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CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
AGENDA
Monday, June 15, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.
Siskiyou Room, 51 Winburn Way
5:30 p.m. Study Session
1. Look Ahead Review
2. Will Council review and discuss the draft RFP for the future use of the "Imperatrice
Ranch" property and authorize the advertisement for a request for proposals for
that use [30 Minutes]
3. Does Council want to adopt the City Council Goals for 2009-2010? Does Council
wish to release the Draft Values Statement and Draft Vision for a two-month public
comment period? [30 minutes]
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CITY OF
ASHLAND
Council Communication
Study Session - Beneficial Use of the Imperatrice Ranch Property
Meeting Date: June 15, 2009 Primary Staff Contact: James Olson 552-2412
Department: Public Works E-Mail: olsoni(ci)ashland.or.us
Secondary bept.: Parks Departm Secondary Contact: Michael Faught 552-2411
Approval: Martha Benne Estimated Time: 30 Minutes
Question:
Will Council review and discuss the draft RFP for the future use of the "Imperatrice Ranch" property?
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends that Council provide direction in the development of a request for proposals to
determine the most beneficial use of the "Imperatrice Ranch" property.
Background:
Statement of Purpose
The 846 acre "Imperatrice Ranch" property was acquired in 1996 as a receiving site for effluent from
the City's waste water treatment plant. The City used food and beverage proceeds and paid
$950,287.98 for the property. The plan to land apply the treatment plant effluent was ultimately
rejected by the council and the land was never developed or utilized by the City. Since that time, the
only use of the property has been for cattle grazing under a lease to Ron Anderson, an Eagle Point
rancher. Recently there have been numerous requests to compete with the current leasee for the rights
to use the property.
Council has directed staff to develop a proposal whereby potential users could present their plans for
the future use of the property. The attached request for proposal (RFP) has been developed for that
purpose and staff is seeking further direction from the council in finalizing the RFP.
Propertv Historv
In an effort to generate revenues that would cover the costs of the annual property taxes and TID water
rights, the City entered into a lease agreement with Ron Anderson, a cattle rancher from Eagle Point.
This lease generated $11,000 for the first year in revenue for the property. The original lease
agreement with Mr. Anderson was a one-year lease that expired April 14, 1999. The lease was never
renewed; however, Mr. Anderson has continued to use the property on the same terms on a month-to
month agreement paying $1,000 per month. This month-to month arrangement has offset the annual
costs of the property for the last ten years.
RFP for Future Use of Pro pert v
Although the property has been used for agricultural purposes throughout its recent history, there may
be other, more beneficial uses that the City should consider for the property.
In 2007 Counselor Chapman suggested that Council actively consider other uses of the property and to
publicly solicit those uses. On March 17,2009 staffreceived direction from Council to develop a
request for proposals for the beneficial use of the Imperatrice Ranch property.
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ASHLAND
The attached draft RFP has been developed, in fulfillment of Council's directions, and is submitted for
review and discussion by Council in response to the March 17 motion.
There are a number of uses that Council may wish to stress more highly. Some of those possible uses
are outlined as follows:
1. Continued Reservation for Effluent Land Application
With the 1999 decision to discontinue the plan to apply the wastewater treatment effluent
discharge onto the Imperatrice property, the public works department took the necessary steps
to allow the effluent to be discharged directly into the Ashland/Bear Creek. As a result,
improvements at the plaint raised the quality of the effluent from a class III to a class IV; which is
near drinking water quality. The City decided a membrane filtration system, which very
effectively screens out impurities and harmful elements. However, the City now faces new
temperature standards, recently introduced by DEQ, which set maximum temperatures for
wastewater discharges into the creek. The solution to this problem has yet to be fully
developed, but some element of effluent land application during the summer months is an option
that should be retained. The option to land apply the class IV plant effluent on the Imperatrice
property should be retained.
2. Recreational
The property is a unique site, ideally adapted for the development of natural areas for parkland
and corridors for hiking, biking and equestrians access. Council may wish to consider possible
future connections, such as the beginning of a regional trail to Grizzly Peak or a ditch trail along
the TID east lateraL
3. Agricultural
Since the City assumed ownership of the property it has been used for cattle grazing. It may be
possible to expand the agricultural use ofthe property to include food production, thereby
furthering the goal to become more sustainable, to create local jobs and to return a larger
financial income to the City.
4. Energy Generation
Councilor Chapman has suggested that the site may lend itself to the production of energy
through solar or wind generation. This use may be compatible with other proposed uses of the
. property and may allow several uses to co-exist on the property.
5. Preservation of Environment and Ecological Resources
During the recent tour of the property Council heard a presentation by Dominic DePalo about
sensitive flora and fauna on the property. During prior tours of the property, Mr. DePalo had
identified a total of 55 plant species of which 38 are native. The Southern Oregon Land
Conservancy has suggested that the City grant a conservation easement over all or a portion of the
property. The conservation easement would spell out the values that would be "conserved" on
different areas of the property. Allowed uses can vary based on the level ofprotection that the
City and Conservancy wish to establish.
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ASHLAND
The easement would run with the deed to. the property, and conservation easements are difficult to
remove. Because it is a permanent restriction, Council should carefully weigh the advantages and
disadvantages.
Similar documents have been created to protect the Siskiyou Mountain Park and the
OredsonlTodd Woods.
PROS
. The easement would effectively protect valuable natural, scenic, and open space values.
. The easement may be specifically crafted to allow those uses which the City deems
desirable; such as the land application of wastewater plant effluent, agricultural uses, or
parks uses.
. The Southern Oregon Land Conservancy will be the grantee of the easement and will have
legal authority to enforce all aspects of the easement. The Conservancy is a neutral third
party and has no interest apart from the easement itself.
. The Siskiyou Mountain Reserve Conservation easement. has been in place since 1992 and
has effectively protected that property.
. The easement could effectively protect the City's viewshed.
. The easement can be tailored to allow less sensitive parts of the property to be developed.
. The easement would resolve community concerns about whether the scenic, recreational, or
natural values of the property will be protected.
CONS
. It is very difficult to terminate the easement.
. The easement may reduce future value and salability of the property. Should the City wish
to sell the property in the future, the easement, including all its restrictions and
requirements remains in place.
. Future uses of the property must be thought through, identified and listed as authorized uses
on the easement.
. The City would be legally liable for uses of the property that are inconsistent with the terms
and conditions of the easement.
RFP REVIEW
A request for proposal is a document whereby a public agency can solicit responses for a particular set
of services. It is the accepted method by which professional and personal services can be acquired by
an agency. In anRFP, the selection is based upon a number of preset criteria that the proposer mu'st
demonstrate, in writing, that it can and does meet. The cost of services is not the sole deciding factor
and in some situations, as in qualification based proposals, must not even be included in the RFP.
In this instance, staff is attempting to modify the standard RFP process to include proposals for the use
of a property owned by the City, and there can be a wide variety of proposed uses. Staff has
tentatively identified 6 criteria that may be used to determine the most beneficial use including:
I. Sustainability
2. Public Benefit
3. Financial Benefit
4. Environmental Stewardship
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ASHLAND
5. Wastewater Effluent Use
6. Adherence to County Land Development Ordinances
To be as subjective as possible, a scoring system based upon each of these criteria could be
implemented whereby a maximum value would be attributed to each of the six criteria. For instance,
Council may consider criteria no. 5 to be most important and apply a value of 30 points to that criteria.
Environmental stewardship (no. 4) may also be deemed highly critical and may be awarded 25 points.
A possible scoring scheme might be as follows:
I. Sustainability
2. Public Benefit
3. Financial Benefit
4. Environmental Stewardship
5. Wastewater Effluent Use
6. Adherence to County Land Development Ordinance
MAXIMUM TOTAL POSSIBLE
(10 points)
(15 points)
(10 points)
(20 points)
(30 points)
(15 points)
100 points
Council may wish to identify other criteria for scoring or to apply a different value for each of the
criteria.
Related City Policies:
Council is empowered to manage the publicly owned properties of the City of Ashland.
Council Options:
Council's comments and concerns with regard to the future use of the Imperatrice Ranch property are
encouraged and appreciated.
Potential Motions:
No motions are presented at this study session
Attachments:
I. Draft RFP
2. Map
3. Conservation Easement
4. Memo of June 9, 2009
5, Photos
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CITY OF
ASHLAND
PUBLIC WORKS I ENGINEERING DIVISION
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Beneficial Use of the
"Imperatrlce Ranch" Property
PROJECfNO: 2009-12
TYPE OF PROPOSAL: PROPOSALS FOR mE BEN~FICIAL USE OF THE
840 ACRE "IMPERA TRICE RANCH" PROPERTY
DISTRIBUTION DATE: July _.2009
BID OPENING DATE: 2:00 PM, August --J 2009
CITY OF ASHLAND
20 E. MAIN STREET
ASHLAND OR 97520
(541) 488-5347
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CITY OF ASHLAND
PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FOR THE BENEFICIAL USE OF THE 840 ACRE "IMPERA TRICE RANCH"
PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF ASHLAND
The City of Ashland (City) is seeking proposals for the private and I or public use of the
Imperatrice Ranch property located north of Interstate 5. Currently, this City-owned property is
being leased for cattle grazing. The City desires to determine the most beneficial use for the
property arid is inviting interested parties to submit proposals. The best use of the properties
could be defined as the use that most closely addresses the following requirements:
I. The use should be beneficial to City;
2. The use should promote sustainable use of resources;
3. The use should consider the use of City's wastewater effluent discharge from its
wastewater treatment facility
4. The use should take into consideration all environmental aspects of the property
including: soil conservation measures, riparian area preservation, wildlife reserve area
preservation, forest preservation areas and proposed pedestrian trail connections.
5. Th~ use must be compatible with Jackson County land use ordinances.
Proposals must be received by 2:00 PM, August -,2009, in the City of Ashland
Engineering Office located at 51 Winburn Way, Ashland OR 97520; Mailing address: 20 E.
Main Street Ashland OR 97520. Express mail address: 51 Winburn Way, Ashland OR
97520. For further infonnation contact Michael Faught, Public Works Director at 541 552-2420.
To obtain a copy of the Request for Proposal documents, contact Nancy Slocum at 54] 552-2420
or slocumn{@,ashland.or.us.
Proposal selection will be made by the Ashland City Council and will result in an agreement
between City and the successful proposals that will clearly define the conditions of the property
usage. Multiple proposals may be accepted ifit best meets the City's requirements.
The City of Ashland reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive fonnalities or to
accept any proposal.which appears to serve the best interest of the City of Ashland.
