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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990.09.04 Council MinutesMINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 4, 1990 CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Joe Jackson, Mayor. By Deputy City Clerk. Councilmen present were: Joyce I DeFelice, Michael Garrison, Ed Hendler, Joe Jackson, Chris Jensen, and Charles Kilbury. Councilman E.A. Snider was absent (excused). Also present were: Greg Rubstello, City Attorney; Gary Crutchfield, City Manager; Richard Erickson, Director of Parks & Recreation; David McDonald, Director of Community Development, and James Ajax, Director of Public Works. 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: Voucher Nos. 16944 through 17149; and 17150 through 17349. To approve bad debt write-offs for utility billing, ambulance, and Municipal Court non-criminal accounts receivable in the total amount of $56,668.68 and, of that amount, authorize $51,434.46 be turned over for collection. c) Resolution No. 1933. A Resolution for the acceptance of work by Fencing Unlimited to install a fence at Sylvester Park and commencement of a thirty day lien. PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Yard of the Month Awards. Mayor Jackson presented and commended the following individuals for their contribution in the beautification of their own yards as well as the City of Pasco: 1. Ronnie & Karen Campbell, 430 S. Sycamore. 2. Don & Carol Harris, 202 S. 26th. 3. Rex & Edna Phillips, 412 N. 9th. 4. Josephine Bortz, 1315 N. 18th. 5. Ray & Wyoma White, 948 W. Agate. 6. Keith & Elaine Maki, 4107 Desert Plateau Drive. VISITORS: None. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS: Pasco Downtown Development Association Board of Directors. Mr. ROLL CALL: a) Approval of Minutes. To approve minutes of regular and special meetings, held August 20 and 27, 1990, respectively. b) Bills. To approve General Claims in the amount of $705,101.09 ($15,805.44 being in the form of Wire Transfer Nos. 2604 and 2605; and $689,295.65 consisting of Claim Warrant Nos. 66802 through 66960.) ITo approve Payroll Claims in the amount of $351,571.47; Payroll -1- MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 4, 1990 Kilbury reported concern of PDDA over the Chamber of Commerce supporting Richland Grand Prix Races rather than Autumnfest. There will be a meeting of the Executive Boards of PDDA and Chamber of Commerce to discuss this. The revised budget was approved and the group reviewed list of outgoing and incoming businesses to the City of Pasco. Benton-Franklin Governmental Conference. Mr. Kilbury reported that Don Morton spoke on SHB 2929 and Initiative 547. Three programs were endorsed; namely, SE Washington Area Agency on Aging for development of a delivery system for older persons living in their homes, and two Kennewick Irrigation District LID's. A report was given on role of the Edison Street Citizens Advisory Task Force, the Hillsboro Street Interchange Study, and the Dial-A-Ride Computerization Project. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCE NO. 2789. AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING AMUSEMENT DEVICES; AND AMENDING SECTION 5.20.050 OF THE PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE. Ordinance No. 2789 was read by title only. Mr. Garrison moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2789, an Ordinance concerning amusement devices and permitting their use and operation before and after school hours, and amending Chapter 5.20.050 of the Pasco Municipal Code. Seconded by Mr. Hendler. Mrs. Lydia Sisk reminded the council that there would be a great many children and was concerned about supervision. Mr. Mitchell replied that four (4) personnel were on duty during the day to supervise. The facility is well lighted, lots of space and the restrooms are kept clean. No horseplay will be allowed and children will not be allowed during school hours. Mrs. Alice Doncaster stated she lived close to Tri-R-Hobbies and felt the Ordinance was necessary originally when former business had video machines. Further, she did not feel that video machines were a profitable way for children to spend their time because they watch races until 4:15 P.M. so they can then play the videos. She urged the Council to deny request. Main motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). RESOLUTION NO. 1934. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND SIGN FARM LEASES ON BEHALF OF THE CITY. Resolution No. 1934 was read by title only. Mr. Jensen moved to approve Resolution No. 1934, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and sign City farm leases under certain conditions. Seconded by Mr. Garrison. Mr. Hendler was hesitant to give the City Manager a carte blanche check year in and year out. He felt it was the Council's responsibility to monitor. Mr. Kilbury concurred this was normal procedure; however, in this one case the Council -2- MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 4, 1990 should make an exception. Further, the Council has the authority to rescind any action they feel necessary. Mr. Hendler asked if this was an on-going Resolution. The City Manager replied the Resolution grants continuing but limited authority. If he had adequate time, he would bring each lease before Council; the authority granted by the Resolution will only be used as necessary. Mr. Garrison stated they should rely on prudent judgement of the City Manager. Main motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. NEW BUSINESS: Financial Participation in Stampede Pass Rail Line Study. Mrs. DeFelice moved to authorize the expenditure of up to $600 for Pasco's share of participating in the Stampede Pass Rail Line Study. Seconded by Mr. Garrison. It was reported that the Legislature had authorized a study between Moses Lake and Seattle but didn't provide the funding nor was the budget put together in time to obtain funding. The question was asked why a study was necessary when it should be DOT's responsibility. Mr. Crutchfield explained the study must be completed before Burlington Northern abandons the line and sells it, which will occur prior to the next legislative session. Further, why not proportion it by population for local contributions? Mr. Crutchfield explained that the cost-sharing formula could just as well include the degree of benefit to each jurisdiction involved; although Pasco's population is small, it would certainly benefit more than other larger cities. That consideration, together with the small one-time expense, leads to the recommendation that Pasco participates for up to $600. Motion carried. Mr. Hendler voting no. Old Bridge Removal - Supplemental No. 5 to Municipal Agreement. Mr. Hendler moved to authorize the Mayor to sign Supplement No. 5 to the Municipal Agreement between the City of Pasco and Washington State Department of Transportation; providing for funding Phase 2 of the Old Bridge Removal. Seconded by Mr. Jensen. Mr. Jensen stated the evening news indicated the piers were being used for fishing docks. Mr. Hendler and Mr. Ajax had been in Olympia this date and no final authorization for removal had been made. Tentative costs have been estimated at $320,000 to $400,000 for removal of the piers. Estimates to build a fishing pier should come in next week at an approximate cost of $200,000. The money has been appropriated but bid package must be out by the end of this month because it's in this year's budget. Next year, all budgets will be reduced. Main motion carried by roll call vote of six (6). MISCELLANEOUS - INCLUDING SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL: Traffic Signal at 22nd & Court. Mayor Jackson thanked staff and contractor for getting signal installed in time for school to start. -3- , Mayor , 1990. / MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 4, 1990 United Artist Increase. Discussion ensued on proposed increases for cable service. Mr. Kilbury questioned legality of $3.00 late charge. The City Manager will follow up on this and report back to the Council. School Board Meeting. The City Manager reported that he and the School Superintendant, Larry Nyland, had tentatively set Tuesday, September 25, 1990, 5:30 - 7:30 P.M. at the School Administration Building as the time and place for a joint meeting between the School Board and City Council. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss common concerns, particularly the gang/crime problems. Smoking Ban in City Hall. Mr. Hendler noted the ban on smoking at City Hall recently declared by the City Manager, and asked that this matter be placed on workshop agenda as he had some concerns about the law. The City Manager was directed to provide an information report. ADJOURNMENT: No further business, Mr. Hendler moved for adjournment. Seconded by Mr. Jensen Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:42 P.M. ATTEST: AVIALI Mary neRalls, Deputy City Clerk PASSED and APPROVED this /7 day o