OAA EPHRATA CITY COUNCIL MAYOR BRUCE REIM MAYOR PRO-TEM WILLIAMCOE KATHLEEN ALLSTOT, SARAHMCDOMNELL, VALLIMILLARD, MATT MOORE, TONY MORA, MARK WANKE CITY ADMINISTRATOR MIKE WARREN AGENDA FOR 05 FEBRUARY 2020 - 7:00PM REGULAR SESSION 1. Called to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Recording of Meeting: NO 6. Presentations: 5. Additions or corrections to published Agenda Swearing In of New City Administrator Michael Warren Swearing In of Interim Police Chief Erik Koch Swearing In of New Ephrata Police Officer Zachary Smith CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Claim Fund Bills and Checks Issued 2. Approval of Council Minutes: 15. JANUARY 2020 3. Approval of Special Event Applications: GranFondo 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., March 15, 2020 Beezley Burn, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., April 4, 2020 Columbia Ridge Bike Rodeo, 8:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m., April 16-17, 2020 4. Approval of 2019 Converted Property - Confiscated Property Converted to City use III STAFF, COMMITTEE, & AGENCY REPORTS 1. NEXT ORDINANCE: 20-01 BILLS: WANKE, ALLSTOT, MILLARD NEXT RESOLUTION: 20-006 IV CLOSED RECORD DECISIONS [RCW CHAPTERS3 36, 42:0 OPENPUBLICINPUTI NOTF PERMITTEDI 1. V PUBLIC HEARINGS VI ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS 1. R20-005 Authorized Bank Signers VII ITEMS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION 2. Citizen concern - Limit Vehicle Idling 3. Status of New Recycling Center 4. Write-Off of Uncollectible Debt 5. Surplus of Equipment- - Expired Ballistic Vests 1. WSDOT Roundabout at SR282 and Nat Washington Way VIII CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT 1. Final 2019 Budget Report NEXT ORDINANCE: 20-01 BILLS:WANKE, ALLSTOT, MILLARD NEXT RESOLUTION: 20-006 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES January 15, 2020 City Council of the City of Ephrata, Grant County Washington met in regular session on January 15, 2020. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Bruce Reim and adjourned to executive session to evaluate qualifications for applicant or employee (RCW 42.30.110(1)g) for thirty minutes. Executive session adjourned, no decisions were made or action taken. Meeting reconvened at 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Mayor Bruce Reim, Mayor Pro Tem William Coe, Council members Mark Wanke, Matt Moore, Valli Millard, Sarah McDonnell, Tony Mora, and Kathleen Allstot. City Administrator Wes Crago, City Attorney Katherine Kennison/Anna Franz, Community Development Director Daniel Leavitt, Public Works Director Bill Sangster, Recreation Supervisor. Josh Johnson, Police Captain Erik Koch, Fire Chief Jeremy Burns and City Clerk/Finance Director Leslie Trachsler. Staff Present: Pledge of Allegiance was said. Noj public signed up to speak. This meeting is being recorded. Agenda: There were no corrections or additions to the agenda. brief! bio and Todd's wife Rachael pinned his new badge. Presentations: Swearing in ofTodd Hufman as Police Sergeant. Captain Koch read a Consent Agenda: Motion was made to approve consent agenda. (m/s Moore/Allstot) Motion carried. Items on the consent agenda are as follows: Claims #91214 through #91280 in the amount of $788,678.37 Claims #91281 through #91323 in the amount of $200,429.15 Claims #91210 through #91213 in the amount of $1,013.7 VOIDED Claim #91175 in the amount of ($2,647.20) Manual Checks #86012020, 87012020, 8801202 and 89012020 in the amount of $2,762.88 EFT in the amount of $22,810.66 Payroll Checks #46568 through #46586 in the amount of $49,243.14 Payroll Claims #91190 through #91209 in the amount of $254,072.20 Payroll Direct Debit in the amount of $5,750.00 Payroll Direct Deposit in the amount of $209,780.42 Minutes of the December 18, 2019 Council meeting Public Hearing on 2020-2025 Sewer Comprehensive Plan: Mayor Reim opened public hearings at 7:06 p.m. This is the third and final of three public hearings of the Sewer Comp Plan before Council approval. Crago reviewed the 2020-2030 Sewer Comprehensive Plan and the proposed upgrades and improvements needed to maintain: a