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e a""'i 5/23/66 I e I I e I e tracts on storm sewer construction for 1966 are delayed for 30 days, there will be insufficient time to complete construction before bad weather arrives; Ken Gilbert of the Homebuilders Association indicated that he, and probably other' home builders, would be willing to sign a letter indicating they would abide by any future de- cision by the Council if time could be obtained to study the moethod of assessing storm sewer costs. The City Manager explained the City does not have a budget to pay for the proposed 1966-67 storm sewer projects, therefore the present contracts previously approved by the Council would have to be delayed. The Council and other persons present discussed a number of aspects with regard to assessing storm sewer costs, and it was finally determined there is ill method which would satisfy all parties involved. Mrs~ Lauris moved seconded by Dr. Purdy the Council adopt a policy of requiring'subdividers to pay the cost of storm sewer installation in - new subdivisions up to 24 inches in size. Motion carried. After a general discussion on the question of assessing storm sewer costs in new subdivisions, the Council indicate it's intent to meet with the HomebuiMers Association again in the 'future on. this item whenever necessary. Mr. Hawk moved seconded by Mrs. Lauris to establish Council policy of assessing costs of storm sewers in new subdivisions up to 24 inches in size, or the equivalent cost of 24 inches, at a fixed con- tract price for the subdivision. Motion carried. Mr. Lassen commented that the Council should have further discussion on the policy considered last year with regard to the City's paying their share of the cost of storm sewers in new subdivisions from the $12.8 million bond issue. He further explained that-it was his understanding the original intent in the bond issue was to provide funds for storm sewers in the older section of town, not the new subdivisions. 1 3. Planning Commission Report - May 3, 1966 a. Rezone to R-l area' on south side 18th Avenue between' Friendly and Tyler, Planning Commission (66-073) - The Planning Commission recommended this area be rezoned from R-3 Multiple Family to R-l Single Family. Mrs. Lauris moved seconded by Mr. Crakes to rezone as recommended. Motion carried. ' Mr. Hawk moved seconded by Mrs. Lauris to approve Item 2a of the Committee report ;nd concur with Mr. Don Hammar's request that should his multiple-use structure at 980 West 18th Avenue be destroyed by fire, or removed in any other way,' the Council would look with favor upon the structure's being replaced to the extent of the existing use even though now in an R-l zone. Motion carried. 2 b. Rezone to R-3G area west of Acorn Park Subdivision, east of Bailey Hill Road, north of 18th Avenue, Bonson (66-008) - The City Manager explained that although no action is required of the Council, he felt they should acknowledge the tabling action of the Planning Commission. Mr. McNutt moved seconded by Mr. Chatt to acknowledge Planning Commiss~on action. Motion carried.' 3 c. Annexation area east of Interstate 5 and south of Judkins Road, Weaver (66-076) - The Planning Commission reported this item had been held over for further study. Mr. McNutt moved- seconded by Mr. Chatt to acknowledge this item had been held by the Planning' Commission. Motion carried. Mr. Hawk moved seconded by Mrs. Lauris that Items 2b and 2c of the Committee report be approved. Motion carr~ed. 4 3. Bids Improvement Pro;ects, May 17, 1966 - Tabulation of bids was submitted on two improvement projects. Dr.Purdy moved seconded by Mr. McNutt to award contracts to the low bidders on each project. Motion carried. Action on this item was taken earlier in the meeting under New' Business. 5 4. Sidewalk, Friendly and 28th - A report from the Public Works Department was read which indicated a poll of property owners shows that 32% were in favor, 39.5% were opposed, and 28.5% made no reply as to attitude toward construction of sidewalk on Friendly from 22nd to 28th. With regard to tbe sidewalk on 28th from Friendly to Washington, the poll indicated 34% for, 52.5% against, and 15.5% no reply. The committee decided to look at both areas before making a decision. This item was held over pending the Coupctl's looking at the area. 6 5. Signals, 6th and 7th - It was explained the Eugene Development Agency recommended mast-arm construction for signalization of 6th and 7th Avenues, since ,the State is participating with the City in the cost of -installation. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. Anderson that mast-arm signla installation involved in the State program for widening 6th and 7th be approved. Motion carried. Mr. Hawk moved seconded by Mrs. Lauris that Item 5 of the ,Committee report be approved. Motion car- ried. 7 6. Property Exchange, McKay - It Mas explained that Miles McKay had deeded a portion of his property adjacent to Ayres Subdivision in error in that he had conveyed more property than intended. ~he City Attorney recommendedtme property be deeded back Jj 5/23/66 -3 "J lL..