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AGENDA
City Council Workshop Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, September 23, 2024
Pasco City Hall, Council Chambers & GoToWebinar
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1. MEETING INSTRUCTIONS for REMOTE ACCESS - Individuals, who would
like to provide public comment remotely, may continue to do so by filling out
the online form via the City’s website (www.pasco-wa.gov/publiccomment)
to obtain access information to comment. Requests to comment in meetings
must be received by 4:00 p.m. on the day of this workshop.
The Pasco City Council Workshops are broadcast live on PSC-TV Channel
191 on Charter/Spectrum Cable in Pasco and Richland and streamed
atwww.pasco-wa.gov/psctvliveand on the City’s Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/cityofPasco.
To listen to the meeting via phone, call (914) 614-3221 and use access code
347-125-017.
2. CALL TO ORDER
3. ROLL CALL
(a) Pledge of Allegiance
4. VERBAL REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
5. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION WITH OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC
COMMENT – the public may comment on each topic scheduled for
discussion, up to 2 minutes per person with a total of 8 minutes per item. If
opposing sides wish to speak, then both sides receive an equal amount of
time to speak or up to 4 minutes each side.
4 - 17 (a) Presentation - Pasco School District (15 minutes)
Presentation by Michelle Whitney from Pasco School District (PSD).
18 - 27 (b) Citywide Injury Minimization and Speed Management
Implementation Update (10 Minutes)
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Presenter: Sean Messner, Project Manager, CivTech Inc.
28 - 36 (c) Resolution - Project Acceptance for Wastewater Treatment Plant
Phase 2B Outfall Replacement Project (5 minutes)
37 - 74 (d) Ordinance - Amending Sections of the Pasco Municipal Code
Title 17 Sign Code, and PMC 25.95.050 Related to Billboards (5
minutes)
75 - 92 (e) Resolution - 2025 Community Development Block Grant Annual
Work Plan and Allocations (10 minutes)
Craig Raymond, Deputy Community & Economic Development
Deputy Director and Kristin Webb, Block Grant Administrator will
present the Community Development Block Grant Program for 2025.
93 - 107 (f) Resolution - 2025 HOME Annual Work Plan and Allocations (5
minutes)
Craig Raymond, Deputy Community & Economic Development
Deputy Director and Kristin Webb, Block Grant Administrator will
present the proposed 2025 HOME Annual Work Plan and Allocations.
108 - 120 (g) Property and Sales Tax Basics Presentation (10 minutes)
Presentation from Deputy City Manager Richa Sigdel.
6. MISCELLANEOUS COUNCIL DISCUSSION
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION
8. ADJOURNMENT
9. ADDITIONAL NOTES
121 - 122 (a) Adopted Council Goals (Reference Only)
(b) This meeting is broadcast live on PSC-TV Channel 191 on
Charter/Spectrum Cable in Pasco and Richland and streamed at
www.pasco-wa.gov/psctvlive.
Audio equipment available for the hearing impaired; contact the
City Clerk for assistance.
Servicio de intérprete puede estar disponible con aviso. Por
favor avisa la Secretaria Municipal dos días antes para
garantizar la disponibilidad. (Spanish language interpreter
service may be provided upon request. Please provide two
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business day's notice to the City Clerk to ensure availability.)
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council September 18, 2024
TO: Adam Lincoln, City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 9/23/24
FROM: Adam Lincoln, City Manager
City Manager
SUBJECT: Presentation - Pasco School District (15 minutes)
I. REFERENCE(S):
PowerPoint Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Presentation by Michelle Whitney from Pasco School District (PSD).
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
Pasco School District (PSD) consists of twenty-five schools: seventeen
elementary schools, four middle schools, four high schools, and four virtual
learning opportunities. PSD has over 19,252 students and 2,650 employees.
V. DISCUSSION:
Michelle Whitney, Superintendent of Pasco School District will provide a
presentation on Pasco School District and be available for questions.
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Pasco School District
September 23, 2024
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About PSD
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Dual Language Program
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Outrageous Outcomes
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Developing Career Paths
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Every Day is Career Day
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CTE Pathways to Graduation
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•Pasco School District offers
over 44 different CTE
graduation pathways in the 16
Career Clusters.
•Students must earn 2 credits in
a career path.At least one
course in the career path must
have the opportunity for
students to earn CTE Dual
Credit or an industry
recognized credential.
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Graduation +
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•Our goal in CTE is to provide a menu of opportunities for
student to add to their diploma including specialized
training in a career pathway, college credit, work-based
learning and industry credentials
•16 CTE courses are articulated with community
college partners for CTE Dual Credit
•Over 25 college in the High School and AP Courses
•35 Industry Recognized Credentials
offered
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Student Leadership Organizations
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•Meaningful connections are made through leadership activities
within our programs.
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Development of Signature
Programs
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•Agriculture Science
•Law and Justice
•Computer Science
•Health Sciences
•Engineering and
Manufacturing
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Partnerships are Key
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council September 18, 2024
TO: Adam Lincoln, City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 9/23/24
FROM: Maria Serra, Public Works Director
Public Works
SUBJECT: Citywide Injury Minimization and Speed Management Implementation
Update (10 Minutes)
I. REFERENCE(S):
PowerPoint Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Presenter: Sean Messner, Project Manager, CivTech Inc.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
The Project is funded through the Highway Safety Improvement Program
(HSIP) City Safety Program, a federal Grant.
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
In 2022, a consultant completed a Local Road Safety Plan which evaluated
characteristics throughout the City affecting safety for those traveling on our
streets. The primary concern for safety was determined to be travel speeds.
This project was developed to evaluate vehicle speeds throughout the City and
funding was secured through the HSIP City Safety Program. The Project
includes policy speed a and limit a citywide of development the speed
evaluation at study roadways with subsequent design and implementation of
elements identified in the analysis.
V. DISCUSSION:
Tonight’s update reviews the work completed so far regarding vehicle speeds
and traffic calming within Pasco. Staff and consultants collected existing traffic
volume, for classification, speed data, and roadside features numerous
locations throughout our city. A speed study was then drafted based on the
speed evaluation conducted, including the development of recommendations.
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Recommendations include:
Maintaining or adjusting speed limits
Installation of radar feedback signs, both portable and permanent
Installation of traffic calming devices
Installation of additional speed limit signs
Altering roadway striping
Reviewing and adjusting traffic signal timing.
The consultant also developed a draft Speed Limit Policy to outline the
methodology for setting speed limits, conducting future data collection, and
implementing a neighborhood traffic calming program within City limits. This
Policy is designed to provide the foundation for updating the municipal code.
The draft report and policy are under review by Public Works and Police
department staff. A final version, incorporating suggested edits and
recommendations from the review, will be prepared and provided as a follow-
up to this item in the near future.
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Citywide Injury
Minimization & Speed
Management
Implementation
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Study Background
•2022 Local Road Safety Plan
•Identified speeding as a
major contributor to crashes
•City received Highway Safety
Improvement Program funding
to perform citywide study
•Goal to develop speed limit
policy and identify speeding
locations to mitigate
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Speed Study Process
•Data Collection
•Speed Analysis
•Crash Analysis
•Roadside Evaluation
•Multimodal Evaluation
•Conclusions & Recommendations
Sources: NCHRP, MUTCD, FHWA, NACTO
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85th %tile Speeds
•Speed at which 85%
of the traffic is
traveling at or below
•Typically used for
arterial & collector
speed limit setting
•Highlighted Speed
Safety Concerns +9 to 11 mph
+12 to 14 mph
+8 to 9 mph
+9 to 11 mph
+8 to 14 mph
+10 to 12 mph +12 to 13 mph
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Development of City Speed Limit Policy
•Policy Purpose
•define methodology for establishment of speed
limits, performing speed studies, and development
of a neighborhood traffic calming program
•Policy Includes
•Study procedures/processes
•New City streets and annexation
•Nationally proven examples of traffic calming
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Status of Study & Next Steps
•Draft Study under review by City staff and Police
•Recommendations include
•Installation of additional speed limit signs
•Installation of radar feedback signs
•Installation of traffic calming devices
•Altering the roadway striping
•Adjusting traffic signal timing
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Next Steps
2024: Finalize report and Speed Limit policy
2025: Design and implementation of
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council September 16, 2024
TO: Adam Lincoln, City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 9/23/24
FROM: Maria Serra, Director
Public Works
SUBJECT: Resolution - Project Acceptance for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase
2B Outfall Replacement Project (5 minutes)
I. REFERENCE(S):
Resolution
PowerPoint Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
Engineer's Estimate $7,511,715.09
Bid Award $6,796,557.90
Change Orders (Including Closeout
Reconciliation) $(481,081.00)
Final Construction Cost $6,315,476.90
The total change order amount represents a deduction to the total construction
contract for this project, resulting in a project completed under budget.
Funding Sources for this project consist of shared funds between Phases 2A and
2B as follows:
Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Low Interest Construction
Loan, Department of Ecology ($26.5 million)
The total allocated CWSRF loan amount for Phase 2B construction is $7.1
million. The remaining funds may be used by the WWTP Phase 2A Plant
Improvements currently in construction, if needed.
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IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
Through adoption of Resolution No. 4315 on March 6, 2023, Council awarded
the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Phase 2B Outfall Replacement
Project of amount the Inc. in American Advanced to Construction,
$6,796,557.90. The Engineer’s estimate was $7,511,715.
The project scope encompassed a portion of the second phase of planned
improvements and modifications to the City's existing WWTP as outlined in the
adopted WWTP Facility Plan. Phase 2B construction specifically addressed the
land outfall improvements. pipe sewer and of segments underwater the
Approximately 1,600 linear feet of new 42-inch diameter outfall piping with a
multiport diffuser was installed, most of which was placed within the Columbia
River. This phase also included demolition and removal of the existing 24-inch
diameter outfall pipe and diffuser and the associated riverbed restoration.
The Phase 2B construction project required two (2) Change Orders for a total
contract deduct of $481,081.00, including sales tax.
Change Order No. 1 addressed a credit in the amount of $5,445 and an
additional 5-year extended warranty for the new outfall pipe concrete
anchors. Upon receipt and delivery of the underwater pipe anchors, it
was discovered that the concrete mix design deviated from contract
material specifications.
Change Order No. 2 was issued as a deductive change in the amount of
$475,636 to close out the unused balance of the project contingency
account. A portion of the original $500,000 contingency bid item was
used to compensate unanticipated additional demolition and material
hauling for the complete removal of the existing outfall pipe.
V. DISCUSSION:
City Staff recommends approval of the Resolution for the acceptance of the
WWTP Phase 2B Outfall Replacement Project, as constructed by Advanced
American Construction, Inc.
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Resolution – WWTP Phase 2B Project Acceptance- 1
RESOLUTION NO. ________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON,
ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED BY ADVANCED AMERICAN
CONSTRUCTION, UNDER CONTRACT FOR THE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT (WWTP) PHASE 2B OUTFALL REPLACEMENT
PROJECT.
