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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM031303CITY OF CENTRAL POINT City Council Meeting Minutes March 13, 2003 I. REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. II. ROLL CALL: Mayor: Hank Williams Council Members: Nate Banry, Dick Halley, Kay Harrison, Donna Higginbotham, Mike Quilty, and Bill Stults were present. City Administrator Phil Messina; City Attorney Doug Engle; Public Works Director Bob Pierce; Finance Director Bill Brugger; Police Chief Mike Sweeny; Planning Director Tom Humphrey; Deputy Recorder Deanna Gregory were also present. III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS V. MINUTES A. Approval of_ Februar~27, 2003, City Council Minutes Mike Quilty made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Bilt Stults seconded. Roll call: Nate Banry, Abstain; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; Donna Higginbotham, yes; Mike Quilty, yes; and Bill Stults, yes. Motion approved. VI. PUBLIC APPEARANCES There were no Public Appearances. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES, AND RESOLUTIONS A. Public Hearing, An Ordinance Amending the Central Point Zoning Map (37 2W 10C6, Tax Lots 1900, 2100, & 2200) First Reading. Planning DirectorTom Humphrey explained thatthe proposed zone map amendmentwould change the zoning on three tax lots from R-1-10 ,Residential Single Family (10,000 square foot minimum lot size) to R-1-8, Residential Single Family (8,000 square foot minimum lot size). The subject property is located west of Hanley Road, south of Diego Court and east City oTC'entra/Point G'iq~ Couuci/ Minutes March 13, 2003 l ;~~l of Grant Road. Applicant Mike Duncan is requesting that the zoning map be amended to create a residential density that is slightly greater than the one currently shown on the City's zoning map. The subject property is adjacent to other R-1-8 zoning and the change in the minimum lot size would be better utilization of land. Property owners are discovering that it is easier to develop in-fill projects if the lots are a little smaller. Tax lot 2100 is owned by Mary and Susan Road who did not initiate this zone change nor has their property been annexed into the City. Planning staff believe that it makes sense to include their tax lot in the zone change rather than create an island of R-1-10 zoning. As long as lot 2100 is in the County it will be subject to the county zoning of SR 2.5. Once they annex into the city they will have the option of subdividing their property into 8,000 square foot lots. The Comprehensive Plan does not need to be amended for this zone change. The Department of Land Conservation and Development was notified of this proposal 60 days ago and has not responded in writing. Staff assumes that the state will concur with our proposal to modestly increase the residential zoning density on this property. Mayor Williams opened the Public Hearing Betty McRoberts, 768 Jean Louise Court Ms. McRoberts explained that she has property that backs up to the now empty lots. She has requested the Planning Commission to only allow single story homes. She is concerned about the traffic on Hanley and Grant Roads due to the increase in population. She would also like the City to concentrate on bike' paths or sidewalks for the kids to get to school. Public Works Director Bob Pierce explained that the City is currently working on a Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan. He stated that they plan to have a bike path from Mendolia to Mae Richardson School. Mayor Williams closed the Public Hearing Mr. Humphrey explained that the Developers will be required to plan for improvements along Hanley. It is a county road so improvements will not be done right away. But they will be required to set aside money for sidewalks, gutters, and deceleration lanes. The residents on Diego Court do not want access to this area from that street. The developer has changed the plans to have access from Grant and Hanley Roads only. There will be a park at the Diego Court end of the development. Residents have voiced concerns regarding the drainage ditches. Mr. Pierce stated that they are working with the County about storm drain run off. Dick Halley made a motion to pass on to second reading an Ordinance Amending the Central Point Zoning Map (37 2W 10CB, Tax Lots 1900, 2100 ~ 2200). Donna Clty o/~CenVa/Point City G'omlc-i/ Minutes March J3, llXl3 Page 3 Higginbotham seconded. Roll call: Nate Banry, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; Donna Higginbotham, yes; Mike Quilty, yes; and Bill Stults, yes. Motion approved. B. Public Hearing Growth Boundary Expansion Central Point Area 1. Mr. Humphrey explained the Rogue