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Home My WebLink AboutCM071174 14:Zti City Hall Council Chambers 250 East Pine Street. July 11, 1974 The common council met in regular session with Mayor Jim McBee presiding at 7:30 P.M. Roll call found the following Councilmembers present: Hamer, Hudson, Snook, and Tally. Absent being Mills and one vacancy "At Large." Also present were City Administrator Ron Young, City Attorney John DuBay, Recorder Zander, Planning Commission Chairman C.V. Bowers, Fire Chief Al Higinbotham, and Police Chief Sanders. Minutes of previous meetings were read and discussed. By no questions raised, motion was made by Hudson, seconded by Hamer to approve the minutes of June 13th and June 27th, 1974 Council meetings. With all in favor, motion was carried. Mayor McBee referred to Ordinance #1153 regarding gross maximum truck weight on City streets, and reported of the study meetings held jointly with the truck owners, truckers, and members of Council. By no questions raised, Attorney DuBay read the proposed ordinance, and reading in part: "An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 1153 Providing For Certain Travel Over City Streets By Residents With Trucks In Excess of 15,000 Pounds." By no questions from Councilmembers, motion was made by Tally, seconded by Hudson to adopt Ordinance #1169 as read. Roll call vote, all in favor, motion carried. Ordinance #1169 Declared Duly Adopted. (Trucks using City streets in excess of 15,000 gross weight) In addition to the amended ordinance passed, motion was made by Hamer, secoRded by Snook that this ordinance become effective August 1, 1974. With all in favor, motion carried. The Mayor next presented a proposed ordinance and recommended its passage. This ordinance (if passed) would establish a Parks Commission for the City of Central Point and would qualify for any Federal assistance in development of parks. The Mayor explained its needs and discussion followed. The following names of local citizens were presented to serve(: on the Commission: Paul Emery, Bill Russell, Greg Dippel, Orville Hamer, Mrs. Corrine Harris, Mr. Bruce Bateman, and Mr. Warren Holbrook. The ordinance was presented, and reading as follows: "An Ordinance Establishing A Parks Commission." By no questions to the proposed ordinance, motion was made by Snook, seconded by Tally to adopt Ordinance #1170 as read. Roll call vote, all in favor, motion carried. Ordinance #1170 Declared Duly Adopted. (7 Member Parks Commission for City) ..i.: Mayor McBee also called for the appointment of Park Commissioners as submitted. Discussion held. Motion was made by Tally, seconded by Snook to appoint the seven persons named as Park Commissioners. With all in favor,naticin-carried. Report on the City Hall air conditioner was requested by the Mayor. City Administrator Young advised Mayor and Council that certain problems have arisen on the previous bid that the City accepted (Medford Refri- geration) and as of now Paulsen and Gates would be the selection of both the best product and earliest available unit for installation; the next low bidder (same quote as Yowls Heating) of other bids submitted. Discussion held. Motion made by Snook, seconded by Hudson to accept the bid of Paulsen and Gates Appliance in the amount of $2,250.00 for air conditioning. With all in favor, motion carried. L O Attorney DuBay presented a proposed Resolution, and reading in part: Glo "Representation as to the Existence of Liens against Tax Lot 4400; aka 700 North Third Street; Errors & Ommissions Insurance Liability Coverage." Discussion held. It was declared that Mr. Todd Rowe would be the responsible person to pay the unpaid assessment of lien. Motion was made by Hudson, seconded by Snook to adopt Resolution #185 as read. Roll call vote, all in favor, motion carried. (Lien Payment Existence Against Tax Lot 4400; 700 North Third Street) Open discussion held relating to the proposed Mobile Home Park Ordinance. It was the recommendation that additional study be conducted of the proposed legislation due to the complexity of its contents. It was reported that Mr. Young has secured additional information and material as possible aid in finalizing the issue. Motion was made by Tally, seconded by Hudson to hold a study session on the Mobile Home Park issue on July 18th at 7:30 P.M. in