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AGENDA
PASCO CITY COUNCIL
7:00 p.m.
February 13, 2017
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1. CALL TO ORDER:
2. ROLL CALL:
(a) Pledge of Allegiance
3. VERBAL REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS:
4. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION:
(a) Benton Franklin Council of Governments Annual Report
Presented by Benton Franklin Council of Government's Executive Director,
Brian Malley; Community & Economic Development Manager, Stephanie
Seamans; and Transportation Programs Manager, Tanna Dole.
3 - 4 (b) Broadmoor Area Master Plan and Non-Project EIS
5 - 6 (c) Downtown Pasco Development Authority 2016 Annual Report
7 - 13 (d) Code Amendment: Mini-Pigs in Residential Zones (MF# CA 2016-005)
14 - 16 (e) Removal of Convenience/Payment Fees
17 - 19 (f) Assigning Council Representation to Districts
5. MISCELLANEOUS COUNCIL DISCUSSION:
6. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
7. ADJOURNMENT.
REMINDERS:
11:45 a.m., Monday, February 13, Pasco Red Lion – Pasco Chamber of Commerce
Membership Luncheon. (Guest Speaker: Dan Riley, Vice President, Tesoro
Companies)
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Workshop Meeting February 13, 2017
5:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 15, Clover Island Inn – Benton, Franklin & Walla
Walla Counties Good Roads & Transportation Association Meeting.
(COUNCILMEMBER BOB HOFFMANN, Rep.; REBECCA FRANCIK, Alt.)
11:30 a.m., Friday, February 17, El Chapala, Kennewick – Benton-Franklin Council
of Governments Board Meeting. (MAYOR MATT WATKINS, Rep.;
COUNCILMEMBER REBECCA FRANCIK, Alt.)
This meeting is broadcast live on PSC-TV Channel 191 on Charter Cable and
streamed at www.pasco-wa.gov/psctvlive.
Audio equipment available for the hearing impaired; contact the Clerk for assistance.
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council February 8, 2017
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Workshop Meeting: 2/13/17
FROM: Rick White, Director
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: Broadmoor Area Master Plan and Non-Project EIS
I. REFERENCE(S):
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
In February of 2015 the City and the major property owner in the Broadmoor area
began earnest efforts to position Broadmoor for planning and marketing efforts as the
trigger for private investment in this area.
At the January 25, 2016 Workshop, Council heard a presentation from the City's
professional consultant on the efforts with master planning, marketing and preparing
the larger Broadmoor Area for "permit ready" status.
These efforts involve managing concurrent activities including:
Establishing land use designation and locations in close coordination with
Council Goals and economic factors;
Establishing "on the ground" locations for infrastructure (roads, utilities and
public land uses);
Providing certainty to the development community on product expectations and
return on investment;
Accomplishing environmental review and clearance; and
Providing a systematic and comprehensive approach to developing a large and
valuable community asset.
The City's consulting team will provide Council an update on the Non-Project EIS
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process and Master Plan at the February 13th Workshop.
V. DISCUSSION:
Continuing planning, implementing utility improvements and marketing for this area
is important and necessary to realize the area's development potential. The Non-Project
EIS process, which will accomplish environmental clearance, is seen as a critical st ep
the City can proactively undertake.
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council February 8, 2017
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Workshop Meeting: 2/13/17
FROM: Rick White, Director
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: Downtown Pasco Development Authority 2016 Annual Report
I. REFERENCE(S):
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
City Council formed the DPDA in December of 2010 to undertake revitalization of the
Downtown area, provide management of the Pasco Specialty Kitchen and Farmer’s
Market, promote utilization of the façade improvement program funded through
Community Development Block Grant funds and in doing so - undertake revitalization
of Downtown Pasco.
The DPDA was licensed in Washington State as a non-profit corporation in May of
2011 and a full Board was appointed in July of 2011.
The current Funding Agreement with the DPDA (approved by Council in November
last year for 2017 and 2018) provides for an annual report to be submitted to City
Council prior to the end of February.
