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TIGARD PLANNING COMMISSION
_ AGENDA
OCTOBER 1, 2007 7:00 p.m.
TIGARD CIVIC CENTER-TOWN HALL T I GARD
13125 SW HALL BOULEVARD
TIGARD, OREGON 97223
7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
7:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
7:02 p.m.
3. COMMUNICATIONS
7:10 p.m.
4. APPROVE MINUTES
7:15 p.m.
5. WORKSHOP WITH TREE BOARD
8:45 p.m.
6. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN-PUBLIC FACILITIES WORKSHOP
9:30 p.m.
7. OTHER BUSINESS
9:35 p.m.
8. ADJOURNMENT
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CITY OF TIGARD
PLANNING COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
October 1, 2007
1. CALL TO ORDER
President Inman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held in the Tigard
Civic Center,Town Hall, at 13125 SW Hall Blvd.
2. ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: President Inman; Commissioners Anderson, Doherty, Fishel,
Hasman, Muldoon, and Walsh
Commissioners Absent: Commissioners Caffall and Vermilyea
Staff Present: Ron Bunch,Assistant Community Development Director;John Floyd,Associate
Planner;Todd Prager,Arborist;Darren Wyss,Associate Planner;Jerree Lewis, Planning
Commission Secretary
3. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS
None
4. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Muldoon, seconded by Commissioner Fishel, to approve the
September 17, 2007 meeting minutes as submitted. The motion was approved as follows:
AYES: Anderson, Caffall, Doherty,Fishel, Hasman,Inman, Muldoon
NAYS: None
ABSTENTIONS: Walsh
EXCUSED: Vermilyea
5. WORKSHOP WITH TREE BOARD
Tree Board members present: Janet Gillis, Dennis Sizemore,Tony Tycer, Kandace Horlings
Tree Board Chair Janet Gillis gave a PowerPoint presentation (Exhibit A) that highlighted
the tasks charged to the Tree Board and the work completed to date. She provided
background information on the project and noted that the proposed policy language reflects
ongoing work of the Board with input from the Polity Interest Team and the community.
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She said the Tree Board is asking for direction and input from the Planning Commission on
the proposed language for tree protection. After the Tree Board receives public comments
and the results of the Metro canopy study, the Board will meet with the Planning
Commission again.
Associate Planner John Floyd advised that there is a perception that the canopy cover in
Tigard is declining and that there is loss of trees. The proposed document looks at flexible
standards and incentive-based standards. There are 3 broad differences between the
proposed language and the current system:
1. The current system is based on numbers (how many you save, how many you
take, caliper inches). There's no qualitative aspect to what we're saving. The new
policies aim for a much more targeted preservation. It looks at things like native
trees, preservation of existing trees over mitigation, and it prioritizes trees based
on performance (e.g., canopy trees, stable trees,long-lived trees, and saving the
cohesive nature of groves).
2. The current Planned Development standards don't work for some of the smaller
infill projects. There needs to be a better way to offer incentives so people will
use it. Also, the Policy Interest Team wants to have mandatory flexible standards
—make people go through an alternatives analysis.
3. The current standards for such things as planter strips and sidewalks aren't very
tree friendly.
Following are questions and comments made during discussion of the draft policy language
(responses are written in italics):
• There isn't a goal specifically relating to diverse species. If we had significant disease
or infestation, how would it be addressed? The number 1 goal is to enlarge, improve, and
sustain a diverse urban forest to maximize the economic, ecological, and social benefits of trees and
other vegetation. It is implied that this concern could be addressed with the language in policies #8
and#15 and action measure #x. Perhaps we could add additional language for this specific issue.
Todd Prager, the City Arborist, will be overseeing selection of diverse trees that are available for public
distribution.
• Is keeping existing trees the primary consideration of the goals? The ideal thing is that
you maintain whatyou have ifyou can, but if trees need to be taken out, there needs to be a plan for
mitigation.
• What about new trees for the future? The word "diverse"in Goal#1 relates to species
diversity as well as age diversity. It's important to talk about mixed-age stands.
• The policy language talks a lot about preservation, but there isn't a sense of looking
forward 100 years. What are we going to plant now that's going to be a heritage tree?
To enlarge, improve, and sustain an urban forest into future is one of the objectives that the City
should have. Soil vaults should also be required for planting trees that will become heritage trees in the
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future. We need to design and engineer the plant's environment in order to make it work. If a
developer wants to go through the expense to do that, there should be some kind of incentive.
• Is there a way to provide links on the City's website for free educational resources?
There are links already on the City's website. Also, action measure #viii talks about educational
materials and programs. Perhaps it could be expanded to say, `Develop and maintain a website that
would have links to resources to assist the community in planting, maintaining and enhancing urban
forests."
• Perhaps we could have special tags on Tigard-approved trees at local garden centers.
Maybe we could expand action measures #viii and#x to talk about that. We could also have
approved tree lists posted on the walls at garden centers.
• With regard to policy #3,what happens after construction? How do we minimize
impacts after everybody is gone? This is where education comes in for the homeowner. It's
not all the developer's responsibility.
