HomeMy WebLinkAbout1960 Jan-Dec Meeting MINTPE CITY OF ~SHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 5, 1960.
The Common CouncLl of the City of Ashland net in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Bosshard, Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel and Whirham present.
The minutes of December 15 and 29, 19~9 were read .and approved as read.
MAyor Neill suspended regular business at this tim for the presentation of his annual report for the past
year and appointments ~for city offices and standing committees which are as follows:
Police Chief
Fire Chief
Cenetery Sapt.
Street Supt.
Water Supt.
City & Electric Supt.
City, Attorney
Health Officer
Municipal Judge
Herb Hays
Charles Davis
James Burr
Robert Piercey
Allen Alsing
Elmer Biegel
H~'A'~ A. 8~erry, Jr.
Dr. R. M. Turner
Richard Cottle
· Moved by Bosshard, seconded by Kerr, that the above appointments be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
Mayor Neill stated that 'due to the undertakings in progress by the present members of the standing committees,
he felt that no changes should be made and that said committees continue for the coming year. Standing committees
are as follows:
Cha =n
FINANCE Kerr Whirham le~wis
STREET Peter~ Revel Bosshard
REALTY Bosshard Kerr Lewis
TRAFFIC Revel Lewis Bosshard
ELECTRIC Whit2ma Bosshard Peters
WATER Revel Lewis Bossh~rd
FIRE Lewis Revel Peters
CEMETEEY Peters Kerr Whitham
ORDINANCE Lewis Bosshar~l Whirham
SANITATION l~itham Peters' Lewis
.LONG RANGE
PLANNING Lewis Revel Whirham
HOSPITAL Bo s shard
BUDGET DIRECTOR Kerr
Upon ~esumption of re~lar business, the Recorder read a petition signed by 44 b.usinuss men andwomen requesting
that parking meters on the streets of Ashland be removed at once and not replaced until such time that a definite
n~ed for them is expressed by the businesses directly concerned. On the buck of the petitionwore 6 signatures
requesting that meters be retained.
The Recorder next read a 2½ page unsigned letter which accompanied the petition Stating the reasons for this
aption. Moved by Bosshard, seconded by Lewis, that petition and letter be referred to the Traffic Committee.
Carried unanimously.
..u~ Rills and Payrolls amounting tp $87,769.72 were presented for payment. Moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that
.;! bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Cal~., carried unanimously.
Councilman Lewis, Chairman of the Long ~ange Planning Committ'ee, requested that the committee meet January 14,
~..~1960, at 7=30 PM at the Chamber of Commerce.
City Attorney Ske~r~ r~ported that M~. Bulkley had called in regards to height of fence on Weightman Street
'but no solution has been reached as yet.
Jar. Skerry also stated that he had written the League in regards t~ fence ordinances and that a report will be
made as soon as information is received.
Mr. SkerA-~ reported that Dp. Buford, of Beach St., had requested a guard rail he installed on said street. After
some discussion, City S~.pt.. Biegel was instructed to advise Dr. Buford of the action which will be taken to
correct this situation.
i~t this time City Supt. Biegel introduced JAr. Rountree, new editor and o~uer of the Ashland Daily Tidings, to
t~e Mayor and nembers of the council.
City Supt. Biegel stated that he had talked to the State Board of Health officials in Portland and that the
i~S~mrd would is definite rather than the word could in regards to appropriation for monies for Sewage Disposal
plant as soon as appropriation for 1960 is made, and that $60,000.00 to $65,000.00 of 1959 appropriation is
new available for Ashland.
Councilman Bosshard reported that requests for parking on one side of street only have been received for
portions of Roca, Ashland, P~lm and Mountain Avenue. After some discussion, Councilman Revel, Chairman of the
Traffic Comm~ittee, stated that the committee will meet to-morrow and investigate these situations.
There being no further business, moved by Bosehard,. seconded by Lewis, that the meeting adjourn subject to
the call of the Mayor.
Ashland, Oregon
TE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 19, 1960.
The Comon Council of the City of Ashland mot in regular seseion at ?:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis,- Peters, Revel and Whitham present. Absent: Bosshard.
The minutes of meeting of January 5, 1960 were read and approved as read.
The Recorder read a letter f~om the Board of Trustees of the Ashland Public Library requesting the re-appointment
of M~s. John Cotton to the board for a term of 5 years, effective january 1, 1960. Moved by Kerr, seconded by
Peters, that appointment of Mrs. Cotton be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
Following study of City Department reports for the month of December, 1959, moved by Revel, s~conded by
Whirham, that reports be accepted a~.d placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Councilman Revel, Chairman of the Traffic Committee, reported that the Traffic Committee had investigated the
situation at the foot of Roca Sto ;and reconnnends that yellow lines he extended on Ashland St. to 1~! Ave.
on both sides of Ashland St., and that yellow lines be continued on Rona St. on both sides of street to make
the intersection clear; also Almond St. from Church to Nob Hill to be marked "No Parking This Side" on upper
side of street, and Mr. Ave. from Siskiyou Blvd. to Wisconsin to be marked the same on east side of street.
Planning Commission recommends the above corrections.
Revel also stated that the Traffic Committee had not met as yet in regards to the petition request~ removal
of parking meters but that he had made a foot su~-vey of some of the signers and that removal of meters was not
their answer to the problan. Study of th,~s situation will be continued in hopes of finding the true' X~eds to
the solution of this problem.
Councilman Lewis stated that the Long Rango Planning Committee met January 14, 1960 and maps were studied re-
garding possible streets out side of city limits. Discussion of Nevada Street continuation was proposed and
a meeting with CoUnty Commissioner Wendt is hoped for next week.
City S~pt. Biegel presented forme to be signed in regards to Se.~ge Disposal Plant construction and City
Attorney SkeA-A-y read a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute for and on behalf of the City of Ashland
the acceptance of a federal grant agreement in the amount of $70,896.00, designated as Project No. WPC-ORE-45,
which grant w~lq be used for enlargement of the existing sewage treatment plant. Moved by Lewis, ee~nded by
Revel, that the rules be suspended and Resolution passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call,
carried uannimously. After second reading by Skerry, moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that Resolution be
adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
The hour of 8:00 PM having arrived, Public Hearing was held regarding annexing certain property for'new Jr. High
School and dispensing with an election in the territory to be annexed. No objections being presented, Attorney
Skerry read Ordinance No. 1268 pertaining to said annexation. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that under a
suspension of the rules, Ordinance be passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimousl½.
After second reading by Skerry, moved by Revel, seconded by Kerr, that Ordinance No. 1268 be adopted. On Roll
Call, carried unanimously. "' ~ ~
Mayor Neill proposed the re-appointment of- Arnold Bauder and Gerald Wenner to su~ themselves ang ~d Mars
to succeed Dick Herndobler as members of the Hospital Board. Moved by Revel, seeo~ided by Peters, tha~' the
appointments be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
Mayor Neill proposed the names of Vince Baratti and Elliott MacCrackan to succeed themselves as mambe~s of the
Planning Commission. Moved by Revel, seconded by Kerr, that the appointments be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
May~r Neill requested the council to. elect its chairman for the coming year. Moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr,
that M~. Glenn M. Revel be elected chairman of the Council. Motion was made by Lewis that nominations be closed
and a unanimous ballot be cast for Mr. Revel. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel stated that Part 2 of the forms required by the State Board of Health in regards toI the new
hospital had been taken care of and that Part 3rest be completed by April 15, 1960.
City Supt. Biegel requested authorization to call for bids on 3 cars, 3 pickups, and gasoline and diesel fuel
for the year beginning February 1, 1960. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that authorization to call for
bids as requested be granted. Carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry reported that research on Fence Ordinances had not been too ~enlightening and requested
to know Just what the Council wuuld l~ke incorporated in' the proposed ordinance. After much discussion,. the
consensus of opinion being that height limitations he on set backs and corners.. Mr. Skerry stated that an
ordinance wouls be drafted on these lines for Planning Commission recon~nendation.
Discussion regarding the Parking Meter problem was again entered into with Mr. Eldon Scriptor expressing his
views on the matter. After considerable discussion, it was the opinion of all concerned that elimination of the
meters was not the solution to the ~]]s of the Plaza area and that some other method for a cure must be found.
There being no further business, moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that meeting adjourn subject to the call
of the Mayor
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
.REG~tR COUNCZL M~TZNG
FEBRUARY 2, 1960.
' The Common Council of the City of Ashla.r~ met in regular .session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Bosshard, Lewis, Peters, Revel and Whirham present. Absent: Kerr.
The minutes of meeting of Januar~ 19, 1960 were read. Attorney Skerry requested that the last sentence of
paragraph Six, page two, be corrected to read "Planning Commission recommendation" rather than council consideration
Minutes app.roved with correction .so made.
City Recorder read a. letter from the Oregon State Board of Health approving .Part 2 of the Project Construction
Application for the Ashland .General Hospital.
Recorder read a lette~ from Karl Slack, Chairman of Briscoe PTA Safety Committee, requesting that traffic light
r~t the intersection of N. Main and Laurel Sts. be changed to an amber, red~ and green light, also that a fence
· ~.'~Lnstalled on edge of sidewalk paralleling the highway. A~ter some discussion, moved by ~sshard, seconded by
-~s, that a reply he made to th~s request gi~ing permission to build a ~ence and suggesting that the matter
be~.referred to the School Board, also that Traffic Light change he referred to the Traffic Committee. City Supt.
B~&gel stated that a previous request to the State regarding traffic light change had been refused. Bosshard
then requested that motion be withdrawn in ~egards to referring l~ght to Traffic Committee. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a petition signed by A.A.Grosclaude and Leo J. Langlois, prote. sting the closing of road from Liberty
to Beach Street. Said road was used for many years as a crossing from th.e upper end of Liberty St. to Beach St..
Moved by Bosshard, seconded by Lewis, that petition he referred to the Street Committee. Carried unanimously.
~.~,corder read a letter from Mr. Hugh MoKihley, City Manager of Grants Pass, thanking the Mayor and Council for
'+j~eir cooperation in helping Grants .Pass become a member of Jackson County Mutual Aid Fire Protection organization.
Recorder read the. report of the Planning Commission meeting of February 1, 1960. Moved by Boashard, seconded by
Lewis, that the report be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Mr. Ken Jones and Mr. Phil B~yant presented for' council inspection a plat of Quie~ Village Subdivision consisting
9£, 17 lots on the North side of Nevada St. in the City of Ashland· Request for approval recommended by the Planning
COmmission. After study of the plat, moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, o that approval of 17 lots as presented on
plat he given and allow the City Engineer to sign the official plat. Carried unanimously.
..- :~-~ills in the amount of $43,037.43 and Payrolls amounting to $30,424.86 were presented for payment. Moved by Peters,
seconded by Bosshard, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll C~ll, carried unanimously.
':' :At this' time the Council took under consideration the report of the Water Committee in regards to securing
additional wnter supply from Talent Irrigation District. After considerable discussion relative to the number of
acres to be signed for, moved by Bosshard, seconded by Lewis, that 300 acres be signed for with T1D, authorizing
';~. o carried unanimously." '
l'~.C.~ty Supt. Biegel opened bids for the purchase of 3 cars and 3 pickups. Bids were as follows:
Car~ Pickups
Lithie Motors $ 3,000.00
(less ~25o.o0 for own siren inst.)
4,600.00
Busch Ford S~les
2,395.00 4,400.00
Selby Chevrolet Co. 2,643.91 5,021.63
!':I ~oved by Bossh~rd, seconded by Peters, ~hat low bid of Jim Busch'Ford Sales b~ accepted. On Roll Call, carried
,, Uhanimeusly.
City Supt. Biegel new opened bids on gasoline and Diesel fuel from the following firms:
Regular Premium
Automotive Commercial
Union .26 .30 .178 .129
General .2547 m2948 .1575
Standard .258 .298 .183 .163
Tidewater .2225 .2475 .168 .148
Richfield .2558 .296 .155 .135
Texaco .2258 .2483 -1355
Shell .2345 .2745 .1589 .1389
M6Ved by Peters, seconded by Bosshard, that bid for gasoline be awarded to low bid of Tidewater, and bid to
Richfield for diesel subject to re-check. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry stated that the Planning Commission r~com~ends that location of fences and hedges, for safety
reasons, be limited to view only and that there be no further limitations. After considerable discussion, moved
byeLewis, seconded by Peters, that Attorney Skerry prepare an ordinance to regulate the height of fences and hedges
to.ard street side from set ~ack line and controlled comers. Ordinance to be generally retroactiv~ in regards to
hedges but only to fences where public safety is concerned at intersections. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a letter of resignation from Councilman Walt Bosshard. Mr. Bosshard stated that due to business and
ether personal reasons, he was forced to resign as a member of the Council, effective immediately. Mayor Neill and
the Council stated they would miss him as he had contributed much to the City during his tenure as councilman.
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that we accept with regret the withdrawal of Walt Bosshard fr. om the council
land ~hat a Resolution be drafted expressing regre~ and appreciation for his efforts. On Roll Call, carried unanimousl
City Supt. Bfegel requested permission to either ~efinish or purchase four additional chairs for the new council room
Moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that the City Supt. be authorized to take care of the matter in the most feasible
way. Carried unanimously.
~ayo~ Neill requested that CouncilmanPeters replace~r. Bosshard on the Hospital Committee. Mr. Peters stated he
would be most happy to accept the a~pointment.
There being no further business, moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of Mayo
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON.
REGULAR COUNCIL ~EETING
F~RUA~ 16, 1960.
The Comon Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
· Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Revel and Whithe~ present. Absent: Peters.
The minutes of meeting of February 2, 1960 were read and approved as read.
Recorder presented for council endorsement the Liquor License applications of John Alfred Drager, DBA Log
Cabin. Moved by Whirham, seconded by Revel, that applications be approved. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a letter from Mr. Vexme H. Speirs, Chairman of City Recreation Committee, recommending the
appointment of Mr. Pierre Roberts as director of the summor recreation program. Councilman Lewis requested
that the appointment be held in abeyance pending the report of last years operations.
A letter from Mr. Harry Rees, 171 Weightrain St., was read protesting the application of the Evergreen Bus Co.
for an increase in bus fares of .05~ within the city limits. After considerable discussion by the members of
the council and Mr. Rees, Councilman Revel requested that City Attorney S~erry ascertain the date of the'hearing
on said rate increase application and also that a letter of protest be drafted regarding the proposed increase
in the city limits. Councilman Whitham also suggested that the President of the Chamber of Co~nerce look
into the matter uf the proposed increase.
Recorder read a letter from Mr. Richard H. Wilcox, State Health Officer, commending the city on the purity of
our water supply for the past year. Accepted bacteriological standards for purity had been~et for every month
d~ring 1959.
Recorder presented a petition, signed by 9 residents of Faith Ave., requesting that immediate action be taken
to curb the excessiv~ speed that cars are being driven on Faith Avenue. (1) That speed signs be erected on this
street at once. (2) That proper police authority be instructed to give special attention to the strict enforce-
ment of the speed restrictions on this street. Petition referred to the Traffic Committee.
Recorder next read a petition signed byGrace M. Flint, Sec., and Viola Squire, Pres., of the Business and
Professio-~l Women's Club, requesting that an ordinance be passed dividing the City into 4 Wards and that 1
councilman be elected from eachward and e councilmen elected at large. After some discussion, petition re-
ferred to the Ordinance Committee.
in an effort to induce the State
also that a plan be made for the
city officials arrange a meeting
matter in detail.
A letter, signedby H~rold Buck, Chairman CityDevelopment and Public Affairs Committee of the Ashland Chamber
of Commerce, was read requesting the following: (1) That the interested municipal bodies Join with th~~ Chamber
Highway Commission to provide access to the bypass in the vicinity of Oak St.,
development of Oak or Water streets as access from the city proper.I ~2) That
with the State Highway Engineer, preferably in Ashland, to discuss this
~general discussion followed with the Mayor, City Attorney, City Supt., and members of the Council stating that
much has been done towards securing this access and it was pointed out 90% of the mo~y for the construction of
the freeway is furnished by the Eederal Government and they do not favor the Oak St. access, thus demands for
this access have to be made in a careful manner. Mr. Bun T. Lombard, President of the Ashland Chamber of Commerce,
stated that the people of Ashland want the Oak St. access and the Chamber will do anything it can to help secure
this. Mr. Lombard also stated that help from our Congressmenwould be invited if necessary.
Recorder next read a letter from Mr. John E. Reed~ Chairman of Ashland Planning Commission, stating that Mr. John
Billings had been appointed to establish a liaison between our group and the County Planning Commission, and the
first matter discussed was that of the Oak St. access road. Members of both Commissions plan to attend the
council meeting of February 16, 1960.
At the request of Mr. Reed, Mr~ Billings reported-on his meeting with the County Planning Commission and stated
they would suppart the Oak St. access road. Mr. Ronald James and Mr. Jack Eaton, members of the CoUnty Planning
Commission, added their comments and expressed the willingness of the Commission to cooperatewith the endeavors
of the City to secure this access road. Following further discussion, City Supt. Biegel was authorize~to contact
M~. Williams in Salem next week in regards to present status of the access in question and also arrange a
meeting with himwith the various interested groups.
Councilman Lewis commented on the wonderful interest sho.~, by the various groups present and stated that he felt
the Lon? Range Planning Commission should be abolished inasmuch as the preblemS overlap and should be handled
by the regnlar-plannin~ commision. After discussion of the matter, moved by Lewis, seconded byKerr, that the
Lone Range Planning Commission be abolishe~. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Mr. Billings expressed his appreciation forthe interest sho,,, and stated that planned zoning within 1 mile
of our boundaries would be given &mmediate stud~ and consideration.
Mr. James of the CountyPlanning Commissiomreported that he hoped a Regional Plannir~g Commission would soon
be established. It will be advisory in nature and will correlate county problems with those of the cities.
Mr. Buck stated that the City of Medfordhas used the services furnished by the University of Oregon in planning
problems and the results have been very good. Mr. Buck suggested that the City of Ashland investigate this
service and other outside professional help.
Dr. Chris Hald commented on the need of zoning the area adjacent to the new Jr. High School to strictly res-
idential.
