City Council Packet - 03/25/2003CITY OF TIGARD
OREGON
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
March 25, 2003
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CITY OF TIGARD
OREGON
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SEE ATTACHED AGENDA
COUNCIL AGENDA - MARCH 25, 2003 page 1
AGENDA
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 25, 2003
6:30 PM
STUDY SESSION
> TUALATIN VALLEY TELEVISION INTRODUCTION
> DISCUSSION ON FLUORIDATION IN DRINKING WATER
> BRIEFING ON QWESTNERIZON FRANCHISE FEE AUDIT
(See item #7 during the business meeting for materials)
• EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Tigard City Council may go into Executive Session. If an
Executive Session is called to order, the appropriate ORS citation will be announced
identifying the applicable statute. All discussions are confidential and those present may
disclose nothing from the Session. Representatives of the news media are allowed to
attend Executive Sessions, as provided by ORS 192.660(3), but must not disclose any
information discussed. No Executive Session may be held for the purpose of taking any
final action or making any final decision. Executive Sessions are closed to the public.
7:30 PM
1. BUSINESS MEETING
1.1 Call to Order - City Council 8t Local Contract Review Board
1.2 Roll Call
1.3 Pledge of Allegiance
1.4 Council Communications 8i Liaison Reports
1.5 Cali to Council and Staff` for Non-Agenda Items
7:35 PM
2. PROCLAMATIONS
y Development Week
2.1 Proclaim April 21 to 27, 2003 as National Communit-
7:40 PM
3. VISITOR'S AGENDA (Two Minutes or Less, Please)
COUNCIL AGENDA - MARCH 25, 2003 page 2
7:45 PM
4. CONSENT AGENDA: These items are considered to be routine and may be
enacted in one motion without separate discussion. Anyone may request that an item
be removed by motion for discussion and separate action. Motion to:
4.1 Approve Intergovernmental Agreement with Washington County Regarding
the West Nile Virus Response Plan
Consent Agenda - Items Removed for Separate Discussion: Any items requested
to be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion will be considered
immediately after the Council has voted on those items which do not need
discussion.
7:50 PM
5. DISCUSSION CONCERNING COMMUNITY OUTREACH MEETINGS
a. Staff Report: Police Staff
b. Council Discussion
8:05 pm
6. DISCUSSION WITH STATE SENATOR GINNY BURDICK AND STATE
REPRESENTATIVE MAX WILLIAMS
a. Comments by Senator Burdick and Representative Williams
b. Council Discussion
8:45 pm
7. UPDATE ON THE QWESTNERIZON FRANCHISE FEE AUDIT
a. Staff Report: Finance Staff
b. Council Discussion
9:00 Pm
8. CONSIDER A RESOLUTION GRANTING A PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR
THREE NON-PROFIT, LOW-INCOME HOUSING PROJECTS
a. Staff Report: Finance Staff
b. Council Discussion
C. Council Consideration: Resolution No. 03 -
9:10 pm
9. CONSIDER RAILESTATI NNDESIGACCEPTING AND N RECOMMENDATIONS RFROM THE
COMMUTER
DOWNTOWN TASK FORCE
a. Staff Report: Community Development Staff
b. Council Discussion
C. Council Consideration: Resolution No. 03 -
COUNCIL AGENDA - MARCH 25, 2003 page 3
9:35 PM
10. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
9:40 PM
11. NON AGENDA ITEMS
9:50 PM
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Tigard City Council may go into Executive Session. If
an Executive Session is called to order, the appropriate ORS citation will be
announced identifying the applicable statute. All discussions are confidential and
those present may disclose nothing from the Session. Representatives of the news
media are allowed to attend Executive Sessions, as provided by ORS 192.660(3),
but must not disclose any information discussed. No Executive Session may be held
for the purpose of taking any final action or making any final decision. Executive
Sessions are closed to the public.
10:00 PM
13. ADJOURNMENT
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COUNCIL AGENDA - MARCH 25, 2003 page 4
AGENDA
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS FOR REVIEW
MARCH 25 2003 - 6:30 PM
The Study Session is held In the Red Rock Creek Conference Room. Enter at the back of Town Half. The
Council encourages interested citizens to attend all or part of the meeting. If the number of attendees exceeds
the capacity of the Conference Room, the Council may move the Study Session to the Town Hall.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Tigard City Council may go Into Executive Session. If an
Executive Session Is called to order, the appropriate ORS citation will be announced
identifying the applicable statute. All discussions are confidential and those present may
disclose nothing from the Session. Representatives of the news media are allowed to
attend Executive Sessions, as provided by ORS 192.660(3), but must not disclose any
information discussed. No Executive Session may be held for the purpose of taking any
final action or making any final decision. Executive Sessions are closed to the public.
• STUDY SESSION
o Tualatin Valley Television Introduction
o Discussion on Fluoridation in Drinking Water
o Briefing on Qwest/Verizon Franchise Fee Audit
• ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
➢ Senator Burdick ez Representative Williams will attend April 8 meeting; they
will not be at Council tonight or on the 221 of April.
9 Assistant Chief Position
➢ Council participation - Police Community Meetings - Would Council
members select a meeting to attend? Following dates from 6:30 - 8 p.m.:
April 24 - Templeton School
May 1 - CF Tigard School
May 8 - Mary Woodward School
May 15 - Metzger School
➢ Benefit Concert Performed by Michael Allen Harrison; April 4 at Tigard High
School, 7:30 p.m. Proceeds to help equip and buy books for the new
library. Tickets can be purchased by calling 503-620-4829.
Executive Session -
The Public Meetings Law authorizes governing bodies to meet In executive session In certain
limited situations (ORS 192.660). An "executive session" Is defined as "any meeting or part of
a meeting of a governing body, which Is closed to certain persons for deliberation on certain
matters."
Permissible Purposes for Executive Sessions:
192.660 (1) (a) -
Employment of public officers, employees and agents,
If the body has satisfied certain prerequisites.
192.660(l) (b) -
Discipline of public officers and employees (unless affected person requests
to have an open hearing).
192.660 (1) (c) -
To consider matters pertaining to medical staff of a public hospital.
192.660(l) (d) -
Labor negotiations. (News media can be excluded In this instance.)
192.660(l) (e) -
Real property transaction negotiations.
192.660(l) (f) -
Exempt public records - to consider records that are "exempt by law from
public Inspection." These records are specifically Identified in the Oregon
Revised Statutes.
192-660 (1) (g) -
Trade negotiations - Involving matters of trade or commerce in which the
governing body is competing with other governing bodies.
192.660 (1) (h) -
Legal counsel - Executive session are appropriate for consultation with
counsel concerning legal rights and duties regarding current litigation or
litigation likely to be filed.
192.660 (1) (i) -
To review and evaluate, pursuant to standards, criteria, and policy
directives adopted by the governing body, the employment-related
performance of the chief executive officer, a public officer, employee or
staff member unless the affected person requests an open hearing. The
standards, criteria and po,'icy directives to be used in evaluating chief
executive officers shall be adopted by the governing body In meetings open
to the public in which there has been an opportunity for public comment.
192.660 (1)
Public investments - to carry on negotiations under ORS Chapter 293 with
private persons or businesses regarding proposed acquisition, exchange or
liquidation of public Investments.
192.660 (1) (k)-
Relates to health professional regulatory board.
6lwest
421 Southwest Oak Street
Suite 8S3
Portland. Oregon 97204
Phone: 503-242-5234
FAX: 503.242S465
etnaii: jpepple@gwest.com
Judy Peppier
State President -Oregon
February 24, 2003
The Honorable Jim Griffith
Mayor of Tigard
13125 SW Hall Blvd.
Tigard, OR 97223
Dear Mayor Griffith:
Copies to:
Mayor/Council ~
City Manager
Council File
Qwest.
the li, t
I am writing to let you know as the Mayor of Tigard that Qwest is eager to cooperate with the Oregon
Municipal Audit Review Committee to complete the franchise audit that was requested in late January.
While we have been aware that the request for an audit was coming since late in 2002, the number of
requested audits already in the pipeline precludes us from scheduling audit appointments until
approximately April 2006. Qwest is a company that not only provides local service in 14 of the western
states, but also operates in many other states, including California and Texas. These two states as well as
over 200 other federal, state and local jurisdictions have requested and are scheduled for audits between
now and 2006.
We understand the need for the audit and will do everything we can to facilitate an efficient and agreed
upon process to ensure the payments to cities are accurate. The reality is, that due to the number of audit
requests that we have received over the last 24 months, we currently do not have the staff to complete
them simultaneously. We are adding staff to the tax office to alleviate the workload issues and have job
requisitions out that we hope will enable us to move up the timeline.
While our discussions with the OMARC steering committee have been consistent from the beginning, I
wanted to let you know personally, that the company fully intends to comply with the audit requests and
will reserve your cities' rights for the audit. It is not our intent to be a roadblock to your operations or to
the other Oregon cities that are asking for the audit, but rather to be able to devote our staff's undivided
attention to the details that will be needed in an audit of this scale and scope.
In the meantime, we will continue to discuss and resolve issues with your representatives relating to
customer privacy, database management and access to necessary records in anticipation of beginning
work on the actual audit.
Please call on me or Bill Prows, Regional Community Manager on 1-877-891-0503 if you have questions
-or need additional information. We look forward to continuing a productive and collaborative
relationship with you and our customers in Tigard.
Other:
Irdo
LeYgue of Oregon Cities Board
OMARC Steering Committee
AGENDA
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS FOR REVIEW
1/ A n/ru Or onnz _ A ZA DM
The Study Session is held in the Red Rock Creek Conference Room. Enter at the back of Town Hall. The
Council encourages interested citizens to attend all or part of the meeting. If the number of attendees exceeds
the capacity of the Conference Room, the Council may move the Study Session to the Town Hall.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Tigard City Council may go into Executive Session. If an
Executive Session is called to order, the appropriate ORS citation will be announced
identifying the applicable statute. All discussions are confidential and those present may
disclose nothing from the Session. Representatives of the news media are allowed to
attend Executive Sessions, as provided by ORS 192.660(3), but must not disclose any
information discussed. No Executive Session may be held for the purpose of taking any
final action or making any final decision. Executive Sessions are closed to the public.
• STUDY SESSION
o Tualatin Valley Television Introduction
o Discussion on Fluoridation in Drinking Water
o Briefing on Qwest/Verizon Franchise Fee Audit
• ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
➢ Senator Burdick at Representative Williams will attend April 8 meeting; they
will not be at Council tonight or on the 22°d of April.
➢ Assistant Chief Position
➢ Council participation - Police Community Meetings - Would Council
members select a meeting to attend? Following dates from 6:30 - 8 p.m.:
April 24 -Templeton School
May 1 - CF Tigard School
May 8 - Mary Woodward School
May 15 - Metzger School
Benefit Concert Performed by Michael Allen Harrison; April 4 at Tigard High
School, 7:30 p.m. Proceeds to help equip and buy books for the new
library. Tickets can be purchased by calling 503-620-4829.
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Executive Session -
The Public Meetings Law authorizes governing bodies to meet in executive session in certain
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limited situations (ORS 192.660). An "executive session
a meeting of a governing body, which is closed to certain persons for deliberation on certain
matters."
Permissible Purposes
for Executive Sessions:
660 (1) (a) -
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Employment of public officers, employees and agents,
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192.660(l) (b) -
if the body has satisfied certain prerequisites.
Discipline of public officers and employees (unless affected person requests
to have an open hearing).
ertaining to medical staff of a public hospital.
192.660(l) (c) -
192.660 (1) (d) -
To consider matters p
Labor negotiations. (Mews media can be excluded in this instance.)
192.660 (1) (e) -
660(l) (f) -
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Real property transaction negotiations.
Exempt public records - to consider records that are "exempt by law from
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public inspection." These records are specifically identified in the
192-660(l) (g) -
Revised Statutes.
Trade negotiations - Involving matters of trade or commerce in which the
governing body is competing with other governing bodies.
are appropriate for consultation with
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192.660(l) (h) -
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Legal counsel - Executive sess
counsel concerning legal rights and duties regarding current litigation or
192.660(l) (1) -
litigation likely to be filed.
To review and evaluate, pursuant to standards, criteria, and policy
directives adopted by the governing body, the employment-related
performance of the chief executive officer, a public officer, employee or
staff member unless the affected person requests an open hearing. The
directives to be used in evaluating chief
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executive officers shall be adopted by the governing body in meetings open
to the public in which there has been an opportunity for public comment.
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private persons or businesses regarding proposed acquisition, exchange or
liquidation of public investments.
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AGENDA ITEM # Se s5i Dft
FOR AGENDA OF March 25, 2003
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
PREPARED BY: Greer Gaston DEPT HEAD OKI VL TY MGR OK
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
Listen to a presentation from Tualatin Valley Television Executive Director Marci Hosier.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Informational item, no Council action required.
INFORMATION SUMMARY
Executive Director Marc Hosier will introduce herself, discuss the services Tualatin Valley Television provides,
and describe how her organization benefits the Tigard community.
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
Not applicable.
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
Communication Goal #1, Action Committee Strategy: " Improve communication about all aspects of the city's
business" and Action Committee Strategy: "Encourage public participation through accessibility and education."
ATTACHMENT LIST
None.
FISCAL NOTES
Not applicable.
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AGENDA ITEM #
FOR AGENDA OF March 25-2003
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE U date on west/Verizon Franchise Fee Audit p~
PREPARED BY: Craig Prosser DEPT HEAD OK CITY MGR OK U(1 ~ "
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
Receive verbal report on status of the joint audit of franchise fees paid by Qwest and Verizon.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Receive information
INFORMATION Sum AKY
The City of Tigard is participating in a joint audit conducted by 69 Oregon cities of franchise fees paid by Qwest
and Verizon for use of the public's rights-of-way to deliver their services. Written notifications of audit have been
provided to both utilities, and the audit steering committee (of which Tigard is a member) have had face-to-face
and telephone conversations with both utilities regarding the audit.
The audit of Verizon appears to be proceeding in a cooperative manner.
Qwest has informed the steering committee that it will be unable to allow this audit until April 2006. Qwest has
followed up on that message with individual letters to each participating city.
Staff will present a verbal briefing to Council to bring them up-to-date on these discussions and likely next steps.
Staff will also be prepared to respond to any questions from Council
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
None. This is an informational briefing only.
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
NA
ATTACHMENT LIST
None
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AGENDA ITEM # S i D n
FOR AGENDA OF 3-25-03
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE Discussion on Fluoridation in Drinking Water Facing Tigard
PREPARED BY: Dennis Koellermeier DEPT HEAD OK ~v" CITY MGR OK
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
Discussion on the drinking water fluoridation issues that will be facing Tigard.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff will be making a presentation on the drinking water fluoridation issue that Tigard will need to address.
INFORMATION SUMMARY
The City currently has an agreement with the City of Beaverton to receive 4 million gallons a day (mgd) of
drinking water from the Joint Water Commission (JWC) through the City of Beaverton. The City of
Beaverton har indicated that it will begin fluoridating it's drinking water supply by January of 2004.
An information packet was provided the latter part of February in regards to this issue. The packet included
the following:
• Memorandum from Ed Wegner, Public Works Director dated February 24, 2003
• Memorandum from Murray Smith and Associates dated February 13, 2003 w/attachments
• Ameican Water Works Association article entitled "Water Fluoridation Principles and Practices".
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
1. Do not accept fluoridated water from City of Beaverton
2. Treat water received from the City of Beaverton to remove fluoride
3. Accept fluoridated water from the City of Beaverton
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION CO.Iv1MITTEE STRATEGY
Urban and Public Services chapter of "Tigard Beyond Tomorrow" has a goal, which states "actively
participate in a regional development of drinking water sources"
ATTACHMENT LIST
N/A
FISCAL NOTES
N/A
rnRRFCTTON
THE PRECEEDING RECORD OR DOUCHENTS HAVE BEEN
RE--PHOTOGRAPHED TO ASSURE LEGIBILITY OR SEQUENCE
AND THEIR IMAGE OR IMAGES APPEAR IMMEDIATELY
HEREAFTER.
FISCAL NOTES
Tigard's share of the Qwest and Verizon audits is expected to cost about $25,000. It is impossible to determine
at this time how much in delinquent payments would be received as a result of these audits, if any.
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AGENDA ITEM # S2 55 ;0()
FOR AGENDA OF 3-25-03
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE Discussion on Fluoridation in Drinking Watterr Facing Tigard
PREPARED BY: Dennis Koellermeier DEPT HEAD OK 4~~~ L CI TY MGR OK y W T7'n~
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
Discussion on the drinking water fluoridation issues that will be facing Tigard.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff will be making a presentation on the drinking water fluoridation issue that Tigard will need to address.
INFORMATION SUMMARY
The City currently has an agreement with the City of Beaverton to receive 4 million gallons a day (mgd) of
drinking water from the Joint Water Commission (JWC) through the City of Beaverton. The City of
Beaverton has indicated that it will begin fluoridating it's drinking water supply by January of 2004.
An information packet was provided the latter part of February in regards to this issue. The packet included
the following:
• Memorandum from Ed Wegner, Public Works Director dated February 24, 2003
• Memorandum from Murray Smith and Associates dated February 13, 2003 w/attachments
• Ameican Water Works Association article entitled "Water Fluoridation Principles and Practices".
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
1. Do not accept fluoridated water from City of Beaverton
2. Treat water received from the City of Beaverton to remove fluoride
3. Accept fluoridated water from the City of Beaverton
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
Urban and Public Services chapter of "Tigard Beyond Tomorrow" has a goal, which states "actively
participate in a regional development of drinking water sources"
ATTACHMENT LIST
N/A
FISCAL NOTES
N/A
March 24, 2003
CITY OF
PORTLAND, OREGON
Vera Katz, Mayor
Dan Saltzman, Commissioner
1221 SW Fifth Ave., Room 230
Portland, Oregon 97204
(503) 823-4151
Memorandum
To: Bull Run Regional Drinking Water Supply Policy Steering Committee and
Technical Advisory Committee
From: Mayor Vera Katz
Commissioner Dan Saltzman
CC: Commissioner Jim Francesconi
Commissioner Randy Leonard
Commissioner Erik Sten
RE: City of Portland Proposed Next Steps
Portland's regional partners have clearly communicated their urgent desire to move forward in
the discussions to form a regional drinking water supply agency. While the City of Portland is
also interested in moving forward, it cannot do so without first conducting the analysis necessary
to accurately detail the value of the City's drinking water supply assets that would be shared with
the partners under this proposal. Without a valid third party assessment of the value of the Bull
Run supply system, the City cannot participate in a negotiations process and adequately
represent the interests and financial stake of its ratepayers.
Conducting such an assessment will take time-two to three months at minimum. At the most
recent Regionalization Technical Advisory Committee meeting on February 24`h, the regional
partners indicated that they are not interested in continuing the process beyond the end of this
month if Portland deems this additional work and time necessary. Leaders from some of the
larger participating jurisdictions have confirmed this to us again this week.
Therefore, the City of Portland is prepared to commence negotiations for new contracts with its
wholesale drinking water customers and other interested regional partners in lieu of the current
regionalization proposal.
An enormous amount of time and effort has gone into the regionalization discussions by all
participants, and that work will not go to waste. We have amassed considerable information
about the region's water needs and resources, forged constructive working relationships among
the participating jurisdictions and established a set of common goals and values. Through this
process, we have established a solid foundation based on collaboration and creative thinking.
We firmly believe this investment can serve us well in a new contracts process.
Most importantly, we want the mutually beneficial elements of regionalization to remain squarely
on the table in a new contracts process. This includes shared ownership, decision-making and
financing of future capital investments for the Bull Run supply system including the potential
filtration plant. All of us in the region have a shared long-term goal to secure high-quality,
reliable drinking water at a reasonable price. If we can continue the momentum and novel
thinking that has characterized the regionalization discussions, we will be able to craft an
agreement that will realize the full potential of the Bull Run as a regional resource for the benefit
of the entire region.
