APPROVED ON APRIL 8, 2015 BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AT THE WEEKLY BUSINESS SESSION General Discussion: March 17, 2015 9: 00 a. m.— BCC Conference Room Commissioners Cherryl Walker and Simon G. Hare( Commissioner Heck was unavailable); Linda McElmurry, Recorder Vice Chair Cherry) Walker called the meeting to order at 9: 01 a.m. 1. State of Oregon Scenic Bikeways( Bowen) Jon Bowen, Grants Pass Tourism presented and reviewed Exhibit A, an application for the Applegate Valley Loop bike route to be considered as an official scenic bikeway. He felt this program would help the region as the Travel Oregon site is well promoted. The Bikeways committee also supports this route through the wine region. He requested a letter of support from the Board to include in the application. The Board agreed to sign a letter of support and directed staff to create it and put it in their signature folder. 2. Other( ORS 192. 640( 1) ". . . notice shall include a list of the principal subjects anticipated to be considered at the meeting, but this requirement shall not limit the ability of a governing body to consider additional subjects.") Legal Counsel submitted Exhibit B for review and signature. It is an agreement between the Board and the Board of the 911 agency agreeing to implement the policy they have adopted which identifies which air ambulance should be dispatched based on the geographical location of the patient. Commissioner Hare agreed with the policy and said he felt the Board should create a press release saying the County was not making the policy but the recommendation actually made counsel for the 911 agency and outlining the benefits. if it doesn' t work, mediation Wally said he will present the memo to Jack Davis, is the next step. The Board agreed that proximity should equate to most timely response. Commissioner Hare said in the North East part of the state they are holding an aggregate and mineral summit and the Mining Advisory Committee has recommended holding a summit here in June or July. They would like to try and bring the state legislators down and discuss what can be done under the current law. Commissioner Walker wanted to ensure that this would be different than the summit held by the City last year. Commissioner Hare will have Dennis Dickson address the Board when Commissioner Heck is back. Commissioner Hare briefed the Board on the single point of access progress saying he met with Kirk Brust, Court and they agree there are some facility limitations. If they go forward with the current plan it would abandon the elevator and stair well in the justice building and there would be other constraints, such as Administrator ingress and egress for wheelchairs in the hallway. He said Kirk has acknowledged they might not be ready for this funding cycle. Commissioner Hare felt they need an evaluation from a structural security expert. Commissioner Walker said she has asked how much it would cost to put a glass door in the hallway for Legal Counsel. After a short discussion, staff was instructed to begin the process to create a temporary committee to plan the centennial commemoration. The meeting adjourned at 9: 42 a. m. EXHIBITS A Bike Route Application B Agreement for 911 Agency f A t., 1••• Ti•- S GP RIDEWITH 0....\..0 1 1 —......".• 4 1 V% L., ` i feet i i I mese com. 1353 N,e• . . stae' 1353/- Azi4, , i 6 44. ridewthgps. 9 40. OpenStrMap, miles,+ 4 45. 1 37. 4 33. Li 0 c ko Rogue L 7 29. 0 26. 3 22. 6 PaS ,.- . P\ 16. 111°. z Loop i 9 - 14. 140„ 4. P0an RAW/ Valey Aplegat • AVflU m , 1 11. Lower 4 7. q- PI 7 3. r t.R - ti feet 1289 0 1053 974 0. 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Valey 2 1 3 6 4 , 2 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 1. 0 1 0 3 0. 0. 1. 0. 0. 0. 0 1 1 4 6 8 9 0 2 0. 0. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 2. 2. 2. 2. 4. 3 -, 4- Pi 4- 4- 1 3 -7 , 2 4 0 -3 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 1 I Aplegat 5 9 5 miles. + 0 2. 0 0 I 0 48/- 6 6 9 0 3 0 3 4 43. 43. 43. 44. 44. 45. 45. 45. Most Important Features for a State Designated Scenic Bikeway Does your proposed route have ALL ten items? STATE PARKS Nature HISTORY Discovery 1. Natural scenery with dramatic and diverse views of mountains, forests or deserts, wildlife, lakes and rivers. 2. Human- made scenery with multiple opportunities to experience a variety of points of interest such as buildings, heritage sites, or expansive agricultural landscapes. 3. Pleasing sounds such as birds, the sound of quiet, moving water, or a vibrant downtown that adds to the experience of the ride. 4. Pleasing smells—such as fresh air, the scent of greenery or trees. Think of all the pleasing smells you notice on a bike but probably miss in a car. 5. Road conditions that are in good enough shape to qualify for one of the best rides in Oregon. Gravel routes can be considered!) 