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02/21/2007 - Packet City Center Advisory Commission Wednesday February 21, 2007 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Community Room #4 Permit Center, Cite Hall 13125 SVS Hall Blvd. Agenda 1. Welcome and Introductions 6:30-6:33 pm 2. Approve :Minutes 6:33-6:30 3. Information update: 6:50-7:20 Decision item.; • Downtown Updates-decision • Recruitment for new members Discussion items • CCAC"Terms • Fanno Steering Committee • Fanno Consultant Selection • NI TIP Projects • Form-Based Code Consultant Presentation • Fanno Creek Park Land acquisition 4. CCAC .-annual Report—Presentation to Council: Decision 7:20-7:35 3. Main St. Demonstration Project—Lighting/Tree Installation 7:33-7:30 6. Work Priorities / Schedule (Feb–June 07): Dif,-ussion 7:30-8:03 7. Marketing/ Land assembly—Developer Outreach 8:03-8:20 8. Other Business 8:20-8:30 a TIGARD Minutes for CCAC Meeting Date of Meeting: February 21, 2007 Name of Committee: CITY CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION Location: Permit Center - #4 Conference Room, 13125 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard Minutes: Doreen Laughlin, Administrative Specialist II Called to order by: Chairman Carl Switzer Time Started: 6:40PM Time Ended: 9:05PM Commissioners Present: Carolyn Barkley; Alexander Craghead; Lily Lilly; Alice Ellis Gaut; Suzanne Gallagher; Chairman Carl Switzer Commissioners Absent: Ralph Hughes (Alternate); Roger Potthoff Others Present: Lisa Olson, Interested party Staff Present: Phil Nachbar, Senior Planner; Doreen Laughlin, City Admin Specialist II Agenda Item #1: Welcome and Introductions: No introductions were needed as there was no one new in attendance. Important Discussion and/or Comments: None Action Items (Follow-Up or Votes): None Agenda Item #2: Approve Minutes Important Discussion and/or Comments: It was moved and seconded that the minutes for the January 10, 2007 meeting be approved. While looking over the minutes, there was renewed discussion about conferences related to sustainability, and newsletter memberships for CCAC members. Phil Nachbar reported he had spoken to Tom Coffee, Director of Community Development, about possible conference attendance, memberships, and/or subscriptions to relevant newsletters. He said it was important they get these things into the budget now as it is being developed. It was decided the CCAC would like memberships in organizations (like Urban Land Institute) that would CCAC Meeting Minutes for February 21,2007 Page 1 of 5 11us meeting,in its entiret},is available im audio cassette in the Nnnit center,and is retained for one Vicar. I:Af.ltl'1.N\DOWN'I'C)W \CC:�C Mectings 2007\CC:1C Fcb 21 117\(:CAC hfecting,\linutes 2-21-07.doe provide them with regular publications, so they can continue to educate themselves. They would also like some money budgeted for conferences within the region. There was some discussion about missing CCAC members and attendance. Action Items (Follow-Up or Votes): • The minutes were voted on, and approved unanimously,with no amendments. • Nachbar will check to find the availability and costs of possible conferences and relevant newsletter for subscriptions. They will make a decision by the March meeting so it will be done in time to get into the budget. • Chairman Switzer will call alternate Ralph Hughes to find out whether he's still interested in being the alternate for CCAC. Agenda Item #3: Information Update: Important Discussion and/or Comments: Phil Nachbar led a discussion about the following: • Downtown Updates: There was discussion about future bi-monthly updates (informal open houses) and whether they should be continued. It was pointed out these should not be held unless there is something new the City is trying to communicate. One of the commissioners suggested if and when these meetings are held,it is important the person running them be skilled in the running of meetings and in holding the attention of attendees. It was noted everything needs to be clearly and professionally communicated in these meetings. Mr. Nachbar offered the alternative view that these meetings were intended to be informal, and a way to simply provide a way to keep people up to date. It was intended to be informal so that people would feel comfortable talking at the meetings. • The commissioners agreed they also need to explore different ways of getting the "big picture" shown. The following ideas were put forth as possible vehicles of getting the word out: o Targeted mailings —postcards with information and website location o Information kiosks 0 4 or 5 known "outpost" areas on Main Street where the latest information is posted o Downtown newsletter o Electronic newsletter o "8 touch points" concept o Tigard Time • CCAC Terms: There was some discussion about the open CCAC positions and who might fill them. It was mentioned it would be nice to have at least one other business/property owner on the CCAC. The commissioners expressed a desire for a CCAC Meeting Minutes for February 21,2007 Page 2 of 5 This meeting,in its entirety,is available on audio cassette in the Permit Center,and is retained for one year. C:\Documents and Settings\sewn\Desktop\CCAC Meeting Minutes 2-21-07.doc person with a strong business presence, or perhaps a real estate person, as a future commissioner. Chairman Switzer pointed out the importance of filling the positions with people who are committed to attending the required meetings faithfully, with a desire to serve and make a difference. There was discussion about the CCAC "Planning Commission" slot and whether it was practical, or reasonable, to ask a Planning Commissioner to attend both Planning Commission meetings and CCAC meetings. There was discussion about amending the CCAC Bylaws requirement for a Planning Commission member slot on the CCAC and changing it to a position for a Tigard citizen with relevant professional experience. Nachbar noted that staff will identify potential candidates and attempt to solicit the interest of possible new members. • Fanno Steering Committee—is comprised of- Dan Dolan (Downtown), Chuck O'Leary (Downtown),Alice Ellis Gaut (CCAC), Carl Switzer (Chair, CCAC), Mike Freudenthal (Parks Board),Trisha Swanson (Parks Board), Eugene Butera (Neighborhoods), Lisa Olson (at-large), Brian Wegener (at-large), Mike Swanda (1St alternate), Meg Schulz (2"d alternate). The Steering Committee's meeting schedule was discussed and Nachbar related that the group would meet four times at critical points in the master planning process. • Fanno Creek Consultant Selection—Nachbar noted the Fanno Creek consultant selection will most likely be made soon and he was pleased with the caliber of candidates. • MTIP Projects —Commissioner Craghead related his experience in attending Tuesday's meeting regarding MTIP projects. He noted the amount available is $2.5 million. Commissioner Ellis Gaut said only one of the two projects made the "final cut" - "Greenstreets" made it, but not the "Transit Center." • Form based code Consultant Presentation: There will be a consultant informational presentation on form-based codes on Monday, February 26th. This will be in the form of a joint meeting at Town Hall. The attendees will be the Planning Commission, CCAC, and interested parties. • Fanno Creek Park Land Acquisition: There was discussion about acquisition of flood plain properties needed to expand the park boundaries. It was noted by Nachbar that this land is not developable. Action Items (Follow-Up or Votes): Regarding CCAC membership requirements - the following motion was made. "The CCAC recommends City Council amend the CCAC Bylaws as follows: Eliminate the compositional requirement for a Planning Commission representative but, rather, fill that position with a Tigard resident who possesses relevant professional expertise