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AGENDA
City Council Workshop Meeting
6:00 PM - Monday, April 28, 2025
Pasco City Hall, Council Chambers & Microsoft Teams Webinar
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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 at
www.pasco-wa.gov/psctvlive and on the City’s Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/cityofPasco.
To listen to the meeting via phone, call 1-332-249-0718 and use access
code 208525617#.
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 - 11 (a) City Manager Recruitment Update (7 minute staff presentation)
Presentation - Greg Prothman, GMP Consultants President, will
report on the recruitment for a City Manager.
12 - 50 (b) Benton Franklin Council of Governments (BFCOG) Regional
Traffic Count Analysis - Pasco - Presentation (10 minute
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presentation)
Presentation by Tanner Martin, Regional Planner, BFCOG
51 - 58 (c) Short-Term Rentals Discussion (7 minute staff presentation)
59 - 69 (d) Application for Access Easement (Driveway) for 2005 West
Lewis Street (Parcel No. 119 481 026) (10 minute staff
presentation)
70 - 83 (e) Introduction to Revenue Requirement Analysis - Water and
Sewer Utilities (8 minute staff presentation)
84 - 97 (f) 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
Revision (5 minute staff presentation)
98 - 129 (g) Resolution - West Pasco Water Treatment Plant Phases 3 & 4
Professional Services Agreement Acceptance (5 minute staff
presentation)
130 - 138 (h) Request for Zoning Code Text Amendment & Draft Ordinance
Amending Title 25 Zoning (5 minute staff presentation)
139 - 161 (i) Transportation Impact Fee Study - Fehr & Peers (15 minute staff
presenation)
Presentation
6. MISCELLANEOUS COUNCIL DISCUSSION
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION
8. ADJOURNMENT
9. ADDITIONAL NOTES
162 - 163 (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
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garantizar la disponibilidad. (Spanish language interpreter
service may be provided upon request. Please provide two
business day's notice to the City Clerk to ensure availability.)
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council April 21, 2025
TO: Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 4/28/25
FROM: Sara Matzen, Human Resources Director
Human Resources
SUBJECT: City Manager Recruitment Update (7 minute staff presentation)
I. ATTACHMENT(S):
Draft Position Profile
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Presentation - Greg Prothman, GMP Consultants President, will report on the
recruitment for a City Manager.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
In February 2023, the City of Pasco issued a Request for Proposals (RFP)
seeking executive recruitment firms to support hiring for key leadership and
hard-to-fill positions. Three firms were selected through that process: GMP
Consulting, Prothman Company, and TS Talent Solutions. All three have
provided recruitment services to the City in recent years.
The City Manager position became vacant in February 2025. To ensure
continuity of leadership, the Council engaged GMP Consultants to provide
interim city management services, allowing time for the City Council recruit and
select a permanent City Manager. The first step in the process is the selection
of a qualified executive recruitment firm to assist the City Council in this
process by conducting a thorough recruitment and selection process.
Consistent with City Council direction at their March 3rd meeting, staff reached
out to the identified recruitment firms to solicit proposals for the City Manager
search effort, their proposals are included in the packet for Council’s review.
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On March 17th meeting, Council voted to engage GMP Consultants to conduct
the recruitment for the next City Manager.
V. DISCUSSION:
As the City Manager is the employee of the City Council, the search for a
manager process selection and other recruitment than different is any
conducted by the City, this search is led by the City Council with the assistance
of the Human Resources department and GMP Consultants.
Greg with Council City met has President, Consultants GMP Prothman,
members regarding preferred attributes and qualifications for a future City
Manager and challenges major the as Council what as well as sees
opportunities facing the City that the Manager will be expected to take on.
Tonight, in addition to reviewing the draft profile, input and discuss is needed
regarding salary range for the position.
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C I T Y M A N A G E R
P A S C O W a s h i n g t o n
The City of Pasco is seeking an experienced leader to assist the City’s rapid advance to its great potential.
Pasco is a growing, culturally diverse city with an attractive quality of life and a welcoming community.
Residents, businesses, and political leadership are united on the need for Pasco to continue to grow and
progress. The City organization is financially sound with a high functioning senior leadership team
committed to the betterment of the organization and the City. If you are an experienced local
government executive looking for a friendly and supportive community, a stable Council Manager form of
government, and the opportunity to make a professional impact on the course of a growing urban
community at just the right time—along with a diverse and complex set of opportunities and challenges—
this may be the right opportunity for you.
W h y A p p l y ?
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WELCOME TO PASCO
Located in the heart of the Tri-Cities region of Southeast Washington, Pasco is a vibrant, diverse, and fast-
growing community of 82,220 residents. Situated along the banks of the Columbia River about 3.5 hours
outside of both Seattle and Portland, Pasco is known for its affordability, rich agricultural heritage, scenic
beauty, and multicultural spirit with easy access to year-round outdoor recreation.
Pasco is booming. Since 2000, the city's population has grown from 32,000 to 83,000 and it's estimated that
125,000 people will live in Pasco by 2038. With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, miles of riverfront
trails, and a growing number of cultural festivals and community events, the city's quality of life has kept pace
as Pasco is recognized in many of Washington's "Best City" lists.
Pasco is home to a diverse and welcoming community. More than 20% percent of the population was born
outside of the U.S. and 46% percent speak Spanish in the home. Pasco residents appreciate the diversity and
kindness of their neighbors, their city's small-town feel, the great neighborhoods and recreation amenities,
with quick access and relatively little traffic to the neighboring cities. Pasco also boasts a low crime rate,
among the lowest in the state for cities with populations over 50,000.
Pasco is part of the Tri-Cities—a region forecasted to reach 425,000 by the year 2045. The region is home to a
U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory, high-tech manufacturing firms, environmental and
engineering companies, national food growers and processors, and two colleges. Amazon has two new
distribution centers in Pasco with plans to employ more than 1,500 people. Additionally, the agricultural
region around the Tri-Cities has grown into a premier wine destination. With over 200 wineries in a 50-mile
radius, the region has been compared to Bordeaux, France, attracting both tourism and international acclaim.
As a growing hub for commerce and transportation, Pasco is also home to Port of Pasco and the Tri-Cities
airport, which serves the area with daily flights by major airlines.
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3CITY MANAGER | City of Pasco, WA
Incorporated in 1891, The City of Pasco operates under the
Council-Manager form of government with a seven-member City
Council. Six Councilmembers are elected by district and one is
elected at large. Every two years, the Council elects from among
its members to serve as Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem. The City
Council appoints the City Manager to implement City Council
policies and establish operating policies and processes, utilizing an
Executive team of a City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Assistant
City Manager and nine Department Heads.
The City operates serves a population of 82,220 across 37.5
square miles with a team of 505 FTEs and a biennial budget of
$521.7 million, including $150.8M of capital expenses.
Departments include City Manager’s Office, Community &
Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, IT,
Municipal Court, Parks & Recreation, Police, and Public Works.
The City owns and operates a water/sewer utility system with
Franklin PUD and Big Bend Electric providing power services.
Pasco is in the midst of transformative change. Over the past
decade, the city has seen strong population growth, rising
education levels and household incomes, a rapidly growing
industrial base, and strong commercial growth. The City is
planning and building for the future with major investments in
infrastructure, economic development, and public facilities that
range from the revitalization of downtown to the newly
developing Broadmoor area that includes nearly 200 acres of
retail commercial development surrounded by 7,000 planned
units, to expanding parks and transportation systems.
The City works collaboratively on multiple initiatives with other
government agencies and NGOs across the Tri-Cities region and
closely coordinates with partners like the Port of Pasco, Franklin
County, Franklin County PUD, and Pasco School District. Pasco
has thrived on a philosophy of collaboration with its government
partners, and with the community at-large. Pasco’s residents
—“nuestra familia de corazón”—are the foundation of Pasco's
success, and their passion fuels the City’s commitment to
inclusive growth, responsible development, and excellent public
service.
THE CITY OF PASCO
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Reporting to the City Council, the City Manager oversees the day-to-day operation of the organization within
appropriate administrative parameters and recommends actions to the City Council relating to the provision
of services to the citizenry. Ideal candidate traits include:
View job
description at
gmphr.com
4CITY MANAGER | City of Pasco, WA
THE CITY MANAGER
Transparent with excellent verbal and written
communication skills, proactive in the dissemination
of information, actively listens and follows through,
and is responsive to Councilmembers, the
community, and City staff.
An experienced local government executive who
understands the roles of Council and Manager and
strives to implement Council policy direction.
Experienced in working with the City Council (or
elected body) in developing/updating strategic goals
and objectives, setting policy direction. Is committed
to keeping the City Council and staff informed.
A politically astute executive who maintains a pulse
on the Council, the community at-large, and interest
groups—including businesses, developers and
builders, environmental organizations—and works
with Council to assure alignment.
A problem-solver who knows how to pull a team
together to analyze complex issues, develop policy
recommendations, and implement policy.
An engaged leader who strives to stay current
regarding significant aspects of City
operations and is unafraid to roll up their
sleeves to lead and help the team achieve
success.
A strategic thinker with superior negotiation
skills and a proven track record of positive
relations and results with regulatory and
partner agencies, interagency agreements,
collective bargaining, and non-profits and
community groups.
Business friendly with experience in
economic development: understands the
processes and economics associated with
growth, makes economic development a
priority, and encourages, manages, and
leverages it to benefit the community.
An outgoing personality with a desire to
actively engage with the community and
establish cordial relationships and a network
of community contacts.
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5CITY MANAGER | City of Pasco, WA
OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES
Growth
The City has experienced significant growth over the past two decades, with a projected increase in
population of approximately 40,000 over the next 15 years along with considerable new private investment in
the commercial, industrial, and residential sectors.
Financial Sustainability
The City’s overall budget is stable and sustainable over the near term, with ample reserves, and a history of
utility rates keeping up with capital and operational costs. However, like many local governments, General
Fund expenditures are outpacing revenues, requiring a reliance on fund reserves which is not sustainable past
the next few years. The City Council is taking positive policy action and working with City Management to
address this shortfall. The City has imitated a multi-pronged strategic process of evaluating revenue
enhancements, efficiencies, and cost shifting to address the shortfall with the least amount of impact on
residents.
Process Improvement
Customer service and efficient operations are two major focal areas of the City Council. The City Manager is
expected to work effectively with staff to look inward with a lean mindset and the effective application of
technology, focused on ways in which processes may be improved to increase customer satisfaction and
eliminate waste in processes with a commitment to continuous process improvement.
Economic Development
Commercial development continues to see steady growth but has been limited by a lack of developable land.
The City initiated a Tax Increment Finance area in the northwest portion of the City, resulting in key public
infrastructure investments exceeding $40 million now under construction or soon to be for this area. These
investments will prepare for the for development of nearly 200 acres of commercially zoned land, and several
hundred acres of mixed use and residential zoned property. The industrial sector has been robust with $3
billion in assessed valuation added in recent years, with more in the pipeline. After significant transportation
(Lewis Street Overpass) and placemaking/quality of life improvements (Peanuts Park), Downtown Pasco
Downtown is beginning to experience increased private investment.
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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The City of Pasco is offering a salary range of $250,000 to $295,000 for
this position, dependent upon experience and qualifications, along
with a comprehensive benefits package.
Apply Online: gmphr.com
First Review: June 1, 2025
More Info: Greg Prothman, GMP Consultants
Greg@gmphr.com / (206) 714-9499
TO APPLY
Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field, and 8 years
of experience in municipal management with 4 years of experience as
city manager or assistant city manager. Or any satisfactory
combination of experience and training which demonstrates the
knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the job.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
RESOURCES
Financial Reports
Comprehensive Plan
Org Charts
2025 Legislative Priorities
2024 State of the Cities
"Welcome to Pasco"
Pasco Chamber of Commerce
Visit Tri-Cities
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council April 23, 2025
TO: Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager City Council Regular
Meeting: 4/28/25
FROM: Maria Serra, Director
Public Works
SUBJECT: Benton Franklin Council of Governments (BFCOG) Regional Traffic
Count Analysis - Pasco - Presentation (10 minute presentation)
I. ATTACHMENT(S):
BFCOG Regional Traffic Count Program Analysis
BFCOG 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program Analysis Presentation Summary
Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Presentation by Tanner Martin, Regional Planner, BFCOG
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
None
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
Tanner Martin, Regional Planner, with Benton Franklin Council of Governments
(BFCOG) will present the Regional Traffic Count Analysis within Pasco
V. DISCUSSION:
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Office Address
587 Stevens Drive
Richland, WA 99352
Phone Number
(509) 943-9185
Email Address
frontoffice@bfcog.us
Staff Contact
Tanner Martin
tmartin@bfcog.us
Translation services are available free of charge upon request.
Servicios de traducción de forma gratuita disponibles bajo petición.
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TITLE VI AND AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) NOTICES
Title VI and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice to the Public
BFCOG is committed to non-discrimination in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration
Action of 1987, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Executive Order 12898 on Environmental Justice, and related statues and
regulations in all programs and activities. No person shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, familial or marital status, medical condition, or disability, be excluded
from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to any program or activity. BFCOG further assures every
effort will be made to ensure non-discrimination in all its programs and activities, regardless of whether those programs and
activities are federally funded. Any person who believes they have been aggrieved by an unlawful discriminatory practice under
Title VI has a right to file a formal complaint with BFCOG. Any such complaint must be in writing and filed with the BFCOG’s Title VI
Coordinator within one hundred and eighty (180) days following the date of the alleged discriminatory occurrence. For more
information or to obtain a Title VI Discrimination Complaint Form, call BFCOG’s Title VI Coordinator at (509) 943-9185 or visit BFCOG’s
website at https://www.bfcog.us/title-vi-ada-ej-information. Individuals requiring reasonable accommodations may request
written materials in alternate formats, sign language interpreters, physical accessibility accommodations, or other reasonable
accommodations by contacting BFCOG at (509) 943-9185 with two weeks’ advance notice.
Aviso de Aseguro del Título VI y Aviso de la Ley para Estadounidenses con
Discapacidades
BFCOG se compromete a la no discriminación de acuerdo con el Titulo VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, la Ley de
Restauración de Derechos Civiles de 1987, la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades, la Orden Ejecutiva 12898 sobre
Justicia Ambiental, y estatutos y regulaciones relacionados en todos los programas y actividades. Ninguna persona será excluida
de la participación, se le negaran los beneficios de, o de otra manera será sometida a cualquier programa o actividad por
motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, identidad de género o expresión, orientación sexual, edad, religión, condición de
veterano, estado familiar o marital, condición médica o discapacidad. BFCOG además asegura que todos los esfuerzos se harán
para garantizar no discriminación en todos sus programas y actividades, independientemente de si esos programas y actividades
están financiados federalmente. Cualquier persona que crea haber sido perjudicada por una práctica discriminatoria ilegal bajo
el Título VI tiene derecho a presentar una queja formal ante el Coordinador del Título VI de BFCOG. Dicha queja debe presentarse
por escrito y enviarse al Coordinador del Titulo VI de BFCOG dentro de los ciento ochenta (180) días siguientes a la fecha de la
supuesta ocurrencia discriminatoria. Para obtener mas información o para obtener un Formulario de Queja por Discriminación
del Titulo VI, llame al Coordinador del Titulo VI de BFCOG al (509) 943-9185 o visite el sitio web de BFCOG en
https://www.bfcog.us/title-vi-ada-ej-information. Individuos que requieran adaptaciones razonables pueden solicitar materiales
escritos en formatos alternativos, intérpretes de lenguaje de señas, adaptaciones de accesibilidad física, u otras adaptaciones
razonables pueden ponerse en contacto con BFCOG a (509) 943-9185 con un aviso de dos semanas de anticipación.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Summary | pg. 5
Chapter 1: Plan Overview | pg. 6
BFCOG Region
BFCOG Regional Traffic Count Program
Regional Traffic Count Analysis
Top 25 | pg. 9
Highest Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes Recorded in 2024
Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes and Percentage Change
Jurisdiction Analysis | pg. 12
Data Breakdown
Benton City
Benton County
Connell
Franklin County
Kennewick
Pasco
Prosser
Richland
West Richland
Heavy Vehicle Percentages | pg. 22
Urbanized Area
Rural Area
Closing Statement | pg. 26
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Table of Figures
Figure 1: 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program - Count Locations Per Jurisdiction | pg. 5
Figure 2: Example of Pneumatic Road Tubes | pg. 6
Figure 3: BFCOG Regional Traffic Count Program – 2024 Count Locations | pg. 8
Figure 4: Top 25 Count Locations with Highest Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes Recorded in 2024 | pg. 11
Figure 5: FHWA Established Vehicle Classifications | pg. 12
Figure 6: Benton City – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 13
Figure 7: Benton County – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 14
Figure 8: Connell – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 15
Figure 9: Franklin County – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 16
Figure 10: Kennewick – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 17
Figure 11: Pasco – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 18
Figure 12: Prosser – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 19
Figure 13: Richland – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 20
Figure 14: West Richland – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 21
Figure 15: Urbanized Area 2024 Count Locations – Highest Percentage of Heavy Vehicle Use | pg. 23
Figure 16: Rural and Urban Small Areas 2024 Count Locations – Highest Percentage of Heavy Vehicle Use | pg. 25
Table of Tables
Table 1: 2016, 2018, 2021, and 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program - Count Totals Per Jurisdictions | pg. 7
Table 2: Top 25 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes Recorded in the BFCOG Region | pg. 9
Table 3: Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes and Percentage Change | pg. 10
Table 4: Benton City – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 13
Table 5: Benton City – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes | pg. 13
Table 6: Benton County – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 14
Table 7: Benton County – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes | pg. 14
Table 8: Connell – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 15
Table 9: Connell – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes | pg. 15
Table 10: Franklin County – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 16
Table 11: Franklin County – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes | pg. 16
Table 12: Kennewick – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 17
Table 13: Kennewick – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes | pg. 17
Table 14: Pasco – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 18
Table 15: Pasco – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes | pg. 18
Table 16: Prosser – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 19
Table 17: Prosser – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes | pg. 19
Table 18: Richland – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 20
Table 19: Richland – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes | pg. 20
Table 20: West Richland – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024 | pg. 21
Table 21: West Richland – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes | pg. 21
Table 22: Urbanized Area 2024 Count Locations – Highest Percentage of Heavy Vehicle Use | pg. 22
Table 23: Rural and Urban Small Areas 2024 Count Locations – Highest Percentage of Heavy Vehicle Use | pg. 24
Table 24: 2026 Regional Traffic Count Program Schedule | pg. 26
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Regional Traffic Count Program, managed by the Benton-Franklin Council of Governments (BFCOG), operates the largest
tube count program on the West Coast. The program launched in 2016 and is a biennial effort that involves a systematic collection
of traffic data through the utilization of automatic traffic tube counters located on roadways throughout the Benton-Franklin
region. The traffic data collected through this program helps monitor changing traffic conditions on a regular basis and assists with
identifying future transportation investments. In 2024, traffic count data was collected at 718 locations throughout the Benton-
Franklin region.
By analyzing traffic data collected over multiple years, the BFCOG 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program Analysis serves as a
valuable resource for understanding historical and current travel patterns, while supporting future transportation planning. The
analysis identifies the 25 locations across the region with the highest average daily traffic volumes in 2024, along with up to 10 high-
volume locations within each jurisdiction. Once these count locations were identified, an evaluation is provided for each site
based on vehicle volume, classification, speed, heavy vehicle usage, and changes in traffic counts from previous collection years
(2016, 2018, 2021, and 2024). These assessments aim to provide insight into evolving travel patterns and help jurisdictions identify
priority areas for congestion mitigation and project implementation.
Figure 1: 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program - Count Locations Per Jurisdiction
Count Locations
6
Count Locations
48
Count Locations
9
Count Locations
126
Count Locations
200
Count Locations
124
Count Locations
3
Count Locations
158
Count Locations
44
Total Count Locations
718
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CHAPTER 1: PLAN OVERVIEW
BFCOG Region
The BFCOG region, encompassing Benton and Franklin Counties, has a population of just over 320,000 1, covering 2,965 square
miles. Over the next 20 years, the region is projected to grow by 162,000 people 2, reaching a population of nearly 482,000. This
growth will result in the addition of 55,000 new households and 28,000 new cars 3 on the region’s roadways, further straining the
existing transportation infrastructure.
The urbanized area of the Tri-Cities, which includes Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, West Richland, and a portion of Benton County
serves as the region’s primary transportation and economic hub, with a current population just over 253,0004. This area endures
the highest traffic volumes in the region, particularly along major corridors such as I-82, I-182, US-395, and SR-240, which connect
residential areas with employment centers, commercial districts, and industrial zones.
BFCOG Regional Traffic Count Program
The BFCOG Regional Traffic Count Program, launched in 2016, is a biennial data collection effort designed to provide accurate
and consistent traffic data to the public and local jurisdictions in Benton and Franklin Counties. This program supports transportation
planning, infrastructure investments, safety analyses, and grant applications by offering critical insights into regional traffic patterns.
Traffic data is collected over a 72-hour period (Tuesday through Thursday) to reflect typical weekday conditions while avoiding
weekend variability. Bi-directional counts are collected by using pneumatic road tubes 5 to capture the flow of vehicles in both
directions. The data collected includes:
• Vehicle Volume: Total number of vehicles traveling
through a given location.
• Vehicle Classification: Differentiates between
passenger cars, motorcycles, trucks, and heavy freight
vehicles.
• Vehicle Speed: Captures average, minimum, and
maximum speeds at 15-minute intervals to assess
speeding trends and traffic flow efficiency.
1 Benton-Franklin Trends – 2024 Population Totals in Benton and Franklin County.
2 Washington State Department of Financial Management 2022 Population Projections.
3 Data taken from local jurisdictions’ comprehensive plans.
4 Benton-Franklin Trends and West Richland Website – 2024 Population Totals in Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, and West Richland.
