Pasco public meetings in 2022
40 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission held public hearings regarding updates to residential design standards and street connectivity. The Commission voted to recommend that the Pasco City Council adopt the proposed Residential Design Standards code amendment.
- Recommendation to adopt Residential Design Standards (CA2022-001) to increase housing flexibility
- Discussion of Broadmoor Master Plan and Environmental Impact Statement status
- Public hearing regarding Street Connectivity Amendment Update
- Presentation on Tax Increment Finance (TIF) for the Broadmoor area
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner will review a special permit application for an event center at 2302 E Lewis St. Staff recommends approval of the permit with conditions regarding parking, noise mitigation, and professional grounds maintenance.
- Special Permit: Vasquez Event Center at 2302 E Lewis St
- Special Permit: MWM Auto Body Shop
- Special Permit: Vargas Dance Hall
- Special Permit: ProLand Wireless Cell Co-Locate
- Rezone: Montez R-2 to R-4
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including funding for the Zone 3 Water Storage Reservoir. The agenda also includes public hearings for a right-of-way vacation and various land rezonings.
- Budget amendment for Zone 3 Water Storage Reservoir Project
- Bid awards for East UGA Expansion Sewer LID Phases 1 and 2 to Tapani, INC.
- Rezoning requests for 1305 Road 44, 2503 W Park Street, and 6007 W Court Street
- Approval of 2023-2025 collective bargaining agreements for firefighters and police officers
- Approval of $4,419,390.01 in claims
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will hold a hearing regarding property violations at 1628 W Marie St. The case involves allegations of unlicensed or inoperable vehicles and the storage of garbage and indoor items in the yard and driveway.
- Hearing for CEB2022-0330: 1628 W Marie St (Dallas Barnes, owner)
- Violation: Unlicensed and inoperable vehicles stored in rear yard and driveway
- Violation: Storage of garbage, mattresses, and cardboard boxes in rear yard and driveway
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will consider the 2023-2024 Operating and Capital Projects budgets. They will also hold a closed record hearing regarding a request to rezone 70.79 acres on Road 40 East from Light Industrial to Medium Industrial. Additionally, the Council will review an amended redistricting plan for public comment.
- Closed record hearing for Road 40 LLC rezone (I-1 to I-2) of 70.79 acres
- Second reading and passage of 2023-2024 Operating Budget (Ordinance 4619)
- Second reading and passage of 2023-2024 Capital Projects Budget (Ordinance 4620)
- Approval of amended City Council Redistricting Plan for public comment
- Executive session to discuss qualifications of a public employment applicant
City Council Workshop Meeting
The City Council will review the Downtown Pasco Development Authority's 2022 annual report and a proposed $240,000 funding request for 2023. The workshop also includes discussions on a snow and ice removal plan, budget supplements, and water storage reservoir agreements.
- Proposed $240,000 annual funding for Downtown Pasco Development Authority
- Zone 3 Water Storage Reservoir Project design-build agreement
- East UGA Expansion Sewer Local Improvement District No. 152 bid award
- Process Water Reuse Facility Pretreatment Improvements loan applications
- Presentation of the City's Snow and Ice Removal Plan
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023-2024 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes several resolutions for construction bids, professional service agreements, and utility rate increases.
- Public hearing for 2023-2024 Operating and Capital Projects Budgets
- Resolution for Basin Disposal, Inc. 2023 proposed rate increase
- Bid award for Fire Station No. 85 construction to G2 Commercial Construction Inc
- Bid award for Well Capacity Upgrades to Carpenter Drilling LLC
- Approval of $4,587,824.46 in claims and $262,905.15 in bad debt write-offs
Planning Commission
The Commission reviewed a proposed code amendment for residential design standards and discussed creating a citywide mixed-use zoning district. Members also received updates on street connectivity standards and a potential waterfront development amendment.
- Public Hearing: Residential Design Standards Code Amendment (CA2022-001)
- Workshop: Street Connectivity Amendment (CA2019-013)
- Memo: Downtown Pasco Master Plan
- Memo: 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
- Memo: Mixed Use Zoning District request
City Council Workshop Meeting
The City Council will review a proposed 5% annual rate adjustment for solid waste collection and disposal services. The workshop includes a presentation from Basin Disposal Inc. regarding the 2023 rate increase.
- Resolution for Basin Disposal Inc. 2023 proposed rate increase
- Bid award for Fire Station No. 85 construction
- Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Port of Pasco for Argent Road Project
- Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with PBS Engineering for Broadmoor TIF Design Services
- Change order approval for Lewis Street Overpass Project
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will address an ordinance to amend council voting districts based on the 2020 Census. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Ordinance No. 4622 to amend ambulance utility fees.
