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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 1974.pdf CITY PLANNING COMMISSION 1 REGULAR MEETING January 10, 1974 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held January 10, 1974, at 8:17 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, Pasco City Hall, Pasco, Washington. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Dale Lincoln, Chairman Thomas Jackson Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Don Matson Jim Lisk Don Linton Stuart Nelson Also present: John Tucker of Spada Distributing The minutes of the previous meeting of December 14, 1973, were omitted and will be pre- sented at the next meeting. NORTH SECOND STREET VACATION This vacation is between Pearl and North Street. The staff recommendation was to vacate the street, but retain easements on the entire street. Speaking for the vacation was Mr, John Tucker of Spada Distributing. Mr. Tucker stated that the area would be fined off. He feel that this improvement would eliminate bur- glaries which are taking place in the area. Mr. Don Linton asked if this change would beautify the area. Mr.' Tucker stated that it would. A six foot fence would be installed up to the property line at Third Street. Barbara Olson recommended the vacation of the street providing that easements be retained. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. With there being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rda, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission 1 CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING February 14, 1974 The regular meeting of the City of Pasco Planning Commission was held February 14, 1974 at 8:15 p.m, in the City Council Chambers, Pasco City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Robert Orange Del Lincoln, Chairman Don Matson Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Jim Lisk Judy Griggs Tom Jackson Stuart Nelson Don Linton Due to the absence of the Chairman and Vice Chairman Don Matson was selected to act as Chairman for this meeting. The minutes from the previous meeting held December 13, 1973 and January 10, 1974, were accepted as presented. Mr. Don Linton made a motion to accept the minutes and Mr. Tom Jackson seconded the motion. The Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARINGS CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT The Secretary introduced the area that represents the Central Business District. He stated that the Planning Department wish to decrease the size of the Central Business District area. The Secretary stated that the Planning Department re- commends that Fire Zone 1 be decreased to the suggested C-2 boundaries. UP Mrs. Day asked if this would make fire insurance go/or down? Mr. Rea had no answer to that question. No correspondence was received on this proposed change of zone classification. With there being no further comments the Chairman declared the hearing closed. Mr. Jim Lisk made a motion recommending the approval of the proposed zone change and Fire Zone change as presented. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion,The motion carried. RIVIERIA TRAILER VILLAGE FIRST ADDITION FINAL PLAT The Secretary presented the plat requested for final approval. He also stated that the playground area now is smaller than the original plan, but is still legal with- in the codes. Speaking for this plat was Mr. Glen Hans!'ey. Mr. Hansey stated that plans are to develop this area in three phases, also at present there is no deline to develop this property. With there being no further comments the Chairman declared the hearing closed. Mr. Tomas Jackson recommended approval of the plat as presented. It was seconded by Mr. Robert Orange. The motion carried unanimously. Page 2 { City Planning Commission February 14, 1974 OLD BUSINESS TRUCK DISPATCHING The Secretary presented a letter from Mr. Gene Wright requesting that truck dispatching be allowed in the General Commercial C-2 Zone. After much discussion Mr. Jim Lisk moved that truck dispatching be allowed in a C-3 zone. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion failed. Mr. Jim Lisk then moved to allow truck dispatching as a conditional use in a C-3 zone. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. AGRICULTURAL USES (Commercial) The Secretary presented the staff proposal to allow commercial agricultural activities within the City. After discussion of the area involved Mr. Jim Lisk moved that agricultural uses (commercial) be allowed as a conditional use in R-1 and higher zones. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. With there being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9:36 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission 1 CITY PLANNING COMMISSION j REGULAR MEETING March 14, 1974 The regular meeting of the City of Pasco Planning Commission was held March 14, 1974, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, Pasco City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Donald Linton Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Stuart Nelson Thomas Jackson Robert Orange Jim Lisk Judith Grigg Don Matson Also present: Bill Calhoun from Yakima, Dolores Heinen and Cecil Washburn. After one correction in the minutes of February 14, 1974, they were approved. PUBLIC HEARINGS DAILY ZONE CHANGE LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3 The Chairman declared the hearing open. The Secretary introduced the area requested for a change of zone classification. Speaking for the zone change was Bill Calhoun, a Real Estate Broker from Yakima, Wash- ington. He stated that Mr. Daily was an experienced builder, and wanted to developed in the Tri-Cities. After further discussion Mrs. Barbara Olson recommended the change of zone from R-1 to R-3 on the requested property. CINCINNATI STREET/ALLEY VACATION The Secretary introduced the area in question in Frey's Addition. No utilities are in the area and none are contemplated At this time. Speaking for the street and alley vacation was Cecil Washburn. Mrs. Olson made a motion recommending the vacation of the street and two alleys. Mr. Tom Jackson seconded the motion the motion carried. OLD BUSINESS Selection of Ex-Officio member to serve on the Social Planning Commission. After some discussion on the duties of the Commission Mr. Jim Lisk voluntered. With there being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:36 p.m. Respectfully submitted, I Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco .City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION P REGULAR MEETING April 11 , 1974 The regular meeting of the City of Pasco Planning Commission was held April 11 , 1974, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall . MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Judith Grigg Don Matson Thomas Jackson Robert Orange Jim Lisk Don Linton The minutes from the meeting held March 14, 1974, were accepted as presented. PUBLIC HEARINGS LAWSON ZONE CHANGE The Secretary pointed out the area in question. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Paul Lawson. Mr. Lawson stated that he wanted the property rezoned for mobile homes. He had signatures from some of the people in the requested zone change area who had no objections to the proposed zone change. Also speaking for the proposed change was Mr. Van Doran of 604 South 25th. Mr. Van Doran had no objections to the request. Speaking against the zone change was Mr. Earl Warren. Mr. Warren stated that people are getting to close to his type of operation, which is excavation. Children playing on his equipment which he was afraid of and he can't babysit his equipment day and night. Mr. Warren had a petition with signatures opposing this requested zone change to High Density from people living in the area. After further discussion the hearing was declared closed. Mr. Jim Lisk wanted to see the property in the day before making his decision. At this point Mr. Lawson wanted to know what was the Planning Commission's view of his request. Mr. Stuart Nelson made to deny the requested zone change at this time. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. OLSON ZONE CHANGE Postpone until May 9, 1974. No representative was present. KELTCH SUBDIVISION The Secretary presented two (2) proposed plats for consideration with the recommendation that Alternative 2 be adopted provided that Lot 6 be retained for roadway purposes and that a park not be included in the subdivision. After further discussion Mr. Tom Jackson made a motion to accept Alternative 2 with the recommendation of the Planning Department. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. Page 2 City Planning Commission April 11 , 1974 1 THORNBURG ZONE CHANGE The Secretary pointed out the area in question. Speaking for the zone change was the Thornburg's attorney Ed McKinley. Mr. McKinley stated that the present owner is selling the business, which is Trailer Homes. The buyer plans to continue selling Mobile Homes from the property. He also stated it was necessary for the Commission to recommend approval of the zone change. Mr. Stuart Nelson wanted tor;know why the Planning Department recommended denial of the requested zone change. The Secretary stated that the other uses in a C-3 zone might not be a proper use in the area. Mr. Stuart Nelson recommended the approval of the requested zone change. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. ERWIN ZONE CHANGE. The Secretary pointed out the area in question. Speaking for the zone change was Mrs. Erwin. She would like for this property to be rezoned for a house for people to live. This property has been Vacent for 1-1/2 year. Mr. Don Linton asked if this change would effect the other portion of this property? The answer was no. After further discussion Mr. Stuart Nelson recommended approval of the zone change request. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. DAILY ZONE CHANGE This zone change was approved in the March 14, 1974 meeting. The City Council sent it back to the Planning Commission. Chairman Lincoln had some comments. He stated that the Commission had made their de- cisim and it was up to the City Council to act now. STREET PLAN N/E PASCO the The Secretary presented a proposed Street Plan for/North/East Pasco area. The Secretary stated in this plan streets will be designated to remain open. The Secretary further stated that proposed streets not designated to remain open would not be vacated without the necessary petition from the adjoining property owners. Mr. Thomas Jackson made a motion to adopt the Street Plan for North East Pasco. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:27 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary CITY PLANNING COMMISSION I REGULAR MEETING May 9, 1974 The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held May 9, 1974, at 8:04 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall , Pasco, Washington. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Don Linton Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Stuart Nelson Jim Lisk Tom Jackson Robert Orange E. A. Snider Judith Grigg The minutes from the meeting of April 11 , 1974, were approved as presented. Also present were Bill McCue, Cliff Olson, Abby Kidwell , and Thomas Kidwell . PUBLIC HEARINGS OLSON ZONE CHANGE C-1 to C-3 The Secretary pointed out the area in question. Speaking for the zone change was Cliff Olson. Mr. Olson stated that Pasco Electric was interested in moving on the property. He told the Commission that construction would start in about a year and a half. Mrs. Olson made a motion recommending approval of the requested zone change, with the stipulation that construction must start within a year of revert back to the C-1 zoning. Mr. Thomas Jacksm seconded the motion. The motion carried. KIDWELL ZONE CHANGE The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Thomas Kidwell . Mr. Kidwell stated that the property need to be rezoned to get the best use of the property. Before the building was bought it was used for a repair shop and cars were parked on the outside of the building. Now campers are being sold from the inside. Mrs. Abby Kidwell felt that this building would inhance Pasco and bring in revenue. She also felt that a C-3 zoning would not be best for this property. After further discussion the hearing was declared closed. Mrs. Olson made a motion to deny the requested zone change. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried with Mr. E. A. Snider::opposing. Page 2 May 9, 1974 Planning Commission Minutes VILLA GRANDE PRELIMINARY PLAT The Secretary pointed out the area, and told the Commission at the present time or as presented the request does not qualify for adequate access. Speaking for the Plat was Bill McCue of McCue and Associates. He was representing the developer. After much discussion Mrs. Barbara Olson made a motion recommending that the Preliminary Plat be tabled until May 23, 1974. Mr. E. A. Snider seconded the motion. The motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:34 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING May 23, 1974 A special meeting of the City Planning Commission was held May 23, 1974, at 8:03 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall . MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Del Lincoln, Chairman Thomas Jackson Judith Grigg E. A. Snider Jim Lisk Don Linton Robert Orange Stuart Nelson This being a special 'meeting no minutes were presented. Also present were Mrs. Virginia Miazga, Bill McCue and Wayne Burke PUBLIC HEARING VILLA GRANDE PRELIMINARY PLAT The Secretary pointed out the area in question. Stating that this is the third revised preliminary plat. Also that the staff and developers had met and discussed the revised preliminary. The Health Department also approved this plat provided water and sewer are provided. The PUD requested to foot easements along the south boundary. Wayne Burke stated this would be not problem. Mr. Burke stated the sooner development can get underway the better, but due to shortage of materials it is hard to say when construction will start. Mr. Stuart Nelson made a motion recommending approval and that the Secretary would write a letter to the City Council concerning righ-of-way for streets and lot depths. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D.Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission 1 CITY PLANNING COMMISSION i REGULAR MEETING June 13, 1974 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held June 13, 1974, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall . MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Don Linton Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman E. A. Snider Judith Grigg Jim Lisk Robert Orange Stuart Nelson Thomas Jackson The minutes from the regular meeting of May 9, 1974, and the special meeting of May 23, 1974.were approved as presented. PUBLIC HEARINGS KELTCH FINAL PLAT The Secretary distributed the final plat to the Commissioners, and stated that the Planning Department recommended adoption of this plat. The Chairman asked if there were any comments for or against the plat? No one was present to speak for or against it. The Chairman declared the hearing closed. i Mrs. Olson asked why no one was present to speak for the plat? The Secretary stated that the plat was the same presented before and Mr. Keltch indicated that he would be at the meeting tonight. Mrs. Olson made a motion to approve the final plat. Mrs. Judith Grigg seconded the motion. The motion carried. AMEREX ZONE CHANGE FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3 The Secretary stated that the request is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. Hank Hanson who is the president of this corporation stated that they plan to construct a four-ples on the property. The construction would get underway right away. Mrs. Olson recomended that the commission recommend to the City Council the change of zone classification from R-1 to R-3. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. ALLEY VACATION BLOCK 145 PASCO LAND COMPANY'S FIRST ADDITION The Secretary stated that the City recieved a petition to vacate the north-south alley of Block 145. Mr. Gene Wright spoke for the vacation. He stated that the property would be used for a Excavation Company for Kenneth Higley Construction who are the purchasers of the property. Mrs. Judith Grigg made a motion recommending the vacation of the alley. Mr. Thomas Page 2 Planning Commission Minutes j June 13, 1974 Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried. NEW BUSINESS STREET RENAMING COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE Mrs. Barbara Olson volunteered to be the Planning Committee's representative to the Street Renaming Committee. SIX YEAR STREET CONSTRUCTION The Secretary review the program page by page more or less a summary. Mrs. Barbara Olson made a motion to accept the Six Year Street Program as presented by the City Engineer. Mr. Stuart Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried. With there being no further the meeting was adjourned at 8:38 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING July 25, 1974 A special meeting of the Planning Commission was held July 25, 1974, due to a lack of a quorum on July ll , 1974. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman E. A. Snider Judith Grigg Stuart Nelson Thomas Jackson Robert Orange Jim Lisk Don Linton The minutes from the previous meeting of June 13, 1974, were approved as written. PUBLIC HEARINGS KRINGER ZONE CHANGE MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-2 TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL C-3 The Secretary pointed out the area in question. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Kringer. He stated that the property as it is presently zoned was not suitable for residential use because there is a body shop in the area. He would like to put a storage building on the property he has requested torbe rezoned. No spoke against the zone change request. Mr. E. A. Snider made a motion recommending approval of the request. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. OUR LADY OF LOURDES ZONE CHANGE FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO RETAIL COMMERCIAL C-1 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a change of zone. The property is located at the north east corner of Arthur and Park. The area is presently used as a parking lot. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Gene Davis. He stated that the present idea is to build a four unit medical center close to the hospital , and that there will be adequate parking space for the building. Mr. Crain Bergdahl spoke for the zone change also. He is the hospital attorney. He stated that Dr. Mayuga is purchasing the property. A map was displayed showing the area requested for the zone change. Mr. Haley spoke for the change also. He stated that there i� a shortage of doctors in Pasco. He thinks that this building will attract more doctors since it is close to the hospital . Mr. Don Linton made comments at this point stating that he should praise the people involved in this project and this is much needed. Mr. Stuart Nelson made a motion recommending approval of the zone change. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. Page 2 Planntng Commission Minutes July 25, 1974 i NELSON - HANER ZONE CHANGE L014 DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-1 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3 The Secretary pointed out the area in question. there Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Marvin Nelson. He feels that/is a need for more' mobile homes for Pasco. Mrs. Edna Nelson spoke for the change also. No one spoke against the zone change. Mr. John Sawyer spoke for the zone change also. At the present time there is no place to place mobile homes with the influx of people expected in the next two years. Space for approximately 147 mobile homes is expected. Mr. Stuart Nelson made a motion recommending approval of the zone change. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. LAWSON ZONE CHANGE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL I-1 TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-3 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. He stated that earlier this year the Commission denied the request since that time Mr. Lawson revised the zone change request. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Paul Lawson. Mr. Lawson had some photos of the . area requested or what the property will look like when it is completed that is if the commission approve his request. His plans are to use the area for a mobile home park or subdivision. He also stated that at the present time there is a housing shortage in Pasco. Speaking against the zone change was Mr. Earl Warren. Mr. Warren had a petition with names of people opposing the request. He stated that he started an excavation business on 9th Street and operated from year to year on a City Business License with the understanding that when his business got to large he would have to relocate. In 1963 his business got to large and moved to his present location. Now in his present location and business he feels if Mr'. Lawson placed a mobile home in the area requested his machinery would be attracted to children. He stated that he isn't against Lawson request, but is against children and dogs in the area. Mr. Russell Poitras of 609 South 25th spoke against the zone change. When he moved into the area he didn't expect more people moving in. Mr. Jim Flemming spoke against the zone change. He feels that a mobile home park should not have a few mobile homes here and there. Mrs. Earl Warren stated that children are her main concern ant at the present time she looks after the equipment, but if the mobile home park is approved she would have to stay at home 24 hours a day to look after the equipment. Mr. E. A. Snider stated it is hard to understand why someone want to deny someone else the same privilege-. Mr. Warren stated that people using his yard as a place to turn around and this he just don't want at all . Mr. Stuart Nelson made a motion recommending that the request be approved. Mr. E. A Snider seconded the motion. The motion carried. Page 3 Planning Commission Minutes July 25, 1974 1 OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS This was presented by the Secretary. He stated that for each four piex and larger unit more parking space should be required. The increase would be to two (2) spaces per dwelling unit. Mr. Robert Orange made a motion recommending approval of the request. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. OPEN SPACE IN HIGH DENSITY AREAS The Secretary presented a concept to require 300 square feet of open grassed area in four-plexes or larger units. Mr. Stuart Nelson made armotion to deny the request. The motion died from the lack of a motion. Mr. Don Lingon made a motion to recommend that the Planning Commission approve the request. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. URBAN RENEWAL STREETS & ALLEY VACATION The Secretary pointed out the area in _questi.on. After some discussion Jim Lisk made a motion recommending that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council that the streets and alleys be vacated as provided in Resolution No. 955. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:24 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING August 8, 1974 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held August 8, 1974, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall . MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman E. A. Snider Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Stuart Nelson Jim Lisk Don Linton Thomas Jackson Judith Grigg Robert Orange The minutes from the special meeting held July 25, 1974, were approved as presented . PUBLIC HEARING MONARD CREDIT UNION ZONE CHANGE R-1 TO R-3 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a change of zone classification. He also stated that there were some indications that some of the people in the area of the zone change request were not notified of the change. He had received some calls indicating that these people were very much interested in the zone change request. The people that called were not on the mailing list in which we notify these of the change. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. William Ulinj'. He stated that`;they purchased the property three year ago. The new building is planned to be one story with a full basement. At the present location the space is very limited. He feels that the building would be an asset to the area. No one was present to speak against the zone change request. Chairman Lincoln made some comments on the zone change request. He stated that the location was ideal for the building. With no further comments the hearing was declared closed by the Chairman. Mrs. Barbara Olson made a motion recommending the approval of the requested zone change and Mrs. Judith Grigg seconded the motion. The motion carried. NEW BUSINESS STREET RENAMING The Vice Chairman Barbara Olson gave a brief summary on what the street renaming committee is doing. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco -City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING September 12, 1974 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held September 12, 1974, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall. MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Donald Linton Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Stuart Nelson Thomas Jackson E. A. Snider Judith Grigg Robert Orange Jim Lisk The minutes from the previous meeting were omitted. PUBLIC HEARING LOHSE ZONE CHANGE R-3 to C-1 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a change of zone classification. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Frank Lohse. Mr. Lohse stated that the request is made so that a gas storage tank can be put into the ground, due to the gas shortage this gas will serve trucks which are called out after hours. This is at the Pacific Northwest Bell Maintenance Shop on Third Street. A six foot high fence is around the area which is requested for a zone change. Mrs. Judith Grigg made a motion recommending that the Planning Commission approve the zone change request. Mrs. Barbara Olson seconded the motion. The motion carried. NEW BUSINESS LIMITED ACCESS ON WEST LEWIS STREET The Secretary pointed out the area, and stated that this request is coming from the National Bank of Commerce. The Chairman made some comments on the previous decision of the Planning Commission. Speaking for the request=was Mr. Bud Levan. Mr. Levan stated that the property was purchased in 1955 or 1956. He feels that because of the limited access on Lewis Street many businesses went to Kennewick and Richland, and there is no question in his mind that once this limited access is removed more businesses will come into Pasco. He further stated that he has wainted long enough for this to be removed. Also speaking for the request was Mr. Tom Hargest. Mr. Hargest stated that the limited access will be detrimental to the area, and he has been observing the area a long time. He also stated that this area have a great potential. After further discussion Mrs. Olson made a motion recommending to the City Council urging them with the utmost urgency to implement the plan at Road 24, and put in stop lights, frontage roads and then initiate an L.I.D. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. Page 2 City Planning Commission Minutes September 12, 1974 The Secretary presented a request from the City Council as to the Planning Commission interpretation of PMC 22.88.010. The Planning Commission after reviewing the Section moved that three-fourths was three-fourths of the entire Council not merely the Councilmen present at any given meeting. Mrs. Barbara Olson made a motion recommending this to the City Council. Mrs. Judith Grigg seconded the motion. The motion carried. LANDSCAPING The Secretary present the request from the City Council 3s to the Planning Commission interpretation of the word landscaping. After a short descission the Planning moved to hold this for further study. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission I CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING October 10, 1974 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held October 10, 1974, at 8:07 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall . MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Del Lincoln, Chairman Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman E. A. Snider Don Linton Thomas Jackson Stuart Nelson Robert Orange Judith Grigg Jim Lisk The minutes fran the meeting held August 8, 1974, were approved as presented. The minutes from the meeting held September 12, 1974, were approved after one correction. The correction was in reference to the Limited Access on Lewis Street. Mrs. Barbara Olson made a motion recommending that temporary roads be put in and as business develop put in what is needed. PUBLIC HEARINGS ECKER ZONE CHANGE R-1 TO I-1 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a change of zone classification. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Ralph Ecker. Mr. Ecker stated that he ownes the property requested for a zone change. The Chairman asked if the property did not develop in a year would the purchases have any objection to this. The Purchaser said no, he could not see any problems at this time. Mr. Jim Lisk made a motion recommending that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council that the property be rezoned from C-1 to I-1 , and if the property isn't developed within one year the property would revert back to the original zoning. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried. STROUD PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION The Secretary stated that the request is unusual because it is an annexation request and a preliminary subdivision. The Health Department recommended approval of the request. After some discussion Mr. Robert Orange made a motion recommending approval of the Preliminary Subdivision and the Annexation. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. Page 2 City Planning Commission Minutes October 10, 1974 NEW BUSINESS Street and Alley Vacation The Secretary stated that this vacation will be in conformance with the north-east Pasco Street Plan. Mr. E. A. Snider made a motion recommending this street and alley vacation. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried. URBAN RENEWAL ALLEY VACATION The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a vacation. After some discussion Mr. Jim Lisk made a motion recommending approval of the request as recommended and as provided in Resolution No. 959. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. MINI PARK FUNDING The Secretary stated that in for the City to receive some funding to develop a Mini Park in downtown Pasco a recommendation would have to come from the Planning Commission to change the Comprehensive Plan. The park will be in the area of the Title & Trust Building. After some discussion Mr. E. A. Snider made a motion that the Planning Commission endorse the Mini Park concept in its proposed location. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:49 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING November 14, 1974 The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was held November 14, 1974, at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall . MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Barbara Olson, Vice Chairman Del Lincoln, Chairman Jim Lisk Stuart Nelson Donald Linton Judith Grigg E. A. Snider Thomas Jackson Robert Orange Vice Chairman Barbara Olson chaired the meeting in the absence of Chairman Del Lincoln. The minutes from the previous meeting were approved as presented. PUBLIC HEARINGS CLARK ZONE CHANGE R-1 TO C-3 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. No one was present to speak for the zone change. Vice Chairman Olson tabled the request. DIEMOND ZONE CHANGE C-1 TO C-3 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a change of zone classification. He stated no correspondence was received. Speaking for the zone change was Louis Diemond. He stated that the change would be a big improvement to the area. The area in question is behind the Sherwood & Roberts building. It will be used for additional trailer sales space. No one spoke against the request. Mr. Thomas Jackson made a motion recommending approval of the zone change to the City Council . Mr. E. A. Snider seconded the motion. The motion carried. CLARK ZONE CHANGE R-1 TO C-3 Speaking for the zone change was Mr. John Clark. The proposed building to go on the property will require a commercial zoning. Hopefully this will be done within six months, but most d6finitely within a year. The building will be a farm equipment building. After further discussion Mr. E. A. Snider made a motion recommending approval of the request to the City Council. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. Page 2 Planning Commission Minutes I November 14, 1974 SIDEL ZONE CHANGE R-1 TO R-3 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Ronald Wilson. Mr. Wilson stated the area will be developed into a mobile home development. Mr. Quentin Siedel also spoke for the zone change. Mr. E. A. Snider asked when will development start? Mr. Wilson answered by saying it would start by spring. Mr. Snider then asked if this will be an orderly development? Mr. Wilson stated yes. After further discussion Mr. Jim Lisk made a motion recommending approval of the request. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried. TIPPETT ZONE CHANGE R-1 TO I-1 The Secretary pointed out the area requested for a zone change. He stated he did receive correspondence noting approval of the request. The area requested for a change of zone will be used for a truck stop. Speaking for the zone change was Mr. Bob Tippett. Sid Davidson plans to develop the property into a Truck Stop. He stated that he must get the property rezoned before the property can be developed. Mr. Davidson feels that Pasco really needs a major truck stop. Development will start as soon as possible hopefully after the first of the year. Mr. Jim Lisk made a motion recommending approval of the requested zone change. Mr. Robert Orange seconded the motion. The motion carried. MERIDIAN STREET VACATION The secretary had a petition requesting the vacation. Speaking for the request was Mrs. Grohs. She stated that since 1965 the City Building Codes has changed. They would like to build more on to their house. In order to do this they need extra footing before it would meet code. Mr. Robert Orange made a motion recommending -the vacation to the City Council . Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. SHORT PLAT ORDINANCE The Secretary stated that legislature recently adopted a law called a Short Plats Law. He also went over the proposed ordinance with the Planning Commission . Mr. Thomas Jackson made a motion recommending to the City Council the adoption of the Short Plat Ordinance. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The motion carried. Page 3 Planning Commission Minutes November 14, 1974 STREET NAME KIDWELL STREET This is in reference to the new street Mr. Thomas Kidwell constructed from North Arthur to North Fourth. The staff suggested that the Street be called Empire Drive. After some discussion Mr. E. A. Snider made a motion recommending that the street be named Empire Drive. Mr. Thomas Jackson seconded the motion. The motion carried. 21st Avenue SPROUSE ADDITION The Secretary explained the request. After some discussion Mr. E. A. Snider made a motion recommending Sprouse be renamed to 21st Avenue. Mr. Jim Lisk seconded the motion. The 'motion carried. COMPREHENSIVE PARKING PLAN - CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT After some discussion Mr. Jim Lisk made a motion recommending adopting of the Comprehensive Parking Plan for the Central Business District. Mr. E. A. Snider seconded the motion. The motion carried. With there being no further business the meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ben D. Rea, Secretary Pasco City Planning Commission