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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-06-1979 MinutesMINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER: AUGUST 6, 1979 Meeting called to order at 8:00 P.M. by the Honorable Chet Bailie, Mayor. ROLL CALL: By City Clerk. Councilmen present were: S.K. Adams, J.C. Bailie, Charles Grigg, E.A. Snider and Bill Wilkins. Councilmen Schmidt and Clark were absent from the meeting (excused). Also present were: Webster Jackson, Acting City Manager (Manager on vacation); Dennis De Felice, City Attorney; Tom Criscola, Director of Finance; James Ajax, Director of Community Development; Paul Whitemarsh, Recreation Director; Mike Vandiver, Chief of Police; Roger Nelson, Assistant Fire Chief; Ted Johnson, Assistant City Engineer and Gary Crutchfield, City Planner. CONSENT AGENDA: Mr. Snider moved that Consent Agenda be approved. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5). Consent items are as follows: a) Approval of Minutes. Minutes of regular meeting, held .July 16, 1979. Minutes of special meeting, held July 23, 1979. b) Bills. To approve General Claims in the amount of $394,243.08; claim warrant nos. 20427 through 20629. To approve Payroll Claims in the amount of $217,097.79; payroll warrant nos. 26043 through 26056. c) Resolution No. 1271: A Resolution authorizing applications for funding assistance for an Outdoor Recreation Project to the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation as provided by the Marine Recreation Land Act. d) Resolution No. 1272: A Resolution expressing the City Council's interest in levee beautification. e) Resolution No. 1273: A Resolution regarding the Franklin County One -Year Special Levy for construction of a Senior Citizen's Center. f) Resolution No. 1274: A Resolution approving the Six -Year Capital Improvement Program for the Pasco Park Planning Area. g) Request for Sub -Miniature Tank Gunnery Range. That the request by the National Guard to construct and maintain a sub -miniature tank gunnery range be approved, as set forth in the proposal and study which accompanied Col. Richard N. Owen's letter of June 20, 1979. h) Criminal Cases Involving Employees of the Liberty Theater and the Owner of the Liberty Theater. To authorize the City Attorney to dismiss pending criminal charges relating to violations of the City's obscenity law and business license code pending against employees of and the owner of the Liberty Theater. REGULAR)ORDERO)OF BUSINESS TRANSPOSED IN ORDER TO MAKE PRESENTATION BY THE PASCO POLICE DEPARTMENT: Chief Mike Vandiver presented commendation to Officer Terry Trulson of the Pasco Police Department for service above and beyond his regular responsibilities, in convincing a potential suicide not to take his life on the new cable bridge. He read a personal commendation from himself and Lt. Smathers. Chief Vandiver presented "Sergeant Stripes" to Michael Dickinson and congratulations were conveyed .to Sgt. Dickinson on behalf of Council and Police Department. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING PUBLIC HEARINGS: AUGUST 6, 1979 MAYOR BAILIE DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING PUBLIC INPUT ON THE IMPOSITION OF AN EXCISE TAX ON ALL HOUSEHOLDS, BUSINESSES AND INDUSTRIES IN THE CITY OF PASCO FOR THE PROVISION OF AMBULANCE SERVICE: It was noted that the Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were written communications received from the following: Doris Schauf; Wilbur Miller, and Mrs. Katherine Norton. Mr. Tom Criscola, Director of Finance, cited deficiencies in our present system. He related that ambulance service is being subsidized by the General Fund in the approximate amount of $46,000 per year. Considering the volume of ambulance runs, the time consuming process for billing Welfare and Medicare patients and all the other demands of the Finance Department, the present City staff did not have the ability to properly discipline ambulance payments. Councilman Snider asked if this could have an effect on our Fire rating. The Assistant Fire Chief stated it could if we decreased our firefighting strength. Further, their calls were 3 to 1 for ambulance assistance. Mr. Vern Schuelein expressed concern that if you offered a free service, it would be abused. Staff replied that it would be limited to emergency service. Councilman Wilkins favored Household Tax of $1.50, with the extra revenue going towards acquiring two (2) extra firemen. Mrs. Floyd Bruner opposed Household Tax because people on limited incomes cduldn't keep,up with present inflation and live within their means. Mrs. Mary Simonton opposed Household Tax because people on limited incomes were now taxed to the'limit. Mr. Wilbur Miller commended the Council for not accepting pay increases and urged them to use the same philosophy as far as increased taxes. Mr. Ed Hendler' asked what percentage of -calls are from elderly citizens. The reply was over 60%. Councilman Snider defended proposed tax as cheap insurance and designed to help the elderly on limited incomes rather than burden them. Councilman Wilkins concurred with this logic. 