March 24, 2014 Agenda
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ITY ALL OUNCIL HAMBERS ONTGOMERY TREET
1.CALL TO ORDER AND FLAG SALUTE
2.ROLL CALL
3.ANNOUNCEMENTS AND APPOINTMENTS
Announcements:
A.The filing period for Mayor and Council positions will open
June 4, 2014. Positions to be voted upon at the November 4,
2014general election are as follows:
Mayor: At-Large position (2-year term)
Councilor -Ward III:Precinct 835 (4 -year term)
Councilor -Ward IV:Precinct 845 (4 -year term)
Councilor -Ward V:Precinct 855 (4 -year term)
Candidate filing forms and instructions are available from the
City Recorder and are posted on the City website.
Appointments:
B.Library Board Appointment1
4.COMMUNITY/GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS
A.Woodburn School District
5.PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Proclamations:
A.Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service2
B.American Red Cross Month3
Presentations:
None.
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6.COMMUNICATIONS
None.
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This allows the public to introduce items for
7.BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC
Council consideration not already scheduled on the agenda.
–Items listed on the consent agenda are considered
8.CONSENT AGENDA
routine and may be adopted by one motion. Any item may be removed
for discussion at the request of a Council member.
A.Woodburn City Council Meeting minutes of March 10,20144
Recommended Action: Approve the minutes.
B.Woodburn Recreation and Park Board minutes of March 11, 7
2014
Recommended Action: Accept the minutes.
C.Appointment of Public Works Director10
Recommended Action:Approve the appointment.
D.CrimeStatistics through February 201411
Recommended Action:Receive the report.
9.TABLED BUSINESS
None.
10.PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
–Members of the public wishing to comment on items of
11.GENERAL BUSINESS
general business must complete and submit a speaker’s card to the City
Recorder prior to commencing this portion of the Council’s agenda.
Comment time may be limited by Mayoral prerogative.
A.Council Bill No.2951-An Ordinance Amending Ordinance 22
2514 (Temporarily Prohibiting the Location of Medical Marijuana
Facilities) to add the Imposition of a Moratorium as Provided by
Senate Bill 1531 and Declaring an Emergency
Recommended Action:It is recommended that the City
Council consider the attached ordinance, which strengthens
the ordinance adopted at the February 24, 2014 meeting
(Ordinance 2514) creating a temporary prohibition on medical
marijuana dispensaries and asking that the planning
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commission recommend appropriate zones and conditional
permit requirements for thesiting of medical marijuana
dispensaries. Specifically, Ordinance 2514 is strengthened by
referencing the recently passed state law and incorporating a
one year moratorium.
B.Council Bill No. 2952-A Resolution Naming aNew City Street35
Recommended ActionIt is recommended that, after
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deliberation, the City Council select from the following courses
of action:
1.Take appropriate action on the attached draft
Resolution, directing the City Administrator to name the
new public street.
2.The CityCouncil can, via a simple motion, direct that the
City Administrator initiate and complete the ODOT
process for naming the new Transit Facility.
3.Direct the City Administration to conduct more
community outreach and schedule further deliberation
on the proposed names.
4.Direct the City Administrator to set a public hearing on
the naming proposals at a future City Council meeting.
5.Any other direction as deemed appropriate.
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These
12.PLANNING COMMISSION OR ADMINISTRATIVE LAND USE ACTIONS
are Planning Commission or Administrative Land Use actions that may be
called up by the City Council.
None.
13.CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
14.MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
15.ADJOURNMENT
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Agenda Item
March 24, 2014
TO:City Council
FROM:Kathy Figley, Mayor
SUBJECT:
Committee Appointments
The following appointment is made, subject to the approval of the Council.
Please forward any adverse comments to me prior to the Council meeting on
Monday, March 24, 2014. No reply is required if you approve of my decision.
