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03/12/2025 - Agenda City of Tigard | 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 | 503-639 -4171 | www.tigard-or.gov | Page 1 of 1 City of Tigard Town Center Advisory Commission Agenda MEETING DATE/TIME: March 12, 2025— 6:00 to 7:50 p.m. HYBRID MEETING INFORMATION: In-person: Red Rock Creek Conference Room, 13125 SW Hall Blvd. or MS Teams: https://www.tigard-or.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/1949/637770827974830260 1. CALL TO ORDER/INTRODUCTIONS/NEW MEMBERS Chair Velasquez 6:00 2. CONSIDER MINUTES Chair Velasquez 6:05 3. CALL FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS Chair Velasquez 6:10 4. PUBLIC COMMENT Chair Velasquez 6:15 5. FOLLOW UP FROM PREVIOUS MEETING Sean Farrelly 6:20 6. JOINT TCAC/TCDA BOARD MEETING DEBRIEF Chair Velasquez 6:25 7. FINALIZE FY 25-26 STRATEGIC PLAN (ACTION ITEM) Sean/Chair 6:35 8. COORDINATION WITH TTAC Sean/Chair 6:55 9. DEVELOPMENT ASSITANCE PROCESS Sean Farrelly 7:15 10. PROJECT UPDATES Sean Farrelly 7:30 11. LIAISON REPORTS All 7:40 12. NON-AGENDA ITEMS All 7:45 13. ADJOURN BUSINESS MEETING Chair Velasquez 7:50 *EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Town Center Advisory Commission may go into Executive Session to discuss real property transaction negotiations under ORS 192.660(2) (e). All discussions are confidential and those present may disclose nothing from the Session. Representatives of the news media are allowed to attend Executive Sessions, as provided by ORS 192.660(4), but must not discl ose any information discussed. No Executive Session may be held for the purpose of taking any final action or making any final decision. Executive Sessions are closed to the public. Upcoming meetings of note: Wed., April 9, 6:00 p.m., Regular TCAC Meeting Related websites and information: Tigard TIF Districts Tigard Construction Updates The City of Tigard tries to make all reasonable modifications to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to participate equally in all city meetings. Upon request, the city will do its best to arrange for the following services/equipment: • Assistive listening devices. • Qualified sign language interpreters. • Qualified bilingual interpreters. Because the city may need to hire outside service providers or arrange for specialized equipment, those requesting services/equipment should do so as far in advance as possible, but no later than 3 city work days prior to the meeting. To make a request, call 503-718-2481 (voice) or 503-684-2772 (TDD- Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf). Page 1 of 2 CITY OF TIGARD TOWN CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION Meeting Minutes February 12, 2025 Members Present: Alvin Bautista, Sarah Erickson, John Goodhouse (Alternate), Dan Hayes (Alternate), JoJo Keating, Michele Powers, Sarah Serata, Elise Shearer, Chris Sjolin, Bob Tomasovic (Vice Chair), and Gabe Velasquez (Chair). Members Absent: Patty Lofgren, and Arlie Peyton. Staff Present: City Attorney Shelby Rihala, Community Development Director Sambo Kirkman, Redevelopment Project Manager Sean Farrelly, Project Manager Windol Cador, and Sr. Administrative Specialist Joe Patton. Others Present : TCAC Council Liaison Council or Yi-Kang Hu and Alternate Liaison Councilor Jake Schlack . 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Velasquez called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. The meeting was held in Town Hall with a hybrid MS Teams option. 2. CONSIDER MINUTES The January 8, 2025, TCAC Minutes were unanimously approved. 3. CALL FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS – N/A 4. PUBLIC COMMENT – N/A 5. FOLLOW UP FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS Sean noted the kitchen remodel for Family Promise has not yet been completed. It is part of a larger renovation project that includes adding fire sprinklers to all areas of the building . 6. EXECUTIVE SESSION TRAINING Sean noted that Executive Session is sometimes required for TCAC and City Council to discuss specific exempt topics, such as real estate negotiations. Shelby gave a presentation that included What is an executive session, Real property transactions, Exemp t public records, and Why does confidentiality matter. 7. DOWNTOWN/TRIANGLE PARKING UPDATE Sambo presented the proposed timeline for the parking pilot project . She noted staff gathered additional information from business owners in Downtown and the Triangle. The opinions were widely varied. The first two months would involve additional data collection, continued throughout. That will be followed by two months of educational awareness and two months of warnings. Council approved changing the time restriction hours from 8 am to 7 pm, Monday through Saturday. Parking citations for time overstays are $52. TOWN CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION February 12, 2025 Page 2 of 2 8. FINALIZE STRATEGIC PLAN Sean briefly reviewed the revised Strategic Plan included with the agenda. include a member of TCAC to serve on the Safe Streets Committee, under Connectivity and Access . Commissioners unanimously agree to defer final approval of the Strategic Plan until after the joint meeting with the TCDA Board so they can incorporate any recommendations. 