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Minutes - 06/12/2000 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING 0001 DATE. COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, CITY OF WOODBURN, COUNTY OF MARION, STATE OF OREGON, JUNE 12, 2000. CONVENED. The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Jennings presiding. 0007 ROLL CALL. Mayor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Jennings Bjelland Chadwick Figley Kilmurray Pugh Sifuentez Present Present Present (7:02 pm) Present Absent Present Present Staff Present: City Administrator Brown, City Attorney Shields, Public Works Director Tiwari, Park & Recreation Director Westrick, Community Development Director Goeckritz, Finance Director Gillespie, Police Chief Null, Library Director Sprauer, Public Works Manager Rohman, Asst. City Engineer Morrison, City Recorder Tennant Mayor Jennings stated that Councilor Kilmurray called to let him know that she is a presentor at a meeting for her employer and she would not be attending this Council meeting. 0035 ANNOUNCEMENTS. A) Notice of Library Board vacancy: Mayor Jennings stated that, if the Council Bill regarding the Library Board passes at this meeting, there will be two newly created Board positions plus one current vacancy. One of the newly created positions will be the appointment of a high school student who will be a member of the in-coming junior class. B) Mayor Jennings also stated that Administrator Brown is a bicyclist who will be doing a 53-mile bike ride from Wekhes to Hood River for the benefit of the American Diabetes Association. He suggested that contributors to this organization are encouraged to give their contribution to him so that he will get credit for his efforts in raising money for this organization. All checks are to be made payable to the American Diabetes Association. 0077 PRESENTATIONS: BUILDABLE LANDS REPORT. Dave Christoff, Growth Management Task Force Committee Chair, presented to the Council the committee's work on the Buildable Lands report. He stated that this report is a working document for the City to the address periodic review process with the State. He summarized the following viewpoints in those areas that the committee differed from Page 1 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 ,"-_.~--_._-',*.,...,... ... "-~.,_.._._._...~~. - COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING the consultants: 1) amount of industrial land that the City needed, 2) use of low density versus high density residential, 3) population, 4) industry types, and 5) terminology. The committee felt that the City currently has a higher than average number of multi- family units than neighboring communities and that condominiums would be harder to sell in a community the size of Woodburn due to (1) the lack of recreational and entertainment attractions that are found in larger metropolitan areas, and (2) lack of mass transit opportunities that larger communities have available. Additionally, the committee looked at job needs and the community responded strongly that they would like to see more jobs available that are higher paying, more diversity, and environmentally compatible. The committee also had a difficult time with terminology in that they felt that, even though they did not employ the term "smart development", they addressed the concepts by pointing out that Woodburn has already been practicing smart development over the last several years. Examples included high density housing within Senior Estates, recent incorporation of a School learning center staffed by the School District and maintained by the developer, recommendation for larger lots in subdivision, and Planned Unit Developments (PUD). He stated that the committee has proposed that a minimum lot size of 8,000 sq. feet be adopted for the purpose providing open space and other amenities that go towards desired livability issues within our community. The committee also discussed a no-growth proposal but they felt it was not feasible even though, on the most part, traffic issues generated the desire for no-growth. He stated that representatives from the consulting team had criticized the committee for their desire to have more industrial land. The committee felt that it was in the best interest of the City to select the right balance of residential and job opportunities for its citizens. He did not feel that the consultants had the City's best interest at heart rather a pre-conceived agenda was given for the benefit of other communities. The City did not hire the consulting team and it was apparent from the beginning that the committee and consultants were at differing points of view. The consulting team did an excellent job in their presentation and in the assistance they gave the committee, however, they felt that they were not working for the City rather their employer's point of view. In closing, he thanked the Mayor and staff for their assistance in completing this project. 