Tigard Park Plan - November 1987 TIGARD
PARK PLAN
ADOPTED NOVEMBER 1987
PRINTED JUNE 1988
CITY COUNCIL PARK AND RECREATION BOARD
Tom Brian - Mayor Dr. Daniel Graham - Chairman
Gerald Edwards Cecil "Bud" Hillman
Valerie Johnson Jeffrey Hepler
Carolyn Eadon Sheldon Scollar
John Schwartz Steven Slabaugh
Robert Odell
Terri Kaliher
Michael Schwartz
PROJECT STAFF
Debbie Knectel - Park Planner
William A. Monahan - Community Development Director
Liz Newton - Senior Planner
Jayne White - Office Assistant
Curtis Spaan - Parks Crew Chief
Sherrie Burbank - Office Services Manager
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Purpose of the Plan 1
General Goals 2
OVERVIEW OF THE CITY
Description of the Study Area
3
Inventory of Existing Recreational Resources
4
Park Standards 9
Park System Classifications
5
Population Growth and Characteristics
11
Existing Park Use Patterns
12
ISSUES
City—Wide Issues 16
uECOMME'+DED PLAN
City—Wile Park Plan 22
Land Acquisition and Development 22
Financial 26
Public Awareness and Involvement 26
Maintenance 27
Joint Use Agreement
28
Action Plan 30
Five Year Plan 30
33
Ten Year Plan
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OVER-VIEW OF THE CITY
Individual Park Plans
Cook Park 35
Englewood Park 39
Fanno Creek Park 42
Greenway Park System 46
Bikeways 47
Trails 47
Jack Park 50
Liberty Park 53
Main Park 53
Summer Lake Park 57
Windmill Park 61
Woodard Park 64
APPENDIX A Standards 67
APPENDIX B Facility Inventories 88
APPENDIX C Park Survey Form and Detailed Tabulation 92
APPENDIX D Bikeway and Trail Guidelines 103
APPENDIX E Methods of Financing Park Acquisitions, 112
Development and Improvements
APPENDIX F Cost Estimates 114
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure Title Page
1-1 Population Growth 1
2-1 Study Area 3
2-2 Existing Parks and Greenways Map 8
2-3 Age Distribution of Total Tigard Population 11
2-4 Reasons for Not Using, Parks 12
2-5 Preferred Locations 13
2-6 Parks Used Occasionally 14
2-7 Most Common Responses for Use of Cook Park 14
3-1 City-Wide Park Acreage Summary 17
4-1 Neighborhood Park Service Areas 23
4-2 Minimum Park and Recreation Standards 25
4-3 Proposed Tigard Park System Map 29
4-4 Cook Park map 38
4-5 Englewood Park map 41.
4-6 Fanno Creek Park map 45
4-7 Greenway Park System map 49
4-4 Jack Park map 52
4-9 Liberty Park map 55
4-10 Main Park map 56
4-11 Summer Lake Park map 60
4-12 Windmill Park map 63
4-13 Woodard Park map 66
PURPOSE OF THE PLAN
The Tigard Park Plan was authorized by the City Council in August 1986 and was
administered by the Tigard Planning Department and Tigard Park Board. When
adopted by the City Council, the Park Plan will be an additional component of
the City's comprehensive plan.
The City of Tigard is projected to accommodate a population of approximately
40,000 residents by the year 2000, representing an increase of 100 percent of
the existing population in 1987 (see Figure 1-1) . To meet the recreational
demands generated by these new residents, a full range of facilities, parks ,
and programs will have to be provided.
The main purpose of the Park Plan is to serve as a guide and provide
recommendations that the City of Tigard can use in providing parks and
recreational facilities for the next 10 years or until the year 2000. The
plan includes: 1) an analysis of existing and projected park and facility
demands; 2) lists of goals, objectives, and project proposals for individual
parks; 3) a description of potential system-wide opportunities and actions;
and 4) strategies for development.
Because it is a long-range planning document, the Park Plan is designed to
provide a firm basis for the City's decisions and plans while allowing
flexibility in its applications. The goals and objectives outlined in the
plan address specific issues but are broad enough to allow a range of project
proposals. At the same time, the Park Plan should be reviewed and revised
periodically to reflect changing conditions and circumstances. Objectives may
be revised or updated and amendments may occur to ensure its usefulness as a
planning guide. Supporting information, such as use statistics, should also
be updated often to ensure that the public's recreational needs are accurately
defined.
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GENERAL GOALS
The basic function and purpose of the Tigard Parks System is based on three
goals and provides the foundation for a comprehensive parks system. The goals
provide the basis for future decisions by the City concerning park and
recreational opportunities and to satisfy the recreational needs of the
citizens of Tigard. The goals are:
o To provide a balanced range of park lands and facilities to meet the
public's needs for passive and active recreation, and serve the
aesthetic needs of all City residents.
o To preserve, protect and enhance plant, wildlife and fish areas and
habitats; water areas; wetlands; and other unique and natural areas
for the recreational enjoyment of the general public.
o To provide safe and convenient access throughout the community,
connecting parks, schools, neighborhoods , and other public areas.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE STUDY AREA
The study area for the plan is generally defined by the urban growth boundary
for the City of Tigard (see Figure 2-1). This boundary was, however, modified
to reflect future growth areas. Major geographic features within this area
include the Tualatin River, Fanno and Summer Creeks, Bull Mountain, Little
Bull Mountain, the I-5 Freeway, Highway 217 and Highway 99W. The city is
located within the iuridiction of Washington County.
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INVENTORY OF EXISTING RECREATIONAL RESOURCES
The Tigard park and recreation system is comprised of several elements and
resources. Parks, greenways, open space, schools, recreational facilities,
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natural areas and historical/cultural
foreStheces Citals rork esidentogether to provide a
The following
collection of varied opportunitiesy'
section identifies the major recreational resources in the City and briefly
discusses their contribution to recreation in Tigard.
PARKS
Parks offer developed areas such as ball fields, pathways and large open
areas, in which people can participate in a variety of active and passive
activities. The emphasis of parks is generally on development of a range of
areas and facilities to accommodate public activities. size , population
hlation
level of
development and planned uses depend on the park type, its Withinoputhe
served, proximity to other parks, natural features and topography.
study area there are over 200 acres of public land for recreational use. Of
this total, 56% or 116.07 acres are designated as parks.
The nine parks in this system are divided into four types, depending on their
location, features, and number of people they serve. The four park types
which currently serve the City of Tigard are described in the following
section along with brief descriptions of existing parks within each category.
Mini Parks are designed to serve a specialized area or purpose with a
limited range of facilities. They also provide landscaped areas in the
commercial_ core of the City. The size of mini parks can vary, though it
is generally at the lower end, from a residential lot or smaller up to 2
acres. As a result , facilities most likely focus on a specific purpose
depending on the site conditions and the recreational needs of the
surrounding residents.
Three mini-parks are located in the City of Tigard: Ye Old Windmill, Main
and Liberty. Ye Old Windmill serves more as a historic site than a park
and contains the restored Wood-Christensen farm windmill. Main and
Liberty Parks are located in the downtown area and serve as passive
recreation areas and landscaped sites, providing an entrance into downtown.
Neighborhood Parks are intended to provide a focus for social and
recreational activities in residential areas, and should be easily
accessible by foot or bicycle. Within these parks are areas and
facilities that allow a variety of informal recreational activities that
are consistent with the character and needs of the
neighborhood. The
emphasis is on providing the day-to-day recreationoeighties ae
pleasure walking, recreational bicycling, using play equipment, and
informal ball games.
Tigard has three neighborhood parks, all located in the northern section
of the city. Woodard Park is the smallest of these parks and contains
some play equipment, picnic facilities and paths. Jack Park is completely
developed with a large open area, paths, some play equipment, and a
basketball court. intotwo
Englewood
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and
actually divided parks atthis time.
contains several play areas, large open areas, and pathways.
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Community Parks serve a larger population than do neighborhood parks and,
consequently, provide a greater variety of facilities and recreational
opportunities such as tennis courts, community centers and large natural
areas. Because of their relatively larger acreages, community parks can
accommodate these facilities and activities but require extensive
buffering to reduce noise and visual impacts.
Two community parks are located in the City of Tigard. Summer Lake Park
is partially developed with play equipment, paths and picnic areas
surrounding a large lake filled with ducks and geese. Once additional
land is acquired, proposed plans include a ballfield, a sport court,
tennis courts, a community center, and various other facilities. Fanno
Creek Park is located adjacent to downtown Tigard and at present is only
partially developed with paths and picnic areas. Much of the park will
remain in its natural state and will provide neighborhood residents, and
visitors to the downtown area, Civic Center and Senior Center with a
pleasurable passive recreation experience.
Large Urban Parks are intended to provide a focus for the City's
recreational needs and activities. Because of such large amounts of land
available, diverse passive and active recreational activities are
possible. Within these parks it is possible to provide the space and
facilities needed for tournament play, as well as for large company
picnics. A large portion of each park of this type can be retained in
it's natural state and contain nature trails.
Cook Park is the only park of this type within the City. It offers the
most facilities of any park in the City and, based on a community survey,
receives the highest use among the City's recreational attractions. It
includes natural and developed areas, ball fields, play equipment, river
front facilities, a basketball court, soccer fields, picnic areas, covered
shelters, horseshoe pits and large open areas
Detailed descriptions of the four park types, including design and location
criteria, are found in Appendix A. For park locations see Figure 2.2.
GREENWAYS
Greenways occur within the City as linear recreational corridors which are
riparian areas of the Tualatin River, certain creeks and natural drainage
swales (these corridors are presently identified in the Tigard Comprehensive
Plan) . They include both developed greenways with paved pathways, and
undeveloped natural areas in which pathways will be constructed in the
future. Of the City's total recreational land, 91.69 acres or 44 percent are
classified as greenway areas. Approximately 25 percent of the greenway total
is developed and occurs in the Copper Creek/Picks Landing Greenway, Black
Bull/Windsor Place Greenway, and Genesis/Exodus Greenway. Once the remaining
land in the proposed Greenway Park System is acquired through dedications or
easements , the greenways will total several hundred acres and will link parks,
schools, neighborhoods, and other public areas. (See Figures 2.2 and 4.7)
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SCHOOLS
Elementary, junior high and high schools are recreational resources because
many have fields that can be used by the public. Schools also have a great
potential to be used as recreational centers for evening and weekend classes
and activities. Presently, joint operating agreements between the Tigard
School District and local sports organizations offer another opportunity for
the use of public facilities. (For school locations see Figure 2.2) .
FACILITIES
Physical facilities help to meet much of the demand for specific and
specialized recreational activities. They range from bikeways to ballfields,
and can either focus on a single use as in tennis courts or emphasize multiple
uses such as a sport court and practice wall combined, a multi-use sports
field, or the many uses of a community center. Detailed inventories of all
facilities can he found in Appendix B.
Public
Most of the City's outdoor recreational facilities are now concentrated in
Cook Park. The park includes ballfields, shelters, soccer fields,
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basketball court, river front facilities, and play q Pent, Play
equipment is also available at Englewood, Jack, Woodard and Summer Lake
parks. As expected, all elementary schools provide play equipment also.
Sports fields are provided almost exclusively by the schools,
with
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Park as the only City owned land with two ballfields. Approximately
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public ball fields or general purpose sports fields are located throughout
the City. The school district also provides the five baseball fields
located in the City. Only two of the City' s 13 soccer fields are located
in City parks.
Basketball courts are provided at two parks and all schools. Cook and
Jack parks each have one outdoor full court. Every school, except Fowler
Junior High, has outdoor basketball hoops, many with half court, some with
full court. All schools have indoor full courts in a gymnasium, many with
two full courts.
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Shelters, cooking facilities, and restrooms are provided at Cook Park, and
picnic tables are provided at Cook, Fanno Creek, Summer Lake, and volloydall
ard
parks. Other assorted facilities such as horseshoe pits,
courts are provided in the parks and schools. Also the only public
swimming pool in Tigard is located at Tigard High School.
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Quasi-Public
Many quasi-public facilities are provided primarily through Tigard area
churches. These facilities include ball fields, play equipment, open
spaces, basketball and gymnasiums. Other recreational resources include
Tigard Lanes bowling alley, Orian's Gym and Health Habit health clubs,
Summerfield golf course, and several gymnastic/fitness clubs and martial
arts schools.
Private
There are essentially no private recreation or park resources in the City
of Tigard. Within a five mile radius of Tigard there are numerous private
facilities ranging from golf country clubs and tennis clubs, to health
clubs.
PROGRAMS
Programs provide organized opportunities for residents to pursue special
interests and participate in group activities. Because of their adaptable
nature, programs can respond quickly to current needs and, through an
innovative and aggressive approach, can lead the City's residents in exploring
new activities and interests. Programs are also the most flexible of the five
basic elements in addressing the recreational and cultural needs of special
segments within the population such as children, low-income families, elderly,
working parents, and the handicapped.
At this time, the City of Tigard does not provide any recreational programs or
activities . Sports programs, organized by volunteers, provide a variety of
organized leagues in Tigard. Opportunities for both boys and girls athletics
are provided in soccer, basketball, softball, baseball and football. Adult
opportunities are provided in basketball and softball.
HISTORIC SITES
Historic Sites have the potential to expand cultural opportunities for Tigard
citizens. The historic sites which are publicly owned can serve as individual
attractions in themselves or they can serve as a special facility within a
park, such as Windmill Park. The seven structures as identified in the City' s
comprehensive plan are Durham Elementry School, the John F. Tigard House, the
Wood/Christensen Windmill (Windmill Park) , the Upshaw House/Seven Gables, the
Joy Theater, the Tigard Grange, and the Tigard Feed and Seed Store. Durham
School is owned by the Tigard School District and the Wood/Christensen
Windmill by the City, while the remaining sites are privately owned. The
John F. Tigard House is presently owned by the Tigard Area Historical and
Preservation Association and is in the process of restoration.
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PARK STANDARDS
Park standards are primarily a guideline for determining land requirements and
minimum acceptable facilities for various kinds of park and recreation areas.
In this respect, standards are then more often used as a tool to determine
park deficiencies rather than park adequacy. Park standards can be used as a
means to justify the need for parks and open space within the overall land-use
pattern of a community. They can also serve as a basis on which decisions
regarding park projects can be made. It should be emphasized that these
represent guidelines only and should be considered along with other relevant
factors. The overall desirable level set by these standards is 10 acres per
1000 people, which is approximately the present level provided within the
City. In combination , these standards constitute an ideal park system.
The standards for the City of Tigard were modified from information, as well
as technical guidance, obtained from the Tigard Comprehensive Plan (1983) ,
National Recreation and Parks Association standards and guidelines (1983) , and
the Oregon Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) (1983).
Detailed descriptions of the City of Tigard's park standards including design
and location criteria, are found in Appendix A. A detailed description of the
National Recreation and Park Association standards for recreation areas and
activities which includes minimum to optimum guidelines is also helpful for
future planning of recreational areas from a national viewpoint. Comparing
facility guidelines with the present population of the City and to the
projected population rate can help identify facility deficiencies and plan
future park projects accordingly.
The park acreage standards are set for lands available to the general public,
and owned or otherwise controlled by the City or a cooperating public agency.
They do not include:
1. Public School property (not available for active recreation).
2. Special areas (pathways, cemeteries, and golf courses).
3. Private or voluntary agency lands and facilities.
4. Vacant undeveloped land not under ownership or control of the City.
5. Privately controlled historic sites.
The City of Tigard is primarily concerned with neighborhood, community and
large urban parks and following the standards for these parks to meet the
future needs of the projected population. Mini parks have the lowest
development priority mainly due to the lack of space available to accommodate
recreational facilities an area may need and the high cost of maintaining
these parks. Highest priority is given to larger parks, such as neighborhood
and community parks, which benefit a greater number of local residents.
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PARK SYSTEM CLASSIFICATION
Park standards found in Appendix A describe in detail the following list which
represents the Tigard Parks System. The inventory of existing recreational
recources discussed on pages 4-7 identify present elements of this system.
