Item 5: Resolution on Annexation of Getty Property

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parameters are narrowly defined to apply to the applicant’s property; it is unlikely that many other properties could benefit from this legislative change. Draft findings demonstrating that the annexation request is consistent with the applicable approval criteria are included as Exhibit C to the draft resolution (Attachment B). State law (ORS 222.111) authorizes a city council reduce the financial impacts of annexation by establishing for up to 10 years a percentage to be applied to the City’s property tax rates. The proposed resolution contains such a provision. Section 3 of the resolution would provide that the Gettys would pay 69 percent of the City’s property tax rates; that amount would make the Gettys’ taxes equivalent to what Getty is now paying. Public notice for this annexation request was provided in accordance with Eugene Code requirements, and no written testimony has been received. Referral comments were provided by affected agencies including City of Eugene Public Works and Eugene Water & Electric Board. These referral comments confirm that the property can be provided with the minimum level of key urban services consistent with the approval criteria. Given the findings of compliance and lack of testimony received, a public hearing is not recommended in this instance. Additional background information regarding this request, including relevant application materials, is included for reference as Attachment C. A full copy of all materials in the record is also available at the th Permit and Information Center located at 99 West 10 Avenue. RELATED CITY POLICIES The Metro Plan contains the policies that are related to this annexation request. The River Road Santa Clara Urban Facilities Plan is the refinement plan applicable to the subject properties. The policies applicable to this request are addressed in the Planning Director’s findings and recommendation (Exhibit C to Attachment B). COUNCIL OPTIONS City Council may consider the following options: 1.Adopt the draft resolution 2.Adopt the draft resolution with specific modifications as determined by the City Council 3.Deny the draft resolution 4.Defer action until after the council holds a public hearing on the proposed annexation CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION The City Manager recommends that the City Council adopt the draft resolution by finding that the request complies with all applicable approval criteria, and that the annexation is approved. SUGGESTED MOTION Move to adopt Resolution 5068, which approves the proposed annexation request consistent with the applicable approval criteria. S:\CMO\2012 Council Agendas\M120723\S1207235.doc