0332 Councilor Bjelland stated that a critical issue relates to industrial land and, in his review of the report, he is having difficult time seeing where the justification is for the amount of needed industrial land as recommended by the Growth Management Committee. His numbers more closely match those generated by the consulting team since they did look at the true need for industrial land in the future based on projected employment growth where the committee took the projections of the demand that has existed over the last 5 or 10 years and projected it forward. Mr. Christoff stated that the committee looked at the jobs per household since Woodburn has a higher jobs per household than many surrounding communities, however, they did not exceed any jobs per household in the Portland area. The committee did not feel that Page 2 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 . ^.u_.,._~.._.w""'~______~<..........'.....,.,__.__..,,_"~ COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING they were trying to become ajob center, however, they were trying to meet employment needs within our community. Administrator Brown stated that the jobs housing ratio is greater than 1.1 which was assigned by the consultants whereas, in the committee's opinion, it was less than the Portland ratio of 1.6. He also reminded the Council that the City will soon begin an overall economic analysis which will be looking at the issue of jobslhousing balance. The City has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the State to assist the City with this study and, by the end of this year, should have a solid grasp of this number plus other land use, land needs, and opportunities for transportation improvements. This number can then be used to validate or upgrade the basis for the industrial land portion of the recommendations now before the Council. Councilor Bjelland reiterated that the critical issue is to determine the jobslhousing balance in order to determine the amount of industrial land needed over the next 20 years. He has not seen where the committee has gone through the analytical process to assess which acreage level is more accurate. Mr. Christoff also stated that smart development is good concept that works very well in communities that provide other amenities that Woodburn does not have at this time. Councilor Pugh stated that another major factor not specifically addressed in the report is the type of industries and how they are brought into our area. He also thanked the Committee for their hard work on this project. Councilor Sifuentez stated that she supported the findings of the Committee relating to industrial land and lot sizes based on written materials that she had reviewed along with her discussions with staff. Mayor Jennings expressed his opinion that an 8,000 sq. ft. lot is not out of the realm of where the City should be in requiring a minimum lot size. Mr. Christoff stated that the consultants favored smaller lot sizes to accommodate more people whereas the committee favored larger lot sizes to address livability issues as it equates to land inventory. Councilor Bjelland stated that he had concerns regarding the 8,000 sq ft. minimum lot size and he does not agree with the consultants smaller size nor with the committee's minimum. To his knowledge, there is no other city that has a minimum 8,000 sq ft lot size and he expressed his concern that the City will lose a lot of quality developers with the minimum lot size. He suggested that an average lot size be established to give developers some latitude in developing a residential area based on current market needs or trends. Councilor Pugh stated that the largest complaint he has heard from developers is in the City's system development charges rather than in the size of the lot. Mayor Jennings reminded the Council that the report covers newly annexed property whereas existing property in the City would not be affected by the 8,000 sq. foot minimum. Page 3 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 " . _. .,.____..,..,,'_'".._..._~,._,,__..',..M __-~................,'_--___.a_---_"'._-..~-~.~- COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING Mr. Christoff stated that the focal point for this report was on what the citizens desired. He did not feel that the City would lose good developers for reasons other than economic. He stated that the City currently has a 3 year supply of new construction. The City has recently approved another 600 single-family homesites and will soon approve another 74 homesites. He projected that this number of single family homesites will allow for a 10 year supply. Additionally, their study shows that the City has a deficiency in large lot sizes. 1188 Councilor Figley stated that she had prepared a written statement in response to staff's request for comments. She stated that her only disagreements with the committee's are as follows: I) minor disagreements that relate to specific sites and their suitability for industrial use, and 2) population estimates are too low and lack of attention to demographic reality. In regards to industrial growth, she recognizes that it would be beneficial to have industries that are less space intensive and higher paying jobs. She stated that smart development works when there is cultural consensus amongst its residents, economic vitality, and a sense of belonging. She also stated that this exercise is a reflection of statewide planning goal #1 which is citizen input and this report is an honest expression of community values and community opinion. 