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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MOSES LAKE
February 12,1991
Members Present:Wayne Rimple,Bill Reese,Charles Edwards,David Chandler, Norm Johnson,JoAn
Brown,and Roger Biailas
MINUTES:Mr.Chandler moved that the minutes of the meeting of January 22 be approved as submitted,
seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF BILLS.CHECKS.AND PREPAID CLAIMS
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the bills,checks,and prepaid claims issued be approved,seconded
by Mr.Chandler, and passed with Mr.Biailas abstaining from voting for that portion of the billsto A & H
Printers and Mr.Rimple abstaining from voting for the portion of the bills to Faber Industrial Supply and
Moses Lake Steel Supply.
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 City Council.
Claims:The vouchers included on the below list as modified by the Council and noted upon said list for
the Council meeting of February 12,1991 for the funds listed below are approved in the amount of
$266,240.59.
GENERAL FUND $56,380.05
STREET 1,295.89
MID-PENINSULA BLOCK GRANT 50.00
STREET IMPROVEMENT 28,605.80
PWTF CONSTRUCTION 48,516.70
WATER/SEWER FUND 15,719.37
WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 34,854.40
SANITATION FUND 48,169.40
UNEMPL COMP INS 2,396.85
SELF-INSURANCE 236.50
CENTRAL SERVICES 10,335.21
BUILDING MAINTENANCE 8,656.92
EQUIPMENT RENTAL 10,773.15
DEPOSIT 250.35
TOTAL $266,240.59
Prepaid Claims:Prepaid claims approved by the City Manager according to the process established by
Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.Q30 andthe internal controlpolicyapproved bythe CityCouncil have been
recorded on a listing which has been made available to the City Council.The claims listed below are
approved in the amount of $25,711.53 for all funds.
GENERAL FUND $482.59
STREET 16,114.36
CENTRAL SERVICES 3,416.10
EQUIPMENT RENTAL 5.698.48
TOTAL $25,711.53
Checks:Checks 26320 through 26428 issued on January 23, 1991 were approved for payment at the
Council meeting held on February 12,1991 in the total amount of $307,883.46.
Payroll:The payroll issued on January 31,1991 having been approved pursuant to the rule ofthe City
Council set forth In Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.040,was paid by checks 68670 through 68687 in the
amount of $8,465.29.
Payroll:The payroll issued on February 1,1991 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 68688 through 68819 in the
amount of $143,240.25.,
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PROCLAMATION:A proclamation was read declaring February 16 -23,1991 as FFA Week.//3Ji
I.CITIZEN INPUT -None
II.EMPLOYEE PRESENTATIONS -None
III.CONSENT AGENDA
Ordinances -Private Detectives/Taxicabs/Private Security Business -2nd Readings:Three ordinanceswere /Ob 2
presented whichamend the penalty provisions for the Private Detectives,Private Security Business,and
Taxicabchapters of the Municipal Code by makinga violation a civil infraction instead of a misdemeanor.
Also presented were the summaries for publication.
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jQ^/k Resolution -Accept Donation -Varda Alarm -Glenn:A resolution was presented which accepted the
donation of $2,353.19 for a Varda Alarm to be placed at Glenn's Exxon Station.
lO^/ip Resolution -Accept Grant -DARE:A resolution was presented which accepted a grant from the Ronald
McDonald Children's Charities in the amount of $5,000 for the DARE Program.
/q/j Resolution- Accept Easement -Stratford Road-Bottorff:A resolution was presented which accepts a non-
perpetual easement from Minor Bottorffwhich will facilitate the reconstruction project on Stratford Road.
Action Taken:Mr.Chandler moved that the Consent Agenda be approved,seconded by Mr.Edwards,and ^\
passed unanimously.
IV.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS -None
V.PETITIONS.COMMUNICATIONS.OR PUBUC HEARINGS
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A letter was read from Thomas Dent of Tom Dent Aviation expressing concern about the conditions and
operations at the Municipal Airport.
Mr.Dent stated that in order to get financing for the improvements being required by the Department of
Ecology a long term lease is necessary for his business.He stated that he is leasing the building and land
on a month to month basis at this time. He stated that the manager of the airport, Mick Hansen,would not
provide a long term lease. He mentioned that the city has provided a 30 year lease to the Mosquito Control
District for the building that he had been interested in. He stated that he has been told that the city is not
interested in operating the airport and suggested that the Port may be.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the city has entered into a contingent lease with the Mosquito
Control District for property at the airport. This contingent lease would take effect upon certain specified
conditions.At the present time the city has a lease with Hansen AirWest for the operation of the Municipal
Airport. That lease expires in a couple of years and the operator has the option of renewing the lease for
an additional number of years.Ifthe option is not exercised,the Council would need to decide whatto do
with the airport. He mentioned that in previous years the Port had not been interested in operating the
Municipal Airport.
