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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-06-1966 MinutesPASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER: SEPTEMBER 6, 1966 Meeting called to order at 8:04 P.M. by the Honorable G.E. Carter, Mayor. ROLL CALL: By Clerk's Representative. Councilmen present were: G.E. Carter, R.L. Greenlee, Fred Robinson, Russell Wiseman, George Stork and Donald Cooper. Councilman J.G. Bailey was absent from the meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Stork that the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held August 16, 1966, be approved as written. Motion Carried. VISITORS: Mayor Carter asked if there were any visitors in the audience who wished to speak to the Council at this time. There were none. OLD BUSINESS: GEORGE MYERS'SIDEWALK• HICKORY 6 COURT: The City Manager reported that the _ 12 - ay 5erl8a had expired for payment of George Myers sidewalk at Hickory and Court Street, and wished the Council's approval/decision on foreclosure of lien. Following discussion, motion made by Wiseman, seconded by Cooper that the City Attorney be instructed to institute legal action on foreclosure of this property. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). RESOLUTION N0. 696: A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE PRELIMINARY BUDGET FOR 1967. The'City Manager read Resolution No. 696 in its entirety. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Robinson to adopt the Preliminary Budget for the City of Pasco, 19.66 mills - for a total amount of $2,257,597.39. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). ORDINANCE NO. 1254: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO FROM R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO C-3 GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT ZONE. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 1254 in its entirety. Questions arose as to type of business in specified area, confliction with comprehensive planning and legality. Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Robinson to adopt Ordinance No. 1254 with two (2) amendments: Section 1, Paragraph 2 be amended to read "Except lots 11 E 12." Section 2, Paragraph A be amended to read "A six foothide obscuring fence be built around storage area only" and not to exceed 120 days completion. Motion failed('. by roll call vote of two (2) yes and four (4) no's. (Councilmen Greenlee and Robinson voting "yes" and Councilmen Cooper, Stork, Carter and Wiseman voting "no") ORDINANCE NO. 1255: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 42, ORDINANCE 990 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 1192 AND PASCO CITY CODE 3-1.94 AND BEING AN ORDINANCE LICENSING THE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES CARRIED ON IN THE CITY OF PASCO$ LICENSING ALL SHOWS, EXHIBITIONS, AND LAWFUL GAMES CARRIED ON IN THE CITY OF PASCO AND WITHIN ONE MILE OF THE CORPORATE LIMITS THEREOF. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 1255 in its entirety. Motion made by Stork, seconded by Cooper to adopt Ordinance No. 1255. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). I 244 PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING OLD BUSINESS - CONTINUED: BILLS: Bills were presented against the City of Pasco as follows: SEPTEMBER 6, 1966 Motion CLAIMS JULY PAYROLL TOTAL Current Expense,02.66 319812.67 389835,33 Street 39297.19 39814.79 79111.98 Golf 19604.65 39037.53 49642.18 Cemetery 730.76 19251.72 10982.48 Park 19014.68 89958.11 99972.79 Water 229151.07 99020.44 319171.51 Equipment Rental 20471.52 939.24 39410.76 Arterial Street 531,156.29 53,156.29 Yacht Basin 18.75 18.75 Firemen's Pension 591.72 591.72 GRAND TOTAL: 32,00 581834.50 1500893.79 - 0, . Motion made by Greenlee, seconded by Robinson that all bills properly signed and vouchered be paid. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). NEW BUSINESS: JOHN WILLIAMS: A letter from John Williams, owner of Hallmark Apartments was read as follows: "I am requesting a more equitable method of billing us on the sewer charge. Our financial statement showed considerable red ink as I showed you for the years 1964 and 1965, primarily due to our heavy fixed charges. We had a tenancy ratio for these years of 80%. We feel that we should pay a sewer charge on the occupied apartments and not upon our rent potential. We would like our sewer charge set for the ensuing year on the basis of our tenancy in the years 1964 and 1965 which would be 80% of 60 units or $48.00 per month plus the $1.00 for the total number - making a gross sewer charge of $49.00 per month for the coming year. At the end of the year, we will submit to you a certified statement of our tenancy for the year 1966 and our sewer charge in this way can be predicated upon our occupancy rather than upon our gross potential. We feel that where this system is already in use with the trailer courts, it could be applied to us.." Following discussion, letter was directed to be placed on file and discussed later. CALL FOR BIDS - NORTH CHASE STREET: The City Manager requested permission of the City Council to Call for Bids for the grading and improving of North Chase Street, setting bid opening for Special Meeting, 2:00.P.M., September 20, 1966. Bids will then be tabulated and recommended at regular Council Meeting held at 8:00 P.M., September 20, 1966. Motion made by Wiseman, seconded by Stork to authorize City Manager to Call for Bids on North Chase Street with two (2) options as stated. Motion Carried. BUSINESS LICENSES: The following business license applications were submitted for approval: Wm. Daniels, Service Station, 1st 6 Lewis. Kaiser's Market, Super Market, 10th 6 Sylvester. (Owner Change) Miller s Union Service, Service Station, 1431 W. Lewis. (Owner Change) anic Advt. & PZM is elations Advertising Agcy., 824 W. Lewis. Ray's Tavern, Tavern, 132 W. Lewis. (Owner Change). Beni Barber Shop, Barber Shop, 1316 N. 4th. Empire obile Homes, Mobile Homes, 1531 W. Lewis. Comm nity Unitarian Church, Lecture by James Meridith, Pasco Theatre. co tooX 1 245 PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 6, 1966 BUSINESS LICENSE - CONTINUED: A request to waive the City of Pasco Admission Tax was submitted by Community Unitarian Church for James Meridith lecture. Motion made by Robinson, seconded by Wiseman to grant waiver to Community Unitarian Church. Motion Carried. Motion made by Robinson, seconded by Greenlee that all business license applications be approved. Motion Carried. SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL - GENERAL DISCUSSION: PRESTON TRACTOR COMPANY: A letter from Preston Tractor Company was read by the City Manager as follows: "Due to the growth of our business, we find it necessary to secure more room. We are interested in purchasing lots 16, 17, 18, 19 6 20, Block 11, Riverside Addition to Pasco, now owned by the City of Pasco. We would like to purchase these lots if successful bidder and be able to improve the property and build on same in accordance with Pasco City regulations not later than early spring of 1967. Lots to be used for Tractors, Implements and Irrigation Equipment." /S/ Wallace W. Preston This item of business was discussed briefly and Mayor Carter asked that it be placed on the next Workshop Agenda. MANAGER'S REPORT: The City Manager reminded all Councilmen of the Association of Washington Cities Meeting in Richland, Washington, September 8, 1966 at 7:00 P.M. Mayor Carter also urged all to attend this important meeting. At this time, Mayor Carter recognized Councilman J.G. Bailey's absence from the meeting due to his bereavement. Sincere condolences were extended. ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by Robinson, seconded by Greenlee that the meeting adjourn. Motion Carried. G.E. CARTER ATTEST: RUTH MODESKY, CLERK/TREASURER Q PASSED and APPROVED this day of , 1966. CLERK'S EPRESENTATIVE 1