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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM0212090 CITY OF CENTRAL POINT City Council Meeting Minutes February 12, 2009 I. REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Council President Kay Harrison called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL: Mayor: Hank Williams -excused Council Members: Allen Broderick, Bruce Dingler, Carol Fischer, Kay Harrison, and Matthew Stephenson were present. Mike Quilty was excused. City Administrator Phil Messina; City Attorney Doug Engle; Police Chief Jon Zeliff; Interim Community Development Director Matt Samitore; and City Recorder Deanna Casey were also present. L] IV. PUBLIC APPEARANCES Ron Overstreet -Overstreet Landscaping Mr. Overstreet expressed concerns over the landscape bid award for Don Jones Park that is on the Consent Agenda. He presented a list of questions and concerns regarding Krause Landscaping. V. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of January 22, 2009, City Council Minutes. B. Approval of Don Jones Landscape Bid Award to Krause Landscaping Matt Stephenson made a motion to approve item A on the Consent Agenda and remove item B for further discussion. Bruce Dingler seconded. Rolt call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingler, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. VL ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENTAGENDA B. Approval of Don Jones Landscape Bid Award to Krause Landscaping. Interim Community Development Director Matt Samitore explained that in the past the City has awarded bids to the lowest bidder. There are concerns regarding Krause Landscaping because the city has not worked with them in the past. City of Central Point (".nnnril Minutes February 12, 2009 Pale 2 Mr. Overstreet stated that Krause Landscaping has financial issues and he does not think they will be able to finish the project as stated in the bid. He would like the Council to rethink this award. Council directed staff to return with more information and background on Krause Landscaping before they award the bid. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Resolution No. 1200, A Resolution Authorizing the Extension of the Solid Waste Disposal and Landfill Capacity Guarantee Agreement with Dry Creek Landfill, Inc. City Administrator Phil Messina stated that the city has an agreement with Dry Creek Landfill Inc. originally signed in February 1997 ensuring long term disposal capacity for the City's solid waste. The current agreement expires January 1, 2029. Per the terms of the agreement they can request an extension for an additional ten years.. They are requesting an extension to January 1, 2039 .because the extended period allows the company to get better financing for capital investments, a longer term of agreement helps in amortizing capital costs; and Central Point would be guaranteed landfill capacity if there are unseen regulatory changes. Matt Stephenson made a motion to approve Resolution No. 1200, A Resolution Authorizing the Extension of the Solid Waste Disposal and Landfill Capacity Guarantee Agreement with Dry Creek Landfill, Inc. Allen Broderick seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingier, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. B. First Reading - An Ordinance Approving Vacation of a Pedestrian Easement Located Between hAendolia Way, and Diego Court Interim Community Development Director Matt Samitore stated that this is a public hearing to review a citizens request to vacate a public utility easement and pathway. The pathway, when originally constructed, was the only way for pedestrians and. bicyclists to have access from Grant Road to Hanley Road and West Pine Street without having to go to Taylor Road or Beall Lane.. Both of those options are unimproved roads without sidewalks. A local neighborhood group has circulated a petition in support of closing the pathway. There are sanitary sewer and water lines under the pathway. If vacated the property owners would be required to gate the property .with the stipulation that RVSS and the City could enter the property if they need to get to those lines. Another option discussed was that the City could, pay for directional motion lighting to be installed on both the effected properties. There is no property value in this instance; it will not be a hardship on the property owners or the city if this was vacated. Mr. Samitore explained that a vacation of a bike/pedestrian path is in conflict with the Central Point City of Central Point (;~nncil Mimrtes February 12, 2009 Page 3 Comprehensive Plan and the TSP which requires the city to provide neighborhood connectors and reduce vehicle trips by providing pedestrian and bike easements. Rogue Valley Sanitary Sewer is requesting that the easement not be vacated. They need access to their facilities. Rogue Valley Transit District has also requested that the easement not be vacated in order to support pedestrian and bicycle movements. Council President Harrison opened the public hearing. Steve Reavis, 760 Jean Louise Circle Mr. Reavis stated that he is against the vacation and presented 24 signatures of residents that do not want the path closed. He reinforced the goals of the TSP, and Comprehensive Plan. If this path is closed there will be no user friendly ways to get into town by pedestrians or bicyclists. He and his family use this pathway often. Katy Mallams, 2855 Heritage Road Mrs. Mallams is against the vacation. She uses the pathway and reinforced the recommendations of the TSP and Comprehensive Plan. Sheila Hagadone, 780 Mendolia Way Ms. Hagadone stated that she is the citizen who asked for the vacation and gathered 15 signatures of residents that live near the path. There are several areas for citizens to walk, they do not need this pathway. She does not feel safe when she comes home in the dark. She explained the trash issue and animal feces