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Home My WebLink About09-16-1975 MinutesMINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER: SEPTEMBER 16, 1975 Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by the Honorable Donald Linton, Mayor. ROLL CALL: By Deputy City Clerk. Councilmen present were: S.K. Adams,'Donald Linton, Billie Sargent, Al Schor, Jan Tidrick and Bill Wilkins. Also present were: A.M. Tebaldi, Acting City Manager; Patrick Roach, City Attorney; Leo Olney, Director of Finance; Jim Ajax, City Engineer and Webster Jackson,.Director of Urban Renewal. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: M Mr. Schor moved that minutes of regul.ar meeting, held September 2, 1975, be approved as written. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried. BILLS AND COMMUNICATIONS: The following claims were presented for approval: Legislative $ 245.12 Judicial 13.34 Executive 13.34 Financial & Administrative 1,800.00 Legal 48.34 Personnel 136.20 Planning 381.67 Other Govt. Services 89.51 Police 7,366.80 Fire 4,299.46 Protective Inspections 244.17 Ambulance & Aid 1,438.72 Engineering 555.03 Housing & Community Develop. 240.84 Other Physical Environment 58.33 TOTAL GENERAL FUND: STREET FUND ARTERIAL STREET FUND CETA FUND LIBRARY FUND CEMETERY URBAN RENEWAL PARKS & RECREATION CAPITAL PROJECT, INTER -CITY BRIDGE CAPITAL PROJECT, CBD REDEVELOPMENT CAPITAL PROJECT, NEIGHBORHOOD FACILITY ENTERPRISE WALTER/SEWER ENTERPRISE GOLF ENTERPRISE SOLID WASTE EQUIPMENT RENTAL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FIREMEN'S PENSION L.I.D. NO. 86 L.I.D. NO. 91 GRAND TOTAL ALL FUNDS: . $ 16,930.87 4,889.39 16,743.15 53.36 674.08 1,055.14 1,019.12 3,434.97 21,638.06 491.58 27,689.23 39,493.37 2,990.04 24,979.04 5,044.50 1,070.71 220.00 711.86 1,653.98 $170,782:45 Mr. Wilkins moved that Warrant Nos. 3628 through 3736 5n•the total. amount of $170,782.45 be approved for payment this 16th day ofSeptember, 1975. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). Mayor Linton welcomed H.W. "Pete" Felsted, Police Judge; and his delegation of Boy Scouts:. Mr. Felsted stated that they.were from Troop 150, and in order•to obtain one of their merit badges, they had to attend one civic meeting. He introduced them as follows: Doug Hays, Kenny Petoh, Robbie Crary, Larry Kickords,.Troy Wilson, Mike Scrimsher, Jason.Homer, Todd Wildon, Riley Camden, Mike Hillegas, Ricky Montgomery, Boyd Homer, Darrell LaDow, Dennis Berg, Buzz Fletcher, Marvin Murri, Buddy Fletcher, Neil Barr, Russell Deines, Scott Felsted, Russell Smith, Robert Haisch and Assistant Scout Leader. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 16, 1975 BILLS & COMMUNICATIONS - Continued: INTER -CITY BRIDGE - CONSTRUCTION: Mr. Schor moved to approve claim warrant in the amount of $226,885.50 to the State of Washington as Pay Estimate #1 on the Inter -City Bridge construction. Seconded by Mrs. Sargent. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). Mr. Tebaldi briefly explained that this was the first billing from Peter Kiewit Sons PLANNING COMMISSION COMMUNICATION: A letter was read from City Planning Commission, requesting a public hearing on October 7, 1975 for the following requests: ZONE CHANGE:' A request from R-1 to R-2 for Lots 8 through 12, inclusive, together with the east 15' of Lot 13, Block 16, Stadium Park Addition. ZONE CHANGE: A request from R-1 to C-1 for Lots 17 & 18, Block 11, Helms Second Addition. PRELIMINARY PLAT LABELED AGRI'-CENTER: That portion of the SE quarter of the NE quarter of Section 20, together with that portion of the SW quarter of the NW quarter of Section 21, all in T9N, Range 30 EWM, Franklin County, Washington. PRELIMINARY PLAT LABELED SAGEMOOR PARK: Blocks 7, 8, 9, 10, 23, 24, 25 & 26, Highland Park Homes Addition, more commonly known as that area bounded by Owens Avenue on the -west, Highland Street on the north, Hugo Street on the east, and Broadway Street on the South. Mr. Wilkins moved that a Public Hearing be set for October 7, 1975 to hear these four (4) requests. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried. VISITORS: Council -candidate Mr. Ira Schmidt asked why he was refused an entire agenda when he knew that others had received one. Mr. Schor responded that when Mr. Schmidt requested an entire packet, he was merely relaying procedure used when he first applied for .council four years ago. CLAIMS AGAINST'THE CITY: RONALD COHAGEN: Mrs. Sargent moved City Attorney and Insurance Carrier by Mr. Schor. Motion carried. ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 1721: that claim of Ronald Cohagen be referred to for their attention and/or action.. Seconded AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE 5.44.210 AND SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 1597, BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 21 OF° ORDINANCE NO. 1384, PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE 5.44.210, FARE SCHEDULE, BEING AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO CONVEYING OF PASSENGERS AND BAGGAGE FOR HIRE, PROVIDING LICENSES FOR OPERATORS AND DRIVERS, REGULATING OWNERSHIP, LIMITING NUMBER OF,TAXICABS TO PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY AND REGULATING FARES IN THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBERS 566, 578, 647, 683 and PASCO CITY CODE CHAPTER 3-3. Ordinance No. 1721 was read by title only. Mr. Wilkins moved that Ordinance No. 1721 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried by roll call voteo of five (5). Councilman Tidrick abstained due to the fact that Mr. Bunch is the owner of taxi company and had recently made a claim against Mr. Tidrick's insurance. 