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PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS NOVEMBER 18, 1958
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting called to order at 8:00 P. M. Honorable Mayor Raymond Hicks presiding.
ROLL CALL:
By Clerk. Councilmen present were 0. C. Adams, C. R. Combs, G. A. Grant, H. C. James, Ed
Thompson „ T. R. VanHoy and David Zier. City Attorney Richard G. Patrick was present.
APPROVING OF THE MINUTES:
Minutes of meeting held November 4, 1958 were approved. Motion so made by Combs, seconded by
Thompson and carried.
COMMUNICATIONS:
LOADING ZONE, 126 W. LEWIS:
A letter was read from L. S. Moore making inquiry as to what had been done about establishing a
loading zone for Herbert. H. Boots, d/b/a Electro Glo Company. Grant reports on this when the
Chief of Police McKibbin:-arrived. Motion made by Grant, seconded by Zier to permit a loading
zone of 22' to accommodate a one ton or one and one-half ton truck at the driveway. Motion_
carried.
ESQUATZEL CANAL, BUREAU OF RECLAMATION FILE NO. 760, TRACT 10929:
A letter. from T. Torkelson to the Mayor and dated November 7, 1958 was read. This refers to
their letter of June 5, 1956 whereby the Bureau offered to purchase a perpetual right of way
and flowage easement across 559.1 acres of Airpprt property; now they wish to know the intention
regarding the acceptance or refusal of the offer. It was agreed that the Airport Manager investig-
ate the findings thus far and recommend to his committee. No other action taken,
GAS INSTALLERS BOND ORDINANCE NO. 868, SECTION 11:
A letter was read from Howard D. Long, United Pacific Insurance Company, Yakima, Washington, to
the City Attorney relative to expiration time of the bond as related to the installers business
license. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Grant to turn this to the City Attorney and Build-
ing Inspector. Motion carried.
E. L. STANDLEY, INSURANCE & BOND (GOLF COURSE):
A letter to Mayor Hicks from Dunning -Ray Insurance Agency was read. No mention was made in the
original bid of the liability insurance or bond. The contract required Mr. Standley to carry
Bond of $6,000.00 and liability insurance of $50/150,000; property damage of $50,000 with a'
special endo4Fsement holding the City harmless in the amount of $190.00. Motion made by VanHoy,
seconded by Thompson that ,the City take care of this expenditure in the amount of $190.00.,
Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). Grant out of the meeting.
HADEN DRILLING COMPANY - FLOYD A. HADEN:
Proposal on setting turbine pump 100' deeper into the well or a total of 230'; original setting
is 130': 10 - ten ft. lengths of 8" column and shaft w/bearings $950.00
Pulling the pump and changing bowl assembly and
resetting pump 450.00
Total $1400.00
Labor cost to include cl6aning any sand or other
material from the well so that the well is clean
and open to its total drilled depth
Motion made by James, seconded by Adams that the work be done as proposed; Discussion followed
relative to contacting other well drillers. James withdrew his motion and Adams withdrew his
second. Motion made by James, seconded by VanHoy to turn this to the Golf Course Committee for
report. Motion carried.
WESTERN MATERIALS INC. (CENTRIFUGAL PUMP FOR GOLF COURSE)
A letter was read from Park Superintendent Harold Wyman and Paul Cazeneuve, Golf Course Superintendent
recommending the acceptance of this installation as completed andlapproved. Motion made by VanHoy,
seconded by Thompson approving for final acceptance of pump installation as recommended by Wyman
and Cazeneuve. Motion carried.
RAYMOND IDE AND DON NORVELL ( SILT FOR SEALING LAKE)
A letter was read from Wyman and Cazeneuve stating that the hauling of silt has been completed as
of September 17, 1958 and recommend the approval as completed. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by
Adams approving final acceptance of the silt hauling as recommended. Motion carried.
AIRPORT RUNWAY RESURFACING, 20R -2L:
A letter was read from City Engineer George R. Fisher stating that this job has been completed and
recommends the acceptance pending approval by the CAA. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Adams
to approve final acceptance of the Runway Oiling Contract as completed upon approval of the CAA.
Motion carried.
GOLF COURSE - E. L. STANDLEY CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED:
A letter signed by Harold Wymandand Paul Cazeneuve states that Standley has completed his
contract and recommends the acceptance. Motion made by Grant, seconded by Thompson approving
` Standley's contract for final acceptance. Motion carried unanimous.
