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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1966-1122 REG MINASHLAND CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting November 22, 1966 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 were: Baker, Roberts, Ward and Whitham. Councilmen Cottle and Lewis were absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Councilman Ward noted one correction to the minutes of the November 1 regu- lar meeting. He indicated that there were two dissenting votes on the motion to string the Christmas lights prior to Thanksgiving. It was moved by Baker, seconded by Ward that the minutes be approved as corrected. On roll call, carried unanimously. At this time, a special presentation of award was made to Mr. James R. Sparks, Public Works Department for his heroic actions in the recent fire at the McGill residence. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Departmental Reports for the month of October. It was moved by Whitham, seconded by Roberts that the reports be accepted and placed on file. On roll call, carried unanimously. COMMITTEE REPORTS: City Administrator Ayre indicated that the Public Works and Protection Committee had not met, and asked that the reports be continued until the next regular meeting. COMMUNICATIONS: 1. City Administrator Ayre indicated that he had received a letter from Mel Barron, representing the Ashland Wranglers, requesting that their lease agreement with the City be extended for an additional five-year period (2.5 acres located within the Industrial Park area). Following some discussion, it was moved by Ward, seconded by Whitham that the lease be renewed for five years with the same conditions. On roll call, carried unanimously. 2. Liquor license renewal applications - City Recorder Bartelt indicated that applications were received from Southside Market, People's Market, May- fair Market, Boh Club, Mark Antony and Ye Old Pub. It was moved by Whitham, seconded by Ward that the applications for l~quor license renewal be approved. On roll call, carried unanimously. 3. Letter from Mr. Ettinger regarding bicycle riding in Lithia Park (also report from Police Chief). Following some discussion, City Attorney Skerry suggested that the Police Chief's report be submitted to the Park Board and if a reply from them is not received within a few days, a letter will be directed to Mr. Ettinger with regard to the Police Chief's report. 4. Request from Southern Oregon College for vacation of Melody Lane. Following some discussion, it was moved by Baker, seconded by Whitham that the City Attorney be instructed to draft an Ordinance setting a date for a Public Hearing and that this matter be referred to the Planning Commission Council Minutes -3- November 22, 1966 passed to second reading by title only. On roll call, carried unanimously. Following the second reading, it was moved by Roberts, seconded by Whitham that Ordinance No. 1493 be adopted. On roll call, carried unanimously. SPECIAL AGENDA ITEMS: (con't.) 3. Adopt specifications and call for bids on 300 KVA pad-mount transformer for Greensprings Dormitory Complex - estimated cost $2,500. City Adminis~ trator Ayre indicated that this item was budgeted. It was moved by Whitham, seconded by Baker that the specifications be adopted and bids called for on December 6, 1966. On roll call, carried unanimously. 4. Presentation of first four months' Revenue Report. Following a brief explanation of the report by City Administrator Ayre, it was moved by Whitham, seconded by Ward that the report be accepted and placed on file. On roll call, carried unanimously. At this time, City Administrator Ayre reported on his recent trip to San Francisco where he met with the downtown planners for a final review of the downtown plans. He indicated that a "Committee of 50" meeting was tentatively scheduled for the first week in January for the official presentation of the final downtown plan. City Administrator Ayre indicated that he would like to have a study session scheduled in the near future regarding the airport (property acquisition, construction of administration building, more permanent lease with present operator, etc.) 8:30 P.M. Zone change R-i:B-8 to R-3:2.4 - two lots in Maple Subdivision (con't. from last meeting). Mr. Leo Zupan spoke in favor of the zone change, indicating that in his opinion, he didn't believe that the proposed construc- tion of a duplex would not decrease the value of the homes in that area. Mrs. Jessie Fitch also spoke in favor of the zone change~ She felt that these duplexes would be more of an asset to this area than just the two' vacant lots which exist at this time. Mr. Ed Boulton, speaking in opposition of the zone change indicated that in his opinion, the proposed duplexes would be a detriment to the residents in this area. Boulton also submitted a letter from Mr. Robert Hemmilwright, also in opposition of the zone change. At this time, City Administrator Arye read a letter from the Ashalnd Planning Commission regarding the rezoning of Maple Subdivision. The letter indicated that by a 4-0 vote it was their decision to deny the rezoning. After consideration of all aspects of the matter and following a lengthy discussion by the City Council, it was moved by Ward, seconded by Whitham that the zone cha~ge be approved. On roll call, carried unanimously, with Baker dissenting. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, subject to the call of the Mayor. City Recorder SRP