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The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
July 8, 2008 at 7:00 pm in the City Hall,
Those present were Mayor Walter and Councilmembers Fancher,
6 Year Transportation Plan
This meeting has been advertised as a public hearing on the 6
Year Transportation Plan. Mayor Walter opened the public hearing. Councilmember
Fancher asked about the extension of
WSDOT Project
Two representatives from the Department of Transportation
were present to inform the Mayor and Council there will be a construction
project on the
TVBRC
Mayor Walter stated that the TVBRC needs an attendant and that he has had Chief Burks checking the facility to see when it was open. Councilmember Ramsey stated Sylvia Williams has been hired and will be taking over. Dave Kester, Chamber President, stated the reason the facility has not had an attendant is due to several matters. The last person that was hired had to quit for health reasons. They have also had very poor response to their advertisements.
Proposed Ordinance #653
The proposed ordinance for not allowing skaters, bikers, etc on certain sidewalks in town was discussed. There were many people in the audience. Councilmember Ramsey stated that the ordinance would not ban them from all sidewalks just certain ones. Councilmember Fancher stated she had been contacted by a business owner who wanted to know who would be liable for injuries if they occurred on the sidewalk in front of their business. Councilmember Vugteveen asked the young people in the audience to put themselves in the Council’s shoes. The Council is trying to consider all aspects. The Mayor stated he had talked to 30 businesses about the proposed ordinance and asked them if the skaters and bikers should be banned and they said they have no problem with them. Chief Burks stated there have been complaints such as damage to the new well house, skateboarders skating down Hwy 20, damage at U.S. Bank, and damage to Lee Franks trees. He suggested an ordinance that would allow the skaters and bikers on the sidewalks with conditions. There were many comments regarding the proposed ordinance. The opponents of the ordinance stated they are respectful of others and should not be banned from the sidewalks. Those in favor of the ordinance stated they are concerned with the safety and liability issues. A heated discussion between Mayor Walter and Councilmember Fancher ensued. Mayor Walter called a 3 minutes recess. After 3 minutes the Mayor called the meeting back to order. Conversation continued regarding the proposed ordinance, no action was taken.
Salmon Viewing Platform
The City Clerk reported on the status of the Salmon Viewing Platform. It will be required to have a qualified person on site to watch the area during the excavation portion of the project. This detail is being worked on.
Proposed Ordinance #654
Ordinance #654 was briefly discussed. The proposed ordinance is an amendment to Chapter 8.04 of the Tonasket Municipal Code pertaining to Garbage, Refuse and Waste.
Ordinance #655 First
Ordinance #655, a budget amendment ordinance was presented for the first time and will be brought forward to the next Council meeting for approval.
American Legion/Flags
It was the consensus of the Council to allow the American Legion to add new flag holders on the light poles and for the Legion to contact Superintendent Bill Pilkinton.
Weeds
It was discussed there are some noxious weeds on some property in town. The City Clerk will have the Building Official look into the proper procedure to remedy this problem.
River Run
The City Clerk announced that the Greater Columbia River Run
trip will be this Saturday, July12th at 8:00 am and it will start in Oroville
and end at the
Pool Vacuum
It was moved by
Baby Pool
Councilmember Fancher asked why the baby pool at the park was not being filled and used. It was replied it is difficult to keep clean but the pool employees will be instructed to open it and try to keep it in compliance.
Committee Needed
The City Clerk informed the Mayor that a Community/Council Committee is needed to assist with the Airport Layout Plan.
Bonaparte Creek Meeting
The City Clerk announced there will be a Bonaparte Creek meeting on Thursday,
July 17th at the
Pool Sign
It was moved by
Small Works Roster
The City Clerk presented to the Mayor and Council a Small Works Roster Interagency Agreement with the Department of General Administration that would assist with finding qualified contractors from all over the state. This is for review and will be brought up at the next Council meeting.
Planning Commission Members
The City Clerk reported that George Frank is planning on resigning from the Planning
Commission and that Planning Commission Member Barbara Walker has not been attending the meetings. Mayor Walter will address this issue.
Emfinger/Retainage Approval
It was moved by Vugteveen and seconded by Fancher to authorize payment of retainage to William Emfinger in the amount of $8,250.00 contingent on receiving the appropriate paperwork. Motion carried.
Consent Agenda Approval
It was moved by Ramsey and seconded by Vugteveen to approve the Consent Agenda which includes the June Payroll, (9521-9557) $55,245.41, June Bills (18820-18874)
$21,836.26 and the minutes of the previous meeting. Motion carried.
It was moved by Vugteveen and seconded by Fancher to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
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Patrick Walter, Mayor
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Alice J. Attwood,
Clerk-Treasurer