FEBRUARY, 2001 COUNCIL MINUTES:
FEBRUARY 15, 2001
FEBRUARY 21, 2001
FEBRUARY
1, 2001
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Mayor
Lehmann called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Lehmann and Councilors Woodruff, Peterson, Boehme, Moore, Welch
and Church answered the roll. A
quorum was present.
2. CITIZEN COMMENTS AND CONCERNS: Susan
Thueson addressed the Council in regards to concerns about skateboarding on
private property, as they have been having problems at the new clinic.
She asked that the Council consider passing an ordinance against
skateboarding on private property and hold the parents responsible for
damages. Mr. Hammersley noted
that there are criminal mischief statutes already on the books in regards to
damage on private property, as well as parental responsibility.
He indicated that the City cannot do anything more when it deals with
private property. Mr. Hammersley suggested contacting the Sheriff's department
and reporting property damages, and did note that Newport and Siletz had
proscribed areas for skateboarders on public property.
3. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND CONCERNS: Mayor
Lehmann noted receipt of a letter from Southwest Lincoln Water District,
stating that they wished to include their staff and legal counsel at the
meeting. Discussion ensued. Consensus of the Council was to allow Southwest
Lincoln's staff and legal counsel
to attend as part of the audience but not participate in the discussion.
Mayor Lehmann noted that Mr. Weeks did a great job of removing the
motel structure, and praised the Urban Renewal Agency for their concerted
efforts in removing blight. She mentioned that the League of Oregon Cities was asking the
City for $500 for legal fees to pursue the Measure 7 lawsuit, even though the
City is not one of the participants. Mr.
Dowsett stated that the fee could be split over two budget years, and
explained that the League has an injunction in place to stop Measure 7.
The case was being heard on February 6 in Marion County, and the League
was asking for funds to continue the injunction.
Councilor Peterson noted the citizens voted it in, and could take it to
court if they wanted to, but the City should not participate.
Consensus of the Council was to drop the issue.
Mayor Lehmann indicated that she would be speaking to the City Attorney
regarding his contract renewal. She
asked that the Council forward any comments and suggestions to her by the
first of March. Councilor Welch
stated that he had attended the COG Board meeting in Albany, and they have a
budget of $10M for Linn/Benton/Lincoln County to provide senior and disabled
services in the tri-county area. He
has asked for specifics for the Waldport area to determine how much of the
money is being allocated and the type of services being provided. Councilor Church mentioned that Ms. Vagenas had planned on
addressing the Council regarding staffing at the Visitor's Center, but a
family emergency had prevented her from attending.
He also noted that vandalism appeared to be getting out of control in
the downtown area. Councilor
Boehme informed the Council about the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday at
1:00 p.m. at the new woodworking shop in the Industrial Park, and invited
anyone interested to attend. Councilor
Woodruff stated that she would like to participate in a visit to the water
facilities, and asked if there were any others who would be interested.
Consensus of the Council was that the new members should tour
the facilities, along with members of the Planning Commission if they were
interested. Councilor Woodruff
would be in charge of the signup sheet.
Mayor Lehmann noted several people present to be interviewed for
boards, committees and commissions and asked if the item could be moved up on
the agenda. Consensus of
the Council was favorable. Senior
Board: Mr. Dowsett stated that
Gary Pankey was not present but had called and expressed an interest in
continuing his participation if needed. Pat
Tryon appeared and was interviewed for the Senior Board. Britton Meatzie appeared and was interviewed for the Senior
Board. Because there were three
applications and two positions, the Council voted by ballot.
The results of the ballot were unanimous for Ms. Tryon and Mr. Meatzie.
Councilor Moore moved to appoint Ms. Tryon and Mr. Meatzie to
the Senior Board. Councilor
Peterson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on a voice
vote. Budget Committee: There was only one application for the Budget Committee.
Ms. Tryon appeared and was interviewed.
Councilor Moore moved to appoint Ms. Tryon to the Budget
Committee, Councilor Peterson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously
on a voice vote. Mr. Dowsett noted that there was still one vacancy on the
Committee. Library Board:
Joanne Cvar appeared and was interviewed.
Linda Rust Cardoza appeared and was interviewed.
Because there were two candidates and one position, the Council voted
by ballot. The results of the
ballot were five votes for Ms. Cvar, and two votes for Ms. Cardoza.
