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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-02-1973 MinutesMINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER: 439 JANUARY 2, 1973 Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by the Honorable Sam Hunt, Mayor Pro -Tem. ROLL CALL: By Clerk's representative. Councilmen present were: S.K. Adams, M.R. Denney, Larry Larsen, Sam Hunt, Al Schor and Bill Wilkins. Mayor Donald Linton was absent due to being out of town. Also present were: City Manager M.B. Winegar; City Attorney D. Wayne Campbell; Finance Director Harry Kinzer; Public Works Director Iry Kau; Police Chief Al Tebaldi; Battalion Chief Roger Nelson and Senior Planner Ben Rea. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Prior to approval of minutes, Mayor Pro -Tem Sam Hunt announced that the recessed meeting of December 29, 1972 adjourned for lack of a quorum. Mr. Denney moved that the minutes be amended to reflect that the December.29, 1972 meeting was adjourned as of 8:00 P.M., January 3, 1973. Seconded by Mr. Hunt. Mr. Denney moved that the minutes of regular meeting meeting, held December 19, 1972, and recessed meeting of December 29, 1972, be approved as amended. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried. OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION AWARD: "PEANUTS" FUKUDA: Mayor Pro -Tem Hunt presented "Peanuts" Fukuda an appreciation award for his many years of assisting the City in making Pasco a cleaner place to live. He commended.him for his efforts, and on behalf of the City Council and citizens of Pasco, thanked Peanuts for his interest in our community. Mr. Bob Young, President of the Chamber of Commerce, presented "Peanuts" with an honorary life membership in the Chamber of Commerce and a token gift from a grateful community. Mr. Fukuda responded with "thank you" and personal handshake with the entire audience. RESOLUTION: Mr. Bob Young, President of the Chamber of Commerce, read the following Resolution to the City Council: WHEREAS, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce membership represents the majority of the business and professional people in the City of Pasco; and WHEREAS, the membership of the Pasco Chamber of Commerce have in the past and will continue to work for and support good government; and WHEREAS, the City Government is, in fact, a democratic form of government ruled by the majority of its citizens by virtue of periodic, free elections; and WHEREAS, the administration of the City of Pasco is conducted by these elected officials who have dedicated themselves to improving life in the City for the benefit of all of its citizens; and WHEREAS, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce is opposed to those factions and individuals representing secret organizations or associations who constantly harass the conduct of orderly business of the Pasco City Council by their disruptive actions and by expressing views purporting to represent the views and opinions of large segments of our citizens but in fact do not represent views other than their own BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that the membership of the Pasco Chamber of Commerce does reaffirm its full support to the democratic process of governmentng the City of Pasco. FURTHER, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce hereby confers upon the City Council of the City of Pasco its vote of confidence. /s/ Robert H. Young, President /s/ Fred R. Wolf, 1st Vice -Pres. /s/ John G. Schultz, 2nd Vice -Pres. /s/ Charles G. Andres, Immediate Past President MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 2, 1973 BILLS: The following claims were presented for approval: Legislative $ 55.40 Judicial 215.64 Executive 191.92 Legal 136.60 Planning 121.73 Building & Property Services 664.33 Other Services 478.13 Police 4,797.76 Fire 3,079.86 Protective Inspections 156.02 Ambulance & Aid 40.95 Engineering 412.33 Housing & Occupancy 48.54 $48,819.39 TOTAL GENERAL FUND: $10,399.21 CITY STREET 1,554.63 ARTERIAL STREET 1,231.18 INTER -CITY BRIDGE MAINTENANCE -STREET .89 E.E.A. FUND 596.83 LIBRARY 504.44 CEMETERY 714.71 URBAN RENEWAL 1,724.66 PARKS & RECREATION 3,948.83 CAPITAL PROJECT - INTERCITY BRIDGE 105.15 CAPITAL PROJECT U.A.B. NORTH 4th 849.00 CAPITAL -PROJECT U.A.B. SOUTH 4th 618.94 ENTERPRISE WATER/SEWER, 2,208.55 ENTERPRISE GOLF 1,174.02 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 642.39 FINANCE OPERATION 790.90 FIREMEN'S PENSION 10,710.96 1971 BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION -STREET 369.43 TOTAL ALL FUNDS: $38,144.72 Mr. Denney moved that Voucher Nos. 64.14 through 6492 in the total amount of" $38,144.72 be approved for payment this 2nd day of January, 1973. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). The following payroll claims were presented for approval: Legislative $ 295.36 Judicial 849.28 Executive 2,650.88 Legal 858.48 Planning 746.72 Building & Property Service 52.51 Community Relations 1,715.42 Police 21,249.03 Fire 15,587.47 Protective Inspections 1,010.32 Engineering 3,430.56 Housing & Occupancy 373.36 TOTAL GENERAL FUND: $48,819.39 CITY STREET 4,746.00 INTER -CITY BRIDGE MAINTENANCE 77.01 E.E.A. FUND 3,927.71 LIBRARY 3,560.18 CEMETERY 1,926.40 URBAN RENEWAL 5,820.00 PARKS & RECREATION 4,851.24 ENTERPRISE WATER/SEWER 12,835.61 ENTERPRISE GOLF 1,957.92 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 1,927.53 FINANCE OPERATION 6,162.14 GRAND TOTAL ALL FUNDS: $96,611.13 1 1 MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING BILLS - Continued: 441 JANUARY 2, 1973 Mr. Schor moved that Voucher Nos. 8877 through 9228 in the total amount of $96,611.13 be approved for payment this 2nd day of January, 1973. Seconded.by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). COMMUNICATIONS: "We sent a'letter to you December 20, 1972, pertaining to the overhead conversion program in the new Pasco auto park subdivision. We would like to add $17,621 for the conversion work we will do at the substation site. We had planned on doing this work before this property was annexed, and we feel this should be part of the underground conversion program with the City." Discussion ensued between Mr. Northrup, members of the City Council and Mr. Lincoln of the P.U.D. Mr. Northrup reiterated that approximately $250,000 will be spent in this area for improvement.and felt the additional cost of $17,621.00 is justified. Mr. Hendler opposed additional expense for auto park being charged against the $50,000 worth of undergrounding per year to the City. A.E. Pitts supported the P.U.D. in their contention. As the City Council wanted further information in this matter, the item.was tabled until the next regular Workshop Session of the City Council. BENTON-FRANKLIN MENTAL HEALTH & FAMILY COUNSELING: Mayor Pro -tem Sam Hunt stated that he would acknowledge receipt of the Benton -Franklin Mental Health &.Family Counseling Center for funds and possibly take action at a later date. CITY REPRESENTATIVE C.A.C. BOARD: In response to letter received from the C.A.C., Mayor Pro -tem Sam Hunt announced that he would continue as C.A.C. Board member and Councilman Bill Wilkins would act as alternate. Councilman Mr. Denney moved thatnSam Hunt act as City Representative on the C.A.C.-Board and Councilman Bill Wilkins be alternate. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried. The following communication was received from A.C. Northrup, Manager of Franklin County P.U.D. "Our engineers have estimated the cost of conversion of the present overhead circuits in the new plat on Road 32 south of Court Street and the removal of the present underground circuit located on Road 32 right of way. The estimated costs are as follows: 1. Remaining value of overhead _° $3,687.24 Salvage 1,482.93 2,204.31 $ 2,204.31 2. Removal costs of overhead 1,458.96 3. Dead end existing overhead 1,647.55 4. Underground material 28,432.27 5. Underground labor 6,005.76 6. Tools & transportation, equipment 864.00 7. Trenching 11000.00 8. Total 1 through 7 $41,612.85 9. Remaining value of underground $10,191.41 to be removed Value of cable removed $3,900.00 Labor removal - 3,061.38 Net Salvage. 838.62 - 838.62 Total for9 9,352.79 9,352.79 10. Total Items 8 and 9 (Total Project) $50,965.64 The presently existing underground circuit must be removed as it interfers with the development of the plat. No costs are included for reinstalling this circuit as it will be relocated outside the city limits." In addition, the City Manager read the following correspondence from the P.U.D., received this date (1/2/73): "We sent a'letter to you December 20, 1972, pertaining to the overhead conversion program in the new Pasco auto park subdivision. We would like to add $17,621 for the conversion work we will do at the substation site. We had planned on doing this work before this property was annexed, and we feel this should be part of the underground conversion program with the City." Discussion ensued between Mr. Northrup, members of the City Council and Mr. Lincoln of the P.U.D. Mr. Northrup reiterated that approximately $250,000 will be spent in this area for improvement.and felt the additional cost of $17,621.00 is justified. Mr. Hendler opposed additional expense for auto park being charged against the $50,000 worth of undergrounding per year to the City. A.E. Pitts supported the P.U.D. in their contention. As the City Council wanted further information in this matter, the item.was tabled until the next regular Workshop Session of the City Council. BENTON-FRANKLIN MENTAL HEALTH & FAMILY COUNSELING: Mayor Pro -tem Sam Hunt stated that he would acknowledge receipt of the Benton -Franklin Mental Health &.Family Counseling Center for funds and possibly take action at a later date. CITY REPRESENTATIVE C.A.C. BOARD: In response to letter received from the C.A.C., Mayor Pro -tem Sam Hunt announced that he would continue as C.A.C. Board member and Councilman Bill Wilkins would act as alternate. Councilman Mr. Denney moved thatnSam Hunt act as City Representative on the C.A.C.