Molalla City Council – Meeting Agenda
Meeting located at: Molalla Adult Center
315 Kennel Ave, Molalla, OR 97038
March 9, 2016
Work Session at 6:30pm
Business meeting will begin at 7:00PM. The Council has adopted Public Participation Rules. Public comment cards are
available at the entry desk. Request to speak must be turned into to the Mayor prior to the start of the regular Council meeting.
Executive Session : After regular session
1. CALL TO ORDER – 1,754th Regular Meeting
A. Call the meeting to order
B. Flag Salute and Roll Call
2. COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC COMMENT
3. AWARDS, RECOGNITIONS & PRESENTATIONS
4. PROCLAMATIONS
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. OLCC: El Charrito – Cramer
B. Authorize Purchase of Media Filter Replacement – Cline
C. Authorize Purchase of Police Department Vehicle – Huff
7. CONTINUING BUSINESS
A. Council Appointment for Vacancy – Rogge/Council
B. Preditory Towing – Thompson
C. Council Goal Setting Review – Huff/Motion to Approve
8. ORDINANCES
9. RESOLUTION
A. Resolution 2016-06: In God We Trust – Griswold/Council Discussion
10. REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. City Manager/Staff Reports – Dan Huff
 Budget Committee Meeting Dates: April 13, 2016 and May 4, 2016 at 6:30pm at the Molalla
Adult Center. 315 Kennel Ave. Molalla, OR 97038
 Future Meetings to Schedule
11. EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
12. ADJOURNMENT
Minutes of the Molalla City Council Regular Meeting
Molalla City Hall
117 N. Molalla Ave., Molalla, OR 97038
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
ATTENDANCE: Mayor Rogge, Present; Councilor Pottle, Present; Councilor Thompson, Present;
Councilor Griswold, Present; Councilor Riggs, Present. Councilor Clark, Present.
STAFF IN ATTENDANCE: City Manager Dan Huff, Present; City Recorder Sadie Cramer, Present.
COMMUNICATIONS
A. Council Minutes – January 27th and February 10th. Councilor Pottle made the motion to approve
both sets of minutes. Clark seconded. Motion carried 6-0.
B. Library Board Minutes – Information only
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Bob Oblack of 33125 S. Dickey Prairie Road in Molalla spoke in favor of the displaying the
national motto of “In God We Trust”. He commended Councilor Griswold for his efforts of doing
so.
2. Amber Gobey of 118 E Main Street in Molalla addressed the council regarding public parking in
downtown Molalla during day time business hours. She is not opposed of people parking in the
lot after business hours. It is a day care and they are concerned about child safety during the day
because of the increased traffic.
3. Agustin Cuevas of El Charrito Mexican Resturant at 117 Main Street in Molalla. They recently
did a large expensive expansion and they share a parking lot with Passadora’s Pizza. There have
been complaints from customers that there is no parking because the White Horse patorns are
taking the spaces. He is in support of customers parking in their lot and doing business at the
White Horse to be towed because they are taking away business from them.
Pottle asked how can they tell who’s cars belong to who and where they are doing business to
identify if they should be towed. Cuevas stated if the parking lot is full and they have few
customers, they look across the parking lot to see if the pizza parlor is full or empty.
4. Tim Bilyen of Passadora’s Pizza at 111 E Main Street in Molalla stated that he does share the
parking lot with El Charritos and parking have become a serious issure since the White Horse has
opened up. Before openning his business he did his due diligence and found a place that has
parking within my lease. If another company comes in, they don’t do their due diligence they
should not be able to over take parking at other businesses. Our land lord is protecting them under
that lease for those paid spaces; otherwise that would be a breach.
Bilyen asked if this is approved by council is this just a commercial downtown issue or does it
apply to all residential and commercial properties inside the city limits? Rogge stated that the
council has not discussed this issue in detail, they are still collecting information so they can
make a well inform decision.
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Molalla City Hall
117 N. Molalla Ave., Molalla, OR 97038
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
5. Harold Hall of 35771 S Hwy 213 near Molalla is a barber in town. He too is effected by the
downtown parking issue due to the increased traffic from the White Horse opening as well as
from the other surrounding bars and businesses. He has a lot of customers who are in wheelchairs
allowing them to park in front of his shop. If the council takes the right away to manage who
parks in his lot, it would not be fair to his customers or too him as a business owner.
Clark stated that he should have the right to tow vehicles that are not his customers and asked if
there is a “No Parking” sign posted. Hall stated there is and in general states it’s “barber shop
parking and no parking allowed by anyone between 6am and 8pm”. He has had issues with
people parking in his spaces that ignore the sign and go to the bars. They come back hours later
and in some cases the car gets left over night. Hall’s Barber Shop closes at 5pm. Pottle asked if
the parking is shared with the Dry Cleaners. Hall said, yes.