Valley Council of Governments (RVCOG) would like the City Council to evaluate and make recommendations to the RPS Policy Committee about the candidate urban growth areas surrounding Central Point. There are currently four growth areas for Central Point. Planning staff intends to bring one of these areas to each of the Council's next four meetings for public consideration and comment. Once the Council has had an opportunity to receive public input and recommendation from the Citizens Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission, the Council can make a final recommendation to the RPS Policy Committee. CP1: This area is located in the vicinity of the Seven Oaks Interchange and consists of approximately 900 acres. Part of CP-1 is in an area currently identified in the Central Point/Jackson County Urban Growth Boundary and Policy Agreement as an Area of Mutual Planning Concern. The land around the interchange carried various county zoning designations including; Interchange Commercial - IC, Rural Residential - RR5, General Industrial - GI and Exclusive Farm Use - EFU. This area was originally contemplated by RPS as an extension of Central Point, connected by the Bear Creek Greenway and along the east side of Interstate 5. Since Central Point was the closest proximity to this growth area, it was thought that the City would ultimately have jurisdiction. The area includes the Erickson Air Crane property which is provided water by Central Point. Opponents to its inclusion as a future growth area argue that its development could be growth inducing and encourage the conversion of prime farmland in between the UGB at Scenic Road and the new CP-1. Residents from this area and other interested parties have been invited to attend the Public Hearing in order to ask questions and make comment on whether or not all orpart of CP-1 should be considered as a future growth area. There was discussion regarding the agricultural areas between Scenic Road and the Seven Oaks interchange. The City could designate the areas of concern as strictly agricultural land. Mr. Stults asked if the Council makes a recommendation to the state if it will be approved. Mrs. Harrison stated that this is a good location for connecting Hwy 140 to I-5 to help keep unnecessary truck traffic out of Central Point. Mr. Humphrey explained that the agricultural areas are an area of concern for most of the Committee members, they don't want to see it as part of the urban reserve area. The State agencies have been involved in this process and are encouraging the RPS Committee to continue. They are confident that the State will look at this as a progressive move and support the recommendations of the Cities as long as the Committee and Cities can City o/~Centr~~/Point G'iq~ C'ouitci/ Minutes M~c% /3, 2003 Pam ~/ validate the reasons for each area. CP1 could be disapproved because of the hopscotch effect and the agricultural lands between Scenic Road and the Seven Oaks interchange. Mayor Williams opened the Public Hearing Joe Rutigliano, Gold Hill resident Mr. Rutigliano presented the Council with a letter written May 10, 2002, regarding his property located around the Seven Oaks Interchange, 36 2W 33A Tax Lot 200. Additional lands that should also be included are the balance of the properties within the 36 2W 33A and 36 2W 33 east of Southern Pacific Railroad Tracks. He would like to see this property and others included in the Urban Reserve Area. He stated that under County regulations this property could be subdivided and turned into a subdivision. He doesn't believe this is in the best interest of the land, City, or County. He feels that the lands identified within the Seven Oaks Interchange Area of Mutual Concern must be given greater consideration for eventual inclusion into the Central Point UGB and be recognized within the Central Point Future Growth Area. He would also like to be included in any public meeting regarding this area. David Gilmour, County Commissioner and Central Point Resident Mr. Gilmour explained that the County Commissioners will be working on the connection of Highway 140 with Interstate 5. They are not certain of the route they will take or the time frame but they are concerned about the amount of unnecessary traffic that is caused by vehicles trying to go north on I-5 from the northwest side of the valley, including traffic from Klamath Falls. They realize that this is an important issue and hope to be addressing it in the near future. They do have to consider the environmental impact because of the wetlands and vernal pools in the White City area. Mr. Gilmour stated that this could be an important area for Central Point to encourage industrial growth. Gary Moberly, 7777 Gold