Councilman Whitham expressed his appreciation to the large crowd present and for all pulling to-gether on the
problems discussed andsMayor Neill expressed his thanks to all the groups for their interest in the problems
at hand..
City Supt. Biegel presented a letter from the Ashland Economic Development Commission unanimously recommending
that the Mayor and City'Council purchase either from the funds of the Commission or other funds, the property
adjoining "B" Street and the railroad track at Mr. Avenue. Purchase price to be $3,500.00 cash. After study of
plat of the property, movedby Lewis, seconded byRevel, that the matter be referred to the Realty Committee
for consideration. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.'
After study of the monthly reports for the month of January, 1960, moved by Whitham, seconded by Lewis, that
reports be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel stated that the old road from upper Liberty to Beach St. had never been a deeded street and
thus can not ha re-opemed. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that Mr. Grosclaude and Mr. Langlois be advised
of this action but in the future if they wish to deed property for a road in another location, the matter will
be given .every consideration. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel presented bills in the amount of $3,2~8.68 for payment. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Revel, that
bills be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Biegel stated that a guard rail on Beach St. will be installed and also that petitions for the curb and paving
of upper Ray Lane and Lincoln Street had been received. Moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that a public hearing
be set for March 1, 1960 at 8:00 PM for the proposed vurb and paving of the above streets. Carried unanimously.
C~Ancilman Revel reported he had received several calls in regards to set-backs in areas zoned for business,
espec~_lly on Highways 66 and 99. Mr. Revel stated that the City has on ordinance covering this and .he felt that
~meh an ordinance should be drafted for Planning Commission recommendation governing..this condition mainly in
~egards to entrance and exits because of the traffic problem caused by this situation.
Ma'~. Dueme Baker, Chairman of the Economic Development Commission, stated that he felt that some of the funds of
the Commission could be used for the Planning Programs, as discussed earlier this evening, inasmuch as proper
planning is essential to .the operations of the Commission.
~. Ed. Rountree, Editor of the Ashland Daily Tidings, stated that he had received complaints from subdivision
contractors pointing out that proper zoning protection is not given in Ashland particularly in single dwelling areas.
The consensus of opinion of the City Attorney and the Council was that the present zoning ordinance was too liberal
and that study of the ordinance will be undertaken.
City Attorney Skerry read a Resolution commending Walt Bosshard for his outstanding accomplishments as a member
of the Ashland City Council. ~ved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that the rules be suspended and Resolution passed
to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by Skerry, moved by
.Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that Resolution be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
~here being no further business, moved by Kerr, seconded by Revel, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the Mayor.
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TP~ CiTY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL EETING
MARCH 1, 1960.
~e.Com~on Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel and Whitham present.
T~e ~inutes of meeting of February 16, 1960 were re~ and approved as read.
Mayur Neill suspended regular business at this time to hear from Mr. Arnold Bauder, Chairman of Hospital Board,
:Mr. Bauder presented the plans for the proposed new hospi~el as recommended by the Board. After study and considerati
~of the plans, moved by Petere, seconded byKerr, that plans as presented be accepted and sent to Portland for State
and Federal aDproval. Upon Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Following discussion regarding exercising of options on property for the new hospital, Mayor Neill expressed his
-thanks to Mr. Baudsr and the Board for their excellent work on this project.
.~he hour of 8:00 PM. now having arrived, regular business was resumed with the hearing for the curb and paving of
Ray Lane and Lincoln streets. No objections being presented, moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that curb and
paving be ordered in. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
..Recorder read a letter from Dr. Erle L. Klein commending the Police Dept. for its fine work and suggesting that the
City hold a "Police Day" or "Open House~ in honor of the department. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that the
letter be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a letter signed by Mrs. E. A. Harris, Chairman of the Ashland Garden Club, requesting that the City
furnish water to the abutment of the bridge on the couplet over Water St. in order to facilitate the growth of
~ertain plants the State is offering to place in this area. Councilman Revel, Chairman of the Water Committee,
stated that the request had received due consideration and that service will be piped to the location. Recorder
'was instructed to reply to the request.
A letter from the Oregon Shakespearean Festival Association was presented requesting that traffic lights located
at Church & Main and Pioneer & Main be operated on a yellow blinking light during the hours of 8:15 thru 11.15 PM
for the period July 15 through September 4, 1960. This request being necessitated by the ncise caused by trucks.
Moved by V~itham, seconded by Lewis, that request be granted. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a letter from the Chamber of Commerce requesting that free parking be granted for Ashland Dollar Days
whidh will be held April 1 and 2nd. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that request be granted. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read aletter from the Ashland Planning Commission recommending that an ordinance be prepared for hearing
for the extension of the business zone on the North side of Highway 88 from Walker Avenue to the city limits from
150 to 200 feet. Action deferred until later in the meeting.
Bills in the amount of $49,313.~5 and Payrolls amounting to $30,696.73 were presented for payment. Moved by Peters,
seconded by Kerr, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Councilman Lewis stated that a report of the Ordinance Committee re~arding the 'W~ard" system petition would be
made at next council meeting.
Kerr reported that no action had been taken regarding the 10uTchase of p~operty at B and Mr. ~ve. pendinz
meeting with the-Economic D~¥~l~e~t Commission. ,.
·
Revel reported that no action has been taken regarding the petition for Traf~o Signs on Faith Ave. as it
was felt that signs were not necessary at this time. Police Chief Bays stated that the Police have
increased the patrols of this street to curb speeding.
City Supt. Biegel reported that a representative of the State Highway Commission would be available for
discussion ~f the Oak S~reet access one day next week sometime between the 8th and llth. Mr. John Rend,
Chairman of the Platting Co~nission, .requested that said representative be secured, if possible, for the 8th
which is the date .of dinner meeting with the Council and Planning Commission.
City Supt. Biegel reported that the services of a Professional Planner can be secured on a i~ll time hasis for
$12,000.00 a year and that the s~are of the City would be approximately ~O% of this amount and the balance by
the Federal Government. Considerable discussion was entered into regarding source of funds for this expenditure,
suggestions being that about $2,000.00 be provided from Economic Development Sinking F~nd and balance't~ in-
clude~ in next years budget. Two motions were made and withdrawn during the discussion and comments were made
by John Reed of the Planning Commission and Duane Baker of the Economic Development Commission. At ~h~, con-
clusion of the discussion, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that the matter be held in abeyance until~ next
Tuesday night pending reports of the Planning and .Economic Development Commissions. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegal requested that a meraterium be placnd on building permits, other than residences in resid-
ential zone, until changes are made in the zoning ordinance pertaining to residential zones. Oonsidera~le
discussion ensued and it was moved by Revel, seconded by Kerr, that we carry on as is until a decision is
reached on the matter.
City Supt. Biegal reported that plans for the renovation and expansion of the Sewage Disposal Plant are nearly
complete and that bide should be called for the latter part of April or early May and actual constX~ACtiOn to
be underway a~out July 1, 1960.
Mr. Harry Rees was present to contime his protest o~ the proposed increase of Bus rates within the city limits.
Following a lengthy discussion on the matter, moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that the City Attorney write a
letter of appeal to the Evergreen ~us Line to retain the present rate schedule in the city due to the hardship
this increase would have on aged persons and college students. Carried unanimously.
Mr. Ned ]~rs, of the Ashland Realty Board, stated that a Resolution had been passed by the Board thanking the
City for the part the ~Oard was allowed in helping obtain options for the new Hospital.
Mayor Neill thanked Mr. Mars for the Resolution and stated the City would call on the Board whenever needed
and that any member of the Board was always welcome to any of the council meetings. ~
City Attorney Skex-A-y brought up the matter of the previous recommendation rode by the Planning Commission in
regards to re-zoning from 150 to 200 feet the business zone on the north side of Highway 99 from Walker to the
city limits for the proposed new bowling alley. After considerable discussion, City Attorney was instructed to
submit an ordinance changing zoning from 150 to 200 feet and allow additional 250 feet around perimeter for
parking facilities. Ordinance to be presented at next meeting.
City Attorney Ske~-~' requested that formal action be taken on taking up the options for now hospital property
on Maple and Chestnut streets, exclusive of the Overand option of $950.00. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Whirham,
.that the Recorder issu~ checks on receipt of clear title to said options. On Roll Call, carried una~l~ly.
Moved by Whitham, seconded by Kerr, that sufficient funds be transferred from the Electric to the General P~nd
for purpose of taking up options ~n the now hospital property. F~nd to be known as Hospital Option ~ On
Roll Call, carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry reported that after weeks of arc~ous efforts, the Bonding Attorneys had appro~ %~e- &ocuments
and etc. necessary for the issuance of City of Ashland Hospital Bonds and that he wished to exp~ess~ia thanks
and appreciation for the help received from City Supt. Biegel and City~ Recorder ~artel~ in the eoepiIation
of this information.
Following the reading by Attorney Skerry of the Resolution authorizing the issuance of City of Ashia~d~Hospital
Bonds in the aggregate amount of $350,000.00, moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that the Rules be suspended
and Resolution passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call-, carried unanimously. After second reading
by Skex-x-y, moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that the Resolution be adopted. On Roll Call, carrind unanimously.
Nomination of candidates for the vacancy of Councilman were made by three members of the Council. After some
discussion of this proceedure, nominations were withdrawn and appointment of the now councilman is expected to
be made at the next regular meeting of the Council on Maroh~l~, 1960. ~'
There being no further business, moved by Peters, seconded by Revel, that the meeting adjourn subject to the
call of the Mayor.
Ma~or Neill requested lltrther discussion regarding the moratorium of building permits, and upon re-convening of
regular business, moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that City Supt. be instructed that building permits be
limited to single unit dxellings in residential zone immediately, pending bearing on an Ordinance incorporating
the foregoing restrictions in the Ashland Zoning Ordinance. Carried 4 to 1. Lewis dissenting.
There being no further business, moved by Peters, seconded by Revel, that the meeting adjourn sibJect to the
call of the Mayor.
w.E. elf, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
Ashland, Oregon.
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL-MEETING
MARCH 15, 1960.
The Comon Council of t~e City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill p~esided.
~ouncilman Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel and Whitk~m present.
The minutes of meeting o~ ~arch 1, 1960 were read a~d approved as read.
ReCOrder read a letter from the Board of Trustees of the Ashland Public Library presenting-the name of Mr. Gerald
Wenner to fill the vacancy which extends through-December, 1962, occasioned by the resi~aation of Mr. Ed. Singmaster.
Mayor Neill proposed the name of M~. Wennor to fill this vacancy. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that the appoint-
merit of Mr. Wennor he confirmed. Carried unanimously.
A letter from Mr. C. M. Litwilier was read calling attention to the poor condition of the driveway at the hospital
~ld also for need of repair to alley at the ~ea~ of 440 Iowa Street. City Supt. Biegel stated.that the driveway at
the hospital has been taken care of and that said driveway is-graded at regular intervals. Mr. Biegel requested
that the Street Comittee investigate the alley on Iowa St. and Councilman Lewis requested that the alley between
· I~drone and Oregon Sts. he investigated also. Street Committee so ordered to investigat~e these conditions.
Recorder next read a letter-from MrS. Eldo Burgess, 272 Maple St., requesting that she be allowed to purchase fencin~
now on the property which is being purchased by the City for the new hospital,-After some discussion, moved by
Leais, seconded by Whitham, that the letter be accepted and placed on file and that the matter be referred to City
'S~pt. Biegel for evaluation and also for future requests of this nature on property which is to be purchased for the
~spital site. Carried unanimously.
' ~cOrder read an invitation from the Southern.Oregon Peace Officers Association to a "No Host" dinner meeting to be
'~eld at the Grants Pass Elks Club Monday March 21, 1960, at 7:30 PM. Mayor Neill requested that anyone planning to
:~ ! ~t~nd this meeting contact Recorder Bartelt by the end of this week.
· Recorder read a report from the Planning Commission giving the unanimous consent of the commission in arranging for
the employment of a professional planner for the City. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that the report be
i~ccepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
~ ~A~er study and discussion of Department Reports for the month of February, 1960, moved by Lewis, seconded by
Whitham, that the reports be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
I~'~ity Attorney Skerry reported that considerable research had been made on the request of the Ashland Business
Y~ll~en's Club in regards to enactment of an Ordinance placing the City on a Ward system. Mr. Skerry stated that
I~rfor to 1928 the City had a ward system .consisting of 3 wards, 2 councilmen being elected from each ward. In
1928 this provision was deleted ~y Charter Amendment and wards were abolished. To re-establish the Ward system it
would be necessary to have a vote of the people amending the charter for this request. After considerable dis-
· ~usalon; it was recommended that fUrthor study be given the matter and be left in the hands of the Ordinance CommittE
The request of the Ashland Garden Club for water service on the Water Street bridge was brought up by Councilman
_ ~Re~el. City Supt. Biegel stated that an additional request had been received from the Club and that he ~uld report
~ ~s findings on the request at ne~t meeting.
Mr. Rogers requested to knew what had been done regarding a certain fence on Weightman Street. City Attorney Skerry
~ta~ed that he would ha~e an answer to this question at the next regular council meeting.
Mayor Neill reported that the term of Mrs. Effie Parsons, as a member of the Summer Recreation Committee, had term-
inated and proposed the name of Mr. Chester-Squire for the existing vacancy. Moved by Kerr, seconded by ~ewis, that
the appointment of Mr. Squire be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
~r. g. K. Bartlett, President of the Liens Club of Ashland, was present to ask if the council would consider the use
of the offices at the old city warehouse for a temporary location for use of elderly people for recreation purposes.
Mr. Bartlett stated that the Lions Club was vitally interested in this program and that a temporary location was
needed for this project. After some discussion and the recommendation of the Realty Committee, moved by Kerr, seconde
by Lewis, that the request of Dr. Bartlett for the use of the offices of the old city warehouse, on a. temporary basis
_to granted. Carried unanimously.
Mr. Richard Brow:a, who resideS on Granite St., requested to knew what progress has been made pursuant to the curb and
paving of Granite St. which had been previously petitioned for. After some discussion, the matter was referred to the
Street Committee and the City Supt. for discussion with the Park Commission re~arding their portion of the street.
City Attorney Skerry read the letter to be sent to the Evergreen Bus Line as previously requested by the Council.
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that letter be signed and forwarded to the Bus Line. Carried unanimously.
Attorney Skerry read the proposed ordinance amending the zoning of business section from 150 to 200 feet on South
Side of Highway 99 from Indiana St. to Clay and on the North side of Highway 99 from Walker Ave. to city limits,
also establishing a 250 ft perimeter for parking purposes. After considerable discussion, regarding entrance and
· '~Xit traffic problems and height of fences on parking lots, it was ordered that height limit of fence be lowered from
6 feet to not to exceed 3½ feet, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that hearings for the proposed ordinance be set
for Monday March 21, 1960 at 8:00 PM for the Planning Commission, and for 8:00 PM Tuesday March 22, 1960 for the
Council. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel requested that a special meeting be held March 29, 1960 at 5:00 PM for opening of bids on Liability
Insurance for the coming year. Present policy expires April 1, 1960.
Elliot MacCracken, member of the Planning Commission, reported that the Commission had taken no action as yet
~egarding the requested re-zoning of the present Jr. High School property hounded by Sherman,E.Main and Siskiyou Blvd
Mr. Dexter Wood~orth requested that Siskiyou Blvd. be zoned for business from Palm Ave. to Sherman St. on Siskiyou
ElVd.. After some discussion, Mr. Woodworth was advised to present his request to the planning commission.
There being no further business', moved by: Re~l~, seconded by Kerr, that the meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the Mayor.
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R..~Ne~,yo~r~ Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
ADJOURNED COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 22, 1960.
The Conmon Council of the City of Ashland met in adjourned session at 8:00 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Revel and Whirham present. Absent~ Peters.
The first order of business was the opening of bid~ for the City of Ashland General Obligation Hospital Bonds
in the amount of $350,000.00. Time of .opening 8:02 PM. Bids were received .from the following:
Blyth & Co. Inc. and Ashland Branch U.S.National Bank of Portland - Jointly submitted- net interest
cost of $229,895.00, effective interest rate 4.3689%.
The First National Bank of Oregon, P~rtland, Ashland Branch - netinterest cost of $224,60Q..00,
effective interest rate 4.268%.
Movedby Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that the low bid of First National Bank of Oregon, Portland, Ashland Branch
be accepted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Recorder read the report of the Planning Con~nissi&n meeting of .March 21, 1960, recommending to the Common Council
that the proposed ordinance amending Sec 2-a of the Zoning Ordinance be tabled until the professional planner
arrives; also that a hearing be set for the.proposed re-zoning of the present Jr. High School property on
Siskiyou Blvd. and Sherman St..
Public Hearing was now held regarding the proposed amendment to Sec 2-A of Zoning Ordinance No. 1261 in.regards
to increasing the business zone from 150 to 200 feet from Walker Ave. to.city limits on North qide of.Highway 99
and from Indiana to Clay St. on South side of said highway. }Ir. Bob Voris spoke in favor of the change and Mr.
George Woodingpresented his views in opposition to the change. After considerable discussion by all.=c.oncerned,
Councilman Lewis requested City Attorney.Skerry to read the proposed amending ordinance. Following reading of the
Ordinance, movedby Lewis, seconded by~err, that the rules be suspended and Ordinance be passed to second reading
by title only. On Roll Call, Lewis and Kerr voted yes, and Revel and Whitham voted no. Mayor Neill voted no,
stating that he felt the Ordinance should be brought up at a later date when a full council could be present.
Recorder read a letter from the Cascade Products, Inc.'req~.esting a loading zone be designated immediately in
front of 37 E.Main Street. After some discussion, Recorder was instructed to notify the Cascade Products, Inc.
that whenever loading or unloading of heavy freight is necessary, permission to hood meter for this p~.rpose is
hereby granted.
A letter Prom the Ashland Post of Veterans of Foreign Wars was read requesting the City to erect the WOrld War
II Honor Roll Board iC an appropriate location. The board was formerly located by the walk next to Briggs Office
Building which leads to the Shakespearean Theatre. After discussion, Recorder was instructed to inquire as to
the location desired and also es to present condition of the Honor Roll Board.
