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MINUTES
City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM - Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Pasco City Hall, Council Chambers & GoToWebinar
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by City Clerk Barham.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Blanche Barajas, Melissa Blasdel, Charles Grimm,
Peter Harpster, David Milne, Leo Perales, and Pete Serrano
Councilmembers absent: None
Staff present: Adam Lincoln, City Manager; Richa Sigdel, Deputy City Manager;
Angela Pashon, Assistant City Manager; Darcy Buckley, Finance Director; Kevin
Crowley, Fire Chief; Eric Ferguson, City Attorney; Jacob Gonzalez, Community &
Economic Development Director; Jesse Rice, Parks & Recreation Director; Ken
Roske, Police Chief; Steve Worley, Public Works Director; and Debby Barham,
City Clerk
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
SELECTION OF TEMPORARY PRESIDING OFFICER (TO CHAIR BEGINNING OF
MEETING)
City Clerk Barham read the instructions for selecting an temporary presiding
Officer to run the meeting until the Mayor is elected.
Ms. Barajas nominated herself as the temporary presiding Officer to chair the
meeting until the Mayor is elected. Council concurred with the nomination.
Ms. Barajas was selected as temporary presiding Officer.
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ELECTION OF MAYOR
Chair Barajas called for nominations for Mayor.
Ms. Barajas nominated Peter Harpster for Mayor.
Mr. Milne nominated Pete Serrano for Mayor.
Following three calls the nominations were closed by interim Meeting Chair
Barajas.
Roll Call Vote:
Councilmember Serrano - Serrano
Councilmember Grimm - Serrano
Councilmember Blasdel - Serrano
Councilmember Milne - Serrano
Councilmember Harpster - Serrano
Councilmember Perales - Serrano
Councilmember Barajas - Harpster
Councilmember Serrano was elected Mayor effective January 2, 3024 through
December 31, 2025.
ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM
RECESS
Mayor Serrano called a 10-minute recess at 7:23 PM to arrange the City Council
seating.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Meeting Minutes for December 4th
To approve the minutes of the Pasco City Council Regular Meeting held on
December 4, 2023.
Bills and Communications - Approving Claims in the Total Amount of
$16,918,734.73
To approve claims in the total amount of $16,918,734.73 ($12,219,234.02 in
Check Nos.260383 - 260872; $1,652,416,92 in Electronic Transfer Nos.843692,
843695 - 843700, 843706, 843856, 844011, 844081 - 844121; $26,632.30 in
Check Nos. 54614 - 54627; $3,020,451.49 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 30200082 -
30201399).
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Barajas
to approve the Consent Agenda as read.
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RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0
AYES: Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel,
Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, Mayor
Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Perales, and Mayor
Serrano
PUBLIC COMMENTS
George Dockstader, Pasco resident and local realtor, commented on Council's
and City Staff's roles and authority.
Felix Vargas, Pasco resident, congratulated the new councilmembers, new Mayor
and Mayor Pro Tem and thanked Ms. Barajas for her service as Mayor. He
commented on multiculturalism. Lastly, he encouraged the City to sponsor a
Veterans Day parade honoring both living and deceased veterans.
Gabriel Portugal, Pasco resident, commented on volunteer work with the Pasco
Police Department.
Dwayne Howard, Big D's Construction representative, expressed concern on the
recent water rights amendments, which is going to cost him $65K for a project he
has been working on for the past two years.
Jeff Kelly, partner on project with Big D's Construction, expressed concern on the
permit costs of $65K for water rights on a project they have been working on for
the past two years.
Jose Iniguez, musician and founder of Encanto Arts, expressed appreciation to
Blanche Barajas for her leadership as Mayor. He congratulated the new Council
and new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. Mr. Iniguez gifted the City a commentative
book celebrating five years with Encanto Arts from 2019 to 2023. Lastly, he read a
quote from President George Washington.
Thomas Granbois, Pasco Resident and Downtown business owner, expressed
appreciation to staff for their work on 2023 Winterfest. He thanked Ms. Barajas for
her service as Mayor. Lastly, he stated that he had no part of the Pasco
corruption article written in the Tri-City Herald.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS
Verbal Reports from Councilmembers
Ms. Barajas reported on the 2023 Winterfest that she attended as Mayor. She
thanked staff who prepared and participated in the event, as well as those
Councilmembers who attended the event. She also commented on the Cops and
Kids annual Christmas event.
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Mr. Grimm thanked Mr. Rice and staff for the 2023 Winterfest event. He also
reported on a recent ribbon cutting event he attended on behalf of the Mayor.
Mr. Perales stated that he attended the 2023 Winterfest during the day. He also
attended the Historic Preservation Commission, as well as the Tri-Cities Animal
Control Authority meeting in December 2023. Lastly, reported on a recent ribbon
cutting event he attended.
Mr. Harpster commented on the 2023 Winterfest stating it was a great event.
Ms. Blasdel attended the Wreaths Across America event at City View Cemetery.
Mr. Milne expressed appreciation for the successful 2023 Winterfest.
Ms. Barajas commented on placement of the Winterfest Heritage tree in a City
park and reminded the public about the QR Code to learn about historic sites in
Pasco and surrounding region.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS
Resolution No. 4407 - Surplus of City Property Along Argent Road (Parcel
No. 113.300.251)
Ms. Sigdel provided a brief report on the proposed surplus of City-owned
property, as well as the proposed sale of that property.
Council and Ms. Sigdel had a brief discussion regarding the propose surplus and
purchase and sale agreement of City-owned property.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Grimm
to approve Resolution No. 4407, declaring City-owned real property surplus,
setting the minimum price and the method of sale for Parcel No. 113.300.251,
and further, authorize the City Manager to sell the property through realtor
listing for a minimum price determined through market analysis.
RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0
AYES: Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel,
Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, Mayor
Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Perales, and Mayor
Serrano
Resolution No. 4408 - Sale of Property Along Argent Road (Parcel No.
113.300.251)
Ms. Sigdel provided a brief report on the proposed sale of City-owned property
along Argent Road.
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MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel
to approve Resolution No. 4408, approving the sale of certain City-owned real
property located along Argent Road, Parcel No. 113.300.251
RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0
AYES: Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel,
Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, Mayor
Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Perales, and Mayor
Serrano
Resolution No. 4409 - Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. Professional Services
Agreement for Design Services for Butterfield Water Treatment Plant
Improvements Project
Mr. Worley introduced Interim Public Works Director Serra who provided a brief
report on the proposed professional services agreement for 30 percent design
services for electrical improvements at the Butterfield Water Treatment Plant.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel
to approve Resolution No. 4409, authorizing execution of the Professional
Services Agreement by the City Manager with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.
for the design of the Butterfield Water Treatment Plant Improvements Project-
Project 1 Electrical Building.
RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0
AYES: Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel,
Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, Mayor
Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Perales, and Mayor
Serrano
Resolution No. 4410 - Purchase and Sale Agreement for CXT Modular
Restroom and Storage
Mr. Rice provided a brief report related to the proposed restroom and storage
facility at Highland Park.
Council and Mr. Rice held a brief question and answer period.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel
to approve Resolution No. 4410, authorizing the City Manger to execute a
purchase agreement with CXT, Inc. for the purchase of a precast concrete
storage and restroom building for Highland Park.
RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0
AYES: Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel,
Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, Mayor
Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Perales, and Mayor
Serrano
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Resolutions Nos. 4411 & 4412 - Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, and
Purchase of Microsoft EA Products
Mr. Rice provided a brief report on the proposed purchase of Microsoft products
for the City.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel
to approve Resolution No. 4411, authorizing the City Manager to execute an
Enterprise Agreement with Microsoft Inc. for the use of Microsoft licenses,
service and subscriptions.
RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0
AYES: Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel,
Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, Mayor
Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Perales, and Mayor
Serrano
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel
to approve Resolution No. 4412, authorizing the City Manager to execute a
purchase of Microsoft licenses, service and subscriptions with Insight
Enterprises, Inc.
RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0
AYES: Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel,
Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, Mayor
Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Perales, and Mayor
Serrano
MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION
Mr. Lincoln announced that this was Mr. Worley's last meeting as Mr. Worley
accepted a position in Vancouver, WA. He expressed appreciation for Mr.
Worley's expertise and thanked him for his service to the City.
Mayor Serrano expressed appreciation for Mr. Worley and stated that he will be
missed.
Ms. Barajas expressed appreciation to Mr. Worley and thanked him for his service
to the City.
Mr. Grimm expressed appreciation to Mr. Worley for the time he spent with him
during the past month. He also commented on the the roles of Council, the public
and staff.
Mr. Harpster apologized for not attending in person for his first meeting. He
thanked Ms. Barajas for her time as Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. He congratulated
the election of Mayor Serrano and Mayor Pro Tem Milne. Lastly, he expressed
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appreciation to Mr. Worley for his service to the City.
Mr. Perales expressed appreciation to Mr. Worley. He also commented on the
roles of Council and staff and seeking the public's input as he is currently asking
for more information regarding water rights fees for his understanding. Lastly, he
commented that he is interested in creating an advisory group for the Tri-City
Animal Control Authority.
Ms. Blasdel expressed appreciation to Mr. Worley and stated that he will be
missed.
Mayor Pro Tem Milne expressed appreciation to Mr. Worley.
Mr. Grimm suggested that the public be provided the opportunity to speak during
Council workshops.
Mr. Ferguson recommended that Council first direct staff to the opportunity to
research to see if there is a reason why the public is not allowed to speak in a
workshop setting.
MOTION: Councilmember Grimm moved, seconded by Councilmember
Perales to direct Mr. Ferguson to research about allowing public comment
during Council Workshops.
RESULT: Motion carried. 5-2
AYES: Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Grimm,
Councilmember Harpster, Mayor Pro Tem Milne, and
Councilmember Perales
NAYS: Councilmember Blasdel and Mayor Serrano
Mr. Grimm suggested that the January 8th Council Workshop be moved to
January 9th.
Council and staff briefly discussed the pros and cons on moving the workshop.
MOTION: Councilmember Grimm moved, seconded by Councilmember
Perales to move the January 8, 2024 Workshop to January 9, 2024.
RESULT: DEFEATED. 2-5
AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Milne and Councilmember Perales
NAYS: Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel,
Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and
Mayor Serrano
Mr. Rice provided a recap on all the City events held in December 2023.
Mayor Serrano expressed appreciation to Executive Assistance, April Culwell,
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and stated that she will be missed.
Mr. Lincoln confirmed that Ms. Culwell will be missed and noted that she and a
committee headed up the annual United Way campaign the past Fall and that
over $10,000 was raised during that campaign.
RECESS
Mayor Serrano called a five-minute recess at 9:01 PM.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Council adjourned into Executive Session at 9:06 PM for 10 minutes to discuss
with legal counsel about current or potential litigation per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)
with the City Manager, Deputy City Manager, and City Attorney.
At 9:16 PM Mayor Serrano announced that the Executive Session would continue
for another five minutes.
At 9:21 PM Mayor Serrano announced that the Executive Session would continue
for another five minutes.
At 9:26 PM Mayor Serrano announced that the Executive Session would continue
for another five minutes.
Mayor Serrano called the meeting back to order at 9:33 PM.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:33 PM.
PASSED and APPROVED this ____ day of ________________, 20__.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
Pete Serrano, Mayor Debra Barham, City Clerk
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