PORT OF CLARKSTON
849 Port Way – Clarkston, WA
July 8, 2014 — 1 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
All motions carried unanimously unless otherwise stated.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
[P] Commissioner Marvin Jackson (phone)
[P] Commissioner Wayne Tippett
[P] Port Auditor/Bookkeeper - Jennifer Bly
[P] Commissioner Rick Davis
[P] Port Manager – Wanda Keefer
[P] ED Assistant – Belinda Campbell
VISITORS – Tim Lynch
APPROVAL OF MINUTES – Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 9, 2014, Special meeting
June 30, 2014, and Pioneer Ports meeting June 30, 2014
Motion made by Commissioners Davis/Jackson approving the minutes as presented.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING – 6-YEAR TRANSPORTATION PLAN FOR PORT OF CLARKSTON,
2015 – 2020
The public hearing on the 6-year transportation plan for the port of Clarkston was opened at
1:05 p.m. Mr. Lynch said he likes the plan because it involves dredging and he wants the
port area dredged. There were no other public comments. The hearing closed at 1:06 p.m.
Motion made by Commissioners Davis/Jackson adopting the 6-year
transportation plan.
PUBLIC COMMENTS -- Speakers are requested to limit their time to 3 minutes and to address non-agenda topics. (They may
weigh in on agenda topics during that portion of the meeting.)
NONE
NEW BUSINESS
1. Scoping range of alternatives on new spec building, with assistance from Tim Lynch.
There was a long discussion on where to build the steel building and what to build on other
properties. Do we use our 2,200 sq. ft. bldg., or expand it to 4,400 sq. ft. or maybe even
bigger, and possibly place it behind the current four-bay building, as the commissioners first
choice, and then the hospital ground as a second choice.
RESOLUTIONS: None
RECURRING AGENDA ITEMS:
1. Accounts receivable status report -- In packets
2. Permitting in progress: dredging permits update
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Wanda updated the commissioners on the dredging permits and the broadband SEPA.
Since the project was expanded, we had to do another SEPA. There has already been
some feedback from agencies.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Turning Pointe Industrial Park update
Today’s walkthrough with PUD. Three people from JUB, one from Landmark, Wanda and
Commissioner Tippett were on the walk-through with personnel with PUD. Wanda explained to the
commissioner the land issues and the survey process with which we should change things and EDA
concurred with this change. With this change, we could sell all of the property within these parcels
instead of waiting 20 years from now.
Motion made by Commissioners Jackson/Davis approving the additional surveys at the
business park. Motion carried.
Wanda also updated the commissioners regarding the finish of the project and getting a partial
release of funds from EDA. We need to have the area fenced. We will hire a professional fence
company and use the type of fencing recommended by the farmers. It will be barbed wire.
Motion made by Commissioners Jackson/Davis to authorize the Manager to obtain a
fencing contractor and place “authorized personnel only” signs on the property and to
find a solution for weed control. Motion carried
2. Update on Broadband Build, Phase 2
All of the permitting has been submitted. CenturyLink has agreed to allow us to attach to their poles.
We are waiting for word on the agreement with them. We cannot go out for bids until we have their
permission. Project will be two parts, one higher priority which will be the school district and the
second part will be out to Ben Johnson Road. The school must have their in by August 30th.
3. Next Steps on City of Asotin’s RCO application
Application processed and submitted. The next step is to do a presentation via audio this month prior
to the selection process before the board. Wanda will be making the practice presentation via audio
from the Office and the on-site one in person at Olympia.
4. Riverfest—Awarding Beer & Wine Garden Cooperative Agrmt to Friends of Parks &
Recreation
There were at least four not-for-profit businesses contact to see if they would be interested in
running the beer and wine garden during Riverfest. When speaking with Friends and Parks, they
have much experience with this type of fund-raising because they do Rockin on the River each year.
The staff recommended that the Friends of Parks and Recreation be given the contract for the beer
and wine garden.
Motion made by Commissioner Jackson/Tippett to award the beer and wine garden to Friends of
Parks and Recreation during Riverfest. Motion Carried. Commissioner Davis vote Nay.
5. Cruise boat lines calling at Port of Clarkston
The manager provided the commissioners with the article from Sunday’s Tribune regarding
the cruise boats docking at the Port of Clarkston and the economic impact to the community.
COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Jackson - Nothing
Commissioner Davis - Nothing
Commissioner Tippett - Nothing
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MANAGER’S REPORT
1. Calendar
The manager provided the commissioners with a copy of her calendar.
2. New legislation now requires newly elected officials to go through training on public meetings
and public records. We will obtain access to some videos that the commissioners can watch
at our office.
3. Rockin on the River id August 19th.
APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS FOR PAYMENT
Type of Check
Check Numbers
Date
Amount
Expenses
17479 – 17519
07-08-2014
$ 55,029.59
Motion made by Commissioners Davis/Jackson approving the vouchers as presented.
Motion carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Construction/property acquisition:
10 minutes
EXECUTIVE SESSION WRAP-UP
At 2:35 p.m., the Commissioners went into executive session to discuss: construction/property
acquisition for 10 minutes. At 2:45 p.m., the Commissioners came out of executive session. There
were no decisions at the conclusion of executive session.
NEXT MEETING
August 15, 2014 – Regular meeting – 1 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion made by Commissioners Davis/Jackson adjourning the meeting at 2:45 p.m..
Motion carried.
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Rick Davis - Secretary
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