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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-07-23 Housing PACKET Ashland Housing Commission Regular Meeting Agenda rd Thursday July 23 2009: 4:30 – 6:30pm Community Development Building - 51 Winburn Way 1. (4:30) Approval of Minutes (5 min) June 25th 2009, regular meeting Minutes 2. (4:35) Public Forum (5 min) 3.(4:40)Sub-committee Reports (25 min) Subcommittee Reports Liaison Reports Finance (none) Council (Voisin) Education (none) Parks Commission(Hauck) Land Use (7-8-09) School Board(Frost) Planning Commission(Benjamin) SOU(Amoratico) Staff(Linda Reid) 4.(5.05)Council Goals Overview Presentation (45 min) Council Liaison-Carol Voisin Q & A 5.(5:50)Preservation of Vulnerable Properties Discussion(30 min) HC Goal # 3 th 6.(6:20)June 25 2009 MeetingAgenda Items (5 min) Commissioner items suggested(5 min) Quorum Check – Commissioners not available to attend upcoming regular meetings should declare their expected absence. 7.(6.25)Upcoming Events and Meetings (5 min) thst August 4 2009 7PM City Council Meeting-HC Ordinance 1 Reading thnd August 18 2009 7PM City Council Meeting-HC Ordinance 2 Reading Next Housing Commission Regular Meeting th 4:30-6:30 PM; Thursday August 27 2009 Community Development Building 9. (6:30) Adjournment In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Community Development office at 541-488-5305 (TTY phone is 1-800-735-2900). Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting(28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title 1). ASHLAND HOUSING COMMISSION MINUTES June 25, 2009 CALL TO ORDER Chair Steve Hauck called the meeting to order at 4:34 p.m. at the Community Development and Engineering Services Building, 51 Winburn Way, Ashland, OR 97520. Commissioners Present: SOU Liaison: Alex Amarotico, Absent Steve Hauck, Chair Richard Billin Council Liaison: Carol Voisin Graham Lewis Aaron Benjamin Staff Present:: Regina Ayars Linda Reid, Housing Specialist Bill Smith Carolyn Schwendener, Account Clerk Nick Frost, arrived at 4:45 Commissioners Absent: Alice Hardesty APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the May 28, 2009 regular meeting were approved with spelling corrections. Voice Vote: Approved. PUBLIC FORUM No one came forth to speak. REPORTS AND UPDATES Subcommittee Report Finance – None Education - None Land Use –None Liaison Reports Council – None Parks - None School Board – None Planning – Ayars inquired if the Planning Commission is working on an alternative proposal to what the consultants have proposed for the Croman site. The Commissioners explained that the Planning Commissioners have taken what the consultants came up with and are working on modifications and adjustments to that. Lewis said an Ad Hoc Committee was formed with representatives from all the commissions who will be looking at it sometime in July with a goal of presenting their recommendation to the Council by September. SOU- none Staff – Reid said the City Council heard the Housing recommendation for the use of the CDBG proposals. The Council did not go with the Housing Commissions recommendation but instead decided to fund the public improvements and partially fund the conservation program. $16,500 was awarded for the public facilities improvement (replacement of eleven wheelchair ramps along five blocks on Iowa Street) and $33,650 was awarded for the conservation program (weatherization for low income home owners or renters). The Housing Authority did receive the Consolidated Funding Cycle (CFC)award from Oregon Housing and Community Services for the Snowberry Brook Development. Reid explained that the low income Housing tax credits in the amount of $825,000 is per year for ten years. Essentially the State awarded the Housing Authority $825,000 in tax credits which they sell to businesses to get tax write offs. Because the tax credit award is spread out over ten years its equivalent of 8 million dollars. ASHLAND HOUSING COMMISSION 1 MINUTES June 25, 2009 STUDENT FAIR HOUSING ORDINANCE DISCUSSION Reid introduced Jayme Rabenburg and Molloy Good from the Fair Housing Council. Both were present to introduce the Draft Analysis of Impediments which the City contracted to use CDBG funds for last year. It’s a CDBG requirement that we periodically look at impediments to Fair Housing Choice within the City, stated Reid. The City has not done one since 1997. Ms. Rabenburg and Mr. Molloy reviewed the Dane County Fair Housing Ordinance as an example of language that the City of Ashland could use in writing their ordinance. They also referred to Multnomah County, the City of Portland and Corvallis who have adopted age as a protected class. Reid suggested that perhaps the next step would be to get a survey from the students and find out what types of discrimination they encounter. What reason are they most commonly being given? Reid said it’s a goal of the Housing Commission to create the Ordinance