Othello public meetings in 2022
41 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved two contracts for legal services: one with Mark Cano at Cano Law, PLLC for indigent defense attorney services, and another with Nicole Presch and Bunch, PLLC for conflict attorney services, with the mayor authorized to make minor non-financial adjustments. Councilman Garza was excused from the meeting.
- Approved contract with Mark Cano at Cano Law, PLLC for indigent defense attorney services
- Approved contract with Nicole Presch and Bunch, PLLC for conflict attorney services, allowing mayor to make minor non-financial adjustments
- Councilman Angel Garza was excused from the meeting
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council on the Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program. They will also review the Active Transportation Plan and receive the November Building & Planning Department report. The meeting includes public input and approval of previous minutes.
- Public hearing on Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program
- Review of Active Transportation Plan work in progress
- November Building & Planning Department report
- Upcoming topics: Active Transportation Plan public hearing, economic development, fence and landscaping code reviews
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved hosting the 8/10 baseball state tournament and spending $125,000 on ballpark upgrades, including new mounds and concession/announcer booth improvements. The council also approved several equipment purchases totaling over $580,000, a contract with Tetra Tech for NPDES permit work, a prosecuting attorney contract, and a franchise ordinance for Ziply. Meetings on December 27, 2022 and January 3, 2023 were cancelled.
- Approved hosting 8/10 baseball state tournament and $125,000 for ballpark upgrades (unanimous)
- Approved $96,634 contract with Tetra Tech for NPDES permit work (unanimous)
- Approved $64,865.90 purchase of Genie Boom Manlift with Attachment A (unanimous)
- Approved up to $52,499 purchase of Eager Beaver Trailer with Attachment A (unanimous)
- Approved $148,701.10 purchase of Case Excavator (unanimous)
- Approved $97,440.20 purchase of Case TV370B compact track loader (unanimous)
- Approved $107,266.50 purchase of water truck with Attachment A (unanimous)
- Approved $115,281 purchase of dump truck with Attachment A (one opposed)
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council adopted the 2023 budget (Ordinance 1590) and the 2023-2028 Capital Facility Plan (Ordinance 1588) after a second public hearing with no comment. They also approved a parks and recreation fee schedule (Resolution 2022-23), amended the 2022 budget (Ordinance 1589), and approved the consent agenda including a water SCADA project change order and CERB grant financial aid. Councilmember Angel Garza was excused, and a communication plan committee was appointed.
- Approved Resolution 2022-23 adopting the Parks and Recreation Fee Schedule
- Adopted Ordinance 1588 adopting the 2023-2028 Capital Facility Plan
- Adopted Ordinance 1589 amending the 2022 budget
- Adopted Ordinance 1590 adopting the 2023 budget as presented
- Approved the consent agenda (Water SCADA change order, CERB grant, meeting minutes)
- Excused Council Member Angel Garza from the meeting
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Appointed a communication plan committee (Lallas, Valdez, Dorow)
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions for 2023, including a property tax rate increase (Ordinance 1587), a one-year water rate increase (Ordinance 1586), and water rates for Adams County Water District #1. They also adopted a speed limit increase on First Avenue from 25 to 35 mph (Ordinance 1585) and approved a 5-year wastewater discharge agreement with SVZ-USA. Inc. Public hearings were held on the 2023 budget and the Capital Facilities Plan, with no public testimony on the latter.
- Approved Ordinance 1587 for 2023 ad valorem property tax increase
- Approved one-year water rate increase via Ordinance 1586
- Approved resolution establishing 2023 water rates for Adams County Water District #1
- Adopted Ordinance 1585 increasing speed limit on First Avenue from 25 to 35 mph
- Approved 5-year wastewater discharge agreement with SVZ-USA. Inc.
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $179,211.40 and October 3, 2022 minutes
- Excused Council Member Jon Erickson from the meeting
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission will review a preliminary plat deviation request for Sand Hill Estates #5, a draft ordinance for the Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program, and the first draft of the Active Transportation Plan. They will also receive an informational report on the Street Safety Plan's traffic circle implementation and the October Building & Planning Department report. The meeting includes public input and approval of the October 17 minutes.
