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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-04-1963 MinutesI PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS JUNE 4, 1963 CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Honorable T. R. VanHoy, Mayor. :iROLL CALL: By Clerk's representative. Councilmen present were G. E. Carter, Ed Hendler, H. C. James, Chas. D. Kilbury and Allen D. Stanley-. Councilmen L. R. Diemond and R. L. Greenlee were absent at time of roll call. D. Wayne Campbell, City Attorney and George R. Fisher, City Supervisor -Engineer were present. Councilman Greenlee arrived at 8:03. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion made by James, seconded by Hendler, that the minutes of the meeting held May 21, 1963 be approved. Motion carried. BILLS: Bills against the City were read as follows: Current Expense $ 370705.56 Water Department 180028.90 Street Department 40685.99 Park Department 6,413.58 Golf Course 4,557.73 Library Department 3,133.12 Library Const. & Acq. Fund 25282.67 Cemetery Department 1,473.60 L.I.D. #66 7,345.53 Yacht Basin 298.94 TOTAL - - All Dep a"tments: $ 85,925.62 Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that all bills properly signed and approved be paid. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5). [Greenlee had not yet arrived] COMMUNICATIONS: W. M. FOSTER, DIST. ENGR. (Dated 5-27-63: C.S. #1102 P.S.H. No. 3 Pasco -Lewis Street Connection -- Permit No. U5-220) "* * * State Highway Commission authorized the issuance of Permit No. U5-220 to the City of Pasco to construct, operate and maintain a temporary sewer line crossing on the referenced section of highway at Highway Engineer's Station A4+57." Enclosed were original and three copies of the permit, requesting that all signed copies be mailed to Yakima Office of State Highway Commission for execution. (fully executed original will be returned to the City of Pasco) Also attached, was their receipt No. E3008 for the $10.00 basic overhead fee re- ceived by City Warrant No. 3469. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that the Mayor be authorized to sign. Motion carried. FEDERAL AVIATION AGENCY -- WESTERN REGION (P. 0. Box 90007 Airport Station, Los Angeles, 9, California dated May 17, 1963) "Honorable T. R. VanHoy Mayor of City of Pasco Pasco, Washington Dear Mayor VanHoy: There is enclosed a fully executed instrument of release on land which was conveyed to the City of Pasco, Washington, as a part of the Pasco Municipal Airport and which is presently being used for municipal golf course purposes by the City of Pasco. The tender of this release constitutes consent by the Federal Aviation Agency to the transfer of the remainder of the airport to the Port of Pasco, Washington, subject to the terms, conditions, restric- tions and reservations of the original instruments of transfer. The City of Pasco is also relieved of all obligations, in connection with the Pasco Municipal Airport, created by those Grant Agreements between the United States and the City of Pasco identified as: Project No. 9-45-060-5701 accepted on June 27, 1957 Project No. 9-45-060-5902 accepted on August 5, 1958 Project No. 9-45-060-6103 accepted on May 2, 1961 with the exception of certain portions of the water and sewer systems and related easements which the City will retain. The Conditions imposed in the release will require some revisions in the proposed transfer agreement presented as a part of your request but should present no great difficulty. As soon as the pertinent resolutions and transfer agreements have been made effective, the City shall furnish the District Airport Engineer, Mr. Richard T. Puckey, with three copies of all such instru- ments. Sincerely yours, /s/ D. L. Barton Enclosure (for) Charles L. Winger Chief, Airports Division" Instrument of Release was passed around the table at this point for councilmen to study for later in the meeting. PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS JUNE 4, 1963 WATER RIGHTS: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION (Glen'H. Fiedler, Dep. Supv. DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES): Relative to application for permit (50 million gallons per day). A statement of additional examina- tion fee due was enclosed together with signed voucher in the amount of $144.00. That office has no record as to the extent of the water rights which the City of Pasco may enjoy through an appropriation initiated prior to the enactment of the 1917 Surface Water Code. "Although the 1917 Act preserved rights in existence at that time, such rights can only be defined through adjudi- cation proceedings. We shall consider that by your application for appropriation permit you in no way waive rights which may be vested by prior use." Discussion was held. Campbell pointed out the calculated risk of losing the 50 million gallon a day rate should we not use that amount. Considering the growth of the area, and the new water system of the P.U.D. making additional demands on our water supply -- the council in setting the figure feel that the state will also consider these items in the examination. Voucher was in with bills acted on pre- viously. HOUSING 6 HOME FINANCE AGENCY -- (Office of the Regional Administrator, 989 Market Street; San Francisco California dated May 27, 1963) To Mayor VanHoy -- Suggests week of June 17 - 21 for conference in answer to Mayor's request in letter of May 14. Attached was agenda of similar conference held in Mountain Home, Idaho for background infor- mation as to procedure. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by'James, that the Mayor be authorized to send H.H.F.A. SanFrancisco letter and a copy of the comprehensive plan, pahse two -- indicating in the letter that we desire to meet with them on June 20 and 21. Motion carried. CASCADE NATURAL GAS CO. (Gerald Carlson, Manager, Pasco): [Parking Meters] Letter dated May 89 1963 -- request consideration by the Council to establish a policy for parking their company service trucks in legal parking areas, and metered zones (through city permit or license) -- they suggest the issuance of either windshield sticker or card or a canvas bag which would be placed over the meter head during parking. Motion made by Carter, seconded by Hendler, to turn this to the Police Committee for consideration and report to council. Motion carried. } REV. H; P. HAWKINS, President (of Pasco Branch N.A.A.C.P. 29-C Navy Homes): Expressing appreciation to the Mayor and Mr. Hendler for presentation made on behalf of the Mayor's Office at the area conference banquet on May 4, 1963. M. ROSS DOWNS ASSOC. INC. (414 White -Henry -Stuart Bldg.; Seattle 1, Washington): .(dated 5-22-63 and signed by M. Ross Downs) Thanked the City for the comprehensive plan, pahse two, submitted to him. He feels that Pasco has tremendous potential, and assures us of their deep interest. -- Offers service of his office if needed. C. F. WHETSLER - Water Superintendent (REQUEST FOR TRANSFER $2,500.00 6-4-63): "It has become necessary for the Water Department to transfer $2,500.00 from budget item 'Utility Equipment' to 'Meters'. These items are in the same capital Outlay division of the budget. Due to unforseen meter installations this spring, this transfer will ber.necessary." Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that this request be granted. Motion carried unanimous. BLOCK "C" PETTIT'S ADDITION (Charles G. and Frankie L. Grigg): Mr. Fisher reported that $22,659.59 (check number 12374, Walla Walla Federal -- Treasurer's Receipt Number 2290) has been paid for the sale of Block "C" Pettit's Addition to Pasco, according to the of- ficial plat thereof recorded in the office of the Auditor of Franklin County, Washington. SUBJECT to right, title and interest of the Northern Pacific Railway Company in and to that portion of said block lying within 200 feed of the centerline of the "Old Incline Track". SUBJECT TO easements, reservations and restrictions of record. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to. sign the deed and return deed with the Bid Deposit Check on file in the amount of $1,500.00. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). PUBLIC HEARINGS: VACATION OF ALLEY IN BLOCK 2 - PETTIT'S ADDITION: Mr. Fisher read the Notice of Public Hearing -- Mayor VanHoy declared the Public Hearing open. Discus- sion was held relative to sewer and water lines: The Walker's sewer line runs across the Grigg property to the alley. The sewer lines and water lines in this property will be the responsibility of Mr. Grigg subsequent to vacating alley. No protests to the vacation were received, either by letter or verbal. Mayor declared the hearing closed. Motion made..by Hendler, seconded by James, that the City Attorney be directed to draw necessary Ordinance for vacation of alley, Block 2, Pettit's Addition. Motion carried. PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS JUNE 4. 