Library Board
Position VII (StudentMember) Mason Willard Grabill Brown
(new appointment)
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PROCLAMATION
AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH
WHEREAS,
March is American Red Cross Month – a time to recognize and thank our
everyday heroes – those ordinary people who perform extraordinary acts to aid others in need.
Red Cross heroes are on the front lines every day; and
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we would like to recognize our heroes in the City of Woodburn who work
tirelessly to help people affected by disasters, donate blood to save lives and provide comfort and
compassion to individuals in crisis. They provide round-the-clock support to members of the
military, veterans and their families,and teach lifesaving classes in CPR, aquatics safety and first
aid; and
WHEREAS,
across the country and around the world, the Red Cross responds to
tragedies such home fires, floods and natural disasters; and who assist members of the armed
forces, their families and veterans. In Oregon, nearly 2,000 volunteers, stand ready to help when
disaster strikes; and
WHEREAS,
we dedicate the month of March to all those who support the Red Cross
mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. Our community
depends on the Red Cross, which relies on donations of time, money and blood to fulfill its
humanitarian mission.
NOW, THEREFORE,March
I, Mayor Kathryn Figley, hereby proclaim to be
AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH
in Oregon and encourage all residents of the City of Woodburn to join in this observance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF
, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of
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Woodburn to be affixed this 19 day of March 2014.
Kathryn Figley, Mayor
City of Woodburn
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COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 10, 2014
DATECOUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CITY OF WOODBURN, COUNTY OF
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MARION, STATE OF OREGON, MARCH 10, 2014
CONVENED
The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Figley presiding.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Figley Present
Councilor Cox Absent
Councilor Lonergan Present
Councilor McCallum Absent
Councilor Morris Present
Councilor Ellsworth Present
Councilor Alonso Leon Present
Staff Present:
City Administrator Derickson, City Attorney Shields, Interim Public Works
Director Scott, Economic and Development Director Hendryx, Police Captain Garrett,
Human Resources Director Hereford, Communications Coordinator Horton, City Recorder
Pierson
BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC
0:01
Karen Plagman, 942 Oarcreek Rd, stated that she and her family wanted to show support for
Officer Lichte and two other officers. She added that Pete Lichte is one of the most honorable
people she knows and hopes that the City of Woodburn takes heed into the claims of
misconduct that have been brought forward.
Terri Coleman, 192 Young Street, stated that she and her husband Doug Coleman owner of
Industrial Machining Corp., are also here in support of the three officers and that they
personally know Dan Kelly and that his character is of the upmost highest level. She added
that they feel there is a level of corruption in the Woodburn Police Department that needs to
be addressed.
Merri Berlin, 167 N. Settlemier provided a handout to the City Council regarding cars parking
in lawns and wanted to know if the request for a report on violations from the last meeting has
been implemented. Jim Hendryx answered that he is working on getting information on this
for a presentation at the next council meeting. City Administrator Derickson answered that it
is complex because some of the codes are applicable to properties based on their age. Merri
Berlin stated that these ordinances are in place, no parking on the lawns you need to be in
front of your driveway, and doesn’t understand what type of research needs to go into this.
City Administrator Derickson answered that they are researching the applicability of the
codes based on age, and other rules such as ADA issues and they want to make sure they get
the correct information out to the citizens which is why they are looking into it.
Allen Lindberg, 1860 Jansen way, stated that he is employed by First Student as a school bus
driver. He added that he also sees a lot of homes were there are cars parking on the lawns and
that it would help improve neighborhoods if there was more enforcement. He also suggested
that the Settlemier and Hayes Street intersection be widened where you turn right. Councilor
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Ellsworth wanted people to take into account the environmental impact of parking cars on the
lawn.
CONSENT AGENDA
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A. Woodburn City Council minutes of February 24, 2014
B. Woodburn City Council Special Meeting minutes of March 4, 2014
C. Woodburn City Council Executive Session minutes of March 4, 2014
Lonergan/Alonso Leon…
adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously.