- Sand Hill Estates #5 Preliminary Plat Deviation Request
- Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program draft ordinance review
- Active Transportation Plan first draft review
- Street Safety Plan Implementation – Traffic Circle Report (informational)
- October Building & Planning Department Report
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved the purchase of a Rubrik immutable backup solution through CDWG for $84,963.85. The consent agenda, including accounts payable of $588,071.28 and payroll of $532,846.70, was also approved. Council member Mark Snyder was excused. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved purchase of Rubrik immutable backup solution for $84,963.85 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable, payroll, minutes, facility use agreement, and utility spray vehicle (unanimous)
- Excused Council Member Mark Snyder (unanimous)
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council interviewed four candidates and voted to appoint Danae Valdez to fill the vacant council Position #5. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the Scootney and 14th Safety Improvements Project, and began budget discussions that were continued to the next meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved the consent agenda, including the Scootney and 14th Safety Improvements Project (Councilman Everett opposed)
- Appointed Danae Valdez to fill the City Council Position #5 vacancy
- Administered the Oath of Office to new Council Member Danae Valdez
- Paused budget discussions and continued them to the November 14 meeting
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The Othello City Council approved the purchase of playground equipment from Wildwood Playgrounds for $800,000, after being notified of an 11% price increase. The council also approved a farm lease extension with Merle Booker at $350 per acre plus leasehold tax, authorized bids for spray equipment, and approved an algae treatment program. Council accepted the resignation of Councilmember Maria Quezada and discussed the process to fill the vacancy.
- Approved purchase of playground equipment from Wildwood Playgrounds for $800,000
- Approved second amendment to farm lease agreement with Merle Booker and A.A.C.C., LLC for property by Well #9
- Approved going out to bid for Can Am spray equipment
- Approved estimate from AG Enterprise Supply, Inc. for $67,096.66 for spray equipment
- Approved the 2022 Sanitary WWTP Algae Treatment Plan Program
- Approved consent agenda including completion of asphalt repair project and accounts payable checks
- Excused Councilmember Angel Garza from the meeting
- Excused Councilmember Maria Quezada from the meeting
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission will review survey results and draft goals for the Active Transportation Plan, and discuss updates to fence and landscaping codes. They will also hear the September building and planning report and preview upcoming topics, including a public hearing on the Multi-Family Tax Exemption program in November.
- Active Transportation Plan survey results and draft goals/policy/vision
- Municipal Code Update – Fences (OMC 14.36)
- Municipal Code Update – Landscaping (OMC 17.74)
- September Building & Planning Department Report
- Upcoming: Multi-Family Tax Exemption public hearing (Nov 21)
Council Meeting Calendar
The council approved a $126,523.96 council streaming system using ARPA funds with $800 annual ongoing costs, and a $50,000 annual contract for a municipal judge. A public hearing on 2023 revenue sources was held with no testimony and no action taken. The consent agenda was approved, including a contract for Kiwanis Park trenching and prior meeting minutes.
- Approved $126,523.96 council streaming system with ARPA funds, $800 annual ongoing (6-1, Everett opposed)
- Approved $50,000 annual contract for municipal judge, allowing minor changes by city administrator
- Approved consent agenda including Kiwanis Park trenching contract and September 12 & 26, 2022 minutes
- Approved agenda as presented
- Excused Councilmember Angel Garza from meeting
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved a resolution and agreement to fulfill the 2006 interlocal agreement with Adams County Park and Recreation District No. 1, paying the remaining $60,000 and transferring ownership of the Othello Community Pool to the city. The council also adopted an ordinance amending the municipal code for the new Othello Municipal Court, approved the consent agenda including accounts payable, and canceled the October 10, 2022 council meeting due to city hall remodeling.
- Approved the consent agenda including accounts payable checks totaling $494,496.61, acceptance of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Chlorination-Dechlorination Project, and the Wastewater Treatment Plant Algae Treatment 2022.
- Approved the agreement fulfilling the 2006 interlocal agreement with Adams County Park and Recreation District No. 1, advancing the $60,000 balance owed.
- Adopted Resolution 2022-20 fulfilling the 2006 interlocal agreement between the Parks and Recreation District No. 1 and the City of Othello.
- Adopted Ordinance 1584 amending Title 2, Chapter 14 of the Othello Municipal Code regarding the municipal court.
- Canceled the October 10, 2022 council meeting to allow staff to relocate during city hall remodeling.
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission will introduce and discuss the Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program and consider other strategies for the Housing Action Plan, with possible grant funds available for work due by June 2023. The meeting also includes approval of August minutes, a department report, and discussion of a Planned Unit Development/Master Planned Community. Several old business items are noted, including revisiting ADU regulations after only 2 permits in the first year.
- Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program introduction and discussion
- Housing Action Plan: discuss other strategies, possible grant funds, work due by June 2023
- August Building & Planning Department Report
- Planned Unit Development/Master Planned Community discussion
- Old business: ADU regulations revisit (only 2 permits in first year), fence code update (OMC 14.36), landscaping zoning update (OMC 17.74), home occupations code cleanup (OMC 17.59), subdivision update (OMC Title 16)
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council adopted two ordinances: one creating a municipal court to adjudicate adult misdemeanors (targeting a 2023 start), and another annexing city-owned properties outside city limits. The council also approved a consent agenda, a budget committee schedule, and a change order for a railroad utility crossing. No substantive decisions were denied or tabled.
- Adopted Ordinance 1582 creating a municipal court (Chapter 2.14) for adult misdemeanor jurisdiction (motion Dorow/Snyder)
- Adopted Ordinance 1583 annexing city-owned properties for municipal purposes (motion Erickson/Snyder)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, accounts payable ($950,415.68), payroll ($686,773.55), and asphalt repair project award
- Adopted Resolution 2022-19 authorizing CERB planning grant application for economic development consultant
- Approved Change Order #1 with ICW, Inc. for railroad utility crossing due to unforeseen site conditions
- Excused council members Garza and Quezada (motion Lallas/Dorow)
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The Othello City Council approved bids for the City Hall remodel totaling $164,802.66, exceeding the previously approved amount by $24,302.66. The vote was 3-1, with Councilmember Everett opposed due to funding concerns. The council also approved a $253,262 local match for RCO grants for Kiwanis Park projects and authorized expenditures for media and sports equipment under the SEEK program.
- Approved $164,802.66 in bids for City Hall remodel (3-1)
- Approved $253,262 local match for RCO 2022 grant applications
- Approved $26,304.11 Adorama expenditure for media equipment (3-1)
- Approved up to $48,000 for sports equipment through Prophet Corporation
- Tabled railroad utility crossing change order until city engineer can present
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The council approved a 2-year, $30,000 gang intervention agreement with Latino Community Outreach via the Latino Community Center, authorized the mayor to negotiate contracts for a judge, prosecutor, indigent defense, and court translator to establish a municipal court, and approved a $20,000 budget increase for the court clerk position. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved agreement with Latino Community Outreach for gang intervention and mentoring services, $30,000 per year for 2 years, funded by ARPA (unanimous).
- Approved $20,000 addition to the Municipal Court Clerk salary budget (unanimous).
- Authorized the mayor to negotiate contracts for judge, prosecuting attorney, indigent defense, and court language translator services (unanimous).
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable ($607,234.82), resolution and facility use agreement for Latino State Softball Tournament, and award of Water SCADA Project 2022 (unanimous).
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss several items, including an update on active transportation public engagement, proposed changes to fence and landscaping codes, and housing strategies. The Commission will also review a grant-funded study on the Multi-Family Tax Exemption program and consider other housing actions. The meeting includes public input and approval of previous minutes.
