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
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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
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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.
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COMMUNICATIONS - Continued:
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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.
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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)
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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:
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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
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