COUNCIL BILL NO. 2949 - AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING 1.1 ACRE OF
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PROPERTY INTO THE CITY OF WOODBURN LOCATED AT 1225 BROWN
STREET AND REDESIGNATING THE ANNEXED PROPERTY FROM MARION
COUNTY URBAN TRANSITION 20 TO CITY OF WOODBURN RESIDENTIAL
SINGLE-FAMILY (RS); AND DIRECTING THAT THIS BE NOTED ON THE
OFFICIAL WOODBURN ZONING MAPLonergan
introduced Council Bill 2949.
Recorder Pierson read the two readings of the bill by title only since there were no objections
from the Council. On roll call vote for final passage, the bill passed unanimously. Mayor
Figley declared Council Bill No. 2949 duly passed.
COUNCIL BILL NO. 2950 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A
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TELECOMMUNICATIONS FRANCHISE TO ZAYO GROUP TOOCCUPY
CERTAIN RIGHTS-OF-WAY WITHIN THE CITY OF WOODBURN.
Lonergan
introduced Council Bill 2950. Recorder Pierson read the two readings of the bill
by title only since there were no objections from the Council. On roll call vote for final
passage, the bill passed unanimously. Mayor Figley declared Council Bill No. 2950 duly
passed.
NEW STREET NAME
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Mayor Figley stated that the City is in the unusual situationwith a street to name and that
Councilor Alonso Leon has been out in the community talking to students at Chemeketa and
Latino community leaders in the City about possible names for the street. Councilor Alonso
Leon stated that some of the suggested names were Bienvenidos- Welcome, Esperanza- Hope,
and Benito Juarez and the favorite of those three is Bienvenidos. Mayor Figley stated that she
likes that idea. Councilor Ellsworth stated that she would like to see something more like
Tennant Way in honor of the officers since the memorial will be placed at the transit facility.
Mayor Figley replied that another idea was to name the transit facility the officer memorial
transit facility. Councilor Lonergan stated that he thought those were both good ideas.
Councilor Morris asked if we pooled anyone else in the community and that he thought these
are both good ideas. City Administrator Derickson stated that they could put the prospective
name in the E-blast and if they don’t get any significant difference of opinion from the
community on the suggested names he will bring a resolution to City Council.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
The City Administrator stated that he has nothing to report.
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
0:37
Councilor Alonso Leon reminded everyone that Woodburn Clean-up day was coming up this
weekend.
ADJOURNMENT
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Morris/Lonergan
…. meeting be adjourned. The motion passed unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
APPROVED
KATHRYN FIGLEY, MAYOR
ATTEST
Heather Pierson,City Recorder
City of Woodburn, Oregon
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RecreationandParkBoardMinutes
RecreationandParkBoardMinutes
March11, 20145:30p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
1.
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
2.
Position I Ricardo Rodriguez, Member (12/14) Present
Position II Sofie Velasquez (12/14) Present
Position III Joseph Nicoletti, Board Secretary (12/17) Present
Position IV Rosetta Wangerin, Board Chair (12/17) Present
Position V Chris Lassen, Member (12/17) Present
Position VI Ardis Knauf (12/16) Present
Position VII Gevin Gregory (12/16) Present
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3.
The minutes from the February 11, 2014 meeting were unanimously approved
(Lassen/ Gregory)
BUSINESS FROM THE AUDIENCE
4.
None
NEW BUSINESS
5.
None
OLDBUSINESS
6.
Legion Park Update
Jim provided an update on the status of the Legion Park Master Plan. The
Plan wasrecently presented to both Kiwanis Clubs and the City Council. The
plan was also presented to the public through the E-Blast, along with an
invitation to complete an electronic survey. The survey received 27
responses. The amenities that received the most support include the artificial
turf soccer field, new bleacher seating, concession stand, paved pathways, and
picnic areas. The items with the lowest level of support were the amphitheater
and outdoor exercise stations. However, there wasn’t a strong opposition to
any of the proposed amenities. Jim is going to update the plan to include the
amenities he received support for during the community presentations,
including a second basketball court, 2 more bleachers, and a parking lot
between the police facility and the park (to be shared with PD).
