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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019.11.04 Council Meeting PacketRegular Meeting AGENDA PASCO CITY COUNCIL 7:00 p.m. November 4, 2019 Page 1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. ROLL CALL: (a) Pledge of Allegiance 3. CONSENT AGENDA: All items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by roll call vote as one motion (in the form listed below). There will be no separate discussion of these items. If further discussion is desired by Council members or the public, the item may be removed from the Consent Agenda to the Regular Agenda and considered separately. 5 - 11 (a) Approval of Meeting Minutes To approve the minutes of the Pasco City Council Meeting held on October 21, 2019 and the Special Meeting held on October 28, 2019. 12 - 13 (b) Bills and Communications To approve claims in the total amount of $8,908,811.87 ($2,384,816.61 in Check Nos. 232071-232326; $1,418,114.73 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 826092-826130, 826138-826152, 826157-826214, 826216-826286, 826299- 826335, 826341-826402, 826448-826457; $19,940.92 in Check Nos. 53041- 53061; $889,125.16 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 30140420-30140943; $4,196,814.45 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 632-633). 14 - 20 (c) Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) Recommendations To approve the allocation of 2020 Lodging Tax receipts as recommended by the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee as shown in the LTAC minutes of October 21, 2019. (RC) MOTION: I move to approve the Consent Agenda as read. 4. PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: 5. VISITORS - OTHER THAN AGENDA ITEMS: This item is provided to allow citizens the opportunity to bring items to the attention of the City Council or to express an opinion on an issue. Its purpose is not to provide a venue for debate or for the posing of questions with the expectation of an immediate response. Some Page 1 of 217 Regular Meeting November 4, 2019 questions require consideration by Council over time and after a deliberative process with input from a number of different sources; some questions are best directed to staff members who have access to specific information. Citizen comments will normally be limited to three minutes each by the Mayor. Those with lengthy messages are invited to summarize their comments and/or submit written information for consideration by the Council outside of formal meetings. 6. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS: (a) Verbal Reports from Councilmembers (b) General Fund Operating Statement 7. HEARINGS AND COUNCIL ACTION ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS RELATING THERETO: 21 - 30 (a) Partial Alley Vacation: Tri-Cities Community Health (MF# VAC2019- 005) CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. 4467, vacating a portion of the alley at the Tri-Cities Community Health Center, and further, authorize publication by summary only. 8. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS: 31 - 36 (a) Municipal Purposes Annexation - Court Street Fire Station #84 (ANX 2019-002) MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. 4468, an Ordinance of the City of Pasco, Washington, annexing certain real property generally located in the area of West Court Street between Marie Street to the south and Court Street to the north, and Roads 49 and 50 to the City of Pasco, and assigning zoning to same; and further, authorize publication by summary only. 37 - 74 (b) Floodplain Management Ordinance Code Update (CA 2019-012) MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. 4469, relating to floodplain management, amending Title 24 of the Pasco Municipal Code entitled "Floodplain," and further, authorize publication by summary only. 75 - 99 (c) Pasco-Colima Cooperation & Friendship Agreement MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. 3917, regarding a Cooperation and Friendship Agreement between the State of Colima of the United Mexican States and the City of Pasco, Washington, and authorize the Page 2 of 217 Regular Meeting November 4, 2019 Mayor and City Manager to execute the agreement. 100 - 108 (d) Orthophoto Mapping Intergovernmental Agreement MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. 3918, authorizing the City Manager to execute the Intergovernmental Agreement with Benton County for aerial photography and orthophoto mapping of areas within the City of Pasco. 109 - 200 (e) 2020-2024 Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan and Elements MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. 3919, adopting the 2020-2024 Tri-Cities HOME Consortium Consolidated Plan and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 10. NEW BUSINESS: 201 - 206 (a) Agreement in Principle with the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation MOTION: I move to approve the Agreement in Principle with the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. 207 - 217 (b) National Citizen's Survey MOTION: I move to authorize staff to contract for the National Citizen's Survey including standard mail survey, Spanish and district-based geographic options, and to include the three policy questions as discussed. 11. MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION: 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION: 13. ADJOURNMENT: (a) (RC) Roll Call Vote Required * Item not previously discussed Q Quasi-Judicial Matter MF# “Master File #....” (b) REMINDERS: Page 3 of 217 Regular Meeting November 4, 2019 • Thursday, November 7, 5:30 PM: Parks & Recreation Advisory Board – P&R Classroom, Pasco City Hall (COUNCILMEMBER DAVID MILNE, Rep.; COUNCILMEMBER SAUL MARTINEZ, Alt.) This meeting is broadcast live on PSC -TV Channel 191 on Charter Cable and streamed at www.pasco-wa.gov/psctvlive. Audio equipment available for the hearing impaired; contact the Clerk for assistance. Spanish language interpreter service may be provided upon request. Please provide two business day's notice to the City Clerk to ensure availability. (Servicio de intérprete puede estar disponible con aviso. Por favor avisa la Secretaria Municipal dos días antes para garantizar la disponibilidad.) Page 4 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 21, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Debby Barham, City Clerk Administrative & Community Services SUBJECT: Approval of Meeting Minutes I. REFERENCE(S): Draft 10.21.19 Council Minutes Draft 10.28.19 Council Minutes II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: To approve the minutes of the Pasco City Council Meeting held on October 21, 2019 and the Special Meeting held on October 28, 2019. III. FISCAL IMPACT: None IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: V. DISCUSSION: Page 5 of 217 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 21, 2019 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, City Attorney; Steve Worley, Public Works Director; Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director; Richa Sigdel, Finance Director; Zach Ratkai, Administrative & Community Services Director; Ken Roske, Police Chief; and Debby Barham, City Clerk. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of Meeting Minutes To approve the minutes of the Pasco City Council Meeting dated October 7, 2019. Bills and Communications To approve claims in the total amount of $5,478,105.43 ($3,849,175.86 in Check Nos. 231768-232070; $834,733.35 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 826289- 826298, 826336-826340; $22,731.71 in Check Nos. 53016-53040; $768,415.65 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 30139893-30140419; $3,048.86 in Electronic Transfer No. 631). 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 $204,584.43 and, of that amount, authorize $115,633.25 to be turned over for collection. (RC) MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to approve the Consent Agenda as read. Seconded by Mr. Martinez. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Ecology's 2018 Perfect Compliance Award - Wastewater Treatment Plant Mr. Worley introduced Adriana Borgias and Diana Washington, both from the Washington State Department of Ecology who were at the meeting to present the 2018 Perfect Compliance Award for the City of Pasco's Wastewater Treatment Plant. Ms. Borgias stated that this was the fifth year in a row that Pasco's Wastewater Treatment Plant has received this award. Ms. Borgias asked that the Public Works staff present at the meeting stand up and accept the award, which included: Heath Bateman, Public Works Division Manager; Todd Marden, Chief Wastewater Operator; Brett Christiano, Wastewater Operator; Rodney Merry, Wastewater Operator; Travis Newman, Wastewater Operator; and Bryan Mooso, Wastewater Operator. Ms. Borgias also thanked the other staff that were unable to attend the meeting, which Page 1 of 4 Page 6 of 217 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 21, 2019 included: Aggie Garcia, Wastewater Operator; John Armour, Wastewater Operator; Sam Suarez, Laboratory Technician; Scott Sadek, Utility Maintenance Worker; and Abel Pena, Utility Maintenance Worker. Council also expressed thanks to the Public Works staff for this achievement and encouraged them to keep up the excellent work on maintaining the City's Wastewater Treatment Plant. VISITORS - OTHER THAN AGENDA ITEMS: Mr. Jordan Chaney invited Council to the "Pasco Day of Hope," scheduled for Saturday, November 2, 2019, located at the Pasco School District's Parking Lot near Vinny's Bakery. Mr. Chaney asked if Council could make this an annual holiday. Mayor Watkins stated that Council would gladly provide a proclamation to Mr. Chaney for the Pasco Day of Hope. Mr. Serrano added, that the City of Pasco's Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Commission may also be a resource for Mr. Chaney related to this event in future years. Ms. Barajas encouraged everyone to attend the event and provided additional details of the event. Lastly, Mr. Chaney distributed copies of, "Keep Ya Head Up," book to Council and staff. Mayor Watson confirmed that the value of a book did not exceed a value of $25. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND/OR OFFICERS: Verbal Reports from Councilmembers Mr. Martinez stated that he and other Councilmembers recently attended the reception for the new Downtown Pasco Development Authority (DPDA) Director. Mr. Alvarado attended the Good Roads & Transportation Association meeting and he was elected President for the Association for next year. Mr. Maloney recently participated in a Washington State University student government group activity. Mr. Milne noted that he attended the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce lunch and the DPDA meeting. Mayor Watkins commented that the vacant Position No. 5 on the Law Enforcement Officers and Fire Fighters (LEOFF) Disability Board was recently filled. Also, Mayor Watkins attended a panel hosted by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Washington. Lastly, Mayor Watkins attended the recent Benton Franklin Council of Governments. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS: Ordinances - Federal Communication Commission 5G Preemption MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4462, Page 2 of 4 Page 7 of 217 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 21, 2019 amending PMC Section 15.10.050 "Determination by City;" and further, authorize publication by summary only. Ms. Barajas seconded. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4463, amending Ordinance No. 4413; and amending PMC Section 15.10.025 "Supplemental Definitions" and providing for Corrections;" and further, authorize publication by summary only. Mr. Serrano seconded. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4464, amending Ordinance No. 4415; and amending PMC Chapter 15.100 "Small Cell Tower Deployment Within the Public Right-of-Way;" and further, authorize publication summary only. Mr. Milne seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Motion: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4465, amending Ordinance No. 4416; and amending PMC Chapter 15.110 "Small Cell Tower Deployment Outside the Public Right-of -Way;" and further, authorize publication by summary only. Ms. Barajas seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution - Lewis Street Overpass Project BNSF Easement Mr. Worley provided a brief review of the actions taken to date for the completion of the Lewis Street Overpass Project. Council had a brief question and answer period with staff. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to approve Resolution No. 3916, authorizing the City Manager to sign the BNSF Easement and Permit Acquisition for the City of Pasco, Lewis Street Overpass Project. Mr. Martinez seconded. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: 2020 Ad Valorem Tax Levy Mr. Zabell introduced the 2020 Ad Valorem Tax Levy and noted that 2020 will be the second year of a biennium budget. Ms. Sigdel stated that the Ad Valorem Tax is also known as property tax. Ms. Sigdel presented the options of either taking the 1% of the property tax increase or banking that capacity for future use; provided a comparison of neighboring Cities and the City of Pasco; a breakdown of how the property tax assessment is shared between the state, county, school district, port authority and the City of Pasco; and an explanation of real property value assessment. Ms. Sigdel also discussed the other revenue sources that the City of Pasco receives. Ms. Sigdel stated that with the recent increase of property value assessments, the property tax assessment will be reduced in 2020. Mr. Zabell stated that there was no action requested during this meeting and an action will be forthcoming at a Special Council Meeting where staff is recommending that Council bank the 1% property tax allowing that capacity be available future use. Council and staff had a brief question and answer period. Page 3 of 4 Page 8 of 217 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 21, 2019 Bid Award: Irrigation Pump Station Project Mr. Worley shared a photo of the Process Water Reuse Facility to Council and explained the need for a new Irrigation Pump Station. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to award the PWRF Irrigation Pump Station project to Apollo, Inc. in the amount of $8,048,615.76, and further, authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents. Mr. Alvarado seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Tourism Promotion Area 2020 Budget MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to approve the 2020 Marketing Plan and Operating Budget for the Tourism Promotion Area in the total amount of $1,614,181. Mr. Martinez seconded. Motion carried unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION: Mr. Zabell announced that the Pasco Public Facilities District (PPFD) Board will hold a special meeting and later in the evening an open house on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 to discuss the proposed aquatic facilities. Mr. Zabell also announced that the City Channel 191 will go to high-definition later in the week. Lastly, Mr. Zabell asked that Richa Sigdel and her staff including Griselda Garcia, Lead Accountant and Darcy Buckley, Lead Account come forward to accept the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Award. Mayor Pro Tem Maloney reiterated Mr. Zabell's announcement that the PPFD Board will hold a special meeting and open house scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, 2019, to discuss the proposed aquatic facilities. Mr. Maloney congratulated Ms. Sigdel and her staff for the excellent work they perform for the City. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:18 PM. PASSED and APPROVED THIS 4th day of November, 2019. APPROVED: ATTEST: Matt Watkins, Mayor Debra Barham, City Clerk Page 4 of 4 Page 9 of 217 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 28, 2019 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, David Milne, Pete Serrano, and Matt Watkins. Staff present: Dave Zabell, City Manager; Eric Ferguson, City Attorney; Steve Worley, Public Works Director; Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director; Richa Sigdel, Finance Director; Zach Ratkai, Administrative & Community Services Director and Bob Gear, Fire Chief. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance by Boy Scout Troupe No. 231. HEARINGS AND COUNCIL ACTION ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS RELATING THERETO: 2020 Ad Valorem Tax Levy CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING Ms. Sigdel stated that the 2020 Ad Valorem Tax as it was discussed in detail at the Council Workshop held on October 21, 2019 and there was no additional information to add at this time. Ms. Sigdel noted that the City anticipates a $1.2 to $1.5 million revenue increase in 2020 and that is above and beyond what was approved in the balanced 2019-2020 Biennium Budget. Lastly, Ms. Sigdel stated that the mid-budget adjustments will be forthcoming for Council review and approval. Mayor Watkins declared the Public Hearing open to consider the 202 Ad Valorem Tax. Jeffrey Robinson, City of Pasco resident, expressed support for Council's decision for the 2020 Ad Valorem Tax recommended by City staff. Following three calls for comments, and there being none, Mayor Watkins declared the Public Hearing closed. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Maloney moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4466, providing for an increase in the regular property taxes of the City for levy in 2019 and collection in the 2020 tax year; preserving levy capacity for future years; providing for related matters; and authorizing the City Clerk to transmit a certified copy of this ordinance to the Franklin County Assessor on or before November 30, 2019; and, further, authorize publication by summary only. Mr. Alvarado seconded. The motion carried unanimously. Page 10 of 217 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES PASCO CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 28, 2019 ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Watkins adjourned the special meeting at 7:08 PM. APPROVED and PASSED THIS 4th day of November, 2019. APPROVED: ATTEST: Matt Watkins, Mayor Debra Barham, City Clerk Page 11 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 31, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Richa Sigdel, Director Finance SUBJECT: Bills and Communications I. REFERENCE(S): Accounts Payable 11.04.19 II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: To approve claims in the total amount of $8,908,811.87 ($2,384,816.61 in Check Nos. 232071-232326; $1,418,114.73 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 826092-826130, 826138- 826152, 826157-826214, 826216-826286, 826299-826335, 826341-826402, 826448- 826457; $19,940.92 in Check Nos. 53041-53061; $889,125.16 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 30140420-30140943; $4,196,814.45 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 632-633). III. FISCAL IMPACT: IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: V. DISCUSSION: Page 12 of 217 REPORTING PERIOD: November 4, 2019 Claims Bank Payroll Bank Gen'l Bank Electronic Bank Combined Check Numbers 232071-232326 53041-53061 Total Check Amount $2,384,816.61 $19,940.92 Total Checks 2,404,757.53$ Electronic Transfer Numbers 826092-826130 30140420-30140943 632-633 826138-826152 826157-826214 826216-826286 826299-826335 826341-826402 826448-826457 Total EFT Amount $1,418,114.73 $889,125.16 $4,196,814.45 $0.00 Total EFTs 6,504,054.34$ Grand Total 8,908,811.87$ Councilmember 543,546.79 26,927.65 0.00 0.00 8,465.56 1,978.09 84,528.29 5,497.87 1,994.76 52,496.69 3,409.46 3,224.86 480.40 1,599.29 74,063.81 291.50 HOTEL/MOTEL EXCISE TAX 12,086.70 0.00 998,371.57 717,627.95 20,214.99 970.69 10,126.09 0.00 260,663.36 POOLED INVESTMENT 4,196,814.45 755.80 1,882,675.25 GRAND TOTAL ALL FUNDS:8,908,811.87$ EQUIPMENT RENTAL - REPLACEMENT GOVERNMENTAL EQUIPMENT RENTAL - REPLACEMENT BUSINESS MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE FLEX PAYROLL CLEARING EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OPERATING BUSINESS REVOLVING ABATEMENT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STADIUM/CONVENTION CENTER LID GENERAL CAP PROJECT CONSTRUCTION UTILITY, WATER/SEWER EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OPERATING GOVERNMENTAL RIVERSHORE TRAIL & MARINA MAIN C.D. BLOCK GRANT MARTIN LUTHER KING COMMUNITY CENTER AMBULANCE SERVICE CEMETERY ATHLETIC PROGRAMS GOLF COURSE SENIOR CENTER OPERATING MULTI-MODAL FACILITY STREET OVERLAY City of Pasco, Franklin County, Washington We, the undersigned, do hereby certify under penalty of perjury the materials have been furnished, the services rendered or the labor performed as described herein and the claim is a just, due and unpaid obligation against the city and we are authorized to authenticate and certify to such claim. Dave Zabell, City Manager Richa Sigdel, Finance Director We, the undersigned City Councilmembers of the City Council of the City of Pasco, Franklin County, Washington, do hereby certify on this 4th day of November, 2019 that the merchandise or services hereinafter specified have been received and are approved for payment: Councilmember SUMMARY OF CLAIMS BY FUND: GENERAL FUND STREET ARTERIAL STREET The City Council October 17 - 30, 2019 C I T Y O F P A S C O Council Meeting of: Accounts Payable Approved Page 13 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 30, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Angela Pashon, Policy Analyst Executive SUBJECT: Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) Recommendations I. REFERENCE(S): 2020 Lodging Tax Requests 2016-2019 Lodging Tax Summary 2014-2019 Lodging Tax Reporting 10.21.19 LTAC Minutes II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: To approve the allocation of 2020 Lodging Tax receipts as recommended by the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee as shown in the LTAC minutes of October 21, 2019. III. FISCAL IMPACT: IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: State law authorizes the collection of the 2% local tax on lodging facilities (hotels and motels). The funds originally could be used for stadiums and for tourism promotion activities. In 1993, like several cities prior to that time, Pasco was granted an additional 2% lodging tax authority to help pay specifically for the City's share of TRAC, currently known as HAPO Center. The legislature subsequently increased the base lodging tax to 4% and eliminated the individual taxing authorizations. The amended also required the establishment of a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) to review and recommend proposed uses of the lodging tax annually. In 2013, the legislature (in response to the lodging industry) further amended the statue to require additional annual reporting on the use of the lodging tax. The new reporting requirement became effective for 2014 tax uses (a copy of the City's 2018 report completed in early 2019 is attached). Page 14 of 217 V. DISCUSSION: The Pasco LTAC convened on October 21, 2019, to review eight proposals received for use of the 2019 Lodging Tax receipts. After reviewing historical uses of the lodging tax, and the individual requests, the LTAC recommended allocation as outlined below: • $260,000 (est.) TRAC (HAPO Center), 50% of actual operating costs • $160,000 Baseball Stadium Improvements Debt Service (20 year obligation on $2 million beginning 2019) • $152,220 (est.) Visit Tri-Cities Promotion Services (50% of 2%) • $ 3,900 Fund Administration and Expenses • $ 10,000 Water Follies Event • $ 5,000 Arc of Tri-Cities Event • $ 20,000 Franklin County Historic Society Facility Improvements • $ 20,000 Pasco Chamber of Commerce Events • $ 8,000 Downtown Pasco Development Authority Event Marketing • $639,100 TOTAL While the requests and LTAC recommendation total spending in the amount of $639,100 for 2020, annual revenue is estimated at $625,000. The Stadium/Convention Center Fund has a fund balance of approximately $508,000 (upon bond issuance fund balance will be restored) which may be allocated for any 2020 overage, if needed. RCW 67.28.1816 2(b)(ii) provides the latitude that the City has with respect to the recommendations of the LTAC: "The municipality may choose only recipients from the list of candidates and recommended amounts provided by the local lodging tax advisory committee." that determine can Council the alternative, the In the recommendation is not acceptable and remand the matter back the LTAC Committee. The LTAC Committee's recommendations are consistent with Council's goals and prior policy direction, accordingly, staff recommends Council approval of the LTAC allocations, as shown in the LTAC minutes of October 21, 2019. Page 15 of 217 2020 LODGING TAX REQUESTS TRAC/HAPO* ................................................................................................................... $260,000 Baseball Stadium Improvements** ................................................................................... $160,000 Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau*** ...................................................................... $152,200 Fund Administration & Expenses .......................................................................................... $3,900 Water Follies ........................................................................................................................ $10,000 Arc of Tri-Cities ..................................................................................................................... $5,000 Franklin County Historic Society ........................................................................................ $20,000 Pasco Chamber of Commerce .............................................................................................. $20,000 Downtown Pasco Development Authority ............................................................................ $8,000 TOTAL REQUESTED ...................................................................................................... $639,100 Annual Amount Available (est.) ........................................................................................ $625,000 Estimated Fund Balance Stadium/Convention Center Fund**** ...................................... $65,000 TOTAL ........................................................................................................................... $690,000 *Interlocal Agreement between City of Pasco and Franklin County. ** Debt service on $2 million improvements to begin 2020 upon bond issuance. ***Interlocal Agreement between cities of Pasco, Kennewick and Richland with Tri-Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau (VCB) to provide 50% of annual 2% lodging tax receipts to VCB. ****YTD improvements are expensed using fund balance, fund balance will be recouped upon bond issuance. Page 16 of 217 2019 2019 2018 2017 2016 Estimated 10/18/2019 SOURCE 2% Lodging Tax (HAPO)320,000$ 312,500$ 342,065$ 325,587$ 271,529$ 2% Lodging Tax (General)320,000$ 312,500$ 342,065$ 325,587$ 271,529$ TOTAL ANNUAL SOURCES 640,000$ 625,000$ 684,130$ 651,174$ 543,058$ Fund Balance #65,000$ 508,000$ 508,000$ -$ -$ TOTAL SOURCES 705,000$ 1,133,000$ 1,192,130$ 651,174$ 543,058$ USES TRAC/HAPO*230,000$ 275,000$ 218,116$ 122,002$ 273,948$ Stadium Debt -$ 160,000$ -$ 127,188$ 127,188$ Stadium HVAC -$ -$ 24,693$ -$ -$ VCB Promotion Services***143,122$ 143,122$ 134,920$ 126,582$ 123,181$ Pasco Chamber 20,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 10,000$ Downtown Pasco Development Authority 8,000$ 8,000$ 7,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ Fund Administration 3,811$ 7,100$ 3,811$ 9,526$ 9,339$ TOTAL USES 404,933$ 613,222$ 408,540$ 410,298$ 548,656$ # YTD improvements are expensed using fund balance, fund balance will be recouped upon bond issuance. *Interlocal Agreement between City of Pasco and Franklin County **Debt service on $2 million improvements to begin 2020 upon bond issuance Budget Actual Actual Actual ***Interlocal Agreement between cities of Pasco, Kennewick and Richland with Tri-Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau (VCB) to provide 50% of annual 2% lodging tax receipts to VCB.Page 17 of 217 Year Organization Activity Type Activity Name Funds Requested  Funds Awarded  Total Activity Cost  Overall Attendance Projected  Overall Attendance Actual  Fifty Miles Attendance Projected  Fifty Miles Attendance Actual 2014 Pasco Chamber Event/Festival Agricultural Trade Show 10,000$         10,000$          15,600$            3,000             3,158             500                  NULL2015 Pasco Chamber Event/Festival Agricultural Trade Show 10,000$         10,000$          15,600$            1,653             600                  794                 2016 Pasco Chamber Event/Festival Marketing/Festivals/Events 10,000$         10,000$          322,958$          4,000             4,000             825                  700                 2017 Pasco Chamber Event/Festival Marketing/Festivals/Events 20,000$         20,000$          339,075$          4,700             4,100             825                  845                 2018 Pasco Chamber Event/Festival Marketing/Festivals/Events 20,000$         20,000$          20,000$            4,700             3,759             835                  1,428             2019 Pasco Chamber Event/Festival Marketing/Festivals/Events 20,000$         20,000$          2014 Tri‐Cities Vistor and Convention Bureau Marketing Destination Marketing 117,280$       117,280$       2,006,401$       NULL NULL NULL NULL2015 Tri‐Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau Marketing Destination Marketing 115,806$       129,895$       2,006,401$       880,179         1,829,000     653,000          307,826         2016 Tri‐Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau Marketing Destination Marketing 123,000$       123,000$       2,354,084$       91,886           38,099          91,886            38,099           2017 Tri‐Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau Marketing Destination Marketing 125,695$       125,695$       2,332,185$       38,139           38,675          38,139            38,675           2018 Tri‐Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau Marketing Destination Marketing 132,609$       132,609$       135,315$          39,375           36,585          39,375            36,585           2019 Tri‐Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau Marketing Destination Marketing 143,122$       143,122$       2014 City of Pasco‐Stadium Facility Stadium Debt Service 127,000$       103,000$       127,188$          NULL 95,940          NULL 7,400             2015 City of Pasco‐Stadium Facility Stadium Debt Service 122,000$       127,188$       142,691$          95,940           95,396          7,400               7,200             2016 City of Pasco‐Stadium Facility Stadium Debt Service 122,000$       127,187$       147,144$          96,000           100,214        7,400               12,000           2017 City of Pasco‐Stadium Facility Stadium Debt Service 118,305$       127,187$       167,510$          96,000           101,357        7,400               12,000           2018 City of Pasco‐Stadium Facility Stadium Debt Service 127,188$       127,188$       127,188$          100,000         89,183          12,000            12,000           2018 City of Pasco‐Stadium Facility HVAC Imp. 35,000$         35,000$          24,693$            102,000         89,183          12,000            12,000           2014 City of Pasco‐TRAC Facility TRAC Debt Service and Operations 230,000$       230,000$       354,000$          NULL 181,331        NULL 1,803             2015 City of Pasco‐TRAC Facility TRAC Operations/Debt Service 240,000$       256,366$       512,733$          250,000         164,706        45,000            4,050             2016 City of Pasco‐TRAC Facility TRAC Center 255,000$       273,948$       273,948$          181,000         158,304        1,803               3,154             2017 City of Pasco‐TRAC Facility TRAC Center 255,000$       122,002$       244,000$          165,000         134,440        4,000               2,233             2018 City of Pasco‐TRAC Facility TRAC Center 275,000$       275,000$       214,116$          160,000         129,849        3,200               2,597             2019 City of Pasco‐TRAC Facility TRAC Center 275,000$       275,000$       2016 DPDA Event/Festival Cinco de Mayo‐Fiery Foods Festivals 5,000$            5,000$            39,551$            10,000           10,000          500                  600                 2017 Downtown Pasco Development Authority Event/Festival Cinco de Mayo‐Fiery Foods Festivals 5,000$            5,000$            25,000$            10,000           17,000          1,000               510                 2018 Downtown Pasco Development Authority Event/Festival Cinco de Mayo‐Fiery Foods Festivals 7,000$            7,000$            7,000$               16,000           1,000               2019 Downtown Pasco Development Authority Event/Festival Cinco de Mayo‐Fiery Foods Festivals 8,000$            8,000$            Lodging Tax Reporting 2014‐2019 (2019 Not Yet Reported)Page 18 of 217 c_mco=muoEEooomEm_Em>o Bco:m_w:oo2m:w:oEmn_ooodwebm_oowo__8m_I3:200c__vEmE <283$820-3.68< <2ooodmwmo._mEEoO.6.mnEmcooomma <2Sagwomcwqxmwco_§w_c_Ec<ES”. smmzsm <2oomdmaw:o_Ew>:oow._B_w_>w=_o-E. <208.8;mEmEm>oaE_Esssm__S$mm <2ooodo?5:50On_<I\o<m._. >o:wm:=:oo...::oE<:o=mu_:am.O ?_m:oE_cmc:uwEmo:o:o_>_.>>o_mnvm:__Sommm?mrczww:o:moo__momomucmEEoom: B.9m£wEEmImo_:o_>_>9vwucoomm.mm_::mm_._c__oo3mvmccmm;:o_“oE< .m.mw>933c_mw_Emaw_v 59¢.mczmeozcmucmo::m>m:vouomqxm:_£_3mco=moo__m:_>ocEm_mcoo:_mE_mES uww:m5ummmsomzumm:_EEoo9:..m:cw>m.u£mE:wmuowoxm>_Em__m?wmscmcowom .um._Bwm. 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E09:9vmgcwmmima___>>omom.8:o_.m_o:wEEoom.m_mwEEEoom£o9mo=...:_m_mmc< <2Sod;wo___on_._9m>> >o:wm:=:oou::oE<:o=mN_:mm._O ._m:oE_:m::vmEm.o co:o_>.90>:_2ma_o_tmq2_u:oE_newI:8_%m_w_ocm:_».mwzoom.$55:IEmom ww___on_.Qm>>m5.8Eowamo.wwE:_o>mc_maww>m£vmmo_om_vN:._O56¢:ucm mmczmmzc__oo.>>o_wncmc__Sommmm___on_.9m.>>>2?wmzc?co_«moo__mowomvcmEEoom._ 2m:_v=m>>:m_>_Ecwucoowmucmm$EmEEm_._mo_co_>_>3wumr:mm;co:o_>_ vww?nmzom._mmuss»928 m_m_.£mEmc_.mv__mEmv_>oavcm 683@589mu_>oE.oommn_ c_mco=muoEEooomEm_Ew>o>Eo£:< B:o:m_o:oo9m:mcoEmn_ooodaEwEao_w>wooowmaEsoE>>on_ Emu95.0%. mu_>oE8mw>_§:mmw.am._ >:m:nc_E8;£_>>v_._o>>9 owm?zoocm>29;m_tamcomma Page 20 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 30, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Rick White, Director Community & Economic Development Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Darcy Bourcier, Planner I Community & Economic Development SUBJECT: Partial Alley Vacation: Tri-Cities Community Health (MF# VAC2019-005) I. REFERENCE(S): Proposed Ordinance Overview Map Exhibit 1 Vacation Petition II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No._____, vacating a portion of the alley at the Tri-Cities Community Health Center, and further, authorize publication by summary only. III. FISCAL IMPACT: None IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: Tri-Cities Community Health, located at 715 W Court Street, is seeking to vacate a portion of an alley right-of-way that measures 83 feet by 20 feet. The applicant aims to facilitate the paving of the alley for additional parking. Most of the gravel alley is located immediately to the west of their building on a parcel separate from the Health Center (Parcel #113-394-300), although it is under the same ownership. The alley itself dead-ends and the right-of-way in question is surrounded on three sides by the applicant's property. Page 21 of 217 Council set November 4, 2019, as the date to consider the proposed vacation in a public hearing. V. DISCUSSION: Per PMC 12.40, Council may require compensation for vacated rights -of-way. The compensation involves obtaining a title report and appraisal of value. However, the compensation and the requirements attached thereto may be waived if one or more of the following conditions apply: 1. The vacation is initiated by City Council by Resolution; 2. The vacation is at the request of the City; 3. The right-of-way to be vacated was previously determined by City Council not to be essential to public traffic circulation and available for vacation; 4. The grant of substitute right-of-way which has a value as a right-of-way at least equal to that right-of-way to be vacated; 5. The resulting benefit to the community of the project requiring the vacation outweighs the appraised value of the right-of-way to be vacated. Staff recommends the compensation for the subject right-of-way be waived based on condition #5 listed above. The portion of right-of-way to be vacated is approximately 1,660 square feet and assessed at approximately $5,147.82; considering the City paid no public funds to acquire the right-of-way initially, the City will not have lost any funds if the vacation is approved. The City has no use for this portion of alley right-of-way and it may be better utilized to facilitate additional paved parking. It is expected the benefits of the proposal will outweigh the assessed value of the right-of-way in question. The right-of-way for the western extent of the alley where it connects with N 7th Avenue will remain so the abutting properties will continue to have alley access. The City Engineering Department has reviewed the proposal and has informed staff that an 8-inch sewer line runs down the alley. The approval of the vacation is conditioned with the following: 1. The sewer line must be centered within a 20-foot easement; 2. No new utilities can be installed running parallel with the sewer main within the 20-foot easement; 3. All costs of surveying, describing, and recording the easement shall be borne by the requesting party; 4. All costs of any hard surfacing repairs necessary due to the need to excavate the sewer line for repairs or maintenance shall be borne by the property owner; 5. City of Pasco shall retain the right to grant easements with the 20-foot easement Page 22 of 217 to itself or a third party. Franklin PUD also notified staff that PUD utilities lie within the right -of-way. Approval of the vacation is conditioned upon the dedication of a utility easement per the PUD's requirements. The City Engineering Department does not believe the overlap of a sewer easement and PUD easement will be problematic. The dedication of sewer and PUD easements will not inhibit the applicant's ability to pave and stripe. Staff recommends Council's favorable consideration of the vacation request. Page 23 of 217 1 WHEN RECORDED PLEASE RETURN TO: City of Pasco Attn: City Clerk 525 North 3rd Ave Pasco, WA 99301 ORDINANCE NO. __________ AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF AN ALLEY AT THE TRI- CITIES COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER WHEREAS, from time to time in response to petitions or in cases where it serves the general interest of the City, the City Council may vacate right -of-way; and WHEREAS, a petition for the vacation of alley right-of-way located between W Ruby Street and W Court Street west of the Tri-Cities Community Health Center has been submitted to the City; and, WHEREAS, the street vacation process provided in PMC 12.40 requires a title report and an appraisal of value and compensation unless waived by the City Council; and, WHEREAS, the City Council may waive the requirement for a title report, an appraisal of value, and compensation if the resulting benefit to the community from the project requiring the vacation outweighs the appraised value of the right-of-way to be vacated; and, WHEREAS, it is expected that the benefits of the proposal will far outweigh the assessed value of the right-of-way in question; thus, a title report, an appraisal of value, and compensation have been waived; and, WHEREAS, the portion of the alley in question measures 83 feet by 20 feet and lies within an existing gravel lot owned by Tri-Cities Community Health; and, WHEREAS, the portion of alley is currently being used for parking on the existing gravel lot; and, Page 24 of 217 2 WHEREAS, the applicant seeks said vacation in order to facilitate the paving of the gravel lot for parking of 25 to 30 stalls; and WHEREAS, the City has no use for this portion of alley right-of-way and it may be better utilized by the applicant; and, WHEREAS, the proposed right-of-way vacation will not affect alley access for any surrounding properties; and. WHEREAS, all steps and procedures required by law to vacate said easements have been duly taken and performed; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That a portion of the alley, as depicted in Exhibit “1” be and the same is hereby vacated. i. That portion of the alley lying northerly and abutting lot 4 and southerly and abutting lot 3, Henderson Addition, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume C of Plats, page 96, records of Franklin County, Washington Section 2. That a certified copy of this Ordinance be recorded by the City Clerk of the City of Pasco in and with the office of the Auditor of Franklin County, Washington. Section 3. This Ordinance shall take full force and effect five (5) days after approval, passage and publication as required by law. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, this 4th day of November, 2019. Matt Watkins, Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: _____________________________ ___________________________ Debra Barham, CMC Eric Ferguson, City Clerk City Attorney Page 25 of 217 Page 26 of 217 City of Pasco, IS Division / 0 230 460115Feet Alley Vacation: Tri-Cities Community Health Applicant: Tri-Cities Community Health File #: VAC2019-005 Overview Map W Ruby St N 5th AveN 7th AveW Court St W Ruby St SITE Page 27 of 217 / 0 90 18045Feet Alley Vacation: Tri-Cities Community Health Applicant: Tri-Cities Community Health File #: VAC2019-005 Exhibit #1 N 5th AveW Court St W Ruby St Page 28 of 217 FEE $300 CITY OF PASCO STREET/ ALLEY VACATION PETITION MASTER FILE # DATE SUBMITTED: _______ _ I, we the undersigned, owners of one half of the privately owned abutting property hereby petition the City Council of the City of Pasco to vacate the following described street/alley rights-of-way: The alley way between Ruby Street and Court Street located east of N 7th Avenue adjacent to parcels #l 13394202 and #l 13394300 APPLICANT: Print Name: Tri-Cities Community Health Sign Name: --�-�---­ Address: Phone# Print Name: Sign Name: APPLICANT: Print Name: Tri-Cities Community Health Print Name: �� t�xs Updated 7.18.2017 Date '0�,}.,hs>� Date PROPERTY OWNED Parcel# 113394300 Parcel# 113394202 Page 29 of 217 N 5804 Road 90, Suite H, Pasco, WA 99301 509.380.5883 TEL 509.380.5885 FAX EXHIBIT "B" Page 30 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 30, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Rick White, Director Community & Economic Development Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Jeff Adams, Associate Planner Community & Economic Development SUBJECT: Municipal Purposes Annexation - Court Street Fire Station #84 (ANX 2019- 002) I. REFERENCE(S): Vicinity Map Proposed Annexation Ordinance II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. ________, an Ordinance of the City of Pasco, Washington, annexing certain real property generally located in the area of West Court Street between Marie Street to the south and Court Street to the north, and Roads 49 and 50 to the City of Pasco, and assigning zoning to same; and further, authorize publication by summary only. III. FISCAL IMPACT: None IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: On August 19, 2019, the City purchased a parcel comprising 4.78 acres in the Riverview area for the purpose of locating a new fire station. At the time of the purchase, it was the City's intent to annex the property into the City prior to development of the planned fire station. The property is within an unincorporated island of Franklin County however in the middle of the Pasco Urban Growth Area. In situations such as this - where there is unincorporated property within a municipality's UGA that is owned by the municipality and which will be used for municipal purposes - State law allows annexation through the "Municipal Purposes" method of annexation for code cities (RCW 35A.14.300). Page 31 of 217 The "Municipal Purposes" method allows the annexation of property used for a municipal purpose to be accomplished by City Council action (majority vote) alone. For code cities like Pasco, territory can be annexed by this method only if it is owned by the City. The Planning Commission conducted a Zoning Determination public hearing for this property a forwarded has and regular meeting 17, October their at 2019, recommendation for zoning the property to "R-S-1." In the case of the fire station - the development review process involves a Special Use Permit regardless of the zoning designation. City Council considered and discussed the Planning Commission recommendation at the October 28, 2019 Workshop meeting. V. DISCUSSION: Annexation will provide the opportunity for the development review process associated with the relocation of the fire station to occur under one jurisdiction - the City. If the property were not annexed, the review process would be a joint effort involving both the City and Franklin County and would be lengthy and more complicated from a coordination and timing standpoint. Page 32 of 217 Item:AnnApplicantFile#:AVicinityE,iv~'1-,;‘#;[11.:,,|‘|J.“Hi:iI3%-xationforMunicipalPurposeCityofPascoPage 33 of 217 1 ORDINANCE NO. _________ AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, ANNEXING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED IN THE AREA OF WEST COURT STREET BETWEEN MARIE STREET TO THE SOUTH AND COURT STREET TO THE NORTH, AND ROADS 49 AND 50 TO THE CITY OF PASCO, AND ASSIGNING ZONING TO SAME WHEREAS, the City of Pasco is the legal owner of the property described in Section 1; and WHEREAS, the City is planning on constructing a fire station and other related facilities on the property; and WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 35A.14.300 the City may, by majority vote, of the City Council, annex contiguous or non-contiguous territory outside of its limits for any municipal purpose, if the territory is owned by the City; and WHEREAS, operation of a fire station and other related facilities is a municipal purpose; and WHEREAS, the above described real property is within the City's Urban Growth Area as designated by Franklin County; and WHEREAS, the annexation of property by a Code City is exempt from review under the State Environmental Policy Act pursuant to RCW 43.2IC.222; and WHEREAS, the Pasco Planning Commission conducted a public hearing regarding the zoning of the property on March 21, 2019 and has forwarded a recommendation of establishing the R-S-1 zoning designation; and WHEREAS all statutory requirements have been complied with, and the City will use and maintain the above described property for municipal purposes; NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The following described real property is hereby annexed into and made a part of the City of Pasco, Washington: The West ½ of the Northeast ¼ of the Northwest ¼ of the Northwest ¼ of Section 26, Township 29 North, Range 9 East, except for the Court Street Right-of-Way. Section 2. All property within the territory annexed hereby shall be assessed and taxed at the same rate and on the same basis as property within the City, including assessments for taxes Page 34 of 217  2  and payment of any bonds issued or debts contracted prior to or existing as of the date of annexation. Section 3. From and after the effective date of this ordinance, the above described property shall be subject to all of the laws and ordinances then and thereafter in force and effect of the City of Pasco. Section 4. The above described property shall be used as part of the City's Fire Station and other related facilities or for other municipal purposes as determined appropriate by the City Council. Section 5. The above described property shall be zoned R-S-1. Section 6. This ordinance shall take effect five (5) days after passage and publication of an approved summary thereof. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, and approved as provided by law this ____ day of _________________, 2019. ____________________________ Matt Watkins Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: _____________________________ ___________________________ Debra Barham Eric Ferguson City Clerk City Attorney Page 35 of 217 Page 36 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 29, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Rick White, Director Community & Economic Development Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Jeff Adams, Associate Planner Community & Economic Development SUBJECT: Floodplain Management Ordinance Code Update (CA 2019-012) I. REFERENCE(S): Proposed Ordinance Planning Commission Packet Dated: 10/17/2019 Planning Commission Minutes Dated: 9/19/19 and 10/17/2019 II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. _____, relating to floodplain management, amending Title 24 of the Pasco Municipal Code entitled "Floodplain," and further, authorize publication by summary only. III. FISCAL IMPACT: None IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: On September 19, 2019, the Planning Commission held a workshop meeting to discuss proposed changes in Pasco Municipal Code (PMC) Title 24, which contains the current floodplain management ordinance (Ordinance No. 2648). During the workshop, it was explained that Department of Ecology Eastern Region National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Coordinator had engaged City staff in a Community Assistance Visit relating to the City’s floodplain management ordinance, where it was pointed out that the City's current floodplain management ordinance was last updated in 1987. As such, the City would need to revise its ordinance in order to be compliant with the current Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Model Ordinance for the State of Washington. Page 37 of 217 On October 17, 2019, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider amending PMC Title 24 "Floodplain," as specified in the attached proposed Code Amendment Ordinance. Following the conduct of a public hearing, the Planning Commission recomm ended Council approval of the referenced ordinance amending PMC Title 24 "Floodplain Management." City Council considered and discussed the Planning Commission recommendation at the October 28, 2019 Workshop meeting. V. DISCUSSION: Floodplain development is somewhat rare in Pasco, but there are still undeveloped city lots located in the 100‐year floodplain. The City has flagged each parcel within the floodplain—including those which only intersect it at a corner—in the City’s TRAKiT permit tracking system to ensure that the flood damage prevention ordinance is implemented during development for both undeveloped and developed parcels. Enforcement of the City’s floodplain management ordinance allows FEMA to make federally backed flood insurance available to property owners within the City of Pasco. Without such an ordinance and without effectively enforcing applicable regulations - flood insurance would be unaffordable for most property owners. Statistically - the 100-year flood zone is a general indicator that the property may experience a 1% chance of a flood within a given year. It is typical for mortgage lenders to require federal flood insurance for properties within the 100-year flood zone as a condition of loan approval. The recommended revisions are generally minor in nature and do not make substantive changes to the current ordinance. Staff requests Council adoption of the proposed Ordinance. Page 38 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 1 of 13 ORDINANCE NO. ______ AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT, AMENDING TITLE 24 OF THE PASCO MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED “FLOODPLAIN” WHEREAS, cities have the responsibility to regulate and control the physical development within their borders and to ensure public health, safety and welfare are maintained; and WHEREAS, flood hazard areas of City of Pasco, when subject to periodic inundation, can result in loss of life and property; health and safety hazards, disruption of commerce and governmental extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, and impairment of the tax base, all of which adversely affect the public health, safety, and general welfare; and WHEREAS, flood losses are caused by the cumulative effect of obstructions in areas of special flood hazards which increase flood heights and velocities, and when inadequately anchored, damage use inadequately flood-proofed, elevated or otherwise protected from flood damage also contribute to the flood loss; and WHEREAS, the City of Pasco Planning commission conducted a public hearing on October 17, 2019 and following said hearing, the City Council, following a recommendation from the Planning Commission determined the proposed regulations are designed to mitigate flood hazard losses and are in the public interest, NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The following Title 24 entitled “FLOODPLAIN” of the Pasco Municipal Code shall be and hereby is amended and shall read as follows: CHAPTER 24.04 Findings of Fact, Purpose And Objectives CHAPTER 24.08 Definitions CHAPTER 24.12 General Provisions CHAPTER 24.16 Administration CHAPTER 24.20 Provisions For Flood Hazard Protection CHAPTER 24.04 FINDINGS OF FACT, PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES Sections: 24.04.010 Findings of Fact. 24.04.020 Statement of Purpose. 24.04.030 Methods of Reducing Flood Losses. Page 39 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 2 of 13 24.04.010 Findings of Fact. (1) The flood hazard areas of the City of Pasco, when subject to periodic inundation, can result in loss of life and property, health and safety hazards, disruption of commerce and governmental services, extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, and impairment of the tax base, all of which adversely affect the public health, safety, and general welfare. (2) These flood losses are caused by the cumulative effect of obstructions in areas of special flood hazards which increase flood heights and velocities, and when inadequately anchored, damage use in other areas. Uses that are inadequately flood- proofed, elevated or otherwise protected from flood damage, also contribute to the flood loss. [Ord. 2648 § 1, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.04.010.] 24.04.020 Statement of Purpose. It is the purpose of this title to promote the public health, safety, and general welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood conditions in specific areas by provisions designed: (1) To protect human life and health; (2) To minimize expenditure of public money and costly flood control projects; (3) To minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts associated with flooding and generally undertaken at the expense of the general public; (4) To minimize prolonged business interruptions; (5) To minimize damage to public facilities and utilities such as water and gas mains, electric, telephone and sewer lines, streets and bridges located in areas of special flood hazard; (6) To help maintain a stable tax base by providing for the sound use and development of areas of special flood hazard so as to minimize future flood blight areas; (7) To ensure that potential buyers are notified that property is in an area of special flood hazard; and, (8) To ensure that those who occupy the areas of special flood hazard assume responsibility for their actions. [Ord. 2648 § 1, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.04.020.] 24.04.030 Methods of Reducing Flood Losses. In order to accomplish its purposes, this ordinance includes methods and provisions for the following: (1) Restricting or prohibiting uses which are dangerous to health, safety, and property due to water or erosion hazards, or which result in damaging increases in erosion or in flood heights or velocities; (2) Requiring that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of initial construction; (3) Controlling the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which help accommodate or channel floodwaters; (4) Controlling filling, grading, dredging, and other development which may increase flood damage; and, (5) Preventing or regulating the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert floodwaters or which may increase flood hazards in other areas. [Ord. 2648 § 1, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.04.030.] Page 40 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 3 of 13 CHAPTER 24.08 DEFINITIONS Sections: 24.08.010. 24.08.020 Definitions. 24.08.010 Interpretation and Construction. Except where specifically defined in this chapter all words in this title shall carry the customary meaning. Words used in the present tense include the future and the future includes the present and plural includes the singular and the singular includes the plural. This ordinance shall be interpreted so as to give words the meaning they have in common usage and to give this ordinance its most reasonable application. [Ord. 2648 § 2, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.08.010.] 24.08.020 Definitions. "Appeal" means a request for a review of the Building Inspector's interpretation of any provision of this ordinance or a request for a variance. "Area of Shallow Flooding" means a designated AO or AH Zone on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). The base flood depths range from one to three feet; a clearly defined channel does not exist; the path of flooding is unpredictable and indeterminate; and velocity flow may be evident. AO is characterized as sheet flow and AH indicates ponding. "Area of special Flood Hazard" means the land in the flood plain within a community subject to a one percent or greater change of flooding in any given year. Designation on maps always includes the letters A or V. "Base Flood" means the flood having a one percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. Also referred to as the "100- year flood". Designation on maps always includes the letters A or V. “Basement” means any area of the building having its floor sub-grade (below ground level) on all sides. "Development" means any man-made change to improved or unimproved real estate, including but not limited to buildings or other structures, mining, dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation or drilling operations located within the area of special flood hazard. "Flood or Flooding" means a general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of normally dry land areas from: (a) The overflow of inland or tidal waters, and/or (b) The unusual and rapid accumulation of runoff of surface waters from any source. Page 41 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 4 of 13 (FIRM). Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) means the official map on which the Federal Insurance Administration has delineated both the areas of special flood hazards and the risk premium zones applicable to the community. "Floodway" means the channel of a river or other water course and the adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than one foot. "Lowest Floor" means the lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area (including basement). An unfinished or flood resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking of vehicles, building access or storage, in an area other than a basement area, is not considered a building's lowest floor, provided that such enclosure is not built so as to render the structure in violation of the applicable non-elevation design requirements of this title found at PMC 24.20.040(3). "Manufactured Home" means a structure, transportable in one or more sections, which is built on a permanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. For floodplain management purposes the The term "manufactured home" does not include a “recreational vehicle.” Also includes park trailers, travel trailers, or other similar vehicles placed on a site for greater than 180 consecutive days. For insurance purposes the term “manufactured home” does not include park trailers, travel trailers, and other similar vehicles. "Manufactured Home Park or Subdivision" means a parcel (or parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home lots for rent or sale. "New Construction" means structures for which the "start of construction" commenced on or after the effective date of this ordinance. "Start of Construction" includes substantial improvement, and means the date the building permit was issued, provided the actual start of construction, repair, reconstruction, placement or other improvement was within 180 days of the permit date. The actual start means either the first placement of permanent construction of a structure on a site, such as the pouring of slab or floodings, the installation of piles, the construction of columns, or any work beyond the stage of excavation; or the placement of a manufactured home on a foundation. Permanent construction does not include land preparation, such as clearing, grading and filling; nor does it include the installation of streets and/or walkways; nor does it include excavation for a basement, footings, piers, or foundation or the erection of temporary forms; nor does it include the installation on the property of accessory buildings, such as garages or sheds not occupied as dwelling units or not part of the main structure. "Structure" means a walled and roofed building including a gas or liquid storage tank that is principally above ground. “Substantial Damage” means damage of any origin sustained by a structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its “before damaged” condition would equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the damage occurred. Page 42 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 5 of 13 "Substantial improvement" means any repair, reconstruction, or improvement of a structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure either: (a) Before the improvement or repair is started; or (b) If the structure has been damaged and is being restored, before the damage occurred. For the purposes of this definition "substantial improvement" is considered to occur when the first alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor, or other structural part of the building commences, whether or not the alteration affects the external dimensions of the structure. The term does not, however, include either: (c) Any project for improvement of a structure to comply with existing state or local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which are solely necessary to assure safe living conditions; or (d) Any alteration of a structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places or a State Inventory of Historic Places. "Variance" means a grant of relief from the requirement of this ordinance which permits construction in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by this title. [Ord. 2648 § 2, 1987; Code 1970 §§ 24.08.020 – 24.08.090.] CHAPTER 24.12 GENERAL PROVISIONS Sections: 24.12.010 Land to Which this Title Applies. 24.12.020 Basis for Establishing the Areas of Special Flood Hazard. 24.12.030 Compliance. 24.12.040 Abrogation and Greater Restrictions. 24.12.050 Interpretation. 24.12.060 Warning and Disclaimer of Liability. 24.12.010 Land to Which this Title Applies. This title shall apply to all areas of special flood hazards within the jurisdiction of the City of Pasco. [Ord. 2648 § 3, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.12.010.] 24.12.020 Basis for Establishing the Areas of Special Flood Hazard. The areas of special flood hazard identified by the "Flood Insurance Rate Map" (FIRM) dated May 10, 1977, for the City of Pasco, and the FIRMs for Franklin County, Washington dated May 1, 1980, is are hereby adopted by reference and declared to be a part of this title. The Flood insurance Rate Map is FIRMs are on file at the City of Pasco Building Department, Community & Economic Development Department, 525 N. 3rd Avenue, Pasco, Washington 99301, (509) 545- 3441 and the City of Pasco Planning Department at the same address. [Ord. 2648 § 3, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.12.020.] Page 43 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 6 of 13 24.12.030 Compliance. No structure or land shall hereafter be constructed, located, extended, converted, or altered without full compliance with the terms of this ordinance and other applicable regulations. [Ord. 2648 § 3, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.12.030.] 24.12.040 Abrogation and Greater Restrictions. This title is not intended to repeal, abrogate, or impair any existing easements, covenants, or deed restrictions. However, where this ordinance and another ordinance, easement, covenant, or deed restriction conflict or overlap, whichever imposes the more stringent restriction shall prevail. [Ord. 2648 § 3, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.12.040.] 24.12.050 Interpretation. In the interpretation and application of this ordinance, all provisions shall be: (1) Considered as minimum requirements; (2) Liberally construed in favor of the governing body; and, (3) Deemed neither to limit nor repeal any other powers granted under state statutes. [Ord. 2648 § 3, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.12.050.] 24.12.060 WARNING AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY. The degree of flood protection required by this title is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based on scientific and engineering considerations. Larger floods can and will occur on rare occasions. Flood heights may be increased by man-made or natural causes. This title does not imply that land outside the areas of special flood hazards or uses permitted within such areas will be free from flooding or flood damages. This title shall not create liability on the part of the City of Pasco, any officer or employee thereof, or the Federal Insurance Administration, for any flood damages that results from reliance on this title or any administrative decision lawfully made thereunder. Nothing in this title is intended to protect any particular person or class of persons from any kind of injury or loss. [Ord. 2648 § 3, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.12.060.] CHAPTER 24.16 ADMINISTRATION Sections: 24.16.010 Development Permit Required. 24.16.020 Designation of the Administrator. 24.16.030 Duties and Responsibilities of the Administrator. 24.16.040 Use of Other Base Flood Data. 24.16.050 Information to Be Obtained and Maintained. 24.16.060 Alteration of Watercourses. 24.16.070 Interpretation of Firm Boundaries. 24.16.080 Variance Procedure. 24.16.090 Conditions for Variances. Page 44 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 7 of 13 24.16.010 Development Permit Required. A development permit shall be obtained before construction or development begins within any area of special flood hazard established in Section 24.12.01024.12.020 [Ord. 2648 § 4, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.16.010.] 24.16.020 Designation of the Administrator. The permit shall be for all structures including manufactured homes, as set forth in the PMC 24.080.202, Definitions, and for all development, including fill and other activities, also set forth in PMC 24.08.020, Definitions. 24.16.020 Designation of the Administrator. (1) The City of Pasco Building Inspector Director of Community & Economic Development or designee is hereby appointed to administer and implement this title by granting or denying development permit applications in accordance with its provisions. (2) For those type of construction or development projects which do not require a building permit but involve some other local legislative or administrative approval (i.e., shorelines permit, conditional use permit, subdivision or short plat approval, etc.), the official responsible for a project's compliance with this ordinance shall be the Community Development Director for the City of Pasco. [Ord. 2628 § 4, 1986; Code 1970 § 24.16.020.] 24.16.030 Duties and Responsibilities of the Administrator. Duties of the Building Inspector shall include but not be limited to: (1) Review all development permits to determine that the permit requirements of this ordinance have been satisfied. (2) Review all development permits to determine that all necessary federal, and state, or local governmental agency permits have been obtained from which prior approval is required. [Ord. 2648 § 4, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.16.030.] 24.16.040 Use of Other Base Flood Data. When base flood evaluation data has not been provided in accordance with PMC 24.12.020 Basis for establishing the areas of special flood hazard, the Building Inspector shall obtain, review, and reasonably utilize any base flood elevation and floodway data available from a federal, state, or other source, in order to administer PMC 24.20.07024.20.090 Specific Standards, and PMC 24.20.11024.20.130 Floodways. [Ord. 2648 § 4, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.16.032.] 24.16.050 Information to be Obtained and Maintained. (1) Where base flood elevation data is provided through the Flood Insurance Study, FIRM, or required as in this section, obtain and record the actual elevation (in relation to means sea level) of the lowest habitable floor (including basement) of all new or substantially improved structures, and whether or not the structure contains a basement. (2) For all new or substantially improved flood-proofed nonresidential structures where base flood elevation data is provided through the Flood Insurance Study (FIS), FIRM, or as required in this section: (a) VerifyObtain and record the actual elevation in relation to mean sea level); to which the structure was flood-proofed; and, (b) Maintain the flood-proofing certifications required in PMC 24.20.110090. Page 45 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 8 of 13 (3) Maintain for public inspection all records pertaining to the provision of this title. [Ord. 2648 § 4, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.16.034.] 24.16.060 Alteration of Watercourses. (1) Notify adjacent municipalities and the Washington State Department of Ecology prior to any alteration of a watercourse, and submit evidence of such notification to the Federal Insurance Administration. (2) Require that maintenance is provided within the altered or relocated portion of said watercourse so that the flood carrying capacity is not diminished. [Ord. 2648 § 4, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.16.036.] 24.16.070 Interpretation of Firm Boundaries. The Building Inspector shall make interpretations where needed, as to exact location of boundaries of the area of special flood hazards (for example, where there appears to be a conflict between a mapped boundary and actual field conditions). The person contesting the location of the boundary shall be given a reasonable opportunity to appeal the interpretation as provided in PMC 24.16.080 [Ord. 2648 § 4, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.16.038.] 24.16.080 VARIANCE PROCEDURE. (1) The provision of Chapter 25.195 PMC "Land Use Hearings by Examiner", shall apply in the event that an aggrieved person or persons alleges there is an error in any requirement, decisions, or determination made by the Building Inspector or Community Development Director in the enforcement administration of this title. (2) In reviewing such appeals, the hearing examiner shall follow the procedures contained in Chapter 25.195 PMC and shall also consider all technical evaluations and relevant factors, all standards specified in other sections of this title, and the following addition criteria: (a) The danger the materials may be swept onto other lands to the injury of others; (b) The danger to life and property due to flooding or erosion damage; (c) The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and the effect of such damage on the individual owner; (d) The importance of the service provided by the proposed facility to the community; (e) The necessity to the facility of a waterfront location, where applicable; (f) The availability of alternative locations (for the proposed use) which are not subject to flooding or erosion damage; (g) The compatibility of the proposed use with existing and anticipated development; (h) The relationship of the proposed use to the comprehensive plan and flood plan management for that area; (i) The safety of access to the property in times of flood for ordinary and emergency vehicles; (j) The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise, and sediment transport of the flood waters and the effects of wave action, if applicable, expected at the site; and, (k) The costs of providing governmental services during and after flood Page 46 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 9 of 13 conditions, including maintenance and repair of public facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems, and streets and bridges. (3) Upon consideration of the factors of subsection (2) and the purposes of this title, the Hearing Examiner may attach such conditions to the granting of variances as it deems necessary to further the purposes of this title. (4) The Community Development Director shall maintain the records of all appeal actions and report any variances to the Federal Insurance Administration upon request. [Ord. 2648 § 4, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.16.040.] 24.16.090 Conditions For Variances. (1) Generally, variances may be issued for new construction and substantial improvements to be erected on a lot of one- half acre or less in size contiguous to and surrounded by lots which existing structures constructed below the base flood level, providing items in PMC 24.16.080(2) have been fully considered. As the lot increases beyond one-half acre, the technical justification required for issuing the variance increase. (2) Variances may be issued for the reconstruction, rehabilitation or restoration of structures listed in the National Register of Historic Places or the State Inventory of Historic Places, without regard to the procedures set forth in the remainder of this section. (3) Variances shall not be issued within any designated floodway if any in crease in flood levels during the base flood discharge would result. (4) Variances shall only be issued upon a determination that the variance is the minimum necessary, considering the flood hazard, to afford relief. (5) Variances shall only be issued upon: (a) A showing of good and sufficient cause; and (b) A determination that failure to grant the variance would result in exceptional hardship to the applicant; and, (c) A determination that the granting of a variance will not result in increased flood heights, additional threats to public safety, extraordinary public expense, create nuisances, caused fraud on or victimization of the public as identified in PMC 24.16.080(2), or conflict with existing local laws or ordinances (6) Variances as interpreted in the National Flood Insurance program are based on the general zoning law principal that they pertain to a physical piece of property; they are not personal in nature and do not pertain to the structure, its inhabitants, economic or financial circumstances. They primarily address small lots in densely populated residential neighborhoods. As such, variances from the flood elevations should be quite rare. (7) Variances may be issued for nonresidential buildings in very limited circumstances to allow a lesser degree of flood-proofing than watertight or dry flood-proofing, where it can be determined that such action will have low damage potential, complies with all other variance criteria except this section, and otherwise complies with Sections 5.1.1 and 5.1.2 of the General Standards. (8) Any applicant to whom a variance is granted shall be given written notice that the structure will be permitted to be built with a lowest flood elevation below the base flood elevation. [Ord. 2648 § 4, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.16.042.] Page 47 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 10 of 13 CHAPTER 24.20 PROVISIONS FOR FLOOD HAZARD PROTECTION Sections: 24.20.010 General Standards. 24.20.020 Anchoring. 24.20.030 Construction Materials and Methods. 24.20.040 Utilities. 24.20.050 Subdivision Proposals. 24.20.060 Review of Building Permits. 24.20.070 Specific Standards. 24.20.080 Residential Construction. 24.20.090 Nonresidential Construction. 24.20.100 Manufactured Homes. 24.20.110 Recreational Vehicles. 24.20.120 Floodways. 24.20.130 Critical Facilities. 24.20.010 General Standards. In all areas of special flood hazards the following standards are required. [Code 1970 § 24.20.010.] 24.20.020 Anchoring. (1) All new construction and substantial improvements shall be anchored to prevent floatation, collapse or lateral movements of the structure. (2) All manufactured homes must likewise be anchored to prevent floatation, collapse, or lateral movement, and shall be installed using methods and practices that minimize flood damage. Anchoring methods may include, but are not limited to, use of over-the-top or frame ties to ground anchors (reference FEMA's "Manufactured Home Installation in Flood Hazard Areas" guidebook for additional techniques). [Ord. 2648 § 5, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.20.020.] 24.20.030 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND METHODS. (1) All new construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed with material and utility equipment resistant to flood damage. (2) All new construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed using methods and practices that minimize flood damage. (3) Electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air-conditioning equipment and other service facilities shall be designed and/or otherwise elevated or located so as to prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components during conditions of flooding. [Ord. 2648 § 5, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.20.030.] 24.20.040 UTILITIES. (1) All new and replacement water supply systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system; (2) New and replacement sanitary sewage systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the systems and discharge from the system into flood waters; and, Page 48 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 11 of 13 (3) On-site waste disposal systems shall be located to avoid impairment to them or contamination from them during flooding. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 5 (part), 1987.); and, (3)(4) Water wells shall be located on high ground that is not in the floodway. [Ord. 2648 § 5, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.20.040.] 24.20.050 Subdivision Proposals. (1) All subdivision proposals shall be consistent with the need to minimize flood damage; (2) All subdivision proposals shall have public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems located and constructed to minimize flood damage; (3) All subdivision proposals shall have adequate drainage provided to reduce exposure to flood damage; and, (4) Where base flood elevation data has not been provided from another authoritative source, it shall be generated for subdivision proposals and other proposed developments which contain at least 50 lots or 5 acres (whichever is less). [Ord. 2648 § 5, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.20.060.] 24.20.060 Review of Building Permits. Where elevation data is not available either through the Flood Insurance Study (FIS), FIRM, or from another authoritative source (PMC 24.16.050), applications for building permits shall be reviewed to assure that proposed construction will be reasonably safe from flooding. The test of reasonableness is a local judgment and includes use of historical data, high water marks, photographs of past flooding, etc., where available. Failure to elevate at least two feet above the highest adjacent grade in these zones may result in higher insurance rates. [Ord. 2648 § 5, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.20.080.] 24.20.070 Specific Standards. In all areas of special flood hazards where base flood elevation data has been provided as set forth in PMC 24.12.020, Basis for establishing the areas of special flood hazard, or PMC 24.16.040, Use of other base flood data, the following provisions set forth in PMC 24.20.080 through 24.20.110 are required. [Code 1970 § 24.20.090.] 24.20.080 Residential Construction. (1) New construction and substantial improvement of any residential structure shall have the lowest floor, including basement, elevated to one foot or more or above base flood elevation. (2) Fully enclosed areas below the lowest floor that are subject to flooding are prohibited, or shall be designated to automatically equalize hydrostatic flood forces on exterior walls by allowing for the entry and exit of floodwaters. Designs for meeting this requirement must either be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect or must meet or exceed the following minimum criteria: (a) A minimum of two openings have a total net area of not less than one inch for every square foot of enclosed area subject to flooding shall be provided; (b) The bottom of all openings shall be no higher than one foot above grade; (c) Openings may be equipped with screens, louvers, or other coverings or devices provided that they permit the automatic entry and exit of floodwaters. [Ord. 2648 § 5, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.20.100.] Page 49 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 12 of 13 24.20.090 Nonresidential Construction. New construction and substantial improvement of any commercial, industrial or other nonresidential structures shall either have the lowest floor, including basement, elevated to the level of one foot or more above the base flood elevation; or, together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, shall: (1) Be flood-proofed so that below one foot or more above the base flood level the structure is watertight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water; (2) Have structural components capable of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy; (3) Be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect that the design and methods of construction are in accordance with accepted standards of practice for meeting provisions of this subsection based on their development and/or review of the structural design, specifications and plans. Such certifications shall be provided to the official as set forth in PMC 24.16.050(2). (4) Nonresidential structures that are elevated, not flood-proofed, must meet the same standards for space below the lowest floor as described in PMC 24.20.080(2). (5) Applicants who are flood-proofing nonresidential buildings shall be notified that flood insurance premiums will be based on rates that are one foot below the flood-proofed level (e.g. a building flood-proofed to the base flood level will be rated as one foot below). [Ord. 2648 § 5, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.20.110.] 24.20.100 Manufactured Homes. All manufactured homes to be placed or substantially improved on sites shall be elevated on a permanent foundation such that the lowest floor of the manufactured home is at or one foot or more above the base flood elevation and securely anchored to an adequately anchored foundation system in accordance with the provisions of PMC 24.20.020(2). [Ord. 2648 § 5, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.20.120.] 24.20.110 Recreational Vehicles. Recreational vehicles placed on sites are required to either: (1) Be on the site for fewer than 180 consecutive days, (or) (2) Be fully licensed and ready for highway use, on its wheels or jacking system, is attached to the site only by quick disconnect type utilities and security devices, and have no permanently attached additions; or (3) Meet the requirements of PMC 24.20.100 above and the elevation and anchoring requirements for manufactured homes. 