Resolution No. 19-21 CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
TIGARD CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. 19-; 1
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A COMPLETE STREETS POLICY FOR THE CITY OF TIGARD
WHEREAS, the City of Tigard has a responsibility to plan, design, operate, and maintain transportation
facilities that serve all users equitably;and
WHEREAS, the term "Complete Streets" describes a comprehensive, integrated transportation network with
facilities that allow safe and convenient travel along and across streets for all users and,in particular,vulnerable
roadway users as defined in Oregon Revised Statute 801.608;and
WHEREAS, the lack of "Complete Streets" is unnecessarily dangerous for vulnerable roadway users and
discourages community members from walking,bicycling,and using public transit;and
WHEREAS,the City's adopted Transportation System Plan,TSP 2035,Goal 3,requires the City to"provide an
accessible,multi-modal transportation system that meets the mobility needs of the community";and
WHEREAS, Tigard's Strategic Plan Vision calls for the City to be "The most walkable community in the
Pacific Northwest where people of all ages and abilities enjoy healthy and interconnected lives";and
WHEREAS,Goal Five of the adopted 2019-2021 Tigard City Council Goals calls for enhanced walkability and
pedestrian connectivity;and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City of Tigard to formalize a commitment to the principles of Complete
Streets for its transportation network and facilities and to have this Complete Streets Policy inform future
transportation planning efforts as well as serve as the basis for future amendments to City codes and standards.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the Tigard City Council that:
SECTION 1: The Tigard City Council Adopts the Complete Streets Policy ("Policy") attached hereto as
Exhibit A and made part of this Resolution.
SECTION 2: This Resolution is effective immediately upon passage.
PASSED: This l ( day of -'-2C49.
May - ity of Tigard
ATTEST:
Deputy City Recorder -Ci f Tigard
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Exhibit A
Tigard Complete Streets Policy
Definitions
All Users
Individuals of all ages and abilities including, but not limited to, pedestrians, bicyclists, public/paratransit
users, people with disabilities, emergency responders, motorists, motorcyclists,freight providers,
commercial vehicles, and emerging micro-mobility modes.
Context Sensitive Design
A process in which a project is planned not only to serve specific transportation objectives, but also for
its effects on the physical,aesthetic,social,economic and environmental values, needs,constraints and
opportunities in a larger community setting. Projects designed using this model optimize safety of the
facility; preserve the environmental, scenic, aesthetic, historic, and natural resource values of the area;
are designed and built with minimal disruption to the community; and, involve efficient and effective
use of resources (time, budget, community).
Emergency
A circumstance in which immediate repair to damaged or malfunctioning facilities is necessary to
restore lost service or prevent immediate harm to persons or property.
Micro-Mobility
Shared or personal vehicles that can carry one or two passengers. Bicycles are the most common
example. Other micro-mobility vehicles include small battery-powered cars, bicycles, and scooters.
Multi-Modal
A transportation system accommodating multiple travel modes, including motor vehicles, pedestrians,
transit, and bicycles.
Neighborhood Traffic Management
Utilization of traffic control devices in residential neighborhoods to slow traffic,or possibly reduce the
volume of traffic—also called "traffic calming."
Right-of-Way
Includes city streets, roads, bridges, alleys, sidewalks,trails, paths, and all other public ways and areas
managed by the city or other public entity within the City of Tigard. "Right-of-way" also includes public
utility easements to the extent that the easement allows use by the utility operator planning to use or
using the public utility easement.
Sidewalk
An area specifically delineated and constructed for pedestrian use located behind a curb but within the
rights-of-way or within an easement specifically established for that purpose.
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Exhibit A
Trails and Pathways
Those that function as transportation facilities and are identified in the City's Transportation System
Plan (TSP) or Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan as such.The Policy does not apply to trails and pathways that
are intended solely for recreational purposes such as those within parks or open space areas, unless
they are part of a larger system that extends beyond that facility.
Vulnerable Road User
In Oregon,Vulnerable Road Users are defined by state statute. Oregon Revised Statute 801.608
describes a "Vulnerable User of a Public Way" as a pedestrian, highway worker, person riding an animal,
or a person operating a bicycle,skateboard, roller skates, in-line skates, a scooter, or a farm tractor in
the public right-of-way.
