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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024.10.21 Council Minutes MINUTES City Council Regular Meeting 7:00 PM - Monday, October 21, 2024 Pasco City Hall, Council Chambers & Microsoft Teams Webinar CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Pete Serrano, Mayor. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present: Pete Serrano, David Milne, Blanche Barajas, Melissa Blasdel, Charles Grimm, Peter Harpster, and Leo Perales Councilmembers attending remotely: None Councilmembers absent: None Staff present: Adam Lincoln, City Manager; Richa Sigdel, Deputy City Manager; Angela Pashon, Assistant City Manager; Darcy Buckley, Brent Cook, Deputy Police Chief; Finance Director; Kevin Crowley, Fire Chief; Eric Ferguson, City Attorney; Jacob Gonzalez, Land Use & Planning Advisor; Craig Raymond, Community & Economic Development Deputy Director; Arman Rashid, IT Director; Jesse Rice, Parks & Recreation Director; Maria Serra, Public Works Director; and Debby Barham, City Clerk The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Meeting Minutes for October 7th and October 15th To approve the minutes of the Pasco City Council Regular Meeting and Regular Workshop held on October 7, 2024 and October 15, 2024 respectively. Bills and Communications - Approving Claims in the Total Amount of $7,356,708.26 and Write-off Totaling $28,005.75 (delinquent bad debt) To approve claims in the total amount of $7,356,708.26 ($5,165,325.57 in Check Nos. 267208 - 267517; $904,966.63 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 848089 - 848126, 848128 - 848153; $5,822.13 in Check Nos. 54838 - 54840; $1,280,593.93 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 30215006 - 30215690). To approve bad debt write-off for accounts receivable including Utility Billing, Ambulance, Cemetery, General Accounts, and Miscellaneous Accounts in the total amount of $28,005.75 and, of that amount, authorize $28,005.75 to be turned over for collection. Approve Tri-City Regional Hotel/Motel Commission 2025 Marketing Plan & Budget To approve the Tri-City Regional Hotel-Motel Commission (TCRHMC) 2025 Marking Plan and Operating Budget of $2,200,000, with City of Pasco's share of $568,000. Ordinance No. 4735 - Amending PMC Sections 10.31.010 and 10.31.020 Related to Automated Traffic Cameras To adopt Ordinance No. 4735, amending the Pasco Municipal Code Sections 10.31.010 Authorized Use of Automated Traffic Safety Cameras and 10.31.020 Notice of Infraction for Automated Traffic Control System and, further, authorize publication by summary only. Resolution No. 4509 - First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with Department of Corrections for Office Space and Support Services for Community Corrections Officers To approve Resolution No. 4509, authorizing the City Manager to execute the interlocal agreement with Department of Corrections for Office Space and Support Services for Community Corrections Officers. Resolution No. 4510 - Interagency Agreement Washington State Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force To approve Resolution No. 4510, authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interagency Agreement between the Washington State Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force acting through the City of Seattle Police Department and the Pasco Police Department. Resolution No. 4511 - Interagency Agreement with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission for Traffic Safety Emphasis Patrols To approve Resolution No.4511, authorizing the City Manager to execute the interagency agreement between the Washington Traffic Safety Commission and the City of Pasco for traffic safety emphasis patrols. ROLL CALL VOTE MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Barajas to approve the Consent Agenda as read. RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0 AYES: Mayor Serrano, Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and Councilmember Perales PUBLIC COMMENTS Robert Hoffman, Pasco, WA, commented on code enforcement, rental inspections and asked for clarification on the requirements for windows of his rental properties. Dallas Green, Pasco, WA, commented on the Court Street and Sacajawea Trail speeding issue that was discussed at the last Council Workshop. Kirk Watts, Franklin County, commented about safety along Court Street due to vehicles speeding along the street. He expressed appreciation to Councilmember Grimm and Mayor Pro Tem Milne for their efforts. Deb Huntington, Pasco, WA, commented on the Court Street and Sacajawea Trail speeding issue. Mr. Lincoln stated that when the Court Street and Sacajawea Trail topic comes back before Council, staff will provide why and what qualifies a roadway to become an arterial road. Mary Mahoney, Pasco resident, commented the following topics: a 2022 Council meeting, an LID near her home, the Tri Cities Animal Control Authority (TCACA), the proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), WSU related to testing on animals and Pasco Public Facilities District Aquatic Facility project. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS Verbal Reports from Councilmembers Mr. Grimm reported on the Benton Franklin Council of Governments (BFCOG) Board, Good Roads & Transportation Association, and Franklin County Emergency Management meetings he recently attended. He expressed appreciation to Ms. Serra for her efforts to obtain funding for Public Works projects, as well as two (2) wastewater projects that were nationally recognized. Mayor Serrano also expressed appreciation to Ms. Serra for the same reasons. Ms. Blasdell reported on the Fire Department Station No. 84 firefighters promotion ceremony she recently attended. Mr. Perales reported on the Places Conference hosted by the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation and Washington State 911 Advisory Committee he recently attended. Mayor Pro Tem Milne reported on the Boys & Girls Clubs' Dinner with Friends event, the COPA Economic Development meeting, and the Serving our Heroes event hosted by Amazon. Mr. Harpster reported on the Pasco Parks & Recreation Community Fun Run event. Ms. Barajas reported on the donation $43K from Gary Sinise Foundation and Amazon given to Franklin County District No. 3 for a Fire Safety House & a Ladder Truck Slide Inflatable, along with a trailer to transport these valuable resources to various events. HEARINGS AND COUNCIL ACTION ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS RELATING THERETO Public Hearing for 2025 Ad Valorem Tax (Property Tax) and General Fund Revenue Ms. Buckley provided a brief report on the options available to Council when setting the 2025 Ad Valorem (property) Tax amount, as well as the proposed General Fund revenue. Council asked for clarification regarding the Ad Valorem and revenues for the General Fund in which Ms. Buckley and Mr. Lincoln provided responses. Mayor Serrano declared the Public Hearing open to consider the proposed 2025 Ad Valorem Tax and General Fund Revenue. Following three calls for comments, and there being none, Mayor Serrano declared the Public Hearing closed. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS Resolution No. 4512 - Setting a Date to Consider a Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings for Horrigan Farms and Cherry Bloom Annexation (ANX 2024-005) Mr. Raymond provided a brief report on the request to annex property into the City of Pasco from Horrigan Farms and Cherry Bloom. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel to approve Resolution No. 4512, setting 7:00 PM, November 4, 2024, as the time and date for a public meeting with the initiators to consider the Horrigan Farms and Cherry Bloom Notice of Intent to commence annexation of Short Plat 2021- 08 Lot 2, and Short Plat 2022-32 Lots 1 and 2, property located South of Burns Road and east of Shoreline Drive in Section 12, Township 9N, Range 28 E.W.M. RESULT: Motion carried unanimously 7-0 AYES: Mayor Serrano, Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and Councilmember Perales UNFINISHED BUSINESS Presentation of 2025-2026 Biennial Budget Mr. Lincoln introduced the next presentations for the City Council, City Manager's Office, Information Technology, and Finance Departments and Non-Departmental Budgets. Ms. Pashon provided a presentation for the City Council and City Manager's Office proposed budgets. Council and Ms. Pashon briefly discussed the proposed City Manager's Office budget. Mr. Rashid provided a presentation for the IT Department proposed budget. Ms. Buckley provided a presentation for the Finance Department and Non- Departmental proposed budgets. Mr. Grimm expressed appreciation for the efforts from staff to review expenses and propose reductions. Mr. Milne asked about the reduction of COPA funding and both, Mr. Lincoln and Ms. Pashon stated that the COPA funding request was being reviewed that the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) at this time and therefore was removed from the Non-Departmental proposed budget. RECESS Mayor Serrano called for a five minute recess at 9:00 PM. NEW BUSINESS