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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-1101 REG MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL November 1, 1988 ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES PUBLIC HEARINGS: Diane Street - Request to Delete from Street Dedi- cation Map Mayor L. Gordon Medaris led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. on the above date in the Council Chambers. Elerath, Reid, Williams, Acklin, Laws and Arnold were present. Arnold moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 18, 1988; Reid seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice vote. Community Development Director Fregonese noted the items of record in the agenda packet and said C.P.A.C. and the Planning Commission recommended denial of the application. He explained the need for providing connections between neighborhoods, and said through traffic will be minimal if Diane Street is extended. Paul Hopker, representing the applicant, Pacific West Coast Construction, told of his experience in public planning and objected to the need for the street to go through. He feels the aesthetics of the neighborhood will be affected, maintenance costs will increase and the area will be less safe for children. The public hearing was opened. Elva Knighten, 2804 Lisonbee Lane, is in favor of deleting Diane St. from the future street dedication map. Teri Coppedge, 2927 Barbara Street, is in favor of requiring an eight-foot wide bikepath/walkway. Marlo Blount, 2970 Barbara St., is concerned with additional traffic and feels a greenway area will provide an alternate route for children walking to school. Hopker said the developer is willing to provide a pedestrian path. There being no further comment from the audience, the public hearing was closed. On a question from Reid, Fregonese said sidewalks will be required on one side, if the street remains dedicated. Reid said the continuation of Diane St. would relieve traffic at Siskiyou and Tolman Cr. Rd. Laws agreed, but is sympathetic to area residents. Acklin mentioned Fire Chief King's recommendation that the street be continued and feels it should be upheld. Arnold moved to deny the request to delete Diane Street from the future street dedication map, but retain it as a bikeway/pedestrian access street. Laws seconded the motion. Williams feels it is logical to carry the street through. The motion failed on roll call vote as follows: Elerath, Reid, Williams and Acklin, NO; Laws and Arnold, YES. Reid moved to uphold the Planning Commission recommendation and deny the request. Elerath seconded the motion which passed on roll call vote as follows: Reid, Williams, Acklin, and Elerath, YES; Laws and Arnold, NO. 11/1/88 P. 1 Regular Meeting Ashland City Council 11/1/88 P. 2 PUBLIC HEARINGS: Modification to Floodplain Mora- torium Boundary Continued Fregonese showed a map of the present and proposed floodplain moratorium boundaries, and said the new boundary will release buildable lots. Mayor Medaris opened the public hearing. Diane Williams Engelhardt, 656 Helman, spoke in favor of the boundary line modification which will enable the buyer of her lot to build thereon. There being no further comment from the audience the public hearing was closed. Acklin moved to make an exception to the ordinance and modify the floodplain moratorium boundary; Reid seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. Williams abstained. Extend Floodplain Moratorium Second reading by title only of an ordinance extending the floodplain moratorium. Arnold moved to adopt the ordinance; Acklin seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. Williams abstained. (Ord. #2483) COMMUNICATIONS, PETITIONS & REMONSTRANCES: Pavement Cut A request was received from C.P. National to cut Pinecrest Terr. pavement under moratorium for gas service to 920 Pinecrest Terrace. Elerath said the house has temporary gas service. On a question from Laws, Hall said Council can allow the pavement cut to be done only if the temporary service cannot be made permanent. Laws so moved, Acklin seconded the motion which passed as follows on roll call vote: Reid, Williams, Acklin and Laws, YES; Arnold and Elerath, NO. Pacific Crest Trail Scenic Corridor Myra Erwin, 300 Grandview Drive, representing the Rogue Group Sierra Club, requested endorsement of the Pacific Crest Trail Scenic Corridor nomination to the B.L.M.'s Area of Critical Environmental Concern. Williams would like to delay the request for two weeks to receive input from the B.L.M. Arnold wishes to proceed now as the issue is presently before the Jackson Co. Commissioners. Williams moved to delay decision for two weeks; Elerath seconded the motion, which failed as follows on voice vote: Elerath, Reid, Acklin and Arnold, NO; Williams and Laws, YES. Arnold moved to endorse the nomination of the area to the A.C.E.C. category and Acklin seconded the motion. Laws will vote in favor but feels both sides should be heard. The motion passed on voice vote as follows: Elerath, Reid, Acklin, Laws and Arnold, YES; Williams, NO. Set Public Hg. P.A. 88-131 Appeal A letter of appeal of Planning Action No. 88-131 was received from Michael Jewett, representing Terrace Street residents. He requested the hearing be set for December 6, 1988. All agreed and, no further action necessary. 