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Home My WebLink AboutCM101074 j b Council Minutes City Hall October 10, 1974 IMI 7:30 P.M. The Common Council met in regular session, Mayor Jim McBee presiding, Roll call found the following Councilmembers present: Bowers, Hamer, Hudson, Mills, Snook, and Tally. Also present being City Attorney John DuBay, City Administrator Ron Young, Recorder Zander, City Engineer, (Community Development Engineer), Replogle, Public Works Supt. Vern Capps, Fire Chief A. Higinbotham, Police Sergeant J. Corliss and several interested citizens. Mayor McBee announced that the tape recording equipment was out of order for this meeting and all Councilmembers are to speak loud for the benefit of the audience. Minutes of the regular meeting on September 12, 1974 were read and discussed. By no questions raised, motion was made by Tally, seconded by Hamer to accept the minutes as presented. With all in favor, motion carried. Mr. Robert Barrow, property-owner within the Valley Estates Subdivision, was recognized by the Chair and spoke to the Council regarding permission to occupy his new constructed residence. He acknowledged the conditions of the subdivision agreement between the developer and the City but stressed the hardship of his wife and two children having to live at a sub-standard condition. Mr. Tom Malot was called upon and stated that the subdivision is in a near ready state and should be ready for a final inspection within 10-12 days. Discussion was held regarding certain requirements to be met. Mr. Malot was also instructed to install the Sanitary Sewer line to the point of the B.C.V.S.A. Interceptor Line as per original subdivision agreement. Lengthy discussion followed. Motion was made by Snook, seconded by Tally to table the Barrow request for further study awaiting the completion of work within public Improvements and corrections and if all requirements are met to satisfaction that the Mayor and Mr. Young could allow Mr. Barrow his occupancy. Roll call vote, all in favor, motion carried. Mr. R. Young read a letter from Mr. Reverend Rails, Pastor for Central Point Assembly of God Church, declining the intent to construct a portion of Tenth Street as a previous proposed plan. The letter also stressed the point that the sale of the surplus property would not off-set the construction cost of the proposed street (Refer to the Falls Letter) MayorcBee advised that the street committee make a close study of the issue and prepare a report to the Council. Mr. Young presented the assessment of costs and charges on the South First Street Sanitary Sewer project. Mr. Young advised of one written letter objecting the amount of assessment on sewer construction of South First Street (Refer to letter of Ned Starnes) Mr. Young further stated that only estimates were given to property-owners and no actual figures had even been quoted. Discussion followed. No Council action taken. J ' '4 �j R. The report was given on Freeman Road Sanitary Sewer project assessment by Mr. Young. He indicated that Mr. Ron Hinxman, property-owner, has made a written objection of his assessment as to his notice, stating the charges. (Refer to letter) Mayor McBee spoke of Mr. Hinxman being the person promoting the project and annexing the problemed area to the City. The Mayor called for any person present, wishing to speak on both issues. (South First Street and Freeman Road Sanitary Sewer) By no question raised, the subject was closed. City Administrator Young reported on the proposed final plat presentation of Scenic Village Subdivision. (Refer to Administrator Report) Mr. Young advised that the developer has been informed of the requirements needed in the final plat agreement and by all indication both the developer and the City are looking at an early date for finalizing the LtJ subdivision. It was agreed that the Mayor and Council meet at a Study Session to review the document on October 16, 1974, 6:00 P.M., and after ;-1.' the review any reports from the Planning Commission. CZMayor McBee called upon City Attorney John DuBay for any Resolutions or Ordinances for Council consideration. Mr. DuBay presented proposed Resolution, also recommends passage, and reading in part: "A RESOLUTION ANNEXING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED THEREIN INTO THE CITY OF CENTRAL POINT PURSUANT TO ORS 222.750." Discussion held. No questions raised from the floor regarding this annexation. Motion was made by Bowers, seconded by Hamer to adopt