Rae Road Mr. Moberly would like to see the entire area of the Tolo City Plat included in the CP1 area. He explained that the residents in this area are interested in being included in the Urban Reserve area for Central Point. Brad Noges, 5005 Tolo Road Mr. Noges stated that he has concerns. about the agricultural land between Scenic Road and the Seven Oaks Interchange. He is concerned about traffic problems if this area was to be annexed into the City and developed as a residential area. He feels that Tolo Road and Scenic would not be able to handle the increase in traffic if these areas were to develop. He stated that he is not against the inclusion of CP1 as a Urban Reserve Area. City of ~Cen6;z/Point City Counci/Mmutes M•trc6 13, 2003 Pale 5 He would like to make sure that City officials have in place a traffic plan to alleviate congestion in the future. Mayor Walton closed the Public Hearing. Mr. Humphrey explained that this is the first of several Public Hearings to come before the Council regarding the RPS and Urban Reserve areas. He stated that the Planning Commission will be holding a Study Session on April 15th to gather more information regarding the process RVCOG will be using to submit the idea to the State. C. Resolution No. 972, A Resolution Amending the City of Central Point Classification Plan. Public Works Director Bob Pierce presented information validating the Classification Amendment for two Public Works positions. There are two positions in the Classification Plan that need to be updated to keep current with the job responsibilities ofthose positions. These positions will increase in responsibility and therefor the change in pay scale. Currently Nancy Hanson is the Parks & Recreation Coordinator, and Don Dunn is Parks Utility/Maintenance Lead Worker. Mr. Pierce would like to change the title of these positions to Recreation Supervisor and Parks Maintenance Supervisor. The creation of these positions will more clearly define rolls and responsibilities associated with each position and, consequently, create a more efficiently run program. Each position will be at salary range 150, $3,144 to $3,822 per month. The financial impact to the Parks Budget for the remainder of this year will be approximately $1,500. This is the beginning of the reorganization efforts to create a Parks and Recreation Department. Kay Harrison made a motion to approve Resolution No. 972, A Resolution Amending the City of Central Point Classification Plan. Nate Banry seconded. Roll call: Nate Banry, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; Donna Higginbotham, yes; Mike Quilty, yes; and Bill Stults, yes. Motion approved. VII. BUSINESS A. Housing Rehabilitation Program Update Finance Director Bill Brugger updated the Council on the Housing Rehabilitation Program. He explained that: • the limit per household is $12,500. • $80,000 available for housing rehabilitation. • $49,000 spent to date. • 4 homes completed. • House #1: • 100 year old home. • First time homeowners with two young children • the house had no central heating City o1~Central Poinl G'ig' GwrrcilMinutes March 13, 21XI3 Page 6 • very little insulation and original single pane windows. • The home now has a 90% efficient gas central heating system, double pane glass windows and insulated to current standards. House #2: • Heated by wood stove and electric radiant heat, which had heating coils in the ceiling. The system in the living room no longer worked. • The ceiling in the living room had pulled away from the ceiling rafters. • a family with teenage children. • built in the early 1960's • the home now has a gas central heating system, insulation upgrade and new double pane windows and front door. House #3: • ..100 year old home • retired couple raising a grandchild • was heated with a gas furnace in the living room • the seal around the front door had failed and light could be seen around the entire door. • the home now has a heating system, new double pane windows, new front door, sheet rock replacement on the exterior walls. Mr. Brugger stated that all the owners have gone beyond just the improvements of the loan. They have continued with other improvements from painting to replacing walls on the inside of the home. He is very pleased with the transformation of these homes and hopes that we will be able to continue to help the citizens of Central Point with Home Improvement Loans. B. Planning Commission Report Planning Director Tom Humphrey presented the Planning Commission report for March 11, 2003: 1. Approved a lot line adjustment and tentative subdivision that would create 2 lots on a 0.94 acre parcel at 3606 Bursell Road. The parcel is located in the R-1-8, Residential Single Family zoning district and is identified in the records of the Jackson County Assessor as Map 37 2W 11AC, Tax Lot 400...:- 2. Approved an application for a Planned Unit Development on a parcel of property located near the intersection of Pittview Avenue and Bursell Road. The subject parcels are located in a R-1-8, residential Single Family Zoning District on Jackson County Assessment Map 37 2W 11AC, tax lots 300 and 400. 