- Discussion of Municipal Code Update – Fences (OMC 14.36)
- Discussion of Municipal Code Update – Landscaping (OMC 17.74)
- Review of Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE) program grant from Commerce, with Mud Bay Consulting selected
- Building & Planning Department reports for June and July 2022
- Future projects: Zoning Update – Home Occupations (OMC 17.59) and Subdivision Update (OMC Title 16)
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved a resolution to use sole-source procurement for street lighting materials for the Main Street Project, and allocated ARPA funds for a road grader and for Axon body and vehicle cameras. The council also approved the agenda and consent agenda, which included accounts payable and payroll. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda with item order change (Erickson/Lallas)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, accounts payable $364,138.62, payroll $585,205.96 (Dorow/Quezada)
- Approved resolution waiving bid requirements for sole-source purchase of street lighting materials (Dorow/Everett)
- Approved allocation of ARPA funds for road grader (Everett/Dorow)
- Approved Axon body and vehicle camera agreements funded by ARPA for two years (Erickson/Snyder)
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The Othello City Council approved a $30,000 grant to the Othello Food Bank using ARPA funds, to be distributed over two years. Council also approved the appointment of Curt Carpenter as Public Works Director and authorized a Municipal Court Clerk Administrator position with salary and benefits capped at $100,000 annually. A resolution to let staff sign facility use agreements without council approval was not approved; instead, such approvals will be placed on the consent agenda.
- Approved $30,000 ARPA grant to Othello Food Bank (motion Lallas/Everett)
- Approved appointment of Curt Carpenter as Public Works Director (motion Erickson/Snyder)
- Approved Municipal Court Clerk Administrator position with salary/benefits not to exceed $100,000/year (motion Everett/Lallas)
- Approved consent agenda including July 25, 2022 minutes (motion Everett/Dorow)
- Excused Councilwoman Maria Quezada (motion Dorow/Garza)
- Approved agenda (motion Garza/Snyder)
- Did not approve resolution for staff to enter facility use agreements without council approval; instead, approvals will go on consent agenda
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved several items, including a $30,000 gang intervention/mentoring partnership with Jesse Campos, a $137,330 contract amendment with Varela and Associates, a $247,129.24 road grader purchase, and authorized bidding for a City Hall remodel up to $140,500. The council also discussed the termination of the interlocal agreement for district court services with Adams County, which will require the city to establish its own municipal court.
- Approved $30,000 for gang intervention/mentoring with Jesse Campos (consensus)
- Approved contract amendment #4 with Varela and Associates for $137,330 (motion carried)
- Approved purchase of CASE road grader for $247,129.24 (motion carried)
- Authorized staff to solicit bids for City Hall remodel up to $140,500 (motion carried, Everett opposed)
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council adopted the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program after a public hearing with no testimony. They also approved a consent agenda including contracts and payments, adopted an ordinance correcting council meeting dates, and approved a facility use agreement for the All-Cities Car Show. No substantive decisions were made on citizen concerns raised during public input.
- Adopted 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, accounts payable ($372,417.19), payroll ($588,167.89), multi-family tax exemption contract, and material testing amendment
- Adopted Ordinance 1581 amending OMC 2.04 to correct council meeting dates to first, second, and fourth Mondays
- Approved resolution and facility use agreement for All-Cities Classic Car Club's Spud Run, waiving fees
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The Othello City Council approved a $12,000 budget for the All Stars softball teams competing in the state tournament, and gave consensus for youth players to keep their uniforms. The council also approved the agenda and consent agenda, which included minutes from June 27, 2022, and railroad track removal agreements. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions on ARPA funds and street/traffic issues were informational only.
- Approved $12,000 for All Stars state softball teams (M/S Dorow/Everett)
- Approved consent agenda including June 27, 2022 minutes and railroad track removal agreements (M/S Dorow/Everett)
- Approved agenda (M/S Erickson/Snyder)
- Consensus to allow All Star youth kids to keep uniforms
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The Othello City Council approved a $264,096.17 camera system purchase and $83,331.83 in related equipment/work for city parks, renewed a 5-year lobbying agreement with Gordon Thomas Honeywell, and approved a facility use agreement for the CBHA Color Run. The council also approved the consent agenda and entered executive session for potential litigation, taking no action there.
- Approved $264,096.17 camera system purchase from RFI (M/S Lallas/Dorow)
- Approved $83,331.83 equipment/work for camera system (M/S Erickson/Snyder)
- Renewed 5-year lobbying agreement with Gordon Thomas Honeywell (M/S Dorow/Lallas)
- Approved facility use agreement with CBHA for Color Run and waived $233 fee (M/S Erickson/Garza)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-14 authorizing CBHA Run for a Cause on Aug 27, 2022 (M/S Dorow/Lallas)
- Approved consent agenda including June 13 minutes, accounts payable $273,941.90, and Commerce Housing Implementation Grant contract (M/S Erickson/Garza)
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss updates to the municipal code, including fence regulations and landscaping/street tree requirements. They will also receive an update on active transportation public engagement and the May building and planning department report. Old business includes revisiting home occupation zoning, subdivision code updates, and the Housing Action Plan, including a grant for a Multi-Family Tax Exemption program.