• In policy #6, is the idea that we are going to retrofit old neighborhoods, or are we
talking about development moving forward? Primarily, we are talking about new
development and when redevelopment occurs. This is really associated with Clean Water Services
standards and green development practices. Are we going to require green development;
are we talking about water quality? That's one end of the spectrum. The other end could be
just planting parking lot trees.
• How do we implement the language in policy #9 for private lots? The challenge is
when there are changes in ownership. There are things we could do,perhaps bonding on conditions
of approval or through code enforcement. When ownership changes hands, new owners buy the
conditions of approval as well as the property. They have to continue to comply with the conditions
of approval. We can do a lot by just enforcing the policies we already have.
• In policy #17, what is meant by "support"? Does it mean we're financially
obligating ourselves to support community groups? How about the word "embrace"?
We should make the intent of the word clear. Perhaps we could say, `Support through actions and
deeds."
• In policy #19 — "...discourage the sale and propagation...,"what are we obligating
ourselves to and is it legal? As an example, certain nurseries in Portland won't sell English
Ivy. Perhaps we could use the words "through actions and deeds"again. A letter to retailers from
the City Arborist with a list of things the City would like to see and things we don't like could be
one kind of discouragement. When landscape plans are put together for new subdivisions could be a
time for input.
• It seems that policy #19 could be stepping out of what the City could be legally
allowed to do. There are 2 components that could occur here. One is to encourage retailers not
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to sell things, which might not be very realistic. The other is what other cities and counties have
done—make it illegal to plant and propagate certain species. It is actually spelled out in their
municipal codes.
• Maybe there is a way to flip the wording in #19 from the negative (from discourage
to encourage). This is where the website could be helpful on a continuing basis.
• Should policy #21 begin with the words "The City shall..."? Also, should we add
the words "and screening" after "buffering" and should we use the term
"incompatible uses" or "differing land uses"?
• For action measure #ii,what can we require of a developer as far as after
development? All they can really do is educate. We can go back to the transfer of
conditions of approval. When the applicant goes for development approval,would they
have to have an inspection and enforcement program in place before they can get
approval? Perhaps we can get rid of the words `as part of'and put "by"development approval.
We gauge our enforcement program on the requirements of development approval. President
Inman agreed with this. The words "as part of" mean that you have to have it
before approval; the word "by" translates it to after approval.
• In action measure #iii— "inspection and enforcement program for non-
development related tree management"— does this mean private lots? If a
homeowner wanted to take down a tree in their yard,would they have to comply
with the City's landscape standards and tree protection ordinance? There are 3 parts to
this: street trees, sensitive areas, and individual lots. Heritage trees have been protected through
deed restrictions. The Tree Board looked at tree removal ordinances in Lake Oswego, where
removal over a certain number of caliper inches would require a permit;certain species would also
require a permit. Invasive species wouldn't require a permit. The Tree Board has not gotten to
specifics of this action measure yet.
• There are certain fundamentals of action measure #iii that are going to polarize the
community. We need to be very clear what the action measure is intending to do.
Perhaps a future action measure could be "Work with the community to ascertain the future level of
tree regulations."
• What is the end purpose for action measure #v? One would be to go back and learn from
our mistakes—what works, what doesn't. Another would be to work in partnership with other
groups such as Friends of Trees to learn where our problem areas are. There is no kind of
enforcement with this;it's an informational, educational, supporting community program.
• In action measure #vi,why do we want to maintain an inventory of removals? This
would be a part of tree inventories. The inventory is a critical aspect of this whole process. It gives
us a starting point of what we actually have. Updates to the inventory will show fluctuations over
time and will show if the policies are effectively doing what we're tying to accomplish. It will give us
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more tools in the future.
• Is action measure #ix the same as #iv? It's a strong statement to require
consideration of new incentives and penalties. This is where the word incentive is the
strongest in the action measures. The word penalg emerged out of the Policy Interest Team
meetings. The Tree Board talked more about incentives because penalties exist currently. This
might be redundant.
Public Comments
The Planning Commission received comments on the proposed language from members of
the public.
John Frewing— Exhibit B.
Susan Beilke —Exhibit C
Alan DeHarpport—Exhibits D and E
6. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN—PUBLIC FACILITIES WORKSHOP
Associate Planner Darren Wyss presented the draft goals, policies, and action measures for
the Public Facilities and Services chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. He noted that this is
the same process of working with a Policy Interest Team (PIT) and City department review
team to come up with the proposed language. Some of the key principles the PIT came up
with are ensuring that development pays their fair share of infrastructure costs; continued
collaboration and cooperation with partner agencies and districts; striving for efficient
planning and expansion of the infrastructure; protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the
community; and ensuring that appropriate public facilities and services contribute to a
complete community.
During review of the proposed language, the following questions/comments were made
(responses are written in italics):
• Do studies look at Tigard having a role in ownership of purification plants in regional
rivers? Currently, there are 3 feasibility studies in process looking at a long-term water supply—one
is with Lake Oswego, one is with the joint Water Commission, one is the Wilsonville Willamette
River plan. Tigard is looking at their options for finding a long-term water supply for the community.
