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Home My WebLink About06-03-1958 Minutes1694 CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order at 8:10 P. M. ROLL CALL: PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS JUNE 3. 19 Honorable Mayor Raymond Hicks presiding. By Clerk. Councilmen present were 0. C. Adams, C. R. Combs, Ed Thompson, T. R. VanHoy, G. A. Grant and David Zier.' City Attorney Richard G.'Patrick was also present. READING OF THE MINUTES: By unanimous consent reading of the minutes was set aside with the regular order of business to hear from the audience. EAST SIDE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION: Rev. James A. Covington, Public Relations Chairman, read a resolution prepared by a group of the citizens of East Pasco making the following proposals: 1) That the City Council take immediate action in the way of street improvements in East Pasco if possible. 2) That the City Council take action upon the petitions presented in February 1957 to extend the city sewer into South Owens, Beech and Wehe Streets. 3) That funds be voted on and set aside to complete the Survey and work needed to relieve the problem of Water located on South Queen Street in and around the property of Richard Robinson, khich,`,with the approach of warm weather is becoming a menace. 4) That the City Council appropriate money to the park board. so that it can provide Hydrants for water, and rest room facilities for the children who play in the Kurtzman park. 5) We further recommend that the name of Richard Robinson be considered for the vacancy within the City Council created by the advancement -to the Office of Mayor by His Honor Mr. Ray Hicks. Covington and Robinson spoke about a former petition being presented for improvements of streets, sewers, playgrounds, etc. Valuat16n•.iand per cent of actuallusers and payments required by statutes were discussed. Rex Jones spoke on need of things being done on the East Side; should not wonder about bonds. Johnnie Hager spoke relative to Rex Jones' speech. L. I. D. #64: & PETITION FOR'IMPROVEMENTS $1.-25 PER FRONT FOOT: Chas. Grigg, Mrs. Cartmell,A. Milam and others discussed the area set up embracing the district and type of street treatment desired and surface proposed. Fourteen (14) protests have been filed since the public hearing held May 14, 1958. Two letters received favorirg the improvement. City Engineer Fisher displayed a map showing district as reduced. Following a prolonged dis- cussion motion was made by Combs, seconded by Adams that a copy of Terry Thompson's letter be sent to each property owner signing petition presented to theCouncil on January 21, 1958 request- ing that streets be surfaced from curb to curb at an approximate cost of $1.25 per front foot on Pearl Street from Hickory to Poplar; Pearl from Poplar to Hawthorne; Poplar from Pearl to Agate. Motion carried. REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS RESUMED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT. READING OF THE MINUTES: Minutes of meeting May 20, 1958. Motion made by Combs, seconded by Adams to suspend with reading of the minutes. Motion carried. BILLS: Current bills against the city were read as follows. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Adams that all vouchers properly signed and approved be paid. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). Current Expense $ 25,422.04 Water Department 11,858.63 Airport Department 4,563.60 Street Department 5,523.87 Park Department 4,057.70 Cemetery Department 1,640.58 Library Department 1,505.42 W & S Rev. Bonds -1957 48,206.45 L. I. D. #k63 2,239.20 L. I. D. #k64 .30 Yacht Basin 377.17 Grand total for all departments $105,630.78 262'5 PASCO, WASHINGTON MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS JUNE 3, 1958 It was moved by Councilman VanHoy and seconded by Councilman Adams that Estimate No. 7 for work performed by Kenneth Nelson Company in the amount of $2,239.20 be approved; that to provide funds for the payment thereof a warrant be drawn against the "Local Improvement Fund, District No. 6311, in favor of Terry Thompson & Company in the total amount of $2,239.20 bearing interest at the rate of 5k% per annum, and dated June 6, 1958; that the proceeds from the sale of said warrant be deposited in the "Sewer Construction Fund", and that a warrant be issued upon said "Sewer Construction Fund" in favor of Kenneth Nelson Company in payment for the work performed by said contractor. Motion carried by the