HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015.08.03 Council Minutes MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 3, 2015
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Matt Watkins, Mayor.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers present: Rebecca Francik, Mike Garrison, Robert Hoffmann,
Tom Larsen, Matt Watkins and Al Yenney. Excused: Saul Martinez.
Staff present: Dave Zabell, City Manager; Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager;
Leland Kerr, City Attorney; Richard Terway, Administrative & Community
Services Director; Rick White, Community & Economic Development
Director; Ahmad Qayoumi, Public Works Director and Bob Metzger, Police
Chief.
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Approval of Minutes
To approve the Minutes of the Pasco City Council Meeting dated July 20, 2015.
Bills and Communications
To approve claims in the total amount of $2,849,516.27 ($1,185,871.82 in
Check Nos. 205088-205303; $1,003,173.02 in Electronic Transfer Nos.
806349-806513, 806516-806531, 806533-806534, 806538-806573, 806578-
806820; $63,344.52 in Check Nos. 48303-48379; $595,126.91 in Electronic
Transfer Nos. 30084128-30084625; $2,000.00 in Electronic Transfer No. 166).
Accept 2015 Crack Seal
To approve Resolution No. 3649, accepting the work performed by Stripe Rite,
Inc.,under contract for the 2015 Crack Seal project.
STREET VACATION: A Portion of West Washington Street (MF# VAC
2015-011)
To approve Resolution No. 3650, setting 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 8,
2015, as the time and date to conduct a public hearing to consider vacating a
portion of West Washington Street.
MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to approve the Consent Agenda as read. Mr.
Garrison seconded. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote.
PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Mayor Watkins presented Certificates of Appreciation for July 2015 "Yard of
the Month" and"Business Appearance of the Month" to:
•Edgar&Maria Rendon, 947 W. Ruby Street
•Angel&Maria Taboada, 4212 W. Brown Place
•Karl &Linda Lewis, 4418 St. Paul Court
•Richard & Carla Dowd, 8707 Oliver Drive
•Cousin's Restaurant,4605 Road 68
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Mayor Watkins presented a Proclamation to Bob Metzger, Chief of Police,
declaring August 4, 2015 "National Night Out."
VISITORS-OTHER THAN AGENDA ITEMS:
Brian Stark, 3715 S. Date St., Kennewick, invited all to attend the Convoy of
Hope event on August 22 in Columbia Park.
Jennifer Dorsett, 7609 Pheasant Lane, inquired about the marijuana store that
recently opened in Pasco. Staff reported enforcement action has been initiated.
Michelle Andres, 1421 Road 77,noted marijuana and nicotine are mental health
issues.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS:
Mayor Watkins reported on the Water Follies events.
Mr. Yenney noted the primary ballot deadline is Tuesday.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS:
Peanuts Park/Farmer's Market Area Smoking Ban
Council and staff discussed the details of the proposed Ordinance.
MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4232, amending
Section 9.48.245 "Smoking at or near Park Shelters, Playgrounds and Pools
Prohibited" and, further, authorize publication by summary only. Mr. Yenney
seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
Franklin PUD Solar Project(MF# SP 2015-006)
Mr. Kerr explained Council's role in Quasi-Judicial matters.
MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to approve Resolution No. 3651, approving the
special permit for the location of a community solar system at 1411 W. Clark
Street, as recommended by the Planning Commission. Mr. Garrison seconded.
Council and staff discussed the details of the record.
MOTION: Mr. Larsen moved this item be studied further. There was no
second.
Original Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: --
Meeting with Pasco Public Facilities District
Council and staff discussed the issue.
MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to appoint Mayor Watkins, Ms. Francik and
Mr. Martinez to meet with Pasco Public Facilities District concerning the
PPFD's future role. Mr. Garrison seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
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NEW BUSINESS:
Multi-Agency Three Rivers Information & Communicaton Services
(MATRICS)Interlocal Agreement
Council and staff discussed the details of the proposed agreement.
MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to approve the Interlocal Agreement for the
creation of the Multi-Agency Three Rivers Information & Communication
Services (MATRICS) with the cities of Richland and Kennewick, and Benton
and Franklin Counties. Mr. Garrison seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
Award Primary Clarifier Upgrade
Council and staff discussed the details of the proposed project.
MOTION: Ms. Francik moved to award the low bid for the Primary Clarifier
Upgrade project to Clearwater Construction & Management, LLC in the
amount of $4,634,287.80, and further, authorize the City Manager to execute
the contract documents. Mr. Garrison seconded. Motion carried by unanimous
Roll Call vote.
MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION:
Mr. Qayoumi presented an update on the Interchange Feasibility Study for
Road 68.
Mr. Yenney noted the history of the naming of Peanuts Park and suggested that
it should be considered for incorporation in park improvement plans.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Council adjourned to Executive Session at 8:10 p.m. for approximately 30
minutes to discuss enforcement action and collective bargaining strategies and
proposals with the City Manager, Deputy City Manager and City Attorney.
Mayor Watkins called the meeting back to order at 8:35 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business,the meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
APPROVED:- ATTEST:
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Matt Watkins,Mayr De ra lark,City Clerk
PASSED and APPROVED this 17th day of August, 2015
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