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MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL
September 24,1996
Council Present:Daryl Jackson,Ron Covey,Wayne Rimple,Grant Nichols, Bob Chapman,Bill Reese,
and Richard Pearce
MINUTES:Dr.Covey moved that the minutes of the August 27 meeting be approved as submitted,
seconded by Mr.Pearce,and passed unanimously.
Mr.Pearce moved that the minutes of the September 10 meeting be approved as submitted,seconded
by Mr.Nichols, 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 Dr.Covey,andpassed with Mr.Rimple abstaining from voting for that portion ofthe bills toMoses Lake
Steel Supply and Faber Industrial Supply.
Vouchers audited and certifiedbythe 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 listingwhich 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 September 24,1996 for the funds listed beloware approved in the amountof
$249,779.39.
GENERAL FUND
PATHS &TRAILS
STREET
STREET REPAIR/RECON
EQUIPMENT LEASES
STREET IMPROVEMENT
PARK &REC.IMPROVEMENT
CENTRAL DRIVE LID
WATER/SEWER FUND
^-^Prepaid Claims:Prepaid claims approved by the City Manager according to the process established by
Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.030 andthe internal control policy approved bythe City Council have
been recorded ona listing which has been made available to the City Council.The claims listed below
are approved inthe amountof $566,600.14 for all funds.
GENERAL FUND $ 8,095.00 WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 31,972.07
STREET 61,010.54 BUILD MAI NT-OPERATIONS 227,886.66
STREET IMPROVEMENT 186,551.78 LID #56 2,032.23
PARK&REC.IMPROVEMENT 48,191.18 TOTAL $566,600.14
WATER/SEWER FUND 860.68
Checks:Checks 10099 through 10268 issued on September 11,1996were approved for payment atthe
Council meeting held on September 24,1996 in the total amount of $321,696.22.
Payroll:The payroll issued on September 24,1996 having been approved pursuant tothe rule ofthe City
Council set forth in Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.040,was paid bychecks 96957 through 97182 in
the amount of $271,631.34.
I.CITIZEN INPUT -None
II.EMPLOYEE PRESENTATIONS
Police Department:Sharon Hopperstad and Antonette Ponozzo,Police Clerks,were presented toCouncil.
III.CONSENT AGENDA
Lacuna West1stAdd.Pre.Plat - Set Date to Consider:October 8wasset as the date to consider the /^?u
i)Laguna West 1st Add.Preliminary Plat.
Marina Shores PURD Pre.Plat -Set Date to Consider:October 8was set as the date to consider the //<$<*
Marina Shores PURD Pre. Plat.
Firing Range -Annexation:ANotice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings and aPetition for /0z/-
Annexation with regard to the city's firing range was received and referred to the Planning Commission
for a recommendation on the annexation.
$22,885.01 WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 312.82
181.13 WATER/SEWER LEASES 1,347.48
24,847.06 SANITATION FUND -3.84
47.30 AIRPORT 4,516.62
16,048.07 CENTRAL SERVICES 13,611.50
30,616.13 EQUIP RENTAL-OPERATIONS 34,184.27
15,378.55 BUILD MAINT-OPERATIONS 13,798.12
848.13 FIREMANS PENSION 72.05
312.82 M. L.YPTF 641.06
TOTAL $249,629.39
Towing -Contract:The City Manager requested ratification of his signing of the Towing Services ///
Agreement with Moses Lake Towing.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the Consent Agenda be approved,seconded by Mr.Nichols,and
passed unanimously.
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IV.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS
WASTEWATER FLUSH TRUCK
Staff recommended that the bid for the wastewater flush truck be awarded to Northland Truck.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the bid for the wastewater flush truck be awarded to Northland
Truck,seconded by Dr.Covey,and passed unanimously.
V.PETITIONS.COMMUNICATIONS.OR PUBLIC HEARINGS O
PRE-TREATMENT PROGRAMS
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that there has been discussion about the city being approved
for a pre-treatment program.In order to answer the questions that have arisen about such a program, it
was decided to have the Department of Ecology present information on a pre-treatment program and what
is involved.
Ken Merrill,Department of Ecology,gave a presentation on wastewater pre-treatment programs.The
advantages,liabilities,time involved in getting a program approved,and the involvement of the DOE in
such a program was discussed.