Jim updated the Board on the status of the Legion Park Rehabilitation Project,
which is scheduled to begin in August 2014.
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DIVISION REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENT
7.
a.AQUATICS
Financial Update
February was down from last year – possibly due to snow closure days
YTD still looks good
Revenue up over 5%
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Expenses down over 3%
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Program Update
Spring Break Camps & Trainings
Make a Splash Day Camp
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Jr. Lifeguard Program
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Swim InstructorTraining
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Lifeguard Training
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Started painting in Natatorium this week
Save the date: Easter Egg Hunt April 19 at 12pm
Marketing Update
Currently in March Promotion
Entry to win membership with friend brought to fitness class
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Entry to win membership after attend 10 fitness classes
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30% off bathing suits
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Working on promotional signs for transit buses
b.RECREATION
Youth Sports
Youth Basketball has concluded so now it’s on to Kidz Love Soccer clinics
(starting April 6), T-Ball (starting April 12), and our new Flag Football league
(starting April 19).
Community EdClasses
Since our last meeting, three classes have taken place; “The Lost Art of Tatting”
and OSU Master Gardener classes on “Gardening for Beginners” and “ Indoor
Jump Starts.” Six people tatting and 3 – 5 people in the gardening classes.
Daddy Daughter
Our signature event had 103 in attendance this year. Event photos are posted on
Facebook. Special thanks to Silverton Health for their generous sponsorship of
the event.
Youth Advisory Board
The Youth Advisory Board has been active planning to participate in an
upcoming health fair, volunteering at the school district’s STEM (Science,
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Technology, Engineering, and Math) festival, Day of the Child, and helping the
Woodburn Kiwanis club with some projects.
Recreation Coordinator
We had a transition in this position. Kyle Buse is the new Recreation Coordinator
in charge of youth and adult sports leagues, community education classes, and the
Youth Advisory Board.
Nike Donation
The local Nike store has donated several soccer balls, baseballs, and footballs to
us to use in our youth sports programs. Some of the soccer balls are very high
end. We appreciate that.
Oregon Arts Grant
We have applied for an Oregon Arts Commission Grant for Cultural Tourism.
This is a marketing grant opportunity that would pay for increased exposure for
the Woodburn Summer Nights events through social media and tv advertising and
outreach to other surrounding communities. We expect to hear back soon after
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the commission’s March 14meeting.
WSN
Planning is underway for Woodburn Summer Nights. Many of the bands are
booked, we have advertisement sponsorships in place and now are preparing to
solicit for additional sponsors. A special thank you to Wave Broadband and the
Woodburn Independent for their generous sponsorships and ongoing support of
these events.
c.PARKS & FACILITIES
None.
FUTURE BOARD BUSINESS
8.
BOARD COMMENTS
9.
ADJOURNMENT
10.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
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Agenda Item
March 24, 2014
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Scott Derickson,City Administrator
SUBJECT:
Appointment of Public Works Director
Pursuant to Section (C) 3 Powers and Duties of the City Charter,which states:
“The powers and duties of the administrator shall be as follows: He or she shall
appoint and may remove a City Recorder, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Director of
Finance, Director of Public Works, Library Director and Director of Recreation
andParks. Such appointment or removal shall be with the consent of the
council...”
Consequently, I am submitting Randy Scottfor approval for the position of Public
Works Director. The approval of this applicant can be achieved with a Council
motion and second.
Mr. Scott has been serving as the City’s Interim Public Works Directorfor several
months and will assume the permanent position of Public Works Director
effective March 24, 2014.
