HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014.11.03 Council Meeting PacketAGENDA
PASCO CITY COUNCH,
Regular Meeting 7:00 p.m. November 3, 2014
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL:
(a) Pledge of Allegiance
3. CONSENT AGENDA: All items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by
the City Council and will be enacted by roll call vote as one motion (in the form listed below).
There will be no separate discussion of these items. If further discussion is desired by
Councihnembers or the public, the item may be removed from the Consent Agenda to the Regular
Agenda and considered separately.
(a) Approval of Minutes:
1. Minutes of the Pasco City Council Meeting dated October 20, 2014.
(b) Bills and Communications: (A detailed listing of claims is available for review in the
Finance Manager's office.)
1. To approve claims in the total amount of $3,184,024.59.
(c) Tourism Promotion Area:
1. Agenda Report from Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager dated October 22, 2014.
2. Tourism Promotion Area - 2015 Budget and Marketing Plan (provided in Council
Packets only on 10/27/14).
3. Tourism Promotion Area - Budget Summary.
To approve the 2015 Marketing Plan and Operating Budget for the Tourism Promotion
Area in the total amount of $1,130,000.
(d) Lodging Tax Allocations:
1. Agenda Report from Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager dated October 20, 2014.
2. Lodging Tax Allocations - 2015 Requests.
3. Lodging Tax Allocations - Sources and Uses, 2011-2014.
4. Lodging Tax Allocations -Committee Minutes dated 10/14/14.
To approve the allocation of 2015 Lodging Tax receipts as recommended by the Lodging
Tax Advisory Committee minutes of October 14, 2104.
(e) Waiver of Sewer Utility Service Requirement (MF#USW2014-003):
1. Agenda Report from Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director
dated October 22, 2014.
2. Sewer Waiver -Vicinity Map.
3. Sewer Waiver - Overview Map.
4. Sewer Waiver -Proposed Utility Service Waiver Agreement.
To conditionally approve the sewer utility service waiver at 1006 Road 70 and, further,
authorize the City Manager to execute the waiver agreement.
(f) Columbia Raw Water Supply Professional Services Agreement Amendment No. 2 -
Murray, Smith and Associates:
1. Agenda Report from Ahmad Qayoumi, Public Works Director dated October 23, 2014,
2. Columbia Raw Water Supply Amendment No. 2 - Summary Sheet.
3. Columbia Raw Water Supply - Vicinity Map.
To approve the Amended Professional Services Agreement with Murray, Smith and
Associates, Inc., for the Columbia Water Supply, not to exceed $670,509.00 and, further,
authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
(g) Oregon Avenue Corridor Amendment No. 2 (PSA CH2MEM):
1. Agenda Report from Ahmad Qayoumi, Public Works Director dated October 20, 2014.
2. Oregon Avenue Corridor Amendment No. 2 - Summary Sheet.
3. Oregon Avenue Corridor - Vicinity Map.
To approve Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with CH2MHill,
continuing professional services with respect to the Oregon Avenue Corridor, in the amount
of $36,663 and, further, authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
Regular Meeting 2 November 3, 2014
(h) Oregon Avenue Corridor PSA Oversize Truck Turning Movements (PSA CH2MHilI):
1. Agenda Report from Ahmad Qayoumi, Public Works Director dated October 20, 2014.
2. Oregon Avenue Corridor PSA Truck Turning Movements — Summary Sheet.
3. Oregon Avenue Corridor PSA Truck Turning Movements — Vicinity Map.
To approve the Professional Services Agreement with CH2MHi11, continuing professional
services with respect to the Oregon Avenue Corridor, in the amount of $13,025 and,
further, authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
(i) Road 68 Corridor Improvements Amendment No. 1(PSA HD.1):
1. Agenda Report from Ahmad Qayoumi, Public Works Director dated October 20, 2014.
2. Road 68 Corridor Improvements Amendment No. 1 —Summary Sheet.
3. Road 68 Corridor Improvements —Vicinity Map.
To approve Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with HDJ, continuing
professional services with respect to the Road 68 Corridor Improvements, in the amount of
$31,461.30 and, further, authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
(j) Resolution No. 3596, a Resolution approving the 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan
for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships
(HOME) Programs.
1. Agenda Report from Angela Pitman, Block Grant Administrator dated October 21,
2014.
2. 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan — Proposed Resolution.
3. 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan — Outreach and Consultation Summary.
4. 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan — Planning Commission Minutes dated
10/16/14.
5. 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan — Draft Plan.
To approve Resolution No. 3596, approving the 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan.
(RC) MOTION: I move to approve the Consent Agenda as read.
4. PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:
(a)
(b)
(c)
5. VISITORS - OTHER THAN AGENDA ITEMS:
(a)
(b)
(c)
6. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS:
(a) Verbal Reports from Councilmembers
(b)
(c)
HEARINGS AND COUNCIL ACTION ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
RELATING THERETO:
(a) N Street Vacation (MF VAC2014-007) Portion of Road 92 in Coles Estates.
1. Agenda Report from Dave McDonald, City Planner dated October 28, 2014.
2. Street Vacation, Road 92 in Coles Estates — Overview Map.
3. Street Vacation, Road 92 in Coles Estates — Vicinity Map.
4. Street Vacation, Road 92 in Coles Estates — Proposed Ordinance.
CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING
Ordinance No. , an Ordinance vacating a portion of Road 92.
MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. , vacating Road 92 north of Majestia
Lane and, further, authorize publication by summary only.
Regular Meeting 3 November 3, 2014
8. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS:
(a) E Ordinance No. . an Ordinance of the City of Pasco, Washington, amending the
zoning classification of property located in the 9600 Block of Sandifur Parkway from C-1
(Retail Business) to CR (Regional Commercial).
1. Agenda Report from Dave McDonald, City Planner dated October 28, 2014.
2. Rezone, Sandifur Parkway - Vicinity Map.
3. Rezone, Sandifur Parkway- Proposed Ordinance.
4. Rezone, Sandifur Parkway - Report to the Planning Commission.
5. Rezone, Sandifur Parkway - Planning Commission Minutes dated 10/16/14.
MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. , rezoning property located in the 9600
Block of Sandifur Parkway from C-1 to CR and, further, authorize publication by summary
only.
(b) Resolution No. , a Resolution accepting a notice of intent (ten percent petition) to
commence annexation proceedings, providing a determination on the territory to be
annexed and whether simultaneous zoning and the assumption of bonded indebtedness will
be required.
1. Agenda Report from Dave McDonald, City Planner dated October 29, 2014.
2. Sharma Annexation - Overview Map.
3. Sharma Annexation - Vicinity Map.
4. Sharma Annexation - Proposed Resolution.
5. Sharma Annexation - Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation.
MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. _, accepting a Notice of Intent to
commence annexation proceedings for the Sharma Annexation Area and providing a
determination on the boundary, zoning and indebtedness related thereto.
(c) 0 Resolution No. , a Resolution approving a Preliminary Replat for a portion of
the Whitehouse Addition.
1. Agenda Report from Dave McDonald, City Planner dated October 28, 2014.
2. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition - Overview Map.
3. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition - Vicinity Map.
4. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition - Proposed Resolution.
5. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition - Preliminary Plat.
6. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition - Report to the Planning Commission.
7. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition - Planning Commission Minutes dated
9/18/14 and 10/16/14.
MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. _, approving the Preliminary Replat of a
portion of the Whitehouse Addition.
(d) E Resolution No. , a Resolution accepting the Planning Commission's
recommendation and approving a Special Permit for the location of an automobile and off-
road vehicle sales business at 1225 S. 10 1h Avenue.
1. Agenda Report from Shane O'Neill, Planner I dated October 29, 2014.
2. JMC Motorsports Special Permit - Vicinity Map.
3. JMC Motorsports Special Permit - Proposed Resolution.
4. JMC Motorsports Special Permit - Report to Planning Commission.
5. JMC Motorsports Special Permit - Planning Commission Minutes dated 9/18/14 and
10/16/14.
MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. _, approving the Special Permit for the
location of a vehicular sales business at 1225 S. I& Avenue as recommended by the
Planning Commission.
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
(None)
10. NEW BUSINESS:
(a) 12015 Legislative Priorities:
1. Agenda Report from Dave Zabell, City Manager dated October 31, 2014.
2. 2015 Legislative Priorities - Draft Priorities List.
3. 2015 Legislative Priorities -"What to Expect in 2015."
11. MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION:
(a)
(b)
(c)
Regular Meeting 4 November 3, 2014
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
(a)
(b)
(c)
13. ADJOURNMENT.
rRoll Call Vote Required
Item not previously discussed
Quasi -Judicial Matter
MF# "Master File #......
REMINDERS:
1. 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 5, 2601 N. Capitol Avenue — Franklin County Mosquito Control
District Meeting. (COUNCILMEMBER BOB HOFFMANN, Rep.; AL YENNEY, Alt.)
2. 5:45 p.m., Wednesday, November 5, Council Chambers, City of Kennewick — Tri -City Regional
Public Facilities District Board Meeting. (MAYOR MATT WATKINS, COUNCILMEMBERS
REBECCA FRANCIK and SAUL MARTINEZ)
3. 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 5, Holiday Inn, Yakima — AWC Regional Meeting.
(COUNCILMEMBERS REBECCA FRANCIK and AL YENNEY)
4. 4:00 p.m., Thursday, November 6, Three -Rivers Convention Center — Visit Tri -Cities Annual
Meeting and Tourism Showcase. (ALL COUNCILMEMBERS INVITED TO ATTEND)
5. 6:00 p.m., Thursday, November 6, Moses Lake Headquarters Fire Station, Moses Lake — AWC
Regional Meeting. (MAYOR MATT WATKINS)
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 20, 2014
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Matt Watkins, Mayor.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers present: Rebecca Francik, Mike Garrison, Robert Hoffinann, Tom
Larsen, Saul Martinez, Matt Watkins and Al Yenney.
Staff present: Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager; Leland Kerr, City Attorney; Richard
Terway, Administrative & Community Services Director; Rick White, Community &
Economic Development Director; Ahmad Qayoumi, Public Works Director; Bob
Metzger, Police Chief; Bob Gear, Fire Chief and Mike Pawlak, City Engineer.
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of Minutes:
Minutes of the Pasco City Council Meeting dated October 6, 2014.
Bills and Communications:
To approve claims in the total amount of $12,143,040.86 ($1,299,269.87 in Check Nos.
200571-200813; $182,865.25 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 803195, 803218, 803219,
803309; $38,620.07 in Check Nos. 47424-47463; 900000077-900000078; $548,485.25 in
Electronic Transfer Nos. 30074014-30074492; $10,037,088.77 in Electronic Transfer
Nos. 88-92; $36,711.65 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 84-87).
To approve bad debt write-offs for utility billing, ambulance, cemetery, general accounts,
miscellaneous accounts, and Municipal Court (non -criminal, criminal, and parking)
accounts receivable in the total amount of $274,947.40 and, of that amount, authorize
$185,620.42 be turned over for collection.
Process Water Reuse Facility (PWRF) Leak Detection:
To approve the Professional Services Agreement with Leak Location Services, Inc.,
authorizing professional leak detection services with respect to the PWRF project in the
amount of $30,020 and, further, authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
Resolution No. 3594, a Resolution accepting work performed by C&E Trenching,
LLC under contract for the US395/Court Street Pedestrian Overpass Repair
Project.
To approve Resolution No. 3594, accepting the work performed by C&E Trenching, LLC
under contract for the US395/Court Street Pedestrian Overpass Repair Project.
Resolution No. 3595, a Resolution accepting work performed by Pavement Surface
Control under contract for the 2014 Crack Seal Project.
To approve Resolution No. 3595, accepting the work performed by Pavement Surface
Control under contract for the 2014 Crack Seal Project.
MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to approve the Consent Agenda as read. Mr. Garrison
seconded. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS:
Mayor Watkins attended the Franklin County Emergency Management Council meeting
3(a).1
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 20, 2014
HEARINGS AND COUNCIL ACTION ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
RELATING THERETO:
Street & Alley Vacation (MF #VAC2014-006) Portions of Undeveloped Right -of -
Way in the Whitehouse Addition.
Council and staff discussed the proposed vacation.
MAYOR WATKINS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED
VACATION.
Mr. Rick Jansons, Executive Director, Tri -Cities Habitat for Humanity, spoke in
favor of the vacation.
FOLLOWING THREE CALLS FOR COMMENTS, EITHER FOR OR AGAINST, MAYOR WATKINS
DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED.
Ordinance No. 4180, an Ordinance vacating a portion of Adelia Street, George
Street, Franklin Avenue and the north/south alleys in Blocks 2 and 3 Whitehouse
Addition.
MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4180, vacating portions of the
undeveloped right-of-way in Blocks 2 and 3, Whitehouse Addition and, further, authorize
publication by summary only. Mr. Yenney seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
Sharma Annexation (MF #ANX2014-003):
Council and staff discussed the proposed annexation.
MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to set 7:00 pm, November 3, 2014 as the time and date
for a public meeting to consider the Sharma Notice of Intent to annex 156 acres at the
northwest corner of Burns Road and Broadmoor Boulevard. Mr. Martinez seconded.
Motion carried unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION:
Mr. Martinez stated that the Pasco Softball Complex received a100% rating from the
American Softball Association.
Mayor Watkins noted Pasco City Television won two Honorable Mentions in the two
categories entered in the Government Programming Awards at the National Association
of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors' Annual Conference.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no ftnther business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
APPROVED:
Matt Watkins, Mayor
ATTEST:
Debra L. Clark, City Clerk
PASSED and APPROVED this 3rd day of November, 2014.
CITY OF PASCO
Council Meeting of: November 3 2014
Accounts Payable Approved
The City Council
City of Pasco, Franklin County, Washington
We, the undersigned, do hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the materials have been furnished, the
services rendered or the labor performed as described herein and that the claim is a just, due and unpaid
obligation against the city and that 11 11 authorized to authenticate and certify to said claim.
-\a�4�d&tL
unyele Ma n, Finance Services Manager
We, the undersigned City Councilmembers of the City Council of the City of Pasco, Franklin County, Washington, do hereby certify on this
3 day of November, 2014 that the merchandise or services hereinafter spaWfild have been received and are approved for payment:
Claims Bank Payroll Bank G n'I Bank Electronic Bank Combined
Check Numbers 200814-201025 4746447505
900000080
Total Check Amount
$1,612,363.61
$46,041.36
Electronic Transfer Numbers
803011-603102
3007449330074968
803105-803129
803132.803194
803198.803217
803220-603308
803310-803403
Total EFT Amount
$861,195.52
$536,481.06
Councilmember
93 88-90
$2,000.00 $125,953.04
SUMMARY OF CLAIMS BY FUND:
GENERALFUND
STREET
ARTERIAL STREET
STREET OVERLAY
C. D. BLOCK GRANT
HOME CONSORTIUM GRANT
BLVD MAINT
KING COMMUNITY CENTER
AMBULANCE SERVICE
CEMETERY
ATHLETIC PROGRAMS
GOLF COURSE
SENIOR CENTER OPERATING
MULTI MODAL FACILITY
RIVERSHORE TRAIL & MARINA MAIN
SPECIAL ASSESSMNT LODGING
LITTER CONTROL
REVOLVING ABATEMENT
TRAC DEVELOPMENT & OPERATING
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STADIUM/CONVENTION CENTER
GENERAL CAP PROJ CONSTRUCTION
WATER/SEWER
EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OPERATING GOVERNMENTAL
EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OPERATING BUSINESS
EQUIPMENT RENTAL - REPLACEMENT GOVERNMENTAL
EQUIPMENT RENTAL - REPLACEMENT BUSINESS
MEDICAUDENTAL INSURANCE
FLEX
PAYROLL CLEARING
GRAND TOTAL ALL FUNDS:
Total Checks $ 1,658,394.97
Total EFTS $ 1,525,629.62
Grand Total $ 3,184,024.59
Councilmember
$ 3,184,024.59
AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager
FROM: Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager
SUBJECT: Tourism Promotion Area
I. REFERENCE(S):
October 22, 2014
Workshop Mtg.: 10/27/14
Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
1. Tourism Promotion Area - 2015 Budget and Marketing Plan (Council packets only)
2. Tourism Promotion Area - Budget Summary
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
10/27: Presentation by Kris Watkins, President and CEO, Tri -Cities Visitor and
Convention Bureau.
11/3: MOTION: I move to approve the 2015 Marketing Plan and Operating Budget for
the Tourism Promotion Area in the total amount of $1,130,000.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
None
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A) The Tourism Promotion Area (TPA) was formed in late 2004 to generate and administer
the proceeds of a "per room night assessment" on hotels/motels in the Tri -Cities,
imposed by the hotels themselves.
B) The interlocal agreement (between Pasco, Kennewick and Richland) that created the
TPA requires the annual budget and expenditure from the reserve account for the TPA to
be approved by the City Council. The Budget Summary for 2015 is attached.
V. DISCUSSION:
A) The TPA "assessment" is remitted by the hotels to the state which, in turn, distributes it
to the city in which it was collected. The city is obligated to pass the funds to the TPA,
for use in accordance with the approved budget.
B) Council should approve the 2015 TPA Marketing Plan and Operating Budget or indicate
changes necessary to gain approval.
3(c)
Budget Summary
Revenues
Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
2014
Budget
$466,400
$243,800
$349,800
44%
23%
33%
Proposed 2015
Budget
$497,200
$259,900
$372,900
44%
23%
33%
Total: $1,060,000 1 100% 1 $1,130,000 100%
Expenditures $437,162
41%
$492,162
43.8%
Group Markets
City Wide Conventions
Associations
Corporate & Government
SMERF (social, military,
education, religious, fraternal)
Sports
Housing & Groups Services $57,762
5.5%
$58,700
5%
Tourism Development $271,313
25.8%
$280,475
25%
Administration $178,763
17%
$183,663
16%
(administrative staff, office
supplies, rent, telephone
postage, equipment
maintenance, etc.)
Opportunity Fund $90,000
8.5%
$90,000
8%
Accounting/Professional $22,000
2%
$22,000
2%
Capital Expenditures $3,000
.2%
$3,000
.2%
Total:
$1,060,000 1100% 1 $1,130,000 1 100%
AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager
FROM: Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager,;��
SUBJECT: Lodging Tax Allocations
I. REFERENCE(S):
October 20, 2014
Workshop Mtg.: 10/27/14
Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
1. Lodging Tax Allocations - 2015 Requests
2. Lodging Tax Allocations - Sources and Uses, 2011-2014
3. Lodging Tax Allocations - Committee Minutes dated 10/14/14
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
11/3: MOTION: I move to approve the allocation of 2015 Lodging Tax receipts as
recommended by the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee minutes of
October 14, 2014.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
None
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A) State law has authorized collection of the 2% local tax on lodging facilities (hotels
and motels) since the mid-1970s. The funds originally could be used for stadiums
and for tourism promotion activities. In 1993, like several cities prior to that time,
Pasco was granted an additional 2% lodging tax authority to help pay specifically
for the city's share of TRAC expenses. Several years later, the legislature
increased the base lodging tax to 4% and eliminated the individual taxing
authorizations, thus making the use of lodging tax simpler for everyone. The law
was also amended to require a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) to
review and recommend proposed uses of the lodging tax annually. h1 2013, the
legislature (in response to the lodging industry) required additional annual
reporting on the use of the lodging tax.
B) The Pasco LTAC convened on 10/14/14 to review seven proposals received for
use of the 2015 lodging tax receipts (attached). After reviewing historical uses of
the lodging tax (attached) and the individual requests, the LTAC recommended
allocation as outlined in the LTAC minutes (attached).
V. DISCUSSION:
A) While the LTAC received three new requests from the DPDA for a total of
$20,000, the committee questioned whether there was a strong nexus between
DPDA events and lodging tax generation. Also discussed was the fact that there
may be other funding available to DPDA which may be more appropriate.
Essentially, the LTAC made a recommendation similar to that for the current year
(2014) lodging tax allocation, which is also consistent with recent years. The
TRAC expense is a contractual obligation, as are the Visitor and Convention
Bureau payment and the stadium debt expense. The $10,000 recommended for
the Pasco Chamber Ag show is also consistent with the past recommendations of
the LTAC.
B) Staff requests formal Council approval of the LTAC recommendations. 3(d)
2015 LODGING TAX REQUESTS (rev 10/14/14)
TRAC*.......................................................................$240,000
Baseball Stadium........................................................$122,000
Chamber of Commerce ................................................$10,000
Tri -Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau ** ...............$115,806
Downtown Pasco Development Authority $20,000
TOTAL REQUESTED ....................... 507 8 6
AMOUNT AVAILABLE (est.).......... $480,000
* Interlocal Agreement between City of Pasco and Franklin County
** Interlocal Agreement between cities of Pasco, Kennewick and Richland with Tri -Cities
Visitor and Convention Bureau (VCB) to provide 50% of annual 2% lodging tax receipts to
VCB.
APPLICANT:
Contact:
Address:
2015 REQUEST FOR
LODGING TAX ASSISTANCE
city state
Zip
Phone: 509-545-3404 Email: citManaggr(c�pasco-wa Qov
PROPOSED USE/ACTIVITY:
Title:
Description: Pay debt service and city share of operations loss per Interlocal Agreement and
--
FUNDING OUTLINE:
City General Fund ' $114,000
Lod ' 1g Tax $240,000
TOTAL $354,000
$
TOTAL $354,000
VISITOR IMPACT: (estimate the number of participants/attendees for each category)
45.000/18% Staying overnight in paid accommodations
Staying overnight in unpaid accommodations and traveling fifty miles or
more from place of residencAusiness
45.000/18% Staying for day only (not overnight) and traveling fifty miles or more from
place of residence/business
160.000 Not in one of the prior three categories
39.750/15% From out of state (may also be any of prior four categories)
TRAC
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance 2015 — Page 1
Method(s) applicant will use to determine participation by above categories (provide additional
sheets if necessary).
TRAC utilizes a ticketing system for many of its events that in many cases captures addresses of
attendees. TRAC did analysis of those buyers and applied to its total attendance numbers, as
example:
• 15.9% of the tickets purchased online were from out of state so we applied that number to
our total attendance of 250,000
• 36% of the tickets purchased online were from over 50 miles away, we of course have no
way to know who is staying in hotels or with friends, etc., so we simply split that number
down the middle, one-half as ovemight paid and one-half as day only, over 50 miles.
Print Name and Title
TRAC
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance 2015 — Page 2
2015 REQUEST FOR
LODGING TAX ASSISTANCE
APPLICANT:
Organization: City of Pasco
Contact: Dave Zabell, City Manager
Address: 525 N. 3`d Street. Pnscn WA 001m
State
zip
Phone: 509-545-3404 Email: citvmanager(2,pasco-wa.gov
PROPOSED USE/ACTIVITY:
Title: Professional Baseball Stadium
Description: Pav debt service and maintenance cost for professional minor-league baseball
FUNDING OUTLINE:
Stadium O&M $25,000
Stadium Debt Service $127,000
TOTAL 1 $152,000
VISITOR IMPACT: (estimate the number of participants/attendees for each category)
3,540 Staying overnight in paid accommodations
3,400 Staying overnight in unpaid accommodations and traveling fifty miles or
more from place of residence/business
4,000 Staying for day only (not overnight) and traveling fifty miles or more from
place of residence/business
85,000 Not in one of the prior three categories
6,860 From out of state (may also be any of prior four categories)
Professional Baseball Stadium
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance 2015 — Page 1
Method(s) applicant will use to determine participation by above categories (provide additional
sheets if necessary).
Staving overnight in Paid accommodations:
a 40 visiting players and coaches for 27 nights ....................................................... 1,200
■ 40 players and coaches for three day mini -camp .................................................... 120
2 umpires for 40 nights............................................................................................. 80
a Players and staff for 4 game WSU event (130 people for 3 nights) ........................ 390
WIAA 3A & 4A State Finals 7 out of area teams at 100 participants 2 family
nights............................................................................................................... 1,400
• MLB Scouts and Instructors.................................................................................... 200
• Players, parents, families....................................................................................... 1500
TOTAL.....................................................................................................................................3,540
Staving overnight in unpaid accommodations:
40 Dust Devils players and staff that all reside in various places in and outside of the U.S.
These 40 participants are here 85 days for a total of .........................
5% of Dust Devils fans travel from outside of 50 miles........
■ The WSU Whitworth and WIAA events bring an additional..
• Other attendees not listed above ..............................................
■ Estimate our out of state participation is ....................
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Print Name and Tit e—�
Professional Baseball Stadium
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance 2015 — Page 2
.......... 3,400
.......... 4,000
.......... 5,000
........ 80,000
.......... 6,860
APPLICANT:
Organiza
Contact:
Address:
REQUEST FOR
LODGING TAX ASSISTANCE
city state Zip
Phone: -5)q '5`/7,97s'5— Email: titer f6 ase ulcer. o,
PROPOSED USE/ACTIVITY:
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FUNDING OUTLINE:
$185ovo
Lodsin� -/+a.x SCJ $ /Or o00
Lodging Tax $
TOTAL $ Saxe
$
TOTAL $195 mo
VISITOR IMPACT: (estimate the number of participants/attendees for each category)
0 0 4tCy�c� Staying overnight in paid accommodations
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place of residence/business
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3 Z From out of state (may also be any of prior four categories)
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REQUEST FOR
LODGING TAX ASSISTANCE
APPLICANT:
Organization: Tri -Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau dba Visit TRI -CITIES
Contact: Kris Watkins. President & CEO
Address: 7130 West Grandridoe Sip R uP nP.,,;, Iv XXTA AM QG
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Phone: 509-735-8486 Email: Krisna,VisitTRI-CITIES.com
PROPOSED USE/ACTIVITY:
Title: Destination Marketing
Description: Visit TRI -CITIES uses hotel and lodging tax to support tourism marketing
Programs which increase overnight hotel stays as outlined below.
FUNDING OUTLINE:
Sources
Private Industry Investment
$444,400
Advertising
$267,326
TPA Assessments
$1,060,000
Visitor Guide
$98,000
Lodging Tax: Richland/Kennewick
$386,195
Visitor Centers
$92,254
Convention/Sports Marketing
$833,982
Destination Marketing*
$263,571
Admin.
$285,612
Lodging Tax: Pasco
$115,806
Member Services
$165,656
TOTAL
$2,006,401
TOTAL
$2,006,401
VISITOR IMPACT: (estimate the number of participants/attendees for each category)
14,179 Convention & Sports Delegates Staying Overnight in Paid Accomodations
213.000 Other visitors staying overnight in paid accommodations
653.000 Staying overnight in unpaid accommodations and traveling fifty miles or
more from place of residence/business
N/A Staying for day only (not overnight) and traveling fifty miles or more from
place of residence/business
N/A Not in one of the prior three categories
N/A From out of state (may also be any of prior four categories)
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance — Page 1
Method(s) applicant will use to determine participation by above categories (provide additional
sheets if necessary).
The purpose of the Tri -Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau (TCVCB) is to market and sell the
region as a preferred destination to visitors. The Bureau creates incremental visitation by
promoting the destination's products, programs and activities; the overall economic vitality of
the community and the quality of life of our citizens.
The organization is funded by private investors (members), the hospitality community through a
tourism promotion assessment, and by municipal support in the form of a portion of the hotel -
motel taxes collected. This method of funding is optimal as it requires the cooperative support of
the local business community, the industry itself and public funding through hotel taxes.
The City of Pasco supports the Bureau's marketing efforts by contributing half of the lodging tax
(2%) collected on overnight guest stays. In 2013 the lodging tax contributed to the TCVCB is
estimated at $115,806 or 5.7% of the overall annual budget of the organization.
The Bureau uses a number of reporting mechanisms to measure the return on investment to the
City in the form of visitor spending and overnight guest stays. We have provided the following
exhibits to support our findings:
1. Attachment A: The 2013 Convention & Sports Digest which lists all of the convention
and sports tournaments taking place in, or requiring hotel guest rooms in Pasco. This
report includes the number of delegates, the economic impact of each event and the
actual number of hotel rooms sold for each event as reported by the hotels. In 2013, the
Bureau reported 64 conventions and sports tournaments which attracted visitors to
Pasco, creating an economic impact of $24.7 Million and creating 14,179 hotel stays.
2. Attachment B: The 2014 Convention & Sports Digest which lists all of the events that
have taken place year to date which draw visitors to Pasco. Additional events will be
added between now and year end. The report lists the delegates and projected economic
impact of each. In 2014, there were 66 conventions and sporting events which attract
visitors to Pasco. The estimated economic impact to the community is $17.7 Million ,
creating 11,671 hotel stays. Additional events may be booked into 2014 before year end.
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance — Page 2
3. Attachment C: The 2013 Washington State Travel hnpact & Visitor Volume Report for
Franklin market evaluation and survey research in the travel and tourism industry. The
travel impact for hotels in Franklin County (85% of Franklin County Hotels are located
in Pasco) is listed as 213,000 visitors traveling to Pasco and using hotels, staying an
average of 1.65 nights.
4. Attachment D: Hotel overnight guest stays are increased when the attractions and
businesses that support tourism are promoted properly, creating interest in Pasco as a
destination among potential visitors. The Bureau's website, www.VisitTRI-CIT[ES.com
is a powerful tool in attracting visitors to the region. In 2013 the website received
178,129 unique visits. Once at the Visit TRI -CITIES site, users visited the listings of 150
Pasco based Visit TRI -CITIES member businesses, clicking on the listings of these Pasco
businesses 25,048 times. Even more importantly, they were so interested in doing
business with these companies that they clicked from the Bureau's site directly to the
home sites of these 150 Pasco based businesses 22,733 times. This is an example of how
investing in tourism creates wealth for local small businesses.
Signature
Kris Watkins, President & CEO — Tri -Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau
Print Name and Title
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance — Page 3
2015_ REQUEST FOR
LODGING TAX ASSISTANCE
APPLICANT:
Organization: Downtown Pasco Development Authority
Contact: Michael Goins
Address: PO Box 688 Pasco WA 99301
City State zip
Phone: 509-546-13
PROPOSED USE/ACTIVITY:
Title:Fiery Food Festival
Email:mgoins@downtownpasco.com
Description: Downtown Event in September that draws 7k -8k in Downtown Pasco
FUNDING OUTLINE:
Sources
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Lodging Tax $
TOTAL 1 $5,0000
VISITOR IMPACT: (estimate the number of participants/attendees for each category)
Staying overnight in paid accommodations
Staying overnight in unpaid accommodations and traveling fifty miles or
more from place of residence/business
_x Staying for day only (not overnight) and traveling fifty miles or more from
place of residence/business
x Not in one of the prior three categories
_x From out of state (may also be any of prior four categories)
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance (10/2014) —Page 1
Method(s) applicant will use to determine participation by above categories (provide additional
sheets if necessary).
Downtown Pasco Development Authority is planning to grow and expand the Fiery Foods
Festival into a regional event expanding to the Oregon market as well as other areas of
Washington such as Walla Walla and Spokane. In 2014 the DPDA saw the FFF grow to a main
stream event and was able to truly switch the energy into a night time event.
With more planning and continued national entertainment we feel we can make this event a
strong presence in Eastern Washington in line with Visit Tri Cities brand.
Signature
Print Name and Title
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance (10/2014) — Page 2
2015_ REQUEST FOR
LODGING TAX ASSISTANCE
APPLICANT:
Organization: Downtown Pasco Develonment Authority
Contact: Michael Goins
Address: PO Box 688 Pasco WA 99301
City State Zip
Phone: 509-546-1
PROPOSED USE/ACTIVITY:
Title: Cinco De Mayo Parade
Email:mgoins@downtownpasco.com
Description: Downtown Event in May that draws 5k -6k ppl in Downtown Pasco
FUNDING OUTLINE:
Sources
1111
Lodging Tax $
TOTAL I $5,0000
NWI
$5,0000
TOTAL 1 $5,000
VISITOR IMPACT: (estimate the number of participants/attendees for each category)
Staying overnight in paid accommodations
Staying overnight in unpaid accommodations and traveling fifty miles or
more from place of residenceibusiness
_x Staying for day only (not overnight) and traveling fifty miles or more from
place of residence/business
x Not in one of the prior three categories
X_ From out of state (may also be any of prior four categories)
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance (10/2014) —Page 1
Method(s) applicant will use to determine participation by above categories (provide additional
sheets if necessary).
Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festival is Downtown Pasco event held in May that is aimed at multi-
cultural demographic and highlighting the Hispanic culture. In 2014 we saw 6000k people in
Downtown Pasco and had a very successful event. The parade had almost 30 entries and this
year we featured the first dancing horse show.
We have had interest from the community to grow the parade to compete with Sunnyside.
Signature
Print Name and Title
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance (10/2014) — Page 2
2015_ REQUEST FOR
LODGING TAX ASSISTANCE
APPLICANT:
Organization: Downtown Pasco Development Authority
Contact: Michael Goins
Address: PO Box 688 Pasco WA 99301
City State Zip
Phone: 509-546-1
PROPOSED USE/ACTIVITY:
Title: Destination Marketing
Email:mgoins@downtownpasco.com
Description: Looking to add marketing efforts in Downtown Pasco with way finding,
mapping, calendar, and signage
FUNDING OUTLINE:
$10,0000
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TOTAL 1 $10,000
VISITOR IMPACT: (estimate the number of participants/attendees for each category)
Staying overnight in paid accommodations
Staying overnight in unpaid accommodations and traveling fifty miles or
more from place of residencelbusiness
x Staying for day only (not overnight) and traveling fifty miles or more from
place of residence/business
x Not in one of the prior three categories
From out of state (may also be any of prior four categories)
Request for Lodging Tax Assistance (10/2014) — Page 1
Method(s) applicant will use to determine participation by above categories (provide additional
sheets if necessary).
Downtown Pasco has a significant amount of travelers that come to the Pasco Farmers Market as
well as visit the cultural setting provided in Downtown Pasco. Currently our signage and way
finding is poor and we are looking to improve the Downtown Pasco image. These funds would
go to our ongoing efforts to add signage to Downtown Pasco. As well as create a Downtown
Pasco calendar that can be shared.
This year the Pasco Farmer's Market saw increased out of town visitors and is looking to expand
more to capture visitors and promote agri-tourism with some of our local farms.
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October 14, 2014
MINUTES
Call To Order:
The meeting was called to order at 4:00 pm, by Mike Garrison, in conference room #1 at
Pasco City Hall.
Roll Call:
Board Members Present: Mike Garrison (Council); Allison White (Sleep hm); Colin
Hastings (Chamber); Monica Hammerberg (Red Lion); and
Michael Goins (Downtown Pasco).
Also Present: Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager.
Business:
Stan Strebel presented a handout prepared from the State Attorney General's Office on the
Open Public Meetings Act as required by ESB 5964, passed by the Legislature in 2014. He
reviewed the important aspects of the law including applicability, definitions, regular and
special meetings, notice and participation. Executive sessio0though not normally available
to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, were also briefly discussed. Stan noted that
training must occur within 90 days of assuming duties and every four years thereafter for
each committee member.
Mike Garrison presented the 10/16/13 minutes. Motion by Monica Hammerberg, seconded
by Michael Goins, to approve the October 16, 2013 minutes as submitted. Motion passed
unanimously.
Stan briefly reminded the Committee of the purpose and function of the Lodging Tax
Advisory Committee (LTAC), historical allocation of lodging tax receipts, current
contractual commitments, and the reporting requirements under ESH131253. He noted that,
in addition to the historical and contractual requests, the Downtown Pasco Development
Authority (DPDA) had submitted three requests, totaling $20,000, for Cinco de Mayo, Fiery
Foods Festival and DPDA operations. There was a discussion about how the DPDA
events/operations would work to create additional lodging business, as possibly other
funding resources may be better suited for its needs. Michael Goins, DPDA Director, was
encouraged to collect the visitor statistics outlined on the application form in order to
provide this information to the committee for the next allocation discussion.
Committee discussed the other requests for use of the 2015 Lodging Tax receipts, estimated
to total $480,000. Motion by Colin Hastings, seconded by Monica Hammerberg to
recommend the 2015 allocation estimate as follows:
• TRAC, 50% of actual loss $240,000
VCB Promotion Services: $115,806
• Pasco Chamber Ag Show: $10,000
Baseball Stadium Debt: $114,194
TOTAL $480,000
Motion carried unanimously.
Adjournment:
Committee meeting adjourned at 4:25 pm.
Respectfully submitted.
Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council October 22, 2014
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manage4K Workshop Mtg.: 10/27/2014
Regular Mtg.: 11/3/2014
FROM: Rick White,
Community & Economic Development Director
SUBJECT: Waiver of Sewer Utility Service Requirement (MF# USW 2014-003)
I. REFERENCE(s):
1. Sewer Waiver— Vicinity Map
2. Sewer Waiver — Overview Map
3. Sewer Waiver — Proposed Utility Service Waiver Agreement
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL/STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
10/27: DISCUSSION
11/3: MOTION: I move to conditionally approve the sewer utility service waiver at
1006 Road 70 and authorize the City Manager to execute the
waiver agreement.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
None
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A. The applicant has applied for a utility service waiver to install a septic system for
new construction of a single family dwelling at 1006 Road 70 on an existing lot.
PMC 16.06 requires connection to the utility system when a building permit is
issued unless such requirement is waived by action of City Council.
B. Utility waivers are granted/denied by City Council in accord with the
requirements of PMC 16.06.050. This section of the PMC requires that City
Council base their decision on the following criteria:
• Special circumstances applicable to the property in question or the
intended use that do not generally apply to either properties or classes of
uses in the same vicinity or zoning classification.
• A waiver is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial
property right or use possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and
same zoning classification, which because of special circumstances is
denied to the property in question.
• The granting of the waiver will not be detrimental to the public welfare or
egregious to other property improvements in such vicinity and zoning
classification, which the subject property is located.
• The granting of a waiver will not conflict with the general intent of this
chapter.
C. The above criteria contained in PMC 16.06.050 is established to measure unusual
or unique circumstances peculiar to a certain property that would justify waiver of
a requirement for utility connections similar to the way a land use variance would
be evaluated.
3(e)
V. DISCUSSION:
A. Presently, the nearest existing sewer line is approximately 930 feet from the
applicant's property and it is not cost effective for a private party or the City to
provide for the extension of such line at this time.
B. Single family homes in this vicinity have been developed with septic systems on
roughly half -acre lots. The subject site was recently created by joining two half -
acre lots onto one parcel. Over the past 11 years, efforts have been made three times
(March 2003, January 2008 and July 2008) to form a local improvement district
(LID) without success. A local improvement district to extend sewer to this part of
Pasco is not likely in the near future due do the existing development pattern in
the area.
C. Standards for septic systems are administered through the Benton Franklin Health
Department and will apply to the installation of septic systems on this property. It
is not expected that the waiver will be detrimental to public health or welfare in
this vicinity.
D. The granting of a waiver will not conflict with the intent of Chapter 16.06 of the
PMC. The significant costs associated with sewer line extension and the
unlikelihood of a local improvement district in the near future leads staff to
recommend that a sewer connection waiver be granted for the property.
WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO:
City of Pasco, Washington
Engineering Department
525 North 3rd Avenue
Pasco, WA 99301
UTILITY SERVICE WAIVER AGREEMENT
(CHAPTER 16.06 PMC)
1) The undersigned is the owner of the real property situated in Franklin County, Washington
addressed as 1006 Road 70 and described as:
Tax Parcel #: 119-701-226
Legal: Lots 11 & 12, Block 1, Glen Acres, according to the Plat thereof
recorded in Volume 77 of Plats Page 231, records of Franklin County
Auditor's Office, Washington
2) The undersigned has made application for waiver of the utility service requirements of
Chapter 16.06 PMC and the Pasco City Council has by motion approved said waiver based
on the following Findings:
a) Presently, there is no sewer service provided near the property. The nearest existing
sewer line is approximately 930 feet from the applicant's property and it is not cost
effective for a private party or the City to provide for the extension of such line.
b) Standards for septic systems are administered through the Benton Franklin Health
Department and will apply to the installation of septic systems on this property. It is not
expected that the waiver will be detrimental to public health or welfare in this vicinity;
c) Single family homes in this vicinity have been developed with septic systems on roughly
half acre lots. The subject lot was recently created by joining two half acre lots; resulting
in an approximately one acre parcel. Over the past I 1 years, efforts have been made three
times (March 2003, January 2008 and July 2008) to form a local improvement district
(LID) without success. An LID to extend sewer to this part of Pasco is not likely at this
time due do the existing development pattern and rural conditions in the area;
d) The granting of a waiver will not conflict with the intent of Chapter 16.06 of the PMC.
The significant costs associated with sewer line extension, the timeframe expected for the
provision of infrastructure to allow the area to be served by city sewer, and the
unlikelihood of a local improvement district in the near future support the granting of a
waiver for connection to the city sewer system for the property.
In consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the sufficiency of which are
hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
3) The City waives connect of the above described property to the City sanitary sewer system
prior to granting of a development permit as required by PMC 16.06.010 until such time as
the utility services are available as defined in PMC 16.06.010 or the basis for the waiver as
provided in PMC 16.06.050 ceases to exist.
4) The waiver is conditioned upon the undersigned making the following agreements and
acknowledgments with the City, which the undersigned does hereby freely and voluntarily
make:
a) The undersigned agrees to provide the City of Pasco with all necessary Health District
approvals for the use of a septic tank system at the above referenced property;
b) The undersigned acknowledges that the granting of a sewer utility waiver does not
exempt him/her from any obligation that results from the formation of a Local
Improvement District to provide sanitary sewer and water to the undersigned's property;
c) The owners jointly and severally hereby (1) make, constitute and appoint the City as the
owners' true and lawful attorney in fact for them in their name, place and stead and as an
irrevocable proxy to sign a petition for the formation of a local improvement district or
utility local improvement district ("LID") hereafter to be formed by the City or its
successors for the improvement that will provide utilities available for the benefit of the
real property describe above and (2) waive their right under RCW 35.43.180 to protest
formation of such LID for such improvements. The property owners reserve and retain
the right to object to the amount of the LID assessment levied against the property and to
appeal that assessment to the.Franklin County Superior Court.
d) The undersigned shall pay an equitable share of any private sewer utility extensions
abutting the undersigned's property.
e) This Agreement shall be a conveyance of an irrevocable interest in land and the owners
do by these presents convey to the City such limited interest in the property. The above
covenants to the City shall run with the land and be binding on the owner, on the
undersigned, his/her heirs, devisees, successors and assigns and all owners now or
hereafter of the land above described, or of any of said land described above;
UTILITY SERVICE WAIVER AGREEMENT (MF# USW2014-003) -PAGE 3
fl A violation of any of the above covenants may be enjoined and the same enforced at the
suit of the City with attorney fees awarded to the substantially prevailing party.
g) The owners do hereby warrant that the persons named as "property owner" on the
signature lines below are all of the persons or entities having any interest in the property
and that they have full power to execute this Agreement.
This utility waiver and agreement has been approved by the Pasco City Council on
day of 20
Signature of Legal Property Owner(s)
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
ss.
County of Franklin
On this day personally appeared before me to be known
to be the individual(s) described in and who executed the within and foregoing instrument, and
acknowledged that they signed the same as their free and voluntary act and deed for the uses and
purposes therein mentioned.
GIVEN under my hand and official seal this day of 20_.
NOTARY PUBLIC in and for the State of Washington
Residing at:
My Commission Expires:
Signature of Legal Property Owner(s)
STATE OF WASHINGTON)
ss.
County of Franklin
On this day personally appeared before me 'to be known
to be the individual(s) described in and who executed the within and foregoing instrument, and
UTILITY SERVICE WAIVER AGREEMENT NF# USW2014-003) - PAGE 3
acknowledged that they signed the same as their free and voluntary act and deed for the uses and
purposes therein mentioned.
GIVEN under my hand and official seal this day of , 20
NOTARY PUBLIC in and for the State of Washington
Residing at:
My Commission Expires:
This utility service waiver and agreement has been approved by the Pasco City Council
on day of 20_
Dave Zabell, City Manager
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
ss.
County of Franklin
On this day personally appeared before me, Dave Zabell, City Manager, to be known to
be the individual(s) described in and who executed the within and foregoing instrument, and
acknowledged that they signed the same as their free and voluntary act and deed for the uses and
purposes therein mentioned.
GIVEN under my hand and official seal this day of 20_.
NOTARY PUBLIC in and for the State of Washington
Residing at:
My Commission Expires:
UTILITY SERVICE WAIVER AGREEMENT (MF# USW2014-003) - PAGE 4
AGENDA REPORT NO. 35
FOR: City Council October 23, 2014
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Workshop Mtg.: 10/27/14
YYY Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
FROM: Ahmad Qayoumi, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Columbia Raw Water Supply — Professional Services Agreement Amendment No.
2 - Murray, Smith and Associates
I. REFERENCE(S):
1. Columbia Raw Water Supply Amendment No. 2 — Summary Sheet
2. Columbia Raw Water Supply— Vicinity Map
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
10/27: Discussion
11/3: MOTION: I move to approve the Amended Professional Services Agreement
with Murray, Smith and Associates, hic. for the Columbia Water
Supply, not to exceed $670,509.00 and, further, authorize the City
Manager to execute the agreement.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
Irrigation Rates; Water Rates; Ecology Grant
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A) The City Council approved the professional services for the design of the new
Raw Water Intake and a new 16 -inch irrigation line on December 19, 2011 in the
amount of $609,814.00. Amendment No. 1 financed acquiring an additional
utility easement along I-182 and Harris Road adjusting the total amount to
$631,114.00
B) As the City grew and increased infrastructure, staff evaluated different types of
controllers that will provide a cost effective and reliable system that can be easily
maintained in-house.
