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Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
1300 NW Wall St., Bend, OR 97701-1960
(541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org
MINUTES OF BUSINESS MEETING
DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2015
Commissioners'Hearing Room -Administration Building- 1300 NW Wall St., Bend
Present were Commissioners Anthony DeBone and Alan Unger; Commissioner
Tammy Baney was out of the office. Also present were Tom Anderson, County
Administrator; Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator; Dave Doyle, County
Counsel; Paul Blikstad, Community Development; and Steve Reinke, 9-1-1
Director. No representatives of the media or other citizens were in attendance.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair DeBone opened the meeting at 10:00 a.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. CITIZEN INPUT
None was offered.
4. Before the Board was Consideration of Board Signature of Document No.
2015-737, a Decision on a Limited Use Permit for a Commercial Events
Facility in the Exclusive Farm Use Zone (Cooper).
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Paul Blikstad gave a brief overview of the item. The Board had deliberated on.
this issue previously, upholding the Hearings Officer's decision. Commissioner
Unger felt that the Hearings Officer was thorough and the applicant had ample
opportunities to address the issues.
UNGER: Move signature of Document No. 2015-737.
DEBONE: Second.
VOTE: UNGER: Yes.
DEBONE: Chair votes yes.
Paul Blikstad noted that this is his last appearance before the Board, after 30
years with the County, since he is retiring. Peter Gutowsky is taking his files
over at this time. The Commissioners indicated they have enjoyed working
with him.
CONVENED AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE 9-1-1 COUNTY
SERVICE DISTRICT
5. Before the Board was Consideration of Board Signature of Order No.
2015-055, Initiating Formation of a Deschutes County Chapter 451
Service District for Emergency Communications Services; Initiating
Withdrawal of Properties Currently in the Emergency Communications
Services District formed by Deschutes County 9-1-1 County Service
District; and Setting a Public Hearing Date of January 13, 2016.
Steve Reinke explained the process to get to where they are today, in an attempt
to establish permanent funding. He was tasked with this when he joined the
County a few years ago, along with updating the local radio communications
system. It was determined that the seven different radio systems should be
centralized at 9-1-1. The cost was first estimated at $13 million, so he has
worked with the State, and they are finalizing an agreement that will lower the
local cost to $6.5 million. All of the equipment will match and work seamlessly
together.
Long-term operational needs were discussed, which includes replacing the new
radio system when it eventually becomes obsolete. All other boards and
councils being served have agreed they want to be included and have signed
resolutions to that end, and agree with the levy amount.
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They will be able to provide better call receiving services to all, and the fire
services agencies will benefit. Law enforcement will have a dedicated channel
during peak times, and the public safety agencies' user fees won't be necessary,
so they can use those funds to purchase mobile phones and equipment.
They will have enough capacity to be able to ask other agencies to join, such as
schools, water districts and others.
The existing combined rate of 36 cents would go to a maximum of 42.5 cents, if
they levy the full amount. The 9-1-1 user board and stakeholders agreed that
this would be done only when necessary, and would be determined at each
year's budget meetings. They are being fiscally responsible and this will result
in more efficiency for all agencies.
Mr. Anderson said that the La Pine City Council still needs to meet and
formally approve, but are supportive.
Chair DeBone said that public safety is number one and what people expect the
most. This is the next generation in radio systems and some being used right
now are obsolete.
Commissioner Unger is very supportive, and noted that they are very fiscally
responsible and would only ask the entire amount when necessary. The public
needs to understand and support this. Nothing can be more important than
emergency services when needed.
Mr. Reinke said 9-1-1 is the bridge for all agencies to be effective. They have a
great staff and excellent support from law enforcement so this has been
properly crafted to work well for all.
Chair DeBone explained that the 9-1-1 user board consists of police chiefs, fire
chiefs and representatives of other agencies who work together.
Commissioner Unger thanked Mr. Reinke for his leadership in working with the
State on reducing the cost locally.
UNGER: Move approval of Order No. 2015-055.
DEBONE: Second.
VOTE: UNGER: Yes.
DEBONE: Chair votes yes.
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6. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
None were offered.
7. ADJOURN
Being no further discussion, the meeting was adjourned at 10:20 a.m.
DATED this Z44,-1)---- Day of Deatiait-e-A---- 2015 for the
Deschutes County Board of Commissioners.
