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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-08-18 Business Meeting MinutesDeschutes 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, AUGUST 18, 2008 Commissioners' Hearing Room - Administration Building - 1300 NW Wall St., Bend Present were Commissioners Dennis R. Luke, Michael M Daly and Tammy Melton. Also present were Dave Kanner, County Administrator; Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator; Mark Pilliod and Laurie Craghead, Legal Counsel; Tom Blust, Road Department; Scot Langton, Assessor; and approximately thirty other citizens, including representatives of the media. Chair Luke opened the meeting at 10:00 a.m. 1. Before the Board was Citizen Input. None was offered. 2. Before the Board was a Public Hearing (continued from August 13) and Consideration of Signature of Order No. 2008 -076, Forming the Bend Area Transportation District and Placing a Measure on the November 4, 2008 Ballot. Laurie Craghead said that the City needed more time to meet with Deschutes River Woods residents; and there were problems with the map and legal description not matching The City had to rework the legal description and maps, but the Department of Revenue indicated they are still not completely correct. Frank Pennock of Deschutes River Woods said that the City held a meeting there; 2,600 cards were sent out to residents and about 35 people attended the meeting, including speakers. There was to be a "pro" and "con" discussion at that meeting; however, no one was there to speak against it. Therefore, the vote in November will be the deciding factor. He would like to be able to proceed quickly with education of the public on this issue. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 1 of 12 Pages Carvie Burge of Deschutes River Woods testified that he was told that the Pennocks are the President and Vice President of the Association, but they have not been for some time. He was also told that there were fifty to sixty people there and some testified against the issue. He has concerns with the transportation district issue. He wants to know why the City has this system when it is inadequate, and graffiti goes up when there is public transit. Not enough time has been given to prepare for this. Commissioner Luke said that there have been numerous hearings and a lot of publicity, and nothing has been hidden from the public. The reason this is now before the Commissioners is that this is a special district and has to be put on the ballot by the County. Mr. Burge said that the notifications were mailed out just two days before the meeting. Mr. Pennock said that they were mailed on Monday for the Thursday meeting. Commissioner Melton stated that the City had adequate time for this. Ms. Craghead stated that the Board had asked that the City have a meeting in Deschutes River Woods, but they had a hard time finding a large enough location. Commissioner Daly asked if Mr. Burge was at the meeting. Mr. Burge said that Stan Martineau attended and gave him feedback on the meeting. Commissioner Melton asked if there is some information available on what actually happened at the meeting. Commissioner Luke stated that there won't be a lot of time available to get this on the ballot. Mr. Burge said that there won't be a lot of users of the transit system and the tax impacts would be negative. He thinks bus service is a waste of money. Commissioner Luke stated that all public transit is subsidized but necessary. Ms. Craghead stated that only the formation of the district would be on the ballot; the actual routes and services would be defined later. There has to be a finding that areas that can be served are to be included. She said that it has to be shown that the area cannot be served to be able to exclude it. Commissioner Daly said that he spent a day as disabled for the day and learned a lot. The disabled community depends heavily on public transportation. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 2 of 12 Pages Commissioner Melton said that she wants to see the City more involved and the maps have to be correct. She won't send this forward on Monday if things are not yet right. Commissioner Luke stated that the election is the way for people to indicate whether they want to fund this service. The hearing was continued to the Monday, August 25 business meeting. 3. Before the Board was a Public Hearing (continued from August 6 and 13), and Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2008 -025, Making Certain Determinations and Findings Relating to and Approving the Bend Municipal Airport Urban Renewal Plan (Plan and Report). Mr. Kanner said that John Russell of the City was requested to attend, but that there is no new information to add at this point. Chair Luke opened the public hearing. Commissioner Melton asked if City staff is considered staff for this issue to be discussed with the Board. Mr. Kanner said they are not. Mr. Gisler provided written testimony at this time. He said that he has never seen a fire district oppose such a district. He obtained minutes of the Fire District minutes but did not see where they were allowed to speak for the group. Some have testified before the Board, but it was unclear if they were speaking for themselves. He would like to have their testimony stricken. Commissioner Luke noted his comments but said testimony will not be removed. Mr. Gisler said that the lost revenue would be substantial. He went into detail on the points indicated in his letter. (A copy is attached for reference.) Commissioner Melton said as they balance services of Deschutes County, she wants to be sure that this is not dictated by companies; also, the urban renewal funds cannot be used for personnel purposes. There are other districts that will be coming before the Board that need to be considered as well. Tom Filcich, a resident of Nottingham Square, stated he is disappointed on how money gets spent. He is opposed to the transit system, and thinks that someone someday will want buses going out the airport. Therefore, he opposed the expansion of the Bend airport since there is one in Redmond. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 3 of 12 Pages He hears the planes when they go over his house. A tower would help regulate the planes but he is starting to hear small jet noise over his house. This is an intrusion into his neighborhood. It is disappointing to see the City and County approve an expanded airport. That, and Juniper Ridge and the bus system are before their times. Things should be left as they are. He doesn't want small towns to expand. Commissioner Luke explained that the urban renewal district is set to attract more business, not necessarily to expand the airport. He has not seen plans to do this. Mostly it is to increase the infrastructure. The Urban Renewal Board will address these questions when they arise in the future. Carvie Burge said he was a private pilot for many years, and feels people shouldn't gripe unless you are willing to help. General aviation has been negatively impacted over the years. There is a declining base of private pilots in the country. He feels that much should be in private enterprise hands instead of using public dollars. The same goes for Juniper Ridge, which he feels should have been sold to private enterprise years ago. He feels that improvements should be done with private dollars and government should provide just for the public safety and essential services. Mr. Burge asked if the hangars are owned publicly or privately. Scot Langton, Assessor, said the City does long term leases that do end up on the tax rolls. Commissioner Luke closed the public hearing at this time. Commissioner Melton said that she feels development will still occur without this taking place. They would have to go through the same process as anyone else. There is an enterprise zone there that offers some assistance. Her biggest concern is the master plan and she feels that the cart is before the horse. She wants to know what they are aiming for now. She asked if a control tower will enhance job creation, although it could be a safety issue. She is concerned about the proximity of Redmond's Airport. She does not want to put something in place just to have to amend it later. She is worried about a lot of suggested changes that are not tied to job creation, and would like to see the amendments to the plan done ahead of time. Commissioner Daly stated that he understands her concerns but looks at it differently. There are two major employers at the airport now, and those employees continue to work in the current poor economy. This is a clean, highly technical business. EDCO is given $100M a year to attract businesses just like these. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 4 of 12 Pages He added that the Plan includes some improvements that would enhance use by pilots and are safety related. There is a lot of testimony that said that a control tower might help deal with planes flying over residential areas. They can do what they want to do now. Highway improvements need to be made in any case; the roads there are already failing. Either the community wants economic growth or it doesn't. It will not raise taxes but will help these changes happen sooner, especially the safety issues. He hopes these employers stay in the area. Either the community wants them there or it doesn't. Commissioner Luke asked if the closing of the hearing can be rescinded. Mark Pilliod stated that they can reopen the hearing at this time but additional testimony would have to be allowed. Commissioner Luke said that there are not two votes to pass this today. He would like some questions about the master plan answered by the City, and he is disappointed they did not show up today. The master plan will have to be revised, and zone changes are needed. Commissioner Melton said the master plan has not been updated for ten years. She is concerned about the fire protection issue in particular. Other incentives are available to businesses. Commissioner Daly stated that Roger Lee said that the FAA will fund 90% of a control tower, the balance would have to come from other sources. Commissioner Luke said that this funding won't affect taxes. Mr. Kanner said that they would like to capture frozen valuation by January 1, 2009, so the district has to be in place by about this time next year. He said that this does not change anything with regard to zoning changes and land use approvals, including updating the master plan. Urban renewal plans tend to be aspirational rather than directive. It is not a checklist, but say all the things they could potentially do over the next twenty or more years. They pick what items fit best with the needs at the time. It is more like a guide. Commissioner Melton said that once there is a plan, then you look at the tools to achieve what you need to do. The master plan should come first. The FAA dollars are the incentive to work quickly on the master plan. She would like to see a timeline developed on the master plan update. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 5 of 12 Pages Commissioner Daly says he hopes they are not sending a message to local employers that they are not valued and their needs are not going to be met. This type of employment is very good for the area. Mr. Kanner recommended that the hearing be reopened so that City staff can be asked and answer the relevant questions. MELTON: Move that the hearing be reopened. DALY: Second. VOTE: MELTON: Yes. DALY: Yes. LUKE: Chair votes yes. The hearing was recessed until to August 27, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. 4. Before the Board was a Public Hearing and Consideration of Signature of Resolution No. 2008 -119, Submitting to the Voters a Proposed Ordinance to Increase the Transient Room Tax Rate to 9 %. Mr. Kanner said he has had numerous meetings and discussions with COVA (Central Oregon Visitors Association) and others about this issue over time. Some prefer this not be on the ballot; but if it is, that it be phased in over time and that all of the funds be used for tourism promotion. Most would like to see it go to COVA. Commissioner Melton said that she has heard from Brooks Resources and Sunriver Resort, Roger Lee from EDCO, and others, including the fire districts, who think they should receive some. Mike Schiel of the Fair Association and previously of the Fair Board, said that the economic impact of the Fair & Expo Center is huge and vital. Having room tax dollars is significant. They have been working diligently on a reserve fund to keep up with improvements and remodeling as needed. This increase would raise the room tax to that within the cities. The Fair & Expo has received minimal funding in the past. Others in the State receive this funding for operations. The voters supported building the facility and should support a room tax increase in this regard. The County Fair Board has been talking about this for almost ten years. No one chooses not to come to an area to visit based on the room tax, so this should not cause difficulties. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 6 of 12 Pages Commissioner Melton asked if the discussions were about raising the tax or where it was going. Mr. Schiel said both. They talked about the notion but nothing has been presented until now. Commissioner Luke said this is not a short -term fix; just money over time. Some resorts have commitments for 2009. He would like to see contracts signed by certain dates not be affected. Tom Luersen of Sunriver stated that they have been meeting with the County for some time. The economy is such that occupancy and revenues are down. The timing is difficult. Clearly Mr. Kanner's information shows little impact. He suggested a 1% increase that would be staggered starting January 1, 2010. This could be reevaluated as the economy improves. The proposed allocation of funds clearly supports the Fair & Expo Center, but it may not truly meet the rules. This bill does not talk about promotion. Mike Angus of Northland Furniture Company in Bend read a prepared statement. He is concerned about the immediate and long tem effects of this decision. Penny Bennington, who manages property in Sunriver stated that revenue is up, and she does charge a cleaning fee outside the rental rate. The alternative is to charge the owner. Gregg Mindt said he represents over 1,100 members. He feels that 70% of any new taxes should go to tourism. That was the intent of House Bill 2267. Using this for roads does not fit. Commissioner Luke asked if the County does not plow Road 45, does this not affect tourism. Mr. Mindt said they have to stay within the legislative intent of the bill. In regard to the Fair & Expo, they could work more with COVA and perhaps get funds through a grant process if it fits the overall plan. Commissioner Luke pointed out that deferred maintenance is to be avoided. Sunriver invested substantially in the Great Hall and other buildings. The Fair & Expo requires a subsidy. It needs to be kept up or people won't come there. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 7 of 12 Pages Mr Kanner clarified that the legislative intent is clearly behind a conference center, which is by all means tourist related. Todd Davidson, the Director of Tourism for Oregon, said he often gets called upon for his perspective. Statewide conference centers do fit in. The intent is whether it draws tourists. This is defined by a trip of over fifty miles or an overnight stay. The Fairgrounds might meet standards if that is its substantial purpose. Commissioner Luke stated that clearly, many people come from other areas for a number of large events there. Larry Browning of the Sunriver area said he is personally opposed to any increase. He pointed out that there is a lot of outside dollars coming in through Sunriver. He thought the Fair & Expo Center was to be self - supporting. Money for this should come from residents, not tourists. He asked about the RV park. Commissioner Luke said that it is within the City and they get revenue from that. Mr. Browning stated that their industry does not run on hotels or motels. The cities should help if the Fair & Expo needs funding. Commissioner Daly said that he is bothered by the fact that they talk about revenue being down. The Board gets a monthly report on room tax, and it always seems to be going up, and is 6% higher than last year. Mr. Browning replied that the number is probably the same as about four or five years ago and clientele is changing. It has taken a while to get back to this point. Jim Kinney of the Inn of the 7th Mountain said he supports the increase that Mr. Luersen presented. Private industry makes a lot of investments to keep things competitive. Room nights were down in July. Groups are sensitive to rate increases and look at the total package. Getting more business here is good for everyone. He asked what the ballot measure would include. Mr. Kanner replied that the summary is broadly stated to include tourism and facilities, and roads principally used by visitors. The debate is open as to what is tourism related. Commissioner Luke pointed out if they stopped plowing the roads due to lack of funds, that would be a big issue. The Forest Service gets a lot of money from leases but does not pay towards roads. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 8 of 12 Pages Alana Audette, CEO of COVA, stated a partnership with COVA has been ongoing for twenty -eight years successfully. What they do is in the best interest of the economic vitality of the area. Revenue and business are tapering off and declining. Each operator is getting a smaller amount and business is more competitive. Funding dedicated to public safety now that the Sheriff's Office has stable funding should perhaps be redirected. Scott Pence, who has been on the COVA board for eight years, explained his qualifications and said that tourism has many needs. They have never spoken with the Fair & Expo people about this even though the general manager of the Fair & Expo is involved with COVA. He said they should have come to him. Visitors should not be expected to support a local entity like that. The County does not understand their business models or their industry. He is opposed to any increase, especially if it goes towards roads. Mr. Kanner noted that the Board needs to discuss any changes they want soon, as the document has to be in the Clerk's hands by September 4. Chair Luke recessed the hearing until August 27; in the meantime, there will be a work session which will be posted. However, testimony won't be taken at those. The Board can continue to receive e -mails and letters since this is not a land use matter. 5. Before the Board was a Discussion of a Code Interpretation regarding Whether Part of a Subdivision may be Designated as a Boundary for a Proposed Restricted Firearms District. Doreen Biome' said Legal Counsel feels the Board needs to interpret the Code in this regard. Commissioner Luke said the legislator discussions had to do with platted subdivisions. It would be dificult to enforce any other way. Ms. Biome' stated that many of the districts have just one or two individuals in an area that is causing a safety or noise issue. Some people say it is a good idea to restrict an area wherein the problem lies. Perhaps this could be addressed on a noise control basis. Commissioner Luke said that it is against the law to shoot in an unsafe manner now. Ms. Biome' stated that this could be a nuisance in regard to noise and/or an unsafe manner. There are 19 districts already but it is a patchwork area. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 9 of 12 Pages Commissioner Luke said that this is a difficult issue and a lot of interest would be generated. Mr. Biome' stated that the Code is vague and citizens would like clarification as to whether it can be in a subdivision or has to include the entire subdivision. Ms. Craghead said that is it not clear in the Code. The ultimate decision rests with the Board. Commissioner Melton reads this as not applying to detached sections or portions of subdivisions. Commissioner Luke agreed. Before the Board was Consideration of Approval of the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Melton asked to remove the minutes of August 6 from the consent agenda. MELTON: Move approval of the consent agenda as amended. DALY: Second. VOTE: MELTON: Yes. DALY: Yes. LUKE: Chair votes yes. Consent Agenda Items. 6. Approval of Minutes: • Public Hearings: April 9 and April 30 (Sunriver Text Amendment) • Business Meeting: August 6 and 13 • Work Session: June 16, July 7 and 30 CONVENED AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE 9 -1 -1 COUNTY SERVICE DISTRICT 7. Before the Board was Consideration of Approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers for the 9 -1 -1 County Service District in the Amount of $9,309.16. MELTON: Move approval, subject to review. DALY: Second. VOTE: MELTON: Yes. DALY: Yes. LUKE: Chair votes yes. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 10 of 12 Pages CONVENED AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE EXTENSION /4 -H COUNTY SERVICE DISTRICT 8. Before the Board was Consideration of Approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers for the Extension /4 -H County Service District in the Amount of $1,052.62. MELTON: Move approval, subject to review. DALY: Second. VOTE: MELTON: Yes. DALY: Yes. LUKE: Chair votes yes. RECONVENED AS THE DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 9. Before the Board was Consideration of Approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers for Deschutes County in the Amount of $543,696.69. MELTON: Move approval, subject to review. DALY: Second. VOTE: MELTON: Yes. DALY: Yes. LUKE: Chair votes yes. 10. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA None were offered. Being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned at 1:10 p.m. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 11 of 12 Pages DATED this 18th Day of August 2008 for the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. ATTEST: Recording Secretary Dennis R. Luke, anet) elton, Vice Chair M c ael a y, Co missioner Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 12 of 12 Pages BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING REQUEST TO SPEAK Agenda Item of Interest e► '47 6,44,,, Lo -r° is 6-0 Name Date g-11 (1/�) Address / 3 c77? ∎- `6 Ca % V AA, C v rC) ();(,)-7- Phone #s L / `j E -mail address In Favor Neutral /Undecided Submitting written documents as part of testimony? P4, Opposed Yes NI No BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING REQUEST TO SPEAK Agenda Item of Interest / /'% ) Date Name Cif A (,'" Address / i 3 C. c Phone #s y/ E -mail address In Favor o 40Gl,7 Neutral /Undecided Submitting written documents as part of testimony? Opposed Yes IJ No BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING REQUEST TO SPEAK Agenda Item of Interest '77C/A/FariifT76,1/47b,s-' Name Address Phone #s Date/k/ 7 7 62 (-3- 7 .5- 7 E-mail address In Favor (-70 e, • — Neutral/Undecided Submitting written documents as part of testimony? 