9. PREP FOR FEB. 25 JOINT TCAC/TCDA BOARD MEETING Sean noted TCDA received the Annual Report in December. At the February 25 meeting the draft Strategic Plan will be presented. Commissioners were encouraged to attend in person. Sean will create the PowerPoint for the Strategic Plan goals for the TCAC to present. 10. PROJECT UPDATES Sean briefly reviewed the updates included with the agenda. 11. LIAISON REPORTS A. Gabe noted the Oregon Legislative session was underway. B. Bob noted there is a meeting on March 15 starting at 10 am to meet the design team and discuss the new Police and Public Works Facility . C. Chris noted that Kevin Bates stepped down from his role as TDA President as he purchased the First Bank of Tigard building and will pursue a grant from Oregon Main Street. Nick De Salvo is the new chair. 12. NON-AGENDA ITEMS – N/A 13. ADJOURN BUSINESS MEETING The meeting adjourned at 7:45 pm. Joe Patton, TCAC Meeting Secretary Gabe Velasquez, Chair 1 | P a g e Town Center Advisory Commission (TCAC) Tigard, Oregon Strategic Plan 2025-2026 Revised 1/16/25 Vision As a commission and through our TIF districts, we will enable, encourage and support redevelopment with the goal of creating an equitable community that is walkable, healthy, and accessible for everyone by all modes of transportation. Aspirational Goal Continue to facilitate and promote opportunities for the development of affordable housing, provide support for measures to reduce houselessness, provide support for equitable business development, and advance efforts toward improved walkability, equity, and connectivity within and between both TIF districts. Areas of Emphasis Equitable Business Development Connectivity and Access Housing and Shelter Strategies Advocate for stakeholders in both TIF districts using data collection, analysis and summary in the focus areas of: parking, safety, unconventional business opportunities, program and service awareness, and possible locations for business development. Support city’s goal to obtain funding to improve and take ownership of Hall Blvd. Support the city’s grant request for 72nd Ave. improvements. Look for other opportunities in the Triangle for pedestrian improvements. Support for physical facilities and additional shelter space and services for persons experiencing houselessness. Development of additional shelter space and affordable housing through a consciously-integrated programmatic response that includes the city, public and private entities, and local housing nonprofits working effectively in Tigard to address that deficiency. TCAC supports Tigard’s Strategic Priorities: • Set the standard for excellence in public service and customer experience. • Create a well-connected, attractive, and accessible pedestrian network. • Ensure that development and growth support the vision. Our plan will incorporate the principles of equity, environment, economy, engagement and excellence in our work as an advisory commission. The four goals of the City of Tigard City Council (2023-2025): 1) Reduce Houselessness 2) Address Climate Change 3) Enhance Community Safety and Access 4) Modernize and Improve City Services 2 | P a g e Area of Emphasis Equitable Business Development Aspirational Goals Safety and security for businesses in both TIF districts. Outreach programs for new businesses seeking to open in Tigard. A plan for unconventional business opportunity/development and support and for identifying potential locations for these businesses. Awareness of the current and needed services and resources available for equitable development. New, diverse and active participation in forums to better understand business and development needs and goals, including interest in expansion. *SUPPORTS CITY GOALS 3, 4 Strategies Advocate for stakeholders in all TIF districts using data collection, analysis and summary in the focus areas of: parking, safety, unconventional business opportunities, program and service awareness and possible locations for business development. Action Plans 1) Advocacy and Support for Business Owners in TIF Districts a. Communication process such as a survey or listening session with a data collection process to understand the needs for safety, security, beautification and interest in business expansion b. Ongoing support with business owners’ groups to continue conversations and communication in support of needs analysis c. TCAC member liaison attendance at TDA meetings to listen and learn the business needs of TIF District business owners 2) Analysis and Summary of the Parking Management a. Formal review of parking data report to be obtained by with enforcement activities b. Report-out to TCAC at a commission meeting with the analysis and potential