but it is not on the Council goals at this time so it might not be well received. The Commissioners decided to wait until the next meeting when Alexandra Amarotico, the SOU Liaison, might be present to form an Ad Hoc committee to discuss the ordinance. The Commissioners will be adding language to the already existing ordinance. Lucy Edwards, City of Ashland CERT coordinated asked whether the need to amend the City’s Fair Housing Ordinance to include students as a protected class may have changed due to the economy because now many more rentals are available and landlords may look at students more favorably to fill vacant units. FAIR HOUSING COUNCIL OF OREGON PRESENTATION Molloy Good, Executive Director of the Fair Housing Council of Oregon explained that the Fair Housing Council is a private non profit organization, and has a mission to eliminate all illegal housing discrimination throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington. They accomplish this mission by helping assist people with enforcement along with educating and outreach to the general public. The Analysis of Impediments comes as a legal requirement for any jurisdiction that receives CDBG money. This is an opportunity for the City to remedy problems that exist. In preparation of their report the Fair Housing Council of Oregon sought input from Ashland community members, local government officials, housing industry professionals and public and private social service agencies that serve the Ashland community. Nearly every participant mentioned concerns over illegal discrimination. Most agreed that discrimination against families with children was the biggest problem, particularly affecting families with three or more children and/or teenagers. Mr. Malloy highlighted three main areas of concern within the City. Race, primarily African Americans Familial status – Mainly families with children under the age of 18. In the majority of the community interviews that were conducted the feedback they got was that the discrimination that was occurring was directed at families with children Families with disabilities Mr. Malloy said an important impediment is the lack of resources and knowledge in the community to be responsive to fair housing issues. The Fair Housing Council’s recommendation would be to conduct more training to housing providers, housing consumers and social service agencies. They suggested that Ashland partner with Medford and the State of Oregon to create a Regional Fair Housing Organization located in Southern Oregon that could then respond to training and enforcement needs. In 2010 there will be a new census. The Fair Housing Council recommends the City to go back and look at the demographic data to update it. They would encourage asking the question “How does Southern Oregon University affect the population of Ashland”. They would also encourage the City to make students a protected class. PUBLIC HEARING-ANALYSIS OF IMPEDIMENTS HUD representative Todd Adkins was present at the meeting. Mr. Adkins thanked The Fair Housing Council and the Housing Commissioners for their time and for examining the impediments to fair housing choice that were identified within the city and which are a very important aspect of insuring safe decent and affordable housing for all of the City’s citizens. Hauck opened the public hearing on the Analysis of Impediments: With no one present to speak no testimony was heard and the public hearing was closed. Hauck, Ayars and Bill Smith volunteered to be on the Consolidated plan ad-hoc sub committee. TH JULY 23 2009 MEETING AGENDA ITEMS Quarum-Lewis probably will not be at the next meeting. ASHLAND HOUSING COMMISSION 2 MINUTES June 25, 2009 UPCOMING EVENTS AND MEETINGS st August 4, 2009 7 PM City Council Meeting-HC Ordinance 1 Reading nd August 18, 2009 7PM City Council Meeting-HC Ordinance 2 Reading Next Housing Commission Regular Meeting 4:30-6:30 PM; Thursday July 23, 2009 Community Development Building ADJOURNMENT – The meeting was adjourned at 6:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted by, Carolyn Schwendener, Account Clerk ASHLAND HOUSING COMMISSION 3 MINUTES June 25, 2009 (7/17/2009) Linda Reid - Land Use Subcommittee MinutesPage 1 From:"Regina Ayars" <reginariley@jeffnet.org> To:<wbsmith@alumni.iu.edu>, "'Graham Lewis'" <glewis@97520.net> CC:"'Linda Reid'" <reidl@ashland.or.us>, "'Regina Ayars'" <reginariley@jeff... Date:7/17/2009 2:53 PM Subject:Land Use Subcommittee Minutes Minutes: Land Use Subcommittee July 16th 3-4PM Present: Regina ayars, Graham Lewis, Bill Smith, Linda Reid Guest: Tom Bradley, ACLT -Acquires land that is held in perpetuity and partners with affordable housing provider to primarily offer For Sale property but some rentals -Board includes Bill Molnar and Brandon Goldman, Planning Department. -ACLT is very interested in working with housing Commission and the city to ensure that additional Clay street property is built out