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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM020872~~~ City Hall Council Chambers 250 East Pine Street Central Point, Oregon . February 8, 1972 The Common Council met in regular session at 8:00 P.M. with Mayor Robert E. Manasco presiding. By roll call, the following Councilmen were found to be present: Almquist, Hadley, Rowe and Russell. Absent were Hamer and Tally. Also present were City Administrator Hutton, City Attorney Mansfield, Recorder Zander, City Treasurer,Tate, Police Chief Sanders and numerous interested citizens.. Mayor Manasco referred to past Minutes of Council Meetings held January 11th and January 25th, 1972 for reading. With no questions to any changes or corrections, motion was made by Councilman Russell and seconded by Almquist to approve the minutes as presented. All in favor vote, motion carried. The Mayor referred to the scheduled Public Hearing on vacating the alley be- tween Pine and Manzanita Streets from 5th to 6th Street. Discussion held. Mr. Hutton advised that the Fire Chief is not in favor of closing the alley for the reason of inaccessibility in case of fire. He further advised that Cal i.= forma Pacific's main utilities line is present in the alleyway and both items. should be considered. The Mayor called for any questions from the floor regarding this issue. With no voice indicating any questions, it was recommend- ed that this request be tabled in view that the petitioner, Dr. Roberts, was not present. At 8:12 P.M. Dr Alvin Roberts arrived and the Hearing was continued. Dr. Roberts was recognized by the Chair, spoke and said that his plans had changed and the request is withdrawn. The alley would remain open for two- way traffic and with no further need for alley vacation, motion was made by Hadley, seconded by Russell to deny the vacation of the aforementioned alley- way as to the formal request. With an aII in favor vote, motion carried. At this time the Mayor referred to New Business-and Mr. Lowell Anderson, Chair- man of the Rogue Valley Council on Aging was recognized. Mr. Anderson gave a presentation for "Aid to Senior Citizens" and slides were shown. He emphasized- the need for facilities in Central Point for numerous persons now living in a "day-to-day" status. Mr. Anderson requested City's help in supplying a recrea- tional meeting place in a central location of adequate size. He further stated that the operation would be managed by volunteer help. Discussion held. Mayor Manasco stated that the City now participates in a youth recreational program by financial support and sees no reason why the Senior Citizens should not be. treated the same. He further advised that it would be almost impossible to act upon any such program at this particular time. However, the City Council should consider this a budget item for the new coming year and present it to the Budget Committee for their advisement. The Mayor recommended that a further study be conducted and any additional information will be reported. Councilman Rowe acknowledged that he would pursue the study. Mayor Manasco called for any written or oral communications. Mr. Hutton was recognized and referred to Correspondence from B.C.V.S.A. and according to the City Agreement, the City should provide monitoring devices for sewage'flow L '.1 ~- ~- :•reading. He stressed that this device is not for determining rate or for ' metering purposes but for measuring influx additional to normal flow. Mr. Hutton suggested the purchase of two devices at the City's share of .cost at about $70.00. Discussion held. Motion made by Hadley, seconded by Almquist that the City purchase the two units at an "our share 'of Cost" as recommended. All in .favor motion carried. Mayor Manasco next read correspondence received from Congressman John Dellen- back relating to ',his support for securing a ZIP code for Central Point. The letter,~in part, stated that a copy of Central Point's request was forwarded to the Postmaster General's Office and he was currently awaiting a reply from that Dep artment.' Next, a letter of commendation of Central Point Police Officer "Larry Johnson"; an alert, outstanding officer. The letter mentioned a recent investigation -' resultirig.in the arrest of a burglary suspect-.signed Jack Sanders, Chief of Central Point Police Department. The Mayor expressed the Council's appreciation towards the officer` and to all other policemen:; for their efforts toward the welfare of Central Point. A letter was read from the Manager of the Local State Employment office- saying employment assistance was available to outlying local areas if such was needed. Mayor Manasco referred-next 'to Old Business and cal led .f or a report from Attorney Mansfield on the City Sanitary Service rate increase. Mr. Mansfield advised that through