The City will immediately begin preparing for new contracts discussions to commence in the
next 45 days. Staff from the City Attorney's Office and the Office of Management and Finance
will join the Water Bureau in working with current and future customers on new contracts. We
believe mutually satisfactory contracts can be crafted by this fall.
Commissioner Saltzman plans to attend the March 31s` Technical Advisory Committee to deliver
the City's commitment to this process in person. You can contact Edward Campbell in
Commissioner Saltzman's office at (503) 823-4151 with any questions or comments prior to that
meeting.
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AGENDA ITEM # 5esSi D L
FOR AGENDA OF March 25. 2003
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUNIlVIARY
PREPARED BY: Greer Gaston DEPT HEAD OK IG 0XITY MGR OK
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
Listen to a presentation from Tualatin Valley Television Executive Director Marci Hosier.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Informational item, no Council action required.
INFORMATION SUNIlVIARY
Executive Director Marci Hosier will introduce herself, discuss the services Tualatin Valley Television provides,
and describe how her organization benefits the Tigard community.
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
Not applicable.
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
Communication Goal #l, Action Committee Strategy: " Improve communication about all aspects of the city's
business" and Action Committee Strategy: "Encourage public participation through accessibility and education."
ATTACHMENT LIST
None.
FISCAL NOTES
Not applicable.
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FACTS ABOUT TVTV:
Tualatin Valley Television, formerly known as Tualatin Valley Community Access, became a
non-profit organization in 1994. TVTV manages the Public, Educational and Government (PEG)
media access channels. PEG channels are a venue for showcasing local interests and function as an
open forum guaranteeing the availability of diverse information sources, carried by the medium of
television.
Community access television typically operates in a manner analogous to a public library: all
residents of the service area are eligible to use the resources on an equitable, first-come, first-
served basis. TVTV staff, like librarians, shows users how to navigate, using the tools to craft an
outcome of their choosing. The objective of community media is to empower public
communication.
TVTV Services and Programming:
It is TVTV's mission "to strengthen the fabric of community life by providing communication
tools, training and opportunities" to people throughout the Tualatin Valley. TVTV's core services
include:
Media Education Providing "hands-on" media production training on a monthly basis infield,
studio and editing production.
Media Access Making technical support and television production equipment available to
trained PEG Access users (local governments, schools, community groups, individual citizens) so
they may successfully use the access channels.
Media Production Services Producing coverage of government meetings; producing outreach
productions in partnerships with governments, educational groups; and community organizations;
and supporting the use of channels for community dialogue.
Channel Management and Cablecasting Coordinating, scheduling, and building viewership
for non-commercial programming on five local cable channels.
HOW PEOPLE HEAR ABOUT TVTV:
45.6% of those surveyed at TVTV orientation say "Word of Mouth"
17.3% of those surveyed at TVTV orientation say "Watching TV"
TVTV Statistics
Tualatin Valley Television has over 400 people listed in our active database as certified crew,
producers or sponsors of programming. TVTV Estimates that a total of 512 reservations will be
made this quarter for use of TVTV field equipment, studios, editing facilities and dub equipment.
We had over 71 people volunteer with us last quarter and we logged 759 hours of volunteer time.
According to the value of volunteer time set by the Independent Sector, TVTV has received
$12,553.86 in volunteer service for the quarter ending Dec. 31, 2002.
TVTV has recently completed the following productions for the City of Tigard:
Tigard Chamber Holiday ID's
Tigard Skateboard Park Meeting
Tigard Library Master Plan
Tigard Library Design Meeting
TVTV is currently working on a video for the Tigard Police Department.
In addition, TVTV has trained Tigard staff and volunteers how to use the Civic Studio located in
the Tigard Council Chambers.
The City of Tigard contributes a portion of their cable franchise fee income for the support of
Public, Educational and Government media access. Because of this support, the City is eligible to
receive two free productions, per fiscal year, showcasing community events in the City of Tigard.
In addition, the City has access to the TVTV Live Link facilities for live, call-in programs; the
community billboard system; video production training and; discounted production services.
To find out more about services available to the City of Tigard through TVTV, please contact
Marci Hosier, Executive Director at 503-629-8534 ex. 106
Ori~ i7a l
{ MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Bill Monahan, City Manager
FROM: Ed Wegner, Public Works Director
RE: Fluoride Information
DATE: February 25, 2003
Attached please find copies of background informational materials relating to drinking
water fluoridation. These materials als were also presented to the Intergovernmental Water
Board members at their meeting February 18, We are presenting this information so that our decision making bodies can get up to
speed on water fluoridation issues. This issue will become a topic of interest to all
Intergovernmental Water Board members due to the recent decision by the City of
Beaverton to begin fluoridating its water supply by January, 2004. Our current piping
and intertie connections to the Joint Water Commission all come through the City of
Beaverton's piping system, thus Beaverton's fluoridated water will enter the IWB /Tigard
system via our newly constructed intertie located on Barrows Road. Dependent on time
of year and availability we are currently taking between 20 and 40 percent of our daily
supply from this connection.
We recognize this material is somewhat generic in nature. As Beaverton's design he Council process moves along we will issue needs detailed information
understood astwe negotiate withlthe
the IWB. The Beaverton fluoride
Joint Water Commission for membership.
The Public Works Department is currently scheduled to make a presentation to the City
Council at their March 25th study session on this topic. If you would forward me any
questions you may have on the fluoride issue prior to March 11 th, we will respond to
them in our presentation.
Attachments: Murray Smith and Associates, Memo dated 2-13-2003
AWWA - Water Fluoridation Principles and Practices
Murrg Smith & AsMSA
.
mners
FnoirAl
DATE:
February 13, 2003
PROJECT: 01-0547.401
12I S.W. Salmon, Suite 900 =Po rtland Oregon 91?04 2920 1 PHONE 503-225-9010 .1 NX 503.225.9022
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Ed Wegner
Director of Public Works, City of Tigard
FROM: Chris Uber, P.E.
Brian Ginter
Murray, Smith & Associates, Inc.
RE: Drinking Water Fluoridation Fact Sheet
DRAFT
Introduction
*01,
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide general information regarding fluoridation of
public drinking water supplies. The City of Tigard has entered into an agreement to receive 4
million gallons per day (mgd) of drinking water from the Joint Water Commission (JWC)
through the City of Beaverton. The City of Beaverton has indicated that it will begin
fluoridating its drinking water supply in early 2005. This memo presents a very brief
background and history of water fluoridation in the United States, summarizes the positive and
negative effects of fluoridation, as determined from literature sources, and presents the
conceptual options available to the City of Tigard.
Background
Since 1945, many cities in the United States have been adding fluoride to their drinking water
supplies. The use of fluoride in drinking water has been shown to reduce the incidence of dental
caries (cavities). The American Dental Association, the American Medical Association, the
United States Public Health Service and the American Water Works Association (AWWA) have
all endorsed the addition of fluoride to drinking water.
Today, almost two-thirds of the United States population served by public water supplies
consume water with "optimum levels" of fluoride as identified by the Center for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC). The "optimum level" of fluoride concentration in drinking
water systems is 0.7 milligrams per liter (mg/L) to 1.2 mg/L. 43 of the 50 largest cities in the
01-0547.401 Page I Fluoridation Fact Sheet
February 13, 2003 City of Tigard
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United States are fluoridating their drinking water supplies. In the State of Oregon, 22.7% of
Oregon's population served by public water systems consume water with "optimum levels" of
fluoride. In the metro area, the Tualatin Valley Water District and the City of Forest Grove both
currently fluoridate their water.
Positive Effects of Drinking Water Fluoridation
Fluoride has been proven to help prevent tooth decay when administered in low-level
concentrations. Water fluoridation has been shown to be the least expensive method of
distributing fluoride for the purpose of cavity reduction. Other methods include school water
fluoridation, topically applied pastes or gels, and fluoride tablets or drops. Fluoride reduces
tooth decay in children by strengthening the enamel layer of teeth against decay when it is
incorporated during tooth development. The presence of fluoride also inhibits thVrmation of
acids, resulting in protection against tooth decay at all ages.
Negative Effects of Drinking Water Fluoridation
High concentrations of fluoride intake have been known to cause adverse health effects. The
most common adverse health effect, dental fluorosis (stained, pitted and brittle teeth) can occur
when fluoride concentrations in drinking water exceed 4 mg/L. Extremely high concentrations
of fluoride intake (greater than 10 mg/L) over periods of 20 years or more may cause skeletal
fluorosis, symptoms of which include pain in bones and joints, formation of bone spurs,
osteoporosis and weakness of extremities. Other adverse health effects (kidney disease, cancer,
allergic reactions, etc.) have been studied, but evidence of fluoride's part in these health effects
remains largely inconclusive. The National Kidney Foundation advises dialysis patients to use
fluoride-free water for their treatments.
The legality of fluoridation has been tested in court several times since the 1950's, and in all
cases, fluoridation has prevailed. However, referendums to prohibit or discontinue fluoridation
have been successful and more fluoridation projects have been defeated than have been
approved.
City of Tigard Options
There are three conceptual options available to the City of Tigard for addressing the issue of
drinking water fluoridation:
Option 1 - Do not accept fluoridated water from the City of Beaverton.
Under this option, the City of Tigard would not allow fluoridated water from the City
of Beaverton to enter the City of Tigard distribution system. Tigard could coordinate
with the City of Beaverton or other members of the JWC to deliver water directly. to
the City of Tigard prior to passing through Beaverton's fluoridation facilities. This
option assumes that the JWC does not, at some future time, fluoridate the entire JWC
water supply system.
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February 13, 2003 City of Tigard
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Option 2 - Treat water received from the City of Beaverton to remove fluoride.
This option would require the implementation of an expensive treatment process such
as reverse osmosis or activated alumina to remove fluoride from the water supplied
by the City of Beaverton. Complete removal of fluoride from the water would be
extremely expensive and inefficient because of the low concentration of fluoride
typically present in fluoridated water (0.7 mg/L to 1.2 mg/L). This is not a realistic
option for the City of Tigard.
Option 3 - Accept fluoridated water from the City of Beaverton.
The City of Tigard could approve the use of fluoridation and accept fluoridated water
from the City of Beaverton. Should fluoridation be allowed by the City of Tigard
then additional fluoridation facilities would be required to be installed at the City's
other water supplies to provide uniform fluoride concentrations in all of the water
supplied to the City.
Conclusion
This fact sheet summarizes general information about fluoridation in light of the pending
fluoridation of one of the City's current supply sources. Three conceptual options were
presented for consideration. Tigard may choose to not accept fluoridated water from the City of
Beaverton, treat the fluoridated water from the City of Beaverton to remove the fluoride or
accept fluoridated water from the City of Beaverton. Attached to this memorandum is
background and supporting information on fluoridation from the AWWA and other sources.
Sources of Information
The following sources of information were used in developing this memorandum:
American Water Works Association. Fact Sheet - Fluoridation. 1999.
Angers, Jim. "What are the Best Methods for Fluoride Removal?" Opflow
(October 2001): 6-7.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Fact Sheet - Water Fluoridation: Background
Information. February 2002.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Populations Receiving Optimally Fluoridated
Public Drinking Water United States, 2000. February 22, 2002
Manual M4, Water Fluoridation Principles and Practices. 1995. Denver, Colorado: American
Water Works Association.
Oregon Department of Health Services. Systems Adjusting Fluoride to 1.0 mg/L.
November 12, 2002.
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February 13, 2003 City of Tigard
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for Fluoride Removal? ~
The fluoride concentration in one or
0 our town wells is 3.7S-mg/L and is
currently blended with water from
another _[Ito lower the
concentration at the consumers' taps. This
limits our operating flexibility because the
by Jim Angers
/ini Angers is the Small Systems Helpline Specialist.
Contact him at 800-366-0107 or jangers@awwa.org.
well cannot be operated by itself. What are The level of fluoride detected iii our yveq;
some methods for removing naturally
is below the US Environmental: xp#etioh S _`r
occurring fluoride from a 1,200-gpm well? Agency-established maximum co
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level (MCL) of 4 mg/L but is hiAX"I.,~ ; a
to be a concern regarding health effects. High concentrations of fluoride can cause bone dI
mottling of the teeth, and when the level is above the secondary MCL of 2 mg/L, public n64 >}ca$6~, s ,t
required. With the controversy over.fluoridation of municipal supplies, it is unfortunate that,
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excess of naturally occurring fluoride cannot be used for another supply. ti,v
if you continue to blend your water sources, the water district will save on a substantial ca~ii
investment, operating expenses, and additional processes. However, if you choose to pursue -10
modifying existing processes such as coagulation, lime softening, and greensand iron remoi%al it i
can lower fluoride levels-Some conventional treatment plants, such as one operated by then i r y
Colorado springs, Colo:, lower fluoride residuals by 25 percent by increasing coagulant fei4` s, <
e;r
USEPA lists the best available technology (BAT) treatment methods for the removal of fiudtl
activated alumina (AA) ana-reverse osmosis (RO). The Water Quality Association lists AA ar)Ce
well as electrodialysis,'borie char, And distillation as additional removal methods. S r
AA. branular activated alumina is a by-product of aluminum production; aluminum wdderf sur
activated by ekposure.to extreme heat and caustic soda. The AA is very porous and the surf ce~al`r ,
per unit of weight is quite high The.fluoride ioni . adsorbed to the surface of AA; optimur}l; - y
..`adsorption occurs when the pH of the`Water is in the 5.0-6.0 range, which is the optimum p r e
for arsenic removal as well: AA is also on the BAT list for arsenic and uranium removal Wry g°.
medium is satesated,: t is.backwashed, regenerated with caustic soda, rinsed, neutralized'
-solution, and'rinsed againl
RO..This membrane treatment process forces sourcewa
through a permeable membrane material. The perrnea
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has passed through the filter retains little or no mors,R za
Fluorldatlon of Public Water Supplies organics, depending on membrane size. There are y.ye. dada=•~ x
In view of the endorsement and resolutions of. RO units operating in the US that reduce fluoride lev~I
6 m /L to 1. m L. The flow into the membrane tih' ids x aF
the. American Dental Association, the Canadian split,, which would allow only a percentage of the now.,
Dental Association, the American Medical
treated through
Association, the Canadian Medical Association, RO and then blended with untreated flo• ;.;t t3
This would dilute the fluoride level and lower treatrYient o_s ;x
and the Health League of Canada, the American Eicctrodialysis (ED) and Electrodlaiysis Revers
Water Works Association supports the practice (EDR). Both ED and EDR are effective in reducing flab tde ,.J~,,
of fluoridation of public water supplies in confor- below the MCL levels. They are similar to RO in that }he ;fie 4,
manse with the standards set by the appropriate membrane processes. ED-EDR processes, however, us dir ,t;
regulatory agencies. current to electrically charge ions to be transferred througH.
the membrane under low pressure instead of forcing water
through the membrane under high pressure. EDR performs: f',
differently from ED, as it incorporates electrical pole reversal to control membrane scaling
fouling. ED and EDR are selective In the minerals removed and are not as effective for bacteriological.
removal. as RO.
Bone Char. This method for removal of fluoride is similar to AA, although the bone char's
capacity for fluoride is reduced each time it is regenerated. Often the medium is discarded rather
than regenerated. This process is available in skid-mounted package plants. One major US water
treatment plant used this process in South Dakota from 1953 to 1971. Currently, a resurgence.of
interest in pursuing this process for drinking water is occurring in parts of the world with high levels
Op/low October 2001
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of naturally occurring fluoride, such as India and
Thailand.
Distillation. A method that produces high-quality
treated water, distillation is a process of boiling water and
IUY capturing the condensate, more aptly used as a point-of-
use or point-of-entry treatment than as a central supply.
The process can be energy intensive and not cost-effective
for central supply applications. Solar distillation projects
have been successful for small (single family) applications
along the Mexico-US border.
Waste Stream Concerns
The disposal of backwash, spent regenerant, and spent
media is a concern, particularly since arsenic, radon,
radium, uranium, and other naturally occurring minerals
or contaminants may also be removed during several of
these treatment processes.
In dry climates the waste sludge may be dried and
disposed of in a landfill or hazardous waste facility. The
disposal methods for liquid wastes, spent media, cleaning
solutions, and concentrated-contaminant sludge vary
from region to region. Some waste streams are treated and
then discharged to the ocean or surface waters; other
streams are disposed of through the headworks of a
wastewater treatment plant.
Disposal methods also include land application, deep
well injection, and evaporation ponds. Waste
minimization should be considered throughout the
kJ Water Words to Know
elution (1) The process of separating or
washing out adsorbed material, especially by
use of a solvent. (2) In ion exchange, the
stripping of ions from the medium by passing
a more highly concentrated ionized solution
through the ion exchanger bed.
fusible plug A safety device on a
chlorine cylinder below the outlet valve that
melts at 158° F (70° C) for protection from
excessive pressure when the cylinder is heated.
graywater Untreated household used
water-such as wash or
rinse water from a sink,
5Wels bathtub, or other
household plumbing
1. c feature, except a toilet-
2 c that does not contain
human wastes.
3. b nutating Oscillating or
4. a nodding back and forth.
Some valve operators
5. d utilize a nutating gear
6. a motion to generate
rotation. The drive gear
7. c nutates upon a driven gear
8. b with one less tooth, thus
9. a producing a rotation. The
driven gear advances one
10.b tooth for each mutation of
the drive gear.
October 2001
process design. Dilution, recycle, and concentration of
solids should be practiced whenever possible. Concentrate
disposal can be a significant portion of the overall cost of
the removal process. Check with local and state regulatory
agencies for disposal requirements in your area.
For More Information
Contact the AWWA Bookstore, 800-926-7337,
custsvc(-)awwa.org, or <www.awwa.org/bookstore>, to
purchase the AWWA products below, or go to the Web site
<www.epsea.org/stilis.html> to obtain information on the
US-Mexico border project.
ee AWWA Manual 38, Electrodialysis and Electrodialysis
Reversal, No. 30038
ie AW WA Manual 46, Reverse Osmosis and Nanofiltration,
No. 30046
Chemistry of Water Treatment, 2nd edition. No. 20381
-e Water Quality and Treatment, 5th edition, No. 30038
ee Management of Water Treatment Plant Residuals,
No. 20416
Water Treatment, 2nd edition (Water Supply Operations
series), No. 1956
USEPA Design Manual Removal of Fluorides from Drinking
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February 2002-Tooth decay, also known as dental caries, is a
health problem that has plagued humankind for centuries. Until as
recently as 60 years ago, the damage caused by caries was an
inevitable fact of life for most people. The disease often meant
many visits to the dentist to have damage and painful teeth
repaired or removed. Today, primarily as a result of fluoride,
damage caused by this problem can be reduced and, in many
instances, prevented.
Fluoride's benefits for teeth were discovered in the 1930s. Dental
scientists observed remarkably low decay rates among people
whose water supplies contained significant amounts of natural
fluoride. Several studies conducted during the 1940s and 1950s
confirmed that when a small amount of fluoride is added to the
community water supply, decay rates among residents of that
community decrease. Although these studies focused primarily on
the benefits of water fluoridation for children, more recent studies
demonstrate that decay rates in adults are also reduced as a result
of fluoride in the drinking water.
Fluoride prevents tooth decay two ways: primarily through direct
contact with teeth throughout life, and when delivered through the
water supply to children during the tooth forming years. The most
inexpensive way to deliver the benefits of fluoride to all residents
of a community is through water fluoridation. All water naturally
contains some fluoride. When a community fluoridates its water, it
adjusts the level of fluoride in the water to prevent dental decay.
