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1988 02 094170 CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOSES LAKE February 9,1988 Members Present:Wayne Rimple,Roger Biallas,Bill Reese,Bill Frederickson, David Chandler,and Charles Edwards Absent: Norman Johnson MINUTES Mr.Edwards moved that the minutes of the meeting of January 26 be approved as submitted,seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF BILLS AND WARRANTS ISSUED Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the bills and warrants issued be ap proved,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed with Mr.Rimple abstaining from voting for that portion of the bills to Moses Lake Steel Supply. Vouchers audited and certified by the Finance Director as required by RCW 42.24.080,and those expense reimbursement claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090,have been recorded on a listing which has been made available to the City Council. The vouchers included on the above list as modified by the Council and noted upon said list for the Council meeting of February 10,1988 for the funds listed below are approved in the amount of $82,297.80 for all funds. GENERAL FUND $14,470.69 STREET 526.79 WATER/SEWER FUND 4,386.68 WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 554.80 SANITATION FUND 30,062.30 UNEMPL C0MP INS 2,675.24 ACCIDENT INSURANCE 127.93 CENTRAL SERVICES 15,678.07 BUILDING MAINTENANCE 2,006.94 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 11.808.36 TOTAL $82,297.80 The payroll issued on January 29,1988,having been approved pursuant to the rule of the City Council set forth in Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.040,was paid by warrants 31785 through 31805 in the amount of $6,929.23. The payroll issued on February 5,1988,having been approved pursuant to the rule of the City Council set forth in Moses Lake Municipal Code 3.42.040,was paid by warrants 31806 through 31936 in the amount of $124,187.18. The claims warrants 27613 through 27700 issued on January 27,1988 were ap proved for payment at the Council meeting held on February 9,1988 in the to tal amount of $119,916.41. PROCLAMATION A proclamation declaring the week of February 20 through 27,1988 as FFA Week //^ was read in its entirety.The proclamation was signed by the Mayor and pres ented to the representatives of FFA. I.CITIZEN INPUT -None II.CONSENT AGENDA -None III.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS -None yltf» 4171 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:2 February 9,1988 IV.PETITIONS,COMMUNICATIONS,OR PUBLIC HEARINGS ;J\AMPHITHEATER -MCCOSH PARK The Moses Lake Centennial Committee requested time before the Council to pres ent information on the construction of an amphitheater in McCosh Park.The Council endorsed this project earlier and engineering plans indicate $286,160 will be needed to complete the facility. Joseph K.Gavinski,City Manager,stated that funds are available in the Con vention Center Fund for this project.The money comes from the the tax on hotel/motel rooms and can only be used for a limited number of services such as advertising and construction of tourist attractions. Karen Wagner,Chamber of Commerce,stated that it will take about $286,160 to complete the facility.Several community organizations have supplied funds for the project and the Lions Club has put in a lot of time.The Lions Club have indicated an interest in selling brass tacks as a fund raising project. She mentioned that if the Council funds this project the Centennial Committee will submit an application for a grant to the State Centennial Committee. Brenda Teals,311 Northshore,stated that work has been done on the project since the Council approved the concept.It will commemorate Moses Lake's 50th birthday and improve the quality of life in the city. Harlan Irwin,1804 Eastlake,felt the parks system needs something cultural. Bob Morris felt that Moses Lake could become a cultural center and the am phitheater could increase the cultural activities in the city. Marilyn Bertram stated that the Soroptomist Club has committed $1,000 to this project,feels it will be a lasting legacy to Moses Lake,and that other or ganizations have also given favorable consideration to the donation of funds. Cecil Lee,Parks and Recreation Director,stated that facility will be main tained by the existing staff.There will be four types of programs;volun teers such as singing groups;groups that are sponsored;groups sponsored through grants;and groups sponsored by the city.The Parks and Recreation Department will control the types of activities allowed at the facility.He pointed out that drugs are not a problem at Neppel Park and should not be a problem at McCosh Park simply because an amphitheater is constructed.He stated that the biggest problem at McCosh is the geese devasting the turf.He felt the amphitheater would be an investment in the park system. Ron Baker,engineer for the project,stated that the facility would use about 03 1/2 acre of the existing park and pointed out that additional rest rooms are r included in the cost estimate.j^ Ron Jones,President of Moses Lake Lions Club,stated that they donated funds W for the engineering in order to get the project off the ground and there is Ul not a better place to put it than McCosh Park. Twila Harris stated that she is opposed to the project. Mike Brown stated that the 600 concrete seats will not be used when it is 90° out.He felt that open space was needed.He felt there would be a problem with access and the facility would benefit only a small group.- Jane Miles stated that Moses Lake is lacking in cultural area and the am phitheater is needed.v^_ Margaret Larson,1015 W.Lakeside,stated that she is opposed to the project as it will probably cause the ducks and geese to leave the area.She stated that she is not opposed to an amphitheater but it should be located elsewhere. Richard Teals,311 Northshore,felt the amphitheater would enhance the park. Joyce Lucas,2129 Belair,stated that she was for the project. Kay Hendrix,414 Crestview,stated that Moses Lake already has one at the fairgrounds. n 4172 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:3 February 9,1988 Kenneth Kunes,803 A Street,stated that he would prefer the amphitheater in some other place. Janice Lee,1133 Lakeside Drive,stated that the park is for the public,not the neighbors.She felt the amphitheater would add to the park. Lois Karwaski stated that they choose to live near the park and it is for the public. Tom Porter,1025 Cascade,lives near the park and is in favor of the amphitheater. -Denise Schmidt,930 Skyline,stated that she is in favor of the project. Lula Mueller stated that they put up with