06-27-95 Minutes
CITY OF YELM
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES, TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 1995, 7:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Agenda/Motion
Numbers
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95-109
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95-110
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95-111
95-112
95-113
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JUNE 27, 1995
1. Mayor Wolf called the meeting to order at 7:30 pm. All present
joined in the flag salute.
Council present: Velma Curry, Amos Lawton, Martha Parsons
and Don Miller. Absent: Bob Gallagher. Visitors: Kristina
Lord, Nisqually Valley News; Kristin Blalack, Yelm-Timberland
Library; and Jim Blundell, Owens Davies Mackie. Dave Wilson,
Lee Orchard, and Sandy Slack. Staff: Shelly Badger, Glenn
Dunnam, Ken Garmann, Cathie Carlson and Agnes Colombo.
Agenda additions/deletions.
MOTION BY DON MILLER, SECONDED BY MARTHA PARSONS APPROVING THE
AGENDA WITH THE ADDITION OF 2A INTRODUCTION BY CHIEF DUNNAM,
9B MEDIC I CONTRACT AND 9C ANIMAL CUSTODY. CARRIED.
a. Chief Dunnam introduced Stacy Denham, Yelm' s newest
police officer. Chief Dunnam hopes a slot will be available
for Officer Denham to attend the academy in August or
September. Officer Denham was welcomed by Mayor Wolf and
Councilmembers.
Minutes of June 14, 1995.
MOTION BY DON MILLER, SECONDED BY MARTHA PARSONS APPROVING
MINUTES OF JUNE 14, 1995 AS PRINTED. CARRIED.
Approval of Payroll
MOTION BY MARTHA PARSONS, SECONDED BY AMOS LAWTON APPROVING
THE PAYROLL FOR JUNE 1995. CARRIED.
5.
Approval of Vouchers.
Voucher 18349 as approved by telephone contact with
Councilmembers on 7/15/95:
MOTION BY MARTHA PARSONS, SECONDED BY DON MILLER APPROVING
PAYMENT OF VOUCHER #18349, TOTALLING $117,780.27. CARRIED.
Vouchers 18352-18358
MOTION BY DON MILLER, SECONDED BY MARTHA PARSONS APPROVING
PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS #18352-18358, TOTALLING $1,959.71.
CARRIED.
6.
Public Hearing - Proposed Zoning Code, Map and Development
Regulations. Mayor Wolf opened the public hearing at 7: 38 pm.
Shelly Badger explained that the zoning code, map and
development regulations must be amended to be consistent with
the adopted Yelm Comprehensive Plan and Joint Plan with
Thurston County which identifies land use within Yelm's growth
area for the next 20 years.
Correspondence entered into the record: (1) Mr. & Mrs. Reeder,
Crystal Springs Rd. concerning replacing a mobile home on
property proposed for R-4 zoning. (2) Richard Jolley, SR507,
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requesting a change from Commercial to Agricultural due to his
intent to use the property for residential uses only and for
property tax relief.
Shelly Badger explained that she spoke with the Thurston Co.
Assessor and that a zone change from R/A to Commercial
generally results in an increase in land value and a decrease
in structure value. The increase experienced by Mr. Jolley
was due to a scheduled and the first reevaluation reflecting
the changed zoning. Surrounding property values and zoning are
components in determining assessed value. Zoning is looked at
first.
At their last meeting, the Planning Commission approved the
zoning map as is with the recommendation that the Reeder
property be added to the R-6 zone. Also approved was the
Zoning Code, Title 17 and accompanying Titles 14, 15 and 16.
Jim Blundell was introduced and gave an overview of Titles 14,
15 and 16. Title 14, Environment changes included SEPA
Ordinance changes that were allowed due to changes in the
State Environmental Policy Act. Changes include: responsible
official, threshold criteria, incorporation of (interim)
Critical Areas Ordinance , with stream buffer /rating additions;
decreased wetlands buffers; addition of Open Space and Parks
Ordinance from the Subdivision Ordinance.
Title 15.40 Concurrency Management. Sets forth requirements
to assure that urban services are in place at the time of
development or that there is a financial plan in place to
provide services within six years, as in the case of
transportation.
Title 15.44 Vesting of Development Rights. Puts a system into
place that is responsive to developers and identifies at what
point the application process is complete.
Title 16 Subdivisions. Changes increase the number of lots
allowed in a short subdivision from four to nine lots.
16.10 Master Plan Review. Moves text to Zoning Code Chapter
17.85.
Chapter 16.12.170 Subdivision. Requires written findings to
insure that urban services are concurrent with development.
Cathie Carlson gave an overview of Title 17, Yelm Zoning
Code, which includes chapters addressing residential,
commercial, industrial, development or overlay, miscellaneous
and administrative sections.
Residential zones are intended to provide housing for a
variety of social and economic needs and include: R-4, 4
units/acre; R-6, 6 units/acre and R-10, 10 units/acre.
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Four Commercial Zones include: Central Business District,
which is geared towards pedestrian traffic; C-1, where
vehicular traffic would be expected; and C-2 (Heavy
Commercial) and C-3 (Large-lot Commercial) which are intended
for heavy vehicle traffic uses.
