City Council Meetings

MOSES LAKE CITY COUNCIL May 27, 2025 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Moses Lake City Council was called to order at 6:35 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 was 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 Lombardi led the Flag Salute. AGENDA APPROVAL Action taken: Council Member Fancher moved to approve the Agenda as presented, second by Council Member Martinez. The motion carried 7 – 0. PRESENTATIONS New Hire Introduction Recreation Supervisor Jordan Vaughn Parks Recreation & Cultural Services Director Doug Coutts introduced new hire Recreation Supervisor Jordan Vaughn. CB Tech Fire Science Program Student Introductions Fire Administrator Mike Ganz welcomed Fire Lieutenants Lynn Dodd and Jaron Shaddix, who serve as instructors for the CB Tech Fire Science Program. Lieutenant Dodd provided valuable insights into the program, while Lieutenant Shaddix introduced students Vincent Bodeman, Cora Preston, and Caitlin Fretwell. State Legislative Session Debrief Gordon Thomas Honeywell Government Relations Lobbyist Brianna Murray summarized the 2025 legislative session on operating, capital, and transportation matters. She will return in July to report further and work with the city on strategic long-term objectives that align with the political climate while advancing initiatives, particularly in water and energy. Patriot Church Program Pastor Aaron Noble of Patriot Church, also affiliated with Covenant Christian, launched Rapid Outreach, a program aimed at providing support to those in need. "Rapid" stands for "Rescuing All People in Distress" and includes detox, recovery, and transportation home. For over two years, the team has been working in Moses Lake to assist the homeless. CITIZEN’S COMMUNICATION Luta Street Covenant Nichole Owens, on behalf of Habitat Humanity of Greater Moses Lake, expressed concerns about the financial burden and requested flexibility in repayment terms, including the ability to make bulk payments or pay off the balance early without penalties. Document Ref: PYMNQ-M2EUR-JNR4I-K8TVF Page 1 of 4  CITY COUNCIL MINUTES – May 27, 2025 Spring Fest Safety Jeremy Davis, Moses Lake, thanked the Moses Lake Police Chief, Moses Lake Fire Chief, and the Grant County Sherrif’s staff for ensuring public safety at Springfest events. Honor Mary Cunnington Rich Victor, Moses Lake, came to honor long-time resident Mary Cunnington. He sighted her achievements, requested a picnic bench and plaque be erected in her name, and asked if Council would consider a proclamation naming the day the bench is placed as Mary Cunnington Day. Virginia & Luta Street Paving Project Michael Reilley, Moses Lake, requested that the repayment plan be structured without any exclusions or provisions.Nicole Owens, Moses Lake, expressed her concern with the additional money for the infrastructure for affordable housing and Habitat for Humanity. SUMMARY REPORTS MAYOR’S REPORT Iconic Fountain Rebuild Mayor Swartz recognized all staff and residents involved with the reconstruction and installation of the iconic fountain. Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Services Director Doug Coutts recognized the team throughout Moses Lake who made the revival project possible. AWC Annual Business Meeting Delegate The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) annual business meeting is on June 26. Council Members Martinez and Mayor Swartz volunteered to attend in person. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT Public Round Table Meeting on Sleep Center Closure City Manager Rob Karlinsey announced that a town hall meeting regarding the post sleep center plan will be held in the Council Chambers on June 2. Council Retreat Meetings Council will have a two-day retreat on June 5 at Best Western and June 12 at the Fairgrounds. CONSENT AGENDA #1 a. Electronic Transfer: N/A Checks: 170033 - 170243 - $1,275,936.62 Payroll Checks: 05-09-2025 PR, #66681 - 66725 - $20,723.59 Electronic Payments: 05-09-2025 Direct Deposit - $698,267.51 b. Vacant Lot Purchase and Sale Agreement Extension c. Set June 24 Hearing for Western Ave Vacate Resolution 4010 d. Set June 24 Hearing for Eastlake Dr Vacate Resolution 4011 pg. 2 Document Ref: PYMNQ-M2EUR-JNR4I-K8TVF Page 2 of 4  CITY COUNCIL MINUTES – May 27, 2025 Action taken: Council Member Fancher moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, second by Council Member Myers. The motion carried 7 – 0. OLD BUSINESS #2 Luta & Virginia Street Covenant Repayment Interest Rates Council previously called the Covenant with a 20-year term and prime interest rate. Staff since researched and presented three options for Council to consider for Luta and Virginia St. covenant