Event Partnership Grant Program

Event Partnership Grant Program is sponsored by City of Ashland. The Event Partnership Grant Program supports local events that boost overnight travel, increase spending at local businesses, and promote Ashland as a tourist destination. It is funded by the local Transient Lodging Tax.

Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Event Partnership Grant Program Is back, apply today As part of City Council's Economic Development vision, we have relaunched the Event Partnership Grant program to support local events that help boost overnight travel, increase spending at local businesses and promote Ashland as a premier tourist destination.

Last year, we supported 33 events with $150,000 in grants, helping bring in over 7,000 visitors. The Event Partnership Grant program is funded by the local Transient Lodging Tax, a 10% tax on overnight stays in hotels and short-term rentals. Eligible events must have more than 100 attendees, attract attendees who live more than 50 miles away and be advertised to the public.

If you know event organizers, or have your own communication channels, please point folks to our website to apply: ashlandoregon. gov/EconomicDevelopmentGrants. Applications for the current fiscal year will be accepted for events occurring before June 30, 2027.

Looking for community events to attend? Check out the Storytown Community Calendar, where you can discover theatre, live music, food festivals, Mt. Ashland adventures, and more.

Visit storytownashland. com, or download the app on the App Store or Google Play, to start exploring or sharing Ashland events. In Ashland, We are Better Together!

#end Picture courtesy of Epic Ashland News Release - City Manager's Office Posted on July 09, 2026 | Last Updated on August 04, 2026 The Portable Business Sign Pilot Program has been extended News Release - City Manager's Office Posted on December 08, 2025 Build Smarter with free pre-approved ADU plans We are making it easier than ever for property owners to add an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to their residentially zoned property.

We offer seven free, pre-approved ADU designs that meet all local building code requirements, saving time and simplifying the permitting process. By streamlining ADU development, Ashland aims to expand housing options, promote affordability and meet the diverse needs of its residents.

ADUs within Ashland’s single-family zones are not permitted for use as travelers’ accommodations, ensuring that these units serve as much-needed housing for full-time residents. These initiatives reflect the City’s ongoing commitment to sustainable, inclusive growth and to maintaining the character of Ashland’s neighborhoods. To explore the available design options and learn more about building an ADU, visit ashlandoregon.

gov/ADU or contact the Community Development Department via email. #end News Release - City of Ashland Community Development Posted on October 23, 2025 EV Rebates are back and bigger than ever The Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate Program will reopen Tuesday, August 25 and run through Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (or until funds run out). This rebate can be combined with a City of Ashland incentive for Ashland Electric residential customers.

If you qualify based on income (Charge Ahead program): get $4,000 off a qualifying used vehicle or $7,500 off a qualifying new vehicle from the state, plus an additional $2,000 incentive from the city. That's combined savings of up to $6,000 on a used EV and $9,500 on a new one.

If you don't qualify for Charge Ahead (Standard Rebate): save $2,000 off a qualifying new vehicle from the state, plus an additional $1,000 incentive from the City, for combined savings of up to $3,000. Once you get your new EV, take advantage of our 24 free EV chargers! Learn more at ashlandoregon.

gov/TransportationIncentives. In Ashland, We are Better Together! For full details, eligibility info and how to apply, check out the DEQ’s (Oregon Department of Environmental Quality) official news release.

#end News Release - City of Ashland Electric Posted on August 01, 2026 Beat the heat (and the cold) with a Free Home Energy Score: We are extending the free Home Energy Score program until October 23, 2026. Since January we obtained 113 scores providing homeowners with information about expected energy usage and mechanisms to help save money and reduce emissions.

Our goal is to exceed our previous goal of 150 and complete 225 Home Energy Score assessments! If you are using the City’s energy assistance and need an energy assessment, the Home Energy Score can fulfill that obligation! The Home Energy Score is available for homeowners to help plan renovations/retrofits or those looking to help sell their home.

It is also now available for use in multi-family settings. Property owners can obtain this score to help market their rental units also. Learn more at ashlandoregon.

gov/HomeEnergyScore. New EV Chargers: The City has installed eight free Level 2 Electric Vehicle Chargers! Four are in the City parking lot at 26 South 2nd Street (note this is 2-hour parking).