Councilor Moore moved to appoint Ms. Cvar to the Library Board,
Councilor Boehme seconded. The
motion carried unanimously on a voice vote. It was noted that the one application received for a position
on the Planning Commission was submitted by someone outside the City and
outside the current Urban Growth Boundary.
A letter of interest was distributed to the Council at the meeting in
regards to interest in reappointment from Commissioner Carol Ann Milligan.
Council Moore moved to reappoint Ms. Milligan to another
four-year term, Councilor Welch seconded, and the motion carried
unanimously on a voice vote.
Mayor Lehmann noted that the architects were present in regards to the
progress at Keady Wayside and asked if there were any objections to moving the
item up on the agenda. None were
voiced. Melica Dedijer and John
Ullman then addressed the Council. Ms.
Dedijer gave a brief update on the landscaping and the poles. John Ullman spoke about the "Art in the Park"
Project, explaining that the projects would have to be of a durable material,
and issues of potential vandalism would be worked out.
The patrons, such as a local business, would sponsor an artist's
project and the Committee was asking that the contributions be a 20-year
durable piece. He assured the
Council that there will be an approval process for the art projects, noting
that the Parks Committee will review the projects and make a recommendation to
the Council, so that nothing will be installed that does not meet the
Council's approval.
At 7:40 p.m., Mayor Lehmann noted that the Council should consider
the
Public Hearing for the Water SDC's which had been advertised for 7:30 p.m.
She then opened the Public Hearing.
Mr. Dowsett stated that the methodology had been provided to the City
and the notice requirements have been met.
There were no comments from the audience.
Mayor Lehmann closed the public hearing.
Mr. Dowsett indicated that the Council would have an ordinance or
resolution setting the new rates before them at the next Council meeting.
4. MINUTES: The Council
considered the minutes from the January 4 and January 18, 2001 meetings.
Councilor Boehme moved to approve the minutes as presented,
Councilor Peterson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously
on a voice vote.
5. STAFF REPORTS:
A.
Sheriff: Sergeant David Carey was present to address the Council.
In regards to concerns about skateboarders, he noted that accidental
damage under $100 would not be
considered criminal mischief. The problem is that no one knows who does the damage, as it
normally occurs outside of working hours.
Criminal trespass might be considered, and he suggested posting a sign
for no skateboarding, then prosecuting violators as trespassers.
Discussion regarding possible means of preventing vandalism and other
problems ensued. Councilor Welch asked for a report on the recent kidnapping
incident at the next Council meeting.
The suggestion of a citizen's patrol was discussed, Lt. Carey noted
that Siletz had formed such a group but the Council should be aware of the
potential problems. He would also
check with Lt. Stallard about possibly deploying unmarked vehicles in the
area. It was determined that the
issue would be further discussed at the next Finance and Administration
meeting, set for Tuesday the 6th at 10:00 a.m.
Councilor Peterson invited Ms. Thueson to attend.
B.
City Administrator: Mr.
Dowsett noted that he did not write an update of his status report as he was
out of the office. He verbally
updated the Council on the various issues, including funding for the sewer
bypass project and the water improvement projects.
In regards to Sewer SDC's, Ray Bartlett will have the draft study
available by the following week, and suggested he come down and review with
the Infrastructure Committee. A
special meeting would be scheduled if necessary.
Mr. Dowsett noted that the Regional Futures Forum by COG was going to
be four weekends, but is now scheduled for three meetings.
Councilors Boehme and Woodruff had expressed interest in attending.
The cost was $250 per person to help cover the expenses, which were
actually about $2000 per person. Mr.
Dowsett indicated that there were also scholarships available.
Following a brief discussion, Councilor Church moved to have
Councilors Boehme and Woodruff attend, with the City paying for one person and
asking for a scholarship to cover the other person.
Councilor Peterson seconded, and the motion carried
unanimously on a voice vote. In
wrapping up his report, Mr. Dowsett noted that the recent Urban Renewal bond
issue was successful. He
introduced Mike Cerbone to the viewing public, and stated that the first
meeting of the newly-formed revitalization committee would be Tuesday the 6th
of February at 6:30 p.m.
C.
City Attorney: Mr. Hammersley reported that he had prepared a couple of
memos in the packet, under Parks and Recreation (Skateboard Park) and
Community Development Block Grant Program.
He had no further reports and the Council did not have any questions of
him.
D.
City Engineer: The Council noted receipt of the report in the packet
materials, there were no questions.