Some of the options could be joint ownership or providing financial backing for expansion of facilities.
• Commissioner Doherty advised that she sent questions to Wyss earlier in the day.
The questions and answers are included in Exhibit F.
• For action measure #i—does this mean that we will require green,low-impact,
sustainable impact standards? Yes, that was firm the habitat friendly development standards
that the Commission saw last fall that dealt with Goal 5. The standards are currently voluntary and
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the PIT wanted to go a step further in making some of those mandatory. The City currently
follows CWS standards; this could be supplemental if we required additional
standards on top of that. If we required a developer to use pervious asphalt, they may
not get any credit from CWS for doing so. It could be expensive for the developer.
A lot of jurisdictions will give the developer a deduction to keep the costs the same or
somewhat comparable. Staff will re-visit the issue and come up with some alternatives. It was
suggested that we strike the word mandatory or use a combination of action measures#i and#ii.
• In Goal 11.2,would we benefit by staking a claim to a certain portion of the regional
water by being an owner of a purification facility? The City does have groundwater rights,
but because we're in a groundwater limited area, we can only withdraw out of 1 of our 3 groundwater
wells right now. We purchase our water from Portland. Staff is not aware of any other water rights.
In 15-20 years, we do want to be in the position where we have some kind of ownership of our water
supply.
• Would it be a benefit to be an early stakeholder for water in the regional rivers? Yes,
we want to have an interest in the water supply to meet the community's needs. That's what policy
#1 intends. The policies don't seem to have a sense of immediacy. It does not say that
we'll meet the goal by a certain date. Without that specificity, there isn't pressure to
meet the target. This was a priority 15 years ago. The joint Water Commission has not
completed their water study for Washington Cozintyyet. It probably won't be complete for a couple of
years. It would be difficult to assign ayear to the policy.
• We could tell Council that we think this is a high priority, but to put a timeline with
any policy planning is not a good way to go. We could change the language to say, `The
City's priority shall be to secure interest in high-quality, long term water supply..."
• President Inman suggested changing the language to read, "The City shall prioritize
securing an interest in high-quality,long term water supply..."
• The issue of fluoridation was brought up. Could we bring the issue to the voters?
Staff will put an action measure together and email it to the Commission.
• Under stormwater management, should there be an action measure to create an
incentive for people that disconnect from the City's storm water? It's in the incentives,
but just not specific.
• Have we adequately addressed cell phone towers under franchise utilities? And, to
take it a step further, do we have something for emerging technologies? This chapter of
the Comp Plan deals with the land use side of public facilities and services. The Comp Plan deals
with 2 different things—land use regulations and the aspirational side. The PIT didn't discuss the
aspirational side. If the Commission would like, we could add something such as, It is the policy of
the City to provide wireless communication."
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• Isn't this consumer-driven? Yes, and it's also a promotional economic development issue.
• Do we want to deal with more PR and aspirational things, or do we want to stick with
land use issues? We don't want to litter the landscape with towers; collocation is key.
Have other communities given some thought to emerging technologies? The City of
Tigard currently has a pretty strong collocation code for wireless communication. Were pretty strict
about enforcing installation of new wireless facilities. Maybe we should have a wait and
monitor policy for now.
• Should we have a policy for wireless communications that says the City shall manage
the siting of wireless communication facilities to limit the visual impacts or other
kinds of impacts they have on the community?
• Do we have an obligation to the general public to provide wi-fi? Perhaps it would be
appropriate to think about including it in the Downtown master planning.
• There is a perception that any regulatory process in the State has to address the need
for the underserved. We need to be aware of the PUC's regulations.
• Does the Commission want to address any of the issues associated with new or
emerging communication or energy technology to promote access to Tigard residents
and businesses? We should monitor that there's adequate equitable access. Our language should
be flexible enough to handle emerging technologies that come along as it affects the franchising our
rights-of-way, and access. Use the words emerging technology rather than specific terms. Staff
suggested, `The City shall monitor emerging technologies to effectively manage franchise agreements
into the future."
7. OTHER BUSINESS
None
8. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:06 p.m.
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Jerre- 's,Planning Co 'ssion Secretary
AT1 EST: President Jodie Inman
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Joint Meeting of. the
Planning Commission and
Tree Board
October 1, 2007
Background Statement
and Goals, Policies, and
Action Measures
1. History and Context
2. Background Statement
3. Goals, Policies and Action Measures
4. Outstanding Issues
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History and Context
1. Joint meeting with Planning Commission
on December 11, 2006
2. Council tasks the Tree Board with
Comprehensive Tree Protection and
Urban Forest Enhancement Project on
May 22, 2007
3. Language reflects ongoing work with
staff, the public, and Policy Interest
Team
Background Statement
1. Documents historic changes and existing
conditions
2. Discusses the benefit of trees and the
importance of proper management
3. Metro is assisting with a comparative
canopy study utilizing 1996 and 2005
aerial photos. Will be periodically
updated as part of Nature in
Neighborhoods program.
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Goal 1
To enlarge, improve and sustain a
diverse urban forest to maximize
the economic, ecological, and
social benefits of trees and other
vegetation .
