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COMMISSIONERS
1300 NW Wall Street, Bend, Oregon
(541) 388-6570
Recorded in Deschutes County
Nancy Blankenship; County Clerk
Commissioners' Journal
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WORK SESSION MINUTES
1:30 PM MONDAY, August 20, 2018 ALLEN CONFERENCE ROOM
Present were Commissioners Tammy Baney, Phil Henderson and Anthony DeBone. Also present were
Tom Anderson, County Administrator; Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator; David Doyle, County
Counsel; and Sharon Keith, Board Executive Assistant. Several citizens and representatives of the media
were in attendance.
CALL TO ORDER: Chair DeBone called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Harper Bridge Update
Chris Doty, Road Department and Whitney Hale Public Information Officer
presented the update for options at Harper Bridge. Ms. Hale commented on
the research done by prior Administrative Intern Chris Ogren. Activity at
Harper Bridge causes traffic congestion and trespassing. Additional
information and comment has been provided by residents and neighbors
that live around the site. Mr. Doty presented concepts for parking solutions.
If receiving authorization for the plan, it could be completed prior to the peak
season next year. The cost estimate is $205,000. The Board expressed
support of managing safety. Commissioner Henderson commented on an
area near Hood River where the road was widened and suggested maybe
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considering widening the road. Creating the parking space and widening the
road would require a purchase of 20 feet of right of way. County
Administrator reported on conversations with the Sunriver Owners
Association regarding this project. Commissioner Henderson suggested a
conversation with the SROA on the parking concept and river access.
Commissioner DeBone talked of the river trail alliance and the need for
safety improvements. Commissioner Baney suggested meeting with the
Sunriver Owners Association Board and inquired on public safety
enforcement. Commissioner Henderson inquired if a traffic count has ever
been done. County Administrator Anderson will contact the SROA Board to
schedule a meeting for discussion.
Kevin Larkin, official with US Forest Service was present and spoke on access
points off Forest Service land. This corridor has remarkable value filled with
scenery, wildlife, and recreation. The Board expressed a possible
partnership with the Forest Service for safe access options.
Other: Follow-up from the Business Meeting:
Jacob Ripper, Community Development Department presented the revised
Document No. 2018-590 Decision relative to the appeal of an approved conditional
use permit to establish a nonfarm dwelling in the Exclusive Farm Use Zone from
this morning's business meeting.
BANEY: Move approval
HENDERSON: Second
VOTE: BANEY: Yes
HENDERSON: Yes
DEBONE: Chair votes yes. Motion Carried
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2. Community Justice Department Facilities Utilization
Community Justice Director Ken Hales presented a public safety campus
facilities plan. Mr. Hales reviewed the current building and pointed out areas
that need improvement for safety and operational efficiencies. Lee Randall
Facilities Manager reported on items the department has been working on
and will report on the progress within the next few months. Mr. Randall
commented on the condition and structure of the building.
3. Refinancing of County Debt
Wayne Lowry, Finance Director reported on outstanding debt. The debt
service is found in the budget.
Issuance 2008A issue is the original Oregon State Police/911 bond for $9.6
million for 20 years. $5.5 million is outstanding. The proceeds were used to
fund the construction of the OSP/911 Center. Mr. Lowry feels a refinance
would make sense. The OSP lease payment funds much of the debt service
each year with 911 paying the remainder, approximately $250,000 per year.
Issuance 2009A issue was issued for $3.2 million for 20 years. $1.8 is
outstanding. The proceeds were used to purchase property and a building
at the public safety campus. The building was razed and used as a part of
the Sheriff's complex parking lot. Mr. Lowry feels a refinance would make
sense as well.
A resolution will come back before the Board to consider authorization. The
Board discussed the options of paying off the debt verses refinancing. Mr.
Lowry will provide comparisons of both options.
RECESS: At the time of 3:00 p.m., the Board took a recess and the meeting
reconvened at 3:03 p.m.
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COMMISSIONER UPDATES:
• Commissioner Baney noted she has travel plans and was not planning to be
present at Wednesday's Business Meeting however due to timing of the
KCDG decision, she will modify her plans and be present for the beginning of
the meeting.