C) Allen Bradley Control Systems was determined to be used nationwide and
includes an open system that is easy for staff to maintain. The Allen Bradley
Controllers are viewed as a benchmark product with experienced local support
readily available. These controllers also "talk" to the Pall membrane filter system
installed at the West Pasco Water Treatment Plant making communication
seamless.
V. DISCUSSION:
A) Inclusion of the Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers within the
Columbia Water Supply Intake project specifications will require work outside of
the scope of the original agreement.
B) Additional services proposed in this Amendment include:
a. Additional project management assistance
b. Additional shop drawing and submittal reviews
c. Additional testing and start-up
d. Instrumentation and controls design services
C) Staff recommends approval of Amendment No. 2 to provide additional
professional services in the amount of $39,395 adjusting the total amount to
$670,509.00.
3(f)
Professional Services Agreement
(Summary Sheet)
Project: Columbia Raw Water Supply Amendment 2
Consultant: Murray Smith & Associates, Inc.
Address: 121 SW Salmon Suite 900, Portland, OR 97204
Scope of Services:
fie—NO-1; On page t, following Me fimt sentence of paragraph t —Scope m Work, ADD Me following words: `ihe scope of work shag also include all servioas and material
necessary to accomplish work mentioned in accordance with EXHIBIT 0 Additional Construction Phase Sernces for Harris Road brigatian and Booster Pump Station and
Piping, and Additional Design Phase Services for Intake SMlcum, and Pumping Station Fadlity.'
Item No. 2: On page 2, in subparagraph A of paregraph 3—Payments, REPLACE the firat sentence with Me following woros:'Payment far work accomplished under the
Whole of MIS Agreement shall W on a LUMP SUM basis as set forth on the fee schedules found in EXHIBIT A, EXHIBR B, EXHIBIT C and Exhibit D provided, in no event
Shall the Paymentf 11 h performed D,,anit in 5 Aoraermmt -,ad the SUM of 5670,W9.00. without ply soomal ho, Me aw
Completion Date:
Payments to Consultant:
❑ Hourly Rate:
x❑ Fixed Sum of: $ 39,395
❑ Other:
Insurance to be Provided:
1. Commercial General Liability:
❑ $1,000,000 each occurrence;
❑ $2,000,000 general aggregate; or
® $1,000,000 each occurrence; and $ 2,000,000 general aggregate
2. Professional Liability:
IS $1,000,000 per claim;
❑ $1,000,000 policy aggregate limit; or
❑ $ per claim; and $ per policy aggregate limit
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FOR: City Council ( October 20, 2014
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager TSV
FROM: Ahmad Qayoumi, Public Works Director Workshop Mtg.: 10/27/2014
Regular Mtg.: 11/3/2014
SUBJECT: Oregon Avenue Corridor Amendment No. 2
I. REFERENCE(S):
1. Oregon Avenue Corridor —Amendment No. 2 Summary Sheet
2. Oregon Avenue Corridor— Vicinity Map
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
10/27: Discussion
11/3: MOTION: I move to approve Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services
Agreement with CH2MHill, continuing professional services with
respect to the Oregon Avenue Corridor, in the amount of $36,663
and further, authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
HI. FISCAL IMPACT:
LID, Local and STP Funds
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A) The City of Pasco is planning to widen the existing four -lane roadway to provide a
five -lane section that offers a center two way left turn lane to accommodate turning
movements. The City anticipates that vacant properties along the corridor will be
developed to host additional industrial businesses in the foreseeable future and seeks
to design the corridor improvements in a manner that safely and efficiently facilitates
truck and employee movements. The purpose of this effort is to develop a 20 -year
plan for corridor study area. This plan will serve as a basis for identifying existing
and future turn lane needs (length of storage, etc.), anticipated future traffic signal
locations, and access management standards for the corridor.
B) On November 19, 2012 City Council awarded a professional services agreement to
CH2MHi11 in the amount of $350,000 to complete design of the Oregon Ave Corridor
in accordance to agreed scope and fees.
C) The project design work has started and to date, part of the NEPA process and 60%
of design work is complete.
D) The City has allocated $427,000 in STP (federal) funds that will be used for design
and project management.
E) FHWA and WSDOT have advised that additional technical analysis are required to
meet federal funding requirements.
F) Amendment No. I was approved on January 21, 2014.
G) Additional scope has been added to the design, as the project progressed.
V. DISCUSSION:
A) During the design of Phase I, a new development (known as DuraPlastic) was
approved located west of Oregon Avenue and south of 1-182. Staff negotiated the
closure of James Street as recommended in the traffic study. The development is
constructing a new road that will intersect Oregon Avenue north of the cemetery
entrance. The new intersection needs a traffic study for a traffic signal.
B) Additional stormwater design and coordination services associated with unanticipated
and restrictive stormwater infiltration capacity of soils near the Oregon Ave /
Ainsworth St. intersection.
C) Additional traffic design services to design a signalization system for Idaho Street
intersection with Oregon Ave, associated with proposed DuraPlastics development.
D) Additional environmental documentation services associated with preparation and
submittal of 19 Historical Property Inventory (BPI) forms to DAHP. Original
agreement assumed four HPI forms would be needed.
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E) Additional design and environmental review services associated with development of
a noise barrier analysis. Supplement #1 scope for Noise Study services assumed that
no barriers would be warranted.
F) Staff has reviewed the scope and fees and recommends approval of the amendment.
Professional Services Agreement
(Summary Sheet)
Project: Oregon Avenue Corridor - Amendment No. 2
Consultant: CH2MHill
Address: 717 W. Sprague Avenue, Suite 800, Spokane WA 99201
Scope of Services:
Provida nmfaccinnal carvirac to inNndp additional Cignal warrant analyMs ndditinnal stormwafar design
and coordination, additional signalization design additional environmental documentation associated
with historic property inventories and environmental documentation and engineering analysis associated
with noise attenuation options.
Completion Date: December 31, 2015
Payments to Consultant:
❑ Hourly Rate: $
91 Fixed Sum of $ 36,663
❑ Other:
Insurance to be Provided:
1. Commercial General Liability:
❑ $1,000,000 each occurrence;
❑ $2,000,000 general aggregate; or
® $1,000,000 each occurrence; and $ 2,000,000 general aggregate
2. Professional Liability:
® $1,000,000 per claim;
❑ $1,000,000 policy aggregate limit; or
❑ $ per claim; and $ per policy aggregate limit
Other Information:
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FOR: City Council October 20, 2014
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manage
FROM: Ahmad Qayoumi, Public Works Director Workshop Mtg.: 10/27/2014
Regular Mtg.: 11/3/2014
SUBJECT: Oregon Avenue Corridor PSA Oversize Truck Turning Movements
I. REFERENCE(S):
1. Oregon Avenue Corridor PSA Truck Turning Movements - Summary Sheet
2. Oregon Avenue Corridor PSA Truck Turning Movements — Vicinity Map
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
10/27: Discussion
11/3: MOTION: I move to approve the Professional Services Agreement with
CH2MHill, continuing professional services with respect to the
Oregon Avenue Corridor, in the amount of $13,025 and further,
authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
Port of Pasco - $10,000
Arterial Funds - $3,025
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A) The City has been working on design on Oregon Avenue Improvements for the past two
years.
B) The project is broken into two phases. Phase I (I182 to `A' Street) is near completion.
C) Phase II of the project (`A' Street to Ainsworth) is 30% complete. As part of the initial
scoping, design layout and design, a roundabout was selected for Ainsworth & Oregon
with the Port of Pasco.
D) The City pursued the design as scoped up to 30%.
E) A number of Port tenants contacted the Port and expressed that the roundabout will have
a negative impact on their trucks.
F) City staff met with the Port and the Port's tenants and agreed to assess a signalized
intersection and a roundabout to evaluate the tenant's truck maneuvering for both types
of intersection.
G) The City's consultant developed a scope and cost to address the evaluation.
V. DISCUSSION:
A) CH2MHil1 submitted a proposal that included the cost and scope for both types of
intersections.
B) The Port and City reviewed and approved the proposal.
C) The Port agreed to cover a $10,000 of the total cost ($13,025).
3(h)
Professional Services Agreement
(Summary Sheet)
Project: Oregon Avenue Corridor - Truck Turning Movements
Consultant: CH2MHill
Address: 717 W. Sprague Avenue Suite 800 Spokane WA 99201
Scope of Services:
Provide prafeccinnal cervi oe to to mnchirt mnvament analycea at the intercertion
of Oregon Ave and Ainsworth St and provide recommendations for intersection controls
Term: Completion Date: December 31, 2014
Payments to Consultant:
❑ Hourly Rate: $
O Fixed Sum of $ 13,025
❑ Other:
Insurance to be Provided:
1. Commercial General Liability:
❑ $1,000,000 each occurrence;
❑ $2,000,000 general aggregate; or
® $1,000,000 each occurrence; and $ 2,000,000 general aggregate
2. Professional Liability:
® $1,000,000 per claim;
❑ $1,000,000 policy aggregate limit; or
❑ $ per claim; and $ per policy aggregate limit
Other Information:
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FOR: City Council October 20, 2014
TO: Dave Zabell, City ManagQ?t
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orkshop Mtg.: 10/27/2014
Regular Mtg.: 11/3/2014
SUBJECT: Road 68 Corridor Improvements — Amendment No. 1
I. REFERENCE(S):
1. Road 68 Corridor Improvements — Amendment No. 1 Summary Sheet
2. Road 68 Corridor Improvements — Vicinity Map
IL ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
10/27: Discussion
11/3: MOTION: I move to approve Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services
Agreement with HDJ, continuing professional services with
respect to the Road 68 Corridor Improvements, in the amount of
$31,461.30 and further, authorize the City Manager to execute the
agreement.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
Arterial Fund— $31,461.30
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A) Road 68 Corridor is a significant corridor in the city. It serves the city's highest
concentration of commerce. Approximately 48,000 to 50,000 cars travel daily through
the intersection of Road 68 and Burden Blvd. In September 2012, the City Council
adopted the Road 68 Corridor Study findings that identified safety and capacity
constraints.
B) On March 18, 2013, City Council authorized the design of the Project by approving a
Professional Services Agreement with HDJ Design Group, in the amount of $128,957.
C) The Project was designed, advertised, bid and is currently under construction.
V. DISCUSSION:
A) During the Project's Design Phase, the Consultant was required to perform several
additional design efforts that were not part of the original scope and modify previously
completed design work as a result of changes requested by WSDOT and clarifications to
Federal requirements. HDJ Design groups out -of -scope efforts included additional
review meetings with City staff to resolve design elements due to the complexity of the
project; changes made to the street lighting design in order to make it compatible with the
City/FPUD street light replacement program; and design plan revisions due to the
addition of an extra left -turn pocket along Road 68 to accommodate the UPS Store and
adjacent businesses.
B) Kittelson & Associates, a subconsultant to HDJ Design Group, also was requested to
perform additional out -of -scope work including participation in additional conference
calls and meetings to resolve WSDOT & FHWA requirements for combining the two
federally funded projects into one combined project; added design and construction plan
development to include the intersections of Road 68 / Argent Road and Road 68 / Chapel
Hill Boulevard into the project.
C) Staff has reviewed HDJ Design Group's request for additional compensation and
concludes that the amount correctly reflects the additional level of effort that was
required; and that the amount of the request is reasonable. Staff recommends to City
Council that the Supplemental Agreement be approved.
3(i)
Professional Services Agreement
(Summary Sheet)
Project: Road 68 Improvements, Phase 2 - Amendment No. 1
Consultant: HDJ Design Group
Address: 314 W. 15th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660
Scope of Services: During the Road 68 Design process, the City of Pasco requested that the desiqn
team provide several work items that were not included in the scope. HDJ has also assisted the City in
addressing bidding and construction issues. HDJ proposes adding the scope below to the existing
Completion Date: December31, 2014
Payments to Consultant:
❑ Hourly Rate: $
x❑ Fixed Sum of: $ 31,461.30
❑ Other:
Insurance to be Provided:
1. Commercial General Liability:
❑ $1,000,000 each occurrence;
❑ $2,000,000 general aggregate; or
® $1,000,000 each occurrence; and $ 2,000,000 general aggregate
2. Professional Liability:
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❑ $1,000,000 policy aggregate limit; or
❑ $ per claim; and $ per policy aggregate limit
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FOR: City Council October 21, 2014
TO: David Zabell, City Manage Workshop Mtg.: 10/27/14
Rick White,f Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
Community & Economic Development Director
FROM: Angela R. Pitman, Block Grant Administrator
SUBJECT: 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan
I. REFERENCE(S):
1. 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan —Proposed Resolution
2. 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan — Outreach and Consultation Summary
3. 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan — Planning Commission Minutes: 10/16/14
4. 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan — Draft Plan
H. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
10/27: DISCUSSION
11/3: MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No.3596 approving the 2015-
2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
$3.8 million in Federal CDBG and HOME funds estimated over the 5 -year period.
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A. The present Tri -Cities Home Consortium Consolidated Plan for the Cities of Kennewick,
Pasco and Richland will expire on December 31, 2014. The submission of a complete
Consolidated Plan is required at least once every five years and must be approved by HUD.
B. Public forums were held on June 17, 2014 wherein the public were invited to provide input
in three forums: housing, public services/human services/special needs, and first responders.
Twenty-eight (28) community stakeholders were consulted either in person or by phone and
17 local plans were reviewed. Comments and public testimony from these efforts are
summarized in the attached "Outreach and Consultation Summary."
C. Public hearings were advertised and held before the Pasco Planning Commission on June 24,
2014 and July 17, 2014, seeking public input and comments to assess priority needs. A
public hearing was also advertised and held before the Planning Commission on October 16,
2014 seeking public input and comment on the draft plan, no comments were received.
Minutes of the 10/16/14 Planning Commission Meeting are attached.
D. The goals of the Strategic Plan formulated from community needs identified during this
process are particularly important in that all HUD assisted projects submitted over the
upcoming five years must be consistent with these goals.
E. HUD regulations require the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and Pasco's Annual Action Plan
for 2015 be submitted by November 15, 2014.
V. DISCUSSION
A. The Strategic Action Plan was revised to consolidate seven goals in the previous plan into
three priority need areas and goals as follows:
1. Affordable housing creation, preservation, access and choice,
2. Community, neighborhood and economic development, and
3. Homeless intervention and prevention and supportive services.
B. The Consolidated Plan is a blueprint for CDBG and HOME funded activities for the years
2015 through 2019. In addition, all third party activities, such as development of assisted
housing must be consistent with the overall intent of the Plan. The Plan's focus is to
establish priorities for funding programs for the year 2015 and beyond, and to design
flexibility in the process to accommodate the City's discretion to use funds where those
funds are best used.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2�RW
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2015-2019 TRI -CITIES CONSOLIDATED
PLAN FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME
INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS (HOME) PROGRAMS.
WHEREAS, the Cities of Pasco, Richland and Kennewick have contracted with Linda
Rinaldi & Associates and John Epler & Associates, HUD Consultants, to prepare the
Consolidated Plan for the program years 2015 through 2019 which includes a detailed Strategic
Action Plan developed from a needs assessment; and
WHEREAS, the City of Pasco has advertised and participated in three workshops and
public meetings to assess the community needs; and
WHEREAS, the City staff, Planning Commission and City Council have reviewed the
Consolidated Plan and received a briefing regarding input and results of this effort; NOW
THEREFORE;
That the 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan for CDBG and HOME Programs is accepted
and approved.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco this day of 12014.
CITY OF PASCO:
Matt Watkins
Mayor
ATTEST:
Debra L. Clark
CMC City Clerk
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Leland B. Kerr
City Attorney
TRI -CITIES CONSOLIDATED PLAN 2015-2019 (DRAFT October 2014)
OUTREACH AND CONSULTATION SUMMARY
Public Comments:
The draft Tri -Cities Regional Consolidated Plan 2015-2019 is available for public comment through
November 1, 2014. Notice of the availability of the draft Plan was placed in newspapers (Tri -Cities
Herald and to Decides). When comments are received, they will be addressed, as needed, in the Plan.
Public hearings were advertised and scheduled at two points during the process: the hearing on needs
were held June 24 and July 17, 2014, and the hearing on the final Plan on October 16, 2014.
Consultation
The following agencies were consulted either in person or by phone:
• Beacon Housing
• Benton Franklin Community Action Connections
• Benton Franklin Continuum of Care
• Benton Franklin Counties Department of Human Services
• Benton Franklin Health District
• Columbia Basin Veterans Coalition
• Domestic Violence Services of Benton and Franklin Counties
• Habitat for Humanity
• Housing Authority City of Pasco and Franklin County
• Housing Authority, City of Kennewick
• Kennewick Code Enforcement
• Kennewick Fire Department
• Kennewick Planning Department
• Kennewick Police Department
• Pasco Administrative and Community Services
• Pasco Community and Economic Development
• Pasco Code Enforcement (Rental Inspection Program)
• Pasco Downtown Development Authority
• Pasco Planning Department
• Pasco Public Works/Engineering Department
• Richland Community and Development Services
• Richland Fire Department
• Richland Police Department
• Richland Public Works Department
• Shalom Ecumenical Center/SEC Affordable Housing
• Tri -Cities Food Bank
• Tri -Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• United Way of Benton and Franklin Counties
• World Relief of Tri -Cities
Two meetings were held — one focusing on housing and the other on human services. Invitations were
sent by mail to all relevant agencies on the contact list maintained by the Tri -Cities for communication
about Consolidated Plans, Annual Plans and notice of funding availability. In addition, the meetings were
advertised in the newspapers in advance of the meetings. Both meetings were sparsely attended. The
meeting focusing on human services was attended byjust two people and the meeting on housing was
attended byjust four individuals other than staff. While lightly attended, input was very helpful in
developing the Consolidated Plan. The input was consistent with that obtained in the interviews.
Another meeting was held with a narrower focus on just those who could be considered "first
responders" in the community. Police, fire and code enforcement representatives were invited to speak
about needs in the Tri -Cities. These individuals are most likely to see people in crisis or people who are
vulnerable or isolated. Their comments are woven throughout the Plan.
Plans Reviewed
The following plans were used for input on needs and priorities:
• Benton and Franklin Counties Department of Human Services, 10 -Year Plan to End
Homelessness, Phase Two, Update 2012
• Benton Franklin Council of Governments, Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
(CEDS) 2014
• Benton -Franklin Community Health Alliance, Community Health Improvement Plan for the
People of Benton and Franklin Counties 2013-20174
• Benton -Franklin Community Health Alliance, Community Health Needs Assessment for Benton
and Franklin Counties 2012
• City of Kennewick Capital Improvements Plan
• City of Kennewick Comprehensive Plan 2013
• City of Pasco Capital Improvements Plan
• City of Pasco Comprehensive Plan 2007-2027
• City of Richland Capital Improvements Plan
• City of Richland Comprehensive Land Use Plan
• Domestic Violence Services of Benton and Franklin Counties 2009-2010 Annual Report
• Downtown Pasco Development Authority 2013 Annual Report and Work Plan
• Housing Authority City of Kennewick, PHA 5 -Year and Annual Plan
• Housing Authority City of Pasco and Franklin County, PHA 5 -Year and Annual Plan
• South East Washington Aging and Long Term Care 2012-2015 Area Plan
• TRIDEC New Economy Target Industry Analysis, Parts I and 11
United Way of Benton and Franklin Counties Community Solutions, Asset Assessment
Comprehensive Report 2007
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
10/16/2014
I. Block Grant Preliminary Draft of the 2015-2019 Tri -Cities
Consolidated Plan IMF# BGAP 2014-0071
Chairman Cruz read the master file number and asked for comments from staff.
Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director, discussed the preliminary
draft of the 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan. The Consolidated Plan is
established to provide a framework on how to utilize Block Grant and HOME fund
money. Mr. White referred to the draft plan which was sent to the Planning
Commissioners and is available on the City website as well as the Pasco Branch
Libraries. The major change in this plan from previous years is the format due to a
change in federal reporting requirements. Instead of seven goals there are only three
goals; (1) Affordable housing creation, preservation, access and choice, (2) Community,
neighborhood and economic development and (3) Homeless intervention and prevention
and supportive services. Each goal has a priority system for recommending what should
or should not be considered for funding.
With no questions or comments the public hearing was closed.
2015-2019
TRI -CITIES CONSOLIDATED PLAN
(Consolidated Community Development and Affordable Housing Plan)
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TRI -CITIES HOME CONSORTIUM
City of Richland
Michelle Burden
840 Northgate Drive
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 942-7580 [F] (509) 942-7764
MBurden@CI.RICH LAND. WA.US
City of Kennewick
Carol Hughs Evans
210 W. 6th Avenue
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509)585-4432 [F](509)585-4445
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Angie Pitman
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David W. Rose, Mayor
Cynthia D. Johnson, City Manager
Richland City Council
Phillip Lemley, Mayor Pro Tem
Brad Anderson, Council Member
Terry Christensen, Council Member
Gregory L. Jones, Council Member
Robert Thompson, Council Member
Sandra Kent, Council Member
Housing and Community Development
Advisory Committee
Richard Nordgren, Chair
Lloyd Becker, Vice Chair
Karlene Crume
Barry Long
Jhoanna Jones
Joe Ochoa
Tony Vader
Calvin Rinne
Bradley Bricker
Community Development Department
William King, Deputy City Manager
Michelle Burden, Housing Resources Specialist
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City of Kennewick
Steve C. Young, Mayor
Marie Mosley, City Manager
Kennewick City Council
Don Britain, Mayor Pro Tem
Gregory Jones, Council Member
John Trumbo, Council Member
RE "Bob" Olson, Council Member
Paul Parish, Council Member
Bob Parks, Council Member
Community Development Block Grant
Advisory Committee
, Chair
Vice Chair
Ed Mullhausen
John Grace
Ron Hue
Pat Johnstone -Jones
Roger Nelson
Marilyn Hyde
Corporate & Community Services,
Housing and Community Development
Kevin Ferguson, Assistant City Manager
Carol Hughs Evans, Community Development Block Grant Coordinator
City of Paseo
Matt Watkins, Mayor, At Large
Dave Zabell, City Manager
Pasco City Council
Mayor Pro -Tem Rebecca Francik, District 5
Councilman Al Yenney, District 1
Councilman Mike Garrison, District 2
Councilman Bob Hoffmann, District 3
Councilman Saul Martinez, District 4
Councilman Tom Larsen, At Large
Planning Commission
Chair Joe Cruz, Chairman
Tony Bachart, Commissioner
Jana Kempf, Commissioner
Alecia Greenaway, Commissioner
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Loren Polk, Commissioner
Zahra Khan, Commissioner
Gabriel Portugal, Commissioner
Community & Economic Development
Rick White, Director
Krystle Shanks, Administrative Assistant II
Angie Pitman, Block Grant Administrator
Dave McDonald, City Planner
Jeff Adams, Associate Planner
Shane O'Neill, Planner/
Special assistance with mapping
City of Pasco
GIS Technician, Jerry Dilger
Consultants for the
2015 — 2019 Consolidated Plan
Linda R'inaldi & Associates
Linda Rinaldi
John Epler & Associates
John Epler
TRI -CITIES REGIONAL
CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND
5 -YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN
2015-2019
Review Draft
OCTOBER 2014
TRI -CITIES REGIONAL CONSOLIDATED PLAN DRAFT AMENDED 10-14-14
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
PURPOSE OF THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN
Local Planning
The 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Regional Consolidated Plan represents a continuing collaboration of the three
principal cities in developing a common set of goals and directions to meet affordable housing,
infrastructure, community development and other needs. The Consolidated Plan provides the
community with: an assessment of housing and community development needs with a focus on low -
and moderate -income persons (defined as households with incomes falling below 80% of the HUD -
defined Area Median Income, AMI); reviews of housing market conditions; established goals responding
to priority needs; and, a basis for developing annual plans to implement the Five -Year Strategic Plan.
Managing the Process (PR05)
Each of the three cities receives an annual entitlement of CDBG funds for housing and community
development activities within their jurisdiction. The staff of Kennewick and Pasco Departments of
Community and Economic Development, and staff of the Richland Planning and Redevelopment
Department, each administer CDBG funds for their individual cities.
Since 1995, when the three cities formed a consortium to obtain HOME Investment Partnership (HOME)
Program funds, the City of Richland has been the designated lead for the consortium and the
Consolidated Plan. The City of Richland Planning and Redevelopment Department administers the
HOME Program forthe consortium and is the legal entity for the Consolidated Plan. The City of
Kennewick and the City of Pasco support the City of Richland in the administration of the HOME
Program and in meeting the Consolidated Plan requirements.
Federal Program Objectives
The Consolidated Plan establishes local priorities consistent with national objectives and priorities
established by HUD (US Department of Housing and Urban Development), to utilize funds allocated by
the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnership Program. Over
the five-year period covered by the Consolidated Plan, more than $9 million is expected to be available
through these programs with an additional $3 million generated from program income. Match
requirements of the HOME Program will be met from sources such as volunteer labor, land donations,
material donations and fee waivers.
CDBG Program Objectives HOME Program Objectives
Provide decent housing Expand the supply of decent, safe, sanitary
Create a suitable living environment and affordable housing
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SUMMARY OF NEEDS AND GOALS
Summary of Objectives and Outcomes (ES05)
Three priority needs were identified and goals established corresponding to those needs. All three needs
were given high priority. Needs were determined by review of data and available information, reference
to applicable assessments and strategic plans, and from input from stakeholders, agencies and others
consulted in the process of developing the plan.
There is a need for affordable housing creation, preservation, access and choice. The corresponding goal
is to increase and preserve affordable housing choices. Activities under this goal would include
expanding the supply of affordable housing units by developing owner and renter -occupied housing,
including acquisition and rehabilitation. Activities would also include providing financial assistance to
local housing development organizations to increase the supply of affordable housing. Funds will sustain
or improve the quality of existing affordable housing stock, such as rehabilitation of housing, eligible
code enforcement tasks, energy efficiency/weatherization improvements, removal of spot blight
conditions, and ADA improvements. Funds will increase community awareness of lead -paint hazards and
assist with testing for lead hazards. Homeownership opportunities will be provided through such
activities as gap financing, downpayment assistance and infill ownership.
The second need is for community, neighborhood and economic development with a corresponding
high priority goal of the same name. Activities would include support for businesses that create jobs for
lower-income residents and/or businesses that provide essential services to lower-income
neighborhoods or provide stability to at -risk or blighted areas through activities such as facade
improvements and support for micro -enterprises. Funds may support activities that improve the skills of
the local workforce, including those with special needs. Community infrastructure would be supported
by provision and improvements such as ADA ramps, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets, parks,
playgrounds, community gardens, and street lights. Funds may provide LID assessment payments for
lower income households. Funds will be used to provide or improve public facilities, including
neighborhood centers, recreation facilities, and neighborhood beautification projects.
The third need is for homeless intervention and prevention, and for supportive services with a
corresponding goal of the same name. Activities and projects under this goal would support public
services that respond to the immediate needs of persons in crisis and support regional efforts to meet
the basic living needs of lower-income households and individuals including persons with special needs,
seniors, and disadvantaged youth. Activities and projects would support homeless facilities and increase
housing resources that assist homeless persons toward housing stability and self-sufficiency. Projects
could also support increased case management and a high degree of coordination among providers.
Evaluation of Past Performance (ES05)
The individual cities and the Tri -Cities HOME Consortium have made significant accomplishments in the
course of implementing the last Consolidated Plan (2010-2014). This reflects strong relationships with
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community partners in implementing projects beyond the capacity of any one agency. The ability to
leverage funds and to coordinate projects to make the best use of resources is essential in light of
increasing need and diminishing resources. One of the challenges faced by the cities of Richland,
Kennewick and Pasco is limited staff available to administer and implement CDBG and HOME funded
projects in these three rapidly growing communities.
Kennewick, Pasco and Richland have made significant progress in achieving goals. Certainly recognition
of implementation capacity has helped with that achievement. Over the course of past reporting year
alone (2013), 18 households have been helped to purchase homes for the first time, over 24,000 people
have benefitted from code enforcement activities which resulted in mandatory improvements for many,
and another three households have benefitted from grant -supported housing rehabilitation.
Neighborhoods have been improved with the addition of street lightings, curbs, gutters and sidewalks,
along with improvements to meet ADA requirements. The potential forjobs and economic development
is reflected in support provided for training and technical assistance, along with improvements to
business districts. Accomplishments also include continued support for low-income populations in the
form of services. Notably this includes support for senior citizens (meals and in-home chore services),
disadvantaged youth, and persons with disabilities. A particular accomplishment was completion of a
project to provide housing for persons with developmental disabilities. Projects also contributed to
successful transition from homelessness and emergency relief to prevent homelessness.
Consultation and Citizen Participation Critical Elements of the Plan
Steps outlined in the Citizen Participation Plan for Housing and Community Development Programs
provide opportunities for citizen involvement in the planning process and to assure that key
organizations and agencies were consulted. The Citizen Participation Plan provides for broad
involvement, public hearings, and opportunities to comment on needs and proposed plans.
Summary of Citizen Consultation (ES -OS)
Complete at end of comment period.
Summary of Public Comments (ES05)
Complete at end of comment period.
Summary of Comments not Accepted (ES05)
Complete at end of comment period.
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND CONSULTATION
This section describes the community consultation process followed in developing the Consolidated Plan
and the role and contribution of other local and regional policies and plans.
Citizen Participation and Consultation
The Tri -Cities Citizen Participation Plan for Housing and Community Development Programs guides the
consolidated planning and citizen participation process, providing opportunities for citizens, agencies,
governmental organizations, faith based organizations, and other interested parties to view, discuss, and
comment on needs, performance, and proposed activities.
Agency Consultation and Coordination
Summary of Coordination (PRI 0)
In the process of developing the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan, the Cities reached out to organizations
and agencies in a number of ways. Focused meetings were held to gain input in identified areas,
particularly housing, human services and emergency services/basic needs. In addition to targeted
invitations, notices were placed in local newspapers inviting the community at large to attend the
affordable housing and human services meetings. While sparsely attended, the meetings yielded
valuable input and served as a framework for follow-up interviews with key housing providers, nonprofit
organizations and agencies.
Focused scheduled meetings included:
• Affordable housing, including supportive housing
• Public, human services, including special and basic needs
• Code enforcement and emergency services, including first responders
• Community infrastructure needs, provision and opportunities
Each of the three cities worked with an advisory board in preparation of the Consolidated Plan:
• Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee, City of Richland
• Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee, City of Kennewick
• Planning Commission, City of Pasco
Coordination with Continuum of Care (PR10)
The Benton Franklin Housing Continuum of Care ("Continuum") has established three primary goals to
pursue in coordinating the homeless provider community in its efforts to end homelessness in the two
counties:
• To communicate, coordinate and collaborate among providers and others in development of the
Benton and Franklin County 10 -Year Homeless Housing Plan to work toward reducing
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homelessness. The Plan is used in securing resources and funding pertaining to the concerns of
people who are without a safe, decent, and affordable place to live.
• To develop and recommend the Continuum's objectives, projects and strategies to meet specific
needs that will increase housing, decrease homelessness; alter the public's perception of
homelessness; provide education, training and technical assistance to advocates, providers and
other Continuum members.
To invite and encourage low-income/homeless individuals to participate in the planning process
through public meetings held at Community Based Organizations and/or by any other means the
Continuum may deem appropriate.
Phase II strategies of the Continuum's Action plan include a focus on:
• Implementation of a Benton -Franklin County Coordinated Entry System
• Recognizing that homelessness results from a complex set of challenges, creating more linkages
across community services, and providing comprehensive case management
• Improving outcomes and evaluating data to improve and determine effective services
• Encouraging flexibility in providing services and meeting housing needs
• Meeting the needs of currently underserved "special need" populations
Members of the Continuum meet frequently to work on these strategies and coordinate on a wide
variety of issues facing the homeless in the area. In addition, members of the Continuum are currently
active on the Steering Committee of the 33 -county Balance of Washington State Continuum and are
active in the subcommittee structure.
Coordination with Emergency Solutions Grant (PR10)
The Continuum is an active member of the Balance of State Continuum. ESG funds available to the Tri -
Cities are allocated from the State Department of Commerce which is also staff to the Balance of State
Continuum. ESG Program coordination is conducted through the Balance of State Steering Committee
on a policy level and through the Department of Commerce for administrative procedures. The
Department of Commerce also staffs the HMIS system which is essentially statewide. While staff at the
local nonprofit and county Continuum level enters data in the HMIS, they also maintain the data and
prepare periodic reports on program outcomes which are readily accessible to the Tri -Cities Continuum.
At least once a year, and generally twice, the Department consults with all ESG stakeholders to review
performance standards and obtain their input on fund allocation proposals, policy plans and
administrative procedures.
Summary of Agency Consultation (PRIG)
Interviews were held with individual stakeholders and agencies, as well as advocates for program
recipients. These interviews included government representatives from each of the three cities, the
housing authorities, other providers of housing and social services, and agencies who could speak to the
needs in the Tri -Cities and consult on opportunities to meet those needs. .
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Completed consultations included:
• Beacon Housing
• Benton Franklin Community Action Connections
• Benton Franklin Continuum of Care
• Benton Franklin Counties Department of Human Services
• Benton Franklin Health District
• Columbia Basin Veterans Coalition
• Domestic Violence Services of Benton and Franklin Counties
• Habitat for Humanity
• Housing Authority City of Pasco and Franklin County
• Housing Authority, City of Kennewick
• Kennewick Code Enforcement
• Kennewick Fire Department
• Kennewick Planning Department
• Kennewick Police Department
• Pasco Administrative and Community Services
• Pasco Community and Economic Development
• Pasco Code Enforcement (Rental Inspection Program)
• Pasco Downtown Development Authority
• Pasco Planning Department
• Pasco Public Works/Engineering Department
• Richland Community and Development Services
• Richland Fire Department
• Richland Police Department
• Richland Public Works Department
• Shalom Ecumenical Center/SEC Affordable Housing
• Tri -Cities Food Bank
• Tri -Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• United Way of Benton and Franklin Counties
• World Relief of Tri -Cities
Agencies not Consulted (PRIO)
No major agencies involved in housing or community development were intentionally excluded from
consultation. Every effort was made to ensure advance publication of meetings and opportunities to
contribute.
Plans Consulted and Regional Planning Efforts Considered (PRSO)
In addition to direct consultation with agencies and key stakeholders, numerous local and regional plans
outlining needs and strategies were considered in preparation of this Consolidated Plan. It is important
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to note that needs assessments conducted by providers included direct consultation with recipients and
members of the communities served in projects funded using CDBG and HOME grant funds.
The following list details plans and needs assessments consulted:
• Benton and Franklin Counties Department of Human Services, 10 -Year Plan to End
Homelessness, Phase Two, Update 2012
• Benton Franklin Council of Governments, Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
(CEDS) 2014
• Benton -Franklin Community Health Alliance, Community Health Improvement Plan for the
People of Benton and Franklin Counties 2013-20174
• Benton -Franklin Community Health Alliance, Community Health Needs Assessment for Benton
and Franklin Counties 2012
• City of Kennewick Capital Improvements Plan
• City of Kennewick Comprehensive Plan 2013
• City of Pasco Capital Improvements Plan
• City of Pasco Comprehensive Plan 2007-2027
• City of Richland Capital Improvements Plan
• City of Richland Comprehensive Land Use Plan
• Domestic Violence Services of Benton and Franklin Counties 2009-2010 Annual Report
• Downtown Pasco Development Authority 2013 Annual Report and Work Plan
• Housing Authority City of Kennewick, PHA 5 -Year and Annual Plan
• Housing Authority City of Pasco and Franklin County, PHA 5 -Year and Annual Plan
• South East Washington Aging and Long Term Care 2012-2015 Area Plan
• TRIDEC New Economy Target Industry Analysis, Parts I and II
• United Way of Benton and Franklin Counties Community Solutions, Asset Assessment
Comprehensive Report 2007
Coordination with Public Entities in Implementation (PRIG)
Tri -Cities CDBG and HOME staff works with a variety of nonprofit and governmental agencies during
planning, proposal, and implementation of funded projects. While the City of Richland is the lead entity,
it relies heavily on the staff in Kennewick and Richland for support in implementing and reporting on
HOME program activities. Each city is responsible for all functions of its CDBG program.
In addition to this and interdepartmental working relationships, Benton Franklin Community Action CAC,
TRIDEC, Continuum of Care, Council of Governments, and several nonprofit agencies work in all three
cities, improving the effectiveness of coordination and efficiencies. The three cities are in close
proximity, with many common issues and opportunities, despite sitting in two counties. Nonprofit
organizations and agencies commonly provide services across the region and participate in committees
crossing jurisdictional lines.
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The Commissioners of the Housing Authorities are appointed by the City Councils. There is a close
working relationship with the Housing Authorities, some of whom have used HOME and CDBG funds for
housing development activities and whose residents have benefitted from public services delivered by
the area's nonprofit agencies. A limitation on cooperative efforts is the lack of new federal resources
available to the Housing Authorities that could supplement HOME and CDBG funds.
Citizen Participation
The Cities have consistently used their relationships with faith -based and nonprofit organizations, and
local coalitions to obtain input on needs in the community and proposed activities. Efforts to reach out,
particularly to populations potentially served by CDBG and HOME programs, were made in several ways.
Focused meetings and individual interviews were conducted to obtain input on needs and the strategic
plan as it was developed. In addition to individual invitations, notices of meetings were publicized in
advance and citizens with an interest in commenting were encouraged to attend. Notices of meetings
were published in the Tri -City Herald and in Spanish in to Decides.
Individual interviews were held with key informants who could speak to primary needs, barriers,
underserved populations, activities currently effective in meeting needs, and those with potential to
meet needs. The planning process also incorporated needs assessments and strategic plans of agencies,
including the Housing Authorities and key imlilementing agencies, and local governments.
Citizens and agencies in each of the cities were encouraged to comment on needs including at public
hearings held in each city. The community was notified through newspaper advertisements of the
availability of the draft Tri -Cities Regional Consolidated Plan for review. The draft Plan was distributed to
the Kennewick Housing Authority and the Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County,
made available on the website of each city and at each City Hall, and made available at libraries in
Kennewick, Pasco and Richland.
The following summarizes opportunities for citizen participation in development of the Tri -Cities
Regional Consolidated Plan 2015-2019:
• Focused meetings on housing and human services were held 6/17/14 and advertisements for
those meetings were published in the Tri -City Herald and in Spanish in to Decides
• Public hearings on needs were held in Kennewick on 5/27/14, in Pasco on 6/24/14, and in
Richland on 7/8/14. Notices of the meetings were published in the Tri -City Herald and in Spanish
in to Decides
• Complete information on public hearings on plans at end of comment period.
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ASSESSMENT OF NEEDS
BACKGROUND
The Tri -Cities (Kennewick, Pasco and Richland) cover an area of over 100 square miles, in two counties
(Benton and Franklin) in Southeast Washington. The cities are located at the confluence of the Columbia
River and two of its major tributaries, the Snake and Yakima Rivers. The Tri -Cities, considered together,
is a regional population, economic and transportation hub. However, the cities have unique origins and
differences in industry and populations.'
Construction of the Grand Coulee Dam in the 1930s and the Columbia Basin Irrigation Project and
McNary Dam in the 1950s provided water for agriculture. Advances in agricultural chemistry increased
the feasibility of dry -land farming, also in the 1950s, boosting agriculture and creating the agrichemical
industry near Kennewick, which remains a major regional economic resource. The largest of the Tri -
Cities, Kennewick has an economy supported by light manufacturing, food processing, retail trade, and
services.
Farms cover more than a million acres in Benton and Franklin Counties; potatoes, wheat, apples, grapes,
alfalfa, strawberries, asparagus, corn, and hops are its biggest income producers. In recent years, the Tri -
Cities area has become increasingly known for its wine production and growth of a variety of world-class
grapes. Much of this production is shipped from port facilities in the Tri -Cities. Pasco is the region's
gateway to Columbia Basin agribusiness, and is the center of food processing forthe region. Downtown
Pasco is flavored by its relatively large percentage of Hispanic residents and businesses.
Hanford, developed during WWII, resulted in the rapid growth of Richland and to a highly technical
economic base. Hanford continued to thrive after the war because of both military and civilian uses of
nuclear energy. While plutonium production ended in 1988, environmental cleanup continues today as
does a thriving nuclear research industry. The smallest of the three cities, Richland is known for its
resident scientists and technicians working in one of the country's most important nuclear research
laboratories —the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) —which is the
second largest high-tech company in the state behind Microsoft.
POPULATION
Population Growth
Compared to Washington, the Tri -Cities region has experienced tremendous growth in the last 20 years.
At the county level, population in Benton County increased 56% between 1990 and 2010 and Franklin
County population increased by 109%, compared to Washington's growth of 38% over the same 20 -year
Van Arsddol, T., "Tri -Cities: The Mid -Columbia Hub," in the Tri -Cities Profile, Washington State Employment Security. (April 2001).
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period. The strong growth was evident in the last ten years as well — all locations shown in Table 1
exceeded the growth in Washington between 2000 and 2010.
Table 1: Population 1990-2014
Location Census Change 2014
1990 2000 2010 2000.2010 Estimate
Kennewick 1 42,155 1 54,693 1 73,917 1 35% 1 77.700
Richland
32,315
38,708
48,058
24%
52,090
Tri -Cities
94,807
125,467
181,756
45%
197,560
Benton County
112,560
142,475
175,177
23%
186,500
Franklin County
37,473
49,347
78,163
58%
86.600
Source: US Census; CFM population
Natural increase in population accounted for well over half of the population increase between 2000
and 2010 — 63% of the increase in Benton County and 61% of the increase in Franklin County compared
to 54% in the state. Franklin County was ranked first in Washington by percent change in population and
Benton County was ranked 3`d.1 A major impact has been the influx in population as a result of new jobs
resulting from federal funding to expedite the Hanford cleanup. A new Vitrification Plant (which will
convert some of the 450 million gallons of nuclear waste into glass) is due to be completed in 2019.
Annexations accounted for a substantial share of the growth over the last 20 years, particularly in Pasco
and Kennewick. Each of the cities, particularly Pasco, has sections within the larger city boundaries that
are not yet part of the city. Those areas ("doughnut holes") will likely be annexed in the future.
Table 2: Annexations April 1990 -April 2013
Location 1990-2000
Units.
Kennewick 1 834
Pasco 1 1,268 1 3,4531 6901 1,8101 5331 1.454
Richland 1 3131 7211 161 451 71 14
Age of Population
Of the three cities, the median age of the population was highest in Richland in 2010 at 39.4, which was
above that in the United States (37.2) and Washington (37.3). The population in both Kennewick and
Pasco was younger—the median age in Kennewick was 32.6 and Pasco substantially younger at 27.3.
Looking at the components of the population by age in 2010 (Table 4 and Figure 1), the differences in
the three cities are apparent. Richland has a greater percentage of older workers (ages 45 to 64) and
' Washington CFM, Population Trends 2013.
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retirees than Kennewick and Pasco. Pasco is distinguished in having 76% of the population under the age
of 45, so a greater percentage of children and youth, and younger workers.
Table 3: Median Age 2000-2010
Location 2000 2010
Kennewick 1 32.3 1 32.6
Richland 1 37.7 39.4
Benton County 1 34.4 35.6
Franklin Countv 1 28.0 1 28.4
Washington 1 35.31 37.3
United
Table 4: Population by Age Range 2010
Location 1 <20 20-44 45.64 65+
Kennewick 1 31% 1 34% 1 24% 1 11%
Richland
27%
30% 1
28%
15%
Benton County
30%
32%
27%
12%
Franklin County
37%
36%
19%
7%
Washington
26%
34%
27%
1 12%
Figure 1: Population by Age Range 2010
Population 65 and Older
As of the 2010 census, 12% of the population in Washington was age 65 or older. Benton County as a
whole mirrored this —12% of the population was 65 or older. However, just 7% of the population in
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Franklin County was age 65 or older, which was also true of Pasco. The share of the population 65 plus in
Kennewick was 11%, close to the state, but the share in Richland much higher (15% of the population in
2010 was 65 or older).
It is expected that the share of older people will grow as the "baby boomers" (those born between 1946
and 1964) age. The projection In Washington is that 20% of the population will be 65 or older by 2030.3
The projections for both Benton County and Franklin County are lower -18% of the population in
Benton County and 11% of the population in Franklin County will be 65 or older by 2030.
The Tri -Cities, along with other locations in Washington, is increasingly becoming a retirement
destination — a testament to its climate, pace of life, and more affordable housing. This may be a factor
in the older population in Richland, coupled with choices made by employees in industries related to
Hanford to retire in Richland or the Tri -Cities in general. Informants consulted during the planning
process noted that some people coming to work at Hanford -related industries were encouraging their
aging parents to move as well.
Life expectancy has also increased. More people are living longer which, combined with the aging
boomers, will likely impact demand for housing, services, transportation, health care and other
amenities.
