City e-News
November 26, 2025—Issue No. 10
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Happy Thanksgiving
City offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, November 27 and 28. This holiday season, we are grateful for our wonderful community. We’re truly Better Together, and we hope to see you out and about enjoying the long weekend!
Picture by our very own, Robert Halbritter,
Facilities, Cemetery and Custodial Supervisor.
See details below on the Festival of Light.
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Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink Delays Opening Day
Permitting delays on the new permanent cover for the Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink have postponed the season’s opening. Updates will be posted by Monday, December 8.
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Storytown Ashland
Storytown’s new Community Calendar App has arrived! Discover theatre, live music, foodie festivals, Mt. Ashland adventures and more – all for free. Download on iOS or Android and start exploring or sharing Ashland events! More information at storytownashland.com.
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Winter Weather Ahead
Snow season is coming, and while we hope it’s lighter than last year, the City of Ashland is fully prepared. Learn how you can get your home or business ready for winter storms.
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Controlled Burn Season is Here
Cooler, wet weather signals the start of controlled burn season in Southern Oregon. These prescribed fires reduce wildfire risk and support healthier forests near Ashland. Stay healthy when smoke is in the air! Learn more
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GET INVOLVED:
Serve on an Ashland Committee
Want to make a difference in Ashland? We have openings on several Committees. Apply today and help shape the future of your community!
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Important Update to the Ashland Fire & Rescue Ambulance Membership Program
As of February 1, 2026, Ashland Fire & Rescue will be making updates to their membership program. Ashland will support Mercy Flights by directing individuals wanting air membership details to their website.
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City of Ashland Community Belonging & Welcoming Survey
Help shape a stronger, more inclusive Ashland! Take the anonymous Community Belonging & Welcoming Survey, your voice matters. Available online and at local events. We Are Better Together!
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"If I were Mayor..." Contest
Students in grades 4-12 are encouraged by Mayor Tonya Graham to enter the Oregon Mayors Association’s “If I Were Mayor…” contest and share their ideas for the Ashland community.
Artwork by Ember Richards in 2024
(4th grader at the time of entry.)
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Climate, Energy & Conservation
Stay informed. Stay inspired. Stay green.
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STUDY SESSION
The December 1, 2025:
- Council Retreat on General Fund Finances
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REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
December 2, 2025:
- Extend the pilot program that allows sandwich boards in commercial areas
- Contract for Ashland Fiber Network infrastructure upgrades
- Adopt housecleaning changes to the municipal code (first reading)
- Allow Liquor Licenses to be administratively processed (second reading)
- Approve a planned development at 1511 Highway 99 (second reading)
- Consider selling or donating the Imperatrice Property
- Consider selling or donating 380 Clay Street
- Discuss use of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
- City Manager Report
| | 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! | | |
Public Meetings at your fingertips! 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.
| | Watch City Council, Parks Commission, Planning Commission and Budget/Finance public meetings. | | |
Interested in contacting a Commission or Committee?
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Office Hours for 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.
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Recent CURIOSITY questions include:
Q: Does the City use pesticides?
A: Ashland uses herbicides in select medians and rare park exceptions to reduce worker hazards and meet the safety rules under its Integrated Pest Management Plan. See the full answer.
Q: Where can I find information on trash and recycling services during the holidays?
A: Recology Ashland oversees trash and recycling for the residents of Ashland. Typically, they do not run service on legal holidays. For your scheduled pick up times during the holidays, reach out to them Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 541-482-1471 or via email, CustomerService103@Recology.com.
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Municipal Audit Committee Meeting
The City will hold a Municipal Audit Committee meeting on Wednesday, December 3, at 3 p.m. to review the FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
| | | Don’t miss the Friday, November 28, Ashland Chamber of Commerce Festival of Light Celebration to kickoff to the holiday season, the Shop Local Text Campaign, Ashland's Holiday Sip & Shop on December 6, and Santa Visits on December 13 and 14 in our downtown! Full details at TravelAshland.com/Festival-of-Light. | | Join us on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, for Ashland’s Town Hall Gathering, an evening of connection, awards and the State of the City address at Ashland High School Theatre. Don’t miss it! Details at ashlandoregon.gov/TownHall. | | |
Construction at the Electrical Substation on East Nevada Street
Upgrades to the PacifiCorp electrical substation on East Nevada Street began in September 2025.
As part of the ongoing work, fans powered by a generator will be operating 24/7 for the duration of the project. PacifiCorp is currently exploring sound-dampening solutions, as construction is anticipated to continue through mid-to-late December.
For questions or concerns about this project, please contact PacifiCorp directly.
Call: 888-221-7070
Email: customerservice@pacificorp.com
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Got Leaves?
On Sunday, December 7, drop off your leaves for free at the Valley View Transfer Station.
View details
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RecycleOn Oregon!
Ashland just made recycling history. The first RecycleOn center/bin in the U.S. is now open, making it easier to recycle tricky items and shifting costs from residents to companies that produce packaging materials. Learn more.
For information on other Recycling programs in our area visit Recology Ashland.
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