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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-09-1980 MinutesMIINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING CALL TO ORDER.: JUNE 9, 1980 Meetinn called to order at R:MI P.M. by Mayor Pro Tem, E.A. Snider. ROLL CALL: By Clerk's Representative. Councilmen nresent were: S.K. Adams, J.C. Bailie, Reverly Green, Charles Grinn, Ira Schmidt, E.F. Snider and Bill Wilkins. Also present were: Leland F. Kraft, City Manager; Dennis De Felice, City Attorney; Tom Criscola, Director of Finance.. James Ajax, City Ennineer, Webster Jackson, Administrative Assistant and John Hastin, Assistant City Engineer. PUBLIC HEARING: MAYOR PRO TEM SNIDER DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN ON PROPOSED WEST OF 20TH AVENUE L.I.D. (Minutes in brief form, tape on file for permanent record) It was noted that the hearing had been duly published and posted. There were written Protests received from the following: Church of God Parcel #105 Mary E. Johnston Parcel #48 Mrs. Robert LaDow Parcel #94, #96 Ms. Tess Soderquist Mr. & Mrs. Billy Kerslake Mr. Carl Hammel Parcel #82 Mr. John Vails Mr. & Mrs. Jack Trimble Parcel #89 TOTAL PROTESTS: Mr. Earl Louderback 12.86% Ms. Katherine Hettinger Parcel #108 Ms. Mary Lende Mrs. Grace Richardson Parcel 14,100 Mrs. Betty Blakely Parcel #130 Mr. e. Mrs. Vernon Baie Parcel #5 Mr. @t Mrs. Randi Normandin Parcel #22 Mr. ,� Mrs. Timothy Norton Parcel #67 Mr. Robert Palmquist Parcel #121 Mr. & Mrs. A.W. O'Shea Parcels #112 through 118 Mr. James Ajax gave a brief statement on background of proposed L.I.C. In 1979, the City received a petition for the imnrovement of Road 22 and Henry Streets between 2.0th Avenue and Road 22. At that time, it was not possible to proceed with the project due to manpower. This spring, several meetings were held with property owners and the first meeting showed a substantial majority avainst the project; however, the second meeting shored a majority favoring the project. Since development is down due to unemployment and high interest rates, he felt the City would receive a more favorable bid, which in turn, would benefit the affected property owners. He then introduced Mr. Bill Hubertze of R.R. Jump Consultants. Mr. Hubertze explained that this L.I.D. will consist of three basic types of improvements; sanitary sewer, domestic water and street, curb, gutter and sidewalk. He pointed out that there were 146 parcels of property being assessed and the total roll amounted to $1,655,610.00. They used the zone and termini method of assessment. Those parcels with existing curb and sidewalk were given credit and not assessed for additional imorovements where the existing improvements could be used in the project. Domestic water main and sanitary sewer main were assessed against those properties proposed to be served by water and sewer in the L.I.D. on a combination of per foot basis and Per square foot basis of the property. He again reminded the delegation this was merely a preliminary estimate. Proposed schedule for this nro.ject: .Advertisement for bids, June 27, 1980; Protest Period would end July 9, 1980: Open bids for construction on July 11, 1980; Award bid for construction, July 14, 1980; Actual construction to take place August throunh November, 1980. Mr. Aiax reiterated that interest rates for recent bond sale had been 10 1/2%, the hinhest the City has ever had on an L.I.D. Even though the rates have been slowly droppinn, it cannot definitely be projected as to the interest rate. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING JUNE 9, 1980 Mr. Snider informed the Council that the streets in question are straight through streets between Court & Sylvester. From the input received, he assumed people in this area would be receptive to the formation of a citizens committee to discuss placement of stop signs on these streets, encouraging through traffic to use 20th Avenue or the By -Pass Highway as opposed to cutting through a neighborhood. Mr. Adams questioned whether additional easement was necessary. Mr. Ajax replied yes - owners contacted but nothing firm yet. Mrs. Green asked if we were bound to the entire project. Mr. Ajax responded that certain portions of the L.I.D. could be left out, more specifically, light liohting, etc. There were presently seven fire hydrants in the area and the L.I.D. would add an additional 24. Mr. Wilkins concurred that the cost appeared high; however, time is important to avoid rise in prices. PUBLIC INPUT: Pastor Ronald Burn of the Church of God was opposed as it was necessary for all individuals to cut back and the City should do the same. Although the improvement would be nice, we can't do all the improvements we would like; further, the City should be paying for it. At this point, it was concluded that protests must be written within thirty (30) days and filed with,the City