information from the local Internal Revenue .Service office, there is no authorized rate increase at this time- and only if and when the .City Sanitary Service apply for additional rates through the I.R.S. and approved,. then the amount will be set. Mr. Mansfield further advised that the City Sani- tary Service Co. must make the refunds to the residents that have paid over the normal. charges. He ,emphasized that no changes in rates shall be paid until a new agreement is endorsed by this Council. Discussion held.. The Mayor and €:'' Council agreed that no commercial rate has ever been requested or asked for in past meetings. The Mayor stated that the rate still stands at a X1.50 per month for residential service and the citizens of Central Point sYould b.e . informed. Mayor Manasco referred to the Agreement of. Bear` Creek Valley Sanitary Authority and the City of Central-Point relating to the use of a city-owned 12" sewer line located in the County- for execution. -The agreement was read and discussed. Being recommended by both Mr. Hutton and Attorney Mansfield that the .City approve and enter into the Agreemerit_as presented. Motion made by Rowe, seconded by Russell that the Mayor execute the agreement. Roll cal 1. vote with an all in favor motion, carried. (Mon Desir, Stan Smith Request. • Attorney Mansfield presented a proposed Ordinance and recommended its passage. The proposed Ordinance reading iri part; "An Ordinance Annexing a Contiguous Area to'the City of Central Point, Oregon".. Discussion held. Mr. Hutton advised that this property falls into an automatic R-1-8 zoning. Motion made by Almquist seconded by Hadley to adopt Ordinance 1036 as read. Roll Call vote.' All in favor motion carried. Ordinance #1036 Declared Duly Adopted (P.;~P.L. Request. Mr. Mansfield presented a proposed Ordinance and recommends passage, and reading in part; "An Ordinance Granting the Consent of the City of Central Point to the Annexation of Certain Real Property Described Therein, and Setting a Time and Place for a Public Hearing". Mayor Manasco recognized a question from the floor. Mr. Leo Russell asked if the proposed annexation was one single area or more than one parcel of land? Mr. Hutton advised that the property in question is one contiguous parcel of land. Tlais was shown to Mr. Russell by the aerial view map. Mr. Russell referred to a portion of the land as being afire hazard and should be developed first. Discussion held. Mayor Manasco advised that this phase of annexation is only for the established date for a public hearing and at that time Mr. Russell shall appear and be heard on this issue. With no further questions, motion was made by Almquist, seconded by Russell to adopt the proposed ordinance as read. Roll call vote. All in favor motion carried. Ordinance #1037 Declared Duly Adopted. Elk Farms, Inc. request Mayor Manasco .inquired as to a Final Engineering plat of the Mazama Village Subdivision. Mr. Hutton advised that he has not received it. However, it is believed that the drawing is ready and will be available within a few days. Mayor Manasco brought forth the discussion on sewer service at the Mazama `-~ Village Subdivision. He mentioned that additional study should be made with the City Engineer as to a gravity flow instead of the proposed pumping station. It was the Council's opinion that this should be done before any formal and final approval be made of the plot plans. Mr. Hutton wasE~instructed to contact the City Engineer and pursue any and all possibilities. Mayor Manasco inquired about the progress noted on remodelling the Small Engine Repair Shop on North Third Street. Mr. Chastain stated that he has paid several visits 'to the site. Mr. Hutton stated that the building will conform to .the Code when completed. Mr. Ed Bassett, 106 Rachel Drive, Central Point announced his resignation from the City Planning Commission to be effective at the next meeting. Mr. Bassett stated that he will be leaving the Central Point area and moving to Cave Junction. Mr.'Bassett recommended that a Mr. Donald C. Banks, 102 Sax- bury Drive be appointed to the Commission. Mr. Banks advised the Council that he would be interested, as a resident of Central Point for approximately 14 months. The Mayor thanked Mr. Bassett for serving on the City Planning Commission and extended his appreciation to Mr. Banks for his interest and he would be kept in mind when this vacancy was filled. Chairman of the Crater Memorial Pool Association Mrs. Barnett spoke regarding a possible way to finance the amount needed for a junior size Olympic swimming pool. Mrs. Barnett advised that she had met with School District 6 officials and was informed of their interest; possibly budgeting $50,000.00 as school share. Mrs. Barnett informed Mayor and Council that the City could apply for Fe"der al grant through the HUD program for X100,000.00. Discussion held. ?! Mayor Manasco advised, that the three entities should hold an early meeting on the issue to further the. feasibility. !