WHEREAS, the work performed by Advanced American Construction, under contract for
Project No. 21237B, has been examined by City of Pasco (City) Staff and been found to be in
apparent compliance with the applicable project specifications and drawings; and
WHEREAS, it is the City Staff’s recommendation that the City of Pasco formally accept
the contractor's work and the project as complete.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PASCO, WASHINGTON:
That the City Council concurs with City Staff’s recommendation and thereby accepts the
work performed by Advanced American Construction, under contract for Project No. 21237B, as
being completed in apparent compliance with the project specifications and drawings.
Be It Further Resolved, that the City Clerk is hereby directed to notify the Washington
State Department of Revenue of this acceptance.
Be It Further Resolved, that the final payment of retainage being withheld, pursuant to
RCW 60.28.011, regulations and administrative process, shall be released upon apparent
compliance with and satisfaction of applicable project specifications and verification thereof by
the Public Works Department staff and Finance Director.
Be It Further Resolved, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, on this ___ day of _____,
2024.
_____________________________
Pete Serrano
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________________ ___________________________
Debra Barham, CMC Kerr Ferguson Law, PLLC
City Clerk City Attorneys
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WWTP Phase 2B Outfall
Replacement
Project Acceptance
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WWTP Phase 2B Outfall Replacement
Project #21-237B
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WWTP Phase 2B Outfall Replacement
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CONSTRUCTION COSTS
$7,511,715.09Engineer’s Estimate
$6,796,557.90Bid Award
$(481,081.00)Change Order Total
$6,315,476.90Final Construction Contract Total
WWTP Phase 2B Outfall Replacement
Project #21-237B
AmountDescription of Contract Changes
$(5,445.00)Credit and Additional 5-year Warranty for Concrete Precast Anchors
$(475,636.00)Contract Deduction to Closeout Owner’s Contingency –
Bid Item Reconciliation
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council September 20, 2024
TO: Adam Lincoln, City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 9/23/24
FROM: Jacob Gonzalez, Director
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: Ordinance - Amending Sections of the Pasco Municipal Code Title 17
Sign Code, and PMC 25.95.050 Related to Billboards (5 minutes)
I. REFERENCE(S):
Proposed Ordinance
Map of Existing Billboards and Property on which Billboards will be Allowed
Under Proposed Amendment
Map of 'Downtown Core' where Billboards will be Prohibited
2024.09.05 Email from John Lehman, Meadow Outdoor Advertising, to Council
Member Perales with proposed Ordinance language attachments
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
On February 5, 2024, during the Public Comment portion of the City Council
(Council) Meeting, John Lehman of Meadow Outdoor Advertising (Meadow)
submitted proposed amendments to Title 17 of the Pasco Municipal Code
(PMC) and spoke of the anticipated economic benefits to the City of Pasco
(Pasco) afforded by billboard signage.
With the approval of Ordinance No. 3790 on September 18, 2006, which
repealed and replaced the existing sign code, billboards are classified as
prohibited signs (PMC Section 17.15.040(9)). Currently, Pasco has 13 off-
premise outdoor advertising signs/billboards. An amendment to the PMC is
necessary to replace or substantially repair aging existing legal non-conforming
billboards, as well as to construct new billboards.
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During the July 8, 2024, City Council Workshop discussion and presentation,
City Staff provided an overview of the amendment along with substantial
changes, as proposed by the applicant. Several elements of the amendment
were discussed, including the prohibition of billboards within the Broadmoor
Overlay District, while several ideas were presented regarding allowance within
the Downtown Overlay. Since that presentation, the applicant has revised the
request, to remove Downtown Overlay from the proposal. There was also
discussion related to regulation of content, for items such as cannabis, alcohol,
and casinos, and restricting billboards near competing businesses.
During the August 26, 2024, City Council workshop discussion, City Council
members were in favor of the Draft Ordinance which allows for no more than
25 billboard structures and prohibits billboards in both the Broadmoor and
downtown Pasco overlay district, but expressed concern regarding the possible
detrimental effects of unregulated brightness of digital billboards.
A SEPA Threshold Determination of Non-significance is anticipated to be
issued for SEPA 2024-048 on Monday September 30, 2024.
Public Engagement
The applicant presented the PMC amendment to the Pasco Chamber of
Commerce and discussed it with business and property owners in Downtown
Pasco. City staff have not conducted any additional public engagement or
stakeholder outreach on the proposal. The item has not yet been reviewed by
the Pasco Planning Commission, which will hold public hearings before making
a recommendation to the City Council for consideration. An open record
hearing to amend the text is an option, as outlined in Pasco Municipal Code
25.210.020(2)(a).
PMC Amendment (Ordinance) Proposal:
The intent of the PMC amendment proposal is to allow for more advertising
opportunities for those desiring to advertise within the City of Pasco, and to
open an additional revenue stream for commercial and industrial business
owners who wish to locate billboards on their properties.
The proposal would permit billboard placement in zones designated for
industrial or commercial use. This could include properties near residential
homes or adjacent to residential zoning districts.
The proposed Ordinance aligns with state laws and local regulations to ensure
public health and safety, while creating new opportunities for businesses,
entrepreneurs, and property owners.
V. DISCUSSION:
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The substantive changes to the proposed ordinance from August 26, 2024
workshop are:
1) Altered language prohibiting billboards within the entirety of the Downtown
Pasco Overlay District, to instead establish a 'downtown core' area within the
Downtown Pasco Overlay District where billboards will be prohibited, per the
request of Mr. Lehman, which staff then applied to the existing Downtown
Pasco Overlay District freestanding pole sign restrictions, and
2) Altered the definition of 'Sign, billboard, digital.' per Mr. Lehman's request to
include light intensity regulation.
The proposed ordinance has been prepared for City Council review.
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Ordinance – Amending PMC Sections 17.10.010, 17.15.010, 17.15.040 and 25.95.050 - 1
ORDINANCE NO. ____
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON,
AMENDING PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE (PMC) SECTIONS 17.10.010,
17.15.010, 17.15.040, AND 25.95.050 PROVIDING FOR OFF-PREMISE
ADVERTISING BILLBOARD SIGNS, AND REGULATION OF OFF-PREMISE
ADVERTISING BILLBOARD SIGNS IN THE DOWNTOWN PASCO
OVERLAY DISTRICT.
WHEREAS, the City of Pasco adopted its first Sign Code that prohibited Billboards in all
zoning districts in 2006; and
WHEREAS, the City of Pasco City Council desires to expand off-premise advertising
opportunities within the City; and
WHEREAS, the City of Pasco desires that expanded off-premise advertising opportunities
be well regulated in order to enhance and maintain the aesthetic character, to promote the public
health, safety and general welfare, and to increase the effectiveness of visual communication in
the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That Section 17.10.010 entitled “Generally” of the Pasco Municipal Code
shall be and hereby is amended and shall read as follows:
17.10.010 Generally.
For the purpose of this title, certain abbreviations, terms, phrases, words, and their
derivatives shall be construed as specified in this chapter and are to be used only
for the implementation of this title. Words used in the singular include the plural,
and the plural the singular. Words used in the masculine gender include the
feminine, and the feminine the masculine.
“Alley” means a public street not designed for general travel and used primarily as
a means of access to the rear of residences and business establishments.
“Building” means any structure built for the support, shelter, or enclosure of
persons, animals, chattels, or property of any kind.
“Building code” means the building codes of the City adopted by PMC Title 16.
“Building line” means a line established by ordinance beyond which no building
may extend.
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Ordinance – Amending PMC Sections 17.10.010, 17.15.010, 17.15.040 and 25.95.050 - 2
“Building Official” means the Building Official of the City and/or the person
designated to enforce the sign code by the City Manager.
“Change of copy” means the change of a logo, and/or message upon the face or
faces of a legal sign.
“City” means the City of Pasco, Washington.
“Community event” means a community-wide event open to the general public and
sponsored by a public agency, a public or private school, or a not-for-profit civic
organization.
“Curb line” means the line at the face of the curb nearest to the street or roadway.
In the absence of a curb, the City Engineer shall establish the curb line.
“Display surface” means the area made available by the sign structure for the
purpose of displaying the advertising message.
“District” or “zoning district” means any district established pursuant to the
provisions of PMC Title 25.
“Durable” means a nonbiodegradable material that withstands degradation from the
elements such as weatherproof card stock, aluminum, metal, UV-protected plastics,
treated or painted wood concrete, stone and similar materials.
“Erects” means to build, construct, attach, place, suspend, or affix, including the
painting of a wall sign.
“Face of building” means the general outer surface of any exterior wall of a building
or other structure.
“Facade” means the entire building front or street wall face, including the grade to
the top of the parapet or eaves, and the entire width of the building elevation.
“Fence – subdivision” means a common fence constructed along the rear line of
residential lots that back on arterial streets and constructed as part of the subdivision
improvements.
“Filling station, public motor fuels” means any area of land, including any structure
or part thereof, that is used or designed to be used for the supply of motor fuels;
also deemed to be included within this term shall be: Any area or structure used or
designed to be used for polishing, greasing, washing, spraying (other than paint),
dry cleaning, or otherwise cleaning or servicing such motor vehicles.
“Frontage” means the measurement of the length of the property line or building
front.
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Ordinance – Amending PMC Sections 17.10.010, 17.15.010, 17.15.040 and 25.95.050 - 3
“Hearing Examiner” means the Pasco Hearing Examiner as set forth in Chapter
25.195 PMC.
“Incombustible material” means any material which will not ignite at, or below, a
temperature of 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit during an exposure of five minutes, and
which will not continue to burn or glow at that temperature.
“Mansard roof” means a sloped roof or roof-like facade architecturally able to be
treated as a building wall.
“Multiple-building complex” means a group of commercial or industrial structures.
“Multiple-tenant building” means a single structure that houses more than one retail
business, office or commercial venture, but that does not include residential
apartment buildings sharing the same lot, access and/or parking facilities.
“Nonconforming signs” are those which were lawfully installed, but which do not
comply with the requirements of this title.
“Nonstructural trim” means the molding, batons, caps, nailing strips, latticing,
cutouts or letters and walkways that are attached to the sign structure.
“Parapet” means a false front or wall extension above the roof line.
“Parcel” means the real property on which a business is located or the portion of
real property designated for use of a business. Parcel shall include all adjacent
property used by a business including yards, parking lots, and storage yards. Where
more than one business is located within a building, the property on which that
building is located is considered one parcel.
“Perimeter” means a square or rectangle required to enclose the sign area.
“Periphery of right-of-way” means that portion of the right-of-way lying behind the
street improvement. (See definition for “Street improvements.”)
“Person” means and includes persons, firms, partnerships, associations,
corporations, and other business entities.
“Premises” means the real estate as a unit, upon which is displayed the sign or signs
mentioned in this chapter.
“Private road or driveway” means every way or place in private ownership and used
for travel of vehicles by the owner or those having express or implied permission
from the owner, but not by other persons.
“Projection” means the distance by which a sign extends over public property or
beyond the property line.
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Ordinance – Amending PMC Sections 17.10.010, 17.15.010, 17.15.040 and 25.95.050 - 4
“Right-of-way (ROW)” means that area of land dedicated for public use or secured
by the public for purposes of ingress and egress to abutting property and other
public purposes, including that space between the adjacent property line and the
back of the street and/or sidewalk improvements.