1360 Mayor Jennings expressed his thanks to the Task Force for their work on this project even though they had to stand up under political pressure when opinions differ. Councilor Bjelland reminded the public that the City needs to meet a total of 10 goals and his concern is that the City may be running into conflict with some of the other state-wide planning goals as a result of the direction that is being taken. He also stated that, as part of his full-time work, he is in the process of developing a housing needs analysis methodology that the State may, in the future, require all communities including Woodburn to utilize in determining their housing needs. 1398 PRESENTATION: TOPOGRAPHICAL AREA MAPPING. Public Works Director Tiwari stated that, over the last few years, he has been considering topographical mapping and, due to technological improvements, waiting until now has resulted in an improved product at a lesser cost. Under a general business item, staff is recommending acceptance of a proposal from 3Di along with authorization to enter into a contract for this mapping service. Brent Hazel, 3Di, provided the Council with an overview of his company which focuses on aerial mapping projects and GIS (Geographic Information Systems). As part of the service, they are proposing to provide the City with digital mapping on CD Rom, along with hard copy maps, which depicts all of the visible features within the City down to buildings, curbs, vegetation, utilities, etc.. The contour map will have elevations within the City that are within plus or minus six inches. He demonstrated how the computer program can be used to add or delete layers of information that would benefit multiple city departments. Since these files can be updated by staff, it becomes a living document Page 4 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 _~._____....._ _"<_..."-m""-.------'-".--"-~-..-....- COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING in which information can be readily accessed. He stated that his company has had significant experience in the local area doing this type of aerial mapping which is a proven product and it will be done in an expeditious matter. 2135 PRESENTATION: NON.RESIDENT LIBRARY FEES. Linda Cochrane, Chemeketa Cooperative Library Service (CCRLS) Coordinator, stated that CCRLS is comprised of 16 public libraries in Marion, Polk, parts of Linn and Yamhill counties, and Chemeketa Community College Library. Last year, the City, along with other libraries within the CCRLS district, imposed a $10 per household fee for residents outside of the City since non-residents pay a lesser rate per $1,000 assessed value for using the same service as a City resident. CCRLS is proposing that a universal fee of $25 per household be charged by all libraries within CCRLS effective July 1,2000 with increases in subsequent years until such time as parity is reached between resident and non-resident taxpayers. The fees would be retained by the library collecting the money even though patrons can use any library within CCRLS for full services. If a non- resident elects not to pay the fee, they would still receive a basic service which gives each cardholder one book and one hold item. This fee increase proposal will be discussed by the Council under general business (item II K). 2467 PRESENT A TION: HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION AWARD. Wendy Veliz, Commission member, announced the selection of Benjamin Shevchenko as the Commission's 5th recipient of this award which is given to local citizens who value diversity and bridge the City's cultural communities. Mr. Shevchenko has set an excellent example even to the point where he has provided housing to immigrants while they are trying to settle in our area. Benjamin Shevchenko accepted the Human Rights Commission Award and thanked the community for this special recognition. 2531 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REPORT. John Brown, representing the Chamber Board, provided the Council with an update of Chamber events: I) Chamber Board retreat will be held on June 14th, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, to discuss remaining projects for this fiscal year, reviewing the budget, and making any necessary adjustments; 2) the Chamber will be working with the Salem Convention and Visitors Association on establishing a visitors profile to determine what the reasons are that visitors comes to this area in an effort to increase visitor attendance in our area; 3) the Chamber Forum will be held on June 21 ", 12:00 noon, Woodburn Medical Center, with guest speaker being John Brown to discuss the City's transportation plans for the future; and Page 5 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 ...-.,...."^'~----_.~<,...,.~"-- COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING 4) Chamber Business after Hours will be held on June 22nd, beginning at 4:30 p.m, at Washington Federal Savings Bank which is located at 999 N Cascade Drive. 2664 CONSENT AGENDA. A) Council minutes of May 22, 2000; B) Library Board minutes of May 31, 2000; C) Claims for the month of May 2000; and D) Library Internet Policy. FIGLEY/SIFUENTEZ.... adopt the Consent Agenda as presented. Councilor Pugh expressed his opinion that the writers of the Library Internet policy did a fine job in developing this policy. The motion passed unanimously. 