Council approves vacation of three‑foot easement along Convention Drive for Big Sky Developers
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Summary
The council adopted an ordinance vacating the eastern three feet of a historic easement originally established by Northern Pacific Railway Company, permitting a developer to adjust lot lines while dedicating additional right of way for Convention Drive.
The Pasco City Council adopted an ordinance (No. 47 82) Aug. 18 vacating the eastern three feet of an historic easement east of Convention Drive to accommodate a development by Big Sky Developers LLC. Staff reported the vacated strip — originally part of a 60‑foot railroad‑era easement — was surplus to public right‑of‑way needs and that the developer will dedicate additional right‑of‑way to benefit Convention Drive.
Planning staff advised the council that traffic circulation would not be affected because the three‑foot strip was not designated for road use, and staff recommended waiving compensation because the applicant will provide additional public right‑of‑way elsewhere for Convention Drive. No public speakers addressed the easement vacation during the public hearing for the item.
Action and vote: Mayor Pro Tem Grimm moved to adopt Ordinance No. 47 82 vacating the eastern three feet established by Auditor’s File No. 487139 (Northern Pacific Railway Company). The motion was seconded and approved unanimously.
Why it matters: The vacation removes a small, unused strip of recorded easement that allows the developer to complete lot layouts without impairing public access; staff concluded the public interest would not be harmed and recommended approval with the waiver of compensation in exchange for added right‑of‑way for Convention Drive.
Ending: Staff will complete the legal descriptions and record the ordinance summary per city procedure.