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MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL
April 25,1995
Council Present:Wayne Rimple,Chet Paine, Bob Chapman,Bill Reese,Daryl Jackson, and Richard
Pearce Absent:Dick Collier
MINUTES:Mr.Chapman requested that the minutes of the April 11 meeting on the item dealing with
Utility System Development Charges be changed to read"The charge shall be paid upon application for,
rather than of, a building permit or upon a request to connect to city water."
Mr.Jackson moved that the minutes of the April 11 meeting be approved as amended,seconded by Mr.
Reese,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.Chapman,and passed unanimously.
Vouchers audited and certified by the Finance Directoras required by RCW42.24.080,and those expense
reimbursement claims certified as requiredby RCW42.24.090, 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 April 25, 1995 for the funds listed below are approved in the amount of
$249,826.30.
GENERAL FUND
STREET
STREET REPR/RECON
EQUIPMENT LEASES
STREET IMPROVEMENT
WATER/SEWER FUND
WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION
WATER/SEWER LEASES
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
{^J been recorded on a listing which has been made available to the City Council.The claims listed below
are approved in the amount of $130,204.73 for all funds.
GENERAL FUND $556.02 CENTRAL SERVICES 7.00
WATER/SEWER FUND 10.75 EQUIP RENTAL-OPERATIONS 83.50
SELF-INSURANCE 121,713.00 BUILD MAINT-OPERATION 7,833.86
TOTAL $130,204.63
Checks:Checks 44726 through 44915 issued on April 12,1995 were approved for payment at the Council
meeting held on April 25,1995 in the total amount of $584,151.12.
Payroll:The payroll issued on April 21, 1995 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 88638 through 88816 in
the amount of $247,218.13.
I.CITIZEN INPUT -None
II.EMPLOYEE PRESENTATIONS -None
III.CONSENT AGENDA -None
IV.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS
ROTARY MOWER
\)Fourbids were received forthe rotary mower forthe Parks Departmentand all the vendors took exception
v—^to the specifications which is typical for this type ofpurchase.Staff requested authorization to award the
bid forthe parks rotary motor to Western Equipment Distributors along with the transport trailerwhich will
prevent any premature wear on the hydrostatic drive.
Norm Wills,Western Equipment,the Toro distributor out of Spokane,distributed a brochure on the Toro
mower and explained the advantages of purchasing the Toro.
Mr.Stevens,Machinery Components Co.,representing the Cushman mower,distributed a brochure on
the Cushman mower and felt that it would do an equally good job for the city.
There was some discussion by the Council and it was pointed out that the Cushman had 21 exceptions
to the bid specifications and the Toro had 3 exceptions to the bid specifications.
$28,427.88 STATE WATER POL D/S 40,602.09
19,100.02 SANITATION FUND 6.28
607.26 AIRPORT 8.00
12,895.68 CENTRAL SERVICES -EXEC 817.00
252.23 CENTRAL SERVICES 13,601.18
20,449.55 EQUIP RENTAL-OPERATIONS 19,015.95
87,318.07 BUILD MAINT-OPERATIONS 5,948.83
776.28 TOTAL $249,826.30
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Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the exceptions or bid irregulations be waived and the bid for the
rotary mower and the entire additive package be awarded to Western Equipment Distributors,seconded
by Mr.Pearce,and passed with Mr.Chapman and Mr.Jackson opposed.
PIONEER/NELSON SIGNAL
Staff reported that no bids were received for the installation of the Pioneer/Nelson traffic signal and
recommended that the Council authorize staff to negotiate a contract for the work.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that staff be authorized to negotiate with no less than 4 firms for the f*)
installation of the signal for a cost not to exceed $125,000,seconded by Mr.Pearce,and passed
unanimously.
,n a 1995 SLURRY SEAL PROJECT
Staff requested authorization to award the bid for the 1995 slurry seal project to Blackline,who was the
only bidder.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that staff be authorized to award the bid to Blackline,seconded by Mr.
Jackson,and passed unanimously.
V.PETITIONS.COMMUNICATIONS.OR PUBLIC HEARINGS
SR17/I-90 INTERCHANGE
The Washington State Department of Transportation has submitted the access report for the SR17/I-90
interchange and requested comments from the Council.
Kirk Berg, Project Engineer,Department of Transportation,stated that the project is scheduled for October
1997 depending on funding by the legislature. A hearing on the project will be held on May 18,1995 at
the PUD auditorium.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the access plan be accepted,seconded by Mr.Paine, and passed
with Mr.Chapman opposed.
\Q MEIER 1ST ADDITION -WATER/SEWER SERVICE
Pat Meier is platting property located west of Patton Boulevard and south of Elgin,between Elgin and
Craig Streets.The plat is in the county but is adjacent to city water and sewer services.Mr.Meier
requested authorization to connect to city water and sewer.
