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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-01-1963 MinutesPASCO, WASHINGTON RFrIIIAR MFFTING COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER .`r. 1963 (CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M., by the Honorable T. R. Van Hoy, Mayor. DROLL 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. George R. Fisher, City Engineer/Supervisor and 0. Wayne Campbell, City Attorney were also present. (APPROVING OF MINUTES: Motion made by James, seconded by Kilbury, that the minutes of the regular meeting of September 17, 1963 be approved as written. Motion carried. IB ILLS: Bills against the City of Pasco were presented and read as follows: Current Expense Water Department Park Department Street Department Library Department L.C. & A. Fund Golf Course Golf Course Construction Cemetery Department Total for all Departments-, $ 40,103.16 20,577.90 7,472.75 6,719.06 3,122.56 7.94.81 4,101.36 188.55 1,302.28 $ 84,382.43 Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that these bills properly signed and vouched for be approved. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). IBID OPENING: SEALED PROPOSALS were received and opened for the "purchase of $20,000.00 par value of 'General Obligation Park Bonds, 1963' of the City of Pasco; authorized to be issued by Ordinance No. 1118" as,follows: NATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE OF SEATTLE; Second Avenue at Spring Street; Post Office Box 3966; Seattle 24, Washington: 11$20,000.00 - to this figure we will add accrued interest to date of delivery for the following bonds, an effective rate of 3.30°x. Net interest cost $4,191.00. $20,000.00 par value, maturing 9-1-65thru 9-1-73 inclusive, bearing interest at the rate of 3.30°/x. Certified manager's check of $1,000.00 enclosed with bid. STATE OF WASHINGTON, OFFICE OF THE STATE FINANCE COMMITTEE; Olympia, Washington: For $20,000.00 par value of serial coupon bonds as described in call: State of Washington will pay par and accrued interest with interest payable semi-annually at 4.001 per annum.. DOMINICK & DOMINICK; Norton Building; Seattle 4, Washington: Will pay $100.130 for each $100.00 par value of bonds which is a total premium of $20.00 for bonds with coupon rates and maturities as shown below: $2,000. 1965 4- $2,000. 1968- 4% $2,000. 1971 47o 2,000. 1966 4%, 2,000. 1969 4% 3,000. 1972 4% 2,000. 1967 4% 2,000. 1970 47. 3,000. 1973 40/. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that we accept the proposal of NATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE for the bonds.; Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). COMMUNICATIONS: JOE WALKER, RESIGNATION -- PASCO HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD: Letter addressed to the Honorable T. R. VanHoy, Mayor and the City Council, Pasco, Washington - dated September 26, 1963. "Gentlemen: This is my resignation as a member of the Board of the Pasco Housing Authority. Due to conditions, it is impossible for me to attend all the meetings of the Board, and I feel that the City.and the Board should have members who have the time to be at each and every meeting- Thanking you very much for past favors, I am Sincerely, /s/Joseph H. Walker" Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, that we accept Mr. Walker's resignation, and that the Mayor send him a letter of commendation and regret, Motion carried unanimously. TOM MORRISON APPOINTMENT - PASCO HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD: At this time, the Mayor stated he would like to appoint Tan Morrison, 729 W. Nixon to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Walker. Motion made by James, seconded'by Stanley, that the council concur with the Mayor's appointment. Motion carried unanimous. STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION: To Mayor VanHoy, dated September 26, 1963 and signed by David P. Swanson for W. M. Foster: .Advising of public hearing in connection with interstate route number 83: Prosser Heights Elementary School in Prosser, Washington October 15, 1963.at 2:00 P.M. POST. There will be informal pre -hearings at the Washington School in Sunnyside, October 11th and October 14th from 9:00 A.M. to noon each day. N/A PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 1, 1963 '!.BILL PRESTON. PRE.STON TRACTOR CO. 1124 W. Ainsworth CITY OWNED PROPERTY: Letter to the Mayor and City Council dated September 21, 1963. Subject: Lot 5 and 6 Block 11, Riverside Addition: Mr. Preston is interested in buying the above mentioned property, which is now owned by the City. He requests that the city set a minimum price. W he is successful in obtaining