If voters approve this annexation, the applicants propose to develop a 16-lot single family residential subdivision on two of the parcels. There are no specific development plans for the two remaining enclaves. If the entire property develops at the density of the surrounding development, there will be 29 dwelling units with a density of 4.65 dwelling units per acre.

The property is located east of Landau Street SE in the 5700 block of Battlecreek Road SE, is designated in the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan as “Developing Residential.” Zoning of the property if annexed would be RA (Residential Agriculture) which permits agricultural activities and single family residential land uses.

If the property is developed as proposed by the applicants, the proposed annexation is estimated to create an annual benefit of $8,663 to the City’s General Fund (in year 2000 dollars). Planned level of service increases could correspondingly decrease the annexation’s fiscal benefit.

School funding for operations and maintenance is largely funded by the State School Fund Formula Revenues, including property taxes, state general purpose grant, etc. In fiscal year 2001-02, State School Fund Revenues provided $6,050 per student to the Salem-Keizer School District. In fiscal year 2001-02, the School estimates the annual cost per student to be $6,527. The difference between the State School Fund Revenues and estimated costs are made up through Exempt Resources, including interest earnings, beginning balance, etc. The School District estimates that 14 students, with a potential facility capital cost to the taxpayers of the School District of $65,173 could result from development of the property. Revenues to support capital costs are normally raised from voter passed bond measures.

The Salem Fire Department indicates a response time of one to two minutes. The Police Department indicates that an increase of 0.09 full time equivalent police officers would be required. The Public Works Department indicates that adequate services will be constructed by the developers at their cost. Community Services-Parks indicates that partial park service would be provided by the Lee/Battlecreek Park. The Salem Finance Department indicates the property would begin paying city property taxes in 2003-2004.

The urban growth policies of the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan may be reviewed on the City’s web site, at the Salem Public Library, and at the Salem City Hall, Department of Community Development, 555 Liberty Street SE, Salem, Oregon. Also, additional information and findings regarding the proposed annexation are contained in the staff reports dated June 10, 2002. Copies of the staff reports are available for public review on the City’s web site, at the Salem Public Library, and at the Salem City Hall, Department of Community Development, 555 Liberty Street SE, Salem, Oregon.

Submitted by,

Salem City Council