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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-05-1967 Minutes358 REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER: Cj PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER 50 1967 Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by the Honorable G.E. Carter, Mayor. ROLL CALL: By Clerk's Representative. .Councilmen present were: G.E. Carter, Donald Cooper, Arthur Fletcher, Robert Greenlee, Ed Hendler, Allen Stinson and George.Stork. Also present were: City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Administration and Director of Community Development. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion made by Hendler that the minutes of the Re ular Council Meeting held November 217 e approved as written. Secon'ded by Stork. otion Carried. PUBLIC HEARING: MAYOR CARTER DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN FOR TEMPORARY.CLOSURE OF TACOMA AVENUE, LYING BETWEEN BONNEVILLE AND CLARK STREETS, UPON. REQUEST OF NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY COMPANY: The City Manager reported the Notice of Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no written protests. No Railway Officials were in the audience, and as of this date, no Agreement had been received for the City's consideration. Following three (3) calls from Mayor Carter for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the Public Hearing was declared closed. VISITORS: JOHN SCHULTZ, Attorney for Sacajawea Boat Club and Tri City Power Boast Association, addressed the Council and submitted a proposed Agreement for the Council's consideration. He stated it contained a 30 -day cancellation clause with amount to be charged for rent left blank, but proposed that the fee of $25.00 a month be considered a fair amount. The Agreement further contained a Hold Harmless clause, holding the City of Pasco harmless for any and all claims which may arise. Mr. Schultz was most anxious to have the Agreement considered as the Boat Clubs were notified to vacate by December 31, 1967, and it was an impossibility to remove all their boat houses, equipment, etc. in one week. He reminded the Council that the Corps of Engineers must give prior approval to the lease, and requested the City Council to petition the Corps of Engineers to change the Basin Area from Priority I to Priority IV. ROGER OLSON, Attorney for Basin Concessionaires, rebutted by stating it was highly bunlikely" that the Corps of Engineers would approve the Agreement as presented by the Boat Clubs. He further stated his clients (Desert Marine - Kelly) had won a decision in Court and felt they had a legal lease until July 1, 1973. Mr. Olson expressed disappointment that no one from the City Council or Administrative Staff had contacted the Concessionaire or visited with him at the Basin in order to realistically understand his problems. Mr. Olson acknowledged Mr. Balderson's visit to the Marina recently, and further stated it was the first contact. Former Councilman RUSSELL WISEMAN supported the City Council's position by stating a good number of hours had been spent in trying to work out an amicable solution for all concerned. MR. SCHULTZ asked that the Boat Clubs become tenants of the City and read Hold Harmless section of Agreement for clarification. The City Manager stated if a Staff recommendation was in order at this'time, the City should not sign a Lease Agreement *ith the Boat Clubs. MRS. HUTCHINSON, a member of the Boat Club, expressed personal aggravation in the Concessionaire's attitude towards the Boat Clubs. 63 r_ PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 5, 1967 BOAT BASIN - CONTINUED: BRIAN MORGAN, felt much public interest was involved and that it was the City Council's responsibility to carry out such committments. Motion made by Hendler to table further discussion on this item of business until Mr. Olson had an opportunity to report back to the Council after con- tacting his clients Mr. Ke Seconded y Stork. Motion Carried. RUSSELL WISEMAN asked about a Recreational -Park Program now that a full time Recreation Director was employed by the City. He felt more emphasis should be placed in the recreational field, particularly the need for more swimming pools. BILLS: Bills were presented against the City of Pasco as follows: FUND CLAIMS Current Expense Fund 8,489.41 Street Fund 6,965.83 Park Fund 959.36 Cemetery Fund 1,814.08 Recreation Fund 776.80 Water/Sewer Fund 6,139.33 Equipment Rental Fund 2,514.34 Fireman Pension Fund 1,873.31 Urban Renewal Fund 7,384.02 Yacht Basin Fund 11.76 TOTAL: 36,928.24 Motion made by Hendler that Warrant Nos. 591 throu h 700 in the total amount of $36,928.24 be approved for payment tis 5th dU of uecembeF,econ e y Fletcher. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven . OLD BUSINESS: GOLF CART BUILDING: Tentative plans and specifications for construction of Golf Cart Building at MUnicipal Golf Course were reviewed by the City Manager. Following discussion, motion made by Greenlee that the City Manager be authorized to Call for Bids for construction of Golf Cart Building - opening ate set for January Seconded y inson. Motion Carried. Councilman Hendler as e that consideration be given to block, design, etc. in order to conform with present buildings. CALL FOR BIDS - ROUTINE SERVICES 1968: The City Manager reported the need to call for bids on Gasoline,rue] i .S. 300, Legal Advertising, Liquid Chlorine, Soda Ash and Aluminum Sulphate for the year 1968. Motion made by Stinson that the Staff be authorized to call for bids on all routine items. Seconded -by Stork. Motion Carried. RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTION NO. 721: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PASCO AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR A LOAN AND GRANT FOR PROJECT NO. WASH R-18. Resolution No. 721 was read in its entirety. At this point, the City Manager gave a complete cost breakdown of Urban Renewal Project and methods. of re- payment by fund. Councilman Hendler asked if other City Projects would suffer as a result of Urban Renewal Project, and he was informed they would not. Motion made by Stork that Resolution No. 721 be adopted. Seconded by Fletcher. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven . PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING ORDINANCE NO. 1297 - (Sale of L.I.D. No. 75 Bonds to T.R. Van Hoy): DECEMBER 5, 1967 Motion made by Hendler, to authorize the City Attorne and Bond Attornev to draw an Ordinance repealing r finance o. and provide for-Te—public sae o 7=..o. 7b Bonds. seconded by Stork. motion Carried, BUSINESS LICENSE ROSTER: The following business license applications await approval of the Council: CABLEWAY, INC., Delbert D. Keifer, Cable installation, 1256 Hemlock - Othello, Wn. JESS CERNA, Christmas Tree Lot, Glen Mudd Addition. E.R. BARNETT, Christmas Tree Lot, 10th & Sylvester. Motion made by Hendler that all business license applications be approved. Seconded by Cooper. Motion Carrie . APPOINTMENTS: Mayor Carter submitted the name of Orville Olson to the Civil Service Commission Board to fill the unexpired term of John Schultz who resigned. Date of ex- piration will be February 17, 1968. Motion made by Hendler to concur with Mayor Carter's recommendation. Seconded by Stork. Motion Carried. At this point, Councilman Hendler asked if any more consideration had been given to two (2) Civil Service Commission Boards, and suggested discussion at a Work- shop Session. SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL - GENERAL DISCUSSION: Mayor Carter read the following letter of commendation to past councilmen, Fred Robinson, Russell Wiseman and J.G. Bailey: "On behalf of the citizens of Pasco, I wish to take this opportunity to express thanks to you for your service and contribution to Pasco. Being a Councilman for Pasco at the time you served was a particularly difficult position, due to the fact that after having operated some 70 years under Mayor -Council form of government, we were now operating for the first time as Council -Manager government and covered by different State Laws. Your efforts and time devoted to the smooth and successful transition are, I am sure, rewarded by public appreciation. Be assured that the current Council will continue to work and plan in the fine tradition established." MANAGER'S REPORT: HICKORY STREET STORM SEWER: The Manager reported that a drainage problem existed at the corner of HiUo_ryand Agate, and the City Manager recommended the City install a catch basin to alleviate this situation. It would cost approximately $3,500.00, and as this is under $5,000.00, it would not be necessary to call for bids. He further stated he would have the work done in the near future unless the Council had an objection. No objections were voiced. Councilman Hendler asked that the Storm Sewer Capital Projects Program be discussed at a future Workshop Session. LEWIS STREET PARKING BETWEEN 8TH AND 9TH AVENUES: It was reported that the Staff a viewed the Lewis Street situation and several suggestions were given as follows: 1) Close the free right turn onto Lewis from 10th Avenue. 