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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010.10.27 Conservation Commission Minutes 8/26/25, 11:59 AM Conservation Commission Monthly Meeting 10/27/2010-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 Commission MonthlyMeeting 10/27/2010 Agenda View Ag ends Wednesday, October 27, 2010 ASHLAND CONSERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES 6 p.m. - October 27, 2010 Community Development Building CALL TO ORDER Chairperson McGinnis called the meeting to order at 5:55• Attendees: Risa Buck,Stuart Corns,Ross Finney,Jim Hartman Shelley Lotz,Jim McGinnis and David Runkel were present. Sheri Cellini,and Steve DiFabion and were not present. City Council Liaison: Carol Voison, Staff Representative: Dan Cunningham,Mary McClary APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson McGinnis asked for approval of the minutes for September 22, 2010.Commissioner Buck refrained from voting for approval of the minutes,because she did not attend the last meeting. https://old.ashland.or.us/Agendas.asp?AMID=4301&Display=Minutes 1/6 8/26/25, 11:59 AM Conservation Commission Monthly Meeting 10/27/2010-Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee-City of Ashland,Oregon Commissioner Finney made a motion to approve the minutes as stated, Commission Runkel seconded the motion. Voice Vote:All Ayes.The motion passed with a unanimous vote. PUBLIC FORUM No speakers. ANNOUNCEMENTS Chairperson McGinnis suggested the Commission hold the meeting for 45 minutes so members could attend the Transportation Planning meeting that was being held at the Ashland Middle School.Their topic of discussion was pedestrian places and they were asking for public input.He made a proposal that the Commission adjourn in 45 minutes. Commissioner Buck suggested that the Commission does not adjourn early,but instead send a representative as long as there is still a quorum for tonight's meeting. The Commissioners agreed to expedite the meeting,so the members could attend the other meeting. The next Commission meeting will be held in the Lithia Room,December 8th from 6pm to 8pm. NEW BUSINESS Compost Class Discussion Commissioner Buck discussed the compost classes held last year at the recycling center and the Commission members discussed attendance and the material used for the classes.Commissioner Hartman discussed different compost bin options,the possibility of making a video on the City Web site,or a composting slide show. He will put forth a draft question and answer document,and also a storyboard for a video for the Commission to view. The members discussed getting a new instructor and a curriculum that the Commission could support focusing on urban composting.The target would be to have the classes in June,July,August and September. Chairperson McGinnis asked Commissioner Hartman to consider being a consultant because of his vast experience. Commissioner Lotz is planning on putting together some information for the City web site monthly,and compost could be a topic for one of the months. Report on Appliance Project Commissioner Runkel has discussed the Appliance Project with the representative of the Oregon Lodging and Restaurant Association.They are waiting for brochures and he has also shared the information with the Bed& Breakfast network's fall meeting.Their Education committee is going to put together an educational program at the Winchester Inn sometime in December,when Larry Giardina can also attend. https://old.ashland.or.us/Agendas.asp?AMID=4301&Display=Minutes 2/6 8/26/25, 11:59 AM Conservation Commission Monthly Meeting 10/27/2010-Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee-City of Ashland,Oregon VI. OLD BUINESS A. Adoption of Draft Goals Commissioner Finney made a motion to adopt the draft commission goals for 2010-2011 as reported in our packet with amendments for participants and dates. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Corns and Buck. Voice Vote:All Ayes.The motion passed with a unanimous vote. B. Plaque for Recycling Center Set aside The Commission will discuss at the next meeting to decide if they want to pursue it at this time. C. Sustainable Planning prelim report Set aside D. Public Outreach proposal Commissioner Runkel discussed putting together a Conservation Commission Annual Awards Program and possible announcing the award winners on Earth Day. In addition at the Commission booth,they could have the winners there to talk about what it is they have accomplished to earn the award. Commissioner Runkel is going to put together for next month, guidelines and categories for the program.Commissioner Buck suggested there be a youth category and the members discussed different ways to develop the program and what the winners would be recognized.In addition there would need to be time set aside for this annual event.Put on the agenda for next month. QUARTERLY LIAISON REPORTS(SOU, Ashland School District, Conservation Department & Recology) Ashland School District Commissioner Hartman reported that the Ashland High School's heating and cooling system didn't function properly,and they have fixed the system,so he would like to push for the heating controls to be set at 68 degrees and the cooling be set at 78 degrees. They now have composting plates made out of sugar cane husks,and his https://old.ashland.or.us/Agendas.asp?AMID=4301&Display=Minutes 3/6 8/26/25, 11:59 AM Conservation Commission Monthly Meeting 10/27/2010-Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee-City of Ashland,Oregon classes help with the system of monitoring and informing students. There also is a composter at the school that they feed all the time,with pre-consumer waste of around 2 buckets a week. Water—the district employed an irrigation maintenance person that helped save them a lot of water.Also,they had rain barrels this year and were promoting green roof plants.Commissioner Hartman planted 2500 green roof plants and they all survived the summer months. He reported the new principal,Michele Zendell,was supportive of Conservation and the schools'conservation programs. Recology has given Ashland High four(4)clear stream containers which are in areas that are highly visible. Next month,he will report on other schools in the district. Commissioner Runkel commented on traffic during school hours.The Commissioners discussed transportation issues,including looking at possible transportation needs for the City. COMMISSION ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA November 13th at the Rogue Valley Mall will hold a Prescription Take Back event for free. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Mcginnis adjourned the meeting at 7pm. https://old.ashland.or.us/Agendas.asp?AMID=4301&Display=Minutes 4/6 8/26/25, 11:59 AM Conservation Commission Monthly Meeting 10/27/2010-Conservation and Climate Outreach Committee-City of Ashland,Oregon Online City Services UTILITIES-Connect/Disconnect, Request Conservation Pay your bill & more Evaluation Connect to Proposals, Bids Ashland Fiber Network & Notifications Request Building Apply for Other Inspection Permits & Licenses A �+ Building Permit Register for Applications Recreation Programs L � s Email Updates Sign up to receive local important News & Events. 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