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Home My WebLink About1992-0721 REG MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL JULY 21, 1992 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, Williams, Acklin, Winthrop, and Arnold were present. Reid was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 7, 1992 were accepted as presented. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: Glenn Rierson, TCI Cablevision, notified the City Council of their plans to replace a large portion of their service lines in Ashland to provide for improved reliability and more channels in the future. He requested a variance from the noise ordinance because the main cable work will be done between midnight and 6:00 A.M. This request will be placed on the August 4, 1992 Council agenda. CONSENT AGENDA: The following items were pulled for discussion: 2, 5, 6, and 7. On a question from Golden on #2 Monthly Department Reports - June 1992, Public Works Dir. Hall said the 2nd St. parking lot construction was delayed due to petroleum odor detection and testing, and the lot will be completed in two weeks. Golden asked about the work at Fire Station #2 and Hall said funds ran out and too many projects are being done at one time. On #5 Liquor license request from Holly Harding, 2341 Ashland St. (Payless), Winthrop questioned the type of outlet and was told beer and wine sales. Acklin noted that the results of the raw water test for cryptosporidium were negative #6. Golden said members of the Southern Oregon Council of Mayors were interested in participating in the newly-formed Task Force on Homelesshess (#7). Arnold said the Police Dept. and Parks Commission will also be represented. Acklin moved approval of the Consent Agenda, Williams seconded, all AYES on voice vote. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Plan and Alternatives. Public Wks. Dir. Hall read a letter from Jerry Lausmann, Mayor of Medford, requesting that the issue be re-visited with all agencies affected by water quality in Bear Creek prior to a City Council decision. Hall said the Rogue Valley Water Quality Advisory Committee received a report at each meeting at which Medford representatives were present. He then gave the history of this issue which began in 1988 with standards established by the Environmental Quality Commission. Public Works Dir. Hall and John Holroyd, Brown & Caldwell Consultants, recommend alternative 3A which involves an upgrade of the wastewater plant facilities, summer irrigation and winter discharge to Bear Creek. The public hearing was opened and Klaas Van De Pol suggested selecting Alternative 3A but looking at other alternatives which would be less costly to taxpayers prior to the September 1 deadline. Myra Erwin, 300 Grandview Drive, spoke in Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - July 21, 1992 - P. 1 favor of Alternative 1, as did D'Wayne Smith, 208 Harrison, and Allen Erwin. Mel Winkelman, Chair of the Regional Rate Committee, invited Council to attend their meeting on August 10 and offered assistance in getting an extension from D.E.Q. Ron Doyle, 945 Hillview, prefers Alternative 1. Eric Dittmer, RVCOG, said water quantity is the most critical issue for Bear Creek. There being no further comment from the audience, the public hearing was closed. Laws suggested Alternative 1 and buying property to acquire TID rights. Acklin said at issue is the health of Bear Creek and Alternative 3A allows more flexibility in dealing with this issue. Williams feels Alternative 3A is better for Bear Creek. Concerning Laws' previous suggestion, Acklin asked Staff to check on DEQ's jurisdiction over TID for water quality issues, and if a time extension will be granted for further study of Alternative 1. It was agreed to postpone a decision on this issue until August lSth, at which time staff will report on input from other affected agencies. Continue public hearing on P.A. 92-033 (E-l/C-1 Amendments). Continued until August 4, 1992. Appeal of P.A. 92-001 - A 16-1ot commercial subdivision between A Street and S.P. Railroad Tracks (Applicants: Donna Andrews/SPRR). to the lateness of the hour a discussion was held with the parties involved concerning a hearing date, and the public hearing was continued until July 30, 1992 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers. Due UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Ordinance Levying Taxes for 1992-93. First reading by title only of an ordinance levying taxes for the period of July 1, 1992 to and including June 30, 1993 on all real and personal property subject to assessment and levy within the corporate limits of the City of Ashland, and repealing Ord. No. 2677. Acklin moved to second reading, Williams seconded, all YES on roll call vote. Second reading by title only of same ordinance and Willjams moved adoption. Laws seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2679) Adopt 1992-93 Budget. A resolution was read adopting the annual budget and making appropriations for fiscal year 1992-93. Laws moved approval, Winthrop seconded, all YES on roll call vote. (Reso. 92-39) Ratification of Implementation of Water Conservation Ord. No. 2678t Stage 1. Laws so moved, Williams seconded, all YES on roll call vote. NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Water Status Report. Hall said Reeder Reservoir is 96% full and the citizens are doing a good job of conserving. Airport Tie-Down Fees. A Resolution was read establishing rental rates for T-hangars and tie-down spaces and repealing resolution 92- 26. Acklin moved to adopt same, Williams seconded, and the motion passed on roll call vote with Arnold voting NO. (Reso. 92-40) Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - July 21, 1992 - P. 2 Secure T.I.D. Water Rights. Hall asked for authorization to pursue a contract to convert 1/2 of the City's water rights to permanent rights. Williams moved approval, Winthrop seconded, all YES on roll call vote. Fixed Base Operator Lease Authorization. Postponed until August 4. PUBLIC FORUM: No comment. ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS: Establish Permanent Cable Access Commission. First reading by title only of an ordinance adding a new Chapter 2.21 to the A.M.C. (Copies furnished in accord with the Charter) Arnold moved to second reading, Acklin seconded, all YES on roll call vote. Set Public Hearing - King Annexation. A Resolution was read setting a public hearing for August 4, 1992 and dispensing with an election. Arnold moved adoption of same, Laws seconded, all YES on roll call vote. (Reso. 92-41) BPA Residential Conservation Agreements. A Resolution was read authorizing Mayor Golden to sign all future and previous contracts and revisions concerning same. Laws moved adoption, Williams seconded, all YES on roll call vote. (Reso. 92-42) Canvass of Vote. A Resolution was read canvassing the vote of the June 30, 1992 election concerning fire truck purchases. Laws moved adoption, Arnold seconded, all YES on roll call vote. (Reso. 92-43) I.B.E.W. Contract Extension. Arnold moved to ratify a 3-year contract extension with Local 659, representing the electrical workers. Williams seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. Office Space Lease - 27 1/2 N. Main St. Laws moved to approve a one- year lease for the Engineering Division offices, Arnold seconded, all YES on roll call vote. OTHER BUSINESS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS: On a question from Laws, City Admin. Almquist said the space needs assessment study will be completed in about six weeks. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M. to July 30, 1992 at 7:00 P.M., Council Chambers. Nan E. '~Franklin City Recorder Catherine M. Golden Mayor Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - July 21, 1992 - P. 3 (d:\mts\7-21 °92)