HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-0720 REG MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL
J U LY 20, 1993
CALL TO ORDER: 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, Hauck, and
Arnold were present. Reid, Acklin, and Winthrop were absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 6, 1993 were
accepted as presented.
CONSENT AGENDA: Arnold asked that item #7 be removed for discussion. Hauck moved
to approve the remainder of the Consent Agenda as follows: 1) Minutes of Boards,
Commissions & Committees; 2) Departmental Reports - June 1993; 3) Letter from BPA
concerning "Super Good Cents" Award by Ashland Conservation Division; 4) Election
of Laurie McGraw to Ashland Park & Recreation Commission for a term ending
December 31, 1994; 5) Mayor's appointments of Rees Jones and Shari Pearlman to the
Bicycle Commission for terms ending April 30, 1995; and 6) Liquor license application
from Ramon Hedges and David Andrews dba\Hedges Country Market, 1970 Ashland
St. Arnold said he cannot vote on item 7) Set public hearing on August 3 re: appeal from
a decision of the Planning Commission denying P.A. 93-067 (AI Teitelbaum, Applicant).
Hauck moved approval of same, Laws seconded and the motion carried with Arnold
abstaining.
PUBLIC HEARING: Water Filter Plant Facilities Plan. Joe Gauthier, CH2M Hill, introduced
his colleagues, and said they enjoyed working on this project. He introduced Paul
Bergstrom, project manager, who showed slides depicting the treatment plant's history. He
said the goal is to meet new regulations, expand capacity, increase reliability of controls,
update obsolete equipment, and reduce backwash water use. The equipment dates back to
1948 and 1964 and is in need of upgrading due to current and future standards. The
building will be slightly enlarged, and provide better handicapped access. Other
improvements include 2 additional filters and a more compact mixing facility with a total cost
of $1,911,400. On a question from Arnold, Bergstrom said more extensive improvements
would be necessary to provide accommodations for a handicapped employee. The public
hearing was opened, no comment and it was closed. Arnold moved to approve the facilities
plan with a brief addenda on handicapped access, Hauck seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
Golf Course Letter of Intent w/Billings. (Moved forward on agenda). A memo was
received from Councilor Winthrop requesting a public hearing on this issue. City Admin.
Almquist said it will be set for August 17. Arnold said there are a number of issues e.g. traffic
impacts which should be considered prior to signing the letter of intent, and moved to
postpone until Aug. 17 for a public hearing, Laws seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Sale of Clay Street Property. City Attorney Nolte said if the land
is exchanged for pedestrian access the property must be equal in value but no public
hearing is required. If it is sold a public hearing is required. Almquist said if its sold the
proceeds can be earmarked for a later project, and a minimum bid of $9,000 will be
requested. Laws would like a study on the feasibility of a sidewalk on Clay Street and a
stairway up to Ashland Street. Arnold requested Staff to research and report back.
NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Study Session - Ashland Sanitary Svc. Almquist
said the Sanitary Service requested postponement until November.
Youth Needs Survey, Councilor Arnold requested that the City share equally with the
Chamber of Commerce to fund the survey, and noted a proposal submitted by Kevin Preister
of the Peace House. Arnold moved approval, Hauck seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
F.A.A. Grant Proposal. The request is for authorization to apply for a $300,000 grant from
the Federal Aviation Administration for various airport improvements, including relocation of
the access road, relocation of taxiways behind the maintenance hangar, extended tiedown
area, and a security fence along Dead Indian Memorial Road. Hauck moved to authorize the
grant application, Arnold seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
Pot-bellied Pigs. Arnold moved to instruct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance
allowing pot-bellied pigs as housepets. Hauck seconded. Laws said they should be subject
to leash laws and Hauck suggested a limit of one per household. The motion carried on
voice vote.
Strawberry Lane L.I.D - Sanitary Sewers. Hall said a petition has been submitted with over
50% signatures of property owners. Staff's concern is that this not open the door to
development in the area until transportation issues have been addressed. Arnold moved to
approve the resolution and set the public hearing for September 7th on the condition that an
appropriate document be signed by property owners indicating their understanding that this
may not result in future development. Laws seconded and the motion passed unanimously
on roll call vote. (Reso. 93-33)
PUBLIC FORUM: A letter was read from Ken Hagen concerning cigarette butts in the Plaza
area and suggesting placement of receptacles. The Parks Department will be requested to
look into a pilot project.
ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS: Food & Beverage Tax Amendment. First
reading of an ordinance amending Section 4.34.020A of the A.M.C. to add ice cream and
frozen desserts as taxable items when purchased from combination facilities. The amended
sections were read, and Arnold moved to second reading, Laws seconded, all YES on roll
call vote.
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Prohibit Drum Noise in Parks. A memo from the Parks Commission was read urging
adoption. Reed Barrons said there should be a place where drumming is allowed during the
day. Arnold said this seems reasonable, and it was decided to postpone the vote until the
next meeting.
Canvass of the Vote. A resolution was read by title only declaring the canvass of the vote
for the election held on June 29, 1993 concerning the recreational and cultural levy. Laws
moved adoption, Hauck seconded, all YES on roll call vote. (Reso. 93-32)
Building Inspection Services Agreement w/Phoenix. Nolte said the agreement has not
yet been seen by the City of Phoenix, but they are anxious to proceed. Staff would like
conceptual approval and they will then present it to Phoenix officials. Arnold move to
approve the agreement in concept, Hauck seconded, all YES on roll call vote.
Lithia Springs Site Lease Extension. A memo was read from the Parks Commission
requesting an extension of the lease through March 31, 2008. Laws so moved, Arnold
seconded, all YES on roll call vote.
OTHER BUSINESS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS: Laws told of SOSC students who are
available to work on various projects.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
Nan E. Franklin
City Recorder
Catherine M. Golden
Mayor
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