City Council Meetings

MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL August 27, 2024 STUDY SESSION Grant County Trends Dr. Patrick Jones from the Eastern Washington University’s Institute for Public Policy & Economic Analysis reviewed online data at www.grantcountytrends.org. Dr. Jones emphasized on the city numbers compared to state, county, and national in the categories of population, age groups, income, residential real estate, water quality, graduation rates, and transportation. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Moses Lake City Council was called to order at 6:40 p.m. by Mayor Swartz in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center with audio remote access. Special notice for remote attendance and citizen comment were posted on the meeting agenda. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Swartz; Deputy Mayor Madewell; Council Members Lombardi, Skaug, Fancher, Martinez, and Myers. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Victor Lombardi led the Flag Salute. AGENDA APPROVAL Mayor Swartz added confirmation of appointments for Park Board and Airport Commission. Action taken: Council Member Martinez moved to approve the Agenda as amended, second by Council Member Fancher. The motion carried 7 – 0. PRESENTATIONS New Building Official Introduction Interim Community Development Director Vivian Ramsey introduced the city's new Building Official Todd Cunningham. Mr. Cunningham stepped to the podium and expressed his gratitude to the Council for the chance to support the Moses Lake community in his new role. Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation Proclamation Mayor Swartz read and delivered the annual proclamation to Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation Executive Director Angel Ledesma provided an overview of the organization to the Council. She narrated a touching story about a client who battled cancer twice, resulting in a postponed wedding organized by the Foundation. Ms. Ledesma shared inauguration of a new radiation clinic at Confluence Health and the Foundation's introduction of an overnight program for patients traveling from outside Moses Lake seeking treatment. They aim to establish housing for these individuals in the future while local hotels are offering discounted rates for their clients. Street Vacation Process Development Review Manager Corey Davisson delivered a presentation outlining the steps from application to final evaluation for street and right of way vacation requests. Document Ref: PZGVY-6K7Z5-MPPBQ-IBBRQ Page 1 of 774  City Council Minutes - August 27, 2024 CITIZEN’S COMMUNICATION Virginia & Luta St Covenant Michael Riley, Moses Lake, questioned the breakdown of project expenses related to the covenant based on current standards and regulations beyond the designated boundary. Interim City Manager Mike Jackson will follow up with Mr. Riley about questions asked. Miscellaneous Elisia Dalluge, Moses Lake, thanked Parks Director Doug Coutts for attending the Moses Lake Community Coalition Meeting. She also attended meetings for Grant County and Grant Public Utility District to learn that they are having similar issues as the city. Mayor Swartz assured her that Council has met and will continue to meet with these Commissioners, as well as the Port of Moses Lake. SUMMARY REPORTS MAYOR’S REPORT Board & Commission Appointments Vacancies for the Municipal Airport Commission and Park Board were posted in accordance to MLMC 2.08.740 and one eligible application was submitted for each position. Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Director Doug Coutts introduced Jennifer McCarthy, a dedicated Museum volunteer and Big Bend Community College Professor, as his recommendation for the unexpired term. Action taken: Council Member Martinez moved to confirm the appointment of Ms. McCarthy, second by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 7 – 0. Municipal Airport Commissioner Darrin Jackson introduced Jeremy Davis as their recommendation for the vacancy. Mr. Davis is a new pilot and serves as the president of the local Pilot’s Association. Mr. Davis expressed his gratitude to Council for their consideration. Action taken: Council Member Fancher moved to confirm the appointment of Mr. Davis, second by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 7 – 0. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT Executive Search Consultant Update GMP Consultants are working with staff to coordinate meetings with Council and Directors for criteria on searches for a new City Manager and Fire Chief. Opioid Abatement Consultant Update Chelan Commissioner Overbay advised staff that they should have all signatures in place to initiate process for determination of funding allocations on September 1. PUBLIC HEARING #1 LKQ Development Agreement Ordinance 3049 LKQ Foster Auto Parts, Inc., Project consists of roughly 159.71 acres. Permit # Document Ref: PZGVY-6K7Z5-MPPBQ-IBBRQ Page 2 of 774  City Council Minutes - August 27, 2024 PLN2024-0060 (Short Subdivision) describes the Project as development of a vehicle recycling and parts warehousing facility consisting of a 182,000 sq. ft. facility and 140-acre+ stone yard. The Agreement is needed in order for the Developer to secure financing. Mayor Swartz opened the hearing at 7:20 p.m., there being no comments, the hearing was closed. Action taken: Council Member Fancher moved to adopt Ordinance 3049 to authorize the City Manager execute the LKQ Development Agreement before October 31, second by Council Member Martinez. The motion carried 7 – 0. CONSENT AGENDA #2 a. Meeting minutes dated August 13, 2024 b. Electronic Transfer: N/A Checks: 166621 - 166855 - $1,666,123.92 Payroll Checks: 08-16-2024 PR, #66404 - 66433 - $16,570.20 Electronic Payments: 08-16-2024 Direct Deposit - $793,248.57 c. GIS Ground Radar Purchase Action taken: Council Member Fancher moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, second by Council Member Martinez. The motion carried 7 – 0. NEW BUSINESS #3 Valley Road Landscaping GC2023-108 Project Surveyor Levi Bisnett provided a slide deck in the meeting packet to illustrate Valley Road Landscaping options. The project is divided into three sections: Paxson Drive to Grape, Grape to Central, and Central to Stratford Rd. Staff received a $27,000 grant from the Transportation Improvement Board to cover a portion of the project costs. Council requested color where possible and inquired to staff about Code Enforcement on adjacent private properties. Action taken: Council Member Fancher motioned to authorize Valley Road Landscaping GC2023-108, second by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 7 - 0. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTS Council Member Martinez announced that the Watershed Council will have the State of the Lake address on September 16 at the Civic Center. She shared that Department of Natural Resource contracts generate revenue to support mutual aid of firefighting resources across the state. She later expressed gratitude to the police department for organizing the National Night Out event and that there are openings for police officer positions. Council Member Fancher attended the Community Development and Public Works Committee meeting today where they continue to discuss water. City Engineer Richard Law has been invited to a more senior role with the Bureau of Reclamation. There are plans to have a presentation to full Council regarding the Wheeler Road corridor project. Document Ref: PZGVY-6K7Z5-MPPBQ-IBBRQ Page 3 of 774  City Council Minutes - August 27, 2024 Council Member Skaug provided an update on the challenges faced by Well 17, highlighting the dynamic nature of the water issue. He expressed his gratitude for the hard work put in by the city staff to address water concerns. Council Member Lombardi attended a meeting for the Port of Moses Lake and learned that Boeing employees may strike on September 12. Their discussion covered their capital budget and potential to build a convention center. He hopes the municipal airport commissioners will also work on completing their five-year plan. Council Member Madewell expressed her gratitude to Police and Fire Department for attending the back to school backpack event. Mayor Swartz also thanked Police and the Fire Department for participating in National Night Out. The Sister City Program concluded a successful student exchange and plans to send five students to Japan next year. He acknowledged Police Chief Dave Sands and his team for their prompt response to the unfortunate shooting incident at the Grant County Fair. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Swartz called an Executive Session for 15 minutes from 8 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. to consider acquisition of real estate for lease or purchase pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1) subsection b, followed by a Closed Session, with no action to follow. ADJOURNMENT The regular meeting was adjourned at 8:53 p.m. ______________________________________ Dustin Swartz, Mayor ATTEST____________________________ Debbie Burke, City Clerk Document Ref: PZGVY-6K7Z5-MPPBQ-IBBRQ Page 4 of 774