HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026.09.14 Council MinutesMINUTES
City Council Workshop Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, September 14, 2026
Pasco City Hall, Council Chambers & Microsoft Teams Webinar
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Charles Grimm, Mayor.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: David Milne, Charles Grimm, Joe Cotta, Leo Perales,
Calixto Hernandez, Abel Campos, and Mark Figueroa
Councilmembers attending remotely: Leo Perales
Councilmembers absent: None
Staff present: Harold Stewart, City Manager; Richa Sigdel, Deputy City Manager;
Angela Pashon, Interim Parks & Recreation Director; Kevin Crowley, Craig
Raymond, Deputy Community & Economic Development Director; Sara Matzen,
Human Resources Director; Bill Crane, Interim IT Director; Brent Cook, Police
Chief; Maria Serra, Public Works Director; and Krystle Shanks, Deputy City Clerk
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
VERBAL REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
Mr. Cotta reported attending the Pasco Prevention Network meeting, which focuses
on promoting healthy behaviors and positive norms for youth. He noted the
participation of school district leaders and a presentation by a Drug Enforcement
Administration representative regarding potentially harmful substances in products
marketed to youth.
Mr. Hernandez reported attending the Fiery Foods Festival in downtown Pasco. He
read the event proclamation in Spanish, while Mayor Grim read the proclamation in
English. He noted the event was well attended and provided an opportunity to
reconnect with community members.
Mr. Figueroa reported participating in a youth civic education workshop hosted by the
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Big Boy Joe Foundation. He discussed local government and the importance of youth
civic and Council City attend meetings, students encouragedengagement, to
discussed voter preregistration opportunities for individuals age 16 and older.
Mayor Grimm reported attending a Ben Franklin Transit Board of Directors meeting,
where the Board reviewed performance measures and ridership information. He noted
increased ridership associated with the Ben Franklin Fair and Rodeo.
Mr. Perales reported attending the Fiery Foods Festival and commended Pasco
Police Department and Parks and Recreation staff for their work on the event. He also
attended a Pasco High School varsity football game.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION WITH OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
Resolution - Adoption of the Franklin County Solid Waste Management Plan
Ms. Serra introduced Deputy Public Works Director Mary Heather Ames and
Wendy Mifflin of Herrera Environmental Consultants, who presented the proposed
Franklin County Solid Waste Management Plan.
Ms. Mifflin provided an overview of the plan, which was developed jointly by the
City of Pasco and Franklin County through an interlocal agreement and reviewed
by the Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) and applicable state agencies.
The plan establishes four primary goals: infrastructure and systems, economic
sustainability, education and outreach, and outside influences. Strategies include
waste prevention and reduction, recycling and organics, system enhancements,
and compliance with applicable requirements.
Shirley Jones, Franklin County, stated that she was impressed with the work
performed by the consultant and SWAC, noting that the committee reviewed the
plan school and district, thebusinesses, from representationincluded and
municipalities. She expressed support for moving it forward.
Mr. Thompson, a member of SWAC, stated that the committee worked diligently
through for ready was planresultingand believed questions difficult the
consideration by the Council.
Mr. Perales stated that he reviewed the plan and specifically noted the recycling
and waste-reduction provisions. He referenced the anticipated need for curbside
recycling and organics collection requirements and thanked the presenters for the
presentation.
Mayor Grimm called for public comments three (3) times and no one came
forward to speak.
Presentation - Goodwin Annexation (ANX 2026-002)
Mr. Raymond presented an overview of the proposed Goodwin annexation.He
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reported that on May 22, 2026, Daisy Harris of Core States, on behalf of Larry
and Melvina Goodwin, submitted a notice of intent to commence annexation
proceedings. The property consists of approximately six acres within the
Broadmoor master plan boundary between Harris Road and Highway 182.
Staff outlined the steps completed in the annexation process:
1.Staff received and reviewed the notice of intent.
2.On July 20, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 4765 accepting
the notice of intention.
3.On July 21, 2026, the City received the formal 60-percent petition.
4.The County Assessor verified the sufficiency of the signatures and
ownership information.
Mr. Raymond stated that the City Council is scheduled to conduct a public hearing
on September 21, 2026, to receive public testimony and potentially take final
action on the annexation request.
He also explained that the zoning process is proceeding concurrently and would
be addressed under the following agenda item.
Mayor Grimm called for public comments three (3) times and no one came
forward to speak.
Ordinance – Establishing R-3 (Medium-Density Residential) Zoning for the
Goodwin Annexation (ZD2026-001)
Mr. Raymond presented the proposed R-3 medium-density residential zoning
designation for the Goodwin annexation.
He explained that zoning matters generally proceed through a hearing examiner
process, with the hearing examiner conducting a public hearing and making a
recommendation to the City Council. The Council may conduct an additional
public hearing if it determines additional review is warranted.
