HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990.11.05 Council MinutesThe meeting was called to order at 8:00 P.M. by
Joe Jackson, Mayor.
II ROLL CALL:
MINUTES
PASCO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 1990
AN EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS CALLED AT 7:35 FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING
PERSONNEL. IT ADJOURNED AT 7:50 P.M. WITH NO ACTION TAKEN.
CALL TO ORDER:
By City Clerk. Councilmen present were: Joyce DeFelice,
Michael Garrison, Joe Jackson, Chris Jensen, Charles Kilbury and
E.A. Snider. Also present were: Gary Crutchfield, City Manager;
Greg Rubstello, City Attorney; Dan Underwood, Director of
Finance, Donald Francis, Chief of Police; and David McDonald,
Director of Community Development.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The meeting opened with Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Mr. Snider moved to approve Consent Agenda. Seconded by Mr.
Garrison. Motion carried. Consent items are as follows:
a) Approval of Minutes. To approve minutes of regular
and special meetings, held October 15 and 22, 1990, respectively.
b) Bills. To approve General Claims in the amount of
$538,929.18 ($23,561.35 being in the form of Wire Transfer Nos.
2613, 2614 and 2615; and $515,367.83 consisting of Claim Warrant
Nos. 67463 through 67679.
To approve Payroll Claims in the amount of $327,548.51; Payroll
Voucher Nos. 17709 through 17881; and 17882 through 18050.
To approve bad debt write-offs for utility billing, ambulance,
and Municipal Court non-criminal accounts receivable in the total
amount of $35,621.07 and, of that amount, authorize $34,814.09 to
be turned over for collection.
c) Easement from Dept. of Natural Resources. To accept the
easement from the Dept. of Natural Resources for portions of
right-of-way on Rd. 68 immediately north and south of the 1-182
Interchange and authorize the Mayor to sign the same.
d) Conveyance of Right-of-Way from County to City and transfer
of responsibility for 1-182 Bicycle/Pedestrian Pathway from Rd.
49 to the intersection of Harris Road with the old Columbia River
Road (West Court Street). To accept the Quit Claim Deed from
Franklin County, dated September 17, 1990, conveying certain real
property and, further, to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign
that certain agreement for bicycle/pedestrian trail maintenance,
reconstruction and policing responsibilities, dated September 17,
1990, between the City and Franklin County.
e) Resolution No. 1941. A Resolution of the City of Pasco,
designating Gordon Towne as the representative of Elected
Officials to the South Central Regional Emergency Medical Service
and Trauma Systems Planning Council.
f) Demolition/Clean-Up of 1316 East Clark Street. To award a
contract for the demolition/clean-up of 1316 E. Clark Street to
the low bidder, Andrist Enterprises, in the amount of $797.72.
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REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 5, 1990
g) Public Hearing to Adopt 1991 Community Development Block
Grant Program. To fix 8:00 P.M., Monday, November 19, 1990, as
the time and date for a public hearing to consider adoption of
the 1991 Community Development Block Grant Program.
h) Resolution No. 1942. A Resolution fixing the time and
place for a public hearing to consider vacation of certain alley
and street rights-of-way within the City.
i) Committee re: Extension of Sewers Outside the Corporate
Boundaries. To concur in the Mayor's appointment of Mrs.
DeFelice, Mr. Kilbury and the City Manager, to meet with Franklin
County representatives regarding the extension of sewers outside
the corporate boundaries.
3) Appointment on Agricultural Arena Committee. To concur in
the Mayor's appointment of Mr. Kilbury to represent the City on
the Agricultural Arena Committee (replacing Mr. Hendler).
PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
Presentation of Plaque to Mr. Hendler. On behalf of the City
Council/City Manager, Mayor Jackson presented an appreciation
plague to former Councilman, Ed Hendler, and commended him for
his years of service to the City of Pasco. Mr. Hendler thanked
members of the City Council and was hopeful that his proposed
development in Franklin County would usher in a new era for the
90's between the City of Pasco and Franklin County.
VISITORS:
None.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS:
Pasco Downtown Development Association. Mr. Kilbury reported
that a unanimous ballot had been cast for 1991 candidates as
follows: Mark Morrisette, President; Tom Corley, Vice-President;
Mike Miller, Secretary; and Chuck Coleman, Treasurer. The group
will try to discourage the relocation of Payless Drug Store in
the downtown area; further, top officials of the Mission were
refusing to meet further unless they were handed a building
completely furnished for their use.