11/1/88 P. 2 Regular Meeting Ashland City Council 11/1/88 P. 3 COMMUNICATIONS, PETITIONS & REMONSTRANCES: Oregon Constitution Amendment Request Continued A request was received from the City of Sandy, Oregon for support of a proposed amendment to the Oregon Constitution relating to the punishment of crimes. A resolution to be submitted to the League of Oregon Cities was read. Acklin moved to support the proposal; Laws seconded the motion which passed on voice vote as follows: Elerath, Williams, Acklin and Laws, YES; Reid and Arnold, NO. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Development Restr. Near Airport Items of record include a report from the Planning and Public Works Directors, a letter from Jim Olson, applicant, and a letter from Greg Phillips, FAA in Seattle. Fregonese said the ordinances allow Council discretion on decisions concern- ing the approach zones and said clear policies and practices should be worked out between the City, Jackson County, the Airport Commission and the F.B.O. Arnold suggested Staff proceed with conclusions three and four of the staff report, and not proceed with de-annexation. Bill Knowles, 357 Reiten Drive, feels affected agencies should be involved in discussions, i.e. the F.A.A. and Oregon State Aeronautics Division. Allen Hassell, said the F.A.A.'s approval will be obtained before construction of homes, and he would like the neighbors to be involved in discussions on policies. Bob Evans, a commercial airline pilot, said the only exposure to danger would be on final approach to the airport and there are plenty of places to land should an emergency arise. Council agreed that Staff proceed with Arnold's suggestion. No further action was taken. Freight Depot Mayor Medaris reported that the District Office of S.P. Transportation Co. wants the freight depot moved, and recommended that Jim Lewis be allowed to move it. Acklin made a motion to remove the building from the Historic Landmarks List and instruct the City Attorney to write S.P. Transp. Co. releasing the rights to the building. Williams seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice vote. Adopt Findings P.A. No. 88-095 (Park Street) On a question from Reid, Hall said the sanitary sewer line was more than adequate for the project, and a previous concern was size of the storm sewer. It was decided to add another condition to read "15. That adequate public facilities be verified by the Public Works Director prior to issuance of a building permit."; and to change condition #10 to read: "That there be one parking space designated per unit." Laws moved to adopt the Findings, Conclusions and Orders as amended; Williams seconded the motion which passed on voice vote as follows: Williams, Acklin, Laws and Arnold, YES; Elerath and Reid, NO. 11/1/88 P. 3 Regular Meeting Ashland CitV Council 11/1/88 P. 4 NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Update 1980 Water Public Works Dir. Hall reviewed his memo Comp. Plan requesting authorization to engage R.W. Beck and Associates to update the 1980 Comprehensive Water Plan. Arnold suggested researching the potential to connect to the Medford water system; and Hall said minimum flows in Ashland Creek will be considered. Reid asked that the words "and visitors" be added to item number i under Task I - Water Demands on page 1 of Attachment A. Elerath moved to authorize the Mayor and City Recorder to sign a professional services agreement with R.W. Beck, including additional suggestions. Willjams seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice vote. PUBLIC FORUM: Walker Ave./Sisk. Blvd. Traffic Gary Jones, 935 Garden Way, expressed concern about the intersection of Walker and Siskiyou Blvd., in light of the tragic accident there recently. Acklin gave a short history of actions taken by the City and approved by the State Highway Division, and suggested a letter be written to the State to bring that accident to their attention. Halloween Report Police Chief Lively reported on Halloween night. Many arrests were made after 1:30 A.M., most of which were individuals from out of town. He will be meeting with the State Police and Sheriff's Department to come up with a better plan for next Halloween. A special thanks will be sent to the Street Department for cleaning up at 3:00 A.M. and the Police Department for handling problems in a professional manner. "C" St. Now Lithia Way Hall said the corner of "C" and First Streets no longer exists. He wishes to give the street sign from the corner of "C" and Pioneer Sts. to the owner of the Key of Cson what is now Lithia Way. There being no further comment from the audience, the public forum section of the meeting was closed. ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS: Amigos Annexation Second reading by title only of an ordinance annexing a contiguous area to the City. Laws moved to adopt the ordinance; Arnold seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2477) Amigos Annexation Second reading by title only of an ordinance withdrawing annexed area from Jackson Co. Fire Dist. No. 5. Acklin moved to adopt same; Laws seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2478) 11/1/88 P. 4 Regular Meeting Ashland City Council 11/1/88 P. 5 ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS: Continued Amigos Annexation Second reading by title only of an ordinance rezoning annexed area from County RR-5 to City of Ashland E-1. Arnold moved to adopt same; Acklin seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2479) Sanitary Sewers E. Main St. Betw. Wightman & Fordyce Second reading by title only of an ordinance authorizing and ordering the installation of sanitary sewers on E. Main Street between Wightman and Fordyce Streets. Laws moved to adopt same; Acklin seconded the motion which carried unani- mously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2480) Mistletoe Rd. Impr. Second reading by title only of an ordinance authorizing and ordering the improvement of Mistletoe Road from Tolman Creek Road to the end of existing pavement. Willlame moved to adopt same; Laws seconded the motion which carried unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2481) Historic District Bldg. Demolition Second reading by title only of an ordinance concerning the demolition and moving of buildings in the Historic District. Acklin moved to adopt same; Arnold seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2482) Amend. Planning Fees Second reading by title only of an ordinance amending the Municipal Code with respect to Planning fees, and various amendments to the development standards provisions. Arnold moved to adopt same; Acklin seconded the motion which carried unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2484) Smith Annexation (Ashland Mine Rd.) Second reading by title only of an ordinance annexing a contiguous area to the City. Arnold moved to adopt same; Williams seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2485) Smith Annexation Second reading by title only of an ordinance with- drawing annexed area from Jackson Co. Fire Dist. No. 5. Laws moved to adopt same; Arnold seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2486) Smith Annexation Second reading by title only of an ordinance rezoning annexed property from Jackson County RR-5 to City of Ashland R-1-7.5. Williams moved to adopt same; Acklin seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Ord. 2487) 1/l/88 P. 5 Regular Meeting Ashland City Council 11/1/88 P. 6 ORDINANCES, RESOLUTION8 & CONTRACTS: Downtown District Local Impr. Dist. Continued A resolution was read setting a public hearing on the formation of a local improvement district to lease, acquire or purchase land in the Downtown District for the construction of parking lots, pedestrian amenities and other improvements. Fregonese and Finance Director Turner explained the proposed funding for the project. Acklin moved to adopt the resolution; Arnold seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Reso. 88-49) R/W Agreement with SPRR - Hersey St. A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Recorder to sign an agreement with Southern Pacific Trans. Co. for additional right-of-way for Hersey Street improvements. Reid moved to adopt same; Acklin seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. (Reso. 88-50) OTHER BUSINESS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS: Reid asked that an agenda item for the next meeting be a discussion on sidewalks and pedestrian ways. Hall told of a planned field trip to Winburn Camp, Nov. 2, 1988 at 10:00 A.M. ADJOURNMENT At 10:15 P.M. Arnold moved to adjourn the meeting to November 16, 1988 at 7:30 P.M. Williams seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice vote. Nan E. ~ranklin city Recorder Mayor 11/1/88 P. 6