Race and Ethnicity
Table 5: Race and Ethnicity 2010
Race/EthnicityCiassification
Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
Benton
Franklin
County
WashingtonCounty
Race*
White
79%
56%
87%
82%
60%
77%
Black/African American
2%
2%
1%
1%
2%
4%
AK Native/American Indian
1%
1%
1%
1%
1%
2%
Asian
2%
2%
5%
3%
2%
7%
Other race alone**
12%
1 37%
3%
9%
1 32%
6%
Two or more races
4%
3%
3%
4%
3%
5%
Ethnicity***
Hispanic
24%
56%
8%
19%
51%
11%
Non -Hispanic
76%
44%
92%
81%
49%
89%
Race/ethnicity combined
Minority****
31%
61%
17%
26%
57%
27%
Non -Hispanic white alone
69%
39%
83%
74%
43%
1 73%
"Race alone; maybe Hispanic, **Includes Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander, ***Maybe of any race
****Hispanic and/or race other than white alone
Source: 2010 US Census
Pasco and all of Franklin County are more diverse than either of the partner cities of Richland and
Kennewick and all of Benton County. Pasco and Kennewick were shown by the census to have a much
3 Washington OFM Forecasting, May 2012.
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higher percentage of Hispanic population than Richland and Washington. Looking at race alone,
however, can be misleading. As Table 5 shows, where there is a high percentage of Hispanic population,
"other race" is also high. Census research has demonstrated that Hispanic responders often identified
race as "other" rather than white. The effect is to show more racial diversity than is actually the case 4
Using the definition of minority populations as being Hispanic and/or a race other than white alone, 61%
of the population in Pasco could be considered minority, as could 31% of the population in Kennewick
and 17% of the population in Richland. Hispanics make up by farthe largest proportion of minority
populations in each of the three cities. In fact, agriculture in the Tri -Cities has been a mainstay to
migrant workers for generations who have stayed to make the Tri -Cities, particularly Pasco, their home.
Disproportionate Concentrations of Minority Populations (NA3O)
For purposes of this Consolidated Plan, disproportionate concentrations are assumed to exist in block
groups in which the percentage of minority populations is greater than ten percentage points of the
percentage of minority populations in the jurisdiction as a whole. Minority is defined here as Hispanic
and/or a race other than white alone. Given the differences between the three cities, disproportionality
is considered within each city rather than across the region as a whole.
In Pasco, where 61% of the population was minority in 2010, disproportionate concentrations occur
when 72% of more of the population is minority. This was the case of virtually all of Pasco east of
Highway 395, which encompasses downtown Pasco and the immediately surrounding residential areas.
These block groups contain the majority (51%) of the population of Pasco. Another 6% of the population
live in block groups in which from 50% to 71% of the population was minority, 36% lived in block groups
in which from 30% to 49% of the population was minority.
In Kennewick, where 31% of the population was minority in 2010, disproportionate concentrations
occur when 42% of more of the population is minority. That was the case in 12 block groups dispersed
throughout the City, which combined contained 24% of the population. Another 44% of the population
lived in block groups with between 20% and 41% minority population and 32% of the population lived in
block groups with between 10% and 19% minority population.
In Richland, where 17% of the population was minority in 2010, disproportionate concentrations occur
when 28% or more of the population is minority. That was the case in just one block group containing
4% of the population in 2010. Eighty percent of the population of Richland lived in block groups with
between 10% and 19% minority population and 16% lived in block groups with between 20% and 27%
minority populations.
'Cohn, D'Vera, "Millions of Americans changed their racial or ethnic identity from one census to the next," PewResearch Center, May 2014
(pewreserach,org/a uthor/dcohn).
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Immigration and Linguistic Diversity
While most residents of the Tri -Cities were native-born in the United States, a substantial share were
not. Most of the foreign -born residents were from a Latin-American country, followed by Asia. Twenty-
seven percent of Pasco residents were estimated to have been foreign -born (Table 6), mostly from a
Latin American country. This is consistent with agricultural workers who for years have been coming to
Eastern Washington and the Tri -Cities and settled to make it their home.
Table 6: Place of Birth 2008-2012 Estimates
Place of Birth
Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
Benton
County
Franklin
County
Washington
Native
89%
73%
92%
91%
75%
87%
Foreign born
11%
27%
8%
9%
25%
13%
Region of birth*
Latin America
64%
91%
18%
57%
90%
31%
Asia
21%
46%
23%
5%
40%
Europe
23%
12%
3%1726
Other
15%
9%
13%
8%
2%
12%
*Of foreign -born.
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
There are also a number of refugees coming into the Tri -Cities each year. World Relief Tri -Cities
estimates that the agency resettles about 200 people a year, including children. The agency focuses on
seeing to immediate needs of refugees, including short-term housing, access to services and benefits,
enrolling children in school, ESL classes for parents, employment and immigration services. The array of
services and assistance, however, are of short duration. Most refugees are able to overcome the
substantial difficulties such immigration entails and resettle successfully.
Limited English can be a barrier in access to services and doing business in the Tri -Cities. In Pasco, 32% of
the population over the age of five spoke English less than very well (Table 7). In each of the cities there
is a portion of the population potentially isolated by lack of English skills. World Relief also identified lack
of access to phone translation as isolating to refugees accessing services.
Table 7: Language Spoken at Home 2008-2012 Estimates*
Language
Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
English only
79%
48%
88%
Spanish
17%
49%
4%
Other
4%
3%
8%
Speak English less than very well
10%
32%
3%
*By population 5 years and older
Source: 2008-2012 Ars
Households
There were a total of 64,956 households in the Tri -Cities as of the 2010 census, of which 70% were
family households and 30% nonfamily. Pasco had a larger percentage of family households and a larger
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percentage of families with their own children under 18 than was true of Kennewick and Richland. Over
7,500 households (7,694 or 12% of total households) were single parents (no spouse present) with
children. This is significant in that single parents, particularly women raising children alone, are more
frequently living in poverty than 2 -parent households. As of the 5 -year 2012 American Community
Survey, one-third of children under age 18 in the Tri -Cities were living in single -parent households (no
spouse present). The majority (78%) were female heads of household (no husband present).
Table 8: Households 2010
Type of Household
Kennewick
Number %
I Pasco
Number
%
Richland
Number %
Tri -Cities
Number %
Total households
27,266
17,983
=
19,707
=
64,956
Family households
18,528
68%
13,863
77%
12,974
66%
45,365
70%
With own children <18
9,444
35%
8,398
47%
5,654
29%
23,496
36%
Male householder"
1,554
6%
1,275
7%
827
4%
3,656
6%
With own children <18
958
4%
734
4%
478
2%
2,170
39i
Female householder"
3,532
13%
2,678
15%
1,972
30% 1
8,182
13%
With own children <18
2,409
9%
1,875
30%
1,240
6%
5,524
1 9%
Nonfamily households
8,738
32%
4,120
23%
6,733
34%
19,591
30%
Householder living alone
7,005
26%
3,049
17%
5,559
28%
15,613
24%
Male
3,320
12%
1,528
8%
2,533
13%
7,381
11%
65 and over
664
2%
308
2%
525
3%
1,497
2%
Female
3,685
14%
1,521
8%
3,026
15%
8,232
13%
65 and older
1,736
6%
639
4%
1,464
7%
3,839
6%
Average household size
2.67
3.30
2.42
*All percentages are of total households
**No spouse present
Source: 2010 US Census
Across the Tri -Cities, 24% of all households were comprised of people living alone. This was much more
the case in Kennewick (26% living alone) and Richland (28% living alone) than Pasco (17% living alone).
As a comparison, 27% of households in Washington in 2010 consisted of single individuals. Eight percent
of all households were single individuals age 65 and older- almost three times as many women as men.
The average size of households in 2010 ranged from 2.42 in Richland to 3.30 in Pasco. The average sizes
have been relatively stable since 1990. The size of households in owner -occupied units in 2010 was
somewhat higher than in renter -occupied units in each of the three cities.
Group Quarters
In each of the cities, 99% of the population in 2010 lived in households and just 1% lived in group
quarters. Group quarters are defined by the census as places where people live or stay in a group
situation which is generally owned or managed by an entity providing housing and/or services.
Institutional group quarters include facilities such as correctional, nursing/skilled nursing, inpatient
hospice, mental (psychiatric) hospitals, and group homes or residential treatment centers for juveniles.
Noninstitutional group quarters include facilities such as college housing, residential treatment centers
for adults, workers living centers, and religious group quarters.
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Table 9: Group Quarters 2010
Group Quarters
I Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
Population in group quarters
1,081
385
285
Institutionalized
930
1 276
163
Noninstitutionalized
151
109
122
Source: 2010 US Census
ECONOMY AND EMPLOYMENT
The Bureau of Labor Statistics' estimated that there were 132,600 civilians in the labor force in the Tri -
Cities MSA (Benton and Franklin Counties). The Tri -Cities MSA is the fourth largest in Washington, after
Seattle, Spokane and the Washington portion of the Portland MSA. About 72% of the Tri -Cities MSA
civilian labor force resides in the cities of Kennewick, Richland and Pasco.
Table 10: Occupations of Employed Civilian Workforce 16+ 2008-2012 ACS Estimates
Occupation Kennewick I Pasco I Richland Benton Franklin
Management, business, science, arts
29%
22%
49%
37%
24%
Service
18%
20%
15%
16%
18%
Sales and office
24%
20%
21%
22%
19%
Natural resources, construction, maintenance
15%
21%
7%
13%
21%
Production, transportation, material moving
13%
18%
7%
_ 11% _
17%
-Civilian employed population age 16+
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Table 11: Industries of Employed Civilian Workforce 16+ 2008-2012 ACS Estimates
Occupation Kennewick I Pasco I Richland 1
Benton Franklin
Agriculture, forestry, fishing/hunting, mining
4%
14%
1%
4%
17%
Construction
11%
6%
8%
10%
6%
Manufacturing
7%
12%
5%
6%
12%
Wholesale trade
3%
4%
2%
3%
4%
Retail trade
13%
11%
11%
12%
10%
Transportation/warehousing, utilities
6%
5%
6%
7%
6%
information, finance/insurance, real estate
6%
4%
7%
6%
4%
Professional services**13%
11%
22%
17%
30%
Educational services, health care, social assistance
20% 1
16%
21%
20%
16%
Arts, entertainment***
7%
9%
8%
7%
8%
Other services, public administration
9%
8%
9% 1
9%
8%
*Civilian employed population age 16+
**Professional, scientific, and management, and administrative and waste management services
***Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and food services
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
' (www.bis.gov/eag/eag.wa.htm)
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Major Employment Sectors (MA45)
The major employment sectors in the Tri -Cities are agriculture (production, processing and distribution),
science and research (particularly related to Hanford), energy production, education and health care and
government services. By industry, Pasco and Franklin County dominate in agriculture and
manufacturing, compared to the other locations. Richland, in particular, has the highest percent of
persons employed in professional and scientific industries.
Employers with 600 or more employees are shown in Table 12. The US Department of Energy (DOE) and
its contractors dominate, accounting for 11,455 jobs in the region, including those shown. Most of these
jobs are related to Hanford and many to mitigation activities. The largest single employer is
Battelle/PNNL, employing 4,723 in research and development. Industries and employers working in
agriculture and agricultural products employed 8,259 persons. Education accounted for 5,929 jobs in
schools from kindergarten to higher education and 4 -year colleges (Pasco, Kennewick and Richland
School Districts plus Columbia Basin College and Washington State University). Health care is a
substantial employer as well, with 3,990 positions. Finally, city and county governments were important
employers with a combined 2,055 positions.
Table 12: Major Employers Tri -Cities (Benton and Franklin Counties)
DOE contractor
Food orocessor
Pasco School District I K-12 education 1 2,065
Kadlec Medical Center
Washington River Protection Solutions DOE contractor 1,482
Kennewick School District K-12 education 1.473
Tvoson Foods I Meat oackine 1 1.300
Retail
Kennewick General
Adams Enterorises
Wyckoff Farms Agriculturalproducer/distributor 800
Columbia Basin Colleee i Communitv colleee i 766
Tri -Cities Airport I Regional airport 714
Benton Countv Countv services 673
AREVA
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Changes with Economic Impact Potential (MA45)
The economy in the Tri -Cities is changing and expected to change more in the future, which will impact
jobs. The significant driver is the Hanford Nuclear Reservation. Cleanup of the facility and nuclear wastes
has brought significant employment, boosted by the 2009 federal American Recovery and Reinvestment
(ARRA) funds. With expiration of funds and completion of activities at Hanford, job loss is anticipated,
according to the Benton -Franklin Council of Governments CEDS 2014 (Comprehensive Economic
Development Strategy) —4,000 due to Sequestration and furloughs and another 450 expected.6 Another
potential development that would have significant impact in the region is the possibility of breaching the
Snake River dams to enhance endangered salmon and steelhead species. Should that occur, there would
be heavy impact on barges and shipping between the Tri -Cities and Lewiston (Idaho).
Economic development and job diversification are at the forefront of planning by the Benton -Franklin
Council of Governments (BFCOG), individual cities, TRIDEC (Tri -Cities Development Council), Pasco
Downtown Development Authority, institutions of higher education (Washington State University Tri -
Cities and Columbia Basin College)and industries in the region. The plans look to existing strengths in the
region (abundant power, existing technical skills and facilities, diversified agricultural industry,
healthcare system, university and community college targeting education to local industry, diverse
transportation system, and quality of life) as a basis on which to move forward. TRIDEC, in addition to
supporting efforts in other directions, is promoting the Mid -Columbia Energy Initiative which would
focus on sustainable energy (alternatives to carbon -based production) and industries that could take
advantage of those power sources, many of which are already present in the Tri -Cities.
Workforce and Infrastructure Needs of Business Community (MA45)
TRIDEC (Tri -Cities Development Council), in Part I of the New Economy Target Industry Analysis,
identified an uneven "spread of worker capabilities and availability." Input from local employers
revealed gaps in many areas from jobs in middle management to entry level positions. The 2014 CEDS
observed that there is a continuing need to improve the region's education and training capacity,
particularly in light of potential industrial and business activity.
Each of the cities has focused in the past and presently on improving the downtown areas, which are the
older and more dilapidated sections, to make downtown more attractive to residents and visitors, and
to attract new businesses. Taking advantage of the Columbia River, which runs directly through the Tri -
Cities, each city has an eye on developing recreation as a major factor in drawing tourists and increasing
the attraction of living and working in the Tri -Cities. These improvements are being done in tandem with
transportation plans focusing on multimodal forms of transportation, including pedestrian and bike
paths, bringing new thought to street safety. Infrastructure goals outlined in the 2014 CEDS include
wastewater and solid waste collection, treatment and disposal facilities.
Benton Franklin Council of Governments, Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), 2014.
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Commuting to Work
Most Tri -Cities civilian workers age 16 and older have modest commute times —the average time was
estimated at about 20 minutes. While long commutes are not the norm, workers do not necessarily
work in the place or county of residence. Almost half (47%) of Pasco residents worked in another county
(presumably Benton County); 24% of Kennewick and 13% of Richland residents worked in another
county (presumably Franklin County). A surge in new industries and jobs might encourage workers from
outside the region to commute longer distances to take advantage of employment.
Table 13: Mean Commute Travel Time 2008-2012 ACS Estimates
Travel Time
Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
Benton
County
Franklin
I County
Mean (minutes)
21.6
20.5
19.3
21.3
20.7
<15 minutes
33%
33%
39%
33%
33%
15-29 minutes
42%
45%
43%
44%
43%
30-59 minutes
19%
18%
15%
18%
19%
60+ minutes
6%
5%
3%
5%
5%
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Unemployment
The 2008-2012 ACS estimated that 7% of the civilian labor force was unemployed, 6% in Kennewick and
Richland and 9% in Pasco. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov) estimated was at 8.6 in 2013 in the Tri -
Cities MSA (which includes all of Benton and Franklin Counties). This rate was a slight decrease since the
estimate of 8.9 in 2012. However, unemployment steadily increased between 2007 (rate of 5.3) and
2012 (rate of 8.9). While unemployment estimates in the Tri -Cities MSA were lower than the state
between 2009 and 2011 that reversed beginning in 2012.
Figure 2: Unemployment Estimates 2004-2013
Notes: Tri -Cities MSA includes Benton and Franklin Counties; rates are not seasonally adjusted.
WA+is the estimate of total unemployment plus those marginally or underemployed (U6 rates),
based on annual averages.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Current Population Survey(CPS)
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20.0
15.0
,
10.0
•• ...
5.0
0.0
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
2010 2011 2012 2013
Tri -Cities MSA — — Washington •••••• WA+Underemployed
Notes: Tri -Cities MSA includes Benton and Franklin Counties; rates are not seasonally adjusted.
WA+is the estimate of total unemployment plus those marginally or underemployed (U6 rates),
based on annual averages.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Current Population Survey(CPS)
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Unemployment measures are estimated in several ways. The official rate is the total number of
unemployed as a percent of the labor force. This excludes discouraged seekers, marginally attached
workers (those who could only find part-time positions or positions beneath their level or expertise).
Discouraged workers would not be included as unemployed if they had not actively been seeking work
during the last year. While not shown in the official estimates of unemployment, a substantial share of
the workforce is underutilized. Figure 2 compares the highest estimate of underutilization in.
Washington (1.16) with the official rates (U3) for both Washington and the Tri -Cities MSA. In 2013 the U6
estimate for the state was 14%, which was twice the official rate (7%).
Educational Attainment
The level of educational attainment varies considerably by location. Both Pasco and Kennewick have
higher percentages of population 25 and older without a high school diploma or equivalency than
Washington State. This is especially notable in Pasco — 34% of the population had not completed high
school. In contrast, 42% of the population in Richland had a 4 -year degree or higher. This corresponds to
the highly technical and scientific jobs associated with Hanford activities and industries.
Table 14: Educational Attainment 2008-2012 ACS Estimates*
Educational Attainment
Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
Benton
Franklin
Washington
County
County
Less than high school graduate
14%M34%
5%
11%
30%
10%
High school graduate (includes equivalency)
28%534%
24%
25%
24%
Some college or associate's degree
36%
36%
30%
35%
Bachelor's degree
14%
18%
10%
20%
Graduate or professional degree
8%
11%
5%
11%
-Population age 25 and above
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Table 15: Median Earnings in Past 12 Months 2008-2012 ACS Estimates*
Educational Attainment
Less
Bachelor's
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Kennewick I Pasco I Richland
2012 inflation-adjusted dollars
Benton
County I Washington
With the exception of Richland, median earnings of workers with a high school diploma or less
education were lower in the Tri -Cities than Washington State. Earnings for people with some college or
an associate's degree were more on a par with the state although median earnings in Richland were
higher. Earnings associated with a bachelor's degree or higher were substantially different from city to
city and compared with the state. Certainly the type and level of degree as well as profession impacted
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earnings. Not only do earnings vary by educational attainment, so does the unemployment rate as is
demonstrated in Table 16, which is based on national data.
Table 16: National Earnings and Unemployment rates by Educational Attainment 2013
Unemployment
Rate 2013 (%)
Educational
Attainment
Median Weekly
Earnings
2.2
Doctoral degree
$1,623
2.3
Professional degree
$1,714
3.4
Master's degree
$1,329
4.0
Bachelors' degree
$1,108
5.4
Associate's degree
$777
7.0
Some college, no degree
$727
7.5
High school diploma
$651
11.0
Less than HS diploma
$472
-Data are for persons age 25 and over, earnings are for
full-time wage and
salary workers.
Source: Current Population Survey, US Bureau of Labor Statistics, US
Department of Labor
Workforce Development
Skills and Education of Workforce in Relation to Employment Opportunities (MA45)
As observed in the TRIDEC March 2014 report (New Economy Target Industry Analysis) there are gaps in
workforce availability in several areas from middle management positions to entry level. Interviews
supported a mismatch in some areas. There are highly skilled and trained people who are unable to find
work and are underemployed. At the same time, there are people who lack transferrable skills for entry
level positions. There is also a need, identified in the 2014 Comprehensive Economic Development
Strategy (CEDS), for training to assist Spanish-speaking business owners and workforce alike. There is a
need to recruit and train young people who fail to complete high school.
Current Workforce Training Initiatives (MA45)
There are a number of initiatives and programs to develop the workforce in the Tri -Cities and to prepare
for changing industries. Washington State University, Tri -Cities (WSUTC) offers, in addition to 4 -year
degrees and professional programs, specialized course work at the Bio -Products, Science and
Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) which was developed in partnership with the Pacific Northwest National
Laboratory (PNNL). This is industry -targeted as are other programs offered, such as the program in
viticulture and enology.
Columbia Basin College (CBC) in Pasco offers a number of workforce programs targeted to trades,
business, health care, and public services. While programs are available and affordable, there is a need
to reach out in a more coordinated way to potential students and the business community, as there is
for a central information system. The High School Academy at CBC recruits youth age 16 to 20 to achieve
a high school diploma and advanced career training. The initiative is the result of a partnership with
schools, the Fast Forward Program (Boys and Girls Club), the Benton Franklin Juvenile Justice Center and
community agencies.
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The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at TRIDEC helps start-up companies and small
businesses. The Center is a partnership with Columbia Basin College, WSUTC, US Small Business
Administration, and local and regional governments in providing support and training for businesses.
The Pasco Specialty Kitchen focuses on goods -based business development. The fully equipped and
licensed kitchen, partially funded by the US Department of Commerce, Economic Development
Administration, supports developing businesses and provides training and other support. The Specialty
Kitchen and Farmer's Market are projects supported by the Downtown Pasco Development Authority.
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) (MA45)
The Benton Franklin Council of Governments prepared the 2014 Comprehensive Economic Development
Strategy (CEDS). Goals include supporting a diversified economy, maintaining and improving
environmental quality, developing the region's capacity to attract businesses and residents, and
workforce training.
Coordination with Consolidated or Other Plans (MA45)
Each of the cities supports activities and projects that will enhance business development and provide
jobs. While resources are limited, improvements to the central business districts and older
neighborhoods help to make the areas more attractive and safer. The cities also support business
incubators, such as the Pasco Specialty Kitchen.
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
Measures of Income
With the exception of Richland, median household income in the Tri -Cities is lower than in Washington —
considerably so in the case of Paso. Median earnings for workers (Table 17) are lower than earnings for
full-time workers, which suggests that some of the workforce was employed part-time or for less than a
full year. Median earnings for women working full-time, year -around are lower than for men work full-
time, year -around. This may be in part due to career or job choice differences or educational
attainment, among the possibilities.
Table 17: Measures of Income Past 12 Months 2008-2012 ACS Estimate
Benton Franklin
Income Measures* Kennewick I Pasco I Richland „__ Washington
Median household I 551.581 1 549.220 1 568.744 1560.300 1551.770 1 $59,374
Median
workers
dollars
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
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Some levels of income are important to keep in mind when considering housing and services for low-
income persons and families.
• Individuals eligible for SSI (2014) would receive up to $721 per month. Eligible couples could
receive up to $1,062 per month.
• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits have fallen in recent years! In
Washington TANF benefit levels for a single -parent family of three was $478 in July 2013, which
was a 41% reduction since 1996 (in inflation adjusted dollars).
• Washington minimum wage was set at $9.32 an hour as of January 2014.
Ranges of income are illustrated in Figure 3. Twenty-five percent of households in Pasco and 24% of
households in Kennewick had annual incomes below $25,000. In Richland, 17% of households had
incomes below $25,000. In total, about 14,000 households were living on $25,000 a year or less. Just
about 3,800 households in the three cities had incomes below $10,000 a year.
Figure 3: Household Income Range 2008-2012 ACS Estimate*
-Income in the last 12 months; 20121nflatlon-adjusted dollars
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Poverty
Table 18: Percent of Population Living in Poverty in Past 12 Months 2008-2012 ACS Estimate
Benton Franklin
Population/Household Kennewick Pasco Richland County County Washington
Individuals (all) I 17% 23% I 9% 9% I 21% I 13%
Families 13% 19% 7% 13% 18% 9%
*No husband present
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Almost one-quarter of Pasco residents lived in poverty according to 2008-2012 ACS estimates, as did
17% of Kennewick residents. Only Richland had lower percentages of people in poverty than did
Floyd, I. and Schott, L. TANF Cash Benefits Continued to lose Value in 2013. Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. October 2013.
(www.cpbb.org)
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Washington. Female householders with children had the highest estimates of poverty — nearly half in
Pasco (47%) and 40% in Kennewick. Federal poverty levels vary by household size and number of related
children under the age of 18. The threshold in 2013 for a family of three with two related children under
the age of 18 was $18,769. For a single person under 65 years of age the threshold was $12,119.
Low -Moderate Income Areas
Low -moderate income block groups in.Kennewick and Pasco are those in which 51% or more of the
population lives in households with incomes below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI). In Richland, the
CDBG eligible block groups include those in which 44% (actually 44.46%) of the population lives in
households with incomes below 80% of AMI.
In Kennewick, an estimated 44% of the population lives in households with low -moderate qualifying
incomes. There are 25 block groups that qualify as low -moderate (51% or more of the population live in
low -mod households). These qualifying block -groups contain an estimated 28% of the population. It is
generally the case with all three cities that qualifying low -mod residential areas tend to be concentrated
near the Columbia River and in the eastern and oldest parts of the cities, those areas east of US Highway
395 and north of 30t° Avenue.
In Pasco, an estimated 54% of the population lives in low -mod households. There are 18 block groups
that qualify as low -moderate (51% of more of the population live in low -mod households). These
qualifying block -groups contain an estimated 39% of the population. Most of the qualifying block groups
are in east and central Pasco — east of US Highway 395 and south of 1-182. There are some qualifying
block groups north of 1-182, but many contain few households.
In Richland, an estimated 30% of the population lives in low -mod households. There are nine block
groups that qualify as low -moderate (44% of more of the population live in low -mod households). These
qualifying block -groups contain an estimated 11% of the population. The qualifying block groups are in
south-central Richland and Island View.
Food Insecurity
Households have "food insecurity" when they are "financially stretched to the point where they cannot
be certain that all household members will not go hungry."a Washington ranks 15th in the United States,
according to estimates prepared by the US Department of Agriculture, 6% of Washington households
struggle with hunger. SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits were cut nationally in
November 2013 after the scheduled end of the temporary boost provided by the 2009 Recovery Act.
Current maximum monthly benefits range from $189 for a single person to $632 for a family of four.
School children are eligible for food assistance. According to May 2014 estimates, 33% of students in
Richland School District, 59% of students in the Kennewick School District, and 75% of students in the
a Children's Alliance. Hungry in Washington September 2013.
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Pasco School District were eligible for free and reduced -cost meals. For comparison, 46% of students in
the Washington State were eligible.
The Tri -Cities Food Bank provides food for families as often as once every two weeks and attempts to
provide a week's supply of groceries. The food bank reports an increased demand —31% increase in
clients served between the first quarter of 2011 and first quarter of 2014. A noticeable part of the new
demand is due to underemployed or unemployed young people, some in college. Many young people,
including recent college graduates, cannot get jobs in their field and are working for low wages. Like
others, they are employed but do not make enough money to live on. St. Vincent de Paul operates a
food bank in Pasco and food is also distributed Second Harvest and Gold Age Food Share.
Living Wage
The Self -Sufficiency Calculator (thecalculator.org) is sponsored by Workforce Development Councils of
Washington State and provides information about the amount of money needed to be self-sufficient,
without public assistance, based on family size, composition and ages of children. Table 19 gives
examples of resources required for a modest standard of living.
Table 19: Self -Sufficiency Calculation Benton and Franklin Counties
Income and Expenses 1 adult with 2 adults with Single adult
children 2 & 6 1 children 7 & 14
I Benton I Franklin I Benton I Franklin I Benton I Frani
Annual wase 1540.048 1538.520 1535.638 1534.249 1 517905 1 516.881
care
Miscellaneous
Source: Workforce Development Councils of Washington(thecalculator.org)
HOUSING UNITS
Number and Types of Housing
The most recent (April 2014) OFM estimates place the number of housing units in the Tri -Cities at
73,919 units, which is 74% of the estimated 99,796 units in the two counties. The majority of housing is
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single family. Mobile homes, many in poor condition, are still a substantial part of the housing. This is
especially true in the counties outside the three main cities. In Franklin County, 14% of housing is mobile
homes, boats or.RVs (mostly mobile homes).
Table 20: Residential Properties
Property Type
Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
Benton
County
FranklinWashington
County
Total units
29,924
21,233
22,762
73,186
26,610
'.
1 -unit detached structure
60%
66%
63%
63%
66%
63%
1 -unit attached structure
2%
2%
6%
3%
2%
4%
2-4 units
9%
6%
7%
7%
5%
6%
5 or more units
21%
17%
20%
16%
14%
19%
Mobile home. boat. RV. etc.*
8%
8%
4%
12%
14%
7%
Permits, Building/Acquisition and Planned Development
While applications for new permits declined somewhat during the housing slump between 2007 and
2009, applications for building permits in the Tri -Cities did not decline precipitously. In the 10 -year
period from 2004 and 2013, permits were issued in the combined three cities for 14,195 units.' Most
(79%) were for single family units, followed by 16% larger multifamily (5 plus units) and the remainder
duplexes to 4-plexes. Permits in Pasco accounted for nearly half of all the permits issued, the largest
number issued between 2004 and 2005.
There is ample land available in the Tri -Cities. New developments in recent years, particularly in Pasco,
have added considerably to the stock of single family and other types of housing. The cities are
extending infrastructure (utilities, roads, etc.) into the new areas and, when complete, will offer even
more development opportunities. Still, one of the barriers noted by providers and housing developers
that target lower-income households including subsidized units was the lack of land zoned for
multifamily units and lack of available land in already developed areas.
Tenure
About two-thirds of housing units are occupied by owners, slightly more in Richland than Kennewick and
Pasco. The majority of single family units are owner -occupied, although single family units are a rental
option for many households. Not surprisingly most multifamily units are occupied by renters, but
owners occupy some, particularly those in smaller complexes (like duplexes). Mobile homes can be an
affordable housing option, although condition of older units is often an issue. Mobile homes are more
frequently owned than rented, although that does not generally apply to the land.
Looking at tenure by number of bedrooms, not unexpectedly smaller units were more frequently
occupied by renters and larger units by owners. Two concerns are possible — the first that lower income
' US Census Bureau, building permits for privately owned buildings (censtats.census.gov(
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households with large families, or doubled -up families, would have difficulty finding affordable units
with enough bedrooms to avoid overcrowded conditions.
The second potential concern is lack of smaller units to accommodate demographic changes, particularly
the expected growth in seniors. As the seniors age and downsize, there may be a demand for smaller
units. Stakeholders interviewed for this Consolidated Plan noted that there was not enough housing for
the elderly. That concern included the full range of housing from full independent living to assisted living
and nursing facilities.
Table 21: Tenure Occupied Units by Type of Unit 2008-2012 ACS Estimates
Property Type
Kennewick
Owners Renters
Pasco
Owners Renters
Richland
Owners Renters
All units
63%
37%
63%
37%
67%
33%
Single family*
89%
11%
84%
16%
87%
1396
2-4 units
30%
90%
1%
99%
13%
87%
5 or more units
3%
97%
1%
99%
4%
96%
Mobile homes, other
66%
34%
52%
48%
86%
14%
*Detached and attached
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Table 22: Tenure Occupied Units by Number of Bedrooms 2008-2012 ACS Estimates
Property Type Kennewick Pasco Richland
Owners Renters Owners Renters OwnersRenters
No bedroom 6% 94% 9% 91% 19% 1 81%
2 bedrooms 1 32% 1 68% 1 25% 1 55% 1 38% 1 62%
4 or more bedrooms 88% 12% 86% 14% 94% 6%
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
I611ML`1039101i e 11 fol L,1
Age of Housing
Housing developed differently in the three cities. Pasco has seen a recent surge in new housing — an
estimated 37% of units have been built since 2000, much of it recent construction. A substantial share of
housing in Richland (23%) was built before 1950, much of the development related to work at Hanford.
Richland was granted historic status for "alphabet housing" built for Hanford employees in the 1940s
and 1950s because the housing provides a look into the remarkable culture, scientific achievements and
community of activities during WWII and the Cold War.
The post-war building boom is reflected in all three cities. Over half of housing in Kennewick was built
between 1950 and 1979. In each of the three cities, a greater share of rental housing than owner -
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occupied units was built prior to 1980, although new multifamily units have recently been completed or
permitted.
Table 23: Year Structure Built by Tenure 2008-2012 ACS Estimates*
Year Built
Kennewick
Owners Renters
Pasco
Owners Renters
Richland
Owners Renters
2000 or later
19%
11%
44%
27%
24%
21%
1980-1999
26%
20%
16%
15%
21%
18%
1950-1979
48%
1 64% 1
31% 1
49% 1
33%
1 38%
Estimated units I
*Occupied units
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Definitions of Substandard and Suitable for Rehabilitation (MA20)
For purposes of this Consolidated Plan, units are in standard condition if they meet HUD Housing Quality
Standards. Those that are substandard but suitable for rehabilitation are units that do not meet one or
more of HUD housing quality standards. These units may have deferred maintenance, have inadequate
insulation, modest structural problems, or other problems that can be reasonably repaired. Substandard
and not suitable for rehabilitation are units that are in poor condition and not structurally and financially
feasible to rehabilitate.
Need for Housing Rehabilitation (MA20)
Given the age of units in the cities, a need for continued rehabilitation is warranted. Common problems
in older units include asbestos siding and wraps on older furnaces, unreliable knob and tube wiring,
lead-based paint on walls, woodwork and saturated plaster, lead-based solders on utilities pipes, and on
occasion wood and timber treatments with toxic components. Deferred or absent maintenance can
result in loss of housing, including older, more affordable housing. Unresolved conditions tend to create
a depressing effect on investment in the area and can lead to overall deterioration of values and
livability of the neighborhood. Windshield surveys conducted in 2004 and again in 2009 in the process of
developing the Consolidated Plans identified conditions in several neighborhoods in each of the three
cities. Some of the areas identified, for example a portion of the Bridge -to -Bridge neighborhood in
Kennewick, have been improved since the first surveys.
Mobile homes are housing for a good many residents in the three cities and offer an affordable,
although frequently unsafe, housing option. Condition concerns include hazardous electric or heating
systems. It is not always possible or feasible to address more than immediate health and safety issues
on the units. About 130 households were living in recreational vehicles, boats, and similar housing
according to the most recent (2008-2012) American Community Survey estimates. American Community
Survey data also showed that close to 500 units in the three cities were lacking complete kitchen and/or
plumbing facilities.
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Each of the cities supports rehabilitation of owner -occupied units, weatherization programs, and
provides additional assistance to partners to improve theavailability and quality of owner -occupied and
rental units. The City of Pasco also has a rental licensing program requiring landlords to keep units in
repair to meet minimum housing quality standards in the interior and on the exterior of buildings.
Lead -Based Paint and Lead Hazards
Table 24: Risk of Lead -Based Paint Hazard Tri -Cities
Risk of Lead -Based Paint Hazard W_' "''"`
Number % Numb%
Total number of units built before 1980 1 20.814 1 52% 1 13.547 1 62%
Housing units built before 1980 with children present 1 4,055 1 10% 1 2,330 1 11%
Estimated Units with Lower Income Households with Children (MA20)
ACS and CHAS estimates place the number of housing units built prior to 1980 at 34,361 units —61%
owner -occupied and 39% renter occupied. The estimate of 10% of owner -occupied housing (4,055 units)
and 11% of renter -occupied units (2,330) with children present and vulnerable to lead-based paint
hazards is an appropriate default estimate for planning purposes barring a better method of estimating
risk and hazards. However, all units constructed before 1978 have the potential for lead-based paint
and, therefore, the potential for hazard.
The condition of the unit, particularly chipped or poorly maintained surfaces, is factor in determining
risk. The age of the unit is also important. Lead was banned from residential paint in 1978, but use of
lead paint had declined prior to that time.1e The national survey found that 67% of housing built before
1940 had significant LBP hazards, declining to 51% of houses built between 1940 and 1959 and 10% of
houses built between 1960 and 1977.
Benton -Franklin Public Health District reports that there is no longer universal testing for blood lead in
children, such as was the case with Head Start in the past. The Public Health District educates families on
what they can do to test risks in their homes and recommends testing in children and siblings where a
risk is determined. The Washington State Department of Health no longer recommends universal
screening but encourages testing when risks are present or the child exhibits signs consistent with lead
overexposure (e.g., anemia, failure to thrive).
While cases of reported lead poisoning have been relatively rare, it appears that the elevated lead levels
often are from children who have moved into the area from industrial communities with smelter
plumes. The majority of the few cases found are the result of lead-based pottery or candy from Mexico.
Another rare source of lead contamination in the Tri -Cities is from pesticides that were used in older
orchards.
' Clickner, Robert et al. (2001). National Survey of Lead Allergens in Housing, Final Report, Volume I: Analysis of Lead Hazards. Report to Office
of Lead Hazard Control, US Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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The Tri -Cities has proposed a regional approach to ensure that area owner -occupants and renters have
access to information about the potential for hazards, identification of lead-based paint conditions, and
ways to address the hazards.
HOUSING COSTS
Current Costs by Tenure
Table 25: Cost of Housing
Owner/Renter
Kennewick Pasco Richland
Benton
Franklin
Washington
Franklin
I County
Washington
County
County
20%
Median home value
$163,700 $151,700 $194,400
$174,800
$158,200
$272,900
Median gross rent
$748 $712 $875
$779
$708
$951
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Table 26: Range of Owner Costs*
Range
Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
Benton
County
Franklin
I County
Washington
Less than $1,000
23%
20%
18%
21%
21%
11%
$1,000-$1,499
44%
54%
33%
38%
49%
23%
$1,500-$1,999
22%
20%
29%
25%
21%
25%
$2,000 or more
12%
6%
19%
16%
9%
41%
"Households with a mortgage; includes mortgage, taxes, insurance, condo fees and utilities
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Table 27: Range of Rents
Range
Kennewick
Pasco
Richland
Benton
County
Franklin
County
Washington
Less than $50031%
21%
7%
10%
20%
10%
$500-$749
40%
35%
2S%
35%
35%
19%
S750-5999
34%
1 20%
1 40%
1 35% 1
21%
1 26%
$1000 or more 1 15% 1 25% 1 28% 21% 23% 45%
*Includes contract rent and utilities; excludes no cash payment
Source: 2008-2012 ACS
Changes in Affordability Considering Current Costs (MA15)
Housing costs in the Tri -Cities are considerably lower than in Washington as a whole and higher in
Richland than in Pasco and Kennewick. Owner estimated values in the three cities are between 60% and
70% of the estimates statewide. Rents are lower, too, but not to the same extent — between 75%
(Pasco) and 92% (Richland) of statewide reported gross rents. The rental market in Benton and Franklin
Counties (the Tri -Cities Housing Market Area) was tight due to high demand and low vacancies,
according to the 2011 Comprehensive Housing Market Analysis.11 Part of that demand was satisfied
" US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of Policy Development and Research. Tri -Cities, Washington Comprehensive
Housing MorketAnolysis. (July 2011).
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when new multifamily units came on line in the region. Still, the report projected a demand of 1,300
units with 440 new units projected.
Vacancy rates in the Tri -Cities varied over the last ten years, from an estimated high of 11.2% in the fall
of 2005 to a low of 1.2% in spring 2010.12 The average rent rose with declining vacancies. The vacancy
rate as of the fall 2013 survey of apartments with five or more units was 4.7%. The average rent was
$770. Rents are also dependent on new construction and size of units. For example, the July 2011
Washington Comprehensive Market Analysis observed that the newly constructed Island View
Apartments in Richland began leasing in June 2011 with rents for 1 -bedroom units from $825 to $865
and 2 -bedroom units for $995. While more rental units have become available and satisfied pent-up
demand, the units are not necessarily lower cost or available to lowest -income households. The need for
housing priced for lower-income households, including those working for low wages, was a repeatedly
stated need during outreach for this plan.
Washington Center for Real Estate Research found (in the first quarter 2014 Housing Market Snapshot)
that the median housing resale price in Benton and Franklin Counties was $178,900, which was up 1.7%
from the previous year. The affordability of housing for homebuyers was reflected in the Housing
Affordability Index of 196.1 in both counties, which measures the degree to which a household with
median income could buy a median -priced home. This means that a household with median income had
96% more income than the minimum required to buy a median -priced home. The all -buyer index (HAI)
in Washington was 153.3.
A second index applies to first-time buyers and assumes a lower-priced unit (85% of median), lower
income (70% of median), lower downpayment, and possible assistance with the downpayment or other
favorable terms. The first-time HAI in Benton County in the first quarter of 2014 was 128.7, meaning
housing (at 85% of median) was affordable to first-time buyers (earning 70% of median). The first-time
HAI in Franklin County was 88.2 meaning that housing was not affordable to first-time buyers. The first-
time buyer index (HAI) in Washington State was 85.7.
The affordability of housing in the Tri -Cities has contributed to the success of downpayment assistance
programs and other efforts to secure homeownership for lower-income households. Buyers helped by
these programs have even been placed in newly constructed market -rate units.
Table 28: 2014 HUD Fair Market Rents (FMR) and HOME Rents Tri -Cities'
Monthly Rent ($)
Efficiency
(no bedroom)
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
3 Bedroom
4 Bedroom
Fair Market Rent
$515
$589
$754
$1,007
$1,299
High HOME Rent
$515
$589
$754
$1,001
$1,220
Low HOME Rent
$515
$589
1 $754
$881
$983
'Kennewick -Pasco -Richland MSA
Source: HUD
" Washington Center for Real Estate Research at Runstad Center for Real Estate Studies, University of Washington (wcrer.be.washington.edu)
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HOME and Pair Market Rents Compared to Area Costs (MAI 5)
HUD Fair Market Rents (FMR) for 2014 were lower by 2% than the previous year (2013) which, while
seemingly small, had an impact on the ability to find suitably priced units with Section 8 Certificates. The
2 -bedroom FMR in 2014 was $754, which was higher than the median gross rent estimated by the ACS
in Kennewick and Pasco, but decidedly lower than the mediamgross rent estimate in Richland. Providers
interviewed in development of the Consolidated Plan commented on the lower FMR and noted the
difficulty. Proposed 2015 fair market rents are between 9% and 10% higher than those in 2014, which
reflects higher rental costs (including utilities) in the region.
Housing Affordability
Housing is considered affordable when the cost of housing plus utilities equals no more than 30% of
household income. Housing choice and access to opportunities is largely a function of income (as
represented below).
• Wide selection of housing types and locations
Highest • Affordability more a matter of choice: choice of spending more than 30% of income
Income • Hieh access to 0000rtunities
• More limited selection of housing types and locations
Middle • Affordability: may need to spend more than 30% of income (market provided)
Income • Commute: cost of commute may offset housing savings
• More limited access to opportunities
• Little selection of housing types and locations
• High competition for market -provided, quality affordable housing
Low • Affordable may mean subsidized, or publicly assisted
Income 0 Limited access to opportunities
• Commute costs hieh related to waees/housine costs
• Limited or no choice in housing types and locations
Lowest • Affordable housing = subsidized housing (kept available)
Income • Mav receive additional public su000rt (food stamps. health, income)
For lowest income households affordable housing may be difficult to find and maintain. The National
Low Income Housing Coalition publishes annual reports (Out of Reach) comparing the cost of housing, a
housing wage (30% of the cost of housing and utilities) and comparing that to minimum wages.
Table 29: Housing Costs, Income and Affordability Kennewick -Pasco -Richland MSA 2014
Housing/income Factor zero I one I Two I Three Four
Fair Market Rent (FMR) 2014
5515 1
5589 1
5754
51,007 1
51,299
Annual income to afford
$20,600
$23,560
$30,160
$40,280
$51,960
Hourly wage to afford* (housing wage)
$9.90
$11.33
$14.50
$19.37
$24.98
Minimum wage Washington 2014
$9.32
$9.32
$9.32
$9.32
$9.32
Housing wage compared to minimum wage
106%
122%
156%
208%
268%
Source: National Low Income Housing Coalition (www.nllhc.org)
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As an example, fair market rent for a 2 -bedroom unit in 2014 in the Kennewick -Pasco -Richland MSA in
2014 was $754 per month. To afford this rent (at 30% of income) a household would have to earn
$14.50 an hour ($30,160 annually). The "housing wage" is 156% of minimum wage in Washington.
Table 30: AMI and Housing Affordability Kennewick -Pasco -Richland MSA 2014
Annual Monthly Affordable
Income Range Monthly
Income Income .
Area median
80%AMI* 1 $53,520 1 $4,460 1 $1,338
-Based on the top of the range, calculated for 4 -person household
Source: National Low Income Housing Coalition (www.nlihc.org)
Table 31: Income by Occupation/Source and Affordable Housing Costs
Affordable
Job/income Type
Housing/ Housing Type/Allowance
(Wage/Earnings*) Actual Cost
Middle school teachers (not special ed) ($59,230/year) $1,481
Postal service mail carrier ($25.89/hour) $1,346
HUD AMI too of ranee at 80% ($53.520/vearl***1 $1,338
School bus driver
I 5748 I Median rent Kennewick**
rent
Cashiers($11.35/hour)
$590
589 FMR 2014 1 -bedroom)
Hotel, motel, resort desk clerks ($10.86/hour)
$565
Child care worker($10.40/hour)
$541
$515 f1v1R 2014 (0-bedfoo )
HUD AMI top of range at 30% ($20,070/year)***
$502
Minimum wage full-time job 2014 ($932/hour)
$485
SSI income ($721/month 2014 single person)
$216
*Except where otherwise noted wages are from the Washington State Employment Security Department's Occupational
Employment and Wage Estimates (2013) for Kennewick -Richland -Pasco MSA
**2008-2012 ACS
***2014 4 -person households
Sources: 2008-2012 American Community Survey; HUD; WA Employment Security Department
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Table 31 combines average wage information for the Kennewick -Richland -Pasco MSA compare that to
HUD fair market rents and median rents in the Tri -Cities. It illustrates the gap between housing costs and
wages for the lowest -income earners. Even though housing is more affordable in the Tri -Cities, many
households, even working households, struggle with housing costs.
Availability of Housing Compared to Needs (MA10)
Considering the disparity in income between lowest earners and the cost of housing in the Tri -Cities
there is an ongoing need for affordable housing, including subsidized housing. A household with a single
wage-earner at minimum wage ($9.32 in 2014) would not be able to afford the average (median) rents
in any of the cities, and in fact would not be able to afford even the 2014 HUD -established fair market
rent for a studio apartment ($515) without a subsidy or other assistance.
