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Home My WebLink About12 03 2024 Yelm City Council Study Session Agenda - AmendedWASHINGTON EST. 1924 YELM CITY COUNCIL - STUDY SESSION AGENDA December 3, 2024, 6:00 pm Study Sessions are held in-person at Yelm City Hall 106 2nd Street SE Yelm, WA 98597 and virtually on Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month. Registration is required to attend virtually by selecting the link below: ligps://usO6web.zoom.us/webinar/register/" e3JbvD8sSLm3sGXA9s71 g 1. Discussion Items a. 2024 Beautification Grant Review Presentation b. Traffic Study Presentation c. Legislative Agenda Discussion 2. Mayor's Report 3. Councilmember Initiatives All regular Yelm City Council meetings are recorded. Meetings can be viewed on YouTube, or a copy maybe purchased by contacting the City Clerk's office at 360.458.8816. It is the City of Yelm's policy to provide reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you area person with a disability and in need of reasonable accommodations to conduct business or participate in government processes or activities, please contact Kathy Lin nem eye r, at 360.458.8816 at least four (4) working days prior to the scheduled event. This document was handed out to Councilmembers by citizen Steve Craig during the December 3, 2024 Study Session. Yelm Business Association Beautification Committee Draft Report July 14, 2015 Committee members: Steve Craig, Chair, Anne Wahrmund (retiree & Yelm Planning Commission), Cameron Jayne (Director, Triad Theater), Paul Keesler, (Artist -Sculpture), Bob Droll (Landscape Architect),and Ron Thomas (Architect). Goal: The committee generally agreed that improved beautification of Yelm could contribute to it being perceived more as a "destination city" rather than a "drive by city." Therefore, the goal of the committee is to foster development of a city image that is attractive. memorable. uniaue and leaves its citizens and visitors. alike, with a very positive impression. Objectives: The committee agreed that objectives specific to Yelm beautification need to be articulated and consistent with the overall goal. The following list of objectives was developed and intended to be a reference guide in identifying and prioritizing specific beautification projects. ® Uniqueness— Play to the natural strengths and unique qualities of Yelm and surrounding area. o Crossroads of pathways for Native Americans, pioneering settlers, and modern day travelers. o Historical and modern day pathway to Mount Rainier. Memorable — creates and leaves a very positive impression. This document was handed out to Councilmembers by citizen Steve Craig during the December 3, 2024 Session. • Regional —Yelm serves a large area of south Thurston County and that should be a major consideration. • Nature— (Natural Features in and around Yelm) o Improvements that incorporate natural elements that are unique to Yelm, such as: "Yelm Potatoes" (River Rocks), Oak Trees (Garryanna Oaks), Evergreen Trees (Fir), Prairie Grasses (note association with draught tolerant plants), other? o Views of and path to Mount Rainier o Close proximity of Nisqually River o Surrounded by Prairie (Yelm, "Pride of the Prairie") o Close proximity to Mima Mounds o Wild flowers (camas, etc.) + Healthy Life Style —Yelm has many attributes that relate to having a healthy life style. o Bike/walking trails o Regional athletic Facilities o River rafting o Skateboard park o Fishing o Food co-op (organic food) • .:. o Fitness centers o Alternative wellness + History— Yelm has a rich history that could be communicated and illustrated. o Native American Tribes (Nisqually Tribe) o Pioneers (Tell story in a tangible way) o Mount Rainier Pioneers (P.B. Van Trump, James Longmire, John Muir (founder of Sierra Club), others Urban Outdoor Gathering Space(s) o An outdoor living room (place that brings people together) o A gathering place of Farmers Market This document was handed out to Councilmembers by citizen Steve Craig during the December 3, 2024 Session. o A gathering place of community festivals and celebrations o A starting/ending location for athletic