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MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL
August 10,1993
Council Present: Wayne Rimple,Dick Collier,Bill Reese,Daryl Jackson, RichardPearce, JoAn Brown,and
Roger Biallas
MINUTES:Mr.Colliermoved that the minutes of the July 27 meeting be approved as submitted,seconded
by Mr.Jackson,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 Mrs.Brown, and passed with Mr.Rimple abstaining from voting for that portion of the bills to Faber
Industrial Supply 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 August 10, 1993 for the funds listed below are approved in the amount of
$843,095.14.
GENERAL FUND $34,744.23
STREET 3,031.40
STREET REPR/RECON 8,887.18
STREET IMPROVEMENT 29,052.84
PARK &REC IMPROVEMENT 277,618.24
WATER/SEWER FUND 8,830.992
WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 166,801.21
SANITATION FUND 42,690.32
SELF-INSURANCE 5,044.61
CENTRAL SERVICES 14,637.54
EQUIP RENTAL-OPERATIONS 36,391.22
BUILD MAINT-OPERATIONS 215,365.36
TOTAL $843,095.14
Prepaid Claims: Prepaid claims approved by the City Manager according to the process established by
Moses Lake Municipal Code3.42.030 and the internal control policy approved by the CityCouncil have been
recorded on a listingwhich has been made availableto the City Council. The claims listed below are ap
proved in the amount of $487,948.58 for all funds.
GENERAL FUND $5,296.46 WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTSJ 1,000.00
PWTF LOAN -STRATFORD 43,784.93 PWTF W/S D/S 115,209.35
CAPITAL 300,000.00 SANITATION FUND 5,873.46
PARK &REC.IMPROVE 3,000.00 CENTRAL SERVICES 202.41
WATER/SEWER FUND 13,558.02 EQUIP RENTAL-OPERATIONS 23.95
TOTAL $487,948.58
Checks:Checks 38051 through 38380 issued on July 28,1993 were approved for payment at the Council
meeting held on August 10,1993 in the total amount of $398,464.28.
Payroll:The payroll Issued on July 30,1993 havingbeen approved pursuantto the ruleofthe CityCouncil
set forth in Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.040,was paidby checks 79691 through 79893 inthe amount
Of $232,924.85.
Payroll:The payroll Issued on July 30,1993 havingbeen approved pursuantto the ruleofthe CityCouncil
set forth in Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.040,was paid by checks 79894 through 79909 inthe amount
of $8,287.08.
I.CITIZEN INPUT -None
II.EMPLOYEE PRESENTATIONS -None
III.CONSENT AGENDA
Resolution -Accept Utilities -Wal-Mart:A resolution was presented which accepts the water and sewer //^6
improvements forthe Wal-Mart Stores Addition.
Six Year Street Plan -Amendment:Aamendment is proposed for the Six Year Street Plan.Staff requested //7T7
a publichearingto consider the proposed amendment to the Six Year Street Plan.
Resolution -Waive Bidding Requirements:A resolution was presented whichwaives the requirementsto /ODO
go to bid forthe purchase of aquatic equipment for in-pool use at the aquatic center.
Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that the Consent Agenda be approved,seconded by Mr.Collier,and
passed unanimously.
IV.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS -None
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V.PETITIONS.COMMUNICATIONS.OR PUBLIC HEARINGS
MOSES POINTE -WATER AND SEWER
AHBL,Civil and Structural Engineers, has requested time before the Council to discuss water and sewer
utility service to the Moses Pointe development.
Mike Moore,representing the project,stated that when the project is complete it will consist of an 18 hole
golf course,a hotel, marina, RV park, and 800 housing units. He stated that they would liketo requestthree
things from the city -that their private water system be accepted by the city in the future,that Moses Pointe (r~m\j
be included in the city's sewer comprehensive plan,and that their private sewer system be accepted by the
city in the future. He mentioned that both water and sewer systems would be built to city specifications.
The first phase of the project would include 80 single family residences,a hotel and marina complex,and
an 18 hole golf course with attendant facilities,all of which would be on a septic tank system.Along with
this system,infrastructure for the sewer system will also be installed so that when a sanitary sewer is
available they will be hooked to that system.
Phil Bloom,engineer for the sewer and water system,stated that it may be best to construct a treatment
plant in this area rather than try to hook to the city's existing system.
ActionTaken:Mr.Pearce moved that staff bedirected to include this area inthe city's comprehensivewater
and sewer plans and that approval be given to the owners to construct private water and sewer systems
that will be taken over by the city in future under the following conditions:
1.The city should review and approve the construction plans prior to any construction.
