City Council Packet - 01/31/1990
NOTICE OF CITY COUNC 1i MRETMG
JAN[MY 31, 1990 - 7:00 PM
TIGARD CIVIC CERM
13125 SW HAIL, B IRD, TIGARD, CIMQd
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Urban RL ewal. District - R' mukell Crow
Subject: by '1`mm Crow oorxxm ng formatian of an Urban
l District an the pote.r;a7 develc m & fcr the area east of
the Lincoln C7enter cmplex.
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Note: Iaenueed Dmna sccimu t of The Tigard Times and Martha Allen of The
mien of meeting as shown above.
Cat}+erine Mmatley, City heamler
Date: Tanuany 25. 3990
T I G A R D C I T Y C O U N C 1 L
MEETING MINUTES - JANUARY 311990
1. ROLL CALL: Present: Mayor Jerry Edwards (arrived at 7:10
p.m. ) ; Councilors: Carolyn Eadon, Valerie Johnson, and John
Sch wart z (arr i ved at 7: 20 p. m. ) . Staff present: Chuck
Corrigan, Legal. Counsel; Wayne Lowry, Finance Director; Ed
Murphy, Community Development Director; Catherine Wheatley,
City Recorder; and Randy Wooley, City Engineer.
PRESENTATION ON FORMATION OF URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT -
TRAMMELL CROW COMPANY
Councilc-r Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:(-)9 p.m.
She advised there would be a presentation by representatives
of the Trammel Crow Company concerning their proposal for
urban renewal. Afterwards, there would be an opportunity for
the audience to ask gUest i ons and give comments. While
testimony sign-in sheets provided headings noting "oppcirrents"
and "proponents", this was riot a public hearing. The purpose
of the meeting was to share informat i -n.
(NOTE: Mayor Edwards arrived at 7: 10 p. m. )
David Blake of Trarnmell Crow Company described the urban
renewal proposal for "President' s Parkway. " Inf_-rmat ion he
shared and his presentation irtc1'_ided the followinq*.
C Urrerit va 1 tIat i on of involved area was $5,000,000 Or less
and may be decreasing.
Slide photographs were shown depicting condition of
reads, buildings, and floodplain in area.
Fl.oodplain, with urban renewal, CCUld bec ,rne an asset by
establishment of retention p,--,rids and wildlife wetlands.
Traffic problems now existed; Urban renewal plan WOUld
call for the widening of Highway 217 and imprcnvement of
ingress/egress to subject area.
o The Metzger Elementary School, cL(rr-ently serving 562
stUdents, WCUld be moved under the Urban renewal plan.
There has been positive reaction tc, the proposal for
relocation of the sch-1c.1.
Urban renewal wo=uld provide for- City park area with
jogging trails and a lake. Currently, no City park
exists in -this area of the community.
Several homes woUld be r^elocated; the method of purchase
and relocation compensation wOUld be addressed.
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If the property was left to itself, its value would
remain stagnant. With urban renewal, the tax base in the
area could be increased from $5,o00,000 to $300,000,000.
Urban renewal, for Tigard, would be a question decided by
voters because of the proposed use of tax increment
financing.
He advised taxes of the residents of the City of Tigard
would not be affected by the implementation of the urban
renewal program.
. • After the property was irnpr ,ved, this development would
represent approximately 21/ of the value of the entire
City.
C. He explained "tax increment financing" and how it w=•r^ked.
The Mayor called on people who signed in to testify and
reiterated that Council was riot asking for opponent and
proponent testimony.
r_. Rich Ackerman of NW Landscape Industries advised it was
important to increase the tax base arid look at Tigard' s
fut,1-tre. P='resident's Parkway could become an enhancement
to the cc•mrni_tnity and help keep taxes down.
Charmie Culbertson advised she resided on Oak Str^eet.
While riot opposed to the proposal, she was concerned
about the urban renewal's call for condemnation of
property. She rioted people should be reimbursed fairly
as they are asked t move Out and relocate.
Mr. Blake advised that no property would be purchased
below fair market value. He advised Mrs. Culbertson he
had been talking with John Blorngren as a representative
o her area. Ms. Culbertson advised she would prefer to
talk to Mr. Blake herself. Councilor Johnson added that
Mr^s. Culbertson should feel free to contact City staff
with quest i•::•ns.
Dick. Woelk advised he was a registered traffic engineer
and was working with Trammell Crow on this project. He
described the interchange and problems with ingress and
egress. He summarized some of the traffic problems in
the area and advised that the number and location of
traffic signals also contributed to the slow movement of
traffic through the area.
Mr. Woelk described some of the traffic improvements
pr._,vided for in the urban renewal proposal. Plans were
quite preliminary in nature at this stage.