- Introduction of Municipal Code Update for fences (OMC 14.36)
- Discussion of zoning update for landscaping/street trees (OMC 17.74)
- Update on Active Transportation Public Engagement
- May Building & Planning Department Report
- Grant received for Multi-Family Tax Exemption program exploration
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved the purchase of a council chambers streaming system for $134,173.52 using ARPA funds, with Councilman Everett opposed. They also approved a contract amendment with AHBL for surveying work, a facility use agreement and resolution for the Chamber of Commerce's 4th of July event at Lions Park with fees waived, and adopted Ordinance 1579 amending utility undergrounding rules. The consent agenda, including minutes, accounts payable, payroll, and project acceptances, was approved.
- Approved $134,173.52 streaming system purchase with ARPA funds (motion carried, Everett opposed)
- Approved AHBL contract amendment for surveying tasks 1, 2, 3
- Approved facility use agreement with Chamber of Commerce and waived $1,931 in fees
- Adopted Resolution 2022-13 authorizing use of city property for 4th of July event
- Adopted Ordinance 1579 amending OMC 14.56 on undergrounding of utilities
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, accounts payable ($369,269.09), payroll ($535,594.70), Booker Road Project, and Ash Street Improvements
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The Othello City Council approved several agreements, including a renewed School Resource Officer (SRO) interlocal agreement with the Othello School District, a facility use agreement with the Othello Barracudas Swim Team for pool use, and a criminal justice class instruction agreement. They also approved a RACOM quote for two new UPS systems for the police dispatch. The council declined an offer to extend the weed spraying contract with Outback Spraying to three years, keeping the current one-year contract.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and water service contract
- Approved facility use agreement with Othello Barracudas Swim Team
- Adopted Resolution 2022-12 authorizing mayor to sign swim team agreement
- Approved interlocal agreement with Othello School District for SRO services
- Approved interlocal agreement for criminal justice class instruction
- Approved RACOM quote for two new UPS systems for dispatch
- Declined extension of weed spraying contract with Outback Spraying
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved a contract amendment with FCS Group for the water rate study, selected option 2 for security cameras from RFI, approved a 5-year RACOM radio maintenance contract, adopted Ordinance 1580 amending the city parks code (with one opposed vote), and approved an interlocal agreement with the Othello School District for joint use of recreational facilities. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included accounts payable and the Booker Road Project award. No other substantive decisions were made; an executive session on potential litigation was held with no action taken.
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable ($355,638.63) and Booker Road Project award
- Approved contract amendment #1 with FCS Group for water rate study
- Council consensus to proceed with option 2 for security cameras from RFI
- Approved 5-year RACOM dispatch radio console maintenance contract (quote #211151)
- Adopted Ordinance 1580 amending OMC 11.24 City Parks (minus 'carrying' under 11.24.020 S) (1 opposed)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-11 authorizing joint use agreement with Othello School District
- Approved interlocal agreement for joint use of facilities with Othello School District No. 147
Planning Commission
The Commission will hold discussions regarding landscaping, street trees, and home occupation zoning updates. The meeting also includes updates on the Housing Action Plan and the Multi-Family Tax Exemption program.
- Discussion of Zoning Update for Landscaping/Street Trees (OMC 17.74)
- Discussion of Zoning Update for Home Occupations (OMC 17.59)
- Update on the Multi-Family Tax Exemption program grant and consultant hiring
- Review of Underground Utilities ordinance draft changes
- Active Transportation Public Engagement
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The Othello City Council approved the purchase of a temporary wireless surveillance camera system for Lions Park to address graffiti concerns ahead of summer events. Council also adopted Resolution 2022-09, amending the interlocal agreement with Adams County Park and Recreation District to allow the city to advance payments for the aquatic center without penalty. An ordinance amending OMC Chapter 14.56 on undergrounding utilities was discussed but tabled for further changes. The meeting included two executive sessions on real estate and potential litigation, with no action taken.
