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AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL
DECEMBER 1, 1992
I. J PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 7:30 P.M., Civic Center Council Chambers
II. J ROLL CALL
III. J APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Meeting of November 17, 1992.
IV. U SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS & AWARDS:
1. Proclamation - Christmas Tree Recycle Day in Ashland.
V. CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Minutes of Boards, Commissions & Committees.
2. Report by Fire Chief on 1992 residential burning season.
/3. Liquor license request by Ron Roth, Plaza Cafe, 47 N. Main.
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (Must conclude by 9:30 P.M.)
1. P.A. QJ-121, zone change and Comprehensive Plan Map change from R-2 (Multi- i
family residential) to C-1 (Commercial) for property located at 150 N. Pioneer St.
Assessor's Map No. 391 E09BA T.L. 11800 (Stan Potocki/Bruce E. McLean,
Applicants)
2. P.A. 92-109, request for modification of Chapter 18.96, (Off-Street Parking) of the
Ashland Land-use Ordinance, to require that 50% of all required bicycle parking
be covered and protected from the weather. (City of Ashland, Applicant)
VII. NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
1. Request by Ashland Parks & Recreation Commission to place proposed funding
measure for Park land acquisition on March 23 Special Election ballot.
2. Request by Ashland Chamber of Commerce to place proposed funding measure
for Park land acquisition on March 23 Special Election ballot.
3. Request from Wayne Cahill, 375 Tolman Creek Road, to connect property
outside the City Limits to the sanitary sewer system.
4. Petition from Wetlands Coalition requesting establishment of a technical
committee to resolve interagency conflicts regarding WWTP Standards.
5. Letter from Wetlands Coalition proposing restrictions on the use of garbage
disposals.
VIII. PUBLIC FORUM: Business from the audience not included on the agenda
(Limited to 3 min. per speaker and 15 min. total)
IX. ORDINANCES. RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS:
J1. Second reading by title only of an ordinance authorizing and ordering the
development of a public park located immediately South of the Southern Pacific
Railroad tracks between Sixth Street and Eighth Street in the Railroad District,
Ashland and authorizing the assessment of the cost of the improvements against
property to be benefitted and providing that warrants issued for the cost of the
improvement be general obligations of the City of Ashland.
�2. Second reading by title only of an ordinance vacating alley off Sunnyview Drive
®�`� on the Margaret Wiley property.
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3. Second reading by title only of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2052, the
Land-use Ordinance of the City of Ashland and Section 18.12.030 of the Ashland
D Municipal Code, to re-zone certain property from City of Ashland E-1 to R-2 and
- R-1-3.5P. (Mahar Property)
14. Second reading by title only of an ordinance adopting an amendment to the
Ashland Comprehensive Plan Map from Employment to Low-Density Multi-Family
Residential and Suburban Residential. (Mahar Property)
ya-SS 15. Reading by title only of a resolution adopting sewer rate schedules and repealing
Resolution No. 92-16.
� I^ S. Reading by title only of a resolution adopting water rate schedules and repealing
yGo "� Resolution No. 91-48.
7. Reading by title only of a resolution Canvassing the Vote, and Mayor's
Proclamation regarding election for public officers held on November 3, 1992.
8. Reading by title only of a resolution of the City of Ashland, Oregon evidencing its
intent to reimburse Capital expenditures.
9. Authorization for City Administrator to negotiate and execute lease with Robert A.
Skinner for Ashland Municipal Airport.
) 10. Indemnification agreement for Taylor Foundation (Park & Recreation
Commission).
X. OTHER BUSINESS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
Xl. ADJOURNMENT: To Executive Session on December 8, 1992 at 7:30 P.M. to
consider the evaluation of the City Attorney and City Administrator.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 17, 1992
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Catherine Golden called the meeting to order and
led the Pledge of Allegiance at 7:30 P.M. on the above date in the
.Council Chambers. Laws, Reid, Williams, Acklin, Winthrop and Arnold
were present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Golden asked that Page 1, PUBLIC HEARING, be
amended to read that Rick Landt requested that the Parks Department
not all City departments review requests for alley/street vacations.
The .minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 3 , 1992 were- accepted
as amended. .
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS & AWARDS: John Fregonese. A resolution was
read in appreciation of John Fregonese's 13 years as Ashland's
Planning Director and all of his hard work and dedication which has
resulted in making Ashland a nicer and more desirable place to live.
He's leaving Ashland to begin work for Portland Metro on December 1.
T.C.I. Cablevision. Glenn Rierson, TCI, presented a $600 check to the
Ashland Cable Access Channel for the use 'of Cable Channel 9 during the
Olympics. He said the cable re-build project will probably be
completed about Mid-December.
CONSENT AGENDA: Winthrop asked that item 2 be pulled for discussion.
Arnold moved to approve the remainder of the agenda as follows: 1)
Monthly Departmental Reports, October 1992; 3) Acceptance and
placement of plaque donated to City, commemorating the Applegate
Trail; 4) Appointment of Alan DeBOer to the Airport Commission for a
term expiring April 30, 1994; 5) Confirmation of City Administrator's
rescinding of stage i Water Curtailment; 6) Appointment of John
McLaughlin, Senior Planner, as interim Planning Director. Item 2)
City Administrator's Monthly Report. Almquist reviewed his monthly
activity report. Winthrop moved approval of this item, Arnold
seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
PUBLIC HEARING: Proposed L.I.D. Railroad District Park. Almquist
explained the S.P.R.R. is unwilling to wait for one year for park
funds to be raised and Allen Sandler is willing to carry 50% of the
balance for one year from close of escrow. If an Open Space funding
measure is approved by the voters, the proposed assessments to
property owners will be reimbursed. On a question from Williams,
Almquist said the payments can be made all at once or 2 payments per
year for ten years. The City will assume liability, and the Parks
Department will develop the park. The public hearing was opened. Bob
Martindale, 244 Hargadine, feels the entire City should pay for the
park. Neil Burrill, owner of 1035 Eureka, is opposed. Randy Voris,
owner of 3 tax lots on A St. , objects to more property taken out of
the tax base. , Joe Garfas, 2 tax lots on 4th St. , is opposed. Charles
McKereghan, 77 Sixth St. , spoke in favor. Russ Blair does not think
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non-profit organizations should be assessed, i.e. VFW and churches.
James Everett, 260 N. 1st, is opposed, whole City should pay. Frank
Billovits, representing owners of 250 Pioneer, opposed to LID to
purchase parks. Beth Wilcox, 268 Sixth St. , is opposed. Della
Ortega, 954 B St. , is opposed. Marvin Gettling, 939 B St. , is
opposed. Vergie Hahn, 925 B St. , is opposed. Mrs. Brunston, 325,
355, 357 B St. , is opposed. Bill Emerson, 90 Fifth St. , is in favor. .
Richard McKinney, 117 8th St. , is in favor. Betty Camner, 868 B St. ,
is in favor, but concerned about ability of low-income people to pay,
and City Recorder Franklin said the State will pay Senior Citizen's
portions which will be reimbursed when the property is sold. Dan
Heller, 872 B St. , is in favor. Joe Garfas asked about contaminants
on the property and City Attorney Nolte said the park will not be
purchased unless it is clear of same. Chris Hald is opposed. The
public hearing was closed. Almquist said 13 . 19% are opposed. First
reading of the ordinance was held and Arnold moved to second reading, '
Laws seconded the motion. Williams said non-profit organizations
should be excluded and Laws disagreed. Acklin said the property is
extremely significant but would like to find funds to reimburse
property owners. Laws moved to amend motion to exclude non-profits
from the L. I,.D. , and Reid seconded. Arnold said non-profits should be
included. The motion passed on roll call vote with Arnold dissenting.
Winthrop moved to amend original motion to include a low-income
discount mechanism, Williams seconded, and the motion passed on roll
call vote with Arnold and Acklin dissenting. The original motion
passing ordinance to second reading was brought forth and passed
unanimously on roll call vote.
NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: "Town Halle Meeting Report. Debbie
Miller, 160 Normal Ave. , said over 150 people attended, and growth
issues are still at the forefront. She asked that Council give
direction and said Friends of Ashland wish to help.
Drug Free Zone Signs. Joan Jackson, Chair of A.S.A.P. , asked. for City
assistance in placing "Drug Free Zone" signs at all schools which warn
of increased penalties for illegal drug activity within 1000' of
school yards. Laws moved to approve the proposal in concept, but
asked that more details be provided. Reid seconded, all YES on roll
call vote.
Reclaimed water Study. Public Works Dir. Hall asked Council
authorization for his participation in a study with the U.S. Bureau of
Reclamation for the use of reclaimed water for agricultural purposes.
Acklin moved approval, Arnold seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Plan. Hall reviewed the
information in the Council packet. He also reviewed a memo placed on
Councilors' tables prior to the meeting, which summarized a
conversation with Dick Santner, DEQ, regarding a time extension for a
wetlands study. Reid suggested a letter to the Governor requesting a
study by all agencies and involving other cities to aid in solving
this issue. John Holroyd, Brown & Caldwell, said Alternative 3A is
the most effective for meeting permit limits. On a question from
Reid, Holroyd said he is familiar with the work Dr. Gearhart is doing
in Mt. Angel, but their requirements are easier to meet than
Ashland's. Gary Schrodt, Wetlands Coalition, said further study on
wetlands should be done prior to making a decision. Plato .
Doundoulakis, Wetland Coalition, agreed with Schrodt and expressed
Regular Meeting - Ashland City Council - Nov. 17, 1992 - P. 2
concern about Alternative 3A. Acklin moved to direct Staff to
complete the facilities plan for Alternatives 3A and 3A-Alternate and,
if a time extension from DEQ has not been granted by December 15,
present the plan to Council for adoption at the council meeting, on
that date. Williams seconded the motion which passed on roll call
vote as follows: Laws, Williams, and Acklin; YES; Arnold and
Winthrop, NO. (REID was out of the room)
Arnold moved to consider item 5. ORDINANCES - Newsrack Placement
Ordinance at this time. Williams seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
Nolte presented amendments to the Ordinance. Steven Boyd, Publisher
of the Lithiagraph, said the proposed racks are unsightly and high
costs for racks will put him out of business. Angela Carmen, USA
Today, said their racks meet all specifications. Reid moved to extend
^ -�( the meeting, Winthrop seconded, all AYES on voice vote. A
f A��representative of The Oregonian, is concerned about violation of the
First Amendment and would like a working agreement with Ashland about
newsrack appearance. Michael O'Brien, Daily Tidings, asked that one
more location on the Plaza be added. George Holzman, Gazette, is
opposed to the ordinance as it is now written. Leon Swartzberg, Jr. ,
Lithiagraph, is opposed to the ordinance. Reid is also opposed and
said it is based on false findings. Acklin said more input should be
obtained and reviewed and placed on future agenda. Arnold so moved,
Winthrop seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
11The Summit: Building a Hate Free Oregon." Arnold requested
authorization to represent the City at a conference on December 4
hosted by Governor Roberts and U.S. West Communications. Acklin moved
to place this item on the agenda, Reid seconded, all AYES on voice
vote. Williams moved approval, Winthrop seconded, all AYES on voice
vote.
ORDINANCES. RESOLUTIONS & CONTRACTS: Routing Plan - Billings
Property. (Information contained in Agenda Packet) . Reid moved
approval, Williams seconded, all AYES on voice vote.
Transient Occupancy Tax - Homeless Provision. Second reading by title
only of an ordinance providing an exemption to the Transient Occupancy
Tax for rooms occupied by the homeless. Acklin moved approval, Arnold
seconded, All YES on roll call vote. (ORD. 2692)
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 12: 00 Midnight to Executive
Session on December 8, 1992 at 7: 30 P.M. to consider the evaluation of
the City Attorney and City Administrator.
Nan E. Franklin Catherine M. Golden
City Recorder Mayor
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117TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLE DAY11
WHEREAS, solid waste disposal and a dwindling capacity in our
landfills is a critical National problem; and
WHEREAS, garden waste' contributes a significant volume in our
landfills; and
WHEREAS, Troop 112 of the Boy Scouts of America, with
assistance from the Ashland Parks Department, picked
up and chipped over 4, 000 Christmas trees last year;
and
WHEREAS, the chipped material was used on park trails and as K" WOR-
mulch for plants and did not enter the "waste
stream" ; and
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WHEREAS, the Ashland Lions are supporting this effort by
donating volunteer power and equipment to transport
the pick-up crews.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Catherine M. Golden, Mayor of the City of
Ashland, do hereby proclaim Saturday, January 9, 1993 as:
"CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLE DAY IN ASHLAND11
and hereby urge all citizens to set out their tree near the
curb on Friday, January 8th to be picked up on January 9th ,
between 9:00 A.M. and 6: 00 P.M. , and to consider making a
donation to assist the Troop in their community service
activities.
Dated this 1st day of December, 1992 . ii
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Catherine M. Golden
F5ge Mayor
Nan E. Franklin
City Recorder
ASHLAND HISTORIC COMMISSION
Minutes
November 4, 1992
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Jim Lewis at 7:40 p.m. Members present
were Jim Lewis, Terry Skibby, Le Hook, Jean MacKenzie, Jane Dancer, Keith Chambers,
Dana Johnson, H.L. Wood and Steve Ennis. Also present were Assistant Planner Kristen
Cochran and Secretary Sonja Akerman. No members were absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Dancer moved and Ennis seconded to approve the October 7, 1992 Minutes as mailed. The
motion was unanimously passed.
STAFF REPORTS
PA 92-128
Conditional Use Permit
1 Hillcrest Street
Gayle Titus
Cochran explained this application is for an expansion of the garage, which is a non-
conforming structure. The existing setbacks are three foot side yard and nine foot rear yard,
rather than the required ten feet on each. Compatible materials with the house will be
used. Fire Department concerns have been worked out.
Gayle Titus said a new hydrant will be installed on Glenview Drive across from the garage.
This will provide better protection for the whole area. Structures are required to be within
250 feet of a hydrant and she was 300 feet. When questioned by Chambers regarding cost,
Titus answered the Water Department will provide the hydrant and she will pay for the
installation.
After discussing fire walls and culverts, Chambers moved and Johnson seconded to
recommend approval of this action. The motion passed unanimously.
PA 92-119
Transfer of Ownership
120 Gresham Street
Margaret Kuan
Cochran stated this is a formality when a traveller's accommodation changes ownership.
The applicant will operate the B & B under the same conditions except she will live in one
of the units.
Ennis moved to recommend approval of this application. With a second by Hook, the
motion was unanimously approved.
BUILDING PERMITS
Permits reviewed by members of the Historic Commission and issued during the month of
October follow:
167 East Main Street Ray Jackson Remodel
126 Nursery Street Brent Thompson Remodel
5 Hillcrest Street Robert Hall Overhang
116 Nob Hill Street Jenna Sturgis Re-Roof
73 Granite Street Gerald/Helaine Noble Rear Demolition
548 Iowa Street Bill Koenigsberg Foundation/Re-Roof
477 Fairview Street Joe Martinez Addition
140 High Street Lorraine Raff Remodel/Addition
51 North Main Street Lance Pugh/Lloyd Haines Demolish Int. Walls
477 North Main Street Sue Kruse Dormer/Skylight
73 Granite Street Gerald/Helaine Noble Remodel/Addition
73 Granite Street Gerald/Helaine Noble Garage
363 "B" Street Counseling Assoc. of S. Oregon Sign
Off Pioneer Street Shops in the alley Sign
47 North Main Street Plaza Cafe Sign
363 "B" Street Counseling Assoc. of S. Oregon Sign
340 "A" Street Software Boutique Sign
REVIEW BOARD
Following is the schedule (until the next meeting) for the Review Board,which meets every
Thursday from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. in the Planning Department:
November 5 Lewis, MacKenzie, Hook, Skibby and Wood
November 12 MacKenzie, Skibby and Dancer
Ashland Historic Commission
Minutes
November 4, 1992 Page 2
November 19 Hook, Johnson, MacKenzie, Skibby and Lewis
November 26 THANKSGIVING
OLD BUSINESS
Joint Study Session
Ennis reported a subcommittee consisting of himself,Chambers,Lewis,Skibby,and Planning
Commissioners Susan Powell and Mike Bingham will meet on November 9th.
Granite Street Fountain
Chambers will write a draft letter requesting the Water Department to replace the fountain
with the one in storage. Skibby will take photos.
Cemetery Nominations to National Register
Kay Atwood's letter was discussed regarding costs involved in the nomination. Lewis
recommended the Commission first seek support from the City Council, then pursue
information about grants, etc. A letter to the Council will be drafted for the next meeting.
Skibby moved and Wood seconded to pursue the nomination of the cemeteries to the
National Register. The motion passed unanimously.
Statue at Library
MacKenzie reported Jeffrey Bernard did a beautiful job of cleaning the statue, and that it
now looks iridescent. Two brass plaques have been ordered to cover the holes on the sides.
She added that John Fregonese has agreed to place one or two benches around the statue
and they are trying to get a floodlight from across the street.
Applegate Trail Plague
Skibby related he had talked with John Fregonese about the placement of the plaque.
Fregonese agreed the Plaza area would be appropriate.
Hook moved to recommend to the City Council that the City of Ashland accept the plaque
commemorating the Applegate Trail, and that it be placed in the Plaza area. Johnson
seconded the motion and it was unanimously passed.
Heritage Landmarks List
Hook moved to recommend to the City Council the Interim Heritage Landmarks list be
adopted as the final list. Johnson seconded the motion and it was unanimously passed.
Ashland historic Commission
Minutes
November 4, 1992 Page 3
NEW BUSINESS
G.K. Schrock
Mr. Schrock spoke about the 100th anniversary of the Chautaugua Dome. He feels Ashland
should celebrate the people that accomplished Chautaugua, and suggested having a
"Chautaugua Event" during the time period of June 14 to July 5 (the three week period in
which it was completed).
The Commission advised working with SOHS, the schools, and newspapers, and also
discussed tying it in with National Historic Preservation week in May and/or the Applegate
Trail celebration.
Schrock then acquainted the Commission with what is being done in his research for
National Register nomination of 34 Union Street. He feels the Emerys need to be
remembered, as in his opinion, there is very little physical evidence left in Ashland of this
family. If the house (which was built by H.S. Emery, foster son of Eber and Sophia) was
on the National Register, he would open up the home so the people could "see" history. He
added he does not anticipate success, but would like the support of the Commission in order
to educate people.
Letter from Pat Marlin
The letter from Pat Marlin (85 Union Street) was discussed requesting paving of the alley
between Union and Gresham Streets by the City. Skibby commented the worst part of the
alley seems to be the existing paved portion. No decision was made.
ADJOURNMENT
With a motion by Hook and second by Chambers, it was the unanimous decision of the
Commission to adjourn the meeting at 9:55 p.m.
Ashland Historic Commission
Minutes
November 4, 1992 Page 4
ASHLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
November 19, 1992
TO Mayor Cathy Golden and City Council
FROM Keith E. Woodley, Fire Chief
SUBJECT Report on 1992 Residential Burning Season
During this year, residents of the City were provided with
32 burning days during which residential burning could be
conducted under city ordinance and air quality guidelines. City
burning periods were curtailed due to an especially lengthy fire
season, resulting in a burning period from April 1 through May
9th, and October 21st through 31st. The $15.00 fee was waived
this year to measure 'its impact on the number of permits issued.
Following is a comparison of the burning activity for the last
three years:
Year Period Number Permits
1992 April 1 - May 9 87
October 21-31 29 (116)
1991 April 1 - May 31 76
September 15 - October 15 16 (92)
1990 April 1 - May 31 43
September 15 - October 15 10 (53)
Burning permits issued this year increased by 24 permits,
even though the time alotted for burning was decreased due to
weather conditions. Although there are other factors which affect
the demand for burning permits, it appears that residents viewed
burning as a less expensive, or time intensive, alternative to
composting or transporting material to the Recycling Depot or
Bio-Mass.
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Contents of Record for Ashland Planning Action 92-121
REQUEST FOR A ZONE CHANGE AND
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP CHANGE FROM R-2
(Multi-Family Residential) TO C-1 (Commercial) FOR
THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 150 NORTH PIONEER
STREET. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION:
MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL; ZONING: R-2;
ASSESSOR'S MAP #: 09BA; TAX LOT: 11800.
APPLICANT: STAN POTOCKI AND BRUCE E.
McLEAN
-- Public Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Proposed Findings for Denial ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
-- Minutes of Planning Commission Meeting 10/13/92 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
- Planning Department Staff Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
— Minutes of Historic Commission Meeting 10/7/92 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
- Mediation Exhibit "A!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
-- Application Materials submitted by Applicants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
LARGE ITEMS NOT INCLUDED IN PACKET:
Album of photographs of site submitted by applicants
Videotape of property and surrounding area submitted by applicants
- Videotape of property and surrounding area prepared by Planning Staff
Notice is hereby given that a PUB uC HEARING on the objecuoti i`basCd Oil lo,°PC CC]odes your right of appeal to LUB A ontha t critel COIL
the following request with respect to the ASHLAND A copy oftheapplicalion,all docuntentsandevidence relied u poll bytheapplicant and
LAND USE ORDINANCE will be held before the applicable criteria arc available for inspection at no wst and will be provided at
ASHLAND PLANNING COMMISSION on the reasonable cost,if requested.A copy of the staff report will be available for inspection
sevmdayspriortothehearingmdwillbeprovidedatreasonablewski frequested.All
13TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 1992 AT 7.00 P.M. materials are available at the Ashland Planning Department,City Iiau,20 East Main,
at the ASHLAND CIVIC CENTER, 1 175 East Ashland,OR 97520.
Main Street, Ashland, Oregon. During the Public Hearing,the Chair shall allow testimony from the applicant and
those in attendance concerning this request The Chair shall have the right to limit the
length of testimony and require that conunents be restricted to the applicable criteria
The ordinmm criteria applicableto this application arc anached to this notim.Oregon
lawstates thatfailure to misean objection conmmingthisapplication,either in person If you have my questions or comments concerning this request,please feel free to
or by letter,or failure to provide sufficient specificity to afford the decisim maker m wnL,ct Susan Yates at the Ashland Planning Department,City Hall,at 488-5305.
opportunity to respond to the issue,precludes your right of appeal to the Land Use
Board of Appeals(LUBA)on that issue. Failure to specify which ordinance criterion
NOTE: This Planning Action will also be heard by the Ashland Historic Commission on October 7, 1992 in
the Ashland Community Center located at 59 Winburn Way at 7:30 p.m.
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PLANNING ACTION 92-121 is a request for a zone change and comprehensive plan
change from R-2 (Multi-Family Residential to C-1 (Commercial) for the property located
at 150 N. Pioneer Street. Comprehensive Plan Designation: Multi-Family Residential;
Zoning: R-2; Assessor's Map #: 9BA; Tax Lot 11800.
APPLICANT: Stan Potocld and Bruce E. McLean
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BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION
October 13, 1992 r
IN THE MATTER OF PLANNING ACTION #92-121, REQUEST FOR A ) �
ZONE CHANGE AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP CHANGE FROM R-2 ) FINDINGS,
(MULTI-FAMILY) TO C-1 (COMMERCIAL) FOR THE PROPERTY ) CONCLUSIONS
LOCATED AT 150 N. PIONEER STREET. ) AND ORDERS
APPLICANT: STAN POTOCKI AND BRUCE E. McLEAN )
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RECITALS:
1) Tax lot 11800 of 391E 9BA is located at 150 N. Pioneer and is zoned
R-2; Multi-Family Residential.
2) The applicant is requesting a Zone Change and Comprehensive Plan Map
change from R-2 (Multi-Family) to C 71 (Commercial) for the property. A
site plan in on file at the Department of Community Development.
3) The criteria of approval for a Type III amendment are as follows:
Type III amendments are applicable whenever there exists:
a public need;
the need to correct mistakes;
the need to adjust. to new conditions;
or where compelling circumstances relating to the general
public welfare requires such an amendment.
4) The Planning Commission, following proper public notice, held a
Public Hearing on October 13, 1992 , at which time testimony was received
and exhibits were presented. The Planning Commission recommended that
the City Council deny the application.
Now, therefore, The Planning Commission of the City of Ashland
finds, concludes and recommends as follows:
SECTION 1. EXHIBITS
For the purposes of reference to these Findings, the attached index
of exhibits, data, and testimony will be used.
Staff Exhibits lettered with an "S"
Proponent's Exhibits, lettered with al "P"
Opponent's. Exhibits, lettered with an "O"
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Hearing Minutes, Notices, Miscellaneous Exhibits lettered with an
"M"
SECTION 2. CONCLUSORY FINDINGS
2 . 1 The Planning Commission finds that it has received all
information necessary to make a decision based on the Staff
Report, public hearing testimony and the exhibits received.
2.2 The Planning Commission finds that the proposed Zone Change
and Comprehensive Plan Map change from R-2 (Multi-Family) to C-1
(Commercial) for the property located at 150 N. Pioneer is not
justified under the criteria of approval for a Type III amendment
outlined in chapter 18. 108.060 B.
2 .3 The Planning Commission finds that the existing R-2 zoning of
the property provides a buffer between the concentration of
commercial uses found to the south and the historic residential
neighborhood to the north. The R-2 zone allows for a transitional
area to develop along the zoning district boundary, by allowing a
variety of businesses as conditional uses. The Commission believes
that 'the conditional uses of the zone provide the property owner
with several commercial options for the property, while protecting
the residential neighborhood from excessive commercial
encroachment.
