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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-05-1963 MinutesPASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Honorable Mayor T. R. Van Hoy. ROLL CALL: By Clerk. Councilmen present were G. E. Carter, L. R. Diemond, R. L. Greenlee, Ed Hendler, H..C. James, C. D. Kilbury and. A. D. Stanley. City Attorney Richard G. Patrick and City Super- visor/Engineer George R. Fisher were present. APPROVING MINUTES (Of Meetings Held January 15 and January 18, 1963). BILLS: Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury approving minutes of January 15, 1963 as written. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury approving minutes of January 18, 1963 as written. Motion carried. PAYMENT OF BILLS: Current bills against the City presented as follows: Current Expense Water Department Street Department Cemetery Department W & S. - Prin. & Int. --1957 L. I. D. #66 LIC. & A. Library Department Park Department Golf Course Const. Golf Course Total, All Departments -- $ 30t9n.49 38,396.14 5,142.15 1,653.09 1,472.78 14,092.09 2,643.64 1,.9'77. L70 2,572.81 7,320.00 1,545.78 $'99,908.67 Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury, that all vouchers properly signed and approved be paid. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6) - Greenlee out of the chamber. $500.00 claim by voucher for Ridgway & Worley presented: Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that this voucher be approved for payment. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). COMMUNICATIONS: CLARK COLEMAN & RUPEIKS, INC. (Contract No. 340): Monthly progress report on comprehensive plan was read -- project 95% complete at this time. Also, included 1980 projected traffic volumes on proposed major road system. Met with W. M. Foster, "5 District Highway Engineer relative to Sylvester Street interchange. Planning consultants projections ."-differ from State Highway volumes, as a result certain changes in the Sylvester and Court Street interchanges were -.,suggested. CALL FOR BIDS ON LOADER: A letter was read from City Supervisor/Engineer recommending that bids be called March 5, 1963 at 2:00 P.M. for one four (4) wheel drive loader, 1-1/4 cu. yd. bucket equipped with a four -in -one bucket. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James to call for bids as requested, City Supervisor to furnish specifications. Motion carried. TRANSFER --$5,500.00 - 4% (PARK): A letter was read from the Park Board requesting a temporary loan for Operation and Maintenance expended until tax monies are available in April, 1963. The Finance Committee recommends this amount be transferred from the Arterial Street Fund at 4% interest. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley that the recommendation be accepted. Motion carried. (Resolution No. 532 will be read under Resolutions). RESIGNATION: L. S. MOORE$ (PLANNING COMMISSION): A letter was.s read from L. S. Moore tendering his resignation effective immediately. Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury that the resignation be accepted and a letter of appreciation be written by the Mayor. Motion carried. RESIGNATION of C. L. McKEEVER: A letter was read from C. L. McKeever stating he was resigning effective Feburary 15, 1963. A letter from McKeever to Buck Whetsler was also read. ANNUAL ROAD BUILDERS' CLINIC: City Supervisor George R. Fisher, requests permission to attend the clinic as stated March 13, 14, and 15, 1963, At:'.the-:�Washington State University. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Diemond authorizing request. Motion carried. VACATION ORDINANCE (No. 1077) DISCUSSION & REQUESTED HELD UP: A letter signed by"six (6) Department Managers was read requesting this Ordinance not be voted on for final passage to give Department Heads an opportunity to discuss the ordinance further. Meeting set for February 14, 1963, in Mayor's Office. PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS PUBLIC HEARING -- EMERGENCY ORDINANCE 1076 -- CAR PAYMENT: Notice of Public Hearing was read. Mayor VanHoy declared the hearing open. No objections registered at the hearing and no written objections received, no questions by the Council. Mayor declared the hearing closed. Ordinance will be read under "Reading of Ordinances". PUBLIC HEARING on Business License Renewal (DOROTHY'S BEAUTY NOOK) [OCCUPANCY]: Notice of Public Hearing was read. Mayor VanHoy declared the hearing open. Three (3) letters were read from R. E. Noonan, 1712 N. Mead Avenue. Mrs. Wolfe of 1716 N. Mead presented her appoint- ment book for observation of the Council also asked to see picture of parked cars submitted by Mr. Noonan. This practice--, created the parking conjestion as claimed by Mr. Noonan. All present were given an opportunity to be heard. Mayor VanHoy declared the hearing closed. Upon recommendation of the Planning Commission and Building Inspector's report on his findings, Motion made by James, seconded by Greenlee that Business License be issued. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Greenlee, authorizing occupancy permit at this location. Motion carried. CIVIL DEFENSE DIRECTOR - KARL CASEY: An inventory listing communications equipment owned by the City for the Civil Defense department was submitted for the records. Mr. Casey stated the program was under way. REPORTS: FROM COMMITTEES FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT -- $10,000.00 investment. The Finance Committee recommends that $10,000.00 of the Firemen's Pension Fund be invested with the First Federal Savings and Loan of Walla Walla, Washington. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley that the recommendation of the committee be accepted. Motion carried. PARK DEPARTMENT LOAN -- by transfer A letter was read from Tella Riddle, Deputy Treasurer, stating the Finance Committee held a meeting February 4, 1963 to consider a temporary transfer roan to operate the Park Department until tax money is received in April, 1963. The Committee recommends that $5,500.00 be loaned from the Arterial Street Fund at 4% interest to be set up as required, as specified in Resolution No. 532. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley that recommendations be approved. Motion carried. Resolution No. 532 will be read under "Reading of Resolutions". FIRE BLANKET INSURANCE: Councilman Kilbury stated the Fire Committee recommends the Blanket Policy payment be split between the Water Department and Current Expense (67.8% Water and 32.2% Current Expense). Water Superin- tendent Whetsler felt this was high for the Water as their improvements are cement with the exception of the partitions at the warehouse. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, to accept the recom- mendation of the Committee of 67.8%, Water Department and 32.2%, Current exepense. Motion carried. OLD LIBRARY BUILDING: Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Hendler, to exclude the old Library Building from blanket fire policy. Motion carried. REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS SET ASIDE TO READ CERTAIN ORDINANCES FOR PUBLIC DISCUSSION Motion so made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley and carried. ORDINANCE NO. 1077: AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO VACATIONS FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PASCO AND REPEALING PASCO CITY CODE 2-2.04 AND ORDINANCE No. 535 § 1. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley, to read Ordinance No. 1077. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1077 was read. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Ordinance No. 1077 has been read. Motion carried. Members of the Police, Fire and Street Departments presented questions relative to effective dates, percentages, etc. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that a meeting be held Thursday 7:30 P.M. City Hall, February 14, 1963 for discussion on Ordinance No. 1077. Motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 1081: AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING HOLIDAYS FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PASCO AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 724, AND CITY OF PASCO CODE 2-1.04. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, to read Ordinance No. 1081 in its entirety. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1081 was read. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Ordinance No. 1081 has been read. Motion carried. Mayor VanHoy questioned portions of the Ordinance and how they would apply. Water Superintendent questioned Section No. 4; Fire Chief Cooney questioned applications of time as!it would be reconciled in his department. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, to table Ordinance No. 1081 for discussion with other Ordinance (Vacations) February 14, 1963. Motion carried. COUNCILMAN JAMES: Reports on Clark, Coleman and Rupeiks Inc. letter of January 28, 1963, written by Robert Williams and Rupeiks report on Contract #340, attached copy of sketch of 4 -lane overpass atdCourt also one at Sylvester. Councilman James also reports on Council Chamber changes: table to be raised on platform and changed to south end of the chamber. Two proposals were submitted on the work as follows: 1. We, the undersigned propose to furnish all labor and materials for alterations in City Council Chambers Pasco City Hall Pasco, Washington as follows: Platform 8" high, 91x23' in size, with tile covering, 11 ,-skirting on council table, change hand railing: $ 350.00 MERCER 6 CRUST by Roy L. Mercer plus state tax PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 5 1963 Proposal submitted to: City of Pasco, Pasco, Washington Feb. 2, 1963: Raise platform and cover face of counter, move and replace railing, extend one out- let through wall, asphalt tile on platform, patch floor: $ 448.00 ELVRUM CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. plus tax (40) by H. E. Stromstad Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury to award the job to Mercer & Crust for $350.00 plus state sales tax ($364.00). Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). SALE OF OLD LIBRARY PROPERTY: Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury to advertise the call for bids for sale of Old Library Property -- Minimum price $37,500.00, callable 2:00 P.M. March 5, 1963. Motion carried. THE LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE of the Council and all other councilmen that can, are urged to attend a meeting to be held Thursday 7:30 P.M. PURCHASES: Councilman Greenlee read requests for purchases as follows: Water Department: tap sleeve, tapping valve, gate valve, cross, plugs, assorted meter repair parts, by-pass meter, various packing for sewer pumps $ 59066.36 Park Department: rock film, aluminum paint, thinner, sand paper.liquid, red wood stain, paint brushes and rollers plus tax 157.87 Golf Course: 2xl2's 2x4's and nails t tax; three reels t tax, 20 buckner 880G2S & coupler keys t tax five knives reversible D341-3 t tax 569.71 Police Judge: Cashbook sheets, one post binder and tax 91.78 TOTAL -- ALL DEPARTMENTS $ 5,8'.85.72 Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Carter, authorizing purchases as requested. Mtoion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). WELCH & TOLMAN: Request by two regular firemen (Welch and Tolman) for refund will remain in committee until after study meeting. OXYGEN LEASE AGREEMENT: A 20 -year lease agreement with the Industrial Air Products Co. for oxygen tank lease effective January 15, 1963. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Stanley, authorizing Mayor to sign agreement. Motion carried. FRANKLIN CO. IRRIGATION DIST. NO. l: Councilman Stanley reports the water/sewer committee of the City have worked out details for an Ordinance to cover an agreement with the Irrigation District for a non -pressure system, gravity flow line serving Replat of Lewis Addition. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Kilbury, that the City Attorney draw Ordinance from details worked out by the Committee. Motion carried. RELOCATION OF WATER LINES NORTH ARTHUR AND LINCOLN DRIVE: Highway Department requests the relocation of certain water lines in the vicinity of North Arthur and Lincoln Drive by the City Water Department, reimbursable by the Highway Department. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Kilbury, authorizing the Mayor to notify the Department of Highways that the City will relocate water lines into easement provided by the Highway Department, cost to be reimbursed by the Highway Department. Motion carried. WATER SERVICE TO FIRESTONE BUILDING -- EAST LEWIS AND N. WALDEMAR: Water Committee Chairman Stanley reports a program has been worked out for this service. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Kilbury, authorizing the Water Superintendent to make normal assess- ment and install service when request is made, for service to Firestone Building at Waldemar and East Lewis..`�,,Motion carried. ROGER JAMES was present and spoke of a bill presented to congress late in last session same may come back again in time for action, calling attention to this assistance which may be made available. BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS: Two applications submitted: Locatti''s (Lawrence P. Locati) 712 N. Fourth Ave. L&R Flying "A" (Lyle Kinkey) 1019 Court Beauty Salon Service Station Motion made by Carter, seconded by Greenlee, approving applications. Motion carried. REFUND: Refund of $1.50 for Civil Service application not used. C. Maurene Deines, requested the refund. Motion made by Carter, seconded by James, that refund be granted. Motion carried, by roll call vote of seven (7). PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING. COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 5, 1963 HOSPITAL BILL and DR. CRAMER'S STATEMENT: does not coincide with record. Motion made by Carter, seconded by James, that Dr. Cramer's bill as presented be denied. Motion carried. NEW PARKING -VIOLATION TICKETS will be received in a few days. COUNCILMAN DIEMOND REPORTS: The State Highways recommendations on street improvements are being worked out. DRAINAGE PROBLEM -- 624 S. Douglas: Sidewalks would have to be installed to keep water where it would flow into drywell. City Super- visor/Engineer will check. GOLF COURSE CLUB HOUSE: Councilman Hendler reports the building looks real good -- is ready for use. Contractor Elvrum did an excellent job, City Supervisor and Building Inspector made inspection and recommend the acceptance of the building with a minor correction to be made. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, to accept the recommendation of the Park Board, City Supervisor and Building Inspector accepting the Golf Course Club House Building as completed and so notify the Tax Commission. Motion carried. Meetin : at the Elk's Temple Friday noon February 8, 1963 with the Park Board. Present status of cost and feasibility of(Airport Swimming Pool)-- mentioned (more time needed). 100 -Unit MOTEL - WEST LEWIS & ILLINOIS (Western Motel Lodges): *[amended February 19, 19631 Mayor VanHoy reports a motel wishes access on Lewis Street -- will apply for permission throught Olympia for access onto the highway. Several councilmen thought this would create a precedent and asked where would it stop. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Carter, to turn this to the Planning Commission for study and recommendation. Motion carried. APPOINTMENTS: At this time, Mayor VanHoy appoints R. E. Avery to succeed himself on the Housing Board. Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury, condurring with the appointment. Term to expire January 28, 1968. Motion carried. At this time, Mayor VanHoy appointed Gene Brown to succeed L. S. Moore, on the Planning Commission, term expiring April 7, 1968. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James to concur with the Mayor's appointment. Motion carried. REPORTS: i GOLF COURSE REPORT READ: Report for the month of January, 1963 was read and ordered filed. BUILDING INSPECTOR'S REPORT for January, 1963 was read and ordered filed. READING OF ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 1076: AN ORDINANCE DECLARING AN EMERGENCY IN THE CURRENT EXPENSE FUND IN THE CITY OF PASCO, APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $2,117.41 FOR THE PURCHASE OF A NEW AUTOMOBILE FOR THE ENGINEER'S DEPARTMENT, AND PROVIDING FOR A TEM- PORARY TRANSFER LOAN. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James that Ordinance No. 1076 be read. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1076 was read. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Ordinance No. 1076 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James to adopt Ordinance No. 1076. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). ORDINANCE NO. 1082: AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE DUTIES OF THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF PASCO. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Carter, to read Ordinance No. 1082. Motion carried. Ordin- ance No. 1082 was read. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Carter that Ordinance No. 1082 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Carter to adopt Ordinance No. 1082. Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury, to ammend Section 10 of Ordinance No. 1082 by deleting the words "by the Committee Chairman" appearing in line two and three of Section 10. Motion carried. Then, the adoption motion was changed to read "as amended" and voted on. Carried by roll call vote of seven (7). RESOLUTION NO. 531: A RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH RULES OF CONDUCT FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS. Motion made by James, seconded by Stanley, to read Resolution No. 531. Motion carried. Resolution No. 531 was read. Motion made by James, seconded by Greenlee that Resolution No. 531 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, to amend Section five (5) of Resolution 531 (line two) from "If the Clerk is absent from the Council meeting"tto "if the Clerk PASCO$ WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 5, 1963 or Clerk's representative is absent". Motion carried. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Carter to delete Section 16. Motion carried, Carter, Greenlee, Hendler and Kilbury voting yes; Diemond, James, and Stanley voting No. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James in Section 11 line two be changed from "majority" to read "prevailing side". Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury to adopt Resolution No. 531 as amended. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6) = Sanley abstaining. RESOLUTION NO. 532: A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR A TEMPORARY TRANSFER LOAN FROM THE ARTERIAL STREET FUND TO THE PARK FUND OF THE CITY OF PASCO. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James to read Resolution No. 532. Motion carried. Resolution No. 532 was read. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Resolution No. 532 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury to adopt Resolution 532. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). RESOLUTION NO. 533: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY TREASURER TO INVEST MONIES FROM THE FIREMEN'S RELIEF AND PENSION FUND. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, to read Resolution No. 533. Motion carried. Resolu- tion No. 533 was read. Motion made by K.fibury :•se.odnde4,iby. James, than Retolutl6n:Ao..:533 tics been read. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury, to adopt Resolution No. 533. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). ANNEXATION: Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James that the City Engineer draw a map showing City of Pasco with all annexations as annexed to date. Motion carried. This will be needed before the first of April, 1963. ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury to adjourn to next regular meeting 8:00 P.M., Tuesday February 19, 1963. Motion carried. T. R. Van Hof -.—Mayor a Attest: Ad ah M. Pe , City Clerk PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 19th day of February , 1963.