1989 03 144301
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MOSES LAKE
March 14,1989
Members Present:Wayne Rimple,David Chandler,Roger Biallas,Bill Frederick-
son,Bill Reese,and Charles Edwards
Absent:Norman Johnson
MINUTES:Mr.Chandler moved that the minutes of the meeting of February 28 be
approved as submitted,seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF BILLS AND CHECKS ISSUED
Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the bills and checks issued be approved,
seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed with Mr.Rimple abstaining from voting for
that portion of the bills to Moses Lake Steel Supply and Faber Industrial and
Mr.Biallas abstaining from voting for that portion of the bills to A & H
Printers.
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.
The vouchers included on the below list as modified by the Council and noted
upon said list for the Council meeting of March 14,1989 for the funds listed
below are approved in the amount of $375,679.64 for all funds.
GENERAL FUND $16,484.67
STREET 9,490.37
ARTERIAL STREET 830.94
STREET REPR/REC0N 141.31
CONVENTION CENTER 6,632.55
STREET IMPROVEMENT 6,960.06
WATER/SEWER FUND 20,746.97
1985 B0NDS/ULID3 25,899.58
1985 B0NDS/ULID4 16,921.45
WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 42,463.90
SANITATION FUND 55,505.67
ACCIDENT INSURANCE 140,120.00
CENTRAL SERVICES 14,463.43
BUILDING MAINTENANCE 2,113.60
EQUIPMENT RENTAL 16,812.56
FIREMANS PENSION 92.58
TOTAL $375,679.64
The payroll issued on March 3,1989,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 61037 through 61166 in the amount of $127,224.90.
The checks 20337 through 20441 issued on March 1,1989 were approved for pay
ment at the Council meeting held on March 14,1989 in the total amount of
$167,481.11.
PROCLAMATION
The proclamation declaring March 12 -18,1989 as Job Corps Appreciation Week
was read in its entirety.
PROCLAMATION
The proclamation declaring March 1989 as Red Cross Month was read in its
entirely.
I.CITIZEN INPUT -None
II.CONSENT AGENDA
Resolution -Interfund Loan:A resolution was presented which provides for an /O/O /]
interfund loan from the Water/Sewer Fund to ULID #3 Fund.
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Resolution -Accept Easements -Department of Natural Resources:A resolution
was presented which accepts several easements from the Department of Natural
Resources,through an agreement,on the Shilo Inn property which will allow
the city to maintain Well #13.
>XL*ft Resolution -Retainage Release Signatures:A resolution was presented which
names those employees authorized to release contractor savings account re
tained percentage on behalf of the city.
^Resolution -Second Hand Dealers License -Andrews:A resolution was present-
jO^ed which grants to Chris Andrews,owner of the Books and Computer Store,a
second hand dealers license.
/Agreement -Russell -Authorization to Sign:An agreement was presented
between the city and Robert Russell for the provision of personal services.
The agreement employs Mr.Russell to attend the Northwest Regional Interna
tional Conference on Airshows held in Coeur d'Alene,Idaho on January 27 and
28 in order to gather information on conducting an airshow at or near the
city.The City Manager requested authorization to sign the contract.
Action Taken:Mr.Chandler moved that the Consent Agenda be approved,secon
ded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously.
III.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS -None
IV.PETITIONS,COMMUNICATIONS,OR PUBLIC HEARINGS
,/\AMPHITHEATER,.)
>The Moses Lake Centennial Committee has requested time to present and discuss
a proposal for the construction of the Centennial Amphitheater in McCosh Park.
Ron Jones,member of the Centennial Committee,reported that the proposed
design of the amphitheater had been discussed and the Committee is recommend
ing to Council that the semi-closed superstructure,basic seating excavation,
and two rest rooms positioned as shown in the Perron design be constructed.
The approximate cost of this proposal is $400,000.
Brenda Teals stated that the city has an opportunity to build something unique
without requesting additional funds from taxpayers as there is sufficient mon
ey to construct the amphitheater as proposed.
Gloria Swenson felt that this is an important and worth while project for the
city and community as a whole.^
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Alan McFadden stated that this project would tie into the tourism efforts.He (jj
felt that it could become as big an attraction as the Spring Festival.£Q
Joe Rogers felt that this project would encourage better use of the shoreline.