this property he will wish to rezone from Residential to -conform with his business now located at 1124 West Ainsworth. Plans for property: machinery lot.. Motion made by Kil-bury, seconded by Carter, that this matter be turned to the Property Committee for study and report at next regular meeting. Motion carried. H. W. RARKINSON, AIRPORT MANAGER -- STREET DEPARTMENT LEASE: Letter dated September 26, 1963 and signed by H. W. Parkinson enclosing the new lease with the Port of Pasco in triplicate requesting signature on all 3 copies - one will be returned to us. This was author- ized at previous meeting, and the Mayor has executed these copies of lease and returned them to Mr. Parkinson. VICTOR LOUIS WULFF. ARCHITECT PEDESTRIAN OVERPASS. NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROPERTY -- ROAD 22: Letter addressed to Mr. Fisher, dated September 20, 1963 relative to the proposed pedestrian overpass in the southeast corner of the school property for the Road 22 new elementary school - sketch was enclosed. Motion made by Hendler, seconded -by Carter, to turn to Street committee. Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Greenlee, to include the City Attorney for this meeting. Motion carried. Original motion carried. (with amendment) NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY -- DRAINAGE ON TACOMA STREET: Letter dated September 18, 1963 signed by R: C. Webb. Mr. Webb registers complaint relative to a low spot on Tacoma Avenue which Greats a drainage problem - requests correction of this and a!kso of chuck hole in the street. Motion made by Kilbury; seconded by Hendler, to turn to Street Committee for study and report back at next regular meeting. Motion carried. ANONYMOUS LETTER -- COMPLAINT: SIGNAL LIGHTS, TIME OF OPERATION: The writer states that the signal lights in town are turned off 2:00 A.M. on Wednesday S Thursday, but on Friday and Saturday night at 9:30 P.M. making it difficult and dangerous at the intersections concerned. A copy of this -letter has been furnished the Highway.Department and also to the Police Department. C. F. WHETSLER, Water- Superintendent REQUESTS RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER FUNDS FROM SKILLED LABOR $2,161.50 EXTRA LABOR & OVERTIME 2,161.50 to: BOND REDEMPTION & RESERVE FUND $4,323.00. This request comes about because of miscalculation of interest and the 1957 Revenue Bond Issue sale and refinancing: (Will come up under Resolution 557). D. WAYNE CAMPBELL, City Attorney REQUESTS TRANSFER $20.00;_ "I request permission -to transfer $20.00 from Court Costs to Books & Periodicals under the Legal Depart- ment's -Budget. Both items are under the•Mtnce, & Oper, classification. This money is to be used to main- tain the work: McQuillan "Municipal Corporations". Motion made by James, seconded by Carter, that the transfer be allowed. Motion carried unanimously;. DEAN WITTKOPF -- REQUEST FOR SIDEWALK WAIVER AGREEMENT: Mr.•Wittkopf requests a sidewalk waiver agreement for property at 1320 West "A" Street, where he plans to construct a building to -wit: SE corner of"A" Street and Ship.Avenue (Lots 18, 19 and 20 Block 7, Riverside Addition.) Submitted on routine mimeographed city.form. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Diemond; that this request be granted. Motion carried, unanimous. MOTION MADE BY STANLEY SECONDED BY CARTER -TO SET ASIDE THE REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS TO HEAR FROM ROGER JAMES, STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. - Motion carried. ROGER JAMES addressed the council and read letter dated September 3, 1963 to the Mayor and Members of the City Council: ."I.t is with pleasure that the Board of Certification for the State of Washington of the Pacific Northwest Pollution Control Association announces that a Certificate of Competency is being issued to Mr. IRVIN UNRUH.*** signed by Edwin R. Henken•, Secretary. The aims of the program were explained to the group, and Mr. James presented the certificate to Mr. UNRUH personally. MOTION MADE BY STANLEY, SECONDED BY KILBURY, THAT REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS BE RESUMED: Motion carried. Motion -made by Hendler, seconded by James, that a letter over the signature of the Mayor be sent to Mr. Unruh as our token of appreciation. Motion carried. PET IT IONS: Petition dated September 30, 1963 presented by Mr: and Mrs. C. F. Fredvi-ckson, 707 West Octave Street; bearing 23 additional signatures. Petition for the establishment of a Park at the intersection of Arthur and Octave Streets at the site where•the water tank is located. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that this be -turned to the Park Committee to use funds allocated in the Water Department Budget, 1963 to beautify this property. Motion carried. APPEALS: ROBERT W. PRICE-- Appeals decision of the Planning Commission: Dated September 20, 1963 to Secretary of Planning Commission, City of Pasco, Pasco, Washington: "Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Robert W. Price, through his attorneys, Peterson, Taylor and Day, does hereby appeal to the City Council of the City of Pasco from the determination of the City Planning Commission made on September 10, 1963 ruling that Robert W. Price in his operation of a trailer court is in violation of city ordinance No. $58. -- Robert W. Price by /s/ Stanley D. Taylor PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 1, 1963 of Peterson, Taylor & Day, Attorneys for Robert W. Price" Upon advise of the City Attorney., who had not been advised seconded by Carter, that we send Mr. Taylor a formal notice next meeting, October 15, 1963. At that time, we will hear Inspr. and also Mr. Price. Motion carried. VISITORS: (received 9-20-63 4:15- P.M. -es) of this, Motion made by Greenlee, that we will hear the appeal at the the version of Mr. Lovelace, Bldg. Mayor VanHoy invited questions or comments from the audience: MR. DEWITT: Raised the question as to the amount of fee for "Master License". He was of the opinion it was $2,000. a year. Carter informed him the correct fee was $500. DeWitt then wanted to know in the case of -.the Ace -Music Co. if that payment has-been made. Carter informed him it had been made. QUEENS OF SPADES: Members from this group were in for their work on the triangle north of Sylvester letter of appreciation & thanks. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY: the audience and the Council publicly thanked them and vicinity of the hospital.. Mayor has written RALPH G. BRITTON,•1707 West Shoshone Street; Pasco, Washington: , Submitted claim on city form, which was read at this time. On September 30, he has had damage in following manner: "automobile was hit and damaged by City of Pasco Street Department Hough Pay Loader which was working at Lucas and Shoshone Streets. There were no barricades and no flagman in the area. The loader swung out from the curb into the street and as I was driving by the front end of the bucket caught the right side of the car causing damage to the right front fender, door and bumper -- estimated damages in amount of $109.36." Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Carter, to put this to the City'.s Lnsurance Company for action. Motion carried unanimous. COMMITTEE REPORTS: KILBURY: (Claims, Finance) No report. JAMES: (Planning, Legislative, Building): A.W.C. DIST. MEETING, RICHLAND: Mr. James states he has contacted the host -mayor and indicated that approximately nine (9) will attend from Pasco. This is not a firm figure and any who decide they can go should do so. Mr. James requested Mr. Hendler to report: Street Names & Numbers: There being a problem in the City as to properly named.and numbering of streets. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Kilbury, that this matter be sent to the Planning Commission to study the proper naming and numbering of streets and report back no later than the first of February, •1964, with their recommendation. Motion carried unanimous. ABATEMENT: Several meetings previous, the City Attorney had been requested to write letters to certain property owners in the City relative to clean-up of -property. These individuals were given until September 3, 1963 to do the necessary clean up before farther action was taken. Mr. Campbell b Mr. Hendler have toured this group of streets (previous spot check7-F, photographed areas),approximately two weeks previous to this meeting (10-1-63) and find that about three have complied. Mr. Hendler went out again on Saturday -(9-28-63) nothing further has been done. (discussion was held at this point) Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Carter that the matter be given to the City Attorney to abate the nuisance, and that our City Attorney be instructed to take whatever legal action is necessary'and proper. Motion carried.unanimous. GREENLEE: (Fire b Ligbb) Requests to purchase were read as follows: Water Department: $1,437.26 Metff•;rQp4tc;,pa0tsi;;peirphdoron,�por4hase;,Crdars' ledger sheets, I meter yokes, tapping machine acc. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Carter, that these be approved, Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). 