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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM030271:fie City Hall 250 F~. Pine St. Central Point; Oregon March 2, 1971 7:30 p.m. The common council met in regular session with Chairman Marasco presiding. Roll call found present: Almquist, Hamer, Lance and Van Horn. .Absent being: Hadley and Offutt._ Also present: Hutton, Mansfield, Zander, Higinbotham and Sanders. ' Chairman Marasco asked for the minutes of Feb. 2, Feb. 16 and Feb. 19, 1971 meeting and for any questions or approval as presented. By no questions or corrections, a motion was made by Hamer, second by Almquist to approve the minutes asa°read.. All in favor. Motion carried. Chairman Marasco asked fbr any oral communications from the floor or from members of the council. Councilman Hamer advised that he was contacted by a resident from Ward 3 (Robert McAtee, 420 N. 10th St.) concerning fast traffic on Scenic at Hazel St. and also advised that a city sewer line on the Wiedman property as being bad and allowing surface water to enter into. a. damaged portion of the sanitary sewer. At this time Mr. Hutton advised that the City was aware of the deteriorated condition and repairs will be implamented as soon as weather allows. The traffic complaint of speeding vehicles in the area was referred to Chief Sanders. He advised that radar patrol has been and will continue to be devoted to any troubled area. Chairman Marasco asked the council if any names have been secured for nominatons~for the Sewer Rate Committee. Councilman Van Horn recommended that Everett Faber be considered and feels that he is qualified. Mr. Hutton spoke of Mr. Faber's past and present experience as business management and- also his relation with public utilities. Chairman Marasco advised that he would rather hold off on any appoint- ments at this time as there is ample time and warrants further study. Councilman Hamer stated that we should keep these qualified persons in mind. Chairman Marasco asked City Administrator Hutton if any building permits have been issued in the Pine Crest_Subdivis~ion? Hutton advised that, no construction permits have been issued to date. Newk.bus~ness was called for either from. the floor or the council. City Administrator Hutton instructed the Council that certain standards should be available for subdividers on street.lightirig within new subdivisions. He also advised of no street light's in the West Pine Villa subdivision and proposed lights in the Pine Crest subdivision. He mentioned of the present ordinance being inadequate iri detailing the material to be used towards the construction requirements. [] ~' `,,I 2 Hutton advised that this would be a proper time for establ~~hing higher standards as we are in the mist of two very attractive subdivisions and therefore recommended the steel-rise type pole. Discussion. Mr. Mead was asked to express his opinion on the issue. He advised that it made little difference to him as the additional cost ($30:00 per lot) would be charged to the purchaser. Hutton stated that Central Point could very well continue to .be a residential type city and now would be the time for the change-over to make Central Point much more attractive. Chairman Manasco suggested that this issue could be referred to ~ the Street Committee for further study before making a decision 4-d or the council could act on this at this time. Discussion held C9 on cost difference. Motion was made by Lance, second by Van Horn. ~ to allow either type - wood or steel - for street, lights by the ~ descretion of the subdivider. Roll call vote. All i.n favor. ~ Motion carried. Committee report by Fire Chief Higinbotham advised of a meeting given by the State Fire Marshall at Medford on March 10 regarding fire insurance rating. Mr. Hutton advised the council of a scheduled meeting at Salem on __~ March l8 and 19 related to City Finance Officers, Budget Officers, Treasurers and Clerks. Both Tate and Zander are interested in attending the meeting. Motion made by Hame, second by Almquist that Tate and Zander attend the meeting at Salem with an estimated cost of $40.G0. All in favor. Motion carried. City Administrator Hutton advised that both he and P~iayor Offutt are planning the first budget meeting for March 11, 171, City Hall bldg. at 7:30 p.m. The council members agreed to the scheduled meeting. Mr. Hutton mentioned that Mr. Zier, manager of Crater Osteopathic Hospital, contacted the city on behalf of Bush Street improvement. P7r. Zier mentioned that his firm was willing to cooperate financially for a street improvement. Discussion held. Chairman Manasco stated that to his knowledge the property owners have turned down a street improvement plan by a circulating petition and it being very unfair for the rest of the city taxpayers to provide residents on Bush Street with their curb and paving. Attorney Mansfield spoke on the procedure and that it would take 3%5 of the property owners favoring the improvement for passage. It was suggested that the hospital management contact property owners for further adivancement. 6~ Mr. Hutton informed the council that the 1Gb3 Dodge police car is in need of major repair. He stressed that the 63 modle vehicle has passed the 100,000 mile mark. Chief Sanders advised. the Dodge is now in the shop and that the motor is beyond repair. Hutton mentioned tha cost of a new motor or a late model used. The used motor would be considerablly less in. cost. Discussion. Tt was agreed to purchase a usedr~motor and have Mel's garage dg-the work. . Motion was made by Almquist, second by Van Horn to pay the bills as presented. All in fa~~r. Potion carried. Attorney Mansfield advised the council of the dog issue that appeared before the council. He advised that the court calendar has a heavy load, therefore the trial date was set for April 23. Discussion held. There being no further business, a motion was made by Hamer, second by Almquist to adjourn the meeting to the next regular meeting or to the call of the mayor. With all in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned 9:G3 p.m. F i}~' 4.v A p/ prove ~_ Mayor Attest: Approved by me this/~, d of ~a.~~~,1a71. Approved C