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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-20-1963 MinutesPASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUGUST 20, 1963 CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by the 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. D. Wayne Campbell, City Attorney and George R. Fisher, City Eingin- eer-Supervisor were also present. Councilman Greenlee arrived at 8:05• APPROVING MINUTES: Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury, that the minutes of August 6, 1963 be approved as written. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS: R. W. PISCHEL: LOADING ZONE "SMITTY'S PANCAKE HOUSE": Note enclosed with his application and remittance of $50.00: "It is my understanding this permit will be good for one year (12 months) from the date on this application." (August�15, 1963) City Attorney ruled $50.00 is for the balance of this year -- according to Ordinance No. 1024, permits issued for January 1 thru December 31. Mr. Fisher to advise Mr. Pischel of the Attorney's ruling. DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS: C.S. #1102• P.S.H. No. 3 PASCO BY-PASS: Confirming conversation this date by phone (W. M. Foster, Dist. Engineer, 8-15-63) tentative arrange- ments have been made for an appointment for the City of Pasco with the State Highway Commission dur- ing the week of September 23rd. Following discussion relative to the work load in September (164 budget etc.) and in order to give ample time for proper preparation of the case: Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Hendler, that we inform the District Engineer we prefer meeting in October with the State Highway Commission. Motion carried: 5 - "yes" and 2 - "no" (Stanley and Diemond voting "no"). MAYOR VAN HOY -- NEGOTIATING ON OIL 6 GREASE: Mayor requests permission to negotiate with a major oil company for prices on motor oil and grease, not to exceed one year. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Stanley, that the Mayor negotiate on prices for oil and grease. Motion carried. (by agreement form) C. F. WHETSLER: (L. HAVSTAD FRONT FOOTAGE REFUND): Under an agreement with the City Water Department and Mr. L. Haystad, he is entitled to front footage refund for Lot 1 Block 3, Riverhaven Addition. This agreement dated 3-23-62. Franklin Co. P.U.D. has installed a 6" water line west on Irving Street from Road 40. The line on Road 40 was installed by Mr. Haystad. Water was sold to Lot 1, Block 3, By P.U.D. under their agreement of $150.00 per lot. However, they City is obligated for ahsum of $440.00 to Mr. Haystad. Maps were submitted to P.U.D. indicating which properties the city had front footage due. It was the general concensus of opinion between the City and P.U.D. that where this situation occurred, that the P.U.D. would pay the difference. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Kilbury, that we set up meeting with P.U.D. and discuss this matter at the earliest possible time for all parties concerned. Motion carried. C. F. WHETSLER: REQUEST TO INSTALL APPROX. 1,000 FT. OF 811 WATER LINE: Installation 66r$1,000 ft. of 8' water line North on Road 24 from Court to Opal at an approximate cost of $4,000.00. -- Upon recommendation of the Water Committee this loop line be installed, Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Diemond, that this request be granted. Motion carried. C. F. WHETSLER: REQUEST TO ATTEND SCHOOL, W.S.U. 9-16 thru 18 1963: Mr. Whetsler's letter addressed to the Mayor and City Council specifies that the expense for this school (7th Biennial Inland Empire Water Works) is allowed for in the present budget. City transportation is re- quested. Motion made by Diemond, seconded by James, that this request be granted. Discussion: Hendler pointed out that the Mayor had been given this authority by Ordinance and before it came up to a vote asked the Mayor whether he had given his approval or denial. Mayor stated that he had denied the request and had submitted it to Council. Motion carried 5 - "yes" and 2 - "no" (Hendler and Kilbury voting "no"). RESIGNATION: ROBERT B. WORLEY, PARK BOARD: Letter read from Mr. Worley, wherein he resigns due to his moving from this area to Phoenix, Arizona. Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Diemond, that the Mayor be requested to send Mr. Worley a letter of commendation - thanking him for his service on the Park Board. Motion carried. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by James, that this resignation be accepted. Motion carried. H.H.F.A. - August 16, 1963: Letter signed by Mr. L. R. Durkee, Director of Northwest Operations setting forth five items in the appli-Iii cation forms that must be changed prior to completion of review of application by H.H.F.A., Seattle. Fisher advised: Our Consulting Engineers - Seattle are checking on these changes with Mr. Durkee's office and will advise us relative to exact information required by H.H.F.A., Seattle. As soon as we are advised by Cornell, Howland, Hayes and Merryfield, of these requirements, necessary corrective information will be forwarded to the Seattle Office of H.H.F.A. POINT OF ORDER: Hendler asked the City Attorney if a motion acted upon earlier in this meeting could be broug t up for reconsideration. Attorney advised this could be done. Hendler pointed out to the council that by their action in regard to the request of Mr. Whetsler, to attend school, had over-ridden the Mayor's actions -- when they had, by Ordinance, delegated him to act on matters of this kind. Kilbury pointed out that any motion to reconsider a previous motion, according to Roberts Rules of Order, must be proposed by a member of the prevailing side. PASCO, WASHINGTON l— COLUMBIA OUTDOOR ADVERTISINQ : LEASE 2778: Letter from Mayor VanHoy, to Council: "Permission is hereby requested to approve a change in the pay- ment schedule of the Columbia Outdoor Advertising Co. from annual payment to quarterly payments, in ad- vance. Future scheduled payments as follows: July 1: $30.00; October 1: $30.00; January 1: $30.00 and April 1: $30.00. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Carter, that the council concur. Motion carried. N. P. RAILROAD (L. M. JENNER, IND. AGENT) -- ORDINANCE NO. 1108: Letter to Mr. George Fisher, City.Engineer: They pointed out that in the next to the last line of sec- tion One, the word "west" should be "easy" -- requesting that we take what ever steps necessary to cor- rect this error. (The Original Ordinance was correct -- this was an error in the publication only). Motion made by Stanley, seconded by Diemond, that insomuch as the Ordinance read correctly, and the ad- vertising was in error, that we re -advertise that particular ordinance in its correct form. (1108). Motion carried. D. WAYNE CAMPBELL, CITY ATTORNEY: TRANSFER $29.00 from COURT COSTS to BOOKS AND PERIODICALS: These items are both in the same budget catagory and the money is to be used for maintaining the work "McQuillen Municipal Corporations". Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, that this request be granted. Motion carried. MARY CARPENTER, CITY TREASURER -- REPORT ON L.I.D. NO. 66: rr■�.w....rsw.rw.r - ..�...rr-r- "The thirty (30) day period for the payment of interest-free assessments on L.I.D. No. 66 having expired, I submit the following report: Total of assessments: $ 441011.51 Advance payments: 31837.95 Balance to be collected: $ 40,173.56 FIREMEN'S PENSION BOARD: (Mayor requested this be read in conjunction with the letter above) �.�rr.w�.�es�i... rr■.�ri..w.r.�+rr "At a meeting of the Firemen's Pension Board held August 19, 1963, action was duly taken authorizing the Treasurer to purchase L.I.D. Note at the rate of 4-3/4$ interest." -- signed Adah M. Perry, Secretary. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley, that this matter be turned to the City Finance Committee and subsequently to the City Attorney to draw necessary ordinance. Motion carried. GEORGE PLESCHER, PLANNING DIRECTOR: TRANSFER OF DUNDS: Mr. Plescher requests that $600.00 be transferred from Printing, Postage and Supplies to Miscellaneous Expense (both in same budget catagory). Discussion. Motion made by James, seconded by Stanley, that this request be granted. Motion carried by 6 - "yes" and 1 - "no" (Greenlee voting no). ADAM M. PERRY, CITY CLERK (Matter of Record: EGGERS): "This is to inform you that the release of Public Utility rights issued by the City To Merle D. and Violet R. Eggers has been recorded in the Frank&in Co. Court House, instrument No. 250137, Vol. 117 of Deeds, page 331, July 10, 1963 and is now on file in the office of the City Clerk." ADAH M. PERRY, CITY CLERK (Matter of Record: METTIE): "The release -of further obligations whatsoever on behalf of the City of Pasco in connection with the sump) pump installed on the property of Donald J. and Betty L. Mettie has been recorded in the Franklin Co. Court House, Instrument No. 250642, Vol. 117, of Deeds, Page 471, July 26, 1963 and is now on file in the office