6. Gary Deardorff of 115 E Main Street and property owner of discussed lots addressed the council
regarding parking and towing. He thinks that this ordinance is a mix of practicality and
personality. Public parking has always been an issue in downtown. It gets talked about but
nothing gets done about it. Renters should not have to deal with parking issues which is why
signs are up stating “customer parking only” and signs stating “Any car parked here after 8pm
will be towed” to prevent the overnight parking that happens in certain lots he owns. He has dealt
with all kind of issues from people doing drugs, using them as a restroom amung other problems.
Rogge asked Deardorff “What would he like to see happen here?” He responded “Let people be
towed away”. Pottle asked if Deardorff offered the White Horse owers a fee to use the lots.
Deardorff stated, yes. He talked to the City Manager months before the White Horse opened and
was told to see if he could work something out with the new owners. He waited for months and
months and he finally went over to introduce himself and ask about the parking. The new owners
told him that they don’t care where the customers park. Deardorff hired a tow company that will
actually tow. Mr. Kelly will and there are a lot of people who are not happy with his methods.
Thompson asked about the 2 signs at the barber shop. If there were 2 signs in a lot saying 2
different things, could it be confusing to someone looking for parking. Deardorff said it is very
clear and there so people don’t park in his spots during business hours. The after 8pm sign is
there because he has made a private arrangment with the dance studio across the street to use it
until 8PM.
Deardorff is willing to work with the businesses using his lots but it comes down to insurance,
maintenance and cleaning. Rogge stated even business on 2nd street has parking issues as well
unfortunatley his lots are not unique. There have been discssions regarding parking that involve
cooperation and money. To date there is no “No towing action” being discussed by the council.
Rogge did ask Mr. Kelly to come and speak to the council regarding the issues at the next
meeting.
Clark asked if he could let the towing of cars be monitored by the business owners instead of him.
He stated the business owners don’t want to be the bad guys because it could impact their
business.
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Molalla City Hall
117 N. Molalla Ave., Molalla, OR 97038
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Thompson stated there is some confusion on how this topic came about. He went of record that he asked
that this issue be brought up after a discussion with Councilor Clark over an issue that was posted on
Facebook complaing about being towed over confusion of a sign. He has records showing the times of the
tow and the situation that took place and it was very concerning to him. Thompson reached out to the City
Manager coping Rogge and Pottle asking that the preditory towing ordinance be brought back to council.
CONTINUING BUSINESS
Library Board Job Description
Huff stated that a cover letter and proposed “Job Description” provided by your Library
Advisory Committee is included in the packet tonight. The Committee believes that their
proposal that provides more specific tasks and responsibilities that better suit their needs as well
as the Libraries. Also attached, is a redlined version of the same description that Staff has
reviewed.
It will effect Chapter 2.08 of the Molalla Municipal Code details current language for the Library
Advisory Committee and their duties and responsibilities. Council has choices:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Provide direction to amend the Code as presented by the Advisory Board
Provide direction to amend the Code as redlined by Staff
Provide direction to amend the Code with other language
Move to not make a change
Sandy Nelson President of the advisory board. The board reviewed initial suggestions and made some
changes at that time. Huff sent other revisions and the board felt the version that they had was appropriate
and in line with other libraries. Discussion about other library board and if the other boards have fiduciary
responsibilites, it was found that they do not. Thompson stated that some of the items basically take
authority that the council does not have and gives responsibilites to an advisory board that reports to
council. He thinks the City Manager suggestions are approriate.
Rogge noted that both the city and the library districts have the ability to give 6 month notice to change
the current IGA allowing the board to go out on their own and take on the fiduciary responsibilites for the
library as a separate entitiy of the City of Molalla if the county is willing to do that. She agrees with
Huff’s redline revisions.
Nelson asked for clarification regarding 4, 9 and 11. On 11 we were asked to participate in the hiring
process of the Library Director. Thompson stated if the City Manager requests that the board take part in
the hiring that is fine. If he does not request, than the board would not participate.
After brief discussion regarding 4 and 9, Rogge stated the changes are approprate as well. Thompson
made the motion that contingent of the agreeenent of the library board to instruct staff to draft an
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Molalla City Hall
117 N. Molalla Ave., Molalla, OR 97038
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
ordinance that will adopt the job description as amended by the City Manager into the municipal code. If
the library board fails to agree the job description stays as is. Clark seconded. Motion carried 6-0.
REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Thompson asked the Council to consider a student council liasion that would be a non-voting member. He
was approched by the high school and there is expressed interest by a student who would like to
participate. Clark stated that there were discussions in the past regarding legal issues and he is in support
of having one but would like staff to verify there are no legal issues involved.