There was considerable discussion concerning the issue but no action was taken.
|$V^OBIE MEDIA -SIGN APPEAL)C7°
Obie Media Corporation appealed the Planning Commission determination which affirmed the Zoning
Administrator's Notice of Violation for a billboard sign located at 1925 W.Broadway and owned by Harley
Brotherton.The sign was moved to a different location on the property owned by Mr.Brotherton.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the sign was moved to accommodate construction on Mr.
Brotherton's property. A notice of violation was issued and an appeal was taken to the Planning
Commission.The Planning Commission determined that the sign was moved and relocated.The
determination of the Planning Commission was appealed to the Council.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the decision of the Planning Commission be affirmed,seconded
by Dr.Covey,and passed unanimously.
BASEBALL
Randy Boruff, President, Columbia Basin Youth Baseball,requested the assistance of the city in bidding
for the 1999 Senior Babe Ruth World Series.The cost to bring this event to Moses Lake would be
$40,000 spread out over four installments which the City of Moses Lake would have to guarantee.It is
planned to sell 8 corporate sponsorships of $5,000 each and advance ticket sales should bring in $15,000.
This would bring in $65,000 and the city would never have to come up with any of the money.
Mr.Boruff explained the project for the Council.
After some discussion it was the consensus of the Council that staff look into the legality of the city using
funds in this manner.
/V/5 ORDINANCE -FIXING 1997 TAXATION -PUBLIC HEARING/2ND READINGpl0'
An ordinance was presented which fixes the estimated amount to be received from municipal purposes
from assessed valuations on property within the City of Moses Lake.
The public hearing was opened.There were no comments.
Action Taken:Dr.Covey moved that the public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed
unanimously.
The ordinance fixing the estimated amount to be received from municipal purposes from taxations on
assessed valuations on property within the City of Moses Lake, Washington for 1997 was read by title
only.
Action Taken:Dr.Covey moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted, seconded by Mr.
Nichols, and passed unanimously.
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VI.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE -COMMERCIAL STREET VACATION -2ND READING
An ordinance was presented which vacates a portion of Commercial Street located behind Les Schwab
Tires Short Plat.The vacation of the street would landlock two parcels of property, but since they are
owned by the company requesting the vacation, it should not create any problems.The Planning
Commission recommended that the vacation be approved.
\s Joseph K. Gavinski, City Manager,stated that staff has discovered that the property was conveyed to the
city by a deed rather than being dedicated on a plat.
The ordinance vacating a portion of Commercial Avenue 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.
ORDINANCE -FIRE HYDRANTS -1ST READING
An ordinance was presented which increases the maximum distance from buildings to fire hydrants in
commercial areas to 250'and 400'in residential areas,while not changing hydrant spacing on streets.
Dave Helms, Fire Chief,explained the changes to the Council.
The ordinance amending Chapter 16.48 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Fire Hydrants"was
read by title only.
Action Taken:Dr.Covey moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Nichols,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -MANUFACTURED HOME PARKS -SETBACKS -1ST READING
An ordinance was presented which clarifies the separation standards within manufactured home parks to
allow nonhabitable additions to manufactured homes to be within 6'of adjacent manufactured homes.
'^y There was some discussion by the Council on the proposed separation standards.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.65 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Manufactured Home
Parks"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Nichols, and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCES -BUILDING HEIGHTS -1ST READINGS
Ordinances were presented which increase the height limitations in residential areas from 30' to 35'.
Mr.Pearce pointedoutthat raising the height limitations will resultinobstructionofviews and an ordinance
amendment will affect all residential construction in the affected zones,not just Dr. Earl's home.He felt
that additional study would be helpful.
Dr.Earl pointed out that height limits are measured from different points in the various cities but his
proposed home could be built in every city in the State of Washington.He pointed outthat 75%ofthe
homes in the architectural books are over 30' in height.
Jack St.Marie,builder,stated that the information provided by staff includes some incorrect assumptions.
He again pointed outthat the home could be built anywhere in thestateexceptthe City of Moses Lake.
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Therewas some discussion bythe Council on the building height issue and itwas felt thatthe Planning
Commission should review the matter.
Action Taken:Dr.Covey movedthatthe building height issue be referred to the Planning Commission
for review,seconded by Mr.Chapman, and passed with Mr.Reese opposed.