1, STREET LIGHTS: The P.U.D. is preparing a survey study to be brought back to the Light Committee on their recommendations forthe 1964 street light program. This will itinclude the underpass lights. STANLEY: '!Water & Sewer): HAVSTAD REFUND: Meeting has been held with the Water Committee, P.U.D. personnel and attorneys for the two groups. Letter read from H. H. Hudlow to C. F. Whetsler, Water Superintendent as follows: "In order to have no misunderatanding on the problems agreed to Friday, September 27, 1963 we offer the following as our interpretation of the agreements made: 1. Frank Edger, corner of Road 32 and Agate, 3 lots running west on Agate from Road 32 on the south side; where we .pay the city 1205.92 for assessment on these three lots. 2. H. R. Twehus, 4009 West Irving, south half of lot 1, block 3, Riverhaven subdivision on which we pay $220 as i the total assessment on this lot. 3. Joe Baumpons, 16 lots in Hull -Lee Addition at a total of $411.84, as these lots are served. We now serve 5 lots and owe $25.74 each or $128.70 total. At this time, we owe $205.92 +$220.00 + $128.70 or a total of $554.62 with a balance ultimately due on Hull -Lee Addition of ;283.14 as lots are signed up. If this fits your understanding on these lots, please sign the enclosed duplicate of this letter and we will present a voucher for you to sign for payment as designated. If not/agreement, please let us know soon. Respectfully yours, in /s/ H. H. Hudlow, Manager P.U.D. Dist #1 of Franklin County"' Motion made(�by Stanley, secnded by James, that we authorize the Mayor to sign this letter as being in agreement to return -to the P.U.D. for presentation of their voucher for payment to us in the amount of $554.62. Motion carried. PASCO, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING- COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 1, 1963 ,..:CARTER: Police,(Civil Defense): BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS Under Ordinance No.990 were presented, ar and read as follows 1. Master's Construction Co. 340 S. E. First Contractor/Sales Richard A. Masters Pendleton, Oregon 2. Larrys Beeline 2205 West Court Service Station Larry Tobin 3. Dr. Richard Berg 734 Court M.D. 4. Beneficial Life Ins. Co. 122 S. Fifth Ins. Agency D. Keith Barber 5.. Ray's Ray Thielen 1132 First (Adjoins Ray's Tav) Laundromat 6. Richland Plumbing and Heating 702 George Wn. Way Richland Plumbing. F. M. Logston Motion made by Carter-isecb6ded yyCJames,.c:thatithese be accepted. Motion carriedd One application (Kei-th Barber). presented a problem - businesses who are in business and have never applied for a license - method of enforcing etc. Motion made by Ki]bury, seconded by Hendler, that this matter be turned to-the-Finance,-,Claims,-Accounting.and Office Procedures Committee (re: 0.990). Motion carried. Under Ordinance 990, Section 46 (Commercial Rentals) there are six as follows: 1. Granger Building 208 N. Fourth Avenue 6 units W. L. Granger 2. C. H. Seute 3. Medical Arts Bldg. H. C. Baker 4. Jack Hamann 5. 'R. W.. Pischel 326, 319 Shoshone 8 630 Bonneville 536 Margaret 1840 Brown 4 pies P. 0. Box 131 5 units 9 units 4 units 4 addn'l units 6. W. A.,Wagner. 107 N. Third 4 units Motion made by Carter,, seconded by James, that we accept these. Motion carried Under Ordinance No. 741 (solicitors) there are two (isted as follows: 1. Theodore R. Stephens 2. •Barry B. Jacobs Sol. Masters Constr. Sol. Keystone 340 SE F&rst Pendleton, read re. 2231 Lake Wn. Blvd. Seattile Under Ordinance.965; One submitted: The Ace Music Co. (J. C. Bailie) for the year 7-1-63 to 7-1-64. Motl6nrmade b Carter., seconded by James,.that we accept this application. Motion carried. (On the balance of this particular licensee: It is the firm understanding of the Council, and Mr. Bailie, that the balance will be cleared up in 30 days -- this being for the individual machine licenses for the year 1962-1963 and 7-1-63 to 7-1-64.) POLICE DEPARTMENT ---.-..CHAIR, ADDING MACHINE: It is the opinion of the Police Committee that this item which is in the budget be granted. Motion made by Carter, seco nded by Stanley that this request be granted. Motion.carried by roll call vote of seven (7). POLICE DEPARTMENT -- TIME EARNED/VACAT-ION TIME: The Chief had requested confirmation of the program to allow time off to his personnel to use up time earned. Also, to pay at the regular rate at the end of.Jthe year to those who had time earned -- to bring it down to the 6 days carry over where possible for the 1964 year. Police Committee is of the opinion that this can be done, bringing the time down to approximately 30 days total accumulated time to three men. Motion made by Carter, seconded by James, that this request be granted, w.it.h.time,not to exceed 30.days accumulated time for three men to be paid at the end of the year in lieu of time earned. Motion carried. Police Committee: The