ESTACADA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

ESTACADA CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS

475 SE MAIN STREET, ESTACADA, OREGON

MONDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2006 - 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. Norm Ernst, Cr. Kay Nelson, Cr. Becky Arnold, Mayor Bob Austin, PWF Chris Randall, DCR Traci Hovda.

 

Absent:  Cr. Michele Conditt, Cr. Richard Hartwig, Cr. Ben Erickson, CM Randy Ealy.

 

CITIZEN AND COMMUNITY GROUP COMMENTS                                                       

 

Bill Hilands, 2698 SW Ravensview Drive, Portland, discussed his frustration trying to complete the ½ road improvements along his property.  The Mayor recommended Mr. Hilands continue working with staff to resolve the issue. 

 

CONSENT AGENDA                                                                                                

*      Approve September 25, 2006 Council minutes

*      Estacada Area Arts Commission Appointment – Am Griswold

 

Cr. Nelson moved to adopt the consent agenda.  Cr. Arnold seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

DEPARTMENT & COMMITTEE REPORTS                                                                            

 

Clackamas County Sheriff Report – Lt. Slaney reviewed the September report and answered questions from the council.

 

Lt. Slaney also provided information about the upcoming Sheriff’s levy that is on the November ballot. 

 

City Manager – report in the packet.

 

Mayor Austin stated that Estacada would be hosting the Clackamas Cities dinner Thursday.  The keynote speaker will discuss emergency management in Clackamas County.  He also discussed the upcoming Metro planning meetings.  He will be reporting back to the Council.  There will be two town hall meetings here at City Hall this week. 

 

COUNCIL BUSINESS                                                                                                        

 

Resolution 2006 – 21 – A Resolution authorizing the 4th Avenue project, establishing and authorizing an official signator to execute all required documents pertaining to the project, and assuring the budget for ongoing operation and maintenance.

 

Cr. Nelson moved to adopt Resolution 2006 – 21 – A Resolution authorizing the 4th Avenue project, establishing and authorizing an official signator to execute all required documents pertaining to the project, and assuring the budget for ongoing operation and maintenance. Cr. Ernst seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

Resolution 2006 – 22 – A Resolution authorizing the installation of traffic control devices in the matter of establishing stop signs on NE Shafford Street at the intersection of NE Carol Street. 

 

Cr. Arnold moved to adopt Resolution 2006 – 22 – A Resolution authorizing the installation of traffic control devices in the matter of establishing stop signs on NE Shafford Street at the intersection of NE Carol Street.  Cr. Nelson seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

Resolution 2006 – 23 – A Resolution authorizing the installation of traffic control devices in the matter of establishing stop signs on NE Cemetery Road at the intersection of NE Foothills Drive.

 

Cr. Ernst moved to adopt Resolution 2006 – 23 – A Resolution authorizing the installation of traffic control devices in the matter of establishing stop signs on NE Cemetery Road at the intersection of NE Foothills Drive.  Cr. Arnold seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

City Hall Conditions Analysis – Approve Architect - PWF stated this study was budgeted for and was included as information to the council.  Cr. Nelson asked if this went out for bid.  Mayor Austin said the company was chosen because of our relationship with the library project.   

 

CITIZEN AND COMMUNITY GROUP COMMENTS                                                       

 

COUNCIL REPORTS & COMMENTS                                                                          

 

Cr. Arnold attended the League of Oregon Cities conference.  She felt the City obtained some great information.  She stated that Mayor Austin was elected unanimously as the President of the League in the upcoming year.  She feels it is a great opportunity and really nice to hear such nice things about Estacada.  She congratulated Mayor Austin.  Cr. Arnold also attended a scenic byway meeting with the Forest Service.  She encouraged everyone to vote and asked voters to do their own research and make their own decisions.

 

Cr. Nelson discussed the Veteran’s Day parade and rally.  They are very excited about the turn out and support that they have received. 

 

Mayor Austin encouraged everyone to get informed and go out and vote.

 

ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING

 

          The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 pm.