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City of Springfield
Regular Council Meeting
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE SPRINGFIELD CITY COUNCIL HELD
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 1994
The City of Springfield Council met in Regular Session in the Springfield City
Council Meeting Room, 225 Fifth Street, Springfield, Oregon, on Monday,
November 21, 1994, at 7:05 p.m. with Council President Burge presiding.
ATTENDANCE
Present were Councilors Burge, Shaver, Walters, Schanz, Beyer and Maine. Mayor
Morrisette was absent (excused). Also present were City Manager Mike Kelly,
Assistant City Manager Gino Grimaldi, City Attorney Joe Leahy, City Recorder
Eileen Stein, Administrative Aide Shari Higgins and members of staff.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council President Stu Burge.
INVOCATION
The Invocation Was performed by Rev. Chuck Rouschek, Hope Lutheran.
SPRINGFIELD UPBEAT
1. City Manager Mike Kelly presented a Certificate of Achievement for
Excellence in Financial Reporting to Finance Director Bob Duey on behalf of
Acting Finance Director Pat Griggs and Finance Department staff.
CONSENT CALENDAR
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR SCHANZ, TO ADOPT
THE CONSENT CALENDAR. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
1. Claims
a. Approval of the October 1994, Disbursements for Approval.
2. Resolutions
a. RESOLUTION NO. 94-74 - A RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT PROJECT 1-814 AND PROJECT
1-836 FROM EUGENE SAND & GRAVEL, INC., IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF
$104,234.58.
b. RESOLUTION NO. 94-75 - A RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT PERMIT PROJECT 3-901:
OLYMPIC PARK SANITARY SEWER.
4. Ordinances
a. ORDINANCE NO. 5765 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE 8, "SPECIAL EVENTS"
OF CHAPTER VIII BUSINESS LICENSES, AND SECTIONS 8-8-1, 8-8-2, 8-8-3,
8-8-4, 8-8-5, 8-8-6, 8-8-7, 8-8-8, 8-8-9, 8-8-10, 8-8-11 AND 8-8-12 OF
THE SPRINGFIELD CODE PERTAINING TO SPECIAL EVENTS (SECOND READING) .
b. ORDINANCE NO. 5766 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE 2 "PARADES" OF
CHAPTER VI "TRAFFIC" SECTIONS 6-2-1, 6-2-2, 6-2-3, 6-2-4, 6-2-5, 6-2-6,
6-2-7, 6-2-8, 6-2-9, 6-2-10 AND 6-2-11 OF THE SPRINGFIELD CODE
PERTAINING TO PARADES (SECOND READING) .
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5. Other Routine Matters
a. Award Subject Bid for Project 1-864: Gateway Street North/Beltline Road
to I-5 Public Street Improvement to Babb Construction Co. Inc., DBA
Delta Construction Co. Inc., in the Amount of $933,166.33.
b. Approval for the City Manager to Sign a Three Year Agreement With a New
Insurance Agent of Record.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Request for Right-of-Way Vacation, Sycan B Corp., Applicant; Jo. No.
94-10-195.
ORDINANCE NO.3 - AN ORDINANCE VACATING A 3,818 SQUARE FOOT PORTION OF THE
CUL-DE-SAC BULB LOCATED AT THE WESTERN TERMINUS OF COLONIAL DRIVE, LANE
COUNTY (FIRST READING) .
Planner II Lydia Neill presented the staff report. Ms. Neill explained the
developer is planning a 15 lot subdivision and the vacation is requested to
provide proper street alignment and create a suitable corner situation at
Colonial Drive. She stated a sanitary sewer easement will be dedicated to
cover the maintenance of any sewer lines. Ms. Neill closed her
presentation by stating staff supports the request.
Councilor Burge opened the public hearing.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilor Burge closed the public hearing.
2. Establishing Liens for Grass and Weeds Cutting Charges.
RESOLUTION NO. 94-76 - A RESOLUTION THAT THE FINANCE DIRECTOR OF THE CITY
OF SPRINGFIELD BE AND IS HEREBY DIRECTED TO ADD TO THE LIEN DOCKET THOSE OF
THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT LIENS WHICH ARE UNPAID BY DECEMBER 13, 1994, UPON
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED ON THE ATTACHED LIST AND BENEFITED BY THE ABOVE
DESCRIBED NUISANCE ABATEMENT.