V. DISCUSSION:
This past year, a number of important objectives were achieved by the DPDA,
including:
Qualification for the Main Street Tax Credit Reimbursement Program which
allows the City to receive a tax credit of $75,000 in 2018 for the City’s
$100,000 contribution in 2017;
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Continued the Food Truck Friday event which ran continuously through most
of 2016;
Conducted successful Cinco de Mayo, Fiery Foods Festival and Christmas Tree
lighting celebrations with total attendance of nearly 10,000;
Assisted three new businesses to open in the downtown core and two more
made renovations in preparation for opening in early 2017;
Worked to build better team synergy between DPDA Programs - particularly
the Farmers Market and Pasco Specialty Kitchen; and
Developed an annual sponsorship program for events in 2017.
The DPDA also assisted in the significant outreach effort to the Downtown business
community associated with the City’s visioning effort for development of the core area
(4th/Lewis) revitalization plans.
The DPDA will provide a presentation for the 2016 Annual Report at the February 13
Workshop Meeting and will be available to answer Council questions.
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council February 6, 2017
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager
Rick White, Director
Community & Economic Development
Workshop Meeting: 2/13/17
FROM: Jeff Adams, Associate Planner
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: Code Amendment: Mini-Pigs in Residential Zones (MF# CA 2016-005)
I. REFERENCE(S):
Planning Commission Memo
Planning Commission Minutes Dated: 12/21/16 and 1/19/17
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
None
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
A City of Pasco resident has requested that the Municipal Code be changed to allow for
the keeping of miniature pigs as pets. Staff has reviewed the issue and offers the
information below for Council's consideration.
On September 26, 2016 the City Council held a workshop where they discussed a code
amendment for the keeping of mini-pigs, and requested the Planning Commission
consider several options related to the issue, as follows:
1. Permit mini-pigs as pets outright;
2. Permit mini-pigs as pets via Special Permit; or
3. Prohibit mini-pigs as pets.
On December 21, 2016 the Planning Commission conducted a workshop on the issue,
and subsequently held a hearing on January 19, 2017 where they recommended the
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City Council decline to amend the Pasco Municipal Code regarding the keeping of
mini-pigs.
V. DISCUSSION:
Mini-pigs are miniature size pigs as recognized and registered by the American Mini
Pig Association (AMPA). Mini-pigs (AKA: Teacup, Micro, Pixie, and Pocket Pig) are
not breeds, but size classifications, often misleading to customers who expect their
“mini-pig” to remain tiny over their lifespan. However, even AMPA-recognized mini-
pigs can grow to over 18 inches in height and weigh in up to 150 lbs.
Both Kennewick and of Richland advised that the issue of mini-pigs should be
addressed carefully for many of the same reasons listed above. Kennewick also noted
that they have received a few requests to have mini-pigs/pot-bellied pigs as pets in the
last 2 years and have denied them all. They continue to be classified as farm animals.
The Animal Control Agency for the Tri-Cities has noted that mini pigs do get large and
can create quite a mess in a yard; they have also indicated that they do not have the
proper facilities to house surrendered/abandoned pigs.
For the reasons noted above, the Planning Commission recommends that the Pasco
Municipal Code not be amended regarding the keeping of mini-pigs.
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M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: January 23, 2017
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Jeffrey B. Adams, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: Small-Breed Pigs or Mini Pigs as Pets (MF# CA 2016-005)
A City of Pasco resident has requested that the City Code be changed to allow
for the keeping of mini pigs as pets.
On September 19, 2016 the City Council held a workshop where they
discussed a code amendment for the keeping of mini-pigs, and requested the
Planning Commission consider several options related to the issue, as follows:
a. Permit mini-pigs as pets outright;
b. Permit mini-pigs as pets via Special Permit; or
c. Prohibit mini-pigs as pets.
At a December 21, 2016 Planning Commission workshop meeting the
Commission by consensus indicated it did not want to pursue establishing
mini pigs as pets in the City of Pasco either through the special permit process
or by permitting them outright with conditions.
