1996 02 275087
MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL
February 27,1996
Council Present:Wayne Rimple,Bob Chapman,Daryl Jackson,Grant Nichols,Bill Reese,and Richard
Pearce Absent Chet Paine
MINUTES:Mr.Rimple moved that the minutes of the February 13 meeting be approved as submitted,
seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF BILLS.CHECKS.AND PREPAID CLAIMS
i J Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the bills,checks,and prepaid claims issued be approved,seconded
^""^by Mr.Pearce,and passed with Mr.Rimple abstaining from voting on that portion ofthe bills to Moses
Lake Steel Supply.
Vouchers audited and certified by the Finance Directoras required by RCW42.24.080,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 27,1996 for the funds listed below are approved in the amount of
$199,752.59.
GENERAL FUND
PATHS &TRAILS
STREET
EQUIPMENT LEASES
CENTRAL DRIVE LID
WATER/SEWER FUND
MONROE STREET ULID 6
WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION
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 recorded on a listing which has been made available to the City Council.The claims listed below
-~-~are approved in the amount of $1,842.67 for all funds.
GENERAL FUND $146.30 CENTRAL SERVICES 2.83
CENTRAL DRIVE LID 18.90 BUILD MAINT-OPERATION 583.75
WATER/SEWER FUND 1,090.89 TOTAL $1,842,67
Checks:Checks 47847 through 48061 issued on February 14,1996 were approved for payment at the
Council meeting held on February 27, 1996 in the total amount of $325,795.96.
Payroll:The payroll issued on February 23,1996 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 93423 through 93626 in
the amount of $258,705.47.
I.CITIZEN INPUT -None
II.EMPLOYEE PRESENTATIONS -None
III.CONSENT AGENDA -None
IV.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS
PEDESTRIAN/BIKE PATH
Staff recommended that the bid for the pedestrian/bike path along the lake be awarded to Patterson
Custom Concrete.
^J Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the bid be awarded to Patterson Custom Concrete,seconded by
Mr.Rimple, and passed unanimously.
V.PETITIONS.COMMUNICATIONS.OR PUBLIC HEARINGS
SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE -PHASED DEVELOPMENTS
PhilBloom, Columbia Northwest Engineering, has requested time to discuss with the Council the possibility
of amending the Subdivision Ordinance to allow the phased development of subdivisions within the
approved preliminary plat period.
25,643.27 WATER/SEWER LEASES 1,107.25
161.20 SANITATION FUND 6.67
16,015.24 AIRPORT 8.00
13,604.24 UNEMPL COMP INS 369.32
6.50 CENTRAL SERVICES 16,707.50
28,747.43 EQUIP RENTAL-OPERATIONS 86,748.06
44.80 BUILD MAINT-OPERATIONS 9,822.11
585.00 FIREMANS PENSION 1886.00
TOTAL $199,752.59
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Mr.Bloom requested that the ordinances be amended to allow a phased subdivision within the preliminary
plat approval period.This would eliminate the need for each phase to have both a preliminary and final
plat approval.A phased development would allow the developer to recapture the initial costs of the
development.Mr.Bloom pointed out that each phase would have to meet all city requirements for streets
and utilities.There may be temporary cul de sacs at the end of streets but bonds could be provided for
their construction after a certain period of time if the phased development is not completed.
There was considerable discussion by the Council on the possible benefits and problems relating to a
phased development.
It was the consensus ofthe Council that the question of phased developments be referred to the Planning
Commission.
£PRESENTATION -MOSES LAKE FIRE FIGHTERS
Keith Baldwin,Administrator of Samaritan Hospital,presented Dave Helms, Fire Chief, with a resolution
thanking the Moses Lake Fire Fighters for their many years of collaboration and service in the operation
of the Samaritan Ambulance Service.
glf ORDINANCES -R-1. R-2.&R-3 ZONES -1ST READING
Ordinances were presented which amend the R-1, R-2, and R-3 zones related to the placement of
manufactured homes.
The public hearing was opened.
James Reuter,Advantage Homes,felt that the changes in the ordinances are good except for the
requirement for a recessed entry and the covered parking area as these are not health and safety issues
but are personal preferences.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed
unanimously.