~ 21 f--i Cr7 V i~ 1 Mr. Hutton next informed the Mayor and Council that the City had received the petition bearing names of approximately 50 percent of the property owners on Bush Street asking for street improvement. He further mentioned that several letters have been mailed to property owners asking their consent for supporting the street improvement program. Mr. Hutton giving his report and relating to the Harry Elmore property on Freeman Road; as being temporarily halted by.the County Health Department from further development. It is reported that a nearby sanitation problem on-property located several lots to the west of the Elmore .development out- side of the City have drainage. into the adjacent creek. In relation to the believed contamination of the stream, the State would not allow the develop- ment according to Mr. Elmore. Discussion held. It was suggested that Mr. Hutton keep the Mayor and Council informed of any further developments. Mayor Manasco referred to the payment of incurred bills to be paid. Dis- cussion held. Motion made by Rowe, seconded by Russell to pay~the bills as-presented. With all in favor vote, motion carried. There being no further business to be brought before the Council;. a motion was-made by Russell, seconded by Almquist to adjourn to the next regular meeting or to the call of the Mayor. All in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned-at 10:03 P.M. Warrant No. 6324 Void 6325 -Payroll Account 6326 Payroll Account 6327 Payroll Account 6328 Payroll Account 6329 Robert E. Manasco 6330 Dave Almquist 6331. Daniel Hadley 6332 Orville Hamer 6333. Howard Tally 6334 L. L. Rowe . 6335 Bill L. Russell 6336 William A. Mansfield 6337 Volunteer Firemen 6338 Payroll Account 6339 Automotive Machine Company _ 6340 State of Oregon, Dept. of Motor 6341 Xerox Corporation 6342 Mongomery Ward 6343 U.S. Pencil & Stationery Co. 6344 E. C. Viar 6345 Bryce W. Townely 6346 Bryce W. Townley 6347 Texaco, Inc. Vehicles $ 1,625.00 788.63 190.73 305.35 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 265.00 275.00 13;'}45.20 376.79 20.00 98.67 61.68 50.80 98.00 315.00 225.00 6.62 ~~a~. Warrant No. 6348 6349 6350 6351 6352 6353 6354 6355 6356 6357 6358 6359 6360 6361 6362 6363 6364 6365 6366 6367 6368 6369 6370 6371 6372 6373 6374 6375 6376 6377 6378 6379 6380 6381 6382 6383 6384 6385 6386 6387 6388 6389 6390 6391 6392 6393 6394 6395 6396 Southern Oregon Stationery S & M Auto Parts, Inc. Sam Jennnings Tires Sims Electric Inc. Scientific Pro ducts Southern Oregon Trophy Company Atlantic Richfield Co. J. C. Penney Co. Pat & Mike's Rogue River Valley Irrigation Dist. Orchards Auto Parts National Brake & Muffler McLaren Oil Company Medford Water Company ,Mason's Maintenance Mitchell's Gas for Less McCann Paint and Body Shop City of Medford Medford Printing Company Wilburt W. Lull Lehman Reloading Service Industrial Air Products Co. Jackson County Library System Jackson County, DeArmond Leigh, American LaFrance Halo Enterprises, Inc. Halo Enterprises, Inc. Gorden Hardware Grange Cooperative Supply Assn. Flexible Pipe Tool Co. Crater Auto Supply Inc. Central Point Plywood California Pacific Utilities Co. California Pacific Utilities Co. Crater Chain Saw Co. Industrial Air Products Co. Central Point Cleaners Joe R. Chastain Crater Lake Motors, Inc. Central Point Florist Petty Cash Petty Cash E-H Machine Works Budge-McHugh Supply Co. Big Pines Lumber Company Barco Supply Inc. Beaver Electric and Plumbing Co. Burroughs Corp. Baumans Fire Equipment Sales Sheriff ~ 120.30 6.00 1.75 34.71 11 70i? 15.75 12.92 1D.09 21.77 193.63 4.25 24.50 86.58 3,713.79 85.00 33.50 259.29 224,96 36.36 130.00 56.00 15.57 400.90 10.00 8,000.00 34.52 2.00 36.89 9.56 18.26 2.00 3.45 93.92 76.60 252.95 6.68 39.25 7.31 73.20 7.00 30.00 60.18 76.52 94.72 3.75 137.40 7.32 44.30 6.00 a ,6 ~~ ~, v--a CA Warrant No . 6397 Bear Creek Valley Sanitary Authority 6398 Bear Creek Valley Sanitary Authority 6399 Bear Creek Valley Sanitary Authority 6400 Bear-Creek Valley Sanitary Authority 6401 American Linen Supply Company 6402 The Artisan Press 6403 Dept. of Revenue, State of Oregon 6404 Payroll Account 6405 Daniel Leroy Clark 6406 American Steel and Supply Co. 6407 Jefferson C-B Sales 6408 Jefferson C-B Sales 6409 Jefferson C-B Sales 6410 Barker's 6411 Pacific Power and Light Company 6412 Void 6413 Petty Cash 6414 City of Medford 6415 Void 6416 Void 6417 William Thomas Hamlin 59.50 180.83 246.79 23.48 67.12 107.50 115.00 100.00 2.00 3.81 59.40 42.50 10.00 15.30 1,232.54 53.91 2,791.44 10.00 Approved May r Attest: City Recorder Approved by me this Z z- day of ~~6 , 1972. 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