Two utility pole mounted chargers are located at 892 Clay Street and 130 California Street. Both locations have two chargers each and require use of the AmpUp phone app to initiate a charging session. These pole mounted chargers are unique, providing automatic cord deployment and retrieval to keep them out of the street.

To begin charging, use the AmpUp app to scan a QR code which will descend the cable. Then push the button on the charger handle to unspool the cord as you walk to your charging port and plug in. If the charger does not reach your port, please do not pull on the cord to try and get a bit more distance, this can lead to the automated mechanism failing!

Please re-park your car if the cord doesn’t reach; however, it should! When you finish charging, simply unplug the handle and the charger will begin to retract the cord. Please walk the cable back toward the charger to ensure it fully recoils.

PTHP (Packaged Terminal Heat Pump) Program: Our rental unit PTHP program is underway with a number of units already installed! If you are a property owner and have rental units that have packaged terminal air conditioners (PTAC) with electric resistant heat you really should take advantage of this program while funds last.

We will cover up to $1200 for the purchase, installation and proper refrigerant disposal of your older inefficient units. These installs can often be done without the need for an electrician or HVAC technician, meaning the cost is completely covered. Please contact us with any questions.

Learn more. EV Carshare:The Electric Vehicle Carshare will be ending this summer due to the end of grant funding. The carshare has been in place for over three years and thanks to all of those who used it to try out an electric vehicle for the first time, run errands and supplement your transportation needs!

If you are interested in using the car it will be available through July 2026, and we encourage those who haven’t tried an EV to take it out for a ride! In Ashland, We are Better Together!

#end News Release - City of Ashland Electric News Release - City Manager's Office Event Partnership Grant Program Is back, apply today As part of City Council's Economic Development vision, we have relaunched the Event Partnership Grant program to support local events that help boost overnight travel, increase spending at local businesses and promote Ashland as a premier tourist destination.

Last year, we supported 33 events with $150,000 in grants, helping bring in over 7,000 visitors. The Event Partnership Grant program is funded by the local Transient Lodging Tax, a 10% tax on overnight stays in hotels and short-term rentals. Eligible events must have more than 100 attendees, attract attendees who live more than 50 miles away and be advertised to the public.

If you know event organizers, or have your own communication channels, please point folks to our website to apply: ashlandoregon. gov/EconomicDevelopmentGrants . Applications for the current fiscal year will be accepted for events occurring before June 30, 2027.

Looking for community events to attend? Check out the Storytown Community Calendar , where you can discover theatre, live music, food festivals, Mt. Ashland adventures, and more.

Visit storytownashland. com , or download the app on the App Store or Google Play, to start exploring or sharing Ashland events. In Ashland, We are Better Together!

Picture courtesy of Epic Ashland News Release - City Manager's Office Posted on July 09, 2026 | Last Updated on August 04, 2026 The Portable Business Sign Pilot Program has been extended We are pleased to share an update for local business owners: the Pilot Program for Portable Business Signs, such as sandwich boards placed in the public right-of-way, has been officially extended through August 31, 2026 .

Originally launched following a Council resolution in October 2024 , the pilot program began in November 2024 as a way to explore whether portable signage could support commercial districts. In early December 2025 , the Ashland City Council voted to extend the program, giving businesses additional flexibility and visibility while the City evaluates potential long-term code changes.

Over the next six months, we will review the pilot’s performance and consider permanent updates to Ashland’s sign regulations. Business owners can expect ongoing communication, including a post-holiday survey, to share feedback on how portable signs have impacted foot traffic, sales and overall visibility. Portable signs have proven to offer economic value by helping customers discover local shops, restaurants and services.

We encourage all eligible businesses to take part. How to Participate Small business owners who are not yet enrolled are invited to join the pilot program by completing the online Participation Agreement: Portable Business Sign Program . Approved participants will receive guidelines outlining allowable sign sizes, materials and placement locations.

View the guidelines (PDF). News Release - City Manager's Office Posted on December 08, 2025 News Release - City of Ashland Community Development Build Smarter with free pre-approved ADU plans We are making it easier than ever for property owners to add an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to their residentially zoned property.

We offer seven free, pre-approved ADU designs that meet all local building code requirements, saving time and simplifying the permitting process. By streamlining ADU development, Ashland aims to expand housing options, promote affordability and meet the diverse needs of its residents.