OTHER ITEMS:
• Chairs for Barnes Sawyer. Staff acknowledged that two chairs at the dais in
Barnes and Sawyer are broken, and all of them are 14 years old. Erik Kropp
Deputy County Administrator presented four options for new chairs for the
Board to consider. Commissioner Baney suggested blue fabric to be match
our logo. The Board suggested having samples of the models brought in.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
At the time of 3:09 the Board went into Executive Session under ORS 192.660 (2) (h)
Litigation. The Board came out of Executive Session at 4:13 p.m.
RECESS: At the time of 4:13 p.m. the Board took a short recess and reconvened the
meeting at 4:20 p.m.
OTHER ITEMS:
• Campus Security: The Board inquired why the Sheriff's Office Deputy that is
providing campus security staff person is located down the BOCC hall and
not stationed in the lobby area.
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• Legal Department Remodel: Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator and
Lee Randall Facilities Manager presented a diagram of the proposed Legal
Counsel remodel. This plan would reroute the general traffic into a current
meeting room in the Assessor's Office. Judith Ure's Management Analyst
office would move to the current Legal Copy Room and Admin would lose an
office to the Assessor's Office. Traffic would be rerouted around the Legal
Department. There would be one less office in the Administrative suite. The
Special Projects office would go to the Assessor's Office. The funds would
come from the capital projects fund. Commissioner Baney expressed the
importance of the added ability to have confidential conversations within the
Legal department. Commissioner Henderson feels this design creates a
better flow and adds privacy. Commissioner DeBone expressed support as
well. The estimated cost is $50,000 to $100,000 based on options for sound
barriers, electrical, and fire sprinkler adjustments. The estimated time frame
is three months. The remodel would be done in segments and the noisy
construction would be done after hours similar to the remodel of the Clerk's
Office. This remodel will allow for future expansion.
ADJOURN
Being no further items to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 4:38 p.m.
DATED this ,Ve Day of
Commissioners.
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WORK SESSION AGENDA
DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
1:30 PM, MONDAY, AUGUST 20, 2018
Allen Conference Room - Deschutes Services Building, 2ND Floor - 1300 NW Wall Street - Bend
Work Session, which are open to the public, allow the Board to gather information and give direction to staff.
Public comment is not normally accepted. Written minutes are taken for the record
Pursuant to ORS 192.640, this agenda includes a list of the main topics that are anticipated to be considered or
discussed. This notice does not limit the Board's ability to address other topics.
Meetings are subject to cancellation without notice.
CALL TO ORDER
ACTION ITEMS
1. Harper Bridge Update - Whitney Hale, Public Information Officer
2. Community Justice Department Facilities Utilization - Ken Hales, CommunityJustice
Director
3. Refinancing of County Debt - Wayne Lowry, Finance Director/Treasurer
COMMISSIONER'S UPDATES
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At any time during the meeting an executive session could be called to address issues relating to ORS
192.5660(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 public.
Board of Commissioners Work Session Agenda
Monday, August 20, 2018 Page 1 of 2
OTHER ITEMS
These can be any items not included on the agenda that the Commissioners with to discuss as part of the
meeting pursuant to ORS 192.640.
ADJOURN
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activities. To request this information in an alternate format please call (541) 617-4747.
FUTURE MEETINGS:
Additional meeting dates available at www.deschutes.or:/meetin:calendar
Meeting dates and times are subject to change. If you have question, please call (541) 388-6572.
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AGENDA REQUEST & STAFF REPORT
For Board of Commissioners Work Session of August 20, 2018
DATE: July 23, 2018
FROM: Whitney Hale, Administrative Services, 541-330-4640
TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM:
Harper Bridge Update
ATTENDANCE: Chris Doty, Road Department; Whitney Hale, Administrative Services
SUMMARY: Staff will present parking and safety options for the Board's consideration.
TO: The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
FROM: Deschutes County Road Department / Deschutes County Administration
DATE: August 15, 2018
SUBJECT: Harper Bridge Update
BACKGROUND
South County's Harper Bridge boat launch is (and has been for years) a popular destination for
locals and visitors to access and float the Deschutes River. Its popularity, combined with a lack of
established parking, has caused traffic congestion and parking issues on Spring River Road and has
sparked concern over pedestrian safety, degradation of the river bank and trespassing on nearby
private property.
On June 6, the Board had a preliminary discussion about the history of the Harper Bridge site.
