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Tigard Beyond Tomorrow - 2000 Vision Task Force 4b 16 Spring 2000 b1scussion Results ,a AI y. 's Community Character & Quality of Life DIRECTION STATEMENT — FROM 1997 VTF Tigard citizens are involved in their community. Involvement is citizen driven and citizens have the tools to communicate effectively with community-wide decision- makers. Volunteer spirit has been maximized through community-wide coordination of volunteers. Our community supports its volunteers with appropriate training and volunteer recognition. Tigard encourages local, regional and community events. City funding priorities go to events, which move toward financial self-sufficiency, and new community-wide events. Business owners, property owners, and residents of the Main Street Area display strong leadership, ownership, and commitment to downtown development. The Main Street area is seen as a 'focal point' for the community. A clear direction has been established for a pedestrian-friendly downtown and is being implemented. The Tigard community has a defined, proactive vision for community aesthetics. Open space is a priority and new development is required to dedicate open areas for community use. CURRENT GOALS— FROM 1997 VTF Volunteerism #1) City will maximize the effectiveness of the volunteer spirit to accomplish the greatest good for our community #2) Citizen involvement opportunities will be maximized by providing educational programs on process, assuring accessibility to information, providing opportunities for input and establishing and maintaining a program of effective communication Downtown #1) Provide opportunities to work proactively with Central Business District (CBD) businesses and property owners and citizens of Tigard to set the course for the future of the central downtown area Community Events #1) Develop overall approach for sponsoring community events that establishes balance among popular or traditional standing events, requests for support of new events and limited City resources Community Aesthetics #1) Develop strategies to balance needs of new and infill development w/need to provide protection of defined aesthetic qualities valued by those who already live and work in Tigard VTF THOUGHTS FOR CITIZEN INPUT -t) Work closer to where we live - home occupations? -0 New labor intense business -t) Development of a secondary downtown Im/ilvisioning/vtf spring results.doc 2 -t> How citizens are involved in the decision making process? Skeptisim -t> Reinforce community aesthetics - new development for community use VTF REVIEW OF MISSED ISSUES & TRENDS Downtown Starting point of community design - use some of the standards already developed for pedestrian sensitive areas like in the Triangle plan Theme needed to tie street/area together but still allow for diversity of businesses (economics should drive this) Social Services -0 Effectively promote available services to those in need Community Events -0 Good to have an event that would focus people in the downtown area (i.e., Tigard Country Daze) Community Aesthetics -0 Find common cohesive building & design look for community (i.e., include similar tree plantings, etc.) VTF REVIEW FROM 04/27/00 Downtown -0 Reach general public with information about downtown -t> Use various media methods for communication Social Services -0 Marketing services available - educate community -0 Needs in community - educate community -t, Service providers need to promote Community Events -t> Q - What kind of events do citizens want? -t> Tie event to downtown area? -t> Cross-market downtown with other events Community Aesthetics -0 Direction signs for Tigard - adequate? -t, How can we implement open space dedications? -t, Approach aesthetics cautiously -t, Add open space to the goals under this target area -0 "Support activities" for workers near employment centers is important -t, Q - Ask questions about involvement in decisions by citizens - how to get them involved, do they believe they are involved as much as they desire? ImAhisioning/vtf spring results.doc 3 Growth & Growth Management DIRECTION STATEMENT - FROM 1997 VTF Tigard continues to grow. Growth is accommodated while protecting the character and livability in new and established neighborhoods. The City encourages and supports private sector programs to maintain diverse and affordable housing. Urban services are provided to all citizens within Tigard's Urban Growth Boundary. Recipients of services pay their share. Local and small businesses are encouraged as an important part of our community and our economy. The City of Tigard is an active participant in regional issues. Its citizens are educated about issues in our region and take advantage of opportunities to participate in decision-making processes. CURRENT GOALS - FROM 1997 VTF #1) Accommodate growth while protecting the character and livability of new and established areas #Z) Urban services are provided to all citizens within Tigard's urban growth boundary and recipients of services pay their share #3) The City encourages and supports private sector programs to maintain diverse, and affordable housing #4) Local and small businesses are encouraged as an important part of our community and economy. VTF THOUGHTS FOR CITIZEN INPUT -0 Should the City be more aggressive in annexation? -t, Growing too fast -t, Too many homes being built -t, Balance open space & building -0 Density - infill -t> Regional governance - tension, relationship needed? The role - what should it do? VTF REVIEW OF MISSED ISSUES & TRENDS -t> Lack of understanding by the public on how land use impacts them and their property -t> Can this be shared effectively BEFORE development is in someone's backyard? Im/i:/visioning/vtf spring results.doc 4 -0 Effective public education - need to find more effective ways to share with public -C, Planning 101 - how land use works, what is the plan, etc. -�, Growth impacts & are there options for density? -c, Share accomplishments in meeting METRO 2040 requirements -t, Endangered Species. Act (ESA) - Title 3 - Goal 5 awareness of how this protects livability and drives development -t, Open space needed close to neighborhoods with increased density -t> Parks financing - work with County to get Parks System Development Charges (50Cs) charged to developing lands within in the Urban Growth Boundary -D Coordinate with other communities/jurisdictions/service providers -c� Growth management issues and strategies -�, Growth impacts -D Strong communication -t, Affordable housing needs regional coordination -t> Inventory & retain existing affordable units -0 Insist on minimum standards (housing maintenance code) < Revisit original vision "tool box" for activities to emphasize this area -:D Increase mixed use approach - housing next to jobs or higher density housing in job areas VTF REVIEW FROM 04/27/00 -t, Should annexation be pursued aggressively? - Q - Growth and open space needs should be questioned < Q - Regional governance - City's role with regional level decisions & issues < EDUCATE - EDUCATE - EDUCATE the community Im/Ovisioning/vtf spring results.doc 5 Public Safety DIRECTION STATEMENT — FROM 1997 VTF Tigard is a safe place to live, play, and do business, with efficient public safety services coordinated by police, fire, and emergency management providers. Citizens and businesses are well educated about public safety services; Tigard's citizens understand their role and responsibilities for the safety of themselves and their community, and businesses take a proactive role for their responsibility in protecting their investment in the community. Public Safety service providers plan for their service delivery in such a way as to minimize the negative impacts of the regional populations that travel to and through our community each day. Stable funding provides uninterrupted public safety services at desired levels. CURRENT GOALS— FROM 1997 VTF #1) The community residents, business owners, and service providers will form partnerships to effectively enhance public safety and emergency services #2) Develop long-term, stable funding sources to ensure efficient, uninterrupted public safety and emergency services #3) The community is trained and prepared for emergencies i VTF THOUGHTS FOR CITIZEN INPUT 4> Patrol on State highways -0 Efficiency of services - more regional approach? VTF REVIEW OF MISSED ISSUES & TRENDS POLICE -�> Regional impacts -t> Substations west/south -t, Time allocation - Wash. Sq. generates 1/3 of police reports - relationship of time spent -0 ESP needs increased emphasis a Im/ilvisioninghtf spring results.doc 6 FIRE Fire safety education - effectively promote available services -t, To residents (remind to keep house #'s visible from the street, smoke alarm batteries updated, are fire safety visits available for the home?) -0 To businesses (site safety, training for services offered) -0 TVF&R & City communication -:C> Is communication adequate? Communication/comments should receive follow up so that each organization has a clear understanding of the process and progress VTF REVIEW FROM 04/27/00 -0 Promote interactive kids programs - kids ,& adults -0 Emergency preparedness - increase awareness in community including businesses ImA/visioning/vtf spring results.doc 7 Schools and Education DIRECTION STATEMENT- FROM 1997 VTF Tigard area residents have access to good quality public and private schools. Residents of our community, whether or not they have children in the school system, understand the importance of education and how they can help promote education of our community. The public schools have stable funding through state and local funding options. Curriculum and extra-curricular programs are important and are well supported through volunteers, local funding, and increased partnerships with business and government. New development assists in paying for new education infrastructure required by growth in the community. Public schools and governmental entities in our community actively partner in day-to-day operations and other costs to facilitate the most efficient delivery of services. CURRENT GOALS- FROM 1997 VTF #1) Schools and City government will work together to provide a community-based recreation activity program for young people #2) Educational opportunities for students in Tigard-Tualatin Schools will be maximized #3) The schools and city government will work together to maximize financial efficiencies and address funding shortfalls #4) Government policies will permit the Tigard - Tualatin School District to prepare for growth and control the quality of services it provides students VTF THOUGHTS FOR CITIZEN INPUT How do people feel about extracurricular activities - how do we get the balance? � Public support for youth center -t, Investigate requirements for school infrastructure Continuing education for technology VTF REVIEW OF MISSED ISSUES & TRENDS < Emphasis on communication is needed To community on status of school issues To business community about opportunity to partnership Im/ilvisioning/vtf spring results.doc 8 � More proactive