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Home My WebLink About1966-1004 REG MINASHLAND CiTY COUNCIL Regular Meeting October 4, 1966 The regular meeting of the City of Ashland was held in the Counci Chambers of the City Hall on the above date. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Richard L. Nelll. Councilmen present were: Baker, Cottle, Lewis, Roberts and Whirham. Councilman Ward was absent° APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Lewis, seconded by Whirham that the minutes of the September 20 regular meetzing be approved and placed on ~ile. On roll call, carried unanimously. At this time, City Administrator Ayre introduced Mr. Howard Eddy of the Oregon Traffic Safety Commisslon. Mr. Eddy explained that the City of Ashland is again be the recipient of an "Oregon Traffic Safety Commission "Traffic Record Improvement Awa[d" foe 1966. The award has three gold bars for reductions in accidents and injuries and no deaths. Eddy presented this award to Mayor Neii1, who in ~eturn presented mt to Police Chief Hays. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Public WoKks & Protection Committee 1. Proposed "Junk Ordinance" Following some discussion, it was moved by Lewis, seconded by Roberts that thls proposed ozdinance be deferred until the full committee has an opportunity to study lt~ On roll call, carried unanimously. COMMUNICATIONS: 1. From Mr. Howard Eddy regarding Traffic Record Improvement Award, City Administrator Ayre indicated that this letter was attached. 2. Letters to Ashland Pollce Department regarding courteous service re- ceived. Ayre indicated that these letters were also attached. SPECIAL AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Report on dredging work on Reader Gulch Reservoir. City Administrator Ayre stated that on the previous Tuesday, he zeceived a wire granting the time extension until June 30, 1967. Following some discuss%on, the Council suggested that City Administrator Ayre be directed to draft letters to Governor Hatfield, Congressman Duncan and Senator Morse thanking them on behalf of the City of Ashland Eor their cooperation and help~ At this time, City Attorney Sekrry extended his appzeclation to the City of Ashland for the ~ine welcome that was g~ven the Bar Association at their Annual Tent Show held in Lithia Park~ He Indicated that the members were very much impressed with Ashland and the zrlendly atmosphere. 2. Bank bids, financing for lease-purchase o~ street sweeper and motor grader. Director of Finance Donald Heinz indicated that the City was un- able to come to an agreement wmth the companies involved, Following some Council Minutes -2- October 4, 1966 discussion, it was moved by Whitham, seconded by Lewis that the City lease- purchase directly from the company. On roll call~ carried unanimously. 3. Ashland Water Shed 3oint field trip - City Council and Forest Service. City Administrator Ayre indicated that the agenda Ior the meetings with the Forest Service was attached. 8:00 P.M, Public Hearing - Amendments to Zoning Ordinance - Ciyt Attorney Skerry read the Ordinance, Allen Alsing, Director of Public Works, ex- plained that these amendments are being proposed to correct certain sections of the ordinance which were inadvertantly adopted before. At this time, Dr. Christian Hald questioned whether or not the setback requirements on the C-1 and C-2 Districts should be treated differently as far as vision clearance was concerned, and indicated that he would like to discuss this matter with the Planning Commission at their next regular meeting. (con't.) 8:05 P.M. Public Hearing - Zone Change from R-F B-200 to R-i:B-8 at 2701 Grandview Drive - Harold B. Johnson, City Attorney Skerry read the Ordinance. It was moved by Lewis, seconded by Cottle 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 Lewis, seconded by Roberts that said Ordinance No. 1487 be adopted. On roll call, carried unanimously. 8:10 P,M. Public Hearing - Curb, gutter and paving - portion of Nevada Street - City Attorney Skerry read the Ordinance. It was moved by Lewis, seconded by Whtiham 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 Lewis that Ordinance No. 1488 be adopted, On roll call, carried unanimously~ 8:00 Public Hearing ~con't,) FOllowing some discussion, it was moved by Lewis, seconded by Roberts that this hearing be continued until. 8:00 P,M. October 18 and that the Planning Commission study this portion of the Ordinance with Dr. Maid and either re- affirm or modify this paragraph. On roll call, carried unanimously. SPECIAL AGENDA iTEMS: Con't,) 4. Report from Police Department regarding traffic contxol at Bellview School. City Administrator Ayre read Sgt. d'Entremont's report to Police Chief Hays and indicated that there were sketches attached. Following some discussion, it was moved by Whltham, seconded by Lewis that the Council take action on this matter as soon as a report is received from the State Highway Department. On roll call, carried unanimously. 5, Adopt specifications and call for bids - compact sedan, and two 1/2-ton pick-up trucks, The estimated cost for the purchase of one 1/2-ton pickup with trade-in is $1,700 and one 1/2-ton pickup without trade-in, $1,900~ The estimated cost of the compact sedans is $2,100 each. It was the recom- mendation of the staff that the specifications be adopted and bids called for on October 18, 1966 at 11 a,m. It was moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham that the recommendation of the staff be accepted~ On roll call, carried unanimously. Council Minutes -3- October 4, 1966 ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS: 1. Ordinance setting a public hearing for curb, gutter and paving on Helman Street from existing paving to Nevada Street. City Administrator Ayre indicated that the petition was signed by a ma3orlty o£ the property owners, but a minority of the front property owners. Following some discussion, it was moved by Lewis, seconded by Cottle that the City Attorney be instructed to draft an ordinance setting the Public Hearing. On roll call, carried unanimously. At this time, City Administrator Ayre Indicated that application for a study, to be federally assisted financially, as to need for future expansion of our present sewer plant had been completed, Also that we were awaiting reply from Mr. Les Wierson, CH M Engineer, regarding what might be considered necessary in the way of ~uture property needs of the plant in order that pro- jects can be considered if desirable. He indicated that there was more prop- erty available from Mrs, Fowler than originally anticipated. Following some discussion, it was moved by Cottle, seconded by Roberrs that an appraisal be taken of the first 7½ acres, On roll call, carrmed unanimously° At this time, there was question raised as to the present status of the Mountain Avenue Bridge. City Administrator Ayre indicated that the County Court was to let the City know of their position mn this matter. The City Council agreed that in the ~nte~im, a Public Works and Protection Committee meeting should be scheduled as soon as possible with the County Court to further discuss the bridge problem with them. There being no further business, the meeting was ad3ourned sub3ect to the call of the Mayor~ SRP City Recorder