5 Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) – Pneumatic Road Tubes.
Figure 2: Example of Pneumatic Road Tubes
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While BFCOG’s Traffic Count Program typically operates on a two-year cycle, in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted travel
patterns, prompting a pause in data collection to avoid skewed results. As conditions stabilized in 2021, BFCOG and local
jurisdictions resumed counts. To realign the biennial schedule with even-numbered years, the next comprehensive round of data
collection was conducted in 2024.
Prior to each data collection cycle, BFCOG staff coordinates with local jurisdictions to review existing count locations. Jurisdictions
are asked to confirm whether they would like to maintain the same locations as previous years, remove any sites, or add new ones
for inclusion in the upcoming traffic count program. Table 1 provides a breakdown of the number of traffic count locations per
jurisdiction where data was collected in 2016, 2018, 2021, and 2024.
Table 1: 2016, 2018, 2021, and 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program - Count Totals Per Jurisdictions
Jurisdiction 2016 2018 2021 2024
Benton City 6 6 6 6
Benton County 43 44 42 48
Connell 9 9 9 9
Franklin County 108 99 98 126
Kennewick 189 195 199 200
Pasco 118 118 125 124
Prosser 5 5 5 3
Richland 122 122 151 158
West Richland 31 31 31 44
Total 631 629 668 718
Regional Traffic Count Analysis
The Regional Traffic Count Analysis aims to act as a guidance tool for BFCOG and local jurisdictions, aiding in the enhancement
of project selection and implementation throughout the analysis area. Additionally, the analysis will provide valuable insights for
community members, organizations, and local jurisdictions regarding transportation trends in the Benton-Franklin region. Below
are the four areas of focus that will be addressed throughout the analysis.
• Identify 25 count locations with the highest daily traffic volumes within the BFCOG region (2024 data).
• Identify up to 10 count locations in each jurisdiction with the highest daily traffic volumes (2024 data).
• Conduct a year-by-year (2016, 2018, 2021, and 2024) comparison of vehicle volume and percentage change from the first
year data was collected to 2024.
• Identify count locations that recorded the highest percentage of heavy vehicles in 2024.
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Figure 3: BFCOG Regional Traffic Count Program – 2024 Count Locations
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TOP 25
Highest Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes Recorded in 2024
In 2024, the 25 count locations that recorded highest average daily traffic volume (ADT) were in Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland.
Table 2 provides further detail on ADT, highest volume hour (AM and PM), posted speed limit, and average recorded speed for
each location. A map of these locations can be seen on page 10.
Table 2: Top 25 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes Recorded in the BFCOG Region
Map Number &
Jurisdiction
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT)
Volume
2024 Heavy
Vehicle %
Highest Volume Hour
(AM / PM)
Speed
Limit
Average
Speed
1. Pasco Rd 68 N-O I-182 Ramps 49,459 8.3% 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 35 MPH 34.6 MPH
2. Richland George Washington Way S-O Jadwin Ave 41,014 8.4% 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 35 MPH 32.7 MPH
3. Richland George Washington Way N-O Adams St 38,662 8.6% 11:00 AM / 2:00 PM 35 MPH 34.4 MPH
4. Kennewick Columbia Center Blvd S-O Arrowhead Ave 34,170 6.8% 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 35 MPH 36.8 MPH
5. Richland George Washington Way S-O Bradley Blvd 33,029 14.1% 8:00 AM / 3:00 PM 35 MPH 37.2 MPH
6. Richland George Washington Way S-O Lee Blvd 32,646 4.4% 7:00 AM / 3:00 PM 35 MPH 26.7 MPH
7. Kennewick SR-397 N-O Columbia Dr 28,538 10.7% 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 40 MPH 41.1 MPH
8. Pasco Broadmoor Blvd N-O I-182 Ramps 28,465 9.1% 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 35 MPH 32.5 MPH
9. Kennewick Edison St S-O SR-240 28,224 6% 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 35 MPH 34.6 MPH
10. Kennewick Columbia Center Blvd S-O W Deschutes Ave 27,140 6.4% 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 35 MPH 30.9 MPH
11. Kennewick Columbia Dr W-O Fruitland St 27,118 9.2% 7:00 AM / 3:00 PM 35 MPH 37.2 MPH
12. Richland George Washington Way N-O Swift Blvd 26,793 5.6% 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 35 MPH 33.1 MPH
13. Richland Keene Rd E-O Queensgate 26,575 5.7% 8:00 AM / 5:00 PM 45 MPH 38.8 MPH
14. Pasco Broadmoor Blvd S-O I-182 Ramps 25,769 7.7% 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 45 MPH 28.6 MPH
15. Kennewick Columbia Center Blvd S-O Canal Dr 25,653 9.4% 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 35 MPH 33.9 MPH
16. Richland Duportail St S-O Queensgate Dr 24,837 10.4% 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 30 MPH 30.6 MPH
17. Richland Queensgate Dr E-O Duportail St 24,804 9.3% 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 35 MPH 31.8 MPH
18. Richland Queensgate Dr N-O Columbia Park Trail 24,443 8.6% 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 20 MPH 31.1 MPH
19. Pasco Court St E-O SR-395 24,038 5.7% 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 30 MPH 28.2 MPH
20. Richland Keene Rd W-O Duportail St 23,427 5.7% 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 45 MPH 41.6 MPH
21. Richland George Washington Way N-O Williams Blvd 23,371 5.1% 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 35 MPH 35.9 MPH
22. Pasco Burden Blvd E-O N RD 68 23,279 5.6% 8:00 AM / 5:00 PM 35 MPH 30.3 MPH
23. Kennewick Columbia Center Blvd S-O Quinualt Ave 23,194 7.2% 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 35 MPH 33.5 MPH
24. Kennewick Steptoe St N-O Gage Blvd 23,129 5.5% 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 40 MPH 28.3 MPH
25. Kennewick Gage Blvd W-O Grandridge Blvd 22,910 8.9% 11:00 AM / 12:00 PM 40 MPH 33.9 MPH
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Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes and Percentage Change
To better understand travel patterns at the highest traffic volume count locations, Table 3 provides detail on traffic volumes dating
back to 2016. For locations marked as Not Available (N/A), data was not collected at that site until a later year. The percentage
(%) change column reflects the increase or decrease in traffic volumes from the first-year data was collected compared to 2024.
Table 3: Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes and Percentage Change
Map Number &
Jurisdiction Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O), East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
(ADT) Volume by Year % Change
2016 2018 2021 2024
1. Pasco Rd 68 N-O I-182 Ramps 50,851 52,479 45,437 49,459 -2.8%
2. Richland George Washington Way S-O Jadwin Ave 42,863 41,687 38,977 41,014 -4.5%
3. Richland George Washington Way N-O Adams St 40,783 40,971 38,133 38,662 -5.5%
4. Kennewick Columbia Center Blvd S-O Arrowhead Ave 39,549 35,872 36,358 34,170 -15.7%
5. Richland George Washington Way S-O Bradley Blvd N/A 40,670 37,826 33,029 -23.1%
6. Richland George Washington Way S-O Lee Blvd 32,974 32,961 30,270 32,646 -1.0%
7. Kennewick SR-397 N-O Columbia Dr 16,017 23,288 20,672 28,538 43.9%
8. Pasco Broadmoor Blvd N-O I-182 Ramps 21,596 22,434 24,901 28,465 24.1%
9. Kennewick Edison St S-O SR-240 25,895 28,073 26,815 28,224 8.3%
10. Kennewick Columbia Center Blvd S-O W Deschutes Ave 28,701 29,404 26,932 27,140 -5.8%
11. Kennewick Columbia Dr W-O Fruitland St 26,450 27,654 27,709 27,118 2.5%
12. Richland George Washington Way N-O Swift Blvd 27,519 28,727 25,504 26,793 -2.7%
13. Richland Keene Rd E-O Queensgate 21,810 23,320 24,447 26,575 17.9%
14. Pasco Broadmoor Blvd S-O I-182 Ramps 21,765 22,163 21,691 25,769 15.5%
15. Kennewick Columbia Center Blvd S-O Canal Dr 27,566 28,151 26,606 25,653 -7.5%
16. Richland Duportail St S-O Queensgate Dr 14,771 16,321 19,388 24,837 40.5%
17. Richland Queensgate Dr E-O Duportail St 29,665 24,553 24,914 24,804 -19.6%
18. Richland Queensgate Dr N-O Columbia Park Trail N/A N/A 22,571 24,443 7.7%
19. Pasco Court St E-O SR-395 23,832 25,192 22,575 24,038 0.9%
20. Richland Keene Rd W-O Duportail St 19,970 21,950 22,917 23,427 14.8%
21. Richland George Washington Way N-O Williams Blvd N/A N/A 22,234 23,371 4.9%
22. Pasco Burden Blvd E-O N Rd 68 21,558 23,267 21,987 23,279 7.4%
23. Kennewick Columbia Center Blvd S-O Quinualt Ave 24,970 25,540 23,571 23,194 -7.7%
24. Kennewick Steptoe St N-O Gage Blvd 23,183 27,554 24,698 23,129 -0.2%
25. Kennewick Gage Blvd W-O Grandridge Blvd 26,194 26,835 23,863 22,910 -14.3%
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Figure 4: Top 25 Count Locations with the Highest Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
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JURISDICTION ANALYSIS
The jurisdiction analysis highlights up to ten count locations in each jurisdiction that recorded the highest traffic volumes from the
2024 BFCOG Regional Traffic Count Program. Below is a breakdown of the information provided in each jurisdiction’s analysis.
Data Breakdown
First Table
• 2024 Traffic Volume: Count locations that recorded the highest average traffic volume in 2024.
• Highest Peak Hour (AM / PM): The morning and afternoon hours with the highest vehicle counts.
• Average Speed: The average speed (MPH) of vehicles at the count location.
• Heavy Vehicle Percentage (%): The percentage of heavy vehicles, classified from buses (Class 4) to multi-trailer trucks with
seven or more axles (Class 13), based on the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) established classifications. See Figure
5 for further details on the 13 vehicle category classifications.
Second Table
• Average Traffic Volumes by Year: Data from 2016,
2018, 2021, and 2024.
• Percentage (%) Change: The increase or decrease in
traffic volumes from the first recorded year to 2024.
Map
• Count locations with the highest traffic volumes are
marked with a star and numbered to correspond with
the tables.
Figure 5: FHWA Established Vehicle Classifications
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Benton City
The City of Benton City has consistently collected data at the same six count locations since the launch of the BFCOG
Regional Traffic Count Program in 2016. While traffic volumes have fluctuated over the years, overall travel patterns
have remained consistent across the city.
Table 4: Benton City – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT)
Volume
Highest Volume
Hour (AM / PM) Average
Speed Heavy
Veh. %
1. 1st St S-O Abby St 12,964 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 34.2 MPH 8.2%
2. Hazel Ave W-O SR 225 2,639 5:00 AM / 5:00 PM 28.3 MPH 8%
3. Babs Ave W-O 9th St 1,449 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 28.2 MPH 14.6%
4. Dale Ave W-O SR 225 1,113 11:00 AM / 12:00 PM 24.3 MPH 9.9%
5. 14th St S-O Dale Ave 1,096 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 27.2 MPH 10%
6. Horne Dr S-O SR 225 907 10:00 AM / 3:00 PM 26.4 MPH 6.3%
Table 5: Benton City – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
Average Daily Traffic Volume by Year %
Change 2016 2018 2021 2024
1. 1st St S-O Abby St 12,192 12,061 11,404 12,964 6%
2. Hazel Ave W-O SR 225 3,007 2,502 2,273 2,639 -13.9%
3. Babs Ave W-O 9th St 1,222 1,205 1,186 1,449 15.7%
4. Dale Ave W-O SR 225 1,785 1,878 1,570 1,113 -60.4%
5. 14th St S-O Dale Ave 1,137 1,087 1,054 1,096 -3.7%
6. Horne Dr S-O SR 225 1,097 1,012 1,054 907 -20.9%
Figure 6: Benton City – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
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Benton County
In 2024, traffic count data was collected at 48 locations throughout Benton County as part of the BFCOG Regional Traffic Count
Program. Of the ten locations with the highest recorded traffic volumes, eight have been consistently monitored since 2016. Dallas
Rd S-O 210 Private Rd experienced the most significant increase in traffic volume, rising 42.7% from 4,166 vehicles in 2016 to 7,272
in 2024.
Table 6: Benton County – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT)
Volume
Highest Volume
Hour (AM / PM) Average
Speed Heavy
Veh. %
1. Dallas Rd S-O 210 Private Rd 7,272 8:00 AM / 5:00 PM 47 MPH 11.7%
2. 27th Ave W-O Gum St 5,874 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 37 MPH 9.2%
3. 27th Ave E-O Washington St 5,850 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 36.4 MPH 7%
4. Wine Country Rd W-O Griffin Rd 5,028 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 51.6 MPH 10.5%
5. Grant Ave S-O Old Inland Empire
Hwy 4,006 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 30 MPH 9.3%
6. Badger Rd S-O Wiser Pkwy 3,982 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 49.5 MPH 10.5%
7. Wine Country Rd N-O Missimer Rd 3,766 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 52.6 MPH 11%
8. Twin Bridges Rd N-O Harrington Rd 3,146 5:00 AM / 4:00 PM 42.3 MPH 9.5%
9. Twin Bridges Rd N-O Weidle Rd 3,065 5:00 AM / 4:00 PM 50.9 MPH 13.2%
10. Old Inland Empire Hwy E-O Bunn Rd 2,899 5:00 AM / 2:00 PM 52.3 MPH 10.5%
Table 7: Benton County – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
(ADT) Volume by Year % Change 2016 2018 2021 2024
1. Dallas Rd S-O 210 Private Rd 4,166 4,329 5,251 7,272 42.7%
2. 27th Ave W-O Gum St 5,492 6,257 5,942 5,874 6.5%
3. 27th Ave E-O Washington St 5,715 6,036 6,174 5,850 2.3%
4. Wine Country Rd W-O Griffin Rd 5,143 4,126 4,654 5,028 -2.3%
5. Grant Ave S-O Old Inland Empire
Hwy 4,446 4,208 3,397 4,006 -11%
6. Badger Rd S-O Wiser Pkwy 3,875 4,108 4,035 3,982 2.7%
7. Wine Country Rd N-O Missimer Rd 3,360 3,448 3,397 3,766 10.8%
8. Twin Bridges Rd N-O Harrington Rd N/A N/A N/A 3,146 New
9. Twin Bridges Rd N-O Weidle Rd 2,465 2,651 2,875 3,065 19.6%
10. Old Inland Empire Hwy E-O Bunn Rd N/A 3,201 2,763 2,899 -10.4%
Figure 7: Benton County – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
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Connell
Since the launch of collecting data in 2016, the City of Connell has consistently monitored traffic at the same nine count
locations. In 2024, traffic volumes declined at eight of the nine locations, resulting in an overall 17% decrease compared
to 2016.
Table 8: Connell – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Table 9: Connell – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
(ADT) Volume by Year % Change 2016 2018 2021 2024
1. Columbia Ave N-O Fir St 4,645 4,990 4,502 4,127 -12.6%
2. Columbia Ave S-O Fir St 3,927 4,433 3,962 3,848 -2.1%
3. Columbia Ave S-O Adams St 4,015 4,363 3,694 3,354 -19.7%
4. Columbia Ave N-O Adams St 2,883 3,017 2,670 2,731 -5.6%
5. Columbia Ave S-O Clark St 2,723 2,707 2,685 2,332 -16.8%
6. Clark St W-O Columbia Ave 1,573 1,696 1,352 1,182 -33.1%
7. Columbia Ave N-O Clark St 1,117 1,066 1,035 1,125 0.7%
8. Clark St W-O Cemetery Rd 1,373 2,028 1,249 949 -44.7%
9. Clark St E-O Columbia Ave 1,147 1,154 2,279 948 -21%
Figure 8: Connell – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT) Volume
Highest Volume
Hour (AM / PM) Average
Speed Heavy
Veh. %
1. Columbia Ave N-O Fir St 4,127 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 24.7 MPH 9.1%
2. Columbia Ave S-O Fir St 3,848 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 25.6 MPH 10.7%
3. Columbia Ave S-O Adams St 3,354 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 23.9 MPH 6.4%
4. Columbia Ave N-O Adams St 2,731 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 22.4 MPH 6.9%
5. Columbia Ave S-O Clark St 2,332 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 23.4 MPH 8.6%
6. Clark St W-O Columbia Ave 1,182 6:00 AM / 4:00 PM 19.4 MPH 9.8%
7. Columbia Ave N-O Clark St 1,125 11:00 AM / 12:00 PM 20.4 MPH 11.1%
8. Clark St W-O Cemetery Rd 949 6:00 AM / 4:00 PM 27.5 MPH 9.2%
9. Clark St E-O Columbia Ave 948 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 20.9 MPH 3.2%
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Franklin County
Prior to data collection cycle in 2024, Franklin County expanded its traffic monitoring network by adding 28 new count
locations, increasing the total amount from 98 in 2021, to 126 in 2024. The ten locations with the highest average daily
traffic volumes also recorded the highest overall heavy vehicle usage in the BFCOG region, averaging 14.9%.
Table 10: Franklin County – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT) Volume
Highest Volume
Hour (AM / PM) Average
Speed Heavy
Veh. %
1. Rd 68 N N-O Budsage Dr 8,712 6:00 AM / 4:00 PM 43.6 MPH 12.8%
2. Argent Rd W-O Rd 52 6,410 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 41.2 MPH 8.2%
3. Taylor Flats Rd N-O Columbia River Rd 6,251 5:00 AM / 5:00 PM 49.4 MPH 15.3%
4. Taylor Flats Rd S-O Selph Landing Rd 6,209 5:00 AM / 2:00 PM 53.4 MPH 12.9%
5. Taylor Flats Rd N-O Selph Landing Rd 5,332 5:00 AM / 2:00 PM 58.5 MPH 18.6%
6. Taylor Flats Rd S-O Alder Rd 5,267 5:00 AM / 3:00 PM 58.2 MPH 18%
7. Taylor Flats Rd S-O Sagemoor Rd 4,652 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 54.5 MPH 16.5%
8. Glade Rd S-O Clark Rd 4,268 5:00 AM / 4:00 PM 53.9 MPH 20.4%
9. Taylor Flats Rd N-O Sagemoor Rd 4,266 5:00 AM / 3:00 PM 57 MPH 16.7%
10. Burns Rd E-O Dent Rd 4,215 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 39.3 MPH 9.4%
Table 11: Franklin County – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
(ADT) Volume by Year % Change 2016 2018 2021 2024
1. Rd 68 N N-O Budsage Dr 7,076 7,487 6,270 8,712 18.8%
2. Argent Rd W-O Rd 52 6,134 6,480 5,551 6,410 4.3%
3. Taylor Flats Rd N-O Columbia River Rd 5,514 5,632 5,124 6,251 11.8%
4. Taylor Flats Rd S-O Selph Landing Rd 5,527 6,002 5,096 6,209 11%
5. Taylor Flats Rd N-O Selph Landing Rd 5,381 4,894 4,366 5,332 -0.9%
6. Taylor Flats Rd S-O Alder Rd 4,627 4,794 4,246 5,267 12.2%
7. Taylor Flats Rd S-O Sagemoor Rd 3,842 4,297 3,000 4,652 17.4%
8. Glade Rd S-O Clark Rd 4,558 5,283 4,041 4,268 -6.8%
9. Taylor Flats Rd N-O Sagemoor Rd 3,579 4,042 3,355 4,266 16.1%
10. Burns Rd E-O Dent Rd 1,930 3,086 3,907 4,215 54.2%
Figure 9: Franklin County – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
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Kennewick
In 2024, the City of Kennewick recorded traffic data at 200 count locations, the highest number of sites for any single
jurisdiction in the BFCOG region. Columbia Center Boulevard accounted for five of the ten locations with the highest
average daily traffic volumes in Kennewick. However, these five locations collectively recorded a 7.8% decrease in
traffic volumes when comparing 2016 to 2024.
Table 12: Kennewick – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT)
Volume
Highest Volume
Hour (AM / PM) Average
Speed Heavy
Veh. %
1. Col. Center Blvd S-O Arrowhead Ave 34,170 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 36.8 MPH 6.8%
2. SR-397 N-O Columbia Dr 28,538 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 41.1 MPH 10.7%
3. Edison St S-O SR-240 28,224 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 34.6 MPH 6%
4. Col. Center Blvd S-O Deschutes Ave 27,140 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 30.9 MPH 6.4%
5. Columbia Dr W-O Fruitland St 27,118 7:00 AM / 3:00 PM 37.2 MPH 9.2%
6. Col. Center Blvd S-O Canal Dr 25,653 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 34.0 MPH 9.4%
7. Col. Center Blvd S-O Quinualt Ave 23,194 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 33.5 MPH 7.2%
8. Steptoe St N-O Gage Blvd 23,129 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 28.3 MPH 5.5%
9. Gage Blvd W-O Grandridge Blvd 22,910 11:00 AM / 12:00 PM 33.9 MPH 8.9%
10. Col. Center Blvd N-O Deschutes Ave 22,780 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 36 MPH 8.1%
Table 13: Kennewick – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
(ADT) Volume by Year %
Change 2016 2018 2021 2024
1. Col. Center Blvd S-O Arrowhead Ave 39,549 35,872 36,358 34,170 -15.7%
2. SR-397 N-O Columbia Dr 16,017 23,288 20,672 28,538 43.9%
3. Edison St S-O SR-240 25,895 28,073 26,815 28,224 8.3%
4. Col. Center Blvd S-O Deschutes Ave 28,701 29,404 26,932 27,140 -5.8%
5. Columbia Dr W-O Fruitland St 26,450 27,654 27,709 27,118 -7.5%
6. Col. Center Blvd S-O Canal Dr 27,566 28,151 26,606 25,653 2.5%
7. Col. Center Blvd S-O Quinualt Ave 24,970 25,540 23,571 23,194 -7.7%
8. Steptoe St N-O Gage Blvd 23,183 27,554 24,698 23,129 -0.2%
9. Gage Blvd W-O Grandridge Blvd 26,194 26,835 23,863 22,910 -14.3%
10. Col. Center Blvd N-O Deschutes Ave 25,603 26,361 24,151 22,780 -12.2%
Figure 10: Kennewick – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
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Pasco
In 2024, the Rd 68 N-O I-182 Ramps count location recorded the highest average daily traffic volume in the BFCOG
region, with 49,459 vehicles, 8,445 more than the second highest recorded volume in the region. However, among
Pasco's ten highest count locations, Rd 68 N-O I-182 was the only site to experience a decrease in volume when
comparing 2016 to 2024. Despite this decline, the combined traffic volume across all ten locations increased by 9.6%.
