1980 04 222971
CITY OF MOSES LAKE
MOSES LAKE,WASHINGTON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING -REGULAR MEETING April 22,1980
POLICE/COUNCIL FACILITY 8 p.m.
Members Present:Steve Shinn,Barry Ziegler,Harvey Vernier,Bob Hill,Norm
Johnson,Don Swanson,and Chuck Edwards
The meeting was called to order at 8 p.m.by Mayor Robert Hill.
Mr.Johnson moved that the minutes of the meeting of April 8 be approved as submit
ted seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF BILLS
REGULAR BILLS AMOUNT
GENERAL $31,515.25
STREET 7,740.66
CDBG 578.74
UCI 27.03
FEDERAL SHARED REVENUE 117,934.04
WATER/SEWER 11,509.81
SANITATION 4,283.32
WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 518.00
EQUIPMENT RENTAL 560.29
FIREMEN'S PENSION 644.00
TOTAL $175,311.14
Joe Gavinski,Acting City Manager,informed the Council of a warrant to Gary
Persons,the city's union negotiator,for $355 in excess of the contract amount of
$3,000.He stated that if the Council approved the bill they would be ratifying an
amendment to the contract.
Mr. Swanson moved that the bills be approved as submitted,seconded by Mr. Edwards,
and passed unanimously.Warrants 626 to 874 were approved for payment.
I.CITIZEN INPUT
None
II.CONSENT AGENDA
None
III.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS
None
IV.PETITIONS,COMMUNICATIONS,OR PUBLIC HEARINGS
PROCLAMATION - BETA SIGMA PHI YEAR
The proclamation declaring April 30,1980 to April 30,1981 as Beta Sigma Phi year
was read in its entirety.
Mr.Johnson moved that the proclamation be adopted,seconded by Mr.Swanson,and
passed unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING -ORDINANCE -EASEMENT VACATION -LOT VI -COLUMBIA BASIN PLAT /03
A letter was read from Joseph Gavinski,Acting City Manager,which presented an
ordinance vacating a portion of a utility easement on Lot VI of the Replat of the
Columbia Basin Center Plat.
The public hearing was opened.There were no comments,so the public response was
closed.
Mr.Ziegler moved that the public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Johnson,andpassedwithMr.Edwards abstaining.
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The ordinance vacating a portion of a utility easement on Lot VI of the Replat of
the Columbia Basin Center Plat was read by title only.
Mr.Ziegler moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by
Mr.Swanson,and passed with Mr.Edwards abstaining.
V.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
,%ORDINANCE -PRIVATE SECURITY BUSINESSES -2ND READING
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A letter was read from Dennis Wetmore,Police Chief,which presented an ordinance
regarding Private Security Businesses.
The ordinance repealing Chapter 2.56 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled
Merchant Police and enacting Chapter 5.44 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled
Private Security Business was read by title only.
Mr.Ziegler moved that paragraph 5.44.130 be deleted and the second reading of the
ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.Shinn.
Chief Wetmore stated that the reason for having this paragraph in the ordinance was
to give the Police Chief authority to deal with any problems that might occur that
are not specifically covered by the ordinance.
Mr.Swanson felt the Police Chief should be given that type of authority.
Mr.Ziegler felt that the Police Chief was in charge of enforcing the ordinance and
did not feel there should be a paragraph that allows the department to make the
rules up as they go along.
Joe Gavinski,Acting City Manager,stated that from an administrative standpoint he
would like to see the paragraph remain in the ordinance.
Mr.Vernier stated that he felt any reasonable rules and regulations should be a
part of the ordinance.
The motion passed with Mr.Edwards and Mr.Swanson opposed.
^ORDINANCE -PRIVATE DETECTIVES -2ND READING
A letter was read from Dennis Wetmore,Police Chief,which presented an ordinance
regarding Private Detectives.
The ordinance repealing Chapter 5.24 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled
"Private Detectives",and establishing a new Chapter 5.24,entitled "Private
Detectives"was read by title only.