ADUs within Ashland’s single-family zones are not permitted for use as travelers’ accommodations, ensuring that these units serve as much-needed housing for full-time residents. These initiatives reflect the City’s ongoing commitment to sustainable, inclusive growth and to maintaining the character of Ashland’s neighborhoods. To explore the available design options and learn more about building an ADU, visit ashlandoregon.

gov/ADU or contact the Community Development Department via email . News Release - City of Ashland Community Development Posted on October 23, 2025 News Release - City of Ashland Electric EV Rebates are back and bigger than ever The Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate Program will reopen Tuesday, August 25 and run through Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (or until funds run out).

This rebate can be combined with a City of Ashland incentive for Ashland Electric residential customers. If you qualify based on income ( Charge Ahead program): get $4,000 off a qualifying used vehicle or $7,500 off a qualifying new vehicle from the state, plus an additional $2,000 incentive from the city. That's combined savings of up to $6,000 on a used EV and $9,500 on a new one.

If you don't qualify for Charge Ahead (Standard Rebate): save $2,000 off a qualifying new vehicle from the state, plus an additional $1,000 incentive from the City, for combined savings of up to $3,000. Once you get your new EV, take advantage of our 24 free EV chargers! Learn more at ashlandoregon.

gov/TransportationIncentives . In Ashland, We are Better Together! For full details, eligibility info and how to apply, check out the DEQ’s (Oregon Department of Environmental Quality) official news release .

News Release - City of Ashland Electric Posted on August 01, 2026 Beat the heat (and the cold) with a Free Home Energy Score: We are extending the free Home Energy Score program until October 23, 2026. Since January we obtained 113 scores providing homeowners with information about expected energy usage and mechanisms to help save money and reduce emissions.

Our goal is to exceed our previous goal of 150 and complete 225 Home Energy Score assessments! If you are using the City’s energy assistance and need an energy assessment, the Home Energy Score can fulfill that obligation! The Home Energy Score is available for homeowners to help plan renovations/retrofits or those looking to help sell their home.

It is also now available for use in multi-family settings. Property owners can obtain this score to help market their rental units also. Learn more at ashlandoregon.

gov/HomeEnergyScore . The City has installed eight free Level 2 Electric Vehicle Chargers! Four are in the City parking lot at 26 South 2nd Street (note this is 2-hour parking).

Two utility pole mounted chargers are located at 892 Clay Street and 130 California Street. Both locations have two chargers each and require use of the AmpUp phone app to initiate a charging session. These pole mounted chargers are unique, providing automatic cord deployment and retrieval to keep them out of the street.

To begin charging, use the AmpUp app to scan a QR code which will descend the cable. Then push the button on the charger handle to unspool the cord as you walk to your charging port and plug in. If the charger does not reach your port, please do not pull on the cord to try and get a bit more distance, this can lead to the automated mechanism failing!

Please re-park your car if the cord doesn’t reach; however, it should! When you finish charging, simply unplug the handle and the charger will begin to retract the cord. Please walk the cable back toward the charger to ensure it fully recoils.

PTHP (Packaged Terminal Heat Pump) Program: Our rental unit PTHP program is underway with a number of units already installed! If you are a property owner and have rental units that have packaged terminal air conditioners (PTAC) with electric resistant heat you really should take advantage of this program while funds last.

We will cover up to $1200 for the purchase, installation and proper refrigerant disposal of your older inefficient units. These installs can often be done without the need for an electrician or HVAC technician, meaning the cost is completely covered. Please contact us with any questions.

Learn more . The Electric Vehicle Carshare will be ending this summer due to the end of grant funding. The carshare has been in place for over three years and thanks to all of those who used it to try out an electric vehicle for the first time, run errands and supplement your transportation needs!

If you are interested in using the car it will be available through July 2026, and we encourage those who haven’t tried an EV to take it out for a ride! In Ashland, We are Better Together! News Release - City of Ashland Electric Electric rate increase takes effect July 1 A 3.

9 percent electric rate increase goes into effect July 1, 2026. The increase was approved by City Council at the March 3, 2026, Regular Business Meeting and will add about $3 to the average residential monthly electric bill. The increase comes through approval of Resolution 2026-02, "A Resolution Revising Rates for Electric Service Pursuant to Ashland Municipal Code 14.

16. 030 and repealing Resolution 2021-08." Learn more by reviewing the Council Communication .

