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AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 1, 1987
I.
PLEDGE OF
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ROLL CALL ~
APPROVAL OF , UTES:
Regular meeting of August 18, 1987
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PETITIONS & REMONSTRANCES:
Robert Fredinburg appealing a decision of the Planning Commission
a 62 unit low-income housing development at Siskiyou and Be11view Ave.
for public hearing for September 15, 1987 at 7:30 PoM.)
from tenants of Ash1ander Apartments concerning rent increases.
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Report from City Attorney on legal status of trolley-car buseso.
NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
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Memo from Conservation Coordinator concerning Model Conservation Standards
surcharge policy.
Mayor's appointment of Pam Burkholder as Municipal Judge Pro-Tem.
Business from the audience not included on the agenda.
PUBLIC FORUM:
ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS:
1.
First reading of an ordinance vacating an alley off High Street near Susan Lane.
2. First reading of an ordinance amending the land-use ordinance with respect to
variances, site reviews, and lot depth requirements in Residential Districtso
3. Resolution naming an alley off Nursery St. near N. Main St. as Woolen Wayo
4. Draft resolution relative to the protection of the Rogue River.
5. Resolution reducing electric rates.
IX. OTHER BUSINESS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
X. ADJOURNMENT
Att'achments:
1. Minutes of Board~, Commissions and Committees
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PETITIONS & REMONSTRANCES:
A letter from Croman Corporation was read expressing
their interest in purChasing property on Mistletoe
Road which they currently lease from the City. B.L.
Kaufman, Croman Corp., told of plans to modernize the
mill and said financing would be more easily obtained
if land was owned instead of leased. On question
from Arnold as to estimated cost of project, Kaufman
said ,approximately three million dollars, and
explained that no new jobs would be created, outside
of the construction work. Kaufman also requested an
extension of the lease should the sale not go through.
City Attorney Ron Salter explained a ,pUblic hearing
is required by law in order to dispose of public
property, at which time an appraisal of the property
would be required. Laws moved to instruct staff to
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Purchase of Propty.
Mistletoe Road
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL
August 18, 1987
Mayor L. Gordon Medaris led the Pledge of Allegiance
and called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. on the
above date in the Council Chambers. Elerath, Reid,
Williams, Acklin, Laws and Arnold were present.
Elerath asked that Sentence 14 under "OTHER BUSINESS"
be revised to show that Council had received the
letter from the volunteer fire department in
Guanajuato requesting fire equipment; and Council
agreed that a letter should go out from the Mayor to
local service clubs asking for assistance in the
matter. Acklin moved to approve the minutes of the
Regular Meeting of August 4, 1987 as amended; Reid
seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice
vote.
Planning Director John Fregonese gave the background
and explanation of the proposed amendments to Chapter
18 of the Ashland Municipal Code, Land-use Ordinance.
Councilor Laws suggested the wording of Planning
Action 87-065, changes to Section 18.100.020 of the
Land-use Code concerning negative impacts on adjacent
uses, be amended to say that the proposed benefits
will be greater than any negative impact. The public
hearing was opened and closed, with no response from
the audience. Elerath said the changes were good and
moved to accept them with the wording changes proposed
by Councilor Laws; Williams seconded the motion which
passed unanimously on voice vote. An ordinance will
be prepared for the next meeting.
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COMMUNICATIONS, PETITIONS & REMONSTRANCES: (Continued)
Property Purch. obtain evidence of the value of said property; Reid
Mistletoe Road seconded the motion and asked' if jobs would be lost as
a result of the modernization, 'to which Kaufman
replied that jobs would not be lost, but they will be
able to make more lumber. The ,motion passed unani-
mously on voice vote.
Liquor License
Application
Paving Cut Request
Lit Way/Parker St.
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Non-laywers in
Municipal Court
NEW & MISCELLANEOUS
Monthly Financial
Commentary
A memo was read which reported 'four years of
delinquent property taxes owing on premises at 1474
Siskiyou, the site of The Bushes. Scott R. Bushnell,
Lessee of the property, applied for liquor license
which was recommended for approval by the Police Dept.
Staff recommended the approval be tabled until
property taxes were current. ,Acklin moved to approve
liquor license application on the condition that the
taxes were paid. Laws seconded the motion which
passed unanimously on voice vote.
A letter from Carolyn and David Salisbury, 1716 Parker
Street, was read requesting permission to cut pavement
on either Parker St. or Lit Way for utility hookup,
both of which are under paving moratorium until 1991
and August of 1988 respectively. Public Works
Director Alsing explained that at the time of the
Parker Street paving, the Salisbury's were not
interested in developing the second lot. Arnold asked
what harm would be done by waiting until August of
1988 to cut pavement on Lit Way, to which Mrs.
Salisbury replied that the buyer would prObably back
out of the sale. Laws moved to grant the request;
Reid seconded the motion which passed on voice vote as
follows: Reid, Williams, Acklin and Laws, YES;
Elerath and Arnold, NO.
City Attorney Salter reported that State Law gives
the Municipal Judge right to decide if non-lawyers
should be allowed to represent defendants in Municipal
Court. No action necessary by Council.
BUSINESS:
City Administrator Almquist reported that this is the
final commentary for the 1986-87 fiscal year. Arnold
moved to accept and place on file; Acklin seconded the
motion which passed unanimously on voice vote.
Finance Director Bob Nelson was commended for doing a
fine job on the commentary.
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B.P.A. Rate Incr.
Water Bond Re-
payment Options
Naming of Alley
Off Nursery St.
PUBLIC FORUM:
Ashland Taxi Co.
Re: RVTD Cable Car
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BUSINESS: (Continued)
Almquist briefly reviewed a letter from Bonneville
Power Administration concerning their rate raise of
7.7%. The City has over-realized $92,000 over the
past three months because BPA did not raise their
,rates as high as was projecte~. Almquist recommended
a 2% across the board electric ,rate decrease for all
classifications in the current Electric Rate Schedule,
to be effective October 1, 1987. A proposed rate
schedule will be prepared for the next meeting.
A memo was read concerning repayment options on the
proposed water bond. City Administrator Almquist
reviewed the three options and his recommendation of
using $81,000 of the June 30 fund balance surplus in
the Water Quality Fund, and adjusting water rates by
6%. The latter would result in an increase in average
residential water bills of about $.89-$1.07/per month.
Almquist pointed out that the 2% decrease in electric
rates would reduce utility bills by approximately the
same amount. A brief discussion was held concerning
areas to be benefitted by the new reservoir which will
serve the northwest area of town, currently under
water moratorium. Reid moved to accept Almquist's
recommendation; Acklin seconded the motion which
passed unanimously on voice vote.
A memo from the Ashland Historic Commission was read
suggesting names for an alley off Nursery Street. The
three names, Conway Alley, North School Way and Woolen
Way each hold historic significance for that
particular area. Reid expressed interest in asking
the Historic Commission for assistance in the future
on such issues, and moved to adopt the name "Woolen
Way". Laws seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously on voice vote.
Dennis Perkins, Ashland Taxi Co., expressed concern
about the cable car the Rogue Valley Transit District
is using for service on Siskiyou Boulevard. He
started a hotel/motel shuttle service about two years
ago which runs all year long, and is concerned the
cable car will have an adverse affect on this service.
Mr. Perkins also expressed concern about the safety of
passengers on the cable car. After a discussion about
the City's right to control the configuration of
R.V.T.b.'s buses, Laws asked that City Attorney Salter
research the legal authority of the City, find what
the intent of R.V.T.D. is concerning the bus, and
submit a report for the next meeting. There being no
further comment from the audience, the public forum
section of the meeting was closed.
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ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS:
Alley Vacation An ordinance vacating a portion of the alley between
off High Street High Street and North Main Street was read. Arnold
moved to pass to second reading and Laws seconded the
motion. After considerable discussion concerning the
walkway plans and if they would be carried through,
it was decided that Williams and Laws will talk with
the property owners and bring back a report. Arnold
withdrew the motion and Laws seconded. The first
reading of the ordinance was delayed until the matter
could be settled.
Hangar Purchase
at Municipal Airp.
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OTHERBUSINESS
Gold Spike
Ceremony and
Forensics Lab.
Groundbreaking
A memo was read concerning a pian for purchasing open,
closed and maintenance hangars at the Ashland
Municipal Airport for a purchase price of $126,075.00.
The FBO lease agreement provides for the FBO to
collect and administer .hangar rental fees, retaining
20% of same and returning 80% to the City. Rental
fees ,will return approximately ,$18,000 annually to the
City. Arnold moved to purchase the hangars for the
price stated and authorize the Mayor and City Recorder
to sign a contract with Southern Oregon Skyways. Laws
seconded the motion which passed unanimously on voice
vote.
FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Mayor Medaris gave a brief reminder of the upcoming
Golden Spike Ceremony at 5th & "A" Streets on' August
26, 5:30 P.M. and the groundbreaking ceremony for the
Forensics Lab on August 27, at 10:45 a.m.
Energy Advisory
Comm. Meeting
ADJOURNMENT
Councilor Reid asked the Council to contact her with
any ideas they might wish her to take to the Energy
Advisory Commission meeting she will be attending on
August 28th. '
The meeting adjourned at 9:05 P.M.
Nan E. Franklin
City Recorder
L. Gordon Medaris
Mayor
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~lanning Action U81-090
62-unit apartment compl~
Dear City I
We are writing to the City Council requesting a hearing to appeal the
project presented to the Ashland Planning Commission on August 12, 1981, on the
above-referenced matter. The City of Ashland Planning Commission and Staff failed
in the following areaSI
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Failed to give any written notice to adjoining property owners. Tax Lot
1000 has never been notified.
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To protect the best interest of the surrounding property and property
owners. The City of Ashland Planning Staff was negligent in their duties
to point out; ethe devaluation of adjoining property in allowing the develop-
ers to think their plans for construction of a three-story barracks-type
structure right next to my home would be acceptable.
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The proposal as submitted would also destroy the beauty of the community.
The huge redwood is to be saved but it is surrounded by pyrancanta, roses,
lilacs, a cherry tree, poplars and a family of silver maples, creating
a park-like setting. To demolish this would be foolish and wasteful since
the proposal did have a recreation area for the residents. A special plan
for this special 'site needs to be drafted.'
These matters need to be examined in detail. The City of Ashland Planning
Staff overlooked having notified us of this action in the first place. 1 can't take
the chance of any more serious oversights.
Please advise the time and date of the hearing. Thank you.
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2275 Siskiyou Boulevard
Ashland, Oregon 97520
482-4447
Attached: Copy of the letter to the Planning Department dated August 6, 1987 and
three copies of pertinent maps.
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First, after looking over the above-referenced notice regarding the
propoaed re-zoning, we find it to be both incorrect and incomplete.
1/1. lhe size of the property, Tax Lot 111701 is not 2.29 acres as
stated in the notlee. It is fess than two (2) acres. Attached
is a copy of the Hurst Survey, Attachment "A". lhe lot would be
too small for thla development.
1/2. The zoning is incorrect for such a project. Ashland has property
all ready zoned and doea not need to re-zone (,;-1 8usiness IUgh",ay
property for multi-family units until the existing multi-fawily
zoned property ia exhausted.
1/3. The map ia iocomplete on the notices sent. it does not show where
the property ia located or identify the adjoining properties. lt is
very deceptive. Attached are two coples of DlSpS, one of .,Sp
1/39-1E-14C indicating the proposal and, one of maPc39-1E-148 indicating
my ,property which is adversely effected.