which could include, but is not limited to, for example, real estate development, land use planning, affordable housing, environmental design." The motion was seconded and passed unanimously. CCAC Meeting minutes for February 21,2007 Page 3 of 5 This meeting,in its entirety,is available on audio cassette in the Permit Center,and is retained for one year. CADocuments and Settings\lean\Desktop\CCAC Meeting Minutes 2-21-07.doc Agenda Item #4: CCAC Annual Report— Presentation to Council: Decision Important Discussion and/or Comments: Phil reported that Tuesday, the 27`h of February,is the date the CCAC is scheduled to present the 2006 Annual Report of the CCAC to Council. He noted he'd made the recommended changes and the final document had been emailed to CCAC members. (Exhibit A). Action Items (Follow-Up or Votes): Commissioner Ellis Gaut will attend the joint meeting on the 27h and present the CCAC 2006 Annual Report to Council. Agenda Item #5: Main St. Demonstration Project—Lighting/Tree Installation Important Discussion and/or Comments: There was discussion about the temporary installation of landscaping and lights on a portion of Main Street. Nachbar noted this is a project that had been discussed with the CCAC about 6 to 8 months earlier. At that time it had been decided they would go forward with this and now City Engineer, Gus Duenas,is ready to go forward and needs to know which streetlights to use. Nachbar distributed to the commissioners photos of possible streetlights for the project. It was noted whatever they go with on this demonstration would be what would eventually be permanently installed on Main Street. Of the pictures Nachbar presented, there were three PGE sanctioned lights. They decided on one with a black stripe across the top (exhibit B). There was also some discussion as to where trees should be planted in this demonstration area. It was mentioned that a decision as to a streetlight had already been made as part of the Streetscape Group, and that the light chosen for the Commuter Rail project was the light chosen. Action Items (Follow-Up or Votes): It was recommended that, for this demonstration, the trees and streetlights be placed on the southeast side of Main Street between Fanno Creek and the railroad tracks. Nachbar said he would follow up to identify what, if any, streetlight has already been chosen. Agenda Item #6: Work Priorities/Schedule (Feb —June 07) Important Discussion and/or Comments: Nachbar discussed the Tigard Downtown Work Program (Exhibit C). Chairman Switzer pointed out the CCAC is definitely interested in the design guidelines. Nachbar said that the group would be participating with the Planning Commission which is the identified committee assigned to make land use recommendations to the City Council. Nachbar mentioned there will be a feasibility study done on the Urban Creek/Green Corridor. He noted there is interest in the Farmers Market operating at the Chamber of Commerce parking lot in the Downtown as a mid-week event. The City is assessing the needs identified and whether there are any foreseen problems. Action Items (Follow-Up or Votes): None. CCAC Meeting Minutes for February 21,2007 Page 4 of 5 This meeting,in its entirety,is available on audio cassette in the Permit Center,and is retained for one year. CADocuments and Settings\sewn\Desktop\CCAC Meeting Minutes 2-21-07.doc Agenda Item #7: Marketing/Land Assembly—Developer Outreach Important Discussion and/or Comments Nachbar mentioned he had an initial meeting with the OPUS development firm and they have shown interest in the Downtown. He indicated that it was good to get some initial impressions from a developer and he will continue making contact with firms to establish a basis for future relationships. One of the issues mentioned by OPUS was the need to create land use regulations that could serve as incentives to develop. As an example, the idea of"up- zoning" properties to increase values by land use might encourage investors to purchase properties they might otherwise not. There was further discussion about providing information to developers so they can evaluate the market and potential. Mr. Nachbar said that given staff availability, the City would assemble this information, and a general strategy for getting it to the market. If done,this would occur over the next 4 months prior to the end of the fiscal year. Action Items (Follow-Up or Votes): Agenda Item #8: Other Business: Important Discussion and/or Comments: The March meeting is set for Wednesday, March 10. Commissioner Ellis Gaut informed the other commissioners she will be unable to attend that meeting. Action Items (Follow-Up or Votes): Meeting was adjourned at 9:05pm. Doreen Laughlin,lerT'AdvQ4. Specialist II ATTEST: C air an Carl Switz CCAC Meeting Minutes for February 21,2007 Page 5 of 5 This meeting in its entirety,is available on audio cassette in the Permit Center,and is retained for one year. C:\Documents and Settings\sean\Desktop\CCAC Meeting Minutes 2-21-07.doc Exhibit A 2006 Annual Report of the City Center Advisory Commission The 2006 calendar year marks the first annual report of the Commission as set forth in Section 11 of the new By Laws. This year also began the prioritization,funding,and implementation of key projects identified in prior planning efforts. With the adoption of the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan in September 2005,the Urban Renewal Plan in December 2005,and the passing of the Urban Renewal Ballot Measure in May of 2006,the ground work was completed to begin a more formal strategy for the Downtown. In August 2006,the City Center Development Agency (CCDA) adopted the Downtown Implementation Strategy,which will guide the City's policies and work program for the Downtown over a three (3)year period. The Strategy and work program will be updated annually. The year began with extensive citizen involvement to inform the public about the upcoming Ballot Measure in May 2006,in which voters would decide whether Tax Increment Financing (Urban Renewal) could be used in the Downtown. The vote passed with a 65%majority. The CCAC became involved with efforts to inform the public and participated in the production of a video about the Downtown Plan and Urban Renewal. There were several key projects in which the CCAC was directly involved. These projects included Commuter Rail,the upgrade of a shelter for the new Commuter Rail Station,the Downtown Implementation Strategy,a preliminary framework study for new land use regulations and design guidelines for Downtown,the formation of new By Laws,two Metro Transportation Improvement Projects(MTIP)in Downtown,and the Fanno Creek Park Master Plan Request for Proposals (RFP). From June to September,the Commission worked on a bi-weekly schedule to review and provide policy direction for the development of preliminary land use /design guidelines for Downtown.The Commission is concerned about the impact of development proposals that will be submitted to the City prior to adopting new regulations. Such proposals have the possibility of being"out of sync"with the Downtown Plan,and could obstruct efforts to implement parts of the Plan. As a result,the Commission crafted a letter to potential development applicants in the Downtown,encouraging their adherence to the intent of the Downtown Plan. The letter,now with City Council approval,will be provided at all pre- application meetings for Downtown projects with staff present to explain how applicants can design their projects to be in line with anticipated the design guidelines for Downtown. The Commission had three recommendations that were added to the preliminary set of land use and design guidelines. The CCAC recommended that staff 1) evaluate the use of a "form-based code",2)include height restrictions and a "view corridor" from 99W into Downtown,and 3) develop design