1973 11 13CITY COUNCIL MEETING -Regular Session November 13,1973
Council Chambers -City Hall 8:00 P.M.
Members present -Councilman Robt.E.Hill,W.B.Moe,Norman W.Johnson,Gordon Ebbert,
Don Swanson,Michael Boyle.Otto M.Skaug was not present.
Due to the absence of Mayor Skaug,the Council unanimously elected'Bob Hill as Mayor Pro Tern.
Mayor Hill called the meeting to order.
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Invocation -Pastor Leigh Nygard,Free Methodist Church
Mayor H'll called for approval of the minutes of the previous Council meeting of October 23,1973.
Motion by Boyle that the minutes be approved as written.Second by Johnson.Motion carried.
REGULAR BILLS TOTAL AMOUNT PAID
GENERAL $12,719.33
STREET 6,295.00
ARTERIAL STREET 1,351.82
URBAN ARTERIAL 5,273.07
WATER/SEWER 100,523.82
tC SANITATION 8,325.47
C£1972 WATER/SEWER CONSTRUCTION 346,376.26
00 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 1,788.83
*T*L.I.D.#27 9,723.762L.I.D.#28 3,993.84
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Motion by Boyle that the regular bills be paid.Second by Hill.Motion carried.
Warrant No's 5414 through 5509 in the amount of $496,371.20 were approved for payment.
APPOINTMENT TO FILL UNEXPIRED COUNCIL TERM
Temporary Mayor Hill announced that the vacancy on the Council when Dr.Lindell resigned for health
reasons had not been filled due to the pending election,and as a result Don Swanson has been elected
for the ensuing four years',he made a motion to appoint Don Swanson to complete the unexpired term
remaining when Dr.Lindell resigned.Second by Johnson.Motion carried.
R. R.Gagnier,City Clerk,administered the Oath of Office to Mr.Swanson,and he was seated as a
^—'new Councilman for the remainder of the year.He will take official office as an 'elected*Councilman
in January,1974.
ORDINANCE - REPEALING CITY CODE - SALE OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY (1st reading).
Aletter was read from Police Chief Baker stating that the 1973 legislature passed House Bill No.160 '&//
governing personnel property in possession of Police Departments and specifying the method of which
it may be disposed of.This law is now in effect and is codified under Title 63 of the Revised Code of
Washington.Our present City Ordinance governing unclaimed property (2,12) is in conflict with this
new State law.City Attorney,John Calbom advised that repealing Chapter 2.12 of the City Code will
be adequate.Anew Ordinance will not be necessary as the property that comes in the possession of
the Police Department can be disposed of efficiently under the new State law.
City Manager Chet Waggener explained,the new State law allows disposal after 60 days,and our
ordinance was one.year.It is quite an advantage to us instead d holding items for one year.
The ordinance was read in its entirety repealing Chapter 2.12 of the City Code entitled "Sale of un
claimed Property".Motion by Johson to accept the first reading of the ordinance.Second by Boyle.
Motion carried.
MOSES LAKE FLOOD PLAIN IDENTIFICATION STUDY -DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY //0<sJ/
George Krill,of the Department of Ecology,and Larry Monroe from Stevens , Thompson &.Runyan,Inc.,Spokane,
were present.
George Krill officially presented the study to the City Council.He gave some background why this study
came about.The Department of Ecology in launching a State Water Program in the Big Bend Basin had
monies available for flood studies.Larry Hlbbard.Community Development Director,inquired about it
and submitted a request that one of these studies be done for the City of Moses Lake since some of the
insurance people in Moses Lake were concerned that people could not get flood insurance until such a
study was made.Much of the data had to be pulled together into some kind of report to be usable for
the City.The DOE contracted with Stevens,Thompson &Runyan,Inc.,Consulting firm of Spokane todo the study on about 18 miles of shoreline in and adjacent to the City of Moses Lake.The report combines
*—*the knowledge of the flood potential,and hoped that it will be use''in methods of design to prevent future
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flood damages.Losses throughout the nation resulting from flood damage is just not a lack in planning
wisdom,it is probably just a lack due to unwise use of the flood plains,he stated,and this comes
about by restricted flow,by building into the flood plains,building inadequate crossings,that is,bridges,,
etc.Most of this can be prevented in proper administration in flood plain regulations.
He went on to say that the hydrologlc basis for this type of study revolves around solving the magnitude
of the flood,and normally look at a magnitude of a 100-year flood,or which has a 1%chance of occurring
each year,and arrived at through statistical studies based on stream flow records,if available,or rain
fall and basin run-off characteristics.Another reason for using 100-year flood,is that the Federal Flood
Insurance Program relates to the extent of elevation,etc.,related to a 100-year flood.The study made for
Moses Lake has elevations calculated and listed for the convenience of anybody who might use them .^>
It also has profiles with elevations coinciding with an aerial photo which combines all this to show the
extent of the approximate 100-year flood.This is valuable not only for zoning regulations,but for locat
ing waste disposals and in general incorporating the use of public utilities into a flood plain management
plan.
