1983 10 113657
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MOSES LAKE
October 11, 1983
Members Present:Norm Johnson,Charles Edwards,Bill Reese,Bob Wallenstien,Norm
Staat,Wayne Rimple,and Harvey Vernier
The meeting was called to order at 8 p.m.by Mayor Norm Johnson.
Mr.Wallenstien moved that the minutes of the meeting of September 27 be approved
as submitted,seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF BILLS
REGULAR BILLS AMOUNT
GENERAL FUND $14,822.50
STREET 1,225.58
ARTERIAL STREET 73.72
WATER/SEWER FUND 10,775.76
WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 464,829.55
SANITATION FUND 22,926.51
CENTRAL SERVICES 1,856.15
BUILDING MAINTENANCE 692.03
EQUIPMENT RENTAL 13,965.44
FIREMEN'S PENSION 80.00
TOTAL $531,247.24
Mr.Reese moved that the bills be approved as submitted,seconded by Mr.Wallenstien,
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
PETITION -WESTSHORE DRIVE SPEED LIMIT
A letter was read from Dennis Hopkins which requested that the speed limit on
Westshore Drive be reduced to 35 mph.
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Rita Perstac,Municipal Services Director,stated that the city has no objection to
lowering the speed limit.
Mr.Hopkins also requested a stop sign at the intersection of Hansen Road,Fairway
Drive,and Westshore Drive.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that a request for a stop sign is usually
given to the Engineering Division for analysis before one is put up.He stated
that he would have an analysis done and report back to the Council.
Mr.Edwards moved that the speed be reduced on Westshore Drive to 35 mph,seconded
by Mr.Vernier,and passed unanimously.
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j COMMUNICATION -COUNCIL REFUSE COMMITTEE -REFUSE CONTRACT
\i Mr.Rimple stated that after several meetings the Refuse Committee has submitted
its findings for review and action by the entire Council:
1.Authority should be given to the Billing Clerk to work directly with the con
tractor to resolve any questions in regard to billing or service.Through this
action,the Billing Clerk will have authority to make spot decisions to satisfy
any complaints.A log sheet should be instigated to record all complaints,
actions,and reasons for such actions.Only items that cannot be resolved ,,
between the Billing Clerk and contractor will be submitted to staff for action.I
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2.Any complaints concerning refuse should be responded to by the contractor in
person to the complainant,and a follow-up memo as to action taken submitted to
the Billing Clerk within five (5)working days.
3.Existing accounts should be immediately audited,utilizing the Billing Clerk
and Contractor,and every ninety (90)days thereafter,to determine if any
changes or adjustments are to be made.
4.Prior to completion of the existing contract,a city audit should be taken to
verify all accounts and charges.
5.The committee strongly urges the active pursuit for acquisition and development
of a city landfill.Many advantages can be seen in the positive for our city.
The control of costs,hauling distance,and better service to the City of Moses
Lake are just a few of the advantages seen.
6.At this time the committee recommends that the use of the contractor for refuse
collection be continued.Through competitive bidding cost of operation,labor,
and insurance are prime examples of maintaining a good service and low cost to
the citizens of Moses Lake.
Mr.Wallenstien moved that the committees recommendations be accepted,seconded by
Mr.Johnson.
There was some discussion by the Council.
The motion passed with Mr.Vernier opposed.
COMMUNICATION - BIG BEND COUNCIL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
A letter was read from Brian R.Hirai and John Fori and,Consultants for the Big
Bend Council and Economic Development District,requesting an opportunity to meet
with the Council and staff to discuss the benefits of the city's participation in
the Big Bend Economic Development District.
Mr.Forland stated that the Economic Development District is interested in having
the city participate in this organization as it will increase the city's eligiblity
for EDA grants and projects.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the city was a member of the Council
of Governments but in 1982 the Council opted to get out of this group.He stated
that in 1981 the city paid $2,125 in dues to the Council of Governments.He
suggested that the Council consider this request during the budget process.
Mr.Hirai stated that he would like a member of the Council to serve on the Board.
No action was taken by Council.
/COMMUNICATION -REQUEST TO INSTALL TREE WELLS
y A letter was read from Mick Hansen which requested permission to fill the five foot
area between the curb and the existing sidewalk on Pioneer Way with concrete and
fill the five foot area between the curb and the new sidewalks which will be going
in on Alderwood and Juniper.Block outs for tree wells with a drip water system
can be added if desired.
