If voters approve this annexation, the applicant proposes to develop the subject property as a single family residential development composed of 62 lots (4.1 dwelling units/acre).

The property is located west of Sunnyside Road SE and south of Rees Hill Road SE, is designated in the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan as “Developing Residential.” If annexed, the City would zone the property RA (Residential Agriculture).

If the property is developed as proposed by the applicant, the proposed annexation is estimated to create an annual benefit of $57,558 to the City’s General Fund (in year 2004 dollars). Planned level of service increases could decrease the annexation’s fiscal benefit.

School operations and maintenance is largely funded by the State School Fund Formula Revenues, including property taxes, state general purpose grant, etc. In fiscal year 2003-04, State School Fund Revenues provided $5,867 per student to the Salem-Keizer School District. In fiscal year 2003-04, the School District estimates the annual cost per student to be $6,644. 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 the addition of 30 students because of the annexation and development. Because capacity exists, there would be no capital cost for additional facilities.

The Salem Fire Department indicates a response time would be four and one-half to five and one-half minutes. The Police Department indicates there would be the need for an increase of 0.25 full time equivalent police. The Public Works Department indicates that adequate services would be constructed by the developers at their cost. Community Services, Parks Planning, indicates that the subject area would be provided partial park service by Rees Park. The Salem Finance Department indicates that the property would begin paying city property taxes in 2005-2006.

The urban growth policies of the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan are available for review on the City’s web site (www.cityofsalem.net), 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 report dated May 24, 2004. Copies of 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,

C. Randall Tosh, City Attorney

City of Salem

No arguments in favor of or opposed to this measure were filed.