City Council Minutes - 05/25/2021 " City of Tigard
City Council Meeting Minutes
TIGAR ' May 25, 2021
STUDY SESSION
At 6:30 p.m. Mayor Snider called the Tigard City Council Study Session to order
A. Discuss Solid Waste Management Service Level Changes
Present: Mayor Snider, Council President Lueb, Councilor Shaw, Councilor Newton,Public
Works Director Rager,Utility Executive Manager Goodrich, City Manager Rymer,Assistant City
Manager Nyland,Kristin Leichner from Pride Disposal,Dean Kampfer from Waste Management
Utility Executive Manager Goodrich led this discussion. He introduced Chris Bell from Bell
Associates, the city's financial consultant for solid waste. Representatives from the local waste
haulers were invited to participate in case there are questions.The slide show is in the packet for
this meeting.
Utility Executive Manager Goodrich said the city received customer inquiries about increasing the
yard debris recycling service level. The current service level is every other week and customers
wanted to double up on the amount of materials.There is also interest in the ability to compost
food scraps.The city provided responses to those customers but also initiated an Engage Tigard
webpage survey.There were 316 respondents and the results of the survey were:
69%would like the convenience of weekly yard debris pick up
64%would be willing to pay approximately$2-$3 more monthly for this service
69%would support composting collection if it was included in yard debris pickup
63%would support composting service if it was included in the higher fees for weekly yard
debris pick up
Comments included concerns about increased truck traffic during winter when the yard recycling
totes remain empty.They asked about leaf collection services at the street level during fall months
in place of increasing this service level. This is an issue for haulers because labor and equipment
fixed costs need to be spread out over a 12-month period.
Most positive comments reflected the desire to compost using their yard recycle totes. 18
customers said not to change a thing, they are happy with current service levels.
Based on the survey results staff decided to move forward with a cost-of-service analysis. Chris
Bell of Bell and Associates gave a presentation on yard recycling service alternatives:
• Weekly yard debris
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• Weekly yard debris plus residential organics
• Weekly yard debris plus residential organics and every other week (EOW) recycling
collection
• EOW recycling and glass collection.
Mr. Bell said yard debris diverts 24%of collected tons from City of Tigard customers. Costs last
year were an anomaly because more people were home, but the average is 723 pounds of yard
debris per customer per year. Cost effects for haulers and customers include:
Alternative 1: Increase yard debris collection to weekly service
Both haulers would need to purchase another truck (lead time is 6-12 months)
If a decision is made in June for a January start date,new trucks could be in place by
March 2022.
Cost increase is $2.53 per customer per month
Alternative 2: Increase residential organics collection
Increased processing cost due to DEQ regulations
Cost would be $100,900 for each hauler or .75 cents per customer per month
The estimated increase of diverted food from Tigard would be 158 tons
Rate would increase $3.28 per customer per month with the introduction of food
waste. ($2.53 collection and .75 cents for additional processing)
Alternative 3: Switch to weekly yard debris and EOW recycling
Increase of$1.30 for yard debris collection.
Adding organics to that would make it$2.05. ($1.30 for collection and .75 cents for
additional processing)
Metro would need to approve. But Sherwood, Hillsboro, and unincorporated
Washington County are providing EOW collection of commingled recycling.
Alternative 4: Increasinglg ass pickup from monthly to EOW
.72 cents per customer per month.
Councilor Newton asked if there was a survey question about glass pick up and Utility
Executive Manager Goodrich said it came up as a question from the haulers. It might make
sense to have glass be picked up on the same schedule as comingled recycling. Councilor
Newton asked if there would be an option to downsize the bin when they don't need as much
room. Mr. said the equipment is designed for the totes that are in use. Adding food scraps
to the yard debris does not cause issues.
Councilor Shaw asked about lead time for extra trucks and personnel and whether there were
backup trucks so this could commence sooner. Would they consider using an electric
garbage truck?
Council President Lueb asked if there is an option for adding an additional yard debris tote.
She asked how many residents take advantage of this during the summer and fall and then go
back down during the winter. Mr. Goodrich said it was a 12-month commitment. Council
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President Lueb gave a shout-out to Pride for changing out totes for new, clean ones each
year.
Mayor Snider asked how much it costs per month for someone to get a second yard debris tote.
The answer is $4.48 per month.
