Othello public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend changes to city codes, including a public hearing on allowing cargo containers in the C-1 commercial zone and a discussion on mobile vendor regulations. They will also review traffic calming follow-up on 4th Avenue and the November building department report. The meeting includes public input and approval of previous minutes.

• Public hearing on cargo containers in C-1 zone (OMC 17.30.030)
• Discussion on mobile vendors/push carts code update (OMC 4.04)
• Traffic calming follow-up on 4th Avenue
• November Building & Planning Department report
• Future items: home occupations zoning, housing action plan, Columbia Street LID, subdivision update

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold its regular meeting, covering consent items, current business, and reports. Key actions include adopting a revised park and recreation fee schedule, approving agreements with Enbiorganics Technologies and Tetra Tech, and canceling the December 26, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes routine approvals of accounts payable, payroll, and minutes.

• Resolution 2023-26 adopting revised Park and Recreation Fee Schedule
• Agreement with Enbiorganics Technologies
• Agreement with Tetra Tech
• Contract with Northwest Playground Equipment Inc. for Kiwanis Spray Park Project
• Cancel December 26, 2023 City Council Meeting

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 4, 2023, to consider several ordinances, including adopting the 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan, amending and adopting the 2024 budget, and creating new regulations for mobile vendors and cargo containers. A second public hearing on the 2024 budget is also scheduled. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Ordinance 1609: Adopt 2024-2029 Capital Facilities Plan
• Ordinance 1608: Amend 2023 Budget
• 2nd Public Hearing on 2024 Budget
• Ordinance 1610: Adopt 2024 Budget
• Ordinance 1611: Create OMC 4.14 'Mobile Vendors' and amend business license sections

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold its first public hearing on the 2024 budget and a hearing to amend the Multi-Family Tax Exemption Area. They will also consider resolutions for a Christmas event and a council code of conduct, plus an ordinance revising municipal code chapters. Several project acceptances and a gas station short plat deferral are on the consent and business agendas.

• 1st public hearing on 2024 budget
• Public hearing to amend Multi-Family Tax Exemption Area
• Resolution 2023.25 and Facility Use Agreement for A Christmas Miracle on Main Street
• Ordinance 1607 repealing/replacing Title 8 Chapters 10, 11 and amending Chapter 14 Section 10
• Accept Lions Park Connectivity Trail, Asphalt Repair 2023, Scootney & 14th Safety Improvements, Lions Park Basketball Court projects

The Othello City Council approved Ordinance 1605, adding the area north of Sand Hill Estates (recently rezoned R-4) to the Multifamily Tax Exemption (MFTE) program, on a 4-1 vote. Council also approved a short plat deferral for the Waterhole 17 gas station site, allowing delayed sewer and street improvements with future covenants. Other actions included adopting a revised Council Code of Conduct, approving a facility use agreement for the Christmas Miracle on Main Street event, and adopting the 2024 Ad Valorem tax ordinance.

• Approved Ordinance 1605 expanding MFTE area north of Sand Hill Estates (4-1)
• Approved deferral of sewer connection for Waterhole 17 gas station short plat, with future covenant
• Approved deferral of street improvements for Waterhole 17 gas station short plat, with future covenant
• Approved Resolution 2023.25 and facility use agreement for Christmas Miracle on Main Street
• Waived $464 special event fee for Christmas Miracle on Main Street
• Approved Resolution 2023.22 adopting revised City Council Rules of Procedure and Conduct
• Adopted Ordinance 1607 repealing/replacing Title 8 chapters on controlled substances
• Approved 2024 Ad Valorem tax ordinance

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly recommend to the City Council several items, including expanding the multi-family tax exemption area for Sand Hill Estates, deferring a gas station short plat, and updating codes for food trucks and cargo containers. The meeting also includes informational updates on traffic calming and a department report, with old business on zoning and housing.

• Multi-Family Tax Exemption expansion for Sand Hill Estates – recommendation to City Council
• Mbrar gas station short plat deferrals – recommendation to City Council
• Discussion on cargo containers in C-1 zone (OMC 17.30.030)
• Code update for food trucks/mobile vendors (OMC 4.04/Draft 4.14) – possible recommendation
• Traffic calming update and October Building & Planning Department report

Council Meeting Calendar

The City Council will meet to discuss the budget and the tourism fund. The meeting also includes the promotion of Aaron Garza from Sergeant to Assistant Police Chief.

• Promotion of Aaron Garza from Sergeant to Assistant Police Chief
• Budget discussion
• Tourism Fund discussion
• Legislative Update Presentation
• Building and Planning Report

The council approved the consent agenda including $1,230,137.85 in accounts payable and $589,549.64 in payroll. Aaron Garza was promoted from sergeant to assistant police chief. The council discussed 2024 tourism fund allocations and budget priorities, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,230,137.85 accounts payable and $589,549.64 payroll (unanimous)
• Promoted Aaron Garza from sergeant to assistant police chief (announcement, no vote recorded)
• Excused Councilman Angel Garza (motion carried)
• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)

Council Meeting Calendar

The City Council will meet to discuss a utility tax ordinance and view a demonstration of a camera system. The meeting also includes a budget retreat and the approval of a final prosecutorial contract.