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Yes Opposed No BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING REQUEST TO SPEAK Agenda Item of Interest 14Sowr+o3 ZOOS -Oct &M Arc Date Name Address pecez,) —To, t cMM15..3t �Att, Ce'c:60 Phone #s 56i- 376 - 50 E -mail address In Favor Neutral/Undecided Submitting written documents as part of testimony? Opposed Yes IA No BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING REQUEST TO SPEAK Agenda Item of Interest ft. Date Name Address Phone #s E-mail address In Favor !, f Neutral/Undecided [9: Opposed Submitting written documents as part of testimony? Yes No August 13, 2008 Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners Deschutes County Urban Renewal Board Courthouse Bend, OR 97701 RE: Proposed Bend Airport Urban Renewal District Dear Madame and Sirs, Please consider this letter as written testimony of Gibson Airpark, LLC in the referenced matter. Gibson Airpark, LLC is the nearest neighbor and only private landowner within the proposed District. The following testimony represents the opinions of Gibson Airpark, LLC. We are very puzzled and disturbed by the testimony of the Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2 Manager and two, yes, two Board members. It is impossible that this much attention from the Fire District can arise from the matter of thirty - something thousand dollars! The one clear impression we get is that there are other agendas involved that have nothing to do with the Fire District. We believe the central gist of the combined testimony of these three is both incorrect and short- sighted. Due to time limitations, we do not have access to the budget figures for the Fire District, but our guess is that the "loss" is a miniscule portion of the total Fire District budget. The modest dollar shortage is very quickly made up and comes back to the Fire District with many, many friends. For example, if (big if) the private lands were to become part of the airport, the land value increase would yield some $200,000 in tax revenues, PER YEAR. If just the private lands were built out with just hangars, the taxes on improvements would yield more than $2.5 Million in tax revenues, PER YEAR. The additional City -owned lands are a large multiple of this figure for improvements. We don't know the millage rate for the Fire District, but there is no doubt that the money comes back fifty -fold or more. In the many years of working with the County and with Districts, we have never seen an Urban Renewal District opposed by the Fire District. We must again question the agenda and motives of the Fire District Board Members. Are these Board Members testifying as private citizens or as the Fire District? You should ask for a copy of the minutes and resolution of the DCRFPD #2 authorizing these people to speak in behalf of the Board. We doubt that such a resolution exists. If they are not speaking in behalf of the Board, then we object to their testimony in its entirety and ask that it be stricken from the record and disregarded as deceptive and a misrepresentation. We do not object to their testimony as individuals, but it would be deceptive to presume that the testimony represents the formal adopted position of the Fire District Board absent written documentation. Cessna A Textron Company July 11, 2008 Deschutes County Community Development Department 117 NW Lafayette Avenue Bend, OR 97701 Subject: File Number PA08 -moot (file number to be provided to Cessna) Dear Sirs and Madames, Cessna's Bend Plant adjoins the subject property at the Bend Airport. The proposed zone change will benefit the Bend Airport and Cessna. Accordingly, please consider this letter an affirmation of our support and join the City of Bend in recommending approval of the referenced proposal. Sincerely, Mark Withrow General Manager; Cessna Bend 541-330 -4100 Office 541- 788 -4654 Ceg jUL 14 2008 Dodos ay CDD Cessna Aircraft Company 22550 Nelson Road. Bend 013 97701, 541318.1144, 541.318.1177 Page 1 of 2 Bonnie Baker From: Nunzie [nunzie @pacifier.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 2:02 AM To: Dennis Luke; Mike Daly; Tammy Melton; Mike Daly Cc: Bonnie Baker Subject: {Spam ?} Bend Airport Urban Renewal Plan Public Hearing Testimony for 8/6/08 agenda 11. Please enter this testimony into the public hearing record RE: 8/6/08 item 11. PUBLIC HEARING and Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2008 -025, Making Certain Determinations and Findings Relating to and Approving the Bend Municipal Airport Urban Renewal Plan (Plan and Report) — Dave Kanner, County Administrator; John Russell, City of Bend http:// www.deschutes.org/boardCalendar /does/ 2567 /8- 6- 08_Board_Mtg_Agenda.pdf http// www.deschutes.org/boardCalendar /docs /2567 /Bend_Airport_Plan.pdf Dear Deschutes County Commissioners: As recent this summer and owing to budget shortfalls at the City of Bend, additional monies were drawn from the City of Bend general fund to keep the Rural Tumalo Fire Station open. Next year, there is an expected increase in budget woes at the City of Bend which could further jeopardise staffing numbers at, hours of operation at and response times from the Tumalo Fire Station which is within the DCR FPD #2 district. There has been mention of closing the fire station if budget shortfalls become so dire. As you know, many rural Tumalo residents rely on the services from the Tumalo Fire Station which substantially improve the quality of life for response times for fire, life and safety and within 5 miles of the Tumalo Fire Station for reduced fire insurance premiums and reduced health insurance premiums. The Bend Airport Urban Renewel Plan you are taking public testimony on today will limit the revenues from new development within the DCRFPD #2, and should the program be successful to generate growth within this boundary, it will increase the demand on the Rural Fire District to provide more intense coverage, since what is propose i is to generate more buildings, more occupants, more traffic. (All without a tax revenue stream to the Fire District From these new improvements). Add to this the current economic downturn and foreclosure woes and it is quite conceivable that revenue collection rates and monies collected by the Rural Fire District will be less than in previous years and that property owners will appeal tax increases factored for this and/or future years. I encourage the Commission to provide a stable base for services for fire, ambulance and emergency personnel. It is not adequate to ask a portion of the rural fire district to accept reduced levels of service or hours of operation or staffing of for instance the Tumalo Fire Hall in order to provide adequate response time for an expanding density especially if this expansion is capping revenue to the Rural Fire District #2. Whilst I do see identified in page 7 of the Urban Renewel Plan item F. 1. "Construct Emergency Services Facility ", I do not see where the funding for this new facility will be coming from, whether there is support from the DCRFPD #2 Board for such a facility and / or what assurance the City of Bend will offer that existing levels of service, staffing numbers, equipment, hours of fire station operation and response times will be guarranteed to the existing members of the fire district at the existing infrastructure locations. If the City of Bend is expecting the Rural Fire District to subsedize the City's expansion, (since the City's Url-an Renewel District collects added revenue whilst the Rural Fire District would not see revenues on any new construction for 24 years), it seems only a matter of time before the Rural Fire District will be increasing rate ; to offset the increased needs of such new service and emergency services facility. In this case, it would appear hat members of the DCRFPD #2 should be voting on this matter of financial implication. What assurance will Deschutes County give your existing tax payers to protect our current levels of emergen y services prior to expanding demand on our services without adequate revenues to fund such an expansion? Thank you in advance for answering my question and for listening to my concerns. Several of these issues h .ve been identified in correspondance since June 2008 between DCRFPD #2 Board, the Tashman Johnson LLC 8/20/2008 Page 2 of 2 consultants and the City of Bend and yet do not appear in your informational links. Nunzie Gould, member of DCRFPD #2 19845 JW Brown Rd Bend, OR 97701 541- 420 -3325 8/20/2008 Page 1 of 1 Bonnie Baker From: Dave Kanner Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 9:48 AM To: Bonnie Baker Subject: FW: Airport urban renewal Bonnie - The following e-mail should be entered in the record of the public hearing on the Airport Urban Renewal Mal t From: John Russell [mailto:JRussell@ci.bend.or.us] Sent: Thursday, August 07, 