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1 Regular Meeting January 14, 1971
The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, January 14,
1971 , at the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M.
Members present were: Absent:
Robert Lovelace, Chairman G. E. Carter, Mayor
Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Stuart Nelson
Bonnie Hart Del Lincoln
Thomas B. Jackson
Ralph Oakley
A. J. Tate
Donald Matson
Also present, Ben D. Rea, Secretary
Minutes of the meeting held December 16, 1970 were approved as written.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
GRIGG ZONE CHANGE File No. 71-01
The Chairman declared the Public Hearing open. The Chairman checked the file and it
was determined to be in order. The Secretary pointed out the property in question,
and it was determined to be in order. The Secretary pointed out the property in
question on the Zoning Map, and explained the proposed zone change. The Chairman
then asked if any were present to speak for the proposed zone change. No one in
the audience spoke for the zone change. The Chairman then checked if anyone was
against the proposed zone change. No one was present to speak in opposition to the
zone change. Barbara Olson then moved to table the petition until the next meeting
so as to get the specifics on the petition. This was seconded by Mr. Thomas Jackson.
The motion carried.
COURT STREET COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CHANGE. File No. 71-04
The Chairman asked the Secretary to explain the proposed Comprehensive Plan change.
The Secretary then, pointed out the area in question on the Comprehensive Plan map.
The Chairman declared the Public Hearing open. The Chairman asked for any comments
from the audience. Mr. George E. Husk of 1511 N. Illinois Avenue stated that he
had bought his house in 1955, and that he was against the proposed change in the
Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Albert Bond, 1515 N. Illinois Avenue stated that he was
against the proposed change in the Comprehensive Plan. Mrs. Bonnie Kirkpatrick,
1520 West Agate Street, stated she was against the proposed change on the basis it
would affect the re-sale value of her house. Mr. W. J. Gurtisen of 1504 North Dakota
Avenue stated that he was against the measure. Mrs . Alfred Schultz, 1519 N. Illinois
Avenue stated she was against this measure. Also presented to the Commission were
two letters in opposition to this proposed change; one from Mr. and Mrs . Dan Durflinger,
1516 N. Dakota Avenue, the other from Donald Thomas, 1519 North Dakota Avenue. Due
to some confusion between the terms , "Comprehensive Plan' and "Zoning", the Chairman
explained the difference; that the Comprehensive Plan was merely the long range plan
that would guide the City's growth, and that the Zoning Map was what really controlled
land use on an individual piece of property. Mrs. Leola Quesenbery, 1520 North
Mead Avenue,
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stated she was against the change on the basis that the Federal Housing Administration
and Veterans Administration loans would not be available on her house. The Chairman
then asked for a show of hands on the issue. There were sixteen against, and none
for, out of twenty-three people in the audience. Mr. Donald Matson then moved to
leave the Comprehensive Plan as it now stands. Mr. A. J. Tate seconded. The motion
unanimously carried.
TIME OIL PLOT REVIEW File No. 70-41
The Secretary presented the Commission with a set of plans for a self service gas
station at the corner of Road 28 and Hopkins Street. After a hearing of plans,
Mr. Ralph Oakley moved that the Commission accept the plan as presented. Mrs. Barbara
Olson seconded. The motion carried.
SIGN ORDINANCE File No. 70-06
The Secretary presented the Commission with a copy of a suggested change in the
Sign Ordinance. This change is in Section 14.12 (c) . The Secretary explained
the suggested change was to abolish Board of Adjustment proceedings from this
Section. Instead of having to come to the Board of Adjustment for a ten per cent
variance, if the land was large enough to qualify, the procedure would be automatic.
This suggested change would be incorporated with three changes suggested at the
last meeting of the Planning Commission and would be presented to the City Council
on January 19, 1971 . Mrs. Bonnie Hart moved that we recommend the suggested change
to the City Council . Mr. Donald Matson seconded. There were six "yes" and one "no" .
Mr. Oakley voted "no".
ZONING IN AREA WEST OF U.S. 395, and NORTH OF HILLSBORO ROAD
The Planning Commission did receive a letter from the City Manager concerning
zoning in this area. This letter stated that a small area of this area had been
zoned Industrial . The City Council felt that perhaps the rest of the area should
be zoned Industrial . After considerable discussion, the Commission directed the
Secretary to reply that the Commission would consider any petition before it for
rezoning. There have been no petitions in this area except for the small area
already rezoned, and the Commission felt that interest was lacking, and that because
of access problems , they would prefer to have a specific proposal before them.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
0_0�ti D l-.
Ben D. Rea, Secretary
City Planning Commission
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Special Meeting January 28, 1971
A Special Meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, January 28,
1971 , at the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M.
Members present: Absent:
Robert Lovelace, Chairman G. E. Carter
A. J. Tate Del Lincoln
Stuart Nelson Barbara Olson
Bonnie Hart
Thomas Jackson
Ralph Oakley
Donald Matson
Also present, Ben D. Rea, Secretary, Dick Perry, Griggs Department Store.
OLD BUSINESS
GRIGG ZONE CHANGE File No. 71-01
The Chairman declared the continued hearing open. The Chairman requested the Secretary
to point out the property in question on the Zoning Map, and give a brief history of
the petition. The Secretary pointed out the land that was at the northeast corner of
West "A" Street and Chase Avenue. The Secretary further pointed out that this property
does have extensive frontage on both major arterials , at least 600 feet on each arterial .
The Secretary further pointed out that this area is surrounded by land in the industrial
classification, and is rapidly becoming an area for wholesale businesses. The Chairman
then asked if anyone from the audience had any comments. Mr. Perry, representing Mr.
Charles Grigg spoke in favor of the proposed zone change, stating that presently, a
developer has an option on the land. He further stated that Mr. Grigg has had this
property a short length of time, and that there had been no parties interested in
developing the land since it was presently zoned C-1 , Retail Business . Mr. Perry
further stated that if this business does locate at this location, it would be an
attractive addition to the City, with possible further expansion on this land. He
further stated that this was ideally located for his clients use, because it does have
good truck access. The Chairman then asked if there were any further comments from
the audience. There were no further comments from the audience. Mr. Stuart Nelson
moved to recommend this change of zone to the City Council provided that there is a
one year time limit on development, or this land would automatically revert to C-1
Zone. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Secretary announced that there would be cooperative planning meeting to discuss
the future planning for SR 182 in the vicinity of Pasco. He further commented the
purpose of this meeting was to discuss the general location and designed features for
the Interstate Freeway. This was a joint meeting for the Highway Department and the
local community. This meeting would be held on February 4, 1971 , at 7:30 P.M. in
the Franklin County Public Utility District Auditorium.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Ben D. Rea, Secretar
Pasco Planning Commiyssion
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting February 11 , 1971
The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, February 11 ,
1971 , at the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M.
