HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/12/1994 Work Session (2)
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Joint Meeting
MINUTES OF THE JOINT MEETING
OF THE SPRINGFIELD CITY COUNCIL AND
SPRINGFIELD UTILITY BOARD HELD
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1994
The City of Springfield Council met in a Joint Meeting with the Springfield
Utility Board in Springfield City Hall, Library Meeting Room, Springfield,
Oregon, on Monday, September 12, 1994 at 5:50 p.m. with Mayor Morrisette
presiding.
ATTENDANCE
Present for the Council were Mayor Morrisette and Councilors Burge, Maine,
Walters, Beyer, Shaver and Schanz.
Also present were City Manager Michael Kelly, Assistant City Manager/City
Recorder Gino Grimaldi, Administrative Aide Shari Higgins, and members of
staff.
Present for the Springfield Utility Board were Mr. Cochran, Mr. Stovall, Ms.
Langdon and Mr. Kittridge. Board member Bob Adams was absent. Also present
was General Manager Steve Loveland of the Springfield Utility Board.
Mayor Morrisette called the meeting to order asked the Council and Springfield
Utility Board members to intr,oduce themselves.
Joint Meetinq with the Sprinqfield Utility Board
1. Water Service in the Urban Frinqe
General Manager Steve Loveland said Springfield Utility Board (SUB) is
looking to the City Council for support in the City's Urban Growth Boundary
(UGB) service area. He explained that Rainbow Water District services UGB
customers until annexation and then the service transfers to SUB.
Mr. Loveland stated SUB would like to plan for delayed annexations and
provide service for all new developments in the UGB. He stated currently
SUB is losing fees and master planning opportunities by assuming customers
from Rainbow Water District, after annexation occurs.
Mr. Loveland gave background information on SUB and spoke about the new
growth on the north side of the city. He explained SUB has been in
negotiation with Rainbow Water District since 1972.
Board Chairman, Tom Cochran reviewed topics of the joint meeting held last
year between SUB and the City Council. He stated SUB supports the City's
efforts in economic development and McKenzie Watershed Council
participation. He reminded the Council that SUB is a service provider for
the City of Springfield, per the City Charter.
Councilor Burge stated both SUB and Rainbow Water District are good service
providers for the citizens of Springfield. He suggested Rainbow Water
District serve customers in the UGB who will remain in the UGB for two
years or more, and SUB serve customers in the UGB who will annex within two
years.
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There was a discussion regarding utility planning and SUB feeling they are
out of the loop. City Manager Mike Kelly explained the delayed annexation
process and used a recent example of the McElhaney request.
Mr. Kelly described and referenced Metropolitan Area General Plan (Metro
Plan) policies and legal opinions.
Mr. Kelly raised the issue of fire protection contracts and stated the City
needs to develop a policy regarding providing interim services to new
developments until the time that annexation occurs.
Councilor Shaver asked about the rate differences between SUB and Rainbow
Water District. Mr. Loveland replied SUB is higher, usually by 20% to 40%.
Mr. Cochran led a discussion on SUB's acquisition of Pacific Power and
Light. He gave background information on the acquisition and prior City
Council decisions on development of UGB areas. Councilor Burge asked if
SUB has considered the acquisition of Rainbow Water District. Mr. Loveland
replied that although Rainbow has an efficient operation, SUB has not
considered acquiring the utility.
The Council and SUB discussed the Q Street and Kelly-Butte wells.
2. Annexation Strateqy
Mr. Kelly explained a recent annexation survey that was sent by the City to
approximately 2,700 households. He outlined the process that City staff
will use to create a possible annexation strategy.
The SUB board asked questions of Mr. Kelly regarding the survey and
results. Mr. Cochran stated SUB would like to work with the City to
incorporate current UGB island areas.
3.
Glenwood Status Report
Development Services Director Susan Daluddung stated a Cost Revenue
Analysis was completed in 1993 as part of a joint effort between the City
and Lane Council of Governments. She reported a Council sub-committee
consisting of Councilor Burge, Councilor Shaver, Planning Commissioner
Lutes, Glenwood Resident Steve Moe and members of staff will be meeting to
discuss the possibility of annexing Glenwood.
Ms. Daluddung said Glenwood does have their own water district, but the
City will be seeking information from SUB regarding annexation. Mr. Kelly
stated SUB will be invited to attend meetings of the sub-committee and will
be kept informed of issues.
There was a discussion regarding fire protection contracts for Rainbow
Water District, Glenwood, McKenzie Rural, etc.
4.
Wellhead Protection
Mr. Loveland explained the Wellhead Protection Plan SUB is currently
working on to identify well sources and land uses which may contaminate
water. He said the City may need to re-examine and SUB may need to monitor
current zoning within the City.
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Mr. Loveland explained the growing concern over wellhead protection and the
need for SUB to work closely with the City.
Councilor Shaver asked if SUB had maps of areas of concern. Board member
Bill Kittridge said they are working on maps with a contractor to find
zones of influence and also computer modules to use in conjunction with
other agencies. Councilor Shaver suggested including a map in the periodic
Review documentation.
Councilor Burge shared concerns over re-zoning land to protect wellheads
and the violation it could have on property owners. SUB employee Ken
Cerotsky explained the cost (approximately one-half million dollars) to
drill new wells and how important protection is. Board member Melinda
Langdon stated the need is to identify zoning issues, not re-zone property.
Councilor Walters stated SUB makes sense as a City provider and suggested
the City continue to work with SUB as a partner. He noted his concern over
rate fairness with Rainbow Water District and fire protection contact
issues.
Mr. Loveland closed the meeting by describing the single utility planning
concept and asking the Council for their cooperation in timing of service
to annexations.
ADJOURNMENT
The Joint Meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Minutes Recorder - Shari Higgins
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