Gary Harer,Municipal Services Director,stated that the city has sufficient capacity to meet the demands
of this development.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that the request to hook to city water and sewer be granted,
seconded by Mr.Pearce,and passed unanimously.
^b'A BROTHERTON SEED -BUILD ON UNPLATTED PROPERTY
Wilber Brotherton,W.Brotherton Seed Co., has requested permission to construct a warehouse on
unplatted property leased fromthe Washington Central Railroad Company adjacent to Milwaukee Avenue.
Mr.Brotherton stated that the building will be similar to the existing building,the road will be improved,
and additional paving installed. The building will be used strictly for storage purposes.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the request to build on unplatted property be granted,seconded
by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
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U.S.WEST -UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
U.S.West has requested a varianceto the requirement to underground any new utilities inside the city f)
limits.The Moses Lake School Administration has requested additional telephone servicethat can only
be provided on fiber opticcable,whichis notavailable to the building atthistime. To placethe fiber optic
cable undergroundwould cost approximately$27,000. To placethe fiber optic cable overhead wouldcost
approximately $4,500. The time frame foreither optionwould be 90 days. Overhead lines have been in
existence for many years.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the variance request be granted,seconded by Mr.Reese, and
passed with Mr.Jackson opposed.April 25,1995
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USE OF CITY PROPERTY
Steven Holden, Pedals,Spokes,&Accessories,requested permission to place bicycles on the sidewalk
in front of his business at 208 W.Broadway.
Mr. Holden stated that the sidewalk is 12'wide and the bicycles would only take up 2'of the sidewalk.
Joseph K. Gavinski, City Manager, pointed out that if the bicycles were to be placed in a rack, itwould be
permitted.
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and that the bicycles would be a hazard.
Judy Baker stated that she was concerned about safety in this area if the bicycles are permitted on the
sidewalk.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the requestto place bicycles on the sidewalk be denied,seconded
by Mr.Pearce,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -CRESTVIEW COURT PUD -2ND READING/PUBLIC HEARING
An ordinance was presented which enumerates the permitted uses in the Crestview Court Planned Unit
Development as is required by the Moses Lake Municipal Code.
The ordinance amending Ordinance No.1624 creating Crestview Court Planned Unit Development,
Planned Development District No. 6 was read by title only.
The public hearing was opened.There were no comments.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce movedthatthe public hearing be closed,secondedby Mr.Jackson,and passed
unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearcemovedthatthe second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Jackson,and passed unanimously.
{^J ORDINANCE -NON-CONFORMING USE -2ND READING/PUBLIC HEARING
An ordinance was presentedwhich amends the procedures for considering a non-conforming use inorder
to bring them intocompliance with how the city is currently operating.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.69 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Non-Conforming
Uses"was read by title only.
The public hearing was opened.There were no comments.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese movedthatthe public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Pearce,and passed
unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce movedthatthe second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Chapman,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -LID #58 -PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL -1ST READING/PUBLIC HEARING /as/
An ordinance was presented which establishes LID#58.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that discussions have taken place between the city,the
developer, and the city's bond broker. He stated that only the ordinance forthe LID has been drafted at
this time.Thereisno ordinance for the ULID sincethe bond counsel has recommended thatthe city issue
revenue bonds for its part of the water and sewer improvements.He recommended that if water and
sewer revenue bonds are issued, that the city do the entire improvement and establish a reimbursement
-^)schedule.
The public hearing was opened.
Ron Ratcliff,P.O.Box 1562,felt that the assessment is too high,the development would not benefit his
property, and that the developer should pay the entire cost.
George Twigg,816 Evelyn,felt that his assessment of $14,798 for 150'of asphalt is too high.He feltthe
city or the developer should improve the street. He was opposed to the LID.
Jim Golly,508W.Village,stated that he is opposed to the LID as he felt the assessment is too high and
did not feel it would benefit his property.
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Gloria Morton,6465 Sommerset Blvd.SE,Bellevue,was opposedtothe LID as the streetis considerably
widerthan required by ordinance.She felt the assessment is too high
Joann Amick,2233 102nd Place SE,Bellevue,also felt thatthe assessment is too high.
Jim Cochran,8834 Cochran Road NE,Moses Lake,statedthathe did notfeel the property would benefit
in the amount being assessed.
Ron Baker,Boundary Engineering,representing the developer,stated that the cul de sac named Central
Place will be removed from the LID.^"^
Bob Black,522 Crest,was opposed to the extension of Evelyn Drive to Central Drive due to the increase
in traffic.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved thatthe public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Chapman,and
passed unanimously.
Mr.Rimplewanted to know why the assessments were so high.
