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MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL
February 8,2000
Council Present:Richard Pearce,Lee Blackwell,Chris Blessing,Larry Tracy,Bob Chapman and Wayne
Rimple Absent:Ron Covey
MINUTES:Mr.Blackwell moved that the minutes of the January 25 meeting be approved as submitted,
seconded by Mr.Chapman,and passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF BILLS.CHECKS.AND PREPAID CLAIMS
ActionTaken:Mr.Blackwell moved thatthe bills,checks,and prepaid claims issued beapproved,seconded
(\by Mr.Rimple, and passed unanimously.
Vouchers audited and certifiedby the Finance Directoras required by RCW42.24.080,and those expense
reimbursement claims certifiedas required by RCW42.24.090,have been recorded on a listingwhich has
been made available to the City Council.
Claims:The vouchers included on the belowlist as modified by the Council and noted upon said listforthe
Council meeting of February 8,2000 forthe funds listed below are approved inthe amount of $178,856.21.
GENERAL FUND $27,557.02 SANITATION FUND 61,025.41
STREET 2,850.43 AIRPORT 44.38
STREET REPAIR/RECON 1,033.73 SELF-INSURANCE 110.00
CENTRAL RIVE LID #58 99.50 CENTRAL SERVICES 6,557.67
STREET IMPROVEMENT 26,245.28 EQUIP RENTAL 11,117.79
WATER/SEWER FUND 15,860.38 BUILD MAINTENANCE 13,739.68
1992 BOND FUND 167.95 FIREMANS PENSION 211.35
W/S CONSTRUCTION 11,148.69 M L YOUTH PARTNERSHIP TF 1,086.95
TOTAL $178,856.21
Prepaid Claims:Prepaid claims approved by theCity Manageraccording to the processestablished by Moses
Lake Municipal Code 3.42.030 and the internal control policy approved by the City Council have been re
corded on a listing which has been madeavailable to the City Council.The claims listed below are approved
in the amount of$14,688.24 for all funds.
GENERAL $14,675.33
STREET IMPROVEMENTS 12.91
_TOTAL $14,688.24
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Prepaid Claims: Prepaid claims approved by theCity Manager according to the processestablished by Moses
Lake Municipal Code 3.42.030 and the internal control policy approved by the City Council have been re
corded on a listingwhich has been made available to the City Council.The claims listed below are approved
in the amount of $2,425.00 for all funds.
GENERAL $2,425.00
TOTAL $2,425.00
Prepaid Claims: Prepaid claims approved by the City Manager according to the process established by Moses
Lake Municipal Code 3.42.030 and the internal control policy approved by the City Council have been re
corded on a listingwhich has been made available to the City Council.The claims listed below are approved
in the amount of $15,820.67 for all funds.
GENERAL $237.92 WATER/SEWER $21.76
EQUIPMENT LEASES 3,598.74 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 11,962.25
TOTAL $15,820.67
Claim Checks:Checks 3288 through 3478 issued on January 24,2000 through February 4,2000 were ap
proved for payment at the Council meeting held on February 8,2000 in the total amount of $631,702.80.
Payroll:The payroll issued on January 31,2000 having been approved pursuant to the rule of the City
(j Council set forth in Moses Lake Municipal Code3.42.040,was paid bychecks 13480 through 13486 in the
^amount of$1,152.66.
Payroll:The payroll issued on February 4,2000 having been approved pursuant to the rule of the City
Council set forth in Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.040,was paid by checks 13487 through 13645 inthe
amount of $53,688.82.
II.EMPLOYEE PRESENTATIONS -None
III.CONSENT AGENDA-None
IV.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS -None
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V.PETITIONS.COMMUNICATIONS.OR PUBLIC HEARINGS
REGIONAL COMPOSTING FACILITY
The Cityof Quincy has constructed a regional composting facility which will be operational on April1,2000
and is contacting allcities inthe area to ascertain their interest in using the facility.
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager,stated that this is an informational item as the City of Moses Lake has
no programto collect yard waste at this time. He mentioned that the collectionof yard waste would require
a collection effort separate from the existing garbage collection.
The Councildirected staffto write a letterto the Cityof Quincy indicating that Moses Lake would liketo be
kept informed of the progress and rate structure of the facility.