2.4 The Commission believes it is necessary to perform a
comprehensive examination of the immediate, and assess the need for
additional commercial property, rather than proceeding on a lot by
lot basis. An accurate prediction of the. impacts to adjacent
properties is difficult without a concurrent development proposal
for the site.
2.5 The Planning Commission does not believe that the increase in
traffic from 1988 to 1992 was so significant that there exists the
need to adjust to. new conditions. The information provided by the
Engineering Division showed that the surveys were compiled at the
beginning and middle of the tourist season. This appears to be
reflected in the percent increase in the number of daily trips over
that period. Further, traffic flows along other residential streets
in the area have increased at a comparable rate, indicating that
the increase it not unique to Pioneer Street.
SECTION 3 . DECISION
3.1 Based on the record of the Public Hearing on this matter, the
Planning Commission concludes that the proposed Zone Change and
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Comprehensive Plan Map changes from R-2 (Multi-Family) to C-1
(Commercial) for the property located at 150 N. Pioneer is not supported
by information in the record.
Therefore, based on our overall conclusions, we recommend that the City
Council deny,-Planning Action 192-121.
Planning Commission Chair Date
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TYPE 111 PLANNING ACTIONS
PLANNING ACTION 92-121
REQUEST FOR A ZONE CHANGE AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CHANGE FROM
R-1 (MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO C-1 (COMMERCIAL) FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 150 N. PIONEER STREET.
APPLICANT: STAN POTOCKI AND BRUCE E. MCLEAN
Site visits and exparte contacts
,Bingham had a site visit and took particular note of the house and property.line to--.the
rear.
Cloer had a site visit and noted the same thing as Bingham. He also walked around
the block and viewed the lumber yard.
Medinger had no site visit.
Jarvis had a site visit.
Armitage had a site visit and walked around the entire area. He noted the fencing
along the lumber yard.
Hibbert had no specific site visit but is familiar with the area.
STAFF REPORT
The applicant is requesting a zone change from Multi-Family (R-2) to Commercial (C-
1). McLaughlin read the criteria for a zone change. The applicants have done a
thorough job with their findings, discussing a need to adjust to new conditions in the
area, thus justifying a zone change. Staff has noted some of the changes in the area
that have occurred: construction of a 65 space parking lot (formerly the Boyden
house), and access through that parking lot to Copeland. Traffic flow data show
increases along Pioneer have increased between 24 and 38 percent since 1988.
There is no application along with the zone change request and no proposal as to
what the impact would be. Staff looked at the R-2 target use which would allow for
two units or mixed use, as it is now. The applicants stated they would like to add a
couple of motel units. Under the R-2 zoning, three units would be allowed. The main
concern, if commercial, would be off-street parking. Approximately seven spaces could
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be configured at the rear of the lot. Staff is not making a recommendation for
approval or denial. They agree with the applicant that significant changes have
occurred, however; mixed uses which are allowed in the R-2 zone, provide a good
buffer between zones and allow for a transition.
The Historic Commission did not make a recommendation either way and they had
three concerns that will be discussed by Terry Skibby.
Molnar showed a video of the site.
Armitage noted that the Boyden house was zoned C-1 before it was moved.
PUBLIC HEARING
STAN POTOCKI AND BRUCE MCLEAN, showed a video, marked Exhibit P-5. They
distributed a zoning map marked Exhibit S-3 and an area map marked Exhibit S-4.
The picture album was marked Exhibit P-6.
Potocki discussed the new conditions now impacting the area that would be the basis
for a zone change. There are no residences on Pioneer Street to the A Street
corridor. This area does not seem conducive to a neighborhood since there are large
businesses within a block of the property. Directly next to the property is a 65 space
asphalt parking lot, and though that is not negative, it does change the character of
the area. Copeland trucks travel in and out of the driveway all day long. Potocki also
noted the conversion and restoration of the armory.
Instead of seeing Pioneer Street as a buffer, Potocki sees Pioneer as a distinct entity.
There is no buffering behind them or across the street. Their location is on the edge
of commercial. They would not request a restaurant. They are interested in a couple
of motel rooms. This location is not an appropriate location for a residence with small
children.
Hibbert wondered why the business next door, As You Like It was not being
considered in this zone change. McLaughlin said they had not requested a change
and the only way they could be included now would be to re-notice the hearing.
Bingham mentioned that the house on lower corner of B and Pioneer Streets is a
traveller's accommodation.
Medinger wondered what the applicant would gain_ by being granted this approval.
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They would still have to have a Conditional Use Permit for a hotel/motel. He is
concerned the building might be demolished. If that happened, then the setbacks
would be different for a commercial building that could be rebuilt on that site.
Potocki assured Medinger there would be no reason to demolish the building that is
presently there. They would like the opportunity to have a hotel/motel without having
a manager live on-site and if it remains R-2, they would have to live there, but if
Commercial, they would not be required to live on-site.
TERRY SKIBBY, 611 Beach Street, expressed the Historic Commission's concerns: 1)
the possible negative impact on adjacent properties, if the zone change occurs, 2) it is
a natural buffer between C-1 and R-2, 3) ask the Commission to look at the overall
area, if the zone change is made.
KATHERINE SPIERINGS, 164 1/2 B Street, said Pioneer Street is the beginning of the
residential area. One family has lived on Pioneer for 38 years and there is also a
residence at the corner, across from the armory. The antique store is commercial, but
there is a rental unit upstairs. There is a house on the back of the property that could
become another use. Spierings resides directly behind Copeland on B Street,
approximately 55 feet from the parking lot. What would happen if the applicants built
property line to property line? Copeland's conditions are not ideal and the Spierings
are encroached on with noise and lights. The noise impact from the parking lot is
much more than she had imagined it would be. By increasing the commercial, it will
increase the traffic and rental property will be lost. Spierings said the greatest
annoyance to her was the microphones at Copeland.
MCLEAN, 335 Tudor Street, explained that their lot is no longer residential and
Spierings gave data supporting that. This cannot be converted back to a residential
use. A traveller's accommodation (hotel/motel) would result in no extra traffic. This
property would not lend itself to a bar or restaurant. There is a ten foot easement for
power lines on the east side of the property. Pioneer Street is no longer residential; it
connects all businesses up and down Pioneer St.
POTOCKI agreed with the concept of buffering, but the other side of the street is
zoned commercial. Also, lights shine directly in back of the property. Looking at the
area, is that an appropriate place to raise a family?
Medinger said there many uses in the R-2 zone that do not involve raising a family.
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COMMISSIONERS DISCUSSION AND MOTION
Hibbert supports the proposal. He walks by there all the.time and sees the traffic and
believes it would be best served at C-1. He believes it would be beneficial for the
neighborhood in general to consider this. It would not be appropriate for the house at
the corner of B.
Cloer believes there should be a moratorium on zone changes in the Railroad District
until there is an opportunity to look at the whole area. The R-2 zone is in a squeeze
and approval of the request tonight would accelerate this.
Hibbert asked the Commission to look at Oak Street between Lithia Way and B Street.
All the uses generated from that are great buffering uses. He lives in an R-2 zone . .
south of B Street and feels it works fine.
Jarvis looked at the uses in an R-2 zone and concluded there was a great deal of
laxity for this type of property to be used in a useful way and still maintain the
residential protection. She would be hesitant to change to Commercial.
Medinger moved to deny PA92-121 because of changes not being significant enough
to change the circumstances. Jarvis was concerned with the traffic study presented
by the applicants. One was done in May of 1988 and the other in July of 1992. She
calculated there was about a 12 percent Increase in traffic. Cloer seconded the
motion and it carried with Hibbert voting 'no'.
OTHER
There will be a Study Session to discuss RV parks on Tuesday, October 27, at 7:30
p.m.
The next Planning Commission meeting will be held on Thursday, November 12th due
to a special Council meeting on the 10th.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
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ASHLAND PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
OCTOBER 13, 1992
PLANNING ACTION: 92-121
APPLICANT: Stan Potocld and Bruce E. McLean
LOCATION: 150 N. Pioneer
ZONE DESIGNATION: R-2
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Multi-Family
ORDINANCE REFERENCE: 18.24 R-2 Low Density Multiple Family
18.32 Retail Commercial District
18.108.060 Type III Actions
REQUEST: Zone change and Comprehensive Plan map change from R-2, Multi-Family
Residential, to C-1, Commercial Retail, for the property located at 150 N.Pioneer Street.
I. Relevant Facts
1) Background - History of Application:
In July of 1983, the Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use
Permit and Site Review (PA83-57) to convert a portion of the existing
dwelling into a quilt instruction/fabric sales shop.
-In May of 1989, the Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use and
Site Review (PA89-070) for professional office space to be located on the
first floor, while the upstairs remained as an apartment. A building permit
to remodel the interior of the structure was issued in July of 1989.
There are no other planning actions of record for the site.
2) Detailed Description of the Site and Proposal:
The parcel is long and relatively narrow, measuring 52 feet in width and
160 feet in depth for a total area of 8320 square feet. There is a two-story
structure and detached carport located on the property. Ile bottom floor is .
approximately 1250 square feet in size"and is being used as office space for
Vocational Resources, a local consulting firm. The upstairs is currently
used as an apartment.
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The existing building was constructed in 1904 and received a ranking of
"Secondary" on Ashland's Cultural Resource Inventory. Consequently, any
proposal to move or demolish the building would require review by the
Historic Commission and approval of the City Council.
The surrounding uses include an antique shop to the north; a public
parking lot to the south; a service station, insurance office, dry cleaners and
three single family residences (tax lots 12600, 12500 & 12400) along the
opposite side of Pioneer Street to the west; and the rear yard of a
residence to the east.
The applicant's are requesting a comprehensive plan map change from
Multi-Family residential to Commercial and zone change from R-2 to C-1.
Although the applicant's have discussed the possibility of constructing two
small motel units at the rear of the property at a future date, the
application only involves a request for zone change at this time.
II. Project Impact
The Land Use Ordinance states that amendments to the Zoning and
Comprehensive Plan map may be approved when one of the_following conditions
exist:
(a) A public need, supported by the Comprehensive Plan;
(b) The need to correct mistakes;
(c) The need to adjust to new conditions; or
(d) Where compelling circumstances relating to the general public welfare
require such an action.
The applicant's have requested the zone change in order to adjust too new
conditions. These conditions include changes in surrounding land use,
development intensity, traffic flow and traffic type. Staff has reviewed below some
of the changes which have taken place in the surrounding area:
New public parking lot - Lithia Way and Pioneer
As envisioned in the Downtown Plan, the property at the corner of Lithia
Way and Pioneer was purchased by the City and a 65 space parking lot was
constructed. A portion of the property was used by Copeland Lumber to
construct a storage building in exchange for their property on the south
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side of Lithia Way. Copeland Lumber trucks access the new storage
building by driving through the parking lot, alongside 150 N. Pioneer. Prior
to the construction of the parking lot, a residence (Boyden House) was
located on the property. The residence was moved off the lot and located
at a new site along "A" Street.
Traffic flows along Pioneer Street
Traffic flow surveys done by the Engineering Division show an increase in
the number of vehicle trips along Pioneer Street between May of 1988 and
July 1992. This information makes it possible to examine traffic flows prior
to and after the construction of the public parking lot, and review the rate
of change in traffic flows over that period. The figures below indicate that
traffic flows have increased by 24% to 38% along Pioneer Street, between
Lithia Way and "B" Street, from 1988 to 1992.
AVERAGE DAILY TRIPS
Location May 1988 July 1992 % Change
Pioneer St. between 1186 1468 & 1638 24% to 38%
Lithia & "B" St.
Redevelopment of neighboring poperties
Some new construction has occurred on surrounding properties, while other
properties have undergone extensive remodelling, adding additional
businesses to existing commercial buildings. Copeland Lumber has
constructed a new storage building at the northeast comer of the public
.parking lot which can accessed by lumber supply trucks by driving through
the lot. The commercial building at the intersection of Lithia Way and
Pioneer Street, which used to house only Ashland Antique Emporium, now
has three additional businesses including a clothing store, hair stylist and -
nail salon. Also, several businesses'were added to the building at the
comer of East Main and Pioneer Street after the basement was excavated
and extensive remodelling was completed.
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The applicants have mentioned that they would like to explore the possibility of
constructing two small motel units at the rear of the lot in the future. The current zoning
would allow for a two-snit Travellers' Accommodation as a conditional use, with th.,'
requirement that the property owner or business manager live on-site. The major
difference between the C-1 zone and R-2 zone in terms of a travellers accommodation is
that the C-1 zone does not require the property owner or manager to live on site.
Since the applicant has not proposed any additional development of the property at this
time, it is extremely difficult to predict the future impacts of the zone change on the
surrounding properties. We can look, however, at the target uses for both the R-2 and C-
1 zone to get a better idea of what type of development could occur on the property in
the future.
The development potential of the property under the existing R-2 zoning is
straightforward. Based on lot size, the target use would be two multi-family units. A
three-unit travellers' accommodation, with manager's unit, could be approved under the
conditional use procedure if a finding could be made that it would have no greater
adverse material effect on the area when compared to the target use (i.e. duplex).
The target use under C-1 zoning, given a lot size of 8320 square feet, would be
approximately 2900 square feet of retail space. The availability of parking on-site would
be a limiting factor for other commercial uses. For example, it would be unlikely that a
restaurant would locate at this site because of the difficulty in provided enough off-street
parking. It appears that seven parking spaces could be located at the rear of the lot.
Seven parking spaces would allow for a 700 square foot or 28 seat restaurant. Other
commercial uses which would require seven parking spaces include: a 6-7 unit motel or
approximately 3100 square feet of general office space. Finally,'a hypothetical mixed use
on the property under C-1 zoning might include the existing office and residence with the
addition of 2-3 motel units at the rear of the lot.
III. Procedural - Required Burden of Proof
Type III amendments are applicable whenever there exists.
a public need;
the need to correct mistakes;
the need to adjust to new conditions,
or where compelling circumstances relating to the general public
welfare requires such an amendment
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IV. Conclusions and Recommendations
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Staff concurs vrith the applicant's findings of fact that substantial changes have occurred.
around 150 N. Pioneer over the past three to four years. The construction of a 65 stall
public parking lot and easement allowing access for building supply trucks would appear
to have a significant impact on the residential character of the property. Also, additional
changes in the area have been shown by reviewing traffic flow surveys taken prior to and
after the construction of the parking lot. This information shows a 24 - 38 percent
increase in traffic_flow along Pioneer Street between Lithia Way and 'B" Street.
This application presents a difficult dilemma. At what point have conditions changed
significantly to justify further expansion of the commercial zone into the residential
district? The Comprehensive Plan encourages mixed uses as a buffer between residential
and commercial areas. The City's ordinances have been successful in implementing this
policy by allowing mixed uses in the R-2 zone adjacent to the commercial area, resulting .
in a transitional area between residential and commercial areas. The existing mixed use
of the property appears to work well as a buffer between the parking lot and the
residential neighborhood north of the site.
It should be pointed out that if the zone change is approved, its does not mean that the
residential character of the property will change overnight. The City has a detailed,
comprehensive site review process for any new construction. Any redevelopment of the
property would be reviewed by the Historic Commission and have to comply with the
Site Design and Use Standards for development in the Historic District.
The Commission must decide if conditions in the immediate area of the property have
changed substantially, such that a zone change and ultimate allowance of those permitted
uses provided for in the C-1 zone would be appropriate. The Land Use Ordinance is
silent regarding what conditions must change, leaving it to the discretion of the approval
authority to define those conditions.
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PA 92-117
Conditional Use Permit and Site Review
Heiman Street and l:ithia Way
John Warren 1� ,
This application, Cochran explained is for a 12-unit motel. The land is currently vacant and
used as a parking lot for Jonathan's Restaurant. Ten parking spaces will be provided under
the building, plus he will receive parking credit for on-street parking. The restaurant will
be closed for public use and open for motel guests only, which will eliminate the need for
the current parking lot there. Staff feels the architect has done a great job on the design
and is very supportive of this application.
Jac Nickels, architect, explained there are two pedestrian entries. There will be a rock wall,
similar to the one at the motel units across the street, which will be high enough to obscure
the cars, yet will allow ventilation for exhaust.
MacKenzie felt a three story building will box in the area Nickels explained the site is
quite a bit lower than Jonathan's. Ennis said that although the building is attractive, it sits
on a high platform compared to the units off Church Street. Nickels responded the one
across the street is 29 units, and this is 12. Discussion ensued regarding relationship to
scale. Skibby said he felt it was a natural progression of space. Nickels, when questioned
about the height of the building, stated it was 38 feet 10 inches at the highest point. He
added street trees will be planted, along with drought resistant grass. They will also retain
some of the existing trees. .
John Warren stated he would like to begin the project either this spring or the next one.
Skibby moved and Hook seconded to recommend approval of this application. Chambers
said he is concerned with the density of motels in that area and thinks the interest of the
community would be enhanced if something else were there. Ennis said he is still concerned
with the mass, especially walking up Helman Street. The motion carried with all voting aye
except Chambers and Ennis.
PA 92-121
Zone Change and Comprehensive Plan Change
150 North Pioneer Street
Stan Potocld and Bruce E. McLean
Cochran explained this application is for a Zone Change and Comprehensive Plan Change.
It is located next to the new.parking lot on Pioneer Street. The house on the property is
a two story structure with offices downstairs and an apartment upstairs. According to the
applicants, the zone change is based on new conditions which exist in the area: 1)
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construction of the new city parking lot; 2) increased commercial traffic; 3) traffic pattern
along Pioneer Street; and 4) increase in development along Pioneer Street commercial
corridor from "A' Street to Hargadine Street. The applicants have cited a traffic study
which shows a 24-28% increase over a four year period. Staff is not taking a position either
way, as this is a highly discretional decision which will have to be made by the Planning
Commission. Staff will present both sides.
Ennis stated the traffic study could be slanted because the first study was done in May of
1988 and the second was in July of 1992. July is a much more active time of year in
Ashland.
Lewis said he is concerned with the ramifications if this property is rezoned. He feels
Planning needs to look at the entire block. How many vehicle trips a day can Pioneer Street
accept? If North Pioneer is saturated, it will impact the development potential.
Ennis stated the zone change makes good sense, but it is also a good place to stop and have
a residential buffer. Skibby added there was a residence where the parking lot is now.
Chambers said as he stood in front of the house and faced it, there was a natural residential
feel. Hook, although he could see the potential impact, felt the applicants made a strong
case for the change.
Bruce McLean related he plans on keeping the house as it is (with his office on the bottom
floor) until he retires, with an apartment upstairs.
When questioned about the need for more commercial property, Cochran stated more was
needed in the downtown area.
When asked by Chambers about the advantages of the zone change, McLean answered they
would like to build a guest cottage in the back. Cochran added they would not be required
to live on site if this were the case.
The Commission discussed buffer areas between residential and commercial, repercussions
of a zone change, and potential alterations of the structure. Chambers does not feel a zone
change is appropriate because of the increase pressure for other properties to rezone, it
would take away a natural buffer, and he doesn't see a great need. Therefore, in his
opinion, it would not be in the best interest of the Historic District. The Historic
Commission, he said, is the caretaker of the property.
Lewis again contended the Planning Commission should look at the larger area and the long
range plan. A zone change would put more potential for development on the property.
Chambers agreed and said it feels nice to have a residential area so close to downtown.
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Skibby questioned McLean about the usage of the structure if it remained R-2. McLean
answered it would remain unchanged. The rent is low, it is nice having someone living there
at night, and they are staying there for 20 more years. The long range intent would be to
put another unit in the back. The Commission questioned Cochran about the options of
accessory units in residential areas.
Hook said he was convinced by the arguments set forth by the applicants for the zone
change. Chambers expressed the consensus of the rest of Commission as follows: 1) the
proposed zone change might have a negative impact on adjacent properties; 2) it is a
natural buffer between the R-2 zone and the parking lot which is C-1; and 3) recommend
Planning Commission look at the overall area, especially that block, if the zone change is
considered.
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VOCATIONAL RESOURCE CONSULTANTS
P.O. Box 217, Ashland, Oregon 97520 ( 503) 482-8888
August 11 , 1992
Planning Department
City of Ashland
20 E . Main Street
Ashland, OR 97520
REQUEST FOR ZONING CHANGE FROM R-2 TO C-1
Introduction .
The property at 150 N. Pioneer Street is presently being utilized
as a professional office for our firm, Vocational Resource .
Consultants, as per an approved conditional use permit. That
conditional use permit was approved by the planning. Commission on
5/10/89 (planning action #89-070 ) .
Immediately prior to the granting of that conditional use permit,
a retail quilt store had been in operation since 1983. A
conditional use permit had previously been approved by the City
for the operation of that retail store on the premises (planning
action 83-57 , July 13, 1983) .
For reasons which will be delineated in the following section, we
request that 150 N. Pioneer Street be redesignated within the
city' s commercial district. This zoning change is requested in
order to adjust to new conditions.
Overview of Zoning in Immediate Proximity to Property
We believe that commercial zoning for 150 N. Pioneer Street would
be highly compatible with the existing neighborhood. A very
significant number of changes have transpired along with the
Pioneer Street business corridor and adjacent areas since the
last comprehensive plan was developed.
Our property is currently literally surrounded by commercial
businesses along the Pioneer Street corridor from A Street to
Hargadine Street. The properties directly across the street on
Pioneer Street are all commercially zoned on this same block.
Businesses which are located across the street at present include
a gasoline station, dry cleaning business, professional offices,
etc.
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Additionally, commercial businesses are located on both sides of
Pioneer Street, both to the north and south of our property along
the Pioneer Street corridor from A Street to Hargadine Street.
To the north, commercial businesses on both sides of Pioneer
Street include ,' a bank, supermarket, video rental store, the
Armory ( which houses a number of businesses ) , etc. In close
proximity, the A Street business corridor include- businesses
such as Oak Street Tank and Steel , Ashland Lumber, etc.
In a southerly direction along the Pioneer Street corridor,
businesses include First Interstate Bank, clothing stores and
restaurants, the Oregon Shakespearean Festival, and the new city
parking lot which is immediately adjacent to our property.
The only other property along Pioneer Street within the Hargadine
to A Street business corridor which is not currently zoned C-1
is an antique store located directly adjacent to our property to
the north ( 162 Pioneer Street) . However, a commercial business,
As You Like It Antiques, has also been in operation for many
years at that location. Our property has functioned as either a
retail store or professional office for the past nine years. As
such, all properties from Hargadine Street to A Street which have
full frontage along Pioneer Street are either zoned or function
in a commercial capacity, Our property is literally an island,
in terms of current R-2 zoning, in the midst of a commercial
corridor.
Within approximately a one block radius in all directions, large
commercial businesses include the Oregon Shakespearean Festival
Association, Sentry Supermarket, Ashland branch of the United
States Postal Service, First Interstate Bank, the Armory, etc.
The Need for Adjust to New Conditions
In this section, we will enumerate a number of changes which have
occurred since the last comprehensive plan was completed.
1. Construction of new city parking lot. Immediately adjacent
to our- property is the new 65 space city parking lot. Prior
to the recent construction of the parking lot, the Boyden
home was at that location. That home was moved to A Street
to allow for the construction of the new parking lot. Our
property has been significantly impacted as compared to the
time when the Boyden house was situated there. We believe
that the new parking lot was and is a very necessary
improvement to the downtown area and we supported its .
construction. However, we would simply note that there has
been a definite impact with respect to our property.
Instead of a single family dwelling, the adjacent property
instead provides -parking .spaces for 65 cars. Additionally,
street lights have also been installed. The 65 space
asphalt .parking area is certainly a substantial change from
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the single family dwelling which previously existed . We
believe that this major change alone would constitute a need
to adjust to new conditions . A fence was installed to serve
as a screen, but this has not been of significance with
respect to the overall, changes . The commercial parking lot
is used on a 24 hour per day basis by both local residents
and tourists . There is , of course , associated noise at all
hours from cars, car stereos, etc . , which was not the case
prior to the construction of the parking lot. Additionally,
there is a very. definite increase in pedestrian traffic .
2 . Increased commercial traffic . The City negotiated a partial
trade with Copeland Lumber in order to acquire the parcel
adjacent to our property. This has resulted in -
significantly increased truck traffic at Copeland Lumber.
On a regular basis, lumber supply trucks travel through the
corridor to the new storage yard at Copeland Lumber. There
was no traffic lane there, of course, prior to the
construction of the new parking lot. This new traffic
corridor is only approximately 15 ' from the border of our
property. Copeland Lumber has constructed a new storage
facility that was not in existence prior to the construction
of the new parking lot. Lumber supply trucks had
previously unloaded materials across the street (on Lithia
Way) . Lumber supply . trucks had previously entered
Copeland' s premises directly from Lithia Way. Now, however,
the supply trucks instead route through to the supply yard
immediately along our property border. This, of course ,
creates additional noise, traffic, etc.
3. Traffic pattern along Pioneer Street. There has been a very
substantial increase in traffic along the Pioneer Street
commercial corridor during the past several years. There
are currently approximately 1 , 622 to 1 , 804 vehicle trips
during weekdays .
