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JULY 22, 1986
BUSINESS MEETING
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1. ROLL CALL
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The City Council met. in •session. on this date at 2:00 . p.m. in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, Yakima, Washington.' Mayor Henry
Beauchamp, presiding, Council members Clarence Barnett; Lynn
Buchanan, Lynn Carmichael, Jerry Foy and Jack.Sparling present on
roll call: City Manager Zais, City Attorney Andrews, City Clerk
Roberts and Deputy City Clerk'Toney also present : member
Pat Berndt absent and excused.
2. INVOCATION
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by member Barnett.:
3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE'GOOD OF THE ORDER
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It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Carmichael, to' reappoint John Ward
to the Utility Rate Advisory Board. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. Berndt absent. (Mr. Ward's term will expire 7/28/89.) •
It was MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by Carmichael to reappoint Tim
Estes to the Yakima Center Advisory Board. Unanimously carried by
voice vote: Berndtfabsent. (Mr. Estes' term will expire.6 /6/90.)
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Council member Buchanan commented briefly on the minutes of the
June 18th Traffic Safety Advisory meeting which makes reference to
concerns expressed by a commission member with regard to the curves
on South 16th Avenue, south of Washington Avenue. The minutes
state "if the runway is lengthened, this area will not exist." Mr. •
Buchanan stated, as a member of the Yakima Air' Terminal Board, he
is unaware of any plans to extend the runway'and felt staff should
be advised of this.
4. s CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Beauchamp referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda,
questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from
either Council members or citizens present. It was the consensus
of the Council that Item #9 be added to the Consent Agenda, as
_ .requested by Council member Carmichael. 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. Berndt absent. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an
asterisk ( *) indicate items on the Consent Agenda handled under
one motion without further discussion.)
5. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Peg Grover, 204 South 48th Avenue, requested Council consider
resolving the following concerns: 1) The possibility of painting a
crosswalk in front of Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital on Tieton
Drive, 2) Installation of a traffic light at 48th & Tieton; 3) A
clearview problem caused by a recently installed fence and
retaining wall on the northeast corner of 48th Avenue & Tieton
Drive. Council member Foy requested staff investigate the concerns
of Mrs. Grover and report back to Council with recommendations for
a solution.
Arthur Grover, 204 South 48th Avenue, also expressed concerns
regarding the attitude of motorists toward pedestrians in
crosswalks. He stated, "he has never lived in an area where
crosswalks are so ignored ". He shared with Council the manner in
which the state of California has dealt with the same problem,
stating once a pedestrian has set foot off the curb, any motorist
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failing to yield the right -of -way is cited. He added he is not
suggesting Yakima adopt this policy, however, he would like to see
crosswalks made safer for those using their:
City Manager Zais addressed Mrs. Grover's' inquiry regarding the
installation of a "traffic light at 48th Avenue ' &• Tieton Drive,
stating . this was addressed in a report which was 'accepted on
today's'. Consent Agenda. He indicated the traffic signal has been
• ordered and staff is currently' awaiting its delivery: Staff hopes
to have'thesignal installed and. operational by August 1st. -"
Council member Carmichael expressed concern with the minutes of the
June 18th Traffic Safety Advisory meeting wherein the statement is
made "staff _members maintained their position of not '- painting
crosswalk areas ". She indicated that. all of crosswalks which
have been painted need to be maintained; and requested a report on
staff's policy of not painting sidewalks. -
Neal Coffey, 11 North 90th Avenue, representing Easy Enterprises,
appealed to Council on behalf of amusement machine operators
throughout - the °'City of Yakima requesting a reduction' in the
regulatory',license fee. Following further discussion, staff was
directed..to meet with Mr. Coffey for a' review of the situation,
then bring a full report back to Council.
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6. HEARING'ON RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO CREATE PRIDEVIEW EXTENSION
SEWER LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (SEE ORDINANCE CREATING
' NO. 1042 )
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Rita Germunson, Office Engineer, reviewed the staff report and
recommendation and responded to Council's inquiries regarding this
L.I.D. Council member Barnett' stated a written protest has been
distributed to•Council'today from'Mrs. Eddie Torson regarding the
assessment against her property, and'he questioned which parcel of
property she owns. Mrs. Germunson'stated•the south of lot 4,
parcel° number 44480; is' '" the property .owned by Mrs. Torson. She
explained that several months prior to formation'of the Van iWechel
Sewer L.I.D.', • it was necessary for Mrs. Torson to have her septic
system repaired, thus negating the need for her to participate in
• the Van Sewer L.I.D. Mrs. Germunson explained that Mrs.
