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MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL
August 9,2005
Council Present: Ron Covey,Richard Pearce, Dick Deane,Steve Shinn,Brent Reese,and Jon
Lane Absent:Lee Blackwell
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Covey led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
MINUTES:Mr.Shinn moved that the minutes of the July 12,2005 meeting be approved as
{^_J submitted,seconded by Mr.Deane,and passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF BILLS.CHECKS.AND PREPAID CLAIMS
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the bills,checks,and prepaid claims issued be approved,
seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
Vouchers audited and certified bythe Finance Director as required by RCW 42.24.080,and those
expense reimbursement claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090,have been recorded on
a listing which has been made available to the Council for approval.
As of August 9,2005 the Council does approve for payment vouchers in the amount of
$1,082,504.44,and prepaid claims of $45,875.05 and $92,026.88.
PRESENTATIONS AND AWARDS -None
CONSENT AGENDA
Resolution -Abandon Easement -Westlake Shores:Aresolution was presented which abandons /0/3
the easement located on both sides of the lot line between Lots 33 and 34,Block 4,Westlake
Shores Phase 2 Major Plat.
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Resolution - Accept Donation -All Star Enterprises:A resolution was presented which accepts /O YO?
$200 from All Star Enterprises.The funds are to be used for parks and playgrounds.
Laauna Shores Maior Plat and Findings of Fact:Phil Bloom ofColumbia Northwest Engineering,//<3C?
representing Todd Lengenfelder, has submitted an application fora preliminary platto subdivide
3.7 acres into 15 residential lots. Eight of the lots would have water frontage containing a narrow
lake fringe wetland. The site islocated east of Laguna Drive and south of Sage Road, and is zoned
R-3,Multi-Family Residential, which corresponds with the Comprehensive Plan Land Use
Designation of High Density Residential.The Planning Commission recommended that the
preliminary platbe approved with the following conditions:
1.The comments of the Development Engineer shall be addressed before final platsubmittal,
except for General Comments 2,3,4,and 5.
2.Blue Heron Drive shall be constructed and dedicated from the north boundary of the plat to
Sage Road.Street improvements and right-of-way shall be at the same width as are
approved forthe rest of Blue Heron Drive,except for sidewalks.
3. A 5'-wide public utility easement shall be providedon the unplatted property adjoining the
northern boundary of the plat.
4.The comments of the Fire Marshal shall be addressed.
5.The following waivers shall be granted:
a. A waiver ofthe requirement on minimum curve tangent lengths for the street.
b. Awaiver of the lotconfiguration requirements.Approval of lotconfiguration waivers
does not implyapproval of a reduction in required setbacks or other standards for
these lots.
c. A waiver of the requirement for 60'of dedicated right-of-way to allow for 51'of
dedicated right-of-way.The right-of-way is to include 31'of pavement,10'of
sidewalk,and 10'of planter strip.
d. A one-foot municipal easement shall be required along each edge of the right-of-
way.
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e. A variance to the timing of landscape installation shall be granted.Landscaping
may be installed as each lot is developed,and the Certificate of Occupancy for a
house shall not be issued until the required street frontage landscaping is installed
on that lot.
j05°i Request to Discharge toSewer Svstem -Port of Moses Lake:The Port of Moses Lake requested
permission to discharge approximately 30,000 gallons of water to the Larson Sewer Treatment
Plant.The waterwas used to remove the paintstriping on the runway.The water has been tested
and it has been determined that itwillnot have any damaging effects on the wastewatertreatment
plant.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the Consent Agenda be approved,seconded by Mr.Lane,
and passed unanimously.
COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
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Gene Donat,Brenda Teals,and Mary Perryrequested re-appointmenttothe Tourism Commission.
Action Taken:Mr.Shinn moved that the re-appointments of Gene Donat, Brenda Teals,and Mary
Perry tothe TourismCommission be affirmed,seconded by Mr.Deane,and passed unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF BIDS -None
PETITIONS.COMMUNICATION.OR PUBLIC HEARINGS
/02ft FIREWORKS
Jack and Glenna Childress submitted a letter stating that they lost their hedge to a fire started by
fireworks and requested that the sale of fireworks inthe city be banned.
