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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/11/2016 - City Council - City Council Meeting Minutes - Steven C LacyREGULAR SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL CONVENED MAYOR STEVEN C. LACY, PRESIDING OCTOBER 11, 2016 6:30 P.M. ROLL CALL Mayor Steven C. Lacy Councilmember Tim Detering Councilmember Chuck Johnson Councilmember John Sterk Councilmember Harry Raab Councilmember Sandra McCourt Councilmember Wayne Barnhart EMPLOYEES IN ATTENDANCE City Attorney Devin Poulson City Clerk Dana Barnard Assistant Police Chief Dan Reierson Community Development Director Lori Barnett Finance Director Nick Gerde Public Works Director/City Engineer Greg Pezoldt Events Coordinator Dan White Executive Secretary/Accounting Assistant Teresa Allen Clerical Assistant Shawn Murison Mayor Lacy noted that Councilmember George Buckner passed away on Friday, October 7, 2016. He ® asked for a moment of silence in honor of George. He then announced that the funeral would be held Wednesday, October 12, 2016, at 2 p.m. PROCLAMATIONS) United Way Month Mayor Lacy read a Proclamation designating October 2016 United Way Month. The proclamation was presented to Executive Director Alan Walker of the United Way of Chelan and Douglas Counties, Wenatchee Police Chief Steve Crown, and retired Wenatchee Police Chief Tom Robbins. Make A Difference Day Mayor Lacy read the Proclamation designating October 22, 2016, as Make A Difference Day. The proclamation was presented to Margie Kerr, and Laurel Helton. It was noted that there is an additional project in East Wenatchee happening on Sunday, October 23, 2016, to help clean up 19t' Street, pulling weeds, goat heads, etc. PRESENTATIONS) LINK Transit, Eric West — Strategic Plan Project Mr. West gave a PowerPoint presentation regarding "ThinkLink, Our Future, Our Freedom Our Public Transit, to receive comments from citizens on what they have to say about other modes of transit, funding and fares, routes and frequency, the riding experience, green technology, and faster options. reviewing a look ahead for the future, He invited everyone to complete the survey at www.letsthinklink.or , he encouraged City Council, staff, and the community to participate whether you ride Link or not. CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 11, 2016 PUBLIC COMMENT(S) The following citizens spoke in support of the Apple Capital Loop Trail 75-foot set back: • Emilie Fogle, 1413 Easthills Terrace, East Wenatchee • Cal Fitsimmons, 430 30"' Street NW, East Wenatchee Dan Sarles, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Region Administrator, reviewed a simplified history of the State owned land where the Apple Capital Loop Trail and the Rocky Reach Trail reside, which also included the riverfront property being leased and transferred to the City of East Wenatchee, Douglas County, and Washington State Parks. He also submitted a report from the "Shoreline's Future Vision Group" for Councilmembers and Mayor Lacy to review, which contained supplemental information, noting conclusions, and recommendations of a diverse group of citizens. Shoreline's Future Vision Group stated in the report, that they have a comprehensive understanding of the history, community issues and hopes, restrictions and encumbrances relating to the Loop Trail and the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) corridor lands, and asked that the information in this report be seriously considered by the City, County, and WSDOT as the result of a diverse coalition with the interests of the entire community in mind. DEPARTMENT REPORT(S) Dan White, Events Director - Wings & Wheels Report Events Director Dan White gave an update on the Wings & Wheels event. He distributed an article from The Empire Press that focused on the event. He included photos of the kid's activities, the carnival, helicopter rides, vehicles in the car show, and a Wings & Wheels 2016 wrap-up summary. He personally ® thanked Deb Lacy, and Sally Brawley who were in attendance, noting that the event could not be done without the volunteers gathered by them. He added that the Misawa Delegation attended the event and participated in the cruise that ended at the Hot Rod Cafe in Monitor. Greg Pezoldt, Public Works Director - Construction Report Public Works Director Greg Pezoldt reviewed the 2016 Construction Projects Status Report for October. He noted that they are about $10,000 over budget on the Valley Mall Parkway Parking Lot Project which will require a change order. BUDGET ISSUE(S) Nick Gerde, Finance Director - Budget Status Report Finance Director Nick Gerde noted items that will be addressed at the next Council meeting; A Budget Summary, a public hearing, and first reading of a property tax Ordinance. He said the next Budget Committee meeting will be held on October 20, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. He added a preliminary budget will be sent out to City Councilmembers in advance. MAYOR'S REPORT(S) Mayor Lacy thanked all those associated with the coverage of the Misawa Delegation, as this was the first time he was unable to be involved. He thanked those who participated, and said he appreciates the support he has gotten throughout his surgery and recovery. CONSENT CALENDAR Items listed below were distributed to Councilmember's in advance for study and were enacted in one motion. 