with green/environmentally sound designs -ACLT gets funds through CDBG. Last project with CDBG funding was duplex on Bridge. Committee discussed: 1.Data will be collected prior to November election decision on food tax but RFP will not be issued until beginning of December. Without food tax, Parks will not be able to purchase the 3.7 acres and combined acreage will be 5.1 acres on Clay. Data collected for the Consolidated Plan will be helpful in developing the RFP. 2.Data will help determine RFP criteria: 80-120% income levels, rental or For Sale, what type of housing is needed (1-2-3 bedroom units) 3.Combining Rental properties (JCHA project) with market rate for sale units will create a more integrated neighborhood 4.Committee will host a meeting inviting potential developers to give input on project design prior to issuing the RFP NO meeting in August June 2009 Dear City of Ashland Commission, The City Council recently approved a draft set of values, a draft vision statement and 15 two-year goals. Now it is interested in your feedback on all three. The values are supposed to represent what is most important to us as a community. The vision statement describes the long term direction towards which Ashland should be moving. And the two-year goals are concrete policy actions the Council expects to focus on through July of 2011. Ideally all three (values, goals, vision) would be completely consistent with each other. In the real world, however, there are often tensions among the three. It is the purpose of our community dialogue to refine, clarify and better align these three elements. We expect to review a revised list of values and a revised vision statement to the Council in November. Input regarding the goals will feed into the Council's goal setting process for Fiscal 2011, which begins next January. Your Council liaison will meet with you soon for a group discussion of the values, goals and vision AND we would appreciate your individual opinions as well. We're interested in hearing from you about the draft values statement, the draft vision statement and the two-year goals. We're also interested in more subtle points about how a particular idea could be better expressed or formulated. If you have any questions about this process, please contact Ann Seltzer at 552 2106. Thank you for your help. We're looking forward to your response. Sincerely, The City Council and Mayor PS The Council is seeking broad citizen input via a number of channels including on-line response forms, speakers’ bureaus etc. Please help spread the word to your friends and neighbors and encourage their participation in this important work. 2009-2010 CITY COUNCIL GOALS OVERVIEW The City Council has set goals for the next 12 to 24 months to continue Ashland’s history as a community that focuses on sustaining itself and its people. To us, sustainability means using, developing and protecting resources at a rate and in a manner that enables people to meet their current needs and also provides that future generations can meet their own needs. The City of Ashland has a responsibility towards sustainability in six primary areas: o Economy o Environment o Social Equity o Municipal Organization o Public Facilities o Partnerships ECONOMY Goal Proposed for Adoption Estimated Staff and Budget Next Steps/ Actions Develop and implement a compre-1 FTE Overall Plan estimated to be formally hensive economic development $150,000 presented to Council in March/ April strategy for the purpose of: Included in Budget 2010. Tentative discussion with o Diversifying the economic base of the Council about proposed work plan in community July 2009 o Supporting creation and growth of businesses that use and provide local and Outstanding Issues: regional products o Increasing the number of family-wage jobs - Enterprise Zones in the community - Urban Renewal o Leveraging the strengths of Ashland’s tourism and repeat visitors Complete Croman Mill Master Plan Work on Croman assigned to staff in Croman land use code adoption and develop an implementing strategy Planning and Administration estimated completion is Nov. 2009 for funding and infrastructure for Croman Funds included in Comm. Dev. Croman infrastructure/ Budget for consulting services as implementation discussion begins neededAugust 2009 - Developer financing options - Grant Availability - Urban Renewal Increase the clarity, responsiveness, Project includes all departments that Estimated kick off after water and certainty of the development take part in the development approval resource ordinance complete: First process.process (Comm. Dev., PW, Fire, and step is to form interdept team. Electric). This will require each Second step is to identify key points Department to allocate staff time in the development review (from pre- accordingly.app.to final inspection) to accomplish coordinated, responsive multi- department actions Goals for City Council Adoption – June 16, 2009 