2707 PUBLIC HEARING: CITY BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000-200l. At 8:20 p.m., Mayor Jennings declared the public hearing open on the City budget for fiscal year 2000-2001 which includes State Revenue Sharing funds. Administrator Brown stated that the Budget Committee held their hearing on the proposed budget on May 15,2000 and a summary of their approved budget was published in the local newspaper. He encouraged local citizens to review the proposed budget in order to familiarize themselves with City programs. The combined total of proposed operating and capital costs for fiscal year 2000-01 is $49,798,777. The Budget Committee has recommended the levying of a tax rate of $6.0534 per $1,000 assessed value plus the levying of $190,000 for bonded debt. The significant increases are in the area of capital projects that will either be completed or expected to be completed. The most prominent of those projects is the completion of the wastewater treatment plant and sewer collection upgrade. Also included in the budget are significant dollars for park improvements, however, these improvements are dependent upon the passage of a bond levy to finance the construction of a new community center, renovation of a number of neighborhood parks, and completion of Centennial Park. The General Fund budget increased by approximately 8.5% which reflects a strong economy in our area. This budget does recommend $200,000 in General Fund subsidies to the streets for an expanded street paving program this year and, if this practice continues, the City should be able to catch up with its street paving and maintenance program thereby returning the streets to either a fair or good condition rather than medium to poor streets. Funds are also being allocated to fund (1) a feasibility analysis for the downtown area and, if possible, an Urban Renewal District will be formed to start renovations in the downtown area, (2) matching funds for an economic development grant, (3) lease/purchase new police vehicles, and (4) reserving funds for replacement of police communications equipment, financial accounting system, and renovation on Carnegie Library. In his opinion, it is a conservative budget which puts one-time revenues against one-time Page 6 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 . M ....__.__,.___~~..__'O,___u......~'__~____.._._~ COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING expenditures. Healthy reserves and fund balances have placed the City in very good shape going into the next fiscal year. No one in the audience commented on the recommended city budget. Mayor Jennings closed the public hearing at 8:26 p.m.. Tape 2 FIGLEYIPUGH... direct staff to prepare an ordinance approving a budget for fiscal year 2000-01 in the total amount of $49,798,777 which would include a tax levy of $6.0534 per $1,000 and a levy for bonded debt in the amount of $190,000. The motion passed unanimously. 0052 COUNCIL BILL 2048 - ORDINANCE CREATING A LIBRARY BOARD AND DEFINING ITS DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (SECOND READING). Recorder Tennant read the second reading of the bill by title only since there were no objections from the Council. This bill was originally introduced, and read, at the Council meeting of May 22, 2000. On roll call vote for final passage, the bill passed unanimously. Mayor Jennings declared Council Bill 2048 duly passed with the emergency clause. 0086 COUNCIL BILL 2049 - ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2264 TO CLARIFY THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF APPROXIMATELY 5.36 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED TO THE NORTH AND SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 214 AND EAST OF FRONT STREET. Councilor Chadwick introduced Council Bill 2049. Recorder Tennant 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 Jennings declared Council Bill 2049 duly passed with the emergency clause. 0121 COUNCIL BILL 2050 - RESOLUTION ENTERING INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH 3Di. LLC. TO PROVIDE PHOTOGRAMMETRIC SERVICES. Proposals were received from the following companies to provide ortho photomapping of the City: 3Di, LLC, $101,461.00; Spencer B Gross, Inc., $119,287.00; and David C. Smith & Assoc., $125,723.00. Staff recommended the acceptance of the proposal from 3Di, LLC to do the project at a substantial savings over other companies which submitted proposals. PUGHfFIGLEY... accept the proposal of 3Di, LLC to provide photogrammetric services for the sum of $101,461.00. The motion passed unanimously. Councilor Chadwick introduced Council Bill 2050. The bill was read by title only since there were no objections from the Council. On roll call vote for final passage, the bill passed unanimously. Mayor Jennings declared Council Bill 2050 duly passed. Page 7 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 . . ... ,. COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING 0195 COUNCIL BILL 2051- RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INTERFUND BORROWING OF FUNDS AT JUNE 30. 