114. The notice, falled to mention the proposed building structures are
going to be at least three stories high, approximately 4~ feet.
This is in: directconfUct with the solar access c6de, My home would
not just be put in the shade, my home--entirely--would be put into
a cave-llke' a tmosphere I
ln conclusion, we str6ngly object to re-zoning this property. lhe low.
income housing for the elderly should be loca ted in a mul ti-fao.lly-zoned residential
area in harmony with their needa.
NOW, the gravest error in this entire sltuation, is the fact that we had
N~VEk been notified originally. 10 addition to all the mistakes in this project,
we were completely overlooked. 'My property adjoins this on the westerly border.
A day before the original hearing, a neighbor called to see how we felt about the
proposal. Needless to say........we were shocked.
Attaclunents:
"A" copy of Hurst survey
"u" copy of map 39 H. l4C
"c" copy of olaY 39 IE 1411
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2275 Siskiyou lllvd.
Ashland, Uregon 97520
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Ashland, Oregon 97520
August 26,1987
Members of the Ashland City Council
City Hall
Ashland, Oregon 97520
Dear COIIDcilmembers:
We, members of a loosely-knit, incipient renters' association and citizenS
of the Ashland community, request to be placed on the council meeting's agenda
for Tuesday evening, September I, 1987. Our PurPose is twofold:
1. To gain the support of the Council in our attempts with the owners of the
Ashlander apartments to rescind the unconscionable rent increase scheduled
for September I, 1987.
2. To encourage the Council to assume leadership in protecting Ashland citizens
against extortionate and unconscionable rent increases and evictions by
unscrupulous landlords.
As you are well aware, a housing shortage exists in Ashland and does not promise
to go away. Under Oregon code, this condition gives landlords--through arbitrary
rent increases and evictions--the power to intimidate, abuse, and leave homeless
innocent and defenseless citizens. No person in this country should have that
kind of power over others, and as fellow citizens, we openly appeal to your
conscience. Moreover, this condition of allowing landlords"to impose unjustified
economic hardship on others affects the quality of life of the conmnmity. It
contributes to overcrowding and unsanitary conditions of housing units as more
people pool their incomes to meet the exorbitant rent; it ,contributes to increased
crime and violence and to family break-ups; it contributes to a general social
decline as a sense of fair play and justice in conmnmity iristitutions is lost.
In turn, a greater strain and burden is placed upon the conmnmity welfare and
social services. The problem is real, it is happening now, and it promises to
worsen.if it continues to be ignored.
Enclosed are various petitions, documents, and correspondence concerning our
particular (and on-going) struggle for justice at the Ashlander apartments.
Your familarization with their contents and the issues involved will facilitate
our presentation at the September I, 1987 meeting. While seeking the Council's
support in our struggle, we wish to emphasize that this is a conmnmity problem.
Our concern is for all the citizens of Ashland, and for the quality of life of
the community.
Respectfully yours,
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MEMO
TO: Mayor and Members of the City
Council
'FROM: Ronald L. Salter,
City Attorney
SUBJECT: Antique Trolley
Buses
DATE: September I, 1987
Ladies and Gentlemen:
As I have been out of town for a few days, I asked
Georgia Daniels, an attorney associated with me, to look into
the above subject. Attached is a copy of her memo to me of
August 26, 1987, which basically concludes that if R.V.T.D.
and the City of Ashland do not agree on the type of vehicle
that may be used, the matter will be settled by the arbitrator
appointed by the Governor.
At the last meeting comments were made about the
trolley being somewhat unsafe for two reasons. One was that
it invites pedestrians to enter from both sides, and thus
places them in the traffic lanes and in danger. The other was
that it does not have sides on it all around so as to be as
protective of the passengers as a normal bus. Safety issues
would, I believe, be of substantial value if we go to arbitra-
tion.
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RONALD L. SALTER
ATTORNEY AT LAW
G4 THIRD STREET
ASHLAND. OREGON 97520
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ATlDRNEY AT LAW
94 Third Street . Ashland, OR 97520 . (503) 482,4215
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Ron Salter DATE: August 26, 1987
Georgia Daniels)7j SUBJECT: Rogue Valley Transportation
Does the City of Ashland have th~ legal authority to
the type of vehicles used in the City by the Rogue Valley
District?
FROM:
ISSUE:
control
Transit
ANSWER: Yes.
City's public
the governing
ORS 267.570 provides that the RVTD may use the
thoroughfare in a manner mutually agreed upon by
bodies of the RVTD and the City of Ashland. '
"267.570 - Powers Relating to Public Transporta-
tion. (1) For purposes of public transportation, a
district may:,
(F) Use a public thoroughfare in a manner mutually
agreed to by the governing bodies of the district and
of the thoroughfare or, if they cannot so agree upon
how the district may use the thoroughfare, in a manner
determined by an arbitrator appointed by the Governor."
ANALYSIS: This enabling statute setting forth powers of the tran-
sit district relating to public transportation requires agreement
between the City:,and RVTD as to the manner in which RVTD may use
City thoro]Jghfares. It would seem logical to include in "use" of
the thoroughfare not only the route or schedule of use, but the
type of conveyance allowed on the thoroughfare as well. Therefore,
the City Council may object to continued use of antique trolley
buses, if the City decides that they are inappropriate. If the
City Council and RVTD cannot agree on a resolution of the issue,
the Governor would appoint an arbitrator to resolve the dispute.
There is no case law interpreting ORS 267.570(f), and an
Attorney General's opinion on other sections of ORS 267.570 is
not relevant, to this issue.
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Dick Wanderscheid ~
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Draft BPA Model Conservation Standards Surcharge Polic~
BPA has just released its Proposed Model Conservation Standards
(MCS) Surcharge Policy. BPA expects to finalize this policy by
September I, 1987. While the final policy could be different, I
felt it was important to inform you about what is contained in the
draft policy and how it would impact the City.
Background
On April 27, 1983, the Northwest Power Planning Council adopted
its first Northwest Conservation and Electric Power Plan. As
required by the Northwest Power Act, the Council's first plan
contained MCS for newly constructed residential and commercial
buildings that used electricity for space heating and
conditioning. This plan required state and local governments and
electric utilities to adopt and enforce MCS as building codes or
utility service standards by Jan. I, 1986. Where the standards or
an alternative plan was not adopted by Jan. I, the Council'
recommended that the BPA administrator impose a surcharge on the
Utilities wholesale electric bill. In Oct, 1984 the Council set
the utility surcharge at 10 % of the wholesale electric bill for
that portion of utilities' electric load where the standards were
not adopted. Based on 1986 electric sales, the 10% yearly
surcharge for Ashland would be $299,839.
The Power Planning Council amended the MCS when they adopted their
1986 Power Plan and again in January, 1987. This version of the
proposed surcharge policy is in response to the 1987 amendment of
the MCS. This latest Council MCS version recommended that in the
residential sector, the BPA Administrator impose a 10% surcharge
on utilities which do not submit: I) an initial plan for
implementation of the Bonneville/Utility Residential MCS Program
(Super Good Cents);2) a plan for implementation of an alternative
program which is approved by Bonneville as being equivalent; or 3)
a declaration, approved by Bonneville, that the MCS for
residential buildings will be met by building codes.
Utilities are given the same three options to avoid a commercial
surcharge. Both of these recommendations allowed BPA to set the
date when utilities would be required to demonstrate to BPA their
compliance with these requirements.
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Bonneville is proposing that utilities submit evidence of a plan
for compliance with the residential MCS by Nov. I, 19B7. The
surcharge would commence on Feb I, 1987 for utilities which do not
implement a Bonneville approved residential MCS plan. utilities
like Ashland who are active in the Super Good Cents Program would
need only submit a copy of their budget worksheet and Federal
Assistance Form 1813 and provide evidence that they are
implementing the Super Good Cents program. Therefore, Ashland
will be able to comply with the provisions of the proposed policy
with relative ease.
Commercial Requirements
Bonneville is proposing that utilities submit evidence of a plan
for compliance with the commercial MCS by May I, 1988. BPA is
proposing that a surcharge be imposed beginning Aug. I, 198B for
utilities which do not implement a Bonneville-approved Commercial
MCS plan. One big advantage that Oregon utilities have in the
commercial sector is the fact that the Oregon Commercial Building
Code is very close to compliance with the Council's Commercial
MCS. It is estimated by the Oregon Dept. of Energy that it
captures from B5% to lOOt of the energy savings of the council's
Commercial MCS.
Right after BPA released its draft surcharge policy it also
released its draft commercial BPA/utility MCS program. As
explained earlier, enrollment in this program would prevent a
utility from being surcharged in the commercial sector. This
draft program is called the "Energy Edge Design'Assistance
Program" and it is included as part of BPA's new marketing
program. utilities have until May I, 198B to select this program
as one of the ways to avoid the commercial surcharge.
Bonneville's stated long-term purpose in offering this program
"is to improve the electric efficiency of new commerical buildings
constructed in the Pacific Northwest." They also consider it a
marketing program "because it provides a means for utilities to
promote long term load growth that will provide a net economic
benefit to Bonneville and the region."
BPA has designed this program to be implemented by utilities. It
will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Utilities
will select the program delivery option that best fits their
needs and circumstances. The BPA approach allows utilities to
choose a level of participation commensurate with their commercial
construction activity and their desire to participate. utility
options are to promte the availability of design services, screen
clients who respond to the promotion, provide technical assistance
to building designers, and make awards to energy efficient new
commercial buildings. The utilities may authorize BPA to select
an alternative service provider to offer the technical assistance
portion of the program in their service areas.
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BPA believes that it is not cost effective for utilities to offer
technical assistance unless there are a significant number of new
commercial buildings being built in their service area.
Bonneville has developed three utility options under this program,
the difference between the options is the level of service that a
utility chooses to provide.
The level of utility participation that would be appropriate for
Ashland would be program option 3. This option is for utilities
having less than 25 new commercial hookups per year. utilities
selecting this option should have staff capable of promoting
program services and determining the 'level of technical assistance
that is necessary for a particular building. Ashland's
responsibilities under this option would be to promote the
program, screen and consult with clients who respond to the
program promotion, and participate in the presentation of awards.
All technical assistance would be provided by the alternative
service provider at the utility's request.
BPA's draft program envisions the state energy officers as
providing technical design assistance on a utilities' behalf.
Other organizations such as universities, non-profit
organizations, or BPA's area and district offices could also serve
as alternative service providers. The draft program makes no
decision as to the actual provider of this service, however.
BPA's draft program also is proposing setting up a regional
clearinghouse of information on energy efficiency for new
commercial buildings. BPA would request proposals for and select
an organization to set up and operate this clearinghouse.
The clearinghouse's function would be to provide information to
interested parties. It would include a newsletter, new product and
technology updates, answering day to day questions, providing
design tools and building design handbooks, providing specialized
training for utilities and alternative service providers, a
research plan to measure the effectiveness of the program,
development and introduction of curriculum on energy efficiency
into architectural and engineering schools in the Pacific
Northwest, and a program evaluation process.
BPA is proposing to use grant agreements to implement this
program. BPA will meet with utilites to explain the grant offering
and answer utility questions. utilities would then submit grant
proposals to Bonneville. Negotiations would be held and grants
would be awarded on a first-come first-served basis until program
funds are exhausted.
Based on this draft program and Ashland's current level of
activity in the commercial sector, it appears that operating the
option 3 BPA/utility MCS program can be accomplished with existing
staff without creating a significant amount of additional
workload. So it looks like avoiding the commercial surcharge can
be accomplished in Ashland without serious difficulty.
