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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM042706CITY OF CENTRAL POINT City Council Meeting Minutes April 27, 2006 I. REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Mayor Williams called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL: Mayor: Hank Williams Council Members: Becca Croft, Bruce Dingier, Dick Halley, Kay Harrison, and Mike Quilty were present. Nate Banry was excused. City Administrator Phil Messina; City Attorney Doug Engle; Public Works Director Bob Pierce; Police Chief Jon ZeNff; and City Recorder Deanna Gregory were also present. IV. SPECIAL PRESENTATION A. Proclamation - "Frances Mae Duffy Day" City Administrator Phil Messina stated that Frances Mae Duffy is one of the few remaining survivors of the Aprii 18, 1906 San Francisco Earthquake and is currently a citizen of Central Point. She will be 101 years young on April 30, 2006. Mayor Williams read a Proclamation declaring April 30, 2006, as "Frances Mae Duffy DayH in the City of Central Point. B. RVCOG update and presentation RVCOG Director Michael Cavallaro presented the 2005/06 overview for RVCOG. He explained all the programs that are provided though the COG and the assistance they provide to the different entities in the valley. They provide direct contact to the jurisdictions and have maintained a positive cash flow and stable budget. There was discussion regarding the Summit Workshop on affordable housing. There is concern through out the state regarding affordable housing and there will be additional workshops regarding this issue. V. PUBLIC APPEARANCES There were no public appearances. VI. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of April 13, 2006, City Council Minutes B. Proclamation -Police Week C. Proclamation -Building Safety Week City of Central Point City Council Minutes April 27, 2006 Page 2 D. Surplus Property Kay Harrison made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Mike Quilty seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Mike Quilty, yes. Motion approved. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Resolution No. 1096, A Resolution Accepting Title to 20.88 Acres of Parkland from Jackson County, Oregon Administrative Intern Dave Jacobs stated that Jackson County has a parcel of park property referred to as the Boes Parkland. The County's resources for park management are diminishing due to timber allocation changes. The County realizes that the City can be more instrumental in developing and operating this parcel. Jackson County Roads and Parks Director Paul Korbulic, has requested approval of the County Commissioners to prepare the 20.88 acre Boes Parkland title to be transferred to the City. The property would be gifted to the city. The additional acreage will both enhance recreational opportunities in Central Point and further increase the percentage of SDC's that the City can use for the building of new parks. The parcel is specified and must remain designated as parkland. Mike Quilty made a motion to approve Resolution No. 1096, A Resolution Accepting Title to 20.88 Acres of Parkland from Jackson County, Oregon. Kay Harrison seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Mike Quilty, yes. Motion approved. B. Resolution No. 1097, A Resolution Declaring the Necessity to Condemn Certain Real Property for Street Improvements along 9~' S#reet Public Works Director Bob Pierce reported that the City wishes to construct certain street improvements along 9"' Street. Attempts to acquire property by negotiation with two of the property owners are in process, but not guaranteed. In order to ensure property acquisition for public improvements and to not jeopardize state funding; the City must proceed with a resolution declaring the necessity to condemn. ORS Chapter 35 empowers cities to acquire by condemnation real property whenever in the judgment of the city there is a public necessity for the proposed use for the property. The property is necessary for such improvements and will be most compatible with the greatest public good and the least private injury. Staff is still working with the property owners to come to an agreement. The recommended resolution is the first step. in condemnation, which is a time consuming process and could delay project if the resolution is not approved. City of Central Point City Council Minutes April 27, 2006 Page 3 Kay Harrison made a motion to approve Resolution 1097, A Resolution Declaring the Necessity to Condemn Certain Real Property for Street Improvements along 9u' Street. Becca Croft seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingier, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Mike Quiity, yes. Motion approved. IX. BUSINESS A. Jackson Creak Bank Erosion at 210 Donna Way Report Mr. Pierce stated that on February 23, Mr. Hellervik expressed a concern