1. Mini Parks
2. Neighborhood Parks
3. Community Parks
4. Metropolitan Parks
5. Large Urban Parks
6. Regional Parks
7. General Open Space (Preservation Oriented - may be combined)
A. Scenic Pathways
B. Landscaped Areas
C. Natural Preserves
8. Water Oriented Sites
A. Fishing
B. Boating
C. Swimming
9. Special Use Areas
A. Play and Ball Fields
B. Courts (tennis, basketball)
C. Ranges (rifle, bow and arrow)
D. Swimming Pools
E. Trails
F. Sports Complex (two or more of the above)
G. Golf Courses
10. Cultural Facilities
11. Historic Sites
12. Activity Centers
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POPULATION GROWTH AND CHARACTERISTICS
Like other cities in the region, Tigard began as a farming community and is
now developing into an urban center. Although the City has been settled for
over a century, most of its population growth has occurred in the past
twenty—five years. The first signs of growth began to appear in the early
1960's. The population of Tigard more than quadrupled between the time Tigard
was incorporated in 1961 and 1970. (1961: 1,084 and 1970: 5,302) . During
the time period from 1970 to 1980, Tigard experienced even greater growth, as
the population raised to 14,286. As of December 1986, Tigard's official
population count was 20,765, and has grown by over 212% since 1970.
Projections for the City of Tigard point to a year 2000 population of
approximately 40,000 residents, which includes the Metzger area. Areas which
may experience the greatest population growth appear to be Bull Mountain and
its northern foothills, South Tigard in the Durham Road/Pacific Highway area,
and Southeast Tigard in the area west of Fanno Creek to the area surrounding
Hal? Boulevard. Aside from growth in the number of residents, is the increase
in the number of persons aged 65 and older in the South Tigard area. This
shift has been occurring since the early 1970's , coinciding with the
development of Summerfield Retirement Village and influenced by neighboring
King City. The Tigard School District expects a growth of 2% per year.
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EXISTING PARK USE PATTERNS
To identify park use patterns among Tigard residents, a survey was conducted
between November 1986 and February 1987. Three different groups were chosen
for distribution of the survey, to ensure a variety of responses from a wide
range of City residents. Seven special interest groups were chosen for their
community involvement: Tigard Kiwanis, American Legion Post 158, Tigard
Jaycees, Tigard Basketball Association, City Basketball League , Girl Scout
Leaders, and Boy Scout Troup 799 leaders and parents. Fowler and Twality
Junior High Schools and Tigard High School were contacted for response from
youth in seventh to twelfth grade. The survey was also mailed to all Tigard
households in the City newsletter "All About Town." The park profile that
follows is based on the results of the survey. For a detailed tabulation of
the park survey, see Appendix C.
The main findings generated by the survey are:
o Cook Park is the most popular park location.
o Picnics, sports, use of the play equipment, and leisure activities,
such as relaxing and enioying nature, are the most popular activities
at Cook Park.
o Lack of awareness of other parks or locations is a common reason for
not using the parks.
o Maintenance of parks is very important to park users.
Characteristics of Park Use or Non-Use
Survey results indicate a relatively high use of park use by Tigard
residents. Over 80 percent of those who responded to the survey indicated
using Tigard City Parks. Of the possible reasons for not using City parks,
most respondents (18%) cited lack of time for not going to the park. It
should be noted that 77 percent of those who indicated that response were
students. The second most frequent response (15%) stated they didn't know
where the parks were located or that there were any parks. Another response
(13%) cited problems such as harassment, drug dealing, too many kids in cars,
fear, etc. , for staying away from the City parks. Other reasons included not
using the parks yet (11%) , lack of facilities or "nothing to do" (10% and all
student respondents) , new to area (7%) , or too far from home (7%). Other
explanations were noted by approximately 20 percent of respondents, most
stating the lack of certain facilities as the main factor for not visiting the
parks.
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Preferred Locations
As indicated by the survey, Cook Park is the most visited park in the City.
Over 70 percent of survey respondents indicated using the park. The second
most frequent response concerned parks outside of the City of Tigard as used
most often (11%) . All of these responses were made by youth who listed
Tualatin Community Park, most likely due to the fact they resided in the City
of Tualatin. (The Tigard School District includes residents of Tualatin. )
None of the mini parks were noted as preferred locations possible because only
one is located in a neighborhood but does not contain any facilities.
Cook Park was used most often because of the numerous facilities offered to
many different types of people. Activities range from organized sports to
enjoying nature. Other parks in the City have limited facilities and that is
most likely the reason why most residents would choose to use Cook Park or
other parks outside the City, rather than the park closest to their home.
Preferred Locations
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10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 807
Figure 2-5
Parks Used Occasionally
Survey results indicate that only 25 percent of respondents use Tigard City
Parks occasionally. The most frequent response cites non-use or the use of
other parks outside the City of Tigard as the public's second choice or
occasionally used park areas.
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Preferred Activities
Because each park in the City of Tigard differs from the others in available
facilities or other physical characteristics, comparisons cannot be made in
regard to preferred use. At Cook Park, picnicking is noted as the favorite
activity of respondents as indicated in the survey. Sports activities as a
whole are cited as the favorite activity among the youth, with leisure
activities (i.e. reading, relaxing, sunbathing, watching people) stated as the
second most popular activity. Cook Park is also noted as a place to meet
friends, "ham, out," or "party" by 12 percent of the youth. Among adults, use
of the play equipment for either children or grandchildren is the second most
popular activity. Walking is another favorite activity at Cook Park,
particularly with older respondents.
Due to the lack of facilities in most of the other City parks, walking is
cited as the most popular activity. Use of the play equipment is another
favorite activity in those parks with play structures and equipment.
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Additional Facilities Desired
Responses contained requests for a variety of facilities or physical features:
Cook Park:
Improving and/or upgrading of play equipment was cited most frequently;
Better maintenance of grounds, including lawn areas , and facilities, e.g. ,
restrooms. Lack of maintenance is the most common complaint about Cook
Park;
Trails and paths throughout the park and along the river;
Numerous sports facilities, e.g. , tennis courts , ball fields, and a
swimming pool, preferably an outdoor one. This is a common response even
though a public pool is located approximately a half-mile away at Tigard
High School.
Other Parks:
Sports facilities, particularly basketball courts, picnic facilities;
More or improved play equipment;
Addition or improvement of paths.
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ISS E
CITY-WIDE ISSUES
There are major issues that affect parks in Tigard. These issues were
identified through an analysis of the existing park system, the
characteristics of the existing population, and the future requirements for
parks based on population growth. Solutions and plans to address these issues
are provided in the next chapter.
Although the parks system of Tigard is a combination of land, facilities, and
people, the problems and opportunities of the system can be grouped into five
general issues identified below:
1. Land Acquisition The population of the study area is growing
and Development:
P� steadily, and as a result there will be a
deficiency of parkland and facilities to meet
the needs of the future population based upon
park standards. The distribution of parks
and facilities is uneven, providing no parks
in some neighborhoods. Access for park use
becomes even more important as growth occurs.
2. Financial: There is a lack of adequate funding to
acquire and develop needed parkland, and for
further development of existing parkland. A
new financial program has to be developed if
the City is to meet the park needs of the
community.
3. Public Awareness There is a need for greater public awareness
and Involvement: of the parks and facilities in Tigard. There
should be more opportunities for citizen
involvement in the park planning process,
development, and maintenance.
4. Maintenance: There is a need for an extended program for
maintenance and improvements of parkland and
facilities.
5. Joint Use Agreements: Improved coordination between public agencies
and the City on the use of public lands would
increase the opportunities for the public to
gain new park land or make better use of
existing public land and facilities.
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1. LAN') ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT
Park Acreage Need
The principal problem facing the Tigard Park System is the insufficient amount
of park acreage to meet the future park needs of the projected population. At
the present time, the City has a gross park land acreage of approximately 200
acres , which generally meets the overall park acreage standard of 10 acres per
1000 people. However, approximately 40 percent of this amount is designated
as ereenway, is largely undeveloped, and will remain primarily in a natural
state. Because there is a shortage of developed park land, for both active
and passive recreation purposes to meet existing and future needs of the
projected population, additional open space and park land must be acquired.
Based upon the City's park standards, and accounting for existing park land ,
the City has a net need of 282 acres of total park land by the year 2000.
This figure is based on a projected population of approximately 40,000
residents. A summary of the park acreage need is shown below.
CITY-WIDE PARK ACREAGE SUMMARY
Neighborhood Community Large
Mini-Parks Parks Parks Urban Parks
1987 2000 1987 2000 1987 2000 1987 2000
Existing Acres of Parkland 2.24 2.24 23.96 23.96 38.81 38.81 51.06 51.06
Population in Thousands 20 40 20 40 20 40 20 40
Acre Standard per Thousand .5 .5 2 2 2.5 2.5 5 5
Existing Acres per Thousand .11 .06 1.20 .6 1.94 .97 2.55 1.28
Percent of Standard 22% 11% 60% 30% 78% 397. 51% 26%
Acreage Excess or Deficiency -7.76 -17.76 -16.04 -56.04 -11.19 -61.19 -48.94 -148.94
Figure 3-1
One means of accomplishing this objective is through the expansion of Tigard's
existing parks. Possible expansion is likely in all the parks, excluding
mini-parks, and is detailed in the individual park plan proposals. However,
to accommodate additional acreage as needed, more park land must still be
acquired either through land acquisition, joint use agreements of public land,
or other methods.
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Park Distribution and Access
The distribution of the City's parks and recreational facilities is uneven.
Most of the City's parks and facilities are presently concentrated in the
northern and northwestern neighborhoods of Tigard with the exception of Cook
Park in South Tigard. Other than a small variety of facilities in the
northern areas and at the schools, most public recreational facilities are
found at Cook Park. The newer residential areas of Central, East and West
Tigard , and the older areas of South Tigard are deficient in neighborhood
parks.
With an uneven distribution, the need for adequate access between parks and
neighborhoods is especially important. Residents in areas without adequate
recreational facilities should be able to depend on a system of
pedestrian/bicycle paths to connect their neighborhoods with schools and other
public areas; and eventually with parks in their own areas as distribution is
equalized.
In some parts of the City, access to recreational areas is often disjointed or
restricted. For instance, access to the developed portion of Summer Lake Park
is presently limited to paths from the Summer Lake subdivision and a path from
Tony Court off of SW North Dakota Street. Until further development is
completed, access is difficult for residents to the west and south of the
park. The same is true for residents to the southwest of Fanno Creek Park in
the downtown area, where easy access is not available except to a small
neighborhood adjacent to the park. Because both of these parks are classified
as community parks, easy access must be made available to the larger
population they serve. Until more of the Greenway pedestrian/bicycle paths
are complete, access throughout the City in a convenient, enjoyable and safe
manner cannot be made. Major obstacles to this system involve land
acquisition and construction of the pathways through marsh areas and major
road crossings.
2. FINANCIAL
Funds for Tigard Parks System operations currently are derived from the
General Fund. Because 38 percent of General Fund monies are generated through
taxes, the financial health of the fund is sensitive to local economic
conditions. Revenue from the Parks System Development Fees, assessed on all
new residential developments in the City, is used for park acquisition,
expansion and development. The development fee, at its current rate, cannot
provide the funds necessary to acquire or develop adequate park acreage for
Tigard's future population. New opportunities for future park funding must be
found. Unless these new funding sources are found, the amount of parkland and
the extent of recreational facilities will not keep pace with population
growth.
Federal programs to fund recreation are very limited due to current Federal
policies seeking to reduce Federal funds provided to state and local
government. The Land and Water Conservation Fund, which has previously been
used by cities to acquire and develop parkland, has been drastically reduced.
Other grant programs have been either severely curtailed or eliminated.
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Finding other potential funding sources and development methods of achieving
the park needs of the community is very important at this time. Some alterna-
tive methods for fulfilling these needs are: joint use agreements, developer
dedications and density transfers, private contributions, facility revenue, a
parks acquisition and development bond, and other available funding services.
Joint use agreements: Agreements between public agencies and the City on the
joint use of facilities and surplus lands to supplement recreational needs.
Developer dedications and density transfers: Conditions of development ,
requiring a portion of a development to be dedicated as parks and open space
and then allowing density transfer from one part of the project to another.
Private contributions: Provide a means for citizens or organizations to
donate land , facilities , or money, such as through a parks foundation or trust
fund , gift catalog, etc. Neighborhood volunteer programs may be used to help
maintain and build park facilities.
Easements: Private land owners may grant access for pedestrian/bicycle paths
and other park system uses.
Facility revenues: Develop additional opportunities of increasing revenue,
such as a rental center for canoes and/or boats on the Tualatin River, a
sports complex, municipal golf course, or rental of community center
facilities.
Parks acquisition and development bond issue or serial levy: A bond or levy
would allow land to be acquired immediately in anticipation of population
growth while the land prices are relatively low, and complete development of
existing parks to benefit the public now.
Other funding sources: Explore available grants such as the State Historic
Preservation Grant, State Grant-In-Aid program, National Endowment for the
Arts Grants, and other private grant sources.
3. PUBLIC AWARENESS AND INVOLVEMENT
There is a need for greater public awareness of Tigard parks and facilities.
Many people are not aware of the number of parks available in Tigard or the
facilities provided. This may be due, in part , to the poor visibility of some
City parks and to an insufficient amount of information about park facilities
and opportunities. Some of the parks are either difficult or impossible to
see or get to from main roads. Such as Jack Park which is isolated from many
of the surrounding neighborhoods due to its location. Park signs at each site
and directional signs from major roads would attract more attention to the
various parks.
This lack of awareness can be corrected by providing the public with
information about park locations and what each park has to offer. Information
could be distributed through schools, newsletters , newspapers, public
television, and public agencies. Public celebrations could also be held
whenever a park was built to publicize the addition to the City nark system.
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Once a recreation program is developed in Tigard, a recreation guide should be
published quarterly and mailed to all Tigard households. This guide would
serve as an excellent medium for informing the community of the various
recreation opportunities, as well as publicize the various facilities and
their location.
To ensure that recreational developments are tailored to the needs of the
community, a program for citizen involvement in the process of park location
and design should be established. Such a program would encourage more
involvement from neighborhood groups and would ensure that neighborhood needs
are accurately defined and addressed, would build citizen support for parks
projects, and help to promote communication between the public and the City.
Park designs and locations should be reviewed by the Park and Recreation
Board, neighborhood groups and any other citizen bodies before plans are
implemented. Also encouraging citizens who will be using the facility to
actively participate in the construction and maintenance of park facilities,
will promote pride and "ownership" of their parks.
4. MAINTENANCE
Maintenance and improvements of Tigard parks and recreational facilities is an
issue of significant importance to the public. The aesthetic appearance and
overall attractiveness of the City parks is an important characteristic for
park use and frequent return of park visitors. Providing a recreational area
which is attractive, clean, safe, and meets the needs of the public is an
inviting aspect to those who will visit the park.
Maintenance and modifications of recreational facilities, such as playground
equipment and pedestrian/bicycle paths, is essential to public safety, in
providing extended use, and in meeting the needs of the park users. Through
the use of a preventive maintenance system, maintenance costs would also be
reduced as well as unplanned reactive maintenance.
To ensure that parks and recreational facilities are maintained at a standard
which promotes active use, pride and enjoyment by the public , stable reliable
maintenance funding would need to he found. This funding is essential to
assure a continuing program of park maintenance and can be established as a
new program of finance is developed for the entire park system.
5. JOINT USE AGREEMENTS
The potential for expanding the recreational opportunities in the Tigard
planning area is based in part on the cooperation of all public agencies.
Additional development or more intense use of some public facilities could
help to increase recreational opportunities. The ownership of public land in
the City is now divided among several agencies: The City of Tigard, Tigard
School District, Tigard Water District, Bonneville Power Administration, and
Unified Sewerage Agency. A joint use agreement or public land policy could
promote the multiple use of public lands and facilities for recreation
purposes. Although many of the public lands are actively used, there are
parcels and facilities that are underutilized or vacant, and which could be
used cooperatively for short and long term recreational use.
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All of the school sites in the City are important recreational resources
because they have open spaces and recreational facilities that can be used by
the public. Often, the recreational resources of these sites are underused,
such as when schools are closed for the summer and are frequently idle and
empty. With agreements which define how schools may be used for public
recreational purposes, the use of these facilities can increase. Also the
potential for schools to be used as recreation centers or community schools
may increase as the need for recreation grows.
A joint use agreement or public land policy would encourage all public
agencies in the planning area to view themselves as potential contributors to
the City's recreation system and to support cooperative agreements which would
determine how to use the land most efficiently. Many opportunities for future
recreational facilities can be combined with public agency uses of the same
site. An example would be the joint use of utility lines and
pedestrian/bicycle paths.
