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e 3'O~ 5/8/67 I e I I e I e Attorney said his investigation revealed that (a) the Planning staff did not require posting of bond for streets as required in the subdivision ordinance; (b) payment of outstanding taxes on the property prior to the minor subdivision was not required; and (c) the requirement of granting the subdivision only if there is an existing street or road was not followed. He said with regard to the third point' that streets were dedicated' simultaneously with approval of the subdivision. It is his opinion that the subdivision could be revoked but is not required; that Mr. Baitis could attack the legality of the Commission's action in court; and that the Planning Commission has the entire authority in the matter of revoki"ng or not revoking the subdivis ion, the Council having no juris- diction in the matter. The Council was informed that court action is now pending be- tween the property owner and the contract buyers. Mr. Baitis again called the Council's attention to the legal points he raised as a result of being told previously that the Council could take action only if error was found in issuance of the house moving permit. No action was taken. 1 7. Ordinances. Weed Control and Auto Immobilization - Copies were distributed for Council study and consideration at a later date. 2 8. Luncheon Lectures - Announcement was made Friday, May 5, 1967, at the Eugene Hotel. Center for Continuing Education." of a series of luncheon lectures beginning The series is sponsored by the Eugene Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. Anderson that Items 6, 7, and 8 of the Committee report be received and filed. Motion carried. Items on May 4, 1967 Committee agenda not considered at that time: 3 1. Washburne Park - The Parks Department reported that the 1963 appraised value of five lots immediately north of Washburne Park was $63,250. At that time, the Council de- cided not to purchase them. Some Council members said they felt, because of the changing character of the neighborhood, there would be more use for a playground- type park. The Parks Department plans to eventually close a street running through the park, adding about 3/4-acre for use, but to maintain the character of the park essentially as it is now. Mr. Lassen moved seconded by Dr. Purdy that the item be received and filed. Motion carried. 4 2. Park Property Purchase. Bethel-Danebo. Petersen - The Parks Department reported that Paul, Richard, and George Petersen are willing to sell to the City about 12 acres lying north of Royal Avenue and east of Ellsworth Street for $40,989. Payment is to be made over a 3-year period with the first payment being due after July 1, 1967, and 4% interest charged on the balance. The Petersens stipulate also that the park is to be named "Philip Petersen Park" in memory of the son of George and Marjorie Petersen. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. Lassen to proceed with the purchase of the property. Rollcall vote. All councilmen present voting aye, motion carried. 5 3. Ordinance. Weed Control - Amendment to the weed control regulations was presented which would delete the second mowing date of the year now in effect, and instead require mowing by June 1 and then keeping the growth at a height of no more than 10 inches for the balance of the summer. The amendment also adds a $2.50 penalty for late payment of a mowing charge. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. Anderson to approve the amendment. Motion carried. (See Ordinance 14815.) 6 4. Contract Extensions - A list of projects was presented which because of bad weather or conflicts with other construction have exceeded the time limit set for completion. Liquidated damages of $350 were assessed on one project, contracted to Boles Builders, The Public Works Department recommended time extmsion on each of the projects and, instead of collecting liquidated damages, that Boles Builders be removed from the eligible list of bidders for one year. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. McNutt to approve the recommendation. Motion carried. 7 5. Parking Prohibition. Highway 99N - The Council previously considered parking prohibi- tion on Highway 99N from Roosevelt Boulevard to the north City limits. However, com- plaints from motel owners in the vicinity resulted in the recommendation that parking be prohibited only between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. Anderson to approve the recommendation. Motion carried. 8 6. Curb Sidewalk. south side 28th. Taylor to Almaden - The Public Works Department, as the result of a request from Floyd Hodges, 2810 Taylor Street, recommended location of the sidewalk at the curb on the south side of 28th Avenue between Taylor and Almaden to maintain uniformity in the area. Dr. Purdy moved seconded by Mr. Anderson to approve the recommendation. Motion carried. II 5/8/67 - 11 t.....