Resolution #118 as read. Roll call vote, Bowers yes, Hamer yes, Hudson yes, Mills yes, Snook no, 'tally yes. By majority in favor, motion was carried. Resolution #118 Declared Duly Adopted. Attorney John DuBay presented proposed Resolution, and reading in part: "A RESOLUTION ANNEXING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED THEREIN INTO THE CITY OF CENTRAL POINT PURSUANT TO ORS 222.750." With no questions raised to the call of the Mayor, motion was made by Bowers, seconded by Tally to adopt Resolution #189 as presented. Roll call vote, all in favor, motion carried. Resolution #189 Declared Duly Adopted. Attorney DuBay presented a proposed Ordinance, and reading in part: "AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE COUNCIL'S INTENT TO ANNEX A PARCEL OF LAND CONTIGUOUS TO THE CITY OF CENTRAL POINT ADJACENT TO PACIFIC HIGHWAY BETWEEN CUPP DRIVE AND BEALL LAND WITHOUT AN ELECTION AND FOR WITHDRAWAL OF SUCH PROPERTY FROM THE CENTRAL POINT PUPAL ETRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AND BEAR CREEK VALLEY SANITARY AUTHORITY AND SETTING A DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING THEREON." Mayor McBee called for any questions from the Council or the floor. /II Mr. Dale Niedermeyer was recognized by the Chair and spoke as a property- owner of six certain lots within the area proposed to be annexed. J b U Mr. Niedermeyer questioned City Sewer and Water services as to being available. Mr. Young advised that water is available and sewer would be available upon some field engineering. (No costs or charges were discussed) The area map was viewed and studied. By no opposing questions raised, motion was made by Hamer to adopt Ordinance No. 1181 and with a M-1 Zone of the area. Roll call vote, all in favor, motion carried. Ordinance #1181 Declared Duly Adopted. City Administrator Young reported on Jackson County Commission offering $6,500.00 for City owned land (City sewer disposal pump station site) approximately 4.8 acres. Discussion held, motion was made by Mills, seconded by Snook to accept the County offer. Question: Councilman Bowers questioned the offer submitted as a possible under appraisal value. ?mayor McBee mentioned that the property in question is a rather undesirable parcel of land and that the offer could be in range of a fair amount. Discussion followed. Motion made by Mills, seconded by Snook to withdraw the first motion (accepting the offer) and to table the issue for further study. With all in favor, motion carried. Mayor McBee announced that Councilmember Howard Tally has resigned from the area Sewer Rate Committee and suggested that Councilman Jack Snook be appointed as the Central Point Representative to the committee, inasmuch, he is City Sewer Committee Chairman. At this time Councilman Snook acknowledged and accepted the appointment. Motion made by Hamer, seconded by Bowers to appoint Councilman Snook to the area Sewer Rate Committee. With all in favor, motion carried. The Administrative Committee report was given and the City Sanitary Service agreement (franchise) was carried over to another study session on October 11th, 10:30 A.M. and the contract to be discussed. Committee Chairman Hamer gave a written report of the Street Committee, with numerous recommendations. (Refer to the Hamer Report) City Engineer, (Community Development Engineer), ►Doc" Replogle was instructed to study the one item within the report, "The five street intersection of Hazel, North Second, North Third, Crater High School portion of Hazel and the Old Upton Road (North Third) portion. Discussion followed. Motion was made by Tally, seconded by Snook to adopt the Street Committee Report as presented. With:.all in favor, motion carried. Chairman of Sewer Committee, Jack Snook, reported that Mr. Kasper, North Tenth Street resident is still having problems with his sewer connection and believes that the offsite line may be broken or plugged. It was suggested that Mr. Young and Mr. Capps contact Mr. Kasper to determine the problem. Correspondence was read requesting "Loading Zone" at the Senior Drop- In Center, Fourth and Pine Street, for use of Senior Citizens' wheelchair cases and other necessities. Discussion held. Motion was made by Snook, seconded by Tally to provide a loading zone on North Fourth Street between 10:00 A.M. and 2:00 F.M. With all in favor, motion carried. Bills presented for payment were studied by the Administrative Committee. By no questions raised, motion was made by Tally, seconded