HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-19-1963 MinutesI PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 19. 1963
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting called to order at 8:03 P.M. by Honorable Mayor T. R. VanHoy.
1 11 ROLL CALL:
By Clerk's Representative. 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 Engineer/Supervisor George R. Fisher were also present.
APPROVING MINUTES:
Minutes of regular meeting of February 5, 1963. Hendler requested that line two of sixth (6th)
captioned paragraph of page 3190 be corrected to read:: "Community Sirimming Po6l6"::.in;;,p.lacew6f
"Airport Swimming Pool".
Motion made by James, seconded by Hendler approving minutes as amended. Motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS:
MRS. C. C. BAYLESS -- REMOVAL OF TREES;
Letter was read from Mrs. Bayless, relative to the removal of trees as follows: one locust tree
on Third Street near the alley at 409 Third Street, one locust tree at 331 Shoshone Street, two
locust trees on Shoshone at 329 Shoshone. She requested the City to remove the trees for her.
City Engineer Department attached a field sketch to this letter showing the location of these
trees. City Engineer advised that the study shows these trees were planted on private property
and that the removal of these trees therefore is the responsibility of the property owner. The
City Engineer recommends that the City not do this, it being the responsibility of the property
owner.
Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Carter, that we recognize and comply with the City Engineer's
recommendation. Motion carried.
FRANK G. PIERRET -- REMOVAL OF PARKING METER FOR CONVENIENCE, ESTABLISHING PARKING LOT:
Mr. Pierret's letter was read, indicating he plans to use his lot at Third and Clark (north-west
corner) for a parking lot. To do this he requires the removal of one parking meter, and he re-
quests the Council's permission.
Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Carter that this be turned to the Police Committee.
Discussion followed. Mr. Hendler withdrew his motion and Mr. Carter withdrew the second.
Discussion between the Council, Building Inspector, City Engineer and Chief of Police followed.
Motion made by Carter, seconded by Kilbury, that this permission be granted for520' street cut
with the provision that the City is guaranteed that entrance to be from Clark and exit to alley.
Motion carried.
FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE COMPANY -- $500.00 DEDUCTIBLE CLAIM FOR WATER DAMAGE CLAIMS:
Letter read re: Files F105L-3701 and 3809 WATER DAMAGE CLAIMS OF 6-16-61. Theyindicate that
theyhave paid five losses as follows:
Mr. & Mrs. K. C. Mahan $ 3,700.00
Floy Casey 800.00
Martha Casey 900.00
Johanna Ketchum 300.00
Mr. & Mrs. William F. Dyer $ 1,100.00
Since this deductible is on a per claim basis, they respectfully request reimbursement from the
City of Pasco in the total amount of $500.00 and request voucher for billing purposes.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that this be turned to the Insurance Committee of the
Council for recommendation. Motion carried.
AGREEMENT: PROPOSED BY FRANKLIN CO. FIRE PROTECTION DIST. NO. 3:
Letter from Ray Z. Simons, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners, Franklin Co. Fire Protection
District No. 3. A dopyfrof the proposed agreement was attached. This agreement was not read at
{. this time.
Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Kilbury, that this be turned to the Fire Committee, and that
meeting be scheduled for Wednesday, February 27 at 7:00 P.M, for purpose of meeting with the Board
of Commissioners, Franklin Co. Fire Protection Dist. No. 3. The Council members to meet at 7:00 P.M.
and the Commissioners be invited to join with the Council at 8:00 P.M. Motion carried.
TOM JACKSON, 624 SO. DOUGLAS -- REQUEST FOR DRYWELL:
Letter read from Mr. Jackson stating because of illness he had not been in position to put in curbs
and sidewalks but that he does plan to do so. Requests dry well or alternative be installed, and
seeks consideration of the Council on this.
Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by James to turn this to the Street Committee.
Motion carried.
PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 19, 1963
TRUCK ROUTE, NORTHBOUND (Washington Motor Transport Association, Inc.):
Letter was read from Washington Motor Transport Association, Inc. over the signature of
N. L. McGoun wherein he sets forth difficulties they encounter in the northbound movement
through Pasco. Discussion was entered into, during which incidentally corrections of locations
were mentioned, by City Engineer.
Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury That the Mayor with the assistance of the City Engineer
contact the State and ask they make the necessary count, set forth in the letter our desires and
ask their assistance in correcting this problem. Motion carried.
s. AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION (Spring Meeting April 10, 11 and 12, 1963, Yakima):
A letter was read from the Washington State Chapter of the above captioned Association in which
they invite the Mayor,�elective City officials and Public Works employees to attend. No action
taken.
FRANKLIN CO. REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION -- JAMES T. BREWER APPOINTMENT:
Letter was read from T. R. VanHoy Mayor stating the City Planning Commission recommended unani-
mously that James T. Brewer be appointed to the Franklin Co. Regional Planning Commission.
o4-:; At this time, Mayor VanHoy appointed James T. Brewer to the Franklin County Regional Planning
Commission.
Motion made by James, seconded by Hendler that the Council doncur with Mayor's appointment.
Motion carried unanimously.
INLAND EMPIRE PLANNING ASSOCIATION:
Communication from Albert D. Poe, Executive Secretary of the association stating there will be
a special meeting of the Inland Empire Planning Association on February 25th, at 7:30 P.M.
at Cheney, Washington; pointing out that several legislative bills will be discussed and urge
attendance. No action taken.
HIGHWAY ILLUMINATION -- WEST AND NORTH:
Letter from Albert E. Carlson, Maintenance Supt., Department of Highways (P. 0. Box 572 Pasco).
"In regards to the recent extension of Pasco City Limits west and north, it has been determined
that the highway illumination in these areas is now the responsibility of the City of Pasco.
The locations and number of luminaires are as follows:
Jct. Chase 1; Olive St. & PSH #3 6 luminaires
Jct. Rd. 28 & PSH
#3
2
luminaires
Jct. Sylvester St.
& PSH #3
5
luminaires
Jct. PSH #3 6 PSH
#11
6
luminaires
Columbia R. Bridge
& Haystad
6
luminaires
Under our agreement with the Public Utility District, these lights are billed bimonthly. Since
the next billing date is' February 28, the Highway Department will assume the billing to that date."
No action taken - unnecessary, this is a routine procedure.
C. F. WHETSLER: INSTALLATION OF 450 FEET OF 12" CAST IRON PIPE:
Letter read from Mr. Whetsler, Water Superintendent, requesting permission to install approximately
450 feet of 12" cast iron pipe from Sylvester North on Road 28 to tie in to existing 12" line.
(Giving a loop line from Chase West on Sylvester to 28 and North on 28 to Brown and East on Brown
to Road 26 and North on 26 to Court.) Approximate cost of installation would be $2,700.00.
Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Diemond that this request be granted. Motion carried.
C. F. WHETSLER, WATER SUPERINTENDENT (Conference - Eugene, Oregon)
Letter from Mr. Whetsler requests permission for C. F. Whetsler and Pat Wartensleben to attend
the Pacific Northwest Section of the American Water Works Association's 36th Annual conference
in Eugene, Oregon April 17, 18, and 19, 1963. Expenses for convention were allowed in present
budget; City transportation is requested.
Motion made by James, seconded by Stanley that this request be granted. Motion carried.
C. F. WHETSLER: SECTION MEETING AWWA, Pasco:
Letter from C. F. Whetsler was read requesting permission for three (3) Water Department personnel
to attend the section meeting of the American Water Works Assoc. - March 6, 1963 in Pasco, Wn.
Expense allowed in present budget.
Motion made by Stanley, seconded by James, that this request be granted. Motion carried.
COLUMBIA BASIN'OUTDOOR ADVERTISING CO -- VARIANCE REQUEST, FENCE:
Letter was read from Mr. F. W. Cook, President - Columbia Basin Outdoor Adv. Co. in which they
propose the building of a fence at least 8 to 10 feet in height, constructed of 4 x 6 posts,
set ten feet apart and faced with galvanized metal sections, they request variance as necessary.
Discussion was entered into relative to fire zone, possibility of establishing precedent etc.
Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury that this be turned to the Planning Commission for
their recommendation. Motion carried.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT: Councilman Stanley recommended that a Board of Adjustment be appointed to
act as buffer for this type of request. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Diemond that the
matter of the Board of Adjustment be turned to the Planning Committee of the Council for study
and report at next regular meeting. Motion carried.
PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 19, 1963
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE:
Letter to the Mayor and City Council from the Beautification Committee, signed by Karl B. Krudwig,
E. J. Guenther and Jane Owsley. The findings of the committee listed as follows:
(1) That there probably are now plenty of ordinances on the books in the City of Pasco to cope
with the process of cleaning allies, streets and lots.
(2) When the above ordinances were written, there was not one department or individual that could
be held for specific enforcement of these.
(3) They recommend the following for correcting the deficiency:
(a) Assign the Street Department to the enforcement of same.
(b) The Street Department should give one of its employees the same authority as the building
inspector has, but only to streets, allies and vacant property. The employee would write
a notice of violation for a given number of days to correct. The violation notice in turn
then could if no action by the property owner or renter, then take the notice to the proper
legal authority for arrest or a clean up and charge -back against property involved.
The above suggestions are made ONLY IN THE LIGHT OF A SUGGESTION only.
_One other matter that should be included for enforcement is that garbage cans, trash boxes or litter
shall not be permitted on any right of way but must be contained within the confines of the lot so
involved. The garbage collection service shall have the power to make the people being serviced make
easy access to their cans and rubbish collections.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley that this matter be turned to the Street Committee.
Motion carried.
DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS -- MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT - City of Pasco - Pasco By -Pass:
Inter -Departmental Communication dated February 4, 1963 from D. P. Swanson & M. Gilligan to
L. H. Mackey. Attached were original and four copies of maintenance agreement requesting the
original and three copies be signed by the City of Pasco and returned to Yakima. The City to
retain the fourth copy and a fully executed copy will be returned to the City of Pasco.
Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Stanley, that this be turned to the Street Committee for report
at next regular meeting. Motion carried.
LIBRARY EXTERIOR LETTERING:
A proposal addressed to Murray Construction Co. for the Pasco Public Library from Barclay Dean, Inc.
4131 Stone Way, North, Seattle 3, Washington was read making the following quotation:
2 - 4" letters #205 Ribbon Satin alumilite
3 - 1" letters #505 Ribbon Satin Lacquer
13 - 2" letters #505 Ribbon Satin Lacquer
A total of 18 letters, FOB job -- $54.00 (This includes FM -1 hardware for 4" letters, balance FM -3
mounting.
Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that this be turned to the Insurance Committee of the
Council for recommendation. Motion carried.
TRANSFERS -- CITY CLERK REQUEST:
City Clerk re -submitted letter to Council for approval of transfers as needed from the 1963 budget
as follows;be allowed:
Current Expense to Payroll for Social Security $6,951.20
Street to Payroll for Social Security 1,500.00
Cemetery to Payroll for Social Security 480.17
Park to Payroll for Social Security 1,549.40
Golf Course to Payroll for Social Security 823.31
Library to Payroll for Social Security 822.88
Water to Payroll for Social Security 49500.00
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley that this request be granted. Motion carried, unanimous.
REMOVAL OF EXISTING CURB, 1300 BLOCK OF WEST IRVING, REQUESTED:
Letter from Property owners in the 1300 block of West Irving signed by J. G. Bailey, 715 Francis;
Leslie K. Bradley, 1316 West Irving and Marvin J. Nelson 1110 West Park (owners of lots 21 through
28 Block 6, O'Keefe's 2nd Addition to Pasco) requesting removal of the existing curb on the south
side of the 1300 block of West Irving Street, and the replacement of this curb,(at the expense
of the property owners), against the existing sidewalk.
Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Carter, that this request be granted. Discussion followed as
to street width etc. Motion carried, unanimous.
PETITIONS, APPEALS, COMPLAINTS, VISITORS:
PETITIONS:
DOG PROBLEM -- 1900 BLOCK OF HOPKINS & BONNEVILLE:
Petition presented and read as follows: "Unlicensed dog and dogs creating nuisance -- the dogs
on the 1900 block of Hopkins and Bonneville Streets, Pasco, Washington are running loose, turning
over garbage cans and bothering little children while playing in their yards. (This was signed by
ninteen citizens).
Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, to turn this to the Police Committee of which James
(who has been working oh•_.this problem) is a member. Motion carried, unanimous.
PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 19, 1963
COMPLAINTS:
Councilman Hendler made inquiry as to matter of procedure: How soon after the Council approves
a voucher for payment does the warrant become completed and sent to the claimant? Case in point:
$500.00 voucher submitted February 5th by Frame, Whiting, Ridgeway and Worley, Accountants for
services rendered -- office survey, approved by Council for payment -- Department Head signature
lacking.
Discussion followed relative to signatures required on voucher. It was established that Depart-
ment head signature was lacking, but that he was not definitely refusing to sign same. Mayor
Van Hoy indicated he may someday.
Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that this be turned to the City Attorney for the
necessary writ of mandamus:;„
Discussion followed. City Attorney advised that there was not sufficient reason for issuance
of such writ, and suggested that the Council and Mayor sit down and through discussion come to
some mutual understanding and agreement.
Hendler withdrew his motion and Kilbury withdrew his second -- agreed.
VISITORS SPEAK:
BAUMAN -- MAITLAND AVENUE:
Mr. 0. E. Bauman lives on property adjoining S.P.6 S. Right of Way. Requests permission to put
a pipe under the street (crossing Maitland) for purpose of irrigation. Discussion followed.
Mr. Fisher, City Engineer, advised Mr. Bauman that after he procures the necessary bond and
liability insurance as required by Ordinance No. 1021, it is then just a matter of coming in to
City Hall and securing necessary permit for digging across the street. No further action re-
quired.
JOE BAILEY:
Mr. Bailey on behalf of the property owners of 1300 block on Irving thank the Council for their
concurrence of request this night. They also wished to express their interest in the efforts
of the Beautification Committee.
HENDLER ADDRESSES BAILEY:
Mr. Hendler requested permission to address Mr. Bailey, and commended him and the people of the
1300 Block on Irving for their beautiful job on that street, also suggested their help in pro-
moting the same interest in the surrounding area would be appreciated.
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS RESUMED:
CLAIMS: -- None
COUNCILMAN HENDLER: Requested a five minute recess for purpose of confidential meeting of the
Council. Permission granted by Mayor VanHoy. (9:05 P.M.)
COUNCIL RECONVENES -- 9:13 P.M.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES:
KILBURY:
FINANCE COMMITTEE: Recommends a temporary transfer loan of $3,000.00 from the Water Department
Fund to the -:Library Fund. Resolution will be brought up later on this (No. 534).
The Finance Committee also has the "Holiday Ordinance" ready for presentation . (No. 1081).
is It is the recommendation of the Finance Committee, that the "Vacation" ordinance (No. 1077) be
held for further study.
JAMES:
LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE: The Association of Washington Cities in their weekly report has asked that
we urge our representatives at Olympia, to get House Bill #3 out of committee and onto the floor
where it can be voted upon. As Chairman of this committee;he will be addressing letters to our
representatives urging them to get this out of the Ways 6 Means Committee and vote on same, urging_
their support. House Bill #3 has to do with the increase in liquor tax appropriated to cities. He
urgT3other councilmen to also write. Councilman James indicated he has written several letters
and will continue to so do.
STANLEY: Suggested that Councilman James secure a copy of the bill limiting any city purchases
or any city individual to $2,500.00 before it has to go out to private contractors, this could
put limitations even on maintenance programs. This should be looked into at the workshop meeting
of February 26th.
GEMENLEE :
PURCHASES: (Requests read by Councilman Greenlee)
The following purchases are requested:
Cemetery Department: Two Gravely Model L Tractors with 75" reel mower
units, 10 yds pea gravel and 10 yds sand,
plywood and two 100 lb rolls 8 gu. galvanized
wire: $ 1,709.86
City Clerk: 500 sets payroll journals: 148.95
City Hall: 5,000 claim vouchers and 500 budget journals: 130.36
Golf Course: 2,000 vouchers (Pasco Municipal Golf Course): 32.50
PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 19, 1963
(Purchases requested, cont'd):
Water Department: Gate valves, union, coupling, tees, pipe power drive
and lights $ 11455.66
Total -- All Departments: $ 3,477.33
Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by James that these be approved. Motion carried by roll call
vote of seven (7).