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Agenda Item
March 24, 2014
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM:Scott Derickson, City Administrator
N. Robert Shields, City Attorney
SUBJECT:
Medical Marijuana Ordinance Amendment
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider the attached ordinance, which
strengthens the ordinance adopted at the February 24, 2014meeting (Ordinance
2514) creating a temporary prohibition on medical marijuana dispensaries and
asking that the planning commission recommend appropriate zones and
conditional permit requirements for the sitingof medical marijuana dispensaries.
Specifically, Ordinance 2514 is strengthened by referencing the recently passed
state law and incorporating a one year moratorium.
BACKGROUND:
Under HB 3469, signed by the Governor on August 14, 2013, the Oregon Health
Authority was authorized to register medical marijuana facilities under its
administrative rules beginning March 1, 2014.HB 3460 allows medical marijuana
dispensaries to be sited under certain restrictions in commercial and agricultural
zones and provides little direction to local governments on how to effectively
manage community expectations for safety, security, and livability with the
opening of these dispensaries.
At the February 24, 2014 meeting, the City Council adopted Ordinance 2514
(attached), which temporarily prohibits the siting of medical marijuana facilities
within the City of Woodburn and initiates amendment of the Woodburn
Development Ordinance (the WDO) to establish appropriate zoning regulations for
these facilities.
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DISCUSSION
In response to the uncertainly about the legal authority of cities and counties, the
Oregon Legislature adopted Senate Bill 1531 (attached).This bill was approved by
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the Governoron March 19, 2014.This new legislation clarifies that local
jurisdictions have the power impose a one year moratorium on the siting of
medical marijuana facilities. Also, after the moratorium ends (which must be no
later than May 1, 2015), local jurisdictions are given explicit authorityto impose
“time, place and manner” restrictions.
The League of Oregon Cities (LOC) has distributed a memorandum on the
passage of Senate Bill 1531and prepared a draft ordinance (attached). Since, in
Woodburn’s case, the City Council already acted to adopt Ordinance 2514, an
Ordinance Amendment was drafted that referenced the new state law.
Adoption of Ordinance Amendment before the City Councilwill legally strengthen
Ordinance 2514 by converting its 120 day “temporary prohibition” intothe one
year moratorium permitted by state law. In all other respects, Ordinance 2514
remains the same (i.e., the policy direction of the initiation of WDO amendments to
establish appropriate zoning regulations for these facilities remains intact).
Because of the time sensitivity of this issue, the proposed ordinance again contains
an emergency clause.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
None.
Attachments:
Ordinance 2514
Enrolled Senate Bill 1531
LOC memorandum
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COUNCIL BILL NO. 2951
ORDINANCE NO. 2518
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2514 (TEMPORARILY PROHIBITING THE
LOCATION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA FACILITIES)TO ADD THE IMPOSITION OF A
MORATORIUM AS PROVIDED BY SENATE BILL 1531AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY
in the 2013 Special Session, the Oregon Legislature approved
WHEREAS,
House Bill 3460 which creates a medical marijuana registration system and
allows for medicalmarijuana facilities to be located in areas zoned for
commercial, industrial,or mixed use; and
House Bill 3460 also includes specific restrictions on the
WHEREAS,
location of medical marijuana facilities related to proximity to schools
attended by minors and to other medical marijuana facilitiesand
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on February 24, 2014, the City Council adopted Ordinance
WHEREAS,
2514, which temporarily prohibited the location of medicalmarijuana facilities
for a one hundred twenty (120) day period and also initiated, pursuant to
Section 401.02 E of the Woodburn Development Ordinance (the WDO) the
establishment of appropriate zoning regulations for medical marijuana
facilities; and
the Oregon Legislature recently passed Senate Bill 1531,
WHEREAS,
which was intended to clarify the authority of cities and counties regarding
medical marijuana facilities; and
more specifically, Senate Bill 1531provides that cities and
WHEREAS,
counties shall have the legal authority to enact a moratorium for a period of
one (1) year on the operation of registered medical marijuana facilities; and
the Woodburn City Council wants to amend Ordinance 2514
WHEREAS,
to modify the temporary prohibition of one hundred twenty (120) days and
impose a statutory moratorium one (1) year, as allowed bySenate Bill 1531;
and
the City Council believes that the imposition of the one (1)
WHEREAS,
year moratorium will allow the City the more necessary time to complete
amendments to the WDO toadd zoning regulations for medical marijuana
facilities;
NOW, THEREFORE,
Council Bill No. 2951
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THE CITY OF WOODBURN ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 2 of Ordinance 2514 is amended to read as follows:
Section 1.