2000. Council Bill 2051 was introduced by Councilor Chadwick. Recorder Tennant read 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 Jennings declared Council Bill 2051 duly passed. 0215 COUNCIL BILL 2052 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INTERFUND BORROWING OF FUNDS AT JUNE 30. 2000 (Housinl! Rehab Fund). Councilor Chadwick introduced Council Bill 2052. The bill was read by title only since there were no objections from the Council. On roll call vote for final passage, the bill passed unanimously. Mayor Jennings declared Council Bill 2052 duly passed. 0236 COUNCIL BILL 2053 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF OPERATING CONTINGENCY APPROPRIATIONS DURING FISCAL YEAR 1999-2000. Council Bill 2053 was introduced by Councilor Chadwick. Recorder Tennant read 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 Jennings declared Council Bill 2053 duly passed. 0256 CONTRACT AWARD: SOUTH SETTLEMIER AVE RESURFACING PROJECT. Bids for the resurfacing of S. Settlemier from Arthur St to Ben Brown Lane were received from the following contractors: Morse Bros., $64,822.00; Salem Road & Driveway, $71,627.57; Alamo Paving, $74,294.50; Roy L. Houck Const., $75,502.50; D & D Paving, $78,762.75; and North Santiam Paving, $81,539.75. Staff recommended the acceptance of the low bid submitted by Morse Bros. which was below the engineer's estimate of $71,181.00. FIGLEYIPUGH... award the construction contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Morse Bros., for the South Settlemier Avenue resurfacing improvements in the amount of $64,822.00. The motion passed unanimously. 0280 ACCEPTANCE OF REAL PROPERTY DEDICATED TO THE CITY. As a result of land use partition #00-01, the Planning Commission is recommending that the Council accept the dedication of a parcel of land located on the southwest comer of Brown and Cleveland Streets. The property to be dedicated would be designated as open space natural area and the Parks Department supports the dedication of the property. BJELLANDIFIGLEY... accept the real property to be dedicated to the City as a result of Partition No. 00-01 and direct the Planning Department to record a deed to the property. The motion passed unanimously. Page 8 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 ... ..-.."'" ,,-~_.~,... _..,-,~..,~~..._.~.,..,-,-"-_. COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING 0290 SOUND AMPLIFICATION PERMIT FOR THE 4TH OF .JULY CELEBRATION. Staff recommended that a permit be issued for the use of sound amplification equipment during the 4th of July activities being held at the Woodburn High School athletic field on Tuesday, July 4th, between the hours of I :00 pm and II :00 pm. FIGLEY/SIFUENTEZ... approve the request for a sound amplification permit submitted by the Fourth of July Committee between the hours of I :00 pm and 11:00 pm on July 4, 2000. The motion passed unanimously. 0308 REJECTION OF BIDS RE: MOBILE DIESEL GENERATOR UNIT. Bids for a mobile diesel generator unit were received from the following vendors: EC Power Systems, $39,269.00; Halton Equipment Co., $41,579.00; and Cummings Onan Equipment, $41,915.00. Staff recommended that the bids be rejected and staff re- advertise for this equipment since the specifications interpreted by the vendors were different than what staff had intended to purchase due to a revision in the model number. FIGLEY /BJELLAND... reject all bids received for the purchase of a mobile diesel generator unit for the water wells. The motion passed unanimously. 0318 PROPOSED NON-RESIDENT LIBRARY FEES. FIGLEY/SIFUENTEZ... non-resident library fees be increased from $10.00 per household to $25.00 per household effective July I, 2000 for fiscal year 2000-2001. The motion passed unanimously. BJELLAND/SIFUENTEZ.... amend the 1999-2000 master fee schedule to reflect this increase in library fees for out-of-city residents. The motion passed unanimously. Administrator Brown stated that staff will be coming back to the Council with the master fee schedule amendment at the next Council meeting in order for the City to implement the increase by July I". Staff plans on updating the master fee schedule in August or September but this particular change is being made in advance to be consistent with the other libraries in the CCRLS system. 0367 CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT. A) Drums of Fire Special Event Permit: Administrator Brown stated that the Parks Special Event Permit policy does allow for the City to negotiate for portions of the permit fee to be provided through in-kind services rather than cash. In this case, the City is partnering with Drums of Fire for this event and staff has negotiated for in-kind services of at least $1,275.00 plus the donation of a portable stage from Drums of Fire for use at other city events. 