City Calendar

W300-Mondays, March 2-May 18th

The major responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission are to identify and actively encourage the conservation of Pasco’s historic resources by reviewing National Register properties applying for Special Tax Valuation; to raise community awareness of Pasco’s history and historic resources; and to serve as the City of Pasco’s primary resource in matters of history, historic planning, and preservation.

The Pasco City Council and staff invite you to the City’s Community Forums. These facilitated forums are designed for residents to share suggestions and creative ideas about what you would like in your community. Two Community Forums are scheduled: • Wednesday, February 26, 7pm, Tierra Vida Rec Center (3525 East “A” Street) • Wednesday, March 4, 7pm, HAPO Center (6600 Burden Boulevard) These meetings provide ideas the City Council draws from when creating City goals. Share your vision and let your voice be heard. Previous Forums have generated many goals for the City. All interested community members, including residents, businesses, and community organizations are welcome. Spanish translation services will be provided. All are encouraged to get involved in shaping the future of the City of Pasco!

The Park and Recreation Advisory Board advises the City Council and the City Manager on matters pertaining to recreation programs, including senior citizen programs. The Board also advises the Council on the planning, development, improvement, beautification, equipping, and maintaining of public parks, playgrounds, recreation facilities and resources. Members serve 3-year terms.

The City Council holds workshops the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, where the Council discusses issues, but no formal action is taken.

The Hearing Examiner duties include: -Variances, review of administrative actions, waiver of violations, extension on use of borders of zoning districts and administrative exceptions; -Appeals of administrative decisions; -SEPA appeals; -Vehicle impounds; -Appeals of decisions of the Poundmaster and Business license revocations, appeals and reinstatement.

At Regular Meetings, the City Council takes formal action on items, holds public hearings, and conducts other business of the City.

The Planning Commission makes recommendations to the City Council on land-use matters, including the Comprehensive Plan and zoning.

The City Council holds workshops the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, where the Council discusses issues, but no formal action is taken.