Central Point public meetings in 2024
32 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Central Point City Council will meet to approve meeting minutes, adopt 2025 water rates, vacate utility easements, and canvass the November 5, 2024, general election results. The session will include a presentation from the Jackson County Fair Board and an executive session to review the City Manager's performance.
- Approval of November 14, 2024, meeting minutes
- Resolution adopting 2025 Water Rates
- Ordinance vacating Public Utility Easements on Mendolia Way
- Land Development Code Amendments
- Resolution canvassing votes from the November 5, 2024, General Election
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider the Parr Lumber tentative subdivision plan and receive an update on the Climate Friendly Area (CFA) Overlay Designation project. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the November 5, 2024 meeting minutes and public appearances. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- Parr Lumber tentative subdivision plan (discussion)
- Climate Friendly Area (CFA) Overlay Designation Project update (discussion)
- Approval of November 5, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The Central Point City Council will consider a diesel fuel tax item presented by City Manager Chris Clayton. Council members will also review water rates. The meeting follows standard procedural items and will conclude with adjournment.
- Diesel Fuel Tax – presentation by City Manager Chris Clayton
- Water Rates – discussion
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will meet to approve a Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also receive updates on utility box art and the commission's presence at events.
- Approval of Chair and Vice Chair
- Update on Utility Box Art
- Discussion of Art Commission Presence at Events
- Planning of 2025 meeting dates
The Central Point Arts Commission approved its August 1, 2024 meeting minutes by roll-call vote and confirmed 2025 meeting dates. The commission discussed the utility box art project, plans to have a presence at local events, and other project ideas, but took no formal votes on those items. The City Council had previously approved Steph Hendrickson as Chair and Lindsey Rice as Vice Chair.
- Approved August 1, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, one absent)
- Set 2025 meeting dates: Feb 11, Jun 17, Aug 12, Nov 18
- City Council approved Steph Hendrickson as Chair and Lindsey Rice as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Agreed unanimously to have a presence at local events such as Made In Southern Oregon
City Council
The Central Point City Council will review a June 30, 2022 audit report and approve routine consent agenda items. A public hearing will consider an ordinance to vacate public utility easements on Mendolia Way and amendments to the Land Development Code. The council will also act on flood‑damage prevention text amendments and a resolution to exchange property with the local school district. Additional reports from the mayor, city manager, planning commission, and departments will be presented.
- Audit Report Presentation (June 30, 2022)
- Ordinance to vacate public utility easements on Mendolia Way
- Land Development Code Amendments
- Chapter 8.24 Flood Damage Prevention Text Amendments
- Resolution approving property exchange agreement with the school district
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Citizens Advisory Committee
The Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to discuss Land Development Code Amendments under File No. ZC-24001. Planning Director Stephanie Powers is scheduled to present this item.
- Land Development Code Amendments (File No. ZC-24001)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss field usage and updates regarding the Central Point Little League. The body is also reviewing a reorganization of the Park Ordinance and a grant application for playground design at Don Jones Memorial Park.
- Don Jones Memorial Park playground design recommendation and OPRD Local Government Grant application
- Central Point Municipal Code: Title 4 Parks - Park Ordinance reorganization
- Field usage discussion
- Central Point Little League update
- Election of officers and review of commissioner terms
Planning Commission
The Central Point Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit and site‑plan review for Southern Oregon Goodwill, and discuss amendments to the Land Development Code. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of previous meeting minutes and public appearances.
- Southern Oregon Goodwill Conditional Use Permit
- Southern Oregon Goodwill Site Plan and Architectural Review
- Land Development Code Amendments
- Approval of September 3, 2024 Meeting Minutes
- Approval of ____ Meeting Minutes
City Council
The Central Point City Council will approve meeting minutes, consider accepting a bid for park maintenance, and discuss the potential sale of Don Jones Park. The body will also initiate amendments to the Land Development Code and address drone usage in parks.
- Approval of October 10, 2024, meeting minutes
- Resolution accepting bid from Greenway Spray LLC
- Resolution of intent to amend Land Development Code
- Discussion on Don Jones Park potential property sale
- Discussion on drones in parks
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Central Point City Council meeting on October 21, 2024 will open with a call to order. Under the Business section, council members will discuss the Floodplain Management Program. The meeting will then adjourn.
