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MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL
February 8,1994
Council Present:Wayne Rimple,Dick Collier,Bill Reese,Richard Pearce,Daryl Jackson,Chet Paine, and
Bob Chapman
MINUTES:Mr.Jackson moved that the minutes of the January 25 meeting be approved as submitted,
seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF BILLS.CHECKS.AND PREPAID CLAIMS
(j Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the bills,checks,and prepaid claims issued be approved,seconded
^^by Mr.Collier,and passed with Mr.Rimple abstaining from voting on that portion of the bills to Faber
Industrial and Moses Lake Steel Supply.
Vouchers audited and certified by the 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 8, 1994 for the funds listed below are approved in the amount of
$474,774.52.
GENERAL FUND
STREET
EQUIPMENT LEASES
STREET IMPROVEMENT
PARK &REC IMPROVEMENT
WATER/SEWER FUND
W/S CONSTRUCTION
WATER/SEWER LEASES
Prepaid Claims:Prepaid claimsapproved by the City Manager accordingto the process established by
MosesLakeMunicipal Code 3.42.030 andthe internal control policy approvedbythe CityCouncil havebeen
recorded on a listing which has been made available to the CityCouncil.The claims listed below are ap
proved in the amount of $111,032.14 for all funds.
O*GENERAL FUND $944.72 WATER/SEWER FUND 8,003.67
STREET 5,026.25 WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 366.70
GOB 1992 REDEMPTION 35,088.75 SANITATION FUND 6,432.87
GOB 1993 REDEMPTION 53,836.89 CENTRAL SERVICES 1,290.77
PARK &RECREATION IMPROV 41.52 TOTAL $111,032.14
Checks: Checks 40015 through 40154 issued on January 26,1994 were approved for payment at the
Council meeting held on February 8,1994 inthe total amount of $432,947.80.
Payroll:The payroll issued on January 28,1994 having been approved pursuant to the rule of the City
Council set forth inMoses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.040,was paid by checks 82128through 82300 inthe
amount of $229,879.71.
Payroll:The payroll issued on January 31,1994 having been approved pursuant to the rule of the City
Council set forth inMoses LakeMunicipal Code 3.42.040,was paid by checks 82301 through 82315 inthe
amount of $8,368.04.
I.CITIZEN INPUT -None
II.EMPLOYEE PRESENTATIONS -None
III.CONSENT AGENDA
Resolution -Interfund Loan:A resolution was presented which provides for an interfund loan from the )D/D~A
Firemen's Pension Fund to the Building Maintenance Fund.
Resolution -Accept Utility Extension -National Guard Armory:Aresolution was presented which accepts //&"
water and sewer main improvements serving the National Guard Armory located atthe Port of Moses Lake
at Dover and 32nd Avenue.
Resolution -Accept Utility Extension -Maine/Hansen:Aresolution was presented which accepts water main //i?iS
improvements from Larry Maine and Wanda Hansen along Westshore Drive.
Resolution -AcceptGift:A resolution was presented which acceptsa $3,000 donation from Frank Holmes,/j;/ip
The money will beused for adrinking fountain in McCosh Park and playground equipment atJuniper Park.
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I 58,770.91 SANITATION FUND 58,432.36
700.60 AIRPORT 48.60
601.04 UNEMPL COMP INS 7,007.84
527.25 CENTRAL SERVICES 15,173.39
134,883.16 EQUIP RENTAL-OPERATIONS 17,696.55
11,622.94 BUILD MAINT-OPERATIONS 9,207.94
67,344.09 PERS TRUST FUND 92,367.99
389.86 TOTAL $474,774.52
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n)Cjk 1993 Crack Seal Project:A&CRepairs has completed work on the 1993 Crack Seal Project.The work
'^should be accepted and the 30 day lien period entered into.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the Consent Agenda be approved,seconded by Mr.Reese,and
passed unanimously.
IV.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS
0 RESERVOIR #3 PAINTING _
m n'Staff recommended that the bid for the Reservoir #3 Painting Project be awarded to Coatings Unlimited,
Inc.