News Release - City of Ashland Electric News Release - City of Ashland Fire & Rescue Fire Danger Increases to EXTREME on July 17: Public Use Shutdown Begins The fire danger level in the City of Ashland increases once again to “EXTREME” (red) on July 17 at 12:01 a. m. and public use shutdown begins on activities that can cause fires.

PLEASE NOTE: Per Oregon Department of Forestry, electric tool use in areas of dry vegetation is now included in the list of prohibited activities. Wildfires can threaten at any time, is your home or business prepared for wildfire ? The following ban on activities is in effect July 17th at 12:01 a.

m. in areas of dry vegetation and forestlands inside the Ashland City Limits and all ODF protected lands in Jackson and Josephine counties. Note: Restrictions do not apply to green, irrigated landscapes.

Power saws are not allowed at any time. NOTE: Electric chainsaws are NO LONGER allowed. Equipment used for the cutting, grinding, and welding of metal is not allowed at any time.

The cutting and mowing of dry, cured grass with gas-powered OR BATTERY POWERED equipment is not allowed. This applies to mowers, tractors, and weed whackers/trimmers. This regulation does not apply to farm equipment used for the culture and harvest of crops or to battery-powered machinery.

The use of any other spark-emitting equipment using an internal combustion engine is not allowed at any time in areas of dry vegetation. Firefighting equipment is required to be carried in vehicles that travel off state highways, county roads, or driveways. This equipment includes one shovel and a one-gallon container of water or a fire extinguisher (2.

5 lb. or larger). Campfire rings and charcoal BBQ’s (gas BBQ’s are OK) in Lithia Park remain closed.

Motorized vehicles are allowed only on improved roads that are free of flammable vegetation. Backyard fire pits/appliances are banned during both Extreme and High fire danger levels. What is allowed during public shutdown?

Any work (gas powered machinery included) in a green and irrigated landscape is allowed at any time during fire season.

The following restrictions remain in effect throughout the City of Ashland during summer Fire Season, including all irrigated landscapes: All Outdoor Debris Burning is Prohibited The following fire restrictions are in effect throughout the City of Ashland on all properties, at all times of the year : Fireworks and sky lanterns are prohibited throughout the year within the City of Ashland.

Ashland Fire & Rescue asks that all Ashland residents remember the Ready, Set, Go! evacuation levels. Be prepared for the possibility of evacuation at READY or Level 1.

Be READY now by signing up for emergency alerts, preparing an emergency and personal “Go kit”, develop an evacuation plan, and help firefighters save your home by removing flammable plants and debris around your home, roof, and gutters. See the City’s Fire. Water.

Get Ready campaign for additional information. Find the most current City of Ashland fire danger and restrictions here , or by contacting Ashland Fire & Rescue at 541-482-2770. Regional fire season information for private, BLM, and all non-federal lands can be found on the ODF website and for National Forest lands at the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest .

News Release - City of Ashland Fire & Rescue News Release - City of Ashland Parks & Recreation Parks & Recreation Fee renewal, join the conversation! Parks and Recreation Fee Renewal – Join the Conversation! Ashland’s City Council is considering renewing the Parks Fee that currently funds services within our Parks & Recreation Department or letting it sunset in June 2027.

To aid in their decision making, they would like to hear from you! FIRST STEP: Take the Survey today . The survey will be open through Monday, September 14.

Results will provide Council a starting point for their discussion on whether to renew the Parks Fee or let it sunset. NEXT STEP: Weigh in at the City Council Study Session on September 14, 2026. After that Study Session, Council will then vote on whether to renew the fee at its Regular Business Meeting on October 6.

You can attend in person or submit a public comment in writing . In May 2025, the City Council established a Parks Fee on resident’s utilities bill to maintain services within our Parks & Recreation Department ( Resolution 2025-13 ). The Parks Fee is $5.

15 per month per household and is scheduled to automatically sunset June 2027, unless renewed by City Council. This conversation is occurring in the larger context of how the City will increase revenues or reduce spending across all our General Fund departments in the coming budget process.

To keep our expenses in line with our revenues, the City needs to reduce our spending on Fire & Rescue, Police, Parks, Building & Planning and Administration - services paid for by our General Fund - by roughly $2 million a year. When the Parks Fee sunsets, that amount will likely increase to roughly $2. 5 million a year in necessary cuts organization wide.

