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REGULAR MEETING MARCH 21, 1961
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Mayor Raymond Hicks.
ROLL CALL:
By Clerk. Councilmen present were C. R. Combs; G. A. Grant; H. C. James;
C. D. Kilbury; K. E. Moore; Ed Thompson and T. R. VanHoy. City Attorney
Richard G. Patrick and C:i-ty Supervisor George R. Fisher were also present.
APPROVING MINUTES:
Minutes of meeting held March 7, 1961. Motion made by James, seconded by
Thompson, approving minutes. Motion carried.
BIDS: POLICE CAR:
Three (3) bids were received, opened and read as follows:
Jerry Horrobin Ford: (117 S. Fifth; Pasco) -------------------- $ 1267.68:
1961 Ford Fairlane Four Door Sedan:
Base Price
$
2460.50
V-8 Engine
116.00
Fordomatic
189.60
Oil Filter
std.
Oil Bath Air Cleaner
std.
Magicaire Heater
75.10
$
2841.20
Less Excise Tax
197.50
$
2643.70
Less Discount
463.22
$
2180.48
Sales Tax
87.20
$
2267.68
Less Trade-in 1959 Rambler
Ambassador
1000.00
(Delivery in approximately
21 days)
$
1267.68
Farley Chevrolet, Inc.: (3rd &
Columbia) ----------------------
$ 1573.78:
1961 Chevrolet Model 1269
equipped as
per specifications.
List Price
$
2402.75
Excise Tax
- 196.35
$
2206.40
Sales Tax
96.08
$
2302.48
Less Trade-in 1959 Rambler
775.00
(Immediate delivery)
$
1573.78
Stromme Motor Sales: (P.O. Box
811) ---------------------------
$ 1885.35:
1961 Pontiac Catalina Sedan:
Base Price $ 2902.00
Access. (as per specifications) 240.87
$ 3142.87
Less Excise Tax 212.72
$ 2930.15'
State Tax 117.20
$ 3047.35
Less Trade-in 1959 Rambler 1162.00
$ 1885.35
Motion made by James, seconded by Thompson, that bids be turned to Police
Committee and Police Chief for i-�ecommendation at next regular meeting. Dis-
cussion followed relative to money not being available in the General Fund,
need for car at;-4the present time, and other reasons for not authorizing call
for bid at an earlier date. Motion withdrawn. Motion made by James, seconded
by Thompson that the Police Committee and Chief of Police check the bids and
report back at this meeting. Motion carried. Chief McKibbin, James, Ki1bury
and Combs took bids to the Engineer's Office.
Having a quorum, the meeting continued. When the Council Committee returned
to the Chamber, motion was made by James, seconded by Kilbury to accept the
lowest and best bid of Jerry Horrobin Ford on a new 1961 Ford Fairlane four -
door sedan in the total amount of $1,267.68. Motion carried by roll call
vote of six (6), Councilman Grant voting "No" account discussion made at time
of Bid Call, February 21, 1961.
WASHINGTON STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION: (C.S. #1102 PSH No. 3 Pasco, Vicinity
Oakley's Riverside Addition)
A letter was read from R. H. Pyle, District Engineer, with reference to the
vacation of certain county roads, part of which form the right-of-way for the
outfall sewer from West Lewis Street, and suggesting that the City make ar-
rangements to maintain the right of access for maintenance, if the vacation
affects the outfall.right of way. City Supervisor states a hearing will be
held on this vacation of street at the Court House April 4, 1961 -- It may
PASCO WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCL CHAMBERS MARCH 21, 1961
be that the City will need a site in this area for a sewer intercepter.
Councilman Moore thinks there is a lack of coordination between the County
and City, the City should have information on anticipated changes such as
vacations, water, sewer line easements etc. Motion made by Moore, seconded
by James,that the City Supervisor set up a meeting between the City Council
and County Commissioners and both -Planning Commissions for a discussion of
boundary problems, before April 4, 1961. Motion carried.
