HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-16-1961 MinutesPASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 16, 1961
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting called to order at 8:00 P. M. by Honorable 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 City
Supervisor George*R. Fisher were also present.
APPROVING THE MINUTES:
Minutes of meeting held May 2, 1961 were approved. Motion so made by Combs, seconded by
Thompson and carried.
BIDS - STEAM BOILER FOR WATER DEPARTMENT:
Three (3) bids were receiyed, opened and read as follows:
Randolph Plumbing & Heating
Pasco, Washington
Head Plumbing & Heating Co..Inc.
Pasco, Washington
Mokler Plumbing & Heating Co
Kennewick, Washington
Rite Model 63S
$
2,714.00
Tax
108.56
Total
$
2,822.56
Rite Model 63S
$
2,980.00
Tax
119.20
Total
$
3,099.20
Ajax Model SGOX-600
$
3,100.00
Tax
124.00
Total
$
3,224.00
Motion made by Moore, seconded by Grant that bids be turned to the Water Committee and Water
Superintendent with power to act. Motion carried. Whetsler stated that he would like to have
the State Inspector pass on the bids.
$10,000.00 AIRPORT BONDS:
A letter was read from Richards, Merrell & Peterson, Inc. stating they would like to be
advised by the Council when and if they wish to have them deliver the remaining $10,000.00
of Bonds for the Airport Bond Issue. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Kilbury that Richards,
Merrell & Peterson, Inc. be notified that the $10,000.00 in bonds will not be needed by the
Airport. Motion carried. Clerk to so notify Mr. Merrell.
STATE HIGHWAY ONE-HALF CENT FUEL TAX ALLOCATION:
A letter was read from W. A. Bugge submitting information pertaining to the expenditure of
proceeds from the one-half cent additional fuel tax. Statutes will be on file in the City
Engineer's Office, also the City Clerk's.Office.
TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEM AT W. LEWIS & CHASE:
A letter was read from the City Planning Commission opposing the installation of a Traffic
Control System at Chase & W. Lewis which would impede access to.the down town business
,district. It was suggested that the Clerk forward a copy of this letter to the Highway
Department.
SEVENTH BIENNIAL INLAND EMPIRE SEWAGE WORKS SCHOOL:
C. F. Whetsler requests permission for Ray Morrow, Irvin Unruh and himself to attend this
school at the Washington State University at Pullman on June 5, 6 & 7th, 1961. Motion made
by James, seconded by Thompson granting the request. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING - REZONE FROM R-2 TO M-1:
E. P. Erwen: Lots 9-13 inc. Block 13; Lots 1-26 inc. Block 14; Lots 1-10 inc. and
Lots 13-32 inc. all in Block 15; Lots 1-15 inc. and Lots 21-32 inc. all
in Block 16 and all in Gray's Amended Addition to Pasco
Port of Pasco:
That property situated in the East half (Ek) of Section 32, TWP 9, N.,
Range 30, EWM between Ainsworth Avenue on the South boundary of the
Railroad spur track East of Gray Street and West of Ash Street. (That
part in Owens Addition, according to the official plat thereof,
recorded in Volume B of Plats, Page 35; and that part in Steffins
Second Addition according to the official plat thereof recorded in
Volume "B" of plats, page 48, Records of the County Auditor.
Public hearing declared open. No one present opposed the change of zone. No protests received
by letter. Motion made by Combs, seconded by Kilbury to declare the hearing closed. Motion
carried.
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REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 16, 1961
REPORTS:
AIRPORT LEASES:
One (L) lease presented, that of Htis Randall. Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Thompson
authorizing the Mayor to sign. Motion carried.
PURCHASES:
The following purchases requested:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
Envelopes $ 35.62
PARK DEPARTMENT:
Sprinkler parts, power take -off, resuscitator,
used mower, sharpener and drawbar 836.19
WATER DEPARTMENT:
Signs, lights, book sheets,'parts, meters
and meter boxes 1,677.80
CITY TREASURER:
Adding machine & desk 658.00
CITY CLERK:
Typewriter
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Permission to call for bids on pumper fire truck
Permission to call for bids on Police Car
Motion made by Thompson, seconded.by Kilbury authorizing the Planning Commission, Park Depart-
ment and Water Department purchases and that the Fire.Department call for bids on Truck be
opened at $:QQ o'clock P. M. June 1961. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
Motion made by Thompson, seconded by Kilbury that the City Treasurer and City Clerk bring in
prices or quotations from local dealers. Motion carried.
BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS:
McRae Music Manor
Murray Construction Co
Merlin D. Giles
Norge Coin Operated Cleaning Village
F. B. Lyle
Huiibert Shell Service
Nichols Exterminating Sery
49er
K. C. Mahan Tools
Music & Instruments
Bldg Contractor
Pub Accountant
Cleaning
Automotive supply
Service station
Exterminating & spray
Drive In Cafe
Retail sales
118 N. 4th
Kennewick
117-C So. 3rd
1121 W. Court -
Hermiston
4th & Coutt
Kennewick
1844 N. Cartmell
1304 Ainsworth
Motion made by Grant, seconded by Thompson approving all applications. Motion carried.
NEW CAR- POLICE DEPARTMENT:
The Chief of Police wishes to call for bids on a new car and has one to trade in. Motion made
by Grant, seconded by James to call for bids to be opened at 2:00 P. M., Tuesday, June 6, 1961.
Motian carried.
MICKEY MUSGROVE'S DOG - PETITION:
Councilman Grant reports that the Committee with the City Attorney Richard G. Patrick met with
Mr. Musgrove who presented his side of the story regarding his dog and the neighborhood petition.