guidelines that address the "architectural character"of a traditional Main Street. The Commission is very much in favor of developing a traditional Main Street. A"form-based code"is a new regulatory means of defining architectural criteria in graphic format. In addition,the Commission actively participated in two Outreach Open Houses to update and inform Downtown business and property owners about progress being made and the new regulations being undertaken. The direct efforts of CCAC members were instrumental in gaining attendance and developing relationships that may be helpful to the Downtown mission. Several Downtown business and property owners from these meetings have shown interest in participating in upcoming efforts. Obtaining the support of 2006 CCAC Annual Report Page 1 Downtown business and property owners will be critical to the future success of Downtown projects. The Commission worked with Staff to assist in the promotion of two MTIP projects which were identified for Downtown: 1)Main Street Retrofit,the redesign and reconstruction of approximately one half of Main Street in accordance with"Green Street" standards,and 2) Tigard Transit Center Redesign,a master plan to redesign the existing bus station and surrounding area for redevelopment,more efficient bus use,and pedestrian use. The CCAC wrote a letter of support to Metro,which was signed by all of its members. Several members and others made presentations at the Metro"listening posts"at locations in Beaverton and Downtown Portland to provide public testimony for these projects. The projects could significantly improve progress in the Downtown and both are still in the running. A decision will be forthcoming in March,2007. The Downtown Implementation Strategy was prepared by Staff and then reviewed and revised with input from the Commission. The Commission played the important role of ensuring that the projects and ideas in the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan were incorporated appropriately into the Strategy. The Strategy was endorsed by the Commission,and adopted by the City Center Development Agency in August of 2006. With the passage of the Urban Renewal Ballot Measure in May,the Commission's future became more secure,and the need for a redefinition of its mission was warranted. The Commission and staff drafted its By Laws and submitted them to Council for revision. The result is a set of By Laws with which both City Council and the Commission are comfortable, and ones for which the Commission feels a personal sense of ownership. They were adopted by Council in October 2006. One of the key projects begun in 2006 is the Fanno Creek Park and Public Use Master Plan Area Request for Proposals (RFP). The RFP was issued in late November 2006,with proposals due in mid January 2007. The Commission has taken particular interest in the master plan,and looks forward to the role it will play in facilitating broad community support. The Chair of the CCAC will act as Chair of the Fanno Creek Park/Plaza Steering Committee. The design of a central public gathering space that truly meets the long-term needs and desires of the community is an important objective and will become our mission. Additional Recommendations to Council: In order to better carry out its mission,the City Center Advisory Commission requests that the City Center Development Agency make additional resources available through professional memberships and access to outside expertise,events,and publications. Signed Carl Switzer,Chair,City Center Advisory Commission 2006 CCAC Annual Report Page 2 D t t 4 uJ 0 . i t p _•�tf1. 4 r. •� �,., Ci, ys r. '•its BID SCHEDULE February 13, 2007 MAIN STREET SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS FROM BURNHAM STREET TO COMMERCIAL STREET ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE ITEM BID UNIT TOTAL NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT SCHEDULE A 1 MOBILIZATION `**** L.S. ***** $5,000.00 2 TRAFFIC CONTROL '**`* L.S. ***** $8,000.00 3 REMOVE CONCRET ISLAND ***** L.S. **"** $1,300.00 4 REMOVE EXIST STREET LIGHT 4 E.A. $500.00 $2,000.00 5 RELOCATE EXISTING STREET LIGHT(COMPLETE) 1 E.A. $8,500.00 $8,500.00 6 REMOVE PARKING STRIPES 36 L.F. $2.00 $72.00 7 REMOVE HIGH VISIBILITY CROSSWALK 150 S.F. $2.00 $300.00 8 HIGH VISIBILITY CROSSWALK 140 S.F. $15.00 $2,100.00 9 PARKING STRIPE(PERMANENT) 36 L.F. $4.00 $144.00 10 CONSTRUCT CONCRETE ISLAND 153 S.F. $10.00 $1,530.00 11 STREET LIGHT(ACORN TYPE) 6 E.A. $5,000.00 $30,000.00 12 INSTALL SIGN ON NEW STREET LIGHT POLE 3 E.A. $75.00 $225.00 13 INSTALL SIGN(WITH POST) 5 E.A. $250.00 $1,250.00 PROJECT TOTAL ENGINEERS ESTIMATE $32,700 TO$40,000 1\ENG\2006-2007 FY CIPwaln Street Safety Improvementswain St Imp Cost Est.xls2/16/20072 38 PM p,ro Install stop Remove exist light pole Q W�' sign on new 4.1 Remove exist street light and and Install Acorn Install Acorn t9 lomp pole Install Acorn type lamp pole type lamp pole type street light r '` . : •. . . ,> ® © e AHEAD �I,I` Iv R ® Install sign on new MAIN STREET W New markings lamp pole m MAIN STREET -_= as needed =-_ Remove eixst lamp pole Relocate exist Remove eixst lamp AHEAD cobra head type pole and Install Install Acorn Type polI� Inseoll Acorn type lamp street light Acorn type lamp lamp pole and pole Install x—wolk sign on new pole ±200' Remove x—walk o Remove islon , ' markings & install — 150 LF < > parking strip AHEAD - 36 LF Remove parkin 70= stall strips y — 36 LF ..Install x-walk —'-- COMMERCIAL Install "NO markings — 140 STREET PARKING ±200' BE TWEEN 00 '~— SIGNS" sign — 2 EA. 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ATTENTION: Or low re wes you to follow rules adopted by the Oregon Ut.Y NotificaL Center. Those rules are set forth OREGON YANNIE T. NGUYEN. P.E. in OAR 952-001-0010 through OAR 952-001-0090 You may ✓ obtain copies of the rules by calling the center. � orCee'11'� uMuaa ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT (Note: the fel hone number for the Oregon Utility Notification G G�r 16. \9 J3125 S.W. HALL BLVD. cuter is (503232—tC�BEFORE 14�U 010 '9N Jy� 60 VOICED 503-639-4171 3 T NG oaoa FAX 503-624-0752 }-800-332-2344 veoccT No. WWW.WARD—OR.GOV EXPIRES: 12/31/--_-- EET SAFETY 14PROVEWENTs PRQECT MAYC 2006 Annual Report of the City Center Advisory Commission The 2006 calendar year marks the first annual report of the Commission as set forth in Section 11 of the new By Laws. This year also began the prioritization, funding,and implementation of key projects identified in prior planning efforts. With the adoption of the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan in September 2005,the Urban Renewal Plan in December 2005,and the passing of the Urban Renewal Ballot Measure in May of 2006,the ground work was completed to begin a more formal strategy for the Downtown. In August 2006,the City Center Development Agency(CCDA) adopted the Downtown Implementation Strategy,which will guide the City's policies and work program for the Downtown over a three(3)year period. The Strategt and work program will be updated annually. The year began with extensive citizen involvement to inform the public about the upcoming Ballot Measure in May 2006,in which voters would decide whether Tax Increment Financing (Urban Renewal)could be used in the Downtown. The vote passed with a 65%majority. The CCAC became involved with efforts to inform the public and participated in the production of a video about the Downtown Plan and Urban Renewal. There were several key projects in which the CCAC was directly involved. These projects included Commuter Rail,the upgrade of a shelter for the new Commuter Rail Station,the Downtown Implementation Strategy,a preliminary framework study for new land use regulations and design guidelines for Downtown,the formation of new By Laws,two Metro Transportation Improvement Projects (MfT1P)in Downtown,and the Fanno Creek Park Master Plan Request for Proposals (RFP). From June to September,the Commission worked on a bi-weekly schedule to review and provide policy direction for the development of preliminary-land use / design guidelines for Downtown.The Commission is concerned about the impact of development proposals that will be submitted to the City prior to adopting new regulations. Such proposals have the possibility of being"out of sync"with the Downtown Plan,and could obstruct efforts to implement parts of the Plan. As a result,the Commission crafted a letter to potential development applicants in the Downtown,encouraging their adherence to the intent of the Downtown Plan. The letter,now with City Council approval,will be provided at all pre- application meetings for Downtown projects with staff present to explain how applicants can design their projects to be in line with anticipated the design guidelines for Downtown. The Commission had three recommendations that were added to the preliminary set of land use and design guidelines. The CCAC recommended that staff. 