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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-0116 REG MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 16, 1989 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Catherine Golden led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. on the above date in the Hillah Temple, 51 Winburn Way. Donovan, Reid, Williams, Acklin, Winthrop and Arnold were present. MAYOR'8 ANNUAL ADDRESS Mayor Golden gave her annual "State of the City" address, which is on file in the City Recorder's office. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 2, and the Special Meeting of January 9, 1990 were accepted as presented. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS & AWARD8 Dottie Tryk, Dir. of Administrative Svcs., City of Grants Pass, and State Representative to GFOA, presented the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officer's Association to Finance Director Jill Turner. Turner thanked the Counoil for their support and commended her Staff, especially Trudy Donovan, for their efforts in preparing the Budget Document. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ashland Municipal Airport Minimum Standards Public Works Dir. Hall reported that the current standards for airport activities apply only to the Fixed Base Operator which is Ashland Air, and in light of increased commercial activity at the Airport, is requesting adoption of new minimum standards for better control of all airport activities. On a question from Winthrop, Hall said there is a potential for two FBO's and the secondary one will have to provide their own facilities. Williams moved to adopt the new standards, Reid seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Woodstove Replacement Program Energy Conservation Coordinator Dick Wanderscheid said the program entitled "SOLVE" is proposed by the Citizen's Air Quality Advisory Committee and will require an additional half-time staff position. Donovan would like to see renters included in the program by next year. Council authorized Wanderscheid to include the additional position in next year's budget process. Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - January 16, 1990 - P. 1 PUBLIC HEARINGS Appeal of P.A. No. 89-17S, Duplex at 321 N. Mountain Planning Dir. John Fregonese gave the Staff report and said the proposed project is not compatible with the comp. plan or the neighborhood. Reid, Golden, Winthrop and Williams made site visits. Reid had ex-parte' contact with Marie Morehead and Bea Ridgely. Carlyle Stout, attorney for the applicant, gave a history of the structure, and referred to the Staff report dated October 11, 1989; the applicant's supplemental findings dated October 20; and the Planning Commission Findings which were signed on November 29, 1989. He said the project meets criteria for a Conditional Use Permit, is an orderly transition from rural to urban uses, and will allow future development of the property. Photos of the subject property and surrounding properties were submitted. Fregonese reported that a word was left out of the Planning Commission's Findings in SECTION 2.2.2, first line of the second paragraph which should read: "Specifically, the Planning Commission does not believe that the ...". Lisa Sebrell, 271 N. Mountain, said the neighborhood is against the proposal. David Sebrell, 271 N. Mountain, spoke against the project and doesn't feel this is a corner lot. Jessie Hodges spoke in favor. Marie Morehead, 310 N. Mountain, is concerned with traffic safety. Reid said Bea Ridgley, 292 N. Mountain, is in favor of the project. Suzi Aufderheide, 321 N. Mountain, lives in the building and said the project is compatible with the neighborhood. Robert Williamson, applicant, said the unused 2500 square feet of the building can be used for affordable housing, the property will be developed eventually, and he talked with a majority of the neighbors and found them to be in favor. Nancy Spencer, 167 N. Mountain, spoke in favor and her letter in favor was read. The public hearing was closed. Councilor Winthrop doesn't agree that the project is on a corner lot, and thinks the appeal should be denied. On a question from Reid, Winthrop said the Affordable Housing Committee's proposal should be available in March, and will recommend accessory apartments as a conditional use permit. Winthrop moved to deny the appeal and adopt the Planning Commission's Findings with the addition of the word "~3~K~'. in SECTION 2.2.2. Acklin seconded the motion. Arnold said the building is on a corner lot, meets C.U.P. criteria, the conditions recommended by Staff will cover any future problems, and its a good use of the building. The motion failed as follows on roll call vote: Reid, Acklin and Winthrop, YES; Williams, Arnold, Donovan and Mayor Golden, NO. Arnold moved to approve the appeal and adopt as conditions the Staff recommendations in their report dated October 11, 1989; and bring back appropriate findings for Council approval. Donovan seconded and the motion passed as follows on roll call vote: Williams, Arnold and Donovan, YES; Acklin, Winthrop and Reid, NO. Golden broke the tie with a YES vote. Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - January 16, 1990 - P. 2 Adroit Annexation City Administrator Almquist said the public hearing on November 7 was not set by ordinance as required and is being held again to correct this oversight. The public hearing was opened and there was no comment from the audience. Acklin moved to re-adopt the Findings of the November 7, 1989 public hearing, Winthrop seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. City of Ashland Annexation (Airport) The public hearing on November 7 was not set by ordinance as required, and the hearing is being held again to correct the oversight. There was no comment from the audience. Donovan moved to re-adopt the Findings, Winthrop seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. CONSENT AGENDA Consent Agenda items include: Confirmation of Sharon Laws appointment as Senior Program Director; Liquor license request for Theresa's Cantina, 76 N. Pioneer; Street Tree Commission request for stump removal ordinance; Minutes of Boards, Commissions & Committees; and Monthly Departmental Reports. Donovan moved to approve the Consent Agenda; Arnold seconded the motion. All AYES on voice vote. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued) Open Space Funding Options Planning Dir. Fregonese gave a history of the program, and told of 12 public meetings held recently, and said the plan was revised as a result of public input. Tom Pyle, Parks Commission Chair, said the revised plan is excellent and the Hospital property should be included. The Commission urges adoption of the proposal prepared by the City Administrator, and is opposed to a utility tax surcharge. They are also opposed to using property taxes as the primary source of funding and agree with the pay-as-you-go plan. Mark McGinnis, spokesman for the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, read a statement from the Chamber (received into record) and requested formation of a committee to prepare a funding proposal. The public hearing was opened. Donovan declared a conflict of interest and will not vote on or take part in the discussion of the prepared food and beverage tax proposal. Reid also declared a conflict of interest and will not take part in discussion of, or vote on, the proposed lodging tax. Williams and Golden said they own property which will be affected. Acklin moved to continue the public hearing until 10:00. Winthrop seconded. All AYES. Rick Harris is concerned that no provision has been made for inflation. Barbara Ryberg, 373 Vista, Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - January 16, 1990 - P. 3 Open Space Funding Options (Continued) read a statement from the Friends of Ashland, who asked that small as well as large land acquisitions be considered, place part of the burden on developers, determine impact on property owners, use food and beverage tax, ticket surcharge, guest lodging surcharge and systems development charge for funding, and avoid utility surcharge. Bill Mofatt, V.P. of OSFA, presented the financial and cash flow relationships between the City and OSFA, the relationship between Lithia Park and OSFA and said the open space program will not benefit Festival patrons. Reid voted to suspend the rules and continue the public hearing for one hour. Winthrop seconded, the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Moffat said a ticket tax will reduce revenues and the ability to secure grants. Bill Street, 180 Mead St., supports the food and beverage tax, the lodging association tax, and the ticket tax. Leo Jensen, President, Ashland Lodging Association, asked that the open space proposal be postponed for further discussion of details. He supports the Chamber's request. Ron Kelso, 220 Patrick Lane, noted statement from the Ashland Board of Realtors which Council received. He asked about systems development charges and Almquist said the State Legislature requires that the monies benefit the area from which they are received, and can be used to develop active parks. Kelso expressed concern that a ceiling be placed on the percentages established by Council. Teri Coppedge, 2927 Barbara St., is for open space and acquisition of small lots, and urged the Council to act now. John Schweiger feels Donovan and Reid should vote, and spoke in favor of implementing a utility surcharge on a percentage basis. Brent Thompson, P.O. Box 201, agrees that Donovan and Reid should vote, is in support of Almquist's 1-1-1 proposal and asked that Council act immediately. Larry Cooper, 346 High St., feels funding should have a broad based impact. Roy Levy, 514 Siskiyou Blvd., feels funding should be locked in by Charter amendment. Richard Smith, Box 71, agrees with Chamber's proposal and asked about impending tax needs for major projects. Acklin said sewage treatment needs will change in light of DEQ requirements, there is a need for another water supply in the future, and a need to solve water supply problems in Northwest Ashland. Alan Erwin, 300 Grandview, read a statement from the Rogue Group of the Sierra Club in support of open space. Chris Hald, 275 Cambridge, feels Ashland cannot afford the open space program, and other capital improvements should have priority. Lisa Sebrell, 271 N. Mountain, agrees with Friends of Ashland and is opposed to raising property taxes or utility bills. Steve Saks, 693 Roca, said the ballot measure should ask for a yes/no vote on an Open Space Program, and funding looked at further. Frank Hudson is in favor of open space but not a ticket tax. Neil Benson, 363 Laurel, urged the Council to move forward on the 1-1-1 proposal. Mike Uhtoff, 633 Roca, said power groups should get together and form a proposal. Debbie Miller, 160 Normal, is concerned with the rapid depletion of open space areas. Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - January 16, 1990 - P. 4 Open Space Funding Proposals (Continued) Winthrop moved to extend the public hearing for ten minutes, Reid seconded, and the motion passed on voice vote with Arnold dissenting. Don Mercer, 313 Granite, spoke against the food and beverage tax. Dave Sebrell, 271 N. Mountain, asked that systems development charges and building permit increases be considered, not entertainment tax. Richard Ernst, 975 Walker, said people who want open space should pay for it. Dennis DeBey, said systems development charges are a good idea. Marie Morehead, 310 N. Mountain, suggested a strong fundraising campaign. Michael Yondorf, 12289 Hwy. 99 S., is against the food and beverage tax. The public hearing was closed. On a question from Winthrop, Moffat said the Festival will be glad to work with the Chamber on a proposal. Acklin said the Chamber's offer is a good idea, and the May ballot should be targeted. Reid moved to allow the Chamber of Commerce to work on a funding proposal to be submitted to the Council in one month. Williams seconded the motion. Donovan and Arnold agreed, and Acklin requested that Arnold be a Council liaison to the Chamber's committee. The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Winthrop moved that Council acknowledge its intention to place the open space funding measure on the May ballot. Acklin seconded. The motion passed on roll call vote as follows: Winthrop, Acklin and Arnold, YES; Williams, Donovan, and Reid, NO. Mayor Golden broke the tie with a YES vote. Williams moved to continue the meeting for one-half hour, Winthrop seconded and the motion passed on voice vote. PUBLIC FORUM - No comment. NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS Recycling Bins The Ashland Recycling Task Force submitted a request for $4,000 from the City to pay 50% of the cost to furnish Ashland Sanitary Service customers with home recycling bins. Donovan moved to grant the request, Reid seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice vote. ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS Adroit Construction - First reading of an ordinance annexing an area on Washington Street, S. of Jefferson Street. Arnold moved to second reading, Winthrop seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - January 16, 1990 - P. 5 Adroit Construotion - First reading of an ordinance withdrawing annexed land from Jackson County Fire Dist. No. 5. Arnold moved to second reading, Winthrop seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Adroit Construction - First reading of an ordinance rezoning annexed area from County RR-5 to City of Ashland E-1. Arnold moved to second reading, Winthrop seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. City of Ashland - First reading of an ordinance annexing property on Dead Indian Road (Airport property). Arnold moved to second reading, Winthrop seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. City of Ashland - First reading of an ordinance withdrawing annexed area from Jackson County Fire Dist. No. 5. Winthrop moved to second reading, Donovan seconded, all YES on roll call vote. City of Ashland - First reading of an ordinance rezoning annexed land from RR-.5-P to E-1. Arnold moved to second reading and Winthrop seconded. The motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Comp. Plan Map Change (Hillenga) - First reading of an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan Map from Single-Family Residential to Open Space for property located at 430 Courtney Street. Winthrop moved to second reading, Donovan seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Hillenga Rezone - First reading of an ordinance rezoning land at 430 Courtney from R-1-7.5 to Open Space. Acklin moved to second reading, Winthrop seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Woodstove Ordinance - First reading of an ordinance regulating materials to be burned in woodstoves and requiring the use of seasoned wood. Arnold moved to second reading, Acklin seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Land Dedication - A resolution was read dedicating certain properties for park and recreation purposes. Arnold moved to adopt the resolution and Williams seconded. Winthrop suggested deleting the Water Street property and dedicating the Smay Property on Granite Street, the land at the intersection of Granite Street and Glenview Drive, and the City's property on Strawberry Lane. Arnold amended his motion as suggested, Williams seconded and it passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Reso. #90-02) OTHER BUSINESS FROM COUNCIL MEMBER8 Winthrop asked that Mayor Golden write letters to Senators Hatfield and Packwood expressing support for SB 1630, the clean air bill. All agreed. Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - January 16, 1990 - P. 6 OTHER BUSINESS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS (Continued) Reid noted inclusion in the agenda packets of her report on the National League of Cities Conference. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 11:55 P.M. Nan E. ?ranklin City Recorder Catherine M. Golden Mayor Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - January 16, 1990 - P. 7