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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM022312' CITY OF CENTRAL POINT City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2012 REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL: Mayor: Hank Williams Council Members: Allen Broderick, Bruce Dingler, Carol Fischer, Kay Harrison, and Kelly Geiger were present. Ellie George was excused. City Manager Phil Messina; City Attorney Paul Nolte; Police Chief Jon Zeliff; Community Development Director Tom Humphrey; Planning Manager Don Burt; Parks and Recreation Director Matt Samitore; Assistant City Manager Chris Clayton; Planning Technician Connie Clune; Captain Kris Allison; IT Manager Jason Richardson; and City Recorder Deanna Casey were also present. ' IV. PUBLIC APPEARANCES -None V. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of February 8, 2012, City Council Minutes B. Reappointment of David Douglas to the Parks and Recreation Commission Kelly Geiger made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Kelly Geiger, yes. Motion approved. VI. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA -None VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Public Hearing -First Reading of an Ordinance creating Chapter 11.22 of the Central Point Municipal Code; Making Certain Determinations and findings relating to and adopting the Downtown 8~ East Pine Street Corridor Revitalization Plan for the City of Central Point Planning Manager Don Burt stated that this is a legally noticed public hearing to discuss the creation of an Urban Renewal District. He reviewed the favorable recommendations from the Central Point Citizens Advisory Commission and the ' Central Point Planning Commission. On January 26, 2012, the Central Point City of Central Point Czty Council Minn tes JaruAan~ 23, 2012 Pagc 2 Development Commission approved Resolution 2012-01 forwarding a recommendation to approve the Urban Renewal Plan. Mr. Burt explained that the Central Point Strategic Plan recommended the implementation of an Urban Renewal District to help with improvements around town. This district will be an investment the downtown core area to eliminate blight. He presented the Plan area and boundaries. He reviewed the 14 goals that are clarified within the Plan. There are 15 projects outlined in the Plan that include the downtown cored area and the Hwy 99 corridor. These projects are generic in nature so that they can be defined when they come before the Planning and City Council for final approval. The projects will only be completed once the district receives the money, and the master plans have been approved though the regular process. Tax increment financing is a method of financing indebtedness incurred by the Central Point Development Commission. The tax is only collected if there is an increase in assessed value within the district. The local taxing districts have all agreed to freeze their tax rate for 25 years. Any increase in assessed value would go to the Urban Renewal District instead of the taxing agency such as Fire District No. 3. He presented a sample tax statement from Jackson County showing what a tax statement for Central Point residents could look like. There will not be an increase to any property owner other than increased value. The finance feasibility was calculated by studies that have been conducted in the past. The project list are items that have been on the "to do" list for the city but we have not had the funding. Staff reviewed the projects and calculated the possible increase in value with the completion of the projects over the next 25 years. He explained that the maximum indebtness is the amount the state will allow us to spend. Our Plan is for $43,177,530 for 25 years. The project list can only be changed or added to by repeating the process we have been doing over the last year. The Plan years are 2013 through 2037. Mayor Williams opened the Public Hearing at 7:35 p.m. John Earling -Bush Street Resident Mr. Earling stated that there are no improvements that the city can do that will bring businesses to the Downtown area. He is concerned about the construction and plans for Hwy 99. He thinks that the Council should reconsider this issue. The city is fine the way it is. Libby Pfaff -Laurel Street Mrs. Pfaff asked if the project list includes a signal light at Pine and 7'h. This has always been a problem area. She has heard about a plan to turn Manzanita and Oak Streets into one-way streets in order to get some of the traffic off Pine Street. She doesn't think this is a good idea. Community Development Director City of Contrail Paint City Councli Minu[es ~anunn~ 23, 2012 Puge 3 Tom Humphrey explained that was a recommendation by a citizen, it has not been researched or reviewed. There are currently no plans to redirect traffic. Bev Power - Ruster Creek Street Ms. Power stated that she is new to town and that she is proud to be part of the things that are happening. She feels that the city is doing great things to help improve the economy and vision of what it could be. She asked about the clarification for the incentive programs, are these for commercial or residential improvements. Mr. Humphrey explained that they would be for both. The intent would be to increase the assessed value to the properties within the Plan area. Chuck Stamps -Blue Moon Drive Mr. Stamps stated that he has been a resident in Central Point for six years. He enjoys the flower baskets, and the mosaic art by the school students. He is concerned about the change proposed on Pine Street. He enjoys the small town atmosphere of Central Point. Glenda Hull -Laurel Street Ms. Hull asked if the property owner's