HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-22-2023 YPC MinutesCity of Yakima Planning Commission (YPC) Meeting Minutes
February 22, 2023
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Mary Place, Colleda Monick, Rob
McCormick, Frieda Stephens
YPC Members Absent: Lisa Wallace, Leanne Hughes -Mickel (both excused),
Staff Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager, Eric Crowell, Senior Planner,
Sara Watkins, City Attorney, Eva Rivera, Planning Technician
Staff Announcements — Planning Manager, Calhoun announced the following:
• Land Use Fees become effective 03/01/2023.
• Associate and Assistant Planner positions have closed.
• Title 15 updates are being compiled to begin the public process.
February 8 2023 Meeting Minutes — It was motioned by Commissioner Monick and seconded
by Commissioner Stephens to approve the meeting minutes of February 8, 2023, as presented.
The motion carried unanimously.
2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Opening — It was motioned by Commissioner Monick
to open the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendment and seconded by Commissioner Place. The
motion carried unanimously.
HAP Implementation — Phase 2: MixedUse Permitting — Calhoun presented an update on
track changes to the definition of Downtown Business District Exempt area, fencing, and building
height and the wording added to section 6. Chair Liddicoat suggested changes in the section of
the blank wall. The commission agreed with the changes.
Title 15 Update — Chapter 15.29: Wireless Communication Facilities — Senior Planner Eric
Crowell provided the commission with information on proposed amendments to 15.29. Some of
the changes are for design standards, application requirements for modifications, and updating
timelines for review. Chair Liddicoat asked about the difference between a major and a minor
modification. Commissioner Monick asked about stealth requirements on cell towers. Crowell
answered there were requirements in specific districts.
Public Comment - None
Other Business —.Chair Liddicoat brought up his concern about the length of time it is taking to
get an answer from airport staff. Calhoun replied he hoped to have something for next month's
meeting.
Adiourn —A motion to adjourn to March 8, 2023, was passed with a unanimous vote. The meeting
adjourned at approximately 3:31 p.m.
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This meeting was filmed by YPAC. Minutes for this meeting submitted by: Eva Rivera
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