Currently, over. 162 million people in the United States are
supplied with water containing enough fluoride to protect teeth.
i
One of the health objectives contained in Healthy People 2010, the
plan that sets health goals for the nation for the year 2010, calls
for at least 75 percent of the population served by community
water systems to receive optimal levels of fluoride. The current
level is 65.8 percent. To reach this goal, approximately 22.5
million more people must gain access to fluoridated water through
public water systems.
Other sources of fluoride are also available. Forms of fluoride that
can be applied directly to teeth include toothpaste, mouthrinses,
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dental office. These methods of delivering fluoride are more
expensive than water fluoridation and require a conscious decision
to use them. However, the widespread availability of fluorides, via
water fluoridation, toothpaste, and other sources, has resulted in
the steady decline of dental caries throughout the United States.
Children whose dentists have evaluated as being at high risk for
tooth decay and whose home water supplies contain low amounts
of fluoride, can take dietary fluoride supplements. This daily
supplement, which can be prescribed by a dentist or a physician,
should be taken only by children if the home water supply has
been verified to contain a low concentration of fluoride.
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Populations Receiving Optimally Fluoridated Public Drinking Water --o United States, 2000
Dental caries (i.e., tooth decay) is a transmissible, multi-factor disease that affects 50% of children aged 5--9
years, 67% of adolescents aged 12--17 years (1), and 94% of adults aged >18 years (2) in the United States.
During the second half of the 20th century (3), a major decline in the prevalence and severity of dental caries
resulted from the identification of fluoride as an effective method of preventing caries. Fluoridation of the
public water supply is the most equitable, cost-effective, and cost-saving method of delivering fluoride to the
community (4 5). In the United States during 2000, approximately 162 million persons (65.9% of the
population served by public water systems) received optimally fluoridated water compared with 144 million
(62.1%) in 1992 (6). This report presents state-specific data on the status of water fluoridation in the United
States and describes a new surveillance system designed to routinely produce state and national data to
monitor fluoridation in the public water supply. The results of this report indicate slow progress toward
increasing access to optimally fluoridated water for persons using public water systems. Data from the new
surveillance system can heighten public awareness of this effective caries prevention measure and can be
used to identify areas where additional health promotion efforts are needed.
The 2000 and 2010 national health goals include objectives (13.9 and 21.9, respectively) (7,8) to increase the
1989 and 1992 national baseline fluoridation levels (61% and 62%, respectively) (6,9) to 75% of the U.S.
population served by community water systems that receive water with optimal levels of fluoride (0.7--1.2
ppm depending on the average maximum daily air temperature of the area). The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) does not regulate the addition of fluoride to water, and EPA's Safe Drinking Water
Information System (SDWIS) actively tracks fluoride concentrations only in water systems with naturally
occurring fluoride levels above the established regulatory limits (>2.0 ppm).
During 1998--2000, CDC developed the Water Fluoridation Reporting System (WFRS), a surveillance
database that included CDC's 1992 water fluoridation census (6) and EPA's SDWIS. To ensure than initial
data were accurate and complete, in 2000, CDC sent state-specific reports generated from WFRS to the oral
health contact at each state health agency for review; updated information was returned, and nonrespondents
were contacted through telephone calls and electronic messages. In July 2001, each state received its
preliminary public water system data and was asked to submit corrections. Alabama, California, Kansas,
Louisiana, Montana, Rhode Island, Texas, and Wyoming had not updated their data by September 1, 2001;
therefore, existing WFRS data were used in this report.
Fluoridation percentages were determined by dividing the number of persons using public water systems
with fluoride levels considered optimal (naturally occurring and adjusted) for the state by the total population
of the state served by public water systems. When the population served by public water systems exceeded
the 2000 population census for that state, the state census was used as the population using the public water
supplies. This might occur as a result of the methods used by water systems to estimate the population
served. These states were Alabama, Hawaii, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Utah, and Wyoming.
In the United States during 2000, approximately 162 million persons (65.8% of the population served by
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public water systems) received optimally fluoridated water compared with 144 million (62.1 in 1992 (6);
state-specific percentages (Table 1) ranged from 2% (Utah) to 100% (District of Columbia) (median:
76.7%). In 27 states during 1992--2000, the proportion increased (range: 0.8%--63.8% [Georgia and Nevada,
respectively]; median: 4.9%), and in 23 states, the proportion decreased (range: from --0.1% to --6.0% [Iowa
and Alaska, respectively]; median: 2.9%); the District of Columbia remained 100% fluoridated. Delaware,
Maine, Missouri, Nebraska, and Virginia reached 75% in 2000 and Oklahoma reached 74.6%. The national
objective has been met by 26 states, and the small increase from 1992 to 2000 of 3.7 percentage points has
left a gap of 9.2 percentage points from the overall target.
Reported by: D Apanian, MS, D Malvitz, DrPH, S Presson, DDS, Div of Oral Health, National Center for
Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC.
Editorial Note:
)FRS data indicate that during the 1990s, the estimated proportion of the U.S. population using public
water supplies that maintained optimally fluoridated water increased from 62.1% to 65.8%. This modest
progress occurred as the result of substantial increases in coverage in a few states and, in some instances,
because several large metropolitan areas commenced fluoridation (e.g., Clark County [Las Vegas), Nevada;
Los Angeles and Sacramento, California; and Manchester, New Hampshire).
The findings in this report are subject to at least three limitations. First, nonresponses might have affected
the accuracy of some states' final water fluoridation percentages by not accounting for changes in status.
Second, use of the 2000 U.S. census data as the denominator for calculating water fluoridation percentages
in seven states might have resulted in the percentages being underestimated because, in most states, the
number of persons using public water systems was probably less than the 2000 U.S. census population.
Finally, three states (Kentucky, Rhode Island, and South Dakota) reported their 1992 fluoridation rates as
100%; in these states, the apparent decrease from 1992 to 2000 in the percentage of persons using public
water supplies receiving optimally fluoridated water represents an error correction in reporting methods
rather than a true decrease.
)FRS will become an increasingly valuable tool for monitoring state and annually updating national water
fluoridation data as more users register and routinely participate in entering data and receiving reports.
)FRS updates and reports will assist states in monitoring the extent and consistency of water fluoridation.
During 2002, CDC will provide online information on water fluoridation for states that update their data
electronically.
Although the new WFRS online site might facilitate public knowledge about optimally fluoridated water,
efforts to convince jurisdictions to provide such water must address 1) the perception by some scientists,
policymakers, and members of the public that dental caries is no longer a public health problem or that
fluoridation is no longer necessaryor effective; 2) the oaten complex political process involved in adopting
water fluoridation; and 3) unsubstantiated claims by opponents of water fluoridation about its alleged
adverse health effects (10). To reach the goal of 75% of the public water drinking population supplied with
optimally fluoridated water, policymakers and public health officials at the federal, state, and local levels
will need to devise new promotion and funding approaches to gain support for this prevention measure.
Acknowledgements
This report is based on data contributed by state health, natural resources, and environmental departments.
S Randlett, Alaska Dept of Environmental Conservation. K Hayward, Arizona Dept of Health Svcs. L
Mouden, DDS, Arkansas Dept of Health. D Brunson, MPH, Colorado Dept of Public Health and
Environment. H Link, Connecticut Dept of Public Health. H Davis, DDS, Florida Dept of Health. E
Alderman, DDS, Georgia Dept of Human Resources. M Greer, DMD, Hawaii Dept of Health. L Penny,
Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare. L Lampiris, DDS, Illinois Dept of Public Health. D Cain, Indiana State
Dept of Health. M Magnant, Iowa Dept of Public Health. R Murphy, Kentucky Dept for Public Health. S
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Russ, Maine Dept of Human Svcs. N Reitman, Maryland Dept of the Environment. F Barker, Massachusetts
Dept of Public Health. J Shekter, Michigan Dept of Environmental Quality. D Rindall, Minnesota Dept of
Health. J Young, DMD, Mississippi State Dept of Health. M Logston, Missouri Dept of Natural Resources. K
McFarland DDS, Nebraska Health and Human Svcs System. C Lawson, Nevada State Health Div. A
Pelletier, MD, New Hampshire Dept of Health and Human Svcs. F Dickert, New Jersey Dept of
Environmental Protection. R Romero, DDS, New Mexico Dept of Health. E Green, DDS, New York State
Dept of Health. R King, DDS, North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Svcs. G Stewart, MPA, North
Dakota Dept of Health. J Pierson, Ohio Dept of Health. M Morgan, DDS, Oklahoma State Dept of Health. K
Salis, Oregon Health Div. N Gardner, DDS, Pennsylvania Dept of Health. R Lala, DDS, South Carolina
Dept of Health and Environmental Control. M Baker, South Dakota Dept of Health. W Wells, Tennessee
Dept of Environment and Conservation. K Zinner, MPH, Utah Dept of Health. A Lund, Vermont Dept of
Health. K Day, DDS, Virginia Dept of Health. T Wilson, Washington Dept of Health. G Black, DDS, West
Virginia Bur of Public Health. W LeMay, DDS, Wisconsin Div of Public Health.
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Charles C Thomas, 1986:221--55.
Table 1
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TABLE-11. Number of persons and percentage of the population receiving optimally fluoridated water through public water
stems WS . state - United States,1 M and 2000
2000
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2000
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2000
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1992
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Alabama-
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3,967,059
4,447.100
892%
82.696
612%
6.6
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Arizona
270,099
700354
2
489,871
4,869,065
552%
55.5%
49.9%
5.6
Arkansas,
,
1.455.767
2,431,477
59.9%
58.7%
15
7%
1.2
13.0
CaNtomta
9,551,961
33,238,057
28.79:
.
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81
-4.8
Coloratdot
2,852.386
3,708,061
762%
88
8%
.
85.9%
2.9
Connecticut
2,398.227
2.701.178
.
80
9%
67.4%
13.5
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505,747
595.000
624,923
595.000
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100.0%
100.0%
0.0
3
4
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9.407,494
15,033.574
62.6%
58.3%
92
1%
.
0.8
Georgia
6,161,139
6.634,635
92.9%
0%
9
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109.147
1.211.537
.
4%
45
48.3%
-2.9
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383,720
10,453.837
845,780
11,192.286
.
93.4%
95.2%
-1.8
3
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4,232.907
4.441,502
95.3%
98.6%
91
4%
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2.181.649
2.390.661
91.3%
5%
62
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58.4%
4.1
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1,513,306
2,421.274
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1%
96
100.0%
-3.9
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3,235.053
3.367,812
.
532%
55.7%
-2.5
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2.375,702
4.468,976
4%
75
55.8%
19.6
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Maryland'
466206
4,124.953
618,033
4,547,908
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90.7%
85.8%
4.9
2
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3,546.099
6,349,097
55.84:
57.0%
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2
2
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6,568,151
7242.531
90.7%
98
2%
,
.
93.4%
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4.8
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3,714.465
8
3.780,942
075
665
2
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46.0%
48.4%
-2.4
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Missoud,
1.227,26
4,502.722
.
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5.595.211
80.506
71.4%
9.1
3
7
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143.092
645.452
2221.
7%
77
25.9%
62.1%
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966262
1,243,713
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9%
65
2.1%
63.8
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1,078.479
1,637,105
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43
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24.0%
19.0
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347.007
807.438
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596
15
16.2%
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1,120,410
7,208,514
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1,187.404
1.548.084
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12,000,000
17.690.198
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4,862220
5,837,936
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95
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96.4%
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531.738
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557,595
188
535
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87.9%
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mat
8,355,
2.164,330
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2,900.000
74.61,
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16.6
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2,700,000
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10.750.095
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842.797
086,974
3
989.786
3,383,434
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912%
90.0%
12
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,
553.503
626,221
88.4%
100-0%
92
096
-11.6
2-5
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4.749,493
5,025.998
94.5%
65
7%
.
64.0%
1.7
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11,888,046
18,072,680
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096
2
3.1%
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43,816
579
240
2233,169
443,901
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551
677
5
6,085,436
93.3%
72.1%
21.2
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2,844,893
4,925,540
57.8%
532%
1%
82
4.6
4
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1907,000
1,387,000
87.0%
3%
89
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93.0%.
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-3.7
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3,108,738
74
3,481,285
782
493
.
30.3%
35.7%
-5.4
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DHS-DRINKING WATER PROGRAM
)(QHS SYSTEMS ADJUSTING FLUORIDE TO 1.0 mg/L (1.0 part per million)
t as of November 12, 2002
Name of Water System
County
Population
ALBANY, CITY OF
Linn
39,000
ASTORIA. CITY OF
Clatsop
9,813
BURNSIDE WATER ASSOCIATION
Clatsop
290
COOS BAY-NORTH BEND WATER BD.
Coos
37.000
COQUILLE, CITY OF
Coos
4,300
CORVALLIS, CITY OF
Benton
50,101
DALLAS, CITY OF
Polk
12,960
ELLENDALE WATER CO-OP
Polk
91
FERNHILL COMMUNITY WTR SYSTEM
Clalsop
237
FLORENCE, CITY OF
Lane
6.100
FOREST GROVE, CITY OF
Washington
16,275
GEARHART WATER DEPARTMENT
Clatsop
1,240
INDEPENDENCE WATER SYSTEM
Polk
4,625
JOHN DAY WATER DISTRICT
Clatsop
225
KEIZER, CITY OF
Marion
30,000
McMINNVILLE WATER & LIGHT
Yamhill
24,800
MONMOUTH, CITY OF
Polk
7,980
NEWPORT, CITY OF
Lincoln
10,200
OLNEY-WALUSKI WATER ASSN.
Clatsop
500
PHILOMATH,CITY OF-PUBLIC WORKS
Benton
4,000
RINK CREEK WATER DISTRICT
Coos
230
RIVER POINT
Clatsop
150
SALEM PUBLIC WORKS
Marion
170.000
SCAPPOOSE, CITY OF
Columbia
5,126
SEASIDE WATER DEPARTMENT
Clalsop
6,000
SHELLEY ROAD-CREST ACRES W.D.
Coos
475
SHERIDAN, CITY OF
Yamhill
5,200
SIDWALTER WATER DEPT
Warm Springs
100
SILVERTON, CITY OF
Marion
6,700
SIMNASHO WATER DEPT
Warm Springs
260
STANLEY ACRES WATER ASSN, INC.
Clatsop
250
SUBLIMITY, CITY OF
Marion
1,985
SUBURBAN EAST SALEM WATER DIST
Marion
12,000
SWEET HOME, CITY OF
Linn
7,800
THE DALLES, CITY OF
Wasco
11,350
TUALATIN VALLEY WD (WOLF CREEK only)
Washington
128,000
TURNER, CITY OF
Marion
1,230
WARM SPRINGS WD
Warm Springs
3,468
WARRENTON W.S., CITY OF
Clatsop
9,080
WILLOW DALE WATER DISTRICT
Clatsop
95
Total 629,236
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Water Fluoridation
Principles and Practices
R
AWWA MANUAL M4
Third Edition
FOUNDED
1881
m
American Water Works Association
Contents
Foreword, v
Chapter 1 Fluoridation and Public Health
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
History of Fluoridation, 1
Dental Benefits of Fluoridation, 2
Health Effects of High Fluoride Levels, 4
Alternatives to Water Fluoridation, 4
Facts and Fiction About Fluoridation, 5
Status of Adjusted Fluoridation, 8
References, 9
Chapter 2 Compounds Used in Adjusted Fluoridation . . . . . . . . 11
Sodium Fluoride, 11
Hydrofluosilicic Acid, 13
Sodium Silicofluoride, 14
Other Fluoride Compounds, 15
Chemical Impurities, 15
Chemical Shortages, 16
References, 16
Chapter 3 Fluoride Feed Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Solution Feeders, 17
Saturators, 20
Dry Feeders, 22
Auxiliary Equipment, 26
Reference, 33
Chapter 4 Selecting the Optimal Fluoridation System . . . . . . . . 34
Fluoridation Installation, 34
Selection of Feeder and Chemical, 38
Cross-Connection Considerations, 41
Automatic Proportioning (Pacing), 42
Equipment Installation Considerations, 43
Planning a Fluoridation Installation, 44
Reference, 45
Chapter 5 Process Monitoring and Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Control Scheme, 46
Troubleshooting, 57
Records and Record Keeping, 62
References, 62
. . . . . . 63
Chapter 6 Maintenance . • • • • • • ' ' '
Fluoride Feeders, 63
Storage Areas, 64
Laboratory, 65
Chapter 7 Safety . • • • • • • • ' ' ' ' ' . . .
Chemical Handling, 66
Toxic Exposure, 67
Reference, 68
Bibliography, 69
Index, 73
iv
Foreword
The fluoridation of water supplies has been described as one of the great advances
in modern public health. It is simply a process of adding a naturally occurring
element, fluorine, to drinking water for the purpose of preventing tooth.decay, using
guidelines developed by scientific and medical research. Fluoridation is safe,
economical, and effective.
This manual is intended to assist local and state engineers in designing
fluoridation installations and to assist water utility personnel in operating them, so
that the benefits of fluoridation can be realized to their fullest extent. Anyone plan-
ning a fluoridation installation should carefully consider the available options. This
manual provides information on the criteria governing the selection of an optimal
system; however, the manual is not intended to take the place of expert advice when
such is needed. The effectiveness of fluoridation depends on how consistently the
water treatment plant operator maintains the optimal fluoride concentration.
Because the operator holds the key to better health, this manual is particularly
dedicated to helping the operator.
The first edition of this manual was prepared by AWWA from material
supplied and previously published by the United States Environmental Protection
Agency. The first edition was revised and updated, resulting in a second edition,
which was published in 1984. This third edition was a result of updating the second
edition in the following areas:
• changing the adjusted fluoridation statistics to reflect current practice.
• including a discussion of revised federal regulations for fluoride.
• including references, where possible.
• including a discussion of fluoride chemistry.
• including a discussion of fluoride chemical shortages.
Material for this edition was reviewed and approved by the AWWA Water
Quality Division Board of Trustees, which at the time of approval included:
A.A. Stevens (Chairman), USEPA, Cincinnati, Ohio
C.L. Hamann (Vice Chairman), C112M Hill, Denver, Colo.
J.J. Costello (First Trustee), City of Chicago, Chicago, Ill.
C.A. Blank (Second Trustee), American Water Works Service
Company, Richmond, Ind.
R.J. Karlin (Third Trustee), Colorado Department of Health,
Co1o
Denver, .
J.M. Symons (Representative to the Technical and Professional
Council), Department of Civil Engineering, University of
Houston, Houston, Texas
J.E. Courchene (Representative to the Standards Council), Seattle
Water Department, Seattle, Wash.
G.G. Robeck (Representative to the AWWARF Research Advisory
Council), Laguna Hills, Calif.
J.L. Cleasby (Past Chairman), Department of Civil Engineering,
Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa Colo.
F.W. Pontius (Secretary), AWWA, Denver,
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AWWA MANUAL E [:1
Chapter 1
Fluoridation and
Public Health
Flouridation is the process of adding a naturally occurring element, fluorine (as the
fluoride ion, F - to drinking water for the purpose of reducing tooth decay. Fluorine
ranks thirteenth in abundance among elements in the earth's crust, twelfth in the
oceans, and thirteenth in the human body. Fluoridation of drinking water is not some-
drink-
thing new; it is actually a naturally occurring process. Although concentrations for widely, fluorine can be found in virtually every water supply used by man
ing purposes.
The fluoride compounds most commonly found in the earth's crust are fluorspar
and apatite, calcium fluoride, and a complex calcium fluoride-phosphate. However, no
way exists to distinguish between the origins of fluoride ions as they are found in
water. There is no difference between fluoride ions dissolved from the earth's crust
and fluoride ions occurring in water through the deliberate addition of fluoride com-
pounds.
Because of the wide distribution of the element, the difficulty in attempting to
grow plants or raise animals without it, and its role in the formation of human bones
and teeth, fluorine (as the fluoride ion) is considered to be essential to the normal
growth and development of man.