• Sunnyside Jail Addendum III
• Final Prosecutorial Contract approval
• Utility Tax Ordinance discussion
• Camera system demonstration
• Speed hump data survey review

The Othello City Council approved Ordinance 1604, amending sections of the municipal code related to utility tax rates, following a presentation by the finance officer. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a Sunnyside Jail addendum and a final prosecutorial contract. No other unfinished or new business items were decided.

• Approved Ordinance 1604 amending utility tax rates and code sections (motion Snyder/Lallas)
• Approved consent agenda including Sunnyside Jail Addendum III and final prosecutorial contract (motion Dorow/Garza)
• Excused Councilman Angel Garza (motion Dorow/Lallas)

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss two items: an informational presentation on the Multi-Family Tax Exemption program and a possible recommendation to the City Council on updating the food truck/mobile vendor code (OMC 4.04). The commission will also approve the minutes from the September 18, 2023 meeting. No final decisions are scheduled on the tax exemption item, which is informational only.

• Multi-Family Tax Exemption - informational item
• Code update for food trucks/mobile vendors (OMC 4.04) - discussion and possible recommendation to City Council
• Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Council Meeting Calendar

The City Council will meet to discuss the 2024 budget and consider amendments to solid waste and water/sewer service ordinances. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding property building and a public hearing for the Sand Hill Estates tax exemption program.

• Award Asphalt Repair Project to Central Washington Asphalt
• Resolution 2023-23: Building on unplatted property for Adams County Sheriff's Office
• Resolution 2023-24: Public hearing for Sand Hill Estates Multi Family Tax Exemption Program
• Ordinance 1602: Amendments to Solid Waste and Refuse Collection and Disposal
• Ordinance 1603: Amendments to Water and Sewer Service and Rates

The Othello City Council approved a three-year solid waste rate increase for 2024-2026 and a one-year water rate increase for 2024. They also approved resolutions allowing a storage shed for the Adams County Sheriff's Office and setting a public hearing on adding the Sand Hill Estates area to the Multi-Family Tax Exemption program. The council discussed revisions to its rules of procedure but tabled the matter after requesting removal of a contested section.

• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $503,523.95, asphalt repair contract, and law enforcement pursuit technology grant application
• Approved Resolution 2023-23 allowing permit for storage shed at Adams County Sheriff's Office
• Approved Resolution 2023-24 setting public hearing on adding Sand Hill Estates (R-4) to Multi-Family Tax Exemption program
• Approved Ordinance 1602 adopting 2024-2026 solid waste rate increase
• Approved Ordinance 1603 adopting one-year water rates for 2024
• Tabled revisions to Council Rules of Procedure pending removal of section 12.3

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss potential code updates for food trucks/mobile vendors and home occupations, and receive an informational briefing on the multi-family tax exemption. The commission will also discuss quorum for upcoming November and December meetings, review the September building and planning department report, and consider next steps on housing implementation and a subdivision code update.

• Discussion/possible recommendation on food truck/mobile vendor code update (OMC 4.04)
• Continued discussion on home occupation zoning update (OMC 17.59)
• Informational item on multi-family tax exemption
• September Building & Planning Department report
• Discussion of quorum for Nov. 20 and Dec. 18 meetings

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering accounts payable, payroll, minutes, and a radio repeater quote. Current business includes a water rates presentation by FCS Group, approval of a union MOU with Operating Engineers Local 280, a third amendment to the McCain Foods water contract, and a prosecutor attorney contract with Rio and Foltz, PLLC for 2024-2027. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Approve quote from RACOM for a portable radio repeater
• Water rates presentation by FCS Group
• Approve MOU with International Union of Operating Engineers Local 280
• Approve McCain Foods 3rd Amendment Water Contract
• Approve Prosecutor Attorney Contract with Rio and Foltz, PLLC for 2024-2027

The Othello City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 280, creating a new Maintenance Worker Lead-Building Maintenance position with a $5,000 annual pay increase. The council also approved a water contract amendment with McCain Foods, a three-year prosecuting contract with Rio and Foltz, PLLC, and the consent agenda including accounts payable of $393,647.12 and payroll of $592,550.36. Citizen input focused on funding for Adams County Pet Rescue and dog waste bags at parks.

• Approved MOU with IUOE Local 280 for new Maintenance Worker Lead position (4-2)
• Approved 3rd amendment to water contract with McCain Foods USA Inc.
• Approved three-year prosecuting contract with Rio and Foltz, PLLC (2024-2027)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable ($393,647.12) and payroll ($592,550.36)
• Approved meeting agenda

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold a public hearing on 2024 revenue sources and consider several action items, including a change order for the Lions Park Basketball Court project, a facility use agreement for the Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival, and a resolution authorizing building on unplatted property. The consent agenda includes approving prior meeting minutes and removing a lateral officer signing bonus. An executive session on real estate is also scheduled.

• Public Hearing on 2024 Revenue Sources
• Lions Park Basketball Court Project - Change Order
• Resolution and Facility Use Agreement for Othello Chamber of Commerce Community Fall Festival
• Resolution Authorizing Building on Unplatted Property Golden Fountain
• Removal of Lateral Officer Signing Bonus

The council approved a change order for the Lions Park basketball court project using ARPA funding to cover extra costs for sod installation. They also waived fees for the Chamber of Commerce's fall festival and approved a resolution allowing a building permit for a replacement addition at 640 E. Main Street. A public hearing on 2024 revenue sources was held with no public testimony.