Harlen Urvine stated that McCosh is a beautiful park and this amphitheater
should enhance it.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,distributed some excerpts from the Centen
nial Catalog of Performing Artists to show the type of programs that would be
scheduled in this amphitheater.
Mr.Rimple stated that he has received several calls on the project,all in
favor except one.
Mr.Biallas stated that when the amphitheater was first proposed he suggested
that the city contribute $250,000 and the Centennial Committee be responsible
for raising the rest of the needed funds.He felt the project would be
beneficial to the city and the whole project should be completed if it is
economically feasible.However,this project is not the only demand on the
hotel/motel funds.Some people feel that this project is not the way to go
and the construction of a hall or conference center would be more appropriate,
especially when the cost escalated to over $900,000.
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Mr.Frederickson stated that the people that have contacted him have felt the
project is too expensive and too elaborate.He would support the project as
originally proposed.
Mr.Reese stated that he is in favor of the project.
Mr.Chandler felt that this amphitheater would enhance the quality of life in
Moses Lake.The amphitheater would be a top notch facility that would be un
rivaled in Eastern Washington and would also help promote tourism.He felt
that the restrooms should also be constructed.
Action Taken:Mr.Chandler moved that staff be authorized to call for bids on
the amphitheater project referred to as Phase I by the architect,with the
restrooms to be bid as an alternate,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed with
Mr.Edwards opposed as he felt the project should include the restrooms.
MOSES LAKE SPRING FESTIVAL - RESOLUTION
A resolution was presented concerning the Spring Festival to be held on May 25 /^A
-28,1989 in Moses Lake.
The resolution regarding the Moses Lake Spring Festival to be held May 25 -
28,1989 was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Frederickson,and passed unanimously.
KEMANORD,INC.-WATER/SEWER SERVICES
KemaNord,Inc.intends to locate a chemical plant east of Moses Lake in the ///j?ls
Wheeler Road industrial area and is requesting the city grant formal permis
sion for the plant to connect to and use the water and sewer facilities lo
cated on Wheeler Road.KemaNord is also requesting the city assist in prepar
ing applications for federal grants to help with the financial costs of ex
tending water and sewer mains to this plant.
Rebecca Hutsell wanted to know the discharge volume from the plant,whether or
not an Environmental Impact Statement will be prepared,and whether or not the
city's sewer plant has the capacity to handle this new industry.
She was informed that the volume of discharge is projected at 50 gpm and that
the city's sewer plant has sufficient capacity to handle the discharge.All
other permits,such as an Environmental Checklist,would be handled by the
county.
It was the consensus of the Council that the city assist KemaNord in applying
for federal grants.
ULID3 -PUBLIC HEARING -PREVIOUSLY OMITTED PROPERTY
A public hearing was set for March 14 to consider public comment regarding the
inclusion of property previously omitted from the preliminary assessment roll
for ULID 3.
The resolution describing property omitted from the preliminary assessment
roll for ULID No.3 established by City of Moses Lake Ordinance No.1339,
giving notice to all persons who object to the omitted property being included
in ULID No.3 to appear and present their objections at a public hearing
scheduled during a regular meting of the City Council to be held on March 14,
1989 at 8 p.m.and directing the Engineering Division of the Municipal Ser
vices Department of the City of Moses Lake to report to the Council at or
prior to the date fixed for the hearing on the amount which should be borne by
each lot,tract,or parcel of land so omitted was read by title only.
The public hearing was opened.There were no comments.
Mr.Chandler moved that the public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Biallas,
and passed unanimously.
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ULID3 -PUBLIC HEARING -FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL -ORDINANCE -1ST READING
A public hearing was set for March 14 to consider the final assessment roll
'for ULID 3.
