Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout1967-1205 REG MINMINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING ASHLAND CITy COUNCIL December 5, 1967 The regular meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall on the above date. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Richard Neill at 7:30 P.M~ Councilmen Baker, Jones, Roberts, Ward and Whitham were present. Councilman Cottle was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Ward, seconded by Whitham that the minutes of the last regular meeting of November 21 be accepted and placed on file.o On roll call, carried unanimously. COMMITTEE REPORTS: 1. Finance and Realty Committee - no report 2. Public Works & Protection Committee (a) Chairman Baker read the revised Memorandum regarding recommended speed changes on State Highways. Baker indicated that the only changes in the original Memorandum, after review by the Public Works and Pro- tection Committee, were Items 3, Highway 66 - Clay Street Overpass to Lit Way (changed Memorandum to read 30 mph from Lit Way to Tolman Creek Road rather than from Lit Way to Interstate 5 Freeway) and 4, North Main Street - Coolidge Street to City Limits {added the statement that 30 mph zone should not extend beyond Sheridan Street at this time). Following some further discussion, it was moved by Baker, seconded by Jones that there commendations be accepted and forwarded to the State for their consideration. On roll call, carried with Ward opposing. (b) Request from Presbyterian Church for crosswalk On Clark Street. Chairman Baker indicated that it was the Staff's recommendation that this request be denied. Director of Public Works Alsing stated that the State Highway Department looks on mid-block crosswalks with disfavor. They felt that as the crosswalk would only be used on Sundays, it would lose its effectiveness during the week. It was staff's recommendation that rather than place a crosswalk in this area, a yellow no-parking zone be painted adjacent to the corssing area, on both sides of the street. It was moved by Baker, seconded by Ward that this recommendation be accepted and implemented. On roll call, carried unanimously. 3. Utilities Committee - no report 4. Cemetery & Ordinance Committee - no report COMMUNICATIONS: 1. From Ashland Post Office requesting eleven 15-minute parking spaces. Councilman Baker stated that after review by the Public Works and Protection Committee, it was their recommendation that this request be denied, feeling that it would be taking parking away from surrounding businesses. It was recommended, however, that five 15-minute parking spaces be granted on a temporary basis until after the Christmas season. All five of these spaces would be located on "C" Street, three of them Council Minutes Page 2 December 5, 1~67 ad3acent to the Elks' Parking Lot and two of them adjacent to the Post Office behind the two spaces now designated as 15-minute parking. It was moved by Ward, seconded by Whirham that this report be accepted and implemented. On roll cal~, carried unanimously. 2. From Southern Oregon College requesting development of Siskiyou Boulevard between Highway 66 junction and Walker Avenue. Mr. Donald Lewis, representing Southern Oregon College, stated that it was the feeling of the college that for safety reasons, improvements should be made to, this portion of the Boulevard. He indicated that there is much pedestrian traffic along this area, and at present there are no sidewalk facilities at all. (cont'd. following 8:00 P.M. Public Hearing) PUBLIC HEARING: 8:00 P.M. - Vacation of portion of Willow and Hersey. Following some discussion between the Council and City Attorney Skerry, it was moved by Whitham, seconded by Roberts that the first reading of this Ordinance be passed, with the condition that both parites involved agree on des- criptions and quitclaims. On roll call, carried unanimously. (S.O.C. request cont'd.) At this time, Mr. Jean Ebe~hart, speaking' for the merchants of the Gateway Shopping Center indicated that they too would agree to the improvements for safety reasons, providing it would not hinder their access from both Highway 66 and 99. D~rector of Public Works Alsing stated that a letter would have to be drafted to the State Highway Department requesting this extension of the development of the Boulevard south to Walker Avenue. It was moved by Baker, seconded by Ward that this letter be drafted and forwarded to the State for their consideration. On roll call,c~rried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING: 8:15 P.M. - Zone Change - corner of Iowa and Morse from C-1 to R-3-1.2. Mr. Robert Voris, at this time, indicated that he was in favor of this Ordinance. There being no one speaking in opposition to the Ordinance. it was moved by Ward, seconded by Whitham that the rules be suspended and the Ordinance passed to second reading by title only. On