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PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT BOARD
FEBRUARY 1, 2017
MEETING MINUTES
Call To Order:
The meeting was called to order at 6:03 p.m., by PFD President Morrissette, in the Council Chambers
at Pasco City Hall.
Roll Call:
Board Members Present: Caroline Bowdish, Spence Jilek, Craig Maloney (arrived at 6:06 p.m.) and
Mark Morrissette.
Also Present: Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager, Lee Kerr, Attorney, Rick Terway, A&CS Director,
Mayor Matt Watkins, Councilmember Rebecca Francik, Councilmember Chi Flores, Park and
Recreation Advisory Board members, Nolvia Salinas and Jason Ruud.
MOTION: Mr. Jilek moved to amend the Agenda and discuss Item No. 7, Old Business, first. Ms.
Bowdish seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
Old Business:
PFD Board continued discussion of the possible development of an indoor/outdoor aquatic/recreation
facility with members of the City Council Committee (Mayor Watkins, Councilmember Francik,
Councilmember Flores) and Park & Recreation Advisory Board members (Salinas and Ruud)
appointed to review the aquatics facility/recreation facility concept.
1. Update on status of legal authority-
Mr. Strebel reported on HB 1321, which could change the status of the legal authority of city
PFDs to do recreational projects.
2. Recommendation of PFD and P&R Boards on facility components/costs (Option D)-
Board discussed Option D and whether it is still practical in light of recent citizen comments.
Also discussed who is this marketed to, residents or tourists.
3. Operational costs/influences-
Mr. Strebel explained the projected cost of the proposed project and the sales tax and bonding
capacity sheet. Board discussed other funds that may be available.
4. Funding alternatives-
Board discussed funding options, including Sale of Senior Center, General Fund, GO Bonds,
Sales Tax. Also discussed whether the PFD would purchase the land or lease it from City, and
how operational & maintenance costs would be allocated.
5. Interest in talks on public/private partnership-
Board discussed possible partnerships. Fred LaMothe and Carl Cadwell, private health club
owners, talked about public/private partnerships and costs associated with their clubs.
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6. Next steps-
Mr. Strebel suggested scheduling another meeting for mid-April, after the legislative outcome is
known, to allow staff time to research some issues, and develop a cohesive plan to present to City
Council.
Approval of Minutes:
It was motioned by Mr. Jilek, seconded by Mr. Maloney, and carried to approve the minutes of the
December 6, 2016 Meeting.
Claims Approval:
President Morrissette presented fourth quarter Claims History. Following discussion, it was motioned
by Mr. Jilek, seconded by Ms. Bowdish, and carried to approve payment of fourth quarter claims in
the total amount of $155,931.94.
Financial Report:
President Morrissette presented the fourth quarter Operating Statement reflecting Total Sources of
Funds $492,151.00 and Total Uses of Funds $528,306.00. The fourth quarter Net Assets Statement
was also presented reflecting an actual Net Asset balance of $17,871.00. Following discussion, the
Financial Report was accepted as presented.
Reports from Committees:
Mr. Maloney and Ms. Bowdish reported there was not a quorum at the Kennewick Convention Center
Advisory Board Meeting, but they did have discussion about their past and future ballot measures.
New Business:
The next meeting will be scheduled after April 15.
Adjournment:
There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:27 p.m.
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Mark Morrissette, President Sandy Kenworthy, Interim PFD Secretary