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ADJOURNED MEETING
• TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1985
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The City Council met in session on this date at 10:30 a.m. in the Tieton
Room at the Thunderbird Motor Inn, Yakima, Washington. Mayor Clarence
Barnett, presiding, Council members Henry Beauchamp, Jerry Foy and Jack
Sparling present. Council member Pat Berndt present after 10:33 a.m.,
Council member Lynn Buchanan present after 10:56 a.m. and Council member
Lynn Carmichaelpresent after 11:15 a.m. City Manager Zais present after
11:30 a.m.
1. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING PERSONNEL
It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Beauchamp, to move into Executive
Session for approximately three hours for the purpose of discussing
personnel. Unanimously carried by voice. vote. Berndt, Buchanan
and Carmichael absent.
Following the completion of the Executive Session, it was MOVED by
Foy, seconded by Buchanan, that this meeting be adjourned at the hour of
1:30 p.m. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
NOVEMBER 12, 1985
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 Clarence
Barnett, presiding, Council members Henry Beauchamp, Pat Berndt,
Lynn Buchanan, Lynn Carmichael and Jerry Foy present on roll call.
City Manager Zais, City Attorney Andrews, City Clerk Roberts and
Deputy City Clerk Toney also present. Council member Jack Sparling
present at 2:05 p.m.
2. INVOCATION
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council member Berndt.
3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
Council member Carmichael asked if Council would like to hold a
meeting with the legislative representatives from the Association
of Washington Cities regarding issues of concern to the City of
Yakima to be addressed at the caning session. It was the general
consensus of Council to hold such a meeting.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Barnett referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda,
questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from
either Council members or citizens present. There being no
additions or deletions, the City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda
items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. It was MOVED
by Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan, 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 THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETINGS OF OCTOBER 15 & 22,
1985
The Council minutes of October 15 and 22, 1985 were approved,
having been duly certified accurate by two Council members and no
one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly.
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6. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None
7. RECONSIDERATION OF-UNION GAP PROPOSAL FOR UTILITY SERVICES FOR
ANNEXATION (CONTINUED FROM NOV. 5, 1985)
Larry Lehman, Associate Planner, reviewed the memorandum and other
attachments provided for Council's consideration; and responded to
questions regarding these items. Ines Rice, 4409 W. Arlington,
stated she resents the fact that the information was not available
until the Council meeting today. She questioned how the City could
be extending water service to other_,. entities if there, is
insufficient water to meet the needs of Yakima residents. Council
member Beauchamp expressed concern with regard to the City •
maintaining enough water for Yakima residents during. the summer
months. Mr. Lehman stated these , -types of concerns could be
:addressed in the the contract. City, Manager Zais stated
the cost for providing water will have to be absorbed by the users
of the systean. Gary Webster, General Manager of the Greater Yakima
Chamber of Commerce, pointed out that the entire area to be annexed
is not proposed to be served by City of Yakima water. He stated
approximately 30 acres (located directly behind Longview Fibre) is
already inside the City limits, and if these parcels are developed,
the City would be providing water service to this area. Mr.
Webster stated the area under discussion to be serviced is
approximately 62 acres, and Yakima would benefit the most from
retail sales taxes and other local taxes, in addition to income for
the extension of water service. Council member Foy referred to
information contained in the Council packet stating the allocation
has already been made by contract. The delivery system is the
issue under discussion, not additional allocations. Following
further discussion, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Sparling, to
adopt Alternative #4 and authorize staff to prepare contracts and
agreements necessary to implement the recommendations. Motion
carried by 6 -1 roll call vote. Buchanan voting nay.. Council
member Beauchamp stated he would vote for the motion contingent
upon the contract coming back to Council for review.
Mayor Barnett read and presented a proclamation to Melanie
Mitchell, representative of the Yakima Education Association. The
proclamation proclaimed November 17th through 23rd as American
Education Week.
8. REPORT FROM CH2M HILL REGARDING RATTLESNAKE CREEK FEASIBILITY STUDY
AND FERC PERMITS
Ty Wick, Superintendent of the Water Division, introduced John Mayo
and Mark Keller, representatives of CH2M Hill. Mr. Mayo presented
the status report and responded to Council's questions regarding
the report. Mr. Mayo stated the City of Yakima is approaching
the maximum usage amount of its water rights. By 1990 the system
will be taxed to the maximum. He referred to the two pictures of
the Rattlesnake Creek area and indicated the approximate location
of the lower dam which could be constructed at a cost of $11,000.