• Torson was brought into the Prideview Sewer L.I.D due to .the fact
that 80% of the property owners favor its formation. The!•hearing
• having been opened for public comment,'Mrs. Torson, 215..South 67th
Avenue, addressed Council stating.the assessment for her property
is greater, than -that iof her neighbors - to - the ' south.. Discussion
continued in which the 'history of Mrs. Torson's septic 'system
problems were reviewed. Council member Carmichael asked Mrs.
Germunson to explain the time period'in which the property owners
are required to pay for their assessed value :of - the L.I.D. Mrs.
Germunson explained that property owners are -asked to repay their
assessed amount over a 10 year period. Mayor Beauchamp having
closed the public hearing, and the ordinance having been read by
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adopt the Ordinance creating the Prideview Sewer L.I.D.
Unanimously carried by roll call vote. Berndt absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2973, AN ORDINANCE providing for the improvement of
certain property by constructing a pipe sewer with the necessary
Wye branches : :and. manholes; establishing a Local Improvement
District, iproviding for -the "method of payment _thereof, 'and creating
a` special •fund: :
7. PUBLIC'MEETING TO" CONSIDER REPORT FROM HEARING EXAMINER" REGARDING A
REZONE - REQUEST ' BY FRANK RATAEZ YK FOR PROPERTY < AT° 1218 SOUTH 6TH
STREET '
Prior "to the hearing being opened for public• testimony,
member Barnett questioned the interpretation of section
15.23.030.6 of the Urban Area Zoning Ordinance regarding action by
the legislative body, stating, "this `section appears somewhat
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restrictive ". He read .from the Ordinance's as follows: "Upon
receipt of the Hearing Examiner's recommendation for approval of a
proposed rezone the legislative body shall hold a public meeting
and affirm or reject the Hearing Examiner's decision ". Mr. Barnett
stated the matter before Council at the present, time has been
recommended for denial and Section 15.23.030.6 does not address the
legislative body acting in the instance the Hearing Examiner
recommends denial of a proposal. City Attorney Andrews indicated
he. was unaware that a question existed regarding-this issue and
suggested continuance of the item to a time certain which would
allow staff the opportunity to analyze the legislation. Council
member Foy expressed concern with this suggestion it will
further delay the pending sale of property which has on the
market for many years. Associate Planner,, - Larry Lehman, stated
staff recognizes the. Ordinance does not address the issue of a
recommendation for denial, however, felt more-of an injustice would
have been done if the matter had not been scheduled for a public
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meeting before 'City Council. Council member Buchanan suggested the
entire block be considered for rezoning from B -1 to CBDS. The
public meeting having been opened for public testimony at this
time, David Ross, 2506 West Chestnut, and representative of
• • Prestige Realty, addressed Council on behalf of the property owner,
Frank Rataezyk, urging approval of the rezone request. Mr. Ross
related this property has been on the market for several years and
there is currently an offer to purchase the property for the
purpose of operating an auto mechanic business. Mr. Ross submitted
a letter from Richard Hahn, an adjacent property owner, indicating
support of the rezone request. Following further discussion
regarding the possibility of rezoning the entire area, and the
process involved to accomplish this, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded
by Barnett, to "schedule a public hearing for August 12, 1986
to hear the proposed. rezone for the Rataezyk • property. Council
member Sparling commented he was of the impression the new Urban
Area Zoning Ordinance was intended to simplify and streamline
matters of this nature. City Attorney Andrews compared the former
Planning Commission process versus the Hearing- Examiner. process.
Council members Buchanan and Carmichael were in agreement that the
Hearing Examiner process is more expeditious, however, in this case
the Hearing Examiner's recommendation was for denial, therefore,
necessitating a public hearing. The question was called for a vote
on the .motion. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Berndt absent.