1963 L.I.D. #66 -- FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL: Mayor declared the Public Hearing open. Mr. Fisher read three (3) written protests: 1. W. G. Kellie - 439 N. Beech Street: "This is to object to paying for sewer on Lot 20 Block 29, in Highland Park Homes. The amount is $198.94 and the lot has no buildings of any sort, nor do we intend to build on the property. Also the sewer only was put half way through our alley. We will pay for the sewer on Lot 1, Block 29, Highland Park Homes, but object to paying _such a high amount for a vacant lot as Lot 1, Block 29. (signed: Mrs. W. G. Kellie) 2. Robert L. Young - S. 5' of Lot 9 Block 32, Highland Park Homes $16.60 and Lot 10 Block 32 Highland Park Homes $198.94. "I am against the assessment on the above described land. Regis- ter my protest at the meeting June 4, 1963. (signed: Robert L. Young) 3. Economy Finance Co. Inc. Re: Local Improvement Dist. #66 Lot 11, Block 2, Highland Park Homes "Please accept this as our protest against the captioned Local Improvement Dist. #66 for certain improvements to the property described." (signed: K. E. Williamson) FROM THE AUDIENCE: Mr. W. W. Sargent spoke in favor of the L.I.D. Mr_Donald Ferguson: questioned the charges and amounts of risers for his assessment (Lot 1, Block 5, Wehe s First Addition). City Engineer to investigate and recheck -- Mr. Ferguson is not objecting to the L.I.D. but does ask for an adjustment on the footage and charges if this is in order. W. W. Sargent: Requests that the alley between A and B and Vine and 8th, be put back in good condition, as it was before the sewer installation. Mr. Chalcraft: 823 S. Vine Street, questioned the amount of his assessment, and was informed the rea- son for the sewer line being placed as it was -- because of the 18" water line on the east side of that street. -He is not objecting to the L.I.D. Don Norvell: (L.I.D. #66): Mr. Fisher read letter from Don Norvell, which was checked out with the bonding attorneys and they approved the inclusion: "From: Brown Excavation Company to George Fisher, City Supervisor, Pasco, Washington Dear Mr. Fisher: Please add the S 6' of Lot 3 all of lots 4 thru 10 inclusive, lots 11 thru 17 and south 6' of lot 18, Block 15 Riverside Addition to the City of Pasco to the Local Improvement District now be- ing completed. Very truly yours, (signed: Don Norvell)." That was a portion of the area that the city was assuming the cost -- Mr. Norvell subsequently acquired title to the property and requests that he be assessed for that property. After discussion, Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that the Council as a whole be a committee to study this and report at next council meeting. Motion carried. Mayor declared the Public Hearing on L.I.D. #66 Final Assessment Roll closed. VISITORS: Mr. Mills, 9th grade class, Washington State History and Government (Isaac Stevens Jr. High) were recog- nized by the council. There were 44 students present. The Mayor invited questions from any of the students. Questions were presented relative to Park and Recreation; Golf Course Club house and street problems as well as "Water Follies". The individual councilmen answered all questions presented. At the close of the discussion period, Mr. Mills thanked the Council for the opportunity of visiting the Council and mentioned he would like to return next year. Mr. 0. E. Bauman, 1010 S. Maitland, registered a complaint relative to the Police Department -- Discus- sion was held. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Carter, that this matter be turned to the Police Committee for report at next meeting. Motion carried. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY: Leonard J. Newell: Damage to car in the amount of $98.00 (claim states due to loose manhole cover.) Mr. Newell's Address: 1720 N. Illinois. Motion made by Carter, seconded by Greenlee, to turn to Insurance Committee of Council. Motion carried. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES: KILBURY: (Claims, Finance) No report on the Committee meeting. Announcing: No committee meeting June 5th. JAMES: (Planning, Legislative, Building): Reminding the council members again of the AWC convention June 12, 13 and 14 at Longview, Washington. GREENLEE: (Fire and Light) The following request to purchaseaawait your approval: Water Department -- $3,145.61 Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Carter, that these be allowed. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). VANHOY: Reported on the matter of the trees at the Cemetery in immediate need of spraying. Mr. Shaw has received a quotation of $411.00 for two applications. Prices were obtained by Mayor VanHoy from two other firms which were both higher. Discussion was held as to the financial status for this item. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that this be turned to the Finance Committee of the City for action, and subsequently to the Attorney for drawing up the Resolution. (Cash on Hand under estimated at beginning of year.) Motion carried. (Council agreed the spraying should be done at once.) PASCO, WASHINGTON I REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS JUNE 4. 1963 1 STANLEY: (Water and Sewer) At the last meeting, we had moved to authorize the Water Superintendent to call for bids on pipe on June 26, 1963 at 2:00 P.M. -- We didn't name the location for opening of bids, pending the investi- gation by the City Attorney -- considering the possibility of calling for bids jointly. The P.U.D. has already advertised their call vor bids to be opened at the P.U.D. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Kilbury, to open bids at the City Hall Council Chambers at the time and date and amounts of pipe as per last meeting. Motion carried. CARTER: (Police, Civil Defense) The following business licenses await your approval: PASCO GOLF COURSE CAFE John Severson BETTY & BOB'S CAFE Betty Pierpont Cafe with beer (additional fee for beer) Cafe WAGGONERS APARTMENTS Apartments (4) F. E. and Olda Jean Waggoner ICE CREAM SCOOTER (Robert D. Price) KEITH A. SMITH Ice cream (mobile) Solicit, World Book Pasco Golf Course 132 West Lewis 912, 149 16 & 18 Leola 316 Jadwin, Richland 500 Sanford, Richland Motion made by Carter, seconded by Kilbury, that these applications be accepted. Motion carried. DIEMOND: (Streets, Engineering) Kilbury at this time, brought up the matter of excessive speed through Navy Homes. Motion made by Kilbury that this be turned to the Police Committee. Campbell requested that this be detained until he could check on the jurisdiction of those streets (whether or not they constituted public highway). [Kilbury's motion died for second] One -Way Streets: Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by James, that the Mayor be authorized to write letter to the Director of the State Highway Department requesting their permission to go ahead with the one-way Third and Fourth and Lewis and Clark (contingency request). Motion carried. Mayor VanHoy: Inquired about the dips which had beenlinstalled on several streets. City Engineer states that these are being corrected to prevent any personal or property damages. HENDLER: (Parks, Library, Cemetery) One item held over -- capital outlay for the tack coat and overlay for Sylvester Park (asphalt concrete) also for Richardson Park (Basket Ball Courts) total cost $1,323.00 plus tax. This is recommended by the Park Board and the Park Committee. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that this be approved. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). Water line has been extended to the triangle by Sylvester Park -- it is hoped that this can now be beautified. Report from Park Board and Park Committee: Some firm suggestions put forth as to proposed improvements and extended facilities for the next five years -- this was covered earlier in the meeting. [Hendler reported to Students earlier: The Park Board and Park Committee recommends additional swim- ming pools, location not determined, at least two additional outdoor swimming pools and perhaps an indoor -outdoor type pool; a pony league and grid -kids field; three playgrounds in addition to what now exist; three more tennis courts; three handball courts and two picnic shelters - one in Volunteer park and one in Memorial Park -- all this incorporated in the five year over-all plan] June 30th will be