• Approved change order for Lions Park basketball court sod installation with ARPA funding
• Waived all fees except damage deposit for Chamber of Commerce fall festival
• Approved facility use agreement and Resolution 2023-20 for fall festival on Oct 21
• Approved Resolution 2023-20 allowing building permit for replacement addition at 640 E. Main Street

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council is meeting to handle routine business and hold a public hearing on a proposed comprehensive plan amendment and rezone for the Sand Hill area. The council will also hear presentations from Ziply Fiber and receive a summary of 4th Avenue traffic calming efforts.

• Public hearing on Sand Hill Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezone
• Swearing in of officers Rene Sandoval, Mario Mercado, and Brock Denney
• Ziply Fiber presentation
• 4th Avenue Traffic Calming Summary
• Appointment of Gracie Garza to the Othello Housing Authority Board

The council adopted Ordinance 1601, amending the comprehensive land use designation and zoning of the Sand Hill property from Open Space Urban Reserve to R-4 Residential. Councilman Angel Garza recused himself due to a conflict of interest. The vote was 5-0-1 (one abstention). The council also approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable of $707,110.27, and swore in three new police officers.

• Adopted Ordinance 1601 to rezone Sand Hill property from Open Space Urban Reserve to R-4 Residential (5 yes, 1 abstention).
• Approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable of $707,110.27.
• Approved the appointment of Gracie Garza to the Othello Housing Authority Board.
• Approved the special event for OIC of Washington (amended motion).
• Approved City Council minutes for July 10, 2023.
• Swore in new police officers Rene Sandoval, Mario Mercado, and Brock Denney.
• Heard a presentation from Ziply Fiber on fiber construction and installation.
• Discussed traffic calming options for 4th Avenue (no decision made).

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss a zoning update for home occupations (OMC 17.59) and receive the August Building & Planning Department report. They will also consider further implementation of the Housing Action Plan and note that a subdivision update (OMC Title 16) is the next major project. The meeting includes public input and approval of the August 21, 2023 minutes.

• Discussion of zoning update for home occupations (OMC 17.59)
• August Building & Planning Department report
• Further implementation possibilities from the Housing Action Plan
• Subdivision update (OMC Title 16) identified as next big project
• Columbia Street Local Improvement District (LID) – no report

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing a consent agenda that includes setting a public hearing for 2024 revenue sources and accepting a grant for a local road safety plan. Under current business, the council will consider approving a resolution and facility use agreement for OIC of WA's Fiesta de Salud, and an ordinance amending parking code provisions. The meeting also includes citizen input and a finance report.

• Set public hearing for 2024 revenue sources
• Accept QUADCO Local Road Safety Plan Update Grant
• Approve Resolution and Facility Use Agreement for OIC of WA Fiesta de Salud
• Approve Ordinance Amending Parking Code Provisions

The Othello City Council approved Ordinance 1600, adding a parking restriction for the 10 Block of E. Scootney Street. They also approved a facility use agreement for the Fiesta de Salud health fair event on September 30, 2023. The consent agenda, including accounts payable of $1,141,623.32, was approved. The meeting was brief, lasting 12 minutes.

• Approved Ordinance 1600 adding parking restriction at 10 Block of E. Scootney Street
• Approved facility use agreement for Fiesta de Salud health fair on September 30, 2023
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $1,141,623.32
• Excused Council member Danae Valdez from the meeting

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council meets August 28, 2023, to handle consent items, current business, and new business. Key actions include approving Sand Hill Estates #5 improvements and final plat, setting a date for a comprehensive plan amendment/rezone, approving a parking ordinance amendment, and discussing the 2024 budget process. The council will also consider canceling the September 5 meeting.

• Approve Sand Hill Estates #5 Improvements and Final Plat
• Set date to consider Sand Hill Estates Comprehensive Plan Amendment/Rezone
• Approve Ordinance to Amend OMC 9.40 'Parking'
• Approve Tank Turf Contract
• Approve LPM Grant Application Resolution

The Othello City Council approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable and park contracts, and passed several ordinances and contracts. A parking restriction was added to the 100 block of East Scootney Street, and a $16,700 tank turf contract was approved. A public hearing was set for September 25, 2023, to consider the Sand Hill Estates comprehensive plan amendment and rezone.

• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable ($650,320.77), RCO contracts for Kiwanis Park, Department of Commerce contract for Lions Park, Sand Hill Estates #5 improvements, and Sand Hill Estates #5 final plat (6-0)
• Set public hearing for September 25, 2023, to consider Sand Hill Estates comprehensive plan amendment and rezone (6-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing application for Local Park Maintenance Grant for $10,000 toward a mower (6-0)
• Approved parking restriction ordinance for 100 block of East Scootney Street, no parking 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (6-0)
• Approved tank turf contract for $16,700 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council on the Sand Hill Estates Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezone Request. The commission will also receive an informational update on a TIB grant application for sidewalks, review the July Building & Planning Department Report, and discuss old business items including housing implementation, the Columbia Street LID, subdivision code updates, and home occupation zoning.

• Public hearing on Sand Hill Estates Comprehensive Plan Amendment & Rezone Request
• TIB grant application for sidewalks (informational)
• July Building & Planning Department Report
• Discussion of further housing implementation from the Housing Action Plan
• Future projects: Subdivision Update (OMC Title 16) and Home Occupations Zoning Update (OMC 17.59)

Council Meeting Calendar

The council approved a one-year, $5,000/month federal lobbying contract with Desimone Consulting LLC, funded equally by the water and sewer funds. They also approved an MOU with the ATF for firearm-related investigations, co-sponsored a Chamber of Commerce movie night with fee waivers, and accepted Councilmember Jon Erickson's resignation. The council voted 6-1 to leave his seat vacant until the November election.