1) evaluate the use of a "form-based code",2)include height restrictions and a "view corridor" from 99W into Downtown,and 3)develop design guidelines that address the"architectural character"of a traditional Main Street. The Commission is very much in favor of developing a traditional Main Street. A"form-based code"is a new regulatory-means of defining architectural criteria in graphic format. In addition,the Commission actively participated in two Outreach Open Houses to update and inform Downtown business and property owners about progress being made and the new regulations being undertaken. The direct efforts of CCAC members were instrumental in gaining attendance and developing relationships that may be helpful to the Downtown mission. Several Downtown business and property owners from these meetings have shown interest in participating in upcoming efforts. Obtaining the support of 2006 CCAC Annual Report Page I Downtown business and property owners will be critical to the future success of Downtown projects. The Commission worked with Staff to assist in the promotion of two MTIP projects which were identified for Downtown: 1) Main Street Retrofit,the redesign and reconstruction of approximately one half of Main Street in accordance with"Green Street"standards,and 2) Tigard Transit Center Redesign,a master plan to redesign the existing bus station and surrounding area for redevelopment,more efficient bus use,and pedestrian use. The CCAC wrote a letter of support to Metro,which was signed by all of its members. Several members and others made presentations at the Metro"listening posts"at locations in Beaverton and Downtown Portland to protide public testimony for these projects. The projects could significantly improve progress in the Downtown and both are still in the running. A decision will be forthcoming in March,2007. The Downtown Implementation Strategy was prepared by Staff and then reviewed and revised with input from the Commission. The Commission played the important role of ensuring that the projects and ideas in the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan were incorporated appropriately into the Strategy. The Strategy was endorsed by the Commission,and adopted by the City Center Development Agency in August of 2006. With the passage of the Urban Renewal Ballot Measure in May,the Commission's future became more secure,and the need for a redefinition of its mission was warranted. The Commission and staff drafted its By Laws and submitted them to Council for revision. The result is a set of By Laws with which both City Council and the Commission are comfortable, and ones for which the Commission feels a personal sense of ownership. They were adopted by Council in October 2006. One of the key projects begun in 2006 is the Fanno Creek Park and Public Use Master Plan Area Request for Proposals(RFT'). The RFP was issued in late November 2006,with proposals due in mid January 2007. The Commission has taken particular interest in the master plan,and looks forward to the role it will play in facilitating broad community support. The Chair of the CCAC will act as Chair of the Fanno Creek Park/Plaza Steering Committee. The design of a central public gathering space that truly meets the long-term needs and desires of the community is an important objective and will become our mission. .Additional Recommendations to Council: In order to better carry out its mission,the City Center Advisory Commission requests that the City Center Development Agency make additional resources available through professional memberships and access to outside expertise,events,and publications. Signed Carl Switzer,Chair,City Center Advisory Commission 2006 CCAC Annual Report Page 2 qT. 7 i MEMORANDUM TIGARD TO: Planning Commission and City Center Advisory Commission FROM: Sean Farrelly,Associate Planner RE: February 26th Joint Planning Commission/ City Center Advisory Commission Meeting DATE: February 14, 2007 Purpose This memo outlines the existing regulatory framework and the proposals for a new Land Use program for the Downtown Urban Renewal Area. Introduction The City is engaged in developing new Comprehensive Plan goals and policies, plan and zoning map designations,and development code regulations for the Downtown Urban Renewal District. The goal is to provide a land use and urban design program to guide the development of a walkable,vibrant,mixed-use urban village as detailed in the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan (TDIP). As part of this process, a joint Planning Commission- City Center Advisory Commission meeting has been scheduled for February 26th. A presentation by architecture and urban design consultants will be made at this meeting to outline options for new design regulations for new development in the Downtown Urban Renewal Area. Background/Discussion Current Re lator�- Context Currently,most of the Urban Renewal District is zoned Central Business District (CBD) a mixed-use commercial zone,which allows a wide variety of uses,including residential up to R-40 density. 14% of the land area is occupied by nonconforming industrial uses, (sic of these properties are specifically permitted to continue as Industrial uses in the Tigard Community Development Code.) There are also a few additional Interim requirements for new development in the CBD zone. The section of the district north of Highway 99W is zoned General Commercial and Professional Commercial,which do not permit residential uses. There are also five properties on Hall Boulevard zoned R-4.5 which allows only residential uses. Options for New Regulations The TDIP includes recommendations for updating the Downtown development code, specifically six new mixed-use zoning districts and design regulations for new development. The CCAC has endorsed these six new zones with some modifications and a framework for design guidelines. Comprehensive Plan A necessary first step in the process of changing the Downtown development code is to update the Goals, Policies, and Action Measures for the Downtown chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. The Planning Commission and the CCAC have reviewed a draft of the proposed changes, and their comments have been incorporated. On March 19, 2007, a public hearing with the Planning Commission will be held to consider these proposed changes. If recommended for approval, the City Council will hold a public hearing to make a decision. Land Use Designations/Development.Standards New zones will detail permitted land uses and requirements for public facilities, parking, height, floor area ratios,etc. The creation of new zones will require careful drawing of boundaries, consideration of how to treat nonconforming uses, and minimizing the potential for generating Measure 37 