Policy Elements
1. Tigard Complete Streets Vision Statement
"Tigard is a vibrant and healthy community where people of all ages and abilities can travel safely,
efficiently and comfortably on a well-connected and optimized multi-modal network of roads,trails,
and paths."
2. Guiding Principles
2.1. Serve All Users
Tigard's transportation system should serve all users equitably.To the maximum extent possible,the
City will develop and manage rights-of-way that are safe, integrated, and connected to promote
access and mobility for all users. In particular,the City will work to address and enhance the safety
of vulnerable road users.
2.2. Provide Interconnected Networks
All users of Tigard's transportation system require connected travel networks.All rights-of-way and
routes need not accommodate all travel modes; however,the City will strive to provide a reasonable
network of safe, accessible, and convenient travel routes and road crossings for non-motorized
travel.The network may include off-street trails and pathways for bicycling and walking. The City
will advance projects needed to close gaps and to complete priority transportation networks and
routes identified in the Transportation System Plan (TSP). Special consideration will be given to
underserved areas or areas with concentrations of people who rely heavily on transit or other
alternative modes of transportation.
2.3. Use Best Practices and Innovative,Context-Sensitive Design
The City will utilize current and emerging best practices in transportation network and facility design
to best serve the multi-modal transportation needs of all users.The City will align and update
related goals, policies, standards, and code provisions to incorporate these current and emerging
best practices as required.'The City will address the needs and comfort of all users considering
issues such as traffic safety, street design and width, desired operating speed, mode balance,
illumination, landscaping, stormwater management, on-street parking, required pedestrian
amenities, and connectivity. While adhering to local, regional, state, and national standards the City
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Exhibit A
will utilize context-sensitive design to address unique local conditions, constraints, and priorities.
Local conditions and constraints may include but not be limited to existing right-of-way, natural
resources, cost, documented pedestrian and bicycle safety issues,and other factors.The City will
strive to meet or exceed national, state, and regional best-practice design guidelines in street
design, construction, and operation.
2.4. Support Land Use Planning Goals
The City will design and develop a transportation network and facilities supportive of the land-use
goals and policies of the Tigard Comprehensive Plan,as well as adopted or accepted plans for
specific neighborhoods, corridors, or other geographic areas within the City of Tigard.
2.5. Internal and Jurisdictional Coordination
The City will develop seamless transportation facilities and accommodations to effectively serve the
needs of all users within and beyond the City's borders by fostering partnerships internally,with
local businesses, developers, community organizations, and with regional agencies including but not
limited to:the Oregon Department of Transportation; Metro; Washington County;Tualatin Valley
Fire and Rescue; Clean Water Services;the Tigard-Tualatin School District; and the neighboring cities
of Beaverton, Durham, King City, Lake Oswego, Portland,and Tualatin.The City will approach every
public or private project, program, and practice that affects the transportation network or occurs in
the right-of-way as an opportunity to improve street conditions and travel routes, particularly for
vulnerable road users. City departments will work in coordination and collaborate with other
entities to maximize current and future opportunities for transportation network connectivity for all
users.
2.6. Measure Performance
The City will track and report on Policy implementation performance utilizing indicators that reflect
transportation safety, efficiency, mobility, accessibility, and experience for all users. Within one year
of Policy adoption,the City will select specific performance measures to be tracked, summarized,
and posted publicly on an annual basis."City staff will collaborate with the Tigard Transportation
Advisory Committee (TTAC)on Complete Streets Policy performance tracking and reporting.
3. Applicability
3.1. All Facilities
Except as described in Section 4,the Policy applies to all transportation facilities within the public
rights-of-way, on public property, and/or or within a public access easement.Transportation
facilities include but are not limited to streets, crosswalks, on and off-street pedestrian and bicycle
pathways, parking facilities, alleys, bridges,frontage roads, and temporary traffic zones.
3.2. Project Lifecycle
The Policy applies to the routine planning, design, implementation,operation, and maintenance of
all transportation infrastructure.The Policy applies to both new and retrofit projects, including the
construction, reconstruction, retrofit, resurfacing, restriping, alteration, and major repair of streets,
trails and pathways.Within one year of Policy adoption,the City will develop and implement criteria
and a process for incorporating Complete Streets elements into major maintenance or rehabilitation
projects(e.g., resurfacing, restriping, retrofit or similar projects).