- Ordinance to amend Council Voting Districts based on the Redistricting Plan
- Ordinance No. 4622: Amendment to Pasco Municipal Code regarding Ambulance Utility Fees
- Executive Session: Discussion with Legal Counsel regarding current or potential litigation
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner is reviewing a special permit application for an event center at 2302 E Lewis Street. Staff recommends approval of the permit for the 1.14-acre site, subject to specific conditions regarding noise, parking, and landscaping.
- Special Permit (SP2022-016) for Vasquez Event Center at 2302 E Lewis St
- Rezone request: Acevedo R-12 to R-1 (Z2022-014)
- Rezone request: Gerig R-2 to R-4 (Z2022-015)
- Rezone request: Davidson RS-20 to R-1 (Z2022-016)
- Preliminary Plat/PUD continued for Columbia Shores (PP/PUD2021-002)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council is conducting first readings of the 2023-2024 biennial operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes a public comment opportunity regarding the draft redistricting plan and ongoing discussions about cannabis retail sales.
- First readings of 2023-2024 Operating and Capital Projects Budgets
- Public comment opportunity for the City Council's Draft Redistricting Plan
- Resolution No. 4269: Bid award for West Pasco Water Treatment Plant transmission main
- Resolution No. 4271: Purchase of real property at 4050 East A Street
- Resolution No. 4272: $500,000 loan application for Butterfield WTP improvements
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is reviewing the 2021-2022 Lodging Tax and GESA Fund summary. The committee will also discuss and review various lodging tax requests for 2022 and 2023. These requests include funding for tourism facilities, event organizers, and marketing projects.
- Arc of Tri-Cities $10,000 lodging request
- 2023 Support/Ops Tourism Facility requests for TRAC/HAPO and Gesa Stadium
- 2023 Event/Festival Organizer requests including Water Follies and Tamale Festival
- 2023 Tourism Marketing requests including Pasco Rebranding Project and Pasco Chamber of Commerce
- Review of Special Project Fund Option
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the naming of a park in the Madison neighborhood and receive updates on aquatic center projects. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Parks Master Plan and feedback.
- Naming of Park in Madison Neighborhood
- Aquatic Update: Pool Bubble
- Aquatic Update: PFD Aquatic Center
- Parks Master Plan Discussion & Feedback
- Cancellation of December's Park Boards Meeting
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will hold a meeting to conduct scheduled hearings. The agenda includes the administration of oaths and potential amendments or dismissals of cases.
- Administration of oaths
- Scheduled hearings
Public Comment Opportunity for Draft Redistricting Plan
The City Council is holding a session for public comment regarding the draft redistricting plan. Residents may provide input in person or remotely via the City's website.
- Public comment opportunity for Draft Redistricting Plan
City Council Special Workshop
The City Council will hold a special meeting on November 1, 2022. The agenda consists of an executive session regarding the qualifications of an applicant for public employment.
- Executive session regarding qualifications of an applicant for public employment
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 4618 to designate a 671-acre Tax Increment Area (TIA) for the Broadmoor development. This mechanism uses new property tax revenues from the area to fund public infrastructure like water, sewer, and roads. The city may issue up to $39 million in bonds to finance these improvements.
- Ordinance No. 4618: Formation of Broadmoor Tax Increment Area
- Proposed infrastructure bond issuance of up to $39,000,000
- Designation of 671 acres for the Broadmoor Increment Area
- Estimated infrastructure costs of $39 million to $45 million by developers
- Land dedication of approximately 29.3 acres by Broadmoor Properties, LLC
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will meet to appoint Adam Lincoln as Interim City Manager effective November 1, 2022. The Council will also consider approving a draft redistricting plan for public comment and reviewing the appointment process for city boards and commissions.
- Appointment of Adam Lincoln as Interim City Manager
- Approval of Interim City Manager contract (Resolution No. 4266)
- Approval of draft City Council Redistricting Plan for public comment
- Amendment of appointment process for City Boards & Commissions (Resolution No. 4262)
- Executive session regarding potential litigation
City Council Workshop Meeting
The City Council will review the 2023-2024 Biennial Budget and a presentation on the 2023 Tri-City Regional Hotel/Motel Commission marketing plan. The workshop also includes a presentation on 2023 legislative priorities and a resolution regarding the Argent Road Phase 1 Project.