Goal 2
To balance the development
needs of the City with the
sensitive use of land through
well-designed urban
development that minimizes the
associated loss of existing trees.
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Policies & Action Measures
1. Total of 18 Policies & 11 Recommended
Action Measures
2. Policies call for flexible and incentive
based tree protection
3. Affects both private and public projects
Outstanding Issues
1. Waiting for Metro to complete 1996/2005
comparative canopy study
2. HBA seeks specific policy language
exempting infrastructure, driveways and
building pads from tree protection &
mitigation standards
3. Recent surge in public comment.
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Next Steps
1. Respond to direction provided by Planning
Commission•
2. Finish consideration of public comments
3. Review / incorporate results of
comparative tree canopy study
4. Present formal recommendation to the
Planning Commission
Post Adoption Activities
1. Develop interim tree protection standards
(if appropriate)
2. Identify and develop Muni and/or
Development Code Amendments
3. Identify and develop planting and
management programs
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FREWING COMMENTS—TIGARD COMP PLAN POLICIES RE
TREES/VEGETATION OCT 1 07
1 Goal 2 should be deleted, it is duplicative. Alternatively, add a goal "to balance
ecological needs of Tigard natural plantings ....".plus other goals for socioeconomic
benefits,etc.
2 Vegetation appears in the title of these materials but is largely omitted in detailed
wording of policies and action measures. It should be included with trees throughout.
EG, in Policy 3,move mention of vegetation to the first line.
3 Policy 4. This policy should encompass more than sensitive lands. To not implement
this policy on all lands is inconsistent with the stated goal.
4 Policy 5. Include the concept that evaluation of tree health shall be done by
independent certified arborists,to avoid the possibility that a decision on tree health
might be influenced by the person hiring the arborist. Require applicants for tree removal
to fund the independent arborist.
5 Policy 19. Include in the policy the development of a list of known invasive plants,
perhaps using the Oregon Dept of Ag list.
6 Action Measures: I, iii and iv should include vegetation in their scope of work as well
as trees.
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COMP PLAN TREE COMMENTS JOHN FREWING SEPT 5,2007
Based on draft material distributed for Tree Board meeting this date.
1 In initial paragraph of Background,should mention how trees also serve to meet Goals for Natural Resources,
Environmental Quality and Economic Health. Mention Goals.
2 In Overview,Para 2,state the scope as`city limits of Tigard'. Make same change throughout.
3 In Overview,Para 2,note that these invasive species detract from meeting tree goals.
4 In Overview,Para 4,it is stated that`most' remaining trees are on sensitive lands. Note the rare nature of some few
remaining stands of large native trees on uplands,and note that they deserve special protection.
5 In Overview,Para 4,note that control of invasives is a matter of ongoing concern,not only concern at the time of site
development. Note that Tigard has not maintained invasives under control on either its own public properties or regulated
invasives on private property.
6 In Overview,Para 6,note that scientific literature supports stream/wetland buffers of as much as 200 feet from actual
stream/wetland areas;CWS,whose rules Tigard currently follows only require a minimum of a 50 foot buffer.
7 In Air and Water Quality,note that many trees and other vegetation in Tigard are in decline because of air quality
conditions,particularly near heavy traffic routes.
8 In Socioeconomic Effects,document the reported fact that trees add 3-7%to property values. I believe it can be much
higher than this.
9 In Proper Management,add discussion of the importance of managing invasives.
10 In Existing Regulatory Environment,add discussion and statistics on the number of enforcement actions and amount
of fines collected regarding trees and vegetation each year for the past five years. State the expenditures and ending
balance of the tree mitigation fund for each of the past five years. Identify specific tree removal mitigation sites in the
city.
11 In Existing Regulatory Environment,note that the city regulates trees on private property ONLY at the time of site
development;little or no action on maintenance of trees at a later date has been taken.
12 Goal 1. Retain language previously reviewed by Tree Board.
13 Proposed Goal 2. Do not adopt.
14 Policy 3. Retain language previously reviewed by Tree Board. Strengthen it by adding definitional words to explain
`minimize'.
15 Policy 6. Retain language previously reviewed by Tree Board.
16 Policy 9. Add the words"including location of sidewalks,driveways,building footprints and other areas where trees
would be removed"
17 Policy 19. Add after reference to the development process the words"and by regulation for times after site
development"to ensure that ongoing attention is paid to trees and vegetation on private property.
18 Policy 20. Add the words`incrementally more protective'in front of the words`tree preservation strategies'to
indicate that these stands are special and require more protection than individual trees.
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John Frewing
From: "John Frewing" <jfrewing @teleportcom>
To: "John Floyd"<Johnfl @tigard-or.gov>
Sent: Thursday, September 06, 2007 7:15 AM
Subject: Tree Board Meeting Last Night
John,
I just want to commend you on your presentation and discussion last night at the Tree Board. You properly tried
to keep the discussion on point—this is the Tree Board, and issues such as housing density, transportation,
population,zoning, etc are properly discussed in their own sections of the Comp Plan. No harm in mentioning or
referencing them, but this section is about trees.
