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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-15-1956 Minutes, 2462 PASCO, WASHINGTON ING CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order at 8:00 P. M. ROLL CALL: Honorable Mayor Harry V. Custer presiding. By Clerk. Councilmen present were L. E. Bonnett, C. R. Combs, S. A. Connell, Raymond Hicks, C. S. Milne, T. R. VanHoy and David Zier. City Attorney Richard G. Patrick was also present. READING OF THE MINUTES: Minutes of meeting held May 1, 1956 were read and approved. COWAUNICATIONS: PETITION -DOG PROBLEM: A petition signed by approximately 115 signers was read, protesting destruction and annoyance by dogs and lack of control by ordinance authorizing the Dog Warden to control roving dogs. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by VanHoy to turn this to the proper committees (Police and Health) with City Attorney. Motion carried. PETITION -LUCAS STREET IMPROVEMENT: A petition signed by approximately 67 signers was read, petitioning for street improvement on Lucas Street such as widening and resurfacing. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Hicks to refer to Street Committee to bring back specific recommendations at next regular meeting. Motion carried. EXDHANGE CLUB AUCTIONS: A letter was read from J. F. O'Herin requesting the Council to waive or amend Section 7 of Ordinance No. ?35 allowing auctions to be conducted regularly to raise funds for a YMCA building and other youth activities. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by`VanHoy to refer to the City Attorney for opinion. LEAD & COPPER SCRAP -AIRPORT: A letter was read from ,Airport Manager 0. V. Cotton requesting that bids be called for the sale of scrap lead and copper. Water Committee to check for usable mat- erial for Water Department. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Hicks authorizing call for bids on quantities of scrap lead and copper on Tuesday?, June 5, 19569 at 8:00 P. M., Motion carried. Minimum price to be obtained by 0. V. Cotton. BOILERS -AIRPORT: A letter was read from C. R. Weaver, Alameda, California offering $10,000.00 for five (5) boilers, pipe and equipment and suggesting terms, also offered $500.00 for boiler room buildinj. 0. V. Cotton's letter in reply was read, also 0. V. Cotton's letter to the .a,yor and Council. City Attorney advised to call for bids. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Connell to call for bids on Tuesday, 8:00 P. M., June 5, 1956 for sale of boilers with munimum price at $3,000.00 each or $19,000.00 for five (5), also two (2) 1,000 gallon steam hot water tanks with minimum price of $200.00 eacl­. Motion carried. JACKSON'S INC., POTATO CHIPS: A letter was read from Airport Manager 0. V. Cotton relative to State Pollution Control Commission's report on Sewer line becoming plugged with starch about a month ago; they suggested that this company be supplied with an industrial waste permit application form. REFUND OF AIRPORT RENT TO MRS. A. B. LEATHERS: A statement dated May 8, 1956 from Mrs. Leathers was read stating that she had paid $125.00 for a month rent in advance on Building No. 1 at the Airport and a week later the building was destroyed by fire and she now requests that the un- used portion be refunded. Motion made by Milne, seconded by Hicks that the re- fund be denied. Motion carried. REFUND FOR L. N. MARTINI: W. H. Wrixon requests Council approval for refund to Mr. Martini; reimbursement on front footage assessment in the amount of 85.50. Motion made by Milne, seconded by Bonnett authorizing refund in the amount of $85.50. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). WATER DEPARTMENT PUMP & MOTOR FOR SALE: A letter was read from the City Engineer George R. Fisher requesting permission to sell and. setting minimum price of 01,000.00 on one (1) pump, 1100 gpm, 25 hp, motor, approximately 5 ,years old. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by VanHoy to advertise for sale. Bids to be received to 8:00 P. M., Tuesday, June 5, 1956• Motion carried. PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS WIRING GAS PUMP AT CITY HALL: MAY 15, 1956 City Engineer George R. Fisher submitted prices by two firms; Griggs $143.90 and Empire Electric $112.50. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Combs to accept price submitted by Empire Electric company in the amount of 112.50. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). STREET LIGHTING PROGRAM: H. L. Tedro submitted report as follows upon request from City Egnineer George R. Fisher: LOCATION Sewer COMPLETED QUANTITY TYPE Court Street - Lucas to Meridian 4-30-56 6 102000 L Stadium Park Addition - Sylvester Series A 1944 92.50 to Court Water 3-20-56 15 41000 L Pasco Improvement Addition 1946 1-27-56 2 49000 L Lucas Street Bond 1-23-56 7 4,000 L Area North of Court & West of Lucas 3- 7-56 25 4,000 L Jan Street . Series 4- 9-56 3 4,000 L Foster Addition Sewer 3-12-56 8 4;000 L North Arthur Street 381.87 3721-56 2 4,000 L Sylvester St. - Lucas to Chase 1=19-56 5 61000 L Highland Park Homes Water 5- 3-56 6 49000 L Series 1954 2,015.96 Total 79 Bond St. Light at S. 5th & South St. installed January 27, 1955 = Total of 80 The following Street Lights have been omitted for the present: 1. Ruby and Lucas 2. Mid -block between Parkview & Broadway on Beech 3. Mid -block between Broadway & Adelia on Beech CLAIM -W. H. WRIXON: Mr. Wrixon requests reimbursement for damage to his auto not covered by insurance in the amount of $16.30, resulting from valve box lid flipping up and damaging door and frame. Motion made by Milne, seconded by Hicks that claim -be denied. Motion carried. PLANNING COMMISSION REFERRED TO COUNCIL FOR FINAL ACTION: Following public hearing the following changes were referred to Council: Rezoning Belknap property on West Lewis; Earl Churchman, Columbia Addition; Erwen and Rail- road Company property in Blocks 3 & 6, Gray's Amended Addition. Motion made by Milne, seconded by Connell to concur with the Planning Commission. Motion carried. TRANSFERS, CITY TREASURERS BOND RETIREMENT & INTEREST: Water Sewer Bond Ret Series A 1944 $483.33 Water Sewer Bond 'int Series A 1944 92.50 $ 675.83 Water Sewer Bond Ret Series B 1946 83.33 Water Sewer Bond Int Series B 1946 27.50 110.83 Water Sewer Bond Ret Series 1948 833.33 Water Sewer Bond Int Series 1948 381.87 1,215.20 Water Sewer Bond Ret Series 1954 416.66 Water Sewer Bond Int Series 1954 2,015.96 2,432.62 Bond Reserve 1954 966.67 966.67 Total $ 5,401.15 Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Hicks authorizing the transfers as requested. Motion carried. REGULAR ORDER OF BTTSINESS SET ASIDE BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT: SEWER CONDITION LEWIS HOTEL, 3rd & Lewis: (Owner W. A. Wagner, 2082 E. Yakima St. Yakima, Washington) T. D. Peterson spoke for the property owner relative to damage created each time we have a rain storm whereby the sewer does not carry away the flow and this causing it to back up in the basement. Mr. Peterson was advised that an Engineer- ing firm has been employed to make survey and report on costs which should be completed in August 1956• PAUL P. BARR, AIRPORT SWIMMING POOL: 11 Mr. Barr spoke to the Council relative to agreement which allows a $50.00 per month rent and $10.00 for water service; he had also agreed to spend up to $300.00 on roof repair work; he has started this work and pool cleaning.. A prepared lease was submitted, studied and changes suggested. Insurance coverage of 50/100,000 is favored by the City Attorney. In conclusion motion was made by Milne, seconded by Connell that the City Attorney re -write the lease and that the Mayor be author- ized to sign. Hicks to OK reduction of insurance to 25/50,000 and then to so notify Mr. Barr in writing. Motion carried. Hicks of the opinion that 50/100,000 cannot be obtained. Roof repairs, window replacement, etc., can be finished In one week and ready for operation. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Zier author- izing work to be done and requesting the Airport `Manager to put building in order at once so Mr. Barr can operate in one week. Motion carried. PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COITNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 15. 1 FRIENDSHIP CLUB, RECREATION CENTER:, Max Towne spoke to the Mayor and Council relative to this blub using the Recreation Center during the summer months. They will do thdir own janitorial work. Motion made by Bdnnett, seconded by Zier that the Park Committee communicate with the Park Board and make recommendation to the City Council. Motion carried. FLOODING BY ESQUATZEL COULEE, H. deSchepper: Mr. deSchepper spoke of the support needed to prevent Pasco being flooded by this coulee. Motion made by Milne, seconded by Bonnett that the Mayor be authorized to appoint a committee of three, representing Pasco, to meet with Mesa, Connell on flood control. Motion carried. REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS RESUMED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT: TRI -CITY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FINAL ESTI^SATE: A letter was read from City Engineer ,Ge;orge R. Fisher recommending the acceptance of this job for final payment of 15/ retained in the amount of $315.72, following thirty day period. