HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012.07.02 Council Minutes MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL JULY 2, 2012
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Matt Watkins, Mayor.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers present: Mike Garrison, Robert Hoffmann, Tom Larsen, Saul Martinez,
Matt Watkins and Al Yenney. Excused: Rebecca Francik.
Staff present: Gary Crutchfield, City Manager; Leland Kerr, City Attorney; Stan Strebel,
Deputy City Manager; Richard Terway, Administrative & Community Services Director;
Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director; Ahmad Qayoumi, Public
Works Director; Jim Raymond, Police Captain; Carleen Hanscom, Recreation Services
Manager and Nolan Harper, Lead Recreation Specialist.
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT AGENDA:
(a) Approval of Minutes:
Minutes of the Pasco City Council Meeting dated June 18, 2012.
(b) Bills and Communications:
To approve General Claims in the amount of$988,292.59 ($146,859.14 in the form of
Electronic Fund Transfer Nos. 10381, 10429 and 10430; and$841,433.45 in the form of
Wire Transfer Nos. 1213, 1214, 1219, 1220 and 1221; and Claim Warrants numbered
188324 through 188495).
To approve Payroll Claims in the amount of$3,027,772.54, Voucher Nos. 44093 through
44353 and 80160 through 80169; and EFT Deposit Nos. 30052346 through 30053206.
(c) Resolution No. 3408, a Resolution of the City of Pasco, Washington calling upon
state and federal lawmakers to resolve conflicts between state and federal law concerning
the possession of marijuana. Removed from Consent Agenda and moved to Item 8(b).
To approve Resolution No. 3408, calling upon state and federal lawmakers to resolve
conflicts between state and federal laws concerning the possession of marijuana.
MOTION: Mr. Garrison moved to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. Mr.
Martinez seconded. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote.
PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:
Mayor Watkins presented Certificates of Appreciation for June 2012 "Yard of the
Month"to:
David and Marianne Ophardt, 10405 W. Maple Drive
Gene and Connie Russell, 324 N. 6th Avenue
Allen and Erika Loe, 1740 N. 15th Avenue
David and Marie Schiefelbein, 1015 Christopher Lane
Mayor Watkins presented a Certificate of Appreciation for June 2012 "Business of the
Month Appearance Award"to:
Maverik, 5505 Road 68
Mayor Watkins presented a Proclamation to Nolan Harper, Lead Recreation Specialist,
proclaiming July 2012"Parks &Recreation Month."
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REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS:
Mr. Garrison reported on the Tri-Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau Board meeting
Mr. Larsen reported on volunteer efforts at the new Second Harvest building.
Mr. Hoffmann attended an Open House at Avalon Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Mr. Martinez toured McFarland, CA, with the Mayor of that city.
Mayor Watkins enjoyed a BBQ at Chiawana Park and noted its excellent condition.
HEARINGS AND COUNCIL ACTION ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
RELATING THERETO:
Special Permit Appeal (MF# SP2012-007) Expanding the Capacity of a Preschool in
an R-S-20 Zone.
Mr. Kerr explained the process of a Closed Record Appeal.
MAYOR WATKINS DECLARED THE CLOSED RECORD HEARING OPEN.
Council and staff discussed the record.
MAYOR WATKINS DECLARED THE CLOSED RECORD HEARING CLOSED.
Resolution No.3409, a Resolution accepting the Planning Commission's
recommendation and approving a special permit to expand the capacity of a
permitted preschool at 1800 Road 72.
MOTION: Mr. Garrison moved to approve Resolution No. 3409, approving a special
permit for the expansion of a preschool in an existing church at 1800 Road 72 as
recommended by the Planning Commission. Mr. Hoffmann seconded. Motion carried by
the following Roll Call vote: Yes—Watkins, Yenney, Garrison, Hoffmann, Martinez. No
—Larsen.
Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan 2013-2018.
Mr. Qayoumi explained the details of the Six-Year TIP.
MAYOR WATKINS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED
6 YEAR TIP.
FOLLOWING THREE CALLS FOR COMMENTS,EITHER FOR OR AGAINST,AND THERE BEING
NONE,MAYOR WATKINS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED.
Resolution No. 3410, a Resolution adopting the revised and extended
Comprehensive Street, Storm Drain and Bridge Programs for the City of Pasco.
MOTION: Mr. Garrison moved to approve Resolution No. 3410, thereby adopting the
City's Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan for 2013-2018. Mr. Martinez
seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS:
Resolution No.3411, a Resolution accepting the Planning Commission's
recommendation and approving a special permit for the expansion of the Franklin
County Courthouse and Correctional Facility.
Mr. White explained the details of the special permit.
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MOTION: Mr. Garrison moved to approve Resolution No. 3411, approving a special
permit to expand the Courthouse and Correctional Facility as recommended by the
Planning Commission. Mr. Martinez seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
Resolution No. 3408, a Resolution of the City of Pasco,Washington calling upon
state and federal lawmakers to resolve conflicts between state and federal law
concerning the possession of marijuana.
MOTION: Mr. Garrison moved to approve Resolution No. 3408, calling upon state and
federal lawmakers to resolve conflicts between state and federal laws concerning the
possession of marijuana. Mr. Yenney seconded. Motion carried 4-2. No—Larsen,
Hoffmann.
NEW BUSINESS:
Professional Services Agreement with HDR Engineering,Inc. for Heritage Railspur
Project:
MOTION: Mr. Garrison moved to approve the Professional Services Agreement with
HDR Engineering, Inc., authorizing engineering services on a time and material basis not
to exceed $53,612.00 for the Heritage Railspur Project and, further, authorize the Mayor
to sign the agreement. Mr. Yenney seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION:
Mayor Watkins reminded everyone of the upcoming July 4th activities.
Mr. Hoffmann clarified his position on the medical marijuana garden issue.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Council adjourned to Executive Session at 7:43 p.m. for approximately 20 minutes to
discuss sales price or lease amount of Real Estate and discuss litigation or potential
litigation with the City Manager and the City Attorney.
Mayor Watkins called the meeting back to order at 8:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
Matt Watkins, Mayor De I ra L. lark, City Cler
PASSED and APPROVED this 16th day of July, 2012.
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