Pursuant to Senate Bill 1531, the City Council
Section 2.
imposes a moratoriumon the siting of medical marijuana
facilities. This moratorium shall be in force from the
effective date of this ordinance for a period of one (1)
year, unlessit is rescinded earlier by action of theCity
Council.
This ordinance being necessary for the immediate
Section 2.
preservation of the public peace, health and safety, because it is in the City’s
interest to amend its ordinance to impose the moratorium allowed by state
law at the earliest possible time, an emergency is declared to existand this
ordinance shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the
Mayor.
Approved as to form:
City Attorney Date
Approved:
Kathryn Figley, Mayor
Passed by the Council
Submitted to the Mayor
Approved by the Mayor
Filed in the Office of the Recorder
ATTEST:
Heather Pierson,City Recorder
City of Woodburn, Oregon
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Agenda Item
March 24, 2014
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council through City Administrator
FROM: Scott Derickson, City Administrator and Jim Hendryx, Directorof
Economic & Development Services
SUBJECT:
Naming of a New Public Street & Transit Center
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that, after deliberation, the City Councilselect from the
following courses of action:
1.Take appropriate action on the attached draft Resolution, directing the
City Administrator to name the new public street.
2.The City Council can, via a simple motion,direct that the City
Administrator initiate and complete the ODOT process for naming the new
Transit Facility.
3.Direct the City Administration to conduct more community outreach and
schedule further deliberation on the proposed names.
4.Direct the City Administrator to set a public hearing on the naming
proposals at a future City Council meeting.
5.Any other direction as deemed appropriate.
SYNOPSIS:
Recently, a new public street and Transit Center were constructed as a result of
the I-5 Interchange Project.The Transit Center is an ODOT facility that will be
maintained and operated by the City of Woodburn. ODOT hasbeen consulted
on the City’s interest in naming the new Transit Center and believes ODOT
supports this effort. ODOT has a processfor formalizing the names of public
facilities, which can be initiated by the City at the City Council’s direction.
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During the City Council’s March 10, 2014 City Council meeting, discussion was
had in regards to naming the City’s new street and the Transit Center. Councilor
Teresa Alonso Leon suggestedthat, after hearing from constituents and
community members,the new street be named “Bienvenidos”, a Spanishterm
that translates in English to “welcome.”MayorKathy Figley also suggested
naming the new Transit Center“Officers’ Memorial Transit Center.” Other names
were suggestedand discussed by the City Council, including naming the
facilities after Captain Tom Tennant.
At the conclusion of this discussion, the City Administrator said that staff could
bring action items related to the names Bienvenidos and Officers Memorial
Transit Center, along with a summary of any public feedback received by the
City, during the March 24, 2014 City Council meeting. The City Administrator also
said that the City would feature the two proposed names in the City’s weekly e-
blast community newsletter, which occurred in the Friday March 14, 2014
edition.
INITIAL COMMUNITY FEEDBACK:
As a result of the e-blast and local media coverage, the City has received
several phone calls, e-mails and City Hall visits from people expressing their
opinions. Feedback has ranged from support in naming the Transit Center
and/or street “Tennant” after Captain Tom Tennant, to objections about a
name that could be difficult to pronounce.