Mick Hansen,Hansen Air West,stated that all the leases on property or buildings at the airport have the
same expiration date as his lease with the city, since what will happen after that date is unknown.
There was some discussion by the Council and itwas suggested that Mr.Dent contact city staff concerning
a possible contingent lease such as was granted to the Mosquito Control District for property at the
Municipal Airport.
GRANT COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
A letter was read from Glenn Chamberlain, Chairman of the Grant County Economic Development Council,
which requested the city participate in this group. The city's dues to join would be $5,400.
There was considerable discussion by the Council.It was mentioned that the city already pays $5,400 per
year to the Big Bend Economic Development Council. The question of duplication of effort by these two
organizations was discussed along with the fact that no funds have been budgetedto jointhe Grant County
Economic Development Council in 1991, and the uncertainty of the goals of the Grant County Economic
Development Council. The question of whether or not the city should belong to both organizations was also
discussed.
It was the consensus of the Councilthat no action be taken at this time on the request for membership in
the Grant County Economic Development Council.
VI.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE -AMEND 1991 BUDGET -1ST READING f*)
An ordinance was presented which amends the 1991 budget
The ordinance amending the 1991 budget forthe Cityof Moses Lake,Washington was read by titleonly.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Johnson,and passed unanimously.
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ORDINANCE -ANNEX STATE PARK -1ST READING
An ordinancewas presented which providesforthe annexationofthe developed and undeveloped portions
of the Moses Lake State Park.
The ordinanceannexing certain specifiedterritory to the Cityof Moses Lake,Washington,and incorporating
the same withinthe corporate limitsof the City of Moses Lake,and which provides forthe assumption of
existing indebtedness and establishes the zoning was read by title only.
ActionTaken:Mr.Johnson moved thatthe first reading ofthe ordinancebe adopted, and a publichearing
be set for February26,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION -1991 LEASE PURCHASE FINANCING
A resolutionwas presented which approves the Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement with U. S. Bank.
The resolution approving the equipment lease/purchase agreement whereby U. S.National Bank of
Washington,National Association,lease/purchases certain equipment to the City of Moses Lake; and
authorizing the officersofthe cityto execute the lease/purchase agreement and such other documents and
certificates as may be necessary to carry out the transactions contemplated by the aforementioned
agreement was read by title only.
ActionTaken:Mr.Chandlermoved that the resolutionbe adopted,seconded by Mrs.Brown,and passed
unanimously.
RESOLUTION -HIGH SCHOOL BOND ISSUE
A resolutionwas presented which urged the voters of the Moses Lake School District to support the high
school bond issue.
The resolutionendorsing and supporting the 1991 Moses Lake School District HighSchool Bond issue was
read in its entirety.
ActionTaken:Mr.Johnson moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Biailas,and passed
unanimously.
VII.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS
BASIN HOMES STREETS
Staff requested authorization to call for bids forthe construction of Daniel Street, Steven Street, Timothy
Street,Kristlne Street,and Bruce Street and for the construction of sidewalks on Charlotte Street and Buell
Drive in the Basin Homes area.
ActionTaken:Mr.Chandler moved that staff be authorizedto call for bids,seconded by Mr.Reese, and
passed unanimously.
VIII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
DENNY'S/DAY'S INN PLAT
Fred Skinner of Western Pacific Engineering,on behalf of the owner, Patrick Molitor,has requested an
extension of preliminary platapprovalof the Denny's/Day's Inn Preliminary Plat.The Planning Commission
considered the request for an extension of preliminaryplatapproval and recommended to the Council that
the request be denied due to the factthat it was not received ina timely manner as required by ordinance.
Action Taken:Mr.Biailas moved that the request for an extension of preliminary plat approval for the
Denny's/Day's Inn Plat be denied,seconded by Mr.Johnson, and passed unanimously.
IX.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
SAMMONS FRANCHISE
The recently granted franchise to Sammons Communication will expire on December 20,1991.It is Jll/<P
necessary and imperative to discuss the cable franchise matter.The Council was most concerned about
the installation of future technological advances and innovations when they became available. Council
direction was requested on its position on the implementation of technical advances and innovations.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,suggested that languagebe incorporatedintoa new franchise ordinance
to providethat technological advances will be implemented inthe Moses Lake cable system when feasible.