Kristin Leichner from Pride Disposal said less than 8 percent take advantage of the second yard
debris cart. She responded to Councilor Shaw's question and said they do have spare trucks for
phasing out but would keep them longer if this program goes into effect. She said they are in the
process of converting their fleet to compressed natural gas and while they are interested in
electric trucks, the technology is a few years away. There are some concerns about weight. They
are also concerned about extra inventory for seasonal carts.
Mayor Snider said he doesn't consider labor as a fixed cost and asked for Kristin Leichner's
comment. She responded that they consider labor a fixed cost in terms of not laying people off
during times when they don't need them because trained drivers with a commercial driver's
license are hard to find. Inconsistencies in the collection process make it harder to keep trained
staff.
Dean Kampfer from Waste Management returned to the original theme regarding frequency of
collection and suggested not giving up frequency of recycling as there is a much better
environmental gain by diverting hard items vs. more yard debris. He responded to the comment
on cart size and said yard debris carts are a standardized size. In response to Councilor Shaw's
question on electric trucks he commented that they are cutting edge and coming in the future but
are not perfected for the industry at this time. He added that the weight of a fully loaded truck is
50,000-60,000 pounds and turning fuel programs on and off does not work well for their
business. He said Waste Management made a commitment to convert to renewable natural gas
and in Portland and Washington County they have 150 trucks, the largest fleet in Oregon. He
added that their trucks are not depreciated so it would be foolish to transition to other trucks at
this time.
Executive Utility Manager Goodrich said now that we have a cost-of-service analysis he suggests
going back to the community to ask more pointed questions and if there is a desire to make
changes. It would then come back to Council to see if there is support to make any type of
change in the next 3-6 months. The next scheduled rate increase is programmed for January 2022.
There is lead time and some flexibility such as starting every week yard debris and rolling out
food waste later.
Mayor Snider said getting 600 people engaging on this topic made him more confident in making
decisions. Council suggested that the next survey not be too complicated; five questions would be
good. Youth Councilor Calderon suggested using simple language and explaining that organics
means food compost.
Public Works Director Rager acknowledged John Goodrich on his retirement. This is his last
action. He was hired in 2005 and within a short amount of time became a manager and a valued
member of the organization. He managed the three utilities and could always be counted on to
help. He worked with the water division to bring about best practices and helped with the
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bond rating project. Mayor Snider said the community should know that one of the main reasons
water coming from their tap is safe,is because of John. Councilor Newton recalled that around
the time of consideration of the move to the Lake Oswego-Tigard Water Partnership, every
customer that wrote in got a personal email from him. He would evaluate their bill and make
suggestions on how they could affect their cost, a great example of how to engage with the
community when there is a difficult issue. Council President Lueb thanked him for his
partnership and noted he explained to her how utilities work and showed her the water treatment
facility to make sure she understood. Councilor Shaw said he did an excellent job bringing her up
to speed as a new member of the Council.
1. BUSINESS MEETING
A. At 7:30 p.m. Mayor Snider called the City Council and Town Center Development Agency
meeting to order.
B. City Recorder Krager conducted a roll call vote.
Present Absent
Mayor Snider ✓
Youth Councilor Calderon ✓
Councilor Goodhouse ✓
Councilor Newton ✓
Council President Lueb ✓
Councilor Shaw ✓
C. Mayor Snider asked everyone to mute their mics and join him in the Pledge of
Allegiance. A flag was projected on the screen.
Mayor Snider read a statement on the City's response to George Floyd's death on the one-year
anniversary of his murder. His statement has been added to the record for this meeting.
D. Call to Council and Staff for Non-Agenda Items—None.
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
A. Follow-up to Previous Public Comment—None.
B. Public Comment—Written: Written: 1. A man emailed and expressed concerns about litter,
excrement and drug paraphernalia he said was spread by homeless people on the Fanno Creek
Trail and walking paths. 2. Debbie Sanchez proposed converting one tennis court at
Summerlake Park into two pickleball courts. 3. Housing Land Advocates and the Fair Housing
Council of Oregon wrote in support of Agenda Item No. 6.
C. Public Comment—Phone-In: There were no callers in the queue. He requested that those
wanting to testify for Agenda Items 6 and 7 should call in at the beginning of those public
hearings.
