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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM012606CITY OF CENTRAL POINT City Council Meeting Minutes January 26, 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 Dingler, 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 Zeliff; Community Development Director Tom Humphrey; and City Recorder Deanna Gregory were also present. IV. PUBLIC APPEARANCES There were no public appearances. V. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of January 12, 2006, City Council Minutes Mike Quilty made a motion to approve the- consent agenda as presented. Dick Halley seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Mike Quilty, yes. Motion approved. VI. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA No items were removed. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Public Hearing -Donna Way Barricades Public Works Director Bob Pierce- presented three- options for replacements of the barricades on Donna Way. Auto Gates: There are two types of gates, swing- and slide. The slide gate would need a fifteen foot maintenance easement and would be a radio activated gate. Estimated cost would be $25;000 to $30,000 plus any annual maintenance-to-the radio equipment. Swing gates are not recommended. Speed humps: Past public hearings regarding Donna Way stated that the residents were concerned about speed control. A combination of speed humps City of Central Point Council Minutes January 26, 2006 Page 2 every 600 feet would effectively reduce speed. Estimated cost would be $42,000 to $16,000 for a total of eight humps. Flexible Bollards: Bright bollards would be placed across Donna Way. Estimated cost would be $500. Mr. Pierce presented traffic studies from October 2005, when the barriers were removed, and January 2006, with the barriers in place. The studies show that the speed traffic on Donna Way changed very little with or without the barriers. The traffic speed is consistent with other residential streets in Central Point. Staff recommends the installation of speed humps which would reduce- speed and discourage non-residents from traveling this route. Community Development Director Tom Humphrey explained the original plans for the West Pine Subdivision at time of construction. Donna Way had a street plug at the end for future development and provide connectivity. Street plugs are land held in reserve for future streets. Fire District No. 3, Mark Moran; stated that the intent of the street plug was to provide connectivity. The barricades have resulted in an inadequate turn around space for emergency vehicles. If the barricades remain in place- the- homes on a portion of Donna Way would need home sprinkler systems installed to meet state fire code. The Fire District is concerned with connectivity. He explained the special circumstances that face the residents on Donna Way. Police Chief Jon Zeliff explained that the police department would like to have connectivity in all areas of Central Point. Barricades like the ones located on Donna Way are- an obstruction to emergency services. If emergency vehicles have to turn around at the barricades it could impede the ability to provide life saving services. Mayor Williams opened the public hearing. Gary Myers, 95 Donna Way Mr. Myers stated that he would like to see a planter strip where the barricades are now. This planter strip should be able- to hold the weight of an emergency vehicle. He does not feel that the speed humps would stop non residents from using Donna Way as a short cut between- Pine Street and Taylor Road. Virginia Smith, 85 Donna Way Mrs. Smith does not feel that the issue:of. a 9-1-1 call would delay EMS because of the barricades. When she has called for an emergency they have asked her the nearest cross street. Kimberly Wood, 320 Donna Way She has heard the recommendation of a plant strip from several residents and believes this would solve the problem. The city could also change the name of one end of Donna Way if the barricades are left in place. The City of Central Paint Council Minutes January 26, 2006 Page 3 residents were told this would not be a through- street whin they purchased the property. She does not wish to live on a though street. Charles Hewitt, 200 Donna Way Mr. Hewitt lives on the "S" curve on Donna Way. He has seen several close call's where children were almost hit by speeding- cars. He feels that by opening up Donna Way it would cause a great danger to the children. Mr. Hewitt asked Mr. Moran if the Fire District called the City or if the City requested a letter to remove the barricades. Mr. Moran said the Fire District asked for the connectivity of both ends of Donna Way. Wayne Chipman; 205 Donna Way Mr. Chipman presented a statement saying that the City promised the residents a gate. The barricades were- never intended to remain. He is disappointed in the options provided by staff. He suggested a wooden knock down gate and signs that state "Not a Through Street". He-does not feel the traffic study is accurate. Doug Palmer, 495 Strait Way Mr. Palmer stated that he recently dealt with traffic issues in his neighborhood. Tax payers should not be responsible for picking up the cost of this request by the Donna Way residents. Earl Jacobson, 211 Donna Way Mr. Jacobson said that the residents were promised a gate and the City should provide that gate. He does not feel the traffic study is accurate. Jennifer Kerrigan; 117 Donna- Way Ms. Kerrigan stated that the Fire District would not have an issue with connectivity if the- city would put in-the gates as promised. The City could easily rename the new section of the street. Does not feel the traffic study is accurate. Rose Wood Subdivision is a gated community. She asked why they were able to do what they have done. Mr. Humphrey stated that Rosewood is a private street and the residents pay for all maintenance. Judy Haines, 103 Donna Way Mrs. Haines presented a statement in writing for the record. The residents were promised a gate and the City should- follow through with what was promised. Mayor Williams closed the public hearing. Council discussed the fact .that there are no sidewalks and- installing sidewalks would be around $125,000. The Council promised something would be done and a traffic calming device should be