Finance Director Bob Duey presented the staff report. He explained
property owners listed in the staff report were notified that the City
intends to place liens on their property and sent notice of this public
hearing. He explained he expects all accounts to be paid in full, before
any actually come to foreclosure, as past practices have shown.
Councilor Walters asked why there were $35.71 charges assessed, as he
thought the policy was to charge a minimum of $100. Fire Marshal Dennis
Shew stated costs were associated per lot, but distributed per lot of
individual subdivisions. Mr. Leahy explained with subdivision grass and
weed removal, there is one cost assessed for travel, down loading, etc. and
the cutting time is divided by the number of subdivision lots.
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Councilor Walters stated the City should charge a minimum of $100 to deter
people from using the City's grass and weeds cutter just to get the job
done. Council discussed the current policy regarding cutting fees and
foreclosures.
Councilor Burge asked about using small claims judgments versus
foreclosures. Mr. Leahy explained the foreclosure method is more cost
effective to the City.
Councilor Burge opened the public hearing
No one appeared to speak.
Councilor Burge closed the public hearing.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR SHAVER TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 94-76. THE MOTION PASSED BY A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
3. Initiate Annexation of Territory to the City (McCabe - Jo. No. 93-10-168).
RESOLUTION NO. 94-77 - A RESOLUTION INITIATING ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN
TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD AND REOUESTING THAT THE LANE COUNTY
LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOUNDARY COMMISSION DELAY THE EFFECTIVE DATE TO JANUARY 2,
1996 .
Planner II Mel Oberst presented the staff report. He explained this was a
citizen initiated annexation of commercial property in the Gateway area,
currently developed as a Grocery Cart. Mr. Oberst explained the property
is currently in the Capital Improvement Program to extend sanitary sewer.
The property owner developed the property with septic and wants to annex to
hook up to sanitary sewer.
Councilor Maine asked why the full assessed tax value will not be on the
tax roll until 1995. Mr. Oberst explained properties are included each
year until July and then after July are posted in the next fiscal year.
Councilor Burge opened the public hearing.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilor Burge closed the public hearing.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR SHAVER TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 94-77. THE MOTION PASSED BY A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
4. Initiate Annexation of Territory to the City (Janisse - Jo. No. 94-05-117).
RESOLUTION NO. 94-78 - A RESOLUTION INITIATING ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN
TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD AND REQUESTING THAT THE LANE COUNTY
LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOUNDARY COMMISSION DELAY THE EFFECTIVE DATE TO JANUARY 2,
1996 AND APPROVE AN EXTRATERRITORIAL EXTENSION OF SANITARY SEWER.
Planner II Mel Oberst presented the staff report. He explained this is a
citizen initiated annexation for a single family dwelling off of Colonial
Drive, which was recently moved. The sewer is being extended from the west
for this site and the delayed date is also so the assessor can get the
value on the tax roll.
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Councilor Burge opened the public hearing.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilor Burge closed the public hearing.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR SHAVER, WITH A SECOND BY BEYER TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 94-78. THE MOTION PASSED BY A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
5. Initiate Annexation of Territory to the City (prociw - Jo. No. 94-08-163).
RESOLUTION NO. 94-79 - A RESOLUTION INITIATING ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN
TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD AND REOUESTING THAT THE LANE COUNTY
LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOUNDARY COMMISSION DELAY THE EFFECTIVE DATE TO JANUARY 2,
1998 AND APPROVE AN EXTRATERRITORIAL EXTENSION OF SANITARY SEWER.
Planner II Mel Oberst gave the staff report. He explained this is a
citizen initiated annexation in south Springfield, north of Jasper Road and
east of 46th Place. This is the first phase of a large subdivision and the
property owner needs sanitary sewer and fire protection.
Councilor Burge opened the public hearing.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilor Burge closed the public hearing.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR SHAVER WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR MAINE TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 94-79. THE MOTION PASSED BY A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
6. Initiate Annexation of Territory to the City (Miller - Jo. No. 94-10-205).
RESOLUTION NO. 94-80 - A RESOLUTION INITIATING ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN
TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD AND REQUESTING THAT THE LANE COUNTY
LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOUNDARY COMMISSION DELAY THE EFFECTIVE DATE TO JANUARY 2,
1998 AND APPROVE AN EXTRATERRITORIAL EXTENSION OF SANITARY SEWER.
Planner II Mel Oberst gave the staff report. He explained this is a
citizen initiated annexation of an eight lot subdivision in north
Springfield. The property is adjacent to city limits and the owner has
requested sanitary sewer. Mr. Oberst explained the delayed effective date
was for the residential subdivision, in which all lots should be built in
four years.