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City council Members
Jtf rom:
L. Gordon Medaris, Mayor
~ubjed:
Appointment of Judge Pro-Tern
Due to David Orf's resignation as Judge Pro-tern, I respect-
fully request your approval of the appointment of Attorney at
Law Pam Burkholder to replace Orf.
Judge Drescher and I agree Ms. Burkholder is well qualified
(see attached resume) to serve as Judge Pro-tern.
Thanks for your approval.
Attachments (2)
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EDUCATION:
1972
1967
1963
PAMELA ANN BURKHOLDER
110 Pine Street
Ashland, Oregon 97520
(503) 482-5099
George Washington University National Law Center,
J.D. with Honors.
Smith College, B.A., with Honors in American Studies.'
Grimsley High School, Greensboro, North Carolina.
Admitted to the Oregon State Bar, May, 1987; California State
Bar, June, 1973.
EMPLOYMENT:
1983-1985
1982-1983
1976-1982
1973-1976
1972-1973
Summer, 1971
Summer, 1970
Non-Judicial Hearing Officer, Stockton State
Hospital Mental Health Facility.
Staff Counsel II, California State Department of
Agriculture, Pesticide Enforcement Unit.
Responsible for coordinating litigation and
supervision of two other attorneys.
Deputy Public Defender, San Joaquin County Public
Defender's Office, Stockton, California. Appeared
in Misdemeanor and Felony Courts, Juvenile and
Mental Health proceedings. During the last year,
supervised five Juvenile Court Deputies.
General practice of law, Redding, California.
Research Attorney with private law firm,
Berkeley, California.
Legal Intern, Neighborhood Legal Services Program,
Washington, D.C.
Law Students Civil Rights Research Counsel Intern,
Washington, D.C. Worked with Edgar and Jean Kahn
on their investigative studies of the General
Accounting Office (GAO) and the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB).
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ATTORNEY AT LAW
125 NORTH SECOND STREET
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ASHLAND, OREGON 97520
1503) 482-5019
, August 10, 1987
Mayor Gordon Medaris
Ashlam City Hall
Ashlam, Or. 97520
Re: Municipal Judge Pro Tern
Dear Gordon:
I regret that due to my recent errployment with the Jackson County
Public Defender's Office I will be unable to continue acting as
Municipal Judge Pro Tern. I would request that this resignation be
effective imnediately.
I appreciate very ll'P.lch the opportunity you gave me to serve the
citizens of Ashlam in this capacity.
Sincerely,
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ORDINANCE NO.
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AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF AN ALLEY BETWEEN HIGH
STREET AND NORTH MAIN STREET IN THE CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON.
WHEREAS, notice of the Public Hearing and proposed vacation of the
portion of the subject alley has been given in accord with
the provisions of Chapter 271 of the Oregon Revised
Statutes.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF ASHLAND DO ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. It is determined that the public interest will be best
served by the vacation of the portion of the alley located between
High Street and North Main Street in the City of Ashland, Jackson
County, Oregon, this portion being the Southwesterly 100! feet of
said alley all as more particularly described on Exhibit "A" which
is attached to and incorporated herein. Said alley as described in
Exhibit "A" is hereby vacated reserving however, to the City of
Ashland in perpetuity an easement for the installation and
maintenance of any and all municipal utilities, both present and
future; and an easement five (5) feet in width in the center
thereof for a pedestrian pathway.
The foregoing Ordinance was first read on the
day of
,
1987 and duly PASSED and ADOPTED this ____ day of
, 1987.
Nan E. Franklin
City Recorder
SIGNED and APPROVED this
day of
, 1987.
L. Gordon Medaris
Mayor
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF AN ALLEY BETWEEN HIGH
STREET AND NORTH MAIN STREET IN THE CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON.
WHEREAS, notice of the Public Hearing and proposed vacation of the
portion of the subject alley has been given in accord with
the provisions of Chapter 271 of the Oregon Revised
Statutes. ;'
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE, PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF ASHLAND DO ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS: \ i
SECTION 1. It is det~mined that the pUblic interest will be best
served by the vacation 6f the portioh of the alley located between
High Street and North Maih Street 16 the City of Ashland, Jackson
County, Oregon, this portibn being/the Southwesterly 100 feet'of
said alley all as more parti'cula;>ly described on Exhibit "A" which
is attached to and incorporated/herein. Said alley as described in
Exhibit "A" is hereby vacated reserving however, to the City of
Ashland in perpetuity an easem~nt for the installation and
maintenance of any and all municipftl utilities, both present and
future. ~ \
The foregoing Ordinance was first r~ on the
1987 and duly PASSED an~ADOPTED this ~ day of
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City Recorder
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A portion of that 16-foot wide alley situated between blocks
14 and 24 of the City of Ashland, Jackson County, Oregon,
according to the official plat thereof adopted by the City
council on November 5, 1888, and extending from High Street
on the West to an alley deeded to the City of Ashland, by that
document recorded in Volume 52 Page 494 of the Deed Records
of Jackson County, Oregon, on the East.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 18 OF THE ASHLAND MUNICIPAL CODE, THE
LAND-USE ORDINANCE WITH RESPECT TO VARIANCE REQUIREMENTS, SITE
REVIEWS AND LOT DEPTH REQUIREMENTS IN SINGLE FAMILY DISTRICTS.
THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF ASHLAND DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Ordinance No. 2097 and Section 18.100.020 of the Ashland
Municipal Code are hereby amended by changing sUbsections A, B, and C
to read as follows:
"A.
That there are unique or unusual circumstances which apply to
this site which do not typically apply elsewhere.
B.
That approval of the application is necessary for the
preservation of proper~~:hts. ,~~ ,
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That appro1ra] --:-f +;)>(' -'3: ':cat~-on-wi-,lLno:t-cr-ea-j;e-a-neq.ai;ble---.:.
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tEe purpose and intent of this ordinance and the Comprehensive
Plan of the City."
C.
SECTION 2. Ordinance No. 2097 and Section 18.72.070(N) of the
Ashland Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
"N. Require developments to provide access to improved City streets
and, where possible, provide access to the lower order street
rather than a major collector or arterial street."
SECTION 3. Ordinance No. 2097 and Section 18.20.040(C) of the
Ashland Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
"Lot Depth: All lots shall have a minimum depth of eighty feet and a
maximum depth of pne hundred fifty feet unless lot configuration
prevents further development of the back of the lot. Maximum lot
depth requirements shall not apply to lots created by a minor land
partition. No lot shall have a width greater than its depth and no
lot shall exceed one hundred fifty feet in width."
The foregoing Ordinance was first read on the
day of
1987 and duly PASSED and ADOPTED this
day of
, 1987.
Nan E. Franklin
City Recorder
SIGNED and APPROVED this
day of
, 1987.
L. Gordon Medaris
Mayor
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RESOLUTION NO. 87-~
A RESOLUTION NAMING AN, ALLEY NORTH OF NURSERY
STREET NEAR N. MAIN STREET AS WOOLEN WAY.
WHEREAS, Isaac Woolen came to the Ashland Area about 1853 and
his home at 131 North Main Street is listed on the
National Register of Historic Places; and
WHEREAS, Scenic Drive was originally named Woolen Street and is
so identified on the 1879 map of Ashland; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate that a street in Ashland be again
named after this Ashland pioneer.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council as
follows:
SECTION 1. The alley running Northerly off Nursery Street,
just West of N. Main Street shall be named Woolen Way.
SECTION 2. The City Recorder is hereby directed to forward a
copy of this Resolution to the County Surveyor, County Clerk
and the Ashland Postmaster so that the appropriate changes can
be made on official maps and records.
SECTION 3. That a copy of this Resolution shall be sent to
property owners with access to Woolen Way so they may be aware
of this change.
The foregoing Resolution was READ and DULY ADOPTED at a regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Ashland on the
day of
, 1987.
Nan E. Franklin
City Recorder
SIGNED and APPROVED this
day of
, 1987.
L. Gordon Medaris
Mayor
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BEFORE THE BOARD OF, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
STATE OF OREGON, COUNTY OF JACKSON
~JOSEPHINE
CURRY
IN THE MATTER OF THE COMMITMENT OF )
JACKSON, JOSEPHINE AND CURRY COUNTY )
GOVERNMENTS TO THE PROTECTION OF )
THE ROGUE RIVER )
Resolution No.
WHEREAS, the Rogue River is the primary geographic and
environmental bond among Jackson, Josephine and Curry Counties;
and
WHEREAS, the Rogue River is a single integrated system, the
health and condition of which are determined by the health and
condition of all sections along the River; and
WHEREAS, the quality of life in these counties depends
largely on the recreational and aesthetic amenities provided by
the Rogue River and its tributaries; and
WHEREAS, agricultura, commercial and residential consumers
depend upon the Rogue River's water in all three counties.; and
WHEREAS, the tourism and recreation generated by the Rogue
River are vital to the economies of all three counties; and
WHEREAS, diverse and abundant fish and wildlife depend on
the Rogue River for their survival.
Now, therefore, be it RESOLVED
That the Commissioners of Jackson, Josephine and Curry
Counties do hereby recognize among their most profound and basic
responsibilities the preservation of the water quality and
s.urroundings of the Rogue River and its tributarie$;
That they will do everything in their power to protect the
Rogue River's environmental quality from potential degradation
from any human activity or design;
That protection of the Rogue River shall be the highest
criterion in the examination of any proposal for future develop-
ment or 12nd management with potential environmental impacts on
the Rogue River;
That the Co~aissioners shall approve no project or plan that
leaves unanswered questions or areas of reasonable doubt as
regards the environmental impacts, short-term or long-term, on
the Rogue River or its tributaries;
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That the Commissioners of each county shall fully support
the efforts of the other two counties to abide by the principles
of this resolution.
Dated this
Oregon.
day of
, 1987, at 'Medford,
{JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
{JOSEPHINE
CURRY
Chairman,
commissioner
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RESOLUTION NO. 87- ~~
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN ELECTRIC RATE SCHEDULE
PURSUANT TO SECTION 14.16.030 OF THE ASHLAND
MUNICIPAL CODE.
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASHLAND DO RESOLVE AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The "Electric Rate Schedules" marked Exhibit "A"
attached hereto and incorporated herein, are hereby adopted as the
electric rate schedules for the use and sale of electric energy and
services within and without the city limits from the municipal
electric system.
SECTION 2. Three (3) copies of this resolution and attached
"Electric Rate Schedules" shall be maintained in the office of the
City Recorder, and shall be available for public inspection during
business hours.
SECTION 3. The rates adopted pursuant to this Resolution shall be
effective with electric meter readings taken on or after September 30,
1987 and shall include energy consumption for a period of ,approximately
thirty (30) days prior to the meter reading date.
SECTION 4. Resolution Nos. 87-18 and 87-37 are repealed on the
effective date of this Resolution.
The foregoing Resolution was READ and DULY ADOPTED at a regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Ashland on the ____ day
of September, 1987.
Nan E. Franklin
City Recorder
SIGNED and APPROVED this
day of September, 1987.
L. Gordon Medaris
Mayor
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ELECTRIC RATE SCHEDULES
City of Ashland, Oregon
Resolution No. 87-
Adopted: September 1, 1987
Effective: September 30, 1987
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CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 4
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE
A. RATE SCHEDULE:
1. This schedule is applicable to single-family residential
customers when all service is supplied to one point of delivery.