the 4th of July and that is enough. She would prefer the amphitheater to be placed elsewhere. Earlita Rhodes stated that she is opposed to the project. in Bertha Guffin,511 Ash,stated that she is opposed to the project. CO Brad Lucas,2129 Belair,stated that he is in favor of the project. ""}Glenna Bingham stated that she grew up with bands in the park and is in favor ppj of the project. ^*John Jerentowski,3000 Marina,stated that he is in favor of the project but would prefer some long range planning. Debra McVay,514 Beech,stated that she is in favor of the amphitheater and would like to see a multi-use facility. J.D.Parchman,2934 Wapato,stated he would like a covered facility and is opposed to the amphitheater. Mr.Biallas stated that the amphitheater will not be used year round but an enclosed facility would not offer the same effect as an outdoor amphitheater. He stated that there is no basis for the allegations presented on the peti tion.He did not feel the objections of the neighbors should prevent the Council from participating in a project that would benefit the rest of the community.The amphitheater would provide cultural activities and events for the whole family. Mr.Chandler felt the amphitheater is a good idea. Mr.Reese felt the amphitheater is a good idea but would like it to be about 3 times as large and perhaps a better location could be found. i Mr.Fredrickson felt the project is a positive one but would like to see the concerns of the residents addressed. Mr.Rimple felt the amphitheater is a good project and the city will do every thing possible to see that it is run in the best interests of the city. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that staff be authorized to call for bids for the construction of the amphitheater with the city paying up to $250,000 of the cost,seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously. CLEAN AIR AUTHORITY The Clean Air Board met to consider deactivating itself but decided it would not be in the best interests of the county.However,the current program will be scaled down considerably.A revised budget was presented which would as sess Moses Lake $1,560 for the 1989 budget.The city was assessed $5,494 for the 1987 budget. There was some discussion by the Council. Action Taken:Mr.Frederickson moved that the city write a letter to the Clean Air Authority suggeting that the Authority's employee,beginning in 1988,be placed on a retainer not to exceed 10 hours a month and that no medi cal benefits be paid,seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously. \C& P SX |0 ' 4173 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:4 February 9,1988 V.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ORDINANCE -PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION -SINGLE READING An ordinance was presented which provides for the removal of a member of the Park and Recreation Commission for cause. The ordinance amending Chapter 2.44 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Park and Recreation Commission"was read by title only. Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that the ordinance be adopted on its first reading,seconded by Mr.Reese,and passed unanimously. ORDINANCE -PLANNING COMMISSION -SINGLE READING An ordinance was presented which provides for the removal of a member of the Planning Commission for cause. The ordinance amending Chapter 2.48 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Planning Commission"was read by title only. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the ordinance be adopted on its first reading and be read at the next Planning Commission meeting,seconded by Mr. Chandler,and passed unanimously. VI.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS SEWER VACUUM-RODDER TRUCK Staff requested authorization to call for bids for the sewer vacuum-rodder truck with a delivery date in June 1988.An alternate bid item is a supply bond guaranteeing June delivery. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that staff be authorized to call for bids, and that a supply bond be required on an alternate bid for June delivery date, seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously. 1988 CRACK SEALING PROJECT Staff requested authorization to call for bids for the 1988 crack sealing project. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that staff be authorized to call for bids, seconded by Mr.Frederickson,and passed unanimously. VII.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - BUILD ON UNPLATTED PROPERTY The Chamber of Commerce has requested permission to build on unplatted proper ty.The Chamber is proposing to construct an addition to its existing build ing at 324 S.Pioneer Way.The area is zoned Public and is served with city sanitary sewer and water.The Chamber is also requesting permission to use the parking area immediately behind the library.The Planning Commission recommended that the request be granted with the stipulation that no occupancy permit be issued until the land is platted. The resolution allowing the Chamber of Commerce to build on unplatted property was read by title only. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Frederickson,and passed unanimously. ICIPAL TRACT 12 - SET DATE TO CONSIDER The city has submitted a preliminary plat for a two lot,163 acre,subdivision which is the site of the Municipal Airport. Action Taken:Mr.Biallas moved that the plat be considered at the February 23 meeting,seconded by Mr.Chandler,and passed unanimously. 4174 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:5 February 9,1988 VIII.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION FIRE DEPARTMENT - RADIO FREQUENCY USE Authorization is requested for the City Manager to sign an agreement with the Department of Community Development for the city to utilize the On-Scene Com mand and Coordination Radio frequency.This frequency would be used by the Fire Department. Action Taken:Mr.Edwards moved that the City Manager be authorized to sign the agreement,seconded by Mr.Biallas,and passed unanimously. IX.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS None X.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS MARINA DRIVE TRAFFIC COUNTS Lf)A report on the average daily traffic counts on Marina between Sunset and rr\Broadway was presented to Council.Marina is listed among the five worstt-1.streets in the city.The matter will be discussed during the Council/staff's _2.1988 retreat. CD STREET LIGHTING . <The PUD has adopted a change in their customer service policies relating to street lighting which in effect cancels the street lighting agreement effec tive February 17,1988. The regular meeting was adjourned at_JJL:10 p.m. ATTEST City Clerk