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e Mr. Boles asked whether the proposed refinement plan discussions might result in changes to the urban growth boundary. In response, Ms. Childs said that it is possible, but not certain, that the refinement planning process would result in recommendations for changes to the urban growth boundary. Respond- ing to another question, Ms. Childs said that both the Metro Area Natural Resources Study and the Industrial Lands Replacement Study are evaluating the status of soils in that area; these studies should be available for public review in several weeks. Mr. Nicholson asked for clarification of wording on page 3 of the Annexation and Urban Services Policy agreement that "unless compelled by State or Feder- al law, the City may not impel connection of existing improvements." Mr. Smith explained that this language was intended to provide the City with the ability to compel a property owner to connect to a sewer system, if needed. It is stated explicitly in the agreement that all property owners in the area will be a party to this agreement and will annex by 2010. In response to a question from Mr. Nicholson regarding Systems Development Charges (SDCs), Mr. Smith said that each of the properties in the Highway 99 North area will pay SDCs for that portion of the infrastructure to which they connect. Sanitary sewer SDCs are collected when property owners connect to the sewer; transportation SDCs are collected following the effective date of annexation. e Mr. Nicholson commented that the proposal was crafted initially with the assumption that, under State law, Eugene would obtain a tax base increase equal to the assessed valuation of that property. Ballot Measure 5 has ren- dered that tax base increase no longer possible. Noting that this has a large financial impact on the agreement, he questioned whether it is still prudent to move forward at this time. Mr. Gleason acknowledged the impacts of Ballot Measure 5 on this proposal, but reminded the council of the EPA connection requirement that exists for the area. He also noted the General Plan designation of the Highway 99 North area as being located within the urban growth boundary. He stated that he is still recommending this agree- ment to the council as the most rational, equitable way to provide for annex- ation in the area. Mr. Nicholson expressed concern that at some point in the future, property owners might compel the City to provide additional services to the area with- out having already paid the necessary SDCs. Responding to a question from Mr. Green, Mr. Smith said that corresponding to City policy, the City would waive all annexation fees; such fees range from $900-$2000. In response to a question from Ms. Bascom, Mr. Smith explained that under the current law, a property owner is required to annex to the City before making minor septic system repairs, such as a broken septic tank lid or broken line. The City is seeking amendments to the rule to make a distinction between major and minor repairs. - MINUTES--Eugene City Council March 4, 1991 Page 8