and/or fund raising events o Appealing to visitors/residents of all ages and physical abilities • Pocket parks o Close to residents o Unique features to each pocket park o Readily found and/or viewed by first time visitors to Yelm o Located in various districts of the city • The Arts —Art and artists contribute to the beautification of Yelm o Arts Community—Artist cooperative and possible art institute o Visual o Performing o Musicians/music o Lectures o Film o Art education Others? TESTS FOR GOAL, OBJECTIVES AND SPECIFIC IMPLEMENTATION ACTIONS: GOAL: The above listed GOAL must be durable, meaningful, and transformative. It needs to stand the test of time and have the ability to attain broad based community support. We should be able to test the GOAL to ensure that it can stand up to scrutiny: % We want Yelm to become a Destination City because: o To develop an improved sense of community pride (i.e., "we are more than just a collection of businesses and residences along two state highways...... we are proud of our City and want it to be a destination for businesses, residents and visitors alike.") This document was handed out to Councilmembers by citizen Steve Craig during the December 3, 2024 Session. o It's good for business..... improved business tax revenues provide the opportunity for the City to invest in civic improvements (infrastructure improvements, utility improvements, parks urban amenities, etc.). o Others?? OBJECTIVES. A simple test to determine if an objective is worthy to remain on the list: if the objective is accomplished,....... is it a critical step in helping us to achieve our goal?? IMPLEMENTATION ACTIONS/TASKS Here again, the test to determine if a task should be on the list and, therefore, pursued (via time, energy and money), is to clarify that accomplishing each task will materially help to accomplish the stated objective(s). INITIAL DISCUSSION LIST OF SPECIFIC IMPLEMENTATION ACTIONS/TASKS: This listing has not been ranked, or have rough cost estimates and a time line for each yet been developed. • Art shows (fall and winter) and development of artist cooperative and possible art institute..... YBA declare Yelm and greater Yelm area an "art community".... (colony??) • Develop attractive trail signage and initiate plans to beautify trailhead in Yelm. • Initiate study to determine feasibility of Yelm's old and abandoned water tower becoming an artistic focal point. • Initiate feasibility/cost analysis of installing a fountain display in Mill Pond that would use recycled water to maintain a year around water level. • Develop city entrance "gateways" This document was handed out to Councilmembers by citizen Steve Craig during the December 3, 2024 Session. • Create murals based on approval by the city and participant business owners. • Establish a "Yelm Walk of Fame" that celebrates outstanding contributions made over the years by the citizens of Yelm and the greater Yelm area. FRAMEWORK FOR COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION: ® Solicit input from the community and other municipal and civic organizations (stakeholders) is critical to obtaining the broad consensus needed for the significant effort in time, talent and money that it's going to take over time to help achieve the above include: o Community workshops (informational meetings where attendees get to actively participate). o Community Design Charettes (opportunities for the public to be involved in the design process). o Professional Design Charrettes (AIA RLIDAT or WA Landscape Association/National Park Service weekend Charrette. WASHINGTON CITY OF YELM 2022-2024 YELM COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION GRANT PROGRAM History CITY OF YELM Created May 24, 2022, by Resolution No. 624 to improve neighborhoods and other areas of the community $25,000 Budgeted each year 2022, 2023, 2024 13 Grants have been awarded — Applicants can receive up to $5,000 for large projects and first-time recipients or $2,500 for those who have previously received funds. CITY OF YELM 10 Jan. 2023 Updated and approved by Resolution No. 630 to add a consistent yearly timeline. January Previous year projects are highlighted on City social media accounts February Application process is open and advertised March Applications due by 1st Friday at 5:00 PM Committee review and award recommendation April presented to City Council for final approval September Final projects must be completed by 30th October All reimbursement items due by October 15th . 