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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1967-0207 REG MINPROGRAM FOR REGULAR MEETING ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL February 7, 1967 The regular meeting of the City of Ashland was held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall on the above date. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Richard Neill. Councilmen present: Baker, Cottle, Jones, Roberts and Whitham. Councilman Ward was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Roberts, seconded by Whitham that the minutes of the regular meeting of January 24 be approved and placed on file. On roll call, carried unanimously. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Public Works & Protection Committee 1. Committee Chairman Baker indicated that the committee had met with representatives of the college in regard to parking. The college has now black-topped the parking lot off Frances Lane and another parking lot will soon go in at the new Greensprings Dormitory. Baker indicated that another meeting will be scheduled with the college to further discuss off-street parking. 2. Councilman Cottle stated that the committee had met the previous week with regard to the lighting of railroad crossings. Cottle indicated that the problem on Laruel, Helman, Oak and Glenn Streets is not only that of signaling, but also one of vision clearance. The committee re- quested more time to study this matter and check the best and most feasible way to solve these problems. A public hearing on this subject will be scheduled in the near future. COMMUNICATIONS: 1. Request of Ashland Taxi Cab Co. for deletion of night service. At this time, Edward Krahel of 168 Meade Street stated that he felt the Taxi Co. had an obligation to the citizens of Ashland to continue their night service. He indicated that there were many people who were without transportation during the night and the taxi service was their only means. Following some discussion, it was moved by Cottle, seconded by Whitham that this item be referred to the Public Works and Protection Committee. On roll call, carried unanimously. 2. Request of Ashland General Hardware for parking control on "C" Street. Theletter requested that one hour parking be installed along the curb of "C" Street adjacent to the Ashland General Hardware. Following some discus- sion by the Council, it was moved by Cottle, secondedby Roberts that this matter be referred to the Public Works and Protection Committee. On roll call, carried unanimously. 3. Request of Planning Commission for joint City Council-Commission meeting. Following some discussion, it was moved by Cottle, seconded by Whitham that a joint meeting be held with the Planning Commission following their first Public Hearing on the Downtown Plan and before their second hearing. It was the feeling of the Council that the Planning Commission should be involved with the geographics of the plan rather than the finan- .cial aspects. Council Minutes -2- February 7, 1967 4. City Administrator Ayre indicated that a letter from Mr. Gust Johnson had been received. (too late to make the agenda) The letter requested re- consideration by the Council of a previous request to paint the corner of Madrone and Indiana Streets yellow, preventing college parking. It was moved by Baker, seconded by Roberts that this matter be referred back to the Public Works and Protection Committee. On roll call, carried unanimously. SPECIAL AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Request for franchise for educational and entertainment cable T.V. Mr. John Hassen, attorney for Joseph Smith, gave the Council a brief explanation of the proposal to serve the entire Ashland area with a 12 channel cable T.V. system. (con't. after the 8:00 Public Hearing) 8:00 P.M. Public Hearing - (con't.) Amendments to Zoning Ordinance - vision clearance in C-1 Zone. City Attorney Skerry indicated that there has been no report received yet and requested that this hearing be con- tinued until the next regular meeting. It was moved by Baker, seconded by Whitham that this hearing be continued until 8:00 P.M., February 21. On roll call~ carried unanimously. (Request for franchise con't.) At this time, Mr. Sid Ainsworth, represent- ing Mr. Everett Faber, that he felt that the Council should not grant a second franchise for cable T.V. (Mr. Faber was granted a non-exclusive franchise in 1964). Following some further discussion, it was moved by Roberts, seconded by Baker that this matter be referred to the Utilities Committee. On roll call, carried unanimously. 2. Presentation of the Ashland Comprehensive Plan by the Mayor's Master Plan Committee, Duane Baker, Chairman. Baker indicated that the committee is, after one year's work, submitting this plan to the Council for their acceptance (not adoption). It was Mr. Baker's hope that the Council would thoroughly study this plan and sent it to the Plan~ing Commission for Public Hearings. It was moved by Baker, seconded by Whitham that the Ashland Comprehensive Plan be accepted at this time and referred to ~he Planning Commission for further study and hearings. On roll call, carried unanimously. 