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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 18, 1973 Central Point City Planning Commission September 18,1973 The City Council met in Special Adjourned Session jointly with the Planning Commission at 7:30 P.M. , Mayor McBee presiding with Commission Chairman Bowers. Roll call found the following Councilmembers present: Hadley, Malot, Mills and Snook. The Commissionmembers- present were Mayes, Hull, Banks, Bradshaw, Wegs and Zieser. Also present were City Engineer Westwood, Attorney John DuBay and Recorder Zander. Chairman Bowers referred to the Minutes of August 21, 1973 and relating to the Art Adams building plan approval on North Front Street and Manzanita Street. "For the record.. . with stipulation that no manufacturing be allowed within the operation of the development; now in a C-2 Zone." With no further questions concerning the minutes, motion was made by Bradshaw, seconded by Wegs to adopt the Minutes as corrected. With all in fluor, motion was carried. Mayor McBee referred to the Agenda subject of revision of reliminary plat study of Scenic Village Subdivision (W.L. Moore, subdivider. The Mayor advised that this meeting was called 'to assist the Planning Commission and also the Developer to expedite the proposed tentative plat without a possible further delay. The Mayor referred to the questions of interest presented by the Planning Commis- sion , City Engineer and staff reports. 7:40 P.M. Councilman Tally arrived. Engineer Westwood was called upon and spoke on his findings; and a prepared report (refer to Report of Scenic Village Subdivision). Mr. Noel Moore was called upon to comment on any of- the City Engineer's items of recommendations. Mr. Moore stated that he had consulted with numerous builders of the area and "none of them recommend recreational parks within residential developments". Discussion held on this issue. Mayor McBee advised that a proposed development now under study and consideration has been committed to the City of one-plus acres of land for an area park. Mr. Moore objected to Item C (Streets) on the Engineer's report requesting off- site not joining subdivision street, paving, curbing improvements; this being a portion of Dobrot Way- to Scenic Avenue. 8:00 P.M. Councilman Hamer arrived. A lengthly discussion followed on the issue of recreational park proposal. -Mr. Moore advised that the only other area of objection is the "sidewalk plan". Moore informed all that he would like to, and continue to see the park strip for utilities, etc. Continuing, he referred to the screening of the back lots from the Freeway, stating that very little traffic could be observed from these lots with the exception of the north end lots. Members of the Council felt that a buffer is needed; not only for closing off the Freeway view, but to reduce vehicle noise. Further discussion was held in various areas of the revised: preliminary plat by both Council and Commission. Attorney DuBay referring to the Subdivision Ordinance, advised that "no opinion or discussion should be made by the City Council inasmuch that the plans before this body had been revised, and must go before the Planning Commission with their recommendation back to the Council; therefore the Council should await ' the report from the Planning Commission". He fully explained to all concerned that the original plat had been changed sufficiently in the area of having to follow the procedure. Discussion held. Chairman Bowers called for a special session meeting on this issue of his Commission for September 20th at 7:30 PMI at the City Hall- building. The Mayor stated that if the report is available to the Council on the September 25th Meeting, it is possible that some action could be expected at that time. Motion was made by Hadley, seconded by Malot to remand the "Revised Pre- liminary Plat" back to the Planning Commission for their report to the Courcil by the advice of the City Attorney. Roll call vote, unanimously affirmative, the motion was carried. The Council adjourned at 8:45 P.M. to the next regular meeting of September 25th at 7:30 P.M. At this time the Planning Commission reconvened to the regular session with Chairman Bowers pre0iding. Referring to the" Agenda and to the Jewett School construction item was first order of business. Motion was made by Hull, seconded by Mayes to approve the plans submitted, as previously reviewed. With an all in favor, motion carried. Mr. Dwayne Hoppe, Best Signs agent, was called upon by Chairman Bowers as to the sign plans for the Pioneer Club as presented. Mr. Roppe detailed- the ' prints of the proposed sign and also advised that the marquee-type sign would be taken down. Total weight being approximately 900 lbs. for the proposed sign. Plans were studied and a recommendation made that the City Engineer make a structural study of the building by on-site inspection: Motion was made by Zieser, seconded by Wegs to accept the plans subject to the Engineer's approval. With all in favor; motion was carried; Chairman Bowers referred to the' plans of the Health Food Store (Rogue Valley Natural Foods; D. Rowell, owner) and 'commented that a revision of the plans are noted. Chairman Bowers read the Engineer's- report 'and suggested items of correction refer to report). He advised that the plans presented do not -bear the certification stamp of a licensed engineer, as required. Discussion held. Motion was made by Hull, seconded by Banks to continue this matter for further investigation of the several •items of interest. -All in favor motion carried. - Mr. Robert Manasco of 587 North Sixth Street was acknowledged by the Chair, and presented his request for a variance for additional improvements of the property. Mr. Manasco was" advised"that his case would be considered at the October 15th Meeting of' the Planning Commission and was invited- to attend. Acting Secretary's comment-- no application or prescribed fees have been filed with the City staff to date, 9/20/73). There was a lengthly discussion on a change of time and length of time of the Commission meetings. Motion made by Mayes, seconded by Wegs to meet on the second Monday at 7:30 P.M. for committee study sessions. With all in favor, motion was carried. Motion was made by Hull, seconded by Zieser that the Commission continue to meet at 7:30 P.M. each meeting as in the past. Roll call vote; Mayes- yes; Hull- yes, Bank- no, Bradshaw - yes, Wegs- yes, Zieser- yes, By Majority, voting yes 5„no 1, the in favor motion was carried. City Recorder Zander was recognized and spoke by introducing Mrs. Loretta Lane, Police Department Clerk, as a possible clerk to the Secretary for the Planning Commission. It was mentioned that Mrs. Lane would be available on Tuesday nights for the Commission meetings. Zander advised that Mrs. -Lane was a very capable secretary in the area of shorthand notes and a smart efficient typist with experience. All members indicated the employment of Mrs. Lane, and Chairman Bowers advised he would consult "the powers". With no further business to be brought before the Commission, motion was made by Zieser, seconded by Wegs to adjourn to the next Special Meeting of September 20, 1973 at 7:30 P.M. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.