Housing Availability Compared to Income Levels (MA35)
Even though housing is more affordable in the Tri -Cities than is true of most other metropolitan areas in
Washington, there is a lack of housing for individuals and households at the lowest income levels. Input
received during the planning process in developing this Consolidated Plan expressed concern about
affordable housing. Housing costs are just one part of the household budget as is demonstrated by the
National Low Income Housing Coalition and the Self -Sufficiency Calculator. Households at lowest income
levels often have to choose between food, medicine, utilities and other expenses in addition to housing.
High costs make them vulnerable to homelessness.
At the lowest income levels, housing subsidies are essential. There are long wait lists for subsidized
housing in the Tri -Cities. People with special needs, who are also low income, may need temporary or
permanent supportive housing. There is an insufficient supply of both housing for these populations and
support services. People with barriers such as poor rent history, poor credit, or felony convictions have
even greater challenges finding affordable housing open to them.
CHAS Tables and Analysis of Housing Need
Table 32: Number of Households by Type and Income
Household Type
0.30%
HAMFI*
>30-50%
HAMFI
>So-so%>60.100%
HAMFI
HAMFI
>200%
HAMFI
Total households (HH)
7,645
7,535
10,415
6,295
29,975
Small family HH
2,875
2,895
4,200
2,825
16,235
Large family HH
955
950
1,675
740
2,550
HH with 1+ persons 62-74 years old
915
1,049
1,320
1,075
5,314
HH contains at least one person age 75+
745
1,135
1,490
809
1,835
HH with 1+ children 6 years old or younger
2,565
2,293
2,989
1,745
2,830
-HUD adjusted median family Income
Source: 2007-2011 CHAS (CHAS Table 6, IDIS NA 10)
The CHAS (Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy) tables are a special census tabulation
generated for HUD to allow analysis of needs by range of income, household size and composition and
race/ethnicity of the householder. Detailed tables and analysis are provided in the appendix of this Plan.
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Most Common Housing Problems (NA10)
CHAS data estimate that about 40% of households in the Tri -Cities are low to moderate income, that is,
they have earnings at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI). Over 15,000 households have
earnings below 50% of AMI and about 7,600 households have earnings below 30% of AMI. In addition to
examining household types and incomes, CHAS data look at cost in relation to income, overcrowding
and lack of complete plumbing and/or kitchen facilities.
The most prevalent housing condition for both renters and owner households is cost in relation to
income. The 2011 ACS (CHAS) estimates showed that at least 8,595 renter households and 6,420 owner
households were paying more than 30% of income for housing costs. At least 1,584 renter households
and 708 owner households were living in overcrowded conditions. Over 350 households were living in
housing without complete plumbing or kitchen facilities.
Populations/Households most Affected by Housing Problems (NA10)
Poorest households were most burdened by cost. Of the 4,470 renter households with severe cost
burdens (i.e., paying more than 50% of income for housing), 75% had incomes at or below 30% of AMI.
Of the 2,550 owner households with severe cost burdens, 45% had incomes at or below 30% of AMI.
Nearly half (49%) of all renter households in the Tri -Cities had at least one housing problem, according
to the CHAS data. Note that selected conditions include cost -burden and overcrowding, so "condition" is
not primarily a matter of housing quality. Housing problems were more frequently a matter of housing
costs in relation to income than because of overcrowding or lack or complete plumbing or kitchen
facilities. Nearly one-quarter (21%) of owner households also had least one housing problem.
CHAS data also provide an estimate of households with severe housing problems. Severe problems
include lack of complete plumbing and/or kitchen facilities, severe cost burden (paying more than 50%
of income for housing) and severe overcrowding (more than 1.5 persons per room). By far the most
prevalent severe problem was housing cost in relation to income. Households with lowest incomes were
more frequently burdened by severe housing problems.
The following figures combine data from CHAS tables showing problems (severe and moderate) for
renters and owner by income range to 100% of AMI. Each column is the total of the estimated renters or
owners in each income range for each of the Tri -Cities.
According to the CHAS data, there were 9,662 low and moderate income households (incomes below
80% of AMI) in the Tri -Cities — about the same number of renters (5,006 households) as owners (4,656)
at low -mod income levels. However, there were many more renter households than owners with
incomes at or below 30% of AMI and with incomes between 30% and 50% of AMI.
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Figure 4: Owner and Renter Households with Housing Problems by Income Range
Source: 2007-2011 CHAS data
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• The majority of both renter and owner households with incomes at or below 30% of AMI had
one or more severe housing problems —72% of renters and 59% of owners. By far the greatest
factor was cost in relation to income.
• The majority of both renter and owner households with incomes between 30% and 50% of AMI
had housing problems, although fewer severe problems— 71% of renters and 63% of owners.
Again, the most prevalent contributing factor was cost in relation to income.
While all three cities share the finding that lowest income households, both renters and owners, have
housing problems including severe housing problems, a greater number of renter households, than
owner households in each city is burdened by severe housing problems.
Single -Person Households with Needs (NA30)
There were 15,163 people living alone in the Tri -Cities as of the 2010 census. That was equal to 26% of
the population in Kennewick, 28% in Richland and 17% in Pasco. Of the people living alone, 34% were 65
and older. A growing elderly population will represent needs for housing and other assistance. It is not
possible to estimate with certainty the number and type of single person households that will need
assistance, but there is concern that there is already an unmet need and that need will grow.
The Point -in -Time count of homelessness in the Tri -Cities (January 2014) found 125 chronically homeless
individuals. This most assuredly underestimated the housing and services needs of this hard -to -serve
population. Stakeholders contributing to this Plan noted a number of vulnerable populations (many
likely to be single individuals) in need of housing assistance: elderly, people with disabilities, veterans,
people with substance abuse disorders, people with mental illness, and victims of domestic violence.
Disproportionate Need by Race/Ethnicity (NA30)
Disproportionately greater need is defined as a difference greater than ten percentage points for any
racial or ethnic group than the jurisdiction as a whole (for the Tri -Cities as a region). Several CHAS tables
show households with housing problems by income and by race/ethnicity of the householder. With the
exception of Hispanic householders, the numbers of minority householders are small and associated
with large margins of error because of American Community Survey sampling. Hispanic householders
are the primary minority population and there were no income ranges in which the percentage of
Hispanic householders with one or more housing problems was greater than ten percentage points of
the jurisdiction as a whole. Similarly in examining data for severe housing problems by race and
ethnicity, the numbers of minority households, with the exception of Hispanic householders, are small
and associated with large margins of error. Detailed analysis of non -Hispanic minority householders was
not considered reliable for purposes of determining need.
In examining severe housing problems, again looking at Hispanic householders, there was no
disproportionality between the jurisdiction as a whole and Hispanic householders, except in one
instance and that is for households with incomes between 50% and 80% of AMI. Thirteen percent of
households in the jurisdiction had one or more severe housing problems. In comparison 23% of Hispanic
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householders had one or more severe housing problems. The percentage difference was just over 10%,
so the need is considered to be disproportionate.
Looking at housing cost burden alone, overall 30% of households in the Tri -Cities paid 30% or more of
their income for housing costs, and 13% paid 50% or more of their income for housing, which is a severe
cost burden. Hispanic householders disproportionately experienced cost burdens —43% paid 30% or
more of household income for housing costs and 19% paid 50% or more of their income for housing
(severe cost burden). While the number of other minorities is small, and data particularly subject to
error, CHAS estimates also suggested that Black/African American householders were
disproportionately cost -burdened —44% of households were estimated to spend 30% or more of their
income for housing and 24% were estimated to spend 50% or more of their income housing costs.
Areas of Concentration of Housing Problems (MA50)
In terms of physical problems with housing, such as lack of complete plumbing and kitchen facilities,
there are areas in the region in which people live in campers and boats, which might not have complete
facilities. There are numerous sites with mobile homes in which conditions are poor. Older areas in the
region contain housing built at the time of incorporation or shortly thereafter that undoubtedly present
opportunities for rehabilitation. These may span entire neighborhoods, however, particularly in the
eastern portions of the cities (those areas developed earliest). The cities have an eye on improving
neighborhoods as resources allow.
Areas of Concentration of Minorities or Low -Income Population (MA50)
The eastern portions of the cities, which are the older sections, contain the low -mod qualifying block
groups in general. In Pasco, this is roughly the central and eastern portions (east of US Highway 395 and
south of 1-182) and also the areas in which there are disproportionate concentrations of minority
(Hispanic) households. However, Pasco has traditionally been a more Hispanic community and remains
so, in fact building on a strong Hispanic heritage in downtown development plans.
In Kennewick the qualifying low -mod residential areas tend to be concentrated near the Columbia River
and in the eastern and oldest parts of the city, those areas east of US Highway 395 and north of 10`h
Avenue. About half of the low -mod qualifying block groups are also those in which there are
disproportionate concentrations of racial or ethnic minority populations. In Richland the qualifying low -
mod block groups are in south-central Richland and Island View. There is only one block group with
disproportionate racial or ethnic minority concentration.
BARRIERS TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING (MA40)
The Tri -Cities have the benefit of sufficient land for housing development. Unlike built -out cities, land is
available for new housing construction and is made ready by the extension of roads, water, sewer and
other necessary infrastructure. That process is underway and will continue with new demand. The City
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of Pasco has annexed significant parcels of land specifically to make room for new development, and as
it did so, it insured infrastructure was in place to support new housing.
The cost of housing in the Tri -Cities, both rental and that for homeownership, is more affordable in the
Tri -Cities than in Washington State. Lower housing costs are a benefit in attracting new businesses and
new residents to the area. Still, the cost of housing is out of reach of lowest -income households, both
renters and owners. Land use policies in the cities encourage a range of housing type and cost. The City
of Kennewick housing policies (City of Kennewick Comprehensive Plan 2013) encourage infill; allow
manufactured homes; provide for higher densities around shopping, transit, schools, public facilities and
arterials; allow innovative housing; and, promote affordable housing. New development plans in an area
of the Bridge-to-Bridge/River-to-Rail area calls for promoting affordable housing (to households earning
80% or less of area income) through mixed use zoning, height and parking inducements, deferred fees
and other steps to increase workforce housing.
The City of Pasco (City of Pasco Comprehensive Plan 2007-1027) likewise has policies to encourage a
variety of housing types and infill, transit -oriented density, but to avoid concentrations of high density
housing, consistent with the nature of housing in the three cities. Policies in Pasco specifically call for
support of organizations and programs involved in affordable housing development, repair and
rehabilitation. Pasco, through the rental licensing program, actively works to maintain the quality of
existing housing and neighborhoods throughout the City. The City of Richland (City of Richland
Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2008) also encourages affordable housing. Key among the policies is
promoting investment in older neighborhoods to preserve and maintain older units, including "Alphabet
Housing" build during the 1940s and 1950s, which provide affordable and modestly priced housing for
residents. The City encourages a range of housing types and promotes policies to encourage them,
including accessory dwelling units, cluster development, single room occupancy units, zero lot line and
other provisions that provide flexibility in meeting housing needs and demand.
In spite of housing policies in each of the cities promoting affordable housing, infill and a mix of housing
types, costs are high in comparison with what is affordable to households at the lowest levels of income.
Nonprofit and other providers stretch funds to provide housing and other assistance at this level. There
is a lack of lower-cost land in already -developed areas in the cities, particularly in the central cores, and
there is a lack of land zoned for higher density multifamily development with infrastructure in place for
ready development. Still, more multifamily units are being constructed and amount to 21% of permitted
units over the last ten years.
Antiquated building codes can also create cost barriers to new construction; however, the three cities
have updated their codes, having adopted late versions that were developed by the industry to decrease
the impact of codes on housing costs. The cities are committed to continually update the codes to
reduce barriers to affordability.
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PUBLICLY ASSISTED HOUSING
Introduction (NA35)
There is a variety of assisted affordable housing options available in the Tri -Cities. HUD and the State of
Washington (Washington State Housing Trust Funds and Washington State Housing Finance Commission
Tax Credits) subsidized housing programs have generated an inventory of housing, primarily in
Kennewick and Pasco. The vast majority are family units with several projects with both family and
disabled units. (See appendix for list of assisted housing, other than those managed by the housing
authorities.)
There are two housing authorities in the Tri -Cities. The Kennewick Housing Authority (KHA) has recently
taken over the assets of the dissolved Richland Housing Authority. The Housing Authority of the City of
Pasco and Franklin County (HACPFC) operates housing programs on the north side of the Columbia
River. Together they provide over 1,900 lower income households with affordable housing assistance,
including project -based and tenant -based programs.
Public Housing Developments (MA25)
There are 470 Public Housing units operated by the two housing authorities (280 by HACPFC and 190 by
KHA). An additional 374 affordable housing units developed through other project -based financing
programs provide much needed housing, 68 by HACPFC and 182 by KHA. Together, a total of 720
subsidized project -based units are available for residents of the two -county area. This includes the 32 -
unit Nueva Vista project which is currently being built with Housing Trust Funds and Benton/Franklin
local funds. Not included is a 38 -unit farmworker housing complex under construction by the HACPFC
that will be ready for occupancy in 2015 in addition to 68 units of existing non -subsidized farmworker
housing.
While there are a few large developments available to low and moderate income seniors and persons
with disabilities, the majority of projects are in smaller developments designated for families. Deep
subsidies are used in a few projects such as the developing 32 -unit Nueva Vista project which designates
50% of the units family households with incomes under 50% of area median income and 50% of the
units for homeless persons. State Housing Trust Fund and Tax Credit projects under the Washington
State Housing Finance Commission (WSHFC) are the primary financing mechanisms used for the non-
public housing projects. Local HOME and other local funding sources make up the rest.
Targeting of Housing Assistance Programs (MA20)
In general, units are targeted to households with lowest incomes (below 30% of AMI and below 50% of
AMI). Targeted also include farmworkers and large families. The Kennewick Housing Authority (KHA) has
a local preference for the elderly or disabled, victims of domestic violence and veterans. The Housing
Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County generally targets households at or below 50% of Area
Median Income. Assisted housing has also been developed or reserved for particular populations,
including persons with developmental disabilities.
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Table 33: Inventory of Housing Authority Project -Based Units
Project Name Units Type
Keewaydin Plaza*
66
0 1
66
Sunnyslope Homes*
124
124
0
Mitchell Manor
6
0
6
Housing for victims of domestic violence
6
6
0
Nueva Vista (under development)
32
26
6
Columbia Park Apartments Mod -Rehab
138
138
Total project -based units
372
294
78
Ho ' of C of Pasco and FrankUn C
usin Jtutbor ounty
Rosewood Park elderly/disabled*
165
0
165
Rosewood Park multifamily*
8
8
0
Sprucewood Square*
60
60
0
Beechwood Square*
11
11
0
Birchwood Square*
12
12
0
Sagewood Square*
4
4
0
Oakewood Square*
6
6
0
Alderwood Square* 10 10 1 0
Maplewood Square* 4 4 0
Highland Park Apartments 24 24 0
Clearwood Square 32 32 0
Driftwood Square 8 8 0
Firwood Square 4 4 0
Total project -based units 348 183 165
*Public Housing
Source: Housing authorities
Public Housing Condition (MA25)
There are a total of 11 public housing developments managed by the housing authorities, nine by
HACPFC. A total of 470 public housing units are included in the inventory. The units are in generally good
condition. KHA has developed a capital financing plan to repair roofs, repair irrigation systems,
rehabilitate the parking areas, replace HVAC equipment and replace/repair appliances.
While the Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County has plans to make repairs to
maintain the interior and exterior of its public housing units, it does not currently contemplate
redevelopment. Specific efforts in the coming months are to rehabilitate the exterior of Sprucewood
using three capital grants.
Public Housing Tenant Strategy (MA25)
The Kennewick Housing Authority (Annual Plan 2014) has improved safety of tenants at Sunnyslope
Homes by installing a Police Officer in Residence unit at that property. The officer will serve as a mentor
for resident youth and be available to sponsor summer after -hour activities. The Housing Authority of
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the City of Pasco and Franklin County is reinstituting the resident/tenant council. Family Self -Sufficiency
(FSS) programs are in place at both housing authorities.
Vouchers/ Certificates
A total of 1,185 vouchers are managed by the housing authorities. There are no certificates in the area.
The Kennewick Housing Authority provides 867 vouchers primarily to low and moderate income families
on a scattered site basis. Eighteen are family unification vouchers and 122 are NED (non -elderly
disabled) vouchers. The Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County manages 318 Section
8 tenant -based vouchers, including 21 family reunification vouchers. A significant barrierfaced by both
housing authorities is that of having to support vouchers that are ported out to other jurisdictions. This
is particularly the case when the vouchers are ported to more expensive areas. In that case, the voucher
must be supported at a higher rate (sometimes substantially higher) leading to a lower ability to support
locally -used vouchers and a net loss of locally subsidized renters.
Table 34: Public Housing by Program Type
Program Type
Vouchers/ Special Purpose Voucher
Mod- Public Project- Tenant- VA Family
Certificates Certificate Rehab Housing Total based based I Supportive Unification I Disabled*
HACPFC
0 0
280
280
0
318
0
21
0
KHA
0 138
190
328
6
867
0
18
122
Total
0 138
470
608
6
1,185
0
39
122
Source: Housing Authorities(KHA and HACPFC)
Housing Authority Wait Lists (NA35)
The need for rental assistance is clear from the number of people applying for assistance and wait lists.
The Kennewick Housing Authority (KHA) currently has an open Section 8 application process which will
remain open until the end of the calendar year. As of mid-September 2014 (after the process had been
opened for approximately two months), the Section 8 wait list includes 31 elderly, 118 persons with
disabilities and 302 families. The Public Housing wait list includes 20 elderly, 66 persons with disabilities
and 191 families. Finally, the Moderate Rehabilitation project wait list includes ten elderly, 60 persons
with disabilities and 153 families. The KHA wait list does not reflect the needs of the population at large
in that the population with disabilities is larger than one might expect in the general population needing
accessible units.
The Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County wait list for Public Housing was open in
the summer months of 2014. There are no data available at the writing of the plan. The Housing
Authority anticipates opening the Section 8 wait list in fall of 2014.
Potential Loss of Units.(MA10)
The Kennewick Housing Authority currently has a two person Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership
program that had been developed by the Richland Housing Authority. KHA will consider development of
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an expanded effort when it develops its next 5 -Year Plan. The Housing Authority anticipates that as
many as 30 homeownership vouchers may be used. The Housing Authority does not anticipate other
losses from expiring contracts or demolition. The Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin
County does not anticipate the loss of units from any source or action in the near future.
HOMELESSNESS IN THE TRI -CITIES
Extent of Homelessness (NA40)
There were 743 persons estimated to have experienced homelessness in the past year in Benton -
Franklin Counties. Almost all experienced homelessness for an average of 200 days or more. On a single
day in January 2014 a total of 226 persons were found to be homeless, with all but 36 sheltered in
housing within the Continuum's resources. However, volunteer organizers of the annual count stated
that, as in previous counts, the numbers of homeless found on the streets or in vehicles did not fairly
reflect the total number of persons without housing on that one day in winter— but represented a
significant undercount.
Table 35: Homeless Needs Assessment
Source: 1/1/14-12/31/14 HMIs Report & Point in Time Count 1/29/14, Washington State Department of Commerce
The number of homeless found in 2014 (226) was a significant increase over the single day count in 2013
(also conducted in the last week of January) which found a total of 142 persons, showing a year over
year increase of 59%. This trend is consistent with the results of the statewide count which showed
significantly higher numbers in 2014. The biggest change in the Tri -Cities was in the number sheltered in
homeless housing facilities which increased from 78 to 190, a 144% increase. On the other hand, the
number of chronically homeless persons found fell from 42 to 33.
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Estimated N of persons
Estimate
Estimate
Estimate
Estimated days
Population
experiencing homeless
experiencing
becoming
exiting
persons
on a given night
homelessness
homeless
homelessness
experience
Sheltered
Unsheltered
each year
each year
each year
homelessness
Persons in HH with
adult(s) and
71
4
231
119
98
224
children
Persons in HH with
0
0
13
4
4
190
only children
Persons in HH with
119
32
499
187
173
240
only adults
Chronically
hometess
19
14
125
41
22
234
individuals
Chronically homes
0
0
0
0
0
0
families
Veterans
10
4
15
11
58
125
Unaccompanied
0
0
0
0
0
0
child
Persons with HIV
1 0
0
0
0
0
0
Source: 1/1/14-12/31/14 HMIs Report & Point in Time Count 1/29/14, Washington State Department of Commerce
The number of homeless found in 2014 (226) was a significant increase over the single day count in 2013
(also conducted in the last week of January) which found a total of 142 persons, showing a year over
year increase of 59%. This trend is consistent with the results of the statewide count which showed
significantly higher numbers in 2014. The biggest change in the Tri -Cities was in the number sheltered in
homeless housing facilities which increased from 78 to 190, a 144% increase. On the other hand, the
number of chronically homeless persons found fell from 42 to 33.
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Those categorized as "chronically homeless" are persons who are homeless, disabled and who have
either been on the streets or in shelters for a year or who have had four episodes of homelessness in the
past three years. Many of these, and others who are homeless but not "chronically homeless," also
suffer from severe mental illness or substance abuse. While the number of veterans and chronically
homeless persons found was small, they were more likely to be unsheltered on the day of the count.
This is probably a function of their disability and an unwillingness or fear of living in organized housing.
Causes of Homelessness
There may be multiple causes for homelessness for individuals and families in the Tri -Cities. High
housing costs, lack of affordable housing and stagnant income are three of the most significant factors,
which might be exacerbated by one or more of those listed below.
• Domestic violence — many homeless women and children left an abusive situation. Lack of
affordable housing and limited shelter space leave individuals experiencing violence few
choices; many will stay in unsafe situations for lack of other options.
• Mental illness and physical disabilities are the root of the inability to retain housing. Lack of
residential stability makes healthcare delivery more complicated. Health conditions that require
ongoing treatment such as diabetes, HIV, addiction, and mental illness are difficult to treat when
people are living in a shelter or on the streets. Homeless individuals often lack access to
preventative care and wait for a crisis or a trip to the emergency room for treatment. Overall, as
many as 30% of homeless individuals self-report a health-related problem.
• Drug and alcohol abuse are significant contributors to homelessness because of the impact on
health, family, finances, and the ability to obtain and retain employment. It is estimated that as
many as 12% of homeless individuals self-report a substance abuse problem.
• Generational poverty is also a contributing factor to homelessness. Research indicates that the
longer people are in poverty the less likely they are to escape it. Twenty-five percent of people
who were consistently poor before age 17 were still poor at age 26 (John Iceland, Poverty in
America 2003).
• Loss of system support for people leaving jails, prisons, hospitals, foster care, or treatment
facilities can lead to homelessness.
Rural Homelessness (NA40)
Because of the very small estimate of rural homeless who might have been counted, the assumption is
that the count was primarily of urban homelessness. While most of the homeless found in the annual
point -in -time count are characterized as urban homeless or transient homeless persons, a few who were
living in the rural areas of the county and or came from other rural areas of the state, were found. The
majority of the rural population does not seek housing in the cities except under extreme weather
conditions, and they are more likely to seek assistance to meet their other basic needs for food or
clothing than assistance with housing. Compared with the homeless in the cities, persons coming into
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the system from rural areas tend to have more limited resources and a greater percentage of this group
is veterans or other single individuals.
Families in Need of Housing (NA40)
While the need for housing assistance and affordable housing, including housing for families in general
and families of veterans, is clear from input received for this Consolidated Plan, it is difficult to estimate
the number of families with children in need and the number of families of veterans. One-third of those
found homeless in the point -in -time count lived in households with children. These households include
families of veterans, adults who have suffered from domestic violence, and many with limited
employment experience and skills. The primary need of persons and families who are homeless is stable
housing. Most have need of specialized supportive services. There were 32 unsheltered persons in
households without children, only four persons in households with children who were unsheltered on
the one night. However, members of the Continuum of Care state that this is not representative of the
number of unsheltered homeless in the Tri -Cities due to the typical undercounting that occurs in the
one-night count. It is clear that additional housing resources are needed, particularly transitional and
rapid rehousing resources.
Extent of Homelessness by Race and Ethnicity (NA40)
The overwhelming number of persons found homeless in January 2014 were not minority. There were
170 individuals identified as white, 150 of whom were sheltered. Ten individuals were racial minorities,
all but one sheltered. By ethnicity, 3S% identified themselves as Hispanic, 58 sheltered and five
unsheltered on the night of the count. However, these estimates represent only those counted and
certainly is an underestimate of homeless and homelessness by race and ethnicity.
Table 36: Sheltered and Unsheltered Homeless by Race/Ethnicity
150
Black or African American 1 61 u
American Indian/AK Native1
Pacific Islander i 0 0
Sheltered
Not Hispanic 1 100 1 18
Source: Benton/Franklin Counties 1/29/14 Point -in -Time Count
Housing Needs of those At -Risk (NA10)
In January 2014, a total of 71 persons residing in families with children and extremely low incomes were
sheltered in shelters and transitional housing in the Tri -Cities. These families and others who are
precariously housed in private housing face significant barriers in remaining sheltered and housed. They
have in common very limited incomes with insufficient or no employment and many face the decision of
paying for rent, food or medicine. Many face serious barriers to employment or even finding full-time
work with sufficient wages to live. Barriers include lack of the right marketable skills, overwhelming
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childcare expenses, inadequate transportation, and high medical expenses. Finding housing they can
afford may mean living in substandard housing or overcrowded conditions. Their needs include
substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling and case management, affordable childcare
services, basic health care, employment training and counseling, and life skills training.
One method of preventing the fall into homelessness is to provide rapid rehousing resources — housing
that is immediately available to prevent loss of housing. Under this method, assistance in the form of
stabilizing services is provided after individuals and families are housed. The federal initiative launched
as part of the economic recovery plan provided resources to the State for operating a rapid rehousing
program. The federal subsidy for this program is expiring. There are no families in the two counties that
have been assisted by federal rapid rehousing resources (under the Economic Recovery Initiative) that
are about to lose their subsidy and potentially fall into homelessness. In addition, Washington State
Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and rapid rehousing resources provide assistance to limit the potential
that those leaving the program falling into homelessness.
Estimates of At -Risk Populations (NASO)
No data were found at the community level to accurately determine the extent of persons at risk of
homelessness; therefore, no attempt was made to estimate the number at -risk of homelessness in the
area. However, CHAS data and the discussion of housing affordability provide potential criteria for
developing a methodology in the future. The CHAS tables provide an estimate of extremely low-income
households (30% or less of AMI). These households are the most vulnerable, precariously housed, and
would be among those that should be counted in any estimate of at -risk populations.
Unstable Housing and Risk of Homelessness (NA10)
Among specific characteristics that can help identify if households lack housing stability and have
increased risk of homelessness are overcrowding, living in substandard housing, paying more than 50%
of household income for rent, unaffordable mortgage costs, and inability to pay utilities. Other factors
not related directly to housing include unemployment or underemployment, poor health, high medical
expenses, high childcare expenses, family instability, domestic violence, and substance abuse.
Homeless Housing Resources
Introduction (MA30)
The Continuum has placed a priority on permanent supportive housing and housing for persons with
severe issues such as serious mental illness and chronic homeless persons. Up to the turn of the century,
the vast majority of homeless housing resources were for shelter and, to a lesser extent, for transitional
housing. Providers have slowly increased the supply of permanent supportive housing for persons with
disabilities and, more specifically, housing targeted to chronically homeless persons. Today, while there
are still more beds dedicated shelter (139), the number of beds dedicated for permanent supportive
housing has reached 140, and 88 beds are dedicated to transitional housing.
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Table 37: Facilities Targeted to Homeless Households
Notes: Report does not include Rapid Rehousing Units; additional Deas Tor tammes and smgie aauns were assigneu m un: wp rwu
rows in equal shares, where It was not possible to make more precise determination.
Source: Annual Homeless Housing Inventory Chart 1/29/14, Washington State Department of Commerce
Table 38: Specific Project Facilities Targeted to Homeless Households
Tri -City Union Gospel Mission
Single women/women/child shelter
Transitional
Permanent Supportive
Single female shelter
Emergency Shelter Beds
Housing Beds
Housing Beds
Voucher/
Year Round Reds
Current
Current Under
Population
Safe Harbor Crisis
Seasonal
(current &new)
&New
&New Development
Benton PSH disabled single males, females, families
Overflow Beds
Transitional Housing
Benton PSH disabled single males, females, families
HH with adults & children
11 N/A
75
20 0
HH with only adults
128 N/A
13
120 0
Unaccompanied children
24 N/A
0
0 0
Chronically homeless
0 N/A
0
73 0
Veterans
0 N/A
SO
8 0
Notes: Report does not include Rapid Rehousing Units; additional Deas Tor tammes and smgie aauns were assigneu m un: wp rwu
rows in equal shares, where It was not possible to make more precise determination.
Source: Annual Homeless Housing Inventory Chart 1/29/14, Washington State Department of Commerce
Table 38: Specific Project Facilities Targeted to Homeless Households
Tri -City Union Gospel Mission
Single women/women/child shelter
22
Tri -City Union Gospel Mission
Single female shelter
22
Tri -City Union Gospel Mission
Single male shelter
95
My Friend's Place
Teens 13-17; singles; family shelter
16
Safe Harbor Crisis
Teen single male & female youth shelter
8
Total
Benton PSH disabled single males, females, families
163
Transitional Housing
Benton PSH disabled single males, females, families
5
Elijah Family Homes
Families in recovery with children
72
Columbia Basin Veterans Coalition
Wagenaar-Pfister House for veterans
5
Columbia Basin Veterans Coalition
North Richland House for veterans
5
Kennewick Housing Authority
DV housing for single females/families
6
Benton/Franklin CAC Bateman House 1
Single male and female
Sts
Benton/Franklin CAC Bateman House 2
Single male and female
24
Benton/Franklin CAC Home Choices 1
Single male and female leasing
32
Benton/Franklin CAC Home Choices 2
Single male and female leasing
17
Benton Franklin Dept Human Services
CHG PSH single males, females, families
7
Benton Franklin Dept Human Services
Benton PSH disabled single males, females, families
8
Benton Franklin Dept Human Services
Benton PSH disabled single males, females, families
5
Benton Franklin Dept Human Services
Benton single males, females, families
4
Benton Franklin Dept Human Services
Franklin single males, females, families
2
Benton Franklin Dept Human Services
Shelter Plus Care single males, females, families
15
Blue Mountain Action Council -VASH
PSH single males, females, families
R
-Does not include Rapid Rehousing units
Source: Washington HMIS Housing Inventory Report, WA Department of Commerce 1/29/14
Housing and shelter resources are summarized in Table 37 and listed in detail in Table 38. Additional
housing resources include 11 Oxford Houses that provide housing for recovering addicts, several
programs offering short-term vouchers, and the Benton Franklin Community Action Connections' 45
units of Tenant Based Rental Assistance.
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Services
Mainstream Services Availability (MA30)
There is an array of mainstream services available in the Tri -Cities. The Community Action Connection
provides information and access to emergency prescriptions and health insurance. There are a number
of health care providers: Benton Franklin Health District Community Health Centers, Tri -Cities
Community Health, Grace Clinic, Kadlec Medical Center, Kennewick General Hospital, Lourdes Medical
Center, and Miramar Health Center. Substance abuse assessment and treatment services are available
through the Action Chemical Dependency Center, Benton Franklin Detox Center, Central Washington
Comprehensive Mental Health and Dependency Health Services, and First Step Community Counseling
Services. Mental health services are available through Catholic Family and Child Services, Central
Washington Comprehensive Mental Health and Dependency Health Services, Lourdes Counseling
Center, and Therapeutic Innovations and Recovery.
Training, job preparation and employment services are available through Columbia Basin College,
Columbia Industries, Goodwill Industries, Work Source, Community Action Connections' Adult Literacy
Program, and other training and literacy programs. Veteran's services are available through the
Columbia Basin Veterans Coalition and Catholic Family and Child Services.
Members of the two -county Continuum have focused on assuring that persons eligible for mainstream
services are advised and assessed as to their eligibility and are assisted to obtain services for which they
are eligible. The newly -instituted Coordinated Entry System, maintained by Benton and Franklin
Counties Department of Human Services, includes a review of the individual's needs and a match to
potential resources. Providers of homeless housing and services periodically review all participants to
determine their need for mainstream and other services and their progress in moving toward self-
sufficiency.
Nonmainstream Services Availability (MA30)
Most services shown in Table 39 related to preventing homelessness are existent in the Tri -Cities. Only
mobile outreach clinics and law enforcement outreach services are not found in the area. In addition,
most of the categories of services are available and targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV.
While services are available, they are not are not necessarily at -hand or available in sufficient quantity.
There was general agreement among stakeholders interviewed for this Consolidated Plan that there
were gaps in intensive case management and other support services. Emergency assistance to prevent
homelessness is inadequate including short-term rent assistance, help with utilities, and other forms of
assistance that would benefit from an adequate source of flexible funds. As noted in the 10 -Year Plan to
End Homelessness, Phase Two, the cost of preventing homelessness by meeting immediate needs might
range between $3,000 and $5,000, whereas intervening with a household once homeless could amount
to many multiples of that cost.
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Table 39: Homeless Prevention Services Summary
Available in the Targeted to People with
Homelessness Prevention Services I Targeted to Homeless I uiv
Other
Source: 2012 Update of 10 -Year Plan to End Homelessness as updated by members of the Continuum of Care In 2014
POPULATIONS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS (NA45)
Elderly/Frail Elderly
HUD defines elderly as age 62 and older and frail elderly as those requiring assistance with three or
more activities of daily living (bathing, walking, light housework, etc.). It is expected that the share of
older people will grow as the "baby boomers" (those born between 1946 and 1964) age. The projection
in Washington is that 20% of the population will be 65 or older by 2030.13 The projections for both
Benton County and Franklin County are lower -18°x6 of the population in Benton County and 11% of the
population in Franklin County will be 65 or older by 2030. Still, the impact of an aging population will be
substantial. Statewide, more than one in five people will be elderly by 2030 and, as that cohort ages,
they will be increasing frail. According to OFM projections this means that the share of working age
individuals will decline relative to the population dependent upon them.
After retirement, household income is reduced for most elderly households. Surviving spouses may see
an additional reduction. According to 2008-2012 ACS estimates, 13% of seniors (65 and over) in Franklin
County and 6% of those in Benton County were living below poverty. Seniors are also more likely to have
a disability, most frequently an ambulatory difficulty. (Note that the ACS question asks about a "serious"
" Washington OFM Forecasting, May 2012.
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difficulty walking or climbing stairs.) One-third and more of people 65 and over (not living in institutions)
had a disability— 33% in Richland to 37% in Pasco.
Southeast Washington Aging and Long Term Care (SE/ALTC) is the designated Area Agency on Aging
covering eight counties in southeast Washington, including Benton and Franklin Counties. (Other
counties covered are Yakima, Kittitas, Walla Walla, Columbia, Garfield and Asotin.)14 The SE/ALTC plan
notes that agricultural workers, primarily Hispanic, from the eight counties have health issues "related
to early years of very strenuous physical labor, exposure to pesticides, and repetitive functions that can
damage the arms, elbows and shoulders." While agriculture is not the primary employment in the Tri -
Cities, a portion of seniors will have such health issues.
Priority needs recommended in the SE/ALTC plan by contributing stakeholders for both Benton and
Franklin Counties include: services related to aging and disability resource center (referrals, assistance,
outreach and navigation), senior nutrition, bathing programs, foot care, adult day care and dental. While
the counties were not identical, they had these recommendations in common.
There is a recognized need for planning, outreach, housing and support services for seniors to age in
place, that is, to stay in their own homes for as long as that is their choice. The SE/ALTC plan calls for
collaboration to advocate for more affordable, safe housing for the elderly and people with disabilities.
The need for an array of housing choices for seniors was echoed by stakeholders interviewed for this
Consolidated Plan.
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services published a report summarizing findings
of a survey of potential clients and their families and service professionals that addressed the needs of
older adults and people with disabilities." The results painted a not surprising picture of people wanting
to live as part of communities and families, with access to in-home supports and accommodations to
enable them to live safely. There was concern about running out of money, of being isolated, and being
a burden on care -givers and families. Access to community services, including recreation, was
emphasized by both potential clients/family caregivers and providers.
Persons with Mental or Physical Disabilities and Developmental Disabilities
People 65 and older represent the largest cohort of residents with disabilities, as surveyed in the
American Community Survey. The 2008-2012 ACS estimated that in Benton County 10% of the
population between the ages of 18 and 64 had a disability, as did 4% of those under the age of 18. The
estimate in Franklin County was that 9% of the population between the ages of 18 and 64 had a
disability, as did 2% under the age of 18. A recent analysis of 2012 single -year ACS data for Washington
State provides insights into the extent of disabilities for the working -age population (21 to 64)16
"South East Washington Aging and Long Term Care 2012-2015 Area Plan (altcwashington.com)
1° Kohlenberg, L, Raiha, N, and Felver, B. (2014). What Do Older Adults and People with Disabilities Need: Answers to Open -Ended Questions
from DSHS' Aging and Long -Term Support Administration State Plan on Aging Survey. Washington State Department of Social and Health
Services, Research and Data Analysis Division.
's Erickson, W., Lee, C., & von Schrader, S. (2014).2012 Disability Status report: Washington. Ithaca, NY: Cornell University Employment and
Disability Institute (EDI).
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Statewide, the employment rate of working age people with disabilities was 37%, compared with 77%
for persons without disabilities. In the same year, 23% of persons with disabilities had full-time, full -year
employment, compared with 55% of persons without disabilities. About 18% were receiving SSI and 26%
were living in poverty (compared with 11% of working -age adults without a disability.
The Washington Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) served 1,911 clients with
developmental disabilities in Benton and Franklin Counties, including 1,448 in the Tri -Cities, between
July 2012 and June 2013.17 The Arc of Tri -Cities provides an array of services for persons with
developmental disabilities of all ages. In their Strategic Business Plan (2013-2016), the agency identified
limited funding and other resources as a circumstance that was a threat to success. Declining funding
from government sources, uncertainty about funding, and competition among agencies, weakens the
service delivery system. The report estimates that the eligible client list is growing at 6% a year in
Washington resulting in an average caseload of over 100 clients per case manager, which is the highest
in the United States. A change in focus from community residential placement by professionals to care
in a client's own home or family home, an increased number of individuals with developmental delays
and disabilities, an increased rate of persons with autism (now 1 in 50), and termination of some
programs has resulted in denials and/or long waits for services. The aging population is an added
concern, in that a number of clients are living with aging parents/caregivers.
Mental illness ranges from mild and short-term to chronic, lifetime conditions. Publicly funded services
tend to focus on people whose illness affects their ability to work and live in the community
independently. The Washington Department of Social and Health Services served 6,566 lower-income
qualifying clients in Benton and Franklin Counties, including 5,305 in the Tri -Cities (2012-2013). The
majority of the services were outpatient evaluation and treatment, followed by crisis intervention.
It is difficult to measure the incidence of serious mental illness (SMI). A 2003 study by DSHS estimated
that there were 29,544 persons with SMI in the Greater Columbia RSN (Regional Service Network) that
covers ten counties including Benton and Franklin. About 57% of that estimate was thought to be
Medicaid eligible. Included in that estimate were 12,084 children with serious emotional disorders
(SED).'g
Mental illness is the primary disabling condition (about 47%) among Washington's SSI recipients (clients
age 18-64) followed by developmental disabilities (about 16%).19 The Patient Protection and Affordable
Care Act (ACA) provides a financial incentive for treatment of mental illness prior to it becoming a
disabling condition. Beginning in 2014, persons under age 65 with incomes at or below 133% of poverty
are eligible for Medicaid. Under the Medicaid Expansion and federal funding, it is less costly for
" (clientdata.rda.dshs.wa.gov)
" Washington Department of Social & Health services, Health & Rehabilitative Services Administration, Mental Health Division. (2003). The
Prevalence of Serious Mental Illness in Washington State: Report to the Legislature.
19 Mancuso, D., Ford Shah, M., and Felver, B. (2011). Disability Caseload Trends and Mental Illness: incentives under Health Care Reform to
Invest in Mental Health Treatment for Non -Disabled Adults. Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Research & Data Analysis
Division.
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Washington to provide adequate treatment to prevent a disability than waiting until the person falls
under federal disability, which requires a 50% match by the State.
Contributors to the development of this Consolidated Plan consistently mentioned the need for crisis
intervention, housing and supportive services for persons with mental illness. Mental illness is a primary
factor in homelessness, including homeless veterans.
Veterans
Nationally, data show that the majority of homeless veterans are male (92% are) and disproportionately
African American or Hispanic (40% are). An estimated 12% of persons who are homeless in the United
States are veterans. The majority suffer from mental illness and/or alcohol or substance abuse. They
have served in war, mostly since Vietnam. Many veterans who have experienced combat suffer from
PTSD. That leaves them vulnerable to family disruption and the inability to transfer military skills to
civilian life. In addition to those actually homeless, another estimated 1.4 million veterans are
considered to be at risk of homelessness due to poverty and lack of support networks 20
National priorities for homeless veterans (housing and services targeted to sustained self-sufficiency
including employment) are mirrored in the Tri -Cities. While transitional housing beds are available, there
is a waiting list for a limited number of VASH vouchers (through the Walla Walla Housing Authority).
Homeless veterans and those at risk of homelessness are hard pressed to find affordable housing with
limited or no income. Long waits (up to two years) for housing and other assistance could be alleviated
with additional service officers to get veterans qualified as having a service related disability, which
would open doors for them.
The Columbia Basin Veterans Coalition/Veterans Resource Center provides homeless veterans with
access to transitional housing and services, including a path toward education and jobs, but funds are
limited. Ready access to legal services would go a long way to preventing a downward spiral in already
vulnerable veterans many of whom end up losing families and end up in debt and without resources.
Immediate needs also include the basics—transportation (bus vouchers), hygiene, food and other
necessities. While women make up 8% of the veterans nationally, and are certainly part of the homeless
population, they may not be visible, nor come in for services. The Veterans Resource Center is planning
a campaign to reach out to female veterans.
Persons with Drug and Alcohol Dependency
The Washington Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) served 2,044 clients with alcohol and
substance abuse -related services in Benton and Franklin Counties, including 1,587 in the Tri -Cities,
between July 2012 and June 2013. Most of the services were outpatient treatment and assessments.
Substance abuse disorders may accompany mental illness and are often co-occurring disorders. Both
mental illness and substance abuse disorders are factors in homelessness in the Tri -Cities.
30 National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (nchv.org)
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Domestic Violence
The National Coalition against Domestic Violence (NCADV) reports that nationally:
1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate
partner within their lifetime
• 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men have experienced severe physical violence by an intimate partner
• 1 in 7 women and 1 in 18 men have experienced stalking victimization
• Intimate partner violence accounts for 15% of all violent crime
Domestic Violence Services of Benton and Franklin Counties provides an array of services for victims
including emergency shelter, crisis intervention, counseling and advocacy. While services are offered,
they are not sufficient to meet demand. In 2013 the agency served 455 clients (unduplicated), mostly
women, and in 2014 through July, the agency served even more —599 through the first seven months of
2014. The agency provided emergency shelter, including hotel and motel vouchers amounting to 2,053
bed nights in 2013 and even more in 2014 through July (2,681 bed nights).
There is one shelter with eight bedrooms for families and one for single persons. Capacity in the shelter
is anywhere from nine to 12 adults and 22 children. In addition to the shelter there are hotel and motel
vouchers available for short term shelter. The agency was able to offer shelter to those in imminent
danger in 2013 and through July in 2014, but did turn away clients who were not in imminent danger
and those who were homeless, but not victims of domestic violence.
There is a need for affordable housing or ways to make housing affordable to victims. Domestic Violence
Services is able to provide some rental assistance for a few months, there is a need for longer support.
Priority needs also include a source of funds that can be used flexibly to meet individual needs —
deposits, longer rental assistance, car repair, job readiness development, counseling and the number of
other forms of assistance transitioning victims and families need to be successful. More advocates are
badly needed to provide help in crises and with civil and legal matters. Finally, a focus on prevention is
important, including community education about domestic violence and the need for perpetrator
accountability. There is a campaign underway, in partnership with the Benton Franklin Health District, to
raise awareness and skills among teens. Starting in Pasco, the hope is to expand the curriculum in both
counties.
Persons with HIV/AIDS (NA45)
According to Washington State HIV Surveillance Semiannual Report (1" Edition 2014), there were 51
new cases of HIV diagnosed in Benton and Franklin Counties between 2008 and 2013, for a total
cumulative diagnosis from 1982 of 243 cases. As of the end of December 2013, 83 persons in Benton
and Franklin Counties were known to be living with HIV (not AIDS) and 112 persons living with AIDS.
The local incidence of HIV/AIDS is relatively small; however, the disease is becoming more prevalent in
suburban and rural areas. In addition 40% of new cases between 2008 and 2013 in the Benton -Franklin
Health District were late HIV diagnoses (diagnosed with AIDS within 12 months of being diagnosed with
HIV).
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Housing and Support Services for Persons with Special Needs
Housing Needs for People with Disabilities and Victims of Domestic Violence (NA10)
There is no sure way to estimate the true extent of the population in need. One indication is the current
wait list maintained by the housing authorities. At this writing, there are at least 300 people with
disabilities and/or seniors waiting for housing. National ACS data show that 33% or more of people 65
and older have one or more disabilities. There is unmet need for supportive housing for persons with
disabilities, including individuals who are homeless, including veterans. Notably the most frequent
qualifying disability (federally for SSI) among working age persons (18-64) is mental illness. Domestic
violence is not always (even usually) reported. Victims served by Domestic Violence Services of Benton
and Franklin Counties is one way to estimate a need for housing support — in the first seven months of
2014, the agency served 599 clients.