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DeBone, Chair
CUnger, Vice Chair
ATTEST: iti 'Qk
1/1WAAL Tammy aney, Co issioner
Recording Secretary
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1300 NW Wall St., Bend, OR 97703-1960
(541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org
BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA
DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
10:00 A.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2015
Commissioners'Hearing Room-Administration Building - 1300 NW Wall St.,Bend
Pursuant to ORS 192.640, this agenda includes a list of the principal subjects
anticipated to be considered or discussed at the meeting. This notice does not limit
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the ability of the Board to address additional subjects. Meetings are subject to
cancellation without notice. This meeting is open to the public and interested
citizens are invited to attend. Business Meetings are usually recorded on video
and audio, and can be viewed by the public live or at a later date; and written
minutes are taken for the record.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. CITIZEN INPUT
This is the time provided for individuals wishing to address the Board, at the
Board's discretion, regarding issues that are not already on the agenda. Please
complete a sign-up card (provided), and give the card to the Recording
Secretary. Use the microphone and clearly state your name when the Board
Chair calls on you to speak. PLEASE NOTE: Citizen input regarding matters
that are or have been the subject of a public hearing not being conducted as a
part of this meeting will NOT be included in the official record of that hearing.
If you offer or display to the Board any written documents, photographs or
other printed matter as part of your testimony during a public hearing,please
be advised that staff is required to retain those documents as part of the
permanent record of that hearing.
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4. CONSIDERATION of Board Signature of Document No. 2015-737, a
Decision on a Limited Use Permit for a Commercial Events Facility in the
Exclusive Farm Use Zone (Cooper) —Paul Blikstad, Community Development
CONVENE AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE 9-1-1 COUNTY
SERVICE DISTRICT
5. CONSIDERATION of Board Signature of Order No. 2015-055, Initiating
Formation of a Deschutes County Chapter 451 Service District for Emergency
Communications Services; Initiating Withdrawal of Properties Currently in
the Emergency Communications Services District formed by Deschutes
County 9-1-1 County Service District; and Setting a Public Hearing Date of
January 13, 2016 —Steve Reinke, 9-1-1 Director
6. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
These can be any items not included on the agenda that the Commissioners
wish to discuss as part of the meeting,pursuant to ORS 192.640.
At any time during the meeting, an executive session could be called to address
issues relating to ORS 192.660(2)(e), real property negotiations; ORS
192.660(2)(h), litigation; ORS 192.660(2)(d), labor negotiations; ORS
192.660(2)(b), personnel issues; or other executive session categories.
Executive sessions are closed to the public; however, with few exceptions and
under specific guidelines, are open to the media.
7. ADJOURN
To watch this meeting on line, go to:
http://www.deschutes.org/bcc/page/board-meeting-videos
Please note that the video will not show up until recording begins.
You can also view past meetings on video by selecting the date shown on the website calendar.
el) Deschutes County encourages persons with disabilities to participate in all programs and
ihr® activities. To request this information in an alternate format please call (541)617-4747, or
email ken.harms @deschutes.org.
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FUTURE MEETINGS:
(Please note:Meeting dates and times are subject to change. All meetings take place in the Board of
Commissioners'meeting rooms at 1300 NW Wall St., Bend, unless otherwise indicated. If you have questions
regarding a meeting,please call 388-6572.)
Monday, December 7
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Wednesday, December 9
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Tuesday, December 15
10:00 a.m. 911 User Board Meeting, at 911
1:30 p.m. Budget Committee Meeting
Wednesday, December 16
7:30 a.m. Joint Meeting with Sunriver Service District Board, at the Great Hall, Sunriver
Friday, December 18
8:00 a.m. Joint Meeting with Sunriver Owners Association, at the SHARC, Pringle Room
Monday, December 21
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Friday, December 25
Most County offices will be closed to observe Christmas Day.
Monday, December 28
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
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Wednesday, December 30
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Friday, January 1
Most County offices will be closed to observe New Years'Day.
Monday, January 4
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Tuesday, January 5
3:30 p.m. Regular Meeting of Public Safety Coordinating Council
Wednesday, January 6
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
6:00 p.m. Continued Public Hearing on Goal 11 Options—La Pine High School
Thursday, January 7
8:00 a.m. Regular Joint Meeting with the Sisters City Council, Sisters City Hall
Wednesday, January 13
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Friday, January 15
7:30 a.m. Joint Meeting with La Pine and Sunriver Chambers of Commerce, at 1,000 Trails
Monday, January 18
Most County offices will be closed to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Tuesday, January 19
10:00 a.m. 911 User Board Meeting, at 911
Wednesday, January 20
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Monday, January 25
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Wednesday, January 27
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Monday, February 1
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Tuesday, February 2
3:30 p.m. Regular Meeting of Public Safety Coordinating Council
Wednesday, February 3
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Wednesday, February 10
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Monday, February 15
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
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Tuesday, January 16
10:00 a.m. 911 User Board Meeting, at 911
Monday, February 22
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Wednesday, February 24
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Monday, February 29
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Tuesday, March 1
3:30 p.m. Regular Meeting of Public Safety Coordinating Council
Wednesday, March 2
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
Monday, March 7
10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting
1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session—could include executive session(s)
(4 Deschutes County encourages persons with disabilities to participate in all programs and
activities. To request this information in an alternate format please call (541)617-4747, or email
ken.harms(a�deschutes.orq.