Research was performed by contacting the Engineering
Department in order to obtain data involving prior traffic-
flow surveys along Pioneer Street. The VTD rate was listed
at 867 at the location of North Pioneer Street ( 100 N. of B
Street) . In May of 1988, the VTD rate along Pioneer Street
( from A to B Street) was counted at 871 . During that same
time period (May of 1988 ) ,. the VTD count along Pioneer
Street between B and C Streets ( i . e. , between B Street and
Lithia Way, which is the block where our property is
located) was listed at 1 , 186 . In July of 1992, the .weekday
VTD rate was determined to be 1,622 to 1,804 along the same
corridor of Pioneer Street between B Street and Lithia Way.
Please refer to the attached traffic flow surveys (exhibit
#B) . This is a very substantial increase over VTDs measured
in 1988. The general levels for a residential street (as
indicated in the comprehensive plan) are less than 800 VTD.
3
The current traffic flow is more than double that rate .
Additionally, the VTD rate one block to the south of our
property was determined to be at 2 ,816 in July of 1992 .
VTD RATE
B Street to A Street to
Lithia Way B Street
May 1988 1 , 186 871
July 1992 1 , 622 to 1 , 804 2 , 816
4 . Increase in development along Pioneer Street commercial
corridor from A Street to Hargadine Street. During the past
several years, there have been a significant number of
changes and business development along this commercial
corridor. Changes include the conversion and restoration of
the Armory into multiple small business uses. Additionally,
a new community center is currently being finished. One
block to the south, new businesses were created after the
excavation of an underground area in the commercial property
at the corner of East Main and Pioneer Streets.
Additionally, the outdoor theater of the Oregon
Shakespearean Festival has been expanded. These changes
have resulted in a significant increase in both pedestrians
and traffic along the Pioneer Street corridor. Currently,
many downtown workers park along Pioneer Street. Idling
buses and the frequent traffic in the adjacent parking lot
create additional noise . There is a very significant
increase in noise as . compared to the time when the single
family dwelling was located adjacent to our property.
1989 1992
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150 N. Pioneer Street
(photos taken at Pioneer St. and Lithia Way) —
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Summary
We respectfully submit that the changes which have been reviewed
clearly warrant a zoning change and comply with the criterion for
zone changes j- volving the need to adjust to new conditions .
Subject to approval, our intent would be to explore the
possibility of locating two small units at the rear of our
property which would serve as guest cottages (motel) .
We believe that this would be an excellent use for a number of
reasons. This would further serve as a buffer to other
residential properties in the R-2 neighborhood from the
commercial district. Additionally, this would enable tourists
staying at the premises to walk to all downtown locations,
including the Shakespearean Festival, Lithia Park, etc. These
central tourist locations are within one to two blocks of our
property and .would therefore not result in any increase in
vehicular traffic in the downtown area. Additionally,. any
individual entering or leaving our premises would not need to
cross any residential property, even if driving, in order to
access the downtown area.
We have not submitted a separate conditional use permit for the
construction of the units at this time. It is our understanding
that the city is in the process of potentially excluding motels
from the need for applying for a conditional use permit and that
this would . instead potentially be a permitted use within
designated areas.
During the past several years, we have made significant
improvements to our property, which we believe have contributed
to the aesthetic appearance of the Pioneer Street business
corridor. The requested change would very clearly not be an
example of "spot zoning" . Instead, rezoning to a C-1 designation
would clearly be consistent with the surrounding properties along
the Pioneer Street corridor and would also adjust to the new
conditions delineated. In addition, this would benefit the City
in the form of additional revenues.
Respectfully submitted,
Stan Potocki Bruce E. McLean
rkw/sp$pione. ltr
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Exhibit List3
Exhibit Description Paaes
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B Traffic flow surveys 6
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ASHLAND CULTURAL RESOURCE INVENTORY
. SURVEY FORM
COUNTY: JACKSON
IDENTIFICATION:
Hist . Name Losher, James W. House Date of7'Construdtion : 1904
Common Name: Original Use: Residence
Address: 150 Pioneer Street Present Use : Commercial
Ashland;—Oregon Architect:
Owner: Brunston William B. BarbarBuilder:
2850 Highway 99 South Style: Vernacular
Ashland. Oregon x Bldg. Struc. Dist . obj .
T/R/S: 39S R 9 Ranking: _ Secondary
Map No: 9BA Tax Lot : 11800
Addition: Chitwood Tract
Block: 23 Lot . 4 Quad: Ashland,
THEME:
Statewide Inventory of Historic Properties Theme: 6d.
_Archaeology _Industry _Mining
_Agriculture _Military Social/Education
x. Commerce —Politics/Government—Transportation
_Exploration and Settlement _Religion _Other
DESCRIPTION:
Plan Type/Shape: L-Shaped No. of Stories: Two
Foundation Material:Brick; wo�sTcirting Basement (Y/N) : raZ space
Roof Form and Material: Gable, intersecting ridge; compote ion
shingles
Wall Construction: Frame Structural Frame:
Primary Window Type: One-over-one double hune sash bay window
Exterior Surfacing Materials: Horizontal drop siding
Decorative Features : Eave returns
Other:
Condition: _Excellent . _Good x Fair ,_ Poor _Moved(Date)
Exterior Alterations/Additions (Dated)
Noteworthy Landscape Features:
Associated Structures :
Known Archaeological Features:
Negative No: . Roll 15-15 Recorded By: Clay/Atwood
Slide No: Date: 18 April 1984/14 November 1988
SHPO Inventory No:
3 0 214
SETTING: _
This two story, wood frame dwelling is situated on the east side
of Pioneer Street, between Lithia Way and B Street, on the south
half of Lot 4, Block 23 of the Chitwood Tract in Ashland, Oregon.
SIGNIFICANCE:
James Wesley Losher completed his home on First Avenue (now
Pioneer) in 1904. In February of that.year the local paper
noted, "J.W. Losher is. constructing a two-story cottage next
to Postmaster Casey on First Avenue. Cost: $1200. " Losher,
a carpenter and brick layer probably built the house himself,
after razing an older structure on the property. He was born
in April 1858 in Indiana. He and his wife, Angie, added the
front porch in the summer of 1909. Losher worked as a traveling
carpenter for the Southern Pacific Railroad and later operated
a plumbing shop in Ashland on Oak Street.
,\
SOURCES CONSUh.TgD:
Ashland �Tidin 's, February 4, 1904; January 9, 1908; January 18,
1909; - july 15; 1909:.
Polk's Jackson, Josephine. and Douglas County Directory, 1910
Polk's Jackson County Directory, 1912,. 1914 .
U.S. Federal Census (Jackson County). 1910 .
31
ASHLAND CULTURAL RESOURCE INVENTORY
SURVEY FORM
Name: Losher_, James W' House T/R/S: 39S lE 9
Address: 150 Pioneer Street Map No: 9gA Tax Lot : 11800 "
Ashland Oregon Quadrangle : Ashland (1953)
1 �•
Negative No. : Roll 15-15 Slide No. :
IT j
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Graphic and Photo Sources: City'of Ashland' TOpogxaphic Map
Jackson County Assessor Mao
SHPO-Inventory-No. :
32 214
Contents of Record for Ashland Planning Action 92-109
PLANNING ACTION 92-109 is a request for a
modification of Chapter 18.96 (Off-Street Parking) of the
Land Use Ordinance to require that 50% of all required
bicycle parking be covered and protected from weather.
APPLICANT: CITY OF ASHLAND
Planning Department Staff Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Bike Parking portion of Off-Street Parking Ordinance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
F-
ASHLAND PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
November 10, 1992
City of Ashland
PLANNING ACTION: 92-109 Planning Exhibit
Exhibit S-1
PA# p,2
APPLICANT: City of Ashland Date November 3, 1992 Staff Mac
ORDINANCE REFERENCE: 18.92.040 Off-Street Parking - Bicycle
. Parking
REQUEST: Amendment of the ordinance to require that 50% of the required bicycle
parking spaces be covered.
I. Relevant Facts
1) Background - History of Application:
The off-street parking ordinance was amended in regard to bicycle parking
in February, 1990 (PA90-044). At that time, covered parking requirements
were discussed and proposed by Staff. However, during the hearing, the
Planning Commission recommended that the covered parking be deleted as
a requirement, and that covered requirements be included as part of the
site design guidelines. In this way, they would be seen as a guideline, and
not as a hard and fast requirement. It may also give the Commission
additional discretion in when to require covered bike parking.
The Site Design and Use Guidelines were recently modified as part of the
Commercial Development Standards study, and the guidelines were
converted to standards. Issues regarding covered bike parking were not
discussed as part of the modifications.
2) Detailed Description of the Site and Proposal:
Given the change in the Site Review process, making what were guidelines
now standards, Staff thought that it would be most appropriate to go back
to the original approach of having the 50% covered parking requirement as
part of the off-street parking ordinance. It has been required as a
condition of approval of recent developments, including the Tolman Creek
Shopping Center. However, we believe that it would be most appropriate
to have it clearly required in the ordinance, rather that rely on a condition
of approval.
Staff recommends the following modifications be made to the Off-Street
parking ordinance:
(existing ordinance in bold type, additions in sae type!)
18.92.040 Bicycle Parking
C. In addition, all uses which require off street parking, except
as specifically noted, shall provide one bicycle parking space
for every 5 required auto parking spaces. Fractional spaces
shall be rounded up to the next whole space. Ityeeufi bt
tl I�G�+cla par�tiuttg.s�a^�gnit�stall I�sit�lted $ol►� tr
tht �saflr and Iced inroazmEty fio iha t
tt►tettded �Y'Jfil iiX
II. Project Impact
Staff sees little negative impact from this change, as the Commission has been
requiring this as a condition of approval for some time now.
III. Procedural - Required Burden of Proof
The criteria for approval of an ordinance amendment (Type III change) are found
in 18.108 and are as follows:
Type III amendments may be approved when one of the following conditions
exist:
a) A public need, supported by the Comprehensive Plan.
b) The need to correct mistakes.
c) The need to adjust to new conditions.
d) Where compelling circumstances relating to the general public
welfare require such an action.
The Comprehensive Plan, through policies X-6.g. and X-6.j. state the following:
6)g) Provide appropriate bicycle facilities in conjunction with all new
street improvement projects and all new commercial, industrial and
residential developments.
PA92-109 Ashland Planning Department — Staff Report
City of Ashland November 10, 1992
Page 2
6)j) Provide or require secure bicycle storage in areas such as
commercial centers, recreational areas, and employment centers.
Bicycles will become a more important part of our transportation system in our
future, and there is a public need, supported by the Comprehensive Plan, to
provide adequate facilities to encourage increased bicycle use.
IV. Conclusions and Recommendations
Staff recommends approval of the modification as proposed.
1) That all proposals of the applicant be conditions of approval unless
otherwise modified here.
PA92-109 Ashland Planning Department — Staff Report
City of Ashland November 10, 1992
3 Page 3
Land Use Chapter 18.92
H. Any construction, renovation, or alteration of an existing use or portion of
use that is non-conforming which has a building permit value, as
determined by the Building Official, which exceeds 50% of the value of
the land and structures as determined by the Jackson County Assessor,
will be required to file a Staff Advisor Site Review and bring the property
into conformance with the above regulations.
I. Bicycle Parking Design Standards
1. The salient concern is that bicycle parking be visible and convenient
to cyclists and that it provides sufficient security from theft and
damage.
2. Bicycle parking requirements can be met in any of the following
ways: .
a. Providing a bicycle storage room, bicycle lockers, or racks
inside the building.
b. Providing bicycle lockers or racks in an accessory parking
structure, underneath an awning or marquee, or outside the
j'
main building.
C. Providing bicycle racks on the public right of way. This must
be approved by City of Ashland Public Works Department.
d. Providing secure storage space inside the building.
3. Bicycle parking located outside a structure shall be provided in a
manner that makes access as convenient as auto parking.
4. Required bicycle parking spaces located out of doors shall be visible
enough to provide security.
5. An aisle for bicycle maneuvering shall be provided and maintained
beside or between each row of bicycle parking. This aisle shall be at
least 5 feet wide.
6. Each required bicycle parking space shall be accessible without
moving another bicycle.
7. Areas set aside for required bicycle parking shall be clearly marked
and reserved for bicycle parking only.
Title 18 Page 169
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Land Use Chapter 18.92
8. A, bicycle parking space shall be a minimum of six feet long by 3 feet
wide by 4 feet high. (Commercial bike lockers are acceptable
according to manufacturer's specifications.)
9. Sheltered parking shall mean protected from all precipitation.
J. Bicycle Parking Rack Standards
1. Bicycle parking racks or lockers shall be anchored securely.
_ 2. The intent of this Subsection is to ensure that required bicycle racks
are designed so that bicycles may be securely locked to them
without undue inconvenience and will be reasonably safeguarded
from intentional or accidental damage.
a. Bicycle racks shall hold bicycles securely by means of the
frame. The frame shall be supported so that the bicycle cannot
be pushed or fall to one side in a manner that will damage the
wheels.
b. Bicycle racks shall accommodate:
I i. Locking the frame.and both wheels to the rack with a
high-security U-shaped shackle lock, if the bicyclists
removes the front wheel; and
ii. Locking the frame and one wheel to the rack with a high=
security U-shaped shackle lock, if the bicyclists leaves
both wheels on the bicycle; and
iii. Locking the frame and both wheels to the rack with a
chain or cable not longer than 6 feet without removal of
the front wheel.
C. The City Engineer shall determine whether a rack meets the
requirements of this section.
d. The City Engineer shall keep on file a list of approved bicycle
racks and structures. The City Engineer shall consult with the
Ashland Bicycle Commission regarding the approval of a bicycle
rack or structure for the list of standard approved bicycle racks.
(Ord. 2614, 1991)
18.92.050 Compact Car Parking. Up to forty (40%) percent of the total parking
spaces in a parking lot may be designated for compact cars. Minimum dimensions
Title 18 Page 170
ASHLAND PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
CITY HALL ASHLAND, OREGON 97520 488-5340
..•''pp ASH`
PARK COMMISSIONERS: `+_ ''jO KENNETH J. MICKELSEN
PATRICIA ADAMS — Director
ALLEN A.ALSING r
TERICOPPEDGE p 'r
THOMAS W. PYLE REDO
WES L. REYNOLDS
MEMORANDUM
TO : Mayor Golden and City Councilors
FROM : Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission
DATE : November 25, 1992
SUBJECT: OPEN SPACE/PARK LAND ACQUISITION FUNDING PROPOSAL
Thank you for reviewing the enclosed information which the
Commission has prepared concerning funding for the Open Space/
Park Land Acquisition .Program.
We are aware of your familiarity with the Prepared Food and
Beverage Tax concept , therefore, we are presenting the attached
facts and figures as the most . current update to this funding
proposal information.
If you have questions we will be happy to address them at the
December 1st meeting .
Home of Famous Lithia Park
OPEN SPACE/PARK LAND ACQUISITION PROGRAM FUNDING PROPOSAL
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"Why is a 1% Prepared Food and Beverage Tax the best possible
solution to a funding source for the Open Space/Park Land
Acquisition Program?" The answer comes from the community itself .
It is a result of public and community group meetings and surveys
conducted by the Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission .
Support of a 1% tax has become increasingly clear when ever and
where ever the Commission has asked the community these two
questions : "Who will benefit firom the program?" and "Who will pay
for the program?"
On the question of "Who benefits?" it is the Commission ' s
opinion, as gathered from the public input , that both city
residents and visitors alike will benefit . To the city ' s
permanent residents it will mean preserving parks and open space
within the community; to the temporary visitors it will mean
keeping Ashland an attractive place to dome and enjoy the many
recreational opportunities provided by the park system and
community .
On the question, "Who should pay for the program?" there are
three identifiable populations : 1) Ashland' s permanent residents ;
2) Ashland's temporary visitors ; 3) Ashland's permanent residents
and temporary visitors , combined.
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The Commission 's conclusion, as based upon this input , is that
the most equitable way for funding . thF Open Space/Park Land
Acquisition Program measure is one in which both the city's
permanent residents and temporary visitors will contribute .
In order to achieve this end, the Commission is proposing the
following funding measure : SDC ' s , private donations and tax
incentives, Park Tax Levy* , and a 1% Prepared Food and Beverage
Tax. The funding proposal will generate income from a broad-base
in the population thus being equitable. It will bring balance to
the entire tax system by not relying on property taxes . It will
be affordable; 'only 1 cent on the dollar. It will produce
sufficient income over the life of the program. It will be easy
to administer as evidenced by the well -established hotel /motel
tax plus businesses will be reimbursed their administration
costs . It will tax new growth . And it will contain an element for
private donations and tax incentives .
First year estimated revenue 1994 -
1% Prepared Food & Beverage Tax 218 ,000
SDC' s 25 ,000
Private Donations & Tax Incentives 50 ,000
293 , 000
* The Park Tax Levy will be used for development and maintenance .
(See attached PROJECTION of INCOME for Prepared Food & Beverage
Tax growth factor . )
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If the community wants to move forward with implementing their
1990 Open Space/Park Land Acquisition Program then support of the
1% Prepared Food and Beverage Tax proposal is the best possible
answer to finding a solid funding solution.
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OPEN SPACE/PARR LAND ACQUISITION
FUNDING PROPOSAL
CRITERIA GRAPH
ASHLAND
Parks 5 Recreation League of .Women Chamber of Commerce
Commission Voters
Yes --- Adequate Income --- No
To Acquire All The
Mapped Properties
Yes --- Stable --- Yes
Yes --- Equitable --- No
Broad-Based Tax; Not Broad-Based;
Reaches All. Segments No Contribution
Permanent Residents From Visitors
And Visitors
Yes --- Easy To Administer --- Yes
Yes --- Add Balance To Tax --- No
Does Not Rely On Structure Relies On Property
Previous Taxes Or Tax And City Has
Fees , i . e. Property Already Increased
Taxes , Business Business License
License Fees Fees
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City of Ashland
Parks and Recreation Commission
FUNDING PROPOSAL
for
PARK LAND/OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION
Projection of Income from :
l% Prepared Food & Beverage Tax
System Development Charges ( SDC ' s )
Donations & Tax Incentives
Prepared Food Percent Tax Incentives
YEAR & Beverage Tax Chanee SDC ' s and Donations TOTAL
1994 $ 218 , 100 $ 25 , 000 $ 50 . 000 $ 293 . 100
1995 $ 231 , 750 6 . 27% $ 25 , 000 $ 50 . 000 $ 306 . 750
1996 $ 245 , 625 5 . 98% $ 25 , 000 $ 50 , 000 $ 320 . 625
1997 $ 261 , 375 6 .36% $ 25 , 000 $ 50 . 000 $ 336 . 375
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NOTE: The Park Tax Levy will be utilized for development and
maintenance.
Projections based on the 1992 Survey of Buying Power.
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METHODOLOGY & SUPPORTING DATA
It is an extremely difficult process to determine the amount of revenue that a
Prepared Food and Beverage tax could generate within. the City of Ashland, especially
due to the tourist factor. The most recent data canes from the "Survey on Buying
Power" printed in Sales and Marketing Management Magazine. The information contains
a retail classification category for "Eating and Drinking Places in Jackson County".
The following figures were obtained from the Jackson County Health Department:
within in the county there are 484 licensed food establishments; 202 are located in
Medford, 127 are located in Ashland, and the remaining 155 are scattered throughout
the county. The assumption is that 50% of the Suburban figure (see below) is from
food and beverage sales in Ashland.
SALES MARKETING MANAGEMENT - 1992 SURVEY OF BUYING POWER
Medford $ 84,298,000
Suburban 50,740,600
Total County $ 135,038,000
Estimate for Ashland @ 50% of Suburban figure:
50% of ** Adjusted Percent
Year Suburban Dollar Amount Change
1992 $ 255,000 S 191,250
1993 271,000 203,250 6.27%
1994 290,800 218,100 7.31%
1995 309,000 231,750 6.27%
1996 327,500 245,625 5. 98%
1997. 348,500 261,375 6.36%
** NOTE: The assumption is that 20% of all Prepared Food and Beverage sales are
from liquor. The Adjusted Dollar Amount column is the adjusted gross figure after
subtraction for 20% liquor sales and a 5% collection deduction.
PROJECTED PERCENTAGE INCREASE IN RESTAURANT CONSUMPTION BASED
ON PERSONAL INCOME'
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ASHLAND PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
CITY HALL ASHLAND, OREGON 97520 488-5340
OFD�N`
PARK COMMISSIONERS: KENNETH J. MICKELSEN
PATRICIA ADAMS Director. �— � r _
ALLEN A. ALSING _
TERI COPPEDGE �REG��.• ,
THOMAS W.PYLE „
WES L. REYNOLDS
MEMORANDUM
TO : Mayor Golden and City Councilors
FROM : Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission
DATE : November 24 , 1992
SUBJECT: OPEN SPACE/PARK LAND. ACQUISITION FUNDING PROPOSAL
The Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission, on November 6 , 1992 ,
mailed out its Park Land Open Space Acquisition Survey to 1 , 800
businesses in the City of Ashland.
. While the Chamber of Commerce had only surveyed its members , the
Commission ascertained that this type of survey required a
broader scope and thus surveyed all businesses in Ashland with an
existing business license.
Attached are the Commission' s survey results including comments
made by individuals on their returned questionnaires . Of the
1, 800 mailed out 1, 644 reached existing businesses , which is a
91% ratio; 341 were returned, a 20% ratio, with responses as
follows :
176 "YES" to funding proposal (52% of total )
119 "NO" to funding proposal ( 35% of total )
31 "NO" to open space in general ( 9% of total )
15 "MAYBE" undecided on funding proposal ( 4% of total )
Home of Famous Lithia Park -
MEKORANDUM
TO : Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM _ Kenneth J . Mickelsen, Director
DATE : November 16, 1992
SUBJECT : 92 PARK LAND OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION SURVEY
"YES" RESPONSES:
1 . This Food and Beverage tax is the best idea. Thank you for
pursuing the idea .
2 . Does it include the Safeway Deli? Ciao Main Deli? The
Underground? Coffee in general? Either way I support it .
3 . It is the most equitable tax.
4 . Important you emphasize to the community how tourists will
be paying for their fair share/and how it benefits our
children year round.
5 . This community relies heavily on tourism. Parks and
Recreation are the key to keeping tourism active.
6 . Looks better than the Chamber plan.
7 . Why not issue revenue bonds for the amount needed now before
the price of land goes up in the future? Use your proposed
taxes to pay for these bonds . Also have income producing
facilities such as pools , party area rentals , petting zoos ,
and paid tours , etc.
8 . Do not think restaurants need to worry about losing
business ; people will eat there anyway, especially visitors
who are accustomed to sales taxes in other states.
9 . Hope you can the voters to fund the open space proposal . It
is a good idea.
10 . A good proposal . It puts the burden of income in a more
equitable balance. I am a manufacturer/wholesaler here in
Ashland.
11 . Parks are our gift to the future.
12 . This proposal avoids adding to property tax. It offers a
method to tap into visitor/tourist populations that use
local parks .
13. The parks are a valuable part of Ashland and are worthy of
support .
14. Future development should not be allowed to encroach upon
proposed park areas and this plan seem a . reasonable
solution.
15 . I am against the Chamber's recommendation and I am a Chamber
member.
16. I agree strongly. Thank you for the survey.
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17 . Try to make Ashland' s guests and locals alike aware of the
fact that the tax they ' re paying is toward a community goal
of more open space.
18 . The 1% Prepared Food and Beverage tax is equitable; however ,
better yet is a sales tax for all goods and services with
the exception of food.
19. Don' t raise property taxes .
20 . The increase in business licenses is not progressive .
21 . It seems the best plan. We need to get on with it .
22 . Is there an opposition to this proposal and what are their
concerns?
23 . Will the tax truly provide the needed funds for the plan?
24 . What happens to the money if you can' t buy the property?
25 . Do a five year program and then adjust . Twenty years is too
long .
26 . I support park land and open space, especially the Railroad
Parks area .
27 . It is about time another segment of the business community,
which benefits from visitors , be used to collect tax monies
for community use.
28 . Visitors and locals would share in the burden as well as the
benefits .
29 . I would pay a business tax based on employees to add to the
Food and Beverage tax .
30 . A Food and Beverage tax is much better than a property tax .
Too many people are barely holding onto their property
because of tax increases .
31 . I want the parks to be totally handicapped .accessible
because I am handicapped.
32 . I do not care how it is funded just fund it before it is too
late. Do it now.
33 . Seems the best way to do it . Might hurt the restaurants in
the winter, though.
34 . Sounds well-prepared, fair and responsible to me . Good luck.
35 . The tax should be limited to locations with a specific
seating capacity , i . e . it shouldn ' t apply to 7-11 seating
capacity areas or to supermarkets , soup & sandwich places ,
etc .
36 . How about a waiver for a business that grosses less than
$10 ,000 a year?
37 . Why not use a 2% rate instead of 1% . I can' t imagine anyone
not going to diner because of this tax - and it hits us all .
I 'm all for it .
38 . Wasn' t the business license fee already increased to provide
funding for open space?
39. The tax should be 3% to provide funding for security and to
make visitors to Ashland pay for the costs of providing
public services . I just returned from a trip to Bellevue ,
Washington and the hotel tax is 13 . 5%
40 . We must have a steady source of income to generate real
dollars for park purchases and development .
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41 . Two percent is not enough. Three to four percent is better .
Tourists are the heaviest users six to eight months of the
year .
42 . Go for it !
43 . I am in total agreement with Commission 's adopted criteria .
44 . While it is true the restaurant people won' t like it , they
need to pay their share of the tourist burden along with
lodging . They have gotten a free ride for many _years .