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The Rotary Club will have its Convention in Moses Lake on May 4 - 7, 2000 which will include a tennis
tournament at McCosh Park. A picnic will be served during the tournament and they are requesting
permission to serve beer duringthe tournament on May 5 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that permission be given to the Rotary Club to serve beerand/or wine
at McCosh Parkduring theirtennis tournament between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on May5, 2000,seconded by
Mr.Blackwell, and passed unanimously.
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager, pointed out that the Rotary Club is still requiredto obtain a liquorlicense
from the state to serve the alcohol at the park.
VI.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE -AMEND ADDRESSING AND STREET NAMES -2ND READING
An ordinancewas presentedwhich reverses the name changeofBelmont Avenueto Yonezawa Boulevard.
The ordinance also establishes that the new streetto be constructed between Division Street and Highway
17 will be named Yonezawa Boulevard.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.32 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Addressing and Street
Names"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Blackwell moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Tracy,and passed with Mr.Blessing opposed.
ORDINANCE -UTILITY SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT CHARGES -1st READING
An ordinance was presented which clarifies that a request to hook to city water and sewer must be made
foran occupiable building.
The ordinance amending Chapter 3.62 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Utility System
Development Charges"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Blackwell,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE PARKING REGULATIONS -1st READING
An ordinance was presented which amends the parking regulations to provide fora loading zone fora bus
transfer location for Grant Transit Authority on Fourth Avenue.
The ordinance amending Chapter 10.12 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Parking Regulations"
was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Blackwell moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Tracy,and passed unanimously.
„fa RESOLUTION -CERB LOAN - PACIFIC RIM ETHANOL PLANT\u>y r^
A resolution was presented which authorizes the City Manager to submit a grant/loan application to the
Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) for the extension of city utilities to the site for the
proposed Pacific Rim Ethanol Plant.
The resolution of the CityCouncil oftheCity ofMoses Lake,Washington authorizing submittal of application
to theCommunity Economic Revitalization Board forfunding the costofconstructionofpublicfacility projects
was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Blackwell,and passed
unanimously.
VII.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS -None
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VIII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
HAYDEN CAMPUS 4th ADDITION }j^&
PhilBloom,Columbia Northwest Engineering,has submitted a preliminary platfora forty-four lotmajor plat.
The area is zoned R-1,Single-family Residential.The Planning Commission recommended that the
preliminary plat be approved along with the following variances:
1.Variance to the lot configurations for Lots 4 and 5,Block 2;Lots 2,3,4,5,6,7,and 8,Block 3,and
Lots 4, 5,and 6,Block 1
2.Variance for the curve on Cougar Drive with tangent length less than 100 feet
Mr.Blessing declared an appearance of fairness concern and exited the room.
Action Taken:Mr. Blackwell moved that the preliminary plat and variances be approved and the Findings
of Fact be accepted,seconded by Mr.Tracy, and passed unanimously.
IX.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
FERGUSON PRELIMINARY PLAT -REQUEST FOR DIRECTION
Staff is requesting direction regarding the Ferguson Preliminary Plat approved by the City Council at their
January 25 meeting.The Council approved the preliminary plat with the requirement that the developer
extend and construct QuintanillaDrivewith the required infrastructure. Followingthe Council meeting itwas
discovered that there is insufficient grade to extend sewer through Quintanilla Drive.The proposal is to
extend sewer from the north by tying into Nelson Road. This proposal is supported by city staff as an
acceptable plan for extending sewer to the plat and adjacent areas.
The sewerextension proposalvia Nelson Road would requireconsideration of platvariances bythe Council.
Byordinance, platvariance requests mustbe made atthe time of preliminary platconsideration byCouncil.
Given the complexity of the sewer issues,which were not addressed by the developer at the time of
preliminary plat approval by the Council,staffwould ask the Council for direction on this matter.Because
of the provisions within the Subdivision Ordinance regarding platvariances,staff would ask Council to act
upon the developer's request as a matter of reconsideration of their preliminary platapproval.
Gary G.Harer,Municipal Services Director,pointed out that this is a request forreconsideration of the plat
/"\sincevariancesarerequired toberequestedatthetimeof preliminary plat submittal.Duetothetopography
\-J ofthe area,the developer is requesting a variance to extend sewer from Monroe Street to Judith Street.
Sewer on Judith Street will be provided from nelson Road and then extended to the west on Quintanilla
Drive.
