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Resolution No. 15-13 CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON TIGARD CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 15-�3 A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CITY CENTER URBAN RENEWAL PLAN BY ADDING THE ACQUISITION AND DISPOSITION OF THREE PROPERTIES IN THE VICINITY OF SW BURNHAM STREET AND SW ASH AVENUE (TAXLOT IDS 2S102AD02800, 2S102AD02900,AND 2S102AD03000)AS PROJECTS WHEREAS, ORS 457. 170 authorizes the City Center Development Agency (CCDA) to acquire and/or dispose of real property pursuant to its approved urban renewal plan;and WHEREAS,the City Center Urban Renewal Plan authorizes the acquisition and/or disposition of real property within the Urban Renewal Area as determined by the Agency to be necessary to further the Goals and Objectives of the City Center Renewal Plan and as provided in Section VIII,paragraphs A and B;and WHEREAS,on January 27,2015 the City of Tigard transferred ownership of three properties in the vicinity of SW Burnham Street and SW Ash Avenue (Tax lot IDs 2S102AD02800,2S102AD02900,and 2S102AD03000) to the City Center Development Agency;and WHEREAS,the City Center Urban Renewal Plan must be amended to add the acquisition of these properties to the list of urban renewal projects;and WHEREAS,the City Center Urban Renewal Plan must be amended to add the disposition of these properties to the list of urban renewal projects;and WHEREAS,adding projects that add a cost in 2005 dollars of more than$500,000 and are materially different from projects previously authorized in the plan may be approved through a Council-approved amendment;and WHEREAS,the Board of the City Center Development Agency will also consider approval of the amendment by resolution. NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the Tigard City Council that: SECTION 1: The City Center Urban Renewal Plan is hereby amended with the text found in Exhibit A. SECTION 2: This resolution is effective immediately upon passage. PASSED: This tI t~ day of t---- City of Tigard cou4CIL FRE510"T ATTEST: City Recorder-City of Tiga d RESOLUTION NO. 15- 13 Page 1 EXHIBIT A Proposed new text is shown in double-underline. V. URBAN RENEWAL PROJECTS Urban renewal projects authorized under the Plan, which may be undertaken by the Agency, are described below and shown in Figures 2 to 7. To preserve and enhance the Area's natural resources, projects will be designed and implemented with consideration for ecologically sensitive areas and to minimize the impacts of development on the environment. Property acquisition may be required for these projects. Further, some of the projects described herein will require participation of other public agencies. In addition, real property acquisition and disposition are Projects under the plan as described in Section V,paragraphs H and I. A. Street Improvements Street Improvements projects are designed to improve multimodal circulation and connectivity within downtown Tigard. The projects will also facilitate access between downtown and adjacent residential, commercial and employment areas. To create a pedestrian environment that encourages active uses such as shopping,entertainment and commercial business activity,utilities may be under- grounded concurrent with street improvements. 1. Ash Avenue Extension,Scoffins to Burnham.Including RR Crossing The extension of Ash Avenue from Burnham Street to Commercial Street is a project under the Plan. A new railroad crossing will be developed as part of the project. 2. Scoffins Street/Hall Boulevard/Hunziker Re-Alignment The re-alignment of the Scoffins Street/Hall Boulevard/Hunziker Road intersection is a project under the Plan. Currently, Scoffins Street and Hunziker are poorly aligned, which increases congestion and slows traffic at this three-way intersection. 3. Hall Blvd/Highway 99W Intersection Improvements Improvements to the intersection of Hall Boulevard/Highway 99W are a project under the Plan. The project will improve multimodal circulation and safety and reduce congestion at this major intersection,which serves as an important gateway to downtown. 4. Greenberg Road/Highway 99W Intersection Improvements The City has recently commissioned a study that will determine what improvements will be needed to reduce congestion and increase multimodal circulation at the intersection of Greenburg Road and Highway 99W. Tax increment revenues may be used to finance recommended intersection improvements. 