Councilor Beyer asked if access will be taken from 19th Street. Mr. Oberst
replied no, as conflicts would be created due to existing homes.
Councilor Burge opened the public hearing.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilor Burge closed the public hearing.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR SHAVER TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 94-80. THE MOTION PASSED BY A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
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7. Initiate Annexation of Territory to the City (East Haven - Jo. No.
94-10-206) .
RESOLUTION NO. 94-81 - A RESOLUTION INITIATING ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN
TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD AND REQUESTING THAT THE LANE COUNTY
LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOUNDARY COMMISSION DELAY THE EFFECTIVE DATE TO JANUARY 2,
1998 AND APPROVE AN EXTRATERRITORIAL EXTENSION OF SANITARY SEWER AND WATER.
Planner II Mel Oberst presented the staff report. He explained this is a
developer initiated request located in the Thurston area off of 67th
Street. He further explained this property is owned by MountainGate, but
is not part of the MountainGate residential development planned on Potato
Hill. The developers have agreed to a delayed annexation with an effective
date of January 2, 1988.
Mr. Oberst explained the process of annexation to a group of Boy Scouts,
Troup 7. Councilor Burge asked each scout to come forward and introduce
themselves.
Councilor Burge opened the public hearing.
No one appeared to speak.
Councilor Burge closed the public hearing.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY SHAVER, TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 94-81. THE MOTION PASSED BY A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
BUSINESS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Henry Stalick, 1644 Victorian Way, Eugene, stated he owns property on Gateway
Street and spoke of concerns regarding the Gateway Improvement Project. He
handed out a second, more extensive letter to the Council and explained the
City would be taking 12 and 1/2 feet of his property for street improvements.
He suggested the City consider a more cost effective way of completing the
street project, without taking such a large amount of his property.
Darsell Barton, 2290 Centennial Blvd, Springfield, spoke of being assaulted on
January 1, 1993. She gave details of her complaint and issues she has had with
the Springfield Police Department. She stated her concern for the way her
claim(s) were handled and the lack of cooperation she received from the Police
Department.
Councilor Burge asked Chief DeForrest to report back to the Council within two
weeks regarding Ms. Barton's claim.
Jessica Gulpan, 1044 Q Street, Springfield, spoke also regarding police
policies and procedures. She explained a claim she had filed and her
dissatisfaction with responses and resolution to the claim.
Kelly Wendt, 1155 N. 18th Street, Springfield, stated she is the Assistant
Manager of Inventory Auditors. She spoke of an incident on April 19, 1994,
regarding bullet holes at the business and a second incident regarding a
break-in, which happened in September.
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W.G. (Willie) Combs, 334 Scots Glenn Drive, Springfield, spoke in non-support
of Ballot Measure 8. He stated he was speaking as a member of the Budget
Committee and how he appreciated the support employees gave by not accepting
cost-of-living increases in past years. He stated City employees deserve to be
fairly compensated, including a full retirement program.
Shirley Gauthier, 538 W. M Street, asked the Council to reconsider their
contribution to the Centennial Car Camp. She asked for Springfield as a
community to contribute $5,000.
COUNCIL RESPONSE
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
1. Correspondence from H. Stalick, 1644 Victorian Way, Eugene, Regarding the
Proposed Gateway Improvement Project Cost.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BEYER, TO
ACCEPT AND FILE THE CORRESPONDENCE. THE MOTION PASSED BY A VOTE OF 6 FOR
AND 0 AGAINST.
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Correspondence from Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kramer, 3255 Gateway, Apt. 251,
Springfield, Regarding the Centennial Car Camp.
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IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR WALTERS, TO
ACCEPT AND FILE THE CORRESPONDENCE. THE MOTION PASSED BY A VOTE OF 6 FOR
AND 0 AGAINST.
BIDS
1. Award of Proposal for Architectural Services for Fire Station #5, in the
Amount of $46,000.
Fire and Life Safety Chief Dennis Murphy presented the staff report.
Chief Murphy asked the Council to award the bid for architectural services
for Fire Station #5 to Paul L. Bentley, Architect AIA, P.C. He explained
the required errors and omission insurance policy in the amount of $500,000
that the City requested. He stated this firm was the most qualified and
also the lowest bidder. Chief Murphy said the City Attorney has reviewed
the bids and he explained the review process. He asked that the Council
award the bid contingent on Mr. Bentley providing proof of errors and
omission insurance as an addition to his original bid. Chief Murphy read
the bid criteria.