2 CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 11, 2016 Council Action: A motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, second by Councilmember Sterk, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. The motion carried, 6-0. 1. Consideration of Minutes — Regular Session, September 27, 2016 2. Consideration of Payables i. 2016 Payables — As of this date, October 11, 2016, Council does approve check numbers 46689 through 46733 in the total amount of $176,523.31. No payables checks were voided. PUBLIC HEARING 16-10-05 The City of East Wenatchee will hold a public hearing to give members of the public approximately equal opportunity to express their opposition to the following ballot measure: PROPOSITION NO. 1 EASTMONT METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS - $4,000,000 Mayor Lacy opened the Public Hearing at 7:38 p.m., hearing no comments; he closed the Public Hearing at 7:38 p.m. RESOLUTION(S) 16-10-06 A Resolution of the City of East Wenatchee, Washington supporting the Eastmont Metropolitan Park District's November 8th, 2016 ballot measure. Proposition 1, to improve and update the Aquatic Center and the playground at Eastmont Community Park. OPresented by: Devin Poulson, City Attorney Council Action: A motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, second by Councilmember Raab, to adopt the Resolution supporting the Eastmont Metropolitan Park District's November 8`h, 2016 ballot measure, Proposition 1. The motion carried, 6- 0. Resolution No. 2016-12 A Resolution of the City of East Wenatchee, Washington supporting the Eastmont Metropolitan Park District's November 8th, 2016 ballot measure, Proposition 1, to improve and update the Aquatic Center and the playground at Eastmont Community Park. ACTION ITEMS) 16-10-07 Employment Agreement for Legal Services. Presented by: Devin Poulson, City Attorney Council Action: A motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, second by Councilmember Detering, to authorize the Mayor to execute the Contract. The motion carried, 6-0. 16-10-08 Discussion continued from October 10, 2016 public hearing regarding the approval of Ordinance 2016-17. An Ordinance of the City of East Wenatchee amending the East Wenatchee Municipal Code Section 12.53.030 and adding a new Chapter 17.50 to establish a Loop Trail Overlay District. Presented by: Lori Barnett, Community Development Director 3 CITY OF EAST WENATCHEE COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 11, 2016 COUNCIL REPORT(S) Council Action: A motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, second by Councilmember Barnhart, to set aside the decision on this for further review. The motion carried, 6-0. Councilmember Johnson said he was asked by City Clerk Dana Barnard to fill in for Councilmember Buckner at the Economic Development District (EDD) meeting in Chelan, tomorrow at 9 a.m. He said he is unable to attend, and asked Council if there was anyone else who could dill in. Councilmember Barnhart and Detering stated they were unable to attend. Mayor Lacy asked City Clerk Dana Barnard to contact the EDD, and inform them of the situation. The following reports/minutes were submitted in writing prior to the City Council meeting. • Mayor Lacy — Minutes from the Chelan -Douglas Transportation Council meeting held on September 8, 2016. • Councilmember Barnhart — Minutes from the Rivercom 911 Administrative Board meeting held on September 14, 2016. ADDITIONAL ITEM(S Daniel Sarles, Region Administrator for Washington State Department of Transportation — Letter of concern to County Commissioners regarding Resolution TLS 16-36A, Loop Trail Overlay, and the proposed fencing restrictions, sent September 26, 2016. Citizen complaints and concerns in relation to noxious material, and hazardous liquids that are transported and spilled throughout the City from trucks coming from Wenatchee Sand & Gravel, causing pollution and a hazardous situation to residents of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee, sent September 28, 2016. Tami Yager, Manager, Waste Management — Email regarding an increase in volume of garbage and recycling collection on some routes, and the need to change the days of collection for approximately 80 Commercial customers in order to rebalance truck loads, sent October 3, 2016. City of East Wenatchee Website report of a general concern regarding severe lack of official sidewalks entering and approaching Wenatchee Valley Mall, along with bike alternatives, sent on October 5, 2016. ADJOURNMENT 8:25 p.m. C. Lgcy —94y£ierk CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Devin Poulson noted there is a brief closed session regarding Union Negotiations.