45. I believe it is high time some of the many amenities
Ashland offers its visitors be at least partially paid by
them. A minimal food tax will not even' be noticed by the
tourists . I do not suggest that we so overburden or "milk"
our visitors . . . I doubt most patrons would even notice such a
small jump in what still is an incredible entertainment
bargain. . . the businesses who benefit from tourism have some
greater responsibility toward the upkeep of the Citv ' s parks
and other services than the average citizen. Keep up your
efforts to speak for the people of Ashland.
45 . How about .a five cent beverage served charae on soft drinks ,
beer, wine, etc . none of which are necessary to sustain
life.
46. What would the tax do to establishment ' s as far as their
additional responsibilities? How would they be compensated?
Is the compensation adequate?
47 . It is time to aet revenue from other areas besides motels .
It is time for across the board involvement .
48 . Perhaps more tax on alcohol .
49 . Chamber ' s proposal pure rubbish. Won' t pass the voters .
50 . Funding proposal is extremely fair-minded and well -
constructed. No one absolutely has to eat meals out , so it
is possible for those who object strongly to simply stop
eating out . Plus it makes good common sense to let all who
enjoy Ashland. . . have a chance to be supporting the
preservation , upkeep and acquisition of our parks and open
spaces .
51 . Would be interesting to know what percentages would be paid
by local /area/visitor patron !
52 . If every tourist spends $100 dining out , do you think they
will notice spending $3 . 50 , i . e. the 1% Food and Beverage
tax?
53 . Propose a 2% general sales tax for Ashland (by charter) to
provide funds for all city needs and eliminate all other
city taxes .
54 . I support the tax because it is a tax on surplus income over
and above the basic necessities .
55 . A percentage of the funds collected should go to the city
general fund similar to the current lodging tax. This would
gain support from the council members and help fund other
projects .
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"NO" RESPONSES:
1 . Parks should be funded by general tax .
2 . Park lands only benefit those people living close to the
areas .
3 . Support the Chamber ' s proposal .
4 . One person operation . Business license already high enough .
Property taxes outrageous . No more taxes .
5 . Any funding should be for specific acquisitions only not an
open ended 20 year plan. Need to consider maintenance costs .
6 . A ticket tax on festival tickets would be more appropriate
and fairer to residents .
7 . . Too short-sighted and doesn' t plan for future maintenance
expenses .
8 . 1% tax is a nuisance tax for businesses because this is
collecting a small amounts of revenue and is costly ,
inefficient . Might support tax if it were levied on
meals were the bills exceeds a certain amount aer person say
$8 .
9 . Small businesses shouldn' t have to fund city parks with
tourist dollars .
10 . Residents of Ashland should share fairly and equitably in
the costs incurred by building parks .
11 . No more taxes of anv kind . This town lives off tourists .
Don ' t kill the golden goose .
12 . Need a plan were local area developers are participating in
providing park land without increasing density in their
developments , i . e . a builder ' s tax ,
13 . Your approach is to divide and conquer . Tourists don' t need
to be the beneficiaries of your plan. Rethink .
14 . Doesn ' t seem fair to single out one type of business for
taxes .
15 . Parks are for residents who should bear the burden of cost .
16 . Saying "no" won' t do any good . You will continue to tax and
spend.
17 . A large number of park users are from outside Ashland and
they do not all patronize the local restaurants sufficiently
to offset the financial burden.
18 . Parks should be funded by a user and general tax .
19 . Taxing specific businesses should be illegal . It is not true
the tax would not affect profit margins .
20 . This tax discriminates against those of our local community
who patronize restaurants . It needs to address all segments
of the population equally .
21 . This is a self-serving survey.
22 . It is too severe a tax on one industry in our town. It hits
the tourist who MUST eat here.
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23 . The current tax structure should be piggy backed and
increase all collectable taxes , then add those revenues to
the city budget and City Council can budget Open Space
acquisition and maintenance each year .
24 . Those who voted for it should pay for it . 25 .
25 . Will not support any funding proposal not directed at a
"basic need" project until water expansion, sewer , etc . are
meet; however , will entertain special projects after these
are meet .
26. Not broad based and doesn' t address the potential job loss .
27 . Proposal too vast and expensive.
28 . Don' t impose a tax to be collected at the register . Can' t
stand the increase in paperwork.
29 . This is a sales tax and unacceptable. Property tax should be
the source.
30 . It is too much money.
31 . Do not wish property tax to go up.
32 . Look at the entire city budget ; for who and what can be cut .
This city has an ample budget . Set priorities and live
within those means .
33 . Last year I lost $21 ,000 operating two restaurants in
Ashland . More paperwork and more expenses will push some
place right out of business .
34 . Businesses in Ashland need more support from the City of
Ashland .
.35 . You misrepresent the Women League of Voters position . I do
not agree with using the Food and Beverage industry to fund
your project . It is inequitable and jeopardizes the small
business person.
36 . The middle class , small business person is being squeezed
out of Ashland . -
37 . Believe the plan should be scaled back .
38 . Details . Need more details .
39 . Total cost and cost per year too large . The 87 million would
buy more land than is needed.
40 . Should have an approved funding method first then design an
open space program to meet the available funds .
41 . It is already very expensive for tourists in Ashland.
42 . Your. power as a taxing authority is clouding your judgement .
43 . Ashland residents should be more aggressive in the
responsibility of funding their open space. Don' t believe in
a selective sales tax; however, do believe in a state sales
tax .
44 . Favor taxing to pay for open space, but not a selective
restaurant tax on people who are working long hours and,
therefore , are eating . out . It is a myth that only California
tourists and rich people eat in restaurants .
45 . Tax monies levied by the city against special businesses
does affect profit. margins and the city doesn ' t adequately
reimburse those businesses for collection of it .
46 . Need a ticket .tax for Shakespeare and all other tourist
attractions/entertainment .
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47 . Try a flat" % of profit fee from all tourist related
businesses within the city . This fee doesn ' t involve
constant collection and could simply be based on the April
IRS tax return from year to year .
48 . Feel not all prepared food establishments should be taxed.
49 . Try to come up with something more fair .
50 . Tourists are delighted to pay the price of a meal , in
Ashland/Oregon, because of the fact that there are no add-on
taxes .
51 . Goods in Ashland are already too expensive.
52 . Ashland has evolved into an exclusive, expensive place to
live.
53 . Desired funding should be derived from cuts or
discontinuation in current city funded operations or
programs .
54 . The proposed tax isn' t broad enough.
55 . Any revenue should be obtained through an entertainment tax
such as $1 per seat per person.
"NO" RESPONSES ON SURVEY AND OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION_
56 . Think we have enough open space . You are taxing us out of
our city .
57 . Don' t think we need more parks .
58 . If people want to fund open space let them contribute to a
drive, similar to the one to save Mt . Ashland fundraiser .
59 . Park land acquired would provide little or no benefit to
visitors .
60 . Only a chosen few enjoy these parks and open spaces .
61 . If people recommend more open space . let them move to the
country .
62 . If you curb growth, i . e. tourists moving here, you won ' t
have this problem. Try thinking about the uniqueness of this
town instead of money.
63 . Open space for a town surrounded by national forests and
parks within minutes makes this very low priority . We have
many parks in this town kept beautiful with little of no
daily use. Spend our money on necessities .
64 . Find a better use of the money. Maybe on education or the
library .
65 . This open space and it ' s cost of $7 million would be a gross
burden to the community.
66 . If we drive our tourist business away we can go live in the
park. Let 's concentrate on maintaining Lithia Park and the
smaller parks without further expansion.
67 . We have open space in every neighborhood. Can' t children and
adults walk a few blocks anymore?
68 . The concept of open space and the current policy of "in-
filling" for residential construction are directly Opposed
to each other . Be wise and have goals and policies that are
. parallel and not diametrically opposed.
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69 . Seems like we have too many residents that want to turn
Oregon and Ashland into one .big park . What in the world are
we acquiring that costs $350 , 000 a year for the next 20
years? The cost seems absurd.
70 . It takes water to have a park; I am against any new parks ;
we do have a water problem. It also takes money and man
power to maintain a park and this takes higher taxes . No on
this .
71 . The town government is hypocritical about preserving rural
land. They have given out numerous permits to builders ,
while at the same time preach preserving the land.
72 . I want things I can ' t afford, is the park department any
different?
73 . Let the neighborhoods that want the open space raise the
money for them.
74. Open space isn' t a priority . We need a skating rink in the
park , which will make money . No more projects to just spend .
Think water and sewers before open space
75 . Open space does not bring in the visitors .
76 . I think we have greater priorities in this town than funding
for more parks . I also don ' t like the Chamber ' s proposal .
Let ' s take care of the real needs first .
"MAYBE" RESPONSES :
1 . I don ' t like the property tax portion of the Chamber ' s
proposal . You don ' t say if the League of Women Voters
approved of your proposal . . . if "yes" than you have my "yes . "
2 . I am not particularly in favor of new growth; I am also not
opposed to the Food and Beverage tax .
3 . Do we have to create a new way to collect this tax from
restaurants?
4 . This would mainly be a tax on our membership and not spread
out to other populations as we are a private club and closed
to the public other than invited guest .
5 . Would the Food and Beverage tax be in addition to the local
improvement district . charge? What happens when the state
passes a sales tax?
6 . Why I would not oppose paying a reasonable food and beverage
tax, I seriously wonder about additional property being
added to the non-tax rolls .
7 . I think the Chamber ' s proposal has initiative; however, I am
pleased the Commission is Showing the leadership to solve
the problem. . . I think a sales tax , in any form, is very
inefficient .
8 . I support the concept of a Food and Beverage tax , but I need
more information to intelligently answer "yes . "
ASHLAND PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
CITY HALL ASHLAND, OREGON 97520 488-5340
PARK COMMISSIONERS: �l� ��j,• KENNETH J. MICKELSEN
V _ _ Director
PATRICIA ADAMS
ALLEN A.ALSING - r"
TERI COPPEDGE G a,;'•
THOMAS W. PYLE 4FGG
WES L. REYNOLDS
M MOMMUM
TO : Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM : Kenneth J . Mickelsen, Director
DATE : November 24 , 1992
SUBJECT : ADDITIONS TO 92 PARK LAND OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION
SURVEY
"YES" RESPONSES :
56 . Go for it .
57 . The Chamber seems to have a slightly different (idea) of the
Acquisition Program. . . like more information .
58 . Please don' t try to put the cost on the backs of small
business , i . e. increasing license fees .
59 , . . . licenses are too high now !
60 . The business license tax seems to penalize small businesses
like mine. I do; however , support the development of some
type of plan for funding,.
61 . I would like to see at least 2% food and beverage tax; even
more makes. sense to make it worth all the .hassle on the
restaurants . I would also like to see no tax increase on
property. . . thank you for working on this and for asking my
opinion.
"NO" RESPONSES:
77 . I believe that you & the. League of Women Voters are wrong .
Scale back. . .and you will get funding.
Home of Famous Lithia Park
ADDITION TO SURVEY COMMENTS - continued Page 2
78 . I support the alternative (Chamber ' s ) proposal .
79 . I believe the Food and Beverage tax . . . would adversely affect
the (tourist) industry in Ashland . . .We bought Mt . Ashland
Ski area - we can buy parks for our kids & ourselves .
80 . The administrative cost to the businesses will be high
although not identifiable . . . I cannot support giving a
$375,000 20 year blank check for acquisition without having
some idea of what will be acquired. . . Chamber ' s proposal
identified primary park land. . . no other cities in Oregon
that collect a sales tax on restaurants/lodging taxes are
common - we shouldn' t be trailblazers . . .
81 . Any new tax requires record keeping and administrative costs
to the retailer . . . should try to raise funds by utilizing
existing revenue sources such as business tax, property tax ,
82 . If local residents want "open space" parks , etc . they should
pay for it and not put more burden on the tourist industrv .
83 . Open Space purchase should be paid for by taxing the
property owners in Ashland . . . The business owners should not
be forced to increase their prices and make themselves non
competitive. with businesses out of the citv limits in order
to pay for something that everyone in the ci.t_v benefits
from.
84 . I am willing to pay my share of property tax . Since new
acquisitions will primarily benefit local residents .
85 . Open Space purchase should he done via Property Tax .
86 . As a small business working on a very small profit margin ,
we feel that the City of Ashland will be draining businesses
and adding yet another thing to drive people out of
business . . . listen to the voters that vote down anything that
has to do with tax increase .
87 . I do not support $7 million for Open Space. If Ashland wants
this , let us , and only us (not Jackson County and
transients ) pay for it . How about electric or water plus
tax?
88 . I would prefer an across the board plus increase in property
tax and/or a visitor tourist related business tax .
ADDITION TO SURVEY COMMENTS - continued Page 3
89 . This amounts to a sales tax equi%�Alent . . . and mostly taxes
the local residents in our repeated trips to
restaurants . . . stop the cleverness .
"MAYBE" RESPONSES :
9 . I 'm in favor of taxing food & beverage as a way of taxing
non-residents . . . also a new development tax as this is the
prime reason for needing "open space" . . . I am also willing to
pay $40 to $50 per year . . . I am overwhelmed by the property
tax rates and first want to see them come down before we
start increasing them.
NEW TOTALS PERTAINING TO SURVEY (NOV . 23 , 1992) :
Numbers Mailed 1 , 800
Numbers Not Deliverable 156
Numbers Not Returned 1 , 303
Numbers Returned 341
Number of "Yes" Responses 176 Commission proposal "ves"
Number of "No". Responses 150
( 119 Commission proposal "no"
31 Any open space "no")
Number of "Maybe" Responses 15 Undecided On Issue .
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Mt. Sterling &Montgomery County Industria( uthority
T.O. Box 393, 51 Vrth Maysvifle Street, Mt.Sterfing, 7(y 40353 Ofc. (606)498-5343 Fax.(606)498-3947
November 23, 1992
Mr. Ken Michelsen
Ashland Parks and Recreation Department
340 South Pioneer Street
Ashland, Oregon 97520
VIA FAX
Dear Ken:
I enjoyed talking to you regarding our recently constructed
1.6 million dollar, 89 acre recreation park. As executive director of
both the Chamber of Commerce and the Industrial Authority I have
a unique opportunity to guide these agencies on a complimentary
path. It is such a path that brought us to support the park effort.
Through the tragedy of loosing our county's largest employer,
and the need to replace those jobs, the leaders in our community
realized that we needed to elevate our "quality of life" to a higher
standard in order to attract much needed jobs and investment. We
also realized that, as existing citizens, we also deserve that same
lifestyle. The Chamber and Industrial Authority officially supported
the local recreation board in the pursuit of this park.
At first, the owners and managers of the local eating
establishments were adamantly apposed to this revenue measure.
They felt that it was a tax on the restaurants, but in fact it is a tax on
the consumer. The group decided to fight the tax and tried to get
signatures on a petition of opposition. They soon realized that their
customers were the very people who would benefit from the park
and, as a rule, were "eating out" because of their children's
involvement in sports. The opposition ceased and the project
proceeded. As a side line, the chamber'did not loose one single
member over our t)osition.
C
In Kentucky, local governments are limited by law to certain
revenue producing measures or taxes. The Kentucky legislature has
historically allowed a restaurant tax for tourism purposes by certain
class or sized cities but briefly opened a window of opportunity to
use that tax for recreation purposes.
If this project meets a serious need in your community Purge
recreation, chamber and Industrial Authority to work together to
make Ashland, Oregon "a better place to live and do business".
Wa regards,
1 White
Executive Director
l.aJlV,,,e,Z. We1C ulc very people wno wouta oenent rrom me park
an as a rule, were "eating out" because of their children's
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110 E. MAIN P.O. BOX 1360 ASHLAND, OREGON 97520
PHONE: (503)482-3486
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November 22, 1992
Ashland City Council
City of Ashland
Ashland, Oregon 97520
Dear Mayor and City Council Members:
I am writing to you regarding the recommendations of the Ashland Chamber of Commerce Task
Force on Park Funding which wrrs appointed by the Chamber Board of Directors in June of this year.
What follows is the proposal approved by our committee, and unanimously endorsed by the Chamber
Board after a survey of the Chamber membership.
Basically, this proposal recommends a funding proposal that would effectively purchase all the major
parcels of laud within Ashland that were identified by the Parks Commission as potential park sites
threatened with development in the near future. It is important to note that this plat would require a
revenue source of$183,009 annually for 18 yeas. These funds would then finance a$2 million bond
over 18 years, assuming an interest rate of 6%. The $2,000,000 park fund would then be dedicated
��s only the acquisition of new parkland and not developmentof those arldands While this plan
the present Pit is important to note
ubstantial efforts can still be made towards the acquisition of'all'additional mapped areas of
FfC space /parksthrouh funds raised by private efforts outright land donations and continued
space dedications being a requirement for new subdivision plannin actions It is also felt that
osition is consistent with the League of Women Voter's recommendation that "all'mapped areas
pen Space Parks be eventually acquired.
The$185,000 needed to finance this bond would come from the following sources:
A) $60,000from a$40.00 increase in the business license fee that would be paid by all 1611
businesses engeged in commercial activity in the City of Ashland. This increase could be waived by
the Council if a very small business (say under$10,000 gross income) could demonstrate undue
hardship.
B) $25,000 from the 'existing'Systems Development Charges on new construction.
C) $100,000 from a .12 cent increase in the property tax base per$1,000 assessed valuation. On a
$2010,00 home, this would amount to$24.00 increase per year.
In October, The Ashland Chamber of Commerce sent a survey to 625 business members asking them
to respond to the funding recommendations outlined above. The results were as follows:
* 76% of the respondents supported a parks acquisition program for the City of Ashland
* 60% of respondents were in favor of the Chamber Committee proposal.
*35% of responents were opposed to the Chamber Committee proposal.
*5% of respondents were undecided on the Chamber Committee proposal.
*9% of respondents opposed the Chamber Committee proposal and favored a food& beverage tax.
* 77% of those responding felt adequately informed of the parks funding plan.
*55% of those responding advised the Chamber Board to take a strong stand on this issue.
Consequently, the Ashland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted unanimously on
November 10, 1992 to strongly endorse the recommendations of the Chamber Park-Funding
Committee and to ask that the Ashland City Council place this proposal before the voters of Ashland
in a special election in March 1993.
Clearly a business tar increase of$40.00, or a property tax increase of any size will not be popular
in light of the passage of Measure 5, but our community has always shown courage, vision and
extreme generosity whenever we work together to preserve or enhance the quality of life in Ashland.
(I.e. School Financing, Shakespeare Pavillion, Mt. Ashland) The same spirit should bring us together
in the purchase and ownership of Ashland's open space and park system. We shouldn't expect
someone else to pay for our parks. T hey belong to the residents of Ashland as a priceless resource
that will be inherited by our children.
Please consider carefully this proposal for Open Space-Park funding. It has taken a great deal of
effort to build consensus up to this point, and the business leadership in Ashland is committed to
advocating the passage of this ballot measure in a special election. Certainly, the Open Space-Parks
Program doesn't need another divisive political campaign that would be vigorously opposed by one
group in the business community who would be singled out and forced to bear the administrative
burden of collecting a sales tax on prepared food and beverage, as well as being subjected to an
annual audit of their financial records by the City of Ashland.
Thank you for your kind attention to this important community concern. If you have any questions,
please feel free to call me. I remain cautiously optimistic that a unified community effort can begin at
your meeting and end in the successful passage of a ballot measure that would ensure the future
preservation of Ashland's parklands.
Sincerely 1,7 ,
Michael Donovan
Chairman/Chamber Park-Funding Committee
(Please reference newsletter front cover article.)
Chamber Survey on Parks Acquisition
MUST BE RETURNED BY 5 PM NOVEMBER 10,1992
In 1990, the voters of Ashland approved a plan for open space parks acquisition,however,they
failed to provide a funding source to acquire these properties. In response to the Parks and Recre-
ation Commission proposal of a 2% tax on prepared food and beverage to fund this program, the
Chamber formed a committee in July to attempt to find a funding source that was broad-based,
fair and fiscally responsible.
The Ashland Parks Commission has identified the following four major parcels of land as they
believe they are threatened with imminent development:
30 acres-North Mountain-Athletic fields and active uses;one of the last areas of the city large
and flat enough for a park where athletic activities can be held.
20 acres-Strawberry Lane-A passive park overlooking the downtown plaza.
2 acres-Railroad District Park-A neighborhood park.
6 acres-Hersey and Water-A neighborhood park.
58 ACRES
Please review this proposal as written that would effectively purchase all four of these major
parcels—This plan downscales the Parks Commission Proposal of$360,000 annually to a more
modest outlay of$185,000 for acquisition only.
A. $40.00 increase in business license fee- $60,000
B. Existing Systems Development charges- $25,000
C. A 12¢increase per$1,000 valuation in our property tax- $100,000
$185,000
Do you support a parks acquisition program for the City of Ashland?
Yes I No
Are you in favor of the Chamber's funding plan? Yes_ No Undecided_
Why
If you are opposed,what other funding source would you recommend?
Do you feel adequately informed of the proposed plan? Yes No
With this issue,would you advise the Chamber Board to:
Take a strong stand
Provide only education on the issues
Stay out of the picture entirely
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PARK FUNDING parcels of land identified by the Parks that revenue stream would finance a $2
Commission as potential park sites that million bond at 6% over 18 years that
[n 1990, the voters of Ashland are threatened with development. It is would effectively purchase over 50 acres
important to note that this plan down- of new park land that our own Compre-
approved a plan for open space parks scales the present Park Commission pro- hensive Plan states we need by the year
acquisition, however, they failed to posal of spending $360,000 annually on 2000.
approve a funding source to acquire both park aquisition and development The Chamber committee is certainly
these properties. In response to the Parks to a more modest annual outlay of not naive enough to believe that a busi-
and Recreation Commission proposal of $185,000 for land aquisition only. The ness tax increase of$40.00,or a property
a 2% tax on prepared food and beverage Chamber Plan recommends that the tax increase of any size,will be a popular
to fund this program, the Chamber $185,000 needed to fund this aquisition proposal, but on the other hand, Ash-
formed a committee in July to attempt to would come from the following sources: land is a very unique community that
find a funding source that was broad- 1) a Flat$40 increase in the business has always show courage and vision
based,fair and fiscally responsible. license fee that would be paid by all when needed. (School financing, Mt.
The members of this committee were: 1611 businesses engaged in commerce in Ashland,Shakespeare. . . ) It should be
Dave Bernard (DAREX Corp), Lois Ashland. (this would raise $60,000 a source of great pride in our community
Wenker (Ashland Sanitary), Tom Reid annually) that we could work together in the pur-
(Tischauser, Reid, Hana & Co. CPA's), 2) the "existing" systems develop- chase and ownership of Ashland's parks.
Steve Battaglia (Lithia Stationary), ment charge on new construction would We shouldn't expect someone else to pay
Robert Scholl(Pacific Institute of Natural be directed towards parks aquisition. for our parks. They belong to us as a
Sciences), Mike Uhtoff (Northwest (this would raise$25,000 annually) priceless resource that will be inherited
Nature Shop), Dennis Slattery (Mark 3) a 12 cent increase in our property by our children. Lets work together to
Antony Hotel-Pres. Chamber of Com- tax rate per$1,000 assessed valuation. acquire these park lands now,in a man-
merce), Ken Silverman (Nimbus), Mike On a $200,000 home, this amounts to ner that is fair and equitable.
Gibbs(Winchester Inn)and myself. $24.00 per year. (this would raise Please consider carefully the member-
The committee met weekly in order $100,000 annually) ship survey included in this newsletter.
to take testimony from Ken Mickelson of Altogether, these revenue sources
the Ashland Parks Department, Finance would generate $185,000 per year, and continues on page 2
Director Jill Turner and City Adminis-
trator Brian Almquist of the City of Ash-
land. Discussion focused on: (1) the November 1992 Calendar
need to find a funding proposal for open
space/parks aquisition in Ashland, (2) 3 1 p.m.-VCB—Winchester Inn,Parlor Room
the need for the business community to 4 S.C.O.R.E.-Call the Chamber for your free 1 hour appointment,482-3486
be a"willing"participant in any reason- 6 8:30 a.m.—Greeters—Arbor House,103 Wagner St.,Talent
able parks aquisition program,(3)build- 10 7:30 a.m.—Board of Directors—Mark Antony Hotel
ing a broad community consensus that 10 12 Noon—Education Committee—Mark Antony Hotel
supports the need for more park lands, 11 VETERAN'S DAY
and finally (4) serious consideration of
the major infrastructure costs (water, 11 S.C.O.R.E.—Call the Chamber for your free 1 hour appointment,482-3486
sewer, streets,etc . . .) that the city will 12 7:00 p.m.-Chamber Forum-Cable Access Channel 9
have to face within the next 5-10 years. 13 8:30 a.m.-Greeters-Subway,397 Avery
I What follows is the proposal 17 S.C.O.R.E.—Call the Chamber for your free I hour appointment,482-3486
approved by our committee. The 19 7:30 a.m.—Cable Access Committee—Mark Antony
Chamber Board of Directors unani- 20 8:36a..m.—Greeters—Cuppa Joe,60 E.Main St.
mously approved a motion to recom- 24 S.C.O.R.E.—Call the Chamber for your free 1 hoer appointment,482-3486
mend that the Chamber membership 26 HAPPY THANKSGIVING
approve this proposal which would
effectively purchase all four of the major 27 NO GREETERS—OPENING OF CHRISTMAS SEASON
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VISITORS & CONVENTION BUREAU
CHRISTMAS PLANS! FALL PERFORMING ARTS
T1.e Festival of Light Committee is The Third Annual Ashland Fall Performing Arts Festival is THIS month!
busy developing their plans to light the You are invited to attend a month of cultural events and performances. Music,
downtown area. Anyone interested in dance,theatre,concerts, workshops and mare. A performing arts extravaganza . . .
participating, please call Diane at the uniquely Ashland!