Action Taken:Mr.Collier moved that the bid for the painting of Reservoir #3 be awarded to Coatings
Unlimited, Inc. in the amount of $52,943.75,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
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V.PETITIONS.COMMUNICATIONS.OR PUBLIC HEARINGS
WELL #17 ANNEXATION
The City of Moses Lake submitted a Notice of Intention to Commence Annexation Proceedings and a
Petition for Annexation for the Well 17 property located in Section 21.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved thatthe Notice of Intent and the Petition be accepted and the annexation
request be forwarded to the Planning Commission fora recommendation on the zoning,seconded by Mr.
Chapman,and passed unanimously.
MANGOR APPEAL
Mr.Chapman stated that he has a conflict of interest and exited the room.
Thore and Randi Mangor,purchasers of 3604 and 3608 Lakeshore Drive,requested a variance from the
setback requirements of the zoning code in orderto construct a house on the property which would infringe
uponthe front yard setbacks.The Hearing Examiner denied thevariance request.An appeal of thedecision
of the Hearing Examiner has been received within the time period set by ordinance.
Dave Newton,representing the Mangors,stated that the property has recently been short platted and the
city required an additional 10'for street right-of-way. Current regulations require a 25' front yard setback.
The proposed house is 1,456 square feet with a double car carport.Under existing regulations,the house
would be 10'out overthe hill which would require a retaining wall 20'to 30'high.The variance to allow the
house to encroach 10' into the front yard setback requirements would not place the house any further out
than other houses in the neighborhood.
There was some discussion bythe Council and it was pointed out that the hardship is self-imposed and the
property is not unique to the area.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the decision of the Hearing Examiner be affirmed,seconded by Mr.
Pearce,and passed with Mr.Chapman abstaining.
ORDINANCE -ZONE CHANGE -2ND READING/PUBLIC HEARING
The City of Moses Lake has requested a zone change of approximately 3.75 acres located east of W.
Broadway adjacent to the Larson Playfield.The request is to change the existing zoning from C-2, General
Commercial and Business;R-3,Multi-family Residential; and R-2, Single Family and Duplex; to P, Public.
The zone change is sought inorderto facilitate the plattingof the property intoa three lot majorsubdivision.
The ordinance amending Section 18.09.020 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code was read by title only.
The public hearing was opened.There were no comments.
ActionTaken:Mr.Jackson moved that the publichearingbe closed,seconded by Mr.Collier,and passed
unanimously.
ActionTaken:Mr.Collier moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Reese,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -CRESTVIEW DRIVE ULID -PUBLIC HEARING/1ST READING
Mr.Collier stated that he has a conflict of interest and exited the room.
A ULID has been proposed for the Crestview Drive area forsewer mainand undergrounding utilities.
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The public hearing was opened.
Sharon Bernd, 506 Crestview,encouraged the Councilto include the undergrounding of the utilities as the
improvements will be long term.
John Moberg,238 Crestview,representing Dr.Darrel Larson and Beth Suko,felt thatthe engineering costs
are exorbitant.Hepointedoutthatin 1960 LID #12 was instituted for a halfwidthstreetalongthe west side
of Crestview Drive.The property ownersalongthe west sidewere assessed butthe east sidewas not. He
pointed outthat Larry Peterson owns 3,370 lineal feet on the east side of Crestview which is unplatted
property.Hedidnot feel the city should spend money on improvements adjacent to unplatted orvacant
property.
Mary Fuller,602Crestview Drive,was opposedto the project sincethe densityinthe area is low,the septic
tanks areinworking condition,andthe powerpolesarequiteadequate. Thereis existing landscaping and
the residentsdo not wantto go througheight months of absolute chaos during construction.
Dale Baker,611 Crestview Drive,stated that he can not affordthis projectand that many issues remainto
be resolved.He did not want undergrounding on the east side.
Mitchell Delabarre,510 Crestview,stated that he is in favorof the projectand the undergrounding. He felt
the UUD shouldbe initiated as onlya few residentsareopposed to the project.Hestronglyurgedthe City
Council to passthe ordinancethat requires undergrounding.Hementionedthatthe projectwould interfere
withlandscaping and underground sprinklers incityright-of-way anditmaybe inconvenient butitisthe right
thing to do.