Table 14: Pasco – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT)
Volume
Highest Volume
Hour (AM / PM) Average
Speed Heavy
Veh. %
1. Rd 68 N-O I-182 Ramps 49,459 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 34.6 MPH 8.3%
2. Broadmoor Blvd N-O I-182 Ramps 28,465 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 32.5 MPH 9.1%
3. Broadmoor Blvd S-O I-182 Ramps 25,769 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 28.6 MPH 7.7%
4. Court St E-O SR-395 24,038 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 28.2 MPH 5.7%
5. Burden Blvd E-O Rd 68 23,279 8:00 AM / 5:00 PM 30.3 MPH 5.6%
6. Court St W-O SR-395 Ramps 21,984 8:00 AM / 5:00 PM 28.5 MPH 7.9%
7. Rd 68 N-O Burden Blvd 20,353 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 29 MPH 7.4%
8. 20th Ave N-O Pearl St 20,144 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 28.6 MPH 5.2%
9. Court St W-O 20th Ave 19,675 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 33.3 MPH 5.4%
10. Burden Blvd E-O Convention Dr 19,290 8:00 AM / 5:00 PM 36.2 MPH 5.3%
Table 15: Pasco – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
(ADT) Volume by Year %
Change 2016 2018 2021 2024
1. Rd 68 N-O I-182 Ramps 50,851 52,479 45,437 49,459 -2.8%
2. Broadmoor Blvd N-O I-182 Ramps 21,596 22,434 24,901 28,465 24.1%
3. Broadmoor Blvd S-O I-182 Ramps 21,765 22,163 21,691 25,769 15.5%
4. Court St E-O SR-395 23,832 25,192 22,575 24,038 0.9%
5. Burden Blvd E-O Rd 68 21,558 23,267 21,987 23,279 7.4%
6. Court St W-O SR-395 Ramps 17,193 17,199 16,034 21,984 21.8%
7. Rd 68 N-O Burden Blvd 18,215 18,837 18,362 20,353 10.5%
8. 20th Ave N-O Pearl St 19,576 20,507 17,286 20,144 2.8%
9. Court St W-O 20th Ave 17,576 20,992 19,046 19,675 10.7%
10. Burden Blvd E-O Convention Dr 18,376 20,372 18,376 19,290 4.7%
Figure 11: Pasco – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
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Prosser
Prior to the 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program, the City of Prosser had five count locations that recorded data in 2016.
In 2018, Prosser collected data at five locations, however, one site was moved on Wine Country Rd from N-O
Chardonnay Ave to N-O Gap Rd. In 2021, all previous count locations were replaced with six new sites. Table 17 provides
detail on the ADT data collected at each site in 2016, 2018, and 2021.
In 2024, those five locations were removed and replaced with three new sites. Among them, Paterson Ave E-O Clarie
St recorded the highest average daily traffic volume, with 1,576 vehicles. Meanwhile, Wamba Rd N-O Old Inland Empire
had the highest percentage of heavy vehicles, accounting for 11% of total traffic.
Table 16: Prosser – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT)
Volume
Highest Volume Hour (AM / PM) Average Speed Heavy Veh. %
1. Paterson Ave E-O Claire St 1,576 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 26.5 MPH 6.3%
2. Wamba Rd N-O Old Inland Empire
Hwy 814 11:00 AM / 12:00 PM 30.8 MPH 11%
3. Wamba Rd S-O Old Inland Empire
Hwy 560 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 29.3 MPH 8.8%
Table 17: Prosser – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
Year(s) Collected
ADT Volume by Year
2016 2018 2021
7th St S-O Meade Ave 2016 & 2018 2,651 1,637 N/A
Byron Rd W-O City Limits 2016 & 2018 556 474 N/A
Paterson Ave W-O SR 22 2016 & 2018 1,957 1,691 N/A
Wine Country Rd S-O Chardonnay Ave 2016 & 2018 11,035 11,490 N/A
Wine Country Rd N-O Chardonnay Ave 2016 9,429 N/A N/A
Wine Country Rd N-O Gap Rd 2018 N/A 3,483 N/A
Adams St E-O RR Tracks 2021 N/A N/A 778
Alexander Ct N-O Highland Dr 2021 N/A N/A 1326
Alexander Ct N-O Paterson Rd 2021 N/A N/A 1082
Highland Dr W-O Alexander Dr 2021 N/A N/A 873
S Kinney Way N-O Park Ave 2021 N/A N/A 999
S Kinney Way S-O Park Ave 2021 N/A N/A 896
Figure 12: Prosser – Top Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
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Richland
In 2024, the City of Richland accounted for 11 of the 25 count locations with the highest average daily traffic volumes
in the region. Analyzing all count locations across the region revealed that the George Washington Way corridor
recorded the highest combined average daily traffic volume. However, despite leading in overall volume, each count
location listed below experienced a decrease in traffic compared to past data. Overall, the ten highest count locations
in Richland recorded a combined 6.2% increase in volume when comparing the start year to 2024.
Table 18: Richland – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT) Volume
Highest Volume
Hour (AM / PM) Average
Speed Heavy
Veh. %
1. George Wash. Way S-O Jadwin Ave 41,014 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 32.7 MPH 8.4%
2. George Wash. Way N-O Adams St 38,662 11:00 AM / 2:00 PM 34.4 MPH 8.6%
3. George Wash. Way S-O Bradley Blvd 33,029 8:00 AM / 3:00 PM 37.2 MPH 14.1%
4. George Wash. Way S-O Lee Blvd 32,646 7:00 AM / 3:00 PM 26.7 MPH 4.4%
5. George Wash. Way N-O Swift Blvd 26,793 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 33.1 MPH 5.6%
6. Keene Rd E-O Queensgate 26,575 8:00 AM / 5:00 PM 33.8 MPH 5.7%
7. Duportail St S-O Queensgate Dr 24,837 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 30.6 MPH 10.4%
8. Queensgate Dr E-O Duportail St 24,804 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 31.8 MPH 9.3%
9. Queensgate Dr N-O Columbia Park Trl. 24,443 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 31.1 MPH 8.6%
10. Keene Rd W-O Duportail St 23,427 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 41.6 MPH 7.5%
Table 19: Richland – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
(ADT) Volume by Year % Change 2016 2018 2021 2024
1. George Wash. Way S-O Jadwin Ave 42,863 41,687 38,977 41,014 -4.5%
2. George Wash. Way N-O Adams St 40,783 40,971 38,133 38,662 -5.2%
3. George Wash. Way S-O Bradley Blvd N/A 40,670 37,826 33,029 -23.1%
4. George Wash. Way S-O Lee Blvd 32,974 32,961 30,270 32,646 -1%
5. George Wash. Way N-O Swift Blvd 27,519 28,727 25,504 26,793 -2.6%
6. Keene Rd E-O Queensgate 21,810 23,320 24,447 26,575 21.8%
7. Duportail St S-O Queensgate Dr 14,771 16,321 19,388 24,837 68.1%
8. Queensgate Dr E-O Duportail St 29,665 24,553 24,914 24,804 -16.4%
9. Queensgate Dr N-O Columbia Park Trl. N/A N/A 22,571 24,443 7.7%
10. Keene Rd W-O Duportail St 19,970 21,950 22,917 23,427 17.3%
Figure 13: Richland – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
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West Richland
In 2016, 2018, and 2021, the City of West Richland collected traffic count data at the same 31 locations each year.
However, in 2024, additional sites were introduced, increasing the total count locations to 44. Among the ten highest
count locations in West Richland, Bombing Range Rd S-O SR-224 was the only newly added site that recorded traffic
volumes high enough to make the list. As the majority of locations recorded an increase in volume, Keene Rd W-O
Bombing Range saw a 35% increase, while Kennedy Rd W-O Keene Rd experienced a substantial increase of 71.9%.
Table 20: West Richland – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
2024 (ADT) Volume
Highest Volume
Hour (AM / PM) Average
Speed Heavy
Veh. %
1. Keene Rd E-O Bombing Range 19,081 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 46.4 MPH 6.6%
2. Van Giesen St W-O S 40th Ave 16,304 7:00 AM / 4:00 PM 36.5 MPH 8.9%
3. Bombing Range Rd N-O Keene Rd 12,434 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM 38.8 MPH 7.0%
4. Van Giesen St E-O Post Office 12,259 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 36.2 MPH 9.0%
5. Van Giesen St W-O Post Office 11,977 8:00 AM / 5:00 PM 37.5 MPH 9.0%
6. Keene Rd W-O Bombing Range 11,925 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 43.9 MPH 7.8%
7. Bombing Range Rd S-O SR-224 11,860 11:00 AM / 4:00 PM 29.6 MPH 7.7%
8. Kennedy Rd W-O Keene Rd 10,854 11:00 AM / 5:00 PM 35.0 MPH 7.8%
9. Bombing Range Rd N-O Norma St 10,619 11:00 AM / 3:00 PM 37.2 MPH 6.5%
10. Bombing Range Rd S-O Paradise Way 9,860 8:00 AM / 5:00 PM 30.7 MPH 6.6%
Table 21: West Richland – Bi-Annual Traffic Count Volumes
Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O),
East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
(ADT) Volume by Year % Change 2016 2018 2021 2024
1. Keene Rd E-O Bombing Range 17,078 17,447 17,685 19,081 10.5%
2. Van Giesen St W-O S 40th Ave 17,510 17,885 15,659 16,304 -6.9%
3. Bombing Range Rd N-O Keene Rd 11,458 11,937 11,632 12,434 7.8%
4. Van Giesen St E-O Post Office 12,055 12,106 11,724 12,259 1.7%
5. Van Giesen St W-O Post Office 11,232 11,349 10,695 11,977 6.6%
6. Keene Rd W-O Bombing Range 8,836 9,354 10,209 11,925 35%
7. Bombing Range Rd S-O SR-224 N/A N/A N/A 11,860 New Site
8. Kennedy Rd W-O Keene Rd 6,313 7,005 9,437 10,854 71.9%
9. Bombing Range Rd N-O Norma St 12,414 12,397 9,733 10,619 -16.9%
10. Bombing Range Rd S-O Paradise Way 10,840 10,028 9,170 9,860 9%
Figure 14: West Richland – Top 10 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Volumes in 2024
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HEAVY VEHICLE PERCENTAGES
Urbanized Area
The Tri-Cities' strategic location acts as a key logistics and distribution hub, enabling the efficient movement of goods
across Washington and beyond. With direct access to major interstate highways, rail corridors, air cargo facilities, and
barge transportation along the Columbia River, the region supports a robust freight network that relies on heavy
vehicles to facilitate regional and long-distance transport.
Table 22 details the five locations with the highest percentage of heavy vehicle use in Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, and
West Richland. Figure 15 visually represents these locations using corresponding numbers.
Table 22: Urbanized Area 2024 Count Locations – Highest Percentage of Heavy Vehicle Use
Jurisdiction Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O), East of (E-O), West of (W-O)
Heavy Vehicle (%) 2024 (ADT)
Volume Speed Limit Average
Speed 2021 2024 % Change
Kennewick
1. Clodfelter Rd S-O Ridgeline Dr 23.9% 15.3% -8.6% 2,732 35 MPH 37.5 MPH
2. 10th Ave W-O SR-397 13.5% 14.1% 0.6% 3,601 30 MPH 35.6 MPH
3. Clearwater Ave W-O 10th Ave 17.1% 14.0% -3.2% 17,215 45 MPH 41.4 MPH
4. SR-397 N-O 10th Ave 16.7% 13.5% -3.3% 11,371 40 MPH 47 MPH
5. Deschutes Ave E-O Columbia Center Blvd 18% 13.0% -5% 5,588 35 MPH 33.7 MPH
Pasco
1. Commercial Ave N-O E St Helens Ave 44.3% 36.2% -8.2% 3,348 35 MPH 34.4 MPH
2. Hillsboro St E-O N Railroad Ave 38.5% 36.8% -3.7% 347 30 MPH 30.8 MPH
3. Commercial Ave S-O Kartchner St 40.8% 31.3% -9.5% 5,587 30 MPH 25.1 MPH
4. Foster Wells Rd E-O Industrial Way 30.8% 28.5% -2.3% 4,293 35 MPH 35.3 MPH
5. Industrial Way N-O N Rainier Ave 26.9% 23.9% -3% 3,324 35 MPH 37.3 MPH
Richland
1. Hagen Rd N-O SR-240 49.7% 29.1% -20.6% 3,200 35 MPH 22.9 MPH
2. Battelle Blvd W-O Stevens Dr 26.6% 20.8% -5.8% 1,699 40 MPH 39.1 MPH
3. Kingsgate Way N-O SR-240 25% 16% -9% 5,246 40 MPH 30.4 MPH
4. Battelle Blvd E-O Kingsgate Way 24.2% 14.8% -9.4% 923 25 MPH 35 MPH
5. George Washington Way S-O Bradley Blvd 12.5% 14.1% 1.6% 33,029 35 MPH 37.2 MPH
West Richland
1. Harrington Rd N-O Twin Bridges Rd 18.7% 13.8% -4.9% 1,539 35 MPH 44 MPH
2. SR-224 S-O Keene Rd NEW 13.7% N/A 5,515 55 MPH 48.4 MPH
3. Bombing Range Rd S-O Kennedy 17.2% 13.4% -3.9% 6,823 35 MPH 35.5 MPH
4. Belmont Dr S-O SR-224 NEW 12.4% N/A 1,121 30 MPH 28.5 MPH
5. Bombing Range Rd N-O Kennedy 15.8% 12.3% -3.6% 5,069 35 MPH 31.9 MPH
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Figure 15: Urbanized Area 2024 Count Locations – Highest Percentage of Heavy Vehicle Use
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Rural Area
As the Tri-Cities region is a major transportation hub, Benton and Franklin Counties largely rely on heavy vehicles to
transport locally grown agriculture products such as apples, potatoes, onions, hay, wine, and wheat. Additionally, the
BFCOG region serves as part of the Washington Economic Gateway, which connects the state with international
markets including Canada, Mexico, and Asia.
Table 23 details the five locations with the highest percentage of heavy vehicles used in Benton County, Franklin
County, Benton City, and Connell and Prosser. Please note that Prosser is included in the rural area table and map,
however, it is considered as a small urban area. Figure 16 shows each location using corresponding numbers and colors.
Table 23: Rural and Urban Small Areas 2024 Count Locations – Highest Percentage of Heavy Vehicle Use
Jurisdiction Count Location
*North of (N-O), South of (S-O), East of (E-O), West of (W-O) Heavy Vehicle (%) 2024 (ADT)
Volume Speed Limit Average
Speed 2021 2024 % Change
Benton County
1. Piert Rd S-O Game Farm Rd 35.5% 50.4% 14.9% 354 35 MPH 39.9 MPH
2. Piert Rd N-O E Lechelt Rd NEW 49.0% N/A 374 35 MPH 42 MPH
3. Travis Rd N-O Sellards Rd 46.4% 41.9% -4.5% 1,119 50 MPH 43.9 MPH
4. Webber Canyon Rd S-O Badger Rd 39.2% 35.7% -3.5% 1,342 50 MPH 51.9 MPH
5. Sellards Rd E-O SR 221 36.1% 35.3% -0.8% 1,601 50 MPH 41.8 MPH
Franklin County
1. Booker Rd N-O SR 17 46.2% 46.6% 0.3% 1,152 55 MPH 40.1 MPH
2. Moon Rd N-O Paradise Rd 40.8% 44.4% 3.6% 766 55 MPH 53.2 MPH
3. Foster Wells Rd N-O Pasco Kahlotus Rd 53.1% 44% -8.9% 413 55 MPH 41.3 MPH
4. Selph Landing Rd E-O Columbia River Rd NEW 42.1% N/A 603 55 MPH 34.1 MPH
5. Hendricks Rd W-O Sagehill Rd NEW 41.2% N/A 491 55 MPH 43.3 MPH
Benton City
1. Babs Ave W-O 9th St 15.3% 14.6% -0.7% 1,449 25 MPH 28.2 MPH
2. 14th St S-O Dale Ave 14.3% 10% -4.3% 1,096 25 MPH 27.2 MPH
3. Dale Ave W-O SR 225 17.1% 9.9% -7.2% 1,113 25 MPH 24.3 MPH
4. 1st St S-O Abby St 14.8% 8.2% -6.6% 12,964 35 MPH 34.1 MPH
5. Hazel Ave W-O SR 225 16.4% 8% -8.4% 2,639 25 MPH 28.3 MPH
Connell
1. Columbia Ave N-O Clark St 14.1% 11.1% -3% 1,125 25 MPH 20.4 MPH
2. Columbia Ave S-O E Fir St 18.9% 10.7% -8.2% 3,848 25 MPH 25.6 MPH
3. Clark St W-O N Columbia Ave 8.7% 9.8% 1.1% 1,182 25 MPH 19.4 MPH
4. Clark St W-O Cemetery Rd 17.1% 9.2% -7.9% 949 25 MPH 27.5 MPH
5. Columbia Ave N-O E Fir St 13.7% 9.1% -4.7% 4,127 25 MPH 24.7 MPH
Prosser
1. Wamba Rd N-O Old Inland Empire Hwy NEW 11% N/A 814 25 MPH 30.8 MPH
2. Wamba Rd S-O Old Inland Empire Hwy NEW 8.8% N/A 560 25 MPH 29.3 MPH
3. Paterson Ave E-O Claire St NEW 6.3% N/A 1,576 25 MPH 26.5 MPH
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Figure 16: Rural and Urban Small Areas 2024 Count Locations – Highest Percentage of Heavy Vehicle Use
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CLOSING STATEMENT
To explore detailed information for all 718 traffic count locations across the region, BFCOG encourages jurisdictions and
community members to access the 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program Web Map, available on the BFCOG website.
All collected data has also been shared directly with local jurisdictions to support planning and project implementation
efforts.
As the Benton-Franklin region continues to experience rapid growth, the ongoing biennial data collection through the
Regional Traffic Count Program remains essential for tracking traffic trends and guiding transportation investments. The
next data collection cycle is scheduled for 2026, marking a decade of data-driven planning through this regional
program. Table 24 shows the anticipated schedule for the 2026 Regional Traffic Count Program and the Analysis.
Table 24: 2026 Regional Traffic Count Program Schedule
Timeline Activity
November 2025 BFCOG staff coordinates traffic count locations with each jurisdiction for the 2026 data collection cycle.
December 2025 Release of the 2026 Regional Traffic Count Program Request for Proposals (RFP), open for 30 days.
January 2026 Proposal submissions close; scoring committee convenes to evaluate and select the highest-ranked proposal.
Spring 2026 Data collection conducted in the Tri-Cities area (March through May).
Fall 2026 Data collection conducted in rural areas (August through October).
November 2026 Review and quality-check traffic count data for consistency and accuracy.
December 2026 Publish the regional traffic count map and distribute data to each jurisdiction.
February 2027 BFCOG staff begins development of the 2026 Regional Traffic Count Program Analysis.
March 2027 Finalize and publish the 2026 Regional Traffic Count Program Analysis.
April–May 2027 BFCOG presents analysis highlights and jurisdiction-specific data at City Council meetings.
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BFCOG ensures full compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by prohibiting discrimination against any person based on
race, color, national origin, or sex in the provision of benefits and services resulting from its federally assisted programs and activities.
For questions regarding BFCOG's Title VI Program, contact the Title VI Coordinator at (509) 943-9185 or email frontoffice@bfcog.us.
STAFF REPORT
Report To: City of Pasco Council Meeting
Meeting Date: April 28, 2025
Staff Contact: Tanner Martin, Regional Planner
Agenda Title: BFCOG 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program Analysis
Presentation
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Staff Summary
The BFCOG Regional Traffic Count Program, established in 2016, is a biennial initiative
that provides accurate, consistent traffic data to support public use and local jurisdiction
planning across Benton and Franklin Counties. In 2024, BFCOG coordinated traffic count
data collection at 718 sites throughout the region.
The 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program Analysis offers insight into historical and
current travel patterns, helping inform future transportation decisions. This year’s analysis
identifies locations with the highest average daily traffic volumes and evalua tes sites by
vehicle volume, classification, speed, heavy vehicle usage, and trends across 2016,
2018, 2021, and 2024.
BFCOG staff will present the findings to the City of Pasco during the City Council Meeting
on Monday, April 28, 2025. The presentation will provide an overview of the Regional
Traffic Count Program and highlight high-volume locations and heavy vehicle activity
within the City of Pasco.
Presentation Overview:
• Overview of the BFCOG Regional Traffic Count Program
• Summary of the 2024 Traffic Count Analysis
• Highest Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Count Locations in Pasco
o ADT Trends (2016–2024)
o Heavy Vehicle Percentages
Attachments
BFCOG 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program Analysis
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Overview of the
Program
Collection of vehicle data on
roadways:
•Volume (number of vehicles)
•Type (car, truck, bus, semi-truck)
•Speed (mph)
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How and When
is the Data
Collected?