2. Net Monthly Rate:
a. Basic Charge: $5.00
b. Energy Charge:
3.045~ per kwh for the first 300 kwh
3.505~ per kwh for all additional kwh
c. The monthly minimum charge shall be the basic charge. A
higher minimum may be required under contract to cover
special conditions.
B. SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
1. No motor load shall exceed a total of 7 1/2 horsepower
connected at one time.
2. All space,heating elements larger than 1,650 watts rated
capacity shall be designed and connected for operation at 240
volts, and each space heating element having a rated capacity of
two (2) kilowatts or larger shall be thermostatically controlled
by automatic devices of a type which will cause a minimum of radio
interference. Space heating elements served under this schedule
shall be of types and characteristics approved by the City.
3. All water heating tanks shall have a capacity of not less than
20 gallons or more than 120 gallons and may be equipped with one or
two heating units. No single heating unit shall exceed 7 kw, and
where two heating units are used in a single tank, these heating
units shall be so interlocked that not more than 7 kw can be
connected at anyone time.
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on or after Sept. 30, 1987
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CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 4
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE
C. THREE-PHASE SERVICE:
For residential customers requiring three-phase service, whose
single-phase requirements are, or will be supplied under any
residential schedule, three-phase service will be supplied only when
service is available from City's presently existing facilities, or
where such facilities can be reasonably installed, and in any event,
only when deliveries can be made by using one service for customer's
single-phase and three-phase requirements. The demand charge
applicable only to customer's three-phase demand shall be $1.90 for
each kw of demand, but not less than $3.50 minimum demand charge. The
energy charge shall be in accordance with the schedule set forth
herein.
D. CONTINUING SERVICE:
This schedule is based on continuing service at each service
location. Disconnect and reconnect transactions shall not operate to
relieve a customer from monthly minimum charges.
Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30, 1987
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CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 5
EXPERIMENTAL GENERATION
A. RATE SCHEDULE:
1. This schedule is applicable to qualifying facilities with a
generating design capacity of 100 kw or less.
2. Generation Credit:
City shall pay 3.590~ per kwh for all separately metered kwh or
qualifying facility generation.
B. PARALLEL OPERATION: Interconnection of a qualifying facility with
City's system will be permitted only under the terms of a contract
between the qualifying facility and the City. The form of such
contract shall be approved by the City Council and shall include but
not be limited to the following:
1. The qualifying facility shall indemnify and hold harmless the
City of Ashland from any and all liability arising from the
operation and interconnection of qualifying facility.
2. Qualifying facility shall provide a lockable disconnect switch
to isolate qualifying facility's generation from City's system.
Such switch shall be accessible to City and City shall have the
right to lock such disconnect switch open whenever necessary to
maintain safe electrical operating conditions, or whenever the
qualifying facility adversely affects City's system.
3. Qualifying facility shall provide an additional meter base
adjacent to the delivery meter to measure the qualifying facility's
total generation independently from the qualifying facility's load.
For three-phase generation the qualifying facility will also
provide a meter base for a kvar meter.
4. Except for the metering, qualifying facility shall own and
maintain all facilities on the qualifying facility's side of a
single point of delivery as specified by the City. Qualifying
facility's system, including interconnecting equipment, shall meet
the requirements of and be inspected and approved by state
electrical inspector and any other public authority having
jurisdiction before any connection is made to City.
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Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30. 1987
Sheet No. 5-2
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 5
EXPERIMENTAL GENERATION
C. UNMETERED GENERATION: If the qualifying facility does not desire
to make sales to City, then the requirements for separate metering of
the generation shall be waived. Such generation may reduce the net
delivery and billing to the qualifying facility by City. The delivery
meter will be of a type that will not reverse registration and the
qualifying facility will not be compensated for unmetered incidental
flows to City.
D. DEFINITIONS:
Qualifyinq F4cility means either a cogeneration facility or small poweJ
production facility as defined hereunder:
1. coqen~ration Facility means a facility which produces electric
energy and steam or other forms of useful energy (such as heat)
which are used for industrial, commercial, heating or cooling
purposes through the sequential use of energy.
2. Small, Power production Facility means a facility which produce~
electric energy using as a primary source biomass, waste, renewablE
resources, or any combination thereof.
E. MONTHLY BILLING: The monthly billing for takings from the City
shall be in accordance with the applicable schedule or schedules for
the type.of service received.
Effective with meter readings
on, or after Sept. 3D, 1987
Sheet No. 10-1
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 10
SEASONAL RESIDENTIAL SERVICE
A. RATE SCHEDULE:
1. This rate is applicable to seasonal residential uses such as
owner occupied single-family residential customers providing
travelers accommodations for up to eight (8) months per year, and
when all 'service is supplied at one point:of delivery.
'I
2. Net Monthly Rate:
a. Basic Charge: $5.00
b. Energy Charge: 3.945C per kwh .
c. The monthly minimum charge shall, be the basic charge. A
higher minimum may be required under contract to cover
special conditions.
B. SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
1. No motor load shall exceed a total of 7 l/2,'horsepower
connected at one time.
2. All space heating elements larger than 1,650 watts rated
capacity shall be designed and connected for operation of 240
volts, and each space heating element having a rated capacity of
two (2) kilowatts or larger shall be thermostatically controlled b~
automatic devices of a type which will cause a minimum of radio
interference. Space heating elements served under this schedule
shall be of types and characteristics approved by the City.
3. All water heating tanks shall have the capacity of not less
than 20 gallons or more than 120 gallons and may be equipped with one
or two heating units. No single heating unit shall exceed 7 kw, and
where two heating units are used in a single tank, these heating units
shall be so interlocked that no more than 7 kw can be connected at any
one time.
( Continued)'
Effective with meter readingE
on or after Sept. 3D. 1987
Sheet No. 10-2
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 10
SEASONAL RESIDENTIAL SERVICE
C. THREE-PHASE SERVICE:
For residential customers requ1r1ng three~phase service, whose
single-phase requirements are, or will be supplied under any
residential schedule, three-phase service will be supplied only when
service is available from City's presently existing facilities, or
where such facilities can be reasonably installed, and in any event,
only when deliveries can be made by using one service for customer's
single-phaseiand three-phase requirements. The demand charge
applicable oqly to customer's three-phase demand shall be $1.80 for
each kw of demand, but not less than $3.20 minimum demand charge. The
energy charge shall be in accordance with the schedule set forth
herein.
~
D. CONTINUING SERVICE:
This schedule is based on continuing service at each service
location. Disconnect and reconnect transactions shall not operate to
relieve a customer from monthly minimum charges.
Effective with meter reading"
on or after Sept. 30. 1987
Sheet No. 15-1
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 15
OUTDOOR AREA LIGHTING SERVICE
A. RATE SCHEDULE:
The rate schedule for outdoor area lighting service furnished from
dusk to dawn by city-owned high pressure sodium luminaires which may b,
served by secondary voltage circuits from City's existing overhead
distribution,system, and mounted on city-owned wood poles, and served
in accordance with City's specifications as to equipment and facili-
ties, shall be as follows:
1. ,Net Monthly Rate:
Type of Luminaire
High 'Pressure Sodium
High Pressure Sodium
High Pressure Sodium
Nominal Lumen
Ratinq
Rate Per
Luminaire
5,800.
22,000
50,000
8.14
11.75
18.79
2. Pole Charge: A monthly charge of $1.00 per 'pole shall be made
for each additional pole required in excess of the number of
luminaires installed.
B. MAINTENANCE. Maintenance will be performed during regular working
hours as soon as practicable after customer has notified City of
service failure. The City reserves the right to contract for the
installation and/or maintenance of lighting service provided hereunder.
C. SUSPENSION OF SERVICE. The customer may request temporary
suspension of power for lighting by written notice. During such
periods the monthly rate will be reduced by the City's estimated
average monthly relamping and energy costs for the luminaire.
D. CONTRACT. Due to the investment involved and cost of initial
installation, the term of the contract shall be by written agreement
with the Electric Department, the form of which shall have prior
approval by the City Council, and the term of which shall be for not
less than three (3) years.
Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30. 1987
Sheet No, 25-1
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON,:'
SCHEDULE 25
COMMERCIAL SERVICE
A. RATE SCHEDULE:
1. This schedule is applicable to non-residential and multiple-
family residential customers whose entire r~quirements are supplied
hereunder, and whose loads have never registered 1,000 kw or more,
more than once in any consecutive l8-month period. Deliveries at
more than one point, or more than one voltage and phase
classification, will be separately metered and billed. Service for
intermittent, partial requirements or highiy fluctuating loads, or
where service is seasonally disconnected during anyone year period
will be provided only by special contract for such service.
2. Net Monthly Rate:
The moqthly billing shall be the sum of the Basic, Demand,
Energy, and Reactive Power Charges; plus applicable Metering and
Delivery adjustments.
a, Basic Charge: Monthly Basic Charqe* is:
If Load. Size* is: Sinqle Phase Three Phase
15 kw ; . $5 $8
or. less
16 kw - 100 kw $5 plus $.70 $8 plus $.70
for each kw for each kw
in excess of in excess of
15 kw 15 kw
101 kw - 300 kw $5 plus $.60 $8 plus $.60
per kw per kw
over 300 kw $20 plus $,55 $23 plus $.55
per kw per kw
*Note: KW load size, for determination of Basic Charge, shall
be the average of the two greatest non-zero monthly
demands established during the l2-month period which
includes and ends with the current billing month.
b. Demand Charqe:
Winter
Summer
No Charge
$1. 725
No Charge
$1.147
for the first 15 kw of demand
per kw for all kw in excess of 15 kw
(Continued)
Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30, 1987
Sheet No. 25-2
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 25
COMMERCIAL SERVICE
c. Energy Charqe:
Winter: 5.034~ per kwh for the first 3,000 kwh
: 3.607~ per kwh for the next 17,000 kwh
3.38l~ per ~h for all additional kwh
Summer: 4.588~ per kwh for the first 3,000 kwh
3.607~ per kwh for the next 17,000 kwh
3.38l~ per kwh for all additional kwh
B. SEASONAL DEFINITION: Winter months are defined as the six regular
billing periods November through April. Summer months are defined as
the six regular billing periods May through October. In 1987 the
summer and winter months will begin with regular meter readings on
April 28, 1987) and October 28, 1987, respectively.
,
C. MINIMUM CHARGE: The monthly minimum charge,-shall be the basic
charge. A higher minimum may be required under ,contract to cover
special conditions.
D. REACTIVE POWER CHARGE: The maximum 30-minute reactive demand for
the month in kilovolt-amperes in excess of 40% of the measured kilowatt
demand the same month will be billed, in addition to the above charges,
at 60 per kvar of such excess reactive demand.
E. DEMAND: Demands shall be the kilowatts shown by, or computed from
the readings of the City's demand meter for the 30-minute period of
customer's greatest use during the month, determined to the nearest kw.
F. DELIVERY AND METERING VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENTS: The above monthly
charges are applicable without adjustment for voltage when delivery and
metering are at the City's standard secondary vOltage. For as long as
metering voltage is at the City's available primary distribution voltage
of 11 kv or greater, the above charges shall be reduced by one and one-
half percent (1 1/2%) to compensate for losses. For as long as
delivery voltage is at City's available primary distribution voltage of
11 kv or greater, the total of the above charges will be reduced by 15
per kw of load size used for the determination of the Basic Charge
billed in the month. A High Voltage charge of $35 per month will be
added where such deliveries are metered at the delivery voltage.