next steps 3) Planning for Unconventional Business Opportunities a. Use community-generated list to make calls to potential businesses b. Create a plan and script to contact by phone with follow-up materials or calls c. Create outreach program with marketing materials and strategy for new TIF district businesses that can also be used to support recruitment of new businesses that the community wants i. Identify locations that would be viable for food carts or other unconventional businesses d. Develop an inventory/list of available current programs, services and resources that support TIF district businesses e.d. Work with social media coordinator and economic development manager to share inventory/list of available current programs, services and resources that support TIF district businessesmarketing strategies and resources. Potential KPI: Number of businesses contacted by TCAC members 3 | P a g e Area of Emphasis Connectivity and Access Aspirational Goals Adequately-funded, improved Hall Blvd., with Tigard ownership. Approved and activated grant funding for 72nd Ave improvement projects. Improved environmental impact and connectivity for pedestrian and multi-modal improvements between and within TIF districts. *SUPPORTS CITY GOALS 2, 3, 4 Strategies Advocate for funding in all TIF districts through intentional, strategic support in the form of letters of support, position statements and advisory recommendations to decision-makers. Active support for acquisition of Hall Blvd. by City of Tigard. Work with the Tigard Transportation Advisory Committee on walkability issues and potential solutions. Document and report on pertinent studies, such as the Red Rock Creek Trail Study, and legislative actions that may impact safety, pedestrian projects, walkability and wayfinding. Action Plans 1) Advocacy and Support for adequate connectivity, access, mobility and safety related funding: Hall Blvd and 72nd Ave Improvement projects a. Hall Blvd: Support adequate funding leading to enhanced community safety and accessibility for all modes of transportation for Hall Blvd. transfer of ownership b. 72nd Ave: Support for 72nd Ave. grant funding leading to enhanced community safety and accessibility for all modes of transportation 2) Active support for ownership of Hall Blvd. by the City of Tigard a. Support the securing of funding to complete transfer 3) Advocate and work with the Tigard Transportation Advisory Committee and other city committees on addressing walkability issues within and between two TIF districts a. TCAC representative serves on Safe Streets Task Force 4) Receive regular updates on the implementation of the Downtown wayfinding plan. Potential KPIs: Number of collaborative activities with TTAC Number of letters of support, testimonies supporting Hall Blvd. transfer/funding and 72nd Ave. funding 4 | P a g e Area of Emphasis Housing and Shelter Aspirational Goals Measurable improvements in available shelter and services to relieve the humanitarian crisis of houselessness. Measurable improvements in available affordable housing to address the deficit of rental housing inventory. Improved coordination of programs, providers and funding. *SUPPORTS CITY GOALS 1, 4 Strategies Attend, update, monitor, report and present with new and pertinent information from housing and houseless stakeholder groups. Coordinate and share information acting as liaisons to TCAC with local organizations to ensure information flow and coordination to improve efficiency. Develop suggested strategies and policies to address housing issues within the purview/scope of TCAC to City officials and decision makers. Support funding needs and development assistance available for shelter, transitional and affordable housing. Action Plans 1) Identify liaisons to attend regular housing and houseless stakeholder meetings. a. TCAC chair or alternate to attend CHART (Community Homeless Assessment & Response Team) meetings b. Designate time on the agenda for sharing information from affordable housing and community service providers 2) Monitor data obtained by City pursuant to desired outcome: “Grow Collaborative Partnerships” a. Monitor data obtained by City b. Arrange for presentations to TCAC by local, county, regional, and/or national experts i. Work with City staff to schedule TCAC presentation 3) Consider providing development assistance for affordable housing Potential KPIs: Number of housing related meetings/events attended by TCAC members Number of letters of support/testimonies supporting housing and shelter in TIF Districts City of Tigard • 13125 SW Hall Blvd. • Tigard, Oregon 97223 • 503.639.4171 • www.tigard-or.g ov | City of Tigard Town Center Development Agency Application for Re/Development Assistance Grant Page 1 of 5 The City of Tigard’s tax increment financing (TIF) District district agency — the Town Center Development Agency (T CDA) — is offering grant funding through the Re/Development Assistance program (RDAP) to incentivize and support private infrastructure investment