ADJOURNMENT
Thompson made the motion to adjourn at 7:53pm. Griswold seconded. Motion carried 6-0.
____________________________
Sadie Cramer, City Recorder
__________________________
Mayor Debbie Rogge
Page 4 of 4 City Of Molalla
City Council Meeting
Agenda Category: New Business
Subject: Replace Filter Media for Water Treatment Plant (Microfloc Filter System Only)
Recommendation: Council to Approve Filter Media Replacement
Date of Meeting to be Presented: March 9, 2016
Fiscal Impact: Not to exceed $45,000.00
Background:
The City proposes to replace media in the Microfloc filter system at the Water
Treatment Plant. This work will be done in place of the budgeted capital improvement
item to begin engineering design on the Transmission Line from the Water Treatment
Plant to Adams Cemetery Road. It has been identified that the media filter has
exceeded its design life and is beginning to show signs indicating the need for
replacement. To reduce any further risk of the City’s treatment capabilities, the
design of the transmission line will be deferred and proposed in the upcoming budget
FY 16/17.
The City has received the following quotes:
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ERS – Remove, inspect and Replace Media - $42,687.40 (Recommended)
Cascade Water Works – Remove, inspect & replace media - $98,600.00
Michael Greg – Media Only, City to perform work - $24,975.00
SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
Jennifer Cline, Public Works Director
Dan Huff, City Manager
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13469 MORROW LANE SE CCB#157482 PH. 503-364-4888
TURNER, OR 97392 email: [email protected] FAX: 503-364-7444
11/17/13
Ryan Hepler
City of Molalla Public Works
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RE: Quote to Replace Media in Filter Unit
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SPeCifications for the original media. As ofthe time ofthis quote, the media is in stock in the northwest and
We COuld have it here within a week or two. Our price includes:
● Remove existing media from制ter using vac truck and dispose on site - 1 day
・ Clean乱ter interior with bmsh and pressure washer -沈day
● Iuspect under drain system and recommend any repairs that are necessary OVOTE: quOte does not
include labor and materials required to make repairs to under drain as that will need to be determined
after inspection). Additional repairs will be billed at our nomal rate of $85.00 per hour
● Install new media in accordance with US Filter Spec sheet dated June 1984 - 2 days
・ Fill with chlorinated water - % day
. Backwash甜ter until ready for operation - % day
・ Run filter and check for proper制tration- % day
・ Once satisfied with operation offilter put filter online to system.
Exclusions: Elec正cal comection or discomection of items, rePlacement of mechanical or electrical parts
(those would be a change order), and prevailing wages (Should not apply since血is quote is under
$100,000).
We estimate that則ter will take about a fu11 week to completely change the media out (depending on needed
repair to under draius). We wil=nspect the surface wash equlpment w皿e on site and make
recommendations for any repaus needed at that time. Our price to provide the materials and labor for this
WOrk as described is $98,600.00. We could start this prqject after the first ofthe new year. This quote is
good for 30 days.
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nathan Smith, PE
August 24 2015
City of Mollala
32899 S. Molalla River Forest Rd.
Molalla Oregon 97038
Attention: Ryan Hepler
Water Treatment Operator
Reference: Microfloc TR-840A Water Treatment Plant
Subject:
Filter Rebuild
Ryan:
Per our discussion I can provide a filter inspection and report at my perdium,
however in discussion of the symptoms you are seeing and the age of the filter bed
I would say that your filter needs rebuilt. The gravel support structure is designed to
maintain the fine garnet and silica sand as well as the anthracite in the filter. Since
you are experiencing material in the clearwell I would say spending the money on
an inspection is not necessary.
Filter media per the quantities below can be provided freight included to the jobsite.
460
220
183
225
75
75
130
31
50# bags
100# bags
50# bags
50# bags
100# bags
100# bags
100# bags
Each
Anthracite, 1.0 - 1.2mm
MM .45 - .55mm Filter Sand
Garnet #50
Garnet #8/12
Filter Gravel 3/8 X 3/16
Filter Gravel 3/4 X 3/8
Filter Gravel 1 1/2 X 3/4
Pallets, including stretch wrap
Price: (Twenty Four Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy Five Dollars)
Technical Direction billed at $1,000.00 per day (1/2 Day Minimum)
Respectfully yours,
Michael Gregg
Michael Gregg
PO Box 10. Philomath, OR 97370 (541) 740 0734
$24,975.00
March 4, 2016
Ms. Jennifer Cline
City of Molalla
PO Box 248
Molalla, OR. 97038
QUOTE # 030416-1Q
Fax: 503-829-3676
Email: [email protected]
Dear: Jennifer
ERS is pleased to submit its proposal for our TurnKey Service on your 1 each 280 square
foot Gravity Filter.
