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Home My WebLink About2023.12.04 Council Meeting Handout from James Carmody of B4 Development & Consulting��.► � 5� p -t- l z , y . 2�2� RECIND Ordinance No. 4701 p�. , 1,� SIGNATURES F'� Col The following individuals are prominent figures in the construction and development industry in the Tri -Cities area and beyond all asking to rescind Ordinance No. 4701: 1. James Sexton - President of JMS Homes, overseeing the development of Osprey Pointe. 2. Duane Howard - President of Big D's Construction. 3. Steve Bauman - CEO of B4 Development and Consulting, LLC. 4. Steve West - President of West Family, LLC, and a landowner and developer. S. Trinidad Garibay - Owner of Elite Construction. 6. Dave Retter - Owner of Retter & Co. Sotheby's Realty. 7. Dave Swisher - Developer of Madison Park and several other projects in Pasco. 8. John Keltch - Managing Broker with Windermere Group One. 9. Jeff Kelly - Owner of J&J Kelly Construction. 10. Todd Kidwell - Land and Business Owner 11. Butch Lindstrom - Business Owner 12. Clint Kelly - Business Owner 13. GeneBartley- Developer 14. Michael J. Angelo - Property Owner 15. Dean Bushey- Business Owner 16. Harden Terrel - Business Owner 17. Steve Welch - Business Owner 18. Cory Mathison 19. Jack Bunger - Builder 20. Mark Story- Retired Business Owner 21. George Dockstader- Desert Hills Realty 22. Mark Dalton - 23. Jeff Losey - President of the Home Builders Association (HBA) 24. Earl Blasdel - Property Owner 25. Viola Blasdel - Property Owner 26. Michael Blasdel - Property Owner 27. Jeanne Blasdel - Property Owner 28. Jake Blasdel - Property Owner 29. Eric Weinheimer- Ag Com Real Estate LLC, Designated Broker 30. Lindsey Collette - Property Owner 31. Harold Worsham - Property Owner 32. Mark Richardson - Property Owner 33. Edward Lopez - Property Owner 34. Johnny Martinez - Property Owner 35. Trevor Gamache - Property Owner 36. Lonnie Blasdel - Property Owner 37. Allen Olberding - Property Owner 38. Randy Mullan - Land Owner, Developer 39. Kevin L. Howes - Land Development Manager 40. Charles Laird - Managing Member, Tippett Company 41. Bob Tippett- Managing Partner, Tippett Company ROBERT C. TENNBY MEYER, FLUEGGE & TENNEY, P.S. MARK D. WATSON* ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS JEROME R AIKEN* 230 SOUTH SECOND STREET, SUITE 101 JOHN A. MAXWELL, JR P.O. BOX 22680 PETER M. RITCHIE** YAKIMA, WASHINGTON 98907-2680 JAMES C. CARMODY *Also admitted in Oregon **Also admitted in Oregon & Virginia November 29, 2023 City of Pasco City Council City Hall 525 N. Third Ave. Pasco, WA 99301 JACOB A LARA ROBERT S. URLOCKER PARDIES ROOHANI HARLEY MONTOYA NICHOLAS FRONTIN Subject: Request for Rescinding Ordinance No. 4701 - Water Rights Acquisition Fee Amendment Dear City Council Members: The purpose of this letter is to express our concern regarding the recent amendments made to the Pasco Municipal Code concerning the Water Rights Acquisition Fee. While acknowledging the need for responsible governance and fiscal management, we believe the impact of this ordinance on the community requires a more comprehensive, inclusive and transparent process. We respectfully request that the City Council rescind Ordinance No. 4701. We understand the importance of balancing regulatory measures with community needs. This issue involves the delicate balancing of water resource management, affordable housing, and property rights and interests. We are troubled by the Iack of proper public input in the formulation of this ordinance. Meaningful public engagement is vital to a healthy democratic and transparent process. Ordinance No. 4701 was adopted at a special meeting without adequate notice. The timing of the ordinance's passage, just before the seating of a newly elected council, raises concerns about the democratic legitimacy of the decision. We request the Council, in the spirit of fairness and transparency, consider delaying any irreversible actions until the new council is properly seated and has had an opportunity to thoroughly review the ordinance. We support an expedited review process but believe that process must be open, transparent, and informed. We ask the City Council to establish a transparent and inclusive process allowing for meaningful input from the public and parties with expertise or vested interests in this important issue including land owners, home builders, water resource experts, realtors, and affordable home advocates. We would suggest forming a steering committee comprised of interested parties coupled with public review processes. Community engagement is essential to ensure decisions may by the Council consider and weight the diverse perspectives and needs of all residents. This is particularly true with a complex issue such as water management. The decisions made on this issue will directly impact the affordability of all housing and commercial development within the city. With rising home prices and construction costs, this is a time to be cautious. Telephone 509-575-8500 * Fax 509-575-4676 * www.mftlaw.com Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration_ We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. o Qe-q-f\ �vs�--q- Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, IN,, k Im tAv, -M ai za-� Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, aIV, f Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, (4JZ4�� 4v�O )44 4 -C -h Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's de ication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward o working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I�*j 41hLV Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents- � e -T�Ufor your attention to this matter. Sincerely, We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, r. �� ' c6�cb, u Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, r Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Since rel , \ BL/ DF L1&0 64- #A t(j COQ'S k7XI4.% ZC Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, fCev�rw L. f-lrx�e� Century 21 Tri -Cities Land Development Manager Pasco City Council November 29, 2023 Page 2 We appreciate the City Council's dedication to serving the community and trust that our concerns will be given due consideration. We look forward to working with the City to find a resolution that reflects the best interests of all the residents of Pasco. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, ON A " FNS-fc- Ga-"Ao-eefT M ± , PPeT—( t4A AY4A4 (,J.,; PA44r� C f �rs►.c s mity t G� �. t i�P �-i n11�-� �-t � t iV40cf Co�tAA 0y( W41SthM7VQE ". C—