- Approved purchase of wireless surveillance camera system for Lions Park
- Adopted Resolution 2022-09 authorizing mayor to execute Amendment A to interlocal agreement for aquatic center
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable ($259,736.37) and payroll ($531,199.31)
- Approved agenda
- Excused Councilman Mark Snyder from meeting
- Tabled ordinance amending OMC Chapter 14.56 on undergrounding utilities
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The council voted 4-2 against a three-year weed spraying contract with Outback Spraying, then deadlocked 3-3 on a one-year option, with Mayor Logan breaking the tie in favor. The mayor will bring a cost comparison of private versus public spraying to the next meeting. The council also approved up to four $1,000 police scholarships per year, conditional on revenue, and approved a modified landscaping plan for Cow Path Bakery.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, accounts payable, retainage release, and network agreement (unanimous)
- Approved up to four $1,000 police scholarships per year, conditional on adequate revenue (motion carried)
- Denied three-year weed spraying contract with Outback Spraying (4-2 vote failed)
- Approved one-year weed spraying contract with Outback Spraying, mayor broke tie (3-3 tie, mayor in favor)
- Approved modified landscaping for Cow Path Bakery, planting 5-6 smaller trees along east property line (motion carried)
- Excused Councilmember Maria Quezada (motion carried)
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The Othello City Council awarded the Railroad Utility Crossing Project to Industrial Construction of Washington, LLC for $535,379.43, approved a Complete Streets grant agreement with the Transportation Improvement Board, and authorized applying for three state grants for Kiwanis Park improvements. The council also approved the consent agenda and received training on open meetings and public records laws.
- Awarded Railroad Utility Crossing Project to Industrial Construction of Washington, LLC for $535,379.43
- Approved Complete Streets Grant Agreement with Transportation Improvement Board
- Approved Resolution 2022-06 to apply for three RCO grants for Kiwanis Park (spray park, trail lighting, futsal court, restroom renovation)
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $517,822.23 and reappointment of Tim Taff to Housing Authority Board
- Excused Councilmember Jonathan Erickson from the meeting
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss a zoning update for home occupations (OMC 17.59) and review the residential rental license report. The commission will also receive the March building and planning department report and consider old business items, including a subdivision update, housing action plan, and a new ordinance on underground utilities.
- Discussion of zoning update for home occupations (OMC 17.59)
- Residential rental license report
- March building and planning department report
- Subdivision update (OMC Title 16) as next major project
- City received grant to explore Multi-Family Tax Exemption program
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved several items, including authorizing the mayor to execute a purchase and sale agreement with Adams County Park and Recreation District No. 1 for Taggares Park, approving a facility use agreement with Columbia Basin Health Association for soccer games, and sponsoring the CBHA Color Run for $2,500. The consent agenda, including minutes, accounts payable, and payroll, was also approved.
- Authorized mayor to execute purchase and sale agreement for Taggares Park (motion carried)
- Approved facility use agreement with Columbia Basin Health Association for soccer games (motion carried)
- Approved $2,500 financial sponsorship for CBHA Color Run (motion carried; Quezada recused)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, accounts payable ($426,147.93), and payroll ($544,661.57) (motion carried)
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council on updating permitted uses in residential zones (OMC 17.20.030). The commission will also review the February building and planning department report and discuss several old business items, including a subdivision code update, home occupation code revision, and a housing action plan.
- Public hearing on zoning update for uses in residential zones (OMC 17.20.030)
- February Building & Planning Department Report
- Update on Parks & Recreation Element of Comprehensive Plan (adopted Feb. 28; RCO approved)
- Discussion of next big project: Subdivision Update (OMC Title 16)
- Discussion of Home Occupation Code revision (OMC 17.59)
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved a $77,200 contract change with Aspect Consulting for additional ASR pilot testing, a $10,000 fireworks contract for the Christmas Miracle on Main Street event, and a resolution and facility use agreement for the Copa Othello soccer tournament. The council also approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable and payroll, and went into executive session for potential litigation, taking no action.
