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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-21-1963 MinutesPASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 21. 1963 CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Honorable T. R. VanHoy, Mayor. ROLL CALL: By Clerk's representative. Councilmen present were: G. E. Carter, L. R. Diemond, Ed Hendler, H. C. James, C. D. Kilbury and Allen D. Stanley. Councilman R. L. Greenlee was absent. City Attorney D. Wayne Campbell and City Engineer -Supervisor George R. Fisher were present. APPROVING MINUTES: Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that the minutes of May 7, 1963 meeting be approved as written. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS: W. M. FOSTER, DISTRICT ENGINEER: Department of Highways C.S. 1102, P.S.H. No. 3 - City of Pasco, Existing Route: Letter read from Mr. Foster, relative to the sanitary sewer inadequacy in Pasco, in answer to our letter requesting assistance of Highway Department toward a system which would solve the problem. He indicates that they feel the city has sole responsibility. Hendler commented that it was the consensus of opinion that the State Highway Department did not originally install the present sewer system, and that this would not be an extension thereof on their part. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Stanley, to turn this letter to the Street Committee for consi- deration and study. Motion carried. II WILLIAM MARTIN, Jr. MAJOR A. F. Res.: -- Operation "Sugar Cookie" Letter addressed to the Mayor and every citizen of the City of Pasco, Washington. Thanked us for the "tremendous effort Py every citizen in your city". Cookies and cakes were enjoyed by almost everyone in the "Coulee Crest" exercise. No action taken. J. A. HEINTGES, MAJOR GENERAL, U.S.A. COMMANDING -- Headquarters, Joint Task Force Red - Exercise Coulee Crest. Letter read:to Mayor VanHoy expressing appreciation for the spirit of friendliness and cooperation that existed between the City of Pasco and the military forces during exercise "Coulee Crest". No action taken. ROBERT TOLLISON, 1719 N. ILLINOIS: Letter of complaint, stating he had a $10.00 receipt for water deposit; and also having received a pink slip notifying that the water would be shut off in two days. No action. ARCH MINER, PRESIDENT -- FRANKLIN CO. DEMOCRATIC CLUB: To Honorable Mayor and read: Relative to the Clark, Coleman 6 Rupeiks report -- the club has passed a resolution to ask the Mayor and City Council to give careful and considerate study to the report.. No action taken. LYLE COONEY, FIRE CHIEF: Recommends a light (continuous red) at Third and Clark, to be controlled from the Fire Station. Dis- cussion was held as to price, etc. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that this be turned to the Street Committee for consideration, in the mean time, Cooney is to gather information necessary thereon. Motion carried. ROBERT SLATTER, MANAGER -- MADISON LUMBER AND MILL CO.: Letter read stating he wished to procure building permit to construct an office building adjacent to the warehouse at 216 South Sixth Street. Plans and specifications have been submitted to Building In- spector. Attached were excerpts from the Planning Commission minutes of meeting held May 14, 1963: "MADISON LUMBER CO., 126 SOUTH 6th STREET: Request variance of Fire Zone Ordinance 1029 and Code 5-11.24, to enable the construction of a small office building, 12 x 20, adjacent to their warehouse at 216 South 6th Street. Following a short discussion relative to the long range plans for improvement of this area, whichwwere further discussed with Robert Slatter, Manager, motion was made by Carl, seconded by Brown, that request to construct a small office building be denied. Motion carried." Motion made by Diemond, seconded by Kilbury, to concur with the Planning Commission on their denial of this request for variance. Motion carried. ADAH M. PERRY, CITY CLERK -- REFUND TO HALLRIDGE HOMES: Letter read from Mrs. Perry, requesting permission for the City Treasurer to refund over -payment of business license fee in the amount of five dollars ($5.00). The entire file submitted for reference. Motion made,by James, seconded by Diemond, to refund the $5.00 over -payment. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). PARK BOARD: (ESTIMATE FROM L. W. VAIL CO. INC.) Park Board wishes to make two improvements, and submitted the estimate submitted by L. W. Vail -- this is for asphaltic concrete on basket ball courts at Sylvester and Richardson Parks. (Prices were: $763.00, Sylvester; $560.00, Richardson). Motion made by Carter, seconded by Kilbury, that this be turned to the Park and Recreation Committee for opinion and recommendation to the council as part of total program. Motion carried. (Carter indicated that this should probably have been addressed to the Park PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 21, 1963 Board instead of the Council). I ADAH M. PERRY, SECRETARY -- PLANNING COMMISSION: (REZONING IN BLOCK 12, SYLVESTER'S SECOND ADDITION) "Following Public Hearing held on May 14, 1963 by the Planning Commission on rezoning Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4, Block 12, Sylvester's Second Addition, the Commission recommends to the Council body that the rezoning from R-1 to R-2 thus permitting the construction of a multiple type dwelling be allowed." Motion made by Stanley, seconded by James, to instruct Attorney to draw Ordinance to effect this rezoning of Lots 1, 29 3 and 4, Block 12, Sylvester's Second Addition as recommended by the Planning Commission. Motion carried. [A Public Hearing set for council meeting of June 18, 1963 on this rezoning -- OK'd by Campbell, City Attorney.] BRINKLEY INVESTMENT CO. -- Harold Brinkley, Pres. Requests by petition that ?That portion of Ruby Street lying between Road 20 (Chase Avenue) and Road 22 be vacated." (5 signers) -- This will come up under Resolutions (No. 543). PUBLIC HEARINGS: BLOCK 17 -- HELM'S SECOND ADDITION: Mayor declared Public Hearing open on Vacation of North-South Alley of Block 17, Helm's Second Addition to City of Pasco, Washington. No comments from the audience, pro or con -- no written objections thereto. Mayor declared the hearing closed. This will be covered under Ordinances (No. 1103). REPORTS: KILBURY (Claims, Finance): The Finance Committee has submitted for approval tonight a Resolution (No. 542) covering authority to in- vest the sum of $13,000.00 from the Arterial Street Fund in U.S. Certificates of Indebtedness. This has been approved by the Finance Committee of the City of Pasco. Committee met with Johnnie Ridgway two weeks ago to discuss office survey -- No conclusions were reached as a result of that meeting. Last Wednesday (May 15, 1963) met with Utilities in regard to Business and Occupation tax. All utilities understand the tax and the basis of computing -- tonight an ordinance is submitted pertaining to the method of payment. The Mayor has written a letter to the City Clerk and the Utilities outlining this. JAMES (Planning, Legislative, Building): A meeting on the Second Phase Report will be held Thursday, 7:30 P.M. May 23rd. Mr. Clark will be present. Monday night, May 27, 1963 7:30 P.M. the Council as a whole will meet with the Regional planner on Re -plat of Frey's Addition and the Pasco Land Co. area. We have two quotations received by Mary Carpenter, City Treasurer for drapes for the window of the Treasurer's Office: One from Sears -- one type $126.98 -- another type $145.29 One from New Era Furniture -- $136.20 (This one from New Era is recommended by Mrs. Carpenter because it is of aluminum and can be hosed off, needing no dry cleaning -- this price includes installation.) Motion made by James, seconded by Carter, That we purchase these drapes installed in the amount of $136.2 Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). (Capital Outlay -- Current Expense Budget -- James) City Owned Property -- East of Greyhound Bus Depot: Mr. Greenlee had a request at the last meeting: As to whether or not this propetty should be put up for sale. This was discussed with members of the Council and it is recommended that these lots should not be put up for sale, until we see what determina- tion is going to be made relative to the one-way street program. Association of Washington Cities: Still request consideration of the council members to attend this meeting, June 12, 13 and 14. GREENLEE (By Mr. Carter) (Purchase, Fire and Light): The following purchases await your approval: WATER DEPARTMENT: Meter parts, fittings, valve boxes, tractor repair, steel plate for reservoir vents, parts for pumps, black top mix, pro- pane gas, sprocket, 6 gate valves, 5 hydrants and valves, 200 meter boxes, 4200' cooper tubing $ 7,288.87 HEALTH DEPARTMENT: 55 gals. each Lethave 6 Malathion and tax 1,253.25 PARK DEPARTMENT: 42 rolls plastic lace, books, tax $ 48.88 chlorine and tax 1,389.00 croquet sets, mallets, balls, books and cards, tennis balls 6 rackets, bailers, shuttle cocks, backstop 6 tax 364.78 Aluminum strip, tie clasps, books, foil, clips, molds, pin backs, ear ring screws, discs, cups, beads and tax 72.44 875.10 Total -- All Departments ------------------------------------------- $ 99417.22 Motion made by Carter, seconded by James, that these be approved, subject to the Park Purchase Order clearing with Mr. Fisher or Mayor. Motion carried by roll call vote of 4 -yes and 2 -no. Lights, Volunteer Park and Golf Course: Relative to the P.U.D. counter -proposal (six lights instead of two) at an insignificant difference in rate, Motion made by Carter seconded by Hendler, that we accept the P.U.D. counter -proposal to the original. Motion carried. PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 21, 1963 Li ht at Golf Course Hendler: It is our intention to have the light installed, the