• Approved $5,000/month federal lobbying contract with Desimone Consulting LLC (7-0)
• Approved MOU with ATF for firearm trafficking and violent crime task force (7-0)
• Co-sponsored Chamber of Commerce back-to-school movie night, waived fees, approved facility use agreement and resolution (7-0)
• Accepted resignation of Councilmember Jon Erickson
• Voted 6-1 to leave vacant council seat unfilled until the November election
• Approved consent agenda including $1,081,690.06 in accounts payable and $657,828.60 in payroll (7-0)

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a public hearing on the Ochoa Annexation, approval of facility use agreements for community events, a dispatch collective bargaining agreement, and a dispatch console upgrade. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a cultural resource contract for Kiwanis Park.

• Public hearing on Ochoa Annexation
• Facility Use Agreement and Resolution 2023-15 for Latino Championships
• Facility Use Agreement and Resolution 2023-16 for Columbia Basin Health Association Run For A Cause
• Approve Dispatch Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Approve Dispatch Console Upgrade

The council voted 5-0 to adopt Ordinance 1599 annexing 442.2 acres east of 14th Avenue between Main Street and Lee Road. It also approved a facility use agreement and resolution for the 2023 Latino Championships at a total cost of $3,885.14, and a facility use agreement for the CBHA Run for a Cause along with a $2,964 sponsorship donation in memory of Liam Taylor Gomez. A 2023-2025 collective bargaining agreement for police support and limited commissioned staff was approved, and budget funds originally set aside for a police explorer van were redirected to upgrade failing dispatch consoles.

• Adopted Ordinance 1599 annexing 442.2 acres east of city limits (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-15 and facility use agreement for 2023 Latino Championships at $3,885.14 (4-0, Valdez recused)
• Approved Resolution 2023-16 and facility use agreement for CBHA Run for a Cause (5-0)
• Approved $2,964 sponsorship donation for Run for a Cause in memory of Liam Taylor Gomez (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2025 collective bargaining agreement for police support and limited commissioned staff (5-0)
• Approved 2023 budget change to upgrade dispatch consoles instead of purchasing police explorer van (5-0)

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold its regular meeting, primarily acting on a consent agenda for accounts payable and considering two current business items: a resolution for a 2024 TIB grant application and awarding a contract for Lions Park playground equipment installation. The meeting also includes routine reports and minutes.

• Approve Resolution 2023.14 for 2024 TIB Grant Application
• Award Lions Park Playground Equipment Installation
• Approval of Accounts Payable (consent agenda)
• Receive Planning Commission Minutes
• Receive Adams County Fire District June City Report

The council approved a contract with Wildwood for playground equipment, surfacing, and a shade structure at Lions Park, with total estimated costs of $1,931,188.82. The additional costs beyond the budgeted $1.8 million will be covered by remaining ARPA funds. The council also authorized submission of a TIB grant application for sidewalk construction and discussed a new contract with Adams County Pet Rescue.

• Approved Resolution 2023.13 authorizing TIB grant application for sidewalk construction (6-0)
• Approved $1,931,188.82 contract with Wildwood for Lions Park playground installation, with extra costs from ARPA funds (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable totaling $1,327,195.25 (6-0)
• Excused Councilmember Danae Valdez (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will discuss a comprehensive plan amendment and rezone request for Sand Hill Estates and set a public hearing date. They will also receive the July Building & Planning Department report and discuss housing implementation, a Columbia Street LID, and future updates to subdivision and home occupation codes.

• Sand Hill Estates Comprehensive Plan Amendment & Rezone Request – discussion and set public hearing date
• July Building & Planning Department Report
• Housing Action Plan implementation possibilities
• Columbia Street Local Improvement District (LID) – no report
• Future updates to OMC Title 16 (Subdivisions) and OMC 17.59 (Home Occupations)

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold its regular meeting, covering consent items including approval of accounts payable, payroll, and a request for ARPA funds for the Athletic Complex. Under current business, the council will consider a resolution and facility use agreement for the All Cities Car Show and a change order for the Lions Park Trail. The meeting also includes a building and planning report.

• Request for ARPA funds for Athletic Complex
• Resolution and Facility Use Agreement for All Cities Car Show
• Lions Park Trail Change Order
• Approval of Accounts Payable
• Approval of Payroll & Related Expenses

The Othello City Council approved three items: Resolution 2023-13 and a facility use agreement for the All-Cities Car Club's annual Spud Run and car show, two change orders for the Lions Park Connectivity Trail project (electrical conduit and camera conduit) using ARPA funds, and the consent agenda including accounts payable ($514,899.56) and payroll ($640,978.98). All votes were 3-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 2023-13 and facility use agreement for All-Cities Car Club's Spud Run and car show (3-0)
• Approved two change orders for Lions Park Connectivity Trail project using ARPA funds (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $514,899.56 and payroll of $640,978.98 (3-0)

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council is meeting to handle routine business and several key items. They will vote on a consent agenda that includes funding for Little League umpires and setting a public hearing for the Ochoa annexation. Under current business, they will consider a resolution supporting an EMS levy, approve an agreement with Benton County for jail services, and appoint a new Chief of Police.