Michael R. Faught
Public Works Director
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SECTION I-SOLICITATION INFORMATION & REOUlREMENTS
1.1 DEFINITIONS AND SUMMARY OVERVIEW
1.1.1 Definitions 5
1.1.2 SummarY Overview 6
General Background Information 6
Prooertv Acauisition 6
General ProDertv Descriotion 7
Lel!al Descriotion . 7
Exhibit A fdescrintioO\ 10
1.2 TAX LOT DESCRIPTIONS II
1.3 LEGAL ENCUMBERANCES 14
SECTION 2 - CONDITIONS OF DEVELOPMENT 15
2.1 PROPERTY BOUNDARY DETERMINATION 15
2.2 MEANDER ROAD 15
2.3 Till CANAL 15
2.4 UTILITY TRANSMISSION LINES 15
2.5 TREE PRESERVATION AREAS 16
2.6 RIPARIAN PROTECTION ZONES 16
2.7 ENVIRONMENTAL AND CULTURAL OVERLAYS 16
2.8 RECREATIONAL USES 16
2,9 SOIL HAZARD AREAS 17
2.10 COMPLIANCE WITH JACKSON CO LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE 17
SECTION 3 - PROPOSAL SUBMITTALS 17
3.1 SUST AINABILITY 17
3.2 PUBLIC BENEFIT 17
3.3 FINANCIAL BENEFIT 17
3.4 ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP 17
3.5 W ASTEW A TER EFFLUENT USE , 18
3.6 WATER RIGHTS 18
3.7 ADHERANCE TO JACKSON CO LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE 18
SECTION 4 - LEASE AGREEMENT 18
4.1 LEASE TERMS 18
4.2 INDEMNIFICA TION 18
4.3 INSURANCE 18
4.4 TID ANNUAL CHARGE 19
4.5 ODF FIRE PROTECTION FEES 19
4.6 PROPERTY TAXES 19
APPENDIX 20
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Zoninp - Vel!etation Overlav Mao
Geolol!v Mao
Soils, Wetland and Sorinl!S Mao
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CITY OF ASHLAND
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
AVIATION ENGINEERING SERVICES
SECTION I SOLICITATION INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS
1.1 DEFINITIONS AND SUMMARY OVERVIEW
1.1.1 DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this RFP:
"Agency" or "City" means City of Ashland.
"Business days" means calendar days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and all City recognized
holidays.
"Calendar days" or "days" means any day appearing on the calendar, whether a weekday,
weekend day, national holiday, State holiday or other day.
"Imperatrice Ranch" mans 840 acres of land owned by City of Ashland and comprised of the
following tax lots: 38 IE 27 TL 100; 38 IE 28 TL 500, 600 and ioo; and 38 IE 32 TL 100 and
200 and 38 IE 33 TL 200.
"Proposers" - All firms submitting Proposals arc referred to as Proposers in this document; after
negotiations, an awarded Proposer will be designated as "Consultant"
"PWD" means City of Ashland Public Works Department
"
"RFP" means Request for Proposal.
"Scope of Work" means the general character and range of services and supplies needed, the
work's purpose and objectives, and an overview of the performance outcomes expected by
Agency.
"Statement of Work" means the specific provision in the final Contract which sets forth and
defines in detail (within the identified Scope of Work) the agreed-upon objectives, expectations,
performance standards, services, deliverables, schedule for delivery and other obligations.
"Qualification Based Selection" or "QBS" (for the purposes of this RFP) means evaluations and
scoring of proposals based on qualifications, experience and project approach, without
considering cost.
"WWTP" means waste water treatment plant
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1.1.2 SUMMARY OVERVIEW
The City of Ashland (City) is seeking proposals for the private and / or public use of the
Imperatrice Ranch property located north of Interstate 5. Currently, this City-owned property is
being leased for cattle grazing, but City desires to determine the most beneficial use for the
property and is inviting interested parties to submit proposals for this use. The best use of the
properties could be defined as the use that most closely addresses the following requirements:
. The use should be beneficial to City
. The use should promote sustainable use of resources
. The use should consider the use of City's wastewater effluent discharge from its
wastewater treatment facility
. The use takes into consideration all environmental aspects of the property including: soil
conservation measures, riparian area preservation, wildlife reserve area preservation,
forest preservation areas and proposed pedestrian trail connections
. The use must be compatible with Jackson County Land Development Ordinances
City will evaluate each proposal received in accordance with the procedures set forth in this
document and shall identify the proposal that best meets City's goals and provides the most
beneficial use for the property. There is no guarantee that City will select one of the proposals as
submitted. City further reserves the right to negotiate with one or more of the proposers to alter,
delete or add additional conditions or requirements to better meet City's needs. City reserves the
right to reject any or all proposals, to waive formalities or to accept any proposal which appears
to serve the best interests of City.
Proposers responding to this RFP do so solely at their expense, and City is not responsible for
any proposer expenses associated with the RFP.
General Background Information
Property Acquisition .
On April 9, 1996, the City purchased 846 acres of land known as the "Imperatrice Ranch"
property from Kimberly White, Karen White, and Marion Imperatrice for $950,287.98. The
property was purchased using food and beverage tax proceeds with the intent to land apply the
City's wastewater treatment plant effluent and biosolids, The effluent and biosolids land
application plan was suspended after surrounding neighbors and members of the community
expressed concerns about effluent land application proposals.
In an effort to generate revenues that would cover the costs of the annual property taxes and TID
water rights, the City entered into a lease agreement with Ron Anderson, a cattle rancher from
Eagle Point. This lease generated $ I 1,000 for the first year in revenue for the property. The
original lease agreement with Mr. Anderson was a one-year lease that expired April 14, 1999.
The lease was never renewed; Mr. Anderson has continued to use the property on the same terms
on a month-to-month agreement paying $1,000 per month. This month-to-month arrangement
has offset the annual costs of the property for the last ten years.
General Property Description
The property is comprised of the following seven tax lots:
1. 381E27-IOO
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2. 381E28-500
3. 381E28-600
4. 381E28-700
5. 38 IE 32 - 100
6. 381E32-200
7. 38IE33-200
The seven lots total approximately 840 acres, but some sources show up to 890 acres. The
property is located north of Interstatc 5, outsidc the City Urban Growth Boundary. The Talent
Irrigation District (TID) cast lateral traverses thrcc of the tax lots for a total linear exposure of
7,780 feel. The area below the canal, totaling 180 acres, is irrigated and has a current water right
of 475 acrc-feet per season (April to September). The property is predominately pasture land
with approximately 546 acres currently being used for cattle grazing.
There are no year-round streams on the property, but several intermittent streams that flow
during the wet season. At least onc spring, Hamby Spring, is located on the property in the
southwesterly section of the property.
The property has several acres of nearly lcvelland near thc north boundary of the property, but
most of the property has a relatively steep (10 to 20 percent) southern exposure.
The property currently has no utility services available on site. Since the property is located
outside City's Urban Growth Boundary, potable water service from City's water system is not
possible. Nor does the property meet minimum criteria for City sanitary scwer service.
The property is within the service area of Pacific Power and can be service from that source, but
no service currently exists on the property.
Legal Descriotion
The legal description of the property is shown on the following attached Exhibit A:
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EXHIBIT A
TRACT A: The Southwest Quarter of section 27 in Township 38 South. Range
1 East of the Willamette Meridian 1n Jackson County, Oregon.
(Code 5-2, Account '1-9616-5, Hap '361E27, Portion Tax Lot '100)
TRACT 8: Beginning at the southeast corner of Section 28, Township 38
SOuth, Range 1 East, of the Willamette Meridian in Jackson COunty,
Oregon: thence West, along the the south line of Section 28, a distance
of 605.0 feet; thence North, parallel with the east line of Section 28, 8
distance of 2630.0 feet; thence East 605.0 feet to said east line; thence
South. along said east line, 2630.0 feet to the Point of Beginning. .
(Code 5-2, Account '1-12340-6, Hap '361E26, Tax Lot .600)
TRACT C: Beginning at the southeast: corner of Section 28 in Township 38
South, Range 1 East of the Wl11amette Meridian 1n Jackson County, Oregon;
thence West along the south line of said Section, 1650.0 feet; thence
North parallel with the east line of said Section, 2630.0 feet; thence
East 1650.0 feet to the east line of said Section; thence South, along
said line, 2630.0 feet to the point of beginning. EXCEPTING THEREFROM the
following: Beginning at the southeast corner of section 28, Township 38
South, Range 1 East, of the W111amette Meridian in Jackson COunty,
Oregon; thence West. along the the south line of Section 28, a distance
of 605.0 feet; thence North, parallel with the east line of Section 28, a
distance of 2630.0 feet; thence East 605.0 feet to said east line; thence
SOUth, along said east line, 2630.0 feet to the Point of Beginning.
ALSO, the West 60.0 acres of the Southeast Quarter of Section 28 in
Township 38 South, Range 1 East of the Wlllamette Meridian In Jackson
County. Oregon. ALSO, Tract 15 of -ASHLAND ACRES. in Jackson County.
Oregon. according to the official plat thereof, now of record.
(COde 5-2, Account '1-12339-2, Hap '361E26. Tax Lot '500)
(COde 5-2, Account #1-12341-4, Hap '361E26, Tax Lot '700)
TRACT 0: Beginning at the northwest corner of Donation Land Claim No. 49
in Township 38 South, Range 1 East of the Willamette Meridian in Jackson
County. Oregon; thence South 50.0 feet, along the west line of said
Claim; thence East perallel with the north line of said Claim, 2870.0
feet: thence North 50.0 feet to said north line; thence West. along said
line, 2870.0 feet to the point of beginning. EXCEPTING THEREFROM that
portion conveyed to the State of Oregon, by and through its State Highway
Commission, by deed recorded in Volume 530 page 505 of the Deed Records
of Jackson county, oregon.
ALSO. Tracts 9. 10, 11 and 12 of -ASHLAND ACRES- in 38ckson County,
Oregon. according to the official plat thereof, now of record. EXCEPTING
therefrom that portion acquired by the State of Oregon. by and through
its State Highway Commission. by Final Judgment' rendered October 16. 1962
in the Circuit Court of Oregon for Jackson County. under Case No.
61-822L, and recorded in Volume 170 page 599 of the Circuit Court
JournaL ALSO EXCEPTING therefrCXll, the following: Beginning at the
southwest corner of seid Tract 9; thence North 948.30 feet to the
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northwest corner thereof; thence East 567.70 feet: thence South 8-45' West
1144.0 feet to the northerly line of the COunty Road; thence North 64-35'
West, along said line, 429.6 feet to the point of beginning. ALSO EXCEPTING
therefrom that portion acquired by the State of Oregon. by and through its
State Highway commission, by Final Judgment rendered September 7, 1966 in
the Circuit Court of Oregon for Jackson COunty, under case No. 65-342L and
recorded in Volume 204 page 654 of the. Circuit Court Journal. ALSO
EXCEPTING therefrom that portion conveyed by Deed recorded February 17,
1967 as No. 67-01380 of the Official Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
ALSO, EXCEPTING THEREFROM the following: A parcel of land lying in Tracts
8, 9, 11 end 12, ASHLAND ACRES, Jockson COunty, Oregon, the said parcel
being described as follows: Beginning at a point opposite and 150 feet
Northeasterly of Engineer's Station 1345+00 on the center line of the
relocated Pacific Highway; thence Southeasterly 1n a straight line to 8
point opposite and 200 feet Northeasterly of Engineer's Station 1350.00 on
said center line; thence Northeasterly in a straight l~ne to a point
opposite and 550 feet Northeasterly of Engineer's Station 1354+00 on said
center line; thence Southeasterly, parallel with said center line to a
point. opposite Engineer's Station 1362+00; thence SOutheasterly in a
straight line to a point opposite and 152.5 feet Northeasterly of
Engineer's S~at10n 1373+00 on said center 1198: thence Northwesterly 1n a
straight line to a point opposite and 150 feet Northeasterly of Engineer's
Station 1372+00 on said center line; thence Northwesterly in 4 straight
line to a point opposite and 180 feet Northeasterly of Engineer's Station
1366+00 on said center line; thence Northwesterly, parallel with said
center line, to a point opposite Engineer's Station 1363+00; thence
Northwesterly in 8 straight line, to a point opposite and 170 feet
Northeasterly of Bngineer's Station 1357+00 on said center line; thence
Northwesterly in a straight line to a point opposite and 150 f~t
Northeasterly of Engineer's Station 1351+00 on said center line; thence
Northwesterly, parallel with said center line, to the point of beginning.