Conversationally, the City Administrator has also heard from some who support
the Officers Memorial Transit Center as being all inclusive of allthose involved in
the bombing and Bienvenidos as reflective of the community.
DISCUSSION – PROCESS/CRITERIA:
Councilors should note that there is nodeadline for naming the street or the
Transit Center and that City Council has discretion on how to proceed. The
Council can make a decision tonight, or can forego a decision in lieu of
additional outreach or process as the Council may determine.
The new street is located off of Evergreen Road adjacent to the new Transit
Center.Section 3.01.06 of the Woodburn Development Ordinance establishes
the criteria for street naming. This section provides the following:
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3.01.06 Street Names
A. All public streets and private manufactured dwelling park streets shall be
named, after providing the Woodburn Fire District with an opportunity to
review and comment.
B. Public and private manufactured dwelling park streets shall be named as
follows:
1. The street name shall not duplicate an existing street name, unless
there is reasonable assurance the named streets will be connected
in the future.
2. New streets shall be designated with the same names as existing
streets only if they fall in the same grid line and there are reasonable
assurances that the street will connect with another section of the
numbered street.
3. Street names shall not sound like another street name or cause
confusion.
4. Street names that are deliberately misspelled, frivolous, orreflect the
name of the developer or family members shall not be allowed.
C. Streets shall be further named with a suffix.
1. Except as indicated in the Woodburn Transportation System Plan, the
following suffixes designations apply to new streets, as follows:
a. North/South streets shall be designated as a “Street”, with the
exception that major streets classified as an arterial in the
Woodburn TSP may be designated as a “Road” or a “Highway”.
b. East/West streets shall be designated as an “Avenue”, with the
exception that major streets classified as an arterial in the
Woodburn TSP may be designated as a “Road” or “Highway”.
c.A skewed or meandering street shall be named a “Drive”.
d. A street less than 1,000 feet in length may be designated asa
“Place,” “Way,” or “Lane”.
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e. A cul-de-sac street with no cross-street shall be designated as a
“Court”.
f. A continuous loop street that has two intersections with the same
street shall be segmented, in reference to its orientation to the
overall North/South, East/West street grid, so that the each segment
of the loop has a unique name.
g. A street that runs in a circle with only one entrance/exit shall be
designated as a “Circle”.
h. A street with a continuously landscaped median shall be
designated as a “Boulevard”.
Although the new street right-of-way forms a loop to Evergreen Road,
Councilors should note thedesign of the transit facility requires that one section
of the loop be reserved for buses. Since the portion of the street opento the
driving public will terminate in a cul-de-sac, it is appropriate to designate it as a
court instead of a loop.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
This decision is anticipated to have no public sector financial impact.
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COUNCIL BILL NO. 2952
RESOLUTION NO. 2041
A RESOLUTION NAMING A NEW CITY STREET
the Woodburn Development Ordinance (Section 3.01.06)requires
WHEREAS,
that public streets be named; and
,a new public street was created by the building of the transit facility
WHEREAS
and I-5 interchange; and
,the new street is located at the most visible and most highly-used
WHEREAS
entrance to the City, and provides access to the new transit facility; and
,after public input and discussion, the Council has determined the name
WHEREAS
______________ is appropriate because __________________; ,
NOW, THEREFORE
THE CITY OF WOODBURN RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
The Council recognizes that street naming is normally an administrative
Section 1.
function.The Council finds that in this particular instance, it is appropriate to determine the
street name through a Resolution.
The City Administrator is directed to name the street shown in Exhibit A
Section 2.
“____________________”.
Approved as to form:
City AttorneyDate
Approved:
Kathryn Figley, Mayor
Passed by the Council
Submitted to the Mayor
Approved by the Mayor
Filed in the Office of the Recorder
ATTEST:
Heather Pierson, City Recorder
City of Woodburn, Oregon
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Resolution No.2041
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Resolution No. 2041 Exhibit A
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