ESTACADA CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
475 SE MAIN STREET, ESTACADA, OREGON
MONDAY, September 27, 2004 - 7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER BY PRESIDING
OFFICER
The
meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm.
Mayor Austin led in the pledge of allegiance.
Present: Cr. Marli Stauffacher, Cr. Cliff Atkinson,
Cr. Michele Conditt, Cr. Ben Erickson, Cr. Gavic (arrived at 7:15 pm) Mayor
Robert Austin, CM Randy Ealy, DCR Traci Hovda.
Absent: Cr. Arnold, CR Denise Carey.
CITIZEN AND COMMUNITY GROUP
COMMENTS
September Golden Rake Award – Cazadero Inn
Mayor Austin presented Sam Dunlop with the September Golden Rake Award.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve
September 13, 2004 Council minutes
Cr.
Erickson moved to approve the consent agenda.
Cr. Atkinson seconded the motion.
Motion passed unanimously.
COUNCIL BUSINESS
Municipal Judge Appointment – This issue was tabled
until the next meeting to allow staff adequate time to contact the current
Judge and the applicant.
Estacada Family Resource Center Funding request – ECF
Grant - CM Ealy recommended approving this request contingent upon complete
funding being secured. Cr. Conditt
stated that she has seen how worn out the carpet is in this facility and agrees
that it does need replaced. CM feels
that it is a hazard for some of the elderly that visit the building. Cr. Erickson would still like to have
clarification on the Community Center agreement, specifically regarding who
receives rent payments from the Resource Center and what that money is used
for. He does feel this is a great way to
support the Community Center.
Cr. Conditt moved to approve the request to use
general fund money to help the Community Center replace carpeting contingent
upon the Community Foundation funding the remainder of the project. Cr. Erickson seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Cr. Stauffacher–yes, Cr. Atkinson–yes, Cr.
Conditt–yes, Cr. Gavic–yes, Cr. Erickson–yes, Mayor Austin–yes. The motion passed with 6 yes and 0 no. Staff will keep Council posted if matching
funds are obtained.
Resolution 2004 – 17
– A resolution of the Estacada City Council opposing the passage of Measure 37,
that if passed by Oregon voters in November 2004, requires governments to pay
property owners, or forgo enforcement, when certain land use restrictions
reduce property value.
Mayor Austin briefly
reviewed the material in the packet and the impact of the measure. He feels that we should go on record as
opposing this measure since it has the potential of costing the City money.
Cr. Gavic is concerned
about not seeing both sides of the measure before making a decision. Mayor Austin stated that one of the documents
is from the Oregon Department of Revenue and it clearly states what impact it
will have on cities. Mayor Austin stated
that he is not in a hurry to pass the resolution and that council can take time
to review and then make a decision.
Cr. Erickson does
not feel comfortable supporting or opposing a measure as council business
therefore, he will abstain from any vote on this issue. Mayor Austin explained that several cities
have chosen to make a statement when it comes to something that impacts their
city such as this measure.
Cr. Conditt
understands Cr. Erickson’s concerns, but feels that voters will look to their
leaders for help in making a decision therefore, opposing something like this
that could have such an impact on the city is appropriate.
Cr. Atkinson moved
to approve Resolution 2004-17 - A resolution of the Estacada City Council
opposing the passage of Measure 37, that if passed by Oregon voters in November
2004, requires governments to pay property owners, or forgo enforcement, when
certain land use restrictions reduce property value. Cr. Conditt seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Cr. Stauffacher–yes, Cr. Atkinson–yes, Cr.
Conditt–yes, Cr. Gavic–abstain, Cr. Erickson–abstain, Mayor Austin – yes. The motion passed with 4 yes, 0 no and 2
abstentions.
Resolution 2004 – 18 – A resolution establishing a
2005 Centennial Committee for the City of Estacada.
CM stated there are a few people in attendance
tonight that are working on key parts of this event. Cr. Conditt moved to approve Resolution
2004-18 - A resolution establishing a 2005 Centennial Committee for the City of
Estacada. Cr. Erickson seconded the
motion. The motion passed
unanimously. Mayor Austin would like
people to contact him to be appointed to the committee.
DEPARTMENT & COMMITTEE
REPORTS
CM announced that he was engaged to Sarah Eli. The council congratulated CM.
CM discussed the ribbon cutting ceremony last week
regarding the Main Street paving project.
The project was on time and under budget. He also stated that the city has purchased
the property along the 4th street right of way. The Fire Department is considering it for a “burn
and learn” project.
CM attended a meeting all day today regarding PGE’s
relicensing agreement, which includes potential future uses of Timber
Park. Part of this discussion is the
possibility of making the portion of the Clackamas River from River Mill Dam up
to Cazadero a non-motorized use only of the river. This would allow PGE to improve the trail
system along Lake Shore and provide for better access off of Lake Shore. The Council discussed the proposal and feels
that the benefits of improving the Lake Shore area are definitely worth
it.
Cr. Gavic asked what opportunity motorized boaters
have for voicing their concerns. He
feels these recreational users would be greatly concerned about losing this
use.
Cr. Conditt would like everyone to start thinking
about a date in January when the Council can get together and review their
goals, especially with the new members that will be coming on board.
Estacada will be hosting the Clackamas Cities dinner
in October. Mayor Austin has suggested
using the Clackamas River Elementary as the location. He suggested having David Bugni speak
regarding the school master plan as well as the library bond measure that is on
the ballot.
CITIZEN AND COMMUNITY GROUP
COMMENTS
Irene Adams, 30333 SE Cemetery Road, complimented the City on the roadwork on Main Street. She feels they did a fast, fabulous job. Mayor Austin feels that Public Works also did a great job keeping the businesses and citizens involved and informed during this project.
COUNCIL REPORTS &
COMMENTS
Cr. Gavic congratulated the Centennial Committee. He stated that when given the chance he has some questions regarding the Judge position.
Cr. Conditt stated that the Library Foundation is working
hard to get information out regarding the library measure and asked everyone to
support them on the ballot in November.
Cr. Atkinson asked if staff has reviewed the idea of
funding an in-house planner. He would
like to see this addressed in the near future.
He also mentioned the upcoming Community Center casino night in
mid-October.
Mayor Austin thanked Phil Lingelbach for his hard
work on the Best Dam Run – he feels that it was a great event and well
attended. He discussed several recent and
upcoming events in and around Estacada.
He reminded the Council that the League of Oregon Cities conference will
be in Portland this November and recommended that they all register soon.
ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING
The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 pm.