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Agenda/Motion
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CITY OF YELM
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1993
7:30 P.M., CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Kathy
Wolf. All present joined in the flag salute.
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Dunnam, Tim Peterson and Agnes Colombo.
Council present: Don Miller, Martha Parsons and Amos
Lawton. Patty Forrester and Bob Gallagher were unable to
attend. Guests present: Barb and Robin Wood, Jean James,
Jesse Isaacs, Jean Issacs, Lyle Sundsmo, Adam Rivas, Gail
Re nolds and Jotlrl Thompson Staff: Shelly Badger, Glen
93-198 2. MOTION BY AMOS LAWTON, SECONDED BY MARTHA PARSONS APPROVING
THE AGENDA WITH THE DELETION OF ITEM 7. INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT FOR COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES AND THE ADDITION OF
10. f. MAYOR'S REPORT. MOTION CARRIED.
93-199 3. MOTION BY MARTHA PARSONS, SECONDED BY AMOS LAWTON APPROVING
THE SEPTEMBER 22, 1993 MINUTES AS WRITTEN. MOTION CARRIED.
93-200 4. MOTION BY MARTHA PARSONS, SECONDED BY AMOS LAWTON APPROVING
PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS #15143 - #15241 IN THE AMOUNT OF
$749,241.83. MOTION CARRIED..
5. Jean James expressed her concern about the emissions from
Lasco. After speaking with individuals at the Olympic Air
Pollution Control Authority, Department of Ecology and
Sierra Club she determined that styrene, while not required
by the EPA to be monitored, was on the list of compounds
targeted by the Washington Toxic Coalition as being a
carcinogen and causing birth defects. She questioned the
logic in not allowing people to use wood stoves to keep
their homes heated during weather inversions but allowing
industrial emissions to continue during such periods. She
indicated that she doesn't want to shut down Lasco, but felt
that the issue needed to be addressed.
Lyle Sundsmo, Lasco, Industries, stated that styrene had
been studied for many years and that it had not been
determined that it is a carcinogen. In the late 1980s,
OSHA/National Institute for Occupational Health and an
international panel of experts concluded that styrene is not
a carcinogen. He explained that the compound will on a
clear, sunny day biodegrade into carbon dioxide and water in
a few hours. He also explained that technology exists to
neutralize the associated odor, but that due to
contradictions in Washington State Law, Lasco has not been
able to take advantage of the technology.
Lyle Sundsmo and Jean James agreed to work together in
obtaining additional information on available technology and
in determining appropriate contacts.
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Mayor Wolf requested that Shelly
together to determine the role of
thanked those involved for their
Barb Woods requested that
available earlier and that
locations around the city.
public notices appear in the
addition to the required legal
Badger and Don Miller ~a~ -- ~ .~
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input and involvement.
future meeting agendas be
they be posted in various
She would also like to see
paper in a text format in
form.
Mayor Wolf explained that it was not uncommon to have only
one or two items on the agenda two weeks prior to the
meeting and that the agenda can change daily. Agendas could
be posted in some locations. Agnes Colombo added that the
city will be looking at purchasing an outdoor bulletin
board, during the '94 budgeting process and that anyone
wishing to receive an agenda for posting or for their own
use could be added to the city's mailing lists.
John Thompson added that he believed that the time was
approaching when the city could pick and choose which
companies could come into the city. He also mentioned how
much he enjoyed Yelm's presentation at the last Chamber of
Commerce meeting.
Barb Woods stated that King County had recently adopted a
bicycle helmet law and that she would like to see a similar
ordinance here. Discussion took place concerning the
practicality of enforcement of such an ordinance. Chief
Dunnam added that such an ordinance would apply only to
adults and that the bike rodeo was held each year in an
attempt to teach children bicycle safety. Adam Rivas
questioned enforcement and added that with the burden on
police departments due to increased crime, gang activity
etc. he wasn't sure this would be the best use of available
resources.
Mayor Wolf requested that staff contact AWC to obtain a copy
of the King County Ordinance.
Barb Wood questioned progress on the Yelm Creek/Ft. Stevens
footbridge and requested that the city consideration
installation of a water spigot in the area.
Shelly Badger explained that the design had been completed
and the grant extended. Fort Lewis will perform the work.
Mayor Wolf added that she felt a combination water
spigot/fountain would be a good addition and staff could
look into the possibility.
Intergovernmental Agreement for Communication Services -
deleted, waiting for arrival of new contract.
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" ~~ ~ '8 . New Business :
~~®~-~'~ a. Mayor Wolf told Councilmembers that an invitation to
the Thurston Co. Housing Authority Annual Dinner Meeting on
10/20/93 was available if anyone was able to attend.
9. Old Business:
a. Skateboard Information - Chief Dunnam thanked the young
people that had been working with him on the committee and
presented a booklet of information to each Councilmember.
The Chief pointed out that there was a difference of opinion
between the city attorney and insurance company. According
to the Chief there are two skateboard parks operating in the
state, one in Seattle and one in Moses Lake.
b. The Sewer Service Boundary discussed at the last
meeting will be scheduled for public hearing at the 10/10/93
meeting.
c. Chief Dunnam explained the inspection of traffic
problem areas he and DOT Traffic Planning Engineer Jeff
Moore had made and the resulting letter to DOT requesting
assistance. Addressed in the letter was installation of a
traffic light at Third and Yelm Avenue and taking measures
to improve traffic flow at and approaching the Yelm
Avenue/First Street intersection. Evaluation showed that
improvements could be made by achieved through striping and
that left hand turns being made too close to the
intersections, as well as vehicles passing on the right,
were creating problems. Plastic posts have been delivered by
DOT for public works to install on First Street South.