(Continued)
Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30, 1987
Sheet No. 25-3
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 25 , ,
COMMERCIAL SERVICE
F. DELIVERY AND METERING VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENTS:, (Continued)
When a new delivery, or an increase in capacity for an existing
delivery is, at the request of the customer, made by means of City-
owned transformers at a voltage other than a locally standard
distribution voltage, the above charges for any month will be increase'
by l5~ per kw of load size used for the determination of the Basic
Charge billed in the month.
The City retains the right to change its line'voltage or classifica-
tions thereof ~t any time, and after reasonable advance notice to any
customer affected by such change, such customer then has the option to
take service at the new line voltage or to accept service through
transformers to be supplied by City sUbject to the voltage adjustments
above.
G. The City may require the customer to sign a written contract which
shall have a term of not less than one (1) year.
H. The Cityimay contract for the installation and maintenance of
electric fac~lities on the customer's premises. The terms of such
service shall be set forth in a contract, the form and terms of which
shall be approved by the City Council. Monthly charges made by the
City as reimbursement for ownership" operation and maintenance costs
applicable td facilities installed to furnish 'service under rules of
this Schedule shall be determined in accordance with the fOllowing:
1. Operating Charge -- shall be equal to 2/3 of 1% per month of
the installed cost of facilities paid for by the customer.
2. Facilities Charge -- shall be equal to 1 1/2% per month of the
installed cost of the facilities as determined by the City for
facilities installed at City's expense.
3. Transformer Capacity Charge -- shall be equal to 15 per
nameplate kva.
I. Customers shall not resell electric service received from the City
under provisions of this schedule to any person, except by written
permission of the City, and where customer meters and bills any of his
tenants at City's regular rates for ,the type of service which such
tenant may actually receive.
J. This schedule is based on continuing service at each service
location. Disconnect and reconnect transactions shall not operate to
relieve a customer from monthly minimum charges.
Effective with meter reading~
on or after Sept. 30. 1987
Sheet No. 30-1
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 30
INSTITUTIONAL SERVICE
A. RATE SCHEDULE:
1. This schedule is applicable to institutional customers whose
entire requirements are supplied hereunder, and whose loads have
never registered 1,000 kw or more, more than once in any
consecutive 18-month period. Deliveries at. more than one point, or
more than one voltage and phase classification, will be separately
metered ,and billed. '
2. Net Monthly Rate:
The mont'hly billing shall be the sum of,'the Basic, Demand,
Energy, and Reactive Power Charges, plus appropriate metering and
delivery adjustments.
a. Basic Charge: Monthly Basic Charqe* is:
If Load Size* is: Single Phase Three Phase
15 kw or less $5 $8
16 kw - 100 kw $5 plus $.70 $8 plus $.70
for each kw for each kw
in excess of in excess of
15 kw. 15 kw
101 kw - 300 kw $5 plus $.60 $8 plus $.60
per kw per kw
over 300: kw $20 plus $.55 $23 plus $.55
per kw per kw
*Note: KW load siZe, for determinaticin::of Basic Charge, shall
be the average of the two greatest non-zero monthly
demands established during the l2-month period which
includes and ends with the current billing month.
b. Demand Charqe:
Winter
Summer
No Charge
$2.166
No Charge
$1. 441
for the first 15 kw of demand
per kw for all kw in excess of 15 kw
c. Energy Charge:
Winter: 6.293~ per kwh for the first 3,000 kwh
4.509~ per kwh for the next 17,000 kwh
4.226~ per kwh for all additional kwh
(Continued)
Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30, 1987
Sheet No. 30-2
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 30
INSTITUTIONAL SERVICE
c. Energy Charge: (Continued)
Summer: 5.735~ per kwh for the first 3,000 kwh
4.509~ per kwh for the next 17,000 kwh
4.226~ per kwh for all additional kwh
B. SEASONAL DEFINITION: Winter months are defined as the six regular
billing periods November through April. Summer months are defined as
the six regular billing periods May through October. In 1987 the
summer and winter months will begin with reguiar meter readings on
April 28, 1987, and October 28, 1987, respectively.
C. MINIMUM CHARGE: The monthly minimum charge shall be the basic
charge. A higher minimum may be required under contract to cover
special conditions.
D. REACTIVE POWER CHARGE: The maximum 30-minute reactive demand for
the month in kilovolt-amperes in excess of 40% of the measured kilowatl
demand for the same month will be billed, in ~ddition to the above
charges, at 60~ per kvarof such excess reactive demand.
E. DEMAND: Demands shall be the kilowatts shown by, or computed from
the readings of the City's demand meter for the 30-minute periOd of
customer's greatest use during the month, determined to the nearest kw.
-) . :
F. DELIVERY AND METERING VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENTS: The above monthly
charges are applicable without adjustment for."voltage when delivery anc
metering are at the City's standard secondary vOltage. For as long as
metering voltage is at the CitY1s available primary distribution
.
voltage of ll~kv or greater, the above charges shall be reduced by one
and one-half ~ercent (1 1/2%) to compensate for losses. For as long a~
delivery voltage is at City's available primary distribution voltage of
11 kv or greater, the total of the above charges will be reduced by l5(
per kw of load size used for the determination of the Basic Charge
billed in the. month. A High Voltage charge of $35 per month will be
added where such deliveries are metered at the delivery vOltage.
When a new delivery, or an increase in capacity for an existing
delivery is, at the request of the customer,made by means of City-
owned transformers at a voltage other than a locally standard
distribution voltage, the above charges for any month will be increasec
by l5~ per kw of load size used for the determination of the Basic
Charge billed in the month.
(Continued)
,Effective with meter readingE
on or after Sept. 3D, 1987
Sheet No. jO-3
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 30
INSTITUTIONAL SERVICE
F, DELIVERY AND METERING VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENTS: (Continued)
The City retains, the right to change its line voltage or classifica-
tions thereof at any time, and after reasonable advance notice to any
customer affected by such change, such customer then has the option to
take service at the new line voltage or to accept service through
transformers to be supplied by City subject to the voltage adjustments
above.
G. The City may require the customer to sign a written contract which
shall have a term of not less than one (1) year.
H. The City may contract for the installation and maintenance of
electric facilities on the customer's premises. The terms of such
service shall be set forth in a contract, the form and terms of which
shall be approved by the City Council. Monthly charges made by the
City as reimbursement for ownership, operation and maintenance costs
applicable to facilities installed to furnish service under rules of
this Schedule shall be determined in accordance with the fOllowing:
1. Operating Charge -- shall be equal to 2/3 of 1% per month of
the installed cost of facilities paid for by the customer.
2. Facilities Charge -- shall be equal to 1 1/2% per month of the
installed cost of the facilities as determined by the City for
facilities.installed at City's expense.
i
3. Transformer Capacity Charge -- shall be equal to l5~ per
.
nameplate kva.
I. Customers shall not resell electric service received from the City
under provisions of this schedule to any person, except by written
permission of the City, and where customer meters and bills any of his
tenants at City's regular rates for the type of service which such
tenant may actually receive.
J. This schedule is based on continuing service at each service
location. Disconnect and reconnect transactions shall not operate to
relieve a customer from monthly minimum charges.
.
Effective with meter readings
on or after Septo 30, 1987
Sheet No. 48-1
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 48
LARGE GENERAL SERVICE - METERED TIME OF USE
OVER 2,000 KW
A. RATE SCHEDULE:
1. This schedule is applicable to electric service loads which
have registered over 2,000 kw more than once in any consecutive 18-
month period~ Deliveries at more than one point, or more than one
voltage and phase classification, will be separately metered and
billed. Service for intermittent, partial requirements, or highly
fluctuating loads, or where service is seasonally disconnected
during anyone-year period will be provided 'only by special
contract for such service.
2. The monthly billing shall be the sum of the Basic, Demand,
Energy, and Reactive Power Charges, plus appropriate Metering and
Delivery adjustments.
a, Basic Charge:
If Load size* is:
Monthly Basic Charqe* is:
3,000 kw'or less
Over 3,000 kw
$70 plus $.50 per kw
$220 plus $.45'per kw
*Note: KW load size, for determination'of Basic Charge, shall
be the average of the two greatest non-zero monthly
demands established during the i2-month period which
includes and ends with the current billing month.
b. Demand Charqe:
On peak period demand (Monday through
Friday: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
For each kw of Billing Demand
c. Energy Charqe: 2,872~ per kwh
Winter
$2.293
Summer
$1.519
B. SEASONAL DEFINITION: Winter months are defined as the six regular
billing periods November through April. Summer months are defined as
the six regular billing periods May through October. In 1987 the
summer and winter months will begin with regular meter readings on
April 28, 1987, and October 28, 1987, respectively,
(Continued)
Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30, 1987
Sheet No. 48-2
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 48
LARGE GENERAL SERVICE - METERED TIME OF USE
OVER 2,000 KW
C. MINIMUM CHARGE: The monthly minimum charge. shall be the basic
charge. A higher minimum charge may be required by contract..
D. ON-PEAK PERIOD BILLING DEMAND: The on-peak period kw shown by or
computed from the readings of City's demand meter for the 30-minute
period of customer's greatest use during the month, determined to the
nearest kw. '
E. REACTIVE POWER CHARGE: The maximum 30-minute reactive demand for
the month in kilovolt-amperes in excess of 40% of the measured kilowatt
demand for the same month will be billed, in addition to the above
charges, at 60~ per kvar of such excess reactive demand.
F. DELIVERY AND METERING VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENTS: The above monthly
charges are applicable without adjustment for VOltage when delivery and
metering are at the City's standard secondary voltage. For as long as
metering voltage is at the City's available primary distribution
voltage of 11 kvor greater, the above charges shall be reduced by one
and one-half percent (1 1/2%) to compensate for losses, For as long as
delivery VOltage is made at the City's current locally available
primary or transmission voltage, the total of the above charges will be
reduced by the following amount per kw of load size used for the
determination of the Basic Charge billed in the month; and where such
deliveries are metered at the delivery voltage, the following high
voltage charges shall be added.
Standard Service Voltaqe Reduction Hiqh Voltage Charqe
Primary voltage of 11 kv
or greater, l5~ per kw $ 35 per month
Transmission voltage of
60 kv or greater 27~ per kw $340 per month
When a new delivery, or an increase in capacity for an existing
delivery is, at the request of the customer, made by means of City-
owned transformers at a voltage other than a locally standard
distribution voltage, the above charges for any month will be increased
by l5~ per kw of load size used for the determination of the Basic
Charge billed in the month.
(Continued)
Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30, 1987
"
Sheet No. 48-3
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 48
LARGE GENERAL SERVICE - METERED<.TIME OF USE
OVER 2,000 KW
F. DELIVERY ~D METERING VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENTS: (Continued)
The City retains the right to change its line voltage or classifica-
tions thereof at any time, and after reasonable advance notice to any
customer affected by such change, such customer then has the option to
take service at the new line voltage or to accept service through
transformers to be supplied by City subject to the voltage adjustments
above. '
G. The City may require the customer to sign a written contract which
shall have a term of not less than one (1) year.
H. The City may contract for the installation and maintenance of
electric fac~lities on the customer's premises. The terms of such
service shall be set forth in a contract, the form and terms of which
shall be approved by the City Council, Monthly charges made by the
City as reimbursement for ownership, operation and maintenance costs
applicable to facilities installed to furnish service under rules of
this Schedule shall be determined in accordance with the following:
1. Operating Charge-- shall be equal to 2/3 of 1% per month of
the installed cost of facilities paid for by the customer.
