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Home My WebLink About10-05-1965 Minutes121 PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS BUDGET MEETING CALL TO ORDER: OCTOBER 5, 1965 Meeting called to order at 8:04 P.M. (PDST) by the Honorable G. E. Carter, Mayor. ROLL CALL: Councilmen answering roll call were: G. E. Carter, C. F. Griggs, Fred Robinson, George P. Stork and Russell Wiseman. Councilman Greenlee ar- rived at 8:12 P.M. Absent was J. G. Bailey. Also present for this meet- ing were: Horace E. Menasco, City Manager; George R. Fisher, City Engineer; D. Wayne Campbell, City Attorney and Harold A. Wyman, City Clerk. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion made by Stork, Seconded by Wiseman, that the minutes of the SEPTEMBER 21 regular council meeting be approved as written. Motion carried. Motion made by Griggs, seconded by Stork, that the minutes of the Budget Meeting of the Council held October 5th, 1965 be approved as written. Motion carried. CORRESPONDENCE: C. F. WHETSVER, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR: requesting a refund to be made to Washington State Highway Department in the amount of $711.46, as per agree- ment. Motion made by Griggs, seconded by Stork, that this request be approved. Motion carried, by roll call vote of five (5). [Greenlee had not arrived] FLOYD L. PERRY, JR: Requests refund of license fee for himself and Mrs. Ruth Y. Perry - under Solicitor License [Traid Corporation] for $10.00 each ($.20.00) �a Mr-. Perry stated in his letter that the promises made by Traid Corporation were misleading. Following discussion, motion made by Wiseman, seconded by Stork, that this request be approved and that the refund be made. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5) [Greenlee had not yet arrived] L. W. VAIL CO., INC.: Letter dated October 4, 1965 was read as follows: "Re: L.I.D. No. 72 -- As per our conversation of October 1, 1965, with George Fisher we wish to request the following changes: 1. Base course and top course to be installed on a cubic yard basis. Payment is to be made on truck measure. 2. The prime coat is to be an open prime coat using SS -1 in lieu of MC -250. Coverstone is to be deleted. By incorporating these changes we can reduce the total contract and not detract from the quality of the finished product. By revising the contract as stated above we can now quote the following prices: Excavation - 1150 c.y. @ 1.30 $1,495.00 Base Course - 421 c,y. @ 2.80 19178.80 Top Course - 210 c.y. @ 3.15 661.50 Prime Coat - 3.1 ton @ 45.00 139.50 Class B Asphalt Concrete - 340 ton @ 10.00 3,400.00 $6,874.80 Please advise us if these changes meet with your approval." signed by Mr. J. W. Harmon, Estimator. The previous agreement was for $4,600.00 -- a difference of $2,274.00. The new offer is still well within the estimate that was sent out, however. (Preliminary Notice) Various phases and implications of this were discussed. Motion made by Griggs, seconded by Wiseman, that the request for increase in unit price be denied. Motion carried. (Call for bids - price exceeds $5,000.00). HAROLD A. WYMAN, CITY CLERK: Requests that a refund be made to Mrs. Berni.ce Anderson House of Sparta for business license fee ($7.50) -- Planning com- mission has denied occupancy permit for this location (624 N. Adams). Motion made by Wiseman, seconded by Greenlee, that this refund be approved. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). 122 PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING PAYMENT OF BILLS: A roster of bills were submitted and read Park Acqu. & Dev. Motion .89 Current Expense 7,341.:$6 Street $9571.99 Park 574.$$ Golf 3,645°91 Cemetery 300.39 Yacht Basin 22.75 Library 19459.80 Library C&A 825.01 Water 35,903.96 WIS Rev. Bond 2$2602.91 Equipment Rental 29415.61 Arterial Street 24,519.29 L.I.D. #70 - - - - - L.I.D. #71 - - - - - Fn. Co. Regnl Ping. 423.97 Firemen's Pension 25$.75 Total: $1149867-97-:-- 114,$67.97=;= OCTOBER 5, 1965 as follows: Motion made by Wisemai;, ssec.on'ded:.�y'Stoxk-i=, that all bills properly vouchered and signed be paid. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). EQUIPMENT RENTAL TRANSFERS: Request for transfer was read as follows: From: Current Expense, Fire $4,135.85 Current Expense, Police 1,900.00 Water & Sewer 6,667.65 Street Department 79920.13 To: Equipment Rental Fund: 20,623.63 Motion made by Griggs, seconded by Greenlee, to grant permission to transfer as requested. Motion carried. OPTION: An option for acquisition of Utility Easement H. A. Haworth & Louise Haworth) "Grantor" to City of Pasco "Grantee" for: "East 20 feet of that portion of government lot 1, section 25, Township 9 North, Range 29 East, W.M., lying west of State Highway No. 3 as established by deed recorded under Auditor's File No. 139975, EXCEPT County roads and EXCEPT the portion thereof conveyed to United States of America by instrument recorded under Auditor's File No. 143667 in the County of Franklin, State of Washington." Motion made by Wiseman, seconded by Stork, that the City exercise its rights under this option on the Haworth pro- perty for utility easement. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). PETITIONS, APPEALS, COMPLAINTS, VISITORS: VISITOR: Herbert Messervy, 5706 West First Place, Kennewick. Wishes to solicit for sale of light globe (guaranteed for life) - to solicit dealers within the city. Wishes the license fee waived (a disabled veteran) . Requests the Coun- cil's consideration of this request. Following discussion, Mayor Carter requested the City Clerk to bring an applica- tion into the Council Chamber so that Mr. Messervy could complete the application and stated that the Chair would take care of this for him. (Merlite light bulbs) . Mr. Messervy thanked the Council for their kindness and con- sideration of his case. ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 1209: AN ORDINANCE DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST REGARDING CHAPTER 1749 LAWS OF 1965, EXTRAORDINARY i 12` PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER, 5, 1965 SESSION, AND DIRECTING THAT THE CITY MANAGER SUBMIT THE QUESTION OF CONTINU- ING THE REGULAR PROPERTY TAX LEVY TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PASCO AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 2, 1965. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Robinson, to read Ordinance No. 1209.L-. T, -Motion cairied. Ordinance No. 1209 was read in its entirety. Motion made by Greenlee, se- conded by Robinson, that Ordinance No. 1209 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by Stork, seconded by Griggs, to adopt Ordinance No. 1209. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTION NO. 661: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DECLARING ITS INTEN- TION TO ORDER THE IMPROVEMENT OF A STREET FROM CHASE AVENUE TO OREGON AVENUE AND CERTAIN OTHER STREETS AND AVENUES WITHIN THE CITY OF CPASCO, WASHINGTON, BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF CURBS, GUTTERS, BAL- LASTING, GRADING, SURFACING AND PROVIDING DRAINAGE FA- CILITIES, ALL TO ARTERIAL STANDARDS, AND TO CREATE A LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT TO ASSESS A PART OF THE COST AND EXPENSE OF SUCH IMPROVEMENT AGAINST THE PROPERTY IN SUCH DISTRICT SPECIALLY BENEFITED THEREBY AND NOTI- FYING ALL PERSONS WHO DESIRE TO OBJECT TO SUCH IMPROVE- MENT TO APPEAR AND PRESENT THEIR OBJECTIONS AT A -MEET- ING OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 2, 1965. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Wiseman, to read Resolution No. 661. Motion carried. Resolution No. 661 was read in its entirety. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Robinson, that Resolution No. 661 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by Griggs, .seconded by Stork, to Adopt Resolution No. 661. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). RESOLUTION NO. 662: A RESOLUTION ORDERING SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION AND DESCRIBING THE LOCATION, TO BE DONE AT THE COST AND EXPENSE OF THE ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS, AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE OF PUBLIC HEARING. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Wiseman, that Resolution No. 662 be read. Motion carried. Resolution No. 662 was read in its entirety. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Griggs, that Resolution No. 662 has been read. Motion carried. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Griggs, to adopt Resolution No. 662. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). OLD BUSINESS: 1. RECREATION BOARD: Mayor Carter recommended the name for ap- pointment to the recreation Board "Richard Hole", to fill the unexpired term of Richard Maurstad. (term expires 5-17-66). Councilman Wiseman objected because he felt this appointment should be made bg an individual who has lived in Pasco for a longer period of time than Mr. Hole. Mayor Carter stated that because of the fact that this is an advisory board, and time permitted, this ap- pointment would be withheld. 