reason for delay being the completion of the paving. (Discussionwwas held.) Having the recommendation of the P.U.D. Motion made by Carter, seconded by Kilbury, that we instruct the P.U.D. to put up the light we had al- ready agreed upon,just east of the center line of the parking area. Motion carried. STANLEY (Water and Sewer): L.I.D. No. 67: Last meeting we received petition to form an L.I.D. in Terrace Heights Addition to ser- vice Blocks 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 99 10, 11, 12 that was turned to the Water Committee for study and recommenda- tion. Upon the recommendation of the Water Committee: Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Kilbury, that the City Attorney be authorized to contact Roberts, Shefelman, Gay and Moch, Bonding Attorneys relative to the preparation of Resolution of Intent and other items as required by law; That the City Engineer be instructed to prepare estimate of cost -plans etc. required by law to initiate this needed improve- ment. This will be for the purpose of construction of sanitary sewers to serve Block 7 through 12 and west 1/2 of blocks 4, 5 and 6, Terrace Heights Addition to Pasco. Motion carried. 4,000 g.pm_Pump for Filter Plant: Letter read from Water Superintendent requesting permission to make up specifications and bid package for 4,000 g.p.m. pump for filter plant at an estimated cost of $10,000. (this would bring the capacity up to 20 million gallons per day.) Motion made by Stanley, seconded by James, that the request for permission to prepare specifications and bid package for 4,000 g.p.m. pump for filter plant be granted. Motion carried. Call for Bids on Pipe: Letter from Water Superintendent read requesting permission to call for bids on 10,80 lineal feet of 12" Tyton C.I.Pipe and 5,400 lineal feet of 6" Tyton C.I.Pipe at an approximate cost of $66,755.00. With request that bids be opened on June 26, 1963 at ,2:00 P.M. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by James, that this request be granted. Motion carried. (Discussion) Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Kilbury, that the City Attorney be requested to check the adviseabilii or feasibility of bidding this pipe jointly with the P.U.D. at the same time and have an opinion for us at the meeting of June 4, 1963. Motion carried. Water Ordinance: Thereiis an ordinance prepared for this meeting changing and bringing up to date cer- tain sections of our water ordinance, primarily dealing with cross -connections between any other water system and that of the City of Pasco. W.S.U. - School: Upon recommendation of the Water/Sewer Committee: Motion made by Stanigy, seconded by James, that the three employees as requested in last meeting, be granted permission to adtend this school June 10 to 12: Motion carried. Sewer Extension - Kirchner Hill Second Addition: Water Department has request to serve Block 2 of Kirchner Hill 2nd Addition -- This would serve four lots, approximate 300 lineal feet of sewer, the party owning the property has agreed to pay the assessment and the estimated cost of this sewer: $1,200. A drawing and bid submittal has been presented for consideration. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Kilbury, that the Water Superintendent be granted permission to call for quotes on sewer extension to serve Block 2, Kirchner Hill Second Addition. Motion carried. [See Block 24 Wehe's First for authority to construct] Sewer Extension - Poplar: Request for sewer extension north on Poplar from the alley south of Ruby to the alley north of Ruby, estimated cost of $1,600. - 329' of sewer -- owners have agreed to pay their normal assessment. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by James, that the City Water Superintendent be granted permission to call for quotes on extending the sewer north on Poplar from the alley south of Ruby to the alley North of Ruby. Motion carried. [See Block 24 Wehe's First for authority to construct] (Discussion held here as to the necessity of quotes/bid etc.) Sewer Extension - Block 24, Wehe's First Addition: Request for sewer extension to serve Block 24, Wehe's First Addition -- 604 lineal feet of sewer at an approximate cost of $2,900. with appurtenances, manholes etc. This too, is a regular routine -manner assessment. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Kilbury, that the Watee Superintendent be authorized to receive quotes on the sewer extension to serve Block 24, Wehe's First Addition and to construct this sewer if the quotes are in order; also, authorize the con- struction of the sewer extension on the Kirchner Hill application and the Poplar Street application imme- diately preceeding. Motion carried. Wednesday -- May 29, 1963 7:30 P.M. City Hall -- Water Committee Meeting. Water Rights: C. F. Whetsler, Water Superintendent states that under the water code it is necessary to obtain permit from Supervisor of Water Resources to appropriate use of service water. Under recommenda- tion of the Consulting Engineer, Holley Cornell, it is our intention to request 40 million gallons per day. (Discussion) Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that we ask for 50 million gallons per day. Motion carried, unanimous. (This figure used, because of the increase in use of water per individual, and the antici- pated growth between now and 1980 as set forth in Phase two of Clark, Coleman 6 Rupeiks report). CARTER: (Police, Civil Defense): Four Business License applications and four solicitors license applications presented. Motion made by Carter, seconded by Kilbury, that we accept them. Motion carried. KNICK DISTR. CO. (Charles Knick) TRIGGER SPEC. CLEANING (A. G. Parsons) BEAUTE' ELECTROLYSIS (Mrs. Klugman) SWEDE'S DOG 6 SUDS (George A. Nilson) James Carlin James Ball Theodore S. Cooper Ronald W. Sullivan Home bars for recreation rooms Cleaning of flus 6 exhaust fans Electrolysis Cafe, drive in Solicit, Electrolux Solicit Electrolux Solicit, Periodical Publishers Solicit, Periodical Publishers #87 Riviera Trailer Court Moses Lake, Washington 1704 N. Oneonta 1315 N. Fourth Avenue Box 175, Umatilla, Oregon Box 64, Umatilla, Oregon San Francisco, Calif. Mill City, Oregon PASCO, WASHINGTON Clark Street Parkin 2 -Hour Parking signs have been installed between Fifth and Sixth on Clark. Those requesting this are pleased, and no derrogatory remarks have come to the attention of the council. James commented that there was some discussion about the same procedure on North Fifth. Will"be discus- sed at Committee meeting, if so desired. DIEMOND (Streets, Engineering): Mayor has contacted State Highway Department with regard to right-of-way to Oregon Street. Committee feels that it would probably be better to buy additional right-of-way rather than having limited access, considerably cheaper, and enable frontage roads in that area. Highway Department indicated they would cooperate with the City on this. Street Department is re -painting all the cross walks in the city and sand is to be applied to Sacajawea Drive on the two blocks, to absorb bleeding oil. The Street Department is on schedule on their move from Columbia Street. HENDLER: (Parks, Library, Cemetery): Parking Lot, Golf Course Upon the recommendation of the City Supervisor, Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that the parking lot at the Golf Course be accepted as complete and that Tax Commis- sion be notified. Motion carried 5 -yes and 1 -no (Stanley voting "no") Park, Recreation, Library: Committee met with Mid -Columbia personnel for an exploratory and fact-finding purpose. Meeting will be called in the near future before next council meeting, requesting that the Library Board be in attendance. VanHoy reports on Airport: Mayor reported that the papers are in Seattle now, and that they should be here in the near future. APPOINTMENT: PARK BOARD: At this time, Mayor said he would like to appoint Robert Worley if the Council would concur, to succeed himself on the Park Board, his term having expired May 7, 1963. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, to concur with the Mayor's appointment. Motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 990: This is the business license ordinance. At this time we have reciprocity agreement with Kennewick, but none with Richland. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that the Mayor send a letter of inquiry to the City of Richland, asking them to join with us under the reciprocity agreement/of our ordinance. Motion carried. section ROY RICE, 1703 Yakima: At this time, the Mayor recognized Mr. Roy Rice from the audience: Mr. Rice complained about no -sidewalks in the City of Pasco residential areas; especially where school children walk enroute to schools. (Discussion here between Mr. Hendler, Mr. Rice, Mr. James) Mr. Rice also complained about a "Blind Corner" created by a picket fence of legal height, but installed on property higher than the roadway (corner of Dakota and Yakima). Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that the matter of sidewalks be turned to the Street Committee again, with possibility of looking into method of financing for those property owners who wish to exer- cise the second option. Motion carried. (suggested 3 blocks area around every school, and go from there) ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 1095: AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF PASCO TO ACT AS PURCHASING AGENT FOR THE CITY OURPISE PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES AND EX- PENDITURES FOR THE NECESSARY AND PROPER MAINTENANCE WORK, ESTABLISH- ING AN ASSISTANT PURCHASING AGENT, ESTABLISHING PURCHASING RULES, PROVIDING PENALTIES AND REPEALING SECTION 4 OF ORDINANCE NO. 3370 SECTION 3 OF RESOLUTION NO. 319, PASCO CITY CODE 2-8.041 2-8.08 and 2-8.12 AS THEY NOW EXIST. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Ordinance No. Ordinance No. 1095 was read by title. Motion made by James, has been read by title only. Motion carried. Motion made by Ordinance No..1O95. Motion carried by roll call vote of six ORDINANCE NO. 1100: 1095 be read by title only. Motion carried. seconded by Carter, that Ordinance NoT 1095 Kilbury, seconded by James, to adopt (6). AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 8 OF ORDINANCE NO. 478, AND PASCO CITY CODE 3-16.36 AS IT NOW EXISTS, AND RELATING TO THE MANNER OF PAYMENT OF THE LICENSE OCCUPATION TAX AND BEING AN ORDINANCE RE- LATING TO AND PROVIDING FOR A LICENSE OR OCCUPATION TAX UPON CER- TAIN BUSINESSES, OCCUPATIONS, PURSUITS AND PRIVILEGES; DEFINING OFFENSES AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Carter, that Ordinance No. 1100 be read by title only. Motion carriec Ordinance No. 1100 was read by title. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, that Ordinance No. 1100 has been read by title only. Motion carried. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Diemond, to adopt. Ordinance No. 1100. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 21. 1963 ORDINANCE NO. 1102: ` AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 962 AND PASCO CITY CODE 4-3.174 AS IT NOW EXISTS, RELATING TO CROSS -CONNECTIONS, AND ADDING NEW SECTIONS TO ORDINANCE NO. 962 AND PASCO CITY CODE CHAPTER 4-3 RELATING TO DEFINITIONS OF THE CITY WATER DISTRI- BUTION SYSTEM, DUAL WATER SYSTEMS, THE PLUMBING CODE, ESTAB- LISHING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTALLATION AND COSTS OF BACK - CHECK VALVES, AND ADOPTING THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE STATE BOARD OF HEALTH AND BEING AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE CITY WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM, ESTABLISHING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE AND OPERATION OF THE WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM ESTAB- LISHING WATER AND SEWER RATES, ESTABLISHING THE PROCEDURE AND CHARGES FOR EXTENSIONS OF WATER AND SEWER MAINS, DEFINING OFFENSES AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, to read Ordinance No. 1102 by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1102 was read by title. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, that Ordinance No. 1102 has been read by title only. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, to adopt Ordinance No. 1102. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). ORDINANCE NO. 1103: AN ORDINANCE VACATING THOSE PORTIONS OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH ALLEY ADJOINING LOTS 8 AND 9 AND LOTS 24 AND 25, BLOCK 17, HELM'S SECOND ADDITION TO PASCO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME "B" OF PLATS, PAGE 25, RECORDS OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Carter, to read Ordinance No. 1103 by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1103 was read by title. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Ordinance No. 1103 has been read by title only. Motion carried. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, to adopt Ordinance No. 1103. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTION NO. 542: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY TREASURER TO INVEST MONIES FROM THE ARTERIAL STREET FUND IN UNITED STATES CERTIFICATES OF INDEBTEDNESS. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, to read Resolution No. 542 in its entirety. Motion carried. Resolution No. 542 was read. Motion made by James, seconded by Carter, that Resolution No. 542 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, to adopt Resolution No. 542. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). RESOLUTION NO. 543: A RESOLUTION FIXING A TIME FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE RUBY STREET BETWEEN ROAD 20 (Chase Avenue) AND ROAD 22. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond to read Resolution No. 543, in its entirety. Motion carried. Resolution No. 543 was read. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that Resolution No. 543 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by Kilbury, Seconded by James, to adopt Resolution 543. Motion car- ried by roll call vote of six (6)...5 -Yes votes, 1 -abstain (Stanley abstaining) --Before resolution was read: Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that the date for public hearing be June 18, 1963, 8:00 P.M. DST.6otion carried.) NEW BUSINESS: Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Hendler, that the City obtain a copy of "Better Transportation for your City" and the 17 procedure manuals involved. Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by•Kilbury, seconded by James to adjourn to next regular meeting date June 4, 1963 -- 8:00 P.M. DST. Motion carried. (Adjourned: l0ii16 P.M.) r ATTEST: Adah M. Perry, City Clerk PASSED AND APPROVED THIS `G/ DAY OF , 1963. �Z4— ,e, Clerk's Representative