Our service includes removal, packaging and dump on-site of existing media, interior
filter cleaning where required, supply and installation of new media, per design. ERS
will also repair or replace existing underdrains as needed, on a time and materials basis*.
ERS to provide:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Qualified Manpower
Forklift
Disposal and disposal transport—Dump On-Site
High power industrial vacuum system
Confined space equipment as follows:
a) Supervisor/Environmental Technician/Hole watch
b) Ventilation fan for air circulation
c) Tripod/winch for emergency evacuation
d) Four gas monitor for pre-entry testing, as well as for continuous testing
e) 2-way Radios for communication with in-tank personnel
f) Cellular phone as an emergency response tool
g) Half-face cartridge type respirators (Supplied air respirators available if required)
h) Harnesses with safety ropes for all men
i) Daily monitoring log
j) Complete and post-confined space entry permit (if required)
2120 WARM SPRINGS CT FREMONT,CALIFORNIA 94539-6774 PHONE (510) 770-0202
Fax (510) 490-3024
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Quote # 030416-1Q
March 4, 2016
6) New media as follows:
a) 1 1/2 x 3/4 Filter Gravel
b) 3/4 x 3/8 Filter Gravel
c) 3/8 x 3/16 Filter Gravel
d) 8 x 12 Garnet
e) #50 Garnet
f) .35-.45mm<1.5uc Filter Sand
g) 1.0-1.1mm<1.5uc Anthracite
Exclusions:
PRICING:
$42,687.39
Quote Valid for 45 days
Our time and materials work is billed at $175.00 per man-hour, straight time, plus
materials with a 20% margin. Price includes all applicable sales tax.
Please feel free to call me should you need further information or any clarification. My
cell phone is 510-552-5301; office is 510-770-0202.
Sincerely,
Rick D. Langlois
Vice President Sales
2120 WARM SPRINGS CT FREMONT,CALIFORNIA 94539-6774 PHONE (510) 770-0202
Fax (510) 490-3024
City Of Molalla
City Council Meeting
Agenda Category: Continuing Business
Subject:
Predatory Towing Proposed Ordinance
Recommendation: Ordinance will not be considered for adoption tonight
Council discussion and staff direction for the March 23, 2016 meeting.
Date of Meeting to be Presented: March 9, 2016
Fiscal Impact: NONE Background:
On February 23, 2016 a citizen complaint was received regarding illegal towing in Molalla.
At the direction of Councilor Thompson and Councilor Clark to add this item to the next
agenda. The City Recorder was tasked to draft an ordinance.
A very rough draft was handed out to the Council at their meeting on February 24, 2016. The
Council wanted to continue discussion at the March 9, 2016 meeting.
A revised draft is included in this agenda.
SUBMITTED BY: Sadie Cramer, City Recorder
APPROVED BY: Dan Huff, City Manager
ORDINANCE 2016 - XX
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO TOWING FROM PRIVATE PROPERTY; AND
AMENDING 10.70 OF THE MOLALLA MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, the nonconsensual towing of motor vehicles from private property implicates the
safety and welfare of the general public in that individuals who have their cars towed become
stranded and have a lack of transportation for basic life necessities; and
WHEREAS, additional safety concerns arise regarding nonconsensual towing of motor
vehicles from private property when a vehicle owner returns to the motor vehicle while the tow
company is still attaching equipment to the motor vehicle, or the motor vehicle is fully
attached, but the tow driver has not yet engaged the tow truck's transmission to begin removing
the motor vehicle and the owner of the vehicle engages in a confrontation with a tow company
representative; and
WHEREAS, Molalla police are often required to respond to calls related to stolen vehicles or
requests for information when a nonconsensual tow occurs and there is a lack of information
provided to the vehicle owner regarding where and how to retrieve their vehicle, thereby
causing safety concerns for the community because the police are unable to respond to other
calls; and
WHEREAS, the nonconsensual towing of vehicles from private property without adequate
regulation can divert police resources to an investigation into the propriety of a tow, thereby
creating safety concerns because such resources cannot be used for other purposes; and
WHEREAS, nationwide there are multiple reports of crimes such as the stealing of property or
merchandise from towed vehicles and instances of physical or sexual assault by tow operators
or their employees when nonconsensual tows occur, which create further safety concerns for
the community; and
WHEREAS all of these safety concerns are magnified when nonconsensual towing from
private property occurs at night; and
WHEREAS, the regulation of nonconsensual towing from private property will permit the City
to keep tabs on tow drivers and companies who, otherwise, would be free to flout safety,
insurance, or price requirements until and unless they were caught in some other improper act
and ensure that tow drivers and tow companies report and refrain from criminal activity; and
WHEREAS, that nonconsensual towing from private property affects vulnerable populations
when people of limited economic means are required to pay hundreds of dollars to recover
their vehicle, or are subjected to deficiency claims by collection agencies if they could not
afford to pick up their vehicle even though the vehicle was illegally towed; and
WHEREAS, the City of Molalla has a significant governmental interest in protecting the health,
safety, and welfare of the general public and preserving the public order; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to minimize and control the harmful and adverse effects
that occur during the towing of motor vehicles from private property in order to address the
safety concerns specifically listed above as wells as the myriad of other safety concerns
inherent in nonconsensual towing of vehicles from private property;
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY OF MOLALLA ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Chapter 10.70 of the Molalla Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
Purpose.
The purpose of this Chapter is to address safety concerns related to the nonconsensual towing of
vehicles from private property and to ensure that towing motor vehicles from private property
facilities is performed safely, require private parking facilities to provide adequate notice of
prohibited parking areas, and ensure that those whose motor vehicles have been towed can gain
knowledge of the location of their motor vehicle. The provisions of this Chapter shall be
construed in conformity with the laws and regulations of the State of Oregon regarding towing
from private property. Nothing in this section creates, or is intended to create, a special
relationship, as that term is defined under Oregon law, between any person and the City.
Administrative Authority.
The City Manager, or the City Manager's designee, is authorized to prescribe administrative
rules and policies to implement the requirements of this Chapter.
Definitions.
(1) "Private parking facility" means any property used for motor vehicle parking at which the
private parking facility owner restricts or reserves parking.
(2) "Private parking facility owner'' means the owner, operator, lessee, manager, or designated
agent of a private parking facility.
(3) "Storage facility" means any property used for the storage of motor vehicles towed from a
private parking facility.
(4) "Tow" means to haul, carry, pull along, or otherwise transport or remove a motor vehicle
by means of another motor vehicle.
(5) "Tow company" means any person, firm, corporation, or other entity that engages in, or
owns or operates a business which engages in, the towing or removal of motor vehicles for
compensation.
(6) "Vehicle owner" means the person registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles as
the owner of the motor vehicle, or a person in lawful possession of the motor vehicle.
Tow Company License.
(1) A tow company must not, without the vehicle owner's consent, tow, cause to be towed,
or store a motor vehicle towed from a private parking facility within the City of Molalla
unless the tow company has a valid license issued by the City of Molalla.
(2) The City shall grant a license to a tow company upon the tow company providing the
following:
(a) The legal business name, address, telephone number and fax number;
(b) A list of all tow trucks used for tows from private property;
(c) Addresses of all storage facilities utilized by the tow company to store
Motor vehicles towed from within the City of Mol all a ;
(d) a 24-hour contact telephone number;
(e) The names of all owners of the tow company;
(f) Other information the City Manager determines is necessary to carry out the requirements
of this Chapter; and
(g) Payment of a license fee, the amount of which is established by resolution of the City
Council to administer the provisions of this Chapter.
(3) The term of the license shall be for a period of one year.
(4) The licensing requirements of this Chapter do not apply to tow companies that tow a
motor vehicle with the prior consent or authorization of the vehicle owner.
Towing Vehicles from Private Parking Facilities.
(1) A tow company must not, without the vehicle owner's consent, tow, cause to be towed,
or store a motor vehicle towed from a private parking facility unless:
(a) The tow company has express written authorization from the private parking facility
owner to tow motor vehicles from the private parking facility;
(b) The private parking facility contains at least one sign at each entryway that prominently
displays the following information:
(i) A statement that parking is prohibited, reserved, or otherwise restricted;
(ii) A statement of the hours the prohibition, reservation, or restriction applies;
(iii) The name of the tow company or companies that patrols the private parking facility; and
(iv) A 24-hour telephone number of the tow company or companies to call to obtain release
of a motor vehicle towed.
(c) If a private parking facility serves multiple businesses and restricts or reserves parking
spaces for each business, each parking space must be clearly marked to indicate which
spaces are restricted or reserved for each business;
(d) The tow company photographs the motor vehicle to be towed and all signs posted prior to
hookup; and
(e) The tow company complies with all requirements of this Chapter and all administrative
rules and policies.
(2) It is unlawful for a tow company to do any of the following:
(a) Park within 1,000 feet of a private parking facility for the purpose of monitoring motor
vehicles to tow;
(b) Post an observer at or near a private parking facility for the purpose of monitoring or
ordering the towing of motor vehicles; and
(c) Patrol a private parking facility for the purpose of monitoring motor vehicles to tow.
