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1986 06 24CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOSES LAKE June 24,1986 3974 Members Present:Norm Johnson,Bill Reese,David Chandler,Wayne Rimple,Charles Edwards,Bill Frederickson,and Roger Biallas The meeting was called to order at 8 p.m.by Mayor Johnson Mr.Edwards moved that the minutes of the meeting of June 10 be approved as submit ted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF BILLS REGULAR BILLS GENERAL FUND STREET ARTERIAL STREET STREET REPAIR AND RECONSTRUCTION STREET IMPROVEMENT FEDERAL SHARED REVENUE BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT WATER/SEWER FUND 1985 BOND REDEMPTION FUND WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION SANITATION FUND CENTRAL SERVICES BUILDING MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT RENTAL FIREMEN'S PENSION LID #53 TOTAL AMOUNT $22,336.33 7,183.55 -0- -0- .44 191,293.00 135.32 1,829.99 24,803.28 601,617.57 4,583.48 12,345.14 4,352.37 11.26 3,343.37 -0- 41,704.09 $915,539.19 Mr.Edwards moved that the bills be approved as submitted,seconded by Mr.Chandler, and passed with Mr.Edwards abstaining from voting for that portion of the bills to Coast to Coast,and 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 CITY HALL ADDITION AND REMODEL A letter was read from Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,which stated that the Coun cil held a study session on Tuesday,June 17 to consider the bids for the City Hall Addition and Remodel.The bids are presented for Council reconsideration. Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the bid be awarded to C.Perry Builders,secon- ded by Mr.Edwards. Mr.Biallas felt that a bid so much over budget should be rejected and new specifications looked at.He stated that he is in favor of a new City Hall complex but could not vote favorably for a project that is over 40%over budget. Mr.Reese felt that the project is in the best interests of the citizens of Moses Lake and the city.He felt that to rebid the project would increase the cost. Mr.Rimple did not feel that rebidding the project would save the city any money and the consolidation of city staff in one building would serve the best interests of the citizens and save money.The project is needed and the design has not been changed. 808 ^ ^ ]6'D OP .(#11*1 3975 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:2 June 24,1986 Mr.Johnson pointed out that the bids are good,the error was in the estimate by the architect. Mr.Frederickson felt that some savings could be made on the building and he would be opposed to any change orders that may be proposed. Mr.Chandler did not feel it would be right to rebid the project without changing the specs and it would not save any money. The motion passed with Mr.Biallas and Mr.Frederickson opposed. MARINA DRIVE A letter was read from Rita Perstac,Municipal Services Director,which presented the bids for the Marina Drive project which includes reconstructing Marina from Gib- by to Burress;Burress from Marina to Broadway;and the Division Street bike path from Linden to Belmont. Action Taken: Mr.Biallas moved that the bids be awarded to Marchand Construction for Marina Drive from Burress to Gibby,the Division Street bike path,and Burress Avenue from Broadway to Marina,seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously. IV.PETITIONS,COMMUNICATIONS,OR PUBLIC HEARINGS PETITION -REQUEST TO USE SIDEWALKS A letter was read from Alan McFadin of the Moses Lake Business Association,which requested permission to use the sidewalk and close the three blocks on Third Avenue from Alder to Beech for the annual July Sidewalk Sale on July 11 and 12.They also requested the use of the city's barricades and cones to block the streets. Mr.McFadin stated that they are asking that the entire street be closed for those three blocks. Action Taken:Mr.Rimple moved that the request to use the sidewalks and streets on Third Avenue from Alder to Beech be granted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously. V.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ORDINANCE -AMEND 1986 BUDGET - 2ND READING A letter was read from Walter Fry,Finance Director,which presented an ordinance amending the 1986 budget. The ordinance amending the 1986 budget for the City of Moses Lake,Washington was read by title only. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adop- ted,seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously. ORDINANCE -NON-CHARTER CODE CITY - 2ND READING A letter was read from James A.Whitaker,City Attorney,which presented an or dinance changing the classification of Moses Lake from a third class city to a non- charter code city. The ordinance of the City of Moses Lake,Washington changing the classification of the city from that of a third class city to that of a non-charter code city pursuant to RCW Chapter 35A.02 was read by title only. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the second reading of the ordinance be adop- ted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION -ACCEPT SEWER LINE -BAPTIST CHURCH AND LPS PLAT A letter was read from Rita Perstac,Municipal Services Director,which presented a resolution accepting the extension of a sanitary sewer main north on Grape Drive from Valley Road. The resolution accepting a sewer main for municipal use was read by title only. 3976 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:3 June 24>1986 Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr. Reese,and passed unanimously. RESOLUTION -QUIT CLAIM DEED -CARROLL A letter was read from Rita Perstac,Municipal Services Director,which presented a resolution accepting a quit claim deed from Patrick Carroll for a 10*wide portion of right-of-way,approximately 30"in length,on the easterly side of Marina Drive for the purpose of sidewalk/bike path construction. The resolution accepting the conveyance of real estate to the City of Moses Lake from Patrick Carroll was read by title only. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr. Chandler,and passed unanimously. VI.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS None VII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS PLAY EQUIPMENT IMPROVEMENTS A letter was read from Cecil Lee,Park and Recreation Director,which presented a /^^ recommendation from the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission on the expenditure of funds donated by Basic American Foods.They have recommended that play equipment be purchased for Juniper Park,Gillette Park,and Lee Park. Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that the recommendation from the Park and Recre- ation Advisory Commission be adopted,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously. VIII.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION SWIMMING POOL A letter was read from Cecil Lee,Park and Recreation Director,which stated that /°°° the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission has recommended that funds be expended for a study on the swimming pool.The Swedberg Pool is reaching the end of its use ful life and the city needs to make a decision on whether to renovate it or to con struct a new pool.The Commission recommended that $3,000 be taken from the Fund Balance and placed with the $8,000 of privately donated funds so that a study can be conducted. Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that funds be appropriated for a study to be conduct- ed as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission,seconded by Mr. Frederickson,and passed unanimously. REQUEST TO USE MCCOSH PARK AND NEPPEL LANDING A letter was read from Cecil Lee,Park and Recreation Director,which stated that the Seattle Inboard Racing Association has requested the use of McCosh Park and Nep- pel Landing for promotional events leading to the Moses Lake Hydro Regatta to be held at Airmans Beach the weekend of July 19 and 20.The Commission approved a rub ber raft race at McCosh Park and a preliminary marathon race,a celebrity race,and a final marathon race at Neppel Landing.The Association will provide $1 million in liability coverage with the city named as an additional insured. Terry Anderson,representing the Seattle Inboard Racing Association,explained the various events to the Council.He invited any of the Council or staff who wished to participate in the Celebrity Boat Race.The boat and all safety equipment and in struction is provided by the Association. Action Taken:Mr.Reese moved that the request as approved by the Park and Recre- atlon Commission be approved,seconded by Mr.Rimple,and passed unanimously. IX.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS MCCOSH PARK /OYO /007 /<30~/ Mr.Rimple stated that he had received complaints about campers parked overnight at the small parking lot near the wading pool in McCosh Park and several tents were also pitched.qnp ID'7 V* )t»r 3977 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:4 June 24,1986 Cecil Lee,Park and Recreation Director,stated that no permission was asked or given to camp overnight.He stated that traditionally overnight camping has been allowed in McCosh Park on the opposite of the swimming pool from the residents during the one large swim meet held in the city. Mr.Rimple felt that it should be city policy that no overnight camping is allowed at McCosh park. Action Taken:Mr.Frederickson moved that the Park and Recreation Advisory Commis- slon study camping in city parks,seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously. X.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS SURPLUS PROPERTY REPORT Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that auction held on May 17 at the Grant County Fairgrounds netted the City $2,776.23. NEPPEL LANDING -FLAG Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the Elks Club will be presenting the city with a 25'flagpole and a 5'x 7*flag to be placed in Neppel Park on Alder Street.This presentation will be part of an official ceremony to be conducted in the near future.The Elks Clubs has requested that the city send a letter to the Grant County PUD requesting a light pole so that the flag can be illuminated at night.The city would also be responsible for the power and any upkeep and main tenance that is necessary.The Elks Club will replace the flag as it becomes worn or torn. /Q^V PARKING -VALLEY ROAD Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that the city has had problems with parking along Valley Road as it descends into Cascade Valley northwest from Crestview Drive. One solution suggested was to annex certain property northwest of both Crestview Drive and Airway Drive.If Council feels that annexation would be appropriate,the staff will proceed accordingly. Action Taken:Mr.Frederickson moved that staff proceed with annexation of Tax #4268 and the small triangular portion of property owned by the Grant County Fair, seconded by Mr.Biallas,and passed unanimously. CITY HALL REMODEL Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,requested clarification of the Council's position on change orders on the City Hall remodel project.He stated that staff generally handles any change orders that are not over 5%of the contract amount. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that staff be authorized to handle any change or- ders not over 5%of the contract amount,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously. The regular meeting was recessed at 9:10 p.m.and the Council met in an executive session to discuss litigation.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. ATTEST: