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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981-1020 REG MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL October 20, 1981 ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES MINUTES OF BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMMITTEES NORTH ASHLAND INTER- CHANGE STATUS The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. on the above date. ~, Sims, Dale, Laws and PeterSon were present. Howard and Acklin were absent from the meeting. Councilman Dale noted that the minutes of the October 6 meeting had him absent and he was present. Peterson moved to approve minutes as corrected; Laws seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice vote. Laws moved to accept and place on file the minutes of Boards, Commiss- ions and Committees; Peterson seconded the motion and on voice vote, all YES. Eric Dittmer, 208 Water Quality Coordinator reviewed the current status of the North Ashland Interchange sewer project proposed to be done by Bear Creek Valley Sanitary Authority saying that he has met with Brad Prior (County Planning Department - Sanitation Div.) and Gary Stevens (Enviornmental Health Section, Health Department) to discuss initiating a health hazard survey in the North Ashland area to confirm and work with pollution problems and septic failures if they exist, by installation of sewer system the size of which would be studied. Dittmer reviewed the area concerns expressed by the property owners relative to health hazards and urged consideration of working out the problems on a local level rather than the courts. Dittmer said he is pursuing the health hazard survey based on recent legislat- ion introduced by Senator Hannon calling for solution should hazards exist. Dittmer said that after many meetings they got to the point where the project has possibilities if BCVSA accepts the many land use changes. Dirtmet said the only on-site alternative would be a sewer system. Dittmer said a survey would cost approximately $10,000 and final judgment would be done by Dr. Fukushima as to the extent of health hazards impacting the area. Sims said another alternative could be to annex the land and they would provide sewer. Alsing said there are several options. Laws said he can understand the Water Quality Agency's concern for water and Sanitationts concern for health but he would hope that decisions will be conservative. Dittmer said there will be a report and that the system could be smaller than the one proposed by BCVSA. Sims asked about the number of streams which are polluted and Dittmer agreed they still are in that condition but it is often difficult to pin-point the source etc. Laws said for that reason the growth should be controlled to preclude further problems. Dittmer said even the digging of a well can impact pollution. Dittmer said a solution would be sought which would be acceptable to Jackson County, Ashland and property owners and said the property owners are willing to have Jackson County or City declare hazards but other agencies have control of the land. Sims said there are undoubtedly a number of health hazards but its impact is unknown to him. Sims wondered if there are only one or two problems that measures be taken to eliminate those problems. 10/20/81 p. i Regular Meeting Ashland City Council 10/20/81_P. 2 YMCA Annexation DEMOLITION ORD. STEVENS VS C OF A ELECTRIC RATES MARY JANE VACATION LIQUOR LICENSES RADIO SYSTEM A memorandum was read from the Planning Commission relative to the YMCA Annexation and the City Administrator said the ordinances would appear later on the agenda. A memorandum and draft ordinance of the demolition of historic build- ings was submitted. Don Rist, representing the local real estate industry asked if this ordinance would apply only to the designated Historic District or anywhere in Ashland. Beth Wilson explained that a list is being developed containing 200 houses with historic value and explained it is not the intention of the Historic Commission to make things inconvenient but that it would assure a second look. Wilson said that people would be encouraged to use historic buildings for com- mercial purposes. Peterson agreed that the value of Ashland's heritage is important to the community. Laws disagreed with the influence of the list generated by the Commission and said it tends to put its value on other peoples property. Dale said he feels that the historic desig- nation would enhance the value of property rather than be a disadvantage. Rist said that the majority of realtors are concerned about the history of Ashland but are also concerned that property owners or purchasers would be losing their rights. At Teitelbaum said he doesn't think the people of Ashland will accept the ordinance. Laws said the majority of people are not interested in the historic value and retention of the older homes and feels it would be a wrong decision given the repres- entation of all of the people. Medaris cautioned Council that the ordinance would be rather strict and wondered if it would sit well with the community. Wilson asked if the ordinance would be acceptable if the language was changed. Peterson moved that Staff come back with ordinance incorpora-ting Laws' recommendation that Council have final say and that D-3 be eliminated. Sims seconded the motion.