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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MOSES LAKE
December 12,1989
Members Present:Wayne Rimple,Bill Frederickson,Roger Biallas,David Chandler,Bill Reese,and
Norm Johnson
Absent:Charles Edwards
MINUTES:Mr.Chandler that the minutes of the meeting of November 28,be approved as submitted,
seconded by Mr.Biallas,and passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF BILLS.CHECKS.AND PREPAID CLAIMS
ActionTaken:Mr.Chandler moved that the bills,checks,and prepaid claims issued be approved,seconded
by Mr.Johnson,and passed with Mr.Rimple abstaining from voting for that portion of the billsto Faber
Industrial Supply and Moses LakeSteel Supply and Mr.Biallas abstainingfromvoting forthat portionofthe
bills to A & H Printers.
Vouchers audited and certified by the Finance Director as 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:Thevouchers included onthe below list as modified bythe Council and noted upon saidlist for the
Council meeting of December 12, 1989 for the funds listed below are approved in the amount of
$1,725,869.31 for all funds.
GENERAL FUND $34,909.81
STREET 5,073.50
ARTERIAL STREET 3,538.12
CONVENTION CENTER 660.48
STREET IMPROVEMENT 312,261.95
PARK IMPROVEMENT 5,020.82
WATER/SEWER FUND 19,350.44
1985 BONDS/ULID3 318,916.93
1985 BONDS/UUD4 828,629.62
WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 118,028.38
SANITATION FUND 34,150.33
CENTRAL SERVICES 4,959.69
BUILDING MAINTENANCE 2,755.60
EQUIPMENT RENTAL 4,460.49
lid #56 33.153.15
TOTAL $1,725,869.31
Prepaid Claims:Prepaid claims approved by the City Manageraccording to the process established by
Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.030and the internal control policyapproved by the CityCouncilhave been
recorded on a listing which has been made available to the City Council. The claims listed below are
approved in the amount of $7,050.00 for all funds.
GENERAL FUND $250.00
WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 6.750.00
TOTAL $7,050.00
Payroll:The payroll issued on November 30,1989,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 64241 through 64260 in the
amount of $7,971.96.
Payroll:The payroll issued on December 8,1989,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 64261 through 64385 inthe
amount of $126,365.60.
Checks: Check 22394 issued on November 14,1989 and checks 22564 through 22654 issued between
November 16 and November 29,1989were approved for paymentat the Council meeting held on December
12,1989 in the total amount of $204,555.97.
I.CITIZEN INPUT -None
II.CONSENT AGENDA -None
III.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS
THIRD AND PIONEER SIGNALS
The one bid on this project came inapproximately $11,000 overthe engineersestimate. Thiswas mainly ///7
due to the installation of 135 square yards of pavers at a cost of $13,750.Staff recommends that this item
be dropped from the contract and the work be included inthe 1990 paver project. A change order would
be negotiated for thetemporary installment of 2"of concrete or asphalt in the sidewalk areas until the paver
contract is completed.
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ActionTaken:Mr.Frederickson moved that the bid be awarded to J & M Electric withoutthe concrete brick
pavers,seconded by Mr.Reese, and passed unanimously.
IV.PETITIONS.COMMUNICATIONS.OR PUBLIC HEARINGS -None
V.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
FRANCHISE ORDINANCE -BIG BEND SENIORS -BUS TRANSPORTATION -1ST READING f"^
Anordinancewas presented which grantsa non-exclusive franchiseto BigBend Senior Services Association
for the establishment of a motor bus transportation system in the city.
Dr.Michael Rowland,Moses Lake Community Health Center,stated that there is a need for transportation
inthe city as many of their patients do not show up for appointments because of lack of transportation.
Sharon Lang,teacher,spoke in favor of the transportation system.
Bob Eash, Big Bend Seniors, stated that they are looking at $3 per trip with a round trip cost of between
$4.50 and $5. Round tripwould mean within the same day. He mentioned that it costs about $17.30 an
hourto runthe vans. They are requesting that requests for bus service be made a day inadvance.
There was some discussion bythe Council.
Action Taken:Mr.Frederickson moved that the firstreading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Johnson,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCES -AMEND FIRE AND POLICE CIVIL SERVICE -1ST READINGS
Two ordinances were presented which amend the Moses Lake Municipal Code to exclude the Police and
Fire Chiefs from civil service.