-Board and Councilman Bill Wilkins be alternate. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried. 442 REGULAR MEETING• COMMUNICATIONS - Continued: MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 2, 1973 DESIGN REPORT - NEW INTER -CITY BRIDGE: The following correspondence was drafted to J.L. Thornton, State Aid Engineer, from M.B. Winegar, City Manager: "This is to advise the Department of Highways the City of Pasco, co-sponsors of the Pasco -Kennewick Intercity Bridge, has reviewed the Preliminary Design Report of December, 1972, as submitted by Arvid Grant & Associates, Inc. It is the City's desire to con- struct Design No. 2, Cable -Stay Construction. We'would appreciate the Department of Highways and Federal Highway Administration's concurrence.. Further,.we would appreciate you expediting the necessary agreements and precedures for final design. Mr. Denney moved that the City Manager be authorized to expedite letter on behalf of the City of Pasco. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS: MAYOR PRO -TEM HUNT DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO REZONE PORTION OF BLOCK 22, HELM'S SECOND ADDITION: It was reported that the Hearing had been duly published and posted., There were no adverse written communications. Correspondence was read from City Planning Commission recommending proposed zone change from R-1 to R-3. 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 TO REZONE PORTION OF BLOCK 3, REPLAT OF KURTH'S ADDITION: It was reported that the Hearing had been duly published and posted. Therewere no adverse written communications. Correspondence was read from City Planning Commission recommending proposed zone change from R-1 to R-3. Lewis Hopkins favored zone change as he was planning to build 28 -unit apartment complex in area. 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 TO REZONE BLOCK 3, GRAY'S EAST RIVERSIDE ADDITION: It was reported that the -Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no adverse written communications. Correspondence was read from City Planning Commission recommending proposed zone change from R-2 to R-3. Iry Franks, member of Lion's Club, favored zone change as it was their intent.to build meeting place for Lion's Club on the site. 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 TO REZONE PORTION OF SE QUARTER SECTION 17 AND A PORTION OF THE NE QUARTER OF SECTION 20, T9N, R30 EWM: It was reported that the Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no adverse written communications. Correspondence was read from City Planning Commission recommending proposed zone change from R-1 to C-3. Bob Tippett favored zone change as they were proposing to develop a KOA camp site, truck maintenance facility and possibly a restaurant. 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. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL 443 REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 2, 1973 PUBLIC HEARING - Continued: MAYOR PRO -TEM HUNT:DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO APPROVE PRELIMINARY SUB- DIVISION OF' PORTION OF THE SE QUARTER SECTION 17, AND A PORTION OF THE NE QUARTER SECTION 20, T9N, R30 EWM: It was reported that the Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no adverse written communications. Correspondence was read from City Planning Commission recommending the approval of the preliminary sub -division, labeled Columbia East II. Bob Tippett elaborated on plans for proposed camp site and other facilities and stated that construction would commence on the camp ground on March 1, 1973, if approved. 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. Mr. Denney moved that the City of Pasco approve preliminary sub -division, labeled Columbia East II. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried. VISITORS: A.E. Pitts questioned illness of C.F. Whetsler and asked for clarification of employment status. Mr. Winegar responded that Mr. Whetsler was presently on earned sick leave from the City of Pasco and would return to work upon release from his physician. Further, his salary would be discontinued upon expiration of earned sick leave if -he were unable to return to work by that time. CLAIM :AGAINST -THE CITY: CHARLES ELLETT, JR. presented claim for alleged sewer back up which was referred to City Attorney and insurance carrier for disposition. REPORTS FROM OFFICERS: MEMO OF UNDERSTANDING - APARTMENT OWNERS & BASIN DISPOSAL, INC:' The following points were negotiated to determine a special rate: 1) A special contract may be mutually agreed to by the person responsible for the premise, the Contractor and the City. 2) Based on weekly service at a single pickup point for any group of occupied or unoccupied multi -family units on one premise, a special rate for a minimum of two,cans for the first unit thereof and not less than one additional can for each additional unit (but not less than the total number of cans needed to maintain healthy and sanitary conditions) billed at a set lump -sum price per billing period may be approved. 