Mr.Ziegler moved that paragraph 5.24.110 be deleted and the second reading of the
ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.Shinn.
Mr.Swanson felt that this paragraph should remain in the ordinance as he felt the
Police Chief should be given authority to draw up reasonable rules and regulations
for the enforcement of the ordinance.
Mr.Edwards stated that the Council has the authority to revoke this authority if
it is found that it is being abused.He felt that there could arise situations
that the Chief may need authority to handle.
Mr.Vernier stated that if the Chief finds there are situations which must be
handled immediately,he can report to Council and request this authority be added
to the ordinance.
Mr.Swanson moved that the ordinance be tabled,seconded by Mr.Edwards and failed
with Mr.Edwards and Mr.Swanson in favor and Mr.Ziegler,Mr.Shinn,Mr.Hill,Mr.
Vernier,and Mr.Johnson opposed.
The motion to delete paragraph 5.24.110 and adopt the second reading of the ordin
ance passed with Mr.Swanson and Mr.Edwards opposed.
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ORDINANCE -GRANTING FRANCHISE - CITY BUS LINES - 1ST READING
A letter was read from Joseph Gavinski,Acting City Manager,which presented an
ordinance granting a franchise to City Bus Lines for the operation of a motorbus
transportation system in the city.
Mr.Gavinski stated that an ordinance granting a franchise must be read in its
entirety.
The ordinance of the City of Moses Lake granting a franchise to Moses Lake Cab
Company d/b/a City Bus Lines for the establishment,maintenance,and operation of
a motorbus transportation system in the City of Moses Lake for the transportation
for hire of passengers as a common carrier,and fixing the terms and conditions of
such grant was read in its entirety.
Mr.Edwards moved that the 1st reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.
Johnson,and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE - AMENDING CITY CODE - BUSINESS LICENSES
A letter was read from Joseph Gavinski,Acting City Manager,which presented an
ordinance which exempts non-profit organizations from paying a business license and
requesting that the ordinance be adopted on a single reading by declaring the
ordinance to be of an emergency nature.
The ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled
"licensing Regulations"by exempting non-profit individuals,groups,and organiza
tions from the payment of a business license fee was read by title only.
Mr.Edwards moved that the ordinance be amended by adding "without fee"between
"business license"and "if conducting"and that it be adopted on its first reading,
seconded by Mr.Ziegler,and passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION - MOSES LAKE SPRING FESTIVAL
The resolution regarding the Moses Lake Spring Festival to be held May 23 through
May 26,1980 was read by title only.
Mr.Ziegler moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Edwards,and
passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION -ACCEPTING GIFT FROM JOB CORPS -VARDA ALARM
A letter was read from Dennis Wetmore,Police Chief,which presented a resolution
accepting a gift of $50 from the Student Benefits Association,Columbia Basin CCC
for the purchase of a Varda Alarm System.
The resolution accepting a gift from the Student Benefits Association,Columbia
Basin CCC,in the form of $50 to be used by the Police Department to help purchase
a Varda Alarm System was read by title only.
Mr.Edwards moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Zeigler,and
passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION -ACCEPTING GIFT FROM NIESI WOMEN'S CLUB
A letter was read from Russ Beeman,Fire.Chief,which presented a resolution accept
ing a gift of $50 from the Nisei Women's Club.
Chief Beeman stated that the $50 would be used to help put a second grass fire
truck into service.
The resolution accepting a gift of $50 from the Nisei Women's Club was read by
title only.
Mr.Swanson moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Shinn,and passed
unanimously.
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VI.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS
None
VII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
None
VIII.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
REVIEW OF CDBG CITIZENS COMMITTEE -HOUSING REHABILITATION
tf A letter was read from Dean Hagerty,Chairman of the Citizens Advisory Committee,
V?hucl2n^e,sented Wr1te-"PS on two homes to be rehabilitated with Block Grant Funds.Job #006-U is within its permitted loan amount.Job #003-T will require work above
its permitted loan amount but not exceeding the $10,000 program maximum because the
CAC determined the repair work is necessary to properly rehabilitate the house.