• Resolution 2023-10 supporting EMS levy
• Benton County Jail Agreement
• Appointment of New Chief of Police
• Little League State Tournament funding for umpires
• Public hearing for Ochoa Annexation

The Othello City Council approved three substantive items: a resolution supporting renewal of the EMS levy, a jail agreement with Benton County, and the mayor's appointment of David Rehaume as Police Chief. All votes were 6-0. The consent agenda, including funding for Little League umpires and a public hearing for the Ochoa annexation, was also approved.

• Approved Resolution 2023-10 supporting EMS levy renewal (6-0)
• Approved Benton County Jail Agreement for $45/day per arrestee (6-0)
• Approved mayor's appointment of David Rehaume as Police Chief (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Little League umpire funding and Ochoa annexation public hearing (6-0)
• Excused Councilmember Jon Erickson (6-0)

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine approvals and several current business items. Key actions include awarding the Lions Park Playground Project, approving a resolution for a temporary Adams County evidence facility, and considering an ordinance amending fence regulations. The agenda also includes presentations and budget adjustments.

• Award Lions Park Playground Project to PMOW, LLC
• Approve Resolution 2023-11 to build on unplatted property for temporary Adams County evidence facility
• Approve Ordinance 1598 amending OMC.14.36 Fences, Walls and Hedges
• Approve Resolution 2023-12 for Othello Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Celebration
• Approve budget adjustment for Planning Commission iPads

The council approved Resolution 2023-11, allowing a building permit for a temporary membrane structure and cargo containers for the Adams County Sheriff's Office evidence facility on unplatted property, with conditions including removal within 3 years or when a permanent building is completed. The motion passed 4-1, with one councilmember opposing due to disagreement with the conditions. Other actions included awarding the Lions Park Playground project to PMOW, LLC for $289,935.43, approving a community block party with fee waivers, and adjusting the budget for Planning Commission iPads from $6,000 to $8,000.

• Approved Resolution 2023-11 for temporary evidence facility on unplatted property (4-1)
• Awarded Lions Park Playground project to PMOW, LLC for $289,935.43 (5-0)
• Approved Parks & Recreation Community Block Party and waived all fees (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1598 amending fence regulations (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment for Planning Commission iPads from $6,000 to $8,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $1,157,953.64 and meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several land-use items. They will review proposed revisions to the municipal fence code, make a recommendation on the Pegram Major Plat deferrals and deviations, and introduce the Sand Hill Estates rezone/comprehensive plan amendment while setting a public hearing date. The commission will also receive building and planning department reports and discuss old business including housing, a local improvement district, and future code updates.

• Municipal Code Update – Fences – OMC 14.36 – Revisions
• Pegram Major Plat – Deferrals & Deviations – Recommendation to Hearing Examiner
• Sand Hill Estates Rezone/Comprehensive Plan Amendment – Introduction & Set Public Hearing Date
• Building & Planning Department Report – April and May 2023
• Old Business: Housing Action Plan, Columbia Street LID, Subdivision Update (OMC Title 16), Zoning Update – Home Occupations (OMC 17.59)

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution declaring an emergency status for Well #3. The agenda includes standard opening items, approval of the agenda, and a consent agenda, but the main business is the emergency declaration.

• Resolution to Declare Emergency Status for Well #3

The Othello City Council declared an emergency for Well #3, which is critical to the city's water supply, and waived competitive bidding requirements to expedite repairs. The council also excused two absent members and approved the meeting agenda. The meeting lasted five minutes.

• Approved Resolution 2023-09 declaring an emergency for Well #3 and waiving competitive bidding requirements
• Excused Councilmembers Jon Erickson and Danae Valdez from the meeting
• Approved the meeting agenda

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 5, 2023. The main business item is approving sound equipment for Lions Park. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and standard opening procedures.

• Approve sound equipment for Lions Park
• Approve City Council minutes for May 22, 2023
• Citizen input period

The Othello City Council approved spending up to $18,000 for sound equipment at Lions Park concession stand, using ARPA and fund 104. The purchase supports hosting the state little league tournament and future events. Council also excused Councilmember Jon Erickson and approved the agenda and consent agenda.

• Approved $18,000 for sound equipment at Lions Park concession stand (unanimous)
• Excused Councilmember Jon Erickson (unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the consent agenda (unanimous)

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council is meeting to consider a public hearing on a CDBG grant application and awarding the Lions Park Basketball Court Project to Dug Excavation, LLC. They will also vote on the consent agenda, which includes appointing Thalia Lemus and reappointing Jessie Dominguez to the Othello Housing Authority Board. Reports from the finance, fire, and building & planning departments will be received.

• Public hearing on CDBG grant application
• Award Lions Park Basketball Court Project to Dug Excavation, LLC
• Appoint Thalia Lemus to Othello Housing Authority Board
• Reappoint Jessie Dominguez to Othello Housing Authority Board
• Approval of accounts payable and May 8, 2023 council minutes

The council approved a $600,420 contract with DUG Excavation, LLC for the Lions Park basketball court project, including lighting, and agreed to use ARPA funds for the additional cost. A public hearing was held for a CDBG grant application to repair the Lions Park parking lot, and the council approved submitting that application. The council also corrected the May 8 minutes to clarify that Dave Rehaume was appointed as Interim Police Chief, not Police Chief.