3) The special rate to the person responsible shall* be computed by using the same unit prices as for single family residential; namely, $2.25 per month forthe first two cans per month plus 20¢ per pickup for each additional can. The reimbursement by the City to the Contractor therefor shall be at the rate of $2.00 per month for the first two cans and 17.5¢ per pickup for additional cans. 4) An example of the method to compute the minimum lump sum price per month for a four-plex payable by the person responsible: 1st unit @ 2 cans @ 2.25 per month @ 12 months $27.00 3 additional units @ 1 can @ 20� per pickup @'52 weeks 31:20 Total charge per year: 58.20 Charge per month: $ 4.85 5) Utilizing the above example, the minimum lump sum monthly payment to the Contractor by the City is to be computed as follows: 1st unit @ 2 cans @ 2.00 per month @ 12 months 24.00 3 additional units @ 1 can @ 17.5¢ per pickup @ 52 weeks 27.30 i Total payment per year: $51.30 Payment per month: $ 4.27 (approximate) REGULAR MEETING MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 2, 1973 Mr. Lawrence, President of Apartment Owner's Association, read draft of letter to the Pasco City Council, expressing their appreciation for the assistance they received in reaching an amiacable solution to solid waste service. He further stated that he did not intend to re -negotiate in six months or a year, but felt this rate should run for the length of City contract with Basin Disposal, Inc. Mr. Lawrence reiterated to the Council that any tenant failing to comply with sanitation rules would be penalized at three times the rate in order to maintain cleanliness. The Manager said he would attempt to resolve the question of time. ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 1564: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL -R-3. Ordinance No. 1564 was read by title only. Mr. Larsen moved that Ordinance No. 1564 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). ORDINANCE NO. 1565: Prior to reading of Ordinance No. 1565, the following section is recommended to be added: "Provided, however, that if said land is not developed within one year from this date that the zone classification shall revert back to low density Residential R-1." AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3. Ordinance No. 1565 was read by title only. Mr. Schor moved that Ordinance No. 1565 be adopted, as amended. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). ORDINANCE NO. 1566: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION:OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO FROM MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-2 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3. Ordinance No. 1566 was read by title only. Mr. Larsen moved that Ordinance No. 1566 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). ORDINANCE`NO. 1567: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL C-3. Ordinance No. 1567 was read by title only. Mr. Denney moved that Ordinance No. 1567 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Larsen. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). NEW BUSINESS: I PROPOSED AGREEMENT WITH BENTON-FRANKLIN COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY: Mr. Wilkins moved that the City of Pasco approve Agreement, as submitted. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT - OPERATING ENGINEERS: Mr. Denney moved that the City of Pasco approve Bargaining Agreement with Operating Engineers, as submitted. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). M I NUT ES, PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING NEW BUSINESS: 445 JANUARY 2, 1973 COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT - FIREFIGHTERS: Mr. Winegar stated that there was one change, as follows: Fire Captain - $11,160 - $11,592; Fire Lieutenant - $10,728; Firefighters - $8,136 - $10,296 Mr. Wilkins moved that the City of Pasco approve Bargaining Agreement with Firefighters, as corrected. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). PRO GOLF CONTRACT: This contract tabled to next regular meeting of the City Council. ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 9:35 P.M. ATTEST: i DONALD D. LINTON, MAYOR HARRY D. KINZER; DIRE OR OF FINANCE ANa " EX -OFFICIO CITY CLERK PASSED and APPROVED this �day of ,---- 1973. CLERK'S REPRESENTATIVE 1