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1980 02 062<>45 CITY OF MOSES LAKE MOSES LAKE,WASHINGTON CITY COUNCIL MEETING -REGULAR MEETING February 26,1980 POLICE/COUNCIL FACILITY 8 p.m. Members Present:Steve Shinn,Barry Ziegler,Harvey Vernier,Bob Hill, Chuck Edwards,and Norm Johnson Absent: Don Swanson The meeting was called to order at 8 p.m.by Mayor Robert Hill. Mr.Ziegler moved that the minutes of the meeting of February 11 be approved as submitted,seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF BILLS REGULAR BILLS AMOUNT GENERAL $20,724.71 STREET 5,267.85 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 535.88 U.C.I.118.50 CIVIC CENTER 21,053.35 WATER/SEWER 3,503.00 SANITATION 3,585.25 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 13,619.51 FIREMEN'S PENSION 788.50 TOTAL $69,196.55 There was some discussion by the Council on the purchase of a camera for the Block Grant Program.It was pointed out that with the purchase of this camera the city would have three 35mm cameras and one poloroid camera. Mr.Hill moved that the bills be approved as submitted except for the one from Sunland Camera,seconded by Mr.Ziegler,and passed unanimously. Mr.Zieiger moved that city staff research returning the third 35mm camera,seconded by Mr.Vernier,and passed with Mr.Edwards abstaining. Warrants 218 to 306 with the exception of warrant 242 to Sunland Camera in the amount of $328.04 were approved for payment. BOY SCOUTS Mr.Hill welcomed the Boy Scouts to the Council meeting and presented awards to "'' Dick Dean,Huck Goodrich,Karl Goodrich,and Mrs.Howard Michaelis for their parti cipation and involvement with the Scouts. I.CITIZEN INPUT None The meeting was recessed and the Council met in an executive session. The regular Council meeting was reconvened. II.CONSENT AGENDA Mr.Shinn moved that the Carnation Lift Station Project be accepted,seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously. III.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS None 2946, CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:2 February 26,1980 IV.PETITIONS,COMMUNICATIONS,OR PUBLIC HEARINGS ,PUBLIC HEARING -FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL -LID #42 1 The public hearing was opened. Larry Sheppard,1404 Lakeway,stated that there are still some problem areas to be resolved and he wanted to know if they would be taken care of before it is finalized Nabil Farag,1409 Lakeway,stated that there are cracks in the sidewalks and curbs and low spots in the street. M.G.McLanahan,Assistant Public Works Director,stated that there have been some problems with the sidewalk settling next to Mr.Sheppard's lot and Mr.Marchand stated that he would repair it.The driveway at 1409 Lakeway had dog tracks in it which were repaired but the job was not a good one.Mr.Marchand stated that he would have a finisher go out and try to patch up the dog tracks in the driveway. Mr.Ziegler moved that the public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Shinn,and passed unanimously. Letters were read from M.W.Culbert which disapproved of the way the sidewalk construction was done and from James Parker which stated he was opposed to any further LID assessments on his property. Mr.Ziegler moved that the final assessment role be approved,seconded by Mr. Johnson,and passed unanimously. V.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS .ORDINANCE -AMENDING 1979 BUDGET - 2ND READING ,0J°9& A letter was read from Robert Gazewood,Finance Director,which presented an ordin ance amending the 1979 Budget. The ordinance amending the 1979 Budget,Ordinance No.914,to appropriate revenues and to provide for the expenditures of funds was read by title only. Mr.Shinn moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously. \0 i&A letter was read from Robert E.Townsend,Public Works Director,which presented an ordinance establishing a reimburseable pro-rata base for the land on Wheeler Road having access for drainage of sanitary waste into the Carnation Lift Station, The ordinance amending Chapter 13.08 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Water and Sewer Connections"by adding new sections was read by title only. Mr.Johnson moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.Shinn,and passed unanimously. & ORDINANCE -REIMBURSEMENT SCHEDULE -CARNATION LIFT STATION - 1ST READING ORDINANCE -AMEND ZONING ORDINANCE -N0N-CONFORMING USES - 1ST READING 0 A letter was read from Joseph Gavinski,City Attorney,which presented an ordinance which would solve some of the problems which have arisen on the issue of the zoning of the former Larson Air Base housing area and the many duplexes which exist in a municipally proposed R-l.The proposed ordinance refers only to restoration after destruction by fire or act of God. Mr.Gavinski stated that he had talked with Mr.Snelgrove from the Housing Authority who stated that he was not entirely happy with the way the ordinance is drafted. Their attorney,Mr.Moberg,will be contacting him on this matter.Mr.Gavinski stated that the amended ordinance requires that all municipal ordinances must be adhered to at the time of restoration of a destroyed building. 2947 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:3 February 26,1980 Mr.Ziegler moved that this ordinance be tabled,seconded by Mr.Johnson,and passed unanimously. There was some discussion on whether or not the remodeling of the duplex as a non conforming use should be included in the ordinance.It was the consensus of the Council that remodeling of duplexes be included in the ordinance and that Mr. Gavinski talk to Mr.Moberg and try to resolve the other issues which concern the Grant County Housing Authority as to the ordinance. RESOLUTION -ENDORSING SPRING FESTIVAL The resolution endorsing the Moses Lake Spring Festival to be held May 23 -26, 1980 was read in its entirety. Mr.Edwards moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Johnson,and passed unanimously. VI.