that furthers equity goals and maximizes community benefits. This grant provides funding for eligible infrastructure development costs of for up to the lesser of 10 percent of the total project cost, up to or a maximum grant amount of $1,000,000. All grants are subject to funding availability and the final approval of the TCDA Board. Eligible Participants Grant recipients may be the owner of the property or a developer with a binding agreement with a property owner to develop the property. Applicants must show they have the legal and financial capacity to complete the project and demonstrate prior project experience or partnerships with others with the relevant expertise. Eligibility Project Infrastructure Development Costs Eligible project infrastructure development costs, for which RDAP may be requested, are limited to: • System Development Charges (SDC); or • Project infrastructure improvements that are identified in the City of Tigard’s: o Capital Improvement Plan; or o Transportation Systems Plan. Eligible project infrastructure development costs must be documented in the budget in the project’s financial proforma. The scope of work for eligible project infrastructure improvements must be documented in the construction plans and specifications for the project. The construction (hard) cost of eligible project infrastructure improvements must be documented in the schedule of values for the project’s construction contract. Indirect development (soft) costs for eligible project infrastructure improvements must be documented in the budget in the project’s financial proforma. A transparent proration methodology for allocating soft costs to the eligible project infrastructure improvements must be documented by the applicant. Eligibility Conditions Applicants must meet the following minimum conditions to be eligible to apply for grant funding: • Grant is available to eligible applicants for eligible infrastructure development costs associated with new construction, redevelopment, or significant rehabilitation of commercial, mixed-use, temporary shelter, and multi-family housing projects. • The site must be located within either the Tigard Triangle or the City Center TIF District. • Program participants must have site control (fee simple ownership preferred; contract to purchase, ground lease, or other will be considered). • The proposed project should provide significant increases in density and/or employment. • Projects should be able to apply for a building permit and break ground within 3 years or less. • Funds are available for eligible Program Participants on a first-come, first-served basis. • Taxes or fees assessed by the City must be current. • The project must demonstrate a funding gap in the project financial pro forma (inclusive of eligible SDC waivers and the benefit of vertical housing development zone (VHDZ) tax abatement) that cannot be met through other sources. City of Tigard • 13125 SW Hall Blvd. • Tigard, Oregon 97223 • 503.639.4171 • www.tigard-or.g ov | City of Tigard Town Center Development Agency Application for Re/Development Assistance Grant Page 2 of 5 Program Criteria Projects Applications will be scored based on the attributes of their project, and, particularly, how each project’s attributes compare to the equitable development goals established for the applicable TIF Districtsdistrict. The scoring criteria have been designed to reward a range of potential attributes that are connected to the TIF District Equitable Development goals, with the highest priority goal (for this program) of promoting affordable housing receiving the most points. Housing projects are awarded the most points. Projects that include both affordable and mixed-income housing units can secure a multiplier (total points accumulated for housing units is are multiplied by 1.5). Market-rate housing-only projects can secure grants, but only if they provide a significant number of units and some “other” (non-housing related) project benefits to get to 200 points. Mixed-use projects that provide public amenities or ground-floor economic opportunities are encouraged. Market-rate housing can generate a maximum of 150 points. Modest-scale projects, and incremental development are encouraged. Non-residential (retail, commercial, office, other) projects can qualify for RDAP grants if they provide project amenities that meet the “other” goals, as described below. The RDAP Program Criteria rewards projects that provide benefits consistent with other adopted goals: 1. Provides Public Amenities, includes a public plaza or gathering space of 2,000 square feet or more, or publicly accessible amenities that exceed the requirements of the Tigard Development Code. 2. Promotes High-quality, Pedestrian-friendly Urban Design, including high-quality landscaping and architecture and/or other elements beyond current requirements. Final determination of whether a project meets this criterion will be made at the staff’s discretion and may be appealed to the TIF District AgencyTCDA. 