VII.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS -None
VIII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
ORDINANCE -SAMARITAN HOSPITAL ZONE CHANGE -1ST READING
Grant County Hospital District #1 has requested a zone change from R-2,Single Family and Duplex,to
R-3,Multi-family Residential,for property north of Plum Street and described as Tax #4193.The zone
change is sought in order to facilitate the future construction of medical facilities on the property.The
Planning Commission recommended that the zone change request be approved with the stipulation that
the Hospital District submit a letter of intent stating that the property will be used for medical facilities or
a rezone back to R-2 will be requested.
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The ordinance amending Section 18.09.020 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr. Rimple moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,the findings of fact
be accepted,and a public hearing be set for October 8,seconded by Dr.Covey,and passed unanimously.
HAYDEN CAMPUS 1ST ADD.PRELIMINARY MAJOR PLAT
Phil Bloom,Columbia Northwest Engineering,has submitted a 23 lot major plat within the R-1 zone located
south ofNelson Road.Variances have been requested from the lot design standards and the requirement ^_
to improve Nelson Road to city standards.Grant County is requiring the developer to reconstruct Nelson f)
Road 36'wide with a double shot BST surface.The Planning Commission recommended thatthe variance
on the lot design standards be granted,that the variance request to defer curb,gutter,and sidewalk
improvements on the south side of Nelson Road be granted with the stipulation that a covenant or
alternative method of insuring the improvements to Nelson Road in the future be required,and that the
preliminary plat be approved.
Gary Harer, Municipal Services Director,pointed out that the attempt to annex Nelson Road failed and so
a franchise was required to place city utilities in county right-of-way.The county required the developer
to install a 36'double shot BST road.
Dr.Covey pointed out that if curbs,gutters,and sidewalks were to be constructed they would be on county
right-of-way sowhy would a variance from the city be required.He was also concerned about a safe place
for pedestrians along Nelson Road.
Mr.Harer pointed out they are considered off-site improvements and a covenant should be required for
those improvements at a future time.
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager,pointed out that it was suggested to the county that the county take
over the portion of Nelson Road currently in the city so that the entirety of Nelson Road would be under
one jurisdiction.It appears the county is amenable to that solution.
Mr. Bloom explained the project to the Council. He pointed out that the 36' road width provides for a 6'
bike path/walkway outside the fog line. Nelson Road has been designed so that it can be brought up to
city standards in the future. The design grade provides for the construction of curbs,gutters,and
sidewalks in the future.
Mr.Jackson pointed out that since Nelson Road is in the county, the improvements to Nelson Road will
be the responsibility of the county.
Karen Edwards suggested that a bicycle path be placed on the East Columbia Basin Irrigation property
rather than adjacent to Nelson Road.
Itwas pointed out that the city has no jurisdiction along Nelson Road and that the County Commissioners
should be contacted about the problem.
Mike O'Konek, 2225 Admiral Road,suggested that the developers install a bicycle path on the south side
of Nelson Road since they saved money on the improvement of Nelson Road.
It was mentioned that such a possibility be discussed directly with the developers since the proeprty is
owned by another party.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the variance on the lot design standards be granted, that the
variance request to defer curb, gutter, and sidewalk improvements on the south side of Nelson Road be
granted with the stipulation that a covenant or alternative method of insuring the improvements to Nelson
Road in the future be required, the preliminary plat be approved, and the findings of fact be accepted,
seconded by Mr.Pearce,and passed unanimously.
IX.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION -None
X.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS -None
XI.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
INVESTMENT REPORT
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the city received $47,213.23 in interest income forAugust
1996.
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Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,presented information tothe Council onthecostof installing automatic
doors at the library.The matter will be reviewed during budget study sessions.
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GROWTH MANAGEMENT -PUBLIC MEETING
Joseph K.Gavinski,CityManager,informedthe Council ofthe public hearing held bythe countyto discuss
the city's Interim Urban Growth Management Area.A second public hearing has been set for October 10
at the grange building at the fairgrounds.
SALES TAX/TRANSIENT RENTAL ^,f
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that on September 30 the city will receive $259,769.69 from 1/0J&
(J sales taxes and $16,966.21 from transient rental income.
