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AUGUST 26, 1986
BUSINESS MEETING
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, and Deputy
City Clerk Toney also present. Council member Pat Berndt absent
and excused.
2. INVOCATION
The Invocation was given by Mayor Beauchamp.
Mayor Beauchamp stated there are several Boy Scouts in the audience
to observe todays Council meeting as a part of earning points
toward their Eagle Badges.
3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE'ORDER
Council member Barnett mentioned that a meeting with the County
Commissioners is to be scheduled in. "the near,future for the purpose
of discussing proposed changes in the Urban Area Zoning Plan.
He stated he would like Council to have the opportunity to discuss
these proposed changes prior to the meeting with the County
Commissioners. It was the consensus of the Council that this issue
be placed on the September 2nd Study Session for discussion
purposes. Council member Sparling asked if changes made in the
Zoning Ordinance would have to be republished. _City Attorney
Andrews indicated just the Section or subsection changes would have
to be republished.
Mayor Beauchamp commented he had driven on Nob Hill Boulevard last
evening and noted a tremendous amount of dust in the
construction area. He asked if the contractor is responsible for
watering the area to minimize the dust problem. Dennis Covell,
Director of Engineering and Utilities, responded affirmatively,
adding that staff has spoken to the contractor regarding this
matter, however, he will notify him again.
4. 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 to remove Items Nos. 7 and 17, as requested. The
Deputy 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. .Carmichael temporarily,
absent. Berndt absent. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an
asterisk ( *) indicate items on the Consent Agenda handled under
one motion without further discussion.)
5. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None
6. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION REGARDING HAZARDOUS VEGETATION AND
DEBRIS ABATEMENT PROGRAM
Code Administration Manager Shampine informed Council the
estimated removal cost reflects the $350 penalty requested by
Council as a vehicle to recover the City's true cost to remove the
hazardous debris /vegetation. It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by
Buchanan, that the appropriate resolution be read and adopted.
Unanimously carried by roll call vote. Berndt absent.
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AUGUST 26, 1986
RESOLUTION NO. D -5284, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Code
Administration Manager to clear certain weedy lots.
7. REPORT FROM TRAFFIC ENGINEERING REGARDING NORTH FIRST STREET TWO -
WAY, LEFT TURN LANE, VICINITY OF "E" STREET TO "G" STREET
Hank Hein, Supervising Traffic Engineer, was present to respond to
Council'sinquiries regarding the staff report and recommendation.
Council member Barnett requested to see a drawing of the proposed
changes on the chalk board with an explanation of these
changes. Mr. Hein drew a sketch of the intersection at Lincoln and
North 1st Street showing the removal of parking spaces on the east
side of the street and the addition of a center left /right turn
lane on the north side of the intersection. Council member Foy
expressed concern that a business situated on the east side of the
street had objected to the elimination of parking as that leaves
his business without any on street parking. Council member
Sparling stated he would like to see a drawing of the proposed °
changes versus the current traffic pattern. John Puccinelli, owner
of Mel's Diner, 314 North 1st Street, stated his business would
suffer if the traffic is taken away. Mr. Puccinelli indicated
at one time there was a right turn lane and staff attempted parking
on both sides of the street, however, the street was not wide
enough to allow for this. He indicated the parking places on the
west side of the street are used by tourists who are unfamiliar
with Yakima, and by vehicles pulling trailers, boats, campers, etc.
Council member Carmichael stated she would like to see the proposed
changes on a map as it is difficult for her to visualize them.
The question was also raised as to the necessity of a two -way
left /right turn lane as Lincoln is a one -way street. Following
further discussion, it was MOVED by Sparling, seconded by Foy, to
refer this item back to staff for further clarification and
preparation of a map illustrating the proposed changes, and that
the item be placed on the September 2nd Study Session agenda as a
business item so Council action may be taken. Unanimously carried
by voice vote. Berndt absent.
*8. REPORT FROM DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
REGARDING YAKIMA COUNTY PARTICIPATION IN CABLE TV FACILITY RENTAL
FEES
The staff recommendation to accept the reportand await a
recommendation from the Community Programming Advisory Committee
was accepted.
*9. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT
EXTENSION WITH PRESTON SHEPHERD FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING
SERVICES
RESOLUTION NO. D -5285, A RESOLUTION authorizing the extension of an
agreement with Preston L. Shepherd & Associates, Inc., for
professional engineering services.