Presentation Downtown Masterplan Implementation Update Ms. Sigdel introduced Jeff Arango, Managing Principal with Framework Consulting, who provided a progress report related to the Downtown Pasco Master Plan (Master Plan) and presented the plans for the additional implementation of the Master Plan. Mayor Serrano and Mr. Perales expressed appreciation for the presentation. Mr. Perales asked if the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding available for the downtown lighting and Ms. Sigdel confirmed that CDBG funding is an option. Irrigation Utility Revenue Requirements & Connection Charges Ms. Sigdel introduced Brooke Taci with FCS Group Ms. Serra provided an brief background on the City's irrigation system. She also discussed the current status of the system and needs for repairs and expansion of the irrigation system. Ms. Taci provided a presentation on the recent process undertaken to calculate revenue requirements and connection charges. These are based on assumptions consistent with utility need projections and prudent fiscal policies. She stated that staff is looking for Council's direction on the establishment of connection fees and increase in monthly fees. Council, Ms. Taci and Mr. Ferguson continued discussion about the irrigation utility and fee structure. Council concurred and directed staff to reach the City's stakeholders and developers to explore establishing a connection charge for new connections. MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION Mayor Pro Tem Milne asked Council to support a speed limit reduction along Court Street. Mr. Ferguson stated, per the Council's Rule of Procedure, that since this item was not listed in the agenda, that a motion to bring it forward for discussion must be made first. ROLL CALL VOTE MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Perales to add the topic of speed reduction along Court Street to the agenda for discussion. RESULT: Motion carried 6-1 AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and Councilmember Perales NAYS: Mayor Serrano Mr. Grimm expressed support for speed reduction. Mr. Ferguson explained that before an ordinance to reduce the speed limit on a roadway, either a traffic study needs to be conducted or City-wide procedures related to speed limits need to be implemented, then final action may be taken. Council and staff continued discussion regarding speed limit reduction along Court Street and throughout the City. ROLL CALL VOTE MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Milne moved, seconded by Councilmember Grimm to direct staff to draft an ordinance to change the speed limit on West Court Street between Road 100 and Harris to 25 MPH in order to enhance traffic safety in the area. RESULT: DEFEATED. 3-4 AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Grimm, and Councilmember Perales NAYS: Mayor Serrano, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, and Councilmember Harpster ROLL CALL VOTE MOTION: Councilmember Harpster moved, seconded by Councilmember Blasdel to direct staff to work with Kerr Ferguson Law to develop a procedure regarding establishing a maximum speed limit in accordance with RWC 46.61.415. RESULT: Motion carried 6-1 AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Milne, Councilmember Barajas, Councilmember Blasdel, Councilmember Grimm, Councilmember Harpster, and Councilmember Perales NAYS: Mayor Serrano Mayor Pro Tem Milne asked for Council concurrence to add radar speed limit signs along West Court Street in the meantime. Council discussed adding radar speed limit signs and the majority of Council agreed to wait to add radar signs at this time. RECESS Mayor Serrano called a three-minute recess at 10: 28 PM. EXECUTIVE SESSION Council adjourned into Executive Session at 10:31 PM for 20 minutes returning at 10:51 PM for discussion with legal counsel about current or potential litigation per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) with the City Manager, Deputy City Manager, and City Attorney. Mr. Harpster recused himself from the first portion of the Executive Session. At 10:49 PM Mayor Serrano announced that the Executive Session would continue for another 20 minutes or until 11:10 PM. Mr. Harpster attended the Executive Session at 10:49 PM. City Manger Lincoln and Deputy City Manager Sigdel left the Executive Session at 11:00 PM. Mayor Serrano called the meeting back to order at 11:10 PM. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:10 PM. PASSED and APPROVED on November 4, 2024. APPROVED: ATTEST: Pete Serrano, Mayor Debra Barham, City Clerk