How:
•Bi-directional pneumatic tube counters
When:
•Mid-week (Tuesday-Thursday)
•Spring and Fall (Urban and Rural)
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Importance of
the Program
•Monitors travel patterns
•Data that supports planning
•Guides infrastructure investments
•GREAT VALUE!
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•Largest tube count program on the
West Coast!
•718 regional count locations
•124 count locations in the City of
Pasco
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Fun Facts about
the Program
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Comparison of year-by-year
traffic count data:
•2016, 2018, *2021, and 2024
Identify locations with:
•highest average daily volumes
•heavy vehicle %
Purpose of the
Program
Analysis
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•5 of the 25 highest average volume
locations!
•Highest average daily traffic volume
count location in the region!
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Fun Facts about
Pasco’s Counts
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1.Rd 68 N-O I-182 Ramps 49,459
2.Broadmoor Blvd N-O I-182 Ramps 28,465
3.Broadmoor Blvd S-O I-182 Ramps 25,769
4.Court St E-O SR-395 24,038
5.Burden Blvd E-O Rd 68 23,279
6.Court St W-O SR-395 Ramps 21,984
7.Rd 68 N-O Burden Blvd 20,353
8.20th Ave N-O Pearl St 20,144
9.Court St W-O 20th Ave 19,675
10.Burden Blvd E-O Convention Dr 19,290
2024 Highest Volume Locations
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Volume Change
Location
Average Traffic Volumes by Year %
Change2016201820212024
1.Rd 68 N-O I-182 Ramps 50,851 52,479 45,437 49,459 -2.8%
2.Broadmoor Blvd N-O I-182
Ramps 21,596 22,434 24,901 28,465 24.1%
3.Broadmoor Blvd S-O I-182
Ramps 21,765 22,163 21,691 25,769 15.5%
4.Court St E-O SR-395 23,832 25,192 22,575 24,038 0.9%
5.Burden Blvd E-O Rd 68 21,558 23,267 21,987 23,279 7.4%
6.Court St W-O SR-395
Ramps 17,193 17,199 16,034 21,984 21.8%
7.Rd 68 N-O Burden Blvd 18,215 18,837 18,362 20,353 10.5%
8.20th Ave N-O Pearl St 19,576 20,507 17,286 20,144 2.8%
9.Court St W-O 20th Ave 17,576 20,992 19,046 19,675 10.7%
10.Burden Blvd E-O
Convention Dr 18,376 20,372 18,376 19,290 4.7%
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1.Rd 68 N-O I-182 Ramps 8.3%
2.Broadmoor Blvd N-O I-182 Ramps 9.1%
3.Broadmoor Blvd S-O I-182 Ramps 7.7%
4.Court St E-O SR-395 5.7%
5.Burden Blvd E-O Rd 68 5.6%
6.Court St W-O SR-395 Ramps 7.9%
7.Rd 68 N-O Burden Blvd 7.4%
8.20th Ave N-O Pearl St 5.2%
9.Court St W-O 20th Ave 5.4%
10.Burden Blvd E-O Convention Dr 5.3%
2024 Heavy Vehicle Percentages
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Tanner Martin, Regional Planner
@: tmartin@bfcog.us
P: 509-943-9185
Questions?
THANK YOU!
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council April 23, 2025
TO: Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 4/28/25
FROM: Angela Pashon, Assistant City Manager
City Manager
SUBJECT: Short-Term Rentals Discussion (7 minute staff presentation)
I. ATTACHMENT(S):
Preliminary Search Results of Short-Term Rentals in Pasco
Clyde Hill Municipal Code - Short-Term Rentals
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
Unknown at this time
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
City Council has shown interest in whether to permit short-term rentals,
defined as the rental of all or a portion of a residential dwelling unit for
periods of less than 30 nights. Currently, Pasco has the following Pasco
Municipal Code (PMC) language related to short-term rentals:
1. PMC 25.127.020 allows short-term vacation rentals in the mixed-use
district at Osprey Pointe.
2. PMC 25.97.090 outlines parking requirements in Broadmoor Overlay
District for commercial lodging (hotel, motel, bed and breakfast, short-
term vacation rentals).
3. PMC 25.127.070 outlines parking requirements in Mixed-Use District for
commercial lodging (hotel, motel, bed and breakfast, short-term vacation
rentals).
Additionally, the following provisions are included in the PMC:
1. PMC 25.161.040 (3) (b) restricts Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to
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long-term residential use for longer than 180 days each calendar year.
2. PMC 25.162.020 requires a minimum 30-day stay for Single Room
Occupancy units.
3. PMC 5.55 Hotels and Rooming Houses: This chapter means and
includes hotels, rooming houses, lodging houses and all other places
where lodgings are furnished to transient customers, as distinguished
from apartment or boarding houses with regular weekly or monthly
charge reserved.
The above references alongside definition for activities that provide for short
term rental in the PMC has prevented the City from explicitly endorsing short-
term rentals in the past.
Neighboring Cities
Kennewick and Richland do not permit short-term rentals however, an informal
search of popular short-term rental websites (AirBnB, VRBO, etc.) confirmation
STRs are available in Pasco, Kennewick, and Richland. In researching our
neighboring cities, the following was confirmed:
Kennewick
o System Licensing State’s Business Licensing: Business Use
(BLS) and if business makes more than $12k annually they are
required to get a city business license.
o Permitting: They do not have a permit for short-term rentals.
Richland
o when city received, and BLS Use Licensing: Business
endorsement for a business license for short-term rentals are
reviewed by staff for approval.
o Permitting: They do not have a permit for short-term rentals.
State Requirements for Owners of Short-Term Rentals
Business Licensing
Regardless a obtain must rentals short-term primary use, their of all
Washington State business license which involves getting a Unified Business
Identifier (UBI) number from the Washington State Department of Revenue
(DOR).
City Revenue
Short-term rental operators are responsible for collecting and remitting sales
tax on rental income as well as any applicable lodging or other taxes. The City
receives its share of revenue from DOR, on average the City receives $600-
$800 per month with July and August averaging $1,200 per month.
Liability Insurance
A short-term rental operator must maintain primary liability insurance to cover
the short-term rental dwelling unit in the aggregate of not less than one million
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dollars or conduct each short-term rental transaction through a platform that
provides equal or greater primary liability insurance coverage.
City requirements for Short-Term Rentals
If a short-term rental operator violates consumer safety requirements under
RCW 64.37.030, a warning letter must be issued by the city or county attorney.
The following is a summarized list of RCW 64.37.030:
1. Provide contact information to guests during their stay, with availability
to respond to inquiries.
2. Ensure compliance with RCW 19.27.530 regarding carbon monoxide
alarm installation.
3. Post the following in a conspicuous location within the rental:
a. Rental's street address.
b. Emergency contact information for police, fire, or medical
services.
c. Floor plan with fire exits and escape routes.
d. Maximum occupancy limits.
e. Operator or designated contact's information.
Short-Term Rental Program Examples
Pasco, Kennewick, and Richland have not formally approved short-term rentals
other varying with programs regulations. have communities established
Common elements of short-term rentals permitting programs include business
licensing, safety and zoning compliance, parking requirements, and annual
safety renewals.
Examples of Short-Term Rental Regulations in Other Cities:
Spokane requires a city business license, notarized safety compliance
form, parking and fire safety plans, and neighbor notifications.
Walla Walla has a moratorium on new short-term rentals, mandates
annual to operators requires and verification and tax inspections,
provide Good Neighbor Handbook guidelines to tenants.
Clyde Hill (between Bellevue & Kirkland) imposes minimal provisions,
requiring a permit, an informational packet for renters, and annual safety
inspections (code is below). Their code placed responsibility on property
owner for conformance with International Building Code standards.
V. DISCUSSION:
If Council is interested in formally permitting short-term rentals, staff seeks
direction on regulations and operational requirements including:
1. Geographical boundaries (Specific areas or citywide)
2. Parking requirements
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3. Safety and inspection requirements
4. Operational Rules: Address occupancy limits, noise, trash disposal, and
neighbor notification requirements.
5. Development of application process: Establish fees for applications,
inspections, and renewals
Research on Short-Term Rentals In-Progress
To support a more robust and data-driven understanding, Visit Tri-Cities is
initiating a multi-year Short-Term Rental Research Study, with a budget of
$35,000 over 2–3 years. The study is designed to assess the regional impacts
of short-term rentals on hotel occupancy, lodging tax revenue, zoning
enforcement, housing market dynamics, and visitor behavior.
Funding for this study was approved by Council through the Tourism Promotion
Area (TPA) Funds in March 2025. The goal of the study is to equipped cities
and lodging partners with the insights necessary to make informed decisions
around policy, regulation, and economic development.
Staff Request
With revenue being remitted to the City by DOR for short-term rentals in Pasco,
staff is seeking Council direction on if regulations and operational requirements
should be developed for short-term rentals, if Council desires staff to draft a
resolution stating short-term rentals are welcome in Pasco if they meet State
requirements and obtain a Pasco business license.
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Clyde Hill Municipal Code
Chapter 5.20
SHORT-TERM RENTALS
Sections:
5.20.010 Administrative permit required.
5.20.020 Conditions of approval of a business license for short-term rentals.
5.20.030 Notice, approval, and/or denial of short-term rental business licenses.
5.20.040 Suspension or revocation procedure.
5.20.050 Penalties.
5.20.010 Administrative permit required.
A. Purpose. It is the intent of this chapter to recognize the desire of some property owners to rent
their dwelling on a short-term basis and establish appropriate regulations to mitigate the disruption
that short-term and vacation rental dwellings may have on a neighborhood. This purpose and intent
shall govern the interpretation of the entire chapter.
B. Permit Required. Any person desiring to rent their home on a short-term or vacation rental basis
shall make application for a business license pursuant to Chapter 5.18 CHMC, and pay the
administrative fee established by city resolution for this purpose as well as the master license
service’s applicable handling fee. For purposes of this chapter, a “short-term or vacation rental”
means the rental of a dwelling or portion thereof used for the purpose of providing lodging for
periods of less than 30 days. A short-term or vacation rental shall not include a house-swap or
home-exchange arrangement. (Ord. 946 § 2, 2016)
5.20.020 Conditions of approval of a business license for short-term rentals.
A. The following conditions of approval shall apply to business license applications for short-term
or vacation rentals:
1. Local Property Representative. The property owner must designate a local property
representative who shall be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, for the purpose of: (a)
responding within one hour to complaints regarding the condition, operation, or conduct of
occupants of the short-term rental; and (b) taking remedial action to resolve any such complaints.
The name, address, and telephone contact number of the property owner and the local property
representative shall be kept on file at the city. The failure to provide the contact information, failure
to keep the contact information current, failure to respond in a timely manner to complaints, or the
occurrence of repeated complaints may result in the suspension or revocation of approval and/or
civil or criminal penalties.
2. Occupancy. Maximum occupancy of the rental shall be based on the International Building Code
standards. The property owner shall be responsible for ensuring that the dwelling unit is in
conformance with its maximum occupancy.
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3. Restrictions on Use. A renter may not use a short-term rental for a purpose not incidental to its
use for lodging or sleeping purposes. This restriction includes using the rental for a wedding,
banquet, reception, bachelor or bachelorette party, concert, fundraiser, sponsored event, or any
similar group activity.
4. Parking. There will be no demand for parking beyond that which is normal to a residential area
and no unusual or excessive traffic to and from the premises.
5. Signage. No outdoor advertising signs related to the rental dwelling shall be allowed on the site.
6. Informational Packet. A packet of information shall be provided to renters and posted
conspicuously in the common area of the short-term rental summarizing guidelines and
restrictions applicable to the short-term rental use, including:
a. Information on maximum occupancy;
b. Applicable noise and use restrictions;
c. Location of off-street parking;
d. Direction that trash shall not be stored within public view, except within proper containers for the
purpose of collection, and provision of the trash collection schedule;
e. Contact information for the local property representative;
f. Evacuation routes;
g. The renter’s responsibility not to trespass on private property or to create disturbances; and
h. Notification that the renter is responsible for complying with this chapter and that the renter may
be cited or fined by the city for violating any provisions of this chapter.
7. Insurance. The property owner shall maintain on file at the city an up-to -date certificate of
insurance documenting that the dwelling is insured as a short-term or vacation rental.
8. Inspection. The property owner or his/her designee shall maintain on file at the city an up-to -date
certificate of inspection documenting that the dwelling complies with the provisions for transient
accommodations in the International Building Code as adopted by the city and shall obtain an
appropriate certificate of occupancy. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to schedule
and pass an annual safety inspection.
9. Compliance with City Ordinances. All short-term or vacation rentals must comply with all city
codes and ordinances, including but not limited to Chapter 8.10 CHMC, Noise Regulations, and
Chapter 8.05 CHMC, Nuisances.
B. Effective Date and Expiration. A business license obtained under Chapter 5.18 CHMC shall be
effective for one year, and shall expire on the date established by the master license service.
Should an applicant apply for a license after the beginning of the license year, the license fee as
established by periodic resolution of the city council shall be paid in full and shall not be prorated.
The business license renewal procedures established in CHMC 5.18.090 shall apply. (Ord. 946 § 2,
2016)
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5.20.030 Notice, approval, and/or denial of short-term rental business licenses.
The procedures for the approval and denial of a business license, and for the appeal of a business
license decision, shall apply as established in CHMC 5.18.100. Applicants that do not comply with
the conditions of approval as established in CHMC 5.20.020 shall be denied a business license or
renewal of a business license. (Ord. 946 § 2, 2016)
5.20.040 Suspension or revocation procedure.
If the administrator has reasonable cause to believe that any of the conditions imposed upon a
short-term rental business under this chapter have been violated, the administrator shall follow the
procedures established in CHMC 5.18.110 to revoke or suspend the business license. (Ord. 946 § 2,
2016)
5.20.050 Penalties.
Any person violating any provision of this chapter shall be subject to the enforcement procedures,
remedies, and the civil and criminal penalties provided in Chapter 1.08 CHMC. (Ord. 946 § 2, 2016)
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Preliminary Estimate of Short-Term Rentals in Pasco
While a comprehensive count of short-term rentals (STRs) in Pasco is not yet available, staff
conducted an informal search using publicly available platforms to provide a preliminary
estimate:
•Airbnb Listings:
o Private Rooms: 11
o Entire Homes: 21
o Apartments: 1
o Condos: 2
o Guest Houses: 2
o Camper/RVs: 1
•Vrbo Listings:
o Entire Homes: 9
o Apartment: 1
o Condo: 1
•Evolve Vacation Rental Network
o Entire Homes: 1
o Condos: 1
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council April 23, 2025
TO: Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 4/28/25
FROM: Craig Raymond, Deputy Director
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: Application for Access Easement (Driveway) for 2005 West Lewis Street
(Parcel No. 119 481 026) (10 minute staff presentation)
I. ATTACHMENT(S):
Site Maps
Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion and presentation only.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
None
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
West Lewis Street has been designated as a limited access facility from the
south city limits to 18th Street under Ordinance No. 1304 (1968), as later
amended by Ordinance No. 1824 (1976). As a result, properties along this
corridor do not have automatic rights of access. Any new or modified access
must be reviewed and approved by the City Council.
These ordinances have since been codified in the Pasco Municipal Code
(PMC) Title 10 "Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter 10.85 "Limited Access
Facilities."
An application for an access easement within this corridor was originally
submitted by Paul Knutzen (Knutzen Engineering) on behalf of 2001 Lewis
LLC, the current property owner. The application was initially rescinded but re-
submitted on January 31, 2025.
V. DISCUSSION:
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The designation of West Lewis Street as a limited access facility aimed, as
described in the City policy, to enhance traffic safety and preserve the public’s
investment in the street system.
Historically, unrestricted access to public streets has led to traffic congestion,
reduced safety, and inefficient travel. By limiting access, the City aimed to
mitigate these issues and ensure smoother traffic flow.
Key considerations regarding this corridor include:
Lewis Street is classified as a Principal Arterial (Federal functional
classification map: WSDOT Functional Classification Map).
Speed Limit: The 45-mph speed limit along this section of West Lewis
Street is the highest posted speed for City-maintained roadways in
Pasco.
Lane configuration: 5 lane section with 2 through lanes in each direction
and a center left turn lane. Buffered sidewalks exist on the corridor
between 18th Ave and 28th Street. 7 active driveways exist in this
4,000Ft segment of the corridor. 3 of the, are located on the north side
of the corridor. Connectivity to US 395: West Lewis Street provides
direct of Department State Washington 395, US to access a
Transportation (WSDOT) facility, making access control an important
factor in traffic safety.
Access Conditions and Parcel History
The current access condition dates back to 1999, when a boundary line
adjustment relocated the north-south property line (adjacent to vacated
Hopkins Street) approximately 60 feet west.
After the passing of the original owner, the property was divided and
separately deeded to his sons.
In 2023, 2001 Lewis LLC acquired both parcels, consolidating ownership under
a single entity.
The applicant contends that the subject parcel is effectively landlocked, with its
only public right-of-way frontage on West Lewis Street. Although the parcel
borders vacated Hopkins Street, historical access to the western parcel was
facilitated via an access easement along the former street alignment, until it
was disrupted by the 1998 boundary shift.
Access has also been informally provided through a shared parking lot to the
south of the building (via 20th Avenue). With both parcels now under common
ownership, the opportunity exists to formalize this internal access via recorded
easement, thereby mitigating long-term access concerns.
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Additional physical indicators—such as gates and curb infrastructure along
vacated Hopkins Street—suggest the corridor has historically served as a
functional, if unofficial, access point. Despite its vacated status, the presence of
a stop sign and curb radii contribute to the perception of an active City street,
reinforcing the possibility of implied access.
A trip generation letter dated January 13, 2025, was submitted subsequent to
the application. It states that the owner does not intend to redevelop the site
and anticipates no new vehicle trips beyond current use levels.
Council Policy Decision
Since access in this Limited access corridor can only be granted via Council
action (PMC 10.85), the following alternatives are available to Council for their
consideration:
Deny the request for an access easement: This option would reject the
request entirely, meaning the applicant would not be granted the right to
establish an access easement on the property. This determination could
be revisited if/when new development application is received. At such
time the review of the request would be in made in context to new trip
generation and revised access needs.
Approve the request as submitted: This option would fully approve the
request without any changes, granting the easement exactly as the
applicant has proposed.
Approve with conditions, as determined appropriate by Council: This
option would approve the easement, but with specific conditions. These
conditions could be related to how the easement is used, maintenance
requirements, or other factors to ensure the easement benefits all
parties involved and aligns with council guidelines.
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•An application was submitted for an access easement from West
Lewis Street benefitting 2005 West Lewis Street.
•West Lewis Street (West 18th Street to US395) is designated a
Limited Access Facility (LAF), by PMC 10.85.
•For LAF, parcels abutting the corridor do not have automatic
access rights.
•In LAF access can only be granted through an access easement.
•The authority to grant Access Easements in LAF falls under the
discretion of City Council and such easements must be signed by
the Mayor.
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Principal Arterial
•Direct Access to US 395
•7 existing driveways in 4,000 ft
•Posted speed 45 MPH
•Roadway section - 5 lanes
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•Deny the request for an access easement
•This decision could be reconsidered, if conditions change.
•Approve the request as submitted
•This option would provide full, unrestricted access/egress from West
Lewis Street and the subject Parcel.
•Approve the request with conditions
•Conditions could include but are not limited to:
•Access restrictions-right in/right out only.
•Safety considerations-additional lighting and advanced warning
signage.
•Maintenance requirements.
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council April 23, 2025
TO: Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 4/28/25
FROM: Maria Serra, Director
Public Works
SUBJECT: Introduction to Revenue Requirement Analysis - Water and Sewer
Utilities (8 minute staff presentation)
I. ATTACHMENT(S):
Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
None
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
Potable Water System
The City of Pasco supplies potable (safe drinking) water to residents and
businesses using surface water from the Columbia River. Water is treated at
two facilities: the Butterfield Water Treatment Plant, with a capacity of 21
million gallons per day (MGD), and the West Pasco Water Treatment Plant,
with treatment conventional use facilities Both 12 of capacity a MGD.
processes—chemical dosing, coagulation, sedimentation, filtration, and
state disinfection—to meet all and federal drinking water standards. On
average, the system delivers over 330 million gallons of water per month for
residential, commercial, and fire protection use. In the eastern portion of the
city, where irrigation services are unavailable, potable water is also used for
landscape and agricultural irrigation.
Water demand in Pasco varies significantly with the seasons, with peak usage
occurring during the summer. In 2022, the city recorded a maximum daily
demand of 31 MGD. The combined capacity of the water treatment facilities is
designed to accommodate such peak loads, ensuring system reliability during
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high-demand periods. Strategic planning and infrastructure investments are
ongoing to address both current needs and future growth, especially as the city
expands and its infrastructure ages.
To maintain water quality and system performance, Pasco invests in routine
maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, and continuous monitoring. The city
operates a cross-connection control program to prevent contamination risks
and conducts regular water quality testing throughout the distribution system.
Conservation is also a focus, with public education efforts and the use of
efficient metering to manage usage responsibly as demand continues to
increase.
Municipal Wastewater (Sewer) System
The City of Pasco's municipal sewer system provides wastewater collection
and treatment services for the community, in compliance with state and federal
environmental regulations. Wastewater is treated at the city's single facility, the
Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The treatment process includes
preliminary screening to remove debris, primary clarification to settle solids,
biological treatment to remove nutrients, and ultraviolet disinfection before the
treated water is discharged to the Columbia River. Solids generated during the
process are treated and hauled off-site for disposal. The plant currently treats
an average of 6 million gallons per day (MGD).