The ordinance approving and confirming the assessments and assessment roll of
Utility Local Improvement District No.3 which has been created and es
tablished for the purpose of paying a part of the cost of improving Laguna
Drive by constructing and installing a sanitary sewer system and appurtenances ^
which connects to existing sanitary sewer at Laguna Drive and Sage Road,a j '
lift station and appurtenances,force main,and sewer side laterals;and to j
improve Lakeside Drive at Lots 12 and 13,Kolar Key Addition by constructing j
and installing a sanitary sewer system and appurtenances which connects to
existing sanitary sewer in Lakeside Drive adjacent to Lots 12 and 13,Kolar
Key Addition in the City of Moses Lake as provided by Ordinance No.1339,and
levying and assessing the amount thereof against the several lots,tracts,
parcels of land and other property shown on said roll was read by title only.
The public hearing was opened.
A letter from Boundary Engineering was read which expressed concern over the
assessment being charged to Robert Collop.Under the current assessment,a
portion of Collop's unplatted property,estimated at three lots,would be as
sessed now and also assessed at a later time under a late comer's charge.It
was felt that this estimated three lots would be assessed twice.He requested
that the assessment be changed to reflect the necessary changes.
Phil Bloom,Municipal Services Director/City Engineer,stated that an adjust
ment would be made on the Collop property.He mentioned that the final as
sessment is about $1,000 less for each lot than the preliminary assessment.
Mr.Chandler moved that the public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Edwards,
and passed unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Chandler moved that the first reading of the ordinance be j
adopted,seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously.|
V.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE -AMEND 1989 BUDGET - 2ND READING
\V An ordinance was presented which amends the 1989 budget.
The ordinance amending the 1989 budget for the City of Moses Lake was read by ^
title only.r-p.
Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the second reading of the ordinance be CL
adopted and the summary for publication be approved,seconded by Mr.Chandler,(jj
and passed unanimously.(£)
ORDINANCE -AMEND BUSINESS LICENSES -1ST READING ^
)0^An ordinance was presented which amends the licensing regulations to allow for
'the licensing of all types of businesses in the city whether there is a perma
nent office in the city or not.
The ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled
"Licensing -Permanent Locations"was read by title only.r—
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Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the first reading of the ordinance be j
adopted,seconded by Mr.Biallas,and passed unanimously.'
VI.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS -None
VII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
SWIMMING POOL SURVEY
1^The Park and Recreation Commission favored the idea of conducting a survey as
proposed by Phil Copenhaver concerning the new swimming pool complex and
recommended that the city co-sponsor the survey.
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Mr.Copenhaver presented the questionnaire and stated that the boundaries of
the service area is proposed to be the same as the Port District boundaries.
The cost to send out the questionnaire would be about $1,241.
Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that the Council approve the spending of the
approximate $1,241 to send out the questionnaire,seconded by Mr.Chandler,
and passed unanimously.
Mr.Chandler felt the boundaries of the service area should correspond to the
school district boundaries.
VIII.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
AMBULANCE SERVICE AGREEMENT
The proposed contract between the city and Samaritan Hospital was presented /^^
and authorization was requested for the City Manager to sign the contract.
Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the City Manager be authorized to sign
the contract,seconded by Mr.Biallas,and passed unanimously.
IX.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS - None
X.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
INVESTMENT REPORT
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,distributed the investment report for
February 1989.
SKATEBOARDS
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the Police Chief has reported /<?</J
that the city has been receiving complaints about the skateboarders.The city
received 52 complaints in 1988 and so far in 1989 seven complaints have been
received.
There was some discussion by the Council.No action was taken.
STATE PARK
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,distributed a letter from Representative
Glyn Chandler which indicated that he would be interested in assisting the
city in obtaining a long-term lease for the state park.He mentioned that a
meeting has been scheduled for March 22 at 2:30 p.m.in Olympia with the state
Park and Recreation Commission,the city,and the Port of Moses Lake to dis
cuss the issue.
Mr.Reese,Mr.Frederickson,and Mr.Biallas indicated their interest in at
tending the meeting.
ASSOCIATION OF GRANT COUNTY CITIES AND TOWNS
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,mentioned that a meeting has been scheduled
for March 29 in Moses Lake of the Association of Grant County Cities and
Towns.The meeting will be held in the Fireside Room at Big Bend Community
College.
The regular meeting was recessed at 10:40 p.m.and the Council met in an ex
ecutive session to discuss real estate.The executive session was adjourned
at 11 p.m.and the regular meeting was reconvened.The^xfigulaiuiigeting was
adjourned at 11 p.m.
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