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CITY-WIDE PARK PLAN
CITY-WIDE GOALS:
o To provide a balanced range of park lands and facilities to meet the
public's needs for passive and active recreation, and serve the aesthetic
needs of all City residents.
o To preserve, protect and enhance plant, wildlife and fish areas and
habitats; water areas; wetlands; and other unique and natural areas for
the recreational enjoyment of the general public.
o To provide safe and convenient access throughout the community, connecting
parks, schools, neighborhoods, and other public areas.
LAND ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT
Objectives:
o Acquire open space and park land in anticipation of population growth and
land development, and in advance of need so that they can be reserved for
community use before the cost becomes prohibitive. Take advantage of all
opportunities to acquire park land as they arise.
o Acquire and develop parks and facilities in underserved neighborhoods.
o Develop facilities first where population is concentrated rather than in
outlying areas.
o Wherever possible, locate neighborhood parks adjacent to school sites.
o Develop and locate parks and other recreational facilities to allow safe
and convenient access from residential areas. Neighborhood parks, in
particular, should he centrally located in residential neighborhoods to
encourage access by foot and bicycle.
o Develop policy concerning conditions of development, requiring a portion
of all new developments to be dedicated as parks and open space through
density transfers.
Recommended Actions:
Land Acquisition --
(refer to Figure 3-1 , page 17 , for park acreage summary)
1. Mini-Parks - Many small parcels of City land could be classified as
mini-parks. Many of the cul-de-sac circles located throughout the City
have the potential of serving as mini-parks, along with other small lots
located within neighborhoods. Most of these areas should be developed
through neighborhood associations or by developers as construction of
subdivisions occur. Park standards indicate the need for approximately
18 acres by the year 2000.
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2. Neighborhood Parks - Approximately 56 acres needed. Park acreage to be
acquired by area: (Refer to Figure 4-1)
Area A - 3 acres (Jack Park expansion)
Area B - 6 acres (Englewood Park expansion)
Area C - 9 acres (3.8 acres available at school site)
Area D - 2-3 acres
Area E - 3-5 acres
Area F - 5 acres
Area G - 0 (contains Fanno Creek Park)
Area H - 0 (contains Woodard Park)
Area I - 5 acres (8. 1 acres available at school site)
Area J - 10-20 acres
Area K - 5 acres (5 acres available on public land)
Area L - 3-5 acres (22.8 acres available at school sites)
Area M - 3-5 acres
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3. Community Parks - Approximately 61 acres needed. Park acreage to be
acquired by area:
Northwest area - 15 acres (Summer Lake Park expansion)
Southwest area - 30 acres (Bull Mountain area)
Northeast area - 0 (Metzger area)
Southeast area - 0 (Cook Park area)
Central area - 15 acres (Fanno Creek Park expansion)
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4. Large Urban Parks - Approximately 149 acres needed. Park acreage to be
acquired:
Southwest area - 19 acres (Cook Park expansion)
- 30 acres (possible Cook Park expansion)
City-wide -100 acres (Greenway Park System expansion)
Park Development -
The identification of facility needs are based on: 1) desires expressed
through surveys of residents; 2) appraisal of existing facilities;
3) projections of future facility needs; and 4) facility standards. Facility
needs for the year 2000 by park or area, and development priority are:
PRIORITY
Facilities HIGH MEDIUM LOW
1. Softball - (11 fields needed)
1 - Summer Lake Park X
4 - Cook Park X
2 - Community or Neighborhood Parks (area J) X
1 - Neighborhood Park (area F) X
1 - Neighborhood Park (area C) X
1 - Neighborhood Park (area I) X
1 - Neighborhood Park (area K) X
2. Baseball - (7 fields needed)
2 - Cook Park X
(5 - presently located at schools)
3. Tennis - (7 courts needed)
4 - Summer Lake Park X
4 - Neighborhood Park or public land (area J) X
(13 - presently located at schools)
4. Basketball - (6 outdoor courts needed)
1 - Summer Lake Park X
1 - Cook Park X
1 - Englewood Park X
1 - Neighborhood or Community Park (area J) X
1 - Neighborhood Park (area F) X
1 - Neighborhood Park (area C) X
5. Soccer - (2 fields needed)
1 - Community Park (area A or J) X
1 - Cook Park X
6. Football - (2 fields needed)
2 - Cook Park (multi-use fields) X
7. Volleyball - (7 courts needed)
1 - Cook Park X
1 - Summer Lake Park X
1 - Englewood Park X
1 - Neighborhood or Community Park (area J) X
1 - Neighborhood Park (Area F) X
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PRIORITY
Facilities HIGH MEDIUM LOW
1 - Neighborhood Park (Area C) X
1 - Neighborhood Park (area I) X
8. Community Center - (2 centers needed)
1 - Summer Lake Park X
1 - South Tigard area X
9. Swimming Pool (Indoor) - (1 pool needed)
1 - North Tigard area (school or community park site) X
10. Golf Course - (1 course needed)
1 - area J X
11. Outdoor Theater - (2 facilities needed)
1 - Fanno Creek Park X
1 - Cook Park X
MINIMUM PARK AND RECREATION STANDARDS
1986 1993 2000
Type of (Actual Population-20,000) (Estimated Population-30,000) (Estimated Population-40,000)
Facility Guidelines Standard Existing Standard Needed Standard Needed
Softball 1 diamond 7 2 10 8 13 11
per 3000
Baseball 1 diamond 3-4 0 5 5 6-7 6-7
per 6000
Community 1 center 0-1 0 1 1 1-2 1-2
Center per 25,000
Swimming 1 pool per 2 1 0-1 0-1 2 1
Pool (Indoor) 20,000
Swimming 1 pool per 0 0 0 0 1 1
Pool(Outdoor) 40,000
Tennis Court 1 court per 10 0 15 15 20 20
2,000
Basketball 1 court per 4 2 6 4 8 6
(outdoor) 5,000
Public Golf 1 course per 0 0 0 0 0-1 0-1
Course (18 50,000
hole)
Outdoor 1 facility 1 0 1-2 1-2 2 2
Theater per 20,000
volleyball 1 court per 4 1 6 5 8 7
5,000
Soccer 1 field per 2 2 3 1 4 2
10,000
Football 1 field per 1 0 1-2 1-2 2 2
20,000
Note - Guidelines for park facilities only
Figure 4-2
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FINANCIAL
Objectives:
o Secureq-,uate funds from Federal, State, and private sources to
implement a program of acquisition and development of new parks, and
improve , maintenance and expansion of existing parks.
o Minimize tav' lopment and maintenance costs through the use of volunteers,
where a# oprriate.
o Maximize revenues generated through Tigard facilities by the use of fees ,
where aroprriate.
o Identifys ecific items that citizens or groups can donate to improve park
facilities through listings, such as a gift catalog.
o Develop a Parkland Acceptance Policy for donations of land and structures
which s` 11 The accepted only if they have active or passive recreational
potential, unique open space characteristics, or can be exchanged or sold
to benefit t e public.
PUBLIC AW&R P S AND INVOLVEMENT
Objectives:
o Develop Isrkai and facilities situated and designed to maximize visibility
and public u e.
o Provide the public with information concerning the Tigard Parks System
recreatia :al opportunities.
o Provide roper and extensive signing to increase the awareness of park
facilities.
o Develop rol unteer programs to involve individuals and groups in
developt and periodic maintenance of park facilities.
o Publicly recognize those citizens whose contributions of time or money
have helpfA support the Tigard Parks system.
o Provide a. staff position to serve as primary volunteer coordinator
responsiKe for planning, promoting, and organizing volunteer efforts in
park design, construction, and maintenance.
o Provide marls for the public to request and/or express the need for
facilities o-r changes in their parks.
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Recommended Actions:
Public Awareness and Relations
1. Methods of providing parks information:
a. Maps depicting existing parks, facilities, schools, greenway,
pedestrian/bicycle paths, trails, etc.
b. City newsletter
c. Publicity in newspapers, on radio, cable TV, and television stations
d. Presentations to local schools, youth groups, business groups, and
service clubs.
e. Special events to celebrate seasonal events, completion of projects,
etc.
f. Listings of recreational facilities that can be rented by the public.
g. Proper and extensive signing.
2. Publicly recognize volunteers:
a. Newspaper article
b. City newsletter recognition listing and/or article.
c. Special events presentations of merit.
3. Design a Citizen Needs Request Form, available from City Hall and
distributed upon request.
MAINTENANCE
Objectives:
o Design, maintain and modify parks and recreational facilities in a manner
that ensures the public safety, allows year-round use, reduces maintenance
costs, and meets the public's needs.
o Provide a preventive maintenance system, including careful safety checks
of all facilities and equipment.
o Plan and coordinate maintenance and improvement projects on a year-round
schedule to allocate resources more efficiently, and provide clearly
defined duties for regular repairs, general cleanliness and orderliness,
and overall attractiveness.
o Design maintenance and improvement programs to support natural resources
and to minimize damage to natural vegetation and critical wildlife habitat.
o Secure adequate funding sources to implement an efficient maintenance
program.
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JOINT USE AGREEMENTS
Objectives:
o Develop a joint use agreement between the City and other public
jurisdictions to encourage the recreational use of developed and
undeveloped public lands, and existing buildings.
o Encourage the joint use of park and school facilities by locating such
sites next to one another.
o Establish cooperative agreements with existing and future sports
organizations in the City.
o Support and encourage projects initiated by other organizations to broaden
the City's recreational opportunities.
o Develop a joint use agreement between the City and quasi-public
organizations to encourage the recreational use of quasi-public facilities.
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ACTION PLAN
I. Five Year PlanPRIORITY
HIGH MEDIUM LOW
A. Development Projects
(refer to Neighborhood Park Service Areas Map, page 23) .
Area D: Develop neighborhood park
Acquire
2-3 acres X
Develop: Play equipment/structure X
Picnic facilities X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Benches X
Irrigation system X
Area F: Develop neighborhood park
Acquire: 5 acres X
Develop: Ballfield X
Basketball/Sport court X
Volleyball court X
Play equipment/structure X
Picnic facilities X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Lighting X
Benches X
Irrigation system X
Area K: Develop neighborhood park
Acouire: 5 acres X
Develop: Garden Center and natural park X
Benches X
Pedestrian paths X
Irrigation system X
Lighting X
Area M: Develop neighborhood park
Acquire: 3-5 acres X
Develop: Play equipment/structure X
Picnic facilities X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Benches X
Irrigation system X
Lighting X
B. Improvement Projects
Cook Park -
Acquire: 19+ acres X
Prepare: Master Park Plan X
Improve: Waterfront facilities X
Ballfields X
Irrigation system X
Develop: Sports complex X
Volleyball court X
Additional picnic facilities X
Drinking fountains X
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PRIORITY
HIGH MEDIUM LOW
Benches X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Wading pool X
Trails X
Additional play equipment/structure X
Covered area/s X
Additional horseshoe pits X
Gate X
Trash receptacles X
Englewood Park -
Acquire: 6+ acres X
Improve: Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Play equipment X
Develop: Sport courts X
Picnic facilities X
Benches X
Landscape buffer X
Trash receptacles X
Fanno Creek Park -
Acquire: 15+ acres X
Prepare: Master Park Plan X
Develop: Additional picnic facilities X
Benches X
Play equipment/structure X
Outdoor theater X
Park entrances X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Trash receptacles X
Greenway Park System -
Acquire: Additional acreage X
Develop: Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Trails X
Stream crossings X
Road crossings X
Benches X
Trash receptacles X
Jack Park -
Eliminate: Restroom Facility X
Improve: Irrigation system X
Develop: Covered shelter X
Play equipment/structure X
Picnic facilities X
Benches X
Trash receptacles X
Liberty Park -
Develop: City sign X
Trash receptacles X
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PRIORITY
HIGH MEDIUM LOW
Main Park -
Develop: City sign X
Lighting X
Benches X
Trash receptacles X
Landscaping X
Summer Lake Park -
Acquire: 9+ acres X
Prepare: Master Park Plan X
Develop: Ballfield X
Tennis courts X
Sport court/s X
Volleyball court X
Additional picnic facilities X
Trash receptacles X
Additional play equipment/structure X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Bridge X
Parking X
Lighting X
Community Center X
Benches X
Covered picnic shelter/s X
Wading pool X
Windmill Park -
Improve: Park design X
Develop: Interpretative signs X
Benches X
Trash receptacles X
Drinking fountain X
Irrigation system X
Landscaping X
Woodard Park -
Improve: Play equipment X
Appearance of man-holes X
Develop: Additional play equipment/structure X
Benches X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Landscaping X
Sport court X
Picnic facilities X
Trash receptacles X
City-wide Park System -
Improve: Maintenance X
Develop: Pedestrian/bicycle path connections X
City park signs X
Park system map X
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PRIORITY
HIGH MEDIUM LOW
C. Land Acquisition
(Refer to Neighborhood Park Service Areas Map, page 23)
Area C: Acquire 9 acres X
Area E: Acquire 2-3 acres X
Area J: Acquire 10-20 acres X
II. Ten Year Plan
A. Development Projects
(Refer to Neighborhood Park Service Areas Map, page 23)
Area C: Develop neighborhood park/s
Develop: Ballfield X
Sport court X
Volleyball court X
Play equipment/structure X
Picnic facilities X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Benches X
Irrigation system X
Area E: Develop neighborhood park
Develop: Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Picnic facilities X
Benches X
Area J: Develop neighborhood parks
Develop: Ballfield X
Sport court X
Volleyball court X
Play equipment/structure X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Lighting X
Benches X
Picnic facilities X
Irrigation system X
Area J: Develop tennis courts X
Bull Mountain Area: Develop community park:
Develop: Ballfields X
Soccer field X
Sport court X
Volleyball court X
Tennis courts (tentative) X
Play equipment/structure X
Picnic facilities X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Parking X
Benches X
Lighting X
Covered picnic shelter/s X
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PRIORITY
HIGH MEDIUM LOW
Trails X
Restrooms X
Wading pool X
Irrigation system X
South Tigard: Develop community center X
North Tigard: Develop indoor swimming pool X
(school or community park site)
West Tigard: Develop golf course
Acquire: 80 acres ( 9 holes) or X
160 acres (18 holes) X
Develop: Course X
Support facilities X
B. Improvement Projects
Cook Park -
Acquire: 30 acres X
Develop: Additional pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Covered picnic shelter/s X
Trails X
Additional parking X
Road extension X
Sport court X
Outdoor theater X
Englewood Park -
Develop: Additional play equipment X
Additional pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Fanno Creek Park -
Develop: Ash Street X
Greenway Park System -
Acquire: Additional acreage X
Develop: Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Trails X
Stream crossings X
Road crossings X
Bench X
Bridge over Tualatin River X
Trash receptacles X
Crossing at Scholls Ferry Road X
Jack Park -
Acquire: 3+ acres X
Develop: Road X
Turn around and/or parking X
Pedestrian/bicycle paths X
Summer Lake Park -
Develop: Tennis courts - lighting and cover X
Sport courts - lighting and cover X
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INDIVIDUAL PARK PLANS
INDIVIDUAL PARK PLANS
COOK PARK
Cook Park is a large urban park located south of Tigard High School at SW 92nd Avenue,
along the Tualatin River. The site is the largest park in the City consisting of 51.06
acres and serves as a regional park as well as a city park.
The original 36 acres of the park were donated to the City of Tigard by Melville and
Jessie Eastham on July 24, 1962. An eight year development plan was initiated that year
for picnic areas, play equipment, ballfields, waterfront facilities, restrooms, and
roads. With the volunteer efforts of the United States Marine Corps Reserve, 92nd
Avenue from Durham Road to the park was graded and graveled, providing better access to
the site in 1966. This also pleased the neighbors along 92nd Avenue and adjacent to the
park who had been complaining about the condition of the road due to increased park use.
By 1967, approximately half of the site was cleared of brush and trees by the City and a
Tigard resident, Ben Larson, to provide open space for ballfields, picnicking and play
areas. Restrooms were constructed and grass was planted. Water rights to the Tualatin
River were obtained to provide irrigation to the park. Riverfront facilities, including
a boat ramp and dock, were completed by 1969 providing citizens with a safe and
convenient access to the Tualatin River.
Through the early 1970's more development took place. Fences were built, walks added, a
caretaker's home placed in the park, roads and parking areas completed, an irrigation
system installed, ballfields finished, and more picnicking facilities and play equipment
provided. The park was expanded with the acquisition of 14.47 acres to the north of the
original site. By the late 1970' s and into the 1980's, development on the new site was
progressing with the addition of soccer fields, a small covered shelter with restrooms,
and a parking facility. Throughout the park other changes took place with the
rebuilding of the restroom facility and addition of facilities for the ball fields
(operated by the Tigard Little League). Through the efforts of a citizen's group, a
basketball court was built in 1985.