Administrative Services Intern Chris Ogren presented a history of the site and highlighted five
potential options for Board consideration, including:
• Maintaining the status quo
• Restricting access to the site by placing barriers on the shoulders of Spring River Road and
leaving a small loading zone
• Restricting access to the site and pursuing the feasibility of a shuttle that would run from a
nearby parking lot to the bridge
• Pursuing a lease agreement with the Sunriver Owners Association or Crosswater to build a
parking lot near the bridge
• Building a parallel parking area along Spring River Road
At the conclusion of the June 15 work session, the commissioners asked staff to solicit additional
feedback from key stakeholders about community and safety concerns and the five options listed
above. They also asked that the Road department bring back additional information about potential
safety improvements in the area.
STAKEHOLDER FEEDBACK
Prior to the conclusion of his internship, Chris Ogren contacted key stakeholders and asked them to
provide feedback on the Harper Bridge report and the options that were outlined in it. A complete
version of the public comment that was received has been provided to the Board. A summary is also
attached (Appendix 1).
PARKING / SAFETY OPTIONS
In 2015, the Road Department developed a parking lot concept in which two parking lots would be
constructed on each side of Spring River Road within the open space/buffer areas of the Sunriver
Owners Association (north side) and Crosswater Owners Association/Sunriver Resort (south side). After
several discussions with each entity, it became clear that this concept contained potential
insurmountable hurdles to development due to the difficulty in acquiring common area as well as the
impact to the adjacent properties associated with elimination of buffer area.
In 2016 another alternative was developed consisting of a widening of Spring River Road to
accommodate improved parallel parking spaces to create more space for vehicles to park without
occupying the adjacent bike or travel lane. In this concept, additional paved width will provide a buffer
to the bike lane such that car doors will not open into the bike lane as well as provide additional buffer
for pedestrians to the travel lane.
The concepts will be presented and discussed in a PowerPoint presentation (attached).
NEXT STEPS
Staff seeks Board direction on next steps:
• Public meeting to gain further input
• Specific outreach to specified entities
• Selection of parking option
• Other
SUMMARY OF STAKEHOLDER FEEDBACK
(APPENDIX 1)
Sunriver Service District
• Harper Bridge is outside of Sunriver Service District's jurisdiction. Requested parking
enforcement will require additional resources.
Crosswater HOA
• Prefers a relocation of the launch site but understand the difficulties associated with the
solution.
• The report minimizes the ongoing concern of both Crosswater and SROA residents about the
noise generated from the strips, which is close to a bald eagle nest. From a Crosswater
standpoint, complaints about the rumble strips have not dissipated. Crosswater HOA has
consistently and strongly argued that the strips should be removed. Crosswater's understanding
is that once a permanent solution is implemented, the rumble strips will be removed.
• Page 6 of the report stated that the area was never formally recognized as a public boat launch
area. The launch access was formally required and approved by the County as a written
condition of the development of Crosswater.
• Bridge jumping is popular, which is unsafe since jumps are blind to any watercraft heading north
on the river and coming under the bridge. Bridge modifications should prevent jumping.
• Provided clarifications on which entities would be involved in potential leasing of land and/or
easements. A lease provision with Crosswater HOA would be very difficult due to governing
document requirements/procedures for entering into a lease regarding land. For Crosswater
HOA, the easement route has been discussed.
Sunriver Chamber
• Believes public safety has become a serious issues and far outweighs the recreational benefits
the site offers and that the use of alcohol and marijuana by some river users exacerbates safety
problems. Would like to see the following safety concerns addressed:
o Prohibiting consumption of alcohol on the river
o Use of life jackets
o Use of "approved" water craft and/or flotation devices
• Recommends that the BOCC close the Harper Bridge site and/or pursue launch facilities with
other public and private land owners (including the USFS)
• Believes that other options (adding parallel parking or considering a shuttle option) do not
resolve safety problems
• Believes staff should expand scope to include a larger stretch of river (Wickiup to Lava Lands).
SROA
• Believes the report that was presented to the BOCC in early June appears overly suppositional,
lacks essential facts and data and contains omissions, inaccuracies and mis-representations
including:
o A photo of a posted 35 mph speed limit sign that conflicts with the report's text, which
calls out a 30 mph zone for the area
o The omission of the 2014joint stakeholder Harper Bridge River Access Taskforce report
o The omission of the County's tentative plat approvals relative to the Crosswater
development.
