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City of Springfield
Regular Council Meeting
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE SPRINGFIELD CITY COUNCIL HELD
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1993
The City of Springfield Council met in Regular Session in the Springfield City
Council Chamber, 225 Fifth Street, Springfield, Oregon, on Monday, February 1,
1993, at 7:38 p.m., with Mayor Morrisette presiding.
ATTENDANCE
Present were Mayor Morrisette, Councilors Adams, Berg, Walters, Burge, Schanz
and Maine. Also present were City Manager Michael Kelly, Assistant City
Manager Gino Grimaldi, City Attorney Tim Harold, City Recorder Eileen Stein,
and members of the staff.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Morrisette.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Mayor Bill Morrisette.
SPRINGFIELD UPBEAT
1. City Manager Mike Kelly recognized Gary Karp, Development Services
Department, for 15 years of service to the City of Springfield.
BUSINESS FROM THE AUDIENCE
1. Ron Rogers, 2680 South M Street, spoke in support of and requested
revisions to the City Code, Section 8-2-6. He requested Council re-examine
the law and/or waive the fee of $30 per day for a home occupancy permit.
2. James Xiarhos, 1833 North 12th Street, Owner of Angelino's Restaurant,
spoke in support of social gambling. He explained Jerry Whitecotton would
speak as a representative for several community members and present issues
of concern.
3. Jerry Whitecotton, 215 Q Street, representing the Mill Camp Saloon, spoke
in support of social gambling. He explained that he placed a letter in the
Council in-boxes. He felt it would be in the best interest of those
involved if necessary issues were addressed. He discussed the potential
loss of employment which he felt could occur if social gambling was no
longer allowed. He suggested meeting together with the Council to come to
agreements related to this issue.
The following individuals completed request to speak cards, although, did
not address the Council because they felt Mr. Whitecotton addressed and
expressed their concerns.
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John A. Moonen, 3667 Main Street, #25, representing the White Horse Tavern,
supported social gambling.
Chris Stypeck, address not provided, representing the Mill Camp, supported
social gambling.
Mike Cole, 1474 C Street, supported social gambling.
4. Willie Combs, 334 Scotts Glenn Drive, spoke in support of social gambling.
He felt Council could address and correct the problems.
COUNCIL RESPONSE
1. Request made by Ron Rogers regarding a revision to the City Code, Section
8-2-6.
Mayor Morrisette questioned if Council had any concerns related to comments
made by Ron Rogers regarding revisions to the City Code.
Councilor Walters questioned why Mr. Rogers did not register his business
as a home occupancy business. Building Official Dave Puent noted the
intent of the home occupation was that the person could conduct his
business at the residence in that neighborhood. The person could have the
business in his home and operate the business on the road away from the
home. He stated this could be reviewed to see if it would fit a criteria.
2. Social Gambling.
Councilor Berg explained Council would make a decision in two weeks either
,in support or opposition of this issue. Mayor Morrisette requested
citizens put their concerns and ideas down in writing and submit the
information to the Council. Councilor Burge recommended the Mayor appoint
a five to seven member task force related to this issue. Councilor Berg
disagreed. Mayor Morrisette noted that if four Council members supported
further review of this issue, he would appoint a task force on Monday,
February 15. This could cause an additional six week delay in making any
decision.
3. Council Meeting Schedule.
Council confirmed a Council meeting would be held on Monday, February 15,
even though it was a holiday (President's Day).
CONSENT CALENDAR
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR WALTERS, TO ADOPT
THE CONSENT CALENDAR. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
1. Other Routine Matters
a. OLCC Liquor License Endorsement for Market Time, 4124 East Main
Street.
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
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1. Correspondence from Shirley Gauthier, 538 West M Street, Springfield, in
Opposition of the Use of City Funds to Support the Lawsuit Related to
Ballot Measure 20-08.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR WALTERS, TO
ACCEPT AND FILE THE CORRESPONDENCE.
COUNCILOR BERG AMENDED THE MOTION THAT SOMEONE IS TO LET MS. GAUTHIER KNOW
THAT WE ARE NOT USING ANY CITY FUNDS TO DEFEND THE LAWSUIT.
Staff would send a reply letter.
THE MOTION WAS ADOPTED AS AMENDED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
2. Correspondence from Wayne Hill, Chairman, Willamalane Park and Recreation
District Board of Directors, Expressing its Support for the Natural
Resources Functional Plan (NRFP).
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BURGE, TO
ACCEPT AND FILE THE CORRESPONDENCE. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR
AND 0 AGAINST.
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Correspondence from Ron Spicer, P.O. Box 35, Thurston, in support of the
project proposed by Jim Evangelista, to paint a forest mural inside the
Public Service Building, 125 East 8th Street, Eugene.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BURGE, TO
ACCEPT AND FILE THE CORRESPONDENCE. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR
AND 0 AGAINST.
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Correspondence from Ron Rogers, 2680 South M Street, Springfield,
requesting a revision and/or waiver of the $30. daily fee charged for
transient merchants under the Springfield Code, section 8-2-6(g).
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR SCHANZ, TO
ACCEPT AND FILE THE CORRESPONDENCE. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR
AND 0 AGAINST.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Amendment of the Springfield (City) Code Pertaining to Shooting Ranges.
ORDINANCE NO. 1 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 8-6-15, 8-6-16, 8-6-17 AND
8-6-18, ARTICLE 6, CHAPTER VIII OF THE SPRINGFIELD CODE PERTAINING TO THE
OPERATION OF SHOOTING RANGES (FIRST READING).
City Planner Gary Karp presented a staff report on this issue. Earlier
this year, a developer sought and obtained approval from the Planning
Commission for a zone change to Community Commercial -(CC) with the intent
to construct an indoor shooting 'range. During this process, staff found a
conflict between the Springfield Development Code (SDC) and the City Code
concerning shooting ranges. The SDC permits shooting ranges in the CC
zoning district with no restriction relating to who may operate them. The
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City Code specifically limits the operation of shooting galleries to public
agencies.
The developer has recently asked the City Council to direct staff to
prepare a City Code revision which would allow private individuals to
operate a shooting range.
Mr. Karp noted that as a courtesy, staff has sent notice of this hearing to
all persons who spoke or submitted written comments at the zone change
hearing. He noted the City has not received any negative comments. He did
receive correspondence, which would be passed out to Council. The
correspondence was from Bill Dwyer and the National Rifle Association, in
support of this Code amendment.
A letter (distributed by Mr. Karp) was entered into the public record. The
letter was dated January 30, 1993, to Development Services Department, from
state Senator Bill Dwyer, in support of the ordinance amendments to Chapter
VIII of the Springfield Code pertaining to the operation of shooting
ranges.
City Attorney Tim Harold answered questions of the Council.
Mayor Morrisette opened the public hearing.
1. Thomas Gates, P.O. Box 352, spoke in support of the amendment to the
Springfield City Code pertaining to shooting ranges.
4It Mayor Morrisette closed the public hearing.
2. 1993 - 1998 Capital Improvement Program.
City Engineer Al Peroutka presented a staff report on this issue. The
draft 1993-98 CIP has been reviewed by the Planning Commission and is being
forwarded by the Commission without modification and with a recommendation
for adoption. The draft is now ready for public comment and Council
adoption. The adopted CIP will act as a guide for development of the
city's capital budget.
Mr. Peroutka provided a Capital Improvement Project Sheet on the Pioneer
Parkway Corridor/Bicycle Pathway project. This is a previously unfunded
project which staff recently learned would receive federal funding through
the new Intermodal Surface Transporation Efficiency Act (ISTEA).
Council discussed the CIP in detail.
Mayor Morrisette opened the public hearing. No one appeared to speak.
Mayor Morrisette closed the public hearing.
Councilor Berg suggested an issue paper be drafted on the West D Street
portion. City Manager Mike Kelly noted an issue paper would be brought
back to the Council in the the spring.
