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Home My WebLink AboutCM041073 City Hall 250 East Pine Street1161 April 10, 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: Hadley, Hamer, Malot, Mills and Tally. Absent being Snook. Also present were City Attorney DuBay, City Administrator Hutton, City Treasurer Tate, Recorder Zander, Police Chief Sanders, several members of the Planning Commission and numerous interested persons of Central Point. Mayor McBee referred to Council meeting minutes of February 27th, March 13th, and March 27th for discussion. With no questions noted, a motion was made by Hadley, seconded by Tally to approve the Minutes of Feb. 27th, March 13th and March 27th, 1973. With an all in favor, motion was carried. Mayor McBee announced that the public hearing is now open for hearing on a proposed ordinance and reading in part: "An Ordinance Relating to Resolutions of Intent to Rezone and Amending Ordinance No. 893". Discussion held after lack of questions from the floor. Motion made by Mills, seconded by Hamer to adopt the proposed ordinance as read. By roll call vote, all in favor and motion carried. Ordinance #1086 Declared Duly Adopted. The Mayor inquired as to the Consent Decree of time limitation of Northwest Printed Circuits. Mr. DuBay advised that he has prepared the document and had presented it to the firm for their approval. "At present, some changes are requested in the language of the document and will be finalized in the near future". Mayor McBee referred to the agenda of Item 1, 2 and 3 requesting the Atty's opinion: 1. The Horn Creek Subdivison proposal and the question being- Could West Pine Villa residential lots be used for street purposes? Discussion _ held. At this time Mr. Stewart Foster, Atty. representing Mr. N.A. Mead, 10 Donna Way, was recognized by the chair and presented to the Mayor and Council a petition bearing fifty (50) signatures protesting the proposed use of a subdivision lot for street purpose ventilating any additional development. Discussion held. Atty. DuBay advised that the City should not enter into any area by opinion or decision of the problem between Mr. Robert Russell (doing business as) Horn Creek Subdivision and Mr. N.A. Mead (doing business as) West Pine Villa. He further stated that the problem lies between two subdividers and not the City. In addition, he advised that if Mr. Russell intends to proceed with the development he would have to appear before the Planning Commission with his plat for approval. Motion was made by Tally, seconded by Malot to refer any and all plat changes back to the Planning Commission. With an all in favor, motion was carried. 2. Attorney DuBay referred to a request made by Mr. Fred Burgoyne as to -- use or easement of City-owned property (granite pit) for roadway. Mr. DuBay requested that Mr. Burgoyne state his reason and need, also intent, by letter to the City and at that point, the City could act on the request. The Mayor instructed Mr. Hutton to obtain the information by correspondence. Iml 3. Attorney DuBay opened the discussion on the "Germann Off-Site Sewer Connections" subject. Be ach ised that the City Ordinances #723, (10.29 sections 1 and 2) regulates off-site sewer connect charges; also that the City will reimburse the Subdivider an amount estimated to be the proportion- ate share of the cost for each connect And by Ordinance, the Planning Com- mission shall determine the actual amount of the charges. Mr. DuBay referred to the Planning Commission recommendation as per connect at $25.00. Dis- cussion held. Mr. DuBay advised that he sees no way to recover any of the connect charges from the Mazama Village Subdivision- but all other connect- ions made that the additional collection would be made from this point on. The attorney further stated that the approximate $1,875.00 of Mazama sewer connect fees would be a legitimate expendure and advised that the City may pay this amount to Mr. and Mrs. Germann at any time. C Mayor McBee advised that approximately 110 lots as situated would be benefit- ed and are subject for the connect charges. After a further discussion a motion was made by Hamer, seconded by Mills to uphold the Planning Commission decision and recommendations of cost-per-hookup for line use of the Germann Off-Site Sewer line system. Roll call vote. With an all in favor, motion carried. City Administrator Hutton presented a proposed