• Indicates that in order to provide feedback on proposed options, it would be necessary to
understand the BOCC's primary goals and objectives.
• If vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian safety is the highest priority, then using the immediate Harper
Bridge area in its current condition or through improvement may not be achievable. There is no
means of providing a safe and adequately -sized recreational facility in the immediate area.
• Would like to see discussions address where floaters would exit the river. Sunriver experiences a
significant amount of trespass and degradation along its 5 -plus miles of river frontage.
• SROA property owners and guests staying at the Resort can use a river shuttle. Sunriver is not
contributing to the negative impact upon the current Harper Bridge area.
• The best time to establish a safe and adequately sized recreational facility in the area would
have been in 1992-93 before the recording of Crosswater's final plat.
• Believes that addressing parking issues is not a sufficient solution
• Supports restricting access to the site or pursuing the option of a shuttle
• SROA has invested in development of its own boat launch and shuttle services so as to not
exacerbate matters on Spring River Road and downstream. SROA also manages the
maintenance of the canoe takeout road (Forest Service Road 600) that is open to the public.
USFS
• Looks forward to engaging in the discussion of how proposed actions might be implemented.
Feedback from Residents
• Staff received many submissions from residents who live near the Harper Bridge site. Each
submission is included in in the record that has been provided to the Board.
Upper Deschutes River Coalition
• The Upper Deschutes River Coalition (UDRC) has not taken a position on possible boat launch
areas.
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AGENDA REQUEST & STAFF REPORT
For Board of Commissioners Work Session of August 20, 2018
FROM: Ken Hales, Juvenile Community Justice, 541-317-3115
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Community Justice Department Facilities Utilization
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AGENDA REQUEST & STAFF REPORT
For Board of Commissioners Work Session of August 20, 2018
DATE: August 15, 2018
FROM: Wayne Lowry, Finance, 541-388-6559
TITLE OF AGENDA ITEM:
Refinancing of County Debt
RECOMMENDATION & ACTION REQUESTED:
The County has two outstanding bond issues that can be called at any time making them
candidates for either payoff or refinancing at lower interest rates.
This item will be a discussion of the various alternatives for refinancing this debt.
ATTENDANCE: Wayne Lowry, Finance Director/Treasurer
SUMMARY: The County has two outstanding debt issues that can be called at any time
making them candidates for either payoff or refinancing at lower interest rates.
The first is series 2008A. This bond was issued for $9,635,000 in 2008 for twenty years at
interest rates ranging from 3.5% to 4.625%. $5,580,000 is outstanding and can be refinanced.
The proceeds from the bond were used to fund the construction of the OSP/911 center facility.
The OSP lease funds the majority of the debt service each year with 911 paying the remainder
estimated at $250,000 per year. A reduction in the interest cost of this debt would benefit the
911 center and the general fund by an estimated annual reduction of $50,000 per year.
The second is series 2009A.. This bond was issued for $3,215,000 in 2009 for twenty years at
interest rates of 3.0% to 4.45%. $1,805,000 is outstanding and can be refunded. The
proceeds from this bond were used to buy property and a building at the public safety campus.
The building has been razed and the land is part of the Sheriffs complex parking lot. The debt
service on this bond issue is paid totally by the general fund. This bond could be refinanced at
lower interest rates but because it is an obligation of the general fund, it makes sense to pay if
off using the general county reserve fund rather than refinance it with lower interest bonds.
Interest savings if the remainder of the debt was paid off is estimated at just over $400,000
through 2028.
Wayne will lead a discussion of alternatives for both of these outstanding bond issues and
seek direction from the Board on the refinancing of this debt.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT DATED DECEMBER 23, 2008
Deschutes County, Oregon
Full Faith and Credit Obligations,
$9,635,000 Series 2008 A
DATED: Date of delivery
DUE: June 1, as shown below
MOODY'S RATING — Aa2 (insured); Al (underlying). See "Rating and Insurance" herein.