Members present were: Absent:
Robert Lovelace, Chairman G. E. Carter
Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman
Ralph Oakley
Donald Matson
Bonnie Hart
Stuart Nelson
A. J. Tate
Thomas Jackson
Del Lincoln
Jeff Jeffers
Also present, Ben D. Rea, Secretary; John Keltch, Keltch Construction; Thomas Kidwell .
Minutes of the regular meeting of January 14, 1971 and special meeting January 28, 1971
were approved as written.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
SAXTON ZONE CHANGE R-1 Zone to C-3 Zone File No. 71-05
The Chairman declared the public hearing open. The Chairman requested the Secretary
to point out the property in the petition and its location. The Chairman then asked
if any were present to speak for the proposed zone change. Mr. Thomas Kidwell spoke
in favor of the zone change. He stated that this property was next to his, and that
it would be used as a storage yard for the farm agricultural business on his property.
He stated that the business does not handle pesticides or explosive materials. He
further stated that it would be fenced. Mr. A. J. Tate questioned Mr. Kidwell what
distance was the property to the nearest residential property. The Secretary pointed
out that it was approximately one half mile to the nearest residential area, that is
developed, although it would border on land that is zoned R-1 , that is presently
vacant. The Chairman then asked if there were any in the audience having opposition
to the proposed zone change. No one was present to speak in opposition to the zone
change. Mr. Stuart Nelson moved that the Planning Commission recommend this land be
changed in zone classification from R-1 to C-3, with the following conditions: That
if used for a storage yard, it shall be fenced, and that if not developed as a C-3
use within one year, the land would automatically revert to R-1 zoning. Mr. A. J. Tate
seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF POSSIBLE CHANGES TO THE MOBILE HOME SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE.
Mr. John Keltch presented a problem with the present Mobile Home Subdivision Ordinance
No. 1424. He said as the present Ordinance reads, modular homes, ones that were never
intended to move with their own wheels are not presently allowed in mobile home
subdivisions. He stated that since they are extremely similar in design and looks,
and in most cases are higher building standards than the mobile homes, he would like
to see some type of inclusion into the Mobile Home Subdivision Ordinance. After
considerable discussion, the Secretary suggested the following definition:
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A mobile home is defined as a detached single-family residential
structure designed for transportation after fabrication on streets
or highways on its own wheels or on a flat bed or other trailers
and by means other than its own power and arriving at the site
where it is to be occupied as a dwelling complete and ready for
occupancy except for incidental unpacking and assembly operations,
location on permanent foundations, connection to utilities and
the like.
._Mrs. Barbara Olson moved that we recommend the before said definition to the City .
Council . Tom Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
LETTER TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
A motion was made by Mr. Donald Matson to direct the Secretary to write a letter
expressing concern over the offensive odor emitted by the Rogers Walla Walla, Inc. ,
potato processing plant on Glade Road North. This letter is to be sent to the Department
of Ecology and to the County Prosecutor. This motion was seconded by Mrs. Bonnie
Hart. The motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
D &
Ben D. Rea, Secretary
City Planning Commission
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting March 11 , 1971
The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, March 11 , 1971 ,
in the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M.
Members present: Absent:
Robert Lovelace, Chairman Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman
Thomas Jackson G. E. Carter
Del Lincoln Bonnie Hart
Stuart Nelson
Ralph Oakley
A. J. Tate
Donald Matson
Jeff Jeffers
Also present, Ben D. Rea, Secretary and Dr. Robert F. Kopper.
Minutes of the regular meeting of February 11 , 1971 were approved as written.
Public Hearings
Kopper Zone Change R-1 to R-3 File No. 71-06
The Chairman declared the Public Hearing open. The Chairman requested the Secretary
to point out the property in the petition and its location. The Secretary stated that
the property was at the corner of West Clark and North Illinois Street, on the northeast
corner of this intersection. The Secretary further explained it is presently zoned R-1 ,
although this had been previously zoned R-3, but had reverted to R-1 Zone classification,
when the provisions of Ordinance No. 1361 were not fulfilled. Ordinance No. 1361
changed Lots 15, 16, 17 and 18, Block 11 of Helm's Second Addition from R-1 to R-3.
Section 4 of this Ordinance stated a sight obscuring fence of the proper size be
installed on the east side of the property. Section 5 stated, "site improvement to be
completed within one year, or said property shall revert to original zone classification" .
It was understood that the intent of this was for Lots 17 and 18, but because of the
way the Ordinance was written, the site improvement pertained to the entire rezone.
Dr. Kopper further stated that he was applying for Lots 15 and 16, which are presently
used by him as, a Chiropractor's office. Dr. Kopper stated that he was selling Lots 17
And 18, and the purchaser would have to present himself before the Commission, if he
wished to request a change of the zone on Lots 17 and 18. Mr. Oakley asked if the
other buyer was aware that this area was not zoned R-3. Dr. Kopper explained that he had
told the other buyer of the difficulties. Mr. Stuart Nelson moved that the Planning
Commission recommend to the City Council that a change of zone from R-1 to R-3 be
given to this area, Lots 15 and 16, Block 11 , Helm's Second Addition. Mr. Ralph Oakley
seconded the motion. The vote was 7 to 0, with Mr. Matson abstaining. Mr. Matson
stated he was abstaining because insufficient evidence was presented to him by the Staff
in order for him to make a decision.
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L & L Holding Company Plot Review File No. 71-11
Mr. Gene Haller presented plot plans for a remodeled self-service gas station at the
southwest corner of North Fourth and West Court Street. After due consideration of
the plot review, Mr. Stuart Nelson moved that the Planning Commission approve the
plot review as presented. Mr. Ralph Oakley seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
New Business
Mr. Del Lincoln moved that the Planning Commission urge the City Council to speed up
consideration and progress on a Universal Garbage Collection Ordinance. Mr. Jeff
Jeffers seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:29 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
r� 0. iaet_
Ben D. Rea, Secretary
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting May 13, 1971
The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, May 13,
1971 , Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M.
Members present: Absent:
Robert Lovelace, Chairman G. E. Carter, Mayor
Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman
Bonnie Hart
Thomas Jackson
Del Lincoln
Ralph Oakley
Stuart Nelson
A. J. Tate
Donald Matson
Jeff Jeffers
Also present, Ben D. Rea, Secretary; Leon Paull , Deputy Director, Urban Renewal
Agency, City of Pasco; Curly Elvrum, Nostaw Development; Hal Johnson, Nostaw
Development; Jim Bridge, Red Lion Inn.