*10. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION INITIATING REZONE OF PROPERTY AT 602
SO. 5TH AVENUE AND 306 DIVISION
RESOLUTION NO. D -5286, A RESOLUTION initiating an amendment to the
City zoning map by rezoning property at 602 South 5th Avenue and
306 Division Street in the City of Yakima, Washington.
*11. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION INITIATING REZONE OF PROPERTY ON
SOUTH 6TH STREET
RESOLUTION NO. D -5287, A RESOLUTION initiating an amendment to the
City zoning map by rezoning property in the 1200 and 1300 blocks of
South 6th Street in the City of Yakima, Washington.
*12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO CREATE ENGLEWOOD SCENIC
HOMESITES SEWER LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1043 (SET DATE OF
HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 23, 1986)
RESOLUTION NO. D -5288, A RESOLUTION of intention to create a local
improvement district.
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*13. APPROVAL OF FINAL CONTRACT PAYMENT FOR VAN WECHEL SEWER L.I.D.
NO. 1035 (STANDARD MOTION V -B - ACCEPT PROJECT AND APPROVE FINAL
PAYMENT)
The report from the Director of Engineering and Utilities dated
August 19, 1986 with respect to the completion of the work on the
Van Wechel Sewer L.I.D., performed by Central Concrete & Utilities
was approved, the work accepted and payment of the final estimates
as therein set forth was authorized.
*14. STATUS REPORT ON CBD CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS AND TENTATIVE SELECTION•
OF ECONOMIC MARKETING ANALYSIS CONSULTANT AND CONSIDERATION OF
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATION TO STATE DEPARTMENT
OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
The staff recommendation to accept the report and authorize
submission of an application for $5.,000 pf � grant funds. for an
Economic Market Share Analysis to the'State Department of Community
Development, was accepted. .
RESOLUTION NO. D -5289, A RESOLUTION authorizing an application for
a Local Development Matching Fund Grant.
*15. APPROVAL OF OUT -OF -STATE TRAVEL FOR JEAN REID, PURCHASING AGENT, TO
EDMONTON, ALBERTA.
The Out -of -State travel for Jean Reid, Purchasing Agent, to attend
the Semi Annual Pacific Northwest Public Purchasing Association
Fall Conference in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, October 8 -10, 1986,
at a cost of $538.00, was approved.
*16. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1986 BUDGET AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR AERATION SYSTEM AT THE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT (SECOND READING)
An Ordinance appropriating funds for an aeration system at the
Wastewater Treatment Plant having been read by title only at the
previous meeting; was ,brought before the Council for a second
reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 2980, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1986 budget for the
City of Yakima; and making an appropriation in the 478 - Wastewater
Facility Project Fund.for expenditure during_,1986.
17. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE RELATING 'TO TRAFFIC CONTROL AND
PARKING RESTRICTIONS IN THE VICINITY OF THE YAKIMA AIR TERMINAL
(CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 19, 1986)
Council member Barnett stated he had requested this item be taken
off the Consent Agenda and asked if the businesses along Spring
Creek Road were notified by staff of the pending action. City
Manager Zais indicated they were not notified. It was MOVED by
Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan, that the Ordinance be passed.
Unanimously carried by roll call vote. Berndt absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2981, AN ORDINANCE relating to traffic control;
prohibiting parking on certain streets; and amending Section
9.50.050 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code.
18. CONSIDERATION 'OF AN ORDINANCE REZONING PROPERTY AT 1218 SOUTH 6TH
STREET, AS REQUESTED BY FRANK RATAEZYK
,City Attorney Andrews indicated this Item could not be put on
consent as Council member Sparling was not in attendance at the
public meeting, and had not familiarized himself with the
material presented at that public meeting. It was MOVED by Foy,
seconded by Barnett, that the Ordinance be passed. Unanimously
carried by roll call vote. Sparling abstaining, and Berndt
absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2982, AN ORDINANCE granting a rezone to property
located at 1218 South 6th Street from B -1, Professional Business to
CBDS, Central Business District Support.
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19. APPEAL FROM FIRE PERS BARGAINING UNIT REGARDING 1986 CONTRACT
NEGOTIATIONS
Tony Menke, Negotiator for the City, informed Council that members
of the Local 469 have held twelve normal negotiation sessions
and were unable to reach a contract agreement. State Mediator Rex
Lacy also met with them for six negotiation sessions, and was
unsuccessful in reaching an agreement. Mr. Menke stated the
current proposal is to "rollover" the 1985 contract and commence
negotiations for the 1987 contract. Ron Thomas, President of the
Local 469, read a statement which had been prepared by members of
the bargaining unit and distributed to Council prior the meeting.
