1976 09 212430
CITY OF MOSES LAKE
MOSES LAKE,WASHINGTON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - REGULAR SESSION September 21, 1976
CITY HALL - COUNCIL ROOM 8:00 p.m.
Members Present:Don Swanson,Eric Skaug,Jim Barney,Kent Jones,Bill Moe, and
Bob Hill.Absent:Norm Johnson
Mayor Don Swanson called the meeting to order and called for approval of the minutes
of the last regular session held on September 14, 1976. Mr. Hill stated that he
wished the minutes to show that Mrs.Jones,owner/manager of Skyline Trailer Park,
was aware of the 25% surcharge for water users outside the city limits of Moses Lake.
Mr. Hill moved that the minutes be accepted as amended, seconded by Mr. Jones, and
passed unanimously.
I.CITIZENS INPUT
Carl Stolz,219 Linden Avenue,stated that he had received an assessment on the
Beaumont Drive LID for approximately $900,and he wanted to know why it was so
much.Mr.Fay stated that it would very difficult to explain the zone termini
method of assessment at this time but he would get together with Mr.Stolz and
explain how the assessment is set up.
II.CONSIDERATION OF BIDS
None
III.PETITIONS,COMMUNICATIONS OR PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
IV.ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE -BASIN WATER SOURCES,INC.-FRANCHISE -SECOND READING://^
The Ordinance granting to Basin Water Sources,Inc.,the right and franchise to
use and occupy designated streets,alleys,and other public places and ways of the
City of Moses Lake,Washington,to construct,maintain,repair,renew,and operate
a water distribution system within and through certain portions of the City of Moses
Lake, Washington, was read by title only.
Mr. Barney moved that the Ordinance be adopted,seconded by Mr.Hill.
Mr. Moe stated that he felt it should be a 15 year franchise as this was what was
recommended by the City staff.
The motion to adopt the ordinance passed with Mr. Moe opposed.
RESOLUTION -UTILITY EASEMENT -SHARON AVENUE
A letter from Jerry Fay,Public Works Director,was read which stated that this /£?/o
resolution accepts an easement for utility purposes on Sharon Avenue from Donald
and Delia Ewald.
The resolution accepting an easement to the City of Moses Lake, Washington, for
utility purposes was read by title only.
Mr. Jones moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr. Barney, and passed
unanimously.
RESOLUTION -CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT PARKING
A letter from Jerry Fay,Public Works Director,was read which stated that the ///^~~
bonding council indicated reluctance to bond for a Parking Improvement District
in the downtown area of Moses Lake.The bond council will not approve a revenue
bond but will approve a General Obligation Bond which,in effect,requires the City
to guarantee repayment of the cost of the improvements.
Mr.Skaug stated that the map showing the boundaries of the proposed Parking Improve
ment District did not agree with the legal description in Section 1 of the resolution.
Mr. Fay stated that this map was an earlier one and that it was in error.
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Mr.Hill stated that four of the seven Councilmen have property within the boundaries
of this district and he felt there could be a difficulty on the vote.
There was considerable discussion by the Council on the feasibility of this plan,
and how the bond could be paid for without involving the City.
Mr.Acres stated that he did not like the state statute and he felt that if this
was passed the Council should bear in mind that the Cityfs general fund would very
likely have to pay off some of the obligation.He stated that possibly an LID
could be a better way to proceed with this project.
The Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moses Lake,Washington,declaring
its intention to establish a business improvement area as provided by state law and
fixing a time,date and place for the hearing of this resolution of intent was read
by title only.
Mr.Jones moved that the resolution be tabled,seconded by Mr.Hill,and passed
unanimously.
Mr.Fay stated that he would check with the downtown merchants and see what they
felt about an LID and let the Council know the results.
RESOLUTION -PUBLIC WORKS GRANT PROGRAM
iQy A letter from Jerry Fay,Public Works Director,was read which stated that a resolu-
yjp tion is necessary for submittal of projects requesting funds under the new Public
Ag,Works Law.
//b The resolution authorizing the City Manager of Moses Lake to sign and submit on
V behalf of the City of Moses Lake forms requesting grants from the Economic Develop
ment Administration under the Public Works Employment Act of 1976 (Public Law 94-369)
was read by title only.