The center line referred to herein is described 88 follows:
Beginning at Engineer's center line Station 1345+00, said station
being 1230.70 feet SOuth and 353.36 feet East of the northeast corner
of the John Barrett Donation Land Claim No. 48 in Township 38 South,
Range 1 East of the Willamette Meridian 1n Jackson COunty, Oregon;
thence SOuth 62.21' East 2800 feet to Engineer's center line Station
1373+00,
Bearings are based upon the Oregon Co-ordinate System, South Zone.
ALSO, Beginning at a point which is SOuth 645'.00 feet of the northeast
corner of Tract 7 in ..a.5HLANO ACRES. in Jackson County, Oregon, according
to the official p1at thereof. now of record; thence South 105.00 feet;
thence West 521.30 feet; thence North 0.091 East 140_00 feet; thence South
85'46' East 500,40 feet to the point of beginning.
(Code 5-8, Account '1-12687-6, Hap #381E32, Tax Lot #100)
(Code 5-8, Account #1-12688-4. Hap #381E32, Tax Lot #200).
(Code 5-11, Account #1-12360-1, Hap #381E32, Tax Lot #200)
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TRACT E: Tracts 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20 of wASHLAND ACRES- in Jackson County,
Oregon. according to the official plat thereof, now of record. EXCEPTING
THEREFROM that portion acquired by the State of Oregon, by and through its
State Highway COmmission, by Final Judgment rendered October 16, 1962 In
the Circuit COurt of Oregon for Jackson COunty, under Case No. 61-822L, and
recorded In volume 170 page 599 of the Cireui t Court Journal. ALSO
EXCEPTING therefrom that portion aCQuired by the State of Oregon, by and
through its State Highway commission, by Final Judgment rendered September
7, 1966 in the Circuit Court of Oregon for Jackson COunty, under Case No.
65-342L and recorded in volume 204 page 654 of the Circuit Court Journal.
ALSO EXCEPTING therefrom that portion of Tracts 18, 19 end 20 of "ASHLAND
ACRES'" In Jackson COunty, Oregon, lying Southwesterly of Oregon Interstate
Highway No.5, ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM the following: Beginning at the
northeast corner .of Tract 17 of -ASHLAND ACRES" In Jackson County, Oregon I
according to the official plat thereof, now of record and which is the
southeast corner of section 28 in Township 38 South. Range 1 East of the
Willamette Meridian 1n 3ackson County, Oregon; thence South 1705.00 feet to
the north line of tract described 1n Volume 170 page 567 of the Deed
Records of Jackson County. Oregon: thence West 660.00 feet: thence North
1705.00 feet to the north line of said Tract 17; thence East 660.00 feet to
the point of beginning.
ALSO, Beginning at a point SOuth 89.45f West 40.00 chains from the quarter
corner between Sections 33 and 34 1n Township 38 South, Range 1 East of the
Willamette Meridian in Jackson County, Oregon: thence North 1485.00 feet;
thence North 89.45f East 440.22 feet to the west line of Tract 17 1n
-ASHLAND ACRES. 1n Jackson County. Oregon. according to the official plat
thereof, now of record: thence SOuth. along said line. 1485.00 feet: thence
SOuth 89"45' West 440,22 feet to the point of beginning,
(COde 5-8, Account #1-12714-2, Map #381E33, Tax Lot #200)
(COde 5-11, Account #1-12367-6" Map #381E33, Tax Lot #200)
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1.2 TAX LOT DESCRIPTIONS,
The property is comprised of seven separate tax lots which are described in further detail and
includes data from the Jackson County Assessors Office:
Jackson County Man Reference: 38 IE 27 Tax Lot 100
Address Location: Approximately 1.5 to 2 miles North of Ashland approximately
.25 miles Northeast of the North end of Mountain Avenue.
This pronertv is located above the East TID canaL
Owner of Record: City of Ashland
Assessor's Account No: 1-009618-5
Present Use: 160 acre dry pasture
Hicl1est and Best Use: Present use
Zone: Exclusive Fann Use IEFU)
Size: 160 acres
Property Description: An appraisal in 1999 states that the Jackson County Planning
Department made the following statements in regard to this
property: 38 IE 27 TL 100 appears to be a parcel that has
been illegally created. Records show that prior to 1973, it was
combined with 38 IE 27 TL 101 and 38 IE 34 TL 100 was
conveyed to Jenkins (OR-75-12047) and 38 IE 27 TL 100
was conveyed to Kimberly White in 1987 (OR-87-25339-41).
The three tax lots created did not comply with ordinance
requirements in effect at the time, primarily because they did
not have access. Under present regulations, findings would
also have to be made that each parcel can stand alone as a
separate commercial farm unit, in addition to the. provision of
access. This would be very difficult. It appears that the most
easily accomplished alternative would be to consolidate
subject (38 IE 27 TL 100) with an adjacent ownership, either
with 38 IE 28 TL 600 in the Imperatrice ownership or with
one of the parcels to the north, east, or south.
Also it should be noted that subject parcel should be
consolidated with 38 IE 34 TL 100 as subject parcel is not
considered a legal parcel by Jackson County. Soils
. information indicated that the soils on this property are
approximately 95% Carney and Carney Cobbly Clay soils
with are Class 4 soils.
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Jackson County Map Reference: 38 IE 28 Tax Lot 500 and 700
38 IE 32 Tax Lot 200
38 IE 33 Tax Lot 200
Address Location: Approximately 2 miles North of Ashland. This parcel offour
tax lots lays adjacent to the Northeast side of Interstate 5 and
the associated "Northbound" 1-5 weigh station. This property
extends uphill in a Northeasterly direction across the east
canal of the TID.
Owner of Record: City of Ashland
Assessor's Account No: 38 IE 28 Tax Lot 500, 1-012339-2
38 IE 28 Tax Lot 700 1-012341-4
38 IE 32 Tax Lot 200 1,012688-4
38 IE 33 Tax Lot 200 1-012367-6
Present Use: 224.4 acre inigated pasture
423.95 acre dry pasture ,
Highest and Best Use: 1.95 acre home site
422 acre dry pasture
244.4 acres inigation pasture
Zone: EFU
Size: 648.35 acres .
Property Description: An appraisal in 1999 states: the Jackson County Planning
Department states that this group of parcels is described in
Volume 356, Page 197, dated September 4, 1951. No
document could be found separating these tax lots prior to
adoption of county-wide zoning on September I, 1973. As a
result, this block of land is considered as one parcel for
development purposes.
This large parcel has an 80 to 90% chance or better for
qualifYing for a fann dwelling permit on this EFU zoned land.
Access would be via an easement from or consolidation with
38 IE 33 TL 100. The soils on this parcel are virtually all
Class 4 soils even though many of the acres are inigated. The
soils are primarily Carney clay soils with some Carney
Cobbly clav soil areas.
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Jackson Countv MaD Reference: 38 IE 28 Tax Lot 600
Address Location: Approximately 1.5 to 2 miles North of Ashland approximately
.25 miles North of the North end of Mountain Avenue. This
property is located above the East TID canaL
Owner of Record: City of Ashland
Assessor's Account No: 1-012340-6
Present Use: 35 acre drv pasture
Highest and Best Use: I acre home site
34 acres drv land nasture
Zone: EFU
Size: 35 acres
Property Description: An appraisal in 1999 states that 38 IE 28 TL 600 is addressed
in Volume 468, Page 107, dated February 5,1959, which
described only this parceL As a result it is recognized as a
separate 35 acre unit even though it does not currently meet
access requirements. The access problem would most likely
be solved by an easement written as servient to 38 IE 33 TL
100. A bridge adequate for fire trucks would have to be
constructed across the East TlD canaL The property should be
able to meet all other requirements of an EFU property in
process for a non-farm dwelling permit.
Jackson County Map Reference: 38 IE 32 Tax Lot 100
Address Location: Approximately 2 miles North of Ashland adjacent to both
sides of Butler Creek Road. This property is approximately
200-300 feet North ofInterstate 5.
Owner of Record: City of Ashland
Assessor's Account No: 1-012687-6
Present Use: dry pasture
Highest and Best Use: Consolidation with adjacent parcel(s) for access or pasture
use.
Zone: EFU
Size: 3.17 acres
Property Description: An appraisal in 1999 states that this is a 3.17 acre parcel of
land which was set out in the 927 Survey Plat Book 2, Page
10, a survey of Ashland acres. This long narrow parcel as
created for access purposes and would not be a legally
buildable lot. Soils on this property are virtually all Class 4
soil bein!! orimarilv Carncv and Cokcr clav soiL
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1.3 LEGAL ENCUMBERANCES
The property is subject to numerous legal encumbrances and title exceptions that must be
considered prior to future development. The following exceptions have been disclosed by the
most recent title report.
I. The premises herein described have been zoned or qualified for "Farm Use" tax
assessment. At such time as said land is disqualified for such "Farm Use," the property
will be subject to additional taxes and interest and possible statutory penalty.
2. The effect of said property, or any part thereof, lying within the Talent Irrigation District,
and subject to all water and irrigation rights, easements for ditches and canals, and all
regulations of said District, including all assessments, leans and charges assessed, and to
be assessed.
3. Right of way to R.B. Hargadine, record notice of which appears in Deed recorded April
2, 1880 in Volume 8 page 726 of the Deed Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
4. Right of way for canal and ditch, 50.0 feet wide, and rights in connection therewith,
granted to the Talent Irrigation District, by instrUment recorded March 15, 1923 in
Volume 143 page 570 of the Deed Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
5. Right of way for the transmission and distribution of electricity, and for other purposes,
granted to The California Oregon Power Company, a California corporation, by
instrument recorded March 6,1924 in Volume 149 page 97 of the Deed Records of
Jackson County, Oregon.
6. Rights of way for the transmission and distribution of electricity and for other purposes,
granted to The California Oregon Power Company, a California corporation, by
instruments recorded in Volume 168 page 153 and Volume 256 page 443 of the Deed
Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
7. Rights of way for the transmission and distribution of electricity, also right to install guys
and anchors and for other purposes, granted to The California Oregon Power Company, a
California corporation, by instruments recorded in Volume 184 page 122 and Volume
440 page 220 of the Deed Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
8. Ditch right of way, as set forth in deed recorded September 23,1923 in Volume 195 page
50 of the Deed Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
9. Right of way for the purpose of the operation, maintenance, repair and reconstruction of
canals, reserved by the Talent Irrigation District, in deed recorded December 30, 1936 in
Volume 210 page 536 of the Deed Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
10. Perpetual easement for the construction, repair, maintenance and operation of a 50.0 foot
canal, and rights in connection therewith, granted to the Talent Irrigation District, by
instrument recorded in Volume 214 page 303 of the Decll Records of Jackson County,
Oregon.
II. Right of way for the Eagle Mill Ditch, record notice of which appears in Deed recorded
June 12, 1943 in Volume 244 page 155 of the Deed Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
12. Perpetual easement and rights in connection therewith, for underground conduit, cable
and other fixtures, granted to The Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company a
California corporation, by instrument recorded March 13, 1947 in Volume 280 page 49
of the Deed Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
13. Perpetual easement and rights in connection therewith, for underground conduit, cable
and other fixtures, granted to The Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company a
California corporation, by instrument recorded March 13, 1947 in Volume 280 page 50
of the Dced Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
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14. Right to the use of spring located on said premises, together with the right of way for pipe
line from said spring, and rights in connection therewith, reserved in deed recorded
November 8,1948 in Volume 308 page 252 of the Deed Records of Jackson County,
Oregon.