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that public hearings for the proposed change of zoning for the Jr,!~HighSchool
property, as recon~nended by the Planning Connnission, be set for 8:00 PM Monday April 4, 1960 and 8:00 PM Tuesday
April 5, 1960. Carried unanimously. ~
There being no further business, moved by Whitham, seconded by L~wis, that meeting adjourn aubject toehe call
of the Mayor.
Mayor Neill requested that regular business be re-convened for discussion of needed increase of conne~o~arges
for sewer and water services. After considerable discussion, moved by Whitham, seconded by Kerr, that effective
immediately or thereafter, Sewer Connect charges will be $150.00, and3/4 inch Water Tap charge be set at
$60.00 and if cutting of pavement is required, charge to be $1OO.00. Lerg~r size water tap charges to be increased
accordingly. Carried unanimously. ..
There being no further business, moved by Whitham, seconded by Lewis, that the meeting adjourn subJe. ot .to.the
call of the )A~yor.
W. E. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
ADJOURNED COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 29, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in a~ourned session at 5:00 PM this date. Mayor Neilt .presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Petors, Revel and Whithampresent.
City Supt. Biegel opened bids for Liability Insurance for the City of Ashland ~or 1 year effective ARril 1,
1960, from the following firms:
Singmaster & Jones Ins. Agency $4,034.5Q (50,000/1OO,OOO BI) $4,377.57 (iOQ, OOO/3OO, GO0 BI)
Erwin Insurance Agency $3,142.92 " " $3,434.18 " "
Moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that the low bid of Erwin Insurance Agency in the amount of $3,434.18 ~or
100,000/300,0OO BI and 25,000 PD be accepted. Carried unanimously.
There beingno further business, moved by Peters, secondedbyKerr, that meeting adjourn subject to the..c~ll
of the Mayor.
W. E. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
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THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
.REGULAR C~IL
APRIL ~, 1960.
The Comon Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. M~yor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel and Whitham present.
lq~or Neill suspended regular business at this time as Councilman Lewis presented the name of Mr. George F. Ward
for the office of Councilmen for the vacancy created by the resignation of Walt Bosshard. Moved by Lewis, seconded
by ~ete~s, that nominations be closed. Carried unanimously. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that a unanimous
ballot be cast confirming the appointment of Mr. Ward as Councilman. Carried unanimously. After a~m~nistration of
ea~h of office by City Recorder Bartelt, Mr. Ward took his place at the council table.
Upon resumption of regular business, the minutes of meetings of March 15, 22 and 29, 1960 were read and approved
as read.
'R~0rder read a letter imrom the School Board of School District #5, requesting and petitioning the City Council to
widen Sherman Street on the West Side of the Old Junior High School property by ten (10) feet.'After discussion of
the request, City Supt. Biegel was instructed to negotiate with the school board for verification by the board for
assuming the expense of the requested widening of Sherman Street.
Recorder read a letter from the Planning Comunission recommending to the Council the re-zoning of the residential
portion of the old Jr. High property to business zone. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that letter be accepted
and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Bills in the amount of $46, 146.95 and payrolls amounting to $30,828.72 were presented for payment. Moved by Peters,
seconded by Revel, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Councilmen Peters, Chairman of Street Committee, reported that upon investigation of the condition of the alleys
between Madrone & Oregon, and at 440 Iowa Street, it was found that both are sodded over and that by opening them,
due to steep grade, considerable erosion damage would occur. Mr. Peters stated that the only feasible solution would
~e'hard-topping the surface, the cost of which would have to be assumed by the property owners involved.
The hour of S;OO PM now having arrived, Public Nearing was now held regarding the proposed re-zdning of Old Jr. High
School property from residential to business. City Attorney Skerry read Ordinance No. 1269 pertaining to said re-zonin
No objections being presented, Mr. H.C.Galey, 590 Siskiyou, stated that he favored the re-zondng but also felt that
the opposite side of Siskiyou Blvd. should be zoned for business also. Mr. Robert Voris was present and also agreed
~ Mr. Galey's suggestion. After some discussion, Mr. Galey was advised to ~rite the Planning Commission in regards
~olhis request. Moved by Peters, seconded by Lowis, that the rules be suspended and Ordinance be passed to second
rea~ing be title only. On Roll Call, carried 5 to 1. Kerr dissenting. After second reading by Skerry, moved by Lewis,
seconded byPeters, that Ordinance No. 1269 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried'5 to 1. Kerr dissenting.
A~his time Councilman Lewis requested permission to be excused. Permission granted.
MP. Bro.n and Mr. Fraley, residents of-Granite St., were present and requested further discussion of paving of Granite
Street. Following study of map of said street, the Council recommended that action be deferred until further investi-
~gut~i~n regarding the availability of funds to cover the City's share of street could be made before circulati. ng
'~tition for additional signers. Estimated cost to City would be approximately $10,000.00.
Mayor Neill noted that several college students were in attendance and extended his welcome to them on behalf of the C
Following further discussion of previously recommended alley corrections, moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that
C~y of Ashland establish a policy 0n opening of alleys, on steep gradeS, only by petition that petitioners will agree
~'a~sume the cost of surfacing said alley. Carried unanimously.
Mayor Neill recommended the re-appointment of William M. Briggs and Dr. Chris Hald to succeed themselves as members of
· Be~Eoonomic Development 6~mamission. Moved by Revel, seconded by Kerr, tha~ the above appointments be confirmed.
Carried u~animously.
City Supt. Biegel requested permission to call for bids on the painting of the exterior of the City Hall. Mr. Biegel
· 'suggested that present neutral buff color be retained. Moved by Revel, seconded by Kerr, that authorization to call
for.bids be granted. Carrie~ unanimously.
City Attorney Skerrywas instructed to prepare ordinances covering certification to County Assessor of delinquent
~ssessments and the issuance of Bancroft Street Improvement Bonds, for presentation at next council meeting.
~. J. B. Baker, 1161 N.Main St., requested remedies to the following problems new facing residents of this section of
~' N.~ain Street: Obtaining sewer service; ,'dead end street sign", and control of dust problem on said street. After
discussion of the above requests,'City Supt. Biegel stated that the sewage problemwas now under study and solution
should be ready by fall. Mr. Baker was advised that a curb and paving petition be circulated as the only feasible
'm~an~ to correct the dust problem. Request to investigate sewer condition on the D. Leigh property on N.Main St. was
~e~erred to City Supt. for investigation.
'M~ Bob Voris requested a letter be written, for an out of town buyer, clarifying and identifying the business zone
on the North side of Siskiyou Blvd. between Palm Ave. and Garfield St.. City Attorney Skerry was instructed'to
f~nish Mr. Voris with letter as requested.
Mr. Skerry reported that copies of Fence Ordinance bad been given to the Planning Commission for study and also
presented copy to Realty Committee for their consideration.
Mr~ Skerry also presented to Planning Commission and the Council copies of "Proper Planning and Overall Philosophy
0f'2oning Problems for Ashland", as prepared by him following discussion at recent joint meeting of Planning
Commission and Council.
Attorney Skerry read a Resolution authorizing the City of AShland to secure the services of a planning consultant
under the Auspices of Bureau of Municipal Research at the U of Oregon through provisions of Urban Renewal Administratio
Cost to City to be approximately $6,000.00. Moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that the rules be suspended and Resolut
~assed to second reading'by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by Ske~ry, moved by
Revel, seconded by Peters, that Resolution be adopted and City Supt. be authorized to handle neCeSsary contracts and
agreements to implement and .Carry out the purposes specified in this Resolution. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry read a Resoldtion amending that certain Resolution dated the let day of March, 1960, which authori
the issuance of City of Ashland Hospital Bonds in the a~re~ate amount of $350,000.00 to provide that said bonds shall
not be callable. After some discussion, moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that the rules be suspended'and Resolution
passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by Skerry, moved by
Kerr, seconded by Peters, that Resolution be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Attorney Skerry stated he had received a letter from Mr. Holmes, of the Southern Pacific Company, stating that the
spur track at the Cotton Mill would be removed due to the fact that the mill is no longer in operation. After
discussion, City Supt. Biegel was instructed to contac~ Mr. ~olmes for further information regarding possible
retention of the spur.
A general discussion was held regarding proposed ordinance covering suspension of building permits, other than
single dwelling units, in residential zone. No decision was reached and matter will be referred te the Planning
Commission fo~ further study and it was suggested that a special meeting of the Planning Commission and the.
Council be held at a l~ter date regarding this matter. ~ .+ ~
There being no further bu~siness, moved by ~err, seconded by Wh[tham., that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the Mayor.
WTE~/Ba~rr~e~hland, Oregon
THE CITY OF A~HLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 19, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel, Ward and Whitham present.
The minutes of meeting of April 5, 196Oware read. ~ayor Neill requested that paragraph two be corrected %o read
"Councilman Lewis presented the name o~ Mr. George F. Ward, Jr. for the office of Councilman" rather than by ~ayor
Neill as stated. Minutes approved with above correction so made. ,~
Mayor extended a welcome t8 a group of college students in attendance.
Recorder read a letter from Mrs. Edna'Har~w~ll, Royal Ne~ghb0rs of America Recorder, requestin~ all day.parking
privileges on the Plaza to delegates which will be attending the convention at the IOOF Hall on .Priday April, 29,
1960. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that matter be referred to Traffic Committee and ~hief of Police with
power to act. Carried unan~meusly.
A letter from Mr. Elio Torresan, service station operator on N.Main St., requesting the cooperation of the City in
securing the removal of a Foster Kleiser Signb6ard adjacent to his property, was read by the Recorder. After
discussion, City Attorney Skerrywas instructed to reply to this request.
Recorder reported that Mr. George Findlay stated that "Youth Day", sponsoredby the Elks, will be held M~ 2, 1960.
~r. Findlay requested that a council meeting be held at 8:00 AM on this date. Participating will be $~t~ents from
Jr. High School, High School 'and De Molay. A dinner will be held at 6:30 PM at ~he Elks Club on this date and as
many city officials and employees as possible are invited to attend. Recorder was instructed to notify Oity
Officials and Dept. Heads of this meeting.
Recorder read a letter from Christian P. Hald, submitting his resignation from the Planning Commission and the
Economic Development Commission. Moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that the resignation be accepted wi~h regrets.
Carried unanimously.
Mayor Neill presented the name of Mr. Ed~Rountree for appointment to the Ecpnomic Development Cemmissioa. Moved by
Eerr, seconded by Lewis, that the appointment of Mr. Rountree be confirmed. Carried unanime~sly. ~
Recorder read a recommendation from the Planning Commission that Zone #3 residential shall be limited.to single
fanlily residential, public buildings and schools, excep~ that portion from Palm Ave. westward along Siskiyeu Blvd.
and N. Main St., 400 feet deep from it. Also that the informal plat submitted byR.A.Merril~ of the Fairmont
Subdivision be accepted for approval. After considerable discussion re~arding the present moratorium on building
permits, moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that termination of the moratorium on building permits limited to
single unit dwellings in residential zone, as so ordered as of M~ch 1, 1960, be made effective ~mmediately. City
Attorney Skerry stated he would notify the Planning Commission of this action. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Moved. by Revel, seconded by Kerr, that the preliminary plat of Fairmont Subdivision be a6cepted and tha~ l~t ~eragraph
of the above Planning Commission recommendation be tabled. Carried u.nanimously..
Mr. Eldon Scripter, Chairman of Park Commission, stated that due to charter limitatiSns,' no money was available for
6urb and'paving on Granite StY, except where water and erosion action due to f~ulty curbs or streets causes damage to
park property. Mr. Scripter stated that $1,0OO.O0 has been budgeted fro'curb on lower side'of Granite St. and that
approximately $2,000.00 altogether will be available after July 1, 1960 for this work from Nutley St. to the deer
pens. After considerable discussion by all concerned, moved. by Revel, secondedby Lewis, that Street ~ommitte~, City
Supt. and Park Commission meet on the spot' for study estimates of cost for th~s improvement. On Roll ~all, carried
unanimously.
After study of Dept. reports for the month of March, ~960, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that reports be'accepted
and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel reported that the~schqol board will give deed for 10 ft widening of Sherman St. but does no~ want
work done now. New property o.~,er will ha~e to assume the cost of widening.
Mr. Biegel reported that spur ta~ack and loading docks at the Cotton Mill were in such poor condition that for any
future ~se they would have to be rebuilt.
City Supt. Biegel requested permission to apply consumer deposits in ~he'amount of $663.00 against delinquent Light
& Water accounts. Moved by Lewis, seconded b~. Kerr, that permission be granted. On RolI Call, carried unanimously.
Biegel stated that a soil report must be made to the government on property recently purchased for the now hospital
and also what disposition is to be made of buildings on said property. After some discussion, moved by Lowis,
seconded by Revel, that an attempt will be made to sell buildings by sealed bid and if not successful they will be
torn down. Carried unanimously.
Biegel presented a full set of plans for the Sewage Disposal Plant for Council inspection. Plans have been sent
State and Federal agencies for ~pproval and opening of bids have been set for 7:30 PM May 24, 1960. Moved by Revel,
seconded by Lewis, that opening of bids for Sewage Disposal Plant be set for 7:30 PM ~ay 24, 1960, subject to State
and. Federal approval. On Roll Call, eartied unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry read Ordinance No. 1270, a~thorizing the issuance of City Improvement Bonds in the matter of
paving city streets in what has been desig.nated as Street Improvement District No. 25 in the amount of ~35,208.55.
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that the rules be suspended and Ordinance passed to second reading by title only.
OuRell Call, carried unanimously. After second reading bY Skerry, moved by Peters, seconded by Revel, that Ordinance
No. 12yO be adopted. On Rol~ Call, carried unanimously.
M~?~ William Wiggs, 1428 Webster St., requested that Stop Signs and Speed Limit Signs be placed on Webster & Wightman
Sts. due to excessive speeding on these streets. After discussion of the matter it was decided to place stop sign
on Wightman St. at upper side of Webster and also a stop sign on Webster on'entrance to Wightman~ Police also to
patrol street f~ speeding,
City Attorney Skerry read Ordinance No. 1271 'directing the City Recorder to certify to the'County Assessor of Jackson
County delinquent benefit assessments in the amount of $10,935.92 for collection. Moved by Whitham, seconded by Lewis,
,that the rules be suspended and Ordinance passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
~fter second reading, moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that Ordinance No. 1271 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried
.umanimously.
Ther.e being no further bus~ness, moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the MAyor.
W. E. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
R. o~ Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 3, 1960.
The Common Council of the City o5 Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
~malcilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel, Ward and Whithamwere present.
The minutes of the meeting of April 19, 1960~re read and approved as. read.
A letter from the Ashland Public Schools was read requesting the opening of Wightman St. from Iowa St. to Walker
Avenue. In the discussion that followed it was pointed out that the land for the street is involved in several
~I~ suits. Also that there are many liens against it. Attorney Skerry and City Supt. Biegel were to investigate
~arther possibilities of securing deed for the street.
A letter was read from the Mary Corporation i~ regards to the Sign ordinance. It points out that the ordinance
~$. "controversial". The letter asked that they be allowed to appear at the next council meeting to discuss the
.'.~r~inance. Councilmen Peters and Wardwanted the ~ary Corporation representatives to appear before the council.
C~yAttorney Skerry stated that they had a right to appear before the council at a~ny time, but the proper way
was to refer the matter to the planning commission for hearing and their recommendation. After considerable
discussion, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that the matter be referred to the planning commission. Carried
4 to 2. Peters andWard dissenting.
The City Supt. reported of the trip of MAyor Neill, Bauder, Singmaster and Biegel to the hospital architects in
Portland. After several changes in the plans it was felt that the building could be built within the money allotted.
Bills in the amount of $35,660.11 and Payrolls amounting to $30,364.82 were presented for payment. ~oved by Peters,
seconded by Kerr, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Attorney Skerry reported on the fence ordinance. The planning commission wants more information on area fencing and
regulations for safety only. Skerry will write the National Institute Municipal Law Office for information on same.
Bob Voris, owner, and Mrs. Boyer, manager, of the Pine Auto Court attended the council meeting. Mr. Voris has had an
amplifier system in the court for about four years with which to call patrons of the court to ~he telephone. It is
operated between 9:30 AM and dark. There has been some complaint about its use from a few of the neighbors. The
speakers are about 500 feet from the nearest residence. Attorney Skerry was instructed to check up on the ordinances
regarding amplifiers.
Harry Rees was present and asked what answer has. been received from the Evergreen Bus Line in regard to a cut in
fares. Skerry is to call bus line for an answer.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned subject to the call of the Mayor.
E. C. Biegel, Acting Recorder Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNUIL MEETING
MAY 17, 1960.
The Comon Council of the City of Ashland met in regular sessdon at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel, Ward and ]?nitham present.
The minutes of meeting of May'3, 1960 were read and approved as read.
Recorder read a letter from Fir Milling and Planing Co. requesting renewal of'Fire Contract which terminates May
21, 1960. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that renewal contract be duly executed. Carried unanimously.
Following study of Dept. reports for April, 1960, moved by Whitham, seconded'by Lewis, that report be accepted and
placed on file. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel reported that opening of bids for Sewage Disposal Plant Construction has been set for 8:00 PM
Tuesday June 7, 1960.
City Supt. Biegel presented a petition for the c~rb and paving of Chestnut Street. Moved by Kerr, seconded by
Lewis, that hearing for the above curb and paving be set for 8:00 PM. Tuesday June 7, 1960. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Bdegel presented a petition for the curb and paving of upper Granite Street from the Meadows property
to Winburn Way. After some discussion, moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that hearing for the above curb and
paving be set for 8:00 PM Tuesday June 7, 1960 and that the Park Commission be asked to attend the hearing.
Carried unanimously.
~hyor Neill presented the name of Mr. Pieere Roberts for Director of Summer Recreation Program for the coming year.
Noved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that the appointment of Nr. Roberts be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a letter from ~r. & MrsL Foss G. Kramer, 332 Har~ad~ne St., requesting that City grade, curb and
pave a small triangular piece of city o.ned property located at the apex of Hargadine Street and Beach Avenue.