No action was taken other than informing Mr. Musgrove of the serious trouble he would be in if
the dog did get out and harmed anyone also that the neighbors are in no way prevented from bring-
ing charges.
STREET DEPARTMENT:
Councilman Combs states the street and alley cleanup job is going along nicely. Combs would
like to see Ainsworth extended from Ship to "A" Street; Street Department could make fills
when excess material is available; additional dry wells could be installed where needed. A
study will be made. Several locations were discussed also funds available. Motion made by
Combs ,,secended-+.by-Ki.lbury that the C:ity:2Engfne6kcarry out the extension of Ainsworth as
feasible. Motion carried.
WATER COMMITTEE:
Councilman Moore and Water Superintendent report that Mrs. Emma Hall, residing at 1016 East
"A" Street is in need of sewer service. The assessments are not paid and she is short of
funds and would like 90 days in which to pay the $140.00. The Council feels that this would
start a president, therefor not favored by the Council; she does not want to make a loan.
Motion made by Moore, seconded by VanHoy to refer this back to the Committee. Motion carried.
WATER & SEWER:
Mr. Frank Edgar has some unplatted property adjacent to Fire Station No. 2 on the east. Motion
made by Moore, seconded by Thompson to turn this to the Water Committee. Motion carried.
WATER SERVICE, ROAD 26 - REV. OLDS:
Rev. Olds wants service outside the city limits. Motion made by Moore, seconded by Kilbury
to turn this to the Water Committee with power to act. Motion carried.
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COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEWER QUESTION - MRS. FUTTER, NORTH 3rd:
MAY 16, 1961
A solution is being worked out. Motion made by Moore, seconded by Kilbury that this be turned
back to the committee with power to act. Motion carried.
EASEMENTS:
Two (2) Northern Pacific Easements located in the County Engineer's Office pertaining to
"A" Street crossing the railway extending x&st and Ainsworth crossing the railway at Lucas
(15th) extending on west to intersect with "A". Recorded at Court House under numbers
224442 and 224444.
Councilman Moore read the bi-monthly report.
LIBRARY -CEMETERY: Councilman Kilbury has nothing to .report on the Library Building.
Building a house and office at the Cemetery was discussed, also funds available. Motion
made by Kilbury, seconded by James that the matter of the Cemetery construction be turned
to the Cemetery Committee for study and report back to the Council. Motion carried.
LEGISLATIVE MEETING 16TH DISTRICT:
Councilman James reported on meeting held in Richland on May 11, 1961 and states that
there will be another one in Benton City on June 2, 1961 at 7:00 P. M. Voting delegates,to
attend the Annual Association of Washington Cities meeting on June 7, 8 & 9th, 1961 will be
determined. Motion made by Grant, seconded:)by Kilbury that the Mayor and Legislative Committee
Chairman James be the voting delegates and in case they cannot attend some one else be appointed
by the Mayor. Motion carried.
ANNEXATION REVIEW BOARD:
This board to consist of the Mayor, County Commission Chairman, one member of the Department
of Commerce and Economic Development State Board, School Board Chairman and one property owner
from area to be annexed. The area now in mind is bounded by the Airport, Road 36, Fishpond
and the City Limits. Robert Clark of the Clark -Coleman & Associates explained the procedures
set out by this bill following a planning commission meeting. Sewer problems to be encountered
in this area were mentioned. A meeting will be held with the Irrigation District in an effort
to resolve a few things.
READING OF ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE NO. 1032:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON,
RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE JOINT BID OF
SEATTLE -FIRST NATIONAL BANK, BLYTH & CO., INC.,
AND PACIFIC NORTHWEST COMPANY, OF SEATTLE,
JOINTLY, FOR THE ISSUE OF $350,000.00 PAR VALUE
OF "GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, 1961"; FIXING THE
INTEREST RATES ON SAID BONDS; AND PROVIDING FOR
THE IMMEDIATE PRINTING, EXECUTING, DELIVERY AND
SALE OF SAID BONDS AND FOR THE RETURN OF THE
CHECKS DEPOSITED BY THE UNSUCCESSFUL BIDDERS
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Thompson that Ordinance No. 1032 having been reviewed
by the Council be read by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1032 was read by title.
Motion made by Thompson, seconded by Kilbury that Ordinance No. 1032 has been read by title.
Motion carried. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James to adopt Ordinance No. 1032.
Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). Combs out of :the room.
ORDINANCE NO. 1033:
",% ';;:^''.t.NGAN:"ORDINANC1E'.GHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM RESIDENTIAL R-2 TO
MANUFACTURING M-1
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Moore to read Ordinance No. 1033 by title only. Motion
carridd. Ordinance No. 1033 was read by title. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Thoms-
son that Ordinance No. 1033 has been read by title. Motion carried.
Motion made by Grant, seconded by Thompson to adopt Ordinance No. 1033. Motion carried by
roll call vote of six (6). Combs out of the room.
REGULAR MEETING
PASCO, WASHINGTON
COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 16, 1961
EXECUTIVE MEETING:
VanHoy requests that Council members, Department Heads and Officers be notified to come at
7:00 P. M., May 23, 1961.
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion made by VanHoy, seconded by Thompson to adjourn to next regular meeting, 8:00 P. M.,
Tuesday, June 6, 1961..Motion carried.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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PASSED AND APPROVED THIS Z_ DAY OF Q // , 1961.
Adah M. Perry, City Clerk