Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM112371D O (`i) City Ha11 Building 23 November 1971 250 East Pine Street 8:00 P.M. Central Point, Oregon The. Common Council met in Regular Session with Mayor Robert Manasco presiding. Roll call found the following Councilmen present: Almquist, Hadley, Hamer, Rowe-and Tally. Vacancy of one (1~. Also present were City Administrator R. Hutton-,;City Recorder Zander, City' Treasurer Tate, Police Chief Sanders, Building Inspector Chastain, Public Works .Superintendent Capps and City Atty. Mansfield and numerous citizens. Minutes of the November 9, 1971 Regular Council Meeting were read and discussed. Mayor Manasco referred to Page 1, 6th paragraph noting an error as to the date of the~Regular Meeting; should read: "December 14th 1971". He further referred to page 4, 3rd paragraph-3rd sentence as being ,,incomplete; should read as.... "Authority was granted, subject for review by the Mayor''. With no further questions, motion was made by Almquist, seconded by Tally to approve the Minutes as corrected. All in favor motion carried. Mayor Manasco called upon Councilman Almquist to give his Administrative Com- X mittee's~report on the "Mel's Garage" Mel Burnett property at 3rd and Oak St. Councilman Almquist advised that he has not met on this issue being the Commit- tee-is.understaffed at present. Mr. Almquist did say that future plans of the 1st National Bank, Central Point Branch as possibly moving to another location ~~and vacating their present building. He spoke of.the present l.st National Bank building as a possible City Hall Building and the police and fire departments could expand their facilities by moving forward. This property would also allow add'~tional parking space. He advised that he will meet with the Administrative Committee and fully study both properties and report their findings. Reports. were called for from City officers attending the 1971 League~Meeting. Mr. Hutton stated that he and Fire Chef Higinbotham had met with the 'State Fire Insurance Rating., Bureau. and by all indications, the City could expect abetter _ rate when the Fire Department has all of the equipment ready for inspection ' and the Fire Rating Bureau's re-evaluation. Mr ..-;Hutton.. also stated that he attended the City Attorney Section Meeting and reports. that many other Oregon cities are experiencing the problems that we are having in some of our overrruled ordinances on loitering and trespassing. Councilman Hamer reported that his attendance was in the parks and `recreational seminars and benefited more than expected. .Councilman Rowe stated that he attended workshop meetings on City planning. He advised that future growth. will~be Oregon cities major problem. More study is to be directed. into this area for accommodating the population increase. Mayor Manasco thanked the officers for giving their reports and for their endeavor in attending the 1971 League of Oregon Cities Annual Meeting. Mr. ,George Joyce, local train master, of Southern Pacific Railroad was recog- nized and spoke of the Pine Street. railroad crossing. He assured the Mayor . and Council that stringent effort is being made to .correct the past and present boo Cb) problems of having Pine Street blocked for any excessive time. Discuss- ion held. Mayor Manasco referred to recent Ordinance passed- was only for the safety and welf are of the people of Central Point. Mr. Joyce's comment in conclusion was that if the City would "give us a chance and .the opportunity to correct the problem", that he is taking all measures to eliminate any repeated incidents. The Mayor and Council expressed their appreciation of Mr. Joyce coming before the Council on this issue. Mr. Hutton spoke on Central Point's own ZIP code possibilities. He stated that he had met with Mr. Al Bradford, Postmaster and Mr. George Evans, Sub- Postmaster of Central Point Post Office concerning the Central Point request. Mr. Hutton commented that he foresees little or no change in the system in allowing Central Point a separate ZIP code number at this time. He also referred to prior correspondence to Senators Hatfield and Packwood and also their reply. The Mayor and Council instructed Mr. Hutton to remind the two Congressmen of their previous stand; to their action anticipated as stated in correspondence. The Mayor and Council advised him also, to take all avenuesp;ossible for securing our own individual postal ZIP code. Mr. Hutton next reported on the proposed South:.4th Street sewer replacement project. He related to the budgeted account as being X10,000. and the City Engineer's estimated construction cost to be approximately $10,500. It was also reported that more engineering would be done prior to the calling for bids. This replacement would eliminate all of the old 8" lines in the troubled area. If the Council should decide to go ahead with the construc--~ tion, it could be an early spring operation or chance a winter installation of the approximatel2 city. blocks sewer line. It was the Mayor & Coun_cil's opinion to go ahead and complete the job as soon as practical'. Mr. Hutton referred to the City Sanitary rate increase and for Council's opinion. Discussion. held. It was suggested that the issue``be tabled; and be brought before the December 14th Meeting as an Agenda item. Mr. Hutton advised that he had planned his vacation after bei with the City for approximately 13 months and would like to take two ~2~ 'additional days to his vacation time. These dates being from November 24t1i through December 5th inclusive. Discussion held. Councilman Tally stated that Mr. Hutton has earned considerable beyond his vacation by devoted time to the City and the two days asked for would not and should not be judged as a precedent, but only showing the apprecation towards his diligent ;effort. and work performance during his past year. Motion made by Almquist, seconded by Hamer to acknowledge Mr. Hutton's request- with pay. Roll call vote, all in favor motion carried. Two liquor license applications for renewal were present for Council action; Central Point Grocery and the Pioneer Cafe. It was reported by Police Chief Sanders th2t his Department had no reason for deniing the 1972 liquor license permits. Discussion held. Motion made by Hamer, seconded by Tally to approve the applications for liquour license as presented, with an all in favor motion carried. Mr. Hutton also presented the liquor license application for Council action as previously approved for Mr. Edwin Holly. Mr. Hutton said the only change to be made is; single ownership, and the proposed building being small in size. Discussion held. Motion made by Talley seconded by Almquist to grant the approval of the presented application as changed. Roll Call vote; Ayes by '.Almquist, Hadley, Hamer and Tally. Councilman Rowe abstained. By majority in favor, the motion carried. 