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D. Council Liaison Reports—Due to time constraints there was just one liaison report. Councilor
Newton commented that there was a very informative discussion at a recent Public Safety
Advisory Board meeting on the mental health response team coordinated by Washington
County. She said PSAB meetings are available on YouTube on the city's website.
3. CONSIDER RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR TIGARD HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENT ENVOY CAROLINE FRISIRAS
Mayor Snider thanked Tigard High Envoy Frisiras for her monthly reports to Council during the
2020-21 school year and wished her the best in her future endeavors. He read a resolution of
appreciation and asked that a signed copy of the resolution be mailed to her.
Council President Lueb moved to approve Resolution No. 21-15. Councilor Shaw seconded the
motion. City Recorder Krager read the number and title of the resolution and conducted a roll call
vote.
Resolution No. 21-15 -A RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING AND
COMMENDING CAROLINE FRISIRAS FOR HER SERVICE AS TIGARD
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ENVOY TO THE CITY OF TIGARD
Yes No
Mayor Snider ✓
Councilor Goodhouse (Absent)
Councilor Newton ✓
Council President Lueb ✓
Councilor Shaw ✓
4. CONSIDER RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPOINTING AN ALTERNATE TIGARD
TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE (TTAC) MEMBER TO VOTING MEMBER
Senior Transportation Planner Roth presented this item. Serge Killingsworth is currently a non-
voting member of TTAC. A voting member resigned from her position because she moved. The
usual process is to consider the most senior alternate member to appoint to a voting position and it
is staff s recommendation to appoint Serge Killingsworth to that position.
Council President Lueb moved to approve Resolution 21-16. Councilor Shaw seconded the motion.
City Recorder Krager read the number and title of the resolution and conducted a roll call vote.
Resolution No. 21-16 -A RESOLUTION APPOINTING SERGE
KILLINGSWORTH TO BECOME A VOTING MEMBER OF THE
TIGARD TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO
COMPLETE THE TERM VACATED BY SARAH SERATA
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Yes No
Mayor Snider ✓
Councilor Goodhouse (Absent)
Councilor Newton ✓
Council President Lueb ✓
Councilor Shaw ✓
5. CONSIDERATION OF FILLING A VACANCY ON THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY
BOARD
Management Analyst Ramos presented this item on selecting a person to fill a vacancy as alternate
on the Public Safety Advisory Board.The alternate vacated the spot due to the ongoing investigation
of the officer-involved shooting. Staff is bringing forward Nick Jarmer to be considered for the
position. Mr.Jarmer is one of the 32 original applicants for PSAB and was in the top 16 finalists
chosen by Council and the community caucus in October last year. He was also considered in April
for an opening on the PSAB. Mayor Snider commented that they are putting someone very
qualified in the role.
Councilor Newton moved to appoint Nick Jarmer to the Public Safety Advisory Board. Councilor
Shaw seconded the motion. City Recorder Krager conducted a roll call vote.
Yes No
Mayor Snider ✓
Councilor Goodhouse (Absent)
Councilor Newton ✓
Council President Lueb ✓
Councilor Shaw ✓
The motion passed unanimously. Mayor Snider announced that the motion passed unanimously and
welcomed him to the PSAB. He requested that staff mail him a city pin.
6. LEGISLATIVE PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER ORDINANCE AMENDING
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO ADOPT HOUSING NEEDS ANALYSIS UPDATE
A. Mayor Snider opened the public hearing.
B. Hearing Procedures—Mayor Snider announced that anyone may testify by
phone and may call in to get the queue now by calling 503-966-4101.
C. Senior Planner Warren gave the staff report on the Housing Needs Analysis (HNA),which
was last done in 2013 as part of periodic review. The Housing Needs Analysis is an
important part of the city's Comprehensive Plan. It is required by law and is the means by
which the city demonstrates compliance with Statewide Planning Goal 10 and related
statewide housing statutes. It provides a detailed look at the city's supply of buildable lands
and its projected growth over the next 20 years. Any difference between those figures shows
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the city where it has a projected surplus or deficit of those lands. A Housing Needs Analysis
also looks at factors such as the supply of affordable housing, the balance of housing owned
and rented, and the needs of the community based on an analysis and demographic surveys.
The HNA provides the basis for policy changes. He added that any future expansions of the
Urban Growth Boundary must be supported by an HNA completed within the last six years.
He acknowledged a grant from the Department of Land Conservation and Development
(DLCD) under the provisions of HB 2001 and 2003 to get this work completed.