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Nola Horton had signed in to testify but advised she had
no comment at this time.
0 Steve Cartales advised he worked for Delta Fire Company;
he said the project would benefit Tigard because of the
creation of coristruct ion jabs.
John S. Blonigren noted support for the proposal, but
expressed concern that people who are displaced receive a
reasonable price for their property.
J. Edward Taylor- testified he was concerned about the
eminent domain provisions of the urban renewal plan. He
said he was apprehensive arid would want assurances that
people would receive fair market value for their
pro pert y.
Mr. Taylor noted condominiums in the area were shown, in
the proposal, as remaining. Solar access for these
buildings should be-- pr.::,tected.
Mr. B 1 ak.e responded to Mr. Taylor's concerns noting that
buffering between new development and the condmini ums was
provided. Development (a restaUrant ) close to the
condominiUrns W Old be -=,rie-level; therefore, solar access
w-DUld riot riot be affected.
o Emily Cunningham advised she would like to see this
project go ahead for transportation improvement reasons.
She said she felt the project would increase the value of
her property.
Herb Curtis noted he lived or, S.W. Thorn Street and he
had no objection to the project.
Mike Schreck adviser) he worked with Trammell Crow arnd was
a resident of -the City of Tigard. As a taxpayer, he
advised this project would increase the tar, base and,
therefore, reduce taxes. He noted he was pleased to hear
ab=~_it flood plain improvements which would assist with
flood control arid provide for wildlife habitat. He also
advised 'this would be an opportunity for, a beautiful City
park.
Mr. Schreck -noted his approval of the plans to improve
transpr_-rtation throughout the area arid relocation of the
elementary school which would be done without additional
burden to the taxpayers.
Ronald Gehring testified that he was "all for it."
Valerie Bruce testified she lived next door to the
Metzger school. She said her family had moved to this
t locati-::iri because of the quiet neighborhood and close
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proximity of the school; however, increased commercial
development has brought cnri more traffic without
improvements to the streets.
Ms. Bruce advised she has attended neighborhood meetings
on this issue and was impressed with the plans. She
concluded her remarks by saying that the school was no
longer in a safe location she stro,rngly supported the
project.
Scout Barron, General Manager of 11 & G Plant Company said
this project would offer great support for the
infrastructure of Tigard.
Brett Moon advised he was not necessarily against the
pr^o,ject, but hoped the relocation policies would be
adequately addressed. He noted concern about purchase of
homes at fair market value.
Ken Beck rioted he tho=ught this was a "super plan" but
said the City should consider that more than fair market
value woi_tld be needed for the purchase of property.
0 Elizabeth Snodgrass noted she was a business owner and
was supportive of the project.
Delores Lang asked that her son be allowed to speak on
her behalf. We noted support of the project but was
concerned about fair market value replacement of the
homes. He also noted his mother was r^eceiving a widow's
benefit (on tax rolls). Displacement of people rust be
considered and care taken to avoid negative impacts.
James Everett noted he lived on Oak. Street and
represented several neighbors who were in favor of the
plan.
0 David Di'nubilo advised he was in favor of the project.
He advised that the new school needs should be thoroughly
addressed.
Pat Biggs, Chair of the Tigard School Board, advised that
the Beard had not tak.en an official position on the
development. She noted the project appeared to present
more positive than negative aspects. She said the
Metzger elementary school was surrounded by commercial
development and advised it was difficult to have a
neighborhood school when there were rio neighbors.
Moving ;he school would not represent a large problem if
that is what the people decide they want.
0 Russ Joki, Superintendent of Tigard p'l_tblis Schools,
advised Metzger Elementary School currently occupies a
9-acre parcel; a similar site sho=uld be found if the
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school is to be moved. A replacement site has not been
identified.
- Dr. Jok i advised that replacement and construction costs
would exceed the value of the existing school. A new
school should have the capacity to accommodate GOO
students. Cost estimates were being prepared for
replacement of the school.
Louise Shaw asked if public hearings were scheduled or,
this issue; she was advised there would be additional
public hearings.
Mrs. Shaw said she supported the project especially with
regard to the reloc,,t ior, and construction of a new
school.
She referred to the success of the Clackamas Town Center
and said she thought this venture could be equally
successful. She said tax increment financing would be
the best method of funding the proposed improvements.
Clifford Epler° advised he recently purchased property on
Ash CreeP.. Ile said that additional improvements to the
transportation system would riot necessarily alleviate the
pressure. Ile explained that new improvements would
attract more people and a larger -traffic draw. Ile agreed
the school should be relocated. Ile cautioned that people
may riot be able to purchase property of equal value
through t-he eminent domain process.
o Judy Ashlock advised she had no comments at this time.