6. Roads with light vehicle traffic and not many large trucks. 7. Riding space with a shoulder or bike lane, a paved path or traffic is so light that there is little need for separation. 8. 9. Strong road jurisdiction support including support from 41111. Forest Service, and BLM. The application must contain letters of support. 1111111. 11111111,, ODOT, A dedicated local proponent group who is willing and available to put time and energy into designing the best route, which includes engaging local businesses, inventorying the signs, working with the tourism groups and sustaining the route over time. 10. A diverse proponent group, which ideally is made up of cyclists, tourism representatives, government representatives and business owners. r Y Route Evaluation Form Scenic Bikeway Criteria Route Characteristics i Best: Moderate: 5 Points 1 i i i 4 points Minimal: 3 Points 2 Points 1 Point Natural Qualities The route offers multiple opportunities for viewing natural qualities with a high degree of The variation, variation, qualities with strong contrast, unique dramatic settings and shapes, unusual combinations of route offers moderate opportunities shapes, interesting The route offers minimal for viewing natural some degree of strong contrast, dramatic opportunities for viewing natural qualities with little unique degree of variation, strong settings and contrast, unique shapes, unusual combinations of landforms, color, vegetation, wildlife, bodies of water, etc. interesting landforms, vegetation, wildlife, dramatic settings and unusual color, bodies combinations of interesting of landforms, color, vegetation, wildlife, bodies of water, etc. water, etc. Human- made Qualities The route offers multiple The opportunities to view, visit and/ or opportunities to view, visit and/ or experience a experience interest of points of variety buildings, such as agricultural human- The route offers minimal opportunities to view, visit and/ or experience humanmade qualities of interest. The made qualities of interest. The route structures, objects, sites, heritage sites, whole route offers moderate may intersect sub- divisions or forms of block and strip districts or expansive landscapes. route travels through other development for distances of subdivisions or other forms of less block and strip development than 2 miles. for distances of 2 miles or greater. Sensory Qualities Most of the route offers engaging variety experiences of Some an sensory including the route offers a Large portions of the route travel through areas that are variety of sensory experiences. Some portions of the a mix of pleasant sounds, odors and of moderate tactile drab, noisy and smelly. route may travel through areas opportunities. that are drab, noisy and smelly. Route Conditions Best: 5 Points Moderate: 3 Points 4 points Minimal: 2 Points 1 Point Route Surface Smooth surface. Surface Smooth surface, regularly maintained debris. cracking. Surface generally clear of debris. clear of with some Rough surface or surface in need of serious repair. Debris frequently encountered. Traffic Volume Include subjective rating and traffic counts where Motor vehicle traffic volume is actual moderate with some available.) trucks. large Motor vehicle traffic volume is high consisting of large trucks and cars. Motor vehicle traffic volume is low with few or no large trucks. Traffic Speeds ( posted The posted and limit are actual speed low; less than 30 mph. & actual ) The posted and actual speed limit are moderate; 40- 45 The posted and actual speed limit are above 55- 65 mph. mph Route Separation Bicyde traffic is vehicle traffic path, separated by bike lane, from a separate or wide Bicycle traffic is separated from vehicle traffic by a There is little separation between bicycle and vehicle moderate shoulder. traffic. shoulder. 1 March. 11, 2015 To: EIAMC Jon Bowen 11= Grants Pass Tourism Director 577- From: Darcy Englen Chairman of Grants Pass/Josephine County Bikeways and Walkways Committee At the March 10th Bikeways and Walkways Committee meeting we unanimously supported the submission of a local rides to the Oregon Scenic Bikeways Program it is the: Applegate Valley Loop —Great loop around Applegate Valley with farms, vineyards, parks and mostly flat route. Southern Oregon has so much to offer and these two rides are only a start of the great rides in the area. We have abundant wildlife, quiet roads, better weather and the same beautiful Oregon that the rest of the state enjoys! Please let us know how we can help in this process. Sincerely, cc: rcy Englen dnzeamsn. com 541) 218- 1593 Lora Glover Parks & City of Community Development