OCTOBER, 2000 URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY MEETING MINUTES:

OCTOBER 26, 2000

1.    ROLL CALL:  Chair Moore called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.  Chair Moore and Members Church, Peterson, Searcey, MacGregor and Welch answered the roll.  Member Lehmann was absent.  A quorum was present.
2.    CITIZEN COMMENTS AND CONCERNS:  Chair Moore asked those present who wished to speak in regards to the public hearing reserve their comments for that time.  There were no other comments.
3.    AGENCY MEMBER COMMENTS AND CONCERNS:  None.
4.    MINUTES:  The Agency considered the minutes from September 19 and 21, 2000.  Member Searcey moved to approve the minutes as presented, Member Peterson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on a voice vote.
5.    FINANCIAL STATEMENT:  There were no questions or comments.
6.    APPROVAL OF BILLS: 
   
A.    City of Waldport from September, 2000:  Member Welch moved to approve invoices #23 and #237.  Member Searcey seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on a voice vote.
    B.    Rich Hammersley from September, 2000:  Member Welch moved to approve the bill, Member Peterson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on a voice vote.
7.    PUBLIC HEARING:
    Chair Moore opened the public hearing on the subject of the demolition and possible uses of the downtown motel property.
    Gaylord Gillmore, 4348 Alsea Hwy., addressed the Agency.  He suggested that the property be utilized for youth recreational activities, with a governing board comprised of young people.  Member MacGregor noted that this was not a use specified in the Urban Renewal Plan, although there were other areas within the City that could be used for such a purpose.  The Agency suggested that he put together a plan and bring it to the City for consideration.
    Bruce Thompson, owner of the Old Tyme Fountain and Deli and representing the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Agency.  He suggested that the Agency consider allowing the Chamber to utilize the cleared area for weekend functions until such time as a decision is made in regards to the dispensation of the property.  Following a brief discussion, Member MacGregor moved to allow the Chamber to use the property, after it has been cleared, and once the issue of insurance and attorney approval has been obtained.  Member Peterson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on a voice vote.  The Agency instructed Mr. Thompson to take the issue to the Chamber Board and bring back a written plan to be reviewed by the attorney.  There were no further citizen comments, and Chair Moore closed the Public Hearing.
    A brief discussion ensued regarding the formation of the committee to look into the possible uses of the property.  The committee, comprised of three Council members, two Planning Commissioners, two Chamber members and two citizens, should have their first meeting in December.
    The Agency considered the proposals for demolition of the motel.  It was noted that the presence of asbestos did make the project more costly, as that would have to be handled by a certified asbestos remover.  Member MacGregor suggested that the Agency consider not removing the six apartments on the north side, as they could possibly be utilized for small shops.  The rest of the area could be used for parking.  Following discussion,  Member Searcey moved to accept the proposal from Weeks Construction, excluding the asbestos removal, the total of which would not exceed $25,000.  Member Church seconded.  Discussion ensued.  The motion carried, with Member MacGregor voting "No".  Mr. Dowsett would contact Mr. Weeks and set up a meeting to discuss the job with the asbestos removal expert.
    Chair Moore noted that Ms. Lawson is going to inventory the contents of the motel so that the materials can be declared surplus.  Once that has been done, the Agency could contact someone to handle the sale of the property.  He indicated that there were two letters in the packet from individuals in regards to salvaging some of the contents of the motel for personal use.  Mr. Dowsett suggested that the Agency consider selling what they can, donating what they can, and then allowing people to salvage.
8.    OLD BUSINESS:  None.
9.    NEW BUSINESS: 
   
A.    ODOT Sidewalk Grant:  Following a brief discussion, consensus of the Agency was to go ahead and apply for the grant, as the process could take two years.
    Member MacGregor left the meeting at 6:25 p.m.
    B.    Engineering Contract:  Chair Moore noted that the current contract was due to expire in January, the Agency should consider whether any changes should be made.
    Mr. McClintock gave a brief report on the status of the Urban Renewal Project, noting that the storm drain project was 99% complete.  He proposed that the Agency consider extending the employment of the temporary employees for another month, indicating that this would assist in tackling the additional projects in regards to I & I, especially since the weather seemed to be holding.  He had checked with Ms. Lawson, and the monies were available.  A brief discussion ensued.  Member Welch moved to extend the temporary employee's contract for one month, Member Church seconded and the motion carried unanimously on a voice vote.
10.    ADJOURNMENT:  At 6:30 p.m., Member Searcey moved to adjourn, Member Church seconded, and the motion carried unanimously on a voice vote.

Respectfully submitted,
Reda A. Quinlan
City Clerk

APPROVED  by the Waldport Urban Renewal Agency this 7th day of November, 2000.
SIGNED by the Chair this 7th day of November, 2000.

Gene Moore, Chair

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