Larry Monroe related some of the technical aspects of the study.He stated that the vlllan in this instance ,y
is Crab Ci'eek,There are some structures built across it in the form of bridges which tend to impound and
impede the flow of water.This is primarily the cause of any severe flooding or where any noticeable flood
could take place.There are several outlets on the Lake,such as the Moses Lake Irrigation &Rehabili
tation District's,which is an old outlet structure which consists of some gated lubes which the District feels
is not really very serviceable anymore and has not been used in the last several years.All of the-discharge
out of the Lake is being controlled presently by the U.S.Bureau of Reclamation structure.In inspecting this
structure,it would probably receive severe structural damage in case of a full flood.By use of computer,
ran trial hydraulic calculations,using both the Irrigation structure and the Bureau's-structure as being full open
and tried them in all ways,and the one that is reflected in the study utilizes the U.S.Bureau of Reclamation ,
structure entirely.In using this structure to pass the flood,there would be a rate .of rise slightly less than
one inch per hour and this would take place for a period of 7 to 8 hours,which would then bring the maxi
mum elevation of the Lake below Alder Street at Parker Horn up to 1046.65 feet for a total of 3.1 feet over
when the flood came.
Mr.Monroe thanked the City Staff for their excellent cooperation during this study regarding historical
information about past floods,where high water r.arks were,the actual damage that had been done and
the nature of the flooding.
The STR representative stated that needing the study before the people could!have the insurance,basically
is wrong.Six items are required by HUD and two of them are resolutions to go ahead/some sort of flood
plain regulations or sub-division ordinances of this type.Other than that they need only vhe rough estimate
of population and number of houses,etc.This is sent into HUD,and at that point when tl.e application is
accepted,people will be able to buy the insurance.The study is not a requirement,.' • '
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BobHill suggested that perhaps a letter be sent to insurance writers in Moses Lake informing them of the
information regarding flood.insurance.
PLANNING COMMISSION-DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE REVISIONS ^
A letter was read from Larry Hlbbard,Community Development Director,stating that the Planning
Commission has been working on revisions to the Zoning Ordinance,and that Al Munson,Chairman of
the Planning Commission will explain/some of the proposed changes.
Al Munson stated the project was undertaken after a rash of variance requests.He read the present
zones listed and in force since 1961,and also how many acres in each zone and the number of acres in
use under each classification.Proposed new zones are:Aqrlcultureal Zone - Some of the surrounding,
area we take into the City is agricultural,and possibly should remain as such for a certain length of '
time.Tourist Commercial District:-To replace Highway Service,and limit it to businesses which
cater to the traveling public to sites near the highway intersections and major arterials.Goneral Commercial ;
to replace C-2 and trying to define the actual business permitted in.this zone.Also update Parking Standards;
Addition of on-premise Sign Regulations;Update Mobile Home Park Standaids,ard addition of Shoreline Manage
ment Standards.At the present time the preliminary draft is completed through C-l zone for final.When
all completed the Planning Commission would like to arrange a study session with the City Council to go
over the final draft before presenting it for adoption.
PROGRESS REPORT NO.1 -MOSES LAKE CIVIC CENTER STUDY -Harvey Vernier -
Harvey Vernier was out of town and not able toatttud the meeting.The Council concurred with the
City Manager's suggestion to delay discussion with the Architect until after the Budget meetings or
perhaps until after the first of the year.
SOUP WASTE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL -REQUEST TO CALL FOR BIDS
A letter was read from Richard L.Weaver,Public Works Director,stating that the present contract
for solid waste collection and disposal will expire at the end of February,1974,and requested permission
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to call for bids to provide refuse service for the City covering the period 1974 to 1979.
Rich Weaver stated that the service would be what we are getting now.The unusual item is that it
calls for two sections so that we can cancel one section and let the County take over in 1975.The
County is in agreement with this,and if we go to the Solid W3Ste Plan the City will continue billing
customers within the city and see to it that the people within the citywill receive service.County
involvement would be limited to the solid waste disposal site and our contractor will have to contract
for the billing at the site and everything else will remain the same.
Motion by Johnson to grant the request to call for bids for solid waste collection and disposal.Second
by Boyle.Motion carried.
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT -MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT ,
A letter was read from Rich Weaver stating that he is submitting for the Council's consideration a
contract for managerial services at the Municipal Airport naming Daryl Jackson as manager.The
intent of this agreement is to implement the recommendations made in the "Alternatives and Operation
al Guidelines"report in order to provide fast,efficient service to the public by utilizing an on-site
manager who can respond immediately to their problems.He will also accomplish minor maintenance of .
the facilities as required and the scheduling of major maintenance through the City.