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Councilor Berg discussed the West D Street bike path and the dueling
utility poles. He stated he would like to see a standing policy that the
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City work out an agreement with U$ West regarding utility poles. He
suggested whenever US West replaces poles or lines, that specific
guidelines be followed. He did request that staff prepare an issue paper
for the Budget Committee review on the West D Street portion. Mayor
Morrisette agreed with comments made by Councilor Berg regarding
consolidation of utility lines to eliminate multiple poles. City Manager
Mike Kelly explained an issue paper would be prepared as directed by c
Council. Mr. Kelly explained a letter could be prepared to request this of
US West. He did explain US West would do what was in their best interest.
This issue could be addressed during the franchise agreement review if US
West did not wish to voluntarily agree to the discussed request.
Councilor Walters addressed 10th to Mohawk Streets and noted this area
needed street trees. City Manager Mike Kelly noted that if a street tree
project was what Council desired, this could be addressed.
Councilor Berg suggested Council review landscaping the area near the Ryder
rental truck business location on South A Street and discussed
beautification needs. He also addressed the area near McKenzie Tires. He
questioned the status of tax funds and the availability of funding for
beatification. Public Works Director Dan Brown noted staff could address
an entrance beautification project. The Street Fund could be used to
assist with this project.
Councilor Burge had a strong desire to see that Ward 4, mid-Springfield,
receive more attention than it has. Many people in Ward 4 need streets
paved for safety reasons. He suggested this be addressed during the budget
process. This was long overdue and needed attention.
Councilor Adams supported comments made by Councilor Berg. He noted that
desirability attracted business. He felt $15,000 was a reasonable amount
of cost to transfer money into these projects (entrance beautification).
Councilor Berg requested $15,000 appropriated per year, with $10,000 toward
entrance beautification and $5,000 toward street trees.
Mayor Morrisette noted the city was in the process of placing sequoia trees
in areas in Springfield. He felt progress had been made with street trees.
City Manager Mike Kelly provided information related to the different funds
available and potential usage of these funds for funding more street trees.
IT WAS MOVED BY GOUNCILOR BERG, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR ADAMS, TO PUT
$10,000 INTO THE BASE BUDGET FOR TWO YEARS FOR ENTRANCE BEAUTIFICATION,
FIRST TO HIT THE VEST AREA, SECOND, TO BE DETERMINED LATER, VHATEVER
ENTRANCE THAT PEOPLE FEEL IS MOST APPROPRIATE NEXT OUT OF THE STREET FUNDS
AND A $5,000 ISSUE PAPER FOR STREET TREES AND APPROVAL OF THE 1993-98
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM WITH THE ADDITION OF THE PIONEER PAlliZWAY
CORRIDOR PROJECT.
After a detailed discussion by Council, Councilor Berg modified his motion.
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IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR BERG, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR ADAMS, TO ADD TO
THE BASE BUDGET $10,000 FOR THE CURRENT YEAR AND NEXT YEAR TO BE
APPROPRIATED FOR ENTRANCE BEAUTIFICATION, AND IN ANY FUTURE YEARS IT WOULD
BECOME AN ISSUE PAPER, AND THE $5,000 BE APPROPRIATED FOR MORE STREET TREE
INFILL THAT WOULD BE AN ISSUE PAPER. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 5
FOR AND 1 AGAINST (BURGE).
Councilor Walters again requested consensus for staff to be aware of the
need for street trees as he previously discussed.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BERG, TO ADOPT
THE 1993-98 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, AS AMENDED, AND INCLUDING THE
PIONEER PARKWAY CORRIDOR/BICYCLE PATHWAY PROJECT. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A
VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
3. Property Tax Exemption Programs for the Development of Low-Income Housing.
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ORDINANCE NO. 5667 - AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR NEW
LOW-INCOME HOUSING; ADDING ARTICLE XIV "TAX EXEMPTION FOR NEW LOW-INCOME
HOUSING," AND SECTIONS 2-14-1 THROUGH 2-14-4 TO THE SPRINGFIELD CODE 1965,
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
ORDINANCE NO. 5668 - AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING ESTABLISHING A PROGRAM FOR TAX
EXEM~TION OF LOV-INCOME HOUSING PROVIDED BY TAX EXEMPT CORPORATIONS; ADDING
ARTICLE XIII "LOW INCOME HOUSING TAX EXEMPTION," AND SECTIONS 2-13-1
THROUGH 2-13-8 TO THE SPRINGFIELD CODE, 1965 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Management Analyst Lynn Nakamura was available to answer questions of
Council. As a component of Springfield's draft Housing Policy, property
tax exemption programs, along with a combination of other incentives, could
provide sound affordable housing in Springfield for very low-income
residents. At a previous work session, the property tax exemption programs
were discussed and staff was directed to prepare ordinances for Council
adoption.