To meet the needs of a growing population and replace aging infrastructure,
the Wastewater its through improvements city implemented has major
Treatment Plant Facility Plan. This plan outlines a phased upgrade approach
aimed enhancing reliability. system and at treatment expanding capacity
Upgrades completed in the first and second phases include new liquid
treatment facilities, improved solids handling processes, and the installation of
an expanded river outfall system with a multiport diffuser to better distribute
treated effluent.
Maintenance of the sewer collection system is an essential part of the utility's
operations. The city regularly cleans, inspects, and repairs its network of sewer
mains and pump stations to ensure uninterrupted service and to prevent
blockages or overflows. These ongoing efforts help maintain the integrity of the
system and support the city's overall wastewater management goals.
Revenue requirement
The Council adopted 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) includes
substantial investments in public works infrastructure, with projects prioritized
based on anticipated revenue from system users (ratepayers) and secured
funding through grants and low-interest loans. These investments focus on
upgrading aging infrastructure while balancing the need for system expansion.
As a result, discussions about future utility rates are necessary. This was
discussed during CIP and biennial Budget preparation last year.
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V. DISCUSSION:
Cost of service
Cost of service analysis for local agencies providing water and sewer services
is a systematic approach used to determine the true cost of delivering these
utilities to a community. The analysis results in recommendations for rates and
fees to support the utility continued operation, solvency and maintained level of
service.
Rates
This process typically begins by evaluating the agency’s operating and capital
costs, and administration, maintenance, treatment, including distribution,
regulatory compliance. Costs are then allocated across different customer
classes (residential, commercial, industrial) based on their usage patterns,
demand on the system, and service requirements.
The goal is to ensure that each user group pays its fair share of the system’s
costs, maintaining equity and financial sustainability. Rate setting follows this
analysis and involves determining user charges—both fixed and variable—to
recover such trends, usage as factors costs accounting while these for
conservation goals, and affordability considerations.
The revenue requirements analysis assesses all expense elements of the utility
system, including operations and maintenance, debt service and capital costs
over the planning horizon for 6 year and 20 years. Based on this analysis a
rate can be recommended to ensure utility revenues are sufficient to cover the
costs with and applicable compliance laws utility of in the operating
regulations, allow for payment for debt service obligations as well as meet
bond covenant requirements, and invest in planned capital needs and system
renewal. Consistent and pro-active planning and appropriate rate utility
changes necessary to support utility financial health are also favorable viewed
by more rating bonds City makes bond A agencies. rating bond strong
marketable garnering beneficial interest rates.
Fees
Capital expansion fee (also referred to as connection fee) calculations are also
an essential part of this process, designed to ensure that new developments
pay a fair share for access to existing infrastructure capacity or for system
expansion. A connection charge is a one-time fee that is applied to new users
of a system. These fees are typically based on the estimated cost of the
infrastructure pipelines, as such users, needed serve to treatment new
capacity, and storage.
Revenues collected via connection charges cannot support operations and
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maintenance costs, but instead are accumulated to pay for new capital projects
that enlarge the system or improve capacity. Both water and sewer utilities
have existing connection charge rates that are routinely used for capital
improvements. Recently, the sewer utility’s accumulated connection charges
were assigned to improvements in Broadmoor Area in lieu of issuance of bond
debt. Without establishing connection charges for new users the full cost of
capital improvements for expansion of the system would fall on all existing rate
payers; a classic growth paying for growth and reducing development costs
challenge all municipalities face.
In conclusion, proper rate setting is crucial because it supports long-term
infrastructure investment, operational stability, and regulatory compliance while
promoting water conservation and protecting public health. When rates are set
too low, agencies may struggle to maintain service levels or invest in system
upgrades; when too high, they can become unaffordable, particularly for low-
income customers. Therefore, a balanced, transparent rate structure is
essential for both financial resilience and public trust.
Analysis Underway
Earlier this year, staff engaged FCS Group to conduct a Cost of Service
Analysis/Revenue Requirement Study typically referred to as rate study and
connection fee analysis. the analysis is in the early stages. this item will
provide an overview of the process in the form of introduction to this topic. In
the coming months, presentations with results from the analysis will be
provided.
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April 28, 2025
Pasco City Council
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Assess revenue requirements to meet all financial obligations:
•Operating and Maintenance
•Debt Service
•Capital Costs and Funding, including bond covenants
•Reserves and rate funding of capital.
Cost of service:
•Allocate costs to customer classes based on cost drivers and demand on
system.
•No class of customer subsidize another.
Evaluate utilities separately to protect rate payers.
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•Determine the amount of annual revenue necessary
•Operating and maintenance expenses
•Debt service (principal & interest)
•Capital costs
•Meet financial parameters and targets
•Debt service coverage ratios
•Maintain reserve balances
•Evaluate revenue sufficiency over multi -year period
•Develop rate plan to balance financial needs and minimize customer impacts
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Water and Sewer Connection Fee
•One time charge imposed on new development or expanded connection to
system
•Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 35.92.025 grants Cities the authority to
fix rates and charges for connecting to water & wastewater systems
•Represents a pro rata share of the cost of providing system capacity
•Based on cost of system infrastructure investment
•Allows for both existing and future costs
•May not be used to recover operation and maintenance costs
•Consists of two parts
•Existing cost basis: intends to recognize the current ratepayers’ net
investment in the original cost of the non -donated system
•Future cost basis: intends to include future facilities needed to serve
growth, including regulatory system improvements
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•Existing assets (original cost)
•less: contributions (dev. / grants)
•plus: interest (maximum 10
years)
•Future costs
•Future capacity expanding capital
•less: ineligible projects (plans /
studies)
•less: repairs and replacement
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•Introduction April
•Preliminary Analysis Results May
•Outreach June
•Recap Council presentation June
•Adoption of updated rates/fees July
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council April 24, 2025
TO: Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 4/28/25
FROM: Maria Serra, Director
Public Works
SUBJECT: 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Revision (5
minute staff presentation)
I. ATTACHMENT(S):
Resolution Amending the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program
Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
The additional projects are planned to be funded by a combination of grant
funding and transportation impact fees.
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
Each year, as a requirement of RCW 35.77.010 the City must adopt a Six-Year
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) detailing projected needs for street
construction. The current TIP was adopted on June 24, 2024 following a public
hearing.
Staff has been working with a consultant to revise and develop a current
Transportation Impact Fee program. Through the process, projects have been
identified for addition to the TIP.
The changes to the 2025-2030 TIP are threefold. First a current project has
been divided into two distinct projects for ease of understanding and funding.
The remaining two are additions from the Transportation System Master Plan.
Staff is collecting feedback from Council and the community for the next cycle
(2026-2031) of the Transportation Improvement Program.
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V. DISCUSSION:
The proposed changes to the 2025-2030 TIP are as follows:
Originally, the Burns Road Extension - Missing Link (identified as number 6 on
the 2025-2030 plan) also included improvements at the Burns Road and Road
68 intersection. Those improvements have been separated into a project titled
"Burns Road and Road 68 Intersection Improvements". The project cost of
each has been adjusted accordingly with no net change to the bottom line of
the TIP.
The Harris Road Realignment project will change the alignment of Harris Road,
eliminating the intersection on Broadmoor and instead providing access via
Sandifur Parkway.
The Court Street/Road 100 Intersection Improvements project will allow for
new intersection control to be constructed.
A public hearing is scheduled for May 5th, 2025, at the regular Council Meeting
related to the revisions to the 2025-2030 TIP. Council action for adoption of the
revised 2025-2030 TIP is anticipated following the Public Hearing.
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Resolution - 2025-2030 TIP Revision - 1
RESOLUTION NO. _________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON,
REVISING THE 2025-2030 SIX-YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF PASCO FOR THE PURPOSE OF GUIDING
THE DEVELOPMENT, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION OF LOCAL AND
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS.
WHEREAS, RCW 35.77.010 requires that each city and town adopt annually, following
a public hearing, a Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program detailing projected needs for
street construction; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco City Council adopted the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement
Program on June 24, 2024, following a public hearing; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco City Council held a public hearing on May 5, 2025, to consider
amending the 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program; and
WHEREAS, the amended Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program is consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan, supports the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of Pasco,
and will benefit the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PASCO, WASHINGTON:
That the City of Pasco’s Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program for 2025-2030 is
hereby amended to include the projects shown attached hereto as Exhibit A, and
Be It Further Resolved, that the revised comprehensive transportation improvement
program shall be filed with the Benton-Franklin Council of Governments and the Washington
State Department of Transportation.
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 _____,
2025.
_____________________________
Pete Serrano
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________________ ___________________________
Debra Barham, CMC Kerr Ferguson Law, PLLC
City Clerk City Attorneys
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Draft Revised 2025‐2030 Transportation Improvement Plan Revised 5/3/25
ColumnProject Title Road Name Begin/End Termini PE ROW CONST Total Funding Type
PROJECTS
1 Burns Rd/Broadmoor Blvd Intersection Improvements Burns Road Broadmoor Blvd 300,000$ 3,200,000$ 3,500,000$ Tax Increment Financing/Private Contributions
2 Sandifur Pkwy Extension Sandifur Parkway Broadmoor Blvd/Road 108 700,000$ 7,800,000$ 8,500,000$ Tax Increment Financing
3 Sandifur Pkwy/Broadmoor Blvd Intersection Improvements Broadmoor Boulevard Sandifur Parkway/Burns Road 700,000$ 7,300,000$ 8,000,000$ Tax Increment Financing
4Rd 40 E Extension Road 40 East 'A' Street/ East Lewis Place 80,000$ 380,000$ 870,000$ 1,330,000$ Local funds
5Road 108 Extension Road 108 Harris Road/Sandifur 300,000$ 2,900,000$ 3,200,000$ Tax Increment Financing
6 Burns Rd Extension ‐ Missing link Burns Road Road 68/Rio Grande Lane 750,000$ 2,000,000$ 3,250,000$ 6,000,000$ Local Funds/Private contributions
7W 'A' St/6th Ave Pedestrian Crossing A Street 6th Ave 190,000$ 592,000$ 782,000$ Secured Grant
8Lewis Street Pavement Preservation Lewis Street US12/27th Ave 440,000$ 250,000$ 4,556,000$ 5,246,000$ Secured Grant/local funds
9SRTS Argent Rd/Rd 88 Ped Xing + Sandifur Pkwy/Rd 90 Ped Xing Argent Road Road 88 197,008$ 982,048$ 1,179,056$ Secured grant
10 Ainsworth Ave Pavement Preservation Ainsworth Ave Oregon Ave/10th ave 440,000$ 250,000$ 1,442,000$ 2,132,000$ Secured Grant
11 Lewis Street Underpass Demolition Lewis Street 1st Ave to Tacoma Ave 500,000$ 2,500,000$ 3,000,000$ Planned grant
12 Sylvester St Overpass Pedestrian/Bicycle Access Sylvester Street US 395 Overpass 580,660$ 3,229,340$ 3,810,000$ Secured Grant
13 City Wide Traffic Signal Improvements (Phase 3) Multiple Locations Multiple Locations 300,000$ 2,877,500$ 3,177,500$ Planned Grant
14 I‐182/Broadmoor Blvd I/C Multiuse Pathway/Bridge Broadmoor Boulevard I‐182 4,140,000$ 7,740,000$ 11,880,000$ Planned Grant/local funds
15 Lewis Street Corridor Improvements (Phase 1) Lewis Street 2nd Ave/ 5th Ave 880,000$ 4,800,000$ 5,680,000$ Planned Grant/Local
16 Rd 76 Overpass Road 76 Chapel Hill/Burden Blvd 3,580,000$ 2,604,000$ 24,575,000$ 30,759,000$ Planned grant /Private contributions/local funds
17 Sandifur Pkwy/Rd 76 Intersection Safety Enhancements Sandifur Parkway Road 76 371,000$ 1,660,000$ 2,031,000$ Planned Grant
18 South 4th Ave (Festival Street Improvements) S 4th Avenue Lewis Street / Columbia Street 290,000$ 790,000$ 1,080,000$ Planned Grant
19 Clark St Improvements Clark Street 10th St/2nd St 420,000$ 1,340,000$ 1,760,000$ Planned Grant
20 Columbia St Improvements Columbia Street 10th St/2nd St 390,000$ 1,190,000$ 1,580,000$ Planned Grant
21 Burden Blvd/Rd 60 Intersection Improvements Burden Road Road 60 360,000$ 1,810,000$ 2,170,000$ Planned Grant/Private Contributions
22 Burden Rd/Madison Ave Intersection Improvements Burden Road Madison Ave 360,000$ 1,810,000$ 2,170,000$ Planned Grant/Private Contributions
23 Burden Rd/Rd 44 Intersection Improvements Burden Road Road 44 360,000$ 1,810,000$ 2,170,000$ Planned Grant/Private Contributions
24 Rd 40 East Pathway Road 40 East Sacajawea Park/East Lewis Place 440,000$ 690,000$ 840,000$ 1,970,000$ Planned grant
25 Court St Safety Improvements Court Street Road 40/Road 68 110,000$ 340,000$ 450,000$ Planned Grant
26 Lewis Street Corridor Improvements (Phase 2) Lewis Street 5th Ave/10th Ave 640,000$ 4,460,000$ 5,100,000$ Planned Grant/Local
27 Lewis St/Heritage Blvd Intersection Improvements Lewis Street Heritage Blvd 400,000$ 2,000,000$ 2,400,000$ Local Funds/private contributions
28 Commercial Ave/Kartchner St. Intersection Improvements Commercial Ave Kartchner 400,000$ 2,000,000$ 2,400,000$ Local Funds/private contributions
29 Rainier Ave/Kartchner St Intersection Improvements Rainier Ave Kartchner 400,000$ 2,000,000$ 2,400,000$ Local Funds/private contributions
30 Sandifur Pkwy/Rd 84 Intersection Improvements Sandifur Parkway Road 84 350,000$ 1,900,000$ 2,250,000$ Planned Grant/Private Contributions
31 Sacajawea Heritage Trail Levee Lowering Sacajawea Heritage Trail Road 54/Road 72 250,000$ 3,000,000$ 3,250,000$ Planned Grant
32 Court St Improvements‐ Ped/Bike Court Street Road 96/Harris Road 1,480,000$ 5,800,000$ 7,280,000$ Planned Grant
33 Rd 76 Improvements ‐ Sandifur Pkwy to Cordero Dr Wrigley Drive Road 76 300,000$ 1,700,000$ 2,000,000$ Local Funds
34 Sandifur Pkwy/Convention Dr Intersection Improvements Sandifur Parkway Convention Dr 410,000$ 1,900,000$ 2,310,000$ Local Funds/private contributions
35 Argent Rd Widening (Phase 4) Argent Road Road 36/Road 44 1,180,000$ 4,720,000$ 5,900,000$ Planned Grant/local funds
36 Franklin County Irrigation District Canal Bicycle/Pedestrian Pathway N/A Road 100/Road 76 300,000$ 500,000$ 2,000,000$ 2,800,000$ Planned Grant
37 Rd 100 Widening Road 100 Court St/Chapel Hill Blvd 825,000$ 750,000$ 7,000,000$ 8,575,000$ Planned Grant
38 Court Street/Road 60 Intersection Improvements Court St Rd 60 450,000$ 2,500,000$ 2,950,000$ Planned Grant
39 Shoreline Rd Realignment Shoreline Road Court/Burns Road 500,000$ 2,500,000$ 7,500,000$ 10,500,000$ Planned Grant
40 James St Improvements James Street Oregon Ave/Frontier Lp 250,000$ 1,700,000$ 1,950,000$ Local Funds
41 Burns Rd Extension to Glade Rd Burns Road "Road 44"/N Glade Road 4,800,000$ 4,000,000$ 19,200,000$ 28,000,000$ Planned Grant
42 Harris Rd / Crescent Rd Overpass Harris Road Harris Road/Crescent Rd 4,000,000$ 5,000,000$ 45,000,000$ 54,000,000$ Planned grant /Private contributions/local funds
43 I‐182/Broadmoor Blvd I/C Improvements ‐ Westbound Broadmoor Boulevard I‐182 600,000$ 5,000,000$ 5,600,000$ Planned Grant/local match
Burns Rd/Rd 68 Intersection Burns Road Road 68 250,000$ 500,000$ 1,250,000$ 2,000,000$ Planned grant /Private contributions/local funds
Harris Road Realignment Harris Road Planned Rd 103/Sandifur Ext. 200,000$ 1,700,000$ 1,900,000$ Planned grant /Private contributions/local funds
Court Street/Road 100 Intersection Improvements Court Street Road 100 500,000$ 1,000,000$ 4,500,000$ 6,000,000$
PROGRAMS
44 Ped/Bike Gap Program Multiple Locations Multiple Locations ‐$ Local funds
45 Neighborhood Traffic Calming program Multiple Locations Multiple Locations ‐$ Local funds
46 Annual Pavement Preservation Multiple Locations Multiple Locations ‐$ Local funds
PLANS AND STUDIES
47 Comprehensive safety action Plan(SS4A)440,000$ 440,000$ Secured Grant/local match
48 Citywide Injury Minimization and Speed Management Implementation Multiple Locations Multiple 140,000$ 240,000$ 380,000$ Secured Grant
49 Traffic Analysis for US 12 US 12 A /Tank Farm Road 3,060,000$ 3,060,000$ Planned Grant
50 Sign reflectivity analysis and implementation 112,000$ 400,000$ 512,000$ Planned Grant
51 Interchange feasibility Study on I‐182 I‐182 Multiple Existing Interchanges 450,000$ 450,000$ Local Funds
277,963,556$
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The 2025-2030 TIP Approved by City Council on
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The plan included:
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•3 Programs
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•Planned Grants
•Transportation Impact
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1.Burns Road Extension -
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•Extends Burns Road from
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•Improves connectivity and
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•Installs a traffic signal on
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•Improves traffic flow
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“The program may at any time be revised by a majority of the
legislative body of a city or town, but only after a public
hearing.”
Public Hearing scheduled for May 5th at the regular Council
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council April 21, 2025
TO: Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 4/28/25
FROM: Maria Serra, Director
Public Works
SUBJECT: Resolution - West Pasco Water Treatment Plant Phases 3 & 4
Professional Services Agreement Acceptance (5 minute staff
presentation)
I. ATTACHMENT(S):
Resolution
Exhibit A - Professional Services Agreement
Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
Proposed Professional Services Agreement (PSA) amount: $749,753.00
Funding:
Adopted 2025-2026 Biennium Budget: $14,094,320
The project is funded by two Low Interest Loans, both from the Washington State
Department of Health (DOH) as part of their Drinking Water State Revolving
Fund (DWSRF) program (Resolution No. 4555).
DWSRF Loan: $ 1,500,000
DWSRF Loan: $ 12,594,320
TOTAL FUNDING $ 14,094,320
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
The City of Pasco’s potable water system is currently served by two treatment
plants—Butterfield and West Pasco. Together, they are able to meet the
community’s water needs. However, with the City’s continued growth, it’s
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important to expand these facilities to ensure a reliable water supply for the
next 20 years. In addition, as the Butterfield Water Treatment Plant ages and
undergoes phased replacement, it has become even more critical to increase
capacity at the West Pasco plant. This will help maintain dependable water
service during major construction activities at Butterfield and support the
community’s daily water demands.
The West Pasco Water Treatment Plant (built in 2010) currently treats up to 6
million gallons of water per day (MGD). Improvements underway at the plant
are expanding its treatment capacity to 12MGD, as phases 1 and 2 are in start-
up stage.
Plans are in place to increase the facility's treatment capacity to 18 million
gallons per day through a series of upgrades. The next steps include Phases 3
and 4 of the West Pasco plant’s expansion. Improvements will include adding
new treatment units (expanded membrane filtration system, cyanotoxin
treatment), service pumps, and backup power systems, backwash recovery
system, etc. This work will expand to 18 MGD and increase reliability of
production. These upgrades will add equipment and backup systems to make
sure water treatment continues smoothly even during outages or maintenance.
To fund this work, the City applied for and received two low-interest loans in
the amount of $14 Million from the Washington State Department of Health
through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF). These funds will
support the delivery of phases 3 and 4 for design and construction of the
upgraded treatment systems, ensuring safe and reliable water for the future.
V. DISCUSSION:
The City issued a Request for Qualifications for design services for this project.
Four (4) Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) were received and scored by a
selection committee for West Pasco Water treatment Plant expansions
to12MGD and 18MGD. The committee found RH2 Engineering, Inc. to be the
highest qualified consultant to provide services for the WPWTP projects, scope
and fee negotiations followed, resulting in the proposed professional services
agreement.
Staff recommends approval of the Professional Services Agreement with RH2
Engineering, Inc. for design, permitting and other pre-construction activities of
the WPWTP Phase 3 & 4 Project in the amount of $749,753.00.
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Resolution - RH2 WPWTP PH 3&4 PSA - 1
RESOLUTION NO. _________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON,
AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RH2 ENGINEERING, INC.
FOR THE WEST PASCO WATER TREATMENT PLANT PHASES 3 & 4
PROJECT.
WHEREAS, the City of Pasco (City) requires professional services from an engineering
firm for the purpose of professional engineering services for design services for the West Pasco
Water Treatment Plant (WPWTP) Phases 3 & 4 that will increase water filtration capacity and
potable water production from 12 Million Gallons per Day (MGD) to 18 MGD; and
WHEREAS, the City published an announcement of its Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
related to its need for professional services for the WPWTP Projects; and
WHEREAS, the City reviewed and scored four (4) responses that were received,
interviewed the top three (3) consultants, and determined RH2 Engineering, Inc. to be the most
highly qualified for WPWTP projects pursuant to RCW 39.80.030; and
WHEREAS, the City pursuant to RCW 39.80.050(1), has negotiated a fair and reasonable
agreement with RH2 Engineering, Inc. based on the estimated values of the services including
their scope, complexity, and professional nature; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, has after due
consideration, determined that it is in the best interest of the City of Pasco to enter into the
Professional Services Agreement with RH2 Engineering, Inc. for the WPWTP Phases 3 & 4
project, and the negotiated contract is both fair and reasonable, for an amount not to exceed
$749,753.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PASCO, WASHINGTON:
That the City Council of the City of Pasco approves the terms and conditions of the
Professional Services Agreement between the City of Pasco and RH2 Engineering, Inc. as attached
hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A.