Page1 2009-2010 CITY COUNCIL GOALS ENVIRONMENT Goal Proposed for AdoptionEstimated Staff and Budget Next Steps/ Actions Develop an integrated land use and No additional staff. Consulting Waiting on Grant Award transportation plan to increase the resources will be needed. viability of transit, bicycles, walking Project begins after beginning of and other alternative modes of Budgeted project cost of $350,000 Fiscal Year. transportation; reduce per capita automobile vehicle miles traveled; Use Transportation Commission and Estimated timeline of two years. provide safe walking and bicycling Planning Commission routes to home, work, shopping and Includes rate/ financing study. Also schools; implement environmentally includes amendments to responsible design standards, and comprehensive plan and land use minimize new automobile-related code. infrastructure. Adopt an integrated Water Master No additional staff. Extensive Project begins after beginning of Plan that addresses long-term water consulting resources will be needed. fiscal year. supply including climate change issues, security and redundancy, Total Budget is $440,000. Estimated timeline of 2 years. watershed health, conservation and Approximately 25% covered by reuse, and stream health. grant.Includes rate/ financing study. Implement specific capital projects Project involves staff in Project begins this summer. First step and operational programs to ensure Conservation, Public Works, and includes collection of usage and cost that City facilities and operations are Administration. Work in first fiscal of electricity, natural gas, fuel, water, a model of efficient use of water, year estimated to take about 320 garbage and hazmat. energy, land, and other key resources hours or a total of 8 weeks of FTE nd time.In 2 step, City will obtain carbon- calculator software to evaluate most Specific projects will need to be cost-effective methods to address estimated and scheduled after carbon footprint. assessment. Third step is evaluating possible improvements. Projects to be incorporated into CIP. Adopt land use codes, building codes, Staffing provided by long range Sustainable Development Guidelines and fee structures that creates strong planning section of Community will be evaluated as part of Croman incentives for new development that Development. Building inspection Mill Site Redevelopment Plan, with is energy, water, and land efficient and conservation staff will also be possible citywide application. The and supports a multi-modal involved. guidelines will likely address: transportation system Conservation of natural water Professional services monies will systems likely be allocated to assist with Green surface parking systems illustrations associated with the Storm-water Run-off (greens development of green development streets and parking areas) guidelinesLow impact building design Low impact site development Review Architecture 2030 Reduction of construction waste Standards? Work with the Oregon Building Codes Divisions to make Green “Building Code” alternatives available. Existing examples of pre- engineered, locally approved (by the Building Official) design alternatives include: rain water infiltration, catchments and harvesting systems Develop a strategy to use Requires three times more Will be considered in FY 2011 conservation and local renewable conservation in Ashland than already budget. sources to meet Tier 2 power in place. demands by 2014 Staff will continue to work on Likely will require 1 to 2 additional conservation and alternative energy FTE for conservation, and a total generation projects. budget increase of between $400,000 and $450,000 per year. Up to 40% this may be off-set by federal dollars and other conservation incentives Goals for City Council Adoption – June 16, 2009 Page2 2009-2010 CITY COUNCIL GOALS SOCIAL EQUITY Goal Proposed for AdoptionEstimated Staff and Budget Next Steps/ Actions Complete the development of Primary staffing will include the Phase One – HAJC Project affordable housing on the Clay Street Housing Program Specialist (.25 Complete sub-recipient property FTE) and participation from current agreements and monitoring of the and long range staff (.2 FTE). road improvements as required by Additionally, some professional CDBG. services monies could be allocated to Time line – July 2009 – Dec. 2010 site plan development for phase II (the remainder of the property not Phase Two – Remainder of the associated with the Housing Property Authority project). Develop the RFP for the build out of the 1.25 or 5 acre remainder (depends on Parks ) Work with the Housing Commission to determine housing needs for the site Get RFP reviewed and approved by Council, Issue, review, selection - public hearings for disposition of public property Contract negotiation / Developer agreement. Time line – July 2009 – July 2010 Conduct a comprehensive study of UnknownDevelop cost estimate and budget Ashland’s