2.The city would inspect all construction of the system.
3.The developer would pay to the City of Moses Lake a fee of 2%%to cover costs -the same as other
projects where the city accepts the utility.
4. The system would have to be maintained and records kept by the owner until the city accepted the
system.
5.The system would have tobe constructed so that it could easily be connected to the city's system.f^
6.The city would only accept that part of the system that is in a public right-of-way.
7.The city would only accept the system when the area is incorporated in the city limits.
8.The developer will pay all the costs to make the connections to the city system.
9. The developer will be required to pay his fair share of any city/developer installed improvements
required to accommodate their capacities through a reimbursement schedule.
seconded by Mr.Collier,and passed unanimously.
VI.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE -AMEND 1993 BUDGET -2ND READING
An ordinance was presented which amends the 1993 budget and creates new general obligation bond
reserve funds.
The ordinancecreatingnew GObond reserve fundsand transferring funds previouslyreserved in500 funds
to 200 funds and amending the 1993 budget was read by title only.
ActionTaken:Mrs.Brown moved thatthe second reading ofthe ordinance be adopted andthe summary
for publicationbe approved,seconded by Mr.Pearce, and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE/RESOLUTION -BOND FINANCING -AQUATIC CENTER -SINGLE READING O
An ordinancewas presented whichauthorizesthe issuance and saleof limited tax generalobligation bonds.
The proceeds from the sale of the bonds will be used to paythe costs of constructing the family aquatic
center.
Jack McLaughlin,Sea-First,stated thatthis is a very good time to sell bonds and the city will get a very
favorable rate.
Rose Marie VanWinkle,bond counsel, explained that some changes need to be made in the ordinance
because of the change in the bond rates.
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Bob Chapmanwanted to knowwhy the city is bonding for the aquaticcenter insteadof usingthe reserve
funds as was previously proposed.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the city will realizea savings of $200,000overthe lifeof the
bonds by borrowing instead of using the reserve funds because of the favorable bond rates.
The ordinance of the City of Moses Lake authorizing the issuance and sale of its limited tax general
obligation bonds inthe aggregate principal amount of $2,000,000;specifyingthe terms, date, interestrates,
maturities, and form thereof; pledging to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds from regulartax
i j levies;establishing a special bond redemption fund;pledging to maintain certain reserves;and accepting
^-^a proposal for the purchase of such bonds was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mrs.Brown moved that the ordinance be passed on a single reading,seconded by Mr.
Pearce and passed with Mr.Jackson opposed.
The resolution of the City Council of the City of Moses Lake,Washington,authorizing publication of an
ordinance authorizing issuance and sale of limited tax general obligation bonds,1993 of the city in summary
form, and approving the summary therefore was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Collier,and passed with
Mr.Jackson opposed.
ORDINANCES -WATER SERVICE CONNECTIONS -1ST READINGS
Two ordinances were presented which concern water service connections to the city. Chapter 13.08 is
amended to require the property ownerto supply and install the service line, fittings, and tile. A new chapter
is created which establishes the fees to be paid for these services.
There was some discussion by the Council on the procedure for water connection and the proposed fees.
The ordinance creating Chapter 3.58 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Water Connection Fees"
was read by title only.
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Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the first reading of the ordinance be tabled until additional
information on costs can be obtained and how the change will impact the city and contractors,seconded
by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 13.08 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Water and Sewer
Connections"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Jackson moved that the first reading of the ordinance be tabled until additional
information on costs can be obtained and information on how the change will impact the city and
contractors,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -HOME OCCUPATIONS -1ST READING
An ordinance was presented which amends the home occupation ordinance to clarifythe fact that home
occupations may use no more than 200 square feet of the residence's floor area and that no home
occupation shall occupy an accessory building or an attached or detached garage.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.55 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Home Occupations"was
read by title only.
Mr.Jackson stated that due to a conflict he would excuse himself from the Council at this time.
Mr.Pearce felt that garages should be allowed to be used as part of the 200 square feet used for the home
occupation.
Mrs. Brown did not feel it would not make a difference where the home occupation took place -whether
in the living quarters or the garage.
Mr.Rimple pointed out that there are definite guidelines that a home occupation must meet.One of those
is that it shall be within the living space.
There was some discussion by the Council.
Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted and the second reading
and a public hearing be set for August 24,seconded by Mr.Collier, and passed with Mr.Pearce and Mrs.