following vote: Yes 6; - - - No. COMMUNICATIONS: - CALL FOR BIDS-hrAAVATORY BUILDING FOR MEMORIAL PARK: Four (4) bids were received, opened and read as follows: Miller & Stork Base Bid $ 14,320.00 Pasco, Washington Deductions ".1,010.72 Meeting Room 6,898.14 Garrison Construction Base Bid $ 6,950.00 Pasco, Washingron Deductions 362.00 Meeting Room 6,610.76 William P. Hedrick Base Bid $ 6,340.00 P&sbo, Washington Deductions 738.00 Meeting Room 9,240.00 Raymond Britton Base Bid $ 6,644.00 Richland, Washington Deductions 550.00 Meeting Room 6,000.00 Motion made by Combs, seconded by VanHoy to turn bids to Park Superintendent, Committee and the City Engineer for recommendation at next regular meeting. Motion carried. PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT COLLEGE SEWER CONNECTION: A letter was read from architect V. L. Wulff requesting from the City an agreement acceptable to both the City and School Board on connecting sewer to city system. City Attorney to draw up the agreement which will include the approximate cost to the College of 75% bid contr--act plus lift station and pressure line and difference in cost of larger trunk line. COUNCILMAN APPOINTED: At this time the regular order of business was held in abeyance to nominate a council member to fill vacancy created when Councilman Raymond Hicks was elected Mayor. C. R. Combs nominates K. E.,`Moore David Zier nominates Harold C. James Motion made by Thompson, seconded by Combs that nominations be closed and ballots cast. Motion carried. Written ballots were cast - Four (4) in favor of James and two (2) in favor of Moore. Motion made by Combs, seconded by Adams that Harold C. James be sworn in and seated. Motion carried. Oath of Office administered by the City Clerk and Councilman James was seated. L. I. D. #63 SEWAGE PUMP STATION: A letter was read from Cornell, Howland, Hayes & Merryfield submitting final estimate for KenneEh Nelson Company and recommending that the contract job be accepted as completed and recommending final payment be paid soon as time required by law has elapsed. Motion made by Adams, seconded by VanHoy that the completion and final acceptance as recommended by the Engineers be approved. Motion carried. PORT DISTRICT: A letter was read from Del Isaacson stating the Ports appreciation for two badly needed street lights. GRAVEL - PORT DISTRICT: Removal of gravel and leveling area between 9th and Vine Street ask per agreement was brought to the councils' attention. A copy of this request will be mailed each councilman. BID ON ORNAMENTAL STREET LIGHTS: P. U. D. will receive bids on Ornamental Street Lights on June 10th at 2:00 P. M., and request that the Mayor and Councilmen be present to assist with selection of material on the basis of bids received. LEE HOFFMAN, INC. A letter was read from Lee Hoffman's Attorney requesting the consent of the City of Pasco on assignments, approving the same for signature on transfer of the Lee Hoffman contract to Lee Hoffman Inc. Motion made by Adams, seconded by Zier authorizing the Mayor to sign assignment. Motion carried. M6 PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS RESURFACING RUNWAY PROJECT NO. 9-44-060-02: A letter was read from 0. V. Cotton relative to calling for bids on resurfacing in connection with new wage rate scale. He requested authority be given at this time to advertise immediate- ly upon receipt of wage rates in order to award contract prior to June 30, 1958. Attached was a copy of letter from Charles W. Drew. Motion made by Adams, seconded by VanHoy authorizing call for bids soon as wage scale is received. Motion carried. TRANSFER: A letter was read from George R. Fisher requesting transfer of $8,000.00 from the Street Depart- ment Fund to Permanent Street and Storm Sewef Construction Fund. City Attorney states this transfer was not allocated, therefore the Finance Committee should act on this. Mayor to call meeting. I WATER EXTENSIONS, COLE'S 1st ADDITION & CHURCH ADDITION: A letter was read from Water Superintendent C. F. Whetsler requesting a 6" Water.main on Cole Street connecting to existing line on Astor Way at an estimated cost of $1,500.00•. Motion made by Zier, seconded by VanHoy that extension be allowed. Motion carried. SEWER BACKED UP CLAIM: Water Superintendent C. F. Whetsler reports a complaint made by Mrs. Joseph B. Balthazor account sewer damage to her basement caused during the time the city was cleaning roots from the sewer line. Motion made by Combs, seconded by VanHoy to turn this