If voters approve the annexation, the applicants propose to build single family dwellings on two of the three existing lots. There is an existing single family dwelling on the third lot. Assuming residential densities as provided by the applicants, there will be three single family dwellings on with a density of 6.52 dwelling units per acre.

The property proposed for annexation is located east of Greencrest Street NE and north of Auburn Road NE. The property is within the Urban Growth Boundary, and is designated in the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan as “Developing Residential.” Zoning of the property, if annexed, would be RS (Single Family Residential). The RS zoning would permit single family dwellings on individual lots.

If the property is developed as proposed by the applicant, the proposed annexation is estimated to create an annual benefit of $554 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 one student, with a potential facility capital cost to the taxpayers of the School District of $10,000 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 five to six minutes. The Police Department indicates that the annexation would have minor impact on police services. The Public Works Department indicates that adequate services will be constructed by the developers at their cost. Community Services-Parks indicates that the property is within the Auburn School park service radii. 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