Mr.Fay stated that the grants are for projects that have to be started within 90
days of the awarding of the grant.Mr.Fay listed the following projects that could
be started within the 90 day time limit:
1.Valley Road Transmission Main -approximately $80,000
2.Enclosing the storm drainage on Central Drive -approximately $160,OuO
3.Peninsula Reservoir -approximately $710,000
4.Vally Road construction -approximately $235,000
5.Knolls Vista Intercepter Sewer -approximately $625,000
Mr.Moe moved that the resolution be adopted,seconded by Mr.Jones,and passed
unanimously.
V.REQUESTS TO CALL FOR BIDS
MARINA DRIVE L.I.D./—
yX^P A letter from Jerry Fay,Public Works Director,was read which requested Council
r authorization to advertise for bids on Marina Drive.
Mr.Jones moved that City staff be authorized to advertise for bids,seconded by
Mr.Barney,and passed unanimously.
VI.REFERRALS FROM COMMISSIONS
None
f"r
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VII.OTHER ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
FACILITIES PLAN - STEVENS,THOMPSON AND RUNYAN -INFORMATIONAL _
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A letter from M. G. McLanahan, Assistant Public Works Director, was read which stated
that the Department of Ecology has requested that certain areas be investigated for
feasibility and Mr. Nordby of Stevens, Thompson and Runyan will brief the Council
on this and the current status of the Facilities Plan.
Mr. Nordby gave a facilities plan status report.
MERCHANT POLICE LICENSE
A letter from Wayne Baker,Police Chief,was read which stated that Mr.Jack /Oto^
Magnussen has applied for a business license to conduct a merchant police business
within the City of Moses Lake.Mr.Baker recommended that Mr.Magnussen be
appointed a Merchant Policeman.
Mr.Moe asked if he would be using the same radio frequency as the police and Mr.
Baker stated that he would not.
Mr.Swanson then asked Mr.Baker if he had any control over who was hired for the
Merchant Police, and he stated that he did.
Mr.Hill moved that the request be approved,seconded by Mr.Jones,and passed
unanimously.
HOUSING STUDY
A letter from Stan Bech,City Planner,was read which stated that Warne N.Schaap,/0^>^
Jr.,Housing Assistance Intern for Grant County,will be conducting a survey to
determine the quantity and quality of the existing housing stock and to make projec
tions for future housing needs.Mr.Schaap is requesting that a Citizen's Advisory
Committee be formed to aid in guiding the housing study in Moses Lake.
Mr.Schaap stated that the Federal Government required all the information asked
on the questionnaire and he did not know of any other way to obtain this information.
He stated that about 1/3 of the population would be surveyed.
It was the consensus of the Council that the citizens be informed that the survey
is strictly confidential and that the answers would be on a strictly voluntary basis.
Mr.Hill stated that he objected to some of these questions as he felt it could
constitute invasion of privacy.Mr.Schaap stated that no names were being asked
and that it was strictly volunteer.
Mr.Skaug moved that the Council submit names to Mr.Schaap and then he can pick
out his committee,seconded by Mr,Moe,and passed with Mr.Hill opposed.
VIII.COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
None
IX.CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
KNOLLS VISTA L.I.D.PROCEDURE
Mr.Fay stated that the streets in the Knolls Vista area are very badly deteriorated
and he suggested that an L.I.D.be set for surfacing of these streets.He stated
that if the Council was in favor of this action, that he would suggest holding
public meetings with the residents in the area to find out their views.
There was some discussion on whether the L.I.D. would be necessary as this area
was on the Public Works Program for grant funds.Mr. Fay stated that the L.I.D
could be set up on an anticipatory basis where the City could contribute some
funds and the homeowners contribute some funds.
Mr. Hill moved that the staff proceed in the procedures to get an L.I.D for street
overlaying and curbs if the Knolls Vista residents would approve one, seconded
by Mr.Skaug,and passed with Mr.Jones abstaining.
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^Mr.Waggener stated that the Planning Commission has set a study session for
\0 Thursday,September 23,and the Council has been asked to attend.The Council
also set a study session for October 7.
Mr.Waggener informed the Council that the insurance policies for the City expire
on January 1,1978,instead of 1977 as Mr.Gagnier had previously stated,and that
he would take no action on this until the end of 1977. This was agreeable to the
Council.
Mr.Waggener stated that the LEOFF Disability Board has a vacancy,which needs to
be filled by a city representative.Mr.Jones was nominated to fill this vacancy.
The meeting was adjourned at 10 p.m.
Donald E.Swanson,Mayor
ATTEST:
>QiW C,&jjj>.1<o^^
n C. Burton, Acting City Clerk