Mr.Gavinski stated thatthe figures were supplied by the developer.The city's engineering staff looked
at the figures and the assessments and sent them out. The actual costs may be less since there is a
contingency built intothe preliminary assessment costs. He pointed out that the Crestview project was
only for sewer and underground of utilities.The street improvementwas done by the city.
There was some discussion by the Council because of the high cost of the assessments and the
oversizing of the street.
ActionTaken:Mr.Pearce moved that the first reading of the ordinancebe tabled,seconded by Mr.Paine,
and failed with Mr.Pearce &Mr.Paine in favor and Mr.Chapman,Mr.Jackson,Mr.Reese,and Mr.
Rimple opposed.
There was some additionaldiscussion by the Council on how to grant some reliefto the propertyowners
on Evelyn.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that the first reading of the ordinance be tabled,seconded by Mr.
Jackson,and passed with Mr.Reese opposed.
VI.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
iiff.ORDINANCE -UTILITY SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT CHARGES -2ND READINGJ>
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An ordinance was presented which establishes system development charges for future water and sewer
connections.
The ordinance creating Chapter 3.62 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Utility System
Development Charges"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by
Mr.Jackson,and passed unanimously.
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An ordinance was presented which increases the water and sewer rates forthe city.
The ordinance amending Chapter 13.12 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Water and Sewer
Rates"was read by title only.
There was some discussion about the amount of increase and it was pointed out that the water/sewer fund
needs to generate at least $600,000 per year in orderto provide for maintenance and improvements to
the systems.
ActionTaken:Mr.Pearce moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted, seconded by Mr.
Chapman, and passed with Mr.Paine opposed.
RESOLUTION -ACCEPT DONATION
A resolution was presented which accepts the $2,000 donation from Japan Air Lines.
The resolution accepting a cash donation of $2,000 from Japan Air Lines was read by title only.
ActionTaken:Mr.Jackson moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Pearce, and passed
unanimously.
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VII.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS
MONROE STREET/LAKESIDE DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS
Staff requested authorization to call for bids for improvements to Monroe Street and Lakeside Drive.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that staff be authorized to call for bids, seconded by Mr.Reese, and
passed unanimously.
VIII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
ELKS LODGE -REQUEST FOR FUNDS
The Moses Lake Elks Lodge has requested $4,000 from the Park and Recreation Department to assist
in conducting youth dances as partof their Drug Awareness Program.Since there are no funds in the
Park and Recreation budget,the Park and Recreation Commission suggested thatthe Youth Partnership
Task Force be contacted for assistance and the request be considered by the City Council.
Judy Baker,representing the Elks Drug Awareness Program,pointed outthatthey aresponsoredby the
Elks Lodge and are not actually a partof the Lodge. This program is operated by a committee of 15
people which is made up mainly of youth with adult advisors.She explained that they wish to puton
dances now that the Youth Partnership Task Force has stopped providing that activity.The funds from
the city would help purchase sound equipment and establish a music library forthe dances.
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager, stated that there would have to be a contract approved before funds
could be used since the city cannot make donations.The Youth Partnership Task Force is funded by
several different governmental agencies through inter-local agreements.
There was some discussion bythe Council and itwas pointedout that the city has no legal way to donate
funds to any organization.
LAUREL DRIVE VACATION -1ST READING
Midstate Land Co.has requested the vacation of the portion of Laurel Drive which abuts Block 3 of the
Riviera Addition Plat.An easement for public utilities will be needed as there are electrical and telephone
^J lines in the area.
The ordinance vacating a portion of Laurel Drive was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Reese,and passed with Mr.Chapman opposed.
PAUGH -NON-CONFORMING STRUCTURE
Karen and David Paugh have submitted a request to allow an addition to their existing residence at 904
LarkStreet, which is currentlya non-conforming structure. The home is only4'from the side property line
and the garage is only 3'from the side property line instead of the required 7'. There is a T separation
between the house and the garage.The proposal is to construct an addition to the home which would
connect the house to the garage and create a second floor room of approximately 378 square feet. The
Planning Commission determined that the addition would have no detrimental effect on the health, safety,
or welfare of the neighborhood and recommended that the request be approved.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the request be approved,seconded by Mr.Paine, and passed
unanimously.
GARDEN HEIGHTS SCHOOL -DRIVEWAY VARIANCE
The Moses Lake School Districtis requesting a variance to the Community Standards in order to allow a
curb to return around the driveway rather than run through the driveway.
M Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the driveway variance request be granted,seconded by Mr.Reese,
and passed unanimously.
PARKPLACE PRELIMINARY PLAT
Ron Baker,Boundary Engineering,has submitted a preliminary plat for a 73 acre, 3 lot subdivision to be
located on the east side of Grape Drive and adjacent to SR-17.The proposed plat would accommodate
commercial and multi-family development.The subdivision will be served with city water and sanitary
sewer.The Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT)has requested that the proponent be
required to identify portions of the plat as "limited access"so that it is clear to any property owner within
the plat that there is limited access on to Grape Drive. DOT has also requested that the proponent deed
access rights to the city for an additional 100'south along Grape Drive;the 100'is in addition to 380'of
limited access that DOT already has from the centerline of SR-17 to Grape Drive.The Planning
Commission recommended that the preliminary plat be approved.