Greenlee: on Airport Status: reports this is at a standstill. Nothing further at this time on
the a rport situation.
On Fire District No. 3: Greenlee reports that the Mayor has the opportunity to enter into a mutual
aid agreement proposal submitted earlier this meeting) just as soon as he sees fit.
Mayor VanHoy: At this point stated he has instructed the Fire Department to render aid to Fire
District No. 3 in extreme emergencies, to go to their aid if called by Fire Chief or any other
fireman with authority to call. This order to be observed from this date until agreement has been
worked out.
STANLEY:
WATER & SEWER COMMITTEE: At PreVious meeting we had turned to the City Attorney details for an
ordinance to cover an agreement with the F.C.I.D. for a non -pressure system, gravity flow line
to serve Replat of Lewis Addition. Draft has been made of that Ordinance, but the Water Committee
has not had time to go over this, it will be reviewed and if agreeable, will be presented at the
next meeting.
It has been suggested in previous meetings to write to our representative:; and Senators urging
the passage of H. R. 13186 IN THE 87th CONGRESS. This has to do with federal aid in the matter
of storm sewer systems. ThezWatet Department has prepared a background survey report of Pasco
downtown area. I request that a letter be sent to the Representative and Senators and in that
letter request the passage of legislation - and that the Water Department report be included in the
letter. Request that this letter go out over the Mayor's signature.
Motion made by Carter, seconded by Greenlee that these be accepted. Motion carried.
Under Ordinance 741 the following:
Sam Pflugrad,
Robert MacPherson
Under Ordinance 1071:the following:
Veterans of Foreign Wars (Sommerville)
Palm Tavern (W. A. Wright)
Solicit, brushes College Blace, Wn.
Solicit, Grolier (Book of Knowledge) 1919 W. Jay "C"
Trade Stimulator Lic. 329.5 W. Lewis
Trade Stimulator Lic. 224 West Lewis
Motion made by Carter, seconded by James that these be approved. Motion carried.
NEW PARKING TICKETS: Councilman Carter reports that the new parking tickets are in effect and being
used at this time. These are the envelope form, prepaid postage, so that ticket can be paid by
merely dropping into nearest Post Office Box. These have only been used a very short time, nothing
definite to report at this time, in two or three months there will be more basis for measuring their
effectiveness.
SCHOOL CROSSINGS: Chairman of the Police Committee, City Engineer, represented the City of Pasco
at a meeting of the School Board February 12th, Discussion was held relative to getting children
across Court to Captain Gray, Emerson and Road 24 Junior High. It was felt that at any given point,
at any given time there was not enough vehicular traffic, or pedestrian traffic to install traffic
control signal lights. Adult supervision and cutting down the number of crossings is being considered.
There is some question as to whether or not such adult personnel is available for police training.
HOSPITAL & DOCTOR: Councilman Carter observes this is probably brought up at this time for the
purpose of clarification only. He states we do pay for any hospital or doctor bills for anything
which occurs in the confines of our local jail.
KILBURY REQUESTS TIME TO SPEAK: (Carter yielded) As a result of the annexation of a rather large area
on the eastern fringes of the City, Ordinance No. 1024 sets the speed limit on Oregon at 35 mph.
With no apparent reason for this speed limit on Oregon, an ajustment seems in order.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley that Ordinance No. 1024 be amended and the City Attorney
be instructed to draw up amendment extending the speed limit on Oregon to 40 mph to the City limits
and that the adopted speed be so posted. Motion carried.
MAYOR VAN HOY: Mentioned that Mr. Payette of Sears had requested a crossing and requested report of
what progress had been made on this. Mr. Fisher answered that he had sent word to Resident Engineer
who had contacted the Engineer at Yakima -- Yakima has not answered. Engineer will follow up.
Fisher mentioned that the double blinker light has been installed at the east end of the underpass,
and relative to the one at 4th & Court: materials have been ordered, not received.
