Pasco public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Pasco Planning Commission will hear presentations on the Ben Franklin Transit Long-Range Plan and major planning initiatives for 2025-2026, including the Comprehensive Plan update, Transportation System Master Plan update, and a new Energy Resilience Study. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 21, 2024. No public hearings or old business are scheduled.

• Ben Franklin Transit Long-Range Plan presentation by Gabe Martin, Transit Planning Manager
• Major Plans 2025-2026 presentation by Jacob Gonzalez: Comprehensive Plan update, Transportation System Master Plan update, Energy Resilience Study
• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024 meeting
• Comprehensive Plan update funded by $175,000 Department of Commerce grant and climate planning grants under House Bill 1181
• Projected population growth to 140,000 by 2045

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the October 22, 2024 minutes, receive project updates, and review Call for Artists submissions. The agenda includes no major decisions or public hearings; it is largely procedural.

• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Project updates on Peanuts Statue, Downtown Mural Program, Art in City Hall, and Arts & Culture Map
• Review of Call for Artists submissions

Pasco Public Facilities District Board

The Pasco Public Facilities District Board will consider approving its 2025 budget, a design-build contract amendment for the aquatics facility, and other financial and project items. The board will also discuss the project outlook for 2025-2026, including design-build review, possible betterments, and management/maintenance plans.

• Resolution No. 2024-19: Approve 2025 PPFD Budget
• Resolution No. 2024-20: Adopt US Bank as financial institution and approve Investment Resolution
• Resolution No. 2024-21: Authorize Amendment No. 3 to Progressive Design-Build contract with Bouten Construction/NAC for interim Guaranteed Maximum Price (iGMP)
• Approval of Design Development document for Pasco Aquatics Facility
• Approval of November 2024 accounts payable claims totaling $99,241.81

Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority

The Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority (TCACA) is meeting to receive agency reports and updates on the Tri-Cities Animal Shelter, including the 2025-2026 budget draft, staffing, intake/outcome statistics, and the new shelter construction. The agenda also includes approval of the October 10, 2024 meeting minutes and public comments. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• 2025-2026 shelter budget draft sent to Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland for approval
• New shelter expected to open in 2nd or 3rd week of January; kennels delivered and installation begun
• Euthanasia report: three dogs euthanized for attacking a person (Tucker, LuLu, Cami)
• 638 animal control cases in Oct/Nov 2024, including 23 attacks and 20 bite cases
• Volunteer program software implementation and onboarding in progress

Hearing Examiner

The Pasco Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on seven items: a continued special permit for a church at 415 W Columbia Street, preliminary plats for subdivisions (Peak Towneplace, Alvarado, Madison Park), and rezones (The Grove at Broadmoor, Marroquin, Pasco Aquatic Center). Staff recommends approval of the church permit with conditions, including life safety and ADA compliance.

• Special permit for Iglesia Casa De Dios Puerta al Cielo church at 415 W Columbia Street (0.24 acres, C-2 zone)
• Preliminary plat for 73-lot residential subdivision at 1606 Road 68 (8.79 acres)
• Preliminary plat for 14-lot residential subdivision at 9903 W Court Street (3.34 acres)
• Rezone of 11.96 acres from R-T to R-4 for 94-lot subdivision south of Burns Road
• Rezone of 13 acres from R-T to MU for Pasco Aquatic Center north of I-182

City Council Special Meeting

The Pasco City Council will vote on the 2025-2026 biennial operating and capital budgets, which face a projected deficit of $10M-$15M and follow $3.26M deficit spending in 2023. The council will also consider ordinances on water reuse facility rates, lodging tax allocations, water rights purchases, and agreements for the HAPO Center and a regional radio project.

• Adopt Ordinance Nos. 4749 & 4750 for 2025-2026 operating and capital budgets
• Adopt Ordinance No. 4751 amending water/sewer utility rates for Pasco Water Reuse Facility
• Approve Lodging Tax Advisory Committee 2025 funding allocations
• Approve Resolution Nos. 4544 & 4545 to purchase water rights from Wilson Sisters, LLC and Columbia East, LLC
• Approve Resolution No. 4546 extending HAPO Center interlocal agreement to May 31, 2025

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council workshop will discuss the history and future of Road 68, including a proposed Road 76 Overpass to reduce congestion, and consider a $378,000 right-of-way acquisition for the Road 40 East Extension. The council will also receive updates on a traffic impact fee study, an interlocal agreement for airport police services, and proposed changes to the rental license program. A closed session is scheduled for collective bargaining negotiations.

• Road 68 history and future, including proposed Road 76 Overpass ($25.5 million project cost)
• Road 40 East Extension right-of-way acquisition for $378,000 from Culbert LLC
• Monthly update on Traffic Impact Fee Study
• Resolution for interlocal agreement with Port of Pasco for airport police services
• Proposed changes to Rental License Program

Code Enforcement Board

The Pasco Code Enforcement Board will hold a determination hearing on December 5, 2024, to consider code violation cases, including possible dismissals, amendments, and penalties. The board will also vote to approve the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes and adopt Resolution No. 12-2024, which addresses corrected violations, deferred actions, voluntary correction agreements, and penalties. The agenda includes a staff report on October 2024 code division activity.

• Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adoption of Resolution No. 12-2024 regarding case dispositions
• Hearings on code violations with possible penalties up to $500 per day
• Staff report on October 2024 activity: 538 cases opened, 68 closed, 915 complaints pending verification
• Rental license program data: 6,611 licensed units, 421 inspections in October

Historic Preservation Commission

The Pasco Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss required commissioner training, and continue workshop discussions on the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center renovation and expansion. The agenda includes unfinished business on training and a workshop item on the MLK Center, with no public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of November 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Historic Preservation Commissioner Training (open government training required)
• Workshop: Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center renovation and expansion
• Discussion of historical continuity recommendations for MLK Center

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pasco City Council will consider a consent agenda approving $6,276,599.78 in claims, accepting completed road projects, awarding the MLK Jr. Community Center remodel, and approving a 10-year Amtrak lease. They will also hold a public meeting on the Glacier Park Convention Drive annexation, adopt 2025 wage and salary ordinances, and discuss zoning changes for overnight truck habitation and the rental license program.

• Approval of claims totaling $6,276,599.78
• Resolution 4537: Award MLK Jr. Community Center remodel Phase 1 to Booth and Sons Construction
• Resolution 4540: 10-year lease with Amtrak for Pasco Intermodal Transportation Facility
• Resolution 4541: Basin Disposal Inc. 2025 solid waste rate increase
• Public meeting on Glacier Park Convention Drive annexation (Resolution 4542)

City Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting with only one substantive item: a 90-minute executive session to review the performance of a public employee, as permitted under state law. No votes or public decisions are scheduled; the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.

• Executive session from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM to review a public employee's performance under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)

Arts and Culture Commission

The November 26, 2024, Arts and Culture Commission meeting is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2024. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no other business items.

• Meeting cancelled for November 26, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council workshop will discuss amending the municipal code to raise State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) categorical exemption thresholds, receive a presentation on the 2025-2026 biennial budget, and review several resolutions including a proposed rate increase from Basin Disposal Inc., budget supplements, and project acceptances. Public comment is allowed on each discussion item.

• Ordinance to amend Title 25 raising SEPA categorical exemption thresholds (e.g., single-family up to 30 units, multi-family up to 200 units)
• Presentation of 2025-2026 Biennial Budget
• 2025 Administrative/Professional Wage and Management Salary Plans
• Resolution: Basin Disposal Inc. 2025 proposed rate increase
• Resolution: Bid award for Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Remodel and Expansion Phase 1

Planning Commission

The Pasco Planning Commission will receive an update on the Downtown Pasco Master Plan implementation, including public space enhancements, mobile vending, lighting strategy, and community engagement. They will also hear a report on the Comprehensive Plan periodic update required by the Growth Management Act. The meeting includes approval of minutes from September 19, 2024, and a note about rescheduling the June 2025 meeting due to the Juneteenth federal holiday.

• Downtown Pasco Master Plan implementation update, including lighting audit and grant application
• Comprehensive Plan periodic update report on Growth Management Act requirements
• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024 meeting
• Rescheduling June 2025 meeting due to Juneteenth federal holiday

City Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting where a quorum of the Pasco City Council will attend the annual State of the Cities event hosted by the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce. The agenda contains no business items, votes, or public hearings; it is purely an attendance item.

• Attendance at the State of the Cities event hosted by the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce

City Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting where the City Council will attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new 3.5 Million Gallon Water Storage Reservoir. No other business is scheduled; the agenda is limited to this ceremonial event.

• Ribbon cutting ceremony for new 3.5 Million Gallon Water Storage Reservoir

Pasco Public Facilities District Board

The Pasco Public Facilities District Board will consider several resolutions, including a second amendment to the progressive design-build contract with Bouten Construction Company/NAC for the aquatics facility, a resolution to issue an RFQ for a branding package, and an update on the aquatics facility design. The board will also approve October 2024 accounts payable claims and an investment policy update. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and financial reports.

• Resolution 2024-16: Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Progressive Design-Build contract with Bouten Construction Company/NAC
• Resolution 2024-18: Issue a Request for Qualifications for a branding package
• Resolution 2024-15: Authorize investment in the Local Government Investment Pool
• Resolution 2024-17: Amend the Aquatics Stakeholder Register and Decision Matrix
• Approval of October 2024 accounts payable claims totaling $394,276.55

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pasco City Council will hold a second public hearing on the 2025-2026 operating and capital budgets, conduct hearings on two annexations (Valdivia and Shumway/Taylor Flats Road), and vote on related zoning ordinances. The consent agenda includes approving $4.17 million in claims, a wastewater treatment plant change order, and multiple contracts to update GESA Stadium to Major League Baseball standards. The council will also consider creating several new funds, including for tax increment financing, development fees, public safety, and affordable housing.

• Second public hearing for 2025-2026 Operating & Capital Projects Budgets
• Public hearings and ordinances for Valdivia and Shumway/Taylor Flats Road annexations
• Resolution No. 4523: Change Order No. 10 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 1 with Clearwater Construction
• Resolutions 4527-4530: Purchase agreements for GESA Stadium upgrades (lighting, netting, batters eye, foul poles, outfield fence)
• Ordinances 4741-4745: Creating TIF, development fee, public safety, and affordable housing funds

Hearing Examiner

The Pasco Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plat for Glacier Park, a proposed subdivision of about 42 acres into 250 lots for 311 residential units in the R-3 Medium-Density Residential zone. The applicant, Big Sky Developers, seeks approval for the plat, which includes single-family and multi-family units. The hearing will consider findings of fact, including traffic, school, and park impact fees, and the final environmental determination (MDNS) that was previously appealed and dismissed.

