MEASURE NO. 24-193

City of Salem

Argument in Favor

VOTE “YES” ON ANNEXATION MEASURE 24-193

GENERAL
  • This annexation is 55.60 acres, which includes approximately 16-acres of public right-of-way. The Owner’s property is approximately 39-acres.

  • The Comprehensive Plan Designation is Developing Residential and Community Service. The zoning will be Residential Agriculture (approximately 9-acres), and Public Service, with limited uses permitted, (approximately 30-acres). No development is expected to take place in the near future. Annexation is necessary before the site can be master planned effectively.

GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY
  • The City Council held two public hearings on this annexation (C-561) and found it satisfies all annexation criteria, and complies with the policies of the Salem Comprehensive Plan, and the State planning goals.*

  • City Public Works concluded that adequate public services exist, or can be provided to the property.

  • The City Council determined that leaving the property outside the city prevents the orderly expansion of city services because gaps are created in the City’s infrastructure, and services within those gaps must be provided by the County. This results in inefficiencies and potential conflicts with the County.

PUBLIC BENEFIT
  • The City Council determined that after deducting the cost of supplying public services to the property, (which will not occur until it is developed), the annexation would generate an immediate surplus of $87,349.00 annually to the City from increased property taxes.

  • The developer will pay significant development charges and other contributions to the public infrastructure when the property is developed. Then, the tax base will also increase due to the increased value of the development.

SOUND GROWTH MANAGEMENT
  • The property adjoins the city limits on two sides.

  • A portion of the property is already within the City limits.

  • The property has been inside the Salem Urban Growth Boundary since the UGB was adopted over 20 years ago.

The Owner asks that you vote YES on Annexation Measure 24-193.

* All findings are in the City’s written Decision, case C-561.

(This information provided by William E. Colson, Managing General Partner, Colson & Colson Construction Co.

Managing Member of Chemawa Ventures, LLC, Owner)

The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by Marion County nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the argument. Marion County does not correct errors in spelling or grammar.

 
 
Five Reasons the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Urges Support of All 32 Annexations

As a Chamber, we encourage you to vote “Yes” for all 32 annexations for the following reasons:

Reason #1 - Expanding Salem’s Tax Base

All property owners have requested their land be annexed to the City of Salem. This will expand Salem’s tax base to pay for more city services without raising the tax burden on existing residents. These services include police and fire protection for our city as well as library services - all of which are needed in Salem.

Reason #2 - Fairness to Existing Residents

Property owners being annexed would begin paying their fair share for city services such as roads, parks and other amenities. A situation on Lancaster Avenue now exists where businesses that are not part of the city are utilizing city services and that’s not fair to other residents.

Reason #3 - Residents and Neighborhood Organizations Gave Input

These annexations were presented to the public at multiple hearings to allow residents to give their input and discuss the ideas proposed. After input was given and discussed, your City Council approved the annexations for the ballot.

Reason #4 - Thorough Review by City Staff

These annexations have been thoroughly reviewed by city staff to ensure that they are in compliance with Salem’s codes and regulations. These proposed annexations would be subject to the city’s stricter environmental and building standards than that of the county.

Reason #5 - The Land has been Designated for Future Growth Already

This land is already in the Urban Growth Boundary and is designated for future growth under the city’s 20-year comprehensive development plan. That means the city planned for future growth and these annexations are part of that measured, thoughtful master plan.

Approval of these annexations will mean more services and fairness for residents and businesses in Salem.

We urge you to vote “Yes”.

(This information provided by Mike McLaran, Salem Area Chamber of Commerce)

The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by Marion County nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the argument. Marion County does not correct errors in spelling or grammar.

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