24.20.11024.20.120 Floodways. Located within areas of special flood hazard established in PMC 24.12.020 are areas extremely hazardous area sue to the velocity of flood waters which carry debris, potential projectiles, and erosion potential, the following provisions apply: (1) Prohibit encroachments, including fill, new construction, substantial improvements, and other development unless certification by a registered professional engineer or architect is provided demonstrating that encroachments shall through hydrologic and hydraulic analyses performed in accordance with standard engineering Page 50 of 217 PMC Title24 2019 Page 13 of 13 practice that the proposed encroachment would not result in any increase in flood levels during the occurrence of the base flood discharge. (2) Construction or reconstruction of residential structures is prohibited within designated floodways, except for (i) repairs, reconstruction, or improvements to a structure which do not increase the ground floor area; and (ii) repairs, reconstruction or improvements to a structure, the cost of which, as a cumulative amount within a 5-year period, does not exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure either, (A) before the repair, or reconstruction is started, or (B) if the structure has been damaged, and is being restored, before the damage occurred. Any project for improvement of a structure to correct existing violations of state or local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which have been identified by the local code enforcement official and which are the minimum necessary to assure safe living conditions, or to structures identified as historic places, may be excluded in the 50 percent. (2)(3) If subsection (1) of this section is satisfied, all new construction and substantial improvements shall comply with all applicable flood hazard reduction provisions of this chapter. [Ord. 2648 § 5, 1987; Code 1970 § 24.20.130.] 24.20.130 Critical Facility. Construction of new critical facilities shall be, to the extent possible, located outside the limits of the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) (100-year floodplain). Construction of new critical facilities shall be permissible within the SFHA if no feasible alternative site is available. Critical facilities constructed within the SFHA shall have the lowest floor elevated three feet above BFE or to the height of the 500-year flood, whichever is higher. Access to and from the critical facility should also be protected to the height utilized above. Flood-proofing and sealing measures must be taken to ensure that toxic substances will not be displaced by or released into floodwaters. Access routes elevated to or above the level of the base flood elevation shall be provided to all critical facilities to the extent possible. Section 2. This ordinance shall take full force and effect five (5) days after its approval, passage and publication as required by law. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, and approved as provided by law this ____ day of _________________, 2019. __________________________________ Matt Watkins, Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: __________________________________ __________________________________ Debra Barham, CMC Eric Ferguson, City Clerk City Attorney Page 51 of 217     MEMO TO PLANNING COMMISSION  PLANNING COMMISSION HEARING  City Hall – 525 North Third Avenue – Council Chambers  THURSDAY, October 17, 2019  7:00 PM    1      TO:   Planning Commission  FROM:   Jeffrey B. Adams, Associate Planner  SUBJECT: Floodplain Management Ordinance Code Update (CA 2019‐012)             Recently,  Department  of  Ecology Eastern  Region  National  Flood  Insurance  Program  (NFIP)  Coordinator Lynn Schmidt engaged City staff in a Community Assistance Visit (CAV) relating to the  City’s  enforcement  of  the  City’s  floodplain  management  ordinance. Enforcement of the City’s  floodplain management ordinance allows the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to  make federally backed flood insurance available to property owners within the City of Pasco.     FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION ORDINANCE   The City’s current floodplain management ordinance, Title 24 Floodplain (ordinance 2648), was last  update in 1987. The City will need to revise its ordinance in order to be compliant with the current  FEMA Model Ordinance for the State of Washington. During her visit, Ms. Schmidt identified the  sections that require revision.    FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS (FIRMS)  The City of Pasco's effective Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) date to 1977, and include the  incorporated area at that time. The City has since annexed port ions of the County shown in Franklin  County FIRMs dated 1980.   The regulatory floodplain extends behind the levees along the Columbia River, into the drainage  feature that spills out at Chiawana Park, and at the outlet of Esquatzel Coulee at the airport (many  years ago, the Esquatzel Coulee was diverted westward and away from the airport for irrigation with  an outlet draining into the Columbia River).   The Army Corps of Engineers constructed the McNary Dam levee system in 1952, providing flood  protection for the City. While this system was constructed many feet above the 100‐year flood  elevation, it is not fully reflected on the FIRMs; specifically, Levee #2 does not appear on the maps.  Similarly, the Esquatzel Coulee diversion structure also is not reflected on the FIRMs.   While these missing structures may be incorporated into a countywide FIRM update in the future,  until that time, the effective 100‐year floodplain shown on the FIRMs must be used to regulate  development and is reflected in flood insurance policies.  Page 52 of 217 2    DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCEDURES   The Department of Ecology reviewed procedures for development in the floodplain during the CAV.  Floodplain development is somewhat rare in Pasco, but there are still many undeveloped city lots  in the effective 100‐year floodplain. The City has since flagged each parcel within the floodplain— including those which merely intersect it at a corner—in the City’s TRAKiT permit tracking system to  ensure that the flood damage prevention ordinance is implemented during development for both  undeveloped parcels and developed parcels that may undergo renovations, additions, or other  improvements.  The  Department  of  Ecology  has  provide  the  current  FEMA  model  Ordinance  which  would  be  applicable for Planning Commission consideration. The recommended revisions are generally minor  in nature and do not make substantive changes to the current ordinance.  MOTION: I move the Planning Commission close the hearing on the revisions to Title 24 Floodplain  and recommend approval by City Council.  Page 53 of 217 Page 54 of 217 1 PMC Title 24 2019   ORDINANCE NO. ______  AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT, AMENDING TITLE 24 OF THE PASCO  MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED “FLOODPLAIN”  WHEREAS, cities have the responsibility to regulate and control the physical development  within their borders and to ensure public health, safety and welfare are maintained; and  WHEREAS, flood hazard areas of the city of Pasco, when subject to periodic inundation, can  result  in  loss  of  life  and  property;  health  and  safety  hazards,  disruption  of  commerce  and  governmental  extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, and impairment of  the tax base, all of which adversely affect the public health, safety, and general welfare; and  WHEREAS, flood losses are caused by the cumulative effect of obstructions in areas of  special flood hazards which increase flood heights and velociti es, and when inadequately anchored,  damage use  inadequately flood‐proofed, elevated or otherwise protected from flood damage also  contribute to the flood loss; and  WHEREAS, the City of Pasco Planning commission conducted a public hearing on September  19,  2019  and  following  said  hearing,  the  City  Council,  following  a  recommendation  from  the  Planning Commission determined the proposed regulations are designed to mitigate flood hazard  losses and are in the public interest, NOW THEREFORE,   THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:     Section 1. The following Title 24 entitled “FLOODPLAIN” of the Pasco Municipal Code shall  be and hereby is amended and shall read as follows:    CHAPTER 24.04  FINDINGS OF FACT, PURPOSE  AND OBJECTIVES  CHAPTER 24.08  DEFINITIONS  CHAPTER 24.12  GENERAL PROVISIONS  CHAPTER 24.16  ADMINISTRATION  CHAPTER 24.20   PROVISIONS  FOR FLOOD HAZARD PROTECTION Page 55 of 217 2 PMC Title 24 2019   CHAPTER 24.04 FINDINGS OF FACT, PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES    Sections:  24.04.010 FINDINGS OF FACT  24.04.020 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE  24.04.030 METHODS OF REDUCING FLOOD LOSSES    24.04.010 FINDINGS OF FACT. (1) The flood hazard areas of the City of Pasco, when subject  to periodic inundation, can result in loss of life and property, health and safety hazards, disruption  of commerce and governmental services, extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection  and relief, and impairment of the tax base, all of which adversely affect the public health, safety,  and general welfare.  (2) These flood losses are caused by the cumulative effect of obstructions in areas of  special  flood  hazards  which  increase  flood  heights  and  velocities,  and  when  inadequately  anchored, damage use in other areas. Uses that are inadequately flood‐ proofed, elevated or  otherwise protected from flood damage, also contribute to the flood loss.    24.04.020 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE. It is the purpose of this title to promote the public  health, safety, and general welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood  conditions in specific areas by provisions  designed:  (1) To protect human life and health;  (2) To minimize expenditure of public money and costly flood control projects;  (3) To minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts associated with flooding  and generally undertaken at the expense of the general public;  (4) To minimize prolonged business  interruptions;  (5) To minimize damage to public facilities and utilities such as water and gas  mains, electric, telephone and sewer lines, streets and bridges located in  areas of special flood hazard;  (6) To help maintain a stable tax base by providing for the sound use and  development of areas of special flood hazard so as to minimize future flood  blight areas;  (7) To ensure that potential buyers are notified that property is in an area of  special flood hazard; and,  (8) To ensure that those who occupy the areas of special flood hazard assume  responsibility for their actions.    Page 56 of 217 3 PMC Title 24 2019   24.04.030 METHODS OF REDUCING FLOOD LOSSES. In order to accomplish its purposes, this  ordinance includes methods and provisions  for the following:  (1) Restricting or prohibiting uses which are dangerous to health, safety, and property  due to water or erosion hazards, or which result in damaging increases in erosion  or in flood heights or  velocities;  (2) Requiring that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses,  be protected against flood damage at the time of initial  construction;  (3) Controlling the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural  protective barriers, which help accommodate or channel floodwaters;  (4) Controlling filling, grading, dredging, and other development which may increase  flood damage; and,  (5) Preventing or regulating the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally  divert floodwaters or which may increase flood hazards in other areas.   Page 57 of 217 4 PMC Title 24 2019   CHAPTER 24.08 DEFINITIONS    Sections:  24.08.010  INTERPRETATION AND CONSTRUCTION  24.08.020  DEFINITIONS  24.08.010 INTERPRETATION AND CONSTRUCTION. Except where specifically defined  in this chapter all words in this title shall carry the customary meaning. Words used in the  present tense include the future and the future includes the present and plural includes the  singular and the singular includes the plural. This ordinance shall be interpreted so as to give  words  the  meaning  they  have  in  common  usage  and  to  give  this  ordinance  its  most  reasonable application. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)  24.08.020 DEFINITIONS  APPEAL.  "Appeal"  means  a  request  for a review of the Building Inspector's  interpretation of any provision of this ordinance or a request for a variance. (Ord. 2648 Sec.  2 (part), 1987.)  AREA OF SHALLOW FLOODING. "Area of Shallow Flooding" means a designated AO or AH  Zone on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). The base flood depths range from one to  three   feet;  a clearly  defined  channel  does not exist;  the path of flooding  is unpredictable  and   indeterminate;  and  velocity  flow  may  be evident.  AO is characterized as sheet flow and AH  indicates ponding.  (Ord.  2648,  Sec.  2  (part), 1987.)  AREA OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD. "Area of special Flood Hazard" means the land in the  flood plain within a community subject to a one percent or greater change of flooding in any given  year. Designation on maps always includes the letters A or V. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)  BASE FLOOD. "Base Flood" means the flood having a one percent chance of being equaled  or exceeded in any given year. Also referred to as the "100‐ year flood". Designation on maps  always includes the letters A or V. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)  BASEMENT. “Basement” means any area of the building having its floor sub‐grade (below  ground level) on all sides.   DEVELOPMENT.  "Development"  means  any  man‐made  change  to  improved  or  unimproved  real  estate,  including  but  not  limited  to  buildings or other structures, mining,  dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation or drilling operations located within the area of  special flood hazard. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part),  1987.)  FLOOD OR FLOODING. "Flood or Flooding" means a general and temporary condition of  partial or complete inundation of normally dry land areas from:   (a) The overflow of inland or tidal waters, and/or  (b) The unusual and rapid accumulation of runoff of surface waters from any source.   Page 58 of 217 5 PMC Title 24 2019   FLOOD  INSURANCE RATE MAP (FIRM). Flood  Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) means the  official map on which the Federal Insurance Administration has delineated both the areas of  special flood hazards and the risk premium zones applicable to the community.  FLOODWAY. "Floodway" means the channel of a river or other water course and the  adjacent  land  areas  that  must  be  reserved  in  order  to  discharge  the base flood without  cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than one foot.   LOWEST FLOOR. "Lowest Floor" means the lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area  (including basement). An unfinished or flood resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking of  vehicles, building access or storage, in an area other than a basement area, is not considered a  building's lowest floor, provided that such enclosure is not built so  as to render the structure in  violation  of  the  applicable  non‐elevation  design  requirements  of  this  title  found  at  Section  24.20.040(3).   MANUFACTURED HOME. "Manufactured Home" means a structure, transportable in one  or more sections, which is built on a permanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a  permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. For flood plain management  purposes  tThe  term  "manufactured  home" does not include a “recreational vehicle.”  also  includes park trailers, travel trailers, or other similar vehicles placed on a site for greater than 180  consecutive days. For insurance purposes the term "manufactured home"  does not include  park trailers,  travel  trailers,  and other similar vehicles.  MANUFACTURED  HOME  PARK  OR  SUBDIVISION.  "Manufactured  Home  Park or  Subdivision" means a parcel (or parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home  lots for rent or sale. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)  NEW CONSTRUCTION. "New Construction" means structures for which the "start of  construction" commenced on or after the effective date of this ordinance. (Ord. 2648, Sec.  2,  1987.)  START  OF  CONSTRUCTION.  "Start  of  Construction" means includes  substantial  improvement, and means the date the building permit was issued, provided the actual start  of construction, repair, reconstruction, placement or other improvement was within 180  days of the permit date. The actual start means either the  first placement of permanent  construction of a structure on a site, such as the pouring of slab or floodings, the installation  of piles, the construction of columns, or any work beyond the stage of excavation; or the  placement of a manufactured home on a foundation. Permanent construction does not  include land preparation, such   as clearing,  grading and filling; nor does it include the  installation of streets and/or walkways; nor does it include excavation for a basement,  footings, piers, or foundation or the erection of temporary forms; nor does it  include the  installation  on the property of accessory buildings, such as garages or sheds not occupied as  dwelling units or not part of the main structure. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)  STRUCTURE. "Structure" means a walled and roofed building including a gas or liquid  storage tank that is principally above ground. (Ord. 2648 Sec.  2 (part), 1987.)  Page 59 of 217 6 PMC Title 24 2019   SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE.  “Substantial Damage” means damage of any origin sustained by a  structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its “before damaged” condition would  equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the damage occurred.   SUBSTANTIAL  IMPROVEMENT.  "Substantial  improvement"  means  any  repair,  reconstruction, or improvement of s structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds 50  percent of the market value of the structure either:  (1) Before the improvement or repair is started; or  (2) If the structure has been damaged and is being restored, before the damage  occurred. For the purposes of this definition "substantial improvement" is considered to  occur when the first alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor, or  other structural part of the  building commences, whether or not the alteration affects the external dimensions of the  structure.  The term does not, however, include either:  (1) Any project for improvement of a structure to comply  with existing state  or  local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which are solely necessary to assure safe  living conditions; or  (2) Any alteration of a structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places  or a State Inventory of Historic Places. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)  VARIANCE. "Variance" means a grant of relief from the requirement of this ordinance  which permits construction in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by this title.  (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.) Page 60 of 217 7 PMC Title 24 2019   CHAPTER 24.12 GENERAL PROVISIONS  Sections:  24.12.010   LAND TO WHICH THIS TITLE APPLIES  24.12.020   BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING  THE AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD  HAZARD  24.12.030  COMPLIANCE  24.12.040  ABROGATION  AND GREATER RESTRICTIONS  24.12.050  INTERPRETATION  24.12.060   WARNING AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY  24.12.010  LAND TO WHICH THIS TITLE APPLIES.  This ordinance shall apply to all  areas of special flood hazards within the jurisdiction of the City of Pasco. (Ord. 2648 Sec.  3 (part), 1987.)  24.12.020 BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING THE AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD. The areas  of special flood hazard identified by the  "Flood Insurance  Rate Map" (FIRM) dated 5/10/77   for the City of Pasco and the FIRMs for Franklin County, Washington dated 5/1/1980, is are  hereby  adopted  by  reference  and declared to be a part of this ordinance.  The Flood  Insurance Rate Map isFIRMs are  on file at the City of Pasco Building Department, Community  & Economic Development Department, 525 N. 3rd Avenue, Pasco, Washington 99301, (509)  545‐3441 and the City of Pasco Planning Department at same address. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 3  (part), 1987.)  24.12.030 COMPLIANCE. No structure or land shall hereafter be constructed,  located, extended, converted, or altered without full compliance with the terms of this  ordinance and other applicable regulations. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 3 (part), 1987.)  24.12.040 ABROGATION AND GREATER RESTRICTIONS. This title is not intended to  repeal,  abrogate,  or  impair  any  existing  easements,  covenants, or  deed  restrictions.  However, where this  ordinance  and  another  ordinance,  easement, covenant, or deed  restriction conflict or overlap, whichever imposes the more stringent restriction shall prevail.  (Ord. 2648 Sec. 3 (part), 1987.)  24.12.050  INTERPRETATION. In the interpretation and application of this ordinance,  all provisions shall be:  (1) Considered as minimum requirements;  (2) Liberally construed in favor of the governing body; and,  (3) Deemed neither to limit nor repeal any other powers granted under state  statutes. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 3 (part),  1987.)  24.12.060 WARNING AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY. The degree of flood protection  required by this title is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based on  Page 61 of 217 8 PMC Title 24 2019   scientific and engineering considerations. Larger floods can an d will occur on  rare occasions.  Flood heights may be increased by man‐made or natural causes. This title does not imply that  land outside the areas of special flood hazards or uses permitted within such areas will be free  from flooding or flood damages. This ordinance shall not create liability on the part of the City of  Pasco, any officer  or  employee thereof, or the Federal Insurance Administration, for any flood  damages that results from reliance on this title or any administrative decision lawfully made  thereunder. Nothing in this Title is intended to protect any particular person or class of persons  from any kind of injury or loss. (Ord . 2648 Sec. 3 (part), 1987 Page 62 of 217 9 PMC Title 24 2019   CHAPTER 24.16 ADMINISTRATION  Sections:  24.16.010  DEVELOPMENT PERMIT REQUIRED  24.16.020  DESIGNATION OF THE ADMINISTRATOR  24.16.030  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ADMINISTRATOR  24.16.040  USE OF OTHER BASE FLOOD DATA  24.16.050  INFORMATION  TO BE OBTAINED AND MAINTAINED  24.16.060  ALTERATION OF WATERCOURSES  24.16.070  INTERPRETATION OF FIRM BOUNDARIES  24.16.080  VARIANCE PROCEDURE  24.16.090  CONDITIONS FOR VARIANCES  24.16.010 DEVELOPMENT PERMIT REQUIRED. A development permit shall be obtained  before construction or development begins within any area of special flood hazard established in  Section 24.12.020. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4 (part), 1987.)  24.16.020  DESIGNATION  OF THE  ADMINISTRATOR. The  permit  shall  be  for  all  structures  including  manufactured  homes,  as  set  forth  in  the  DEFINITIONS,  and  for  all  development including fill and other activities, also set forth in the DEFINITIONS.  (1) 24.16.020 DESIGNATION OF THE ADMINISTRATOR.  (1) The City of Pasco Building Inspector Director of Community & Economic  Development or designee is hereby appointed to administer and implement this title by granting  or denying development permit applications in accordance with its provisions.  (2) For those type of construction or development projects which do not require  a building permit but involve some other local legislative or administrative approval (i.e.,  shorelines permit, conditional use permit, subdivision or short plat approval, etc.), the official  responsible  for  a  project's  compliance  with  this  ordinance  shall  be  the  Community  Development Director for the City of Pasco. (Ord. 2628 Sec. 4 (part), 1987.)  24.16.030 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ADMINISTRATOR.  Duties of the Building  Inspector shall include but not be limited to:  (1) Review all development permits to determine that the permit requirements  of this ordinance have been satisfied.  (2) Review all development permits to determine that all necessary federal,  and  state, or local governmental agency permits have been obtained from which prior approval is  required. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4 (part,) 1987.)  24.16.040 USE OF OTHER BASE FLOOD DATA. When base flood evaluation data has not  been provided in accordance with Section 24.12.020 BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING THE AREAS OF  SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD, the Building Inspector shall obtain, review, and reasonably utilize any  Page 63 of 217 10 PMC Title 24 2019   base flood elevation and floodway data available from a federal, state, or other source, in order  to administer Section 24.20.090 SPECIFIC STANDARDS, and 24.20.130 FLOODWAYS. (Ord. 2648,  Sec. 4 (part,) 1987.)  24.16.050 INFORMATION TO BE OBTAINED AND MAINTAINED.  (1) Where base flood elevation data is provided through the Flood Insurance Study,  FIRM, or required as in this section, obtain and record the actual elevation (in relation to means  sea level) of the lowest habitable floor (including basement) of all new or substantially improved  structures, and whether or not the structure contains a basement.  (2) For  all  new  or  substantially  improved  flood‐proofed nonresidential structures  where base flood elevation data is provided through the Flood Insurance Study  (FIS), FIRM, or as required in this section:  (a) Verify Obtain and record the actual elevation in relation to mean sea level);   to which the structure was floodproofed; and,  (b) Maintain  the  flood‐proofing  certifications  required  in Section  24.20.110090.  (3) Maintain  for  public  inspection  all  records  pertaining  to  the  provision  of  this  ordinance.  (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4 (part,) 1987.)  24.16.060 ALTERATION OF WATERCOURSES.  (1) Notify adjacent municipalities and the Washington State Department of Ecology  prior to any alteration of a watercourse, and submit evidence of such notification  to the Federal Insurance Administration.  (2) Require that maintenance is provided within the altered or relocated portion of said  watercourse so that the flood carrying capacity is not diminished. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4  (part), 1987.)  24.16.070 INTERPRETATION OF FIRM BOUNDARIES. The Building Inspector shall make  interpretations where needed, as to exact location of boundaries of the area of special flood  hazards (for example, where there appears to be a conflict between a mapped boundary and  actual field conditions). The person contesting the location of the boundary shall be given a  reasonable opportunity to appeal the interpretation as provided in Section 24.16.040. (Ord. 2648  Sec. 4 (part), 1987.)  24.16.080 VARIANCE PROCEDURE. (1) The provision of Chapter 25.84 "Land Use Hearings  by Examiner", shall apply in the event that an aggrieved person or persons alleges there is an  error  in  any  requirement,  decisions,  or  determination  made  by  the  Building  Inspector  or  Community Development Director in the enforcement administration of this title.  (2) In  reviewing  such  appeals,  the  hearing  examiner  shall  follow  the  procedures  contained in Chapter 25.84 and shall also consider all technical evaluations and relevant factors,  all standards specified in other sections of this title, and the following addition criteria:  (a) In danger the materials may be swept onto other lands  to  the injury of others;  Page 64 of 217 11 PMC Title 24 2019   (b) The danger to life and property due to flooding or erosion damage;  (c) The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and  the effect of such damage on the individual owner;  (d) The importance of the service provided by the proposed facility to the community;  (e) The necessity to the facility of a waterfront location, where applicable;  (f) The  availability  of  alternative  locations  (for  the  proposed  use)  which  are  not  subject to flooding or erosion  damage;  (g) The compatibility of the proposed use with existing and anticipated development;  (h) The relationship of the proposed use to the comprehensive plan and flood plan  management for that  area;  (i) The safety of access to the property in times of flood for ordinary and emergency  vehicles;  (j) The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise, and sediment transport of  the flood waters and the effects of wave action, if applicable, expected at the  site; and,  (k) The costs of providing governmental services during and after flood conditions,  including  maintenance  and  repair  of  public  facilities  such  as  sewer,  gas,  electrical, and water systems, and streets and bridges.  (3) Upon consideration of the factors of Section 24.16.101(2) and the purposes of this  title, the Hearing Examiner may attach such conditions to the granting of variances as it deems  necessary to further the purposes of this title.  (4) The Community Development Director shall maintain the records of all appeal  actions and report any variances to the Federal Insurance Administration upon request. (Ord.  2648 Sec. 4 (part),  1987.)  24.16.090 CONDITIONS FOR VARIANCES. (1) Generally, variances may be issued for new  construction and substantial improvements to be erected on a lot of one‐ half acre or less in size  contiguous to and surrounded by lots which existing structures constructed below the base flood  level, providing items (i‐xi) in Section 24.16.040(2) have been fully considered. As the lot increases  beyond one‐half acre, the technical justification required for issuing the variance increase.  (2) Variances may be issued for the reconstruction, rehabilitation or restoration of  structures listed in the National Register of Historic Places or the State Inventory of Historic  Places, without regard to the procedures set forth in the remainder of this section.  (3) Variances shall not be issued within any designated floodway if any increase in  flood levels during the base flood discharge would  result.  (4) Variances shall only be issued upon a determination that the variance is the  minimum necessary, considering the flood hazard, to afford relief.  (5) Variances shall only be issued upon:  Page 65 of 217 12 PMC Title 24 2019   (a) A showing of good and sufficient cause;  and  (b) A  determination  that  failure  to  grant  the  variance  would  result in  exceptional hardship to the applicant; and,  (c) A determination that the granting of a variance will not result in increased  flood heights, additional threats to public safety, extraordinary public expense, create  nuisances,  caused  fraud  on  or  victimization  of  the  public  as  identified  in  Section  24.16.040(2), or conflict with existing local laws or ordinances  (6) Variances as interpreted in the National Flood Insurance program are based on  the general zoning law principal that they pertain to a physical piece of property; they are not  personal in nature and do not pertain to the structure, its inhabitants, economic or financial  circumstances. They primarily address small lots in densely populated residential neighborhoods.  As such, variances from the flood elevations should be quite rare.  (7) Variances may be issued for nonresidential buildings in very limited circumstances  to allow a lesser degree of flood‐proofing than watertight or dry flood‐ proofing, where it can be  determined that such action will have low damage potential, complies with all other variance  criteria except Section 24.16.042, and otherwise complies with Sections 5.1.1 and 5.1.2 of the  GENERAL STANDARDS.  (8) Any applicant to whom a variance is granted shall be given written notice that the  structure will be permitted to be built with a lowest flood elevation below the base flood  elevation. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4 (part), 1987.) Page 66 of 217 13 PMC Title 24 2019      CHAPTER 24.20 PROVISIONS FOR FLOOD HAZARD  PROTECTION    Sections:  24.20.010  GENERAL STANDARDS  24.20.020  ANCHORING  24.20.030  CONSTRUCTION  MATERIALS AND METHODS  24.20.040  UTILITIES  24.20.050  SUBDIVISION PROPOSALS  24.20.060   REVIEW OF BUILDING PERMITS  24.20.070  SPECIFIC STANDARDS  24.20.080  RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION  24.20.090  NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION  24.20.100  MANUFACTURED HOMES  24.20.110 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES  24.20.120  FLOODWAYS  24.20.130  CRITICAL FACILITIES  24.20.010 GENERAL STANDARDS. In all areas of special flood hazards the following  standards are required:  24.20.020  ANCHORING.  (1) All new construction and substantial improvements shall  be anchored to prevent floatation, collapse or lateral  movements  of the structure.  (2) All manufactured homes must likewise be anchored to prevent floatation, collapse,  or lateral movement, and shall be installed using methods and practices that minimize flood  damage. Anchoring methods may include, but are not limited to, use of over‐the‐top or frame  ties to ground anchors (reference FEMA's "Manufactured Home Installation in Flood Hazard  Areas" guidebook for additional techniques).  24.20.030 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND METHODS. (1) All new construction and  substantial improvements shall be constructed with materials and utility equipment resistant  to flood damage.  (2) All new construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed  using methods and practices that minimize flood  damage.  (3) Electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air‐conditioning equipment  and other service facilities shall be designed and/or otherwise elevated or located so as to  prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components  during conditions  of flooding.  Page 67 of 217 14 PMC Title 24 2019      24.20.040 UTILITIES. (1) All new and replacement water supply systems shall be  designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the  system;  (2) New and replacement sanitary sewage systems shall be designed to minimize  or eliminate infiltration of flood  waters into the systems and discharge from  the system into  flood waters;  and,  (3) On‐site waste disposal systems shall be located to avoid impairment to them or  contamination from them during flooding. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 5 (part),  1987.)  (3)(4) Water wells shall be located on high ground that is not in the floodway  24.20.050 SUBDIVISION PROPOSALS. (1) All subdivision proposals shall be consistent  with the need to minimize flood  damage;  (2) All subdivision proposals shall have public utilities and facilities such as sewer,  gas, electrical, and water systems located and constructed to minimize flood damage;  (3) All  subdivision  proposals  shall  have  adequate drainage  provided  to  reduce  exposure to flood damage; and,  (4) Where  base  flood  elevation  data  has  not  been  provided  from  another  authoritative  source,  it  shall  be  generated  for  subdivision  proposals  and  other  proposed  developments which contain at least 50 lots or 5 acres (whichever is less).                  24.20.060 REVIEW OF BUILDING PERMITS. Where elevation data is not available either  through the Flood Insurance Study (FIS), FIRM, or from another authoritative source (Section  24.16.050), applications for building permits shall be reviewed to assure that proposed  construction will be reasonably safe from flooding. The test of reasonableness is a local  judgment and includes use of historical data, high water marks, photographs of past flooding,  etc., where available. Failure to elevate at least two feet above the highest adjacent grade in  these zones may result in higher insurance rates.  (Ord. 2648 Sec. 5 (part), 1987.)  24.20.070 SPECIFIC STANDARDS. In all areas of special flood hazards where base flood  elevation data has been provided as set forth in Section 24.12.020 BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING  THE AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD, or Section 24.16.040 USE OF OTHER BASE FLOOD DATA,  the following provisions are required:  24.20.080  RESIDENTIAL  CONSTRUCTION.  (1)  New  construction  and  substantial  improvement of any residential structure shall have the lowest floor, including basement,  elevated to one foot or more or above base flood  elevation.  (2) Fully enclosed areas below the lowest floor that are subject to flooding are  prohibited, or shall be designated to automatically equalize hydrostatic flood forces on exterior  walls by allowing for the entry  and exit of  floodwaters.  Designs for  meeting this requirement  must either be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect or must meet or  exceed the following minimum criteria:  (a) A minimum of two openings have a total net area of not less than one  Page 68 of 217 15 PMC Title 24 2019      inch for every square foot of enclosed area subject to flooding shall be provided;  (b) The bottom of all openings shall be no higher than one foot above  (c) grade;  Openings  may  be  equipped  with  screens,  louvers,  or  other  coverings  or  devices  provided  that  they  permit  the  automatic  entry  and  exit  of  floodwaters.  24.20.090  NONRESIDENTIAL  CONSTRUCTION.  New  construction  and  substantial  improvement of any commercial, industrial or other  nonresidential structures shall either have  the lowest floor, including  basement, elevated to the level of one foot or more above the base  flood elevation; or, together with attendant utility and  sanitary  facilities, shall:  (1) Be flood‐proofed so that below one foot or more above the base flood level the  structure is watertight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water;  (2) Have structural components capable of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic  loads and effects of buoyancy;  (3) Be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect that the design      and     methods     of     construction     are     in     accordance     with accepted standards of  practice for meeting provisions of this subsection based on their development and/or review  of the structural design, specifications and plans. Such certifications shall be provided to the  official as set forth in Section 24.16.034(2).  (4) Nonresidential structures that are elevated, not flood‐proofed, must meet the  same standards for space below the lowest floor as described in 24.20.100(2).  (Ord. 2648 Sec.  5 (part), 1987.)  (5) Applicants who are floodproofing nonresidential buildings shall be notified that  flood insurance premiums will be based on rates that are one foot below the floodproofed  level (e.g. a building floodproofed to the base flood level will be rated as one foot below).    24.20.100    MANUFACTURED  HOMES.  All  manufactured  homes  to  be  placed  or  substantially  improved within Zones Al‐30, AH and Aeon sites shall be elevated on  a  permanent foundation such that the lowest floor of the manufactured home is at or one foot  or more above the base flood elevation and securely anchored to an adequately anchored  foundation system in accordance with the provisions of subsection 24.20.020(2).  24.20.110 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. Recreational vehicles placed on sites are required  to either:  (1) Be on the site for fewer than 180 consecutive days, (or)  (2) (ii) Be fully licensed and ready for highway use, on its wheels or jacking system, is  attached to the site only by quick disconnect type utilities and security devices, and  have no permanently attached additions; or  (3) (iii) Meet the requirements of 24.20.100 above and the elevation and anchoring  requirements for manufactured homes.  Page 69 of 217 16 PMC Title 24 2019        24.20.11024.20.120  FLOODWAYS  Located  within  areas  of  special  flood  hazard  established in Section 24.12.120 are areas extremely hazardous area sue to the velocity of  flood waters which carry debris, potential projectiles, and erosion potential, the following  provisions apply:  (1) Prohibit  encroachments,  including  fill,  new  construction,  substantial  improvements,  and  other  development  unless  certification  by  a  registered  professional  engineer or architect is provided demonstrating through hydrologic and hydraulic analyses  performed in accordance with standard engineering practice that the proposed encroachment  would not result in any increase in flood levels during the occurrence of the base flood  discharge.demonstrating that encroachments shall not result in a increase in flood levels  during the occurrence of the base flood discharge.  (1)(2) Construction  or  reconstruction  of  residential  structures  is  prohibited  within designated floodways, except for (i) repairs, reconstruction, or improvements to a  structure which do not increase the ground floor area; and (ii) repairs, reconstruction or  improvements to a structure, the cost of which, as a cumulative amount within a 5‐year period,  does not exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure either, (A) before the repair,  or reconstruction is started, or (B) if the structure has been damaged, and is being restored,  before the damage occurred. Any project for improvement of a structure to correct existing  violations of state or local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which have been  identified by the local code enforcement official and which are the minimum necessary to  assure safe living conditions, or to structures identified as historic places, may be excluded in  the 50 percent.  (2)(3) If Section 24.20.130(1) is satisfied, all new construction and substantial  improvements shall comply with all applicable flood hazard reduction provisions of  this Chapter (24.20). (Ord. 2648 Sec. 5 (part), 1987.)  24.20.130 CRITICAL FACILITY   Construction of new critical facilities shall be, to the extent possible, located outside the limits  of the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) (100‐year floodplain).  Construction of new critical  facilities shall be permissible within the SFHA if no feasible alternative site is available.  