1 Councilman Schor requested each councilman to take copy of proposed Ethics Ordinance home for further study and it will appear on the.next Workshop Agenda for discussion. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING ORDINANCES - Continued: ORDINANCE NO. 1733: 2 2 1. SEPTEMBER 16, 1975 ORDINANGE•-NO7=1734: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NOS. 86, 87, 88, 90, 91 and 92 WARRANTS, SETTING THE RATE OF INTEREST FOR SAID INTEREST BEARING WARRANTS, AND NAMING PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK OF WASHINGTON AS THE LENDING INSTITUTION. Ordinance No. 1734 was read by title only. Mr. Schor moved that Ordinance No. 1734 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). UNFINISHED BUSINESS: EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF CONCERNED CITIZENS: Mayor Linton announced that this item of business would be referred to Workshop Meeting of September'30, 1975. MULTI -USE FACILITY - VICINITY OF MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE: Mr. Schor moved that the City Manager be authorized and directed to use and furnish copies of the "Phase One Analysis, Pasco Municipal Golf Course Redevelopment Program" to the people who have indicated an interest in development of the'area. Seconded by Mrs. Sargent. Motion carried. Councilman Adams voting no. OLD CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY' BUILDING: Prior to hearing_ -from Mr. Walter McKay, potential buyer for old library building, Mayor Linton stated that -the City Council was aware of present lease on property and he felt that they should work with leasee and try to work out an equitable solution for everyone. Mr. McKay reiterated that his restaurant had�won 4 awards, was listed as one.of 16 outstanding. -restaurants out of 1,000 in the Seattle area and'felt the Tri City area had tremendous growth potential. He, particularly, was impressed by the -Old Library Building due to its natural architectural design and location. He estimated that he could complete project in approximately 120 -days. Mr. Wilkins advocated talking to present leasee, but did not think we should halt progress. Mr. Tidrick stated that the restaurant idea sounded great; however, the City had agreed to lease building in good faith and Mrs. Clark had been attempting to comply with the agreement. Mrs. Barbara Clark, present leasee, stated she would not mind moving if a suitable location could be found; however, from now until Christmas is her busiest time and a move at this time would be disastrous. Mr. Jeff Hendler asked if the building would be put out for competitive bid, is adequate parking available, and what zoning did the area have? Mayor Linton replied that it would be put out for competitive bid, parking would.have to be complied with according to zoning ordinance, and the area was.presently zoned commercial. Mrs. Alice Hogan West, Pasco pioneer, opposed selling the building as the Centenial year was approaching and this landmark should be preserved. Mr. Tidrick asked Mr. McKay if time was a critical factor here. Mr. McKay replied negative. AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 84 WARRANTS, SETTING THE RATE OF INTEREST FOR SAID INTEREST BEARING WARRANTS, AND NAMING PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK OF WASHINGTON AS THE LENDING INSTITUTION. Ordinance No. 1733 was read by title only. Mr. Adams moved that Ordinance No. 1733 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). ORDINANGE•-NO7=1734: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NOS. 86, 87, 88, 90, 91 and 92 WARRANTS, SETTING THE RATE OF INTEREST FOR SAID INTEREST BEARING WARRANTS, AND NAMING PEOPLES NATIONAL BANK OF WASHINGTON AS THE LENDING INSTITUTION. Ordinance No. 1734 was read by title only. Mr. Schor moved that Ordinance No. 1734 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). UNFINISHED BUSINESS: EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF CONCERNED CITIZENS: Mayor Linton announced that this item of business would be referred to Workshop Meeting of September'30, 1975. MULTI -USE FACILITY - VICINITY OF MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE: Mr. Schor moved that the City Manager be authorized and directed to use and furnish copies of the "Phase One Analysis, Pasco Municipal Golf Course Redevelopment Program" to the people who have indicated an interest in development of the'area. Seconded by Mrs. Sargent. Motion carried. Councilman Adams voting no. OLD CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY' BUILDING: Prior to hearing_ -from Mr. Walter McKay, potential buyer for old library building, Mayor Linton stated that -the City Council was aware of present lease on property and he felt that they should work with leasee and try to work out an equitable solution for everyone. Mr. McKay reiterated that his restaurant had�won 4 awards, was listed as one.of 16 outstanding. -restaurants out of 1,000 in the Seattle area and'felt the Tri City area had tremendous growth potential. He, particularly, was impressed by the -Old Library Building due to its natural architectural design and location. He estimated that he could complete project in approximately 120 -days. Mr. Wilkins advocated talking to present leasee, but did not think we should halt progress. Mr. Tidrick stated that the restaurant idea sounded great; however, the City had agreed to lease building in good faith and Mrs. Clark had been attempting to comply with the agreement. Mrs. Barbara Clark, present leasee, stated she would not mind moving if a suitable location could be found; however, from now until Christmas is her busiest time and a move at this time would be disastrous. Mr. Jeff Hendler asked if the building would be put out for competitive bid, is adequate parking available, and what zoning did the area have? Mayor Linton replied that it would be put out for competitive bid, parking would.have to be complied with according to zoning ordinance, and the area was.presently zoned commercial. Mrs. Alice Hogan West, Pasco pioneer, opposed selling the building as the Centenial year was approaching and this landmark should be preserved. Mr. Tidrick asked Mr. McKay if time was a critical factor here. Mr. McKay replied negative. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING UNFINISHED BUSINESS - Continued: SEPTEMBER 16, 1975 It wassagreed to refer this back to staff in an attempt to work out an equitable solution with Mrs. Clark. ASSOCIATION OF WASHINGTON CITIES: Mayor Linton announced that the majority of City Councilmen would be attending an`Mssoci`ation of Vashington Cities meeting in Walla Walla, Washington on October 8, 1975. URBAN RENEWALSALE: Mr. Schor moved that staff be authorized to sell parcel of land to Neil Kenworthy in the amount of $3,105.00, located within the Urban Renewal area. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). WORKSHOP MEETING DATE: Mr. Wilkins moved that Executive Session for the purpose of reviewing City Manager applications be held on September 23, 1975, and regular Workshop Meeting be held on September 30, 1975. Seconded by Mrs. Sargent. Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: CALL FOR BIDS - NEW POLICE CAR: Mr. Adams moved that the Acting City Manager be authorized to call for bids for a new Police car to replace one damaged in accident. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). AGREEMENT - MID COLUMBIA LIBRARY: Mr. Tidrick moved that the City of Pasco request Mid Columbia Regional Library Board of Directors to delay action on the new contract until after the new City Manager has arrived for duty. Seconded by Mr. Schor. Motion carried. WATER MAIN EXTENSION OUTSIDE CITY: Mr. Wilkins moved to approve water main ex- Rhine, Ind. tension outside the City. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried by roll call 46,200 vote of six (6). (John R. Glover, Realadyne). 33,857 No Bid Hyco, Inc. 60,000 No Bid Dore Wrecking Co. CBD SITE DEMOLITION: Bids were opened on September 15, 1975 for site demolition in the CBD area. They were as follows: RTr)nFR #1 #2 Larson & Son's Wrecking 33,340 ** 7,520 Rhine, Ind. 45,850 No Bid Atlas Building Wreckers 46,200 2,230 Center Dozing, Inc. 33,857 No Bid Hyco, Inc. 60,000 No Bid Dore Wrecking Co. 60,708 7,633 Keeco, Inc. 134,630 10,000 ENGINEERING ESTIMATE 49,800 10,000 ** Staff Recommendation Mr. Schor moved that recommendation of the staff be .accepted and bid be awarded to Larson & Son's Wrecking in the amounts of $33,340 and $7,520 respectively. Seconded by Mr. Tidrick. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). Councilman Tidrick wanted the record to show that Mr. Larson was low bidder. REFERENDUM 27 WATER GRANT: Mr. Adams moved that the City Engineer be authorized to file application for Referendum 27 funds. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. (Discussion) Mr. Ajax reported that the City Council had already approved a water main extension on James Street and interest has now been generated to extend water parallel to the Spokane Highway. The City of Pasco is eligible for Referendum 27 funds and it is an attempt to make dollars go further. If the entire area were improved, it would cost approximately $380,000. Funding is requested for 40% of the entire project or a net cost to the City of $125,000. Mr. Ajax further reiterated that this type of action would not cause rate increase.and we had the option of declining if we did not receive 40% as requested. Main motion carried by roll call vote of five (5). Councilman Tidrick voting no. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M. II September 16, 1975 DONALD D. LINTON, MAYOR ATTEST: LEO E. OLNEY, DIRE OR OF FINANCE A EX -OFFICIO CITY CLERK PASSED and APPROVED this ay of 1975. II II