claims. Design Regulations The creation of an urban design program will require addressing additional questions. Urban design regulations typically take the form of objective "design standards" and/or discretionary "design guidelines." These regulations seek to codify principles of good urban design, by ensuring that new buildings are of appropriate mass and scale and are designed to create a good pedestrian environment. An issue to be decided is the administrative format of the new regulations. The development review process must conform to Oregon's fact-based land use process. Considering Oregon's land use process,when are "clear and objective" standards (Type II process) required, and when is discretionary design review (a Design Review Board evaluates an application pursuant to design guidelines) permitted? "Design standards" are clear and objective statements. An example from Beaverton's code: Primary building entrances. Primary entrances, which are the main points)of entry where the majority ofhuilding users will enter and leave, shall he covered, recessed, or treated with a permanent architectural feature in such a way that weather protection is pnorided. The covered area providing weatberproteclion shall be at least sit(6)feet wide and four ffl feet deep. Typically, if an applicant can show that they meet all of the standards, a decision can be made by staff(subject to appeal.) "Design guidelines" are discretionary,and open to interpretation. An example from Beaverton's code: Primary building entrances. Special attention should be given to designing a primary building entrance that is both attractive and functional. Primary entrances should incorporate changes in mass, surface, or finish, to empbasitie the entrance. An applicant can choose to demonstrate how their project would meet the design guidelines. The decision would typically be made in a public hearing before a body such as an appointed Design Review Board. Form-based codes The CCAC has also expressed interest in the applicability of"form-based codes." A form-based code is a method of regulating development that is focused on controlling physical form primarily,with a lesser focus on land use. A potential advantage of such a code is that the approval process is often more efficient and understandable,which could accelerate Downtown redevelopment. The interest in "form-based codes" comes from the desire to attain well-designed development in the Downtown area without undue regulatory delay. A crucial question is whether"form-based" codes can fit in the Oregon land use process model. Whatever new land use regulations are created should strike a balance between the community's desire for ensuring high quality design of new development and the needs of developers for timely decision making on their projects. Upcoming Schedule: March 19: Planning Commission Public Hearing: Comprehensive Plan Goals, Policies, and Action pleasures April: City Council Public Hearing: Comprehensive Plan Goals, Policies, and Action Measures March-April : CCAC/PC Briefings on proposed Design Guidelines/Standards April-May: CCAC/PC Briefings on Land Use Zones, Development Code Processes June-October: Planning Commission/ City Council public hearings on Zoning, Design Guidelines and Standards Transportation Priorities 2008-11 TPAC Recommended Final Cut List Category Code Project name Funding First cut list TPAC final cut request recommendation Bike/Trail Bk1126 NE/SE 50s Bikeway NE Thompson to SE Woodstock 51.366 51.366 51.366 Bk1048 Willamette Greenway Trail:SW Gibbs to SW Lane $1.200 $0 50 Bk1048 Willamette Greenway Trail:SW Lane to SW Lowell 50.600 $0 SO Bk5026 Trolley Trail Arista St to Glen Echo 51.875 $1.875 51.100 Bk 1999 NE/SE 70s Bikeway:NE Killin sworth to SE Clatsop $3.698 $1.800 SO Bk3012 Rock Creek Path:Orchard Park to NW Wilkins $0.600 $0.600 $0.600 Bk4011 Marine Drive Bike Facility Gaps: NE 6th to NE 185th $1.873 SO $0 Bk3014 Westside Corridor Trail:Tualatin to Willamette Rivers $0.300 50.300 50.300 Bk0001 Sullivan's Gulch Trail: Esplanade to 122nd Ave $0.224 $0.224 $0.224 Bk5053 Milwaukie to Lake Oswego Trail $0.583 $0.583 $0 Bk5193 Willamette Falls Dr: 10th St to Willamette Dr $2.987 $0 $0 NE 28th Ave preliminary engineering:NE Grant to E. Bk3114 Main St $0.300 $0 SO Subtotal $15.606 $6.748 $3.590 Boulevard Bd3169 East Baseline Street,Cornelius 10th Ave to 19th Ave $3.231 $3.231 $3.231 Bdto89 East Burnside:3rd Ave to 14th Ave $4.700 $4.700 $3.000 Bd5134 McLoughlin Blvd:Clackamas River to Dunes Drive $2.800 $2.800 $0 8d2015 NE 102nd Avenue: NE Glisan to NE Stark $1.918 $1.918 SO Bd2104 SE Burnside: 181 Street to Stark Street $1.500 $0.300 S0300 Bd1221 Killin sworth: N Commercial to NE MLK Jr Blvd 51.955 $1.955 SO Bd3020 Rose Big5i Ave:SW Hall Blvd to Crescent Way $5.387 $0 SO oones FerryRoad: Red Cedar Way to S of Reese Bd6127 Road $3.491 $3.491 SO Subtotal $24.982 $18.395 $6.531 Diesel retrofit DR8028 Transit bus emission reduction region wide:266 buses $1.800 51.800 S1.000 DR8028 Transit bus emission reduction region wide:59 buses $0.700 $0 SO DR0001 Sierra Cascade SmartWay Technology:region wide $0.200 $0.200 $0.200 Subtotal $2.700 $2.000 $1.200 Freight F0044 82nd Ave/Columbia intersection im rovements $2.000 S2.000 $2.000 Fro002 Portland Road/Columbia Blvd $0.538 50.538 50.538 Fr0o01 N Burg and/Lombard: N Columbia Blvd to UPRR Bride $3.967 SO SO Subtotal $6.506 $2.538 $2.538 Green Street culvert GS5049 OR 99-E Bridge at Kellogg Lake $1.055 $1.055 $1.055 Subtotal $1.055 $1.055 $1.055 Green Street retrofit GS1224 Cully Boulevard:NE Prescott to NE Killin sworth $3.207 $3.207 51.600 G56050 Main Street: Rail Corridor to 99W,Tigard 52.540 $2.540 $2.540 Subtotal $5.747 $5.747 $4.140 Large Bridge RR1010 Morrison Bridge Willamette River.Portland $2.000 52.000 $0 Subtotal $2.000 $2.000 $0 Pedestrian Pd2057 Hood Street: SE Division Street to SE Powell Blvd $0.887 $0.887 50.887 Pd1160 Foster-Woodstock:SE 87th St to SE 101 St 51.931 $1.931 $1.931 Pd5052 SE 17th Ave:SE Ochoco to SE Lava Drive $1.655 $1.655 S0 Pd6007 Fanno Creek trail: Hall Blvd crossing study 50.359 $0.359 S0359 Pd 1120 Sandy Blvd ped improvements:NE 17 to NE Wasco St $0.712 SO SO Pd6117 Pine Street Willamette St to Sunset Blvd $1 100 $0 $0 Subtotal $6.643 $4.831 $3.176 2 2 07 1 Transportation Priorities 2008-11 TPAC Recommended Final Cut List Category Code Project name Funding First cut list TPAC final cut request recommendation Planning PI0006 MPO Program region wide S1.993 S1.993 $1.993 PI0005 RTP corridor project.region wide $0.600 $0.600 $0.300 U_v_aBle Streets policy and guidebook update:region P10002 wide $0.200 $0.250 $0.250 Pd8035 Pedestrian Network Analysis:region wide $0.247 $0.125 $0.125 P10003 Tanasboume town center planning study: Hillsboro 50.200 $0 SO Pl000l Rx for Big Streets:Metro region 2040 corridors $0.250 $0 $0 Pl000a Hillsboro RC planning study $0.350 $0.350 SO Subtotal $3.840 $3.318 $2.668 Regional Travel Options T08052 Regional Travel Options: region wide 54.447 S4.447 54.397 T08053 RTO individualized marketing program:region wide $0.600 $0.400 SO 708056 RTO new TMA Support:region wide $0.600 $0.200 SO Subtotal $5.647 $5.047 $4.397 Road Capacity RC5069 Harmon Road:82nd Ave to Highway 224 $1.500 $1.500 $1.500 RC303o Farmington Road:SW MurrayBlvd to SW Hocken Ave $4.284 $4.284 $0 RC3016 Tualatin-Sherwood Road ATMS:99W to SW Teton Rd $1.561 $0 $0 RC3113 ISE 10th Ave:East Main Street to Baseline S0.600 $0.600 50 RC7036 SE 190th Dr: Pleasant View/Highland to SW 30th St $3.967 S3.967 $0.600 RC5101 Clackamas County ITS:Clackamas County $0.592 $0 SO RC0001 ITS Programmatic Allocation:region wide $3.000 $3.500 $3.000 RC3023 Highway 217:Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy to SW Allen Blvd $0.500 S0.500 S0250 P10007 Ha Valley Town Center arterial street planning $0432 $0.432 SO RC7000 SE 172nd Ave:Multnomah Co line to