HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990.10.15 Council MinutesI ROLL CALL:
The meeting was called to order at 8:00 P.M. by
Joe Jackson, Mayor.
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PASCO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 15, 1990
AN EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS CALLED AT 7:35 FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING
PERSONNEL. IT ADJOURNED AT 7:55 P.M. WITH NO ACTION TAKEN.
CALL TO ORDER:
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By City Clerk. Councilmen present were: Joyce DeFelice,
Michael Garrison, Ed Hendler, Joe Jackson, Chris Jensen and
Charles Kilbury. Councilman E.A. Snider was absent (excused).
Also present were: Gary Crutchfield, City Manager; Greg
Rubstello, City Attorney; Dennis Wright, City Engineer; Richard
Erickson, Director of Parks & Recreation; David McDonald,
Director of Community Development; James Ajax, Public Works
Director; and Webster Jackson, Purchasing/Personnel Officer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The meeting opened with Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Mrs. DeFelice 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
meeting, held October 1, 1990.
b) Bills. To approve General Claims in the amount of
$291,813.22 ($12,185.46 being in the form of Wire Transfer Nos.
2611 and 2612; and $279,627.76 consisting of Claim Warrant Nos.
67291 through 67462).
c) Waiver/Utility Service Requirement PMC Chapter 16.06 - MF
#90-26-Rada. To approve the Rada Agreement for waiver of water
and sewer service requirements.
d) Resolution No. 1937. A Resolution opposing Initiative 547,
a statewide initiative dealing with growth management and land
use.
e) Riverview Heights Booster Station Modification. To
authorize staff to call for bids for the Riverview Heights
Booster Station Modification Project.
f) Request for Special Council Meeting, October 22, 1990. To
conduct a special council meeting on Monday, October 22, 1990,
8:00 P.M. for the following purposes:
1. Consider award for construction contract for
reservoir landscaping project.
2. Consider entering into an agreement with the firm of
Hickerson-Pence to prepare a comprehensive sanitary
sewer plan for the City.
h) Resolution No. 1938. A Resolution establishing new fees
and charges for golf cart storage at the Sun Willows Golf Course.
PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
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None.
VISITORS:
None.
REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS:
Pasco Downtown Development Association. Mr. Kilbury reported
that Bob Young gave a review of year's accomplishments. Mr.
Young was then presented an appreciation plaque for his services.
Park/Recreation Advisory. Mrs. DeFelice reiterated that most
of the discussion regarded neighborhood park and playground
equipment in vicinity of McGee School. Sylvester Park Tennis
Court will be re-surfaced and Mr. Erickson, Director of Parks and
Recreation, gave a preview of 1991 Budget and need for more
maintenance workers.
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee. Mr. Hendler acted as
alternate for Mrs. DeFelice and reported that addition to Sr.
Center was discussed and encouraging people to attend Transit
Authority Hearing regarding Dial-a-Ride.
Benton-Franklin Substance Abuse Coalition. Mr. Jensen stated
that Mr. Fleming, of the Governor's Office, addressed the group
on affairs of the State. Various task force reports were given
and Mr. Jensen will check the availability of certain funds.
Tr-MATS. Mr. Kilbury reported that members gave reports on
various transportation programs in their areas. New bike maps
are available as well as aerial photography pictures.
Rivershore Association. Mr. Jensen reported they discussed
Phase II of plan. Each City Council member is encouraged to
review it in City Manager's Office. Mr. Jensen was named chair
person of Levy Improvement.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
MAYOR JACKSON DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN REGARDING COMMUNITY
ACTION COMMITTEE REZONE REQUEST.
It was noted that the Hearing had been duly publicized as
required by law. There were no adverse communications.
Prior to hearing, Mr. Jensen reminded the Council that he was a
representative on CAC Board and if this presented a problem, he
would not participate in the Hearing.
The City Attorney asked Mr. Jensen if he had an open mind on the
subject and felt he could make a fair decision. Mr. Jensen
replied affirmative. A poll of the audience was taken to see if
anyone had any objections to Mr. Jensen participating in the
hearing. There were no objections.
Mr. Dave McDonald reported that Benton-Franklin CAC applied to
have approximately nine acres of vacant land, located at the
northwest corner of 22nd & Sylvester rezoned from C-1 to R-3. It
is proposed to build housing units for low to moderate income
families. The units would be owner occupied, not rentals.
Mr. Tom Brandon, Facilities Director for Pasco School District,
expressed the District's concern due to location, space and
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impact on de-segregation. At the present time, there is a need
for another elementary school and this particular site has been
looked at for future expansion. This year, there has been a 7%
increase in enrollment and this proposed influx could,
potentially, impact the schools to a great degree. He
distributed copies of a letter from Craig Carl, Principal of
Stevens Middle School, objecting to construction because of
increased traffic on 22nd, bussing safety and lack of
playgrounds.
Mrs. Viola Elledge favored area remaining commercial and felt we
should be promoting commercial activity.
Mr. Fred LaMothe, representing owners of property, favored
rezoning the entire parcel to R-3. There is more demand for
housing; further, commercial land could be developed south and
east of proposed property considered for re-zone.
The City Manager explained that the proposed property could be
partially re-zoned; however, it appears the applicant wants all
or nothing - is that correct? Mr. LaMothe replied yes.
Mr. Bill Pitzer, 904 N. 18th, urged the council to deny request
due to increased traffic and no playgrounds.
Ms. Lynelle Summers was concerned about a major arterial less
than two blocks away and its impact on housing in that area.
Mr. Martin Rodriquez, representing CAC, favored the rezone as a
good tax base for the City. He reiterated this was co-op
housing, owner occupied and not rentals. He was opposed to
any partial zone change.
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. 2791.