After some discussion, moved by Whitham, seconded by Lewis, that the City Supt. and Councilman Revelinvestigate
the-situation and report back to the council at next meeting. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a petition, s~gned by two property owners, requesting that a private alley between Vista and Beach
Ave. be made one-way due to the steepness of said alley. After considerable discussion, moved by Revel, seconded
by Lewis, that request be turned over to Chairman Peters of Street Committee for investigation. On Roll Call,
carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel reported that funds are new available in Hospital Bond Sinking Mund and request that previous
loan for Hospital Options be transferred back to Electric Fund. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that
$34,604.62 be transferred from Hospital Bond Sinking Fund to the Electric Fund. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Councilman Revel, Chairman of Water Committee, stated that action should be taken in regards to-passing Ordinance
increasing water rates effective July l, 1960. T~ayor Neill stated he would instruct City Attorney Skerry to draft
said ordinance for council consideration.
Meeting was new adjourned for informal discussion of pending new Hospital problems.
Following resumption of regular business, moved by Lew] s, seconded by Kerr, that Mr. Robert L. Flynn ~e appointed
Hospital Admdndstrator at a salary of $8,000.00 per year effective ~ulyl, 1960, and that ~. Flynn be go notified
of the appointment. On Roll Call, carried 5 to O. Ward abstaining.
Following further discussion in regards to establishing a permanent Hospital Board, moved by-Lewis, seconded by
-Whitham, that Councilman Peters take leadership in arranging an informal meeting the the Council, Hospital'Board,
City Attorney and City Supt. for purposes pertaining to hospital problems and the establishment of a pervsanent
Hospital Board. Carried unanimously.
There bejng no further business, moved by Lewis, seconded by 1Tnitham, that meeting adjourn subject to the call
o~ the M~yor.
W. E. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
R. . Nei 1, ~ayor of Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
ADJOURNED COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 24, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in adjourned session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Peters, Revel, Kerr, Lewis and Whitham were present. Absent: Ward~
The meeting was called for the purpose of discussing wdth the hospital committee the ways, means, and methods by
which the hospital should be adminstered; and the type of board, if any, that should govern the hospital.
The possibilities of an elective board; an appointive board; or a committee from the council to administer the
hospital were all discussed. After this discussion the matter was referred to Councilman Peters, council repre-
sentative on the present hosni~al board~,-for recommendationa.
The question of a name for the hospital was brought up. After sonsiderable discussion several names were suggested.
It was moved by V~itham, seconded by Kerr, that the name "Ashland Community Hospital" be adopted. On Roll Call
this was carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry brought uP the request of the East Side Electric for permission to build a planter in front
of their building on East }~in St. The planter is to extend over the sidewalk. Skerry stated that the City would
not be responsible for damages if people tripped over the planters if they were built high enough.
Revel wanted each applicant to submit a plan of their planters; same to be referred to Planning Commission.
Whitham and Lewis wanted planters to be built in to the buildings. It was moved by Revel that the City Attorney,
together with the City Superintendent, draw up an ordinance regulating planters on the sidewalk; suggested size
18" wide by not less than 24" high. Carried 3 to 2. Whitham and Lewis dissenting.
There being no further business, the council adjourned subject to the Call of the ~ayor.
E. C. Biegel, Acting Recorder Ashland, Oregon
R. L. Neill, Mayor of Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
ADJOURN~2D COUNCIL }~ETING
JUNE 2, 1960.
The Common Council of-the City of Ashland met in adjourned session at 7:30 RM this date. Mayor Neilt presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel and Ward present. Absent: Whitham.
City Supt. Biegel presented a request from the Mark Antony Hotel for steps and sidc.~lk improvements on the
First Street entrance. After some discussion, moved by Peters, seconded by Lewis, that request for said improve-
ments be allowed. Carried unanimously. Cost to be assumed by the hotel.
~ Citizens Budget Committee, consisting of Glenn Simpson, Chairman; John H. Yaple, Secretary; and Felix Windsor,
Alan Hazelrigg and Ken Jones, .were present.for study and discussion of the proposed 1960-61 BudMet .for the City
~f Ashland.
Mr. Delbert Jones, sixth member of the comsnittee was unable to attend.
~'Following the presentation and detailed explanation of the proposed 1960-61 Budget by City Supt. Biegel, the
~Citizens Budget Comittee by unanimous approval, recommended the adoption of the 1960-61 Budget as presented.
~m~Fellowing further discussion of the proposed Budget, moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that the 1960-61 Budget
be accepted, authorizing publication of the 1960-61 Budget, and authorizing the City Supt. to set a date for
public hearing of said Budget. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
There being no f~rther business, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the Mayor.
. i~W~ E. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL ~ETYNG
JUNE 7, 1960.
Common Council of the Citx ~f Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
O~uncilm~n Kerr, Lewis and Peters present. Absent: Revel, Ward and Whitham.
The minutes of meetings of May 17, 24 and June 2, 1960 were read and approved as read.
RecOrder read a letter from Ben T. Lombard, Pres. of Chamber of Commerce, requesting investigation of the situation
concerned with reservation of the parking area in front of the Chamber of Commerce building for out of state cars.
If such an ordinance is on the books, request is made that it be enforced from early June through L~bor Day. If
=no ordinance exists, action by Council regarding this matter is requested. Matter referred to Traffic Committee.
Recorder read a .letter from the .First National Bank of Oregon, ~edford Branch, Executor of the Estate of Flora W.
Brainerd, deceased, advising the City of ~shlan~ of a gift of $10,000.00 in the Last Will of L~s. Brainerd. The
above gift to be used solely and only for 'hospital. purposes. The Mayor and Council expressed their appreciation of
this gift and requested that letter and codicil be turned over to Hospital Board for their consideration for a
memorial to the late }~s. Brainerd.
~ ~etter was read from ~r. Parker Bailey, requesting that the City make a formal protest to the Public Utility
Coms~issioner of Oregen, in regards to delay in allowing establishment of an Railway Express Office in Ashland. At
Ip~esent no office ~s in operation in the city. Letter referred to City Attorney Skerry for check with the Public
Utility Commissioner about this situation.
Eecord~r read ~ report of the recommenda[ions of the Planning Commission meeting of June 6, 1960. Moved by Lewis,
seconded by Kerr, that the report be accepted and placed on f~le.
Bills in the amount of $34,103.91 and Payrolls amounting to $31,230.67 were presented for payment. Moved by Peters,
seconded by ~err, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried um~nimously.
Report of Beach Ave. & Hargadine Street condition was made by City Supt. Biegel. Following discussion of the matter,
the' City Supt. was advised to con%act ~l~s. Baughman regarding 20' of her property which will be necessary to make
a feasible correction of the triangle in question, also that a petition should be circulated to pave Beach Ave. and
curb the lower side to prevent wash of said street.
Mayor Neill proposed the hame of ~r. Paul Antony to fill one of the exjsting vacancies on the Planning Commission.
A~ved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that the appointment of Mr. Antony be confirmed. Carriedunanin~usly.
City Supt. Biegel reported that a Public Hearing on the 1960-61 Budget will be held June 29, 1960 at 8:00 PM.
The hour of 8:00 PM having arrived, City Supt. Bi~gel opened bids for construction of Sewage Treatment Plant from
the following firms: Totals include 3 alternate bids:
Lloyd B. Read, Portland
Graff & James, Nedford
Ausland Contrucytion Co.
$284,700.00
$279,927.00
Grants Pass
Dan Herder, Lebanon
E. L. Wiggins, Portland
$289,400.00
$321,500.OO
$282,851.00
Bids on Sludge Tank Truck: Lloyd B. Read, Portland
T.l~rray Newell, Gresham
$7,200.00
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that bids be accepted as presented. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Hearing was now held regarding the proposed curb and paving of Chestnut Street from Wimer to Grant. City Supt.
B]egel stated that sewer will be instalt~d ona portion of the street before paving is laid. No objections
being presented, moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that curb and paving of Chestnut St. be ordered in as
petitioned. Carried unanimously.
Hearing was new held pertaining to the curb and paving of Granite St. from Winburn Way to the upper pert of the
Moadews property. City Supt. Biegel stated that the Park has approximately 1800' which would cost about $7,000.00
to curb and pave. T~r. Eldon Scriptor, Chairman of Park Commission, stated that the commission as a whole were in
favor of this improvement but according to the Charter, Park monies cannot be expended for street improvements.
Following considerable discussion, it was the opinion of all concerned that Granite St. should be improved. City
Supt. Biegel was instructed to work out some way in which the Park share of this cost could be reduced and be
assumed by the city in .some ~anner. Hearing was new adjourned until later in the session.
City Attorney Skerry read a letter from L. R. Pilcher, Ngr. of Evergreen Bus Lines Inc., stating that at present
time it would be impossible to lower Bus rates in the City of Ashland. A~ter some discussion, moved by Kerr,
seconded by Peters, that the matter be tabled. Carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry read a Resolution authorizing the Hospital Administrator for the Ashland Community Hospital
to apply for and on behalf of the .City of Ashland for surplus property from the Surplus Property SectiOn, Services
Division, U.S.Department of Finance and Administration, under certain conditions. After discussion, moved by'Lewis,
seconded by Kerr, that the rules be suspended and Resolution passed to second reading bt title only. On Roll Call,
carried unanimously. After second reading by Skerry, moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that Resolution be
adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Attorney Skerry read a resolution authorizing the T~yor and City Recorder to execute for and on behalf of the City
oE Ashland that certain agreement dated June 7, 1960, between the State of Oregon, by and through its State High-
wat C~mmlssion, and the City of Ashland a~pertaining to the vacation of a portion of Nevada Street where it will
bisect the ~roposed Ashland by-pass and the construction by the State of Oregon of a frontage road. After a thor-
ough study of the Resolution, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr~ that the Resolution be held in abeyance until
certain points are clarified. Carried unanimously.
Nayor Neill ordered a short recess for further discussion of Granite St. improvement.
Upon resumption of regular business, hearing was now continued on the proposed Granite Street improvement. City
Supt. Biegel proposed that the street be graded to full width, curb be omitted on lower side of park property,
paving to be 24 ft wide and that curbs be installed on upper side. After ~urther discussion, moved by Peters,
seconded by Kerr, that curb and paving of Granite St., from Winburn Way to upper corner of Meadows property, be
ordered in as specified by City Supt. Biegel. Carried unanimously.
Attorney Skerry read a Resolution approving the execution of an Easement from the Southern Pacific C6~ta the'City
of Ashland for the installation of water and sewer pipe lines across the railroad right of way at Walker Avenue.
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that under a suspension of the rules, Resolution be passed to second reading
by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by Skerry, moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis,
that Resolution be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously..
City Attorney Skerry read Ordinance No. 1272 providing for control and use by minors and adults of alcoholic
liquor, establishing rules and regulations concerning the operation of licensed premises for the sale of alcoholic
liquors, repealing ordinances in conflict herewith, and declaring an emergency. ~oved by Lewis, seconded by Peters,
that the rules be suspended and ordinance passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
After second reading by Skerry, moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that Orddnance No. 1272 be adopted. On Roll
Call, carried unanimously.
Attorney Skerry reported that due to the probability of liability to both the city and owner of building in regards
to construction of planters on building front, the East Side Electric will not install planters as planned, thus
no action required at this time.
.~r. Harold Buck, representing Retail .Trades Committee of Chamber of Commerce, requested issuance of courtesy park-
ing tickets to vds~t~ng motorists. After considerable discussion as to length of time for this concession, moved
by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that this courtesy be adopted throughout the year. Carried 2 to 1. Lewis dissenting.
The Hospital Reports of CSunc~lman Peters and E~. ~reisman were held over until next meeting when a full council
can be present.
City Supt. Biegel read Ordinance No. 1273 fixing rates to be charged for water service by the City of Ashland, pro-
viding for the inspection and adjustment of faulty water meters; fixing rules and regulations for the conduct and
operation of the water system of said city; providing for penalties for non-payment of water service andsfor the
violation ofrules and regulations thereof; repealing Ordinances~lll3 and 1139 and all ordinances and parts of
ordinances ~n conflict herewith and declaring an emergency. Moved by ~ewis, seconded by Peters, that under a suspen-
sion of the rules Ordinance be passed to second readdng by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After
second read~n~ by B~egel, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that OrdSnance No. 1273 be adopted. On Roll Call,
carried unanimously.
Fol~ow~ n~ fur-ther d~ scussion of Planning Commission recommendations, moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that sign
ordinance as recommended stand as is; tentative plat of Thl~nderbird Heights Subdivision be accepted, and tentatdve
a~proval to open up Quincy St. from ~t. Ave. to Walker Ave. pending costs of property needed; and along railroad
right of way to Junction with Highway 66. Carried unanimously.
There being no ~urther bus] ness, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the ~yor.
W. ~. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
· 1, Nayor of Ashland, Dregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND 0RE,ON
REGULAR C0~CIL~ri~G
JUNE 21, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in regular Session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Nell] presided.
Councilman Lewis, Peters, Revel, Ward and Whitham present. Absent: Kerr.
The minutes of meeting of June ?, 1960 were read and aDproved as read.
CiCy Supt. Biegel stated 'that petition fer paving of Beach Ave. has mot been received as yet, also, the State has
hA~v:not as yet clarified ~he Nevada Street closing problem.
A~ter study of City Department Reports for the month of May, 1960, moved by Peters, seconded by Whitham, that reports
be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Gi~y Supt. Biegel stated that the approximate cost to open Quinoy St. from Garfield to Mr. Ave. would be $15,0OO.OO.
I-Ix~arker Hess, 136 let. Ave., stated he was much concerned regarding this proposal and reported that the people in
~his area would like to protest this action. M~. Hess stated further that~ Iowa st. was the most logical route and
felt'that the college should cooperate in extending Ycwa St. thru to Walker Avenue. After considerable discussiomby
all concerned, the consensus of opinion being that Iowa St. was the most logical route. Councilman Peters stated in
case this route can not be worked out, he favored leaving Quincy as is and extending same to Walker Ave. by trading
the part of Io.~ St. below Wightman St. to the csllege for a right of way for the extension of Quincy to Walker Avenue
Following further discussion, moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that the City Supt. arrange a meeting with the School
Board, Southern Oregon College, Planning Commission and Street Committee for discussion of the request of Mr. Hess
not %o open Quincy St. from ~arfield to ~t. Ave. but to try and extend Iowa St. to Walker Avenue. Carried unanimously.
R~erder next read the reports of Councilman Peters and ~r. Arthur Kreisman relative to establishing a Hospital Board.
FoRbwing discussion pertaining to the merits of elective and appointive-beards, it was the consensus of opinion that
an appointive beard would be the most workable. Moved by Lewis~ seconded by Ward, that a 5 man hospital board, con-
- "~ng of one council member, be .appointed by the Mayor and Council for administrative part of ~ospital as soon as
possible as per Kreisman letter of recomendation and that an ordinance be drafted subject to suggestions of Attorney
Skerry for presentat~ on at next council meeting. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
0c~ilman Revel tenorted that due to adverse comments regarding naming the hospital "Ashland Conununity Hospital",
he~ggested that we re-name sama. After some discussion, no action taken at this time.
Councilman Lewis, on behalf of the Ashland Lions Club, requested that order of parade for the 4th of July be same
as used last year. Following discussion, moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that Chief of Police take necessary steps
~aXm~ang.~ng for the order of march for the Parade sponsored by the Lions Club of Ashland. Order to be same as used
il~ar. Carried unanimously.
Ci~ Supt. Biegel opened bids for carload of poles which are as follows:
L D. MoFarland Co.
P~'eS Inc.
- unable ,4~ bid
45' 50'
Cedar 52.00 52.00
Western Latch 42.00 51.00
~ved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that low bid of Poles Inc. for Western Latch poles be accepted. On Roll Call,
carried unanimously. ~
City Supt. Biegel opened bids on fire hose-from the following firms:
Mannell Shetrill
AmericanRubber Co.
AmeriCan Fire Protection Co.
Roneys Co.
1.Oh 1.50
1.o3 1.43
.85 1.2o
.94 1.4o
1.13 1.65
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that lowest bidder who meets specifications be awarded bid for 250' of 1!''
and 750' of 2½" Fire Hose upon confirmationby Fire Committee and Fire Chief. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Fire Committee will meet to-morrow morning, June 22, 1960 at 9:0CAM.
City Bopt. Biegel requested to call for bids on 2 carloads of Cast Iron Water Pipe. Moved by Peters, seconded by
Lewis, that permission be granted. Carried unanimously.
C~uncilmun Revel reported that the Economic Developments Commission requests that the Business License be strictly
enforced. At the present time approximately 5% of business firms have not complied and City Attorney Skerry stated
that after July 15th firms not complying with the provisions of the ordinance will be contacted.
COuncilman Revel stated that parking restrictions in front of the Chamber of Commerce building are now in effect
and being enforced.
B. ~K. Hemdon & Co. submitted the audit report for 1958-59. No action taken.
There being no further business, moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that meeting adjourn subject to the call
~ the Mayor..
W. E. Sartelt, Ashland, Or~,g~n
R.r.. Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND
ADJOURNED.COUNCIL MEETING
JBNE 29, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in adjourned session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Peters and Whitham presest.
Re~order preSented.fur aouncil eonsideration, an.application fur a Class R Liquor License from the Ma~k Anton~
Hotel. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that approval of the above application be recommended to the Oregon
Liquor Commission. Carried unanimously.
Councilmen Lewis, Ward and Revel now arrived making a full Council present.
Mr. Arnold BaudaT, Chairman of the Hospital Board, reported that at a noon seering of the board held ~his date,
a Resolution was unaniaously passed recommending that a 5 nan voting board be appointed.by the Mayor and Council
and that said board not to include a member of the council or the m~dical profession. It was recommended that an
ex-officio member be appointed from the 'couneil and.the modical profession. Mr. Baudar also stated that ,blue
prints of the proposed hospital will be ready for our inspection either July let or 6th.
Mayor Neill thanked Mr. Rauder for the report~ No action taken.