roll call, carried unanimously. Following the second reading, it was moved by Whitham, seconded by Ward that Ordinance No. 1547 be adopted. On roll call, carried unanimously. COMMUNICATIONS: (cont'd.) 3. Ashland Taxi Cab requesting review of their cab franchise. Mr. Shelby Wilcox, owner of Ashland Taxi Cab Service, indicated that the Greyhound buses are delivering their passengers to the bus depot, giving them their baggage, then delivering them directly to the college~ Mrs. Wilcox stated that they have written several letters to the PUC and each time received the same answer, that the City has jurisdiction. City Attorney Skerry indicated that until the City has word from the PUC stating that this matter actually does fall under City jurisdiction, no action should be takne. He pointed out that the Wilzox's franchise was not exclusive. It was the Council's recommendation that the Staff Council Minutes Page 3 December 5, ] hold this letter, pending word from the PUC. City Administrator Gary Boshears stated that a letter had been received from Mrs. O.R. Allen, 122 Church Street, requesting a "No Parking" or "No Parking to Corner" sign On the left side of Church Street to the intersection at Baum Street. She indicated that when cars are parked in this area, it makes it very difficult to see when making the turn, particularly if children happen to be walking along the street. It was moved by Roberts, seconded by Baker that this letter be referred to the Public Works and Protection Committee. Carried unanimously. SPECIAL AGENDA ITEMS: A. Unfinished Busienss: 1. Siskiyou Boulevard Project - Bridge Street Intersection. At this time Mr. Duane Reid, Ashland Police Department, made a report with regard to traffic accidents in the Palm Street south to Wightman Street area. It was his finding that approximately 20% of a total 225 accidents occuring between January, 1967 and October 1967 happened in this area. At this time, Mr. Clifford Moran, propietor of the Palm Motel, indi- cated that he was opposed to the closure of the Bridge Street left turn. City Administrator Boshears indicated that Mr. Robert Voris presented four letters to him before the Council Meeting, all in opposition to the closure of this intersection. Those sending letters were: Clarence Bell, Dewain Phillips, Iva Jobbins and W. D. Jackson & Anna I. Jackson. Mr. Don Lewis, speaking on behalf of the College, indicated that he would rather see a compromise than to have Britt Student Center access closed. City Administrator Boshears indicated, that from a safety standpoint, the best plan for this intersection would be closure of Bridge Street. The second best would be opening of Bridge and closure of Britt Student Center access. The third choice woul be a compromise, opening of both accesses. Following much discussion, it was moved by Ward, seconded by Whitham that the third plan (opening of both accesses) be accepted and implemented. On roll call, carried unanimously. City Administrator Boshears indicated that the parking bays are being worked on at the present time. 2. Award of bids (a) Motor Scooter - Police Department. Director of pinance Larry Mohr indicated that one bid was received from Air Mac for $1,241.50. It was moved by Roberts, seconded by Whitham that the bid be awarded to Air Mac. On roll call, carried unanimously. (b) Transformers - Electric Department - Mohr indicated that bids had been received from seven vendors. It was staff's recommendation that the bid for the 300 KVA 120/208 v. transformer be awarded to R.T.E. for $2,494.00; 300 KVA 277/480 v. transformer awarded to General Electric Council Minutes Page 4 December 5, 1967 Supply for $2,740; and, 225 KVA 120/208 v. transformer awarded to Westinghouse Supply for $2,360.00. It was moved by Baker, seconded by Whitham that the bids be awarded as recommended by Staff. On roll call, carried unanimously. (c) Underground cable - Electric Department - Mohr stated that six bids were received. It was the recommendation of the staff that the alternate bid of $380/M from Western Power Products be accepted. On roll call carried unanimously. (d) Valves and fittings - Public Works Department - It was the rec- ommendation of the Staff that the bid be awarded to Hinds Supply contingent upon their supplying a list of brand names. it was moved by Baker, seconded by Roberts that the recommendation be accepted. On roll call, carried unanimously. B. New & Miscellaneous Business: 1. Applications for renewal of liquor license. City Recorder Bartelt indicated that he had received applications from the Market Basket and Deb's Restaurant. He also stated that the Police Chief had approved ~oth applications. It was moved by Ward, seconded by Whitham that the applications be approved. On roll call, carried unanimously. 