The park is characterized by relatively flat terrain throughout the site, although the
banks of the Tualatin River are rather steep. The entire site is in the floodplain of
the Tualatin River. Of the 51.06 acres, 14.5 acres are undeveloped and remain in a
natural state. The southeast portion of the park and all along the riverfront is
heavily wooded, with scattered trees throughout the picnic and play areas. The Mary
Woodard Memorial Maple Grove is located at the small parking area in the eastern portion
of the nark.
Access to the park by car, can still only be made by the way of 92nd Avenue.
Eventually, greenway pedestrian/bicycle paths will connect with park pathways and
provide access from many neighborhoods and areas of the city. Presently the boating
facilities provide access to the river but future improvements to this area will greatly
enhance the riverfront for boaters and visitors.
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Goals:
o To preserve open space and passive recreational land which will retain and improve
livability of the neighborhood and serve the leisure and aesthetic needs of City
residents.
o To pravizie safe and convenient access for City residents and park visitors, and
improvemnt of access for water activities.
o To provide large areas for diverse activities encompassing passive and active
recreattal uses.
o To preserve„ protect and enhance natural areas for the recreational enjoyment of
the general public.
Objectives:
o Preserveopen spaces and natural areas for passive recreation.
o Acquire land within the 100 year floodplain between the park and school property
(approxbately 19 acres).
o Improve traffic and pedestrian circulation within park.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle paths to connect with existing paths, greenway paths,
on-street bicycle paths and neighborhood access.
o Provide additional off-street parking.
o Provide esse for community festivals.
o Provide additional play equipment/structure/s.
o Constr= a'ditional covered area/s with cooking facilities and restrooms.
o Provide additional picnicking facilities--tables, barbecues, trash receptacles ,
drinking fountains.
o Provide additional horseshoe facilities.
o Improve `,oating facilities and river access--dock, boat ramp, trailer parking, etc.
o Explore feasibility of developing a multi-purpose sports complex which would
include fields, lighting, spectator areas , parking, irrigation and support
facilities.
o Provide a trail system along river-front and through natural areas.
o Prepare Master Park Plan, to promote the coordination of development and
improve nt projects, and to promote the retention of important natural open spaces
where appropriate.
o Improveand maintain present ball fields.
o Provide landscaping that will compliment and enhance the park.
o Explore revenue generating opportunities in the park.
o Mainten .ce of the park will be considered a high priority.
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COOK PARK PROJECT PROPOSALS
PRIORITY
PROPOSAL HIGH MEDIUM LOW
NO. PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION
1-1 Prepare Master Park Plan X
1-2 Acquire 19+ acres for sports complex X
1-3 Develop sports complex:
1-3a Develop ballfields X
1-3b Develop support facilities X
1-4 Improve ballfields X
1-5 Develop volleyball facility X
1-6 Develop pedestrian/bicycle paths and connections X
1-7 Develop trails X
1-8 Provide additional picnic facilities X
1-9 Provide additional drinking fountains X
1-10 Provide benches X
1-11 Provide play equipment/structure X
1-12 Construct additional covered area/s
X
1-13 Develop additional horseshoe facilities X
1-14 Develop wading pool X
1-15 Improve river front facilities X
1-16 Improve traffic flow X
1-17 Develop additional parking X
1-18 Construct gate across road X
1-19 Improve park irrigation system X
1-20 Provide maintenance X
1-21 Provide landscaping X
1-22 Provide outdoor theater `
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ENGLEWOOD PARK
Englewood Park is a neighborhood park located south of SW Scholls Ferry Road at SW
Springwood Drive in the Englewood subdivision. The 15.08 acre site was dedicated to the
City of Tigard in three segments between 1974 and 1976 during the construction of the
subdivision.
During the summer of 1983, work parties were set up in the neighborhood for residents
and City maintenance workers to work together to improve the appearance of the park.
Growth was cleared from the creek area and the creek was widened to allow better water
flow, play areas were cleaned up, grass trimmed, and paths repaired. A strong sense of
community appreciation exists in the neighborhood for this park, with many residents
acting as Block Captains to organize their plans.
The park consists of two large parcels of land, presently separated by approximately six
acres of privately owned land containing a large wooded area and 1.6 acre pond. The
area in the eastern portion of the park lies adjacent to Fanno Creek and is bordered on
the west by homes. The entire site is flat, contains a few trees and has been planted
in grass. The western portion of the park contains 9.02 acres and is bisected by
Springwood Drive. Pedestrian/bicycle pathways run the length of the park over
relatively flat, grassy terrain. The southern part of the area of the park is quite
wooded.
The park can be entered by numerous pathways off of the surrounding streets and
cul-de-sac, along Springwood Drive as it crosses the park, and by the greenway paths
from the south. Besides large open areas for park visitors and families in the
neighborhood to enjoy, play equipment is provided in several areas of the park. Each
area contains a wooden play structure for creative play and adventure, as well as
assorted other more traditional play equipment.
Goals:
o To preserve open space, which will retain and improve livability of the
neighborhood and serve the leisure and aesthetic needs of all residents.
o To serve as the neighborhood center for active and passive recreation.
o To provide safe and convenient access for neighborhood residents and park visitors.
o To preserve, protect and enhance plant, wildlife and fish areas and habitats; water
areas; and wetlands.
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Objectives:
o Acquire land south of the Englewood subdivision to link the east and west portions
of the park. (approximately 6 acres)
o Preserve open spaces and natural areas for passive recreation.
o Construct multi-purpose hard court.
o Provide additional play equipment/structure for neighborhood use.
o Provide picnicking facilities - tables, barbecues, trash receptacles and drinking
fountains.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle paths to connect with existing paths, greenway paths,
on-street bicycle paths, and neighborhood access.
o Restore and maintain existing pedestrian/bicycle paths.
o Provide access into park for the purpose of public safety and/or law enforcement.
o Provide landscaping that will compliment and enhance the surrounding neighborhood,
and serve as a buffer between the park and Scholls Ferry Road.
ENGLEWOOD PARK PROJECT PROPOSALS
PROPOSAL PRIORITY
NO. PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION HIGH MEDIUM LOW
2-1 Acquire 6+ acres for park expansion X
2-2 Develop sport court/s X
2-3 Develop pedestrian/bicycle paths and connections X
2-4 Improve existing pedestrian/bicycle paths X
2-5 Improve existing play equipment/structures X
2-6 Provide picnic facilities X
2-7 Provide additional play equipment/structure X
2-8 Provide benches X
2-9 Provide maintenance X
2-10 Provide landscaping X
2-10a - Provide buffer between park and Scholls Ferry Road X
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FANNO CREEK PARK
Fanno Creek Park is a community park located along Fanno Creek between SW Main Street
and SW Hall Boulevard in the downtown area. The site lies within the 100-year
floodplain and will eventually contain approximately 35 acres. At present, the park
consists of approximately 20 acres of dedicated land located primarily in the eastern
portion of the park.
The park is bordered by commercial and industrial property to the northeast and west.
To the southwest and south are primarily residential areas, both single and multi-family
housing and some vacant land. The Civic Center (City Hall, Police and Library) is
located in the eastern corner of the park along Hall Boulevard with the Senior Center
situated across Fanno Creek. The park also serves as a natural buffer between the two
area. Because of its location, the park offers recreation and open space opportunities
not normally found in a downtown setting and becomes a valuable asset to the
revitalization of the downtown area.
The first parcel of land within the floodplain was dedicated to the City in 1979. With
Fanno Creek running through the site, the area is subject to some flooding every year.
The park is relatively flat and smooth. There are presently small ponds located at each
end of the park. Most of the park remains in its natural state and is covered by Reed
Canary grass with a scattering of brush and trees along Fanno Creek, and around the
Civic Center. The brush consists primarily of Oregon Grape, Witchhazel and blackberry
bushes, with Douglas fir and some cedar, pine and varied deciduous trees.
Access to the site can be made at various points throughout the park. The principle
locations are found at the end of Ash Street, at Hall Boulevard, from the Civic Center
and Senior Center, and from the residential areas south of the park. Pathways and
bridges through the developed area of the park provide safe and convenient access
between the Senior Center, the Civic Center, residents from the Chelsea subdivision, and
other visitors to the park. As more pathways and bridges are completed, neighborhood
residents and park visitors will have better access to the park and the downtown
commercial area. As the greenway pedestrian/bicycle pathways are completed, Fanno Creek
Park will serve as an important connection and provide access to the downtown area for
residents both north and south along Fanno Creek. At present the only other facilities
in the park consist of picnic tables and a covered shelter.
Goals:
o To establish an attractive link between Fanno Creek Park and the downtown area, and
provide a significant feature in the downtown revitalization.
o To preserve open space and recreational land which will retain and improve
livability of the neighborhood, and serve the leisure and aesthetic needs of all
residents.
o To provide safe and convenient access for neighborhood residents and Senior Center
participants to the Civic Center and downtown commercial area.
o To establish an aesthetic transition between Fanno Creek Park and the Civic Center.
o To preserve, protect and enhance plant, wildlife and fish areas and habitats; water
areas; and wetlands.
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Objectives:
o Prepare Master Park Plan, to promote the coordination of development and
improvement projects, and to promote the retention of important natural open spaces
where appropriate.
o Acquire remaining land in the 100-year floodplain for park land.
o Develop a distinctive entrance ("village green") to the park from Main Street.
o Develop a distinctive entrance to the park from Hall Blvd. , of a lesser degree than
the Main Street entrance.
o Provide open space near the downtown area of the park for passive recreation.
o Develop an outdoor theater for community use near the downtown area of the park.
o Provide play equipment/structure for neighborhood and visitor use , near entrance to
park.
o Keep paths open throughout the year between Senior Center and neighborhoods, and
Civic Center.
o Preserve natural area of parks in undeveloped state.
o Construct Ash Street in such a way as to not impede pedestrian movement or visual
continuity of the entire park.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle paths to connect Main Street and existing path,
greenway paths, on-street bicycle paths, and neighborhood access.
o Provide picnicking facilities -- tables, barbecues , trash receptacles, and drinking
fountains.
o Provide landscaping where needed to compliment and enhance park.
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FANNO CREEK PARK PROJECT PROPOSALS
PROPOSAL PRIORITY
NO. PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION HIGH MEDIUM LOW
3-1 Prepare Master Park Plan X
3-2 Acquire remaining acreage within 100-year floodplain for X
park expansion
3-3 Develop pedestrian/bicycle paths and connections X
3-4 Provide additional picnic facilities X
3-5 Provide benches X
3-6 Provide play equipment/structure X
3-7 Provide outdoor theater X
3-8 Construct Ash Street X
3-9 Develop park entrance (Main Street) X
3-10 Develop park entrance (Hall Blvd. ) X
3-11 Provide maintenance X
3-12 Provide landscaping X
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GREENWAY PARK SYSTEM
Goals:
o To preserve the riparian area of the Tualatin River, certain creeks and
natural drainage swales which will retain and improve livability of the
community and serve the leisure and aesthetic needs of City residents.
o To serve as a passive recreations area.
o To provide safe and convenient pedestrian access throughout the community,
connecting parks, schools, neighborhoods, and other public areas.
o To preserve, protect and enhance plant, wildlife and fish areas and
habitats; water areas; and wetlands.
Objectives:
o Acquire remaining land in the greenway system through dedication or
easements.
o Coordinate greenway system with Tigard Area Comprehensive
Pedestrian/Bikeway Pathway Plan, adjacent cities, park departments or
districts, and the Regional Bikeway Master Plan.
o Acquire land when necessary to connect path in areas with physical
limitations for maintenance and/or surveillance.
o Provide benches and trash receptacles.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle paths to connect with existing paths,
on-street bicycle paths, neighborhood access, parks, schools , and other
public areas.
o Construct stream and road crossings where needed.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle bridge connecting Tigard Greenway System with
Tualatin Greenwav System.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle path crossing on Fanno Creek at Scholls Ferry
Road, connecting Tigard Greenway System with Beaverton Greenway System.
o Provide access for the purpose of public safety and/or law enforcement.
o Enhance landscaping where necessary with natural vegetation.
o Assist in the periodic clean-up and planting improvements along the river
and creeks.
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BIKEWAYS
Goals:
o To provide recreational routes within the City's parks and scenic areas,
and also serve the transportation needs in designated parts of the City.
o To serve as a connection between on-street bikeways in the Tigard area and
within adjacent bikeway systems.
o To provide safe and convenient access throughout the community.
Objectives:
o Develop a bikeway system that serves a variety of trip purposes, and
connects with existing bikeways, greenway paths, residential areas, parks,
schools, commercial and industrial areas, and adjacent cities.
o Integrate and coordinate pedestrian/bicycle paths with the City's
transportation plan, and incorporate design standards with this plan.
o Coordinate the planning and construction of bikeways with road, sidewalk,
utility lines and other facility improvements.
o Coordinate development of bicycle routes with the regional bikeway master
plan and state trails system plan.
o Encourage the inclusion of pedestrian/bicycle paths in new residential
projects to connect them with existing future recreational sites and
schools.
TRAILS
Goals:
o To provide recreational routes within specific areas of the City's Park
System, to serve the passive recreational needs of hikers and horsemen.
o To provide safe and convenient access throughout specific areas of the
community.
Ojbectives:
o Develop a trail system for hikers within designated parks for routes
through natural areas.
o Develop a trail system adjacent to independent bikeways in designated
greenways to serve the horse riding public.
o Coordinate trail system with the Oregon Trail System Plan, where
appropriate.
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GREENWAY PARK SYSTEM PROJECT PROPOSALS
PROPOSAL PRIORITY
NO. PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION HIGH MEDIUM LOW
4-1 Acquire additional acreage for park system expansion X
4-2 Develop pedestrian/bicycle paths and connections X
4-3 Develop trails adjacent to pedestrian/bicycle paths X
4-4 Construct stream crossings for paths X
4-5 Construct road crossings for paths X
4-6 Construct bridge for path over Tualatin River X
4-7 Construct Scholls Ferry Road crossing at Fanno Creek X
4-8 Provide benches X
4-9 Provide trash receptacles X
4-10 Provide maintenance X
4-11 Provide landscaping X
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JACK PARK
Jack Park is a 5.62 acre neighborhood park located in the Bellwood and Brookway
subdivisions on Walnut Street at 128th Avenue. The site was dedicated to the City in
1970 during the construction of the Bellwood subdivision.
Until 1973 the park consisted mostly of grass areas with a grove of fir trees along the
creek. By 1976 construction was completed which added trails, fences, an irrigation
system, a restroom facility, play equipment , landscaping, a drinking fountain, and
picnic tables. Park lighting was provided in 1977. The park became a definite asset to
the neighborhood. In 1981 additional picnic tables , barbecues, and trash receptacles
were provided. But by 1984 these additional facilities were removed due to vandalism,
theft or lack of use. The restroom facility received extensive vandalism and all
structures within the building were removed. In the last few years, a volunteer citizen
group attemnted to organize the neighborhood to be responsible for upkeep of the park,
etc.
The park for the most part slopes to the east towards the creek which meanders through
the park along the eastern boundaries of the site. The eastern and western sides of the
nark are bordered by homes, the northern edge by condominiums, and the southern end by
the creek and an open field. Three paved pathways allow access to the park from the
neighborhoods, and wander through the park. Lighting is provided along the pathways
throughout the site. Other recreational facilities presently in the park include
swings, a full sport court and poles for volleyball.
Goals:
o To preserve open space which will retain and improve liveability of the
neighborhood and serve the leisure and aesthetic needs of all residents.
o To serve as the neighborhood center for active and passive recreation.
o To restore park to acceptable standards of physical condition.
o To provide safe and convenient access for neighborhood residents and park visitors.
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Objectives:
o Provide additional play equipment/structure for neighborhood use.
o Construct multi-purpose sport court.
o Eliminate present restroom facility.
o Develop covered shelter on present concrete slab.
o Provide picnicking facilities -- tables, barbecues, trash receptacles, drinking
fountains.
o Further construction of pedestrian/bicycle paths to connect with greenway paths,
on-street bicycle paths and neighborhood access.
o Preserve existing spaces and natural areas for passive recreation.
o Acquire land south of park (approximately 3.4 acres).
o Provide access into park from Walnut Street for the purpose of public safety and/or
law enforcement.
o Restore irrigation system to working condition.
o Provide landscaping that will compliment and enhance the surrounding neighborhood.