The ordinanceamending Chapter2.80ofthe Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled"Police Civil Service"was
read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Chandler moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Johnson,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 2.76 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Fire Civil Service"was
read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Chandler moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Reese,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCES -AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE -SINGLE READINGS
)f)iSq Ordinances were presented which amend the commercial and industrial zones to allow for the operation of
seasonal uses such as Christmas tree sales lots,fireworks stands,and non-profit organization sales or
activities associated with a seasonal event without the necessity of obtaining a conditional use permit.The
ordinances also allow for the use of a manufactured home,commercial coach,or recreational vehicle as a
temporary office when a permanent structure housing a licensed business has been destroyed or so
extensively damaged that it is unusable. Staff recommended that an emergency be declared and the
ordinances be passed on a first reading.
There was some discussion and the Council was generally opposed to allowing a manufactured home to
be used as a temporary office.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.28of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "C-1,Central Business
District Zone"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Chandler moved that an emergency be declared and the ordinance be passed on a first
reading with the elimination of a manufactured home as a temporary office and the summary for publication
be approved,seconded by Mr.Biallas,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.32 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "C-2,General Commer
cial and Business Zone"was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Frederickson moved that an emergency be declared and the ordinance be passed on
a first reading with the elimination of a manufactured home as a temporary office and the summary for
publication be approved,seconded by Mr.Chandler, and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.42 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "L-l,Light IndustrialZone"
was read by title only.
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ActionTaken:Mr.Chandler moved thatan emergency be declared and the ordinancebe passed on a first
reading and the summary for publication be approved, seconded by Mr.Biallas,and passed unanimously.
The ordinance amending Chapter 18.43ofthe Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "M-l,Medium Industrial
Zone"was read by title only.
ActionTaken:Mr.Chandlermoved that an emergency be declared and the ordinance be passed on a first
I readingand the summary for publication be approved,seconded by Mr.Biallas,and passed unanimously.
i The ordinance amending Chapter 18.44of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "H-l,Heavy Industrial
1—'Zone"was read bytitle only.
ActionTaken:Mr.Chandlermoved that an emergency be declared and the ordinance be passed on a first
reading and the summary for publication be approved,seconded by Mr.Biallas,and passed unanimously.
Action Taken:Mr.Frederickson moved that the ordinances be forwarded to the Planning Commission for
their reviewand recommendation,seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE -AMEND 1989 BUDGET -1ST READING
An ordinance was presented which amendsthe 1989 budget./O/O
ActionTaken:Mr.Biallas moved thatthe first readingofthe ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.Reese,
and passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION -BOND COUNSEL EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
A resolution was presented which authorizes the city to retainthe firmof Lane, Powell, Moss &Miller as the
city's bond counsel.
The resolution of the City Council of the City of Moses Lake,Washington,retaining special counsel for
certain services in connection with the authorization,issuance,and sale of various purpose bond,loan, and
grant anticipation notes and bonds,and approving an employment contract was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Chandler moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Johnson,and passed
unanimously.
RESOLUTION -VARDA ALARM DONATION -SIGHTS AND SOUNDS
A resolution was presented which accepts $2,128.54 from Richard and Pam Englemann,d/b/a Sights and
Sounds for a Varda alarm to be placed at 224 Valley Road.
The resolution accepting a donation of two thousand one hundred twenty-eight dollars and fifty-four cents
from Richard & Pam Englemann d/b/a Sights &Sound,to be used by the City of Moses Lake for the
purchase of a Varda Silent Alarm System was read by title only.
Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the resolution be adopted and the City Manager be authorized to sign
the agreement,seconded by Mr.Johnson,and passed unanimously.
VI.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS -None
VII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS -None
VIII.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
THIRD AND DIVISION SIGNALS -ACCEPT GRANT
The Departmentof Transportation has offered a grantforthe updating ofthe signals on Third and Division
and authorization was requested for the City Manager to sign the grant.
Action Taken:Mr.Johnson moved that the grant be accepted and the City Manager be authorized to sign
the agreement,seconded by Mr.Chandler, and passed unanimously.
WATER/SEWER RATES -ORDINANCE -1ST READING
An ordinance amending the water/sewer rates was presented,,„„
Theordinanceamendingchapter13.12 ofthe MosesLakeMunicipal Code entitled "Water/SewerRates"was
read by title only.
Dave Bailey,Portof Moses Lake,wanted to know when the rate change would be effective as their 1990
budget has already been adopted and an increase inthe rateswould have an impact on their budget. He
requested that as much advance noticeas possiblebe provided on the rateincreases.
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Larry Holgate,property owner onthe base,stated thathe isopposedto any rate increase at Larson and
would also like to know what the money from the water and sewer rate is used for.He questioned the
Council's jurisdiction overrates atthe basesinceitis outside the citylimits andbase people cannot vote
for Councilmen.
