Item 2D: Approval of Resolution on Historic Property

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Not adopting the resolution will prohibit current and future commercial properties listed in the National Register from enrolling in a second 15-year Special Assessment Program. Upon expiration of the first 15- year enrollment these properties will be reassessed at current market value for the purpose of taxation. The proposed resolution has been prepared by the City Attorney’s Office and is included here as Attachment A. RELATED CITY POLICIES Policy 1 of the Historic Preservation Element of the Eugene/Springfield Metro Area General Plan states: Adopt and implement historic preservation policies, regulations, and incentive programs that encourage the inventory, preservation, and restoration of structures; landmarks; sites; and areas of cultural, historic, or archaeological significance, consistent with overall policies. Adoption of the proposed resolution supports Policy 1 because it will facilitate an incentive program administered by the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office that encourages the rehabilitation of significant historic structures that are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. COUNCIL OPTIONS The City Council has the option to: 1. Adopt the resolution as drafted; 2. Not adopt the resolution, or 3. Amend the resolution. If the City Council wants to amend any portion of the attached resolution, they should direct staff to what issues should be addressed and in what manner. CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION The City Manager recommends Option 1, that the City Council adopt this resolution as drafted. SUGGESTED MOTION Move to adopt Resolution 4933 adopting a second period of special assessment of historic commercial property pursuant to SB 416 (2007 OR LAWS CH 718). ATTACHMENTS A. Proposed Resolution FOR MORE INFORMATION Staff Contact: Ken Guzowski Telephone: 682-5562 Staff E-Mail: ken.j.guzowski@ci.eugene.or.us F:\CMO\2008 Council Agendas\M080310\S0803102D.doc