15. Right of way 100.0 feet wide for the transmission and distribution of electricity, and for
other purposes, also right to install guys and anchors, granted to The California Oregon
Power Company, a California corporation, by instrument recorded April 24, 1957 in
Volume 440 page 499 of the Deed Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
16. Perpetual right of way and easement to construct, reconstruct, operate and maintain a
buried pipeline, for the purposes of conveying water and rights in connection therewith,
granted to the United States of America, by instrument recorded September 22, 1959 in
Volume 479 page 305 of the Deed Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
17. Access restrictions imposed by Final Judgment rendered September 7, 1966 in the State
Circuit Court of Oregon, for Jackson County, under Case No. 65-342L and recorded in
Volume 204 page 654, Circuit Court Journal.
18. "Grantors reserve for themselves, their executors and assigns, an undivided one-half
interest in all gas, oil, and mineral rights which are now the property of grantors, and
which may hereafter revert to grantors, it being the intention what the other undivided
one-half interest in all such gas, oil, and mineral rights shall vest in grantees, there
successors and assigns," as set out in deed from Ernest M. Pellkofer et ux, to J.D.
Imperatrice et ux, recorded June 30, 1966 as No. 66-07545 of the Official Records of
Jackson County, Oregon.
19. Perpetual rights and non-exclusive easements to use the roads, as set out in deed from
Marion D. Imperatrice to Richard G, Ireland et ux, recorded October 15, 1974 as no. 74-
13557 or the Official Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
20. Perpetual rights and non-exclusive easements to use the roads, also the perpetual right of
Richard G. Ireland and Gloria S. Ireland, and their successors in interest to use for all
road purposes, and continuation of Smith et ux, recorded October 15, 1974 as No.. 74-
13559 of the Official Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
21. Grant of Communications Systems Easement, subject to the terms and provisions thereof,
granted to AT&T Communications of the Pacific Northwest, Inc., a Washington
corporation, and recorded September 12,1988 as No. 88-18995, of the Official Records
of Jackson County, Oregon, as amended and corrected by instruments recorded January
10, 1989 as No. 89-00598, recorded. March 8, 1989 as No. 89-04692, and recorded July
25,1990 as No. 90-18479, said Official Records.
22. A mutual access and utility easement, as set forth in Agreement Creating Easement,
subject to the terms and provisions thereof, recorded November 9, 1992 as No. 92-34316,
of the Official Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
23. Right of Way Agreement, subject to the terms and provisions thereof, with Pacific Gas
Transmission Company, a California corporation, recorded April 6, 1995 as No. 95-
09111, of the Official Records of Jackson County, Oregon.
24. Right of Way Agreement, subject to the terms and provisions thereof, with Pacific Gas
Transmission Company, a California corporation, recorded April 6, 1995 as No. 95-
09113 of the Official Records of Jackson County.
25. Existing Leases, if any.
26. Slope easements granted to the Oregon Department of Transportation in connection with
improvements made to the Port of Entry facility.
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SECTION 2.0 CONDITIONS OF DEVELOPMENT
2.1 PROPERTY BOUNDARY DETERMINA TlON
Much of the Imperatrice Ranch property was surveyed and platted as part of the Ashland Acres
tracts which was created in 1923 by the Baulfour-Guthrie Trust Company, The survey was
completed by F.H. Walker, however, few corner monuments were set as the setting of physical lot
comer markers was not required until 1947. As development of the property has been minimal,
there have been few retracement surveys since the original platting in 1923. County records
indicate that only two surveys have been filed which would affect any of the seven tax lots with
the property. The surveys are filed in the office of the Jackson County Surveyor as Survey No.
16230 and 18720. Survey No.18720 is a correction to the previously filed survey (16230) and both
surveys were performed by LJ. Friar and Associates of Medford.
Prior to development of the property, the selected proposer will be required to determine and
monument to remaining boundary corners not included on Survey No. 18720. The survey shall be
conducted by a licensed professional land surveyor and proposer shall bear all costs for the survey.
2.2 MEANDER ROAD
The Ashland Acres plat created a "Meander Road" (shown on filed Survey No. 18720) which
follows along the course of a riparian way along the southeast portion of the property. The
meander road which has never been named nor opened, divides the City-owned property from the
property to the east. Due to its proximity to the riparian way, the meander road would be difficult
to open or to improve in any way; however, its presence as a 40 foot wide street right of way
should be noted as to its possible impact to any development plan.
2.3 TALENT IRRIGA TlON DISTRICT (TID) CANAL
The TlD east lateral traverses three of the tax lots on the property. The lateral is an open and
unlined canal with approximately 7.780 linear feet of frontage. There are two existing wooden
bridges that cross the canal. The west canal siphon also crosses tax lot 38 IE 32 TL 200 in a
southwesterly direction. The canal, siphon and irrigation laterals are located on five recorded
easenlents. The easements are listed by recording nwnber as follows:
I. 50 foot wide easement - Volume 143 page 570 (1923)
2. Ditch right of way- Volume 195 p 50 (1923)
3. Canal right of way - Volwne 210 P 536 (1936)
4. 50 foot wide easement- Volume 214 p 303 (1940c)
5. EagleMillDitch- Volwne244pI55(1943)
The TID water right is for 475 acre-feet per irrigation season.
It shall be the responsibility of the proposer to locate all irrigation canals, ditches and siphons and
their respective easements and to protect those facilities.
2.4 UTlLITY TRANSMISSION LINES
Both pacific Power and Avista Utilities have major transmission lines in place on the property.
These lines arc permitted by easements and carry specific rights and obligations for the protection
of their facilities. Pacific Power maintains two overhcad, very tall voltage transmission lines which
run northwesterly across lots 38 IE 27 TL 100 and 38 IE 28 TL 600. The two transmission lines
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run parallel about 150 feet apart and are supported by double wooden support structures at random
intervals. Pacific Power has a right and obligation to remove tree 'growth under the power lines and
is periodically required to remove trees that may sprout under the power lines. Avista Utilities
operates a high pressure buried gas main nearly parallel to and southwesterly of the power lines.
The pipeline is not obvious on the ground, but is marked at random locations with a post mounted
placard.
It shall be the proposer's duty to determine the boundaries of the easements and the location of the
gas pipeline and to determine the impacts that the easements and transmission lines might have on
the proposed development.
2.5 TREE PRESERVATION AREA
There is a grove of Oak trees located on the north slope oflots 38 IE 27 TL 100 and 38 IE 28 TL
600 which shall be preserved. The grove is located north of the Pacific Power lines and extends
from the top of the ride to the north boundary line. Proposers must demonstrate how this area is to
be protected, and/or utilized for public open space. The preservation area is shown.on the
vegetation overlay map in the Appendix. ,
2.6 RIPARIAN PROTECTION ZONES
Two intenniuent streams are located on the property as shown on the vegetation overlay map. The
steams are unnamed and are not fish bearing, but both streams have well established riparian
growth that must be preserved, protected and enhanced. The steam vicinity also has a wetlands
element which must also be protected in accordance with Jackson County Land Development
Ordinances. The vegetation overlay map indicates that approximate limits of the riparian and
wetlands protection zones.
2.7 ENVIRONMENTAL AND CULTURAL OVERLAYS
Chapter 7 of the Jackson County Land Development Ordinances (LDO) lists a portion of the
property as being an area of special concern and has established an overlay zone to provide
additional wildlife protection. The purpose of the LDO overlay zone is to protect site-specific
species and to govern the use ofland with the underlying zoning regulations as well as the special
regulations set forth in Chapter 7.
A portion of this property is listed as Areas of Special Concern (ASC) 90,1 for deer and elk
habitat. ASC 90-1 is described as those lands on which development can affect survival of Black-
tailed Deer or Roosevelt Elk herds. Such lands are identified as winter range habitat on base maps
prepared by the Oregon Department ofFish and Wildlife (ODFW). The Grizzly Unit has been
cla.sified by ODFW as being "Especially Sensitive." This area is located on the northeast comer
oflot 38 1 E 27 TL 100 as shown on the vegetation overlay map. Development within this area is
regulated through the Jackson County LDO Chapter 7. I. I.C.
Proposers must be aware of these requirements and address them in their proposal.
2.8 RECREATIONAL USES
The property affords opportunities for development of public recreational uses including
pedestrian trails, open space areas and passive park areas. The area base map shows a number of
possible pedestrian trails that might ultimately bccome part of a proposed Grizzly Peak Trail
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System. Proposers must address and incorporate clements of public recreation into their proposed
development
2.9 SOIL HAZARD AREA
A recent publieation of the Oregon Departmenrof Geology and Mineral Industries (IMS,9).has
listed the surrounding area as being within Hazard Zone D, reflecting low amplification, no
Ii Iqfuefunction and low landscape hazard. One area of the property, as shown on the Geology and
Earthquake map, is listed as an earthquake hazard zone with higher landslide danger. Soiltypcs
and classifications are shown on maps included in the Appendix, however, each proposer must
determine the extent of impact the soil might have upon the proposed development
2.10 COMPLIANCE WITH JACKSON CO LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCES
Each proposer must adequately demonstrate that they have met all applicable land development
. standards and ordinances established by the Jackson County Planning and Development
Department.
3.0 PROPOSAL SUBMITTALS
To bc considered by the AsWand City Council, each proposal must also adequately address each of
the following elements of development: .
3.1 SUSTAINABILlTY
The proposal must demonstrate the sustainable use of energy and/or resources in the development
and operation of the proposed project. Examples of sustainable projects might include the
creation of energy by solar or wind generation. Other examples of acceptable sustainable projects
would be agricultural food production.
3.2 PUBLIC BENEFIT
All proposals must clearly demonstrate a public benefit to be deri~ed from the projeet in the form
of recreational opportunities, open space areas with public access, trail systems or other
improvements.
Specific examples of public benefit might include development of public park areas, creation of
recreation pedestrian, bicycle or equestrian trails. Proposals might include the first phase of a
regional Grizzly Peak trail or trails along the TID canal.
3.3 BUSINESS PLAN
Proposers must submit a five (5) year financial and business plan that incorporates all planned
development. The plan must clearly identify required development capital and anticipated profits
and expenses for all phases of development
3.4 ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
Proposers must clearly demonstrate that the proposed project / development encompass strong
elements of environmental stewardship, The proposal must avoid uses that create air pollution
from road dust or from any manufacturing process. Uses that generate noise pollution or other
forms of pollution should be avoided. Soil erosion and storm runoff must be strictly controlled and
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down slope silt depositions must be aeeeptably eontained on the site. Sensitive and wildlife
preserve areas must be protected and preserved.
3.5 WASTEWATER EFFLUENT USE
All proposals must address how and to what extent effluent discharge for the City's Wastewater
Treatment Plant may be utilized on the project. City's Wastewater Treatment Plant produces Class
IV effluent (virtually drinking water quality) which is discharged into Bear Creek via Ashland
Creek. New temperature standards have recently been introduced by DEQ which sets a maximum
temperature for wastewater discharges into the creek. During summer months this standard is
difficult to meet and some remedial action will need to be identified within the next few years.
A water trade may be an option when the wanner effluent water is replaced with cooler irrigation
water. The Imperatrice property was originally purchased to land-apply this effluent. While this
option was not viable in 1999, the treatment plant has since been upgraded to treat to an even
higher class and may now be a possibility. The total summertime effluent discharge is
approximately 2 million gallons per day.
3.6 WATER RIGHTS
The property has a current TID water right of 475 acre-feet per irrigation season. Proposals shall
provide a specific plan for the use of this right. In the event that the City elects to land apply its
wastewater effluent, the TID water may be left in-stream to replace the same amount of effluent
applied to the property.
