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(!i)6b "Martha Bennett" <bennettm@ashland.or.us>, "Brandon Goldman" <goldmanb@a... - 4/6/20098:44 PM CDBG Applicants Dear Mayor and Councilors, I thought I'd let you know about the Housing Commission's actions on the CDBG applicants in our March 26th meeting. There were three applicants: Habitat for Humanity, Housing Authority of Jackson County, and Pathway Enterprises. The Commission voted almost unanimously for the Housing Authority of Jackson County to use the funds for necessary improvements, specifically for the internal streets in the Clay Street development. We also felt that it's important for the City to give them as much support as possible to help them get started quickly (before the economy worsens) and to relieve some of the unexpected burden on the agency itself. There was one dissenting vote because this member wanted Habitat to have more of a presence in Ashland. I too would like to see more of Habitat in Ashland, but not under these circumstances. The developer of the Bud's Dairy Subdivision wanted to sell the property to Habitat that the developer had originally pledged toward affordable housing. It's my understanding that the dedication of 6 units of affordable housing were requisite to the privilege of annexation and an increase in density. After several years, these units still have not been built, although all of the market rate units were built and sold quite a while ago. It doesn't seem right that the city's CDBG funds should be used for something that is clearly the developer's responsibility. The third applicant, Pathway Enterprises, was only eligible for $30,000 under the CDBG rules. However, Ashland will soon be receiving $55,000 of stimulus money for housing, with a requirement that it be spent in such a way that jobs would be created. Pathway Enterprises would be a logical applicant for this money and could be eligible for the whole amount. I hope you take these points into consideration when you make your choices. Best regards, Alice P.S. Everybody asks me, and in case you're wondering, do I miss Council? Yes, I miss being so involved in the community, but no, I don't miss all the meetings, especially the 6:00 executive sessions. Thanks, however, for y'all doing it. The State of Oregon celebrates Arbor Week during the first full week in April, April 6th - 10th. Introduce ODF representative here and have him speak to requirements for Tree city USA and the proclamation. The City of Ashland Tree Commission has a number of events planned during April to celebrate Arbor Week and Ashland's designation as a Tree City USA.: ~ Friday, April 10th at 2:00 PM - 2008 Tree of the Year plaque installation for the Spanish Fir located at 128 Wimer Street. ~ Saturday, April 11th from 2 PM to 4 PM - Informative Tree Walk at Southern Oregon University. Sign up through Ashland Parks and Recreation Dept. North Mountain Nature Center www.ashlandparksandrec.org or by phone 541.488.5340. ~ Saturday, April 25th 11 AM to 4 PM - Tree Commission booth at the Earth Day Celebration, ~ Ceremonial Arbor Day tree and Great Oregon Tree Plant planting at the Science Works Museum during the Earth Day Festivities. Saturday, April 25th This year's tree planting is even more special because the Bald Cypress that is to be planted at Science Works is part of the statewide Great Oregon Tree Plant. In honor of Oregon's 150th birthday, the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) is coordinating 150 tree plantings from February 14th, the first day of Statehood to Ashland's tree planting on Earth Day. "Planting trees is part of Oregon's legacy," says ODF Urban Forester Paul Ries, "but this spring's tree planting events are extra special because so many events are planned to honor Oregon's anniversary of statehood." The Tree Commission, even with low member numbers has been able to achieve some significant strides in their goals for the year. We have provided review and recommendations on Planning Actions which get incorporated into conditions of approval. The TC also has the opportunity to inform applicants of other tree care and advice during that time which is not able to be part of the recommendations that are backed by the Land Use Ordinance. We just completed our Goal Setting and we will be continuing on with our mission of education. ., I We're looking into pruning clinics for homeowners to assist with their street and sidewalk clearance. Leading 'tree lectures' and holding classes in conjunction with North Mountain Nature Center. The TC continues to have the opportunity to publish Backpage Articles in the Daily Tidings. These range from how to pick and plant a live Christmas tree to proper tree selection to proper watering techniques. The TC continues their community tree walks. More information about those will be on the City website as it becomes available. Lastly, the TC has nearly finished the much needed update to the Recommended Street Tree Guide. Much of the necessary work is housekeeping but there are some additions and modifications like, BioSwale Parkrow trees, and planting specifications to better assist people with their tree plantings. .~, i :....J ~) I -'I./~ j...-j ('{' , i T i( r; \..~~-1 ~., (,,/ /) / ( , l -r. ,,{ t,,;" A ;' ,.,-.. ..~)... ( March 23, 2009 Mayor John Stromberg and City Councilors 20 E. Main St. Ashland OR 97520 Dear Mayor Stromberg and City Councilors, I am writing on behalf of the AsWand Railroad District Association (ARDA) to urge adoption of the draft amendments to the City's Sign Regulations. We are particularly eager to see the adoption of the proposed added language for Section 18.96.030, Part A~ regarding informational signs on the City's streets. By way of background, ARDA was formed nearly four years ago to encourage visits to the Historic Railroad District. The organization is a collection of 31 small business. They play important dual roles of preserving the rich history of the district while offering the best of art, lodging, food and other services. Visitors to Ashland primarily come to see the plays. They tend to stay in the downtown area to eat and shop; many have not yet discovered the Railroad District. Finding ways to raise their awareness of this other culturally rich area of Ashland may promote them to come more often and stay longer. Longer stays would naturally result in more days in lodging, more meals eaten in the restaurants, seeing more plays, and also exploring the Historic Railroad District-a benefit to all in the City. ARDA has used a variety of ways to attract people to the Railroad District. Our next priority is to get directional signs installed on the City's arterials. The new sign regulation language is precisely what is needed. This change comes at a critical economic time for small business owners who need the City's support. Therefore, your approval of the improved sign regulation is essential. Sincerely, /(~ 4t Nort Croft, ARDA Facilitator and Volunteer 599 Ashland Creek Drive Ashland, OR 97520 cc: Martha Bennett, City Administrator Ann Seltzer, Management Analyst ~ ~;3 tsm-g ~ -3-. ~ S' ~ c.. '-a go :4.-0..:3fAVl ~~-<(1)~"""0 ~C.t"'"Vl(ti~~ C. _. r':l V;. 0.. w ~ r':lo=o............. \0 -~ 0 00 ~o-:--S 0 ~g,ON; 0 n_. ~ ~ 0 - g ~ ~ ~ fA VI VI W 0\ ~ ~ ~ VI u.. 0\ ~ 'i:l0 ~ \0 '-a 00 o o < t""' ~ 0..: (1) rn fA N Vl \0 0\ W -- ...... ~ ...... 00 @ fA ...... 00 w ...... -- fA N Vl \0 0\ W -- ...... ~~ ...... 00 @ fA ...... 00 W ...... -- o ~ fA N \0 ~ o o ~ w o o 'i:l (1) ~ ~ 0..: ~ fA ...... \0 '"0'1 o o ~ N o o 'i:l (1) ~ ~ 0..: ~ ;3~Er~~~ _ (1) cr" ~ C" ~~~...,Er- ~e;~~~~ 3Q:~~~0" Vl '" (1) I-r-( ~ ~~~ ;- ? 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