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COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SWIMMING POOL OPERATION REPORT FOR 1958:
Park Superintendent Harold A. Wyman reports on expense:
Total gross amount $10,075.05
Total operating expense 7,306.91
Total net profit 2,768.14
Report 6rdered filed.
C. F. WHETSLER'S REPORT FROM WASHINGTON STATE COLLEGE:
NOVEMBER 18, 1958
Mr. Whetsler submits a favorable report on short course for Filter Plant Operators. Same was
read and ordered filed.
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS SET ASIDE.
PETITION FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS:
�L A petition signed by approximately 300 signers was presented by George E. Heidlebaugh, requesting
equal treatment in street improvements at public expense with the rest of the City of Pasco.
After petition was read they requested that it be turned to the Street Committee, for favorable
action. Mrs. Sheppard spoke of funds invested instead of being used for improvements. Councilman
Adams read a report as to how these investments had to be made according to law. Transfer order
vetoed by the Mayor was discussed. VanHoy stated that there is money in the 1959 Budget for
street oiling. Mrs. Sheppard requested that a motion be made turning this petition tb the Street
Committee. Discussion followed. No action taken. Mr. Sheppard states he has never received a
refund on sewer he installed at North 4th and Court Street. City Engineer to check and advise
Mr. Sheppard.
Sidewalk installation was discussed. City Engineer answering questions.
Mayor declared the discussion closed to go on with regular order of business.
PLANNING COMMISSION -SERVICE STATION BOUNDARY LINES:
A letter was read from the Planning Commission requesting favorable action on Ordinance No. 941
in its present form.
ORDINANCE NO. 941:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 886
AND PASCO CITY CODE 5-5.04, 5-5.08, 5-5.12 AND 5-5.16
AS THEY NOW EXIST: AND BEING AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING
TO USES PERMITTED, HEIGHT LIMITATIONS, AND YARD RE-
QUIREMENTS IN A C-1, COMMERCIAL DISTRICT: AND REPEAL-
ING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH
Motion made by James, seconded by Grant to adopt Ordinance No. 941. Motion lost by roll call
vote of four (4) to three (3). Adams, Combs, VanHoy and Zier voting "no". Grant, James and
Thompson voting "yes".
VACATING "T" ALLEY IN BLOCK 4, NORTHERN PACIFIC IST ADDITION:
Letter of October 3, 1958 referred to by Committee installing gates so armory equipment may be
secure would be ok. City Engineer states a 4" gas line; 8" sewer line and a 10" water line
are in the alley. City Attorney states an easement could be retained or a clause making utility
service available whenever necessary drawn up in an agreement. Motion made by Grant, seconded
by Thompson thatthe City Attorney prepare Resolution for vacation of "T" alley in Block 4,
Northern Pacific 1st Addition. City Clerk to nequest $75.00 deposit as per Ordinance No. 650.
Motion carried.
READING OF ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE NO. 948:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING THE WEST HALF OF THE ALLEY
IN BLOCK 1, RICHARDSON ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE
PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME "C!' OF PLATS, PAGE
40, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Motion made by Adams, seconded by Thompson to read Ordinance No. 948 by title. Motion carried.
Ordinance No. 948 was read by title. Motion made by Grant, seconded by Thompson that Ordinance
No. 948 has been given a reading by title. Motion carried. Motion made by Adams, seconded by
Zier to adopt Ordinance No. 948. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
REPORTS:
CITY HALL ROOF REPAIRS:
Prices submitted by two companies as follows:
Royal Company Inc. Apply Fry F-10 Flaft ng as per specification
along north and east side of Parapet wall on
main roof deck $ 546.00
Apply 90 lb. mineral surfaced Flashing along
south and west side of parapet wall of main
deck $ 245.00
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L. W. Vail Company Inc.: We will spud back the gravel eighteen (18)
inches and apply 1 ply 45# felt and 1 ply
of 90# mineral surface paper in mastic, and
replace the gravel. (East and North wall)
We will do this for $ 210.00
Motion made by James, seconded by Thompson to accept the proposal of L. W. Vail upon receipt
of portion covering flashing. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7),.
BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS:
Five (5) applications received as follows:
Bob's Richfield Station
Service Station
1108 W.
Sylvester
Joseph L. Newport
Sell Walnuts
1318 E.
Lewis
Bill's Hi Power Station
Service Station
402 N.
4th
Central Heating & Plumbing
Gas Installer
Yakima
Bert Fontagnere
Food supplements
322 W,
Lewis
Carl's Highway Service
Service Station
2411 E.
Lewis
Motion made by Grant, seconded by Thompson that licenses be issued as requested. Motion carried.
HIWAY SERVICE STATION, 2411 E. LEWIS, PHILLIPS "66", 4 PUMPS:
Mrs. Carl Marchbank made application for business license on June 30, 1958 and was told she did
not pay the 1957 license, whereby she refused to pay for 1957 or 1958; wished to talk this over
with Mr. Marchbank. They were informed that they turn this to the Council for consideration;
this they chose to do. Following a short discussion motion was made by Grant, seconded by
Thompson that Carl Marchbank pay for the 1957 and 1958 as per ordinance. Motion carried.
PURCHASES:
The following purchases were requested:
ENGINEER: Ageproof drafting film $ 43.60
POLICE: Federal enlarger 113.44
STREET: Rubber base traffic paint 67.17
WATER: Peter cap, meters, gaskets, spindle; feeder,
tubes and heating element 442.78
Motion made by Grant, seconded by Thompson that all purchases be approved. Motion carried by
roll call vote of seven (7).
AIRPORT LEASES:
Five (5) leases presented as follows:
L. W. Hales d/b/a Herts Rent-A-Car
Mrs. Roy White & Roy White
Twin City Construction Company
W. R. Pilgreen
A. R. Sime and/or Sime Construction Co.
Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Combs authorizing the Mayor to sign. Motion carried.
NEW DUMP SITE:
Dump site located in the SWk of Section 15, Tw 9. Construction of road north from the Kahlotus
Road to the dump was discussed. In conclusion motion made by Combs, seconded by Thompson that
the City participate in completion of this road to the extent of equipment and labor. Motion
carried.
WASH WATER PUMP ALARM:
Prices were obtained as follows:
Pasco Electric Company
Empire Electric Company
$ 561.78
786.00
Motion made by Zier, seconded by Grant to accept the lowest price of Pasco Electric. Motion
carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
PUMP STATION HEATERS:
Prices obtained.as follows:
Pasco Electric Company $ 873.00
Empire Electric Company 1,383.00
Motion made by Zier, seconded by Thompson to accept the lowest price of Pasco Electric. Motion/
carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
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REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS NOVEMBER 18 1958
STREET LIGHT FIXTURES FOR MOTELS ON NORTH 4TH AVENUE:
Installing old street light fixtures in the vicinity of three motels on North 4th Avenue -
Starlite, Desertaire and Cinderella was considered. Adding lights to the P. U. D. Contract
was considered. Councilman VanHoy to check with P. U. D. Light Committee to investigate as
to h6w many lights would be needed and report at next regular meeting.
RESOLUTION NO. 428:
A RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $2,030.00 FROM
"PLANNING ENGINEER'S SERVICES" UNDER THE PLANNING
COMMISSION SECTION OF THE 1958 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
PASCO TO "ATTORNEY'S SALARY" UNDER THE LEGAL DEPART-
MENT SECTION OF SAID BUDGET, UNDER THE TERMS OF R.C.
W. 35.33.120
Motion made by Adams, seconded by James that Resolution No. 428 be read. Motion carried.
Resolution No. 428 was read. Motion made by Adams, seconded by Thompson that Resolution
No. 428 has been read. Motion made by Adams, seconded by Zier to adopt Resolution No. 428.
Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). Grant had been excused.
AGREEMENT ON IBM EQUIPMENT:
City Clerk submitted contract to cover maintenance work and parts on two typewriters. Motion
made by Thompson, seconded by Grant to accept the agreement. Motion carried.
GOLF COURSE GROUND WATER APPLICATION:
City Attorney spoke to the Council in regard to making application to the Department of Con-
servation & Development. Motion made by Combs, seconded by Thompson authorizing application
to be made by the City Attorney and the Mayor to sign the application. Motion carried.
BUDGET: Budget report for all departments for the month of October, 1958 was furnished each
member by the City Clerk.
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion made by Adams, seconded by Combs to adjourn to next regular meeting, Tuesday, December
2, 1958 at 8:00 P. M. Motion carried.
Ra o d Hicks, Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS DAY OF , 1958.
Adah M. Perry, City Cl