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'ASCO, WASHINGTON
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CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting called to order at 8:00 P. M. Honorable Mayor Harry V. Custer presiding.
ROLL CALL:
By Clerk. Councilmen present were J. A. Avery, L. E. Bonnett, C. R. Combs, S. A.
Connell and C: S. Milne. Absent were Raymond Hicks and T. R. Van Hoy. City Attor-
ney Richard G. Patrick was present.
READING OF THE MINUTES:
Minutes of meeting held July 5th were read and approved.
COMMUNICATIONS:
CITY PLANNER:
A letter was read from the Pasco Chamber of Commerce recommending that the City
Council seriously consider the necessity of obtaining the services of a full
time City Planner as soon as possible.
LIBRARY BUILDING STUCCO, NORTHWEST PLASTER BUREAU, INC.:
A letter was read from Charles F. Clay, Director, stating he did inspect the job
at the Library and feels that corrections can be satisfactorily made under build-
ing department and Industry supervision. He recommended certain methods and
materials to be used. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Milne that the 'Yjayor
call a meeting of all parties concerned also the Northwest Plasterers Bureau.
Motion carried.
BIDS -AIRPORT ROOFING:
Legal notice on call for bids was read. One bid was received, opened and read
at this time.
Aluminum Supply Company (Galvanized roofing $11.50 per square
N. 800 Fancher Way (Flashing.14 lineal.foot.
Spokane, Washington (Ridgeroll .135 linealt.foot.
(Nails 37.50 per 100 lbs.
Motion made by Bonnett, -seconded by Avery that the bide, be referred to the Air-
port Committee for btudy and recommendation. Motion carried.
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS SET ASIDE BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
TIDE -WATER ASSOCIATED GAS COMPANY:
Mr. Bloom, Representative of the.Company stated that the Company desires to re-
model their service station at North 4th and Clark Streets. Plans and picture
presented for review cif' the Council. A discussion followed. The Mayor mentioned
that Ordinance No. 672 prohibits service stations in this area. Amending Ord-
inance has been requested. Motion made by Avery, seconded by Connell asking for
more time and discussion, to report at next regular meeting. Motion carried.
PROTEST TO DR. PATCHETT'S BUILDING, NORTH LUCAS, R-2:
James Woodhead spoke protesting this construction at the above location and the
action taken by the Planning Commission. He was advised that Planning Commission
motion conditioned action on plans and specifications to be presented by the
Doctor. These have not been presented to date. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded
by Combs that the 'Yjayor write letter to Planning Commission to take no action
on Dr. Patchett's application for building permit without public hearing after
all plans and specifications have been presented. Motion carried.
CITY PLANNER FAVORED: IVAN MERRICK:
Mr. Merrick spoke in regard to City Planner and the assistance he could render
the County on fringe areas, etc. Feels certain that the County would consider
a per cent of the financial assistance. Mr. Erwen to work with the Commissioners.
Hiring Mr. Wm. Austin as full time planner for the balance of 1955 was discussed.
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 838:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
IN THE GENERAL FUND OF THE CITY OF
PASCO, APPROPRIATING MONEY TO MEET
THE SAME, AND PROVIDING FUNDS FOR
THE SALARY OF A CITY PLANNING DIR-
ECTOR FOR THE BALANCE OF THE YEAR
1955
Notice of public hearing called for at this time and place was read. No object-
ions registered by letter or in person. Motion made by Avery, seconded by Milne
to give Ordinance No. 838 the second reading. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 838
was read. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Avery that Ordinance No. 838 has
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been given the second reading in full. Motion carried. Motion made by Bonnett,
seconded by Avery to amend Ordinance No. 838 to read $2,500.00 in place of
;$3,000.00. Motion carried. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Connell to give
Ordinance No. 838 the third reading as amended. Motion carried. Ordinance No.
838, as amended, was read. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Avery that Ord-
inance No. 838 has been given the third reading, as amended. Motion carried.
Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Avery to adopt Ordinance No. 838. Motion
carried unanimous by roll call vote of five (5). Motion made by Bonnett, sec-
onded by Avery that as soon as Ordinance No. 838 is legal that the Mayor notify
Mr. Austin to report for work on August 1, 1955• Motion carried.
VACATING CITY VIEW ADDITION FOR REPLAT:
J. C. Robinson presented a certificdte of Platting on Replat of City View Addit-
ion, certified by (Citizen's Abstract Company. Mr. Robinson was of the opinion
that a public hearing would be held this date. He was advised by the City Att-
orney to furnish notice of public hearing to the City Clerk for posting also
Ordinance for introduction to the City Council.