Sunnyside Rd $1.500 $0 SO RC3150 Cornell Road ATMS and ATIS:Hillsboro to US 26 $2002 $0 SO RC2110 Wood Village Blvd:NE Halsey St to NE Arata Rd $0.643 $0 $0 RC3192 Sue/Dogwood Connection: NW Dale to NW Saltzman S3455 $0 $0 Subtotal $24.035 $14.783 $5.350 Road Reconstruction RR1214 Division Street:SE 6th St to 39th St $2.000 $0 $0 RR2081 223rd RR undercrossing at Sandy Boulevard $1.000 $1.000 S1.000 Subtotal $3.000 $1.000 $1.000 Transit TO 106 Portland Streetcar: NW 10th to NE Oregon $1.000 $1.000 $0 T(8035 On-street transit facilities:region wide S2.750 52.750 $2750 Tr1003 South Corridor Phase II(PE):Portland to Milwaukie 52.000 $2.000 S2000 Tr8025 Tigard Transit Center:SW Commercial St.Tigard $0.160 $0.160 50 Subtotal $5.910 $5.910 $4.750 Transit Oriented Development TD8005a Metro TOD Implementation Program: region wide $4000 $4.000 S3000 TD8005b Metro Centers Implementation Program:region wide $2000 $2.000 S2000 TD8025 Hollywood Transit Center: NE Halsey and NE 42nd St $0 202 S0.202 SO Subtotal $6.202 $6.202 $5.000 Bond Payment $18.600 Grand Total $132.473 $79.575 $45.395 100%target $45.400 2 er MEMORANDUM TO: City Center Advisory Commission FROM: Sean Farrelly,Associate Planner RE: February 26 Presentation DATE: February S,2007 At the City Center Advisory Commission's request,staff has arranged for the hiring of an urban design consultant to give a presentation to a special joint meeting of the CCAC and the Planning Commission on Monday, February 26,2007 at 7:00 PM in Tigard Town Hall, A Request for Quotes was sent to five urban design firms.The criteria by which they were chosen included relevant experience,understanding of Oregon land use law,and cost. Staff selected the consultant team of Donald Genasci,an architect and John Spencer, a land use planning specialist. Both have significant professional experience with planning and designing redeveloping downtowns (please see the attached resumes.) The consultants have been asked to address these points in their presentation: • Discuss the important principles of downtown urban design for small suburban downtowns like Tigard's. • An outline of the form-based code concept with examples. • An overview of what constitutes legally defensible design regulations and procedures under the Oregon land use system and if form-based codes fit in this model. • An opinion on what type of land use regulations the City should adopt to achieve a balance between communities'desire for high quality design review and the needs of the developer for timely decision making. DRAFT------------------------DRAFT--------------------D RAFT---------------------D RAFT SPECIAL AREAS OF CONCERN 11.1 DOWNTOWN TIGARD URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT Citizens have expressed a desire to create a"heart" for their community: a place to live,work,and play, and to serve as a community gathering place. Main Street and the surrounding area have served as Tigard's historic center,dating back to around 1907.A central business district developed around the railway station,serving the then small farming community with businesses such as a bank,hotel,restaurants and a farming supply store. The prevalent urban form of one and two-story buildings is still present on Main Street. In the 1940s and 50s the automobile became the primary mode of transportation.Tigard's population grew steadily,but Downtown Tigard lost its prominence with the Pacific Highway viaduct,which bypassed Main Street,and the construction of Washington Square Mall and other large shopping centers. Today, the existing uses in the Downtown Urban Renewal District include retail,office,residential,auto- dependent businesses,and large-lot light industrial businesses as well as public park,civic,and transit uses. Industrial uses are prominent to the southeast of the plan area. Retail commercial uses are concentrated to the northwest along OR 99W.Within the Urban Renewal District,there is a small amount of residential development, including a mobile home park and one and two-stop apartment buildings. Planning for Downtown Tigard's revitalization has been a long-term process,stretching back at least 25 years.The most recent effort dates back to 2002,with the announcement of plans for a Washington County Commuter rail line with a planned station in downtown Tigard. This inspired a small group of citizens and business owners to work on ideas for Downtown to capitalize on Commuter Rail. In 2004 the City received a state Transportation and Growth Management (TGM) grant,which facilitated the hiring of consultants and a more extensive planning process. A Task Force of 24 citizens was formed to guide the plan's development.The planning process incorporated high levels of citizen involvement, including community dialogues,workshops,open house, and a public survey. Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan CTDIPI The TGM grant and planning process resulted in the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan (TRIP).The TDIP set forth a vision to create"a vibrant and active urban village at the heart of the community that is pedestrian oriented,accessible by many modes of transportation,recognizes and uses natural resources as an asset, and features a combination of uses that enable people to live,work,play and shop in an environment that is uniquely Tigard." To achieve this vision and the Preferred Design Alternative,the TDIP made several policy recommendations. Eight catalyst projects were proposed to help create a more active Downtown: 1. Streetscape Enhancement Program 2. Green Corridor/Urban Creek 3. Hall Blvd. Regional Retail 4.Downtown Housing Development 5.Ash Area Downtown Improvement 6. Performing Arts and Recreation Center 7. Fanno Creek Public Area Special Arras of Cont-ern 1 Downtown DRAFT------------------------D RAFT--------------------DRAFT---------------------DRAFT 8. Relocating Post Office The TDIP also made recommendations on Transportation System Improvements,Code and Regulatory Adjustments,Funding Sources,and Follow-Up Actions.The City Council accepted the TDIP in September 2005. Urban Renewal Plan An Urban Renewal Plan was developed to implement the TRIP. The tools provided by urban renewal, including Tax Increment Financing,are intended to attract private investment and facilitate the area's redevelopment. Tigard voters approved the use of Tax Increment Financing for Urban Renewal in the May 2006 election. Tigard Downtown Streetscape Design Plan The Tigard Downtown Streetscape Design Plan provides specific guidance for Streetscape Enhancement, one of the catalyst projects. It was developed with significant citizen involvement.The Plan includes a Design Framework,Streetscape Design Concepts,and Gateway and Public Spaces,all of which will encourage the development of a pedestrian-friendly Downtown. Statewide Goals and Policies In addition to the Statewide Goals, there are a number of other state policies that are relevant to the Downtown: Transportation Planning Rule The Transportation Planning Rule (TPR) directs cities and counties to develop balanced transportation systems addressing all modes of travel including motor vehicles,transit,bicycles and pedestrians. The TPR envisions development of local plans that will promote changes in land use patterns and transportation systems that make it more convenient for people to walk,bicycle,use transit,and drive less to meet their daily needs.The TPR also directs cities and counties to plan changes in transportation facilities in tandem with land use and development patterns. Oregon Highway Plan The 1999 Oregon Highway Plan includes a series of policies and actions related to integrating land use and transportation. 