resolution and reading in part: "A Resolution Approving the Filing of an Application for State Highway Funds and Appointing the City Administrator as the Official Representative in All Negotiations." On question raised, it was explained by Mr. Hutton that by State /II Statute any city with a population greater than 5000 is not subject to qualify for receiving state assistance in street construction costs. With no further discussion, motion made by Hamer, seconded by Tally to adopt the proposed Resolu- tion as presented. By roll call vote, all in favor motion was carried. Resolution #173 Declared Duly Adopted. (Application State Highway Funds) On other business, Mr. Dean Efferham was recognized by the chair. Mr. Efferham stated that he was representing the Southern Oregon Go-Cart Association and that the Club was interested in having a performance of a race in Central Point during the July 4th City event. Discussion held. It was recommended that the Associa- tion Chairman (Earl Pottruff, 3669 Oak Pine Way, C.P. , 664-3110) meet with the Street Committee on behalf of the request and a possible location for the race. The Mayor recognized Mr. Stewart Foster, Attorney, representing Conifer 313 Development. Mr. Foster made his presentation as a final appeal and request for Council reconsideration to the denial of plat approval decision at the last regular meeting. Mr. Foster stated that he fully believes that the Federal funds have been called back on the proposed development by FHA due to the prolonged legation. However, at this time a proposal in meeting the requirements such as widening of the streets and some modification of the exterior trim; "would the City approve the development?" Mayor McBee advised that the City is not closing the door to any individual or to the Federal Government. However, the decision was based on plans as presented and not thoughts or promises. "If your client intends to develop the area, the City will study the proposal and will work with and for the betterment of Central Point." The Mayor further stated that "If there are suffic- ient changes and modifications made, "I'm sure the Planning Commission would make their study and recommendations"; however, both the Planning Commission and Council must see the proposed development before making any encouraging comments". ti Mr. Hutton advised that we now have two subdivision developments in progress and the City is not holding any surety bonds on any of them. Mayor McBeeiMI instructed the City Attorney to search the avenues to determine what amount of surety the City needs on these projects. Mayor McBee informed the Council of a luncheon meeting with members of the Council, Mr. Hutton, City Engr. Westwood and Malot Construction, along with the Developer Engineer concerning inequities of communications. After the luncheon, the meeting was extended to the Marquess & Marquess Engineering Office. The Mayor stated that a communication breakdown could have been the problem as to the discrepancies of the engineering of the development and certain changes and requirements. After several hours of discussion, it is hoped that the developer can safely continue in his endeavor. Mr. Hutton referred to the 1973-1974 fiscal budget year on Salary Analysis. After a lengthy discussion and review, it was determined that a seven percent (7%) across-the-board salary adjustment for all city employees would be con- sidered. Motion was made by Hadley, seconded by Tally that a 7% salary in- crease be allowed to all city employees for the 1973-74 fiscal year. Mayor McBee called for a roll call vote: Hadley, yes; Hamer- no; Malot- no; Mills- yes; and Tally- yes. By majority in favor the motion was carried. Mayor McBee, at this time, instructed Mr. Hutton to u3e the percentage figure to proceed with the new budget preparation. Committee reports were given by Councilman Hamer relating to Street Beauti- fication (Trees) . 