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Ashland honors mural creators, recognizes outgoing community development coordinator
Summary
Mayor James Anderson presented a proclamation to Sharon and Ed Manhart for the Saline Ford Crossing mural and thanked Caleb Fjone for his service; Tim O'Brien of the Ashland Community Development Corporation outlined a transition plan as Fjone prepares to leave Jan. 30, 2026.
At the Jan. 15 Ashland City Council meeting, Mayor James Anderson presented a proclamation recognizing Sharon and Ed Manhart for their work on the Saline Ford Crossing mural and presented a certificate of appreciation to community development staffer Caleb Fjone.
Sharon Manhart introduced herself and described how she connected to the project and her experience working with city representatives, and Mayor Anderson read the proclamation and certificate in full. The minutes record the presentations but do not quote the proclamation text.
Tim O'Brien, president of the Ashland Community Development Corporation, summarized steps the CDC board is taking to transition projects and to fill the role held by Fjone, who is leaving effective Jan. 30, 2026. O'Brien said the board wants to move quickly to sustain momentum on current initiatives and expressed appreciation for the city’s partnership.
The council’s recognition of volunteers and the CDC update were handled as part of routine business; no formal votes or public comments were recorded for these items.
