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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018.02.20 Council Minutes MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 20, 2018 CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Matt Watkins, Mayor. ROLL CALL: Councilmembers present: Ruben Alvarado, Blanche Barajas, Craig Maloney, Saul Martinez, David Milne, Pete Serrano, and Matt Watkins. Staff present: Dave Zabell, City Manager; Eric Ferguson, Acting City Attorney; Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director; Richa Sigdel, Finance Director; Dan Dotta, Interim Administrative & Community Services Director; Ken Roske, Deputy Police Chief and Bob Gear, Fire Chief; Mary Heather Ames, Sr. Civil Engineer and Michael Morales, Economic Development Program Manager. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Minutes To approve the Minutes of the Pasco City Council Regular Meeting dated February 05, 2018. Bills and Communications To approve claims in the total amount of $1,978,925.20 ($1,180,645.53 in Check Nos. 220570-220836; $98,091.54 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 819677, 819742-819744, 819746-819747; $28,133.21 in Check Nos. 51412-51436; $670,294.99 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 30116821-30117300; $1,759.93 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 450-452). To approve bad debt write-off for Utility Billing, Ambulance, Cemetery, General Accounts, Miscellaneous Accounts, and Municipal Court (non- criminal, criminal, and parking) accounts receivable in the total amount of $247,499.68 and, of that amount, authorize $158,657.36 to be turned over for collection. Final Plat: Chiawana Heights (MF#FP2017-012) To approve the Final Plat for Chiawana Heights. MOTION: Mr. Maloney moved to approve the Consent Agenda as read. Mr. Martinez seconded. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote. VISITORS - OTHER THAN AGENDA ITEMS: --- Felix Vargas, 900 Rd 64 -discussed school safety and gun violence. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS: Mr. Maloney reported that he and Mr. Milne attended the TRIDEC Economic Outlook session last Thursday. One of the takeaways was that the Tri Cities economy has become a lot more diversified. Page 1 of 3 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 20, 2018 Mr. Alvarado reported he attended the Greater Columbia Accountable Community of Health meeting, noting he is learning a lot about healthcare. Also, attended the State Auditor Exit Conference at which the City received positive reviews. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS: Purchasing Authority MOTION: Mr. Maloney moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4379, amending Chapter 3.85 "Purchasing" of the Pasco Municipal Code, directing the City Manager to prepare a Comprehensive Purchasing Policy and Providing for Reporting and, further, authorize publication by summary only. Mr. Serrano seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Ordinance modifying PMC 5.04.170 "Business License and Regulations - Exemptions" Council and staff discussed the proposed ordinance. MOTION: Mr. Maloney moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4380 amending the section of Business License and Regulations - Exemptions, Section 5.04.170 of the Pasco Municipal Code; and, further, authorize publication by summary only. Mr. Martinez seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Inclusivity Commission Council and staff discussed. Citizen testimony: • Mr. Jeffrey Robinson - Thanked the Council for establishing this commission. • Mr. John Trumbo, Kennewick - Encouraged the Council to exercise wisdom and consider if this is Council's role. • Mr. Felix Vargas, 900 Road 64 - In favor of the commission. • Ms. Uby Creek, Kennewick - A member of the Diversity Commission in Kennewick. Thankful you are considering something like this. • Mr. Hoffmann, 526 N. 8th - Asked the Council whether all groups will be included on the commission • Mr. Brad Peck, 200 N. Rd 44 - Spoke of the law of unintended consequences and that this must be 360 degrees inclusive of all views otherwise it could lead to more division. MOTION: Mr. Maloney moved to approve Resolution No. 3820, establishing an Inclusivity Commission. Ms. Barajas seconded. Motion carried by unanimous Roll Call vote. Councilmember Use of Social Media Council and staff discussed. MOTION: Mr. Maloney moved to approve Resolution No. 3921, adopting the City Councilmember Social Media Policy. Mr. Alvarado seconded. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: Page 2 of 3 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING PASCO CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 20, 2018 Professional Services Agreement with JUB Engineers for Lewis Street Overpass,No. 13007 MOTION: Mr. Maloney moved to approve the Professional Services Agreement for the design services of the Lewis Street Overpass project, and further, authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement. Mr. Martinez seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Council Communications and Phones Council and staff discussed. Council wanted staff to look into offering an alternative phone number to Council members. Mr. Zabell would be emailing information to Council. MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION: Mr. Zabell discussed: • At State Auditor's Accountability Audit Meeting we received no findings. • The Downtown Pasco Specialty Kitchen received new awnings to go with the new façade. • The Mother and Son Dance was a big success; the new classroom was used for the first time for this event. • The State Legislative Agenda will be discussed by Dale Learn and Paul Hoover, with Gordon, Thomas, Honeywell, at the March 26th Workshop Meeting. Mr. Serrano thanked the 1st Responders present in the audience. Mr. Martinez commented on collaboration with the school district to ensure our kids safety. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: O1379 Matt Watkins, Mayor Daniela Erickson, City Clerk Page 3 of 3