City e-News
August 24, 2025—Issue No. 4
NOTICE: All City offices will be closed on September 1 in observance of Labor Day.
City Council will not meet the first week in September due to the holiday.
| | | | East Main Community Park Phase I Set to Begin in 2026 | Phase I of East Main Park is scheduled to begin in 2026. Planned features include walking trails, a dog park, a pump track, restrooms, parking and pedestrian access. | |
The National Weather Service Forecasts Excessive Heat through Monday, August 25
Hot weather is here through August 25, 8 p.m. Ashland temperatures are expected to top 95°F. Cooling centers and resources are available to help beat the heat.
| | | As of August 12, fire danger in the City of Ashland and surrounding areas is classified as EXTREME. A ban on spark-emitting activities in areas with dry vegetation is now in effect. Please do your part to help keep our community safe. | | Sequoia Redwood Named Ashland's Tree of the Year | Ashland’s 2025 Tree of the Year is the sequoia redwood at 1282 Old Willow. Voted by the community, it joins a 37-year tradition of honoring the city's most beloved trees. | |
Downtown Planter Improvements are Underway
PNW Concrete Concepts has started replacing capstones on downtown planters. Sidewalks will remain open throughout the project, which is expected to be completed in early September.
Construction will pause during the annual Sidewalk Sale, September 5 through 7. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve our downtown!
| | | 2200 Ashland Street Property UPDATE | | |
Council Approves Emergency Shelter Phase II Construction Contract
On August 19, 2025, Ashland City Council approved a $947K contract for Phase II upgrades to 2200 Ashland Street and appointed an ad hoc committee to support Master Plan implementation for the shelter site.
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Our Event Partnership
Grant Program is LIVE!
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Our Event Partnership Grant Program is now live! Help us spread the word and support events that boost tourism, local spending and showcase Ashland as a top destination.
| | Public Input Meeting on Winburn Way through Lithia Park | |
Public Input Meeting August 27,
5:30 p.m. at The Grove on safety improvements for Winburn Way in Lithia Park. Learn about five options and share feedback. Public comment open through September 15.
| | Strengthening Ties with Ukraine: From Ashland to Sviatohirs'k | | | | |
Mayor Graham’s sister city visit and a local wildfire preparedness class highlight Ashland’s growing connection with Ukrainian families and Sviatohirs’k, our sister city.
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Big News for EV Buyers: All Three Rebates Are Back – But Don’t Wait!
All three EV (electric vehicle) rebates are back! Stack state, federal and Ashland incentives—up to $13,500 in savings. Buy or lease and help Ashland meet its climate goals!
Check out the Rebates
| | | Upcoming City Council Meetings | | |
STUDY SESSION
September 15, 2025, highlight:
- Dusk to Dawn Lawn & OHRA (Opportunities for Housing Resources & Assistance) Partnership
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REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
September 16, 2025, highlight:
- Pioneer Hall/Community Center Fees
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Stay informed and engaged with Ashland’s local government. The Public Meetings page, ashlandoregon.gov/PublicMeetings, provides easy access to City Council agendas and minutes, meeting schedules, public comment options, and information about commissions and committees. Explore archived city records, learn about Oregon’s public meeting laws, and watch meetings live or on demand through RVTV.
NOTICE:
City Council will not meet during the first week of September due to the holiday. Study Sessions will resume on September 15, and Regular Business Meetings will resume on September 16.
| | Office Hours for the City Council & City Manager | |
Meet your City Councilors and City Manager during regular office hours at City Hall to discuss issues, ask questions and share concerns.
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Curious about Something?
Just ask!
| Let curiosity be your guide! Submit your question and see what others in the community are curious about | |
Live from Lithia
Ashland Parks & Rec brings you a summer of free live music, great vibes and community fun in Lithia Park! From soulful folk to funky beats, plus food trucks, beer gardens and Silent Disco nights—there’s something for everyone.
Check out the summer schedule
| Ashland.news photo by Bob Palermini |
Coffee & Conversation
Join us for an informal gathering with City elected officials and staff! There’s no set agenda – just an opportunity to get to know each other, ask questions and enjoy a cup of coffee on us!
Check out the summer schedule
| | Recology Recycling Programs as of July 2025 | | |
Effective July 1, 2025, the initial phase of Oregon’s Recycling Modernization Act (RMA) went into effect. This means Recology Ashland will adhere to the new Unified Statewide Collection List (USCL) for curbside recyclables. Some NEW items that can be included in your blue recycling cart include:
- Nursery pots
- Plastic pails and buckets
- Aseptic and poly-coated cartons (e.g., milk cartons and “Tetra Pak” shelf-stable cartons)
- Egg cartons and other molded pulp packaging
- Scrap metal (e.g., kitchen pots and pans)
Visit the Oregon DEQ website to learn more about this landmark legislation.
Learn more about Recology Ashland.
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Better Together: Recycling Meets Reuse
Ashland Recology and Goodwill have teamed up to bring Ashland a mobile Goodwill donation trailer, now open at the Ashland Recycling Center! You can now drop off gently used clothing and home goods during regular recycling hours.
Tue through Sat,
9 am. to 5 p.m.
With this new addition, the recycling center becomes an even greater resource for reducing waste and supporting our community.
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