- Presentation of 2023-2024 Biennial Budget
- 2023 Tri-City Regional Hotel/Motel Commission budget of $2,050,000
- Pasco share of tourism budget totaling $430,500
- Resolution for Argent Road Phase 1 Project Acceptance
- Presentation of 2023 Legislative Priorities
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding 2023 property tax levy increases. The agenda also includes multiple quasi-judicial decisions on land rezonings and a budget amendment for behavioral health services.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 4614 regarding 2023 property tax levy increases
- Rezone of Road 40 LLC from Light Industrial (I-1) to Medium Industrial (I-2)
- Rezone of Ramgar Commons from Office to C-1 and R-1
- Rezone of Magnolia Heights from Office and C-1 to Medium-Density Residential (R-3)
- Budget amendment and behavioral health agreement with Awareness Consulting & Training, LLC
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner is reviewing a Planned Unit Development application for Columbia Shores, a proposed 38.69-acre residential project in west Pasco. The development plans to include a mix of townhouses and single-family homes across four construction phases.
- Columbia Shores PUD: Proposed 492-unit residential development on 38.69 acres
- Special Permit: BCC Upper-Floor Dwelling Unit (SP2022-012)
- Special Permit: MR&H Tri-Cities Church (SP2022-014)
- Special Permit: H&R Elite Trucking Academy (SP2022-015)
City Council Workshop Meeting
The City Council is discussing the formation of a Tax Increment Area (TIA) for the 671-acre Broadmoor development. This mechanism uses new property tax revenues from increased property values to fund approximately $39 million in public infrastructure improvements.
- Public forum for the formation of Broadmoor Tax Increment Area (TIA)
- Proposed $39 million bond issuance for TIA infrastructure improvements
- Discussion of Ambulance Utility Rate Study
- Resolution for Butterfield Water Treatment Plant Facility Plan acceptance
- Budget amendment and behavioral health services agreement with Awareness Consulting & Training, LLC
All Tri-Cities Area Park Board Meeting
The Park Board will host presentations from the WRPA and several local government entities. These presentations include the City of Pasco, Kennewick, West Richland, Richland, and Benton County.
- City of Pasco presentation
- City of Kennewick presentation
- City of West Richland presentation
- City of Richland presentation
- Benton County presentation
Code Enforcement Board
The Code Enforcement Board will meet to conduct a hearing regarding a property violation at 4709 Cathedral Dr. The case involves the storage of home occupation equipment and vehicles outside of an enclosed structure.
- Hearing for 4709 Cathedral Dr regarding home occupation equipment and vehicle storage
City Council Special Listening Session
The Pasco City Council is conducting a second listening session to gather community input regarding the potential sale of retail cannabis. The Council is considering whether to allow some retail sales within the city, which have been prohibited since 2014.
- Public listening session regarding retail cannabis sales
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council is reviewing the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and conducting a public hearing for the Northwest Area Sewer Local Improvement District No. 151. Other business includes budget adjustments for the animal shelter and various utility and infrastructure resolutions.
- Approval of the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
- Public hearing for Northwest Area Sewer LID No. 151 Final Assessment
- Bid award for Animal Shelter Facility (S. 18th Avenue) to Double J. Inc.
- Approval of $4,657,609.09 in total claims
- Resolution for Lewis Street Overpass Project change order with Cascade Bridge, LLC
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council is holding a special meeting at the Courtyard by Marriott Pasco Tri-Cities Airport. The session is dedicated to a team strengthening exercise and a strategic visioning discussion.
- Team Strengthening Exercise
- Strategic Visioning Discussion
City Council Special Listening Session
The Pasco City Council is conducting a special meeting to gather community input regarding the potential sale of retail cannabis. This is the first of two scheduled listening sessions intended to gauge public opinion before any official decision is made.
- Public listening session regarding retail cannabis sales
- Discussion on potential changes to the 2014 cannabis prohibition
City Council Workshop Meeting
The City Council is considering a resolution to accept a $5,045,817.30 SAFER grant from FEMA. The funds are intended to hire 15 firefighters to staff the future Fire Station 85 in the Broadmoor/Road 100 area. This staffing is intended to improve emergency response times in that district.
- Resolution to accept $5,045,817.30 SAFER Grant for firefighter staffing
- Proposed hiring of 15 firefighters for Fire Station 85
- Ordinance and resolution for Animal Shelter Offsite Improvements budget and bid award
- Discussion of Process Water Reuse Facility wastewater treatment agreement
- Resolution regarding Franklin County Irrigation District license agreement
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several items including budget amendments for traffic signal improvements and various rezoning requests. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a sewer LID assessment roll and discussions on community grant applications.