to the Insurance Committee and City Attorney. Motion carried. Mrs. Balthazor to be advised to turn in proper claim. PERSONAL INJURY TO MRS. BERRY - WATER DEPARTMENT: (OFFICE) A letter was read fmn Water Superintendent C. F. Whetsler stating that on May 2$,'1958 Mrs. Berry pulled the address card cart on the back of her leg receiving a rather serious laceration; finds by checking that.none of the clerical positions are covered by Industrial Insurance or Medical Aid. Mrs. Berry to file claim. CLAIM - ELMER 0. NELSON, 1912 N. ILLINOIS: A letter was read from Elmer 0. Nelson stating that in connecting to the L. I. D. #63 sewer the contractor had to go down the alley beyond their property line to find where the sewer was low enough to make connection thus making their hookup much more expensive.: Therefore they are j asking that an adjustment be made. City Engineer George R. Fisher to answer letter. RESIGNATIONS: i Raymond Hicks tendered his resignation as Councilman effective April 15, 1958 to take the office I of Mayor. 0. V. Cotton, Airport Manager, tenders his resignation effective June 15, 1958. APPOINTMENT: H. W. Parkinson,..1032 W. Henry. Mayor Hicks at this time appoints H. W. Parkinson to succeed 0. V. Cotton as Airport Manager at a salary of $6,000.00 per year. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by 'Adams approving the appointment. Motion carried. DELINQUENT RENTALS AT AIRPORT: 0. V. Cotton reports the C. B. Manufacturing Company is in debt $500.00 for rent to the City. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Zier to turn to City Attorney for collection. Motion carried. PROPERTY SALE: C. W. NAY, 720 W. OCTAVE: Mr. Nay requested that the West 6' of Lot 27, Block 1, Sylvester's 2nd Addition be put up for sale. This was done according to City Ordinance. Sale to be held at 10:30 A. M., Tuesday, May 20, 1958. No one appeared to bid on the property. I REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES: I, SWIMMING POOL HEATER: Four (4) bids received and considered by the Park Board and Council. Mofion made by Grant, seconded by Thompson to accept the bid of W. R. O'Rourke Company in the amount of $6,850.00. Motion carried by roll call vote o.f seven (7). j PURCHASES: WATER DEPARTMENT: Gaskets, pipe, tubing, meter boxes & sodium silicate $.1,086.00 METER DEPARTMENT: Clean clocks 74.40 STREET DEPARTMENT: Gravel 3,999.50 SPRAY DEPARTMENT: Check & repair fogger, malathoin 566.26 Motion made by Zier, seconded by Thompson to approve purchases as requested. Motion carried.by roll call vote of six (6). Combs out of the room. BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS: Western Auto Associate Store Sears, Roebuck & Co P & F Lawn & Garden Service S. B. Grant George P. Stork E. F. Buckindorf Universal Sales & Adv Ellen Turner Norman Benona Orus L. Redalen Harold H. Norwood Fred E. Dougherty Ralph Smith Duane M. Worthington Howard McClanahan Upton Electric Frosty Treat Drive Inn Mac's Vending Machines Jack D. Zinn Al Abramson Floyd Stevens Rex 0. Perdue Robert L. Batton J. R. Langley Don Butler Floyd C. Gilbert Jim Williams Watren 0. Priest George Kimes 26 P7 PASCO, WASHINGTON John A. Napoli 118 So..4th Warehouse A Street Paul R. Meredity 1849 W. Brown Building contractor 1638 Irving Contractor 1723 Marie Roofing Contractor 1.302 W. Irving Adv promotional sales 920 Brown Commercial photography 515 North 8th Solicitor Sahara Motel Solicitor Northside Trailer Solicitor 1918 Hickory Sell fire wood 504 S. Elm Solicitor 824 W. Lewis Solicitor 824 W. Lewis Solicitor 415 Rose, Walla Walla Sewing machines, etc 110 N. 4th Cafe 1831 W. Court Ralph McCalmant 113 N. Garfield, Kennewick Photographers Richland Advertising & sales Spokane Solicitor E1 Rancho Motel Solicitor El Rancho Motel Solicitor E1 Rancho Motel Solicitor E1 Rancho Motel Solicitor E1 Rancho Motel Solicitor E1 Rancho Motel Solicitor E1 Rancho Motel Solicitor E1 Rancho Motel Solicitor Milton-Freewater Motion made by Adams, seconded by Thompson approving applications as presented. Motion carried. AIRPORT LEASES: Bonneville Power Administration Goddard's Inc. Mr.& Mrs. Woodrow V. Epp Cascade Coca Cola Bottling Co. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Adams authorizing the Mayor to sign leases as approved by the Airport Committee and Manager. Motion carried. VanHoy suggested that the Mayor call a meeting with the new council and Airport Manager to get acquainted with the budget operation. READING OF RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES: RESOLUTION NO. 415: SLIVER OF PROPERTY FROM AIRPORT TO STATE HIGHWAY Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Thompson that Resolution No. 415 has been read. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Thompson to adopt Resolution No'. 415 as read. Motion carried.by"roll:n.call vote of six (6). Combs out of the room. ORDINANCE NO. 928: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENT OF BROWN STREET FROM THE EAST LINE OF CHASE AVENUE TO THE EAST LINE OF ILLINOIS AVENUE AND FROM THE WEST LINE OF ONEONTA AVENUE TO THE WEST LINE OF LUCAS AVENUE AND CERTAIN OTHER STREETS AND AVENUES IN THE CITY OF PASCO BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF ASPHALTIC CONCRETE PAVEMENT, CRUSHED ROCK BASE COURSE, CONCRETE GUTTER AND CONCRETE CURB WHERE NECESSARY, STORM SEWER FACILITIES INCLUDING CATCH BASINS, MANHOLES, PROVISIONS FOR TEMPORARY DISPOSAL OF STORM WATER, WITH ALL NECESSARY APPURTENANCES AND ALL NECESSARY CON- TINGENT ITEMS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION NO. 412 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON; ESTAB- LISHING LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 64; PROVIDING THE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT IN SAID DISTRICT; PROVIDING THAT PAY- MENT FOR SAID IMPROVEMENT BE MADE IN PART BY SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS UPON PROPERTIES IN SAID DISTRICT, PAYABLE BY THE MODE OF "PAYMENT BY BONDS"; AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT WARRANTS REDEEMABLE IN CASH AND LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BONDS Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Thompson that Ordinance No. 928 be given a reading by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 928 was read. Motion made by Adams, seconded by Thompson that Ordinance No. 928 has been given a reading by title. Motion carried. Motion made by Van Hoy, seconded by Zier to adopt Ordinance No. 928. Grant abstaining on roll call. Adams, Combs, James, Thompson, VanHoy and Zier voting "Yes". City Attorney advised a unanimous vote was needed. Following a discussion Councilman Grant stated he abstained account not all the ordinance was clear to him. At this time he withdrew his abstaining vote. On final roll call - Adams, Combs, James, Thompson, VanHoy,eGrahtc!andcZier voted."Yds'_'y No rescinding votes cast. 2608 REGULAR MEETING PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS JUNE 3, 1958 CALL FOR BIDS ON L. I. D. #64: Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Zier.'to call for bids at 8:00 P. M., Tuesday, July 1, 1958. Engineer to furhish specifications. Motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 929: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 2, 4 AND 5 OF ORDINANCE NO. 514, AND PASCO CITY CODE 3-17.08, 3-17.16 AND 3-17.20, BEING AN ORD- INANCE LEVYYING AN ADMISSION TAX ON PERSONS PAYING ADMISSIONS, OR WHO ARE ADMITTED FREE OR AT REDUCED RATES TO ANY PLACE; FIXING THE AMOUNT AND PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION THEREOF; AND PRE- SCRIBING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF" Motion made by AvnHoy, seconded by Zier to read Ordinance No. 929 by title. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 929 was read by title. Motion made by Adams, seconded by VanHoy that Ordinance No. 929 has been given the second -'reading by title. Motion carried. Motion made by VanHoy, to adopt Ordinance No. 929. Motion died for the want of a second. BUILDING INSPECTOR'S REPORT: Report for the month of May 1958 was submitted, read by the Mayor and ordered filed. A list of Committees was presented by the Council. lgotion made by Combs, seconded by VanHoy to adopt as presented. Motion carried. STREETS & ALLEYS: Combs VanHoy Zier Grant FIRE & LIGHT: VanHoy James Thompson WATER & SEWER;; Zier VanHoy Combs Adams PUBLIC RELATIONS, POLICE & HEALTH Grant VanHoy Adams RECREATION_, LIBRARY, PARKS & CEMETERY: Thompson James Grant ZONING, PLANNING, BLDG. INSP., BLDGS & PROPERTY: James Zier Thompson CLAIMS. ACCOUNTING. OFFICE MANAGEMENT & SPECIAL FINANCE: Adams Grant AvnHoy James PURCHASING AGENT: Ed Thompson AIRPORT COMMITTEE: MAYOR PRO TEM: C. R. Combs VanHoy Combs Grant Zier CIVIL DEFENSE; James Combs Thompson ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Adams to adjourn to next regular meeting 8:00 P. M., Tuesday, July 1, 1958. Motion carried. aym nd Hicks, Mayor ATTEST: I City Clerk PASSED AND APPROVED THIS <9ZC DAY OF , 1958. I Adah M. Perry, City Cle I