repayments. Several residents provided comments on the available options. Action taken: Council Member Martinez moved to approve option three, a 20-year period with a 4.5% interest rate, second by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 7– 0. #3 Fire Water Meter Sewer System Development Charge LKQ requested a waiver of charges for stand-alone water meters that are dedicated to fire suppression. Staff provided three options for Council consideration. Action taken: Council Member Martinez moved to reduce the Fire Water Meter Sewer System Development Charge by 95%, second by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 7– 0. NEW BUSINESS #4 Columbia Basin Conservation District Sewer Lateral Interlocal Officials approved an interlocal agreement with the Columbia Basin Conservation District for installation of eleven sewer connections on Westshore Drive until the district receives grant funding from Department of Ecology (DOE). Action taken: Council Member Martinez moved to approve the Columbia Basin Conservation District Sewer Lateral Interlocal with additional binder if funds are not received from DOE, second by Deputy Mayor Madewell. The motion carried 7– 0. #5 Extra Territorial Agreement (ETA) 2946 Rd F.6 NE Staff presented a request from Gallaway for approval of connection for water and sewer services that includes the condition that the connection is strictly for potable water and is not to be utilized for irrigation purposes. Action taken: Mayor Swartz moved to approve the ETA with the condition that the use is for potable water only, second by Council Member Lombardi. The motion carried 7– 0. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Fire Chief Recruitment Fire Administrator Mike Ganz advised that the application period will be open until June 22. The goal is to narrow list of candidates down to 3–5 finalists for interviews and selection by late August or mid-September. The interview process will feature multiple panels consisting of stakeholders, council members, city staff, firefighters, and community members to ensure a thorough evaluation of the candidates. pg. 3 Document Ref: PYMNQ-M2EUR-JNR4I-K8TVF Page 3 of 4  CITY COUNCIL MINUTES – May 27, 2025 Service Alternatives Updates Mr. Ganz also discussed the feasibility study for fire service delivery models, highlighting the three options under consideration, emphasizing the significance of a planning committee, and the time involved to get an option as a ballot measure. City Manager Rob Karlinsey further explained the processes and deadlines. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Council Member Myers shared that the Grant Transit Authority has entered into a purchase agreement with Barry’s Automotive in Ephrata pending inspections, to serve as a combined transit center and maintenance facility. Council Member Martinez reported a meth lab discovery in Moses Lake by the Board of Health. An algae tracker will soon be available online and volunteers will be needed to photograph the lake. The Opiate Abatement Council issued a Request for Proposals regarding collected funds from Grant County and Moses Lake. An increase in funding this year prompted discussions on whether to continue the partnership with Grant County or pursue independence. Council Member Fancher shared that City Manager Rob Karlinsey was introduced at a recent Grant County Economic Development Council meeting. Council Member Skaug expressed his gratitude to Police Chief Sands and his staff for ensuring everyone's safety during Springfest. Council Member Lombardi praised the Mayor’s speech at the Moses Lake Fountain reopening. He thanked Council Member Skaug for his role in the Springfest Parade. Port of Moses Lake Commissioner Darrin Jackson’s remarks at the Veterans Memorial ceremony. Representatives from the Port recently returned from Asia, visiting Japan, Taiwan, and Korea. The Columbia Basin Railroad needs one more parcel to proceed. He also requested a special fountain tour for visiting Japan Airlines delegates. Mayor Swartz had the pleasure of serving as a judge for the lip sync contest at Springfest alongside Council Members Martinez and Fancher. He expressed gratitude to Council Member Skaug for the successful execution of the festival. Additionally, he announced that the Sister City Committee has chosen three ambassadors for this year's Yonezawa exchange, with students from Japan scheduled to visit Moses Lake from August 9 to 17. ADJOURNMENT The regular meeting was adjourned at 9:13 p.m. ______________________________________ Dustin Swartz, Mayor ATTEST____________________________ Debbie Burke, City Clerk pg. 4 Document Ref: PYMNQ-M2EUR-JNR4I-K8TVF Page 4 of 4 REF. 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