- Approved $77,200 contract change with Aspect Consulting for ASR pilot testing
- Approved $10,000 contract with Western Display for Christmas Miracle on Main Street fireworks
- Approved Resolution 2022-04 authorizing use of city property for Copa Othello soccer tournament
- Approved facility use agreement for Copa Othello event
- Approved special event and tournament fees of $1,259
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable ($575,255.94) and payroll ($508,754.75)
- Approved agenda
- Held executive session on potential litigation; no action taken
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission will consider a recommendation on deferrals and deviations for the Sand Hill Estates #4 major plat, and discuss the city's home occupation code (OMC 17.59). They will also review the January building and planning department report and discuss the Lighthouse Community Center and Coffee Bar. Old business includes updates on the Parks & Recreation Element, subdivision code update, Housing Action Plan, and other items.
- Sand Hill Estates #4 Major Plat – Deferrals/Deviations – Recommendation
- Home Occupation Code – OMC 17.59 – Discussion
- Lighthouse Community Center and Coffee Bar – Discussion
- January Building & Planning Department Report
- Update Parks & Recreation Element of Comprehensive Plan – formal adoption scheduled for Feb. 28
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including awarding the 2022 Sewer Lining Project to PEC, Inc. for $838,636.56. They also approved a $15,000 fireworks contract, a $35,340 lab quote for Owl Creek testing, a $17,630 SCADA contract amendment, and adopted a new parks fee schedule and an ordinance on civil emergency oversight. All votes were unanimous among present members.
- Approved $838,636.56 sewer lining project contract with PEC, Inc.
- Approved $15,000 contract with Western Display Fireworks for July 4th show
- Accepted $35,340 quote from Anatek Lab for Owl Creek study
- Approved $17,630 amendment to Varela Engineering SCADA contract
- Adopted Resolution 2022-01 updating parks and recreation fee schedule
- Approved submission of HAPI grant application for multifamily tax exemption program
- Adopted Ordinance 1577 granting council oversight of civil emergencies
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved the agenda and consent agenda, including appointing Tom Haworth to the Mosquito Control Board. A public hearing was held for the Park Element Plan, which must be updated to qualify for an RCO grant, but no public testimony was given. Proposed changes to special event and tournament rental fees were not favored, and a meeting was requested to discuss them further. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda (motion Dorow/Lallas)
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable and Tom Haworth appointment (motion Snyder/Everett)
- Held public hearing on Park Element Plan; no testimony given
- Did not approve special event and tournament rental fee changes; requested further discussion
Planning Commission
The Othello Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council on updating the Parks & Recreation Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive building and planning department reports. Old business items include a subdivision code update, Housing Action Plan discussion, residential landscaping timing, and an underground utilities policy.
- Public hearing and recommendation to City Council on Parks & Recreation Element update
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of December 20, 2021 minutes
- December 2021 and 2021 year-end Building & Planning Department reports
- Discussion of OMC Title 16 subdivision update
Council Meeting Calendar
The Othello City Council approved a one-year contract with Placer.ai for $11,000, a software tool to help with grant applications, business recruitment, and tourism impact analysis. Council also approved the agenda and consent agenda, which included accounts payable and prior meeting minutes. Councilman John Lallas was excused from the meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved one-year Placer.ai contract for $11,000 (M/S Quezada/Garza)
- Approved agenda (M/S Garza/Everett)
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable and minutes from Dec 13, 2021 and Jan 3, 2022 (M/S Quezada/Everett)
- Excused Councilman John Lallas from meeting (M/S Everett/Garza)
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The Othello City Council approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable, payroll, minutes, the crack seal project award, and acceptance of the weed spraying contract. Jon Erickson was elected Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term by a 4-3 vote over Genna Dorow. The council also administered oaths of office for newly elected members and the mayor, and held an executive session on potential litigation and a complaint against a city official, with no action taken.
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable, payroll, minutes, crack seal project award, and weed spraying contract completion
- Elected Jon Erickson as Mayor Pro Tem for one year (4-3)
- Administered oath of office to Councilmembers Dorow, Lallas, Everett, and Mayor Logan
- Held executive session on potential litigation and complaint against city official; no action taken