Findings of Fact
1) In mid-2016 a City resident requested that the City Code be changed to
allow mini pigs as pets.
2) Mini Pigs are a miniature size pig as recognized and registered by the
American Mini Pig Association.
3) Mini Pigs are usually a product of interbreeding Vietnamese potbellied
pigs with several breeds, including Juliana, Gottengin/Guttengin,
African Pygmy, Yucatan Micro, and/or Swedish White.
4) Mini pigs recognized and registered by the American Mini Pig Association
average 12-18 inches in height, and typically weigh in between 50 to 150
lbs.
5) Unspayed mini pig females suffer from "PMS" and strong mood swings;
6) Intact male mini pigs produce a pungent odor in addition to displaying
other unpleasant traits;
7) Neither unsprayed female or intact male mini pigs are desirable pets.
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8) The American Mini Pig Association identifies King County, Palouse,
Prosser, Seattle, and Vancouver in the State of Washington as having
adopted provisions for mini pigs.
9) There have been 7 verified pig-related complaints, resulting in 5 Code
Enforcement Board cases between 2008 and 2016.
10) Staff is unaware of other requests for mini pigs in the last several years.
11) Titles 8 (Animal Control; Licensing), 9 (Specific Nuisances), and 25
(Zoning) would need to be amended.
12) Many people purchase mini-pigs thinking they will remain the size of a
toy poodle but abandon them when they become full-sized.
13) Animal Control will not accept surrendered pigs as they do not have the
proper facilities to deal with them.
14) The Planning Commission indicated at its December 21, 2016 workshop
that it did not want to pursue establishing mini pigs as pets in the City of
Pasco either through the special permit process or by permitting them
outright.
15) The Planning Commission felt that prohibiting pigs as pets should be the
recommended course of action for the City to advance the public health
and welfare.
RECOMMENDATION:
MOTION: I move the Planning Commission adopt the findings of fact as
contained in the January 19, 2017 staff memo on Small-Breed Pigs or Mini
Pigs.
MOTION: I move the Planning Commission recommend the City Council
decline to amend the Pasco Municipal Code regarding the keeping of mini pigs.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
12/21/16
WORKSHOP:
A. Code Amendment Mini-Pigs in Residential Zones (MF# CA 2016-005)
Chairwoman Roach read the master file number and asked for comments from staff.
Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director, discussed the proposed code
amendment. The City received a request for the municipal code to be amended to allow
mini-pigs to be kept as pets. Currently pigs of any kind are classified as farm animals.
Some research was conducted and mini-pigs while not approaching 1,000 lbs. like a
commercial pig might, they do get to be roughly 50-100 lbs. They are different than a dog
or cat in that they need to be spayed or neutered to be kept as pets. The neighboring
jurisdictions were consulted and they both suggested using caution because most people
that buy mini-pigs think they will stay little forever but they don’t. Many people that buy
mini-pigs end up having a full size pig on their hands and then Animal Control will not
accept surrendered mini-pigs as they do not have the proper facilities. The request was
presented to City Council and they have asked the Planning Commission to consider three
options: (1) Allow them outright with conditions, (2) Allow them through the special permit
process or (3) Prohibit them outright as the City does now. Staff does not recommend
Option 2 (Special Permit process) as that would take up the Planning Commission’s time
with matters that aren’t all that important for the overall public health and welfare of the
community. Staff would suggested the Commission either allow permitting them outright
with conditions or prohibiting them outright, which Staff feels is the logical option.
Commissioner Mendez asked if Staff had any pictures.
Mr. White said no but added staff searched the database for complaints related to pigs
and there have been 7 pig related complaints, not necessarily mini-pigs, but pig related
complaints in general, which are not allowed depending on lot sizes.
Commissioner Polk noticed that in the staff report and wondered if it was people who had
pigs for food use or for pets. She asked if someone were to get a pig right now and it isn’t
in compliance, what would happen to the pig and if Animal Control would have to come
take the pig.
Mr. White replied that Animal Control won’t take the animal because they’re not
contracted to take pigs. The property owners would have to go through the Code
Enforcement Board process.