PASCO MUNICIPAL AIRPORT -- PROJECT NO. 9-45-060-03 RUNWAY EXTENSION:
A letter was read from RICHARD T. PUCKEY, District Airport Engineer, Federal
Aviation Agency, Seattle, stating plans and specifications have been received
in good order and approved by them. All preliminary requirements of the Federal
Aviation Agency have now been met, and the City of Pasco may now advertise for
bids. They request two (2) copies of newspaper clippings of the Public Adver-
tisement for Bids for their records. Following bid opening, they will need two
(2) copies of a summary of detailed bids received with recommendation for award
of contract. Following study of this summary, they will be in a position to
concur and to take necessary steps to procure a grant offer of Federal funds
for the project. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Kilbury, to call for
Sealed Bids Tuesday, April 11, 1961, :1:OO'P.M. for the extension of Runway
20 R - 2 L at the Pasco Municipal Airport. Specifications to be furnished by
the Engineering Department. Motion Carried.
FENCE -- 414 West Bonneville:
A letter was read from Mary Ellison, requesting permission to build a"four-foot
(41) basket fence, across the back and half way up the east side line of pro-
perty. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Kilbury, granting the request.
Motion carried.
L.I.D. NO. 63 -- INVESTMENT:
A letter was read from City Treasurer, Mary Ellison, stating the Finance Com-
mittee desires to invest approximately $12,000.00 in 180 -day government notes
on or before the first day of April, 1961. This to be authorized by Resolu-
tion.-
AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE:
A letter was read from C. F. Whetsler, Water Superintendent, requesting per-
mission for George R. Fisher and himself to attend this conference in Victoria,
B.C., April 26, 27 and 28, 1961 expenses for this conference were allowed in
the 1961 budget. Motion made by Moore, seconded by Thompson, granting permis-
sion as requested. Motion carried.
COLUMBIA TELEVISION, INC.:
A letter was read from C. M. Kir-keeng, General Manager of the above Incorporation
regarding change in ownership and name of Columbia T.V. Also, a letter from
City Attorney in answer to Mr.. Kirkeeng was read asking that their attorney
draw.up forms necessary and appropriate to effectuate the matter.
L. HAVSTAD -- WATER SERVICE, AMENDED PLAT PIERRETT'S SUB -DIVISION:
C;letter was read from C. F. Whetsler, Water Superintendent, stating Mr. Haystad
has submitted a proposition for consideration:
The latest proposition for Mr. Haystad is as follows:
He would like to have water to serve lots on Road 40, Block 5, in Amended
Plat of Pierrett's Sub -Division.
1. On lot 9, Mr. Haystad wants to know if he could have a 1" line installed
on Riverhaven Street to serve this lot.
2. Being that all property on West side of Road 40 is platted to the North
and South and does not face Road 40, he feels that he should only have to
pay one-half the cost to install a 6" line.
3. Allow him to build his own line on Road 40 with 4" Transite or Steel.
Motion made by Moore, seconded by VanHoy that this be turned to the Water Com-
mittee for study. Motion carried.
SIDEWALK WAIVER -- 128 S. Waldemar:
ARTHUR JONES requests a waiver of Ordinance 891, on property described as fol-
lows: "The South 100' of Lot 2, Block 2, and the North 25' of Lot 3, Block 2,
Acre Park Addition to the City of Pasco, Washington (sidewalk 1251)"
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by VanHoy, to grant the waiver by agreement and
authorize the Mayor to sign. Motion carried.
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REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS MARCH 21, 1961
REPORTS:
PURCHASES:
The following requests presented for authorization:
Cemetery Department:
100 sacks cement; 30 bags fertilizer and tax
Street Department:
250 R-19 Signs 12"x18" (plain steel) - approx.
Airport Department:
Exterior paint plus tax
Water Department:
20 gallons paint; two meter tubes;
50 sewer rod sections; one 8" root saw;
1 set tools for rodder; 24 flasks;
14 concrete meter vaults; 15 relocator yoke;
2040' copper tube; fire hydrant drip washers
and gate rubbers; 12 typewriter ribbons
Total -- All Departments
$ 275.60
300.00
772.20
2,366.8.4
$ 3,714.64
Motion made by Thompson, seconded by James,"granting purchases as, -,requested.
Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6).