Senior Planner Warren introduced Melissa Mailloux of Mosaic Consulting. She presented a
slide show that is included in the packet for this meeting. She said the crux of an HNA is
looking at the existing housing in Tigard now,what will be needed in 20 years and what
policies and procedures can be taken to ensure Tigard meets that need. Community
engagement was a major part of the study.
Ms. Mailloux said nearly 60% of housing in Tigard is single detached houses,multi-family
units make up 25%,rowhouses or townhouses are 8%,which is common throughout the
area. Cottage clusters, duplexes or quads are rare in Tigard. Both sales and rental markets
are tight, and the median price is $400,000,which is higher than Washington County and the
Metro area median price.Average rent was $1,300 per month and increased at a rate higher
than inflation over the last five years.The supply is low and driving the rates up.
Themes heard were the desire for affordable housing, a variety of types and less of a focus
for larger single-family homes,but something that will work for a variety of household types.
Other needs were for housing connected to resources and the walkability to access them,
and that housing that is equitable. There is a preference for owning a home,which could be
impacted by a lot of survey takers being homeowners but even among renters there was a
desire to buy a home.
Ms. Mailloux said what they heard from the community advisory group was that new
construction is often 4-and 5-bedroom homes, but they want to see a mix of small homes
built as well. They want to see new models such as community land trusts that will keep
housing affordable permanently,greenspaces,walkability, and the opportunity for density in
the downtown and Tigard Triangle.The biggest theme was they want to see the city live up
to its equity goals and achieve housing for all. This won't happen naturally in the housing
market; policies are needed to achieve this vision.
Projections show a potential need for 7,400 new housing units in Tigard over the next 20
years. Considering land availability in the city and development density, there could be about
4200 units,leaving a 3200-unit gap that needs to be accommodated. Encouraging greater
infill, focusing on middle housing types, and expanding the UGB are actions that would
increase housing capacity.
The second part of analysis was on policies. Interviews were conducted with developers,
including middle and affordable housing developers. The city's development fee waivers
received many positive responses. There is an opportunity to structure fees so they vary by
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housing type and size, such as higher fees for a larger home than for a smaller unit. Another
way to assist would be partnering with Washington County to encourage them to reduce
their fees. Land availability is a crucial factor. It takes longer to put together financing for
affordable housing and it is hard to jump on land as it becomes available. Land banking can
hold property for future affordable housing. There could be incentives for building missing
middle housing. They spoke to Habitat for Humanity and Proud Ground who collaborate
on building missing middle housing types (duplexes, triplexes and quads) and sell to first
time home buyers at affordable prices. Developers also said 3- or 4-story apartment
buildings work better than other housing types for tax credit programs.
Based on this input, several strategies were identified: Consider land banking,land trust
models and targeting use of affordable housing funds in key redevelopment areas in the city.
Develop lending programs to help get affordable and middle housing developments built
(fill gaps). Portland had a contest for architects to design housing for tough to develop lots.
The pre-permitted models save time and money by using those house plans. Make sure
housing opportunities are affirmatively marketed through community organizations and in
multiple languages.
Ms. Mailloux said the changes in the Comprehensive Plan relate actions to these strategies
The staff recommendation is to adopt the Housing Needs Analysis and Housing Market
Analysis.
Councilor Newton asked if potential increases in the number of units in Downtown and
Triangle areas were factored into the analysis of available units. Ms. Mailloux said they did
include a potential for residential in those areas based on the current zoning. Analysis is
based on development trends over the past 6-7 years. If the city makes a concentrated effort
to have more density in those areas,it could alleviate some of that need.
D. Public Testimony—Written Testimony: Senior Planner Warren summarized the written
public comment received. Non-profit group Housing Land Advocates (HLA) asked for
more depth with findings related to Statewide Planning Goal 10. Staff did that and they
provided testimony commending the change and support of housing needs.
Phone-in Testimony: None
E. Response to testimony by staff. None.
F. Mayor Snider closed the public hearing.
G. Council consideration of Ordinance No. 21-11.
o Councilor Lueb said she found the amendments and information interesting about
things going on in the community and one thing that stood out was that 9% of
Tigard residents live under the poverty level. And the poverty rate is higher among
females and those between the ages of 18-34. The pandemic has made a huge
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impact. There is a division between those who can afford larger homes and those
just wanting to start out. She said she didn't know how people can afford a home
without generational wealth and that it is not feasible in Tigard now. She is
concerned for people Youth Councilor Calderon's age being able to purchase a
home in Tigard. She added that this is important work the city is doing.
o Councilor Newton commented that she lives in a modest neighborhood,but
someone there recently sold a house in two days for $70,000 over the asking price.