0420 MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS. Councilor Chadwick questioned if the Council agenda could be published in the Saturday edition of the Woodburn Independent so that residents would have advance notice of Page 9 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 .. ". , 'P'"-- COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING items to be discussed at the Council meeting. Administrator Brown stated that staff does provide the Woodburn Independent with a copy of the agenda and he will inquire as to whether or not they would be able to publish the agenda. Councilor Chadwick also questioned if the Greyhound Bus stop could be closer to Senior Estates rather than downtown. Staff stated that contact would have to be made with the Greyhound Bus Company. Councilor Chadwick also stated that she had received positive comments on the new bus route especially since it now stops at Woodburn Company Stores. It was noted that bus schedules are available at City Hall, Public Works office, or on the bus. Councilor Chadwick expressed her appreciation to the organizers and presentors at the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast which was held on June 91h. Councilor Sifuentez stated that she had also attended the breakfast and, following the event, several attendees suggested that the Council have a small prayer before each Council meeting. She expressed her agreement with that concept and suggested that it be discussed further at a later date. Councilor Bjelland stated that, at a recently attended regional Economic Development forum, he visited with the City Administrator of Sweet Home who shared with him that they have recently completed, or are currently constructing, a new community center which was financed through grants and contributions. He stated that they had received Community Development grants plus significant foundation grants to support the project Even though the City is looking at a larger center, he felt that this is one potential area of funding that should be investigated further. Councilor Bjelland also updated the public on the Livability Committee's hanging basket program. The total number of baskets is now at 75 and those baskets are now being placed on the utility poles. Due to the time involved and complexity of identifying the poles per ODOT requirements, it will take a couple of weeks before the baskets begin to show their full potential. He thanked the City for their efforts on this project which included the installation of the brackets on the poles. Councilor Sifuentez also thanked JoAnn Bjelland who organized this project and for the contributions from our community. Councilor Figley stated that she had an opportunity to throw out the first pitch at a recent baseball tournament and was excited to see the potential this park has within our community. She thanked Dan Christenson for his work in making the grounds playable since it did rain over the weekend. Councilor Pugh complimented the Mayor and Councilor Sifuentez for comments they had made that were in the local newspaper. He also questioned if the block wall on Woodland Avenue could be placed closer to the fence lines of the abutting properties so that grass and garbage do not accumulate between the fence and the wall. Page 10 - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 . , .... ,+-.._-_.",,_..~_.,-~...... COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 12, 2000 TAPE READING Administrator Brown stated that the wall is being constructed on the property line and the existing fences are, in some cases, placed slightly in from the property line thereby creating the gap. Councilor Pugh also expressed concern regarding the number of U-turns made at the Woodland/Highway 219 intersection by motorists wanting to go to Hillyer's Ford. He was under the impression that Hillyer's were going to negotiate with WinCo Foods to place a roadway between the dealership and Woodland. He felt that this is a problem which still needs to be resolved. Administrator Brown stated that there are numerous U-turns at and/or near the intersection and he had received a telephone call from WinCo Foods informing him that they had done a 3-month analysis of the number of cars making U-turns. The problem for the City is that we do not have patrol officers that can be at that intersection all the time. He stated that private negotiations could be held between Hillyer's and WinCo Foods for a driveway easement, however, the only thing the City can do is to facilitate discussions between the two owners since there have been so many concerns on this traffic issue. Mayor Jennings suggested that a skatepark be elevated on the list of Parks projects whether it be on the bond issue or the capital project list. He also stated that he had volunteered his time at the K-Mart Kids Race Against Drugs which, not only provided Woodburn Together with a $5 donation per participant from the event sponsors, gave our local kids educational material and an opportunity to drive cars around a track. He expressed his appreciation to all of the volunteers who helped with this fund raising project. 1000 EXECUTIVE SESSION. Mayor Jennings entertained a motion to adjourn to executive session under the authority of ORS 192.660 (l)(h) and ORS 192.660(1)(f). FIGLEYIBJELLAND...adjourn to executive session under the cited statutes. The motion passed unanimously. The Council adjourned to executive session at 9:03 p.m. and reconvened at 9:47 p.m.. The Mayor stated that no decisions were made in executive session. 1012 ADJOURNMENT. FIGLEYIPUGH... meeting be adjourned. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:48 p.m.. ATTEST APPROVED f1J~-:7~ RI M~nnant, Recorder City of Woodburn, Oregon YOR Page II - Council Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2000 ... ,.