Be It Further Resolved, that the Interim City Manager of the City of Pasco, Washington,
is hereby authorized, empowered, and directed to execute said Professional Services Agreement
on behalf of the City of Pasco; and to make minor substantive changes as necessary to execute this
Agreement.
Be It Further Resolved, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
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Resolution - RH2 WPWTP PH 3&4 PSA - 2
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, on this ___ day of _____,
2025.
_____________________________
Pete Serrano
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________________ ___________________________
Debra Barham, CMC Kerr Ferguson Law, PLLC
City Clerk City Attorneys
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RH2 Engineering, Inc. PSA #: 25-008
West Pasco Water Treatment Plant Phase 3 & 4 Design – Project No. 23455
Version 2.19.2025 Page 1 of 9
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
West Pasco Water Treatment Plant Phase 3 & 4 Design (18 MGD Expansion)
Agreement No. 25-008
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into between the City of Pasco, a Washington
Municipal Corporation, hereinafter referred to as “City”, and RH2 Engineering, Inc., hereinafter
referred to as “Consultant,” on _____________________________________.
[date of execution]
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the City desires to have certain services and/or tasks performed as set forth
below requiring specialized skills, training, equipment, and other supportive capabilities; and
WHEREAS, the Consultant represents that it is qualified and possesses sufficient skills,
experience, equipment, and necessary capabilities, including: technical and professional
expertise, when required, to perform the services and/or tasks as set forth in this Agreement upon
which the City is relying.
WHEREAS, the City has, consistent with RCW 39.80, published an announcement
related to its need for Architectural and Engineering services, evaluated Consultant’s current
performance data, and has determined that Consultant is the most highly qualified firm to
perform the Architectural and Engineering services related to the West Pasco Water Treatment
Plant Phase 3 Design (18 MGD Expansion) project; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Public Works Director finds that the Agreement with Consultant
is both fair and reasonable in light of the duties to be performed, the Consultant’s performance
data, and the nature and complexity of the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, and performances
contained herein, the parties agree as follows:
1. Scope of Services. The Consultant shall perform such services and accomplish such
tasks, including the furnishing of all labor, materials, facilities and equipment necessary
for full performance thereof, as identified and designated as Consultant’s Responsibilities
throughout this Agreement, and as more particularly described in Scope of Work detailed
in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein (the “Project”).
2. Term. This Project shall begin on the execution date listed above and promptly be
completed by 12/31/2027.
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3. Compensation and Payment.
3.1 Payment for services provided hereunder shall be made following the performance
of such services. Such payment shall be full compensation for work performed or
services rendered, and for all labor, materials, supplies, equipment, and
incidentals necessary to complete the Project.
3.2 No payment shall be made for any services rendere d by the Consultant except for
services identified and set forth in this Agreement except as may be authorized by
a written supplemental agreement approved by the City.
3.3 The City shall pay the Consultant for work performed under this Agreement upon
timely submitted invoices detailing work performed and expenses for which
reimbursement is sought. The City shall approve all invoices before payment is
issued. Payment shall occur within thirty (30) days of receipt and approval of an
invoice.
3.4 The City shall pay the Consultant for all work performed and expenses incurred
under this Agreement, as follows.
☒ Hourly (Multiple Rate): Such rates as identified on Exhibit B, plus actual
expenses incurred as provided under this Agreement, but not to exceed a
total of $749,753.00 without the prior written authorization by the City.
4. Reports and Inspections.
4.1 The Consultant at such times and in such forms as the City may require, shall
furnish to the City such statements, records, studies, surveys, reports, data, and
information as the City may request pertaining to matters covered by this
Agreement.
4.2 The Consultant shall, at any time during normal business hours and as often as the
City or the Washington State Auditor may reasonably deem necessary, make
available for examination all of its records and data with respect to all matters
covered, directly or indirectly, by this Agreement and shall permit the City, or its
designated authorized representative to audit and inspect other data relating to all
matters covered by this Agreement. The City shall receive a copy of all audit
reports made by the agency or firm as to the Consultant’s activities. The City may,
at its discretion, conduct an audit at its expense, using its own or outside auditors,
of the Consultant’s activities which relate, directly or indirectly, to this Agreement.
Consultant shall be provided a copy of such reports.
4.3 The Consultant, during the term of this Agreement, shall obtain all permits and
registration documents necessary for the performance of its work and for the
execution of services at its own expense, and shall maintain its validity. Upon
request, the Consultant shall deliver to the City copies of these licenses,
registration documents, and permits or proof of their issuance or renewal.
4.4 Consultant shall maintain books, records and documents, which sufficiently and
properly reflect all direct and indirect costs related to the performance of this
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Agreement and shall maintain such accounting procedures and practices as may
be necessary to assure proper accounting of all funds paid pursuant to this
Agreement. These records shall be subject, at all reasonable times, to inspection,
review, or audit as provided above.
4.5 The Consultant shall retain all books, records, documents, or other material
relevant to this Agreement for three (3) years after its expiration. Consultant
agrees that the City, or its designee, shall have full access and right to examine any
of said materials at all reasonable times during this period.
5. Ownership and Use of Documents.
5.1 All research, tests, surveys, preliminary data, information, drawings, and
documents made, collected, or prepared by the Consultant for performing the
services subject to this Agreement, as well as any final product, collectively referred
to as “work product,” shall be deemed as the exclusive property of the City,
including copyright as secured thereon. Consultant may not use them except in
connection with the performance of the services under this Agreement or with the
prior written consent of the City. Any prior copyrighted materials owned by the
Consultant and utilized in the performance of the services under this Agreement,
or embedded in with the materials, products and services provided thereunder,
shall remain the property of the Consultant subject to a license granted to the City
for their continued use of the products and services provided under this
Agreement. Any work product used by the Consultant in the performance of these
services which it deems as “confidential,” “proprietary,” or a “trade secret” shall be
conspicuously designated as such.
5.2 In the event of Consultant’s default, or in the event that this Agreement is
terminated prior to its completion, the work product of the Consultant, along with
a summary of the services performed to date of default or termination, shall
become the property of the City, and tender of the work product and summary shall
be a prerequisite to final payment under this Agreement. The summary of services
provided shall be prepared at no additional cost, if the Agreement is terminated
through default by the Consultant. If the Agreement is terminated through
convenience by the City, the City agrees to pay Consultant for the preparation of
the summary of services provided.
6. Public Records.
6.1 Consultant acknowledges that the City is an agency subject to Chapter 42.56 RCW
“Public Records Act.” All preliminary drafts or notes prepared or gathered by the
Consultant, and recommendations of the Consultant are exempt prior to the
acceptance by the City or public citation by the City in connection with City action.
6.2 If the Consultant becomes a custodian of public records of the City and request for
such records is received by the City, the Consultant shall respond to the request by
the City for such records within five (5) business days by either providing the
records, or by identifying in writing the additional time necessary to provide the
records with a description of the reasons why additional time is needed. Such
additional time shall not exceed twenty (20) business days unless extraordinary
good cause is shown.
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6.3 In the event the City receives a public records request for protected work product
of the Consultant within its possession, the City shall, prior to the release of any
protected work product or as a result of a public records request or subpoena,
provide Consultant at least ten (10) business days prior written notice of the
pending release and to reasonably cooperate with any legal action which may be
initiated by the Consultant to enjoin or otherwise prevent such release.
7. Independent Contractor Relationship.
7.1 The parties intend that an independent contractor relationship is created by this
Agreement. The City is interested primarily in the results to be achieved; subject
to the scope of services and the specific requirements of this Agreement, the
implementation of services will lie solely with the discretion of the Consultant. No
agent, employee, officer or representative of the Consultant shall be deemed to be
an employee, agent, officer, or representative of the City for any purpose, and the
employees of the Consultant are not entitled to any of the benefits or privileges the
City provides for its employees. The Consultant will be solely and entirely
responsible for its acts and for the acts of its agents, employees, officers,
subcontractors or representatives during the performance of this Agreement.
7.2 In the performance of the services provided in this Agreement, Consultant is an
independent contractor with full authority to control and direct the performance
of the details of the work, however, the results of the work contemplated herein
must meet the approval of the City and shall be subject to the City’s general rights
of inspection and review to secure the satisfactory completion thereof.
7.3 The Consultant shall comply with all State and Federal laws including, but not
limited to:
7.3.1 The definition requirements of RCW 50.04.140 (Employment Security).
7.3.2 RCW 51.08.195 (Industrial Insurance).
7.3.3 Obtain a City of Pasco business license.
7.4 The City may, at its sole discretion, require the Consultant to remove any
employee, agent or servant from employment on this Project who, in the City’s sole
discretion, may be detrimental to the City’s interest.
8. Indemnification.
8.1 The Consultant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its officers,
officials, employees, and volunteers harmless from any and all claims, injuries,
damages, losses or suits including attorney fees, arising out of or resulting from
the acts, errors or omissions of the Consultant in performance of this Agreement,
except for injuries and damages caused by the sole negligence of the City.
8.2 However, should a court of competent jurisdiction determine that this Agreement
is subject to RCW 4.24.115, then, in the event of liability for damages arising out of
bodily injury to persons or damages to property caused by or resulting from the
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concurrent negligence of the Consultant, and the City, its officers, officials,
employees, and volunteers, the Consultant’s liability, including the duty and cost
to defend, hereunder shall be only to the extent of the Consultant’s negligence. It
is further specifically and expressly understood that the indemnification provided
herein constitutes the Consultant’s waiver of immunity under Industrial
Insurance, Title 51 RCW, solely for purposes of this indemnification. This waiver
has been mutually negotiated by the parties. The provisions of this section shall
survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
8.3 No liability shall attach to the City by reason of entering into this Agreement except
as expressly provided herein.
8.4 This indemnification shall include damages, penalties and attorney fees sustained
as a result of Consultant’s delayed or failed performance of Section 6 above.
9. Insurance. The Consultant shall procure and maintain for the duration of the
Agreement, insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damage to property which
may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the
Consultant, its agents, representatives, employees, or subcontractors. The Consultant’s
maintenance of insurance as required by the Agreement shall not be construed to limit the
liability of the Consultant to the coverage provided by such insurance, or otherwi se limit
the City’s recourse to any remedy available at law or in equity.
9.1 Minimum Scope of Insurance. Consultant shall obtain insurance of the types and
coverage described below:
9.1.1 Automobile Liability insurance covering all owned, non-owned, hired and
leased vehicles. Coverage shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services
Office (ISO) form CA 00 01.
9.1.2 Commercial General Liability insurance shall be at least as broad as ISO
occurrence form CG 00 01 and shall cover liability arising from premises,
operations, stop-gap independent contractors and personal injury and
advertising injury. The City shall be named as an additional insured under
the Consultant’s Commercial General Liability insurance policy with
respect to the work performed for the City using an additional insured
endorsement at least as broad as ISO endorsement form CG 20 26.
9.1.3 Workers’ Compensation coverage as required by the Industrial Insurance
laws of the State of Washington.
9.1.4 Professional Liability insurance appropriate to the Consultant’s profession.
9.2 Minimum Amounts of Insurance. Consultant shall maintain the following
insurance limits:
9.2.1 Automobile Liability insurance with a minimum combined single limit for
bodily injury and property damage of $1,000,000 per accident.
9.2.2 Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written with limits no less
than:
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☒ $2,000,000 each occurrence; and
☒ $2,000,000 general aggregate;
9.2.3 Professional Liability insurance shall be written with limits no less than:
☒ $2,000,000 per claim; and
☒ $2,000,000 policy aggregate limit;
9.3 Other Insurance Provision. The Consultant’s Automobile Liability, Professional
Liability, and Commercial General Liability insurance policies are to contain, or be
endorsed to contain that they shall be primary insurance as respect the City. Any
insurance, self-insurance, or self-insured pool coverage maintained by the City
shall be excess of the Consultant’s insurance and shall not contribute with it.
9.3.1 The Consultant’s insurance shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall
not be cancelled by either party, except after thirty (30) days prior written
notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City.
9.4 Acceptability of Insurers. Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current
A.M. Best rating of not less than A: VII.
9.5 Verification of Coverage. Consultant shall furnish the City with original certificates
and a copy of the amendatory endorsements, including, but not necessarily limited
to, the additional insured endorsement, evidencing the insurance requirements of
the Agreement before commencement of the work.
9.6 Notice of Cancellation. The Consultant shall provide the City with written notice of
any policy cancellation within two (2) business days of their receipt of such notice.
9.7 City Full Availability of Consultant Limits. If the Consultant maintains higher
insurance limits than the minimums shown above, the City shall be insured for the
full available limits of Commercial General and Excess or Umbrella liability
maintained by the Consultant, irrespective of whether such limits maintained by
the Consultant are greater than those required by this Agreement or whether any
certificate of insurance furnished to the City evidences limits of liability lower than
those maintained by the Consultant.
9.8 Failure to Maintain Insurance. Failure on the part of the Consultant to maintain
the insurance as required shall constitute a material breach of contract, upon
which the City may, after giving five (5) business days notice to the Consultant to
correct the breach, immediately terminate the Agreement or, at its discretion,
procure or renew such insurance and pay any and all premiums in connection
therewith, with any sums so expended to be repaid to the City on demand, or at the
sole discretion of the City, offset against funds due the Consultant from the City.
10. Nondiscrimination. In the performance of this Agreement, the Consultant will not
discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the grounds of race,
creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, age or the presence of any sensory, mental
or physical handicap; provided that the prohibition against discrimination in employment
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because of handicap shall not apply if the particular disability prevents the proper
performance of the particular worker involved. The Consultant shall ensure that
applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment in the
performance of this Agreement without discrimination because of their race, creed, color,
national origin, sex, marital status, age or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical
handicap. Consultant shall take such action with respect to this Agreement as may be
required to ensure full compliance with local, State and Federal laws prohibiting
discrimination in employment.
11. Covenant Against Contingent Fees. The Consultant warrants that it has not
employed nor retained any company, firm, or person, other than a bona fide employee
working exclusively for the Consultant, to solicit or secure this Agreement; and that it has
not paid or agreed to pay any company, person or firm, other than a bona fide employee
working exclusively for the Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee,
gift, or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this
Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, the City shall have the right to
terminate this Agreement.
12. Assignment and Subcontracting.
12.1 The City has awarded this Agreement to the Consultant due to its unique
qualifications to perform these services. The Consultant shall not assign (or
subcontract other than as specifically identified in Exhibit A) its performance
under this Agreement or any portions of this Agreement without the prior written
consent of the City, which consent must be sought at least thirty (30) days prior to
the date of any proposed assignment.
12.2 Any work or services assigned or subcontracted hereunder shall be subject to each
provision of this Agreement including Section 6, Public Records; Section 10,
Nondiscrimination; proper bidding procedures where applicable; and all local,
State and Federal statutes, ordinances and guidelines.
12.3 Any technical or professional service subcontract not listed in this Agreement,
must have prior written approval by the City.
13. Termination.
13.1 Termination for Convenience. Either party may terminate this Agreement for any
reason upon giving the other party no less than ten (10) business days written
notice in advance of the effective date of such termination.
13.2 Termination for Cause. If the Consultant fails to perform in the manner called for
in this Agreement, or if the Consultant fails to comply with any other provisions of
this Agreement and fails to correct such noncompliance within five (5) business
days of written notice thereof, the City may terminate this Agreement for cause.
Termination shall be effected by serving a notice of termination on the Consultant
setting forth the manner in which the Consultant is in default. The Consultant will
only be paid for services and expenses complying with the terms of this Agreement,
incurred prior to termination.
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14. General Provisions.
14.1 For the purpose of this Agreement, time is of the essence.
14.2 Notice. Notice provided for in this Agreement shall be sent by:
14.2.1 Personal service upon the Project Administrators; or
14.2.2 Certified mail to the physical address of the parties, or by electronic
transmission to the e-mail addresses designated for the parties below.
14.3 The Project Administrator for the purpose of this Agreement shall be:
For the City: For the Consultant:
Brandon Lane, EIT
Engineer II
525 N 3rd Ave
Pasco, WA, 99301
laneb@pasco-wa.gov
Paul Cross, P.E.,
Project Manager
114 Columbia Point Dr, Suite C
Richland, WA 99352
pcross@rh2.com
15. Dispute Resolution.
15.1 This Agreement has been and shall be construed as having been made and entered
into and delivered within the State of Washington and it is agreed by each party
hereto that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of
Washington.
15.2 In the event of a dispute regarding the enforcement, breach, default, or
interpretation of this Agreement, the Project Administrators, or their designees,
shall first meet in a good faith effort to resolve such dispute. In the event the
dispute cannot be resolved by agreement of the parties, said dispute shall be
resolved by arbitration pursuant to RCW 7.04A, as amended, with both parties
waiving the right of a jury trial upon trial de novo, with venue placed in Pasco,
Franklin County, Washington. The substantially prevailing party shall be entitled
to its reasonable attorney fees and costs as additional award and judgment against
the other.
16. Nonwaiver. Waiver by the City of any provision of this Agreement or any time limitation
provided for in this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other similar event or
other provision of this Agreement.
17. Integration. This Agreement between the parties consists in its entirety of this
document and any exhibits, schedules or attachments. Any modification of this
Agreement or change order affecting this Agreement shall be in writing and signed by both
parties.
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18. Authorization. By signature below, each party warrants that they are authorized and
empowered to execute this Agreement binding the City and the Consultant respectively.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed on
the date first written above.
CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON
Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager
RH2 ENGINEERING, INC.
Paul Cross, PE, Principal
ATTEST:
Debra C. Barham, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kerr Ferguson Law, PLLC, City Attorney
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Scope of Work
City of Pasco
West Pasco Water Treatment Plant 18 MGD Expansion
Phases 3 and 4 Design
April 2025
Background
The City of Pasco (City) is growing rapidly and its potable water demands are increasing with
population growth and local industries. The City has two water treatment plants (WTPs) on opposite
ends of its distribution system. While these plants can accommodate current and short -term peak
demands together, individual plant capacity must increase to meet the City’s 20 -year planning
projection. The West Pasco Water Treatment Plant (WPWTP) was designed to accommodate
equipment expansion within the facility, and provides a cost-effective way for the City to handle
growth.
Previously, the City expanded the WPWTP capacity from 6 million gallons per day (MGD) to 12 MGD
in two phases. Phase 1 increased treatment capacity to 12 MGD, including the installation of
additional raw water strainers and membrane filtration units, filter-to-waste capabilities, a process
residuals treatment and recycling system, and various plant operational improvements. Phase 2
increased pumping capacity at the raw water Intake Pump Station to 12 MGD, added a new High
Service Booster Pump Station (BPS) with additional Zone 3 pumps, and improved electrical power
redundancy for the Intake Pump Station and WPWTP.
The City has asked RH2 Engineering, Inc., (RH2) to provide engineering design services for Phases 3
and 4 expansion of the WPWTP. A list of approximately $21 million worth of necessary improvements
have been identified by the City, which exceeds the City’s budget for Phases 3 and 4. For this reason,
a scoping workshop was held on December 3, 2024, between the City and RH2 to prioritize project
elements for Phases 3 and 4, including a base list of treatment capacity related improvements and a
list of non-capacity functionality improvements that may be incorporated into the final design
budget.
The base improvements identified to be designed as part of the Phased 3 and 4 improvements
include the following:
•Installing two (2) 3 MGD membrane filtration units (Membrane Rack Nos. 5 and 6).
•Replacing the existing membrane modules on Membrane Rack Nos. 1 and 2.
•Upgrading Membrane Rack Nos. 1 and 2 to replace problematic/antiquated plastic module
header components (e.g., Victaulic couplers) with updated metal materials matching
Membrane Rack Nos. 3 and 4.
•Installing one (1) Intake Pump Station pump and associated piping, valves, and
appurtenances.
EXHIBIT A
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• Installing one (1) High Service BPS Zone 3 pump and associated piping, valves, and
appurtenances.
• Installing two (2) High Service BPS Zone 1 pumps and associated piping, valves, and
appurtenances.
• Installing one (1) Recycle Pump Station jockey pump and associated piping, valves, and
appurtenances and updating functional descriptions for the backwash recovery system.
• Evaluating and upgrading the mechanical pre-filtration strainers and associated piping,
valving, and instrumentation to reduce backwashing frequency, provide a location for purging
solids from the header, and accommodate 18 MGD plant capacity.
• Installing an additional sedimentation basin(s).
• Installing freeze protection improvements throughout the outdoor backwash recovery
system facilities, including the following:
o Installing additional piping and control valves within the backwash recovery system
and defining a new mode of operation to improve operability and mitigate freezing
o Installing a gate valve at the base of the equalizing basin overflow weir box.
o Replacing temporary bypass hoses with permanent piping.
o Evaluating and installing heaters (e.g., heat tracing, immersion heaters, etc.) and
insulation at applicable process locations such as the ferric chloride tank outlet, solids
discharge piping, equalizing basin discharge piping, and clarifier.
• Installing various process improvements specific to addressing cyanotoxins, freshwater
mussels, and Asian clams.
• Providing spare parts consistent with the WPWTP original construction requirements .
• Upgrading the treatment plant heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
As discussed at the scoping meeting, the project will be separated into preliminary design and final
design. The preliminary design will include 30-percent design of the base improvements. A detailed
Engineer’s opinion of probable construction cost (OPCC) will be prepared and reviewed with the City
to determine if the City’s budget can accommodate additional non-capacity related improvements.