- Discussion of Floodplain Management Program
City Council
The City Council will review several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and public safety. The meeting includes discussions on park planning and public works standards. An executive session is scheduled to negotiate real property transactions.
- Lease Purchase Agreement for Police Vehicles
- Central Point - Bear Creek Greenway Master Plan and Long-Term Stewardship Plan
- Central Point Parks ADA Transition Plan
- Revisions to Public Works Standards and Specifications
- Executive session for real property transaction negotiations
Citizens Advisory Committee
The Central Point Citizens Advisory Committee will convene to review and discuss proposed amendments to the Land Development Code, specifically Title 16 and 17. The meeting will include standard procedural items such as roll call, the approval of previous minutes, and public appearances.
- Approval of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public appearances
- Discussion of Land Development Code Amendments (Title 16 and 17)
- Committee member reports
City Council
The Central Point City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a rate increase for Rogue Disposal effective January 1, 2025. Council members will also vote on a revised management compensation plan for 2025 and a resolution of intent to vacate an easement at Mitchell's Landing. The meeting includes a 20‑minute public comment period and a consent agenda for routine items.
- Resolution Approving the 2025 Revised Management Compensation Plan
- Resolution of Intent Initiating Easement Vacation – Mitchell's Landing
- Rogue Disposal Rate Increases Effective 1‑1‑25
- Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
- Public comments – 20 minutes, 3‑minute limit per individual
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hear a presentation on Envision Bear Creek from the Parks and Public Works Director. The body will also consider a second reading of an ordinance amending CPMC 8.08.020.E and discuss 2024 legislative priorities for the League of Oregon Cities.
- Envision Bear Creek presentation by Matt Samitore
- Second reading of Ordinance Amending CPMC 8.08.020.E
- League of Oregon Cities 2024 Legislative Priorities
- Planning Commission Report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Central Point Planning Commission will meet on September 3, 2024 at 6:00 PM. Commissioners will consider a proposal for a Grocery Outlet supermarket and review the Sunnybrook Village Master Plan and Tentative Plan. The agenda also includes standard items such as roll call, correspondence, and approval of the May 7, 2024 meeting minutes. No specific decisions are detailed in the agenda.
- Grocery Outlet Supermarket proposal
- Sunnybrook Village Master Plan review
- Sunnybrook Village Tentative Plan review
- Approval of May 7, 2024 meeting minutes
General
The City Council will hear a feasibility analysis for designating the CFEC Market as a Climate Friendly Area. The presentation will be given by Planning Director Stephanie Powers. No formal decision is noted on the agenda.
- CFEC Market Feasibility Analysis for Climate Friendly Area designation (presentation by Planning Director Stephanie Powers)
City Council
The Central Point City Council will conduct public comments, approve routine items on the consent agenda, and consider several substantive matters. The council will take the first reading of an ordinance amending CPMC 8.08.020.E. It will also discuss the Water Conservation Plan and review a Homeowner's Association irrigation audit.
- First reading of ordinance amending CPMC 8.08.020.E
- Discussion of Water Conservation Plan
- Review of Homeowner's Association Irrigation Audit
- Approval of August 8, 2024 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
- Citizens Advisory Committee appointment (consent agenda)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Central Point Parks and Recreation Commission will meet on August 15, 2024 at City Hall. The commission will conduct a final review and vote on the Bear Creek Greenway Master Plan revision. It will also review and approve the ADA Transition Plan for Central Point parks and discuss the playground design for Don Jones Memorial Park.
- Bear Creek Greenway Master Plan Revision – final review and approval
- ADA Transition Plan for Central Point Parks – review and approval
- Don Jones Memorial Park – playground design discussion
Community Development Commission
The Central Point Community Development Commission will meet on August 8, 2024 at City Hall. The commission will approve the minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting and discuss the Downtown Parklet Grant Program presented by Planning Director Stephanie Powers. No other agenda items are listed.
- Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Downtown Parklet Grant Program (presented by Planning Director Stephanie Powers)
- Adjournment
City Council
The City Council will review financial reports and a resolution to apply for state grant funds. The meeting includes discussions on downtown paving closures and a parklet program.
- Resolution to apply for Oregon Department of Transportation - Oregon Community Pathways Grant Funds
- Downtown Street Closures for Paving on Pine and Front
- Downtown Parklet Program
- 2024 Second Quarter Financial Statements and FY 2024 Report
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission is meeting to nominate a chairperson and discuss the Utility Box Art Project. The body will also review ideas from previous meetings for future commission projects.
