CITY OF GOLDENDALE GOLDENDALE, WASHINGTON REGULAR MEETING APRIL 3, 2006 The Regular meeting of the Goldendale City Council was called to order by Mayor Mark Sigfrinius on Monday, April 3, 2006 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers. ROLL CALL: MAYOR Mark Sigfrinius COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Mable Eaton Marty Dixon Gary Hoctor Steve Johnston Tom Cuff Joe Abbott COUNCILMEMBER EXCUSED: Mike Montanye STAFF PRESENT: Larry Bellamy, City Administrator Tracy Hansen, Clerk-Treasurer Patricia Shamek, Administrative Assistant Rick McComas, Acting Police Chief COUNCILMEMBER EXCUSED: MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DIXON TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER MONTANYE. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. CONSENT AGENDA: MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSTON TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA CONSISTING OF THE MINUTES OF MARCH 20, 2006, CLAIMS WARRANTS #23462-23492 IN THE AMOUNT OF $94,435.77 AND PAYROLL WARRANTS #24720-24773 IN THE AMOUNT OF $80,721.76 FOR PAYROLL MARCH 1, 2006-MARCH 15, 2006. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. PRESENTATION: Introduction of Gary David Mr. Bellamy introduced Gary David, consultant. Mr. David stated he is not here to replace anyone, he is not a candidate for Police Chief position, he is only here to help. He has never hurt a department but has only given direction to departments. This should be looked at as an opportunity for outside experience and training. Some cities have ordinances that mandate a review of each department when that department head leaves, including police and fire departments. Mr. David wants to bring unity to the community and will be conducting a survey, talking to citizens, council, and personnel. He will also help set up the committee for selecting the new police chief. He wants to start with a meeting with Rick and the officers and establish a relationship. DEPARTMENT REPORT: Police Department Acting Chief McComas asked to delay his report until later in the agenda. COUNCIL BUSINESS: Aspect Consulting-Aquifer Storage & Recovery Feasibility Assessment Mr. Bellamy presented the contract with Aspect Consulting to do the analysis work which is funded by a Department of Ecology grant. The contract from Aspect is for $149,900 and the grant is $154,900. Mr. Griffin has spoken about this project in prior council meetings. This work is supported by the WIRA 30 program. Councilmember cuff asked why this work has not been done previously. Councilmember Hoctor replied this is a new process. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSTON TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT WITH ASPECT CONSULTING FOR THE AQUIFER STORAGE AND RECOVERY FEASIBILITY ASSESSMENT FOR THE CITY OF GOLDENDALE IN THE AMOUNT OF $149,900 FOR THE TOTAL PROJECT. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Cabaret License Mr. Bellamy told the council that Angelos Pizza and Ayutla’s Restaurant had each applied for a cabaret license. He has reviewed the floor plans, the police department and the applications conform to the requirements. He recommends issuance of the licenses. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSTON, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER ABBOTT TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF A CABARET LICENSE TO TIM CARPENTER, ANGELO’S PIZZA AND TO MARTINE GOMEZ, AYUTLA’S RESTURANT FOR THE YEAR 2006. Councilmember Johnston noted Angelo’s Pizza had only paid for ˝ year. It was explained the ordinance allows for payment by quarters and he had elected to pay for ˝ year. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSTON, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER ABBOTT TO AMEND THE MOTION TO INCLUDE AS PAID BY QUARTERS. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. RESOLUTIONS: Designation of Process Service Agent Mr. Bellamy informed the council the legislature has adopted a change which requires the City to designate parties to receive service on behalf of the City. If no agent is appointed the City could lose its ability to defend against the suit. The City attorney has reviewed and revised the proposed resolution. When passed this resolution must be filed with the Klickitat County Auditor. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DIXON TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 494 APPOINTING THE AGENT TO RECEIVE ANY CLAIM FOR DAMAGES UNDER RCW 4.96. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Acting Chief Temporary Pay Package Mr. Bellamy said there has been lots of discussion on the acting police chief, the consultant, and the process for hiring the new chief. In the council minutes of last meeting the amended motion was “…to extend the appointment of the current acting chief through the end of the year along with an additional salary increase, over and above the existing increase of about $350/month, and leave the assistant police chief open.” Mr. Bellamy was concerned about the wording of the motion and consulted the city attorney for his advise. The City Attorney advised the proper method was to adopt a resolution, but it does not include the extension to the end of the year. Also it is a confirmation of the Mayor’s appointment, since he is the only one that can appoint the acting police chief, while council confirms that appointment. The city attorney also advised that the council can not legally included the phrase “to the end of the year”. This resolution replaces the motion and reflects the discussion of the prior motion. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER ABBOTT TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 495 CONFIRMING RICK MCCOMAS AS ACTING POLICE CHIEF AND SETTING HIS SALARY. Councilmember Cuff inquired about the comparison between Chief Hill’s salary and the proposed salary for Acting Police Chief McComas. It was explained the Chief Hill was maxed at Step I plus longevity while this would be at Step G. Mayor Sigfrinius noted he was doing two jobs. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ORDINANCE Map Change MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSTON TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED MAP CHANGE FOR ITS FIRST READING. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Water/Sewer Connection Installation Costs Mayor Sigfrinius requested this ordinance be tabled until Mr. Griffin could be present. Councilmember Cuff asked how many new services were installed last year. It was believed between 5-8 and 3 already this year. Public Dance/Cabaret License The current cabaret code is outdated and this should be administrative rather than council. Mr. Bellamy said a lot of communities have gone to administrative review with the application requiring Police Department, Building Department and Clerk-Treasure approval prior to issuance. Councilmember Johnston wanted to add an appeal process to the council, the ability to suspend the license for the balance of the year for violations and a 6 month probation on new licenses. Councilmember Cuff concurred with this request as did Councilmember Hoctor. Acting Chief McComas requested some wording to allow a temporary removal of a license until council can hear the matter if a valid complaint is received on a license. It was also requested to add the Fire Department to the list of approvals needed. When a question arose about the Mayor’s ability to table the water/sewer motion it was MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSTON TO TABLE THE MOTION ON THE WATER/SEWER INSTALLATION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DIXON TO TABLE THE PUBLIC DANCE/CABARET LICENSE ORDINANCE CHANGE; ADD REQUESTED CHANGES TO THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND THEN PRESENT TO COUNCIL FOR ITS FIRST READING. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Tuttle Property Annexation Mr. Bellamy reviewed the growth boundary area, the zoning, water supply capacity, water distribution, sewer collection, sewer treatment, roadways, storm drainage, street lighting and other services which would affect this annexation. He also sought the advice of legal counsel. After reviewing all these areas he recommends approval of the second reading of this ordinance. Councilmember Dixon stated some of the public service issues will be handled in the sub-division request. The details of the water/sewer and road will be part of the preliminary plat handled by the Planning Commission, then brought to the City council. The City attorney recommends an overall review at that time. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSTON, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER ABBOTT TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 1348 RELATING TO THE TUTTLE ANNEXATION OF AN UNINCORPORATED AREA ADJACENT TO THE CITY. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilmember Johnston inquired about their intentions to install septic systems. Mr. Bellamy responded he has recommended they hook to the city sewer lines. Councilmember Cuff said the biggest concerns would be alleviated if they hook up to the sewer system. 1st Quarter Budget Amendment These requests reflect the 2005 project payments that came in after the end of the year. MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DIXON TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 1349 BEING THE 1ST QUARTER 2006 BUDGET AMENDMENT. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT: Acting Police Chief Rick McComas said he had met Gary David, talked about the Police Athletic League Program, the burglary at McCredy Hardware and the recent drug related investigation. He informed the council of Robert Colley’s resignation and that he will become employed by the Grandview Police Department. He requested the council consider filling this position with a lateral and moving Sergeant Bartowski to the acting assistant police chief position in the near future. Councilmember Johnston supported his request. Councilmember Cuff asked for a review of the budget prior to considering these requests. Mr. Bellamy and council discussed whether there will be civil service or union issues with the request to fill the assistant police chief position. Acting Chief McComas noted crime is up, but the department is doing well. He also discussed his foot patrol program. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT Mr. Bellamy talked about the meeting with the Park and Recreation District about the interlocal agreement to use the Wilma Olsen money to cover the pool, a letter to the heirs for definition on how the money could be used (ie construction only, architecture, plans and specification) and to let them know they are working on the project. A request for proposal for an architect has been advertised. Mr. Bellamy said he has received a notice of mediation on the union contract starting in May. Councilmember Johnston asked about a future economic development committee meeting. PUBLIC COMMENT Isaac Carmickle, 927 N. Grant, spoke as a citizen concerned about sidewalks and utilities in future developments. Irma Chambers thanked public works for taking down the mailbox in front of her home. She uses a post office box to keep prescriptions away from children. ADJOURNMENT: MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSTON, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOCTOR TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. _____________________________ Mark Sigfrinius Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ Tracy Hansen Clerk-Treasurer