Fluorine, like chlorine (a gaseous halogen), is never found in the free state. It
always occurs in combination with other elements as fluoride compounds. In water,
these compounds dissociate into ions, and it is through these fluoride ions that
fluorine is assimilated by humans.
HISTORY OF FLUORIDATION
In 1908, Dr. Frederick McKay, a dentist in Colorado Springs, Colo., became concerned
because the teeth of many children in the community were mottled. Later investiga-
tions showed that mottling was n turadlly fluexcessive amoun oridated wateritf wafluoride in the local
s discovered that
water supply.' In towns using
2 WATER FLUORIDATION
dental fluorosis appeared only when, as in Colorado Springs, the fluoride content of
the water was abnormally high. In addition, the residents of these communities had
strong teeth and few cavities, and very few of them had lost any teeth.
Analysis
After the cause of dental fluorosis was discovered and the observation made that den-
ethey used were teethedof children
tal caries were relatively absent in the presence
y
The examina-
many areas and the drinking water supplies
tion of the teeth of these thousands of children and the fluoride analysis of hundreds
of water supplies showed he a remarkable relationship incidence of dental caries. 3eThree distinct relationships
waterborne fluoride a
were discovered
• When the fluoride level exceeds approximately 1.5 mg/L, any further increase
does not significantly decrease the incidence of decayed, missing, or filled teeth,
but higher levels do increase the occurrence and severity of mottling.
• At a fluoride level of approximately 1.0 mg/L, the optimum condition exists-
maximum reduction in caries with no aesthetically significant mottling.
the drop in
• At fluoride levels below 1.0 mg/L, caries reduction diminishes;
benefits ism drops 2eater than the drop in fluoride levels. For 0 percent over a period of time (from 10 mg/L to~0.8 mg/L),
fluoride level drops in benefits.
there will be a 50 percent drop
Because all water supplies contain measurable amounts of fluoride, that water
con-
supplies are, by definition, fluoridated. However, only those water supplies
tain fluoride concentrations near the optimal level (from 0.7 mg/L to 1.2 mg/L) have
appreciable dental significance. These waters are referred to as naturally fluoridated.
What is now referred to as the natural pr ocs of putting fluoride ions into dr inking water. for the
randomness of f
Adjusted Fluoridation sed before the idea
After the role of fluoride in water was determined, any ears onsetass World War II fur-
of imitating the natural process was first suggested. studies ther delayed the first demonstration project. During this
relationship and for
were undertaken for the purpose of verifying the determining the validity of proposed experimental adjusted fluoridation of municipal
water supplies. The first adjusted fluoridation projects be5an in 1945 in Grand
Rapids, Mich.; Newburgh, N.Y.; and Brantford, Ont., Canada. ' ; 6
Over the past 33 years continuous studies of fluorides and fluoridation have
been made by the US Public Health Service, state health departments, and non-
governmental research organizations. Since 1970 alone, more than 3700 studies on
fluorides and fluoridation have been conducted? Although chronic exposure to high
I~ levels of fluoride in drinking water may cause adverse health effects, recent studies
have upheld the effectiveness and safety of water fluoridation at the optimal level 8'9
Il Health effects of high fluoride levels will be discussed later in this chapter.
DENTAL BENEFITS OF FLUORIDATION
Tooth decay is a complex process in which all of the factors involved are not entirely
understood. It is usually characterized by the loss of tooth structure (enamel, dentin,
and cementum) as a result of the destruction of these tissues by acids. Evidence
shows that these acids are produced by the action of oral bacteria and enzymes on
FLUORIDATION AND PUBLIC HEALTH 3
sugars and carbohydrates that are taken into the mouth. This action takes place
beneath the plaque, which is an invisible film composed of gummy masses of micro-
organisms that adhere to the teeth. The bacteria alone are capable of converting some
of the simple sugars into acids, and the bacteria and enzymes acting in combination
are capable of converting carbohydrates and more complex sugars into acids.
The acids dissolve tooth enamel and initiate the process of tooth decay. As the
enamel is dissolved, a cavity forms, which usually becomes larger as the decay
process continues. The dentin underneath the enamel may also be damaged by the
action of the acid. If the protective coverings of enamel and dentin. are destroyed, the
pulp may be exposed to infection by bacteria. Tooth decay begins o in early childhood,
reaches a peak in adolescence, and diminishes during adulthood. The highest tooth
decay activity is found in school-aged children.
Nearly everyone suffers from dental caries, the most prevalent chronic disease of
man.ll More than 98 out of every 100 Americans experience some tooth decay by the
time they reach adulthood. By age 17, the average American will have 6.3 decayed,
missing, or filled (DMF) teeth. Much of the pain and expense of dental decay can be
prevented through fluoridation. No other public health measure is as effective in
building decay-resistant teeth, and the benefits can be available to all without regard
to education or socioeconomic background.
Systemic and Topical Effects of Fluoride in Drinking Water
When water containing fluoride is consumed, a small amount (20 percent) is retained
by fluids in the mouth and incorporated onto the tooth by surface uptake (this is
termed the topical effect). The greater portion (80 percent) passes into the stomach
and is rapidly absorbed by diffusion through the walls of the stomach and intestines.
It enters the blood plasma and is rapidly distributed throughout the body, including
the teeth (this is termed the systemic effect). Distributed in this fashion, the fluoride
ion is available to all the skeletal structures of the body, where it may be retained and
stored in proportions that generally increase with age and intake. Although 80 per-
cent of the fluoride is distributed throughout the body, only a small portion of the
fluoride is deposited in the bones and teeth; the remainder is excreted through the
kidneys. Bones, teeth, and other parts of the skeleton tend to attract and retain
fluoride. The soft body tissues do not retain fluoride. Fluoride is a "bone seeker," and
about 96 percent of the fluoride found in the body is deposited. in the skeleton.
Because teeth are part of the skeleton, the incorporation of fluoride in the teeth
is basically similar to that in other bones. It is most rapid during the time of a child's
formation and growth. This time period is roughly from the fourth month of pregnan-
cy to the tenth year of a child's life. The eighth year generally marks the end of the
maximum rate of incorporation of fluoride in the teeth. Erupted teeth differ from
other parts of the skeleton in that once they are formed, with the exception of the den-
tin (inner part of the tooth) and the root, there is very little cellular activity. Because
there is not as much change in the fluoride levels in the teeth after they are formed,
it is important that children drink the proper amount of fluoridated water during the
early development of the permanent teeth, usually before they start school.
The effects of fluoridated water ingested during the years of tooth development
have been amply demonstrated. At the optimal concentration in potable water,
fluoride will reduce dental caries from 50 to 67 percent among children who ingest
this water from birth. These benefits continue into adult life. Stronger teeth result
in fewer caries, requiring fewer and less extensive fillings, fewer extractions, and
fewer artificial teeth.
4 WATER FLUORIDATION
The reduction in DMF teeth in children has been well publicized. Less publicized
have been the continuing benefits. Various studies in fluoridated communities over
the past 30 years have shown a dramatic increase in the number of teenagers
completely caries-free. It has been demonstrated that even teenagers without lifetime
exposure have received benefits from adjusted fluoridation and that the benefits
increase among those with lifetime exposure. Conservative estimates indicate that 20
percent of the teenagers in a fluoridated community will be caries-free. This is about
six times as many as will be caries-free in a fluoride-deficient community.
HEALTH EFFECTS OF HIGH FLUORIDE LEVELS
High concentrations of fluoride in drinking water have been found to cause adverse
health effects. Crippling skeletal fluorosis is an adverse health effect of the bone
resulting from intakes of fluoride of 20 mg/d over periods of 20 years or more. 13 A
drinking water fluoride concentration of 10 mg/L, given a 2-Ud consumption rate,
would correspond to this value. Crippling skeletal fluorosis, as well as rheumatic at-
tack, pain, and stiffness, have been observed in individuals chronically exposed to
fluoride in drinking water at levels of 10 mg/L to 40 mg/L.14
I~
Maximum Contaminant Levels
The US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has established regulatory limits
on the fluoride content lo 4 of drinking water. Based on a detailed review of health effects
studies on fluoride, the USEPA set a maximum contaminant level (MCL) of
4 mg/L in water systems to prevent crippling skeletal fluorosis. The MCL of
4 mg/L, therefore, provides an adequate margin of safety.
A secondary maximum contaminant level of 2 mg(L has been established by
USEPA as the level above which dental fluorosis is likely to occur. 15 Dental fluorosis,
however, is considered to be a cosmetic effect and not an adverse health effect. 15
ALTERNATIVES TO WATER FLUORIDATION
Although there are other ways to provide the benefits of fluoride besides the fluorida-
tion of municipal water supply systems, municipal water fluoridation is by far the
most cost-effective means available for reducing the incidenceof caries in the com-
munity. This conclusion is based on a mass of evidence demonstrating the effective-
ness of the measure and on the most current information on costs of implementing
fluoridation.
Topical or Systemic Uptake Methods
In general, there are six alternatives to community water fluoridation, using either
~I the topical or the systemic uptake method:
1 A. Topical uptake methods
1. Topical application of sodium fluoride
i 2. Fluoride gels
3. Fluoride mouthwashes
I
B. Systemic uptake methods
1. Fluoride tablets
2. Fluoride drops
3. School fluoridation
FLUORIDATION AND PUBLIC HEALTH 5
Topical uptake methods can be used in conjunction with the fluoridation of a
municipal water supply system. Systemic uptake methods should never be used with
municipal fluoridation. Water fluoridation is considered primarily a systemic uptake
method of adding fluoride to teeth. Fluoride tablets or drops duplicate the effects of
water fluoridation in the body and the incorporation of the fluoride ion in the teeth.
Dental fluorosis could occur if water fluoridation and fluoride tablets or drops were
used together. Topical uptake methods apply fluorides only to the surface of the teeth
and the possibility of fluorosis is minimal.
School fluoridation will provide some of the benefits of community water
fluoridation and is practiced in some areas. However, it is important that children
drink the proper amount of fluoridated water during the early development of the
permanent teeth, usually before they start school, to realize the full benefits of water
fluoridation. Therefore, school fluoridation is not considered to be an acceptable alter-
native to municipal water fluoridation.
FACTS AND FICTION ABOUT FLUORIDATION
Although community water fluoridation has been proven to be the safest and the most
cost-effective method to prevent dental caries, a small percentage of the population
continues to oppose its introduction into community water systems. When fluorida-
tion is being considered for adoption by a community, persons opposed to fluoridation
often introduce charges or allegations that attempt to disprove the benefits, safety,
and effectiveness of fluoridation. Many of these charges are addressed to the plant
operator, utility manager, and consulting engineer. They are generally divided into
two groups: engineering charges and medical/legal charges. Sample charges are
presented below.
The charge: Natural fluoridation is different from adjusted fluoridation.
The fact. No matter where the fluoride ion comes from, the fluoride ion in
drinking water is the same. The element fluorine is comprised of atoms with a
definite structure. When fluorine combines with another element, each fluorine atom
gains one electron and the new substance is called fluoride. In a water solution, these
fluoride particles tend to separate into charged particles called ions. Fluoride ions
have unique properties that are different from fluorine and are consistent regardless
of the origin of the fluoride ion.
The charge: Fluoridation is wasteful. Less than one tenth of one percent of the
water is drunk by children. The remaining 99.9 percent is used for sanitary and
industrial purposes, fighting fires, washing streets, sprinkling -lawns, etc.
The fact: Fluoridation can be considered as wasteful based on this argument,
but in a similar manner, chlorination and all other water treatment processes are also
wasteful. Fluoridation of only water consumed by children is not possible, so fluorides
must be added to the entire water supply. Even with this admitted waste, the cost of
this proven method of preventing tooth decay in children is small compared to the
benefits received.
The charge: There is a danger that, either by accident or design, a whole town
will be over-fluoridated resulting in a mass poisoning of the community.
The fact: In a properly designed and operated system, the apparatus, chemi-
cals, and mode of operation are arranged so that the possibility of administering a
dangerous dose to a whole community is remote. The type of feeding equipment
commonly used is usually designed to add not more than 2 mg/L when operating at
6 WATER FLUORIDATION
maximum capacity. In addition, the fluoride content of the water is checked routinely,
so that any deviation from the optimum level is immediately discovered.
lb (as F
The minimum fatal dose for a human is approximately require fl190 uoride
kg) of
To fluoridate 10 mil gal (32 ML) of water at 1 mg/L
sodium fluoride or 140 lb (64 kg) of sodium silicofluoride. To raise the fluoride con-
centration to a level where the minimum fatal dose (2 g) could be consumed in a 10 oz
(300 mL) glass of water, it would be necessary to add to the same water supply
approximately 700 tons (635,000 kg) of sodium fluoride or 500 tons (450,000 kg) of
sodium silicofluoride at one time. Although the e danger would probably
Bator be greater) in
larger systems using dry feeders, the hopper capacity
of the designed to be limited to two-day's supply (about 50 lb [23 kg]), and even if one-
weeks's supply was added at one time, it would only be about one five hundredth of
the quantity required for the minimum fatal dose. Under these circumstances, it
would be impossible for 700 tons (635,000 kg) of fluoride chemical to be put into the
water at one time. The idea of mass poisoning of a community with fluoride is there-
fore unrealistic.
The charge: Fluoridation causes corrosion in the water lines.
The fact: Corrosion by potable water is related primarily to dissolved oxygen
concentration, pH, water temperature, alkalinity, hardness, salt concentration,
hydrogen sulfide content, and the presence of certain bacteria. The fluoride ion itself
is unrelated to corrosion at concentrations at or near the optimal level found in
potable water. Under certain water-quality conditions, a small increase in the cor-
rosivity of potable water that is already corrosive may be observed after treatment
with alum, chlorine, hydrofluosilicic acid, or sodium silicofluoride. This increase in
corrosivity is caused by a depression of pH resulting from these treatments and
occurs in potable water with a low buffering capacity. The increase in the corrosivity
is caused by a depression of pH resulting from these treatments and occurs in potable
water with a low buffering capacity. The increase in the corrosivity of potable water
as a result of the addition of the hydrofluosilicic acid or sodium silicofluoride is negli-
gible for most water systems, but where it is significant, it can be reduced by adding
small amounts of lime or caustic soda.
The charge: Fluoride addes taste, color, or odor to the water supply.
The fact. Taste, color, and odor are not affected by the addition of fluoride at a
concentration of 1 mg/L. Water supplies normally vary in their taste, color, and odor.
Materials other than fluoride, such as total dissolved solids and organic con-
taminants, are primarily responsible for causing the tastes, colors, or odors in a water
supply.
The charge: The hardness of the water makes the introduction of fluoride dif-
ficult.
The fact: Calcium and magnesium can reduce the solubility of fluorides, but
the effect is negligible with the concentrations present in natural waters. Under cer-
tain conditions, softening of the water used to make a fluoride solution may be neces-
sary to enable it to be added uniformly to the supply. For example, it may be
necessary to soften the makeup water that is added to a fluoride saturator, but soften-
ing of an entire water supply is not necessary for the addition of fluoride chemicals.
The charge: Although fluoride may be added at a uniform rate at the source of
the water supply, there is a likelihood of the fluoride tending to form pockets in water
pipes that would give rise to uneven concentrations.
The fact. At the concentration of 1 mg(L F fluoride is completely soluble and
will not be precipitated out of solution, even in hard water. The concentration of
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FLUORIDATION AND PUBLIC HEALTH 7
fluoride at the plant tap will be carried throughout the distribution system. If,
however, a change in the concentration occurs at the plant, there will be a time lag
before the change reaches outlying parts of the distribution system. The time lag
depends on the length of pipe through which the water has to pass. "Pockets of
fluoride" do not occur in the distribution system.
The charge: There are alternative, inexpensive methods, such as home
fluoridation units, that can be used by families who believe in the value of fluorida-
tion.
The fact. There is no reasonable alternative to community fluoridation. It is
impractical and expensive to attempt to equip each home with its own fluoridation
system. The operation and maintenance problems are also difficult for the average
homeowner to handle.
The charge: Fluoridation is promoted by the big chemical companies that
make huge profits out of it.
The fact: Production and sale of fluoride chemicals for water fluoridation rep-
resents only a very small fraction of the business of the fluoride chemical industry.
There are other industrial uses of fluoride chemicals, such as in the aluminum
industry.
The charge: Fluoridation causes cancer.
The fact. Early in 1975, the National Health Federation issued information
alleging a relationship between fluoridation and cancer. Their allegations have been
repeatedly disproved, both by separate reviews of their work and by independent
studies, not only in the United States but in several other countries. Reviews have
been conducted by the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health.
In addition, independent studies conducted in the United States by the National
Cancer Institute; the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; and the Centers for
Disease Control found no relationship between fluoridation and cancer death rates.
After evaluation of the available studies on the oncogenicity of fluoride, USEPA con-
cluded that adequate information does not exist to conclude that fluoride presents a
cancer risk to humans. 14 A recent study in Great Britain found nothing in any of the
major classes of epidemiological evidence that could lead to the conclusion that either
fluoride occurring naturally in water or fluoride added to water supplies is capable of
inducing cancer or of increasing the mortality from cancer. 16
The charge: Fluoridation causes heart diseases, diabetes, and liver and kidney
ailments.
The fact. Studies made in 64 cities (32 of which ' have used naturally
fluoridated water for generations and 32 of which used no fluoridation) show no sig-
nificant difference in the mortality rates from these diseases. These findings have
also been confirmed by studies in Illinois, New England, Texas, and New York.
The charge: Fluoridation is mass medication.
The fact: Fluoride is not a medicine. It does not treat or cure anything. It is a
nutrient that prevents dental decay. Like other minerals in the diet, fluoride helps the
body to resist disease, namely, dental decay.
The charge: Fluoridation is an unconstitutional and illegal invasion of
individual rights.
The fact. Over the years the legality of fluoridation has been tested repeatedly.
Courts in more than 25 states have heard fluoridation cases, and the constitutionality
of fluoridation has been upheld by state Supreme Courts in more than a dozen states.
8 WATER FLUORIDATION
In addition, at least eight times, the US Supreme Court has declined to hear these
cases because no substantial federal constitutional question was involved.
The charge: Fluorides in drinking water can produce allergic reactions.
The fact: Fluoride, in the concentration recommended for dental health, does
not cause such reactions. The American Academy of Allergy conducted a review of
clinical reports of possible allergic responses to fluoride. The academy found no
evidence of allergy or intolerance. Following completion of the study, the executive
committee of the academy unanimously adopted the following statement: "There is no
evidence of allergy or intolerance to fluorides as used in the fluoridation of community
water supplies."
The charge: The cumulative effect of a fluoridated water supply will per-
manently damage the tissues and bones of the body.
The fact. A minute part of the fluoride ingested is deposited in the bones and
teeth; the remainder is rapidly excreted through the kidneys. Bones and teeth will
accumulate fluoride over long periods of time. This is not a health problem, but rather
a benefit when an optimal concentration is consumed. As discussed previously,
adverse health effects may occur when a high concentration is consumed over an
extended period of time.
The charge: Fluoride is used as rat poison and, therefore, is harmful to
humans.
The fact: Although fluoride was used as a rat poison in the past, it was not
very effective. At present, fluoride compounds are not used as a rodenticide. Large
doses of fluoride are toxic to humans. It is essential to understand, however, that
fluoride has a dual nature and is considered by many health authorities to be an
essential nutrient in humans. Although serious toxic effects are possible from massive
doses of extremely high levels of fluoride, trace amounts of fluorides in drinking water
have a beneficial effect. The implication that fluorides in large doses and in trace
amounts have the same effect is incorrect. Many chemical elements that are essential
nutrients in humans are toxic in amounts larger than nutritional requirements,
including magnesium, manganese, zinc, iodine, and iron.