BOOK -ENTRY ONLY SYSTEM —The Deschutes County, Oregon Full Faith and Credit Obligations, $9,635,000, Series 2008 A
(the "Obligations") will be issued as fully registered obligations under a book -entry only system and will be registered in the
name of Cede & Co., as Obligations owner and nominee for The Depository Trust Company ("DTC"). DTC will act as initial
securities depository for the Obligations. Individual purchases of the Obligations will be made in book -entry form, in the
denomination of $5,000 or any integral multiple thereof. Purchasers will not receive certificates representing their interest in
the Obligations purchased.
PURPOSE—Deschutes County, Oregon (the "County") executes the Financing Agreement to fund the construction of a building
that will house the regional office for the Oregon State Police and a new office/dispatch space for the 9-1-1 Emergency
Dispatch Center (the "Project"); and to pay for the costs issuance of the Obligations.
PRINCIPAi. AND INTEREST PAYMENTS—Interest on the Obligations will be paid on June 1, 2009 and semiannually thereafter
on December 1 and June 1 of each year to the maturity or earlier redemption of the Obligations. Principal of and interest on
the Obligations will be payable to the persons in whose names such Obligations are registered (the Beneficial Owner"), at
the address appearing upon the registration books on the 151, day of the month preceding a payment date. The principal of
and interest on the Obligations will be payable by the County's Paying Agent, currently Union Bank of California, N.A., to
DTC which, in turn, will remit such principal and interest to the DTC participants for subsequent disbursement to the
Beneficial Owners of the Obligations.
REDEMPTION—The Obligations are subject to optional redemption as described herein. See "Optional Redemption" herein.
BOND INSURANCE— The scheduled payment of principal of and interest on the Obligations when due will be guaranteed
under a financial guaranty insurance policy to be issued concurrently with the de ivory of the Obligations by Assured
Guaranty Corp.
ASSURED
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SECURITY—The Obligations represent undivided ownership interests in the principal and interest payments due from the
County under the Financing Agreement, as defined herein (the "Financing Payments"). The full faith and credit of the
County are pledged to the payment of the Financing Payments. The County will use the limited taxing power available to it
under the law which is necessary to generate funds sufficient to snake alFinancing Payments, subject to the limitations
bprovided in Article XI, Sections 11 and 11.11 of the Oregon Constitution and any limitations which may hereafter be imposed
y law. The obligation of the County to make the Financing Payments is absolute and unconditional, and shall not be subject
to annual appropriation. The Owners of the Obligations do not have a lien or security interest in the Project financed with the
proceeds of the Obligations. The Obligations do not constitute a debt or indebtedness of the State of Oregon, or any political
subdivision thereof other than the County.
TAX EXEMPTION --In the opinion of k&I. Gates LLP, Portland, Oregon, Special Counsel, assuming compliance with certain
covenants of the County, the interest component of Financing Payments that is paid to owners of the Obligations ("Interest")
is excluded from gross income for federal incomme tax purposes under existing taw. Interest is not an item of tax preference
for purposes of either individual or corporate alternative minimum tax. Interest may be indirectly subject to corporate
alternative minimum tax and certain other taxes imposed on certain corporations. in the opinion of Special Counsel, Interest
is exempt from Oregon personal income tax under existing law.
The County has designated the Financing Agreement as a "qualified tax-exempt obligation" for purposes of Section
265(B)(3)(l) of the Code. See "Tax Matters" for a discussion of the opinion of Special Counsel.
DELIVERY—The Obligations are offered when as, and if issued and sold by the County and accepted by the Underwriter,
subject to the final approving legal opinion of K&L Gates LLP, Portland, Oregon ("Special Counsel"). It is expected that the
Obligations will be available for delivery to the Paying Agent for Fast Automated Securities Transfer on behalf of DTC, on or
about December 30, 2008,
THIS COVER PAGE CONTAINS CERTAIN INFORMATION FOR QUICK REFERENCE ONLY. IT IS NOTA SUMMARY OF THE ISSUE. INVESTORS MUST
READ THE ENTIRE OFFICIAL STATEMENT TO OBTAIN INFORMATION ESSENTIAL TO THE MAKING OF AN INFORMED INVESTMENT DECISION.
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OFFICIAL STATEMENT DATED MARCH 31, 2009
Deschutes County, Oregon
Full Faith and Credit Obligations,
$3,215,000 Series 2009 A
DATED: Date of delivery DUE: June 1, as shown below
MOODY'S RATING— Aa2 (insured); Al (underlying). See "Rating and Insurance" herein.