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Combs to accept job as completed and hold 15% for thirty days. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). CITY TRFASURER'S OFFICE (VACATION): A letter was read from the City Treasurer regarding pay for help during absence of Tella Riddle. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Hicks that Treasurer be instructed to spend current expense money available for the portion of vacation and sick leave from budget and the Water Department will take care of the balance. Motion carried. PURCHASES: Motion made by Connell, seconded -b y Milne authorizing purchases as requested. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). PARK DEPARTMENT: Flange valve WATER DEPARTMENT: Meter yokes, meter boxes, valves, valve boxes and hydro rings STREET DEPARTMENT: Storm sewer covers & lids, patch material CEMETERY DEPARTMENT: Parts for Tractor BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS:, $100.00 834.50 628.90 34.01 Motion made by Hicks, seconded by Bonnett authorizing acceptance of applications as presented. Motion carried. Lilyan Benson Fuller Brush Co Telephone Answering Service Quench Distributing Uo Evergreen Tree Trimming - Ray M. Driver Maree & harl Krudwig D. Best E1 Ray Clinic Pulliam & Kings 24 Flavors C. R..Fox Richland Bakery Norvell Roofing Co R. A. Pringle & Son George D. Garrison Park Homes Co John H. Buckley Universal Studios Rena Ware Clark Wyatt Spokane Fur Agency Brush sales Phone service Wholesale delivery Tree trimming Vaporizing unit Apartments Physician & Surgeon Medical clinic ice Cream Motel Wholesale delivery Contractor Furnace cleaners Apartments Apartments Solicitor 5 solicitors 4 solicitors Card Tables RENA WARE IUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS: 904 W. Court 1118 W. Nixon 802 W. Sylvester 804 So. 8th 817 So. Gray 4th & Lewis 808 ,o. 8th 2028 E. Lewis 2028 E. Lewis 917 Court 1315 E. Lewis Richland Road 44 Richland 812 So. 8th 804 50. 8th Kennewick Hubbs Hotel Pasco 501 So. Oregon Motion made by Hicks, seconded by Bonnett -that applications be rejected account bond expiring on 30 day notice instead of 90 days written notice. Motion carried. Clerk to so notify Mr. Jack Folsom, District Manager with copy of letter to Orel Courteau. CARD TABLES, CLARK WYATT: Motion made by Hicks, seconded by Zier that application be denied and refund of $10.00 be made. - Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). UL AR MEETING AIRPORT LEASES.: PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS Basin Typewriter Company Jackson's Inc. Cominco Products, Inc. Kennewick Sportsmen, Rifle & Pistol Club Cascade Coca Cola Bottling Co Parkinson Flying Service Agriform Co. 2465 MAY 15, 1956 Motion made by Hicks, seconded by Bonnett authorizing the Mayor to sign leases. Motion carried. RE -ROOFING .TWO RESIDENCES AT AIRPORT: Motion made by Hicks, seconded by Milne authorizing the Airport 'Manager to do the re -roofing as requested by letter of April 11, 1956. Motion carried. LIBRARY WIRING - GRIGGS: Contract job re -wiring Library. Motion made by Zier, seconded accept job as completed and recommend payment of $3,043.89 and days the retained fee of 15% in the amount of $537.16. Motion call vote of seven ( 7) . ENLARGING COUNCIL TABLE: by Bonnett to holding for thirty carried by roll Zier reports that it will cost approximately $80.00 to enlarge table as requested by Councilmen. Motion made by Hicks, seconded by Bonnett authorizing work to be done. Maximum cost $80.00. Motion,carried by roll call vote of seven (7). READING OF ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 868: AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE SALE, INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE,. AND REPAIR OF APPLIANCES DESIGNED TO EMPLOY NATURAL OR ANY TYPE OF GAS. AS A FUEL: REGULATING THE,SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF ALL PIPES EXTENDING FROM T14E POINT OF DELIVERY, DESIGNED TO CONVEY OR CARRY GAS TO SUCH APPLIANCES WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF PASCO: PROVIDING FOR THE INSPECTION OF SAID APPLIANCES AND PIPES: PROVIDING FOR THE' ISSUANCE OF PERMITS FOR THE INSTALLATION OR RE- PAIR OF SAID APPLIANCES OR PIPES AND THE COLLECT- ION OF INSPECTION FEES THEREFOR: PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE BUSINESS OF INSTALLING OR REPAIRING SAID APPLIANCES OR PIPES: PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE,, AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH Motion made by Milne, seconded by VanHoy to give Ordinance No. 868 the first reading. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 868 was read. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Milne that Ordinance No. 868 has been given the first reading. Motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 869: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 595, AND PASCO CITY CODE 5-9.12 AND 5-9. 28, AND BEING AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PRO- PERTY SITUATED IN FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON, FROM RESIDENTIAL R-2 TO MANUFACTURING M-1: LOTS 17 TO 24, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK 2, LOTS 1 TO 7, INCLUSIVE, AND LOTS 1$ TO 32, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK 6, GRAY'S AMENDED ADDITION TO PASCO, ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOL- UME °AB's OF PLATS,, PAGE 20, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Hicks to give Ordinance No. 869 the first reading. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 869 was read. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Hicks that Ordinance No. 869 has been given the first reading. Motion carried. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Connell to give Ordinance No. 869 the second reading by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 869 was read. Motion made by Bonnett, secorded by VanHoy that Ordinarre No. 869 has been given the second. reading by title. Motion carried. PASCO, WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO. 870: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 595, AND PASCO CITY CODE 5-9.16 AND 5-9.28, AND BEING AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE GONE CLASS- IFICATION OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY SITUATED IN FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON, FROM COMMERCIAL C-1 TO MANUFACTURING M-1 Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Connell to give Ordinance No. 870 the first reading. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 870 was read. Motion made by Bonrn tt, seconded by Zier that Ordinance No. 870 has been given the first reading. Motion carried. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Milne to give Ordinance No. 870 the second reading by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 870 was read by title. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Milne that Ordinance No. 870 has been given the second reading by title. Motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 871: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO 595 AND PASCO CITY CODE 5-9.08 AND 5-9.16, AND BEING AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONE CLASS- IFICATION OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY SITUATED IN FRANKLIN COUETY, WASHIN ,TON, FROM RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO COMMERCIAL C-1; LOTS 8,r9 AND 10, BLOCK 2, COLUMBIA ADDITION TO PASCO, ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME "B" OF PLAT, PAGE 68, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY Motion made by Milne, seconded by Zier to•give Ordinance No. 871 the first reading. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 871 was -read. Motion made by Milne, seconded by Bonnett that Ordinance No. 871 has been given the first reading. Motion carried. Motion made by Milne, seconded by VanHoy to give Ordinance No. 871 the second reading by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 871 was read by title. Motion made by Milne, seconded by Zier that Ordinance No. 871 hps been given the second reading by title. Motion carried. GAS INSPECTION FEE: A letter was read from Building Inspector H. B. Lovelace recommending fee as set up by the Association of Washington Cities also setting up a board of examiners and charging another fee. Motion made by Bonnett, seconded by Hicks accepting the recommendations and bond equivalent to plumbing code bond. Motion carried. LIBRARY REPORT: Ordered filed. BUDGET REPORT: Budget report for the month of April for all departments was furnished each member by the City Clerk. ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by Hicks, seconded by Bonnett to adjourn to next regular meeting, Tuesday, 8:00 P. M., June 5, 1956. Motion carried. ATTEST: City Clerk PASSED AND APPROVED THIS Harry V ouster, Mayor