The list of objections to fluoridation, whether they relate to engineering, medi-
cal, legal, or other questions, could go on indefinitely. If additional information is
needed on any charge or fact not covered in this manual, contact the state regulatory
agency for water supplies, the state department of health, or the Dental Disease
Prevention Activity in the Federal Centers for Disease Control, Atlanta, Ga.
Fluoridation has the support of the US Public Health Service, and in the more
than 30 years that the program has been in effect, there has been no valid evidence
of harm to anyone from drinking optimally fluoridated water. There is no valid reason
for denying the benefits of fluoridation to the citizens of any community.
As far as the water plant operator and engineer are concerned, the addition of
fluoride to a water supply is well within their province, and it is their duty to follow
the directives of health officials and the governing body of the community in not just
adding fluorides, but in doing the job right.
STATUS OF ADJUSTED FLUORIDATION
As of 1983, fluoridation in the United States is practiced in approximately 7000 com-
munities serving more than 112 million people. Residents of almost 2600 additional
communities, serving more than 10 million people, consume water that contains at
FLUORIDATION AND PUBLIC HEALTH 9
least 0.7 mg/L fluoride from natural sources. As of 1985, an estimated 131 million
people have access to water with a dentally significant concentration of fluoride.
One hundred cities with populations of 50,000 or more, including Washington,
D.C., and Chicago, Ill., have had adjusted fluoridation for more than 20 years.
Approximately 70 percent of all cities with populations of 100,000 or more have
fluoridated water. More than 22 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico
provide fluoridated water to more than half their population. Of the 50 largest cities
in the United States (from the 1980 census), 42 are fluoridated. Of the 10 largest
cities, only Los Angeles, Calif., San Diego, Calif., and Phoenix, Ariz., are not
fluoridated, as of 1983. As of 1985, eight states (Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois,
Minnesota, Nebraska, Ohio, Michigan, and South Dakota) require fluoridation at
least for cities above a minimum population.
Legality of Fluoridation
The legality of fluoridation has been tested in the courts more often than any other
public health measure. Beginning in 1952, injunctions were sought numerous times
in order to prevent the initiation or continuance of fluoridation. These cases were
generally based on several of the following types of arguments: violation of religious
freedom, violation of pure food acts, lack of or abuse of police power or some municipal
authority, an unreasonable or unnecessary measure, wasteful or illegal use of public
funds, an unsafe measure or nuisance, availability of alternatives, breach of contract,
class legislation (only children benefit), and deprivation of fundamental liberties.
In all cases fluoridation has prevailed. During 30 years of litigation, fluoridation
has withstood challenges under constitutional objectives (Amendments 1, 10, and 15),
it has been upheld in the highest courts in more than a dozen states, and it has
withstood legal challenges in more than 25 states. At least eight times the US
Supreme Court has denied review, generally on the grounds that no constitutional
question was involved.
Even though the basic issues involved in fluoridation litigation were resolved
more than a decade ago, cases based on the same issues continue to appear, although
less often. Inasmuch as few of these suits were successful in obtaining injunctions,
opposition appeared later in the form of campaigns to defeat fluoridation proposals by
referendum. These were generally quite successful in that more fluoridation projects
were defeated than were approved. Of the approximately 7000 adjusted systems,
fewer than 8 percent were authorized through a referendum.
It has been estimated that fluoridated water systems, if available throughout
the country, could in time reduce the national dental bill by one half. In these terms,
the benefits expected from fluoridation are considerable.
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13. National Primary Drinking Water
Regulations; Fluoride; Final Rule and
Proposed Rule. Fed. Reg., 50:47142
(Nov. 14, 1985).
14. Final Draft for the Drinking Water
Criteria Document on Fluoride. Criteria
and Standards Div., USEPA Ofce. of
Drinking Water, Washington, D.C.
(1985).
15. National Primary and Secondary
Drinking Water Regulations; Fluoride;
Final Rule. Fed. Reg., 51:11396 (Apr. 2,
1986).
16. KNOX, E.G. Fluoridation of Water and
Cancer: A Review of the Epidemiologi-
cal Evidence. Rept. of the Working
Party on Fluoridation of Water and
Cancer. Her Majesty's Stationery Ofce.,
London (1985).
Agenda Item No. /
Meeting of P'1 a✓r-h Z5, 20Q3
National Community Development Week
April 21 - 27, 2003
WHEREAS, the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program has operated since 1974
to provide local governments with the resources required to meet the needs of persons of low and
moderate income; and
WHEREAS, Community Development Block Grant funds are used by a vast number of cities,
counties and neighborhood-based nonprofit organizations throughout the Nation to address
pressing neighborhood and human service needs; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tigard, Oregon and other local governments have clearly demonstrated
the capacity to administer and customize the CDBG program to identify and resolve pressing local
problems, such as affordable housing, neighborhood and human service needs, flood relief, job
creation and retention, and physical redevelopment; and
WHEREAS, the week of April 21 - 27, 2003 has been reserved for recognition and appreciation
of the Community Development Block Grant Program.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, Mayor )ames Griffith of the City of Tigard,
Oregon, do hereby proclaim the week of April 21 - 27, 2003 as
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WEEK
in Tigard, Oregon and call upon all citizens of our city to join in recognizing the Community
Development Block Grant Program and its importance to our community.
Dated this day of . 2003.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of Tigard
to be affixed.
James Griffith, Mayor
City of Tigard
Attest:
City Recorder
AGENDA ITEM NO. 25 - VISITOR'S AGENDA DATE : MARCH 25, 2003
(Limited to 2 minutes or less, please)
Please sign on the appropriate sheet for listed agenda items. The Council wishes to hear from you on other issues
not on the agenda, but asks that you first try to resolve your concerns through staff. Please contact the City Manager
prior to the start of the meeting. Thank you.
TOPIC STAFF CONTACTED
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE
Page 1
VISITOR'S AGENDA
AGENDA ITEM NO. 3 - VISITOR'S AGENDA DATE : MARCH 25, 2003
(Limited to 2 minutes or less, please)
Please sign on the appropriate sheet for listed agenda items. The Council wishes to hear from you on other issues
not on the agenda, but asks that you first try to resolve your concerns through staff. Please contact the City Manager
nrir%r to the start of the meeting. Thank you.
r.- - -
TOPIC STAFF CONTACTED
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE
Page 2
VISITOR'S AGENDA
AGENDA ITEM NO. 0 - VISITOR'S AGENDA DATE : MARCH 25, 2003
(Limited to 2 minutes or less, please)
Please sign on the appropriate sheet for listed agenda items. The Council wishes to hear from you on other issues
not on the agenda, but asks that you first try to resolve your concerns through staff. Please contact the City Manager
prior to the start of the meeting. Thank you.
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE TOPIC STAFF CONTACTED
Page 3
VISITOR'S AGENDA
AGENDA ITEM # -J, 1
FOR AGENDA OF March 25, 2003
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement with Washington County to Coordinate
and Define Roles Relating to the West Nile Virus Response Plan
PREPARED BY: Dennis Koellermeier DEPT HEAD OK trT CITY MGR OK
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
Consider and approve the Intergovernmental Agreement with Washington County to coordinate and define the
roles relating to meeting the goals of the State Health Services West Nile Virus Response Plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends entering into the attached IGA with Washington County due to the fact that the County's
Health and Human Services Division are better equipped to deal with this issue.
INFORMATION SUMMARY
Washington County, through their Health and Human Services Department, has been tracking the spread of the
West Nile Virus. In the event that West Nile Virus is found among mosquitoes, horse, bird or human populations,
the County is prepared to respond. Integrated mosquito management includes education, source reduction,
insecticide application and surveillance
The County's responsibility with the IGA includes:
• Coordination of efforts to meet the goals of the State Health Service's West Nile Virus (WNV) Response
Plan
• Coordinate public education related to matters of public health and human behavior throughout Washington
County
• Work with State and local organizations to survey and track human, equine and avian cases of WNV
• County will employ an entomologist to design/develop sampling program and train local agencies and their
staff on sampling process
• County will develop a complaint log, train appropriate staff and partners, maintain a database mapping
complaints and surveillance findings.
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
1. Ignore this issue
2. Forego the cooperative approach offered by Washington County and organize, plan and fund this project
at the City level.
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
N/A
ATTACHMENT LIST
1. Intergovernmental agreement w/ Attachment "A"
2. Oregon Department of Human Services Fact Sheet
3. Map
FISCAL NOTES
At this time it appears that a minimal amount of staff time, along with normal scheduled maintenance activities
that are already anticipated will be the extent of the City's cost. Should this issue escalate to where additional
actions are necessary the Council will be briefed on the issue. The parties agree that there will be no
compensation paid to the other, and that each party shall bear their own costs.
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
TO: Dennis Koellermeier
FROM: Cathy Wheatley
DATE: March 26, 2003
SUBJECT: Intergovernmental Agreement -Washington County -West Nile Virus
Dennis, on March 25, 2003, the Council approved the above-referenced IGA. Attached
are three originals that have been signed by Mayor Griffith, which are now ready for
signature by the County. When all signatures have been obtained, an original agreement
should be filed with the Records Division.
Attachments
I:WUM\CATHYU4TG-DIS'RMEM0 -TRANSMITTING IGA WEST NILE.DOC
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
This Agreement is entered into, by and between Washington County, a political subdivision of the State of
Oregon, and City of Tigard.
WHEREAS ORS 190.010 authorizes the parties to enter into this Agreement for the performance of any or
all functions and activities that a party to the Agreement has authority to perform.
Now, therefore, the parties agree as follows:
1) The effective date is: 03/01/03, or upon final signature, whichever is later.
The expiration date is: 12/31/03 which shall be automatically renewed until 12/31/04; unless
otherwise amended.
2) The parties agree to the terms and conditions set forth in Attachment A, which is incorporated
herein, and describes the responsibilities of the parties, including compensation, if any.
3) Each party shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws; and rules and regulations on
non-discrimination in employment because of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex,
marital status, age, medical condition or handicap.
4) To the extent applicable, the provisions of ORS 279.312, 279.313, 279.314, 279.316, 279.320 and
279.334 are incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth.
5) Each party is an independent contractor with regard to each other party(s) and agrees that the
performing party has no control over the work and the manner in which it is performed. No party is
an agent or employee of any other.
6) No party or its employees is entitled to participate in a pension plan, insurance, bonus, or similar
benefits provided by any other party.
7) This Agreement may be terminated, with or without cause and at any time, by a party by providing
180 days (30 if not otherwise marked) days written notice of intent to the other party(s).
8) Modifications to this Agreement are valid only if made in writing and signed by all parties.
9) Subject to the limitations of liability for public bodies set forth in the Oregon Tort Claims Act, ORS
30.260 to 30.300, and the Oregon Constitution, each party agrees to hold harmless, defend, and
indemnify each other, including its officers, agents, and employees, against all claims, demands,
actions and suits (including all attorney fees and costs) arising from the indemnitor's performance
of this Agreement where the loss or claim is attributable to the negligent acts or omissions of that
party.
10) Each party shall give the other immediate written notice of any action or suit filed or any claim
made against that party that may result in litigation in any way related to this Agreement.
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11) Each party agrees to maintain insurance levels or self-insurance in accordance with ORS 30.282,
for the duration of this Agreement at levels necessary to protect against public body liability as
specified in ORS 30.270.
12) Each party agrees to comply with all local, state and federal ordinances, statutes, laws and
regulations that are applicable to the services provided under this Agreement.
13) This Agreement is expressly subject to the debt limitation of Oregon Counties set forth in Article
XI, Section 10 of the Oregon Constitution, and is contingent upon funds being appropriated
therefor.
14) This writing is intended both as the final expression of the Agreement between the parties with
respect to the included terms and as a complete and exclusive statement of the terms of the
Agreement.
WHEREAS, all the aforementioned is hereby agreed upon by the parties and executed by the duly
authorized signatures below.
CITY OF TIGARD
Jurisdiction
gnature
JAMEs E. GRIFFITH
Printed Name
Address:
MARCH 25, 2003
Date
MAYOR
Title
13125 S.W. HALL BLVD., TIGARD, OR 97223
WASHINGTON COUNTY:
Signature
Printed Name
Address:
Mail -Stop #
Hillsboro, OR _
Date
Title
PAGE 2 OF 2 - INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT anroorrrKAUMW .us*EAoOMESMuzor+MA.11.9."
AnACRAHNT A
Statement f Work /Schedule P nt Terms
C_OiJNT'Y'S RESP NSIBILTTIES
1. County skull coordinate efforts to meet the goals of the State Health Service's West Nile
Virus (WNV) response plan.
2. County shall coordinate public education related to matters of public health and human
behavior throughout Washington County veterinarian, agricultural, and wildlife
3. County sball work with state and local health, and avian cases of WNV• County shall
organizations to survey and track buman, equipa
alert those subject to this Intergovernmental Agreement of confirmed cases.
4. County shall employ an entomologist to design/develop sampling program, train Clean
process
Water Services and Local Jurisdictions (Cities) staff on sampling process, p
mosquito larva, and collect and process adult samples.
5. County shall develop a complaint log, train appropriate staff and partners, maintain a
database mapping complaints and surveillance findings.
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and tracking. anticipation
5. Local Jurisdiction shall actively educate neighborhood associations, community p
organizations, and other citizen groups, and encourage private property source reduction
efforts and other personal behaviors that will reduce risk of exposure.
6. Local Jurisdiction shall maintain catch basins and storm water facilities to limit the presence
of standing water and decaying organic debris (particularly dead cattails and grass clippings).
Focal Jurisdiction shall install habitat features as appropriate to promote amphibian, bird, and
predatory insect (dragonfly) populations that feed on mosquito larva.
7. Local Jurisdiction shall implement mosquito control tasks based on public health risk as
determined by the County.
The parties agree that there will be no compensation paid to the other, that each shall bear their
own costs and that the reasonable and good consideration exists to form this agreement.
LOCAL JURISDICTIO gASPONSIBILI I S
i . Local Jurisdiction shall utilize and distribute public education materials provided by the
County and CWS, in order to maintain a consistent regional communication strategy.
2. Local Jurisdiction shall report mosquito complaints to the County.
3. Local jurisdictions shall work with county-contracted entomologist to design/develop and
conduct a regional water sampling regime that will include representative catch basins, storm
water facilities, and natural wetlands throughout areas within their boundaries throughout the
mosquito season (March thru October).
d li er waterflarva samples to County entomologist for processing
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Multnomah County
(inflammation of the brain), and rarely, death.
Information Line
503-988-6453
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Vol. 51, No. 18 laboratory testing.
West_Nie_Wru_5 NEW! Bird and animal testing has ended for 2002.
"(P-n )20K Information about testing in 2003 will be available
soon.
Oregon Health Services Links
. "Take the Bite_Out of_S.ummer" Poster (Pon
(153K)
3/10/03
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. West Nile Virus- _What.you_ should- know
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. Oregon Mosquito.-borne Disease Response.
P!_an (EPT) 76pp (4955K)
. Information for health.-case providers «'_1~Fl)
(180K)
. Information for veterinarians (P_PF)(62K)
. Patient. specimen --submission procedures.
(152K)
. Bird .speci.men_ Submission.. procedures. tor)
(108K)
. Tips for proper_protection_when_using DEET
insect repellent
Exit Links Ex-LT--.View a map of West Nile virus in the U.S.
. CDC's West__Nile_virus basics
. CDC/NIOSH's Recommendations to_avoid
mosquito contact
. CDC's West Nile virus information for
clinicians
. FDA Guidance for the blood industry
® West Nile virus information from Multnomah
County Vector and Nuisance Control
Disease Reporting: Health care providers and
clinical laboratories are required to report cases
and suspect cases of diseases of unusual public
health significance immediately upon
identification. On weekends and holidays, call
503/731-4030 to reach the state health
department doctor on call.
For county health departments: case__re.port form
($LQ2) mor)(34K).
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Surveillance Program
A special West Nile virus surveillance program has been initiated in 49 st,,
cities, and the District of Columbia. See the Epidemic/ Epizootic West Nile
the United States: Revised Guidelines for Surveillance Prevention and C
2001 (286 KB, 111 pages) for a full description. Data are being collecte
weekly basis and are reported for the following five categories: wild birds,
chicken flocks, human cases, veterinary cases, and mosquito surveillancE
Surveillance and Control Guidelines
Revised guidelines are available to assist public health professionals with
virus surveillance and control efforts. See Epidemic/Epizootic West Nile ti
(286 KB, 111 pages)
Subjects covered include surveillance, laboratory diagnosis, prevention ai
methods (including such topics as source reduction and biological control
department infrastructure recommendations, data sharing and reporting,
research priorities.
Case Definition
See the case definition (2001) for Ence halitis,_.Arboviral (includes Califor
Eastern equine, St Louis Western equine,_)kest Nile, Pawassan). From'
Fnir♦Pminloov Pmoram nffir:P.
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City of Tigard
City Council Presentation:
Plans for Community Policing
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Community Policing Components
• Why do we want to do this
• How we'll identify what to focus on
• What we'll talk about or what the format '
will be at the neighborhood meetings
• When and Where will we hold them
i
• Who will attend the neighborhood meetings
Selected Communities For
Analysis:
• Tigard
• Tualatin
• Beaverton
Continuing the philosophy of
Community Oriented Policing
• Tigard has a history of C.O.P.
• Problem solving
• Prevention
• Partnerships
• What does the data suggest?
• Do we know what the public wants?
• What are our next steps?
DATA REVIEW
• Compare Tigard With Surrounding Communities:
• Population
• Dispatched Calls for Service
• Self-initiated calls for service
• Vehicle collisions and traffic enforcement
• Gun and narcotic cases
• Part 1 and Part 2 offenses
1
Traffic Citations
YEAR CITES ACCIDENTS POP
2002
5,804
935
44,070
2001
5,681
1,435
43,030
2000
4,432
1,842
42,260
1999
4,568
862
37,670
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• GUNS
• MONEY
• NARCOTICS
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Part I & II Crimes in Tigard
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• Part I Crimes: crimes against persons
• Part If Crimes: crimes against property
2300
1300
1000
300
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Pieces of the Puzzle
• We know the crime trends
• We know the collision data
• We know the call for services workload '
• We know we have progressive youth
outreach and support programs
• The missing piece - WHAT does the Public
want and expect from their police dept?
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HOW?
• Be pro-active
• Take our municipal services out into the
community
• Ask for input and direction directly from
our customers
• HOLD COMMUNITY OUTREACH
MEETINGS!
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WHAT we want to know
• What other services do they expect from us?
• How can we better serve you?
• How would you have us prioritize our
services in the face of shrinking budgets?
• What new and emerging problems exist in
the neighborhoods that we should know?
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WHO?
• Meet and dialogue with a Tigard City
Councilor
• Meet your new Police Chief
• Meet representatives from each of Tigard's
Municipal Departments
• Everyone is invited anyone to attend!
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WHY?
• The "Partnership" piece of Community -
Policing
• Provide an opportunity for dialogue with the ,
citizens we serve
• How are we doing with the services we
currently provide?
• Are we providing the services the Citizens
expect from us?
WHERE and WHEN?
• The meetings will be held in 4 different areas of
Tigard at Elementary Schools
• Thursday, April 24 @ Templeton
• Thursday, May 1 @ C.F. Tigard
• Thursday, May 8 @ Mary Woodward
• Thursday, May 15 @ Metzger
• Doors open at 6:30 PM
• Meeting begins at 7:00 PM
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
TO: Honorable Mayor & City Council
FROM: Cathy Wheatley, City Recorder
DATE: March 21, 2003
SUBJECT: Community Outreach Meetings - Information for the March 25, 2003,
Council Meeting
Enclosed is the Council Agenda Item Summary and information flyer announcing
Community Outreach Meetings. This is on the March 25, 2003, Council agenda.