I think the word'efficient'was removed from your Goal 2 which was proposed last night, but wanted to document
my concern about that word. If'efficient'means'cost effective',then it will always be most cost effective to
remove all trees from a development site and I don't think this is the preference of Tigard citizens or the Tree
Board. If'efficient'means'least difficulty',the same situation will exist. This word raises the question of'efficient'
for whom—efficient for the developer is one thing (probably meaning removal of all trees), and efficient for long
term community health is something else. I think the word 'efficient'should be stricken from your Goal 2 which
was proposed last night. Using the term'balance with development needs of the city'at least allows the city to
say what its development needs are, rather than rely on whatever the developers say their needs are. In this
regard, I would ask you to look again at what the people of Tigard expressed as their highest priority in terms of
livability—protection and enhancement of trees and natural resources.
I am somewhat concerned that while the comments of Venture Properties, received by you on Sept 4, were
distributed to the Tree Board, the comments of Sue Beilke, which were emailed to you on I think Sept 1,were
not. Could you make sure that Sue's comments get to the Tree Board? Of course I am disappointed that the six
developer representatives barged right in to the discussion and the meeting was spent almost totally on their
concerns and none on my comments submitted last night, I understand the need to hear all view points—just
wish they would appear at sometime other than the last point in preparation of the comp plan language. I hope
that on Sept 19, there will be a way to balance the discussion so that equal time is given to all points of view.
I am somewhat concerned about the heavy reliance on the canopy maps which seem to be part of the emerging
comp plan material on trees. It has been said that these maps will show individual trees. I wonder to what extent
they can delineate other vegetation, such as a hazelnut tree with its many sprouts. Strictly, a'tree'is defined as a
single stem plant with more than 6"DBH trunk, and I think that consideration of the amount and type of other
vegetation is an important part of the health of Tigard's urban forest Do the canopy maps distinguish certain
invasive plants like Himalyan blackberries and invasive tall grasses? It would be wrong to simply say that since
vegetation shows on the photos, that it is'trees'.
The idea from developers of exempting the areas of dedicated public streets/sidewalks and housing footprints is a
bad one. It takes away any incentive to minimize the loss of trees by adjusting the location of these
developments. Your staff position is correct.
In the proposed Goal 1, some discussion last night was centered on eliminating the word'existing'. I read this
sentence to refer to the 2007 canopy, not some continuing status of tree canopy. In fact, deleting it makes the
sentence seem to refer to whatever tree canopy exists at the time of reading. In reality, people know that this
document was written in 2007, so maybe substituting the term 2007'would be most dear. In this same Goal 1,
there was some concern by developers about using the word'enlarge'. I think this word is fine—it expresses the
values of the people of Tigard as stated in 2006.
At the end of the meeting, there was some informal discussion about the need for a"mixed age"urban forest.
This makes sense to me. It doesn't make sense to keep each and every old/big tree at the expense of planting
new trees which in some years will be old/big. But to make this happen over large spaces in Tigard, it seems to
make more important to develop some kind of regulation for removal and replanting of trees at any time
(particularly in years after site development)on private land—this doesn't exist today. Today, regulation is
centered on trees on private land AT THE TIME OF SITE DEVELOPMENT ONLY. Thus, there needs to be some
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rules on private land which encourage the planting and retention of growing trees all the time. It is not clear that
as currently drafted, the comp plan policies ensure that such code provisions will be developed. Could the Tree
Board discuss this at its next meeting?
Finally, you indicated that you apparently have completed the comparison of tree provisions in a variety of cities
codes. How can I get a copy of this comparison??
Would you please be so kind as to forward this note to members of the Tree Board?? I don't have all their emails.
Thanks again for your sustained work on this project.
John Frewing
10/1/07
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October 1, 2007
Tigard Planning Commission
City of Tigard
RE: Comments on Tigard Tree Board&work to date on Comprehensive Plan,Draft Goals
and Policies and Management and Preservation of Trees and other vegetation concepts, etc.
Below are our comments on current efforts by the Tree Board and Tigard staff to update the
goals, etc. of the Comprehensive Plan regarding trees, local forests, etc. The Biodiversity
Project of Tigard is a local, all volunteer-citizen run group dedicated to the protection and
conservation of the natural resources in Tigard, in particular rare and State and Federal listed
fish,wildlife,and vegetation, including locally unique or declining species. We have been
conducting surveys in Tigard for the past fifteen years and have identified and worked toward
the protection and conservation of such species/vegetation communities including the rare and
declining Western Pond Turtle, and the oak/camas prairie habitat.
Over the past fifteen years, Tigard has seen rapid and uncontrolled growth throughout the
area, resulting in an immense lost of the biological diversity that existed originally. In
particular, we have lost to date almost ALL of our upland forests, such as those that existed
on Bull Mountain and in other parts of Tigard,to development that has in many cases not
even left one tree of the forest that previously existed on a site. This deforestation in Tigard
has resulted in a huge loss of native vegetation, native songbirds, loss of amphibians such as
the State listed Northern red-legged frog, and other species. The red-legged frog depends on
uplands forests to survive, since it spends most of its time away from water for its life
requirements. Some forested sites, such as the 3+ acre Dorothy Gage property off Durham
road that was clearcut this past March of 2007, contained one of the most diverse small forests
left in our city,with Oregon ash, oak, maple,willow, Douglas fir, and hawthorne on the site.