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS RESUMED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
PETITION, STREET LIGHTING, NORTH BEECH STREET:
A petition signed by twenty-seven (27) house holders residing in Blocks 29, 30,
31 and 32 of Highland Park Homes Addition petition for the installation of street
lights in this area. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Milne to turn petition
to Fire & Light Committee. Motion carried.
REPORTS:
STREET COMMITTEE:
Milne reports that Phillip N. Royal, Principal Engineer, Engineering Department,
Seattle, could come to Pasco during the month of August to help set up a street
program similar to one successfully used in Seattle. City to pay expense which
would be $50.00 or $75.00. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Aver4 that Mr.
Royal-be'invited to come to Pasco. Council to defray expenses from 'out of pocket
expense", Engineer's Department. Motion carried.
STREET COMMITTEE:
Committee to hold meeting at 1:00 P. M., Thursday, July 21, 1955 with Brickey
and City Engineer.
PURCHASES:
STREET: Batteries $27.18 and Tires $34.35
WATER: Repair calculator $33.58; meter boxes, bushings,
nipples, hand truck, valves, meters, yokes, valves,
and envelopes $2,066.21
SPRAY: 140 gals chlordane & D.D.T. $498.06
Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Connell to authorize purchases as requested.
Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5).
SPRAY PROGRAM:
Mayor Custer stated that Dr. Vernon E. Michael called on him this date and ex-
pressed the desire of cooperating with the council on a spray program to be set
up for routine spraying also health and sanitary inspections.
RENTING spraying equipment.to Burbank. Bonnett not in favor of renting the
equipment.
BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION:
East Side Super Gas (F.E.Wright)Service Station 1404 E. Lewis
Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Avery authorizing the issuance. Motion carried.
LIBRARY WIRING REPORT BY LARRY MARTINI:
A report made of the Library by Mr. Martini was read, stating that a complete re-
wiring job is necessary to,bring this building up to minimum standards as out-
lined by the National Electrical Code._
CITY VIEW CEMETERY: WIRING INSPECTOR LARRY MARTINI:
An Inspection report from Mr. Martini of the Cemetery was read, stating that
complete rewiring of all buildings located at the Cemetery to comply with stand-
ards as outlined by the National Electrical Code, State Rules. An estimate was
read showing a charge of $1,000.00 for rewiring. Motion made by Bonnett, sec-
onded by Combs that the City Attorney draw an emergency ordinance to cover this
expense. Motion carried.
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REGULAR MEETING
BOAT DOCK, GORDON MERCIER-
PASCO, WASHINGTON
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Mr. Mercier desires to'have a 60' Boat Lock constructed on city retained portion
of the boat basin for use by the public.at a cost of approximately $975.00;
Ousley and Roy Brand, Contractors, presented plans and cost estimate for approval.
LEASE TO CONCESSIONARIES:
The park board has been given authority to hegotiate; lease is in the process of
being drawn up at this time. Will be reviewed by the Board, City Attorney and
Park Committee and report at next regular meeting.
CEMETERY LOT (E. C. CRAEBNER):
City Attorney to check with Treasurer.
ELECTRICAL CODE:
Not ready to report.
VACATION EAST LEWIS & IDAHO (EARL LUDWIG):
More time asked.
PASCO ENGINEERING DEPOT FIRE PROTECTION:
Paul J. Braum of the Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau, in making a survey
df fire protection by Pasco Fire Department for the Engineering Depot stated to
the Mayor that this would have no bearing on the rating, therefore, the Corps
should be advised that the City will enter into an agreement to assist when
needed. A meeting will be arranged with Lyle Cooney, Fire Chief.
FRED HUBER APPOINTED:
Mayor Custer appointed -Fred Huber to succeed himself on the Airport Committee,
effective date July 15, 1955, term expiring July 15, 1961. Motion made by .Avery,
seconded by Milne confirming the appointment. Motion carried.
HOUSING AUTHORITY:
Riverside Homes have not been disposed of to date. Trying to sell to farmers
was mentioned.
CLAIMS, RUSSELL RIDENOUR:
Mr. Ridenour -filed claim in the amount of $24.97 for repairs to water heater
element which burned out account water being shut off. Motion made by.Avery,
seconded by Milne to turn to City attorney for study and recommendation. Motion
carried.
READING OF ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE NO. 835:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO,. 444, AND PASCO
CITY CODE 5-9.20 AND BEING AN ORDINANCE CHANGING t_ ---
THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED
PROPERTY SITUATED IN -FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON,
FROM RESIDENTIAL R-2 TO COMMERCIAL C=2
Motion made by Avery, seconded by Milne to give Ordinance No. 835 the second
reading. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 835 was read. Motion made by Bonnett,
seconded by Combs that Ordinance No. 835 has been given the second reading.
Motion carried. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Combs to give Ordinance lyo.