- Chairperson nominations
- Utility Box Art Project
- Discussion of past meeting ideas for upcoming projects
The Central Point Arts Commission elected Stephanie Hendrickson as Chair and Lindsey Rice as Vice Chair. They approved moving forward with a utility box art project, pending utility company approval and City Council final approval, and decided to pursue a sundial replacement project in early 2025. The next meeting was set for November 19, 2024.
- Approved May 2, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Elected Stephanie Hendrickson as Chair and Lindsey Rice as Vice Chair (6-0)
- Proceeded with utility box art project, pending utility company and City Council approval
- Decided to pursue sundial replacement at N 2nd and N 3rd Streets in Q1 2025
City Council
The Central Point City Council will consider several resolutions regarding city compensation plans and volunteer coverage. The council will also review an amended agreement for the visitor center. Additionally, the 2024 Community Survey will be discussed.
- First Amended Visitor Center Agreement resolution
- Resolution extending workers' compensation coverage to volunteers
- 2024 Revised Management Compensation Plan resolution
- Revision of the 2024-2025 Classification Pay Plan resolution
- 2024 Community Survey discussion
General
The Community Development Commission will discuss a resolution regarding future funding for the Community Center. The agenda also includes an audit presentation and a discussion on amending rules of procedure for meeting times.
- Resolution approving future funding of Community Center
- Presentation of June 30, 2022 Audit
- Resolution amending rules of procedure regarding meeting times
City Council
The Central Point City Council will review resolutions for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, including tax levies and municipal service certification. The council will also consider an ordinance regarding liability for using trails and unimproved rights-of-way. A public hearing is scheduled to discuss receiving state revenue sharing funds.
- Resolution to levy taxes for fiscal year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
- Ordinance adding limited liability for use of trails and unimproved right-of-way
- Public hearing on receiving state revenue sharing funds
- Ordinance changing council meeting times
- Discussion regarding signs in public spaces for pet heat warnings
The Central Point City Council approved a series of fiscal year 2024-25 items, including receiving state revenue sharing funds, certifying municipal services, levying taxes, and adopting appointments and procedures. It also passed an ordinance moving regular council meetings from 7:00 PM to 6:00 PM starting in August, and an ordinance limiting city liability for use of trails and unimproved right-of-way. A request to install pet heat warning signs in public spaces was discussed but not approved, with the council citing the city's sign code. The scheduled executive session was cancelled.
- Approved consent agenda including June 13, 2024 minutes and a Planning Commission appointment (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1788 to receive state revenue sharing funds for FY July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025 (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2116 changing council meeting time from 7:00 PM to 6:00 PM effective first meeting in August (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2117 adding Chapter 4.02 limiting liability for use of trails and unimproved right-of-way (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1789 certifying provision of municipal services (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1790 to levy taxes for FY July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1791 approving appointments and adopting general procedures for FY 2024-25 (6-0)
- No motion recorded on request to install pet heat warning signs in public spaces; council discussed and did not approve
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The Central Point City Council will discuss the Climate Friendly Area (CFA) Designation and Code Update Project. Planning Director Stephanie Powers is scheduled to present on this item.
- Climate Friendly Area (CFA) Designation and Code Update Project presentation
City Council
The Central Point City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions on June 13, 2024. These include updates to public records policy and a new ordinance regarding limited liability for trails. The council will also address changing meeting times and approving a community center lease.
- Ordinance adding limited liability for use of trails and unimproved right-of-way
- Ordinance changing Council meeting times
- Resolution updating public records policy
- Resolution approving Community Center lease
- Arts Commission appointment
The City Council approved an intergovernmental lease agreement with Jackson County for a future community center at 1 Peninger Drive. Additionally, the Council adopted a new public records request policy and advanced two ordinances to a second reading regarding trail liability and meeting times.
- Approved Resolution No. 1787 for community center lease (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1786 for public records policy (7-0)
- Advanced trail liability ordinance to second reading (7-0)
- Advanced ordinance changing meeting times to 6:00 PM to second reading (7-0)
- Approved May 9, 2024, meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Arts Commission appointment (7-0)
- Approved Juneteenth proclamation (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Development Commission
The commission will review the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and a resolution for an MOU with Fire District 3 regarding fire equipment. The agenda also includes a funding increase request for the Visitors Information Center and a presentation on the 2021/2022 audit.