He also indicated the approximate location of the higher dam which
could be constructed at a cost of $19,000. Following discussion of
the item, it was MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by Carmichael, to
adopt the report and staff recommendation to relinquish the permit
for Mile 6.5 Site, FERC Permit Project No. 8154. Unanimously
carried by voice vote.
9. REPORT FROM TRANSIT DIVISION REGARDING COST REDUCTION MEASURES FOR
THE ELDERLY AND HANDICAPPED TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
Bill Schultz, Transit Manager, stated this is an administrative
procedure required by federal regulations with regard to the cost
reduction in services for the elderly and handicapped. A brief
discussion ensued regarding the alternatives set forth in the staff
report, after which it was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Foy,
to reaffirm the conclusions which. were agreed upon by Council,
and reflected in the minutes of March 5, 1985. Mayor Barnett
requested the motion be clarified to follow Alternative #3, A
through D. It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Foy, to amend
the motion to reflect A through D as listed in the staff report.
Council member Beauchamp further clarified the motion asking
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if reduction measures A through D would be implemented in that
order, and only as necessary to meet budget restraints.
Council member Carmichael stated that is the intent of the motion.
The question was called for a vote on the motion. Unanimously
carried by voice vote. Council member Sparling questioned how long
it would take to increase bus fares. Council member Buchanan
responded this issue will be addressed during budget hearings.
10. APPROVAL OF ENGINEERING DIVISION THIRD QUARTERLY REPORT
It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan, to accept the
report. Council member Buchanan expressed concern with regard to
rescheduling of the Tieton Drive & 48th Avenue Intersection
project, and the possibility of the project interferring with the
irrigation season. City Engineer Bertek stated staff anticipates
being able to arrange the construction schedule to accommodate the
public. He stated a press release will be made in conjunction with
the project to inform the citizens involved. The question was
called for a vote on the motion. Unanimously carried by voice
vote.
*11. REPORT FROM TRAFFIC ENGINEERING REGARDING PARKING PROHIBITION ON
PRASCH AVENUE BETWEEN 16TH AND 15TH AVENUES
The staff report on parking prohibition and recommendation to
prepare appropriate legislation to prohibit parking on Prasch
Avenue between 16th Avenue and 15th Avenue, was accepted.
*12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE BONDS FOR DECOTO AIRCRAFT, INC.
RESOLUTION NO. D -5181, A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City
of Yakima, Washington approving Resolution No. 1985 -5 of the Yakima
County Public Corporation with respect to the issuance of
industrial development revenue bonds for Decoto Aircraft, Inc.
*13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENTS
FOR THE MULTI - FAMILY REHABILITATION PROGRAM
A. FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN
RESOLUTION NO. D -5182, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Director of
Community and Econanic Development to enter into an agreement with
First Federal Savings and Loan for implementation of a multi - family
loan program.
B. FIRST INTERSTATE BANK
RESOLUTION NO. D -5183, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Director of
Community and Econanic Development to enter into an agreement with
First Interstate Bank for implementation of a multi - family loan
program.
*14. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT OF
AGREEMENT WITH YAKIMA COUNTY AND THE GREENWAY FOUNDATION FOR SARG
HUBBARD PARK DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION NO. D -5184, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of an
"Amendatory Agreement for Sarg Hubbard Park Development ".
*15. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH
YAKIMA COUNTY /AREA AGENCY ON AGING FOR A SENIOR EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
RESOLUTION NO. D -5185, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the
City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an
agreement with the County of Yakima, Department of Human Services,
for a Senior Employment Program.
*16. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT WITH
THE URBAN ARTERIAL BOARD FOR FUNDING OF IMPROVEMENTS TO NOB HILL
BOULEVARD
RESOLUTION NO. D -5186, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of an
agreement with the State of Washington, Urban Arterial Board,
regarding the improvement of Nob Hill Boulevard between 24th Avenue
and 40th Avenue.
