this back to the Police
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Department.
*14. REPORT'FROM PUBLIC WORKS REGARDING CHESTERLEY'PARK` -
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL PROPERTY ACQUISITION
The 'report from Public Works regardin ac of 'property for
Chesterley Park improvement and' Staff recommendation to request the
Yaki County Corr¢nissioners to ' transfer two pieces' of property to
the `City of Yakima: to be developed as a part of ' Chesterley Park,
was accepted.
* 15. APPROVAL OF ` RIGHT -OF =WAY USE PERMIT APPLICATION BY CRESCENT
REMODELING, 915 SOUTH FIRST STREET
The Right -of -Way Use Permit requested by'Crescent Building'to add a
facade to the exterior front portion of the building at 915 South
1st Street, was' approved.
* 16. APPROVAL OF OUT -OF -STATE TRAVEL FOR DAVE EYLES, CABLE TV, TO MIAMI
BEACH, FLORIDA
The Out -of -State travel ' for Dave 'Eyles, 'Communications
Coordinator, Cable TV, to attend the Eight Annual Conference of
the National Association of Telecommunication Officers and
Advisors, in Miami Beach, Florida, September 25, 1988 thru
October'2, 1988, at a cost of $823.00,'was - approved: -
* 17. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE RESTRICTING PARKING ON 40TH - . AVENUE,
NOB.HILL BLVD. TO LINCOLN AVENUE '
ORDINANCE NO 3122, AN' ORDINANCE relating to' traffic control;
prohibiting parking on certain streets; prohibiting parking during
certain hours on certain streets; limiting parking time on certain
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streets; and amending Sections 9.50.050, 9.50.060,, and 9.50.075 of
the City"Of:Yakima Municipal Code.
*18 CONST.DERATION. OF ORDINANCES'AMENDING THE 1988 BUDGET RELATING TO •
' WASTEWATER`FACILITY PROJECT :(SECOND READINGS):
• A. ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM WASTEWATER FACILITIES FUND
FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES
An Ordinance appropriating funds from the Wastewater Facility Fund
for engineering services, having been read by title only at the •
August 23, 1988 meeting, was brought before the Council for a
second reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 3123, AN ORDINANCE - "amending the-1988 budget for the
City of Yakima; and making an appropriation of $195,000 in the
Wastewater Facility Fund for expenditure during 1988 for
engineering services relative to Wastewater Treatment Facilities
Improvement.,
B. ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FUNDS .SEWER . OPERATING FUND FOR
ENGINEERING SERVICES
An Ordinance appropriating funds from the Sewer Operating
Fund, having been read by title only at the August 23, 1988
meeting, was brought before.the Council for a second reading. .
ORDINANCE NO. 3124, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1988 budget for the
. City of Yakima; and making an appropriation . of $195,000 in the
Sewer Operating Fund for expenditure during 1988, for engineering
services, relative to Wastewater Treatment Facilities Improvement.
19. OTHER BUSINESS
Referring to the notice regarding the adjourned meeting for an
annual' luncheon meeting with Community .Programming ,Advisory
Committee,., Council member Carmichael commented She doesn't have any
objections about meeting with them, however, she expressed :concern
that there are other boards with .whom the Council has not yet met.
Council member Barnett expressed his displeasure that these
luncheon, meetings. are scheduled for noon just.prior to the Council
" meetings, stating,this, is his service club meeting time He stated
he'doesn't think all of these types of,meetings should be "scheduled
for Tuesdays. City Manager Zais offered to reschedule - the "meeting,
however, it was the consensus of the_Council to luncheon
meeting as it is.
Information Items:
Items of information supplied to Council were: Letter from Central
Washington University 'regarding Yakima Riven Basin management
conference on November 16 -17. 8/30/88; Letter from Transit
- -- Manager -to Nadine- -Bordeaux in - response to her 8/16/88 letter
regarding Dial -A -Ride program. 9/6/88; Memo from Public Works
Director and Fleet & Facilities Manager regarding Refuse Truck Bid
. - to " Salt" --Lake- City:- - 9/9/88; - Memo from City Attorney regarding
Damage Claims Referred to Insurance Company. 9/2/88; Monthly
Report of Chief of Police for July 1988;,, 1988 Community
- • Development -Block Grant Monthly Report- for - August- =1988- and.. "August
MBE report; and Permit Center Report for August 1988.
20. ADJOURNMENT TO SEPTEMBER 20, 1988 AT 11:30 A.M.
It was MOVED by Barnett, seconded by Foy, that this meeting be
adjourned at the hour of 4:20 p.m. to then meet again on Tuesday,
September 20, 1988 at 11:30 a.m. at the Towne Plaza for a luncheon
meeting with the Community Programming Advisory Committee.
Unanimously carried by voice vote. Berndt and Buchanan absent.
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READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY: i / / %` II-15-
'COUNCIL Mr R / DATE
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ASSISTANT MAYOR BUCHANAN
ATTEST:
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CITY CLERK
ADJOURNED MEETING
LUNCHEON MEETING WITH COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SEPTEMBER 20, 1988
1. LUNCHEON MEETING WITH THE COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
(CABLE TV).
The City Council in session in an adjourned meeting 'on this
date' at 11:30 A.M. at the Towne Plaza, Yakima, Washington.
Council members present were Clarence Barnett, Henry Beauchamp,
Lynn Buchanan, Lynn Carmichael, Jerry Foy and Bernard Sims. Mayor
Pat Berndt absent and excused. Community Programming Advisory
Conumiptee members present were Alan Taylor, Chairman, Terri
Norman - Epperson, James.Garlington, Doyle Hardy, Chris Park, and
Donna) West. City staff members present were Assistant City Manager
Fred Stouder, Glenn Rice, Director of Community and Economic
Development, Dave ,Eyles, Wendy Warren and Lynn Tobin, Cable
Communications.
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The members. of the Community Programming',,Advisory .Committee
discussed with Council issues of general 'interest and concern to
them, including wider utilization of the channel and additional use
by - City departments,' dealing with controversial programming,
and conducting a viewer survey including the niunber of viewers and
what programming the viewer wants to see on YCI'V.
2. ADJOURNMENT .
The meeting was adjourned at 1:30 p.m.
READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY
. COUNCIL MEMBER LATE
ATTEST:
COUNCIL MEMBER DATE
CITY CLERK MAYOR PRO TEM
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