healthy infrastructure and treatment process. The Plan outlines roughly $3.1-million of needed improvements to the collection system and $3.9-million of improvements to the treatment facility. In 2018, City staff initiated an application with the Department of The "Executive Document" presented to Council is a summary of the Sewer Comprehensive Plan. It outlines Council's direction in implementing those improvements and the corresponding rate increases to repay the loan. The proposed rate increase is a $1 increase each year for 5 years - 2021-2025. There being no public comment, hearing closed at 7:07 p.m. Ecology for a 20-year, 2% interest, $6.97-million loan. Public Hearing on Resolution 20-001 - Accept Funding for Sewer Comprehensive Plan: Public hearing opened at 7:08 p.m. Crago gave a brief staff report advising Council that this Resolution authorizes the acceptance of funding in the amount of $6,970,600 from the State of Washington Department of Ecology for the design, construction and construction administration of the Water Reclamation Facility and Collection System improvements as outlined in the Sewer Comprehensive Plan. There being no public comment, hearing closed at 7:08 p.m. Public Hearing on. Resolution 20-002 - 2020 Update to Six-Year Street Plan: Public hearing opened at 7:08 p.m. Crago gave al brief staff report. This Six-Year Street Plan outlines the City's goals and informs the community of the long-range plans for street improvements. The Plan is required by State law for eligibility for grant funding. There being no public comment, hearing closed at 7:09 p.m. Public Hearing on Resolution 20-003-2 2020 Update to Capital Facilities Plan: Public hearing opened at 7:09 p.m. Crago advised that the Capital Facilities Plan is a listing ofl long-range plans the City may consider in the future. The Real Estate Excise There was some Council discussion, no public comment, hearing closed at 7:12 p.m. Tax (REET) is a required component by State law. Public Hearing on Resolution 20-004. - 2020 Update to Transportation Benefit District Plan: Public hearing opened at 7:12 p.m. According to City Policy 10030, each January staff shall submit a' Three-Year Plan to Council for public input and approval. The Plan represents roadway conditions, future grant availability and coordination with There being no public comment, Mayor closed public hearings at 7:13 p.m. Resolution 20-001 - Accept Funding for Sewer Comprehensive Plan: Motion to approve and accept Resolution 20-001 - Accept Funding for Sewer Comprehensive Plan. Resolution 20-002-2 2020 Update to Six-Year Street Plan: Motion to approve and accept Resolution 20-002-2020 Update to the Six-Year Street Plan. (m/s Moore Resolution 20-003 -2 2020 Update to Capital Facilities Plan: Motion to approve and accept Resolution 20-003 -2 2020 Update to the Capital Facilities Plan. (m/s Mora Resolution 20-004 - 2020 Update to' Transportation Benefit District Plan: Motion to approve and accept Resolution 20-004-2 2020 Update to the Transportation Benefit Adoption of 2020-2025 Sewer System Comprehensive Plan: Crago advised that this is the formal acceptance to the "Plan". Motion to adopt the 2020-2030 Sewer System WSDOT Request for Support - Possible Roundabout at SR-282 and Nat Washington Way: Crago reported that the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has initiated conversation of aj potential roundabout at the "Walmart" intersection. Previously, the City participated with WSDOT in a study regarding a roundabout at this location. Currently WSDOT is requesting al letter of support. Representatives from WSDOT will be at the next Council meeting on February Authorize Administration to enter Agreement with Grant Co PUD for Camera installation: This is a standard agreement that will allow the City to utilize power poles for placement of security cameras. Motion to authorize Administration to enter Agreement with Grant County PUD for Camera installation. (m/s Allstot/Mora) Motion other projects in town. (m/s Millard/McDonnell) Motion carried. /Wanke) Motion carried. /Moore) Motion carried. District Plan. (m/s McDonnell/Moore) Motion carried. Comprehensive Plan. (m/s Allstot/Wanke) Motion carried. 