“Roadway” means that portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used
for vehicular travel, exclusive of the sidewalk or shoulder. In the event a highway
includes two or more separated roadways, the term “roadway” shall refer to any
such roadway separately but shall not refer to all such roadways collectively.
“Roofline” means the top edge of a roof or parapet or the top line of a building
silhouette.
“Setback” means the distance measured on a horizontal plane between a public
right-of-way line or a property line and the closest portion of a sign thereto.
“Sidewalk” means that property between the curb lines or the lateral lines of a
roadway and the adjacent property, set aside and intended for the use of pedestrians,
or such portion of private property parallel and in proximity to a public highway
and dedicated to use by pedestrians.
“Sign” means a name, identification, description, display or illustration that is
affixed to, or represented directly or indirectly upon, a building, structure, or piece
of land and that directs attention to an object, product, place, activity, person,
institution, organization or business. However, a “sign” shall exclude any display
of official court or public office notice, emblem or insignia of a nation, political
unit, school, or religious group. A “sign” shall not include a sign located completely
within an enclosed building unless the public may view the sign from a roadway or
sidewalk, or the context of this chapter shall so indicate.
“Sign, abandoned” means a sign that no longer correctly directs or exhorts any
person nor advertises a bona fide business, lessor, owner, product or activity
conducted or available on the premises whereon such sign is located.
“Sign area” means the total area of a sign visible from any one viewpoint or
direction, excluding the sign support structure, architectural embellishments, or
framework that contains no written copy, and includes only one side of a double-
faced sign. Individual letter signs using a wall as the background without added
decoration or change in wall color shall be calculated by measuring the perimeter
enclosing each letter. The combined total area of each individual letter shall be
considered the total area of the sign. Module signs consisting of more than one sign
cabinet shall be computed by adding together the total area of each module.
Perimeter or sign area shall be established by the smallest rectangle enclosing the
extreme limits of the letter module or advertising message being measured.
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“Sign – awning” means a sign that is hung from and below a building awning or
canopy that may extend outwards under the awning or canopy and over the
walkway or parking area.
“Sign – banner” means flexible material on which a sign is painted or printed that
is attached to a building or displayed on the grounds.
“Sign – billboard” means a an off-premise sign or off-premise sign structure
supported by one or more uprights and braces in the ground or on a building roof
upon which general advertising matter is placed, usually by the poster method,
erected entirely upon private property.
“Sign – billboard, digital” means an off-premise sign or off-premise sign structure
supported by one or more uprights and braces in the ground, erected entirely upon
private property, upon which general advertising messages are changed by any
electronic process or remote control, provided that the change from one message to
another message is no more frequent than once every eight seconds and the actual
change process is accomplished in two seconds or less. The display will operate at
an illumination intensity not to exceed three-tenths (0.3) foot-candles over ambient
light as measured at 150 feet and must be equipped with a light sensor that
automatically adjusts the intensity of the display in real-time according to the
amount of ambient light.
“Sign – blade or projecting” means a sign that is wall-mounted perpendicular to the
building that may extend upwards and above the facade and/or outwards and over
the walkway or parking area.
“Sign – business” means a sign which directs attention to a business or profession
conducted, or to a commodity, service, or entertainment sold, or offered upon the
premises where such sign is located, or to which it is affixed.
“Sign – canopy” means a sign that is painted onto the face or edge of an awning or
canopy that is mounted to the building facade.
“Sign – changing message center” means an electronically controlled public service
time and temperature sign, message center, or readerboard where different copy
changes of a public service or commercial nature are shown on the same lamp bank.
“Sign – combination” means any sign incorporating any combination of the
features of freestanding, projecting and roof signs. “Combination sign” shall
include signs commonly referred to as “fin signs.”
“Sign – community event regional” means a sign that identifies events occurring at
a regional sports/entertainment/convention/trade facility containing 60 or more
acres located within 1,000 feet of a freeway interchange and adjacent to a highway
of statewide significance.
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“Sign – construction” means a temporary sign designating the contractor(s),
architect(s), and engineer(s) participating in a construction project underway on the
same premises. A construction sign may also include the name of the project.
“Sign – directional” means any sign designated and used solely for the purpose of
indicating the location or direction of a place on the premises upon which the sign
is located.
“Sign – directional off-premises kiosk” means a structure erected by the City or a
private party through a license agreement with the City in approved locations
bearing multiple off-premises directional signs.
“Sign – directional traffic” means a sign that is located to guide or direct pedestrian
or vehicular traffic to parking entrances, exits and service areas.
“Sign – directory of tenants” means a sign that identifies the building or project
name and the tenants which share a single structure or development.
“Sign – double-faced” means a sign with two faces.
“Sign – electrical” means a sign or sign structure in which electrical wiring,
connections, and/or fixtures are used as part of the sign proper.
“Sign – flashing” means an electrical sign or portion thereof that changes light
intensity in a sudden transitory burst or that switches on and off in a constant pattern
with more than one-third of the light source that is not constant being off at any one
time.
“Sign – follow-through” means a sign which identifies the location of a business
for the purpose of participating in the Washington State Department of
Transportation Motorist Information Sign Program.
“Sign – freestanding pedestal” means a self-supported sign permanently attached
directly to the ground upon a pedestal base or monument foundation and not
attached to any building, wall or fence (also called pedestal or monument sign).
“Sign – freestanding pole” means a self-supported sign permanently attached
directly to the ground supported by upright poles or posts or braces placed on or in
the ground (also called ground or pole sign).
“Sign – freeway” means a freestanding sign located on the premises where the
business, product or service is located, with said sign being within 250 feet of I-
182, SR-395 or SR-12.
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“Sign – freeway interchange” means a sign that provides only regional
identification for a group of businesses within an area defined by a state-recognized
business association where the businesses collectively occupy a minimum of 15
acres of land.
“Sign – garage or yard sale” means a sign advertising a private sale of personal
household possessions; not for the use of any commercial venture.
“Sign height” means the vertical distance measured from the adjacent grade at the
base of the sign support to the highest point of the sign or sign structure, whichever
is higher.
“Sign – identification” means a sign of an informational nature that directs attention
to certain uses other than businesses, individual private residences.
“Sign – inflatable” means a large balloon or balloon-like object greater than 18
inches in any dimension that uses blown air or a gas to remain inflated.
“Sign – informational private” means a sign placed for the convenience of the
property owner used for the sole purpose of designating property control and
warning signs such as “no trespassing,” “no dumping,” “patrolled by dogs,” etc.
“Sign – informational public” means a sign placed for the convenience of the public
used for the sole purpose of designating restrooms, hours of operations, entrances
and exits to buildings and parking lots, help wanted, public telephones, public
notary, etc. Also included are plaques, tablets or inscriptions that are an integral
part of a building.
“Sign – interior” means any sign attached to the interior surface of the window of
any building or structure, or maintained within the building or structure.
“Sign – landmark” means a sign or plaque that is attached to the surface of the
building or on a site that identifies or describes the historical, cultural, social, or
other significance of a building or site.
“Sign – limited duration” means any sign advertising real estate sales or rentals or
construction projects utilized for a specified period of time.
“Sign, marquee or readerboard” means a sign that displays a changing message
using manually mounted lettering or electronic printout that may be mounted on a
building or freestanding pedestal or pole.
“Sign, marquee or readerboard – portable” means a sign that displays a changing
message using manually mounted lettering or electronic printout that may be
mounted on an easel, trailer, or other movable equipment.
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“Sign – nameplate” means a sign which indicates no more than the name and
address of the resident of the premises.
“Sign – nonconforming” means any sign lawfully constructed prior to the
enactment of the ordinance codified in this title, which fails to conform to the
provisions of this title.
“Sign – off-premises” means a sign that carries a message of any kind or directs
attention to a business, commodity, service, or entertainment conducted, sold, or
offered elsewhere than upon the premises where such sign is located, or to which it
is affixed. Signs identifying a business complex and containing the names of
multiple businesses within the complex shall not be considered an off-premises
sign.
“Sign – off-premises directional” means a sign providing directions to a public or
other community event or facility in a location different than the property on which
the sign is posted.
“Sign – off-premises informational” means a sign providing information about
events conducted at a public or other community facility in a location different than
the property on which the sign is posted.
“Sign – open house” means a sign welcoming viewers to a piece of residential real
estate that is being offered for sale.
“Sign – pedestrian-oriented” means a sign the primary purpose of which is to
provide information for pedestrians and bicyclists.
“Sign – political” means a temporary sign that identifies a candidate(s) for public
elective office; urges a particular vote on a ballot measure in a pending public
election, whether local, state or national; or expresses an opinion on a public issue.
“Sign – portable” means an unlighted business sign, including paper, cardboard,
wood or metal, that is capable of being moved easily and that is not permanently
affixed to the ground, structure or building. This includes a sidewalk or sandwich
board signs, except those worn by a person.
“Sign – poster” means a decorative placard or advertisement intended to advertise
a movie, theater production, video or CD, or other product or special event that is
being conducted or offered for sale.
“Sign – readerboard” means a lighted or unlighted business sign or part of a sign
on which the letters are readily replaceable such that the copy can be changed from
time to time at will.
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“Sign – readerboard, portable” means a lighted or unlighted business sign or part
of a sign on which the letters are readily replaceable such that the copy can be
changed from time to time at will. A portable readerboard is capable of being
moved or trailer mounted and is not permanently affixed to the ground, structure or
building.
“Sign – real estate” means a temporary sign erected by the owner, or his/her agent,
that advertises the real estate upon which the sign is located for rent, lease or sale,
or directing people to the property.
“Sign – real estate directional” means a temporary and/or portable sign that is
intended to assist people finding the location of difficult-to-locate property that is
for sale, rent, or lease.
“Sign – revolving” means any sign that rotates or turns in a circular motion by
electrical or mechanical means and does not exceed eight revolutions per minute.
“Sign – roof” means a business sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet of a
building or structure. Mansard roof signs shall be considered wall signs.
“Sign – sandwich or A-frame” means a temporary portable two-faced board-style
sign that is readily movable and has no permanent attachment to a building,
structure, or the ground.
“Sign – special event” means a temporary sign advertising activities concerning a
drive or event of a political, civic, seasonal, cultural, philanthropic, educational or
religious event or organization that will occur intermittently.
“Sign structure” means any structure supporting or capable of supporting any sign
defined in this chapter. A sign structure may be a single pole or may or may not be
an integral part of the building or structure.
“Sign – temporary” means any real estate, open house, special event, garage sale,
or political sign corresponding to a specific event and displayed for a limited period
of time.
“Sign – tract” means signs used for the sale of real property in a platted subdivision.
“Sign – wall” means any sign or graphic design which is attached parallel to, or flat
against, or is painted on, the wall or exterior of a building or structure having a
commercial message or identification.
“Sign – wall-mounted” means a sign attached or erected parallel to and extending
from the facade or wall of any building to which it is attached. A wall sign is
supported through its entire length with the exposed face of the sign parallel to the
plane of said wall or facade. A sign painted on the wall of a building or a sign
painted or attached to a marquee shall be considered a wall-mounted sign.