If it is determined that the City’s budget cannot accommodate the base improvements, upgrading
the treatment plant HVAC system will be removed from the project scope. If it is determined that
additional project elements can be accommodated within the City’s budget, RH2 will add the
following project elements to the design in the prioritized order listed:
1. Installing an additional clarifier.
2. Installing gutters on the WPWTP building and snow guards on the WPWTP and Recycle Pump
Station buildings.
3. Evaluating and potentially lining the significantly corroded drainpipe near the chemical dosing
pumps.
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4. Installing an isolation valve upstream of the High Service BPS.
It should be noted that the WPWTP backwash recovery system is not designed to accommodate
18 MGD without an additional clarifier. Increasing plant capacity to 18 MGD without installing the
additional clarifier will result in increased flow to the sewer beyond what was intended as part of the
WPWTP Phase 1 improvements. This information was provided to the City during the scoping
meeting and is repeated here for reference.
As part of the scoping meeting, the City identified a number of necessary improvements that
currently cannot be accommodated within the budget for Phase s 3 and 4. As such, the following
necessary improvements are outside the scope of Phases 3 and 4 and will not be designed as part of
this project without an amendment:
• Installing a polymer building to thicken the backwash recovery system’s solids waste stream.
• Installing additional drying bed capacity.
• Installing a permanent means of dewatering the clarifier(s).
• Demolishing/salvaging the existing Zone 1 finished water pumps and associated mechanical
components within the WPWTP.
• Installing roll-up doors for chemical tank replacement in the clean-in-place area.
• Installing a storage building.
• Installing a locker room.
• Installing an additional bathroom.
• Installing additional Intake Pump Station generator capacity.
• Replacing chain link fencing with anti-climb mesh.
This Scope of Work presents the design and permitting tasks for the Phases 3 and 4 Improvements
as follows:
• Task 1 – Project Management
• Task 2 – Preliminary Design
• Task 3 – Bid-Ready Design
• Task 4 – Permitting
Future tasks include the following:
• Task 5 – Services During Bidding
• Task 6 – Services During Construction
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General Assumptions
The following assumptions were made when preparing this Scope of Work:
• The City will provide access to the hard copy data, plans, manuals, etc. required for this
project. RH2 will collect the information, make appropriate copies, and return them to the
City.
• Unless otherwise stated, RH2 will rely on the accuracy and completeness of information, data,
and materials generated or provided by the City or others in relation to this Scope of Work.
• Design of an additional clarifier is not included in this Scope of Work.
• Deliverables will be provided in electronic format (PDF) unless otherwise noted. Hard copies
of plans, where provided, will be in half-size (11-inch by 17-inch) format, unless otherwise
noted.
• Services are limited to those described herein and will be performed to the level of effort
identified in the attached Fee Estimate. If additional effort is needed, that extra work will be
mutually determined by the City and RH2.
Phases 3 and 4 Design
Task 1 – Project Management
Objective: Administer, manage, and monitor the RH2 project team, resources, communications,
scope progress, budget, files, and records.
Approach:
Monitor Project: Review and monitor project progress, schedule, scope, and budget.
Manage RH2 Team: Manage the RH2 project team and resources.
Prepare Invoices: Prepare monthly invoices with progress reports documenting the work
performed and budget status.
Maintain City Communication: Communicate with the City regarding project progress,
invoicing, and schedule.
Maintain Records: Document and maintain project files and records in electronic format.
RH2 Deliverables:
• Schedule, scope, and budget administration and management.
• Project team and resource management.
• Monthly invoices with progress reporting.
• Communication with City.
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Task 2 – Preliminary Design
Objective: Prepare preliminary plans and an OPCC for the base improvements for the City’s use in
re-evaluating the overall project scope. Provide plans and OPCC to the City at the 30-percent
milestone for review and feedback.
Approach:
Prepare 30-Percent Conceptual Design: Prepare the overall conceptual design for the Phases
3 and 4 improvements. Prepare conceptual figures, including process diagrams and CAD
exhibits to facilitate design planning and vendor communications. Prepare project design
checklist and outline design phasing for internal project tracking and milestone review.
Identify gaps in existing records and request additional information from the City. Perform
site visits as necessary to collect additional information.
Prepare Preliminary General Plans: Coordinate and subcontract with a surveyor to obtain
updated ground elevations throughout the northern half of the WPWTP site. Prepare the
cover sheet, general information, and standard detail drawings.
Prepare Preliminary Site/Civil Design: Prepare site/civil plan drawings showing existing site
and facility layouts, temporary erosion control and construction measures and layouts, site
grading improvements, proposed facility layouts, surface improvements, and utility
improvements.
Prepare Preliminary Mechanical Design: Prepare process and mechanical drawings for project
elements including the High Service BPS pumps, Intake Pump Station pump, Recycle Pump
Station pump, strainers, and backwash recovery freeze protection. Show demolition of
existing piping and equipment and proposed pipe routing and equipment installation. Size
piping, and size and select equipment and pumps. Prepare minor mechanical and plumbing
designs. Prepare HVAC design.
Prepare Preliminary Structural Design: Prepare preliminary structural plans and details for
the sedimentation basin, backwash recovery system expansion, and WPWTP ancillary
supports, structures, and facility retrofits.
Prepare Preliminary Treatment Design: Prepare process and mechanical drawings for project
elements including the membrane rack expansions and retrofits, sedimentation basin, and
improvements specific to cyanotoxin and freshwater mussel and Asian clam mitigation. Show
demolition of existing piping and equipment and proposed pipe routing and equipment
installation. Size piping, and size and select equipment and pumps. Prepare minor mechanical
and plumbing designs.
Prepare Electrical and Telemetry Design: Prepare electrical, instrumentation, and control
design, including electrical distribution design, process and instrumentation control, and
telemetry systems to interface with the City’s existing system.
Prepare OPCC: Prepare OPCC based on the 30-percent design documents.
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Perform Internal QA/QC: Perform internal quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC)
review of the 30-percent design plans and OPCC.
Submit 30-Percent Conceptual Design to City: Submit the 30-percent design plans and OPCC
to the City. Prepare meeting agenda and attend one (1) meeting with the City to discuss
30-percent review comments. Prepare meeting minutes. Attend one (1) site visit with City
operations staff to discuss 30-percent review comments and take additional photographs and
measurements.
Assumptions:
• It is assumed that the existing chlorine contact time clearwell can accommodate the plant
expansion to 18 MGD.
Provided by the City:
• Attendance at the 30-percent design review meeting and site visit.
• Written review comments on the 30-percent design documents.
RH2 Deliverables:
• 30-percent design plans and OPCC.
• Attendance at 30-percent design review meeting and site visit.
• 30-percent design review meeting agenda and minutes.
Task 3 – Bid-Ready Design
Objective: Prepare bid-ready plans and specifications. Remove or incorporate additional project
elements into the design as determined with the City as part of the preliminary design review
process. Provide plans, specifications, functional descriptions, and OPCC at the 60-percent milestone
for review and feedback. Provide plans, specifications, functional descriptions, and OPCC at the
90-percent milestone for review and feedback. Prepare bid-ready documents.
Approach:
Progress Design Plans to 60-Percent Design: Progress the general plans, and site/civil,
mechanical, structural, treatment, electrical, and telemetry designs and OPCC to 60-percent.
Prepare structural calculations for structural components.
Prepare Construction and Phasing Plan: Prepare a phasing plan for construction of the
planned system improvements to maintain operation of the WPWTP throughout
construction. Coordinate with the City to identify periods when construction can occur, when
unit processes of the WPWTP would need to be shut down, and how the treatment plant can
maintain operation during construction.
Prepare Specifications: Develop non-technical (front-end) and technical specifications.
Provide the advertisement to bidders, instructions to bidders, general conditions,
construction contract, insurance provisions, and other typical forms used for the bidding and
engagement of public works contracts. Prepare Division 1 (General) through Division 18
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(Measurement and Payment) of the technical specifications. It is assumed that the front-end
documents will be based on the City-provided bid forms and construction contract documents
and modified by RH2. It is assumed that RH2 will use its modified Construction Specification s
Institute specifications for the technical portion of the specifications .
Prepare Functional Descriptions: Prepare process functional descriptions for new plant
processes. Added plant processes to be described include modifications to the backwash
recovery system, including control valves, jockey pump, and freeze protection, changes to
the mechanical strainers, if applicable, and processes installed to mitigate cyanotoxins and/or
freshwater mussels and Asian clams. Functional descriptions shall not be prepared for existing
plant processes that are not impacted by these improvements.
Attend 60-Percent Design Review with City: Submit the 60-percent design plans,
specifications, functional descriptions, and OPCC to the City. Prepare meeting agenda and
attend one (1) meeting with the City to discuss 60-percent review comments. Prepare
meeting minutes. Attend one (1) site visit with City operations staff to discuss 60-percent
review comments and take additional photographs and measurements.
Progress Design Plans to 90-Percent Design: Progress the general plans, and site/civil,
mechanical, structural, treatment, electrical, and telemetry designs, construction and
phasing plan, specifications, and functional descriptions to 90 -percent.
Attend 90-Percent Design Review with City: Submit the 90-percent design plans,
specifications, functional descriptions, and OPCC to the City. Prepare meeting agenda and
attend one (1) meeting with the City to discuss 60-percent review comments. Prepare
meeting minutes. Attend one (1) site visit with City operations staff to discuss 90-percent
review comments and take additional photographs and measurements.
Perform Internal QA/QC Reviews: Perform internal QA/QC review of the 60-, 90- and
bid-ready design plans, specifications, functional descriptions, and OPCC.
Prepare Bid-Ready Design Documents: Incorporate 90-percent comments and agency
permitting conditions into the plans and specifications. Prepare bid-ready plans and
specifications and final OPCC.
Provided by City:
• City bid forms and construction contract documents in MS Word format.
• Attendance at the 60- and 90-percent design review meetings and site visits.
• Written review comments on the 60- and 90-percent design documents.
• Input regarding WPWTP shutdowns and construction phasing.
RH2 Deliverables:
• 60-percent design plans, specifications, functional descriptions, and OPCC.
• 90-percent design plans, specifications, functional descriptions, and OPCC.
• Attendance at 60- and 90-percent design review meetings and site visits.
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• 60- and 90-percent design review meeting agendas and minutes.
• Bid-ready plans, specifications, functional descriptions, and OPCC.
Task 4 – Permitting
Objective: Assist the City in obtaining permits to address environmental, site, building code, and
Washington State Department of Health (DOH) requirements. Based on RH2’s current
understanding, the following permits or approvals are anticipated for the Phase s 3 and 4
improvements:
• DOH Project Report and Construction Documents review.
• City Pre-Application Meeting.
• City Land Use Permits, including State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Shoreline Substantial
Development Permit (SSDP), and Special Permit.
• City Building Permit.
Permitting and agency coordination is subjective and determining the level of effort at this early stage
is difficult. Due to the difficulty in predicting RH2’s level of effort in coordinating with agencies in this
Task, additional authorization may be needed if RH2’s involvement exceeds the hours currently
allocated in the attached Fee Estimate.
Approach:
Coordinate with DOH and Prepare Project Report : Coordinate with DOH regarding its
expectations for documenting the proposed WPWTP expansion and implementing the
improvements. Prepare a preliminary Project Report based on applicable Washington
Administrative Code (WAC) requirements for the proposed WPWTP improvements, related
design considerations, and construction phasing implementation. The Project Report will
document the project background and objectives, hydraulic analyses, mechanical retrofit
improvements, residuals handling processes, chlorine contact time considerations, electrical
power improvements, freeze protection, and telemetry and supervisory control and data
acquisition (SCADA) upgrades. Perform internal QA/QC review and submit the Project Report
to the City and DOH for review and comment. Prepare meeting agenda and attend one (1)
meeting with the City to review and discuss DOH’s initial feedback, the City’s comments on
the preliminary Project Report, and the WPWTP improvements. Prepare meeting minutes.
Finalize the Project Report to reflect DOH and City review and comments, as requested.
Submit Construction Documents to DOH: Prepare application and submit the construction
documents (prepared in Task 3) to DOH. Compose a letter to accompany the construction
document submittal responding to review comments from DOH, if requested.
Coordinate with City Planning: Coordinate with City Planning staff regarding local permitting
requirements for the Phases 3 and 4 improvements. Prepare and submit an application for
and attend one (1) Pre-Application Meeting with City Planning and project staff to discuss the
project and anticipated local permitting. Prior permitting efforts for the WPWTP expansion,
completed in 2021, included SEPA and Special Permit. These applications were prepared with
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City of Pasco Exhibit A
WPWTP 18 MGD Expansion – Phases 3 and 4 Design Scope of Work
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the phased improvements identified for the facility expansion. Consequently, it is assumed the
2021 approvals cover the Phases 3 and 4 improvements proposed now such that a new SEPA
and Special Permit land use approvals are not included in this Scope of Work. It will be
necessary to discuss and confirm this assumption with City Planning staff. If required,
preparation of new land use permit documents for the Phases 3 and 4 improvements could
warrant an amendment to this Scope of Work.
Prepare SSDP Application and Submit: Prepare a preliminary SSDP application, including a
Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application (JARPA), project and code compliance narrative,
and shoreline site plans for City project staff review. Finalize the SSDP application based on
City staff comments, and submit to City Planning staff for review, public noticing, and decision
components. Conservatively, it is assumed that an SSDP will be for the proposed Intake Pump
Station improvements near the Columbia River; however, confirmation of applicability will be
requested during the Pre-Application meeting in subtask 4.3.
Coordinate with DOH for Environmental and Cultural Review: Submit proof of SEPA review
and compliance to DOH for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) funding
requirements. Prepare a preliminary EZ-1 form, specific to Phases 3 and 4 of this project,
together with the prior cultural resources compliance documents prepared for the WPWTP
Expansion in 2021 and submit to the City and DOH for Executive Order (EO) 21-02
consultation with the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic
Preservation (DAHP). Facilitate DOH reviews and DAHP consultation. Prepare an Inadvertent
Discovery Plan (IDP) for the project to facilitate construction improvements and DOH cultural
approval. It is assumed that SEPA and cultural resources documentation prepared in 2021
cover all phases of the WPWTP Expansion project and consequently, new SEPA or cultural
resources documents will not be required. Conservatively, RH2 has included this subtask to
facilitate DOH approval for DWSRF funding. A nominal fee for cultural resources support from
Cultural Resources Consultants, LLC, (CRC) has been included; however, the effort included in
this subtask may require an amendment to this Scope of Work pending coordination with DOH
and DAHP.
Prepare and Submit City Building Permit: Prepare an application for City Building Permit
utilizing the 90-percent design documents prepared in Task 3. Develop energy code and
structural calculations to accompany the Building Permit application . Submit the Building
Permit application package to the City’s Building Division.
Provide Permit Coordination and Support: Support the City with permit compliance and
facilitate approvals. This subtask includes up to twenty (20) hours of RH2 staff time to assist
the City with permit compliance, reviews, and responding to comments, as requested.
Assumptions:
• The City will pay all permit fees and be the applicant for permit applications.
• Acceptance of permit submittals is beyond the control of RH2 and the City, and no date is
warranted or implied for agency response or acceptance.
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City of Pasco Exhibit A
WPWTP 18 MGD Expansion – Phases 3 and 4 Design Scope of Work
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• It is assumed that there will be only one (1) round of review comments from DOH for both the
Project Report and Construction Documentation submittals.
• Attendance by up to four (4) RH2 staff is assumed for the City Pre-Application Meeting.
• It is assumed that City land use approvals, including SEPA , Special Permit, and cultural
resources, will not be required because the Phases 3 and 4 improvements were covered in the
prior WPWTP permit documents completed in 2021.
• It is assumed that site development and/or grading reviews will be completed by the City
during the design review (Task 3); thus, permit application will not be needed to approve
project improvements for construction.
• If needed, the City will obtain right-of-way permits for project construction.
• As conceptualized at this time, the Phases 3 and 4 improvements will not impact the nearby
Columbia River; therefore, a Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) from the Washington
Department of Fish and Wildlife is excluded from this Scope of Work. If project design warrants
indirect or direct impacts to the river, an HPA, and possibly other federal permit approvals
could be triggered, which would warrant an amendment to this Scope of Work.
• It is assumed that National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System, including an Erosivity
Waiver or Construction Stormwater General Permit, are not required because construction
stormwater will be retained and infiltrated onsite and soil exposure will not exceed one
(1) acre.
Provided by City:
• Attendance at preliminary Project Report review meeting.
• Written review comments on the draft Project Report.
• Attendance at Pre-Application Meeting.
• Review and comment on draft SSDP, EZ-1, and Building Permit packages, as desired.
• Payment of permitting application fees.
RH2 Deliverables:
• Preliminary Project Report review meeting agenda, minutes, and meeting attendance.
• Draft and final Project Report for DOH submittal.
• Application for and construction documents for DOH submittal.
• Letter response to DOH comments.
• Pre-Application Meeting application and meeting attendance.
• SSDP application package for City submittal.
• EZ-1 Form and cultural package for DAHP submittal and EO 21-02 compliance.
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City of Pasco Exhibit A
WPWTP 18 MGD Expansion – Phases 3 and 4 Design Scope of Work
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•Building Permit submittal package.
Project Schedule
RH2 is prepared to commence with the work upon written authorization from the City. Project design
is scheduled for completion in January 2026, or forty-six (46) weeks following authorization to
commence work, whichever comes later.
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EXHIBIT B
Fee Estimate
City of Pasco
West Pasco Water Treatment Plant 18 MGD Expansion
Phases 3 and 4 Design
Apr-25
Description
Total
Hours
Total Labor Total
Subconsultant
Total Expense Total Cost
Task 1 Project Management 143 32,971$ -$ 824$ 33,795$
Task 2 Preliminary Design 990 209,944$ 9,200$ 17,028$ 236,172$
Task 3 Bid-Ready Design 1773 372,588$ -$ 31,764$ 404,352$
Task 4 Permitting 312 67,421$ 3,450$ 4,563$ 75,434$
PROJECT TOTAL 3,218 682,924$ 12,650$ 54,179$ 749,753$
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RATE LIST RATE UNIT
Professional I $172 $/hr
Professional II $188 $/hr
Professional III $209 $/hr
Professional IV $231 $/hr
Professional V $246 $/hr
Professional VI $263 $/hr
Professional VII $287 $/hr
Professional VIII $309 $/hr
Professional IX $318 $/hr
Technician I $133 $/hr
Technician II $146 $/hr
Technician III $165 $/hr
Technician IV $179 $/hr
Technician V $197 $/hr
Technician VI $215 $/hr
Technician VII $234 $/hr
Technician VIII $244 $/hr
Administrative I $89 $/hr
Administrative II $104 $/hr
Administrative III $122 $/hr
Administrative IV $145 $/hr
Administrative V $171 $/hr
CAD/GIS System $27.50 $/hr
CAD Plots - Half Size $2.50 price per plot
CAD Plots - Full Size $10.00 price per plot
CAD Plots - Large $25.00 price per plot
Copies (bw) 8.5" X 11"$0.09 price per copy
Copies (bw) 8.5" X 14"$0.14 price per copy
Copies (bw) 11" X 17"$0.20 price per copy
Copies (color) 8.5" X 11"$0.90 price per copy
Copies (color) 8.5" X 14"$1.20 price per copy
Copies (color) 11" X 17"$2.00 price per copy
Technology Charge 2.50%% of Direct Labor
Night Work 10.00%% of Direct Labor
Mileage $0.7000
price per mile
(or Current IRS Rate)
Subconsultants 15%Cost +
Outside Services at cost
RH2 ENGINEERING, INC.
2025 SCHEDULE OF RATES AND CHARGES
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Pasco City Council
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• New membrane Filters
for added 6 MGD
• Replacement of
Original 6 MGD Filters
• Additional Intake Pump
• Additional Distribution
Pumps
• Additional Drying Bed
• Various Plant Updates
and Upgrades.
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• Preliminary Design
• 30% Design
• Bid Ready Design and Specifications
• 60%, 90%, Final
• Permitting
• DoH report and construction review
• Special Permit
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Professional Service Agreement
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Funding
$1,500,00.00DoH-Drinking Water State Revolving
Fund Loan (State)
$12,594,320.00DoH-Drinking Water State Revolving
Fund Loan (State)
$14,094,320.00TOTAL
Professional Services Agreement
$33,795.00Task 1 –Project Management
$236,172.00Task 2 –Preliminary Design
$404,352.00Task 3 –Bid-Ready Design
$75,434.00Task 4 –Permitting
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council April 23, 2025
TO: Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 4/28/25
FROM: Craig Raymond, Deputy Director
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: Request for Zoning Code Text Amendment & Draft Ordinance
Amending Title 25 Zoning (5 minute staff presentation)
I. ATTACHMENT(S):
Draft Ordinance
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
At the regular City Council meeting on Monday April 21, 2025, in response to
emerging development opportunities and identified regulatory hurdles, the City
Council comprehensively that ordinance draft to revisit staff directed a
addresses commercial drive-through facility design standards. The purpose of
this review is to identify and alleviate roadblocks to appropriate development
opportunities and to further promote economic development while preserving
compatibility between different uses.
V. DISCUSSION:
The currently adopted 2018-2038 Comprehensive Plan provides policies for
enhancing the environment which supports the expansion of development and
business between opportunities while also providing for the compatibility
commercial and industrial developments and residential and mixed-use
neighborhoods.
Several different types of businesses utilize drive-throughs in their service
delivery to patrons from fast-food restaurants and coffee shops to financial
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institutions and auto-related services. Each have their own unique
characteristics and requirements that suit their business model which in turn
produce varying impacts on surrounding properties.