The hour of 8:00 PM now having arrived, Public Hearing on the proposed 1960-61 BUdget was held. No obJecti~ons
being presented, City S~pt. Bieg~l read Ordinance No. 1274, Levying ~ tax for the period qf July 1, 1960, to and
including June 30, 1961, in the sum of $165,024.00 upon all the real and personal property subject to assessment
and levy within the limits of the City of Ashland, J~ekson County, Oregon, said levy to be made up of the part-
icular appropriations mentioned .heroin. Moved by Peters, se~ed by Whirham, that the rules be suspended and
ordinance passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Cell, ~arried unanimously. After second reading by
Biegel, moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that Ordinance No. 1274 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Biegel next read Ordinance NQ. 1275, providing for and fixing the salaries and compensation of elective and
appointive officers for the City of Ashland, Jackson County, Oregon, for the period beginning July 1, 1960 and
ending June 30, 1961, and declaring an emergency. Moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that under a suspe~on of the
rules the ordinance be passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, Carried unanimously. Aftex. second
reading by Biegel, moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that Ordinance No. 1275 be adopted. On Roll Call,
carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegol read Ordinance No. 1276, vacating all alleys running easterly from Sherman Street between East
Main Street and Siskiyou Blvd., and the west line of Ashland Cemetery extending.to Siskiyou Blvd.. Mo.ved by Lewis,
seconded by Kerr, that the rules be suspended and ordinance passed to second reading by title only. On R~ll Call,
carried unanimously. After second reading by Biegol, moved by Lewis, seconded by Ward, that Ordinance .No. 1276
be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
There being no further .business, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that meeting adjourn subject to the. cali o~
the Mayor.
Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL MEE~_ING
JULY 2, 19~O.
'The Common Council of the City of ~shland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel and Ward present. Absent: Whitham.
The minutes of meetings of J.une 21 and 29, 1960were read and approved as read.
Recorder presented a request from Lumber ~lls CorporatiOn for a fire protection contract. After some disjussion,
moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that fire protection contract with Lumbe~ M~lls Corp. be duly executed.
Carried 4 to 1. Re~el dissenting.
Following discussion of the inactive status of the Lumber Mills Corp., moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that the
Realty Committee contact Mr. Cotton regarding future operation plans of the mill. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a letter from the Fire Baptized Holiness Church requesting permission to hold ~ or 3 street meetings
in order to advertize camp meetings now in progress..Moved by Lewis, secondedby Kerr, that Eermission be gra~ted
subject to time and dates to be cleared with the Chief of Police. Carried unanimously.
Bills in the amount of $54,218.28 and Payrolls amounting to $32,920.70 were presented for payment..MovedbyKerr,
seconded by Peters, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel reported that following the meeting of Fire Chief, Fire Committee and City Supt., the bid of
American Rubber ~ifg. Co. for fire hose was accepted.
City Supt. Biegel now'opened'bids on '2 ~arload~ ~f pipe and miscellaneous fittings from the following firms:
Pacific Water Works Co.; Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Co.; Utilities Supnly Co., and United States Pipe & Foundry.
~ved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that bids be accepted and that low bid be awarded subject to specifications
following compilation by City Supt. and approval of Water Committee at.meeting to be held at 9:00 AM JUly. 6,
1960. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel stated that a petition to pave Beach Ave. had been received with 65% of property owners signing,
and requested that date be set for hear~ng. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Ward, that hearing for the paving of Beach
Avenue be set for 8:00 PM July 19, 1960. Carried unanimously.
Biegel reported that M~. Drew Lamb was not interested in any manner at this time in re~ards to selling property
which would enable either Quincy or Iowa Streets to be extended to Walker Avenue.
!':" ~"~.yor Wsill introduced Mr. Robert Flynn, the newly a~pointed Hospital Administrator, to all present and
d him a
e~te~ ed to hearty mmlcome.
~eity Attorney Skerry presented a proposed Hospital Board Ordinance for council study and discussion. Following
~Xangthy discussion pertaining to establishing controls on expenditures in addition to regular budget itemize~
, ~x~endit~res, ~ayor Neill appointed Councilmen Peters, Chairman, and Lewis and Ravel as a committee to meet' ~ith
~t~'e new administrator and come up with definite recommendations for the proposed ordinance at the' next council
IN~. Parker Hess was present and requested to know why nothing had been done in regards to new road to the new
i~;. High School. Aftor considerable discussion, City Attorney SkerA~ was instructed to check on costs of con-
~deamation ,roceedings for beth Quincy and Iowa St. routes. Following further discussion, moved by Revel, seconded
by Peters, that City Supt. be authorized to secure two qualified ap~;aisers for evaluation of property costs on
b~th routes. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry requested'that some city funds'be invested in short term government' bonds. After discussion,
:Mayor Neill requested finance committee to talk with the bank and meke recommendations at next meeting.
~:~ '8kex~r~ reported that ~urd had been received from the Public Utilities Commissioner stating that S.P. Agent
~,~;been appointed Railway Express agent in Ashland.
City Attorney Ske~-x-~ presented for council consideration as agreement as "Jackson County Library Project".
$ 2 000.00 of Federal Funds being allotted for Medford and Ashland Libraries for compilation of a unified catalog
]*~y~s~em. Users of both libraries will have access to volumes in either library. New books will also be acquired
't,~-~'this grant. After some discussion, moved by Revel, seconded by Ward, that authorization for execution of the
s~I~a~eement be given provided that lieson work and cooperation is'carried on between both boards. Carried 4 to 1.
~s dissenting.
· 'i~torney Skerry stated that vacating of 2 alleys on on Jr. High property will have to be advertised and requested
that hearing be set for this action. ~ved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that hearing for the vacation of the above
'alleys be held at 8:00 PM July 19, 1960. Carried unanimously.
.Ci%y Attorney Ske~;~;l presented an ordinance for council consideration establishing civil service system in the
~shland Fire Department. After some discussion, moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that the ordinance be referred
,~" the ordinance committee for perusal. Carried unanimously.
The matter of a moratorium on issuing building permits of any kind other than single family dwellings, public
buildings or schools, in residential 2one, was the next order of business. After lengthy discussion, it was felt
that the "freeze" should be put back until the new planning consultant has had a chance to diagnose the present
situation, thus at least stabilizimg the conditions until future plans can be formulated. Moved by Lewis, seconded
~ Peters, that public hearings regarding a moratorium on building other than single unit dwellings, public
buildings and schools in residential zone, be set for 8:00 PM'July 18, for the Planning Commission and 8:00 PM
J~l.y 19, 1960 for City Council. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
N~Ved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that said moratorium be declared immediately pending action on the above hearings.
~':C~rried 4 to 1. Peters-dissenting. ,
: ~Na~'r Neill presented the name "0~ Mr. ~itland Locke to fill the vacancy now existing on the Planning Commission.
Hoved by Revel, seconded by Kerr, that the appointment of Mr. Locke to the Planning Commission be confirmed.
Carried unanimously.
~re being no ~urther business, moved by Revel, seconded by Ward, that the meeting adjourn subject to the call
of the ~ayor.
~' W. E. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon.
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL ME~TING
JlrLy 19, 1960.
T~aCommon Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Councilmen Kerr, Lewis,
· ~evel, Peters, Ward and Whitham present. Due to the absence of Mayor Neill, Chairman of the Council Revel presided.
minutes of meeting of July 5, 1960 were read and approved as read.
Recorder read the recommendations of the Planning Commission meetings of July 11 and 18, 1960, which were as follows:
(1) Re-zOning sout~nvest side of Siskiyou Blvd. from ~esham to Morton from resident~a~ to business be tabled for a
p~r~od of time not to exceed three months. (2) Vacate two alleys on old Jr. High property. (3) There shall be permitts.
only single family dwellings, public buildings and schools in Zone 3, residential district. Moved by Whitham, seconded
by~eters, that recomm~endations of the Planning Commission be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
~ecorder next read a letter ~from the School Board of District No. 5 requesting an audience for their spokesman with
City Council and members of the Planning Commission at the regular council meeting to be held July 19, 1960 for the
purpose of discussing the problem of the extension and development of Iowa St. as an access route to the new Jr. High
School site, and the area surrounding it. ',
Recorder read petitions, signed by 482 residents of School D~strict No. 5, requesting the extension of existing Iowa
St. to intersect Walker Avenue.
~r. Archie C. Pries, Jr. Vice Chairman of Ashland School District No. 5, at the request of Acting Mayor Revel, read a
prepared statement regarding the board's opinion and position in the matter of the Io~a Street extension. The above
statement pointed out that "from ~anuary 1959 to June of 1960 it was the mutual understanding of all concerned that ~h,
extension or Iowa St. to Walker Ave. would be one of the access roads to the new Jr. High School, and in April 1960
the Board ~rote a letter to the Council requesting that it proceed with the necessary steps to extend Iowa Street.
On June 3, 1960, an informal luncheon meeting was called by college officials to discuss the matter. Present at
the meeting were School Supt., twu members of the school board, two college officials, two members of the planning
commission and two city officials. At the above meeting, Dr. Stevenson protested the' extension of Iowa St. as
interfering with the plans of the college to erect a stadium across the area And proposed an alternative route on
Quincy Street. Although the school representatives did not feel that the alternate route would serve as well as
Iowa St., they felt however that the problem is properly a matter for the City Council and Plan~ng Commission to
decide what would~be the best solution. Furthermore, it was understood by those present that, should a route other
than Iowa St. be chosen, the authorities making the decision would publicly explain fully the reascns for the choice
to Justify the change from previously published plans. On June 7, 1960, the City Council accepted the recommendation
of the Planning Commission and denied the Board's request for the extension of Iowa Street. In conclusion the Board
deeply regrets the situation which has arisen in this matter but does not feel that it has acted other than honorably
throughout. The Board reiterates its previously expressed willingness to abide by whatever soiution the Cou~il
adopts and will continue to coop.rate to the fullest. extent in the mutual accomplishment of progressive objectives".
The hour of 8:00 PM having arrived, further discussion on the Iowa St. extension was'postponed for the hearing of the
curb and paving of Beach Ave.. No objections being presented, mSved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, ~hat the paving and
one side of Beach Ave. curbing be ordered in. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Hearing'regarding the vacating of two alleys on the old Jr. High propertywas now held. No objections being voiced,
City Attorney SkeA-x-~ read Ordinance No. 1277, pertaining to the vacation. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr,.that the
rules be suspended and ordinance be passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After
second reading by Skerry, moved by Kerr, seconded by PeterS, that Ordinance No. 1277 be adopted. On Roll Call,
carried unanimously.
Hearing was now held in regards to permitting only single family dwellings, public buildings and schools in Zone 3,
Residential District. No objections being presented, Attorney Skerry read Ordinance No. 1278, Amending ~ec. 3 of
Ordinance No. 1261, to provide that in Zone No. 3, Residential District, there shall be permitted only single family
'dwellings, public b~ildings and schools. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that under a suspension of the rules,
ordinance be passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by
Skerry, moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that Ordinance No. 1278 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Upon resumption of the Iow~ St. extension discussion, City Su~t. Biegel stated that as per council instruction,
appraisal of 47' strip of land ~rom Quincy to Walker amounts to $2,075Z00 and Io.a to Walker $2,325.00. Biegel
reported that a 1 year lease for the extension of Iowa might be negotiated as a stop gap and probably could be re-
newed from year to year until soma definite solution is derived at. The matter of condemnation proceedings were
discussed and City Attorney Skerry stated that it would take at least 6 months for this action. After considerable
more discussion, the City Supt. and City Attorney'were instructed to wurk out lease arrangement and report back on
the results.
Mr. Pries stated that the Board has ~o complaints and that cooperation with all concerned has been excellent.
After study of City Dept. reports for the month of June, 1960, moved by Peters, seconded by Ward, that reports be
accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry now gave a detailed reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1279 creating the Ashland CSmmunity
Hospital Board. After discussion with members of the Council, present Hospital Board members and Hospital Adminis-
trator Flynn, a few minor changes in wordingwere ordered. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, ~het the rules be
suspended and ordinance passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call~ carried unanimousiy. After second
reading by Skerry, moved by Kerr, seconded by Whitham, that Ordinance No. 1279 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried
unanimously.
Acting Mayor Revel presented 4 names submitted by Mayor Neill for appointment as members of the new hospital board
which are as follows: Walt Bosshard, Ned Mars, .Art Kreisman and I. F. Andres. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that
confirmation be given to the above listed appointments. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Councilman Peters moved, seconded by Lewis, that Mrs. Virginia Westerfield be appointed as the fifth member of the
new Hospital Board. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
The appointment of the two ex-officio members of the Board will be made by the Council and Medical Staff at later date.
Mr. Arnold Bauder stated that the plans of the new hospital had been received and studied with a few recommended
changes and City Supt. Biegel reported that the specified time for construction will be reduced from 270 to 240
working days in order that project can be completed prior to expiration of present lease on old hospita~,-also bids
should be ready by September 1 and construction be underway by October 15, 1960.
City Supt. Biegel stated that the Planning Consultant will be here next week and that a meeting with the Council,
Planning Commission and the new consultant will be held Tuesday evening July 26, 1960.
The question of the duties of the new Nospital Board in regards to the present hospital were discussed and it was the
assumption that theywill work along the same lines'as the old board.
Acting Mayor Revel stated that the Western ~[ilk Producers will hold a convention at the Mark Antony HotelJuly 27 &
28 of July and that a request has been made for courtesy parking tickets for the delegates for t~e two daYS. Mr. Ben
Lombard, Pros. of the Ashland Chamber of Commerce, stated that the cham~er feels this is the thing to do and if it
works out satisractoraly it will be recommended to apply to all future conventions held in the city. After further
discussion it was carried unaninnusly by ~ voice vote that ~. Lombard work with the Police and City Supt. on this
request for the two days stated.
City Attorney Skerry requested that a Public Hearing be held at 8~O0 PMAugust 2, 1960 for re-zoning of~ld Jr. High
property due to an om~ission of one ~ublication notice held on April ~, 1960. Carried unanimously.
There being no further lb~siness, moved by Peters, seconded by Revel, that meeting adjourn subject to ~he call of the
~ayor.
W..~Bar~elt~sbland, Oregon
· ~,i~yor~ofAshland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 2, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session ~t 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
~Cbuncilmen Kerr, Lewis, Pete.rs, Ward and Whitham present. Absent: Revel.
The mihutes of meeting of July 19, 1960 were read and approved as re~d.
Bills ~in the amount of $65,702.82 and Payrolls amounting to $37,963.33 were presented for payment. Moved by Kerr,
seconded by Peters, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Councilman Kerr, Chairman of ~inance Committee, reported that consultation had been held wit~ the bank in regards
to short. term investment of city funds and moved that the City Treasurer be authorized to invest$3OO, OOO.OO of
City Funds in U.S. Government Bonds of short duration in amounts most advantageous to the ~lity. Le.ls seconded
the motion. Carried unanimously.
Following explanation by City Attorney Skerry of the main points of proposed Ordinance No.I 1280, establishing a
,~ivil Service for firemen, moved by Lewis, seconded byWhitham, that the rules be suspended and ordinance passed to
s~cond reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by Skerry, moved by Kerr,
.seConded by Peters, that Ordinance No. 1280 be adopted. On Roll Call,,carried unanimously.
_M~y0r Neill ~resented for council approval the names of Robert B. Reinholdt, Jean F, Eberhart and Harold S. Ingle
tO serve as members of the newly formed Civil Service Commission. Moved by Lowis, seconded by Ward, that the above
appointl~enta be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel reported that negotiations for right of way through Lithi~ Lumber Co. property for access road
to new Jr. High School will be conducted through Mr. Drew Lamb in the future, inasmuch as r~r. Pete Rosenbaum of
Lithie Lumber Co. is no longer authorized to deal in this matter.
The hour of 8:00 PM having arrived, hearing was now Held for the re-zoning of old Jr. High property from residential
tq.business. No objections being presented, City Attorney Skerry read Ordinance No. 1281 pertaining to said re-
.vl~ing. Moved byEowls, seconded by Whitham, that under a suspension of the rules, the ordinance be passed to second
reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second re~d~ng by Skerry, moved by Whitham, seconded
by Lewis, that Ordinance No. 1281 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
C~c. ilman Revel now having arrived, a full council was 'present.
'City lttorney Skei~ry commented on the influx of new service stations being constructed and suggested that the
~lann~ng Commission study this ma~ter. After some discussion, it was suggested by the CounCil that the Planning
· COmmission make an informal study of the matter.
CAty Supt, Biegel reported on inquiries regarding construction of aluminum roofs in residential areas and Councilnan
R~vel commented on the dangors in the use of rotating beacon lights as a traffic hazard. City Attorney Skerrywas
requested to check on the legal aspects of these matters.
There being no further business, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the Mayor.
W. E. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGFLAR COUNCIL' MEETING
AUGUST 16, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Peters, Revel, Ward and Whitham present. Absent: Lewis.
The minutes of meeting of August 2, 1960, were read and approved as read.
,Recorder read a letter from the Evergreen Bus Line, requesting bus stops be designated at 3 specific locations.
!~A~er some discussion, the letter was referred to Police Chief Hays.
After study and discussion of City Dept. reports for the month of July, 1960, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr,
that reports be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Councilman Ward reported that he had been unable to contact M~. Cotton regarding future plans of Lumber Mills Corporal
City Supt. Biegel reported that attempts to secure petitions for the curb and paving of several streets had proven
unsuccessful. Mr. Biegel presented a map showing the streets in need of imFx-ovement due to erosion, location and etc.,
an~requested that public hearings be held in regards to ordering in these improvements and that program to extend for
a period of 2 to 3 years. Following considerable discussion, mainly in regards to the priority of some of these
streets, moved by Revel, seconded by Ward, that Street Committee meet with City Supt. Biegel and decide on a definite
recommendation of which streets should be incorporated in a Resolution to be submitted for council approval at next
council meeting. Hearing dates to be set at that time. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel reported that he and ~. Ned ~rs had attended a meeting of the County Planning Commission held in
~edford this morning with the State Hdghway D~partment in regards to sign locations on the proposed now freeway. A
decision was made at this meetdug that the old highway from Seven Oaks to Ashland will be designated as ROgue Valley
Boulevard. '
Mayor Neill stated that the Hospital Board had recommended that the newly established board be increased from
5 to 7 voting members, and requested City Attorney Skerry to read the proposed Ordinance No. 1282 incorporating
this request. Following the reading, Councilman Revel stated that he felt more discussion should be held before
any change in members was made and that he favored a smaller number of members rather than an increase, feeling
that a smaller board would be more wurkable. Following considerable discussion by the Mayor, members of the
Council, Hospital Administrator Flynn and Board member ~.~rs. Westerfield, moved by Peters, seconded by l~hitham,
that the rules be suspended and ordinance passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried 4 to 1.
Revel dissenting. A~ter second read_~ng by Skerry, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that Ordinance No. 1282
be adopted. On Roll Call, carried 4 to-1. Revel dissenting.
MAyor Neill, nroposed the names of ~rald Wenner and Ernest Tischhauser to serve as additional members of the
P~,ospital Board: Moved by Kerr, seconded by Whitham, that the above appointments be confirmed. Carried 4 to~ ~.
Revel abstaining.
City Attorney Skerry presented a proposed ordinance concerning the temporary blocking of streets during certain
special events-held in the City. After some discussion, ordinance w~s referred to the Ordinance Committee for
study.
Municipal Judge Richard C. Cottlewas present and expressed his appreciation to the ~ayor and Council for his
appointment as Judge and requested that due to the unusual circumstances on a certain case, he felt that he could
not guarantee a fair and impartial trial on this said case, and requested that the ~ayor appoint a temporary
Judge for this case-as soon as possible. Judge Cottle discussed several'incidents which have occured lii Lithis
Park in the past two months and stated that he felt more protection or patrol should be provided. Nr. Cottle
commended the Police Dept. for their e~cellent work on these incidents and stated that he intended to prosecute
further cases of this natare to the limit oflthe law in hopes that these occurences can be halted.
Police Chief Hays stated that extra help has been on duty in the Park and compensation for this service is
being furnished by thePark Board.
Mayor Neill thanked Judge Cottle for the discussion of these conditions and commended him for his action in the
matter.
Mayor Neill proposed the appointment of Attorney Sam Davis to act as temporary Judge for the case~of City
Ashland ve Charles Ellsworth Jerome. Moved by Revel, seconded by Whitham, that the appointment of Attorney Davis
be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
Councilman Revel reported that the B. K. Herndon & Co. desires to audit the city books for 1959-60 and ,wished to
apologize for the tardiness in completing last years audit. ~r. Tischhauser stated he would appear perS6~ally for
any discussion on the matter and would guarantee that this years audit would be completed by October 31, 1960.
After some discussion~ moved by Whitham,. seconded by Peters, that City Supt. Biegel negotiate with B. K. Herndon
& Co. for 1959-60 audit and to secure a statement in~riting in regards 'to time of completion and cost of same.
Carried unanimously.
There being no further business, moved by Ward, seconded by Whitham, that meeting adjourn subject t~ the call of
the Nayor.
W. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
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R. . Nei l, Mayor of Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
ADJOURNED COUNCIL ~ETING
AUGUST 26, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in adjourned session at 3;30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Lewis, Peters, Revel and Whitham present. Absent: Kerr and Ward.
Meeting called at the request of Mr. Pumphrey, of the Mark Antony Hotel, in re~ards to leasing space on the City
Warehouse building located at First & C Sts., for erection of a sign for the hotel.
City Attorney Skex-:-y read "Lease of AdVertising Sign ~pace (with option to purchase)" on said Warehouse building.
Following discussion and comments by ~r. Pumphrey, moved by Lewis, seconded by Whirham, authorizing Mayor and City
Recorder to execute said lease subject to adendum requiring hotel to assume taxes on said sign, if so assessed,
'and also prohibiting construction of a service station on said property in case option to purchased is ~xercised.
Carried unanimously.
There being nO further business, moved by Lewis, seconded by Whith~m, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the I~ayor.
W. E.~B~t~land, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASPU~AND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL ~MEETING
SEPTEMBER 6, 1960.
?h~ Comon Council of the City of Ashlamd met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. ~ayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel, Ward and Whitham present~
'The minutes of meetings of August 16 and 26, 1960 were read and approved as read.
Recorder read the recommendations of Police Chief Hays in regards to busstops requested by Evergreen Bus Lines
which are as follows: N.Main & Granite; Varsity Theatre, and Library. Chief Hays also recommended that a bus stop
be designated at the triangular park at Liberty Street and that stop signs be installed at Beach and Ashland Street
intersectj on. After some discussion, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that recommendations as made be accepted.
Carried unanimously.
Bills in the amount of $38,7OS.51.and Payrolls amounting to $39,O63.13 were presented for payment. Moved by Kerr,
~econded by Lewis, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry read Ordinance No. 1283'amending Ordinance No. 948 of the City of Ashland relating to traffic
r~gulat~ons by the addition of a new section permitting'the blocking or closing of city streets under certain con-
L~itions, and declaring an emergency. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that the rules be suspended and ordinance
Ipa~sed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second readingby Skerry, moved by
K~n-r, secondedby Peters, that Ordinance No. 1283 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
C~ty Supt. Biege! reported that a letter had been received from the B. K. Herrisen & Co. advising that the 1959-60
A~ditwill be completed by November 1, 1960 and cost of said audit to be $1,2OO.00.
Mayor Neill reported that ~r. Herman Kehrli, Executive Secretary of League of Oregon Cities, had met with several
d~ty officials last week'and requested that clarification be made*in regards to definite proceedures in setting up
the long range ~lanning program as previously authorized. Mayor Neill requested that a joint dinner meeting of the
Council, Planning Commission, Economic Development Commission and the professional planners be held next week ~.
John Reed, Chairman of the Planning Commission, to be in charge. After considerable discussion by members of the
Council and T~. Elliot MacCracken, member of the Planning Commission, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that dinner
m~eting with the three bodies and two planners, as stated above, be held as soon as possible with ~r. John Reed to
~e in charge of the meeting. Carried 5 to 1. Revel dissenting.
Attorney Skerryrequested authorization to draft a letter of sympathy to the widow and heirs of the late ~r. Harry
~orris, former councilman of the City of Ashland. Authorization so granted.
A~torney Skerry presented for council acceptance as easement given by Howard S. and Margaret P. Wiley, for sewer
Sine purposes on Skycrest Drive. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that easement be accepted. Carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry presented a resolution authorizing and directing the repair of the sidewalks on North and East
~in Streets from the intersectdon of Siskiyou Blvd. and E.Main St. to the intersection of N.Main Street and Church
and Helman Streets after the publication of ten days notice to the adJoin~ng property o~ners. ~oved by Lewis, seconde
by Peters, that the rules be suspended and resolution passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried
unanimously. After second reading by Skerry, moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that Resolution be adopted. On
R0il Call, carried unanimously~
Attorney Skerry read a Resolution relating to the proposed construction of bitulithic pavement, curbs and gutters on
portions of twelve streets named in said resolution. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that the rules be Suspended
a~d resolution passed to second reading by title'only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading, moved
by Levds, seconded byPeters, that ResOlution be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry next read Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Recorder to execute, for and on behalf of th
City of Ashland, that certain agreement dated August 26, 1960, between the City of Ashland and Wm. A. Sutton and Jack
D~ Pumphrey, doing business as Sutton-Pumphrey Co., and appertaining to the leasing of a portion of the City Warehous
property for signs and giving an optio~ to the lessees to p~rchase the city warehouse property for $35,000.00. Moved
by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that the rules be suspended and resolution passed to second reading by title only. On
Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by Skerry, ~oved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that Resolution be
· adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
~r. Robert Voris requested the vacation of part of an alley located between Auburn and Fairview and Union and G~esham
Streets. After discussion and study of maps of said alley, moved byRe~el, seconded by Ward, that City Attorney draft
an ordinance ~for said vacation, subject to investigation of Fire Committee, and calling for a hearing. Ordinance to b
presented at nextCouncil meeting. Carried unanimously.
There being no iktrther business, moved by Peters, seconded by Ward, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of the
Mayor.
Oregon.
R. ei ~, Mayor of Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL ~ETING
SEPTEraSER 20, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. ~yor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel, Ward and Whitham present.
The minutes of meeting of September 6, 1960 were read and approved as read.
Recorder read the minutee of Planning Commission meeting of September 12, 1960. Moved by Lewis, seconded by 1Tnitham,
that re~d~t be acce~ted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Regular Business was suspended-at t~a~ time to hear from Dr. John B~adshaw, Chairman of Ashland-Talent United
Fund. Dr. Bradshaw commented on the lack of cooperation by city employees in the past United Fund drives and
suggested that the ~ayor and Council give a word 0f encouragement supporting participation in this cause. Dr.
Bradshaw introduced ~. G. R. Durham, Oregon Representative of the United Fund, who gave a short talk exemp-
lifying the merits of the United Fund. City Attorney Skerry read a proposed proclamation urging the employees
and citizens of Ashland' to support the 4th annual UDited Fund drive which will be conducted from September
26 thru October 3, 1960. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that the Council endorse the above proclamation of
t.~yor Neill urging the partigipation of city employees and citizens of Ashland in this cause. Carried unanimously.
Due to the large crowd in attendance, the balance of meeting was transferred to the old council chambers in
order that all present could be comfortably seated.
The hour of 8:00 PM having arrived, public hearing was now held in regards to the proposed curb and paving of
the following streets:
(1)
Hillview Drive from Siskiyou Blvd. to Peachy Lane. City Supt. Biegel presented a petition signed by
8 ~rop~rty owners requesting the'improvements and a petition with ~ property o~mers signatures opposing
the improvements. Father Walsh, C.~.Corry'and C. W. Davis spoke for the improvements and Attorney Ain-
sworth speaking on behalf of ~iss Beewick and Nr. &~rs. Samford, and ~s. Floyd Samford s~oke in
onposition to the proposed improvements. Mrs. Stamford stated'that inasmuch as they own property on
nearly one whole side of the street, the financial burden would be too great for them to handle. City
Supt. Biegel, at the request of Councilman Revel, stated that said street requires grading a~ least 6
tdmes a year and no major everhaul has been made on this street in the past 5 or 6 years. Following
further discussion by all concerned, mo~ed by Lewis, secended by Kerr, that Hillview Drive not be im-
proved at this time. On Roll Call, Kerr Lewis and Peters voted for the motion and Revel, Ward and
ll~itham voted'against the motien. ~yor Neill stated that inasnmCh as 2/3 majority could net beattained
even w~th his vote, ~e weuld vote for the motion.
(2) Normal Avenue from Highway 66 to S. P. right of way. No objections being presented, moved by Peters,
seconded by Ward, that improvements be ordered in. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
(3) Clark St. to Walker Avenue. No objections being presented, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that
improvements be ordered in. On Roll 0all, carried unanin~usly.
(4) South l~untain Avenue from Pleasant Way to Prospect. No objections being prssented, movedby Peters,
seconded by Lewis, that improvements b& ordered in. On Rell Call, carried unanimously.
(5) Prospect Street from South T~untain Avenue to Elkader. No objections being presented, moved b~ Peters,
seconded byWhitham, that'improvements be ordered i~. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
(6) Gresham from Fairview~to Iowa. No objections being presented, moved ~y Revel, seconded by Kerr, that
improvements be ordered in. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
(7) Auburn from Iowa to Gresham. No objections beingpresented, moved by Whitham, seconded by Peters, that
improvements be ordered in. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
(8)
Wimer f~om Sc. Drive to Chestnut. ~. Flood protested the improvement mainly on the method of the City
in regards as to who shall pay for said improvements. Councilmen Peters and Revel stated that inasmuch
as this will be one of the entrances to the new hospital they felt the street should be improved. Moved
by Lewis, seconded ~ Peters, that improvements be ordered in. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
(9)
Scenic Drive from Maple to curve south of Manzanita. D~. Stemple questioned the width of the proposed
paving and Also whether the sidewalk would hav~ to be removed. After discussion of the matter:, moved by
Kerr, seeonded by Lewis, that matter be referred to Street Committee and to report at next meeting.
Carried unanimously.
(10) Roek from Coolidge to Maple. No objections being presented, moved by Peters, seconded by.Kerr, that
improvements be ordered in. On Roll Call, carried ~nanimously.
(n)
Coolidge from Rock to Sc. Drive. Mr. Magnus protested the proposed improvement and Mr. Vori~ requested
to know if trees would be cut on curb line. After some discussion, mo*ed by Peters, seconded .by Revel,
that improvements be ordered in. On Roll Call, carried urmnimously.
(le)
Naple from N.Main to Chestnut. City Supt. Biegel stated that width of street would be 34 feet but
Hospital Site and additional lO' set back would be made so traffic would not be impeded. ~r. 'SChoonover
stated that inasmuch as paving was already in on said street he felt that he should not be assed again.
It was pointed out that old oil paving does e~ist and that property owners on this street would be given
credit for this old assessment against the new curb and paving costs. ~. Borosack protested the in-
stallation of curb and gutter although he approved of the paving. After considerable discussion, moved
by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that matter be referred to Street Con~nittee. Carried unanimously.
Hearing was now held regarding the proposed vacation of alley between Union and Gresham Streets. Councilman L~Fis
stated that the Fire Committee had investigated the matter and found it would create no problem from standpoint of
~ire protection. George Thomas and Ivan Ferrislboth protested the proposed vacation on the grounds that no access
would be available to the rear of the property at ~O2 Fairview St. Mr. Elliot ~cCracken stated that he felt the
alley should not be closed inasmuch as it has been in existence at least 40 years. After considerable discussion,
moved by Peters, seconded by Lewis, that vacation not be granted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
~r. B~b Vcris, speaking on behalf of Nr. C. L. McGuire, requested water and sewer service to property l~cated on
~t~ry Jane Avenue outside city limits. Mr. Vcris was advised to notify ~. T~TcGuire that such services would be
available only after property is annexed to the city.
Following study of City Department reports for the month of August 1960, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that
reports be accepted and placed on file.
City Attorney Skerry requested that hearing be set for the requested vacation of a triangular parcel of land
lqcated at Ashland and Indiana Sts. Moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that hearing for the above vacation be
set for 8:00 PM October ~4, 1960. Carried unan!meusly.
Discussion was held regarding proposed zoning of Emigrant Lake area. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Ward, that City
Attorney Skerry~rite a letter to the County Planning Commission offering the assistance of the Ashland Planning
Commission and Economic DeveloRment Commission in planning the proposed zoning of the Emigrant Lake recreational
area. Carried unanimously.
Councilman Revel reported tha~ the Economic Development Commission has ~quested a map of the Industrial Area
of the city. City Supt. Biegel~stated a copy would be furnished.
Dr. Arthur Kreisman, Chairman of the Hospital Board, and Administrator Robert Flyran requested that a fund of
~500.00 be established for expenses other than construction to purchase books, association memberships and etc..
The question was brought up regarding the legality of the-Council giving money to the Hoard from the Hospital
Bond Sinking Fund. Mayor Neill asked Attorney Skerry who is to build the Hospital. Attorney Skerry stated that
the ultimate responsibility for all costs of the hospital, including construction, lies with the Council inas-
much as the bonds w~re ~issued by the City, all bids must be formally let by the Council as well as authorizing
all disbursement of i]~nds. Following further discussion, M~. Kreisman stated he felt that the Hospital Board was
doing a service by taking a load off the Council in construction matters. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that
$500.00 fund be set up as requested on loan from the Electric Fund. On Roll Call, carried 5 to 1. Peters
dissenting.
City Supt. Bie~,eI reported that Mrs. Charles Accord, 1854 Nighway 66, has offered to sell property 50 X 399 to
the City for $ 0OO.00. Property is adjacent to old Mausoleum and would be of great value to the City for cemetery
purposes. Following considerable discussion, moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that matter be referred to
Cemetery and Realty Committees for investigation. On Roll Call, carried 4 to 2. Peters and Ward dissenting.
Following fllrther discussion regarding the immediate purchase of this property, Revel requested his vote be
changed to no, thus resulting in a tie vote. T~ayor Neill then voted no which defeated the motion.
Moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, lt~a~ purchase of Accord property for $6,000.O0*be authorized. OuRell Call,
~'~m;~iedunanimouSly, *(Due'to the misquote of $6,000.00 instead of $6,500.00 as correct price of property, City
Supt. Biegel polled the Mayor and Council Wednesda AM September 21, 1960 of this correction. Unanimous approval
so granted to purchase said property for $6,500.O~.
City Attorney Skerry presented a new lease agreement from Sutton and Pumphrey, on the old city warehouse, requesting
that clause restricting installation of service station on the property be changed from "forever" to 3 years.
After considerable discussion, moved by Ward, seconded by Peters, that restriction on service station be changed
to 5 years. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
The tax agreement clause in said agreement is to'be discussed further by legal consuls of both parties.
There being no further business, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that meeting adjourn subject to the call
of the Mayor.
w~., E telt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGUIJ~R COUNCIL ~E..ETING
OCTOBER 4, 1960.
T$1eCemmon Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PN this date. Mayor Neill presided.
~ncilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel, Ward and Whitham present;
The minutes of meeting of September 20, 1960 were read and approved as read.
TMe minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of October 3, 1960 were read. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham,
that minutes be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
T~e recommendation of the Planning Commission in regards to the restriction of 'service stations on Siskiyou Blvd.
was given serious consideration by the ~yor and Council at this time. After considerable discussion, City Attorney
~Skerry was ordered to prepare an Ordinance for Planning Commission consideration restricting service station. con-
struction from Helman St. south to City Limits.
Bills tn-the amount of $107,762.47 and Payrolls amounting to $35,099.96 were presented for payment. Moved by Whitham,
seconded by Revel, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. UpOn Ro~l Call, carried unanimously.
~ayor Ne~ll suspended regular bus~ness at this time to h~ar from Dr. Christian Hald, Pres. of Lincoln School PTA.
~. Held presented a two page transcript of the PTA's comments and suggestions for improving and correcting the haz-
ardous traffic conditions at the intersection of Beach, Morse, Iowa and Siskiyou Boulevard. Of the several suggested
changes listed, Dr. Held requested that immediate emergency action be given to (1) Uniformed Traffic Official be
assigned to this intersection at the following times: 8:15 AN to 8:45 AN and 2:30 PM to 3:45 PM. (2) That the State
be asked to change the traffi~ signals so that all vehicular traffic comes to a stop and all the pedestrians move
at one time. After considerable discussion by the l~yor, Council, Dr. Hald and Police Chief Hays, moved by Whitham,
seconded by Peters, that the emergency move be put into effect immediately, Traffic Committee ~o over the other sug-
gestions as outlined and City Supt. Biegel contact the State regarding traffic signal change. Carried unanimously.