Two Industrial Zones: Industrial/Warehouse, for lighter uses
and Industrial District. Both are currently identified only
as IIIndustrial1l on the zoning map.
Other sections identify Development/Overlay Zones that augment
or complement the underlying zone and include Planned
Residential Development, Mixed Use Development and
Mobile/Manufactured Homes. Miscellaneous Uses, which would be
evaluated site by site and include Special Uses, Day Care
Facilities, Churches. And Administrative and Enforcement
related sections.
Questions and Comments:
Sandy Slack - suggested that the Central Business District
provide off street parking and making the downtown totally
free of cars.
Cathie Carlson responded that off site parking requirements
are included in the zoning code and that the CBD zone is
intended to be more pedestrian oriented.
Councilmembers Parsons and Miller clarified for Mr. Slack that
the City doesn't control parking, traffic devices etc. on the
two state highways going through the City. While the City may
make a request to DOT, DOT makes the final determination.
Jim Blundell added that contained in the Building/Construction
Title, also being adopted by reference, are requirements for
building and construction of roads, streetlights etc. for new
developments.
Lee Orchard - explained that he would like to open a car lot
next to Dirty Dave's Restaurant. Proposed is a nice,
landscaped facility that would be a benefit to the community.
Mr. Orchard explained that servicing would be provided only
for the autos he would be selling.
Cathie Carlson added that the C-1 zone does not allow this use
outright although there are quite a few related auto services
allowed. Staff isn't clear at this point if Council would
want an auto-sales at a minor or major level in the C-1 areas.
Mayor Wolf identified this as a discussion topic for a brief
work session following the public hearing.
Dave Wilson - pointed out that Mr. Orchard's uncle had the
first auto sales facility in Yelm 40 years ago.
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Shelly Badger added that current uses in the area are more C-2
in nature and that C-1 does not permit auto repair of a minor
nature.
Joe Kendez explained that the C-l zone
appropriate for what they are proposing to do.
are more of a store front facility dependent
access. It would be more retail in nature than
type facility.
was really
Their plans
on drive by
an auto mall
Mayor Wolf added she had spoken with a Planning Commission
member concerning placement of mobile/manufactured homes and
that this individual felt very strongly that the City must
think of affordable housing and pointed out there really
wasn't much difference between the two types considering the
other restrictions including age, width, foundation that exist
in the proposed code.
Being no additional comment, Mayor Wolf closed the public
hearing at 8:27 pm and Council held a short work session.
#1 Minor Auto Sales in a C-1 - Councilmember Miller pointed
out that there was not a lot of difference between permitted
uses in C-1 and C-2 zones. Shelly Badger added that the
intent of the planning commission is that C-2 is meant for
auto mall type of activities. When Mr. Orchard was asked
the maximum number of vehicles expected for his business he
responded that on one acre probably 50-55 because you need
display space. Council consensus was that staff add minor
auto sales with a definition setting a limit on the number of
vehicles permitted.
#2 Mobile/Manufactured Homes Council discussed the
differences, quality and standards of today's product,
Planning Commission views, requirements of M/M homes vs. stick
built and control through "health and safetyll/llquality of
life II areas. Council consensus was that staff make changes to
allow mobile/manufactured homes in any residential zones. If
Council approves the Zoning Code at the 7/12/95 meeting, the
new Code will take effect on 7/25/95.
#3 Jolley request Council discussed spot zoning and
possible effects on property assessment when surrounded by
commercial property. Council consensus was that no zone
change occur. Cathie Carlson added that a tax relief program
exists that may help. She will contact Mr. Jolley with
information.
Minor clarifications/changes: 17.26.2, #8 &19; Set backs 15'
front yard changed to 20' from right-of-way to garage; Mixed
Use Planned Development from allowed commercial uses would
refer back to C-l.
7. Public Comment/Questions - Mayor Wolf explained that speakers
are limited to three minutes and that issues raised during
public comment are taken under consideration and assigned to
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staff to gather information and/or follow-up as appropriate.
Sandy Slade - provided a workup on Olympia's Youth/Teen
Programs. He feels Yelm needs a similar, but less extensive
program. And spoke in support of the arcade.
Mayor Wolf explained that the City works with the UCBO on
Youth Activities and tries to provide for our young people.
8.
New Business:
a. Bob's Tavern Cabaret License Application - Agnes Colombo
explained that the building department has completed an
inspection and approved this use.
MOTION BY VELMA CURRY, SECONDED BY AMOS LAWTON APPROVING THE
CABARET LICENSE APPLICATION FOR BOB'S TAVERN. CARRIED.
b. Resolution 330 - Shelly Badger explained that the alley
extension behind the First Community Bank had never been
properly vacated. This action, would begin the process to do
so by setting a public hearing date.
MOTION BY MARTHA PARSONS, SECONDED BY DON MILLER APPROVING
RESOLUTION 330 SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ALLEY VACATION
REQUEST FOR THE AUGUST 9, 1995 CITY COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED.
c. Ordinance No. 556 - Agnes Colombo explained that approval
would increase the amount of the change/imprest fund to $100.