E.
Public Works Director: Mr.
McClintock stated that he wished it would rain, and reported that this last
January was the fourth driest on record. However, the Weist Creek impoundments
were still full. The question was
asked about how the dry weather may affect the City's water supply in the
summer, and Mr. McClintock responded that it will probably shorten the
duration of obtaining water from Weist Creek, the City may have to switch to
Eckman Creek earlier than normal. He
noted that a recent spate of water line breaks were due to the malfunction of
a pressure-reducing valve on Crestline, which did not modulate as it was
supposed to. All the breaks had
been repaired to-date. Mr.
McClintock reported that, even with the lack of rainfall, it appeared the I
& I problem in Old Town had been resolved.
He informed the Council that he had been approached by the Public Works
staff with a request for uniforms, comprised of baseball caps, shirts and
jackets with the City's logo on them. He
wholeheartedly approved of the idea, had researched the cost, and would put it
in the upcoming budget. A
brief discussion ensued regarding the installation of the second tsunami
siren, which would be installed in the next couple of weeks.
It was noted that the current activation of the siren was reliant on
either manual switch or telephone. Councilor
Welch stated that the Fire District was in charge of arranging a connection
with LINCOMM, which should be done as quickly as possible.
Mr. McClintock's last item was in regards to the excavator, which has
been tried out and which measures up to the City's expectations.
He asked that the Council consider approving the contract with Hessel
Tractor, the total cost would be $60,000 for a four-year contract.
Councilor Church moved to approve the contract, subject to the
City Attorney's approval. Councilor
Moore seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on a voice
vote. The City Attorney would
prepare the paperwork. Councilor
Welch asked about a policy for the sale of treated water.
It was determined that this would be an issue for the Finance and
Administration Committee to discuss at their next meeting.
F.
City Planner: The Council noted the report in the packet materials.
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS:
A.
Finance and Administration: No
report.
B.
Infrastructure Planning: Councilor
Moore noted that the Committee had a productive meeting the previous week.
One topic of discussion was funding for the South Basin Sewer
Improvements (pump station and I & I work at the Golf Course). Mr. Dowsett noted that local funding is a possibility,
although the Bond Counsel would need to review the package at a cost of $1500
to $1800. Councilor Moore
mentioned that the original engineer's estimate was $250,000, but with Public
Works doing most of the project the
cost could be significantly reduced. Following
discussion, Councilor Moore moved to authorize Mr. Dowsett to proceed
with investigating financing for the project, to obtain the best funding
possible to allow the City to do the work this summer.
Councilor Welch seconded, and the motion carried
unanimously on a voice vote.
C.
Parks & Recreation:
1)
Keady Wayside -
Status of Trees: Councilor Church noted that Mike Cerbone has cored the trees
and reported that all but one were healthy.
He asked that the Council consider revisiting the issue of removing the
trees. Mayor Lehmann stated that
the tree removal had been proposed in order to make room for the restrooms and
additional parking. She explained
that the grant application had been written specifically for the site, since
part of the process included using the previously obtained grant monies for
the viewing platform as the "match" for the additional grant.
Therefore, if the decision was to relocate the restrooms to another
site, the current grant application would not be usable.
Discussion ensued regarding the removal of the trees, the location and
layout of the planned parking and restroom facility, the costs for maintenance
and upkeep, and potential vandalism.
Mayor Lehmann indicated that the previous action of the Council was to
apply for the grant, remove the trees, put in parking and a restroom.
However, the City has not yet submitted the paperwork.
Councilor Woodruff moved to delay the submission of the grant
application until the Council has seen and approved a plan for the proposed
facilities. Councilor Church seconded.
Discussion ensued. Mr. McClintock mentioned that the proposed location for the
restrooms would be on the north end of the park, in order to take advantage of
available water and sewer lines. Mayor
Lehmann asked for direction from the Council in regards to what was expected
from the Parks Committee, as they had already made a recommendation to the
Council. Councilor Peterson asked
about whether a motion could be rescinded by someone not on the council at the
time. Mr. Hammersley noted that
the Council was a political body which changed over time, and no contracts had
been entered into, nor monies spent. Mr.
Dowsett also added that the Council meetings were adjourned sine die.
Mr. Hammersley's opinion was that this was a political decision which
could be changed. Councilor Welch
expressed a concern regarding the timeframe for the grant.