AIRPORT LEASES:
Three (3) leases submitted as follows:
Jackson's Inc.:
Room 181x42' in the South end of Building #69. April 1, 1961 to March 31, 1962.
$35.00 per month, first and last month paid. For storage of restaurant and
grocery items.
Georgia Pacific Corp.:
Building #85 and Lean-to, from March 1961 on month to month basis until new
lease of facilities to be rented at airport is negotiated.
Buchanan News Agency:
Building #101 - April 1, 1961 to April
$125.00 per month for -duration of this
in the amount of $2,500.00.
1, 1963, Amendment to existing lease --
lease and to install heating equipment
Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Thompson authorizing the Mayor to sign as
approved by Airport Committee. Motion carried.
TRI -CITIES NATIONAL BANK:
Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Kilbury, authorizing the City Treasurer to
deposit $25,000.00 in the Tri -Cities National Bank when possible and money is
available. Motion Carried. Treasurer would rather not make this a checking
account. State Examiner was present, he suggested this bea dormant account
and two checking accounts would be better.
AIRPORT REVENUE BONDS $60,000.00 PROPOSAL:
Read by VanHoy: Paine -Rice and Company; Richards, Merrill & Peterson, Inc.
submitted the following proposal for purchase of bonds. They will pay $98.00
for each $100.00 par value of bonds, for bonds with coupon rates as follows:
July 1, 1962 to July 1, 1971, inc. 4z%
July 1, 1972 to July 1, 1981, inc. 4-3/4%
In addition will pay accrued interest from date of issue to date of issue to
date of delivery to us. If legally possible would prefer the bonds be dated
April 1, 1961 instead of March 1, 1961, not a condition of the proposal. Cer-
tified check enclosed in the amount of $3,000.00. Mr. Mc Rea of the Pasco Branch
of the Seattle First National Bank stated that $50,000.00 could be drawn first
and the balance when needed if the Council desired to do it that way. Motion
made by VanHoy, seconded by Kilbury, to accept the proposal presented by Paine -
Rice & Co., Richards, Merrill & Peterson Inc. as read, and tender to Weter
Roberts & Shefelman for their appropriate action. Motion carried by roll call
vote 6f six (6). Councilman Grant excused from the meeting.
PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS MARCH 21, 1961
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BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS:
Sixteen applications read as follows:
Eugene V. Cronin
Hazel's Beauty Shop
Carlyle's Vacuum Service
Farmer Bros. N.W. Inc.
Mary Woolwine
George Bright
Judy Zimmerman
Richard Reinholtz
Jo -Ann Pate
Curio Imports
P & F Lawn & Spray
All State Aluminum Pro.
Vince's Flying "Alm
Imperial Builders & Supply Co.
F. H. Arnold
Cook's Un i -on 76
1313 N. Meridian
1328 Sylvester
723 West Lewis
606 Lincoln Ave; Yakima, Wn.
Double D. Motel
Double D. Motel
Double D. Motel
Double D: Motel
Double D. Motel
215 N. Fourth Ave.
23rd and Court
N. 2518 Division; Spokane
1019 Court
3146 N. Division
3146 N. Division
530 West Lewis
Contractor
Beauty Shop
Vacuum Sales & Repr. .
Restaurant Supply
Solicit, Hardel
Solicit, Hardel
Solicit, Hardel
Solicit, Hardel
Solicit, Hardel
Curio & gifts
Spray
Contractor
Service Station
Contractor
Solicit, Imperial
Service Station
Motion made by Moore, seconded by Kilbury, approving applications as presented.
Motion carried.
PARKING METER SKETCH:
Councilman James presented suggestions for the operation of the new parking meter
system; formal action of the Council is requested to set up policy desired. A
sketch was studied which indicated the streets and locations for installation
area to be covered as follows:
1. Area to be Covered:
a. Lewis Street - 1st Ave. to 8th Ave.
b. Clark Street - 1st Ave. to 5th Ave.
C. Columbia Street - 2nd Ave. to 5th Ave.
d. 2nd Ave. - Columbia Street to Clark Street
e. 3rd Ave. - Columbia Street to Clark Street
f. 4th Ave. - South Street to Bonneville Street
g. 5th Ave. - Columbia Street to Clark Street
h. City Hall Parking Lot - 20 spaces plus spaces (to be metered) for City
Vehicles.
i. Columbia Street Lot - 40 spaces.