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AGENDA ITEM # 5
FOR AGENDA OF March 25.2003
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE Community Outreach Meetings
PREPARED BY: William M. Dickinson DEPT HEAD OK 1.:.~ CITY MGR OK 22~1
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
The issue before the Council is to receive information regarding community outreach meetings.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
No recommendation; information only.
INFORMATION SUMMARY
The Police Department is planning to conduct meetings in the community as a communication tool to get citizen
input on service the City provides. The goal is to improve the services and better meet the needs of Tigard's
citizens. The meetings will be presented at four elementary schools on Thursday evenings, beginning April 24,
2003. See the attached information flyer for details. Representatives from the City of Tigard and TVFR will be on
hand to answer questions. Later, there will also be a meeting scheduled for the business community with a similar
format.
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
No alternative suggested.
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
This area is specifically addressed in our direction statement for the Public Safety Visioning Plan for the Police
Department.
ATTACHMENT LIST
Attached is the information flyer announcing the meetings.
FISCAL NOTES
The approximate cost will be $120, and there is money in the budget for this expense.
Crmm"u y Cutreack Meetirzy
Take advantage of this opportunity!
Tigard Police Chief Bill Dickinson wants to
hear your concerns and ideas about Tigard.
Representatives from other City of Tigard departments will also be on hand to answer your
questions. Make plans to attend one of these meetings and offer input on how your City
could provide you better service.
Do you have ideas to share? Be involved! Let the police and the other various city
departments hear your thoughts. Your City is making an effort to increase communication
and implement service improvements. A Tigard City Council member will also be on hand to
listen. You are invited to participate with City of Tigard representatives to work together to
improve our city. TVF&R representatives will be on hand to answer your fire safety questions.
Meetings have been scheduled in various Tigard locations for your convenience. Plan to
attend any of the four scheduled community gatherings.
City representatives will be available beginning at 6:30 PM. Take advantage of this
opportunity. The meetings will begin promptly at 7:00 PM and conclude at 8:00 PM.
The dates and locations are:
Thursday, April 24, 2003 Templeton School (9500 SW Murdock St.)
Thursday, May 1, 2003 C.F. Tigard School (12850 SW Grant Ave.)
Thursday, May 8, 2003 Mary Woodward school (12325 SW Katherine St.)
Thursday, May 15, 2003 Metzger School (10255 SW 90th Ave.)
For additional information, please contact the
Tigard Police Public Information Officer at 503-718-2561.
Agenda Item No.:
Meeting of:
Packet Materials for
5
March 25, 2003
Discussion Concerning Community
Outreach Meetings
will be available in hard copy on Friday, March 21, 2003.
For more information, contact the City Recorder's Office at
503-639-4171
OUCR MANUAL - January 1986
1.6.2 LEVEL 2 - Expanded "Criminal" Information Reporting
of all information in level 1
This level includes reporting o Location
plus use of optional data such as Premise Typa
Code, Officer ID, Property Recovered for Other Agencies,
etc.
Arrests for Traffic Crime, Arrests for Other Agencies,
Warrants Served, Detoxification, Protective Custody, etc.,
may also be reported under this level
1,7 CRIME REPORTING GROUPS the Oregon
For the purposes of publishing and reporting,
UCR program ususlly groups crimes in one of two different
ways as follows:
1, PART I (Index) and PART II Offenses.
This is the national standard
and FBI national publications
other states. It 'is the basis
and those of other states.
This standard is over 50 years old and is based on the
scope and limitations of the National U R Program. The
offenses in their respective groupings 1 • . • PERT II
•.PART_I index)
-Z " Simple Assault
Homicide Forgery/Counterfeit
Forcible Rape Fraud
Robbery - Embezzlement
Aggravated Assault Stolen Property
' Burglary Vandalism
Larceny Weapons Laws
Motor Vehicle Theft Prostitution
Arson Other Sex Offenses
Drug Abuse
Gambling
Offenses Against'Family
D.U.I.I.
Liquor Laws
Disorderly Conduct
Negligent Homicide
All Other
Curfew - Juveniles
Runaway - Juveniles
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
TO: Honorable Mayor & City Council
t
FROM: Cathy Wheatley, City Recorder of
DATE: March 21, 2003
SUBJECT: Community Outreach Meetings - Information for the March 25, 2003,
Council Meeting
Enclosed is the Council Agenda Item Summary and information flyer announcing
Community Outreach Meetings. This is on the March 25, 2003, Council agenda.
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.44,
AGENDA ITEM # 5
FOR AGENDA OF March 25, 2003
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE Community Outreach Meetings
PREPARED BY: William M. Dickinson DEPT HEAD OK CITY MGR OK
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
The issue before the Council is to receive information regarding community outreach meetings.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
No recommendation; information only.
INFORMATION SUMMARY
The Police Department is planning to conduct meetings in the community as a communication tool to get citizen
input on service the City provides. The goal is to improve the services and better meet the needs of Tigard's
citizens. The meetings will be presented at four elementary schools on Thursday evenings, beginning April 24,
2003. See the attached information flyer for details. Representatives from the City of Tigard and TVFR will be on
hand to answer questions. Later, there will also be a meeting scheduled for the business community with a similar
format.
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
No alternative suggested.
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
This area is specifically addressed in our direction statement for the Public Safety Visioning Plan for the Police
Department.
ATTACHMENT LIST
Attached is the information flyer announcing the meetings.
FISCAL NOTES
The approximate cost will be $120, and there is money in the budget for this expense.
Community OutreacGl, M"
Take advantage of this opportunity!
Tigard Police Chief Bill Dickinson wants to
hear your concerns and ideas about Tigard.
Representatives from other City of Tigard departments will also be on hand to answer your
questions. Make plans to attend one of these meetings and offer input on how your City
could provide you better service.
Do you have ideas to share? Be involved! Let the police and the other various city
departments hear your thoughts. Your City is making an effort to increase communication
and implement service improvements. A Tigard City Council member will also be on hand to
listen. You are invited to participate with City of Tigard representatives to work together to
improve our city. TVF&R representatives will be on hand to answer your fire safety questions.
Meetings have been scheduled in various Tigard locations for your convenience. Plan to
attend any of the four scheduled community gatherings.
City representatives will be available beginning at 6:30 PM. Take advantage of this
opportunity. The meetings will begin promptly at 7:00 PM and conclude at 8:00 PM.
The dates and locations are:
Thursday, April 24, 2003 Templeton School (9500 SW Murdock St.)
Thursday, May 1, 2003 C.F. Tigard School (12850 SW Grant Ave.)
Thursday, May 8, 2003 Mary Woodward school (12325 SW Katherine St.)
Thursday, May 15, 2003 Metzger School (10255 SW 90th Ave.)
For additional information, please contact the
Tigard Police Public Information Officer at 503-718-2561.
AGENDA ITEM #
FOR AGENDA OF March 25.2003
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE Discussion with State Senator Ginn Burdick and State Representative Max
w lluams
DEPT HEAD OK~ 0-68 I MGR OK
PREPARED BY: Greer Gaston
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
A discussion with State Senator Ginny Burdick and State Representative Max Williams on issues of interest to
Council.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Identify issues of interest or concern for Senator Burdick and Representative Williams.
INFORMATION SUMMARY
The Legislative Assembly convened on January 13, 2003. As long as the Assembly is in session, Senator
Burdick and Representative Williams will meet with Council on the 4`h Tuesday of each month during the
Council business meeting to update Council on legislative activities.
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
None.
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
Communication Goal #1, Action Committee Strategy: "Encourage public participation through accessibility and
education."
FISCAL NOTES
None.
AGENDA ITEM #
FOR AGENDA OF March 25, 2003
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE Update on Qwest/Verizon Franchise Fee
PREPARED BY: Craig Prosser DEPT HEAD OK
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
CITY MGR OK
Receive verbal report on status of the joint audit of franchise fees paid by Qwest and Verizon.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Receive information
INFORMATION SUMMARY
The City of Tigard is participating in a joint audit conducted by 69 Oregon cities of franchise fees paid by Qwest
and Verizon for use of the public's rights-of-way to deliver their services. Written notifications of audit have been
provided to both utilities, and the audit steering committee (of which Tigard is a member) have had face-to-face
and telephone conversations with both utilities regarding the audit.
The audit of Verizon appears to be proceeding in a cooperative manner.
Qwest has informed the steering committee that it will be unable to allow this audit until April 2006. Qwcst has
followed up on that message with individual letters to each participating city.
Staff will present a verbal briefing to Council to bring them up-to-date on these discussions and likely next steps.
Staff will also be prepared to respond to any questions from Council i
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
None. This is an informational briefing only.
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
NA
ATTACHMENT LIST
None
FISCAL NOTES
Tigard's share of the Qwest and Verizon audits is expected to cost about $25,000. It is impossible to determine
at this time how much in delinquent payments would be received as a result of these audits, if any.
AGENDA ITEM # D
FOR AGENDA OF Marc125, 2003
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE A resolution granting an exemption from property taxes under Tigard munici al
code section 3.50 for three non profit low income housing projects owned and operated by Commu ity Partners
for Affordable Housing.}
CITY MGR OK l a "►h~'
PREPARED BY: Craig Prosser DEPT HEAD OK
ISSUE BEFORE THE COUNCIL
Shall three low-income housing projects owned and operated by the Community Partners for Affordable Housing
be exempted from City of Tigard property taxation for 2003?
STAFF RECOMMENDA 1'1UN
Staff recommends approval of this resolution.
INFORMATION SUMMARY
Tigard Municipal Code 3.50 allows certain organizations providing low income housing to be exempted from
Tigard property taxation upon application by March I of each year and a demonstration of compliance with certain
criteria listed in the Code.
Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH) owns and operates Greenburg Oaks. (formerly Villa La Paz),
located at 11875 SW 915L Avenue in Tigard. CPAH also owns a single family home located at 9330 SW Tangela
Ct. in Tigard, and it developed a low-income housing project on SW Hall Blvd. known as the Village at
Washington Square. These projects are operated as low-income housing and meet all criteria listed in Tigard
Municipal Code. CPAH submitted an application for exemption from 2003 property taxes on Feb. 28, 2003. All
three of these properties were exempted from property taxation in 2002.
The attached resolution gives consent from the City of Tigard for this tax abatement. Under state law, CPAH must
receive similar approval from jurisdictions accounting for 51% (or more) of the total property taxes to be levied on
these properties. CPAH will also make application to the other taxing units.
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONNWbKIIKJ
Do not approve this tax exemption
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMN1rI K r= K Kcti K r~u x
N/A
ATTACHMENT LIST
Resolution
Letter of application and back-up materials from CPAH.
Memo from Duane Roberts regarding CPAH's applications meeting TMC Criteria
FISCAL NOTES
The estimated assessed value of the three properties and the estimated impact of an exemption from City of Tigard
property taxes are shown below.
Property
Village at Washington Square
Single family home
9330 SW Tangela Ct.
Greenburg Oaks
Total Impact
* Because these properties have been exempted from property taxation in the past, Washington County does not show a current
assessed value. This figure is an estimated value based on data from the County and CPAH.
In FY 2002-03, the City calculated that this property tax abatement was worth $10,233 to CPAH. There are no
estimates of the value of the abatement in prior years due to the lack of assessed valuation information from
Washington County.
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City of Tigard
FebnM 23, 2003
Village at Washington Square
11157-11163 SW Hall Boulevard, Tigard
1A. Property Description i
10. Project's Charitable Purpose
I_C. Certification of Resident Income Levels i
How Tax Exemption Will Benefit Residents
E. Tax Exempt Status i
lVerification of information
Attachments:
• Resident Demographics Profile
IRS Letter
A. Property Description
Village at Washington Square is located at 11157-11163 SW Hall Boulevard, between SW
Spruce and SW Pfaffle in Tigard. The Village at Washington Square is CPAH's fast new
construction project. Construction began in August 2001 and was completed in May 2002. The
project was fully occupied in September 2002. The site is located within the Washington Square
Regional Center and is proximate to many employment opportunities as well as public
transportation and other services. The neighborhood has a combination of single-family and multi-
family dwellings. The Village at Washington Square includes three residential buildings with a
total of 26 dwelling units, and a community building all arranged around a central courtyard/play
yard. The project includes one studio, seven one-bedroom, five two-bedroom, seven three-
bedroom and six four-bedroom units. Eleven ofthe units are traditional apartments, while the
other 15 are townhouse style units with entrances on the second floor. The project includes a
small green space with benches, a path and a butterfly garden.
The total site contains .84. acres (Lot 1 is .73 acres and Lot 2 is .11 acres). The site was up-zoned
to R-40. The pre-construction assessed value was $177,530 ($77,600 for Lot 1 and $99,930 for
Lot 2) and 2000-2001 property taxes levied were $2,732 ($1,194 for Lot 1 and $1,538 for Lot 2).
Legal Description: Partition Plat 1998-038, Lot 1 and Partition Plat 1998-038, Lot 2 in the City
of Tigard, County of Washington, State of Oregon
Tax Lot: 1 S 135DA (04600 8t 04700)
0. Project's Charitable Purpose
The mission of Community Partners for Affordable Housing, Inc. (CPAH) is to promote a
healthy community through the development of: permanent affordable housing, sustainable
economic growth, and community-based partnerships.
The Village at Washington Square was the fast addition of affordable units to the Tigard housing
stock in a decade. The 26 units are covenanted to be affordable to very low-, low and moderate-
income residents on a permanent basis (The Village at Washington Square will provide
affordable housing for a minimum of sixty (60) years, with maximum rents regulated by covenants
on the property). During this 60 year period, rents will be affordable to households at 30%,45%
and 500/6 of area median income and significantly below market rents. Half of the units are three
and four bedroom units to allow us to serve large low-income families who have often been
unable to find larger, affordable units in Tigard.
CPAH is expanding its community partnerships (with Tigard Police, Tigard Library and Tigard-
Tualatin School District) and resident services program to the Village at Washington Square.
Apartments at the Village at Washington Square have been made available to participants in the
Hopespring and SAFAH programs (self-sufficiency programs for families in recovery or escaping
domestic violence) and clients of Tualatin Valley Centers (for individuals in recovery).
The Community Center is the focal point of the support, skill building and community building
activities offered to residents and includes a small computer center. Youth programs include
homework mentoring, access to computers and high speed Internet, after-school crafts and story
hours, an eleven week Summer Youth Program and a Youth Individual Development Account
Program (financial literacy training and matched savings so youth can invest in a item of their
FEBRUARY 28, 2003 APPLICATION FOR TAX ABATEMENT PAGE 2 OF 4
choice that is academic, athletic or artistic). Adult programs include Neighborhood Watch, GED
tutoring, access to computers and high speed Internet, job search mentoring and an Individual
Development Account program (a financial literacy and matched savings program to help low-
income families to invest in a home or in education).
The Village at Washington Square is located within a census tract (309) which has a higher than
average concentration of low-income rental households (median income $25,543 vs. $35,669
citywide in 1990). The number of residents without a high school diploma is notably higher than
for Tigard as a whole (15% vs. 9%). This area boasted the second highest concentration of
children under 9 of the eight census tracts in Tigard. While this area represents 9% of Tigard's
population base, it is home to nearly 16% of the city's minority households.
C. Certification of Resident Income Levels
Resident income levels are verified upon application. Residents may remain in their units as long
as they income qualify at entry. Rents are well below the market for the area. Resident income
will be certified on an annual basis.
D. How Tax Exemption Will Benefit Residents
our financial analysis for the Village at Washington Square assumed property taxes at zero. For
both the initial development, and long-term operations of the project, full tax abatement is
essential. A rough estimate of property taxes based on the cost of the project plus the cost of the
land is $55,000. This results in a direct reduction in rents of approximately ($2115 per unit per
year, or increased rents of $176 per unit per month). Thus, tax abatement offers a direct benefit to
residents who will pay dramatically lower rents. Tax abatement is key to the long-term
sustainability of a project operating with such low rents. Rents at these levels are the only option
for families working in the surrounding retail, service sector and light industrial settings.
E. Tax Exempt Status
CPAH is the general partner of the Village at Washington Square Limited Partnership, a single
asset nonprofit corporation. CPAH,s IRS Determination Letter is attached. CPAH undergoes full
audit of its books annually, as will the Village at Washington Square. Mark Schwing of Markusen
& Schwing in Beaverton provides audit services for CPAH. Blume, Loveridge & Co. provides
audit services for the Village at Washington Square Limited Partnership. The State of Oregon
Housing and Community Services Department and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development both will audit the project annually, visiting 50-100% of the 26 units. The tax credit
investor (Limited Partner) also monitors the project on a monthly basis and visits on at least an
annual basis.
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APPLICATION FOR TAX ABATEMENT
FEBRUARY 28, 2003
Verification of Information
As CPAH's deputy director, I hereby certify that the information in this application for tax
abatement is accurate and complete as of this date, to the best of my knowledge. Income Property
Management will provide the day-to-day management of the property and is responsible for
certifying income levels of each resident for compliance with program guidelines. If additional
information is desired on any aspect of this application, please do not hesitate to call. Thank You
in advance for your consideration.
Martin Soloway, CPAH Deputy Director
February 28, 2003
APPUCATiON FOR TAX ABATEMENT PAGE 4 OF 4
FEBRUARY 29, 2003
INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE
DISTRICT DIRECTOR
P. O. BOX 2508
CINCINNATI, OR 95201
Date:
MAR 1IUJ
COMMUNITY PARTNERS FOR AFFORDABLE
HOUSING
PO BOX 23206
TIGARD, OR 97281-3206
Dear Applicant
DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
Employer Identification Number
93-1155559
DLN:
.17053030720009
Contact Person:
THOMAS E O'BRIEN ID# 31187
Contact Telephone Number:
(877) 829-5500
Our Letter Dated:
February 1995
Addendum Applies:
No
This modifies our letter of the above date in which we stated that you
would be treated as an organization that is not a private foundation until the
expiration of your advance ruling period.
Your exempt status under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code as an
organization described in section 501(c) (3) is still in effect. Based on the
information you submitted, we have determined that you are not a private
foundation within the meaning of section 509(a) of the Code because you are an
organization of the type described in section 509(a)(1) and 170 (b) (1) (A) (vi) .
Grantors and contributors may rely on this determination unless the
Internal Revenue Service publishes notice to the contrary. However, if you
lose your section 509(a)(1) status, a grantor or contributor may not rely on
this determination if he or she was in part responsible for, or was aware of,
the act or failure to act, or the substantial or material change on the part of
the organization that resulted in your loss of such status, or if he or she
acquired knowledge that the Internal Revenue Service had given notice that you
would no longer be classified as 4-section 509(a) (1) organization.
If we have indicated in the heading of this letter that an addendum
applies, the addendum enclosed is an integral part of this letter.
Because this letter could help resolve any questions about your private
foundation status, please keep it in your permanent records.
If you have any questions, please contact the person whose name and
telephone number are shown above.
Sincerely yours
'op"Za r
District Director
Letter 1050 (DO/CG)
PO"' d MAR 0 3 M
FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING, INC. "as
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City of Tigard
~ IiCai~n for Tax aim
Fe may28, 2003
Greenburg Oaks (formerly Villa La Paz) Apartments
11875 SW 91 s Avenue, Tigard
A. Property Description
B. Project's Charitable Purpose
C. Certification of Resident Income Levels
D. How Tax Exemption Mi11 Benefit Residents
E. Tax Exempt Status
Verification of information
Attachments:
Resident Income Certification and Profile
IRS Letter
A. Property Description
Greenburg Oaks is located at 11875 SW 91" Avenue, just off Greenburg Road and Pacific
Highway in Tigard. This 84-unit garden court apartment complex is centrally located, between
Washington Square (the County's largest shopping mall) and Tigard's Main Street. The
neighborhood is basically residential, although proximate to a variety of commercial and retail
employers. Several major bus lines serve the area. Greenburg Oaks consists of 84 units in four
buildings: 12 one-bedroom/one-bath 564 square feet units, 60 two-bedroom/one-bath units of 839
square feet, and 12 three-bedroom/one-bath units of 1,007 square feet. The buildings are two and
one-half stories above ground (1/2 below grade). All are wood frame, with stucco and concrete
exteriors with pitched, composition shingle roofs, built around 1970. Forty-two of the units have
fireplaces. CPAH added a new community facility in the center of the complex which houses a
computer center, library, multipurpose room and property management office.