2. Facilities Charge -- shall be equal to 1 1/2% per month of the
installed cost of the facilities as determined by the City for
facilities installed at City's expense.
3. Transformer Capacity Charge -- shall be equal to l5~ per
nameplate kva.
I. Customers shall not resell electric service received from the City
under provisions of this schedule to any person, except by written
permission of the City, and where customer meters and bills any of his
tenants at City's regular rates for the type of service which such
tenant may actually receive.
Effective with meter reading~
on or after Sept. 3D, 1987
Sheet No. 50-2
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 50
GENERAL SERVICE - METERED TIME OF USE
1,000 to 2,000 KW
D. ON-PEAK PERIOD BILLING DEMAND: The on-peak period kw shown by or
computed from the readings of City's demand meter for the 30-minute
period of customer's greatest use during the month, determined to the
nearest kw,.
E. REACTIVE 'POWER CHARGE: The maximum 30-minute reactive demand for
the month inikilovolt-amperes in excess of 40% of the measured kilowat'
demand for th~'same month will be billed, in addition to the above
charges, at 6p~ per kvar of such excess reactive demand.
F. DELIVERY AND METERING VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENTS: The above monthly
charges are applicable without adjustment for voltage when delivery an'
metering are at the City's standard secondary voltage. For as long as
metering voltage is at the City's available primary distribution
voltage of 11 kv or greater, the above charges shall be reduced by one
and one-half percent (1 1/2%) to compensate for losses. For as long a~
delivery voltage is at made at the City's current locally available
primary or transmission voltage, the total of .the above charges will be
reduced by th~ following amount per kw of load size used for the
determination of the Basic Charge billed in the month; and where such
deliveries are'metered at the delivery voltage, the following high
voltage charges shall be added.
Standard Service Voltage Reduction Hiqh Voltaqe Charge
Primary voltage of 11 kv
or greater l5~ per kw $ 35 per month
Transmission voltage of
60 kv or greater 27~ per kw $340 per month
When a new delivery, or an increase in capacity for an existing
delivery is, at the request of the customer, made by means of City-
owned transformers at a voltage other than a locally standard
distribution voltage, the above charges for any month will be increasec
by 15 per kw of load size used for the determination of the Basic
Charge billed in the month,
The City retains the right to change its line voltage or classifica-
tions thereof at any time, and after reasonable advance notice to any
customer affected by such change, such customer then has the option to
take service at the new line voltage or to accept service through
transformers to be supplied by City subject to the voltage adjustments
above.
(Continued)
Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30. 1987
Sheet No. 50-3
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 50
GENERAL SERVICE - METERED TIME OF USE
1,000 to 2,000 KW
G. The City may require the customer to signa written contract which
shall have a term of not less than one (1) year.
H. The City may contract for the installation and maintenance of
electric facilities on the customer's premises. The terms of such
service shali be set forth in a contract, the form and terms of which
shall be approved by the City Council. Monthly charges made by the
City as reimbursement for ownership, operation and maintenance costs
applicable to facilities.installed to furnish service under rules of
this Schedule shall be determined in accordance with the following:
1. Operating Charge -- shall be equal to 2/3 of 1% per month of
the installed cost of facilities paid for by the customer.
2. Facilities Charge -- shall be equal to 1 1/2% per month of the
installed cost of the facilities as determined by the City for
facilities installed at City's expense.
3. Transformer Capacity Charge -- shall be equal to l5~ per
nameplate kva.
I, Customers shall not resell electric service received from the City
under provisions of this schedule to any person, except by written
permission of the City, and where customer meters and bills any of his
tenants at City's regular rates for the type of service which such
tenant may actually receive.
Effective with meter reading~
on or after Sept. 30. 1987
Sheet No. 90-1
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 90
: CHARGES AS DEFINED BY CUSTOMER ACCOUNTING
,POLICIES AND ELECTRIC SYSTEM REGULATIONS
PURPOSE: The purpose of this schedule is to list the charges referred
to in the utility Customer Accounting policies and the Electric System
Regulations. These charges are applicable to all customers utilizing
services of the City as defined in said pOlicies and regulations.
BILLINGS AND CHARGES:
A. Temporary Service Drop:
Service Drop and Meter Only - Single Phase
Three Phase
$85.00
$175.00
B. Meter Charqes:
Mete~ Test for Accuracy
Once in twelve months
Second or more times in twelve months
Meter Repairs/Replacement
(Damage by Customer)
C. Returned Check Charge:
D. Recorinection Charqe:
Normal Working Hours
Other Hours or on Holidays
No Charge
$50,00
Actual Cost
$7.50
$15.00
$50.00
E. Service Calls (Customer Request):
Normal Working Hours
Other Hours or on Holidays
$15.00
$50.00
F. Service Connection for Applicant:
Normal Working Hours
Other Hours or on HOlidays
G. Unauthorized Reconnection (by Customer):
$10.00
$50.00
$100.00
H. Line Extension Charqes:
The electric line extension charges for new or increased
services within the City shall be as follows for 200 amps or
less:
(Continued)
Effective with meter reading~
on or after Sept. 3D, 19B7
. '/
..ij
Sheet No. 90-2
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SCHEDULE 90
CHARGES AS DEFINED BY CUSTOMER ACCOUNTING
POLICIES AND ELECTRIC SYSTEM REGULATIONS
1. Single-Family Residential Service. The electrical service
connection charges for new service within the city limits
shall be as follows:
Overhead service in existing developed
areas from distribution line to and..
including meter ...................~....... $225.00
Underqround service in new residential
subdivisions including all on-site facilities,
per lot .................................. $550.00
Nothing herein shall be construed as requiring the City to furnish
underground service in existing residential subdivisions or areas, or
to require the conversion of overhead to underground service.
2. Any service over 200 amps shall be" installed at the City's
actual cost with the deposit to be made to the City before
installation and the City's estimate of.: its actual cost,
3. Commercial, Institutional and Industrial Service. The
electric service connection charges for new service for
commercial, institutional and industrial developments within
the City limits shall be deposited with the City prior to
service installation, and shall include: three cutouts for
primary lines, conduit and wire from lines to transformer pad,
transformer pad, transformer, connectors for primary and
secondary wires, conduit and wire from transformer to current
transformer cans, current transformer can, current transformers
for metering purposes, meter can, meter, and all estimated
labor and equipment rental costs associated with the
installation of the foregoing. The trenching and backfilling
for conduit shall be the responsibility of the owner or
developer. Upon completion of the service connection, the City
will render a statement of actual costs incurred and shall
refund any excess of the deposit over actual costs.
Effective with meter readings
on or after Sept. 30, 1987
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COMPARISON OF ANNUAL
) ; ELECTRIC UTILITY COSTS & PROPERTY TAXES
AS OF 10-1-87
ANNUAL ELEC COSTS CITY LEVIED TAXES
Ave. Cost
1986 per 1000 per 1986-87 $75,000
RANK POP. CITY UTILITY kwh year Rate House TOTAL
1. 93,300 Salem PGE 48.11 577.32 10.53 789.75 1,367.07
2. 10,180 Lebanon PP&L 53.03 636.36 9.10 682.50 1,318.86
3. 9,800 Astoria PP&L 53.03 636.36 8.94 670.50 1,307.30
4. 6,920 Cottage Grove PP&L ,53.03 636.36 8.24 618.00 1,254.36
5. 15,890 Roseburg PP&L 53.03 636.36 7.89 591. 75 1,228.11
6. 6,750 Sweet Home PP&L 53.03 636.36 7.78 583.50 1,219.86
7. 5,240 Silverton PGE 48.11' 577.32 8.23 617.25 1,194.57
8. 106,480 Eugene City 34.23 410.76 10.41 780.75 1,191.51
,9. 11,200 Newberg PP&L 53.03 636.36 7.38 533.50 1,189.86
10. 10,630 The Da11es PP&L 53.03 636.36 7.30 547.50 1,183.86
11. 14,330 Coos Bay PP&L 53.03 636.36 7.27 545.25 1,181.61
12. 6,035 Lincoln City PP&L 53.03 636.36 7,27 545.25 1,181.61
13. 27,950 Albany PP&L 53.03 636.36 7.23 542.25 1,178.61
14. 11,475 LaGrande CPN 45.89 550.68 8.35 626.25 1,176.93
15. 398,160 Portland PP&L/PGE 53.10 637.20* 7.18 538.50 1,175.70
16,. 9,890 Hermiston PP&L 53.03 636,36 6.88 516.00 1,152.36
17. 8,305 Newport CLPUD 47.08 564.96 7,73 579.75 1,144.71
18. 17,030 Kl.amath Falls PP&L 53.03 636.36 6.47 485,25 1,121.61
19. 14,360 'Oregon City PGE 48.11 577.32 7.20 540.00 1,117.32
20. 40,870 Corvallis PP&L 53.03 636.36 6.15 461. 25 1,097.61
21. 14,445 Pendleton PP&L 53.03 636,36 5,99 449.25 1,085.61
22. 11,785 Woodburn PGE 48.11 577.32 6.70 502.50 1,079.82
23. 8,770 North Bend PP&L 53.03 636.36 5.16 387.00 1,023.36
AVERAGE 48.14 577.68 5.92 444.00 1,021.68
24. 6,945 Central Point PP&L 53.03 636.36 5.13 384.75 1,021.11
25. 5,580 Seaside PP&L 53.03 636.36 5.09 381. 75 1,018.11
26. 9,385 Baker CPN 45.89 550.68 6.16 462.00 1,012.68
27. 6,830 Redmond PP&L 53.03 636.36 4.90 367.50 1,003.86
28. 16,290 Grants Pa'ss PP&L 53.03 636.36 ,4.85 363.75 1,000.11
29. 18,575 Bend PP&L 53.03 636.36 4.79 359.25 995.61
30. 8,930 Dallas PP&L 53.03 636.36 4.71 353.25 989.61
31. 9,570 Gladstone PGE 48.11 577.32 5.43 407.25 984.57
32. 40,550 Springfield City 39.70 476.40 6.75 506.25 982.65
33. 42,460 Medford PP&L 53.03 636.36 4.47 335.25 971.61
34. 9,720 Ontario Idaho 42.21 506.52 5.98 448.50 955.02
. 35. 42,715 Gresham PGE 48.11 577.32 4.96 372.00 949.32
36. 20,765 Tigard (+TRFPD) PGE 48.11 577.32 4.93 369.75 947.07
37. 17,685 Milwaukie PGE 48,11 577.32 4,83 362.25 939.57
38. 13,130 West Linn PGE 48.11 577.32 4.82 361.50 938.82
39. 26,035 Lake Oswego PGE 48.11 577.32 4.58 343.50 920.82
40. 5,455 Prineville PP&L 53.03 636.36 3.62 271. 50 907.86
41. 35,025 Beaverton PGE 48.11 577.32 4.19 314.25 891. 57
42. 10,625 Tualatin PGE 48.11 577.32 4.00 300.00 877.32
43. 30,520 Hillsboro PGE 48.11 577.32 3.71 278.25 855.57
44. 7,835 Canby City 38.50 462.00 5.19 389.25 851.25
45. 7,095 Troutdale PGE 48,11 577.32 3,07 230,25 807.57
46. 7,465 St. Helens PGE 48.11 577.32 2.56 192.00 769.32
47. 5,510 ~Q~QY~h_________~itY___~4~~4___4l~.28 4.44 333.00 752.32
48. 15,855 A hI d . - ----------------------------
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49. 15,460 McMinnv~lle City 27.40 328.80 5.14 385~5o----7f4~3o
50. 11,930 Forest Grove City 30.80 369.60 4.23 317,25 686.85
51. 5,745 Milton-Freewater City 27.00 324.00 1.93 144.75 468.75
ASHLAND IN RELATION TO AVERAGE: +0.4% -63.7% -27.4%
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TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
July 22, 1987
CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 4:03 P.M. in the
Council Chambers by Chairman Phil Arnold. Commis-
sioners in attendance were Walter Schraub,
Phil Gates, Gary Mallicoat, Gary Cretan, Bev
Lamb and Bill Marschall.