homeless proposal Will be estimated prior to FY 2011 budget process Coordinate with 2010 U.S. Census ORGANIZATION Estimated Staff and Budget Next Steps/ Actions Goal Proposed for Adoption Develop plan for fiscal stability, Staff was added to assist 1.Establish FY 2010-2011 budget manage costs, prioritize services, and Administrative Services in FY 2009. with existing target ending fund insure key revenue streams for the balances (August 2009) City and Parks & Recreation. No consulting resources were added.2.Schedule a study session on If outside evaluations are needed, revised target EFBs, debt levels, they will need to be discussed in FY tax-rate-fee implications, service 2011 budget. level alternatives and timeline (October – November 2009) 3.Report to Council on progress (January 2010) 4.Adoption of targets for FY 2010- 2011 budget (March 2010) 5.Annual report and desired adjustments (January-February each year). Address issues the stability of the No new staff will be added. Classification part of study will create organization including employee fair, justifiable classification system, recruitment and retention; succession Classification/ Compensation Study is to attempt to resolve issues related to planning; and effective and increased underway at cost of $55,000. specific classifications and to step use of citizen volunteers. system. Financial resources have not been identified for other pieces such as Compensation study will help the leadership dev. training, employee City determine how our package recognition or a volunteer use compares to the market and provide expansion plan. Some work can be data to analyze Personnel costs. The done with cross training and with time-line for the Study is 3-4 expansion of existing programs. months. Staff will work with Other improvements will be Council on an implementation plan considered with FY 2011 budget. Goals for City Council Adoption – June 16, 2009 Page3 2009-2010 CITY COUNCIL GOALS PUBLIC FACILITIES Goal Proposed for AdoptionStaff/ Budget Next Steps/ Actions Develop a plan to replace Fire Station No new staffing needed Currently working to ensure all #2required planning steps to build Fire No funds are currently available. Station #2 have been met in order to respond to “shovel ready” requirements for Federal Stimulus funds (Estimate Fall 2009) Staff proposes to apply for funds through Department of Homeland Security when guidelines are published (expected in Summer 2009). Refine a long term strategy for the No new staffing proposed Convene Council Committee Ashland Fiber Network that improves discussed when AFN business plan its financial viability, provides high was adopted by Council (July/ August quality services to residents, and 2009) promotes healthy economic development. Apply for stimulus funds for Wi-Max and network expansion PARTNERSHIPS Goal Proposed for AdoptionEstimated Staff and Budget Next Steps/Actions Foster strong collaboration of the No additional Staff needed. local community, City, State and Federal leaders in efforts to improve Requires extensive Mayor/Council the health of the Ashland watershed involvement through reducing fire hazards and restoring forest health Restore rail service to and through No additional staff needed 1.Meet with other partner Ashlandgovernments Need cost estimate on technical and 2.Meeting with current service legal framework for any solution. providers, 3.Continue to establish partnerships Council has requested budget with regional jurisdictions in both information. California and Oregon, 4.Keep Oregon legislators informed 5.Seek State and Federal financial assistance. Goals for City Council Adoption – June 16, 2009 Page4 City of Ashland Draft Vision June 2009 Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion VISION STATEMENTS accurate vision vision for the for the Ashland Ashland of the of the future. future. Ashland is a strikingly beautiful town, nestled on the edge of the Siskiyou Mountains. Ashland is a small, safe, and welcoming place. Residents enjoy the urban amenities of a university town and a center for world-class outdoor recreation and performing and visual arts. Comments on this vision statement. Ashland has vibrant neighborhoods. Young singles, families, children, and seniors live in diverse housing types throughout the town. People know their neighbors, and they work together to care for each other. Children walk and bicycle to their neighborhood schools, and AshlandÓs school system is one of the best in the nation. Every resident can find shopping, recreation, and open space within an easy walk from their homes. Comments on this vision statement. 