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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM042811CITY OF CENTRAL POINT City Council Meeting Minutes April 28, 2011 I. REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL: Mayor: Hank Williams Council Members: Allen Broderick, Bruce Dingler, Carol Fischer, Kelly Geiger, and Matthew Stephenson were present. Ellie George was sworn in at the end of the meeting. Kay Harrison was absent. City Manager Phil Messina; City Attorney Paul Nolte; Police Chief Jon Zeliff; Community Development Director Tom Humphrey; Parks and Public Works Director Matt Samitore; Assistant City Manager Chris Clayton; Human Resource Manager Barb Robson; Finance Director Bev Adams; and City Recorder Deanna Casey were also present. IV. PUBLIC APPEARANCES Gary Miller from ACCESS presented their annual report to Council. Mr. Miller explained the services that are provided to Central Point citizens. • 830 homes in Central Point received energy assistance • 33 homes in Central Point received counseling for home buying or rental assistance • There are two food pantry's located in Central Point • 213 homes in Central Point used the medical equipment loan program V. CONSENT AGENDA A. City Council minutes for April 14, 2011 B. Quarterly Financial Statement C. 2011 Surplus Item Additions Matt Stephenson made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Bruce Dingier seconded. Ro1i call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingler, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Hank Williams, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. VI. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA -None VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS City of Central Point Cify Council Minutes Apri128, 2011 Page 2 A. Second Reading, Ordinance No. 1950, An Ordinance Declaring that Blighted Areas Exist within the City of Central Point, Recognizing the Need for an Urban Renewal Agency to Function in the City and Adding Chapter 2.62 to the Central Point Municipal Code Assistant City Manager Chris Clayton stated that this was the second reading of an ordinance declaring a need for an Urban Renewal Agency and adding Chapter 2.62 to the Central Point Municipal. There were no recommended changes at the first reading on April 14, 2011. Mayor Williams opened the public hearing. No one came forward. The public hearing was closed. Matt Stephenson made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 1950, An Ordinance Declaring that Blighted Areas Exist within the City of Central Point, Recognizing the Need for an Urban Renewal Agency to Function in the City and Adding Chapter 2.62 to the Central Point Municipal Code. Carol Fischer seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingler, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Hank Williams, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. B. First Reading, An Ordinance Amending Central Point Municipal Code Chapter 2.20 Implementing Provisions for Conducting City Elections by Clarifying Elections Procedures and Adding Procedures to Conform to State Law and New City Charter City Attorney Paul Notle stated that the 2010 Charter requires an ordinance clarifying nomination procedures for mayor or city council. The proposed ordinance states that state law will apply unless specified in the CPMC or Charter. There is clarification that a candidate must have lived in city limits for 12 months prior to the election; nominations are by petition; the filing period allows more time than the old charter; and filing forms will be submitted to the City Recorder. There was discussion that 2.20.060(B) could indicate that an elector could only sign a petition to nominate one person during an election period. The intent is that they are not allowed to nominate two people for the same position. Matt Stephenson made a motion to move to second reading an Ordinance Amending.. Central Point Municipal Code Chapter 2.20 Implementing Provisions for Conducting City Elections by Clarifying Elections Procedures and Adding Procedures to Conform to State Law and New City Charter with clarification to 2.20.060(6). Kelly Geiger seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingler, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Hank Williams, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. 1 City of Central Point City Council Minutes Apri128, 2011 Page 3 VIII. BUSINESS A. Appointment of Committee Members Mayor Williams stated that there is one vacancy on the Park and Recreation Commission. Staff recommends appointing Deven Howard to the Park and Recreation Commission to complete the term ending December 31, 2012. There are currently two vacancies on the Arts Commission. Staff has received applications from Steven Lang and Charles Brotherton. Mayor Williams recommends appointing both to the Arts Commission with terms expiring December 31, 2011. Bruce Dingier made a motion to appoint Deven Howard to the Park and Recreation Commission with a term expiring December 31, 2012. Matt Stephenson seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingier, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Hank Williams, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Matt Stephenson made a motion to appoint Steven Lang and Charles Brotherton to the Arts Commission with terms expiring December 31, 2011. Kelly Geiger seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingier, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Hank Williams, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. B. Arts Commission Proposal for Student Art Scholarship Parks and Public Works Director Matt Samitore stated that the Central Point Arts Commission would like approval to provide three scholarships in the amount of $250 each to local students planning on attending college in the field of the arts. One scholarship would be awarded for visual arts; musical arts; and performing arts. These scholarships would be awarded