She advocated focusing our limited resources on programs aimed at 60 percent of
median income (not 80 percent) and missing middle housing.
o Councilor Shaw said the plan was comprehensive and addresses the needs in all
elements and sends a strong signal to developers. It also sends the message that
in about 2040,Tigard's population could be 65,000 by her calculation. We need to
address this now.
o Youth Councilor Calderon said he is worried about how to build wealth to hopefully
buy a home. Some houses being built are very large.When he walks around looking at
houses for sale, he likes to guess the price and it seems like they continue to rise. He
said it was comforting to hear that Tigard is working to make home ownership more
affordable.
o Mayor Snider commented on county taxes and fees and asked staff if there was any
further discussion or action with Washington County on doing similar things as
Tigard has been doing for affordable housing. Senior Planner Warren said he knows
through his participation with the Coalition of Housing Advocates and being in touch
with staff from other cities as well as developers that there is a desire to see action
taken on that front. It has not been a priority in the past as part of the county's work
program. Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District recently lowered their fees to be
tiered to reduce them for smaller houses or affordable housing. Mayor Snider
committed to continue bringing this up with county officials.
o Councilor Newton referred to the memo on amended findings received as an
amendment to the ordinance and asked if it was typical to include examples of key
findings. City Attorney Rihala deferred to Senior Planner Warren as he wrote the
findings. He said it was one of the requests made by HLA and the Fair Housing
Council of Oregon based on actions taken by other cities in adopting their housing
needs analyses. He agreed that it was not typical but did not think it ran afoul of
anything. City Attorney Rihala concurred.
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Councilor Shaw moved to approve Ordinance No. 21-11 with the addition of Exhibit C, a
memo modifying findings. Council President Lueb seconded the motion. City Recorder
Krager read the number and title of the ordinance and conducted a roll call vote.
Ordinance No. 21-11 —AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN AMENDMENT CPA 2021-00002 TO ADOPT THE 2021 TIGARD
HOUSING NEEDS ANALYSIS AS AN ANCILLARY DOCUMENT TO THE
TIGARD COMPREHENSIVE PLAN GOAL 10: HOUSING AND TO AMEND
TIGARD COMPREHENSIVE PLAN GOAL 10: HOUSING, as amended
Yes No
Mayor Snider ✓
Councilor Goodhouse (Absent)
Councilor Newton ✓
Council President Lueb ✓
Councilor Shaw ✓
Mayor Snider announced that Ordinance No. 21-11 was adopted unanimously by those present.
Chair Snider called the Town Center Development Agency Board to order for the next item.
7 TOWN CENTER DEVELOPMENT AGENCY PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER
RESOLUTION APPROVING TOWN CENTER DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOURTH
QUARTER BUDGET SUPPLEMENTAL
Senior Management Analyst Kang gave the staff report.
A. Chair Snider opened the public hearing.
B. Chair Snider said anyone may offer comment by calling 503-966-4101 to be put in the queue.
C. Staff Report: Senior Management Analyst Kang presented the TCDA Fourth Quarter Budget
Supplemental which has one request to add the debt service payment for the payment
scheduled in fiscal year 2021. The TCDA debt offering in 2019 was divided into 2019A,
which was tax exempt, and 2019B which was federally taxable. At the time of budgeting,
payment for the 2019A was budgeted, but not for the 2019B payment.This request will
increase the City Center Debt Service Fund by$295,000 and is supported through reserves
for future expenditures.
D. Public Testimony: There was no public testimony
E. Consideration of TCDA Resolution.
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Director Lueb moved to approve TCDA Resolution No. 21-03. Director Shaw seconded the
motion. City Recorder Krager read the number and title of the resolution and conducted a roll
call vote.