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Exhibit A
3.3. Permitting Authority
The City will require all agencies over which it has permitting authority to comply with the Policy.
For all transportation projects designed by other agencies or entities that require funding or
approval by the City,the City of Tigard will, in advance of finalizing such funding or approval:
3.3.1. Evaluate the proposed project for compliance with the Policy.
3.3.2. Where needed, recommend measures and require appropriate changes to bring the
proposed project into compliance with the Policy.The City encourages entities not
under its jurisdiction to satisfy this policy, including Washington County,Oregon
Department of Transportation,TriMet, other local service providers,for those agencies'
facilities in the City of Tigard as well as regional transportation projects. Partner
agencies are encouraged to consider this Complete Streets Policy in the design,
construction, operation, and maintenance of their facilities.
4. Exemptions and Exceptions to the Policy
The City will strive to provide safe, comfortable, and convenient access to transportation choices by
vulnerable road users as identified in Section 3 above,with only the following exemptions and
exceptions stated below.
4.1. The following are exemptions to the Policy:
4.1.1. When work is limited to emergency repairs of transportation facilities or utilities;or
4.1.2. On transportation facilities or corridors where specific users are prohibited by law.
4.2. The following work may qualify for an exception to the Policy,subject to evaluation by
designated Public Works and Community Development staff who will document and explain
why an exception to this Complete Streets Policy is warranted:
4.2.1. Where the cost of accommodation is excessively disproportionate to the need or
probable use as documented through deliberate study and analysis;
4.2.2. Where an absence of current or future need is documented; or
4.2.3. When work is limited to routine maintenance that does not change the roadway
geometry or operations, or for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation
work.
5. Policy Implementation
The City will strive to make Complete Streets practices a routine part of everyday operations and
procedures.The Tigard Complete Streets Implementation Plan outlines specific activities that,when
completed, support policy implementation. It is designed to be a living document updated by city
staff every 3-5 years with advice from the Tigard Transportation Advisory Committee (TTAC).
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Exhibit A
Infrastructure and Facility Design Best Practice Sources
• National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Urban Bikeway Design Guide,
Urban Streets Design Guide, and Transit Street Design Guide
• The American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials(AASHTO) Guide for the
Development of Bicycle Facilities
• The AASHTO Guide for the Planning, Design, and Operation of Pedestrian Facilities
• United States Access Board Proposed Guidelines for Accessible Rights-of-Way(PROWAG)
• Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• The Highway Capacity Manual(HCM)
• AASHTO Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets
• Institute of Transportation Engineers(ITE) Designing Walkable Urban Thoroughfares:A Context
Sensitive Approach
• ITE Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets
• Federal standards for roadway lighting(Illuminating Engineering Society Publication RP-8)
• Oregon Transportation Plan and all associated Modal Plan that provide design guidance
• Oregon Fire Code
• Metro Regional Transportation Plan and associated transportation facility design policies
• Metro Regional Travel Options Strategy
• Metro Guide to Safe and Healthy Streets(Livable Streets,Green Streets,Trees for Green Streets,
and Wildlife Crossings)
• Washington County Transportation System Plan
• Tigard Transportation System Plan and Modal Plans
• Tigard Public Improvement Design Standards
• Tigard Municipal Code
Potential Performance Measures
• Cumulative miles of new or upgraded Complete Streets
• Percentage completion of TSP-identified Complete Streets Projects
• Cumulative linear feet of new or reconstructed sidewalks
• Percentage of sidewalk network completed (new and/or gaps filled)
• Number of pedestrian crosswalk improvements completed
• Cumulative linear feet or miles of new or reconstructed bike lanes
• Percentage of bicycle network completed (new and/or gaps filled)
• Linear feet or miles of off-street trails and pathways constructed
• Percentage completion of TSP, Greenways Plan, and/or Parks Master Plan-identified trails
• Progress on implementation of Tigard's ADA Transition Plan
• Surface area treated by low-impact development stormwater management in the right-of-way
• Review of geographic/demographic distribution of Complete Streets projects
• Annual Complete Streets survey of Tigard residents
• Reduction in traffic injuries or deaths
• Conduct regular(every two years) Walk-Friendly Communities Assessment
• Conduct regular(every two years) Bicycle-Friendly Communities Assessment
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