Council member Carmichael asked •if anything precluded adjacent
property owners from indicating they wish to have their property
considered for rezone.:Code Administration Manager Shampine stated
this could not be accomplished prior to August 12th because the
matter could not be heard by the Hearing Examiner before that date.
Council member ' Sparling stated the' letter from Richard
Hahn indicates he-is supportive of the rezone request as he has
owned 6 lots in that area for 20 years and has been unable to
develop them due to'- current zoning. Council member Buchanan
requested staff furnish Council with maps of the City which have
street names updated on them.
8. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION DAY
COMMITTEE
.Council member.Barnett' indicated he and Mayor Beauchamp have met
• regarding the appointments to the U.S. Constitution Day Committee
and submitted the following names as appointees: Ines -Rice, Chet
Dyer, Helen Turnell, Winifred Sinclair, Florence Hay, Melvin Adams,
Dean Armitage, Lois Hoff, Judge Nicholson and Ray Swenson. He
stated there were three other citizens who expressed an interest in
this project, but did not submit an application. The names of
those individuals are: Deloris Boaz, June Wilson and Geraldine
Vandiver. He stated, if those three individuals are still
interested, their names will be added to the committee. It was
MOVED by Barnett, ' seconded by Foy, that the above named
individuals be appointed to the conanittee• to plan appropriate
activities and celebrations in connection with the Constitution of
the United States. The question was called for a vote on the
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motion. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Berndt .absent.
Council member- Carmichael requested the committee report back to
Council as to their selection of a chairperson for the Committee.
Council member Foy recognized Ines Rice as the driving force behind
the.formation of•this committee, and suggested she be the recipient
of today's proclamation. Ines Rice, 4409 Arlington, informed
Council the Historical Society (of Portland) is bringing the Magna
Charta to Portland for viewing beginning July 15th for a four month
period. She indicated there are only four of these documents
available and encouraged Council members to take advantage of the
opportunity to view the Magna Charta. Mayor Beauchamp asked the
other members of the Committee to stand and be recognized prior to
reading the proclamation and presenting it to Mrs. Rice.
*9. REPORT FROM DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND BUDGET REGARDING STATUS OF
REVENUE SHARING PAYMENTS AND ALLOCATIONS •
The report and staff recommendation to prepare an ordinance
appropriating FRS funds to other departments as requested, was •
accepted and approved.
10. REPORT FROM DEPARTMENT • OF FINANCE AND BUDGET REGARDING SECOND
QUARTER 1986 BUDGET STATUS (ACCEPT AND FILE REPORT)
City Manager Zais stated the report is self - explanatory and
indicated staff is present to respond to questions Council might
have. Council member Carmichael informed fellow Council members
she attended a meeting.of the Governor's Intergovernments Relations
Committee.last Wednesday and voiced concerns regarding the sales
tax issue. She indicated Governor Gardner requested a report
regarding the concerns of various Washington cities and counties
on this issue, and as soon as the information is available ,.it will
be provided to Council. Council member Barnett referred to Table '
4, stating expenditures for Cable TV and the Convention Center
Tourist Promotion are exceeding their resources. He asked what
measures are being taken by these .two entities to rectify the
situation. He asked the same question concerning the. Sewer and
Water funds. Mr. Zais responded that Cable TV expenditures and
revenues are fairly close in comparison, and staff does not
consider a margin of 5% (or less) to be of concern. He further
explained there have been some extra. expenses in relationship to
the transition the Cable TV department is currently experiencing.
Regarding the Convention Center, Mr. Zais commented expenses are
down relative to the budget, however, it is within close proximity.
