HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/26/25 DC MinutesCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION MEETING
MINUTES
June 26, 2025
7:00 PM
Central Point City Hall
140 S 3rd St, Central Point, OR
www.centralpointoregon.gov
1 Meeting Called to Order
2 Roll Call
The following members were present: At Large Rob Hernandez, Ward I
Neil Olsen, At Large Michael Parsons, Ward III Grey Zimmerman, Ward
IV Brian Whitaker
The following members were absent: Ward II Kelley Johnson
The following staff were also present: City Manager Chris Clayton, City
Attorney Sydnee Dreyer, Parks and Public Works Director/Assistant City
Manager Matt Samitore, Planning Director Stephanie Powers, and City
Recorder Rachel Neuenschwander.
3 Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of March 27, 2025, Meeting Minutes
Motion: Approve
Moved By: Brian Whitaker Seconded by: Grey Zimmerman
Roll Call: Members Rob Hernandez, Neil Olsen, Grey Zimmerman,
Brian Whitaker voted yes. None voted no.
4 Discussion Items
A. Resolution Adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget
Matt Samitore Parks and Public Works Director/Assistant City
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Manager , presented the 2025-26 fiscal year budget for the
Development Commission. He explained that there had been no
changes since the budget committee hearing on April 28, 2025. The
commission is currently in "save mode" for the community center, with
payments coming from urban renewal funds.
The council inquired about accessibility in the projects. Matt confirmed
that enhancing accessibility was a key focus, particularly in the
downtown area where the district boundaries are located.
The preschool playground project was discussed, with funding coming
from the general city budget during construction. Chris explained that
urban renewal could potentially reimburse the city for the cost in the
future when the budget allows.
The council asked several questions about the preschool program:
• Staffing: It will be managed by city staff, including a specific
preschool teacher.
• Business plan: Multiple plans have been developed, including
enrollment numbers and fees.
• Profitability: The preschool is expected to be one of the few
moneymakers for the city.
• Pricing: Fees are based on a combination of Medford, Ashland,
and local prices.
• Capacity: The maximum capacity is 20 children, with a target of
15-18.
Matt explained that the preschool could potentially generate $180,000
per year if both morning and afternoon sessions are run. He also
mentioned that the program would help stabilize funding for the
community center.
Chris added that offering priority to city employees for the daycare
could help attract and retain employees. He emphasized that the 15 -
18 daycare spots would not significantly impact the current supply-
demand deficiency in Central Point.
The council expressed concern about the city competing with private
businesses. Matt acknowledged this concern but noted the current
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deficiency of 28-48 preschool spots in Central Point.
The outdoor playground area was briefly discussed, with clarification
that the preschool playground would not be accessible to the public,
but a separate playground would be.
The council requested that the term "amortization" be replaced with
"lease" when referring to the agreement with the county.
The council mentioned concerns about accessibility in the downtown
area, particularly on the side opposite KeyBank. Matt Samitore asked
for an email to be sent with details of the concerns.
B. Resolution Authorizing Financing of Preschool Play Area
Discussion on this item has been postponed until the next scheduled
meeting.
5 Adjournment
Neil Olsen moved to adjourn, all said aye and the meeting was
adjourned at 8:02pm.
The foregoing minutes of the June 26, 2025, Council meeting were approved by the
City Council at its meeting of July 17, 2025.
Dated: _________________________
Chair Taneea W. Browning
ATTEST:
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City Recorder
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