• 250 lots for 311 residential units on 41.98 acres
• Traffic mitigation fee of $709 per unit, totaling $220,499
• School impact fee charged per new dwelling unit
• Park fee credit estimated at $150,138.56
• Site located north of Burns Road, east of Convention Drive, west of Robert Wayne Drive

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review staff reports on recent programs and park projects, and discuss the proposed Pasco Radio Control Raceway (PRCR), a roughly $600,000 facility that could be built within the new Aquatic Park site. The board is also set to approve the September 12, 2024 meeting minutes. No final decisions are expected; the raceway would require Pasco City Council approval.

• Proposed Radio Control Raceway: ~$600K construction, 2.75 acres, ADA-compliant, club-operated
• Highland Park restroom/concessions building delivery scheduled for Nov. 26
• Pasco Sporting Complex soccer field lighting installation Jan–June 2025
• Road 80 Neighborhood Park: playground, shelters, walking path, possible sport court
• 99 trees planted, 370 trees uplifted, 47 removed; grant funding approved 11/13/2024

Hearing Examiner

The Pasco Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plat for Raven Place, a proposal to subdivide 163.78 acres into 690 residential lots. The applicant, Pro Made Homes, seeks approval for the subdivision, which includes a 5.02-acre park tract and road improvements. The hearing will also address the appeal of the Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS), which was dismissed on October 9, 2024.

• 690 residential lots on 163.78 acres in R-1 and R-3 zoning districts
• 5.02-acre community park tract and multi-use paths along Burns Road, L Drive, and Deseret Drive
• Traffic mitigation fee of $489,210 ($709 per unit) required
• Water rights fees: $517.50 per unit, irrigation fee, and $1,000 transfer fee
• Appeal of MDNS dismissed on October 9, 2024

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council workshop will discuss the draft 2025 Legislative Priorities and a supports/opposes document, presented by legislative consultant Briahna Murray. Council will also consider several resolutions, including a sole-source purchase of LifePak 35 defibrillators, a change order for the wastewater treatment plant, project acceptances for sewer LIDs, and purchase agreements for GESA Stadium upgrades. A closed session is scheduled for collective bargaining negotiations.

• 2025 Legislative Priorities presentation and discussion
• Sole Source Purchase Request of LifePak 35 Defibrillators
• Change Order No. 10 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 1 with Clearwater
• Project Acceptance for East Urban Growth Area Expansion Sewer LID No. 152 Phase 3 and Phase 4
• Accept Purchase Agreements for GESA Stadium updates to MLB standards

City Council Special Meeting

The Pasco City Council is holding a public hearing on the proposed 2025-2026 biennial budget. The discussion covers the 2023-2024 budget outcomes and the projected General Fund deficit of $16.5M, which could be reduced to $12.3M if the council adopts staff recommendations including a cost-of-living wage increase, deferring vehicle replacements, and strategic vacancy management. The council is also asked to provide direction on these budget elements.

• Public hearing on 2025-2026 biennial budget
• General Fund deficit projected at $16.5M without recommended budget elements
• Cost-of-living wage escalation would add $2.9M to budget
• Deferral of vehicle replacement savings reduces budget by $1.3M
• Strategic vacancy replacements limit labor costs by $5.8M

Code Enforcement Board

The Pasco Code Enforcement Board will hold a determination hearing on two unresolved code enforcement cases: one at 112 S 4th Ave (Antonia Velasquez) and one at 9315 Chapel Hill Blvd (Silver Creek Apts LP). The board will also vote on approving the October 3, 2024 minutes and a resolution on case dispositions. The agenda includes a staff report on code division activity for September 2024.

• Hearing CEB2024-0679: 112 S 4th Ave - Antonia Velasquez; violations include unauthorized residential use in C-2 zone, unlicensed businesses, unsafe stairs/railings, and graffiti
• Hearing CEB2024-0705: 9315 Chapel Hill Blvd - Silver Creek Apts LP; violations include unsafe exterior, damaged drainage, and graffiti
• Motion to approve minutes from October 3, 2024 meeting
• Resolution No. 11-2024 on corrected violations, deferrals, and penalties
• Staff report: 102 complaints received in September 2024; 509 rental inspections conducted

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss training requirements and review recommendations for the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center renovation. The commission previously ranked community suggestions on historical continuity and will now provide final recommendations. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no public hearings scheduled.

• Discussion of required open government training for commissioners
• Review of Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center renovation recommendations
• Approval of October 1, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pasco City Council will vote on the 2025 property tax levy, choosing between a zero percent, one percent, or one percent plus banked capacity increase. They will also hold a public meeting on the Horrigan Farms and Cherry Bloom annexation petition, and receive a presentation on the 2025-2026 biennial budget. Several consent agenda items include approving claims totaling $5,711,724.84 and accepting work for the A Street Sports Complex Phase 1.5 project.

• Ordinance 4736: 2025 property tax levy options (0%, 1%, or 1% plus 4% banked capacity)
• Resolution 4518: Public meeting on Horrigan Farms and Cherry Bloom annexation
• Claims approval totaling $5,711,724.84
• Resolution 4515: Accept $1,247,236.33 state loan for West Pasco Water Treatment Plant Phases 3 and 4
• Resolution 4517: Change Order No. 6 with Apollo, Inc. for East UGA Sewer LID No. 152 Phase 4

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council workshop will discuss amending zoning rules to regulate overnight truck habitation, review a traffic impact fee study, and receive a presentation on the 2025-2026 biennial budget. Several resolutions for infrastructure projects and loan approvals are also on the agenda for discussion.

