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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-07-28 Planning PACKET Note: Anyone wishing to speak at any Planning Commission meeting is encouraged to do so. If you wish to speak, please rise and, after you have been recognized by the Chair, Qive your name and complete address for the record. You will then be allowed to speak. Please note that the public testimony may be limited by the Chair and normally is not allowed after the Public Hearing is closed. ASHLAND PLANNING COMMISSION STUDY SESSION JULY 28, 2009 AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM, Civic Center, 1175 E. Main Street II. ANNOUNCEMENTS . Status of SOU Master Plan . September Meeting Schedule III. PRESENTATIONS A. 2007 Commuter Rail Study and Update on Upcoming North-South Travel Demand Study. Presented by Vicki Guarino, Rogue Valley Council of Governments B. City Council Goals, Values and Vision Presented by Eric Navickas, Council Liaison IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Croman Mill Site Redevelopment Plan . Review of Preliminary Croman Mill Zoning District Chapter . Update on July 15 Croman Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting V. ADJOURNMENT CITY OF ASHLAND r., 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 ). CI,TY OF ASHLAND 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. City of Ashland Goals June 2009 ECONOMY Yes this is an No, this is not an No Opinion important goal important goal 1. Develop and implement a comprehensive economic development strategy for the purpose of: . Diversifying the economic base of the D D D community . Supporting the creation and growth of D D D businesses that use and provide local and regional products D D D . Increasing the number of family wage jobs in the community D D D . Leveraging the strengths of Ashland's tourism and repeat visitors D D D Comments on this goal. 2. Complete Croman Mill Master Plan and develop an implementation strategy for funding and infrastructure for Croman. D D D Comments on this goal 1 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 ECONOMY continued Yes this is an No, this is not an No Opinion important goal important goal 3. Increase the clarity, responsiveness, and certainty of the development process. Comments on this goal. D D D ENVIRONMENT Yes this is an No, this is not an No Opinion 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 D D D traveled . Provide safe walking and bicycling routes to home, work, shopping and schools D D D . Implement environmentally responsible D D D design standards . Minimize new automobile related D D D infrastructure. D D D Comments on this goal. 2 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 ENVIRONMENT continued Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion important goal important goal 2. Adopt an integrated Water Master Plan that addresses long-term water supply including: . Climate change issues D D D . Security and redundancy D D D . Watershed health . Conservation and reuse D D D . Stream health D D D 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. D D D 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. D D D 3 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 ENVIRONMENT continued Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion im ortant oal im ortant oal 5. Develop a strategy to use conservation and local renewable sources to meet Tier 2 power demands D D D by 2014. Comments on this goal. Social Equity Yes this is an No, this is not an No Opinion im ortant oal im ortant oal 1. Complete the development of affordable housing on the Clay Street Property. D D D Comments on this goal. 2. Conduct a comprehensive study of Ashland's homeless. D D Comments on this goal. Organization Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion important goal important goal 1. Develop plan for fiscal stability, manage costs, prioritize services, and insure key revenue streams for the City Parks & Recreation. D D D 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 D D D . Succession planning D D D . Effective and increased use of citizen volunteers D D D Comments on this goal. PUBLIC FACILITIES Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion im ortant oal im ortant oal 1. Develop a plan to replace Fire Station #2. D D D 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. D D D 5 City of Ashland Goals June 2009 PARTNERSHIPS Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion im ortant oal im ortant oal 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. D D D 2. Restore rail service to and through Ashland. D D D Comments on this goal. Please list other goals you believe should be considered. 