yearly by the Arts Commission and Central Point Council. Crater High School teachers would nominate the students based on their involvement with the arts, and plan to attend college in the field of arts. Applications will be reviewed by the Arts Commission and brought before the Council for final approval. Kelly Geiger made a motion to approve three scholarships to be awarded for students at Crater High. Carol Fischer seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingier, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Hank Williams, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. C. Arts Commission Proposal for Logo Design Contest Mr. Samitore stated that the Central Point Arts Commission would like approval to provide local students the opportunity to design the logo for the Arts Commission. The contest will be open to students in the Central Point School City of Central Point City Council Minutes Apri128, 2011 Page 4 IX. X. District. The purpose of the logo is to provide a recognizable symbol that will bring attention to the work of the Arts Commission and generate interest throughout the community. He explained the rules for the contest and the submission date. The Arts Commission will review the submissions and bring a recommendation to the Council for approval. Matt Stephenson made a motion to approve the Logo contest for the Arts Commission as recommended. Carol Fischer seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingier, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Hank Williams, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Williams reported that the City Attorney received a letter from the Medford City Attorney stating that unless Central Point signs the water agreement that was attached the MWC would shut off the city of Central Point water within six months. Mayor Williams would like to know how the Council would like to respond. The agreement the letter refers to does not take into consideration the Water Model study that both cities worked on together. The Cities Coalition meets on Monday for discussion about the disconnect notice. At this point we do not know if the other cities received the same letter. The next MWC meeting is on Wednesday, May 4cn The Council would like the city to continue in the discussions regarding rates and water rights. They are ready to go public, but the general public will not understand all that the agreement entails. The public statement needs be clear that the surrounding cities are subsidizing the water for Medford residents. Mr. Messina stated that the City will inform the MWC how disappointed Central Point is with the threat to shut off the water to over 17,000 citizens in Central Point alone, not including citizens in surrounding communities. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Phil Messina stated that: • He appreciated all the work done by Bev Adams and Debbie Dunlap who made the Budget meetings go smooth. • Ron Fox from SOREDI asked if he would like to be the new Central Point representative. Council agreed this would be a good replacement for Mr. Stephenson. • There will be a brief executive session regarding labor negotiations this evening. XI. COUNCIL REPORTS Council Member Allen Broderick reported that he attended the Budget Committee meetings and a Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. 1 1 Cih~ of Central Point City Council Minutes Apri128, 2011 Page 5 Council Member Carol Fischer reported that she attended the Budget meetings, and helped clean up at the Central Point Cemetery. Council Member Matt Stephenson stated that he attended the Lithia Motors ground breaking ceremony in Medford. It was well attended. XII. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Assistant City. Manager Chris Clayton met with Larry Reins on Water Commission issues. He explained the considerations that could impact Central Point Rates in the future. He feels they have had some positive movement regardless of the letter from the Medford City Attorney. Council would like to have clear discussion points prior to releasing a public comment. Mr. Clayton stated that he will provide the Council with facts after the Coalition meeting. Parks and Public Works Director Matt Samitore reported that they will be paving around 3~d and Victoria on Friday. Saturday is the Citywide Yard sale and an auction of the surplus items. Community Development Director Tom Humphrey reported that: • The downtown design project will begin May 17`h with a tour of the downtown area and discussions with local businesses. • He talked with LCDC regarding the RPS process and completion. LCDC recommends the city prepare documents for Urban Growth Boundary expansion in order to be ready when the process is approved by the County Board of Commissioners. • He attended the MPO Policy meeting and the city was awarded most of the requested grant money for the vehicle conversion project. XIII. SPECIAL PRESENTATION AND SWEARING IN Mayor Williams presented Matthew Stephenson with a plaque and thanked him for his service on the Council for the last four years. He hopes he will continue in local government by running for office in Medford. Mayor Williams swore in new Ward III Council Member Ellie George. Mrs. George took her spot at the Council table. XIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION Ellie George made a motion to adorn to executive session at 8:15 p.m. Bruce Dingier seconded. All said "aye" and the meeting was adjourned to Executive Session under ORS 192.660(2)(d) Labor Negotiations. Council returned to regular session at 9:00 p.m. No action was taken. City of Central Point City Council Minutes Apri128, 2011 Page 6 XIV. ADJOURNMENT Ellie George moved to adjourn, Carol Fischer seconded, all said "aye" and the Council Meeting was adjourned at 9:02 p.m. The foregoing minutes of the April 28, 2011, Council meeting were approved by the City Council at its meeting of May 26, 2011. Dated: S-~~/y ATTEST: City Recorder Mayor Hank Williams 1 1 1