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*17. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR FUNDING FOR CITY'S 100TH BIRTHDAY
CELEBRATION WEEK
The request from the City Hall Centennial Committee for funding for
the City's 100th Birthday Celebration Week and staff recommendation
to approve the appropriation transfer within the City Clerk's
Budget for funding this request, was approved.
*18. SET DATE OF HEARING FOR NOVEMBER 26, 1985 FOR A REZONE INITIATED BY
THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 17TH AVENUE AND
STEWART FROM PD TO R-2
November 26, 1985 was set as the date of hearing on a rezone
initiated by the Planning Commission for certain properties located
at South 17th Avenue and Stewart Street, from Planned Development
to R -2 (Two - Family, Residential).
*19. APPROVAL OF RIGHT -OF -WAY USE PERMIT FOR DUNBAR JEWELERS
The Right -of -Way Use Permit requested by Dunbar Jewelers to
relocate their clock from 205 -East Yakima Avenue to 125 East Yakima
Avenue, was approved.
20. OTHER BUSINESS
Council member Foy questioned when the Nob Hill Boulevard Project
could be resubmitted for the vote of the citizens. City Manager
Zais stated it would be desirable to work in conjuction with the
Nob Hill Committee and obtain input from them regarding
resubmission. City, Attorney Andrews had given him the date of
December 20th as the last date for filing with the County
Auditor, for a February 4th election. Dates for consideration of
special election are March 11, April 8, and May 20, 1986. It was
MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Berndt, to direct staff to consult
with the Nob Hill Committee and the school district regarding their
attitude and bring this information back on or before December
17th. Council member Buchanan expressed concern about adding one
more bond issue to the school election for fear of a negative
reaction. The question was called for a vote on the motion.
Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Council member. Berndt questioned if appropriate thank you letters
have been sent to the Nob Hill Committee. Director of Engineering
and Utilities Covell stated 011ie Nelson's Committee has sent out
thank you letters to those who participated in this effort, and he
(Mr. Covell) is drafting a letter to the committee members on
behalf of the City Manager /City Council.
City Manager Zais distributed supplemental information regarding
proposed water rate increases to be discussed at the November 14th
Engineering and Utilities Department budget review.
Information Items
Items of information supplied to Council were: Memo from Assistant
City Manager regarding State of Washington Public Works Trust Fund.
11/8/85; Letter from U. S. Senator Slade Gorton regarding Granuu-
Rudman- Hollings proposal to amend the state budget. 10/22/85;
Letter from the Stan Young, Union Pacific System, re the City's
request for donation of the right -of -way, trackage, and equipment.
11/5/86; Letter from Judy Boekholder, AWC Board, District 4,
regarding Employee' Benefit Trust Business. 11/1/85; Letter from
John Peters, Regional Director, Office of Community Planning and
Development, regarding Audit Examination No. 49100 by Office of
State Auditor for the period 1983 on HUD -CDBG. 10/16/85; Letter of
resignation from Richard Flathers, Vice Chairman, Traffic Safety
Advisory Commission. 11/1/85; Letter from James J. Besse,
Chairman, Barrier Free Committee, appointing Bob Shampine, City
Code Administration Manager, to the State Building Code Council's
Technical Advisory Committee for Barrier Free Design.
10/28/85; Nuclear Waste Board, Washington Nuclear Waste Advisory
Council Newsletter for October /November 1985; Yakima River Basin
Water Enhancement Project Newsletter for October 1985;
Community Development Block Grant Monthly Report for October 1985;
Permit Center Monthly Report for October, 1985; Minutes of the
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October 23, 1985 Utility Rate Advisory Board meeting; Minutes of
the October 22, 1985 Board of Adjustment meeting and Minutes of
the October 21, 1985 Utility Rate Advisory Board meeting.
21. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
It was MOVED by Beauchamp, seconded by Buchanan, to move into
Executive Session for approximately five minutes for the purpose of
discussing collective bargaining, and then immediately adjourn to
November 14, 1985 at 2:00 p.m. for continuation of budget
discussion. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
22. ADJOURNMENT
Following the completion of the Executive Session, the meeting was
adjourned at the hour of 4:15 p.m., to the meet at 2:00 p.m.,
November 14, 1985 in the Council Chambers, Yakima City Hall.
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