5,2020 to address Council on this issue. carried. City Administrator Report: Request for Ordinance to limit vehicle idling February5 5,2020: Crago advised that a citizen has concerns about vehicles idling for extended periods of time. This citizen will be at the next Council meeting on February 5, 2020 to address his concerns with Council. Crago advised Council consider enforcement issues and how long is an acceptable time Collaboration with) North Central Regional Library_(NCRL): Staff has been working with NCRL on the future of the library - the current building they are in was the old Fire Station built in 1938. This building is very old and in need of repairs. Discussions have been taking place regarding where and what a future library would look like and what Budget snapshot = Cash reserves in Current Expense continued to climb as well as sales tax. A complete 20191 Budget Report will be presented at the next council meeting. Farewell and Godspeed: Crago commented that for the past 26 years he has spent every other Wednesday coming to council meetings; either as a Council member or City Administrator, this is his last meeting. He thanked Council and commented that this has been the greatest privilege of! his professional life to work here and serve on the City Council. With that, he tendered his chair to incoming City Administrator, Mike Warren. Mike Warren thanked Crago for his mentorship, friendship, support and leadership over Special Confirmation - Appointment of Michael R. Warren as City Administrator: Mayor Reim has appointed Police Chief Michael R. Warren as the new City Administrator. Motion to confirm Mayor Reims appointment of Mike Warren as City for a vehicle to idle. financing opportunities are available. the years and wished him well on his new endeavor. Administrator. (m/s Allstot/Wanke) Motion carried. There being no further business meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m. Bruce Reim, Mayor ATTEST: Leslie Trachsler, City Clerk 320 SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT APPLICATION City of Ephrata 121 Alder Street SW Ephrata, WA 98823 (509) 754-4601 ph (509) 754-0912 fax 1. Name of Event: 2. Setup Start Time/Date: 3. Event End Time: 4. Sponsoring Organization: 5. Event Coordinator/Primary Contact: 6. Mallng Address: 7. Day Phone: 8. Emall: 9. PERMIT APPROVED: YES NO Authorized City Signature: Granfafplnk Sopm/3- Soopna Date: 7o 3N Zoto Date(s) ofEvent: Event Start Time: Clean Up End Time/Date: Morzka 15,7020 8006m K:00 Pw/3-15 Vicious Cyck fulac ake Moedke 39ESw Ephrat. USA 98823 Cell Phone: Fax: 504 - 750-0977 PhabsksPs-s.con Secondary Contact: Karen Macdke Phone: $09.760-3620 10. Is alcohol being served? IFYES, which one(s)? YES (yo IFYES include a copy oft the State Liquor Permit. 11. Doy you wish to utilize any Clty property, such as aj park? VES NO ERC 12. Will this event Include Food' Vendors of any type? 13. Anticipated number of attendees? 360 YES No Ifyes, all vendors must apply for a Temporary Food Service Permit with the County Health District. A list of vendors Is required to be submitted with the applicatlon. THE PRIMARY CONTACT MUST LIST AI DAY OF EVENT PHONE NUMBER IF NOTLISTED. ABOVE. FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Park & Rec. Community Development Fire Code Enforcement Police Public Works STAFF. - INITIAL AND DATE UPON APPROVAL OR ATTACH MEMORANDUM WITH CONDITIONS. PAYMENT AMOUNT: RECEIVED BY: CASH CC CHECK# DATE: 7 FAAy HMFveQ une Manngend Statt/Finlsh 0 7hAveRw Portable rstrooms Ephratal Highs Schoole Palrick Par, Leel Theater0 Chevron 9 US Bank Branch 9 PMW rekw Tequas Mex Grant District o Pubiteuillyo Ephrata, Weshingion 1/1512D SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT APPLICATION City of Ephrata 121 Alder Street SW Ephrata, WA 98823 (509) 754-4601 ph (509)754-0912 fax 1. Name ofl Event: 2. Setup Start Time/Date:. 