Critical  facilities constructed within the SFHA shall have the lowest floor elevated three feet above BFE  or to the height of the 500‐year flood, whichever is higher.  Access to and from the critical  facility should also be protected to the height utilized above.  Floodproofing and sealing  measures must be taken to ensure that toxic substances will not be displaced by or released  into floodwaters.  Access routes elevated to or above the level of the base flood elevation shall  be provided to all critical facilities to the extent possible.  Section 2.  This  ordinance  shall  take  full  force  and  effect  five  (5)  days  after  its  approval, passage and publication as required by law.    Page 70 of 217 17 PMC Title 24 2019  PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, and approved as provided  by law this ____ day of _________________, 2019.  APPROVED AS TO FORM:  __________________________________  __________________________________  Matt Watkins, Mayor  ATTEST:  _________________________________ Debra Barham, City Clerk Kerr/Ferguson Law Group, City Attorney  Page 71 of 217     MINUTES  PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING  City Hall ‐ Council Chambers  525 North Third Avenue  Pasco, Washington  THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2019  7:00 PM     Planning Commission Meeting Page 1 September 19, 2019      WORKSHOP  A. Code Amendment:  Floodplain Management Ordinance Code Update MF# CA2019‐012:  Community and  Economic Development Director Rick White explained Department of Ecology Eastern Region National  Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Coordinator Lynn Schmidt engaged City staff in a Community Assistance  Visit (CAV) relating to the City’s floodplain management ordinance.  Enforcement of the City’s floodplain  management ordinance allows the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to make federally  backed flood insurance available to property owners within the City of Pasco.   Mr. White further explained City of Pasco’s current floodplain management ordinance, Title 24 Floodplain  (Ordinance 2648), was last updated in 1987.  The City will need to revise its ordinance in order to be  compliant with the current FEMA Model Ordinance for the State of Washington.  Mr. White stated this  will be presented for consideration for formal approval at the October 17, 2019 Planning Commission  meeting.          Respectfully submitted,        Sherrie S. Young, Temporary Administrative Assistant II                  Community & Economic Development Department      Page 72 of 217     MINUTES  PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING  City Hall ‐ Council Chambers  525 North Third Avenue  Pasco, Washington  THURSDAY, October 17, 2019  7:00 PM     Planning Commission    Meeting Minutes Page 1 October 17, 2019      PUBLIC HEARINGS   Code Amendment ‐ Floodplain Management Ordinance Code Update (CA 2019‐012):  Community  and Economic Development Director Rick White gave a brief history of the Floodplain Management  Ordinance Code Update, stating Department of Ecology Eastern Region National Flood Insurance  Program (NFIP) Coordinator Lynn Schmidt had engaged City staff in a Community Assistance Visit  relating to the City’s enforcement of the City’s floodplain management ordinance. Enforcement of  this ordinance allowed the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to make federally  backed flood insurance available to property owners within City of Pasco.    Mr. White explained staff was seeking a recommendation to move this Code Amendment forward  for presentation to City Council.    Chair Roach opened the hearing for public comments.  Mary Mahoney, 5017 West Pearl Street, Pasco, Washington, addressed the Commission asking if  development would occur on the three lots across from her home.  She also asked who would be  developing those lots.      Chair Roach explained this was not a development project but a code amendment and further  explained maps needed to be updated to show potential flood areas.    Ms. Mahoney stated she had repeatedly requested information regarding development of this area  from City of Pasco and felt she was not being given appropriate information and, for the record, felt  she was being given, “the runaround.”    Chair Roach reiterated there was no development project planned and this public hearing was  regarding a code amendment to the Floodplain Management Ordinance Code.      Ms. Mahoney discussed previous Requests for Public Record she had made and said she felt she was  being ignored.  Chair Roach stated, it was her understanding, the information requested had been  provided in both hard copy and electronic format and has been ready to be picked up in the City  Clerk’s office for quite some time.  Ms. Mahoney said she had picked up the information but couldn’t  read the hard copies and couldn’t open the electronic files.    She continued stating she has seen an abundance of wildlife in that area and feared for the safety of  said wildlife.  She stated, for the record, she was very concerned about the planet.    Chair Roach summarized Ms. Mahoney’s concerns and thanked her for input.  She stated she was  also concerned about the planet and wildlife but didn’t feel this public hearing was the correct forum  for discussing those concerns.       Commissioner J. Campos moved to close the public comment portion of the hearing.   Commissioner Bowers seconded and the motion carried unanimously.    Page 73 of 217    Planning Commission Meeting Page 2 October 17, 2019       After a brief discussion, Commissioner J. Campos amended his motion and moved to close  the public hearing and recommended moving Code Amendment CA 2019‐012 forward for  presentation to City Council for consideration. Commissioner Bowers seconded and the  motion carried unanimously.       Respectfully submitted,          Sherrie S. Young, Temporary Administrative Assistant II                  Community & Economic Development Department  Page 74 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 30, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Rick White, Director Community & Economic Development Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Michael Morales, Deputy Director Community & Economic Development SUBJECT: Pasco-Colima Cooperation & Friendship Agreement I. REFERENCE(S): Colima Cooperation & Friendship Agreement Presentation Proposed Resolution and Pasco-Colima Cooperation & Friendship Agreement II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. _____, regarding a Cooperation and Friendship Agreement between the State of Colima of the United Mexican States and the City of Pasco, Washington, and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the agreement. III. FISCAL IMPACT: Future travel and logistics expenses to be determined through budget process. IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: Colima is a smaller rural Mexican state that has a sizable ex-patriate population in Pasco. In 2016, “Somos Pasco” Economic Development Vision identified the establishment of a Sister City/Trade Mission as an economic development strategy. In 2018, City Council discussed a joint effort with the Port of Pasco to pursue a relationship with Colima, Mexico, and authorized staff to continue explore and develop a relationship. In March 2019, the Governor of Colima sent the State Secretary of Economic Development and State Secretary of Social Development on an exploratory mission to Pasco. During this visit, the cabinet officials made presentations to the City Council and various economic development and education groups. The outpouring of support from the community was significant, and dozens of Pasco residents volunteered to help Page 75 of 217 continue developing the relationship. As a goodwill gesture for receiving the delegation, and to affirm his continued interest in developing this relationship, the Governor of Colima and the Secretary of Economic Development to Trapiche Cervezeria of Colima/Casa Jennifer Chef sent Arana participate in the 2019 Pasco Cinco de Mayo Festival. Ms. Arana also was the featured chef to launch the Chef’s Table Dinner Series at the Pasco Specialty Kitchen. That visit was followed by a formal invitation from the Governor of Colima to visit the state. In June 2019, a local steering committee was formed to assign project teams to develop projects in the areas of Economic Development and Trade; Education and Training; Public Safety, Health and Wellness; Arts and Culture; and Rotary International Exchange. The meetings have been attended by 25-30 people, representing over a dozen local and regional agencies. The group has also held joint video planning meetings with counterparts in Colima. In October 2019, a ten-member delegation of Pasco residents, technical experts and City officials visited the State of Colima. Over a five-day period, the group met with various state and community agencies, including the Port of Manzanillo, Rotary International, State Director of Culture and Tourism, and the Office of Civil Protection. Various potential projects and programs were discussed and the Governor reaffirmed his a Friendship and supporting Cooperation establishing to commitment and Agreement with the City of Pasco. V. DISCUSSION: The proposed Cooperation and Friendship Agreement is legally non-binding, which relies mostly on third party entities for implementation of various projects. Additional agreements, such education exchange agreements between universities or school districts, would supplement the agreement in the form of the work plan, but would not obligate the city without specific Council action. Likewise, future contribution of equipment or other items stemming from the proposed agreement would require specific City Council approval. If approved by the City Council, a companion document in Spanish will be presented to the Mayor and City Manager for execution, and transmitted to the Governor of Colima. The date. future a for planned signing would ceremony formal A be recommendation of the steering committee is to invite the Governor to participate in the 2020 Pasco Cinco de Mayo Festival as an honored guest. The decision on the participation in Cinco de Mayo will be handled by the Downtown Pasco Development Authority, which has been active in the Arts and Culture subcommittee, and was represented in Colima by Board President Gabriel Portugal. PowerPoint presentation from the steering committee will be provided prior to the discussion. Page 76 of 217 Page 77 of 217 Pasco-Colima Cooperation & Friendship Agreement November 4, 2019Page 78 of 217 Progress to Date Mar 2019:Secretary of Economic Development and Secretary of Social Development for State of Colima conduct initial exploratory visit to Pasco. May 2019:Colima sent Executive Chef Jennifer Arrana of Casa Trapiche to participate in Cinco de Mayo and initiate the Chefs Table Dinner Series at Pasco Specialty Kitchen Jun 2019:Held first meeting of local steering committee to establish framework for exchange. Attended by 25 people representing 21 organizations. Jul 2019:Work plans for steering committee work groups drafted. Oct 2019:Pasco delegation reciprocates exploratory visit to Colima Nov 2019:Negotiation and approval of Cooperation Agreement Dec 2020:Continue structural formation of steering committee Jan 2020:Prioritize and develop exchange projects per agreementPage 79 of 217 October Delegation Members CITY OF PASCO: Mayor Matt Watkins Councilmember David Milne Dave Zabell Michael Morales ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TRADE:Gary Ballew, Port of Pasco EDUCATION: Dr. Susana Reyes, Pasco School District ARTS & CULTURE: Jose Iniguez, Encanto Arts and Gabriel Portugal, DPDA ROTARY INTERNATIONAL: Carl Holder CITIZEN ADVOCATE: Ana Ruiz, Fiesta FoodsPage 80 of 217 Pasco Steering Committee Organizations Port of Pasco Pasco School District Rotary International Downtown Pasco Development Authority Encanto Arts Columbia Basin Community College Fiesta Foods WSU-Tri-Cities Franklin County TC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce TRIDEC Franklin County PUD Pasco Police Department Pasco Fire Department Mid-Columbia Master Singers Tri-City Alliance FC Tri-Cities Community Health Visit Tri-Cities Interested Private CitizensPage 81 of 217 Pasco-Colima Cooperation & Friendship Agreement Objective: To establish the coordinating framework for Pasco and Colima to facilitate cooperation and exchange. A vessel that can transcend political transitions.Page 82 of 217 Pasco-Colima Cooperation & Friendship Agreement Legal Considerations The agreement is non-binding, and does not supercede any right or authority of the city, state, or federal government. Neither party will be obligated to carry out any activity for which a prohibition exists, whether it be by law, custom, or internal condition. Page 83 of 217 Pasco-Colima Cooperation & Friendship Agreement Other Legal Considerations Intellectual Property Data Protection Insurance Employment Status Civil Liability Settlement of Disputes Temporary Import of Equipment and MaterialPage 84 of 217 Pasco-Colima Cooperation & Friendship Agreement Financial Considerations Each party recognizes its responsibility to finance local agreement activities with local partners, resources and within budget and regulatory constraints. Each party agrees to pay for its own participation expenses for delegation visits, unless a special circumstance is negotiated for specific activities.Page 85 of 217 Cooperation & Friendship Agreement Areas of Cooperation Economic Development & Trade Primary, Secondary and Post Secondary Education Arts & Culture Public Safety, Health & Wellness Rotary InternationalPage 86 of 217 Cooperation & Friendship Agreement Proposed Outcomes Exchange economic data for trade opportunities. Develop or expand import/export opportunities. Development of education exchange programs.Page 87 of 217 Cooperation & Friendship Agreement Proposed Outcomes Arts and culture exchange projects, including: instrumental and vocal performing artist exchange, music composition exchange, commission/donation of art pieces, art exhibitions, culinary exchange of chefs and products.Page 88 of 217 Cooperation & Friendship Agreement Proposed Outcomes Knowledge and experience exchange in community health and wellness initiatives. Intergovernmental exchange of programs, technical assistance and equipment.Page 89 of 217 Steering Committee Work Program Structure Bi-Annual Work Programs will be developed and proposed as addenda to the Cooperation & Friendship Agreement, and will include: Objectives: Implementation Schedules Identify Responsible Partner Agencies Estimated allocation of human, material and financial and resources. Publication of Results; and Other information the parties deem beneficial to the projects.Page 90 of 217 QUESTIONS?Page 91 of 217 Resolution - 1 RESOLUTION NO. _________ A RESOLUTION approving a Cooperation and Friendship Agreement between the State of Colima of the United Mexican States and the City of Pasco, Washington, United States of America and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the Agreement. WHEREAS, Somos Pasco, a community driven economic development plan produced by the Port of Pasco, identified the establishment of an exchange program with a Mexican community as a priority; and WHEREAS, the City of Pasco contains a sizeable resident population with roots and ties to the Mexican state of Colima; and WHEREAS, in 2018, the Pasco City Council authorized staff to explore the development of an exchange relationship with the State of Colima, Mexico; and WHEREAS, in March of 2019, the Governor of Colima sent the State Secretary of Economic Development, and the State Secretary of Social Development on an exploratory mission to Pasco; and WHEREAS, as a gesture of goodwill and cooperation, the Governor of Colima and Secretary of Economic Development sent Chef Jennifer Arana of Cervezeria Colima to Pasco as a culinary ambassador to the 2019 Pasco Cinco de Mayo Festival; and WHEREAS, in response to these events, a Pasco Steering Committee was formed to begin planning for implementation of various programs and projects identified in the Colima exploratory visit; and WHEREAS, in October 2019, a delegation of Pasco residents, technical experts, and city officials conducted a reciprocal exploration visit to the State of Colima, in order to understand the viability and feasibility of pursuing certain exchange projects; and WHEREAS, the Governor of Colima reaffirmed his commitment to enter into a Cooperation and Friendship Agreement to memorialize, in a legally non-binding manner, the relationship between the communities of Colima and Pasco. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That the Pasco-Colima Cooperation and Friendship Agreement (Exhibit A) is approved as a guiding document for Pasco-Colima exchange projects and programs. Section 2. That the City of Pasco will work with other community partners to facilitate its successful implementation. Page 92 of 217 Resolution - 2 Section 3. The Mayor and the City Manager of the City of Pasco, Washington, are hereby authorized and directed to sign the Cooperation and Friendship Agreement between the State of Colima of the United Mexican States and the City of Pasco, Washington, United States of America, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as Exhibit A; and to take all necessary steps required to complete this transaction. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, at its regular meeting dated this 4th day of November 2019. _____________________________ Matt Watkins, Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: _____________________________ ___________________________ Debra Barham, CMC Eric W. Ferguson City Clerk City Attorney Page 93 of 217 Page 1 of 6 Agreement Between Colima and City of Pasco COOPERATION AND FRIENDSHIP AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF COLIMA OF THE UNITED MEXICAN STATES AND CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA The State of Colima of the United Mexican States, and City of Pasco, Washington, United States of America; hereinafter referred to as “the Coordinating Parties”; MOTIVATED by the will to strengthen the existing bonds of friendship and cooperation among the greater communities of both the Coordinating Parties; UNDERSTANDING the importance of exchanging experiences that contribute to strengthening activities related to economic, educational, health and cultural matters; and COMMITTED to fostering the development of specific cooperation programs in economic, educational, health and cultural matters; and IN CONSIDERATION OF the desire of the Pasco community to establish a cooperative partnership with a Mexican community, as identified in the Somos Pasco Economic Development Plan; and the expressed commitment of the government of the State of Colima to enter into such a partnership, as demonstrat ed and reinforced by exploratory delegation visits by both coordinating parties to Pasco and Colima; NOW THEREFORE the Coordinating Parties agree to the following: ARTICLE I Objective The purpose of this Agreement is to establish the coordinating framework for the Parties to carry out cooperation and exchange activities. ARTICLE II Areas of Cooperation In order to achieve the objective referred to in Article I, the Parties will carry out cooperation activities in the following areas: a) Economic Development and Trade; b) Primary, Secondary, Post Secondary Education and Training; EXHIBIT A Page 94 of 217 Page 2 of 6 Agreement Between Colima and City of Pasco c) Community Safety, Health, and Wellness; d) Arts and Culture, including Gastronomy or Culinary Arts; e) Facilitation of projects through Rotary International ARTICLE III Outcomes of Cooperation In order to achieve the objective of the present Agreement , the Parties may carry out the cooperation activities that include, but are not limited to the following modalities: a) Development of education exchange programs; b) Exchange of economic data for trade opportunities; c) Exchange of art, performance artists, and gastronomical or culinary experts and programs; d) Knowledge and experience exchange in community health and wellness initiatives; e) Import and export exchange of local and regional products; and f) Government to government exchange of programs, technical assistance and equipment. The execution of this Agreement will not bind the Parties to establish projects in all fields and areas of cooperation referred to in this Article. The Parties will not be obligated to collaborate in activities for which a prohibition exists, whether it is internal in nature, or derived from law, or custom. ARTICLE IV Steering Committees, Work Programs and Specific Collaboration Programs The Parties will coordinate local Steering Committees to formulate Work Programs (which can be annual or biannual in nature, depending on the Parties interests) consisting of the activities or projects to be developed, which once formalized will be an integral part Page 95 of 217 Page 3 of 6 Agreement Between Colima and City of Pasco of this Agreement, and must contain the following information : a) Objectives; b) Implementation schedule; c) Responsible partner agencies; d) Estimated allocation of human, material and financial resources; e) Publication of results; and g) Other information the Parties deem beneficial to the projects. ARTICLE V Financing The Parties and local partner agencies will provide financing for the activities referred to in this Agreement, with resources allocated within their own respective funding sources, according to availability, budgetary allocation, and the provision of law. Each Party will cover its own participation expenses for local government officials, and will coordinate with local partner agencies to ensure their payment of expenses, unless an exchange activity is considered appropriate to resort to alternative financing mechanisms for specific activities, or if the Parties agree to specific financial arrangements for such activities. ARTICLE VI Participation of Third-Party Institutions The Parties, when deemed convenient, will encourage the partaking of third-party institutions, public or private, whose activities directly affect the areas of cooperation, in order to strengthen and widen the mechanisms that provide for an effective execution of this Agreement. ARTICLE VII Intellectual Property If products of commercial value and / or intellectual property rights are generated from cooperation activities under this Agreement, they shall be ruled in accordance to applicable national legislation, as well as international agreements on such matters , binding to both, the Mexican United States and the United States of America. Page 96 of 217 Page 4 of 6 Agreement Between Colima and City of Pasco ARTICLE VIII Data Protection If, at any time during the deployment of the cooperation activities set forth by this Agreement, any data, material and / or equipment is identified as necessary to be protected and classified, the Parties will inform the proper authorities, and shall establish, in writing, the corresponding measures to be taken. The transfer of any unprotected and unclassified data will be done in accordance with applicable local, state, or national legislation and use. At the request of any of the Parties, appropriate and/or required measures will be taken to prevent unauthorized transfer or retransfer of such data, material or equipment . ARTICLE IX Temporary Import of Equipment and Material The Parties shall coordinate with, and assist each other with necessary administrative, fiscal and customs facilitations for the entry and exit into and from their territory, on a temporary basis, of the equipment and materials to be used in the carrying out of the projects, in accordance with their national legislation. ARTICLE X Community Accountability Mechanism In order to achieve the best conditions for the execution of this Agreement, the Parties shall appoint an authorized representative for each government entity, who will serve to coordinate the development and implementation of the cooperation activities referred to by this Agreement. In order to achieve the best conditions for the execution of this Agreement, th e Parties shall also establish and/or appoint a local Steering Committee. The Steering Committee shall meet as required, in order to evaluate all aspects derived from the execution of this Agreement, having the following functions: a) Plan, organize and coordinate delegation exchange visits between Colima and Pasco; b) Develop, coordinate and implement exchange programs; c) Plan, organize and coordinate program specific exchange visits to Colima or Pasco, and Page 97 of 217 Page 5 of 6 Agreement Between Colima and City of Pasco d) Form a local non-profit corporation or foundation to fund exchange program activities and related expenses, including student or participant scholarships, fellowships, and other non-governmental exchange programs. ARTICLE XI Employment Relationship The personnel assigned by each Party for the execution of activities derived from the present Agreement, shall continue under the direction and dependence of the institution to which he/she pertains, and shall not create any labor relation with the other Party, which in no case shall be considered as a substitute employer . ARTICLE XII Personnel Entry and Exit The Parties shall carry out the necessary procedures under their respective authorities in order to facilitate the entry and departure of participants who are officially involved in the projects derived from the present Agreement. Such participants shall be subject to the immigration, tax, customs, health and national security laws of the receiving country and may not partake in any activity other than those pertaining to their functions, without the previous authorization of the relevant authorities in this field. ARTICLE XIII Insurance The Parties shall ensure that the personnel involved in such activities have medical, personal damage and life insurance, so that, if a damage results from such activities derived from the present Agreement, repair or indemnification shall be cove red by the insured. ARTICLE XIV Civil Liability The parties shall be indemnified from any civil liability due to damages produced as a consequence of incidental event or force majeure, particularly due to stoppage of academic or administrative activities. ARTICLE XV Other Related Instruments The cooperation under this Agreement shall be implemented without prejudice to the rights and obligations the Parties may have acquired under other international or intergovernmental agreements binding them. Page 98 of 217 Page 6 of 6 Agreement Between Colima and City of Pasco ARTICLE XVI Settlement of Disputes Any difference or divergence derived from the interpretation or application of the present Instrument shall be resolved by both Parties in common agreement. ARTICLE XIV Agreement Effective The present Agreement shall go into effect upon the date of its signature and shall remain in effect for up to a five (5) year period, and may be renewed for equal periods, by evaluation and acceptance, unless any one Party expresses its decision to terminate or transfer the obligations contained herein, through written communication, six (6) months in advance. The present Agreement may be modified by mutual consent of the Parties, by formalizing it through written communications, required legislative action, and specifying the date of its enforcement. The anticipated termination of the present Agreement shall not affect the completion of the activities, formalized while it was in force. SIGNED in the City of ______, __________, on the ____ (day) of _____ (month) of _________ (year), in two original and official copies in the Spanish and English languages, all texts being equally authentic. ON BEHALF OF THE STATE OF COLIMA, E.U.M ________________________ GOVERNOR ON BEHALF OF CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, U.S.A MATT WATKINS, MAYOR ___________________________ DAVE ZABELL, CITY MANAGER Page 99 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 29, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Zach Ratkai, Director Administrative & Community Services SUBJECT: Orthophoto Mapping Intergovernmental Agreement I. REFERENCE(S): Proposed Resolution II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. ________, authorizing the City Manager to aerial for County Benton execute Agreement Intergovernmental the with photography and orthophoto mapping of areas within the City of Pasco. III. FISCAL IMPACT: $19,646.96, plus applicable business and occupancy tax - General Fund IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: The Aerial Orthophoto project is a regional project wherein a number of public agencies in the Tri Cities area partner for a single project to update aerial photos and mapping. The City of Pasco has previously partnered with Franklin County, who then partnered with Benton County, for aerial flyovers required for updating our ability to provide current aerial photo maps. The flyovers are generally done every two (2) years and this year most of the Tri City agencies are contracting directly with Benton County, which results in a volume discount for all agencies involved. V. DISCUSSION: of analysis and data, mapping, accurate the urban provide to order In most development, infrastructure planning, public safety, and other public purposes, it is recommended to continually update the aerial photos available to the city. Page 100 of 217 Therefore, staff recommends that the Council approve the proposed resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign the interlocal agreement (Exhibit A). This item was discussed at the October 28 workshop meeting. Page 101 of 217 RESOLUTION NO. __________ A RESOLUTION of the City of Pasco, Washington, Authorizing the City Manager to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement with Benton County for Aerial Photography and Orthophoto Mapping of areas within the City of Pasco. WHEREAS, the City of Pasco, Washington, and Benton County, Washington each have the need for aerial photography and orthophoto mapping; and WHEREAS, the City of Pasco, Washington, and Benton County, Washington desire to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement for efficiency and cost effectiveness; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, has after due consideration, determined that it is in the best interest of the City of Pasco to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with Benton County, Washington; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The City Council of the City of Pasco approves the terms and conditions of the Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Pasco and Benton County, Washington, as attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A. Section 2. The City Manager of the City of Pasco, Washington, is hereby authorized, empowered, and directed to execute said Agreement on behalf of the City of Pasco. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington and approved as provided by law this _____ day of ____________, 2019. _______________________ Matt Watkins Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: _______________________ _________________________ Debra Barham, CMC Eric W. Ferguson City Clerk City Attorney Page 102 of 217 Exhibit A Page 103 of 217 Page 104 of 217 Page 105 of 217 Page 106 of 217 Page 107 of 217 Page 108 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 30, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Angie Pitman, Urban Development Coordinator Community & Economic Development SUBJECT: 2020-2024 Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan and Elements I. REFERENCE(S): 1. 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan, Elements 2. Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing 3. Proposed Resolution II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: MOTION: I move to approve Resolution No. _____, adopting the 2020-2024 Tri- Cities HOME Consortium Consolidated Plan and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing. III. FISCAL IMPACT: IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) requires that cities receiving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and/or Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) funds to complete a five-year consolidated plan that outlines needs, priorities, market conditions and strategies to utilize funds in a way that addresses the needs identified. The present five-year Tri-Cities HOME Consortium Consolidated Plan for the Cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland will expire on December 31, 2019. The Tri-Cities HOME Consortium (Consortium), represented by member cities Richland, Kennewick and Pasco, has developed the Consolidated Plan for HUD funded programs for the next five years. The Consortium procured the services of the Cloudburst Group to assist with the development of the Plan. The Consolidated Plan covers program years 2020 through 2024 and serves as a tool to assist in making data- driven, place-based investment decisions that align and focus funding from CDBG and HOME. These programs are designed to provide decent housing, suitable living Page 109 of 217 environments, and create economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate- income persons and neighborhoods. The City of Pasco will receive approximately $4.3 million in combined federal funds for CDBG ($3.5 million) and HOME ($775,000) activities over the next five years. All CDBG and HOME funded activities for the years 2020 through 2024, and all third party activities, such as development of assisted housing, must be consistent with the 2020-2024 Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan. The focus is to design for flexibility in the process and establish priorities for funding programs for the year 2020 and beyond. The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on the Plan on October 17th and has recommended its approval. Council reviewed the draft 2020-2024 Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing at the Workshop Meeting of October 28, 2019. V. DISCUSSION: In development of the Consolidated Plan, the Consortium consulted with its partners and stakeholders in a total of seven (7) community meetings to gain feedback and comments on a variety of topics that directly impact the Consolidated Planning process. Seventy-one (71) community stakeholders were invited to participate in the process. The consultant reviewed local plans, and conducted Focus Group meetings with community stakeholders. The public was also invited to provide input on community needs and assessments in a Community Survey completed July 12, 2019 for the following areas: • economic development/community infrastructure needs, • public services/human services/special needs, and • decent/affordable housing needs. The Plan contains three strategic goals consistent with the goals from the 2015-2019 Plan: 1. Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice 2. Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development 3. Homeless Intervention and Public Services HUD also requires that cities receiving CDBG and or HOME funds complete an analysis of impediments to fair housing. The Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice is attached(Reference 2). Page 110 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 1 | Page                   Pasco 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan                    Draft Version: 9/19/2019    Page 111 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 2 | Page  Contents Executive Summary ....................................................................................................................................... 4  ES‐05 Executive Summary ......................................................................................................................... 4  The Process ................................................................................................................................................... 6  PR‐05 Lead & Responsible Agencies ......................................................................................................... 6  PR‐10 Consultation ................................................................................................................................... 7  PR‐15 Citizen Participation ...................................................................................................................... 18  Needs Assessment ...................................................................................................................................... 23  NA‐05 Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 23  NA‐50 Non‐Housing Community Development Needs ........................................................................... 25  Housing Market Analysis ............................................................................................................................. 27  MA‐05 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 27  MA‐45 Non‐Housing Community Development Assets .......................................................................... 28  MA‐50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion ....................................................................................... 32  Strategic Plan .............................................................................................................................................. 34  SP‐05 Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 34  SP‐10 Geographic Priorities .................................................................................................................... 34  SP‐25 Priority Needs ............................................................................................................................... 35  SP‐40 Institutional Delivery Structure ..................................................................................................... 41  SP‐45 Goals ............................................................................................................................................. 45  SP‐65 Lead‐based Paint Hazards ............................................................................................................. 47  SP‐70 Anti‐Poverty Strategy .................................................................................................................... 47  SP‐80 Monitoring .................................................................................................................................... 48  Annual Action Plan ...................................................................................................................................... 50  AP‐15 Expected Resources ...................................................................................................................... 50  AP‐20 Annual Goals and Objectives ........................................................................................................ 52  AP‐35 Projects ......................................................................................................................................... 53  Page 112 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 3 | Page  AP‐38 Project Summary .......................................................................................................................... 54  AP‐50 Geographic Distribution ............................................................................................................... 59  AP‐85 Other Actions ................................................................................................................................ 59  AP‐90 Program Specific Requirements ................................................................................................... 61                                            Page 113 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 4 | Page  Executive Summary   ES‐05 Executive Summary  1. Introduction  The 2020‐2024 Tri‐Cities Consortium Consolidated Plan represents a continuing collaboration of the  three principal cities in developing common goals and directions to meet affordable housing,  infrastructure, community development, and public service needs. The Consolidated Plan provides the  community with the following sections:   Needs Assessment ‐ An assessment of housing and community development needs with a focus  on low‐ and moderate‐income persons (defined as households with incomes falling below 80%  of the HUD‐defined Area Median Income, AMI)   Market Analysis – A review of housing market conditions   Strategic Plan ‐ Established goals responding to priority needs and a basis for developing annual  plans  2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment  Overview  Three priority needs were identified with goals corresponding to those needs. The priority needs were  determined by review of data, community meetings, public survey, and City staff consultations. The  priority needs are bolded below.  Affordable Housing ‐ There is a need for affordable housing creation and preservation. The  corresponding goal is to increase and preserve affordable housing choices. Activities under this goal  would include expanding the supply of affordable housing units by developing owner and renter‐ occupied housing, including acquisition and rehabilitation. Activities would also include providing  financial assistance to local housing development organizations to increase the supply of affordable  housing. Funds will sustain or improve the quality of existing affordable housing stock, such as  rehabilitation of housing, eligible code enforcement tasks, energy efficiency/weatherization  improvements, removal of spot blight conditions, and ADA improvements. Funds will increase  community awareness of lead‐paint hazards and assist with testing for lead hazards. Homeownership  opportunities will be provided through such activities as gap financing, down payment assistance, and  infill ownership.  Community Development ‐ Activities would include support for businesses that create jobs for lower‐ income residents and/or businesses that provide essential services to lower‐income neighborhoods or  provide stability to at‐risk or blighted areas through activities such as façade improvements and support  for micro‐enterprises. Funds may support activities that improve the skills of the local workforce,  including those unstably housed and those with special needs. Community infrastructure would be  Page 114 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 5 | Page  supported by provision and improvements such as ADA ramps, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets, parks,  playgrounds, community gardens, and street lights. Funds may provide LID assessment payments for  lower income households. Funds will be used to provide or improve public facilities, including  neighborhood centers, recreation facilities, and neighborhood beautification projects.  