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS PENINSULA DRIVE -CDBG PROJECT ZO/9 A letter was read from R.Douglas Zenor,City Manager,which presented the plans and specifications for the reconstruction of Peninsula Drive under the Community Development Block Grant Program. Mr.Ziegler moved that staff be authorized to call for bids,seconded by Mr.Johnson, and passed unanimously. VII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS REQUEST TO USE SWEDBERG POOL -MANTA RAYS A letter was read from Cecil Lee,Park and Recreation Director,which stated that the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission recommended that the Manta Rays be allowed to use Swedberg Pool from May through September within reasonable expendi ture limits.The Manta Rays paid $300 for their pool privileges in May and Septem ber of 1979 and each swim team member was required to purchase a season pass for the use of the pool June through August.The group also signed a hold harmless agreement as well as provided liability insurance naming the city additionally insured. A letter was read from Mr.Roger Nelson,President of the Big Bend Manta Rays, which requested that the Manta Rays be allowed to use the Swedberg Pool beginning May 1 and continuing through October 1980.They are also requesting that the pool be heated and that the insulating blankets be made available to insure conservation of heat. Mr.Lee gave the Council some background information on the costs of heating the pool.There was some discussion by the Council on the pool heating costs. Mr.Steve Monek stated that he objected to the fact that his tax dollars are help ing pay for the heating of the swimming pool when it is used for a select group. Mr.Hochstatter stated that he would like to see more people than just the Manta Rays involved in the use of the pool. There was some discussion by Council on this proposal. Mr.Edwards moved that the swimming pool be open from May with heat and to continue to be open through the end of August with heat,but with no heating of the pool after the end of August,seconded by Mr.Shinn,and passed with Mr.Ziegler opposed. VIII.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION REQUEST TO PURCHASE PROPERTY A letter was read from R.Douglas Zenor,City Manager,which stated that Grant County will be auctioning off four lots in a residential neighborhood located in the Block Grant area on the mid-Peninsula.These four lots could be used as a small park for children or perhaps a building for a small day care or neighborhood social activities.Grant County has indicated the city could purchase all four lots for the back taxes which amount to $529.81. 2948L- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:4 February 26,1980 A letter was read from Cecil Lee,Park and Recreation Director,which stated that the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission discussed the potential use of Lots 11, 12,13,and 14 in Block 7 of the Capistrano Plat.The pros and cons of the issue failed to generate a motion from the Advisory Commission. A letter was read from Rita Perstac,City Planner,which stated that the city's acquisition of Lots 11,12,13,and 14 in Block 7 of Capistrano Plat would permit a future public use that would benefit the neighborhood and the entire city.These lots total nearly 5/8 of an acre and represent the largest,contiguous vacant land parcel in this neighborhood.These lots front on Neppel Street which will be fully improved under the Block Grant Program. Mr.Ziegler did not see the point in having a small park only a block away from one of the largest parks in the city. Mr.Shinn felt it was too close to the existing park and school and he did not feel the city should purchase those lots. Mr.Zeigler moved that the city not purchase the lots,seconded by Mr.Shinn,and passed unanimously. POLICE LABOR AGREEMENT Mr.Edwards stated that in Article 5 of the Police Labor Contract it states that if an employee has an objection to union membership based upon bona fide religious tenets or teachings of a church or religious body of which he is a member the employee shall pay an amount of money equivalent to regular union dues and initia tion fee to a nonreligious charity or to another charitable organization mutually agreed upon by the employee affected and the bargaining representative.He did not feel it was any of the union's business to tell a person where his money should be donated.He also pointed out that paying the money to a nonreligious charity is discriminatory. R.Douglas Zenor,City Manager,stated that this is a valid argument.However,he pointed out that this is common practice accepted by employee and union members. He stated that state law provides for this provision. Mr.Hill moved that the Police union contract be accepted,seconded by Mr.Vernier, and passed with Mr.Ziegler and Mr.Edwards opposed. IX.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS STUDY SESSION A study session was set for 8 p.m.for March 4 to discuss the sanitation contract and the acquisition of the new computer system. ft\0< ?\0 CBDG ADVISORY COMMISSION Mr.Hill stated that he has asked Rita Perstac to present additional names of people who would be eligible to serve on the Community Development Block Grant Advisory Commission.He requested that the Council look over the names and select three names to serve and return the ballots by Thursday morning,February 28. The Council recessed to an executive session. The regular meeting was reconvened. X.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS CDBG HOUSING INSPECTOR REQUEST A letter was read from R.Douglas Zenor,City Manager,which requested authorization to hire a part-time temporary Housing Rehabilitation Analyst for the Community Development Block Grant Program. It was the consensus of the Council that this be discussed at the study session on Tuesday,March 4 at 8 p.m. n n- 2f49 " CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:5 February 26,1980 ANIMAL CONTROL SHELTER R.Douglas Zenor,City Manager,stated that provisions has been made for the in- house preparation of plans and specifications for the proposed animal control shelter. SPRING FESTIVAL R.Douglas Zenor,City Manager,stated that city staff had met with the Spring Festival Committee on what they will need from the city to have a successful Spring Festival. WEED DISTRICT //<?? Robert Townsend,Public Works Director,stated that he attended a public hearing to discuss whether or not the county would incorporate a county-wide weed district. He was informed that only the land which is benefited would be assessed.There fore,the property owners would be assessed only a nominal amount based on the benefit derived.The county-wide weed district was established as provided for in the RCW's. CITY MANAGER RESIGNATION A letter was read from R.Douglas Zenor,City Manager,submitting his resignation /^/J as of June 1,1980. Mr.Ziegler moved to accept the resignation of Mr.Zenor as City Manager,seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously. Mr.Ziegler moved that Mr.Zenor be relieved of his duties as City Manager as of 5 p.m.February 29,1980 but that his pay will be continued until May 31,1980, seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously.TflaZt*^£*?L^t^*Lj£^c-~^/^w The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m.and the Council will meet in executive session Wednesday,February 29,1980,at 10 a.m.in the City Manager's Office. Mayor ATTEST