Upon resumption of regular business, hearing was held for the proposed vacation of a small triangular tract of land
l~cated at Ashland and Indiana Streets. No objections b~ing presented, City Attorney Skerry read Ordinance No. 1284
pertaining to said vacation. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Revel, that the rules be suspended and ordinance passed to
second reading by title only. Carried 5 to 1. Lewis dissenting~ After second reading by Skerry, moved by Revel,
seconded by Kerr, that Ordinance No. 1284 be adopted. Carried 5 to 1. Lewis dissenting.
Comucilman Peters, Chairman of the Street Committee, reported that after inspection of T~aple Street and Sc. Drive,
the committee recommends that curb, gutter and paving be ordered in on Maple from N.I,~in to Chestnut and Sc. Drive
from Wimer to Maple. After some discussion regarding proposed inmrovement of So. Drive from Wimer to curve South o~
Manzanita, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that streets as recommended by the Street Committee be ordered in.
Carried unanimously.
Mr. and ~rs. Shepherd of Gresham St. presented. a petition opposing the curb and paving of Gresham St. from Fairview
to Iowa. A~ter some discussion, moved by Revel, seconded by Kerr, that petition be referred to the Street Committee
for further investigation and report back at next meeting. Carried unanimously.
\
Mr. Jack Pumphrey of Sutton and Pumphrey, o~vners of the ~ark Antony Hgtel, requested additional patron
unloading space in front of the hotel on E.Nain St. by the removal of one parking meter and that curb on 1st
St. from E.Main to Hotel Parkihg Lot be designated as a passenger unloading zone. After some discussion,
moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that parking meter be removed on E.Main St. and that First St. curb be
designated as unloading zone for passengers as requested. Carried unanimously.
A petition containing 16 signatures requesting that the intersection of Liberty and Ashland Sts. be made a
4 way ston was presented for council consideration. Petition referred to Traffic Committee.
City Supt. Biegel presente~ a petition for the curb and paving of ~ary Jane Avenue. Moved by Lewis, seconded
by Peters, that hearing for the above improvement be set for 8:00 PM October 18, 1960. Carried unanimously.
Biegel presented a petition for the,paving of an alley located between Palm and Mountain Avenue from Siskiyou
to Iowa Street. Moved by Revel, seconded ~y Lewis, that hearing for the above be set for 8:00 PM Octobe~ 18,
1960. Carried unanimously.
There being no further business, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that meeting adjourn subject to -the call
of the ~ayor.
· Nei~l, Mayor o Oregon
THE' CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL Tg~T~NG
OCTOBER ~8, 1960.
The Common Council of the Cdty of ~shland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. ~,~yor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel and V~hitham present. Absent: Ward.
The minutes of meeting of October 4, 1960 were read and approved as read.
Recorder presented the renewal Liquor License Anplications of 0mar's Inc. and Ashland Elks Club for council en-
dorsement. ~bved by Kerr, seconded by Whitham, that endorsement of Omar's Inc. for renewal application be granted.
On Roll Call, carried 3 to 1. Lewis dissenting. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Wh~tham, that endorsement of Ashland
Elks for renewal application be granted. On Roll Call, carried unandmously.
Recorder read a letter from the Western Oil and Gas Association requesting an opport~nity to discuss wi~h 6he
council the proposed ordinance which will prohibit the construction of service stations on some of the principal
streets in ~shland. Following discussion, moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that a representative of the
Association be invited to attend the next regular meeting of the council on November l, 1960 for discussion of this
matter. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a letter from r~. Harry Rees, 171 Wightman St., demanding that a low fence on the adjoining property,
which extends 5 to 6 feet on city property, be ~emoved and also that a high fence on the same property be moved
back to the property line. City Supt. Biegel and Attorney Skerry stated that ~J~. Bulkley will be notified to remove
the small fence. During discussion re~arding the large fence, City Attorney Skerry stated that an encroachment of
approximately 2 feet do~s exist on said fence. Moved by Peters, seconded by Revel, that the large fence be moved
back to property line. Carried unanimously. '
Recorder read a petition signed b~ Vern and Evel~m Norwood and Vern and Clara Smith requesting annexation of lots
33 and 34 and the north 150' of Lot 32, Bellrue Tract to the City. Noved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, that petition
be referred to th~ Plannin~ Com~sion. Carried unanimously·
Recorder read a letter from Mr. Karl ~. V~indbigler requesting water connection for a new home under construction
located on upper Walker Avenue outside city limits. Mr. Briggs, speaking for ~. Windbigler, stated tha~ construction
was started approximately four years ah6 and that ~. Windb~ gler was under the impression at that time that city
water would be available.
The hour of 8:00 PM having arrived, Public Hearing was held re~arding the paving of alley be~tween Mt. ~ve. and P~lm
running from Siskiyou Blvd. to Iowa Street. ~. Dexter Woodworth stated he had a petition signed by 5 of the 8
property owners on said alley favoring the improvement although footage was just short of 50%. ~,~. Grossman owner of
HO0' frontage spoke in opposition to the improvement. During discussion of the matter, Councilman Lewis stated that
he favored paving of all ~treets and alleys but felt that the majority of the footage should be the deciding~factor.
~ved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that hearing be adjourned until next meeting November 1, 196Oat 8:0OPM-
Carried unanimously.
Hearing was now held regarding the proposed curb and paving of ~ry Jane Avenue. No objections be presented, moved
by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that imnrovements be ordered in. Carried unanimously.
Moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that the matter of opening of a street from ~./~ry Jane Ave. to the vicinity of
Nezla St. be give~ to the Planning Commission for consideration. Carried unanimously.
Discussion was now resumed regarding the request of Mr. Windbigler for city water and during the discussion the
present policy of wate~ to outside city limits requests was given consideration. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters,
that request be referred to the Water Committee.' Carried unanimously.
Department reports for the month of September 1960 were p~esented for council study and discussion. Moved by Peters,
seconded by Revel, that reports be accepted and placed on file. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Cennc~an Peters, Chairma~ of Street Committee, stated that the committee Had investigated Gresham St. fro~ Iowa
to Fairview and felt that curb'and paving should be done but rsco~nends that it be held up'~ntil~ next spring. ~ved
'by Peters, seconded by Revel, that the improvement of above street be he~d in abeyance unt$! next spring. Carried
unandmously.
~ved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that one stop sign be installed on Ashland St. westbound only,'at inter~ect~on
n~ ~ch ~nd Ashland Sts., and two stop oigns be installed on A~hland Street at intersection of Liberty and Ashland.
Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel reported that the State is making a check on traffic signal at Beach Siskiyou as requested by
Lincoln PTA and that the work cn the Iowa St. extension is now under way.
Biege~ presented a petition for the curb and paving of Sumunit St., one block in length between Hillcrest and Terrace.
· Property is ownedby two parties, both of equal frontage, but that only one wished the street to be improved. Biegel
s~cated that due to steephess of the street maintenance on same is requined al'ter every rain. Following discussion,
moved by Lewis, seconded by Whitham, tbat hearing for the curb and paving of Summit St. be set for 8:00 PL~,
· November l, 1960. Carried unanimously.
~l~' Kneebone of Orandvdew Drive was present and requested that several streets be named which r~n from and to
G~andview Drive. Followin~ study. of map of said section, moved by Peters, seconded by Revel, that Cit~ Attorney
prepare a Resolution naming the streets as req~ested. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
iGity Attorney Skerry stated that the right of way agreement for the extension of Iowa St. on a year to year basis
~tould be presented at ne~t council meeting.
City Attorney Skerry presented the ~roposed ordinance prohibiting service station construction on certain streets in
the city. Following discussion, it was decided that part oE business section of Siskiyou Blvd. from the intersection
of E.~in and Siskiyou southeasterly to city limits and Ashland St. or Hi~jnway 66 would be prohibited for service
station construction. Noved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that public heardnge for the proposed ordinance be set for
8:00 PM October 31, 1960 for the ?lanning Commission and 8:00 P~IY November l, 1960 for the city. On Roll Call,
~arried unanimously. ~ ~
Discuss~on was now entered into regarding the inability to supply a undformed traffic o~ficer at Beach Street traffic
· ~lightat all times as requested by the Lincoln School PT~. The Traffic Committee will meet with Police Chief Hays
for fUrther study o~ this matter and City Attorney Skerry was instructed to confer with Dr. Hald and School Supt.
Jobe re~ardinE the present situation.
There being no further business, moved b~ Lsvism seconded by Revel, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the Mayor.
: R.. shland, Oregon
, r+: Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOVD~ER 1, 1960.
The Comon Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. E'ayor Neill presided.
CoUncilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel andWard present. Absent: Whirham.
Th~e,.minutes of meeting of OctOber 18, 196Owere read and approved as read.
Recorder read a petition containip~ 41 signatures, requesting to restrict parking of vehicles to the West Side only
cr prohibit all parking on Indin~* Street from Siskiyou Blvd. to 10 feet south of Madeone Street. After some discuss~
moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that request for no parking signs on East side of Indian St. from Siskiyou Blvd.
to 10 feet South of Madrone Street be ordered in. Carried unanimously.
Recorder presented a petition containing 7 signatures of residents on a new street connecting the south end of Ray
Lane with the south end of Lit Way (running by a small lake), requesting that City name said street, Lakeview Drive.
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that petition be referred to Street Committee. Carried unanimously.
.~.e~der next read the minutes of Planning Commission hearing and meeting of October 31, 1960. Moved by Kerr, seconds
by Revel, that reports of Planning Commission be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Liquor License renewal applications for council endorsement were presented from the following: u~k Antony Hotel,
Greyhound Tavern and Cooks Reception. Moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that the above applications be endorsed.
Carried unanimously.
Bills in the amount of $41,811.61 and Payrolls amounting to $33,686.44 were presented for payment. Moved by Peters,
seconded by Kerr, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried umanimously.
Councilman Revel, Chairman of Water Committee, reported that the committee recomends that Windbigler property be
taken into the city and that matter be referred to Planning Commission.
Following suspension of regular business, Mr. Que Jam~son suggested that crosswaRs be installed on Indiana St. for
l~=:~ndent traffic. Matter referred to Traffic Committee.
Due to the fact that the next regular council meetingwill occur during the time of the League of Oregon Cities
Convention in Salem, moved by Peters, seconded by Ward, that date of next meeting be set for November 22, 1960.
CArried unanimously.
Upon resumption of regular business, the hearing was continued on the proposed paving of alley running from Siskiyou
~lvd. to Iowa St. between Mr. Ave. and Palm. Mr. Carl Grossman, 263 Palm, protested the proposed paving and contended
that action on this improvement sheuld have sto~ped at last meeting inasmuch as required majority of frontage had not
been acquired. ~r. Grossman contended fUrther that said alley should be maintained by the City. Mr. Woodworth stated
that imasmach of the majority now favored the paving, the work should be done before bad weather sets in. After con-
siderable discussion of the matter, moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that paving of alley be ordered in. On Roll
..~.all, motion defeated 3 to 2. Kerr, Peters and Ward dissenting. Mr. Woodworth stated that he could not understand the
action taken bythe Council inasmuch as all previous petitions presented with majority in favor of any improvement
had been ordered in, also that any lengthy delay new would make it practically impossible to pave said alley. M~. Lee
Ammerman, 415 Holly, stated that he was amazed by this action taken by the Council.
Public Hearing was now held for the curb and paving of Summit St. from Hillcrest to Terrace. No objections being pre-
sented, moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that work be ordered in. Carried unanimously.
At this time Councilman Ward requested that his vote on the alley improvement Roll Call be changsd to Yes vote.
The necessary 2/3 majority still lacking, moved by Peters, seconded by Lewis, that action be tabled and hearing
be continued at next council meeting to be held November 22, 1960. Carried unanimously.
Hearing was now held on the proposed ordinance prohibiting construction of garages and service stations in the
.Business District adjoining either side of Ashland Street (Hwy 66) and adjoining either side of Siskip Blvd.
from its intersection with E.Main St. southeasterly to the City limits. Following reading of Ordim~nce No. 1285
by City Attorney Sker~y, Mr. Carl Lowe, Northwest representative of major gasoline association, protested passage
of said ordinance stating that it was discriminatory against the oil j, ndustry and also was not good economics.
Following comment by others present, moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that under a suspension of the rules,
ordinance be passed .to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by
Skerry, moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that Ordinance No. 1285 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Attorney Ske~Lx~ read a Resolution naming 3 streets running off of Grandview Drive as follows: Sunnyview, Orchard
and Westwood. Moved~y Lewis, seconded by Peters, that the rules be suspended and Resolution passed to second
reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by SkeW, moved by Lewis, se6onded
by Peters, that Resolution be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
City Supt. Bie~el requested that a loan of $6,000.00 be made from the Electric Fund to the Hospital Sond Sinking
Fund for interest payments until tax money comes in'. Moved by Revel, seconded by Kerr, that loan be granted.
On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Biegel re~orted that offer to sell additional property on Highway 66 fro Cemetery purposes had been received from
Mr. & Mrs. Sweem. Moved by Lowis, seconded by Ward, that matter be referred to Realty Committee. Carried unanimously,
Biegel requested permission to rent house on the recently acquired Accord proparty. Moved by Lewis, seconded by
Peters, that parmission be granted. Carried unanimously.
City Attorney Sker~ read Ordinance No. 1286 levying special benefit assessments in the amount of $58,267.39 in
the matter of curbs and paving in Street Improvement District No. 26. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that under
a suspension of the rules, Ordinance be passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
After second reading by Skerry, moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that Ordinance No. 1286 be adopted. On Roll
Call, carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry read a Resolution ordering the construction of bitulithic pavement, curbs and gutters on
Normal Ave. from Hwy 66 to Southern Pacific right of way, Clark St. from Garden Way to Walker Ave., S. Mr. Ave.
from Pleasant Way to Prospect St., Prospect St.. from S. Mt. Ave. to Elkader St., Auburn St. from Iowa to Gresham,
Wimer from Sc. Drive to Chestnut, Sc. Drive from ~aple to W~mer, Rock from Coolidge to Maple, Coolidge from Roc~
to Sc. Drive and Maple from N.Main to Chestnut. Moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that rules be s_uspended and
Resolution passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading, moved
by Revel, seconded by Peters, that Resolution be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Following discussion of a proposal by Councilman Revel that the city is in need of a Subdivision Ordinance within
the city limits, moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that City Attorney Skerry draft a subdivision ordinance for
presentation to the Planning Commission at their next meeting~ Carried unanimously.
There being no further business, moved' by Lewis, seconded by Ward, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of the
}~ayor.
W. L/.~B~B~rt~t~t~hland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
ADJOURNED OOUNCtL ~'i'ING
NOFEMB~I~ 17, 1960.
The Common Council of. the City of Ashland met in adJourned session at 5:00 PM this date. Mayor NeLll presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, l~w~a,a~d~m~t~w6 1~i~Maao~resent. lbsent: Revel.
The Council proceeded to canvass the official abstract o£.votes of the election of November 8, 1960. Upon com-
pletion of the canvass, the following offices to be filled are as follows:
MAYOR - Richard L. Neill, 4 years
COUNCILMEN _ Esm~t Whirham, D~an~ Baker and George Ward, 4 years
RECORDER _ W. E. Barfelt, 2 years
TREASURE - Paul R. Finnell, 2 years
PARK COMMISSIOEr~2 _ Eldon Scripter and Frank Barnthouse, 4 years
Moved by Peters, seconded by Lowis, that the above canvass of votes be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
Recorder presented renewal Liquor License applications. from the following: White House Market; South Sidle JA~ket
and the Log Cabin. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that endorsement of White House Market and Log Cabin appli-
cations be granted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that endorsen~nt of South Side Market application be granted. On Roll Call,
carried 4 to 1. Lewis dissenting.
There being no further .business, moved by Ward, seconded by Kerr,. that meeting adjourn subject to the call of the
rl~yor.
W. ~. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland, Oregon
R. L. Neill, Mayor of Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND ORE6ON
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 22, 1960.
· L~ Common Council of t~e City of Ashland met in reg-lar session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Revel and Whitham present. Absent: Ward.
The minutes of .meetings of No~mber 1 and 17, 1960 w~re read. Revel requested that minutes of November 1, 1960
be corrected to read "need of subdivision Ordinance within city limits, rather than Just need of subdivision
ox~li~ance inasmuch as ordinance now in effect covers annexed territory. Minutes approyed.with correction so~' made.
Recorder presented for council endorsement the renewal liquor license application of the Bohemian Club located at
347 E.Main Street. Moved by Whitham, seconded by Kerr, that endorsement be granted. On Roll Call, carried unanimousl~
Roeorder read a letter from Mrs. Jewel Thompson stating she was not in favur of paving the alley running by the
property owned by Delta Love, inasmuch as she holds contract on Love property.
Recorder read a lette= from the First Presbyterian Church requesting the vacation of 23 feet of Clark St. from
Walker Avenue to southeasterly corner of church property in order to provide ample off street parking area. Moved
by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that request be referred to Street Committee. Carried 4 to 1. Revel dissenting.
A request for city water on property outside city limits adjacent to Normml Ave. was presented in a letter from
~r. & Mrs. B. K. Yorton. Moved by Peters, seconded by Lewis, that request be referred to Water Committee.
Car~r~ed unanimously.
Recorder read a letter from the Ashland Chamber of Commerce requesting the follo~ug:
(1) Additional Christmas Tree be placed in the landscapedarea by the Fire Station.
(2) $75.00 be given towards purchase of lights for said tree.
(3) Permission to place small fir trees in flag holes on sidewalk in business district.
MOved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that requests of Chamber be granted. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read a letter from Pastor R. L. Co~wall, Assembly of C~d Church, located at 485 Siskiyou Blvd., requesting
that crosswalk be established directly opposite front door with proper curb and traffic markings; movable signs to
read "Church Zone - Speed 20 Miles PHR; and periodic checks be made by Police to enforce speed limit in the need of
added safety fro~ the traffic on Siskiyou Blvd.. Moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that matter be referred to the
Traffic Committee for r. ecommendationI and that State be contacted in regards to this situation, also that Recorder
advise Pastor Cornwall of this action. Carrie. d unanimously.
