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1983 06 143615 CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOSES LAKE June 14, 1983 Members Present:Norm Johnson,Charles Edwards,Bill Reese,Wayne Rimple,Norm Staat,and Bob Wall enstien Absent:Harvey Vernier The meeting was called to order at 8 p.m.by Mayor Norm Johnson. Mr.Edwards moved that the minutes of the meeting of May 24 be approved as sub mitted,seconded by Mr.Rimple,and passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF BILLS REGULAR BILLS AMOUNT GENERAL FUND $21,815.14 STREET 1,604.81 ARTERIAL STREET 96.95 WATER/SEWER FUND 10,570.40 WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 105,646.01 SANITATION FUND 23,002.83 CENTRAL SERVICES 3,495.33 BUILDING MAINTENANCE 428.55 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 3,251.22 FIREMANS PENSION 94.01 ' TOTAL $1,170,005.25 Mr.Edwards moved that the bills be approved as submitted,seconded by Mr.Wallen- stien,and passed with Mr.Rimple abstaining from voting for that portion of the bills to Moses Lake Steel Supply. I.CITIZEN INPUT None II.CONSENT AGENDA None III.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS None IV.PETITIONS,COMMUNICATIONS,OR PUBLIC HEARINGS COMMUNICATION - WENATCHEE VALLEY CLINIC Aletter was read from Lowell Doyle,Administrator of the Wenatchee Valley Clinic,^^ commending the officials and employees of the city and especially Bob Kimball for the time and effort spent on the building of the new facility.The Council, Commissioners,and other city officials were invited to the open house on Saturday, June 25 from 2-5 p.m. ORDINANCE -AMEND 1983 BUDGET -2ND READING A letter was read from Walter Fry,Finance Director,which presented an ordinance /J/C' amending the 1983 budget. The ordinance amending the 1983 budget for the City of Moses Lake was read by title only. The public hearing was opened.There were no comments,so the public response was closed. Mr.Wallenstien moved that the public hearing be closed,seconded by Mr.Edwards, and passed unanimously. Mr.Wallenstien moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously. \f 3616 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:2 June 14,1983 V.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS 'ORDINANCE -RATE REDUCTION - 1ST READINGf—• Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that since the city had received money from the Environmental Protection Agency for the construction of the new waste water treatment facility,the Council had requested that the water/sewer rates be reduced to customers inside the city limits.He presented six different ordinances for Council consideration. Leon Bodie,Port of Moses Lake Commissioner,stated that the Port is interested in entering into negotiations with the city for the purpose of purchasing the water and sewer system in the Larson Subdivision.This action is being considered because of the Port's concern over the proposed rate increases especially the increase in the surcharge to the areas outside the city limits. Mr.Gavinski pointed out that in order to sell the water and sewer system the Council would first have to declare it to be surplus and the city would have to call for bids.He also stated that because the city purchased the system under a contract,permission for the sale would have to be granted by the Secretary of the Health,Education,and Welfare. Larry Peterson,Grant County Housing Authority,stated that they were very con cerned about the proposed hike in the surcharge to customers outside the city limits.He stated that cooperation between the city and areas outside the city would be more difficult if the surcharge is increased. Howard Fryette,Big Bend Community College,stated that if the additional 25%is put into effect it will cost the college a minimum of $48,000 per year.If the college were to become part of the city,it would cost the college about $40,000 for water and sewer service but the college would also have the benefit of fire and police protection and other city services.He wanted to know if the city would be interested in annexing the college and would such annexation be possible since the college is not contiguous to the city limits. Mr.Gavinski stated that there is no legal authority to annex property that is not contiguous unless it is used for municipal purposes. Max Craghead,representing Longview Tracts,stated that they were opposed to the rate increase.At the time water service was extended to Longview Tracts the residents agreed to pay $2 per month per lot for 20 years.He pointed out that this area is not on city sewer. Mr.Reese moved that the first reading of the Sample A ordinance be adopted, seconded by Mr.Rimple. Mr.Edwards felt that Sample E should be adopted as he felt it would be the more responsible action to the citizens of Moses Lake. Mr.Rimple pointed out that the citizens of Moses Lake voted down bonds to pay for the new waste water treatment plant so the water/sewer rates had to be raised to pay for the project. Mr.Wallenstien stated that he agreed with Mr.Edwards and also that the Council has already decided not to extend utility services any further into the county without annexation.He stated that he had been informed that the people in the Larson housing area would not consider annexation because they have lower water and sewer rates as well as fire and police protection.He felt that Sample E ordinance should be adopted. Mr.Rimple stated that it is the Council's position that any future areas have to annex or they do not receive utility services.He pointed out that a major prop erty owner has indicated interest in annexing and perhaps discussions could be held on the subject with the area residents.He did not feel it was right to raise the water and sewer rates and thereby practically force annexation. The motion passed with Mr.Edwards and Mr.Wallenstien opposed. r 3617 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:3 June 14,1983 ORDINANCE -CONNECTION CHARGES - 1ST READING /O 7^ A letter was read from Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,which presented an ordi nance