Brown opposed,and Mr.Jackson abstaining.
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VII.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS
RELOCATE COF GENERATOR
Staff requested authorization to call forbids forthe relocation of the generatorat the COF Building.
Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that staff be authorized to cal for bids,seconded by Mr.Reese,and
passed unanimously.
WELL 17 (**)
Staff requested authorizationto call for bids forthe drilling of Well 17 and a pump test project.
Action Taken:Mr.Collier moved that staff be authorized to call for bids,seconded by Mr.Pearce,and
passed unanimously.
VIII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
ORDINANCE -WETLANDS -1ST READING
An ordinance was presented which provides for the interim protection and conservation of wetlands.
Bob Chapman felt that the ordinance is reasonable and meets the requirements of the growth management
acts of 1990 and 1991 but felt that there was not enough effort put into obtaining public input for this
ordinance.He would like to see extra effort put into gaining public input for the comprehensive plan which
the wetlands ordinance is part of.
Gilbert Alvarado,Senior Planner,stated that the Planning Commission held public meetings and study
sessions and also met with Mr.Beich from the Department of Ecology in studying this ordinance.
The ordinance creating Chapter 19.06 of the Moses Lake MunicipalCode entitled "interim Classification and
Designation of Wetlands and Regulations forthe Interim Conservation and Protection of Wetlands"was read
by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Pearce moved that thefirst reading oftheordinance beadopted and thesecond reading ^\
and a public hearing be set for August 24,seconded by Mrs. Brown, and passed unanimously._
SPORTS COMPLEX
The Moses LakeSports Complex Committee isproposingto develop Phase 1ofthe Sports Complex project
which will include 20 acres adjacent to the high school presently used for soccer,football, and baseball and
an adjoining undeveloped 20 acres also owed bythe School District.The Sports Complex Committee,with
the endorsement of the Park and Recreation Commission and the Tourism Commission,is requesting the
Council authorize city staff to formally establish a relationship with the Moses Lake School District and the
Sports Complex Committee to cooperatively develop 40 acres as a multi-use youth and adult community
sports facility.
Dave Dollarhide,representing the project,stated that the Moses Lake Sports Complex Committee would like
to work with the school district and the city to develop a 100 acre youth activity center using 40 acres of
school property and 60 acres currently being purchased by the Moses Lake Sports Complex Committee.
He stated that theywould like endorsement from the Council and the placement of two members on an ad
hoc committee to planthis development.The first phase of the development would involvecreating playing
fields for football,soccer,volleyball,tennis, etc. As much as possible volunteer laborand materials will be
used.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the city would need some sort of interest in the property
before public funds could be spent on any improvements.
Mr.Dollarhide stated that they would like an endorsement of the ad hoc committee from the Council and
the appointment of two members to the committee.Afterthe property is developed,it will be turned over —.
to the school district or the city to administer.fl
There was some discussion by the Council on whether or not the city could legally get involved in this
project since the property is owned by the school district.
Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that the City Manager discuss with the school district a licensing
arrangement betweenthe cityandthe school district for a multi-use facility onthe school district's property,
seconded by Mr.Jackson,and passed unanimously.
Mr.Reese and Mr.Biallas volunteered to serve on the ad hoc committee.
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MUSEUM POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
The operating policies and procedures for the Museum and Art Center were presented to the Council.
ActionTaken:Mr.Pearce moved that the policies and procedures be approved,seconded by Mr.Jackson,
and passed unanimously.
There was some discussion bythe Counciland itwas the consensus that the $150 fee to use the MAC for
four hours should be non-refundable and would include all necessary MAC staffing costs.
Action Taken:Mr.Biallasmoved that the facilities use agreement be approved withthe provisionthat the
$150 fee to use the MAC for fours hours be non-refundable and includes all necessary MAC staffing costs,
seconded by Mr.Jackson,and passed unanimously.
IX.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION -None
X.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
WEEDS
There was some discussion by the Council on the weed problem inthe cityand a report will be prepared
for the next meeting on the enforcement activity.
SMOKING
The Council discussed the problem of smoking inthe amphitheater and itwas requested that the ordinance
be amended to extend the no smoking area.
XI.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
INVESTMENT REPORT
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The city received $20,939.01 from investments in July 1993.
The regular meeting was recessed at 9:30 p.m.and the Council met in an executive session to discuss real
estate acquisition.The executive session was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.and the regular meeting was
reconvened.The regular meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
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