As controversy grows over recent glyphosate spraying on city medians, residents are urging Ashland to stop using the chemical, citing health and environmental risks. Parks staff say its use is allowed and conducted with safety procedures, but critics argue safer alternatives exist.
David Runkel, Ashland Chronicle Reporter - December 4, 2025
When two nearby cities reviewed staff pay, Grants Pass rejected big raises after public pushback—Ashland approved them. The difference? Grants Pass had active media and citizen involvement; Ashland didn’t. This article explores how community awareness can shape city decisions—and why local engagement matters more than ever.
David Runkel, Ashland Chronicle Reporter - October 20, 2025
Ashland is replacing grass and plants in street medians with rocks—requiring herbicide spraying throughout each year. The move revives debate over the Parks Commission's long-standing ban on use of toxic chemicals on city property that Parks Department maintains. Supporters cite worker safety; opponents fear chemical use in public spaces. This article looks at how safety, cost, and community values are colliding in this decision.
David Runkel, Ashland Chronicle Reporter - October 16, 2025
Ashland’s latest financial report shows falling revenue and rising costs. Taxes and fees brought in less than expected, while payroll and expenses climbed. Some utility funds grew, but the city’s overall balance dropped by millions. This article asks: why are the city’s budget estimates so far off—and what happens next?
David Runkel, Ashland Chronicle Reporter - October 6, 2025
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