City e-News
March 13, 2026—Issue No. 16
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Medians in Ashland
Share your ideas for our medians! The City hopes to reduce staff time, maintenance costs and water use in our medians. In May, City Council and the Parks & Recreation Commission will have a joint meeting to discuss how to design and take care of our medians moving forward. Share your ideas before this joint meeting.
Share your ideas for our medians.
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Housing & Building Community
This video highlights affordable housing efforts through the Community Development Department’s Housing Production Strategy. Working with Trusted Homes, a community land trust, the program shares ownership with homeowners, removing the cost of land from the price of their homes. We have a deep commitment to making Ashland an affordable place to live. Special thanks to Jessica Therkelsen of Trusted Homes.
| | The video was made possible through the dedication and expertise of Postscript Strategy and the Southern Oregon University Digital Media Center. Portions of the drone footage were filmed by our GIS Department. View the complete Accomplishments Short Film. | | | | |
Do you need help with your utility bill?
Apply for a 30% discount on electric, water and sewer bills for income-qualified households. Apply at ashlandoregon.gov/Utilities30.
| | | Ashland Fire & Rescue Staff: Todd Stubbs, Deputy Chief of Operations (left) and Ty Haggard, Captain. Photo courtesy Bob Palermini-Palermini.com | |
A message from Ashland Fire & Rescue on outdoor burning
Outdoor Burn Season in Ashland is under way. Before you burn:
- Know City rules.
- Confirm it's a Burn Day.
- Submit your same-day online application. You must submit an application for each day that you burn, on the day that you burn.
If dry conditions return, we may close burning. Updates will be posted at ashlandoregon.gov/OutdoorBurning.
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The State of City Hall:
A long-standing conversation reaches a turning point
Facing urgent repairs, legal complexities and long-term planning decisions, Ashland City Hall has reached a pivotal moment. More at ashlandoregon.gov/CityHall.
Take our City Hall poll and select the option that best aligns with your vision.
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Building Better Together
Major Project Highlights
Our project pages are updated monthly.
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Get Involved:
Serve on a Committee
Want to make a difference? We have openings on several Committees, from the Climate and Environment Policy Advisory Committee to the Housing and Human Service Advisory Committee and more. Apply today!
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March 16, 2026, 5:30 p.m., Study Session:
- Strategic Planning Update
- Wastewater and Storm Drain Cost of Service and Rate Overview
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March 17, 2026, 6 p.m., Regular Business Meeting:
- RVTD (Rogue Valley Transportation District) Levy presentation and endorsement
- Process for disposing of City-owned property (second reading)
- Changes to Utility Customer Account Policies (second reading)
- Various recommended code language clean-up (second readings)
- Approval of pedestrian/bicyclist wayfinding signage
| | 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 more! | | |
Did you know RVTV (Rogue Valley Television) has an APP? Stream meetings LIVE or watch on-demand anywhere, anytime! Get the RVTV App on your desktop, mobile or TV streaming device. Enjoy fast access, captions and keyword search capability! More at ashlandoregon.gov/WatchMeeting.
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Watch City Council, Parks Commission, Planning Commission & Budget/Finance meetings on RVTV...
LIVE or on-demand.
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Interested in contacting a Commission or Committee?
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Office Hours - NEW LOCATION
Meet your City Councilors during regular office hours now at The Grove. Office hours for the City Manager are by appointment.
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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.
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Free Home Energy Scores
Free Home Energy Scores are now available to Ashland Electric customers, helping residents understand energy use, lower utility bills, improve comfort and cut emissions.
This pilot program will run through
May 7, 2026.
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Bike Donations Needed!
Do you have a gently used bike—maybe one your kids outgrew or one that just needs a tune-up? We’ll take it! Your donation will support PedalPower, a local youth bike safety program. Donations are tax deductible.
Drop off: The Grove, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Questions? Call 541-488-5340
Mark your calendar for event day on Saturday, April 18! More at rvtd.org/bikeswap.
| | Storytown’s new Community Calendar App is here! Discover theatre, live music, foodie festivals, Mt. Ashland adventures and more – all for free. Download on iOS (Apple) and start exploring or sharing Ashland events! (Android capability coming soon.) More information at storytownashland.com. | | |
AVISTA reminds you safe digging is no accident; call 811 before you dig.
Before outdoor digging, call 811 at least two (2) business days ahead. This free service sends a professional locator to mark underground utility lines within a two-foot tolerance zone.
Hand digging within this zone is required for precise location. Remember, private utilities may require a separate request. Knowing utility line locations prevents injury, damages, service disruptions and potential fines. Every digging job, including planting trees or building fences, requires a call to 811 or visit digsafelyoregon.com.
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