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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981-0901 REG MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL September 1, 1981 Roll Call Approval of Mi~utes Public Hearing Granite Street MINUTES OF BOARDS, COMMISS- IONS & COMMITTEES STATE HOUSING/LOW INCOME The meeting was called to order after Acting Mayor Laws led the Pledge of Allegiance at 7:30 p.m. on the above date in the Council Chambers. Mayor Medaris, Dale, and Howard were absent. Peterson moved to approve minutes of the Special Meeting of August 18, 1981 and Sims seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice vote. William Moore, 518 Granite, said that the Friends of Granite Street have expressed themselve relative to the assessments for improvement of Granite Street ever since it first came up and have submitted letters, figures etc. and have never received any assurance that consideration was given same. Moore continued by saying the group of property owners have gotten together with Mark Cooper and agree to go on the front footage concept for improvements. Marilyn Marthowski agreed with Moore as did Judith Kennedy and Mary Ann Santee. Mark Cooper confirmed the agreement between the neighbors and said the materials should be withdrawn relative to the proposal beihg presented on a benefit received basis for property owners receiving improve- ments. Jim Smay, 571 Thornton, said that the conmittee had signified that he can put four units on 900 and he doesn't care how he does it. The public hearing was closed and Peterson said that all submitted materials had been considered and Laws agreed saying there was no right or wrong way to pursue the unique question and be fair to all. Moore said there is still a misunderstanding and that the time spent on working through the matter was not necessary. Laws said that two issues were being considered - development and paving and that he was sorry everyone is unhappy with the legal processes of the matter~ Maridale Moore said the neighborhood was confused and angry when Kennedy who has no easement was assigned to two units and would have had to pay more than on the frontage basis. City Attorney Salter said that a petition should be circulated to each property owner so that their signature could be document- ed as being in favor of the front footage formula. Sims so moved Peterson seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Sims moved to accept minutes of boards, commissions and comm- ittees and place on file; Acklin seconded and on voice vote, all YES. City Administrator Almquist noted the City no longer qualifies for low-income housing and this one may be approved but should leave it up to State's discretion. Acklin moved to accept letter and place on file; Sims seconded and on voice vote, all AYES. 9/1/81 P. i Reg. nlar Meeting Ashland City Council 9/1/81 BLUEBIRD PARK LITHIA PARK STORM DRAINS CITIZENS BUDGET COMMITTEE HISTORIC ORDINANCE/DEMOLITION A memo was read from Councilman Dale reporting on Bluebird Park and John Connor spoke from the audience asking what the dis- position was, if any, on his request to place a sidewalk/entrance to his building along edge of park at his wall. Connor added that he remains concerned about the trees which need to be re- moved and in the event they are no removed he would want some assurance as to whose responsibility it would be in the event damage to his property would result from their being allowed to grow in the fashion th&y are. Laws said that the trees were not found to be a problem and the decision was to be on the stairway request only. Sims suggested to Connors that his responsibility question should be in writing and then if a responsibility exists it should be addressed by the courts. City Attorney Salter said it is inappropriate for Council to discuss responsibilities of the City since those are subject to insurance carriers opinion. Peterson asked that Connor resubmit his drawing and proposal in order for Council to consider and come to some conclusion. A1 Berman said the trees should be topped if not removed and it is his feeling that Connor's sign should be free of obstruction. Peterson moved to defer and wait until report comes from the Bluebird Committee relative to the stairway proposal; Sims seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. A memo was read from Parks & Recreation relative to corrective measures being taken in Lithia Park by the Water Department to correct water leaks/erosion. Almquist cited the problem having to do with the failure of the Water Bond Issue and subsequent removal of budgeted funds for the outlined work and said that temporary measures are planned after TID is turned off which will take care of the matter on temporary basis and that funding will be done for permanent work in the next budget. Laws asked that the City Administrator communicate plans to Parks & Recrea- tion. No action necessary. Recommendations were submitted from Citizens Budget Committee relative to Budget reductions contingent on passage of tax refer- endums. Tom Smith, President of the Chamber of Commerce reviewed needs of Chamber to stimulate Tourism for the whole town requeste reconsideration of the budgetary needs for this purpose. Acklin reminded Smith that $13,000 is being left in the budget and she considered this adequate considering the hard times at present. Peterson said she would welcome ideas for budgeting from the Chamber. Acklin said it was difficult to have to cut out an un- filled position in the Fire Department and overtime in the Police Department and she considers these to be serious cuts. Sims wondered where the people are to speak on different requests when they are being discussed in budget sessions. Sims reminded Smith the City could find itself without Revenue Sharing funds and the results could be disastrous. Deferred as requested. 9/1/81 P. ~ K_~egular Meeting Ashland City Council LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWALS Liquor license renewals were requested for Southside Market and Sabatino's Restaurant and Recorder Franklin asked that renewal for Ye Old Pub be added to the requests. Sims moved to place on agenda per Franklin's request; Peterson seconded and the motion passed unanimously on voice vote. Sims moved to approve three requests as submitted, having been assured by Lt. Selby there was no problem and Peterson seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. AIRPORT ANNEXATION ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS FIRE CODE HEAT PUMP NOISE STDS A memorandum from the Planning Commission was read relative to the proposed Airport Annexation and Almquist said there would be an ordinance later on the agenda. Second reading was give an Ordinance by title only amending the City Fire Code and Sims moved for adoption; Peterson seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. Second reading by title only was given an Ordinance adding a new section to the Building Code relative to noise standards for heat pumps and mechanical devices. Peterson moved to adopt; Sims seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call Vote° AIRPORT ANNEXATION First reading was given an Ordinance setting a public bearing on annexation of Ashland Municipal Airport and Peterson moved for adoption; Acklin seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. ENERGY CONSERVATION A Resolution authorizing the execution of a contract for energy conservation activities was read after having been reviewed by Almquist relative to plans to wrap water heaters etc. and Sims moved to authorize signatures; Acklin seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. SPECIAL ELECTION A Resolution was read setting a special election relative to referendum on Ordinance establishing deferred payment plan for delinquent utility bills and Peterson moved for adoption. There was no second to the motion and Sims asked that CouncS1 discuss the wording on the ballot and asked that it be amended. After discussing modifications City Attorney Sa]ter said he would re- search the issue and check to see if changes would be in order and report back. Council agreed and asked that ruling be made by a report from Salter at the next meeting. LIAISON REPORTS None OTHER BUSINESS Acklin reported concern that the election is coming up on revenue issues and that Council still has not taken any action on s.tate- ments before the election and urged Councll to consider setting up a committee to answer questions of public. Laws cautioned on official statements but felt that it should be pursued unofficial ly. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at~.5..pm. Na Franklin, City Recorder L. Gordon Medaris. Mayor