Chamber office,482-3486.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS NOV. 14 & 15 — Ashland Folk Music
We are creating our holiday sched- Club — Dance workshops at the
ule of events, if your business, NOV. 1-4 — Actors' Theatre of Ashland Ashland Community Center. Sat-
club/organization, church or theatre presents 'The Heidi Chronicles" at urday - swing, contra, squares and
group is planning anything, we WANT the Minshall Playhouse. (482-9659) clogging. Sunday - international
to know! Call Diane,482-3486. NOV. 2, 9 & 16 — Actors' Theatre of folk dance. (488-2045 or 482-4228)
Help decorate the Community Ashland presents a one man show— NOV. 15, 17 & 19 — SOSC Music Dept.
Christmas Tree with your own decorat- "Quartet for One" with Jonathan presents in the Music Recital Hall.
ed wooden star. Pick your star up for Farwell at the Minshall Playhouse. (552-6101):
Choir Concert-November 15,3 pm
(482-%59)
only $1 at any of the following loco- Jazz Concert-November 17,8 pm
tions: Scrap Peddlers, Web-Sters, NOV. 5-15 — The SOSC Theatre Arts Band Concert - SOSC Watch Con-
Tudor Guild, Small Change, Under- Department presents Arthur cert-Nov. 19,8 pm
ground Deli, Uthia Stationers,PayLess, Giron's "Becoming Memories" on
Paddington Station,or at the Chamber. the Dorothy Stolp Stage, SOSC. NOV. 24 - DEC. 31 — Oregon Cabaret
(552.6384) Theatre presents 'Tanto-Monium."
NOV. 12 — Rogue Valley Symphony — ( 2902)
Applegate - Oregon Orchestra Showcase — Beethoven's NOV. 27 - DEC. 28 — Cygnet Theatre
Trail Celebration "Consecration of the House" over- Group presents 'The Small Town
lure, Ravel's "Rhapsodic Espag- Children's Christmas." A world
This committee has been meeting ole," and Rachmaninoff's "Sym- premier of the musical by well- .
g phony No. 2,"at the SOSC Music known local author P.K. Hallinan.
regularly and is busy developing plans P y Carpenter Hall - Oregon Shake-
for 1993 events. If you or our business Recital Hall. (552 6354) P g
y y speare Festival.(488-2945)
is interested in participating, we would NOV. 14 — Open House/Snow Ball at
love to have you join in. Mt. Ashland, 1:30-11 p.m. Perfor- For more information, contact event
Some possible ways to become mances by Encore. (see detailed phone numbers or the Chamber,
involved: article in this issue) (482-2897) 482-3486.
• Have an exhibit at your location, i.e.
photos,crafts,etc Open House -Show Ball at Mt. Ashland
• Offer your location as a site for an
event(especially historic sites). Thank you for helping to save the ski area-come on up to the pre-ski season
• Volunteer to help on the committee. kickoff! Saturday,November 14,1:30-11 pm.
For more information,please contact FEATURED EVENTS:
Diane at the Visitors & Convention Information Booths:Mt. Ashland programs,season pass pictures taken,Mt.
Bureau,482-3846. Ashland Racing Association,Ashland High School,Ski Patrol,US.Forest Service
and more.
PARK FUNDING,continued Ski Videos
The business community has a real 430 PM-Recognition of volunteers for"Save Mt.Ashland Campaign"
opportunity to lead on this issue, and
contribute to the positive livability of unveiling of plaque with donor names.
Ashland. The Open Space/Parks Plan 5:00 PM-Bonfire-Entertainment by'Tncore."
certainly doesn't need another divisive 5:00-8:00 PM-Thai dinner,(hot dogs available too!)
political campaign that attempts to sin- 7-00 PM-Encore performs.
gle out one group in the community;
and force them to collect a tax on their 8001100 PM-Snow Dance featuring "Destiny Blues Band:'
customers in order to pay for a legacy •Ski Patrol will be selling raffle tickets. The bar will'be open from 1:30 pm to
we will all share. closing. For information call 482-2897. Come and join the FUN!
Michael Donovan,Chair
November 20, 1992
To : Ashland City Council (Golden, Acklin, Arnold,
Laws , Williams , Reid, Winthrop)
From: J � , Hal Cloer, Chair LWVA Park Acquisition Study
Re: Future Park Land Acquisition
By now you have no doubt been contacted by LWVA board
members as a follow-up of the October 30, 1992 letter from
LWVA president Joni Smith. The Ashland LWV' s are authorized
by the membership to develop a grass-roots coalition to conduct
an effective campaign in support of any ballot measure that
the council may place on the ballot to fund the parks and open
space program approved by the voters in 1990.
The purpose of the authorization of board member contacts
with the city council is to point out the difficulty we will
face if two different proposals are placed on the ballot . It
is our understanding that if that occurs the proponents of
eachl� an an active campaign in opposition of the competing
proposal . We would anticipate that citizens , provided with
many arguments about the inadequacies of competing measures
and resistant to government and taxation, would follow the path
of least resistance and vote both measures down.
As reported by president Joni Smith in her 10/30/92 letter,
the league membership took the position that the council should
support acquisition of the program adopted in 1990--not merely
a part of that program. However, the membership felt that the
crucial issues is acquisition--that parcels are not only threat-
ened by development pressures , but that land prices will con-
tinue to appreciate greatly (see attached data on certain parcels) .
In contrast to the parks commission ' s desire to concurrently
deal with the issue of development of acquired park land, the
LWVA membership was willing to face that as a separate issue.
The LWVA membership also felt that; in light of the ways
in which park lands have historically been acquired in Ashland,
that there is an argument for allowing for some "horse trading"
and private efforts in both acquisition and development . It was
in that tradition that "Proposal III" was presented to the "Com-
mittee of Ten" this summer (see accompanying sheet) .
Again, LWVA stands ready to support any measure you place
on the ballot for implementing the accepted parks and open
space program. We trust that you will take the LWVA' s position
into account in so doing.
copies : Parks Commission, Michael Donovan
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COMMITTEE OF TEN
Following the twelve summer meetings of the Committee on Parks funding ,
the LWVA President convened a "Committee of Ten' , comprised of
representatives from the,�:Parks and Recreation Commission, Chamber of
Commerce , League of Women Voters and Southern Oregon Land Conservancy, to
try to reach possible agreement on a funding method prior to the issue
going before the electorate .
The Committee of Ten did unanimously concur. that it would be best if
those constituencies represented could reach agreement on a funding method
before being presented to the voters. The Committee considered especially
the various LWVA and LWVOR positions as outlined on pp. 1 and 2, as well as
the manner in which Ashland ' s existing parks have historically been
acquired. Particular attention focused on the local position relating to
coordination (parks development "cannot be isolated from the criteria for
overall city development" ) and the fact that Ashland ' s current parks were
acquired not solely through a taxing authority, but by "outright
purchases, . . .by contributions and donations, by agreement with land
developers. . . (and a) long-standing tradition. . .of private/public
cooperation and action for Ashland ' s parks" (p. 5) .
The Committee of Ten discussed in detail the two alternative proposals
put forth by the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Chamber of
Commerce. Then, in an attempt toward compromise -- and to be sensitive to
the issues of coordination and shared public/private cooperation cited
above , considered a third alternative. These are presented herewith for
review by the LWVA membership.
I. Park and Recreation Commission Proposal
for Park Acquisition ($250 , 000/year) and Development ($125,000/year)
Prepared Food and Beverage Tax 28 f35o, o°ot
Systems Development Charge (SDC) _ 4�'O $200,OOOt ( if 18)
II. Chamber of Commerce Committee Proposal
for Park Acquisition only
Increase annual business license X60
fee ( from $60/year to $100/year ave . ) Ia °pOi
SDC (see above) 1�°0 00 $185, 000
$ . 12/$1000 property tax increase
III. Committee of Ten Consideration (Proposal?)
for Park Acquisition and Development
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SDC A2.9, 0
Ae�4isit�n Augmenting Tax (possibilities include : 4!OV1 o00
sys�'000 1 , city sales tax 2. property 'tax
1 3 . food and bev. tax 4 . bus. and occ. tax
\ 5. hotel/motel tax 6 . etcetera $360,000
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ea�.lor „.Mt "fair market price" through tax incentives ¢*7i,00or
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October 30 , 1992 1�1
To: Ashland City Council
From: Joni Smith, President, League of Women Voters of Ashland (LWVA)
Re : LWVA Position on Parks Funding
At its October 21 , 1992 Board of Directors' meeting , the LWVA adopted
the following position statement. This statement is the result of the
following process:
* in April 1992, the LWVA authorized a local study on parks
funding, and formed a nine-member study committee that met
frequently over a five-month period taking testimony from parks
commissioners, city officials, planning staff, and representatives
of citizen groups and other organizations
* distributed eight pages of information to 115 LWVA members,
* sponsored a community meeting in September where representatives
from the city council , parks commission, chamber of commerce, and
citizen groups discussed the park funding issue,
* discussed and reached consensus on parks funding at the October 14
LWVA membership meeting.
PARKS FUNDING POSITION
The city council should implement the parks and open space
acquisition program adopted by the council and placed in the city
charter by amendment in 1990 . The council should propose and support a
tax measure that produces adequate revenue to acquire all of the mapped
properties. The tax measure should be equitable, stable, easy to
administer , and should add balance to the entire tax system while
providing for broad sharing of the tax burden.
We support developing acquired parks and open space by combining
funds raised through private efforts with any other source of public
funding.
Over 20 years ago the LWVA established a position calling on the city
to acquire land that would be needed in the future for parks, bicycle
paths, walkways, recreational facilities and the preservation of open
spaces. We supported the thirteen policies the city established in the
1980 Comprehensive Plan to achieve those goals. We strongly supported the
I
City. of Ashland
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
HISTORY OF PARK LAND ACQUISITION
1 . Bear Creek Greenway___Park. Acquired between 1976 - 1978
The land was purchased by Jackson County and given to the City
of Ashland as part of the Bear Creek Greenway Project .
2 . Calle Guanajuato . Acquired between 1972 - 1973
The land was purchased in conjunction with a federal grant .
The City of Ashland paid 50% of the land acquisition cost and
the grant paid 50%.
3 . Clay Street Park. Acquired between 1978 - 1979
The developer agreed to donate the land.
4. Garden Way Park.
Donated.
5 . Glenwood Park. Acquired in 1987
Donated by private individual .
6. Garfield Park . Dedicated as park site in 1990
City of Ashland purchased the property from Jackson County in
the 1970 's for $36, 000 .
7 . Hunter Park . Acquired between 1972 - 1974
The land was part of the City cemetery and the City paid the
Cemetery Fund for the land. George Hunter donated 50% of the
monies for development ; grant monies provided the other 50%.
8 . Lithia Park .
Land was both purchased and donated.
9. Sherwood Park .
The . land was purchased by the City of Ashland as a fire
station site and the portion not used was later dedicated as
a park.
10 . Strawberry Lane Park . Acquired in the 1970 's
The City of Ashland purchased the land.
11 . Triangle Park.
12 . YMCA City Park. Acquired 1987 .
The land was donated to the City by the Ashland Family YMCA
specifically as a park site with the agreement that an active
park site would be developed.
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November 27, 1992
�• Honorable Mayor & City Council
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rQ= Brian L. Almquist, City Administrator
Subject Sewer Connect Request - Wayne Cahill
You will note that the attached request from Mr. Cahill
involves one of two small islands of unincorporated
property on Tolman Creek Road, surrounded on all sides by
the City of Ashland.
The Staff recommends approval of the Cahill request,
subject to the following conditions:
(1) That an irrevocable consent to annex be signed
prior to the connection of the sewer service.
(2) That all sewer connection and systems
development charges be paid, or that a
promissory note to pay in installments be
signed, prior to such connection.
(3) That the Staff be instructed to prepare the
necessary ordinance annexing the island; to
call a public hearing on the withdrawal of the
land from Jackson Co. Fire District No. 5; and
to initiate a Zone Change from County RR-5 to
City of Ashland E-1.
(4) That the Staff contact the owners of the other
county island at 455 Tolman Creek Road to
determine if they are interested in annexation
at the same time.
(d:\q+\sewer\cah R L.Mem)
Emorandnm
°RE°°'
23 November 1992
Brian Almquist, Steve Hall
rum: James H. Olson, Assistant City Engineer
pS1bjPtt. Request from Property Located outside of the City Limits to Connect to
the City Sewer System
On Friday, 20 November 1992, I received a call from Mr. Wayne Cahill explaining
the septic drain field for his rental property at 375 Tolman Creek Road had been severely
damaged by recent work conducted by Talent Irrigation District and that the system was
probably not repairable due to the saturated situation of the ground. Mr. Cahill was
informed that, since his property was not within the City limits, Council permission must be
received prior to connection to the system.
The attached letter was received this morning and is offered as a request for
connection to the sewer system.
The property, referred to as 39-1E-11C 700, is one of the 2 "islands" of un-annexed
areas on Tolman Creek Road. It is currently zoned RR-5 and is sandwiched between the
new YMCA parking lot and the soccer field parking lot. The area to the north is zoned R-2
while the area to the south and west is C-1.
Sewer connection could be made to this property without cutting Tolman Creek Road
since a sewer main is located on an easement across the full length of the north boundary of
the property. A connection rate of$3055.00 would be due upon approval of this request.
A consent to annexation has been acquired and is attached. Since the lot is already
smaller than the current County zoning will allow, the deed restriction mentioned under
A.M.C. Section 14.08.030 would not be necessary. All other requirements of said section
have been or will be met. Staff supports this request.
attachments: map
letter from Mr. Cahill
consent to annex form
cc: Dennis Bamts
John McLaughlin
Jxo:"\Cm,n.�
WAYNE R C:AHILL
PO- BOX :368
ASHLAND, OR -97520
4E:2-0482
RE : PROPERTY OWNED AT 375 TOLMAN CREEK P.D.
39 1E 11 C TAX LOT 700
CITY OF ASHLAND;
THIS LETTER IS IN REGARDS TO OBTAIN PERMISSION TO CONNECT TO CITY
SEWER LINE•
THIS PROPERTY AT PRESENT TIME 'IS IN THE COUNTY AND HAS A HOUSE THAT
IS BEING RENTED. THE HOUSE IS ON CITY WATER, AND HAS A SEPTIC SYSTEM.
THE PROPERTY HAS AN EASEMENT ON THE SOUTH SIDE THAT PRESENTLY HAS A
SEWER, LINE THAT SERVICES THE Y.M.C.A. .'
ABOUT 8 MONTHS AGO I CONTACTED STEVE HALL ( WHEN THEY WERE DOING
WORK ON THE ROAD ) TO SEE ABOUT HOOKING UP AT THAT TIME. AFTER.
CHECKING WITH ENGINEERING THEY SAID THAT I WOULD BE ABLE TO CONNECT TO
THE SEWER LINE ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF MY PROPERTY AND THERE WOULDN'T
NEED TO BE A HOOK UP IN THE ROAD. I INQUIRED ABOUT HAVING TO BE
ANNEXED INTO THE CITY TO HOOK. UP. STEVE HALL THOUGHT ALL THAT WOULD
HAVE TO BE DONE IS SIGN AN AGREEMENT TO ANNEX AT THE TIME THAT THE
PROPERTY IS DEVELOPED.
AFTER FINDING OUT THAT I DIDN'T HAVE TO GO TO THE ROAD FOR SEWER
HOOK UP I WAS IN NO HURRY TO HOOK. UP,SENSE THE SEPTIC SYSTEM WAS
WORKING PROPERLY. THEN ON 11-20-92 TALENT IRRIGATION DISTRICT WAS
DIGGING A NEW DITCH IN ORDERITO CULVERT THEIR. WATER, ACROSS MY
PROPERTY. THE LINE WENT THROUGH THE DRAIN FIELD OF MY SEPTIC SYSTEM.
WHICH HAS LEFT IT INOPERATIVE.
MY INTENTION WITH THIS PROPERTY IS TO AT SOMETIME IN THE NEXT FEW
YEARS TO HAVE IT ZONED COMERCIAL AND EVENTUALLY HAVE THE HOUSE TORN
DOWN. AT PRESENT I WOULD LIKE TO HOOK UP AND LEAVE IT ZONED AS IS. IF
IT WAS ZONED COMERCIAL NOW, THE TAXES WOULD FORCE ME TO SELL IT.
THE Y.M.C.A. HAS SHOWED INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY ESPECIALLY SENSE IT
IS SURROUNDED ON ALL THREE SIDES BY THEM. BUT HAS SAID IT IS NOT IN
THEIR BUDGET AT THIS TIME.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME IN THIS MATTER,.
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IRREVOCABLE CONSENT TO ANNEXATION
The undersigned, referred to in this document as "Owner" whether singular or plural,
owns or is the purchaser under a recorded land sale contract of real property in Jackson
County, Oregon, described below and referred to in this document as "the property":
Property referred to as assessor's tax lot 39-1 E- 11 C 700. being more particularly
described on attached Exhibit "A".
In consideration of the City of Ashland permitting the connection of Owner's building
sewer from the residence on the property to the sewer system of the City of Ashland,
Owner declares and agrees that the property shall be held, sold, and conveyed subject
to the following covenants, conditions and restrictions, which shall constitute covenants
running. with the land and shall be binding on all parties having any right, title or interest
in the property or any part, their heirs, successors and assigns:
Whenever a proposal to annex the property is initiated by 'the City of Ashland or
otherwise, Owner shall consent and does consent to the annexation of the property to
the City of Ashland. Owner agrees this consent to annexation is irrevocable.
DATED SIGNATURE
Printed Name Wayne R. Cahill
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State of Oregon
County of Jackson ;
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CITIZEN PETITION
FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ASHLAND CITY COUNCIL
December 1, 1992
Whereas regulatory disagreements concerning the relative importance of
Ashland wastewater standards and the necessity of maintaining current
water flow in order to best meet the most sensitive beneficial use, the
cold water fishery in Bear Creek remain unresolved, and whereas these
regulatory differences have created frustration, confusion, and difficulty
in moving .toward a decision to best meet the goal of protecting the varied
beneficial uses of Bear Creek and whereas other possible strategies have
not been fully analized and whereas the Rogue Valley Council of Governments
(RVCG) has in the past successfully coordinated and helped facilitate
difficult water quality problems and whereas RVCG board has stated the RVCG
"will perform as the regional coordination body for water resources planning
in the Rogue River Basin" and whereas RVCG has a long and continuing
involvement in various aspects of water resource areas concerning Bear Creek
and whereas RVCG is currently working with a committee to address instream
conditions iniBear Creek and whereas RVCG is under contract with the DEQ
to develop program plans to address the TMDL within the Bear Creek System,
therefore xhe City of Ashland shall formally request the following agencies
to form a special technical committee and to.. formally request that RVCG
facilitate and coordinate described technical committee to address the
specific problems and differences of agreement concerning various aspects
of Bear Creek water resources:
1. The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
2. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wti'ldlife (ODFW)
3. The Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD)
4. The Talent Irrigation District (TID)
5. The City of Ashland (CA)
6. A technical member of the Ashland Wetlands Coalition (AWC)
7. Other agency representatives as deemed necessary by the
technical committee and coordinator to resolve certain critical
conflicts of agreement.
The above described technical committee shall be requested to meet as
necessary to resolve the following specific conflicting and interelated
Bear Creek drainage issues:
1. Satisfying DEQ effluent nutrient and related standards concerning
discharges from the Ashland sewage treatment facilities.
2. Satisfying DEQ effluent temperature standards concerning discharges
from the Ashland treatment facilities.
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3. Addressing the issue of maintaining existing water flows in
Bear Creek and how that affects `alternatives to satisfy DEQ
effluent nutrient and temperature standards relative to
protecting the most beneficial use, the coldwater fishery.
4. Satisfying necessary requirements facilitating a trade of
polished effluent transferred into TID diversion in trade for
equal volume of upstream Bear Creek water during the summer
period in order to meet DEQ, OOFW, and OWRO goals and concerns.
5. Addressing the issue of water rights of downstream water users
regarding problems associated with considered alternatives
which result in reduction of existing water flows.
6. Addressing the potential of reducing the current nutrient load
in Bear Creek resulting from nonpoint sources in order to balance
the sacrifices required to meet the needs of the most sensitive
beneficial uses between all sources presently degrading Bear Creek
water quality.
7. Working toward resolving these issues and conflicts to develop
a holistic strategy of beneficial uses to support the total
natural ecology of the Bear Creek drainage system and to assure
the survival of the native salmonids and the other indigenous
flora and fauna of Blear Creek.
It is the opinion of the Ashland Wetlands Coalition that without a
resolution of described regulatory conflicts, decisions made which
disregard any of the regulatory concerns could result in harming the
beneficial uses of Blear Creek and lead to potentially costly and damaging
consequences. We believe that requesting the described technical committee
will aid immeasurably in resolving these issues toward an inovative and
mutually beneficial satisfactory alternative which enhances the natural
ecology of Bear Creek, minimizes costd and creates a scenic wetlands park
which will serve as a model for other Oregon cities to emulate.
ry Schrodt
A hla d Wetlands Coalition
Ashland City Council November 24, 1992
Dear Council :
In order to reach the water quality goals set by the DEQ, the EPA, and
the community, I am proposing that there be instituted a program of nut-
rient removal at the source. According to sewage treatment engineers con-
tacted across the country, there can be a reduction of 25-30% of total
phosphorus in the waste stream from banning the use of garbage disposals.
Bans such as these have been instituted in many large urban areas where
nutrient removal is an expensive problem. Furthermore, there is considerable
interest in the community to work with the City to solve our sewage treatment
puzzle using a holistic approach rather thah a chemical reaction.
Therefore I propose that council direct city staff to prepare a report
concerning initating the following actions:
1. Educating citizens concerning problems caused by garbage disposals and the
costs associated with removing nutrients from the waste stream after
they are dissolved.
2. Implementing a voluntary reduction of garbage disposal use.
3. Inuestigating offering a financial reward for citizens who -take existing
garbage disposals out of service.
4. Developing a city wide food waste collectionservice and/or composting service.
5. Researching the results experienced by other cities who have restricted
the sale and installation of garbage disposals.
By implementing propsals such as the outlinged above, the city will demonstrate
that they are actively addressing the problem of nutrient contamination
in Bear Creek, and the citizens of the City wlll feel they are working
together with the council to solve this problem.
This proposal will not only potentially save the City millions of dollars
by allowing wetland technology to perform the remainder of the sewage treat-
ment, but will remove valuable nutrient-rich organic matter from the waste stream
making it available for other benficial uses.
Plato Doundoull6kis
Ashland W nds Coalition
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November 10, 1992
�+�• Mayor and City Council
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ram: Jill Turner, Director of Finance
'*ubjert: Sewer Rates
As mentioned in the September 30, 1992, Financial Report, staff
suggested that City Council review water and sewer rates in
November.
Recommendation: Staff recommends Alternative 3 and passage of a
resolution increasing sewer rates by $3 . 30 January 1, 1993. In
addition, staff recommends increasing (sewer rates by $3 .45 on
July 1, 1993. • The City sewer rate would then equal $15.75,
which is the least costly waste water treatment plant upgrade
scenario shown below.
Discussion:; Staff has made up three year, line item budget
scenarios using five alternatives. These scenarios, which are
lengthy, are summarized into monthly base sewer rates as found
in the following chart:
Alternative Proposed Estimated Estimated Estimated
Jan-93 July 93 July 94 July 95
1* $ 12 .30 $ 18. 00 $ 25. 20 $ 27.72
2 $ 12 .30 $ 22 . 05 $ 38. 59 $ 40.52
4 $ 12. 30 $ 16.20 $ 25. 11 $ 27. 62
5 $ 9. 00 $ 11.25 $ 12.38 $ 13.62
• Alternatives 1 and 3 also increase property taxes.
All Alternatives are calculated on a base residential sewer bill of$9.00 which represents the sanitary portion
of the current bill. The total monthly sewer utility bill includes a charge of$1.50 for storm drains bringing
the combined total to $10.50 per month. All alternatives assume a proportional increase in flow charges.
For ease of comparison, alternatives one through four assume
that the Bond Sale will be on November 1, 1993, and that the
treatment facility will be built in the 93-94 budget year. All
assumptions assume a 20 year bond issue with a six percent
interest rate.
Alternative 1 This alternative assumes that the Council chooses
to implement Brown and Caldwell alternative 1 or
3A. Under this proposal the bonds would be
repaid equally from property taxes and sewer
rates. Operational cost will increase by
$654 , 000 in 95-96.
Alternative 2 This alternative assumes that the Council chooses
to implement Brown and Caldwell alternative 1 or
3A. Under this proposal the bonds would be
repaid totally from sewer rates. Operational
cost will increase by $669, 000 in 95-96.
lternatue 3 phis alternative assumes that the Councl choosed
to x�npement $10,aat3, an0; wetlands propasal.'
Under this proposal„ the lsonds wadld bs repaid
equally fram properrty xs a2id 5Olef dates.
operAtst nal cost will increase y $346<,;0 70 in
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Alternative 4 This alternative assumes that the Council chooses
to implement a $10, 000, 000 wetlands option.
