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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021.06.28 Council MinutesMINUTES City Council Workshop fleeting 7:15 PM - Monday, June 28, 2021 City Council Chambers & GoToWebinar CALL TO ORDER City of V'i co Washington The workshop was called to order at 7:25 PM by Saul Martinez, Mayor. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present: Ruben Alvarado, Blanche Barajas, Craig Maloney, Saul Martinez, Zahra Roach, and Pete Serrano. Absent: David Milne Staff present: Dave Zabell, City Manager; Adam Lincoln, Deputy City Manager; Zach Ratkai, Administrative & Community Services Director; Ken Roske, Police Chief; Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director; Steve Worley, Public Works Director; Darcy Buckley, Finance Manager and Debby Barham, City Clerk. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION Train Safety Presentation - Evan Enright of the WA Utilities & Transportation Commission (UTC) Mr. Worley introduced Evan Enright of the WA Utilities & Transportation Commission (UTC) who provided a Train Safety presentation. Unfortunately, Mr. Enright was not available online; therefore, Council moved on to the next discussion item. Infrastructure Management System (IMS) Presentation Mr. Worley introduced Senior Engineer Padvorac who provided the Infrastructure Management System (IMS) presentation. Council and staff discussed various aspects of the City's roadways along with some suggestions. Page 1 of 3 Park & Recreation Master Plan - Kick-off Mr. Ratkai introduced Cindy Mendoza, from MIG, who provided a presentation for updating the City of Pasco's Park and Recreation and Open Space Master Plan. After the presentation concluded, Ms. Mendoza asked if Council had any comments, suggestions or recommendations regarding the Master Plan process and Council responded with the following: • The largest challenge is the population increase within the next 20 years and it is important to plan for open public parks, facilities and open space • It is important to have well-designed/quality parks, facilities and open -spaces • Also, access to neighborhood parks and other facilities is an important consideration • For aging parks and facilities within the community, it is important to update those areas now and in the future • There is a need for another community center • With the population growth; multi -modal transportation opportunities is important • The parks, facilities and open spaces need to be maintained and meet the current needs of the City MISCELLANEOUS COUNCIL DISCUSSION Mr. Zabell commented on record high temperatures within the region and he noted the efforts of the City helping the homeless population and other vulnerable populations. Mr. Zabell announced a vacancy on the Franklin County Mosquito Control District Board of Trustees and asked if any Councilmember wished to participate on this Board. Council's consensus was for the Mayor to appoint a Pasco resident to the vacant position. Mr. Zabell stated that he will forward the FCMCD Executive Director's recommendation for appointment to Mayor Martinez. Lastly, Mr. Zabell provided a rundown of City events scheduled for the Fourth of July weekend. Police Chief Roske provided a report on the Police Department's efforts during the upcoming Fourth of July events. Page 2 of 3 Mayor Martinez emphasized the importance of holding responsible Fourth of July celebrations throughout the City and expressed concerns of the high temperatures and possible heat strokes/exhaustion. Mayor Martinez stated that Mr. Serrano will run the July 6 Council meeting as he and Mayor Pro Tem Barajas will be absent from that meeting. Lastly, Mayor Martinez announced the passing of former Administrative & Community Development Director Rick Terway and conveyed his sympathy to Mr. Terway's family. Mr. Alvarado noted that as the City's representative on Ben Franklin Transit Governing Board, he is opposed to the recent proposal from the Benton and Franklin County Boards of Commission to reduce transit funding in order to increase funding for mental health needs in the region. Mr. Alvarado asked for feedback from Council to ensure that he was also representing Council's view on the issue. Discussion ensued with the City Council providing feedback in general support of his position. Mr. Maloney encouraged staff to start distributing some of the ARPA funds and Mr. Zabell stated that staff has been working it and an update is scheduled for the July 6, 2021 Council meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:38 PM. PASSED and APPROVED this (o day of APPROVED: T Saul Martinez, Mayor ATTEST: a s �.. V�. syj� &,q DebraarB ham, City Clerk Page 3 of 3