Dr=ug Leach, of Carlson Testing Company, noted the great
success of the Washington Square area. Over 50 houses
ere reriu:-ved when the Square was built; he did riot recall
arty complait-its from those people when they were
relocated. Ile advised he thought Trammell Craw would be
just as accoramodatirig when working with property owners
as Windmar had been when Washington Square was being
developed.
Mr. Leach said the proposal would represent a great
improvement and be an asset to the City of Tigard.
Robin Tippie advised she owned property or, Oak Street;
her property has been for sale for Over a year'. She
advised Trammell Crow had made a fair offer for her
property. She said she supported the project.
Cl Ann Cresswell of Trammell Crew Company read the following
letters for the record
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> A letter from Mr. Fred Fields, President of COE
Company. Mr. Fields expressed support of the project
citing tax-base benefits and additional benefits to
businesses.
> A letter from Architectural Images supporting the
project. The letter advised this was a progressive
proposal which wo=uld provide riew jobs and change the
small-town image of Tigard.
o Jae Adamson advised he had been hearing about proposals
for improvement to the area since 1975. He supported the
project noting it would be an opportunity for Tigard to
implement comprehensive planning for the area. Mr.
Adamson enL-Ou ,aged people to educate themselves aboUt the
process of eminent domain.
r-. Lynn McAtee noted, as a property • owner, he was very happy
about 'the development.
Eric Phifer advised he had n_• comment at this time.
Linda Hedge advised she was a condominium cnwrter; she was
happy to learn her complex would remairs in place. She
noted satisfaction with plans to allow for buffering
between her condominium complex and •the cornmercial
development. She said this project would be an asset to
the co mmuri ity.
Ms. Hedge cautioned people to temper their enthusiasm
somewhat as she felt tax dollars would be needed to
assist with with this project.
Mr. and Mrs. Randy Cul l ir,an supported the project and
were especially pleased at the prospect of improving
safety for the school. It was also noted that the
traffic situation would be improved.
Tim Moore said he lived in the middle of the proposed
redevelopment. He advised he was in favor of the plan.
He said livability in the area was deteriorat irig and
traffic was increasing. He said tie would prefer to see
-the development happen all at orice.
Marjory Hag 1 and, NPO #8, advised that the NPO has
indicated preliminary approval of the pr^oposal. Ms.
Hagland advised one of the merits of the proposal was the
provision of a park since there were no other plans to
add a park. in this area in the near future. In addition
to solving the park and school issues, this project would
address traffic concerns. Ms. Viagland encouraged people
to attend NPO 3 meetings.
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Cornnie Middleton noted she served on the school committee
at Metzger School; the Committee was irs favor of the
( project because of the opportunity to have a new, safe
schoo, 1.
Pat Whiting, Chair of CPO 4, referred to a rnap and
pointed out the area of the CPO to the audience. She
noted that Mr~. Blake would be speaking to the CPO in the
near, future.
Ms. W4iir.ing noted concerns with the development which
would impact the Metzgar single-family/apartment areas.
She cautioned that amenities Such as clean air, open
space and parks should be remembered. In addition, she
noted her concerns for the protection of existing
wildlife. Mr. Blake advised that Trammell Craw has been
working with an environmental liaison to address these
issues.
Ms. Whiting said she was concerned abol.tt noise problems
citing a recent issue with street sweeper noise problems
from the Washington Square area. Additional concerns
included the put-chase of property and relocation of
persons living in the area.
She said she hoped the project's transpor^tat ion plan
would not encourage filtering of through-traffic in
residential ar~eas. She referred to the proposed exits
from 217 and said she felt they were too close to each
other.
Ms. Whiting was concerned with bUilding heights as shown
or, development plans and Suggested they be reduced
because of incompatibility the surrounding one-story
residential ar^eas. She also questioned whether
helicopter pads were being planned for the area.
(after Ms. Whiting's testimony, Mayer Edwards clarified that
the urban renewal district was entirely within City limits.
Ms. Whiting advised that, while residents in the Metzger area
outside the City limits would not be able to vote on the
issue, they would be impacted by the development.
A Trammell Crow representative noted that, in keeping with
the urban growth boundary cc -rrcept, it was important to
increase density to better utilize land.
Jack Steiger advised he was a Tigard business owner as
well as a property owner within the affected ar^ea. He
rioted he was in favor of the project.
Tray Vanderho,af advised he lived within the affected
area. While not happy with the idea of moving, he noted
he supported the project. He said he believed the
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property was more suited for commercial development. He
said he hoped -the development would progress quickly so
residents would be moved ::,ut arid not have to contend with
construction activity.
