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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
..
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..
..
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
..
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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
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o sustainable building for LEED buildings or equivalent
o structured parking
o public parking
o vehicle recharging stations
Croman Mill Planning Area
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