Minutes of the regular meeting of March 11 , 1971 were approved as written.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Red Lion Zone Change File No. 71-13
The Chairman declared the Public Hearing open. The Chairman requested the Secretary
to point out the property in the petition and its location. The Secretary stated
that the property was north of the present Red Lion Motor Inn near the entrance
to the Golf Course Access Road. The Secretary further explained that this ground
was presently leased by the Red Lion Motor Inn, and it is presently paved.
Mr. Jim Bridge of the Red Lion Motor Inn stated that he is expanding the operations
of the motel to include three gazebo type units north of the present motel .
Mr. Bridge further stated that these units could possibly extend onto the land
of a zone change.He would also need the rest of the area for the necessary parking.
Mr. Stuart Nelson moved that the Planning Commission recommend this change of zone
from R-1 to C-1 to the City Council . Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The
motion carried unanimously.
Nostaw Development Zone Change File No. 71-10
T�hairman declared the Public Hearing open. The Chairman requested the Secretary
to point out the property in the petition and its location. The Secretary explained
that the property was near the corner of Court Street and Lucas Avenue. The Secretary
then pointed out the land was presently zoned Low Density Residential R-1 , and the
applicant wished it changed to R-3, High Density Residential . The Secretary also
explained that the land to the south was zoned Retail Commercial , C-1 , the land to
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the north was zoned Low Density Residential R-1 , the land to the east and west
was also Commercial , C-1 . Mr. Curly Elvrum of Nostaw Development, Kennewick,
Washington, spoke in favor of the proposed change, commented that there were
presently plans to put a series of luxury apartments on this land, and the type
of apartments that were somewhat lacking in the City of Pasco today. Mr. Del
Lincoln recommended the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council a change of
zone classification from R-1 , Low Density Residential to R-3, High Density Residential
of Lots 6 through 10, Block 1 , Papi Addition. Mrs. Barbara Olson seconded the motion.
The motion carried unanimously.
Urban Renewal Zone Chane File No. 71-18
The Chairman declared the Pub is Hearing open. The Secretary then pointed out the
property in the petition and its location. The Secretary reported that the land
was south of "A" Street near the junction of South Wehe Street and South Oregon
Avenue. Mr. Leon Paull , Deputy Director, Department of Urban Renewal , City of
Pasco, stated he was in favor of the proposed zone change, because it would allow a
car crushing outfit to locate on this property, thereby enabling the Urban Renewal
Project to fulfill two of its original obligations. One to develop the East Pasco
Area; two, to provide jobs for the low-income and disadvantaged persons in the
Urban Renewal Area. Mrs. Bonnie Hart moved the Planning Commission recommend to
the City Council a change in zone classification from Light Industrial , I-1 , to
Heavy Industrial , I-2, on Lots 9 through 12, Block 1 ; Lot 1 , Block 7; Lots 11 through
` 16, Block 8; Steffins Amended Addition, provided that the area be developed within
one year, or it should revert to Light Industrial , I-1 , zone classification.
Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Chairman Lovelace relinquished the Chair in favor of Ralph Oakley to conduct the
elections. Mr. Oakley declared the nominations for the position of Chairman open.
Nominated were: Del Lincoln and Stuart Nelson for the position of Chairman. After
three calls, Mr. Oakley declared the nominations closed and distributed ballots for
voting. After a count of the ballots,�Del Lincoln was elected Chairman. Mr. Oakley
then opened the nominations for Vice Chairman. Nominated were: Barbara Olson and
Stuart Nelson. After three calls, nominations were closed by Mr. Oakley, and the
ballots were distributed. Barbara Olson was elected as Vice Chairman. The newly
elected Chairman, Del Lincoln, then appointed Ben D. Rea, Secretary of the Commission.
NEW BUSINESS
Sin—' Or_d�inan�ce
The Secretary cretary presented the Commission the copy of the proposed amendment to Section
13.3 of Ordinance 1441 , the Sign Ordinance. The Secretary reported that this amendment
was at the request of the Board of Adjustment pertaining to their duties as defined
in the Ordinance. Mr. Donald Matson moved that the Planning Commission recommend
this change in the Sign Ordinance to the City Council . Mr. Ralph Oakley seconded
the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
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Letter from the De artment of Ecolo
T e Secretary read a letter from t e Department of Ecology in reference to the
odors caused by the Rogers Walla Walla Potato Plant north of the City of Pasco.
The Secretary also read a letter from the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney of Franklin
County, also in reference to the odors emitted by the Rogers Walla Walla Plant.
Mrs. Barbara Olson moved that the Secretary send a strongly worded letter to the
Board of Directors of the Rogers Walla Walla Potato Processing Plant. Donald Matson
seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
Zoning Use Guide
The Commission set a workshop on May 27, 1971 , at 7:30 P.M. , to considar the Zoning
Use Guide.
ADJOURNMENT
T e mF eeting was adjourned at 9:25 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Ben D. Rea, Secretary
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING: June 10, 1971
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The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on
Thursday, June 10, 1971 , Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M.
Members present: Absent:
Del Lincoln, Chairman G. E. Carter
Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman A. J. Tate
Bonnie Hart Donald Matson
Thomas Jackson
Robert Lovelace
Stuart Nelson
Ralph Oakley
Jeff Jeffers
Also present, Ben D. Rea, Secretary; B. C. Davis,1300 W. Ainsworth,
Keith Zornes, Bumgardner & Zornes Realty, Don Dwinell , Dwinell 's
Central Neon, Perry Clark, Dwinell 's Central Neon.
Minutes of the regular meeting of May 13, 1971 , were approved as written.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Anderson Zone Chana File No. 71-19
Chairman Lincoln declared t e Pu lic Hearing Open. The Secretary was
asked to explain the location and details of the proposed zone change.
1 The Secretary pointed out the property in question, South of Washington
Avenue and West of the present old bridge. The Secretary pointed out,
that the area is presently zoned Retail Commercial C-1 . The Chairman
then asked if anybody in the audience cared to comment. Mr. B. C.
Davis, 1300 W. Ainsworth, spoke in favor of the proposed rezoning and
further stated that this is the future of this area as it is surrounded
by industrial uses and residences probably would not be built here in
the future and that the present zoning would not allow the proposed use
in this land although it was commercial use would be of a short term
storage nature technically classified as warehousing and that all
goods in and out would remain at the location a short length of time,
he further stated, that it be a masonry or steel building it would
be an asset to the area. There being no further participation from
the audience the chairman declared the Public Hearing closed. Mr.