3. Event End Time: 4. Sponsoring Organization: 5. Event Coordinator/Primary Contact: 6. Malling Address: 7. Day Phone: 8. Email: 9. Secondary Contact: 10. Is alcohol being served? PERMIT APPROVED: YES Date: NO Authorized City Signature: Date(s) of Event: Event Start Time: Clean Up End Time/Date: BezlyBun 300am/H-3 S:60 QwA Aprl 4.2020 I0000m 7:00 pm/3-4 Vicious Lyck Pusk Inc Seke Moeske 39ESw Ephet WA 98923 Cell Phone: Fax: Phone: 529 750-4977 $0g 760-3620 coabkafyalcen KarMedk. vEs NO IFYES include a copy of the State Liquor Permit. 11. Do you wish to utilize any City property, such as a park? VE9 NO IFYES, which one(s)? LioAs Park 12. Will this event include Food Vendors of any type? YES &O Ify yes, all vendors must apply for a Temporary Food Service Permit with the County Health District. Alist of vendors is required to be submitted with the application. 13. Anticipated number of attendees? 100 THE PRIMARY CONTACT MUST LIST A DAY OF EVENT PHONE NUMBER IF NOTLISTED ABOVE. FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Park & Rec. Community Development Fire Code Enforcement Police Public Works STAFF. - INITIAL AND DATE UPON APPROVAL OR ATTACH MEMORANDUM WITH CONDITIONS. PAYMENT AMOUNT: RECEIVED BY: CASH CC CHECK # DATE: 7 Beer Garden Registration Parking Site Map Beezley Burn: : April 4, 2020 E e SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT APPLICATION City of Ephrata 121 Alder Street SW Ephrata, WA 98823 (509) 754-4601 ph (509) 754-0912 fax 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. PERMIT. APPROVED: YES Date: NO Authorized City Signature: Name of Event: CRRIKEKEO Date(s) of Event: Arml/6* 117" Setup Start Time/Date: g:0o A Event End Time: 945A Event Start Time: 315-84r 9:00-9:>0 Presenf. 8:00 An. 2:zop. 820-218 BikRedes Clean Up End Time/Date: 9:45A 2:20pm Elemcastacy Sponsoring Organization: Columbis Mailing Address: 6o HSTSE Day Phone: 4.754.283L Ridc Event Cooruinator/Primary Contact: E Giarcia LreckLaillss Cell Phone: 509. 750.5842 Emall: Secondary Contact: 10. Is alcohol being served? IFYES, which one(s)? Fax: Phone: cadphsolas 54.754.4076 SAsc Faclwllors *ES NO IYES include a copy of the State Liquor Permit. 11. Doy you wish to utilize any City property, such as a parkYES NO EphcatPD Prescatatrons Ephrah R0 ikeRedes Ride 12. Will this event include Food Vendors of any type? *E6 (NO) Ifyes, all vendors must apply for a Temporary Food Service Permrwith the County Health District. Al list ofvendors is required to be submitted with the application. 13. Anticipated number of attendees? 200 + (6€ Ride 485 Prercidotnas THE PRIMARY CONTACT MUST LIST ADAY OF EVENT PHONE NUMBER IF NOTI LISTED ABOVE. FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Park & Rec. Community Development Fire Building/ Code Enforcement Police Public Works STAFF INITIAL AND DATE UPON APPROVAL ORATTACH MEMORANDUM WITH CONDITIONS. PAYMENT AMOUNT: RECEIVED BY: CASH CC CHECK#_ DATE: FOOD VENDOR LIST FAXED TO HEALTH DISTRICT 509.754-6060. BY:. DATE: 7 G Enterprise St LSt KSt JSt NE E 5 de - @ 5 E S DE e N a E 3 a a HStSE GSISE FSISE ESISE DStSE DStSE 3 Ephrata Police Department 2019 Converted Property List The below listed property has been converted for use by the Ephrata Police Department in accordance with RCW 63.32.010(2): (2) Retain the property for the use of the police department. subject to giving notice int ther manner prescribedi inl RCW 63.32.020 and the right oft the owner, or the owner's legal representative, to reclaim the property within one year after receipt of notice, without compensation for ordinary wear and tear if, int the opinion oft the chief of police, the property consists of firearms or other items specifically usable in lawe enforcement work: PROVIDED, That at the end of each calendar year during which there has been such ar retention, the police department shall provide the city's mayor or council and retain for publici inspection al list ofs such retained items and an estimation ofe each item's replacement value. At the end of the one-year period any unclaimed firearm shall be disposed of pursuant to RCWS 9.41.098(2); City Shop/Maintenance Item Bolt Cutters Bolt Cutters Box ofTools Saw Nylon Tow Strap Battery Charger Air Compressor Work Gloves (1 pair) Work Glove (single) Work Glove (single) Wrench Wrench Wrench Tool Bits Rubber mallet Make/Model Ace 24" 24" N/A Milwaukee Sawzall N/A Duralast Slime Wells