3. Approved a tentative plan fora 33 lot subdivision known as Cedar Park located east -, .of U.S: Highway„99 and south of Miller Estates Subdivision. The proposed development islocated inthe TOD-LMR, low mix residential district and is identified by the records of the Jackson County assessor as 37 2W 036, Tax Lots 700, 800 and 900. City o/~Ceilha/ Po1nt Cih~ Council Miiutles M<•rrch l3, 2003 Paga 7 4. Reviewed recommendations concerning the urban reserve areas identified as CP1 and CP5. At this time the Commission did not feel like they had enough information to make a recommendation to the City Council. They plan to hold a Study Session on April 15, 2003, to review the issue before making a recommendation to the Council. VIII. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Williams reported that he attended an RPS meeting in Medford. The topic of discussion was based around DEQ and State participation in the process. IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT City Administrator Phil Messina reported that: • he attended an RPS meeting. • there will be a letter in the March water bills informing residents that Basketball hoops and skate board ramps are illegal in the public right of way. This is in an attempt to remove these structures from our sidewalks so that citizens do not have to go out into the street to avoid them. • he and Mr. Humphrey have interviewed two people for the Planning Commission vacancy. They will be ready with a recommendation at the next Council Meeting. • the Finance Department has been interviewing for the Account Clerk I position that will be available on April 1. Account Clerk I Ruth Trevino will be retiring after 23 years of service to the City. • he will be out of town March 19 - 21 to attend a City Managers Meeting in Tacoma WA. X. COUNCIL REPORTS Kay Harrison stated that she will be out of town for the next City Council meeting. Mike Quilty reported that he attended the MPO meeting. This was a special meeting to appoint a Chair person. Due to a tie vote, the appointment has been postponed until the next available meeting that will include the new jurisdictions. Bill Stults reported that he attended the Medford Water Commission and BCVSA meetings. He has been talking with people to help create parkland along Bear Creek in the Central Point area. Dick Halley reported that he attended a Central Point Chamber of Commerce meeting. The Southern Oregon visitors guide for 2003 is being distributed. They have left Central Point out of this guide again this year. He stated that the Central Point Chamber will be working with the guide to make sure that we are included in the guides future publications. City ol~C'entra/Poinl Cite Council Minutes March !3, 2(X13 PaKe 8 XI. DEPARTMENT, REPORTS Police Chief Mike Sweeny reported that the City has been completed the on site assessment for Accreditation. They have now been approved by the committee for the State of Oregon Association of Chiefs Accreditation Certification. Planning Director Tom Humphrey reported that: • he attended the MPO Techincal meeting and the City has submitted North 9th Street and Laurel Street for funding though this committee. • he has met with Jon Vial from ODOT to discuss the jurisdictional transfer of Hwy 99. • the last East Pine Street Corridor meeting will be held on March 14, at 12:00 p.m., this will be the last meeting with the design consultant, but the other committee members may continue to meet. • he has been working with the Vella's to add their business the Rogue River Valley Creamery, as a tourist destination. Public Works Director Bob Pierce reported that a fire hydrant is missing.. If the Council notices a fire hydrant that should not be in there please contact the Code Enforcement Officer. Finance Director Bill Brugger reported that he has been interviewing applicants for the Account Clerk I position available on April 1. He has been working on the 2003-2004 budget to be ready for the first meeting on April 14, 2003. XII1. ADJOURNMENT Bill Stults moved to adjourn, Nate Banry seconded, all said "aye" and the Council Meeting was adjourned at 9:38 p.m. The foregoing minutes of the March 13, 2003, Council meeting were approved by the City Council at its meeting of March 27, 2003. Dated: y~is~L~ ~ ~ ~`"~ Mayor Hank Williams ATTEST: Deputy City Recorder