open -house at the Golf Course Club House. REPORTS FROM OFFICERS: R. B. LOVELACE, BUILDING INSPECTOR: Report from Building Inspector was read: This included 78 Permits having been issued in a total valuation of $234,455.00. Total permit fees collected were $1,091.06 (60 building; 10 gas installations; 8 plumbing permits and 2 gas fitter's license renewals). The 78 permits covered 60 building permits and 18 gas and mechanical installations. There were six 1 -family dwellings and 3 multiple units -- May, 1963. GOLF COURSE REPORT FOR MAY: Number of players for May: 2,841, Receipts $4,319.25 In addition to the above mentioned daily -play, there were 27 season tickers sold $1,937.76. Total receipts for May $6,257.01 -- total receipts to date: $25,700.56. SHOPPING CENTER: Mayor VanHoy reported that he had just received a call from Mr. Locher, of Locher Construction Co. requesting representation of the City Government, be at the site June 5, 1:30 P.M. DST for ground breaking ceremony. ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 1105: AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 1102 REBATING TO THE COST AND INSTALLATION OF BACK -CHECK VALVES, AND BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 962 AND PASCO CITY CODE 4-3.174 AS IT NOW EXISTS, RELATING TO CROSS -CONNEC- TIONS, AND ADDING NEW SECTIONS TO ORDINANCE NO. 962 AND PASCO CITY CODE CHAPTER 4-3 RELATING TO DEFINITIONS OF THE CITY WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM, DUAL WATER SYSTEMS, THE PLUMBING CODE, ESTABLISHING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTALLATION AND COSTS OF BACK -CHECK VALVES, AND ADOPTING THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE STATE BOARD OF HEALTH. Motion made by James, seconded by Stanley, that Ordinance No. 1105 be read by title only. Motion car- ried. Ordinance No. 1105 was read by title. Motion made by James, seconded by Stanley, that Ordinance No.1105 has been read by title only. Motion carried. Motion made by Stanley,, seconded by James, to ad Ordinance No. 1105. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTION. NO. 544: r A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE QUIT CLAIM DEED, TRANSFER AGREEMENT AND EASEMENT RELATIVE TO THE TRANSFER OF AIRPORT TO THE PORT OF PASCO. Motion made by James, seconded by Hendler, to read Resolution No. 544. Motion carried. Resolution No. 544 was read in its entirety. Motion made by James, seconded by Carter, that Resolution No. 544 has been read in its entirety. Motion carried. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, to adopt Resolu- tion No. 544. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). RESOLUTION NO. 545: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST SIGNATURE ON EXCAVATION AGREEMENT PERTAINING TO THE AIRPORT PROPERTY (removal of a hill on property the City is to retain). Motion made by James, seconded by Hendler, that Resolution No. 545 be read. Motion carried. Resolution No. 545 was read in its entirety. Motion made by James, seconded by Hendler, that Resolution No. 545 has been read in its entirety. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Carter to adopt Resolution No. 545. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, thatddue to Mr. Diemond's absence a Street Committee meeting be called for him for Wednesday.night at City Hall. Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: Stanley: Suggested that small scale city maps be acquired -- one for each councilman's place at the council table for ready -reference. The subject was brought up relative to the legal status of the Columbia Basin News and our legal adver- tising therein. City Attorney is to check this out. ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by Kilbury,, seconded by Carter to adjourn to next regular council meeting, June 18, 1963 - 8:00 P.M. DST. Motion carried. (adjourned 10:15 P.M.) PASSED AND APPROVED THIS JAY OF r —�IT. R. Vanes , Mayor , 1963 Clerk's Reprfesentative i I', CUSTOMER'S STATEMENT CITY OF PASCO P.O. Box 293 PASCO, WASHINGTON 99301 PHONE 547-8801 £�-- READINGS PREY. OTHER PREVIOUS PRESENT USED WATER SEWER BALANCE I AMOUNT ICODE BILLING DATE PLEASE BRING THIS BILL WHEN YOU PAY AT THE OFFICE. ACCOUNT NO. The balance shown is due in full within 30 days of billing date. After that day, bill is subject to penalty charge. �j-