• Awarded Lions Park basketball court project to DUG Excavation, LLC for $600,420 with lighting additive (motion carried)
• Dedicated additional ARPA funds to complete the basketball court project (motion carried)
• Approved submission of CDBG grant application for Lions Park parking lot repairs (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda with removal of May 8 minutes (motion carried)
• Appointed Dave Rehaume as Interim Police Chief (motion carried)
• Amended May 8 minutes to correct motion wording (motion carried)
• Excused Councilmember Angel Garza (motion carried)
• Approved accounts payable of $569,659.40 (consent agenda)

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will consider appointing David Rehaume as interim police chief, hold a public hearing on and potentially adopt the 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Plan, and award a contract for the Lions Park Connectivity Trail Project. They will also consider an amendment to a professional services agreement and a resolution to build on unplatted property for a Taggares Park restroom. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable, payroll, and prior meeting minutes.

• Appointment of David Rehaume as Interim Police Chief
• Public hearing on Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan
• Resolution to adopt 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Plan
• Award Lions Park Connectivity Trail Project to C & E Trenching LLC
• Resolution to build on unplatted property for Taggares Park restroom

The Othello City Council approved Mayor Logan's appointment of David Rehaume as interim police chief, effective June 1, 2023, and authorized the mayor to administer the oath of office. The council also adopted the 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Plan, awarded a $336,350 contract for the Lions Park Connectivity Trail Project to C & E Trenching LLC, and approved a $117,520 contract amendment with Anderson Perry & Associates for a wastewater treatment plant engineering report. A resolution was passed to allow a prefabricated restroom to be placed at Taggares Park on unplatted property.

• Approved appointment of David Rehaume as interim police chief, effective June 1, 2023
• Adopted Resolution 2023-07 for the 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Program
• Awarded Lions Park Connectivity Trail contract to C & E Trenching LLC for $336,350
• Approved Amendment #2 with Anderson Perry & Associates for $117,520 for wastewater engineering
• Approved Resolution 2023-08 to allow a permit for a prefabricated restroom at Taggares Park
• Approved the consent agenda including accounts payable of $457,510.51 and payroll of $581,850.08

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will consider four current business items: declaring an emergency for repairs to Well #10, approving a purchase and sale agreement for an additional parcel at Taggares Park, and approving interlocal agreements with Adams County Fire District and Adams County Public Hospital District #3 for dispatch services. The meeting is a regular session with opening items, citizen input, and agenda approval.

• Resolution declaring emergency for repairs on Well #10
• Purchase and sale agreement for additional parcel at Taggares Park
• Interlocal agreement with Adams County Fire District for dispatch services
• Interlocal agreement with Adams County Public Hospital District #3 for dispatch services

The Othello City Council declared an emergency for repairs to Well #10, adopted a resolution for its replacement, and approved the purchase of an irrigation pond at Taggares Park for $10. The council also approved three-year interlocal agreements for dispatch services with Adams County Fire District #5 and Hospital District #3, with fee increases of 8% in 2023 and 3% in 2024-2025.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-06 declaring emergency for Well #10 replacement
• Approved purchase of irrigation pond at Taggares Park from ACPR No. 1 for $10
• Approved correction to deed for Taggares Park due to scrivener's error
• Approved three-year interlocal agreement with Adams County Fire District #5 for dispatch services
• Approved three-year interlocal agreement with Adams County Hospital District #3 for ambulance dispatch services

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council adopted two ordinances updating fence and landscaping regulations, accepted a notice of intent for a 442.2-acre annexation east of 14th Avenue, and approved multiple contracts and purchases, including a two-year mentoring agreement with Lighthouse Community Center and a three-year iWorq software service agreement. The council also approved a change order for the seal coat project and a sod removal contract. All votes were unanimous except for the landscaping ordinance, which Councilwoman Dorow opposed.

• Adopted Ordinance 1596 amending fence, wall, and hedge regulations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1597 amending landscaping and screening regulations (Dorow opposed)
• Accepted notice of intent for Ochoa annexation (442.2 acres) with conditions on zoning and debt assumption
• Approved two-year agreement with Lighthouse Community Center for mentoring services
• Approved MOU with FBI for Spokane child exploitation task force
• Approved $66,000 three-year iWorq Systems service agreement
• Approved $65,600 purchase of fire suppression hood, grills, and deep fryers for Lions Park concession stands
• Awarded $8,210.22 sod removal project to Northwest Turf Solutions

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed updates to municipal codes for fences (OMC 14.36) and landscaping (OMC 17.7436), and will make recommendations to the City Council. The commission will also review the March Building & Planning Department report and discuss old business, including housing action plan implementation, recruiting new commissioners, and a future subdivision code update.

• Public hearing and recommendation on fence code update (OMC 14.36)
• Public hearing and recommendation on landscaping code update (OMC 17.7436)
• Review of March Building & Planning Department report
• Discussion of further housing action plan implementation
• Recruiting for 2 new Planning Commissioners

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council approved a $25,000 contract amendment with Aspect Consulting for a demonstration-scale pilot test of the Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) program, which aims to develop a new surface water diversion and treatment facility. The council also approved change orders for security cameras at City Hall ($3,649.40) and Kiwanis Park ($5,912.32), a sole-source purchase of a kinetic breaching tool for the police department, and a three-year collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 760 for police support staff (dispatch and code enforcement), contingent on union approval. The consent agenda, including accounts payable of $232,693.85 and payroll of $580,661.40, was approved unanimously.