Lamont Mechanix Impact Pro CLC Pitcrew 2" Box End 13/4" Box End 15" Cresent End QualTool Inc' "Little Bit Kit" N/A Serial# N/A N/A. N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Est. Replacement Value $36.99 $36.99 $25.00 $119.00 $15.00 $49.99 $43.57 $10.99 $5.99 $5.99 $62.99 $39.95 $23.99 $25.00 $8.50 MONDAY 13 JANUARY 2020 NEWS RELEASE COLDV WEATHER FORECAST FROM: W.C CRAGO / (509) 754-4601 FORI IMMEDIATE RELEASE EXTREME COLD TO CONTINUE City Urges Residents to Prepare for Continued Cold Temperatures EPHRATA, WA. The National Weather Service is currently forecasting temperatures to remain between 6°F and 22*Fthroughout the next several days. Winds are forecast to gust into the upper-teens, producing significant wind-chill, magnifyingi the effects of cold on people and equipment. Residents and their loved ones (including pets!) Please take time to prepare your home, car, neighbors, and animals for extreme cold. The City often responds to buildings with frozen pipes in this weather, most of which could have been prevented with some basic safeguards. The most common problem during a major cold snapi is frozen pipes. The City advises that homeowners take the Ify your home is difficult to keep warm, leave at thin stream of water flowing (about a pencil's lead in width) from every faucet. Also, open up cabinets to allow warm air to get under sinks. This is very important if you are going Ensure that the underside of your home is protected from the cold and wind. This may include adding insulation Ify your water meter from the City is shallow [less than 24" down), add al layer ofi insulation, or even newspaper, to The Ephrata Fire Department responds to many incidents during the winter due to the use and misuse of heaters and fireplaces. Inspect your chimney, vents, andi make sure that youl have proper clearance between any heat-source and every other object. Please make certain that youl have proper ventilation for any generator, open flame, or any other source of carbon monoxide in your home or garage. Never use a combustion engine or outdoor-type grill The City recommends that everyone be prepared for extended power outages and/or emergencies, even though failures in Grant County are both rare and short. Iti is recommended that you! have at least three-days worth of non- perishable food on hand, extra water, fresh batteries, extra medications, appropriate clothing, and a radio. Consult Perhaps the mosti important thing we can do, before or during inclement conditions, is to check on one another. Be active in your neighborhood and look in on neighbors and/or their animals, especially those that may need extra Also take time to guarantee that your car is in good working order, with appropriate anti-freeze and oil viscosity for the season. Any local mechanic can help you with specific recommendations for your car, including snow tires, if needed. Always keep al blanket, food, and water iny your car in case of unexpected delays when traveling. Ifyou have additional questions, please utilize the following links, or simply call the City of Ephrata. should be prepared for cold and bundle up well when outside. following precautions: to awayf from your home more than a day. top pipes iny your crawlspace. Shield and/ori insulate all outside faucets. prevent freezing (the City! has already done this, buti iti is good to double check). inside your home. the County Emergency Management website for additional provisions. care during severe weather. ### Additional Contact Information Citywebsite: wwwephratsong or wwww/aceDookcom/Cboléphrate Toi report waterA problems, or for emergency: shutoff 754-4601 (after hours dial 762-1160) For travels and pass conditions: WwWSdOEwBgOY KSATH2QPV/ener or dia/511 For more information of fire and COhazards: http//ephrataorg/209htmlo or 754-4666 For additionall information. on emergency, preparations:, htp//wwwco.greEwBS/EM and/ http//takewinterbystorm.org From: Terri Moncrie! TMoncietgephataog 8 Subject: FW: Proclamation! Reques! Date: 13January, 2020at11:03 To: Wes Crago WCiago@ephrataog From: Proclamations Department- Sent: Monday, January 13,20209:45/ AM To: Terri Moncrief