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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021.12.06 Council Minutes ��x�y ��: � ���� ���as�ington MINUTES City Council Regular Meeting 7:00 PM - Monday, December 6, 2021 City Council Chambers & GoToWebinar CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 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: Dave Zabell, City Manager; 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 Tierra Vida Boy Scout Troop No. 100 leading the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Meeting Minutes To approve the minutes of the Pasco City Council Special Workshop and Regular Meeting held on November 15, 2021, Special Meeting and Regular Workshop held on November 22,2021, and Special Meeting held on December 3, 2021. Bills and Communications To approve claims in the total amount of $7,005,030.18 ($5,454,781.34 in Check Nos. 245064-245449; $654,978.00 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 833598-833607, 833611-833621, 833631-833652, 833656-833726, 833732-833786, 833794-833814, 833816-833908, 833943-833944; Page 1 of 8 $8,103.84 in Check Nos. 53793-53798; $887167.00 in Electronic Transfer Nos. 30168374-30168908). Ordinances -Establish American Rescue Plan Act(ARPA) Fund and Budget Supplement To adopt Ordinance No.4565, establishing a special revenue fund for the receipt and permitted use of the American Rescue Plan Act funds, create PMC Chapter 3.143 "ARPA Fund," and further, authorize publication by summary only. To adopt Ordinance No. 4564, amending the 2021-2022 Biennial Operation Budget of the City of Pasco, Washington by providing supplement thereto; to provide additional appropriation in the City's General Fund and American Rescue Plan Act Fund for American Rescue Plan Act Grant related activity, and further, authorize publication by summary only. Resolutions -Amendment of Agreements for American Rescue Plan Act Grants To approve Resolution No. 4127, approving an amendment to the agreement with the Basin Disposal Inc. of Franklin County, a Washington State utility provider, for the Utility Assistance Program with American Rescue Plan Act funds. To approve Resolution No. 4128, approving an amendment to the agreement with the Public Utility District No. 1 of Franklin County, a Washington State utility provider, for the Utility Assistance Program with American Rescue Plan Act funds. To approve Resolution No. 4129, approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with the Pasco Chamber of Commerce, a Washington State Non-Profit Corporation, for the Business Support Program with American Rescue Plan Act funds. December 2021 Council Meeting Cancellations To approve the cancellation of the December 13 and 27 Council Workshop Meetings and December 20 Council Regular Meeting. Historic Preservation Commission Appointment & Reappointment �o confirm the Mayor°s reappointment of Marilynn Baker to Positior� No.3 with a term from August 2, 2021 to August 1, 2024, and the appointment Page 2 of 8 of Darlene Sarte to Position No. 4 with a term from December 6, 2021 to August 1, 2024, on the Historic Preservation Commission. Parks 8� Recreation Advisory Board Appointment To confirm the Mayor's appointment of Shane Arnott to Position No. 2 on the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, from December 6, 2021 to February 2, 2023. Franklin County Mosquito Control District Board of T�ustees Reappointment To confirm Mayor Martinez's reappointment of Stephen Boothe to represent the City of Pasco on the Franklin County Mosquito Control District Board of Trustees from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2023. (RC) MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Barajas moved to approve the Consent Agenda as read. Mr. Alvarado. Motion carried unanimously by Roll Call vote. OATHS OF OFFICE - COUNCILMEMBERS Judge Stilwill administered the Oaths of Office of Councilmember to the recently re-elected Councilmembers Blanche Barajas, Pete Serrano, Craig Maloney and newly elected Councilmember Nikki Torres. RECOGNITION OF MAYOR MARTINEZ SERVICE TO THE CITY OF PASCO City Manager Zabell presented Mayor Martinez a plaque and key to the City of Pasco for his 11 plus years of service to the City of Pasco. Mayor Martinez reflected on his tenure serving on Council and as its Mayor for the past two years. He encouraged others, who have the heart for service, to join the City Council or a City board or commission of their choice. Mr. Samuel Martinez, Mayor Martinez's son, expressed appreciation for the leadership his father has continually exhibited within the family and community. RECESS Mayor called a recess at 7:28 PM until 7:45 PM at which time the meeting reconvened. Page 3 of 8 ORDINANCE CONFIRMING REAPPOINTMENT OF PASCO MUNICIPAL JUDGE Mr. Zabell provided a brief review of Judge Stilwill's initial appointment and recommended that Council confirm his reappointment for another four years. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Barajas moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4566, confirming the City Manager's reappointment of Craig Stilwill as Municipal Court Judge, affixing the compensation of the Municipal Court Judge and Judge Pro Tem, and Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Personal Services Agreement for Judge Stilwill's Judicial Services. Mr. Milne seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Martinez administered the Oath of Office of Municipal Judge to Craig Stilwill.Motion carried unanimously VISITORS -OTHER THAN AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Damien Davis, Franklin County Historical Society & Museum Executive Director, expressed appreciation to the City of Pasco for supporting the Historical Society & Museum through the Lodging Tax funding award. He also invited Council to come to an open house scheduled for Saturday, December 11, 2021 at#he Museum from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. Mr. Ryan Brault, Boy Scout Troop No. 100 Leader, expressed appreciation to the City Council for providing the opportunity to have Troop No. 100 lead the Pledge of Allegiance at the opening of the meeting. He also expressed appreciation to Councilmember Alvarado for his leadership to the community, as well as his friendship as a neighbor. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES ANDlOR OFFICERS Verbal Reports from Councilmembers Mr. Milne commented on the Winter Fest movies he participated in that were held on Saturday, December 4, 2021. He attended the Pasco Chamber of Commerce meeting earlier in the day where he hear guest speaker Michelle Whitney speak about the Pasco School District. Mayor Martinez commented on the City's Christmas Tree Lighting event held Friday, December 3, 2021. Motion carried unanimously Page 4 of 8 2021-2022 Biennium Financial Update Ms. Sigdel reported the third quarter financial update,which also included the month of November 2021. HEARINGS AND COUNCIL ACTION ON ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS RELATING THERETO Public Meeting � Resolution - Accepting a Notice of Intent for Port of Pasco - Reimann Industrial Center Annexation (ANX 2021-006) Mr. Zabell provided a brief report on the Port of Pasco's intent to annex into the City of Pasco. Mayor Martinez asked if there was anyone to speak for or against the proposed intent to annex into the City and no one responded to his question. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Barajas moved to approve Resolution No.4130, accepting a notice of intent to commence annexation proceedings for the Reimann Industrial Center annexation, providing a determination on the boundary to be annexed, and whether simultaneous zoning and the assumption of bonded indebtedness will be required. Mr. Alvarado seconded. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS NOT RELATING TO HEARINGS Resolution/Ordinance - Pasco Public Facilities District Grant Mr. Zabell provided a brief history of the Pasco Public Facilities District (PPFD) and explained the purpose of the proposed grant to the PPFD. Mr. Serrano asked where the PPFD deficit came from and Mr. Zabell confirmed it was due to consultant costs related to additional analysis for a proposed ballot issue. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Barajas moved to approve Resolution No. 4131, approving a grant to the Pasco Public Facilities District for$60,000 for continued operations. Mr. Serrano seconded. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Barajas moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4567, amending the 2021-2022 Biennial Budget of the City of Pasco by providing supplement thereto; to provide operational support to Pasco Public Facilities District from its General Fund. Ms. Roach seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Page5of8 Resolution - Interfund Loan Extension Ms. Sigdel provided a brief update to the interfund loan for the Marina Fund. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Barajas moved to approve Resolution No. 4132, amending an interfund loan from the General Fund to the Marina Fund authorized by Resolution No. 3922. Mr. Maloney seconded. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce American Rescue Plan Act Funding Request Ms. Sigdel provided a summary of the request from the Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (TCHCC) to continue the pop-up clinics for administrating COVID-19 vaccinations within the community. Mr. Martin Valadez, TCHCC Executive Director, Council and staff briefly discussed the pop-up clinics for COVID-19 vaccinations both initial shots and booster shots, as well as the incentive offered for initial shots. Council concurred to support the pop-up clinics, administered by TCHCC, moving forward and finalizing an agreement with TCHCC. The proposed agreement will be brought back to Council for action in January 2022. Disposition of Ad Hoc Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Commission Mr. Zabell provided a brief history of the Inclusion, Diversity & Equity Commission (IDEC), an ad hoc commission created in February 2018 and he listed the IDEC's accomplishments to date. He noted that Council has extended this ad hoc commission finro times since its inception and at this juncture, staff is seeking Council direction for this ad hoc commission. Mr. Zabell provided options available to Council for the IDEC, which included: continuing the IDEC "as is"for another year or two; codify it as a standing advisory commission; incorporate or combine its functions within another existing board or commission; pause the IDEC until the completion of the Strategic Equity Plan; or disband the IDEC now and await the outcome of the Strategic Equity Plan. Council and staff discussion ensued regarding the options presented for the IDEC. The majority of Council expressed support for continuing the IDEC (ad hoc) as is for another year or finro or codifying it as a standing advisory commission. One councilmember recommended that the IDEC be paused until the completion of the Strategic Equity Plan allowing Council an opportunity to reassess the needs of the City. Council also stated that they would like to hear from the IDEC members regarding their recommendations for the ad hoc commission's future. Page 6 of 8 Mr. Zabell stated that the IDEC was scheduled to deliver their community outreach report at Council's January 10, 2022 meeting and would ask they include their recommendations related to the commission's future.Motion carried unanimously MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION Mr. Alvarado announced that he is resigning from City Council effective December 31, 2021, as he will be moving to Walla Walla, WA for a new position. He expressed appreciation to his Council voting District No. 2 for the opportunity to serve on the City Council for the past four years. Ms. Roach thanked Mr. Alvarado for his service on Council, as well as his friendship. She also expressed appreciation to Mayor Martinez and his wife, Neddie Martinez. Mr. Maloney expressed appreciation to Mr. Alvarado for his leadership on Council. Mayor Pro Tem Barajas also expressed appreciation to Mr. Alvarado noting his calm demeanor during some contentious issues. She also thanked both Mayor and Mrs. Martinez for their service to the community. Mr. Milne expressed appreciation to Mr. Alvarado and for his understanding of community issues. Mr. Milne also expressed kind remembrances to Mayor Martinez. Mr. Serrano expressed accolades to the relationships both Mr. Alvarado and Mayor Martinez developed throughout the years and stated that it was an honor to work with both of them. Mayor Martinez appreciated how Mr. Alvarado's leadership grew over the past four years and how he built a positive and deep relationship with his constitutes. Mr. Zabell announced an upcoming open house scheduled for December 15, 2021 for the Pasco Downtown Master Plan. He also noted that he United States flags were at half staff for the next few days. Lastly, he briefly discussed the appointment process of a new Councilmember and if there were ample, qualified candidates for the appointment that the interview(s) would be conducted at the January 3, 2022 Council meeting along with a possible appointment that same meeting. Mr. Zabell highlighted Mr. Alvarado's accomplishments during his tenure on Council stating that Mr. Alvarado was always a "City of Pasco Councilmember," as well as "Council District No. 2 Councilmember" Page 7 of 8 explaining that Mr. Alvarado was able to keep his perspective on issues very balanced. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:14 PM. PASSED and APPROVED this �� day of , 202�. APPROVED: ATTEST: -�[�?J Li�/r�+v+r`-f �� Saul Martinez, or Debra Barham, City Clerk Page 8 of 8