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“Sign – window” means any sign which is painted or mounted onto an exterior
window pane, or which is hung directly inside the window, including
advertisements for services or products in the form of decals, emblems, paint,
exposed neon, banners, etc., within three feet of the window pane.
“Sign – window, temporary indoor” means any sign (or poster) of a temporary
nature displayed within a commercial building on the inside of the glass or in close
proximity to the window and may be viewed by persons outside of the building.
“Street” means a public or private way open to general public use including all
classes of roadways and excepting alleys, driveways, and interstate freeways, but
including major internal circulation corridors within parking lots.
“Street frontage” means the side of the building facing a street that abuts the
property on which the building is located.
“Street improvements” means the paved roadway, and adjoining curb, gutter,
sidewalk and landscaping.
“Structure” means anything constructed or erected, the use of which requires
location on the ground or attachment to something having location on the ground.
“U.L.” means Underwriters Laboratory.
Zone, Zoning District. See definition under “District.” [Ord. 4678 § 1, 2023; Ord.
4190 § 1, 2014; Ord. 3909 § 1, 2009; Ord. 3790 § 2, 2006; Code 1970 § 17.03.010.]
Section 2. That Section 17.15.010 entitled “Interpretation of sign allowance table” of
the Pasco Municipal Code shall be and hereby is amended and shall read as follows:
17.15.010 Interpretation of sign allowance table.
(1) The sign allowance table, as incorporated herein, determines whether a
specific sign is allowed in a zone district or by land use activity. The zone district
or land use activity is identified in the left column and the specific sign allowances
are located in the rows of the table.
(2) If no symbol or number appears in the table box at the intersection of the
column and row, the sign is not allowed in that category or is not subject to an
allowance.
(3) If a number appears in the table box at the intersection of the column and
row or in the column or row heading, the sign may be allowed subject to the
appropriate requirement and specific conditions indicated in the table footnotes.
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(4) All applicable requirements shall govern a sign whether or not the
requirements are cross-referenced in the table.
Sign Allowance Table
Permit requirement
| Material restrictions
| | Number of signs
| | | Allowable surface area in sq. ft. (1)
| | | | Height in feet (2)
| | | | | Projection over ROW to curb line
| | | | | | Spacing in linear feet (3)
| | | | | | | Visible ground plane/passage
area (4)
| | | | | | | | Setback from adjacent
property line
| | | | | | | | | Setback from ROW in
feet (5)
| | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Duration (days)
| | | | | | | | | | | Notes
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Access, landmark, and informational signs - all zones
entry/exit freestanding
pedestal/pole sign
yes durable 1 4 4 5 0 per
exit/entry
landmark wall sign/plaque yes durable 1 10 8 5 0 per
building
frontage
informational -
private (6)
wall sign no durable 1 2 8 5 0 per
building
frontage
freestanding
pedestal/pole sign
no durable 1 6 4 5 0 per street
frontage
informational -
public
wall sign no durable 1 2 8 5 0 per
building
frontage
freestanding
pedestal/pole sign
no durable 1 6 4 5 0 per street
frontage
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Sign Allowance Table
Permit requirement
| Material restrictions
| | Number of signs
| | | Allowable surface area in sq. ft. (1)
| | | | Height in feet (2)
| | | | | Projection over ROW to curb line
| | | | | | Spacing in linear feet (3)
| | | | | | | Visible ground plane/passage
area (4)
| | | | | | | | Setback from adjacent
property line
| | | | | | | | | Setback from ROW in
feet (5)
| | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Duration (days)
| | | | | | | | | | | Notes
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Permanent signs
Residential districts - RT, R-S-20, R-S-12, R-S-1, R-1, RFAH-1/1A, R-2, R-3, R-4, RMHP
identification -
dwelling unit
wall sign no durable 1 2 8 5 0 per
property
freestanding
pedestal/pole sign (17)
no durable 1 2 4 5 0 per
property
identification -
bldg complex
wall sign yes durable 1 24 20 5 0 per
building
frontage
freestanding
pedestal/pole sign (17)
yes durable 1 24 4 5 0 per street
frontage
daycare facility wall sign yes durable 1 16 20 5 0 per
building
frontage
commercial freestanding
pedestal/pole sign (17)
yes durable 1 16 15 5 0 per street
frontage
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Sign Allowance Table
Permit requirement
| Material restrictions
| | Number of signs
| | | Allowable surface area in sq. ft. (1)
| | | | Height in feet (2)
| | | | | Projection over ROW to curb line
| | | | | | Spacing in linear feet (3)
| | | | | | | Visible ground plane/passage
area (4)
| | | | | | | | Setback from adjacent
property line
| | | | | | | | | Setback from ROW in
feet (5)
| | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Duration (days)
| | | | | | | | | | | Notes
| | | | | | | | | | | |
school/religious
use (15)
wall sign yes durable 1 24 20 5 0 per
building
frontage
freestanding
pedestal/pole sign (17)
yes durable 1 40 15 5 0 per street
frontage
freestanding
marquee/readerboard
sign (17)
yes durable 1 24 15 5 0 per street
frontage
Office/commercial districts - O, C-1, C-2, C-3, C-R, BP, I-1, I-2, I-3
Composite allowance - all sign surfaces
maximum per
sign
window sign (11) no transparent na 25% 15
per
building/street
frontage
awning sign per
business
yes durable 1 24 15 (2) 8 may
extend
over
walkway
canopy sign yes maintained a 25% 24 (2) 8 may
extend
over
walkway
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Sign Allowance Table
Permit requirement
| Material restrictions
| | Number of signs
| | | Allowable surface area in sq. ft. (1)
| | | | Height in feet (2)
| | | | | Projection over ROW to curb line
| | | | | | Spacing in linear feet (3)
| | | | | | | Visible ground plane/passage
area (4)
| | | | | | | | Setback from adjacent
property line
| | | | | | | | | Setback from ROW in
feet (5)
| | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Duration (days)
| | | | | | | | | | | Notes
| | | | | | | | | | | |
wall sign yes durable na 25% na 14 0
blade/projecting sign yes durable 1 125 (2) (2) 5 0
freestanding pedestal
sign
yes durable 1 350 15 0 5 0
*freestanding
marquee/readerboard
sign (17)
yes durable 1 48 15 5 0 per street
frontage
*freestanding pole -
tenant directory sign
(17)
yes durable 1 12 35 0 6 5 0 up to 12
tenants per
sign
*freestanding pole sign
(17)
yes durable 1 350 35 0 6 5 0
freestanding billboard
sign (7, 17)
yes durable 1 250 35 0 500 6 5 0 Maximum
25
billboard
sign
structures
in City.
freestanding digital
billboard sign (7, 17)
yes durable 1 250 35 0 500 6 5 0
off-premises directional
sign (14)
yes durable 1 5 15 5 0
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Sign Allowance Table
Permit requirement
| Material restrictions
| | Number of signs
| | | Allowable surface area in sq. ft. (1)
| | | | Height in feet (2)
| | | | | Projection over ROW to curb line
| | | | | | Spacing in linear feet (3)
| | | | | | | Visible ground plane/passage
area (4)
| | | | | | | | Setback from adjacent
property line
| | | | | | | | | Setback from ROW in
feet (5)
| | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Duration (days)
| | | | | | | | | | | Notes
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Commercial/industrial districts - C-3, C-R, BP, I-1, I-2, I-3
maximum per
sign
freeway sign yes durable 1 350 70 500 6 35 35 per
freeway
frontage
per freeway or freeway interchange
(9) sign
yes durable 1 480 70 500 6 35 35 per 15-acre
site
minimum
frontage
property
and freeway
readerboard (9) sign
yes durable 1 150 35 500 6 35 35 per 15-acre
site
minimum
Limited duration signs
Undeveloped property
Residential freestanding
pedestal/pole sign
yes durable 1 24 8 5 0 15 after
closing
- lot
- tract freestanding
pedestal/pole sign
yes durable 1 60 8 5 0 15 after last
closing
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Sign Allowance Table
Permit requirement
| Material restrictions
| | Number of signs
| | | Allowable surface area in sq. ft. (1)
| | | | Height in feet (2)
| | | | | Projection over ROW to curb line
| | | | | | Spacing in linear feet (3)
| | | | | | | Visible ground plane/passage
area (4)
| | | | | | | | Setback from adjacent
property line
| | | | | | | | | Setback from ROW in
feet (5)
| | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Duration (days)
| | | | | | | | | | | Notes
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Commercial freestanding
pedestal/pole sign
yes durable 1 24 8 5 0 15 after
closing
- lot
- tract freestanding
pedestal/pole sign
yes durable 1 60 8 5 0 15 after
closing
Construction wall/banner sign yes durable 1 24 8 5 0 const
freestanding
pedestal/pole sign
yes durable 1 32 8 5 0 const
Real estate sales/rentals per building or property
Residential
zones
window/poster sign no 1 2 0 15 after
closing
freestanding
pedestal/pole sign (10)
no durable 1 6 8 5 0 15 after
closing
freestanding sign (10) no durable 2 2 8 5 0 15 after
closing
Commercial
zones (12)
window/poster sign no 1 2 0 15 after
closing
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Sign Allowance Table
Permit requirement
| Material restrictions
| | Number of signs
| | | Allowable surface area in sq. ft. (1)
| | | | Height in feet (2)
| | | | | Projection over ROW to curb line
| | | | | | Spacing in linear feet (3)
| | | | | | | Visible ground plane/passage
area (4)
| | | | | | | | Setback from adjacent
property line
| | | | | | | | | Setback from ROW in
feet (5)
| | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Duration (days)
| | | | | | | | | | | Notes
| | | | | | | | | | | |
wall/banner sign no durable 1 6 20 5 0 15 after
closing
freestanding
pedestal/pole sign (9)
no durable 1 6 8 5 0 15 after
closing
Temporary signs
Open house -
real estate sales
sandwich - directional
(10)
no durable 4 6 4 5 0 after event
sandwich - site (10) no durable 1 6 4 5 0 after event
Special event - sales, charities, etc.