4 0 0 <<~ Mayor Manasco reports of activity from the Rogue Valley Council of Governments at the last meeting. He referred to the 701 Federal Grant program and that the City of Central Point was classified as the'No. l priority!'. A~_;~this time, the Mayor advised Council that the second meeting of the month should be. held to a workshop-type of meeting and all business collected along with other issues shall be carried over to the first meeting of the following month for official Council action. He then announced that this portion of the .meeting, will be the workshop study combined with Council and audience. Councilman Tally informed the Mayor and Council that he was representing sev- eral residents from the North Central Valley Drive locality- regarding street deterioration. He emphasized that the pavement and curbs are in a very poor condition and in dire need. of repair. He also mentioned that the people prop- erty owners have paid their street improvement when the homes were purchased, and do not feel that they should have to stand any further obligation. Mr. Hutton-stated that he had observed the street and agreed to its condition. He also. informed the Council of a cap-type repair over the pavement for approxi- mately $3,000.- or a complete street project at an approx~n~ate $12,000. figure. This would include curb and gutters. Discussion held. Councilman Rowe suggested that we study the Subdivision Agreement as to any possible terms and conditions of .public improvements. Discussion held. Motion made by Tally, seconded by Almquist that the City propose in the upcoming Budget $10,000. for street im- ,provement fund for No. Central Valley Drive. The Mayor called for any questions on the motion. Atty. Mansfield advised that the motion could only be an admin- istrative move towards a proposal for the Budget Committee to work with and for consideration. Councilman Rowe suggested that more study be made of the report- ed compl"aint. No further questions. Roll call vote, all in favor motion carried. Attorney Mansfield spoke on the Court's ruling on behalf of the City of Medford Water Commission and Central Point City. By the Court's decision handed to the City of Central Pont, Medford could charge other users more than their own residents -and not be guilty. of discrimination. Discussion held. Mr. Mansfield advised the Mayor and Council against any appeal or other Court appearances. _ However, he did suggest meeting with all other users and approach the situation by political pressure. Discussion held. It was the opinion and feeling that the Mayor meet with other City representatives and district officers of the area on behalf of the water rates and other issues surrounding the problem. It was tentatively scheduled for a December 9th meeting at Central Point City Hall Building:... Next;,"di_s;cussion held'on.the City Electrical code and its relation to Fire Zones. The Mayor and Council stressed their opinion to enforce by the Code as ,. ... .. it .presently stands. ' At 10:10 P.M. Councilman Hadley was excused from the meeting. Attorney Mansfield spoke. on Court decisions regarding loitering and trespass- ing ordinances. He advised that the proposed ordinance be tabled-for further study and be presented at the next meeting. Mayor Manasco addressed, the Councilmen and Committee Chairmen of their respon- sibility and goals. He mentioned that every area of City interest should be pursued-and brought before the work study council meeting for digesting after the committees have discussed and done their work in the related matters. . loo ~a) Mr. Hutton reported on the progress of the proposed Mazama Village Sub- division. He presented the plot map designating the contour, storm and sewer lines. as well as the residential lots. Mr. Hutton indicated that this appears to be a good Subdivision with the exception of a proposed sanitary sewer lift pumping station. Gravity lines were discussed and the cost for such lines would be in the area of X114,000. comparing to approx- imately X10,000. for the pumping system." Discussion held. Mr. Hutton advised that Mr. Ullfers will appear before the Planning Commission on November 30th with his final plot plans. Mayor Manasco cautioned the Council to be alert and study any area for errors. Street lighting was discussed as to a possible specific type of light pole. Steel and aluminum standards were mentioned as the possible type of light pole. It was suggested that this issue be brought before the next meeting for its possible final action. Mayor Manasco referred to the vacancy of the one Council seat and opened this portion of the meeting for any names of persons as possible candidates. Councilman Rowe recommended Bill Russell as being interested. Mr. Dale Parker was recommended by Councilman Tally, as well as .Jim Mills. Mayor Manasco suggested the'': Council. meet with these possible candidates on Nov. 30th at 6:30 PM in the City Hall Building for interviews. All agreed. Mr. Hutton presented the City payroll for Council consideration and approval. Motion made by Almquist, seconded by Hamer to approve the payroll as present- ed. All in favor motion carried. - ' There being no further business to come before the Council the meeting was adjourned at 10:55 PM upon a motion.by Hamer, seconded by Almquist with an all in favor motion carried. Attest: Approved by me this /l~ day of Approved ~~.tJ , 1971. Approved 1 C