6 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 D D D b. Strong, creative leadership D D D c. Excellent public service D D D d. Stewards of public resources e. Active, intelligent respectful citizen D D D involvement D D D f. V olunteerism in government and community D D D Other suggested values for Good Government Natural Environment Yes, I value No, I don't value a. Beauty and Quality D D D b. Enhance quality of air, water, land, open spaces, wildlife habitat D D D c. Treasure parks, natural areas and recreational opportunities D D D Other suggested values for Natural Environment 1 City of Ashland DRAFT Values June 2009 Responsible Land Use Yes, I value No, I don't value No opinion a. Development that makes efficient use of D D D land, water and energy b. Development that maintains our D D D architectural heritage c. Development that protects our D D D relationship to nature and emphasizes quality design D D D d. Strong neighborhoods Efficient public infrastructure and public D D D e. 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 D D D b. The social, economic, and creative contributions of the arts, cultural activities and community events. D D D Other suggested values for Free Expression 2 City of Ashland DRAFT Values June 2009 Diversity Yes, 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 D D D Economy Yes, I value No, I don't value No opinion a. A business community that is attuned D D D with our environmental and social aspirations. b. An economy that capitalizes on D D D community assets and allows our homegrown entrepreneurs to succeed c. An economy that creates community D D D wealth, supports arts and culture, connects to Southern Oregon University and supports high quality public services. D D D 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 Independence Yes, 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 residents' basic needs. Other suggested values for Independence D D D 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 D D D D D D 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 D D D D D D 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 Draft Vision June 2009 VISION STATEMENTS Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion 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. D D D 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 Ashland's 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. D D D Comments on this vision statement. 1 City of Ashland Draft Vision June 2009 VISION STATEMENTS Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion accurate vision vision for the Continued for the Ashland Ashland of the of the future. future. Ashland's residents treasure the natural environment. Salmon spawn in Ashland's 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. D D D Comments on this vision statement. Residents and visitors share Ashland's lively downtown. Ashland is eclectic and funky, and peoples' 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. D D D Comments on this vision statement. 2 City of Ashland Draft Vision June 2009 VISION STATEMENTS Yes this is an No, this is not an No opinion 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 Ashland's 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. D D D Comments on this vision statement. A wilderness is a short hike away from the downtown plaza. Ashland's 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. D D D 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. D D D 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 SECTIONS: 18.53.010 18.53.020 18.53.030 18.53.040 18.53.050 18.53.060 18.53.070 18.53.080 18.53.100 CHAPTER 18.53 CM CROMAN MILL Purpose Definitions Conformance with Croman Mill Site Redevelopment Plan Croman Mill Neighborhood Center Overlay CM-NC Croman Mill Mixed Use Overlay CM-MU Croman Mill Office Employment CM-OE Croman Mill Compatible Industrial CM-CI Croman Mill Open Space CM-OS Review and Approval Process SECTION 18.53.010 Purpose The purpose of this section is to implement the Croman Mill Site Redevelopment Plan. The district is designed to provide an environment suitable for living, working and recreation. The CM zoning district is a blueprint for promoting family-wage jobs, mixed-use developments, neighborhoods- oriented businesses and community ser vices adjacent to transit in a manner which enhances property values, preserves open spaces and significant natural features and reduces energy consumption. SECTION 18.53.020 Definitions SECTION 18.53.030 Conformance with Croman Mill Site Redevelopment Plan A. Conformance with North Mountain Neighborhood Plan Land uses, streets, access ways and multi-use paths shall be located in accordance with those shown on the Croman Mill Site Redevelopment Plan maps adopted by ordinance 1. Major and Minor Amendments. a. Major amendments are those which result in any of the following: (1) A change in land use. (2) A change in the street layout plan that requires a street to be eliminated or to be located in such a manner as to not be consistent with the redevelopment plan. (3) A change in the Croman Mill Design Standards. (4) A change in planned residential or employment density. (5) A change not specifically listed under the major and minor amendment definitions. b. Minor amendments are