• Amending PMC Title 25 to define overnight truck habitation, allowing it only in industrial zones (I-1, I-2, I-3) via special permit with 1,000-foot buffer from residential uses, parks, and schools
• Traffic Impact Fee Study presentation
• Presentation of 2025-2026 Biennial Budget
• Resolution accepting work of A Street Phase 1.5 Project
• Resolution approving Professional Services Agreement Amendment No. 2 with Jacobs for Butterfield Water Treatment Plant Improvements

Pasco Public Facilities District Board

The Pasco Public Facilities District Board will consider approving $2.3 million in betterments for the aquatics facility, contingent on no Debt Service Reserve Fund requirement. They will also vote on adopting an investment policy, authorizing deposits in U.S. Bank or the Local Government Investment Pool, and directing the executive director to apply for a rezone of the 13-acre Broadmoor property. The board will approve September claims of $4,779,284.02 and a $377.58 travel reimbursement, and hold a 15-minute executive session on litigation.

• Motion to adopt $2.3M in betterments for aquatics facility, contingent on no Debt Service Reserve Fund requirement
• Resolution 2024-12 to adopt PPFD Investment Policy
• Resolution 2024-13 or 2024-14 to invest funds in U.S. Bank IntraFi Cash Service or Local Government Investment Pool
• Motion to direct executive director to apply for rezone of 13-acre Broadmoor property from R-T to Mixed Use, including $825 fee
• Approval of September 2024 accounts payable claims totaling $4,779,284.02

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will select a chair and receive updates on several projects, including the Peanuts Statue, Downtown Mural Program, Art in City Hall, and the Arts & Culture Map. They will also review meeting dates for November and December. The agenda includes approval of the September 24, 2024 minutes, which noted a motion to extend the Craft Room mural call for art by 30 days and approval of two Paint Pasco mural reimbursement applications.

• Selection of commission chair
• Update on Peanuts Statue project
• Update on Downtown Mural Program
• Update on Art in City Hall Program
• Update on Arts & Culture Map Project

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pasco City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Ad Valorem (property) tax and General Fund revenue, and continue its presentation of the 2025-2026 biennial budget. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes approving claims totaling $7,356,708.26, a $2.2 million hotel/motel marketing plan, and several interlocal agreements. Additionally, there will be a presentation on the Downtown Masterplan implementation and a discussion on irrigation utility revenue requirements and connection charges.

• Public hearing on 2025 Ad Valorem Tax and General Fund Revenue
• Approval of claims totaling $7,356,708.26 and bad debt write-off of $28,005.75
• Approve Tri-City Regional Hotel/Motel Commission 2025 Marketing Plan & Budget of $2,200,000 (Pasco share $568,000)
• Ordinance No. 4735 amending automated traffic camera regulations
• Resolution No. 4512 setting date for Horrigan Farms and Cherry Bloom annexation consideration

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is reviewing 18 applications for 2025 lodging tax funds totaling $1,102,377 against a projected budget of $1,000,000. They will consider requests for tourism facility support, events and festivals, and marketing, then make recommendations for City Council consideration. The committee will also approve minutes from the September 5, 2023 meeting and review the 2023-2024 fund summary.

• TRAC/HAPO Center: $200,000
• GESA Stadium debt service: $290,000
• Pasco Soccer Complex: $300,000 requested (staff summary shows $200,000)
• Tri-Cities VCB: $203,376
• Total requests: $1,102,377 vs. $1,000,000 budget

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council is holding a workshop meeting with several items for discussion and public comment. Key items include an update on the Pasco Public Facilities District's aquatics center project, a continued presentation of the 2025-2026 biennial budget, and discussions on traffic calming on Court Street and an ordinance related to automated traffic cameras. The council will also consider resolutions for interlocal agreements with the Department of Corrections, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, and the Washington Traffic Safety Commission.

• Aquatics center: $37.2M baseline project, 13 acres in Broadmoor, groundbreaking Dec 2024, $51M bonding by Nov 1
• 2025-2026 General Fund Biennial Budget presentation (continued)
• Court Street traffic calming discussion
• Ordinance amending PMC 10.31.010 and 10.31.020 on automated traffic cameras
• Interlocal agreement with Department of Corrections for office space and support services

Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority

The Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority is meeting to receive agency reports and updates on the Tri-Cities Animal Shelter, including animal care, control services, and community outreach. The agenda includes a presentation covering shelter operations, staffing, and statistics, as well as progress on the new facility and volunteer program. No formal decisions or votes are listed; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Shelter update includes intake, adoption, and euthanasia statistics for Aug-Sept 2024
• Animal control case breakdown: 709 total cases, including 25 bite cases and 22 attacks
• New facility: waiting for final punch list items, kennel order submitted with ~12 week production time
• Volunteer program: finalizing manual and waiver, adding Visitor Support Team role for ages 14+
• Staffing table lists 21 full-time and 2 part-time positions, including Animal Services Manager and Veterinarian

Hearing Examiner

The Pasco Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on seven items, including a preliminary plat for 71 residential lots at the end of W Pearl Street, a special permit extension for Gerizim Church, and several other land-use requests. The meeting is open for public comment, both in person and remotely.