to update the water meter installation charges.These charges would cover the city's actual cost. The ordinance amending Moses Lake Municipal Code Chapter 13.08 entitled "Water and Sewer Connections"by amending Section 13.08.020. Mr.Edwards moved that the first reading of the ordiannce be adopted,seconded by Mr.Rimple,and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION - QUIT CLAIM DEED - RESERVOIR #6a /0uyj A letter was read from Robert Townsend,Public Works Director,which stated that the city had received a quit claim deed from Carnation for property for Reservoir #6.It was discovered that Burlington Northern Railroad had a controlling interest and a quit claim deed was needed from them. The resolution accepting the conveyance of real estate to the City of Moses Lake from Burlington Northern Railroad Company was read by title only. Mr.Wallenstien moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously. VI.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS 1983 STREET OVERLAY /O''/ A letter was read from Robert Townsend,Public Works Director,which requested authorization to call for bids for the 1983 Street Overlay program. Mr.Wallenstien moved that staff be authorized to call for bids,seconded by Mr. Reese,and passed unanimously. COMPUTER EQUIPMENT A letter was read from Walter Fry,Finance Director,which requested authorization to call for bids for data processing equipment upgrades and additions. Mr.Reese moved that staff be authorized to call for bids,seconded by Mr.Wallen stien,and passed unanimously. VII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS ORDINANCE - C-4 ZONE -1ST READING A letter was read from Rita Perstac,Community Development Director,which stated that the Planning Commission reviewed the C-4 Zone to determine if a grocery store, batting cages/racquetbal1 courts,and video games fit in the C-4 Zone.It was the Planning Commission's recommendation that these uses be considered conditional uses in the C-4 zone. The ordinance amending Chapter 18.36 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "C- 4 Highway Commercial Zone"was read by title only. Mr.Wallenstien moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.Staat. There was some discussion by the Council. The motion passed with Mr.Edwards and Mr.Reese opposed. VIII.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION CONSIDERATION OF APPEAL -COMMERCIAL/RECREATION DEVELOPMENT A letter was read from Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,which stated that the l0t>2 Moses Lake School District filed an appeal regarding the Planning Commission's decision to declare the proposed project of Robert Olels to be a similar use in the c-4 zone.This project is located on the corner of Pioneer Way and Sharon and consists of a grocery store/service station and coin/token operated racquetballcourtsandbattingcages.The Planning Commission has recommended to trie City Council that the C-4 Zone be amended to allow grocery stores and commercial recreational/athletic uses as conditional uses in the C-4 Zone.commercial re" /7 / P ,D1 3618 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:4 June 14,1983 Mr.Wallenstien moved that the appeal be brought off the table,seconded by Mr. Staat,and passed with Mr.Edwards opposed. Mr.Wallenstien moved that the appeal by the Moses Lake School District be denied and the recommendation of the Planning Commission declaring Mr.Olels'project to be a similar use in the C-4 Zone be approved,seconded by Mr.Staat,and passed with Mr.Edwards and Mr.Reese opposed. 43 FIREWORKS A letter was read from Russ Beeman,Fire Chief,which stated that Grant County Seniors;District #5,Company 9 Firemen;Eagles Lodge;and Lions Club have requested permission to sell fireworks.The Lions club have also requested permission to display fireworks at McCosh Park on the evening of July 4,1983.The Eagles Lodge has not yet given proof of insurance but all other required licenses and insurance are in order. Mr.Edwards moved that permission be granted for the Grant County Seniors,District #5,Company 9 Firemen,Eagles Lodge,and the Lions Club with the provision that the Eagles Club show insurance coverage to the Fire Chief,seconded by Mr.Staat,and passed unanimously. PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION -APPOINTMENTS The Mayor requested Council approval to appoint Steven West,Harry Ralston,and Janice Fitterer to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission to take the positions previously held by Larry Buckley,Thomas Oxwang,and Elwin Morris. Mr.Wallenstien moved that the appointments be approved,seconded by Mr.Edwards, and passed unanimously. IX.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS None X.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS BUDGET STUDY SESSION A budget study session was set for Saturday,August 6 at 9 a.m. COUNCIL/PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING A joint meeting was scheduled between the Council and the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission on July 13,at 7:30 p.m. RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT Cecil Lee,Park and Recreation Director,stated that staff is proposing to rent recreational equipment such as volleyball equipment,badmitton equipment,roller skates,etc.through the personnel at the swimming pool. Mr.Rimple stated that he was concerned about renting out roller skates since there is a private roller skating rink within the city and he felt it would put the city in competition with private enterprise. It was the consensus of the Council that the city not rent out the roller skates. Mr.Edwards moved that the roller skates be declared surplus,seconded by Mr. Wallenstien,and passed unanimously. GARBAGE SERVICE STUDY -APPOINTMENT Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,recommended that a committee of Councilmen be appointed to look into the issues the city faces by using a garbage contractor. Norm Staat,Wayne Rimple,and Bill Reese were appointed to the committee. The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m. ATTEST: MLalJ&^1CityClerk