99W and Hall Boulevard are two roadways (both under ODOT's jurisdiction) which run through the Downtown,which could conceivably receive these designations to help foster compact development: Special Transportation Area(STA)is a designated district of compact development located on a state highway within a downtown in which the need for appropriate local access outweighs the considerations of highway mobility. Urban Business Area(UBA)is a highway segment designation which may vary in size and which recognizes existing areas of commercial activity or future nodes or various types of centers of commercial activity within a downtown. Special Areas of Concern 2 Downtown DRAFT------------------------D RAFT--------------------D RAFT---------------------DRAFT Regional Planning Requirements Metro's 2040 Growth Concept and Framework Plan The Metro 2040 Growth Concept and Framework Plan designates Downtown Tigard as a Town Center, defined as "compact,mixed-use neighborhoods of high-density housing,employment and retail that are pedestrian-oriented and well served by public transportation and roads."Town Centers are described as the central focus of community life, serving residents living within two or three miles. Some ley objectives for developing Metro-designated 2040 Centers include: • Promoting more intensive mixed-use development. • Providing infrastructure to support more intensive development. • Creating effective local and regional transportation connections to and within the center for all travel modes. • Providing public spaces and distinct center identification. • Recognizing the natural environment as a desired amenity. 2. FINDINGS • Existing Conditions Land Use The Urban Renewal Area contains approximately 193.71 acres (including 49.57 acres of right-of-way) and comprises 2.6% of the City's 7496 acres of total land area. It contains 193 individual properdes.The current land uses are dominated by development with little pedestrian-friendly orientation. Outside of Main Street, the existing buildings do not create a sense of place and cohesive function,but rather appear to be spread out and auto-dependent. Block sizes are large for a downtown. In general,downtown properties have low improvement to land (I:L) ratios. Healthy I:L ratios for downtown properties range between 7.0 -10.0 or more. In Tigard's Urban Renewal Area 2004-05 I:L averages were 1.43 for commercial properties and 2.79 for multi-family residential. (Report Accompanying The City Center Urban Renewal Plan.) Under existing conditions,Downtown is underdeveloped and lacks the mix of high quality commercial, office, residential and public uses suitable for an urban village. Transportation System The Area is served by two major transportation corridors (99W and Hall Blvd.) with heavy traffic levels. Many of the other Downtown streets lack complete sidewalks. In general,there are poor linkages to and within the Downtown. Railway tracks also bisect the Downtown.A planned system upgrade will make both commuter and freight train operation more efficient and less disruptive to automobile traffic. Natural Features Fanno Creek flows through downtown and is the most notable natural feature.The creek,part of its floodplain and associated wetlands are part of a 22-acre city park with a multi-use path. Special Areas of Concern 3 Downtown f DRAFT------------------------DRAFT--------------------DRAFT---------------------DRAFT • Current Zoning Districts and Comprehensive Plan Designations The majority of the Downtown is zoned Central Business District(CBD).While the current CBD zone allows the mix of uses necessary for a successful downtown,the regulations lack the language to guide new development to be consistent with the preferred urban form.As a result, the area has developed without many of the pedestrian-oriented qualities specified in the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan and Metro's 2040 Growth Concept. The Tigard Urban Renewal Area encompasses the original Plan area and several additional tax lots, which are zoned R-4.5,R-12 (PD),R-25,C-G (General Commercial) and C-P (Professional/ Administrative Commercial) Several of these tax lots are located to the northwest of Highway 99W. These additional zones do not permit mixed use development,which is crucial for successful downtowns. • Community Values According to the Comprehensive Plan Issues and Values Summary,Downtown is important to Tigard residents;many use it on a weekly basis. Many would like it to see improvements so it will become a gathering place for the community. Tigard Beyond Tomorrow's Community Character&Quality of Life section,includes a goal to achieve a future where "the Main Street area is seen as a`focal point' for the community,"and "a clear direction has been established for a pedestrian-friendly downtown and is being implemented," The passage of the Urban Renewal measure in May 2006 by 66%of voters also shows strong community support for Downtown's revitalization. • Metro Requirements for Town Center Planning Title 6 of the Urban Growth Management Functional Plan requires local jurisdictions to adopt land use and transportation plans that are consistent with Metro guidelines for Town Centers. GOAL The City will promote the creation of a vibrant and active urban village at the heart of the community that is pedestrian oriented,accessible by many modes of transportation,recognizes natural resources as an asset, and features a combination of uses that enable people to live,work,play and shop in an environment that is uniquely Tigard. POLICIES 11.1. Facilitate the Development of an Urban Village 11.1.1 New zoning,design standards and design guidelines shall be developed and used to ensure the quality,attractiveness,and special character of the Downtown as the"heart" of Tigard,while being flexible enough to encourage development. 11.1.2 The Downtown's land use plan shall provide for a mix of complimentary land uses such as: a) Retail,restaurants,entertainment and personal services; b) Medium and high-density residential uses including rental and ownership housing; c) Civic functions (government offices,community services,public plazas,public transit centers, Special Areas of Concern 4 Downtown DRAFT------------------------DRAFT--------------------D RAFT---------------------D RAFT etc) d) Professional employment and related office uses e) Natural Resource protection,open spaces and public parks 11.1.3 The City shall not permit new land uses such as warehousing;auto-dependant uses;industrial manufacturing;and industrial service uses that would detract from the goal of a vibrant urban village. 11.1.4 Existing nonconforming uses shall be allowed to continue,subject to a threshold of allowed expansion. 11.1.5 Downtown design,development and provision of service shall emphasize public safety,accessibility, and attractiveness as primary objectives. 11.1.6 New housing in the downtown shall provide for a range of housing types,including ownership, workforce and affordable housing in a high quality living environment. 11.1.7 New zoning and design guidelines on Main Street will emphasize a"traditional Main Street" character. 11.2 Develop and Improve the Open Space System and Integrate Natural Features into Downtown 11.2.1 Natural resource functions and values shall be integrated into Downtown urban design. 11.2.2 The Fanno Creek Public Use Area,adjacent to Fanno Creek Park shall be a primary focus and catalyst for revitalization. 11.2.3 Development of the Downtown shall be consistent with the need to protect and restore the functions and values of the wetland and riparian area within Fanno Creek Park. 11.3 Develop Comprehensive Street and Circulation Improvements for Pedestrians,Automobiles, Bicycles and Transit 11.3.1 The Downtown shall be served by a complete array of multi-modal transportation services including auto, transit, bike and pedestrian facilities. 11.3.2 The Downtown shall be Tigard's primary transit center for rail and bus transit service and supporting land uses. 11.3.3 The City in conjunction with TriMet shall plan for and manage transit user parking to ensure the Downtown is not dominated by"park and ride" activity. 