2008 3:29 PM To: Dave Kanner Cc: Tom Fay Subject: Airport urban renewal Dave: Tom Fay and I agree on modifying the title of the emergency services facility in the airport plan as shown be ow. Please enter the new language in the public hearing record. Construct Emergency Services Facility (Type and Location to be determined). Thanks in advance, jr John R. Russell, AICP Director Urban Renewal /Economic Development City of Bend PO Box 431 710 NW Wall St. Bend, OR 97709 phone - 541-312-4913 fax - 541- 385 -6676 8/20/2008 August 8, 2008 RE: Urban Renewal at the Bend Airport Dear Commissioner, I am writing today as we will not be in town next Wednesday to comment on this issue. We am against the urban renewal plan. We believe there are many issues but those should be addressed in the EA plan and on the updating of the county comprehensive zone plan. Some background on us. My husband and I are both second or more generation Oregonians. We love the state and beautiful Central Oregon moving to the Bend area in 1983. After much research we purchased the property we are on in 1989 as our retirement home. The research included the airport and projected growth of such. We were told that the airport would always remain a small airport serving only the needs of the hobby pilot. There were no plans of ever having any commercial interests there. The Redmond airport was the major one and since there was so much buildup of homes any other commercial aspect not handled by Redmond would be best served by Prineville. That unfortunately has changed over the years as the area has grown and we have adapted to the major increase of traffic on Powell Butte Highway... to the point where we plan when we leave so we can get out of our driveway. We are very concerned with the talk of adding even more employees to the airport as we already have enough traffic at peak times. We are also VERY concerned that in the airport Environmental Analysis, AFTER I brought it to their attention, that the intersection with Powell Butte Hwy and Neff/Alfalfa Market was never studied. That to us is a glaring omission that they wish to avoid since the intersection is so deadly. The meaning here to us is that the airport only wishes to avoid anything that might hinder their development and they don't give a dang about the safety of Deschutes County citizens. Now, addressing the urban renewal district which is just funding. We believe that it is a hidden tax on the residence of Deschutes County to primarily fund two private industries... Cessna and Epic Air. The Bend Airport tells us that there are no major impacts with creating an urban renewal district but we all know that funding has to come from somewhere and our county government services will take a major hit... just as the Bend Rural Fire District testified. It is not only them that responds to the increase dangers but our Sheriff's Office as well will take a bigger hit with increased calls than what is in this projection that we believe was minimized to get approval. The Sheriff Office is already hurting and need more officers to respond to calls. Increasing traffic and workers in the urban renewal area will increase demand on their services with a frozen tax base. Where will the funds come from that will be missing for COCC, government services, 4-11 and those things that will have their funds frozen for up to 25 years? More bonds will be asked for the taxpayer to make up the difference... resulting in what we consider a hidden tax. We can't let our Fire department go bankrupt as they testify would happen if this is approved. Our Deschutes County has already taken a reduction in the planning department for lack of funds. The city of Bend will not suffer funding cuts from this but it is them that will benefit from the urban renewal plan at the expense of Deschutes County as a whole. We feel that we are being asked to fund private industry to entice them to stay. Cessna won't stay unless they can expand and they have to have an expensive compass rose to stay and most other improvements in the urban renewal plan are meant for those companies alone... so then if it is Cessna and Epic that need these large expenditure to stay in business then they should be the ones to fund it not the taxpayers of Deschutes County. We don't need to add layers to the runway for increased weight. The airport in Redmond is there to handle the need of that large of plane. It is only a few minutes away. The weight limit was there to protect area residences from the noise of larger planes and increased air traffic. Bend was never intended for such use with the homes built around it. As we stated above the purpose was not industry but for the hobbyist pilot. The airport is limited on land so what happens when Cessna and/or Epic can no longer expand? They will leave and leave the airport with large structures empty and deteriorating. What will happen to Powell Butte Highway with the increased traffic demands in the next 25 years if these companies and others continue to expand (if more property is made available for such expansion of the airport?) The noise and danger of testing aircraft affects many citizens as testified already. They are testing aircraft over heavily populated areas of Deschutes County affecting the safety of such. In Prineville the airport has commercial buildings and open space which lends itself to better facilitate testing of manufacture of aircraft. It scares me living below an area that has uncertified planes flying above me and also the great numbers of training pilots of helicopters and planes. This has not been a problem in the past but with the new airport management all they see is dollar signs and they don't seem to care about the safety of Deschutes County residences that were here before that big money came into play. The city of Bend seem to forget that we are taxpayers which is easy for them to do since they don't collect taxes from us. This urban renewal plan is asking us to fund improvements that will adversely affect the quality of our lives so that Bend and the big players, Cessna and Epic Air, will benefit at our expense. We are concerned with how the tax dollars from this urban renewal plan would be used to further deteriorate the lives of people that were here before the airport and the City of Bend become so money hungry. We are concerned about our quality of life as more demands are placed on our fixed income to pay for large industry this urban renewal plan will place upon us... meaning the bonds or whatever else is used to make up for the tax dollars that would be frozen to our county government to fund private industry and the city of Bend. We urge you to deny this urban renewal plan. Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Leslie and Harry Ketrenos 62237 Powell Butte Hwy. Bend, Or. 97701 RAUG - 82008 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION, Page 1 of 1 Bonnie Baker From: Brandon Wilcox [brandon @proairservices.com] Sent: Friday, August 15, 2008 10:06 AM To: Board Subject: Airport Urban Renewal Area Dear Board of Commissioners, I am writing in strong support of the Airport Urban Renewal Area project. Aviation is a difficult industry to be successful an at best and any support given by the local government to encourage growth is greatly appreciated. With your support, along with help from the city and state, the Bend Airport can become an economic powerhouse and do much for the local economy.. The approval of the Airport Urban Renewal Area will reap benefits for some time. Sincerely, SravAovL VALc,ox partwer/ Gev<.eraL Mavtager Pro f essiovaiL Ai ' 541 -388 -0019 8/20/2008 P ige 1 of 1 Bonnie Baker From: Eric Strobel [eric @edcoinfo.com] Sent: Monday, August 18, 2008 9:10 AM To: Board; Dave Kanner Cc: jrussell @ci.bend.or.us Subject: Urban Renewal Support Letter from EDCO Attachments: Bend Airport Urban Renewal District (electronic).doc Greetings, Please excuse the late hour in which this support letter arrives. Attached is a letter from EDCO supporting the establi,,hment