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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM041207CfTY OF CENTRAL POINT City Council Meeting Minutes April 12, 2007 I. REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 11. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 111. ROLL CALL: Mayor: Hank Williams Council Members: Becca Croft, Bruce Dingler, Dick Halley, Kay Harrison, and Matthew Stephenson were present. Mike Quilty was excused. City Administrator Phil Messina; City Attorney Doug Engle; Public Works Director Bob Pierce; Police Chief Jon Zeliff; Building Official Lois DeBenedetti; Community Development Director Tom Humphrey; and City Recorder Deanna Gregory were also present. IV. PUBLIC APPEARANCES Jessica Truiten, Community Works Ms. Truiten stated that they are spreading the word about April being Sexual Assault Awareness Month. She reported on the statistics for the State of Oregon and Jackson County. Ms. Truiten explained about support that is available in Jackson County for assault victims. David Painter, Citizens Advisory Committee Member Mr. Painter stated that he would like the Council to re-evaluate the penalties for disregarding conditions of approval for construction. There have been several instances over the last few years where a development has for some reason taken out trees they were required to leave. No penalties have been enforced by the Planning Commission or the Council. He would like to see something in place to enforce the penalties. V. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of March 22, 2007, City Council Minutes. Becca Croft made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Kay Harrison seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. City of Central Point City Council Minutes April 12, 2007 Page 2 VI. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA , No items were removed. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Ordinance No. 1904, An Ordinance Amending Title 15 of the Central Point Municipal Code 15.04.010 Pertaining to Building Codes Building Official Lois DeBenedetti stated this is the second reading of an Ordinance that amends and brings current Title 15 of the CPMC. Other proposed changes update code section numbers and clarify or update language. There were no recommended changes to the Ordinance at the 1'trst reading. Becca Croft made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 1904, Amending Title 15 of the Central Point Municipal Code 15.04.010 Pertaining to Building Codes. Matt Stephenson seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingier, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. B. Resolution No. 1133, A Resolution Supporting the Library City Administrator Phil Messina reported that this resolution expresses support for the Central Point library and for libraries in general. With the closing of the Jackson County Library System the Council has been asked to show their support. Dick Halley made a motion to approve Resolution No. 1133, A Resolution Supporting the Library. Matt Stephenson seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingier, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. C. Resolution No. A Resolution Supporting Ballot Nleasure 15- 75, Establishing aThree-Year Levy to Operate Libraries in Jackson County Mayor Williams stated that this Resolution expresses support for the Jackson County Libraries and for the ballot measure that will provide athree-year operating levy for the library system. There was discussion regarding the concerns the Council has regarding a levy that will not provide the same service for all branches of the library. Council feels that the County has not shown due diligence in reducing the cost of operations in a failing system. There was discussion of support for a levy if services were scaled back on an equal basis for each library. They would be more supportive if the libraries were funded the same, however, the current system shows the Medford and Ashland branches would receive more of the levy money because they are City of Central Point City Council Minutes April 12, 2007 Page 3 open longer hours and Central Point citizens would be paying the same amount for fewer hours of operation. The Council wants to make it clear that they aze in support of the libraries but do not feel they can encourage support for the current levy recommendation. Keith Wengle, Central Point Citizen Mr. Wengle stated that purchasing a few books a yeaz would be the same amount of money the County is asking to support the library system. Approving the levy would provide the citizens with a large variety of books. Resolution failed due to lack of motion. D. Resolution No. 1134, A Resolution Permitting the Demolition of a Residential Building of Undocumented Historic Interest on Property Located at 312 Oak Street in the City of Central Point, Oregon Community Development Director Tom Humphrey stated that Planning Commission considered an application by Malot Enterprises to demolish a residential building of undocumented historic interest. The building is shown in the Central Point Comprehensive Plan which identifies the structure as locally important. However, there is no specific information that documents the significance of the house for reasons other than its age. The City received a request to demolish the house located at the southeast corner of Third and Oak Streets so that the applicant can redevelop the property. A financial assessment was made of the property and the applicant stated that the structure is insured at high risk due to its age, lack of a foundation and the type of construction. A public hearing was conducted with no one other than the applicant speaking about the request. The Commission considered the criteria for authorizing the demolition and voted unanimously to recommend demolition. There was discussion regarding the criteria for a documented historic property or building. There is some concern regarding the large oak tree on the property. Kay Harrison made $ motion to approve Resolution No. 1134, A Resolution Permitting the Demolition of a Residential Building of Undocumented