Commissioner Polk asked if the owner would be required to get rid of the pig.
Mr. White answered that they would have to get rid of it or put it on a parcel that was
large enough to allow farm animals and of the right zoning.
Commissioner Bykonen noted that the staff report identified King County, Palouse,
Prosser, Seattle and Vancouver as allowing pigs. She asked if staff had spoken to staff at
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any of those locations.
Mr. White said no, but there were copies of ordinances that allow it, however, staff was not
contacted.
Commissioner Bykonen was interested in knowing how it works in cities that currently
allow pigs.
Mr. White replied that his impression was that they don’t get a high degree of attention
from municipalities because it is a fairly small portion of their overall workload.
The Commissioners discussed the options. The Commissioners voted 5 to 2 of being in
favor of Option 3 (Outright prohibiting mini-pigs in residential zones), with Commissioner
Greenaway and Commissioner Polk in favor of Option 1 (Outright allowing mini-pigs in
residential zones). There were no Commissioners in favor of Option 2 (Special Permit
Process).
With no further discussion or business, the Planning Commission was adjourned at
8:17 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
David McDonald, City Planner
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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
1/19/17
C. Code Amendment Mini-Pigs in Residential Zones (MF# CA 2016-005)
Chairman Cruz read the master file number and asked for comments from staff.
Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director, discussed the proposed code
amendment for mini-pigs in residential zones. The Planning Commission heard this item
at a previous workshop meeting prior to recommending it to City Council. It was brought
to City Council for discussion prior to coming back to the Planning Commission for a
hearing.
Chairman Cruz briefly discussed the different options for the code amendment; (1)
Allowing mini-pigs in residential zones outright, (2) Allowing mini-pigs in residential zones
through the special permit process or (3) Banning mini-pigs in residential zones outright.
With no further comments the public hearing closed.
Commissioner Mendez moved, seconded by Commissioner Portugal, the Planning
Commission adopt the findings of fact as contained in the January 19, 2017 staff memo
on Small-Breed Pigs or Mini-Pigs. The motion passed 4 to 1 with Commissioner
Greenaway dissenting.
Commissioner Mendez moved, seconded by Commissioner Portugal, recommend the City
Council decline amending the Pasco Municipal Code regarding the keeping of mini-pigs.
The motion passed 4 to 1 with Commissioner Greenaway dissenting.
With no further discussion or business, the Planning Commission was adjourned at
7:27 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
David McDonald, City Planner
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council February 8, 2017
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Workshop Meeting: 2/13/17
FROM: Richa Sigdel, Director
Finance
SUBJECT: Removal of Convenience/Payment Fees
I. REFERENCE(S):
Proposed Ordinance
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
While the recommendation reduces General Fund revenue, annually by approximately
$5,600, it eliminates unnecessary staff processing and data entry time by an equivalent
amount.
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
In early 2016, the City changed its utility bill payment service to a new vendor,
Paymentus Inc., which has resulted in improved service and reduced fees. A number of
fees, which were charged by and payable directly to the former vendor, have been
eliminated (see table) resulting in savings to customers.
The City has received revenue only from the debit card (walk up) convenience fees. As
this is the only payment fee that is currently imposed, and must be collected through an
entirely separate program, the extra staff time required to process and collect the $5,600
annual revenue does not justify the staff time or expense.
Bill Pay Service
Prior Vendor
Xpress
Current
Vendor
Paymentus
Debit Payment Online $1.50 Free
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Phone/Assist $3.50 - $4.50 Free
Walk-up $0.50 $0.50
Credit Payment Online $1.50 Free
Phone/Assist $3.50 - $4.50 Free
Walk-up $3.00 Free
Checking/Savings/Cash Online Free Free
Phone/Assist $2.00 - $3.00 Free
Walk-up Free Free
V. DISCUSSION:
Staff recommends adoption of the ordinance to repeal the convenience fees which are
no longer applicable or cost efficient.