- Resolution approving Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget
- Resolution approving MOU with Fire District 3 - Fire Equipment
- Visitors Information Center increase of funding request
- 2021/2022 Audit Presentation
The Community Development Commission unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Fire District 3 for fire equipment, with the Urban Renewal District funding approximately 25% of the $2,758,598 cost. The Commission also adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget totaling $2,458,040. A request for $6,000 in additional funding for the Visitors Information Center was discussed but not approved, pending further research on comparable municipal contributions.
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-02 for MOU with Fire District 3 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-03 adopting FY 2024-25 Budget of $2,458,040 (6-0)
- Approved January 25, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Visitors Information Center funding request ($6,000) tabled for further research
Budget Committee
The Central Point Budget Committee is meeting to review the 2024-2025 annual budget, including a presentation from the Development Commission and a discussion about the Community Center. The committee will consider and potentially vote on budget-related motions.
- Development Commission FY 2024-25 budget presentation
- Community Center discussion
- Call for motion on budget items
General
The Central Point City Council will hold a second reading on an ordinance repealing the City Treasurer position and expanding the Finance Director's duties. The body will also discuss a community center lease, mobile food business code amendments, and a Planning Commission report. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as public comments and approval of previous minutes.
- Ordinance Repealing City Treasurer & Expanding Finance Director Duties (2nd Reading)
- Community Center Lease and Cost Estimates
- Mobile Food Business Code Amendments
- Planning Commission Report - May 7, 2024
The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 2115, which repeals the City Treasurer position and expands the Finance Director's duties. The Council also passed a resolution declaring intent to amend mobile food business codes to clarify regulations and location opportunities. Additionally, the Council received updates on the Community Center project, including cost estimates and lease terms, with further discussion scheduled for May 23.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2115 repealing City Treasurer and expanding Finance Director duties (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1785 declaring intent to amend Mobile Food Business Code (7-0)
- Approved April 25, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (7-0)
- Community Center lease and cost estimates discussed; no vote taken, further info due May 23
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Arts Commission
The commission reviewed its goals, membership structure, and reporting process to City Council. Members discussed several potential art projects, including murals and school art displays, but no formal votes were taken.
City Council
The Central Point City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a second reading of a transient lodging tax increase, a first reading to repeal the elected treasurer position, and resolutions to initiate an animal control service district and accept a bid for pavement maintenance. The agenda also includes a property transfer and routine consent items.
- Ordinance amending and increasing transient lodging tax (2nd reading)
- Ordinance repealing City Treasurer and expanding Finance Director duties (1st reading)
- Resolution approving initiation of Animal Control Service District
- Resolution accepting lowest qualified bid from Knife River Materials for 2024 Pavement Maintenance Package
- Don Jones Property Transfer
The City Council unanimously approved an ordinance increasing the transient lodging tax, effective July 1, 2024. They also passed a resolution to initiate a Jackson County Animal Control Service District, which will now go to voters, and accepted a $404,595 bid for 2024 pavement maintenance. Additionally, the council moved to declare the Don Jones property surplus for potential sale.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2114 increasing transient lodging tax (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1783 initiating Animal Control Service District (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1784 accepting $404,595 pavement bid (6-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance repealing City Treasurer role (6-0)
- Agreed to move forward with resolution declaring Don Jones property surplus
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Central Point City Council approved Resolution No. 1781 establishing a Tier 4 water irrigation rate at 125% of the tier 3 rate, effective October 1, 2024. The council also approved Resolution No. 1782 accepting the lowest qualified bid from Timber Mountain Construction for the Elk Creek Box Culvert Replacement Project and authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract. Both votes were 6-0, with Ward II Council Member Kelley Johnson absent. The council also approved Ordinance No. 2113 amending Ordinance No. 2107 regarding Arts Commission membership, and approved the consent agenda including the March 14, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Approved Resolution No. 1781 establishing Tier 4 irrigation rate at 125% of tier 3 rate, effective October 1, 2024 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1782 accepting lowest bid from Timber Mountain Construction for Elk Creek Box Culvert Replacement and authorizing City Manager to execute contract (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2113 amending Ordinance No. 2107 on Arts Commission membership (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including March 14, 2024 meeting minutes, OLCC H & S Stations at 1065 E Pine St and 1510 E Pine St, and Arts Commission appointments (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:09 p.m. (all aye)