1601 Mr. Westwood, City Engineer, report that his new Street and Sidewalk Speci- fications are before the Council and this could have some impact as to tree location; refer to the "Hamer Report"- as trees may be planted 2' from the sidewalk on the property side, and 25' from any street intersection corner. Mrs. Charleen Thomas advised that the City Library is having Open House on Wednesday, April 11th and is extending an invitation to the City. Mr. Hutton advised that the State and Federal Surplus Store at Salem are offering a 1969 Dodge Pickup truck in new condition to the City for $70.00. Fire Chief Higinbotham advised that his department is in need for the vehicle. Discussion held. Motion was made by Hadley, seconded by Malot that the City proceed with the purchase of the 1969 Dodge pickup truck. With all in favor, motion was carried. The bills were presented by Mr. Hutton; with detailed explanation of several that were questioned and with no further questions motion was made by Hamer, seconded by Hadley to pay the bills as presented. Motion carried. Councilman Tally spoke of Mayor and Council expenses; advising that the present $20.00 per month does not cover his luncheon expense meetings and would enjoy some additional consideration towards meeting the additional overhead. Discussion held. Motion was made by Tally, seconded by Hamer to allow a $35.00 per month expense per Councilman instead of the present $20.00 per month and to recommend the proposal to the Budget Committee for the 1973- 1974 Budget item. With an all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee called for any further business from the floor or Council business; as none being noted- a motion was made by Tally, seconded by Hamer to adjourn to the next regular meeting or to the call of the Mayor. With an all in favor, motion was carried. Meeting was adjourned at 11:03 P.M. r+( 411111111 (g)zte...C.2Approve '` ayor Attest: ILANAA41 City Recorder Approved by me this /0 day of CPri. ( , 1973. 111 ( 4 4111111 Approv t .4/ r. Warrant No. Amount 7591 Void 7592 Payroll Account $ 16,651.61 7593 Jim A. McBee 20.00 7594 Daniel Hadley 20.00 7595 Orville Hamer 20.00 7596 Sandra L. Malot 20.00 7597 James A. Mills 20.00 7598 Howard Tally 20.00 7599 Jack Snook 20.00 7600 Volunteer Firemen 275.00 7601 John DuBay 265.00 7602 Petty Cash 380.57 7603 Daniel B. Hadley (replaces #7594) 20:00 7604 Robert Banks 85.00 7605 American Linen Supply 60.20 7606 American Steel & Supply 66.81 7607 Atlantic Richfield Co. 21.56 7608 Audiovisual Inst. Div. of Continuing Education 6.50 7609 Bateman's Cafe 31.65 7610 Bear Creek Valley Sanitary Auth. 41.19 7611 Beaver Elec. & Plumbing Sup. Co. 9.72 7612 Budge-McHugh Supply Co. 1,044.52 7613 Brown's Hardware 71.93 a et Warrant No. Amount 7614 California Pacific Util. Co. 88.58 7615 Central Equipment Co. 3.18 7616 Central Point Cleaners & Laundry 88.55 7617 Central Pump Co. 9.10 7618 Joe R. Chastain 75.00 7619 A-B Emblem Corp. 72.04 7620 Construction Fund 5,041.46 7621 Davis Publishing Co. , Inc. 1.85 7622 Doyle Electric 23.40 7623 Farmer's Light & Electric 49.98 7624 American LaFrance Fire. Equip. Co. 80.80 7625 Grange Co-Op 66.37 7626 George Groom 252.00 7627 Hubbards Ace Hardware 5.25 , 7628 Sam Jennings Co. , Inc. 1.75 7629 Johnson Auto Parts, Inc. 19.68 7630 Legislative Counsel Committee 32.00 7631 Void 7632 Liquid Air Inc. 18.09 7633 Marquess & Marquess 566.00 7634 McLaren Oil Co. 47.31 7635 Medford Printing Co. 54.26 7636 Medford Water Commission 3,932.31 7637 City of Medford 2,499.38 7638 Mel' s Garage 255.25 7639 Meter Box Equip. Co. 59.85 7640 Munnell & Sherrill 27.60 7641 Natl. Brake & Muffler 71.00 7642 M. Dale Newton 15.45 7643 N.W. Fire & Arson Seminar Com. 84.00 7644 Orchard Auto Parts 13.80 7645 Pacific N.W. Bell Tele. Co. 413.67 7646 Pac. Power & Light 1,428.02 7647 J.C. Penney Co. 5.07 7648 John DuBay 105.00 7649 S & M Auto Parts 38.86 7650 Selby Glass Co. 1.80 7651 So. Oregon Stationery 291.86 7652 Keith Schulz's Garage 12.00 7653 Standard Oil Co. 578.01 7654 Traffic Safety Supply Co. 67.51 7655 Texaco Inc. 6.89 7656 Tru-Mix Const. Co. 227.22 7657 Universal Label Printers 37.05 7658 Verl. G. Walker Co. 7.44 7659 Willer's Model Bakery 3.70 7660 Winniford Communications 170.00 - 7661 Xerox 76.35 II 7662 Xerox 60.00 7663 Dept. of Revenue, State of Oregon 72.00 7664 Frederick M. Jennings 3.00 7665 Sharyn L. Holley 3.00 7666 Florence V. Maier 3.00 Warrant No. Amount 7667 Laural J. Snook 3.00 7668 Lloyd H. McFadden 3.00 7669 Carl D. Campfield 3.00 7670 Thora J. Bellinger 3.00 7671 Gloria K. Armstrong 3.00 7672 Void 7673 Ruth M. Carrara 3.00 7674 Driver Safety, Dept. of Motor Vehicles 10.00 7675 State Accident Ins. Fund 1,203.45 7676 Robert. G. Adams 3.00 omit 7677 U. S. Post Office 90.00 7678 1st. Natl. Bank, C.P. Br. 31,099.60 {� 7679 Payroll Account 2,232.78 ga-r 7680 Petty Cash 70.00 7681 Wm. R. Spencer 100.00 7682 U.S. Post Office 90.00