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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM062673 City Hall 250 East Pine Street June 26, 1973 The common council met in regular session with Mayor Jim McBee presiding. Roll call found the following councilmembers present: Hamer, Malot, Mills, Snook and Tally. Absent was member Hadley. Also present were City Atty. DuBay, City Admin. Hutton, Recorder Zander and Treasurer Tate; as well as City Engr. Westwood and several members of the Planning Commission including Chairman Bowers. Mayor McBee advised that he was deviating from the Agenda and recognized three representatives of Bohem' tomes; Big Pines Lumber Company on behalf of Modular r„♦ Homes; Bill Cooper, John McKeen and Bert Thierolf were introduced by the Mayor. Mr. McKeen spoke of their product. He emphasized that the homes are not a mobil or are they a cheap type of home! City Engr. Westwood spoke of the City Bldg. Code and referred to his compiled report of a study of the modular speci- 2 fications; advising that certain structural items of the homes do not meet the Code, and heating and plumbing areas fall short of the requirements. Discussion held. It was the opinion of the Mayor and Council that the Big Pines Lumber Co. representatives meet with Engr. Westwood and attempt to dissolve the questionable areas as mentioned in the Engineering Report. Mayor McBee assured all that the issue would be heard as soon as Bohemia Co. and our Engr. were ready in their presentation; hopefully for the July 10th Council Meeting. Mayor McBee called for discussion and consideration for intent to annex 6 lots on the east side of Freeman Road as petitioned. Discussion held. Planning Commission Chairman Bowers advised Council that no Planning Commission report was available at this time. Mayor McBee inquired if Mr. Bowers knows of any reason why the Commission should advise against the annexation? Mr. Bowers stated he could only speak for himself, but could see no problem. Discussion held as to the Planning Commission procedure and the Council's obligation rel- ative to annexations. After the lengthy discussion a motion was made by Mills, seconded by Hamer to proceed with the intent to annex by calling for a public hearing of the Freeman Road property as petitioned. Roll call vote indicating the "ayes" being Hamer, Malot, Mills and Snook; "nayes" being Tally. With majority in favor, the motion was carried. Atty. DuBay was instructed to pre- pare the required ordinance for the next meeting for Council action. Mayor McBee referred next to the petition to annex by propertyowners Richards, Ehrhardt and Sargent of properties on Upton Road and Scenic Avenue. Chairman Bowers advised that the Planning Commission has not given any study to date of the issue now before the Council; however, it is scheduled for the Commission's next meeting. The proposal for annexation was tabled to the next regular meet- ing awaiting the Planning Commission report. By request of Mayor McBee, Atty. DuBay gave a report on his court appearance representing the City of Central Point on the Conifer 313 case. Atty. DuBay advised that the writ of mandamus is under advisement and study of certain items (by the Court) in the charge that the City not allowing construction by Coni- fer. He further stated that after a period of perhaps 2 weeks the City could expect to have a court appearance trial date set to hear this case. Atty. DuBay advised all that he met with Mr. Delmer Smith of Crater Rock Museum and proposed a joint meeting with the City Property Management Committee. Atty. DuBay informed Council that he has prepared the Consent Decree with Northwest Printed Circuits and with the Planning Commission approval. He1111 then presented the document to the Council in detail. Atty. DuBay advised Council to acknowledge the endorsement of both the City Administrator and City Attorney. After some discussion, a motion was made by Hamer, seconded by Malot that the City accept and enforce the Consent Decree. With all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee called upon the attention of all citizens and the City govern- ment to the proposed Land Use Plan that has been completed by the City Plann- ing Commission and is now before this Council for approval. Planning Com- mission Chairman Bowers spoke of the Plan and its many meetings and hours that were put into the study. Mr. Bowers recommended that the Mayor and Council accept the document. Discussion held between the Council and Plann- ing Commission. By no questions, motion was made by Mills, seconded by Hamer to accept the Land Use Plan of the City of Central Point as proposed and presented. Roll call vote. All in f alo r. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor McBee spoke- "I want to extend a hearty thanks to the Chairman and all Commissionmembers for their time and effort spent to consumate this very improtant project for the Citizens of Central Point, and with pleasure, I shall endorse the certificate and ask all Councilmen and Commissionmembers to sign the instrument". The passage of the Land Use Plan being a Resolu- tion #173 by motion and vote and Declared Duly Adopted. Mayor McBee at this time advised that the advertised Public Hearing on the new Budget for Central Point for the 1973-1974 Fiscal Year is now open for [MI discussion and all citizens of Central Point will be heard. He further stated that the Budget Committee had met 13 times and on numerous times the meetings lasted into late-night hours. The Mayor further stated that this Budget is recommended for passage, is sufficient to operate the City for the next 12 months and is in balance as presented. At this time a motion was made by Mills, seconded by Tally to limit any person wishing to speak for or against the proposal to ten (10) minutes. With an all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee recognized Mr. K. C. Wernmark of Laurel Street, Central Point in the audience. Mr. Wernmark spoke regarding various City Departments being contracted for their services and could be a considerable savings. He stated that the police service could be contracted to the County Sheriff's Office and also contract the fire service to the Central Point Rural Fire Department. Mayor McBee asked Mr. Werniiark if he had any figures to the costs per year from the two entities. Mr. Wernmark stated he did not at this time. However, he would attempt to secure all the information. Mr. Wernmark also spoke on the Federal monies received as Federal Grants on the Sanitary Sewer Improvements that could be applied against the Bond indebt- edness and reduce the monthly sewer rate charges. By no further questions or comments from the floor, Mayor McBee thanked Mr. Wernmark for his remarks and stated that his comments were appreciated and would be studied. Discussion held by Mr. Hutton to the Council on the proposed budget. Mr. Hutton stated that all accounts are accurate and the entire budget is in balance. By no further questions raised, the Mayor announced that the Public Hearing be closed. Ordinance #1093 was presented to adopt the new budget and reading in part: "An Ordinance Adopting a Budget for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 1973, and Levying Taxes for Said Fiscal Year for General Municipal Purpose. and for Payment of Bonded Debt of the City of Central Point, Oregon". After some discussion, a motion was made by Mills, seconded by Snook to adopt the 1973-1974 City Budget as presented and proposed. By roll call vote, all in favor and motion carried. Ordinance #1093 Declared Duly Adopted. (Budget) Mayor McBee again thanked all participants that were active in preparing this important facet of City of Central Point business. Mayor McBee advised all that letters (inserts to water bills) would be mailed out to all residents of the City regarding weed abatement, dogs at large, etc. with the June billings. He also reminded Council that a Koffee Klatsch is scheduled for 8:30 A.M. June 28th at the Pioneer Restaurant and urged everyone to attend. Mr. Hutton presented the final bills of the year to be paid and recommended Q payment. Some were studied and a motion was made by Mills, seconded by Tally L.1-$ to pay the bills as presented.* With all in favor, motion carried. Councilman Hamer informed the Council of his many complaints received on the condition of the City park; unsightliness and dryness. Mr. Hutton advised that a change in park personnel has been made as of this date and assured all that the park will be ready and green for the 4th of July Festivities. Mayor McBee called upon the Property Management Committee for an early meeting on both old and new important business. Date of the meeting to be announced. With no further business to be brought before the Council, Mayor McBee, on behalf of the City of Central Point thanked Mr. Bob Hutton for the time he spent on the budget and the many presentations he made in attempts to present a well-balanced budget. With no further business to be discussed at this time a motion was made by Snook, seconded by Tally to adjourn to the next regular meeting or to the call of the Mayor. With all in favor, motion was carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:42 P.M. Warrant Nos. *7854 thru 7881 listings appear on page no. 75 for final bills of the year. / de or Attest: ecorder Approved by me this 0 day of n , 1! d P Approve s/moi „„A - /t. 40 , .yor.