Good Roads Association. Mr. Snider reported the meeting as
routine in nature.
Benton-Franklin Governmental Conference. Mr. Kilbury
acknowledged three new members from City of Richland, Kahlotus
and Ben-Franklin Transit. The Executive Director announced his
appointment to the State High Speed Rail Board, and resignation
of Manual Chavallo. The Benton-Franklin Substance Abuse
Coalition cannot do business with the State of Washington as they
are not yet certified as a 501(c) Corporation by the IRS.
Visitor & Convention Bureau. Mrs. DeFelice announced three
vacancies on the Board which were promptly filled. The group
went on record as opposing Resolution 547 and implemented survey
in Marketing for Washington State.
Rivershore Enhancement Association. Mr. Jensen reported that
the main discussion centered on lowering of dikes so that some
development could occur and people could see the results.
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REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 5, 1990
Benton-Franklin District Health Board Meeting. Mr. Garrison
reiterated the urgent need for general practitioners and
pediatric specialists in the Tri Cities. LaClinica is trying to
find a source for additional funding to offset their increased
services. Further, flu shots are now available.
Task Force for Safe Schools. Mr. Jensen reported a
respresentative from Portland Police Department gave a report on
gang activities. They are attempting to schedule a meeting of
parents at Pasco High School. A former gang member will tell
his experiences and signs to watch for. Staff was directed
to prepare a Resolution, proclaiming December 3 - 7, 1990 as
"Gang Awareness Week."
Park/Recreation Advisory Council. Mrs. DeFelice stated that a
report was given by Mr. Erickson on playground activity at McGee
School, and paving of Sylvester Park tennis courts. The
Department will be putting in a request for Block Grant Funds
for expansion of the Senior Center. They discussed need for a
full-time Director at the East Pasco Neighborhood Facility,
another Block Grant proposal by the Parks Department.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
None.
ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATED TO PUBLIC HEARINGS:
ORDINANCE NO. 2794.
AN ORDINANCE ASSIGNING ZONING TO CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO.
Ordinance No. 2794 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2794, establishing C-1 zoning for the
Fireside Inn Annexation area. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion
carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 2795.
AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN
PORTIONS OF ROADWAY WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO AND
AMENDING PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 1.24.040.
Ordinance No. 2795 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2795, which establishes speed limits on
certain City streets. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 2796.
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING AND CHANGING THE
CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN
THE CITY OF PASCO FROM R-3 TO C-1.
Ordinance No. 2796 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2796, granting a rezone to certain property
south of McDonald's Restaurant at 22nd & Court street, from R-3
to C-1. Seconded by Mr. Jensen. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 2797.
AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING WATER AND SEWER RATES AND
CHARGES; AND AMENDING SECTIONS 13.20.020, .030,
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No further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:40 P.M.
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'VTIl'ac ,son, Mayor
AT
yn ells, City Clerk
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 5, 1990
AND .050, AND SECTION 13.40.020 OF THE PASCO
MUNICIPAL CODE.
Ordinance No. 2797 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2797, concerning water and sewer rates and
charges. Seconded by Mr. Jensen. Motion carried. (Mr. Kilbury
voting no).
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
None.
NEW BUSINESS:
Health Department Supplemental Assessment. Mrs. DeFelice moved
to approve the 1990 supplemental assessment for the
Benton-Franklin Health Department in the amount of $8,250.
Seconded by Mr. Garrison. Motion carried. (Mr. Snider voting
no.)
MISCELLANEOUS - INCLUDING SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL:
Council Representative on Various Boards/Commissions. The City
Manager announced that a council member is needed to sit on the
Disability Board, replacing former member, Ed Hendler.
After a brief discussion, Council concluded that another City in
Franklin County should assume this responsibility as Pasco will
have to establish its own Disability Board now that its
population exceeds 20,000.
Ben-Franklin Transit Authority. Mrs. Joyce DeFelice was named
alternate to Michael Garrison on Ben-Franklin Transit Authority
Board.
1991 Budget Review. Tuesday, November 20, 1990 was set for
workshop on 1991 Budget.
ADJOURNMENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this/ day of , 1990.