Steve Shinn,426 Crestview Drive,stated that sidewalks are going to benefit both sides.The city has set
aside money to improve streets and do overlaying.The only objection to the undergrounding of the
electrical utilitiesis the cost.The undergrounding was discussed with the PUDand a negotiated amount
of $10 a foot was established.He feltthe undergrounding should be done on the east side where there is
less development.
Jeff Dowling,1116 Baker,owner of property on Crestview,stated that he would like the Council to approve
the undergrounding of utilitieswith the sewer.He did not feel that $10 -$15 a foot would be unreasonable
for the improvement.
\_J Dave Hussey,522 Crestview,stated that he is opposed tothe project.
Christina Riojas,623 Crestview,stated that she was infavorof the sewer but not undergrounding the power
lines on the east side.
Mr.Jackson wanted to know if the person who owns most of the property on the east side would have to
pay for the improvements.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the property owner would have to pay for the improvements
made on his property just like everyone else.
Mr.Rimple wanted to know why the city's engineering costs are high.
Gary Harer,Municipal Services Director,stated that the city engineering department charges allengineering
and administration costs at 20%.
There was some discussion by the Council.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Pearce and passed
unanimously.
The ordinance orderingthe improvement of Crestview Drive area by constructing and installing a sanitary
sewersystem and connectingthe sanitary sewersystem to existingsanitary sewerinthe Paxson Drive area
and undergrounding electrical utilities alongCrestview Drive inaccordance withResolutionNo.1798ofthe
City Council of the Cityof Moses Lake,Washington establishing Utility Local Improvement District No. 5;
^J providing the method ofassessment for improvements made in said district;assessments upon property
in said district;and providing for payment of such assessments into a bond fund to pay and secure the
paymentof waterand sewer bonds issued for the costs ofthe improvements was read by titleonly.
ActionTaken:Mr.Reese moved thatthe first readingofthe ordinancebe adopted and the undergrounding
of utilities be done on the east side of Crestview,seconded by Mr.Pearce, and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -GAMBLING TAX -SECOND READING
Anordinance was presented which lowers the gambling taxon punchboardsand pulltabs in1994 to 3%with
a reduction in 1995 to 2%%if the sales tax exceeds the West Coast CPI C-W by 2%.
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The ordinance amending Chapter 3.18 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Gambling Tax"was read
by title only.
Ken Greene presented petitions with approximately 700 names of people who are against lowering the
gambling tax. He distributed financial summaries for Sportman'sTavern, Ripple Tavern, and El Papagayo.
He stated that the city would lose $111,000.00 a year, not $92,000.00 if this tax is lowered. He explained
the figures on the financial reports.He emphasized that the tax is on gamblers,not on businesses.
Larry Godden,2109 W.Lakeside,stated that hewould like to askthe City Council to table this measure and
put the question to a vote of the people.(^*)
Mr.Rimple stated that changing the gambling tax rate does not requirea vote of the citizens, itis policy set
by the City Council.
Mike Vandergard stated he is not a resident of Moses Lake but does have a business in Moses Lake. He
mentioned that profit is not 34%,it is more like 7%to 8%.
Steve Frazier,7896 Brunch Road,stated that he has been in business in Moses Lake for 10 years. He felt
that developing ball fields would bring baseball tournaments to Moses Lake and would benefit the tavern
owners.He would like to see the 5%tax retained.
Earl Davies stated that the consumer ends up paying the taxes and he was in favor of lowering the tax to
3% and to 2 1/2%.
Vic Fuller,9332 Road M,stated that he coaches a girls Softball team.He mentioned that a few years ago
there were only 5 girls teams and nowthere are 23 teams.The city has not built any more diamonds.He
was concerned that no additional ballfields would be built if the tax is lowered.
Roger Biallas,2240 W. Broadway, pointed that the revenue raised by the 2% increase in the gambling tax
will benefit the citizens of Moses Lake, not City Hall.The extra funds will be used to enhance the quality
of life in the city. He pointed out that the tax was 5% on punchboards and puli tabs until 1987 and the
taverns and non-profit organizations still sponsored ball teams, gave scholarships, and donated to
community projects.