2. Meter Charges:
a. 5¢ per hour - 2 hour limit for all but Columbia Street Lot.
b. Columbia Street Lot - 5¢ for 2 hours, 8 hour limit.
C. Pennies and courtesy envelopes to be eliminated.
3. Parking time 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. except Sundays and 'following legal
holidays:
New Year's Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day (July 4th)
Labor Day
Armistice Day (Veteran's Day)
Thanksgiving
Christmas
4. 2 -hour Parking Signs to be erected on 1st Avenue from Columbia Street
to Clark Street.
5. All Painting to be part of contract - Estimate $600.00
A discussion followed relative to employee's cars; some favored reserving space,
others did not. Motion made by James, seconded by Moore, that the suggested re-
commendations be approved as read -- more discussion -- Motion and second with-
drawn. Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury, accepting and approving re-
commendations as read with the exception of fourteen (14) spaces on City Hall lot,
for later consideration -- more discussion -- Amendment to the motion made by
Kilbury, seconded by James, to have (Posts Only) installed on fourteen (14) spaces
west of City Hall -- Amendment carried. Original Motion carried as placed with
amendment.
STREET COMMITTEE:
Councilman Combs states no gravel, no report. Dry wells are holding up good and
requests for more continues.
Park Superintendent Wyman expressed his appreciation on the way the Golf Course
road had been graded and put in good condition. Desire to oil this road was
mentioned.
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REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS MARCH 21, 1961
WATER:
Councilman Moore read the Water Report. A request has been received relative
to a sewer extension on Pearl west of Chase to Road 22. Sewer,Service for Sprouse '
Addition and parts of Lewis Addition; also Krudwig and Cooney property... --Bonnie
Brae Motel need a larger water service. Water and sewer service need to serve
six (6) acres just east of Bonnie Brae Motel.
Filtration Plant grounds have been seeded.
Pumpsmotors for No. 2, 3 and 4 pumps have been repaired, and installed. Pump
No. 3 may need add i t.i,ona 1 work.
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE & GENERAL: SPECIAL & MAJOR JOBS -- Filter plant detailed
reports are in progress.
PARKS. RECREATION AND GOLF COURSE:
Councilman Kilbury read Mr. Wyman's report.for Golf Course Revenue:
January, 1961 $ :955.68
February, 1961 2,006.23
21 days in March2,138.72 or approximately $100.00 per day.
CONVENTION TACOMA:
Mr. Wyman requested authority to attend a convention in Tacoma April 9 to 12 in—
clusive. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Moore, authorizing request, expense
to be paid out of Mayor's budget. Motion carried.
LIBRARY G. 0. B.
Councilman Kilbury read a letter from Weter Roberts & Shefelman with Original
and three (3) copies of an Ordinance providing for issuance and sale of the
$350,000.00 bonds, also an Original and two (2) copies of Notice of Bond Sale.
Procedure details were set out step by step. This Ordinance (No. 1025) will be
read with Ordinance and Resolutions.
VICTOR 'Li..LWULFF, ARCHITECT:
A letter from Mr. Wulff was read by Councilman KilburK, five items were spelled
out and information requested, such as "City of Pasco' owner of Library "Yes";
Voucher information also warrants, bid opening etc. City Attorney again stated�r'.
that the Library Board and City Council should work real close on this project
in order for everything to work smoothly and no mis—understandings. City Super—
visor to answer Mr. Wulff's letter furnishing needed information.
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PASCO MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, PASCO"�':WA'SHINGTON (PROPOSED LEASE FOR RESTAURANT &
LOUNGE BUILDING):
A letter was read from the Federal Aviation Agency, Seattle District, signed
by RICHARD T. PUCKEY in answer to George R. Fisher's letter of March 15, 1961,
asking whether or not the FAA would object to the City of Pasco leasing grounds
next to the Pro—Shop located on the Golf Course grounds.
