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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-20-1972 Minutes1 �i MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Mayor Pro. Tem, Sam Hunt. ROLL CALL: 0 03 JUNE 20, 1972 By Clerk's Representative. Councilmen present were: Sterl Adams, Sam Hunt, Larry Larsen, Al Schor, M. R. Denney and Bill Wilkins. Mayor Donald Linton was absent from the meeting. Also present were: M.B. Winegar, City Manager; D. Wayne Campbell, City Attorney; Harry Kinzer, Director of Finance; Sandra Stanley, City Engineer; Al Tebaldi, Chief of Police; C.F. Whetsler, Director of Public Works and Ben Rea, Senior Planner. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Wilkins moved that the minutes of regular meeting, held June 6, 1972, be approved as written. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried. BILLS: The following claims were presented for approval: Legislative $ 48.36 Judicial 163.30 Executive 558.24 Financial & Administration 1,800.00 Legal 124.86 Planning 423.48 Building & Property Service 294.76 Other Services 728.74 Police 5,931.11 Fire 3,576.09 Protective Inspections 553.19 Ambulance & Aid 1,991.82 Engineering 933.81 Housing & Occupancy 138.07 Other Physical Environment 866.00 TOTAL GENERAL FUND:. CITY STREET E.E.A. FUND LIBRARY CEMETERY URBAN RENEWAL PARKS & RECREATION CAPITAL PROJECT - INTER/CITY BRIDGE: NEIGHBORHOOD FACILITY ENTERPRISE WATER/SEWER ENTERPRISE GOLF EQUIPMENT RENTAL FINANCE OPERATIONS 1971 BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION $ 18,131.83 4,013.81 1,215.12 2,768.38 1,479.83 12,013.78 4,523.63 17,509.42 1,200.00 38,046.82 5,783.11 3,432.83 3,887.49 8,478.08 122,484.13 Mr. Schor moved that claim voucher nos. 5093 through 5204 in the total amount of $122,484.13 be approved for payment this 20th day of June, 1972. Seconded by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COMMUNICATIONS: JUNE 20, 1972 A letter was read from Douglas Kirk, contractor for Ryder's Typewriter, re- questing permission to hook onto City sewer as the Health Department insisted it be done as they were within 200 feet of the service. The City Council, as a whole, opposed anyone hooking onto City sewer unless they requested to be annexed to the City of Pasco or made definite committment. Mr. Denney moved that communication of Douglas Kirk be denied until such time as the property owner indicates his willingness to annex to the City of Pasco. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion Carried. RESIGNATION OF ROBERT LOVELACE, PLANNING COMMISSION: A letter of resignation was received from Robert Lovelace who has served on the Planning Commission for the past six years. Mayor Pro -Tem Sam Hunt accepted same with regret and commended Mr. Lovelace publicly for his long and tireless efforts. Mr. Denney moved that the City Manager draft a letter to Mr. Lovelace, thanking him for his fine service during the past six years. Seconded by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried. PLANNING COMMISSION - SET DATE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: Per request of Planning Commission, Mr. Wilkins that a Public Hearing be set for July 5, 1972 to re- zone the east 1/2 of Block 41, all of blocks 55, 56, 57 and 58 of Frey's Addition from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-3. Seconded by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried. Mr. Wilkins moved that a Public Hearing be set for July 5, 1972 to rezone vicinity of Chase -and SR 12 (vicinity Red Lion Motor Inn) from Residential R-1 to Commercial C-1. 'Seconded by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS: MAYOR PRO TEM HUNT DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN ON ANNEXATION OF VICINITY NEAR COURT STREET AND SR 12: The City Manager reported he had met with Mr. Tony Osborne and Mr. Gerald Horrobin relative to their proposed automobile compound north of Court and adjacent to Rd. 34 to review plans and request for annexation. Mr. Ben Rea showed the City Council area considered for annexation and locations for access to property. Mr. Denney moved that the City of Pasco accept annexation petition of Gerald Horrobin,and Tony Osborne, the proposers would not assume any bonded indebtedness incurred by the City at the present time, and proposers would accept the com- :.prehensive plan for the area. Seconded by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried. Following three (3) calls from Mayor Pro Tem Hunt for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the Public Hearing was declared closed. MAYOR PRO TEM HUNT DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN ON ORDINANCE REGULATING THE COLLECTION, TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE, ETC: It was reported that the Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no -written adverse communications. A.E. Pitts asked why the Ordinance was necessary. The following comments were made by members of the Council: Larry Larsen - cleaner and more efficient. Al Schor - "no burning" regulations has doubled refuse in cans. Bill Wilkins - paves way for cleaner city and better living and health. M.R. Denney - rates were going up anyway - this would enable all debris to be picked up. Don Matson favored compulsory garbage service, but opposed charge for third can. Dale Schreck opposed mandatory wording as violating his basic freedom. Dudley Beall, Health Dept., favored compulsory garbage pickup. John Ells asked if you could force people to pay if they didn't have the means. The City Manager replied that it would be enforced the same as water and it could become a lien against the property. 1 1 1 MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING PUBLIC HEARING - Continued: 385 JUNE 20, 1972 Mr. Mercier opposed charge for third can and felt it was entirely out of line. Following three (3) calls from Mayor Pro Tem Hunt for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the Public Hearing was declared closed. MAYOR PRO TEM HUNT DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN FOR VACATING A. PORTION OF CINCINNATTI STREET AND THE NORTH/SOUTH ALLEY IN BLOCK 58, FREY'S ADDN: It was reported that the Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no written adverse communications. The City Manager read letter from Planning Commission, recommending the proposed vacation. Gene Wright, agent for A & E Diesel, publicly favored vacation as in the best interests of the City of Pasco. Following three (3) calls from Mayor Pro Tem Hunt for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the Public Hearing was declared.closed. MAYOR PRO TEM HUNT DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN FOR REVISIONS TO SIX-YEAR STREET PROGRAM: It was reported the Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no adverse communications. Correspondence was read from Ben Rea, Secretary of Planning Commission, recommending adoption of Six -Year Street Program with two (2) changes: 1) That Road 28 from West Lewis to West Sylvester be included in the 1973 construction period, and (2) that Margaret Street from 4th to Arthur be added to the list as a secondary arterial and included in the 1973 construction period. Mr. Denney moved that Margaret Street between 4th & Arthur Streets be considered an access street. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried. Mr. Larsen moved that the City of Pasco adopt the Six -Year Street Program, as amended. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried. J Following three (3) calls from Mayor Pro Tem Hunt for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the Public Hearing was declared closed. VISITORS: Attorney's representative for Mr. & Mrs. Al Rennebohm respectfully requested that the City Council revoke their previous decision of not renewing Pasco Club's liquor license, and approve at the present time. The Council.reaffirmed their previous decision and denied request. Mayor Pro Tem Hunt publicly commended Chief of Police Al Tebaldi for completing 89th Session of F.B.I. Academy, and in turn, Chief Tebaldi thanked the City for allowing him the privilege of attending. He praised his Department and Captain Kenneth Hutton for filling in for him during this tenure. CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY: Mayor Pro Tem Hunt presented C.F. Whetsler with a Certificate of Competency from the Board -of Certification for Washington State Water Works Operators, designating him as a Water Works Specialist III - Cross Connection Division. Mr. Whetsler thanked the assembly for the honor bestowed upon him. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY: PAUL ZAHN, 916 W. Agate, alleged sewer backup, damages- $36.99. This claim was referred to insurance carrier and City Attorney.for disposition. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 1536: JUNE 20, 1972 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $431,000.00 IN REVENUE FUNDS; MAKING ADJUSTMENTS IN THE GENERAL FUND FOR $4,000.00; PARKS & RECREATION FUND $12,200.00; ENTERPRISE GOLF FUND $500.00; ADJUST THE REVENUE OF CAPITAL PROJECT - INTER/ CITY BRIDGE FUND BY AN INCREASE IN INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUE OF $60,000.00, AN INCREASE IN NON -REVENUE RECEIPTS TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $60,000.00, AND AN OFFSETTING DECREASE IN THE FUND BY INCREASING THE ENDING FUND BALANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $120,000.00; BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION PARTICIPATION FUND $60,000.00, AND CREATING THE NEIGHBORHOOD FACILITY FUND FOR $354,500.00; MAKING CERTAIN BUDGET ITEM ADJUSTMENTS AND ADDITIONS TO ACCOMPLISH THE USE AND PURPOSE SET FORTH HEREIN, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Ordinance No. 1536 was read by title only. Mr. Denney moved that Ordinance No. 1536 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). ORDINANCE NO. 1537: (Second Reading) AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO HEALTH AND SANITATION; PROVIDING FOR AND REGULATING THE COLLECTION, TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE IN THE CITY OF PASCO; PROVIDING FOR RATES AND CHARGES THEREFOR; CREATING A "SOLID WASTE FUND"; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF AND REPEALING ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. Ordinance No. 1537 was read by title only. As a result of input from the Public Hearing previously held, the City Manager suggested this Ordinance be referred to next workshop meeting for further revisions and negotiations in the area of transportation, charges for containers, non-payment and price for third can. Councilman Denney called attention to language in Section 12 which should also be revised. Mr. Schor moved that Ordinance No. 1537 be referred to next Workshop Session of City Council for revisions, with passage on July 5, 1972. Seconded by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). ORDINANCE NO. 1538: AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF CINCINNATTI STREET AND THE NORTH/SOUTH ALLEY IN BLOCK 58, FREY'S ADDITION TO PASCO, AS RECORDED IN VOLUME "B", PAGE 16, BOOK OF PLATS, FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Ordinance No. 1538 was read by title only. Mr. Larsen moved that Ordinance No. 1538 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of six. (6) ORDINANCE NO. 1539: AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A FIRE PREVENTION CODE PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE OR EXPLOSION AND ESTABLISHING STANDARDS FOR SAFETY RELATING THERETO AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF. Ordinance No. 1539 was read by title only. Mr. Larsen moved that Ordinance No. 1539 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). 1 1 1 MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING ORDINANCES - Continued: ORDINANCE NO. 1540: 387.,' JUNE 20, 1972 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 2-30 and 2-32 OF ORDINANCE NO. 1203, PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE 22.36.020 and 22.36.040; BEING AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING COMPREHENSIVE ZONING REGULATIONS FOR THE CITY OF PASCO, AND PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATION, EN- FORCEMENT, AND AMENDMENT THEREOF, IN ACCORDANCE_ WITH THE PROVISIONS OF R.C.W. 35.63. ***SEE AMENDMENT'- 7/5/72 Ordinance No. 1540 was read by title only. Mr. Schor moved that Ordinance No. 1540 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). NEW BUSINESS: APPOINTMENTS: (PASCO HOUSING AUTHORITY) Mayor Pro Tem Sam Hunt appointed Andy Haworth to fill unexpired term of Mr. John Healy on Pasco Housing Authority Board, and asked the Council's concurrence. APPOINTMENT - PASCO HEATING BOARD: Mayor Pro Tem Sam Hunt appointed Donald Grubenhoff to fill the unexpired term of Stan Shupe on the Pasco Heating Board, and asked the Council's concurrence. Mr. Schor moved that the Pasco City Council concurs with appointments of Andy Haworth and Donald Grubenhoff to Pasco Housing Authority Board and Pasco Heating Board. Seconded by Mr: Larsen. Motion carried. JOINT WORKSHOP MEETING - INTER/CITY BRIDGE: It was announced that there would be a joint workshop meeting between the Pasco City Council and Kennewick City Council at 4:00 P.M., Wednesday, June 21, 1972. LEASE OF LIBRARY: Mr. Adams moved that lease of Old Library Building be amended to read five/five basis instead of ten year period as proposed. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried. (This item to be reviewed at next Workshop Meeting). Mr. Schor moved that lease of Old Library Building be approved, as amended. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 9:25 P.M. ATTEST: HARRY D. KINZER, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND EX -OFFICIO CITY CLERK 1 PASSED AND APPROVED THIS > DAY OF SAM HUNT, MAYOR PRO TEM