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Mr.Baker stated that the cul de sac would remain but may be realigned.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the Parkplace Preliminary Plat be approved and the findings of
fact be accepted,seconded by Mr.Paine, and passed unanimously.
IX.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION -None
X.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
TRAFFIC CONTROL (^
The Council requested staff to look into stop signs or yield signs on Cascade due to the crack sealing
taking place in this area and also on Belair and Inglewood.
GRAPE DRIVE BALLFIELDS
Mr.Chapman wanted to know what is happening with the Grape Drive ballfields as he understood the
grading design would be completed by mid-May, not just topographical.
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager,stated that the city staff has estimated the cost of grading to be
$250,000. Due to the number of projects already being done by staff, the grading could not be started
until September 1995 and then only if another project is dropped.
Mr.Paine wanted to know if a consultant could be retained to do the work.
Mr.Gavinski stated that how the work is accomplished is the decision of the Council.
Mr.Rimple was opposed to developing the park piecemeal.
There was some discussion by the Council.
Action Taken:Mr.Paine moved that staff be authorized to request proposals for consulting services for
the design of a grading plan forthe Grape Drive Ballfields,seconded by Mr.Chapman.
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Mr.Pearce stated that he would be willing to see what a consultant would charge but pointedout that the
city would probably not see the final design until July and city staff has indicated that they could have it
done by September.
Gary Harer,Municipal Services Director,stated that staff would probably not have anything for Council
until November. One of the problems is the city has only one professional engineer on staff and he must
review all plans and specifications that go out. He also prepares the soils report and is responsible for
the engineering budget.
The motion passed with Mr.Rimple opposed.
Itwas pointed outthatthe grading and conceptual plans need to be done for the whole pieceof property.
XI.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
f ANNEXATION -LONGVIEW TRACTS ISLAND
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that there is a small portion of property between Kinder Road
and Highway 17 that is surrounded by the city limits.Direction was requested from Council on whether
or not the city should pursue bringing this piece of property intothe city.
Mr.Gavinskialso pointedoutthatthe cityhas an Extra Territorial Utility Agreement withthe School District
with regard to Longview School which is located on Lot 13,Maples Plat,which is now contiguousto the
citylimits.Direction was requested from Council onwhetherornotthe cityshouldexerciseits rights under
the agreement and bring that property intothe city limits.
It was the direction of the Council thatstaff proceed with annexing the two parcels of property.r)
q^>HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT PROJECT
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the Grant County Housing Needs Project has been
completed and copies are available.
D INVESTMENT REPORT,0°
Joseph K.Gavinski, City Manager,stated that the city has received $35,340.24 in investment income in
March 1995.
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MEETINGS -LONGVIEW TRACTS/WATER QUALITY
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Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,statedthat neighborhood meetings have been scheduled for Longview
Tracts on May 2 and on water quality on May 16.
MAIN FIRE STATION
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager, distributed a letter from The Cochran Associates which indicates that
plans and specifications forbids on the main fire station will not be ready until about October 1, 1995.
The regular meeting was adjourned at 11 p.m.
ATTEST:
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BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MOSES LAKE,WASHINGTON
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IN THE MATTER OF THE PARKPLACE ) PARKPLACE PRELIMINARY PLAT
PRELIMINARY PLAT )
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)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 March 30,
1995
1.2 Proponent.Sun City and Park Place Investors are the proponents of this plat.
1.3 Purpose.The proponent has submitted a plat for property which is legally described upon
the plat.City staff has confirmedthe propertydescribed 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 of the property.
2.2 The property is currently zoned C-2, R-3,and R-1.
2.3 It is consistent with the development that has already taken place in the area.
2.4 Planning supports property platted by the city south of Central.
2.5 The use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
2.6 There were no negative comments from the public.
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 with the stipulation that the plat show the limited access along SR-17 and
along Grape Drive to Charlotte Street.
5.FURTHER HEARING BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL.
5.1 Date.A public meeting was held upon proper notice before the Council on April 25,1995.
5.2 Proponent.Sun City and Park Place Investors are the proponents of this plat.
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5.3 Purpose. The proponents have submitted a preliminary plat for property legally described
upon the plat.
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.
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 C-2, R-3, and R-1.
6.3 It is consistent with the development that has already taken place in the area.
6.4 Planning supports property platted by the city south of Central.
6.5 The use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
6.6 There were no negative comments from the public.
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: April 25,1995
L Wayne Rimple,
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