Ralph Oakley moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the City
Council , Lots One through Six, Block 32, Riverside Addition, be changed
in zone classification from Retail Commercial C-1 to General Commercial
Zone C-3. Mr. Robert Lovelace seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
REDFIELD ZONE CHANGE FILE 71-20
Chairman declared the Public Hearing open, and asked the Secretary to
explain the location and details of the proposed zone change. The
Secretary pointed out the property in question is at the Southeast
corner of Pacific and Sylvester Streets and that the zoning presently
was Low Density Residential R-1 , the Secretary further explained that
the Comprehensive Plan had been amended in August 1970, designating
this area as High Density Residential . The Secretary then asked if
anybody in the audience cared to participate in the public hearing.
Mr. Keith Zornes, Bumgardner & Zornes Realty stated that he was in
favor of the proposed zone change, and that the proposed use was a
Chiropracttc,¢ltnIc pd thtq would be an asset to the City of Pasco, and
to the location, as it is presently vacant land. Mrs. Olson, questioned
Mr. Zornes, as to time of development. Mr. Zornes, stated that Dr. Redfield
presently had a lease on his existing clinic, on North Fourth, and as soon
as he was able to move, construction would start. Mr. Zornes further stated
that this would be a minimum of three years. There being no further
participation from the audience, Chairman Lincoln declared the Public Hearing
closed. Mrs. Olson, moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the
City Council , a change of zone from Low Density R-1 to High Density R-3 on Lots
17 through 20, Block 26, Helm's Second Addition. Mr. Nelson seconded the
motion. The motion carried unanimously.
SIGN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FILE 71-17
The Secretary reported, the Commission had suggested an amendment to
Section 13.3 of Ordinance 1441 , by a unanimous vote. The Secretary
reported that the City Council had considered the proposed amendment
in the workshop meeting of May 25, 1971 , and had referred the proposed
amendment to the Planning Commission for more possible input from the sign
companies in the Tri City area as they were not involved in the discussion
May 13, 1971 . The Secretary further explained that some sign companies
had been notified but were unable to attend on that date. The Chairman
then asked if anybody in the audience had any comments on the proposed
amendment. Mr. Don Dwinell and Perry CLark of Dwinell 's Central Neon,
presented comments as to their feelings as to the proposed amendment.
Mr. Clark commented that he was in full agreement that some type of limitation
on non conforming signs should be made, he further stated that he was in
disagreement with the proposed amendment because the time limitation was
entirely to short, he stated that the three six months period would not
give property woners, or sign companies enough time to amortize the signs out.
Mr. Dwinell stated that many signs have five and a few ten year lease agree-
ments and if they had to be removed in 18 months this would pose a financial
hardship on the person maintaining such signs. Mr. Dwinell further suggested
that five year period be set with a possible extension of five more years
making a total of ten years maximum. The Secretary pointed out that many
signs that were nonconforming had been up at least five if not ten years
and that very few had been put up recently, that were nonconforming.
The Secretary suggested one possible solution that had been brought up
in the City Council workshop. The suggestion was that nonconforming signs
be allowed to remain for a maximum of five years from their date of
installation this would allow a possible five years for signs that had
been recently erected and would enhance the chances of removal for those
signs that had been amortized. Mr. Stuart Nelson, moved that the Planning
Commission recommend to the City Council that Section 13.3 read as follows;
Section 13.3 Appeal The period specified in Section 13.1
may be extended by the Board of Adjustment. Upon application
to the Board by the person maintaining such sign, the Board
may extend the period for a maximum of five (5) years from the
date of erection of the sign. The Board may also extend the
period specified in Section 13.1 by eighteen (18) months upon
application of the person maintaining such sign if the Board finds
that such an extension is necessary for the preservation of sub-
stantial property rights of the applicant.
1 The motion was seconded by Tom Jackson. Motion carried unanimously.
LETTER FROM BOARD OF DIRECTOR, WALLA WALLA INC.
The Secretary reported that the Planning Commission had received a copy
of a letter from the executive Vice President of Rogers ' , Walla Walla,
in reference to the air pollution problem that his Plant was creating
} on the City of Pasco. The Commission took no further action on the letter.
NEW BUSINESS SIX YEAR STREET CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM
The Secretary presented the Commission with the proposed Six Year
Street Program. After due consideration the Planning Commission moved
to adopt the Six Year Street Construction program. With three exceptions:
1 . Fifth Street and Arthur Street be given higher priority
than the 1975-1977 construction period. It was suggested
that these be moved up to the 1972 construction period.
2. Road 28 from West Lewis to Sylvester Street be given
higher priority than the present 1975-1977 construction period.
3. That Margaret Street from 4th Avenue to Arthur Street be
added to the program with a priority date of late 1971
or early 1972.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further Business, Chairman Lincoln declared the meeting
adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
Respectfully//J��submitted,
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Ben D. Rea, Secretary
CITY. PLANN;NG COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING: JULY 8, 1971
The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday,
July 8, 1971 , in the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 P.M.
Members Present: Members Absent:
Del Lincoln, Chairman G. E. Carter
Barbara Olson, Vice Ch. Thomas Jackson
Robert Lovelace Bonnie Hart
Stuart Nelson A. J. Tate
Ralph Oakley
Jeff Jeffers
Donald Matson
Also present Ben D. Rea, Secretary, Gene Wright, 3725 Rd 96, Pasco, Albert Dosch,
930 West 'A' Street, Pasco, Washington.
Minutes of the regular meeting held June 10, 1971 , were approved as written.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A & E DIESEL ZONE CHANGE-FILE #71-22
Chairman Lincoln declared the public hearing open. Secretary was asked to explain
the location and details of the proposed zone change. The Secretary commented
the location and details of the proposed zone change. The Secretary commented
that the zone change was for the Northeast part of East Pasco, close to the
intersection of Oregon Street, and U.S. 395. Chairman then asked if anybody
in the audience, cared to participate. Gene Wright, of Ben Phillips Realty,
commented on the proposed zone change, and he stated that this was close to
other commercial zoning and that it was at the intersection of two major arterials
in Pasco, U. S. 395 and Oregon Street. He further commented this area probably
would not develop as residential . Mr. Wright also commented that they do have
right of way to the site. The Chairman then declared the public hearing colsed.
Stuart Nelson moved that the Planning Commission recommend this change of zone
from R-1 to C-3, to City Council . The motion died for the lack of a second.