Under this proposal the bonds would be repaid
totally from sewer rates. Operational cost will
increase by $361, 000 in 95-96.
Alternative 5 Do not upgrade the waste water treatment
facility. Operational cost will increase by
$170, 000. The largest increase will be in
electricity; water and health insurance.
Action is required now so that the City will have various
options in funding of the sewage treatment plant upgrade. If
Council waits to raise rates them fewer options are available
thus resulting in higher interest costs. It is apparent by the
fifth Alternative that present rates are not keeping up with
inflation. During the 1990-91 fiscal year the sewer fund
balance declined $134,782 in 1991-92 the balance decreased
$115,949. These trends need to- be reversed prior to approaching
the bond market. The suggested financial policies which effect
this fund are as follows:
1- The Sewer and Electric funds will maintain an
unrestricted and undesignated balance of at least 12 .5
percent of annual revenue.
2- The City will budget a contingency appropriation in all
funds, except the Cemetery Trust and Debt Service
Funds, to provide for unanticipated expenditures of a
nonrecurring nature, or. shortfalls in projected
revenues. The contingency will be maintained at not
less than 3 percent of annual revenues.
The estimated June 30, 1993 fund balance of $136, 000, which
again is less than what the new policy requires. It is evident
that rates will need to be increased to implement this policy,
which is looked at favorably by the bond fund.
Steve Hall will be providing you with a Resolution for
increasing the rates, and I will follow up with a survey of
comparable jurisdictions.
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November 10, 1992
�lll1. Mayor and City Council
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raYY__m: Jill Turner Director of Finance 1�
�uDjQtt- Water Rates /f
This is the second memo regarding utility rates. The first
memo covered sewer rates and this memo covers water.
Recommendation Staff recommends Alternative 2 and passage of
a resolution increasing water rates by 22 percent( or a
residential average of $4 .00 per month) effective January 1,
1993 .
Discussion Last December staff reviewed water rates on a
three year basis. The long term scenario showed a 25 percent
rate increase in each year for three years and that property
taxes would be used to supplement the bond issue at least
initially. During the budget process some items were delayed
or postponed and the January 93 rate increase was whittled
down to 20 percent. Since that time the�City went through a
record drought and initiated both water curtailment and
conservation measures. The long term effect of these measures
and additional rate increases on year around water revenues is
still unknown. The year around average residential water bill
has dropped from $18. 15 to $17.82 because of these factors.
Therefore, we are recommending an increase of 22 percent.
Again, the Finance Department has prepared a three year water
budget under a number of scenarios. Residential water rates
which are summarized below are extrapolated from the lengthy
scenarios. Please be aware that these rates are tentative as
staff will be suggesting a water rate study in the fall of
1993 .
Option Proposed Estimated Estimated Estimated
January 93 January 94 January 95 January 96
1* $ 22 .03 $ 26.40 $ 30.28 $ 32.43 /
3 $ 22 .03 $ 26.68 $ 31.63 $ 34. 28
Alternatives 1 and 2 also increase property taxes.
All alternatives assume a proportional increase in commercial charges.
All alternatives used a $18.00 as the present monthly base rate.
For ease of comparisons all scenarios assumed assume the
following: :
1- That SDC (building activity) will be equal to that of
1991-92 and revenues will double and then triple with
full implementation of the SDC rates.
2- The unreserved water fund balance will equal 17. 5 percent
at June 30, 1996.
3- The City will continue a conservation program at $30, 000
plus a half time employee.
4- The Capital Projects as outlined on the attached water
Summary CIP page will be funded.
5- All projections assume that as water rates are increased
that residents will cut back on water consumption equal
to a 2 percent rate increase.
6- All scenarios assume that there will be no overage or
underage on the Northwest Reservoir project.
7- Operations and Maintenance continue at the present level.
No additional employees were added to the scenarios.
8- All scenarios assume a one percent growth.
Option 1 This alternative assumes that the 1992 Water Bond
issue will be entirely paid for by property taxes
and SDC's. This scenario assumes that the June 30,
1996 General bond fund balance will equal the annual
debt service on the 1977 and 1982 bonds (1992
Advance refunding bonds) .
��tti�in �w Thss =�ltea;z�axi��° assumes that tha l��z ��t�� �3clnd.
�ssue;w�ll,xbe�spai� frA3g. propertys�taxes, SAC+s and:
�t�te�trat+�s:. �It 3assumes,�that the z194b G�n+s;ra1 )SOn
�und balance, w�ll, ec,�ual�the annual ds�bt ssru3�e isri
Option 3 This alternative assumes that the 1992 Water Bond
issue will be paid from SDC's and water rates. No
further property tax levy would be needed. It also
assumes that the June 30, 1996 General bond fund
balance will the annual debt service on all three
water bond issues.
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WATER - SUMMARY
Water #1 - Acquis!tion of Water Rights
Water #2 - Upgrade of Treatment Plant
Water #3 -Waterline on North Main from Fox to Granite
Water #4 -Waterline on Ashland Mine from City Limit to Fox
Water#5 - Waterline on Ashland from Terrace to Siskiyou
Water #6 - Waterline Throughout the City
Water #7 - Additional Water Supply
FIVE YEAR BEYOND
93-94 94-95 95-96 96-97 97-98 TOTAL 1998
COSTS
Water #1 111,000 76,000 76,000 76,000 76,000 415,000
Water #2 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 500,000 1,200,000
Water #3 58,000 100,000 137,000 295,000
Water #4 - 125,000 33,000 158,000
Water #5 147,000 147,000
Water #6 0 4,857,000
Water #7 0 8.280,000
Total Costs 269.000 276.000 313.000 301.000 356.000 1.515,000 14,337,000
FUNDING
Water Charges 100,000 151,000 188,000 176,000 231,000 846,000 10,756,000
SDC Supply 111,000 76,000 76,000 76,000 76,000 415,000 1,216,000
SDC Treatment 58,000 49,000 49,000 49,000 49,000 254,000
G 0 Bonds 0 7.064,000
Total Funding 269.000 276,000 313.000 301.000 356,000 1 515,000 19,036.000
Debt Payments
SDC Supply 0 4,050,000
Water Charges 0 5,673,000
Property Tax 0 5.672.000
Total Debt 0 0 0 0 0 0 15.395,000
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�GFAS"`�a emorandum
GREGGa
November 12 , 1992
R- Brian Almquist, City Administrator
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(19 rIIm: Steven Hall, Public Works Directo�.
p�ubjett- Water and Sewer Rate Increase
Attached are proposed water and sewer rate resolutions as
recommended in Jill Turner's memorandum.
In the water rate structure, an increasing cost block
rate is proposed in accordance with the adopted "Water
Demand-Side Resource Study" by Synergic Resources
Corporation. The report states that the City should
"Provide an economic incentive to reduce water
consumption through summer rate differentials and
increasing block rate structures. "
The initial "normal" rate (first block) is based on the
water curtailment use limits for Stage 1 water
curtailment. This amount is one standard deviation above
the average summer use. In effect, this will produce the
block rate incentive in the summer when irrigation is at
a peak demand. The second block is based on twice the
Stage l water allotment and the rate is increased
approximately 20%. Similarly, the third block is for all
water usage above twice the Stage 1 water allotment rate
and the rate is increased approximately 20% above the
first block increase.
I have also included a copy of the Ordinance and
Resolution establishing the current low income senior
discount utility rates for your reference.
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cc: Jill Turner, Finance Director
Paul Nolte, City Attorney
John Fregonese, Planning Director
Dick Wanderscheid, Energy Conservation Coordinator
encl: Water Resolution w/Exhibit "A"
Sewer Resolution w/Exhibit "A"
Ordinance-Senior/low income discount
Resolution-Senior/low income discount
RESOLUTION NO. 92-
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING WATER RATE SCHEDULES PURSUANT
TO SECTION 14 .04.030 OF THE ASHLAND MUNICIPAL CODE.
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASHLAND DO
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The "Water Rate Schedule" marked Exhibit "A"
and attached to this Resolution is adopted as the water
rates for use and sale of water inside and outside the
City limits from the municipal water system.
SECTION 2 . Three (3) copies of this Resolution and
Exhibit "A" shall be maintained in the office of the City
Recorder and shall be available for public inspection
during regular business hours.
SECTION 3 . The rates adopted on Exhibit "A" shall be
increased annually on July 1st based on the Engineering
News Record Construction Cost Index (ENR) . The City
Administrator will provide the City Council with a review
of the rate structure with the 1995-1996 budget. The
initial ENR is established at 4927.
SECTION 4 . The rates adopted pursuant to this Resolution
shall be effective with water meter readings taken on or
after January 1, 1993 .
SECTION 5. Resolution 91-48 is 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 1st day of December, 1992 .
Nan E. Franklin, City Recorder
SIGNED and APPROVED this day of December, 1992 .
Catherine M. Golden, Mayor
Reviewed as to form
EXHIBIT 19A19
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
WATER RATE SC13EDULE
RESOLUTION NO. 92-
ADOPTED DECEMBER 1, 1992
EFFECTIVE DATE JANUARY 1, 1993
All water service provided by the City of Ashland will be in
accordance with Chapter 14 . 04 of the Ashland Municipal Code.
I. WATER RATES WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
A. BASIC SERVICE CHARGE. The basic service charge applies
to all metered water services and does not include any water
consumption.
0. 75 Inch Meter $ 8. 50/month
1 Inch Meter $ 9. 20/month
1. 5 Inch Meter $ 9.40/month
2 Inch Meter $12 . 20/month
3 Inch Meter $24. 40/month
4 Inch Meter $34. 40/month
6 Inch Meter $59 . 60/month
8 Inch Meter $80. 90/month
For condominiums or planned unit developments that are master
metered the basic charge will be $8. 50 per month per unit.
B. WATER CONSUMPTION CHARGE. All customers will be charged
the following rates per 100 cubic feet of water used.
RESIDENTIAL METERS
All sizes $ 1. 08 up to 3600 cubic feet
All sizes $ 1. 30 up to 7200 cubic feet .
All sizes $' 1. 60 over 7200 cubic feet
WATER RATES
EXHIBIT "A"
PAGE 2
COMMERCIAL METERS
0.75 Inch Meter $ 1. 08 up to 6400 cubic feet
0.75 Inch Meter $ 1. 30 up to 12800 cubic feet
0.75 Inch Meter $ 1: 60 over 12800 cubic feet
1 Inch Meter $ 1. 08 up to 9200 cubic feet
1 Inch Meter $ 1. 30 up to 18400 cubic feet
1 Inch Meter $ 1. 60 over 18400 cubic feet
1. 5 Inch Meter $ 1. 08 up to 23000 cubic feet
1. 5 Inch Meter $ 1. 30 up to 46000 cubic feet
1. 5 Inch Meter $ 1. 60 over 46000 cubic feet
2 Inch Meter $ 1. 08 up to 33000 cubic feet
2 Inch Meter $ 1. 30 up to 66000 cubic feet
2 Inch Meter $ 1. 60 over 66000 cubic feet
3 Inch Meter $ 1. 08 up to 43000 cubic feet
3 Inch Meter $ 1. 30 up to 86000 cubic feet
3 Inch Meter $ 1. 60 over 86000 cubic feet
4 Inch Meter $ 1. 08 up to 129000 cubic feet
4 Inch Meter $ 1. 30 up to 258000 cubic feet
4 Inch Meter $ 1. 60 over 258000 cubic feet
6 Inch Meter $ 1. 08 up to 221000 cubic feet
6 Inch Meter $ 1. 30 up to 442000 cubic feet
6 Inch Meter $ 1. 60 over. 442000 cubic feet
8 Inch Meter $ 1. 08 up to 460000 cubic feet
8 Inch Meter $ 1. 30 up to 920000 cubic feet
8 Inch Meter $ 1. 60 over 920000 cubic feet
In condominiums or planned unit developments that are master
metered, the total water consumed during a billing period
shall be apportioned equally among the active accounts during
the same billing period.
WATER RATES .'
EXHIBIT "A"
PAGE 3
C. BOOSTER PUMPING CHARGE. A surcharge of $6. 40 per month
is required where booster pumping is provided by the city
within the city limits.
D. TID IRRIGATION WATER RATES
Unmetered Service $47 . 00/acre or portion of an acre
Metered Service
Base Service Charge Same as A, above.
Water Consumption $0. 18 per 100 cubic feet
E. BULK WATER RATE. For water provided on a temporary basis
through a bulk meter on a fire hydrant the following charges
apply.
Deposit* $690. 00
Basic Fee $76. 00/installation
Cost of Water Same as 2" Commercial
* Deposit is refundable less basic fee, cost of water
and any damage to the city meter, valve, wrench and/or
hydrant.
III. RATES OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS
A. All rates and charges for water service provided outside
the city limits will be 1. 5 times the rates for water service
provided within the city limits.
RESOLUTION NO. 92-_
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A SEWER RATE SCHEDULE PURSUANT TO SECTION
14 .08.035 OF THE ASHLAND MUNICIPAL CODE.
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASHLAND DO RESOLVE AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The "Sewer' Rate Schedule" marked Exhibit "A" and
attached to this Resolution is adopted as the sewer rates inside
and outside the city limits.
SECTION 2 . Three (3) copies of this Resolution and Exhibit "A"
shall be maintained in the office of the City Recorder and shall
be available for public inspection during regular business hours.
SECTION 3 . The rates adopted on Exhibit "A" shall be increased
annually on July 1st based on the Engineering News Record
Construction Cost Index (ENR) . The City Administrator will
provide the City Council with a review of the rate structure with
the 1995-1996 budget. The initial ENR is established at 4927 .
SECTION 4 . The rates adopted pursuant to this Resolution shall be
effective for billings on or after January 1, 1993 .
SECTION 5. Resolution 92-16 is repealed upon 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 1st day
of December, 1992 .
Nan E. Franklin
City Recorder
SIGNED and APPROVED this day of December, 1992 .
Catherine M. Golden, Mayor
Reviewed as to Form
EXHIBIT "A"
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SEWER RATE SCHEDULE
RESOLUTION NO. 92-
ADOPTED December 1, 1992
EFFECTIVE DATE JANUARY 1, 1993
All sewer service provided by the City of Ashland will be in
accordance with Chapter 14 . 08 of the Ashland Municipal Code.
. 1. SEWER RATES WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
A. Single Family Residential $12 . 30 per month
B. Condominiums $12 . 30 per month per unit
C. Conversions to Condominiums $12 . 30 per month per unit
D. Multiple Family Residential $ 9 . 70 per month per unit
E. Mobile Homes and Trailers $ 9.70 per month per unit
F. Communal sleeping facilities Same as 1.G. below, e.g.
Dormitories,
fraternities,
sororities or boarding
houses
G. Commercial and Institutional $12 . 30 per month plus
$1. 10 per 100 cubic feet
of the current amount of
water consumption in
excess of 1, 000 cubic
feet.
2 . SEWAGE PUMPING CHARGE. A surcharge of $1. 60 per month is
required where sewage pumping is provided by the city within
the city limits.
3 . SANITARY DUMP STATIONS WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
Units providing sanitary dumps $29 . 00 per month for
o recreational vehicles in
addition to other regular
fees.
EXHIBIT "All
CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON
SEWER RATE SCHEDULE
RESOLUTION NO. 92-
ADOPTED December 1, 1992
EFFECTIVE DATE JANUARY 1, 1993
All sewer service provided by the City of Ashland will be in accordance with
Chapter. 14 . 08 of the Ashland Municipal Code.
1. SEWER RATES WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
A. Single Family Residential $12 . 30 per month
B. Condominiums $12 . 30 per month per
unit
C. Conversions to Condominiums $12 . 30 per month per
unit
D. Multiple Family Residential $ 9. 70 per month per unit
E. Mobile Homes and Trailers $ 9 .70 per month per
unit
F. Communal sleeping facilities Same as 1.G.
below, e.g. Dorm
itor
ies,
frat
erni
ties
sororities or
boarding houses
G. Commercial and Institutional $12 . 30 per month plus
$1. 10 per 100
cubic feet of the current amount of
water consumption in
excess of 1, 000
cubic feet.
a
2 . SEWAGE PUMPING CHARGE. A surcharge of $1. 60 per month is required where
sewage pumping is provided by the city within the city limits.
3 . SANITARY DUMP STATIONS WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
Units providing sanitary dumps $29 . 00 per month for recreational
vehicles in addition to other regular
fees.
SEWER RATES
EXHIBIT "A"
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4 . INDUSTRIAL SEWER RATES WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
A. Industrial uses are defined in Section 35. 905-18 of the
Federal Register, Volume 38 , Number 98.
B. Rates will be calculated in accordance with Section
35.935-13 of the Federal Register, Volume 38, Number 98.
C. An agreement shall be entered into between the
industrial user and the City of Ashland for the recovery
of capital costs in accordance with Section 35. 938 of
the Federal Register, Volume 38, Number 98.
5. MULTIPLE OR MIXED-USE SEWER RATES WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
A. The monthly sewer user charge shall be the total of the
several sewer user charges for each business or activity
computed separately.
6. ADJUSTMENTS AND EXEMPTIONS TO COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL SEWER
RATES
A. If a commercial or industrial user can demonstrate that
the volume of sewage discharged by the user is less than
50% of the water consumed, the City Administrator may
adjust the sewer user charge accordingly.
B. Water sold through an irrigation meter is exempt from
sewer user charge.
7 . SEWER RATES OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS
A. The sewer user charge shall apply to those sewer users
permitted under Section 14 . 08. 030 of the Ashland
Municipal Code.
B. The sewer rates for outside the city limits shall be two
(2) times the sewer charges for inside the city limits.
ORDINANCE NO. 2673
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 14.04, 14.08 AND 14. 16 OF THE ASHLAND
MUNICIPAL CODE PROVIDING A PROGRAM OF UTILITY DISCOUNTS FOR LOW INCOME
SENIOR CITIZENS AND REPEALING ORDINANCES 1747, 1766, 1860, 1884, 1972,
2054 AND 2062.
WHEREAS, the burden of meeting living expenses falls heavily upon low income
senior citizens subsisting op limited incomes, which have not kept pace with
the rising costs of providing municipal services; and
WHEREAS, the City Council believes that low income senior citizens should be
given some relief from this burden by means of a discount on the water,
sanitary sewer and electric utilities provided by the City of Ashland;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF ASHLAND ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Utility Discounts for Senior Citizens. There is hereby enacted a
Senior Citizen Utility Discount Program, the purpose of which is to reduce the
monthly amount under the Ashland Municipal Code and various rate resolutions
for water, sanitary sewer and electric service, to low income senior citizens.
SECTION 2 . Add to Chapter 14. 02 of the Ashland Municipal Code:
"Section 14 . 02 . 015 Senior Citizen Discount.
A. To qualify for the senior citizen discount, a person must be 65 years
of age or disabled and 60 years of age and the total household income
shall not exceed the Federal Community Services Administration poverty
guidelines.
B. The senior citizen discount shall apply only to the applicant's
residence.
C. A senior citizen desiring to receive a utility discount must submit an
initial application to the City on forms provided by the City. In order
to maintain continuous qualification for such discount, the senior citizen
shall , not later than June 30th of each ensuing year, file an annual
application for renewal on forms provided by the City. The City
Administrator, or authorized designee, shall determine whether the
applicant meets the qualifications and requirements of the City.
D. In special hardship cases, a committee of two (2) City Council members
and the Senior Program Director, may recommend the City Administrator
grant exemptions to the foregoing income limitations where the
circumstances justify such exemptions. "
SECTION 3 . Amend the first sentence of Sections 14 . 04 . 030, 14 . 08 . 035 and
14 . 16. 030 of the Ashland Municipal Code is hereby amended by inserting the
following words between the words "schedules" and "shall" :
"and senior discount rate"
SECTION 3 . Amend the first sentence of Sections 14 . 04 . 030,
14 . 08. 035 and 14 . 16. 030 of the Ashland Municipal Code is hereby
amended by inserting the following words between the words
"schedules" and "shall" :
"and senior discount rate"
SECTION 4 . Ordinances 1747, 1766, 1860, 1884 , 1972 , 2054 and 2062
are hereby repealed upon the effective date of this ordinance.
The foregoing ordinance was first read on the 21st day of April,
1992 , and duly PASSED and ADOPTED this 5th day of May, 1992 .
Nan E. Franklin, City Recorder
SIGNED and APPROVED this day of May, 1992 .
Catherine M. Golden, Mayor
I
repealed by 92-22-- RESOLUTION NO. 92-_
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A SENIOR CITIZEN UTILITY DISCOUNT PURSUANT TO SECTIONS
14 .04.030, 14.08.035 AND 14 . 16.030 OF THE ASHLAND MUNICIPAL CODE.
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ASHLAND DO RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Senior Citizen Utility Discount. If the applicant has met all of
the requirements of the Ashland Municipal Code, the City shall, beginning with
the next billing cycle after' the date of the application, discount the total
amount billed for water, sewer and electric service, not including connect
fees, reconnect fees and similar charges. The amount of discount for the
applicant's own residence shall be twenty-five percent (25%) for water and
electric bills and thirty-three percent (33%) for sewer bills if the
applicant's household income does not exceed the poverty guidelines of the
Federal Community Services Administration, or fifteen percent (15%) for water
and electric bills and twenty-four percent (24%) for sewer bills if the
applicant's household income does not exceed one hundred twenty-five percent
(125%) of the poverty guidelines of the Federal Community Services
Administration. In special hardship cases, a committee of two (2) Council
members and the Senior Program Director, may grant exceptions to the foregoing
income limitations where the circumstances justify such exceptions. "
SECTION 2 . The effective date of this resolution is July 1, 1992 .
SECTION 3 . Three (3) copies of this Resolution shall be maintained in the
office of the City Recorder and shall be available for public inspection during
regular business hours.
The foregoing Resolution was READ and DULY ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the
City Council of the City of Ashland on the 21st day of April, 1992 .
Russell Chadick, Jr.
Acting City Recorder
SIGNED and APPROVED this day of April, 1992 .
Pat Acklin
Acting Mayor
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE CANVASS OF THE VOTE OF THE ELECTION
HELD IN AND FOR THE CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON, ON NOVEMBER 3 , 1992.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Ashland met on the
1st day of December, 1992, at the Civic Center of said City and
proceeded to canvass the vote cast at the election held in and
for the City of Ashland on the 3rd day of November, 1992 , and
WHEREAS, the said Council has canvassed the said vote and
has determined the number of votes for the measures as follows:
MAYOR
Cathy Golden 5584
Scott Hutchins 823
Jim Sims 3193
Write Ins 4
COUNCILMEMBER - POSITION NO. 1
Don Laws 4844
Michael D. Sanford 3431
COUNCILMEMBER - POSITION NO. 3
Steve Hauck 5226
Randal Sedwick -1527
Write Ins 56
COUNCILMEMBER - POSITION NO. 5
Rob Winthrop 5095
Write Ins 4
PARKS COMMISSIONER - POSITION NO. 1
Pat Adams 4959
Write Ins 1
PARKS COMMISSIONER - POSITION NO. 2
Teri Coppedge 4725
Write Ins 1
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the
City of Ashland as follows:
SECTION 1. Cathy Golden is hereby declared to be the duly
elected Mayor.
SECTION 2 . Don Laws is hereby declared to be the duly elected
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Councilmember of Position No. 1.
SECTION 3 . Steve Hauck is hereby declared to be the duly elected
Councilmember of Position No. 3 .
SECTION 4. Rob Winthrop is hereby declared to be the duly
elected Councilmember of Position No. 5.
SECTION 5. Pat Adams is hereby declared to be the duly elected
Park Commissioner, Position No. 1.
SECTION 6. Teri Coppedge is hereby declared to be the duly
elected Park Commissioner, Position No. 2 .
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 , 1992 .
Dated this day of December, 1992 .
APPROVED:
Catherine M. Golden, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nan Franklin, City Recorder
2
. PROCLAMATION
I, Catherine M. Golden, Mayor of the City of Ashland,
Oregon, do proclaim that at`the election held in the City of
Ashland, Oregon, on the 3rd day of November, 1992, there was
submitted to the voters the question of the elections of persons
to various elective offices in the City, and it is hereby
declared that the following persons were elected to the positions
set forth next to their names:
Mayor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Catherine Golden
Councilmember, Position No. 1 . . . . . . . Don Laws
Councilmember, Position No. 3 . . . . . . . Steve Hauck
Councilmember, Position No. 5 . . . . . . Rob Winthrop
Park Commissioner, Position No. 1 . . . . . Pat Adams
Park Commissioner, Position No. 2 . . . . . Teri Coppedge
Dated at Ashland, Oregon, on this 1st day of December, 1992.
Catherine M. Golden, Mayor
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November 24 , 1992
o. Mayor and City Council
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rom: Jill Turner, Director of Finance
p1t�IjPt : Financing Resolution
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the attached
Resolution.
Discussion: Recently passed IRS regulations require that a
resolution be approved prior to spending monies on
projects which later will be bond financed. The City
of Ashland spends monies on local improvement
district projects and then after completion
reimburses itself with bond proceeds. This paragraph
was missed in preparing the Railroad Park LID
authorizing resolution. In the future this will be
included.
h:V itt wp\council\reisdwrs.m
RESOLUTION NO. 92-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ASHLAND, OREGON EVIDENCING ITS
INTENT TO REIMBURSE CAPITAL EXPENDITURES.