He states it does not appear that a lease of grounds in this area will be ob—
jectionable, providing certain conditions are met. Three (3) stipulations are
spelled out and suggest -they be embraced in the lease:
"l. There is hereby reserved t6 the Lessors, their successors and assigns,
for the use and benefit of the public, a right of flight 'for the passage
of aircraft in the air space above the surface of the premises herein
leased, together with the right to cause in said air space such noise
as may be inherent in the operation of aircraft, now known or here—
after used for navigation of or flight in the air, using said air
space or landing at, taking off from or operating on the Pasco Municipal
Airport.
2. The lessee hereby covenants for itself, successors and assigns that it
will not erect nor permit the erection of any structures nor permit the
growth of any trees thereon which would be an airport hazard within the
standards established under the Federal Aviation Agency Technical Standard
Order N18, as amended.
3. The lessee hereby covenants for itself, successors and assigns that it will
not make use of said property in any manner which might interfere with the
landing and taking 'off of aircraft from said airport or otherwise con—
stitute an airport hazard.
(It is suggested that the lease include a 90—day cancellation clause as a
safeguard in the event the property is required for airport purposes by the
City.)"
RESOLUTION NO. 481:
A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOROTHE
INVESTMENT OF APPROXIMATELY $12,000.00
FROM THE L.I.D. #63 ASSESSMENT FUND.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Thompson that Resolution No. 481, be read.
Motion carried. Resolution No. 481 was read. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded
by Thompson that Resolution No. 481 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made
by Kilbury, seconded by Thompson to adopt Resolution No. 481. Motion carried by
roll call vote of six (6), Councilman Grant had been excused.
PASCO, WASHINGTON
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PLANNING COMMITTEE & LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE:
Councilman James reports for the Planning Committee and the Legislative
Committee. Comprehensive Plan reported by Clark—Cdleman and Associates
coming along o.k. A Dinner Meeting wi.11 be held Thursday, April 13, 1961
at 7:00 P.M. in Kennewick for discussions. James attended a Richland City
Council meeting.
READING OF ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE NO. 1025:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASCO,
WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR THE IS—
SUANCE, SPECIFYING THE MATURITIES
AND MAXIMUM INTEREST RATE, AND FIX—
ING THE FORM OF $350,000.00 PAR
VALUE OF "GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS,
1961", AUTHORIZED BY THE QUALIFIED
VOTERS OF THE CITY AT A SPECIAL E—
LECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 8, 1960,
IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE STATE GEN—
ERAL ELECTION HELD ON THE SAME DATE,
PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 1006; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF THE BONDS.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Moore that in Section 2, insert the date
June 1, 1066; Section 6 insert the date May 2, 1961, 2:00 P.M. o'clock in—
stead of 8:00 o'clock P.M. Blanks be filled in and changes made as stated.
Motion carried.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Moore that Ordinance No. 1025 be read by title
only. Motion carried. Each member studied th6 ordinance before this meeting.
Ordinance No. 1025 was read by title. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by
Thompson that Ordinance No. 1025 has been read by title. Motion carried. Motion
made by Kilbury, seconded by Thompson, to adopt Ordinance No. 1025. Motion car—
ried by roll call vote of six (6). Grant had been excused from the meeting.
ORDINANCE NO. 10,26:
AN ORDINANCE SETTING FORTH RESIDENCE
QUALIFICATIONS OF APPOINTIVE OFFICIALS
AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF(PASCO.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Moore, that Ordinance No. 1026 be read
by title. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1026 was read by title. Motion
made by Moore, seconded by Kilbury that Ordinance No. 1026 be amended to
read in Section three (3) last line inserting after the word "days" (after
employment or appointment, or). Motion carried.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Combs that Section four (4) be amended
�r by deleting "plus probationery peridd" in line two of that section. Motion
carried. Discussion followed. Moore suggested that this ordinance be held
up for two more weeks. (No adoption action taken.)
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion made by Combs, seconded by-VanHoy to adjourn to next regular meeting,
Tuesday, 8:00 P.M., April 4, 1961. Motion carried.
ymond Hicks, Mayor
attest:
Adah M. Perry, City Cle k
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PASSED AND APPROVED THIS day of - , 1961.
Adah M. Perry, City