There was some discussion by the Council concerning the R-1 Zone.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.16 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "R-1,Single Family
Residential Zone"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted with the following
changes:
18.16.030 L.Factory-built housing constructed on a chassis.
18.16.250 E.delete in its entirety
G.Residential structures shall have a designated route from the main entrance of the
residence to the street.
seconded by Mr.Pearce.
Mr.Chapman wanted to know if a covered parking area would have to be maintained if a home were
remodeled to include an existing garage in the living space.
James A. Whitaker, City Attorney,stated that upon passage of this ordinance, a covered parking area
would have to be maintained even upon a remodel of a residence.The ordinance would apply to
residences built after this ordinance is passed.Residences built before the passage of this ordinance
would be considered a non-conforming use and enclosure of an existing garage or carport would not
require the addition of a covered parking area.
The motion passed with Mr.Reese and Mr.Chapman opposed.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.19 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "R-2,Single Family f~\
and Two Family Residential Zone"was read by title only.
There was some discussion by the Council on the R-2 Zone.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted with the following
changes:
18.19.020 A.6.Manufactured homes
18.19.250 E. All manufactured homes shall be new and previously untitled and shall bear the insignia
of approval by the State of Washington or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development indicating compliance with the 1974 National Mobile Home Construction Safety
Act (effective June 15,1976).
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G.Delete in its entirety
I.Residential structures shall have a designated surfaced route from the main entrance of the
residence to the street.
seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed with Mr.Chapman opposed.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.22 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "R-3, Multi-family
Residential Zone"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted with the following
changes:
18.22.020 A.7.Manufactured homes
18.22.270 E. All manufactured homes shall be new and previously untitled and shall bear the insignia
of approval by the State of Washington or the U. S.Department of Housing and Urban
Development indicating compliance with the 1974 National Mobile Home Construction Safety
Act (effective June 15,1976).
G.Delete in its entirety
I.Residential structures shall have a designated surfaced route from the main entrance of the
residence to the street.
J.Delete in its entirety
seconded by Mr.Pearce,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -ULID #6 -1ST READING
An ordinance was presented which confirms the assessment roll for ULID #6 for Monroe Street improve
ments.
The public hearing was opened.There were no comments.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Pearce,and passed
unanimously.
The ordinance approving and confirming the assessments and assessment roll of ULID6 which has been
created and established for the purpose of paying the cost of improving Monroe Street between Nelson
Road and Sharon Avenue by constructing and installing a sanitary sewersystem in the City of Moses Lake
as provided by Ordinance No.1652 and levying and assessing the amountthereofagainst the several lots,
tracts, parcels of land, and other property shown on said roll was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Reese,and passed unanimously.
VI.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE -STREET NAMES -2ND READING
An ordinance was presented which changes Clark Drive to ClarkRoad and Tana Drive to Peninsula Drive
and Lakeshore Drive.This change will bring those street names into conformity with current usage.
The ordinanceamending Chapter 12.32 ofthe Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Addresses and Street
Names"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Reese,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -BUILDING PERMITS -2ND READING
An ordinance was presented which provides that an owner, buyer, or vendor of a manufactured home is
responsible forobtaining a manufactured home placement permit.
The ordinance amending Moses Lake Municipal Code Chapter 16.12 entitled "Building Permits" and
Section 16.12.045 was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Nichols, and passed unanimously.
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jQo (P ORDINANCE -BRYAN ANNEXATION -SINGLE READING
An ordinance was presented which corrects the legal description of the property annexed under the Bryan
annexation.The boundaries of the annexed property will not change.
The ordinance amending Ordinance 1694 which annexes certain specified territory to the City of Moses
Lake,Washington and incorporating the same within the corporate limits of the City of Moses Lake, and
which provides forthe assumption of existing indebtedness and establishes the zoning was read by title
only.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that an emergency be declared and the ordinance be adopted on a
single reading,seconded by Mr. Nichols,and passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION -ACCEPT DONATION
A resolution was presented which accepts $800 from the Moses Lake Police Department Benefit
Association to the Community Crime Prevention program.
The resolution accepting a donation to the Moses Lake Police Crime Prevention Programwas read by title
only.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed
unanimously.
VII.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS
1996 STREET CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Staff requested authorization to call for bids for the 1996 Street Construction Project.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that staff be authorized to call for bids,seconded by Mr.Rimple,and
passed unanimously.
jq'^Ip RESERVOIR #8
Staff requested authorization to call for bids to construct Reservoir #8 located north of Ernie's Truck Stop.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that staff be authorized to call for bids,seconded by Mr. Nichols,and
passed unanimously.
VIII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
ORDINANCE -DESERT LAKES GOLF RANGE PLANNED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT -1ST
njll/READING
Jim Denton and Greg Hanes have submitted a planned commercial development preliminary plat for a
12.17 acre development to be located on the north side ofYakima Avenue and east of Broadway Avenue.
The proposed plat would accommodate a mixed use development.The subdivision will be served with
city water and sanitary sewer.Street,utility, and storm water control infrastructure,will be constructed to
city standards.The Planning Commission recommended that the preliminary plat be approved with the
stipulation that the standards for the safety netting not exceed 120'in height.
There was some discussion and the Council requested that the particular improvements be tied to the
zone in which they will be located.
The ordinance creating a planned commercial development district of Moses Lake pursuant to Moses Lake
Municipal Code 18.22.020 (8) and Moses Lake Municipal Code 16.67 was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted with an amendment
to Section 2 indicating that allthe requirements and standards of the R-3, R-2, and C-2 zones shall apply
to the Planned Commercial Development District#1 as outlined on the attached map,the Findings of Fact
be accepted,and a public hearing be set for March 12,seconded by Mr.Pearce, and passed unanimously.^">
(,/\RESOLUTION -DALLUM -BUILD ON UNPLATTED PROPERTY
Quinton Dallum has submitted a request to build on unplatted property, which is a portion of Penn Plaza
#2 Short Plat. The request is sought in order to allow the construction of a new 30'by 50'detail shop on
the subject property. All street and utility improvements have been constructed inthis area.The Planning
Commission recommended that the request to buildon unplatted property be granted with the stipulation
that a record of survey be required.
Mr.Jackson stated that he had a conflict of interest on this item and left the room.
The resolution allowing Quinton and Jacqueline Dallum to build on unplatted property was read by title
only.
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Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the resolution be adopted and that a record of survey be required,
seconded by Mr.Chapman,and passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION -PENHALLURICK -BUILD ON UNPLATTED PROPERTY
Richard D. Penhallurick has requested permission to build on Tax #8581 which is unplatted property.
Currently five homes and a bam are located on the property. A gravel road provides access to the
housing units from the rear of the Payless and Lamonts building.The property is located southwest of,
and adjacent to,Walmart,bordered by the Moses Lake shoreline and surrounded by the commercial
\\development located east of Stratford Road.Mr.Penhallurick is proposing a 250 square foot kitchen
addition to the 901 Penn Plaza residence,a 300 square foot living room addition to the 905 Penn Plaza
residence,and a garage to be used for storage.The area is zoned C-2,General Commercial and
Business,and the Comprehensive Plan depicts the area as Commercial.The Planning Commission
recommended to the City Council that the request to build on unplatted property be granted.
Gary G. Harer, Municipal Services Director,stated that it would be very difficult to plat this property.
The resolution allowing Richard D.Penhallurick to build on unplatted property was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Nichols, and passed
unanimously.
LARSON PLAYFIELD PRELIMINARY PLAT
The City of Moses Lake has submitted a preliminary plat for a 22.72 acre three (3) lot subdivision,which
incorporates the Larson Playfield area.The proposed plat would accommodate public recreational uses.
The subdivision will be served with city water and sanitary sewer.The Planning Commission recommend
ed that the preliminary plat be approved.
Gary G. Harer, Municipal Services Director,pointed out that with the new development ofthe Desert Lakes
Golf Range,Yakima Avenue will not be extended through the plat.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the preliminary plat be approved and the Findings of Fact be
accepted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
\J BROADWAY BUSINESS PARK #2 VARIANCE REQUEST
Phil Bloom,Columbia Northwest Engineering,on behalf ofthe Broadway Business Park#2,has requested
the following plat variances:
1.Variance to the improvement of Block Street to city standards and installation of city water from Third
Avenue southeast to the end of the plat.
2.Variance to construct a temporary graveled cul de sac at the end ofThird Avenue as shown on the
plat.
