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Home My WebLink AboutCM0031373 11 Z Central Point City Hall 250 East Pine Street March 13, 1973 The common council met in regular session at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Jim McBee presiding. Roll call found the following councilmembers present: Hamer, Malot, Mills and Snook. Absent were Hadley and Tally. Also present were City Treasurer Tate, Attorney DuBay, Recorder Zander, Fire Chief Higinbotham, Police Chief Sanders and numerous interested citizens. Mayor McBee called for any questions or corrections to the meeting minutes of February 13, February 27 and the Special Meeting of March 5, 1973. By no questions, motion was made by Hamer, seconded by Snook to approve the minutes as read. With an all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee read the request of annexation (Petition) of several parcels of property on Dobrot Way presented by Mr. George Johns, acting as agent for the petitioners. Discussion held. It was the Council 's intent for Attorney DuBay to proceed with the required legal procedures and present the Ordinance for annexation at the next meeting for Council's consideration. The Mayor next introduced Mr. Doyle Stockton, Chief of State Forestry Fire District who presented Phase 2 of the County-wide Fire Protection Plan. Mr. Stockton advised that he was visiting the local governments through a study of the Rogue Valley Council of Governments and the Rogue Valley Fire Chiefs Assn. Chief Stockton displayed a county map showing rural homes [NJ and improvements without any fire protection. A study being made by the Committee would be made available at a March 27th scheduled meeting to be held at the Jackson County Courthouse. Mayor McBee stated that the issue is a very important one and could only appreciate the effort that this Committee has put forth towards such a much needed service for unprotected area residents, however "I cannot make any statements whether the City of Central Point would ever engage in such a program". It does not appear that the City of Central Point would benefit anything from an area-wide fire department. The Mayor advised that the City of Central Point would have a representative at the Court house meeting. Mayor McBee thanked Mr. Stockton and both the Fire Chiefs from the Medford and Talent City Departments for their coming to the Council meeting. Mayor McBee informed all that the City Planning Commission had met in a study session and discussed several important issues. Those issues were: 1. Time Oil Co. (underground storage tanks) 2. Doyle Fox (4-Plex on Manzanita Street) 3. Motorcycle shop on East Pine Street 4. Van Wey's Market (Oak Street) 5. Valley Estates Subdivision on Bursell Road, and 6. Ordinance on Mobile Home Parks. The Mayor emphasized the amount of time the Commission has put into these important issues and that the Council and Mayor appreciates their efforts. Mr. Robert Russell was recognized by the Chair and spoke of an additional strip of land (approximately 10' wide) that he is interested to have annexed Horn Creek). The parcel of land being contiguous to the original Moore Park Annexation and would appreciate the Council's consideration. Mr. Russell presented the legal description and area map of the property and mentioned the importance for the annexation. Discussion held. It was the opinion of the Mayor and Council that Attorney DuBay proceed with the intent to annex by required ordinance and schedule a public hearing. Mayor McBee called for the proposed Resolution and for the Council's con- sideration for passage. Attorney DuBay referred to the Resolution and reading in part: "A Resolution Declaring the Intent of the City Council to Amend Ordinance No. 893 and Setting a Public Hearing". Discussion held. It was agreed to have the public hearing on the Amendment of the Ordinance on April 10, 1973 at 7:30 P.M. By no further questions, a motion was made by Hamer, seconded by Mills to adopt the Resolution as presented. Roll Call vote. All in favor, motion carried. Resolution #172 Declared Duly Adopted. The Mayor next referred to a complaint received regarding a parking problem submitted by Mr. Householder, owner of the Pine Pantry Market on East Pine Street. He is being blocked out by patrons of the Central Point Grange Hall and the American Legion Hall activities. Mr. Householder requests some type of restricted time parking of two spaces (possibly 