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ORDINANCE NO. ________
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Pasco, Washington, repealing Section
3.112.040 “Miscellaneous Payment Processing Charges” and amending Section
3.07.090 “Miscellaneous.”
WHEREAS, the City provides a variety of services whereby the customer is billed for
services rendered; and
WHEREAS, some fees are no longer relevant; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO HEREBY
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That Section 3.112.040 “Miscellaneous Payment Processing Charges” of the
Pasco Municipal Code shall be and hereby is repealed in its entirety.
Section 2. That Section 3.07.090 “Miscellaneous” of the Pasco Municipal Code, shall be and
hereby is amended to read as follows:
3.07.090 MISCELLANEOUS: Fee/Charge Reference
A) Photocopy Fees – per copy $0.15 Admin. Order 42
B) Returned Payment Fee $25.00 3.112.010
C) Debit Card Convenience Fee
(Counter) $0.50 3.112.040(A)
D) Debit/Credit Card Convenience Fee
(Web) $1.50 3.112.040(A)
E) Phone Operator Assist Payment Fee $3.00 3.112.040(B)
F) Phone No Assist Payment Fee $2.00 3.112.040(B)
G) Late Pay Penalty $10.00 3.300.050(A)
H) Phone & Collection Fee $10.00 3.300.050(B)
I) Pre-Collection Fee $10.00 3.300.050(C)
J) Collection Turnover Fee
(charges, penalties & fees) 5% 3.300.050(D)
K) Installment Plan Origination Fee
($10 min) 3% 3.300.070(D)
L) Installment Plan Monthly Bill Fee $5.00 3.300.070(D)
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect March 6, 2017.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco this 21st day of February 2017.
Matt Watkins, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sandy Kenworthy, Interim City Clerk Leland B. Kerr, City Attorney
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AGENDA REPORT
FOR: City Council February 9, 2017
TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Workshop Meeting: 2/13/17
FROM: Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager
Executive
SUBJECT: Assigning Council Representation to Districts
I. REFERENCE(S):
Proposed Resolution
District Map
II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Discussion
III. FISCAL IMPACT:
IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF:
State law (RCW 35A.12.180) provides that in the event of re-districting, if a vacancy in
a district occurs, that an appropriate assignment of district representation should be
made by the Council. The recent ruling and Order by Judge Suko in the ACLU laws uit
has resulted in a vacancy in District No. 1, as well as some members of Council
residing in districts to which they were not originally elected.
The attached, proposed resolution designates one Councilmember for each
district/position for the interim period, until new elections result in proper alignment.
V. DISCUSSION:
Staff recommends approval of the resolution.
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RESOLUTION NO. ________
A RESOLUTION of the City of Pasco, Washington, assigning Council
representation to districts.
WHEREAS, the City Council has by Ordinance No. 4315, re-established its voting
district boundaries as a result of a Partial Consent Order entered on September 2, 2016, by
Federal Judge Lonnie Suko of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of
Washington; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Court by Decision of January 27, 2017, confirmed the
redistricting as provided in Ordinance No. 4315, with new boundaries as described in PMC
1.10.020 through 1.10.070; and
WHEREAS, the result of the re-establishment of district lines has resulted in the
displacement of City Councilmembers from the districts from which they were elected; and
WHEREAS, RCW 35A.12.180 requires that as the result of such redistricting,
Councilmembers shall be assigned to such districts where a vacancy occurs, and the
Councilmember so assigned shall be deemed to be residents of those districts. NOW,
THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Pursuant to RCW 35A.12.180, the following Councilmembers are
assigned as representatives to those districts preceding their names:
District 1 Councilman Tom Larsen
District 2 Councilman Al Yenney
District 3 Councilman Saul Martinez
District 4 Councilman Chi Flores
District 5 Councilwoman Rebecca Francik
District 6 Councilman Robert Hoffmann
District 7 (at-large) Councilman Matt Watkins
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, as its regular meeting
dated this _____ day of ____________, 2017.
___________________________________
Matt Watkins, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________________ ___________________________________
Sandy Kenworthy, Interim City Clerk Leland B. Kerr, City Attorney
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