5. Burnham Street Improvements The reconstruction and widening of Burnham Street is a project under the Plan. 6. Center Street Improvements Upgrades and improvements to Center Street are a project under the Plan. B. Streetscape Improvements The Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan identifies landscaping features, street trees and street furniture as improvements that will enhance the physical appearance of downtown and attract a broader range of users, including shoppers, tourists and commercial employers. Streetscape improvements on the following streets in the downtown area are a Project under the Plan: 1. Main Street EXHIBIT A 2. Burnham Street 3. Commercial Street 4. Ash Avenue 5. Scoffins Road 6. Center Street C. Bike/Pedestrian Facilities Bike/Pedestrian Facilities are designed to facilitate safe and convenient multimodal access throughout the Urban Renewal Area. 1. Commuter Rail Access The provision of pedestrian access to the proposed downtown Tigard commuter rail station from Burnham Street is a project under the Plan. 2. Hall Blvd. This project will increase pedestrian access and safety by eliminating gaps in the sidewalk on the east side of Hall Boulevard and repairing sidewalks and curbs on both sides of Hall Boulevard as needed. 3. Scoffins Street The installation of bicycle lanes and sidewalks on Scoffins Street, which currently lacks pedestrian and bicycle facilities,is a project under the Plan. 4. Tigard Street This project will provide a new bike lane on the south side of Tigard Street and upgrade the existing bike lane on the north side to standard. 5. Highway 99W The installation of contiguous sidewalks on both sides of Highway 99W and a grade-separated bicycle/pedestrian crossing at Greenburg Road to increase pedestrian and bicycle safety is a project under the Plan. 6. Center Street The provision of sidewalks and bicycle lanes on Center Street is a project under the Plan. 7. Enhanced Pedestrian Bridge over Fanno Creek Connecting to Ash Avenue The design and construction of an enhanced pedestrian bridge over Fanno Creek,connecting to Ash Avenue, is a project under the Plan. This project will facilitate access between residential neighborhoods west of Fanno Creek and downtown and will be designed to minimize impacts to sensitive areas and preserve wetlands buffers. 8. Conversion of Existing North Rail Corridor into a Multi-use Pedestrian Trail The conversion of the existing north rail corridor into a multi-use pedestrian trail is a project under the Plan. This project will increase pedestrian access and provide new recreational opportunities for residents, workers and visitors to downtown. Key components of the project may include bio- swales, native vegetation, pervious pavement and low impact stormwater conveyance/treatment features that will distinguish downtown Tigard from other communities by promoting sustainable development. 9. Tigard Street/Grant Bicycle/Pedestrian Crossing The design and construction of a new at-grade bicycle/pedestrian crossing that will extend from the intersection of Tigard Street and Grant Street (south of the railroad) to the north side of the railroad tracks is a project under the Plan. The crossing will facilitate circulation and access to downtown by non-motorized vehicles.Automobiles and other motorized vehicles will be prohibited. D. Parks 1. Fanno Creek Park Improvements EXHIBIT A Upgrades and improvements to Fanno Creek Park, as well as the preservation and restoration of environmentally sensitive areas,is a project under the Plan. 2. Skateboard Park The construction of a new skateboard park is a project under the Plan. The proposed location of the skateboard park is the City Hall parking lot. E. Public Spaces 1. Green Corridor/Urban Creek The development of a green corridor/urban creek that will extend from the intersection of Highway 99W and Hall Boulevard through downtown and to Fanno Creek in a project under the Plan. Key components of the project may include bio-swales, native vegetation, pervious pavement and other low impact stormwater conveyance/treatment features. 2. Plazas The design and construction of public plazas that will serve as public gathering spaces is a project under the Plan. This project will encourage a broader range of active and passive recreational uses in downtown and attract more residents and visitors to the area. 3. Urban Green Spaces The development of high quality urban green spaces suitable for a range of recreational uses is a project under the Plan. Similar to the plazas project, this project will increase the overall livability and attraction of the downtown area. The urban green space will be designed to promote the preservation and restoration of environmentally sensitive areas. 