Mayor Lehmann responded that half of the Opportunity Funds will be
decided on a case-by-case basis, the other half of the funds have a deadline
of May 31st, as they have to be allocated by the first of June.
Mr. Dowsett noted that the City would only have until the end of 2001
to spend the funds as well. The
motion to delay the grant application then carried, with Councilors
Woodruff, Boehme, Church, Moore and Welch voting "Aye", Mayor
Lehmann and Councilor Peterson voting "Nay".
Councilor Moore moved to remove the dead tree within the week.
Councilor Welch seconded. Discussion ensued. Mr.
McClintock noted that the tree would have to be removed by an expert, as the
Public Works department did not have the capability to do it safely.
The motion then carried unanimously on a voice vote.
At 9:02 p.m., the Council recessed for a 10-minute break. At 9:17 p.m. the Council reconvened.
2) Skateboard Park Memo: Mr.
Hammersley noted that there were no objections to the skateboard park from the
residents of the cemetery.
Councilor Welch indicated that he was very concerned about the progress
on the viewing platform, installing additional poles and the type of art that would be put up.
He then moved to limit the new installation of poles until the
Council can have a full review of the proposed artwork.
Councilor Boehme seconded.
Mayor Lehmann noted that the number of poles at the rear of the
platform was intended to give a sense of separation from the highway.
Councilor Moore asked if the review could be scheduled for the next Council
meeting, Mayor Lehmann responded that the artwork would take time, and there
was no guarantee that there would be plans available any time soon.
The motion to delay the installation of the poles then carried,
with Councilors Woodruff, Boehme, Moore, Welch and Church voting
"Aye", Mayor Lehmann and Councilor Peterson voting "Nay".
Councilor Moore asked that staff provide a copy of the architect's
original proposal to the Council for their review.
Mayor Lehmann asked how the Council wished the Parks Committee to
proceed with regards to finishing Keady Wayside.
A brief discussion ensued regarding the size, number, height and
placement of the poles at the viewing platform.
Mayor Lehmann noted that the next Park Committee meeting will be the
third Tuesday of the month at 6:00. Further
discussion ensued regarding the poles and the landscaping.
Mayor Lehmann asked if the consensus of the Council was to give Keady
Wayside to the Economic Development Committee for further development.
Discussion ensued, no further action was taken.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR: The Council considered the following items: City Engineer invoices from December, 2000 and City Attorney
invoices from September through December, 2000. Councilor Moore moved to approve the Consent Calendar,
Councilor Peterson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously
on a voice vote.
8. CORRESPONDENCE: The
Council noted receipt of a memo from the Social Security Administration
regarding the relocation of their office. No
further action was needed.
9. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: The
Council noted receipt of the following items:
Municipal Court Report for December, 2000; Senior Center Minutes from
December, 2000 and January, 2001; Library Board Minutes and Monthly
Circulation Report; Library Technology Plan Evaluation and Update; Library
Confidentiality Policy and Procedures for Implementation; and a Water/Sewer
Statistical memo. No further
action was needed.
10. PUBLIC HEARING(S) - Update of Water SDC Charge:
Previously addressed.
11. NEW BUSINESS:
A.
Long-Term Water Resources: Councilor
Welch noted that he had included an overview in the packet
materials and gave a brief review of the Rocky Creek project to-date which was
moving from concept to actuality. He
felt that the City should continue to participate in the study group, as well
as the Toledo water study group. Even
though the City has access to significant amounts of water, sufficient to meet
its needs for many years to come, the concern was that at some point the
Federal Government may remove or limit the rights to take water from those
sources. Councilor Welch
indicated that he would ask Mr. Dowsett to draft an ordinance for the City's
continued participation. Mayor
Lehmann mentioned that the RIB
monies which were financing the study stemmed from the fact that the smaller
communities could not come up with the monies to participate; Mr. Hammersley
indicated that this contribution should be considered when it comes time for
the cities to actually "buy into" to project.
Councilor Church noted that the City should also continue developing
its own water rights in order to create history and demonstrate need.
B.
Community Development Block Grant Program:
Mr. Hammersley rendered a written opinion that the City Council could
act as the review committee if it so desired.
Following a brief discussion, Councilor Moore moved to appoint
the Finance and Administration Committee as the Community Development Block
Grant Review Committee. Councilor
Welch seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on a
voice vote.
C.
Letters of Interest for Board, Committee and Commission Vacancies:
Previously addressed.