2. Staff Report - Analysis of Airport Improvements City Administrator Boshears presented the report and indicated that we are in a position to apply for another small federal grant° He specified that this grant would be for (1) extension ~fthe apron area to include 12 more tie- downs, and (2) surfacing of the arterial taxi-way from the gas pump to the hangar area. He indicated that the George Brothers have placed an order for 10 hangar units. Boshears indicated that 24 tie-downs are now being used. In addition, 8 more people have indicated they want tie- down space. Out of the 10 hangar units ordered, 6 iand possibly 2 more) have been spoken for. Following some discussion, it was moved by Ward, seconded by Baker, that Staff be authorized to make application for said fund~o On roll call, carried unanimously. At this time, City Administrator Boshears indicated that another communi- cation from Safeway Stores, Inc. had been received regarding the closure of their entrance nearest Sherman Street on the Boulevard. It was moved by Baker, seconded by Ward that this matter be referred to the Public Works & Protection Committee. On roll call, carried unanimously. Councilman Jones announced that he would have a report ready for the next regular meeting with regard to his parking meter stndy0 C. Ordinances, Resolutions & Contracts: 1. Resolution authorizing establishment of account fo~ acceptance of stocks and bonds for Park Commission. City Attorney Skerry indicated that there are former residents of Ashland who have expressed an interest in making improvements in Lithia Park. It is the recommendation of the Council Minutes Page 5 December 5, 196/ of the Park Commission that an account be established w~th Dean WitLer and Co. for acceptance of gifts of stocks and bonds for this purpose. z'~iiowlng the first reading by City Attozney, !t was moved by Baker seconded by Whitham that the rules be suspended and the Resolution ~assed to second reading by title only. On roll ca~!, carried unani- mously. FollowIng the second reading, ~t was moved by Whirham, seconded by Ward that the Resolution be adopted. On roll call, carried unani- mously. 2. Resolutmon authorizing establishment of Public' Works Guarantee Deposit Fund. It was moved by Whitham, seconded by Ward that the rules be suspended and the Resolution passed uo second ~eading by tmtle only. On roll call, carried unanimously. Following the second reading, it was moved by Roberts, seconded by Whmtham that the Resolution be adopted. On roll call, carried unanimously. 3. Resolution approving Participation by Local HoGsing Owners In The Federal Pent Supplement Program. At this tmme, Mr, Vmnce Oredson and Mr= Nell Mann mndicated that they proposed to construct an 18 or 20 unit establishment for the purpose of rentinq to qualified low-~ncome families who are elderly, handicapped, displaced, v~ctmms ot natural disaster, or occupants of substandard housing. Following some discussion, it was moved by Ward, seconded by Roberts that the rules be suspended and the Resolutionpassed to second reading by t~tle nnly. On roll call carried unanimously. Following the second readinG, mt was moved by Ward, seconded by Baker that the Resolution approv~ng participation by local housing owners in the Federal Rent Supplement Program be adopted~ On roll call, carried unanimously. 4. Resolutions authorizing Inter-fund Loans (a) Pesolution authorizing a loan of funds fzom the Utility Fund to the Water Sinking Fund - City Attorney Skerry read the Resolution - I~i was moved by Baker, seconded by Whitham that the rules be suspended and the Resolution passed to second reading by title only. On roll call, carried unanimously. Following the second reading, ~t was moved by Ward, seconded by Whitham that the Resolution be adopted. On roll call, carried unanimously. (b) Resolution authorizing a loan of funds from the Utility Fund to the Hospital Sinking Fund - City Attorney Skerry read the Resolution - It was moved by Whitham, seconded by Ward that the rules be suspended and the Resolution passed to second reading by title only. On roll call, carried unanimously. Following the second reading, it was moved by Whitham, seconded by Baker that the Resolution be adopted. On roll call, carried unanimously. (c) Resolution authorizing a loan of funds from the Utility Fund to the Disaster Relief Fund - City Attorney Skerry read the Resolution - It was moved by Ward, seconded by Whitham that the rules be suspended and the Resolution passed to second reading by title only. On roll call, carried unanimously. Following the second reading, it was moved by Whitham, seconded by Ward that the Resolution be adopted. On roll call, carried unanimously. Council Minutes Page 6 December 5, 1907 At this time, City Administrator Boshears reminded the Council of the Mountain Avenue Bridge Dedication ceremonies to be held on December 11 at 10:00 A.M. There being no further business at this time, the Council unanimously agreed to adjourn subject to the call of the Mayor. Recorder SRP