DOT OFF-RAMP -POTATO HILL ROAD
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,statedthatthe Washington State Department ofTransportation will be
at the October 8 1996 Couincil meeting to discuss construciton projects.
BIKE PATH
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the bike path project is not quite finished and that a
completion ceremony will be held in the spring.
MEDICAL INSURANCE
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,statedthat medical insurance is available to the City Council through
teh AWC Employee BenefitTrust. The Citiy Council would have to come inas a group and would have
to have at least 4 members participate.
BUDGET STUDY SESSIONS
Joseph k.Gavinski,City Manager,suggested that the budget study sessions be set for October 21 and
23.
ZAMBONI
"Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager,stated that the city has the opportunityto acquire a used zamboni for
^J $10,000 from Eagles Ice Arena in Spokane.There are funds available in the Equipment Rental Fund.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that the city be authorized to purchase the zamboni,seconded by Mr.
Nichols,and passed unanimously.
1996 OVERLAY PROJECT/STREET PROJECT
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager, pointed out that change orders were required for the overlay project
and the street project.The change order for the overlay project is for the installation of electrical conduit
for the new lighting as well as the future electrically operated gates in the fence.This change will cost
about $15,800 but will still leave the project under budget.The change orders for the street project
involves the installation ofconduit as required by the Grant County PUD at a cost of $22,000,an increase
in asphalt thickness to 3" on Fig and Block and 4" on Third at a cost of $17,000,and repair of water line
problems on Peninsula streets at a cost of $16,218.91.
The regular meeting was adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
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BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION/CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MOSES LAKE,WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF THE HAYDEN CAMPUS
FIRST ADDITION MAJOR PLAT
HAYDEN CAMPUS 1ST ADDITION
FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS,
AND DECISION
1.HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
1.1 Date. A publicmeeting was held upon proper notice before the Commission on August 29,
1996.
1.2 Proponent. Hayden Enterprises is the proponent of this plat.
1.3 Purpose.The proponent has submitted a plat for propertywhich is legally described upon
the plat.Citystaff has confirmedthe property described on the platis 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.
D.Comments from the public.
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 of the property.
2.2 The property is currently zoned R-1,Single Family Residential.
2.3 The development is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan
2.4 The development is a continuation of a residential development
3.CONCLUSIONS BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
From the foregoing findings of fact the Commission makes the following conclusions:
3.1 The Planning Commission of the City of Moses Lake is vested with the authority to recom
mend to the City Council the advisability of approving a plat.
3.2 The plat is properly before the Commission for its recommendation.
3.3 It is proper atthistime for the Planning Commission to make a recommendation onthis plat.
3.4 It is in the best interests andwelfare ofthe city's citizens to plat the property as proposed.
4.RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
On the basis of the foregoing findings of fact and conclusions,it is the recommendation of the
Planning Commission ofthe City of Moses Lake tothe City Council ofthe City of Moses Lake that
the plat be approved.
5.FURTHER HEARING BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL
5.1 Date.A public meeting was held upon proper notice before the Council on September24
1996.
5.2 Proponent.Hayden Enterprises isthe proponent ofthis plat.
5.3 Purpose.The proponent has submitted a final plat for property legally described upon the
plat.City staff has confirmed the property described on the plat is 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.
D.Comments from the public.
6.FURTHER FINDINGS OF FACT BY THE CITY COUNCIL.O
Based upon the evidence presented to them, the Council makes the following findings of fact:
6.1 The proponentis the owner of the property.
6.2 The property is currently zoned R-1,Single Family Residential.
6.3 The development is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan
6.4 The development is a continuation of a residential development
7.FURTHER CONCLUSIONS BY THE CITY COUNCIL.
From the foregoing findings of fact the Council makes the following conclusions:
7.1 The City Council of the City of Moses Lakeis 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 properat this time for the City Council to make a decision on this preliminary plat.
8.DECISION.
The City Council of the City of Moses Lake agrees with the recommendation of the Planning /^"\
Commission and approves the preliminary plat and approved the variance on the lot design
standards and the variance to defer curb, gutter, and sidewalk improvements on the south side of
Nelson Road with the stipulation that a covenant oralternative method of insuringthe improvements
to Nelson Road in the future be required.
Dated:September 24,1996
Daryl Jaetfsdn,Mayor
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