Mayor Covey stated that he has requested the issue of fireworks be discussed at the next (^)
Council/staff retreat.
There was some discussion and itwas pointedoutthat ifthe fireworks are banned, the ban would
not go into effect until 2007.
Itwas the consensus that a fireworks ban be discussed during the 2006 Council/staff retreat.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
/0^7 ORDINANCE -AMEND PARKING REGULATIONS -2nd READING
An ordinance was presented which eliminates the no parking restriction on Olive Avenue between
Pioneer Way and Juniper Drive,establishes two-hour parkingon the 500 block of Division Street
and removes the disability parking space locatedatthe southwesterlyintersectionof Division Street
and Fifth Avenue,and changes Grape Drive south of Valley Road from four lane to two lane with
parking on both sides.
The ordinance amending Chapter 10.12 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Parking
Regulations"was read by title only.
Mr.Shinn stated that he is opposed to allowing parking on Olive Street.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Lane,and passed with Mr.Shinn opposed.f^
)}&ORDINANCES -TITLE 12 - 2nd READINGS
Ordinances were presented which amend Title 12 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code.
The ordinance creating Chapter 12.02 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Definitions"was
read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the second reading ofthe ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
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The ordinance amending Chapter 12.08 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Community
Street and Utility Standards"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Lane moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Shinn,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.10 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Driveway
Access Control Standards"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Deane moved that the second reading ofthe ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Lane,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.12 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Sidewalk
Construction"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Shinn moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Lane,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.16 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Street and
UtilityConstruction Permits"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the second reading ofthe ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.20 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Snow
Removal"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Deane moved that the second reading ofthe ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.24 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Trees and
Shrubs"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Lane moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.28 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Fences,Walls
and Hedges"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Lane, and passed unanimously.
Theordinance amending Chapter 12.32 ofthe Moses Lake Municipal Codeentitled "Addresses and
Street Names"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Deane moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Lane, and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.36 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Park
Regulations"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Lane moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.40 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Street
Construction or Improvement Reimbursement Charges"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 12.44 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Street
Vacations"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Deane moved that the second reading ofthe ordinance be adopted,seconded
by Mr.Pearce,and passed unanimously.
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/Df(f ORDINANCE -GARBAGE COLLECTION -1st READING
An ordinance was presented which establishes three new codes and rate for garbage service.
These new codes and rates were requested by customers and Lakeside Disposal.
The ordinance establishing charges for garbage collection was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Lane moved that the firstreading ofthe ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Reese,and passed unanimously.n
REQUEST TO CALL FOR BIDS
/D/7 MECHANICS TOOLS
Staff requested authorization to call forbids fortwo sets of general mechanic tools and one set of
specialized tools. Up to this time the mechanics have supplied their own tools.The privately
ownedtools need to be replaced sincethe city's insurance does not coverthem and the mechanics
should not be responsible for supplying the tools that are used for city business.
Action Taken:Mr.Shinn moved that staff be authorized to call for bids,seconded by Mr.Deane,
and passed unanimously.
REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS -None
OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
/Ol^j DOGWOOD STREET CONFIGURATION/DOGWOOD COURT
Staff requested direction fromthe Councilon the configurationof Dogwood Street.Dogwood Street
between Broadway and Fourth was striped for back-in diagonal parking and bike lanes on both
sides with two narrow traffic lanes.The Dogwood Court project will provide a safe crossing on
Broadway Avenue,beautify this intersection,and provide a link forthe activity trail between the
Neppel Trail and McCosh Park.f^)
Gary G.Harer,Municipal Services Director,explained that the cost for the improvements to this
intersection is high because of the signal lightthat will be installed.There will be bump outs at each
corner which requires changes to the storm drainage system.
Mr.Harer showed various layouts for parking and bicycle paths on Dogwood Street.
The Council discussed various layouts for parking and an activity trail and it was the consensus
that,due to resistence by the public, back-in diagonal parkingwould not be used inthe new design.