Phil Bloom, Columbia Northwest Engineering,representing the developer,explained that the developer
owns a 40' strip of property between this plat to Nelson Road where the sewer line would be constructed
to service this area.
Mr.Blessing declared an appearance of fairness concern and exited the room.
Action Taken:Mr.Blackwell moved that the Ferguson Preliminary Plat be reconsidered,seconded by Mr.
Tracy, and passed unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Blackwell moved that the variance requests be approved,seconded by Mr.Tracy, and
passed unanimously.
NORTHLAND CABLE
Northland Cable has indicated to the city its desire for a renewal of its franchise which expires in about a
year.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that direction from Council is requested on whetheror not the city
should begin a formal renewal processor go through a more informal process.The informal processwould
simply incorporate the existing franchise into a new franchise.
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James A.Whitaker,City Attorney,stated that the city can determine the projected needs and wants ofthe
citizens over the expected lifeof a new franchise.Upon determining those needs and wants the city could
pass a resolution outlining those needs and wants and forward itto the cable company.
Barry Mangen, Regional Manager, Northland Cable Television,stated that they are requesting a renewal
of the franchise which expires in 2001.He stated that they have broughtdigital service and added 90 some
channels to the service.He explained the improvements the company has made.
Kevin Duncan, Country Inn Bed and Breakfast,stated that he was satisfied with the basic rate and the
service being provided but was concerned aboutthe rate structure forsmall businesses.He mentioned that
a complexwith fewer than 10 units pays the basic rate of $27.50 per unit. A complex with 10 or more units
pays the $27.50 forthe first unitand $4.95 for each additionalunit. Hewould liketo see the rate structure
amended for multiple users.
Mr.Pearce pointed out that the city has no jurisdiction over the rates set by the cable company.
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There was some discussion by the Council on which process to use for the franchise renewal.
Action Taken:Mr.Blackwell moved that the city follow a formal process for the renewal of the cable
franchise,seconded by Mr.Tracy.
There was additionaldiscussion by the Counciland itwas pointed out that the franchise is forthe useofthe
city right-of-way by the cable company.
The motion passed with Mr.Chapman opposed.
llfa COMMUNITY STANDARDS -INTERCEPTORS O
A new section to the Community Standards concerning interceptors was presented.
GaryG.Harer,Municipal Services Director,stated thatthe interceptorscollectsand and heavy metals as
wellas separate oil and water.These are intended for use by businesses who discharge directly intothe
city's sewer system such as small automotive shops,plating shops,car washes,etc.
There was considerable discussion by the Council.
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Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the Community Standards be amended to include the chapter on
interceptors,seconded by Mr.Chapman, and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -INTERCEPTORS -1st READING
An ordinance was presented which creates Chapter 16.70 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code.This
ordinance deals with interceptors for plating shops,auto repair shops,etc.
The ordinance creating Chapter 16.70 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Interceptors"was read
by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Blackwell moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Tracy,and passed unanimously.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT -STAFFING
Because of the acquisition of the Moses Lake State Park,the completion of the soccer fields in Cascade
Park,and the addition of fields at Vista Community Playfield,there is aneed for an additional staff in the f^
Parks and Recreation Department.Staff requested permission to hire an additional park maintenance
worker.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager, pointed out that the city willbe unable to maintain its existing facilities
with its current staff. He mentioned thatthere is sufficient funds at this time to hire an additional staff person
through 2000,in spite of I-695.There is also the possibility of some relief from theeffects of I-695 from the
legislature.
Mr.Blessing wanted to know ifany additional staffwillbe required in the Parks and Recreation Department.
Mr.Gavinski stated that additional staffwillbe required with the completion of the Japanese Garden,the
Vista Community Playfield, and the ice skating facilities.There will also be additional operating costs.
There was some discussion by the Council.
Action Taken:Mr.Blackwell moved that staff be authorized to hirean additional park maintenance worker,
seconded by Mr.Rimple,and passed unanimously.
X.PUBLIC QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS -None
XI.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
COUNCIL RESIGNATION
Mr.Chapman stated that he has submitted his resignation as a Council member effective at the end of theCouncilmeetingashewillbemovingtoSnohomish.f~*)
Mr.Pearce presented Mr.Chapman with a plaque to commemorate his years of service on the Council.
James A.Whitaker,City Attorney,distributed a memo outlining the process for selection of a person to
replace Mr.Chapman.