• Preliminary plat PP2024-006: 71 lots on 6.29 acres at W Pearl Street, R-3 zoning
• Special permit extension HE2024-007 for Gerizim Church at 1310 Road 36
• Special permit SP2024-014 for New Beginnings Church
• Special permit SP2024-015 for Marathon Tesoro Butane Blending Facility
• Rezone Z2023-008 for Gisi Water Tower Apartments (C-1 to R-4)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pasco City Council will vote on two comprehensive plan amendments (New Heritage and Road 100/West Argent Road), several rezones, and other land-use items. They will also hear updates on Hanford cleanup and Ben Franklin Transit, and receive a presentation on the 2025-2026 biennial budget.

• Approve claims totaling $10,897,656.33
• Adopt 2025 CDBG and HOME annual work plans (Resolutions 4499, 4500)
• Vote on Comprehensive Plan amendments for New Heritage and Road 100/West Argent Road (Ordinances 4730, 4731)
• Rezone properties: Peak Towneplace (C-1 to R-3) and Alvarado (RS-20 to R-1)
• Approve Lewis Street Overpass change orders and contract amendments (Resolutions 4502-4504)

City Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting held at the REACH Museum for the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce's Elected Leaders Reception. A quorum of four City Councilmembers will attend to network with business leaders and other elected officials. No final action will be taken during the reception, making this a procedural and social event rather than a decision-making meeting.

• Attendance at Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce's Elected Leaders Reception
• Quorum of four City Councilmembers scheduled to attend
• No final action to be taken

Code Enforcement Board

The Pasco Code Enforcement Board will meet to approve minutes, conduct determination hearings on code violations, and consider a resolution addressing case dispositions. The agenda includes a hearing for Iglesia Casa de Dios Puerta al Cielo at 415 W Columbia St for alleged occupancy, building code, and zoning violations. Staff reports will cover code division activity for July and August 2024.

• Hearing for 415 W Columbia St: no fee occupancy registration, structure not meeting Assembly use code, no conditional use permit for church in C-2 zone
• Resolution No. 10-2024: dismiss corrected violations, defer cases pending notification, accept voluntary correction agreements, assess penalties
• Approval of August 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Code Division activity report: 189 complaints in July, 125 in August; 72 cases opened in July, 30 in August
• Rental inspections: 130 units inspected in July, 239 in August

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center renovation and expansion project, with a workshop led by Capital Improvement Project Manager Ryan Mahaffey. The commission will consider suggestions for preserving the building's historical character, such as using the existing mural and round bricks. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings. No public hearings or formal decisions are scheduled.

• Workshop on MLK Community Center renovation and expansion project
• Discussion of historical continuity suggestions, including preserving the existing mural and round bricks
• Approval of minutes from June 4, July 2, and August 6, 2024 meetings
• Next meeting scheduled for November 5, 2024

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will review a call for art for the Craft Room mural and applications for the Paint Pasco Mural Reimbursement Program, and discuss a new 'Art in City Hall' initiative. The agenda includes commissioner and staff reports, but no final decisions are listed.

• Craft Room Mural Call for Art Review
• Paint Pasco Mural Reimbursement Program application review
• Art in City Hall discussion
• Artist application from José D. Trejo-Maya for mural work
• Mural concept for 80' x 25' building at 108 N 4th Ave, Pasco

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council workshop will hear presentations and discuss several items, including a school district update, a citywide speed management update, and a resolution to accept the Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2B Outfall Replacement Project. They will also consider an ordinance amending the sign code related to billboards, and resolutions for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant and HOME annual work plans. A presentation on property and sales tax basics is also scheduled.

• Resolution to accept WWTP Phase 2B Outfall Replacement Project (final contract total $6,315,476.90)
• Ordinance amending Pasco Municipal Code Title 17 Sign Code and PMC 25.95.050 related to billboards
• Resolution for 2025 Community Development Block Grant Annual Work Plan and Allocations
• Resolution for 2025 HOME Annual Work Plan and Allocations
• Presentation on citywide injury minimization and speed management implementation update

Planning Commission

The Pasco Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed code amendment (CA 2024-001) to regulate overnight truck parking and habitation. The draft ordinance would allow this use only in industrial zones (I-1, I-2, I-3) with a special permit, a 72-hour maximum stay, and a 1,000-foot buffer from residential areas. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the August 15, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on CA 2024-001: Overnight Truck Parking and Habitation code amendment
• Draft ordinance limits use to industrial zones (I-1, I-2, I-3) with special permit
• Proposed 72-hour maximum stay and 1,000-foot buffer from residential areas
• Facility requirements: 24-hour management, fencing, security cameras, restrooms, pet relief areas
• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024 meeting

Pasco Public Facilities District Board

The Pasco Public Facilities District Board will consider approving a bonding resolution to issue sales tax bonds for the construction of an aquatic center, along with policies for contracting personal service providers and adopting US Bank as its financial institution. The board will also review August 2024 claims totaling $291,672.11 and receive updates on the project's design, budget, and property purchase.

• Resolution No. 2024-09: Approve bonding resolution for $47,000,000 in sales tax bonds for aquatic center construction
• Resolution No. 2024-10: Adopt Contracting with Personal Service Providers Policy
• Resolution No. 2024-11: Adopt US Bank as PPFD financial institution
• Approve August 2024 accounts payable claims of $291,672.11
• Executive session to discuss litigation with legal counsel

City Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting with only an executive session to discuss current or potential litigation with legal counsel, per state law. No public decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.