• Approved contract amendment with Aspect Consulting for ASR pilot test, not to exceed $25,000
• Approved change order for City Hall security cameras, $3,649.40
• Approved change order for Kiwanis Park additional camera, $5,912.32
• Approved sole-source purchase of kinetic breaching tool from Aardvark
• Approved three-year collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 760 for police support staff (2023-2025), pending union approval
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable ($232,693.85) and payroll ($580,661.40)

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council approved updates to the Purchasing and Bidding Policy (Policy #2023-01) and adopted Resolution 2023-03 adopting the updated City Personnel Policy (Policy #2023-02). The council also approved the purchase of two F-150 pickups for $106,971.63 and a tilt-deck trailer from Fox Trailers, Inc. for $9,940.62. No citizen input was received, and three council members were excused.

• Approved updated Purchasing and Bidding Policy #2023-01 with added reasonable exception language
• Adopted Resolution 2023-03 adopting updated City Personnel Policy #2023-02
• Approved purchase of two F-150 pickups for $106,971.63
• Approved purchase of tilt-deck trailer from Fox Trailers, Inc. for $9,940.62
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $219,573.52 and March 13, 2023 minutes
• Excused council members Everett, Valdez, and Snyder

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will consider updates to municipal codes for landscaping (OMC 17.74) and fences (OMC 14.36), and receive a report on the second year of the Rental Housing Licensing Program. The commission will also discuss upcoming annexations, a rezone request, and future projects including a subdivision code update.

• Municipal Code Update – Landscaping (OMC 17.74)
• Municipal Code Update – Fences (OMC 14.36)
• Rental Housing Licensing Program Report – Year 2
• Othello Housing Authority annexation (south of Taggares Park)
• Rezone request for R-4 north of Sand Hill Estates & MFTE area inclusion

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine approvals and several substantive items. Key actions include adopting the Active Transportation Plan, amending the planning commission size, and considering annexation of the Othello Housing Authority.

• Adopt Resolution Adopting the Active Transportation Plan
• Adopt Ordinance 1595 Amending OMC 2.21.010, Increasing the Planning Commission to 7 members
• Othello Housing Authority Notice of Intent to Annex
• Approve Purchase of Water Meters and Digital Heads
• Approve Emergency Purchase for Server Room Air Conditioning

The Othello City Council adopted the 2023 Active Transportation Plan, increased the Planning Commission from 5 to 7 members, and accepted annexation of property by the Othello Housing Authority for new housing development. The council also approved purchases of water meters and digital heads for $150,078, an emergency AC replacement for $20,836, and moved remaining 2022 budget funds forward for spray equipment.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-04 adopting the 2023 Active Transportation Plan
• Adopted Ordinance 1595 increasing Planning Commission from 5 to 7 members
• Accepted proposed annexation by Othello Housing Authority
• Required simultaneous adoption of R-4 zoning for annexed area
• Required assumption of existing city indebtedness by annexed area
• Approved purchase of water meters and digital heads from General Pacific for $150,078
• Approved emergency replacement of AC unit at City Hall for $20,836
• Approved moving $10,696 in 2022 budget forward to 2023 for spray equipment and purchase of rotary mower attachment

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 6, 2023, to address several current business items. These include a proclamation for the 25th Annual Spring Clean Up Days, a mail stuffer for utility billing, a police sergeant overpayment issue, a memorandum of agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers for public works, and a presentation on the Othello Placemaking Innovation Challenge. The consent agenda includes approval of the February 27, 2023, council minutes.

• Police Sergeant Overpayment discussion
• Memorandum of Agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers Local (Public Works)
• 25th Annual Othello Spring Clean Up Days Proclamation
• Mail Stuffer for Utility Billing
• Othello Placemaking Innovation Challenge Presentation

The Othello City Council approved several routine items including a new mail stuffer for utility billing and forgiveness of a $3,734 overpayment to police sergeants from 2020-2022. A memorandum of agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local #280 was also approved. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved purchase of new mail stuffer for utility billing
• Approved forgiveness of $3,734 overpayment to police sergeants (2020-2022)
• Approved memorandum of agreement with IUOE Local #280 modifying 2023-2025 collective bargaining agreement
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from February 27, 2023
• Excused Councilman Jon Erickson from meeting

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine consent items and several current business matters. Key actions include awarding the 2023 chip seal project, adopting a resolution amending the city's purchasing and bidding policy, and increasing the number of members on the Planning Commission. A public hearing on the Active Transportation Plan is also scheduled.

• Award Chip Seal Project - 2023
• Adopt Resolution Amending City of Othello Purchasing & Bidding Policy
• Approve to Increase Members on the Othello Planning Commission
• Public Hearing on the Active Transportation Plan
• Approve Contracts with Western Display Fireworks

The Othello City Council awarded the 2023 chip seal project to Sierra Santa Fe Corporation for $695,777, with an option to add an additional street if within the $770,000 budget. They also approved contracts with Western Display Fireworks for the 4th of July ($15,000) and Christmas event ($10,000). A resolution to amend the purchasing and bidding policy was continued to a finance committee meeting. The council directed staff to prepare an amendment increasing the planning commission from 5 to 7 members.