Dir. Grants Pass 1' Ctu O. County Court of Grant County Judge Mark R. Webb Commissioner Scott W. Myers Commissioner Boyd Britton January 25, 2011 Alexandra Phillips Bicycle Recreation Coordinator 725 Summer Street NE, Ste. C Salem, OR 97301- 0792 RE: Wild West Scenic Bikeway Dear Oregon State Scenic Bikeway Committee, The Grant County Court continues to support The Wild West Scenic Bikeway that loops in and about Grant County. It will pass Prairie City, Austin Junction, Galena, Long Creek, Monument, Kimberly, Dayville, Mount Vernon and John Day. It will include Grant County Road 20 that runs along the Middle Fork of the John Day River, from the new Bates State Park to State Highway 395. The Scenic Bikeway will help increase tourism and recreation in the area and have a positive economic impact on area businesses. It will also expose people from outside the county to other new and exciting recreational opportunities as well as provide bikers with some of the best scenery and biking experiences to be found anywhere. Sincerely, Mark R. Webb Grant County Judge 201 S. Humbolt St, Ste 280 Canyon City OR 97820 Phone 541- 575-0059 Pax 541-575-0065 SCENIC Mawr MRTOPY 24 BIKEWAYS ire eI r A. K. t7'• 411, r Department of Transportation on Region 2 455 Air10c1 I& Rtt :..., u« r May 5. L O1 iF: H LI H 4 M1: J'9;, 533- 976- 260- FAk 2011 Alexandra Phillips; Bicycle Recreation Coordinator Oregon Parks and Recreation Department 725 Summer Street; N. E. Salem, OR 97301 Re; Three Sisters Sconic Bikeway Application— ODOT Letter of Support Dear Ms. Phillips, Tho Oregon Department of transportation( ODOT) Rogion 2 is pleased to provide our support for the Three Sisters Scenic Bikeway Application and designation. In addition to the economic benefits of bicycle tourism, 01) 01 believes that promoting bicycling has positive health and transportation benefits as well. Tourism in Central Oregon encourages healthy lifestyles, and encouraging bicycling has the potontial to reduce vehicular trips on the highway system. We look forward to this action improving the regional, multi- modal connectivity between the Willamette Valley and Central Oregon. Ploasc Int us know if there is any way we can be of further assistance. Sincerely. frA452-- Eryca cCartin Region 2 Manager Cc: via email; alexphilNpsAstate. or us David z BlairOwvden. serrate. aoV o IenbatesQbend ca ble, corn oma 1 SCENIC emir H STOA. Discovery 23 GOD BIKEWAYS 4/4/ 13i- i- 7I . DCsc enerv- 5 -1 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING JOSEPHINE COUNTY, a Political Subdivision of the State of Oregon (" County"), and the 9- 1- 1 AGENCY, an intergovernmental agency established per ORS 401. 710 et seq, acting by and through its Intergovernmental Board of Directors, (" Agency"), hereby agree as follows: WHEREAS, the Josephine County Emergency Medical Services Treatment Protocols, Section 7. 4, authorizes the use of air- medical helicopter transport for patients with time- critical injuries or illnesses, and WHEREAS, on January 29, 2015, the Board of County Commissioners for Josephine County, a governing body, unanimously adopted Resolution 2015-006, which urged the Josephine County 9- 1- 1 Agency to adopt a policy that prescribes the dispatch of air ambulance services solely on the basis of proximity to the incident scene rather than on some other preferential basis, and WHEREAS, ambulance to the on February patient," 17, 2015 the 9- 1- 1 Board approved the adoption of, " the closest air protocol that its advising physician, Martin P. Hill, M. D. had issued, and WHEREAS, the 9- 1- 1 Agency has instead implemented a system of air ambulance company rotation, and WHEREAS, on March 15, 2015, Dr. Hill issued a letter to the 9- 1- 1 Board which called for the closest air ambulance protocols, without a system of company rotation, to be implemented no later than 8: 00am on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, and WHEREAS, ORS 403. 160( 1) requires that all disputes between a governing body and a 9- 1- 1 jurisdiction must be mediated if a dispute cannot be resolved in accordance with a written agreement, now, therefore, The Josephine County Board of Commissioners and the 9- 1- 1 Agency, acting by and through its Board, formally agree that the 9- 1- 1 Agency shall immediately implement a protocol of calling for the closest air ambulance service, when applicable pursuant to Section 7. 4 of the EMS protocols, and shall not at any time adhere to a protocol that is based on a system of rotating between provider companies. JOSEPHINE COUNTY 9- 1- 1 Agency BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Cherryl Walker, Vice- Chair Liaison to the 9- 1- 1 Board 1— Memorandum of Understanding Jim Polk, Chair S
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