3.7 ADHERANCE TO JACKSON CO LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCES
Proposers must provide a detailed written plan demonstrating eompliance with Jackson County
Land Development ordinances. The plan must site specific applicable land development codes and
ordinances and must fully outline the application process and time lines for application approvals.
Proposers must also outline any required applications and permits that must be acquired.
4.0 LEASE AGREEMENT
4,] LEASE TERMS
The suceessful proposer will be expected to enter into a written lease agreement in the fonn
attaehed to this RFP. The document will specify the number of years that the lease will be in
affect, which may vary dependent upon the nature of the proposed use and may eontain provisions
for lease renewals.
4.2 INDEMNIFICATION
The document will further indemnify the City of Ashland from any and all actions of the proposer,
on lands owned by the City.
4.3 INSURANCE
The leaSe will further require that the proposer provide general liability insurance eoverage to the
limits as specified in the lease agreement. The City of Ashland, its elected officials, officers and
employees shall be listed as additional insured on the insurance policy.
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4.4 TIO ANNUAL CHARGE
Proposed shall be responsible for payment of the Talent Irrigation District annual charge for
irrigation on the property. The current annual TID fees are approximately $9,000.
4.5 OOF FIRE PROTECTION FEES
Proposer shall also pay the annual fee assessed by the Oregon Department of Forestry for fire
protection service. The previous years cost for these services was $1060.81.
4.6 PROPERTY TAXES
Proposer shall also be required to pay the annual property taxes as assessed by Jackson County.
The previous years taxes, based upon a EFU zoning were $854.51.
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Appendix
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92-18115
DEED OF COIlSERVl.TIOJl EASEJCEJlT
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This Deed of Conservation Easement is made this b il. day of
1'110.1 ' 199~, by the CI'l'Y 01' UBLaMD, a municipal corporation,
Granto , in favor of SOtlTJlBJlll OREGOII LllJI1) COIl8I:RVAIICY, IIIC., a nonprofit
oregon corporation, having an address as PO Box 671, Kedford, OR 97501,
Grantee. '
WITllESSETB:
The Grantor is the owner of certain real property
County, Oregon, more particularly described in Exhibit
hereto, incorporated by this reference (the Property), and
WHEREAS, the Property possesses natural, scenic, recreational and
open space values (collectively, COllServatioD Values) of great impor-
tance to Grantor, the people of the City of Ashland, and the people of
the state of Oregon; and -
in Jackson
A attached
WHEREAS, in particular, keeping the Property in open space pre-
serves and enhances the viewshed for the city of Ashland; and
WHEREAS, the Southern Oregon Land Conservancy and local citizens
have donated money to the Grantor in order to enable the Grantor to
acquire the Property; and
WHEREAS, said money was contributed with the understanding that the
Grantor would protect the conservation values ot the Property;
WHEREAS, Grantor desires to preserve and protect the Conservation
Values of the Property by conveying to Grantee the right to preserve and
protect the Conservation Values of the Property in perpetuity;
WHEREAS, the Grantee is a publicly supported, tax-exempt, nonprofit
organization qualified under Section 1501(C) (3) and 170(h) of the Inter-
nal Revenue Code whose primary purpose is the preservation, protection,
and enhancement of lands in its natural, scenic, historical, agricul-
tural, forested, and/or open space condition; and
WHEREAS, Grantee agrees, by accepting this grant, to honor the
intent of Grantor stated herein and to preserve and protect in perpetu-
ity the conservation values of the Property for the benefit of this gen-
eration and future generations to ,come;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above and the mutual
covenants, terms, conditions, and restrictions contained herein and pur-
suant to the laws of the State of Oregon and in particular ORS 271.715
through 271. 785, Grantor voluntarily grants and conveys unto Grantee a
conservation easement in perpetuity over the Property of the nature and
character and to the extent hereafter set forth (EasemeDt).
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1. PURPOBB. It is the purpose of this easement to assure that the
Property will be retained forever predominantly in its natural, scenic,
and open space condition and for recreational uses and to prevent any
use of the Property which would significantly impair or interfere with
the conservation values of the Property. Except for recreational devel-
opment as allowed hereunder, the property shall be reserved in its natu-
ral state and managed to promote healthy natural ecosystelllS as fully as
is reasonable within the considerations of generally accepted eCOlogi-
cal, silvicultural, and public safety standards.
2. RIGHTS OP GRA!lTBI:. To accomplish the purposes of this ease-
ment, the following rights are conveyed to Grantee by this easement:
(A) To preserve, protect, and enhance the natural, scenic, open
space and public recreational features of the Property.
(B) To enter upon the Property at reasonable times in order to
monitor Grantor's compliance with and otherwise enforce the terms of
this easement.
(e) To enjoin any activity on or use' of the Property that is
inconsistent with the purpose of this easement and to require the
restoration of such areas or features of the Property that may be dam-
aged by any inconsistent activity or use.
3. GRANTOR'S USI:. Grantor intends that this conservation easement
will confine the use of the Property to natural, scenic, public recre-
ational, and open space uses including the right to create public access
and parking areas and to provide for picnicking, walking, hiking, jog-
ging, biking, horseback riding, nature observation, and other
recreational activities of a compatible nature. Grantor may take any
reasonable action in respect to the Property as deemed necessary for
public safety. Any activities on or use of' the Property inconsistent
with the purpose of this easelllent are prohibited. Without limiting the
generality of the foregoing, the folloviug activities aDd uses are
expressly prohibited:
(A) commercial or industrial use;
(B) The exploration for or extraction of minerals, hydrocarbons,
oils or materials on or below the surface of the Property;
(C) The construction of any building, structure, signs, roads, or
improvements on the Property except those related to public access and
recreational uses 'of the Property, and those related to or deemed
necessary for public safety.
(D) The cu~~ing of live trees other than in accordance with a plan
approved by Grant.ee that is designed to protect the natural, scenic,
open space, and T.~creational values of the Property, or as necessary to
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control or prevent illllllinent hazard, disease, fire, or to restore natural
habitat areas or to promote native vegetation:
(E) Any use or activity which causes or presents a substantial
risk of ground and soil erosion, except in emergencies, or for public
safety reasons, or as reasonably necessary on a short-term basia for
maintenance to or installation of improvements on the Property;
(F) The use of offroad motorized vehicles except in emergencies,
or for public safety reasons, or as reasonably necessary on a short-term
basis for maintenance to or installation of improvements on the
Property.
4. RESERVED RIGHTS. Grantor reserves to itsel~, its heirs, suc-
cessors, or assigns, all rights as owners of the Property including the
right to engage in all uses of the Property that are not expressly pro-
hibited herein and are not inconsistent with the purpose of this Conser-
vation Easement, plus the right to grant easements to neighboring prop-
erty owners for access to their properties for forest management pur-
poses,
5. COSTS AIlD LIABILITIES. Grantor retains all
and shall bear all costs and liabilities of any kind
ownership, operation, upkeep and maintenance of the
hereby indelllnify and hold Grantee harmless therefrom.
6. TAXES. Grantor agrees to pay any and all real property taxes
and assessments levied by any governmental authority on the Property.
responsibilities
relating to the
Property and do
7. ENFORCEMENT COSTS. Grantee agrees to pay all costs associated
with its obligations to honor and defend the intentions of Grantor
stated herein and to preserve and protect in perpetuity the natural,
scenic, open space and recreational values of the Property including any
costs incurred in monitoring the compliance with the terms of this Con-
servation Easement. However, Grantor intends that any costs incurred by
Grantee in enforcing, judicially or otherwise, the terms and restric-
tions of this Conservation Easement against Grantor, its heirs, succes-
sors, personal representatives or assigns, including without limitation,
costs of suit, attorney's fees, and any costs of restoration necessi-
tated by violation of the terms' of this Conservation Easement by
Grantor, its successors, personal representatives, or assigns, shall be
borne by Grantor, its heirs, successors, personal representatives, or
assigns.
8. GRANTEE'S DISCRETION. Grantor intends that the enforcement of
the terms and provisions of the Conservation Easement shall be at the
discretion of the Grantee and any forbearance by Grantee to exercise its
rights hereunder in the event of any breach hereof by Grantor, its
heirs, successors, personal representatives, or assigns, shall not be
deemed or construed to be a waiver of Grantee's rights hereunder in the
event of any subsequent breach.
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9. ACTS BEYOIID ORMlt'OR'S COftROL. Nothing contained in this
easement shall be construed to entitle Grantee to bring any action
against Grantor for any injury to or change in the Property resulting
from causes beyond Grantor's control, including, without limitation,
fire, flood, stOrDl, and earth movement, and from any prudent action
taken by Grantor under emergency conditions to prevent or mitigate sig-
nificant injury to the Property resulting from such causes.
10. COIIDEJUlATIOII. If this Easelllent is taken in whole or in part
by exercise of the power of eminent domain, Grantee shall be entitled to
compensation in accordance with applicable law.
11. A8SIOIlKEIIT. Grantee agrees that it will hold this Conserva-
tion Easement exclusively for conservation purposes and it will not
assign its rights and obligations under this Conservation Easement
except to another organization qualified to hold such interests under
applicable state and federal laws and committed to holding ,this conser-
vation Easement exclusively for conservation purposes. In the event the
Grantee is dissolved or ceases to operate, the easement shall be granted
to another non-profit organization which qualifies to hold such
conservation easements. '
12. SEVERMlILI'l'Y. If any provision of this Conservation Easement
or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is found to be
invalid, the remainder of the provisions of this Conservation Easement
and the application of this instrument to persons or circulIIStances other
than those to which it is found to be invalid shall not be affected
thereby.
13. LIBERAL CONSTRUCTIOII. Any rule of construction to the con-
trary notwithstanding, this easement shall be liberally construed in
favor of the grant to effect the purpose of this easement. If any pro-
vision in this instrument is found to be ambiguous, then an interpreta-
tion consistent with the purpose of this easement that would render the
provision valid shall be favored over any interpretation that would ren-
der it invalid.
14. RECORDATION AND SUBSEOUEN'l' TRANSFER. This instrument shall be
recorded in the Official Records of Jackson County, Oregon, at the time
that the Grantor obtains legal title to the Property. The Grantor
agrees that the terms, conditions, restrictions, and purposes of this
grant will be inserted by them in any subsequent deed or legal instru-
ment by which Grantor divests itself of any interest in the Property.
15, SUCCESSORS. The covenants, terms, conditions, and restric-
tions of this easement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of
the parties hereto and their respective personal representatives, heirs,
successors, and assigns, and shall continue as a servitude running in
perpetuity with the Property.
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TO RAVE aMD TO BOLD ,unto Grantee, its successors and assigns, for-
ever.
III WI~8S WBEREOI', Grantor and Grantee have set their hands on the
day and year first above written.
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foregoing ()to be the act of the municipality by resolution of its city
Council, and that,~ executed said document on behalf of said munici-
pality. Before me: '
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edged the foregoing to be the act of the corporation by resolution of
its board of directors, and that he executed said docUlllent on behalf of
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number P-S1-1992, INDEX VOLUME 3 PAGE 51, of the Records of Partition
Plats in Jackson County, Oregon.
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Board of
Diredors
Bill Morr;~h
President
Doniel Kellogg
Vice Presiaent
SIeve Bradley
Treowrer
Kara Olma
Se-c-retary
Pot Ackfin
TomArzel
Chorles Bennett
Jobie Mc;:Cormkk
Donna Rhee
Donald Rubenstein !