2) Widen Lewis Street from 7th to 8th Avenues to four -lane with parking on both sides to 7th Avenue. The Staff secured an estimate from L.W. Vail Co. in the amount of $3,500.00 to widen the street. Councilman Hendler asked that all persons from that area be invited to a Workshop Session of the Council to work out a solution compatible to all. PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING MANAGER'S REPORT: DECEMBER 5, 1967 361 COURT'STREET CONSTRUCTION: Work is underway for improvement of Court Street from Chase Avenue to the By -Pas and the County is installing additional street lighting to Road 28. CITY POLICE/SHERIFF DEPARTMENT: The City Manager reported that a coordination meeting had been jell between t e Pasco Police Department and Franklin County Sheriff's Department this date. These meetings will continue each Tuesday morning at 11:00 A.M. in an effort to coordinate the duties and responsibilities of each department. Councilman Hendler suggested a meeting of the County Commissioners and City Council for the purpose of feasibility study on joint City/County jail facilities. He felt a venture of this type had many merits from the standpoint of substantial savings to both agencies. At this point, Councilman Fletcher stated he had a motion which, in his opinion, would benefit the new Council and avoid unnecessary confusion. Motion made by Fletcher that this, the current Pasco City Council, instruct the Mayor to insist that the record show: 1) Each Pasco City Council member has read, is familiar with, and in full agreement with the authority, powers and responsibilities invested in the City Council and the City Manager as they appear in that part of the Washington State Statute Book, concerned with third-class cities and the Council -Manager plan, and will conduct themselves accordingly, THAT 2) The City Manager is hereby placed on notice that the Council not only expects, but will hold the Manager responsible and accountable for exercis-ing with sound judgement, the full range of his authority, powers and duties invested in the City Manager as specified by the Washington State Statutes, THAT 3) The City Manager immediately take specific steps to place all City employees, department heads, supervisors, and personnel in general, on notice of both the Council and City Manager's authority, powers and duties under the Council -Manager form of government in the State of Washington, THAT 4) The City Manager is to re -enforce the.awareness and duties among City employees by periodically informative materials, and discussing the same appropriate occasions throughout the year. BE IT FURTHER MOVED THAT,, of said authority, powers and systematically providing at Staff Meetings and other upon proper communication of the respective authority, powers and duties of the City Council and City Manager, to all subordinate City employees; THAT: 5) The Council will consider said subordinate employees, as having received due notice and held accountable for conducting themselves accordingly, THAT 6) The Council will expect from the City Manager periodic reports, including Exhibits of any and all materials developed by the Staff, and/or training programs conducted to fulfill the intent of this motion, AND FINALLY THAT, 7) If passed bs offered and/or amended, a copy of this motion will be placed in the possession of each City employee forthwith. Seconded by Hendler. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). (Council- man Greenlee absent from the meeting room). 362 REGULAR MEETING CONTINUED: Motion made by agency, Abri nq as DOSSible. a PASCO, WASHINGTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER 5, 1967 Hendler that the City Manager, as head of our law enforcement ur law e-nTo—rcement operation to "First -Class Status" as soon ca t" X BOAT BASIN: In if theys gned answer to Councilman Fletcher's question as to City's liability proposed lease as submitted by the Boat Clubs, the City Attorney pointed out the dangers of potential law suits which could result from such negotiation. He further stated that if the Council chose to enter into such an Agreement when they have been advised of the dangers, that would be their perogative and decision. The City Manager reported that Mr. Kelly had asked to meet with the City Council at their next Workshop Session. Motion made by Hendler to invite Mr. Kelly to a Workshop Session of the Council. Seconded by Fletcher. Motion Carried. Mayor Carter suggested to the Commodore of Sacajawea Boat Club, James Lahtinen, that the Commodores of both boat clubs; attorneys and Mr. Kelly get together in an effort to resolve the situation that exists, and that he and any member of the Council who could make the meeting would be glad to sit in as non-partisan parties. ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by Hendler that the meeting adjourn. Seconded by Stork. Motion Carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:25 P.M. G.E., MAYOR ATT T: GEORGE EASTMAN, ITYCEK PASSED and APPROVED this day of 967. CLERK'S REPRESENTATIVE 1