Tow Requirements.
A tow company must comply with the following requirements:
(1) Perform tows in a safe and reasonable manner and not damage any person
or property while towing or storing motor vehicles;
(2) Fully cooperate with any police agency to facilitate processing of stolen motor vehicles;
(3) Provide to the person seeking release of a towed motor vehicle a clearly legible receipt
complete with all required information and with all fees and charges itemized;
(4) Be considered to be in possession of a motor vehicle when the hookup is complete and the
tow truck has begun towing the motor vehicle by engaging the tow truck's transmission and
moving forward;
(5) Offer to call for or provide transportation to the vehicle owner from within the immediate
vicinity of the tow scene to the location of the towed motor vehicle storage;
(6) Have staff available at all times to provide information about the location of the towed motor
vehicle and information for obtaining release of the towed motor vehicle;
(7) Accept as proof of motor vehicle ownership the vehicle's title or registration in addition to
valid photo-identification of the person seeking the release;
(8) Accept at least cash or valid credit card for payment for any fees or charges assessed;
(9) Notify the City of Molalla Police Department of the location of any towed motor vehicle
within one hour of the motor vehicle being placed in storage; and
(10) Exercise reasonable care of any animal found to be in a towed motor vehicle.
Storage of Towed Vehicles.
(1) A tow company must not store a motor vehicle towed from a private parking facility within
the City of Molalla at a storage facility located more than ten miles from the city limits of the
City of Molalla.
Release at Scene.
(1) If a vehicle owner returns to the motor vehicle while the tow company is still attaching
equipment to the motor vehicle, or the motor vehicle is fully attached, but the tow driver has not
yet engaged the tow truck's transmission to begin removing the motor vehicle, the tow company
must release the motor vehicle to the vehicle owner or operator at no charge.
(2) If the vehicle owner stops the tow company when the hookup is complete and the tow truck is
in motion with the motor vehicle, the tow company must immediate halt the tow and inform the
vehicle owner that:
(a) The motor vehicle will be released if the vehicle owner pays to the tow company the
Release at Scene Fee;
(b) The amount of the Release at Scene Fee; and
(c) The vehicle owner has up to 15 minutes, without additional charge, to provide payment
of the Release at Scene Fee.
(3) If a tow company complies with subsection (2) of this section and the vehicle owner
fails to provide payment within 15 minutes, the tow company may proceed to tow the
motor vehicle to the storage facility.
Towing and Storage Rates.
A tow company must not charge more than the following amounts for motor vehicles
towed from private property:
(1) "After Hours Release Fee" of $25.00 for release of the motor vehicle between the hours
of 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., Monday through Friday; and all hours on
Saturday, Sunday, and City recognized holidays.
(2) "Hookup Fee" of no more than the following fees, which includes: hookup, dollies,
driveline or axle pull, 30 minutes of on-scene time, tower's dispatch, and photo fees and:
(a) $175.00 for motor vehicles weighing less than 10,000 pounds gross vehicle
weight;
(b) $200.00 for motor vehicles weighing from 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight
to less than 20,000 pounds gross vehicle weight; and
(c) $250.00 for motor vehicles more than 20,000 pounds gross vehicle weight; and
(4) "Release at Scene Fee" of no more than the Hookup Fee.
(5) "Storage Fee" per 24-hour period from completion of the tow of no more than:
(a) $25.00 per day; or
(b) $35.00 per day for motor vehicles over 20 feet long.
Violation is Civil Infraction.
(1) A tow company that violates or refuses to comply with this Chapter commits a civil
infraction and shall be subject to a fine of up to $500. Each violation, and each day that a
violation continues, constitutes a separate civil infraction.
(2) In addition to any other remedy provided by law, a tow company that commits more
than two violations of this Chapter within one year may have its license revoked for up to
one year.
Severability.
Each section of this ordinance, and any part thereof, is severable. If any part of this
ordinance is held invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction the remainder of this ordinance
shall remain in full force.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF MOLALLA ORDAINS as follows:
Section 1.
This Ordinance is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace,
health and safety, and, pursuant to section 18 of the Molalla City Charter, an
emergency is declared to exist, and this Ordinance takes effect upon its passage.
Adopted this _________ day of ___________________, 2016.
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Deborah Rogge, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Sadie Cramer, City Recorder
CITY COUNCIL GOALS FOR 2016/2017 On February 24, 2016 the Molalla City Council and Staff had a goal setting session. Goals from 2015/2016 were reviewed. Some of the 2015/2016 goals carried over and new goals added for 2016/2017. The 3 main existing goal categories were determined to still be relevant to the operational ideals City Council has for this community. In addition, the discussion determined a 4th category of developing a City of Molalla vision could help multiple entities prospers with a common understanding. Provide effective, efficient, and sustainable services while maintaining a healthy balanced budget. Provide a safe, livable community with a sense of pride and place. Actively engage in a community visioning process for the City of Molalla.