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1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200, Bend,OR 97701-1960
(541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org
AGENDA REQUEST & STAFF REPORT
For Board Business Meeting of December 7, 2015
Please see directions for completing this document on the next page.
DATE: December 2,2015
FROM: Paul Blikstad Department CDD Phone#6554
TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM:
Consideration and possible signature of the Board's decision on File No. 247-15-000001-LUP (247-15-
000298-A), a Limited Use Permit for a commercial events (wedding) facility in the Exclusive Farm Use
Zone.
PUBLIC HEARING ON THIS DATE? No
BACKGROUND AND POLICY IMPLICATIONS:
The Hearings Officer denied the applicant's request for a Type 2 Limited Use Permit to allow up to 6
events(weddings) on a 54-acre property in the EFU Zone. The applicants appealed the Hearings
Officer's decision to the Board. The Board agreed to hear the appeal and a public hearing was held on
October 26, 2015. The Board deliberated and rendered an oral decision on the request on Monday,
November 30, 2015,upholding the Hearings Officer's denial of the application.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
None
RECOMMENDATION & ACTION REQUESTED:
Board review and signature of the written decision.
ATTENDANCE: Peter Gutowsky, Paul Blikstad
DISTRIBUTION OF DOCUMENTS:
Planning Division staff will distribute the Board's written decision on the applications.
REVIEWED
LEGAL COUNSEL
For Recording Stamp Only
DECISION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
FOR DESCHUTES COUNTY
FILE NUMBERS: 247-15-000001-LUP/247-15-000298-A
APPLICANT: Paul Cooper and Hana Cooper
P.O. Box 365
Monument, Oregon 97864
APPLICATION: Type 2 Limited Use Permit for a commercial events/activities
facility on a 54-acre property in the Exclusive Farm Use Zone.
OWNERS: Paul and Loreen Cooper
PROPERTY: County Assessor's Map 16-12-32, Tax Lots 314/301
I. APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND CRITERIA
A. Title 18, Deschutes County Code
1. Chapter 18.04, Title,Purpose and Definitions
• Section 18.04.030,Definitions
2. Chapter 18.16,Exclusive Farm Use Zones
• Section 18.16.025, Uses Permitted Subject to the Special Provisions Under
DCC Section 18.16.038
• Section 18.16.042, Agri-Tourism and other Commercial Events or Activities
Limited Use Permit
• Section 18.16.043, Single Permit
• Section 18.16.060,Dimensional Standards
• Section 18.16.070,Yards
3. Chapter 18.80,Airport Safety Combining(AS) Zone
• Section 18.80.020,Application of Provisions
• Section 18.80.028, Height Limitations
• Section 18.80.044,Land Use Compatibility Requirements
• Section 18.80.054, Conditional Uses
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247-I5-000001-LUP and 247-15-000298-A(Cooper)/Document No.2015-737.
H. FINDINGS OF FACT
FINDING: The Board of County Commissioners (hereinafter referred to as"Board") adopts the
findings of fact on pages 2-6 of the Hearings Officer's Decision on this application. The Board
notes that the applicant agreed to two different record extensions for this application. The
Hearings Officer found that the original 150-day review period ended on July 18, 20152. The
applicant tolled the 150-day review period for an additional 120 days via email to staff on June
11, 2015, which extended the review period to November 16, 2015. At the public hearing in
front of the Board, the applicant stated verbally an agreement to an additional 30-day extension
through December 16, 2015.
III. CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
The Board adopts the Hearings Officer's Conclusions of Law listed on pages 6-41 of the
decision. The Board finds that the applicant has failed to adequately demonstrate that the
primary use of the property for at least the last three years is/has been farm use; additionally, on
the record before it, the Board finds that the property has been utilized repeatedly for weddings
and overnight accommodations within the existing dwelling located on tax lot 314.
IV. DECISION:
Based on the Hearings Officer's findings of fact and conclusions of law as supplemented herein,
the Board concludes that the applicant has not demonstrated that all applicable approval criteria
have been met. The Board upholds the Hearings Officer's denial of the Limited Use Permit
application.