It was home to a diverse wildlife population including a resident pair of Cooper's hawk which
nested on the site every year. All is now gone, the developer left 2 trees,and called the
development the Gage Forest,as a way of insulting our city and the citizens who care
about our community and our natural resources.
So,where do we go from here? What is to be done regarding the current lack of
protection for our forests, our fish, our wildlife? How can we save what is left so that we
do not lose any more of our natural resources and so that we can leave something for
future generations to enjoy and cherish? How do we better protect water and air
quality through forest protections?
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Our general recommendations are as follows:
• Goals, policies, etc. that address Trees and Forests, etc. SHOULD also be developed
under the Natural Resources Section of the Comprehensive Plan, Goal 5, in order to
adequately address the values and functions they provide to wildlife,water quality, etc,
and to make sure they are protected and conserved for the future. Trees and forests are a
crucial part of our biological diversity and if only addressed under the Goal 2, Community
Design section of the Comp. Plan, will not be adequately addressed as far as protection,
conservation,etc.
• Before we can go any further in the Comprehensive Plan process, we MUST conduct an
inventory of all of our trees, forests,etc. in Tigard, in order to adequately and effectively
meet the Comprehensive Plan goals, needs, etc. Without an up to date inventory we do
not have the information necessary to develop goals, policies and action measures; a
current inventory will give us information on species of trees in our city,numbers and size
remaining, acreage of all forests left, plant communities left and their condition, invasive
species present,etc.
• Once an inventory is completed, all data should be mapped so that we can visually see
what is remaining, location,etc.
• The new updated Comprehensive Plan MUST provide standards and programs that protect
trees and forests in Tigard to the highest degree possible,and which must also have a
sound legislative basis.
Draft Goals,Policies,etc. and recommendations:
Goals:
Include new goals including:
• 1) To increase the biological diversity of Tigard's native trees and forests in
order to help protect and conserve fish and wildlife species and their habitats.
• 2) To prevent any further loss of native trees and forests through the purchase
of remaining undeveloped lands.
• We object to any deletion of the words"Protect/ Preserve" in statements regarding trees
and tree protection. The words"steward and stewardship"have now been inserted and
these do not convey the same meaning and are more ambiguous. Citizens want the
strongest protections possible for our trees and forests.
For example,there was an original goal that stated: "Protect and enhance the environmental
&aesthetic contribution of trees and other vegetation." It was changed to"To enlarge,
improve and sustain...."; we object to the word"sustain". Again, we do not believe this
word offers adequate"protection" for the resource(s)and we would like to see it changed
back to"protect" in order to make sure the language is strong in nature and ensures statewide
planning goals for natural resources are met and that Tigard's trees are conserved into the
future.
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• Certain members of the development community have recently made attempts to weaken
the Tree Board's efforts to protect trees by insisting on including language in some goals
that would actually make things worse here in Tigard. Words such as "balance"have
been suggested to be included. We strongly object to any weakening of current efforts to
protect trees, etc. and must point out here that there is no "balance" here currently and
there never has been. Tigard has already lost most of its forests, so the"balance" is
already toward pro-growth as everyone knows, and any efforts to make the current state of
affairs even worse will be met with strong objections and legal actions if necessary.
Policies:
We strongly recommend the following policies be added to those developed by the Tree
Board.
• The city shall increase the number of native trees and forest acreage through
purchase of remaining undeveloped lands throughout the city.
• The city shall only allow development when a developer can show that the loss of
trees,forests,etc.will not have a negative impact on the wildlife that occupy areas to
be developed. "Negative impact"is defined as"no loss of nesting habitat,food,
cover,etc."
• The City shall manage trees and forests,etc.so that they provide the greatest
biological diversity possible.
• The City shall manage trees and forests in order to adequately meet the needs of and
protect and conserve the fish and wildlife that occupy those forests,including the
State listed Northern red-legged frog,Western pond turtle,etc.
• The City shall develop"special status" protections for rare habitats,including
Oak/Camas prairies, in order to protect and enhance remaining rare habitats and
the species that are found on these sites.
We wish to thank everyone on the Tree Board and the Planning Commission for all their
efforts on behalf of Tigard's trees, forests, etc. in developing goals,policies, etc. for the future
that will protect and enhance Tigard's natural resources.
Sincerely,
•
Susan Beilke,Director
The Biodiversity Project of Tigard
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October 1,2007
To: Tigard Planning Commission
Fr: Alan DeHarpport
Re: Tree Ordinance Revisions
Along with HBA's Ernie Platt, Al Jeck from Alpha Community Development and Ken Gertz from Gertz Fine
Homes, I attended a planning commission workgroup on November 6, 2006 at 7:00pm. At that time, we addressed
the Comission about our concerns with the current ordinance and looked forward to participating in the revision
process to create a more fair and balanced tree code for those sites with trees and zoned for development. We also
spoke with two members of the tree board about becoming more involved with the revisions to the tree code,which
was welcomed. At the meeting the Commission voted to delay the vote on adopting the revisions presented by the
tree board, and the task was ultimately sent to you in long range planning.