Mayor Morrisette opened the public hearing.
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1. Al Johnson, representing Springwood Good Neighbor Housing, provided
two handouts and a file for reference. The reports were prepared by
the Institute on Aging at Portland State University. The reports were
about livable environments for older people, including housing for the
elderly. Information also included a brief resume of material
presented earlier. This resume was partly based on the institute
material and other economic studies on elderly housing and its effect
as a net importer of funds and an economic stimulus. He explained the
applicant was staying with the original concept which the Council and
Planning Commission were presented with. He explained they were now
in the final land use approval process, having been through the plan
amendments, refinement plans and rezoning processes, and were now at
the point of special discretionary use permit and site review which
was a combined process. He explained the plans have all been
submitted to the city. He and his client, Mr. Dan Desler, answered
questions of Council.
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Dorothy Cummings, 205 North 35th Street, spoke regarding the property
tax exemption programs for the development of low-income housing. She
hoped Council would look at recommendation number two and investigate
options which could be available. She noted the developers were
already receiving a lot of public dollars to develop their projects
and receive reduced or no fees for permits. She explained she was not
sure how our community could handle this sort of tax exemption. She
discussed developers who were already tax exempt, and associated with
low-income property. She felt this was adding more tax exempt
property and, while at the same time, there would be a need for more
public services (police and fire protection).
Mayor Morrisette closed the public hearing.
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Councilor Walters noted Ms. Cummings did raise good points. He noted
Council had some of the same questions and clarified issues for Ms.
Cummings.
Councilor Berg discussed limiting the project to the elderly.
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City Attorney Tim Harold noted Council could adopt the ordinance presented
this evening, although he has not had an opportunity to review the cap
issue or limiting this to a particular class, the elderly. He explained
that if Council desired, to limit to the elderly either by ordinance or
standards and guidelines, staff needed direction and the city attorney
would inform Council if this was possible and suggest how this could be
done.
Al Johnson addressed the definition of elderly relating to the Fair Housing
Act.
Councilor Berg asked City Manager Mike Kelly whether, based on the city's
financial projection, he felt comfortable with the tax exemption. Mr.
Kelly replied that this was a difficult question. He explained Council was
looking at a 20-year exemption. He also noted that over this 20-year
period, there could be six or seven different Councils. He questioned that
if the new Council had the same priority related to low-income assistance,
he wondered what trade-offs would be made to the $100,000 in the future.
He did explain that the City had five-year projected goals and there was a
need for rental assistance in our community. He discussed usage of older
housing stock for first-time home buyers. He also discussed demographics
and population issues. He stated that in five years $100,000 could
represent 5% of the General Fund. He noted that Council needed to
recognize that just the Desler project would consume most, if not all, of
the property tax exemption program.
Council discussed caps, limits and SDC charges. City Attorney Tim Harold
and City Manager Mike Kelly provided additional information to Council
regarding elderly restriction language and application submission.
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IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BERG, TO ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 5668 - AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING ESTABLISHING A PROGRAM FOR TAX
EXEMPTION OF LOW-INCOME HOUSING PROVIDED BY TAX EXEMPT CORPORATIONS; ADDING
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ARTICLE XIII "LOW INCOME HOUSING TAX EXEMPTION," AND SECTIONS 2-13-1
THROUGH 2-13-8 TO THE SPRINGFIELD CODE, 1965 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 5 FOR AND 1 AGAINST (MAINE).
- IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BERG, TO ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 5667 - AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR
NEW LOW-INCOME HOUSING; ADDING ARTICLE XIV "TAX EXEMPTION FOR NEW
LOW-INCOME HOUSING," AND SECTIONS 2-14-1 THROUGH 2-14-4 TO THE SPRINGFIELD
CODE 1965, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 4
FOR AND 2 AGAINST (MAINE AND BURGE).