3.Variance to the requirement to extend sewer on East Broadway as the property will be served from
Third Avenue.
The Planning Commission recommended to the Council that the variance requests be granted with the
stipulation that a covenant for street and utility improvements on Block Street be required.
Mr.Bloom explained the reasons for the variances to the Council.
Mr.Chapman requested that consideration be given to developing Block Street at this time due to the
favorable bids that were received on the construction of the new fire station.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that there is a possibility that the FmHA loan could be enough
to cover the cost of constructing the street.The construction of Block Street could be included as an
addendum on the project.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the variance requests be granted with the stipulation that a
covenant for street and utility improvements on Block Street be required,seconded by Mr.Reese,and
passed unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that an alternative be added to the 1996 Street Construction Project
for the construction of Block Street,seconded by Mr.Rimple,and passed unanimously.
MOSES LAKE CENTER RETAIL SHORT PLAT VARIANCE REQUEST
Gerald Molitor,on behalf of the Moses Lake Center Retail Short Plat,has submitted the following plat
variancerequests to defer improvements associated withthe platting of the property.
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1.Variance to the improvement of Lark Street beyond the entrance to the site which is 100'from Pioneer
Way.
2.Variance to allow the relocation of the overhead power lines above ground.The existing power lines
currently enter and exit this area above ground.
The Planning Commission recommended to the Council that the variance request to defer improvements
to Lark Street be granted with the stipulation that a covenant be required.Since variances to the
placement of power lines is a Council function, the Commission took no action on the request to relocate
the overhead power lines above ground.f**)
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the variance requests be granted with the stipulation that a
covenant be required for the street and utility improvements on Lark Street,seconded by Mr.Chapman,
and passed unanimously.
IX.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
DRIVEWAY VARIANCES
Staff has received 8 driveway variance requests with regard to the 1996 street construction project.The
driveway variances are as follows:
1. Paul and Evelyn Blake,610 S.Pommer,requested a 28'driveway instead of the allowed 20'
driveway.Staff has no problems with this request.
2. Don Grotewold,625 S.Pommer,requested a 25.5'driveway instead of the allowed 20'driveway.
Staff has no problems with this request.
3.Sue Lantz,4327 W.Lakeshore Drive,requested a 37'driveway instead of the allowed 20'driveway.
Staff recommended a 25'driveway.
4.Steve Hoffman,4312 Peninsula Drive,requested a 24'driveway instead ofthe allowed 20'driveway.
Staff has no problems with this request.
5. John Lucero,509 S.Pommer,requested a 27'driveway instead of the allowed 20'driveway.Staff
has no problems with this request.
6. Gordon Redmer,Lots 13 & 14, Block 107,Suko-Penhallurick Addition,requested a 40'driveway
instead of the allowed 30' driveway.Staff recommended that a 30'driveway be constructed 5' from
the northwest property line.
7. Jim Hill,Lots 19-24,Block 106,Suko-Penhallurick Addition,requested two 30'driveways.Staff
recommended that two 20'driveways be constructed.
8. Francis Rigsby, Lots 13-18,Block 106, Penhallurick Addition,requested two 25' foot driveways.
Staff recommended that two 20'driveways be constructed and that they be closer to the northwest
property line.
Gary G. Harer, Municipal Services Director,stated that Mr.Hoffman had withdrawn his request.
There was some discussion by the Council on the driveway variance requests.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the request fora 27' driveway variance forJohn Lucero at 509 S.
Pommer be granted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
ActionTaken:Mr.Rimple moved that the request for a 28' drivewayvariance forPaul&Evelyn Blake at
610 S.Pommer be changed to a 27' driveway and the variance be granted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and
passed unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that the request for two 30' driveway variances forJim Hill on Lots
19-24,Block 106,Suko-Penhallurick Addition be changed to two 20' driveways that meet the setback
requirements and the variance be granted,seconded by Mr.Nichols,and passed unanimously.f~\
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the request fora 37' driveway for Sue Lantz at 4327 W.Lakeshore
Drive be granted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the request for a 25.5' driveway for Don Grotewold at 625 S.
Pommer, be granted,seconded by Mr.Chapman, and passed unanimously.