Mr.Rimple suggested that interested persons submit letters to the city so that the Council can choose a
replacement priorto the Council/staff retreat.
Itwas the consensus of the Council that letters from persons interested in serving on the Council must be
submitted to the city by February 22.
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STATE PARK-RENAME
Action Taken:Mr.Blackwell moved that the naming ofthe State Park be removed from the table,seconded
by Mr.Chapman,and passed unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Blackwell moved that the park be renamed Moses Lake Community Park,seconded by
Mr.Blessing.
Mr.Pearce mentioned thatthe city has received a letter from the state which requested the city to rename
—the park to something other than "Moses Lake State Park"since itis no longer a park owned by the State(j ofWashington.
Mr.Tracy stated that he has heard that there isa petitiongoing around to namethe park "Veterans Memorial
Park".
The motion passed unanimously.
XII.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
BUILDING ACTIVITY REPORT
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager, distributed the building activity report for January 2000.
SALES TAX/TRANSIENT RENTAL INCOME
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,reported that on January 31,2000thecity received $228,903.32 in sales
tax revenue and $14,621.00 in transient rental income.
The regular meeting was recessed at 9:35 p.m. and the Council met in an executive-session to discuss
litigation.The executive session was adjourned at 10 p.nv-and the regular rneetiitgwas reconvened.Theregularmeetingwasadjournedat10p.m.I.>>*C\Ki ^
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BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION/CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MOSES LAKE,WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF THE HAYDEN CAMPUS
FOURTH ADDITION MAJOR PLAT
FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS,AND DE
CISION
1.HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
1.1 Date. A public hearing was held upon proper notice before the Commission on January 13,
2000.
1.2 Proponent.Hayden Enterprises is the proponent ofthis plat.
1.3 Purpose.The proponent has submitted a plat for property which is legally described upon the
plat. City staff has confirmed the property described on the plat is the property submitted for
platting.
1.4 Evidence.The Commission considered the following materials in reaching its decision:
A.The submitted plat.
B.Testimony from the proponent.
C.Written comments from various parties.
2.FINDINGS OF FACT BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
Based upon the evidence presented to them,the Commission makes the following findings of fact:
2.1 The proponent is the owner ofthe property.
2.2 The property is currently zoned R-1,Single Family Residential.
2.3 There were no objections from the public.
2.4 The plat is in the best interest of the public.
2.5 The plat is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
2.6 The platis a continuation of an existing development.
3.CONCLUSIONS BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
Fromthe foregoing findingsof factthe Commission makes the following conclusions:
3.1 The Planning Commission ofthe Cityof Moses Lake is vested withthe authorityto recommend
to the City Council the advisability of approving a plat.
3.2 The plat is properly before the Commission for its recommendation.
3.3 Itis properat this time forthe Planning Commission to make a recommendation on this plat.
3.4 Itis inthe best interests and welfare of the city's citizens to platthe property as proposed.
4.RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
Onthe basis ofthe foregoing findingsof factand conclusions,itisthe recommendation ofthe Planning
Commission of the City of Moses Lake to the City Council of the City of Moses Lake that the platbe
approved.
5.FURTHER HEARING BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL.
5.1 Date. A public meeting was held upon proper notice before the Council on February 8, 2000.
5.2 Proponent.Hayden Enterprises is the proponent ofthis plat.
5.3 Purpose.The proponent has submitted a preliminary plat for property legally described upon
the plat. City staff has confirmed the property described on the platis the property submitted
for platting.
5.4 Evidence.The Council considered the following materials in reaching its decision:
A.The submitted plat.
B.Testimony from the proponent.
C.Written comments from various parties.f~*)
6.FURTHER FINDINGS OF FACT BY THE CITY COUNCIL
No further evidence was presented tothe CityCouncil.The CityCouncil adopts those findings of fact
made previously by the Planning Commission as its own.
7.FURTHER CONCLUSIONS BY THE CITY COUNCIL.
Fromthe foregoing findings of fact the Council makes the following conclusions:
7.1 The City Council of the City of Moses Lake is vested with the authority to make a decision on
a preliminary plat.
7.2 The plat is properly before the Council for its decision.
7.3 Itis proper at this time forthe City Council to make a decision on this preliminaryplat.
8.DECISION.
The City Council ofthe City of Moses Lake agrees with the recommendation of the Planning Commis
sion and approves the preliminary plat.
Dated:February 8^2000
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