Town of Butte Falls

The Butte Falls Community Forest Project aims to develop a sustainable economy by purchasing timber land, creating jobs through sustainable timber harvesting and non-wood forest product gathering, increasing industrial capacity, and developing tourist activities. It focuses on creating a sustainable community by adopting resilient forest practices, expanding the urban growth boundary, and developing management structures. The plan also aims to foster sustainable knowledge by creating a land lab for the local charter school, offering field trips, and providing research opportunities in woodland and stream management.

The council meeting addressed several key issues. A draft audit for fiscal year 2019/2020 was adopted. A 10-year agreement with Jackson County Roads and Parks was approved for water in exchange for road maintenance services. Resolution #616, accepting a $100,000 ODOT street grant for Truck Road repairs, was adopted, along with an inter-government agreement with RVCOG to manage the grant. The council voted to become a FireWise Community to improve wildfire preparedness. COVID-19 Infection Control Plans and the Oregon OSHA Covid-19 Workplace Policy were approved. An amendment to Ordinance #271.1 was adopted to create a more flexible Fire Department reserve account. Discussion was held regarding the potential re-zoning of Tax Lot #300 for residential development. A manufactured home and garage site plan on Truck Road was approved. A decision was made to waive six months of operation and maintenance charges and late fees for a property at 203 Fee Street under specific conditions.

The council meeting covered several key topics, including the review and payment of bills, the adoption of a COVID-19 Risk Assessment and Control Plan, and updates on fire management assistance grants. Discussions also included council training opportunities, the upcoming audit report, and various department-related expenditures and concerns. The council addressed issues such as the new generator for the lift station, the chlorine bulk tank installation, and ongoing problems with dogs at large and speeding. The mayor proposed becoming a FireWise Community, and the council discussed the training schedule for the new police officer. Finally, the council members discussed mandatory FEMA training and the use of Zoom for future mitigation committee meetings.

The council meeting addressed several key issues. An amendment to a lease agreement with Swell Technologies Inc. for water bottling was approved, following a presentation outlining significant expansion plans and the involvement of new partners. The council approved the nomination of community forest commissioners for various roles. Matthew Curtis was hired as a part-time police officer. Department reports were reviewed, including a fire department report and reports from administration, police, public works, and the mayor. Councilors provided reports on a Hero's Celebration and emergency communication issues related to the Obenchain Fire. Concerns were raised about the fire horn's noise level, and solutions were discussed. The purchase of a laptop computer for a patrol car was approved. Finally, the council noted the vacancy of the code enforcement officer position.

The council meeting addressed several key issues, including updates to the water and sewer billing policy, an amendment to Resolution #615 regarding budget categorization, and the adoption of Ordinance #342 establishing a Community Forest Commission. A decision was made to allocate up to $4,000 for painting and detailing the police car. A variance request for a movable carport was approved with conditions. Discussions also included a possible kidnapping attempt, the town beautification award recipient, and the gun club on Rancheria Road.