JACK PARK PROJECT PROPOSALS
PROPOSAL PRIORITY
NO. PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION HIGH MEDIUM LOW
5-1 Acquire 3+ acres for park expansion X
5-2 Provide covered shelter X
5-3 Develop pedestrian/bicycle path connections X
5-4 Provide additional play equipment/structure X
5-5 Provide picnic facilities X
5-6 Provide benches X
5-7 Eliminate restroom facility X
5-8 Restore irrigation system X
5-9 Construct road X
5-10 Construct off-street parking and/or turn-around X
5-11 Provide maintenance X
5-12 Provide landscaping X
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LIBERTY PARK AND MAIN PARK
Liberty Park is a .54 acre mini-park located at the intersection of Pacific Highway and
Main Street in downtown Tigard. The park was created by the realignment of Main Street
to accommodate a 90° alignment to Pacific Highway at Greenburg Road. The site serves as
an attractive entrance into the downtown area and enhances the revitalization of this
area. The park is essentially a landscaped area with a walkway through the center of
the site with benches.
Construction of the park began in 1976 with donations from area citizens and businesses,
and development grants. Landscaping and the addition of benches and paths were
completed soon thereafter. During 1986, landscaping services and maintenance of the
park were donated by a local grounds maintenance service on a year-long basis. This
service has proved to be an asset to the park's upkeep and appearance, and a viable
means of community involvement.
Main Park is another mini-park located at the south end of Main street at the
intersection of Pacific Highway in the downtown area. This site was also created by the
realignment of Main Street to Pacific Highway at Johnson Street. At present, the area
on the south side of the intersection provides a pathway running the length of the
park. The site is flat and has been planted in grass, but at present does not contain
any landscaping, signs or distinctive objects. The northern portion of the park is
semi-landscaped. This park also serves as an entrance into the downtown area and will
be developed to reflect that.
Goals:
o To establish a link between both parks and the downtown area, and provide a
sense of community identity.
o To serve as aesthetic areas for scenic enjoyment, and attractive entrances into
the downtown area.
o To serve as passive recreational areas for visitors to the downtown area.
Objectives:
o Provide landscaping that will compliment and enhance the surrounding
neighborhood and downtown area.
o Provide passive recreation areas with benches, trash receptacles, and paths.
o Provide lighting.
o Develop distinctive entrances to the downtown area; i.e. , signs, landscaping,
artwork, etc.
o Coordinate parks with City Center Plan.
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LIBERTY PARK PROJECT PROPOSALS
PROPOSAL PRIORITY
NO. PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION HIGH MEDIUM LOW
6-1 Provide sign - City of Tigard/Downtown X
6-2 Provide lighting X
6-3 Provide trash receptacles X
6-4 Provide maintenance X
MAIN PARK PROJECT PROPOSALS
PROPOSAL PRIORITY
NO. PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION HIGH MEDIUM LOW
6-5 Provide sign - City of Tigard/Downtown X
6-6 Provide lighting X
6-7 Provide benches X
6-8 Provide trash receptacles X
6-9 Provide landscaping X
6-10 Provide maintenance X
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SUMMER LAKE PARK
Summer Lake Park is a community park located south of SW Scholls Ferry Road, at SW 130th
Avenue, and south of Summer Lake subdivision. The park presently consists of 18.81
acres, a portion of which includes a large lake for storm drainage retention and flood
control. Approximately 15 acres were dedicated to the City of Tigard in 1978 by the Art
Lutz Development Company as a condition of development of the Summer Lake subdivision.
In 1986, 3.06 additional acres in the southwest area of the park were dedicated to the
City with the Ari Green subdivision. Acquisition of the remaining acreage in the
proposed boundaries and the possible addition of acreage to the south of the park would
bring the total park acreage to 30+ acres.
By 1980, work on the preparation of the lake had been achieved by the developer, which
included dredging, grading and reshaping the lake and building a dam at the east end.
The City then took responsibility for the building of the bridge connecting the north
and south banks of the lake. In 1986, major improvements were completed with the
addition of picnic tables, barbecues, trash receptacles, a children's play structure,
and the installation of the irrigation/sprinkler system. Many additional recreational
facilities are planned for the park.
The park has been designed with the community in mind, utilizing the natural amenities
and existing lake as the focal point for the narks setting. The site is characterized
by open, gently rolling land , sloping south from the Summer Lake subdivision and sloping
north into the lake from the southern boundary line. Approximately 75% of the shoreline
has been planted in grass. The southwest edge of the lake remains in its natural state,
and includes a grove of Douglas fir and deciduous trees opening into a relatively flat ,
cleared area to the west of the forested area.
The lake, surrounding shortline and drainageways are excellent habitats for various
forms of wildlife, and are especially attractive to waterfoul that can be seen at all
times of the year. Beavers reside at the Spring Creek inlet to the lake at the west
end , causing problems in water level control. This specific area has been suggested by
specialists for preservation because of its unique vegetation and wildlife values.
Goals:
o To preserve open space and passive recreational land which will retain and improve
liveability of the surrounding neighborhood and serve the leisure and aesthetic
needs of community residents.
o To provide safe and convenient access for neighborhood residents and park visitors.
o To create a leisurely environment and active recreational spaces to serve the
surrounding community and provide facilities which generally cannot be provided at
the neighborhood level.
o To preserve, protect and enhance plant, wildlife and fish areas and habitats; water
areas; and wetlands.
o To protect the surrounding neighborhoods from potential negative impacts due to
increase in pedestrian and vehicular traffic generated by the park.
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Objectives:
o acquire land to the west and south of park. (approximately 9 acres)
o Preserve open spaces and natural areas for passive recreation.
o Provide picnicking facilities--tables, cooking facilities, trash receptacles and
drinking fountains.
o Provide play equipment/structure for community use.
o Provide general lighting throughout park.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle paths between park and Mary Woodward school.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle paths to connect with existing paths, greenway paths ,
on-street bicycle paths and neighborhood access.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle bridge over dam, sturdy enough to accommodate service
vehicles.
o Construct 130th Street for direct access to park from major transportation
thoroughfare.
o Construct direct access to park from areas south of park.
o Develop multi-purpose hallfield (softball and soccer) primarily for use other than
tournament play.
o Construct tennis courts with possible addition of lighting and cover.
o Construct multi-purpose hard courts with possible addition of lighting and cover.
o Construct volleyball facility.
o Develop and maintain present houses as multi-purpose community center and in
conjunction with future recreation program, with areas for:
Restrooms
Multi-purpose rooms for classes, public meetings, or drop-in activities.
Social gathering areas for small groups.
Kitchen area for classes and group gatherings.
Maintenance equipment storage.
OR
o Construct restroom facility.
o Construct picnic shelter.
o Provide maintenance to prevent erosion and enhance the quality of the lake water.
o Provide landscaping that will compliment and enhance the surrounding neighborhoods.
o Develop islands in such a way as to preserve and protect plant and wildlife
habitats; enhance attractiveness; and restrict human access.
o Provide off-street parking.
o Prepare Master Park Plan, to promote the coordination of development and
improvement projects, and to promote the retention of important natural open spaces
where appropriate.
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SUMMER LAKE PARK PROPOSALS
PROPOSAL PRIORITY
NO. PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION HIGH MEDIUM LOF'
7-1 Prepare Master Park Plan X
7-2 Acquire 9+ acres for nark expansion X
7-3 Develop hal tfi_eld X
7-4 Develop tennis courts X
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7-7 Provide additional picnic facilities X
7-8 Provide additional play equipment/structure X
7-9 Develop pedestrian/hicvcle oaths and connections X
7-10 Develop pedestrian/bicycle bridge X
7-11 Develop wading pool
7-12 Develop access to park X
7-12a - Construct 130th Avenue X
7-12h - Construct road south of park X
7-13 Develop off-street parking A
7-14 Provide nark lighting X
7-15 Develop present house as community center
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7-17 Construct covered picnic shetter/s
7-1R Provide maintenance X
7-19 Provide 1andseani_ng X
7-20 Provide benches X
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WINDMILL PARK
The Ye Old Windmill Park serves more as a community landmark than a functional park
facility. The .15 acre site is located on the southwest corner of SW 121st Avenue and
SW Katherine Street.
The windmill vas built in approximately 1900 to supply well water for two residents on
the Wood-Christensen farm. Today the windmill is all that remains of the once active
farm complex. All of the original one hundred and sixty acres have been sub-divided for
residential homes. The property was bought by Century 21 Realty in 1978 from a
grand-daughter-in-law, with the stipulation that the windmill was to be donated to the
City of Tigar; for a historical park. Attempts were made to restore the structure at
this time bit were not done correctly. Together with storm damage to the roof and
nesting owls, the windmill was in desperate need of repair.
By 1983 neighbors and concerned citizens, lead by Mary Payne, joined together and formed
the "Friends of the Windmill" committee to restore the windmill. Support from citizen
particination and fund raising through several barbecues by Howard Williams' store
brought about the needed repairs. The windmill now stands, in good condition, on its
original site as a visible testimonial to the land's original use, and to the families
who lived anf farmed here.
Goals:
o To preserve as a local historical site for enjoyment and education of present and
future p:nerations.
o To serve as a mini-park and provide an area in which residents can socialize and
recreate informally.
Objectives:
o Provide aassive recreation area with benches, trash receptacles and drink fountain.
o Provide landscaping that will enhance the park as a special landmark.
o Construct irrigation system.
o Provide information/interpretative signs, and/or plaque to relate the historical
significance of the park.
o Improve the park design to minimize maintenance.
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WINDMILL PARK PROJECT PROPOSALS
PROPOSAL PRIORITY
NO, PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION HIGH MEDIUM LOW
8-1 Provide interpretative/information signs and/or plaque X
8-2 Provide benches X
8-3 Provide trash receptacles X
8-4 Provide drinking fountain X
8-5 Improve park design to minimize maintenance X
8-6 Construct irrigation system X
8-7 Provide landscaping X
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WOODARD PARK
Woodard Park is a neighborhood park located on Fanno Creek in the Brookside subdivision,
near the intersection of SW Johnson Street and SW Brookside Avenue. The 3.26 acre site
was purchased by the City from James Willock on April 4, 1967, and plans began
immediately for development. Initially, plans to channelize and straighten Fanno Creek,
eliminating the curve in the creek, then filling in the old channel for a parking lot,
were explored. The idea was rejected for financial, legal, and engineering reasons.
The park is bordered on the south side by Fanno Creek which gives that portion of the
park a horseshoe shape and provides a natural physical boundary between the residential
area and the park. The site is relatively flat, with the northern area being slightly
higher than the southern. Because the park is in the floodplain, it is subject to
flooding during the rainy season. The entire site is heavily wooded with deciduous
trees but cleared of underbrush and has been planted in grass.
The park can be entered from the north by a path off of SW Karol Court and from
SW Johnson Street on the south. A bridge over Fanno Creek provides entry into the park
from the south and along paved pathways running throughout the park. Lighting along the
paths provide for a pleasant evening atmosphere and helps reduce the incidence of
vandalism. At present the only facilities in the park consist of playground
equipment -- a slide and some animal swings.
Goals:
o To preserve open space which will retain and improve livability of the neighborhood
and serve the leisure and aesthetic needs of all residents.
o To serve as the neighborhood center for active and passive recreation.
o To provide safe and convenient access for neighborhood residents and park visitors.
o To preserve, protect and enhance plant, wildlife and fish areas and habitats; water
areas; and wetlands.
Objectives:
o Provide additional play equipment/structure for neighborhood use.
o Reduce visual impact of man-holes.
o Consider multi-purpose sport court.
o Provide picnicking facilities -- tables, barbecues , trash receptacles, drinking
fountains.
o Preserve existing spaces and natural areas for passive recreation.
o Provide landscaping that will compliment and enhance the surrounding neighborhood.
o Construct pedestrian/bicycle paths to connect with existing paths, greenway paths,
on-street bicycle paths and neighborhood access.
o Maintain bridge.
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WOODARD PARK PROJECT PROPOSALS
PROPOSAL PRIORITY
NO. PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION HIGH MEDIUM LOW
9-1 Develop sport court X
9-2 Provide picnic facilities X
9-3 Restore play equipment to safety standards X
9-4 Provide additional play equipment/structure X
9-5 Provide benches X
9-6 Develop pedestrian/bicycle paths and connections X
9-7 Reduce visual impact of man-holes X
9-8 Provide maintenance X
9-9 Provide landscaping X
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TIGARD PARK STANDARDS
MINI-PARKS
Purpose
o To supply a minimum of park land to serve as a "Back Yard" for isolated
areas or where density, lot size, and/or income conditions deny
availability of such facilities; or where access to neighborhood parks is
restricted; or to provide landscaped sitting areas in the commercial core
of the City.
o To provide areas in which residents can socialize and amuse themselves
informally.
Locational Criteria
o Within the sub-neighborhood* area to be served. Located as central to the
area as possible and requiring no crossing of unsignalized arterial
streets.
o Neighborhoods where the absence of vacant land, land costs or other
factors preclude acquisition of larger parcels of land.
o Neighborhoods where development densities severely limit private
recreational space.
o Within small cultural or natural areas with recreational potential.
o Adjacent to schools when possible.
o Within downtown area.
Size
o 2500 square feet to 2 acres
Service Area and Population
o Sub-neighborhood area*.
o 1/8-1/4 mile radius (two to four city blocks).
o
.5 acres per 1000 people.
o "Neighborhood or "sub-neighborhood" refers to an informally defined
residential area made up of residents who share common social
characteristics and recreational needs.
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Facilities and Features
o Play areas for young children (e.g. , tot lots, playgrounds. )
o Picnic seating and gathering facilities for small groups or individuals.
Small shelters or covered areas for a portion of this space are preferred.
o Hard surface, multi-purpose playing courts for half-court basketball or
tennis practice (preferably covered).
o Open lawn area for lounging and informal play.
o Pathways, lighting and landscaping for public safety and buffering of
neighboring properties.
o Benches , tables, and trash receptacles.
Representative Sites
o Main (.15 acres, Downtown Tigard)
o Liberty (.54 acres , Downtown Tigard)
o Ye Old Windmill (.15 acres, Northwest Tigard)
o Scheckla (1.4 acres , South Tigard)
Comments
The high maintenance cost/square foot and the limited recreation potentials of
these sites requires that they be provided where other park types are not
feasible.
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NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
PURPOSE
o To provide a focus for neighborhood social, recreational and fitness
activities.
o To provide areas for informal and organized recreational activities.
Locational Criteria
o Centrally located within the neighborhood area to be served. And away
from major thoroughfares.
o Proximity to residential areas, easy visibility, and within easy and safe
access to neighborhoods.
o Adjacent to an elementary school or natural feature.
Size
o 2 to 15 acres
o The configuration of the smaller sites must allow them to provide a wide
range of recreational opportunities for a neighborhood.
o The upper limit is flexible, but indicates the approximate size at which a
neighborhood might lose its identity with the park.
Service Area and Population
o Neighborhood areas as delineated by naturalor cultural boundaries.
o 1/4 to 1/2 mile radius (four to seven city blocks) .
o 2 acres per 1000 people.
Facilities and Features
o Playgrounds
o Sports fields (without lighting) - the smallest of these sites may not be
adequate for such features and lawn areas may provide the potential for
informal sports play. the larger sites may allow for full size fields
with spectator areas.
o Restrooms and storage areas - Larger sites.
o Wading pool.
o Hard surface court areas - in small site multi-purpose courts should he
used. The larger sites afford opportunities for more specific facilities
to he developed.
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o Open lawn areas for informal play and lounging.
o Picnic, seating, gathering areas and covered shelter for use by
neighborhood groups and individuals.
o Lighting, landscaping, water features (e.g. , ponds or natural streams) ,
and walkways for public safety, site enhancement and buffering of
neighboring properties.
o Fencing, irrigation, and ease of maintenance.
o Natural areas.
o Parking areas - this would be limited to the larger sites and provided
only when on-street parking is too limited.
Representative Sites
o Englewood (15.08 acres, North Tigard)
o Jack (5.62 acres, Northwest Tigard)
o Woodard (3.26 acres , North Tigard)
Comments
Site selection should emphasize safe and convenient access for neighborhood
residents. The major methods of travel to these sites will be by pedestrians
and bicyclists.
Site location will generally be in the interior of residential areas. The
specific location, site boundaries, types of facilities and program offered at
such sites should minimize conflicts with surrounding residents.
A community or park with safe and convenient access from residential areas may
provide an adequate substitute for a neighborhood park.