4. Public Market The design and development of a public market in the proposed public use area near Fanno Creek is a project under the Plan. F. Public Facilities The Plan includes the following public facilities. Prior to the expenditure of tax increment revenues for any of these projects, the Agency will be required to adopt a Minor Amendment to the Plan (as provided in Section XII) explaining how the facility serves or benefits the Area, and further stating the proportion of the benefits of these facilities that will accrue to the Area and finding that the amount of the expenditure is proportional to the amount of benefit to the Area. Design and development will be a part of all proposed public facilities projects identified in the Plan. 1. Performing Arts Center The design and construction of a performing arts center in downtown Tigard is a project under the Plan.This project,which is recommended in the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan,will provide new entertainment and recreation opportunities that will attract residents and out-of-town visitors to downtown. 2. Public Parking Facilities The design and construction of new public parking facilities is a project under the Plan. As new shopping, recreational and entertainment uses, including the proposed performing arts center and public market, are established in the downtown area, new public parking facilities will be needed to accommodate the anticipated increase in parking demand. 3. Post Office Relocation The relocation of the existing downtown post office is a project under the Plan. 4. Public Market Area The development of a public market area in the proposed public use area near Fanno Creek is a project under the Plan. EXHIBIT A 5. Public Restrooms The provision of public restrooms in public gathering spaces is a project under the Plan. G. Planning and Development Assistance Offering the following types of planning and development assistance to support the development, redevelopment and rehabilitation of private property in the Area is a project under the Plan. Detailed rules and regulations for the administration of financial and technical assistance programs will be established by the Agency after adoption of the Plan in order to ensure that urban renewal funds are used in compliance with the Plan and for the agreed upon Plan purposes. The adoption and amendment of such programs, rules and regulations would not be considered changes to the Plan. 1. Rehabilitation/Redevelopment Grant/Loan Program The Urban Renewal Plan authorizes loans and/or grants for property rehabilitation and redevelopment. Property to be improved may be residential or commercial. Loans may be at or below market rates, and assistance can include direct loans or guarantees of loans made by third parties. 2. New Development Grant/Loan Program In addition to providing rehabilitation and redevelopment assistance, the Urban Renewal Plan authorizes loans and/or grants for new development. Property to be improved may be residential or commercial. Loans may be at or below market rates, and assistance can include direct loans or guarantees of loans made by third parties. 3. Technical Assistance Program The Urban Renewal Plan authorizes technical assistance in the form of site studies, market studies, feasibility analyses, engineering and design and other activities directly related to development of property in the urban renewal area. Examples of such technical assistance may include structural analysis of downtown building to promote rehabilitation of underutilized buildings and relocation strategies for existing downtown businesses seeking to move to an alternative site within the urban renewal area. 4. Commercial Facade Improvement Loans To create a distinct identity for downtown Tigard that is visually appealing and unified, the Urban Renewal Plan authorizes facade improvement loans for commercial development. Improvements will be used to enhance the architectural integrity and character of historic commercial buildings and storefronts in need of a"face lift." H. Real Property Acquisition. In addition to acquisition of real property, or any interest in real property, in conjunction with the Projects identified in paragraphs A through G., real property may be acquired as determined by the Agency to be necessary to further the Goals and Objectives of the City Center Renewal Plan and as provided in Section VIII,paragraph A. This includes acquisition of real property from willing sellers to support development or redevelopment of retail,office, housing and mixed use project within the Area. 1. Burnham Street Property,Taxlot ID 2S12AC-00202 will be acquired. 2.Burnham and Ash Street Prol2erties,Taxlots 2S102AD-02800.2S102AD-02900_and 2S102AD-03000 will be acquired. EXHIBIT A I. Real Property Disposition. In addition to disposal of real property, or any interest in real property, in conjunction with the Projects identified in paragraphs A through G., real property may be disposed of as determined by the Agency to be necessary to further the Goals and Objectives of the City Center Renewal Plan and as provided in Section VIII, paragraph A. This includes real property disposition to support development or redevelopment of retail,office,housing and mixed use project within the Area. Properties to be disposed of 1.Burnham and Ash Pigperties,Ta los .510 .AD-02800.2510 AD-02900_an 2S 102AD-03000.