City Council Packet - 02/17/1975 TIGARD CITE' COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION
FEBRUARY 17, 1975, 7:30 P.M.
FOWLER JR. HIGH SCHOOL
LECTURE ROOM
AGENDA:
1 . Tom Whittaker - Sewer Assessment
2. Petition and Communication Regarding School Safety
3. N.P.O. #2 - Plan Adoption Discussion
4. Tigard Citizens' Forum
(a) Feasibility
(b) Analysis of Responses
5. Review of Appointments Policy
6. Budget: Council Priorities and Directions
For Next Fiscal Year
7. Library Report
8. Sign Permit Fee Structure
9. Vacancies Appointments
STUDY SESSION MINUTES
FEBRUARY 17, 1975, 700 P.M.
ROLL CALL: Presents Mayor Wilbur A. Bishop; Councilmen Ralph C. Barkhurst,
John E. Cook, Alan W. Mickelson; R. B. -Adams, Chief of Police; Fred A.
Anderson, Legal Counsel; Russel Austin, Building Official; Richard Bolen,
City Planner; Bruce P. Clark, City Administrator; Doris Hartig, City
Recorder; Nick Hiebert, Director of Public Services 6 Facilities.
TOM WHITTAKER - Sewer Assessment
City Administrator.-reviewed pertinent background data and requested Mr. Whittaker to
make presentation regarding his request for Council determination with respect to
release from sewer assessment or exception to building requirements and prohibitions
stated in flood plain ordinance. Council, staff and Mr. Whittaker discussed whether
property is developable, availability of funds to offset relief, if granted, exchange
of property to greenway system in lieu of payment of assessment. Council requested
legal opinion on effect of flood plain ordinance on this particular case and other
parties involved. Staff was requested to get assessed valuation since 1971 from
Washington County records as it relates to flood plain areas. It was the concensus Of
Council to consider additional information at next study session.
PETITION AND COMMUNICATION REGARDING SCHOOL SAFETY
City Administratorcread petition submitted by Eleanor Quimby containing approximately
288 names. Petition expressed concern for the proposed location of McDonalds Hamburger
Restaurant on S.W. Pacific Highway near the Charles F. Tigard Grade School. Mrs.
Quimby presented more petitions and stated the purpose of the petition was to show
concern of citizens for school safety and welfare of general public. Dick Klumpke,
Chairman of NPO #3 suggested changes in design of building as proposed by McDonalds
whsriip limitations be imposed on use of site with respect to access and egress.
Council, staff and members of the audience discussed the public safety and welfare
y of general public and the matter of timing in that the matter will come before the
Planning Commission Tuesday, February 18th and Design Review Board Thursday, February
20th. It was pointed out co members of the audience property owners within 200 feet
could appeal the decision of the Design Review Board. General concensus of the Council
was to rely on the Design Review Board to include as many safety features as possible
in'appr"Ingxthe-aIto,plaids -'Itfwas also suggested.-that the petitioners present their
petitionerto.MeDonaids•As well.
NPO #2 - PLAN ADOPTION
City Planner discussed with Council concerns raised at the public hearing held February
109 1975. It was the concensus of the Council S.W. 90th should remain A-2, Multi-family,
since there was a conditional use provision for commercial professional development,
however, the multi-family zoning should be extended on S.W. North Dakota east of
Greenburg. Council approved amendments as recommended by city staff and requested
item be placed on next council agenda.
TIGARD CITIZENS' FORUM
(a) Feasibility Study
Jack Armand reported on results of Civic Center Feasibility Study Committee meeting.
The majority of the committee recommended the city purchase the site, develop a long
range plan for use of the site and appoint a committee to work with and coordinate the
implimentation of a master plan.
(b) Analysis and Response
Mayor Bishop synopsized the results of the Citizens' Forum survey which indicated the
majority of those polled favored the acquisition of the site and a bond issue of $500,000.
Council and staff discussed results of poll and the calling for an election. Motion
'by Councilman Cook to have an ordinance prepared calling for an election in mid-March
for $500,000 to purchase, demolish, and'eondsct a study of best use of site with the
r intent to sell only the bonds necessary to purchase, demolish and finance a feasibility
study; notion seconded by Councilman Barkhurst.
Approved by 3-1 majority vote; Councilman Mickelson voting NAY. Council requested staff
to set date of election and work out 4a"Lls.
Meeting adjourned 10:30 P.N. - Reconvened IOs4O P.M.
LIBRARY REPORT
City Librarian synopsized report previously distributed and requested Council adopt
a resolution indicating City would participate in Washington County Library Network
Program. City's commitment regarding matching grant would be "in kind service" of
approximately 6 hours per month by City Librarian." Council concurred with request and
asked that resolution be prepared by next meeting stating the City of Tigard will
participate in County Library Network.
REVIEW OF APPOINTMENTS POLICY
Councilman Nickelson requested review of Council appointment policy on all existing
boards and committees. Council discussed previously adopted resolution with respect
to appointments and attendance as well as NPO appointments. It was the concensus of
~ Council a resolution should be adopted for NPO appointments and by-laws. City Planner
i commented NPO P1 had indicated their willingness to develop by-laws for Council
consideration. The ordinance designating Site Development and Design Review Board does
not make reference to alternate members and Councilman Barkhurst moved to prepare necessary
&mandatory ordinance; seconded.by Councilman Midkelson.. Approved by unanimous vote of
Council present. Councilman Barkhurst moved the Planning Commission member and
alternate on the Design Review Board shall come as a recommendation from the Planning
Commission; seconded by Councilman Mihkelson. Approved by unanimous vote of Council
present.
( BUDGET - COUNCIL PRIORITIES FOR NEXT FISCAL YEAR
City Administrator requested Council suggest items for consideration in next year's
budget. The following items were mentioneds funding NPO to have adequate documents
available; traffic engineer's report - should 1971' traffic safety report be updated
and what would be the costs consideration and study of greenway system; sewer assessments -
potential loss on back assessments related to flood plain and greenway system; consideration
of street improvements; appointment of committee to study street improvements; park
acquisition and developments - matching funds for park improvements; public safety -
pedestrian and sidewalk program (LID); storm drainage and street lighting in areas not
presently lightedg library services improve public relational assist Town and Country
Dayal publish an annual report; review police department activities to provide adequate
service.
SIGN PERMIT FEE
Building Official recommended increasing the permit fees in accordance with memo
distributed. Council concurred with recommendation and requested ordinance be prepared.
VACANCY APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Bishop suggested volunteers that apply be reviewed by Interview Committee. Council
suggested Committee meet and make recommendations for existing vacancies.
Mayor Bishop distributed memo from Martin Crampton, Washington County Planning Director,
regarding City-County coordination on urban growth boundaries.
City Administrator rdported Roger Stolley has requested Council schedule 1/2 hour for
presentation at regular council meeting. Council instructed City Administrator to request
Mr. Stolley to present his stat"ents in writing and to advise that each regular
meeting makes provision for comments from public.
Toa Whittaker requested city staff consider directional signs for Council and Plarning
Commission meetings as well as request adjustment of outdoor light of grounds at
Twality.
Meeting Adjourned IWO P.N.
City Recorder
ATTESTS
Mayor
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