Mr. Jeff Jeffers, commented that this was probably a spot zone and therefore,
illegal . After a brief discussion, Mr. Stuart Nelson, moved the Planning Commission
recommend to the City Council , the change of zone from Low Density Residential
R-1 to General Commercial C-3, on Block 53, Frey's Addition. Mr. Donald Matson,
seconded. The motion carried with Mr. Jeff Jeffers , voting No.
NEW BUSINESS
Burlington Street and Alley Vacation - File #71-24
The Secretary presented the Commission with a copy of the petition from Burlington
Northern Railroad, to vacate portions of three streets, Tacoma Avenue, Nixon Street,
Margaret Street, and three alleys. After discussion as to the location of utilities , an
and residences within the area, Mrs. Barbara Olson, moved that the Planning Commission
recommend to the City Council , that the requested streets and alleys be vacated,
and that the necessary easements for the operation and maintainence of the utilities
I be retained. Mr. Jeff Jeffers seconded, the motion carried with Mr. Donald Matson,
voting no. Mr. Matson commented that he did not have enough information so as to
make a decision.
A & E DIESEL ALLEY VACATION
FILE #71-23
The Secretary presented a petition by Mrs. Alice Saton, Owner of Block 53,
Frey's Addition, requesting vacation of the Northerly Southerly alley,
in the block. The Commissison also was presented with a letter from Mrs.
Sandra R. Stanley, City Engineer, stating that the engineering staff was
in agreement with the petition and that no easement was necessary. Mr.
Stuart Nelson, moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the City
Council , the vacation of the Northerly Southerly Alley, in Block 53, Frey's Add-
ition, Mrs. B. Olson, seconded. The motion carried Unanimously.
West Pasco Annexation
File #71-26
The Secretary reported that the Planning Commission be noted to fill the pro-
visions of Title 22, Chapter 96, Section 030, of the Pasco Municipal Code,
needed to place a zoning classification on the proposed annexation West of
Chase Street. The Chairman then presented the Commission with a map of the
proposed zoning that would be most analogous to the zone classification
placed upon the land by Franklin County. Mr. Donald Matson, moved that the
following lands be zoned Retail Commercial C-1 and Medium Density Residential ,
R-2.
Retail Commercial C-1
North half of the Northwest quarter of the Northeast quarter of the
Northeast quarter of Section 25, Township 9 North, Range 29
East, Willamette Meridian, excluding the Church of God Addition
as recorded in Volume C, Page 70, Book of Plats , Franklin County,
Washington.
Northeast quarter of the Northeast quarter of the Northeast quarter
of Section 25, Township 9 North, Range 29 East, Willamette Meridian.
North half of the North half of the Southeast quarter of the
Northeast quarter of the Northeast quarter, of Section 25,
Township 9 North, Range 29 East, Willamette Meridian.
South half of the Northeast quarter of the Southeast quarter
of the Northeast quarter of Section 25, Township 9 North, Range
29 East, Willamette Merdian.
Southeast quarter of the Southeast quarter of the Northeast
quarter of Section 25, Township 9 North, Range 29 East,
Willamette Meridian.
Blocks 1 ,2,5,6,7,8,11 ,12, O'Keef's Third Addition '(vacated)
as recorded in Volume B, Page 37, Book of Plats, Franklin
County, Washington.
Medium Density Residential R-2
South half of the Northwest quarter of the Northeast quarter of
the Northeast quarter of Section 25, Township 9 North,
j Range 29 East, Willamette Meridian.
Southwest quarter of the Northeast quarter of the Northeast quarter
of Section 25, Township 9 North, Range 29 East, Willamette Meridian.
South half of the North half of the Southeast quarter of the North-
east quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 25, Township
9 North, Range 29 East, Willamette Meridian.
South half of the Southeast quarter of the Northeast quarter
of the Northeast quarter of Section 25, Township 9 North,
Range 29 East, Willamette Meridian.
North half of the Northeast quarter of the Southeast quarter of
the Northeast quarter of Section 25, Township 9 North,
Range 29 East, Willamette Meridian.
Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
Adjournment: There being no further business, Chairman Lincoln declared the
meeting closed at 8:50 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Ben D. Rea, Secretary
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City Planning Commission
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Regular Meeting: August 12, 1971
The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday,
August 12, 1971 , in the Pasco City Hall Basement at 8:00 P.M.
Members present: . Members Absent:
Del Lincoln, Chairman Barbara Olson
Robert Lovelace Stuart Nelson
Ralph Oakley G. E. Carter
Jeff Jeffers A. J. Tate
Donald Matson
Thomas Jackson
Bonnie Hart
Also present Ben. D. Rea, Secretary, Ben Phillips, of Ben Phillips Inc. #1 Angus
Square, Kennewick, Washington.
Minutes of the Meeting held July 18, 1971 , were approved as written with the
following exceptions;
A & E Diesel Zone Change, Motion by Mr. Stuart Nelson, included a stipulation,
that the land should be developed in one year or it would automatically revert
to C-1 Zoning.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Mather Zone Change-File #71-26
R-2 to R-3 and C-1
Chairman Lincoln declared the Public Hearing Open. The Secretary was asked to
explain the location and details of the proposed zone change. The Secretary
commented this would be approximately a five acre tract West of Chase Avenue,
East of Road 22 and South of Henry Street. This area recently annexed and
under the Annexation ordinance was zoned Medium Density Residential , R-2. The
Chairman then asked if anybody in the audience cared to participate. Mr. Ben
Phillips, of Ben Phillips Realty, commented that this was on Chase Avenue, in
a spot that is between two large Commercial zoned areas. He stated, Mr. Mather,
the developer, wishes to build apartments, a High Density Residential Complex,
on the West Half of this property, leaving the East half, for Commercial or
further High Density Residential development. Mr. Phillips further stated
that R-2, would require to much land for the apartment complex leaving a small
useless strip along Chase Avenue. Mr. Donald Matson, asked, if any C-1 develop-
ment was contemplated. Mr. Phillips answered, not presently. Mr. Donald Matson,
moved that the change of zone requested, by Mr. Mather from R-2 to R-3 and C-1
be recommended to the City Council . Mr. Thomas Jackson, seconded. The motion
carried unanimously.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT ZONE CHANGE-FILE #71-28
C-1 to C-3
The chairman declared the Public hearing open. The Secretary was asked to explain
the location and details of the proposed zone change. The Secretary explained
that this was one entire block on the West side of Oregon Street approximately
half way between Lewis Street and the By-pass. The Chairman then asked if any-
body in the audience cared to participate. Mr. Ben Phillip&, Ben Phillips
Realty, commented he is tried for many years, to consolidate ownership and
control in this Northeast Pasco area, so as to make some type of meaningful
development. He further stated that the ownership is diverse, many people own-
ing a single lot of 25 feet in width, with many an absentee ownership. Mr.