CARTER:
BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS:
Councilman Carter reports that we have
applications under Ordinance
No. 990 for
ten, as follows:
Cabinets by Ken-Bilt (Kenneth H. Meuser)
Contractor
13517 N.E. San Rafael, Port
Tex C. Crawford
Contractor
1503
W. Third, Kennewick
Pink Pom Beauty Salon (Anne Vangen)
Beauty Shop
112
S. Fourth Avenue
Valley Mattress Co. (C.L. Swisher)
Retail Mattress Shop
10th
and Lewis
Quit's Service (J. S. Crockford)
Service Station
1520
West Lewis
Troy Milam
Shoe Shine Stand
322
1/2 W. Lewis
Johnson Apartments (V. Johnson)
4 apartments
1116
Shoshone
Cadet Electric (L.E.Roundy)
Electric Supplies
526
Wellsian Way, Richland
C&S Distributors (Campbell & Scott)
Repair shop
329
West Lewis
Murphy Rambler (H.J. O'Kon)
Garage
323
WestClark
Motion made by Carter, seconded by Greenlee that these be accepted. Motion carried.
Under Ordinance 741 the following:
Sam Pflugrad,
Robert MacPherson
Under Ordinance 1071:the following:
Veterans of Foreign Wars (Sommerville)
Palm Tavern (W. A. Wright)
Solicit, brushes College Blace, Wn.
Solicit, Grolier (Book of Knowledge) 1919 W. Jay "C"
Trade Stimulator Lic. 329.5 W. Lewis
Trade Stimulator Lic. 224 West Lewis
Motion made by Carter, seconded by James that these be approved. Motion carried.
NEW PARKING TICKETS: Councilman Carter reports that the new parking tickets are in effect and being
used at this time. These are the envelope form, prepaid postage, so that ticket can be paid by
merely dropping into nearest Post Office Box. These have only been used a very short time, nothing
definite to report at this time, in two or three months there will be more basis for measuring their
effectiveness.
SCHOOL CROSSINGS: Chairman of the Police Committee, City Engineer, represented the City of Pasco
at a meeting of the School Board February 12th, Discussion was held relative to getting children
across Court to Captain Gray, Emerson and Road 24 Junior High. It was felt that at any given point,
at any given time there was not enough vehicular traffic, or pedestrian traffic to install traffic
control signal lights. Adult supervision and cutting down the number of crossings is being considered.
There is some question as to whether or not such adult personnel is available for police training.
HOSPITAL & DOCTOR: Councilman Carter observes this is probably brought up at this time for the
purpose of clarification only. He states we do pay for any hospital or doctor bills for anything
which occurs in the confines of our local jail.
KILBURY REQUESTS TIME TO SPEAK: (Carter yielded) As a result of the annexation of a rather large area
on the eastern fringes of the City, Ordinance No. 1024 sets the speed limit on Oregon at 35 mph.
With no apparent reason for this speed limit on Oregon, an ajustment seems in order.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley that Ordinance No. 1024 be amended and the City Attorney
be instructed to draw up amendment extending the speed limit on Oregon to 40 mph to the City limits
and that the adopted speed be so posted. Motion carried.
MAYOR VAN HOY: Mentioned that Mr. Payette of Sears had requested a crossing and requested report of
what progress had been made on this. Mr. Fisher answered that he had sent word to Resident Engineer
who had contacted the Engineer at Yakima -- Yakima has not answered. Engineer will follow up.
Fisher mentioned that the double blinker light has been installed at the east end of the underpass,
and relative to the one at 4th & Court: materials have been ordered, not received.
PASCO, WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 19, 1963.
DIEMOND:
STREET COMMITTEE: Has nothing to report at this time.
HENDLER:
GOLF COURSE CLUB HOUSE:
Read letter from Park Board, which had plans of landscape attached, requesting the consideration
and approval of the plans, and permission to proceed with the work, as time, labor and money
permits.
Council viewed the sketch and discussion was held.
Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury that the plans submitted be accepted. Motion carried.
Councilman Hendler pointing out that the Park Board has requested permission to proceed with the
work as time, labor and money permits emphhsfzedtthat all purchases must be approved by Council
and all vouchers be approved by council.
Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury that the request for permission to proceed with the
work, as time, labor and money permits be granted. Motion carried.
REPORTS FROM OFFICERS -- None
ORDINANCES:
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 ORDIN-
ANCE No. 535, Section 1.