Mr.Ziegler requested information on the proposed carpeting for Job #006-U.Rita
Perstac,City Planner,stated that a medium grade of carpeting was chosen to cover
the floor.She stated that this house has bare wooden floors at this time.The
carpet is only for the living room,two bedrooms,and the small hall.The Committee
felt that the carpet would help insulate the home as there are foundation problems
and would also improve the interior appearance.
Mr.Zeigler felt that the carpet should be under Priority 5,Improve Interior
Appearance,not under Priority 3,Improve the Energy Use Efficiency of the Structure.
Ms.Perstac stated that the loan amount allocated for this home is sufficient to
take care of all priorities.
Mr.Ziegler stated that he did not like the idea of carpeting the homes eligible
for Block Grant funds as he felt it looked as though the CAC was looking for a way
to spend money.Mr.Edwards stated that something should be done with bare floors,
even if it was just tile.He wanted to know if there was a difference in the cost
between tile and carpeting.Ms.Perstac stated that a medium price carpet was
chosen.
Mr.Vernier stated that in some cases it is less expensive to lay carpet than to
put down tile.
Mr.Ziegler stated that he was concerned that if the floor is so bad the only
remedy is carpeting,now long will that carpet last.Ms.Perstac stated that the
carpet chosen has a 5 year guarantee against 10%wear.
Mr.Hill moved that the carpeting be moved from Priority 3 to Priority 5 and
stated that only the two bedrooms,the short hallway,and the living will be carpeted,
not the kitchen or bathroom,seconded by Mr.Shinn,and passed unanimously.
Mr.Edwards moved that staff be authorized to call for bids on this home,seconded
by Mr.Johnson,and passed unanimously.
Ms.Perstac stated that Job #003-T is eligible for approximately $8,700 but the CAC
felt additional funds should be allocated in order to properly rehabilitate the
home.The amount would not exceed the $10,000 limit.She further stated that the
homeowner is looking into getting a private loan to side the house.If this is
possible it would eliminate the need for Priority 4,Improve Exterior Appearance.
Mr.Ziegler stated that he is concerned about renovating a home with niceties,not
just necessities,even though the house has the money available.He stated that he
would rather see the necessary items taken care of and the money for the niceties
be spent on the necessities for another home.He did not feel that this home
should be allowed to exceed its allotted funds as he felt that this would deny some
other homeowner funds to rehabilitate his home.
Mr.Ziegler moved that the funding limit on this home be raised to $10,000 but that
the improvements beyond $8,700 are not to exceed Priority 3,and staff be authorized
to call for bids,seconded by Mr.Shinn,and passed unanimously.
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REVIEW OF QUOTES -HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING -ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
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A letter was read from Robert Townsend,Public Works Director,which stated that
quotes were received for furnishing and installing an electrical heating and air
conditioning system for the Engineering Building.He recommended that the bid from
Jensen Electric of $4,173.75 be accepted for the heat and air conditioning system
with an air-to-air heat pump.
Mr.Ziegler moved that staff be authorized to purchase the heating and air condi-
.~*.tioning system with an air-to-air heat pump from Jensen Electric,seconded by Mr.
Shinn,and passed unanimously.
^—'EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT -LABOR RELATIONS NEGOTIATOR
A letter was read from Joseph Gavinski,Acting City Manager,which presented an ^
agreement for Gary Persons to negotiate a 1980 contract between the City of Moses
Lake and the city's general employees.
Mr.Swanson moved that the agreement be accepted,seconded by Mr.Johnson,and
passed unanimously.
PENN PLAZA FINAL PLAT
A letter was read from Stanley Bech,Community Development Director,which presented
the Penn Plaza Final Plat,which includes the Replat of Lot VI Columbia Basin
Center Plat.There has been a great deal of discussion concerning the developers
right to plat land which is currently underwater.The matter was reviewed by the
City Attorney and it was his opinion that as long as clear title is held to said
land that it could be platted.There was also some discussion concerning storm
drain easements.