Phillips further stated that the ground is presently zoned C-1 , but this
would not suffice for the proposed development, he further stated that the land
to the West is zoned industrial and the land to the East is zoned heavy commer-
cial , the same type of zone that was being requested presently. Mr. Phillips
also stated the Farm Implement Co. Proposal to use this land would probably
make the land the Northwest headquarters , for the Company, therefore bringing
investment and employment to the City of Pasco. The Chairman declared the
Public Hearing colosed. Mr. Robert Lovelace moved, the Planning Commission
recommend to the City Council , a change of zone from Retail Commercial C-1
to General Commercial C-3, on Block 113, Pasco Land Company's First Addition,
with the stipulation that if the area does not develop within one year, as a
C-3 use it would automatically revert to C-1 . Bonnie Hart seconded. The
motion carried unanimously.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CHANGE-FILE #71-27
AVERAGE DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO COMMERCIAL
The Chairman declared the public hearing open. The secretary was asked to
explain the location and the details of the proposed Comprehensive zone
change. The Secretary commented that this land is north of Salt Lake Avenue
and East of Oregon Avenue. The Secretary further commented that all but
one block of the area is presently zoned Low Density residential R-1 with
one block being General Commercial C-3. The secretary further commented
that this area would be near the terminus of Inter-state #182 along with
its intersection with U.S. #395. and U.S. 12. and that the area has never
developed as the Comprehensive Plan directed. Mr. Jeff Jeffers asked about the
access onto Oregon Street. The Secretary explained that this would be a four
lane Street, with full access most of the way except near the inter-change
of the Inter-state and the two U. S. Highways. Mr. Ben Phillips, Ben Phillips
Realty commented the area was complex and diverse, stating again his attempts,
to make a meaningful development in the area. He further stated, he thought
this area would go to a Commercial or industrial use, in time and, would
not develop as a residential use. The Chairman declared the Public Hearing
Closed.
Mr. Jeff Jeffers moved that Planning Commission recommend to the City Council
a change in Comprehensive Plan designation on Blocks 20 through 26, 31 through
46, and 50 through 59, Frey's Addition from Average Density Residential to
Commercial . Mr. Tom Jackson seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
SHORLINE ACT: The Secretary explained the Shorline Act, House Substitute
Bill #584, and the Planning that would be necessary in the near future to
fulfill the City Obligation of the Act.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 P.M.
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Respectivly Submitted:
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Ben D. REA, Secretary
1 CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING September 9, 1971
The regular meeting)of the City Planning Commission was held on
Thursday, September 9, 1971, in the Pasco City Hall Basement, at
8:00 P.M.
Members Present: Members Absent:
Barbara Olson Vice Chairman Del Lincoln, Chairman
Robert Lovelace Ralph Oakley
Jeff Jeffers Donald Matson
Thomas Jackson G. E. Carter
Stuart Nelson A. J. Tate
Bonnie Hart
Also present: Ben D. Rea, Secretary; Ben Phillips, Ben Phillips Realty,
No. 1 Angus Square, Kennewick, Washington; Roy Davis, Ben Phillips,
Inc. ; Alvin Mather, Prosser, Washington.
Minutes of the meeting held August 12, 1971, were approved as written.
OLD BUSINESS
Mather Zone Change-File 1171-26
The Secretary presented the Commission with the letter from the City
Manager stating that the Council had expressed concern on what provisions
had been made for East-West access in the area as suggested and that
prior to finalizing the zone reclassification provisions, any needed
right-of-way should be provided. After due consideration, the Commission
felt that; (1) The area to the south and as proposed on the property
shall be zoned retail commercial C-1, lessening the need for access
to each individual properties in the area. (2) The Comprehensive
Plan denotes Park Street extended westward from Chase. (3) A twenty
foot easement will be provided along the southerly property line at the
proposed zone change. (4) A high density residential complex will
front on two streets, Road 22 and Henry. Mr. Lovelace moved that
ten feet from the Mather property and ten feet from the property to
the south be acquired for a utility easement, from Chase to Road 22.
Mr. Jackson seconded, The motion carried unanimously.
HEARINGS
Guenther Street and alley vacation-File 1171-33
The Secretary presented the Commission with a petition from Guenther
Irrigation to vacate Main Avenue between New York and Spokane Streets
and the alleys within Blocks 109 and 113 of Pasco Land Company's First
Addition. Also included was a recommendation from the city engineer
that the entire width of Main Avenue be retained as a utility easement
due to the two utilities existing on the property presently. The
Secretary pointed out that this cut off Main Avenue, but that Front
Street to the west would be available for access to the railroad and
to the westerly edge of this property. Mr. Stuart Nelson moved that
two twenty foot utilities be retained for the existing utilities.
Motion died for lack of a second. Mrs. Bonnie Hart moved that the
street and alley vacations be recommended for approval to the City
Council provided that the entire width of Main Avenue from Spokane
Street to New York Street be retained as an easement. Mr. Jeff Jeffers
seconded. Motion carried with Mr. Stuart Nelson voting no.
NEW BUSINESS
The Secretary suggested that the Planning Commission review the fence
ordinance, especially the provisions for the side yards, and that a
public hearing be held October 14. The Secretary was instructed to
propose a revised ordinance allowing a six foot fence within the side
yards. This will be considered at the public hearing, in the regular
October meeting.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Secretary suggested that the Commission, at their next meeting,
review the comprehensive plan for the area surrounddd by Chase Street
on the east, Court Street on the north, Lewis Street on the south,
and the by-pass on the west. The City has recently annexed part of
this area and is planning to annex the rest. The Secretary further
pointed out that the comprehensive plan calls for this area as being
average residential with a pocket of public land being the school
land and small tracts of commercial. The Secretary also felt that
other conditions had affected this area and that the entire tract
should be reviewed for possible changes in the comprehensive plan.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, Vice Chairman
Olson declared the meeting closed at 9:10 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Ben D. Rea, Secretary
City Planning Commission
Regular Meeting: October 14, 1971
The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held on Thursday, October 14,
1971 , in the Pasco City Hall Basement at 8:00 P.M.
Members present: Members absent:
Del Lincoln, Chairman G. E. Carter
Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman A. J. Tate
Ralph Oakley Stuart Nelson
Thomas Jackson Donald Matson
Robert Lovelace
Jeff Jeffers
Bonnie Hart
Also present: Ben D. Rea, Secretary; Mr. Bud Williams, 1940 W. Sylvester; Mr. Frank
W. Stafford, 1020 S. 5th; Mr. Ira L. Schmidt, 1002 S. 5th; both Pasco, Washington.
Minutes of the meeting held August 12, 1971 , were approved as written. The agenda was
changed at this time due to the audience so that new business would be before the public
hearings.