Schools,
churches,
parks, farmers
mkt, Xmas
trees
sandwich - directional
(10)
no durable 4
6 4 5 0 after event
sandwich - site (10) no durable 1 6 4 5 0 after event
window poster no na 50% after event
window banner no durable 1 16 0 after event
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Sign Allowance Table
Permit requirement
| Material restrictions
| | Number of signs
| | | Allowable surface area in sq. ft. (1)
| | | | Height in feet (2)
| | | | | Projection over ROW to curb line
| | | | | | Spacing in linear feet (3)
| | | | | | | Visible ground plane/passage
area (4)
| | | | | | | | Setback from adjacent
property line
| | | | | | | | | Setback from ROW in
feet (5)
| | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Duration (days)
| | | | | | | | | | | Notes
| | | | | | | | | | | |
wall sign/banner no durable 1 64 20 5 0 after event
banner - mounted
freestanding pole
no durable 1 10 20 (2) 8 5 0 after event
marquee/readerboard -
portable
no durable 1 18 4 5 0 after event
balloons (12) no biodegradable 15 20 5 after event
Residential
zones
sandwich - directional
(10)
no durable 2 6 4 5 0 after event
sandwich - site (10) no durable 1 6 4 5 0 after event
Commercial
zones
sandwich - directional
(10)
no durable 2 6 4 5 0 after event
sandwich - site (10) no durable 1 6 4 5 0 after event
window poster no na 50% after event
window banner no durable 1 16 0 after event
wall sign/banner no durable 1 64 20 5 0 after event
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Sign Allowance Table
Permit requirement
| Material restrictions
| | Number of signs
| | | Allowable surface area in sq. ft. (1)
| | | | Height in feet (2)
| | | | | Projection over ROW to curb line
| | | | | | Spacing in linear feet (3)
| | | | | | | Visible ground plane/passage
area (4)
| | | | | | | | Setback from adjacent
property line
| | | | | | | | | Setback from ROW in
feet (5)
| | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | Duration (days)
| | | | | | | | | | | Notes
| | | | | | | | | | | |
banner - mounted
freestanding pole
no durable 1 16 20 (2) 8 5 0 after event
marquee/readerboard -
portable
no durable 1 18 4 5 0 after event
balloons (12) no biodegradable 15 20 5 after event
inflatables (13) yes nonflammable 1 350 70 250 5 0 after event
SR-12/395 and
I-182
inflatables (13) yes nonflammable 1 350 70 500 5 0 after event
Political (16) freestanding no durable na 6 4 5 0 10 after
election
* Freestanding pole signs are not allowed of the downtown overlay zone.
1 The area within a continuous perimeter enclosing the outer limits of the sign face,
but not including structural elements, which are not a part of the display. The area
of a two-sided sign equals the area of one side. The area of a spherical, cubical, or
polyhedral sign equals 1/2 the total surface area.
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2 Height: measured from the average finished grade at the sign foundation.
Awning signs shall be at least 8 and no more than 16 feet above the walkway.
Blade/projecting signs shall not extend more than 10 feet above the building facade
or 6 feet from the face of the building.
3 Spacing: the linear distance between signs, or sign structures, in feet.
4 The area under the sign that shall be free of obstructions to allow passage of
pedestrians and vehicles.
5 Setback: shall be that portion of any sign or sign structure that is closest to the
property line.
6 Private informational signs must be for an original purpose and may not simply
repeat the same message over and over.
7 Reserved.Signs visible from Washington State Highways may be subject to the
Highway Advertising Control Act of 1971 and require approval by the Washington
State Department of Transportation in additional to local approval.
8 On private property adjacent to an arterial road: not within 100 feet of a public
street intersection, 300 feet of a residential district, within 250 feet of a freestanding
sign of 200 sf of display area.
9 Freeway interchange signs must be located within 1,000 feet of an interchange,
and 300 feet of ROW, on site of business on a minimum 15-acre site.
10 Square feet per one face of a two-sided sandwich board.
11 Window signs may include credit card logos and advertise hours of operation
and address.
12 Balloons shall be no larger than 18 inches in diameter, not attached to a roofline.
13 Inflatables shall be securely anchored to the ground and not create a traffic or
other hazard in the event of deflation.
Inflatables shall be measured by square feet of surface volume.
14 Off-premises directional signs shall be of the material, color, lettering font, and
structure specified by the Building Official.
15 Excepting Pasco High School Bulldogs stadium sign.
16 Campaign signs on private property are limited to 32 square feet in size.
17 Permanent freestanding pole signs are not allowed within the Downtown Core,
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Ordinance – Amending PMC Sections 17.10.010, 17.15.010, 17.15.040 and 25.95.050 - 21
as illustrated in PMC 25.95.050(2) of the Downtown Pasco Overlay zone.
Section 3. That Section 17.15.040 entitled “Prohibited signs” of the Pasco Municipal
Code shall be and hereby is amended and shall read as follows:
17.15.040 Prohibited Signs.
From and after September 1, 2006, it is unlawful for any person to maintain, erect
or place within the City:
(1) A swinging projecting sign;
(2) Signs attached to or placed upon a vehicle or trailer parked on private or
public property designed to operate as a de facto permanent advertising sign. This
provision is not to be construed as prohibiting the identification of a firm or its
principal products on a vehicle operating during the normal course of business. This
does not include automobile for sale signs or signs attached to licensed buses or
taxis;
(3) Private signs placed in or upon a public right-of-way, except as expressly
provided herein;
(4) Any sign that constitutes a traffic hazard or detriment to traffic safety
because of size, location, movement, content, or method of illumination. Any sign
that obstructs the vision of drivers or detracts from the visibility of any official
traffic control device or diverts or tends to divert the attention of drivers of moving
vehicles away from traffic movement on streets, roads, intersections, or access
facilities. No sign shall be erected so that it obstructs the vision of pedestrians, or
which by its glare or by its method of illumination constitutes a hazard to traffic.
No sign may use words, phrases, symbols or characters in such a manner as to
interfere with, mislead, or confuse the steady and safe flow of traffic;
(5) Any sign or advertising structure or supporting structure that is torn,
damaged, defaced or destroyed;
(6) Signs attached to utility poles, trees, rocks or other natural features;
(7) Signs attached to subdivision fences;
(8) Signs attached to benches on public rights-of-way;
(9) Billboards and product advertising signs; rRoof signs, including signs
painted directly on a sloped or gabled roof surface; strobe lights, lasers; strings of
streamers; and all other signs not otherwise specifically authorized or exempted by
this chapter;
(10) Off-premises signs except those expressly permitted herein;
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(11) Balloons or inflatables attached, anchored or tethered to a roof of a building.
Section 4. That Section 25.95.050 entitled “Development standards” of the Pasco
Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:
25.95.050 Development standards.
(1) The downtown Pasco overlay district shall be exempt from the following:
(a) Off-street parking requirements of Chapter 25.185 PMC.
(b) Density threshold requirements of PMC 25.215.015.
(2) The following signs shall be prohibited, within the downtown core, as
illustrated below, of the downtown overlay zone.
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Ordinance – Amending PMC Sections 17.10.010, 17.15.010, 17.15.040 and 25.95.050 - 23
(a) Billboard signs
(b) Freestanding pole signs
Section 5. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or word
of this Ordinance should be held to the invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent
jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality thereof shall not affect the validity or
constitutionality of any other section, subsection, sentence, clause phrase or word of this
Ordinance.
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Section 6. Corrections. Upon approval by the city attorney, the city clerk or the code
reviser are authorized to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including scrivener’s errors
or clerical mistakes; reference to other local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations; or
numbering or referencing of ordinances or their sections and subsections.
Section 7. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take full force and effect five (5) days
after approval, passage and publication as required by law.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, on this ___ day of _____,
2024.
_____________________________
Pete Serrano
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________________ ___________________________
Debra Barham, CMC Kerr Ferguson Law, PLLC
City Clerk City Attorneys
Published: _____________________________
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From: John Lehman <jlehman@meadowoutdoor.com>
Sent: Thursday, September 5, 2024 2:33:15 PM
To: Leo Perales <PeralesCouncil@pasco-wa.gov>
Subject: Latest Updates to Billboard Ordinance Proposal
Hello Councilmember Perales,
I am sending you this e-mail with the latest updates to the billboard sign ordinance proposal. I
want to make sure that you all have the same information on the current proposal with the most
current revisions requested. I have sent this same e-mail out to each of the City of Pasco
Councilmembers separately as I have done previously.
The first attachment is the Draft Billboard Ordinance. This draft contains language to allow
billboards and digital billboards within the City of Pasco. Under Section 2. Chapter 17.15 PMC
Sign Allowance Table, language was added in blue text to show “freestanding billboard signs” and
“freestanding digital billboard signs” and the specifications allowed for each. Under “Notes” for
each of these two categories “Maximum 25 billboard sign structures in City” was added to address
Council’s concern of too many billboards in the future.
The second attachment is to address Council’s concern about brightness control on digital
billboards. As I mentioned in the last workshop, all digital billboards come equipped with an
ambient light sensor and the control of light output based on ambient light conditions. During a
bright sunlit day, the light output is at its maximum. On a cloudy day, output is much less. At night,
the light output is at its very lowest level. Light conditions are measured accurately by the attached
light sensor.
This attachment language should be added into the definition of “Sign – billboard, digital” found on
page 6 of the Draft Billboard Ordinance.
The third attachment is to address Council’s concern about billboards in the Downtown Core
Area. The Council felt that billboards should not be built in the downtown core area. After meeting
with Councilmember Barajas and Pasco citizen Thomas Granbois, the attached language was
proposed. Billboards should not be allowed between 3rd and 5th Avenues and between Columbia
and Shoshone Streets. I also added clarifying language that billboards are allowed on other
properties zoned Commercial or Industrial in the Downtown Overlay Zone.
This attached language should be added in the proposed ordinance in Section 4. 29.95.050 (2) (a) in
place of “Billboard signs.”
I hope you find this summary helpful. Please let me know if you have any questions. I look forward
to moving this project to completion. I will see you at the next City Council meeting! Thank you
again for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
John Lehman
Lease Manager
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Digital billboard” means an outdoor advertising sign that is static and changes
messages by any electronic process or remote control, provided that the
change from one message to another message is no more frequent than once
every eight seconds and the actual change process is accomplished in two
seconds or less. Digital billboards must be equipped with a light sensor that
automatically adjusts the intensity of the billboard according to the amount of
ambient light. The display will operate at an intensity level of no more than 0.3
foot-candles over ambient light as measured at a distance of 150 feet.
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Billboards are not allowed on properties from 3rd Avenue to 5th
Avenue and from Columbia St. to Shoshone St., that rectangle area.
Billboards are allowed on all other properties outside the above
rectangle area in the Downtown Overlay District zoned commercial
or industrial.
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Amendment CA 2024-002 Billboards
Timeline:
•2006: Ordinance 3790 prohibited the replacement, substantial repair, and
construction of new billboards.
•February 5, 2024: City Council Meeting, Meadow Outdoor Advertising
proposed a code amendment (CA 2024-002) to allow billboards, including
digital billboards.
•July 8, 2024: City Council Workshop
•August 26, 2024: City Council Workshop
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Proposed Changes to PMC Titles 17 & 25
Substantive changes to the Draft Ordinance
Resulting from August 26, 2024 City Council Workshop:
1)Altered language prohibiting billboards within the entirety of the
Downtown Pasco Overlay District, to instead establish a 'downtown core'
area within the Downtown Overlay District where billboards will be
prohibited.
2)Removed freestanding pole sign restrictions from Downtown Pasco
Overlay District outside of ‘downtown core.’
3)Altered the definition of 'Sign, billboard, digital’ to include light intensity
regulation.
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Proposed Changes to PMC Titles 17 & 25
25.95.050 Development standards.
(2)The following signs shall be
prohibited, within the downtown core, as
illustrated below, of the downtown
overlay zone.
(a)Billboard signs
(b) Freestanding pole signs
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17.10.010 Generally.