The minutes of meeting of Planning Cos~nission of November 21, 1960 were read. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters,
that minutes be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Qe~truction bills for Sewage Plant in the amount of $22,491.99 and New Hospital in the amount of $25,906.50 were
~fpre~ented for council approval. Moved by Peters, seconded by Wbitham, that bills be ordered paid~ On Roll Call,
carried unanimously.
l~T~e hour of 8:00 PM having arrived, the hearing regarding the proposed paving of alley running from Siskiyou to
Iq~a between Palm and Mr. Ave. was continued from last meeting. Following considerable discussion by parties con-
cerned, moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that alley be ordered paved. On Roll Call, carried 3 to 2. Kerr and
Peters dissenting. Lacking 2/3 majority, request for paving denied. Kerr and ~eters felt that an alley was not in
a~aesame classification as a street inasmuch as width being'only 16, and that paving should require 1OO% endorsement.
Lewis stated that improvement of alley wasjust.as important as a street and could see no reason for 1OO% endorsement
Revel contended that if at least 75% of property owx,ers wished the i~rovement, footage should not be considered.
City De~t. Reports for the month of Qctober, 1960, were presented for coancil study and approval. Moved byWnitham,
seconded by Peters, that the October reports be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Councilman Revel, Chairman o~ Traffic Committee, reported that loqation of crosswalks requested on Indiana St. had
been referred to the college and that said crosswalks have now been installed.
The matter of.the re-naming of Jackson S~. to Lak. eview Drive, as previousl~ requested by petition, was brought up by
Councilman Peters, Chairman of Street Committee. Following some discussion, moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that
Resolution changing name of said street be referred to Planning Commission. Carried unanimously.
Councilman Lewis reported that appraisals had been made for the Realty Co~ttee of certain properties under consid-
eration for cemetery expansion and moved that City Supt. Biegel negotiate with Mr. Sweem for a more favorable price
on property offered for sale. Secondedby Kerr. Carried UDAnimoUSly.
Following discussion of the Johnson and Leach properties which are also being considered for cemetery purposes,
moved by Peters, seconded by Lewis, that City Supt. investigate costs of these properties. Carried ~nanimously.
Revel suggested that present cemetery property adjacent to Walker School be given study in regards to possible sale
in the t~ture if the development of this area seems not feasible.
City Attorney SkeA~ reported that no inheritance taxwill be charged on the $10~000.00 bequest of ~rs. Brainerd
'"to the City for hos~Atal purposes. ~r. Skerx-y stated that the State had acknowledged his brief to the effect that
the bequest was charitable in nature. ~ayor Neill commended Attorney Skerry fqr his efforts on the matter.
Mayor Neill presented t~e recommendations of ~he Hospital Hoard in regards to installation of automatic telephone
system for the new hospital. Following some discussion, it was recommended that a special committee consisting of
Co~cilman Lewis and Peters, City Supt. Biegel and a representative of the Telephone Co. go into further investigatiol
of the proposed system.
T~ere being no further .business, moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the Mayor.
W. E. Bertelf, Reqorder Ashland, Oregon
R. of Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHIAND OREGON
ADJOURNED COUNCIL ~ING
DECE~B~ 1, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in adjourned session at 5:00 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilman Peters, Lewis and Ward were present. Biegel was appointed to act as Recorder for meeting.
The meeting was called te consider the purchase -of an accounting machine ~or the new hospital. It was ~ported
by Flynn, Hospital Administrator, that a National Cash Register, Class 32, was available at Redding Memorial
Hospital for $2,500.00. Flynn stated .that with this machine he would be able to save the price of one girl
in the office at the hospital; also that the machine would be used ~ull time. He also stated that National
Cash Register Co. would overhaul the machine prior to patting it into use at Ashland Hospital.
Discussion followed: Mayor Neill stated that E. G. Tischauser of the Hospital Board, had recommended the machine.
Ai~er discussion it was moved by Lewis, seconded by Ward, that the machine be purchased. On motion, carried
unanimously.
There being no further business the Council adjourned subject to the call of the Mayor.
/.~C~ Biegel, ActS,
Oregon
R.L. eill~ Mayor of Ashland, Oregon
THE CITY OF ASHLAND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL NEETING
D~CE~BE~ 6, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of AShland met in regular session at ?:30 ~M this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Kerr, Peters Lewis, Revel, Ward and Whitham present.
The minutes of meetings of November 22 and December 1, 1960 ~re read and approved as read.
Recorder presented rene,al Beverage License Applications fromHamby's Drive In and Oregon Food Stores for council
endorsement. Movedby Kerr, seconded byPeters,-that endorsement of Hamby's Drive In applicationbe granted. On
Roll Call, carried unanimously. Moved by Whitham, seconded by Peters, that endorsement of Oregon Food Store app-
lication be granted. On Roll Call, carried 5 to 1. Lewis dissenting.
Recorder read a letter from the City of Central Point inviting the Mayor and city officials to attend the open
house of the new City Hall to be held Saturday December 10, 1960, between the hours-of 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM.
Recorder read a letter from Mr. Arnold Bauder tendering his resignation as a member of the-Ashland Economic Devel-
opment Commission. Moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that City Attorney Skerry draft a Resolution in appreciation
of the services renderedby ~r. Bauder. Carried unanimously.
Mayor Neill proposed the name of Mr. Floyd Vogel to succeed ~r. Bauder as a member of the commission. Moved by
Lewis, seconded by Eerr, that the appointment of Mr. Vogel be confirmed. Carried unanimously.
Recorder read the report of the Planning Commission meeting of December 5, 1960. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis,
that report be accepted and placed on file. Carried unanimously.
Payrolls in the amount of $33,255.80 and Bills amounting to $81,789.26were presented for payment. Moved by Kerr,
seconded by Pet~s, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Councilman Peters reported that the Street Committee recommends that 23' of Clark St. be vacated for off street
parking purposes as petitioned by Presbyterian Church. Foll~wing discussion, moved by Peters, seconded by Ward,
that City Attorney prepare Ordinance for the vacation as recomended. Carried unanimously.
Councilman Revel renorted that no meeting of the Water Committee had been held regarding the request of Mr. Yorton
for water service outside of city limits due to the fact that present policy of the city does not allow for this
service. ~r. Revel stated that much study will be required on these request and should coincide with a~nexation
policies. No action taken.
~. Revel stated that he personally had observed the traffic problem at the Assembly of God Church on Siskiyou
Blvd. and that northbound traffic is a problem. City Supt. Biegel ~tated that a state man will be down next week
for study of this situation.
City Supt. Biegel requested that four windows at the City Hall be decorated for ChristmaS. A local painting firm
will do the decorating for $15.00. After Soma discussion, moved by Whftham, seconded by Revel, that city enter
into the Christmas spirit and authorize the expenditure of $15.00 for the decorating. On Roll Call, carried unanimous
Mayor Neill reported that many requests have been made for a 5 ~inute parking space at the City Mall for customers
paying utility bills~ After some discussion, meted by Revel, seconded~by Peters, that a 5 minute parking ache be
established near the City Hall. Carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry read a resolution changing the name of Jackson Street to Lit Way. Original request was to change
name to Lakeview Drive but petitioners endorsed the recommendation of the Planning Commission that ~he street be
considered an extension of Lit Way. Moved by Kerr, seconded by Lewis, that the rules be suspended and Resolution
passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by Skerry, moved
by Peters, seconded by Lewis, that the Resolution be adopted. On R~ll Call, carried unanimously.
City Attorney Skerry read Ordinan~ No. 1287, providing for the licensing of dance halls within the City of Ashland,
providing for penalties for ~he violation thereof, and declaring an emergency. Recent disturbances at certain est-
ablishments has necessitated the irmmediate need of the above ordinance. After considerable discussion, moved by
Peters, seconded by Kerr, that the rules be suspended and Ordinance passed to second reading by title only. On Roll
Call, carried unanimously with reservations by Lewis and Ward. After second reading by Skerry, moved by Revel,
seconded by Peters, that Ordinance No. 1287 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
There bedng no further business, moved by Kerr, seconded by Peters, that meeting adjourn subject to the call
of the .~ayor.
W.E. Recorder Ashland, . Oregon
THE CITY OF AS}HiND OREGON
REGULAR COIFNCIL ~-i'ING
DECEMBER 30, 1960.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. ~ayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Lewis, 4~evel, Peters and Ward present. Absent: Kerr and Whitham.
The minutes of meeting of December 6, 1960were read and approved as read.
Department reports for the month of November, 1960were presented for council study and approval. Moved by Peters,
sesonded by Lewis, that reports B~ accepted and nlaced on file. Carried unanimously.
City Supt. Biegel reported on the meeting of December 19, 1960 with the Talent Irrigation District which was attended
by City Attorney Skerry and himself. Purpose of meeting was for discussion of terms and charges for acquiring add-
itional water from the district. Following considerable discussion by all members of the council, it was agreed to
let the matter stand under present contract conditions until further terms and conditions are set up. Moved by Lewis,
seconded by Peters, that report be accepted and matter referred to Water Committee for further study. Carried unanimc
Biegel reported on the recommendations of the State of Oregon in regards to school crossing hazards at Beach St.
and Walker Ave. which are as follo'.~:
(1) City & state relocate existing crosswalk. Changes in traffic signals estimated to cost $150.00.
Costs be shared equallyby City & State.
(2) City install concrete median surface and protective handrail at point where crosswalk crosses the
median. City will do this item and-pay for all costs.
(3) Signal controller at intersection be revised to provide an all-red interval before the beginning
of the 'WALK" indication-for children crossing Siskiyou Boulevard. Estimated cost $2,OO0.OOwhich
should be shared eqUally by the City and the State..
(4) Crossings across ~he Pacific and Greensprings Highways at Walker Ave. do not warrant the installation
of traffic signals, but the State will furnish flashing beacons and 36" overhead "SCI~OL CROSSING
STOP IF OCCUPIED. signs. City to make installation and care for future maintenance and power consumption.
Following discussion of the above recommendations, Biegel stated that items 1 and 3 were being taken up with Mr.
Jobs, Supt. of Schools for discussion with the ~ooard. Moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that railin~ and the
signs for Walker Ave. be ordered in as recommended. Carried unanimously.
Bisgel next reported that a letter had been received from the State in which they do not recommend the installation
of a crosswalk as requested by the Assembly of God Church. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Ward,, that City Supt. Biegel
advise Pastor Cornwall by letter of this action. Carried unanimously.
Oity Attorney Skerry reported that Ordinance and notices have been prepared for the vacation of 23' of Clark St. as
petitioned, and requested that hearin~ be set for ~anuary 3, 1961. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that hearing
for the vacation of a portion of Clark St. be set for 8:00 PN, January 3, 1961. Carried unanimously.
A4~orney Skerry read a Resolution directed to the United States Forest Service, anproving the proposed development
of a ski area and resort on Nt. Ashland, provided, however, that none of the sewage facilities established shall be
permitted to discharge sewage into the Ashland Water Shed. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that the rules be
suspended and Resolution passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second
~eading by Skerry, moved by Peters, seconded by Ward, that Resolution be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that City Attorney Skerrybe directed to draft a letter from the Mayor and Council
signifying its enthusiastic support of this project. Letter to accompany the above Resolution. Carried unanimously.
City Attorney Ske~-y read a Resolution expressing to ~r. Arnold Bauder the appreciation of the Common Council for his
service on the Economic Development Commission and Ashland Hospital Board. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Revel, that
under a suspension of the rules, the Resolution be passed to second reading by title only. On Roll Call, carried
unanimously. After second reading, moved by Revel, seconded by Peters, that Resolution be adopted. On Roll Call,
carried unanimously.
City Shpt. Biegel reported that the auditors have recommended machine bookkeepdng whenever possible and that a new
boughs Bookkeeping Machine can be purchased for $2,600.00. Machine sells for $4,586.20 and allowance of $1,986.20
will be given for old machine now in use. After some discussion, moved by Lewis, seconded by Peters, that City Supt.
be authorized to purchase said machine. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Councilman Revel requested that present Ordinance No. 1153, pertaining to sick leave of city employees be reviewed.
The above ordinance was adopted in 1952.
Councilman Lewis expressed the appreciation of the Mayor and Council to r~r. Revel for his past 4 years service
as a member of the council.
There being no further business, moved by Revel, seconded by Lewis, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the A~yor.
THE CITY OF ASHD1ND OREGON
REGULAR COUNCIL M~ETING
JANUARY 3, 1961.
The Common Council of the City of Ashland met in regular session at 7:30 PM this date. Mayor Neill presided.
Councilmen Baker, Kerr, Lewis, Peters, Ward and Whitham present.
Prior to the opening of the session, City Recorder Bartelt administered the oath of office to Mayor Neill and
Councilmen Baker, Ward and Whitham.
The minutes of meeting of December 20, 1960 were read and approved as read.
Mayor Neill presented his annual report of the "State of the City~ for 1960 and the Department Head appointments
for 1961 which are as follows:
MaYOR'S ~NNUALREPORT FOR 1960
To the Common C~uncil and Citizens of Ashland:
I herewith submit m~ annual r~po~t for 1960 together wi~h comments for the coming year~
The year 1960 brought many cha~ges to the City of Ashland. The people voted to construct a ~ew35 bed
hospital, construction of which has already started. The hospital should be completed this fall. This
w~ll gi~e the City of Ashland a fully equipped modern hospital.
The new sewage disposal plant for the Cit~ of Ashland is 50% completed and will be put into operation
in the late spring. This summer and fallwewill construct a new pumping plant and trunk line ~ewer to
relieve the overloaded present trunk line.
The +now Junior high school is now in operation and is helping relieve the crowded situation which ~as
plagued our schools.
Southern Oregon College has continued its growth. With the passage of Preposition 6 by the voters ~f
Oregon it should grow at an accelerated pace. This institution has contributed much to th~ economy of
Ashland and the entire valley.
The Oregon State Highway Commission is now purchasing ~ight of way for the now highway between Ashland
and Nedford. While actual work will not commence on the highway for another year the money spent in pur-
chasing rights of way will add to the economy of the valley.
Howard Prairie and Immt-grantDam are being made into recreation areas. With the possibility of an all
year around recreation area on Mt. Ashland. %shland is fast becoming a recreation center. The Shakespeare
Festival has continued to j~row and attract large audiences from far and wide.
With the opening of the Mark Antony }btel, Ashland now has tourist acco~odations better than those of
other cities of comparable size. Ashland also has very good auto courts and trailer accomodations.
During the year 1960 building permits totaling $1,533,158.GOwere issued. While this is less than the total
permits issued for 1959, the difference is mostly due ~o the three school permits issued in 1959.
During the year 1961 a nowwater line will be built to the west side of town which will improve service
to that area, and relieve existing lines that are in need of replacement.
I feel that we should take a new look at our annexation policy with the view of expanding our city limits.
With our now sewage disposal plant and improvements to our water system, we can accomodate a larger pop-
ulation.
All d~partments and commissions of the City have worked well, aS has been reflected in the growth of our
city. We have continued our program of street improvements and will continue our paving program in 1961.
I urge all citizens on unimproved streets to submit petitions for improvement of these streets so that
the ~rogram can be continued.
There are several large private enterprises now under construction or about to be constructed in Ashland.
These, together w~th the work laid out by various government agencies, all lead me to the belief that
Ashland will continue to prosper in 1961.
In conclusion I wish to thank the Council, the city employees, the press, the radio, and the citizens
who have helped in the growth of Ashland during the past year.
fu~ly~tted,.
R. L. ~eill
Mayor of Ashland
Chief o~ Police
Fire Chief
Cemetery Supt.
Water Supt.
City &Electric Supt.
City Attorney
Health Officer
Municipal Judge
Herb Hays
Charles Davis
James. Burr
Allen Alsing
Elmer Biegel
Harry A. Skerry, Jr.
Dr. R. M. Turner
Richard C. Cottle
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that the annual report of }~ayor Neill be accepted. C. arried unanimously.
Moved by Lewis, seconded by Wbitham, that the appointment of Department Heads by T~ayor Neill for 1961 be
confirmed. Carried unanimously.
~ayor Neill next nresented the Standing Committees for 1961 which are as follows:
FINANCE Kerr Whitham Peters
~vJ~ECTRIC Whitham Peters Ward
WATtlE Peters Lewis Baker
FYRE Lewis Ward Whitham
CEMETERY Ward Baker Lewis
REALTY Baker Ward Kerr
STREET Kerr Lewis Baker
TRAFFIC Ward Peters Whitham
SANITAT I0N Baker Kerr Ward
ORDINANCE Whitham Baker Lewis
HOSPITAL Peters
BUDGET Eerr
~r~ R. N.' Turner
Nayor Neill requested that the CounCil elect its Chairman for 1961. Moved by Lewis, seconded by Kerr, that a
unanimous ballot be cast for ~r. Peters for Chairman. On Roll CalY, carried unanimousl~F.
Recorder read a letter from Mr. Duane Baker, tendering his resignation as a member of the Economic Development
Commission. Moved by Peters, seconded by Kerr, that the letter of resignation of ~r. Baker be accepted.
Carried unanimously.
Bills in the amount of $57,556.60 and PayrelIs amounting to $33,936.10 were presented for payment. Moved by Kerr,
--~seconded by Peters, that bills and payrolls be ordered paid. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
Mr. & Nrs. Floyd L. Samford of 902 Hillview Drive presented maps of a proposed subdivision and requested the
establishment of a street for same. After some study and discussion of the matter, moved by Lewis, seconded by
Whitham, that matter be referred to the Planning Commission. Carried unanimously.
City Attorney Ske~y requested that the council give consideration to combining several of the 11 standing
committees into 3 or 4 committees for mare ease and workability. Suggestion was well received and the matter will
be given consideration.
Public Hearing was now held for the requeste~ vacation of a portion of Clark St. as petitioned by the First Pres-
byterian Church. No objections being presented, City Attorney Skerry read Ordinance No. 1288 pertaining to said
V$+.~tion. Noved by Peters, seconded by Baker, that the rules be suspended and Ordinance passed to second reading
~E~itle only. On Roll Call, carried unanimously. After second reading by Skerry, moved by Kerr, seconded by
Peters, that Ordinance No. 1288 be adopted. On Roll Call, carried unanimously.
There being no further business, moved by Kerr, seconded b~ Whitham, that meeting adjourn subject to the call of
the Mayor.
' . ~. Bartelt, Recorder Ashland,.Oregon
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