installed. They discussed the issue of connectivity of both ends of Donna Way; the options of signs stating that Donna Way is not a though street and a decorative mound- that would hold the weight of emergency vehicles. City of Central Point Council Minutes January 26, 2006 Page 4 Mike Quilty moved that we place two speed humps directly adjacent to the connection where Donna Way comes together and place some sort of Grasscrete or decorative separator between the two humps. Motion failed due to Pack of second. Becca Croft would prefer to continue this discussion until staff has researched the option. There- was discussion regarding the- speed humps and the- problems it would cause for emergency vehicles. Residents voiced a concern that Public Works only wants the barriers down and will not consider other options. Residents would like to help design the planter strip. Becca Croft moved to continue this discussion to February 9th after the City Council meeting to hold a study session- to discuss further with more definite ideas of what is acceptable for community and emergency management services. Kay Harrison seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Mike Quilty, yes. Motion approved. Staff will work with EMS and return with design options and cost. B. Resolution No. 1091, A Resolution Re-Adopting the Rules of the City Council and Code of Ethics ~j(y Adm~jstrator Phit Messina stated the only suggestion is the amount of time pfpyjdp~ or Public Hearing Testimony. The Public Testimony section states that Fitizpr~ can speak for five minutes. Over the last year most Public Appearances ~~~~ peen limited to three minutes. Couri~i~ discussed the options and decided to leave the rules as they are written. Mike Quilty made a motion to approve Resolution No. 1091, A Resolution Re-Adopting the Rules of the City Council and Code of Ethics as presented. Becca Croft seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce Dingler, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Mike Quilty, yes. Motion approved. B. Resolution No. 4092, A Resolution Declaring the Annexation of 3.39 Acres of Land Located on the West Side of Table Rock Road, and North of Biddle Road into the City of Central Point, Oregon (Applicants: Peugh (37 2W 01 BD: TL 300, 400, 8~ 700)) Mr. Humphrey stated that the project consists of approximately 3.39 acres located on the west side of Table Rock Road and north of Biddle Road. The property is zoned M-1 and the applicant intends to develop an industrial park in four phases. The property in question has been in the UGB for 20 years. The application meets all the criteria required for annexation. 1 1 1 City of Central Point Council Minutes January 26, 2006 Page 5 Kay Harrison- made a motion to approve Resolution No. 1092, A Resolution Declaring the Annexation of 3.39 Acres of Land Located on the West Side of Table Rocbc Road, and North of Biddle Road- into the City of Central Point, Oregon (Applicants: Peugh (37 2W 01 BD: TL 300, 400, 8~ 700)) Mike Quilty seconded. Roll call: Becca Croft, yes; Bruce- Dingier, yes; Dick Halley, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; and Mike Quilty, yes. Motion approved. IX. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Williams reported that he attended an RPS meeting. X. CITY ADMINIST.RATOR'S REPORT K' City Administrator Phil Messina reported that: • Staff has been working on the Avista and Charter Franchise Agreements: • There are now camera's and speakers in the chambers and entry hall that the IT staff has had installed. • Staff'ha5 started working on the 2006/2007 budget process. • He will be out of town during the February 9th Council meeting. • There will be a Study Session on Monday, January 30th. • There will be an open house/dedication service on March 6th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the dedication of the new buildings at 6:00 p':m. XI. COUNCIL REPORTS ' Mike Quilty reported that he: • attended a Contract Oversite Committee Meeting. • attended an MPO meeting in California regarding freight issues. • attended alocal- MPO meeting. • has been working on passenger rail issues. • attended a Highway 62 meeting. Kay Harrison reported that: • She attended an MPO Pac meeting. • She attended the Ford Institute Leadership Training in Sams Valley. • She attended a RVTD meeting where they discussed- Connect Oregon issues. • She attended the Park Commission meeting on January 24th • The Council- needs to assign a replacement representative for the RVSS _. _ ... .- .; meetings. -' Becca Croft reported that she: • attended the- Medford Water Commission Meeting. • attended the RVCOG Executive Board Meeting. City of Central Point Council Minutes January 26, 2006 Page 6 Dick Halley reported that he attended: • the Senior Center meeting. • the Park Commission meeting. • the Greenway Committee meeting. Bruce Dinger reported that he has been trying to catch up on old City issues. XII. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Police Chief Jon Zeliff reported that the Central- Point Command Staff attended training in Medford and they will be picking up the new Command Vehicle next week. Public Works Director Bob Pierce reported that: • Staff has been working on the Haskell/Taylor Road project. • The arrows have been installed on Pine Street but they are waiting on the installation of the- bollards because a few new business owners have suggestions that would be more pleasing to the eye. • The city sign shop is up and running. Community Development Director Tom Humphrey reported that: • Several business owners on Pine Street have recently rti~dp improvements through the City's Facade Improvement Loan program. • He attended the MPO Policy Committee meeting where they agrp~d to help provide funds for the Scenic/Upton/N. 10th Street improvements. • Don Burt is now a half time employee. • There were 63 applications for the Planning Secretary 1 position. • An intern from SOU- will be workingwith the GIS department. • The city was awarded a $55,000 grant to help with the Transportation Systems Plan. XII1. ADJOURNMENT Mike Quilty 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 January 26, 2006, Council meeting were appr.~ved by the City Council at its meeting of February 9, 2006. Dated: a,ylih-off O Mayor Hank Williams ATTESTi: City~~ Rider