3. Presentation by Mrs. J. Wilcox, Ashland Community Aide, of the Community Action Program for Ashland (U.S. Office of Economic Opportunity) Mrs. J. Wilcox was represented by Mr. Ben Day, Medford. Mr. Day gave a brief explanation of what the Community Action Program is striving for in this area - to investigate what can be done to eliminate poverty in this area. Mr. Day explained that it was not their purpose to ask the Council for anything, but rather to make the Council and citizens aware of their program. Mr. Day did state, however, that at some future date they may request the City's assistance in locating space for their Abundant Food Distribution Center and also a place to hold meetings. (con't.) At this time, it was moved by Whitham, seconded by RoberrS that the 8:15 scheduled Public Hearing be continued until later in the evening.) Community Action Program (con't.) At this time, Mr. Day introduced two Council Minutes -3- February 7, 1967 Ashland Community Aides, Mrs. Shaw and Miss Kllgore. They both gave a brief explanation of the type of work that's being done in this area. They also pointed out two maps which were displayed. 'The map§ help the aides determine low-income areas in AShland. Following some discussion, Mayor Neill thanked the representatives for their presentation and indicated that the Council would cooperate in any way possible to help the program. 8:15 Public Hearing Proposed Siskiyou Boulevard Improvement Project - City Administrator Ayre gave a brief outline of the proposed project (City Administrator Rpt. No. 67-1 - Siskiyou Boulevard Improvement Project was handed out at the last regular meeting) indicating the definite need for such improvements due to the excessively high accident rate and traffic volume. Ayre indicated that the total estimated cost for the project was $57,534, the State's share being $43,150.50, the City's share, $14,383.50. Ayre also indicated that if this proposal were accepted by the City Council, construction would begin this spring. At this time, Mr. Jim Jaggers, JackMills and Pat Neil of S.O.C. spoke in favor of the proposed improvement plan. Also speaking in favor of the plan were Mr. Hans Lassen, owner of the Firestone Store; Mr. Joe Butler, representing the Chamber of Commerce; Mr. Will Fisher and Mrs. Dobre Purdy. Following some discussion by the Council, it was moved by Baker, seconded by Whitham that the City move quickly to implement this highway widening project on the Boulevard and that the State's participation in this project be requested. On roll call, carried unanimously. SPECIAL AGENDA ITEMS (con't.) 4. Adopt specifications and call for bids on Sanitary Sewer line - East Main and Clay Street. It was moved by Roberts, seconded by Whitham that the City Administrator be authorized to call for bids at 10 A.M., Monday, February 20. On roll call, carried unanimously. 5. Petition for curb, gutter and paving of Meade Street between Iowa and Holly. Following some discussion, it was moved by Baker, seconded by Whitham that City Attorney Skerry be instructed to draft an Ordinance setting a Public Mearing. On roll call, carried unanimously. 6. Presentation of six-months budget report of expenditures. City Administrator Ayre stated that Director of Finance Heinz is to be compli- mented on his efforts in making these periodical reports available to the Council for their information. ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS: 1. Ordinance setting Public Hearing - curb, gutter and paving 135' of Taylor Street. City Attorney Skerry indicated that there has been a change in the original petition. .They now request that 350' rather than 135' be curbed, guttered & paved. Director of Public Works Alsing stated that this petition involves five properties and four have signed in favor of the petition. Following some discussion by the Council, this matter was referred back to Director of Public Works Alsing in order that the petitioners be recontacted. No action was taken at this time. Council Minutes -4- February 7, 1967 2. Resolution adopting Procedures for Plans and Specifications - Public Works Projects. It was the decision of the Council that this item be continued until the next regular meeting. No action taken. 3. Resolution adopting Standard Specifications for Public Works Projects. This item was also continued until the next regular meeting. No action taken. 4. At this time, Mayor Neill requested that a study session be scheduled for the purpose of appointing a Treasurer to fill the unexpired term. It was moved by Roberts, seconded by Whitham that a study session be scheduled for Tuesday noon, February 14 in the City Council Chambers. On roll call, carried unanimously. There being no further business~ the Council unanimously agreed to adjourn subject to the call of the Mayor. SRP