DATED this day of December, 2015. MAILED this day of December, 2015.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF DESCHUTES COUNTY,OREGON
ANTHONY DEBONE,CHAIR
ALAN UNGER,VICE CHAIR
ATTEST:
Recording Secretary TAMMY BANEY,COMMISSIONER
THIS DECISION BECOMES FINAL UPON MAILING. PARTIES MAY APPEAL THIS
DECISION TO THE LAND USE BOARD OF APPEALS WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE DATE
ON WHICH THIS DECISION IS FINAL.
The applicant did not object to the written record'being extended from March 31,2015 (public hearing date)to
April 28,2015. This may have extended the record an additional 28 days(DCC 22.24.030)to August 15,2015.
The Board notes that July 18,2105 was a Saturday.
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247-15-000001-LUP and 247-15-000298-A(Cooper)/Document No.2015-737.
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1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200,Bend, OR 97701-1960
(541) 388-6570- Fax (541)385-3202 - www.deschutes.org
AGENDA REQUEST & STAFF REPORT
For Board Business Meeting of December 7, 2015
DATE: November 24, 2015
FROM: Steve Reinke 911 541-322-6101
TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM:
Consider an Order to place a measure on the May 2016 ballot which dissolves the current Deschutes
County 911 County Service District and creates its replacement; the Deschutes County 911 Service
District, with a permanent maximum tax rate of$.425 per$1,000 of taxable assessed value.
PUBLIC HEARING ON THIS DATE? No.
BACKGROUND AND POLICY IMPLICATIONS:
In order for the Service District to change its permanent levy rate,the current District must be dissolved
and a new District must be formed to take its place with a revised permanent levy rate. This process can
be accomplished concurrently with a single ballot measure. For the Board to be able to consider the
order,an economic feasibility statement and resolutions asking to be in the District from two-thirds of
the public safety entities in the District's service area(on a population basis)are required.
The resolution and feasibility statement are attached. The resolutions will be forwarded for inclusion
prior to the meeting after the Bend and Sisters Councils take action on December 2nd and December 3rd
respectively.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
None to the County.
RECOMMENDATION&ACTION REQUESTED:
Adopt the Order.
ATTENDANCE: Steve Reinke.
DISTRIBUTION OF DOCUMENTS:
One original of the Order to Steve Reinke at the 911 Service District.
REVIEWED
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LEGAL COUNSEL
For Recording Stamp Only
BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DESCHUTES COUNTY, OREGON,
An Order Initiating Formation of a Deschutes
County Chapter 451 Service District for
Emergency Communication Services, Initiating * ORDER NO. 2015-055
Withdra wal of Properties Currently in the
Emergency Communications Services District
Formed by Deschutes County 9-1-1 County *
Service District, and Setting a Public Hearing
WHEREAS, an adequate 9-1-1 emergency reporting system literally can mean the difference
between life and death for residents and is critical to protecting property, the environment and to
providing efficient and effective emergency services; and,
WHEREAS, state law does not permit the electors of the existing service district to vote on
whether to update the current permanent funding for the district so as to provide an adequate level of
emergency communications services; and,
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners ("Board") is in receipt of an economic
feasibility study indicating that a new district, if funded, could, in addition to enhancing emergency
communications services generally, add next generation consolidated voice and data radio
infrastructure and maintenance not currently being provided; and,
WHEREAS, the Board is in receipt of copies of Resolutions approving this Order from the
governing bodies of the cities to be included in the proposed district, together with the written approval
from the governing bodies of at least two-thirds of the public or private safety agencies to be included
in the proposed district representing two-thirds of the population within the proposed district; and
WHEREAS, state law, including ORS 198.835 and ORS 198.720, authorize this Board to
initiate formation of a new county service district to replace the existing district provided that
withdrawal of properties in the existing district also is proposed; and,
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WHEREAS, if the electors approve formation of a replacement district, the new district should
assume all of the authority and responsibility for providing emergency communication services; and
THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DESCHUTES COUNTY, OREGON,
hereby ORDERS as follows:
Section 1. The proposed formation of an ORS Chapter 451 county service district for
emergency communications, including 9-1-1 services hereby is initiated.
Section 2. The withdrawal of all property in the existing emergency communications district in
Deschutes County is proposed to occur simultaneously with the formation of a new district.
Section 3. The name of the proposed district shall be the Deschutes County 9-1-1 Service
District and the boundary shall be substantially as legally described in Exhibit"A"and depicted on the
map Exhibit"B,"both exhibits being attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein.