• Executive session on litigation per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for 60 minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pasco City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating a right-of-way on Alvarado Place and vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a rezone of Osprey Pointe from I-3 to MU. They will also consider change orders for the Water Reuse Facility and I-182/Broadmoor interchange, an amendment to the Axon contract, and adoption of council rules of conduct. The agenda includes routine consent items and an update on MLK Community Center improvements.

• Ordinance 4727: Vacate 20-foot right-of-way on Alvarado Place near Road 100 and West Court Street
• Ordinance 4728: Rezone Osprey Pointe property near S Grey Ave and E Ainsworth Ave from I-3 to MU
• Resolution 4493: Change Order No. 5 with Tapani, Inc. for Water Reuse Facility Phase 2
• Resolution 4494: Change Order No. 7 with Nelson Construction for I-182 & Broadmoor Interchange
• Resolution 4495: First Amendment to Axon Enterprise Master Services Agreement for Officer Safety Plan

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review meeting minutes, hear staff reports on recent events and maintenance, and discuss the state-of-the-art radio control raceway as unfinished business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes on new items.

• Discuss state-of-the-art radio control raceway
• Approve July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Staff report on summer programs (swim lessons, tournaments) and maintenance projects
• Next meeting scheduled for November 14, 2024

Hearing Examiner

The Pasco Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on two special permit applications. The first is a request by Vertical Bridge Towers to build a 150-foot-tall wireless communication facility on residentially zoned land (Parcel #114-330-031), with staff recommending approval with conditions. The second is a mini storage facility on St. Thomas Drive. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Special permit for 150-ft monopole cell tower on R-1 zoned land, Parcel #114-330-031, off Clark Road
• Staff recommends approval with conditions including solid screen fence, paved access drive, and FAA airspace study
• Public hearing for SP2024-013 - St. Thomas Drive Mini Storage
• Application fee for special permits is $625

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket, which includes two proposed land-use changes. The council will also discuss code enforcement, animal control, capital improvements, utility budgets, and several contracts. Public comment is allowed on each discussion item.

• Public hearing on 2023 Comprehensive Plan amendments, including CPA2022-003 (197 acres at E A Street from Industrial to Mixed Residential/Commercial) and CPA2023-001 (2.85 acres at Road 100 & Argent from Low to Medium Density Residential)
• Resolution for I-182 & Broadmoor Boulevard Interchange Project Change Order No. 7
• Resolution for Change Order No. 5 for Pasco Water Reuse Facility Phase 2 with Tapani, Inc.
• Ordinance amending PMC Section 3.40.070 on time of payment of impact fees
• AXON Officer Safety Plan Contract Renewal presentation

City Council Special Luncheon Meeting

This is a special luncheon meeting where a quorum of Pasco City Councilmembers will attend the Pasco Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting. The focus is on listening to a keynote speaker, celebrating the Chamber's past-year accomplishments, announcing outgoing and incoming board members, and recognizing Business & Member of the Year recipients. No city decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Attendance at Pasco Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting
• Keynote speaker presentation
• Announcement of outgoing and incoming Chamber board members
• Recognition of Business & Member of the Year recipients

Code Enforcement Board - 05 Sep 2024-CANCELLED

This meeting of the Pasco Code Enforcement Board, scheduled for September 5, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda was procedural only, with no specific hearings or business items listed.

Historic Preservation Commission

This agenda for the Pasco Historic Preservation Commission meeting on September 3, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pasco City Council will consider a resolution supporting a Franklin County ballot proposition that would impose a 0.2% sales tax to fund emergency communications systems. They will also vote on an ordinance exempting low-income housing from utility system development charges, and authorize the purchase of two properties for the Pasco Specialty Kitchen expansion. The consent agenda includes approval of claims totaling $6,437,980.95 and several interlocal agreements.

• Resolution No. 4491 supporting Franklin County sales tax proposition for emergency communications (0.1% permanent + 0.1% for 36 months)
• Ordinance No. 4725 creating exemption for utility system development charges for low-income housing
• Resolution No. 4492 authorizing purchase of 122 & 124 South 4th Ave for Pasco Specialty Kitchen expansion
• Approval of claims totaling $6,437,980.95 and bad debt write-off of $24,671.00
• Resolution No. 4487 supplement for Court Street and Road 68 intersection improvements with PBS Engineering

Arts and Culture Commission

The August 27, 2024, meeting of the Pasco Arts and Culture Commission was cancelled because not enough members were present to form a quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 24, 2024

Pasco Public Facilities District Board

The Pasco Public Facilities District Board will consider approving July 2024 claims of $119,986.13, approve travel reimbursement for the executive director to Blue Springs, Missouri, and hear a presentation on a draft bonding resolution for the Pasco Aquatics Facility. The board will also vote on a resolution to change its meeting agenda order and receive updates on the aquatics facility project, including utilities, surveys, and budget.

• Approval of July 2024 accounts payable claims totaling $119,986.13
• Approval of $201.78 travel reimbursement for Executive Director to Blue Springs, Missouri
• Presentation of draft bonding resolution by Scott Bauer of Northwest Municipal Advisors
• Resolution 2024-08 to amend PPFD Bylaws to change agenda order
• Update on excess cash deposit alternative to Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP)

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council workshop will receive the annual Hanford Communities update from Executive Director David Reeploeg, covering cleanup funding, cost estimates, and local priorities. Council will also discuss an ordinance setting minimum rates for Pasco Water Reuse Facility (PWRF) users who don't sign long-term agreements, plus proposed amendments to zoning (corner lot fences), sign code (billboards), and several resolutions for contracts and interlocal agreements.