“Sign – billboard, digital” means an off-premise sign or off-premise sign
structure supported by one or more uprights and braces in the ground,
erected entirely upon private property, upon which general advertising
messages are changed by any electronic process or remote control,
provided that the change from one message to another message is no
more frequent than once every eight seconds and the actual change
process is accomplished in two seconds or less. The display will operate at
an illumination intensity not to exceed three-tenths (0.3) foot-candles over
ambient light as measured at 150 feet and must be equipped with a light
sensor that automatically adjusts the intensity of the display in real-time
according to the amount of ambient light.
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council September 18, 2024
TO: Adam Lincoln, City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 9/23/24
FROM: Jacob Gonzalez, Director
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: Resolution - 2025 Community Development Block Grant Annual Work
Plan and Allocations (10 minutes)
I. REFERENCE(S):
Draft Proposed Resolution
Resolution No.1969
Planning Commission Minutes Dated 08/15/24
Power Point Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Craig Raymond, Deputy Community & Economic Development Deputy Director
and Kristin Webb, Block Grant Administrator will present the Community
Development Block Grant Program for 2025.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
CDBG Program Entitlement for 2025 is estimated at $651,474
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
The City of Pasco receives an annual entitlement grant from the United States
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Community
Development the of 1 Title by authorized program (CDBG) Grant Block
Housing Community Redevelopment Act.
The City's grant allocation process is guided by Resolution No. 1969, which
designates the Planning Commission as the CDBG Block Grant advisory
committee and addresses several community needs for which the CDBG
program will provide funding. The resolution places priority on projects that
address community development needs in the areas of housing, parks,
community sponsored recreation, infrastructure, community facilities, economic
development, removal of substandard and hazardous conditions, planning, and
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other activities that relate directly to improving the physical environment of the
City.
The Planning Commission held public hearings at the June 20, 2024, July 18,
2024, and the August 15, 2024, meetings. The public hearings solicited public
comment on any application for funding, or reallocation for the City of Pasco
2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. At the Planning
Commission Meeting held on June 20, 2024, applicants presented in regards
to their proposed activities.
V. DISCUSSION:
During the Planning Commission meeting on July 18, 2024, two options were
proposed for recommendation, prioritizing alignment with CDBG, HUD, and
City Council goals. Applicants were then graded from A to C based on how well
their Commission The goals. Planning with aligned applications these
postponed the recommendation, seeking additional information. Staff
presented the item again on August 15, 2024, where the requested information
led to a call for exploring three distinct funding options: Option 1, which would
provide partial funding to all applicants, and Option 2, which would only fund
applicants who received an A or B grade. With Option 3, a great number of
housing and economic development projects have been recommended for
funding. This approach aligns with the Consolidated Plan, Council goals, and
HUD's Emphasis on directing funds toward housing initiatives.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of Option 3 as presented in
the proposed resolution. In this model, 90% of the estimated allocated funds
were directed towards City projects, while the remaining 10% were allocated to
non-City initiatives.
The availability of funding for Fiscal Year 2025 activities remains uncertain until
the finalization of the 2025 budget by Congress.
Staff advises that the projects enumerated in the proposed resolution by
Exhibit A be allocated funding as it becomes accessible. Should there be any
unobligated funds, an amendment to the Annual Action Plan will be required to
allocate them to projects not currently listed in the plan. Furthermore, if the
actual funding levels deviate from initial estimates, adjustments will be made to
the allocation of each activity on a proportional basis before the submission of
the 2025 Annual Action Plan.
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Resolution – 2025 CDBG Work Plan and Allocations - 1
RESOLUTION NO. _________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON,
APPROVING THE PROGRAM YEAR 2025 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL WORK PLAN AND ALLOCATIONS.
WHEREAS, staff has prepared the Program Year 2025 Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Annual Work Plan for activities totaling $677,540 from the 2024 estimated
entitlement; and
WHEREAS, staff identified a criterion to align with City Council goals, the Tri-Cities
Consortium Consolidated Plan, and whether the applicants’ activities meet the intent of the
CDBG/HUD regulation. The applicants were given a score based on how many goals their
project met the criteria.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON:
That the Pasco City Council hereby approves the Annual Work Plan as attached herein as
Exhibit A.
Be It Further Resolved, that if entitlement funds are less than estimated, all projects will
be proportionately reduced except for program administration and the debt repayment section
108 loan.
Be It Further Resolved, that the City Manager, or authorized designee, is authorized to
execute all agreements in accordance with the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action
Plan Supplements previously approved by Council.
Be It Further Resolved, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, on this ___ day of
_____, 2024.
_____________________________
Pete Serrano
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________________ ___________________________
Debra Barham, CMC Kerr Ferguson Law, PLLC
City Clerk City Attorneys
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Resolution – 2025 CDBG Work Plan and Allocations - 2
EXHIBIT A
Activity Funding
CDBG Program Administration $135,000.00
Code Enforcement Officers- Rental Inspectors $70,000.00
Code & Community Program- Outreach/Clean up $5,000.00
Chip Minor Rehab Program- Rehabs $60,000.00
Pasco Specialty Kitchen- Equipment Replacement $24,180.00
Façade Improvement Program- Business Exterior Improvement $25,000.00
Housing Authority City of Pasco- Housing Rehabs $60,000.00
Peanuts Park North- Improvements $24,180.00
City of Pasco Playground Equipment- ADA Improvements $24,180.00
DEBT REPAYMENT – SECTION 108 LOAN $250,000.00
TOTAL $677,540.00
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A RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION N0.~9
designating the Planning Commission as the Block
Grant Advisory Committee and establishing a
Council policy regarding Community Development
Block Grant funding for the City of Pasco.
WHEREAS, the city is obligated to develop a local annual
block grant program supporting national objectives; and,
WHEREAS, federal block grant regulations provide latitude
to local governments in developing their annual block grant
program to meet local housing and community development needs;
and,
WHEREAS, local community development needs center around
housing, infrastructure, parks, recreation, economic development
and community revitalization; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO,
WASHINGTON:
Section 1. That the Planning Commission be designated
as the City's Block Grant Advisory Committee to assist in
development of the Community Development Block Grant Program.
Section 2. In developing the annual block grant
program, the city will consider only projects that address
community development needs in the areas of housing, parks,
community sponsored recreation, infrastructure, community
facilities, economic development, removal of substandard and
hazardous conditions, planning, and other actiyities that relate
directly to improving the physical environment of the city. No
social service programs as defined herein below will be funded
with block grant dollars.
Section 3. The expansion or construction of physical
facilities utilized to house social agencies will be considered
as an eligible activity under the city's block grant program.
Facility and construction expansion does not include minor
maintenance and upkeep such as painting and floor covering
replacement, nor does it include equipment purchases.
Section 4. For purposes of this policy, social service
programs are those programs carried on by non-profit
organizations (including governmental agency) designed to provide
health, welfare, educational and similar activities dealing with
the welfare of individual persons. Programs operated by the City
of Pasco such, as recreational programs, are not included in this
definition.
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PA~SED by the City Council
day of Ao ~c..t.ST , 1991.
ATTEST:
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Catherine D. Seama~Clerk
ity Attorney
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
City Hall - Council Chambers
525 North Third Avenue
Pasco, Washington
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024
6:30 PM
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 4 July 18, 2024
CALL TO ORDER
City of Pasco Planning Commission meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m., by Chair Jerry Cochran. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Cochran led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Rosa Torres, Mitchell Moffitt, Dana Crutchfield, Rachel Teel, and Jerry Cochran, a quorum was declared. Commissioners Excused: Paul Mendez, Abel Campos, Kim Lehrman, Jay Hendler Staff Present: Community & Economic Development Director Jacob Gonzalez, and Community & Economic Deputy Director Craig Raymond, Senior Planner Jennifer Ballard, CDBG Administrator Kristin Webb, and Administrative Assistant II Carmen Patrick
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Chair Cochran explained the Planning Commission is an advisory board made up of volunteers
appointed by City Council.
He further explained the purpose of the Planning Commission was to provide recommendations to
City Council regarding changes to the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Land Use Updates, Block Grant
Allocations and Zoning Code. The Planning Commission is tasked with considering the long-term
growth and development of the community, the impact of land use decisions on community,
livability, economic opportunity, housing affordability, public services, and the environment. Chair
Cochran reminded the audience tonight’s proceedings were being broadcast live on City of Pasco’s
Facebook page and on Charter Cable PSC Channel 191 and will be rebroadcast several times
during the next month.
He stated the meeting was also being recorded and could be watched on City of Pasco’s website,
which is Pasco-wa.gov. Click on the VIDEO ON DEMAND link and make your selection there.
Chair Cochran stated copies of the meeting agenda were available on the back table. He then asked
that everyone silence cell phones to prevent interruptions during the meeting. For those present this
evening, when you are given the opportunity to address the Commission, please come to the
podium, speak clearly into the microphone, and state your name and city of address for the record.
Chair Cochran reminded the audience and the Planning Commission that Washington State Law
requires public meetings like the one being held this evening not only be fair, but also appear to be
fair. In addition, Washington State Law prohibits Planning Commission members from
participating in discussions or decisions in which the member may have a direct interest or may be
either benefited or harmed by the Planning Commission’s decision. An objection to any Planning
Commission member hearing any matter on tonight’s agenda needs to be aired at this time or it will
be waived.
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 4 July 18, 2024
Chair Cochran asked if there were any Planning Commission members who have a declaration at
this time regarding any of the items on the agenda.
Chair Cochran recused himself due to being a board member of Domestic Violence
Services, a current CDBG Grant Applicant, whose application is getting voted on.
Chair Cochran asked if anyone in the audience objected to any Planning Commission member
hearing any of the items on the agenda.
No declarations were heard.
Chair Cochran stated the Planning Commission needed and valued public input explaining it helped
the Commission understand the issues more clearly and allowed for better recommendations to City
Council. Furthermore, in many cases, this could be the only forum for the public to get facts and
opinions placed into the official record and City Council will use to make the Commission’s
decision. He encouraged those present to take full advantage of this opportunity.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Moffitt moved to approve the Planning Commission meeting minutes of July 18,
2024, Commissioner Crutchfield seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
A. 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) MF#BGAP2024-003 Program
Allocations MF#BGAP2024-003
Kristin Webb spoke to the Commissioners regarding the updates she made per their request
regarding the options of the CDBG program allocations. She explained all 3 options and the
differences between them.
Commissioners concern was grant funding for a city employee, and would like next year for the
City to find other funding regarding this position.
Commissioner Crutchfield made a motion to adopt Option 3 with a recommendation to City
Council to seek additional funds to fully support Code Enforcement. Seconded by
Commissioner Teel, motion passed unanimously.
B. 2025 HOME Program MF# BGAP2024-004 Allocation and Annual Work Plan MF#
BGAP2024-004
Kristin Webb shared Pasco, in collaboration with Kennewick and Richland, has been part of a
HOME Consortium since 1996, allowing the cities to receive federal HOME funds. After
setting aside 10% for the lead agency (currently Richland) and 15% for the Community
Housing Development Organization (CHDO), Pasco’s estimated entitlement is $116,160.