Mr.Shinn stated that he was not opposed to the back-in diagonal parking.
It was the consensus of Council that no changes be made to Dogwood Street at the presenttime.
Action Taken:Mr.Shinn moved that the Dogwood Court project be awarded to Harden
Construction in the amount of $241,667.20,seconded by Mr.Pearce,and passed unanimously.
PENINSULA DRIVE AND LAKESHORE DRIVE -DEVIATION TO COMMUNITY STANDARDS
Staffis requesting authorization to apply forgrants from theTransportation Improvement Board and
QUADCO to improve allofPeninsula Drive and Lakeshore Drivelying south of I-90.The estimated
cost for the project is $2,000,000.Each ofthe grants requires a minimum 20%match.The more
match money the greater chance of receiving the grants.Most agencies now match up to 50%.
Staff is also requesting a variance to the Community Street and Utility Standards to allow the /^
construction of a narrower street.Most of the dedicated right-of-way is 40'wide instead of the
required 60'and it would be difficult to obtain additional right-of-way.Staff is suggesting 24'of
asphalt and a 12'sidewalk on the opposite side from the lake.This design does not allow for on-
street parking or a sidewalk on the lake side ofthe street.
Mr.Pearce was not in favor ofone 12'sidewalk.He would prefera 6'sidewalk on each side ofthe
street.
Mr.Shinn stated that he would like to see some landscaping along the streets and also suggested
staff look into under grounding the utilities.
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Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,explained the possible financing of the project.
Mr.Deane stated that he would prefer to see sidewalks on both sides of the streets.
Mr.Gavinski pointed out that the reason sidewalk isonly proposed on one side is because the other
side has telephone poles in the right-of-way.Those pole would be in the middle of the sidewalk if
one were constructed on that side ofthe street.If the utilities were placed under ground,it would
solve the problem ofthe poles in the sidewalk.
Gary G. Harer, Municipal Services Director,pointed outthat one ofthe reasons forthe 12'sidewalk
is because ofthe number of people who walk.
There was some discussion bythe Council.Itwas the consensus that the proposed configuration
was not acceptable and staff was directed to provide additional layouts for the streets and
sidewalks.
BMX TRACK -VANDALISM/REWARD
The BMX Track located next to the Larson Recreation Center was recently damaged by vandals
who turned on the irrigation system and washed away parts of the track and the recent hydro
seeding.Staff requested Council's approval to offer a reward for the arrest and conviction of the
individuals responsible for the vandalism.
Spencer Grigg,Parks and Recreation Director,explained the damage to the area.
There was some discussion concerning additional security cameras at the city's parks.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that a $2,500 reward be offered for the arrest and conviction of
the individuals responsible for the vandalism at the BMX Track,seconded by Mr.Reese,and
passed unanimously.
USE OF MONTLAKE PROPERTY -THE CROSSING SHORT PLAT
RichWalpole, Columbia Northwest Engineering, has requested the use ofa portion ofthe Montlake
Park property for the purpose of access to a proposed short plat.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that this item be removed from the table,seconded byMr.Reese,
and passed unanimously.
GilbertAlvarado,Community Development Director,showed the latest proposal from Columbia
Northwest Engineering. Hestated that a 30'access to the parkhas been defined as wellas a 15'
wide maintenance driveway.The street width intothe proposed platwill be 36'. The landscaping
shown is required as part of the plat requirements.
Dave Helms, Fire Chief,stated that the fire apparatus road is required to be 20'wide rather than
the 15'as shown.The actual entrance into the park also should be increased to 36' wide.
Mr.Alvarado stated that sidewalk will be constructed on both sides on Linden from Beaumont to
and through the new Boardwalk Avenue.
Mayor Covey mentioned thatthe green areas shown on the map provided areto be developed by
the proponent and then dedicated to the city.
Mr.Shinn questioned the need for the island between the park entrance and the maintenance
entrance.
Mr.Alvarado stated that itis forthe purposes ofprovidinga separation between the entrance to the
parkand the maintenance road.It will also help control the traffic inand out of the park.
