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Home My WebLink About03/12/26 CC MinutesCITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES February 26, 2026 6:00 PM Central Point City Hall, Council Chambers 140 S 3rd St, Central Point, OR www.centralpointoregon.gov 1 Meeting Called to Order 2 Pledge of Allegiance 3 Roll Call The following members were present: Mayor Taneea Browning, At Large Rob Hernandez, Ward II Kelley Johnson, Ward I Neil Olsen, Ward IV Brian Whitaker, At Large Michael Quilty, Ward III Sarah Roberts The following staff were also present: City Manager Chris Clayton, City Attorney Sydnee Dreyer, Parks and Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Matt Samitore, Finance Director Tessa DeLine, Police Chief Scott Logue, Planning Director Stephanie Powers, Park Planner Dave Jacobs, and City Recorder/Assistant Finance Director Rachel Neuenschwander 4 Public Comments 5 Public Agency Comments 6 Consent Agenda A. Approval of February 12, 2026, Meeting Minutes B. OLCC Application - Ryan Rose Wine Docusign Envelope ID: 49C6487E-3A61-8158-8310-85FECDBB685F Central Point City Council February 26, 2026 Meeting Page 2 of 6 Motion: Approve consent agenda as presented. Moved By: Rob Hernandez Seconded by: Kelley Johnson Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Kelley Johnson, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. None voted no. 7 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda 8 Public Hearing 9 Ordinances and Resolutions A. An Ordinance Amending in Part the Central Point Municipal Code Section 2.18.010 - Parks and Recreation Commission - Established - Membership - Terms Park Planner Dave Jacob presented proposed amendments to expand student commissioner eligibility from juniors/seniors to include sophomores, provide flexibility in term start dates, and streamline the application process. The Parks and Recreation Commission has reviewed and supports the changes. Three students were interviewed for the position, with one selected for appointment. Motion: Approve Moved By: Sarah Roberts Seconded by: Michael Quilty Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Kelley Johnson, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. None voted no. Sarah Roberts moved to forward the Ordinance Amending in Part Central Point Municipal Code Section 2.18.010 - Parks and Recreation Commission - Established - Membership - Terms to a second reading. B. Ordinance Amending in Part Central Point Municipal Code Titles 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, and 17 Relating to Consistent References to Master Fee Schedule and Repealing Chapter 5.33 Merchant Police and Private Detective, and Sections 3.16.040 Fire Department Charges, Docusign Envelope ID: 49C6487E-3A61-8158-8310-85FECDBB685F Central Point City Council February 26, 2026 Meeting Page 3 of 6 8.03.050 Derelict Structure Fee, 10.16.030 Special Permits, 10.16.040 Immobilizing or Towing of Vehicles and 10.16.060 Immobilizer Fees City Attorney Sydnee Dreyer explained this was the second reading of an ordinance that creates consistent references to a master fee schedule and repeals sections no longer used by, or never use by, the city, including merchant police provisions and immobilizer fees. Motion: Approve Moved By: Rob Hernandez Seconded by: Kelley Johnson Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Kelley Johnson, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. None voted no. Rob Hernandez moved to approve Ordinance No, 2138, an Ordinance Amending in Part Central Point Municipal Code Titles 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, and 17 Relating to Consistent References to Master Fee Schedule and Repealing Chapter 5.33 Merchant Police and Private Detective, and Sections 3.16.040 Fire Department Charges, 8.03.050 Derelict Structure Fee, 10.16.030 Special Permits, 10.16.040 Immobilizing or Towing of Vehicles and 10.16.060 Immobilizer Fees. 10 Business A. 2nd Quarter Financial Report - As of December 31, 2025 Finance Director Tessa DeLine presented the financial report showing most funds performing well. Key points included budget corrections to overhead fees, water fund concerns about low cash reserves requiring rate increases, and the expectation of receiving FEMA funds for storm drainage improvements. City Manager Clayton clarified that proceeds from property sales and ODOT fund withdrawals would help address budgetary discrepancies. B. Administrative Review and Recommendations for Agenda Requests (Councilor Brian Whitaker, 2025-2026) Docusign Envelope ID: 49C6487E-3A61-8158-8310-85FECDBB685F Central Point City Council February 26, 2026 Meeting Page 4 of 6 City Manager Chris Clayton reviewed eight agenda requests from Councilor Whitaker and recommended approval of two items: scheduling a March study session on semi-truck routing