I have spoken to many developers,builders, engineers,planners, arborists, real estate brokers, and landscapers who
all share the same concerns about the current tree ordinance. These businesses have made significant investments in
City infrastructure in the form of streets, sidewalks, utilities, and landscaping. They have also made expensive tree
mitigation payments to the City as part of their development requirements. Prior to leaving the City, Arborist Matt
Stine advised that there were no public lands left within the City limits to plant trees for mitigation. Consequently,
fee in lieu of mitigation payments cannot currently be used to plant trees since there are no public lands available
for planting. In essence,the ordinance now imposes a de facto penalty to develop property with trees specifically
zoned for development. This results in a fee that cannot currently be used, which is most impractical. It should also
be noted that the underlying property owner indirectly pays for the mitigation fees since developers generally hire
arborists to determine the number of caliper inches on a site with development potential prior to purchasing the
property in an effort to determine the cost of tree mitigation. Once the amount is determined, the purchase price to
the owner is reduced by the amount of the mitigation fees required to be paid to the City. On those properties where
few trees exist the fees are nominal. However, on properties where many trees exist that must be cut in order to
meet zoning requirements,the fees(and therefore the decrease in property values)can amount to hundreds of
thousands of dollars.
There is no question that trees are an asset to the community as a whole and should be preserved when it is feasible.
However, with current City development requirements it is often difficult to save more than about 15%to 20%of
trees on site at best. It is sometimes impossible to save any trees if they are all located within required right of way
dedications and building pads. The current ordinance imposes mitigation requirements if more than just 25%if the
caliper inches are removed even though 80%of the property must be cleared and graded to create roads and
building pads. Based on these concerns,we hope to come up with a fair and balanced revision to the current
ordinance that does not result in exorbitant mitigation fees applied to property owners with land zoned for
development. At the same time, we also recognize that preserving and planting as many trees as possible in
locations where they can be saved and planted creates a more livable community and should be promoted.
Our recommendation is simple: exempt tree mitigation from required street right of ways and building pads for new
structures.
We look forward to discussing these concerns in further detail and getting additional input from all of the
stakeholders including,the tree board,the environmental community,Tigard's citizens, arborists, landscapers,
owners of properties zoned for future development, and the City planning and engineering staff. In a coordinated
effort, I am sure we can improve the current ordinance and at the same time save trees when possible.
Alan DeHarpport
Roundstone Development
9550 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy
Beaverton, OR 97005
Alan DeHarpport
9550 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy
Beaverton, OR 97005
(503) 709-2277
August 13, 2007
John Floyd
Long Range Planning
City of Tigard
13125 SW Hall Blvd
Tigard, OR 97223
Re: Tree Policy Interest Team Recommended Goals, Policies, and Action Measures
Dear John,
As the nominated Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland liaison, I want to thank
you for keeping me posted regarding the Tree Policy Interest Team meetings of July 18,27 and
31'. I apologize for not being able to attend the meetings. The developer/builder community has
a great deal of interest in the proposed language for the draft goals,policies, and action measures.
I have addressed each item of interest below using the same format provided(proposed changes
in bold underline,proposed deletions stEtiekketigh,my notes are in italics).
I believe that the goals should acknowledge that Tigard's growth rate will continue to put pressure
on available lands for development and as those lands develop existing trees will be removed and
new trees planted. Growth will continue to have impacts on existing trees. The population of
Tigard has almost doubled from approximately 25,000 in 1990 to about 47,000 today. That's an
average annual growth rate of around 2.5%. The draft goals seem to imply that Tigard's mission
is to save every existing tree and discourage development, which is surely not the view of many
interested parties both within City Hall as well as within Tigard's business community. While
some environmentally driven citizens undoubtedly feel that all development is"bad", I believe
there is a larger group of citizens who feel that a balance between growth and tree preservation
should be struck. Saving every existing tree is an enviable goal for any community, but to
eliminate the word "growth" from Policy 2 seems very detached from reality. Let's face it, we
live in one of the fastest growing communities in the country.
I would like the tree board and the PIT to weigh in and provide feedback on the following goal
and policy language, which I drafted.
DRAFT GOALS
1. To balance the ongoing population growth and development of the City with the
environmental community's desire Ito enlarge and improve the urban tree canopy and other
vegetative cover to obtain a balance between economic vitality and the economic, ecological,
and social benefit of trees and other vegetation.
2. To avoid prevent a net loss of trees while accommodating the City's ongoing
population growth and the achievement of other goals of the City.
John Floyd
August 13,2007
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DRAFT POLICIES
1. No changes to the July 31 revision. I do have a question, though. Is the inventory going
to be done by the City arborist or private party? If the latter, is this in the budget?
2. No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
3. The City shall require all development to minimize impacts on existing trees and
associated vegetation to be retained as part of the City development approval process
before, during and after construction. Removal of trees shall be mitigated, with priority
preference given to the preservation of existing trees over mitigation.