downtown had any feelings about their buildings. She hasn't seen improvements and if the City does create an Urban Renewal District is it going to make any difference to those buildings? Mr. Humphrey said we cannot force owners to make improvements, but hopefully as ' the area around them improves, they will see the traffic and want to take advantage of it. David Douglas - Meadowbrook Lane Mr. Douglas asked if staff would elaborate on the Twin Creeks Crossing, why is this included in the Urban Renewal Projects if the Developer is responsible for the construction. Mr. Burt explained that the UR Agency can contribute money to that project to help with construction and the developer repays the agency once construction picks up again. There can be no more construction in the Twin Creeks development until the crossing is complete, and the developer cannot pay for the crossing without new development. If the Agency enters into an agreement we would encourage the growth in Twin Creeks by constructing the crossing which would allow for more construction and alleviate same of the traffic congestion at Pine and Haskell. Norman Dean -Tiffany Ave Mr. Dean stated that it would be nice to get the Twin Creeks crossing completed to help with the congestion at Mae Richardson School. Mike Quilty -Forest Glen Dr. Mr. Quilty stated that the Urban Renewal Agency is in line with most of the state and local transportation agencies requirement that communities participate financially with improvements in their area. In order to get grants and projects approved for cities they will need a funding source to match grants. The Urban Renewal Agency will help provide those funds for projects within the boundary. ' Brian McQuaid -Umpqua Dairy representative City of Ccnlrul Poinf Cih~ Council Mi~aules /areuury 23, 2012 Pnge 4 Mr. McQuaid asked if the map could be amended to include the Umpqua Dairy property. They may want to take advantage of the Agency projects in the future to expand their business. Mr. Burt explained that at this time the boundaries are set, if the Development Commission decides to change those in the future it would be a long process, but could be done to include other projects. At this time to include the five acres of Umpqua Dairy it would put us over the percentage of property we are allowed by state law. Mayor Williams closed the Public Hearing at 8:30. Bruce Dingler made a motion to move to second reading an Ordinance creating Chapter 11.22 of the Centra! Point Municipal Code; Making Certain Determinations and findings relating to and adopting the Downtown 8~ East Pine Street Corridor Revitalization Plan for the City of Central Point. Kay Harrison seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingler, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Hank Williams, yes. Motion approved. B. Resolution No. 1326, Revising Fee Schedule for Parks Reservations Parks and Public Works Director Matt Samitore stated that the attached resolution is recommended for approval by the Parks and Recreation Commission. After reviewing the requirements for weekend reservations at the City Parks it was evident that we will need to have a staff person on duty for summer weekend reservations. This will ensure that the parks are clean and ready for the next reservation. In the past the first group may not clean up completely or overlap on their time. Having a staff member available will ensure a smooth transition. There are some changes to schools, non profits and veteran organizations in regards to reservations of various park facilities. Veteran organizations will not be charged a fee when reserving the War Memorial gazebo. Allen Broderick made a motion to approve Resolution No. 1326, Revising Fee Schedule for Parks Reservations. Carol Fischer seconded. Roll call: Allen Broderick, yes, Bruce Dingler, yes; Kelly Geiger, yes; Carol Fischer, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Hank Williams, yes. Motion approved. IX. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Williams reported that he: • attended a Medford Water Commission meeting. attended a City Coalition meeting. presented the Mayor's Choice winner at the Rogue Valley Street Rods & Custom Car Show. Had lunch with the City Manger, Assistant Manager and Lee Fortier who is a new member of the Medford Water Commission. X. CITY MANAGERS'S REPORT City of Cen trnf Point City Council Minufes ' /nnuan~ 23, 2012 Page 5 City Manager Phil Messina reported that he had lunch with Mr. Fortier, Mayor Williams, and Mr. Clayton regarding the Medford Water Commission. Staff is in full swing in Budget preparations. He participated on the interview panel for the Grants Pass City Manager position. XI. COUNCIL REPORTS Council Member Allen Broderick reported that he attended the Arts Commission meeting. Council Member Kelly Geiger reported that he attended the Fire District meeting. Council Member Kay Harrison reported that she attended: • a Special District Association meeting. • the Fair Board meeting. They have a few new members which will make for a change in processes. • an RVCOG meeting. • the Open House in Gold Hill. • a Water Commission Meeting. Council Member Carol Fischer reported that she attended the Medford Water ' Commission meeting. XII. DEPARTMENT REPORTS -None XIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION -None XIV. ADJOURNMENT Carol Fischer moved to adjourn, Bruce Dingier seconded, all said "aye" and the Council Meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m. The foregoing minutes of the January 23, 2012, Council meeting were apploved by the City Council at its meeting of March 8, 2012. ~L ~G+'E~ Mayor Hank Williams Dated: 3/ ~// L