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COMMUNITY PARKS
Purpose
o To serve as a focus for the community's recreational and social needs and
activities.
o To provide a large area for facilities and activities that require lots of
land, attract a high number of participants and need extensive buffering.
Locational Criteria
o Central to the neighborhoods being served.
o Safe pedestrian access without crossing major arterial streets or other
barriers, but with direct access to major transportation thoroughfares and
bike paths.
o Inclusion of natural features within the larger sites (ponds, woodland
areas) to provide a unique character to the site.
o Near or adjacent to junior/high school is preferred. However, the
community park facilities should have a separate identity from the
school's and have a full range of recreational facilities.
Size
o 20 to 100 acres
o The smaller size (20-30 acres) will not allow for the provision of a
complete range of community park facilities or a community center.
Smaller size may also preclude the development of a lighted sports field
area due to insufficient space for buffering.
Service Area and Population
o A community area as delineated by natural or cultural boundaries.
o One half to two mile radius. Radius may be extended to three miles if
safe and convenient bicycle access is provided, auto access is convenient
and/or bus service is convenient.
o 2.5 acres per 1000 people.
o A population of 25,000 persons and up generally justifies the development
of a community park with the full range of facilities and features. It
should be recognized that activities and programs offered in these parks
often draw people throughout the metropolitan areas.
Facilities and Features
o Sports fields - (e.g. softball, baseball , soccer and rugby) with lighting,
spectator areas, off-street parking and other support facilities.
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o Community centers with areas for:
o Swimming Pool.
- Gymnasium (full size or double with spectator space).
- Fitness , dance class and practice areas.
- Arts classrooms and support facilities.
- Multi-purpose rooms for classes, public meetings or drop-in activities.
- Social gathering areas for large or small groups.
- Lending library and information area (these areas are often suitable for
after-class gatherings.)
- Kitchen area for classes and group gatherings.
- Child care area for parents using the facilities.
- Outdoor class, gathering area and sports area.
- Parking.
- Administration and support facilities (e.g. , offices, storage rooms and
restrooms) .
o Hard surface courts for basketball (50 percent covered).
o Tennis complex (50 percent covered).
o Playground areas - traditional and adventure playground facilities.
o Picnic areas and group picnic facilities - covered shelter with cooking
facilities.
o Summer day camp area - associated with community center programs.
o Jogging trails, bicycle paths and pedestrian walkways.
o Landscaping and lighting of intensively used areas.
o Neighborhood senior centers - these centers should be located apart from
the community center complex.
o Restrooms and storage.
o Off-street parking.
o Internal road system to allow for police surveillance.
Representative Sites
o Summer Lake (18.81 acres , Northwest Tigard)
o Fanno Creek (20.0 acres approximately, Downtown Tigard)
Comments
Site selection and siting of the more intensively used facilities, such as the
community center and pool complex, should stress visibility and ease of access.
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METROPOLITAN PARKS
Purpose
o To provide features and facilities which attract the entire city's
population.
o To preserve unique cultural or natural open space areas for the
recreational and educational enjoyment of the general public.
o To provide a variety of recreational opportunities in a unique location.
Locational Criteria
o Proximity to a unique cultural or natural feature.
o Safe and convenient access available for cars , buses, bicycles, and
pedestrians.
o Adequate distance from residential areas to minimize impacts of park use.
Size
o Variable - the size of the park would depend on the features in the park.
Parking should be available. Off-street parking should have a minimum
size of 3 to 5 acres.
Service Area and Population
o Variable - this would depend upon the park features provided. Potential
service population would include the entire city.
Facilities and Features
o Botanic and display gardens and arboretums.
o Natural features - hills, woodland areas, waterways.
o Hiking trails.
o Activity nodes - to include open lawn areas, sports fields, group picnic
areas and playground.
o Parking area.
o Restrooms.
o Bike paths and pedestrian walkways.
o Lighting in intensively used areas.
o Specialized recreational features (e.g. , ice rinks, bowling greens, model
airplane fields, stables, etc. ) .
o Information, display and educational areas.
o Museum and performing arts facilities.
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LARGE URBAN PARKS
Purpose
o To provide the residents of a greater community with an opportunity to get
away from the noise and congestion of the city without traveling a great
distance.
o To provide large areas for diverse activities encompassing passive and
intensive uses.
o To serve as a focus for the city's recreational and social needs and
activities.
Locational Criteria
o Easily accessible from major transportations thoroughfares for auto or
transit.
o Safe pedestrian/bicycle access
o Inclusion of natural features to provide a unique character to the site.
o Ideally located with access for water activities.
Size
o 50 to 150 acres.
o The larger size (100-150 acres) would allow for the provision of an
extensive trail system through natural areas.
Service Area and Population
o A large urban area as delineated by natural or cultural boundaries.
o Five mile radius.
o 5 acres per 1000 people.
Facilities and Features
o Sports fields - (e.g. softball, baseball, soccer, football, and rugby)
with lighting, spectator areas, off-street parking and other support
facilities.
o Swimming pool and wading pool.
o Hard surface courts for basketball with lighting and covered (50 percent).
o Tennis complex with lighting and covered (50 percent).
o Recreation facilities - horseshoe pits, volleyball courts, archery range,
etc.
o Playground areas - traditional and adventure playground facilities.
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o Picnic areas and group picnic facilities-covered shelter with cooking
facilities.
o Large multi-use open areas.
o Jogging/nature trails, bicycle paths and pedestrian walkways.
o Landscaping and lighting of intensively used areas.
o Large natural areas.
o Water front facilities (where applicable) with parking, access and other
support facilities.
o Restrooms and storage.
o Off-street parking.
o Internal road system.
Representative Sites
o Cook (51.06 acres, South Tigard).
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REGIONAL PARKS
Purpose
o To provide a large natural area.
o To provide urban residents with an opportunity to get away from the noise
and congestion of the city without having to travel great distances.
Locational Criteria
o Dependent on available resources.
o Ideally adjacent to a lake or river.
Size
o 500 to several thousand acres.
Service Area and Population
o A regional area as delineated by natural or cultural boundaries.
o An area which may cross county boundaries.
o 15 acres per 1000 minimum people.
Facilities and Features
o Picnic and day use facilities.
o Campgrounds.
o Restrooms and storage.
o Trail system.
o Water-oriented activities and facilities (where applicable).
o Sports complex or coliseum.
o Parking.
o Internal road system.
o Park caretaker and facility.
Representative Sites
o Hagg Lake (West Washington County) .
o Forest Park (4700 acres, Multnomah County, City of Portland)
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GENERAL OPEN SPACE
(Preservation Oriented - Subcategories may be combined)
Purpose
o To encourage access and use of areas of natural and scenic beauty at a
level that afford protection of the various amenities of the area and
provides a base for community identity.
Size
o Community-wide overall; individual components variable as appropriate.
Population
o Variable, generally intended to benefit the entire community.
A. SCENIC PATHWAY
Purpose
o To provide linear areas of natural and man-made beauty which will
interconnect other elements of the park system, schools, and other public
places.
o To provide for conservation of scenic and natural areas, especially water
courses and areas subject to flooding, and retain primarily in its natural
condition.
o To provide buffer areas along thoroughfares or between conflicting land
uses.
o To give a feeling of general openness to the community.
Locational Criteria
o Bordering waterways and areas subject to flooding, along transportation
and utility corridors.
Facilities and Features
o Pathways and Trails
o Benches and trash receptacles
o Landscaping and design controls where development has occurred.
B. LANDSCAPED AREAS
Purpose
o To beautify areas not serving an actual park function but that would add
to an atmosphere of open space.
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Locational Criteria
o Along major transportation corridors and interchanges, commercial
frontages, plazas, malls, and parking lots.
Facilities and Features
o Walkways
o Sitting areas and trash receptacles
C. NATURAL PRESERVES
Purpose
o To preserve unique resources and to make natural values available for
public education and enjoyment through visual contact or an on-site
experience.
Locational Criteria
o Dependent on available resources.
Facilities and Features
o Protective fencing or guardrails.
o Elevated walkways, trash receptacles, and landscaping. - enhancement.
o Compatible activities - walking, viewing, and nature study.
Represenative Sites
o Greenways (Tigard)
o Durham Road Corridor (South Tigard)
o Fanno Creek Park (Downtown Tigard)
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WATER-ORIENTED SITES
Purpose
o To encourage access to and use of waterways. Sites may exist as
individuals or as part of a multi-use park.
Locational Criteria
o Dependent on available resources.
Facilities and Features
o Docks and boat ramps
o Parking
o Trails and trash receptacles
o Compatible activities - swimming, boating, and fishing.
Representative Sites
o Cook Park Waterfront Facilities (South Tigard)
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SPECIAL USE AREAS
Purpose
o To provide areas and facilities for activities usually requiring special
facilities (e.g. courts and playfields). These special facilities
generally restrict other uses on the same site. They can be supplied
individually or in complexes incorporating two or more of the uses in this
category and should be constructed at a park site.
Size
o Depends on facility being provided and whether it is complex or single
facility. Courts and fields shall be regulation size for intended use.
Service Area
o Depends on activity, type of facility, and type of park it is located in.
Facilities and Features
o Play and ball fields
o Courts (tennis, basketball)
o Ranges (rifle, bow and arrow)
o Swimming pools
o Trails
o Sports Complex (two or more of the above)
o Golf courses
o Irrigation and maintenance
o Parking
o Restrooms and storage, trash receptacles
o Bleachers and lighting, where appropriate
Representative Sites
o Cook Park Sport Fields and Court (South Tigard)
o Tigard Swim Center (South Tigard)
o Summerfield Golf Course (South Tigard)
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HISTORIC SITES
(See page 7 for further information)
Purpose
o To identify and preserve local publicly-owned historic sites and
structures for enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Location
o Dependent on available resources
Facilities and Features
o Interpretative signs
o Parking
o Trails
o Picnic facilities, and trash receptacles
o Protective fencing
o Developed or incorporated in a development in a way that preserves the
integrity of the site or structure.
Representative Sites
o Christensen - Wood Water Tower/Windmill (Public) (Northwest Tigard)
o Durham School (Public) (South Tigard)
o John F. Tigard House (Private) (South Tigard)
o Joy Theater (Private) (Downtown Tigard)
o Seven Gables-Upshaw House (Private) (South Tigard)
o Tigard Feed and Seed (Private) (Downtown Tigard)
o Tigard Grange (Private) (Central Tigard)
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CULTURAL FACILITIES
Purpose
o To provide a place in the community for formal or informal public
gathering that will allow for increased cultural enrichment.
Locational Criteria
o Depends on facility being provided
o Should serve the entire community
o Malls and plazas should be placed in the commercial core or well developed
areas. Larger facilities should be located away from congestion. A plaza
can be incorporated into a larger facility or complex.
Facilities and Features
o Plazas and malls
o Small parks
o Fountains
o Outdoor/indoor theaters
o Library and meeting hall complex
o Benches and trash receptacles
o Irrigation - landscaped areas
o Off-street parking - larger facilities
Representative Sites
o Civic Center - Library, Town Hall (Downtown Tigard)
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ACTIVITY CENTERS
Purpose
o To provide indoor areas for gatherings of local residents or special age
groups of the City's population.
Locational Criteria
o Easily accessible to all groups intended to be served by the facility.
o Direct access to auto, transit or bikeway.
Facilities and Features
o For the entire community or specific age group (e.g. senior citizens or
youths)
o Could he supplied in conjunction with a cultural center.
o Community Center with areas for:
- Gymnasium (full size or double with spectator space).
- Fitness, dance class and practice areas.
- Arts classrooms and support facilities.
- Multi-purpose rooms for classes, public meetings or drop-in activities.
- Social gathering areas for large or small groups.
- Lending library and information area (these areas are often suitable for
after-class gatherings.)
- Kitchen area for classes and group gatherings.
- Child care area for parents using the facilities.
- Outdoor class, gathering area and sports area.
- Parking.
- Administration and support facilities (e. g. , offices, storage rooms and
restrooms).
Representative Sites
o Tigard Senior Center (Downtown Tigard)
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NRPA STANDARDS
A. STANDARDS FOR RECREATION AREAS
Acres Per 1,000 Population Size of Site
Minimum Average Optimum Minimum Average Optimum
Play lot .2 .25 .5 .3( .06) Acres .5 Acres .8 Acre.
Playgrounds 1.2 1 .5 2.0 2 4 6
Neighborhood Parks 1 .5 2.0 2.5 5 10 15 (20)
Playfields 1.3 1 .5 1 .8 10 15 20
Community Parks 2.0 2.5 3 .0 (2.5) 40 (20) 100 150 (100)
Metropolitan Parks
(a) developed 2.0 2.5 3 .0 (5.0) 100 200 250
(b) undeveloped 12.0 2.5 3 .0 (5.0) Varies 300 500+
Regional Park 12.0 15.0 18.0 (20.0) Varies (250)+ 500-1,000 1,000+
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The National Recreation and Park Association recommends that a minimum of 25% of new towns, planned unit
1 developments, and large subdivisions be devoted to parks and recreation lands and open space.
B. STANDARDS FOR RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Ideal Size of Recreational Area
Space required Wherein Activity
Type of Recreational Activity Minimum Average Optimum for Activity May be Located
Active Recreation
1 . Children' s play area .35 acre/ 0.5 acre/ 0.75 acre/ 1 acre Playgrounds-
(with equipment) 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. Neighborhood Parks,
Community Parks,
School Playgrounds
2. Field Play area for 1.0 acre/ 1 .5 acres/ 2.0 acres/ 3 acres Playgrounds-
young children 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. Neighborhood Parks
Community Parks.
3 . Older Children-adult 1.0 acre/ 1 .5 acres/ 2.0 acre/ 15 acres Playfield--Community
field sports activities 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. Park, Metropolitan
Park.
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Ideal Size of Recreational Area
Space required Wherein Activity
Type of Recreational Activity Minimum Average Optimum for Activity ny_ be Located
4. Tennis—Outdoor 1 .0 acre/ .35 acres/ 1 .5 acres/ 2 acres Playfield----Community
Basketball, 1,000 pop. 5,000 pop. 5,000 pop. Park
Other court sports
5. Swimming 1 outdoor 1 outdoor 1 outdoor Competition Playfield---Community
poo1/35,000 pool/25,000 pool/20,000 size plus Park
pop. 1 indoor pop. 1 indoor pop. 1 indoor wading pool
pool/ pool/ pool/ 2 acres
60,000 pop. 50,000 pop. 40,000 pop.
6. Major boating 85 acres/ 100 acres/ 120 acres/ 140 acres Metropolitan Park---
activities 50,000 pop. 50,000 pop. 50,000 pop. and over Regional Park or
Reservation
di 7. Hiking —Camping,...- 8 acres/ 10 acres/ 12 acres/ 500-1,000 Large Metropolitan
o horseback riding -- 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. acres Park, Regional Park
i nature study
8 . Golfing 1-18 hole 1--18--hole 1-18 hole 160 acres Community Park
course/ course/ course/ Metropolitan Park
60,000 pop. 50,000 pop. 40,000 pop.
Passive Recreation
1 . Picnicing 3 .5 acres/ 4 acres/ 4.5 acres/ Varies All. Parks
1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop.
2. Passive Water Sport 15 acre lake/ 20 acre lake/ 25 acre lake/ 25 acre Community Park
fishing -.-- rowing ---- 25,000 pop. 2.5,000 :pop. 25.,000 pop. water area Special Regional
canoeing
-- Continued --
Ideal Size of Recreational Area
Space required Wherein Activity
Type of Recreational Activity Minimum Average Optimum for Activity May be Located
3 . Zoos, arboretums, . 8 acre/ 1 acre/ 1 .5 acre/ Varies Reservations, Large
botanical gardens 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. Metropolitan Park or
Special Facility
Other
1 . Parking at .8 acres/ 1 acre/ 1 .3 acre/ Varies Playfields,Community
recreational acres 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. 1,000 pop. Metropolitan and
Regional Parks
2. Indoor recreation .8 acre/ 1 acre/ 1 .2 acre/ 1-2 acres Community Parks
centers 10,000 pop. 10,000 pop. 10,000 pop.
3 . Outdoor theaters, .8 acres/ 1 acre/ 1 .2 acres/ 5 acres Metroplitan Parks
1 band shells 25,000 pop. 2.5,000 pop. 10,000 pop.
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Source of Standards: "Parks and Recreation Standards for the Metroplitan Area of Pulaski County," Metroplan, 1959.