111 ROLL CALL:
The meeting was called to order at 8:00 P.M. by
Joe Jackson, Mayor.
MINUTES
PASCO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 1990
AN EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS CALLED AT 7:35 FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING
PERSONNEL. IT ADJOURNED AT 7:50 P.M. WITH NO ACTION TAKEN.
CALL TO ORDER:
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By City Clerk. Councilmen present were: Joyce DeFelice,
Michael Garrison, Joe Jackson, Chris Jensen, Charles Kilbury and
E.A. Snider. Also present were: Gary Crutchfield, City Manager;
Greg Rubstello, City Attorney; Dan Underwood, Director of
Finance, Donald Francis, Chief of Police; and David McDonald,
Director of Community Development.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The meeting opened with Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Mr. Snider moved to approve Consent Agenda. Seconded by Mr.
Garrison. Motion carried. Consent items are as follows:
a) Approval of Minutes. To approve minutes of regular
and special meetings, held October 15 and 22, 1990, respectively
b) Bills. To approve General Claims in the amount of
$538,929.18 ($23,561.35 being in the form of Wire Transfer Nos.
2613, 2614 and 2615; and $515,367.83 consisting of Claim Warrant
Nos. 67463 through 67679.
To approve Payroll Claims in the amount of $327,548.51; Payroll
Voucher Nos. 17709 through 17881; and 17882 through 18050.
To approve bad debt write-offs for utility billing, ambulance,
and Municipal Court non-criminal accounts receivable in the total
amount of $35,621.07 and, of that amount, authorize $34,814.09 to
be turned over for collection.
c) Easement from Dept. of Natural Resources. To accept the
easement from the Dept. of Natural Resources for portions of
right-of-way on Rd. 68 immediately north and south of the 1-182
Interchange and authorize the Mayor to sign the same.
d) Conveyance of Right-of-Way from County to City and transfer
of responsibility for I-182 Bicycle/Pedestrian Pathway from Rd.
49 to the intersection of Harris Road with the old Columbia River
Road (West Court Street). To accept the Quit Claim Deed from
Franklin County, dated September 17, 1990, conveying certain real
property and, further, to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign
that certain agreement for bicycle/pedestrian trail maintenance,
reconstruction and policing responsibilities, dated September 17,
1990, between the City and Franklin County.
e) Resolution No. 1941. A Resolution of the City of Pasco,
designating Gordon Towne as the representative of Elected
Officials to the South Central Regional Emergency Medical Service
and Trauma Systems Planning Council.
f) Demolition/Clean-Up of 1316 East Clark Street. To award a
contract for the demolition/clean-up of 1316 E. Clark Street to
the low bidder, Andrist Enterprises, in the amount of $797.72.
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 5, 1990
g) Public Hearing to Adopt 1991 Community Development Block
Grant Program. To fix 8:00 P.M., Monday, November 19, 1990, as
the time and date for a public hearing to consider adoption of
the 1991 Community Development Block Grant Program.
h) Resolution No. 1942. A Resolution fixing the time and
place for a public hearing to consider vacation of certain alley
and street rights-of-way within the City.
1) Committee re: Extension of Sewers Outside the Corporate
Boundaries. To concur in the Mayor's appointment of Mrs.
DeFelice, Mr. Kilbury and the City Manager, to meet with Franklin
County representatives regarding the extension of sewers outside
the corporate boundaries.
3) Appointment on Agricultural Arena Committee. To concur in
the Mayor's appointment of Mr. Kilbury to represent the City on
the Agricultural Arena Committee (replacing Mr. Hendler).
PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
Presentation of Plaque to Mr. Hendler. On behalf of the City
Council/City Manager, Mayor Jackson presented an appreciation
plaque to former Councilman, Ed Hendler, and commended him for
his years of service to the City of Pasco. Mr. Hendler thanked
members of the City Council and was hopeful that his proposed
development in Franklin County would usher in a new era for the
90's between the City of Pasco and Franklin County.
VISITORS:
None.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS:
Pasco Downtown Development Association. Mr. Kilbury reported
that a unanimous ballot had been cast for 1991 candidates as
follows: Mark Morrisette, President; Tom Corley, Vice-President;
Mike Miller, Secretary; and Chuck Coleman, Treasurer. The group
will try to discourage the relocation of Payless Drug Store in
the downtown area; further, top officials of the Mission were
refusing to meet further unless they were handed a building
completely furnished for their use.