• Hanford Communities annual report: cleanup cost estimate $300B-$640B, active cleanup complete 2078
• Ordinance amending PMC Titles 13 and 3 for Pasco Water Reuse Facility (PWRF) minimum rates
• Amendment to Title 25 zoning code for corner lot fences
• Amendment to Title 17 sign code related to billboards
• Resolution: Supplement No. 4 with PBS Engineering for Court Street and Road 68 intersection improvements

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pasco City Council will vote on Ordinance No. 4724 to declare public use and necessity for the Broadmoor and Sandifur Parkway intersection improvement project, authorizing condemnation. They will also consider a five-year lease extension with Greyhound, approve the 2024-2025 Council goals and City Manager workplan, and amend the sale of city property along Burden Boulevard. The consent agenda includes approving claims totaling $2,513,721.09 and several project acceptances and appointments.

• Ordinance No. 4724: Declares public use and necessity for Broadmoor/Sandifur Parkway intersection project, authorizing condemnation
• Resolution No. 4484: Five-year lease extension with Greyhound Lines, Inc. for Pasco Intermodal Transportation Facility
• Resolution No. 4486: Amendment of sale of city property along Burden Boulevard, Parcel No. 117370017
• Consent agenda: Approving claims totaling $2,513,721.09
• Resolution No. 4481: Awarding quote for new cat and dog kennels for Tri-Cities Animal Control facility

Planning Commission

The Pasco Planning Commission will review and recommend allocations for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, considering three funding options after applicant feedback. They will also continue a workshop on a proposed ordinance for overnight truck habitation, refining definitions, zoning, and amenity requirements. The meeting includes approval of the July 18, 2024 minutes.

• 2025 CDBG allocation options (total estimated $677,540) with funding for projects like YMCA ($30,000), Domestic Violence ($70,000), and Housing Authority ($514,000)
• Workshop on CA2024-001 Overnight Trucking Habitation, including 1,000-foot residential buffer and 72-hour maximum stay
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2024 meeting

Hearing Examiner

The Pasco Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on four items: a special permit for a 16-bed enhanced services facility at 1620 Road 44, a special permit for a barber school at 208 N 4th Avenue, a special permit for a hair academy, and a rezoning request (Z2024-003) from RS-20 to R-1. Staff recommends approval for the care facility and barber school, with conditions. The agenda includes public comment instructions and remote participation options.

• Special permit for Sundance Residential Care: 9,000 sq ft enhanced services facility with 16 beds at 1620 Road 44
• Special permit for Gonzalez Barber School at 208 N 4th Avenue Suite 210
• Special permit for New York Hair Academy
• Rezoning Z2024-003: Alvarado property from RS-20 to R-1
• Public hearings begin at 6:00 PM on August 14, 2024

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council workshop will hear presentations from Franklin County Sheriff Jim Raymond on the Benton County Recovery Coalition and 9-1-1 funding for Franklin County, including potential tax measures on the November ballot. The council will also discuss the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket, the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan, and consider resolutions for the A Street Sports Complex Phase 1, new kennels for the Tri-Cities Animal Control Facility, and the East Riverview Lift Station project. Public comment is allowed on each discussion item.

• Presentation on Benton County Recovery Coalition and 9-1-1 funding for Franklin County
• 2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket discussion
• 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan presentation
• Resolution to accept work for A Street Sports Complex Phase 1
• Resolution to accept quote for new cat and dog kennels for Tri-Cities Animal Control Facility

Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority

The Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority is meeting to receive updates from the Tri-Cities Animal Shelter, including quarterly statistics, a communications plan, outreach events, and policy/process changes. The agenda also includes public comments and agency reports. The meeting is largely informational, with no specific votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Quarterly statistics for June-July 2024: 668 animal control cases, 160 cat and 135 dog intakes, 77 cat and 68 dog adoptions
• Euthanasia cases: 26 medical, 5 municipal code, 2 behavioral for cats; 15 medical, 1 municipal code, 0 behavioral for dogs
• Kennel bid to be presented to Pasco City Council for purchase approval; kennels expected to arrive in 12-16 weeks after order
• Volunteer program updates: harassment/bullying policy distributed, new code of conduct posted, volunteer management software purchase contract being finalized
• Adoption event scheduled for August 18th with free vaccination and microchip clinic sponsored by Tumbleweed Cat Rescue

Historic Preservation Commission

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City Council Regular Meeting

The Pasco City Council will vote on consent items including $17.2 million in claims and a $34,631 bad debt write-off, plus several resolutions and ordinances. Public hearings are scheduled for a right-of-way vacation and two annexations (Valdivia and Shumway/Taylor Flats Road). The council will also consider ordinances on mobile vending and a small cell franchise for US Cellular, and approve surplus/sale of city property on Burden Boulevard.