Needs for Housing and Supportive Services (NA45)
The aging population will need additional supportive services in the years ahead. Outreach for this plan
already identified a current and anticipated need for additional housing for the elderly. This will include
a need for an array of choices — modifications in current housing to stay safely in place; in-home support
services; different housing choices in the communities, including apartments and smaller units closer to
services and recreation; meals and nutrition programs; transportation options; assisted living; and,
nursing facilities.
The needs are mirrored in other populations with special needs with the overriding understanding that
self-sufficiency and independence are primary goals, while being connected to the community and
family. Supportive services and case management are necessary during crisis intervention and
stabilization and, or some, on an ongoing basis. For victims of domestic violence and persons with
disabilities, the needs go beyond crisis and short-term intervention. A flexible system of support is
required to assist the individual or family to achieve self-sufficiency.
Supportive Housing Needs (MA35)
As shown in Table 39 (Homeless Prevention Services Summary) most services along the continuum
through homeless prevention and support services are available in the community. These serve not only
the homeless, but include those at risk of homelessness and those with special needs. The gap is in
street outreach services (law enforcement and mobile clinics). While available, need far exceeds the
ability to provide services. Service providers are struggling with reduced funding across the board and
increased demand.
Discharge Planning (MA35)
Members of the homeless Continuum have, over the years, worked together to improve the discharge
systems in the community to reduce the potential for persons being discharged from institutions
(hospitals, mental health facilities, foster care and corrections facilities) being released into
homelessness. Members are currently meeting to develop specific procedures and protocols to improve
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release planning from health care facilities and to see that supportive services and housing are part of
discharge plans. Homeless service and housing providers have been working with counselors and release
agents from Eastern Washington Mental Health Hospital to smooth transitions and community support
for persons with prior residence in the Tri -Cities who are being discharged.
Actions to Support Housing and Services for Persons with Special Needs (MA35)
Each of the Tri -Cities supports programs and projects to benefit persons with special needs. To name
some, seniors are supported through nutrition and food distribution programs, and recreational
programs. Each of the cities continues to remove architectural barriers and install sidewalks with curb
cuts in older neighborhoods. Richland and Kennewick provide support forthe ARC of Tri -Cities
programs. The Tri -Cities provides support for domestic violence services in a number of ways. The City of
Kennewick awarded a 4-plex for use as shelter and partnered with the Community Action Committee for
tenant -based rental assistance. The City of Pasco Police Department has a Domestic Violence Response
Unit for appropriate response to incidents, crisis intervention and referrals, including bilingual advocacy.
NON -HOUSING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Public Facilities Needs (NASO)
Capital Improvement Plans in the three cities include prioritization of park improvements and
expansion. The City of Richland has identified a need to add over 100 acres of parks in the next 20 years
and has developed financing plans (including the use of CDBG funds) to meet that need, while both
Kennewick and Pasco include major allocations of resources for park improvements and facilities. Park
improvements and facilities in lower income neighborhoods, particularly those which support youth
activities, were identified as needs by those interviewed in developing this Consolidated Plan. Options
for youth are needed, both programs and facilities, to engage in positive recreation and employment.
Renovation and upgrades to parks and playground facilities are needed in several existing parks. One
example setting a new standard in the City of Pasco is Memorial Park, which is fully accessible for people
with disabilities. Benton -Franklin Community Health Alliance: Community Health Needs Assessment for
Benton and Franklin Counties 2011 identified obesity as a major health concern and made
recommendations to improve community health. These include alternative transportation (bikes,
walking) and safe environments in which to do so. This is consistent with plans in the Tri -Cities to install
or improve paths and alternative transportation routes. A major asset of all three communities is the
riverfront park area. All three communities are making efforts to greatly improve access and use this as
a major urban community park system.
While discussed in the section on homelessness, facilities to more appropriately prevent and intervene
continue to be a high priority need in the Tri -Cities. These include homeless shelters, hygiene centers,
crisis response facilities, day facilities and detoxification facilities.
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Public Improvements (NA50)
The Tri -Cities continue to identify water/sewer improvements, street improvements and sidewalks as
"high" priority needs. The Benton -Franklin County Health District also spoke of environmental health
problems in the region associated with nitrates in water, particularly well water. In past Consolidated
Plans, stakeholders expressed the need for neighborhood sidewalk improvements, street improvements
and the use of Local Improvement Districts (LIDS). Advances have been made in meeting those needs,
but stakeholders interviewed for the current plan supported these as continuing priorities among
infrastructure needs.
Streets in several areas of all three cities lack sidewalks, curbs and gutters, and adequate lighting. All
three cities continue to upgrade the most critical neighborhood streets —those with safety issues,
particularly for children, the elderly and people with disabilities. Cities are also working to improve
accessibility by making street crossings/curbs fully accessible.
Capital Improvement Plans in the three cities include an annual commitment to work toward improving
handicapped accessible sidewalks. The City of Kennewick plans for $75,000 annually for sidewalks and
Pasco $150,000 annually for ADA -grade sidewalk improvements, while Richland commits to fill in gaps
where sidewalks are currently not present and reconstruct existing sidewalks to accessible standards.
These plans include improvements in lower income neighborhoods, where the use of LIDs and payment
of LID assessments for lower income households can be an effective means of improving the
neighborhood infrastructure.
Public Service Needs (NASO)
Public services needs were identified through outreach to agencies and stakeholders in the Tri -Cities. As
discussed in the section on homelessness and the section on persons with special needs, while actual
gaps in the continuum of services are rare, services are not available in sufficient quantity and duration.
First on the list among needs for many was mental health. There is a new crisis response center at
Lourdes Health Network— PATH (Projects of Assistance in Transition from Homelessness). This is an
important service in filling the gap. First responders (police, fire, community service personnel) noted
that they were often the first called and the least capable of dealing with mental health related
problems or concerns that warranted the call. Often aligned with mental health is the need for
substance abuse services. Cycling persons with these needs in and out of courts and jails is not an
affective or suitable plan of action.
There is a need for additional job skills training for youth, for seniors still needing to work, for people
with disabilities, for people marginally employed, for refugees with limited skills, and for people
transitioning to self-sufficiency (victims of domestic violence, returning veterans, people released from
institutions). It was suggested that job training be matched to current skills (e.g., farm tractor driving to
equipment operator).
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There is a need to ensure home -safety for people with disabilities and the elderly. Related to this is the
need to address transportation limitations. This applies to access to services and access to community
and recreation. There was a concern about social isolation. There is a need for healthy recreational and
employment opportunities for youth.
There is a need to educate and overcome the public perception of only helping the "deserving poor"
which limits public support. Related to all needs, whether for housing or services, is the necessity of
coordination between agencies. Silos are sometimes of a function of practice and habit, and often a
function of funding requirements. Regardless, the need for greater coordination was expressed by both
providers and funders.
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STRATEGIC PLAN
Introduction (SPOS)
This five-year strategic plan sets the framework for projects and activities in the Tri -Cities over the next
five years. Three priority needs were determined:
• The need for affordable housing creation, preservation, access and choice
• The need for community, neighborhood and economic development
• The need for homeless intervention and prevention, and supportive public services
GEOGRAPHIC PRIORITIES (SP10)
There are no specific geographic priority areas established in this Consolidated Plan. However, each city
will maximize use of grant funds and other local funding sources during the next five years to achieve
the greatest benefit with limited resources. The cities will also continue to take advantage of
opportunities to improve downtown areas, particularly in deteriorated areas, to attract and promote
businesses that will potentially result in jobs for lower income residents. Each city is concerned with the
vitality and viability of their downtowns, including promoting mixed-use development and mixed -
income housing.
The "Bridge to Bridge, River to Railroad" Corridor in Kennewick has been a focus of revitalization efforts.
The Port Authority and the City have cooperated to acquire and remove substandard housing, primarily
older trailers and mobile homes in the area near the river to consolidate property for investment of
housing and business neighborhoods.
In Kennewick the Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA) was renewed once, but has since
expired. However, all three cities have and will continue to focus local and other resources on rebuilding
the downtown areas.
A priority for all three cities is building the infrastructure in low- and moderate- income neighborhoods,
focusing on sidewalks, curbs and gutters, park improvements and improvements to bring neighborhoods
into ADA compliance. Of particular note is the City of Pasco's Memorial Park, which is completely
accessible to persons with disabilities.
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PRIORITY NEEDS
Table 40: Priority Needs Summary
Priority Need Name:
Priority Level:
(1) Affordable housing creation, preservation, access and
High
choice
Goals Addressing: Increase and preserve affordable housing
Geographic Areas Affected: N/A
choices (affordable housing)
Population:
Income level: extremely low; low; moderate
Family types: Large families, families with children, elderly
Non -homeless special needs: elderly
Description: Affordable housing is a.priority need in the Tri -Cities, particularly for lower-income households, who
may be at -risk of homelessness, living in unsafe or overcrowded conditions, or struggling to make ends meet. The
majority of renter and owner households with incomes at or below 30% of Area Median Income (AMI) were
burdened by housing costs, most frequently costs in excess of 50% of household income. There is a growing
population of seniors in the cities who will be looking for housing that can accommodate their changing needs,
including lower cost housing. Stakeholders and others interviewed for this Consolidated Plan identified lack of
affordable housing as a significant barrier to self-sufficiency for several populations. The waiting lists maintained
by Housing Authorities are another indication of the need for affordable housing.
While housing in the Tri -Cities is relatively more affordable than many other areas in Washington, it is not the
case for households with low -incomes. Maintenance of units can be a challenge for owner -households and
landlords may lack the incentive to maintain units, which, without intervention, would necessitate living in
substandard conditions. Neighborhoods are changed for the worse by deteriorating conditions.
Basis for Relative Priority:
Increasing and preserving affordable housing choices in the Tri -Cities was prioritized in public outreach for this
Plan, particularly for lower-income households and households with special needs. Programs in each of the Cities
are in place to enhance housing quality and promote homeownership. Housing continues to be a high priority.
Priority Need Name:
Priority Level:
(2) Community, neighborhood and economic development
High
(community development)
Goals Addressing: Community, neighborhood and economic
Geographic Areas Affected: N/A
development (community development)
Population:
Income levels: extremely low, low, moderate
Family types: large families, families with children, elderly
Non -homeless special needs: elderly, persons with physical disabilities, non -housing community development
Description: There is a need for continued revitalization of older neighborhoods and downtown areas in each of
the cities, including removal of architectural barriers. Parks require maintenance and improvements. The cities
are each working on multimodal transportation plans, including supporting the Benton -Franklin Health Alliance
identification of obesity as a major concern and promoting bicycling and walking as key strategies.
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Basis for Relative Priority: Each of the Cities identified infrastructure and public facilities as critical needs. Many
of the older neighborhoods in each of the cities lacks sidewalks, curbs, gutters and are not safe for persons with
disabilities. Likewise, there is a need for parks, playgrounds and support for public facilities. Improvements in
neighborhoods and in downtown areas are important for residents and visitors alike. In a changing economic
world in the Tri -Cities and with unknown changes resulting from completion of work at Hanford, the cities want to
be in a position to attract new businesses, residents and tourists to promote new industry and jobs.
Priority Need Name:
(3) Homeless intervention and prevention and supportive
Priority Level:
Acquisition, including preservation
High
services
Goals Addressing: Homeless interventions & prevention and
Geographic Areas Affected: N/A
supportive services
Population:
Income level: extremely low, low
Family types: large families, families with children, elderly
Homelessness: chronic homeless, individuals, families with children, mentally ill, veterans, victims of domestic
violence, unaccompanied youth
Non -homeless special needs: elderly, frail elderly, persons with mental disabilities, persons with physical
disabilities, persons with development disabilities, victims of domestic violence
Description: There were 743 persons estimated to have experience homelessness in the past year in Benton -
Franklin Counties. Almost all experienced homelessness for an average of 200 days or more. This almost certainly
underestimated the actual occurrence of homelessness. There are many more individuals and families at risk of
homelessness because of lack of affordable housing and support services that would help them toward self-
sufficiency. Lack of mental health support services was noted as a significant problem in the Tri -Cities, particularly
for those with untreated serious mental illness. Services for vulnerable non -homeless populations are also critical,
to maintain self-sufficiency and wellbeing.
Basis for Relative Priority:
This need was given high priority in the community outreach process. In times of decreasing funding and
unreliable sources, providers are struggling to maintain a level of service sufficient to meet needs.
Influence f Market Conditions
Table 41: Influence of Market Conditions
Affordable Housing Type
Market Characteristics that will influence
the use of funds available for housing type
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA)
Tenant based rental assistance is not anticipated
TBRA for non -homeless special needs
Tenant based rental assistance is not anticipated
New unit production
Rehabilitation
Acquisition, including preservation
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ANTICIPATED RESOURCES
Table 42: Anticipated Resources
Leveraging Funds and Matching Requirements (SP35)
CDBG and HOME funds are important resources in the community and used in conjunction with local,
state, other federal and private funds to support housing and other projects. Each of the cities is
supportive of efforts by other organizations to obtain funding for projects to address needs and goals
outlined in this plan and in meeting needs in the Tri -Cities. Cities also assist community organizations in
strategizing, applying for, accessing, and developing new resources and partnerships. CDBG and HOME
funds are frequently used to leverage local, state and federal funds such as United Way, Washington
State Housing Trust Funds, Emergency Solutions Grant, housing and homeless funds generated by
recording feed and county or city general funds.
Each of the cities also has the option of applying for a Section 108 loan in an amount not to exceed five
years of the anticipated CDBG funds. There are no plans currently in place to make this application;
however, the cities reserve the option of making Section 108 applications.
Each city, as a HOME Consortium participant, is required to match HOME funds. That match is met using
city general funds or other non-federal funds, land made available at reduced cost (below appraised
value), in the form of reduced financing fees from lenders and appraisers, grants for affordable housing
from nonfederal sources, donated construction/housing materials and volunteer labor.
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Expected Amount Available Year 1
Amount
Source
Available
Narrative
Program
of
Uses of funds
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total
Remainder
Description
Funds
Allocation
Income
Resources
of Plan
CDBG
Federal
Acquisition
$1,362,015
$143,321
$403,797
$1,909,133
$6,616,532
Expected funds
Admin/Planning
based on 2014
Economic
funding levels
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public services
HOME
Federal
Acquisition
$465,000
$100,000
$89,636
$654,636
$2,618,544
Expected funds
Homebuyer
based on 2014
assistance
funding levels
Homeowner
rehab
Leveraging Funds and Matching Requirements (SP35)
CDBG and HOME funds are important resources in the community and used in conjunction with local,
state, other federal and private funds to support housing and other projects. Each of the cities is
supportive of efforts by other organizations to obtain funding for projects to address needs and goals
outlined in this plan and in meeting needs in the Tri -Cities. Cities also assist community organizations in
strategizing, applying for, accessing, and developing new resources and partnerships. CDBG and HOME
funds are frequently used to leverage local, state and federal funds such as United Way, Washington
State Housing Trust Funds, Emergency Solutions Grant, housing and homeless funds generated by
recording feed and county or city general funds.
Each of the cities also has the option of applying for a Section 108 loan in an amount not to exceed five
years of the anticipated CDBG funds. There are no plans currently in place to make this application;
however, the cities reserve the option of making Section 108 applications.
Each city, as a HOME Consortium participant, is required to match HOME funds. That match is met using
city general funds or other non-federal funds, land made available at reduced cost (below appraised
value), in the form of reduced financing fees from lenders and appraisers, grants for affordable housing
from nonfederal sources, donated construction/housing materials and volunteer labor.
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INSTITUTIONAL DELIVERY SYSTEM
Table 43: Institutional Delivery Structure
Strengths and Gaps in Institutional Delivery System (SP40)
Tri -Cities CDBG and HOME staff works with a variety of nonprofit and governmental agencies during the
planning, project proposal, and implementation stages of the programs. While the City of Richland is the
lead entity, it relies heavily on the staff of the other two cities for support in the HOME program. Each
city is responsible for all functions of its CDBG Program. One of the strengths of the Tri -Cities consortium
is the close working relationship between the cities in general as well as between the departments
charged with administering the HUD programs. In turn, agencies such as Benton Franklin Community
Action Connections, TRIDEC, the Benton Franklin Continuum of Care, Benton Franklin Council of
Governments, and several nonprofit agencies work in all three cities, improving the effectiveness of
coordination and efficiencies. The fact that the three cities are in close proximity, with common issues
and opportunities, provides a base for cooperation.
Staff of the cities and representatives of nonprofit services and housing agencies participate on
committees crossing jurisdictional lines. This includes the Continuum of Care and the Benton Franklin
Human Services Department. Staff of the three cities has developed and coordinated standardized
reporting forms to reduce administrative burdens placed on recipients.
The Commissioners of each of the Housing Authorities are appointed by the City Councils of each of the
cities. There is a close working relationship with the Housing Authorities, some of whom have used
HOME and CDBG funds for assisted housing development activities and whose residents have benefitted
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Geographic
Responsible Entity
Responsible
Entity Type
Role
Area
Served
City of Richland
Government
Planning
Jurisdiction
Planning & Redevelopment
Affordable housing—ownership
Community development public facilities
Community development: public services
Community development: economic
development
City of Kennewick
Government
Planning
Jurisdiction
Economic & Community
Affordable housing —ownership
Development
Community development public facilities
Community development: public services
Community development: economic
development
City of Pasco
Government
Planning
Jurisdiction
Community & Economic
Affordable housing—ownership
Development
Community development public facilities
Community development: public services
Community development: economic
development
Strengths and Gaps in Institutional Delivery System (SP40)
Tri -Cities CDBG and HOME staff works with a variety of nonprofit and governmental agencies during the
planning, project proposal, and implementation stages of the programs. While the City of Richland is the
lead entity, it relies heavily on the staff of the other two cities for support in the HOME program. Each
city is responsible for all functions of its CDBG Program. One of the strengths of the Tri -Cities consortium
is the close working relationship between the cities in general as well as between the departments
charged with administering the HUD programs. In turn, agencies such as Benton Franklin Community
Action Connections, TRIDEC, the Benton Franklin Continuum of Care, Benton Franklin Council of
Governments, and several nonprofit agencies work in all three cities, improving the effectiveness of
coordination and efficiencies. The fact that the three cities are in close proximity, with common issues
and opportunities, provides a base for cooperation.
Staff of the cities and representatives of nonprofit services and housing agencies participate on
committees crossing jurisdictional lines. This includes the Continuum of Care and the Benton Franklin
Human Services Department. Staff of the three cities has developed and coordinated standardized
reporting forms to reduce administrative burdens placed on recipients.
The Commissioners of each of the Housing Authorities are appointed by the City Councils of each of the
cities. There is a close working relationship with the Housing Authorities, some of whom have used
HOME and CDBG funds for assisted housing development activities and whose residents have benefitted
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from public services delivered by the area's nonprofit agencies. A limitation on cooperative efforts is the
lack of new federal resources available to the Housing Authorities that could be used to supplement
HOME and CDBG funds.
The cities have consistently used their relationships with local groups that include representatives of
faith -based organizations, nonprofit organizations and local coalitions to obtain input on needs in the
community and proposed activities.
The overarching challenge is lack of resources, including limited staffing. Declining CDBG and HOME
funds are only part of the problem. Nonprofit agencies, the Housing Authorities, and other providers are
facing the same challenges. Still, steps have been taken to coordinate services, increase efficiencies, and
reduce duplication. A significant step for providers is the Coordinated Entry System, an effective tool in
appropriate connection of homeless persons with housing and services in the Tri -Cities.
Availability of Services
Table 44: Homeless Prevention Services Summary*
Homelessness Prevention ServicesI Available in the Targeted to Homeless I Targetea to People wan
Community HIV
Services
Note: Table 39 in Homeless Section.
Source: 2012 Update of 10 -Year Plan to End Homelessness as updated by members of the Continuum of Care in 2014
Service Delivery in Relation to Needs (SP4O)
There is an array of services available in the Tri -Cities. The exception is street outreach services from law
enforcement and mobile clinics. Most of these services are also targeted to people who are homeless or
at -risk of homelessness. Notably the full array supportive services are supportive of homeless persons
and most are targeted to people with HIV.
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Strengths and Gaps (SP40)
The strength of the service delivery system is the close relationship between providers and funders,
particularly in addressing homelessness and those at risk of being homeless. The Coordinated Entry
System, with shared data, is a substantial achievement in improving services and cross -system
efficiencies. Housing First and a focus on a systems approach to case management reduces and
hopefully eliminates return to homelessness for many families and individuals.
While available, services may be spread thin and that is indeed the case. The gaps noted in the 2012
update of the Benton -Franklin 10 -Year Plan to End Homelessness, Phase II identified three major gap
areas. In the area of services, there is an unmet demand for case management and rental assistance. In
relationship to housing, there is a need for additional transitional housing for all homeless populations
with intense case management, for shelter for youth, and for affordable permanent housing. Looking at
the system as a whole, there is need for a centralized client intake, assessment and referral system for
all homeless populations. Progress has been made toward meeting this gap.
In addition, stakeholders interviewed in the planning process for this Consolidated Plan identified needs
for services and housing:
• Persons with serious mental illness
• Persons with substance abuse
• Persons with developmental disabilities
• Ex -felons
• Families and homeless teens
• Seniors: the full range of housing through nursing care
• Silos in service/agency system; need improved coordination
Tri -Cities residents who are most vulnerable are those at lowest levels of household income. Without
sufficient income, any problem can become critical. For the working poor, childcare, health costs,
transportation, food and housing/utilities compete for scarce dollars. Violence in the home, untreated
serious mental illness and untreated substance abuse are circumstances demanding focused and
sustained support which is not universally available.
Strategy for Overcoming Gaps (SP40)
The cities will continue to participate in cross -jurisdictional efforts to improve the institutional structure
and reduce gaps in the service system. This includes participation in the Benton Franklin Continuum of
Care, Benton Franklin Human Services Department, involvement with Housing Authorities, and
continued efforts to foster cooperation. The latter includes encouraging joint applications for funding
and support of collaboration.
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GOALS
Table 45: Goals Summary.
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs Addressed
Goal Outcome Indicator
Year
Year
Area
Increase and
2015
2019
Affordable
N/A
Affordable housing
Homeowner housing
preserve affordable
lead -paint hazards and assist with testing for lead hazards. Provide homeownership
housing
creation,
rehabilitated: 4 household
housing choices
ownership.
preservation, access
housing units
and choice
Direct financial assistance to
homebuyers: 68 households
assisted
Homeowner housing added:
5 household housing units
Community,
2015
2019
Non -housing
N/A
Community,
Public facility or
neighborhood &
community
neighborhood and
infrastructure other than
economic
development
economic
low/moderate-income
development
development
housing benefit: 15,929
persons assisted
Public services activities
other than low/moderate
income housing benefit:
3,000 persons assisted
Jobs created/retained: 6
jobs
Businesses assisted: 6
businesses
Homeless
2015
2019
Homelessness
N/A
Homeless
Public services activities
interventions &
and supportive
intervention and
other than low/moderate
prevention and
services
prevention and
income housing benefit:
supportive services
supportive services
1,656 persons assisted
1
Goal Name
Increase and preserve affordable housing choices
Description
Expand the supply of affordable housing units by developing owner and renter -occupied
housing, including acquisition and rehabilitation. Provide financial assistance to local housing
development organizations to increase the supply of affordable housing. Funds will sustain or
improve the quality of existing affordable housing stock, such as rehabilitation of housing,
eligible code enforcement tasks, energy efficiency/weatherization improvements, removal of
spot blight conditions, and ADA improvements. Funds will increase community awareness of
lead -paint hazards and assist with testing for lead hazards. Provide homeownership
opportunities through such activities as gap financing, downpayment assistance and infill
ownership.
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2
Goal Name
Community, neighborhood and economic development
Description
Support for businesses that create jobs for lower-income residents and/or businesses that
provide essential services to lower-income neighborhoods or provide stability to at -risk or
blighted areas through activities such as facade improvements and support for micro -
enterprises. Funds may support activities that improve the skills of the local workforce, including
those with special needs. Improve community infrastructure by provision and improvements
such as ADA ramps, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets, parks, playgrounds, community gardens,
and street lights. Funds may provide LID assessment payments for lower income households.
Funds will be used to provide or improve public facilities, including neighborhood centers,
recreation facilities, and neighborhood beautification projects.
3
Goal Name
Homeless interventions and prevention, and supportive services
Description
Funds will be used to support public services that respond to the immediate needs of persons in
crisis and that support regional efforts to meet the basic living needs of lower-income
households and individuals including persons with special needs, seniors, and disadvantaged
youth. Support homeless facilities and increase housing resources that assist homeless persons
toward housing stability and self-sufficiency. Support increased case management and a high
degree of coordination among providers.
PUBLIC HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY AND INVOLVEMENT
Activities to Increase Resident Involvement (SP50)
As a small Housing Authority, the Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County is exempt
from the requirement for resident representation on the Governing Board. However, the Housing
Authority annually sends notices to the appointing local governments indicating their desire for
appointments of residents who may apply. The Housing Authority advertises in the local paper and its
website for resident candidates. Despite these efforts, no residents have applied. In the coming year, a
major effort will be made to encourage tenant involvement in management, including the reinstitution
of the resident/tenant councils.
The Kennewick Housing Authority Governing Board includes one position designated for a resident
representative. That position is currently filled and the resident representative is fully engaged.
BARRIERS TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Strategies to Remove Barriers to Affordable Housing (SP -55)
Expansion of infrastructure and services in all three cities is expected to result in new buildable lots,
which should help meet the demand for housing, including affordable housing. Housing costs are lower
in the Tri -Cities than in many other metropolitan areas, which is an advantage. Even some newly
constructed housing is available to first-time buyers, including through the Downpayment Assistance
Programs offered by the cities. While this may not be the rule, it is indicative of lower costs in the Tri -
Cities.
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To reduce the cost barrier and make housing more affordable to first-time buyers, the cities will provide
downpayment assistance, which in some cases can lower the mortgage payment to the same level that
the household was paying for rent. There is typically a shortage of low-cost land suitable for
development in the central, already developed areas of the cities. All three cities encourage infill
development to preserve older neighborhoods, and support an increase of housing densities in areas
with adequate public facilities where services (police and fire protection, schools, water, sewer and
drainage) are in place or can easily be provided.
Cities will continue to look for opportunities to overcome barriers. Richland has updated and modified
four single-family residential "alphabet' floor plans to meet current code requirements and made the
plans available to the public. The floor plans are well suited for development on small lots and for use in
infill projects. Vacant land was identified in a residential neighborhood in Kennewick for the 2013 Perry
Suites project which now provides 14 units of independent housing for low-income people with physical
and developmental disabilities. Streamlined permitting processes in Pasco and Kennewick reduce delays
and costs.
HOMELESSNESS STRATEGY
Reaching Out to Homeless Persons (SP60)
Each of the cities supports and participates in the Benton Franklin Continuum of Care and supports
implementation of goals and strategy areas identified by the Continuum. The cities encourage
cooperation in sharing information and cooperation among agencies and nonprofit providers. The cities
will also participate in and support the annual Point -in -Time Count.
The 2012 update of the Benton -Franklin 10 -Year Plan to End Homelessness, Phase II identifies goals in
three areas. The first is to increase and improve system efficiency, with objectives of implementing a bi-
county coordinated entry system and an effective data collection and coordination process. The second
goal is prevention with associated objectives of focusing on prevention of homelessness and increasing
affordable housing options. The third goal is to provide housing with services, with associated objectives
of focusing on underserved populations, comprehensive support services, enhance emergency shelter
programs with support services, and enhance transitional and permanent units with services for all
homeless populations.
A major component of the Continuum outreach and assessment strategy is currently being
implemented. The Continuum is in the process of making a major change in the way outreach and
assessment is conducted for homeless unsheltered persons and others at -risk of homelessness. In 2013,
the Continuum, with the assistance of the Department of Commerce, began working toward the
development a Coordinated Entry System. The purpose of the system was a more coordinated outreach
and placement effort to improve the speed and quality of assessment and placement. This system is
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almost fully in place and homeless persons seeking housing are now referred through a single
assessment process.
Emergency and Transition Housing Needs (SP60)
The Plan focuses on building, maintaining and preserving emergency shelter with services and
transitional and permanent units with services for all homeless populations. To meet some of the need
for emergency shelter and transitional housing in the community, agencies and nonprofits have
developed an inventory of housing resources overthe years. The communities currently have a total of
163 shelter beds and 88 transitional beds dedicated to the homeless.
My Friends Place (Safe Harbor Crisis Center) has recently opened an 8 -bed shelter for youth ages 13 to
17 to work toward filling the gaps in youth shelters. Continuum members have been working
independently in efforts to find and develop resources. The cities will continue to support the
development of homeless housing through community resources such as, potentially, the HOME
program and 2060 and 2163 Recording Fee resources as they have in the past (such as the recent
rehabilitation/sale of a duplex for use as transitional housing for families).
Finally, members of the Continuum are active members of the Balance of Washington State Continuum
which in turn is responsible for consultation on funding decisions related to the Emergency Solutions
Grant administered by the Department of Commerce. Through this consultation process, the Continuum
has helped impact funding decisions to work towards meeting the homelessness prevention and
emergency shelter services of the community.
Transition to Permanent Housing (SP60)
The Continuum has been working to develop a more effective housing and services delivery system to
assist individuals and families to more quickly transition to independent living. Providers of transitional
housing and shelter programs have been focusing on providing the household with case management
and needed services to prepare them for transition. Periodic program evaluations are made by several
nonprofit programs to assess the effectiveness of service delivery. To facilitate the move of homeless
persons to affordable housing in the community, ongoing efforts are made to strengthen ties with a
small group of landlords who will take referrals out of programs. Upon entry in the transitional program,
participants are assisted to apply for Public Housing and/or Section 8 Vouchers. The community is also
now using Rapid Rehousing resources provided by the State to quickly house persons in appropriate
housing.
The Continuum has recently begun using the HMIS performance measures created by the Federal
Hearth Act to track progress in reducing the period of time people experience homelessness and to
prevent persons in programs from returning to homelessness. This has provided them with an
opportunity to assess current program efforts to develop better coordination and services delivery to
impact those two performance areas.
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Discharge Planning (SP6O)
Members of the homeless Continuum have, over the years, worked together to improve the discharge
systems in the community to reduce the potential for persons being discharged from institutions
(hospitals, mental health facilities, foster care and corrections facilities) are not released into
homelessness.
Discharge from Health Care Facilities: Several of the community's homeless providers are currently
meeting to develop specific procedures and protocols to improve release planning and coordination in
the delivery of supportive services and housing resources for persons identified as being at risk of
homelessness upon their discharge from hospitals.
Discharge from Mental Health Facilities: For several years, homeless service and housing providers in
the community have been working with counselors and release agents from Eastern State Hospital to
smooth transitions and community support for persons with prior residence in the Tri -Cities who are
being discharged. The current effort by housing providers to coordinate with local and regional hospitals
and health care facilities is also working to improve coordination of mental health discharges.
Aging out of Foster Care: The Young Adult Center provides six beds for 18 to 19 year olds still in high
school. Independent Living Skills are provided by Catholic Family and Child Services to help youth
effectively transition from foster care to independence. Transitions of youth from foster care are also
facilitated by State law which provides rental assistance and a small stipend to youth aging out who are
continuing their education.
Release from Corrections: Washington State law requires that discharge planning for inmates of state
facilities be initiated long before their release. Agencies in the Continuum participate in planning for
releases of felons and provide both housing search and services to assist in their successful reintegration
into the community. Persons exiting jails and other corrections facilities, who are residents of the
counties, are assisted by the H -GAP Program (BFDHS Jail Release Program). This "Home Base
Connections" program annually provides 68 released felons with transitional housing assistance and
wraparound case management to help them successfully transition to community living. In addition,
several religious organizations, provide counseling and assist with transition support groups for ex -
felons.
LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARDS
Actions to Remove LBP Hazards (SP65)
A substantial share of housing in each of the three cities is older and more at risk of having lead -paint
hazards, which is particularly true of older units in poor maintenance, such as those in lower-income
neighborhoods. Each city will increase community awareness as an important component of reducing
lead hazards. Education efforts focus on actions to take when rehabilitating or remodeling a home and
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steps to take if exposure to lead hazards is suspected. Each city will make those materials easily
available in pamphlet form, via available links on websites, and in planning and building departments.
Information prepared by the EnvironmentalProtection Agency (EPA) and Washington Department of
Commerce includes "Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care
Providers and Schools," "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home," and "Reducing Lead Hazards
when Remodeling your Home." The cities actively promote safe work practices and information for
residents and contractors.
Actions Related to Extent of Hazards (SP65)
Information is made generally available in the community and to parties visiting city offices, including
planning and building departments. Applicants for down -payment assistance programs and housing
renovation are provided the materials and given counseling on lead -safe practices and hazards. This
benefits lower-income households that would qualify for programs. Information on Safe Work Practices
is readily available.
Integration with Procedures (SP65)
The cities use Lead-based Paint (LBP) Safe Checklists to evaluate applicability of the lead safe housing
rule to projects funded with CDBG and HOME funds. The cities will work with approved contractors to
perform testing to identify lead hazards, and will assure compliance after remediation work through risk
assessments and clearance exams.
The City of Richland will continue to reduce the cost burden to lower income households by paying for
extensive testing to identify lead hazards and assure compliance after remediation work. This will be
accomplished by granting the costs of lead-based paint inspections, risk assessments, and one clearance
exam for persons assisted by the Rehabilitation Program using CDBG funds.
ANTI -POVERTY STRATEGY
Programs to Reduce Poverty (SP70)
Each of the three goals has the potential to reduce the number of households in poverty, in addition to
providing relief from the burdens of poverty. The overarching caveat is limited availability of resources
and future uncertainty about funding levels. The Tri -Cities is also subject to variability in employment,
particularly associated with Hanford.
The goal to increase and preserve affordable housing choices (particularly rental housing) will remove
some of the burden of cost, increase housing safety (improved condition), and result in housing stability
for some Tri -Cities households. That would potentially free assets and energy for job skills development,
education for youth and increased connections to economic options.
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The goal of community, neighborhood and economic development will improve neighborhood
environment and improve facilities. To the extent physical environments are improved, streets and
roads made safer and more amenable to multiple modes of transportation, and people feel safer on
their streets and downtown, the community is more attractive to new residents and new workers. The
three cities have in the past and will continue to explore ways to use CDBG funds to support programs
that help employ persons in poverty, such as the Pasco Specialty Kitchen, and to invest in training and
support for new and existing businesses that provide jobs..
The goal to reduce homelessness and provide supportive services to homeless households and other at -
risk or lower-income households has the potential to relieve the immediate burdens of poverty.
Supportive services, as with affordable housing, offers the opportunity to make choices about self-
sufficiency and a way out of poverty and the contributing circumstances (e.g., domestic violence, mental
illness, loss of employment, illness). Supportive services for others in the community (e.g., elderly,
persons with disability, lower-income youth) increases the chances of self-sufficiency and reduces
burdens on over -taxed systems.
Coordination with Affordable Housing Plans (SP70)
The Tri -Cities Consolidated Plan focuses on meeting the needs of lower-income persons and
neighborhoods. The Consortium will use HOME and CDBG funds to reduce the impacts of poverty on
low and moderate income families while supporting strategies to increase self-sufficiency and increase
economic opportunities.
The cost of housing will be addressed through downpayment assistance, and rehabilitation and
weatherization activities. If feasible over the next five -years, the jurisdictions will cooperate and
contribute to projects that increase the supply of housing affordable to lowest income residents.
The cities assist the Benton -Franklin Continuum of Care to expand housing and services to prevent and
reduce homelessness. Importantly this includes a Coordinated Entry System to place homeless persons
in appropriate housing, along with services and case management to assist them to move out of
poverty.
The cities will continue to coordinate with the Housing Authorities to support opportunities to expand
voucher programs and maintain capacity to assist lowest income households. Over the years, a close,
cooperative. relationship between the Benton Franklin Community Action Committee (CAC) allows the
cities to support a coordinated effort to reduce burdens for those living in poverty.
MONITORING (SP80)
The City of Richland is responsible for monitoring Richland CDBG and HOME Consortium program
subrecipients. The Cities of Kennewick and Pasco are responsible for CDBG program subrecipients. All
are responsible to ensure compliance with all federal, state and local rules, regulations and laws. This is
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accomplished through phone conversations, written correspondence, desk monitoring, and on-site
monitoring visits. Technical assistance is offered throughout the year, both to new sub -recipients and
existing subrecipients. Subrecipients are required minimally to provide written quarterly reports to
identify progress made in the program and how funds have been used.
Housing projects funded by CDBG or HOME Programs are typically made as loans documented by
recorded deeds of trust, promissory notes, and other contractual loan agreements. These documents
establish the obligations for compliance with CDBG or HOME regulations. All housing projects are
required to secure building permits and comply with zoning and building code requirements. Housing
units are inspected and corrections are required to meet building codes as part of the permitting
process. HOME funded projects to purchase existing units receive an on-site housing quality standards
inspection and visual paint inspection. Specific language is in the written contractual agreement and
Deeds of Trust to assure the assisted unit complies with affordability requirements.
A performance measurement system to determine the impact federal dollars are making in the
community assists in monitoring program and subrecipient performance. These actions identify
potential areas of concern and assist in making necessary changes to ensure programs operate
efficiently and effectively. The cities do not monitor grants or loans awarded directly to other entities by
HUD or other Federal or non -Federal agencies.
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APPENDICES
Review Draft
OCTOBER 2014
TRI -CITIES REGIONAL CP APPENDIX -CHAS TABLES
APPENDIX A: CHAS TABLES
The IDIS CHAS tables are included in the appendix, along with analysis leading to conclusions about
housing condition and need, particularly disproportionate needs in the Tri -Cities. The analysis helps
define needs in the Tri -Cities and has been brought into discussions in the appropriate sections in the
body of the Consolidated Plan and in sections pertaining to priority needs.
Table A-1: Number of Households (CHAS Table 6 - NA 10)
Household Type
0.30%
HAMFI
>30-50%
HAMM
>50.80%
HAMFI
>80.100% >100%
HAMFI HAMFI
Total Households
7,645
7,535
10,415
6,295 29,975
Small Family Households
2,875
2,895
4,200
2,825 16,235
Large Family Households
955
950
1,675
740 2,550
Household contains at least one person 62-
74 years of age
915
1,049
1,320
1,075 5,314
Household contains at least one person age
75 or older
745
1,135
1,490
809 1 1,835
Households with one or more children 6
years old or younger
2,565
2,293
2,989
1,745 2,830
Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Housing Needs Summary Tables for Several Types of Housing Problems (NA 10)
Table A-2: Households with one of Listed Needs (1) (CHAS Table 7 - NA 10)
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Table A-2 shows housing problems in order of severity, beginning with lack of complete kitchen or
plumbing facilities. Households in the first row were not included in subsequent rows so many
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Renter
Owner
Housing Problem
0-30%
>30-
50%
I
>50-
80%
>so-
1001Y.
Total
0-30%
>30-
50%
>so-
80%
>so -
100%
Total
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
Substandard Housing: Lacking
complete plumbing or kitchen
facilities
29
75
105
105
314
0
0
40
0
40
Severely Overcrowded: >1.51
people per room (with
complete kitchen/plumbing)
125
115
200
49
489
35
19
65
50 1
169
Overcrowded: 1.01-1.5
people per room (and none of
the aboveproblems)
460
290
285
60
1,095
65
155
220
99
539
Housing cost burden greater
than 50% of income (and
none of the above problems)
3,355
940
165
30
4,470
1,160
775
525
90
2,550
Housing cost burden greater
than 30% of income (and
none of the above problems)480
1,930
1,550
165
4,125
400
830
1,540
1,100
3,870
Zero/negative Income (and
none of the above roblems)
3150
0
I
315
230
0
0
0
230
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Table A-2 shows housing problems in order of severity, beginning with lack of complete kitchen or
plumbing facilities. Households in the first row were not included in subsequent rows so many
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households would be subject to more than one condition. The most prevalent housing condition for
both renters and owner households is cost in relation to income. The 2011 ACS (CHAS) estimates
showed that at least 8,595 renter households and 6,420 owner households were paying more than 30%
of income for housing costs. At least 1,584 renter households and 708 owner households were living in
overcrowded conditions. Over 350 households were living in housing without complete plumbing or
kitchen facilities.
Poorest households were most burdened by cost. Of the 4,470 renter households with severe cost
burdens (i.e., paying more than 50% of income for housing), 75% had incomes at or below 30% of AMI.
Of the 2,550 owner households with severe cost burdens, 45% had incomes at or below 30% of AMI.
Table A-3: Conditions (CHAS Table 37 — MA 20)
cost -burden and to a lesser extent over -crowding.
Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Nearly half (49%) of all renter households in the Tri -Cities had at least one housing problem, according
to the CHAS data shown in Table A-3. Note that selected conditions include cost -burden and
overcrowding, so "condition" is not primarily a matter of housing quality. As shown in Table A-2 housing
problems were more frequently a matter of housing costs in relation to income. Nearly one-quarter
(21%) of owner households also had least one housing problem.
Table A-4: Households with One or more Severe Housing Problems•(2) (CHAS Table 8 — NA 10)
-Lacks kitchen or complete plumbing, severe overcrowding, severe cost burden
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Table A-4 (CHAS Table 8) summarizes severe housing problems —that is, lack of complete plumbing
and/or kitchen facilities, severe cost burden (paying more than 50% of income for housing) and severe
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Renter
Owner
>30-
>so-
>80-
0-30%
>30-
>50-
>80-
Housing Problem
030%
50%
80%
100%
Total
50%
80%
SOD%
Total
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
Having 1 or more of four
housing problems
3,975
1,415
750
220
6,360
1,260
950
855
240
3,305
Having none of four
housing problems
1,225
3,285
4,145
1,640
10,295
630
1,890
4,670
4,185
11,375
Household has negative
income, but none of the
other housing problems
315
0
0
0
315
230
0
1 0
0
230
-Lacks kitchen or complete plumbing, severe overcrowding, severe cost burden
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Table A-4 (CHAS Table 8) summarizes severe housing problems —that is, lack of complete plumbing
and/or kitchen facilities, severe cost burden (paying more than 50% of income for housing) and severe
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overcrowding (more than 1.5 persons per room). By far the most prevalent severe problem was housing
cost in relation to income.
The following figures combine data from CHAS tables 7 and 8 and show problems (severe and moderate)
for renters and owner by income range to 100% of AMI. Each column is the total of the estimated
renters or owners in each income range for the Tri -Cities.
Tri -Cities Renter Households by Income Range by Degree of Housing Problems
Tri -Cities Owner Households by Income Range by Degree of Housing Problems
6000
5000
4000
3000
2000
1000
0
05/-30% 30%-50% 50%-80% 80%-100%
■severe Gmodest ❑none
Tri -Cities Owner Households by Income Range by Degree of Housing Problems
According to the CHAS data, there were 9,662 low and moderate income households (incomes below
80% of AMI) in the Tri -Cities —about the same number of renters (5,006 households) as owners (4,656)
at low -mod income levels. However, there were many more renter households than owners with
incomes at or below 30% of AMI and with incomes between 30% and 50% of AMI.
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6000
5000
4000
3000
2000
1000
0
0%-30% 30%-50% 50%-80% 80%-100%
■severe Omodest ❑none
According to the CHAS data, there were 9,662 low and moderate income households (incomes below
80% of AMI) in the Tri -Cities —about the same number of renters (5,006 households) as owners (4,656)
at low -mod income levels. However, there were many more renter households than owners with
incomes at or below 30% of AMI and with incomes between 30% and 50% of AMI.
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• The majority of both renter and owner households with incomes at or below 30% of AMI had
one or more severe housing problems — 72% of renters and 59% of owners. By far the greatest
factor was cost in relation to income.
• The majority of both renter and owner households with incomes between 30% and 50%of AMI
had housing problems, although fewer severe problems — 71% of renters and 63% of owners.
Again, the most prevalent contributing factor was cost in relation to income.
Table A-5: Cost Burden >30% (3) (CHAS Table 9 — NA 10)
Household Renter Owner
0-30% >30-50% >50-80% D-30%>30-0% >50-80%
Type AMI AMI AMI Total AMI AMI AMI Total
Small related 2,085 1,285 700 4,070 310 515 990 1,815
Large related 480 150 215 845 320 360 510 1,190
Elderly 385 490 440 1,315 648 643 314 .1,605
Other 1,490 1,180 500 3,170 315 215 390 920
Total need 4,440 3,105 1,855 9,400 1,593 1,733 2,204 5,530
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Table A-6: Cost Burden >50% (4) (CHAS Table 10 — NA 10)
Household Renter owner
0-30% >30-50% >50.80% 0-30% >30-50% >50.80%
Type Total
AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI Total
Other
CHAS tables 9 and 10 reflect data on cost -burdens for low -mod households (incomes below 80% of
AMI).
• Overall, close to 15,000 low -mod households were burdened by costs in excess of 30% of
household income.
• 4,070 small related renter households had cost burdens greater than 30% of household income
as did 1,185 small related owner households in the Tri -Cities.
• Over 7,500 (7,509) low -mod households were burdened with costs greaterthan 50% of
household income. Small related renter households account for 39% of the severely cost -
burdened households, renters substantially more so than owners.
(Note that data are not precise because of high margins of error and lack of totals by household type
and tenure to use for reference. )
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TRI -CITIES REGIONAL CP APPENDIX — CHAS TABLES
Table A-7: Crowdine* (5) (CHAS Table 11— NA 10)
-More than one person per room
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
A total of 2,336 lower-income (to 100% if AM]) households were living in overcrowded conditions, both
renters and owners — the largest portion by single family households, rather than multiple family or non -
related households.
Table A-8: Crowding* (5) (households with children present) (CHAS Table 12 — NA
with 0.30% >30.50% >50.80% I >80.100% I Total I 0.30% I >3AM I >sAM I >8 AM00% I Total
Children AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI
Data
Note: data for Table A-8 not provided in IDIS and not available through an alternate source.
Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems (NA -15)
Table A-9: Disproportionately Greater Need 0%-30% of AMI (CHAS Table 13 — NA 15)
One or more of four None of four housing butnegative income,
one o
Race/Ethnicity housing problems* problems but negative
RIpr4 / Afriran Ampriran 1 104 I 0 I 0
0
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
195
3. More than one person
APPENDIX A, Page 5
Renter I
Owner
>30.
>so-
>g0.
>30-
>so-
>8o -
Household Type
0-30%
50%
80%
100%
Total
0.30%
50%
80%
100%
Total
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
Single family
households
495
415
380
90
1,380
90
154
215
79
538
Multiple, unrelated
family households
65
14
95
19
193
10
25
70
70
175
Other, non -family
households
30
1010
0
50
0
0
0
0
0
Total need
590
439
485-
109
1,623
100
179
285
149
713
-More than one person per room
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
A total of 2,336 lower-income (to 100% if AM]) households were living in overcrowded conditions, both
renters and owners — the largest portion by single family households, rather than multiple family or non -
related households.
Table A-8: Crowding* (5) (households with children present) (CHAS Table 12 — NA
with 0.30% >30.50% >50.80% I >80.100% I Total I 0.30% I >3AM I >sAM I >8 AM00% I Total
Children AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI
Data
Note: data for Table A-8 not provided in IDIS and not available through an alternate source.
Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems (NA -15)
Table A-9: Disproportionately Greater Need 0%-30% of AMI (CHAS Table 13 — NA 15)
One or more of four None of four housing butnegative income,
one o
Race/Ethnicity housing problems* problems but negative
RIpr4 / Afriran Ampriran 1 104 I 0 I 0
0
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
195
3. More than one person
APPENDIX A, Page 5
TRI -CITIES REGIONAL CP APPENDIX —CHAS TABLES
Table A-10: Disproportionately Greater Need 30%-50% of AMI (CHAS Table 14 — NA 15)
one or more of four None of four housing No/negative income,
Race/Ethnicity housing problems* problems but none of housing
O]
0
Native
*The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Table A-11: Disproportionately Greater Need 50%-80% of AMI (CHAS Table 15 — NA 15)
No/negative income,
one or more of four None of four housing but
Race/Ethnicity housing problems* problems but nonekl housing
35
Hispanic 1- 1,255 1 1,405 1 0
*The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Table A-12: Disproportionately Greater Need 80%-100% AMI (CHAS Table 16 — NA 15)
tY I. one or more of four I None of four housing I but none of housing
Race/Ethnici housing problems problems one of ho g
Black
*The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
complete
880
one person
Disproportionately greater need is defined as a difference greater than ten percentage points for any
racial or ethnic group than the jurisdiction as a whole (for the Tri -Cities as a region). CHAS tables 13
through 16 show households with housing problems by income and by race/ethnicity of the
householder. With the exception of Hispanic householders, the numbers of minority householders are
small and associated with large margins of error because of American Community Survey sampling.
APPENDIX A, Page 6
TRI -CITIES REGIONAL CP APPENDIX — CHAS TABLES
In each of the tables (CHAS 13 through 16) the percentage of Hispanic householders with one or more
housing problems was within ten percentage points of the jurisdiction as a whole.
Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems (NA -20)
Table A-13: Severe Housing Problems 0%-30% AMI (CHAS Table 17 — NA 20)
One or more of four None of four housing negative income,
but
Race/Ethnicity housing problemproblems s* problems but none housing
ms
I ,A.Air !i .� . 1 4.970 1 1.785 1 400
Black/ African American 1 94 1 10 1 0
American Indian. Alaska Native I 30 I 15 1 0
Islander
Hispanic 1,740 520 95
'The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5
persons per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 50%
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Table A-14: Severe Housing Problems 30%-50% AMI (CHAS Table 18 — NA 20)
One of more of four None of four housing No/negative income,
Pace/Ethnicity * but none of housing
housing problems problems
American
0
840
'The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks ca
persons per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 50%
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
80
facilities, 3. More than 1.5
Table A-15: Severe Housing Problems 50%-80% AMI (CHAS Table 19 — NA 20)
One or more of four None of four housingI No/negative income,
Race/Ethnicity housing problems* problems but none off housing
as a
American
24
Pacific Islander I _ 0 1 10 1 0
'The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5
persons per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 50%
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
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TRI -CITIES REGIONAL CP APPENDIX — CHAS TABLES
Table A-16: Severe Housing Problems 80%-100% AM[ (CHAS Table 20 — NA 20)
One or more of four None of four housing No/negative income,
Race/Ethnicitybut none of housing
housing problems* problems
35
-The four severe housing problems are: 1. lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5
persons per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 50%
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
CHAS tables 17 through 20 examine severe housing problems by race and ethnicity. As with tables
looking at housing problems as a whole, the numbers of minority households, with the exception of
Hispanic householders, are small and associated with large margins of error. Detailed analysis of non -
Hispanic minority householders was not considered reliable for purposes of determining need.
With the exception of Table A-15 (CHAS table 19), there was no disproportionality between the
jurisdiction as a whole and Hispanic householders. CHAS table 19 shows severed housing problems for
households with incomes between 50% and 80% of AMI. Thirteen percent of households in the
jurisdiction had one or more severe housing problems. In comparison 23% of Hispanic householders had
one or more severe housing problems. The percentage difference was just over 10%, so the need is
considered to be disproportionate.
Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens
Table A-17: Housing Cost Burdens (CHAS Table 21— NA 25)
Householder Race/Ethnidty I <=30% 130%-50% I >50% I I..,w mn.n„faAl
Asian
244
Data Source:
430
Table A-17 (CHAS table 21) summarizes cost burden by race and ethnicity of the householder. As noted
previously the number of non -Hispanic minority -headed households is too small to draw conclusions
given the large margins or error. Note, too, that the total number of household in CHAS table 21 is about
5,000 households short of the 2007-2011 estimated number of households in the Tri -Cities (61,871).
Given those limitations, however, for the jurisdiction as a whole, 30% of households experienced cost
burdens. A disproportionate percentage of Hispanic -headed households experienced cost burdens (43%
did in comparison with 30% of the jurisdiction).
APPENDIX A, Page 8
TRI -CITIES REGIONAL CP APPENDIX —ASSISTED HOUSING
APPENDIX B: ASSISTED HOUSING
Table B-1: 2014 Benton Franklin Counties Assisted Housing
Facility
Units
Family
Elderly/Disabled
Program Support
Desert Rose Terrace
25
0
25
Tax Credit
Copper Ridge Apts
230
184
46
Tax Credit
Desert Villa
154
0
154
Tax Credit/HUD
Heatherstone
223
223
0
Tax Credit
Kamiakin Apts
233
233
0
Tax Credit
Kent Manor
50
40
10
Tax Credit
Meadow Park Apts
152
121
31
Tax Credit
Parkview Apts
107 1
85
22
Tax Credit
Ridge Apts
5040
10
Tax Credit
—Quail
Sandstone Apts
119
92
27
Tax Credit
McMurray Park Phase II
98
98
0
Tax Credit
Orchard Hills Apts
141
141
0
Tax Credit
Three Rivers Village
41
0
41
Tax Credit/HUD
Vintage at Richland
148
0
148
Tax Credit
Pioneer Park
5o
40
30
Tax Credit
Wheatlands Apts
19
19
0
Tax Credit
Bishop To el Haven Farmworker
42
42
0
Tax Credit
Pinecrest Apts
53
42
11
Tax Credit
Silver Creek Apts
240
240
0
Tax Credit
Stonegate
198
158
40
Tax Credit
Tepeyac Haven Famworker
44
44
1 0
1ZCredit
The Vineyards Farmworker
45
45
0 Tax Credit
t
.Sources: Washington State Housing Finance Commission, Washington State Housing Trust Fund and US Departmen o
Housing & Urban Development data bases
In addition to tax credit properties listed above, there are several other properties in the Tri -Cities
providing lower-cost housing.
Housing for Families
Housing for Elderly/Disabled
Hillcrest Apartments
Edison Terrace South
Pinecrest Apartments
Edison Terrace West
Tri -Cities Vista
Kennewick Garden Court
Hawaiian Village
Kennewick Perry Suites
The Brentwood Apartments
Luther Senior Center I
Prosser Gardens
Luther Senior Center Addition
Tri -Cities Terrace I West
Tri -Cities Terrace II East
Tri -Cities Terrace South
APPENDIX B, Page 1
s
TRI -CITIES REGIONAL CP APPENDIX —ASSISTED HOUSING
Table B-2: Homeless Resources in Benton -Franklin County
Agency
Clientele
Capacity
BFDHS HEN Program
DSHS determine eligible; verified by Benefit Verification System
Open
BFDHS TANF Ending Family
Homelessness
Must be receiving or eligible for TANF and participating in Work
First Program
40 HH
BFDHS Emergency Housing
Assistance
One time assistance with eviction prevention, rapid rehousing or
emergency shelter, must be homeless or have an eviction notice
Varies
BFDHS Jail Release Program
Individuals released from jail/prison; Benton/Franklin resident
25 HH
BFDHS Chemically Dependency
Housing Program
For individuals exiting inpatient chemically dependency treatment
into homelessness and be a Benton/Franklin resident
25 HH
Blue Mountain Council SSVF
Support Services to veterans and their families, need DD214
Referral
Columbia Basin Veterans
Coalition VESTRA
Rental assistance for veterans and families for up to 6 months, must
be homeless or pending homeless and have a DD214
22 HH
CAC Elderly Program
Homeless or at risk and over SS years
12 HH
CAC Owens House
Franklin County, male, drug and alcohol free, no sex offenders
4 HH
CAC Chronic Homeless Program
Chronically homeless based on county definition
36 HH
CAC CDBG
Non -entitlement areas: North Franklin and West Benton County
Varies
CAC ESG
Homeless prevention and Rapid Rehousing
Varies
CAC ABD Program
ABD receipt according to DSHS Benefit Verification System
44 HH
CAC TBRA
Up to two years rental assistance for families
33 HH
CFCS Helping Hands
CFCS clients; 1 -year for individuals with mental health issues
20 HH
CFCS 2163
Rental assistance (180 days) individuals with mental health issues
22 HH
CFCS Fresh Start
Rental assistance for individuals 18-24 up to 6 months
26 HH
CFCS Bridges
Rental assistance for individuals over 55 up to 6 months
16 HH
CFCS SSVF
Support services to veterans and families DD 214 required
30 HH
Domestic Violence Services
Rent assistance for DV victims graduated subsidy up to 6 months
20 HH
Lourdes Counseling Center
Rental and Shelter Program
Emergency shelter vouchers and rental assistance for LCC clients
with mental illness
40 HH
River of Life Young Adult
Housing ANSIL
Ages 18-24 years, 12 month graduated subsidy model
12 HH
Benton Franklin Detox Center
Social detoxification facility for women
12 HH
CAC: Community Action Connections; CFCS: Catholic Family & Child Services; HH: Households
Source: Benton Franklin Continuum of Care Coordinator, August 2014
APPENDIX B, Page 2
APPENDIX C: LOW/MOD & MINORITY BLOCK GROUPS
HUD -Determined Low -Moderate Income Block Groups 2006-2010
Disproportionate Minority Block Groups 2010 Census
Tract Block Percent Min* Tract Block Percent Min* Tract Block Percent Min*
Group Low -Mod Group Low -Mod Group Low -Mod
10901 4 59% 20100 1 82% ✓ 10202 5 83% ✓
10901 5 77% ✓ 20100 2 75% ✓ 10400 1 48%
10901 6 58% ✓ 20100 3 75% ✓ 10400 2 74%
10902 2 67% 20100 4 97% ✓ 10400 3 55%
10902 3 80% ✓ 20100 5 78% ✓ 10500 1 58%
11001 3 549, 20200 1 71% ✓ 10600 3 76%
11001 4 68% 20200 2 81% ✓ 10600 4 81%
1100110% ✓ 20200 3 76% ✓ 10803 2 45%
11002 1 .61% 20300 3 74% ✓ 10805 3 54%
11002
2
73%
20400
1
72%
✓
11002
3
60%
20400 1
2
74%
✓
11002
4
61%
20400
3
91%
✓
11100
3
54%
20400
4
70%
✓
11200
163%
20400
5
74%
✓
11200
3
87%
✓
20400
6
83%
✓
11200
4
100%
✓
20502
3
64%
11200
5
83%
✓
20603
1
74%
11200
6
97%
20606
1
53%
11300
1
75%
✓
20300
1
✓
11300
2
81
11300
3
54%
✓
11300
4
70%
✓
11401
1
56%
11401
3
60%
✓
11503
5
65%
11200 1 2 1 1. I I I
-Disproportionate minority population defined as 10% greater than for the jurisdiction (each city) as a whole.
Source: HUD 2014 and 2010 US Census
TRI -CITIES REGIONAL
CONSOLIDATED PLAN 2015-2019
PASCO ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
Review Draft
OCTOBER 2014
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FIRST YEAR ACTION PLAN
INTRODUCTION (AP15)
The Cities of Richland, Kennewick and Pasco are entitlement communities under Title 1 of the Housing
and Community Development Act of 1974. Each city is eligible to receive federal funds annually from the
US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) underthe Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Program. Each city is separately responsible for planning and administering housing and
community development activities within their jurisdiction, and implementing, monitoring, and
reporting to HUD on the use of CDBG funds.
Richland, Kennewick and Pasco, as contiguous units of local government, entered into a Cooperative
Agreement in 1995 to form the Tri -Cities HOME Consortium. The agreement was amended in 2007 to
include an automatic renewal clause. At least every three years the Cooperative Agreement is re-
evaluated by each city to determine continued participation in the Consortium and to propose change.
The Tri -Cities HOME Consortium is eligible to receive annual federal HOME dollars from HUD under the
HOME Investment Partnership Program authorized under Title II of the Cranston -Gonzalez. National
Affordable Housing Act, as amended. Richland serves as the lead entity for the Tri -Cities HOME
Consortium, and acts as the administrative, monitoring and reporting agency to HUD.
As each of the three cities share a common set of goals and directions for meeting the community
development and affordable housing needs of lower income persons, the cities collaboratively prepared
a 2015-2019 Tri -Cities Regional Consolidated Plan. The Plan provides the community with an assessment
of needs and market conditions, establishes priority needs, sets goals to respond to the identified needs,
and establishes outcome measures to serve as a basis for developing Annual Action Plans.
The City Planning Commission is the advisory committee responsible for reviewing and evaluating
proposals for CDBG funding and making a recommendation for City Council action. Local needs
identified through community meetings, result in needs and goals identified in the Tri -Cities Regional
2015-2019 Consolidated Plan. Various methods were used to aid in the development of the 2015 Annual
Action Plan. These included public hearings, advertisements in local newspapers in both English and
Spanish languages, and direct mailings to agencies and organizations that serve under -represented and
lower income populations. In addition, existing and prior community plans, studies, and resources were
utilized. Information is gathered during the biennial Citizen's Forum, conducted in even numbered years,
and neighborhood meetings.
While no plans are underway at the present time, The City also reserves the option of applying for a
Section 108 loan in an amount not to exceed five years of anticipated CDBG funds. This plan is
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contingent upon final approval of the Community Development Block Grant entitlement award from the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As the exact entitlement is unknown at this
time, The City reserves the right to make adjustments necessary to reduce, increase or add projects per
the requirements of the approved Citizen Participation Plan.
EXPECTED RESOURCES
Table 1: Expected Resources Priority Table
Leveraging Funds and Matching Requirements (AP15)
The Cities of Richland, Kennewick and Pasco are supportive of efforts by other agencies to apply for or
leverage other funding sources that might become available during the year. City staff will be available
to provide written and verbal support of projects that will meet a housing and community development
need as identified in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan, and, within staffing capacity, will assist other
organizations that implement portions of the Plan to apply for funds from other local, state, or federal
resources.
Each city, as a participating jurisdiction of the Consortium, must make a permanent contribution to
show support of affordable housing in the community. The contribution is considered to be a match for
federal HOME dollars and must be 25% of the funds drawn from the jurisdiction's HOME Investment
Trust Fund Treasury account, excluding funds identified for administering the HOME program and
program income. Match obligations are satisfied by permanent non-federal investment in, or
contribution to, HOME assisted or HOME eligible projects by reduction or contribution from the City's
General or other non-federal funds, reduced cost for land purchased below appraised value, reduced
financing fees from lenders and appraisers, grants for affordable housing from non-federal sources,
donated construction/housing materials, and volunteer labor.
Source
Expected
Amount Available Year 1
Amount
Available
Narrative
Program
of
Uses of Funds
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total
Remainder
Description
Funds
Allocation
Income
Resources
of Plan
CDBG
Federal
Admin and
$640,072
$0
$0
$640,072
$2,560,288
Estimates based on
planning
available public
Economic
information about
development
the President's
Housing
proposed 2015
Public
budget in the Spring
improvements
of 2014; assumes
Public services
$640,072 per year
for the next 4 years
Leveraging Funds and Matching Requirements (AP15)
The Cities of Richland, Kennewick and Pasco are supportive of efforts by other agencies to apply for or
leverage other funding sources that might become available during the year. City staff will be available
to provide written and verbal support of projects that will meet a housing and community development
need as identified in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan, and, within staffing capacity, will assist other
organizations that implement portions of the Plan to apply for funds from other local, state, or federal
resources.
Each city, as a participating jurisdiction of the Consortium, must make a permanent contribution to
show support of affordable housing in the community. The contribution is considered to be a match for
federal HOME dollars and must be 25% of the funds drawn from the jurisdiction's HOME Investment
Trust Fund Treasury account, excluding funds identified for administering the HOME program and
program income. Match obligations are satisfied by permanent non-federal investment in, or
contribution to, HOME assisted or HOME eligible projects by reduction or contribution from the City's
General or other non-federal funds, reduced cost for land purchased below appraised value, reduced
financing fees from lenders and appraisers, grants for affordable housing from non-federal sources,
donated construction/housing materials, and volunteer labor.
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ANNUAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Table 2: Goals Summary
PROJECTS
Table 3: Project Information
Project N r ame
1-1 ADMINISTRATION, CDBG administration
2-2 PUBLIC SERVICES, Civic Center, Youth Recreation Specialist
2-3 PUBLIC SERVICES, Martin Luther King Community Center Recreation Specialist
2-4 PUBLIC SERVICES, Senior Citizen's Center Recreation Specialist
2-5 PUBLIC SERVICES, YMCA Martin Luther King Community Center Recreation Programs
3-6 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, Pasco Downtown Development Commercial Kitchen
4-7 HOUSING, BFCAC CHIP Minor Rehabilitation Program
5-8 PUBLIC FACILITY, Kurtzman Park Playground Equipment
5-9 PUBLIC FACILITY, Volunteer Park Playground Equipment
6-10 CODE ENFORCEMENT, Code Enforcement Officer
7-11 COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE, Sidewalk replacement & ADA ramp installation/replacement Program
1-1
Start
Fnd
..CpteBo
Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding
-
Goal Outcome Indicator
increase and
2015
2016
Affordable
N/A
Affordable
$40,000
Homeowner
preserve
Affordable housing creation, preservation, access and choice
housing
Community, neighborhood and economic development
housing
rehabilitation:
affordable
Funding
CDBG: $120,000
Description
creation,
2 households assisted
housing
description
preservation,
choices
access and
choice
Community,
2015
2016
Non -housing
N/A
Community,
$480,072
Public facility or
neighborhood
community
neighborhood
infrastructure
& economic
development
and economic
improvements other than
development
development
low/mod housing benefit:
11,445 persons assisted
Public services other than
low/mod housing benefit:
3000 persons assisted
Jobs created/retained: 6
jobs; Businesses assisted:
6 businesses assisted
PROJECTS
Table 3: Project Information
Project N r ame
1-1 ADMINISTRATION, CDBG administration
2-2 PUBLIC SERVICES, Civic Center, Youth Recreation Specialist
2-3 PUBLIC SERVICES, Martin Luther King Community Center Recreation Specialist
2-4 PUBLIC SERVICES, Senior Citizen's Center Recreation Specialist
2-5 PUBLIC SERVICES, YMCA Martin Luther King Community Center Recreation Programs
3-6 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, Pasco Downtown Development Commercial Kitchen
4-7 HOUSING, BFCAC CHIP Minor Rehabilitation Program
5-8 PUBLIC FACILITY, Kurtzman Park Playground Equipment
5-9 PUBLIC FACILITY, Volunteer Park Playground Equipment
6-10 CODE ENFORCEMENT, Code Enforcement Officer
7-11 COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE, Sidewalk replacement & ADA ramp installation/replacement Program
1-1
Project name
CDBG Adrplrliistgtlon
Target area
Goals supported
Increase and preserve affordable housing choices
Community neighborhood & economic development
Homeless intervention & prevention and supportive services
Needs addressed
Affordable housing creation, preservation, access and choice
Community, neighborhood and economic development
Homeless intervention and prevention and supportive services
Funding
CDBG: $120,000
Description
21A -General Program Administration
Location
Citywide
description
3
2-2
2-3
2-4
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Planned activity
CDBG funds provide for salary and benefits for the Block Grant Administrator to
plan, administer and provide for the successful delivery of housing, community
development and economic activities. The City receives funds for CDBG, HOME and
NSP activities. The Block Grant Administrator ensures compliance with local, state
and federal rules, regulations and laws for programs that primarily benefit low to
moderate income people in Pasco.
Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Other: Administration
Pr ect name.
Civic Center -Youth Recr ation Specialist
Target area
Goals supported
Community neighborhood & economic development
Needs addressed
Community neighborhood & economic development
Funding
CDBG: $20,000 LOCAL: $45,500
Description
05D -Youth Services
Location
description
525 N Third Avenue, Pasco, WA 99301 - South of 1-182/WA-12 and East of SR -395
Planned activity
CDBG funds provide a portion of the salary and benefits for recreation specialist at
the Youth Civic Center. This facility's program is to provide recreation programs for
youth at risk and families in low -to -moderate income Census Tract (202).
Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Public service activities other than low/mod income housing benefit: 300 persons
assisted
Project name
Martin Luther King Community Center Recreation Specialist
Target area
Goals supported
I Community neighborhood & economic development
Needs addressed
Community neighborhood & economic development
Funding
CDBG: $20,000 LOCAL: $100,500
Description
05D -Youth Services
Location
description
205 South Wehe, Pasco, WA 99301 - South of 1-182/WA-12 and East of SR -395
Planned activity
CDBG funds provide a portion of the salary and benefits for recreation specialist at
the Martin Luther King Center. This facility's program is coordinated with the YMCA,
Salvation Army and Campfire USA, who all collaborate to provide education and
physical activities to school age children.
Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Public service activities other than low/mod income housing benefit: 600 persons
assisted
Pr ' ct na
Senior Citizen's Center Illeyealt
Target area
Goals supported
Community neighborhood & economic development
Needs addressed
Community neighborhood & economic development
Funding
CDBG: $30,000 LOCAL: $200,500
Description
05A -Senior Services
Location
description
1315 North 7th, Pasco -South of 1-182/WA-12 and East of SR -395
Planned activity
CDBG funds provide a portion of the salary and benefits for recreation specialist to
oversee and operate program at Pasco's senior center. This facility's program
provides supervision and leadership necessary for programs serving the elderly of
Pasco with support services, nutrition, health and living skills support.
2-5
3-6
4-7
5-8
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Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Public service activities other than low/mod income housing benefit: 1,500 persons
assisted
P" name
YMCA:Martin W er Wog cmirmill C Ampation Program
Target area
Goals supported
Community neighborhood & economic development
Needs addressed
Community neighborhood & economic development
Funding
CDBG: $20,000 LOCAL: $40,000
Description
0SD-Youth Services
Location
description
205 South Wehe, Pasco, WA 99301 - South of 1-182/WA-12 and East of SR -395
Planned activity
CDBG funds are requested to provide recreation programs at the Martin Luther King
Center due to decreased funding from United Way.
Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Public service activities other than low/mod income housing benefit: 600 persons
assisted
project na
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Target area
Goalssupported
Community neighborhood& economic development
Needs addressed
Community neighborhood & economic development
Funding
CDBG: $25,000 LOCAL: $22,100
Description
18B -ED Technical Assistance (51%LMJ)
Location
description
110 South 4th Avenue - South of 1-182/WA-12 and East of SR -395
Planned activity
CDBG funds provide for continued operations of the Pasco Specialty Kitchen, a
certified commercial incubator kitchen. By providing technical support to small
food -related businesses the Pasco Specialty Kitchen improves their success rate by
helping them to establish and achieve their goals. In consideration for technical
assistance, the startup businesses agree to make jobs created available to low -to -
moderate income persons in Pasco (Census Tract 202).
Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Jobs created/retained: 6Jobs
Project name
CHIP Minor Rehab Program CAC
Target area
Goals supported
Increase and preserve affordable housing choices
Needs addressed
Affordable housing creation, preservation, access and choice
Funding
CDBG: $40,000 PRIVATE: $5,000
Description
14A -Rehab; Single -Unit Residential
Location
description
Multiple sites within The City
Planned activity
CDBG funds provide minor household repairs, energy efficient upgrades and
hazardous material removal for low to moderate income households with priority
given to those with housing burden greater than 30% and/or income less than 50%
AMI, or in a target neighborhood.
Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Homeowner housing rehabilitated: 2 Households housing units
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Community neighborhood & economic development
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Funding
CDBG: $125,000
Description
03F -Parks, Recreational Facilities
Location
description
1125 N 4` Ave - South of 1-182/WA-12 and East of SR -395
Planned activity
CDBG funds are requested for acquisition and installation of playground equipment
at Kurtzman Park and installation of safety mat.
Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Public service activities other than low/mod income housing benefit: 5,640 persons
assisted
name
Target area
Kurtzman Park Play EqulpmenR
Goals supported
Community neighborhood & economic development
Needs addressed
Community neighborhood & economic development
Funding
CDBG: $125,000
Description
03F -Parks, Recreational Facilities
Location
description
331 S Wehe - South of 1-182/WA-12 and East of SR -395
Planned activity
CDBG funds are requested for acquisition and installation of playground equipment
at Kurtzman Park and installation of safety mat.
Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Public service activities other than low/mod income housing benefit: 5,805 persons
assisted
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Sqde Enforcement Officer-;
Target area
Goals supported
Community neighborhood & economic development
Needs addressed
Community neighborhood & economic development
Funding
CDBG: $48,000 LOCAL: $200,000
Description
15 -Code Enforcement
Location
description
South of 1-182/WA-12 and East of SR -395
Planned activity
CDBG funds provide a portion of the salary and benefits for one of three code
enforcement officers to help bring approximately 500 residential properies into
compliance with City codes. Code enforcement encourages property owners to
maintain housing units to minimum property standards and improves
neighborhood appearance in primarily low to moderate income neighborhoods
(Census Tracts 201, 202, 203 and 204).
Target date
12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome
Housing code enforcement/foreclosed property care: 500 HH housing units
Project name
Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk & Roadway Improvements and Install 20 ramps where
missing or non-functional
Target area
Goals supported
Community neighborhood & economic development
Needs addressed
Community neighborhood & economic development
Funding
CDBG: $42,072 LOCAL: $250,000
Description
03L -Sidewalks
Location
description
Various locations TBD - South of 1-182/WA-12 and East of SR -395
Planned activity
CDBG funds are requested to make area -wide street and sidewalk improvements in
conjunction with the street overlay project, and replace areas of public sidewalks
with ramp access (intalling approximately 20 new ramps) for disabled persons.
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Allocation Priorities and Barriers (AP35)
Funding priorities are consistent with those stated in the Strategic Plan. The City of Kennewick intends
to maximize the use of limited resources to ensure the highest benefit within the capacity to administer
the program. Reduced funds have increased the challenge. Given the limited capacity, bricks and mortar
projects resulting in visual physical improvements are important when those projects reduce barriers for
physically impaired persons; result in the acquisition, construction or improvement to public facilities;
and/or, result in neighborhood preservation and revitalization. High priority is also placed on projects
that would result in enhancing the economic opportunities of residents.
The City likewise places a priority on bricks and mortar projects that result in the creation or
preservation of housing for elderly or populations with special needs and social services projects to
address community needs including projects to assist seniors or populations with special needs and
disadvantaged youth.
Whenever feasible, projects that leverage additional funds and/or are coordinated with community
partners are emphasized and given priority. The City does not anticipate obstacles to meeting the
underserved needs addressed in the projects (within the anticipated funding levels).
GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION (AP50)
Revitalization efforts remain a priority in central Pasco where most of the aging housing stock is located.
Pasco's CDBG and HOME funds will be used to assist lower income residents of Pasco, priority will be
placed on those activities that provide a benefit in the oldest sections of Pasco. This geographic area is
primarily located in the SE quadrant of the city, south of 1-182, and east of SR -395, and is characterized
by a high percentage of families living at or below poverty level.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Introduction (AP55)
HOME goals are included in reporting by the City of Richland, the HOME lead.
Table 4: One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirements
One -Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless
Non -homeless
Special needs
Total
Target date 12/31/2015
Indicator/outcome Public service activities other than low/mod income housing benefit: 1,700 persons
assisted
Allocation Priorities and Barriers (AP35)
Funding priorities are consistent with those stated in the Strategic Plan. The City of Kennewick intends
to maximize the use of limited resources to ensure the highest benefit within the capacity to administer
the program. Reduced funds have increased the challenge. Given the limited capacity, bricks and mortar
projects resulting in visual physical improvements are important when those projects reduce barriers for
physically impaired persons; result in the acquisition, construction or improvement to public facilities;
and/or, result in neighborhood preservation and revitalization. High priority is also placed on projects
that would result in enhancing the economic opportunities of residents.
The City likewise places a priority on bricks and mortar projects that result in the creation or
preservation of housing for elderly or populations with special needs and social services projects to
address community needs including projects to assist seniors or populations with special needs and
disadvantaged youth.
Whenever feasible, projects that leverage additional funds and/or are coordinated with community
partners are emphasized and given priority. The City does not anticipate obstacles to meeting the
underserved needs addressed in the projects (within the anticipated funding levels).
GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION (AP50)
Revitalization efforts remain a priority in central Pasco where most of the aging housing stock is located.
Pasco's CDBG and HOME funds will be used to assist lower income residents of Pasco, priority will be
placed on those activities that provide a benefit in the oldest sections of Pasco. This geographic area is
primarily located in the SE quadrant of the city, south of 1-182, and east of SR -395, and is characterized
by a high percentage of families living at or below poverty level.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Introduction (AP55)
HOME goals are included in reporting by the City of Richland, the HOME lead.
Table 4: One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirements
One -Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless
Non -homeless
Special needs
Total
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Table 5: One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
One -Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Rental assistance
Production of new units
Rehab of existing units
Acquisition of existing units
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Discussion (AP55)
A goal of the three Cities is to provide decent affordable housing for its residents. To support this effort
each city has programs to address this need. The following provides a general overview of the types of
programs and projects that supports this effort.
• HOME — Down Payment Assistance Program. Each City provides a down payment program,
providing funds for low and moderate income first time homebuyers.
• HOME —CHDO. Support efforts of a CHDO to develop single family homeownership units.
PUBLIC HOUSING
Actions to Support Public Housing Needs (AP60)
The City of Pasco will help address the needs of public housing and activities in 2014 by continuing to
work closely with and supporting efforts of the Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin
County. The City and Authority will continue to coordinate housing activities throughout the City.
Actions to Encourage Residents (AP60)
The Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County is in the process of reinstituting the
resident council.
HOMELESS AND OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS ACTIVITIES (AP65)
The three cities will continue to be involved in the Benton Franklin Human Services planning efforts. The
BFHS developed a plan for the homeless with the express purpose of giving nonprofit and government
agency providers a "road map' of actions to follow to reduce homelessness in Benton and Franklin
Counties. The plan is a concerted effort by numerous agencies, including the three cities, to develop a
common understanding of the needs of the homeless and to agree upon a coordinated plan to improve
services and housing for homeless. The goal of the plan is to move homeless individuals and families
through a continuum of housing and supportive services leading them to permanent housing with the
highest level of self-sufficiency they can achieve.
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Assessing Individual Needs (AP65)
Richland, Kennewick and Pasco will continue to encourage cooperation in sharing information to identify
existing resource that might be available to meet the needs of the homeless, or those at risk of
becoming homeless. Staff from the Cities will also participate in and support the annual Point -in -Time
Count in Benton and Franklin counties scheduled for January 2015.
Addressing Emergency Shelter and Transitional Housing Needs (AP65)
Emergency Solutions Grant funds are not directly administered by the Continuum of Care. However, the
Continuum consults on funding decisions. The cities do not address emergency shelter and transitional
housing needs of homeless, except through their involvement with Benton Franklin Community Action
Committee (BFCAC) and Benton Franklin Human Services. The three cities do not receive ESG funds but
will continue to support the development of homeless housing through community resources such as,
potentially, the HOME program and 2060 and 2163 Recording Fee resources, as they have in the past
(such as the recent rehabilitation and sale of a duplex for use as transitional housing for families).
Transitions to Permanent Housing and Homeless Prevention (AP65)
The City of Pasco sold a HOME -assisted unit to BFCAC. The unit will be used to house four individuals
transitioning out of homelessness. BFCAC will provide supportive managed care and subsidized rent to
assist clients achieve self-sufficiency.
Pasco awarded CDBG funds to Elijah Family Homes for the Transition to Success Program to avoid
homelessness due to previous addiction related offenses.
Assistance with Discharge Housing and services (AP65)
Except for involvement with BFCAC, the three Cities don't provide assistance to those being discharged
from publicly funded institutions or receiving assistance from public or private agencies.
BARRIERS TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING (AP75)
The purchase price and downpayment of a home generally serves as a significant barrier to affordable
homeownership opportunities, particularly for lower income households. Local HUD -funded housing
programs provide affordable housing opportunities for lower-income households by financing down
payment assistance. Affordable housing opportunities are also available through programs for minor
home repairs and weatherization upgrades to existing homes, decreasing energy costs for low income
households.
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All three cities encourage infill development to preserve older neighborhoods, and support increase of
housing densities in areas where adequate public facilities and services (police and fire protection,
schools, water, sewer, and drainage) are in place or can easily be provided.
Excessive development costs and associated fees, recent increases in costs for energy, and rising
housing prices are all potential barriers to affordable housing. Pasco is an entry-level residential growth
center. Housing in Pasco is influenced by a variety of public policies and actions that can either have
short-term impacts or long-term implications for affordable housing. Pasco regularly monitors available
land, zoning, land use, permitting processes, utilities and transportation to accommodate projected
population increases and housing requirements of all income groups.
OTHER ACTIONS
Introduction (AP85)
Because of the layout of the Tri -Cities, Benton and Franklin Counties are taking a more regional
approach for addressing obstacles to underserved needs. One of the challenges to meeting underserved
needs by any one group is the lack of staff capacity, financial resources, and supportive services
necessary to address all needs. All three cities attend, support and are active members of Continuum.of
Care, an organization comprised of local non-profit, housing, public service, correctional, and
government agencies throughout Benton and Franklin counties. By maintaining open communication,
collaboration, and partnering efforts among all groups, and reducing duplication of effort, more needs
of lower income people can be met.
Actions to Meet Underserved Needs (AP85)
Decent housing can be made available to those below 30% median income by joining forces with
community advocates such as the Benton Franklin Home Base Housing Network, Benton Franklin
Community Action Committee and the Department of Human Services to provide affordable housing for
this underserved population. Typical projects to meet this goal would be family shelter, domestic
violence shelter, developmentally disabled and chronically mentally disabled housing, elderly housing,
migrant farmworker housing, homeless prevention rapid rehousing programs and state and local
housing trust funds. The City supports the efforts of local non-profit agencies to meet needs of
underserved populations.
Actions toward Affordable Housing (AP85)
The City will continue to support the efforts of various nonprofit agencies, housing authorities and
CHDO's to provide affordable housing opportunities for special needs populations. Rehabilitation
priority is given by the City and by Benton Franklin CAC Energy Efficient Healthy House Program to those
homes occupied by frail elderly or homeowners and renters with disabilities. City staff will be available
to assist in identifying potential funding sources and provide technical assistance within staff capacity,
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and will remain receptive to forming partnerships with other entities to assure vulnerable populations
are able to reside in decent, safe housing.
Actions to Reduce Lead -Based Paint Hazards (AP85)
The City will undertake the following actions in program years 2015-2019 to increase community
awareness of lead based paint and its hazards. The City will provide education on lead based paint
including information on Safe Work Practices, actions to take when rehabbing or remodeling a home,
and steps to take if exposure to lead hazards is suspected.
The pamphlets "Renovate Right' and "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home' published by
Washington Department of Commerce and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be distributed to
all potential housing clients, and be available via online links from the City's website.
In compliance with Program Update 05-11, the Lead Based Paint (LBP) Safe Checklist is utilized to
evaluate applicability of the lead safe housing rule to CDBG and HOME funded projects. The City will
work with pre -qualified contractors to perform testing as necessary to identify lead hazards, and assure
compliance after remediation work through clearance exams as required for persons assisted with CDBG
or HOME funds.
Actions to Reduce Number of Poverty -Level Families (AP85)
Several activities may be undertaken to decrease cost -burdens for lower income people such as the
various housing programs offered by the City and the Tri -Cities HOME Consortium, such as Local
Improvement District (LID) Assistance Programs, life skills training, and the various public/social service
programs offered. The Cities support economic development projects that create jobs or provide
education or training to enable people to become self-sufficient and have an opportunity to work at
living wage jobs. Neighborhood improvement plans inventory and designate neighborhoods for
revitalization. Targeted revitalization of neighborhoods should increase the ability to impact the lives of
lower income residents who reside there, and promote these areas as a desirable place to live with
connectivity to other desirable neighborhoods.
The City will continue to provide support for very low income seniors and disabled households by
reducing their water bills. Discounts for electricity and refuse are also offered by Franklin County Public
Utility District (PUD) and Basin Disposal. The City will continue housing programs such as the Owner -
Occupied Rehab Program, Down Payment Assistance Program, and the Infill Homeownership Program.
Pasco also continues to assist in funding various public/social service programs that meet basic needs of
lower income or special needs populations. The City continues to support efforts in the community to
create job opportunities that pay living wage rates and provide training opportunities to reduce poverty.
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Actions to Develop Institutional Structure (AP85)
The City will pursue various activities outlined in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan to strengthen and
coordinate actions with housing, nonprofit, and economic development agencies. Staff will continue to
participate in the Continuum of Care Task Force to assist in the coordination of government agencies,
nonprofit organizations, housing developers, social service providers, and Continuum of Care providers
to meet the needs of the homeless. Pasco staff will participate in the Point -in -Time Count of the
homeless, used to measure community trends. The City will, within staff capacity, continue to encourage
and support joint applications for resources and programs among housing and service providers.
Actions to Enhance Coordination (AP85)
The City supports efforts by other agencies to apply for, or leverage other funding sources that might
become available during the year. City staff will be available to provide written and verbal support of
projects that meet a Housing and Community Development need as identified in the 2010-2015
Consolidated Plan, and will assist other organizations to apply for funds from other local, state or federal
resources within staff capacity.
PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Introduction (AP90)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1)
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the
start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogramed
$8,0'00.00
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used
during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in
$0.00
the grantee's strategic plan
$0.00
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the
$0.00
planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan
$0.00
5. The amount of income from float -funded activities
$8,000.00
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Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities
2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that 95%
benefit persons of low and moderate income
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council October 28, 2014
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
Rick White,
Community & Economic Development Director
FROM: David I. McDonald, City Planner
SUBJECT: STREET VACATION (MF# VAC 2014-007) Portion of Road 92 in Coles
Estates.
I. REFERENCE(S):
1. Street Vacation, Rd 92 in Coles Estates - Overview Map
2. Street Vacation, Rd 92 in Coles Estates - Vicinity Map
3. Street Vacation, Rd 92 in Coles Estates - Proposed Ordinance
I1. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Conduct Public Hearing:
11/3: MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. , an Ordinance vacating
Road 92 north of Majestia Lane, and further, authorize
publication by summary only
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
NONE
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A. The owners of property in Coles Estates petitioned for vacation of Road 92 north
of the intersection with Majestia Lane. The vacation was requested to facilitate
the development of a subdivision between Road 92 and Road 90.
B. Council set November 3, 2014 as the date to consider the vacation.
V. DISCUSSION:
A. Coles Estates was platted in 1967 with lots ranging in size from two to three acres,
however, the subdivision was never developed. A portion of the Coles Estates was
replatted in 2007 and 2009 and developed as Broadmoor Estates. The northern 825
feet of Road 92 was vacated at that time to facilitate the new development. A
developer is now in the process of replatting another portion of Coles Estates which
will require the vacation of another 610 feet of Road 92
B. The proposed vacation has been reviewed by the utility providers and there is no need
to retain easements.
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WHEN RECORDED PLEASE RETURN TO:
City of Pasco
Attn: City Planner
525 North 3`d
Pasco, WA 99301
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF ROAD 92.
WHEREAS, from time to time in response to petitions or in cases where it serves the
general interest of the City, the City Council may vacate right-of-way; and
WHEREAS, all steps and procedures required by law to vacate said right-of-way have
been duly taken and performed; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That portion of Road 92 lying northerly of the north line of Majestia Lane, as
depicted in Exhibit "1" be and the same is hereby vacated with all vacated right-of-way
attaching to and becoming a part of Lots 18 and 19 and 20, Coles Estates.
Section 2. 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, this 3rd day of November, 2014.
Matt Watkins
Mayor
ATTEST:
Debra L. Clark, CMC
City Clerk
City of Pasco
Publish ASAP
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Leland B. Kerr, City Attorney
City Attorney
AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council October 28, 2014
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager. Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
Rick White, Z Vqj
Community & Economic Development Director
FROM: Dave McDonald, City Planner
SUBJECT: REZONE: Sandifur Parkway. 9600 Block from C -I to CR (MF# Z2014-007)
L REFERENCE(S):
1. Rezone, Sandifer Parkway - Vicinity Map
2. Rezone, Sandifur Parkway - Proposed Ordinance
3. Rezone, Sandifur Parkway - Report to the Planning Commission
4. Rezone, Sandifur Parkway -Planning Commission Minutes: Dated 10/16/14
H. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL/STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
11/3: MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. , rezoning property
located in the 9600 Block of Sandifur Parkway from C-1 to
CR, and further, authorize publication by summary only.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
NONE
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A. On October 16, 2014 the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to
determine whether or not to recommend rezoning 14 acres in the 9600 block of
Sandifer Parkway from C-1 to CR.
B. Following the conduct of a public hearing, the Planning Commission reasoned it
would be appropriate to recommend a change in zoning for the property in question.
C. No written appeal of the Planning Commission's recommendation has been received.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE
ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE 9600 BLOCK OF
SANDIFUR PARKWAY FROM C-1 (RETAIL BUSINESS) TO CR (Regional Commercial).
WHEREAS, a complete and adequate petition for change of zoning classification
has been received and an open record hearing having been conducted by the Pasco Planning
Commission upon such petition; and,
WHEREAS, that the effect of the requested change in zoning classification shall not
be materially detrimental to the immediate vicinity; and,
WHEREAS, based upon substantial evidence and demonstration of the Petitioner,
that: (A) the requested change for the zoning classification is consistent with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan; (B) the requested change in zoning classification is consistent with or
promotes the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan serving the general public interest
in the community; and (C) there has been a change in the neighborhood or community needs or
circumstances warranting the requested change of the zoning classification; NOW,
THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the Zoning Ordinance for the City of Pasco, Washington, and the
Zoning Map, accompanying and being part of said Ordinance shall be and hereby is
changed from C-1 (Retail Business) to CR (Regional Commercial) for the real property as
shown in the Exhibit "1" attached hereto and described as follows:
That parcel of land being a portion of Lot 8 of that certain Binding Site Plan 96-3
recorded under Volume 1 of Surveys, Pages 10-13 records of Franklin County,
Washington, located in a portion of the West Half of Section 8, Township 9 North,
Range 29 East, Willamette Meridian, Franklin County, Washington; Beginning at the
West Quarter comer of said Section 8; Thence North 89°50'59" East along the North
line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 8, 2220.71 feet; Thence South 00°49'27"
East, 51.00 feet to the Southerly Right -of -Way line of Sandifur Parkway and the
Northeast Corner of said Lot 9; Thence South 89°50'58" West along said Southerly
Right -of -Way line, 607.86 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; Thence
continuing South 89°50'58" West along said Southerly Right -of -Way line, 506.01 feet;
Thence along said Southerly Right -of -Way line, along the arc of a 651.00 foot radius
tangent curve to the right, the long chord of which bears North 82°11'09" West for a
chord distance of 180.41 feet, through a central angle of 15°55'46" for an arc distance
of 180.99 feet; Thence along the Easterly Right -of -Way line of Bedford Street, along
the arc of a 20.00 foot radius reverse curve to the left, the long chord of which bears
South 63°31'34" West for a chord distance of 26.90 feet, through a central angle of
84°30'20" for an arc distance of 29.50 feet; Thence South 21°16'24" West along the
said Easterly Right -of -Way line, 96.67 feet; Thence along said Easterly Right -of -Way
line, along the arc of a 175.00 foot radius tangent curve to the right, the long chord of
which bears South 66016'24" West for a chord distance of 247.49 feet through a central
angle of 90°00'00" for an arc distance of 274.89 feet; Thence North 68143'36" West
along the Right -of -Way line of said Bedford Street, 5.45 feet to the Northwesterly
corner of said Lot 8; Thence South 21°16'24" West along the Westerly line of said Lot
8, 282.79 feet to the Northerly Right -of -Way line of SR 182; Thence South 65°38'41"
East along said Northerly Right -of -Way line, 293.46 feet; Thence South 74°25'48"
East along said Northerly Right -of -Way line, 842.27 feet; Thence North 00°02'28"
West, 787.10 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; Containing 14.01 acres more
or less;
Section 2. This ordinance shall take full force and effect five (5) days after its
approval, passage and publication as required by law.