Motion made by.Hendler, seconded by Stanley, that Ordinance No. 1077 be re -read as corrected, and
amended.'H6ridlexy4 Stanley voting yes and Diemond and Greenlee voting No. Roll Call vote requested.
Ayes: (2) Stanley and Hendler; and Nays (5) Carter, Diemond, Greenlee, James and Kilbury.
Reading of Ordinance 1077 defeated (5-2).
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 Hendler, seconded by James, that Ordinance 1081 be read. Motion carried. Ordinance
Number 1081 was read, by title. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Ordinance 1081
has been read. Motion carried. Mayor VanHoy asked for discussion from Council or audience --
No discussion entered into. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Ordinance No. 1081 be
adopted. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION NO. 534:
A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR A TEMPORARY TRANSFER LOAN FROM THE
WATER DEPARTMENT FUND TO THE LIBRARY FUND OF THE CITY OF PASCO.
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Resolution No. 534 be read. Motion carried.
Resolution No. 534 was read in its entirety. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James that
Resolution No. 534 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James
to adopt Resolution No. 534. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
TV CABLE -- East Side:
Hendler asked of the Mayor if there had been a response from the TV Cable people, as to the re-
quested survey of the East Side. (Mayor believed not) Hendler asked that the Mayor please in-
quire and ask them to do as they had promised, and to give report of survey of East Side, also
ask as to when we may expect this. Mayor agreed to so do.
Q'; Quiet Title Action:
Hendler asked of the City Attorney: Report of quiet title action for piece of property on Columbia.
Patrick answered that the latest on this is that the Railroad had answered our inquiry as to pos-
sible methods to pursue: There being two: (1) Adverse possession and (2) Abandonment. They pre-
fer the latter. If we proceed in that manner, there is a question as to whether or not the title
company will give title on property. We have asked the title company to ask the Railroad officials
in Seattle relative to this, and we should be receiving answer soon.
ASSOCIATION OF WASHINGTON CITIES - STATE WIDE MEETING (Longview): [JAMES]
On June 12, 13 and 14 the State-wide meeting of the Association of Washington Cities will be
held at the Monticello Hotel in Longview. The reason for bringing this up at this time is that
it is questionable as to the number of accomodations available in close proximity to the head-
quarters of the meeting. All those who plan to attend should make their reservations early and
Councilman James would :appreciate being advised of their plans. Hendler suggests this be brought
up next meeting and then reservations be made.
I PASCO$ WASHINGTON
REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 19, 1963
GARBAGE DUMP:
Requests that the City Council at the earliest possible convenience have an informal meeting
,,,,,,.—STANLEY: wits h J hn Dietrich of the Pasco Garbage Service relative to complaints of people wanting to dump.
They feel, whether rightly so or not, there is an excessive charge for dumping garbage there. Purpose
of meeting to be to see if we can work out something concrete relative to charge, and that the person
in charge of the dump be informed that people be advised of the charge before dumping -- not after.
Meeting suggested for Monday, February 25th -- Carter is to contact Mr. Dietrich to determine conven-
ient date and time for him, and after he has reported to the Mayor, the Mayor will call the meeting.
-- agreed.
NEW BUSINESS:
KILBURY: MORSE -MOVED HOUSE:
A house was moved from Bonneville to 939 West Agate, approximately October 10th. The property
fo- whe.re' the house was moved is now a safety hazard. Discussion followed, relative to the
legal rights of the Building Inspector, time for completion from date of permit, whether or not
it was a health hazard, etc. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that this matter be
turned to the Building Inspector and City Attorney for study and report at the next regular meeting.
Motion carried.
STANLEY REQUESTS TO MENTION "OLD BUSINESS":
January 2nd, the Building Committee of the Council and the Building Inspector were instructed to
proce�idf:withcworky. on the building code ordinances and bring them up to date. He requests answer as
to what progress has been made on this. James reports this study will be presented in the very
near future.
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Diemond, to adjourn to next regular meeting, March 5, 1963
8:00 P. M. Motion carried. (Adjourned 9:59 P.M.)
G U'
T. R. Va oy, Mayor
ATTEST:
a M. Pe ry, City
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS , day of , 1963.
Clerk's Representative