Ruth McWayne agreed with prior concerns of property
owners over relocation policy. She said it was a good
id--,A t relocate the school proper^ty.
John Wilson advised he was in favor of the project.
Steven Topp said, as a taxpayer of Tigard, he was in
favor of the project. He advised the eminent domain
process would be helpful in preventing people from.
delaying the sale of property by asking for rnore than it
was worth. He said he thought tax increment financing
was a good method for financing of this project. If the
unbar, renewal proposal was riot approved, then he advised
it would be likely that the project would riot be
developed.
Kvrisu International (landscaping contractor) respre-
sentat ive noted they were very much in favor of the
project. He rioted this would be a great enhancement t
the Highway 217 area. He also noted approval of the
treatment of the floodplain area. He said this was a
"high-end project.
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c• Geoff Byler^ noted he had beer, involved with the Metzger
annexation proposal arid noted dissatisfacti.n^, with the
manner in which that arn•,exat ion had been marketed by the
City of Tigard. He said he Pelt Trammell Crow was ar, "up
-front" company and urged that the public relation work be
adequately done to sell the project. He said it shy old
be kept in mind that the City would be dealing with the
lives, homes, and retirement plans of the people in the
area. The threat of condemnation was of concern to there
and they should be treated fairly arid with compassion.
He concluded by saying he thought this Could be a very
positive project.
Frances E{ainham noted concerns that the school site had
riot beer, selected. She reminded everyone that there was
a County park. within Metzger with tennis courts and
picnic grounds.
Mayer Edwards advised that the Metzger park was a direct
result of the development at Washington Square. The
Windmar Corporation provided funding for the park and
continues to contribute towards maintenance. He said
this was ar, indication • •f what a deve 1 _npment Could d• • for
ar, area.
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Mayor Edwards recapped areas of concern he heard during
testimony:
> r^elocat icon --.f the school
> pr•,perty owrier~i receiving a fair price
> res-::~lverrierit of transportation p}^._blerns.
> pr--tecL-ion of wildlife areas
May r^ noted all ccncer^ns exp}^e~;sed were valid and urged
citizens tc, remair, active a•rid tc. keep infc0rrned orr this
prc-.j ect.
Councilor Johnson ric,ted the need for study of the development
plan. She said property purchases should be explicitly
c+Lit1ined. lr+ addition, there was work to be done with the
Schor:1 District in selecting a riew scho ,l site.
Tre;risport at i -n i ss'ses wer^e another area which should be
developed rn 'r^e fully as soon as passible.
Councilor Eadon advised she had nc, ccmments at this time.
C! tlrlCl lc } SchWar^t agree=d c .mments made by the lylcly! •r' and
Councilor Jc.hnsc,n. Fie advised he felt this was a quality
development, but also recc Dgnized there Were concerns and
questions which needed to be rear, l ved. He r,c-t ed the process
would continue to rely heavily r, public input.
l Torn Schwab, Oregon Department of Transpo',^tation, advised he
has had a few c,_-nvc-^sat ic,rs or, the concept .::,f this project.
He said he would be meeti•rig with Trammell Dr-ow
'i^ep-reserrtat ives next week. to take a clc se}^ look at the
prC.P,Dsal. Financing a;sistarce was discussed; several fund
source _pticn ex:,uld need review.
Mayor Edwards thanked the audience for their attendance and urged
them to contact staff with questi-_-ris.
u. ADJOURNMENT: 7:57 p. ro.
Catherine Wheatley, City Reco_n er
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AGENDA
I. Presentation - David Blake
II. Public Comments - Proponents
III. Public Comments - opponents
IV. Questions and Answers
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PRESIDENT'S PARKWAY
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
Two visions for the future of the area around Washington Square and
Lincoln Center:
Vision one:
Continue to do nothing:
* The area is not served by adequate roads for residential
property much less future commercial development.
* Flooding in area causes frequent property damage.
* The Elementary School is on the fringe of its service area.
Children are next to high density commercial development and
under-improved roads with inadequate sidewalks.
* Assessed property values in the area are less than $5,000,000
and are declining due to deterioration of area infrastructure
and traffic.
* Current zoning is checkerboard and does not provide for
maintenance of property values.
Vision Two:
Form a Community Redevelopment District that will provide:
* A workable efficient Greenburg Road/Hwy. 217 interchange.
* An improved Highway 217 that promotes growth to all of
Tigard's businesses and increased property value for its
homes.
* A new Tigard/Metzger Elementary School located in a safe,
central area to the children that attend it.
* A park including jogging paths, lake, waterfront restaurants.
* New local roads and utilities.
* A resolution to the area's flooding and water problems.
* $300,000,000 worth of new construction will be created in the
district. The taxes from this new construction will pay for
the improvements in the district.
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