The total site contains 3.01 acres and is built at a density of 28 units per acre, an allowable non-
conforming use. There are 64 carports and a total of 142 parking spaces (ratio of 1.7 spaces per
unit). The 1995 assessed value was $2,471,890, and 1995-96 property taxes levied were $33,874.
According to Washington County's Assessor, the 1999 assessed market value of improvements:
$2,744,030 and of land: $672,000.
Legal Description: The site is located in the southeast 1/4 of Section 35, Township 1 South,
Range 1 West (Willamette Meridian).
Tax Lot: The Washington County Map shows the site as tax lot 23-74-2000, Parcels I, II, and M.
B. Project's Charitable Purpose
The mission of Community Partners for Affordable Housing, Inc. (CPAH) is to promote a
healthy community through the development of: permanent affordable housing, sustainable
economic growth, and community-based partnerships.
Greenburg Oaks was CPAH's first housing development project. Our acquisition and renovation
of the complex ensured that the 84-units were brought up to and maintained in accordance with
current health and life safety codes, and are affordable to low- and moderate-income residents on a
permanent basis (CPAH has committed to 40 years of affordability for those at 50 and 60% of
median income; in reality many resident incomes are around 30% of median income.
Partnerships with Tigard's Police Department and Tualatin Valley Fine & Rescue have enhanced
the safety and quality of life for residents. Partnerships with Community Action
Organization/Neighborshare and Portland General Electric for significant weatherization
improvements have resulted in reduced utility bills for families residing in the complex. CPAH
works closely with Neighborshare, which provides information and referral as well as emergency
services like food box, rent and utility assistance to qualified residents, based on resources
available. CPAH partners with social service programs such as HopeSpring (a partnership of
Lutheran Family Services, Tualatin Valley Centers and Community Action Organization-CAO)
and SAFAH (CAO program) that provide ongoing case management to help families achieve self-
sufficiency.
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The community center at Greenburg Oaks is the focal point of the support, skill building and
community building activities that &AH offers through its resident services program. CPAH's
on-site computer learning center currently offers six personal computers with CD-ROM drives, a
networked printer and high-speed Internet access for use by residents. The computer center is
used by youth for homework, research, e-mail and educational games and by adults for job search
activities and Internet access. The Tigard Library has twice obtained grant resources to purchase
children's material for our on-site library.'
CPAH also offers an Individual Development Account Program to residents. The program
includes extensive financial literacy training and matched savings accounts. The savings can be
used for either home ownership or higher education. In February 2002, CPAH kicked off an
Individual Development Account Program for youth. Youth participants take part in financial
literacy training activities and community service and receive matched savings that can be
invested in an item of their choice that is academic, athletic or artistic.
C. Certification of Resident Income Levels
Resident income levels are verified upon application. Approval of tenancy requires that all
applicant have a total verified household income of 60% or less of the area median income.
Households may remain in their units as long as they income qualify at entry. Rents differ by unit
size and income target, but most are in the $400-600 range, well below the market for the area.
D. How Tax Exemption Will Benefit Residents
our financial analysis for the Greenburg Oaks project assumed property taxes at zero. This results
in a direct reduction in rents of approximately $35,000/84 units = $416 annually per unit. Thus,
tax abatement offers a direct benefit to residents who pay lower rents. Additionally, tax abatement
is key to the long-term sustainability of a project operating with such low rents.
We continue to make capital improvements at the property. We are in the middle of a major
capital improvement project, planning to spend nearly $600,000 on repairs and improvements to
the property in the next few years. This work will include waterproofing of all foundations,
replacing the storm drain system, replacing worn emergency fire stairs, renovating exterior decks,
replacing most of the water mains to the project, and extensive renovation of worn apartment
interior features.
E. Tax Exempt Status
CPAH is the general partner of the Villa La Paz Limited Partnership, a single asset nonprofit
corporation established for the purpose of acquiring the apartments and qualifying for low-income
housing tax credits. CPAH's IRS Determination Letter is attached. CPAH undergoes a full audit
of its books annually, as does Greenburg Oaks. Mark Schwing of Markusen & Schwing provides
audit services for CPAH and the Villa La Paz Limited Partnership. The State of Oregon Housing
and Community Services Department and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development both audit the project annually, visiting 50-100% of the 84 units.
APPLICATION FOR TAX ABATEMENT PAGE 3 OF 4
FEBRUARY 28, 2003
VarMication of Information
As CPAH's deputy director, I hereby certify that the information in this application for tax
abatement is accurate and complete as of this date, to the best of my knowledge. Income Property
Management provides day-today management of the property and is responsible for certifying
Income levels of each resident for compliance with program guidelines. If additional information
is desired on any aspect of this application, please do not hesitate to call. Thank you in advance
for your consideration.
~"Mzea: 12~~
Martin Soloway, CPAH Executive D' r
February 28, 2003
FEBRUARY 28, 2003 APPLICATION FOR TAX ABATEMENT PAGE 4 OF 4
INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE
DISTRICT DIRECTOR
P. O. BOX 2508
CINCINNATI, OH 45201
Date
MAR I 1 IM
COMMUNITY PARTNERS FOR AFFORDABLE
HOUSING
PO BOX 23206
TIGARD, OR 97281-3206
Dear Applicant:
DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
Employer Identification Number
93-1155559
DLN:
17053030720009
Contact Person:
THOMAS E O'BRIEN ID# 31187
Contact Telephone Number:
(877) 829-5500
Our Letter Dated:
February 1995
Addendum Applies:
No
This modifies our letter of the above date in which we stated that you
would be treated as an organization that is not a private foundation until the
expiration of your advance ruling period.
Your exempt status under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code as an
organization described in section 501(c)(3) is still in effect. Based on the
information you submitted, we have determined that you are not a private
foundation within the meaning of section 509(a) of the Code because you are an
organization of the type described in section 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi).
Grantors and contributors may rely on this determination unless the
Internal Revenue Service publishes notice to the contrary. However, if you
lose your section 509(a)(1) status, a grantor or contributor may not rely on
this determination if he or she was in part responsible for, or was aware of,
the act or failure to act, or the substantial or material change on the part of
the organization that resulted in your loss of such status, or if he or she
acquired knowledge that the Internal Revenue Service had given notice that you
would no longer be classified as 4-section 509(a)(1) organization.
If we have indicated in the heading of this letter that an addendum
applies, the addendum enclosed is an integral part of this letter.
Because this letter could help resolve any questions about your private
foundation status, please keep it in your permanent records.
If you have any questions, please contact the person whose name and
telephone number are shown above.
Sincerely yours
4 2~ ice/
District Director
Letter 1050 (DO/CG)
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City of Tigard
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Febuary28, 2=
Tangela Single Family Rental Home
9330 SW Tangela
A. Property Description
B. Project's Charitable Purpose
C. Certification of Resident Income Levels
0. Flow Tax Exemption Will Benefit Residents
E. Tax Exempt Status
Verification of information
Attachments:
0 IRS Letter
A. property Description
Community Partners for Affordable Housing, Inc. acquired the single family "Tangela
House' at 9330 SW Tangela in Tigard, on December 31, 1999, with assistance from the
Washington County CDBG program and a loan from Washington Mutual Savings Bank. It is
located just two blocks from CPAH's largest multifamily project, Greenburg Oaks (formerly Villa
La Paz). It is on a quiet cul-de-sac in largely single-family residential neighborhood, off Greenburg
Road.
The total site is 5,450 square feet and is zoned R-7 residential. The two-story structure is 1,916
square feet in size. CPAH converted an upstairs bonus room into an additional bedroom and
completed other necessary repairs after initial acquisition.
Legal Description: Barbee Court, Lot 1, Tigard, County of Washington, State of Oregon.
Tax Lot: 1S135DC-05300.
B. Project's Charitable Purpose
The mission of Community Partners for Affordable Housing, Inc. (CPAH) is to promote a
healthy community through the development of. permanent affordable housing, sustainable
economic growth, and community-based partnerships.
CPAH acquired the four-bedroom single family home in order to assist the County and the Good
Neighbor Center Shelter in meeting a "replacement unit" requirement triggered by the Uniform
Relocation Act when the shelter acquired its current site and demolished a single family home
housing a low-income family. CPAH completed needed repairs and upgraded the home to a five-
bedroom, in order to provide a rare opportunity in our community-an affordable single-family
rental for a very large family.
The home is proximate to CPAH's Greenburg Oaks property, where management and resident
services are available. The residents of this home are very low-income and eligible for services
CPAH offers and coordinates. These services include a computer center, community room,
neighborhood watch, Individual Development Account and other programs. The resident services
coordinator personally visits the home on a regular basis to ensure that the property is well
maintained and to develop an ongoing relationship with the residents.
The home is located within a census tract (309) which has a higher than average concentration of
low-income rental households (median income $25,843 vs. $35,669 citywide in 1990). The
number of residents without a high school diploma is notably higher than for Tigard as a whole
(15% vs. 9%). This area boasted the second highest concentration of children under 9 of the eight
census tracts in Tigard. While this area represents 9% of Tigard's population base, it is home to
nearly 16% of the city's minority households.
Q Certiflcadon of Resident Income Levels
Resident income level is verified upon application, and must be less than 601/6 of the area's
median income. Income is recertified on an annual basis. The current tenant holds a Section 8
certificate and is also recertified by the Housing Authority of Washington County for continuing
qualification for the program.
FEBRUARY 28, 2003 APPLICATION FOR TAX ABATEMENT PAGE 2 OF 2
D. How Tax Exemption Vlfill Benefit Residents
Taxes for the year 2000-2001 were $2,100, or $175 per month. We developed our initial proforma
with debt service coverage at 1.15 showing full tax abatement, and rent of $850. We rented the
home for $950, and did not file a tax abatement application in the first year we operated it.
Because if was our first single family home, we wanted to ensure that our operating budget
performed as assumed. We commissioned a thorough inspection survey prior to purchase, and
offered a reduced price in order to make additional safety repairs.
During the first years of operation, we have replaced the hot water heater and furnace components,
as well as completing roof repairs and other more minor repairs and maintenance needs. A
volunteer group completed an upgrade to the landscaping in summer 2001 as part of Washington
County Clean and Green. We have arranged through the Home Depot staff training program to
paint the house this summer. Tax abatement provides a subsidy to cover maintenance and capital
repairs without having to pass these costs on to the rent.
E. Tax Exempt Status
CPAH owns the Tangela property, with Washington County in first position and Washington Mutual
in second on the outstanding debt CPAH is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, which is audited
annually by Mark Schwing of Markusen and Schwing. In completing CPAH's audits, Mark reviews
all aspects of compliance under the County grant and Washington Mutual ban documents
FEBRUARY 28, 2003 APPLICATION FOR TAX ABATEMENT PAGE 3 OF
Verification of Information
As CPAH's deputy director, I hereby certify that the information in this application for tax
abatement is accurate and complete as of this date, to the best of my knowledge. Income Property
Management provides the day-to-day management of the property and is responsible for certifying
income levels of each resident for compliance with program guidelines. If additional information
is desired on any aspect of this application, please do not hesitate to call. Thank you in advance
for your consideration.
R -74. r--0
Martin Soloway, CPAH Deputy Director
February 28, 2003
APPLICATION FOR TAX ABATEMENT PAGE 4 OF 4
FEBRUARY 28, 2003
INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE
DISTRICT DIRECTOR
P. O. BOX 2508
CINCINNATI, OH 45201
Date
VAR 1 1 101
COMMUNITY PARTNERS FOR AFFORDABLE
HOUSING
PO BOX 23206
TIGARD, OR 97281-3206
DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
Employer Identification Number
93-1155559
DLN:
17053030720009
Contact Person: ID# 31187
THOMAS E O'BRIEN
Contact Telephone Number:
(877) 829-5500
Our Letter Dated:
February 1995
Addendum Applies:
No
Dear Applicant
This modifies our letter of the above date in which we stated that you
would be treated as an orgnizationthat is not a private foundation until the
expiration of your advance ruling pe
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organization of the type
Grantors and contributors may rely on this determination unless the
internal Revenue Service publishes notice to the contrary. However, if you
lose your section 509(a)(1) status, a grantor or contributor may not rely on
part of
this determination if he or in part or failure to act, orhtheasubstantialeoromaterial och nge w on ther of,
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acquired knowledge that the internal Revenue Service hadgen no organization.
would no longer be classified as a,•section 509(a)(1) if we have indicated inet ishea in eof this letter that an addendum
applies, the addendum
Because this letter could help resolve any questions about your private
foundation status, please keep it in your permanent records.
If you have any questions, please contact the per3on whose name and
telephone number are shown above.
Sincerely yours, O
District Director
Letter 1050 (DO/CG)
CITY OF TIGARD
Community Develo
Shaping A Better Com
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF TIGARD
TO: Craig
FROM: Duane
DATE: 3/5/03
SUBJECT: Applications for Tax Abatement
The Tigard-based Community Partners for Affordable Housing '(CPAH) has
submitted separate applications for low-income housing tax exemptions for the
three properties it owns and manages inside the City. The three include the 26-
unit Village at Washington Square, the 84-unit Greenburg Oaks (formerly, Villa
La Paz), and a four-bedroom single family house located two blocks from the
Greenburg Oaks units.
TMC 3.50.020, "Nonprofit corporation low income housing; exempt criteria",
provide standards for considering exemption requests. These criteria and
whether and how the CPAH applications meet each criterion are reviewed below.
1. The property is owned or being purchased by a corporation that is
exempt from income taxes under section 501(c) (3) or (4) of the Internal
revenue Code
A copy of an Internal Revenue Service letter, dated March 11, 1999, verifies that
CPAH qualifies as a 501(c) organization.
2. Upon liquidation, the assets of the corporation are required to be
applied first in payment of all outstanding obligations, and the balance
remaining, in cash and in kind, to be distributed to corporations exempt
from taxation and operated exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific,
literary or educational purposes or to the State of Oregon.
The list of submittal requirements under TMC 3.50.040 does not include any
reference to information on asset liquidation, and the CPAH applications do not
contain any such information. The director has verbally confirmed to staff that
the organization's incorporation papers do, if fact, include a provision of this kind.
3. The property is occupied by low income persons.
The TMC defines low income as household income at or below 60% of area
median. According to the CPAH submittals, in the case of all three of its projects,
income is verified upon application and is re-certified on an annual basis.
Household income at or below 60% of median is the cut off for continued
eligibility. Current average household size and income for Village a Washington
Square tenants is 2.8 person and $16,123, respectively. The same figures for
Greenburg Oaks tenants are 2.7 persons and $18,006. Therefore, this criterion
is met.
4. The property or portion of the property receiving the exemption, is
actually and exclusively used for the purposes described in section 501 (c)
(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code
The applications indicate and a staff visit to the two apartment complexes
confirms that all the property is exclusively used for the intended purposes.
5. The exemption has been approved as provided in section 3.50.050
This criterion relates to the required City process for handling exemption
requests.
Conclusion:
CPAH-owned properties have qualified for tax abatement each year since 1996.
According to the applications submitted for FY 03-04 abatement, no change in
circumstances have occurred that would disqualify the non-profit housing
provider from continuing to receive the exemption.
The "Affordable Housing Program", adopted 9/03 as "a complete and official
statement of the City's overall affordable housing program", includes tax
abatement as one of the City's strategies for facilitating affordable housing in the
community. Its purpose is to allow the owners of low-income housing to reduce
rents. As such, granting the exceptions to CPAH would be consistent with the
applicable TMC standards and with the adopted City housing policy.
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Downtown Task Force
Recommended Station
Design Elements
Process
■ Task Force took photos of favorite
examples from existing stations and
downtowns
■ Voted, reviewed, discussed choices to
arrive at consensus recommendations
■ Approved final document
Document Objectives
s Provide design guidance to TriMet
s illustrate preferred elements
for station
■ Provide a design palette for
Main Street
Downtown Task Force
Phase I:
Station Design: Two Elements
1) Design Recommendations • March
2) Recommended Pedestrian/ Circulation
Improvements Related to Rail • June
Phase II:
Revitalization Plan/Scope of Work •
June/December 2003
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Recommendations
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Park and Ride Lot
■ Include a second access to alleviate
traffic on main street and for safety
concerns
■ Include sidewalks for parking lot
pedestrian safety
elters - Roof
pitched roof
vith metal
rame that
allows for
natural light
Shelter Railings
Dk. Blue 4-legged, round bronzed rail
or brick posts.
Lights
Metal pole with
translucent
fixtures
Use same style
for platform, lot,
and eventually
Main Street
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Windscreens
Unconnected, etched glass panels
Paving
Basic - Scored Concrete. Consider
Benches - Metal
Artistic, yet traditional
Tree Grate and Guard
if trees are included:
Round, simple
iron grate
with guard to
protect trees
and children.
Railings
All metal with decorative elements.
Should be clearly visi uble for safety
Trash
Black Metal with circulation openings
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Bike Racks
simple, yet traditional, or artistic.
Avoid standard approaches.
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Boundary Walls
oatetarrneder or d like natural channel elements. ffic.
Signs
List businesses by general type.
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Historical Text and Context
Paving
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Station Enhancements
Encourage TriMet to consider these as
project additions.
Suggested Guidelines:
s Incorporate traditional elements
■ Create distinctive landmarks
■ Reflect Tigard's history
Other Ideas
■ Tie hot-air ' Clock Tower
balloons into
designs to
reflect the
Festival of
Balloons
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AGENDA ITEM # '1
FOR AGENDA OF 3/25/03
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ISSUE/AGENDA TITLE Review Commuter Rail Station Design Recommendations from the Downtown Task
PREPARED BY: Beth St. Amand DEPT HEAD OK
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Review and consider endorsement of the "Recommended Design Elements for the Downtown Tigard Commuter
Rail Station" document prepared by the Downtown Task Force. City Council appointed the 12-member Downtown
Task Force in November 2002, charging the group with three main objectives for its 18-month appointment. The
Task Force recently completed work on the first objective, providing direction on station design. The Task Force
document "Recommended Design Elements for the Downtown Tigard Commuter Rail Station" (Exhibit A)
summarizes the Task Force's preferences for the station.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Review and consider endorsement of the "Recommended Design Elements for the Downtown Tigard Commuter
Rail Station" document (Exhibit A). The document will be forwarded to the TriMet Board of Directors to a)
influence station design, and b) determine financial responsibility for station components.
INFORMATION SUMMARY
City Council appointed the 12-member Downtown Task Force in November 2002, charging the group with
three main objectives for its 18-month appointment. The Task Force recently completed work on the first
objective, which directed the Task Force to work closely with Washington County and TriMet to influence the
station's development and appearance. The Task Force document "Recommended Design Elements for the
Downtown Tigard Commuter Rail Station" (Exhibit A) summarizes the Task Force's preferences for the
station. This completes the Task Force's first objective.
In order to influence the station design, the Task Force worked to provide TriMet with its suggestions prior to
the start of Final Design, anticipated in April 2003. The recommendations document reflects the Task Force's
proactive efforts with TriMet and Washington County over the last seven months. TriMet provided key
technical assistance to aid the Task Force. TriMet staff worked closely with the group to identify different
station elements and probable designs. Task Force members then photographed elements throughout the metro
area that could be used for Tigard's station and the Downtown. At the November and December 2002 meetings,
the Task Force reviewed and discussed those examples to arrive at consensus recommendations, and approved
the document containing those recommendations (Exhibit A) at its February 27, 2003, meeting.
