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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-03-1987 MinutesMINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 3, 1987 CALL TO ORDER Meeting called to order at 8 00 P M. by Joe W. Jackson, Mayor. ROLL CALL By City Clerk. Councilmen present were Beverly Green, Ed Hendler, Lee Kraft, E A Snider, Joe Jackson and Emerson Morgan. Also present were Gary Crutchfield, City Manager, Greg Rubstello, City Attorney, Larry Dickinson, Fire Chief, David McDonald, Director of Community Development, James Ajax, Director of Public Works and Webster Jackson, Personnel/Purchasing Officer. CONSENT AGENDA a) Approval of Minutes To approve minutes of regular meeting, held July 20, 1987. b) Bills To approve General Claims in the amount of $523,503.49, claim warrant nos. 55103 through 55255 To approve Payroll Claims in the amount of $485,851.25, payroll voucher nos. 3052 through 3267, and 3268 through 3482 To approve bad debt write-offs in the amount of $9,873.48, and, of this amount, authorize $9,098.34 be turned over for collection. c) Parking Resthctions for 5th Avenue between Octave and Park Streets. To set Monday, August 17, 1987, at 8 00 P.M in the City Council Chambers, as the date and place for a public hearing for the modification of parking on North 5th Avenue between Park and Octave Street. d) Wastewater Treatment Plant - Repairs to Primary Clarifier. To authorize staff to call for bids to replace the chains, sprockets, shafts and scraper flights on the primary clarifier of the Wastewater Treatment Plant. e) / Resolution No. 1789. To approve Resolution No. 1789, fixing a special meeting on Monday, August 24, 1987, 8 00 P.M., as the date and time for a public hearing to consider the vacation of North 15th Avenue and an alley all located between Marie and Henry Street. Mr. Kraft moved to approve Consent Agenda, as amended (changing hearing date on 3-e from September 8th to August 24, 1987). Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion carried VISITORS Mr. Norris Thompson, 1803 W. Jay, stated he had three concerns, namely, "when will new fire equipment arrive which was approved in early spring, weeds growing along roadway adjacent to Golf Course makes a poor impression as you enter Pasco from Airport, and what are you going to do with the pigeons on 20th Avenue overpass?" The City Manager responded that we haven't called for bids yet on fire equipment, the weeds will be taken care of immediately, and we'll contact the State in regard to pigeon pro blem as it is a State Overpass. Mrs. Lydia Sisk thanked the council for their support in seeing Centennial Park to a conclusion. It was gratifying to see it being used daily by families as well as keeping children off the streets. Mrs. Myrtle Trimble, 415 N. 8th, complained of excessive noise caused by band playing outdoors at a local business. She stated it went on into the early hours of the morning and " we didn't want to go to their party so their noise shouldn't come to ours." The City Manager replied that the incident will be looked into and corrected immediately. Councilman Snider suggested that now would be a good time to initiate a Noise Ordinance as no one should be subjected to this kind of frustration. Mrs. Trimble asked what could be done about the Hanson Apartments as there have been 12 drug related "busts" during the last year. She stated that it was not a safe place to live due to prostitution, drugs, etc. A number of residents were in attendance and supported Mrs. Trimble's allegations. ? III PUBLIC HEARINGS. MAYOR JACKSON DECLARED CONTINUED HEARING OPEN FOR INPUT ON SPECIAL PERMIT, LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 3, 1987 VISITORS - Continued Mr. Hendler asked if landlord had been contacted? Mrs Trimble replied that it had recently changed hands. Discussion ensued whether or not something could be done under the Nuisance Abatement Ordinance and whether or not the Building Inspector could inspect building for safety, etc. Consensus was to have staff proceed with best solution and keep the council apprised of situation. At this point, Mr. Hendler stated that a citizen had approached him about the possibility of a special levy (one-year) to raise enough money to "clean up our City." Even though this sounds far remote, Mr. Hendler felt it might be an idea worth pursuing. If the Council were receptive, we had to get it organized because it would have to be ready for County Auditor by mid-September if we were going to get it on General Election ballot. While supportive of overall idea, Councilmen Kraft and Jackson had some reservations whether or not there was enough time to do the job properly. Collectively, the council requested that this item be placed on a workshop agenda for further discussion. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS B-F Transit Board of Directors Special Meeting, July 22, 1987. Councilman Hendler reported that 5-year plan was discussed, addressing concerns over decrease in ridership. Labor negotiations were discussed, no public decision. A transfer site in Pasco has not been selected but there were several to be considered. B-F District Board of Health, July 23, 1987. Councilman Hendler stated they reviewed immigration status and went into Executive Session on labor negotiations Mr. Dave McDonald, Director of Community Development, stated that on June 15, 1987, the City Council convened to hear and decide upon the applicant's appeal of the Planning Commission recommendation regarding proposed amended special permit for Longfellow Elementary School. After conduct of the hearing, Council determined other alternatives should be considered to mitigate some of the concerns expressed regarding the proposal and con- tinued the public hearing (by further continuance) to August 3, 1987. The alternatives were developed from staff meetings with the applicant and the most favored by both parties is Plan A. Councilman Snider asked why the School District should bear the entire cost of traffic signal at 10th & Shoshone,should one ever be needed,when it is an Arterial Street? Staff replied that this was a negotiated item based on concerns of adjacent residents at earlier public hearing. Councilman Morgan didn't feel that we should wait until someone got injured or killed before something was done about a light. As a long time property owner in the area, he favored a traffic signal being installed Mr. James Ajax, Director of Public Works, stated that traffic did not warrant a light at this time. In his opinion, there were other areas in Pasco much more deserving of a light At this particular location, a flashing light and school crosswalk guard is a reasonable amount of safety Mr Tom Brandon, Facility Director for Pasco School District, projected an increase of approximately 100 - 150 students in the coming year. Of the seven buses coming in, only three serve the Longfellow School. He gave a brief rundown of proposed bus schedules and peak hours of traffic. Mr. Michael Garrison, 212 N 9th, supported Plan A as a definite benefit to our area. Ms. Tina Navajar, crosswalk guard for Longfellow School, did not feel a traffic signal was needed at this time because signals at Lewis and Clark were sufficient. MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 3, 1987 PUBLIC HEARING --Continued Mr. Donald Story asked, "under Plan A, is my property going to be purchased?" The reply was affirmative. Mrs. Nancy McKeever urged the Council to accept Plan A, further, she didn't feel a light was necessary at this time Following three (3) calls from Mayor Jackson for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. Mr Snider moved to approve an amended special permit under Plan A, as described in the Agenda Report on page nos. 2-3 thereof, with modification of condition no. 8 to read as follows 8) Mast arms and yellow crossing lights shall be installed during school construction When a §top light on 10th Avenue is determined by the City to be needed, its cost shall be borne by the City and School District in respective amounts determined through negotiation. Seconded by Mr Hendler. Motion carried. MAYOR JACKSON DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO CONSIDER PARKING REMOVAL ON BOTH SIDES OF "A" STREET FROM 20TH AVENUE TO A POINT 250 FEET WEST OF 20TH AVENUE It was noted that the hearing had been duly publicized as prescribed by law. There were no written communications. Mr. James Ajax, Director of Public Works, drew'proposed alignment of "A" and 20th Avenue for council's perusal. Under the proposed parking elimination plan, staff feels that we can construct some improvements that will make the intersection safer Construction of this improvement will require the authorization of a $5,000 supplemental budget expenditure authority. The revenue source is unanticipated cash forward in the Street Fund. Mr. Earl Warren, 520 S. 26th, stated that he used this intersection frequently and proposed improvement was better than what we have now. Mr. Ajax responded that budget is $5,000 for this project and property will be improved within existing right-of-way Following three (3) calls from Mayor Jackson for further comments from the floor, either for or against, the public hearing was declared closed. ORDINANCE NO. 2656 AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING PARKING ON BOTH SIDES OF "A" STREET FROM 20TH AVENUE TO A POINT 250 FEET WEST OF 20TH AVENUE, AND AMENDING PMC 10.56.080. Ordinance No. 2656 was read by title only. Mr. Kraft moved to adopt Ordinance No 2656, removing parking on "A" Street for a distance of 250 feet west of 20th Avenue Seconded by Mrs Green. Motion carried. MAYOR JACKSON DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO CONSIDER PARKING REMOVAL ON "A" STREET IN THE VICINITY OF 4TH AVENUE It was noted that the hearing had been duly publicized and all affected property owners notified of public hearing. There were no written communications. Mr. James Ajax, Director of Public Works, stated that staff has applied for a grant to install a traffic signal at the intersection of 4th Avenue and "A" Street. The grant will be from Federal funds for traffic safety improvements, and the safety improvement identified as necessary for this intersection will be the installation of left turn channelization along with the traffic signal. In order to install left turn channelization, it will be necessary to remove the parking on "A" Street on both sides of 4th Avenue for a distance of 300 feet. It is also recommended that should this Ordinance be passed, it will not become effective until such time as the grant is approved, or at such time that conditions warrant its removal in the interest of traffic safety. III NEW BUSINESS' Special Permit - Day Care (MF #87-09-CUP) Mrs. Green moved to grant Wee Kare Korner a special permit to operate a day care at 927 W. Henry Street (Congregational Church), with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion carried. I MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 3, 1987 PUBLIC HEARING - Continued Mr. Robert Kidder, owner of apartment complex at 4th & "A", was concerned that he would not have enough tenant parking if spaces were eliminated. Later, he concurred he would only lose 3 spaces and perhaps something else could be worked out. Councilwoman Beverly Green stated she was going to vote no on this issue because she didn't feel that anyone should have to park 150' away from their residence. ORDINANCE NO. 2657 AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING PARKING ON "A" STREET 300 FEET EAST AND WEST OF 4TH AVENUE, AND AMENDING PMC 10.56.080. Ordinance No. 2657 was read by title only. Mr. Snider moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2657, which eliminates parking on "A" Street from a distance of 300 feet west of 4th Avenue to a point 300 feet east of 4th Avenue. Seconded by Mr. Morgan. Motion carried. Mrs. Green voting no. RECESS 9 25 RECONVENED- 9 30 ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATED TO PUBLIC HEARINGS ORDINANCE NO. 2658 AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING DANGEROUS AND POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS DOGS. Ordinance No. 2658 was read by title only. Mr. Hendler moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2658, an Ordinance concerning dangerous and potentially dangerous dogs Seconded by Mr Kraft. Motion carried. Mr. Hendler moved to approve the summary publication of Ordinance No. 2658. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 2659 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2.42.360 OF THE PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING EMPLOYEE'S SICK LEAVE FOR FAMILY ILLNESS. Ordinance No. 2659 was read by title only. Mr Kraft moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2659, clarifying employee leave for family illness. Seconded by Mr Hendler. Motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 1790 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE VACATION OF THE WEST 10' OF THE 60' RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT FOR MAITLAND AVENUE FROM AINSWORTH AVENUE TO THE BURLINGTON NORTHERN RAILROAD TRACKS. Resolution No. 1790 was read by title only. Mr Hendler moved to approve Resolution No 1790, which vacates the west 10 feet of the 60' right-of-way easement for Maitland Avenue from Ainsworth Avenue to the Burlington Northern Railroad Tracks. Seconded by Mr. Morgan Motion carried Mr. Kraft said he would like to commend Fire Chief Larry Dickinson as a "take charge type of guy who gave commands and knew what he was doing." ADJOURNMENT No further business, meeting adjourned at 9• 0 P.M. ( ac on, Mayor I ve yn We ls, City Clerk MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 3, 1987 NEW BUSINESS - Continued Fire Department/Public Works Vehicle Storage Building Mr. Hendler moved to award the construction contract for the Fire Department/Public Works Vehicle Storage Building to the low bidder, Stonehaven, Inc., in the amount of $49,361.62 and, further, to authorize the Mayor to sign the contract documents. Seconded by Mr Morgan. Motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). MISCELLANEOUS - INCLUDING SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL Commendation Mr. Hendler commended Judge Nary Ramirez for her action in sentencing "failure to disperse" rioters. Possibly this will convey a message that this type of action will not be condoned. Fire at Hog Pens: Mr. Kraft asked if council would be receiving a report on recent fire at hog pens. The City Manager replied affirmative. PASSED and APPROVED this //7 day of ,--,- ----- , 1987.