In addition to individual design preferences, each site will present unique
opportunities to emphasize and take advantage of and/or present compatibility
challenges traffic conflicts, pedestrian and vehicle include may which
congestion, noise intrusion and artificial light trespass.
In 2021, CED staff worked with the Planning Commission and presented a
draft ordinance to the City Council for consideration that sought to navigate
between these typical commercial drive-through issues while enhancing
commercial business priorities.
While the ordinance was never formally voted on it included various provisions
including significantly reducing the prescriptive drive-through setback distances
to residentially zoned districts from 300 feet to 125 feet, while at the same time
promoted tangible mitigation options such as the installation of walls or fences
and noise reducing landscaping. The ordinance also contains several vehicle
and pedestrian functionality and safety enhancement provisions.
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance creating a new
chapter in the Pasco Municipal Code related to drive-through facility design
standards.
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Ordinance – Creating PMC Chapter 25.176 - 1
ORDINANCE NO. __________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON,
CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 25.176 “DRIVE-THROUGH FACILITY
DESIGN STANDARDS,” WITHIN TITLE 25 ‘ZONING,” OF THE PASCO
MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 35A.11.020, the “legislative body of each code city shall
have all powers possible for a city or town to have under the Constitution of this state, and not
specifically denied to code cities by law;” and
WHEREAS, Land-Use Policy 1-B of the 2018-2038 Comprehensive Plan states the City’s
policy is to enhance the physical appearance of development within the community through land
use regulations, design guidelines, and performance and maintenance standards including
landscaping, screening, building facades, color, signs, and parking lot design and appearance; and
WHEREAS, Economic Development Policy 1-A of the 2018-2038 Comprehensive Plan
states the City’s policy is to promote an environment which supports the development and
expansion of business opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Economic Development Policy 3-A of the 2018-2038 Comprehensive Plan
states the City’s policy is to enhance compatibility of commercial and industrial development with
residential and mixed-use neighborhoods with appropriate landscaping, screening, building and
design standards; and
WHEREAS, Transportation Policy 1-C of the 2018-2038 Comprehensive Plan states the
City’s policy is to minimize traffic conflicts on the arterial street system by implementing access
and corridor management best practices; and
WHEREAS, Implementation Policy 1-A of the 2018-2038 Comprehensive Plan states the
City’s policy is to maintain city codes, standards and guidelines which are clear, concise, and
objective.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That Chapter 25.176 entitled “Drive-Through Facility Design Standards” within
Title 25 “Zoning” of the Pasco Municipal Code shall be and hereby is created and shall be read as
follows:
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Ordinance – Creating PMC Chapter 25.176 - 2
Chapter 25.176
DRIVE-THROUGH FACILITY DESIGN STANDARDS
Sections:
25.176.010 Purpose.
25.176.020 Application.
25.176.030 Setbacks.
25.176.040 Location.
25.176.050 Parking and Circulation.
25.176.060 Vehicle Stacking Lane Standards.
25.176.070 Noise.
25.176.080 Site Planning.
25.176.010 Purpose.
The regulations of this chapter are intended to allow for drive-through facilities as an accessory
use to permitted commercial uses and to mitigate the impacts such uses create. Of special concern
are noise from idling cars and voice amplification equipment, lighting and queued traffic
interfering with on-site and off-site traffic and pedestrian flow. The specific purposes of this
chapter are to:
(1) Reduce noise, lighting and visual impacts on abutting uses, particularly residential uses;
(2) Improve safety and promote more efficient vehicle and pedestrian circulation; and
(3) Foster and facilitate economic development..
25.176.020 Applicability and Application.
The regulations of this Chapter apply to all uses that have drive-through facilities, and include:
(1) “Drive-through facilities” means an establishment that sells products or provides services
to occupants in vehicles or that services vehicles at drive up to service areas, including drive-in or
drive-up windows and drive through services. A drive-through facility is composed of two parts –
the stacking lanes and the vehicle-related service area. The stacking lanes are the space occupied
by vehicles queueing for the service to be provided. The vehicle-related service area is where the
service occurs. In businesses with service windows, such as coffee shops, the vehicle-related
service area starts at the service window. In businesses where the service occurs i ndoors, such as
car washes, the vehicle-related service area is the area within the building where the service occurs.
For other drive-through facilities, such as gas pumps, air compressors, vacuum cleaning stations,
the service area is the area where the vehicles are parked during the service. Other examples of
drive-through facilities include, but are not limited to, fast-food restaurants, banks, dry cleaners,
and pharmacies.
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(2) The regulations of this chapter apply only to the portions of the site development that
comprise the drive-through facility. The regulations apply to new developments, the addition of
drive-through facilities to existing developments, and the relocation of an existing business
operating a drive-through facility.
(3) Any property owner applying for a building permit, site development permit or a binding
site plan which proposes a drive-through facility shall submit a site plan of the drive-through
facility as part of the underlying permit application to the Director of Community and Economic
Development or designee. ,One copy of the map shall be submitted to the City in a digital or
electronic format as a Portable Document Format (PDF) (at a scale no greater than one inch to one
hundred feet) of the entire contiguous tract owned by the applicant. The site plan shall accurately
depict the proposed drive-through facility.
(4) In addition to the site plan, supporting documentation may be required to ensure
compliance with drive-through facility code standards, as determined by the Director of
Community and Economic Development or designee. Such documentation may include
information needed to determine the accuracy of materials provided (e.g. length of stacking lanes).
The Directors may return any incomplete or inaccurate application materials, including site plans,
submitted.
(5) Drive-through facilities lawfully established prior to passage of this code that do not meet
the requirements of this section shall be an established nonconforming use in accordance with
PMC 25.170. Modifications, enlargements, or expansions of such existing facilities may be
permitted, provided the applicant meets all requirements of this chapter. Nothing in this Chapter
shall be construed as permitting any violation of any applicable building or fire code.
25.176.030 Setbacks.
All drive-through facilities shall comply with the setback requirements stated below.
(1) Service areas and stacking lanes must be set back a minimum of five feet from all lot lines.
(2) Service areas and stacking lanes must be set back five feet from all public transportation
rights of way such as sidewalks.
25.176.040 Location.
Applications submitted for drive-through facilities shall comply with the location requirements as
follows:
(1) Drive-through facilities shall not be permitted within 125 feet of a residentially zoned, or
Comprehensive Plan designated residential property.
(a) Measured as the entry point of the drive-through stacking lane to the nearest
driveway or other entry point of a residential property or subdivision (e.g. dedicated road).
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Where such residential property is undeveloped, the distance shall be measured to the edge
of the nearest property line.
(b) Distance between the two points shall be measured by calculating the shortest route
between the two points that can be achieved through lawful vehicular travel.
(2) Drive-through facilities shall not be approved within 300 feet of a signalized intersection
operating at a Level of Service (LOS) D or below or will cause the level of service to fall to a
Level of Service (LOS) D or below unless a traffic impact analysis has been submitted and
demonstrates that the use will not impair the efficiency or operation of the intersection.
(a) Measured as the distance between the entry point of the drive-through stacking lane
and the intersection centroid, or midpoint.
(b) Distance between the two points shall be measured by calculating the shortest route
between the two points that can be achieved through lawful vehicular travel.
(3) All driveway entrances, including stacking lane entrances, must be located at least 100 feet
from a public street intersection.
(a) Measured as the distance between the entry point to the facility and the public street
intersection centroid, or midpoint.
(b) Distance between the two points shall be measured by calculating the shortest route
between the two points that can be achieved through lawful vehicular travel.
(4) Drive-through facilities, including stacking lane entrances, must be located at least 100 feet
from adjacent drive-through facilities existing prior to the date of application of the new facility.
(a) Measured as the entry point from each drive-through facility.
(b) Shared entrances are permitted.
(c) Distance between the two points shall be measured by calculating the shortest route
between the two points that can be achieved through lawful vehicular travel.
(d) Where two applicants proposing new drive-through facilities within 150 feet are
submitted at the same time, the first applicant submitting a completed application shall be
considered an existing facility for the purposes of this section; provided, the existing
facility under this section timely obtains a permit.
(5) Drive-through facilities are not permitted in the Central Business District, C-2 Zoning
District.
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25.176.050 Parking and Circulation.
(1) Reciprocal access between abutting drive-through establishments shall be required where
feasible so that vehicles are not required to enter the public right-of-way to move from one area to
another on the same or adjacent site.
(2) Drive-through facilities shall provide separate queuing and circulation for drive-through
customers that does not interfere with or prohibit pedestrian traffic flow. Drive-through
establishments with a stacking lane between the establishment and its designated parking areas
shall provide at least one designated internal pedestrian crosswalks to facilitate walk-in or walk-
up pedestrian access, as described in PMC 25.176.060(9).
(3) For drive-through establishments only, a parking reduction of up to 50% may be approved
if the application clearly indicates that the establishment is for carry—out business only, with no
indoor dining. Parking reductions shall be approved by the Community and Economic
Development Department.
25.176.060 Vehicle Stacking Lane Standards.
These regulations ensure that there is adequate on-site maneuvering and traffic circulation, ensure
that stacking vehicles do not impede traffic, and that stacking lanes will not have nuisance impacts
on abutting residential lands.
(1) Customer drive-through and stacking lanes shall provide pavement markings or directional
signage for vehicle access.
(2) The entry point of the stacking-through stacking lane shall be located as deep into the site
as possible.
(3) Customer drive-through stacking lanes shall have a minimum entrance approach width of
12 feet and a 25-foot turning radius at curves.
(4) Customer drive-through stacking lanes shall, at a minimum, provide the required capacity
as stated below for each respective use:
Use Capacity
Financial
Institutions
100 feet
Coffee –
Indoor seating
180 feet
Pharmacy 60 feet
Espresso –
Stand Alone <
500 sq.ft.
180 feet
Restaurants 200 feet
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(5) Applicants may apply for and be granted a reduced stacking lane capacity from the
requirements of PMC 25.176.060 where sufficient evidence is submitted and accepted that
demonstrates that a reduction will not impair access or safety on site and within 300 feet of the site
on adjacent public rights-of-way. Documentation shall include the most currently available traffic
counts (no older than 2 years), level of service, operational efficiency, and customer projections.
Information must be verified during annual business license renewal.
(6) Customer drive-through stacking lanes shall be measured from the center of the last service
window to the entry point of the lane.
(7) The drive-through stacking lane shall be situated so that any overflow from the stacking
lane does not overflow onto a public street or aisleway of any parking lot.
(8) The drive-through stacking lane shall not disrupt any public or private sidewalk, pedestrian
pathway, or accessway. Where the stacking lane intersects an internal sidewalk, pedestrian
pathway, or accessway, as required under PMC 25.176.050(2), raised or decorative pavement and
signage shall be provided.
25.176.070 Noise.
(1) Noise emitted from drive-through speakers shall not escape beyond the boundaries of the
site in excess of those limits established by PMC 9.130.
(2) The noise, exhaust fumes and lighting impacts of automobiles on adjacent residential
properties as they queue to wait for drive-through services shall be minimized to the maximum
extent practical through the installation of six foot high, sight obscuring, fencing constructed of
masonry, vinyl or wood fencing along with other sound dampening with landscaping along any
residential property line that is exposed to the drive-through or by the enclosure of the drive-
through facility facing such residential property line. Any business containing a drive-through
facility must also comply with the Landscaping Standards of PMC 25.180.050. In the event any
conflict arises, the provisions in this Chapter shall apply with respect to the drive through facility
area of the commercial establishment.
Use Capacity
Self-Service
Carwashes
60 feet
Full-Service
Carwashes
140 feet for single bay facilities of 60 feet at each bay of
multi-bay facilities
Gasoline
Stations
40 feet
Other Capacity requirements determined on an individual basis and
shall require supplemental documentation, including the most
currently available traffic counts (no older than 2 years), level
of service, operational efficiency, and customer projections.
as determined necessary by the Department.
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(3) Use of sound attenuation walls and landscaping, including a minimum six-foot-high, sight
obscuring fence, constructed of masonry, vinyl or wood, shall be constructed along said interior
property lines; provided, such fences comply with the required setback requirements when
adjacent to or abutting a residentially used, zoned or Comprehensive Plan properties.
(4) Alternative measures designed to mitigate noise impacts may be permitted as authorized
by the Director of Community & Economic Development, where demonstrated through a noise
mitigation study conducted by a qualified professional that such mitigation measures adequately
provide compliance with PMC 9.130.
(5) The application shall provide information that the establishment can and will remain
compliant with the environmental noise level regulations of Pasco Municipal Code 9.130. To the
extent these regulations conflict with the noise PMC 9.130, the more restrictive regulations shall
apply.
Section 2. 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.
Section 3. 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 6. 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
_____________, 2025.
_____________________________
Pete Serrano Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________________ ___________________________
Debra Barham, MMC Kerr Ferguson Law, PLLC
City Clerk City Attorney
Published: _________________________
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council April 25, 2025
TO: Dave Zabell, Interim City Manager City Council Workshop
Meeting: 4/28/25
FROM: Richa Sigdel, Deputy City Manager
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: Transportation Impact Fee Study - Fehr & Peers (15 minute staff
presenation)
I. ATTACHMENT(S):
Presentation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Presentation
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
Not Applicable
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
The purpose of the study is to assess the financial impact of new developments
on City of Pasco’s (City's) transportation infrastructure. Transportation Impact
Fees (TIF) ensure that new growth funds its share of transportation facilities
adequate to serve new growth and development and avoid degradation in level of
service to all residents. The City has recently tried supplement the shortcomings
of the current and inadequate TIF ordinance by relying on proportionate shares to
fund critical transportation projects through SEPA which has proven to be an
unreliable and sometime inconsistent approach. This study is part of a long-term
strategy to create a more sustainable growth model for the City’s transportation
network.
The City's current TIF applies to all development west of 20th Avenue. This fee
was implemented in March, 2005 and then updated in February, 2009. The
impact fee has not been updated since 2009, creating challenges for the City to
fund the construction of adequate transportation infrastructure, and assure new
growth is adequately mitigating its impacts. Since its inception, the City has
collected close to $6 million in traffic impact fees.
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Current Traffic Impact Fees
Residential developments $709.00
Multifamily units $435.00
Commercial $43.00 per daily vehicle trip
The Traffic Impact Fee Study is being conducted by Fehr & Peers. Efforts began
in November, 2022 and stalled in November, 2023. The effort restarted with the
aim of completing the study and adopting recommendations by March, 2025.
Below are some key tasks that need to be completed in this effort.
1. Review and update transportation project list - Derived from Transportation
Improvement Plan (TIP) and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that has
been created over six public outreaches and Council review and approval.
2. Confirm growth estimates - Update the commercial and industrial growth
estimates that was done in 2022-2023 timeline.
3. Determine share of trips attributable to growth and further to specific TIF
districts.
4. Calculate TIF rate and update fee schedule
5. Outreach - Two (2) meetings with Developers, one (1) meeting with public
at-large, and two (2) in-person Council meeting updates.
Staff received Council guidance and approval on this proposed path forward.
Staff has developed a potential project list based on the approved Transportation
System Master Plan, Transportation Improvement Plan, and Capital Improvement
Plan. Fehr & Peers has provided further review and input on the list.
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DISCUSSION:
The needs of a growing City like ours is significant, however, City staff have worked
diligently to produce a project list that facilitates reasonable increase in fees while
funding the most critical projects needed to ensure a satisfactory transportation
system needed to accommodate the growth. Below is a table with list of projects
included in this fee study.
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It is important to keep in mind that the TIF is calculated per vehicle trip generated
during the PM peak hour, which is determined by (a) the use of the property, (b) the
location of the property, and (c) based on trip generation data from the Institute of
Transportation Engineers. Currently, a single family residential is .94 PM peak hour
trip. Hence, if the residence was to be built within the North District, TIF fee is
estimated to be $2,082.89.
With above projects in mind and significant traffic modeling completed by Fehr &
Peers, options available for Council's review and direction are as follows.
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1. Two District Program
North - $2,215.84
Remaining City - $1,651.89
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2. Five District Program
North - $2,215.84
West - $1,395.77
South - $3,862.46
Central - $2,694.78
East - $812.06
Kendra Breiland, Principal and Jessica Brackin, Senior Transportation
Engineer/Planner at Fehr & Peers, the consultant for this effort will be presenting
draft results of the Transportation Impact Fee analysis effort. Staff is looking for
policy direction for Council. Next steps will be public outreach during May and
planned adoption in late May or early June.
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Transportation Impact
Fee (TIF)
April 28, 2025
Pasco City Council
Workshop
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Tonight’s Discussion
Background Review
"Service Area"or "District"Options
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Background Review
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List of Projects
Capacity Projects
Portion Due to New
Growth
Cost Allocated to
Impact Fees
Eligible Cost
Growth in Trips
Cost Per Trip allocated
to Impact fees
Non-Capacity Projects
(maintenance/safety-
only)
Portion Due to Existing
Deficiency
Cost Paid by City or
Others
TIF Project list identified from adopted TIP.
Projects evaluated for impact fee eligibility. Non-capacity investments/ maintenance/ improvements are removed
From remaining projects, projects or portions of project addressing existing deficiency and non city growth are removed.
Remaining eligible program cost is divided by Pasco’s expected growth in PM peak hour trips for next 20 years.
Development of Fee
Schedule for Land Uses Development of fee schedule to associate trip rate to individual land uses either citywide or within "service areas" or districts.
TIF Required Methodology:
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Eligible Impact Fee Cost Calculation
Project
Cost*
1- Existing
Deficiency
Percentage
Percentage
of Growth
within City
Impact Fee
Eligible
Cost
To ensure that impact fees have a strong nexus with development
projects, the City may establish multiple geographic service areas or
districts for the updated TIF program.
*Project Cost can
include consideration
for other potential or
anticipated funding
sources.
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Pasco’s Current TIF Program
Established by Ordinance 3719 in 2005
Updated by Ordinance 3905 in 2009
PMC Chapter 3.40 & 3.35.230
Development Type Fee
Residential
Development
(Single Family Detached)
$709.00/unit
Multifamily $435.00/unit
Commercial $43.00/daily vehicle trip
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TIF Rates in Washington
In 2024 MRSC compared TIF rates of 74 cities and 5 counties in Washinton
State
•Citywide rates ranged from $907 - $15,427 per PM Peak Hour Trip
•Average Rate was $5,717
Neighboring City Programs
•Richland –$1,816 - $4,952 per PM Peak Hour Trip
•Kennewick –$434 - $1,692 per PM Peak Hour Trip
•West Richland – $1,935 per PM Peak Hour Trip
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Kennewick
$1,692
$1,108
$1,267
$434
Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4
Cost Per Trip
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$2,647 $2,453
$4,952
$1,816
Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4
Cost Per Trip
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Pasco TIF Update Schedule Milestones
Develop
Prelim TIF
Project List
January
Council
Updates
February-
March
TIF
Analysis
February
Council
Meeting
March 17
Draft Rate
Calculation
March-April
Council
Meeting
April 28
Outreach
April-May
Finalize
Report
June
Council for
Approval
June
Pasco TIF Update Schedule Milestones - 2025
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Proposed TIF Project List
11
Pasco TIF Project List
1 Rd 40 E Extension
2 Burns Rd Extension
3 Road 76 Overpass
4 Sandifur Pkwy/Rd 76
5 Burden Blvd/Rd 60
6 Burden Rd/Madison Ave
7 Burden Rd/Rd 44
8 Lewis St/Heritage Blvd
9 Rainier Ave/Kartchner St
10 Sandifur Pkwy/Rd 84
11 Rd 76 Improvements
12 Sandifur Pkwy/Convention Dr
13 Argent Rd Widening (Phase 4)
14 Court Street/Road 60
15 Burns Rd Extension to Glade Road
16 Harris Rd/Crescent Rd Overpass
17 I-182/Broadmoor Blvd I/C
18 Burns Rd/Rd 68
19 Court Street/Road 100
20 Harris Rd Realignment
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District Options
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TIF Service Areas/Districts
TIF districts is a defined subarea of the city that is assessed a specific impact based on the
estimated growth of a subarea and the impact of that growth on the TIF project list.
•Clarification: Growth within a district can and usually has impact on projects outside of district
boundary because people travel across district boundaries.
District boundaries should be logical considering:
•The relative impact of estimated growth in regions of the city
•The location of district boundaries at separating features such as limited access highways,
railroads, topographic features, and/or land use and zoning classifications to minimize “edge
issues” (such as developments near each other having different rates without a reason)
TIF districts are most applicable for larger and less uniform/homogeneous cities like Pasco.
Richland and Kennewick have implemented districts into their TIF program.
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Impact Fee Cost Calculation Example:
Rainier Ave & Kartchner St Intersection Improvements
TIF Project
Cost
($1.7M)
1- Existing
Deficiency
Percentage
(22%)
Percentage
of Growth
within City
(83%)
Impact Fee
Eligible
Cost
($306K)
13% of total
project cost
*Project Cost can
include consideration
for other potential or
anticipated funding
sources.
Total Project Cost ($2.4M)
This is done for each TIF project, and the
proportion of cost is assigned to each
district based on relative impact.
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Two District Program
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District TIF Rate
North $2,215.84
Remaining City $1,651.89
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Five District Program
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District TIF Rate
North $2,215.84
West $1,395.77
South $3,862.46
Central $2,694.78
East $812.06
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Two District Program
Pros: Relatively simple program (only two zones),
reflects the higher impacts of developments in
North Pasco
Cons: Potential edge issues discouraging
development in North Pasco
Five District Program
Pros: Can be set to reflect development’s impacts
at more precise level throughout Pasco
Cons: More complex program (multiple zones);
more potential edge issues as rates vary across the
city
District TIF Rate
North $2,215.84
Remaining City $1,651.89
District TIF Rate
North $2,215.84
West $1,395.77
South $3,862.46
Central $2,694.78
East $812.06
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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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