{ Laws moved to amend provision ~hat no house be put on list without the oonsent of property owner; Dale seconded and on roll call the amendment motiQnL carried with Sims, Dale and Laws voting YES; Peterson opposed. On the original motion, Sims, Dale, Laws and Peterson voted in favor. Motion carried unanimously. City Attorney Salter reviewed the Stevens lawsuit and said the next step is the Supreme Court. Council agreed that Salter should pursue the case to conclusion. Councilmember Peterson requested policy change relative to home occupa- tions where the residence is 75% of use and commercial 25% and asked that the rate be based on residential rates in such an instance. Council agreed and Peterson so moved; Laws seconded and on voice vote motion passed unanimously. Postponed until next meeting on November 3, 1981. A liquor license application was submitted for Tommy's Restaurant and with Chief Lively's approval Laws moved to approve; Peterson seconded and the motion passed unanimously on voice vote. Chief Lively reviewed memo to Council outlining radio communications with attached bids to implement a private line system. Salter had researched the matter in an effort to correct the present system but said nothing can be done. Laws moved to approve request and that 1/2 be charge to General Fund Contingency and 1/2 Util. Fund Cont. and Peter- son seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice vote. 10/20/81 _Regular Meeting Ashland City Council 10/20/el P.3 BALLOT TITLES MC GREW BROS NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES CIVIC CENTER PLAQUE PUBLIC FORUM ORD., RES., & CONTRACTS Spec. Benefits Dist.48 Airport Annexation (Contiguous Area) Airport Annexation JC Fire Dist. Withdrwl Airport Annexation (Rezoning) City Attorney Salter's memo was read and the ballot title was found not to be comparable with that of the State. Council discussed the need for a better solution and agreed the petitioner should not be held up while ballot titles are prepared. Karen Merrill asked that the news media be notified and asked why notice wasn't posted. Salter said it is not required and he can't remember having given notice previous to this time. Salter said the matter can be appealed to Council. Cortiss said that would hardly be the place to take this issue since a protest is being lodged by some Council action. Peterson asked that the City Attorney notify Council and newspapers and that a notice of action be posted on bulletin board upstairs in City Hall. Salter reported McGrew Bros have made payment weekly and posted a $5,000 bond and that $19,000 arearage has been frozen for rent, taxes and utility bills. Salter asked for ratification of stipulations as presented and Laws so moved; Dale seconded and motion passed with all AYES on voice vote. (Items 4 & 5 on agenda) Mayor Medaris proposed that the City join the National League of Cities citing the necessity of having national legislation action available so City can have input in early stage etc; Laws said that we are members indirectly through the League and felt the matter should be decided by the Budget Committee. Sims agreed and it was decided by Council to refer the matter to the Budget Committee. Almquist showed a sketch and gave specification for a brass plaque to be installed on the new Civil Center building saying that the "Justice Cen~er" would be inappropriate when other City facilities are added to the existing structure/complex. Almquist said he felt that with the dedication of the building that the late Chief Herb Hays' picture could be unveiled in the Police building. Corliss agreed say- ing he has been supporting the naming of the building after Hays but agreed Almquist's suggestion was appropriate. Laws moved to approve recommendation; Dale seconded and on voice vote, all YES. No response. First reading was given an Ordinance levying Special Benefit Assessments for District No. 48 and Sims moved to second reading; Laws seconded and the motion passed unanimously on roll call vote. First reading was given an Ordinance annexing a contiguous area to the City and Laws moved to second reading; seconded by Peterson and passed without opposition on roll call vote. First reading was given an Ordinance withdrawing recently annexed area from Jackson County Fire District No. 5 and Peterson moved to second reading; Dale seconded the motion and on roll call, all YES. First reading was given an Ordinance rezoning the Ashland Airport Annexation area and Sims moved to second reading; Laws seconded and on roll call motion passed unanimously. 10/20/81 ~ Regular Meeting Ashland City Council 10/20~ P. Z Ex-officio duties City Attorney First reading was given an Ordinance amending the Municipal Code with respect to Ex-officio duties of the City Attorney and Sims moved to second reading; Peterson seconded and on roll call, all YES. Elec. Utility Franchise Council agreed to postpone until next meeting for clarification. YMCA Annexation First reading was given an Ordinance setting a public hearing concern- ing annexation of YMCA property and Laws moved to second reading; Sims seconded the motion which passed unanimously on roll call vote. Senior Program Trans. of Appropriations A Resolution amending Resolution No. 81-20 expanding Senior Program Board to eight members was read and Laws moved to adopt; Sims seconded and on roll call motion passed unanimously. A Resolution transferring appropriations within Funds was read and Peterson moved to adopt; Dale seconded the motion which passed unani- mously on roll call vote. MAYORS APPOINTMENTS Mayor Medaris appointed Emilie Uhde to the Senior Program Board and Laws moved for approval; Dale seconded and on voice vote, all AYES. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS LIAISON REPORTS Peterson moved to accept departmental reports for the month of Septem- ber and Laws seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice vote. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:35 P.M. with a reminder of S~udy Session on October 29 at 7:30 P.M. relative to Water System Improvements. City Recorder ~ ~ ~_ L. Gordon Medaris Mayor ih