D.
Visitor Center Staffing: Councilor
Church mentioned that when the issue had been brought up at the previous
meeting, it had been somewhat of a crisis situation.
In the interim, the issue had been temporarily resolved.
Consensus of the Council was to discuss the issue during the
upcoming budget process.
E.
Consideration of Surplus Property Resolution: It was noted that this
resolution was to declare the obsolete computer equipment from the Sheriff's
department as surplus. Councilor Moore moved to approve Resolution No.
969, Councilor Welch seconded. The
motion then carried unanimously on a voice vote.
F.
Sheriff Contract Review Committee:
Mayor Lehmann noted that the current contract was up at the end of June,
and the information for next year would be needed for the upcoming budget
process. Councilor Moore
indicated that he would like to head up the review committee, if the Council
agreed. Mayor Lehmann suggested
that this might be a topic for the Finance
and Administration Committee. Councilor
Peterson moved to have the Finance and Administration Committee be the
contract review committee. Councilor
Boehme seconded. Councilor
Moore indicated that he would attend the meeting as a member of the audience,
to provide insight into last year's discussion.
Mayor Lehmann noted that any questions, comments or suggestions should
be forwarded to the Committee by March 1.
The motion then carried, with Mayor Lehmann and Councilors
Woodruff, Boehme, Peterson, Moore and Welch voting "Aye", Councilor
Church voting "Nay".
12. OLD BUSINESS: None.
13. EXECUTIVE SESSION(S): It
was determined that an executive session was not needed.
14. ACTIONS, IF ANY, FROM EXECUTIVE SESSIONS:
None.
15. ADJOURNMENT: At 10:03
p.m., there being no further business to come before the Council, Councilor
Moore moved to adjourn, Councilor Church seconded, and the
motion carried unanimously on a voice vote.
Respectfully submitted,
Reda A. Quinlan
City Clerk
APPROVED by the Waldport City Council this 1st day of March,
2001.
Kim D. Lehmann, Mayor
1. ROLL CALL: Mayor Lehmann
called the meeting to order at 5:32 p.m.
Mayor Lehmann and Councilors Woodruff, Boehme, Moore, Welch and Church
answered the roll. Councilor
Peterson arrived at 5:36 p.m. A
quorum was present. Mayor Lehmann
asked if there were any citizen comments or concerns.
None were voiced. Mayor
Lehmann asked if there were any Council comments and concerns.
None were voiced.
2. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS:
A.
Keady Wayside Park Workshop Discussion:
Mayor Lehmann noted that the meeting had been called by Councilor
President Moore and Councilors Welch and Church, she then turned the meeting
over to them. Council President Moore deferred to Councilor Welch, who
explained that he had suggested this workshop in order to resolve conflicts,
and reviewed the process. Each Council member would be asked for an opinion of
what they would like to see at Keady Wayside, what issues they may have
concerns about, and any questions they might have. Mayor Lehmann noted that
she felt it would have been more appropriate to have a workshop after the
opportunity for public input had passed.
Councilor Welch began the process, indicating he was for the completion
of the viewing platform, with smaller poles than were shown in the architects
drawing. Completion would include
the installation of the telescopes as soon as possible, as well as landscaping
and flower planting as the season indicates.
He was in favor of retention of the healthy trees, and congratulated
the Public Works Department for removing the dead tree.
He was in favor of rented or leased portable restroom facilities in the
park, had no strong feelings about placement but possibly at north exit drive.
He was in favor of adding six new parking spaces by paving the ditch
area next to Maple street in front of the park.
He was also in favor of artwork at the park that is compatible with the
natural setting of Alsea Bay. He
was against a permanent restroom facility that requires year-round
maintenance, given the history of vandalism and other unlawful activities at
various other parks, but could change his mind if compelling reasons were
given. His questions were whether
the creosoted telephone poles could be replaced with smaller and more
decorative poles, and whether a review process could be worked out for the
artwork to ensure compatibility with environment.
Councilor Church was for completing the viewing platform, and for
removing poles that were there and replacing with more decorative poles. He would like to go ahead with some landscaping, rocks, bark
dust, springtime planting of flowers, similar to Meridian Park, so it doesn't
look so barren. He was not for a
permanent restroom at the north end of the park, but noted that the Park
Master Plan includes portable restrooms for Keady Wayside, which he was in
favor of. He was against cutting
the trees down, but if there were
a possibility of increasing the parking by culverting the front of the park,
he would be in favor of that.