2 0 2 2 Funding CITY OF YELM The Yelm City Council funded $13,666 in grants as part of AN the 2022 Budget. $4,000 - Mural $4,000 — Paint Commercial Building $1,666— Neighborhood Mailbox Art Wrap $4,000 — Garden/Rock Beautification Mural CITY OF YELM A. I New mural painted on the back of the PTL Flooring building that faces the Yelm-Tenino trail. Paint Buildin THE � - Paint outside of Masonry Cafe with paint colors approved for a historic building. CITY OF YELM THS oLn PrA�gauss Mailboxes wrapped with art on VandI Road. CITY OF YELM Garden Rock Beautification CITY OF YELM New garden rock beautification at Tim's Pharmacy on the corner of 507/510. All new plants were purchased and held in a greenhouse over the winter due to the time the project was completed. 2023 Funding CITY OF YELM The Yelm City Council funded $19,641 in grants as part of the 2023 Budget. $5,000 —Sign Updates $5,000 — Install Sprinkler System $4,641— Pathway Resurfacing $5,000 — Patio Installation ___ WY-- A _ L _ _ CITY OF YELM Update sign as part large beautification project 313 W Yelm Avenue. s Install Sprinkler Svstem h&,..,A f 7711i J 7 CITY OF YELM Install sprinkler system at historic church property located at 204 Jefferson Ave NW. Pathway Resurfacing Resurface the path in the Mountain 7„ Sunrise development that provides } rt accessto public trails. ax. ToCom- s i 5 r C ii is » O CITY OF YELM I I r �iI r•�� j4 ;III wAllim 2024 Funding CITY OF YELM The Yelm City Council funded $22,336 in grants as part of the 2024 Budget. $5,000 — Replace existing single pane windows and door $4,000 —Upgrade landscaping $5,000 — New fence and re -seed grass $4,836 —Sign Upgrades $37500 - Mural Replace Windows and Door CITY OF YELM Replace old single pane windows and side door entrance on CARSTAR building. I E 1j Upgrade Landscaping CITY OF YELM Landscaping building New Fence and Re -seed Grass CITY OF YELM Installation of new black fencing to be compliant with Yelm Municipal Code and re -seed the grass area. f Pi A k �,a r�' 4 F f Pi A k �,a r�' 4 Mural Mural painted on the side of the Bob's Bar and Grill building CITY OF YELM Kathy Linnemeyer, MMC City Clerk kathyl@yelmwa.gov Questions? CITY OF YELM ?*• TRAFFIC & YELM CITY OF YELM Overview CITY OF YELM • Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) • Trip Generation Report • Traffic through the years • What is next? Traffic impact analysis CITY OF YELM • A TIA can always be requested but is required for commercial development and housing over 24+ units. • Trip Generation manual can be used for "cookie" cutter commercial development. • A TIA includes a detailed analysis of nearby intersections and proposed impacts. • TIA's are reviewed by an independent 3rd party unrelated to the project. • If an impact is shown to an intersection often the developer will have to pay for improvements. t TIA Example CITY OF YELM O 1 , 1Aw•. �. . � 55°ro . PAA PEAK HOUR TRIPS 875 _- � � w• �•r r INBOUND El VPH OUTBOUND 38 VPH.Y" q+"��,,� v r 0 t. i 4 C }' ri ✓ r Y i' 7#, ..�» h +fit`.+' +.. ./ .- 12.5°' , „ .�, �-F � ,., ._ r , � �, '►' * °,. -, s.w • � .. w' 1 y': ei 1 1 .. s. � +'' � ar T MV" ♦ '�C' .. 'a ei4w �5 �5'�'apMr 4 W 14WF � ` � w w �,wr' `wrt r'` �v✓" rt„ •, � 'M .'d .. =' a •'�s'r ate' r AMit -Yelixi�i Hi=h Gather Ga•stropub a.. .. ...................... r �. Q MA W m Praire Hotel •..................... ....... .. . Bud Fla rn w I t'u'/� a mart Supercen er.� �A '® • .. Safev✓ay �• • � \. -C FIVE CORNERS --- ----�' F.»».»». »... . • • - - ........ ........ . . Where to Next CITY OF YELM Continue construction of interior back roads for City Residents Continue pressing legislature to construct the "Yelm Loop" Continue work on the "Southern Loop" Infrastructure upgrades to add sidewalks and street parking CITY OF YELM