Sorah Sameh
Karen Smilh
Rich Whitley
Sam 'llhitfard
Trustee
Council
AI Buck
Judson Parsons
Chr;1tine Pellett
!'Janey Toil
Jeonne Taylor
Advisory
Board
Max Bennett
Greg Clevenger
Eric Dittmer
Keith Emerson
Tim Franklin
Chuck Funish
Craig Harper
Kale Jadaoo
Jef/lalonde
MortyMoin
Su Maiya
Jim Pendehoo
Jeannine Rossa
Dennis Vroman
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Randy %ile
SOUTHERN
OREGON
LAND
CONSERVANCY
?It&?JetJ
Date:
To;
From:
Sub:
June 9, 2009
Ashland City Council
Diane Garcia, Executive Director, Southern Oregon land Conservancy
Imperatrice Property
As the Executive Director of the Southern Oregon land Conservancy, I am
writing regarding the upcoming discussions on future uses of the Imperatrice
Property. The Southern Oregon land Conservancy, the regional land trust
serving Jackson and Josephine Counties, has a long history of conservation
leadership in our valley. Part of that history includes our partnership with the
City of Ashland which began in the early 1990s and continues to this day.
Among the 8,200 acres we protect, we hold conservation easements on two
parks in Ashland: the Oredson.Todd Woods and the Siskiyou Mountain Park.
We also hold six conservation easements in partnership with the Cify of
Jacksonville and one with the City of Central Point. These partnerships ensure
that land set aside for public recreation will last in perpetuity.
We believe the Imperatrice property contains high conservation values, It
serves as an important viewshed for the Ashland and Rogue Valley
communities and also contains considerable agricultural and open space values.
It could also provide excellent public access opportunities. Additionally. some
ecologically important qualities found in the oak woodland and grasslands
make them habitats worthy of protection,
Our region is increasingly becoming recognized for its high geologic and
biological diversity. In fact. the nearby Cascade. Siskiyou National Monument
received its current designation primarily because it contains an incredible
diversity of habitat types over a relatively small area. The landscape
surrounding Ashland is no different. It is easy to see that the open grasslands
and oak savanna of the Grizzly Peak foothills are quite different than the
densely forested slopes west of 1.5.
PO Box 954 Ashland OR 97520 482,3069 www.landconserve,org
Imperatrice Property: Natural and Open Space Characteristics
Prepared by Dominic DiPaolo - Conservation Coordinator
Southern Oregon Land Conservancy
June 9, 2009
Viewshed - This property comprises a substantial portion of the viewshed for the City of
Ashland. It provides anunintenupted view of a natural landscape from town, forming
the foreground of the scene of the eastern foothills,
Public Aeeessrrrails - The position of this hilltop extending into the middle of the Bear
Creek Valley makes for incredible 360 degree views of the Bear Creek Valley, The City
of Ashland and the surrounding hills and mountains, It is an area with full sunlight late
into the day, an aspect that is in short supply in the City's current parks network.
Creating public recreation opportunities on this property would make it one of the best
and most accessible public spaces to view the sunset.
Al!rieulture - The extreme limitations of the Carney Clay soils underlying much of the
property constrain what agricultural endeavors are possible on this property, The current
use as irrigated pasture and dry rangeland for cattle is an appropriate and historic use.
Other varieties of livestock may have the potential of being raised on the site, Some crops
such as grass hay or grapes and other fruit crops may have the potential of being grown
on the lower slopes.
Rel!ional Conservation Simifieanee - The natural area present on the Imperatrice
Property is largely comprised of open grassland and oak savanna/woodland, This is a
significant ecosystem conservation opportunity in that these two habitat types are not
evenly distributed across the landscape, not well represented in our system of
conservation areas and public lands, and are in decline. The natural landscapes of the
Rogue Valley are a complex mosaic of grasslands, shrublands, woodlands, and forest.
Open grasslands are a plant community type that are common locally but very limited
across the landscape of southwest Oregon, They are typically small in area as well. Oak
savanna is also a habitat that is common to the Rogue Valley but limited in extent at a
regional scale, The eastern slopes of the Bear Creek Valley are an area where these
habitat types are well represented. Grassland and oak savanna/woodland occupy a
significant amount of acreage on the Imperatrice property.
Sil!11ifieanee as a Natural Area - The heavy clay soils, with their shrink-swell
characteristics, along with convex shape of the hill, near complete solar exposure, low
rainfall and past disturbances like fire has resulted in this hillside being nearly devoid of
trees with the exception of the oak woodland/savanna on the north facing slope, This is
likely the historic condition of the Imperatrice property. General Land Office surveys
from the 18705 depicting the area as open grassland support this notion. In the Rogue
Valley, low elevation grasslands like this have been heavily invaded by non.native
annual grasses and yellow starthistle. However, a great deal of the native grassland plant
species, in both number of species and area occupied, remains on the Imperatrice
property above the irrigation canaL The vastness of this relatively rare habitat type plus
the high native species component of the grassland arc unique attributes of the
Imperatrice property. The o}lk woodland retains a large variety of native understory plant
species as well, including a near solid cover of native bunchgrasses,
Flora: Over 55 species of native plants were documented on recent site visits. There are
likely many more present. A rare plant, the Southern Oregon Buttercup (Ranunculus
austro-oreganus), a species known only to these eastern foothill slopes, the Agate Desert
and a little into California, can be found on the property growing under the oaks,
Fauna: Heavy elk use has been reported on this property. This gradual toe slope
descending from the high county makes it a prime corridor for animals moving through
the landscape. Several bird species indicative of grassland and savanna habitats have
been observed on the property, including Oregon's state bird, the Western Meadowlark.
Two species seen on the property are of considerable interest, the Black-billed Magpie
and the Grasshopper Sparrow, as they are typically found east of the Cascades, A few
individuals regularly hop over the divide to reside on these open slopes because they
closely resemble the type of habitats they use on the east side,
Lastly, this huge open grassland offers the aesthetic qualities of wide open landscapes not
easily found in our region,
Imperatrice Flora and Fauna
Selected Plant List
55 plant species observed in total: 38 native; 17 non-native,
Common Name
California compassplant
Meadow deathcamas
Southern Oregon buttercup.
common lomatium
Nineleafbiseuitroot
Deltoid balsamroot
Blow wives
Menzies' fiddleneek
Silver lupine
Miniature lupine
Tolmie star-tulip
Bluedicks
Common woolly sunflower
Largeflower hawksbeard
Lemonscented madia
Prairie Junegrass
Lemmon's needlegrass
Idaho fescue
Klamath plum
Oregon white oak
California black oak
Non.Native Grasses and Forbs
Wild oat
Ripgut brome
Soft brome
Yellow star-thistle
Bristly dogstail grass
Cutleaf geranium
Yellow salsify
Garden vetch
Winter vetch
Bird List
Song Sparrow
Lark Sparrow
Common Raven
Red Tailed Hawk
Brewer's Blackbird
Black billed Magpie.
Latin Name
Wyethia angustifolia
Zigadensus venenosus v, venenosus
Ranunculus austrooreganus
Lomatium utrieulatum
Lomatium triternatum
Balsamorhiza deltoidea
Achyrachaena mollis
Amsinckia menziesii
Lupinus albrifrons
Lupinus hicolor
Calochortus tolmiei
Dichelostemma capitatum
Eriophyl/um lanatum
Crepis occidentalis
Madia dtriodora
Koeleria macraniha
Achnatherum lemmonU
Festuca idahoensis
Prunus subcordata
Quercuv garryana
Quercus kel/oggii
A vena fatua
Bromu~ diandru~
Bromus hordeaceus
Centaurea solstitialis
Cynosurus echinatus
Geranium dissectum
Tragopogon dubius
Vida sativa
Vida viI/usa
Western Meadowlark - Oregon's state bird
Savannah sparrow
American Crow
'Western Kingbird
Barn Owl
Grasshopper Sparrow.
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CITY OF
ASHLAND
Council Communication
Meeting Date:
Department:
Secondary Dept.;
Approval:
Adoption of 2009 City Council Goals and Release of Draft Values Statement and
Draft Vision Statement
Primary Staff Contact:
E-Mail:
Secondary Contact:
Estimated Time:
June 16, 2009
Administration
None
Martha Benne
Martha Bennett
bennettm@ashland.or.us
30 minutes
Question:
Does the City Council want to adopt the City Council Goals for 2009-201 O? Does the City Council
wish to release the Draft Values Statement and Draft Vision for a two month public comment period?
Staff Recommendation:
Staffrecommends adoption of the goals, with the understanding that Council will update and revise the
goals in 2010 to ensure they are still current. Staff further recommends that Council fonnally release
the Draft Values Statement and Draft Vision Statement for a fonnal public comment period.
Background:
On April II ,2009, the City Council held a goal setting retreat. On May 18, 2009, the City Council
reviewed a draft of the products of the retreat which included a draft Values statement, a draft Vision
statement and a draft of the City Council goals. At that study session, Councilors were asked to
provide their recommended changes to these documents to staff by June to, 2009, Three Councilors
submitted written suggestions, and the emailsfromthosesuggestionsareattachedtothismemo.In
addition, staff made a couple ofrevisions for clarity that were discussed at the study session, Finally,
after discussion of an idea with Mayor Stromberg, staff is recommending one change in the economic
development strategy goaL That change is that the economic development strategy should build on
Ashland's successful tourist economy,
If Council wishes to refer to the drafts submitted for the May 18, 2009 Study Session, please pull that
previous packet or check the on-line packet at httP;//www,ashland,oLus/Page.asp,?NavID=I 1884,
Action Requested on Goals:
Staff recommends that the Council take public testimony during a fonnal public hearing on these
goals. Council should then make any revisions desired to the goals statements, Staff then recpmmends
Council adopt the goals fonnally, Staff further recommends that the City Council liaisons to each of
the boards and commissions communicate these goals to our volunteer groups, Staff will then begin
working on the goals that are funded in the FY 2010 budget. Staff will develop work plans and add
packages for next fiscal year for the remaining goals,
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CITY OF
ASHLAND
Action Requested on Draft Values Statement and Draft Vision Statement
Staff notes that Councilor Voisin has proposed a shortened version of the Values Statement. Her
proposals are both noted in the staff draft and are also included as a complete attachment in this packet.
Staff recommends that the Council formally release the draft Values and Vision Statements for a
public comment period. Staffs recommendation about public input of these documents is included as
an attachment to this Council Communication. That outreach plan includes:
o Outreach to key institutions including all city grant recipients, SOU, ASD, and ACH.
o Sending the draft out in City Source and inviting comments.
o Using the City website's survey tool as a way to gather feedback.
o Using the Mayor's Blog to gather feedback,
Staffrecommends that, after a public review period, these statements come back to Council adoption
in the fall.
Attachments:
Draft Values Statement
Draft Vision Document
Proposed City Council Goals
Proposed Outreach Plan
Proposed draft of Values Statement from Councilor Voisin
Email from Councilor Jackson
Email from Councilor Silbiger
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City of Ashland - 2009 City Council Goal Setting Results
June 16, 2009 Public Release Draft
Proposed Values Statement
As members of the Ashland City Council, we value:
Good Government: We value transparent government that is honest and responsive. We value strong,
creative leadership by elected officials and public service by professional staff We value excellent public
service and view ourselves as stewards of public resources, We value active, intelligent, respectful citizen
involvement, and we treasure volunteerism in government and community,
Proposed Alternative from Councilor Voisin:
Democratic government: We value transparent government that is open, visible, honest and
engagiilg We value creative, responsive leadership from elected officials and professional staff.