A strong Parks & Recreation Department supports the quality of life that underpins Ashland's economic vibrancy. The $5. 15 fee has helped preserve Parks, Recreation and Senior Services operations, even as the Department has pursued cost savings within the current biennium budget.

Examples presented at the June 3, 2026, joint meeting include staff reorganization, a project manager position shared with Public Works, adjusted park restroom hours, reduced irrigation in parks and contracted concessions at the Golf Course. This reorganization has saved the department roughly $300,000 (roughly $200,000 in savings for the City as a whole).

Without the fee, staff estimate that an additional $400,000 to $500,000 in ongoing annual expenses would need to be cut from the Parks Department, or backfilled from cuts in other departments, in the 2027-2029 Biennium Budget.

What Residents Are Saying Lithia Park and City parks maintenance, the most praised City service Community events, including the Fourth of July, Halloween, First Fridays and Lithia Park concerts Additional themes from community engagement include: Maintaining existing parks and facilities Keeping parks safe, welcoming and accessible Expanding trails and recreation opportunities Creating more activities and gathering places for families and youth Preserving Ashland's distinctive character At the same time, a group of residents are concerned about the total burden of fees on low-income residents in the community.

If the fee is not renewed, the Parks and Recreation Department would focus on what it is legally mandated to do, such as maintenance of current parks, wildfire mitigation and tree and trail maintenance. Whole programs that contribute to the vibrancy of the Ashland community, including community recreation, senior services, the Golf Course and the Nature Center, could be at risk.

Council broadly supports exploring a tiered fee structure, for example, based on square footage or building type, that could help someone living in an apartment pay a smaller fee than someone living in a house, for example. Council has also requested that the staff explore low-income fee waivers as another potential way to alleviate the disproportionate cost burden of fees on low-income households.

How Other Jurisdictions Fund Parks Below is a list of park fees in other cities nearby, when they were implemented, and how many acres those park departments maintain and manage. News Release - City of Ashland Parks & Recreation Posted on August 20, 2026 Community Center reservations are open Our beloved Community Center is once again available to rent for your special event.

Continue making memories, or start making new ones, in this historic building in the heart of Lithia Park. Reservation requests are now being accepted. Complete the online reservation request form at ashlandoregon.

gov/CommunityCenter . Questions? Call us at 541-488-5340 or stop by The Grove, Monday through Friday, 9 a.

m. to 1 p. m.

, at 1195 East Main Street. News Release - City of Ashland Parks & Recreation Posted on August 14, 2026 Preserving History: A Unified Effort to Rebuild the Butler-Perozzi Fountain The Ashland Parks Foundation, with the City of Ashland’s permission, will lead a project to recreate the historic Butler-Perozzi Fountain in Lithia Park, preserving its beauty and structural integrity for generations to come.

The Butler-Perozzi Fountain, originally carved in Italy for the 1915 Panama-pacific International Exposition, was installed in Lithia Park in 1916. Since then, it has served as a beloved park landmark. Due to the soft nature of the original marble and Southern Oregon’s weather conditions, the fountain has suffered significant deterioration over time and undergone several restoration efforts over the last century.

Today, the fountain has severe weathering, cracking and mechanical issues, marking the need for another major restoration effort. The Ashland Parks Foundation, through generous community support, has raised approximately $800,000 to bring the fountain back to life, and is preparing to break ground on the project.

As a part of their planning, the Ashland Parks Foundation formed a Construction Steering Committee made up of local builders, architects, planners, and historic preservation experts to determine how to most effectively use the donated funds.

Based on recommendations from the Steering Committee and with support from the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office, the project will create an exact replica of the 1915 fountain, using marble selected for its strength and ability to withstand Ashland’s climate.

“Once we fully understood the condition of the fountain and the limitations of the original marble, it became clear that repeated repairs would not provide a lasting solution,” said Mike Gardiner, President of the Ashland Parks Foundation and Construction Steering Committee member. “Creating an exact replica of the 1915 fountain allows us to honor the original design while ensuring long-term durability.

” The fountain will be reproduced by local sculptors Jack Langford and Kevin Christman in their Southern Oregon studio, using marble quarried in Vermont. The project also includes reconstruction of the surrounding terrace, stairs, plumbing, and electrical systems, which will be performed by local firm Outlier Construction.