by Mills to pay the bills as approved. With all in favor, motion was carried. Mayor McBee advised that Councilmembers Mills and Powers also Don Banks of the Planning Commission have indicated attendance to the Governor's Conference on October 18th as to invitations. Motion was made by Snook, seconded by Tally to cover the expense for the Governor's Conference of the three City persons wishing to attend. With all in favor, motion carried. Chairman D. Banks, City Planning Commission, mentioned to the Mayor and Council that one seat is still open (vacant) on the Planning Commission and recommends that Bill Proctor be appointed. The Mayor and Council- members agreed to have a scheduled interview with Mr. Proctor at some Gz.+ early date. Mayor Jim McBee read a letter from Councilmember Jim Hudson announcing his withdrawal as a Councilman Candidate due to many private committ- ments most difficult to schedule and still serve the City of Central Point to its maximum capacity. It was recognized that there is a candidate on the ballot for the ward representative. Mr. Young requested how many and who intended to attend the League of Oregon Cities Conference at Portland on November 17th, 18th, and 19th. It was noted that Councilmembers Tally, Hamer, Bowers and Planners Banks and Emery wish to attend. Mr. Young advised he will prepare the reservations. Mr. Young advised that the Federal Revenue Sharing check was received in the amount. of $22,176.00 with accumulated interest of $2,274..24. Mr. Young was instructed to deposit a 3 day investment at the Oregon Bank of $250,000.00 as to Mr. Young's request. There being no further business to be brought before the Mayor and Council, a motion was rade by Bowers, seconded by Hamer to adjourn to the next regular meeting or to the call of the Mayor. Meeting adjourned at 10:12 P.M. Warrant No. Amount 1015 Jim A. McBee $ 150.00 1016 Howard Tally 50.00 1017 C.V. Bowers 50.00 1018 James D. Hudson 50.00 1019 James Mills 50.00 1020 Orville Hamer 50.00 1021 Jack Snook 50.00 1022 Joe R. Chastain 75.00 1023 inice Jones 95.00 1024 John Duflay 265.00 J ti ads Warrant No. Amount 1025 U. S. Post Office $ 90.00 IMI 1026 Donald C. Banks 35.00 1027 Void 1028 C.P. Florist 6.50 1029 Cory Service 29.50 1030 Cal Pac Utilities 2.71 1031 Browns Hardware 4.63 1032 Barco Supply 10.10 1033 Bullard, Wilson, Fraser 24.72 1034 Bear Creek Valley San. Auth. 44.09 1035 American Linen Supply 53.93 1036 The Artisan Press 257.44 1037 Atlantic Richfield 7.72 1038 Dumas Laundry 3.30 1039 Dumas Laundry 3.30 1040 Doyle Electric 11.70 1041 Volunteer Firemen Account 1,057.50 1042 Carsten Products, Inc. L4.00 1043 Central. F nergency Oper. Center, Inc. .820.00 1044 Void 1045 John DuBay 50.00 1046 George Groom 990.00 1047 Littrell Parts 25.90 1048 Legislative Counsel Comm. 12.00 1049 Grange Cooperative Supply 15.89 ill 1050 Loggers and Contractors Supply Inc. 1,282.45 1051 Medford Mail Tribune 9.40 1052 Void 1053 Medford Mail Tribune 61.45 1054 Medford Mail Tribune 4.40 1055 McCanns Body Shop 190.27 1056 Medford Water Commission 4,222.38 1057 City of Medford 3,228.07 1058 Medford Builders Exchange 7.50 1059 McLaren Oil Co. 63.50 1060 Paulsen and Gates 10.14 1061 School District #6 4.50 1062 Southern Oregon Trophy 5.00 1063 Shaw Surgical Co. 25.21 1064 Void 1065 S and M Auto Parts 29.58 1066 Sam Jennings Co., Inc. 31.05 1067 Traffic Safety Supply Co. 125.09 1068 - Pacific Power and Light Co. 1,536.77 1069 Pacific N.W. Bell Telephone Co. 573.57 1070 Jackson County Tax Collector 525.07 1071 State of Oregon 50.00 1072 . Medford Battery Co. 40.70 1073 . Ashenberner Moulding Co. 15.75 1074 M.C. Lininger and Sons 85.40 Z 441 Warrant No. Amount 1075 Southern Oregon Stationery $ 389.10 /11 1076 Zellerbach Paper Company 276.00 1077 Xerox Corp. 184.00 1078 Void 100.00 1079 Continuing Education 50,000.00 1080 The Oregon Bank 50,000.00 1081 The Oregon Bank 1082 Void 176.00 1083 Western Life Ins. Co. 1084 State of Oregon Dept. of Revenue 74.00 1085 Don Ranks 90.00 1086 Cal Bowers 90.00 tn 1087 Jim Mills 90.00 O 1088 Void 4.4 1089 First National Bank - C.P. Branch 50,000.00 1090 First National yank - C.P. Branch 50,000.00 1091 Void 1092 State Accident Insurance Fund 2,364.21 1093 Void 1094 First National Bank 65,000.00 1095 Payroll Account 22,530.00 1096 Petty Cash 366.42 1097 U. S. Post Office q0.' 1098 Revenue Sharing Trust Fund `moi . 4500 lir Approve Mayor Attest: 11 I a /( r .i City Deco er Approved by me this -2.-7 day of „,..L.,.., // I 1 , 19 • Approv;ti•,: ' Y - r