of the City Clerk." ADAH M. PERRY., CITY CLERK (Matter of Record: GRIGG): "A Bill of Sale from the City of Pasco to Charles Grigg for a water and sewer line in Block 2, of Pettit'; Addition has been recorded in the Franklin Co. Court House, Instrument No. 249725, Book 18, of Miscel- laneous, Page 519, June 26, 1963, and is now on file in the office of the City Clerk." ADAH M. PERRY SEC'Y - P LANNING COMMISSION (Rezone -- portion of RIVERSIDE ADDITION): Following public hearing on petition to change zone in Block 7, Lots 11 thru 20, inclusive, and all of Block 9 from R-2 to M-1: The Commission, by motion approved the zone change (with conditions) that a permanent type fence be constructed on the east side of the property and maintained as a buffer between the existing residential area and the proposed manufacturing area. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Hendler, that Public Hearing be set for September 3, 1963, 8:00 P.M. PDST - Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS: PUBLIC HEARING -- ON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Notice of Public Hearing was read: Mayor declared the Hearing open. Asked for comments in favor -- None offeredd. Asked for comments in opposition =- none. No written protests submitted. Mayor de- clared the Hearing closed. (This will come up under Ordinances (No. 1120) ). PUBLIC HEARING -- ON CHANGE IN 6 -YEAR COMPREHENSIVE STREET PLAN: Notice of Public Hearing was read and Mayor declared the hearing open. Asked for comments in favor of change - none. Asked for comments in opposition - none. No written protests submitted. Mayor declared the hearing closed. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Diemond, that the City Engineer make these changes in the Street Program, and submit it to the State for filing. Motion carried. PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUGUST 20, 1963 VISITORS: AT THIS TIME, THE MAYOR INVITED ANYONE IN THE AUDIENCE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. E. M. MAGEE, FORMER PRES. OF THE N.A.A.C.P. PASCO: Was appointed as delegate from the organization to come to the council meeting and present their mes- sage. The N.A.A.C.P. resents the reflections cast on East Pasco through several sentences in Mr. DeWitt's Paper "Tri Cities Today". Mr. Magee quoted one item in Edition.No 4 specifically. Requests. the help of the City Council in this matter. Discussion. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, to turn this matter to the City Attorney for investigation and report back at the next council meeting. Motion carried. CLAIMS: DAVE BUTCHER - 404 S. WERE: Presented claim through Charles T. Morbeck, Attorney. -- claim in the amount of $656.40 for wood which was burned by the Fire Department at the following property: Lot 13 to 22 and 24 to 32 inclusive, Block 105 PAsco Land Company First Addition to Pasco. Discussion followed relative to insurance, etc. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that this be turned to the City Attorney. Motion carried. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES: KILBURY (Claims, Finance): Committee met with Roscoe Day from Griffenhagen & Kroeger Tuesday on the office study. He was to have presented a proposal for this meeting, but it has not arrived. A meeting is called on this for the night of the workshop meeting, Tuesday night (August 27, 1963). JAMES (Planning, Legislative, Building): Land for Public Works Building; No decision at,this time as to location for public works building. One property owner has offered for sale: Lots 1 thru 6 in Block 82 along Washington Street. Discussion: relative to long term lease; indefinite lease, condemnation. Mayor pointed out that time before winter is growing short, and there is one place at the Airport available at this time, with office space and rest room. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that the Mayor be authorized to make such lease as referred to for the benefit of the Street Department on a month-to-month basis. Motion carried. Painting Cell Block: Three quotations have been received for painting of cell block and tank as follows: B� W.W.,195 52; Charles E. Barnes Painting Co. $1,072.00 and Jones Paint Contracting $628.00. Motion made by James, seconded by Greenlee, that we contract with Mr. Jones to paint the cell block and tank as per specifications. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). Association of Washington Cities: On August 27th or 28th, there will be a member of the staff of the AWC here to be of aid to any councilman or official and Mr. Singler will be happy to meet with City officials, Mayor VanHoy planning to be absent from town on that date, Mr. Fisher will notify councilmen of Mr. Singler's arrival. Planning Commission Scheduled Meetings: August 27, Joint meeting with the County Planning Commission and others to discusses the proposed subdivision plan for the east"and the west side. September 3 meet in regional planning office to review residential section of the zoning ordinance prior to public hearing. September 10, Public Hearing on the Residential Section of the Zoning Ordinance. GREENLEE (Fire and Light): Purchases: Requests for purchases were read as follows: Fire Department: used Royal typewriter $ 74.88 one 12' length 5" hose 144.68 $ 219.56 Water Department: 2 boxes pump packing and one chart -a -meter 230.48 Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by James, that these requests be approved. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). STANLEY (Water & Sewer): F.C.I.D.: A letter has been mailed to the F.C.I.D. from the City Attorney, requesting -the re -opening of neg� o ations for the Franchise Agreement in the Replat'of Lewis Addition. They were asked to present a counter -proposal agreement replacing the one they turned down. Section 44 Article V. Ordinance No. 962: The Committee recommends that it be not changed at this time. Motion made by Henalzr, to instruct t e City Attorney to draw the necessary ordinance to change Sec. 26 of 962 to provide for residential rates on duplexes. (died for want of a second) CARTER: (Police, Civil Defense): Business License_ Applications: were read as follows: Sam Allessio Fruit & Produce Roadside truck, E. Lewis Street Dave Butcher Cafe 303 S. Oregon Joe Bumpaous Cafe E donut shop Foster E Court St. Tumbleweed Apt. Darrell E. Greenwood 11 apartments 624 W. Yakima Ford Motor Credit Co. Ronald G. Zollars, Atty Credit office 605 W. Columbia Wylie Monument Works Mrs. Roy F. Shaw Selling Monuments 215 1/2 N. Oregon Motion made by Carter, seconded by Greenlee, that we accept these applications. Motion carried. Two solicitor licenses wereeapplied for and applications read as follows: William O'Neill Home Readers Service 1919 Jay Street Minnie Stanley Lawn furniture Benton City, Washington Motion made by Carter, seconded by Greenlee, that these be accepted. Motion carried. i Re: F.O.E. application for Trade Stimulator -- they have been billed for the balance of their fee $125.00. it REGULAR MEETING DIEMOND,(Streets, Engineering): PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUGUST 20, 1963 No report for this meeting. Mayor asked about the Maitland Street: discussion and reference to profile: Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Stanley, that t is matterTe turned to the Street Committee for study and report at the next regular council meeting. Motion carried. (Hendler abstained). HENDLER (Parks_,_ Library_, Cemetery): No report for this meeting. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that a five minute recess be called. Motion carried. (recessed at 9:30 P.M.) Meeting re -convened at 9:50 -- Meeting c&lled to order by Honorable T. R. VanHoy. (all present) APPOINTMENTS: PARK BOARD: At this time, the Mayor appointed Richard Maurstad, 828 Octave to fill posi- tion ma ated bynftzrVorley116n�1the Park Board. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Stanley, that the council concur with the Mayor's appointment. Motion carried. GAS BOARD: The Mayor re -appointed Lex Schnettler to the Gas Board. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Diemond, to concur with the Mayor's appointment. Motion carried. ORDINANCES.:: ; C `7- ; ORDINANCE NO. 1118: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF LAND FOR PUBLIC PARK PURPOSES AND FOR THE DEVELOPMENT THEREOF; DECLARING THE ESTIMATED COST THEREOF AS NEAR AS MAY BE; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $20,000.00 PAR VALUE OF "GENERAL OBLIGATION PARK BONDS, 1963", AND FIXING THE FORM AND MAXIMUM INTEREST RATE OF THE BONDS; ESTABLISHING A "PARK ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT FUND" AND A "GENERAL OBLIGATION PARK BOND FUND, 1963"; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF THE BONDS. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, to read Ordinance No. 1118 by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1118 was read by title. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that Ordinance No. 1118 has been read by title only. Motion carried. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, to adopt Ordinance No. 1108. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). ORDINANCE N0. 1119: AN ORDINANCE ADDING A NEW SECTION TO BE SECTION 15 TO ORDINANCE NO. 514 AND PASCO CITY CODE CHAPTER 3-17, AS IT NOW EXISTS, RE- LATING TO THE DISCRETIONARY WAIVERS OF THE ADMISSIONS TAX BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND BEING AN ORDINANCE LEVYING AN ADMISSION TAX ON PERSONS PAYING ADMISSIONS, OR WHO ARE ADMITTED FREE OR AT REDUCED RATES TO ANY PLACE; FIXING THE AMOUNT AND PROVIDING FOR THE COL- LECTION THEREOF; AND PRESCRIBING PENALTIES. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, to read Ordinance No. 1119 by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1119 was read by title. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, that Ordinance No. 1119 has been read by title only. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, to adopt ORUNANaB No. 1119. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). **1 ORDINANCE NO. 1120: AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PASCO CONSISTING OF TWO PARTS, PART I BEING A POPULATION, ECONOMIC AND LAND USE STUDY, AND PART II BEING A RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, COM- MUNITY FACILITIES, CITY CENTER, AND THOROUGHFARE STUDY, AS A POLICY STATEMENT TO BE USED AS A GUIDE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND RE-DEVELOP- MENT EDEVELOP- MENT OF THE CITY OF PASCO. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, that Ordinance 1120 be read by title only. Motion carried. Ordiaance No. 1120 was read by title. Motion made by James, seconded by Hendler, that Ordinance No. 1120 has been read by title only. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, to adopt Ordinance No. 1120. Motion married by roll call vote of seven (7). **1 Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Carter, that the Kiwanis Club of Pasco be allowed to be waived the admission tax for their "Ice Vogues" show on September 1, 21, 3 and 4. Motion carried. RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTION NO. 552: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF.THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CONSTRUCT CERTAIN SANITARY SEWERS, TO GETHER WITH MANHOLES, WITHIN A CERTAIN AREA OF THE CITY AND TO CREATE A LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT TO ASSESS THE COST AND EXPENSE OF SAID IMPROVEMENT AGAINST THE PROPERTIES IN SAID DISTRICT SPECIALLY BENEFITED THEREBY; AND NOTIFYING ALL PERSONS WHO MAY DESIRE TO OBJECT TO SAID IMPROVEMENT TO APPEAR AND PRESENT THEIR OBJECTIONS IT A MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 17, 1963, AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 548. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that Resolution No. 552 be read. Motion carried. Resolu- tion No. 552 was read in its entirety. Motion made by James, seconded by Stanley, that Resolution No. 552 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, to adopt Resolution No. 552. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). PASCO, WASHINGTON R GUUAR'-NLETYRG'NLSS' COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUGUST 20, 1963 UNFINISHED BUSINESS: WATER SUPERINTENDENT'S REQUEST EARLIER IN MEETING: (W.SUU. WATER SCHOOL): Councilman Greenlee stated that with regard to the Water Superintendent's request read and acted on earlier in the meeting, that in view of the fact that this request was not handled in the proper pro- cedure according to the ordinance: Motion made by Greenlee (being one who voted on the prevailing side), seconded.by Carter, that the motion previously made be brought up for reconsideration. Motion carried by roll call vote of 5 - yes; 2 - no (Diemond, Stanley voting "no"). Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Carter, that this request, the motion to honor it and the consequent vote be stricken from the records of this meeting. Motion carried by roll call vote of 4 - yes; and 3 - r Yes votes: Carter, Greenlee, Hendler, James. No votes: Diemond, Kilbury, Stanley [Motion referred to above will be found on page 3264 - item number 6 under communications] ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Carter, to adjourn to next regular meeting date September 3, 1963. Motion carried. (adjourned 10:12 P.M.) T VanHoy MA OR ATTEST: � � �/ - 7 Adah M. Perry, CITY CLERK PASSED and APPROVED this ,iW day of , 1963. 70 --.. L'Lz'c;;�v ez Clerk s Representative