We value public service as being stewards of public and natural resources, We value active"
respectful citizen involvement as volunteers on commissions/committees and in the wider
community.
Natural Environment We value the beauty and quality of our natural environment We are committed
to enhancing the quality of our air, water, land, open space, and wildlife habitat We treasure our parks,
natural areas and recreational opportunities,
Proposed Alternative from Councilor Voisin:
Nature '.I' community: We value the complexity of nature, We value the heritage of sustaining that
complexity to include restoring air and water quality, to protecting land, open space, and wildlife
habitats within our jurisdiction, We are obligated to maintaining parks and natural areas while
providing elivironmentally friendly recreational opportunities,
Responsible Land Use, We value development that makes efficient use of land, water and energy,
maintains our architectural heritage, protects our strong relationship to nature, and emphasizes high
quality design, We value a healthy, active downtown and central park, We value strong neighborhoods
and efficient public inrrastructure and public services, We value development that prioritizes transit,
bicycling, and walking,
Proposed Alternative from Councilor Voisin:
Responsible land use: We value development that contributes to the aesthetic beauty of our
commullity by maintaining Ollr architectural heritage Gild that brings "green" Gnd quality design
to our neighborhoods. We value conservative water Gnd energy use by our citizens. We value
public transit, bicycling, and walking while diminishing the use of the automobile,
NOTE: In staff-drafted version, the phrase "over the automobile" was deleted after the word
"walking" in the last sentence.
Free Expression. We value a creative climate that invites an open exchange of diverse ideas, We value
the social, economic, and creative contributions of the arts, cultural activities, and community events,
City of Ashland - 2009 City Council Goal Setting Results
June 16, 2009 Public Release Draft
Diversity, We are a welcoming community that invites and respects the individuality and contributions of
all people,
Note: List eliminated as discussed at study session, Deletion of list also suggested by Councilor
Silbiger)
Economy, We value a business community that is attuned with our environmental and social aspirations,
We value an economy that capitalizes on community assets and allows our homegrown entrepreneurs to
succeed, We value an economy that creates community wealth, supports arts and culture, connects to
Southern Oregon University, and supports high quality public services, We value a diverse economy that
provides employment and economic choices for individuals and families,
Proposed Alternative from Councilor Voisin:
Economy: We value a business community that respects its relationship to the environment,and
that demonstrates a commitment to diversity We value a local economy that thrives on doing
business with one another, We value Southern Oregon University's contributions to educating our
workforce, We believe in a living wage and workforce housingfor our community,
Independence, We value our ability to be innovative, to set our own course, to provide public services,
and to meet residents' basic needs,
NOTE: Councilor Jackson suggests deleting the "to meet residents' basic needs phrase,
Education, We value lifelong education, We value the social, economic, cultural, and civic contributions
of strong, integrated educational institutions,
Personal Well Being, We believe all people seek physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We
believe each person needs adequate food, clothing, housing, transportation, health care and personal
safety,
NOTE: Councilor Silbiger suggested that this be revised to not state that people have a "right" to
these items but rather have a need for those things, J revised the statement to reflect that comment,
Sense of Community, We believe Ashland is a unique and special place, We value strong
neighborhoods, families, and communities of interest where residents participate in community life and
feel a strong sense of belonging,
Proposed Alternative from Councilor Voisin to replace Diversity, Independence, Education,
Personal Well Being and Sense of Community statements:
Civil cOlllllllmity: We believe that Ashlalld is a unique and special place because its citizens care
for one another andfor the environment that supports our life together, We value independence
that respects civil liberties. the golden, rule, and the "otherness" of one's neighbor, We value
lifelong education for all our citizens, We believe that each person has a right to adequate food.
clothing, housing, transportation, health care and personal safety,"
City of Ashland - 2009 City Council Goal Setting Results
June 16, 2009 Public Release Draft
Proposed Vision Statement
Ashland is a strikingly beautiful town, nestled on the edge of the Siskiyou Mountains, Ashland is a small,
safe, and welcoming place, Residents enjoy the urban amenities of a university town and a center for
world-class outdoor recreation and performing and visual arts,
Ashland has vibrant neighborhoods, Young singles, families, children, and seniors live in diverse housing
types throughout the town, People know their neighbors, and they work together to care for each other.
Children walk and bicycle to their neighborhood schools, and Ashland's school system is one of the best
in the nation, Every resident can find shopping, recreation, and open space within an easy walk from their
homes,
Ashland's residents treasure the natural environment Salmon spawn in Ashland's creeks, Solar panels
gather energy on rooftops, community gardens dot the parks, drought tolerant plants grace yards, parks
and open spaces. The community cleans and re-uses its stormwater and effluent so no drop is wasted, It
is as easy to walk and bike in Ashland as it is to drive. Ashland is connected to the Rogue Valley and the
entire West coast through strong transit and rail systems, Population growth is managed, making efficient
use ofland and ensuring the community is vibrant
Residents and visitors share Ashland's lively downtown, Ashland is eclectic and funky, and peoples'
differences are treasured, not just tolerated, Visitors return to Ashland year after year to refresh
themselves, to hike, bike, and ski, to learn, and to experience the performing and visual arts, Community
events and festivals allow locals, regional residents, and visitors to share music, food, and ideas.
Ashland supports businesses that are committed to family-wage jobs and Ashland's environmental ethic,
The business community has a strong working relationship with Southern Oregon University, and
university graduates find ample, rewarding employment in Ashland and the region, Small businesses
thrive, and entrepreneurs choose to start and grow their businesses here,
A wilderness is a short hike away from the downtown plaza, Ashland's forests are healthy and managed to
support the unique habitat of the Siskiyou Mountains, support recreation, provide clean drinking water,
and ensure Ashland is safe from forest fire,
The City of Ashland is respected in Oregon and the region as an innovative, effective, efficient, and well
run municipal government The City is well connected to its citizens, and is responsive to citizen and
business needs, The City is an employer of choice to high quality professionals who have chosen public
service as a career.
2009.2010 CITY COUNCIL GOALS
OVERVIEW
The City Council has set goals for the next 12 to 24 months to continue Ashland's history as a community
that focuses on sustaining itsclfand its people. To us, sustainabilily means using, developing and protecting
resources at a rate and in a manner that enables people to meet their current needs and also provides that
future generations can meet their own needs. The City of Ashland has a responsibility towards
sustainability in six primary areas:
o Economy
o Environment
o Social Equity
o Municipal Organization
o Publlc Facilities
o Partnerships
ECONOMY
Goal Proposed for Adoption Estimated Staff and Bude:et Next SteDs! Actions
Develop and implement a comprc- 1 FTE Overall Plan estimated to be formally
hensi ve economic development $150,000 presented to Council in Marchi April
strategy for the purpose of: Included in Budget 2010. Tentative discussion with
o Diversifying the economic base of the Council about proposed work plan in
community July 2009
o Supporting creation and growth of
businesses that use and provide local and Outstanding Issues:
regional products
o Increasing the number of family-wage jobs - Enterprise Zones
in tl1e community - Urban Renewal
o Leveraging the strengths of Asl1land's
tourism and repeat \'isitors
Complete eroman Mill Master Plan Work on Croman assigned to staff in Croman land use code adoption
and develop an implementing strategy Planning and Administration estimated completion is Nov. 2009
for funding and infrastructure for
Croman Funds included in Comm. Dev. Croman infrastructure/
Budget for consulting services as implementation discussion begins
needed August 2009
- Developer financing options
- Grant Availability
- Urban Renewal
Increase the clarity, responsiveness, Project includes all departments that Estimated kick off after water
and certainty of the development take part in the development approval resource ordinance complete: First
process. process (Comm. Dev., PW. Fire. and step is to form interdept team.
Electric). This will require each Second step is to identify key points
Department to allocate staff time in the development review (from pre-
accordingly. app.to final inspection) to accomplish
coordinated. responsive multi-
department actions
Goals for City Council Adoption - June 16,2009
Pagel
2009.2010 CITY COUNCIL GOALS
EN\ IRON~IENT
Goal Proposed for Adoption Estimated Staff and Budget Next SteDS! Actions
Develop an integrated land use and No additional staff. Consulting Waiting on Grant A ward
transportation plan to increase the resources wil] be.needed.
viability of transit, bicycles, walking Project begins after beginning of
and other alternative modes of Budgeted project cost of S350,000 Fiscal Year.
transportation; reduce per capita
automobile vehicle miles traveled; Use Transportation Commission and Estimated timclinc of two years.
provide safe walking and bicycling Planning Commission
routes to home. work, shopping and Includes ratel financing study. Also
schools: implement environmentally includes amendments to
responsible design standards, and comprehensive plan and land use
minimize new automobile-related code.
infrastructure.
Adopt an integrated Water Master No additional staff. Extensive Project begins after beginning of
Plan that addresses long-term waler consulting re~ources will be needed. fiscal year.
supply including climate change
issues, security and redundancy, Total Budget is 5440,000. Estimated timcline of 2 years.
watershed health. conservation and Approximately 25% covered by
reuse, and stream health. grant. Includes rate! financing studv.
Implement specilic capital projects Project involves staff in Project begins this summer. First step
and operational programs to ensure Conservation, Public Works, and includes collection of usage and cost
that City facilities and operations arc Administration. Work in first fiscal of electricity, natural gas, fuel, water.
a model of efficient use of water, year estimated to take about 320 garbage and hazmat.
energy, land, and other key resources hours or a total of 8 weeks of FTE
time. In 200 step, City will obtain carbon-
calculator software to evaluate most
Specific projects will need to be cost-effective methods to address
estimated and scheduled after carbon footprint.
assessment.
Third step is evaluating possible
improvements. Projects to be
incorporated into CIP.
Adopt land use codes, building codes, Staffing provided by long range Sustainable Development Guidelines
and fee structures that creates strong planning section of Community will be evaluated as part ofCroman
incentives for new development that Development. Building inspection Mill Site Redevelopment Plan, with
is energy, water. and land eflicient and conservation staff will also be possible citywide application. The
and supports a multi-modal involved. guidelines will likely address:
transportation system " Conservation of natural water
Professional services monies will systems
likely be allocated to assist with '" Green surface parking systems
illustrations associated with the '" Storm.yvater Run-off (greens
development of green development streets and parking areas)
guidelines '" Low impacl building design
., Low impact site development
Review Architecture 2030 ., Reduction of construction waste
Standard...?
Work with the Oregon Building
Codes Divisions to make Grecn
"Building Code" alternatives
available. Existing examples of pre-
engineered, locally approved (hy the
Building Official) design alternatives
include: rain water infiltration.
catchments and harvesting systems
Develop a strategy to use Requires three times more Will be considered in FY 2011
conservation and local renewable conservation in Ashland than already budget.
sources to meet Tier 2 power in place.
demands by 2014 Staff will continue to work on
Likely will require 1 to 2 additional conservation and alternative energy
FTE for conservation, and a total generation projects.
budget increase of between $400,000
and $450,000 per year. Up to 40%
this may be off-set by federal dollars
and other conservation incentives
Goals for City Council Adoption - June 16,2009
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2009.2010 CITY COUNCIL GOA LS
SOCI,\1. EQUITY
Goal Pro;;osed for Adontion Estimated Staff and Budpet Next SteDS! Actions
Complete the development of Primal)' staffing will include the Phase One - HAle Project
affordable housing on the Clay Street Housing Program Specialist (.25 . Completesub-rccipient
property FTE) and participation from current agreements and monitoring ofthc
and long range staff(.2 FTE). road improvements as required by
Additionally, some professional CDBG,
services monics could be allocated to Time line - July 2009 - Dec. 2010
site plan development for phase II
(the remainder of the property not Phase Two - Remainder of the
associated with the Housing Property
Authority project). . Develop the RFP for the build out
of the 1.25 or 5 acre remainder
(depends on Parks)
. Work with the Housing
Commission to determine housing
needs for the site
. Get RFP reviewed and approved
by Council, Issue, review,
I, selection - public hearings for
disposition of public property
. Contract negotiation / Developer
agreement.