• Awarded chip seal project to Sierra Santa Fe Corp for $695,777 (budget $770,000)
• Approved $5,558.75 purchase from Jim's Locksmith for city building locks
• Approved additional $2,573.42 for keypad/crash bar and judge's crash bar repair
• Approved $15,000 contract with Western Display Fireworks for July 4th event
• Approved $10,000 contract with Western Display Fireworks for Christmas event
• Continued purchasing policy amendment to finance committee meeting
• Directed staff to prepare amendment increasing planning commission to 7 members
• Directed staff to make changes to Active Transportation Plan before final adoption

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council on the Active Transportation Plan. The Commission will also discuss the Columbia Street Local Improvement District, a municipal code update on landscaping (OMC 17.74), and receive the January Building & Planning Department report. Additionally, the Commission will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and approve the minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing and recommendation on Active Transportation Plan
• Discussion of Columbia Street Local Improvement District (LID)
• Municipal Code Update – Landscaping (OMC 17.74)
• Election of Chair & Vice-Chair
• January Building & Planning Department Report

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 6, 2023, to discuss and potentially act on several items, including updates on the City Hall remodel, collective bargaining agreements for police sergeant and officer, and a sewer professional services agreement. The agenda also includes introductions for active transportation and the Saddle Mountain Amateur Radio Club, plus approval of a portable mound vendor. Consent agenda covers approval of minutes from four December 2022 meetings.

• Police Sergeant Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Police Officer Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Sewer Professional Services Agreement
• Approval of Portable Mound Vendor
• City Hall Remodel Update

The Othello City Council approved three-year collective bargaining agreements with Teamsters Local 760 for both police sergeants and officers, covering 2023-2025. They also approved a $19,984.16 change order for the city hall remodel and $26,000 to complete a municipal court clerk office. Additionally, the council funded $1,000 to the Saddle Mountain Amateur Radio Club and approved the purchase of four portable Little League mounds from True Pitch LLC.

• Approved city hall remodel change order for $19,984.16
• Approved $26,000 for completion of municipal court clerk office
• Approved $1,000 funding to Saddle Mountain Amateur Radio Club (Councilman Erickson recused)
• Approved three-year agreement with Teamsters Local 760 (Sergeants) for 2023-2025
• Approved three-year agreement with Teamsters Local 760 (Police) for 2023-2025
• Approved purchase of 4 portable Little League mounds from True Pitch LLC
• Approved professional services agreement with Anderson Perry & Associates not to exceed $9,325 for Task #1

Council Meeting Calendar

The Othello City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine consent items and several current business matters. Key actions include a resolution to re-establish petty cash/change funds, rejecting a sod removal project, and considering a memorandum of understanding with the Seattle Police Department for an Internet Crimes Against Children task force. The council will also discuss a lateral police signing bonus and continue a public hearing on a multi-family tax exemption.

• Resolution to re-establish petty cash/change funds
• Reject sod removal project
• Memorandum of understanding with Seattle Police Department for Internet Crimes Against Children task force
• Lateral police signing bonus
• Continued public hearing on multi-family tax exemption

The council adopted Ordinance 1594 creating a multi-family tax exemption program to encourage affordable housing development, with Councilmembers Erickson and Everett opposed. The council also approved a $15,000 lateral police officer signing bonus plus a $1,000 employee recruitment bonus, and rejected all quotes for a sod removal project at Lions Park due to high costs.

• Adopted Ordinance 1594 creating Multi-Family Tax Exemption Program (5-2)
• Approved $15,000 lateral police officer signing bonus plus $1,000 employee recruitment bonus
• Rejected all quotes for sod removal project at Lions Park (estimated $6,362 vs quotes $41,895-$87,101)
• Approved MOU with Seattle Police ICAC task force for $18,000 officer training (reimbursed)
• Approved consent agenda including $443,489.73 in accounts payable and several commission appointments
• Adopted resolution creating $200 petty cash/change fund for court clerk office

Planning Commission

The Othello Planning Commission will review the draft Active Transportation Plan and receive an informational presentation on economic development tools. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear a department report. Upcoming topics include a public hearing on the transportation plan and discussions on fence and landscaping codes.

• Review draft Active Transportation Plan
• Informational on Economic Development/Local Improvement Districts/Tax Increment Financing
• December Building & Planning Department Report
• Multi-Family Tax Exemption public hearing continued to Jan. 23 by Council
• Subdivision Update (OMC Title 16) as next big project

Council Meeting Calendar

The council adopted Ordinance 1593 to repeal and replace municipal codes on nuisances, criminal, and traffic matters to support the new municipal court. John Lallas was appointed as 2023 Mayor Pro Tem after a vote. A public hearing on a multi-family tax exemption ordinance was continued to January 23, with the 20-year option removed. The council also approved a $110,000 increase for Taggares Park restrooms and a lights program for Lions Park baseball fields.

• Appointed John Lallas as 2023 Mayor Pro Tem (4-3)
• Adopted Ordinance 1593 repealing and replacing Title 8 and Title 9, enacting Title 5.40 (nuisances)
• Approved three-year public works union agreement with IUOE Local #280 for 2023-2025
• Approved $110,000 increase for Taggares Park restrooms, total budget $310,000 from REET fund
• Approved purchase of Musco Sports Lighting for Lions Park ballfields
• Tabled lateral police signing bonus increase to law enforcement committee meeting
• Continued public hearing on multi-family tax exemption to January 23, removing 20-year option