After some discussion,it was the consensus of the Council that a sewer line be
extended to the north end of the plat.
I Mr.Hill stated that he did not like platting land that is underwater.
,I Joseph Gavinski,Acting City Manager,stated that no filling,development,or
altering of the shoreline in any way can be done without a Shoreline Management
Substantial Development Permit.This permit is granted by the Planning Commission
and then sent to the state for their approval before any thing is done to the
shoreline.
Mr.Shinn moved that the sewer line be extended to the north limit of the plat
either through bonding or actual improvement,and that the Penn Plaza Final Plat be
accepted,seconded by Mr.Swanson,and passed with Mr.Hill opposed.
IX.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
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Mr.Shinn stated that on Thursday,April 17,an organizational meeting was held for
the Economic Development District.Moses Lake has a permanent place on the board
and the County Commissioners have tentatively appointed him to it.
CITY MANAGER APPLICATIONS
Mr.Hill stated that the city has received in excess of 100 applications for City
Manager and he would like to set an executive session to set target dates and
^guidelines for selection.
An executive session was set for Tuesday,May 6,at 8 p.m.in the City Manager's
/I Office.
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READING OF ORDINANCES
Mr.Ziegler wanted to know why a franchise ordinance must be read in its entirety
instead of by title only like other ordinances.
Joseph Gavinski,Acting City Manager,stated that there is an ordinance which was
adopted by the Council which requires franchise ordinances to be read in their
entirety.
After some discussion it was the consensus of the Council that if the ordinance ^
would not be in conflict with state law,that it be changed so that franchise |
ordinances could be read by title only,unless a member of the Council or public
requests that they be read in their entirety.'-
X.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
FINANCIAL STATUS REVIEW
A study session was set for Tuesday,May 6,at 7 p.m.in the City Manager's Office
to discuss the Financial Status report.
WATER SYSTEM REPORT -LARSON PLAYFIELD AND PENINSULA PARK
A letter was read from Robert Townsend,Public Works Director,which presented the
evaluation of irrigation for the Peninsual Park and Larson Playfield.This is
chiefly a comparison between placing a water line from the lakeshore of Pelican
Horn on Winona Street to the center of the park,versus drilling a well.The pump
*size and the electrical service are probably similar in cost.The cost of layinq a
6'line would be $27,000;the cost of laying an 8"line would be $32,000;and the
cost of drilling a well would be $15,000.
Mr.Shinn stated that he had requested this information so that a line could be
laid from the lake to the park under Peninsula Drive while that street is already
torn up for the sewer line.He felt that in spite of the cost the,pumping from
the lake would be more advantageous.He did not like to see the water rights used r^
for irrigation of the parks,and until the well is drilled,there is no way to tell I
the level of the water.j
M.G.McLanahan,Assistant Public Works Director,stated that if the city has a
contractor do the job of installing the pipe it would cost about $4,000;if the
city crews to the job it will cost about $1,000 which he later corrected to about
$2,000.Mr.Townsend pointed out that having city crews do the job would mean
pulling them off their current responsibilities which includes the replacement of
meters in the Peninsula area.He stated that they are working overtime on this to
try to keep up with the work.
Mr.Edwards moved that the city be authorized to go ahead with this project and
authorize the Public Works Director to decide whether a contractor or city crews
should do the job,seconded by Mr.Shinn,and passed unanimously.
INSURANCE POOL -RICHLAND
Joseph Gavinski,Acting City Manager,stated that Mr.Neal Shulman from Richland,
Washington,has set a meeting for April 30 at 7:30 in the Richland City Council
Chambers to discuss the possibility of an insurance pool.He stated that he and
the Mayor will be attending this meeting and all other Councilmen are also invited.
LOWER PENINSULA LID
Joseph Gavinski,Acting City Manager,reported on the progress of the Lower Penin-f*
sula LID.It was reported that the system should be operational by about May 15.
The Council adjourned at 10:25 p.m.and the CounptTjmet in a study session and anexecutivesession.rf\In jj ^
Robert E.Hill,Mayor
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