15 minutes) in front of bis business. Discussion held. It was the opinion of the Council that some protection should be considered for a person's business establishment and by majority, two spaces should-be ..r6served for 15 minutes /111 parking. Councilman Hamer did not agree; other merchants may want the same consideration. Motion was made by Snook, seconded by Malot to post and sign two appropriate spaces for 15-minute parking during the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 10 P.M. in favor of public parking for shopping at the Pine Pantry Market. Roll call vote: the "Ayes" being Malot, Mills and Snook. Hamer voted "no". By majority in favor, motion was carried. The Mayor instructed that the Public Works Department secure the proper signs as to the time limit parking on Pine Street between 4th and 5th Street on the East Bound traffic parking spaces. Mr. Ray Childers, 310 West Pine Street of Central Point, was recognized by the Chair and spoke of a believed building violation. Mr. Childers stated that he purchased his home a short time ago and has enjoyed it until nearby construction of a residence has invaded his back yard privacy. He further advised that the house under construction is the pastor's residence of the Independent Baptist Church in the adjacent property and is situated over a daylight basement. He stated that the elevated condition overlooks his back yard; also into his living and dining areas. Mr. Childers was wanting to know if he was allowed a 11' fence to block off the outside view or perhaps some alterations could be made of the windows of the new residence. Discussion held. It was the opinion of the Council that the problem be referred to the Planning Commission for their study and perhaps contact the church people concerning the situation. The Mayor also instructed other Department heads to check out other areas of possible errors or questions concerning the building and/or restrictions. The Mayor advised that this issue would be discussed at the next Planning Commission meeting on March 20th and requested Mr. Childers to attend. P The Mayor referred to the agenda item of "proposed new City Hall business hours". Mayor McBee called upon Mrs. Tate and Mr. Zander to brief the Council as to any benefits to the citizens of Central Point regarding the change of business hours. Both Tate and Zander explained that by opening the door at 10:00 A.M. to the public, would allow the City Staff one extra hour of time to prepare for the rush of business. The Treasurer and Recorder both stated that the workload has increased considerably over the past year and at present everyone is falling behind in their duties. It was stressed that the additional one hour would be beneficial both to the people and staff of the City by efficiency. Discussion held. Council- member Malot asked if it were possible to provide a "letter drop" for persons wanting to pay their water and sewer charges during closed office hours. It was agreed that if the Council should consider the new business hours that a letter slot should be provided. Discussion held. Motion was made by Snook, seconded by Malot to change the business hours of the City Hall from 9:00 A.M.to 10:00 A.M. through 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday to be effective April 15, 1973; also to install a letter drop into the front door area for the convenience of the public to pay water and sewer bills. With all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee reminded everyone of the Capital Improvement Committee meeting scheduled for March 16th at 7:30 P.M. , and also the City Council Study Session for March 26th. The Mayor advised that he had the opportunity in meeting with Mr. Al Brown, State Highway Department regarding State-owned property on North Front Street between Pine and Manzanita Street parallel to Southern Pacific Rail- way tracks and being offered to the City for purchase at $1,750.00. The Mayor mapped the area and illustrated the potential value of the property not as a park site, but as a future continuation of Taylor Road and Man- zanita Street crossing. He further commented that the State should con- sider the necessity for street or road improvement and not for a commercial or development value. It was suggested that our City Engineer should do some study and planning as to the thoughts brought forth. Discussion held. The issue was referred for additional study by the City Engineer