Additional program income from down payment assistance payoffs is estimated at $100,000.
We are budgeting $98,800 for the rehabilitation/acquisition of a house, which will be
purchased, rehabbed, and sold to a low-income family. For down payment assistance, we
expect to allocate $10,000 for one home, given Pasco’s current purchase limit of $347,000. The
Consortium is also rebranding its down payment assistance program with real estate agencies to
increase awareness.
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 4 July 18, 2024
Additionally, $98,080 is allocated for Tenant-Based Rental Assistance, administered by
Community Action Connection (CAC). Lastly, $10,000 is budgeted for program administration
by Pasco staff.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
WORSHOP
A. Code Amendment CA 2024-001 Overnight Truck Habitation
Jennifer Ballard provided an update on CA 2024-001, the Overnight Truck Parking and
Habitation code amendment, which was initiated by a citizen due to developer interest. This
year, the Planning Commission held a public hearing and several workshops to define and draft
ordinance language. The Commission reviewed the draft ordinance, made recommendations,
and proposed changes.
Key points include limiting overnight truck parking and habitation to industrial zoning districts
(I-1, I-2, and I-3) with a special permit, a maximum 72-hour stay, and access via highways and
local truck routes. The ordinance requires a 1,000-foot buffer from residential areas, parks, and
schools, and a maximum facility size of 15 acres. Amenities like restrooms, pet relief areas, and
potable water must be provided, and the site must be clean, safe, and secure with 24-hour
management, perimeter fencing, security cameras, and safety lighting. Signage will include
contact information for Code Enforcement and Benton Franklin Health District. Solid waste
management and additional amenities per 30 parking stalls are also required. The draft
ordinance includes changes reviewed at the July 18th meeting.
The Commission stated their concerns, however, agreed that this should move forward to a
public hearing.
OTHER BUSINESS
Jacob Gonzalez informed the Commission that it was Commissioner Mendez last meeting, he has
been on the Planning Commission since 2015, and he has been a part of several major planning
efforts and projects within the city and thanked him for his time and dedication.
The City Council reappointed the position, and the new Commissioner will be present for the
September 19, 2024 meeting.
Commissioner Moffitt announced it would be his last meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Cochran stated with no other business, I recommend a motion to adjourn.
Commissioner Crutchfield made the motion to adjourn the meeting, it was seconded by
Commissioner Moffitt, motion passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 7:31 pm.
YouTube link to watch full meeting: Pasco Planning Commission, August 15, 2024 (youtube.com)
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 4 July 18, 2024
Respectfully submitted,
Carmen Patrick, Administrative Assistant II
Community & Economic Development Department
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Pasco City Council Meeting
September 23, 2024
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2025 CDBG Grant Cycle
2025 Community Development Block
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Background
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
provides annual grants on a formula basis to state, cities,
and counties to develop viable urban communities by
providing decent housing and suitable living environment,
and by expanding economic opportunities principally for
low-to-moderate income persons.
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Introduction
Where this money comes from? Department of Housing and Urban Development
Provides funding for Rehabilitation for Housing.
How many did we help in the last 4 years? 18 Applicants
How much have we given out in that 4-year period? $954,961
Provides funding for Public Service Activities.
How many did we help in the last 5 years? 28 Applicants
How much have we given out in that 5-year period? $375,435
Provides funding for Economic Opportunities.
How many did we help in the last 5 years? 25 Applicants
How much have we given out in that 5-year period? $1,433,348
***Starting in 2019 funds were being allocated to the SECTION 108 DEBT Payment $940,158
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Process
Advertise Request for Applications- May 1st
Applications Deadline- May 31st
Staff reviews applications for completeness
Applications are presented to the City Planning Commission in June with a presentation from the applicants
City Planning Commission holds a public hearing in July- and staff presents the staff
committee recommendation
If the City Planning Commission doesn’t make a recommendation the public hearing will
remain open till the next planning commission meeting
The City Planning Commission closes the public hearing and makes a recommendation to City Council
Staff presents City Council with the Planning Commission recommendation for approval
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Criteria & Public Hearings
Council Goals
Tri -Cities HOME Consortium Consolidated Plan
CDBG/HUD Regulations and National Objective
Planning Commission Public Hearings: June- August
2024
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Annual Work Plan
Activity Funding
CDBG Program Administration $135,000.00
Code Enforcement Officer- Rental Inspector $70,000.00
Code & Community Program- Public Outreach & Engagement $5,000.00
Chip Minor Rehab Program- Rehabs $60,000.00
Pasco Specialty Kitchen- Equipment Replacement $24,180.00
Façade Improvement Program- Business Exterior Improvement $25,000.00
Housing Authority City of Pasco- Housing Rehabs $60,000.00
Peanuts Park North- Improvements $24,180.00
City of Pasco Playground Equipment- ADA Improvements $24,180.00
DEBT REPAYMENT- SECTION 108 LOAN $250,000.00
TOTAL $677,540.00
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council September 18, 2024
TO: Adam Lincoln, City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 9/23/24
FROM: Jacob Gonzalez, Director
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: Resolution - 2025 HOME Annual Work Plan and Allocations (5 minutes)
I. REFERENCE(S):
Draft Resolution
Resolution No. 1969
Planning Commission Minutes Dated 08/15/24
Power Point Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Craig Raymond, Deputy Community & Economic Development Deputy Director
and Kristin Webb, Block Grant Administrator will present the proposed 2025
HOME Annual Work Plan and Allocations.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
Pasco's share of Federal HOME funds is $216,160 (including program income)
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
The City of Pasco entered into a HOME Consortium Agreement with the Cities
of Kennewick and Richland in 1996 making the city eligible for federal HOME
funds through Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Every three (3) years,
during the renewal cycle, member cities are given the opportunity to withdraw
from the consortium, make changes to the cooperative agreement, or select a
new Lead Agency. Each member city is allocated an equal share of the
entitlement after 10% set aside for the lead agency to administer the program,
which is Richland, and 15% set aside for the Community Housing Development
Organization (CHDO).
When funds are allocated, it's important that they are used in compliance with
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the regulations set forth by the HUD HOME Investment Partnerships Program,
as well as in alignment with Pasco's own municipal codes and strategic plans.
The City Council's prioritizations to target low-moderate income census tracts
(201, 202, 203, and 204) helps ensure that the allocation of these funds is both
strategic and equitable, directing them to areas where they can facilitate
significant improvements in living conditions for low and moderate-income
residents.
If HOME funds cannot be applied to priority areas, then they are used as
needed within the city limits for the benefit of eligible families, which allows for
flexibility in addressing housing needs while still targeting the overall goals of
the City of Pasco's and the HOME program. Previously, the funds were
allocated to provide assistance with down payments and tenant-based rental
subsidies.
As noted in Fiscal Impact, the City of Pasco's share of Federal HOME funds is
$216,160, which includes program income.
V. DISCUSSION:
The annual HOME entitlements funding which is estimated at $216,160
(including program income) shall be allocated to the Community Housing
Improvement Program (CHIP) First Time Homebuyer Assistance program,
which is a down payment assistance loan program to help low-to-moderate
income eligible households with down payment and closing cost assistance to
purchase their first home, Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) is a rental
subsidy to help individual households afford housing cost such as rent and
utility cost, and Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation is a loan program to protect the
health and safety of the household by preserving and restoring the integrity of
the home by addressing code and safety issues.
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Resolution – 2025 HOME Annual Work Plan & Allocation- 1
RESOLUTION NO. _________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON,
APPROVING FEDERAL 2025 HOME ANNUAL WORK PLAN AND
ALLOCATIONS
WHEREAS, the City of Pasco (City), together with the Cities of Kennewick and Richland,
renewed a 2021 Interlocal Cooperation Agreement continuing the participation in the Tri-Cities
Consortium originally formed in 1996 under the Home Investment Partnership (HOME) Program
through December 2025; and
WHEREAS, the City has established a Community Housing Improvement Program
(CHIP); and
WHEREAS, $216,160 is expected to be available from entitlement funds and program
income, for Pasco HOME projects in program year 2025.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PASCO, WASHINGTON:
That the 2025 HOME funds received by the City of Pasco shall be allocated to the
Community Housing Improvements Program (CHIP) First Time Homebuyer Assistance program,
which operates city-wide with priority given to neighborhood improvement areas and low-
moderate income census tracts, Tenant Based Rental Assistance and Owner-Occupied
Rehabilitation.
Be It Further Resolved, that the City Manager or authorize designee is hereby authorized
to sign all agreements in accordance with the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action
Plan Supplements previously approved by Council.
Be It Further Resolved, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, on this ___ day of _____,
2024.
_____________________________
Pete Serrano
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________________ ___________________________
Debra Barham, CMC Kerr Ferguson Law, PLLC
City Clerk City Attorneys
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A RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION N0.~9
designating the Planning Commission as the Block
Grant Advisory Committee and establishing a
Council policy regarding Community Development
Block Grant funding for the City of Pasco.
WHEREAS, the city is obligated to develop a local annual
block grant program supporting national objectives; and,
WHEREAS, federal block grant regulations provide latitude
to local governments in developing their annual block grant
program to meet local housing and community development needs;
and,
WHEREAS, local community development needs center around
housing, infrastructure, parks, recreation, economic development
and community revitalization; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO,
WASHINGTON:
Section 1. That the Planning Commission be designated
as the City's Block Grant Advisory Committee to assist in
development of the Community Development Block Grant Program.
Section 2. In developing the annual block grant
program, the city will consider only projects that address
community development needs in the areas of housing, parks,
community sponsored recreation, infrastructure, community
facilities, economic development, removal of substandard and
hazardous conditions, planning, and other actiyities that relate
directly to improving the physical environment of the city. No
social service programs as defined herein below will be funded
with block grant dollars.
Section 3. The expansion or construction of physical
facilities utilized to house social agencies will be considered
as an eligible activity under the city's block grant program.
Facility and construction expansion does not include minor
maintenance and upkeep such as painting and floor covering
replacement, nor does it include equipment purchases.
Section 4. For purposes of this policy, social service
programs are those programs carried on by non-profit
organizations (including governmental agency) designed to provide
health, welfare, educational and similar activities dealing with
the welfare of individual persons. Programs operated by the City
of Pasco such, as recreational programs, are not included in this
definition.
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PA~SED by the City Council
day of Ao ~c..t.ST , 1991.
ATTEST:
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Catherine D. Seama~Clerk
ity Attorney
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
City Hall - Council Chambers
525 North Third Avenue
Pasco, Washington
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024
6:30 PM
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 4 July 18, 2024
CALL TO ORDER
City of Pasco Planning Commission meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m., by Chair Jerry Cochran. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Cochran led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Rosa Torres, Mitchell Moffitt, Dana Crutchfield, Rachel Teel, and Jerry Cochran, a quorum was declared. Commissioners Excused: Paul Mendez, Abel Campos, Kim Lehrman, Jay Hendler Staff Present: Community & Economic Development Director Jacob Gonzalez, and Community & Economic Deputy Director Craig Raymond, Senior Planner Jennifer Ballard, CDBG Administrator Kristin Webb, and Administrative Assistant II Carmen Patrick
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Chair Cochran explained the Planning Commission is an advisory board made up of volunteers
appointed by City Council.