11.3.4 Recognizing the critical transportation relationships between the Downtown and surrounding transportation system,especially bus and Commuter Rail,Highway 99W, Highway 217 and Interstate 5,the City shall address the Downtown's transportation needs in its Special Areas of Concern 5 Downtown D RAFT------------------------D R.AFT--------------------D RAFT---------------------D RAFT Transportation System Plan and identify relevant capital projects and transportation management efforts. 11.3.5 Streetscape and Public Area Design shall focus on creating a pedestrian friendly environment without the visual dominance by automobile-oriented uses. 11.3.6 The City shall require a sufficient but not excessive amount of parking to provide for Downtown land uses. joint parking arrangements shall be encouraged. ACTION MEASURES Staff will work on these short and medium term actions to implement policies that will support the creation of a vibrant,compact,mixed-use area with housing,retail and employment opportunities. 11.A Facilitate the Development of an Urban Village 1 LA.1 Develop design guidelines and standards that encourage attractive and inviting downtown commercial and residential architecture with quality design and permanent materials,particularly in the building fronts and streetscape.Also develop appropriate density,height,mass,scale, architectural and site design guidelines. 11.A.2 Utilize form based code principles in ways that are consistent with state planning laws and administrative rules. 11.A.3 Adopt non-conforming use standards appropriate to a downtown in transition. 11.11.4 Develop code measures to mitigate any compatibility issues when new downtown development occurs in close proximity to the Downtown's commuter rail line. 11.�1.5 Provide areas in the Downtown where community events, farmer's markets, festivals and cultural activities can be held. 11.A.6 Designate the Downtown area as the preferred location for Tigard's civic land uses. 11.A.7 Promote an awareness of the Downtown's history through measures such as public information,urban design features and preservation of historic places. 1 LA.8 Monitor performance of design guidelines,standards and related land use regulations and amend them as necessary. 11.11 Develop and Improve the Open Space System and Integrate Natural Features into Downtown 11.B.1 Acquire property and easements to protect natural resources and provide public open space areas,such as park blocks,plazas and mini-parks. 11.13.2 Develop "green connections" linking parks and greenways with adjacent land uses,public spaces and transit. Special Areas of Concern 6 Downtown DRAFT------------------------DRAFT--------------------DRAFT---------------------D RAFT 11.B.3 Incorporate public art into the design of public spaces. 11.B.4 Enhance the landscape and habitat characteristics of Fanno Creek as a key downtown natural resource. 11.0 Develop Comprehensive Street and Circulation Improvements for Pedestrians,Automobiles, Bicycles and Transit 11.C.1 Develop a circulation plan that emphasizes connectivity to, from,and within the Downtown in the design and improvement of the area's transportation system,including developing alternative access improvements to Downtown,such as connections across Highway 99W. 11.C.2 Address public safety and land use compatibility issues in the design and management of the Downtown's transportation system. 11.C.3 Investigate assigning different roadway designations within the general area of the Downtown as means to support transportation access to Town Center development such as ODOT'S Special Transportation Area (STA) and Urban Business Area (UBA). 11.CA Implement an integrated Downtown pedestrian streetscape and landscape plan. 11.C.5 Acquire property and easements to implement streetscape and landscape plans,and develop needed streets,pathways,entrances to the Commuter Rail park and ride lot,and bikeways. 11.C.6 Express the themes of an urban village and green heart by utilizing the "unifying elements" palette from the Streetscape Design Plan to design streetscape improvements. 11.C.7 Emphasize sustainable practices in street design through innovative landscaping and stormwater management and provision of multimodal infrastructure. 11.C.8 Encourage sustainability features in the design of Downtown buildings. 11.C.9 Encourage the formation of a Downtown Parking and Transportation Management Association. 11.C.10 Incorporate the Downtown's public investment/ facility needs into the City's Public Facility Plan and implementing Community Investment Plan. D. Other Action Measures 11.D.1 Develop and implement strategies to address concerns with homeless persons and vagrancy in the Downtown and Fanno Creek Park. 11.D.2 Provide public,including members of the development community,with regular informational updates on Urban Renewal progress and an accounting of funds spent by the City Center Development Agency. Spedal flreas of Concern 7 Downtown DRAFT 1 ' I ' DRAFT ActionDowntown d. who Implements Departments) Short Medium Long Term Term Ten • .. .. Next 5 6 to 10 11+ Years Years Years "A 11,A FACILITATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN URBAN VILLAGE 1 Develop Oesign Guidelines for the X CD-LR, CD•CP Downtown Urban Renewal Area z Utilize form based code principles that X CD-LR,CD•CP are consistent with state law 3 Adopt nonconforming use standards X CD•LR. CD-CP 4 Develop code measures to mitigate X CD•LR, CD-CP compatibility issues Provide areas where community events. 5 farmer's markets,or other events can be XMEN= held 6 Designate the Downtown area as the X CD•LR referred location for civic land uses � Promote an awareness of the X CD•LR.CD•CP Downtown's histo $ Monitor performance of design X CD LR. CD•CP guidelines,land use regulations 11.B DEVELOP ANO IMPROVE OPEN SPACE AND INTEGRATE NATURAL FEATURES Acquire property and easements to 1 protect natural resources and provide X X CD•LR, PW ublic o ens ace areas 2 Develop"green connections" X X CD-LR,CD•E. PW 3 Incorporate public art into the design of X X CD•LR,CD•E, PW ublic s aces. 4 Enhance the landscape and habitat of X X CD-LR.CD•E. PW Fanno Creek 11.0 DEVELOP COMPREHENSIVE STREET AND CIRCULATION IMPROVEMENTS 1 Develop Access and Circulation Plan X CD-E.CD•LR Address public safety and land use 2 compatibility issues in the design and X MEN= mana ement of the trans ortation s stem 3 Investigate assigning different roadway X CD-E,CD•LR designations 4 Implement an integrated pedestrian X CD•E,CD-LR streetscape and landscape plan - cn Terre Term Term On o Next 5 6 to 16 11+ _ Years Years Years _ Acquire property and easements to ��� 5 implement streetscape and landscape X X X CD•E,CD•LR tans,and new streets 6 Use the"unifying elements"palette to X CD•E,CD•LR design streetscape improvements 7 Emphasize sustainable practices in street X CD•E,CD-LR design Encourage the formation of a Downtown 8 Parking and Transportation Management X CD•LR Association Encourage sustainability features in the 9 design of Downtown buildings X X CD-LR Incorporate the Downtown's public 10 investments into the City's Public Facility X X CD•E.CD•LR Plan and im lementin CIP 11.D OTHER ACTION MEASURES fell implement strategies to 1 address concerns with homeless persons and vagrancy in the Downtown and Fanno Creek Park X ONE= 2 Provide public with regular informational X X CD-LR CD-L updates on Urban Renewal progress ' • •pment - Long Range 1 • Development 1-E= Community Development p W Install stop Remove exist light poleW sign. 9n on new d Remove exist street light and and Install Acorn Install Acorn lamp pole Install Acorn type lamp pole type /amp pole < > type street light r'N AHEAD t '. ... 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