Historic Interest on Property Located at 312 Oak Street in the City of Central Point, Oregon. Dick Halley seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, no; Bruce Dingier, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. VIII. BUSINESS City of Central Point City Council Minutes April 12, 2007 Pale 4 A. Committee Member Appointments Mayor Williams explained that it is time to appoint Committee Members to various city committees. Planning Commission: One reappointment and one vacant position. Staff has received a letter of interest from Justin Hurley who participated in the Strategic Planning Process and would be a good addition to the Planning Commission. Mr. Hurley explained his back ground and the reasons he would like to be appointed to the Planning Commission. Bruce Dingler made a motion to approve Justin Hurley to Position No. 7 of the Central Point Planning Commission. Dick Halley seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Candy Fish would like to continue for another term on the Planning Commission. Dick Halley made a motion to reappoint Candy Fish to Position 2 of the Planning Commission. Bruce Dingler seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, no; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Parks and Recreation Commission: Two vacant positions and four reappointments. David Douglas has sent a letter of interest to be appointed to this Commission. He has a background with the school district. Nate Banry has expressed interest in participating on this Commission. Dick Halley made a motion to appoint David Douglas to the Parks and Recreation Commission, with a term expiring December 31, 2008. Kay Harrison seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Becca Croft made a motion to appoint Nate Banry to the Parks and Recreation Commission with a term expiring December 31, 2008. Matt Stephenson seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, .yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Mayor Williams recommends reappointment of Patricia Alvarez, Jim Harleman, Eleanor Holbrook, and Doug Palmer with terms ending December 31, 2009.. Kay Harrison made a motion to re-appoint Patricia Alvarez, Jim Harleman, Eleanor Holbrook and Doug Palmer to the Parks and Recreation Commission with terms expiring December 31, 2009. Becca Croft seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. City of Central Point City Council Minutes April 12, 2007 Pale 5 Citizens Advisory Committee: Two vacancies, five reappointments. Mr. Humphrey stated that Herb Farber, David Painter, Joseph Thomas, Sam Inkley Jr., and Charles Jakabosky would like to be reappointed. He has spoken with Allen Brodrick and T,inda Salvadnr whe have sent letter of interest. Ne recommends reappointing the current members and appointing the two new members. Becca Croft made a motion to appoint Allen Brodrick to the Citizens Advisory Committee. Bruce Dingler seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Kay Harrison made a motion to appoint Linda Salvador to the Citizens Advisory Committee. Becca Croft seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Kay Harrison made a motion to re-appoint Herb Farber, Joseph Thomas, Sam Inkly Jr., David Painter, and Charles Jakabosky to the Citizens Advisory Committee., Bruce Dingler seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Budget Committee: Three vacant positions Mayor Williams stated that he received letters of interest from Scott Dippel, Brett Funk and Keith Wangle for the Budget Committee. Scott Dippel explained his back ground and his ties to Central Point and the community. He works for the Central Point School District. Keith Wangle explained that his family just relocated back to Central Point and he wants to be involved in the Community. Brett Funk explained that he recently moved back to Central Point and his kids go to Central Point Schools and he has back ground in budget prepazations and works for Peoples Bank. Bruce Dingler made a motion to appoint Scott Dippel to the Budget Committee with a term expiration date of December 31, 2009. Kay Harrison seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Kay Harrison made a motion to appoint Keith Wangle to the Budget Committee with a term expiration date of December 31, 2009. Matt City of Central Point City Council Minutes April 12, 2007 Pale 6 Stephenson seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Matt Stephenson made a motion to appoint Brett Funk to the Budget Committee with a term expiration date of December 31, 2009. Becca Croft seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. Traffic Safety Committee: Five positions for re-appointment. The terms for this committee are one year appointments. The current committee members are all interested in remaining on the committee. Kay Harrison made a motion to re-appoint Gene Christie, Ernest Conrad, John Durfur, Randy Sparacino and Bruce Viar to the Traffic Safety Committee. Matt Stephenson seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. B. RVCOG Annual Update Michael Cavallaro presented the RVCOG Annual report. He stated that he would be happy to meet with any of the Council members if they have additional questions. They have a stable budget and will be reducing membership fees by 40% due to the loss of O & C funds to the Counties. They are purchasing a pre- fab building to create more meeting space. C. Planning Commission Report Community Development Director Tom Humphrey presented the Planning Commission Report for April 3, 2007: 1. The Commission approved a site plan application and conceptual master plan for a commercial shopping area known as North Valley Center. The property is located on the south side of East Pine Street (Biddle Road) and east of Hamrick Road in the C-4, Tourist and Office Professional zoning district. The site consists of one 4.9 acre tax lot which the applicants were previously given tentative approval to subdivide. The applicants master plan allows for market flexibility but maintains consistency in each of the six scenarios with 1) common architectural design; 2) a master landscaping plan; 3) cross access agreements; and 4) reciprocal parking easements. The Commission judged that the proposal was, consistent with the C-4 district and the City's site plan criteria. The site plan was approved with conditions, including the preparation and implementation of a Traffic Impact Analysis. 