NEW BUSINESS:
WILLIAMS SITE REVIEW FILE #7140: The Secretary reported that a garage on Chase Avenue
between Lewis and Sylvester s reets was contemplated and that a site review was necessary.
The Secretary further stated this would be on the West Side of Chase near where Yakima
intersects. The Secretary then presented plans of the proposed development. The Chair-
man asked if anybody in the audience cared to participate. Mr. Bud Williams commented
that he is proposing a tune-up shop on this property; he further stated that he had one
small change he wished to make in the plan. In that the southerly set back would pro-
bably be in the 20 to 25 foot range instead of the proposed 14 feet. Mr. Jeff Jeffers
asked about access to the rear of the property. The Secretary commented that the
Assembly of God Church owned this property and the property behind this with Mr. Williams
having an option on the parcel in question. The Church had retained enough land to
extend Yakima westward to the rear of the property. Mrs. Barbara Olson moved that the
Commission accept the site plan as proposed. Mr. Robert Lovelace seconded it. The
motion carried unanimously.
KIDWELL SITE REVIEW FILE #71-30: The Secretary presented a letter from Mr. Thomas A.
Kidwell requesting a site review on the parcel of land between Road 24 and Road 26 on the
south side of Court street. This would be for a repair shop of automobiles. Also in-
cluded in letter was a proposed site plan. There being noboly in the audience who cared
to participate, Mr. Jeff Jeffers moved that the site plan be accepted as presented. Mr.
Tom Jackson seconded it. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
FENCE ORDINANCE FILE #71-37: The Chairman declared the hearing open. The Secretary was
asked to read all communications concerning the proposed change. The Secretary presented
the Commission a letter from the building inspector requesting that 6 foot fences be
allowed in the side yard. The building inspector further stated that all variances for
6 foot fences in the side yards that have gone to the Board of Adjustment have been
approved and that it has turned out to be merely a time delaying action with no benefit
to the public. The Secretary then explained where the fences would be allowed up to
72 inches and where at 42 inches. The Chairman then asked if anybody in the audience
cared to participate. Mr. Ira Schmidt commented that he was in favor of the proposed
change, his only concern was that 6 foot fences would not be allowed in the front yard.
The Secretary explained that under the present, changes would not be allowed. The
Chairman then declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Robert Lovelace moved to allow
the height of the Fences and Foliages in the side yards up to 72 inches and that such
Fence and Foliages be allowed to the front of the house or to the minimum front yard
setback whichever is further from the front property line and a suitable gate be pro-
vided with a minimum width of 3 feet leading into the side yard on each side of the
house. Mr. Tom Jackson seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CHANGE FILE #71-38: The Chairman declared the public hearing open.
The Secretary was asked to explain t e proposed comprehensive plan change. The Secretary
reported that the paln change was for the area bounded by Court on the north; Chase on
the east; Lewis on the south, and a bypass on the west. The Secretary further explained
that under the present plan, this area is mostly designated as average density residen-
tial with a few small pockets of commercial and a few small pockets of industrial . The
Secretary further explained that the proposed change would designate most of this area
as commercial and high density residential with the school site and its adjacent play-
ground remaining designated as open spaces. The Secretary also explained that the plan
would call for two additional right of ways from what presently exists. One would be
the extension of Park from Chase to Road 24, the other; Nixon from Road 24 to Road 28.
The Secretary also explained that the plan called for the Road 24 to intersect with West
Lewis Street and that a controlled intersection be established. Mr. Robert Lovelace
questioned the opening of Road 24 due to a recent court case and the advisability of
allowing traffic between Road 28 and Chase Street to enter onto Lewis. The Chairman asked
if anybody from the audience cared to participate. Nobody in the audience desired. The
Chairman declared the public hearing closed. Mrs. Barbara Olson moved that the Commission
recommend to the City Council a proposed compliance of plan changed as presented by the
Planning staff. Mrs. Bonnie Hart seconded. Mr. Oakley, Mrs. Hart, Mrs. Olson, and Mr.
Lincoln voted yes. Mr. Jeffers and Mr. Lovelace voted no. Mr. Jackson abstained.
There being no further business, the Chairman declared the hearing closed at 8:40 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Ben D. Rea, Secretary
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting November 11 , 1971
The regular meeting of the Pasco City Planning Commission was held on Thursday
November 11 , 1971 in the basement of the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 p.m.
The members present: The members absent:
Del Lincoln, Chairman G. E. Carter, Mayor
Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Thomas Jackson
Bonnie Hart A. J. Tate
Stuart Nelson Ralph Oakley
Donald Matson
Jeff Jeffers
Robert Lovelace
Also present: Ben D. Rea, Secretary; Floy B. Casey, 1704 N. Chase Avenue.
Minutes of the meeting held October 14, 1971 were approved as written.
NEW BUSINESS:
SHIP AVENUE VACATION FILE NO. 71-42
The Secretary was asked to point out the vacation requests on the map. The Secretary
reported the vacation request was for three separate parcels, (1 ) the alley in Block 29
of the Riverside Addition (2) Washington Avenue west of Ship Avenue (3) a small portion
of Ship Avenue near its southern terminus. The Secretary also presented a letter frau
Burlington Northern Railroad which owns the land abudding on the west stating that
Burlington Northern is not in favor of the vacation of Washington Avenue. The Secretary
also presented the Commission with a letter from Sandra R. Stanley, City Engineer stating
that the engineering staff was in agreement with the petition provided the alley and the
southerly half of Washington Avenue be retained as an easement for the construction,
repair and maintenance of public utilities and services. The Chairman then asked it any-
body in the audience wished to comment. Floy Casey commented that as owner of part of
the land, she and Mr. Zimmerman have no specific plans for the street or development of
the area. Miss Casey then gave a history of the area. She stated that the land to the
west has been used as a dump for car bodies and other materials and that people come down
to salvage these cars, kids come with guns to shoot at them and many undesirables have
been seen in the area. She further commented that there is much drinking, many bottles
and there has been two murders in the area. She stated that Washington Street was the
main access to this area. Concern was given to the possible extention of Washington
Street through to the west. It was pointed out that if this vacation on Washington Street
did occur, this would block such development, even though it was not presently compensated.
Mr. Donald Matson moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council a
vacation of the alley in Block 29 and that part of Ship Avenue as requested, and recommend
denial of Washington Avenue west of Ship Avenue. Mr. Matson also moved that the alley be
retained as an easement. The motion was seconded by Jeff Jeffers. Motion carried
unanimously.
SHORELINE MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES
The Secretary reported that the proposed guidelines had been distributed to the
Commission and that the State of Washington was soliciting all comments on these
guidelines either pro or con. After discussion of the procedural manners in
obtaining a permit, Mr. Stuart Nelson moved that the Planning Commission accept
guidelines as presented. Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded. Voting yes; Lincoln, Lovelace,
Matson, Nelson. Voting No; Olson. Abstaining; Jeffers, Hart.
TRAFFIC AT CHASE & COURT
Mrs. Matson presented a possible traffic hazard at the corner of Chase and Court. This
problem was with the northbound traffic on Chase when it crosses Court. He commented
that the northbound traffic is squeezed from two lanes to one lane with no warning. Mr.
Donald Matson then moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Engineer
that action be taken to eliminate the hazard. Stuart Nelson seconded. Motion carried
unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
P. &
Ben D. Rea, Secretary
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting December 16, 1971
The regular meeting of the Pasco City Planning Commission was held on Thursday,
December 16, 1971 in the basement of the Pasco City Hall at 8:00 p.m.
The members present: Absent:
Del Lincoln, Chairman Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman
Jeff Jeffers Bonnie Hart
Robert Lovelace Stuart Nelson
Donald Matson G. E. Carter, Mayor
Thomas Jackson Ralph Oakley
A. J. Tate
Also present: Richard B. German, Acting Secretary; Lee Richardson, Pasco Airport Authority;
A. D. Stanley, Engineer for Airport Authority; Jerry Eerkes, 722 W. 22nd, Kennewick; Don Cole
1811 W. 17th, Kennewick; B. E. Baugh, 4011 W. 2nd Ave. , Kennewick.
Minutes of the meeting held November 11 , 1971 were approved as written.
NEW BUSINESS
AIRPORT ZONING FILE NO. 71-02
The Chairman requested the Acting Secretary to review the file. The Secretary explained that
this was not a Public Hearing. The Secretary explained that the Pasco Port Authority wished
to present to the Planning Commission a proposed Airport Zoning District. The Secretary then
introduced Mr. A. D. Stanley, Consulting Engineer for the Pasco Port Authority, who explained
the proposed new Zoning District and map, to the Planning Commission. Mr. Stanley stated tha-
the present city and county Airport District Zones were out-dated. He stated that the pro-
posed Airport District Zone that he was presenting to the Planning Commission was merely a
direct copy of the Federal Aviation Regulations that apply to all airports in the United
States. Mr. Stanley further stated that the County Ordinance was identical to the City Ordi-
nance and that future annexations by the City would not necessitate a change in the City's
Ordinance. Mr. Stanley then gave specific examples at specific locations on the County Air-
port Zoning Map as to the height which objects could be constructed in the transition and
conical zones of the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Lee Richards, Airport Director for the Pasco
Port Authority stated that the proposed Airport Zoning District that they hoped the city woulc
set up for Public Hearing and adopt was to insure the protection of the Tri-City Airport now
and in the Airport and the proposed Ordinance was merely to insure the protection of that
investment and not be prohibited, however, to surrounding development. Motion was made by
Robert Lovelace and seconded by A. J. Tate that the Planning Commission set up a Public
Hearing on the matter of the adoption of the Airport Zoning District at the next regular
meeting in January.
ZONING ORDINANCE CHANGE-SIGN SHOPS
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The Acting Secretary explained to the Commission Members that the present Ordinance allowed
sign shops in the C-2 Zone and that sign shops as mentioned under that section referred to
printing shops and printing plants. It was suggested by the staff that the Planning Commi-
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sion study the aspect of possibly creating a new section in the C-1 zone that would allow
sign painters, silk screen sign maekrs and like uses to be permitted; the difference being
in the amount of noise being made by printing shops and printing plants being quite exces-
sive and belonging in the C-2 zone as they are now shown and that sign painters and silk
screen sign makers do not have that amount of noise and should be permitted in the C-1 zone.
The Secretary pointed out there were a few sign painters now in business in the City of
Pasco and they were in C-1 zones. As there was no specific proposed ordinance to present to
the Commission at this time, the Chairman tabled this matter to the next rugular meeting and
requested that the staff wirte proposed amendments to present to the Commission for study at
that time.
TRI-CITY TRANSMISSION SITE REVIEW
The Secretary explained that the Tri-City Transmission Shop, located on the corner of
Ainsworth and South 10th Avenue, wished to expand their present facility to include more bays
Presently the building is on a lot which fronts both on 10th and on to Ainsworth, it's a nar-
row lot with the front of the lot, which would actually be its narrowest side, on Ainsworth
and its widest side on 10th. They presently use 10th as ingress and egress to their facility
If the Planning Commission approved the site review it would be necessary for the individuals
to obtain a variance from the City of Pasco Board of Adjustment before they could build as
shown in their proposed plan. The Chairman asked if there was anyone present to speak for or
against this matter. There was no one present to speak on this matter. The chairman in-
structed the staff to send the letter to the Tri-City Transmission Shop informing them that
their proposed sight review had been postponed to the January meeting and that they would be
asked to attend and explain their proposal at that time.
TRI-CITY CAR WASH
The Secretary explained that the Tri-City Car Wash located on the corner of North Lucas and
West Lewis Street wished to move their present gasoline pumps from the back of their lot to
the front of their lot. The pumps are presently on the Northwest corner of the lot. They
would like to move the pumps directly to the South towards Lewis Street. They would not be
located any closer to Lucas Street than what they are now but they would be up in the front
of the lot to facilitate use by strictly gas customers coming in off Lewis Street. There
present location is such that they can only be used by people driving through the car wash.
Three gentlemen were present in the audience, one of which was the owner of the establish-
ment. They explained their proposed site plan to the Planning Commission. Don Matson moved
and Tom Jackson seconded approval of site review.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
Don Matson rAaised a question with the Planning Commission pertaining to the now existing
limited access on Lewis Street on the North side between Chase Street and Road 28. Mr.
Matson stated that in the past the limited access had been maintained. It was his opinion,
as this area had never developed and the frontage road never built, that he could no longer
deny access off Lewis Street between Chase and 28th anymore. He felt that people should be
allowed access along that route. The Chairman instructed the staff to review the aspects of
allowing access between Road 28 and Chase along Lewis. He asked the staff to present at the
next regular meeting the history pertaining to the limited access along that street and
possibility of where access might be allowed. Meeting was adjourned at 8:45.
Re�ct ull Sybmi,�tede
Ric and German, Acting Secretary
City Planning Commission