"Parks and Recreation Standards", Metroplan, 1956.
National Recreation Association Publications .
National Park Recreation and Open Space Standards, 1971 .
MINIMUM PARK AND RECREATION STANDARDS
1986 1993 2000
Type of (Actual Populatinn-20,000) (Estimated Population—]0'000) (Estimated Population-40'000)
Facility GuidelinesNeeded
Softball 1 diamond 7 2 10 8 13 11
per 3000
Baseball 1 diamond 3-4 0 S 5 6-7 6-7
per 6000
Community 1 center 0-1 0 1 1 1-2 1-2
Center per 25'000
Swimming 1 pool per 2 1 0-1 0-1 2 1
Pool (Indoor) 20'800
Swimming 1 pool per 0 0 0 0 1 1
Pool(Outdoor) 40'000
Tennis Court 1 court per 10 0 15 15 20 20
2'000
Basketball 1 court per 4 2 6 4 8 6
(outdoor) 5,000
Public Golf 1 course per O O 0 0 0-1 0-1
Course (18 50'000
hole)
Outdoor 1 facility 1 0 1-2 1-2 2 2
Theater per 20,000
Volleyball 1 court per 4 1 6 5 8 7
5,000
Soccer 1 field per 2 2 3 1 4 2
10,000
Football 1 field per 1 0 1-2 1-2 2 2
20,000
Source : National Recreation and Park Association Standards
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CHURCHES
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do Gaarde Christian School • • 2
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Progress Bible Church •
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Church
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HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT YOUR PARKS?
There has been a lot of discussion concerning Tigard Parks and what we can
expect . in the future. Are the parks meeting the needs and desires of the
people in our community? Should more facilities be built? Should our park
system be expanded? We are conducting this study so that people in this-
community can a ^ess their views.
For this study to be truly respresentative of our community, it would be
very helpful and appreciated if you would take the time to complete and return
this questionnaire.
All responses will be kept confidential. Your address is requested only
to place the responses in a specific area in reference to the parks. In
giving us your age it will enable us to know your neighborhood better, and
what facilities and activities are appropriate to your area.
The results of this study will be presented to the Park Board and will
help tremendously in planning the future of your parks. Thank you for your
help!
1. Do you use the City parks? YES NO
IF NOT, WHY?
2. What Park do you use most often?
3. How often do you use this park?
4. What other park/s do you use occasionally? •
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5. Of the park you use most often:
a: What do you use the park for?
b. What else would you like to see in your park?
c. What don't you like about your park?
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6. Of the other park/s you use occasionally:
a. Why do you go -there? (Please write the name of the park and what .
activities you and/or your family participate in there.)
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b. What don't you like about these parks? (Please write the name of the
park and explain.)
If you would like to share ideas or suggestions with a Park Board Member
concerning your park, please call Tigard City Hall (639-4171) and leave your
name, phone number, time you can be reached and the park you are concerned
about. The Park Board Member assigned to that park will call you.
DON'T WAIT, MAIL THIS TODAY!
NAME AGE
ADDRESS
PHONE
dj179/dj4
PLEASE MAIL OR DROP OFF IN CITY HALL DEPOSITORY. MAY ALSO
BE INCLUDED WITH SEWER BILL. THANK YOU.
(FOLD IN THIRDS WITH CITY HALL ADDRESS SHOWING)
PLACE
STAMP
HERE
City of Tigard
PO Box 23397
13125 SW Hall Blvd.
Tigard, OR 97223
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( Of the other park/s you use occasionally:
a. Why do you go there? (Please write the name of the park and what .
activities
activities you and/or your family participate in there.)
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b. What don't you like about these parks? (Please write the name of the
park and explain.)
If you would like to share ide&s or suggestions with a Park Board Member
concerning your park, please call Tigard City Hall (639-4171) and leave your
lame, phone number, time you can be reached and the park you are concerned
about. The Park Board Member assigned to that park will call you.
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City of Tigard
PO Box 23397
13125 SW Hall Blvd.
Tigard, OR 97223
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DETAILED TABULATION OF SURVEY RESULTS
Total number of surveys received: 388 (198)*
* (Number of youth responses)
NO. PERCENTAGE
1. DO YOU USE THE CITY PARKS?
Yes 315 (162) 81% (82%)
No 73 (36) 19% (18%)
IF NOT, WHY?
No time 13 (10) 18% (14%)
Don't know where they are or didn't know
there were any 11 (4) 15% (5%)
Just haven't gone yet 8 (5) 11% (7%)
Problems - drug dealing, car chases, too many
kids in cars, crime, harassment 7 (6) 10% (8%)
Not alot there, nothing to do, boring, dull 7 (7) 10% (10%)
New to area 5 (5) 7% (7%)
None close by, live too far from any nark 5 (4) 7% (5%)
Not interested in park activities 2 (1) 3% (1%)
Use other parks (Portland , Tualatin, etc.) 2 (0) 3%
Afraid 2 (0) 3%
Have big back yard, privacy 2 (0) 3%
Find other alternatives 2 (0) 3%
Too small 1 (1) 1% (1%)
No bike or hiking trails 1 (0) 1%
Outdated play equipment 1 (0) 1%
No tennis courts 1 (0) 1%
No outdoor swimming pools 1 (0) 1%
Too crowded, noisy and dirty 1 (0) 1%
Closed nights when like to walk 1 (0) 1%
Retired 1 (0) 1%
Not convenient 1 (0) 1%
Parks in bad areas 1 (0) 1%
Too much police patrol 1 (1) 1% (1%)
2. WHAT PARK DO YOU USE MOST OFTEN?
-- Total number of responses: 329 (172)
Cook 238 (127) 72% (74%)
Summer Lake 12 (0) 4%
Englewood 10 (0) 3%
Jack 9 (4) 3% (2%)
Woodard 9 (1) 3% (1%)
Greenways 9 (0) 3%
Fanno Creek 7 (5) 2% (3%)
Liberty 0 (0) 0%
Main 0 (0) 0%
Ye Old Windmill 0 (0) 0%
Others (Outside of Tigard) 35 (35) 11% (20%)
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NO
SPECIFICA- NICE WET
TION OR WEATHER WEATHER
YEAR-ROUND ONLY ONLY
3. HOW OFTEN DO YOU USE THIS PARK?
COOK - Total number of responses: 232
1 - 2 x week 19 (13) 17 (4) 3 (1)
3 - 5 x week 7 (3) 6 (1) 0
Daily 3 (2) 0 0
1 - 2 x month 34 (23) 11 (3) 5 (0)
1 - 6 x year 57 (28) 1 (1) 0
7 - 12 x year 8 (3) 0 2 (0)
Several times 3 (0) 3 (0) 0
Often 5 (3) 9 (6) 0
Sports season only 6 (3) 0 0
As weather permits 3 (0) 0 0
Seldom 24 (23) 3 (2) 0
Sometimes 7 (7) 1 (1) 0
SUMMER LAKE - Total number of responses: 12
1 - 2 x week 10 (0)
Daily 2 (0)
ENGLEWOOD - Total number of responses: 10
1 - 2 x week 5 (0)
3 - 5 x week 1 (0)
Daily 4 (0)
JACK - Total number of responses: 9
1 - 2 x week 4 (2)
3 - 5 x week 3 (1)
Daily 1 (0)
1 x year 1 (1)
WOODARD - Total number of responses: 9
1 - 2 x week 4 (0)
3 - 5 x week 2 (0)
1 x month 1 (1)
5 - 6 x year 1 (0)
Nice weather only 1 (0)
GREENWAYS - Total number of responses: 9
1 - 2 x week 4 (0)
3 - 5 x week 3 (0)
Daily 2 (0)
FANNO CREEK - Total number of responses: 7
2 - 3 x week 3 (3)
Daily 2 (1)
1 x month 1 (0)
Sometimes 1 (1)
LIBERTY - Total number of responses: 0
MAIN - Total number of responses: 0
YE OLD WINDMILL - Total number of responses: 0
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4. WHAT OTHER PARK/S DO YOU USE OCCASIONALLY? NO. PERCENTAGE
-- Total number of responses: 335 (178)
Cook 49 (23) 15% (13%)
Fanno Creek 12 (5) 4% (3%)
Summer Lake 11 (1) 3% (1%)
Jack 4 (2) 1% (1%)
Greenways 4 (1) 1% (1%)
Woodard 3 (0) 1%
Englewood 2 (1) 1% (1%)
Liberty 2 (2) 1% (1%)
Main 0 (0) 0%
Ye Old Windmill 0 (0) 0%
None 120 (70) 36% (39%)
Other (outside of Tigard) 79 (57) 24% (32%)
No answer 50 (16) 15% (9%)
5. OF THE PARK YOU USE MOST OFTEN:
a. WHAT DO YOU USE THE PARK FOR?
COOK
Sports Activities:
Soccer 24 (14) 10% (11%)
Basketball 18 (14) 8% (11%)
Baseball 15 (14) 6% (11%)
Softball 12 (5) 5% (4%)
Sports events - playing, games 23 (17) 10% (13%)
Football 2 (2) 1% (2%)
Watch games 8 (4) 3% (3%)
Recreation Activities:
Biking 14 (2) 6% (2%)
Walking 34 (5) 14% (4%)
Running/Jogging 11 (4) 5% (3%)
Picnics 97 (36) 41% (28%)
Fishing 8 (4) 3% (3%)
Walking/running dog 11 (2) 5% (2%)
Swimming 6 (3) 3% (2%)
Golf practice 2 (0) 1%
Recreation for children/grandchildren 3 (0) 1%
Recreation - frisbee, kite flying, summer 13 (8) 5% (6%)
activities, berry picking, hacky sack
Leisure - reading, relaxing, sunbathing 55 (42) 23% (33%)
watching people, etc.
Enjoying nature - river, watching/feeding 14 (0) 6%
animals
Meeting with friends 8 (8) 3% (6%)
Family gatherings 7 (6) 3% (5%)
Babysitting 3 (3) 1% (2%)
Parties/hang out 7 (7) 3% (6%)
Groups - church, community, clubs 15 (0) 6%
Scouts/day camp 6 (0) 3%
Boating, canoeing, river access, ramp 15 (4) 6% (3%)
Facilities:
Play equipment 43 (8) 18% (6%)
Trails - nature paths 4 (0) 2%
Physical features:
Convenience 2 (0) 1%
Location 1 (0) 1%
Large size 1 (0) 1%
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NO. PERCENTAGE
SUMMER LAKE
Recreation Activities:
Walking 7 (0) 58%
Biking 2 (0) 17%
Running/jogging 1 (0) 8%
Picnics 2 (0) 17%
Walking/swimming dog 3 (0) 25%
Canoeing, rafting 1 (0) 8%
Fishing 1 (0) 8%
Recreation for children 1 (0) 8%
Bird watching 1 (0) 8%
Feeding ducks 6 (0) 50%
Facilities:
Play equipment 8 (0) 57%
ENGLEWOOD
Recreation Activities:
Walking 6 (0) 60%
Biking 5 (0) 50%
Walking dog 1 (0) 10%
Picnics 1 (0) 10%
Paths to catch school bus 1 (0) 10%
Enjoying nature 1 (0) 10%
Facilities:
Play equipment 4 (0) 40%
JACK
Recreation Activities:
Walking 4 (2) 44% (50%)
Biking 2 (2) 22% (50%)
Meet with friends 1 (1) 11% (25%)
Place to play 5 (1) 56% (25%)
Leisure - talk, rest 2 (2) 22% (50%)
Golf practice 1 (1) 11% (25%)
Playing ball - football, baseball 1 (1) 11% (25%)
WOODARD
Recreation Activities
Walking 5 (0) 56%
Creek, crawdading 2 (0) 22%
Feeding ducks 1 (0) 11%
Bird watching 1 (0) 11%
Walking dog 1 (0) 11%
Picnics 1 (1) 11% (100%)
Facilities:
Play equipment 5 (0) 56%
GREENWAYS
Recreation Activities:
Walking 4 (0) 44%
Jogging 3 (0) 33%
Picnics 1 (0) 11%
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NO. PERCENTAGE
FANNO CREEK
Recreation Activities:
Walking 4 (2) 57% (40%)
Skate boarding 1 (1) 14% (20%)
Biking 3 (1) 43% (20%)
Picnics 2 (0) 29%
Bird Watching 1 (0) 14%
Running/jogging 1 (0) 14%
Fishing 2 (2) 29% (40%)
Get to library 1 (1) 14% (20%)
b. WHAT ELSE WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE IN YOUR PARK?
COOK
Sports Facilities:
Tennis courts - lights 17 (12) 7% (9%)
Basketball court - lights, covered 6 (3) 3% (2%)
Basketball court - more, better 9 (9) 4% (7%)
Swimming pool 16 (10) 7% (8%)
Baseball/Softball fields - more, better 3 (2) 1% (2%)
Football field 1 (1) .5% (1%)
More space for sports activities 2 (2) 1% (2%)
Volleyball/Badminton - poles 6 (2) 3% (2%)
Ballfields - lights 3 (0) 1%
Outdoor handball courts 1 (0) .5%
Practice wall - tennis , wall ball 1 (0) .5%
Recreation Facilities:
Golf driving range 1 (0) .5%
Archery range 1 (0) .5%
Horseshoe pits - more 3 (1) 1% (1%)
Play equipment - more, improved, upgraded 31 (14) 13% (11%)
(more swings, slides, wooden structure ,
rings, riding toys)
Wading pool 3 (1) 1% (1%)
Hose for water play 1 (0) .5%
Trails - for running, walking, nature 16 (2) 7% (2%)
Paths - walking, biking, running, 10 (2) 4% (2%)
connections
Skate boarding - ramp, half-pipe 2 (2) 1% (2%)
Bridle trails 2 (1) 1% (1%)
Other Facilities:
Restrooms - more, cleaner, mirrors 13 (10) 5% (8%)
Concession stands - more 10 (9) 4% (7%)
Covered areas - more 6 (2) 3% (2%)
Picnicking facilities - more tables and 8 (3) 3% (2%)
barbecues
Benches - more, along river 10 (3) 4% (2%)
Picnicking areas along river 3 (0) 1%
Drinking fountains - more, working, by 7 (6) 3% (5%)
soccer fields & basketball court
New structures 1 (1) .5% (1%)
Physical Features:
Maintenance - more, better, cleaner grounds 13 (7) 5% (6%)
Grass - more, greener 3 (3) 1% (2%)
Parking - more, handicapped spaces 5 (0) 2%
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NO. PERCENTAGE
More room by river 1 (1) .5% (1%)
Less car traffic 1 (0) .5%
Flowers - more 7 (2) 3% (2%)
Trees - more 1 (1) .5% (1%)
Larger park 1 (0) .5%
More natural area preserved 3 (0) 1%
Separate pet area 1 (0) .5%
Lights on timers 1 (0) .5%
River Front Facilities:
Dock - new, improve 5 (2) 2% (2%)
Better facilities - parking, lights, 8 (1) 3% (1%)
restroom, signs, safer, road paved
Rope swing - tire swing 2 (2) 1% (2%)
Canoe rental 2 (0) 1%
Swimming area 2 (2) 1% (2%)
Cleaner river 6 (5) 3% (4%)
Other:
More community pride 1 (0) .5%
Police patrol more often 2 (1) 1% (1%)
Open year round 2 (1) 1% (1%)
Open later at night 2 (2) 1% (2%)
Less vandalism 1 (0) .5%
No alcohol 1 (0) .5%
Summer recreation program 6 (2) 3% (2%)
Dav camp - scouts 1 (0) .5%
Rental of equipment - balls, boats 1 (1) .5% (1%)
More teenager facilities/activities 4 (4) 2% (3%)
Nothing 4 (4) 2% (3%)
Signs 1 (0) .5%
SUMMER LAKE -
Sports Facilities:
Basketball Court 3 (0) 25%
Baseball/Softball 2 (0) 17%
Tennis Courts 3 (0) 25%
Swimming Pool 1 (0) 8%
Racketball Courts 1 (0) 8%
Recreation Facilities:
Wading Pool 1 (0) 8%
Recreation Center 1 (0) 8%
Picnic Facilities - more tables, barbecues 4 (0) 33%
Play Equipment - more 2 (0) 17%
Area for dogs to run & play (Frisbee, catch) 1 (0) 8%
Paths - on south side of lake, connection to 3 (0) 25%
school
More Wood chips under play equipment 1 (0) 8%
Sandbox 1 (0) 8%
Other:
Bridge over dam 1 (0) 8%
Restrooms 2 (0) 17%
Enlarge Park 2 (0) 17%
More trees 4 (0) 33%
Improvements to the green area 1 (0) 8%
Lake level raised 2-3 feet for weed control 1 (0) 8%
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NO. PERCENTAGE
ENGLEWOOD -
Benches 2 (0) 20%
Basketball Hoops 1 (0) 10%
Horseshoe Pits 1 (0) 10%
Wading Pool 1 (0) 10%
Picnic Tables 1 (0) 10%
Paths Repaired 3 (0) 30%
More ground cover under play equipment 1 (0) 10%
Crossing - across Scholls to Greenway Park 1 (0) 10%
Trees along Scholls Ferry Road 2 (0) 20%
More Trees 1 (0) 10%
JACK -
Football Fields 1 (1) 11% (25%)
Basketball Hoops 3 (2) 33% (50%)
Bike Ramps 1 (1) 11% (25%)
More Play Equipment 2 (0) 22%
Restrooms - rebuilt, new 3 (0) 33%
Drinking Fountain 2 (1) 22% (25%)
Parking Access 1 (0) 11%
Trash Receptacles 1 (0) 11%
More Trees 1 (1) 11% (25%)
Better Maintenance 1 (0) 11%
Nothing 1 (1) 11% (25%)
WOODARD -
Play Equipment - more, safer 5 (0) 56%
Picnic Tables 5 (0) 56%
Trash Receptacles 1 (0) 11%
Benches 2 (0) 22%
Nothing 1 (1) 11% (100%)
GREENWAYS -
Play Equipment 1 (0)
Paths —extend, more connection to Beaverton, 4 (0)
clearer, better drainage, and care
More trees and shrubs for wildlife 1 (0)
FANNO CREEK -
Play Equipment 2 (1) 29% (20%)
Swimming Pool 1 (1) 14% (20%)
Recreation Programs 1 (1) 14% (20%)
Benches 1 (1) 14% (20%)
More grass for sitting & appearance 2 (1) 29% (20%)
Nothing - like it natural 1 (1) 14% (20%)
c. WHAT DON'T YOUR LIKE ABOUT YOUR PARK?
