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Home My WebLink About2021.10.25 Council Minutes Ciry�� d5�� I��I�it��jt�}r� MINUTES City Council Workshop Meeting 7:10 PM - Monday, October 25, 2021 City Council Chambers & GoToWebinar CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:07 PM by Saul Martinez, Mayor. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present: Ruben Alvarado, Blanche Barajas, Craig Maloney, Saul Martinez, David Milne, Zahra Roach, and Pete Serrano. Staff present: Adam Lincoln, Deputy City Manager; Colleen Chapin, Human Resources Director; Eric Ferguson, City Attorney; Bob Gear, Fire Chief; Zach Ratkai, Administrative & Community Services Director; Ken Roske, Police Chief; Richa Sigdel, Finance Director; Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director; Steve Worley, Public Works Director; and Debby Barham, City Clerk. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION Pasco Public Facilities District Board Update on Pending Ballot Issue Mr. Ratkai introduced the Pasco Public Facilities District Board (PPFD) members, which included President Mark Morrissette, Secretary/Treasurer Caroline Bowdish and Board members Spencer Jilek and Leonard Dietrich;Vice President Marie Gillespie was unable to attend the meeting. Mr. Ratkai provided an brief history of the PPFD and their analysis of determining if the construction of an aquatic facility within the City of Pasco was feasible. PPFD Board President Morrissette provided an update regarding a pending Ballot Issue for an aquatic facility in Pasco. He provided details Page 1 of 4 of the projected costs and revenue sourees for th� aquatic facility, as well as the anticipated on-going operations needs and job creation if the facility was opened. He stated that the PPFD Board is planning on placing the PPFD Aquatic Facility ballot issue on the February 3, 2022, Franklin County Elections Ballot. Mr. Maloney commented on the proposed aquatic facility and expressed continued support for the project. Mr. Serrano asked if there was a possibility to construct Phase 2, which includes a competition pool, sooner than currently anticipated. Mr. Alvarado asked how the cost projections were developed and were they based on the recent years' sales tax revenue. Mayor Martinez expressed support for the aquatic facility. He asked if the City of Pasco's sales tax be finro-tenths of one-percent higher than the Cities of Kennewick and Richland. 2022 Legislative Priorities Mr. Lincoln introduced Governmental Affairs Consultant Holly Cocci with Gordon Thomas Honeywell Governmental Affairs who provided an overview of the 2022 Washington State Legislative Session and the City of Pasco legislative priorities. Council, Ms. Cocci and staff briefly discussed the proposed legislative priorities. Mr. Serrano made a suggestion to amend the Public Safety and Land Use priority. He asked for clarity on the last item regarding Social Justice; he stated he was opposed to it as it was currently written. Mr. Maloney favored keeping the Mental Health legislative priority generalized and not imposing a possible tax. Mr. Milne and Mr. Serrano also favored keeping the Mental Health legislative priority generalized. Resolution - Sponsorship Agreement for Utility Box Wraps with STCU Ms. Pashon provided a brief overview of the proposed Sponsorship Agreement with the Spokane Teacher's Credit Union (STCU) for artwork wrapped around utility boxes within the City. Council and staff briefly discussed the proposed art program and the possibility expanding the program with other entities such as property developers. Page 2 of 4 Lewis Sfreet �orridor Update by Mckay Sposito Mr. Worley introduced Senior Civil Engineer Jon Padvorac and Mackay Sposito's Senior Project Manager Jason Irving who provided an update on the Lewis Street Corridor project. Alma Villegas, the Public Engagement Lead for this project, provided an update on the results of the public's preferred improvements for the Lewis Street corridor, as well as their key concerns during the construction of the improvements to the corridor. Council and staff reviewed the proposed options for the Lewis Street corridor and there is a need to accommodate the business owners need for additional sidewalk area and an amended version of Option 2 appeared to be Council's preferred option. Mr. Lincoln suggested that with the feedback provided by Council, staff will review it and determine if there is another option that would be viable. Transportation System Master Plan Mr. White introduced DSK Associates Project Manager Carl Springer who provided an update of the City's Transportation System Master Plan. Intent for Annexation - Lamb 5 LLC (ANX 2021-007) Mr. White stated that Lamb 5 LLC, owner of property located at the northwest comer of Court Street and Road 68, is petitioning to be annexed into the City of Pasco. He stated that there may be additional property adjacent to this property that may be included in this annexation and a Public Meeting with the landowners will be scheduled for the first meeting in January 2022. Intent for Annexation - Thanksgiving Partnership (ANX 2021-002� Mr. White stated that Thanksgiving Partnership, owner of property located located east of North Capitol Avenue approximately 1,400 feet south of Foster Wells Road, is petitioning to be annexed into the City of Pasco. The Resolution setting the public meeting will come back for Council's approval at their next regular meeting. Resolutions - PWRF Embankment Repair CO No. 5 for Quantity Adjustments/Reconciliation & Project Closeout Mr. Worley provided a brief review of the Process Water Reuse Facility (PWRF) break noting that as the repair was underway, additional damage was uncovered. Public Works Construction Manager Kent McCue reported on needed project adjustments, reconciliation and project closeout. Page 3 of 4 City Wide Phone System Upgrade Mr. Lincoln provided a brief report on the proposed City-wide phone system upgrade and if approved by Council, the phone transfers will begin in January 2022. Resolution -Street Name Revision: Madison Park Phase 7 Mr. White explained a street naming error was made when the final plat for Madison Park Phase 7 was recorded with Franklin County and the proposed resolution will correct that error and is needed for emergency agencies when responding to emergency calls within that subdivision. MISCELLANEOUS COUNCIL DISCUSSION Mr. Lincoln reminded Council that their next finro meetings, scheduled for November 1 and November 8 will start at 6:00 PM. Mr. Ratkai announced the City's Annual Trunk or Treat is scheduled for Saturday, October 30, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Mayor Pro Tem Barajas announced the next Coffee with a Cop was scheduled for Wednesday, October 27. Mayor Martinez shared his condolences to Mr. Zabell and his family for the recent loss with their family. EXECUTIVE SESSION Council adjourned into Executive Session at 9:45 PM for 15 minutes to discuss with legal counsel about current or potential litigation, per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i}with the City Manager, Deputy City Manager and the City Attorney. Mayor Martinez called the meeting back to order at 10:03 PM. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:03 PM. PASSED and APPROVED this (S�day of ��w��j�,� , 20�. APPROVED: ATTEST: G� �--�_ Saul Martinez, Mayor Debra Barham, City Clerk Page 4 of 4