City Manager Chet Waggener stated that some minor changes are made in the contract,for instances
on page 2 under Section H."Gas Service"-4th line shall read "No attendant will be required when the
airport is closed,when approved by the City,because of inclement weather conditions."Also the
effective date will be listed as item 8 on Page 4 and it shall be December 1,1973.Mr.Jackson is in
agreement with these changes.
Motion by Hill to authorize the City Manager and Cipy Clerk to negotiate a contract with Daryl Jackson
subject to changes mentioned by the City Manager.Second by Johnson.Motion carried.
GRANT COUNTY HEALTH DISTRICT:'r Nomination \or Election
Action on this item was delayed at the Council Meeting of October 23,1973.The County Health District
position was vacated when Dr.Lindell resigned and the teim expires in December 1975.The Health
District is asking for nominations for election to fill the vacancy.
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Johnson moved-"to break in the new Councilman Don Swanson."Second by Hill.Motion carried.
SHORELINES MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMAN //<?3
Temporary Mayor Bob Hill stated he initiated this action a few weeks ago and if acceptable to the Council
he offered to serve on the Shorelines Management Committee.There being no opposition -the Council concurred.
SHORELINES MANAGEMENT CONTRACT -DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
A letter was read from Larry Hibbard stating that the Department of Ecology has made $1400 available to the
City of Moses Lake for the development of the Shorelines Management Master Plan.The money will be
matched by in-kind services which are already budgeted for the planning of shoreline areas within the city
as required by the State Shorelines Management Act.All of the technical work of the plan will be done by
the Community Development Department with the assistance of the advisory committee which the council
created through the appointment of a chairman at their last meeting.Upon completion of the plan early in
1974,it will be presented to the City Council for final adoption.He recommended that the :Council author
ize the City Manager to sign this contract with the Department cf Ecology for $1400.
Motion by Johnson to authorize the City Manager to sign the contract.Second by Hill.Motion carried.
COMMUNITY GOALS COMMITTEES -APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN
Aletterwas read from Larry Hibbard stating thatthe next stepin the Community Goals procedure is the A-''^
formation of Task Force Committees for the five areas of greatest community concern,Industrial Develop
ment,Parks and Recreation,City Appearance and Downtown Development,as shown by the Community
Questionnaire.It is planned to get the first committee going now and the other three within the next
month or so.The first committee it is hoped to organize is the Industrial Development Task Force.
Each task force will be asked to do four things:1.Develop long range goals (20 years)for particular areas
of concern.2. Make policy recommendations for meeting goals.3.Determine the top three of four pro
ject priorities.4.Make a report by February 1,1974.
Also Marshall Burress has expressed his willingness to serve as chairman of the Industrial Development
Task Force Committee.He recommended the Council appoint Mr.Burress as chairman of this committee
and allow him to select his committee using names suggested by the Council or others.
Motion by Boyle that Marshall Burress be appointeH as chairman of this committee and allow him to
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select his committee using names suggested by the Council or others.Second by Moe.
Bob Hill commented regarding Industrial Development -is that a City Council Involvement or task?The
Port District has two employees working full time on Industrial Development.The Chamber of Commerce
used to have a commitee regcirdirglndustrial Development,-so what does the City expect to arrive at
from an Industrial Development Committee other than these groups are doing?
Larry Hibbard replied that this is not just a City project,but it is a project the City is involved with
Chamber input and the Port has offered assistance in staffing this committee when organized,and they
will have their input that way.One reason for coming to Council is they look toward the Council as
being the legislative body,and for their leadership and approval,and it is not something the City Council
is doing cri its own.
City Manager Chet Waggener stated that the Chamber was anxious to work with the City and others with this
type of involvement with the committees,and in this particular one in Industrial Development.Going back
even to the questionnaire phase,the Port District was very much interested in it,and believe they very much
welcomed this kind of committee structure.I don't think they feel it is something duplicating what they are
doing.
Bob Hill stated he agreed with Mike Boyle's motion,but would amend it to have somebody from the
Port Industrial group serve on the committee.Second by Johnson.Motion carried.Opposed by Boyle.
The question was called to vote on the motion before it was amended -that of appointing Marshall Burress
Chairman of the Industrial Development Committee.Motion carried.
FINANCIAL REPORT -OCTOBER 1973
Rick Gagnier stated that basically as mentioned last month,the format is very-similar and that both
revenues and expenditures reflect an October 31st cut-off date.It is anticipated that all funds are now
adequately funded for the duration of the year.In general the city continues to maintain an excellent
financial posture.
CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING PROTECTS -STATUS REPORT
Rich Weaver commented that when he submitted the "book"at the last Council meeting,he indicated it
was to be updated,and the report submitted now is more in line with what we intend to submit in v/hatPyouwillmostlikelyreceivedingenerala.3 a report.
There were no further items of business on the agenda.Meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
MAY'OR PRO T#M -Robert E.Hill
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