City has been told in no..uncertain terms, that we have a condition existing and we have been told that it is going to be cleaned up whether it be north, east, south or west. So for those that are in error in circumuemting the law - just want to make the statement that there will be some.changes made and let this be a word to the wise .. whether it be east side, west side, north side or south side .. whether it be gambling, prostitution; whether it be the illegal sale of liquor :. whereever it may occur. DIEMOND:: (Streets, Enginee.ring). GRAY & OSBORNE: There will be a meeting with Don Gray on October 3rd, 7:30 P.M. City Hall.to go over the street program. Request all to be there (please advise) Hendler; There will also be a meeting October 2nd, at 7:30 P.M. 6n the 1964 Budget. (please advise) STREET SIGNS & POSTS:, City Supervisor has requested the purchase of some intersection street signs to post some intersections. (173) estimated cost $1,500.00 Motion made by Diemond, seconded by James, that the City Supervisor be authorized to order the necessary signs and place them. Motion carried, by roll call vote of seven(7). HENDLER: (Parks,,Library, Cemetery): No report under the committee heading, under h. "other": COUNCIL SECRETARY: Motion made by Hendler, seconded by Carter, that the council secretary's rate of pay for evening hours at the council meetings be time and one half. Motion carried. PASCO, WASHINGTON REPORTS FROM OFFICERS:-, mIT LA TOBER 1. 1 BU.I.LDING INSPECTOR REPORT - SEPTEMBER: This report submitted by R. B. Lovelace, Building Inspector for the month of September read as follows: 53 permits issued for a total valuation of $151,367.00; Fees: $713,13. For the year: $1,947,816.00; Fees:7,956.76. ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 1125. AN-ORD'INANCE ORDERING THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN SANITARY SEWERS, TOGETHER WITH MANHOLES AND OTHER APPURTENANCES, WITHIN A CERTAIN AREA OF THE CITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION NO. `5.52 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY.OF PASCO, WASHINGTON; ESTAB- LISHING LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 67; PROVIDING THE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT IN SAID DISTRICT, PAYABLE BY THE MODE OF "PAYMENT BY BONDS"; AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF LOCAL IMPROVE- MENT -DISTRICT BONDS. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, that Ordinance No. 1125 be read by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance No. 1125 was read by title. Motion made by Hendler, seconded by James, tta t Ordinance No. 1125 has been read by title only. Motion carried. Motion made by James, seconded by Carter to adopt Ordinance No. 1125. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). RESOLUTIONS;: RESOLUTION NO. 556: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF A PORTION OF CITY LANDS TO THE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS, FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF PRIMARY STATE HIGHWAY NO. 3, AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 554. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond that Resolution No. 556 be read. Motion carried. Moci-.6n,riiade by James, seconded by Diemond,, to adopt Resolution No. 556. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). RESOLUTION NO. 557: A RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $2,161.50 FROM SALARY, SKILLED LABOR AND $2,161.50 FROM SALARY, EXTRA LABOR AND OVERTIME TO BOND REDEMPTION UNDER THE WATER DEPARTMENT OF THE 1963 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF PASCO. Motion made by James, seconded by. Diemond, that Resolution No. 557 be read. Motion carried. Resolution No. 557 was read in its entirety. Motion made by James, seconded by Diemond, that Resolution No. 557 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by James,' -seconded by Diemond, to adopt Resolution No. 557. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 1964 BUDGET: Question was asked of the City Attorney, whether the Monday Night meeting on October 7, 1963 needed any special notices, etc. City Attorney advises, that this is set out by state law, and is a regular meeting under the budget laws and with the publication of the Resolution, there need not be any special notices of meeting. ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by Kilbury, seconded by Diemond, that the meeting be adjourned. Next meeting date October 7, 1963. Motion carried. (adjourned 9:20 P.M.) T.! R. Van Hoy, Mayor Attest: oz. Adah M. Perry - City Clerk PASSED AND APPROVED this I S-bL. day of ' �C �-e�-e�rJ , 1963. Clerk's representative W ,; i