the City Hall Building. With all in favor, motion was carried. New Business Under New Business, Mayor McBee referred to the vacancy of one council- member serving in the "At Large" slotting. Mayor McBee advised that several candidates have indicated interest and would serve if appointed. The Mayor referred to past experience of two candidates; Mr. Ivan Burton, and Mr. Cal Bowers. It was moved that Mr. Burton and Mr. Bowers be nominated as the candidates to be voted upon for Councilmember serving At Large. Motion was made that nominations be closed. At this time, the Mayor called for secret ballot voting. The absentee ballot of Council- member Mills was presented to the Mayor. The reading of the ballots indicated that Mr. Bowers received 3 votes, Mr. Burton 2 votes. By majority vote, Mr. C.V. Bowers was the favorite. At this time, Mr. Bowers advised of his resignation as Chairman of the Planning Commission be accepted by the Mayor and Council. Oath of office was administered by the Mayor and Council Bowers was seated at Council table with good wishes. 40 (1 Mayor McBee advised of two vacancies on the Planning Commission and if the Council was prepared to make the appointments. Candidate Len Lukens and Paul Finery were discussed. It was determined that Mr. Lukens had out-of-town commitments ori Tuesdays and inasmuch the regular Planning Commission meeting nights were Tuesdays, Mr. Lukens name was withdrawn. Mrs. Alice Kottke was brought forth as a possible candidate alternate. Motion was made by Snook, seconded by Hudson that the nominations be closed. By ballot vote, Mr. Paul Finery was elected unan- imously. Cath of office was administered by the Mayor to Mr. Emery as a member of the City Planning Commission.to fill vacancy of "At Large" vacated recently by Mrs. Sandra Malot. Next business matter from the Agenda was the presented option to the City of purchase of State Highway property on North Front- Street at the Manzanita Street crossing for a fee of $1,750.00 for City purposes. The Mayor also spoke of this property as a site to be used for a mini- park rest stop area as previously discussed by this body at that location. Motion was made by Snook, seconded by Bowers that the City purchase the property as offered by the State Highway Dept. Roll call vote, all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee spoke of having met a senior citizen, a very agile 92 year old Mr. D.F. Perkins. It was Mr. Perkins that carried a petition for dog control for the City that has become our present Dog Control Ordinance. Many thanks to this fine citizen of Central Point. It was the entire opinion of the Council after discussion to post and sign the City Park grounds..."No Dogs Allowed." Mr. Young was instructed to secure the signs for proper posting. The Mayor also reported that the 4th of July public attendance at the City Park exceeded all previous estimates as many very successful events occurred throughout the day was enjoyed by all. (estimated 8,500) The Mayor gave a report on NYC employees (Neighborhood Youth Corps) with the City. He advised that the youths are of no cost to the City and have been most beneficial to us. Presently, there are two boys and one girl with the City. Chief Sanders reports of no problems over the 4th of July activities. The resignation of Patrolman Walter McPherson was noted. The Chief also advised of receiving the new radios as anticipated and are now being enjoyed and operating well. Fire Chief Al Higinbotham reports that approximately 585 persons received a Fire Hall breakfast prior to the 4th of July festivities at the City Park. - Mayor McBee extended the -appreciation for all the fine effort and hard work that the Public Works Department put forth in preparing the Park and having cleaned the streets before and after the events. "Thanks to Vern and his crew." 146 Mr. Young reported that the City Hall labor force, along with the NYC employees have overtaken the cleaning out of the storage room and adding more shelving. He also mentioned that Miss Starla Coats was hired as the new Secretary for the Mayor and Administrator. The interview for a City Engineer is forthcoming in the very near future. City Administrator Ron Young advised that the City and its various departments have accumulated numerous items of surplus and unclaimed properties and recommends