Councilor Burge asked if the City Manager and City Attorney were satisfied
with the bid outcome. Mr. Kelly replied yes. Councilor Shaver asked if
the firm would also supervise construction. Chief Murphy replied yes,
unless the project is significantly delayed, and then the bid award would
need to be re-negotiated. He stated the dollar figures for design and
supervision will be separated as part of the final bid award process.
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IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR SHAVER, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BEYER, TO
AWARD THE ARCHITECT CONTRACT TO PAUL L. BENTLEY IN THE AMOUNT OF $46,000,
WITH THE CONDITION THAT THE FIRM OBTAIN A $500,000 ERRORS AND OMISSION
INSURANCE, WITH THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF BID PLUS INSURANCE NOT TO EXCEED THE
NEXT LOWEST BID AND TO PROVIDE THE CITY WITH A BREAK DOWN OF DESIGN VERSUS
CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0
AGAINST.
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BUSINESS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
1. Committee Appointments.
a. Arts Commission Appointment.
Museum Coordinator Kathy Jensen asked Council to appoint Linda Larson
to a term expiring December 1, 1997, to the Springfield Arts
Commission. She stated the appointment was approved by the Arts
Commission and the applicant meets all criteria for appointment.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BEYER TO
APPOINT LINDA LARSON TO THE SPRINGFIELD ARTS COMMISSION WITH A TERM
EXPIRING DECEMBER 1, 1997. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0
AGAINST.
Councilor Schanz asked if Council's discussion in their November 14, Work
Session regarding the Proposed Public Art Selection Process was valid, or a
vote in a Regular Session meeting was necessary. Mr. Kelly stated the
Council may conduct a vote during a Work Session meeting.
Councilor Schanz reiterated his concerned regarding the Springfield Arts
Commission choosing art versus the City Council purchasing and choosing
art. He stated he objects to the commission being the jury and felt the
City Council should make the final decision regarding purchasing and
choosing art. There was a discussion regarding the process discussed at
the November 14, 1994 Work Session.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR SHAVER, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BEYER, TO
RATIFY THE VOTE AND ACCEPT THE POLICIES AGREED UPON AT THE NOVEMBER 14,
1994, WORK SESSION REGARDING THE PUBLIC ART SELECTION PROCESS. THE MOTION
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5 FOR AND 1 AGAINST (SCHANZ).
2. Other Business
a. Councilor Shaver congratulated the Oregon Duck football team for
winning the PAC 10 Conference and securing a birth in the 1995 Rose
Bowl.
b. Councilor Beyer stated she attended the 1994 League of Oregon Cities
Conference and was present for a session regarding liquor license
renewals. Councilor Burge asked Councilor Beyer to provide the Council
with a summary of the session. Councilor Beyer congratulated Mike
Kelly for being appointed to League of Oregon Cities Board of
Directors.
c. Councilor Burge spoke about an industrial customer of his firm who was
upset over the amount of his system development charges (SDCs). The
customer has a 35,000 square foot building on Shelley Street. He
explained the amount of fees charged for storm sewer, sanitary sewer,
transportation SDCs and building permits. Mr. Kelly explained how SDCs
are collected from new users to pay for increases in growth. He also
explained that State legislation provides the criteria for collection
of SDCs and stated a memo would be prepared for a future communication
packet explaining SDC fees in Springfield.
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BUSINESS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
1. Police Department Policy - Inventory of Property Within Impounded Vehicles.
RESOLUTION NO. 94-82 - A RESOLUTION CLARIFYING AUTHORIZATION OF CHIEF OF
POLICE TO ESTABLISH POLICE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES TO INVENTORY OF LAWFULLY-IMPOUNDED
VEHICLES.
Police Chief Bill DeForrest assured the Council the Police Department will
respond to earlier comments regarding service from his department.
Chief DeForrest provided the staff report. He explained the item was being
discussed due to a recent court case involving the State vs. Custer and
evidence being discovered during an inventory. Chief DeForrest gave a
detailed explanation regarding the current police impound policy. Mr.
Leahy explained this item would be adopting a needed link to allow the
Chief to continue to run his department in accordance with current
practices and policies.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR SHAVER, TO
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 94-82. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0
AGAINST.
2.