involvement with businesses -:C, Get more involved with the Chamber -C� Promote volunteer opportunities outside of class room -C, Promote scrip program outside school -0 Link the whole population with school issues -t, How is information most effectively communicated? VTF REVIEW FROM 04/27/00 - Q - Focus on youth services concept not youth center building in questionnaire & determine location of need -t, Police Department & School partnerships should be emphasized -t) School safety a high priority -C) Promote communication from schools ImA/visioning/vtf spring results.doc 9 Transportation and Traffic DIRECTION STATEMENT- FROM 1997 VTF Tigard takes a proactive role in regional transportation planning. Funding sources are diverse, include regional resources and are adequate to build and maintain our transportation system. Each type of street safely handles the traffic it is designed to serve. Local traffic is served by a well-connected street network that minimizes traffic impacts on neighborhoods. Tigard's arterials and major collector streets accommodate through-traffic, reducing the impact of regional traffic on local neighborhoods. Alternative transportation methods are affordable and available. Use of alternative transportation is encouraged. CURRENT GOALS - from 1997 VTF #1) Improve traffic safety #Z) Improve traffic flow #3) Identify and develop funding resources VTF THOUGHTS FOR CITIZEN INPUT Link Transportation Bond -t, Responsibility for local versus non-local traffic Support for commuter rail Would they use intra-city transportation? VTF REVIEW OF MISSED ISSUES & TRENDS ,> Alternative modes of transportation need to be a high priority, including, but not limited to: -t, Intra-bus service (within our community) TriMet bus service (longer hours & adequate parking for park & ride patrons in south Tigard and other strategic locations) -t, Commuter,rail (more than one access point in the community, adequate parking for park & ride patrons, clear statement in favor of commuter rail) Im/i:/visioning/vtf spring results.doc 10 Pedestrian & Bike improvements (connectivity of routes, stress driver courtesy to bike riders, make it more difficult for vehicles to cross into bike/pedestrian paths) -t, Inter-iurisdictionai cooperation for transportation improvements is needed (Washington Square bordered by multiple jurisdictions was used as an example area, dollars for improvements to transportation systems with regional coop.) -t, Telecommute (City support and encourage this form of work) -c, Provide more pull-out areas along streets for drivers to pick up passengers -t, Clarify and identify connectivity for local traffic -0 Draft Transportation Plan is available and does address pedestrian & bike issues. Email or call Gus Duenas, City Engineer (639-4141 ext. 378 or email gus @ c i.tigard.or.us) VTF REVIEW FROM 04/27/00 -:D Whose role is it for maintenance on local & state owned roads in Tigard - communicate info with citizens � Q - When asking about "intra-city" transportation, make sure people understand it is a "shuttle" like service -:D Provide more pull-out areas along streets for bus drivers to pick up passengers ImA/visioning/vtf spring results.doc 11 Urban & Public Services DIRECTION STATEMENT— FROM 1997 VTF Basic Urban Services (such as access to parks, recreational opportunities and libraries) are provided to Tigard citizens through property taxes and fees for service. Citizens are charged for enhanced services on a cost-for-service basis. Expansion of the infrastructure necessary to serve growth is paid for by growth. In an effort to facilitate the most efficient delivery of basic urban services, partnerships with businesses, special interest groups, and other communities are encouraged. Citizens are educated about basic urban services, and how to access and preserve the services. CURRENT GOALS — from 1997 VTF LIBRARY #1) Library will have a stable funding base for the provision of basic services PARKS & RECREATION #1) Create a special parks and recreation district with the City of Tigard spearheading the process and maintaining membership for its citizens #2) The City educates and supports citizen efforts to understand the importance of flood-plains and how the areas are managed and protected WATER #1) Actively participate in regional development of water sources and adequate, innovative funding mechanisms to develop those sources for Tigard users while exploring local options for water reuse and groundwater sources VTF THOUGHTS FOR CITIZEN INPUT -t, Storm water run off 4> Water rates -0 Endangered Species Act -0 Education on basic public services -0 How do people get information? Im/i:/visioning/vtf spring results.doc 12 VTF REVIEW OF MISSED ISSUES & TRENDS LIBRARY -0 Branch libraries for electronic resources only -0 Define basic versus enhanced services in electronic media -0 Adequate facilities - site carefully! (West/north). Review library location in light of population concentration Get more creative on library funding in balance with "free library" Funding allocation issues with electronic media & current WCCL5 allocation method -0 Hours of service PUBLIC WORKS -C> Water source - still need adequate future supply -t> Public education on need for services (i.e., water) -0 Development of parks in the City (split current goal of parks & recreation in two) -t> Clear plan to acquire open space including financial component VTF REVIEW FROM 04/27/00 -0 LIBRARY What do you consider basic service versus enhanced services in the Library? ImA/visioning/vtf spring results.doc 13