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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019.05.13 PPFD MinutesPASCO PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT BOARD MAY 13, 2019 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 4:02 pm., by PPFD President Morrissette, in Conference Room No. 1 at Pasco City Hall. Roll Call: Board Members Present: Spence Jilek, Leonard Dietrich, Mark Morrissette, Caroline Bowdish, and Marie Gillespie (arrived at 4:04 p.m.). Also Present: Craig Maloney, Councilmember, Matt Watkins, Mayor, Stan Strebel, Deputy City Manager, Lee Kerr, City Attorney, Eric Ferguson (arrived at 4:18 p.m.), City Attorney; Zach Ratkai, Administrative & Community Services Director, Dave Zabell (arrived at 4:14 p.m.), City Manager, Brent Kubalek, Recreation Division Manager Approval of Minutes: It was motioned by Mr. Jilek, seconded by Mr. Dietrich, and carried to approve the minutes of the April 16, 2019 Meeting. Claims Approval: NA Financial Report: NA Reports from Committees: NA Old Business/New Business/Other Business: As a result of passing House Bill (HB) 1499, the Board held this Special Meeting. HB 1499 allows the Pasco Public Facilities District to finance, construct and operate one or more recreational facilities. The Board briefly discussed the City's efforts over the last three legislative sessions to secure this authority. The Board discussed next steps for planning for a project and possible ballot measure asking Pasco voters if they wanted to approve a regional aquatics facility. Kerr Ferguson Law provided an overview of the physical process, a Resolution and project scope requirements, as well as the election process. Kerr -Ferguson noted the Resolution, project scope, and statement to voters must be prepared and delivered to the County Auditor's Office at least 60 -days prior to an election. PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT BOARD Meeting Minutes — May 13, 2019 Page - 1 Additionally, the Board discussed the importance of educating voters. All members agreed revisiting the 2016 Feasibility Study and identifying a target election date as important first steps. The Board favors a deliberate approach with the opportunity to thoroughly educate the electorate. Mr. Morrisette requested all members review "Option D" from the of the prior Aquatic Feasibility Study. Mr. Strebel stated "Option D" was the preferred option as it was the most financially sustainable (85% cost recovery rate). The proposed makeup included a large outdoor aquatic facility, a smaller indoor aquatic component, and facilities for other recreational activities, including walkingr ogging, exercise and fitness training. The following actions were taken by the Board: 1. Board will begin meeting on a monthly basis starting in June 2019. 2. Board will request a City Council Liaison. 3. Mr. Jilek moved the Pasco Public Facilities District Board begin the process of pursuing a possible aquatics center project to put forth for consideration of the Pasco City Council. Mr. Dietrich seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Adjournment: There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:07 p.m. Mark Morr ssette, President Angela Pashon, PFD S cretary PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT BOARD Meeting Minutes — May 13, 2019 Page - 2