RECITALS:
A. The City of Ashland, Oregon (the"City") expects to cause certain capital expenditures to be incurred for
the Railroad Park.
B. The City intends to reimburse itself for such capital expenditures with the proceeds of borrowings incurred
by the City (the "Reimbursement Bonds").
C. United States Treasury Regulation 1.103-18 sets forth certain requirements that must be complied with In
order for the proceeds of Reimbursement Bonds to qualify as an expenditure of bond proceeds. One
such requirement is that on or before the date the expenditure that is being reimbursed is paid, the Issuer
of Reimbursement Bonds must declare a reasonable official intent to reimburse itself for the capital
expenditure.
THE MAYOR AND THE CITY OF ASHLAND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. It is the reasonable intent of the City to reimburse the capital expenditure for the Railroad Park
with the proceeds of Reimbursement Bonds in the principal amount estimated to be $150,000.
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 1992.
Nan Franklin
City Recorder
SIGNED and APPROVED this_day of , 1992.
Catherine M. Golden, Mayor
Re 'awed as to form:
Paul Nolte, City Attorney
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�4Ef3T�,• November 24 , 1992
SCI n.
Brian Almquist, City Administrator
I
ram:
Steven Hall, Public Works Director
Subject:
Fixed Base Operator
ACTION REQUESTED
City Council approve Robert A. Skinner as Fixed Base Operator for the
Ashland Municipal Airport.
City Council authorize City Administrator to negotiate and sign a
lease with Robert A. Skinner.
City Council instruct the staff to bring back a resolution allowing
for an interfund loan for the next three years at approximately
$10, 000 per year; or renegotiate the note with Southern Oregon Skyways
to reduce the current debt service by $9, 200, whichever is more
advantageous to the City.
BACKGROUND
In March, 1992 the City Council concurred with the Airport Commission
not to renew the lease with Jeremy Scott operating as Ashland Air. A
search for a new fixed base operator (FBO) was started immediately
after that action. As a result of a nationwide advertising campaign,
only 2 full proposals and one partial proposal were received. After
an extensive review and interviews, the Airport Commission denied all
applications.
After a few months, several people expressed an interest in applying
to the City for the position of FBO. The Airport Commission directed
staff to request proposals from the names of those expressing
interest. The City received 6 responses. The Airport Commission
reviewed the responses and set interviews with the two top candidates,
Greg Reeser as Ashland Airport Services and Bob Skinner.
Based on a the interviews, evaluation of references and experience and
review of financial statements, the Airport Commission by majority
vote is recommending the City Council approve Robert A. Skinner as the
next FBO contingent on successful negotiation of a lease.
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
With the difficulty in finding a qualified FBO and with a tighter
economy, we have found that any potential FBO is "bidding" a lot
tighter financially. Although the proposals are that, I do not think
we will find much room for the expansion of income to Ashland.
By a preliminary analysis, we will receive about $9, 200 less based on
the Skinner proposal . I have attached a memorandum to the Airport
Commission with the detail of the proposals received.
Brian Almquist and I have discussed options for covering the lessened
income to the Airport Fund. A key issue in the future financial
status of the Airport is the payoff of the current loan for the 20 T
hangars which were purchased under contract from Southern Oregon
Skyways in 1987. The final Payment is on September 1, 1995, less than
three years from now. This will place another $20, 000 per year in the
Airport Fund for expenditures related to the airport.
I am suggesting that the City either: (1) loan the Airport fund
approximately $10, 000 per year for the next three years and that the
Airport Fund repay the City plus interest over the following three
years from the $20, 000 to be gained after the payoff of the T hangars;
or (2) renegotiate the existing note with Southern Oregon Skyways to
reduce the current debt service by $9, 200 per year, either of which
would put the airport operation on a break-even basis.
The airport has come under scrutiny in recent years. The City Council
policy is that the airport will operate on a self-sustaining basis as
much as possible. Not everyone realizes the financial impact the
airport has on Ashland's economy. During 1989 the Southern Oregon
State College School of Business conducted a 3 part study of the
economic impact of the Ashland Municipal Airport. The results of that
study note a direct and indirect benefit to Ashland's economy of over
$1 million dollars!
cc: Pam Barlow, Administrative Assistant
Airport Commission
Greg Reeser, Interim Airport Manager
encl: Skinner Proposal
Hall memo 11/10/92
Resolution
Proposer PAGE 1
Robert A. Skinner
2948 Hillcrest
Medford, Oregon 97504
(503) 776-4527
I , Robert Skinner , will be the sole owner and directly
responsible for all operations and management of the leased
property RE: FBO
EXPERIENCE:
EDUCATION; 1372 graduate West Linn High School
years Clackamas Community College
Auto Body Repair Technology
years Portland Community College
Aviation Maintenance Technology
CURRENTLY HOLD . FEDERAL LICENSES AS:
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Private Filet , Multi-engine & Instrument rating::
PRAC:TIC:AL EXPERIENCE:
1/78 to E/78 worked for Aurora Aviation as an A&P
mechanic . This was an interim .job as I was -
finishing my aviation schooling prier to my
moving back: to the Rogue Valley.
9/78 to 9/82 worked for Rosenbalm Aviation as a
mechanic and was promoted to maintenance
inspector for a 11 flight operation. Specific
duties included all phases of maintenance, major
repairs and overseeing major inspections on DC-S
aircraft . In the course of my duties I was
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directly responsible for the overseeing of crew-
up to 20 people during the major inspections and
flight operations. Travel became more frequent
and I made the decision to leave the company.
6/83 to 6/92 worked for Butler Ford as an auto
body repairman and painter . Promoted to Body Shop
Manager 4/84. Promoted to Service Director for
the Ford fired operations 6/85. I assumed total.
responsibility for all administrative and
management functions of the parts, service and
body shop. Promoted to Sales Manager 11/87 at
which time my specific duty was the acquisition
and organization of a new franchise for the Acura
automobile. Over the next 4 months I organized
the development of all departments in the new
dealership - sales, parts, service etc . In 2/88
we opened the new dealership for which A was the
General Manager . I managed the Acura dealership
for a period of 3 1/2 years. I then left 6/92 on
my own accord to pursue my, own business venture.
5/75 thru 1/85: Throughout this period I was a
copilot for Mercy Flights in Medford Ore. I had
flown several hundred hours carrying patients and
also completed my Multi Engine Instrument Rating .
My continuing and increasing responsibility at
Butler Ford restricted my ability to offer Mercy
PAGE 3
Flights the 4::ind of dedication necessary to be jn
-all fr-r emergency flights 24 hours a day. I opted
to cut dawn my . involvement and sc,_n quit flying
al together .
PAGE 4
REFERENCES:
FINANCIAL: Val Bubb, CPA
825 E. Jackson
Medford, OR 97504
779-5011
Bob Diller
ist Interstate Trust Department
1020 E. McAndrews
P. O. Box 1067
Medford, OF 97501
776-5605
Bud Barnum
Shearson Lehman Inc .
680 Biddle Road
Medford, OR 97501
779-5010
TECHNICAL: Chuck Butler
Pres. Butler Ford/Acura
1977 Hwy. 99 N.
Ashland, OR 97520
482-2521
Alan Deboer
Pres. Town & Country Chevrolet
Airport Chevrolet
Southern Oregon Subaru/Mitsubishi
2045 Hwy. 99 N.
Ashland, OR 97520
482-2411
Vic Lively
Lively Realestate
250 E. Main
Ashland, OR 97520
482-0326
Dick: Hayes
Pacific West Insurance
400 W. Hersey
Ashland, OR 97520
482-1311
Dom Provost
Prevost Development Co.
4224 Hwy. 66
Ashland, OR 97520
488-0525/482-0986
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Tom Hamlin
Hamlin Motor Cc..
3279 Riddle Rd.
Medford, OR 97501
772-8516
John Skinner
Pres. Skinner Buick:/Cadillac /VW/Audi.
2177 S. Pacific Hwy.
Medford, OR 97501
77'2-6'264
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ACUR A Butler Acura
October 18 , 1992 \shl:uul. Orcpm 97524;
(503) 482-1489 -
To : City of Ashland
Airport Commission
Subject: Robert A. Skinner
Gentlemen :
Please accept this as a letter of recommendation of Robert A.
Skinner as the Fixed Base Operator for the Ashland Airport .
Mr . Skinner began his employment with Butler Ford on
June 15, 1983 as a Body Repair Technician . He demonstrated
outstanding abilities as a Technician and soon showed an interest
in helping to manage the area around him. In April , 1984 , Mr .
Skinner was promoted to Body Shop Manager and was responsible for
supervising 3 Body Repair Technicians and 2 Painters . He showed a
great aptitude for organization and management and did an
outstanding job of running our Body Shop.
On June 1, 1985 , Mr. Skinner was promoted to Director of Service
where he became responsible for the Body Shop, Parts Department
and Service Department of the Ford Dealership. His abilities in
organization and personnel management helped to create a well run
and Award winning Service operation. In his capacity as Director
of Service Mr . Skinner supervised over 30 Technicians and support
personnel and expanded and increased business on a continual
basis .
In early 1988, Butler Acura was created in a separate corporation
and Mr. Skinner was chosen to head up this new venture as General
Manager. He had earned the opportunity as a result of his
outstanding record with the Ford Dealership. Mr. Skinner worked
tirelessly to start this new venture from scratch . It was, a very
difficult task in that the Acura Automobile was a new product
with no reputation or owner body. Mr. Skinner again did an
outstanding job of organization and business management.
Mr . Skinner has all the experience and management ability to
manage the Ashland Airport in a professional and profitable
manner. He will represent the City of Ashland in a high quality
manner and customer satisfaction will always be formost in his
mind. He has extensive aviation experience and that coupled with
his experience. in dealing with people in the automobile business
will bring a unique formula for success to the Ashland Airport
operation.
Sincerely,
Charles L. Butler Jr.
Butler Ford/Acura
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THE P TOWN & COUNTRY
CHEVROLET OLDSMOBILE, INC.
iOrASHLAND 2045 HIGHWAY 99 NORTH
'PO. BOX 249
ASHLAND, OREGON 97520
r 503/482-2411
6
R September 15, 1992
3
Re: Bob Skinner
Airport Application, Ashland
To Whom It May Concern:
1 would strongly support Bob Skinner to be the operator of Ashland
Airport. I have known Bob for a long time and believe his business
expertise, personal beliefs, and good personality would make him a great
choice by the City. He is very experienced in maintenance, sales, and
office procedures.
I believe his background would allow him to improve our airport to a
well rounded facility that would help draw business and visitors to our
great City.
Sincerely yours,
Alan DeBoer
AD:bb
r
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250 EAST MAIN ST.
ASHLAND, OREGON 97520
(503) 482-0326
REAL ESTATE 82-1118 (FAX)
October 21, 1992
Refer: Bob Skinner
2948 Hillcrest
Medford, Oregon 97504
To Whom it may Concern;
I have known Bob Skinner for a long time and have always
found him to be very honest and truthful in all of our
dealings. He is a long time member of our Rogue Valley
community and has worked with the public in a very positive
way through out his working relationships. He is a family
man and I am very pleased to write this letter of support for
him. If there are any questions please feel free to contact
me.
Sincerely,
Vic Lively
Q1 Oregon,N.A.
Personal Trust and
Financial Services PAGE 9
f /rs't P.O. Box 1067
Medford,OR 97501-0077
01riterstate 503 776-5607
Bank
Northwest Region
March 2 , 1992
City of Ashland
Ashland, Oregon
Re: Robert A. Skinner Estate 392093
As Bob Skinner' s Administrative Officer with
First Interstate Bank Trust Department, I have
been asked by Bob to write this letter. Its '
purpose is to verify Bobs financial ability to
buy into Ashland Air and have the backing to
establish a more complete and profitable
business.
Although I cannot know what it will take dollar
wise to do this, I can state that Bob has the
financial basis in his trust alone, excluding
any other personal equity he may have, to
capitalize the business with the initial
$50, 000 he has stated and cover any expansion
he deems necessary as the business grows.
Sincerely,
Robert D. Diller
Trust Officer
RDD: cl
Mom rFDIC
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BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY
To operate an aviation orientated business in Ashland.
Providing the necessary services to fulfil the publics needs. To
operate a business. with honesty and integrity in representation
of the City of Ashland. To be successful in order to grew and
expand with the continued growth of Ashland and the Roque Valley.
BUSINESS PLAN
I . Establish Maintenance Facility
A) Type of repair capability
1 . ) Annual inspections
2. ) Major and minor airframe repair
3. ) Major and minor engine repair and replacement
4. ) Avionics installation
5. ) Major aircraft rebuilding and renovation
B) Establish parts department
1 . ) Refer to Appendix C for listing on initial parts
inventory
C) Equip . shop
1 . ) Refer to Appendix D for listing of initial shop
equipment
D) Reference manuals and microfiche
1 . ) Manuals and microfic=he will be purchased for all major
single engine aircraft (Beech, Cessna, Mooney, Piper .) .
Additional manuals will be purchased for any
additional single or twin applications necessary.
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E? Merchandising
1 . ) A monthly advertising budget will be established
utilizing local periodicals, newspapers and western
states aviation periodicals.
2. ) Promotional activities will be scheduled throughout
the year to create local public interest (.Ex: Open
House, Air Fair , Fly Ins, etc . )
II . Flight Operations
A) Type of flight operations
1 . ) Airc=raft rental utilizing Cessna 150, 172, 182, a
twin engine aircraft (type yet to be determined) .
2. ) Flight instruction for private, instrument ,
commercial , and multi-engine will be available.
3. ) Private, instrument , and commercial ground school will
be offered on premises.
4. ) Aircraft charter ( 135 certificate) will be available
utilizing Cessna 182 and a twin engine aircraft .
5. ) Contracts will be pursued through various agencies
(Ex: Forest Service, Courier Service, etc . ) .
E. ) Scenir_ . flight for local area to be offered
7. ) Future goals to include helicopter , acrobatic and
seaplane training and .rental .
III . Rental Czar Operations
A. Set up and operate a rental car fleet utilizing 3 to 5
g=ars in the beginning and to expand as the demand deems
nec=essary.
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IV. Business Operations
A. Organize all ac=counting systems creating accurate
financial information including a financial statement can
a monthly basis.
B. Computerize all accounting allowing for monthly billing
statements and necessary . financial reports.
C. The proposer will establish a corporation if the proposal
is acceptable to the city.
-V. Personnel
A. Initial operation to include 1 mec=hanic , 1 chief pilot ,
flight instructors.
B. Ground operations will include 2 employees to cover -fuel
dispersement , answer phones, assist in shop, man the
unicom, assist customers through out the hours of
operation.
Win.
VI . Construction and Renovation (Proposed)
A. Equip maintenance hangar with heat and insulation in
order to create a suitable working environment through-
out the year . Proposer feels a capital improvement of
this nature should be the responsibility of the lessor .
Lessee would consider options. Ex: Lessee to fund the
heat and insulation improvements in lieu of lease
subsidies amortized for a term agreeable to bath
parties. Estimated cost is approximately $8, 000.
B. Remodel original building, removing older rest rooms to
allow for an office and a suitable pilots lounge and
briefing roam. Estimated cast at $2, 500.
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NET WORTH STATEMENT
The net worth statement (RE: Appendir, Ai of proposers
financial condition is regarded as private information. The
proposer requests that this information be limited to the review
of only the persons necessary in the decision making context of
this proposal .
Sincerely,
a
Robert A. Skinner
Proposer
CHIEF PILOT AND CHARTER, PILOT PAGE 14
Peter A. Wolford
Peter would be employed as chief pilot and primary charter
pilot . It is understood that Peter is submitting a separate
proposal fop the lease of the Ashland Airport . Peter has
indicated to me his primary objective is to work at the airport
and is more than willing to come into my employment if I prevail
in the lease selection process. Peter has very broad experience
in the areas necessary to fulfil the requirements of the position
noted. Experience is as follows:
-ATP, Commercial pilot airplane SEL/MEL; instrument
-holds current class I medical certificate, no limitations
-6000 hours total time, 4500 multi engine, 2500 single engine,
350 turbo prep
Peter 's primary responsibility would be to set up and acquire .
135 c=ertificate for the business and insure compliance with all
requirements. To start up and promote all charter operations and
government contracts. Peter ' s past experience and professional
approach will be an asset to the FBO.
Refer to Appendix E for resume.
FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR AND CHARTER PILOT PAGE 15
Robert Kocak, Jr .
Robert would be employed full time as a flight instructor and
charter pilot . Robert currently is employed at Logan &< Revis Air
Inc . , along with running his own business, Eagle Aviation. He is
currently certified as follows:
-commercial pilot airplane SEL/MEL; instrument
-ATP written completed and check ride to be taken within next 00
days
-holds current class/medical certific=ate with no limitations
-2050 hours total time, 700 multi engine, 1027 cross country,
1350 single engine
Robert has been very aggressive in his flight instruction in
the past year logging 800 hours of instruction, 27 of his
students took their :heck rides with only 3 failing the _1st time.
Robert will be a great asset in the start-up and operation of
the flight training program at the Ashland Airport .
Reference Appendix F for resume
MAINTENANCE PAGE 1E
Con Singley, A&P, IA
Con is currently employed by Logan & Revis Air Inc . in
Medford and has worked there for the past 22 years. Con is a
licensed A&P mechanic and holds his Inspection Authorization. Con
has experience in all . phases of general aviation repair and
maintenance including:
-major airframe and powerplant repair
-overhaul and maintenance including larger turbine engine
aircraft (Ex. Beech king Air , Cheyenne etc . ) and previous
helicopter experience in the military.
Can' s principal position would be to operate and manage the
maintenance operation. Con' s vast experience in all phases of the
Aircraft Maintenance operations will provide the FBO and the city
with a top notch facility for most all areas of Aircraft
Maintenance. He will be a key asset to the aver-all operation of
the Ashland Airport FBO.
Con Singley
1601 Brookdale Ave.
Medford, OR 97504
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772-9272
FEE COLLECTIONS PAGE 17
A) All fee collections will be collected as follows:
1 . ) Hangar fees will be billed on a monthly basis and
payment to the city will be made on the 10th of the
month following the month fees are due.
2. ) Tie down fees will be billed on a monthly basis and
payment to the city will be made on the 10th of the
month following the month fees are due.
3. ) Transient tie dawn fees will be collected at the time
of arrival or when the FBO opens the fallowing
morning. All aircraft will be tagged to notify owners
on late arrivals. Payment to the city will be on the
10th of the month following month of collection.
HOURS OF OPERATION
A) FPO: 8 am to 5 pm 7 days a week:
B) Maintenance: 8 am to s pm Monday through Friday
C) Fuel Sales: 8 am to 5 pm 7 days a week:.
Seasonal adjustments will be made to offer servic=es
throughout the majority of daylight hours.
FINANCIAL FORECAST PAGE 18
All figures are based on monthly averages from annual totals.
The business volume fluctuates dependant on seasonal activity. I
am utilizing very conservative figures based on an average after
12 months of continuous operation. Please note the majority of
expense structure is directly proportional to sales in that
category.. Fuel sales are based on past performance in which I
feel is a very low number compared to the potential . Maintenance
and parts sales are based on one mechanics production. My goal is
to employ a second .mechanic within the first 12 months of
operation.
Various ether profit centers are being researched and my goal
is to have in operation within the first 12 months, avionic sales
and installation, flight contracts, aircraft sales, expanded
charter operations, aircraft refurbishing and rebuilding (winter
projects) .
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OPERATING EXPENSES: MONTHLY AVERAGE
Administrative salaries $2, 500
Accounting 75
Advertising and promotion 500
Auto and truck expense (Co. and rental ) 250
Dues and subscriptions 25
Insurance - General liability 240
Insurance - Aircraft 930
Insurance - Workman' s comp. 450
Legal 100
Licenses 20
Office Expense � 150
Rent 1 , 000
Repairs and maintenance 250
Supplies - General 100
Taxes - Payroll 350
Telephone 250
Utilities 300
TOTAL $8, 030
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COST OF SALES: MONTHLY AVERAGE
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Fuel (5000 x 1 . 45) $7, 250
Oil ( 120 x 1 . 50) 180
Flight materials and pilot supplies 600
Aircraft parts 1 , 400
Payroll - Mechanical 2, 400
Payroll - Chief Pilot (Base) 1 , 200
Payroll � Line techs (2) 1 , 600
Payroll Tax (ss and unemp^ ) 362
Workman ' s Comp. 463
Payment to City - Hangars 1 , 612
Payment to City - Tiedcwns 360
Lease Back payments - 172 647
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340 1 , 484
Flight and ground training 350
Fuel flowage to City (5000 x . 05) 250
Shop supplies 200
Taxes excise fuel 50
Maintenance and fuel - Company aircraft 1 , 642
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TOTAL COST OF SALES $22,650
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSE 8p090
TOTAL EXPENSE $30,740
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REVENUE: MONTHLY AVERAGE
Sales - Fuel (5000 x 1 . 95) $ 9, 750
Sales - Oil 240
Sales - Flight materials and pilot supplies 1 , 000
Sales - Aircraft parts 2, 000
Sales - Rental cars 1 , 850
Sales - Repair and maintenance 6, 080
Sales - Hangar rent ( 10 @ 100, 10 @ 115 ) 2, 150
Sales - Monthly Tiedown (20 @ 24) 480
Sales - Aircraft rental - 150 (50 x 3B) 1 , 900
172 (20 x 58) 1 , 160
182 (20 x 90) 1 , 800
Sales - Charter (8 x 300) 2, 400
Sales - Flight and ground training (20 x 20) 400
Income insurance payment from leaseback aircraft 535
TOTAL $31 , 770
TOTAL REVENUE $31 , 770
TOTAL EXPENSE 30, 740
TOTAL INCOME BEFORE TAX $ 1 ,040
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ANNUAL GROSS FORECAST
MAINTENANCE:
Annual Gross Sales Labor $ 72, 960
Annual Cost of Sales Labor 28, 800
SALES GROSS-MAINTENANCE $44, 160
FUEL:
Fuel Sales (60, 000 x 1 . 95) $117, 000
Cost of Sales (60, 000 x 1 . 50) 90, 000
SALES GROSS-FUEL 27,000
AIRCRAFT RENTAL:
Sales 150 (600 x 38) $ 22, 800
172 (240 x 58) 13, 920
182 (240 x 90) 21 , 600
GROSS SALES-ACRENTAL 58, 320
COST OF SALES:
Fuel $ 17, 316
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Lease Back ( 172) 7, 764
Maintenance 39900
Insurance 4, 550
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NET EXPENSE <33, 530>
TOTAL SALES GROSS-AC RENTAL $24, 790
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PARTS:
Gross Sales � 24, 000
Cost of Sales 16, 90O
SALES GROSS-PARTS $ 7, 200
CHARTER:
Gross Sales (96 X 300) $ 2R, 800
Cpst of Sales
Lease Back 20, 73F,
pil"t 2, 40C
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Tctal C 23 cst �f Sales , 1
SALES GROSS-CHARTER $ 5,664
RENTAL CARS-.
Gross Sales $ 22, 500
Cost of Sales
' 400
Maintenance 2, 400
Insurance 3, 000
Tctal Cost of Sales 5, 400
SALES GROSS-RENTAL CARS 17' 100
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FLIGHT MATERIALS & PILOT SUPPLIES
$ 12, 00�>
17=1st _it Sal. es 7, 200
SALES GROSS-MAT. & SUPPLYS $ 4,800
TOTAL ANNUAL SALES GROSS-ALL DEPARTMENTS $130, 6�4
ANNUAL GROSS SALES - RATIONALE PAGE 25
MAINTENANCE: Gress sales figures are based on 160 hours of
production (billable time) per month at the projected shop labor
rate of $38. 00 per hour . Cost of sales is the mechanics salary of
$15. 00 per hour . A second technic= ian would increase profitability
based on $40, 000. 00 plus dollars per year in sales grass per
tec=hnician.
FUEL: Gross fuel sales are based on an annual average of 5000
gallons per month. This figure is a conservative figure based can
the last 5 years of fuel sales (87 thru 91 ) which averaged 4356
gallons per month. The potential fuel sales could average 7000
per month if the FRO maintains competitive pricing and with the
addition of .jet Biel .
AIRCRAFT RENTAL: Gress sales are based on the following
projected figures; Cessna 150, 600 hours per year at $38. 00 per
hour , Cessna 172, 240 hours per year at $58. 00 per hour , Cessna
182, 240 hours per year at $90. 00 per hour . These figures are
realistic for the aggressive flight training program the FPO
intends to offer .
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PARTS: Gross sales figures are based on a figure of $. 33 parts
sales to every dollar of labor sales. The potential for growth is
dependant on the F8O' s ability to be competitive with the local
^ part supply sources. This may cut profit margins but the volume
should increase with this philosophy.
CHARTER: Gross sales figures are based on 8 hours per month
average at 300 pet hour . These figures would he based on
utilization of a Cessna 340. This type of service has unlimited
potential . Goals in this area would be to establish some good
corporate and contract accounts.
RENTAL CARS: Gross sales figures are based on utilizing 5 cars
with 50% utilization per month at $25. 00 per day. Ashland' s
tourist industry requires a great demand for rental cars. With
only one source currently available only on weekdays, the
potential for another source to profit is good.
FLIGHT MATERIALS AND PILOT SUPPLIES: Gross sales are estimated
at $1000. 00 per month average. This is a product that will
increase as the rental and flight training increase.