Rich Walpole and Phil Bloomof Columbia Northwest Engineering,explained the areas that would
be developed and dedicated to the city.
There was some discussion by the Council concerning the distance between the buffer adjacent
to Lot 1 and the boat parking. Itwas requested that the distance be verified to make sure itis 30'.
Mr.Walpole stated that the node between the main entrance and the maintenance access was
provided to deliniate the entrance and to reduce traffic speed.
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There was some discussion by the Council.
Action Taken:Mr.Shinn moved that the submitted concept be accepted with the following
stipulations:
1.The maintenance access is to be increased to 20'to meet the minimum fire apparatus
access requirements
2.The node between the maintenance access and the main access to Montlake Park be
straightened,which would meet the Municipal Services Departments'recommendation.
3.Verify the 30'distance between the parking to the north and the landscaping buffer,
seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
//SA,PELICAN HORN APARTMENTS- USE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY
jDn Phil Bloom,Columbia Northwest Engineering,on behalf of the owners of the Pelican Horn
Apartments,has requested the use ofcity right-of-way on Sixth Avenue for parking purposes.The
revised site plan shows the complete construction of Sixth Avenue with diagonal parking on the
east side with 14 spaces,the construction of a cul-de-sac at the end of the street which willextend
into McCosh Park and require the removal of 2 or 3 trees,the construction of sidewalks on both
sides,and the extension of the water main to provide a fire hydrant in front of the apartments for
improved fire protection.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that this item be removed from the table,seconded by Mr.Shinn,
and passed unanimously.
Gary G. Harer, Municipal Services Director,stated that Sixth Street would be improved full width
to community standards with diagonal parking on the apartment side ofthe street and a cul-de-sac
at the end.He stated that they are requesting city participation in this project.The proponent
would pay $27,045.25 and they are requesting the city pay $23,339.20.
Mr.Bloom stated that this area was probably platted in the 1950s and street improvements were
not required at that time.The proponent is offering to pay more than half the cost ofimproving the
street.The cul-de-sac at the end ofthe streetencroaches into the park some but provides an entry
into the Heron Trail Project.The owner is also providing an easement across his property for the
Heron Trail Project.
Terry O'Brien,Palisades Development Group,stated thatthe residents ofthe complex are currently
parking on the street even though there are no defined parking spaces.He mentioned that the
construction ofthe cul-de-sac and curb and sidewalk on the northwest side is beyond their budget
and the participation of the city is requested.
There was some discussion concerning the city's participation in the improvements and the cost.
Action Taken:Mr.Peace moved that the city participate in the improvement of Sixth Street by
constructing the curb and sidewalkon the northwestside ofthe street and the excavation,grading,
paving,curbs,and sidewalks in the cul-de-sac,seconded by Mr.Shinn,and passed unanimously.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS AND PUBLIC QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS -None
COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS -None
CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
/DSOA BUILDING ACTIVITY REPORT f^
The July 2005 building activity report was presented.
/A^SALES TAX/TRANSIENT RENTAL INCOME
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager, reported that the city received $305,670.03 in sales tax and
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$27,554.88 intransient rental income in July 2005.
/0O3 INVESTMENT REPORT
The investment report showed the city earned $71,011.39 in investment income forJuly 2005.
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The regular meeting was recessed at 9:55 p.m.and the Council met in an executive session to
discuss real estate.The executive session was adjourned at 10:17 p.m. and the regular meeting
was reconvened.
REAL ESTATE PURCHASE
The city has proposed the purchaseof Lots 1- 9ofthe proposed Leanne Terrace Major Platfor
the purpose of developing a park offof Jones Street.
ActionTaken:Mr.Pearce moved that the City Manager be authorized to purchase Lots 1-9 ofthe
proposedLeanneTerrace Major Platfor $95,000 forthe purposeofdeveloping a park,seconded
by Mr.Deane,and passed unanimoulsy.
The regular meeting was adjourned at 10:20
Ronald C. Covey,Mag£
ATTEST:
Ronald R.Cone,Finance Director
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