The bottom pedestal of the basin – the only remining component of the original historic fountain – will be displayed alongside the new fountain. Construction is expected to begin March 1, 2026, weather permitting, with completion anticipated by Fall 2026. Prior to construction, two maple trees near the fountain will be removed as their roots have caused significant structural damage to the fountain and its concrete foundation.

Replacement landscaping is planned as part of the overall project, including trees to replace lost canopy within the park. The project is fully funded by the donations raised by the Ashland Parks Foundation. “This project reflects the power of partnerships in creating a legacy for generations to come,” stated Sabrina Cotta, City Manager.

“I want to thank the Parks Foundation for their tireless efforts in making this project happen. ” Once complete, the Butler-Perozzi Fountain will continue to be a centerpiece of Lithia Park, honoring its historic origins while ensuring its continued presence as one of Ashland’s most cherished landmarks. For updates and additional information, visit ashlandparksfoundation.

org/Butler-Perozzi-Fountain or email the Foundation . To learn more about Ashland’s parks and community, visit ashlandoregon. gov. We are Better Together.

News Release - City of Ashland Parks & Recreation News Release - City of Ashland Public Works Water quality in Ashland, your annual report Your 2025 Water Quality Report is here. From snowmelt and rainfall sources to your tap, Ashland's primary water source is Ashland Creek, collected at Reeder Reservoir. We are pleased to report that all water treated meets and exceeds Oregon Health Authority and EPA water quality regulations.

Read the 2025 Report (PDF) . Questions about the report? Reach out to our Water Treatment Plant Operator, Alistair Andre, at 541-488-5345 or email .

To learn more about our water divisions and conservation, visit ashlandoregon. gov/Water . News Release - City of Ashland Public Works News Release - Public Works - Water Treatment Plant Water Treatment Plant Project, Offsite Culvert Replacement Project Nears Completion The Culvert Replacement Project is nearing completion, and we thank the community for its patience and flexibility throughout the construction period.

This picture was taken by the City of Ashland GIS Team during the height of the culvert project in September 2025. As of Saturday, January 24, 2026, fencing and barricades will be removed and public access to the area will be restored. While the site will largely resemble its pre-construction condition, some visible changes may remain.

Parking along guardrails is not permitted. Access along USFS (United States Forest Service) Road 2060 will return to its previous configuration, and the Wonder and Wasabi trailheads will be restored to their original locations. The temporary bridge will be removed, and the temporary trail will be blocked to allow the area to fully return to pre-project conditions.

Construction began in July 2025, to replace an aging culvert at a major Ashland Creek crossing near the top of Granite Street. The project upgrades infrastructure to better handle future storms and installs electrical, fiber optic and water system components needed for the City’s new Water Treatment Plant. This offsite culvert replacement marks the first phase of the voter-approved Water Treatment Plant project.

Final engineering, permitting and bidding are expected to be complete in Fall 2026. Construction will begin in Fall 2026 and is projected to take approximately three years. We appreciate the community’s cooperation during construction and look forward to reopening the area for public use.

For more information on the Water Treatment Plant project, visit ashlandoregon. gov/WaterPlant . News Release - Public Works - Water Treatment Plant Posted on January 23, 2026 | Last Updated on February 18, 2026 Culvert Replacement Project for Water Treatment Plant, Trails Reopen!

A temporary bridge across Ashland Creek officially opened today, August 8. The bridge restores access to the popular Wonder and Wasabi trails, as well as to USFS (United States Forest Service) Road 2060. When visiting the area, please follow all posted signage and observe the trail detour, particularly near the temporary bridge, where the trail is currently designated as mixed-use.

Cyclists: please walk your bikes in this section for everyone’s safety. A major crossing on Ashland Creek will undergo construction for the next six months, limiting trail and creek access at the top of Granite Street.

Starting July 21,2025, the Ashland Creek crossing on the west side of the Ashland Loop Road/Horn Creek Road will be closed to replace a culvert that passes under the road to upgrade it to handle future storms, install electrical and fiber optic cables and various water system pipes that will be needed for the City’s new water treatment plant.

This is the first phase of this critical water supply project that was approved by Ashland voters in 2024. Work has to be done in the summer months due to restrictions on water quality and aquatic habitat. The Fairy Ponds parking and access, Wasabi Trail, Wonder Trail and the west-side lower 2060 will be closed for the rest