City Attorney Tim Harold requested clarification of Council. Mayor
Morrisette confirmed that the City Attorney was instructed to talk about
the elderly division and making that a part of either the ordinance and/or
the standards. He would bring back information to Council and advise them
on how to differentiate how that cap would be used in terms of the classes
and if it should be by ordinance or another process. Council would then
discuss this.
Council recessed at approximately 9:25 p.m. Council reconvene at approximately
9:37 p.m.
ORDINANCES
Mayor Morrisette explained the following three ordinances were listed under the
title ORDINANCES, although, they were public hearings.
4It 1. Withdrawal from Rainbow Water District EC SP 92 - 28.
ORDINANCE NO. 3 - AN ORDINANCE WITHDRAWING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED IN
NORTH CENTRAL SPRINGFIELD ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FIRTH STREET BETWEEN 20TH
AND 23RD STREETS (T17S R03W S25 MAP 12 PARCEL 6000); HERETOFORE ANNEXED TO
THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD FROM THE RAINBOW WATER DISTRICT (FIRST READING).
City Planner Mel Oberst was available to answer questions of Council. The
property owner requested annexation in order to develop the property for
urban use. The subject property was annexed to the City of Springfield on
July 6, 1992. The property is currently within the Rainbow Water District.
Oregon Revised Statues (ORS 222.520) requires that areas located in the
Rainbow Water District which are annexed to the City of Springfield be
withdrawn from that district to prevent double taxation. This must be done
prior to March 30th of each calendar year. Statutes also require that a
public hearing be held and public notice be given when withdrawing the
property. This is the public hearing and first reading of the ordinance.
The second reading and adoption is scheduled for February 16, 1993.
Mayor Morrisette opened the public hearing. No one appeared to speak.
Mayor Morrisette closed the public hearing.
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2. Withdrawal from Rainbow Water District EC SP 92 - 01.
ORDINANCE NO.4. - AN ORDINANCE WITHDRAWING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED
IN NORTH SPRINGFIELD, EAST OF 1-5, NORTH SCOTS GLEN DRIVE ON THE WEST SIDE
OF LAURA STREET (T17S R03W S27 MAP 10 PARCEL 4500); HERETOFORE ANNEXED TO
THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD FROM THE RAINBOW VATER DISTRICT (FIRST READING).
City Planner Mel Oberst was available to answer questions of Council. The
property owner requested annexation in order to develop the property for
urban use. The subject property was annexed to the City of Springfield on
January 21, 1992. The property is currently within the Rainbow Water
District.
Oregon Revised Statues (ORS 222.520) requires that areas located in the
Rainbow Water District which are annexed to the City of Springfield be
withdrawn from that district to prevent double taxation. This must be done
prior to March 30th of each calendar year. Statutes also require that a
public hearing be held and public notice be given when withdrawing the
property. This is the public hearing and first reading of this ordinance.
The second reading and adoption is scheduled for February 16, 1993.
Mayor Morrisette opened the public hearing. No one appeared to speak.
Mayor Morrisette closed the public hearing.
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Withdrawal from Rainbow Water District EC SP 92 - 37.
ORDINANCE NO. 5 - AN ORDINANCE WITHDRAWING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED IN
WEST SPRINGFIELD, WEST OF ASPEN STREET AND ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WALNUT ROAD
(T17S R03W S34 MAP 23 PARCELS 700); HERETOFORE ANNEXED TO THE CITY OF
SPRINGFIELD FROM THE RAINBOW WATER DISTRICT (FIRST READING).
City Planner Mel Oberst was available to answer questions of Council. The
property owner requested annexation in order to develop the property for
urban use. The subject property was annexed to the City of Springfield on
November 4, 1992. The property is currently within the Rainbow Water
District.
Oregon Revised Statues (ORS 222.520) requires that areas located in the
Rainbow Water District which are annexed to the City of Springfield be
withdrawn from that district to prevent double taxation. This must be done
prior to March 30th of each calendar year. Statutes also require that a
public hearing be held and public notice be given when withdrawing the
property. This is the public hearing and first reading of this ordinance.
The second reading and adoption is scheduled for February 16, 1993.