APPROVAL OF The minutes of the June 24, 1987 meeting were
MINUTES approved as written.
TRAFFIC SIGNAL Fire Chief Lee Roy King presented the Commissioners
PRE-EMPTION STUDY with a copy of the Emergency Vehicle Traffic Signal
Preemption Study and read the Executive Summary to
explain its purpose. Some intersections considered
in this study are Walker & Hwy. 66, Siskiyou & Hwy.
66, Wightman and Siskiyou, Siskiyou & Mountain,
Lithia Way & Pioneer, Lithia Way and Second, and
North Main and Laurel. (There seems to be some
dispute regarding Highway 66 as opposed to
Greensprings Highway; or Highway 99 as opposed to
Rogue Valley Highway.) The total cost of .
installing the new signal control systems and
,preemption equipment on an individual intersection
basis is estimated to be $242,000~ Chief King
mentioned that Medford has been successfully using
this system for some time. He asked that the .
Commission review their copy before the next
meeting and he would have Steve Amend from 3-M
Corporation there to demonstrate the Opticom
sys~ern.
S. PIONEER Al Alsing explained that a letter came in from Leah
Ireland after the agenda was already mailed out
stating that she wished to have the "Lithia Park
Ahead" sign replaced. It apparently came down when
the others went up. Lamb made a comment with
reference to Stu Watson's article in the Tribune
that people have a legitimate gripe. Arnold asked
staff if the sign can be replaced and there was
discussion about cluttering. Leah Ireland had told
Alsing that since the new signs were put up,
traffic had been cut by 1/3. Cretan felt enough
time had not passed to make a fair evaluation.
There was no feedback from the neighbors and it was
agreed to put the matter off until the next
meeting.
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TOLMAN CREEK RD.
& HWY. 99
SIGNALIZATION
E. MAIN ST.
HANDICAP PARKING
INTERSECTION
COMMITTEE
OTHER BUSINESS
ADJOURN
Alsing said this was in the packet for information
only and commented that the school principal
requested it and not the City.
Arnold felt a legitimate, objective reason need be
provided other than "it would be nice." Sergeant
Van Blarcom commented that handicap parking spaces
become "all day parking spaces" such as the one in
front of the Mark Antony. He suggested a limited
time zone. Alsing said a disabled group used to
advise this Commission but no longer. Lamb
suggested that we get comments from a senior
citizens group. Arnold asked that Carol Templer be
contacted to see if she, in fact, was handicapped
or could give justification for her request.
Schraub reviewed each of the maps drawn up by
the Committee (Cretan and Schraub) which
illustrated intersections experiencing potential
hazards due to steep grades. Arnold commended both
for doing an excellent job and asked if staff, could
check if any accidents had occurred at these
intersections. Cretan praised Schraub for his
engineering abilities and pointed out the
consistent pattern of east bound traffic yielding
to left. Suggestions were that the .vision
clearance prOblems be rectified and some yield
signs be put up.
Alsing mentioned that City Council had a goal
pertaining to pedestrian access and that the
Commission consider the subject for discussion at
the next meeting. It was recommended that senior
citizens somehow get involved in this.
Lamb commented on the danger of bikes utilizing
sidewalks and Alsing mentioned that the Bike
Committee has proposed an ordinance that bikes must
have and use a bell.
The meeting adjourned at 5:15 P.M.
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CALL TO ORDER
TRIBUTE TO
ELMONT GEORGE
MINUTES
FBO CHANGEOVER
HANGAR PURCHASE
FAA CONSTRUC-
TION PROJECT
AIRPORT SAFETY
COMMITTEE
RADIO TOWER
LIGHTING
TRAFFIC
PATTERN
ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES
ASijLAND AIRPORT COMMISSION
August 5, 1987
The meeting was called to order at 12:15 P.M. at
the Copper Skillet by Chairman Bill Knowles.
Other commissioners in attendance were Ev Elerath,
Leo Zupan, Ken Jones, Bill Porter and Merle Mills.
A special tribute was given to Elmont George. Mayor
Medaris presented Elmont with a certificate and
special words of appreciation for his work as FBO at
the Ashland Airport over the last 20 years. Chairman
Bill Knowles called for introductions of the 30 or so
persons in attendance and.each said a few appropriate
words.
The minutes of the June 3, 1987 regular meeting were
approved as written. No meeting was held in July.
Staff reported that the new FBO would begin business
on August 8, 1987, and that the transition appeared
to be going smoothly.
Negotiations have been taking place between the City
and Elmont George for purchase of the hangars and
maintenance building. It appears that an agreement
has been reached and that the City Council will
address this issue in August.
The bid for the taxiway paving has been awarded and a
pre-construction conference held. The actual work
will be starting in August. The FBO will be notified
in advance so leasees can be notified.
Staff noted that the FAA will be checking safety
items at all airports and will be noting if airports
are using the Operational Safety Guide recently
distributed. It was suggested that a Safety
Committee be formed with representatives of the
Commission, the FBO, and City Staff. Bill Porter
volunteered to head this committee and will report
his recommendations to the Commission at its next
meeting.
It was mentioned that the radio towers to the south-
east of the airports are becoming difficult to see
and perhaps strobe lights should be used. Bill
Porter volunteered to discuss this matter with the
station owner. A report will be made at the next
meeting.
It was requested that the matter of non-uniform
traffic patterns be discussed at the next meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 1:30 P.M.
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ASHLAND HISTORIC COMMISSION
Minutes
August 5, 1987
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:40 p.m. by Chairperson
George Kramer. Members present were Hal Cloer, Maxine Colwell,
Bob Edwards, Terry Grant, Jim Lewis and Lorraine Whitten and
Assistant Planner John McLaughlin. Margaret Dode and Craig Hudson
were absent. Minutes were taken by Edwards.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Whitten moved and Grant s~conded a motion to approve the minutes
of July 1 as corrected. Motion passed unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS
PA 87-108
Conditional Use Permit
935 Siskiyou Boulevard
Bruce Richey
McLaughlin presented plans for the expansion and remodeling of a
medical office building first built in the 1960s, noting that the
design would be a continuation of the original architecture.
Parking exceeds requirements. Cloer moved and Whitten seconded a
motion of approval. The motion passed unanimously,
Building Permit Review
599 East Main Street
Christian Life Fellowship
Everett Chaney, applicant representing the Church, presented
plans to replace eight present windows with new m~tal-clad
double-glazed windows of a color to match as closely as possible
the originals. Whitten moved and Lewis seconded ai motion to
approve the application with the notation that the Commission
would prefer a different style mullion. Motion passed
unanimously.
PA 87-103
Conditional Use Permit, Parking Variance
142 "B" Street
Lance Pugh
McLaughlin presented a plot diagram showing plans to convert an
exisiting single-family dwelling to a professional office which
would require a variance for 50 percent reduction in required
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parking. Grant moved and Cloer seconded a motion to disapprove
the parking variance because of the neg~tive impact on the
Historic District. Mo~ion approved unanimously.
Whitten moved and Grant seconded a motion that should the' parking
variance be approved, by the Planning Commission, the Hist0ric
Commission wishes to go on record as stating the proposed brick
entry would be inappropriate. Motion passed unanimously.
PA 87-099
Minor Land Partition
215 Scenic Drive
Benjamin DeHaven
McLaughlin presented a plot plan showing plans to divide the
existing parcel at 215 Scenic Drive into two separate parcels.
Cloer moved and Whitten seconded a motion to approve. Motion
passed unanimously.
PA 87-111
Conditional Use Permit
246 "A" Street
Marshall Cole
McLaughlin presented plans showing a proposal to construct an
automotive paint booth at an existing auto body shop. He noted
that Staff would recommend concrete block construction rather
than the intended corrugated metal. Cloer moved and Whitten
seconded a motiori ,that approval be contingent upon presentation
of building plan~ compatible with the exisiting structure,
including matchirig materials and complementary roof line. Motion
passed unanimously.
Staff Permits
Kramer again requested that Staff present each month a report of
approved permits that did not come before the full Commission in
order that a formal list of actions be maintained.
OLD BUSINESS
Sign Ordinance
Kramer reported that he had reviewed the sign ordinance from the
City of Pasadena. which had been obtained by Whitten. He said the
ordinance is a straight-forward presentation to protect signs of
historic nature as, for instance, historic means of illumination
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or integration into the architecture ofa building. He proposed
that similar action be taken in Ashland. With the con~urrance of
the Commission, he will forward the Pasadena ordinance to the
Planning Commission with a request that the Ashland ordinance be
similarly amended.
Staff Permit Criteria
A request was again made to Staff to propose an amendment to the
ordinance which created the Historic Commission to eliminate the
problem of requiring decisions within seven days of plan submital
by property owners.
NEW BUSINESS
Antenna Ordinance
Kramer said he had sent a letter on behalf of the Historic
Commission to the Federal Communications Com~ission supporting
the petition of the Citizens Ad Hoc Committee protesting the
proposed microwave antenna by Pacific Northwest Bell,
McLaughlin reported that Alderman Phil Arnold has proposed an
ordinance amendment that would control placement of all parabolic
attennas in the community.
Governor's Conference
The Governor's Conference on Historic Preservation will be held
at Timberline Lodge at Mount Hood in the fall. Cloer moved and
Grant seconded amotion that Jim Lewis attend on behalf of the
Commission. Motion passed unanimously.
Landmarks Workshop
The Historic Preservation League of Oregon will hold a free
workshop at Medford on August 8. Cloer and Edwards plan to
attend.
Southern Pacific.
McLaughlin reported the Southern Pacific Railroad, in preparation
for the Golden Spike Centennial ceremony, wishes t6 remove the
modular housing units north of the station ~nd demolish a small
building south of the station. At his request, Whitten and Grant
were appointed to inspect the small structure and recommend
whether or not it should be removed.
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Alley Name
City Administrator Brian Almquist requested the Commission to
propose a name for an alley running northerly from Nursery
Street. Maxine Colwell was appointed to research the history of
the neighborhood and make a formal recommendation to the City
Council.
Demolition Ordinance
McLaughlin asked ,the Commission to recommend how to amend the
city's Demolition Ordinance to pr0tect structures on:the
Landmarks list. It was agreed he should propose wording which
would "deny demolition of any structures within the designated
Historic District."
Lincoln Statue
Kramer reported the vandalized statue of Abraham Lincoln which
had been burried in Lithia Park has been dis~nterred -- headless
-- and is stored in a parks building. He said the marble
sculpture is in excellent condition. Sculptor Jeffrey has been
asked to estimate the cost of creating a new head.
Kramer to School
Kramer reported he has been accepted in the masters program'in
historic preservation at the University of Oregon beginning ~n
September. Vice Chairperson Grant will preside at Commission
meetings beginning in October.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS' MEETING
July 17, 1987
The Board of Directors' of Ashland Community Hospital met at 12:30 p.m. on Friday,
July 17, 1987, in the Conference Room of the Hospital.
