HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 2026 03 24MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AGENDA APPROVAL
PRESENTATIONS
CITIZEN’S COMMUNICATION
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American Affairs – Carol Spurrier, Moses Lake, expressed frustration with the current affairs of
the United States. Ms. Spurrier suggested Council create an Ordinance for laws that are un-
American and go against the Constitution.
PUBLIC HEARING
#1 2025 Comprehensive Plan Amendments Ordinance 3092
CONSENT AGENDA
#2 a. City Council Meeting Minutes- January 13 - February 24, 2026
moved to discussion
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OLD BUSINESS
Financial Sustainability Plan Follow Up (CG1)
City Manager Rob Karlinsey and Finance Director Madeline Prentice presented updated
data on City asset growth, staffing compared to population, ARPA expenses, department
budget comparisons, and proposed a scoring framework for evaluating programs.
Council discussed criteria, risk reduction, and the need for data-driven decision-making
ahead of upcoming budget deliberations. Balancing Act Budget Simulation is completed
and data will be provided at a future meeting.
Downtown Moses Lake Association Contract
Assistant to the City Manager Liz Murillo-Busby presented the contract with the
Downtown Moses Lake Association to leverage the Main Street Tax Credit program,
allocating $250,000 for downtown revitalization and administrative support. Council
discussed project management and oversight.
Action taken: Council Member Lombardi moved to approve the Downtown Moses Lake
Association Contract as presented, second by Council Member Graves. The motion carried 6 – 0.
Homeless Fund Interest
Finance Director Madeline Prentice reported on the accumulated interest in the homeless
fund, recommending a reallocation of $121,759 to the Rainy-Day Fund. Council
requested a list of other funds accruing interest.
Action taken: Council Member Lombardi moved to approve the Homeless Fund Interest as
presented, second by Council Member Graves. The motion carried 6 – 0.
Mobile and Street Food Vendors Amending Ordinance – First Presentation
Building Official/Fire Marshall Chris Horton presented proposed amendments to the
mobile food vendor ordinance, aiming to align local regulations with state requirements
and streamline the permitting process. Council discussed fire safety, business licensing,
and the impact on local vendors.
Extra Territorial Policy Amendment Resolution 4035
City Attorney Katherine Kenison presented an amendment to the Extra Territorial
Agreement (ETA) policy to allow recovery of actual staff costs from private property
owners for complex ETA applications. Council discussed benefits of streamlining the
process and ensuring taxpayers are not subsidizing private development.
Action taken: Council Member Fancher moved to adopt Amendment Resolution 4035 as
presented, second by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 6– 0.
PRCS Director Doug Coutts reported on the ice rink chiller budget and new mural at Paul
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Lauzier Athletic Complex Mural involving at-risk youth led by artist Phil Seth.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
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Anniversary event and downtown cleanup community event.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
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