- Ordinance No. 4607: Budget amendment for Citywide Traffic Signal Phase 2 Project
- Resolution No. 4247: Bid award to Apollo, Inc. for traffic signal improvements
- Ordinance No. 4608: Rezone at 2025 Road 40 from RS-12 to R-1
- Ordinance No. 4609: Rezone at Road 68 and Burns Road from RT to R-4
- Public Hearing: Northwest Area Sewer LID No. 151 Final Assessment Roll
Planning Commission
The Commission reviewed staff recommendations for 2023 Community Development Block Grant and HOME fund allocations. Members also discussed the Benton Franklin Health District's community needs assessment and updated city council goals based on recent survey results.
- Recommendation of 2023 CDBG allocations to City Council
- Recommendation of 2023 HOME funds for down payment and rental assistance
- Discussion of $200,000 annual Section 108 debt repayment
- Presentation on Benton County Health District Community Needs Assessment
- Review of 2021 National Community Survey results
Hearing Examiner
The Hearing Examiner is reviewing a preliminary plat for The Dunes, a proposed 47.36-acre residential development. The project includes 222 single-family lots south of and adjacent to Burns Road. The meeting also includes several public hearings regarding special permits and zoning changes.
- Preliminary Plat: The Dunes (222 single-family lots)
- Special Permit: Step by Step Daycare
- Special Permit: Chiawana Portable Classroom
- Special Permit: Rodriguez Daycare
- Rezone: Road 40 LLC I-1 to I-2
City Council Workshop Meeting
The City Council will review a presentation of the draft Downtown Pasco Master Plan developed by Framework Consulting. The workshop also includes discussions on redistricting, stormwater management, and several proposed resolutions regarding community grants and infrastructure projects.
- Presentation of the draft Downtown Pasco Master Plan
- Adoption of the 2022 Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan
- 2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Work Plan and Allocations
- 2023 HOME Annual Work Plan and Allocations
- Snake River Agriculture LLC Right-of-Way Vacation discussion
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The board is scheduled to conduct tours of Sylvester, Schlagel, A-Street, and Peanuts Parks. The meeting includes a public safety presentation by Srg Rigo Pruneda.
- Park tours: Sylvester Park, Schlagel Park, A-Street, and Peanuts Park
- Public Safety Presentation by Srg Rigo Pruneda
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding 2022 Comprehensive Plan amendments and a moratorium on Single Room Occupancy (SRO) housing. The agenda also includes discussions on annexation proceedings and updates to municipal codes regarding domestic violence.
- Public hearing for 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
- Public hearing and Resolution 4241 regarding Single Room Occupancy (SRO) housing moratorium
- Resolution 4242 regarding Alford/Cole annexation notice of intent
- Ordinance 4606 amending municipal codes for domestic violence and court order violations
- Approval of claims totaling $6,677,572.13
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council is considering Resolution No. 4231 to authorize the purchase of 1.89 acres at 541 Dent Road. The land is intended for the construction of a 3.5-million-gallon water storage reservoir to address a projected water storage capacity deficit.
- Purchase of 1.89 acres at 541 Dent Road for approximately $284,090
- Estimated $2,000 in closing costs for the property acquisition
- Construction of a new 3.5-million-gallon (MG) water storage reservoir
- Resolution No. 4231 regarding Zone 3 Reservoir Storage Tank
City Council Workshop Meeting
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss potential modifications to cannabis ordinances and review the 2022-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. Other discussion items include community behavioral health updates and various infrastructure project acceptances.
- Discussion of retail, wholesale, and manufacturing cannabis sales within city limits
- Review of the 2022-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
- Presentation on Community Behavioral Health services and regional gaps
- Introduction of 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
- Resolutions for Burns Rd Pathway, North Rd 93/Powerline Pathway, and Maple Dr. Water Main projects
Planning Commission
The Commission held public hearings for applicants seeking 2023 Community Development Block Grant allocations. Presenters shared proposals for downtown infrastructure improvements and youth programming. No final decisions were made during this meeting.
- Public hearing for Lewis Corridor 2nd to 5th street project ($650,000 request)
- Public hearing for Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho ($15,000 request)
- Review of 2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocations
- Discussion of $924,958 in available CDBG funds for 2023
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including a bid award for the A Street Sports Complex Phase 1. The agenda also includes amendments to professional service agreements for water treatment and sewer projects.
- Bid award for A Street Sports Complex - Phase 1 to Big D's Construction
- Approval of $5,096,915.22 in claims
- Amendment to West Pasco Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 agreement with RH2 Engineering, Inc.
- Budget adjustment for Schlagel Park Boat Launch & Park Improvements Project
- Notice of intent for Alford/Cole annexation proceedings