of an urban renewal district at the Bend Municipal Airport. If possible, please include the letter in today's hearing. Thank you for your consideration, Eric Strobel Business Development Manager Economic Development for Central Oregon www.edcoinfo.com p 541 - 388 -3236 c 541- 390 -8623 f 541 - 388 -6705 8/18/2008 August 18, 2008 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR CENTRAL OREGON Deschutes Board of Commissioners c/o Dave Kanner 1300 NW Wall St.., Suite 200 Bend, OR 97701 Dear Commissioners: On behalf of Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO) I would like to express my support for the proposed urban renewal district at the Bend Airport. As you know, this vital transportation asset is home to most of the tri- county area's growing aerospace /aircraft industry. Manufacturing activities, along with the frequent emplanements, make the Bend Airport arguably one of the busiest non - commercial airports in Oregon. Earlier this year, an independent study commissioned by the Oregon Aviation Department stated that these activities total more than $578 million in economic impact — a figure even higher than Central Oregon's tourism industry. Proper funding is the main issue holding back EDCO and the community of Bend's ability to provide the necessary modern infrastructure needed for safety and to accommodate ongoing economic growth in this sector. The list of needed improvements at the Bend Airport is significant and costly. Included are Bend's first traffic control tower (which Cessna has agreed to help operate once constructed), new eastside taxiway, and compass rose for calibration of newly manufactured aircraft among other projects. Property tax revenue raised from incremental growth by new or existing manufacturers as well as new hangar development at the airport will form the foundation of a stable and predictable funding source. Importantly, these funds can be used to leverage federal funding from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) — with many times FAA funding covering 90 -95% of the funding. Without the proposed urban renewal district, there is insufficient sources of funding to even match the FAA's 5 -10% requirements. Contrast this situation to other parts of the U.S. that are trying to recruit their own aviation clusters. These efforts are well- funded, highly organized and focused on creating the very best possible environment for the industry and its multitude of subcontractors to succeed. Led by companies at the Bend Airport, the Central Oregon region has the opportunity to be the world -class leader in this exciting sector if its infrastructure is outstanding EDCO • 109 NW Greenwood Avenue, Suite 102 • Bend, OR 97701 • 800 - 342 -4135 • www.edcoinfo.com Deschutes County Commission August 18, 2008 Page 2 of 2 We know and understand that there will be financial impacts to the special districts serving the airport resulting from the new Urban Renewal District. For some special districts (fire districts) will find that new investments and economic activity could create a greater workload or need for specialized equipment. We would encourage the Commission to look for ways to work with these special districts and the City of Bend on providing some revenue to these impacted districts which are essentially providing an infrastructure component — fire protection. Thank you for the opportunity to provide testimony on this important project. We look forward to being involved in this and future stages of the process. Sincerely, Roger J. Lee Director EDCO • 109 NW Greenwood Avenue, Suite 102 • Bend, OR 97701 • 800 - 342 -4135 • www.edcoinfo.com Bt Brooks Resources Corporation August 18, 2008 Deschutes County Commissioners 1300 NW Wall Street Bend, Oregon 97701 Dear Commissioners, I understand that the County is considering raising the room tax rate to 9% and allocating the increased tax revenue to the county road fund. Our business and Deschutes County have benefited economically over the years from the success of the tourism industry. Given the current strains on tourism created from the slow down in our statewide and national economy we would like to recommend that the County not increase the room tax rate at this time. The people who come to Central Oregon have a choice of where they choose to spend their vacation dollars. Our first hand experience at Mount Bachelor Village Resort is that business group travelers are quite sensitive to the room tax rates in their decisions on where to hold their meetings. Maybe more troubling is the proposal to use the proceeds from the increase in tax rate for something other than the promotion of tourism. We at Brooks Resources Corporation feel strongly that the County allocate funds to tourism promotion according to the existing 70/30 split, with 70% being tourism's share. Sincerely, Kirk Schueler President 409 NW Franklin Avenue Bend, Oregon 97701 (541) 382 -1662 (Fax (541) 385 -3285 www.brooksresources.com 0 Printed on recycle paper Bt. Brooks Resources Corporation August 18, 2008 Deschutes County Commissioners 1300 NW Wall Street Bend, OR 97701 Dear Commissioners, As the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Brooks Resources Corporation, 1 am writing to express my concern over the proposed room tax increase. 1 am aware that the County is considering raising the room tax rate to 9% and allocating the increased tax revenue to the county road fund. An increase in the room tax rate at this time is not a wise decision given our current economic conditions, Additionally, we feel that the County allocate funds to tourism promotion as outlined in House Bill 2267, with a 70/30 split (70% going to tourism related marketing and /or facilities). Serving on the COVA Board of Directors and being an active member of the organization for years, we are fully aware that business group travelers are sensitive to room tax rates and the rates certainly play a part in their decision on where they travel. Our business benefits significantly from tourism and the satisfaction that visitors have while in our community. Please reconsider the tax increase at this time. With economic conditions as challenging as they are right now and straining the tourism industry, an increase could have a very negative impact on an already difficult business environment. Since -ely, Ronfy Mo ensen Vice President, Sales & Marketing Brooks Resources Corporation if) c 9 \ 409 NW Franklin Avenue Bend, Oregon 97701 (541) 382 -1662 (Fax (541) 385 -3285 www.brooksresources.com Printed on recycL 1 paper August 13, 2008 Deschutes County Commissioners 1300 NW Wall Street, Suite 200 Bend, OR 97701 -1960 Dear Commissioners: As the Managing Director of Sunriver Resort and a major employer in Deschutes County, I am deeply concerned over the proposed room tax increase. Our business relies on tourists and locals to succeed. Given the economic slowdown in Central Oregon —and across the state —the tax increase from 7% to 9% is significant and represents a 28.6% increase to our guests. Statistics show that when consumers are expected to contribute more, consumers will decrease their spending in other areas. Before taking further action, I urge you to remember that even slight changes can have a detrimental effect on Sunriver Resort and our employees. I am aware that there has been talk of using new revenue for roadwork. I am also aware that state law says that any increases in the lodging tax must be allocated with no less than 70% of the increase being dedicated to tourism promotion and tourism related facilities. Should a lodging tax even be considered, let the lodging industry and COVA help determine the best use of room tax for marketing promotions that deliver the highest return on the investment to benefit the entire county. By bringing more people to visit and come to Deschutes County, revenue for all businesses AND the county will increase. I respectfully recommend that you work with the lodging industry and other members of the tourism and hospitality industry to reach