Time line -Julv 2009 -Julv 2010
Conduct a comprehensive study of Unknown Develop cost estimate and budget
Ashland's homeless proposal
Will be estimated prior to FY 2011
budget process
Coordinate with 2010 U.S. Census
ORG""'IZATIO'"
Goal Pronosed for Adontion Estimated Staff and BudQet Next Stens! Actions
Develop plan for fiscal stability, Staff was added to assist L Establish FY 20 I 0-20 II budget
manage costs, prioritize services, and Administrative Services in FY 2009. with existing target ending fund
insure key revenue streams for the balances (August 2009)
City and Parks & Recreation. No consulting resources were added. 2, Schedule a study session on
If outside evaluations arc needed, revised target EFBs. debt levels.
they will need to be discussed in FY tax-rate-fee implications, service
2011 budget. level alternatives and timeline
(October - November 2009)
3, Report to Council on progress
(January 2010)
4, Adoption of targets for FY 20 I 0-
2011 budget (March 2010)
5, Annual report and desired
adjustments (January-February
cach ycar),
Address issues the stability of the No new staff will be added. Classification part of study will create
organization including employee fair, justifiable classification system,
recruitment and retention; succession Classification! Compensation Study is to attempt to resolve issues related to
planning; and effective and increased undernray at cost of S55,000. specific classifications and to step
use of citizen volunteers. system.
Financial resources have not been
identified for other pieces such as Compensation study will help the
leadership dcv. training, employee City determine how our package
recognition or a volunteer use compares to the market and provide
expansion plan. Some work can be data to analyze Personnel costs. The
done with cross training and with time-line for the Study is 3-4
expansion of existing programs. months. Staff will work with
Other improvements will be Cl?llncil on an implementation plan
considered with FY 2011 budQeL
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2009-2010 CITY COUNCIL GOALS
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Coal Pronosed for Adontion Staff! BudtJct Next Slens! Actions
Develop a plan to replace Fire Station No new staffing needed Currently working to ensure all
#2 required planning steps to build Fire
No funds arc currently available. Station #2 have been met in order to
respond to "shovel ready"
requirements for Federal Stimulus
funds (Estimate Fall 2009)
Staff proposes to apply for funds
through Department of Homeland
Security when guidelines arc
published (expected in Summer
2009).
Refine a long term strategy for the No new staffing proposed Convene Council Committee
Ashland Fiber Network that improves discussed when AFN business plan
its financial viability, provides high was adopted by Council (July( August
quality services to residents. and 2009)
promotes healthy economic
development. Apply for stimulus funds for Wi-Max
and network expansion
I'ART~ERSIIIPS
Goal Pr~o5ed for Adontion Estimated Staff and Budl!ct Next Steos/Actions
Foster strong collaboration of the No additional Staff needed.
loca] community, City, Slate and
Federal leaders in efforts to improve Requires extensive Mayor/Council
the health of the Ash]and watershed involvement
through reducing fire hazards and
restoring forest health
Restore rail service to and through No additional staff needed 1. Meet with other partner
Ashland governments
Need cost estimate on technical and 2. Meeting with current service
legal framework for any solution. providers,
3. Continue to establish partnerships
Council has requested budget with regional jurisdictions in both
infonnation. California and Oregon,
4. Keep Oregon legislators infonncd
5. Seek State and Federa] financial
assistance.
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Proposed
Community Involvement/Public Outreach
Council Values Statement
Statement:
During its annual goal setting retreat the City Council developed a draft Values Statement. The
statement reflects the values identified by the council and represents core priorities for the City of
Ashland. The Council no,w seeks input from the Ashland community on the proposed Values
Statement.
Obiective:
To adopt a Values Statement that reflects the values of the Ashland community.
Puroose:
Solicit input from the Ashland community on the proposed Values Statement.
Strategy:
Provide the proposed Values Statement to the community and solicit community input using a
variety of outreach tools.
Timeline:
. June) July, August- solicit community input
. September - complete outreach
. October - revise draft to reflect citizen input
. November - adopt revised Value Statement
Action How Who When
Develop solicitation Brainstorm three or four questions to City June
questions to elicit pose to the community about the Administrator/Mayor
substantive feedback draft Values Statement
Advertise outreach Display ads in local papers and Radio Staff June, July, August
efforts sponsor ad on lPR (costs approx.
$800 - $ 1000 for both)
Use existing outreach Post on-line news item and link to Staff June, July
tools to present the survey tool (city website)
draft values statement Include in City Source (city
and Questions newsletter)
Contact local web Request posting on local community Staff June
hosting sites to engage web sites (Ashland Resource, Today
their readers and solicit in Ashland, Chamber etc.)
feedback
Present draft to City Send the draft and solicitation Staff Liaison July, August, September
CCBs questions prior to the CCB monthly
meeting for review.
Attend monthly meetings for review Council
and discussion. Liaison/Chair
Send draft and SOU, ASD, ACH etc Staff July
questions to grant Grant Recipients
recipients and key
institutions for Board
review and input
Meet with local service Speakers 8 ureau Individual Councilors July, August, September
groups, organizations, (Kiwanis, Rotary, Soroptomists,
etc Lions, etc.)
Councilors meet with Individual council members host Individual Councilors June, July, August,
constituents to discuss open "coffees" or "living room September
draft and auestions chats"
Suggestions for values statement from Carol Voisin
June 10, 2009
Democratic government: We value transparent government that is open, visible, honest and
engaging. We value creative, responsive leadership from elected officials and professional staff.
We value public service as being stewards of public and natural resources. We value active.
respectful citizen involvement as volunteers on commissions/committees and in the wider
community.
Nature's communi tv: We value the complexity of nature. We value the heritage of sustaining
that complexity to include restoring air and water quality, to protecting land, open space, and
wildlife habitats within our jurisdiction. We are obligated to maintaining parks and natural areas
while providing environmentally friendly recreational opportunities.
Responsible land use: We value development that contributes to the aesthetic beauty of our
community by maintaining our architectural heritage and that brings 'green' and quality design
to our neighborhoods. We value conservative water and energy use by our citizens. We value
public transit, bicycling, and walking while diminishing the use of the automobile.
Economy: We value a business community that respects its relationship to the environment and
that demonstrates a commitment to diversity. We value a local economy that thrives on doing
business with one another. We value Southern Oregon University's contributions to educating
our workforce. We believe in a living wage and workforce housing for our community.
Civil community: We believe that Ashland is a unique and special place because its citizens care
for one another and for the environment that supports our life together. We value independence
that respects civil liberties, the golden rule, and the 'otherness' of one's neighbor. We value
lifelong education for all our citizens. We believe that each person has a right to adequate food,
clothing, housing, transportation, health care and personal safety."
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Date:
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Martha Bennett
Diana Shiplet
6/11/20093:05:53 PM
Fwd: Re: values and vision comments
Please attach to the packet.
Thanks
Martha
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>>> Kate Jackson <kate(a)counciLashland.or.us> 6/10/2009 1 :53 PM >>>
'Martha,
yes, you may attach the emaiL
further, here are my thoughts on the goals. as before, I think you have done a terrific job of putting words
on paper. i support the resuit.
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I believe we have a set of goals that provide guidance to staff, that meet at least some of each of our
concerns, and that are realistic for this time period. Only through council discussion, as we proceed with
the goals, will we define more closely what we as a group agree should happen.
I look forward to the times when we can have those discussions.
Sincerely,
Kate Jackson
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To: "Kate Jackson" <kate(a)counciLashland.or.us>
Sent: Wednesday, June 10, 2009 9:21:17 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: Re: values and vision comments
I would like to attach this email to the packet. OK with you?
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>>> Kate Jackson <kate(a)counciLashland.or.us> 6/9/2009 6:32 PM >>>
Martha,
in the interest of brevity and of a less is more approach to editing, here are a few comments on the vision
and values statements you drafter for us. I applaud your effort and results. Thank you for putting them
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together.
^
On the vision statement, I would make three changes: 1) you already noticed the need to put the word
'city' in the second sentence, after 'welcoming'. the resulting sentence runs on a bit... but whatever
2) third paragraph: while we have a dry 'Mediterranean' climate in that the rainfall occurs mostly in the
fall/winter/spring, i do not consider us a 'high desert town'. i would simply stop the sentence with 'wasted'.
3) same paragraph: i'm not sure what to replace it with, but i would not use the word 'aggressively' with
population growth. perhaps it is simply a moderate growth rate.
On the values statement, again, you have done a masterful job of phrasing our collective ideals.
1) i am not sure that 'single occupancy vehicle' is any better than automobile, but i do not believe that we
will move away from SOY because of our hills and autos may become powered by a more sustainable
method.
2) Personally i would delete both the Free Expression and the Diversity statements, but i realize that
communities like to include those things so would leave them alone
~) under Economy, 'social aspirations' is not elsewhere described... I would add the word "diverse" in
front of 'economy' in the last sentence. there is no reference to high tech or environmentally conscious or
sustainable, which may be fine to avoid categorizing and limiting ourselves.
4) under Independence, i disagree that the City believes it should meet the basic needs of the citizens. i
would instead end with 'and to provide high quality public services'. however, that repeats the phrase high
quality public services from the Economy paragraph.
5) i would delete the Personal Well-Being statement; again what role does the city have in promoting
food, clothing, health care, and transportation. personal safety only in the sense of a safe community, with
capable policing.
6) as to order, I would put Independence and Sense of Community up after Good Government, followed
by Natural Environment, Land Use and Economy. That puts the free expression, diversity and education
at the tail end.
Not very creative on my part, but this will be a starting point from which i am comfortable seeking public
comment.
Many thanks,
Kate
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Date:
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Martha Bennett
Diana Shiplet
6/11/20093:09:04 PM
Fwd: Goal notes etc.
Please attach with packet. Thanks
Martha
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>>> Russ Silbiger <russ@council.ashland.or.us> 6/9/2009 5:27 PM >>>
Mostly minor edits
Diversity. We are a welcoming community that invites and respects the individuality and contributions of
all people regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental ability,
or financial ability.
>1 think the sentence should end at 'all people.' Don't want to leave anyone out.
Personal Well Being. We value the right of all people to physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We
believe each person has a right to adequate food, clothing, housing, transportation, health care and
personal safety.
>You know, I'm not sure whether I agree with all those "rights", since if that is true, then anyone could
claim their right to them. Anything softer? Wven the Declaration says pursuit of happiness, not the right to
it.
Ashland is a strikingly beautifui town, perched on the Siskiyou Mountains. Ashland is a small, safe, and
welcoming with the urban amenities of a university town and a center for world-class outdoor recreation
and performing and visual arts.
>Ok, we are not perched! Nestled?
>Ashland is small, safe and welcoming, with the urban amenities of a university town, and a center for
world-class outdoor recreation and performing and visual arts.
>Actualiy should be two sentences, and if I wanted to be picky I would ask 'what are the urban amenities
that a university town has that other towns don't?
Solar panels blink from rooftops,
>As opposed to winking? Really, they don't blink. "gather energy" , dot, umm.....
The Goals are fine. You did a really great job pulling them together.
Russ Silbiger
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