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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024.08.19 Council Minutes MINUTES City Council Regular Meeting 7:00 PM - Monday, August 19, 2024 Pasco City Hall, Council Chambers & GoToWebinar CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Pete Serrano, Mayor. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present: Pete Serrano, David Milne, Blanche Barajas, Melissa Blasdel, Charles Grimm, Peter Harpster, and Leo Perales Councilmembers attending remotely: None 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; Maria Serra, Interim Public Works Director; and Debby Barham, City Clerk The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Meeting Minutes for August 5th and August 12th To approve the minutes of the Pasco City Council Regular Meeting and Regular Workshop held on August 5, 2024, and August 12, 2024, respectively. Bills and Communications - Approving Claims in the Total Amount of $2,513,721.09 To approve claims in the total amount of $2,513,721.09 ($1,116,148.99 in Check Nos. 265852 - 266132; $34,371.54 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 847363; $28,065.14 in Check Nos. 54794 - 54809; $1,335,135.42 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 30212203 - 30212917). Resolution No. 4481 - Accept Quote for New Cat and Dog Kennels for New Tri-Cities Animal Control Facility To approve Resolution No. 4481 awarding Quote No. 17999 for the new cat & dog kennels for the new Tri-Cities Animal Control facility; and further, authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents Resolution No. 4482 - Acceptance of Work for A Street Sports Complex Phase 1 To approve Resolution No. 4482 accepting work performed by Big D’s Construction of Tri-Cities, Inc., under contract for the A Street Sports Complex Phase 1 Project. Resolution No. 4483 - Project Acceptance for East Riverview Lift Station To approve Resolution No. 4483, accepting work performed by Big D's Construction, Inc. under contract for the Riverview East Lift Station Project. Appointment to the Arts & Culture Commission of Joyce McIntyre To confirm Mayor Serrano's appoint of Joyce McIntyre to the Arts & Culture Commission to Position No. 2, Community Member, with a term from August 19, 2024, to January 1, 2028. Appointment to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board of Sonee Wilson and Reappointment of Alex Thornton To confirm Mayor Serrano's appointment of Sonee Wilson to Position No. 5 to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board effective August 19, 2024, through February 2, 2027; and reappointment of Alex Thornton to Position No. 3 with a term through February 2, 2027. Appointment to Planning Commission of Patrick Jones and Reappointment of Kim Lehrman To confirm the Mayor's appointment of Patrick Jones to Position No. 3 on the Planning Commission with the term from August 19, 2024, to February 2, 2030, and reappointment of Kim Lehrman to Position No. 4 with a term ending on February 2, 2030. Appointment to the HAPO Center Advisory Board of Jennifer Kuklinski To confirm the Mayor's appointment of Jennifer Kuklinski to the HAPO Center Advisory Board with a term from August 19, 2024, through December 31, 2025. Reappointment to the Tri-City Regional Hotel/Motel Commission of Jerry Beach To confirm the reappointment of Jerry Beach (Holiday Inn Express, Pasco) to the Tri-City Regional Hotel/Motel Commission for a two-year term commencing on September 1, 2024 and ending August 31, 2026. ROLL CALL VOTE MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel to approve the Consent Agenda as read. RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0 AYES: Mayor Serrano, Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and Councilmember Perales PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Attendance Awareness Month Proclamation Mayor Serrano read the proclamation for "Attendance Awareness Month" scheduled for September 2024 and presented it to United Way Benton & Franklin Counties CEO Dr. LoAnn Ayers. Dr. Ayers expressed appreciation to Mayor and City Council for the proclamation. She noted that United Way has been championing this initiative since 2012. PUBLIC COMMENTS Thomas Granbois, Pasco resident and downtown business owner, commented on billboards, Peanuts Park North safety improvements, and expanding the boundaries of Lewis Street Overpass grant program. He commented on the need for fire suppression systems for downtown businesses. Tom Kidwell, Pasco resident, commented on a traffic issue at the intersection at A Street and South Road 40 East near the Amazon buildings. He also suggested that the Port of Pasco railroad be Willis Schinkelshook, Pasco resident, expressed frustration with the Road 48 soccer field stating that his property is damaged due to the activities from the soccer field and complained that there are no bathrooms available at that field. Mary Mahoney, Pasco resident, commented on the flood plain, the destruction of the American Bald Eagles, the Tri-Cities Animal Control and the Pasco Public Facilities District aquatics facility funding. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS Verbal Reports from Councilmembers Mr. Perales reported on Restore City Churches and Pasco School District's Teacher Appreciation events and the Latin Business Association meeting he attended recently. He also commented on the upcoming Fiery Foods Festival. Mr. Grimm reported on the introduction meeting for the annual Washington State Audit that he recently attended. Presentation of Inspection Services for Rental Program Mr. Gonzalez introduced Inspection Services Manager Troy Hendren, Lead Code Enforcement Officer Rosanna Johnson, and Code Enforcement Officer Dan Gallatin who reported on the City of Pasco's Inspection Services Rental Program. Council expressed thanks to staff for the report and appreciated the increased emphasis of education for the rental program. Council and staff discussed the Rental Program, including: • Request for statistics on inspections compliance and fees for inspections. • Explain the differences between the Pasco Municipal Code (PMC) and State law for rental properties. • Two-year inspection cycle and yard maintenance in rentals. • Quested Airbnb rentals. • Displacement of tenants and where are they relocated until the rental is brought up to code. • Requested a follow up email with the RCW requirements versus the PMC. • Cost of the Rental Program. • Expressed appreciation to Ms. Johnson noting her compassion for individuals who are homeless. Mayor Serrano opened this item for public comment. Mr. Granbois commented on the Rental Program and expressed appreciation to the staff that run the program. Mr. Bauman commented on the Rental Program, stating that he was threatened with a $1,000 a day fine, and he commented on the loss of his business license. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS Ordinance No. 4724 - Declaration of Public Use And Necessity Mr. Ferguson provided a legal overview for the declaration of public use and necessity for condemnation of property. Mayor Serrano stated that the City Council and staff does not take this type of action lightly. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Barajas to approve Ordinance No. 4724, declaring public use and necessity regarding the City of Pasco Broadmoor and Sandifur Parkway intersection improvement project, and authorizing condemnation. RESULT: Motion carried. 6-1 AYES: Mayor Serrano, Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, and Councilmember Harpster NAYS: Councilmember Perales Resolution No. 4484 - Greyhound, Inc. for the Pasco Intermodal Transportation Facility Lease Addendum Mr. Rice provided a brief report on the proposed facility lease addendum with Greyhound, Inc. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Barajas to approve Resolution No. 4484, authorizing the City Manager to Execute a five- year lease extension between Greyhound Lines, Inc. and the City of Pasco for space at the Pasco Intermodal Transportation Facility. RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0 AYES: Mayor Serrano, Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and Councilmember Perales Resolution No. 4485 - 2024-2025 City Council Goals and Approval of the City Manager Workplan Mr. Lincoln provided a brief recap of the proposed City Manager's Workplan. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Grimm to approve Resolution No. 4485, establishing primary goals for the ensuing calendar years of 2024-2025. RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0 AYES: Mayor Serrano, Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and Councilmember Perales MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel to approve the 2024-2025 City Manager Workplan. RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0 AYES: Mayor Serrano, Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and Councilmember Perales Resolution No. 4486 - Amendment of Sale of City Property along Burden Boulevard Ms. Sigdel requested that Council approve an amendment to the sale of City property along Burden Boulevard by reducing the sale price by $35,000 to accommodate building a sewer stub. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel to approve Resolution No. 4486, approving the sale of certain City-owned real property located along Burden Boulevard, Parcel No.117370017. RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0 AYES: Mayor Serrano, Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and Councilmember Perales MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION Mr. Perales asked for the status on some information he requested in prior Council meeting related to the Tri-Cities Animal Control and the possibility of an Advisory Board. Mr. Ferguson stated that this topic is scheduled to return to Council in early September 2024. Mr. Harpster asked for consensus from Council regarding the following topics: • A presentation from the Water Follies to address the economic impact to the City of Pasco. The majority of Councilmembers desired to have an in-person presentation. • A presentation regarding the Hanford Site from Brian Vance, Manager from the Office of River Projection. The majority of Councilmembers desired to have an in-person presentation. • A presentation from the Pasco School District staff regarding the upcoming school impact fees. The majority of Councilmembers desired to have an in- person presentation. • Have Council discussion regarding Airbnb rentals within the City-limits. The majority of Councilmembers desired to have an in-person presentation. RECESS Mayor Serrano called for a five-minute recess at 8:37 PM. EXECUTIVE SESSION Council adjourned into Executive Session at 8:42 PM for 30 minutes returning at 9:12 PM to discuss with legal counsel about current or potential litigation per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) with the City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and City Attorney. At 9:12 PM Mayor Serrano announced that the Executive Session would continue for another five minutes or until 9:17 PM. Mayor Serrano called the meeting back to order at 9:17 PM. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:17 PM. PASSED and APPROVED on September 3, 2024. APPROVED: ATTEST: Pete Serrano, Mayor Debra Barham, City Clerk