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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM012373 City Hall Council Chambers 250 East Pine Street Central Point, Oregon January 23, 1973 The common council met in regular-joint session at 7:30 P.M. with the Central Point Planning Commission, Mayor Jim McBee presiding. The attend- ing Councilmembers were Hadley, Hamer, Malot, Mills and Tally, absent was Member Snook. Other City personnel present were Recorder Zander, City Engineer Westwood, Treasurer Tate, Police Chief Sanders, Fire Chief Higinbotham, Public Works Director Capps, Bldg. Inspector Chastain. Also present were the following members of the Planning Commission: Chairman Bowers, Members Damon, Banks, Bradshaw, Hull, Mayes, McManama, and Zieser. There were several interested citizens in attendance in the audience. Mayor McBee referred to the agenda item of Liquor License application approval request. Applicant is known as Robert Householder, the new owner of "Economy Market". License being for package beer and wine retail sales. Discussion held. Councilman D. Hadley stated he was well-acquainted with this person and was of good character. The Mayor called for anyone from the floor opposing to the granting of Council approval for the liquor license request. By no voice against the request- motion was made by Had- ley, seconded by Tally to approve the application as requested. With an all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee called upon City Engineer Westwood regarding the subdivision approval of Sierra Vista #1. Mr. Westwood referred to four items for correction as: payment due for sanitary sewer connection on off-site, awaiting the amount to be established by the Council, minor grading of right-of-ways and easements (weather conditions not allowing this at the present time), one fire hydrant to be raised to another level; this will be corrected as parts arrive. In conclusion, Mr. Westwood advised that his recommendation was to accept the Subdivision at this time. Discussion held. Motion was made by Hamer, seconded by Hadley to accept the Sierra Vista Subdivision Unit #1 as recommended by the City Engineer. With all in favor, motion carried. Mr. Westwood next presented the subdivision development plans for Sierra Vista Unit #2, Developer Frank Bruce. Mr. Westwood stated he had carefully examined the plans along with the City Administrator and department heads and sees no reason for not accepting the proposal of the plans and speci- fications of this portion of the Subdivision. By no questions, motion was made by Tally, seconded by Hamer to accept the subdivision plans of Sierra Vista #2 as presented and recommended by theCity Engineer. With all in favor, motion carried. Mr. Frank Bruce was recognized by the chair, and stated he was wanting the Council's opinion regarding a tree planting, type of trees and location of placement in both Sierra Vista # 1 and #2 Subdivision. Discussion held. Mayor McBee referred the issue to the Street Committee for their early report and recommendations. Mr. Bruce agreed to the Mayor's suggestion. Next, Mayor McBee presented a bill for payment approval from the State Accident Insurance Fund. At this point Recorder Zander was asked for an explanation of the billing. Zander advised that this was the accident insurance policy the City carried for all employees and comes before the Council every quarterly period. By no further discussion, motion was made by Mills, seconded by Hadley to pay the amount as shown on the presented bill for $ 1,206.61. With an all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee referred to the area of East Pine Street and Jewett School vicinity as a serious situation covering surface drainage. He presented a map and photos of the area and advised that some study should be con- ducted as to when we would consider a project correcting this drainage problem. He stated that winter and wet conditions would delay any work; siP.1 however, additional legal work and study is needed prior to correcting. Mayor McBee further stated that easements, right-of-ways, etc. would be w needed and that the Public Works Department would do the actual construct- ion. Discussion held. By no further questions, motion made by Tally, seconded by Hadley that the City proceed with intent for the storm sewer improvement as presented. With an all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee called upon Engineer Westwood regarding his report on the Conifer 313 Apartment project. Mr. Westwood advised that his study and corrections are noted in the plans as: additional manhole is needed as well as a clean-out. Plans call for plastic pipe; however, the City has not to date accepted the lower grade of pipe. Be mentioned that for the few noted exceptions and corrections, the plans could be workable if the changes are met. Mayor McBee stated that these plans would be presented to the Planning Commission for their study on January 30th Meeting. (Refer to the Engineer's report, also the Impact Study.) Next, Mayor McBee briefed the