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PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY2, 1960
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting called to order at 8:08 P. M. by Honorable Mayor Raymond Hicks.
ROLL CALL:
By Clerk. Councilmen present were C. R. Combs, H. C. James, Ed Thompson, T. R. VanHoy and
David Zier. Absent 1:-"2 G. A. Grant. City Attorney Richard G. Patrick and City Engineer
George R. Fisher and,Building Inspector R. B. Lovelace were present.
APPROVING THE MINUTES:
Minutes of meeting held January 19, 1960. Motion made by James, seconded by Thompson approving
the minutes. Motion carried.
BILLS & COMMUNICATIONS:
BILLS:
Current bills against the City presented and read; as follows. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded
by Thompson that all vouchers properly signed and approved be allowed. Motion carried by roll
call vote of five (5).
Current Expense
$ 31,120.10
Water Department
16,241.01
Park Department
4,468.52
Street Department
4,161.82
Airport Department
6,312.57
Cemetery Department
830.88
Golf Course
50.29
Library Department
1,409.40
Grand total for all departments $ 64,594.59
CALL FOR BIDS -FIRE DEPARTMENT STATION WAGON:
Two bids were submitted, opened and read as follows:
Graves Auto Service 1960 Dodge Dart Seneca $ 2,595.05
Kennewick, Washington Sales Tax 103.80
$ 2,698.85
Less trade in 250.00
$ 2,448.85
Farley Chevrolet Inc.
1960 Brookwood Chevrolet
$
2,450.30
Pasco, Washington
Sales Tax
98.01
$
2,548.31
Less trade in
375.00
$
2,173.31
Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by
Zier that the bids be turned to the
Fire Committee, Fire
Chief and City Engineer with power
to act. Motion carried.
KURTZMAN PARK BUILDING:
A letter was read from City Supervisor George R. Fihher stating that the contractor Hedrick
has completed the lavatory building according to specifications and recommends its acceptance.
Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Zier approving the final acceptance of this building and
the fulfillment of the contract as recommended by the City Supervisor. Motion carried.
CITY HALL FURNACE:
A letter was read from George R. Fisher stating that the furnace has been repaired and is
now working satisfactorily. A new injector nozzle and changes in the electric wiring were
made to improve performance and eliminate plugging the air intake. They recommend a chemical
additive be placed in the fuel and another chemical to be added to the boiler water. Cost
of these additives would cost approximately $110.00 per year. Fisher recommends the use of
these additives. Motion made by Thompson, seconded by Zier'to:•ref4�r: to' the.,Buildirig'Commiftee
with -power to .act. Motion- carried`:
ORLANDO EDMOND BAUMAN, 1010 SO. MAITLAND, STREET LIGHTS:
Mr. Bauman and four other property owners request street lights to be located at Maitland
and "C" and Maitland and "D" also at Lindsay and "C". Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by
Thompson to turn this request to the light committee to investigate and report at next
regular meeting. Motion carried.
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REGULAR MEETING ^y COUNCIL CHAMBERS - FEBRUARY 2, 1960
PIGS - 1010 SO. MAITLAND:
Mr. Bauman also requests permission to keep his pigs until some time in March to eat up garden
vegetables that he is unable to sell. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Thompson granting
Mr. Bauman permission to keep the pigs another sixty (60) days. Motion carried.
COMPRESSOR AND ACCESSORIES FOR WATER DEPARTMENT:
A letter was read from Water Superintendent C. F. Whetsler requesting permission to purchase
a compressor. Motion made by Zier, seconded by Thompson granting the request and calling for
bids for Tuesday, 8:00 P. M., February 16, 1960. Motion carried.
PLANNING COMMISSION - FEDERAL ASSISTANCE:
A letter was read from the Commission in regard to providing for a planning study contributing
to an over-all program for future development, community values, urban blight, general health,
safety and welfare. Requesting Federal Assistance not to exceed $6,000.00.making the estimated
cost to the City $6,000.00. The project as planned $12,000.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 458:
The City of Pasco desires to provide for a planning study contributing to an over-all program
for future community development. Motion made by James, seconded by VanHoy that Resolution
No. 458 be read in full. Motion carried. Resolution No. 458 was read in full and description
of -planning program attached and made a part. Motion made by James, seconded by Zier that
Resolution No. 458 has been given a full reading. ,Motion made by James, seconded by Zier to
adopt Resolution No. 458. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5).
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS SET ASIDE BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
STORM SEWER BOND ELECTION:
Ken Kind of the Chamber of Commerce made inquiry about the Storm Sewer Trunk installations.
A discussion followed in regard to sewer drainage; how much area wound benefit also east
side investment as to benefits received. Bond issue disapproved by some and others did not
express their opinions. Mr. Kind was getting information for the Chamber of Commerce Committee
work regarding bond issue.
TRADE STIMULATORS, ORDINANCE NO. 989:
Rev. Lester Kinsolvig charged the ordinance upheld gambling and requested the Council to
repeal the ordinance. A discussion followed and in conclusion motion was made by Thompson,
seconded by James that this matter be referred to the Police Committee, and Chief of Police
for study. Motion carried.
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS RESUMED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
REPORTS:
PURCHASES:
The following requests presented for purchases:
WATER DEPARTMENT:
PARK DEPARTMENT:
CEMETERY DEPARTMENT:
Paint, pipe, valves, fittings, billing cards,
billing paper & sprinkler heads 2,081.48
Water tank, top & prune trees,paint & labor
& material for foof 2,827.79
Lumber 94.47
Motion made by Thompson, seconded by Combs allowing purchases. Motion carried by roll call
vote of five (5).
AIRPORT LEASES:
One lease presented.
R. H. Berger dba Tri -City Auto Auction
Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Zier authorizing the Mayor to sign. Motion carried.
BUSINESS LieRN998:
Fourteen (14) applications submitted as follows:
Tri County Investigation Service Collections & Investigations
T. R. VanHoy Rentals -
Bud Rosse's Comm Photos Photography
Kut & Kurl Beauty Shop Beauty Shop
M M Mail Order Co Mail order
308 Shoshone
10th & Lewis
1811 W. Yakima
927 So. 10th
1527 N. Dakota
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PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 2, 1960
BUSINESS LICENSES (CONT):
Griggs Inn
Cafe
509 So. Main
Bur Bee Company
Distributor
Walla Walla
Washington Novelty Co
Distributor
Walla Walla
Dennis W. Anderson
Solicitor
Pasco Hotel
Edward M. Robinson
Solicitor
Pasco Hotel
Emil Komberec
SoliciVor
Pasco Hotel
Dick Ohme
Solicitor
Pasco Hotel
Central Music Co
Phonograph
Kennewick
Central Music Co
Pinb4ll machines
Kennewick
Motion made by Zier, seconded by VanHoy approving applications as submitted. Motion carried.
BUILDING INSPECTOR'S REPORT:
Report for January, 1960 was read and ordered filed.
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion made by Combs, seconded by Zier to adjourn to next regular meeting, Tuesday, 8:00 P. M.,
February 16, 1960. Motion carried.
ATTEST:
nd Hicks, Mayor
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS DAY OF Gi , 1960.
Adah M. Perry, City Clerk
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