835 the third reading. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 835 was read. Motion
made by Bonnett, seconded by Milne that Ordinance No. 835 has been given the
third reading. Motion carried. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Milne to
adopt Ordinance No. 835. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5).
ORDINANCE NO. 836:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION TO THE
CITY OF PASCO OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY
SITUATED IN FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON, TO WIT
Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Combs to give Ordinance No. 836 the second
reading by title. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 836 was read by title. Motion
made by Bonnett, seconded by Avery that Ordinance No. 836 has been given the
second reading by title. Motion carried., Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by
Combs to give Ordinance No. 836 the third reading. Motion carried. Ordinance
No. 836 was read. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Combs that Ordinance No.
836 has been given the third reading. Motion carried. Motion made by Bonnett,
seconded by Combs to adopt Ordinance No. 836. Motion carried by roll call vote
of five (5).
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PASCO, WASHINGTON
R MEETING
ORDINANCE NO. 837:
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF
MOTOR VEHICLES WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO;
ADOPTING ALL THE PROVISIONS OF THE REVISED
CODE OF WASHINGTON, TITLE 46, INCLUDING
THE. PROVISIONS OF THE UNIFORM FINANCIAL
RESPONSIBILITY LAWS, AND RCE CHAPTERS
47:04, 47.08; 47:12, 47.22, 47.28, 47.32,
47.36, 47.40, 47.44, AND 47.48 AND ANY
AND ALL AMENLMENTS THERETO BY REFERENCE;
ALTERING PENALTIES WHERE'�DEFENDANT IS
CHARGED WITH DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE 0
OF LIQUOR.OR DRUGS; AND AMENDING AND CORRECT-
ING PASCO CITY CODE 8-1.08 AND 8-1.78
Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Avery to give Ordinance No. 837 the second
reading by title. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 837 was read by title. Motion
made by Bonnett, seconded by Combs that Ordinance No. 837 has been given the
second reading. Motion carried. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Combs to
give'Ordinance No. 837 the third reading. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 837 was
read. Motion made by Borinett,_seconded by Avery that Ordinance No. 837 has been
given the third reading. Motion carried. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by
Milne to adopt Ordinance No. 837. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5).
ORDINANCE 839:
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING TO CASCADE NATURAL GAS
CORPORATION, A WASHINGTON CORPORATION, A NAT_
URAL AND - OR ARTIFICIAL GAS FRANCHISE AND THE
RIGHT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A GAS
PLANT AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IN'T HE CITY OF
PASCO, GRANTING TO SAID CITY THE RIGHT TO AC-
QUIRE THE GAS UTILITY PROPERTIES AND FACILITIES
OF THE GRANTEE WITHIN SAID CITY UPON PAYMENT OF
COMPENSATION AS HEREIN PROVIDED, AND SUBJECT TO
OTHER SPECIFIED LIMITATIONS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Avery.to give Ordinance No. 839 the first
reading by title only. Motion carried. Avery, Bonnett and Milne voting "yes".
Connell and Combs voting "No". Ordinance No. 839.was read. Motion made by
Bonnett; seconded by Milne that Ordinance No. 839 has been given the first
reading., by title. Motion carried. Avery, Bonnett and Milne voting "yes".
Connell and !Combs voting "No". Council as a whole to review Ordinance. Copies
are available.
ORDINANCE NO. 840:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 444 AND,
PASCO CITY CODE 5-9.24 AND BEING AN ORDINANCE
CHANGING THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION OF THE FOLLOW-
ING DESCRIBED PROPERTY SITUATED IN FRANKLIN
COUNTY, WASHINGTON, FROM RESIDENTIAL R-2 TO
COMMERCIAL C-3
Ordinance Not read. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Milne to turn to Council
Committee, Combs, Avery and Bonnett for investigation and report. Motion carried.
CITY OWNED PROPERTY (SHOPPING CENTER):
City Attorney Richard G. Patrick spoke
ision on House Bill No. 632, rendered
documents to this effect have not yet
Mr. Sher's Attorney was suggested; no
ular meeting. Motion made by Bonnett,
further investigate and report at next
BUDGET REPORTS:
to the Council relative to the Court dec-
in favor of Plaintiff John Miller. Official
been received by the City. Conferring with
authorative action needed before next reg -
seconded by Avery that the City Attorney
regular meeting. Motion carried.
City Clerk furnished each member a copy of the monthly budget for all departments.
Airport, Recreation and Building Inspector's reports were ordered filed.
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion made by Milne, seconded by Cambs to adjourn to next regular meeting, Tues-
day, August 2, 1955. Motion carried.
Attest:: L��L�_a
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City Clerk
Passed and approved this _ day of
ar V. uster, Mayor
1955.
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Adah M. Perry, City C