a solution that is amenable to all parties. Local hotel and resort operators are an integral part of Deschutes County and should be a part of finding a solution that benefits all of us. Sincerely, Tom Tom O'Shea Managing Director, Sunriver Resort cc: Dave Kanner, County Administrator OREGON ASSOCIATION August 18, 2008 Deschutes County Commissioners 1300 NW Wall Street, Suite 200 Bend, OR 97701 -1960 Dear Commissioners, I have been asked by the Board of Directors of the Oregon Lodging Association and by travel and tourism industry members in Deschutes County to provide input on the issue of a proposed County -wide room tax increase to 9% that has been discussed by the County administrator and at the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners work session on August 6. Oregon law clearly states that any increase in the room tax must be allocated with no less than 70% being dedicated to tourism and tourism related facilities and up to 30% being allocated for city or county services (ORS 320.350 (6)). The Oregon Lodging Association and Deschutes County lodging operators are unanimously opposed to the idea that any transient room tax revenues be used for county roads. However, it was the intent of the legislation passed in 2003 that roads and other city or county services could be funded with up to 30% of any new or increased transient lodging tax. If the Commission considers an increase in the County lodging tax, the Commission must also consider current economic conditions. The most up -to- date data from Smith Travel Research, the lodging industry's leading information and data provider, show that occupancy and other indicators are all trending downward in Deschutes County and have been over the past 12 months. County -wide occupancy (as tracked by Smith Travel Research) for June 2008 was 61 %. This represents an 8.1% decrease vs. June 2007. Occupancy year -to -date is 45 % - -a decrease of 6% vs. the same period in 2007. The prospect for future occupancy growth is equally concerning as the end of the summer season nears and the industry braces for a slowing economy. Another topic that has been considered by the Board of Commissioners is the use of room tax funds to support the Deschutes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center. To qualify within the statutory framework, these facilities must have "a substantial purpose of supporting tourism promotion or accommodating tourist activities" (ORS 320.305(9)(b)). Tourists are defined in statute as those persons who come to the facility from over 50 miles away or stay overnight. Prior to determining that any facility meets the standards of a "tourism- related facility," it is incumbent upon the County to provide evidence that the facility falls within the statutory definition. It is clear that some tourism benefit is realized when significant statewide events, conventions or large group meetings bring visitors from outside Deschutes County to use the Expo Center facility. To that end, Deschutes County lodging operators have offered to meet with the Fair board and staff to explore ways to work closer with COVA to improve the overall marketing of this property to tourists and increase the tourism benefits for industry, the County and all of Central Oregon. OLA 8600 SW Salish Lane, Suite 3 1 Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 I T: 503- 783 -2797 I F: 503- 783 -2798 1 E: info @oregonlodging.c �m wtvw.oregonlodgittg.corri 08/17/2008 21:44 5415935207 SRNC ! SUNKNER NATURE CENTER & OBSERVATORY, INC. Via Facsimile: 385 -3202 August 18, 2008 Deschutes County Commissioners 1300 NW Wall Street, Suite 200 Bend, OR 97701-1960 Dear Commissioners, PAGE 01 ' 01 I am the Executive Director of Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory and am writing on behalf of the Board of Directors to express our concern over the proposed room tax increase. The viability of our non- profit organization relies to a large extent on tourism and the local tourist supported businesses for our support. Given the current economic slowdown in Central Oregon —and across the state —we are concerned about the impact that this increase in the cost to visitors to our region will have on our organization. Before taking further action we urge you to remember that even slight changes in costs can have an adverse effect on tourism and in turn impact our operations. If we can get more visitors coming to Deschutes County, revenue for all businesses AND the County will increase, so this tax increase could be counterproductive to County income. We respectfully recommend that the County work with the lodging industry and other members of the tourism and hospitality industry to reach a transient room tax and tourism promotion solution that is amenable to all parties, Local transient visitors and resort operators are an integral part of the future success of our non - profit. We have concern regarding any initiative that will discourage and /or not promote increased visitation to our region and that will, in turn, reduce visitors to support and experience the education& opportunities the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory offers. Thank you. Kathy Pazera, Executive Director Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory cc: Dave Kanner, County Administrator l nepi.rc prrarnt and future: r,,rnernrion.s to cheri.J1 and u,nder$tand OW' natural world A non -profit corporation #9R- (1817807 Founded in 1968 Incorporated in 1982 Sunriver Nature Center. & Observatory, Inc. P.O. Rex 3533 Sunriver, OR 97707,0533 w ww.Sunrivr:rNri to ren.nter org Administration: (541) 598 -4442 0I,Qervatory. (641) 598 -4406 Visitor's Center: (541.) 593.4394 Fax (541) 1593.5205 Sent By: 503 266 7600; 503 266 7600; Aug -15 -08 10:13AM; Page 1/1 WAYNE SCOTT State Representative, District 39 900 Court Street NE Salem, OR 97301 Phone: 503- 986 -1439 rep.waynescott@state.or.us FAX TO: Deschutes County Commissioners DATE: August 15, 2008 FAX NUMBER' (541) 385-3202 FROM: Wayne Scott, State Representative SUBJECT` Lodging Tax Comments TOTAL PAGES: (Including Cover) 5 Pages MESSAGE: Please provide these letters to Commissioners Daly, Melton and Luke, and to Dave Kanner. I appreciate the opportunity to comment on this issue. Thank you, agr4dRr- Sent By: 503 266 7600; August 13, 2008 503 266 7600; 11 i jI WAYNE SCOTT STATE REPRESENTATIVE t t r egon House of Representatives, House District 19 Aug -15 -08 10:15AM; Page 311 Tanury Melton Deschutes Counly COtnlr(issioner 1300 NW Wall Street, Suite 200 Bend, OR 97701 -1960 Dear Commissioner Me -lion, I am writing to express rely concern over the proposed room tax increase being discussed in Deschutes County and otter my insights as to the passage of House Bill 2267 during the 2003 legislative session. During the 2003 session, 1 served as the Vice Chair of the Revenue Committee for the Oregon House of Representative, ti, Additionally,1 carried the bill on the House floor. It is absolutely clear that the intent of the 70.30 split was negotiated to allow up to 30% of any new room tax be allocated to cities and Counties for local services, These services could include local roads and infrastructure,: county fairgrounds, police, fire or any other local services as deemed appropriate. The remaining 70% (or snore) was intended for tourism related marketing and /or facilities as defined in the hill, It w; never the intention to have roads funded out of the 70% tourism allocation outlined in T-IH 2267. The hill's intent wa.s llu le:investment of these important tax dollars to help grow the tourism contribution to the local i�conomy by dedicating revenue to promotion and facilities that attract tourists, conventions, trade shows, and statewide meetings which could ultimately generate more roorn nights and the asst ciatcd visitor spending. Tourism is a major socio- economic driver for the state of Oregon generating tens of thousands of jobs and millions of dollars in state and local tax receipts. Any consideration of a l:r < increase should he done cautiously and in cooperation with the local impacted industry. Given the economic slowdown across the state, I would caution the Coruinissioil on the possible negative impact that any increase in the lodging tax may have. Again, I urge y'o4 to work with the tourism industry as you consider policy decisions that will directly imp et their busi presses and the health of the Deschutes County economy. Sincer y Wayn- colt, Ore. n ,Sun Representative cc; Dave Kanner, C,uunty Administrator Oregon Lodging Association f'upilol: 9:10 Courl strea NE. Salon. OR 97301 - (503) 986 -1439 tCp.waynescolt(tystatc.or.ue I)iKrrict: TO Aux 664, Canby, Olt 97013 - (5U3) 26K -7580 Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Bend, OR 97701 -1960 (541) 388 -6570 - Fax (541) 385 -3202 - www.deschutes.org BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA — FOR THE WEEK DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 10:00 A.