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FINANCIAL CASH SITUATION
The initial capitalization of the business will be with
$5, 000. 00. The balance of the money necessary for start up and
operation will be a loan to the corporation from myself.
Repayment schedule to be deferred for 1 year to allow for initial
lasses that may be incurred in the beginning stages of the
operation.
Purchase Cessna 150 $12, 000
Purc=hase necessary shop equipment
not already owned by mechanic .
and owner 5, 200
Purchase initial parts inventory 4, 300
Purc=hase necessary shop manuals
and microfitch equipment 2, 200
Purchase initial fuel and oil
inventory 15, 000
Purchase necessary office equipment
including business forms, phones,
furniture, etc . 3, 000
Purchase 3 rental cars average
cost of $2, 500 7, 500
Corporate and legal fees 1 , 000
General fees and licenses 500
Operating capital 10, 000
TOTAL INITIAL CAPITALIZATION $60,700
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The proposed lease has been reviewed and is in genera]
acceptance ether than the following areas.
1 . ? DESi_RIPTION OF LEASED PREMISES: In addition to the
description noted in the proposed lease the lessee requires ten
designated parking places in the parking lot for utilization of
rental cars and company vehicle parking .
2. ? TERM: The lease would start effective February 1 , 1993, for a
germ of 5 years. The lease shall contain an extension clause that
allows a 5 year extension if the lessee operates within the guide .
lines pre set in the lease. Discussions as far as terms' and
conditions need to be more precisely stated and not open ended.
3. ) The following sums and amounts are proposed:
RENT: The rent is proposed at $1 , 000. 00 per month, paid
monthly in advance on the 1st day of the month.
FUEL FLOWAGE FEE: A flowage fee of $ . 05 per gallon is
proposed to be paid on the 10th of the month following the month
in which the fuel was used or sold.
FREIGHT HANDLERS FEE: The freight handlers fee to be
administered by the lessee. It is proposed to pay the city 75% of
collected fee' s on the 10th of the month following the month
collected.
TIEDOWN FEES: The monthly tiedown fees to be administered by
the lessee. It is proposed to pay the city 75% of collected
tiedown fees both monthly and transient on the 10th of the month
following the month fee is collected.
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HANGAR RENTALS: The monthly hangar rental fees to be
administered by the lessee. It is proposed to pay the city 75% of
hangar rental fees on the 10th of the following month that hangar
fees are due. It is understood that the lessee has the ability to
charge late or delinquency fees for delinquent payments and with
city' s permission, take further action for accounts over 60 days
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past due. The lessee should have the option of renting a portion
of the maintenance hanger on a month by month basis if the
m1aintenance facility does not require the entire structure in the
early stages of operation. Ex : A single mechanic does not require
6000 square feet of hangar space to operate efficiently.
Considerations are being made to insulate and heat the
maintenance hangar throughout the winter months and a partition
would he dropped in the center to allow for more efficient energy
savings on heat and comfortable working conditions throughout the
cold winter months. The unused space should be available to the
lessee to utilize at their discretion.
GROSS RECEIPTSi The revenue from shop activities should not
be subject to a surcharge above $250, 000 in gross receipts. The
potential of sel.ling some large ticket items is feasible (Ex:
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Reman engines) and could exceed that gr"ss sale figure yet not
net a high profit margin to the maintenance facility.
UTILITIES: The lessee does not feel responsible for expenses
to collect solid waste as in septic pumping. The lessee [eels the
septic system on the leased premises should be in good working
order and not the responsibility of the lessee.
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR: Lessee feels in addition to the items
noted as the city' s responsibility, the heating and air
conditioning equipment should be maintained by the city.
INDEMNIFICATION: Lessee will not take responsibility for
hazardous waste claims on existing circumstances, conformance to
state and federal regulations for fuel storage facilities,
underground storage tanks, required leak detection systems,
removal and cleanup of storage tanks or any other requirements
necessary to comply with federal or state requirements on
existing property or equipment .
DESIGNATION OF ESSENTIAL EMPLOYEES; ASSIGNMENT: Lessee feels
that essential employees have no affect on the status of the
lease. The city is granting the lease to the proposer and shall
not regulate his ability to operate the business in the best
interests of the corporation. Lessee shall have the ability to
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hire and fire employees as he sees necessary and the city shall
consider their choice of the lessee is going to include proper
judgement as to his ability to make these decisions
INSURANCE: Reference to Appendix R for proposed Insurance
coverages.
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This proposal is designed to allow the prcposer to operate
the business in a manner which would allow f"r a successful
business and alsc maintaining some security of the proposers
investment . The proposer may consider some negotiation if the
city finds this proposal unacceptable.
As the acting airport manager , the proposer assumes the
responsibility for all commercial activity at the airport and
submits this proposal for the lease of the F8O as stated in the
RFP'
Sincerely,
Robert A. Skinner
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g',:p C; AYY�NLIX t3
SKINNER AVIATION
Ashland, Oregon
October 1992
PHOENIX PROPOSED COVERAGES
FLEET POLICY
Aircraft Liability: $1, 000, 000 CSL
$100, 000/Passenger
Hull - All Risk: Stated Values
Deductibles: $100/$1, 000
Non-owned Liability: . $1, 000, 000 CSL
$100, 000/Passenger
Non-owned Hull : $50, 000/occurrence
$1, 000 Deductible
Student/Renter Liability: $100, 000/occurrence
Including Passengers
Aircraft Medical: $1, 000/person
$6, 000/occurrence
AIRPORT POLICY
Premises Liability: $1, 000, 000 CSL
Premises Medical: $1, 000/person
$5, 000/occurrence
Products/Completed Ops: $500, 000 CSL
Hangarkeepers' Liability: * $100, 000/aircraft
$1000 Deductible $500,000/loss
*Alternate Hangarkeepers: $100, 000/aircraft
$300, 000/loss
APPENDIX B
SKINNER AVIATION
Premium Recap
I. FLEET COVERAGE
A. Aircraft
ANNUAL
AIRCRAFT VALUE PREMIUM
Cessna 150 $ 10, 000 $ 1, 400
Cessna 172 18, 000 2, 350
Cessna 182 45, 000 3, 350
Cessna 340 90, 000 4 , 050
$ 11, 150
B. Add'1 Coverages
Non-owned liability $ 250
Non-owned hull liab 625
Aircraft medical Incl .
Student/renter liab Incl.
TOTAL $ 12 , 025
II. AIRPORT COVERAGE
*ALTERNATE
A. Premises Liability $ 700 $ 700
B. Premises Medical Incl. Incl .
C. Products Liability 950 950
D. Hangarkeepers liability 2 , 000 1, 250
TOTAL $ 3, 650 $ 2 , 900
III. RE-CAP
A. Fleet coverage $ 12, 025 $ 12, 050
B. Airport coverage 1 3 , 650 2 ,900
GRAND TOTAL $ 15, 675 $ 14 ,950
INITIAL PARTS INVENTORY
Appendix C
SPARK. PLUGS
1-Box.; REM-40E
1-D x REM-38E
I-Box RHD-32E
1-Box: RHM-38E
OIL FILTERS
CH-40108
CH-48109
C:H-48110
BRAKE LININGS
to 66-105
10 66-106
10 66-109
GASKETS
10 AN900-8
10 AN900-10
10 AN900-11
10 AN900-12
10 AN900-13
10 AN900-14
10 AN900-15
10 AN900-16
10 AN900-17
10 AN900-18
lip AN900-20
10 AN900-24
10 AN900-28
TIRES/TUBES
1 5. 00-5 TIRE
1 5. 00-5 TUBE
1 6. 00-6 TIRE
1 6. 00-6 TUBE
LAMPS
4509 LAMP
1 4522 LANDING
10 1777 12V TAIL NAV. LITE
5 1512 NAV. LITE
5 1524 NAV. LITE
HARDWARE/CLAMPS
1 AN BOLTPACK
1 AN NUTPACK
1 AN WASHEF:F'ACk::
1 AN SCPEWPACk::
10 MS21919-DG2 THRU DG14 ADEL CLAMPS
5 AN918-2D NUTS
5 AN818-3D NUTS
5 AN818-4D NUTS
5 AN818-51) NUTS
5 AN818-6D NUTS
5 MS20819-2D SLEEVES
5 MS20819-3D SLEEVES
5 MS20819-4D SLEEVES
- 5 MS20819-51) SLEEVES
5 MS20819-6D SLEEVES
1 PARKER O-RING K.IT
10 AN901-54 SCHRADER VALVE WASHERS
5 CCA-1419 DRAIN VALVE SEALS
5 CCA-1319 DRAIN VALVE SEALS
5 CCA-1369 DRAIN VALVE SEALS
5 CC:A-1269 DRAIN VALVE SEALS
lift 2 ' #8 SCAT DUCTING
lift 2. 5" #10 SCAT DUCTING
lift 3" #12 SCAT DUCTING
10ft MIL-H-6000-1 /4"
10ft MIL-H-6000-5/16"
10ft MIL-H-6000-3/8"
MAGNETO PARTS
BENDIX
1 BENDIX MASTER SERVICE MANUAL
1 10-357173 BREAKER POINTS
1 10-357174 BREAKER POINTS
1 10-51676 CAPACITOR
1 10-382584 BREAKER POINTS
1 10-382595 BREAKER POINTS
SL 10[-.:
1 SLICK MASTER.. SERVICE MANUAL
1 M0998 CONTACT POINT KIT
1 M3064 CAPACITOR..
1 M3081 BREAKER POINTS
1 M3637 BREAKER POINTS
CONTINENTAL PARTS
10 534857 VALVE COVER GSKTS
10 631544 EXH FLANGE GSKTS
6 628260 EXH FLANGE GSKTS
10 536413 INTAKE FLANGE GSKTS
CONTINENTAL PARTS (cont )
lip 535933 OIL SCREEN FELT GSKTS
20 534614 PUSHROD HOUSING PACKING
6 639660-13 INTAKE MFLD HOSE
1 539547-32. 1' ALT DRIVE FELT
1 539547-32. 00 ALT/GEN DRIVE PELT
1 539547-30. 00 GEN DERIVE BELT
10 534751 MAG GSKTS
LYCOMING FARTS
to 75906 VALVE COVER GSKTS
10 67193 VALVE COVET: GSKTS
10 71973 INTAKE FLANGE GSKTS
-10 75118 EXH FLANGE GSKTS
10 77611 EXH FLANGE GSKTS
20 70310 SHROUD TUBE SEALS
20 LW-18661 SHROUD TUBE SEALS
10 61173 OIL SCREEN HSNG GSKTS
10 52224 MAG GSKTS
10 LW-12681 MAG GSKTS
4 69603 INTAKE COUPLING HOSE (360)
4 STD-1196 INTAKE COUPLING HOSE (320)
MISC SUPPLYS
1 CASE 15W-50 OIL
1 CASE 40W OIL
1 CASE 50W OIL
1 5ga1 DRUM 5606 HYD OIL
1 55ga1 DRUM SOLVENT
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SHOP EQUIPMENT
Appendix D
MEYER JACK SET
BATTERY CHARGER BOOSTER
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02 & ACETYLENE BOTTLES WITH REGULATORS
SPARK PLUG CLEANER TESTER
SPARK PLUG VIBRATOR Model #2600A
BENCH GRINDER
MICROFICHE READER ( incl subscription to all necessary
microfiches)
ATS SHEFTMETAL KIT (Rivet gun, clecc' s etc )
EGT TESTER/CALIBRATOR
CUT TESTER/CALIBRATOR
NITROGEN BOTTLE W/rRESSURE GAUGE
DRILL PRESS
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APPENDIX E
PETER A. WOLFORD
815 Tyler Cheek Rd.
Ashland, Or. 97520
(503) 482-7122
RESUME,
PERSONAL Born: November 14, 1951
DATA Married, one son
EDUCATION College--Lewis & Clark, Portland, Orcron. B.A., with Honors, A- grade average, 1975. Overseas
siadics in Tokyo, Japan and Medellin, Colombia. S.A.. in Lewis & Clark Forcign Studics Program.
High School--The Thacher School. Ujai, California.
LANGUAGES Spanish - Oral and written.
Japanese - Oral (Fluent at time of studies in Japan) and stone written.
EXPERIENCE Presently - Operating White Cloud Soaring. Giving glider rides in the Ashland area.
1982 President and founder of Paragon Air, Inc., an air charter business operating in Hawaii under FAA
to Part 135 Certification.. Operations include governmental, medical emergency and passenger
September charters. Developed this busincss from start-up in 1982 to approximately $170,000 gross in
1991 calendar year 1988, with an excellent reputation for competence, and quality of service.
Management experience includes familiarity with: public relations; computerized financial
reporting; compliance with state and federal business tax requirements; corporate filing
requirements for small business; advertising and promotion on a small business level; negotiation of
charter arrangements with governmental agencies and private businesses; and experience with FAA
procedures nn certifiraiion, inspection and maintenance requirements.
Current Multi-Engine ATP Pilot wilt over 5,000 hours.
1977 Manager for family investment interests in Hawaii, and concurrently established my own aircraft
to rental business. Also. managed Maui Flight Center (fuel sales and aircraft rental and training).
1985
1975 Disneyland, Anaheim - Consulting basis: Preparation and coordination of presentations
to demonstrating the cultural matrixes of various South American and Asian countries. And,
1977 marketing possibilities with these programs and associated parades.
OTHER Exploration. Two trips to the headwaters of the Amazon River and crossed the Choco Jungle
INTEREST following die Rio Atrato in Colombia. Climbed 19,000' Mi. Cotopaxi in Ecuador and Mt. Fuji in
Japan. Athletic. Horseback (Gymkhana Champion So. Ca. 1975). Sailing and marine navigation
;K-43). Licensed Divc Instructor. Educational. Teaching, Outdoor School, Or., 2 years.
Intcrvicw:n,n- for Lewis & Clark Overseas Dept., 2 years. Administrative, Waldorf School, Ashland,
Oregon.
APPENDIX E
REFERENCES
Milton Howell
4091 223`' Place S.E.
Issaquah, Wa. 98027
(206) 329-7649
Dr. Howell ran The Hana Medical Center, I flew patients for him for about eight
years. He knows me and my skills perhaps better than anyone.
Lou Guirado-President, San Francisco French Bread Co.
7801 Edgewater Dr.
Oakland, Ca. 94621
Liebert Langraf-President Keoloha Hana Maui Inc.
Keoloha Hana Maui, Inc.
Hana, Hi. 96713
(808) 248-7233
I flew Liebert and his clients and guests (at The Hotel Hana Maui) for many years. I
also flew their Board of Directors and investors, this included both the first and fourth richest
men in the world.
Harold Hardcastle-Owner, The Bakery-Lahaina and Kona
991 Limahana Place
Lahaina, Hi.
(808) 667-9062
I have known and flown Harold for the past fifteen years.
Shep Gordon-President, Alive Enterprises
Alive Enterprises
8271 Melrose Ave.
W.L.A., Ca. 90046
(213) 852-1100
George and Susie Swindells
1225 Acacia Drive South
Salem, Or. 97302
(503) 364-1225
Torn Cantwell
957 Harmony Lane, Administrator for The Waldorf School in Ashland
Ashland, OR 97520
(503) 488-3535
CURRENT ADDRESS TELEPHONE CONTACTS
2056 Sandra Place (503-779-2871)
Medford, OR 97504
OBJECTIVE: Career Pilot
FLIGHT RATINGS: Commercial Pilot: Airplane SEL/MEL; Instrument
Flight Instructor: Airplane SEL/MEL; Instrument
Medical Certificate: FAA Class 1, no limitations
ATF Written
FLIGHT TIMES:
Total Time_2Q5Q Multi Engine 700 Instrument 125
Cross Country 1027 Single Engine 1350 Night 120
WORK HISTORY:
Aug 91 - Present Logan & Reavis Inc., Medford, OR: CFII,Part 135,
U.S. Forest Service,Oregon Dept. of Forestry
Jul 91 - Present Eagle Aviation, Medford,OR: Multi Engine Instruction
Jul 91 - Aug 91 Ashland Air Inc., Ashland,OR: CFI,MEI
Oct 88 - Aug 91 Owner Equity Loans &Investments,Phoenix,AZ: Mortgages
EDUCATION;
College: Mesa C.C,Scottsdale C.C., Arizona
Attended 2 years
High School: Saguaro High School, Scottsdale, Arizona
Graduated 1971
Other: Arizona Flight School,Prescott, Arizona
Aero Mech Aviation,Scottsdale, Arizona
Mortgage Brokers's Training,
Ford Schools Of Real Estate,Phoenix, Arizona
Chandler Flyers, Phoenix,Arizona 1978
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
D.O.B.: 10/13/53 Johnson City,N.Y.
Height: 5 feet 11 inches
Weight: 180 +/-lbs.
Marital Status: Married / Two Children 12, 7
AVAILABILITY: With Notice
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November 10, 1992
1L1Q. Airport Commission
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ram: Steven Hall, Public Works Director
1I��Pt1: FBO Proposals
The Airport Commission has requested a brief synopsis of
the six proposals received by staff. That information is
on the attached sheets as well as the full proposals from
each proposer.
The only two who met the requirements of the request for
proposals were Greg Reeser and Bob Skinner. James
Swensgard indicated he had three years as a fixed base
operator in Montana and Tennessee.
One major concern Pam and I have is the "loss" of
revenues based on the two complete proposals:
Under Scott Contract = $45, 658 income
Under Reeser Proposal = $33 , 164 income, loss = $12 , 494
Under Skinner Proposal = $36, 435 income, loss = $ 9 , 223
The only account available for a reduction is capital
outlay. That amount is set aside for improvements to the
fuel system required by the Oregon . Department of
Environmental Quality ($10, 000) and rebuilding the
remainder of the runway lights ($3 , 000) .
In any case, this will be an extremely difficult year to
figure out how to financially survive, let alone operate .
the airport. I am going to have .to review our
expenditures and see where we can cut back after the end
of November.
SMH:rm\Airp\FBOSmry.mem
cc: Brian Almquist, City Administrator
encl: Budget
RFP Summary
AIRPORT FUND
280-51
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BUDBET ESTIMATE ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED APPROVED
1991-92 . 1991-92 CODE REDUIREMENTS 1991-92 1991-92
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Materials and Serices
7,200 f 7,200 605.000 Central service charges f 8,600 f
300 250 608,100 Commissions Airport 300
1,100 0 609.000 Contracted services 1,200
2,000 2,000 617.000 Insurance 2,000
350 619.000 Licenses i Permits 400
1,000 7,000 620.000 Maintenance 8,000
100 621.000 Miscellaneous 200
200 350 636.7001-Office supplies 500
1,000 350 640.000 Travel and training 500
4,700 3,B00*_ 642.000 Utilities 3,800
----------- -----------
23,500 21,400 Total Materials and Services 25,500 0
Capital Outlay
5,900 704.000 Improvements other than building
2,000 Rebuild Runway Lighting 3,000
7,150 Fuel Storage Improvements 10,000
Operating Transfers Out
20,000 20,000 910.530 Transfer to Debt Service Fund 20,000
920.000 Contingency 4,000
--------- ----------- -----—---- --------—-
9,829 940.000 Unappropriated ending fund balan 0
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49,400 f 60,379 TOTAL REAUIREMENTS f 62,500 f 0
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AIRPORT FUND
280-51
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BUD5ET ESTIMATE ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED APPROVED
1991-92 , . 1991-92 CODE REQUIREMENTS 1991-92 1991-92
Materials and Serices
7,200 f -7,200 605.000 Central service charges f 8,600 f
300 250 608.100 Commissions Airport 300
1,100 0 609.000 Contracted services 1,200
2,000 2,000 617.000 Insurance 2,000
350 619.000 Licenses I Permits 400
7,000 .7,000 620.000 Maintenance 8,000
100 621.000 Miscellaneous 200
200 350 636.700'-Office supplies 500
1,000 350 640.000 Trivel and training 500
4,700 3,BOO 642.000 Utilities 3,800
23,500 21,400 Total Materials and Services . .25,500 0
Capital Outlay
5,900 704.000 Improvements other than building
2,000 Rebuild Runway Lighting 3,000
7,150 Fuel Storage Improvements 10,000
Operating Transfers Out
20,000 20,000 910.530 Transfer to Debt Service Fund 20,000
920.000 Contingency 4,000
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9,829 940.000 Unappropriated ending fund balan 0
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5,100 12,359 $ 12,359 405.000 Working capital carryover $ 10,000 $ $ $
--=---- `--------- ---------- ----------- ----------- ----------
Charges for Services
2,800 Fuel Fees 2,800
18,100 Hangar Rent 20,600 Closed $115, Open $100
4,500 Tiedorn Fees 5,200 Tiedown $5/night, $24/month
1,200 Green Utility Fee 900
200 Freight Fees 450
1001= Rent - Graham 135 Op'n 350
0 Rent - New.Land Leases 400
3,800 Land Lease - SOS 3,900
44,000 18,986 16,800 440.310 Rent - Airport - FDO 17,300
51,900
300 282 520 . 470.000 Interest on Investments 600
Operating Transfers In
0 0 0 492.110 Transfer from General Fund -0 0 0
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49,400 31;626 $ 60,379 - TOTAL RESOURCES $_ 62,500 $ . 0 $ 0 $
ASHLAND PARK COMMISSION
INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
FRED TAYLER MEMORIAL FOUNDATION
Indemnification and hold harmless agreement made this day of December,
1992 between the City of Ashland, acting by and through its Ashland Park
Commission ("Commission"), and the Fred Tayler Memorial Foundation ("Foundation").
RECITALS:
A. The Foundation has generously donated and intends to continue to donate
funds to the Commission for improvement of Lithia Park.
B. These funds have been instrumental in assisting the Commission
accomplish many of its goals in the improvement and beautification of Lithia Park.
C. The Commission and Foundation wish to memorialize their understanding
as to the indemnification of the Foundation by the Commission for any liability arising
from activities in Lithia Park associated with projects or improvements financed in
whole or part by the Foundation.
For and in consideration of the funds donated to the Commission by the Foundation
and for the sum of one dollar from the Foundation, the receipt and sufficiency which is
acknowledged by the Commission, Commission and Foundation agree:
1. Title. All improvements to Lithia Park funded in whole or part, in the past or in the
future, by the Foundation shall be the property of the City of Ashland, unless otherwise
agreed in writing by the parties.
2. Indemnification. Subject to the limitations imposed by the Oregon Constitution,
applicable statutes, and by the Oregon Tort Claims Act, the Commission shall defend
and indemnify, save and hold harmless, the Foundation, its board members, officers,
agents, and employees from any and all claims, actions, costs, judgments, damages
or other expenses resulting from injury to any person (including injury resulting in
death) or damage to real or tangible personal property (including loss or destruction),
caused by the negligence or other tortious acts of the Commission (including, but not
limited to, acts and omissions of the Commission's officers, employees, agents,
contractors, and subcontractors).
3. Insurance. The Commission shall, at all times during the term of this agreement,
maintain in force a comprehensive general liability policy including coverage for
contractual liability for obligations assumed under this contract, blanket contractual
liability, products and completed operations, owner's and contractor's protective
insurance and comprehensive automobile liability including owned and non-owned
automobiles. The limit under each policy shall be a minimum of $1,000,000 per
occurrence (combined single limit for bodily injury and property damage claims). The
PAGE 1—AGREEMENT (p:parks\tayler.K)
Foundation, its board of directors, officers, employees and agents shall be named as
additional insureds.
FRED TAYLER MEMORIAL FOUNDATION ASHLAND PARK COMMISSION
By By
Its Chair
By CITY OF ASHLAND
Its
BY
Mayor Cathy Golden
BY
Nan Franklin, City Recorder
PAGE 2—AGREEMENT wparks\tayler.K)
Document(s) Submitted at the
12/01/1992
City Council Meeting
Betsy and Norman Giese
111 Nursery Street
Ashland, OR 97520
29 November 1992
The44ayor and City Council
City of Ashland
City Hall
Ashland, OR 97520
Dear Mayor and City Council.
We are unable to attend the City Council Meeting scheduled for
1 December 1992 .
We would like to take this opportunity to endorse the proposal put
forward by the Parks and Recreation Department for the funding of
Open Space in the City of Ashland.
We wish to add our voices to those requesting that the Parks and
Recreation Department proposal be put on the ballot for the up-
coming elections.
Respectfully,
BETSY S. GIESE
NORMAN';)�&SE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that tY 2m- hla d City Council will hold a
public hearing on Tuesday, De mber 1, 1992, at 7:30 P.M. in the
Council Chambers, 1175 E. Main Street, regarding the following:
1. P.A. 92-121, zone change and Comprehensive Plan map change
from R-2 (Multi-Family Residential) to C-1 (Commercial) for
property located at 150 North Pioneer St. Assessor's Map
No. 09BA T.L. 11800 (Applicants: Stan Potocki and Bruce E.
McLean)
2. P.A. 92-109, request for modification of Chapter 18.96,
(Off-Street Parking) of the Ashland Land-Use Ordinance, to
require that 50% of all required bicycle parking be covered
and protected from the weather. (Applicant: City of
Ashland)
All interested persons are hereby called upon to express their
views at the public hearing. Written -comments will also be
received until Wednesday, November 25 at 5:00 P.M. at the office
of the City Administrator, City Hall, 20 E. Main Street.
Nan E. Franklin
City Recorder
PUBLISH: Daily Tidings
November 20, 1992