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MINUTES
PASCO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER:
FEBRUARY 19, 1974
Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by the Honorable Donald D. Linton, Mayor.
ROLL CALL:
By Clerk's representative. Councilmen present were: S.K. Adams, M.R. Denney,
Sam Hunt, Donald Linton, Al Schor, Jan Tidrick and Bill Wilkins. Also present
were: Harry D. Kinzer, Acting City Manager; D. Wayne Campbell, City Attorney;
Sandra Stanley, City Engineer; Al Tebaldi, Chief of Police and Webster Jackson,
Director of Urban Renewal.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Mr. Wilkins moved that the minutes of regular meeting, held February 5, 1974,
be approved as written. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried.
BILLS:
The following claims were presented for approval:
Encumbrance Reserve - General
$ 55.00
Legislative
17.28
Judicial
192.05
Executive
455.74
Financial & Administrative
1,800.00
Legal
153•. 57
Planning
517.74
Building & Property Services
1,699.01
Other Services
1,904.91
Police
7,974.90
Fire
3,260.41
Detention/Correction
624.00
Protective Inspections
306.55
Civil Defense
344.49
Ambulance & Aid
948.90
Engineering
1,274.01
Housing & Occupancy
294.08
Other Physical Environment
709.00
Health
5,786.25
TOTAL GENERAL FUND:
$ 28,317.89
STREET
4,653.63
ENCUMBRANCE RESERVE - ARTERIAL STREET
1,118.60
INTERCITY BRIDGE MAINTENANCE
150.00
E.E.A. FUND
180.24
NEIGHBORHOOD FACILITY
644.34
LIBRARY
1,042.60
CEMETERY
1,074.15
ENCUMBRANCE RESERVE - URBAN RENEWAL
228.90
URBAN RENEWAL
18,562.80
URBAN RENEWAL - ESCROW
1,645.59
PARKS & RECREATION
13,716.54
CAPITAL PROJECT INTER CITY BRIDGE
39,311.97
ENCUMBRANCE RESERVE - ENTERPRISE WATER/SEWER
170.12
ENTERPRISE WATER/SEWER
32,302.18
ENTERPRISE GOLF
3,541.52
ENTERPRISE SOLID WASTE
26,246.30
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
5,759.50
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
6,126.44
FIREMEN'S PENSION
72.04
GRAND TOTAL ALL FUNDS:
$184,865.35
Mr. Schor moved that claim warrant nos. 9338 through 9470 in the total amount
of $184,865.35 be approved for payment this 19th day of February, 1974. Seconded
by Mr. Hunt. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
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PASCO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
COMMUNICATIONS:
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FEBRUARY 19, 1974
Mr. Hunt moved that a Public Hearing be held March 5, 1974, in order to hear
this request. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried.
PLANNING COMMISSION: A letter was read from Ben Rea, City Planning Commission,
recommending an addition in zoning regulations.
Mr. Wilkins moved that a Public Hearing be held March 5, 1974, in order to hear
this request. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried.
PLANNING COMMISSION: A letter was read from Ben Rea, City Planning Commission,
recommending the adoption of Final Plat, labeled "First Addition to Riviera
Trailer Village, a Mobile Home Park."
Mr. Adams moved that a Public Hearing be held March 5, 1974, in order to hear
this request. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES:
ORAL REPORT - PETER MARSHALL; STEVENS, THOMPSON & RUNYON: Mr. Peter Marshall,
Consultant for Stevens, Thompson & Runyon on Central Business District Project.
Mr. Marshall referred the Council to report which they had prepared and
represented approximately 8 - 9 months work. He stressed that this was merely
a concept report; therefore, there were alternate ways of financing project, the
theme presently -being considered could -be modified to another if so desired, plus
there would be some salvage value in existing signals, lights, etc.
Mayor Linton stated that the P.U.D. had pledged full support for the undergrounding
and this would be in addition to $50,000 presently committed by the P.U.D. for
improvement in Pasco.
Councilman Tidrick'reminded the Council that we were talking $180,000 for undergroundii
as there were two parking lots involved.
The City Engineer stated that it was most important to get storm sewers installed
to alleviate run off water in sanitary sewer and overworking present facility. She
cited problem at Robinson's Top Hat as an example.
Councilman Wilkins stressed the importance of allowing the Task Force to proceed
immediately as he felt they had indicated their good faith already; further, that
the Council shouldn't "drag their feet" and prohibit progress:
Councilman Denney was hesitant to proceed with L.I.D. until he had a vote of the
businessmen.
Councilman Tidrick asked what would happen in the event of Federal Funds being
unavailable. Mr. Marshall replied that traffic signals, lighting, etc. would drop
down in priority.
Councilman Denney asked if the trees were going to be ornamental and not shade
trees? The answer was affirmative. (Mr. Denney felt that recommendation of Coast
growers regarding trees for this area was not appropriate in most cases).
Councilman Tidrick asked why they were replacing street lights. Mr. Marshall
replied that it was in keeping with the visual compatibility of theme. (Staff
enlightened the Council as to ownership, maintenance of poles in City).