A letter was read from Rita Perstac,Municipal Services Director,which stated that
Mick Hansen is requesting permission to possibly place tree wells in the new
sidewalk at the corner of Pioneer and Alderwood.
Mr.Rimple moved that Mr.Hansen's request be approved seconded by Mr.Wallenstien,
and passed unanimously.
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V.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE - AMEND WATER AND SEWER RATES - 1ST READING
A letter was read from Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,which presented an ordi
nance which increases the amount which will be allowed to be past due without the
necessity of terminating utility service.
The ordinance amending Chapter 13.12 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled
"Water and Sewer Rates"by amending Section 13.12.060 was read by title only.
Mr.Edwards moved that the first reading of the ordinance be adopted,seconded by
Mr.Wallenstien,and passed unanimously.
VI. REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS
None
VII. REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
REQUEST TO BUILD ON UNPLATTED PROPERTY - MARTIN //j t*A
A letter was read from Rita Perstac,Municipal Services Director*which stated that
Mr.and Mrs.Martin have requested permission to build on unplatted property.They
wish to build on Tax #1323 a daylight basement and place on it a factory built
home.The home will meet the Uniform Building Code and be connected to city water
and sewer.The Planning Commission recommended that the request be denied.
Mr.Rimple moved that the request to build on unplatted property be denied,seconded
by Mr.Wallenstien,and passed unanimously.
MUNICIPAL TRACT #7
A letter was read from Rita Perstac,Municipal Services Director,which presented
I the Municipal Tract #7 Plat located in the west half of Section 12,Township 18
North,and is the sand dunes location for the city's new waste waiter treatment
I plant.The preliminary plat was approved on April 12,1983 with the following
provisions:
1.Change plat scale from 1"=100'to 1"=400'
2.Change vicinity map scale from 1"=400'to 1"=4,000'
3.The city not be required to improve County Road K with the stipulation that
a covenant run with the land requiring the city to make street improvements
if and when the property comes under the control of the city and that portion
of the adjoining road is developed.
The Planning Commission recommended that this plat be approved af^er the plat was
returned to the developer to make the elevation measurements consistent to the
hundredth of a foot and put in all necessary bearings and distances.If Council
wishes,October 25 can be set as the date to consider this final plat.
Mr.Wallenstien moved that the final plat be considered on October 25,seconded by
Mr.Rimple,and passed unanimously.
VIII.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
NEPPEL WATERFRONT BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT -AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES
A letter was read from Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,which presented an agree-
I ment between the city and the Moses Lake Development Task Force wdich would require
the Task Force to pay the city $2,550 for maintenance of the park.
Mr.Wallenstien moved that the City Manager be authorized to sign the agreement,
seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously.
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IX.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
SPEED LIMIT ON ALDER FILL
Mr.Rimple requested that the Council reconsider its action and increase the speed
limits on the Alder Street Fill from 25 mph to 35 mph.He felt the 25 mph is too
slow to handle the amount of traffic crossing the fill.He pointed out that there
are only two intersections and no on-street parking from Broadway to the overpass
on Stratford.
Mr.Edwards pointed out that he felt it was a lot safer at the reduced speed.
There was some discussion by the Council but no action was taken.
X.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
JAIL SERVICES CONTRACT
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,presented the jail services contract with Grant
County for the Council's information.He stated that the city has a few problems
with the contract which need to be worked out -one of which is whether or not the
contract is really necessary.
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that FEMA has finally closed out the
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BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,presented two resolutions passed by the Associa
tion of Washington Cities concerning annexations and Boundary Review Boards.
FEMA -DISASTER
city's file on the 1980 Mount St.Helens'eruption and ash fall out.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT AREA
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the Council had tabled any discussion
on the Public Transportation Benefit Area until July 1983.He stated that he had
received no further information on this project.
Mr.Wallenstien moved that the Public Transportation Benefit Area remain tabled,
seconded by Mr.Edwards,and passed unanimously.
PUD
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the PUD has requested a meeting with
the city and the Port.A meeting has been tentatively scheduled for Monday,
November 14 at 10 a.m.at the Terminal Building.
COURTS
Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the Grant County Commissioners would
like to meet with the Council to discuss the problems with the court system.He
suggested that a meeting with Ken McGrew be held first to discuss this problem.
The regular meeting was recessed at 9:05 p.m.and the Council met in an executive
session to discuss litigation and labor relations.The executive session was
adjourned at 9:45 p.m.and the regular meeting was reconvened.The regular meeting
was adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
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ATTEST
Mayor
City Clerk