Budget Transfer Resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 94-83 - A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND APPROPRIATING
FORFEITURES AND DONATIONS IN THE GENERAL FUND; AND TRANSFERRING AND
RE-APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN THE GENERAL FUND, THE TRANSIENT ROOM TAX FUND,
THE VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT FUND, AND THE SDC PROJECTS FUND.
Finance Director Bob Duey presented the staff report. He stated this
transfer resolution would amend the 1994/95 fiscal year budget for
appropriations of new revenue and transfers of existing funds within the
current budget.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR SHAVER, TO
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 94-83. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0
AGAINST.
3. Pacific Mutual Retirement Plan.
Human Resources Director Frank Hotchkiss presented the staff report. He
gave background information on previous Council discussions regarding
retirement. Mr. Hotchkiss stated the Council is asked to approve the
recommendation of the consulting actuary and the Retirement Management
Committee to credit retirement accounts at an interest rate of 9% for
fiscal year 93/94. He reminded the Council that the 9% guarantee comes
from the retirement reserve account, which can only be used to supplement
employee's retirement plans and not the General Fund. Mr. Hotchkiss stated
the retirement plan reserve account has adequate funds for the guarantee.
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Councilor Burge questioned the guarantee and asked specifics regarding the
proposed contribution plan which begins in January 1995. Mr. Hotchkiss
explained Internal Revenue Service requirements for use of reserve account
funds and how the 9% interest guarantee can be funded through reserves. He
also gave brief details about the new retirement plan the City is
researching. He explained more information will be provided to the Council
about the plan beginning in January 1995.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR MAINE, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BEYER TO
APPROVE THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CONSULTING ACTUARY AND THE RETIREMENT
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE TO CREDIT RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS AT AN INTEREST RATE OF
9% FOR FISCAL YEAR 93/94. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0
AGAINST.
4. Resolution for Oregon Business Development Funding for Expansion of Soft
Tech Design and Construction.
RESOLUTION NO. 94-84 - A RESOLUTION REOUESTING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION AND THE STATE OF OREGON TO ASSIST IN THE FINANCING OF THE SOFT
TECH DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION EXPANSION PROJECT WITHIN THE CITY OF
SPRINGFIELD, THROUGH THE OREGON BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT FUND, SECURED BY THE
IMPROVEMENTS AS PROVIDED BY ORS 285.413.
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Community and Economic Development Manager John Tamulonis gave the staff
report. He explained the resolution asks for City Council approval for
State Oregon Economic Development Department (OEDD) funding for the
expansion of Soft-Tech to a location outside of Booth-Kelly.
Councilor Shaver asked if businesses must meet any criteria. Mr. Tamulonis
said the Oregon Business Development Fund has criteria, such as adding
employees. Councilor Burge mentioned Soft-Tech's yard area at Booth-Kelly
had debris and was not being maintained. He asked the City to clean-up the
property and access charges against Soft-Tech's security deposit. He
stressed the property should be left in compliance by Soft-Tech.
Councilor Maine asked what merit City approval has on OEDD approval. Mr.
Tamulonis stated City approval lets the State know that Springfield
approves of the business as part of the community, but does not designate
design or construction approval.
Property Manager Jim Douglas stated Soft-Tech does have approval to store
its crane outside and will contact them regarding the debris Councilor
Burge mentioned. He discussed possible clients who want to lease the space
if Soft-Tech does terminate its lease early. Councilors Walters, Beyer and
Shaver supported the resolution and applauded Soft-Tech's business.
IT WAS MOVED BY COUNCILOR WALTERS, WITH A SECOND BY COUNCILOR BEYER, TO
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 94-84. THE MOTION PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 6 FOR AND 0
AGAINST.
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Other Business.
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Mr. Kelly reminded the Council of the November 22, Joint Elected Officials
Meeting at 5:30 p.m. at the Campbell Senior Center in Eugene. Mr. Kelly
and Development Services Director Susan Daluddung discussed the format of
the meeting and agenda topics.
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BUSINESS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
Mr. Leahy distributed a memo regarding Ballot Measure 8. He explained the
memo is an update regarding implementation of the process agreed upon by
the City Council.
Councilor Walters stated the mission of Springfield Arts Commission does
not state "promote Springfield's heritage" or "promote local heritage", and
he felt it should be added. He asked if and when the City Council approved
the mission statement. Mr. Kelly stated the Council and Arts Commission
could revisit the mission statement at their next joint meeting. Mr.
Tamulonis added he would work with Museum Coordinator Kathy Jensen
regarding the suggested change.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Minutes Recorder - Shari Higgins
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