A letter from Sammons'legal counsel was distributed.
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Mr.Chandler pointed out that in a city the size of Moses Lake the possibility of a competing cable system
is practically niland that reduces the emphasis on installation of new technology to the system.
James A. Whitaker, City Attorney,pointed out that the franchise is to allow Sammons to use the city's
streets,not to give the city any say in how the business is operated.
Itwas the consensus of the Council that the matter of possible litigation by Sammons be discussed in an
executive session.
GARBAGE RATES
Garbage rates will need to be raised in order to meet the increases in Grant County landfill disposal fees.
Garbage rates have not been raised since 1986.
There was some discussion by the Council and it was determined to discuss the garbage rates at the
Council/staff retreat.
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The question of allowing the erection of pole buildings in the city limits was discussed.
Mr.Chandler feltthat before any action could be taken to regulate pole buildings that a definition of a pole
building would have to be determined.
Itwasthe consensus of the Council that an ordinance be drafted declaring a moratorium on the construction
of pole buildings in the city untilthe Planning Commission can review and make a recommendation to the
Council on the matter.
j^b WATER/SEWER SERVICE -D&LFOUNDRY
D & L Foundry Is requesting city water and sewer services fortheir proposed plant on Wheeler Road. The
services would be used for the rest room,lunch room, and office only.
Action Taken:Mr.Biailas movedthat the request forwater and sewer services be granted provided an Extra
Territorial UtilityAgreement is signed,seconded by Mr.Johnson,and passed unanimously.n
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LARSON WATER SYSTEM -GRANT APPLICATION
Authorization was requested to apply for a Centennial Grant from the Department of Ecology for use in
offsettingthe costs of investigatingthe extent of ground water pollution and treatment methodsin the Larson
water system.
Action Taken:Mr.Johnson moved that staff be authorized to apply for a Centennial Grant from the
Department of Ecology,seconded by Mr.Chandler, and passed unanimously.
X COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
CREEL CENSUS
Mr.Rimple stated that the Moses Lake FishAdvisory Group will be conducting a creel census during the
springand summer months inthe Moses Lakeareaand have requested participation fromthe CityCouncil.
The creel census is to determine what kinds of fish, and the amount,are being caught in Moses Lake.The
Council is being requested to participateInorder to acquire some publicity forthe project and the problem
of declining fish populations in the area.
XI.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
lonci POPULATION
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager,stated that the United States Department of Commerce,Bureau of the
Census,has officially determined that the population ofthecity is now at 11,235.C\
6$tJ SALES TAX/TRANSIENT RENTAL REPORTS
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager,stated that the city will receive $135,636.46 for November 1990 in sales
tax receipts and $6,280.28 In transient rental income for January 1991.
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MUNICIPAL AIRPORT BRIDGE
The report from the Municipal Services Directoron the airport bridge indicated that itwould cost $25,000
to $35,000 to repair itand $40,000 to $50,000 to replace it.In its current condition it is unsafe to reopen
it for traffic. Direction from Council was requested on whether to remove,repair, or rebuild the bridge.
Mick Hansen,Hansen AirWest,operator of the Municipal Airport,stated he would liketo have the bridge
replaced or the interior airport road paved in order to keep traffic offthe runways.
Itwas mentioned that funds have been budgeted to pave the road which accesses the airport about 1/4
of a mile from the bridge.
It was the consensus of Council that the bridge be removed and the interior road be paved.
SEPTIC TANK SLUDGE
Itwas recommended by staff that solid waste from septic tanks not be accepted for disposal at the city's
sewer treatment plants due to extensive pretreatment required inorder to make itcompatible withthe normal
waste the city receives and to maintainthe required level of effluent discharge from the plant. The cost of
building a pretreatment plant is more than septic tank haulers are willing to pay at this time.
It was the consensus of the Council that the recommendation from staff be accepted.
FINANCIAL STATUS
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager,stated that,due to the city's cash balance at the end of 1990,he would
recommend no additional spending occur at this time.
INVESTMENT REPORT
The investment report for January 1991 was distributed.
The regular meeting was adjourned at 9:40 p.m.and the Council met in an executive session to discuss
possible litigation. The executive session was adjourned at 10:10 p.m.and the regular meeting was
reconvened.The regular meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
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