and a financial policy study session before the 2027-2029 budget development. He recommended no further action on remaining items as they are addressed through existing programs or would require excessive staff resources without clear benefit. Motion: Approve Moved By: Sarah Roberts Seconded by: Michael Quilty Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Kelley Johnson, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. None voted no. Sarah Roberts moved to acknowledge receipt of the agenda requests submitted by Councilor Whitaker for the 2025-2026 term and directed staff to proceed as follows: 1. Direct the City Manager to include the semi -truck routing and infrastructure protection review on the March 2026 Study Session agenda. 2. Direct the City Manager to schedule a Financial Policy Study Session during the 2027-2029 biennial budget development process to review the City’s reserve and stabilization frameworks. 3. Take no further action on the remaining items, as they are currently addressed through existing administrative programs, national law enforcement standards, or established statutory and land-use procedures. C. Discussion of draft Graffiti Nuisance Ordinance City Attorney Sydnee Dreyer presented a draft ordinance that treats graffiti as a public nuisance and requires property owners to remove it within 15 days. Rather than having city staff remove graffiti on private property, staff recommended providing supplies or financial assistance up to $100 to help property owners. Council supported the supplies Docusign Envelope ID: 49C6487E-3A61-8158-8310-85FECDBB685F Central Point City Council February 26, 2026 Meeting Page 5 of 6 approach over direct city staff involvement due to liability and staffing concerns. D. February 17, 2026 Planning Commission Report Planning Director Stephanie Powers reported on a joint study session between the Citizens Advisory Committee and Planning Commission covering environmental element updates and residential code amendments to achieve regional density standards of 6.9 units per acre. The environmental element will proceed to March public hearings, while residential amendments require further dis cussion. 11 Mayor’s Report Mayor Browning reported attending the CIS County Insurance Pool conference, focusing on workplace burnout and organizational culture. She attended police officer swearing-in ceremonies, Bear Creek project meetings, and parks commission youth interviews. She emphasized the importance of modeling a healthy work-life balance as a leader. 12 City Manager’s Report City Manager Chris Clayton reported CIS insurance increases of up to 13% for health insurance, with property/liability rates declining slightly. He met with the Avista Utilities CEO and noted potential utility lawsuits over residential natural gas restrictions. He highlighted a $7 million judgment against the City of Talent for land-use issues. The community center remains on schedule for November 7th possession with lease amendments due to ARPA fund restrictions. Sherry's restaurant has been sold and will become an Indian cuisine restaurant. 13 Council Reports Council members provided brief reports on their activities. They attended various meetings and trainings, including those related to public meeting laws, school district matters, police department events, fair board discussions, regional planning organizat ions, financial reviews, library administration, community center planning, and chamber of commerce initiatives. Other topics addressed included improvements to graduation rates, approval of the athletic field annexation, water rate increases, adult Docusign Envelope ID: 49C6487E-3A61-8158-8310-85FECDBB685F Central Point City Council February 26, 2026 Meeting Page 6 of 6 literacy programs, new city map projects, and oversight committee service conclusions. 14 Department Reports Planning Director Stephanie Powers provided updates on development projects, including Cartiva approval, Par Lumber delays, the East Pine Street commercial center review, and inquiries about the former Walmart site, which faces restrictions under new climate-friendly area regulations. Parks and Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Matt Samitore reported issues with Don Jones Park playground procurement , requiring a restart of the process, with construction delayed until after Labor Day to meet grant obligations. 15 Executive Session 16 Adjournment Neil Olsen moved to adjourn. All said aye, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:55 PM The foregoing minutes of the February 26, 2026, Council meeting were approved by the City Council at its meeting of March 12, 2026. Dated: 3/12/2026 _________________________ Mayor Taneea W. Browning ATTEST: __________________________ City Recorder Docusign Envelope ID: 49C6487E-3A61-8158-8310-85FECDBB685F