The subject property is identified as medium-density residential on the future land
use map. The proposed R-3 zoning would be consistent with surrounding zoning,
including existing R-3 property to the west, RS-12 property to the south, and RT
residential transitional zoning to the north.
Staff is working toward having the zoning ordinance considered on the same
agenda as the annexation action in order to streamline the process for both the
applicant and staff.
Mayor Grimm called for public comments three (3) times and no one came
forward to speak.
Ordinance - Essential Public Facilities (EPF), Secure Community Transition
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Facilities (SCTFs), and Less Restrictive Alternative (LRA) Housing Code
Update
Mr. Raymond introduced City Attorney Drew Pollum, who provided an update on
proposed regulations for Essential Public Facilities (EPFs), Secure Community
Transition Facilities (SCTFs), and Less Restrictive Alternative (LRA) housing. He
reviewed proposed definitions, siting and separation standards, public safety
requirements, the hearing examiner process, and legal considerations related to
the City's ability to regulate these facilities. He noted that the current draft
includes a 1,000-foot buffer from identified risk-potential activities and that the
Department of Commerce had raised concerns regarding the use of the term
"deny."
Council discussed the following:
The role of the hearing examiner and whether the City Council should
serve as the final decision-maker;
The cumulative effect and legal defensibility of the proposed regulations;
Separation requirements between facilities;
Public safety and operational requirements;
The need for additional public outreach;
The City's potential "fair share" of facilities; and coordination with Richland,
Kennewick, and West Richland on a regional approach.
Council reached consensus to direct staff to include a 1,000-foot separation
between facilities and to continue developing the proposed regulations consistent
with state law and the City's legal authority. Council also expressed support for
further discussion and clarification regarding safety-plan requirements and the
hearing examiner process.
Mayor Grimm called for public comments three (3) times and no one came
forward to speak.
*Resolution - Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Purchase and Sale
Agreement to Purchase Tract A of Barker Heights Subdivision
Ms. Serra presented a proposed purchase and sale agreement for a parcel in the
Barker Heights subdivision to accommodate a future City irrigation pump station.
She explained that the City has been working with the South Columbia Irrigation
District and the property developer for approximately five years regarding the
pump station. The developer's preliminary plat reserves approximately one-third
of an acre adjacent to the end of the irrigation canal for the facility.
The proposed purchase price is $321,623.84, or approximately $22.65 per square
foot. The purchase price reflects frontage improvements to be constructed by the
developer, including roadway, lighting, fire hydrant, sidewalk, driveway, and
landscaping improvements.
The City intends to construct the pump station before the surrounding residential
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development is completed in order to minimize disruption.
Mayor Grimm called for public comments three (3) times and no one came
forward to speak.
Resolution - Professional Services Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc.
for the Road 76 Overpass Project
Ms. Serra introduced Engineering Manager, Andrey Avetisyan, who presented a
proposed professional services agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for the
Road 76 Overpass Project. The City secured approximately $3.8 million in federal
funding through BFCOG. The project will connect Road 76 between Burden
Boulevard and Chapel Hill Boulevard with an overpass over Interstate 182,
including roadway, pedestrian and bicycle improvements and a traffic signal at
Burden Boulevard/Road 76.
The proposed agreement is approximately $2.8 million for design and right-of-way
services. HDR was selected from seven consultant submittals.
benefits, safety and transportation regional the discussedCouncil project's
significance, funding efforts, and the absence of freeway on- and off-ramps due to
the proximity of the existing Road 68 interchange.
Mayor Grimm expressed strong support for the project, noting its importance to
West Pasco, potential to improve traffic flow and safety, and the collaborative
efforts of City staff and regional partners in securing funding. He also recognized
the project's high ranking through BFCOG's evaluation process.
Mayor Grimm called for public comments three (3) times and no one came
forward to speak.
MISCELLANEOUS COUNCIL DISCUSSION
Fiery Foods Festival
people City Manager/Manager Stewart reported that approximately 2,500–3,000
attended the Fiery Foods Festival and thanked the vendors, sponsors, community
partners, performers, and City staff who contributed to the event.
One Pasco / Axon Technology
Chief Cook provided an overview of the City's Axon technology and One Pasco
Connect program. He explained that private property owners may voluntarily register
cameras with the Police Department, allowing officers to identify nearby cameras and
request footage from the owner. Registration does not provide automatic access to
live video, and owners retain control over whether and when footage is shared.
Council discussed privacy, oversight, voluntary participation, system security and
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auditing, integration with other technologies, and the future scope of the program.
Council expressed interest in additional information and a future presentation to
provide greater transparency regarding the technology and its use.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:58 PM.
PASSED and APPROVED on October 5, 2026.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
Charles Grimm, Mayor Krystle Shanks, Deputy City Clerk
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