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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001.02.20 Council Minutes MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 20, 2001 CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Michael L. Garrison, Mayor. ROLL CALL: By Deputy City Clerk. Councilmembers present: Joe Jackson, Chris Jensen, Dan Lathim, Rebecca Francik, and Carl Strode. Councilmember(s) absent: Charles Kilbury. Also present: Gary Crutchfield, City Manager; Leland B. Kerr, City Attorney; Stan Strebel, Administrative & Community Services Director; Erin Forrest, City Engineer; Dave McDonald, City Planner; Jim Chase, Finance Manager; Denis Austin, Police Chief; Richard Smith, Community & Economic Dev. Director; Tim Arntzen, Management Assistant; and Kurt Luhrs, Personnel Manager. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT AGENDA: MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Mr. Jensen seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. Consent items are as follows: A) Approval of Minutes: To approve minutes of the Regular Meeting held February 5, 2001. B) Bills and Communications: To approve General Claims in the amount of $511,254388 ($10,615.54 being in the form of Wire Transfer No. 3553; and $500,639.34 consisting of Claim Warrants numbered 124016 through 124232). Bad Debt Write-offs: To approve bad debt write-offs for utility billing, ambulance, miscellaneous, cemetery and Municipal Court non-criminal, criminal and parking accounts receivable in the total amount of $111,272.17, and of that amount, authorize $106,541.31 be turned over for collection. C) Design Services Agreement, Plan and Budget for Golf_ Course Restaurant Renovation: To ratify the City Manager's approval of the professional services agreement with SCM Consultants in the amount of $30,086 for design services for renovation improvements and for hazardous materials inspection at the Sun Willows Golf Course restaurant/clubhouse. To approve the Golf Course restaurant/clubhouse renovation plan and budget in the amount of$380,000 and, further, to make the election that the City be responsible for completion of the renovation improvements. D) Amendment No. 1 to the Landau & Associates Professional Services Agreement for the Hydrogeological Characterization Study: To authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Landau & Associates Professional Services Agreement. -1- MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 20, 2001 E) Amended Cooperative Agreement with the Port of Pasco for the Ainsworth Overpass: To approve the amended cooperative agreement with the Port of Pasco and, further, to authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement. F) Professional Services Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc., for the Water filtration Plan Backwash Improvements: To approve the professional services agreement for the Water Filtration Plant Backwash Improvements not to exceed $85,200 plus direct costs from S & B, Inc. G) Professional Services Agreement with Permit Surveying for Vertical Datum Monumentation: To approve the professional services agreement for Vertical Datum Monumentation not to exceed $50,000. H) Resolution No. 2571: To approve Resolution No. 2571, accepting the work performed by Sierra Electric, Inc., for the Sylvester @ 241' Avenue School Crossing, Project No. 00-4-03. I) Resolution No. 2572: To approve Resolution No. 2572, accepting the work performed by The Vanderford Company, Inc., for the Senior Center Remodel Project. J) Resolution No. 2573: To approve Resolution No. 2573, regarding the restrictive covenant on city-owned real property located on Commercial Avenue. PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS: None. VISITORS: None. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS: Good Roads Association: Ms. Francik reported that she attended meetings with the City Manager in Olympia regarding issues important to the City. She expressed concern that the Legislators don't seem convinced that a gas tax increase should be approved by the legislature this year. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Annexation of Road 100 Area (MF #00-11-A): Mr. David McDonald, City Planner, addressed Council and noted for the record that notice of the public hearing was mailed to property owners involved, published and posted as required by law. Mr. McDonald explained that property owners within the Road 100 area submitted a petition requesting annexation to the City, which, if accepted will cause the property in question to be subject to the following conditions: The Comprehensive Plan of the City will continue to be applicable to the area; the annexation area will not assume any existing bonded indebtedness; the annexation area will be assigned to Voting District #4; and the area will be zoned RS-12 and RS-20 as previously determined by the Council. -2- MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 20, 2001 MAYOR GARRISON DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO CONSIDER ANNEXATION OF THE ROAD 100 AREA. Mr. Tom Hughes, of 2904 Road 84, asked what the cost would be per property owner for an LID? Mr. Crutchfield explained that there is no prescribed cost. The cost is dependent on the cost of the project at completion of the LID and possibly the size of the property. Ms. Margaret Patchett, of 10312 W. Court St., asked if a septic system of a County resident fails, and their property runs along a trunk line, would they have the option of rebuilding their septic system or connecting to the City trunk line? Mayor Garrison explained that it's Council's policy that if you are not a City resident you are not eligible to connect to the sewer system. Mr. Jack Towne, of 10321 Willow Way, spoke in opposition to the proposed annexation and felt he would receive no benefit from being annexed into the City. Ms. Patchett asked how long the requirement for curb, gutters and sidewalks would be held in abeyance after annexation. Mr. Crutchfield explained that six years ago Council decided that it was best to respect the established street standards in the Riverview area, which would exclude the installation of curb, gutters and sidewalks, with the exception of major streets and school zones or where there is a demonstrated safety problem. Mr. Allen Brecke, of 11316 W. Court St., spoke in support of the proposed annexation. Mr. Brecke explained that he was part of the committee that solicited signatures for the petition for annexation; they would have gathered more, but the committee decided that having approximately 64% in signatures was enough and stopped. Mr. Lindy Sandlin, of 11200 W. Court St., spoke in opposition to the proposed annexation. Mr. Duncan Campbell, of 10208 Willow Way, questioned if the fire station at Road 68 would be closed as discussed earlier in the year? Mr. Crutchfield explained that the closure of the fire station at Road 68 was an option presented to Council as a possible way to maintain a balanced budget in view of the requirements of I-722 after it's passage by the voters; that option was not implemented due to the legal challenge of I-722. Annexation of the neighborhood would probably make closure of the Road 68 Station less likely in the future Mr. Frank Armijo, of Road 100 and Court Street, after property of his on Road 44 was annexed he experienced a reduction in taxes and the property still uses a septic system. Mr. Armijo supported the proposed annexation. Ms. Joann Shadell, of 10616 W. Court St., spoke in favor of the annexation. -3- MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 20, 2001 Mr. Gary Hickman, of 10212 Willow Way, asked if it was policy of the City to extend sewer lines into areas not part of the City? Mayor Garrison explained that Council has adopted what is called an "Urban Growth Area", which includes the Riverview area. The sewer trunk line being installed down Court Street is for future expansion and development. Mr. Greg Moshier, of 10312 W. Court St., was concerned about the future density of development in the area proposed for annexation. Mr. McDonald explained that the density in the area would remain the same as predetermined by the Council. Ms. Laura Shenk, of 4516 Crescent Dr., asked what if residents several blocks away from an installed sewer line want to connect to the sewer, but residents in the blocks between them and the sewer line don't, what happens to those seeking to hook to the sewer? Mr. Crutchfield explained that those residents interested in connecting to sewer would be required to install another drain field, or an LID requiring sufficient support to be approved. Mr. John Enriques, of 10117 W. Court St., asked if Court Street would be returned to is present condition after the sewer trunk line is installed? Mr. Crutchfield explained that it's the City's intention to restore the street to its current condition as much as possible. Mr. Mike Hughes, of 8921 Whipple, asked what would have to happen to get a proposed annexation before the citizens for a vote of the people who reside there? Mr. Crutchfield explained that it takes a petition of a certain number of the electors residing in the designated area and then City Council approval of the process. Ms. Ann Montgomery, of 4016 Road. 96, spoke in favor the annexation because she needs sewer in order to develop her property in the Road 100 area. Mr. Pete Voordeporte, of 10512 W. Court St., spoke in favor of the annexation and looked forward to developing his property. Mr. Tom Morris, of 10804 Shady Lane, was opposed to annexation because he felt the impact on his property would be negative. Mr. Curtis Richards, 3104 Road 103, felt he didn't have a say about being annexed to the City. Mr. (unclear) Meyers, of 10910 W. Court, spoke in opposition of the proposed annexation. Mr. Greg Rupp, 10215 Maple, spoke in favor of the proposed annexation. Mr. Jack Towne felt the money being used to install sewer lines down Court Street should be used to improve Pasco. -4- MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 