Councilman Tidrick questioned figure of $30,000 for fountain. Mr. Marshall replied
that the fountain was considered a visual item, but could be deleted, if necessary.
PLANNING COMMISSION: A
letter
was read from Ben Rea, City Planning Commission,
requesting zone changes
in the
Central Business District and decrease of size in
Fire Zone I.
Mr. Wilkins moved that a Public Hearing be held March 5, 1974, in order to hear
this request. Seconded
PLANNING COMMISSION: A
by Mr.
letter
Adams. Motion Carried.
was read from Ben Rea, City Planning Commission,
requesting that a Conditional
use be inserted into the General Commercial C-3
zone.
Mr. Hunt moved that a Public Hearing be held March 5, 1974, in order to hear
this request. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried.
PLANNING COMMISSION: A letter was read from Ben Rea, City Planning Commission,
recommending an addition in zoning regulations.
Mr. Wilkins moved that a Public Hearing be held March 5, 1974, in order to hear
this request. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried.
PLANNING COMMISSION: A letter was read from Ben Rea, City Planning Commission,
recommending the adoption of Final Plat, labeled "First Addition to Riviera
Trailer Village, a Mobile Home Park."
Mr. Adams moved that a Public Hearing be held March 5, 1974, in order to hear
this request. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES:
ORAL REPORT - PETER MARSHALL; STEVENS, THOMPSON & RUNYON: Mr. Peter Marshall,
Consultant for Stevens, Thompson & Runyon on Central Business District Project.
Mr. Marshall referred the Council to report which they had prepared and
represented approximately 8 - 9 months work. He stressed that this was merely
a concept report; therefore, there were alternate ways of financing project, the
theme presently -being considered could -be modified to another if so desired, plus
there would be some salvage value in existing signals, lights, etc.
Mayor Linton stated that the P.U.D. had pledged full support for the undergrounding
and this would be in addition to $50,000 presently committed by the P.U.D. for
improvement in Pasco.
Councilman Tidrick'reminded the Council that we were talking $180,000 for undergroundii
as there were two parking lots involved.
The City Engineer stated that it was most important to get storm sewers installed
to alleviate run off water in sanitary sewer and overworking present facility. She
cited problem at Robinson's Top Hat as an example.
Councilman Wilkins stressed the importance of allowing the Task Force to proceed
immediately as he felt they had indicated their good faith already; further, that
the Council shouldn't "drag their feet" and prohibit progress:
Councilman Denney was hesitant to proceed with L.I.D. until he had a vote of the
businessmen.
Councilman Tidrick asked what would happen in the event of Federal Funds being
unavailable. Mr. Marshall replied that traffic signals, lighting, etc. would drop
down in priority.
Councilman Denney asked if the trees were going to be ornamental and not shade
trees? The answer was affirmative. (Mr. Denney felt that recommendation of Coast
growers regarding trees for this area was not appropriate in most cases).
Councilman Tidrick asked why they were replacing street lights. Mr. Marshall
replied that it was in keeping with the visual compatibility of theme. (Staff
enlightened the Council as to ownership, maintenance of poles in City).
Councilman Tidrick questioned figure of $30,000 for fountain. Mr. Marshall replied
that the fountain was considered a visual item, but could be deleted, if necessary.
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MINUTES
PASCO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEE - Continued:
FEBRUARY 19, 1974
Mr. Ed Hendler urged the Council
to adopt
the basic "Concept" of report
and
instruct the Engineering Staff to
proceed
with initiation of an L.I.D.
so that
the merchants would have a dollar
figure
to work with. He felt that an
L.I.D.
was the "key" to success.
Councilmen Denney and Tidrick both
favored
concept, but preferred that
the
L.I.D. be on a more solid ground;
namely,
merchant's names on petition
to
indicate interest.
Mr. Ed Ray, didn't think the petitions would do much good and urged the Council
to proceed with L.I.D. initiation.
Mr. Jack Williams stated that downtown Pasco was vitally important to people in
the community and the City Council had a committment to go ahead.
Mr. Karl Krudwig stated he just returned from the East coast and observed many
areas like Pasco which were "dying." He stressed getting merchants back into
the empty buildings.
Mr. Brian Morgan, long time resident of Pasco, favored arCity wide L.I.D. and
study to expand all of Pasco. As a realtor, he stated it was getting impossible
to sell real estate in Pasco due to decaying conditions.
Mr. Hunt moved to accept Pasco Central Business District Study, as presented by
Stevens, Thompson & Runyon as a concept to begin rejuvenation of Pasco's
Central Business District. Seconded by Mr. Denney. Motion carried. (Councilman
Tidrick voting no).
Mr. Denney moved that the City initiate an L.I.D. per report of Stevens, Thompson
& Runyon, and instruct the City Engineer to proceed with engineering and advise
Council as to costs. (get advice from Steering Committee). Seconded by Mr.
Wilkins. (Discussion)
Mr. Schor was reluctant to pass motion as he favored a petition to indicate
merchant's feeling before proceeding with L.I.D.