David Cassel, EnergyConsultantEngineer,encouragedthe Council to change the rateschedule In favor of
those who would promotewaterconservation.This could be done by reducing the minimumchargeand
increasing the charge for excess.
RayGarcia statedthat he isopposed to an increase inwaterrates because ofthe effectitwould haveon
low-income people and those on fixed incomes.
Mr.Frederickson was opposed to the rateincrease. He felt the water problemsatthe base could be solved
with additional storage and the mixing of water from the wells. He pointed out that there was no water
shortage atthe basethis pastsummerandthe residents have indicated a willingness to putup with water
rationing if it should be necessary.
Mr.Chandlerpointedout that one wellon the base is no longer functioning and two wellsare contaminated
and the residents of the base have no wish to drink contaminated water. He felt that the problem should
be addressed at this time and the rates must be increased in order to raise the funds to upgrade the system.
He pointedout thatthe rates for the base would be the same as the ratesinsidethe city limits.
Mr.Biallas pointed out that the city owns the system and it must be maintained. The residents of the area
haverequestedthatthe citydo somethingaboutthe wellsasthey do notwishto drinkcontaminatedwater.
Mr.Rimple mentionedthat the city is trying to provide the best possiblesystem for both the base and the
city.He pointed outthatwaterandsewerrateshavenotbeen raised since 1983 whenthe newwastewater
treatment plantwas constructed. At that time only city rates were increased since the base area did not
benefit. ATthis time itis proposed to incrase the base rates to the same amount as the city rates in order
to fund improvements to the base system.
Philip Bloom,Municipal Services Director,reported on the contamination ofthe wellsinthe base area.
Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that the first reading ofthe ordinance beadopted,which incorporates rates p—»
set forth in Schedule 6,seconded by Mr.Chandler, and passed with Mr.Frederickson opposed.
CASCADE PARK SEWER SERVICE ''
The septic tank and drain field forthe rest rooms In Cascade Parkneed to be rehabilitated or replaced. The
cost of the work is approximately $10,000.An alternativeto rehabilitating or replacing the septic tank and
drain field isthe possibilityof providing sewer serviceto Cascade Park.Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,
requested direction on the matter. Discussions have been held on puttingsewer on Crestview. Sewer is
currentlyavailable on "Paxsonto"Crestview.It would cost approximately$100,000to bringthe sewer from
Paxson upValleyRoadto Crestview. Staffhas suggested thatsewer be constructed on Crestviewand down
into Cascade Valley. This would provide forthe opportunity to provide sewer service to Cascade Valley in
the future.The money for this construction would come from the water/sewer construction fund.
There was some discussion and staff was directed to bring back some figures on the cost of extending
sewer up Crestview to Cascade Park as well as bringing sewer up Valley Road.
MUNICIPAL INSURANCE OPTIONS
Information was presented on the various insurance programs availableto the city. Staff recommended that
the city remain with Rogers and Norman for another year.
There was some discussion by the Council.
ActionTaken:Mr.Chandler moved that thecity remain with Rogers and Norman for another year,seconded
by Mr.Johnson,and passed unanimously.
COUNCIL MEETING DATE CHANGE f]
The second Council meeting in December is scheduled for December 26 and Council direction was \
requested on whether or not that meeting should be held.
Action Taken:Mr.Johnson moved thatthe second meeting in December be reset to December 19 at 8 p.m.
in the Council Chambers,seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously.
IX COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS -None
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X.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
HOTEL/MOTEL TAX
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Joseph K.Gavinski,CityManager,presented the hotel/motel tax report for November 1989.
INVESTMENT REPORT
The investment report for November 1989 was distributed to Council.
GRANT COUNTY AIRPORT EXPANSION
Aletter from Rep.Glyn Chandler waspresented which discusses the possible expansion of theGrant County ^/y{^
Airport and the rapid transit back to SeaTac.
GRANT COUNTY DISABILITY BOARD
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the Grant County Disability Board may cover audiological
services and/or hearing aids for LEOFF I members.Audiological services and/or hearing aids are not
required by state law to be covered.
The Mayor signed a letter stating theh city's objection to a board policy requiring the payment for
audiological and/or hearing aids.
The regular meeting was recessed at 11 p.m. and the Council met in executive session to discuss labor
relations. The executive session was adjourned at 11:30 p.m. and the regular meeting was reconvened.
The regular meeting was adjourned at 11:30 p.m.
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