to the City Council that the westerly bank of Jackson Creek, adjacent to his property, was eroding away. He believes that the development of property up stream from his house has caused an increase in storm water runoff which has caused his property to erode into the stream. He asked the city to place rip-rap, or something similar along his property. Mr. Hellervik contacted City staff regarding this issue in January and staff arranged meetings with DSL & ODFW. At the meeting he was offered a 30 day emergency permit to work on his stream bank. Staff has not heard from DSL, ODFW, or Mr. Hellervik. Central Point Municipal Code 8.24.190-A-1 clearly states that it is the property owner's responsibility to maintain the stream banks within the floodway. Armoring the stream bank could easily redirect water flows to the opposite bank and increase the potential for erosion there. If ~ the City makes an exception for Mr. Hellervik and armors his section of stream bank, we could easily find ourselves addressing potential erosion problems throughout the City. The Council did not take any action regarding this issue. C. Traffic Safety Committee Report Mr. Pierce presented the report for the Traffic Safety Committee meeting of April 24, 2006: 1) The Committee recommended Bruce Viar as Chairperson. Council can make an official motion at the next meeting. 2) The Committee discussed a recommendation for a stop sign on North Mountain where it meets Beebe Road. Staff suggested conducting a traffic survey once school is out to decide if a stop sign in warranted. 3) The Committee discussed an issue regarding speeding cars and U-Turns on W. Pine Street in front of Mae Richardson School. The Committee recommends the Council approve No U-Turn and No Parking signs on the north side of W, Pine Street in front of Mae Richardson School. They also recommended Yisld to Pedestrian Signs at Haskell and W. Pine Street. 4) The Committee discussed an issue on Silver Creek where a lady is concerned about her handicap child getting into the street. She suggested a "Handicap Child at play° sign. The Committee recommended Council City of Central Point City Council, Minutes April 27, 2006 Page 4 approve signs designating a "Park" along that section of Silver Creek Drive and change the speed to 25 MPH and post signs. Kay Harrison made a motion to approve the recommendations from the Traffic Safety Commission. Mike Quilty seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingier, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Mike Quilty, yes. Motion approved. X. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Williams reported that he attended RPS meeting and workshop. XI. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT City Administrator Phil Messina reported that: • he attended an RPS meeting. • budget meetings begin Monday, May 1 at 7:00 p.m. • staff held an ail employee meeting where Human Resource Manager Barb Robson presented information on FMLA, he presented 5, 10, and 30 year service pins to employees. • He will be out of the office part of next week and back on May 9'n XII. COUNCIL REPORTS Mike Quilty reported that: • he attended an Urban Growth Boundary expansion meeting. • he has been working on Rail Road issues. • he attended a Highway 62 meeting. • the Port of Portland would like to talk with the City regarding Rail issues. Kay Harrison reported that she attended: • the Urban Growth Boundary Expansion meeting. • the Board Meeting for RVSS • an RVTD meeting. Becca Croft reported that she attended the Study Session and the RVCOG Board Meeting. Dick Halley reported that he attended the Fair Board meeting and the Study Session. Bruce Dingier reported that he attended the Citizens Advisory Committee meeting, the Study Session and the Traffic Safety Committee meeting. XIlI. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Police Chief Jon Zeliff reported that staff has released two press releases regarding Drug Dogs and Ethical Climate Assessment Survey. None of the news channels have responded regarding these two positive stories. City of Central Point City Council Minutes Apri127, 2006 Page 5 Public Works Director Bob Pierce reported that: • he attended the Traffic Safety Committee meeting. • he has been working on the budget. • he has been working on personnel issues. • the Haskell Street project is nearly complete. • the Snowy Butte Lane Project bid has closed. • they will be starting the repainting projects and crack sealing now that the weather is warm. XIV. ADJOURNAAENY Mike Quilty moved to adjourn, Kay Harrison seconded, alf said "aye" and the Council Meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m. The foregoing minutes of the April 27, 2006, Council meeting were approved by the City Council at its meeting of May 11, 2006. Dated: ~ b b/o .~~%~~~Q~ C'~'~a3' ~ Mayor Hank Williams ATTES City Recorder