Passed by the City Council of the City of Pasco this 3rd day of November, 2014.
Matt Watkins, Mayor
ATTEST:
Debra L. Clark, City Clerk
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REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
MASTER FILE NO: Z 2014-007 APPLICANT: City of Pasco
HEARING DATE: 10/16/2014 PO Box 293
ACTION DATE: 10/16/2014 Pasco WA 99301
BACKGROUND
REQUEST: REZONE: Rezone from C-1 (Retail Business) to CR (Regional
Commercial)
1. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Leeal: A portion of Lot 8 of Binding Site Plan 96-3 recorded under
Volume 1 of Surveys, Pages 10-13 records of Franklin
County, Washington, located in a portion of the West Half of
Section 8, Township 9 North, Range 29 East W.M.. Parcel #
115460056.
General Location: 9600 Block of Sandifur Parkway.
Property Size: 14 acres.
2. ACCESS: The site is accessible from Sandifur Parkway and Bedford
Street.
3. UTILITIES: All municipal utilities are currently available to the site.
East. Water lines are located in surrounding streets and a sewer line
runs along the western and southern boundary of the site.
4. LAND USE AND ZONING: The parcels are currently zoned RT
(Residential Transition) and are vacant. Surrounding properties are
zoned and developed as follows:
NORTH: C-1 - Offices/Vacant
SOUTH: CR - Vacant/ Motor Cycle Sales
EAST: C-1 - Vacant/ Old Outlet Mall
WEST: C-1 - Motel/Offices
5. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan designates the site
for commercial development. Areas designated for commercial
development by the Comprehensive Plan can be zone "O", C-1, C-2, C-3
CR and BP. Land Use Goal ED -2 encourages the appropriate location
and design of commercial facilities within the City. ED -2-B encourages
the development of a wide range of commercial uses strategically located
to support local and regional needs. LU -4-A suggests commercial
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facilities should be located near major street intersection to leverage the
use of major infrastructure and to reduce commercial sprawl.
6. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The City of Pasco is the lead
agency for this project. Based on the SEPA checklist, the adopted City
Comprehensive Plan, City development regulations, and other
information, a threshold determination resulting in a Determination of
Non -Significance (DNS) has been issued for this project under WAC 197-
11-158.
ANALYSIS
In January of this year the City purchased 14 acres of land at the corner of
Bedford Street and Sandifur Parkway. Given the location of the property near
the Road 100 Interchange (The Road 100 Interchange is more or less in the
geographic center of the Tri -Cities) the City is seeking to rezone the property for
regional commercial activities. The current Comprehensive Plan land use
designation of commercial would allow the property to be zoned for "O", C-1, C-
2, C-3, CR, and BP zoning (C-2 zoning is only for the Central Business
District). The specific zoning designation for the site is to be determined
through the hearing process taking into consideration the site location, general
purposes of each zoning district, street network and surrounding uses. The
foregoing considerations should be factored into the rezone review criteria
required by PMC 25.88.030.
The site was contained with the "Northwest Annexation Area" that was annexed
to the City in 1982 prior to the construction of the I-182 freeway. Upon
annexation the property was C -1-D Designated Shopping Center. At the time
the C -1-D was considered as a regional commercial district and property at
both Road 100 and Road 68 was assigned C -1-D. In 1999 the C -1-D zoning
district was changed to the CR District and most of the C -1-D areas were
rezoned to C-1.
The site has remained undeveloped for the past 32 years. Previous owners of
the property with some assistance from the City extended Road 100 north from
the interchange and built Sandifur Parkway, Bedford Street and others in an
effort to attract commercial development to the City. The property owners also
marketed the property for a variety of commercial activities, mostly retail in
nature, and developed a number of site plans laying out large retail/office
developments on the site. Little success was achieved and much of the
property south of Sandifur Parkway near the Road 100 Interchange still
remains vacant. The City now has a pending sale for the property but, the
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proposed use will require a special permit or a rezone. Both the City and the
possible future owner would prefer a rezone to CR.
The purpose of the CR District is to provide for commercial and service uses
that serve the needs of people living in the entire region. The district is
intended to be located near major highway interchanges. In this case the
property in question is located adjacent to the east half of the I-182/Road 100
interchange. The CR District permits the location of auto dealers and RV sales
facilities both of which rely on a region customer base to be successful.
In 2009 the Road 100 interchange was modified to increase its carrying
capacity thereby allow a greater volume of traffic to enter and exit the freeway.
The initial review criteria for considering a rezone application are explained in
PMC. 25.88.030. The criteria are listed below as follows:
1. The date the existing zone became effective:
The current zoning classification was established in 1999 when the zoning
regulations were updated as mandated by the Growth Management Act.
2. The changed conditions, which are alleged to warrant other or additional
zoning:
The site was originally zoned C -1-D when it was annexed in 1982. The site
retained the C -1-D designation until 1999 when the C -1-D district was changed
to the CR District. However CR designation for the site was not retained and the
property became zoned C-1. In the late 1990's Road 100 was extended north
from the freeway and Sandifur Parkway was constructed connecting Road 100
to Road 68. Water and sewer utilities were also installed around the site in the
late 1990's. The Road 100 Interchange was enlarged in 2009 to increase its
carrying capacity. Despite marketing efforts by the previous owners and the fact
that 9,500 new dwelling units have been construction in the City little
commercial development has occurred around the Road 100 Interchange. Within
the last year or two the Broadmoor RV sales facility has expanded twice and the
Thunder Alley motorcycle facility has been permitted. These two facilities are
located on St. Thomas Drive south of the proposed rezone site and are zoned CR.
3. Facts to justify the change on the basis of advancing the public health,
safety and general welfare:
Rezoning the property will support past public and private efforts and
expenditures to posture the property for commercial development. By expanding
opportunities for commercial development the city will be expanding employment
opportunities and the tax base thereby advancing the general welfare of the
community.
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4. The effect it will have on the value and character of the adjacent property
and the Comprehensive Plan:
The comprehensive Plan designates the site for commercial development. Policies
(ED -2-B) of the plan encourage the development of a wide range of commercial
uses strategically located within the community to support local and regional
needs. Development of a regional type commercial facility on the site may have a
positive impact on surround properties in that it may be a catalase for
commercial development on adjacent properties. .
S. The effect on the property owner or owners if the request is not granted:
Without the rezone the proposed use will not be built and the sale will not occur.
INITIAL STAFF FINDINGS OF FACT
Findings of fact must be entered from the record. The following are initial
findings drawn from the background and analysis section of the staff report.
The Planning Commission may add additional findings to this listing as the
result of factual testimony and evidence submitted during the open record
hearing.
1. The site is vacant and has been since it was annexed to the City in 1982
farmed.
2. The site contains 14 acres.
3. The site is currently zoned C-1 (Retail Business) and has been since
1999.
4. The site was zoned C -1-D in 1982.
5. The site has remained vacant for 32 years.
6. The Comprehensive Plan designates the site for commercial development.
7. The commercial designation within the Comprehensive Plan could permit
the following types of commercial zoning: "O", C-1, C-3, CR and BP (C-2
is limited to the Central Business District).
8. The rezone request is for CR (Regional commercial) zoning.
9. Road 100 is located in the geographic center of the Tri -Cities region.
10. The site is in a regional location adjacent to the east half of the I-
182/Road 100 Interchange.
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11. In 2009 the 1-182/Road 100 Interchange was enlarge to increase the
carrying capacity of the interchange.
12. All municipal utilities were made available to the site in the late 1990's.
13. Properties along St Thomas Drive south of the freeway are zoned CR.
14. Recent permit and construction activity for commercial business in The
Road 100 Interchange area as only occurred on CR property along St.
Thomas Drive.
TENTATIVE CONCLUSIONS BASED ON INITIAL STAFF FINDINGS OF FACT
Before recommending approval or denial of a special permit the Planning
Commission must develop findings of fact from which to draw its conclusions
based upon the criteria listed in PMC 25.86.060. The criteria are as follows:
1. The proposal is in accordance with the goals and policies of the
Comprehensive Plan.
The proposal is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map and
several Plan policies and goals related to commercial development. Land Use
Goal ED -2 encourages the appropriate location and design of commercial
facilities within the City. ED -2-B encourages the development of a wide range of
commercial uses strategically located to support local and regional needs. LU -4-A
suggests commercial facilities should be located near major street intersection to
leverage the use of major infrastructure and to reduce commercial sprawl.
2. The effect of the proposal on the immediate vicinity will not be materially
detrimental.
All properties surrounding the site are zoned for commercial development (C-1).
Development of the site facilitated by a rezone to CR may be beneficial to
surrounding properties in that increase traffic and activity on the proposed site
may encourage commercial development of surrounding properties.
3. There is merit and value in the proposal for the community as a whole
There is merit in developing vacant parcels within the City in accordance with the
goals and policies contained in the Comprehensive Plan. The proposed zoning is
consistent with the Plan's Land Use Map. Encouraging the development of more
commercial facilities in the Road 100 area has merit as a whole for the increase
in employment opportunities it creates and increase in the tax base without a
corresponding increased need for public services as is the case with residential
development.
4. Conditions should be imposed in order to mitigate any significant
adverse impacts from the proposal.
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Safeguards al already built into the CR regulations as a result of the limited
number of permitted uses listed in the district regulations.
5. A Concomitant Agreement should be entered into between the City and
the petitioner, and if so, the terms and conditions of such an agreement.
A concomitant agreement is not needed.
This proposed rezone is rather straightforward and uncomplicated so staff is
requesting the matter to be sent on to the City Council after the initial hearing.
During a code amendment process in 2013 regarding special permits for
vehicle sales in the C-1 zone, the Planning Commission generally concurred
that the Road 100 Interchange area is a valuable location for regional land uses
that are allowed in the CR Zoning District.
RECOMMENDATION
MOTION: I move to adopt findings of fact and conclusions therefrom as
contained in the October 16, 2014 staff report.
MOTION: I move based on the findings of fact and conclusions as
adopted the Planning Commission recommend the City
Council approve the rezone for property at the southeast
corner of Bedford Street and Sandifur Parkway from C-1 to
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D. Rezone
Chairman Cruz read the master file number and asked for comments from staff.
Dave McDonald, City Planner, discussed the rezone application from C-1 (Retail Business)
to CR (Regional Commercial). This property is on Sandifur Parkway, west of Bedford. The
site is 14 acres and is owned by the City of Pasco. The CR Zoning District would allow for
commercial uses included; RV sales, car sales and related type of businesses. Mr.
McDonald briefly referenced the findings of fact in the written report and
therecommendation for rezoning this property.
Chairman Cruz stated that the report notes motorcycles sales.
Mr. McDonald added the motorcycles sales are located directly to the south of I-182 in the
new building being built, called Thunder Alley, which is on St. Thomas Drive. There has
been interest in this area expressed for such commercial activity. The rezone provides a
little more flexibility for signage and perhaps size of the sales lots and numbers of vehicles.
Commissioner Bachart stated that he is a little concerned with the other types of
commercial properties already in this vicinity and how this rezone could affect those
businesses. The special permit would require new cars only. He asked if it would really
be preferable to rezone or use the special permit process.
Mr. McDonald said yes and no. In this particular case, it would be more than just a used
car lot. The special permit process and some of the limitations, particularly for signage,
doesn't quite work. A rezone is preferable in this particular case.
Commissioner Bachart asked if all 14 acres of this property are going to be developed into
a single car lot.
Mr. McDonald answered only half of it, 7 acres, with the possibility of the other 7 acres for
a different dealership.
Commissioner Greenaway stated that she was also concerned since the majority of the
area consists of medical offices and banks.
Mr. McDonald replied that most of those businesses are on the north side of the
boulevard. Also, in the I-182 Corridor, there will be landscaping requirements along with
building enhancement requirements not found in other parts of the community.
Chairman Cruz added that there is a nice gradient from less intense to more intense.
Preston Ramsey, 415 S. Alpine, Liberty Lake, WA, spoke on behalf of this item. He stated
that he represents the original developer and owner of the site. The site is encumbered
with restrictive covenants that will have to be reviewed by the architectural committee. He
wanted to make sure that the plans are approved by them before anything goes too far
down the process.
Mr. McDonald stated that he is aware of the covenants and he has been in communication
with Mr. Ramsey.
With no further comments the public hearing closed.
Commissioner Kempf moved, seconded by Commissioner Greenaway, to adopt findings of
fact and conclusions therefrom as contained in the October 16, 2014 staff report. The
motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Kempf moved, seconded by Commissioner Greenaway, based on the
findings of fact and conclusions as adopted the Planning Commission recommend the City
Council approve the rezone for the property at the southeast corner of Bedford Street and
Sandifur Parkway from C-1 to CR. The motion passed unanimously.
AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council October 29, 2014
Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager
Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director �V—i
FROM: David I. McDonald, City Planner
SUBJECT: Sharma Annexation (MF# ANX2014-00
I. REFERENCE(S):
1. Sharma Annexation - Overview Map
2. Sharma Annexation - Vicinity Map
3. Sharma Annexation - Proposed Resolution
4. Sharma Annexation - Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
11/3/14: MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. , accepting a
Notice of Intent to commence annexation proceedings for
the Sharma Annexation Area and providing a determination
on the boundary, zoning and indebtedness related thereto.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A. Ashok and Vijay Sharma along with the other owners of property in the southeast
quarter of Section 6, Township 9 North, Range 29 East have filed a Notice of
Intent to commence the process of annexing to the City.
B. The Notice of Intent has been reviewed by staff, and has been determined to
contain sufficient signatures to initiate the annexation process. Notices of Intent
are required to contain the signatures of property owners representing at least 10
percent of the assessed value of an area proposed for annexation. In this case, the
signatures on the Notice of Intent represent 100 percent of the ownership.
C. The Council set November 3, 2014 as the date for the required public meeting to
consider the Notice of Intent.
IV. DISCUSSION:
A. As a part of the review of the Notice of Intent the petition method of annexation
requires the Council to determine:
1) Whether the city will accept or require modification of the proposed
annexation area;
2) Whether the city will require simultaneous adoption of zoning; and,
3) Whether the city will require the property to assume all or a portion of
existing city indebtedness.
B. The proposed resolution has been prepared following past practices of accepting
the proposed annexation area without requiring simultaneous zoning or the
assumption of bonded indebtedness. Zoning will be established following
property owner notification and a public hearing held (by the Planning
Commission) separately from a Council hearing on the future annexation.
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C. The proposed annexation area is within the Pasco Urban Growth Boundary and as
such it has been the City's responsibility to plan for future development on the
property. As a result the annexation area has been included in the Comprehensive
Plan and the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan service areas. Mr. Sharma and
the other property owners ultimately plan to develop their properties but, initially
the property will remain vacant and will not require the typical urban services
associated with development. Development of infrastructure on the property will
be the responsibility of developers while the associated need for public services,
such as police and fire, will be the responsibility of the City. These additional
service needs could include the location of a fourth fire station and or expanded
public works facilities at the corner of Road 108 and Crescent Drive.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A NOTICE OF INTENT (TEN
PERCENT PETITION) TO COMMENCE ANNEXATION PROCEEDINGS,
PROVIDING A DETERMINATION ON THE TERRITORY TO BE ANNEXED
AND WHETHER SIMULTANEOUS ZONING AND THE ASSUMPTION OF
BONDED INDEBTEDNESS WILL BE REQUIRED.
WHEREAS, the owners of the southeast quarter of Section 6, Township 9 North, Range
29 East have filed a Notice of Intent to annex to the City of Pasco; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Pasco has reviewed the Notice of Intent and
has determined annexation of the territory would support the provision of municipal services
within the Pasco Urban Growth Area and is in the best interest of the Pasco community; NOW,
THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, DOES RESOLVE AS
FOLLOWS:
A) That the City will accept the proposed territory to be annexed as described in
Exhibit "1" and depicted in Exhibit "2" attached hereto.
B) That the territory to be annexed will not require simultaneous adoption of zoning
regulations. Zoning will be determined through a public hearing process with input from
affected property owners.
C) That the annexation area will not be required to assume any portion of existing
City bonded indebtedness.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco this 3rd day of November, 2014.
Matt Watkins, Mayor
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Debra Clark, City Clerk Leland B. Kerr, City Attorney
EXHIBIT "1"
Annexation Legal
Farm Unit 99, Irrigation Block 1, except that portion deeded for County roads
together with the Southeast quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 6,
Township 9 North, Range 29 East, W.M., Franklin County, Washington, except
that portion deeded for County roads.
EXHIBIT # 2
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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO COMMENCE ANNEXATION PROCEDURES
TO: The City Council of the City of Pasco
525 North Third Avenue
Pasco, Washington 99301
Council Members:
The undersigned, who are the owners of not less than ten percent in
value, according to the assessed valuation for general taxation of the
property for which annexation is sought, hereby advise the City Council
of the City of Pasco that it is the desire of the undersigned owners of the
following area to commence annexation proceedings.
The property herein referred to is described on Exhibit T attached
hereto and is depicted on Exhibit "k further attached hereto.
It is requested that the City Council of the City of Pasco set a date not
later than sixty days after the filing of this request for a meeting with the
undersigned to determine:
(1) Whether the City Council will accept the proposed annexation;
and,
(2) Whether the City Council will require the assumption of existing
City indebtedness by the area to be annexed; and,
(3) Whether the City Council will require simultaneous zoning.
This page is one of a group of pages containing identical text material
and is intended by the signers of this Notice of Intention to be presented
and considered as one Notice of Intention and may be filed with other
pages containing additional signatures which cumulatively may be
considered as a single Notice of Intention.
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EXHIBIT "1"
Annexation Legal
Farm Unit 99, Irrigation Block 1, except that portion deeded for County roads
together with the Southeast quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 6,
Township 9 North, Range 29 East, W.M., Franklin County, Washington, except
that portion deeded for County roads.
EXHIBIT "1"
Annexation Legal
Farm Unit 99, Irrigation Block 1, except that portion deeded for County roads
together with the Southeast quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 6,
Township 9 North, Range 29 East, W.M., Franklin County, Washington, except
that portion deeded for County roads.
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council October 28, 2014
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
Rick White,
Community & Economic Development Director
FROM: David McDonald, City Planner
SUBJECT: Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition: Habitat for Humanity, (MF# PP
2014.004)
I. REFERENCE(S):
1. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition — Overview Map
2. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition — Vicinity Map
3. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition — Proposed Resolution
4. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition — Preliminary Plat
5. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition — Report to the Planning Commission
6. Preliminary Replat of Whitehouse Addition — Planning Commission Minutes: Dated
9/18/14 & 10/16/2014
H. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
11/3: MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. , approving the
Preliminary Replat of a portion of the Whitehouse Addition.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
NONE
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A. On September 18, 2014 and October 16, 2014, the Planning Commission conducted
public hearings to develop a recommendation for the City Council on the
Preliminary Replat of a portion of the Whitehouse Addition. The proposed replat is
located in the 200-300 block of North Charles Avenue.
B. Following the conduct of a public hearing, the Planning Commission determined
that with conditions, the Preliminary Replat could be recommended for approval.
The recommended conditions are contained in the attached resolution.
C. No written .appeal of the Planning Commission's recommendation has been
received.
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A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY
REPLAT FOR A PORTION OF THE WHITEHOUSE ADDITION.
WHEREAS, RCW 58.17 enables the City to uniformly administer the process of subdividing
property for the overall welfare of the community; and,
WHEREAS, owners and developers of property situated in the northeast quarter of Section 9,
Township 9 North, Range 29 East, W.M., have requested approval of a preliminary plat; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed said preliminary plat which is named
Madison Park Planned Density Development; and,
WHEREAS, following a public hearing, the Planning Commission found the proposed plat
promoted the general welfare of the community and recommended said preliminary plat be approved
with conditions; NOW THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO:
That the preliminary Replat for a Portion of Block 2, and all of Block 3, Whitehouse Addition
located in the northeast quarter of Section 29, Township 9 North, Range 30 East W.M., is hereby
approved with the following conditions:
1) At the time lots are developed, all abutting roads and utilities shall be installed to City
standards as approved by the City Engineer. This includes, but is not limited to water, sewer
and irrigation lines, streets, street lights and storm water retention. The handicapped accessible
pedestrian ramps must be completed with the street and curb improvements prior to final plat
approval. All proposed utilities must be installed underground by the developer at the
developer's expense.
2) All undeveloped right-of-way as now existing must be vacated except California Avenue and
the west half of Charles Avenue.
3) The developer/builder shall mitigate impacts to the Public School System by the "school
impact fee" established by Ordinance at the time of issuance of building permits for homes.
4) The developer must comply with PMC 26.04.115(B) and PMC 3.07.160 dealing with water
rights acquisition.
5) No utility vaults, pedestals, or other obstructions will be allowed at street intersections.
6) All corner lots and other lots that present difficulties for the placement of yard fencing shall be
identified in the notes on the face of the final plat(s).
7) All storm water is to be disposed of per City and State codes and requirements.
8) The developer shall insure active and ongoing dust, weed and litter abatement activities occur
during the construction of the subdivision and construction of dwellings thereon.
9) The developer shall prepare a dust, weed and erosion control plan to be approved by the City
prior to approval of any construction drawings for the first phase of the subdivision.
10) The developer shall be responsible for the creation of record drawings. All record drawings
shall be created in accordance with the requirements detailed in the Record Drawing
Requirements and Procedure form provided by the Engineering Division. This form shall be
signed by the developer prior to construction plan approval.
11) All engineering designs for infrastructure and final plat(s) drawings shall utilize the published
City of Pasco Vertical Control Datum and shall be identified on each such submittal.
12) The final plat(s) shall contain a 10 -foot utility easement parallel to all streets unless otherwise
required by the Franklin County PUD.
13) The final plat(s) shall contain the following Franklin County Public Utility District statement:
"The individual or company making improvements on a lot or lots of this Plat is responsible for
providing and installing all trench, conduit, primary vaults, secondary junction boxes, and
backfill for the PUD's primary and secondary distribution system in accordance with PUD
specifications; said individual or company will make full advance payment of line extension
fees and will provide all necessary utility easements prior to PUD construction and/or
connection of any electrical service to or within the plat".
14) Street lighting must be installed to the City of Pasco/Franklin County PUD standards and as
directed by the City Engineer. Residential street lights are typically installed every 300 feet,
and collector/arterial type street lights are typically installed every 150 feet. Street light
positioning is alternating and is measured along the centerline of the road.
15) Prior to the City of Pasco accepting construction plans for review the developer must enter into
a Storm Water Maintenance Agreement with the City. The developer will be responsible for
obtaining the signatures of all parties required on the agreement and to have the agreement
recorded with the Franklin County Auditor. The original signed and recorded copy of the
agreement must be presented to the City of Pasco at the intake meeting for construction plans.
16) The developer will be required to conform to all conditions set forth in the Storm Water
Maintenance Agreement including, but not limited to, regular cleaning and maintenance of all
streets, gutters, catch basins and catch basin protection systems. Cleaning shall occur on a
regular basis to ensure that no excess buildup of sand, trash, grass clippings, weeds or other
debris occurs in any portion of the streets, gutters, or storm water collection facilities. Cleaning
and upkeep of the streets, gutters, and storm water collection facilities must be to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer. The developer will be responsible for operating and
maintaining the storm drain system in accordance with the Storm Water Maintenance
Agreement.
17) The developer will be required to comply with the City of Pasco Civil Plan Review process.
18) Unless street improvements are deferred the undeveloped portion of the California right-of-way
between the sidewalk and the fence must be treated with soil fabric/weed block and crushed
basalt approved by the City prior to installation.
Passed by the City Council of the City of Pasco this 3rd day of November, 2014.
Matt Watkins, Mayor
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Debra L. Clark, CMC, City Clerk Leland B. Kerr, City Attorney
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: October 16, 2014
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Dave McDonald, City Planner
SUBJECT: Renlat of Whitehouse Addition—Fence Question (MF# PP 2014-004)
The September 18th staff report for the proposed plat contained a recommendation
for a boundary fence around the northern and western boundary of the plat. The
plat backs up to Highland Park on the north and a future parking area for the park
on the west. The properties west of California Avenue were also factored into the
recommendation because these properties are zoned C-3 which permits a variety of
heavy commercial uses. The boundary fence was suggested as a buffer from the
more intense uses and activities that can and do occurred adjacent to the proposed
plat. This approach was taken with the development of the Linda Loviisa
Subdivision. The portion of the Linda Loviisa development that backed up to the
soccer complex was required to contain an 8 foot tall masonry block boundary
fence as a buffer from the activities on the soccer fields.
During the September 18th hearing on the proposed plat considerable discussion
centered on the need for a subdivision boundary fence and what type of material it
should be constructed with. The applicant was concerned about the cost of a
masonry fence and the Planning Commission was favoring a cedar fence.
In an effort to provide additional background on subdivision boundary fences
staff reviewed Resolution 3078 with the City Attorney. The Council approved
Resolution does not provide any latitude on options for construction of subdivision
boundary fences. If a boundary fence is to be required for preliminary plat approval
the fence must be constructed of architectural concrete block or poured concrete
panels. Accordingly staff has retained the requirement for the block fence in the
recommended approval conditions, not only for the west side of the plat but also for
the north side.
As was indicated in the hearing of September 18th the applicant was not opposed to
a boundary fence but was concerned about the additional cost to the project that
would result from construction of a block fence. Staff understands that concern
and has identified a possible solution to help cover the additional fencing cost. A
good deal of the subdivision costs for this plat are being funded through the Tri -
Cities HOME Consortium in the form of a HOME grant of up to $500,000. Habitat
for Humanity could apply for an amendment to the HOME grant for the additional
$45,000 to $50,000 cost of the block fence; this will minimize the impact on the
total subdivision cost and increase the livability of the proposed subdivision. In
addition, the HOME program has available funds for this request. Staff
recommends the condition be affirmed by the Commission.
REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
MASTER FILE NO: PP 2014-004 APPLICANT: Tri -County Partners
HEARING DATE: 9/18/2014 Habitat for Humanity
ACTION DATE: 10/ 16/2014 313 Wellsian Way
Richland, WA 99352
BACKGROUND
REQUEST: Preliminary Plat: Replat of Whitehouse Addition
I. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Legal: Block 3 and the east half of Block 2 Whitehouse Addition.
General Location: 200-300 block of N. Charles Ave.
Property Size: 4.48 Acres
Number of Lots Proposed: 24 lots
Square Footaee Ranee of Lots: 5,500 ft2 to 9,678 ft2
Average Lot Square Footaee 6,895 ft2
2. ACCESS: The property has access from N. Charles Avenue and Alvina
Street.
3. UTILITIES: Utilities exist in North Charles Avenue and Alvina Street.
4. LAND USE AND ZONING: The site is zoned R-3. Surrounding properties
are zoned and developed as follows:
NORTH:
R-1 - Highland Park
SOUTH:
R-1— Vacant
EAST:
R-1 — Single -Family
WEST
R-1 & C-3 — One Single -Family dwelling and Vacant land
5. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan indicates the site is
intended for mixed residential development. Policy H -1-E encourages the
advancement of home ownership and Goal H-2 suggests the City strive to
maintain a variety of housing options for residents of the community.
Goal LU -2 encourages the maintenance of established neighborhoods
and the creation of new neighborhoods that are safe and enjoyable places
to live.
6. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The City of Pasco is the lead
agency for this project. Based on the SEPA checklist, the adopted City
Comprehensive Plan, City development regulations, and other
information, a threshold determination resulting in a Determination of
Non -Significance (DNS) has been issued for this project under WAC 197-
11-158.
ANALYSIS
The property consists of two separate parcels totaling 3.58 acres (4.48
including undeveloped right-of-way). The two parcels are divided by the
unimproved right-of-way of East George Street. The northern most parcel
located between Highland Park on the north and East George Street on the
south contains 1.98 acres. The balance of the property is located south of East
George Street and westerly of Charles Avenue. This property was platted in lots
and block in 1911 and has remained mostly undeveloped since that time. The
property north of George Street contained one single-family house which was
demolished in 2003. For many years Lots 13-18 of Block 2 located south of
George Street were used as a vehicle storage yard that was filled with broken
down and partially dismantled cars, barrels and other items. Lots 19-24 of the
same block contained an automotive shop (the shop building still remains on
the property) at least one house and a large storage building. In the early
1990's the City required the property owner to remove the blighted conditions
on the property.
The original Whitehouse Addition was platted into 24 lots per block with each
lot being 30 feet by 115 feet for a total of 3,450 square feet. The proposed
replat, which includes most of the original lots and all of the undeveloped right-
of-way, will contain 24 new lots. The undeveloped streets and alleys (except
California Ave and the west half of Charles Ave.) will need to be vacated as a
part of the platting process. The applicant has submitted a vacation petition
and a hearing on the vacation will be scheduled for October 20, 2014.
The property adjoins a public park on the north and part of California Ave and
City property on the west. For aesthetics reasons boundary fencing along the
northern and western edges of the plat should be consistent throughout the
length of the boundary. Additionally property directly west of California
Avenue is zoned C-3 for heavy commercial land and the Parks Division has
discussed the need to build a parking lot on the City owned property between
the proposed plat and California Avenue. Because of these facts it may be
appropriate to have a durable fence constructed along the west boundary line
of the proposed plat.
LOT LAYOUT: The proposed plat contains 24 lots; with the lots varying in
size from 5,500 to 9,678 square feet. The average lot size is 6,895 square feet.
RIGHTS-OF-WAY: All lots have adequate frontage on streets which will be
dedicated. Existing undeveloped right-of-way platted in 1911 will need to be
vacated. The applicant has initiated the vacation process.
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UTILITIES: The developer will be responsible for extending utilities into the
plat. A utility easement will be needed along the first 10 feet of street frontage
of all lots. The final location and width of the easements will be determined
during the construction design phase of the platting process. The front yard
setbacks for construction purposes are larger than the requested easements;
therefore the front yard easements will not encroach upon the buildable
portions of the lots.
The City Engineer will determine the specific placement of fire hydrants and
streetlights when construction plans are submitted. As a general rule, fire
hydrants are located at street intersections and with a maximum interval of
500 feet between hydrants on alternating sides of the street. Streetlights are
located at street intersections, with a maximum interval of 300 feet on
residential streets, and with a maximum interval of 150 feet on arterial streets.
The intervals for street light placements are measure along the centerline of the
road. Street lights are placed on alternating sides of the street.
STREET NAMES: Streets within the plat will all be named prior to final
platting.
IRRIGATION: The proposed plat is located in a part of the City that does not
have access to the City's irrigation system.
WATER RIGHTS: The assignment of water rights or a payment of a fee in lieu
thereof is a requirement for final plat approval per Pasco Municipal Code
Section 3.07.160. In this case there are no water rights to deed to the City as a
result the current fee will be required before a final plat is approved.
FINDINGS OF FACT
State law (RCW 58.17. 110) and the Pasco Municipal Code require the Planning
Commission to develop Findings of Fact as to how this proposed subdivision
will protect and enhance the health, safety and general welfare of the
community. The following is a listing of proposed "Findings of Fact":
Prevent Overcrowding: With an average lot size of 6,895 square feet the
proposed development will address the overcrowding concern by providing
manageable lots and usable open spaces. R-3 zoning requires a 20 foot front
yard setback, five foot side yard setbacks and a rear yard equal to or greater
than the height of the house.
Parks Opens Space/Schools: Highland Park is located directly to the north of
the proposed plat. Kurtzman Park is located to the south adjacent to Virgie
Robinson Elementary School. Two elementary schools (Whittier & Robinson)
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are located within half a mile from the site. A third elementary school to be
located north of Highland Park is under construction. The owner/developer of
each lot will be required to pay the current park impact fee at prior to receiving
a building permit.
The City is required by RCW 58.17.110 to make a finding that adequate
provisions are being made to ameliorate the impacts of the proposed
subdivision on the School District. At the request of the School District the City
enacted a school impact fee in 2012. The imposition of this impact fee
addresses the requirement to ensure there are adequate provisions for schools.
Effective Land Use/Orderly Development: The plat is laid out for low-density
residential development consistent with the adjoining residential
neighborhoods. The proposed plat layout provides for an orderly continuation
of the existing residential subdivisions to the east.
Safe Travel & Walking Conditions: The Plat will connect to the community
through the existing network of streets. Sidewalks are installed at the time
homes are built on individual lots. The sidewalk will be constructed to current
City standards and to the standards of the American's with Disabilities Act
(ADA). The ADA handicap ramps at the corners of each intersection will be
installed with the construction of the road improvements.
Adequate Provision of Municipal Services: All lots within the plat will be
provided with water, sewer and other utilities.
Provision of Housing for State Residents: The proposed preliminary plat
contains 24 building lots, providing opportunities for the construction of 24
new homes for Pasco residents.
Adequate Air and Light: The maximum lot coverage limitation of 60 percent
and building setbacks will assure that adequate movement of air and light is
available to each lot.
Proper Access & Travel: The access streets will be paved and developed to
City standards to assure that proper access is maintained to each lot. (The
discussion under safe travel above applies to this section also.)
Comprehensive Plan Policies & Maps: The Comprehensive Plan designates
the plat site for mixed -residential development. Policies of the Comprehensive
Plan suggest the City strive to maintain a variety of housing for residents.
Other Findings:
• The site is within the Pasco Urban Growth Area Boundary.
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• The State Growth Management Act requires urban growth and urban
densities to occur within Urban Growth Boundaries.
• The Comprehensive Plan identifies the site for mixed residential
development.
• The site was zoned R-3 in 2012.
• The site was originally platted in 1911.
• The original plat contained 24, 30 by 115 foot lots per block.
• The proposed replat occupies the original lots and adjoining undeveloped
right-of-way and contains a total of 24 lots.
• The Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan encourages the
development of a variety of residential densities and housing types.
• Per the ITE Trip Generation Manual 8th Addition the proposed
subdivision, when fully developed, will generate approximately 240
vehicle trips per day.
• RCW 58.17.110 requires the City to make a finding that adequate
provisions have been made for schools before any preliminary plat is
approved.
• The City of Pasco has adopted a school impact fee ordinance compelling
new housing developments to provide the School District with mitigation
fees. The fee was effective April 16, 2012.
• Past correspondence from the Pasco School District indicates impact fees
address the requirement to ensure adequate provisions are made for
schools.
• There are no water rights associated with this plat therefor a payment in
lieu of dedication of water rights will be required to receive final plat
approval.
• A park impact fee will be required at the time of issuance of building
permits for each lot.
• Highland Park is located directly to the north of the proposed plat.
• California Avenue and a strip of City owned land are located directly to
the west of the proposed plat. The City owned land may be developed
with a parking lot in the near future to serve the needs of Highland Park.
• Resolution No. 3078 requires subdivision boundary fences to be
constructed of architectural concrete block or of poured concrete panels.
A concrete mow strip 12 inches in width is also required on the public
side of the fence.
• Properties west of California Avenue are zoned C-3 which permits heavy
commercial uses such as heavy machinery sales and service, trucking
yards, lumber yards, contractor laydown yards and similar uses.
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CONCLUSIONS BASED ON THE FINDINGS OF FACT
Before recommending approval or denial of the proposed Plat the Planning
Commission must develop Findings of Fact from which to draw its conclusion
(P.M.C. 26.24.070) therefrom as to whether or not:
(1) Adequate provisions are made for the public health, safety and
general welfare and for open spaces, drainage ways, streets, alleys,
other public ways, water supplies, sanitary wastes, parks,
playgrounds, transit stops, schools and school grounds, sidewalks for
safe walking conditions for students and other public needs;
The proposed plat will be required to develop under the standards of the Pasco
Municipal Code and the standard specifications of the City Engineering
Division. These standards for streets, sidewalks, and other infrastructure
improvements were designed to ensure the public health, safety and general
welfare of the community are secured. These standards include provisions for
streets, drainage, water and sewer service and the provision for dedication of
right-of-way. The preliminary plat was forwarded to the Franklin County PUD,
the Pasco School District, Cascade Gas, Charter Cable and Ben -Franklin
Transit Authority for review and comment. The PUD requested easements along
the front of all lots for utility service.
Based on the School Districts Capital Facilities Plan the City collects school
mitigation fees for each new dwelling unit. The fee is paid at the time of
building permit issuance. The school impact fee addresses the requirements of
RCW 58.17.110.
The general welfare of the community and future residents of the proposed
subdivision would be served by ensuring a durable and common boundary
fence be installed along the northern and western boundary of the plat. This
would preclude the opportunity for the construction of haphazard and
unsightly fencing in areas constantly visible to the public.
(2) The proposed subdivision contributes to the orderly development and
land use patterns in the area;
The proposed plat makes efficient use of vacant land and will provide for
additional housing. The proposed plat will also cause the west half of Charles
Avenue to be fully developed and will complement the single-family
development to the east.
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(3) The proposed subdivision conforms to the policies, maps and
narrative text of the Comprehensive Plan;
The Comprehensive Plan land use map designates the site for mixed residential
development. Single-family homes are identified in the Comprehensive Plan as
a permitted land use and also a permitted uses under the R-3 zoning. Plan
Goal H-2 suggests the City strive to maintain a variety of housing options for
residents of the community while Plan Policy H-1-13 supports the protection
and enhancement of the established character of viable residential
neighborhoods.
(4) The proposed subdivision conforms to the general purposes of any
applicable policies or plans which have been adopted by the City
Council;
Development plans and policies have been adopted by the City Council in the
form of the Comprehensive Plan. The proposed subdivision conforms to the
policies, maps and narrative text of the Plan as noted in number three above.
(5) The proposed subdivision conforms to the general purposes of the
subdivision regulations.
The general purposes of the subdivision regulations have been enumerated and
discussed in the staff analysis and Findings of Fact. The Findings of Fact
indicate the subdivision is in conformance with the general purposes of the
subdivision regulations provided certain mitigation measures (i.e. school, park
and traffic fees) are included in approval conditions.
(6) The public use and interest will be served by approval of the proposed
subdivision.
If approved the proposed plat will be developed in accordance with all City
standards designed to insure the health, safety and general welfare of the
community are met. The Comprehensive Plan will be implemented through
development of this Plat. These factors will insure the public use and interest
are served.
PLAT APPROVAL CONDITIONS
1. At the time lots are developed, all abutting roads and utilities shall be
installed to City standards as approved by the City Engineer. This
includes, but is not limited to water, sewer and irrigation lines, streets,
street lights and storm water retention. The handicapped accessible
pedestrian ramps must be completed with the street and curb
improvements prior to final plat approval. All proposed utilities must be
installed underground by the developer at the developer's expense.
2. All undeveloped right-of-way as now existing must be vacated except
California Avenue and the west half of Charles Avenue.
3. The developer/ builder shall mitigate impacts to the Public School System
by the "school impact fee" established by Ordinance at the time of
issuance of building permits for homes.
4. The developer must comply with PMC 26.04.115(B) and PMC 3.07.160
dealing with water rights acquisition.
5. No utility vaults, pedestals, or other obstructions will be allowed at street
intersections.
6. All corner lots and other lots that present difficulties for the placement of
yard fencing shall be identified in the notes on the face of the final plat(s).
7. All storm water is to be disposed of per City and State codes and
requirements.
8. The developer shall insure active and ongoing dust, weed and litter
abatement activities occur during the construction of the subdivision and
construction of dwellings thereon.
9. The developer shall prepare a dust, weed and erosion control plan to be
approved by the City prior to approval of any construction drawings for the
first phase of the subdivision.
10. The developer shall be responsible for the creation of record drawings. All
record drawings shall be created in accordance with the requirements
detailed in the Record Drawing Requirements and Procedure form provided
by the Engineering Division. This form shall be signed by the developer
prior to construction plan approval.
11. All engineering designs for infrastructure and final plat(s) drawings shall
utilize the published City of Pasco Vertical Control Datum and shall be
identified on each such submittal.
12. The final plat(s) shall contain a 10 -foot utility easement parallel to all
streets unless otherwise required by the Franklin County PUD.
13. The final plat(s) shall contain the following Franklin County Public Utility
District statement: "The individual or company making improvements on a
lot or lots of this Plat is responsible for providing and installing all trench,
conduit, primary vaults, secondary junction boxes, and backfill for the
PUD's primary and secondary distribution system in accordance with PUD
specifications; said individual or company will make full advance payment
of line extension fees and will provide all necessary utility easements prior
to PUD construction and/or connection of any electrical service to or
within the plat".
14. Street lighting must be installed to the City of Pasco/Franklin County PUD
standards and as directed by the City Engineer. Residential street lights
are typically installed every 300 feet, and collector/ arterial type street
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lights are typically installed every 150 feet. Street light positioning is
alternating and is measured along the centerline of the road.
15. Prior to the City of Pasco accepting construction plans for review the
developer must enter into a Storm Water Maintenance Agreement with the
City. The developer will be responsible for obtaining the signatures of all
parties required on the agreement and to have the agreement recorded
with the Franklin County Auditor. The original signed and recorded copy
of the agreement must be presented to the City of Pasco at the intake
meeting for construction plans.
16. The developer will be required to conform to all conditions set forth in the
Storm Water Maintenance Agreement including, but not limited to, regular
cleaning and maintenance of all streets, gutters, catch basins and catch
basin protection systems. Cleaning shall occur on a regular basis to
ensure that no excess buildup of sand, trash, grass clippings, weeds or
other debris occurs in any portion of the streets, gutters, or storm water
collection facilities. Cleaning and upkeep of the streets, gutters, and storm
water collection facilities must be to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
The developer will be responsible for operating and maintaining the storm
drain system in accordance with the Storm Water Maintenance Agreement.
17. The developer will be required to comply with the City of Pasco Civil Plan
Review process.
18. Property owners of said Lots adjoining the common estate fence shall be
responsible for payment of all costs associated with maintenance and
upkeep. These fencing requirements shall be noted clearly on the face of
the final plat(s).
19. The developer shall install a common boundary wall/fence 6 feet in height
along the north line of lots 21, 22 and 24 and along the west line of Lots
21, 20, 19, 18, 11, 10 and 9. Said fence must be an Estate type masonry
wall/fence with a 12 inch mow strip on the public side of the fence.
Property owners of said Lots adjoining the common estate fence shall be
responsible for payment of all costs associated with maintenance and
upkeep. These fencing requirements shall be noted clearly on the face of
the final plat(s).
20. Unless street improvements are deferred the undeveloped portion of the
California right-of-way between the sidewalk and the fence must be treated
with soil fabric/weed block and crushed basalt approved by the City prior
to installation.
21. A detail of the common wall/fence required in # 19 shall be included on
the construction drawing for the subdivision.
RECOMMENDATION
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MOTION: I move to adopt Findings of Fact and Conclusions therefrom as
contained in the October 16, 2014 staff report.
MOTION: I move based on the Findings of Fact and Conclusions, as adopted,
the Planning Commission recommend the City Council approve the
Preliminary Plat for the Replat of the Whitehouse Addition with
conditions as listed in the October 16, 2014 staff report.
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9/18/14
C. Preliminary Plat Renlat a Portion of the Whitehouse Addition
(Tri -County Partners) IMF# PP 2014-0041
Chairwoman Kempf read the master file number and asked for comments from staff.
David McDonald, City Planner, discussed the replat for a portion of the Whitehouse
Addition. The applicant plans to build 24 single-family lots in the proposed
subdivision. The property is a block and a half and has undeveloped and unused
rights-of-way. All of the rights-of-way will have to be vacated to accommodate the
proposal. The applicant has already submitted a petition to City Council to vacate the
rights-of-way. The proposed lots will range in size from 5,500 square feet -9,675
square feet. Mr. McDonald discussed the approval conditions. This plat borders a
public park on the north side of the project. Staff is recommending that on that north
boundary line a common fence be built to avoid an eyesore from various fence
materials. Due to the anticipated activity on the west side of the property staff is
recommending a common masonry block wall. Mr. McDonald briefly discussed some
corrections that were handed out to the Planning Commissioner's prior to the meeting.
Commissioner Bachart asked for clarification about the current structure on the site.
Mr. McDonald responded that the structure is an old auto repair shop and will be
removed as a part of this project.
Commissioner Khan asked if this is the land that was brought before the Planning
Commission by Catholic Family Services.
Mr. McDonald answered that Catholic Family Services tried to build an apartment
complex on the property.
Rick Jansons, 303 Wellsian Way, spoke on behalf of Tri -County Partners of Habitat for
Humanity, on this special permit application. He had comments to make on the
tentative plat approval conditions.
First, plat approval condition # i states that all abutting roads are to be installed to
city -standards, specifically California Avenue. Mr. Jansons requested to change this
approval condition to exclude California Avenue because it is not improved at all in
this area. If this request is not possible, he would like the approval condition on this
item to expire on October 3, 2018 or before since they are using specific funds set
aside under grant conditions that require all 24 of these homes to be built prior to
October 3, 2018.
Plat approval condition #4 states that the applicant must comply with PMC
26.04.115(b) which is an assignment of water rights. Mr. Jansons stated the PMC
states that the fee may be waived with the implementation of a soil additive program
approved by the Director of Public Works that would provide for 30% or more of the
applied irrigation water. Habitat has found two commercially available additives that
would exceed the 30% requirement, as stated in the code, and they wish to retain the
ability to perform a cost benefit analysis, to determine which method, payment or
additive, would be most affordable for the families. Plat approval condition #18
requires the developer to install a common fence, 6 feet in height, along the north
boundary line. Plat approval condition # 19 requires the developer to install a common
estate type masonry wall or fence, 6 feet in height along the west line of the site and
that the property owners adjoining said fence shall be responsible for payment of all
costs associated with maintenance and upkeep. Mr. Jansons requested for those plat
approval conditions to be removed, especially the masonry wall, because Habitat for
Humanity builds affordable homes, not for profit. He added that most families build
their own 6' tall wooden fences.