He stated the more noteable concern with the Convention Center is
that other Center revenues are at 42.3% for the first six months of
the year. Council member Sparling referred to Table 6 requesting
clarification on the $466,926 expenditure for liability insurance
coverage. Mr. Zais explained this amount has been paid to the
insurance .company, however , approximately $180,000 will be
reimbursed to the City as a result of the decision that the City
become self - insured Council member Sparling commented he is also
concerned with the revenues of the Convention Center, adding if
this trend continues, the Center will be out of money prior to the
end of the year. Bob Wheeler, Accounting Manager, stated the
Convention Center is aware that Center revenues.are down and they
are monitoring the situation closely. Council member Foy asked
when Council may expect.a monthly report from the Transit. Division
regarding Transit operations. City Manager Zais stated,there was a
special memorandum updating the "loop route system" in last weeks
packet..to.Council. He stated he Would inquire as to the delay of
the monthly Transit reports. It was MOVED by Barnett, seconded by
Carmichael, to accept the report. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. Berndt absent. •
*11. REPORT FROM DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
REGARDING MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE POLICY
The staff report and recommendation to accept-the amended Minority
• Business Enterprise'Policy, was accepted and approved..
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*12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING .EXECUTION OF AN INTERLOCAL
PURCHASING AGREEMENT. WITH THE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION
RESOLUTION.NO. D -5274, A RESOLUTION authorizing the.execution of an
Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with the State
of Washington, Department of Transportation for the purchase of •
computer goods and services for the City.
*13. REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND BUDGET:
A. JUNE 1986 TREASURY,_ REPORT {STANDARD MOTION V -A - ACCEPT
AND APPROVE REPORT) •
The report from the Director of Finance and Budget dated July 22,
1986 regarding the investments of the City of Yakima, was accepted
and approved.
B. SECOND QUARTER INSURANCE CLAIMS REPORT (ACCEPT AND FILE
REPORT)
The report.from the Department of Finance and Budget regarding the
second quarter insurance claims status was accepted for filing.
*14. REPORT FROM DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND UTILITIES .REGARDING
SECOND QUARTER 1986 CIP PROJECT STATUS
The report from the Department of Engineering and Utilities, dated
July 14, 1986 regarding the second quarter.1986 Capital Improvement
Project status, was accepted for filing.
*15. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1986 BUDGET AND
APPROPRIATING .FUNDS FOR EXPENDITURE WITHIN THE SEWER OPERATING
BUDGET (SECOND READING)
An Ordinance amending the 1986 Budget and appropriating funds for
services provided by the Water Department in 1981 having been read
by title only at the previous meeting, was brought before the
Council for a second'reading..
ORDINANCE NO. 2974, AN amending the 1986 budget for the
City of Yakima; and making an appropriation in the Sewer Fund for
expenditure during 1986:
*16. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TRAFFIC CODE RELATING TO
PARKING CONTROLS IN THE VICINITIES OF EISENHOWER HIGH SCHOOL AND
LIONS POOL .
ORDINANCE NO. 2975, AN ORDINANCE relating to traffic control;
prohibiting parking. at all times on certain streets; 'prohibiting
parking during certain hours on certain streets; limiting parking
time on certain, streets; and amending Sections 9.50.050 and
9.50.060, and enacting new Section 9.50.075, all of the City of
Yakima Municipal Code.
17. OTHER BUSINESS. •
City Manager Zais informed Council he has directed certain
administrative actions to be taken with respect to expenditure
containment and cost reduction for the remainder of the year to
insure an adequate cash flow and cash savings for carryover into
1987.
Information Items
Items of information supplied to Council were: Memo from Housing
Supervisor regarding Minority Business Report. 7/17/86; Memo fram
Cable Communications Coordinator regarding 'Franchise Fees and the
Sunnyside, Wa. court case. 7/11/86; Letter from Office Of Rural &
Farmworker Housing expressing appreciation for the City of Yakima's
contribution of four sites for Sunset Terrace. 5/8/86; Letter
from Association Of Washington Cities regarding the AWC Insurance
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Pool Project_Status Report. 7/2/86; Letter from Association of
Washington Cities thanking the Code Administration Manager for his
participation in the recent ANC Annual Convention. 7/11/86;
Minutes of the June 24, 1986 Utility Rate Advisory Board Meeting;
and Minutes of the June 18, 1986 Traffic Safety Advisory Commission
Meeting.
18. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION
It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan, to move into
- Executive Session for approximately 40 minutes for the purpose of
discussing pending litigation and immediately adjourn thereafter.
Unanimously carried by voice vote. Berndt absent.
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19. ADJOURNMENT
Following the completion of the Executive Session, the meeting was
adjourned at the hour of 4:00 p.m.
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