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 FOR THE PURPOSE OF REZONING LOTS 1 THROUGH 6, BLOCK 102, NP PLAT OF PASCO FROM I-1 to I-2: It was noted that the Hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no written communications. Councilman Snider had no reservations about zone change as long as Mr. Reeder owned the property; however, he had concerns over usage should he ever sell it. Mr. Reeder responded that he bought the land from the City originally and they put the zone on it. He was receptive to whatever regulations the City might impose. Mr. Gary Crutchfield suggested that a Concomitant Agreement be drawn up for Mr. Reeder's signature encompassing the Council's concerns. Mr. Reeder was receptive to signing. Following three (3) calls from Mayor Bailie for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the Public Hearing was declared closed. 1 1 MINUTES PASCO. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING PUBLIC HEARINGS - Continued: AUGUST 6, 1979 MAYOR BAILIE DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO SOLICIT INPUT REGARDING PROPOSED ZONING REGULATION -FOR THE BURD ANNEXATION, INCLUDING THE AREA LYING.APPROXIMATELY 155 FEET SOUTH OF HOPKINS STREET, APPROXIMATELY 450 FEET EAST OF ROAD 36, AND ADJACENT TO THE COLUMBIA RIVER. It was noted that the hearing had been duly published and posted. There were no written communications submitted. Mr. Gary Crutchfield outlined area on map for the council's perusal. Mr. Snider moved to fix 8:00 P.M., Monday, September 10, 1979 in the Council Chambers at. City Hall as the time and place for the final public hearing on the proposed zoning regulation for the Burd annexation proposal. Seconded by Mr. Grigg. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5). MAYOR BAILIE DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO SOLICIT INPUT REGARDING THE PROPOSED ZONING REGULATION FOR THE THOMAS ANNEXATION, INCLUDING THE AREA GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS THAT AREA OF UNINCORPORATED LAND LYING NORTH OF WERNETT ROAD, EAST OF ROAD -36 AND WEST OF A POINT APPROXIMATELY 700 FEET EAST OF ROAD 28, ALL CONTIGUOUS TO THE CITY OF PASCO ON THE NORTH AND EAST. It was noted that the hearing had been duly published and p6sted. There were no written communications submitted. Mr. Gary Crutchfield outlined area on map for the council's perusal. Mr. Snider moved to fix 8:00 P.M., Monday, September 10, 1979 in the Council Chambers at City Hall as the time and place for the final public hearing on the.proposed zoning regulation for the Thomas Annexation Proposal. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5). MAYOR BAILIE DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN ON PORT MARINE TERMINAL L.I.D. It was noted that the Hearing had been duly published and posted. Mr. James Ajax described area as beginning at the intersection of 9th Avenue and "C" Street, then along 9th Avenue to the intersection of vacated River Street, then easterly along vacated River Street to its approximate intersection with 5th Avenue, then northerly along 5th Avenue to its intersection with Ainsworth Street, then westerly along Ainsworth Street to its intersection with 7th Lane, then northerly along 7th Lane to its intersection with "C" Street. Mr. Ajax introduced Mr. A.D. Stanley, consulting engineer for proposed L.I.D. Mr. Stanley, in turn, gave a brief disertation on water statistics in the area ranging: in, pressure flow from 8" line on down to 2" line. Mr. Ajax reiterated to the council that the Port would be paying for approximately 85% of the L.I.D. with the remainder split between the City and adjacent property owners. Briefly, the City would be agreeable to: 1. Paying the cost of the line on 7th Avenue ("C" Street to Ainsworth), estimated cost $10,500; 2. Paying half the cost (for north side of street) of the line on Ainsworth (7th Avenue to 5th Avenue), estimated cost to City $16,500; 3. Paying half the cost of the line on 9th Avenue (Ainsworth to Washington) providing that the line is 20 -inch diameter - basis of participation is that line will serve as a portion of future interconnect with Kennewick, estimated cost to City $13,000; 4. The City will waive any and all connection fees to existing water lines in the Marine Terminal Area, estimated minimum value of waiver $40,000. Mr. Ardell Curtis, owner of several parcels in proposed L.I.D., stated he didn't see any benefit to his property at all because he had a sufficient line. Further, if we were installing a sewer line, he could derive some benefit and would support it. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING PUBLIC HEARING - Continued: AUGUST 6, 1979 Mr. John Beck voiced his objection as he felt it was the Port's obligation to take care of their own needs and not subject adjacent property owners to part of the expense. He stated that they, too, are a public body within the State. Mr. Bryce Hall, Port Commissioner, concurred that the Port did not realize they had deficiencies until an inspection by City Fire Marshall revealed it. He was appreciative of knowing this before the Port experienced any type of disaster such as a terminal fire. He felt adjoining property owners did derive a benefit in the form of increased water pressure and that the Port should not have to absorb all the cost as they were already paying 85%. Mrs. Ginger Marble reminded the council that they had fireplugs in their vicinity and did not experience any problem with water pressure. Councilman Grigg stated he favored the project but had reservations about the assessment method. Following three (3) calls from Mayor Bailie for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. RECESS: 10:15 P.M. RECONVENED: 10:20 P.M. ORDINANCES: ORDINANCE NO. 2078: AN ORDINANCE IMPOSING AN EXCISE TAX ON ALL HOUSEHOLDS, BUSINESSES, AND INDUSTRIES IN THE CITY OF PASCO FOR THE PROVISION OF AMBULANCE SERVICE. Ordinance No. 2078 was read by title only. Mr. Snider moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2078, and establishing the Excise Tax Rate of $1.20 per month. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Mr. Adams moved to amend Ordinance by setting rate of $1.00 per month. Motion died for lack of a second. Main motion carried by roll call vote of four (4). Councilman Adams voting no. ORDINANCE NO. 2079: AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE REAPPROPRIATION OF FUNDS NOW CONTAINED IN THE WATER/SEWER FUND TO THE LOCAL IMPROVEMENT FUND, DISTRICT NO. 105, FOR INTERIM FINANCING WITH PROVISION FOR REPAYMENT. Ordinance No. 2079 was read by title only. Mr. Snider moved that Ordinance No. 2079 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5) . ORDINANCE NO. 2080: AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF WATER MAINS, TOGETHER WITH APPURTENANCES, TO SERVE THE VICINITY OF THE MARINE TERMINAL OF THE PORT OF PASCO, SUCH WORK TO BE CONSTRUCTED TO CITY STANDARDS BY FURNISHING ALL EQUIPMENT, MATERIAL, LABOR AND INCIDENTALS TO ACCOMPLISH A COMPLETED PROJECT, ALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION NO. 1267 OF THE CITY COUNCIL; ESTABLISHING LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 106; PROVIDING THAT PAYMENT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT BE MADE BY SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS UPON THE PROPERTY IN THE DISTRICT, PAYABLE BY THE MODE OF "PAYMENT BY BONDS"; AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BONDS. Ordinance No. 2080 was read by title only. Mr. Snider moved to REJECT Ordinance No. 2080. Seconded by Mr. Wilkins. Motion FAILED by the following roll call vote: YES: Wilkins and Snider. r1O: Adams, Bailie, Grigg. Councilman Grigg favored proceeding with the project and work out an equitable solution. Mr. Grigg moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2080. Seconded by Mr. Adams. (Discussion) MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING ORDINANCES - Continued: AUGUST 6, 1979 Councilman Snider again reiterated his argument that he was opposed to proceeding on any basis until everyone knew exactly what they were paying and where they stood. Further, that all property owners in proposed L.I.D. would be included in any meetings held pertaining to the L.I.D. He definitely felt people should no.t..have a tax placed on them when they have no say in the matter. The City Attorney stated that if Mr. Grigg were to withdraw his motion with the concurrence of his second, he could move to reopen the hearing and continue to a: designated date in order eliminate starting all over with new notices, Resolution of Intent, etc. Councilman Grigg withdrew his motion with concurrence of his second, Mr. Adams. Mr. Grigg stated he would move to reopen the hearing and continue to the next regular council meeting. Motion died for lack of a second. (Confusion arose as to a suitable date due to the fact that the Port Commissioners would be unavailable) Mr. James -Ajax favored passage of the Ordinance as they were merely creating the District and at the Final Hearing, the Council had the authority to raise, lower or revise any of the assessments. He felt the properties were benefitted and the council could determine to what extent; however, time was of the essence with the oncoming of colder weather to get water and street improvements made. Mr. Snider strongly voiced his opposition to the passage of any Ordinance until everything had been worked out to the satisfaction of everyone. If ib meant starting all over again, then it whould be that way. Mr. Grigg moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2080. Motion died for lack of a second. RESOLUTIONS: RESOLUTION NO. 1275: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PASCO EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF THE CITY AND ITS CITIZENS TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY FOR CONDUCTING A TOUR OF THE HANFORD RESERVATION AND PROVIDING VITAL INFORMATION TO LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS. Resolution No. 1275 was read by title only. Mr. Snider moved that Resolution No. 1275 be adopted. Seconded by Mr. Grigg. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5) . NEW BUSINESS: DATA PROCESSING FEASIBILITY STUDY. Mr. Snider moved to authorize staff to put out to bid specifications for the long term lease of computer hardware and software. Seconded by Mr. Grigg. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5). MAINTENANCE OF CITY PROPERTY ON LEWIS STREET NEAR KEPR-TV: Mr. Paul Whitem&rsh gave status report on area in question and stated the Parks Department would be mowing it. Councilman Grigg asked for a written report at the next meeting. Councilman Grigg called attention to tumbleweeds on approach to Cityview Cemetery and asked that corrective measures be taken. Staff will comply. SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL - GENERAL DISCUSSION: SET DATES OF PUBLIC HEARINGS, ZONE CHANGES: Mr. Snider moved that a public hearing be held at 8:00 P.M., August 20, 1979 to receive citizen input on John Clark, SRO and Marquez Brothers zone change requests. Seconded by Mr. Grigg. Motion carried by roll call vote of five (5). ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 11:20 P.M. o - ^z J.C. "Chet" Bailie, Mayor ATEST: PASSED and APPROVED this C o day oz /f / Eye yn W is r City Clerk 9