Mr. Schor moved that this item be tabled until City is in receipt of petition.
Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried by roll call vote of four (Schor, Tidrick,
Hunt & Adams) and three no (Linton, Denney & Wilkins).
Councilman Adams stated he voted for tabling the main motion because he felt the
businessman can now make the first move.
Councilmen Hunt and Schor both favored downtown improvement, but wanted a better
indication from the merchants.
RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION NO. 943:
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE CITY BE INCLUDED IN THE NATIONAL
FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM.
Resolution No. 943 was read by title only. Mr. Hunt moved that Resolution
No. 943 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Denney. Motion carried by roll call vote
of seven (7).
RESOLUTION NO. 944:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A TIME FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION
TO VACATE CERTAIN STREETS AND ALLEYS WITHIN FREY'S ADDITION TO THE
CITY OF PASCO.
Resolution No. 944 was read by title only. Mr. Hunt moved that Resolution No.
944 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Denney. Motion carried by roll call vote of
seven (7).
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MINUTES
PASCO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 19, 1974
RESOLUTIONS - Continued:
RESOLUTION NO. 945:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SALE OF CERTAIN LANDS WITHIN THE
URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT AREA, APPROVING THE METHOD OF SELECTING
THE REDEVELOPER AND APPROVING THE MINIMUM PRICE THEREFOR,
Resolution No. 945 was read by title only. Mr. Schor moved that Resolution
No. 945 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Denney. Motion carried by roll call vote
of seven (7).
NEW BUSINESS:
REFURBISHING OF CITY HALL: Mr. Schor moved to authorize the Acting City Manager
to negotiate for Phase I & II and AAddative I & II. Seconded by Mr. Denney.
Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
Mr. Hunt moved that main motion be amended by adding Addatibess III and IV.
Seconded by Mr. Linton. Motion carried by roll call vote of four (Adams,
Denney, Hunt & Linton) and three no (Schor, Tidrick & Wilkins)..
Main motion carried, as amended.
AWARD OF BID - WATER MATERIALS: Bids were opened February 12, 1974 for the
furnishing of water materials as follows:
CALL FOR BIDS - POWER MOWER: Mr. Hunt moved that the staff be authorized to call
for bids for one power mower for the Park & Recreation Department within the 1974
Equipment Rental Capital Budget. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried by roll
call vote of seven (7).
CALL FOR BIDS - TURF MAINTENANCE MACHINE: Mr. Wilkins moved that the staff be
authorized to advertise for bids for one Turf Maintenance Machine for Parks &
Recreation Department within the 1974 Equipment Rental Capital Budget. Seconded
by Mr. Denney. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
APPOINTMENT - PARKS & RECREATION BOARD: Mayor Linton appointed C.F. "BILL" FARRENS
to the Parks & Recreation Board (expires 2/2/77) and asked the Council's concurrence.
Mr. Schor moved to concur with appointment of C.F. Farrens to the Parks & Recreation
Advisory Board. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 10:50 P.M. (00� da - dzr
DONALD D. LINTON, MA OR
ATTEST: / �
Harry D. Kinzer, rector df Fin6k ce and
Ex -officio City C1 rk
PASSED by the City Council and APPROVED this /-)--day of���� l��/ . 1974.
CLERK'S PRESENTATIVE
Schedule A
Waterworks Supply
$3,532.99
**
Schedule B
Consolidated Supply
$2,772.00
**
Schedule C
I.T.T. Grinnell
$1,150.96
**
Schedule D
Pacific States CIP Co.
$40,107.95
**
** Staff Recommendation
Mr. Denney moved that
recommendation of the staff be accepted and
bids for water
materials be awarded to
Waterworks Supply, Consolidated Supply,
I.T.T. Grinnell and
Pacific States CIP Co.
Seconded by Mr. Adams.
Motion carried
by roll call vote
of seven (7).
CALL FOR BIDS - POWER MOWER: Mr. Hunt moved that the staff be authorized to call
for bids for one power mower for the Park & Recreation Department within the 1974
Equipment Rental Capital Budget. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried by roll
call vote of seven (7).
CALL FOR BIDS - TURF MAINTENANCE MACHINE: Mr. Wilkins moved that the staff be
authorized to advertise for bids for one Turf Maintenance Machine for Parks &
Recreation Department within the 1974 Equipment Rental Capital Budget. Seconded
by Mr. Denney. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
APPOINTMENT - PARKS & RECREATION BOARD: Mayor Linton appointed C.F. "BILL" FARRENS
to the Parks & Recreation Board (expires 2/2/77) and asked the Council's concurrence.
Mr. Schor moved to concur with appointment of C.F. Farrens to the Parks & Recreation
Advisory Board. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 10:50 P.M. (00� da - dzr
DONALD D. LINTON, MA OR
ATTEST: / �
Harry D. Kinzer, rector df Fin6k ce and
Ex -officio City C1 rk
PASSED by the City Council and APPROVED this /-)--day of���� l��/ . 1974.
CLERK'S PRESENTATIVE