Jim Campbell,beer wholesaler,encouraged the Council to lower the tax to 3%.f~\
Pat Halem pointed out that the extra funds raised by this tax would be used for recreation improvements
which would bringin additional revenueto the city. He pointedout that lack of recreational opportunities
hurts the children of the community.
Mark Biallas,1112 Baker,pointed out that the Council is elected to do what is best forthe majority ofthe
citizens of Moses Lake. The citizens have requested that the 5% tax on gambling remain.
Ted Lund,3156 Lakeside,stated that he was concerned that the needs of the community would not be meet
ifthe tax were lowered. He pointed out that most of the tavern owners got involved in gambling when the
tax was 5%and lowering the tax was a windfall forthem. He pointedout that itis difficult to teach baseball
when there are no baseball diamonds.
Jerry Moberg,4156 Brad,pointedout that the figures fromthe GamblingCommission show that net profits
are being made on gambling. He did not feelthat the tax needed to be lowered because the city istaxing
the owners out of business when the facts do not support that. He pointed out that it is not an unfairtax
since everyone involved in punchboards and pulltabs pay the tax and those who do not participateinthat
activity also do not enjoy the revenue.
Bill Rigsby,Kelly'sTavern,requested that the Council lower the tax as proposed.
James White,Corral Tavern,felt that the tax is unfair.
Barbara Killinger,employee of CorralTavern and a coach,stated that coaches do not leave their teams to
frequent taverns.She pointed out that tavems donate a great deal of money to the sport of baseball and
softball.
Rita Osborn,Hang Out Tavern,felt that the tax was unfair.
Carol Loop,Lucky Break Cafe,stated that the tax was at 3%when they took over the business and then
it was raised to 5%.She pointed out that that was a 40%tax increase.She felt that the tax should be
lowered to 3%.
Gerry McFaul, 940 Garden,stated that he is a coach and the city's ballfields are very crowded.He stated
that children's teams may not go to the taverns but mens and womens teams will. He pointed out that the
state average for the gambling tax is over 4%. He mentioned that when punchboards and pulltabs were first
allowed,they were to be ancillary activity,notthe sole profit portion of certain allowed businesses.
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Bruce Russell,Lake Bowl,objected to the information being distributed on the flyer as he felt it was
misleading andthat he is in favor of lowering the tax. Hestatedthat hisnet profit for the last quarter was
7.3%.
Billy Brice,Lake Bowl,wasopposedto having thetax raised and pointed outthatonly people over18can
gamble.He pointed outthatthe bowling centerdoes a lotofworkwith children.
Bill Dorris,404 Northshore,pointed outthatmany adult ball players frequent a tavern after a ball game.He
^-.mentioned that the state allows a 5%tax on gambling and only a certain type of business can have
i )gambling onIts premises.The extra funds from thetax could be put back Into thecommunity.Developing
^•"^first class ball field complexes will bring in state tournaments and other activities and create additional
revenue for the businesses in the city.
Mark Hicks,coach inthe Bambino League,8 to 12yearsof age, statedthathe would like to see the extra
funds placed in a special fund forspecific projects.
Kara Darling,336 W.Ridge,pointed outthat the main business isthe restaurant and alcohol sales.The
gambling is an ancillary activityto their main business.
Mary Fuller,602 Crestview,was infavor ofthe 5%tax. She felt thatitwasa fair tax.
Ron Seller,Executive Director of Licensed Beverage Association of the State of Washington,statedthat
punchboards and pulltabs were allowed in 1973 to help stimulate business.Since that time,less and less
alcohol is being sold,sothe tavern owners have cometo rely onthe revenue from the gambling to offset
the loss in alcohol sales.He mentioned that several other counties and cities have lowered their taxes on
gambling.
Don Copeland,involved with a fraternal order with over 400 members in Moses Lake,stated that the
ballfields are sponsored by taverns and clubs. He felt that tax should be lowered to 3%.
Cliff Morgan stated that the citycan alwaysuse money and felt thatthe tax should be leftat 5%.