Responsibly manage growth and economic development while maintaining effective relationships with local, state, and regional partners. 1. Provide a safe, livable community with a sense of pride and place. ‐ Increase public awareness of community safety needs. ‐ Improve Community Policing Efforts (More of a presence). ‐ Increase awareness and value of having neighborhood watches. ‐ Continue development of new website to promote community awareness and information provisions. ‐ Continue ongoing changes to the website to utilize to its fullest potential. ‐ Promote a Downtown Development/Main Street program, improvements, and events. ‐ Work with local events as partners through participation. ‐ Promote green space and park improvements. 2. Provide effective, efficient, and sustainable services while maintaining a healthy balanced budget. ‐ Create and maintain a 5 Year strategic plan for the city to follow. ‐ Participate openly in the Annual Audit process & maintain an Unqualified Audit and prepare City of Molalla CAFR (Comprehensive Annual Financial Report). ‐ Work with ODOT to improve pedestrian crossings on Highway 211. ‐ Implement strategies using the Budget as the fiscal Master Plan for the City. ‐ Implement a water mainline replacement program. ‐ Maintain annual funding source for I&I (Inflow & Infiltration). ‐ Establish a funding source for annual street maintenance. ‐ Continue to identify ways to improve transportation connectivity and flow within the city. ‐ Construct a bike/pedestrian trail on the old rail line. ‐ Pursue additional land options for recycled water and bio solid placement ‐ Investigate possible infrastruction additions for collection and distribution. 3. Responsibly manage growth and economic development while maintaining effective relationships with local, state, and regional partners. ‐ Partner with Clackamas County Business and Economic Development, develop an economic development plan for Molalla. ‐ Begin process to examine public facilities including current and future needs through master planning. ‐ Continue working with State/County agencies to promote Highway 211 and Highway 213 improvements. ‐ Maintain our relationships with local, state and regional partners. ‐ Maintain our funding partnerships with Clackamas County and ODOT. ‐ Plan for all public building and facility upgrades, replacement and/or repurposing. ‐ Master plan for growth and current capacities ‐ Work with downtown property and business owners to examine downtown parking needs. 4. Actively engage in a community visioning process for the City of Molalla. ‐ Identify community stakeholders and form a focus group/committee. ‐ Begin groundwork for developing a strategic plan to actualize the vision. ‐ Aid groups and individuals in long‐term decision making. ‐ Identify how groups and individuals can play a part in bringing a community vision to fruition. RESOLUTION 2016 - 06
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOLALLA CITY COUNCIL
SUPPORTING THE DISPLAY OF THE NATIONAL MOTTO "IN GOD WE TRUST" IN THE
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN A PROMINENT LOCATION AT CITY HALL AND PUBLIC
MEETINGS.
WHEREAS, “In God We Trust" became the United States national motto on July 30, 1956, shortly
after our nation led the world through the trauma of World War II; and
WHEREAS, the words have been used on U.S. currency since 1864; and
WHEREAS, the same inspiring slogan is engraved above the entrance to the Senate
Chamber as well as above the Speaker's dais in the House of Representatives; and
WHEREAS, in both war and peace, these words have been a profound source of strength and
guidance to many generations of Americans; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to display this patriotic motto in the Council Chambers and Council
public meetings as a way to solemnize public occasions and express confidence in our society.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Molalla as follows:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Molalla, Oregon, does hereby determine that the
historic and patriotic words of our national motto, “In God We Trust,” shall be permanently and
prominently displayed in the Molalla Council Chambers at City Hall or locations of Council
public meetings.
Section 2. The City Recorder shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution and
enter it into the book of original resolutions.
Duly adopted by Molalla City Council on March 9, 2016.
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Mayor, Debbie Rogge
ATTEST this 9th Day of March, 2016
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City Recorder, Sadie Cramer
RESOLUTION 2016 - 06
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOLALLA RECOGNIZING THE
NATIONAL MOTTO AS "IN GOD WE TRUST"
WHEREAS, “In God We Trust" became the United States national motto on July 30, 1956, shortly
after our nation led the world through the trauma of World War II; and
WHEREAS, the words have been used on U.S. currency since 1864; and
WHEREAS, the same inspiring slogan is engraved above the entrance to the Senate
Chamber as well as above the Speaker's dais in the House of Representatives; and
WHEREAS, in both war and peace, these words have been a profound source of strength and
guidance to many generations of Americans; and
WHEREAS, the Molalla City Council desires to recognize and supports the national motto as “In
God We Trust”; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Molalla as follows:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Molalla, Oregon, does hereby recognize and
support that the historic and patriotic words of our national motto is, “In God We Trust”.