Public Services ‐ Activities and projects will support public services that respond to the immediate needs  of persons in crisis and support regional efforts to meet the basic living needs of lower‐income  households and individuals including persons with special needs, such as seniors and disadvantaged  youth. Activities and projects will support homeless facilities and increase housing resources that assist  homeless persons toward housing stability and self‐sufficiency. Projects could also support increased  case management and a high degree of coordination among providers.  3. Evaluation of past performance  The individual cities and the Tri‐Cities HOME Consortium have made significant accomplishments in the  course of implementing the last Consolidated Plan (2015‐2019). This reflects strong relationships with  community partners in implementing projects beyond the capacity of any one agency. The ability to  leverage funds and to coordinate projects to make the best use of resources is essential in light of  increasing need and diminishing resources.  Neighborhoods have been improved with the addition of street lightings, curbs, gutters and sidewalks,  along with improvements to meet ADA requirements. The potential for jobs and economic development  is reflected in support provided for training and technical assistance, along with improvements to  business districts. Accomplishments also include continued support for low‐income populations in the  form of services. Notably this includes support for senior citizens (meals and in‐home chore services),  disadvantaged youth, and persons with disabilities. A particular accomplishment was completion of a  project to provide housing for persons with developmental disabilities. Projects also contributed to  successful transition from homelessness and emergency relief to prevent homelessness.  4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process  Steps outlined in the Citizen Participation Plan for Housing and Community Development Programs  provide opportunities for citizen involvement in the planning process and to assure that key  organizations and agencies were consulted. The Citizen Participation Plan provides for broad  involvement; public hearing, community meetings, public survey, and agency consultations. Public  hearings were held to solicit input on needs and again to solicit input on the draft Consolidated Plan and  Annual Action Plans. During the planning process, focus groups were held to gain input on types of  needs related to specific populations. Finally, numerous reports and strategic plans were reviewed and  incorporated into this Consolidated Plan.  5. Summary of public comments  Page 115 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 6 | Page  No comments were received.  6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them  No comments were received.  7. Summary  The Process  PR‐05 Lead & Responsible Agencies  1. Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those  responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source  The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and  those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source.  Agency Role Name Department/Agency      CDBG Administrator PASCO Community & Economic Development  Department    Narrative  Each of the three cities receives an annual entitlement of CDBG funds for housing and community  development activities within their jurisdiction. The staff of Kennewick and Pasco Departments of  Community and Economic Development, and staff of the Richland Planning and Redevelopment  Department, each administer CDBG funds for their individual cities.  The City of Richland has been the designated lead entity for the HOME consortium. The City of Richland  Planning and Redevelopment Department administers the HOME Program for the consortium and is the  legal entity for the Consolidated Plan. The City of Kennewick and the City of Pasco support the City of  Richland in the administration of the HOME Program and in meeting the Consolidated Plan  requirements.  Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information  City of Pasco  Angela Pitman, Block Grant Administrator  525 N Third Avenue  Pasco, WA  99301  (509) 543‐5739  Page 116 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 7 | Page  PR‐10 Consultation  1. Introduction  Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between  public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health  and service agencies (91.215(I)).  In the process of developing the 2020‐2024 Consortium Consolidated Plan the Cities reached out to  organizations and agencies in a number of ways. Focused meetings were held to gain input in identified  areas, particularly housing, human services, fair housing, and emergency services/basic needs. In  addition to targeted email invitations, notices were placed in local newspapers. Well attended, the  meetings yielded valuable input.  These focused meetings had the intention of brining together organizations at different administrative  levels (government, non‐profit, for‐profit, etc.), including residents at‐large, and create space for  conversation around a single topic to enhance understanding of the issue at‐hand from other  perspectives. The Cities offered the use of government building space to ensure access to the meetings;  meetings were held over two days at the Richland and Kennewick City Buildings.  Focused scheduled meetings included:  affordable housing, including supportive housing; public, human  services, including special and basic needs; code enforcement and emergency services, including first  responders; and, community infrastructure needs, provision and opportunities. Each of the three cities  worked with an advisory board in preparation of the Consolidated Plan:  Housing and Community  Development Advisory Committee, City of Richland; Community Development Block Grant Advisory  Committee, City of Kennewick; and Planning Commission, City of Pasco.  Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of  homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with  children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness  Each of the cities works with and supports actions and priorities of the Continuum of Care (CoC),  managed by Benton & Franklin Counties Department of Human Services. Each of the cities send staff to  the regularly held CoC meetings, aimed to increase coordination and pool resources and knowledge  across the human service system in the Tri‐Cities. The CoC has established three primary goals to pursue  in coordinating the homeless provider community in its efforts to end homelessness in the two counties:   To communicate, coordinate and collaborate among providers and others in development of the  Benton and Franklin County 10‐Year Homeless Housing Plan to work toward reducing  homelessness. The Plan is used in securing resources and funding pertaining to the concerns of  people who are without a safe, decent, and affordable place to live.  Page 117 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 8 | Page   To develop and recommend the Continuum’s objectives, projects and strategies to meet specific  needs that will increase housing, decrease homelessness; alter the public’s perception of  homelessness; provide education, training and technical assistance to advocates, providers and  other Continuum members.   To invite and encourage low‐income/homeless individuals to participate in the planning process  through public meetings held at Community Based Organizations and/or by any other means the  Continuum may deem appropriate.  Phase II strategies of the Continuum’s Action plan include a focus on:   Implementation of a Benton‐Franklin County Coordinated Entry System   Recognizing that homelessness results from a complex set of challenges, creating more linkages  across community services, and providing comprehensive case management   Improving outcomes and evaluating data to improve and determine effective services   Encouraging flexibility in providing services and meeting housing needs   Meeting the needs of currently underserved “special need” populations  Members of the Continuum meet frequently to work on these strategies and coordinate on a wide  variety of issues facing the homeless in the area. In addition, members of the Continuum are currently  active on the Steering Committee of the 33‐county Balance of Washington State Continuum and are  active in the subcommittee structure.   Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in  determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate  outcomes, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS  The Benton & Franklin Counties Department of Human Services is an active member of the Washington  Balance of State (BoS) Continuum (WA‐501). The Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) funds made available to  the Tri‐Cities are allocated from the Washington BoS. The ESG Program coordination is conducted  through the Balance of State Steering Committee on a policy level and through the Department of  Commerce for administrative procedures. The Department of Commerce also staffs the HMIS system  which is essentially statewide. While staff at the local nonprofit and county Continuum level enters data  in the HMIS, they also maintain the data and prepare periodic reports on program outcomes which are  readily accessible to the Tri‐Cities Continuum.  At least once a year the Department consults with all ESG  stakeholders to review performance standards and obtain their input on fund allocation proposals,  policy plans and administrative procedures.    2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process  and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other  entities  Page 118 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 9 | Page Table 1– Agencies, groups, organizations who participated 1 Agency/Group/Organization BENTON FRANKLIN COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services ‐ Housing Services‐Children Services‐Elderly Persons Services‐Persons with Disabilities Services‐Persons with HIV/AIDS Services‐homeless Services‐Health Services‐Employment Service‐Fair Housing Regional organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs ‐ Chronically homeless Homeless Needs ‐ Families with children Non‐Homeless Special Needs Anti‐poverty Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups Page 119 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 10 | Page 2 Agency/Group/Organization CATHOLIC CHARITIES Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services ‐ Housing Services‐Children Services‐Elderly Persons Services‐Persons with Disabilities Services‐Persons with HIV/AIDS Services‐homeless Services‐Health Services‐Employment Service‐Fair Housing Regional organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs ‐ Chronically homeless Homeless Needs ‐ Families with children Non‐Homeless Special Needs Anti‐poverty Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups 3 Agency/Group/Organization TRI‐COUNTY PARTNERS HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services ‐ Housing Regional organization Page 120 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 11 | Page What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Non‐Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups 4 Agency/Group/Organization Housing Authority City of Kennewick Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing PHA Services ‐ Housing Service‐Fair Housing Other government ‐ Local Planning organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs Non‐Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups 5 Agency/Group/Organization HOUSING AUTHORITY OF PASCO AND FRANKLIN COUNTY Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing PHA Services ‐ Housing Regional organization Page 121 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 12 | Page What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs Non‐Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? documentation and housing plans 6 Agency/Group/Organization BENTON FRANKLIN CONTINUUM OF CARE Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services‐homeless Regional organization Planning organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs ‐ Chronically homeless Homeless Needs ‐ Families with children Homelessness Needs ‐ Veterans Homelessness Needs ‐ Unaccompanied youth Non‐Homeless Special Needs Anti‐poverty Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups and documentation Page 122 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 13 | Page 7 Agency/Group/Organization Benton Franklin Counties Department of Human Services Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services ‐ Housing Services‐Children Services‐Elderly Persons Services‐Persons with Disabilities Services‐Persons with HIV/AIDS Services‐Victims of Domestic Violence Services‐homeless Services‐Health Services‐Education Other government ‐ County What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Non‐Homeless Special Needs Anti‐poverty Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups 8 Agency/Group/Organization DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES OF BENTON AND FRANKLIN COUNTIES Agency/Group/Organization Type Services ‐ Housing Services‐Elderly Persons Services‐Persons with Disabilities Services‐Victims of Domestic Violence Services‐Health Services‐Education Services‐Employment Services ‐ Victims Page 123 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 14 | Page What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Non‐Homeless Special Needs Anti‐poverty Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups 9 Agency/Group/Organization City of Pasco Planning Department Agency/Group/Organization Type Services ‐ Housing Services‐Persons with Disabilities Other government ‐ Local What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Non‐Homeless Special Needs Economic Development Anti‐poverty Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups and interviews 10 Agency/Group/Organization Greater Columbia Accountable Community of Health Agency/Group/Organization Type Health Agency Regional organization Planning organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Non‐Homeless Special Needs Economic Development Community development How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups Page 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2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 15 | Page 11 Agency/Group/Organization Kadlec Agency/Group/Organization Type Health Agency Publicly Funded Institution/System of Care Regional organization Planning organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Non‐Homeless Special Needs Economic Development Community development How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups 12 Agency/Group/Organization City of Pasco Administrative and Community Services Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Other government ‐ Local Planning organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Lead‐based Paint Strategy Economic Development Market Analysis Anti‐poverty Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups and interviews Page 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2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 16 | Page 13 Agency/Group/Organization City of Pasco Community and Economic Development Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government ‐ Local Planning organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Lead‐based Paint Strategy Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs ‐ Chronically homeless Homeless Needs ‐ Families with children Homelessness Needs ‐ Veterans Non‐Homeless Special Needs Economic Development Market Analysis Anti‐poverty Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Individual interview 14 Agency/Group/Organization Northwest Justice Project Agency/Group/Organization Type Regional organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Lead‐based Paint Strategy Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs ‐ Chronically homeless Homeless Needs ‐ Families with children Homelessness Needs ‐ Veterans How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Focus groups  Page 126 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 17 | Page Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting No agencies involved in housing or community development were intentionally excluded from consultation. Every effort was made to ensure advance publication of meetings and opportunities to contribute. Similarly, those agencies that were unable to attend any in‐person meeting were invited to hold individual interviews and/or submit any comments/feedback via email. Also, all stakeholders and organizations were invited to take part in the community‐wide online survey.  Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? Continuum of Care Benton Franklin Counties Department of Human Services   Comprehensive Plan City of Pasco   Table 2– Other local / regional / federal planning efforts  Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan (91.215(l)) Tri‐Cities CDBG and HOME staff worked with a variety of nonprofit and governmental agencies during planning, proposal, and implementation of funded projects. While the City of Richland is the lead entity, it relies heavily on the staff in Kennewick and Pasco for support in implementing and reporting on HOME program activities. Each city is responsible for all functions of its CDBG program. In addition to this and interdepartmental working relationships, Benton Franklin Community Action Connections (CAC), TRIDEC, Continuum of Care, Council of Governments, and several nonprofit agencies work in all three cities, improving the effectiveness of coordination and efficiencies. The three cities are in close geographic proximity, sharing both issues and opportunities, despite sitting in two counties. Nonprofit organizations and agencies commonly provide services across the region and participate in committees crossing jurisdictional lines. Page 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2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 18 | Page The Commissioners of the Housing Authorities are appointed by the City Councils. There is a close working relationship with the Housing Authorities, some of whom have used HOME and CDBG funds for housing development activities and whose residents have benefitted from public services delivered by the area’s nonprofit agencies.PR‐15 Citizen Participation ‐ 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c) PR‐15 Citizen Participation 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal‐setting  The Cities have consistently used their relationships with faith‐based and nonprofit organizations, and local coalitions to obtain input on needs in the community and proposed activities. Efforts to reach out, particularly to populations potentially served by CDBG and HOME programs, were made in several ways. Focused meetings were conducted to obtain input on needs and the strategic plan as it was developed. In addition to individual invitations, notices of meetings were publicized in advance and citizens with an interest in commenting were encouraged to attend. Notices of meetings were published in the Tri‐City Herald and in Spanish in tu Decides. A community‐wide survey, including all three cities was held open for two months through Survey Monkey. The survey was disseminated through online channels such as Facebook and City websites. The planning process also incorporated needs assessments and strategic plans of agencies, including the Housing Authorities and key implementing agencies, and local governments. Citizens and agencies in each of the cities were encouraged to comment on needs including at public hearings held in each city. The community was notified through newspaper advertisements of the availability of the draft Tri‐Cities Consortium Consolidated Plan for review. The draft Plan was distributed to the Kennewick Housing Authority and the Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County, made available on the website of each city and at each City Hall, and made available at libraries in Kennewick, Pasco and Richland.  A total of six (6) focus groups were held on a variety of topics. The meeting locations were at the Richland City building as well as the Kennewick City Building. All invitees were also invited to participate in the online survey, as well as conduct an individual interview if they were unable to attend the meeting in‐person. The meeting topics, dates, and locations are listed below:  Community and Economic Development – June 26 @ Richland City Building  Public Facilities/Public Works – June 26 @ Richland City Building Page 128 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 19 | Page  Fair Housing & Housing Issues for At‐Risk Populations – June 26 @ Richland City Building  Homelessness & CoC – June 27 @ Kennewick City Building  Public Housing – June 27 @ Kennewick City Building  Homelessness & Social Services – June 27 @ Kennewick City Building  Affordable Housing – June 27 @ Kennewick City Building All meetings had targeted invite lists as well as being made available to the public.   Page 129 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 20 | Page  Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of  response/attendance Summary of  comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons 1 Public Meeting Minorities   Non‐English Speaking ‐ Specify other language: Spanish   Persons with disabilities   Non‐targeted/broad community   Residents of Public and Assisted Housing Some attendees received targeted email invites and the meeting was also made public via social media. All focus groups were well attended, with ten to twenty attendees per meeting.      2 Internet Outreach Non‐targeted/broad community The priority needs community survey was disseminated through online channels ‐ social media and city websites.       Page 130 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 21 | Page Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of  response/attendance Summary of  comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons 3 Public Hearing Minorities   Non‐English Speaking ‐ Specify other language: Spanish   Persons with disabilities   Non‐targeted/broad community   Residents of Public and Assisted Housing Public hearing on needs and goals       Page 131 of 217 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 22 | Page Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of  response/attendance Summary of  comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons 4 Public Hearing Minorities   Non‐English Speaking ‐ Specify other language: Spanish   Persons with disabilities   Non‐targeted/broad community   Residents of Public and Assisted Housing Public hearing on the proposed Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan.      Table 3– Citizen Participation Outreach   Page 132 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 23 | Page  Needs Assessment  NA‐05 Overview  Needs Assessment Overview  The Needs Assessment examines needs related to affordable housing, special needs housing,  community development and homelessness for the Tri‐Cities (Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco). The  Needs Assessment includes the following sections:   Housing Needs Assessment   Disproportionately Greater Need   Public Housing   Homeless Needs Assessment   Non‐Homeless Special Needs Assessment   Non‐Housing Community Development Needs  The Needs Assessment identifies those needs with the highest priorities which form the basis for the  Strategic Plan section and the programs and projects to be administered.  The housing portion of the needs assessment focuses largely on households experiencing a housing  problem. HUD defines housing problems as:   Units lacking complete kitchen facilities;   Units lacking complete bathroom facilities;   Housing cost burden of more than 30 percent of the household income (for renters, housing  costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities and for owners, housing costs include  mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, and utilities); and   Overcrowding which is defined as more than one person per room, not including bathrooms,  porches, foyers, halls, or half‐rooms.  Two housing and community development entitlement programs, CDBG and HOME, operate under  federally‐established income limits.   Generally, very‐low income refers to incomes at or below 30 percent of AMI; low‐income refers to  incomes between 31 and 50 percent of AMI; moderate‐income refers to incomes between 51 and 80  percent of AMI; all adjusted for family size.  The CDBG and HOME programs target low‐ and moderate‐ income beneficiaries; except that HOME rental activities can benefit those with income up to 60% of  AMI.  ESG activities are assumed to benefit low‐ and moderate‐income persons.   The following table provides the current income limits subject to annual adjustments by HUD.   Page 133 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 24 | Page      Page 134 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 25 | Page  NA‐50 Non‐Housing Community Development Needs  Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Facilities:  1. Renovation and upgrades to parks and playground facilities:  Benton‐Franklin Community  Health Alliance:  Community Health Needs Assessment for Benton and Franklin Counties 2012  identified obesity as a major health concern and made recommendations to improve  community health. These include alternative transportation (bikes, walking) and safe  environments in which to do so. This is consistent with plans in the Tri‐Cities to install or  improve paths and alternative transportation routes. A major asset of all three communities is  the riverfront park area. All three communities are making efforts to greatly improve access and  use this as a major urban community park system.  2. Improvements to or expansion of facilities owned and/or operated by nonprofit organizations  serving vulnerable populations: While discussed in the section on homelessness, facilities to  more appropriately prevent and intervene continue to be a high priority need in the Tri‐Cities.  These include homeless shelters, hygiene centers, crisis response facilities, day facilities and  detoxification facilities.  How were these needs determined?  Existing local and regional plans helped identify needs and were complemented by resident surveys and  stakeholder focus groups.   Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Improvements:  1. Park improvement and expansion: Park improvements and facilities in lower income  neighborhoods, particularly those which support youth activities, were identified as needs by  those interviewed in developing this Consolidated Plan. Options for youth are needed, both  programs and facilities, to engage in positive recreation and employment.  2. Water/sewer improvements: The Benton‐Franklin County Health District consider  environmental health problems in the region associated with nitrates in water, particularly well  water.    3. Street, sidewalk and curb improvements: The Tri‐Cities continue to identify street and sidewalk  improvements as “high” priority needs. Streets in several areas of all three cities lack sidewalks,  curbs and gutters, and adequate lighting. All three cities continue to upgrade the most critical  neighborhood streets – those with safety issues, particularly for children, the elderly and people  with disabilities. Cities are also working to improve accessibility by making street crossings/curbs  fully accessible.  How were these needs determined?  Page 135 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 26 | Page  Existing local and regional plans helped identify needs and were complemented by resident surveys and  stakeholder focus groups.   Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Services:  1. Mental Health: continues to be among the top priority need in the Tri‐Cities. The crisis response  center at Lourdes Health Network  2. Substance abuse: Often aligned with mental health is the need for substance abuse services.  Cycling persons with these needs in and out of courts and jails in not an affective or suitable  plan of action.  3. Job training including training appropriate for trainees (job readiness). There is a need for  additional job skills training for youth, for seniors still needing to work, for people with  disabilities, for people marginally employed, for refugees with limited skills, and for people  transitioning to self‐sufficiency (victims of domestic violence, returning veterans, people  released from institutions). It was suggested that job training be matched to current skills (e.g.,  farm tractor driving to equipment operator).  4. Homeless supportive services: Persons who were formerly homeless but are living in  permanent supportive housing need robust social services to successfully remain in their  housing.  5. Senior Services:  Nutrition services are especially needed for seniors aging in‐place.  6. Language services are needed by a growing Hispanic population; the presence of other cultures  was noted as well.  7. Public transportation: Job training and other services can be inaccessible because of limited  access to public transportation, especially given increasing regionalization of job training  services. The region needs improved public transit routes and hours of service; in addition, there  is a continuing concern for social isolation.  8. Youth Services is a high priority need in all three jurisdictions.  How were these needs determined?  Existing local and regional plans helped identify needs and were complemented by resident surveys and  stakeholder focus groups.     Page 136 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 27 | Page  Housing Market Analysis  MA‐05 Overview  Housing Market Analysis Overview:  In 2013‐2017, the Tri‐Cities had 70,819 housing units that were occupied or had people living in them,  while the remaining 3,604 were vacant. The figure below highlights the owner occupancy rate for the  HUD jurisdictions. Of the occupied housing units, the percentage of these houses occupied by owners  (also known as the homeownership rate) was 64.6 percent while renters occupied 34.4 percent. The  average household size of owner‐occupied houses was 2.88 and in renter‐occupied houses it was 2.82.  12.9 percent of householders of these occupied houses had moved into their house since 2015,  while 4.0 percent moved into their house in 1979 or earlier. Households without a vehicle available for  personal use comprised 5.4 percent and another 27.5 percent had three or more vehicles available for  use.  There is still a lot of land available in the Tri‐Cities despite the many new residential and commercial  development in recent years. Pasco continues to lead with a considerable amount of diversified types of  housing including single family homes. Single family homes continue to be the largest share of product  in all three housing markets. A barrier to increased diversification in product type continues to be the  lack of land zoned for multifamily units and land readily available and primed for such development in  already developed areas. Extensions of infrastructure in new areas may offer more opportunities for  such development. This will be key in meeting the need for targeting lower‐income households seeking  opportunities for residence in subsidized units.   Page 137 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 28 | Page    MA‐45 Non‐Housing Community Development Assets  Introduction  The tables below reflect labor force data, including the number employed and the unemployment rate  in the civilian labor force, and the number of people employed in various occupation sectors.  The tables also illustrate that most workers – 79% ‐ commute less than 30 minutes to work daily. This is  a quality of life factor that is an aspect of the growth trend of the region.  Economic Development Market Analysis  Business Activity  Business by Sector Number of  Workers  Number of  Jobs  Share of  Workers  % Share of  Jobs  %  Jobs less  workers  % Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas Extraction 3,347 1,244 16 7 ‐9 Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations 2,330 2,096 11 12 1 Construction 1,435 1,339 7 8 1 Education and Health Care Services 3,361 2,655 16 16 0 Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate 855 577 4 3 ‐1 Information 234 88 1 1 0 Manufacturing 2,768 2,369 13 14 1 Other Services 556 560 3 3 0 Professional, Scientific, Management  Services 1,413 345 7 2 ‐5 Public Administration 12 0 0 0 0 Retail Trade 3,081 2,974 15 18 3 Transportation and Warehousing 802 1,143 4 7 3 Wholesale Trade 1,041 1,446 5 9 4 Total 21,235 16,836 ‐‐  ‐‐  ‐‐ Data Source: 2011‐2015 ACS (Workers), 2015 Longitudinal Employer‐Household Dynamics (Jobs)  Labor Force  Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force 31,470 Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over 29,145 Unemployment Rate 7.33 Unemployment Rate for Ages 16‐24 19.02 Unemployment Rate for Ages 25‐65 4.59 Data Source: 2011‐2015 ACS    Page 138 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 29 | Page  Occupations by Sector Number of  People  Management, business and  financial 4,325  Farming, fisheries and forestry  occupations 2,040  Service 3,495  Sales and office 5,400  Construction, extraction,  maintenance and repair 5,955  Production, transportation and  material moving 2,220  Data Source: 2011‐2015 ACS    Travel Time  Travel Time Number Percentage  < 30 Minutes 22,500 80% 30‐59 Minutes 4,140 15% 60 or More Minutes 1,365 5% Total 28,005 100% Data Source: 2011‐2015 ACS    Education:  Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population 16 and Older)  Educational Attainment In Labor Force   Civilian Employed Unemployed Not in Labor Force  Less than high school graduate 6,530 470 2,250 High school graduate (includes  equivalency) 6,250 435 1,995 Some college or Associate's  degree 6,970 350 2,285 Bachelor's degree or higher 4,140 245 770 Data Source: 2011‐2015 ACS    Educational Attainment by Age   Age  18–24 yrs 25–34 yrs 35–44 yrs 45–65 yrs 65+ yrs  Less than 9th grade 460 1,345 2,080 2,470 1,015 Page 139 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 30 | Page   Age  18–24 yrs 25–34 yrs 35–44 yrs 45–65 yrs 65+ yrs  9th to 12th grade, no diploma 1,425 1,420 1,065 850 250 High school graduate, GED, or  alternative 2,715 3,315 2,010 3,365 1,458 Some college, no degree 1,575 1,870 1,460 3,160 825 Associate's degree 505 980 880 1,290 294 Bachelor's degree 170 1,635 745 1,145 555 Graduate or professional degree 25 475 530 650 325 Data Source: 2011‐2015 ACS    Educational Attainment – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months  Educational Attainment Median Earnings in the  Past 12 Months  Less than high school graduate 46,363 High school graduate (includes  equivalency) 62,335 Some college or Associate's  degree 76,149 Bachelor's degree 109,323 Graduate or professional degree 108,555 Data Source: 2011‐2015 ACS    Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within  your jurisdiction?  The major employment sectors in the Tri‐Cities are Education and Health Care Services, retail trade, and  professional, scientific, and management services.  Below are the thirteen employers with over 1,000 employees in the region:  1. Batelle/Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (4,500 employees)  2. Kadlec Regional Medical Center (3,532 employees)  3. Lamb Weston (3,000 employees)  4. Bechtel National (2,943 employees)  5. Kennewick School District (2,336 employees)  6. Washington River Protection Solutions (2,129 employees)  7. Pasco School District (2,015 employees)  8. Mission Support Alliance, LLC (1,902 employees)  9. CH2M (1,682 employees)  10. Richland School District (1,500 employees)  Page 140 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 31 | Page  11. Tyson Foods (1,300 employees)  12. Trios Health (1,268 employees)  13. Energy Northwest (1,100 employees)  The three school districts combine to account for 5,851 jobs (6% of the entire labor force). The other big  employers above are in the science, education, and health care services.  Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community:  In late 2018, the Tri‐Cities region experienced its lowest unemployment rate in 28 years at 4.1 percent.  This extremely low rate comes with some economic realities, as explained by Carl Adrian, the President  and CEO of TRIDEC (Tri‐City Economic Development Council). Adrian indicates in the Tri‐City Herald that  this economic reality typically points to employers to increasing wages in some areas while relaxing  experience requirements in some areas. Because many sectors are growing, it is expected that the  workforce will need to continue to keep pace with education and experience requirements to fill the job  openings in the area. Often the risk of a hot job market is two‐fold: increased housing costs and  increased job competition as wages rise.  Describe any current workforce training initiatives, including those supported by Workforce  Investment Boards, community colleges and other organizations. Describe how these efforts  will support the jurisdiction's Consolidated Plan.  There are a number of initiatives and programs to develop the workforce in the Tri‐Cities and to prepare  for changing industries. Washington State University, Tri‐Cities (WSUTC) offers, in addition to 4‐year  degrees and professional programs, specialized course work at the Bio‐Products, Science and  Engineering Laboratory (BSEL) which was developed in partnership with the Pacific Northwest National  Laboratory (PNNL). This is industry‐targeted as are other programs offered, such as the program in  viticulture and enology.   Columbia Basin College (CBC) in Pasco offers a number of workforce programs targeted to trades,  business, health care, and public services. While programs are available and affordable, there is a need  to reach out in a more coordinated way to potential students and the business community, as there is  for a central information system. The High School Academy at CBC recruits youth ages 16 to 20 to  achieve a high school diploma and advanced career training. The initiative is the result of a partnership  with schools, the Fast Forward Program (Boys and Girls Club), the Benton Franklin Juvenile Justice  Center and community agencies.   The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at TRIDEC helps start‐up companies and small  businesses. The Center is a partnership with Columbia Basin College, WSUTC, US Small Business  Administration, and local and regional governments in providing support and training for businesses.  The Pasco Specialty Kitchen focuses on goods‐based business development. The fully equipped and  licensed kitchen, partially funded by the US Department of Commerce, Economic Development  Page 141 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 32 | Page  Administration, supports developing businesses and provides training and other support. The Specialty  Kitchen and Farmer’s Market are projects supported by the Downtown Pasco Development Authority.  Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy  (CEDS)?  Yes  If so, what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may be coordinated  with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or initiatives that  impact economic growth.  The CEDS was updated in 2017, it is managed by the Benton Franklin Economic Development District  and the CEDS Committee. The participants, including all TriCities HUD entitlement juridictions, will strive  to:   Encourage healthy growth of a resilient and diverse economy by providing family wage jobs  through new business attraction and retentions and development of the infrastructure  necessary to encourage and achieve this   Nurture a thriving environment for entrepreneurial business creation through greater  collaboration, innovation, and access to capital   Support and protect the current industry clusters and their related natural and financial  resources   Expand educational and training oppoirtunities and community amenities to attract, uplift, and  retain families and youth  MA‐50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion   Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated?  (include a definition of "concentration")  There are numerous sites with mobile homes in which conditions are poor. Older areas in the region  contain housing built at the time of incorporation or shortly thereafter that undoubtedly present  opportunities for rehabilitation. These may span entire neighborhoods, however, particularly in the  eastern portions of the cities (those areas developed earliest). The cities have an eye on improving  neighborhoods as resources allow.   Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low‐income  families are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration")  According to 2010 Census data, there are three (3) Racial/Ethnic Concentrated Areas of Poverty  (R/ECAP) within the Tri‐Cities region.  Page 142 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 33 | Page  These R/ECAP census tracts are defined as: Census tracts where more than half the population is non‐ White and 40% or more of the population is in poverty OR where the poverty rate is greater than three  times the average poverty rate in the area.  See the map attached to the last prompt on the MA‐50 screen.   What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods?  The markets in these areas are typically homes valued lower than the regional median. Similarly, the  rent in these are is less than areas with more immediate access to economic and educational  opportunities.  Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods?  Community centers and faith‐based places are community assets in neighborhoods across the Tri‐Cities.  These community assets are vitally important within market areas that have home values and rents  below the regional median.  Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas?  Leveraging community assets, encouraging the inclusive development in these areas will be important  to the improvement of these areas. Each city has a Comprehensive Plan that addresses development in  neighborhoods across the entire jurisdiction.    Page 143 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 34 | Page  Strategic Plan  SP‐05 Overview  Strategic Plan Overview  As each of the three cities share a common set of goals and directions for meeting the community  development and affordable housing needs of lower income persons, the cities collaboratively prepared  the 2020‐2024 Consortium Consolidated Plan. The Plan provides the community with an assessment of  needs and market conditions, establishes priority needs, set goals to respond to the identified needs,  and establishes outcome measures for the Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plans. The City anticipates  for planning purposes that the CDBG and HOME Programs will be federally funded at 2019 levels.  However, this is difficult to project as the past several years have seen major funding reductions in these  two federal programs.  This five‐year strategic plan sets the framework for projects and activities in the Tri‐Cities over the next  five years. Three priority needs were determined:    The need for affordable housing creation, preservation, access and choice   The need for community, neighborhood and economic development   The need for homeless intervention and prevention, and supportive public services  SP‐10 Geographic Priorities  General Allocation Priorities  Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the state  There are no specific geographic priority areas established in this Consolidated Plan. All funds will be  utilized in eligible areas city‐wide.  The cities will also continue to take advantage of opportunities to improve downtown areas, particularly  in deteriorated areas, to attract and promote businesses that will potentially result in jobs for lower  income residents. Each city is concerned with the vitality and viability of their downtowns, including  promoting mixed‐use development and mixed‐income housing. All three cities have and will continue to  focus local and other resources on rebuilding the downtown areas.  A priority for all three cities is building the infrastructure in low‐ and moderate‐ income neighborhoods,  focusing on sidewalks, curbs and gutters, park improvements and improvements to bring neighborhoods  into ADA compliance.    Page 144 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 35 | Page  SP‐25 Priority Needs  Priority Needs  Table 4 – Priority Needs Summary  1 Priority Need  Name  Affordable Housing Choice  Priority Level High  Population Extremely Low  Low  Moderate  Large Families  Families with Children  Elderly  Public Housing Residents  Individuals  Families with Children  Elderly  Frail Elderly  Persons with Mental Disabilities  Persons with Physical Disabilities  Persons with Developmental Disabilities  Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions  Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families  Victims of Domestic Violence  Geographic  Areas  Affected     Associated  Goals  Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice  Page 145 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 36 | Page  Description Affordable housing is a priority need in the Tri‐Cities, particularly for lower‐income  households who may be at‐risk of homelessness, living in unsafe or overcrowded  conditions, or struggling to make ends meet. The majority of renter and owner  households with incomes at or below 30% of Area Median Income (AMI) were  burdened by housing costs, most frequently costs in excess of 50% of household  income. There is a growing population of seniors in the cities who will be looking  for housing that can accommodate their changing needs, including lower cost  housing. Stakeholders and others interviewed for this Consolidated Plan identified  lack of affordable housing as a significant barrier to self‐sufficiency for several  populations. The waiting lists maintained by Housing Authorities are another  indication of the need for affordable housing.  While housing in the Tri‐Cities is relatively more affordable than many other areas  in Washington, it is not the case for households with low‐incomes. Maintenance of  units can be a challenge for owner‐households and landlords may lack the incentive  to maintain units, which, without intervention, would necessitate tenants living in  substandard conditions. Neighborhoods are changed for the worse by deteriorating  conditions.  Basis for  Relative  Priority  Increasing and preserving affordable housing was a seminal outcome of public  outreach for this Consolidated Plan. This is particularly true for those households at  or below 80% AMI.  Safe and affordable housing is a high need for all residents, particularly as the City's  population continues to grow.  The Needs Assessment and Market Analysis show  that many Tri‐City residents are cost burdened, in particular renters and elderly.   Overcrowding has also been identified as a problem.  Maintaining and improving  existing affordable housing helps to minimize sharing of dwelling units by multiple  families and assists efforts to prevent homelessness.  2 Priority Need  Name  Community and Economic Development  Priority Level High  Page 146 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 37 | Page  Population Extremely Low  Low  Moderate  Middle  Large Families  Families with Children  Elderly  Public Housing Residents  Elderly  Frail Elderly  Persons with Mental Disabilities  Persons with Physical Disabilities  Persons with Developmental Disabilities  Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions  Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families  Non‐housing Community Development  Geographic  Areas  Affected     Associated  Goals  Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development  Description There is a substantial need for continued revitalization of older neighborhoods and  downtown spaces in each of the cities, including the removal of architectural  barriers. Public parks continue to see increased use and demand, and therefore  require maintenance and upkeep support.  Basis for  Relative  Priority  During public outreach for this Consolidated Plan, public infrastructure and public  facilities were identified as critical needs behind affordable housing. As the cities  continue to grow, there is increased pressure on infrastructure and to keep pace  with economic growth, the cities must invest in these non‐housing community  development projects to attract new businesses and maintain a high quality of life  for residents.   3 Priority Need  Name  Public Services  Priority Level High  Page 147 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 38 | Page  Population Extremely Low  Low  Large Families  Families with Children  Elderly  Public Housing Residents  Chronic Homelessness  Individuals  Families with Children  Mentally Ill  Chronic Substance Abuse  veterans  Persons with HIV/AIDS  Victims of Domestic Violence  Unaccompanied Youth  Elderly  Frail Elderly  Persons with Mental Disabilities  Persons with Physical Disabilities  Persons with Developmental Disabilities  Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions  Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families  Victims of Domestic Violence  Geographic  Areas  Affected     Associated  Goals  Homeless Intervention and Public Services  Description There are many more individuals and families at risk of homelessness because of  lack of affordable housing and support services that would help them toward self‐ sufficiency. Lack of mental health support services was noted as a significant  problem in the Tri‐Cities, particularly for those with untreated serious mental  illness. Services for vulnerable non‐homeless populations are also critical, to  maintain self‐sufficiency and wellbeing.  Basis for  Relative  Priority  Public outreach identified homelessness as closely linked to affordable housing,  often intertangling the two issues. Social services for individuals and families  experiencing homelessness is a high need. Often, social service providers are  struggling to stay financially stable while still trying to meet the increasing demands  for their services.       Page 148 of 217  2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 39 | Page SP‐35 Anticipated Resources Introduction  As each of the three cities share a common set of goals and directions for meeting the community development and affordable housing needs of lower income persons, the cities collaboratively prepared the 2020‐2024 Consortium Consolidated Plan. The Plan provides the community with an assessment of needs and market conditions, establishes priority needs, set goals to respond to the identified needs, and establishes outcome measures for the Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plans. The City anticipates for planning purposes that the CDBG and HOME Programs will be federally funded at 2019 levels. These funding projections are difficult to make given the fluctuations of funding for both the CDBG and HOME programs over the past several years.  Anticipated Resources Program Source of Funds Uses of FundsExpected Amount Available Year 1Expected Amount Available Remainder of ConPlan $Narrative DescriptionAnnual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG public ‐ federal Acquisition Admin and Planning Economic Development Housing Public Improvements Public Services 704,34000704,340 2,817,360CDBG funds leverage local, state, and federal funds. Agencies are able to combine funding sources in order to provide a wider range of services to the community. Table 5 ‐ Anticipated Resources  Page 149 of 217  2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 40 | Page Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied CDBG and HOME funds are important resources in the community and used in conjunction with local, state, other federal and private funds to support housing and other projects. Each of the cities is supportive of efforts by other organizations to obtain funding for projects to address needs and goals outlined in this plan and in meeting needs in the Tri‐Cities. Cities also assist community organizations in strategizing, applying for, accessing, and developing new resources and partnerships. CDBG and HOME funds are frequently used to leverage local, state and federal funds such as United Way, Washington State Housing Trust Funds, Emergency Solutions Grant, housing and homeless funds generated by recording feed and county or city general funds. Each city, as a HOME Consortium participant, is required to match HOME funds. That match is met using city general funds or other non‐federal funds, land made available at reduced cost (below appraised value), in the form of reduced financing fees from lenders and appraisers, grants for affordable housing from nonfederal sources, donated construction/housing materials and volunteer labor. If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the state that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan Not applicable Page 150 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 41 | Page  SP‐40 Institutional Delivery Structure  Explain the institutional structure through which the jurisdiction will carry out its consolidated plan  including private industry, non‐profit organizations, and public institutions.  Responsible Entity Responsible Entity  Type  Role Geographic Area Served  City of Pasco  Community and  Economic Development  Government Economic  Development  Homelessness  Non‐homeless special  needs  Ownership  Planning  Rental  neighborhood  improvements  public facilities  public services  Jurisdiction    Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System  Tri‐Cities CDBG and HOME staff works with a variety of nonprofit and governmental agencies during the  planning, project proposal, and implementation stages of the programs. While the City of Richland is the  lead entity, it relies heavily on the staff of the other two cities for support in the HOME program. Each  city is responsible for all functions of its CDBG Program. A primary strength of the Tri‐Cities consortium  is the close working relationship between the cities as well as between the departments charged with  administering the HUD programs. In turn, agencies such as Benton Franklin Community Action  Connections, TRIDEC, the Benton Franklin Continuum of Care, Benton Franklin Council of Governments,  and several nonprofit agencies work in all three cities, improving the effectiveness of coordination and  efficiencies. The fact that the three cities are in close proximity, with common issues and opportunities,  provides a basis for cooperation and shared understanding.  Staff of the cities and representatives of nonprofit services and housing agencies participate on  committees crossing jurisdictional lines. This includes the Continuum of Care and the Benton Franklin  Human Services Department. Staff of the three cities have developed and coordinated standardized  reporting forms to reduce administrative burdens placed on recipients.  The Commissioners of each of the Housing Authorities are appointed by the City Councils of each of the  cities. There is a close working relationship with the Housing Authorities, some of whom have used  HOME and CDBG funds for assisted housing development activities and whose residents have benefitted  from public services delivered by the area’s nonprofit agencies. A limitation on cooperative efforts is the  Page 151 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 42 | Page  lack of new federal resources available to the Housing Authorities that could be used to supplement  HOME and CDBG funds.  The cities have consistently used their relationships with local groups that include representatives of  faith‐based organizations, nonprofit organizations and local coalitions to obtain input on needs in the  community and proposed activities. The overarching challenge is lack of resources, including limited  staffing and administrative capacity to take on responsibilities that are required of handling federal  funds.  Nonprofit agencies, the Housing Authorities, and other providers are facing the same challenges. Still,  steps have been taken to coordinate services, increase efficiencies, and reduce duplication. This is  becoming increasingly important as the Tri‐Cities are continues to grow substantially in all areas and  economic brackets. A significant step for providers is the Coordinated Entry System (CES), an effective  tool in appropriate connection of homeless persons with housing and services in the Tri‐Cities. Although  the CES is still somewhat new to the CoC, it is taking the responsibility seriously and working on  relationships with community partners to enhance its effectiveness.  Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream  services  Homelessness Prevention  Services  Available in the  Community  Targeted to  Homeless  Targeted to People  with HIV  Homelessness Prevention Services  Counseling/Advocacy X X X  Legal Assistance X X    Mortgage Assistance X      Rental Assistance X X X  Utilities Assistance X   X  Street Outreach Services  Law Enforcement           Mobile Clinics           Other Street Outreach Services X X       Supportive Services  Alcohol & Drug Abuse X X X  Child Care X X     Education X X X  Employment and Employment  Training X X X  Healthcare X X X  HIV/AIDS X X X  Life Skills X X X  Mental Health Counseling X X X  Page 152 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 43 | Page  Supportive Services  Transportation X X X  Other    X X X    Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to, the services listed  above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and  families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth)  There is an array of services available throughout the Tri‐Cities, with most service providers service area  being the Tri‐Cities as a whole and not a single city within the Consortium.  The exception is street outreach services from law enforcement and mobile clinics. Most of these  services are targeted to people who are homeless or at‐risk of homelessness.   Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs population  and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to, the services listed  above  The strength of the service delivery system is the close relationship between providers and funders,  particularly in addressing homelessness and those at risk of being homeless. The Coordinated Entry  System, with shared data, is a substantial achievement in improving services and cross‐system  efficiencies. Housing First and a focus on a systems approach to case management reduces and works to  minimize returns to homelessness for families and individuals.  Given the Tri‐Cities region substantial growth and thus increased demand for services, services providers  are often spread thin. The gaps noted in the update of the Benton‐Franklin 10‐Year Plan to End  Homelessness, Phase II identified three major gap areas, these gaps were also identified in stakeholder  meetings and consultations for this plan. In the area of services, there is an increased demand for case  management and rental assistance. Rental assistance was often cited as an unmet need; however a  similar need of security deposit and first/last month’s rent was noted as a significant barrier to those  households that may have income but not enough cash on hand to get into a stable housing situation. In  relationship to housing, there is a need for additional transitional housing for all homeless populations  with intense case management, shelter for youth, and for affordable permanent housing at all income  levels. Looking at the system as a whole, there is need for a centralized client intake, assessment and  referral system for all homeless populations. Progress has been made toward meeting this gap. There is  a Coordinated Entry System (CES) in place, and it is continuing to develop relationships and trust with its  partners.  In addition, stakeholders interviewed in the planning process for this Consolidated Plan identified needs  for services and housing for persons with serious mental illness; persons with substance abuse; persons  Page 153 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 44 | Page  with developmental disabilities; ex‐felons; families and homeless teens; and, for the full range of  services for seniors from housing through nursing care. Stakeholders also identified the need to  increase/improve coordination among housing and service providers. Given that there is a single point  of entry to the CES, additional coordination and communication among organizations will work to  increase the effectiveness of providing services to those special needs populations throughout the Tri‐ Cities.   Tri‐Cities residents who are most vulnerable are those with income below 50% AMI. Without sufficient  income to absorb unexpected costs, what most may view as a minor setback may become critical for  those households with very low income. For the working poor, childcare, health costs, transportation,  food and housing/utilities compete for scarce dollars. Violence in the home, untreated serious mental  illness and untreated substance abuse are circumstances demanding focused and sustained support  which is not universally available.  Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and  service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs  The cities will continue to participate in cross‐jurisdictional efforts to improve the institutional structure  and reduce gaps in the service system. This includes participation in the Benton Franklin Continuum of  Care, Benton Franklin Human Services Department, involvement with Housing Authorities, and  continued efforts to foster cooperation and focused coordination of funding and administrative efforts.  Page 154 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 45 | Page  SP‐45 Goals  Goals Summary Information   Sort  Order  Goal Name Start  Year  End  Year  Category Geographic  Area  Needs  Addressed  Funding Goal  Outcome  Indicator  1 Increase and  Preserve  Affordable  Housing Choice  2020 2024 Affordable  Housing    Affordable  Housing  Choice      2 Community,  Neighborhood,  and Economic  Development  2020 2024 Non‐Housing  Community  Development    Community  and Economic  Development      3 Homeless  Intervention and  Public Services  2020 2024 Homeless  Non‐Homeless  Special Needs    Public Services       Goal Descriptions  1 Goal Name Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice  Goal  Description  Expand the supply of affordable housing units by developing owner and renter‐ occupied housing, including acquisition and rehabilitation. Provide financial  assistance to local housing development organizations to increase the supply of  affordable housing. Funds will sustain or improve the quality of existing affordable  housing stock, such as rehabilitation of housing, eligible code enforcement tasks,  energy efficiency/weatherization improvements, removal of spot blight conditions,  and ADA improvements. Funds will increase community awareness of lead‐paint  hazards and assist with testing for lead hazards. Provide homeownership  opportunities through such activities as gap financing, down payment assistance and  infill ownership.  Page 155 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 46 | Page  2 Goal Name Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development  Goal  Description  Support for businesses that create jobs for lower‐income residents and/or businesses  that provide essential services to lower‐income neighborhoods or provide stability to  at‐risk or blighted areas through activities such as façade improvements and support  for micro‐enterprises. Funds may support activities that improve the skills of the local  workforce, including those with special needs. Improve community infrastructure by  provision and improvements such as ADA ramps, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets,  parks, playgrounds, community gardens, and streetlights. Funds may provide LID  assessment payments for lower income households. Funds will be used to provide or  improve public facilities, including neighborhood centers, recreation facilities, and  neighborhood beautification projects.  3 Goal Name Homeless Intervention and Public Services  Goal  Description  Funds will be used to support public services that respond to the immediate needs of  persons in crisis and that support regional efforts to meet the basic living needs of  lower‐income households and individuals including persons with special needs,  seniors, and disadvantaged youth. Support homeless facilities and increase housing  resources that assist homeless persons toward housing stability and self‐sufficiency.  Support increased case management and a high degree of coordination among  providers.    Page 156 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 47 | Page  SP‐65 Lead‐based Paint Hazards  Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards  A substantial share of housing in each of the three cities is older and more at risk of having lead‐paint  hazards, which is particularly true of older units in poor maintenance, such as those in lower‐income  neighborhoods. The Market Analysis shows that nearly half of renter and owners in each city are  currently living in homes built before 1980.  Each city will continue to create community awareness as an important component of reducing lead  hazards. Education efforts focus on actions to take when rehabilitating or remodeling a home and steps  to take if exposure to lead hazards is suspected. Each city will make those materials easily available in  pamphlet form, via available links on websites, and in planning and building departments. All materials  may be made available in several languages. The cities actively promote safe work practices and  information for residents and contractors.  How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures?  The cities use Lead‐based Paint (LBP) Safe Checklists to evaluate applicability of the lead safe housing  rule to projects funded with CDBG and HOME funds. The cities work with approved contractors to  perform testing to identify lead based‐paint hazards and will assure compliance after remediation work  through risk assessments and clearance exams.  The City of Richland reduces the cost burden to lower income households by paying for extensive testing  to identify lead hazards and assure compliance after remediation work. This will be accomplished by  granting the costs of lead‐based paint inspections, risk assessments, and one clearance exam for  persons assisted by the Rehabilitation Program using CDBG funds.  SP‐70 Anti‐Poverty Strategy  Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty‐Level Families  Each of the three Consolidated Plan goals has the aim to reduce the number of households in poverty, in  addition to providing relief from the financial burdens of poverty. The goal to increase and preserve  affordable housing choices (particularly rental housing) will remove some of the burden of cost, increase  housing safety, and result in housing stability for some Tri‐Cities households. Assisting households in  meeting their housing needs, it often frees up that household to focus energy and resources on job  skills, work opportunities, and educational opportunities.  To the extent physical environments are improved, streets and roads made safer and more amenable to  multiple modes of transportation, and people feel safer on their streets and downtown, the community  is more attractive to new residents and new businesses/workers. The three cities have in the past and  will continue to explore ways to use CDBG funds to support programs that help employ persons in  Page 157 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 48 | Page  poverty, such as the Pasco Specialty Kitchen, and to invest in training and support for new and existing  businesses that provide quality jobs to the region. Supportive services offer the opportunity to make  choices about self‐sufficiency and a way out of poverty and the contributing circumstances (e.g.,  domestic violence, mental illness, loss of employment, illness).  How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this  affordable housing plan  The Tri‐Cities Consolidated Plan focuses on meeting the needs of lower‐income persons and  neighborhoods. The Consortium will use HOME and CDBG funds to support low and moderate income  families while supporting broader community‐wide strategies to increase self‐sufficiency and increase  economic opportunities.  The CDBG program staff are active participants in CoC meetings, where needs, resources, and strategies  are regularly discussed and coordinated. Each of the three cities has their own Comprehensive Plan,  those plans each consider their own cities as part of the region as a whole. Both Benton and Franklin  counties continue to expand their housing, behavioral health, and supportive serve systems. Notably,  this includes continues work on the Coordinated Entry System (CES) that works to increase efficiencies  and outcomes of the CoC in the region.  The cities will continue to coordinate with the Housing Authorities to support opportunities to expand  voucher programs and maintain capacity to assist lowest income households. Over the years, a close,  cooperative relationship between the Benton Franklin Community Action Committee (CAC) allows the  cities to support a coordinated effort to reduce burdens for those living in poverty.  SP‐80 Monitoring  Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities  carried out in furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long‐term compliance with  requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the  comprehensive planning requirements  The City of Richland is responsible for monitoring Richland CDBG and HOME Consortium program  subrecipients. The Cities of Kennewick and Pasco are responsible for their respective CDBG program  subrecipients.  All are responsible to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local rules,  regulations and laws.  Monitoring is accomplished through on‐site monitoring, desk monitoring, written correspondence, and  phone conversations. Technical assistance is offered throughout the year, both to new sub‐recipients  and existing subrecipients. Subrecipients are required to provide written quarterly reports to identify  progress made in the program and how funds have been used.  Page 158 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 49 | Page  Housing projects funded by CDBG or HOME Programs are typically made as loans documented by  recorded deeds of trust, promissory notes, and other contractual loan agreements. These documents  establish the obligations for compliance with CDBG or HOME regulations. All housing projects are  required to secure building permits and comply with zoning and building code requirements. Housing  units are inspected and corrections are required to meet building codes as part of the permitting  process. HOME funded projects to purchase existing units receive an on‐site housing quality standards  (HQS) inspection and visual paint inspection. Specific language is in the written contractual agreement  and Deeds of Trust to assure the assisted unit complies with affordability requirements.  A performance measurement system to determine the impact federal dollars are making in the  community assists in monitoring program and subrecipient performance. These actions identify  potential areas of concern and assist in making necessary changes to ensure programs operate  efficiently and effectively. The cities do not monitor grants or loans awarded directly to other entities by  HUD or other Federal or non‐Federal agencies.  Page 159 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 50 | Page  Annual Action Plan  AP‐15 Expected Resources  Introduction  As each of the three cities share a common set of goals and directions for meeting the community  development and affordable housing needs of lower income persons, the cities collaboratively prepared  the 2020‐2024 Consortium Consolidated Plan. The Plan provides the community with an assessment of  needs and market conditions, establishes priority needs, set goals to respond to the identified needs,  and establishes outcome measures for the Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plans. The City anticipates  for planning purposes that the CDBG and HOME Programs will be federally funded at 2019 levels. These  funding projections are difficult to make given the fluctuations of funding for both the CDBG and HOME  programs over the past several years.   Anticipated Resources  Program Source  of  Funds  Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected  Amount  Available  Remainder  of ConPlan  $  Narrative  Description Annual  Allocation:  $  Program  Income:  $  Prior Year  Resources:  $  Total:  $  CDBG public  ‐  federal  Acquisition  Admin and  Planning  Economic  Development  Housing  Public  Improvements  Public  Services  704,340 0 0 704,340 2,817,360 CDBG funds  leverage  local, state,  and federal  funds.  Agencies  are able to  combine  funding  sources in  order to  provide a  wider range  of services  to the  community. Table 6 ‐ Expected Resources – Priority Table    Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local  funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied  Page 160 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 51 | Page  CDBG and HOME funds are important resources in the community and used in conjunction with local,  state, other federal and private funds to support housing and other projects. Each of the cities is  supportive of efforts by other organizations to obtain funding for projects to address needs and goals  outlined in this plan and in meeting needs in the Tri‐Cities. Cities also assist community organizations in  strategizing, applying for, accessing, and developing new resources and partnerships. CDBG and HOME  funds are frequently used to leverage local, state and federal funds such as United Way, Washington  State Housing Trust Funds, Emergency Solutions Grant, housing and homeless funds generated by  recording feed and county or city general funds.  Each city, as a HOME Consortium participant, is required to match HOME funds. That match is met using  city general funds or other non‐federal funds, land made available at reduced cost (below appraised  value), in the form of reduced financing fees from lenders and appraisers, grants for affordable housing  from nonfederal sources, donated construction/housing materials and volunteer labor.  If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that  may be used to address the needs identified in the plan  Not applicable  Page 161 of 217  2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 52 | Page AP‐20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goals Summary Information  Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Needs Addressed FundingGoal Outcome Indicator 1 Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice 20202024Affordable Housing       2 Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development 20202024Non‐Housing Community Development        3 Homeless Intervention and Public Services 20202024Homeless Non‐Homeless Special Needs            Page 162 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 53 | Page  AP‐35 Projects  Introduction   This Annual Action Plan provides descriptions of how funds will be used to support the goals and  priorities identified in previous sections of this Consolidated Plan. Projects and activities are carefully  chosen, many through a competitive process, to ensure the maximum effectiveness in the use of these  funds.  # Project Name  1 PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION  2 PUBLIC SERVICES  3 ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES  4 DECENT HOUSING  5 PUBLIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS  6 CODE ENFORCEMENT  7 COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE  8 SECTION 108 GUARANTEED LOAN PROGRAM   Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved  needs  Funding priorities are consistent with those stated in the Strategic Plan. The City of Richland intends to  maximize the use of limited resources to ensure the highest benefit within the capacity to administer  the program. Reduced funds have increased the challenge. Given the limited capacity, bricks and mortar  projects resulting in visual physical improvements are important when those projects reduce barriers for  physically impaired persons; result in the acquisition, construction or improvement to public facilities;  and/or, result in neighborhood preservation and revitalization. High priority is also placed on projects  that would result in enhancing the economic opportunities of residents.  Whenever feasible, projects that leverage additional funds and/or are coordinated with community  partners are emphasized and given priority. The City does not anticipate obstacles to meeting the  underserved needs addressed in the projects.  Page 163 of 217  2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 54 | Page AP‐38 Project Summary Project Summary Information  1 Project Name PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION Target Area   Goals Supported   Needs Addressed   Funding :  Description PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION FOR CDBG AND HOME Target Date   Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities   Location Description   Planned Activities   2 Project Name PUBLIC SERVICES Target Area   Goals Supported Homeless Intervention and Public Services Needs Addressed Public Services Funding :  Description PUBLIC SERVICE ACTIVITIES Target Date   Page 164 of 217  2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 55 | Page Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities   Location Description   Planned Activities   3 Project Name ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES Target Area   Goals Supported Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development Needs Addressed Community and Economic Development Funding :  Description ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ACTIVITIES Target Date   Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities   Location Description   Planned Activities   4 Project Name DECENT HOUSING Target Area   Goals Supported Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice Needs Addressed Affordable Housing Choice Funding :  Description DECENT HOUSING ACTIVITIES Page 165 of 217  2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 56 | Page Target Date   Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities   Location Description   Planned Activities   5 Project Name PUBLIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS Target Area   Goals Supported Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development Needs Addressed Community and Economic Development Funding :  Description PUBLIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITIES FOR PARKS AND BUILDINGS Target Date   Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities   Location Description   Planned Activities   6 Project Name CODE ENFORCEMENT Target Area   Goals Supported Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice Needs Addressed Affordable Housing Choice Funding :  Page 166 of 217  2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 57 | Page Description CODE ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES Target Date   Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities   Location Description   Planned Activities   7 Project Name COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE Target Area   Goals Supported Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development Needs Addressed Community and Economic Development Funding :  Description Expand or improve basic community infrastructure in lower income neighborhoods while minimizing costs to households below 80% of area median income. Target Date   Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities   Location Description   Planned Activities   8 Project Name SECTION 108 GUARANTEED LOAN PROGRAM Target Area   Goals Supported Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice Page 167 of 217  2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 58 | Page Needs Addressed Affordable Housing Choice Funding :  Description Section 108 Guaranteed Loan Program Activities to include finance fees, public facility/infrastructure construction, economic development, and administration. In 2019, $200,000 will be used for finance fees/debt service. Target Date   Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities   Location Description   Planned Activities    Page 168 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 59 | Page  AP‐50 Geographic Distribution  Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low‐income and  minority concentration) where assistance will be directed   No specific geographic target areas have been identified. Pasco's CDBG funds will be available to assist  lower income residents within Pasco city limits with priority placed on those activities that provide a  benefit in the oldest neighborhoods of Pasco.   AP‐85 Other Actions  Introduction  One of the challenges to meeting underserved needs by any one group is the lack of staff capacity,  financial resources, and supportive services necessary to address all needs. All three cities attend,  support and are active members of Continuum of Care (CoC), an organization comprised of local non‐ profit, housing, public service, correctional, and government agencies throughout Benton and Franklin  counties. The CoC has established a Coordinated Entry System (CES) that is fully implemented that aims  to create efficiencies in the service provider network by not duplicating services and matching those in  need of services to those organizations most suited to meet those needs.   Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs  Decent housing can be made available to those below 30% median income by joining forces with  community advocates such as the Benton Franklin Home Base Housing Network, Benton Franklin  Community Action Committee and the Department of Human Services to provide affordable housing for  this underserved population. Typical projects to meet this goal would be family shelter, domestic  violence shelter, developmentally disabled and chronically mentally disabled housing, elderly housing,  migrant farmworker housing, homeless prevention rapid rehousing programs and state and local  housing trust funds. The City supports the efforts of local non‐profit agencies to meet needs of  underserved populations.  Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing  The City will continue to support the efforts of various nonprofit agencies, housing authorities and  CHDO’s to provide affordable housing opportunities for special needs populations through the use of  CDBG and HOME funds. Rehabilitation priority is given by the City and by Benton Franklin CAC Energy  Efficient Healthy House Program to those homes occupied by frail elderly or homeowners and renters  with disabilities. City staff will be available to assist in identifying potential funding sources and provide  technical assistance within staff capacity, and will remain receptive to forming partnerships with other  entities to assure vulnerable populations are able to reside in decent, safe housing.  Actions planned to reduce lead‐based paint hazards  Page 169 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 60 | Page  The City will provide education on lead‐based paint including information on Safe Work Practices,  actions to take when rehabbing or remodeling a home, and steps to take if exposure to lead hazards is  suspected.  The pamphlets “Renovate Right” and “Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home” published by  Washington Department of Commerce and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be distributed to  all potential housing clients and be available via online links from the City’s website.  