?RESENT:
Those present were: Walt Hoffbuhr, presiding; 'B. Doyle Greene, Linda Jackson,
Michael Jewett, Frank Billovits, Jerry 'Cooper, Stephen Lunt, and' Frances Wiley,
Board members; Allen Johnson, M.D., Medical Staff representative; Pat Acklin,
City Council liaison; Jennie Dunbar, Auxiliary president; Michael McGraw, CFO;
and Carolyn Johnson, executive secretary pro tern. '
UlSENT: .
Those absent were: Jean Keevil, M.D., Board mernber; and Beth Bornet, Foundation
president.
;ALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Walt Hoffbuhr.
\,PPROVAL OF
'IOARD MINUTES:
Walt Hoffbuhr called'for a motion for the approval of the minutes of the regular
Board meetings of June 19, 1987, (two sets); June 26, 1987, (one set); and July
2, 1987, (one set)..' It was moved by Frank Billovits and seconded by Mike Jewett
that the minutes be" approved as received. Motion carried.
\PPROVAL OF
;xEC!ITIVE SESSION
IINUTES: Copies of the minutes of,the executive sessions of June 19, 1987, (two sets);
June 26, 1987, (one set); and July 2, 1987, (one set) were distributed. The
minutes of the June 26, 1987, meeting were corrected as follows: The time was
changed from 11:48 p.m. to 12:48 p.m. and Mike Jewett pointed out that he
believes he was present at this meeting. It was moved by Linda Jackson and
seconded by B. Doyle Greene that these minutes be approved as corrected. Motion
carried.
'INANCE REPORT:
Mike McGraw reviewed:the year-end financial report, noting that it was subject to
revision after the auditor's report has been' filed. Net operating revenues are
$965,054 above last'year and operating expenses are $34,143 over the last fiscal
year, giving us a healthy bottom line. The operating statistics demonstrate a
continued decline in admissions, births, patient days, average daily census, and
percent occupancy and a continued increase in the length of stay (LOS), numbers
of surgeries performed, and the number of outpatient procedures performed.
Occupancy for the month of June 1987 was 27.5 percent while the year-to-date is
24 percent. In terms of budget expense, we continue to be under budget by
$378,154 year-to-date. Pat Acklin asked why there was a discrepancy between
budget and actual and wondered if' we should not be closer. Mike McGraw pointed
out that it is our custom to budget on the high side so that special Budget
Committee meetings don't have to be called by the City Council to deal with
supplemental budgets. Frank Billovits pointed out that $378,154 is less than a
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5 percent discrepancy and was within acceptable accounting guidelines. Total
assets are up $474,135. over last year. Stephen Lunt pointed out that our
charity deductions from revenue had almost doubled since last year, and he
wondered if this was a worrisbme trend. McGraw responded that it will continue
to be a problem in the future. McGraw informed the Board that $170,000 has been
set aside to cover paybacks to Medicare for a two-year period. Last year's cost
report has not been finalized and we could owe as much as $70,000 for our
outpatient activity this year. He explained that Medicare pays on a system of
costs or charges whichever is less. In summary, McGraw said Ashland Community
Hospital is one of the most stable, viable small hospitals in Oregon. However,
we are operating this hospital on 35 beds and the future remains a challenge.
Frank Billovits asked about our long-term debt. Mike McGraw pointed out that if
operating revenue became a problem in the future, it would be possible for the
City Council to levy taxes to cover the debt. Pat Acklin reminded the Board that
at the time the bonds were issued the voters were promised that this would not
occur. Walt Hoffbuhr called for a motion to accept the financial report. It was
moved by Frank Billovits and seconded by Mike Jewett that the financial report ~e
accepted as presented. Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF
EXPENDITURES:
Walt Hoffbuhr then called for a motion to approve the July expenditures. Frances
Wiley moved' and B. Doyle Greene seconded a motion approving payment of the July
bills. Motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
AND MINUTES:
Marketing and Finance Committee Report
Jerry Cooper reported that the committee had discussed the advisability of
selecting a new advertising agency, hoping to improve the continuity of our
advertising campaigns.
Linda Jackson moved and Frances Wiley seconded a motion that the Board accept the
Marketing and Finance Committee's minutes from July 10, 1987, and approve the
actions of this committee as reflected in these minutes. Motion carried.
Strategic Planning Committee Report
Walt Hoffbuhr briefly reviewed the minutes that were distributed, pointing out
that most of the meeting was spent on preparing for the upcoming planning
retreat.
Frances Wiley moved and B. Doyle Greene seconded a motion that the Board accept
the Strategic Planning Committee minutes from July 16, 1987, and approve the
actions of this committee as reflected in these minutes. Motion carried.
MEDICAL STAFF
REPORT: Dr. Allen Johnson presented the report of the Credentialing Committee as follows:
Michael Rulon, M.D., has been'approved for GYN privileges and Julie Dixon, R.N.,
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has been approved for allied health privileges, as a surgical assistant to Drs.
Maurer and Morrison. Linda Jackson moved and Frances Wiley seconded a motion to
approve the privileges as granted to Dr. Rulon and Ms. Dixon. Motion carried.
Dr. Johnson also reported that the pediatricians who will be working out of Dr.
Diane William's office while she is away on a year's sabbatical have agreed to be
in attendance at C-sections.
CFO'S REPORT:
Mike McGraw opened his report by thanking the Board members for all of the extra
time and effort they have given to the staff during this period of transition.
Request for Carpet Replacement
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McGraw referred a request to replace the carpeting in the pining Room to B. Doyle
Greene, chairman of the Building Committee.
Sports Medicine Construction Costs
In response to questions regarding the final building costs for the Sports
Medicine Center and:the covered walkway, Mike McGraw produced a large binder and
presented it to B. Doyle Greene for review. McGraw reported that the total cost
came to $173,374. Past minutes were reviewed and $159,000 was found to be the
original amount requested.
Directors and Officers Insurance
McGraw reported that he had received a call from Bob Nelson, finance director for
the city of Ashland, to report that, contrary to his first interpretation, the
city's insurance carrier will not cover this Board's Directors and Officers
Insurance. Therefore, McGraw has been working with Health'Future, our current
carrier, to get coverage retroactive to May 1, 1987. Cost of this coverage is
not known at this time.
Health Future Meetin~
McGraw extended an invitation to any Board member who would
6 p.m. tonight for a 'Health Future meeting at Ashland Hills
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like to 'join him at
Inn.
CT Scan Update
McGraw reported that he had contacted Dennis Perry and radiologist John Barton,
M.D., and informed 'them of the,Board's action to put the CT scanner on hold for
the present time. Dr. Barton had assumed that this would be the case until a new
administrator for the hospital has been selected.
)THER BUSINESS:
Search Committee Selection
Walt Hoffbuhr reported that the advertisements have been run and that
applications are arriving daily. He announced that it is time to select the
Board representatives for the committee. The committee will be composed of seven
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(7) members: four (4) Board members to include Dr. Jean Keevil, one (1) medical
doctor to be selected by the Medical Staff, one (1) Foundation member to
represent the community, and Pat Acklin to' represent the mayor and the City
Council. Walt Hoffbuhr.explained that the applications will be pre-screened by
Bob Strowbridge and Peggy Cockrell, personnel director, to eliminate those who do
not meet the minimum requirements. The ,remaining applications will be set up in
packets of 10 to 15, and committee members should anticipate at least 200 to be
reviewed. After the review process, applicants for interviews will be selected.
The full Board will be involved in the interview process. After much discussion,
Linda Jackson, Walt Hoffbuhr, and Mike Jewett agreed to serve on the committee.
Frances Wiley volunteered as an alternate for Mike Jewett if he finds he does not
have the time to review all of the packets.
City Business
Pat Acklin advised the Board that one of the City Council members had submitted a
resolution regarding involvement of the ex-officio Council member on the Search
Committee and the:request that the City Council interview each candidate. The
latter was stricken'from the resolution and although no action could be taken at
that meeting because the resolution was not on the agenda, Acklin expects that it
will come up at the next meeting. The resolution was intended to confirm the
,City Council's responsibility for the hospital. However, it raises the
controversy about whether the Board selects the candidate who is presented by the
mayor to. the Council for appointment or 'whether the Board selects a candidate and
presents the candidate directly to the Council. Acklin read a letter from city
attorney Ron Salter to the mayor expressing his opinion that the charter
overrides the ordinance and therefore the administrator/CEO is responsible to the
elected mayor rather than the appointed Board. Several Council members and
attorney Mike Jewett disagree with this interpretation. At any rate, the need
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for improved communication between the administrator and the Council has been
identified. Acklin suggested that a more detailed agenda'with subheadings on
items that need action and more detailed minutes would be helpful. Her
suggestions will be,referred to the Board's Executive Committee, which will work
with the administrative secretary.
Letter From Ron Salter ReRardinR Contract
Walt Hoffbuhr read letters of,June 18, 1987, and July 6, 1987, addressed to the
Board from city attorney Ron Salter. The letters recommended wording to be
considered to deal with termination of the administrator/CEO in the future. The
issue is "at the will of the Board" versus "gross misconduct." The Board
discussed these recommendations and instructed Walt Hoffbuhr to contact Mr.
Salter and respond that they preferred the "at will" wording. Mr. Salter will
then draft a contract.
Lunt Concerns
Board member Stephen Lunt had four concerns he wished to address to the Board.
The first was an article he had read in the June 22, 1987, issue of Hospitals
regarding the pros and cons of charging for bedside telephone service. Mike
McGraw responded that we do not charge at this time but if telephone service
costs continue to'rise, we may need to consider this in the future. Second,
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Lunt asked for an oplnlon from his fellow members regarding the Board's need to
know about potential in-house problems (i.e., personnel issues) that they may
have to deal with if they become a crisis. Frank Billovits responded that this
is the role of the CEO. 'Pat Acklin suggested that the CEO submit a monthly
written report. Third, Lunt asked how the hospital is planning to respond to the
growing concern about AIDS. Carolyn Johnson responded that the hospital cannot
refuse admission or treatment of any patient regardless of his/her diagnosis;
Currently, our Home Health service is providing care to, an AIDS patient. She
explained that our Infection Control nurse has developed isolation procedures and
that monthly inservices have been offered to provide staff with current
information and to stimulate them to identify their personal feelings so that we
can work them out before we actually get our first patient. Dr. Allen Johnson
pointed out that we had a patient who has AIDS but that we did not know it at the
time. All employees are being asked to protect themselves when handling body
fluids. Fourth, Lunt asked if we had a book on evaluating the CEO. Hoffbuhr
responded that there are such books available.
Date of Board Meeting
Frank Billovits asked if it would, be possible to have the monthly financial
report, included in the Board's packet so that it could be studied before the
meeting. McGraw explained that because of the date of the meeting, the financial
report was not always ready when the packet went out. The Board asked if the
date of the"meeting could be moved. Frances Wiley moved and Linda Jackson
seconded a motion to move the Board meeting to the fourth Friday. Motion
carried.
Announcement
Walt Hoffbuhr announced that Sharlene and
girl whom they have named Heather Elaine.
expressing their best wishes.
Keith Stephens had an 8 lb. 6 oz. baby
The Board asked that a gift be sent
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to discuss at this time, the meeting was
adjourned at 2:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lin~9~
Board Secretary
Approved: