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PASCO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER:
APRIL 17, 1978
Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by the Honorable J.C. Bailie, Mayor.
ROLL CALL:
By Deputy City Clerk. Councilmen present were: S.K. Adams, J.C. Bailie,
Charles Grigg, Ira Schmidt, David Sheeley, E.A. Snider and Bill Wilkins. Also
present were: Leland Kraft, City Manager; Patrick Roach, Acting City Attorney;
James Somborovich, Acting Finance Director; James Ajax, City Engineer; Webster
Jackson, EEO Officer; Richard Erickson, Director of Parks & Recreation and Ted
Johnson, Assistant City Engineer.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Mr. Sheeley moved that Consent Agenda be approved. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Consent
items are as follows:
a) Approval of Minutes. Minutes of regular and reconvened meetings, held
April 3rd and 10th respectively.
b) Bills and Communications. Approve General Claims in the amount of $130,554.25, I
Claim Warrant Nos. 14576 through 14686.
c) Award of Bid - E. Pasco Neighborhood Facility Gym Floor. Awarded bid to
low bidder, B & R Hardwood Floor, Inc., in the amount of $17,980.51 for the
East Pasco Neighborhood Facility Gymnasium Floor.
d) Landscaping - E. Pasco Neighborhood Facility. To authorize staff to solicit
bids for the plant material phase of the landscaping project at the East
Pasco Neighborhood Facility.
e) Waiver of Admission Tax - Annual Fly-in/Air Show. To waive the admission
tax on July 28 and 29, 1978, to the Annual Fly -In Air Show at the Pasco
Airport.
• f) Authorization to Call for Bids - Wernett Street Waterline, Rd. 36 - 40.
To authorize staff to call for bids .
g) Authorization to Call for Bids - LID north of Court Street. To authorize
staff to call for bids.
MAYOR BAILIE TRANSPOSED REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS IN ORDER TO HEAR CRAIG McMICKEN,
MUNICIPAL CONSULTANT FOR FOSTER & MARSHALL:
Mr. McMicken gave the following presentation:
"For the legally issued bonds described as L.I.D. No. 97, dated May 1, 1978,
we offer to purchase all of said bonds. We will pay you par for bonds delivered
at Seattle, Washington and accrued interest from the date of the bonds to the
date of delivery. These bonds are to bear an interest coupon rate of 6 3/8%
per annum and be in $5,000 denominations except for Bond No. 1 which will be
in the denomination of $6,596.23. The bonds are to bear a maturity date of
May 1, 1990. These bonds are subject to the unqualified approving opinion
of Roberts, Shefelman, Lawrence, Gay & Moch, bond counsel, as the expense
of the City."
In summation, Mr. McMicken stated if the Council concurs, it will be a committment
for Foster & Marshall to proceed. (This item coming up under "New Business.")
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
MAYOR BAILIE DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO CONSIDER REZONING LOTS 16-20,
KELLY'S ADDITION, FROM R-1 to R-3:
It was reported that the hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no
adverse communications. Mr. Ajax acknowledged petition, signed by approximately 20
adjacent property owners, stating their objection to "High -Rise" type of apartment
dwelling, but they would not object to single story office complex.
Mr. Snider asked if the City had looked into the possibility of Contract Zoning?
Staff replied affirmative. Mr. Snider continued by expressing concern that once a
property is rezoned, it is zoned for anything allowable in that zone.
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Mr. Sheeley asked if protective covenants would restrict height of building. The
City Attorney replied affirmative.
Mr. Grigg stated that we could get a copy of Contract Zoning Ordinance from the
Association of Washington Cities as a guideline. Staff replied that we had such an
Ordinance drafted, but it had not been presented yet.-
Mr.
et. Mr. James O'Conner, developer, stated he got a zone change about four years ago and
later sold to Thomas Realty. They went out of business so he, now, has property back
and is again requesting a zone change to build a Spanish -type, red -tiled roofed office
building. He is proposing parking space for 50 cars and already has two tenants lined
up for occupancy and is negotiating with two others. He expressed his willingness to
sign any kind of document which would guarantee that he was going to build a single
story office building. The council conveyed their appreciation to Mr. O'Conner and
asked if a one week's delay would hinder any progress for him. He stated it would not.
Staff was directed to present a Contract Zoning Ordinance for approval at a reconvened
meeting, to be held April 24, 1978.
Following three (3) calls from Mayor Bailie for further comments from the floor,
either for or against, the Public Hearing was declared closed.
MAYOR BAILIE DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN ON BLANTON HEIGHTS VACATION, MORE
COMMONLY KNOWN AS LOTS 1 THROUGH 23 INCLUSIVE; LOTS 26 THROUGH 58 INCLUSIVE; LOTS
94 THROUGH 96 INCLUSIVE AND LOT 93, EXCEPT SOUTHERLY 115.69 FEET THEREOF, AND LOT
59, EXCEPT THAT PORTION DESCRIBED IN PUBLIC NOTICE:
It was reported that the Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no
adverse communications.
Mr. Ajax showed area on map for benefit of councilmen.
Following three (3) calls from Mayor Bailie for further comments from the floors
either for or against, the Public Hearing was declared closed.
VISITORS:
There were no visitors wishing to address the council at this time.
ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE NO. 1954:
a.� AN ORDINANCE VACATING PLAT OF BLANTON HEIGHTS EXCEPT FOR THE EAST
30 FEET OF SECTION 14 OF THE PLAT WHICH EXISTS AS PUBLIC RIGHT OF
WAY AND IS COMMONLY KNOWN AS ROAD •36.
Ordinance No. 1954 was read by title only. Mr. Sheeley moved that Ordinance No. 1954
be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Schmidt. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
(Mr. Grigg asked that a small map be attached to Ordinances of this type so that they
might know where general area is).
ORDINANCE NO. 1955:
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ELECTION OF COUNCILMEN AND AMENDING SECTION
1.10.070 OF THE PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE.
Ordinance No. 1955 was read by title only. Mr. Snider moved that Ordinance No. 1955
be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Sheeley.
Mr. Adams moved to table Ordinance No. 1955. Seconded by Mr. Schmidt. Motion carried
by roll call vote of five (5). Councilmen Sheeley and Snider voting no.
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REGULAR MEETING
RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION NO. 1159:
A RESOLUTION REGARDING THE ELECTION OF MAYOR.
APRIL 17, 1978
Resolution No. 1159 was read by title only. Mr. Sheeley moved that Resolution No.
1159 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion FAILED by the following roll
call vote: NO: Adams, Bailie, Schmidt & Wilkins. YES: Sheeley, Snider, Grigg.
RESOLUTION NO. 1160:
A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR AND THE CITY TREASURER OF
THE CITY OF PASCO TO TAKE ALL PROPER STEPS TO CANCEL WARRANTS NOT
PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT WITHIN ONE YEAR OF ISSUE, AS LISTED IN THIS
RESOLUTION.
Resolution No. 1160 was read by title only. Mr. Sheeley moved that Resolution No.
1160 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion carried by roll call vote of
seven (7).
RESOLUTION NO. 1161:
A RESOLUTION REGARDING NAMING THE NEW BRIDGE THE ED HENDLER
INTER -CITY BRIDGE.
Resolution No. 1161 was read by title only. Mr. Grigg moved that Resolution No.
1161 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins.
Mrs. Virginia Devine felt the greatest tribute that could be bestowed on Mr. Hendler
would be to let him name the bridge himself.
Mayor Bailie felt that a lot of tax dollars had gone into this bridge; therefore,
the public should be .the ones naming it.
Frank Thomsen, Manager of Chamber of Commerce, stated the public had had ten years
to voice their opinion and urged the council to "take the bit in your teeth and go,'
and go with what you got.
Glen Stroud, owner of Northside Auto, strongly endorsed proposed Resolution and
encouraged the council to give Mr. Hendler credit for what he deserves.
Howard McGee, disagreed by stating that no individual's name, dead or alive,
should be attached to the bridge and recommended calling it Twin City Bridge.
Mr. Wilkins supported Mr. Hendler by stating you always knew where Ed stood and
what he had done; therefore, he was worthy of recognition and a lot of people felt
that way.
Ruth Hunt reiterated -that Ed Hendler should be honored - if it weren't for his
efforts, we wouldn't have a bridge.
Main motion carried by a roll call vote of four (4). Councilmen Sheeley, Snider and
Bailie voting no.
RESOLUTION NO. 1162:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PASCO TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH BURLINGTON NORTHERN, INC. TO PROCEED WITH REPLACING AND/OR
INSTALLING GRADE CROSSING WARNING DEVICES AT THE "A" STREET RAILROAD
CROSSING IN THE VICINITY OF FIRST AVENUE IN THE CITY OF PASCO.
Resolution No. 1162 was read by title only. Mr. Sheeley moved that Resolution No.
1162 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of
seven (7).
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RESOLUTIONS - Continued:
APRIL 17, 1978
RESOLUTION NO. 1163:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PASCO TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
PURPOSE OF ALLOWING THE CITY OF PASCO TO LOCALLY ADVERTISE AND AWARD
CONTRACTS INVOLVING FEDERAL HIGHWAY MONIES.
Resolution No. 1163 was read by title only. Mr. Sheeley moved that Resolution No.
1163 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Adams. Motion carried by roll call vote of
seven (7).
RESOLUTION NO. 1164:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PROPER OFFICIALS OF THE CITY OF PASCO TO
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BOSCH DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, SUNLAND INVESTMENTS,
INC., NORTHWEST DEVELOPERS, INC., AND RAY BURDEN FOR THE PURPOSE OF
CONSTRUCTING A SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM.
Resolution No. 1164 was read by title only. Mr. Sheeley moved that Resolution No.
1164 be adopted, contingent upon proper execution by the requesting party. Seconded
by Mr. Schmidt. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
—RES-OLUTION NO. 1165:...
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PROPER OFFICIALS OF THE CITY OF PASCO TO
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BOSCH DEVELOPMENT COMPANY AND NORTHWEST
DEVELOPERS, INC., FOR THE CONSTRUCTING AND BUILDING OF A WATER BOOSTER
STATION.
Resolution No. 1165 was -read by title only. Mr. Sheeley moved that Resolution -Nov....,
1165 be adopted, contingent upon proper execution by the requesting party. Seconded
by Mr. Grigg. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
APPROVAL OF FINAL PLAT - DESERT PLATEAU NO.l: Mr. Sheeley moved to approve Final
Plat of Desert Plateau No. l.and authorize the Mayor to sign such subject to receipt
of required pre -requisite documents. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion carried by
roll call vote of seven (7).
AUTHORIZATION OF ED HENDLER, CHAIRMAN OF INTER -CITY BRIDGE COMMITTEE, TO SEEK
FEASIBLE MEANS AND WAYS FOR A PASCO PUBLIC PIER:
Mr. Grigg moved to authorize Ed Hendler, Chairman of the Inter -City Bridge
Committee, to seek feasible means and ways for a Pasco Public Pier, and to authorize
him to seek ways and means to.construct said Pier on portions of the Old Inter -City
Bridge, provided that it is understood that any expense incurred in conjunction with
the above will be handled on the same basis and in conjunction with his functions as
Inter -City Bridge Chairman. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins.
Mr. Snider moved to table proposal for further study. Seconded by Mr. Sheeley.
Tabling motion FAILED by a roll call vote of four (4). Councilmen Sheeley, Snider
and Wilkins voting yes.
Mr. Snider felt he needed more information because the City had spent 1/2 of gas
tax money and spent councilmanic bonds; therefore, we shouldn't be seeking new
projects but how we are going to pay.for the bridge.
Mr. Grigg felt we were shortsighted by not investigating full potential. Further,
it would definitely enhance our community and anytime we can get a person to work
for us at $10 and $40 per day, that is cheap.
Mr. Sheeley stated he was tired of reading everything in the news media before the
Council was aware of it and he felt he had a right, as councilman, to get information
first hand.
Mr. Adams interjected by stating he was willing to listen to any comments, but he
wanted personalities left out.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS - Continued:
APRIL 17, 1978
Mr. Grigg moved to amend original motion by requiring Mr. Hendler to make a
verbal or written report at every regular meeting and limiting him to fifteen
(15) days out and fifteen (15) days in. Seconded by Mr. Sheeley.
(At this time, Mr. Hendler came into the meeting room)
Mr. Sheeley asked
Mr. Hendler if he had
a problem with regular reporting to the
City Council. Mr.
Hendler answered affirmative
as he worked With Inter -City
Bridge Committee,
minutes were kept and
distributed to the Council, and this
would be repetitious.
Mr. Sheeley then
asked Mr. Hendler if he had a problem
with limitation?
Mr. Hendler replied,
"no problem, don't pay me anything -
over the last ten
years, you have paid
me approximately $20,000 and I have
spent $40,000."
Mr. Hendler then reiterated history of bridge from initial bond issue to present
day problem. He added that Pasco has done nothing for development on this side
of the river and encouraged them to look ahead. He disagreed with previous allegation
of 5 -minute contracts being "run through" for action. He recalled one incident
that came up unexpectedly which was no one in particular's fault, but stated it was
one of those "either we do or we don't" issues.
Mr. Snider again reiterated that he felt this was no time to take on additional
expenses because of the financial .burden the City was in.
Mr. Sheeley commended Mr. Hendler for work he has done but he still felt he had
a right to know what was going on before the news media received it. To this, Mr.
Hendler commented that meetings of the Inter -City Bridge Committee were open to the
public with the press in attendance. There was no way he could get results of
meeting to the Council before the news media could get it out.
Mr. Adams suggested that progress of fishing pier be given at each Inter -City
Bridge Meeting.
Amendment CARRIED by roll call vote of five. Councilmen Adams & Bailie voting no.
Main motion, as amended, carried by roll call vote of six (6). Mr. Snider voting no.
APPOINTMENT - BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT: Mr. Sheeley moved to appoint GARY CLARK to the
Board of Adjustment, replacing Mr. Donald Fleming's five-year term, to a term
expiring on November 19, 1981. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
ISSUANCE OF L.I.D. NO. 97 BONDS: Mr. Sheeley moved to authorize Foster and Marshall
to proceed with necessary steps for sale of L.I.D. No. 97 bonds. Seconded by Mr.
Snider. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7).
,,SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL - GENERAL DISCUSSION:
Mr. Schmidt reported that residents of 16th & 17th Avenues, between Agate & Pearl,
would like their alleys improved under proposed L.I.D. No. 98. This item to be
placed on Workshop Agenda.
Mr. Schmidt stated he had been asked to report dust conditions near King City.
Staff replied this was a responsibility of property owner.
Mr. Grigg asked that bidder's list be included in agenda packets so that council-
men could see that every effort had been made to secure good bids.
Mr. Grigg asked that Resolution No. 1159, Election of Mayor, be placed on Workshop
Agenda.
Mr. Kraft publicly commended Mr. Smith for helping him make the transition as orderly
as possible.
ADJOURNMENT: Meeting recessed until Monday, April 24, 1978.
J.C. Chet Bailie, Mayor
AT
E 1�, Dep. City Clerk PASSED and APPROVED this, day of, 197E