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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03.09.2023 DC Agenda Packet City of Central Point Development Commission Agenda March 9, 2023 6:30 AM Central Point Central Point City Hall 140 South 3rd Street Central Point, Oregon Members: Hank Williams Taneea Browning Neil Olsen Kelley Johnson Melody Thueson Michael Parsons Rob Hernandez Staff Liaison: Chris Clayton Meeting time, date, or location may be subject to change. Please contact the City Recorder at 541-423-1015 for additional information. I. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting - Oct 13, 2022 6:30 PM IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. June 30, 2021 Audit Report Presentation(Presented by Weber) V. ADJOURNMENT Individuals needing special accommodations such as sign language, foreign language interpreters or equipment for the hearing impaired must request such services at least 72 hours prior to the City Council meeting. To make your request, please contact the City Recorder at 541-423-1015 (voice), or by e-mail to Rachel.neuenschwander@centralpointoregon.gov. Si necesita traductor en español o servicios de discapacidades (ADA) para asistir a una junta publica de la ciudad por favor llame con 72 horas de anticipación al 541-664-3321 ext. 201 CITY OF CENTRAL POINT Oregon Community Development Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Thursday, October 13, 2022 I. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Hank Williams Mayor Present Taneea Browning Ward IV Present Neil Olsen Ward I Present Kelley Johnson Ward II Present Melody Thueson Ward III Present Michael Parsons At Large Present Rob Hernandez At Large Present Also present were City Manager Chris Clayton; City Recorder Deanna Casey; Finance Director Steven Weber; and Planning Director Stephanie Holtey. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting - Aug 11, 2022 6:15 PM Rob Hernandez moved to approve the minutes as presented. RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rob Hernandez, At Large SECONDER: Kelley Johnson, Ward II AYES: Williams, Browning, Olsen, Johnson, Thueson, Parsons, Hernandez IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Commercial Facade Grant Program Discussion(Presented by Holtey) Planning Director Stephanie Holtey presented the proposed facade improvement concepts for the Cowley Building. The new building owners have inquired about the facade grant program and presented preliminary plans to repaint the building, install new awnings and possibly new lighting. The project is consistent with the program guidelines. At this time the property owner does not currently meet the property insurance requirements. Proof of property insurance is required before 3.A Packet Pg. 2 Mi n u t e s A c c e p t a n c e : M i n u t e s o f O c t 1 3 , 2 0 2 2 6 : 3 0 P M ( A P P R O V A L O F M I N U T E S ) City of Central Point Development Commission October 13, 2022 Page 2 staff can authorize a grant. The application does not specify the type or amount of insurance required. This limits staff's ability to provide meaningful guidance to potential applicants. Staff is asking for direction by establishing clear reasons for requiring property insurance and the associated amounts; receive direction regarding an alternative to property insurance, such as written agreement to rebuild or repay the district if property loss occurs within a specified amount of time; or other considerations. ---------------------------------- Went over the history of the Grant program and the original map and those amendments; updated on what can be improved with grant money and the requirements to get a grant approved. - must complete the application - verify ownership - tax statement -verification of property insurance - color photo of facade to be rehabilitated - construction estimates -comply with city codes and ordinances explained how other cities treat property insurance or don't require at all. Question before the council tonight would be if they are still in favor of requiring the proof of property insurance or if we can eliminate or restructure the rules to allow for self insuring a building. Presented proposed improvements to the Cowley building. the current issues are the lack of proof of property insurance. grants are limited to 50% of the project cost not to exceed amount. Taneea and Hank are concerned Discussion about the condition of the Cowley building and the reasons we would require insurance. Rob doesn't think the new owners would want to make the improvements without some assurance they would be able to rent the spaces. 3.A Packet Pg. 3 Mi n u t e s A c c e p t a n c e : M i n u t e s o f O c t 1 3 , 2 0 2 2 6 : 3 0 P M ( A P P R O V A L O F M I N U T E S ) City of Central Point Development Commission October 13, 2022 Page 3 chris suggested we update the policy to allow agreement to maintain for up to 5 years or they pay back the grant. bring back for formal adoption. Asked about the $2500 grant to a business who that is no longer in business. She updated on the 2021 modifications. Discussion of other options that could be changed in the program with modifications depending on the project and building. Council is in favor of updating for different tiers of improvements. Discussion of how much money is available for these grants, and what could be changed. Would bring back during budget process. RESULT: FOR DISCUSSION ONLY V. ADJOURNMENT The foregoing minutes of the October 13, 2022, Development Commission meeting were approved by the Development Commission at its meeting of _________________________. Dated: _________________________ Chair Hank Williams ATTEST: __________________________ City Recorder 3.A Packet Pg. 4 Mi n u t e s A c c e p t a n c e : M i n u t e s o f O c t 1 3 , 2 0 2 2 6 : 3 0 P M ( A P P R O V A L O F M I N U T E S ) City of Central Point Staff Report ISSUE SUMMARY TO: Community Development Commission DEPARTMENT: Finance FROM: Steven Weber, Finance Director MEETING DATE: March 9, 2023 SUBJECT: June 30, 2021 Audit Report Presentation ACTION REQUIRED: RECOMMENDATION: Not Applicable BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 2021 Audit Presentation will be given by Isler CPA FINANCIAL ANALYSIS: LEGAL ANALYSIS: COUNCIL GOALS/STRATEGIC PLAN ANALYSIS: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: RECOMMENDED MOTION: 4.A Packet Pg. 5