TCDA Resolution No. 21-03-A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE FY 2021
FOURTH QUARTER BUDGET SUPPLEMENTAL INCLUDING BUDGET
ADJUSTMENTS TO TOWN CENTER DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (ICDA)
URBAN DEVELOPMENT
Yes No
Chair Snider ✓
Director Goodhouse (absent)
Director Newton ✓
Director Lueb ✓
Director Shaw ✓
Chair Snider announced that TCDA Resolution No. 21-03 was approved unanimously. He
reconvened the City Council for the remainder of the meeting.
8. RECEIVE UPDATE ON CITY FACILITIES CONSOLIDATION PROJECT
City Manager Rymer led the discussion and was joined by members of the Leadership Team in
providing a high-level overview and update on city facilities planning. He said the team has been
spending time and resources evaluating what a new, modern campus could be like for this
community, one that is seismically sound,environmentally friendly and provides adequate space
for our teammates and community members to conduct the business that we do. As part of this,
we have been looking at both a campus for a consolidated police department, city hall and parking
structure as well as a new home for our public works facility outside of the downtown. The goal is
to have a vibrant, active downtown with additional housing that will make better use of our city-
owned property.
City Manager Rymer thanked the team for ensuring due diligence by looking at a variety of options
to bring a project like this together. We have been looking at our community engagement and
have had two online surveys. Teammates have met with boards and committees, and Mayor Snider
and councilors are doing public engagement on why we are looking to do this. We have aged
facilities that we have outgrown. A good example is the police department facilities which are not
adequate for our department or serving the public. We were considering a ballot measure in 2021
but now believe we need to continue due diligence and communication with the public about
these needs. We are recommending looking at putting a measure on the ballot in 2022 rather than
2021 and continuing our engagement and polling efforts to communicate with the public before
making an ask.
Assistant City Manager Nyland said shifting the timeline means focusing on doing this right
instead of right now. We are approaching the need for a survey so sought proposals and five
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applications were received. The city selected Patinkin Research Strategies, a firm that is familiar
with Tigard. We hope to finalize the contract and launch a poll in June with a second survey in late
summer or early fall. A third survey will solidify survey findings to help with a decision on
referring something to a future ballot.
City Manager Rymer said we are continuing to work on a new site for public works and hope to
return to council potentially later in June with a recommendation.
Council Discussion:
• Council President Lueb acknowledged her appreciation that the city is taking a step back and
making sure this is being done in the right way, and she supported the 2022 date.
• Councilor Newton agreed but suggested messaging the need to the public to make sure they
know what we are up against with our aging buildings and the need for providing the best
services we can for the public.
• Councilor Shaw said she supported the emphasis on due diligence,polling and the 2022 date.
• Youth Councilor Calderon said it was a good idea to step back and not rush it and risk
rejection by the voters.
• Mayor Snider said more specificity was desired with enough time for sustained
communication and two-way dialog with the community as was done for the public safety
levy. He added his support to the 2022 plan, or even beyond. He said a general axiom is
that you can have any two (but not three) of these three things: fast,good, or cheap. This
needs to be done well and as affordably as possible so it can't be fast.
City Manager Rymer thanked Council for their input.
9. NON-AGENDA ITEMS—None.
10. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT—City Manager Rymer reported on administrative items.
• Utility Executive Manager John Goodrich is retiring and his many years of service at the
city are very much appreciated. We wish him the best in his new adventures!
• Council held a training on communications and staff will have a goal to send an email to
Council by 2:00 p.m. on meeting days with the public comment, meeting guide and any
supplemental material.
• The Let's Talk Transportation virtual event is May 26 from 5-7 p.m. This is a chance for
everyone to ask any questions or make comments about transportation.
• There is a survey on the website seeking public input on the design for the library's
backyard project.
• Many families have enjoyed the Family Story Walk services.
• The summer reading program is scheduled for June through August.
• The city will have a booth at the Farmers Market. Please join us and let us know what is
on your mind.
• A new resident at Dirksen Nature Park has been spotted, a ring-necked pheasant.
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11. EXECUTIVE SESSION: None scheduled.
12. ADJOURNMENT
At 8:40 p.m.Council President Lueb moved for adjournment. Councilor Newton seconded the
motion. City Recorder Krager conducted a roll call vote.
Yes No
Mayor Snider ✓
Councilor Goodhouse (absent)
Councilor Newton ✓
Council President Lueb ✓
Councilor Shaw ✓
Mayor Snider announced the meeting was adjourned.
Carol A. Krager,City Recorder
Attest:
Jason B. Snider,Mayor
Date:
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