Mayor Morrisette opened the public hearing. No one appeared to speak.
- Mayor Morrisette closed the public hearing.
City Planner Mel Oberst noted for the record that the three above noted
withdrawals were public hearings and proper notification requirements were
met,
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4. Uniform Fire Code Adoption, 1991 Edition.
ORDINANCE NO. 5669 - AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE AND
UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARDS PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS
HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE OR EXPLOSION, PROVIDING FOR
CERTAIN EXCEPTIONS AND MODIFICATIONS THERETO, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Dennis Shew presented a staff report on this issue. The Department of Fire
and Life Safety is currently enforcing the 1988 Edition of the Uniform Fire
Code with Amendments. The Fire Code adopted by the City must be consistent
with State Fire Protection Statutes, and equal-to or more-stringent-than
the Fire Code promulgated by the State Fire Marshal. The State Fire Marshal
has adopted the 1991 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code.
Changes in this adoption of the Uniform Fire Code include the addition of
three hazardous materials permits: thermosetting plastic operations;
retail sales, public display and storage of fireworks; and use of
pyrotechnical special effects.
The local amendments allow the Department of Fire and Life Safety to seize
illegal fireworks and issue citations through the Municipal Court and to
regulate the parking of vehicles that require a hazardous materials
placard.
Major statewide changes include the adoption of rules that allow and
require fire department inspections of adult foster care homes, guidelines
for haunted houses, and a new article on thermosetting plastics.
Adoption of the 1991 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code with Amendments will
enable the Department of Fire and Life Safety to provide a high level of
fire and life protection within the City of Springfield.
Council discussed licensing in relation to hazardous materials.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BURGE, TO ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 5669. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
BUSINESS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
1. Committee Reports.
a. Councilor Burge attended the annual McKenzie Willamette Hospital Board
meeting (Hospital Facility Authority). Items discussed included the
approval of the lease purchase agreement for equipment. He also noted
the Board agreed to liquidate about $1.4 million in long-term debts.
b. Councilor Berg met with the Arts Commission. Items discussed included
funding for the purchase of a sculpture and art alley work.
c. Councilor Burge attended a Private Industry Council meeting. Items
discussed included goals and an upcoming orientation meeting to be
held.
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d.
Mayor Morrisette attended a Metropolitan Wastewater Management
Commission meeting. Items discussed included user-fee cost review,
audit and membership.
e. Mayor Morrisette noted the Lane Council of Governments would hold a
training session for all elected officials on February 25th.
f. Mayor Morrisette was not able to attend the Housing Policy Board
meeting. The Board held a goal setting session.
g. Councilor Walters attended a Eugene/Springfield Convention and Tourism
Board meeting. Items discussed included the proposed restaurant tax
in Eugene. He explained that Lane County Commissioner Jerry Rust
moved that it would be inappropriate for the Board to take a position
on this. This item was discussed in detail. City Manager Mike Kelly
and Economic Development Manager John Tamulonis provided additional
information related to funding, room tax, process for the VIP
Committee, intergovernmental meetings, and expenditure of funds. HE
also reported there was good news regarding development of the Bon
Marche building/property.
2. Committee Appointments.
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Library Board Appointment.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR WALTERS, TO APPOINT LORETTA SCHANZ TO THE
LIBRARY BOARD. THE MOTION DIED DUE TO A LACK OF A SECOND.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR ADAMS, TO
REAPPOINT KATHRYN WURTZ TO THE LIBRARY BOARD. THE TERM OF THIS
APPOINTMENT IS JANUARY 1, 1993 TO DECEMBER 31, 1996. THE MOTION
PASSED VITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
3. Other Business.
a. Council held a detailed discussion related to the subject of Council
invocations during the Council meetings. The Council requested that
the invocation resume.
b. Councilor Berg discussed a billboard located downtown. He stated the
owner of 3-M would be willing to remove it. He suggested Council
direct staff to write a letter to 3M requesting removal of the
billboard by November, 1994. Other options could be pursued if
necessary.
BUSINESS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
1. Purchase of Former Southern Pacific Right-of-Way to Enable Future Extension
of Pioneer Parkway.