Chuck Perry,4204W.Lakeshore,statedthat he wouldsupportthe tax increase ifthe fundsgo to improve
the ballfields or other recreational facilities for the citizens of Moses Lake.
^_J Jeff Dowland,1116 Baker,felt that the funds should go first for enforcement and the rest for ballfields.He
mentioned that taxing the gross cuts even more deeply into the net profitand suggested that every business
be taxed at .1% or .2%and the funds be set aside for ballfield improvements.
Bob Hansen felt that the city should find the funds for ballfield improvements within existing budgets and
the gambling tax should be lowered to 3%.
Mr.Green pointed out that the tax is only on the gambling activity and not on the sale of food, liquor, or
other items.He mentioned that,according to the figures from the Gambling Commission,the difference in
tax between 5% and 2%%is minimal,except for four businesses.
Mr.Davies stated that all members of the fraternal organizations that have punchboards and pulltabs are
in favor of the tax being lowered.
Wilda Denton,2710 Lakeside, stated thatthe city needs more ballfields and other opportunities forthe youth
of the community.
Mr.Jackson stated that he is in favor of lowering the tax.
Mr.Chapman stated that he isalso in favor of lowering the tax back to 3%. He pointedout that the funds
raised by the increaseis not for the purpose of policing the gambling activity but for the express purpose
ofdeveloping ballfields.Hedid not feelthat justa few people should payfor recreational facilities forall the
citizens.
Mr.Pearce pointed outthatthe Council does nothavethe authority to decidewhoto tax. The5%gambling
\_J tax is allowed by state law and the city has proposed to earmark the extra funds from this tax for ballfields.
Hementionedthat a city neverhas enough money for all the projects its citizenswant.
Mr.Collier felt thatbecause ofthe controversy overthistaxthat perhaps itshouldbetabledandthe citizens
should be allowed to vote on it.
Mr.Reese statedthathewas infavor of lowering thetaxand earmark the funds from the 3%gambling tax
for ballfields.He pointed outthat5%on the gross equatesto 25%to 30%ofthe net. He pointed outthat
the city has shown an 18%increase in the salestax and a portion of that could be earmarked for ballfields.
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Mr.Rimple statedthecityhasnotforgotten the youthof Moses Lake sincethe Park and Recreation budget
for 1994 is $1.4 million andthe cityis funding the DARE andGREAT Programs.Thecityhas provided anew
aquatic center,skateboard park, and has proposed new ballfields.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese movedthatthe second reading ofthe ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Chapman, and passed with Mr.Pearce and Mr.Collier opposed.
VI.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
,p3 ORDINANCE -GARBAGE COLLECTION -2ND READING (~}
An ordinancewas presented which providesthat the city will award a solidwaste collectioncontractto a
person who is responsibleand qualified to perform the required duties.
The ordinance amending Chapter 8.08 ofthe Moses Lake Municipal Codeentitled "Garbage Collection"was
read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that the second reading ofthe ordinance beadopted,seconded by Mr.
Jackson,and passed unanimously.
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ORDINANCE - FIRE HYDRANT WATER USAGE -2ND READING
An ordinance was presented which brings the amount charged for water delivered through a fire hydrant
into compliance withthe city's existing commercial rates.
The ordinanceamending Chapter 13.12ofthe Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled"Water and Sewer Rates"
was read by title only.
ActionTaken:Mr.Chapmanmovedthatthe second reading ofthe ordinance beadopted, seconded by Mr.
Reese,and passed unanimously.
Mr.Rimplerequested that anyone interested in serving on this Commission contact the city.
ORDINANCE -AIRPORT COMMISSION -2ND READING
An ordinance was presented which establishes an Airport Commission for the city which will oversee the
operations of the Municipal Airport.
The ordinance creating Chapter 2.50 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Airport Commission"was
read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Chapman,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -CROSS CONNECTION CONTROL -2ND READING
An ordinance was presented which creates regulations for maintaining the health of the water consumer and
the potability of the water in the city's distribution system.
The ordinancecreating Chapter 13.07ofthe Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled"Cross Connection Control"
was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Collier,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -LICENSING REGULATIONS -RENTALS -1ST READING
An ordinance was presentedwhich eliminates business licensing requirements for those persons or firms
owningrental unitsused for residential or commercial purposesexcept for transient living units,mini-storage
units,mobile home space,recreational vehicle space,or campground space for rent.^v
There was considerable discussion by the Council on how and upon whom the ordinance would be
enforced.