20, 2001 Mr. Crutchfield explained that the money used to install sewer lines is from the Utility Fund and the money in that fund can only be used for that purpose. Ms. Margaret Patchett asked if ambulance service would be different once annexation has occurred. Mr. Crutchfield explained that unincorporated residents are charged more than incorporated residents. Following three (3) calls from Mayor Garrison for comments from the floor, either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. ORDINANCE NO. 3462 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ANNEXATION AND ANNEXING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF PASCO. MOTION: Ordinance No. 3462, was read by title only. Mr. Jensen moved to adopt Ordinance No. 3462, annexing certain real property to the City of Pasco. Mr. Lathim seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATED TO PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCE NO. 3463 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO CONTRACTING INDEBTEDNESS; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $6,900,000 PAR VALUE OF LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION AND REFUNDING BONDS, 2001, OF THE CITY TO (A) PROVIDE FUNDS WITH WHICH TO PAY AND REDEEM THE CITY'S OUTSTANDING LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, 1999, (B) PROVIDE FUNDS WITH WHICH TO PAY THE COST OF ADVANCE REFUNDING A PORTION OF THE CITY'S OUTSTANDING LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, 1994, SERIES B, AND (C) PAY THE ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS OF SUCH REFUNDING AND THE COSTS OF ISSUANCE AND SALE OF SUCH BONDS; FIXING THE DATE, FORM, MATURITIES, INTEREST RATES, TERMS AND COVENANTS OF THE BONDS; PROVIDING FOR AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN OBLIGATIONS OUT OF THE PROCEEDS OF THE SALE OF THE BONDS HEREIN AUTHORIZED AND FOR THE USE AND APPLICATION OF THE MONEY DERIVED FROM THOSE INVESTMENTS; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH CHASE NATIONAL CORPORATE SERVICES, INC. OF SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, AS REFUNDING TRUSTEE; PROVIDING FOR THE CALL, PAYMENT AND REDEMPTION OF THE OUTSTANDING BONDS TO BE REFUNDED; PROVIDING FOR BOND INSURANCE; ESTABLISHING A BOND REDEMPTION FUND; AND APPROVING THE SALE AND PROVIDING FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE BONDS TO BANC OF AMERICA SECURITIES LLC OF SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. -5- MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 20, 2001 MOTION: Ordinance No. 3463, was read by title only. Ms. Francik moved to adopt Ordinance No. 3463, an ordinance authorizing the issuance of $6,900,000 Limited General Obligation Bonds and Refunding Bonds, 2001 of the City to (a) provide funds with which to pay and redeem the City's outstanding Limited Tax General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes, 1999, (b) provide funds with which to pay the cost of advance refunding a portion of the City's Outstanding Limited Tax General Obligation Bonds, 1994, Series B, and (c) pay the administrative costs of such refunding and the costs of the issuance and sale of such bonds; and all other matters associated with the sales of these bonds, and approving the sale and providing for the delivery of the bonds to Banc of America Securities LLC of Seattle, Washington. Mr. Jensen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2574 A RESOLUTION DECLARING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY SURPLUS MOTION: Resolution No. 2574, was read by title only. Ms. Francik moved to approve Resolution No. 2574, declaring surplus the old City Hall/Fire Station properties. Mr. Strode seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Joint Litigation Agreement for FFTF: MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to table action on the Joint Litigation Agreement for FFTF until Monday, March 5, 2001. Mr. Jensen seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: New Center Pivot for the Process Water Reuse Facility: MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to approve the purchase of a new center pivot for Circle 7 at the Reuse Facility spray fields from Valmont NW in the amount of $54,233.95 including sales tax. Mr. Strode seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS - INCLUDING SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL: Executive Session: Mayor Garrison recessed to an executive session at 8:47 p.m., for approximately 30 minutes, for the purpose of establishing the sale price or lease amount of real estate; review the performance of a City employee; discuss enforcement actions with legal counsel; discuss litigation or potential litigation with legal counsel. Mayor Garrison reconvened the regular meeting at 9:15 p.m. City Manager Merit Award: MOTION: Mr. Jensen moved to authorize a performance merit award of $8,000 for the City Manager Gary Crutchfield for CY2000. Mr. Lathim seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. -6-