those which result in any of the following: (1) Changes related to street trees, street furniture, fencing, or signage. (2) A change in the street layout that requires a local street, access way, easement, multi-use path or utility to be shifted more than 50 feet in any direction, as long as the change maintains the connectivity established by the neighborhood plan. 2. Major Amendment Type II Procedure A major amendment to the redevelopment plan shall be processed as a Type II planning action concurrently with specific development proposals. In addition to complying with the standards of this section, findings must demonstrate that: a. The proposed modification maintains the connectivity established by the redevelopment plan; b. The proposed modification furthers the design, circulation and access concepts advocated by the redevelopment plan; c. The proposed modification will not adversely affect the purpose, objectives, or functioning of the redevelopment plan. d. The proposed modification is necessary to adjust to physical constraints evident on the property, or to protect significant natural features such as trees, rock outcroppings, wetlands, or similar natural features, or to adjust to existing property lines between project boundaries. 3. Minor Amendment Type I Procedure A minor amendment to the neighborhood plan may be approved as a Type I planning action concurrently with specific development proposals. The request for a minor amendment shall include findings that demonstrate that the change will not adversely affect the purpose, objectives, or functioning of the redevelopment plan. SECTION 18.53.040 Croman Mill Overlays - Use Matrix stores, restaurants, and shops less than 10,000 sq.ft. stores, restaurants, and shops less than (TBD) sq.ft. professional, financial, business, and medical offices administrative or research and development establishments office in conjunction with a permitted industrial use child or day care centers fitness, recreational sports, gym or athletic club ancillary employee services in conjunction with permitted use (eg. employee child care, cafeteria, fitness area) kennels (indoor) and veterinary clinics temporary uses .. .. .. .. manufacturing, assembly, fabrication, or packaging manufacture of food products without rendering fats or oils manufacture or assembly in conjunction with permitted office .. .. manufacture or assembly contiguous to a retail outlet, provided such .. .. rail freight loading dock facilities rail or rapid transit passanger facilities warehouse and similar storage facilities in conjunction with permitted industrial use warehouse and similar storage facilities in conjunction with permitted office use wireless communication facilities attached to an existing structure pursuantto 18.72 .180 freestanding wireless communication support structures pursuant to 18.72.180 .. public and quasi-public utility service buildings without outside storage public service or community buildings private school, college, trade school, technical school or similar school electrical substations .. IIF)ermiiitted Use [I SpeciiialllllF)ermiiitted Use NC = Neighborhgood Center MU = Mixed Use OE = Office/Employment D Corldiiitiiiorlalll Use CI = Compatible Industrial OS = Openspace DRAFT 7-28-09 Outline of Development and Performance Standards Croman Mill District (CM) . Neighborhood Pattern o Green Streets [map] - Public Works Standards o Traffic and Street Lights - Public Works/Electric Standards o Transit Facilities o Water Efficient Landscaping of Public Property o Limited Auto Access Streets [map] o Shared Accessways and Alleys o Required On-Street Parking [map] o Open Space Design Standards o Minimum and Maximum Lot Sizes . Smart Location and Site Planning o Compact Development o Minimum/Maximum Setbacks o Crime Prevention and Security o Conserve Natural Water Systems o Motor Vehicle Parking Requirements o Employee Bicycle Parking and Changing Facilities o Design Green Surface Parking o Manage Storm-Water Run-Off - Public Works Standards o Water Efficient Landscaping o Mixed Land Uses in NC and MU Zones o Recycle Station o Minimize Construction Impacts . Land Uses o Residential Density o Employment Density o Ground Floor Commercial Uses o Co-location of Interdependent Uses (eco-industrial park) . Building Form and Design o Build-to Lines and Active Edges [map] o Building Entry Spacing o Maximum Building Footprint (by zone) o Minimum/Maximum Building Height (by zone) o Minimum/Maximum FAR (by zone) o Screen Mechanical Equipment o Light Pollution Reduction . Performance Bonus o providing affordable workforce housing o additional job density Croman Mill Planning Area 7/22/2009 Page 1 o sustainable building for LEED buildings or equivalent o structured parking o public parking o vehicle recharging stations Croman Mill Planning Area 7/22/2009 Page 2 Draft 7-22-09 o 250 500 1,000 1,500 Feet 2,000 500 1,000 1,500 ee 2,000 Draft-7/22/2009 o Feet 2,000 250 500 1,000 1,500 o 250 500 1,000 1,500 ee 2,000