1 City of Ashland Draft Vision June 2009 Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion VISION STATEMENTS accurate vision vision for the Continued for the Ashland Ashland of the of the future. future. AshlandÓs residents treasure the natural environment. Salmon spawn in AshlandÓs creeks. Solar panels gather energy on rooftops, community gardens dot the parks, drought tolerant plants grace yards, parks and open spaces. The community cleans and re- uses its stormwater and effluent so no drop is wasted. It is as easy to walk and bike in Ashland as it is to drive. Ashland is connected to the Rogue Valley and the entire West coast through strong transit and rail systems. Population growth is managed, making efficient use of land and ensuring the community is vibrant. Comments on this vision statement. Residents and visitors share AshlandÓs lively downtown. Ashland is eclectic and funky, and peoplesÓ differences are treasured, not just tolerated. Visitors return to Ashland year after year to refresh themselves, to hike, bike, and ski, to learn, and to experience the performing and visual arts. Community events and festivals allow locals, regional residents, and visitors to share music, food, and ideas. Comments on this vision statement. 2 City of Ashland Draft Vision June 2009 Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion VISION STATEMENTS accurate vision vision for the continued for the Ashland Ashland of the of the future. future. Ashland supports businesses that are committed to family-wage jobs and AshlandÓs environmental ethic. The business community has a strong working relationship with Southern Oregon University, and university graduates find ample, rewarding employment in Ashland and the region. Small businesses thrive, and entrepreneurs choose to start and grow their businesses here. Comments on this vision statement. A wilderness is a short hike away from the downtown plaza. AshlandÓs forests are healthy and managed to support the unique habitat of the Siskiyou Mountains, support recreation, provide clean drinking water, and ensure Ashland is safe from forest fire. Comments on this vision statement. The City of Ashland is respected in Oregon and the region as an innovative, effective, efficient, and well run municipal government. The City is well connected to its citizens, and is responsive to citizen and business needs. The City is an employer of choice to high quality professionals who have chosen public service as a career. Comments on this vision statement. 3 City of Ashland Draft Vision June 2009 Please list other visions statements for the Ashland of the future. 4 City of Ashland DRAFT Values June 2009 As members of the Ashland City Council, we value: Good Government Yes, I value No, I don’t value No opinion a.Transparent, honest, responsive b.Strong, creative leadership c.Excellent public service d.Stewards of public resources e.Active, intelligent respectful citizen involvement f.Volunteerism in government and community Other suggested values for Good Government Natural Environment Yes, I value No, I don’t value a.Beauty and Quality b.Enhance quality of air, water, land, open spaces, wildlife habitat c.Treasure parks, natural areas and recreational opportunities Other suggested values for Natural Environment 1 City of Ashland DRAFT Values June 2009 Responsible Land UseYes, I value No, I don’t value No opinion a.Development that makes efficient use of land, water and energy b.Development that maintains our architectural heritage c.Development that protects our relationship to nature and emphasizes quality design d.Strong neighborhoods e.Efficient public infrastructure and public services Other suggested values for Responsible Land Use 4. Free Expression Yes, I value No, I don’t value No opinion a.A creative climate that invites an open exchange of diverse ideas b.The social, economic, and creative contributions of the arts, cultural activities and community events. Other suggested values for Free Expression 2 City of Ashland DRAFT Values June 2009 DiversityYes, I value No, I don’t value No opinion a.A community that invites and respects the individuality and contributions of all people Other suggested values for Diversity EconomyYes, I value No, I don’t value No opinion a.A business community that is attuned with our environmental and social aspirations. b.An economy that capitalizes on community assets and allows our homegrown entrepreneurs to succeed c.An economy that creates community wealth, supports arts and culture, connects to Southern Oregon University and supports high quality public services. d.A diverse economy that provides employment and economic choices for individuals and families Other suggested values for Economy 3 City of Ashland DRAFT Values June 2009 IndependenceYes, I value No, I don’t value No opinion a.Our ability to be innovative, to set our own course, to provide public services and to meet residentsÓ basic needs. Other suggested values for Independence Personal Well Being Yes, I value No, I don’t value No opinion a.All people seek physical, mental and emotional well-being b.Each person needs adequate food, clothing, housing transportation, health care and personal safety Other suggested values for Personal Well Being Sense