He was for putting up artwork, but against the City Council reviewing
and overseeing every piece of art that's installed.
Councilor Boehme was for the park being developed, especially the
completion of the viewing platform. She
noted that parking places were always needed.
She would like to see the trees remain, noting that the City did not
have many trees available in the downtown area.
She thought the Parks Committee could handle the review of the artwork,
and bring recommendations to the Council.
She had concerns about the safety of the creosoted poles and potential
liability. She noted that she had
not seen any plans for the restrooms and had questions about long-term
maintenance and supplies, as well as potential vandalism.
She suggested that the City obtain guidance from other communities who
had such facilities.
Councilor Moore was for finishing the south section (viewing platform)
of Keady Wayside, with the decorative poles that were in the original
architect's plans. He was for
removing the existing telephone poles, and proceeding with the landscaping.
As for the north section, he felt that the trees should remain,
barbecue tables/picnic areas should remain, and that the area not turn into
only a parking lot. He
noted that the Parks Master Plan calls for portable restrooms, which have
their own problems with vandalism. He
had surveyed some permanent restroom facilities which were low-maintenance and
somewhat vandalism-proof and had obtained plans which had been submitted to
the Parks Committee. He would be
for a permanent facility of this type. He
thought that the City should clean up and fix up the existing parking, noting
that by repainting the lines there might be an additional one or two spaces.
He felt that there was sufficient parking at the present time.
He noted that there were several possible areas for the restrooms to be
located without having to install the facility at the north end of the park. He was against the existing poles surrounding the viewing platform, and against the removal of
the trees. His question was how
the poles had been changed from the originally proposed decorative poles to
the current telephone poles, and wondered if there was a plan for the park.
Councilor Woodruff was for completion of the viewing platform,
including landscaping, glasses,
benches, etc. She was for the
poles being replaced, if feasible and not too costly.
She was for the park being cleaned up, and designed for more parking
spaces. She was in favor of
keeping the trees, but suggested that the City might want to underplant with trees that will take over in time.
She was for finding a place for a bathroom in the south part of town,
but would prefer it to be elsewhere than Keady Wayside.
However, if no other alternative was available, she was not against it
being there. She felt that the
process of finding the right site for the restrooms should be part of the
overall plan for the Revitalization Committee to look at.
She was against cutting the trees down, and putting a bathroom next to
someone's house. She was in favor
of a design review policy
developed by the Park Committee, so that they can make decisions about the
art. She was also in favor of
money being spent to fortify the Keady Wayside area by installing a barrier or
low wall to prevent washout from the action of the bay.
She suggested that signage to show tourists the location of things such
as restrooms, the Port area, the Interpretive Center, etc. be installed at the
Wayside. Her question was in
regards to the cost for replacing the poles.
She also suggested that since the Revitalization Committee was looking
at the overall plan for the downtown area, they could undertake the location
of a permanent facility, but a short term solution would be portable
restrooms.
Councilor Peterson was for restrooms, and for the continuation of the
process. He was for doing
whatever is necessary to improve the park, including restrooms and additional
parking. He was against members
of the Council micromanaging, as he felt nothing kills initiative more than
someone changing the plan. He
suggested that the project be turned over to Dawn McElroy and her friends, who
were currently cleaning up the
area next to the Post Office without benefit of either a Council or Committee.
Mayor Lehmann agreed that nothing kills enthusiasm like changing plans,
and the Parks Committee had been working on this for a long time. She was for cutting down dead trees, even the ones that
needed resuscitation, and completing the plan that was approved by the
Council. She was for keeping the
park project with Parks Committee, allowing Parks Committee to complete Master
Plan as adopted by the Council. She
was against the original totem poles on the original plan, as she felt it was
not proper to use Indian religious symbols.
She was against the Council approving art, and against requiring an
architect designing a parking lot. She
asked for a definition of the term "complete the viewing platform",
wondering where the money would come from to buy new poles, temporary
restrooms, and put in additional parking.
She was for public input, and noted that the Parks Committee did have a
lot of input for the Master Plan which was adopted in 1998.
Councilor Welch noted that there were many areas of agreement.
Areas of disagreement seemed to focus on money.
He asked Mr. Dowsett for an opinion.