and the Street Committee. Councilmember Malot referred to Central Point Auto Wreckers regarding im- provements and cleanup as requested by the Council before approving the renewal of business license as requested. Chief Sanders advised that very little to change of appearance is noted; however, some timbers have been moved. Discussion held. The Council directed the Recorder to return the application to the sender along with a letter explaining the reason for denial. Mayor McBee stated that he would call the Department of Motor Vehicles concerning this important situation. Mayor McBee informed Council that Mr. Mayes is setting up a more efficient microphone sytem and that the equipment will function much better for the Council Chambers. The Council studied the bills to be paid and by no questions, a motion was made by Malot, seconded by Snook to pay the bills as approved. With an all in favor, motion was carried. iml Mayor McBee called for any further business from the floor or from members of the Council. With none being reported, a motion was made by Hamer, seconded by Snook to adjourn to the next regular meeting or to the call of the Mayor. With all in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:54 P.M. Warrant No. Amount 7494 Payroll Account $ 16,728.00 7495 Jim McBee 20.00 7496 Howard Tally 20.00 la 7497 Sandra Malot 20.00 w7498 Jack Snook 20.00 CZ 7499 Orville Hamer 20.00 7500 James Mills 20.00 7501 Daniel Hadley 20.00 7502 John DuBay 265.00 7503 U. S. Postoffice 95.00 7504 Toney McPherson 5.80 7505 Robert Banks 100.00 7506 Construction Fund 48.73 7507 Void /4/ 7508 Payroll Account 70.00 7509 Payroll Account 2,206.79 7510 Volunteer Firemen 275.00 7511 Rogue Valley Council on Aging 500.00 7512 Joe R. Chastain 142.25 7513 American Linen Supply 60.20 7514 The Artisan Press 143.05 7515 Atlantic Richfield Company 79.42 7516 Badger Meter, Inc. 2,043.80 7517 Bates Wholesale Dist. 5.65 7518 Bauman Fire Equipment Sales 25.50 7519 Bear Creek Valley Sanitary Authority 43.51 7520 Brown's Hardware 27.14 7521 Budge-McHugh Supply Co. 229.96 7522 California Pacific Utilities Co. 110.02 7523 Cal Roof Wholesale 6.45 7524 Central Equipment Co. 3.16 7525 Crater Lake Motors, Inc. 5.24 7526 John DuBay 40.80 7527 Geenaughty Machinery Co. 14.95 7528 Grange Coop Assn. 23.19 7529 Hackett Equipment Co. 86.16 7530 Halo Enterprises 29.76 7531 Hydrotex 129.70 7532 Hydraulic Service & Supply Inc. 12.43 141 7533 Sam Jennings Co. , Inc. 117.63 7534 Donald Squire 3.00 7535 Genevieve E. Mumford 3.00 Warrant No. Amount 7536 Franklin P. Mitchell $ 3.00 7537 George H. Davis 3.00 7538 Carl D. Campfield 3.00 7539 Faye D. Cavin 3.00 7540 Ruth S. Johnson 3.00 7541 Lynn D. Redhead 3.00 7542 Marilyn Duman 3.00 7543 Central Point Pharmacy 1.26 7544 Fire Equipment Co. 42.30 7545 Lithia Dodge 192.08 7546 Liquid Air Inc. 13.90 7547 McGoffins Wheel Alignment 4.50 7548 McLaren Oil Co. 92.63 7549 City of Medford Water Commission 3,932.31 7550 Marquess & Marquess 1,019.96 7551 Max-Sig Communications 8.48 7552 Medford Printing Company 86.17 7553 Mel's Garage 57.79 7554 M. Dale Newton 15.00 7555 Northwestern Industrial Lamp Co. 76.41 7556 Orchard Auto Parts 32.93 7557 Pacific Northwest Bell Tele. Co. 394.58 7558 Pacific Power & Light Co. 1,313.59 7559 Paulsen & Gates Appliance 33.00 7560 Pitney-Bowes 78.00 7561 Prentice-Hall, Inc. 31.95 7562 Randy's Appliance Service 1.25 7563 Rogue Basin Utilities Coordination Council 25.00 7564 Jess Rodgers, Jr. 6.00 7565 S & M Auto Parts, Inc. 26.10 7566 S-W Floor Cover Shop 17.64 7567 Southern Oregon Stationery 46.73 7568 So. Oregon Chapter, Conf. of Bldg. Officials 5.00 7569 Technical Writing/Communications Serv. 32.45 7570 Texaco, Inc. 13.69 7571 Tru-Mix Construction Co. 302.38 7572 U. S. Post Office 80.00 7573 White City Steel & Supply 4.00 7574 James C. Wilson, Jr. 100.00 7575 Waterworks Supplies Co. 159.71 7576 Wolf and Equipment, Inc. 4.50 7577 Xerox Corp. 174.87 7578 Harris Uniforms 20.85 7579 State of Oregon Inc. Div. , Dept. of Revenue 88.00 7580 Burroughs Corp. 163.93 7581 Void 7582 Atlantic Richfield Co. 6.82 7583 Void Warrant No. Amount 7584 Winniford Communications 670.00 7585 Barco Supply Inc. 4.50 7586 State of Oregon Dept. of Motor Vehicles 35.00 7587 Standard Oil of California 119.88 7588 J. W. Copeland Yards 12.60 7589 Central Point Florist 7.50 7590 City of Medford 2,533.75 .00i ‘144414±E;i0;1"' Attest: Ci y Recorder v • Approved by me this /0 day of 4111iAA04i , 1973. Appr 2