of Community Yes, I value No, I don’t value No opinion a.Strong neighborhoods, families and communities of interest b.Residents participate in community life and feel a strong sense of belonging Other suggested values for Sense of community 4 City of Ashland DRAFT Values June 2009 Please list other values you believe should be added to the above list. 5 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 Yes this is an No, this is not an No Opinion ECONOMY important goal important goal 1. Develop and implement a comprehensive economic development strategy for the purpose of: Diversifying the economic base of the community Supporting the creation and growth of businesses that use and provide local and regional products Increasing the number of family wage jobs in the community Leveraging the strengths of AshlandÓs tourism and repeat visitors Comments on this goal. 2. Complete Croman Mill Master Plan and develop an implementation strategy for funding and infrastructure for Croman. Comments on this goal 1 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 Yes this is an No, this is not an No Opinion ECONOMY continued important goal important goal 3. Increase the clarity, responsiveness, and . certainty of the development process Comments on this goal. Yes this is an No, this is not an No Opinion ENVIRONMENT important goal important goal 1. Develop an integrated land use and transportation plan to increase the viability of transit, bicycles, walking and other alternative modes of transportation. Reduce per capita automobile vehicle miles traveled Provide safe walking and bicycling routes to home, work, shopping and schools Implement environmentally responsible design standards Minimize new automobile related infrastructure. Comments on this goal. 2 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion ENVIRONMENT continued important goal important goal 2. Adopt an integrated Water Master Plan that addresses long-term water supply including: Climate change issues Security and redundancy Watershed health Conservation and reuse Stream health Comments on this goal. 3. Implement specific capital projects and operation programs to ensure City facilities and operations are a model of efficient use of water, energy, land, and other key resources. Comments on this goal. 4. Adopt land use codes, building codes and fee structures that creates strong incentives for new development that is energy, water, and land efficient and supports a multi-modal transportation system. Comments on this goal. 3 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion ENVIRONMENT continued important goal important goal 5. Develop a strategy to use conservation and local renewable sources to meet Tier 2 power demands by 2014. Comments on this goal. Yes this is an No, this is not an No Opinion Social Equity important goal important goal 1. Complete the development of affordable housing on the Clay Street Property. Comments on this goal. 2. Conduct a comprehensive study of Ashland’s homeless. Comments on this goal. Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion Organization important goal important goal 1. Develop plan for fiscal stability, manage costs, prioritize services, and insure key revenue streams for the City Parks & Recreation. 4 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 Comments on this goal. 2. Address issues regarding the stability of the organization including: Employee recruitment and retention Succession planning Effective and increased use of citizen volunteers Comments on this goal. Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion PUBLIC FACILITIES important goal important goal 1. Develop a plan to replace Fire Station #2. Comments on this goal. 2. Refine a long term strategy for the Ashland Fiber Network that improves its financial viability, provides high quality services to residents, and promotes healthy economic development. Comments on this goal. 5 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion PARTNERSHIPS important goal important goal 1. Foster strong collaboration of the local community, City, State and Federal leaders in efforts to improve the health of the Ashland watershed through reducing fire hazards and restoring forest health. Comments on this goal. 2. Restore rail service to and through Ashland. Comments on this goal. Please list other goals you believe should be considered. 6 Status Set to Expire Date Contracts Limit Income Units Assisted Number of Units Number of Expiring Use/Preservation Units Name Property Type Property Type Assistance Rural DevelopmentFamilyAshley Garden402060%Rural DevelopmentSeniorAshley Senior624160%Rural DevelopmentFamilyStratford*5117100%HUD Section 8FamilyChief Tyee322930%HUD Section 8SeniorDonald E. Lewis404030%HUD Section 8DisabledStar Thistle121250%HUD Section 8FamilySun Village121230%1/20/2013HUD Section 8FamilyTakilma Viillage141460%Total263185HUD Section 8SeniorJohnston Manor3430%12/26/2008Opted Out