COOK
Sports Facilities:
No Football field 1 (1) .5% (1%)
Ballfields - can't get a field, asked 3 (2) 1% (2%)
to move, better
Soccer fields - no nets in place 1 (1) .5% (1%)
Basketball Courts - Not enough 3 (3) 1% (2%)
Recreation Facilities:
Dangerous Golfers 1 (0) .5%
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NO. PERCENTAGE
Unsupervised sports - archery 1 (0) .5%
No Swimming Area 1 (1) .5% (2%)
Play Equipment - not enough, dangerous points,
mud, water, needs better surface
underneath, too grimmy, needs work 8 (2) 3% (2%)
No Camping 1 (0) .5%
Not enough covered areas 2 (0) 1%
Not enough picnicking facilities - barbecues 1 (0) .5%
No skateboarding facility 1 (1) .5% (1%)
The structures 1 (1) .5% (1%)
River Front Facilities:
Pollution of Tualatin River - cleaner, oily 10 (7) 4% (6%)
River Access 2 (1) 1% (1%)
Parking, no signs for parking, driving thru 2 (0) 1%
River safe from accidents to children 1 (0) .5%
Other Facilities:
Parking - hard to find, eliminate in picnic area 4 (1) 2% (1%)
Park entrance - congestion 1 (0) .5%
No gate across soccer parking lot 1 (0) .5%
No facilities for handicapped 2 (0) 1%
No signs to get to park 1 (0) .5%
No paths, trails, connections or routes to park 6 (0) 3%
Restrooms - vandalized, unsanitary, need
attendance 10 (5) 4% (4%)
Facilities aren't nice, old looking, run down 5 (5) 2% (4%)
Not enough water pressure in drinking fountain 1 (0) .5%
Physical Features:
Not enough trees 2 (2) 1% (2%)
Maintenance - poor, dirty picnic areas, litter,
animal feces, not kept up 28 (17) 12% (13%)
Grass - mowed more often, greener, better
condition 12 (3) (2%)
Too muddy - trails, around play equipment 8 (3) 3% (2%)
Insect problem - bugs, bees, yellow jackets 3 (0) 1%
Smells 8 (7) 3% (6%)
Construction in park, junky looking 4 (0) 2%
Not as pretty as it could be - too utilitarian 3 (0) 1%
Not big enough 6 (6) 3% (5%)
Too big - company picnics with alcohol 1 (0) .5%
Other:
Boring, not exciting 6 (6) 3% (5%)
Problem situations - wrong people, "dope" dealers,
drugs being used & soli, not safe for children,
winos, weirdos, motorcycle people 19 (13) 8% (11%)
Teenage parties & hangout - alcohol, racing
cruising cars 5 (0) 2%
Not patrolled enough 3 (1) 1% (1%)
Speed Bumps 1 (1) .5% (1%)
Closes to early, closed at night 5 (5) 2% (4%)
Closed in winter 1 (0) .5%
Location - too far away, too remote, hard to find 7 (3) 3% (2%)
No horses allowed 1 (1) .5% (1%)
Horses on soccer field 1 (0) .5%
Dogs at large 1 (0) .5%
People sleeping overnight 1 (0) .5%
Community Service groups paying to use park
during project and then being repaid 1 (0) .5%
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NO. PERCENTAGE
SUMMER LAKE -
Too small 2 (0) 17%
Not maintained 1 (0) 8%
Not enough trees 1 (0) 8%
Lack of control of thistles on islands 1 (0) 8%
Control algae 1 (0) 8%
Bottles and cans in lake 1 (0) 8%
Paths are muddy and slippery, muddy mess
from sprinkler system installation 1 (0) 8%
Trash from fishermen (kids) 1 (0) 8%
ENGLEWOOD -
Broken play equipment 7 (0) 70%
Lack of maintenance 2 (0) 20%
Paths - unuseable during rainy period, poor
drainage, flooding, too narrow, pot holes,
cracks, lack of repair, broken glass 9 (0) 90%
JACK -
Restroom - dangerous, eye sore, encourages
continuation of vandalism 2 (0) 22%
Needs more play equipment 1 (0) 11%
Not enough trees 1 (1) 11% (25%)
No basketball hoops 1 (1) 11% (25%)
Too small 1 (1) 11% (25%)
Surrounded by houses 1 (1) 11% (25%)
Nothing in it 1 (1) 11% (25%)
Hang out for teenagers - drugs and vandalism 1 (0) 11%
Harassed 1 (1) 11% (25%)
WOODARD -
Lack of play equipment, too limited, not safe 6 (0) 67%
No benches 3 (0) 33%
No drinking fountain 1 (0) 11%
No picnic areas 2 (0) 22%
Lights on at night and not kept in repair. 1 (0) 11%
Maintenance - dead branches, vines growing
in creek 1 (0) 11%
Grass mowed more often 2 (0) 22%
Not much there 1 (0) 11%
Nothing 1 (1) 11% (100%)
GREENWAYS -
Paths - lack of drainage and repair 3 (0) 33%
Needs more ground cover - bad erosion 1 (0) 11%
City dumps mowing debris in creek 1 (0) 11%
High water from Fanno Creek 1 (0) 11%
FANNO CREEK -
No recreation 1 (1) 14% (20%)
No benches 1 (1) 14% (20%)
Polluted water 1 (1) 14% (20%)
Paths - rocks, mud, asphalt 3 (3) 43% (60%)
Litter 1 (1) 14% (20%)
Not enough fish 1 (1) 14% (20%)
Needs to be developed 2 (2) 29% (40%)
No open fields 1 (1) 14% (20%)
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APPENDIX D
BIKEWAY TYPES
The proposed bikeway system in Tigard is comprised of three major types which
are differentiated by location, design standards and anticipated use (work,
school, shopping, recreation). The Park Plan pedestrian/bicycle paths will be
comprised essentially of Class I Independent bikeways. The three route types
are:
Class I A Class I bikeway is a separate right-of-way designed for the
Independent exclusive use of bicycles, except at crossings. It is usually
two-way and pedestrian use is permitted unless a separate
walkway is provided. These are generally located in parks or
greenways and used for recreational trips.
Class II A Class II bikeway is a restricted right-of-way that may be
Striped located adjacent to a pedestrian path or traffic lane. In
Lanes most cases, Class II bikeways are located on the street with
sidewalks used only under special conditions and when there are
no other alternatives. Through travel by vehicles of
pedestrians is not allowed except for access to driveways and
parking facilities.
Class III A Class III bikeway shares the roadway with vehicles. Routes
Signed are designated mainly by signs. These bikeways should be used
Route only where low to moderate bicycle demand is expected, vehicles
volume (especially trucks) is low, average speed in the outside
lane is low, and traffic lane is sufficiently wide to
accommodate bicycles.
BIKEWAY CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN
The State of Oregon now uses and recommends the use of the Guide for
Development of New Bicycles Facilities 1981 as the basic design manual for
bikeway construction. The guide discusses the general engineering issues in
bikeway development and identifies design standards for bikeways, signage,
lighting, pavement marking, and roadway utilities.
PROJECT PRIORITIES
In contrast to the 1984 revised Tigard Area Comprehensive Pedest-ian/Bicycle
Pathway Plan, the Bikeway Plan does not propose phases for construction of
bikepath projects, but rather is viewed as a long-range project divided into
priorities (high, medium or low) which reflect their relative order of
recommended development.
High priority routes are designed to provide the basic framework of the
greenway park system. In general, these routes were selected because of their
potential to meet immediate demands and to connect major residential areas
with the parks, schools, and the downtown area. Medium priority routes are
designed to extend some of the high priority routes, provide more flexibility
in route selection by bicyclists and serve newly developed residential areas.
Low priority routes establish connections with adjacent cities and provide the
final connections needed to complete the system.
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IMPLEMENTATION
Independent bicycle paths are often constructed as development occurs on
adjacent lands. Thus, land use changes generally dictate the implementation
schedule for most independent paths. Independent paths in parks or other
publicly owned land are often constructed in connection with the City's
Capital Improvement Program which dictates the development schedule.
Where independent paths are planned through what is presently private,
undeveloped land, a proposal to change land use or zoning is an event which
can trigger path construction or provide for the dedication of an easement for
a future path. Under City subdivision ordinances or other land development
processes, a developer may be required to plan and construct bicycle paths
just as he is required to provide streets and other public facilities. The
provision of these public facilities is a condition that may be required when
a land owner develops the property or requests a change in land use.
TRAIL DESIGN STANDARDS
Design standards should provide general guidelines for construction of a
trail. However, the use of standards should not restrict imagination or
unique solutions to design problems.
Trail width and vertical clearance are a matter of judgement, with horse
trails requiring more space than hiking trails. As a general guideline the
trail should be sufficiently clear that the route is obvious and safety
hazards are removed while retaining as much scenic quality as is possible in
tr_ailside vegetation.
Sustained grades of more than 20% should be avoided in hiking and horse
trails. Surfaces should be of natural materials wherever possible with water
bars, ditches and culverts where required to accommodate drainage.
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Bikeway Width
Bikeway Type minimum recommended Comments
CLASS I Independent 5' (one way) 6' (one way) •10'+ wide paths should be considered for
Bikeway 10' (two way) 12' (two way) heavily used paths, to allow riding
abreast, and allow sharing with joggers
and pedestrians.
•High numbers of pedestrians may require a
wider path seperated by striping or con-
- trasting pavement, or the addition of a
seperate pedestrian path.
CLASS II On-Street 5' (one way) 8' (one way) • 4' wide lanes may be acceptable when they
Bikeway would not abut a parking lane
•6' widths are desirable to allow side-by-
side
riding
•Parking lanes next to bike lanes should
be 8' wide to accomodate opening doors
and provide a "shy" distance for riders.
•Two way bicycle traffic should be sepera
ted and placed on opposite sides of the
street
Sidewalk 6' (one way) , 9' (one way) •6' minimum for existing sidewalks . Pedes-
Bikeways trian and bike lanes should be striped
in areas with moderate foot and bicy-
cle traffic
•9' width minimum for new construction, di-
vided
ivided by striping into a 5' wide bike-
path and 4' wide sidewalk.
CLASS III Signed Traffic lane in which riders
Bikeway must travel should have mi-
nimum width of 12'
Recommended Widths for Bikeways
Appropriate Conditions Inappropriate Conditions Comments
CLASS I Independent Available right-of-way Frequent crossing of streets with Potential to be used as recreation-
Bikeway Offers pleasant riding conditions heavy traffic al route if long enough and
(views, trees, quiet) if it connects major activity
centers
Can be used by pedestrians if wide
enough
CLASS II On-Street Infrequent intersection and High truck traffic volume One way travel only
Bikeway driveway crossings Along bus routes Designate lanes with striping or
Low vehicular traffic volume Frequent vehicular cross traffic curbing
No on-street parking Ponding, drainage problems along
route
Accumulation of dirt or debris
along road
O
Sidewalk Low density development Heavy pedestrian traffic .Use only when no other alternative
Light or no pedestrian Commercial or business area is availble
traffic Downhill routes Potential for pedestrian/bicycle
Residential areas conflict
Striping should sepgrate bicyclists
and pedestrians
One way travel only
Suitable for uphill routes where
riders may have to dismount
CLASS III Signed Bikeway Low traffic streets High traffic streets
Short lengths only required Vehicular lane widths less
Vehicul_r lane widths greater than 12'
than 12' High bicycle use• expected
Low-moderate bicycle use
expected
Summary of Location Conditions for Bikeways
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APPENDI E
METHODS OF FINANCING PARK ACQUISITIONS, DEVELOPMENT AND IMPROVEMENTS:
A. General Fund
B. Parks System Development Charge Fund
C. Fees and Charges - Revenue generating sources:
-- Reservations of picnicking facilities and shelters.
-- Reservations of individual ballfields.
-- Rental of canoes and/or boats.
-- Sports teams fees and charges - Sports Complex use.
-- Concessions - Sports Complex.
D. Federal Revenue Sharing
E. Bond Issue
F. Serial Levy
G. Grants
1. Federal -
-- Land and Water Conservation Fund
-- National Historic Preservation Fund
2. State -
-- Grant-in-Aid program
-- Oregon State Marine Board
-- Inter-governmental Relations Division
3. Foundations -
a. Recipient Foundations
-- National Endowment for the Arts
-- The Nature Conservancy
-- The Trust for Public Lands
-- Foundation formed by City
b. Grant Aiding Foundations
H. Volunteers/Low Cost Labor
I. Fundraising
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J. Gift Catalog
K. Cooperative Agreements
1. With Developers —
-- Density transfers, trade—offs
2. With Other Public Agencies —
-- Joint development (Public/Public or Public/Private)
-- Joint Use
-- Use/purchase surplus schools
L. Income from Interim Use of Undeveloped Park Land
-- Grazing/Agricultural
-- Parking/Storage
-- Recreation Activities (dog/horse training, model plane clubs,
rifle/archery range, adventure playground, etc. )
-- Beekeeping
-- Nursery/Tree Farm
-- Commodity Sales (sand, gravel, dirt, wood, water)
-- Lease for Commercial development
M. Enterprise Funds/Concessions
N. Equipment/Facility Leasing
0. Various Acquisition Techniques
-- Exchange for land/development rights
-- Encourage bequests
-- Bargain Sales
-- Series of gifts
-- Arrange for another party to purchase
-- Arrange to purchase at a later date
-- Consider less—than—fee simple acquisition (i.e. differential tax
assessment, easements, etc. )
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APPENDIX F
COST ESTIMATES
Facility
Estimated Cost
Tennis Courts (four) $50,000
Basketball Court (full) $9 ,000-$10,000
Multi-purpose Court (1 full court, $20,000
wall, 4 baskets)
Softball field (recreational) $7 ,000
Baseball field (recreational) $11,000
Volleyball Court (poles) $300
Soccer field $7 ,000
Football field $5,500
Soccer/Football Field combined $7 ,500
Fitness/Exercise Course $5,000-$15,000
Shelters - 20' x 40" without cement base $6,000
20' x 40' with cement base $10,000
30' x 60' with cement base $16 ,000-$18,000
Picnic Tables $450
Benches $300
Grills $75-$100
Play structures (small) $5,000-$7 ,000
(large) $10,000-$12,000
Paths (paved) - 10' wide $60,000-$85,000 per mile
$11-$17 per linear foot
Paths (natural) - 2'-4' wide $5,000-$10,000 per. mile
*Sport facility estimates do not include site preparation costs._
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