Section 2. The City Recorder shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution and
enter it into the book of original resolutions.
Duly adopted by Molalla City Council on March 9, 2016.
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Mayor, Debbie Rogge
ATTEST this 9th Day of March, 2016
_____________________________
City Recorder, Sadie Cramer
Service Provided By
It’s Here and it’s Free!!!
(Inside city limits only)
On the following Thursdays and Fridays
April 14th & 15th 2016
AND
April 28th – 29th 2016
See below for details & for additional questions please call Molalla Sanitary at 503-829-6183.
ITEMS YOU CAN DISCARD
*Garbage must be curbside, gray recycle carts not to exceed 65 pounds per container.
* Magazines and newspapers must be bundled or bagged and placed curbside.
*Other recyclables prepared and placed in separate bags as follows: Please don’t put recycling in plastic bags
 Glass bottles and jars - Clean and sort them by clear, green, brown glass categories. Labels and lids do
not have to be removed. Please NO window glass, china, Pyrex, etc.
 Aluminum – Remove all non-aluminum parts from item and then flatten. Foil, TV dinner trays, pop-tops
and out of state cans are acceptable.
 Tin - Remove tops and bottoms. Please make sure tin is clean and flattened.
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Motor oil – Pour up to 2 gallons of motor oil and auto lubricants into an unbreakable container with a
screw on lid. (Example: a bleach bottle with a screw on lid. Please mark the container as “Motor Oil”)
Cardboard - Needs to be flattened and tied neatly in a bundle. Brown paper bags may be included.
Sorry, wax-coated cardboard will not be accepted.
Yard Debris -Trimmings can be longer than 4 feet but need to be tied in bundles weighing no more than
25 pounds or in unbundled piles no longer than 3 feet by 4 feet long. Grass & small trimmings must be
put suitable containers weighing no more than 65 pounds.
Car/Pick-up Tires – New! Each address may put UP TO 4 car/pick-up tires without rims curbside.
Appliances – New! Household appliances smaller than a kitchen stove can be picked up at curbside.
Arrangements for kitchen stoves and appliances larger than that need to be made prior to pick up and may
be subject to a fee. Please contact Molalla Sanitary at 503-829-6183 for more information.
Bicycles, tricycles, metal swing set equipment and BBQ sets – New! Metal swing sets and BBQ sets
need to be broken down into manageable bundles for employees to handle. Items may be left curbside
until they are properly broken down.
****VERY IMPORTANT!****
ITEMS NOT INCLUDED OR ACCEPTED BY MOLALLA SANITARY AND HOW TO DISPOSE OF
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
TAKE CARE OF OLD PAINT AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFELY AT METRO
Metro accepts paint and hazardous materials at its Oregon City location, 2001 Washington St., across from
Home Depot, from 9 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday, year-round. No charge for residential
amount up to 35 gallons. As you go through the gate, look to the right and follow the signs for Hazardous
Waste. Need more information? Call Metro 503-234-3000 or go to www.oregonmetro.gov, Garbage and
Recycling, then Guide to Hazardous Waste.
HAZARDOUS WASTE MATERIALS – TAKE TO METRO
 Thinners and solvents
 Pool and Spa chemicals
 Batteries
 Antifreeze and other automotive fluids
 Household cleaners and disinfectants
 Aerosol spray products
 Propane tanks and bottles
 Sharps (medical syringes, needles and lancets)
 Art and hobby chemicals and minerals
 Mercury contained items
 Pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers and poisons
 Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs, fluorescent
tubes and ballasts)
MEDICATIONS
Unwanted human/pet medications – Can be dropped off at the Molalla Police Department 117 N Molalla Ave in
downtown Molalla.
LARGE ITEMS RELATING TO CARS, APPLIANCES AND OTHER BIG MISCELLANOUS ITEMS
To get a price quote and schedule a pick up time for big items larger than a kitchen stove, excess tires and other
items that might be in question, please call Molalla Sanitary at 503.829.6183.
RECYCLE OLD COMPUTERS, TVS, MONITORS AND OTHER ELECTRONICS
Recycle them for free through the Oregon E-Cycles program. Molalla’s Oregon E-Cycle location is the Goodwill
donation site at Bi-Mart, 514 W Main St. Hours: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM every day. The Oregon E-Cycles program
covers computers, laptops, monitors, and TVs. However, Goodwill also accepts and responsibly recycles other
electronics such as printers, fax machines, etc. For more information, call Goodwill at 503.233.6589.