2. Acting in their capacity as the Historic Review Board, the Commission recommended approval of a house demolition at the southeast. corner of Third and Oak Streets. It was determined that the "residential building of City of Central Point City Council Minutes Apri112, 2007 Page 7 undocumented historic interest" met the City's criteria for demolition and was therefore forwarded to the City Council with that recommendation. Under miscellaneous items, the Commission considered the removal of two `significant' trees: 1. The Commission approved the request to remove a white oak tree at the southeast corner of Third and Oak Streets • based upon a certif-ed arborist's report, the TOD-HMR zoning and conceptual plan for this corridor. The oak tree will be replaced with at least a dozen other trees. 2. The Commission continued their deliberation of a request for tree removal in the Lone Redwood Subdivision until the applicant returns with a tree replacement plan. It was a condition of approval to save a significant tree on the property. The developer committed to preserving the tree but ended up degrading the soil and caused damage to the tree. No effort has been shown to save the tree and he now wishes to remove it. The Commission withheld a decision until they demonstrate 'good faith' in following through with a replacement plan. 3. The Commission was given updates for both the UGB expansion and the new boundaries in the Regional Problem Solving process. They were informed that the state agencies were not supporting the area known as CP-6A which has negative consequences for one of the UGB expansion proposals. There was discussion regarding the recommendations for removal of significant trees. There seems to be little follow through when a developer disregards the Planning Commissions condition of approval regarding trees. This has happened in the past and council would like to see staff enforcing these conditions or fining the developers if they do not follow the conditions imposed. There was discussion regarding the large white oak tree across from City Hall. Mr. Humphrey stated that any kind of development would harm the roots of this type of tree and there fore it can not be saved. Kay Harrison made a motion to approve the Planning Commission report for April 3, 2007 as presented. Dick Halley seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, no; Bruce Dingier, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Matt Stephenson, yes. Motion approved. IX. COUNCIL BUSINESS Mayor Williams stated that he would like to see something done about the large trucks parking along Pine Street after hours and an weekends. Staff has been discussing the issue of parking enforcement on weekends. The police department can issue parking tickets. A change in the ordinance should be made. Council member Stephenson expressed concerns about trucks running red lights at the signal on Pine and Penninger. He was informed that the police department is aware of this problem and they are trying to address it. City of Central Point City Council Minutes April 12, 2007 Page 8 Council member Halley recommends removal of the No U turn sign at 6~' and Ha~PI StrPPt X_ MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Williams reported that he: • attended the Town Hall meeting for the completion of the Strategic Pian. • attended the RPS meeting where they discussed a disagreement they are having with State agencies. • ~ attended a TRADCO meeting to discuss the Oregon Gateway protect. XI. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Administrator Phil Messina reported that: • He attended the Town Hall meeting • He had a meeting with ODOT and the County regarding the Tolo growth area. • He attended the RPS meeting. • He is very impressed with the projects the SOU interns are doing. XI. COUNCIL REPORTS Council Member Kay Harrison reported that she: • Attended the Town Hall meeting. • Attended a School Board meeting. Council Member Becca Croft was excused at 8:55 p.m. Council Member Dick Halley reported that he attended: • a Greenway meeting. • the Town Hall meeting. • The Central Point Chamber meeting • The Citizens Advisory Committee meeting Council Member Bruce Dingier reported that he attended: • the Planning Commission meeting • the Town Hall meeting • the High Tech Crimes Class at Crater High School • the RPS meeting Council member Matt Stephenson reported that he attended: • the Town Hall meeting • a meeting with County Commissioners and Senator Wyden regarding O & C funds. XII1. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Public Works Director Bob Pierce reported that: City of Central Point City Council Minutes April 12, 2007 Page 9 • they received a $720,000 grant to pave two parking lots and one alley. • The Beebe Road waterline project should begin soon. They have had some concerned residents call regarding the depth of the line. It should not affect the ground water in the area. Community Development Director Tom Humphrey reported that: • There was a CAC meeting on April 10~', where they discussed the UGB recommendations and adjustments. • Staff has received an application for a bill board in the downtown area. They will send a letter of denial- Police Chief Jon Zeliff reported that: • The citizens police academy sessions are in full swing, the citizens seem to be enjoying them. • They received a $5,000 grant from Jeldwen for defibrillators to put in patrol cars. • They are starting the special events season with the Pear Blossom Parade on Saturday. XIV. EXECUTIVE SESSION No executive session. XV. ADJOURNMENT Dick Halley moved to adjourn, Kay Harrison seconded, all said "aye" and the Council Meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. The foregoing minutes of the April 12, 2007, Council meeting were approved by the City Council at its meeting of April 26, 2007. Dated: ~/~ ` Z Mayor Hank Williams