Mr. Dowsett responded that Yachats had ordered and purchased treated
poles for a covered picnic area, and
there was a broker in Forest Grove who will give quote.
The cost would be dependent on the diameter of the poles, and Mr.
Dowsett speculated the cost would in the area of about $2500, stating that the
cost was approximately $200 @ for the longest ones used in the Yachats
project. He noted that the poles
can be treated with substances other than creosote, and he would obtain a
quote.
Discussion ensued regarding the cost for removing and replacing the
poles, and the amount of difficulty involved.
Mr. McClintock indicated that it would not take a great deal of time to
remove the poles. As for
completion of the platform, other than the poles, the landscaping needed to be
done and the telescopes installed.
Discussion ensued regarding the restrooms, permanent vs portable and
the costs. It was determined that
there was enough time to allow for public input but the costs should be
included in the budget process.
Discussion ensued regarding the status of the trees and possible
additional parking. Mr.
McClintock confirmed that it would be feasible to put in some additional
parking with the addition of a culvert, catch basin and some paving.
Discussion ensued regarding the status of Keady Wayside, the actions at
the previous Council meeting, and
whether it should remain with the Parks Committee.
Mayor Lehmann moved to give Keady Wayside back to the Parks
Committee, Councilor Welch seconded.
After a brief discussion, the motion carried unanimously.
It was determined that there would be opportunity for public input into
the Keady Wayside improvements at the next regular Council meeting.
Following a brief discussion, Councilor Welch thanked the Council for
participating in the process. Mayor
Lehmann introduced the members of the Parks Committee who were present: Sonna
Bell, Maggie Rivers, Mica Howe, and David Weisenback.
Ms. Bell noted if the poles are treated with Penta, it was more
dangerous than creosote. She also
mentioned that the jack pines came from her yard, and were planted as a
substitute for the tall trees.
3. ADJOURNMENT: At 6:52 p.m.,
there being no further business to come before the Council, Councilor Moore moved
to adjourn. Councilor Church seconded,
and the motion carried unanimously on a voice vote.
Respectfully submitted,
Reda A. Quinlan
City Clerk
APPROVED by the Waldport City Council this 1st day of March,
2001.
Kim D. Lehmann, Mayor
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Mayor
Lehmann called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present were Mayor Lehmann and Councilors Woodruff, Boehme, Peterson,
Welch, Moore and Church, and Board Members David Mitchell, Britton Meatzie,
John Coulton and Jim Goodwin were present.
Mayor Lehmann noted that the agenda included all agenda items that
would be on a normal Council agenda, and suggested the Council might consider
a motion to skip the rest of the items and go directly to "New
Business". Councilor Moore moved
to skip the rest of the agenda and go directly to "New Business",
Councilor Boehme seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on
a voice vote.
2. NEW BUSINESS - Water
Agreement Discussion: The Council
and the Board reviewed the original agreement, which had been adopted in 1998
and terminated in 1999. Following
discussion, the only change which was made to the document was as follows:
Under Section 8(d) Responsibilities of Service Providers,
the language would be changed to remove the sentence "The City
agrees not to extend water facilities within the District unless mutually
agreed by both parties." The
sentence would be replaced by the following:
"City and District agree that so long as the stipulated judgment
entered in United States District Court Case No. 00-6162-AA on September 27,
2000 is in force and effect, neither City nor District shall provide water
service to customers within the District except as provided in said stipulated
judgment or otherwise agreed to in writing by the parties to this
agreement." This language would be changed and reviewed by the City
Attorney for approval. Councilor
Peterson moved to have the City Attorney review the revisions to the
Cooperative Services Agreement. Councilor
Moore seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on a voice
vote of the Council.
Discussion ensued regarding setting up a board consisting of two
members from the Council, two members from the Southwest Lincoln Board and
inviting two members from the Yachats Council to look at long-term water
issues. The Council and Board agreed this would be a good idea.
Discussion ensued regarding the size of the service line connecting the
City and Southwest Lincoln Water District.
The Board and the Council agreed that, in order to provide adequate
protection, the line size must be increased from the existing 2" to
4". Mr. McClintock will work
out the details of the
improvement with Mr. Phelps.
3. ADJOURNMENT: At 7:35 p.m.,
there being no further business to come before the group, the motion to
adjourn was made, seconded, and carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Reda A. Quinlan
City Clerk
APPROVED by the Waldport City Council this 1st day of March,
2001.
Kim D. Lehmann, Mayor