a disposal sale. Discussion held. Motion was made by Snook, seconded by Hamer to authorize City personnel to advertise and sell the items of surplus. No questions raised. With all in favor, motion was carried. Mr. Young read correspondence from the Greater Grants Pass Crusade lf.; Church requiring permission for displaying a street banner. In O discussion held, it was determined that if this was granted, the City could expect numerous requests from segments of life and matters that could lead to a problem of "sign and display confusion." Motion was made by Hudson, seconded by Tally tG_denar;,this request. Roll call vote: Bowers-yes, Hamer-yes, Hudson-yes, Snook-no, Tally-yes. By majority vote, the motion to deny was carried. Bills were reviewed and studied. Motion was made by Tally, seconded by Hudson to pay the bills as approved. With all in favor, motion was carried. Mayor McBee advised that Councilmember Bowers would serve on the committees vacated with resignation of Sandra Malot. Those committees are: Street and Recreation and Fire and Police. Mr.. Young was asked to attempt to implement information and secure any material for an updated City Subdivision Ordinance to assist the City Planning Commission in their studies for a Subdivision Ordinance for City of Central Point. City Administrator Ron Young reported that the City is in receipt of $20,815.00 as City Share of Federal Revenue Sharing. The.agreement with City and C.E.O.C. was discussed and that $3,280.00 would be the City's Share of charges for the New Budget Year. Motion was.made by Bowers, seconded by Tally that the Mayor and Recorder execute the agreement. With all in favor, motion was carried. There being no further business to be brought before this Council, motion was made by Hudson, seconded by Hamer to adjourn to the next regular meeting or to the call of the Mayor. Meeting adjourned at 9:25 P.M. Warrant No. Amount 803C Payroll Account $21,273.00ill 803D .Bond and Interest Acct. 850.00 803E Bond and Interest Acct. 945.00 804 Jim McBee 150.00 805 Jim Mills 50.00 806 Sandra Malot 50.00 807 - Jim Hudson 04 Missing 50.00 808 Howard Tally 50.00 809 Jack Snook 50.00 810 Orville Hamer 50.00 811 Joe R. Chastain 75.00 812 Used for Check No. 803A in June 813 .U. S. Post Office 90.00 814 Robert Banks 100.00 815 Void 816 Void 817 Void 81$ Void 819 Barco Supply. 12.95 820 American Linen Supply 40.45 821 Dept. Commerce, Boiler and ,Ves. Sec. 30.00 822 Liquid Air 18.18 823 Layton Supply Co. _ 23.00 824 Medford Mail Tribune 200.17 825 Pac. N.W. Bell Telephone 328.37 826 Pac. Power and Light Co. 1,421.16iiiii 827 Stanard and Brown 3,495.61 828 Texaco Inc. 40.42 829 State of Oregon, Acct, Ser, Sec. Inc. Div. x.00 830 Badger Meter Inc. 205.14 831 Badger Meter Inc. 164.40 832 Badger Meter Inc. 413.56 833 B.C.V.S.A. 39.57 834 Browns Hardware 116.93 835 C.P. Pharnncy 1.99 836 C.P. Pharmacy 2.78 837 Cal Pac Utilities Co. 19.38 838 Cal Bac Utilities Co. 2.71 839 Cascade Electric Motor Service 3.47 840 Central Emergency Oper. Center, Inc. 507.25 841 Void 842 C.P. Florist 8.30 843 Void 844 Dumas Linen Supply 4.20 845 Dumas Laundry 2.80 846 George Groom 4.20 847 Grange Co-op Supply 43.22 848 Oregon Section-ICMA 5.00 849 Internal Rev. Service Center 26.86 850 League of OR. Cities 694.40 Warrant No. Amount 11 851 Liquid Air Inc. $ 11.00 852 Local Government Personnel Institute M00.00 853 Max Sig Inc. 16.25 854 Medford Water Commission 4,222.38 855 Rogue River Paving Co., Inc. 24.70 856 Tru Mix 37.52 857 . Van Weys Market 14.29 858 Void 859 Waterworks Supplies 7.68 860 Western Life Ins. Co. 192.00 861 Westside Lumber Inc. 17.11 vs4 862 Winniford Communications 20.00 UT, 863 Xerox 173.11 a 864 Petty Cash 200.00 = 865 Petty Cash 200.00 p 866 American LaFrance 240.29 867 Void 868 Ore. State Hwy. Div. Reg. 3 1,755.00 869 Payroll Account 843.32 870 State of Oregon Employment Div. 14.05 871 American Linen Supply 51.58 872 Standard Oil of Calif. 137.37 873 SAIF 15.00 874 Paul Watkins 8,720.28 11 875 U. S. Post Office 90.00 876 State of Oregon Dept. Motor Vehicles 45.00 877 City of Medford 3,044.80 878 State of Oregon Dept. of Employment 1,386.75 879 Greyhound Lines 40.45 880 Payroll Account 2' - .50 Appro , 0111F,ZZ/2 yor Attest: 5:11, /„0,141;i%,,Agggl, City Recorder 0 Approved by me this , ( day of �.�t.GI,, -- 1974. AO' Approv�-r- �// / 11' or