Clerk. Mr. Earl Louderback stated that Road 26 was like a race track. Gas lines were being laid under the street and large vehicles were continually using the streets. He was extremely concerned over high interest rates at the present time. Councilman Grigg stressed that the decision was up to the people. He felt it was a positive investment and the interest rate was running 40 to 50% of the open market rate. Mrs. May, 2411 11. Henry, owner of a 4-plex, stated they h.ad put in sidewalks and were now being assessed again. Mr. Ajax replied that the sidewalk was included because it was incorrectly placed for proper alignment. Mr. Leverden favored L.I.D. due to blowing dirt and chuck holes. Mrs. Betty Benell questioned why single family units were paying the sane rate as multi dwellings. Mr. Ajax replied that State Law says benefit is increased in value to the land, not traffic or number of dwellings. RECESS: 9:05 RECONVENED: 9:15 Mayor Pro Tem Snider clarified that he was acting as Mayor for Mr. Bailie due to his glasses being broken. Mr. Chuck Coleman, 2604 W. Marie, protested the exhorbitant cost and large truck traffic - who pays if street has to be torn up due to heavy traffic. Hr. Ajax stated that the streets are built to good standards and they would stand heavy traffic. Councilman Snider suggested stricter enforcement of truck route use. Mr. Coleman further asked why alleys weren't put in and run lines in back. Mr. Ajax responded that it didn't make sense to maintain an alley for sewer lines alone, besides you have more root problems in the back. Mr. Glen Stroud, 2610 11. Margaret, stated they had put in street, curb and sewer themselves. hie expressed concern over truck traffic, darkened road conditions and pedestrian safety. He definitely favored the proposed L.I.D. Mr. Carl Hammel, LDS Church, reminded, the Council that the Church had drilled a. well and put in,a sewer system at their own expense. He was critical of the fact that he had not been notified of previous LID meetings and sungested that stricter Police enforcement be used to curb "hot rodders." MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING HEARING - Continued: JUNE 9, 1980 Mr. David Bennel, 2420 1,1. Park, wanted to know exactly what each item is costing. Mayor ProTem Snider briefly explained the engineering estimates and stated an exact penny figure could not be given at this time. Councilman Grigg reiterated that all cost figures are available in Engineering Department and recommended that people with questions review them. At this point, Mr. Grigg asked Mr. Ajax how many miles of City streets do we have. The reply was 115. He then asked how many nen were on the Street crew. Mr. Ajax replied 5. Mr. Jim Britton stated that sidewalks put in by himself will have to be torn out and replaced by new ones. Further, he paid $17 per foot in previous L.I.D. and now he is being billed $50 per foot - why? Mr. Ajax replied that on Shoshone Street, the storm drains were paid for by HUD monies. The addition of curb and sidewalks in this L.I.D. plus inflation contributed to the cost. Mr. Ron Miller, Road 22, favored the L.I.D. as the present situation is a disgrace. He felt the property value improvements were worth the investment. Mrs. Soderquist favored the improvement but felt the assessment was too high. She suggested that something should be cut. Mrs. Grace Richardson, 710 Rd. 24, complained that she received assessment notice for property she had sold. Mr. Ajax replied that the City is obligated by Law to use Franklin County and City's records and some aren't up to date. Following three (3) calls from Mayor Pro Tem Snider for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the Public Hearing was adjourned at 10:25 P.M. ORDINANCE': ORDI:IPKE NO. 216.•': P"I ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENT OF CERTAIN STREETS AND P7,00ERTY ;`ITHIM THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, ALL IN ACCORDANCE !IITF{ PFSOLUTION NO. 1351 OF THE CITY COUNCIL; ESTABLISHING LOCAL I'1PROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 110; 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 IIARRANTS REDEEiIABLE IN CASH PND LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BONDS. Ordinance No. 2157 was read by title only. Mr. Grigg moved that Ordinance No. 2167 be adopted. Seconded by f':r. ''!ilkins. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). Mrs. Green voting no. The City Engineer suggested they continue with the engineering to keep the costs in line, but at the same time monitor the protests cor.;inn in during the next 30 -day period. Mr. Grigg moved to continue with the Engineering plans. Seconded by Mr. Bailie. Motion carried by roll call vote of seven (7). ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M. E.A. Snider, Mayor Pro Tem ATTEST: �nCannon,'Clerk's Representative PASSED and APPROVED this1/-, day of 1980.