HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-0714 REG MINMINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED MEETING
ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL
JULY 14, 1993
ROLL CALL: Mayor Golden called the meeting to order and led the
Pledge of Allegiance at 7:30 P.M. on the above date in the Council
Chambers. Laws, Reid, Hauck, Acklin, Winthrop, and Arnold were
present.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT FACILITIES PLAN ALTERNATIVES: Public Works
Director Steve Hall reviewed his memo which was placed on the tables
at the meeting, which outlined a telephone conversation earlier in the
day with Anne Squier of Gov. Roberts' office, Fred Hansen and Neil
Mullane from DEQ, Brian Almquist, Rob Winthrop and Hall. DEQ's
proposal was to consider shipping the effluent to Medford and working
with various state agencies to find replacement water for Bear Creek.
On a question from Almquist, Winthrop said DEQ will not consider the
B1 option because it will not meet phosphorous standards. Acklin said
a regionalized approach is much better than working piece-meal on the
problem. Acklin said the State should be told that their proposal was
not acted on and needs to be examined in writing. Hauck would like
the State's reaction to proposal A2 which involves an exchange with
T.I.D.
Gary Schrodt, Wetlands Coalition, thought this meeting would be to
review documents on alternative B3, which is the only one which will
put Ashland into compliance with DEQ standards concerning flow and
temperature of the creek. He said grants can be obtained to help pay
construction costs of wetlands, and Ashland will be developing a model
for the remainder of the state. He believes DEQ needs to change the
way their mandates are carried out. Plato Doundalakis said the 25-
acre wetland should be built and the ultimate goal is to clean up the
creek, not meet DEQ standards. John Davis, Woodward-Clyde, said
alternative B3 cannot meet phosphorous standards imposed by DEQ. Bob
Arman, 375 Oxford, is concerned about the odor problem in Quiet
Village from the sewage treatment plant, and feels wetlands will only
increase that problem. John McClendon, 105 Bush St., asked if costs
to pipeline to Medford include replacement water and was told they do
not. Richard Hart, 1026 Main St., is opposed to piping effluent to
Medford, as is Cate Hartzell. Bryce Farwell, 290 Nevada, urged the
ban of ph0spates. Hall suggested reconvening the committee of
Gearhart, Winthrop, Davis, and Holroyd, asking the Wetlands Coalition
to submit their questions to him, and set up another meeting to answer
those questions.
Golden left at 9:25 P.M. and Acklin presided. Merrill Barnaby 113
High, asked about phosphate levels in detergents and garden
fertilizer. Susan Powell, 180 Nutley, is in favor of the larger
wetlands, and asked how the proposed golf course on the Billings
property would fit with Alternative B3. Ken Gosling, 777 Jaquelyn,
said 2 stores in town will offer alternatives to phosphate detergents.
He asked that a member of the Wetlands Coalition be appointed to the
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reconvened committee, and a discussion was held on this issue. Hall
said it is easier to meet with the consultants and then relay
information to the Coalition. Marc Prevost, RVCOG, suggested a
meeting with the Wetlands Coalition for their input prior to
recommendations going to the City Council. Winthrop moved to ask the
reconvened committee to prepare a proposal to accomplish further
citizen participation. Hauck seconded, all YES on roll call vote.
Forest Commission. Acklin asked that she be allowed to allocate a
portion of her travel budget ($300-500) for a facilitator to assist
the Forest Commission. Arnold moved to place the request on the
agenda, Reid seconded, all AYES on voice vote. Hauck moved to
allocate up to $500 of Acklin's travel budget to the Forest
Commission. Winthrop seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
Nan E. ~ranklin
City Recorder
Mayor
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