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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009.10.28 Conservation Commission Minutes 8/26/25, 11:47 AM Conservation Commision Monthly Meeting 10/28/09-Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee-City of Ashland,Oregon Learn about the City's plan to construct and move the water treatment plant - Clean drinking water is an essential right Agendas Minutes City of Ashland Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee (View All) Conservation Commision MonthlyMeeting 10/28/09 Agenda View Ag ends Wednesday, October 28, 2009 ASHLAND CONSERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES 6 p.m. - October 28, 2009 CommunityDevelopment Center CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Finney called the meeting to order at 6:04 pm. Attendees: Risa Buck, Russ Chapman, Stuart Corns, Ross Finney,Jim Hartman, Shelley Lotz, and David Runkel were present.Jim McGinnis was not present, City Council Liaison: Kate Jackson Staff Representative: Robin Pierce APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Finney asked for approval of the minutes for September 23, 2009. Commissioner Buck corrected the verbiage regarding the sale https://old.ashland.or.us/Agendas.asp?AMID=3970&Display=Minutes 1/7 8/26/25, 11:47 AM Conservation Commision Monthly Meeting 10/28/09-Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee-City of Ashland,Oregon of Ashland Sanitary to Recology not Ecology. Commissioner Chapman moved to approve the minutes for September 23, 2009 with the stated correction and Commissioner Corns seconded the motion. Voice Vote:All Ayes.The motion passed with a unanimous vote. PUBLIC FORUM Megan Janssen introduced herself to the Commission. Her interests include sustainable building, and wishes to be more involved in the community. She is originally from here is and now back from College. Huelz announced the transition town meetings are held the first Thursday of the month at Peace House. ANNOUNCEMENTS Next Meeting- December 09, 2009 ASH LAND SANITARY& RECYCLING UPDATE http://www.ashiandsanitary.com/ Commissioner Buck updated the Commission for October: Ashland Sanitary officially became Recology, October 13th, 2009. Electronics Recycling—In June there was 5 tons processed, and in July there was 9 tons,August 2.8 tons and for September 4.2 tons. Compost Classes at Recycle Center Agenda Item. Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour Delayed discussion to subcommittee report. #2 Plastic Round-Up Jackson County Held October 23 and 24th and collected 36,300 pounds of plastic between the Ashland site and the Expo site.Ashland had 440 cars and Expo has 355 cars. https://old.ashland.or.us/Agendas.asp?AMID=3970&Display=Minutes 2/7 8/26/25, 11:47 AM Conservation Commision Monthly Meeting 10/28/09-Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee-City of Ashland,Oregon Leaf Bag Program Between this Commission and the Public Works department, 83 sets of bags were offset for Ashland citizens, by the second day it was offered. Lots of discussion regarding different options for approaching the problem within the City including education, matching leaf distribution, and outlying city solutions. Free Leaf Day, November 9th and 23rd OLD BUSINESS Councilor Jackson stated there would be a study session hopefully during the month of December to review all the comments and suggestions for the Vision and Value Statements. Council goals will hopefully be reviewed in January 2010. To streamline information to the Commission membership, give any emails and attachments to Mary McClary and she will send them out with the packet by the prior Thursday or Friday before the meeting. Sub-Committees 1. Sustainability Strategic Commissioner Lotz read the Sustainability/Strategic goals for the Commission to discuss. Chairperson Finney brought up the time period for goals, and Councilor Jackson clarified that goals would be from 12-18-24 months and usually goals in addition to existing programs.The Commission discussed ideas for short term measurable goals that could be worked on within the next 24 months, and recognized these goals were long term. Commissioner Buck asked them to include water, rainwater catchments and zero waste as long term goals. 2. Green Building Commissioner Runkel suggested two recommendations for goals. Goal #4:to add education for the community and city staff. Goal #6:worked on details of what green building would be and is part of the attachment. More goals included: mixed used development, energy conservation, continuing the weatherization programs, and https://old.ashland.or.us/Agendas.asp?AMID=3970&Display=Minutes 3/7 8/26/25, 11:47 AM Conservation Commision Monthly Meeting 10/28/09-Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee-City of Ashland,Oregon reducing construction waste. Education for community and staff. The Commission members discussed at length different goals, earmarks for on-going growth. 3. Local Energy Production Goal recommendations will be to meet our Tier !! energy needs with a combination of conservation and renewable energy. 4. Water Quality and Storm Runoff Storm Stencil Drain project to be upgraded and redirected. Commissioners discussed water issues and conservation. Short term goals include:Water and Energy efficient tips on bills, Paper Stock, and Electronic billing Commissioner Hartman made a motion to approve the stated latter that emphasis the following suggestions: Water and Energy Efficient Tips on The utility bills;paper stock; and Electronic Billing. Motion seconded by Commission Lotz. Chairperson Finney suggested we support the Council goals with direct feedback to their goals. Commissioner Runkel discussed this letter would be at a different level,than a response to the specific goals.The Commissioners discussed the issue. Voice Vote:All Ayes.The motion passed with a unanimous vote. 5. Climate Change Initiatives The statistics support people trying to not believe the climate changes are happening. No goals to report at this time. Croman Advisory Committee Commissioner Chapman updated the Commission on the discussions regarding the project. He stated the primary focus for the property is jobs. NEW BUSINESS Future of Compost Classes Set aside for next meeting orJanuary meeting. https://old.ashland.or.us/Agendas.asp?AMID=3970&Display=Minutes 4/7 8/26/25, 11:47 AM Conservation Commision Monthly Meeting 10/28/09-Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee-City of Ashland,Oregon COMMISSION ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA Commissioner Lotz will not be at the January and February meeting. Robbin Pierce reported the refrigerator recycling program is now in place. Commissioner Buck would like to see the liaisons report on a quarterly basis. ADJOURNMENT 8:05 pm. 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 number is 1-800-735-2900). 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