HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-02-24 Planning Joint SS MINJoint Study Session
Ashland Planning Commission/Ashland Historic Commission
February 24, 1993
Ashland City Council Chambers
Planning Commission members in attendance:
Barbara Jarvis
Hal Cloer
Larry Medinger
Jim Hibbert
Susan Powell
Steve Armitage
Michael Bingham
Historic Commission members in attendance:
Steve Ennis
Dana Johnson
Keith Chambers
Terry Skibby
Jane Dancer
Ashland Staff members in attendance:
John McLaughlin
Bill Molnar
Kristen Cochran
Don Paul
First Agenda Item:
Alley Paving -- a report was made by Acting Director McLaughlin regarding the work of
the Alley Committee. McLaughlin discussed the options and ideas available regarding
the paving/non-paving of alleys.
Richard McKinney, member of the Alley Committee, reported to the Commission on the
work of the committee over last two years.
McLaughlin stated that the Commissions need not take any action at this meeting, but
that the staff was looking for a direction regarding alley paving. Specific policies and
programs regarding alley paving would be addressed during the update of the
transportation element of the comprehensive plan.
The commissions showed general support for the ideas presented by the Alley committee
and commended them for their work. No motions or votes were taken on this matter.
Second Item: Steve Ennis of the Historic Commission briefly discussed work a
subcommittee is doing regarding conditional uses within the R-2/Historic District. The
members present stated that they would like to see this item discussed in full at the next
available study session. McLaughlin said that it could be scheduled for March 30. No
votes or motions were made regarding this item.
Third Agenda Item:
Strawberry Lane -- McLaughlin gave a brief report on the Strawberry Lane area, showing
maps of the area with generalized future street patters. He stated that any future,
definitive plans would require full involvement of all property owners, and other affected
city departments.
Don Paul, Assistant Fire Chief, spoke to the Commission regarding necessary
requirements for fire access, and spoke to some of the departments concerns.
Dr. Christian Hald, a property owner in the area, spoke of the importance of developing
an overall plan for the area over the next year and half, and encouraged the Commission
to remain involved in this area.
Mr. Paul Hwoschinsky, a property owner in the area, is currently building a home off of
Strawberry Lane. He spoke of the development of a local improvement district for
sewer improvements, as well as future street improvements. He also encouraged the
City to continue towards developing an overall plan for the area.
The Commission made no motions, nor took any votes regarding this issue. In general,
they encouraged staff to continue working towards adoption of an overall plan for this
area. McLaughlin responded that the next step would be a neighborhood meeting of
property owners in the area to discuss overall development options.
Meeting was adjourned at 9:48 pm.