Following the reading, it was MOVED by Barnett, seconded by Foy,
that Council recess for approximately 20 minutes and reconvene to
render a decision. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Berndt
absent.
Mayor Beauchamp reconvened the Council meeting, at which time Wayne
Wantland, 107 South 7th Avenue, an Electronic Technician, for the
Fire Department, stepped forward to respond to Council's inquiries.
Council member Barnett stated one of the options presented during
negotiations was a one year contract with a 1 1 /2% increase and
certain changes in language which would have carried through 1986.
He asked why this proposal was rejected. Mr. Wantland stated the
only reason for rejecting the proposal was because it was a one
year contract, and the employees prefer a two year contract which
reduces the amount of time spent in negotiations. Council member
Foy stated he had reviewed the fact sheet pertaining to the
salaries and benefits and feels they are adequate. Therefore, it
was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Buchanan, to affirm the City's Chief
Negotiator, and the City negotiating team's final offer to extend
the 1985 labor contract through 1986, and to have the City's Chief_
Negotiator and negotiating team to begin immediately to negotiate
with the Union negotiation team the 1987 contract. Under
discussion, Council member Foy stated he feels the salary structure
and benefits are comparable to other salaries in the community, and
that the appropriate action has been outlined in his motion. Mayor
Beauchamp stated Council regrets having come to the position of
disagreement with some of the City's valued employees, however,
feels Council must hold to their original position on this issue.
He stressed that the City of Yakima faces financial uncertainty and
encouraged their continued cooperation regarding this matter. The
question was called for a vote on the motion. Carried by 5 -1 voice
vote, Sparling voting nay. Berndt absent. Council member Sparling
stated he feels the City's Chief Negotiator was too generous with
his offer, and that the bargaining unit has not yet recognized that
certain employees within the unit are making much more than other
City employees doing comparable work.`
20. OTHER BUSINESS
City Manager Zais referred to the memo regarding yard sales which
had been included in the Council packet from the Code
Administration Manager. He questioned if it is Council's
desire to have staff prepare an Ordinance pertaining to yard sales.
Council member Foy expressed concern that persons working for the
power or telephone company may be injured due to the fact that
people post yard sale, signs with large nails or spikes and leave
them in the poles. Council member Buchanan stated there are
individuals who hold yard sales every weekend, thus making this a
business, and therefore, should be required to purchase a business
license. Council member Barnett stated he would like to review any
ordinances pertaining to prohibiting the posting of signs. City
Manager Zais stated there is an ordinance which states it is
illegal to post signs, however, there is no ordinance requiring an
individual to purchase a permit to hold a yard sale. Council
member Carmichael stated she would like to address the entire
issue, rather than deal with it on a piece meal basis. It was the
general consensus of the Council that staff address the issue in
its entirety on a future agenda.
AUGUST 26, 1986 375
Information Items
Items of information supplied to Council were: News Release
regarding closure of Nob Hill Boulevard for street construction,
between 3rd Avenue and 16th Avenue. 8/18/86; News Release
regarding temporary street closures for crack filling on Yakima
Avenue from Front St. to 16th Avenue. 8/20/86; Memo from the Code
Administration Manager regarding Yard Sales. 8/20/86; Memo from
the Director of Department of Community and Economic Development
regarding Progress Report on Sale of South Broadway Interceptor to
Union Gap. 8/21/86; Memo from the City Attorney regarding Damage
Claims Referred to Insurance Company. 8/20/86; July 1 -31, 1986
Yakima Center Management Report; and Minutes of the June 18, 1986
Community Programming Advisory Committee meeting.
Council member Buchanan stated the Yakima Center would like to have
another member appointed to the Yakima Center Advisory Commission.
Therefore, it was MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by Foy, to appoint
Bruce Steelman to the Yakima Center Advisory Committee.
Unanimously carried by voice vote. Berndt absent.
21. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING POTENTIAL LITIGATION
It was MOVED by Sparling, seconded by Barnett, to move into
Executive Session for approximately five minutes for the purpose of
discussing potential litigation and immediately adjourn
thereafter. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Berndt absent.
22. ADJOURNMENT
Following the completion of Executive Session, the meeting was
adjourned at the hour of 4:00 p.m.
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