Good Roads Association. Mr. Snider reported the meeting as
routine in nature.
Benton-Franklin Governmental Conference. Mr. Kilbury
acknowledged three new members from City of Richland, Kahlotus
and Ben-Franklin Transit. The Executive Director announced his
appointment to the State High Speed Rail Board, and resignation
of Manual Chavallo. The Benton-Franklin Substance Abuse
Coalition cannot do business with the State of Washington as they
are not yet certified as a 501(c) Corporation by the IRS.
Visitor & Convention Bureau. Mrs. DeFelice announced three
vacancies on the Board which were promptly filled. The group
went on record as opposing Resolution 547 and implemented survey
in Marketing for Washington State.
Rivershore Enhancement Association. Mr. Jensen reported that
the main discussion centered on lowering of dikes so that some
development could occur and people could see the results.
-2-
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 5, 1990
Benton-Franklin District Health Board Meeting. Mr. Garrison
reiterated the urgent need for general practitioners and
pediatric specialists in the Tri Cities. LaClinica is trying to
find a source for additional funding to offset their increased
services. Further, flu shots are now available.
Task Force for Safe Schools. Mr. Jensen reported a
respresentative from Portland Police Department gave a report on
gang activities. They are attempting to schedule a meeting of
parents at Pasco High School. A former gang member will tell
his experiences and signs to watch for. Staff was directed
to prepare a Resolution, proclaiming December 3 - 7, 1990 as
"Gang Awareness Week."
Park/Recreation Advisory Council. Mrs. DeFelice stated that a
report was given by Mr. Erickson on playground activity at McGee
School, and paving of Sylvester Park tennis courts. The
Department will be putting in a request for Block Grant Funds
for expansion of the Senior Center. They discussed need for a
full-time Director at the East Pasco Neighborhood Facility,
another Block Grant proposal by the Parks Department.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
None.
ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATED TO PUBLIC HEARINGS:
ORDINANCE NO. 2794.
AN ORDINANCE ASSIGNING ZONING TO CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO.
Ordinance No. 2794 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2794, establishing C-1 zoning for the
Fireside Inn Annexation area. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion
carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 2795.
AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN
PORTIONS OF ROADWAY WITHIN THE CITY OF PASCO AND
AMENDING PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 1.24.040.
Ordinance No. 2795 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2795, which establishes speed limits on
certain City streets. Seconded by Mr. Snider. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 2796.
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING AND CHANGING THE
CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN
THE CITY OF PASCO FROM R-3 TO C-1.
Ordinance No. 2796 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2796, granting a rezone to certain property
south of McDonald's Restaurant at 22nd & Court street, from R-3
to C-1. Seconded by Mr. Jensen. Motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 2797.
AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING WATER AND SEWER RATES AND
CHARGES; AND AMENDING SECTIONS 13.20.020, .030,
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 5, 1990
AND .050, AND SECTION 13.40.020 OF THE PASCO
MUNICIPAL CODE.
Ordinance No. 2797 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2797, concerning water and sewer rates and
charges. Seconded by Mr. Jensen. Motion carried. (Mr. Kilbury
voting no).
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
None.
NEW BUSINESS:
Health Department Supplemental Assessment. Mrs. DeFelice moved
to approve the 1990 supplemental assessment for the
Benton-Franklin Health Department in the amount of $8,250.
Seconded by Mr. Garrison. Motion carried. (Mr. Snider voting
no.)
MISCELLANEOUS - INCLUDING SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL:
Council Representative on Various Boards/Commissions. The City
Manager announced that a council member is needed to sit on the
Disability Board, replacing former member, Ed Hendler.
After a brief discussion, Council concluded that another City in
Franklin County should assume this responsibility as Pasco will
have to establish its own Disability Board now that its
population exceeds 20,000.
Ben-Franklin Transit Authority. Mrs. Joyce DeFelice was named
alternate to Michael Garrison on Ben-Franklin Transit Authority
Board.
1991 Budget Review. Tuesday, November 20, 1990 was set for
workshop on 1991 Budget.
ADJOURNMENT:
No further business, tke meeting adjourned at 8:40 P.M.
ATT
ye n We ls, City Clerk
PASSED and APPROVED this /Y day of70,--x4..",,,,i-t,-/ , 1990.
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