ActionTaken:Mr.Pearce moved that the request for a 40' driveway forGordon Redmer on Lots 13&14,
Block107,Suko-Penhallurick Addition be tabled, seconded by Mr.Nichols,and passed unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearcemoved that the request for two 25'foot driveways for Francis Rigsby on Lots
13 - 18, Block 106,Penhallurick Addition,be changed to two 20' driveways that meet the setback
requirements,seconded by Mr.Nichols,and passed unanimously.
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X.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
SECOND LAKE CROSSING
Mr.Chapman raised the question of acquiring right-of-way for the second lake crossing on new plats
submitted along the proposed route.
COUNCIL/STAFF RETREAT
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager,distributed the preliminary agenda for the Council/staff retreat
scheduled for March 8, 9,and 10,1996 in Leavenworth.
XI.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
SALES TAX/TRANSIENT RENTAL INCOME
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Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that on February 29 the city will receive $251,995.18 in sales
tax revenue and $4,867.12 in transient rental income.
AGCT MEETING
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager, reminded the Council of the AGCT meeting scheduled for Thursday,//3J
February 29,in Quincy.
The regular meeting was adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
ATTEST:
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BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION/CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MOSES LAKE,WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF THE LARSON
PLAYFIELD PRELIMINARY PLAT
LARSON PLAYFIELD PRELIMINARY PLAT
FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS,
AND DECISION
1.HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
1.1 Date. A public hearing was held upon proper notice before the Commission on January 25,
1996.
1.2 Proponent.The City of Moses Lake is the proponent of this 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 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.
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 Public.
2.3 There were no objections from the public.
2.4 It is consistent with existing uses.
2.5 Itwill benefit the public welfare.
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 at this time for the Planning Commission to make a recommendation on this plat.
3.4 It is in the best interests and welfare of the 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 of the City of Moses Lake to the City Council of the 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 February 27,
1996.
5.2 Proponent.The City of Moses Lake is the proponent of this 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.
6.FURTHER FINDINGS OF FACT BY THE CITY COUNCIL.
Based upon the evidence presented to them, the Council makes the following findings of fact:
6.1 The proponent is the owner of the property.f~}
6.2 The property is currently zoned Public.
6.3 There were no objections from the public.
6.4 It is consistent with existing uses.
6.5 It will benefit the public welfare.
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 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 It is proper at 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.
Dated:February 27, 1996 <>
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BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION/CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MOSES LAKE,WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF THE PRELIMINARY
PLAT FOR THE LARSON RECREATION
PLANNED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
LARSON RECREATION PLANNED
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENTPRELIMINARY
PLAT
FINDINGS OF FACT,CONCLUSIONS,
AND DECISION
1.HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
1.1 Date. A public meeting was held upon propernotice before the Commission on January 11,
1996.
1.2 Proponent.Jim Denton and Greg Hanes are the proponents of this plat.
1.3 Purpose.The proponents have submitted a plat for property which is legally described upon
the plat.City staff has confirmed the propertydescribed on the platis the propertysubmitted
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.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 of the property.
^J 2.2 The property is currently zoned R-3,Multi-family Residential,C-2,General Commercial &
Business,and R-2,Single Family and Two Family Residential.
2.3 There is public support for the project
2.4 The development is consistent with existing recreational uses in the area
2.5 The project is compatible with development in the area
2.6 The project has been conditioned to address safety issues
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 at this time forthe Planning Commission to make a recommendation on this plat.
3.4 It is in the best interests and welfare of the 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 of the Cityof Moses Lake to the CityCouncilof the 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 February 27,
1996.
5.2 Proponent.Jim Denton and Greg Hanes are the proponents of this plat.
5.3 Purpose.The proponents have submitted a preliminary 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.
6.FURTHER FINDINGS OF FACT BY THE CITY COUNCIL.{**)
Based upon the evidence presented to them,the Council makes the following findings of fact:
6.1 The proponents are the owners of the property.
6.2 The property is currently zoned R-3, Multi-family Residential,C-2,General Commercial and
Business,and R-2,Single Family and Two Family Residential.
6.3 There is public support for the project
6.4 The development is consistent with existing recreational uses in the area
6.5 The project is compatible with development in the area
6.6 The project has been conditioned to address safety issues
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 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 It is proper at this time forthe 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.
Dated:February 27,1996
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