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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDCM082511CITY OF CENTRAL POINT Development Commission Minutes August 25, 2011 I. REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Chair, Mayor Hank Williams called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. II. ROLL CALL: Chair: Mayor Hank Williams Commission Members: Allen Broderick, Bruce Dingler, Carol Fischer, Kelly Geiger, and Kay Harrison were present. Ellie George arrived at 6:05 p.m. City Manager Phil Messina; Community Development Director Tom Humphrey; Assistant City Manager Chris Clayton; Planning Manager Don Burt; and City Recorder Deanna Casey were also present. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Approval of July 28, 2011 Development Commission Minutes. Kay Harrison made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Kelly Geiger seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingler, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Hank Williams, yes. Motion approved. IV. BUSINESS A. No additional business. V. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Final Draft Boundaries Planning Manager Don Burt explained that after discussion at the last meeting the boundary boarder has moved westerly to include part of the Twin Creeks commercial area near the rail crossing. He presented a map showing a cross hatched area based on those properties benefiting from the urban renewal crossing project. If the crossing is not improved the properties will have limited development potential due to traffic limitations. The High Schoo{ property was removed to reduce the district's acreage percentage. The percentage distributions are at 19%, the maximum allowed by law is 25%. He may revise the boundaries again to reduce the percentage even more where possible. We want to keep the percentage low so that if needed it can be increased in the future. City of Central Point Development Commission Minutes August 25, 2011 Page 2 There was discussion regarding the inclusion of the rail crossing when that was the responsibility of the developer when the project was approved. Mr. Burt explained that this is an opportunity to move forward on the crossing without waiting for the developer to have the funds. With the downturn in the economy it may be years before the developer can complete that project. Community Development Director Tom Humphrey explained the financial responsibility. that the city has regarding the crossing whether it is complete or not. At this point the City would benefit from the crossing which will encourage growth in Twin Creeks. The developer is at a stage where he cannot continue development until the crossing is complete, but he cannot complete the crossing without new construction. The City needs to include a possible creek crossing behind the Pilot Station. Penninger Lane is overwhelmed now and it will continue to be a traffic issue for the city. If we could build a crossing behind the Pilot station to the East it would help alleviate some of that congestion. B. Maximum Indebtedness and Financial Feasibility Overview (sections 1100 -1200) Mr. Burt explained that section 1100 explained the maximum amount of indebtedness that may be incurred throughout the remaining duration of the Plan shall not exceed $60,000,000. The Board of Urban Renewal Agency may borrow money and accept advances, grants and any other legal form of financial assistance from the federal government, state, city, county, or other public body for the purpose of undertaking and carrying out this plan, or may otherwise obtain financing as authorized by ORS Chapter 457. Mr. Burt explained that sections 1102 and 1103 talk about the financial statement as required by state and the budget process. It will be a separate process than the City Budget Committee process. The agency will adopt a budget in conformance with ORS describing its source of revenue, proposed expenditures and activities. This budget will be submitted to the Urban Renewal Agency's Budget Committee for review and approval. The Commission shall not undertake any activities or expend any funds except as provided in the approved budget. Section 1200 explains about the Annual Financia( Statement that is required by the State. The Commission will prepare a statement which contains the amount of money received and incurred; the purpose and amounts of any money received and expended; an estimate of monies to be received in a current year; a budget stating the purposes and estimated amounts received and spent, and an impact analysis. C. Public Meeting and Study Session Scheduling to Discuss Urban Renewal Draft Plans Mr. Burt stated that the Commission could hold a public meeting in September to get people interested and involved in the meetings. He stated that the City of Central Point Development Commission Minutes August 25, 2011 Page 3 Development Commission and the Central Point Planning Commission will hold a joint Study Session on September 19~h There are plenty of opportunities for the public to learn about the process. Staff will be publishing an article in the next City Newsletter informing the citizens of the process and meeting dates. The Public Hearing will be scheduled for December. VI. ADJOURNMENT Bruce Dingier moved to adjourn, Carol Fischer seconded, all said "aye" and the Meeting was adjourned at 6:58 p.m. 7 C7 Dated:' ~ /~ L( .: Chair Mayor Hank Williams