Commissioner Portugal asked the applicant for clarification regarding the fencing
Mr. Jansons reiterated that he didn't believe the City code or resolution requires a
fence, however, their homeowners typically build 6' cedar fences on their own.
Commissioner Bachart asked if staff could explain condition #1 regarding California
Avenue.
Mr. McDonald responded that he spoke with the Engineering Plan Reviewer and City
Engineer and the last sentence can be removed, not locking the Engineering
Department in to requiring those improvements. What the Engineering Department
would rather do is sign a waiver or deferral.
Commissioner Bachart asked if there could be a stipulation added that for the
condition to expire.
Mr. McDonald answered that language could be added to the agreement to provide
guidance for people down the road. Typically deferrals state that within 10 years the
road will have to be built so staff will have to look at the language to work around it.
Mr. McDonald responded to condition #4, and that regulations do allow a developer to
provide a soil additive to help retain water. If the applicant is able to do so that would
satisfy the water rights requirements.
Commissioner Bachhart asked for clarification on the water rights.
Mr. McDonald answered that it means when a property owner subdivides land within
the city and there are water rights available on that land, those water rights need to be
dedicated to the City to offset the water needs for the new homes. If there are no water
rights the developer is required to provide a fee so the City can backend those water
rights by purchasing them. If a soil additive is added to the ground then a developer
may not have to pay the fees.
Mr. McDonald discussed conditions #18 and #19 regarding fencing. The property
backs up to a city park and the concern is unsightly fencing along the park. As for
the block wall, there was concern over a parking lot where there will be more traffic
and Commercial zoning across the street could be noisy and impact the neighborhood.
A block wall would provide a better buffer.
Commissioner Polk asked when California Avenue is supposed to be finished
Mr. McDonald responded that it is undetermined. Streets are typically built when the
adjoining property owners develop the property.
Commissioner Polk asked if they Planning Commission would review when properties
are being developed.
Mr. McDonald answered that the Planning Commission would only review if there was
a special permit. All other permits are reviewed by City staff.
Chairwoman Kempf asked if the masonry wall could be built using Community
Development Block Grant funds since the development is for low -moderate income
homeowners.
Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director, responded that he wasn't
for sure if those funds could be used for the block wall. He added that staff is asking
for the public hearing to be continued so staff can bring that information back to the
Planning Commission next month.
Mr. McDonald reminded the Planning Commission that the conditions are proposed by
staff but they need to make the recommendation to City Council and can decide to
modify or leave the approval conditions.
Commissioner Khan asked if they Commission could suggest a fence that is more
affordable than masonry.
Mr. McDonald responded that it is their prerogative.
Commissioner Bachart asked about land use and proximity of commercial activity to
the residential.
Mr. McDonald stated that the commercial property adjacent to the proposed site is
zoned C-3 so they are allowed to build and operate what is permitted in C-3. They
would have to adhere to code in terms of site development, including parking lots and
landscaping but they would not be required to do any additional site screening or
landscaping since there is a street between them. This is why staff proposed a
durable block wall for the people living in the subdivision.
Commissioner Bachart asked if there are specific rules on the mow strip.
Mr. McDonald answered that it needs to be 12" wide of concrete and 4" thick.
Chairwoman Kempf asked the applicant about condition #20 regarding the mow strip.
Mr. Jansons stated that he mentioned #20 but should have mentioned #21 as well
and is not wanting to do a mow strip since it would not be necessary if there isn't a
fence requirement. However, as a compromise, homeowners generally build their own
fences with some help with Habitat. Having a fence that they could build would be
beneficial and they could work with a "uniform" fence. As for noise, Mr. Jasons felt
that the area is quiet and peaceful, which could change if the C-3 property is
developed but it is a quiet area.
Chairwoman Kempf asked if given the opportunity if they would be willing to apply for
Community Development Block Grant funds to build the block wall in the future.
Mr. Jasons responded that they would be willing to do so with grant money because
they don't have the funds to build it without it.
Commissioner Bachart stated that requiring a Cedar fence would be fine. As for noise
when or if the C-3 property is developed, that could be mitigated with landscaping to
block noise.
Commissioner Greenaway agreed with Commissioner Bachart and with the C-3
property across the street, most of the work would be completed during daytime
hours. She added that a requirement could be added to require a mow strip and
could give 5-6 months to put up a cedar fence within moving in.
Chairwoman Khan asked staff if that provided enough direction.
Mr. McDonald summed up that the consensus is for a quality cedar fence, same color
of stain or straight cedar with a small mow strip on the outside.
Len Harms, 1705 Road 64, stated that he's been working with Habitat for Humanity
on this project. He briefly discussed the waiver in reeards to California Street.
With no further comments the public hearing closed.
Commissioner Polk moved, seconded by Commissioner Greenaway, to continue the
hearing on the proposed preliminary plat to the October 16, 2014 Planning
Commission Meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
10/16/14
A. Preliminary Plat Reolat a Portion of the Whitehouse Addition
(Tri -County Partners) IMF# PP 2014-004)
Chairman Cruz read the master file number and asked for comments from staff.
Dave McDonald, City Planner, discussed the preliminary replat for the Whitehouse
Addition. This item was held over as a public hearing from the previous meeting. Mr.
McDonald explained that much of the discussion last month centered on the need for
a boundary fence around the proposed subdivision. The property abuts a public park
which has considerable activity during certain times of the year. The property is also
directly across the street from a C-3 Zoning District that can develop with heavy
commercial uses. A block wall would provide a buffer for the families that would
ultimately live in the subdivision. The block wall requirement isn't any different than
requirements in other subdivisions, for example, the Linda Loviisa Subdivision backs
up to the soccer complex and was required to have a 8' block wall for the entire length
of the subdivision. There is no code provision that requires fencing at the proposed
site but because of where it is, staff feels it should be included. However, if a boundary
fence is included as a plat approval condition the fence must be constructed of
masonry block or poured concrete. Possible funding for the fence through the HOME
was also discussed.
Mr. McDonald also discussed water rights issues, storm water management and the
need to improve California Avenue. That option is in the code and carries a caveat that
it has to be approved by the Public Works Director. The Engineering Department
suggested a deferral agreement or a cash deposit of $20,00 to $25,000 would be way
way of addressing the short segment of California Avenue.
Commissioner Bachart asked if Resolution 3078, regarding fencing, was new or came
to be within the last few years since he's noticed several subdivisions with inconsistent
fencing.
Mr. McDonald replied yes, that it was in response to some of the problems experienced
with the wooden and Sherwood fences. From the date of that resolution forward the
fencing along arterial streets have all been block walls.
Commissioner Greenaway asked how the developer feels about the block wall now.
Mr. McDonald answered that the applicant is present. He believed that the applicant
would agree that the block wall would make for a nicer development and provide some
protection for the residents but, they are concerned about the costs.
Commissioner Portugal asked if the height of the wall is 6' or 8'.
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Mr. McDonald answered 6' is the requirement for the block wall.
Chairman Cruz stated that a few years ago the Planning Commission went through a
long process looking into the maintenance of fencing. The architectural block wall
was decided to be the best option because other fencing was becoming a maintenance
problem and eye sore.
Rick Jansons, 313 Wellsian Way, Richland, WA spoke on behalf of Habitat for
Humanity. He wanted approval condition 1 to have the following sentences added,
"The installation of abutting roads and utilities for or along California Avenue are
expressly and specifically excluded from the plat avenue conditions. Further, neither
the homeowner's nor Tri -County Partners Habitat for Humanity will be required to
fund any portion of installation of abutting roads or utilities for or along California
Avenue during the 20 years following completion of the last of the 24 homes in the
subdivision." Mr. Jansons briefly gave reasons for adding those sentences to the
approval conditions; (1) California Avenue is not developed at all in this area, (2) There
has been discussion in abandoning California Avenue in this area which would mean
no road is necessary, (3) This development is for Habitat for Humanity for low-income
families and would be an added expense and (4) There would be no benefit to the
families in the subdivision to leave a condition on their property to build a road
sometime in the future. He stated that Habitat for Humanity is asking for a deferment
for up to 20 years.
Regarding the fencing, Mr. Jansons agreed that the block wall would be aesthetically
pleasing but felt that along the park, the fencing wouldn't be much help since there is
an incline in elevation at the park. The block wall, however, would be roughly a
$50,000 added expense. He stated that he acquired about the HOME funds but
received a written response stating that no funds were available. There may be funds
next year but it is a competitive process. If they were awarded the money, they would
put the block wall up. Per code, the block wall is not required. Mr. Jansons
requested the condition 18, 19 and 21 be removed. As an alternative, he stated the
following sentence could be added to condition 19, "Only if HOME funds are available
and awarded in an amount sufficient to fully cover the costs ...and if said HOME
funds are not awarded, no fencing is required for the project."
Mr. Jansons also discussed the soil additives in plat approval condition 4, stating that
they must comply with PMC 26.04.115(b). As stated in previous testimony, Habitat for
Humanity has found two commercially available additives that would exceed the 30%
requirement and they wish to retain the capability to perform a cost benefit analysis to
determine which method, payment or soil additive, would be most economical. He
would like the following sentence added to approval condition 4 stating, "Tri -County
Partners Habitat for Humanity may use soil treatment in lieu of fees per PMC
26.04.115(b)." In regards to the storm water maintenance fee and would like to have,
"The developer would be responsible for operating and maintaining the storm drain
system for one year in accordance with the storm water maintenance agreement,"
added to the approval condition.
Commissioner Portugal asked the applicant if there isn't a block wall fence, what
would be idea for a fence.
Mr. Jansons responded that in reading of the resolution, that if a fence is required it
has to be a concrete masonry fence. However, if a fence is not required, almost all of
their families build cedar fences of their own. Churches come out and assist in
building the fences and the families pay for the cost of materials.
Christine Batayola, 2931 W. 43rd Court, Kennewick, with Harms Engineering, spoke
on behalf of this application. Ms. Batayola stated that she has been working with the
applicant and has been out to the site. She added that there are no other block walls
in this area. All other fencing in the area are 4' tall, chain link fencing and no other
fencing around the park and it would seem out of character with that particular
neighborhood. Lastly, she agreed with the other comments made by Mr. Jansons.
Mr. McDonald then responded to the applicant's comments. Starting with California
Avenue, the City doesn't have money to build local streets. The streets are built by the
abutting property owners, in this case, the developer. If the applicant doesn't build
the street it doesn't get built. In the future the community will have to pay for it. The
options are doing the waiver or providing a cash bond $20,000-$25,000 that would go
toward the street. There has been talk of vacating the street but that hasn't gone very
far. There is an argument that it should be maintained to provide circulation around
the park and another exit for all of the park traffic. For the fence, there are no other
subdivisions in the neighborhood that abut a park. The park is elevated slightly and
the people who will live in this subdivision shouldn't be treated any different than
those who live in Linda Loviisa; they were benefited by a block wall next to the park.
To address the soil additive, Staff recommends keeping the condition in the Staff
Report. Lastly, the storm water agreement, City Engineers are recommending it be
handled like any other subdivision with the standard agreement signed rather than
deferring it out to the Department of Ecology or adding any additional conditions or
sentences. All of the conditions being asked are typically placed on all developers and
is part of the development process.
Chairman Cruz asked if there was a block wall requirement for a previous charitable
development, like Bishop Topel Haven.
Mr. McDonald replied no, it was a multi -family development that already had a fence
separating the development from the school but they were required to build two
streets, with curb, gutter, storm drain and street lights.
Chairman Cruz mentioned that in previous discussions about block walls there was
talk of the size of subdivisions and asked what the definition or size is required to be a
subdivision.
Mr. McDonald answered that any development that has more than 9 lots would be the
defined as a subdivision.
Chairman Cruz stated that he is not inclined to waive any recommendations that Staff
is proposing since other non-profit developers and for-profit developers have all been
treated the same.
Commissioner Portugal asked for clarification as to whether there were other concrete
fences in the area.
Ms. Batayola stated that there were none.
Mr. McDonald added that the only concrete wall in East Pasco is near Sunrise Estates,
on the corner of "A" Street and Heritage Boulevard.
Commissioner Portugal noted that it may not appear fair to require this development
to have a concrete wall when there aren't other concrete walls in the area.
Commissioner Bachart asked if there was a lot and the City wished to develop a road
behind it, even though they would have no access or need for it, they would have to
develop it.
Mr. McDonald said if that was the case it would most likely be a road that the City
would build. Those roads are typically done by an LID or by the developer the City
builds very few roads.
Commissioner Bachart asked how it would pertain to California Avenue.
Mr. McDonald responded that the street is already there and is a dedicated, platted
street of record. The only way that it will be developed is by the property owner or
LID.
Commissioner Bachart asked if somebody wants to develop the commercial property
and they want the road, would the residents have to put in the road.
Mr. McDonald stated the person who develops the commercial property would be
required to put in their side of the road to the centerline, plus two to four feet and
curb, gutter and sidewalks.
Commissioner Bachart was concerned for the two lots that abut California Avenue and
the potential costs to finish the road.
Mr. McDonald stated that if the developer does it the cost is folded into all 24 -lots as
opposed to just the two properties, which is what almost all developers do.
Chairman Cruz added that historically, the developers are treated the same way in
terms of infrastructure.
Commissioner Bachart asked what the municipal code states exactly regarding
fencing.
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Mr. McDonald replied that the municipal code states that a fence is only required if it's
on an arterial street and if a fence is required it must be poured concrete or
architectural block. In this case, California Avenue is not an arterial street and
neither is the park, so there is no code requirement for it, but during the hearing
process the Commission is allowed to look at additional conditions to ensure
neighborhood is protected.
Chairman Cruz added that the City is strongly recommending that there should be a
block wall fence but is not necessarily a requirement.
Commissioner Greenaway asked if there was a way to have the applicant put the
money in a bond or holding pattern for California Avenue and if the road is required to
go through the money is there but if it doesn't go through it could be refunded.
Mr. McDonald answered that there might be a way but is unsure as to how. There is
an account for deposits for subdivision bonds and after a number of years that money
can be reimbursed.
Commissioner Polk asked if there is potential to develop a parking lot in the area in
between the park and California Avenue.
Mr. McDonald responded yes, the Parks Department is looking at that location for
extra parking.
Commissioner Polk asked if the Parks Department would then have to finish the road,
curb and sidewalk or any other conditions.
Mr. McDonald responded that if it is developed then the Parks Department would have
to put in their part of the curb, gutter, sidewalks, landscaping and any other
requirements at the time of development.
Chairman Cruz asked the applicant if he had any additional questions or comments.
Mr. Jansons reiterated that the fence is not required by code. While the fence would
be nice for the neighborhood, however, the costs would be passed on to the low-
income families that will be living on the lots. He would like the sentence added to the
conditions that if HOME funds are awarded, then a fence would be installed. Mr.
Jansons also stated that they will be working with the Engineering Department for a
deferment for California Avenue.
With no further comments the public hearing closed.
Chairman Cruz asked the Planning Commission if they were in favor of the fence
requirement.
Commissioner Greenway, Commissioner Polk, Commissioner Bachart and
Commissioner Portugal were not in favor of the fence requirement.
Commissioner Kempf was in agreement for the fence requirement.
Chairman Cruz stated that they Planning Commission would like to remove the fence
requirement but leave all other conditions as recommended by City staff.
Mr. McDonald clarified that he understood conditions 18, 19 and 21 will be removed
from the recommendation to City Council.
Commissioner Portugal moved, seconded by Commissioner Bachart, to adopt findings
of fact and conclusions therefrom contained in the October 16, 2014 staff report. The
motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Portugal moved, seconded by Commissioner Bachart, based on the
findings of fact and conclusions, as adopted, the Planning Commission recommend
the City Council approve the Preliminary Plat for the Replat of the Whitehouse
Addition with conditions as listed in the October 16, 2014 staff report as amended by
the Planning Commission.. The motion passed unanimously.
AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager
Rick White,
Community & Economic Development Director
FROM: Shane O'Neill, Planner I
SUBJECT:
(MF# SP 2014-009)
I. REFERENCE(S):
October 29, 2014
Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
1. JMC Motorsports Special Permit - Vicinity Map
2. JMC Motorsports Special Permit - Proposed Resolution
3. JMC Motorsports Special Permit - Report to Planning Commission
4. JMC Motorsports Special Permit - Planning Commission Minutes Dated: 9/18/14 and
10/16/14
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
11/3: MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. , approving the
special permit for the location of a vehicular sales business at
1225 South 10t' Avenue as recommended by the Planning
Commission.
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
NONE
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A. On September 18, 2014, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to
determine whether or not to recommend a special permit be granted for the
location of an automobile and off-road vehicle sales business in a C-1 (Retail
Business) zone at 1225 South 10th Avenue.
B. Following the conduct of the public hearing, the Planning Commission reasoned
that with conditions, it would be appropriate to recommend approval of a special
permit for the automobile and off-road vehicle sales business.
C. The recommended conditions are contained in the attached Resolution.
D. No written appeal of the Planning Commission's recommendation has been
received.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S
RECOMMENDATION AND APPROVING A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR THE LOCATION OF
AN AUTOMOBILE AND OFF-ROAD VEHICLE SALES BUSINESS AT 1225 SOUTH lora
AVENUE.
WHEREAS, JMC Motorsports LLC, submitted an application for the location of an
automobile and off-road vehicle sales business at 1225 South 10d' Avenue (Tax Parcel 112-311-
104); and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on September 18, 2014 to
review the proposed automobile sales business; and,
WHEREAS, following deliberations on October 16, 2014 the Planning Commission
recommended approval of a Special Permit for the proposed automobile and off-road vehicle
sales business with certain conditions; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO:
1. That a Special Permit is hereby granted to JMC Motorsports LLC for the location of an
automobile and off-road vehicle sales business in a C-1 (Retail Business) District under
Master File # SP2014-009 with the following conditions:
a) The special permit shall apply to Franklin County tax parcel #112-311-104: the
south 97 feet of Lots 11 and 12 Riverside Addition, addressed 1225 South 101s
Avenue;
b) All right-of-way landscaping adjacent to the site together with all required
landscaping interior to the property shall at all be maintained to be in healthy
condition meeting the requirements of PMC 25.75;
C) Vehicles shall not be displayed in the right-of-way nor within any required
landscaping area;
d) The special permit shall be null and void if a City of Pasco business license for
the proposed automobile and off-road vehicle sales business has not been
obtained by December 1, 2015.
Passed by the City Council of the City of Pasco this 3rd day of November, 2014.
Matt Watkins, Mayor
ATTEST:
Debra L. Clark, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Leland B. Kerr, City Attorney
REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
MASTER FILE NO: SP 2014-009 APPLICANT: JMC Motorsports LLC
HEARING DATE: 9/18/2014 1225 S 10th Ave
ACTION DATE: 10/16/2014 Pasco, WA 99301
BACKGROUND
REQUEST: SPECIAL PERMIT: Location of an auto sales business in a C-1
(Retail Business) Zone
1. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Legal: Parcel #112-311-104: The south 97 feet of Lots 11 and 12 Riverside
Addition
General Location: The northeast corner of Washington Street and 10th
Avenue
Property Size: The parcel is 14,445 sq. ft. or approximately 0.33 acres.
2. ACCESS: The site is accessed from both 10th Avenue and Washington Street
3. UTILITIES: All municipal utilities currently serve the site.
4. LAND USE AND ZONING: The site is currently zoned C-1 (Retail Business).
The west portion of the site contains a paved parking lot. Surrounding
properties are zoned and developed as follows:
NORTH:
C-1
- Commercial retail
SOUTH:
I-1
- Vacant
EAST:
I-1
- Industrial
WEST:
C-1
- Commercial
5. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan designates the site for
commercial uses. Goal LU -4 encourages the development of high quality
regional and community shopping facilities within the City. LU -4-B promotes
the idea of clusters or centers for shopping and services that are functionally
and economically similar operationally. LU -4-C encourages the application
of standards and guidelines that will result in attractive and efficient
commercial centers.
6. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The City of Pasco is the lead agency
for this project. Based on the SEPA checklist, the adopted City
Comprehensive Plan, City development regulations, and other information, a
threshold determination resulting in a Determination of Non -Significance
(DNS) has been issued for this project under WAC 197-11-158.
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ANALYSIS
The applicant is requesting special permit approval to locate an auto sales lot in a
C-1 zone in order to provide an outdoor area to display primarily off-road
recreational vehicles. The site is located at the intersection of Washington Street
and 10th Avenue which is directly at the north end of the Cable Bridge.
In the early 1980's the zoning regulations were amended to add automobile sales
as a Permitted Conditional Use in the C-1 zone. In an effort to assist with the
reuse of old gas stations the zoning code was amended to conditionally permit auto
sales on C-1 properties by Special Permit. The term "Conditional Use" means auto
sales may be approved under certain circumstance and conditions in one location
and not in another location. The Special Permit review process is used to
determine whether or not a conditional use would be appropriate in a given
location. Pasco Municipal Code regulations for the C-1 (Retail Business) zone
include the following special permit review criteria for locating automotive sales
and service businesses:
25.42.040 PERMITTED CONDITIONAL USES. The following uses are
permitted subject to the approval of a special permit:
is: (2) Retail automobile sales. including rental or lease, provided the property
(a) Adjacent the intersection of two arterial streets, or
across a Public street right-of-way from a residential district and would not
be located closer than 300 feet to anu existing car lot:
Meeting either of the locational criteria above allows a business owner to apply for
a Special Permit. In this case, the site proposed for auto sales meets the criteria
listed above in that it fronts 10th Avenue which is classified as a principal arterial
roadway, it is not adjacent to or across from any residential district, and is just
over 300 linear feet from the nearest auto sales lot located at the intersection of
10th Avenue and Ainsworth Avenue. In this location 10th Avenue is also classified
as a State Highway (Hwy 397). The Comprehensive Plan encourages the grouping
of similar types of businesses while the Zoning Code requires separation between
automobile sale businesses in the C-1 zone.
The subject site is a corner lot with roadway frontages on Washington Street along
the south side and 10th Avenue bordering the westerly property line. Driveways
lead into the site from both 10th Ave. and Washington Street. The parking area to
be used for vehicle sales/display occupies the west half of the parcel which is
closest to 10th Avenue.
The warehouse on-site is approximately 4,800 square feet; 3,000 square feet of
which is dedicated to retail business functions. The remaining 1,800 square feet is
designed as an indoor vehicle repair facility. Although not the subject of this
special permit, it may be noteworthy to mention that the adjacent warehouse
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facility to the east (1224 S 9th Ave.) is owned and operated by JMC solely as a
repair facility serving the JMC Motorsports business.
In 1992, Howard Rowell, who was the property owner at the time, was granted a
special permit for vehicle sales at the subject location. At that time Pasco's Zoning
Code contained the identical criteria for retail automobile sales in the C-1 zone as
in today's Code.
Having a commercial land use designation in the Comprehensive Plan indicates
the site's location may be suitable for more intense commercial businesses allowed
under the C-3 (General Business) zoning. Currently however, while under the C-1
zoning regulations these more intense uses are not permitted. In order to allow
heavy commercial uses, indicated as appropriate by the Comprehensive Plan, the
property would need to undergo reassignment of zoning classification and based
on the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map said zone change may be feasible. The
preceding points are to provide perspective on Council's view of the vicinity as
suitable for more intensive business types.
101h Avenue serves as one of Pasco's entry gateways. Cities often give enhanced
consideration to development characteristics in the immediate gateway areas. For
many years Pasco's southern river shore has been home to heavy commercial and
heavy industrial businesses, this is reflected in Pasco's Zoning Map and
Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map as we see the River east of Highway 395 lined
with industrial zoning and the industrial land use designation. The site's vicinity is
one of a somewhat abrupt zoning transition from I-1 (Light Industrial) to C-1
(Retail Business). In fact, many of the surrounding business are heavy commercial
in nature; they include: pesticide and fertilizer specialists, sign fabrication,
industrial plumbing supply yard, automotive repair, a farm service/supply
business and a motel.
In the opinion of staff, a small ATV, OHV and motorcycle sales lot in this
community gateway would not be ill fitted. Motorcycles and other ATV's are
relatively high dollar retail sales items. The appearance of luxury item retail sales
activity may have a complimentary effect on the perception of the neighborhood's
economic health and stamina.
STAFF FINDINGS OF FACT
Findings of fact must be entered from the record. The following are initial findings
drawn from the background and analysis section of the staff report. The Planning
Commission may add additional findings to this listing as the result of factual
testimony and evidence submitted during the open record hearing.
1. The Planning Department has received a Special Permit application to allow
the conduct of an automotive sales lot at 1225 S. 10th Avenue.
2. The site is approximately 0.33 acres in area.
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3. The site is a corner lot with access from both Washington Street and 10th
Avenue.
4. The site is zoned C-1 (Retail Business).
5. The Comprehensive Plan identifies the site for commercial uses.
6. The Comprehensive Plan encourages the grouping of similar types
businesses.
7. C-1 zoning is often used as intermediate zoning between more intense
commerce areas (such as C-3) and low -intensity uses such as residential. In
this case the C-1 zoning is bordered only by industrial zoning.
8. Car sales are a conditional use in C-1 zone; thereby requiring review and
consideration of needed conditions through the Special Permit process.
9. The term "conditional use" means auto sales may be approved under certain
circumstance and conditions in one location and not in another location.
The Special Permit review process is used to determine whether or not a
conditional use would be appropriate in a given location.
10. For a C-1 property to qualify for special permit review for a car sales lot, the
property in question would have to either be located at the intersection of
two arterial streets or be located on one arterial street and not adjacent to or
across a public right-of-way from any residentially zoned properties. A
proposed site must also be more than 300 feet from another auto sales
business.
11. In the early 1980's the zoning regulations were amended to add Automobile
sales as a Permitted Conditional Use in the C-1 zone.
12. The Permitted Conditional Uses of PMC 25.42.040 were amended in 1981 to
address a growing concern about how to reuse many of the old service
stations in town that had closed. After closing, it was difficult for the old gas
station to be reused because they were built for a single purpose related to
servicing vehicles. The C-1 zone was amended to specifically allow the
adaptive reuse of old service station for car sales lots.
13. Comprehensive Plan policy LU -4-C encourages the application of standards
and guidelines that will result in attractive and efficient commercial centers.
14. I-182 Overlay District standards do not apply to this site as it is located
outside of the District.
CONCLUSIONS BASED ON STAFF FINDINGS OF FACT
Before recommending approval or denial of a special permit the Planning
Commission must develop findings of fact from which to draw its conclusions
based upon the criteria listed in P.M.C. 25.86.060. The criteria are as follows:
(1) Will the proposed use be in accordance with the goals, policies, objectives and
text of the Comprehensive Plan?
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The site is identified in the Comprehensive Plan for commercial uses. Plan
Policy LU -4-B promotes the idea of clusters or centers for shopping and
services that are functionally and economically similar operationally. The
Comprehensive Plan (LU -4-C) also encourages the application of standards
and guidelines that will result in attractive and efficient commercial
centers. The proposal is consistent with the Plan policies above.
(2) Will the proposed use adversely affectpublic infrastructure?
The proposed use will have little impact on the capacity of public
infrastructure. The site has been developed and operating for the past
seven years without issue of utility and infrastructure demands. Sewer and
water needs for automobile sales businesses are generally nominal.
(3) Will the proposed use be constructed, maintained and operated to be in
harmony with existing or intended character of the general vicinity?
The existing character of the immediate vicinity is heavy commercial/light
industrial while characterization of the larger vicinity includes a residential
component. The intended character of the vicinity as indicated by the
Comprehensive Plan is transitional. Beginning at the river shore we see
industrial character, moving north along the 10th Avenue corridor the
intended character transitions to commercial uses; then being surrounded
to the east and west by a medium density residential land use designation.
An automobile sales business on the subject site is unlikely to disrupt the
character of the surrounding area.
(4) Will the location and height of proposed structures and the site design
discourage the development of permitted uses on property in the general
vicinity or impair the value thereof?
Surrounding properties are zoned to permit commercial and industrial
development. Buildings on surrounding lots and on the lot in question are
permitted to be 35 feet in height and without limit in the industrial zones.
The site has been previously developed and the proposal does not involve
new construction.
(5) Will the operations in connection with the proposal be more objectionable to
nearby properties by reason of noise, fumes, vibrations, dust, traffic, or
flashing lights than would be the operation of any permitted uses within the
district?
The operation of the proposed use within an existing parking lot will not
create objectionable impacts to surrounding land uses. A State
Highway/principal arterial roadway runs through the vicinity, creating a
certain degree of expected disruption from noise, dust and fumes emitted by
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the high traffic volumes. The proposed auto sales lot is not likely to create
impacts that would be noticeable over the existing traffic.
(6) Will the proposed use endanger the public health or safety if located and
developed where proposed, or in any way become a nuisance to uses
permitted in the district?
It is unlikely that a small ATV/motorcycle sales lot on the subject site would
present any additional hazards beyond the typical traffic concerns common
to high traffic volume areas.
APPROVAL CONDITIONS
1. The special permit shall apply to Franklin County tax parcel #112-311-104:
The south 97 feet of Lots 11 and 12 Riverside Addition, addressed 1225
South 10th Avenue;
2. All right-of-way landscaping adjacent to the site together with all required
landscaping interior to the property shall at all be maintained to be in
healthy condition meeting the requirements of PMC 25.75;
3. Vehicles shall not be displayed in the right-of-way nor within any required
landscaping area;
4. The special permit shall be null and void if a City of Pasco business license
for the proposed auto sales business has not been obtained by December 1,
2015.
RECOMMENDATION
MOTION for Findings of Fact: I move to adopt findings of fact and
conclusions therefrom as contained in the October 16, 2014 staff report.
MOTION for Recommendation: I move based on the findings of fact
and conclusions as adopted the Planning Commission recommend the
City Council grant a special permit to allow vehicle sales on tax parcel #
112-311-104 with conditions as contained in the October 16, 2014 staff
report.
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Special Permit to Sell Motorcycles and
A. Special Permit Other Vehicles in a C-1 (Retail Businessl
Zone (MF# SP 2014-009)
Chairwoman Kempf read the master file number and asked for comments from
staff.
Shane O Neill, Planner I, discussed the special permit to sell motorcycles and other
vehicles in a C-1 Zone. In the C-1 Zone, automobile sales are listed as a permitted
conditional use, meaning auto sales may be approved under certain conditions
and circumstances. Mr. O Neill explained the special permit review criteria. He
also highlight surrounding businesses in the vicinity which include; pesticide and
fertilizer specialists, sign fabrication, industrial plumbing supply yard, automotive
repair, farm service supply and a motel. The parking lot where the applicant
wishes to display the vehicles is located on the west side of the site, fronting 10th
Avenue. Parking is relatively small and would not allow for much expansion. Mr.
O'Neill briefly discussed the approval conditions, including maintaining the
existing landscaping. The applicant owns and operates the warehouse directly to
the east of this site and would serve as the mechanic repair facility so auto repair
wouldn't occur on the proposed site.
Commissioner Khan asked if there would be a showroom on this property.
Mr. O Neill responded that he believes the main part of the building will be
dedicated to a showroom but, the applicant would have the best response.
Joel Micka, 1225 S. 10th Avenue, spoke on behalf of his special permit application.
He stated that they are trying to support needs in the agricultural community.
They wish to display new equipment for sales, such as small ATV's and
motorcycles for recreational use. Their property to the east is where the repair
facility is and will be in use. They do wish to have a showroom on the proposed
site.
Commissioner Bachart asked if they currently do repair work.
Mr. Micka replied they do in the building they own to the east of the proposed site.
With no further questions or comments the public hearing closed.
Commissioner Bachart moved, seconded by Commissioner Khan, move to close
the public hearing and schedule deliberations, the adoption of findings of fact and
development of a recommendation for City Council for the October 16, 2014
Planning Commission Meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
Planning Commission Minutes
10/16/2014
A. Special Permit Special Permit to Sell Motorcycles and Other
Vehicles in a C-1 (Retail Business) Zone IJMC
Motor Sports LLCI (MF# SP 2014-0091
Chairman Cruz read the master file number and asked for comments from staff.
Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director, discussed the special
permit to locate motorcycle and other vehicle sales in a C-1 (Retail Business) Zone.
There were no additional comments since the previous meeting.
Commissioner Bachart moved, seconded by Commissioner Kempf, to adopt the findings
of fact and conclusions therefrom as contained in the October 16, 2014 staff report.
The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Bachart moved, seconded by Commissioner Kempf, based on the findings
of fact and conclusions as adopted the Planning Commission recommend the City
Council grant a special permit to allow vehicle sales on tax parcel # 112-311-104 with
conditions as contained in the October 16, 2014 staff report. The motion passed
unanimously.
AGENDA REPORT
TO: City Council October 31, 2014
FROM: Dave Zabell, City Manag Regular Mtg.: 11/3/14
SUBJECT: 2015 Legislative Priorities
I. REFERENCE(S):
1. 2015 Legislative Priorities — Draft Priorities List
2. 2015 Legislative Priorities — "What to Expect in 2015"
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
11/3: Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A) The Washington State Legislature convenes on Monday January 12, 2015. The
upcoming session, commonly referred to as the "long session," is scheduled to
end on April 26, 2015. Being the first session of the biennium, considerable
activity is anticipated on major policy matters impacting Pasco and other
municipalities. These proposals have the potential to favorably or adversely
impact the city and its mission. Looming large this year is the Washington State
Supreme Court's McCleary decision relating to the funding of public schools and
its impact on the state budget.
B) The city has maintained a proactive posture with the legislature regarding the
interests of Pasco. One means by which Council has historically made their
concerns and interests known to the legislature, and specifically its legislative
delegation, is through the adoption of legislative priorities as a statement of the
City.
C) Given the breadth and scope of the City's priorities, in order to be effective, the
City contracts with a legislative consultant based in Olympia to provide an on -the -
ground presence in Olympia during session, monitor the state legislature
throughout the year and advance the City's legislative agenda accordingly.
V. DISCUSSION:
A) Attached is the proposed 2015 legislative priorities list which reflects
modifications to the previous agenda as recommended by staff and the legislative
consultant, Briahna Taylor, Vice President, Gordon Thomas Honeywell
Governmental Affairs. The proposed changes are intended to reflect changed
circumstances over the past year, so that the new list of priorities more accurately
reflects current circumstances and the policy direction of the City Council.
B) Ms. Taylor will also provide Council an overview of the upcoming session, please
refer to the attached document, "What to Expect in 2015."
C) Staff requests Council direction so that the priorities list can be put in resolution
form for Council action at its November 17 meeting.
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City of Pasco
State Legislative Priorities 2015
Draft
PUBLIC WORKS REUSE FACILITY EXPANSION: The City requests $2.75 million in
capital funding to expand its Public Works Reuse Facility to support the economic growth of the
food processing and agriculture sectors, provide a less impactful environmental alternative to use
of the municipal wastewater treatment plant, and conserve water. Pasco's Public Works Reuse
Facility offers food processors significant savings by recycling food processing wastewater for
agricultural use, rather than discharging the wastewater to the municipal system and into the
Columbia River. The proposed expansion provides a lift station and wastewater pipeline that
would serve three more existing processors, and create capacity for future food processors. This
would also increase the amount of treated process water available to serve agricultural land. An
appropriation of $2.75 Million would fund 50% of the expansion, with the remainder being
funded locally.
TRANSPORTATION FUNDING: LEWIS STREET OVERPASS — The Lewis Street
Overpass project replaces a deteriorating and functionally obsolete 1937 railroad underpass on a
former state highway. The project cost is approximately $26 million. The City is requesting
state funds because the construction cost is simply beyond the financial capacity of local
taxpayers. With prior aid from the state, the city has completed right-of-way acquisition and
design of the new structure; and demolition of the buildings purchased for right of way is nearine
com letion. The project is now "shovel ready." The -City is supportive of a transportation
revenue package, including associated tax increases, as long as the Lewis Street Overpass is fully
funded. The City also encourages the state to provide reforms to the state transportation system
as part of any revenue package:
RESTORE "STATE -SHARED REVENUES" FOR CITIES: Pasco receives nearly one
million dollars annually from the state, categorized as "state -shared revenues" (liquor excise tax,
nuclear generating tax, sales tax mitigation, cityfoounty assistance, etc.). In recent years, a
portion of these revenges have been redirected to the state general fund. Pasco supports restoring
and protecting these payments to cities; their loss will put in jeopardy the reliable delivery of
important local public safety services.
NOTIFICATION OF PRE -ANNEXATION AGREEMENTS: Annexation agreements are
signed by a property owner; the city agrees to provide city utility services, and, in return, the
property owner agrees to be annexed into the City. When a property is sold, buyers are currently
notified of existing pre -annexation agreement on a property's title report. Pasco has learned that
homebuyers overlook the notation on the title report, and purchase property unaware of whether
such an agreement has been signed. The City supports legislation improving notification of
existing pre -annexation agreements through the home buying process.
PUBLIC RECORDS REFORM: Pasco supports reform to statutes governing public records
requests. While the city recognizes the need for and benefits of transparency and accountability
in government, all too often the right to obtain public records is abused and extraordinary public
costs are absorbed by cities. Preliminary findings of the Ruckelshaus mediation process have
indicated that a majority of respondents are interested in a non judicial path to resolution of
public records requests. The City requests that the state allocate funding to continue the
mediation process.
ELECTION OF JUDGES: Pasco opposes legislation mandating that part -rime municipal court
judges be elected rather than appointed. Appointed judges are equally qualified professionally
and there is no compelling evidence that appointed judges are a threat to the administration of
justice. In fact, requiring election of all judges would be very problematic for part-time courts,
particularly in small and rural communities found throughout eastern Washington.
MARIJUANA LAWS: The new recreational marijuana industry is subject to a state excise tax
as high as 75%, but none of this potential funding is directed to local agencies to address public
safety needs and other local impacts. The City supports sharing this revenue with the local level,
maintaining local control to ban and zone marijuana, and clarifying the statutes governing
recreational and medical marijuana.
LABOR REFORM: One of Pasco's largest cost drives is labor costs. The City supports
legislation reducing these costs. For example, under state law, police and fire personnel are
guaranteed binding arbitration for wages and benefits in lieu of the right to strike. While
arbitration can be appropriate, current language obligates the arbitrator to give paramount
consideration to what "comparable departments" are paying rather than the ability of the
employer to absorb the cost. Modification of the arbitration statute would better balance the
interests of uniformed employees with those of the taxpayer.
GORDON THOMAS HONEYWELL
GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS
To: Pasco City Council
From: GTHGA
Re: What to expect in 2015
The 2015 legislative session will begin in January. The Legislature will adopt 2015-17 Operating,
Capital, and Transportation budgets, and tackle a number of policy issues. It is likely that this
next session, like previous sessions, will go into "overtime" and last much longer than the 105
days called for in the Constitution.
Process of Developing the Budgets
The Governor will release what is called a "Book 1" Budget during the 3'' week of December
(likely the 15th). The "Book 1" budget will include no new revenue. The Governor is also
anticipated to release a "Book 2" budget, which includes new revenue, prior to the beginning of
the legislative session. These budget proposals are not binding on the Legislature, but will be
the first budget proposals of what will likely be a very long legislative session. Over the course
of the legislative session, the House and the Senate will each release their proposed budgets,
and will then — hopefully — agree on one final budget to adopt and have the Governor sign into
law.
Operating Budget
Next session, the Legislature will develop a 2015-17 Operating Budget (July 1, 2015 -June 30,
2017). For 2015-17, the state is expected to have $2.4 billion more than what was in the 13-15
budget. The Governor's office is reporting that an additional $700-800 million to maintain
current programs with increasing caseloads. However, the Office of Financial Management and
some Legislative projections are calculating as much as a $300 million surplus to maintain the
same services. Additionally, $1.2-$2 billion will need to be invested in K-12 education to
respond to the McCleary Supreme Court decision.
Update on McCleary:
In April, the Legislature submitted a report to the Supreme Court outlining their investments
made in education thus far. The plaintiffs in the case submitted a request to the court asking
the court to hold the Legislature in contempt for not providing adequate funding/an adequate
plan to fund education by 2018. The court reviewed the matter in September, and ruled that
the Legislature was in contempt of court for not presenting an adequate plan by the end of the
most recent session. The Court, however, decided to defer sanctions on the Legislature until
after the 2015 session, giving them one more chance to adhere to the court order before
punishment is ordered. Because this is such an unprecedented situation, it is not clear what
type of punishment the Court may give out if legislators don't fully comply in 2015.
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Initiative 1351 — Class Size Reduction
If Initiative 1351 on reducing class sizes passes in November, the state will need to allocate an
additional $4.7 billion through 2019 to reduce class sizes in grades 3-12 (K-3 are already
addressed through the McCleary decision). However, it's unclear where the funding would
come from. The initiative may also put demands on the capital budget if more classrooms need
to be built as part of it. Overall — if 1-1351 passes, it will exacerbate the state's current
Operating Budget challenges.
What does this mean for cities?
In recent years, cities have seen a steady decline in state -shared revenue distributions (i.e.
liquor revenues and the PWAA were both swept). Many legislators throughout the state are
indicating that, because of McCleary, this trend is likely to continue. In light of this, AWC and
others are beginning to pose the question: How can cities do things differently? What can we
ask for from Olympia that will be helpful? Some emerging ideas have including removing the 1%
property tax cap and replacing it with a growth factor or instituting fiscal home rule where the
city can raise revenue locally, but also control its obligations locally.
Transportation
Transportation Package in 2015-?
Since the 2014 legislative session concluded, little discussion has occurred on a gas tax package,
although most stakeholders still desire a $10 billion transportation investment. There are some
rumors about a 3-4 cent, maintenance -only tax package. In October, the Washington
Roundtable (a business -oriented public policy non-profit) published an assessment that makes
the "return on investment" argument for a large transportation package. At this point, the
possibility of a package and that it might look like remain unknown.
Lewis Street Overpass
The City of Pasco is still working toward funding for the Lewis Street Overpass project. Funding
for the Overpass was included in the proposal released by the Senate Majority Coalition Caucus
in 2014. Funding for this project is likely contingent on a substantial gas tax package. We will
continue to work on behalf of the City to make sure that any gas tax package includes funding
for the Lewis Street Overpass.
Rail Safety Issues/Grade Separation
Increased rail traffic for coal and oil trains in Washington State has created a discussion about
how safety, quality of life, security, and mobility are protected with more dangerous cargo
being transported through cities. In response, the Association of Washington Cities developed
an Ad Hoc Freight Rail Committee. The purpose of this committee is to identify the needs of
local communities in light of increased rail traffic across Washington State. GTHGA has
participated in this Committee throughout the interim, and will continue to address issues
related to rail safety and railroad/street grade separation as they are considered.
Governor's Climate Change Initiative
Another new dynamic in the transportation revenue package conversation is the Governor's
Executive Order issued at the end of April creating a task force to address carbon pollution
reduction and clean energy action. Click here to view the Executive Order & task force. There
are many interest groups that believe this Executive Order will lead to the Governor proposing
a cap & trade system or a carbon tax.
Capital Budget
The exact capacity of the Capital Budget won't be determined until more decisions are made
about the operating budget. However, as a rough estimate, $1.8 billion will be available in the
2015-17 Capital Budget.
Referendum Effort to Fund Stormwater, Water Supply, and Flood Mitigation:
There is an emerging proposal to fund flood control/mitigation, stormwater, and water supply
through a referendum measure (a bill that passes the Legislature, but then has to be approved
by the voters). The revenue source for this proposal is yet to be determined. Voters previously
approved water -related referendums in 1967, 1972, and 1979.
Energy and Climate
Governor Inslee's Executive Order 14-04: Washington Carbon pollution
Reduction and Clean Energy Action
On April 29, 2014, Gov. Jay Inslee signed Executive Order 14-04 outlining a series of next steps to
reduce carbon pollution in Washington state and improve energy independence through use of clean
energy.
The Executive Order builds upon earlier studies and work groups to take action in 7 key areas:
• Carbon emission — Gov. Inslee has established a Carbon Emissions Reduction Taskforce to
provide recommendations on the design and implementation of a market-based carbon pollution
program.
Coal-fired electricity imported from other states ("coal -by -wire") — State agencies are
directed to work with key utilities to reduce, and eventually eliminate, the use of electrical power
produced by coal.
Clean transportation — The greatest percentage of carbon emissions come from cars, trucks
and other transportation -related sources. The state Department of Transportation will lead an
effort with other agencies and governments to promote strategies, policies and investments that
support electrification of our transportation system, lower -emission multi -modal options, and
clean fuels.
Clean technology — The state Department of Commerce will work with Washington State
University and others on a program to develop and deploy new renewable energy and energy
efficiency technologies, including those with an emphasis on solar power.
Energy efficiency — One of the most cost-effective strategies for reducing carbon emissions is
to use energy more efficiently. The state Department of Commerce is directed to work with WSU
and others to significantly improve the energy performance of public and private buildings.
State government operations — The state Department of Enterprise Services will lead efforts
to achieve carbon reduction and energy efficiency improvements throughout state government
including meeting goals established by Gov. Inslee's Results Washington.
Carbon pollution limits — The state Department of Ecology will review the state's greenhouse
gas emission limits and recommend updates.
Carbon Emissions Reduction
Taskforce
A Carbon Emissions Reduction Taskforce
composed of 21 leaders from business, labor,
health and public interest organizations will
Provide recommendations to the governor on
design and implementation of a market-based
carbon pollution program. Final
recommendations are due Nov. 21, 2014.
More about the taskforce including members
meeting dates and materials
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