owners people do not pick up. She would be happy to install a gate but would not lock it so RVSS and the City could get to the utilities. She later asked for clarification of who actually owns the property. Tim Case, 752 Jean Louise Circle Mr. Case stated that he is in opposition of the vacation. He asked how many police issues there have been with the path. He is supportive of posting the path and installing, lights. He suggested that RVSS could help with the cost of installing the directional lighting. He is an avid walker and uses this path to walk to-town often. Mike Williams, 3465 Hanley Road Mr. Williams stated that he is against the vacation. He lives just south of the path and has not had any issues with people or trash. Sheri Williams, 3465 Hanley Road Mrs. Williams stated that the school district prefers to drop children off on Grant Road. and have them walk through the pathway to Diego Court. They do not feel it is safe to stop at Diego Court on Hanley Road. Mrs. Harrison closed the Public Hearing. Council discussed options of adding signs that state no motorized vehicles, and the cost of directional lighting. They could move the bollards so that motorized City of Central Point (;rnmcil Minutes February 12, 2009 Page 4 vehicles and horses could not get through. The Police Department could work with the neighbors to help with enforcement issues. There are other paths throughout the city, it would not be good policy to start closing them when we are trying to promote connectivity. The Ordinance. died due to lack of a motion. The Council directed the Police Department to work with the neighbors on any ~irevention methods that can be done. Staff is directed to return with cost options for lights and signage. VIII. BUSINESS A. Discarded Vehicle at 1250 Vista Drive Community Service Officer Ron Barnett explained that the issue of the discarded vehicle does not need Council action at this time. The owner of the vehicle has provided evidence that he is working on the issues .regarding this vehicle and it should be moved next week. Staff .will return to Council in two .weeks if the vehicle has not been moved. He did state that the derelict structure at Manzanita and 7"' Street has been removed. Staff was able to enforce the new Derelict Structure Ordinance in order to remove the partially burned house. He is working on two other properties in similar situations throughout the City. B. Planning Commission Report Interim Community Development Director Matt Samitore presented the Planning Commission Report for February 3, 2009: The. Planning Commission recommended forwarding amendment for Central Point Municipal Code C-2(M), Commercial Medical District. There is ambiguity in the current code on whether a house could be re-built if the home is destroyed. The Commission recommends the TOD zoning allowing for mixed use in this area. The Planning. Commission voted to continue an item considering membership warehouse clubs as a similar use within the M-1 District due to noticing requirements. IlUllatt Stephenson made a motion to approve the Planning Commission Report as presented. Carol Fischer seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingier, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. lX. COUNCIL BUSINESS Council Member Allen Broderick asked about the arrest at Peoples Bank, and why the school was not informed they should close the campus. Police Chief Jon 0 City of Central Point Council. Minutes February 12, 2009 Page 5 Zeliff stated that the incident happened quickly and went very smooth. There was no foreseeable danger to anyone at that time. If the suspects had not given up peacefully they would have sent notice for the school lock down. X. MAYOR'S. REPORT -None XI. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT City Administrator Phil Messina reported that: • there is a Study Session on Tuesday, February 17, at 6:00 p.m. • The Multi Cultural Committee held their first meeting on Monday. They look like they will be an active group. • He and the Mayor were in Salem for the Mayor's Day where they had meetings with representatives from the area. Legislators are saying. there will not be a state gas tax increase and recommend that cities along I-5 impose their own fuel tax. • LOC reports that the funding for the Governors Transportation Plan should be available in three weeks. • We should be able to have a Study Session in March regarding the Fuel Tax. ~~ XII. COUNCIL REPORTS Council Member Matt Stephenson reported that he attended the SOREDI Board meeting and the Regional Investment Board Meeting. Council Member Allen Broderick reported that he attended an RVCOG meeting for newly, elected officials. He stated that the Council retreat was very informational and he enjoyed the tour. Council Member Kay Harrison reported that she attended the Rod & Custom Show as Judge. XIII. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Interim Community Development Director Matt Samitore reported that: • The playground equipment at Don Jones Park has been installed and is ready for use. • Staff has been working with the Expo on the Battle of the Bones event for 2009. • Public Works has submitted four street projects for the stimulus package. It is possible that we may get enough money from the state to complete all four projects. Police Chief Jon Zeliff reported that the Police Department will have a Crime Prevention Newsletter available for Central Point Citizens by a-mail, online, and at specific locations around the City. City of Central Point Council NTimrtes February 12, 2009 Page 6 XIV. EXECUTIVE SESSIOPI - None XV. ~-DJOURPIMEPIT Matt Stephenson moved to adjourn, Bruce Dingier seconded, all said "aye" and the Council Meeting was adjourned at 8:49 p.m. The foregoing minutes of the February 12, 2009, Council meeting were approved by the City Council at its meeting of February 26, 2009. ~. Dated: Z-Z~?-Zoo `~ _'",.h.;~/~ ~~ Mayor Hank Williams r-~ I