MOTION BY DON MILLER, SECONDED BY MARTHA PARSONS ADOPTING
ORDINANCE NO. 556 INCREASING THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
CHANGEIIMPREST FUND TO $100. CARRIED.
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Old Business:
a. Executive Session - Mayor Wolf announced that Council
would be going to executive session for approximately 10
minutes to discuss possible litigation and closed the regular
meeting at 9:07 pm. The meeting was reopened at 9:14 pm.
b. Medic I Contract - Mayor Wolf and Shelly Badger have been
working on a Medic I Contract and requested Council's approval
of the direction they were taking. The local district share
is 20%. Yelm's '95 budgeted cost was $33,000, 25% of the
District #2 Medic I budget portion. Figures for calls within
the City support a 3% increase (to 28%) for the '96 budget or
$37 ,500. Straight number of calls should not be the only
criteria as most of the District's Schools are located in the
City. Some adjustment would be needed to reach a fair balance
for service use by City residents. Proposed is that beginning
in '97 the annual amount be based on the average of the past
3 years City calls. The City would also request City
participation in the Districts base budget
preparation/decisions. Councilmembers supported the direction
being taken in negotiations.
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c. Animal Custody - Shelly Badger explained that additional
time was needed and requested extension to the August 9, City
Council meeting.
95-117 MOTION BY DON MILLER, SECONDED BY AMOS LAWTON EXTENDING THE
ANIMAL CUSTODY REPORT TO THE AUGUST 9, 1995 COUNCIL MEETING.
CARRIED.
10. Reports:
a. Planning - A thank you letter to the Yelm Planning
Commission was circulated for Council signatures.
b. Library Report - Librarian Kristin Blalack reported on
May activity including increases in circulation and new
patrons and the Sasquatch presentation.
Ms. Blalack requested Council's feelings on her approaching
the Friends of the Library to see if an interest exists to
place a gazebo or arbor type of structure in the grassy area
by the trees, behind the parking lot. The structure would be
used for activities like story time. This activity is
currently held outside of normal operating hours due to the
distraction it would create to other library patrons. Mayor
Wolf suggested that City Park be considered as an option for
these purposes. Council censuses supported having Ms. Blalack
bring this matter to Friends of the Library for funding
consideration and if approved, bringing plans back to Council
for consideration.
c. Council Liaison Reports
1) City Hall/Court - Mayor Wolf announced that the
Court would be closed on November 27 and 28 to complete the
computer conversion to the DISCUS System and staff training.
2) Public Works - Ken Garmann reported that the parking
lot should be ready to turn over on Friday. Cochrane Park
enhancement project; Road Work - DOT will begin work preparing
Yelm Ave. E. for chip sealing in August and Thurston County is
scheduled to begin work in the 5 corners area. DOT and County
phone numbers have been made available to staff to pass on to
callers. In July, public works staff will begin 3 weeks of
preparation of 2.5 miles of city streets for chip sealing. A
list of the roads to be worked on will be provided. Mayor Wolf
commented on the improvements by Prairie Security Bank.
3) Police - No additional matters for discussion.
d. Mayor - Mayor Wolf reported on attending a Chamber of
Commerce meeting to discuss use of the Yelm Logo; Interview
with a young man from Rainier; Nisqually River Council
Meeting; work session; and that she will be attending the AWC
Convention beginning tomorrow. Mayor Wolf and Shelly Badger
will be gone next week and Mayor Pro-Tem Martha Parsons will
be available. Correspondence received included a letter from
Charlotte Taylor, Lacey City Clerk, concerning the
International Institute of Municipal Clerks Scholarship
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awarded to Agnes Colombo; Thurston County Fair Egg Laying
Contest (contact Agnes); Invitation to participate in the
Tenino Organ Trail Day Parade on 7/22 (contact Agnes);
resignation of Faith Hagenhofer as Yelm's representative to
the Thurston Council on Cultural Diversity and Human Rights;
and appointment of Geraldine Baldwin to the Yelm Historic
Preservation Commission. Mayor Wolf requested more frequent
checks of City Park during the evening hours.
Mayor Wolf announced that the UCBO did not receive funding for
their housing project construction phase. They will reapply
for the next round of funding. Shelly Badger explained that
the funding for the purchase of property to site the UCBO
housing project was on hold until the final funding
distribution is announced. If funding is not awarded for both
the land purchase and the construction phases, no project is
possible and the property purchase award would not be made.
e. Council - Councilmember Curry reported that she met with
the Senior Center Board and they are looking for ways to raise
money.
Councilmember Miller reported on attending a CAPCOM meting and
Law and Justice Council meetings. Chief Dunnam added that
facilities being looked into include a new jail and juvenile
detention center and that bond issues may not be favorably
received.
11. Correspondence was reviewed.
12. Meeting adjourned at 10:05 pm.
K~~~ ~ll~r
Attest:
Clerk
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