2. BOARD AGAINST DISCRIMINATION: Mayor Carter appointed Rev. John Finney to this positionotion made by Greenlee, seconded by Stork, to concur. Motion carried. DELINQUENT BUSINESS LICENSES: A list of the delinquent business licenses was presented to the council for their recommendation. (license fees and late payment fees). Following discussion, This list was turned to the Chief of Police for contact and enforcement. APPOINTMENTS: At this time the Mayor made certain appointments and requested Council Concurrence..as follows: 1. RECREATION BOARD: Mayor Carter recommended the name for ap- pointment to the recreation Board "Richard Hole", to fill the unexpired term of Richard Maurstad. (term expires 5-17-66). Councilman Wiseman objected because he felt this appointment should be made bg an individual who has lived in Pasco for a longer period of time than Mr. Hole. Mayor Carter stated that because of the fact that this is an advisory board, and time permitted, this ap- pointment would be withheld. 2. BOARD AGAINST DISCRIMINATION: Mayor Carter appointed Rev. John Finney to this positionotion made by Greenlee, seconded by Stork, to concur. Motion carried. 124 PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 5, 1965 GAS EXAMINERS BOARD: Mayor Carter re -appointed Mr. R. S. Brown to the Gas Examiners Board. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Stork, to concur. Motion carried. APPEALS COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PASCO: (Under Ordinance No. 1204, Three members necessary, : Mayor Carter made the following appointments: Dr. John Batch, one-year term; Mr. Dale Bates, two-year term; Rev. Harold Blackwell, three year term. These members will elect their chairman. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Stork, to concur. Motion car- ried. CONSTRUCTION CODE REVIEW BOARD: (Resolution No. 633): Mayor Carter appointed to this Board: Mr. 0. C. Elvrum, Mr. Randolph, Mr. Hamann, and Mr. Pence. (One more name to be added to this list at the next meeting). Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Stork, to concur. Motion carried. BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (Ordinance possible at this time. To be ing of the Council. NEW BUSINESS: No. 1203): Appointments not discussed at the Workshop Meet - Proposed Lease -- Old Library Building: A lease agreement was presented by Max Brown, representing the Y.M.C.A. for the old library building at the corner of Fourth and Bonne- ville. Mr. Brown introduced Mr. Jeff Heatherton, of the Y. who was also present in the audience. City Attorney ruled that the $1.00 per month as set forth in Section III was ' in effect a "gift" and that the Council should as a unit set a reasonable set value to be used as rental fee in this agree- ment. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Robinson, that this be tabled for further consideration by the Council. (to be discussed at workshop meeting. Motion carried. Cancellation of Lease Agreement: 1950 CHEVROLET PANEL Motor Number 838231733 This was a lease agreement between the Lee Funeral Home, Inc. 745 West Court Street and the City of Pasco and is cancelled by mutural agreement on October 1, 1965. (N/A) BUSINESS LICENSE ROSTER: Business licnese applications were read as follows: D. Greenwood Builders, Darrell Greenwood Contractor 1311 Rd. 60 LaVerne's Beauty Salon Mildred T. Mann Beauty Shop 10th & Syly. Frazier's Kitchen Moses Frazier Cafe w/dancing 1210 E. Lewis Motion made by Griggs, seconded by Stork, that these appli- cations be approved for issuance of license. Motion carried. MISCELLANEOUS: Councilman Wiseman, brought up the subject of parking in the vicinity of Sylvester and 10th and wished to be on record as not approving the parking as it exists. After free dis- cussion on this matter, Motion made by Wiseman, seconded by Stork, that the Council reaffirm their position as to conform- ing with State Statute, relative to parking at intersections. Motion failed by 4 -No votes and 2 -yes votes. (Carter, Green- lee Griggs and Robinson voting No; Stork and Wiseman voting Yesj. (to be discussed further at workshop meeting.) 1 1 1 PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING MANAGER'S REPORT: OCTOBER 5, 1965 City Manager read the following letter from the City Engineer to the City ManaFl) r re: SANITARY SEWER, S. SYCAMORE STREET: (L.I.D. "I Wish to report that the work has been completed on the Mahaffey contract for sanitary sewer on South Sycamore Street. This work has been completed in accordance with plans and specifications and it is my recommendation that the job be accepted and that the State Tax Commission and Department of Labor and Industries be so notified." .Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Stork, that the job be accepted and that the Tax Commission and Department of Labor and Industries be so notified. Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Stork, that this meeting be adjourned. Motion carried. G. E. Carter, Mayor Attest Harold A. Wyman, C' y Clerk Passed and approved this 117 day of , 1965. 1 4-111— Haw/es 10-12-65 1 Harold A. Wyman, C' y Clerk 125