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 18, 2008 Commissioners' Hearing Room - Administration Building - 1300 NW Wall St., Bend 1. 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. Citizens who wish to speak should sign up prior to the beginning of the meeting on the sign -up cards provided. Please use the microphone and also state your name and address at the time the Board calls on you to speak. PLEASE NOTE: Citizen input regarding matters that are or have been the subject of a public hearing will NOT be included in the record of that hearing. 2. A PUBLIC HEARING (continued from August 13) and Consideration of Signature of Order No. 2008 -076, Forming the Bend Area Transportation District and Placing a Measure on the November 4, 2008 Ballot — Laurie Craghead, Legal Counsel 3. A PUBLIC HEARING (continued from August 6 and 13), and Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2008 -025, Making Certain Determinations and Findings Relating to and Approving the Bend Municipal Airport Urban Renewal Plan (Plan and Report) — Dave Kanner, County Administrator; John Russell, City of Bend 4. A PUBLIC HEARING and Consideration of Signature of Resolution No. 2008 -119, Submitting to the Voters a Proposed Ordinance to Increase the Transient Room Tax Rate to 9% - Dave Kanner, County Administrator 5. DISCUSSION of a Code Change regarding Whether Part of a Subdivision may be Designated as a Boundary for a Proposed Restricted Firearms District — Doreen Blome', Community Development; Laurie Craghead, Legal Counsel Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 1 of 7 Pages CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Minutes: • Public Hearings: April 9 and April 30 (Sunriver Text Amendment) • Business Meeting: August 6 and 13 • Work Session: June 16, July 7 and 30 CONVENE AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE 9 -1 -1 COUNTY SERVICE DISTRICT 7. CONSIDERATION of Approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers for the 9 -1 -1 County Service District CONVENE AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE EXTENSION /4 -H COUNTY SERVICE DISTRICT 8. CONSIDERATION of Approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers for the Extension/4 -H County Service District RECONVENE AS THE DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 9. CONSIDERATION of Approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers for Deschutes County 10. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Deschutes County meeting locations are wheelchair accessible. Deschutes County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. For deaf, hearing impaired or speech disabled, dial 7 -1 -1 to access the state transfer relay service for TTY. Please call (541) 388 -6571 regarding alternative formats or for further information. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 2 of 7 Pages 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, August 18, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 12 noon Regular Meeting of Board of Commissioners and Department Directors 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Wednesday, August 20, 2008 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Thursday, August 21, 2008 11:00 a.m. Meeting with Commission on Children & Families Board; Interview Candidates Monday, August 25, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Wednesday, August 27, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Thursday, August 28, 2008 5:00 p.m. Joint Meeting of Board of Commissioners and Planning Commission Monday, September 1, 2008 Most County offices will be closed to observe the Labor Day Holiday Wednesday, September 3 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 3 of 7 Pages Thursday, September 4, 2008 10:00 a.m. Quarterly Meeting with District Attorney 11:00 a.m. Quarterly Meeting with Community Development Department 1:30 p.m. Quarterly Meeting with the Road Department Monday, September 8, 2008 3:30 p.m. Regular Meeting of LPSCC (Local Public Safety Coordinating Council) Wednesday, September 10, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Thursday, September 11, 2008 7:00 a.m. Regular Meeting with the City of Redmond Council, in Redmond 11:00 a.m. Quarterly Meeting with Mental Health Department 1:00 p.m. Quarterly Meeting with Health Department Monday, September 15, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) 5:30 p.m. (Tentative) Joint Meeting with City of Bend Council Wednesday, September 1712008 8:00 a.m. Public Affairs Counsel Conference Call — Legislative Update 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) 5:30 p.m. Public Hearing on Aspen Lakes Text Amendment Thursday, September 18, 2008 9:00 a.m. Semi - annual Meeting with the County Clerk 10:00 a.m. Quarterly Meeting with Community Justice Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Monday, August 18, 200' Page 4 of 7 Pages Monday, September 22, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Wednesday, September 24, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Thursday, September 25, 2008 9:00 a.m. Quarterly Meeting with Fair & Expo Center 10:00 a.m. Semi - annual Meeting with Assessor 11:00 a.m. Quarterly Meeting with Commission on Children & Families Monday, September 29, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1 :30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Wednesday, October 1, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Monday, October 6, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Wednesday, October 8, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Wednesday, October 15, 2008 1 :30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 5 of 7 Pages Monday, October 20, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Wednesday, October 22, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Monday, October 27, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Wednesday, October 29, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Monday, November 3, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Wednesday, November 5, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Thursday, November 6, 2008 8:00 a.m. Regular Meeting with Sisters City Council, Sisters City Hall 9:30 a.m. Regular Meeting with Judge Fadeley, Sisters Monday, November 10, 2008 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 6 of 7 Pages Wednesday, November 12, 2008 8:00 a.m. Conference Call, Public Affairs Counsel (State Lobbyist) 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session — could include executive session(s) Thursday, November 13, 2008 7:00 a.m. Regular Meeting with the City of Redmond Council, in Redmond Deschutes County meeting locations are wheelchair accessible. Deschutes County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. For deaf, hearing impaired or speech disabled, dial 7-1-1 to access the state transfer relay service for TTY. Please call (541) 388 -6571 regarding alternative formats or for further information. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Monday, August 18, 2008 Page 7 of 7 Pages