BOOK -ENTRY ONLY SYSTEM—The Deschutes County, Oregon Full Faith and Credit Obligations, $3,215,000, Series 2009 A
(the "Obligations") will be issued as fully registered obligations under a book -entry only system and will be registered in the
name of Cede & Co., as Obligations owner and nominee for The Depository Trust Company ("DTC"). DTC will act as initial
securities depository for the Obligations. Individual purchases of the Obligations will be made in book -entry form, in the
denomination of $5,000 or any integral multiple thereof. Purchasers will not receive certificates representing their interest in
the Obligations purchased.
PURPOSE—Deschutes County, Oregon (the "County") executes the Financing Agreement to fund the purchase and remodeling
of an office building to house the County's Parole and Probation Department; (the "Project") and to pay for the costs issuance
of the Obligations.
PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST PAYMENTS—Interest on the Obligations will be paid on December 1, 2009 and semiannually
thereafter on December 1 and June 1 of each year to the maturity or earlier redemption of the Obligations. Principal of and
interest on the Obligations will be payable to the persons in whose names such Obligations are registered (the ' Beneficial
Owner"), at the address appearingupon the registration books on the 1511) day of the month preceding a payment date. The
principal of and interest on the Obligations will bepayable by the County's Paying Agent, currently Union Bank, N.A., to
DTC which, in turn, will remit such principal and interest to the DTC participants for subsequent disbursement to the
Beneficial Owners of the Obligations.
REDEMPTION—The ObliDations are subject to optional redemption and mandatory redemption as described herein. See
"Optional Redemption and "Mandatory Redemption" herein.
BOND INSURANCE— The scheduled payment of principal of and interest on the Obligations when due will be guaranteed
under a financial guaranty insurance policy to be issued concurrently with the delivery of the Obligations by Assured
Guaranty Corp.
ASSURED
GUARANTY.
SECURITY—The Obligations represent undivided ownership interests in the principal and interest payments due from the
County under the Financing Agreement, as defined herein (the "Financing Payments"). The full faith and credit of the
County are pledged to the payment of the Financing Payments. The County will use the limited taxing; power available to it
under the law which is necessary to generate funds sufficient to make all Financing Payments, subject to the limitations
provided in Article X1, Sections 11 and lib of the Oregon Constitution and any limitations which niay hereafter be imposed
by law. The obligation of the County to make the Financing Payments is absolute and unconditional, and shall not be subject
to annual appropriation. The Owners of the Obligations do not have a lien or security interest in the Project financed with the
proceeds of the Obligations. The Obligations do not constitute a debt or indebtedness of the State of Oregon, or any political
subdivision thereof other than the County,
TAX EXEMPTION—in the opinion of K&L Gates LLP, Portland, Oregon, Special Counsel, assuming compliance with certain
covenants of the County, the interest component of Financing Payments that is paid to owners of the Obligations ("Interest")
is excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes under existing law. Interest on the Bonds is not an item of tax
preference for purposes of the federal alternative minimum tax imposed on individuals and corporations and is not included
in adjusted current earnings for the purpose of computing the federal alternative minimum tax imposed on certain
corporations. In the opinion of Special Counsel, interest is exempt from Oregon personal income tax under existing law.
The County has designated the Financing Agreement as a "qualified tax-exempt obligation" for purposes of Section
265(13)(3)(B) of the Code. See "Tax Matters' for a discussion of the opinion of Special Counsel.
DELIVERY— The Obligations are offered when as, and if issued and sold by the County and accepted by the Underwriter,
subject to the final approving legal opinion of KM. Gates LLP, Portland, Oregon ("Special Counsel"). it is expected that the
Obligations will be available for delivery to the Paying Agent for Fast Automated Securities Transfer on behalf of DTC, on or
about April 9, 2009.
THIS COVER PAGE CONTAINS CERTAIN INFORMATION FOR QUICK REFERENCE ONLY. IT IS NOTA SUMMARY OF THE ISSUE. INVESTORS MUST
READ THE ENTIRE OFFICIAL STATEMENT TO OBTAIN INFORMATION ESSENTIAL TO THE MAKING OF AN INFORMED INVESTMENT DECISION.
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