He further explained the purpose of the Planning Commission was to provide recommendations to
City Council regarding changes to the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Land Use Updates, Block Grant
Allocations and Zoning Code. The Planning Commission is tasked with considering the long-term
growth and development of the community, the impact of land use decisions on community,
livability, economic opportunity, housing affordability, public services, and the environment. Chair
Cochran reminded the audience tonight’s proceedings were being broadcast live on City of Pasco’s
Facebook page and on Charter Cable PSC Channel 191 and will be rebroadcast several times
during the next month.
He stated the meeting was also being recorded and could be watched on City of Pasco’s website,
which is Pasco-wa.gov. Click on the VIDEO ON DEMAND link and make your selection there.
Chair Cochran stated copies of the meeting agenda were available on the back table. He then asked
that everyone silence cell phones to prevent interruptions during the meeting. For those present this
evening, when you are given the opportunity to address the Commission, please come to the
podium, speak clearly into the microphone, and state your name and city of address for the record.
Chair Cochran reminded the audience and the Planning Commission that Washington State Law
requires public meetings like the one being held this evening not only be fair, but also appear to be
fair. In addition, Washington State Law prohibits Planning Commission members from
participating in discussions or decisions in which the member may have a direct interest or may be
either benefited or harmed by the Planning Commission’s decision. An objection to any Planning
Commission member hearing any matter on tonight’s agenda needs to be aired at this time or it will
be waived.
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 4 July 18, 2024
Chair Cochran asked if there were any Planning Commission members who have a declaration at
this time regarding any of the items on the agenda.
Chair Cochran recused himself due to being a board member of Domestic Violence
Services, a current CDBG Grant Applicant, whose application is getting voted on.
Chair Cochran asked if anyone in the audience objected to any Planning Commission member
hearing any of the items on the agenda.
No declarations were heard.
Chair Cochran stated the Planning Commission needed and valued public input explaining it helped
the Commission understand the issues more clearly and allowed for better recommendations to City
Council. Furthermore, in many cases, this could be the only forum for the public to get facts and
opinions placed into the official record and City Council will use to make the Commission’s
decision. He encouraged those present to take full advantage of this opportunity.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Moffitt moved to approve the Planning Commission meeting minutes of July 18,
2024, Commissioner Crutchfield seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
A. 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) MF#BGAP2024-003 Program
Allocations MF#BGAP2024-003
Kristin Webb spoke to the Commissioners regarding the updates she made per their request
regarding the options of the CDBG program allocations. She explained all 3 options and the
differences between them.
Commissioners concern was grant funding for a city employee, and would like next year for the
City to find other funding regarding this position.
Commissioner Crutchfield made a motion to adopt Option 3 with a recommendation to City
Council to seek additional funds to fully support Code Enforcement. Seconded by
Commissioner Teel, motion passed unanimously.
B. 2025 HOME Program MF# BGAP2024-004 Allocation and Annual Work Plan MF#
BGAP2024-004
Kristin Webb shared Pasco, in collaboration with Kennewick and Richland, has been part of a
HOME Consortium since 1996, allowing the cities to receive federal HOME funds. After
setting aside 10% for the lead agency (currently Richland) and 15% for the Community
Housing Development Organization (CHDO), Pasco’s estimated entitlement is $116,160.
Additional program income from down payment assistance payoffs is estimated at $100,000.
We are budgeting $98,800 for the rehabilitation/acquisition of a house, which will be
purchased, rehabbed, and sold to a low-income family. For down payment assistance, we
expect to allocate $10,000 for one home, given Pasco’s current purchase limit of $347,000. The
Consortium is also rebranding its down payment assistance program with real estate agencies to
increase awareness.
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 4 July 18, 2024
Additionally, $98,080 is allocated for Tenant-Based Rental Assistance, administered by
Community Action Connection (CAC). Lastly, $10,000 is budgeted for program administration
by Pasco staff.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
WORSHOP
A. Code Amendment CA 2024-001 Overnight Truck Habitation
Jennifer Ballard provided an update on CA 2024-001, the Overnight Truck Parking and
Habitation code amendment, which was initiated by a citizen due to developer interest. This
year, the Planning Commission held a public hearing and several workshops to define and draft
ordinance language. The Commission reviewed the draft ordinance, made recommendations,
and proposed changes.
Key points include limiting overnight truck parking and habitation to industrial zoning districts
(I-1, I-2, and I-3) with a special permit, a maximum 72-hour stay, and access via highways and
local truck routes. The ordinance requires a 1,000-foot buffer from residential areas, parks, and
schools, and a maximum facility size of 15 acres. Amenities like restrooms, pet relief areas, and
potable water must be provided, and the site must be clean, safe, and secure with 24-hour
management, perimeter fencing, security cameras, and safety lighting. Signage will include
contact information for Code Enforcement and Benton Franklin Health District. Solid waste
management and additional amenities per 30 parking stalls are also required. The draft
ordinance includes changes reviewed at the July 18th meeting.
The Commission stated their concerns, however, agreed that this should move forward to a
public hearing.
OTHER BUSINESS
Jacob Gonzalez informed the Commission that it was Commissioner Mendez last meeting, he has
been on the Planning Commission since 2015, and he has been a part of several major planning
efforts and projects within the city and thanked him for his time and dedication.
The City Council reappointed the position, and the new Commissioner will be present for the
September 19, 2024 meeting.
Commissioner Moffitt announced it would be his last meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Cochran stated with no other business, I recommend a motion to adjourn.
Commissioner Crutchfield made the motion to adjourn the meeting, it was seconded by
Commissioner Moffitt, motion passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 7:31 pm.
YouTube link to watch full meeting: Pasco Planning Commission, August 15, 2024 (youtube.com)
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 4 July 18, 2024
Respectfully submitted,
Carmen Patrick, Administrative Assistant II
Community & Economic Development Department
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Pasco City Council Meeting
September 23, 2024
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2025 HOME Grant Cycle
2025 HOME Annual Work Plan and
Allocations
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Introduction
Where this money comes from? Department of Housing and Urban Development
Provides emergency housing repair assistance to eligible homeowners.
How many did we help in the last period? 1 and currently working on 2 more
How much have we given out in the last period? $62,964.46
Provides down payment assistance for eligible applicants.
How many did we help in the last 5 years? 18 Down Payment Assistance
How much have we given out in that 5-year period? $160,644
Rental assistance for eligible applicants.
How many did we help in the last 5 years? 152 Families
How much have we given out in that 5-year period? $592,322
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Estimated Entitlement Funds $116,160
Estimated Program Income $100,000
$216,160
Owner Occupied Rehab $98,080
Proposed DPA Projects (1)$10,000
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance $98,080
Program Administration $10,000
2025 HOME Annual Work Plan
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September 23, 2024
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council September 20, 2024
TO: Adam Lincoln, City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 9/23/24
FROM: Richa Sigdel, Deputy City Manager
City Manager
SUBJECT: Property and Sales Tax Basics Presentation (10 minutes)
I. REFERENCE(S):
Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Presentation from Deputy City Manager Richa Sigdel.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
Information only.
V. DISCUSSION:
Staff will provide an introduction of how property taxes are accessed in
Washington State as well as property and sale tax for the City.
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2025-2026 Biennium Budget
PROPERTY TAX &
SALES TAX BASICS
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AD VALOREM TAX
(Property Tax)
•Under state law, no local government may
increase its property tax levy more than 1%
in a given year, and local governments with a
population of 10,000 or more are limited to
the lesser of 1% or the rate of inflation
(Implicit Price Deflator)
•Implicit Price Deflator (IPD) for 2025 is not
known yet but expected to be well above .
City can adopt resolution received full 1%
increase as allowed by statute.
•IPD is an economic metric that accounts
for inflation by converting output measured
at current prices into constant-dollar GDP.
This specific deflator shows how much a
change in the base year's GDP relies upon
changes in the price level
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AND ASSESSED VALUATION HISTORY
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•Banked capacity is accrued when
local governments forego yearly
increases to property taxes
•If no current need, City has
historically banked its levy
capacity for future purposes
•City used all of its banked
capacity in 2019 to fund major
infrastructure investments like
relocation of Fire Stations
•City currently has $602,726 in
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New
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2024 Levy 13,314,947 13,314,947 13,314,947 13,314,947
1% Increase 133,149 133,149
State Utility AV 50,000 50,000 50,000
*New Construction 450,000 450,000 450,000
Banked Capacity 602,726 602,726
Total Levy 13,814,947 13,948,097 14,550,823
Levy Rate 1.079 1.056 1.066 1.112
Levy Rate Change (0.023) (0.013) 0.033
*Assessed Valuation 12,331,147,293 13,081,147,293 13,081,147,293 13,081,147,293
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Property Tax
Collection
Assessed
Valuation
Property
Tax Rate
Population
13,314,94712,331,147,293$1.0882,500 Pasco
15,398,78511,625,611,226$1.3384,750 Kennewick
20,786,90411,675,343,501$1.7863,320 Richland
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Sales Tax
Approximate
City's Portion
State 6.50%
City/County (85%/15%) 1.00% 0.85%
Transit 0.60%
Public Safety* 0.30% 0.10%
Criminal Justice** 0.10% 0.07%
Juvenile Detention 0.10%
Public Facilities District 0.20%
Behavioral Health 0.10%
8.90% 1.02%
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Accommodation
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Construction
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Retail Trade
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Wholesale Trade
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Promote a high-quality of life through quality programs, services and
appropriate investment and re- investment in community
infrastructure.
City Council Goals
QUALITY OF LIFE
2024-2025
Enhance the long-term viability, value, and service levels of services
and programs.
FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
Promote a highly functional multi-modal transportation system.
COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION NETWORK
Implement targeted strategies to reduce crime through strategic
investments in infrastructure, staffing, and equipment.
COMMUNITY SAFETY
Promote and encourage economic vitality.
ECONOMIC VITALITY
Identify opportunities to enhance City of Pasco identity, cohesion,
and image.
CITY IDENTITY
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METAS DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL
2024-2025
Promover una alta calidad de vida a través de programas, servicios
y inversion apropiada y reinversión en la comunidad infraestructura
comunitaria.
CALIDAD DE VIDA
Promover viabilidad financiera a largo plazo, valor, y niveles de
calidad de los servicios y programas.
SOSTENIBIILIDAD FINANCIERA
Promover un sistema de transporte multimodal altamente funcional.
RED DE TRANSPORTE DE LA COMUNIDAD
Implementar estrategias específicas para reducir la delincuencia por
medios de inversiones estratégicas en infraestructura, personal y equipo.
SEGURIDAD DE NUESTRA COMUNIDAD
Promover y fomentar vitalidad económica.
VITALIDAD ECONOMICA
Identificar oportunidades para mejorar la identidad comunitaria, la
cohesión, y la imagen.
IDENTIDAD COMUNITARIA
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