• Approve claims totaling $17,231,637.88 and write-off $34,631 in bad debt
• Public hearing on vacating a 20-foot alley for MACA LLC (VAC 2024-001)
• Public meetings on Valdivia and Shumway/Taylor Flats Road annexations
• Ordinance 4722 to amend mobile vending and public space rules per Downtown Pasco Master Plan
• Ordinance 4723 granting US Cellular a small cell wireless franchise

Code Enforcement Board

The Pasco Code Enforcement Board will convene to approve minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting, conduct determination hearings on code violations, and consider Resolution No. 8-2024, which addresses corrected violations, deferred cases, voluntary compliance agreements, and penalties. The board will also receive a staff report on June 2024 code division activity, including 176 complaints received and 687 rental inspections.

• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2024 meeting
• Hearings on code violations (specific cases not listed in agenda)
• Resolution No. 8-2024: finding violations corrected, deferring action, accepting voluntary agreements, assessing penalties
• Staff report: 176 complaints received in June 2024, 134 cases opened, 76 closed
• Rental inspections: 687 in June 2024, 6,617 licensed units total

Hearing Examiner

The Pasco Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on two short plat appeals and five preliminary plat applications. The appeals challenge conditions on subdivisions at 6205 West Argent Road and a Sandhu property. The preliminary plats include Osprey Pointe rezone, Kimmie Estates, Glacier Park, Raven Place, and Madison Park North. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Appeal of Sickle Short Plat conditions, including sewer connection and infrastructure requirements
• Appeal of Sandhu Short Plat conditions
• Rezone of Osprey Pointe from I-3 to MU
• Preliminary plat for Kimmie Estates
• Preliminary plats for Glacier Park, Raven Place, and Madison Park North

Pasco Public Facilities District Board

The Pasco Public Facilities District Board will consider approving two resolutions related to the Pasco Aquatics Facility: accepting the validation report and authorizing the executive director to negotiate and sign Amendment No. 1 to the Progressive Design Build Contract with Bouten Construction Company/NAC. The board will also vote on approving June 2024 claims of $291,931.21 and amending travel authorization to include additional members for a trip to Blue Springs, Missouri. Other items include a financial report, committee reports, and an executive session.

• Resolution 2024-06: Accepting Pasco Aquatics Facility Validation Report
• Resolution 2024-07: Directing negotiation and signing of Amendment No. 1 to Progressive Design Build Contract with Bouten Construction Company/NAC
• Approval of June 2024 accounts payable claims totaling $291,931.21
• Motion to amend travel authorization to Blue Springs, Missouri to include Caroline Bowdish, Marie Gillespie, Matt Watkins, Dan Dotta, and Craig Maloney
• Discussion of excess cash deposit alternative to Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP)

Arts and Culture Commission

The July 23, 2024, Arts and Culture Commission meeting is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2024. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no business items.

• Meeting cancelled for July 23, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for August 27, 2024

City Council Special Meeting

The Pasco City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Resolution No. 4471, which would authorize the City Manager to execute Change Order Nos. 37-52 for the Lewis Street Overpass Project. These change orders total $2,707,837.14 and address issues such as meeting BNSF specifications, modifying barriers, compensating for escalated costs, and resolving disputes. The overpass opened to traffic in April 2024, and the project is expected to be completed in fall 2024.

• Resolution No. 4471 authorizing change orders 37-52 for Lewis Street Overpass with Cascade Bridge, LLC
• Change orders total $2,707,837.14, bringing total project cost to $41,417,578.20
• Change Order 037 addresses railroad screening gap; Change Order 038 modifies barrier for heavy equipment handling
• Change Order 043 and subsequent orders compensate for escalated costs due to project delays
• Change Order 051 resolves outstanding project disputes and extends project timeline

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Pasco City Council workshop will discuss several items, including the 2024 Legislative Interim Action Plan, the Targeted Urban Area Tax Exemption Program, traffic calming measures for Court Street and Road 96, the 2025-2028 Capital Improvement Plan, developer reimbursement agreements with Big Sky Developers, Council Rules of Conduct, and 2024-2025 Council Goals and City Manager Workplan. Public comment is allowed on each discussion item.

• 2024 Legislative Interim Action Plan: potential transportation funding requests include $2.5M for Route 76 Overpass design, $3M for US 12/A Street safety analysis, $8M for Broadmoor I-182 bike/pedestrian path, $2.5M for Lewis Street Underpass demolition
• Targeted Urban Area Tax Exemption Program: presentation on property tax exemptions for new industrial/manufacturing facilities; existing projects total $1.585B in value, 729 new jobs, $28.48M in 10-year exemptions
• Court Street & Road 96 traffic calming measures: speed study findings and proposed alternatives
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2025-2028
• Resolutions approving two Developer Reimbursement Agreements with Big Sky Developers

Planning Commission

The Pasco Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME program allocations, totaling $677,540 in CDBG funds and $216,160 in HOME funds. They will also workshop a proposed code amendment on overnight truck habitation. The meeting includes approval of the June 20, 2024 minutes.

• Public hearing on 2025 CDBG allocations ($677,540) and HOME allocations ($216,160)
• Workshop on CA2024-001 Overnight Truck Habitation
• Approve minutes from June 20, 2024 meeting
• Funding requests include $70,000 for Domestic Violence Services, $125,000 for CHIP Minor Rehab, $100,000 for playground sensory features

City Council Regular Meeting - 15 Jul 2024 CANCELLED

This agenda announces that the July 15, 2024, City Council regular meeting is cancelled. The next regular business meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 5, 2024. No other business is listed.

• Meeting cancelled for July 15, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for August 5, 2024