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING AND CHANGING THE
CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE
CITY OF PASCO FROM C-1 TO R-3.
Mr. Hendler moved to deny the requested rezone on the basis that
circumstances have not changed since the establishment of C-1
zoning for the area. Motion carried by the following roll call
vote. YES: DeFelice, Garrison, Hendler and Kilbury. NO:
Jensen and Jackson. (Ordinance No. 2791 FAILED)
MAYOR JACKSON DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO CONSIDER
ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE SIDEWALK INSTALLATION ON 20TH AVENUE AND
4TH AVENUE:
It was noted that the Hearing had been duly publicized and all
affected property owners notified of the hearing. One
communication was received in opposition from Lona Hendricks.
Mr. Dennis Wright, City Engineer, stated that final costs for
construction are now known and each of the three property owners
has been mailed a copy of the final assessment roll. Staff
suggests that the property owners be allowed to pay off their
assessments in the same manner as would be required for an LID.
Each property owner will have thirty days in which to pay all or
any part of his assessment. Those not paying all of their
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assessment will have a $50 account set-up fee added to their
assessment and will be allowed to pay the remaining balance in
installments over ten (10) years. Mr. Wright acknowledged that
final costs were 13 - 18% above original estimate.
Following three (3) calls from Mayor Jackson for further comments
from the floor, either for or against, the hearing was declared
closed.
ORDINANCE NO. 2792.
AN ORDINANCE CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS ALONG THAT PORTION OF 20TH
AVENUE AND 4TH AVENUE PROVIDED FOR BY RESOLUTION NO.
1915.
Ordinance No. 2792 was read by title only. Mr. Hendler moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2792, confirming the final assessment roll
for the installation of sidewalks on 20th Avenue and 4th Avenue.
Seconded by Mr. Garrison. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 1939.
A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE METHOD OF PAYMENT OF
ASSESSMENTS ON THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 20TH
AVENUE AND 4TH AVENUE SIDEWALK PROJECT AFFIRMED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 2792 AND PROVIDING FOR INTEREST ON UN-
PAID INSTALLMENTS AND FIXING THE RATE THEREOF; AND
FURTHER PROVIDING FOR A MEANS OF FINANCING UNTIL THE
ASSESSMENTS ARE PAID IN FULL; AND FURTHER, PROVIDING
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FOR THE CREATION OF THE 20TH AVENUE/4TH AVENUE SIDEWALK
FUND AND NEW CHAPTER 3.126 PMC.
Resolution No. 1939 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved
to approve Resolution No. 1939, providing for a method of payment
for the assessments on the assessment roll for the construction
of sidewalks on 20th Avenue and 4th Avenue. Seconded by Mr.
Hendler. Motion carried.
MAYOR JACKSON DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN TO CONSIDER THE
ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR REPAIR OF DAMAGED SIDEWALKS.
It was noted that the Hearing had been duly publicized and all
affected property owners notified of the hearing. There were no
adverse communications.
Mr. Dennis Wright, City Engineer, reported that final costs are
now known and each of the two property owners had received
notice. He recommended the same payment method as 20th and 4th
Avenues.
Mr. Harold Herigstad objected to being told he had to put in new
sidewalk when in fact, it could have been patched. He was
opposed to price because the City took out 65' of 5' sidewalk and
patched it when that was what he wanted to do.
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Mr. Wright replied it wasn't patched - they only replaced the
damaged sidewalk.
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. 2793.
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AN ORDINANCE CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE
REPAIR OF SIDEWALKS ALONG THAT PORTION OF COURT STREET
AND SHOSHONE STREET PROVIDED FOR BY RESOLUTION NO. 1916.
Ordinance No. 2793 was read by title only. Mr. Hendler moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 2793, confirming the final assessment roll
for the repair of sidewalks on Court Street and Shoshone Street.
Seconded by Mr. Jensen. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 1940.
A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE METHOD OF PAYMENT OF
ASSESSMENTS ON THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE COURT STREET
AND SHOSHONE STREET SIDEWALK REPAIR PROJECT AFFIRMED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 2793 AND PROVIDING FOR INTEREST ON UNPAID
INSTALLMENTS AND FIXING THE RATE THEREOF; AND FURTHER
PROVIDING FOR A MEANS OF FINANCING UNTIL THE ASSESSMENTS
ARE PAID IN FULL; AND FURTHER PROVIDING FOR THE CREATION
OF THE COURT STREET/SHOSHONE STREET SIDEWALK FUND AND
NEW CHAPTER 3.127 PMC.
Resolution No. 1940 was read by title only. Mrs. DeFelice moved
to approve Resolution No. 1940, providing for a method of payment
for the assessments on the assessment roll for the repair of
sidewalks on Court Street and Shoshone Street. Seconded by Mr.
Garrison. Motion carried.
ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATED TO PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
None.
NEW BUSINESS:
Gymnasium Lighting Bid - King Community Center. Mr. Hendler
moved to award bid for new gymnasium lighting at the Martin
Luther King Jr. Community Center to Sun River Electric Service,
in the total amount, including sales tax, of $12,261.17.
Seconded by Mr. Kilbury. Motion carried.
MISCELLANEOUS - INCLUDING SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL:
Letter of Resignation - Ed Hendler. Mayor Jackson read letter
of resignation from Ed Hendler. Mr. Hendler announced that he
will be a partner in the development of new homes in West Pasco
and felt that could be construed as a conflict of interest.
Mayor Jackson accepted the resignation with regret and stated
Mr. Hendler's presence would be missed.
ADJOURNMENT:
No further business, Mr. Hendler moved for adjournment.
Seconded by Mr. Jensen. Motion arried. Meeting adjourned at
9:25 P.M.
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PASSED and APPROVED this Qfiday of Poue,kn ioe-i^ , 1990
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