3. Provides Equitable Economic Opportunities, either at the project’s completion or during construction (e.g., by employing at least 30 percent Disadvantaged, Minority, Women, Service-Disabled and Emerging Small Businesses (D/M/W/SV/ESB)). A project may also provide at least one-third of a project’s total commercial space—but at leastnot less than 1,000 square feet of the project’s commercial space—at below-market-rate rent (details subject to an agreement). 4. Contributes to Placemaking and Local Identity through art, wayfinding, or other relevant components. Projects may qualify if they are mixed-use developments that include a predetermined substantial and verifiable proportion of the building’s frontage used for active commercial frontage. Final determination of whether a project meets this criterion will be made at the staff’s discretion and may be appealed to the TIF District AgencyTCDA. 5. Improves Multimodal Conditions through transit-oriented development or multimodal transportation and/or transit elements beyond what is required in City of Tigard development review process. Generally, projects that provide amenities above and beyond “standard development practice” will qualify. Specifically, a project may must be located within 0.5 miles of frequent transit, provide more than double the amount of bicycle parking required by the Development Code, provide transit passes to residents and/or employees, and provide a predetermined proportion of all parking spaces for car share and electric vehicle charging. 6. Mitigates Environmental or Stormwater Issues in the TIF District Area beyond what is required on the project site by being certified as meeting LEED, Earth Advantage, or similar green building program (with staff approval) and/or the . inclusion of solar panels. The project may also advance a stormwater project as described in the City of Tigard’s Capital Improvement Plan, with an investment of at least $100,000. Projects may also qualify with similar investments in green infrastructure stormwater mitigation, such as tree infiltration trenches, green roofs, porous pavement or pavers, or bioretention. 7. Located in a Priority Area of the TIF District. As determined by Tigard staff, specific areas of TIF Districts are identified as priorities to incentivize development clusters. The priority area may rotate or change over time at the staff’s discretion. City of Tigard • 13125 SW Hall Blvd. • Tigard, Oregon 97223 • 503.639.4171 • www.tigard-or.g ov | City of Tigard Town Center Development Agency Application for Re/Development Assistance Grant Page 3 of 5 Evaluation Criteria The RDAP scoring matrix is shown below. Projects must earn a minimum of 200 points to qualify. If the City receives multiple applications simultaneously and cannot fund all projects at the maximum grant amount, the point system may be used to rank projects and allocate funds. Project Attribute/Criteria Points Description Housing and Housing Affordability Regulated affordable housing at 80% AMI or below 10 Per unit, no max.max. of 150 points. Temporary Shelter 1 Per shelter bed provided Market-rate housing 1 Per unit, max of 150 points. Mixed-income housing project (At least 20% regulated affordable housing and 20% market-rate housing) Multi- plier (x1.5) Mixed-income projects will receive 1.5 times the total number of points earned in the regulated affordable housing and market-rate housing categories above. Other TIF Goals For each of the following 3530 Each 1. Public Amenities Provide amenities above and beyond City standards, including public plaza. 2.High-Quality Urban Design Provide high-quality landscaping and architecture and/or other elements beyond what Tigard currently requires. 3. Equitable Economic Opportunities D/M/W/SV/ESB contractors; below-market commercial rent. 4. Placemaking and Local Identity Active frontage, art, wayfinding. 5. Improves Multimodal Conditions Transit proximity, bike infrastructure, etc. 6. Mitigates Env. or Stormwater Issues Green building standards (e.g. LEED), green infrastructure. 7. Located in a Priority Area Specific area requirements. Minimum Points to Qualify for RDAP 200 Re/Development Assistance Application Review Process 1. Applicant/developer submits an application with the information listed above, the assistance askrequest, and the project financial information, including pro forma. 2. Staff makes a recommendation on whether to approve the application and the level of funding to the Town Center Advisory Commission, which, in turn, makes a formal recommendation to the Town Center Development AgencyTCDA Board. 