Council on later developments of Northwest Printed Circuits issue. The Mayor advised that the firm plans on increasing their water supply to a 1' meter and new water line. Also placing a 6,000 gallon trailer-type reservoir for volume and re-cycling the contaminated water back into their operations. Mayor McBee stressed that we, the City, did not request this project at any time and this being strictly on their own as a correctional measure. It was mentioned that by having this tank it would act as an air-gap to the domestic water line thereby eliminating the possibility of chemicals entering the City water system. City Engineer's report indicated that one correction is requested on the specs; this being a hand-rail on the trailer. It was mentioned that the Fire Chief and other City officials have noted a near 100% improvement at the plant since the reported numerous complaints of below-standard conditions. Mr. Westwood stated that the camera viewing of the sewer trunk line is not available at this time due to obstructions such as gravel in the line. He stated that another attempt will be made to photo view the line as soon as possible. Mayor McBee presented specifications from the Chief of Police for the purchase of a new police vehicle. The mayor explained _ that this was a budgeted item and we should consider the call for bids. Discussion held. Discussion held. Motion made by Tally, seconded by Mills that we adver- tise for sealed bids as per specs. submitted, for the purchase of a new police cruiser. With an all in favor, motion carried. The Mayor called upon Mr. Tom Malot to give his report from the meeting of the Sewer Rate Committee (refer to the report of Mr. Malot' s.) Mayor McBee instructed the Sewer Committee to meet with Mr. Malot to assist him in some of the questions raised; for the next meeting with the Regional Rate Committee Board. The Mayor next read the request for "Street Vacation" as petitioned by Mr. Howard Cunningham, dba Central Point Plywood. The Mayor illustrated the area as being a right-of-way of old North Front Street fronting the plywood business, an$s now in a state of being abandoned. Mayor McBee advised that before any further thoughts be applied, that the Street Committee extend their study into the issue and return to the Council with a recomendation, within a reasonable time. /The recording device tape was changed to the reverse side for further recording of this meeting./ Mayor McBee announced that a scheduled meeting would be held in Eugene sponsored by the Oregon Park Recreation Society for February 11, 12 and 13. Topic will be Oregon Parks & Recreation. This could very well encompass our area and we should plan on having someone from this City present. Dis- cussion. Motion was made by Tally, seconded by Hadley to allow for funding for meeting participation. With an all in favor, motion carried. The Mayor advised all that he received three proposed Senate Bills that are before the Oregon Legislature at this time having to deal with Land Use, Taxation, and Annexations. Be stressed the importance of these issues and wants everyone to acquaint themselves with them. Additional copies will be made available for Council use. He also directed Mrs. Bradshaw and Mr. Bowers for giving these issues of Land Use their priority for study and report. Mayor McBee advised that he has received several touches from local entities for donations from the monies of Local Revenue Sharing. "My stand on this issue is that the money we received is for the City of Central Point". The Mayor next reported that the Fire Committee had met with members of the Fire Department regarding Central Dispatching and referred to Chief Higinbotham for his report. Chief Higinbotham spoke on the proposed issue and stated that the program would only be a step towards upgrading fire protection to the citizens of Central Point for a very small additional cost. He also stated that by joining the service it would protect our present insurance rating that we now have and could very well lose if we did not advance our fire dispatching service. Discussion held. . Mayor McBee advised that the Fire Committee recommends that the Central Point Fire Department join with Central Dispatching after their long and extensive study. Mr. Hutton's report of study was read and dis- cussed. The Mayor advised that before we proceed any further with the 7611 issue, we will be checking with City Attorney John DuBay for his advise and review of the Agreement. With no discussion, motion was made by Tally, seconded by Mills that the City proceed with the intent of Central Dis- patching Service and with the approval of our City Attorney. With an all in favor, motion carried. At this time Mayor McBee stated he had met with The Greeter's Club in Medford during the past week and was very impressed with the turnout of their local business people. He, at that time, extended their invitation to meet in Central Point February 1st at 8:30 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. in the Council Chambers. The Mayor also hoped that our