Planning Director Susan Daluddung presented a staff report on this issue.
In November 1990, the Council authorized the City Manager to execute an
option to purchase from Sycan B the right-of-way for the future corridor
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extension of Pioneer Parkway. Council action is requested, to confirm the
actual purchase of the property. No public hearing is required.
The initially negotiated purchase price of $83,250 is being reduced by
$11,340 as a credit for money received from Springfield Utility Board for a
utility easement along the route. Closing is scheduled for February 2,
1993. Cost of escrow and recording will be paid by the city; title
insurance is to be paid by the seller. Payment of the purchase price and
closing costs will be borne by the Street Fund which has budgeted an
adequate amount.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BURGE, TO
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE FOR $71,910 THAT PORTION OF THE
FORMER SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY OWNED BY SYCAN B LYING
BETWEEN HARLOW ROAD AND GAME FARM ROAD. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6
FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
2.
Briefing on Joint Public Hearing Scheduled for February 4, 1993, Regarding
the Proposed Revisions to the Metro Plan Amendment Process and Amendments
to Article 7 of the Springfield Development Code Vhich Implement the
Proposed Metro Plan Amendments.
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City Manger Mike Kelly provided a briefing on the Joint Elected Official
hearing scheduled for February 4, 1993. The elected officials of
Springfield, Eugene and Lane County will conduct a joint hearing on
February 4, 1993 to accept testimony concerning a proposal to amend the
Metro Plan amendment process. Also on the agenda, but not a public
hearing, is the joint initiation of three Metro Plan Update amendments.
The proposed new Metro Plan amendment process was recommended by the
Metropolitan Policy Committee and translated into Plan text and Code
language this past fall. The version that will be heard on February 4th
will be adopted if all three governing bodies agree. If there is not
unanimous agreement, or until there is unanimous agreement, the existing
process will remain in effect.
The three site-specific Metro Plan amendments require joint initiation
because they are considered "up-date" amendments. The Hayden Bridge Road
(Springfield) and Vajert/Rossi (Eugene) amendments would extend the Urban
Growth Boundary to include the homes on these properties so that they may
receive fire protection and otherwise comply with zoning laws (these
dwellings are not permitted unless they are within the UGB).
The Kokkeler amendment, which would change the Plan designation of this
site from "Airport Reserve" to "Government and Education," will allow the
construction of an air cargo facility required by the FAA. The current
plan designation of this site does not allow this facility to be
constructed.
These amendments must be jointly initiated or they cannot proceed to the
hearing phase. Initiation does not constitute approval, merely agreement
to allow consideration of these amendments to occur.
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Councilors Adams and Berg had scheduling conflicts and would not be able to
attend the meeting.'
Planning Manager Greg Mott provided information regarding the format of the
meeting and the ordinances.
3. Other Business.
a. Councilor Valters noted he supported the letter Mayor Morrisette wrote
to the Register Guard regarding their bias toward the Springfield
community. Council discussed the negative image projected by these
articles and suggested that when appropriate, send letters to the
newspaper as Mayor Morrisette did. Councilor Walters stated he would
like to see Communications Manager Mike Moskovitz be responsible for
reviewing the newspaper daily and clip negative articles. He would
then like to see Mr. Moskovitz meet periodically with the managing
editor to bring these issues to his attention. Mayor Morrisette noted
that he had talked with Pat Yack of the Register Guard and he would
discuss this with other writers of the newspaper. City Manager Mike
Kelly would discuss this with Mike Moskovitz and would follow-up on
this project.
b.
Councilor Berg noted that the City Manager's Office ordered a video
tape for Council review. The tape was received from CBS News and was
Dan Rather's report in, Spotlight on America, regarding teenage
gambling addiction. The tape would be viewed during the next work
session meeting.
c. Assistant City Manager Gino Grimaldi clarified the schedule for the
Legislative Committee meetings. The Committee would tour Booth Kelly
on the 5th, the United Front meeting would be held on the 3rd at the
McNutt Room in Eugene.
BUSINESS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
1. The scheduled executive session was canceled.
ADJOURNMENT
THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT APPROXIMATELY 10:45 P.M.
Minutes Recorder - Julie Wilson
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