Chief Dunnam pointed out that some business owners felt that
the no left turn would harm their business. He feels that
any reduction in the volume of business will be temporary
until people adjust to the changes. Councilmembers
expressed concern and suggested that a newspaper article
could be used to publicize the barrier installation and also
alert business customers to the changes and direct them to
the best alternate routes.
93-201 MOTION BY AMOS LAWTON, SECONDED BY DON MILLER TO PROCEED
WITH INSTALLATION OF BARRIERS AT YELM AVENUE AND FIRST
STREET SOUTH. MOTION CARRIED.
d. Resolution No. 299 - Agnes Colombo explained that
,Resolution 299 confirms that FCC Rate Regulations will be
followed by Yelm in its regulation of basic service rates
and charges; that reasonable opportunity for consideration
of the views of interested parties will be ensured; and
identifies the Yelm Chief Administrative Officer or designee
to file any necessary forms.
93-202 MOTION BY DON MILLER, SECONDED BY AMO5 LAWTON ADOPTING
RESOLUTION NO. 299 PROVIDING FOR THE REGULATION OF BASIC
SERVICE/EQUIPMENT. MOTION CARRIED.
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10. Reports: ~~®., ~~;~
a. Planning/Engineering - Shelly Badger reported that
Development Standards were still being produced and that
Mark Cook had been spending time working with public works
on inspections/training.
In response to questioning Shelly Badger explained that
realignment was not planned for the Vancil Road/Yelm Ave.
intersection. Current problems encountered when making a
left hand turn from Vancil onto Yelm Avenue will be reduced
by the traffic light controlling Nisqually Plaza, Vancil Rd.
and Yelm Ave. traffic.
b. Parks Advisory Board - Rotter Buick/Oldsmobile
requested use of the park on a Saturday or Sunday in October
or November to hold an auto exhibition/sale. The Park Board
recommended approval for the water tower area only. When
questioned Tim Peterson agreed that the area by the water
tower or the parking area on the south side of the park
would be the best areas for this purpose. At this time of
the year vehicles could damage the park grounds.
93-203 MOTION BY DON MILLER, SECONDED BY AMOS LAWTON APPROVING THE
ROTTER BUICK/OLDSMOBILE REQUEST FOR AN AUTO EXHIBITION/SALE
TO BE HELD IN EITHER THE AREA BY THE WATER TOWER OR IN THE
PARK'S SOUTH PARKING LOT. MOTION CARRIED.
c. Sewer Update - Shelly Badger explained that staff was
working on the cash flow system at this time.
d. Police Report - Chief Dunnam reported that Youth
Appreciation Day was not as well attended as he had hoped
but that next year would be better. He also said that some
of the young people had put on an excellent skateboard
demonstration.
The Chief explained that the new staff car, an '82 Chrysler
Lebaron convertible, was taken as part of a drug seizure and
can't be disposed of until April of 1994. In the interim
the city will make use of the vehicle.
e. Public Works - The cost will probably not be as great
as expected for the repair/repainting of the water tanks.
Final amount will probably be in the neighborhood of
$107,000 plus engineering. City staff will begin looking
for grant funding to help with the costs.
Council was requested to approve an extension of a temporary
part time Public Works position to temporary full time
through 1993. The extended position would include meter
reading responsibility. One week per month is already
budgeted for the meter reader position and Shelly Badger
felt confident that the rest of the funds could be covered
in the existing budget.
93-204 MOTION BY DON MILLER, SECONDED BY MARTHA PARSONS APPROVING
THE COMBINED METER READER AND PARK LABORER POSITION AS A
TEMPORARY FULL TIME POSITION THROUGH 1993. MOTION CARRIED.
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® ®~~`~'~= Shelly Badger explained that the Yelm Avenue project
realignment for 103rd will require that existing trees be
removed to accommodate drainage and sidewalks. Replanting
and landscaping are planned. Council approval was requested
for removal of the trees and for the waterline approval.
93-205 MOTION BY DON MILLER, SECONDED BY AMOS LAWTON APPROVING
REMOVAL OF TREES ON 103RD FOR SAFETY REASONS AND AL50
APPROVING THE WATERLINE. MOTION CARRIED.
f. Mayor's Report - Mayor Wolf briefed Councilmembers on
recent meetings/activities including: the appointment of
Steve Smeback to the Yelm Parks Advisory Board, Faith
Hagenhofer's Cultural Diversity report, letters to Roberta
Longmire and Emma Jean Lemoine requesting the assistance in
keeping the City apprised of Senior Center and Rainier
Apartment status, participation in a NVN article concerning
the upcoming Hazo Day scheduled for 10/23/93, the Yelm
Senior Center, the Olympia Airport terminal opening that she
and Martha Parsons had attended, the team entered in the
Heart Walk, the Thurston Co. Leadership Tour, Thurston Co.
Transportation and Regional Planning, a sewer meeting and
the Yelm Chamber of Commerce meeting. Mayor Wolf
complemented Shelly Badger and Ty Peterson for their
presentation to Chamber members and recognized all staff
members for their dedication.
11. Correspondence - was reviewed.
12. Meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m.
ATTEST:
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Aries P. Colombo, City Clerk
Kathryn M. Wolf, Mayor
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