local merchants and resi- dents would make a good showing for our "Koffee Klatch". Mayor McBee reported that his attendance at the Rogue Valley Council of Governments on January 22nd and the election of officers of that body; your mayor was fl fortunate or unfortunate to be elected as Secretary of this Council. The Mayor stated that he will do his best while representing Central Point. He again assured the people of Central Point that "my first and top priority is being your Mayor". The Mayor announced that the League of Oregon Cities are scheduling a workshop meeting at the Holiday Inn Wednesday, January 24th at 6:30 P.M. and having many important issues on their agenda of City interest. The Mayor informed Council that anyone interested in attending should contact Mrs. Tate for reservations. The next order of business to come before this meeting was a reading of a request by Al. Higinbotham, Fire Chief recommending that Captain George Flanagan be promoted to Assistant Chief. The question of salary adjustment was discussed, if the promotion was made. Discussion held. It was agreed to promote George Flanagan to the post of Assistant Chief with a salary study to be conducted. Motion was made by Hadley, seconded by Tally to promote George Flanagan to position of Assitant Fire Chief with a six- month probationary period to follow, as requested, and to become effective February 1, 1973. With an all in favor, motion carried. The Fire Chief, at this time, advised that certain repairs and corrections of building deficiencies within the Fire Hall should be corrected as soon as possible. He stated that the State Fire Marshall's Office instructed the Fire Chief to comply to the noted errors. He detailed the necessary construction as 5/8" sheet rock lining the garage area as well as the furnace room. He advised that three bids have been received to date re- garding construction costs. Chief Higinbotham also stated that this repair was budgeted in the last City budtet and would fall within the amount. Mayor McBee stated that the City should consider the low bid and possibly consult with the City Attorney before proceeding with the operation. Dis- cussion held. Motion was made by Mills, seconded by Hadley to go ahead with the repairs as requested, also to consult with Mr. DuBay for contract and agreement detail. With an all infavor, motion carried. Mayor McBee called for any further business from the floor and from the Council. With none being reported he then advised that he has spent considerable time at City Hall and finds everyone very busy and that City Treasurer Tate is doing a fine job. He also reported that he has had contact with Mr. Hutton and that Bob is doing fine and very anxious to come back to work. ZIT With no further business to be brought before the Mayor and Council, a motion was made by Hamer, seconded by Mills to adjourn to the next regular meeting or to the call of the Mayor. With an all in favor, meeting was adjourned at 9:47 P.M. Tape reading of metering gauge being as Side 1 780 - Side 2 378. The Mayor called for a recess and that a work-session would follow the break with the Planning Commission at 10:15 P.M. The Council and Planners met and discussed the possible re-appointment of Hunter Dixon back onto: the Planning Commission. Mr. Dixon was asked for his views as serving as a Planning Commissionmember and if he could attend the meetings as required. He advised that he could for the exceptions of any Wednesday night meetings. Following a long discussion it was the opinion of both the Council and Planning Commission to re-appoint Mr. Dixon back onto the Planning Commission, and have Mr. George Johns serve as a Planning Commission Advisor. In general discussion the zone change request of certain property located between Haskell and Amy Street and Oak Street as a possible M-2 zone was next. Discussion raised that eventually only limited and light industry would be in the coming future as to the Comprehensive Planning Study and phase-out of milling and heavy manufacturing. Items of certain interest was described on the Northwest Printed Circuits Company. Again all references were directed to the public hearing as scheduled. The Mayor and also the Chairman of Planning Commission both agreed that drastic changes and corrections have been made resulting from City concern. Councilmember Hadley informed the body that some senior citizens are worried that the City would not support their program and perhaps would have to close the doors. The Mayor and Council all assured him that the Senior Citizens Center will be maintained. However, the Mayor is awaiting a report from the organization as to the interest and activity shown to the Center. Mrs. Tate stated that another payment of $500.00 to the Center is scheduled at the end of January, 1973. With no further discussion the Mayor thanked all the Planning Commission- members for their time at this meeting. Meeting concluded at 11:05 P.M. 111 •P App • 411160ror Attest:L`4 .,� 440: / City Recorder Approved by me this /2 day of 4.4 , 1973. g)fa LI App r -