3. This grant amount and associated requirements are memorialized in a Development Agreement, which is then considered by the Town Center Development AgencyTCDA Board. All grants are subject to funding availability and the final approval of the TCDA Board. City of Tigard • 13125 SW Hall Blvd. • Tigard, Oregon 97223 • 503.639.4171 • www.tigard-or.g ov | City of Tigard Town Center Development Agency Application for Re/Development Assistance Grant Page 4 of 5 Application This application is required for consideration to receive a grant as part of the Re/Development Assistance Program. This program uses a competitive selection process that scores applications based on criteria outlined above. Applicant Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Property Address: ______________________________________________________________________________ Applicant Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________ Email: _______________________________________________________ Property Owner Name (if different from applicant):_____________________________________________________ Property Owner Mailing Address: ___________________________________________________________________ Property Owner Phone: ____________________________ Email: ______________________________________ What is the amount of your grant funding request (limited toeligible infrastructure development costs of up to the lesser of 10% of total project cost or $1 million, whichever is lower)? _______________________________________________ Along with your application, p lease attach a narrative description (up to two pages) that includes the following information: • Explain how specific program criteria are addressed by your proposed project: o Include a description of the eligible infrastructure and its associated costs. • Number of units (if any). • Number of affordable/market-rate units (if any). • Square feetTotal gross building area (sq. ft.) of development. • Amenities. • Project type: o Residential/mixed-use. o Market-rate/affordable/mixed-income. o Commercial. o Other. • Expected project cost - proposed source of funding, including evidence of match (if applicable). City of Tigard • 13125 SW Hall Blvd. • Tigard, Oregon 97223 • 503.639.4171 • www.tigard-or.g ov | City of Tigard Town Center Development Agency Application for Re/Development Assistance Grant Page 5 of 5 Certification by Applicant The applicant certifies that all information in this application, and all information fur nished in support of this application, is given for the purpose of obtaining a matching grant and is true and complete to the best of the applicant’s knowledge and belief. If the applicant is not the owner of the property to be rehabilitated/developed, or if the applicant is not the sole owner of the property, the applicant certifies that s/he has the authority to sign and enter into an agreement to perform the rehabilitation/development work on the property. Evidence of this authority must be attached. Applicant Signature: __________________________________________________________ Print Name: _____________________________________________ Date: ___________________ Owner Signature (if not applicant): _______________________________________________ Print Name: _____________________________________________ Date: ___________________ Print, sign, scan, and email to: Sean Farrelly, Redevelopment Manager sean@tigard-or.gov 3/5/25 TIF District Project Updates City Center TIF District 1. Universal Plaza • Punch list items 2. Main Street at Fanno (AVA) project • All but one of the apartments are leased • Plumbing permit for café space issued, construction work continues 3. City Center Building Improvement Grants • 2 grants so far in FY24-25 • New inquiries received 4. Nick Wilson Memorial Plaza (Fanno Creek Overlook) • Cost estimate being reviewed 5. City Facilities Consolidation (only parking structure is TIF funded) • New Public Works/Police facility being planned • Future of PW building site TBD 6. Downtown Reimagined • Development code amendments will be worked on 2025 7. Downtown Parking Strategy • Data collection has started • Additional outreach will occur 8. Hall Blvd • Lobbyists, staff and elected officials are engaged on the Jurisdictional Transfer/ funding at the Legislature. Uncertainty if an overall Transportation bill will pass this session. • The total costs is currently estimated at $81M, and includes a $50M ask from the state legislature, $18.5M of work currently programed by ODOT, and a $12.5M local match by City of Tigard. 9. Just Compassion Access Center • Project ribbon cutting on March 19 10. Fanno Creek Trail Lighting • Pre-application conference scheduled Tigard Triangle TIF District 1. A Bridge to Home (FPTV) • Construction of kitchen renovations likely completed in April 2. Red Rock Creek Trail Planning • Investigating grants for construction 3. Parks • Agency investigating properties • REACH pocket park delayed for a few months 4. Opportunity Fund (matching grants) • A total of 4 grants made (2 restaurants) so far in FY24-25 5. 72nd Avenue • Preliminary design work underway 6. Mixed Use Path over Highway 217 • No update 7. REACH/Dartmouth Crossing North • Building construction underway. Spring lease up anticipated • Offsite pedestrian improvements will be done with Phase 2 8. Tigard Cinemas Property • PacTrust working on concept plan 10. CPAH Woodland Hearth • Construction underway