OTHER ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
The Task Force reviewed alternatives for each station component; the preferred alternatives are included in the
document.
Council may:
1) Review Exhibit A and endorse, approving the proposed resolution (Attachment 1).
2) Review and modify the Task Force recommendations and /or the proposed resolution (Attachment 1).
VISION TASK FORCE GOAL AND ACTION COMMITTEE STRATEGY
Community Character and Quality of Life/Central Business District Goal #1, Provide opportunities to work
proactively with Tigard Central Business District Association (TCBDA) businesses and property owners and
citizens of Tigard to set the course for the future of the central business district.
Transportation and Traffic Goal #3, Alternative Modes of Transportation are Available and Use is Maximized.
ATTACHMENT LIST
Attachment 1: Resolution
Exhibit A: "City of Tigard Downtown Task Force Recommended Design Elements for the
Downtown Tigard Commuter Rail Station"
Attachment 2: Memo on Funding Issues Related to Commuter Rail Station Design Recommendations
Attachment 3: Downtown Tigard map
Attachment 4: Urban Services Intergovernmental Agreement Between Washington County, the City of
Tualatin, the City of Tigard, the City of Beaverton, and the City of Wilsonville
FISCAL NOTES
The Task Force recommendations are meant to influence TriMet's final design and will be used to discuss
financial responsibility for station amenities and enhancements with TriMet. The discussions will help
determine the funds needed to realize the Tigard station as presented in the Recommendations document.
Attachment 2 briefly reviews funding for station components.
However, it should be noted that the final design will be submitted as part of TriMet's land-use application for
the station. The City's land-use review will evaluate the final design and examine requirements for safety
measures, pedestrian connectivity, impact on transportation network, and compliance with all plans, including
the Transportation System Plan.
Attachment 2
CITY OF TIGARD
Community Development
Shaping A Better Community
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF TIGARD
TO:
Jim Hendryx
FROM:
Barbara Shields
DATE:
March 3, 2003
SUBJECT: Funding Issues Related to Commuter Rail Station Design Recommendations
This memo reviews the funding issues related to the Task Force's Commuter Rail station design and
development recommendations. Task Force recommendations will be forwarded to TriMet to
1) influence station design; and
2) determine financial responsibility for station components.
The Task Force recommendations address
1) the station platform; and
2) the park and ride lot.
TriMet intends to fund station elements within the project's baseline budget. The total capital cost for the
Commuter Rail line is $120 million (year-of-expenditure dollars). Federal, state and local funding will cover
construction costs. Local and state sources have committed $60 million for the project. A request for federal
authorization and funding for the balance is pending.
An Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between all the affected jurisdictions (including Tigard) indicates
that station improvements may recognize design variations included in local design guidelines and
standards but any cost attributable to physical improvements or modifications that is greater than the cost in
the design guidelines will be the financial responsibility of the permitting city.
The Downtown Tigard station is one of five stations included in the overall design. The preliminary design for
the Tigard station includes a platform in the existing railroad right of-way, and a 120-space park-and-ride. The
platform will be approximately 200 ft. long by 20 ft. wide. The existing Transit Center will be connected to the
platform with an elevated walking ramp.
Based on the funding approach contained in the IGA, it appears that several of the Task Force
recommendations for the Tigard station may go beyond the "project's baseline budget" and would have to
be the financial responsibility of the City of Tigard.
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Attachment 2
Below is a short review of the project's current funding approach and anticipates the areas where the City
and Task Force may have to find alternative methods of funding station improvements. In short, the City
needs to initiate a discussion to help determine the funds needed to realize Tigard's station as presented in
the Task Force's Recommendations.
Station Design Funding Issues
The Task Force focused on design components of the platform. In its station work, TriMet defines three types of
improvements: Station Elements, Amenities, and Enhancements. TriMet's public art program provides funding
for permanent art works, some of which are integrated into station designs (such as railings or paving).
• Station Elements are basic station components and remain the same throughout the line. They
would be funded by TriMet. Examples include shelters and lights.
• Station Amenities - This category includes station railings, paving and benches. Basic versions of
these items may be funded by TriMet; the art program may enhance these as well.
• Station Enhancements - Communities may consider adding amenities with local funding that are
beyond the basic design; TriMet will strive to incorporate station enhancements wherever financially
feasible. Enhancements are not typically funded by TriMet's projects unless an artist performs the
work as part of the art program. The clock tower may be one item where the City and Task Force
may have to find alternative methods of funding.
TriMet intends to fund design options and station elements within the project's baseline budget. Examples
given in Exhibit A to Commuter Rail Intergovernmental Agreement - Washington County Commuter Rail
Station Design Scope include shelters with metal roofs, steel support columns and a stainless steel leaning
rail; platforms with benches; pedestrian level lighting with 10-foot high precise concrete poles. TriMet has
said that the Project will provide similar improvements in each of the cities based on a consistent set of
project design specifications, with the exception of any enhancements provided by TriMet's art program.
The final cost of the additional designed elements that go beyond the "baseline" budget has not been
estimated yet but will be determined during the Final Design phase for the station.
Park and Ride Funding Issues
The Task Force recommended that TriMet add a second access to the park and ride due to safety
concerns. The City's Transportation System Plan includes the planned Walnut/Ash Street extension
collector. This potential route lies to the south of the park and ride (Attachment 3). The Ash Street extension
may be one of the options to provide a second access to the park and ride.
It should be noted that the safety conditions of the TriMet station will have to be evaluated by the City as
part of the permitting process to develop a transit facility. A transit facility in the CBD (Central Business
District) zone requires conditional use approval. Conditional uses can be approved after a public hearing by
the Hearings Officer. The Hearings Officer can approve, approve with conditions or deny an application.
The Hearings Officer has 10 days from the decision to file a final order. This final order can be appealed to
the City Council.
The transit facility will require an analysis of traffic conditions. Other major considerations would include
impacts on all public facilities to make sure they have adequate capacity to serve the use and all zone
requirements are met, including the requirements of site development review.
At this point, TriMet has not applied for a development permit. TriMet anticipates that the project will open in
Fall 2005. To meet this schedule, TriMet would apply for the project's necessary land use permits later this
year.
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Attachment 2
A preliminary traffic study done by a consultant hired by the City indicated that the impacts associated with
the station development do not warrant the second access. The preliminary cost of the Ash Street extension
(half street improvements plus right of way acquisition) prepared by Engineering oscillates around
$500,000. The City's Capital Improvement Program does not include funding for the portion of Ash Street
that could be built as a potential second access.
Therefore, while a funding source is being sought, the park and ride final design will need to reflect the
City's Transportation System Plan and preserve a future Ash Street connection/accessway in the plans.
Summary
The City and Task Force will continue to work with TriMet regarding the final design and funding package
for the Downtown Tigard station.
The City will be a member of TriMet's Design Issues Group, which will convene liaisons from each
jurisdiction to review the in-progress design and allow the City to have input throughout the design
process.
The City has a resident/Task Force member on the TriMet Commuter Rail Art Committee. This
group will be working with the artists on individual station improvements.
When TriMet submits its land-use application, the City will review the final design and examine
requirements for safety measures, pedestrian connectivity, impact on transportation network, and
compliance with all plans, including the Transportation System Plan.
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CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
RESOLUTION NO. 02- (0 1
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT (IGA) WITH WASHINGTON COUNTY REGARDING THE TIGARD STATION-
AREA DESIGN AND COORDINATION FOR COMMUTER RAIL.
WHEREAS, in 1996 Tigard joined with Washington County, the cities of Beaverton, Tualatin, Wilsonville
and Sherwood, and the Oregon Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of commuter rail along
the freight rail line running between Beaverton and Wilsonville;
WHEREAS, in 1999 Washington County and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) began conducting
an alternatives analysis and an environmental assessment;
WHEREAS, both processes have been successfully concluded and the project is now seeking federal
approval to begin final design;
WHEREAS, the City of Tigard will have commuter rail stations in Downtown Tigard and in the
Washington Square Regional Center;
WHEREAS, the City of Tigard has supported the commuter rail project throughout the planning process;
WHEREAS, Washington County is entering into an IGA with Tigard and all affected jurisdictions
(Tualatin, Beaverton and Wilsonville) to allow better coordination and station design consistency
between the cities and the County;
NOW, THEREFORE., RE IT RESOLVED by the Tigard City Council that:
SECTION 1: Mayor Griffith is authorized to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with
Washington County regarding the Tigard-station area design and coordination for
Commuter Rail, attached as Exhibit A to the Resolution.
SECTION 2. This resulution is effective immediately upon passage.
PASSED: This ~l day of C~-ZDb-Q2. 2002.
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RESOLUTION NO. 02 --CPI
Page 1
Exhibit A to the
Resolution
URBAN SERVICES INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGRFF.MF.NT
BETWEEN
THE CITY
CITY OF WILSONVILLE AND WASHINGTON COUNTY, OREGON ON,
RECITALS
1. This intergovernmental agreement, hereinafter Agreement, is entered into on the last date
shown on the signature pages by City of Tigard, the City of Tualatin, the City of Beaverton and
the City of Wilsonville, hereinafter "Cities," and Washington County, hereinafter "County," all
political subdivisions of the State of Oregon; and
2. ORS 190.007 provides for the furthering of economy and efficiency in local government by
intergovernmental cooperation.
3. The parties desire to enter into this Agreement for the purpose of allowing better coordination
and design consistency between the Cities and the County in response to the design of station
areas for the Washington County - Wilsonville to Beaverton Commuter Rail Project, hereinafter
"Project'.
4. The Project is defined in the Washington County Commuter Rail Preliminary Engineering
documents prepared by URS Consultants and dated February 2002.
5. The Project includes physical improvements to be located in each of the Cities that will require
local land use review and permitting. The Project will be more specifically defined daring the
final engineering and design phase.
6. Cities and County coordinated during the preliminary engineering and design phase of the
Project to reach a consensus on the fundamental design features of the physical improvements of
the Project. This consensus represents a common understanding between the Cities and County of
the Project improvements to be constructed in the Cities and any potential impacts associated
with the Project.
7. The parties have unanimously endorsed the Wilsonville to Beaverton Commuter Rail Project
based on the anticipated benefits to the transportation system and support the final design and
engineering efforts that will lead to construction of the project. The Wilsonville to Beaverton
Commuter Rail Project is recognized and included in the Transportation System Plan of each
city.
8. It would be to the benefit of the Cities and the County to coordinate planning and permit
review for the development of the Project to insure that the Project provides similar station area
improvements in each of the Cities based on a consistent set of Project design expectations.
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City of Beaverton and the City of Wilsonville
9. it would he to the benefit of the Project to coordinate planning and permit review for the
development of the Project to insure that extraordinary expenses do not result from the local
review process that could impact the financial feasibility of the Project.
THE CITIES OF TUALATIN, TIGARD, BEAVERTON, WILSONVILLE, AND
WASWNGTON COUNTY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
1. AREA AFFECTED BY THIS AGREEMENT
The area affected by this Agreement is the Project property subject to local land use
review and permitting by the Cities that is generally described as the Commuter Rail
station areas, including station platforms, park-and-ride lots, operating base and related
facilities. This property will be further defined as a result of the final engineering and
design effort for the Project.
11. PROJECT DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES
a. Insofar as practical, Cities shall be treated equally in terms of type and design of
station area Project improvements within each of the Cities' jurisdictional
boundaries. Station area Project improvements shall be consistent with a common set
of design guidelines (as shown in Exhibit A) for station areas established by the
Project. Project improvements may recognize design variations included in local
design guidelines or standards. However, any incremental cost attributable to
physical improvements or modifications that is greater than the cost in the design
guideliuCS (Exhibit A), ur as agreed W through the prucess set forth in III c. will be
the financial responsibility of the permitting city.
b. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Commuter Rail Project
Manager and the city designee will be prepared outlining the details for costs,
construction, roles and responsibilities for station area and any off-site
improvements. This MOU will be prepared and agreed to prior to filing a formal land
use application with the applicable city.
c. Efforts shall be made through coordination between the Cities and County to protect
the Project from extraordinary expenses resulting from local land use reviews and
approvals that may impact the financial feasibility of the Project.
Ill. DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
a. County or its designee will be the applicant for all necessary land use applications for
submittal to each City. The applicant shall pay all required application fees or as
otherwise agreed.
Land use applications submitted to each of the Cities will reflect the Project
improvements based on the common understanding of the station area Project design
and impacts shown in Exhibit A and including any variations or enhancements
agreed to by the City and the Project. A Pre-Application Conference will be held with
the particular permitting city prior to application submittal to review the project
design and formalize this common understanding of Commuter Rail facility design
within each City. The Pre-Application Conference will also identify permit
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City of Beaverton and the City of Wilsonville
requirements and an estimated schedule for review of land use applications. During
the local project review process, the City in which the application is being processed
will assign a staff liaison to the Commuter Rail project who will act as the primary
point of contact between that City and the permit applicant.
During City's review of land use applications, design issues and/or impacts that
extend beyond the Station Area Project Design Guidelines shall be immediately
brought to the attention of the County or its designee. County or its designee and
City shall meet to evaluate the effects of the City-initiated design changes on the
design and financial feasibility of the Project. If design changes can be made that are
consistent with the design guidelines of Exhibit A and the Project Development
Principles (Section 11) of this agreement, such changes shall be incorporated into the
Project design and land use application.
d. If a determination of consistency with the Exhibit A cannot be reached, the
provisions of the Dispute Resolution section (Section IV) of this Agreement shall be
followed.
IV. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
In case of a dispute over the provisions of this Agreement, the one or more Cities and
County staff for each entity will immediately refer the dispute to the respective City
Manager or Mayor and the County Administrator for resolution. If the City Manager or
Mayor and the County Administrator cannot resolve the dispute within 30 days, it shall
be forwarded to the Commuter Rail Steering Committee for resolution (the Commuter
Rail Steering Committee is composed of elected representatives from the four cities,
Washington County and the Tri-Met General Manager). If the Commuter Rail Steering
Committee is unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days, the dispute shall be subject to
binding arbitration under ORS 190.710-190.800 except that the parties can each select an
arbitrator and those arbitrators shall select a third arbitrator. The third arbitrator shall
hear the matter. Any decision resulting from this dispute resolution process shall not be a
land use decision but may be incorporated into a final land-use decision by the City. The
cost of the arbitrator shall be borne equally by the parties to the dispute. Each party shall
be solely responsible for its cost of legal representation, if any.
V. NOTICE OF APPLICATIONS
Cities shall give notice to County or its designee of all claims, land use applications,
hearings, decisions and any appeals of those decisions made under the authority of this
Agreement. County or its designee shall forward to other signatories to this agreement
copies of all claims, land use applications, hearings, decisions and any appeals of those
decisions made under authority of this Agreement.
VI. TERM OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement shall be effective upon final signature and shall remain in effect for three
(3) years. The Agreement may be extended for a subsequent two (2) year term upon
mutual agreement of the parties. This Agreement may be terminated by any party upon
ninety (90) days written notice to the other parties.
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City of Beaverton and the City of Wilsonville
VII. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
Each patty shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local ordinances, statutes,
and regulations that are applicable to the services provided tinder this Agreement.
VIII. DEBT LIMITATION
This Agreement is expressly subject to the debt limitation of Oregon Counties as set forth
in Article XI, Section 10 of the Oregon Constitution and is contingent upon funds being
appropriated therefor.
IX. HOLD HARMLESS
Subject to the limitations of liability for public bodies set forth in the Oregon Tort Claims
Act, ORS 30.260 to 30.300, an the Oregon Constitution, each party agrees to hold
harmless, defend, and indemnify each other, including its officers, agents and employees,
against all claims, demands, actions and suits (including all attorney fees and costs)
arising from the indemnitor's performance of this Agreement where the loss or claim is
attributable to the negligent acts of omissions of that party.
X ASSIGNMENT
Each of the parties understand that the County shall have the right to assign this
Agreement without the Cities consent to an entity that designs, constructs, and/or
operates passenger rail service in this corridor.
X1 MODIFICATION
Mudifications to this Agreement arc valid only if made in writing and signed by all
parties. This writing is intended as the final expression of the agreement between the
parties with respect to the terms and as a complete and exclusive statement of the terms
of the Agreement.
In WITNESS THEREOF, the parties have executed this Intergovernmental Agreement on the
date set below their signatures.
WASHINGTON COUNTY, OREGON
By:
Date:
Tom Brian, Chair
Washington County
Board of Commissioners
Approved as to form:
County Counsel
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
By:
Ji OCriftth ayor
Cg.
Date: Qd-010Zr oDq)
Approved as to form:
City Attorney
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City of Beaverton and the City of Wilsonville
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Development Partners, also endorsed the partner's proposal that argued for adequate industrial
sites in multi-locations within the region. LCDC will consider the remaining portion of Metro's
Task #2 at their May meeting scheduled for the Portland area.
For more information go to: www.lcd.state.or.us.
Contact us: westsidenwestside-alliance.ora or 503-968-3100. Website: www.westside-alliance.or£
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72nd OREGON LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY-2003 Regular Session J'
Senate BU1626
Sponsored by COMMITTEE ON REVENUE (at the request ofMetro Regional Services)
SUMMARY
The following summary is not preparedby the sponsors ofthe measure and is not apart ofthe body thereofsubject
to consideration by the Legislative Assembly. It is an editor 's brief statement of the essential features of the
measure as introduced.
Creates Revenue Sharing Task Force to studyrevenue sharing byjurisdictions that share urban
growth boundary.
Sunsets task force on January 2, 2006.
Declares emergency, effective on passage.
1 A BELL FOR AN ACT
2 Relating to taxation task force; and declaring an emergency.
3 Be It Enactedby the People of the State of Oregon:
4 SECTION 1. (1) The Revenue Sharing Task Force is created for the purpose of studying
5 revenue sharingbyjurisdictions that share an urban growth boundary.
6 (2) The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate jointly
7 shall appoint the members of the taskforce, which mustincludemembers of the Legislative
8 Assembly, representatives of local government, representatives of the academic community
9 and experts inrevenue issues.
10 (3) The taskforce shall elect one ofits members to serve as chairperson.
11 (4) The duties of the task force include:
12 (a) Considering a regional revenue-sharing plan, in which part of the revenue generated
13 bynew development is placed in a common fund that is shared among neighboring jurisdic-
14 tions;
15 (b) Determining the types of development that would be subject to a regional revenue-
16 sharing plan;
17 (c)Determiningthepercentageofrevenuesfromanewdevelopmentthatwouldbeplaced
18 in a common fund; and
19 (d) Determining the method by which revenues in a common fund would be distributed
20 amongneighboringjurisdictions.
21 (5) Notwithstanding ORS 171.072, members of the task force who are members of the
22 Legislative Assembly are not entitled to mileage expenses or a per diem and serve as volun-
23 teers on the task force. Other members of the task force are not entitled to compensation
24 or reimbursement for expenses and serve as volunteers on the task force.
25 (6) The task force shall use the services of permanent legislative staff to the greatest
26 extent practicable.
27 SECTION 2. The Revenue Sharing Task Force created under section 1 of this 2003 Act
28 shall report its findings and recommendations to the Seventy-third Legislative Assembly in
29 the manner provided in ORS 192.245 no later than January 31, 2005.
30 SECTION3. Sections I and 2 ofthis 2003Act are repealed onJanuary 2,2006.
NOTE: Matter inboldfaced type in an amended section is new; matter[italicandbracketed I is existing] aw tobe omitted.
Now sections are inboldfaced type.
LC2399
SB 626
1 SECTION 4. This 2003 Act being necessary for the immediate preservation of the public
2 peace, health and safety, an emergency is declared to exist, and this 2003 Act takes effect
3 on its passage.
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