Section 4. The proposed Deschutes County 9-1-1 Service District, if formed, will have a
maximum permanent rate limit for operating taxes of$.425 per$1,000 assessed value that, if assessed at
the maximum rate, will raise an estimated$8,665,034 in operating funds for the District in the 2016-2017
fiscal year.
Section 5. The final name, boundary and permanent tax rate are subject to change in response
to public testimony during the formation process as provided by law.
Section 6. The Deschutes County 9-1-1 Service District shall be authorized to take all necessary
and proper steps to plan, establish, furnish and maintain a 9-1-1 emergency communications system
within Deschutes County and to construct, maintain and operate any related facilities pursuant to ORS
451.010 et seq.
Section 7. That an initial hearing regarding formation of the Deschutes County 9-1-1 Service
District, withdrawal of all territory from the existing Deschutes County 9-1-1 County Service District
and the dissolution of the existing District shall be held at 10:00 am on January 13, 2016 in the
Deschutes County Board Hearing Room, 1300 NW Wall St., (First Floor), Bend, Deschutes County,
Oregon.
Section 8. The Director of the Deschutes County Community Development Department shall.
cause to be filed with this Board prior to January 13, 2016, a land use compatibility statement regarding
this proposed special district formation as contemplated in ORS 197.175 and any other applicable
statutory authority.
Section 9. The County Legal Counsel shall publish notice of the public hearing and take all
such other steps as are required and appropriate to initiate formation of a new county service district
for emergency communications and simultaneous withdrawal of properties from the existing district.
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Dated this 7`h day of December 2015 THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF DESCHUTES COUNTY, OREGON
ANTHONY DEBONE, Chair
ALAN UNGER, Vice-Chair
ATTEST:
Recording Secretary TAMMY BANEY,Commissioner
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Economic Feasibility Statement for the Formation
of the Deschutes County 9-1-1 Service District
I. Summary Statement
The permanent tax rate (PTR) for the Deschutes County 9-1-1 County Service District
(former District) was established in 1988 at $.1618 per thousand of assessed value. Since
then, the population within the former District's has grown beyond expectation and the
originally established PTR has been inadequate for several years. This resulted in the need to
seek local option levies every five years to pay for the increased demand for District services.
The former District's funding has not been stable because there has been uncertainty about
whether voters would approve additional levies. Forming a new Deschutes County 9-1-1
Service District (District) with an increased PTR will eliminate the funding uncertainty and
better allow the District to budget to provide services vital to the public and the area's
emergency responders.
Budgeting for the District is based on revenues received from property tax collection, state
9-1-1 telephone taxes, user and contract fees and miscellaneous revenue. The proposed
maximum permanent tax rate of$.425 is intended to fund ongoing and future operational and
capital needs for 9-1-1 call answering; dispatching for public safety responders; and the
District's new responsibility of owning, operating, maintaining and eventually replacing the
area's regional radio and data communications system.
IL Service / Function Analysis
The 9-1-1 call receiving and dispatch services the District will provide are that of the former
District with the exception of the new responsibility of owning, operating, maintaining and
eventually replacing the area's regional radio and data communications system.
Centralizing the existing disparate radio systems previously owned by individual agencies
under the District will be more cost effective and will significantly improve public safety
communications with better coverage, higher system reliability and enhanced responder
interoperability between agencies and their state and Federal partners.
III. Budget Analysis
A forecast was made for 9-1-1 center operations, new radio system maintenance and
operations, and eventual radio system replacement based on the following assumptions:
• Higher assessed values are forecast for the next few years.
• 2.5% annual CPI growth.
• 6% annual medical cost growth.
• 24% PERS rates in 2020 and beyond.
• 94%property tax collection rate.
The table below shows the projected levy rate necessary to support the budget forecast for
each year through 2030 using the assessed value assumption in the first line.
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
AV Forecast by Year 4.50% 4.25% 4.00% 3.75% 3.50% 3.25% 3.00%
Total Rate Forecast 0.3823 � 0.4169 0.4131 0.4233 0.4206 0.4199 0.4203
Change 0.0205 0.0551 0.0513 0.0615 0.0588 0.0581 0.0585
2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
AV Forecast by Year 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00%
Total Rate Forecast 0.4208 0.4213 0.4219 0.4225 0.4232 0.4240 0.4248
Change 0.0590 0.0595 0.0601 0.0607 0.0614 0.0622 0.0630
IV. Conclusion
The forecast above indicates the proposed permanent funding rate of $.425 per thousand
dollars of taxable assessed will sustain the District well into the future.