In compliance with Program Update 05‐11, the Lead Based Paint (LBP) Safe Checklist is utilized to  evaluate applicability of the lead safe housing rule to CDBG and HOME funded projects. The City will  work with pre‐qualified contractors to perform testing as necessary to identify lead hazards, and assure  compliance after remediation work through clearance exams as required for persons assisted with CDBG  or HOME funds.   Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty‐level families  The activities outlined in this plan will work to increase economic opportunities in the Tri‐Cities area.  Through working with local businesses and, creating needed infrastructure and facilities  updates/maintenance, the cities are working to increase the number of opportunities for financial  security in the area.  Also, each city funds public services that increase capacity for local non‐profit service organizations that  work directly with low‐income households with the aims of first creating stability and then working to  identify opportunities to transition out of poverty.  Actions planned to develop institutional structure   The City will pursue various activities outlined in the 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan to strengthen and  coordinate actions with housing, nonprofit, and economic development agencies. Staff will continue to  participate in the Continuum of Care Task Force to assist in the coordination of government agencies,  nonprofit organizations, housing developers, social service providers, and Continuum of Care providers  to meet the needs of homeless individuals and families. Richland staff will participate in the Point‐in‐ Time Count, used to measure community trends and shifts that are impacting those individuals and  families experiencing homelessness.  Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social  service agencies  The City supports efforts by agencies to apply for or leverage other funding sources that might become  available during the year. City staff will be available to provide some technical assistance support of  projects that meet a Housing and Community Development need as identified in the 2020‐2024  Consolidated Plan and will assist organizations to apply for funds from other local, state or federal  Page 170 of 217   2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan Pasco 61 | Page  resources within staff capacity.   AP‐90 Program Specific Requirements    Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)   Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)   Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the  Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in  projects to be carried out.       1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next  program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0  2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to  address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0  3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0  4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not  been included in a prior statement or plan 0  5. The amount of income from float‐funded activities 0  Total Program Income: 0    Other CDBG Requirements     1. The amount of urgent need activities 0      2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit  persons of low and moderate income.Overall Benefit ‐ A consecutive period of one,  two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70%  of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the  years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 95.00%            Page 171 of 217 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice Draft Version 9/30/19 Page 172 of 217 Contents Executive Summary ..............................................................................................................................................3 Fair Housing Laws .................................................................................................................................................5 Background Information ......................................................................................................................................7 Fair Housing Zoning and Policies In Tri-Cities .................................................................................................... 19 Fair Housing Complaints .................................................................................................................................... 23 Current Fair Housing Action .............................................................................................................................. 26 Page 173 of 217 Executive Summary This document contains an updated Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) for the Tri- Cities Consortium. Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco are entitlement communities under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). In accordance with the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, each entitlement community must “affirmatively further fair housing.” In order to demonstrate that the entitlement community is “affirmatively further fairing housing,” the community must conduct a Fair Housing Analysis which identifies any impediments to fair housing choice and what actions it will take to overcome the effects of any impediments identified. This report provides the cities with an assessment of the impediments to fair housing found in the area and recommends steps to overcome the impacts of the identified impediments. It is intended to be a tool to the cities in working with other agencies, and organizations, including the banking and real estate industries toward the elimination of unfair housing practices. From January 2017 to August 2019, the Northwest Fair Housing Alliance (NWFHA) referred to three (3) fair housing complaints to HUD or the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC). These complaints are then reviewed and addressed HUD or WSHRC. From January 2015 to the end of 2018, NWFHA received 22 allegations of fair housing violations. To better understand the conditions associated with housing complaints the Tri -Cities conducted a thorough quantitative analysis of demographic, housing, socioeconomic, employment, mortgage lending, and bank location data to understand the current conditions in the Cities. The City complemented this data profile with a community survey, stakeholder interviews as well as a review and assessment of City plans, policies, and other resources to understand current conditions and identify potential impediments to fair housing choice. Introduction Equal and unimpeded access to residential housing is a fundamental civil right th at enables members of protected classes, as defined in the federal Fair Housing Act, to pursue personal, educational, employment, or other goals. Because housing choice is so critical to personal development, fair housing is a goal that government, public officials, and private citizens must embrace if social equity is to become a reality. The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on a person’s race, color, religion, gender, disability, familial status, or national origin. In addition, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a Final Rule on February 3, 2012, that prohibits entitlement communities, public housing authorities, and Page 174 of 217 other recipients of federal housing resources from discriminating on the bas is of actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status. Persons who are protected from discrimination by fair housing laws are referred to as members of the protected classes. A growing body of research has demonstrated that limit ed housing choice has negative outcomes for child well-being, social mobility, and, ultimately, human capital development—all factors in public sector dependency. Limited housing choice for low-income households, therefore, can inhibit a city’s economic growth. To ensure the prevention and elimination of housing discrimination and housing segregation as it pertains to fair housing choice, HUD requires all entitlements or jurisdictions directly receiving any of the four HUD formula grant programs, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME), and Housing Opportunities for Persons With Aids (HOPWA), to certify that the jurisdiction will “affirmatively further fair housing choice” within their area of authority. “Affirmatively furthering fair housing” is defined by HUD as requiring a local jurisdiction to analyze to identify impediments to fair housing choice within the jurisdiction; to take appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any impediments identified through the analysis, and to maintain records reflecting the AI and actions taken in this regard. Communities receiving HUD entitlement funds are required to:  Examine and attempt to alleviate housing discrimination within their jurisdiction  Promote fair housing choice for all persons  Provide opportunities for all persons to reside in any given housing development, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, disability, familial status, national origin, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status  Promote housing that is accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities, and  Comply with the non-discrimination requirements of the Fair Housing Act. An AI is a review of a jurisdiction’s laws, regulations, and administrative policies, procedures, and practices affecting the location, availability, and accessibility of housing. It is also an assessment of conditions, within both the public and private market, affecting fair housing choice. TRI-CITIES Population and Housing The Tri-Cities has a very diverse population, with marked differences between the cities. These differences between cities continue to narrow. However, the demographic differences are still relatively significant. A substantial portion of the population is Hispanic, particularly in Pasco. Page 175 of 217 While Pasco is home to the majority of the Tri-Cities Hispanic population, Kennewick and Richland are both seeing greater number of Hispanic households. In addition to this demographic trend, the Tri-Cities can expect an increase in the relative number of elderly residents. Some of this will be due to the aging of the baby boomers in the region that choose to stay into retirement age. Also, in-migration of elderly residents because some will be due to the aging of the baby boomers and some to in-migration as people seek to take advantage of the more moderate climate, slower pace of living, and more attractive costs of living. In-migration will result in changes in demand for housing and services – including types and costs of units, location of housing, access to services and care, and increased transportation options. Housing development in the Tri-Cities has tended toward single-family and, to a much lesser extent, higher-end multifamily, in recent years. Housing costs in the Tri-Cities have rapidly increased, as they have in other areas. A significant issue discussed by individuals interviewed for this report is the lack of available rental housing, particularly housing affordable to lower -income households, the elderly and persons with disabilities. Vacancy rates hovering around 1% provide limited choice and increase barriers to attaining housing stability. Fair Housing Laws The Federal Fair Housing Act Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended (Fair Housing Act), prohibits discrimination based on:  Race or color  National origin  Religion  Sex  Familial status (including children under the age of 18 living with parents of legal custodians, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children under age 18)  Disability Further, the Fair Housing Act prohibits anyone taking any of the following actions based on the above outlined classes:  Refusal to rent or sell housing  Refusal to negotiate for housing  Make housing unavailable  Deny a dwelling  Set different terms, conditions, or privileges for the sale or rental of a dwelling  Provide different housing services or facilities Page 176 of 217  Falsely deny that housing is available for inspection, sale or rental  Persuade owners to sell or rent at a loss  Deny access to or membership in a facility or service  Refusal to make a mortgage loan  Refusal to provide information regarding loans  Impose different terms or conditions on a loan  Discriminate in appraising property  Refuse to purchase a loan  Set different terms or conditions for purchasing a loan  Threaten, coerce, intimidate or interfere with anyone exercising fair housing right  Advertise or make any statement that indicates a limitation or preference based on race, color, religion, gender, disability, familial status or national origin  Refuse to let a person with a disability make reasonable modifications  Refuse to make reasonable accommodations in rules, policies, and practices if necessary  Unless a building qualifies as housing for older persons, it may not discriminate based on familial status The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has received the authority and responsibility for administering this law. This authority includes handling of complaints, engaging in conciliation, monitoring conciliation, protecting individual’s rights regarding public disclosure of information, authorizing prompt judicial action when necessary, and referring to the State or local proceedings whenever a complaint alleges a discriminatory housing practice. Washington State Law Washington State has adopted a law that supplements the Federal Fair Housing Act, the Washington State Law Against Discrimination (RCW Chapter 49.60). The State law prohibits discriminatory practices in the areas of employment, places of public resort, accommodation, or amusement, in real estate transactions, and credit and insurance transactions on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability; and prohibits retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, and those who file health care and state employee whistleblower complaints. (www.hum.wa.gov). The Washington State Human Rights Commission has a cooperative agreement with the Department of Housing and Urban Development to process and investigate dual -filed housing complaints for which the Commission receives funding under the Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP). Most of the Commission’s housing cases are dual-filed with HUD – the exceptions are cases covered under State but not covered under federal law. Page 177 of 217 Background Information The Tri-Cities today is experiencing rapid population growth, including an increase in seniors because of the climate, pace of life, and cost of living. The economy remains strong compared to most of the country and, importantly, while its economy has become more diversified over the years, its workforce needs are still heavily tied to the 586 square mile Hanford cleanup site and associated high- tech industries. With the advent of the wine industry, the nature of the agricultural sector continues to evolve with less reliance on the food processing industry. While these and other factors bond the three communities, each of the communities has a special degree of distinction and its own identity. Demographics All parts of the Tri-Cities have seen substantial growth between 2010 and 2017, most notably Pasco with a 30% growth in population. Most of the growth is the result of in -migration, given the status of the growing economy, increased job prospects, a lower cost of living, and leisure activities nearby, Tri-Cities expects to see a steady increase in population over the next several decades. Rapid growth creates demand for housing and services. The current low vacancy rates (1%) are indicative of this demand. Several factors have contributed to the population growth, including an increase in mobility between the three cities with the I-182 bridge over the Columbia River, and the development of several new residential subdivisions offering housing at relatively modest prices. Tri-Cities Population 1990-2017 Location Year Change 1990 2000 2010 2017 2010-2017 Kennewick 42,155 54,693 70,341 78,858 12% Pasco 20,337 32,066 54,116 70,607 30% Richland 32,315 38,708 45,780 53,991 18% Benton County 112,560 142,475 167,077 190,559 14% Franklin County 37,473 49,347 71,329 89,124 25% Washington State 9% Sources: US Census; ACS 1990, 2000, 2010, 2017. A major impact in the following years will be a large population influx as a result of new jobs and increased educational opportunities. The Tri-Cities continues to grow at a rapid pace; it is also important to note that both Benton and Franklin Counties also continue to grow rapidly. This is indicative of regional growth and not just metropolitan growth because there are many Page 178 of 217 smaller cities within the region that are also experiencing large levels of growth. Inevitably, the growth in the smaller surrounding cities will increase pressure on both services and housing in the Tri-Cities. Demographic Trends in Hispanic Population: 2010-2017 2010 2017 Difference Kennewick 22.9 26.9 4.0 Pasco 55.5 55.1 -0.4 Richland 7.4 11.0 3.6 Benton County 17.4 20.8 3.4 Franklin County 50.4 52.5 2.1 Washington State 10.5 12.3 1.8 Source: US Census Race/Ethnicity: 2017 Location 2017 Race Ethnicity* White Alone Non- White Hispanic Non- Hispanic Kennewick 76% 24% 27% 73% Pasco 70% 30% 55% 45% Richland 84% 16% 11% 89% Benton County 80% 20% 21% 79% Franklin County 72% 28% 53% 47% Washington State 77% 23% 12% 88% *May be of any race. Source: US Census. The Tri-Cities has an increasingly diverse population. Pasco, in particular, has a large Hispanic population, and that population in Pasco continues to grow. Agriculture and associated seasonal workers were historical origins. Over the years, those workers have settled in the area, built families and businesses and are an integral part of Pasco, the Tri-Cities, and other cities within the Benton/Franklin County area. Of those Hispanic families in the region, the vast majority are Mexican, with some representation Puerto Rican and Cuban families. Detailed Race: 2017 Race Location Kennewick Pasco Richland Benton County Franklin County Washington State American Indian and Alaska Native 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% Asian 2% 3% 5% 3% 2% 8% Black or African American 2% 3% 2% 2% 2% 4% Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 0.1% 0.2% 0.1% 0.1% 0.2% 1% White 76% 70% 84% 80% 72% 77% Two or more races 5% 4% 4% 4% 4% 6% Source: US Census. Page 179 of 217 There continues to be a large percentage of foreign-born residents – Hispanic and non-Hispanic. People look for opportunities in agriculture and other economic sectors. Inability to speak English well, or at all, can be a barrier for those speaking Spanish , as well as those with other native languages (for example, Russian and Ukrainian). Inability to read English, or read at all, affects people’s ability to understand contracts. This lack of understanding was noted as a concern during stakeholder/public meetings on the topic of fair housing issues in the Tri-Cities region. This lack of understanding is involved in rental agreements, banking documentation, and plays an important role in predatory lending practices. Population by Race/Ethnicity Trend: 1990 to 2010 The shifts in demographics experienced in the Tri-Cities since 1990 are highlighted in the maps above. It’s apparent that the Hispanic populations have been moving to Pasco and Kennewick predominately. Most specifically, Eastern Pasco and Eastern Kennewick, on both sides of the Columbia River. RCAPS and ECAPS A large body of social research has demonstrated the powerful negative effects of residential segregation on income and opportunity for minority families. Historically, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has relied on identifying racially and ethnically concentrated areas of poverty (RCAPs and ECAPs), geographic areas where both high poverty rates and a high percentage of minorities are clustered. The rationale for this analysis was to help communities determine where to invest housing resources by pinpointing the areas of the greatest existing need. However, current evidence suggests that adding more subsidized housing to places that already have a high concentration of social and economic issues (i.e. RCAPs and ECAPs) could be counter-productive and not meet the spirit of the goals of HUD programs. This does not mean RCAP/ECAPs should be ignored by communities, however. Residents in RCAP/ECAPs still need services and high-quality places to live, and stabilizing and improving Page 180 of 217 conditions in the lowest-income neighborhoods remains a key priority of HUD programs. Instead, investment should be balanced between existing RCAP/ECAPs and other neighborhoods that offer opportunities and advantages for families. The standard HUD definitions of RCAPs and ECAPs are areas where the total non-White population is greater than 50%, and the poverty rate is greater than 40%. These baseline thresholds for defining RCAPs are meant to serve as a starting point for communities across the nation. The RCAP and ECAP census tracts are highlighted below where these areas of high minority and poverty concentration are located to help inform our analysis. 2010 R/ECAP Census Tracts The three (3) R/ECAP census tracts in the Tri-Cities align fairly closely with the areas of that have seen large growths in the Hispanic population since 1990. Comparing the above map to the Race/Ethnicity trends map above, we can see that the two census t racts with the largest Hispanic growth from 1990 to 2010 are both identified as R/ECAP census tracts in 2010. Population and Disability The Tri-Cities area has seen an increased portion of its population living with a disability. Most notably, those with disabilities most associated with elderly persons have increased. As many persons with disabilities rely on social security supplemental income (the majority income source within the disabled community), housing for persons with disabilities is a tremendous affordability problem. Persons on social security supplemental income can afford less than $200 a month for rent and utilities (approximately 1/3 of total SSI income). Without rent assistance, this extremely low-income group of individuals has little choice but to live in overcrowded or Page 181 of 217 sub-standard units, residing in homes of parents or siblings well into adulthood, couch surf ing, or at risk of becoming homeless. Overall Change in Population with a Disability Kennewick Pasco Richland Benton County Franklin County Washington State 2010 10.8% 9.5% 11.1% 11.1% 9.3% 12.0% 2017 14.1% 10.1% 14.3% 13.9% 10.1% 12.8% Percentage Point Change 3.3 0.6 3.2 2.8 0.8 0.8 Source: US Census; 2010 & 2017 Richland and Kennewick have seen an overall increase in a population that is living with a disability at a rate that is above both Franklin and Benton County as well as Washington state. This does not necessarily mean that the region is seeing a disproportionately high number of people with a disability moving to the area, rather it is more indicative of a region that is outpacing the general growth trend of its county and state. 2017 Population by Disability Type Kennewick Pasco Richland Hearing 4.1% 3.0% 4.0% Vision 2.4% 2.3% 2.5% Cognitive 6.5% 4.3% 6.9% Ambulatory 8.1% 5.4% 7.3% Self-Care 2.6% 2.0% 2.7% Independent Living 7.2% 4.4% 7.6% Source: US Census; 2017 Population by Disability Type: 2010 Page 182 of 217 The map above shows that there is no clear concentration of those persons living with a disability. However, it is notable that there is some clustering of just South of the Columbia River in Kennewick, where the R/ECAP census tract is located. Because these disability types are more often associated with elderly populations, it likely that those individuals identified in this map within the R/ECAP census tract are both elderly and a minority population. Page 183 of 217 Population by Disability Type: 2010 The map above shows that there is no clear concentration of those persons living with a disability. These disability types are associated with a wider group of individuals, so it is more likely that these disability types will be distributed more evenly across any given region. Neighborhood Dissimilarity The Social Science Data Analysis Network (SSDAN) is an academic organization that utilizes US Census Bureau data to interpret dissimilarities that exist between races when comparing neighborhoods. The primary outcome of this dataset is a view of segregation between races within a specific geographic area. The dissimilarity index is “the relative separation or integration of groups across all neighborhoods of a city. If a city’s white-black dissimilarity index were 65, that would mean that 65% of all white people would need to move to another neighborhood to make whites and black evenly distributed across all neighborhoods.” This means that an index of zero indicates even distribution, while 100 represents complete segregation. Dissimilarity Index for the Tri-Cities Region Dissimilarity Index with Whites Percent of Total Population White* 73% Black* 50.2 1% Page 184 of 217 American Indian* 38.8 0.6% Asian* 39.0 2% Native Hawaiian* 73.3 0.1% Other* 70.3 0.1% Two or more races* 30.2 2% Hispanic 55.9 21% Source: Dissimilarity Index: www.censusscope.org * Non-Hispanic Only **When a group’s population is small, its dissimilarity index may be high even if the group’s members are evenly distributed. Thus, use caution in interpreting dissimilarities among populations with less than 1,000 people (Native Hawaiian and Other) It is important to note the above data is from the 2000 Census, and the Tri -Cities has grown significantly among Hispanic and non-white populations. Maps below will further outline racial and ethnic concentrations in the Tri-Cities. From the above chart, the index number identifies what percentage of that demographic would need to disperse to a different neighborhood to be evenly distributed as compared to the majority population (in this case, whites). The most significant indexes are among the Native Hawaiian, Other, and Hispanic populations. Notably, the proportion of the population that is Native Hawaiian and Other are small, both under 250 respectively. However, the Hispanic population makes up a large percentage of the Tri-Cities population and their dissimilarity index is 55.9, meaning the Hispanic population is most likely concentrated in a few areas of the T ri-Cities. Households Nearly 70 percent of the households in the Tri-Cities are family households. In 2017 there were more large families (5 or more persons) in Pasco than in the other two cities . The number of households comprised of single individuals is important to note. In 2017 about 25% of households in the Tri-Cities were comprised of single persons. As the “baby boomers” age and retired persons look for living opportunities in the Tri-Cities, this will increase the demand for specific types of housing and services. Types of Households 2017 Location Family Households Non-Family Households 2-4* 5+* Singles Other Kennewick 55% 12% 26% 7% Pasco 54% 22% 20% 4% Richland 57% 9% 28% 6% Benton County 58% 11% 25% 6% Franklin County 55% 22% 19% 4% Washington State 56% 9% 27% 8% Source: US Census. Page 185 of 217 Income The chart reflects the substantial diversity in household income between the three cities. It is also clear that median earnings for women and men differ, due in no small part to different occupations. This has implications, of course, for women raising children on their own and for elderly-women whose financial circumstances may be reduced upon the death of a spouse. Median household income varies by race and ethnicity as well. Disparities in median income, as shown in the table below affect the ability to secure suitable, affordable housing. Also, median income is the mid-point – 50% of households are earning less, often substantially less. Household Income 2017 Income Location Measure Kennewick Pasco Richland Median household $54,420 $59,969 $71,025 Median family $63,372 $63,468 $91,623 Median earnings male* $51,560 $42,629 $73,691 Median earnings female* $33,931 $34,841 $47,656 Median household white alone** $57,481 $64,569 $71,601 Median household Hispanic** $40,999 $44,578 $45,900 *Working full-time, year-round. Source: US Census. The table below examines the level of poverty in each of the cities as of 2017. Nearly a quarter of women with children under 5 years of age (and no husband present) were living in poverty in Kennewick and Pasco, and nearly half in Richland. Persons with disabilities who must rely on SSI as a major or exclusive source of income and elderly residents living on limited fixed incomes are examples of community members living in often extreme poverty. Poverty, compounded with special needs, reduces housing choice. Persons Living in Poverty 2017 Population Location Kennewick Pasco Richland Individuals 17% 17% 10% Females alone w/children <5 27% 28% 41% Source: US Census. Analysis of Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data Unfettered access to fair housing choice requires impartial and equal access to the mortgage lending market. The Fair Housing Act prohibits lenders from discriminating against members of the protected classes in granting mortgage loans, providing information on loans, imposing the terms Page 186 of 217 and conditions of loans (such as interest rates and fees), conducting appraisals, and considering whether to purchase loans. An analysis of mortgage applications and their outcomes can identify possible discriminatory lending practices and patterns in a community. Under the terms of the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989, any commercial lending institution that makes five or more home mortgage loans annually must report all residential loan activity to the Federal Reserve Bank under the terms of the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA). The HMDA regulations require most institutions involved in lending to comply and report information on loans denied, withdrawn, or incomplete by race, sex, and income of the applicant. The data help to identify possible discriminatory lending practices and patterns. The data focus on the number of homeowner mortgage applications received by lenders. The most recent HMDA data available for the Tri-Cities is from 2017. Government loans are considered FHA, FSA/RHS, or VA home loans. The information provided is for the primary applicant only; co-applicants were not included in the analysis. The data includes the entire Kennewick-Richland-Pasco Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), not just the Tri-Cities; although the Tri-Cities makes up the majority of the MSA’s population. Loan Applications Received by Race/Ethnicity American Indian/Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White Hispanic or Latino Conventional Loans 0.4% 2.6% 0.8% 0.2% 81.2% 15.2% Government Loans 0.9% 0.8% 1.3% 0.7% 84.4% 24.1% Source: HMDA The table above outlines all loan applications received by race for the region. For all loans received, Whites accounted for over 80% of both categories of loans and Hispanic households applied for far greater government loans than for conventional loans. The representation of Hispanic households applying for loans is less than their representation of the population within the region. Loan Application Denials by Race/Ethnicity All Race & Ethnicity American Indian/Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White Hispanic or Latino Not Hispanic or Latino Conventional Loans 7.7% 10.5% 10.3% 5.4% 0.0% 5.5% 9.5% 4.8% Government Loans 8.3% 0.0% 6.3% 7.4% 6.7% 7.9% 9.7% 6.9% Source: Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA); 2017 Page 187 of 217 The tables above outline the HMDA data as of 2017, reporting on loan application denials by race/ethnicity. The first column identifies what the denial rate is for the MSA as a whole, creating a comparison point from which to base possible discrimination when looking at loan denial rates. Loan Application Denials by Race/Ethnicity – Percentage Point Difference from Jurisdiction as a Whole American Indian/Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White Hispanic or Latino Not Hispanic or Latino Conventional Loans 2.8 2.6 -2.3 - -2.2 1.8 -2.9 Government Loans - -2.0 -0.9 -1.6 -0.4 1.4 -1.4 Source: Home Mortgage Disclosure Act; 2017 The table above outlines the percentage points difference from the jurisdiction as a whole . A negative number indicates that the demographic experiences a denial rate that is above the jurisdiction as a whole. Those places where the rate for a race/ethnicity is higher than the jurisdictional rate are highlighted in yellow. Loan Application Denials by Income Category & Race All Race and Ethnicity American Indian/Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White Hispanic or Latino Not Hispanic or Latino Conventional Loans < 50% Median Income 18.4% 0.0% 33.3% 0.0% - 12.2% 14.5% 10.3% 50-79% Median Income 11.9% 25.0% 0.0% 0.0% - 7.9% 11.7% 5.5% 80-99% Median Income 6.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 4.3% 6.7% 3.3% 100-119% Median Income 7.6% 0.0% 0.0% 16.7% 0.0% 5.5% 9.7% 4.3% >120% Median Income 5.2% 11.1% 13.9% 7.1% 0.0% 4.0% 5.2% 4.5% Government Loans < 50% Median Income 20.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 20.3% 19.8% 19.7% 50-79% Median Income 6.3% 0.0% 20.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.2% 6.2% 5.6% 80-99% Median Income 6.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.0% 8.0% 4.3% 100-119% Median Income 10.3% 0.0% 0.0% 20.0% 0.0% 10.9% 13.3% 10.8% >120% Median Income 7.4% 0.0% 0.0% 20.0% 50.0% 6.2% 6.5% 6.1% Source: Home Mortgage Disclosure Act; 2017 Page 188 of 217 Loan Application Denials by Income Category & Race – Percentage Point Difference From Jurisdiction as a Whole American Indian/Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White Hispanic or Latino Not Hispanic or Latino Conventional Loans < 50% Median Income 0 -14.90 0 - 6.20 3.90 8.10 50-79% Median Income -13.10 0 0 - 4.00 0.20 6.40 80-99% Median Income 0 0 0 0 2.00 -0.40 3.00 100-119% Median Income 0 0 -9.10 0 2.10 -2.10 3.30 >120% Median Income -5.90 -8.70 -1.90 0 1.20 0 0.70 Government Loans < 50% Median Income 0 0 0 0 0 0.50 0.60 50-79% Median Income 0 -13.70 0 0 0.10 0.10 0.70 80-99% Median Income 0 0 0 0 0.30 -1.70 2.00 100-119% Median Income 0 0 -9.70 0 -0.60 -3.00 -0.50 >120% Median Income 0 0 -12.60 -42.60 1.20 0.90 1.30 Source: Home Mortgage Disclosure Act; 2017 Similar to the table outlining loan application denials based on race, the table above identifies the percentage point difference of loan denial based on a household’s race and income. The negative numbers above show the places where the denial rate is above the rate of the jurisdiction as a whole. Page 189 of 217 Community Reinvestment Act The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) was enacted by Congress in 1977 to encourage depository institutions to help meet the credit needs of the communities in which they operate, including low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. The CRA requires supervisory agencies to assess performance periodically. The four federal bank supervisory agencies are Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (FRB), Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS), and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Performance is evaluated in terms of the institution (capacity, constraints and business strategies), the community (demographic and economic data, lending, investment, and service opportunities), and competitors and peers. Ratings assigned range from: outstanding, satisfactory, needs to improve, and substantial noncompliance. The following ratings pertain to banks rated between 2010 and 2019 in Pasco and Kennewick. Note that this is not an exhaustive list of banks in the Tri -Cities, only the banks tested since 2010. No banks in the Tri-Cities have received a “needs to improve” or “substantial noncompliance” since testing results have been made public. No listings were shown for financial institutions in Richland. All institutions shown had satisfactory or better ratings. CRA Bank Ratings – 2010-2019 Bank City Agency Rating Exam Method Exam Date Community First Bank Kennewick FDIC Satisfactory Small bank 2/1/2010 Community First Bank Kennewick FDIC Outstanding Small bank 2/1/2016 Community First Bank Kennewick FDIC Outstanding Small bank 1/1/2019 Bank Reale Pasco FDIC Satisfactory Small bank 1/1/2012 Source: ffiec.gov/craratings Fair Housing Zoning and Policies In Tri-Cities The Fair Housing Planning Guide was established by HUD as a guiding tool, identifying topics and issues to investigate when developing the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. Similarly, the 2016 HUD-DOJ guidance on fair housing asks local jurisdictions to consider “How does the Fair Housing Act apply to state and local land use and zoning?” This section covers those topics. Administrative Actions Outreach and Testing Each of the three cities makes written materials available on tenants’ rights and enforceable fair housing laws in the area. The materials are made readily available at the city building where residents may go to pay utility bills or meet with city staff. Occasionally, fair housing information is included in utility bills that are mailed out to residents. Page 190 of 217 The Tri-Cities partner to host Fair Housing training, completed by the Northwest Fair Housing Alliance (NWFHA). Also, NWFHA conducts fair housing testing in the Tri-Cities, both complaint- based testing and audit testing. The audit testing conducted between January 2017 and December 2018, a two-year period, found a discrimination rate of 5%. This audit testing consisted of 44 total tests conducted, testing in four aspects: 1. Rental – Religion 2. Rental – National Origin 3. Lending 4. Accessibility Of those two audit tests that found discrimination, both were within the Rental – National Origin category. Waitlists None of the cities operate public housing, so none of the cities have waitlists to manage. There are two Housing Authorities (HA) that operate within the Tri-Cities: The Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County and the Kennewick Housing Authority (KHA). Both Housing Authorities manage a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist, and both put into place localized preferences, as permitted by HUD. The Kennewick Housing Authority identifies HCV application preferences in its Administrative Plan. Those preferences are (1) domestic violence victims, (2) elderly or disabled, (3) veteran household. The City of Pasco and Franklin County Housing Authority also utilizes application preferences for their HCV program. Those preferences are (1) elderly family, (2) disabled family, (3) working family, (4) veteran status. Building Codes Each of the three cities updates their local Building Codes related to handicapped accessibility as the Washington State Building Codes is adopted (2009 ICC/ANSI A117.1-09, Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, with statewide amendments, adopted as part of the IBC). The updates assure that construction considers the latest standards to improve accessibility for the elderly and disabled. Zoning Ordinances Family Definition Each of the cities explicitly defines family in their Municipal Codes . In each of the cities, “family” is defined broadly as one or more persons occupying a single housing unit. The definition of family in the Tri-Cities does not discriminate based on family type or size. Below are the definitions for each City: Page 191 of 217 Richland: “Family” means one or more persons occupying a premises and living as a single, nonprofit housekeeping unit, as distinguished from a group occupying a hotel, club, boardinghouse or rooming house, fraternity or sorority house.1 Pasco: “Family” means one or more persons (but not more than six unrelated persons) living together as a single housekeeping unit. For purposes of this definition and notwithstanding any other provision of this code, children with familial status within the meaning of 42 USC § 3602(k) and persons with handicaps within the meaning of 42 USC § 3602(h) will not be counted as unrelated persons.2 Kennewick: Family means one or more persons living together as a single housekeeping unit . 3 Accessory Dwelling Each of the cities has zoning ordinances that address the use of accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Accessory dwelling units are not restricted to any single neighborhood. Associated ordinances would not seemingly cause a concentration of accessory dwelling units to a specific region of any given City. Restrictions of the physical structure and its relationship with the primary building vary between the cities, however accessory dwelling units are permitted on residential parcels in each of the cities. For complete ordinance language, please see the following references for accessory dwellings:  Richland: Municipal Code 23.42.020  Pasco: Municipal Code 25.165.040  Kennewick: Municipal Code 18.27.010 Density As of June 2018, the Pasco City Council passed Resolution Number 3845, declaring the preferred Urban Area Growth (UGA) boundary for the City. Given the substantial growth of the City, expecting the need of just over 15,000 new housing units in the next 20 years, the City needs to expand its footprint to accommodate new housing as well as other broader use spaces. This Resolution has been forwarded to Franklin County for its consideration. The City of Pasco revised its Municipal Code to allow for an increase in housing density in its R-2 to R-4 zoning classifications which will impact the number of units developed, with the aim of increasing affordability. Richland updated its zoning ordinance in 2009 to provide for mixed -use development in 1 Municipal Code 23.06.340 2 Municipal Code 25.15.080 3 Municipal Code 18.09.680 Page 192 of 217 the Central Business District. The zoning ordinance will allow less expensive smaller apartments in the core area next to transportation and services. It will also potentially improve access to affordable housing for the elderly and persons with disabilities. Kennewick allows accessory apartments in all residential zones provided they are built within the existing structure. Its Alternative Residential Provisions allow densities to increase in all residentially- zoned properties. Recently, Kennewick began allowing both attached and detached ADUs. Also, Kennewick has adopted a Mixed Use Comprehensive Plan Land Use designation and the Urban Mixed Use (UMU) zoning district that allows residential uses either in conjunction with commercial development or as stand -alone uses. There are two areas zoned as UMU which are in the Bridge-to-Bridge subarea and at Vista Field. Comprehensive Plans A City’s Comprehensive Plan sets the policies on which current and future development of a community is based. They provide a guide to local public planning which may impact fair housing. Pasco’s 2007-2027 Comprehensive Plan4 Housing Element outlines the need and strategy for housing development in the City. Described in the plan are five (5) housing goals/policies that will guide the City’s development in the future. Several of these goals directly address the City’s need for mixed development and the need to mitigate concentrations of populations to specific neighborhoods or regions. Those goals are: 1. Encourage housing for all economic segments of the City’s population a. Avoid large concentrations of high-density housing b. Support dispersal of special needs housing throughout the community c. Encourage medium/high density housing near arterial and neighborhood/community shopping facilities and employment areas 2. Strive to maintain a variety of housing consistent with the local and regional market a. Allow for a full range of residential environments 3. Support efforts to provide affordable housing to meet the needs of low- and moderate- income households in the community a. The city shall work with public and private sector developers to ensure that lower income housing is developed on scattered sites and in such a manner that it blends with surrounding neighborhoods The 2017-2037 Kennewick Comprehensive Plan5 outlines three (3) goals, also aligning with Countywide Planning Principles. The goals work to address the critical housing needs of the region while understanding the need to do so in a manner that does not concentrate 4 https://www.pasco-wa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2592/Comprehensive-Plan-2007-2027-Volume-1-of-2-PDF 5 https://www.go2kennewick.com/DocumentCenter/View/9723/Comprehensive-Plan-Together-we-are-One- Kennewick Page 193 of 217 populations or contribute to discriminatory practices. Those goals are: 1. Support and develop a variety of housing types and densities to meet the diverse needs of the population a. Support special needs housing within a variety of residential environments b. Promote the development of senior housing in proximity to needed services c. Allow residential developments such as condominiums, zero lot lines, accessory apartments, and other innovative housing techniques 2. Promote affordable housing for all economic segments of the community a. Explore the use of density bonuses, parking reductions, multi-family tax exemptions, and permit expediting to encourage the development of housing affordable at below-market-rate Richland’s 2017 Comprehensive Plan6 identifies six (6) primary goals considering housing for the City. Several of those goals directly address fair housing considerations in the region. Those goals are: 1. Provide a range of housing densities, sizes, and types for all income and age groups a. Encourage mixed-use developments b. Support senior housing and long-term care/assisted living facilities in the City within close proximity to commercial uses and medical services and facilities 2. Encourage the maintenance and preservation of existing housing stock and residential neighborhoods a. Continue to allow accessory dwelling units in single-family residential districts b. Accommodate non-profit and public agencies’ efforts to purchase, construct and rehabilitate housing to meet the affordable and other housing needs of the community Fair Housing Complaints Federal, State, and local agencies have roles in working with persons who believe have encountered housing discrimination based on any of the protected classes outlined above . The Washington State Human Rights Commission has a cooperative agreement with the Department of Housing and Urban Development to process and investigate dual -filed housing complaints for which the Commission receives funding under the Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP). Generally, a complaint sent directly to HUD is referred to the state or local agency for investigation and enforcement activities. HUD identifies that utilizing housing professionals “in the locality where the alleged discrimination occurred benefits all parties to a housing 6 https://www.ci.richland.wa.us/home/showdocument?id=7462 Page 194 of 217 discrimination complaint.”7 The Northwest Fair Housing Alliance (NWFHA) has an established mission to eliminate housing discrimination and to ensure equal housing opportunity for the people of Washington State through education, counseling, and advocacy. The NWFHA is located in Spokane, WA and covers Eastern and Central Washington as the primary state level Fair Housing organization. The Northwest Justice Project, located in Kennewick, is the local legal-aid organization that lists “subsidized or public housing evictions and fair housing discrimination” as one of their general case service priorities. The Northwest Justice Project is active in the Tri -Cities conducting landlord-tenant workshops and tenants’ rights education. Complaints and allegations understood by the Justice Project may include the NWFHA for further enforcement. National & State Trends According to HUD’s Annual Report to Congress: 20178, there were a total of 8,186 complaints filed with HUD and FHAP agencies in 2017. Of those filed, 6,878 (84%) were filed with FHAP agencies. The basis of those complaints are as follows: Basis of Complaint Number of Complaints Percentage of Complaints Disability 4,865 59% Race 2,132 26% Familial Status 871 11% Retaliation 834 10% National Origin 826 10% Sex 800 10% Religion 232 3% Color 192 2% Source: HUD’s Annual Report to Congress: 2017, HUD Enforcement Management Database Fair housing discrimination based on disability has steadily increased its proportion of those complaints received by HUD. In 2013 discrimination based on disability comprised 53% of all complaints, as of 2017 the percentage was 59%. Within Washington, there were a total of 170 HUD and FHAP complaints in 2017. Of those complaints filed, 85% were with the FHAP, Northwest Fair Housing Alliance. 7 https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/partners/FHAP#FHAP1 8 https://www.hud.gov/sites/dfiles/FHEO/images/FHEO_Annual_Report_2017 -508c.pdf Page 195 of 217 Fair Housing Complaints – HUD According to HUD records, between 1/1/2011 and 12/31/2017, there were a total of 24 fair housing complaints in Benton and Franklin Counties. Of those 2 4 complaints, three (3) were within Franklin County, all within Pasco; while 21 were in Benton County. The Benton County complaints are subdivided by location as follows:  11 in Kennewick  9 in Richland  1 in Benton City The basis for the 25 fair housing complaints in Benton and Franklin counties combined are as follows (some complaints have multiples bases):  Disability (21)  National Origin (3)  Race (1)  Religion (1) The majority of the cases outlined above are closed. Below is the breakdown of the reason for the case closure:  Conciliation/Settlement successful (13)  No cause determination (6)  Complaint withdrawn by complainant after resolution (4) Fair Housing Complaints – Washington State Human Right Commission Over the same period of time as above, 2011 to 2018, the Washington Human Right Commission database reveals a total of 20 complaints. Of those 20 complaints, 15 were in Benton County while the remaining five were in Franklin County. It is important to note that there may be overlap in these identified cases and the complaints outlined in the above section. The Washington State Human Rights Commission has responsibility for violations of State law ; however there are complaints based on Federal law included in this database. The most common issue for submission of a complaint was around rental terms and conditions, followed by a refusal to rent. Half (50%) of the complaints filed with the Human Rights Commission were found to have “No Reasonable Cause” meaning upon investigation there was no discrimination found in that particular instance. Page 196 of 217 Fair Housing Complaints – Northwest Fair Housing Alliance Complaints Since 2015, the Northwest Fair Housing Alliance (NWFHA) have referred three complaints to HUD or the Washington State Human Rights Commission . Of those complaints referred, three were based on disability, and one was based on national origin (one complaint had multiple bases). NWFHA also conducts fair housing testing in the region. Testing conducted from 1/1/2017 to 12/31/2018 revealed discrimination in 2 of 3 complaint-based rental tests. One of those was on the basis of assistance animal while the other was based on religion. Of the audit-based testing in the region 5% revealed discrimination; all testing that found discrimination was due to national origin. Current Fair Housing Action Since the last Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) was completed the three cities have taken several steps in addressing the fair housing issues in the region. Many of these activities have been carried out while partnering with other agencies, including the cities’ partnership with each other. The notable activities are listed below:  Partnership with the Northwest Fair Housing Alliance (NWFHA) o Annual workshop for lenders and realtors on fair housing requirements and principles o Each city readily makes available the NWFHA fair housing education materials to the public through online channels  In Pasco, all landlords and property managers of rental units go through fair housing training  The two housing authorities operating in the Tri-Cities partner with the cities to conduct fair housing workshops and ensure access to fair housing materials in efforts to continually educate the public  In Richland, every April fair housing materials from the NWFHA are included in the City’s utility bills that are sent to residents  In each city, fair housing materials are made available in City pub lic areas such as libraries and common areas in city buildings  The cities have adopted zoning policies in respect to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) that aims to address an aspect of the affordable housing issue the region is facing Impediments to Fair Housing 1. Vacancy rates throughout the Tri-Cities have been stubbornly low for many years, reaching a rate below 2% in 2018. Page 197 of 217 An extremely low vacancy rate creates ripple effects through the market which may have impacts on fair housing issues. The low vacancy rates increase housing costs across the spectrum of housing options due to the increase in demand the limited supply. This increase in cost has a disproportionate impact on those low-income households. Similarly, in a low-vacancy market, landlords have larger pool of potential clients and are more able to filter applicants that they may deem less risky. Recommendation  Continue a proactive orientation towards zoning and density regulations that will minimize the housing crunch felt in the region.  The changes to the Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) was a good step in acknowledging the need for creative solutions to the affordable housing issue in the area.  Continue to integrate each City’s comprehensive plans, particularly focusing on those housing elements that will increase housing supply at various unit sizes. 2. Supply of housing, particularly affordable housing, for those individuals with a disability and those elderly households remains very small in relation to the overall housing market . The population in the Tri-Cities has grown rapidly, even more notably the population living with a disability and those elderly individuals have become an increasingly large portion of the population. This fact, paired with the extremely low-vacnacy rate, will put an increasing amount of pressure on those elderly individuals and those living with a disability to find adequate housing that suits their needs. Recommendation  Continue building code enforcement, ensuring units are accessible to those with special needs.  Incentivize landlords and property owners to provide housing that is ADA accessible and meets the needs of the growing elderly population. 3. Residents, landlords, and property owners do not readily understand all of the fair housing laws that are applicable in their housing situation. Increasingly diverse, especially Hispanic, population in the region increases the amount of protected classes in the Tri-Cities area. Landlords and property owners need to be made completely aware of the fair housing regulations that apply to their housing units and understand the consequences of not complying with the fair housing laws. Similarly, residents need to be made aware of the fair housing regulations that apply when looking for appropriate housing in the Tri - Cities. Page 198 of 217 Recommendation  Continue outreach and media campaign efforts to increase awareness to residents on the fair housing laws.  Continue to partner with the Housing Authorities operating in the Tri-Cities, Northwest Fair Housing Alliance, and the Northwest Justice Projects, to educate residents, landlords, and property owners on fair housing regulations.  Because of the increase in diversity and primary languages spoken in the Tri-Cities, it will be important to make fair housing information available in languages that meet the needs of the residents.  Make targeted outreach to landlords and property owners on fair housing regulations. Given the tight housing market and the increasingly diverse population since the last Analysis of Impediments was completed, this is a an imperative. Page 199 of 217 RESOLUTION NO. __________ A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2020-2024 TRI-CITIES HOME CONSORTIUM CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND ANALYSIS OF IMPEDIMENTS TO FAIR HOUSING WHEREAS, the Tri-Cities HOME Consortium member cities Pasco, Richland and Kennewick “Consortium”, contracted with The Cloudburst Group, Consultant, to prepare the Consolidated Plan for the program years 2020 through 2024 which includes a detailed Strategic Action Plan developed from a needs assessment, 2020 Annual Action Plan, and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing; and WHEREAS, the Consortium advertised and participated in workshops and public meetings to assess the community needs; and WHEREAS, the City staff, Planning Commission, and City Council reviewed a briefing regarding input and results of this effort and the Consolidated Plan elements, NOW THEREFORE; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PASCO: That the 2020-2024 Tri-Cities HOME Consortium Consolidated Plan for CDBG and HOME Programs and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing is adopted. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, and adopted this 4th day of November, 2019. _____________________________ Matt Watkins Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: _____________________________ __________________________________ Debra Barham Eric Ferguson City Clerk City Attorney Page 200 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 30, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Dave Zabell, City Manager Executive SUBJECT: Agreement in Principle with the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation I. REFERENCE(S): Proposed Agreement in Principle II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: MOTION: I move to approve the Agreement in Principle with the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. III. FISCAL IMPACT: IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation are a federally recognized Indian Tribe. The Colville Tribes have recently purchased lands within the Pasco city limits. In doing so, the stated intent of the Tribes is to reconnect th e Palus Band as well as other Tribal members, with their ancestral areas and to develop and enhance the property for the economic and cultural benefit of the Tribes, Tribal members, and the surrounding Pasco community. As background, the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation consist of twelve individual tribes; Chelan, Chief Joseph Band of Nez Perce, Colville, Eniat, Lakes, Methow, Moses-Columbia, Nespelem, Okanogan, Palus, San Poil and Wenatchi. The Colville Reservation encompasses and area of 1.4 Million Acres with a Tribal enrollment of 9,520 members. What are often referred to as the Tribes' traditional territories once encompassed most of what we know today as eastern Washington state extending into Canada, Idaho and Oregon. The Palus Band, shares a long and ancient history within a region that includes much of current day Pasco. Page 201 of 217 The Colville Tribal Council and Chairman have recently extended invitations to the Pasco City Council and City Manager to share information about their pro posals for their newly purchased land in Pasco, discuss necessary processes, learn of the City’s plans, explore mutual interests and areas for partnerships, and establish and begin building a strong government-to-government relationship built on trust and transparency. These meetings, conducted in Pasco and at the Lucy F. Covington Government Center in Nespelem, were both productive in laying the foundation for a relationship between the Tribes and the City, the first fruit of which is the subject agreement. V. DISCUSSION: Attached for Council’s review and consideration is a proposed Agreement in Principle between the Tribes and the City. The agreement cites the respective authority of the Tribe and the City to establish a government-to-government relationship; discusses the motivation(s) for the Tribes decision to purchase property in Pasco, the most symbolic being the Palus Band’s physical and historical connection to the region; and the desire of the Tribe and City to collaborate and cooperate on matters of mutual interest specific to the property and to the benefit of the Tribes, Tribal members, the City and it residents and business community. The agreement contemplates that the parties will begin developing processes and procedures to facilitate cooperation between the City and the Tribes on multiple issues, including but not limited to: the Fee land to Trust land process, educational and cultural exchange, tourism, media and community outreach and communications protocols. The agreement makes clear that the term is open-ended, may be terminated by either party with formal notice, and is not legally binding. The proposed agreement has been thoroughly vetted by legal and staff representatives of the parties and represents an excellent first step toward what is intended to be a long and mutually productive relationship between the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation and the City of Pasco. Staff recommends approval of the proposed Agreement in Principle. Page 202 of 217 Agreement in Principle Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation City of Pasco, Washington Page 1 CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON AGREEMENT IN PRINCIPLE This AGREEMENT is by and between the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (“Tribes” or “Colville”), with headquarters in Nespelem, Washington, and the City of Pasco, Washington (“City”) (collectively, the “Parties”) regarding future cooperation and collaboration between the Tribes and the City on a variety projects, including but not limited to educational, cultural, and economic development projects related to the use of Tribally-owned property in the City of Pasco in Washington State. Recitals A. Whereas, the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation is a federally- recognized Indian Tribe possessing all government authorities and powers accorded to a sovereign Indian Nation; and B. Whereas, the Colville Business Council (“CBC”), the elected governing body of the Tribes, possesses the authority under Art. V (a) of the Colville Tribal Constitution to protect and preserve the Tribal property, wildlife and natural resources of the Confederated Tribes, to cultivate Indian arts, crafts, and culture; to administer charity, to protect the health, security, and general welfare of the Confederated Tribes; and in addition possesses authorities and powers accorded to the CBC as set out elsewhere in the Tribes’ Constitution and in the Colville Tribal Code; and C. Whereas, the City of Pasco operates under the "Council-Manager" plan of government, per the Revised Code of Washington Chapter 35.18. Citizens of Pasco elect individuals to serve on the City Council, the only representative body for the City of Pasco. Pursuant to RCW 35.18 the City Council appoints a City Manager; this position has certain management and supervisory authority as described in the §§ 2.10.010- 2.10.020 of the Pasco Municipal Code; and D. Whereas, the City Council has declared by its Resolution 3820 that “Pasco is a welcoming and inclusive City, where laws apply equally to all who live here, and where individuals, families and businesses are welcome”; and Page 203 of 217 Agreement in Principle Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation City of Pasco, Washington Page 2 E. Whereas the Colville Tribes’ Confederation includes the Palus Tribe, whose members since time immemorial lived in the region which now includes, but is not limited to, a significant portion of the area comprising of the City of Pasco; and F. Whereas the Tribes recently purchased certain real property within the City limits as part of an effort to bring the Palus Band of the Confederated Tribes, as well as other Tribal members, back to their homeland; and G. Whereas, the CBC and the City desire to establish a framework for future collaboration and cooperation between the Tribes and the City, and to provide support for the Tribes’ efforts to develop and enhance this property for the mutual benefit of the Tribes, Tribal members, the City of Pasco and its residents and business community; NOW THEREFORE, The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation and the City of Pasco agree to the following: 1.0 Purpose The purpose of this Agreement is to begin constructing processes and procedures for the effective and efficient cooperation and collaboration between the Tribes and the City on a number of proposed joint efforts, which are set out in more detail below. 2.0 Scope The scope of this Agreement shall include engagement in cooperative efforts regarding, but not limited to, the following: 2.1 Fee-to-Trust Process The Parties agree to conduct discussions on the “Fee-to-Trust” process and the roles of the Parties in forwarding this process, with the goal of developing a Memoranda of Agreement between them, for the provision of assistance, financial and otherwise, by the Tribes to the City to offset potential increased needs for City law enforcement and fire services, among others, that may occur as a result of the development of Tribal properties in trust status within the City, as well as providing other evidence of the City’s support for this effort such as a Council resolution on this matter, and other efforts to be identified that may be helpful in securing trust status for the properties. 2.2 Educational and Cultural Awareness Efforts The Parties agree to conduct discussions on potential joint efforts affording the Tribes with opportunities to provide educational and cultural awareness presentations, workshops, exhibits, etc., on or within City-owned properties in the Pasco area, subject to specific Memoranda of Agreement on the locations, timing, and content of these presentations/workshops/exhibits. To that end, the Parties Page 204 of 217 Agreement in Principle Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation City of Pasco, Washington Page 3 embrace the opportunity to share information to the other about public events occurring in their respective areas which may be of interest, particularly with regards to opportunities for public outreach/education regarding the Colville Tribes, the Palus Tribe, and the history and cultures of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. 2.3 Tourism The Parties agree to conduct discussions on how they can work cooperatively to promote tourism to the Pasco area, including partnerships with area tourism bureaus, and to enter into Memoranda of Agreement as needed to implement plans for these efforts. 2.4 Media Outreach The Parties agree to conduct discussions on working cooperatively to provide news releases, fact sheets, brochures and other materials as part of a regional media outreach effort, including but not limited to joint meetings with local media interview boards, drafting of “op-eds” for release as may be needed, and identifying each Party’s media outreach point of contact to assure efficient and effective communications between them on matters related to media outreach and response. The Parties will each identify their respective spokespersons on these matters. 3.0 Communications Framework 3.1 The Parties agree to designate an individual and alternate who will be the “point person” for communications between them on the matters described herein. The Parties will each make available to each other the name and contact information for these persons. 3.2 The Parties agree to collaborate to develop a plan for regular meetings and communications, for the purpose of discussing matters of mutual interest related to the subject matter of this Agreement. Each Party agrees to provide to the other requested public information (laws, ordinances, resolutions, etc.), which shall not constitute a public records request, for the benefit of increased awareness and understanding of their respective governmental operations, particularly regarding the required processes of their respective governments for the signing of agreements, passing of resolutions, etc. 3.3 The Parties agree that they will timely share all news releases issued by them related to the subject matter of this Agreement, sending the releases to the contact persons described in 3.1 above. 3.4 The Parties agree that from time to time they may wish to issue joint media releases, and will provide an opportunity for their respective public relations staff to develop such releases in a cooperative manner. 3.5 The Parties agree to request their respective state and federal lobbyists to establish open lines of communication to assure that information related to the subject matter of this Agreement derived from state and federal legislation, policies, rulemaking, etc. is shared between them as needed for the Parties’ mutual benefit. 3.6 The Parties agree to promptly contact one another if situations arise which require timely discussion to clarify matters of concern. Page 205 of 217 Agreement in Principle Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation City of Pasco, Washington Page 4 4.0 Term This Agreement shall take effect upon its signing by the representatives authorized of the Parties, and shall continue until either Party notifies the other in writing (email communication is sufficient) that the Agreement is terminated. 5.0 Sovereign Immunity Nothing herein may be construed to in any way limit or restrict the inherent sovereign immunity of the Colville Tribes; provided that any future agreement between the Parties shall require a limited waiver of sovereign immunity by the Tribes, at that time as a condition for the City to enter into said agreement. 6.0 Nonbinding Neither this document, nor anything contained herein, shall be construed as an actual agreement or contract. This Agreement in Principle is not intended to have a legally binding effect but is an expression of intent of the parties. SIGNED BY THE AUTHORIZED OFFICIALS OF THE PARTIES BELOW: For the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation: Name and Title: ____________________________ Date: ________________________ For the City of Pasco: Mayor, Matt Watkins: ____________________________ Date: ________________________ Page 206 of 217 AGENDA REPORT FOR: City Council October 30, 2019 TO: Dave Zabell, City Manager Regular Meeting: 11/4/19 FROM: Angela Pashon, Policy Analyst Executive SUBJECT: National Citizen's Survey I. REFERENCE(S): Prior Community Survey Policy Questions 2019 Possible Policy Questions II. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL / STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: MOTION: I move to authorize staff to contract for the National Citizen's Survey including standard mail survey, Spanish and district-based geographic options, and to include the three policy questions as discussed. III. FISCAL IMPACT: $17,510, as recommended. IV. HISTORY AND FACTS BRIEF: In anticipation for Council's biennial goal setting in even numbered years, the City has contracted for a community survey to be completed in odd years since 2005. Staff is in communication with the National Research Center (NRC) to conduct the National Citizens Survey (NCS) in Pasco consisting primarily of standard questions regarding the availability and quality of municipal services. The results of this statistically valid survey have served as a valuable tool for Council in goal-setting efforts and decision making with respect to public investment and programmatic focus areas. With several cycles of experience, Council, staff and the public can identify trend lines where the city is making progress in the opinion of respondents, where we are not, and fine tune efforts to be more effective. The survey results and subsequent analysis provides policy-makers with reliable information on which to make decisions in the public interest and how Pasco compares in terms of performance with other similar cities utilizing the NCS as a tool. Historically, the City has conducted the NCS in the fall so that the information is available for the Council's Page 207 of 217 post-election cycle goal-setting retreat, in this case, in early 2020. In addition to the questions specific to the major services the City provides, the Council may add up to three "policy" questions to the survey without additional cost. Each of the City's previous NCS efforts included policy questions. In order to have the policy questions included in the survey this fall, NRC will need our finalized questions to them by mid-November. The 2017 yielded 215 responses from a sample of 1,500 households. Due to continued growth and response rate, NRC recommends a sample size of 1,700 households for the 2019 survey. The database utilized to generate the households is from the City's utility billing data. In 2017, the City opted to include the following survey enhancements: 1. A web-based response option, this option is now included in the basic service fee. 2. The option for Spanish-only speaking residents to review and submit the survey online, this option is an additional $910 (4 responses in 2017). 3. Providing survey results by geographic areas (City Council voting districts), this option is an additional $910. In addition to providing sample households with the web-based response option, the City has the ability to invite the community to submit survey responses online (results to be kept separate to maintain the scientific results of the base random survey). An additional 131 responses were received in 2017 with this option. V. DISCUSSION: Staff recommends inclusion of the Spanish-only online response option and results by geographic areas in the 2019 survey. The total cost would be $17,510. In an effort to stimulate discussion, staff offers possible policy questions which represent some of the policy issues that Council has confronted, or may confront in the future, for Council's consideration. The list of questions have been modified to reflect the Council discussion during the October 28 workshop meeting. Staff encourages Council to consider the proposed policy questions; if Council has ideas that members would like to see further discussed or developed, it would be helpful to identify them at the meeting. With the potential for hundreds of households to participate and provide input to their City government, the NCS is one of the City's largest interactive community outreach efforts in terms of numbers involved. Page 208 of 217   2017    Code Enforcement: Responding to resident  complaints about trash, weeds, loud noise and  barking dots, the City handles approximately 3,000  code violations per year.  Would you like to see code  enforcement in Pasco increase, decrease or stay the  same?    Fire Stations: Two fire protection and emergency  medical response facilities need to be replaced  and/or relocated to better serve the community with  improved response times and space for staffing and  modern equipment.  To what extent would you  support or oppose a property tax to fund a new  fire/EMS facility?    Community Center: If a new community recreation center were to be constructed, it could  support a number of different recreation interests.  Please indicate your household’s likely level  of interest, if any, in each of the following types of recreation categories:                      Page 209 of 217 2015    Recycling and Yard Waste  Services: The City is  considering proving curbside  container recycling and yard  waste services.  To what  extent would you support or  oppose these services being  offered:    Traffic Cameras: In order to reduce the rate of serious  traffic accidents at major intersections, the City is  considering installing cameras to increase red light  compliance. To what extent do you support or oppose the  installation of traffic cameras at select intersections in  Pasco?     District‐based Voting in General Elections: Of the seven members of City Council, five  members are district‐based, with only residents within the district able to run for election and  only voters residing within the district voting on district candidates in primary elections and  city‐wide voting in the general (final) election. The method of voting for district‐based  candidates (district‐based voting at the primary level and city‐wide voting in the general  election) is dictated by state law. The City is considering whether to push to change the law to  allow for district‐based voting in the general election in communities that choose this approach.  To what extent do you support or oppose…  Page 210 of 217 2013     Ambulance Fees in Fire District #3: The “donut hole” area surrounded by Pasco has received  ambulance service from the Pasco Fire Department paid by Fire District #3 at an equivalent fee  of $1.00 per household per month (compared with Pasco residents’ fee of $6.25/month).  If the  City continues to provide the same paramedic ambulance service to  Fire District #3 that it provides to City residents, to what extent do  you support or oppose altering the contract so that District residents  pay at least the same fee as Pasco residents?    Funding Large Projects: Funding large projects, such as a convention center, performing arts  center, aquatics facility or museum in Pasco can be done in a number of ways.  Partnering with  the Regional Public Facilities District (with the approval of Tri City voters) can finance projects of  $35 million or more.  The Pasco Public Facilities District (Pasco only) could finance a project of  about $10 million.  To what extent do you support or oppose each of the following?   Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Partnering with the RPFD on large projects that can be  approved by the voters of the three cities  44% 35%  Working independently with the PFD to identify a small  project for Pasco  27%  48%  Abandoning efforts to consider future facilities 7% 24%    Pasco Senior Center: Use of the Pasco Senior Center by seniors has continued to decline over  time, but still requires increased funding to remain open.  To what extent do you support or  oppose transitioning the Pasco Senior Center into a “community recreation center” with the  following programming options?   Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Create a community recreation center with  programming for all ages and maintain the current  amount of programming for seniors  38% 41%  Create a community recreation center with  programming for all ages and decrease programming  for seniors  31%  30%  Leave Pasco Senior Center as is; do not create a  community recreation center  11% 25%  Strongly Support  70%  Somewhat Support 16%  Somewhat Oppose  7%  Strongly Oppose 6%  Page 211 of 217 2011    Impact Fees: Impact fees are assessed on all new housing construction to help pay for related  public infrastructure (like roads and parks).  To what extent do you support or oppose a change  to reflect the city’s “ability to pay”?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  42% 37% 11% 9%    Labor Negotiations and Arbitration: The City of Pasco is considering asking the state to change  the process arbitrators use in organized‐labor negotiations to ensure that an individual city’s  budget or “ability to pay” is factored into the arbitration decisions.  To what extent do you  support or oppose a change to reflect the city’s “ability to pay”?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  27% 39% 22% 12%    District Based Voting: There are seven members of the City Council; five positions require a  candidate to reside within a geographical district within the City and two positions are elected  “at large” without regard to district residency.  The purpose of having some districts is to assure  reasonable geographic representation of Council members throughout the city.  Please indicate  which of the following best reflects your view:  Favor the current system as described  above  70%  Prefer fewer at large representatives 16%  Prefer more at large representatives  7%                Page 212 of 217 2009     Curbside Recycling: To what extent do you support or oppose establishing curbside recycling  service, if it requires an increase to your garbage pickup service cost of $4 to $5 per month?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  35% 28% 18% 19%    Fluoride: To what extent do you support or oppose the City continuing to add fluoride to the  City’s drinking water system?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  73% 30% 12% 16%    Regional Centers Sales Tax: A committee, consisting of representatives of the cities of  Kennewick, Richland and Pasco, has been studying the feasibility of developing regional centers  (e.g. aquatic center, performing arts center, etc.) that could be used by all residents in the  region and considering voter approved sales tax and property tax options to finance them.   Because a sales tax would be paid by visitors as well as residents and would be paid in much  smaller increments throughout the year, among other reasons, the committee has tentatively  concluded that a sales tax increase would be preferable to a property tax increase.  To what  extent d oy agree or disagree with this conclusion?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  30% 47% 15% 9%                    Page 213 of 217 2007     City’s Role in Downtown Business: To what extent do you support or oppose the City taking a  more active role in working to improve downtown business area?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  54% 38% 6% 2%    Corridor Landscaping: To what extent do you support or oppose the City installing and  maintaining landscaping along select major street corridors to improve the appearance of the  community?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  57% 32% 10% 1%    Aquatics/Water Park: As you may know, the three public pools in Pasco are in need of  complete renovation.  As an alternative, to what degree would you support or oppose the City  building a new water park (including a pool slide and other water features) that would replace  on (or possibly two) existing swimming pools?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  48% 30% 13% 8%                        Page 214 of 217 2005    Chiawana Park Costs: To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:  “The City of Pasco should assume all the cost of maintaining and operating Chiawana Park?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  35% 43% 14% 8%    Aquatics Center Sales Tax: To what extent do you support or oppose an increased sales tax of  1/10 of one percent (one extra penny on each %10 purchase) to have a regional aquatic center  in the Tri‐Cities?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  32% 31% 17% 20%    Funds for Pasco School District Programs & Facilities: The City has a history of supporting  Pasco School District programs and facilities with City funds.  To what extent do you support or  oppose the City of Pasco continuing to support Pasco School District programs and facilities  with City funds?  Strongly  Support  Somewhat  Support  Somewhat  Oppose  Strongly  Oppose  63% 27% 3% 7%    Page 215 of 217 National Citizen Survey Policy Questions Public Art To enhance and enrich the quality of life for its residents and visitors, Pasco is creating an arts and culture commission. To what extent do you support the use of public funds for art?  Strongly support  Somewhat support  Somewhat oppose  Strongly oppose Housing A sufficient supply of affordable housing helps a community maintain affordable rates of housing. The current vacancy rate is 1.1% and housing costs continue to rise. The City of Pasco can take action to increase the number of affordable housing units. Should the City of Pasco:  Provide incentives for the development of affordable housing.  Allocate public funding to create additional affordable housing.  Implement zoning initiatives to increase housing supply and options through increased density or building types.  Let the market decide. Retail Marijuana Dispensaries In 2012, voters in Washington State approved Initiative 502, legalizing the retail sale of marijuana products for recreational use. Shortly afterwards, the City of Pasco passed a law banning such sales within Pasco. Should the City of Pasco:  Allow retail marijuana dispensaries  Continue to ban retail marijuana dispensaries ATV To what extent would you support or oppose allowing licensed drivers to operate off-road and all-terrain vehicles on public right-of-ways.  Strongly Support  Somewhat Support  Somewhat Oppose  Strongly Oppose Page 216 of 217 Downtown How likely or unlikely would the following amenities be to bring you to downtown more often? Very Likely Somewhat Likely Somewhat Unlikely Very Unlikely Cultural Opportunities More Unique Dining Opportunities National Chain Restaurants Large Franchise Businesses More Service Oriented Businesses More Children/Youth Opportunities Page 217 of 217