Action Taken:Mr.Collier moved that the ordinance be tabled,seconded by Mr.Jackson,and passed
unanimously.
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VII.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS
CRESTVIEW DRIVE RECONSTRUCTION
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Staff requested permission to advertise for bids for the Crestview Drive Street Reconstruction Project.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that staff be authorized to callfor bids,seconded by Mr.Jackson, and
passed with Mr.Collier abstaining.
i)SALVAGE/RESCUE TRUCK
Staff requested permission to advertise for bids for a salvage/rescue truck for the Fire Department.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that staff be authorized to call for bids, seconded by Mr.Collier,and
passed unanimously.
VIII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
ORDINANCE -OLSON ANNEXATION -1ST READING
An ordinance was presented which annexes property between Hansen Road and I-90 and provides for
zoning of R-1 and C-1.
The ordinance annexing certain specified territory totheCity of Moses Lake,Washington,and incorporating
the same within the corporate limits ofthe City of Moses Lake,and which provides for the assumption of
existing indebtedness and establishes the zoning was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson movedthatthe first reading ofthe ordinance be adopted and a public hearing
be set for the February 22 meeting,seconded by Mr.Pearce,and passed unanimously.
IX.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
SIDEWALKS -DIVISION
Mr.Pearce wanted to know if sidewalks could be constructed on Division wherethere are none since many
K^_J people walk along this street.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that staffwould bring back a report to Council on the matter.
AIRPORT COMMISSION
Mr.Rimple pointed out that the ordinance creatingthe Airport Commission providesthat a member of the
Council will serve as an ad hoc member.He requested Council concurrence for the appointment of Mr.
Pearce to the Commission.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that Mr.Pearce be appointed as the ad hoc member from the Council
to the Airport Commission,seconded by Mr.Collier,and passed unanimously.
Mr.Pearce reported that all the lights are working as well as the tetrahedron and a clean up day will be
scheduled.
SPORTS COMPLEX
Mr.Reese reportedthat the Sports Complex Committee would liketo have a study session withthe Council
to report on the progress of the facility.
A study session was set for March 1 at 7 p.m.
FIRE STATION
^J Astudy session was set for February 17 to discuss the main fire station with the consultant.
SIGN ORDINANCE
/o^sYThePlanningCommissionrequesteddirectionfromtheCouncilon the proposed new sign ordinance.
Mr.Chapman stated thatwith a few minor changes the ordinance might be more acceptable tothe Council
and the public.He felt that the issue of sandwichboardsigns should be addressed and the fee structure
should be reviewed.
Action Taken:Mr.Chapman moved that the sign ordinance be tabled,seconded by Mr.Jackson,and
passed unanimously.
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PTBA
February 8,1994
Mr.Rimple stated that he had received communication from the countythat money is available to continue
the planning for a PTBA.The request is whether or not the city would be interested in being the lead
agency on the project and to provide staffto draw up the grants, oversee the grant funding,etc.
It wasthe consensus ofthe Council thatthe citywould notbe interested in pursuing the PTBA at this time.
,q|2|SECOND U\KE CROSSING
Mr.Jackson stated that conversations have been held with Mr.Inslee and Mr.Morrison onthe proposed
second lake crossing andthereisa possibility that he,Mr.Reese,andthe City Manager will be traveling to
Washington DC to testify at a House Transportation Subcommittee meeting to attemptto obtain funds for
the second lake crossing.
0&COMPREHENSIVE PU\N
Mr.Chapman stated that he has met with the members of the city fire department and Grant County 5
concerning some long range planning about the urban growth areas.
Mr.Rimple felt that it may betooearly to begin planning with another entity since the city does not yet have
its plan in place.
There wassome discussion and it wastheconsensusthat discussions should be held among City Council
and staff before talking to other entities.
X.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS -None
XI. CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS -None
The regular meeting was adjourned at 12 midnight.
ATTEST:
Finance Director
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