4.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
5. The City shall address public safety concerns by ensuring ways to prevent and resolve
verified tree related hazards verified by a certified arborist in a timely manner.
6. For properties that have future development potential,regulations exist in the City
Development Code that require dedication ofpublic rights-of-way for public amenities
including streets,sidewalks,planter strips,and bike lanes. In addition,regulations exist
within the City development code that require clearing to accommodate structures on
building sites on properties zoned for future development. Therefore,Tthe City shall
not require tree mitigation of for
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and for the clearing of building footprints as required by the City Development Code.
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Note: Understanding this is going to be controversial, I propose to offer both options to
planning commission and voice both sides of the issue at the public hearings in front of
planning commission and city council.
7.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
8.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
9.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes. We have to do this already.
10.Note: I'm not sure you really want to say this here. Typically, the City has developers
and builders install the street trees. Please clarify if the intent is to have the City require
developers and builders to plant trees, or if the intent is truly to have the City do the planting.
11.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
12. The City shall protect and preserve trees and other vegetation when it designs and
constructs public works projects. Mitigation and restoration of removed vegetation shall
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occur as required by the City Development Code.
13.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
14.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
15.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
16.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
17.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
18.No changes to 7/31/07 proposed changes.
19.Note: This one confuses me. In the italic text at the bottom, it says "the City should
actively promote, rather than just encourage, the use and retention of these plants. " The
policy suggests removal of these invasive species. Is this a typo? Also, do we have a list of
what's considered "invasive"?
20. Enhance the cohesive quality of tree groves as required by the
City Development Code.
Note:I have a couple of thoughts here. Beaverton actually inventoried and assigned
numbers to each Significant Grove of trees located within the City limits. Property owners
where SG's were proposed were notified that their properties were being considered for SG
status, and public hearings were held. Personally, I think this is a much better way of
John Floyd
August 13,2007
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handling this issue since there is not definition of a "tree grove". Is that 3 trees? 30 trees?
100 trees? I think this section definitely needs work If it's linked to the Development Code
and the Development Code identifies SG's, then there is a clear and objective path to follow
for anyone interested in purchasing properties where SG's are located
21. Note: "Require"seems a bit strong here to me. Broad spreading trees typically require
larger areas of exposed soil beneath them, which is not typically conducive to parking areas.
If the goal is to buffer properties that do not share the same zoning,perhaps something like
this: "Promote the use of broad spreading trees and vegetation that will create or
preserve vegetative buffers between adjacent properties that do not share the same
zoning."
RECOMMENDED ACTION MEASURES
1. No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
2. No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
3. No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
4. The City shall dDevelop,end--implement, and Feefuife promote consideration of
enhanced-regulations,standards,penalties and incentives that will may to-allow
developers to transfer density, seek variances or adjustments, or utilize the Type 3
Manned Ddeveloprnent procedure to allow for habitat-friendly design standards,
preserve trees and/or maintain natural open space."
Note: I believe there are potential legal issues for this one as originally drafted The
Type 3 process was always intended to be an alternative process that the applicant
could choose to implement. It was never intended to be a requirement that all
applicants be forced to submit a Type 3 alternative plan. My understanding is that if
an application meets the approval criteria set forth in the zoning code, state law
requires that the jurisdiction approve it. Perhaps a clarification from the City
attorney is needed
5. No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
6 No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
7. No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
8. No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
9. No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
10. No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
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11. No changes to 7/27/07 recommended changes.
Again, I want to thank you for continuing to keep me posted during this process. The
developer/builder community's highest priority is to exempt mitigation from public rights
of way and building pads for property zoned for future development. As I have
mentioned before, requiring mitigation for improvements required by the City's own
Development Code is a punitive policy that decreases property values on developable
parcels with trees. I look forward to working with you and the Policy Interest Team in
creating a balanced approach to tree preservation in Tigard.
Yours truly,
Alan DeHarpport
John Floyd
August 13,2007
Jerree Lewis- Re: Questions on Public lities and Services Report Page 1
From: Darren Wyss
To: Lewis, Jerree
Date: 10/1/2007 12:15:44 PM
Subject: Re: Questions on Public Facilities and Services Report
Jerree,
Can you please forward this to all of the Planning Commissioners. Thanks.
Darren Wyss
Associate Planner/GIS
Long Range Planning Division
City of Tigard
503-718-2442
>>> <Mdohertyor @aol.com> 09/30 1:24 PM >>>
Hi Darren--thought I'd ask these questions rather than waste time on Monday-
1. pg 3--1.A. Is there a formula used to determine the developers"fair
share"of costs?
Answer: Yes. The current process uses Clean Water Services Design and Construction Standards to
determine the stormwater infrastructure needed for new development. At that point, the developer will
normally pay for and construct the required infrastructure. If they choose not to or cannot construct the
required infrastructure, they pay a System Development Charge that is calculated based on the Clean
Water Services Rates and Charges (Resolution and Ordinance No. 07-31).
2. pg 4-With all the press the Water Board has been getting lately
regarding their fight with the City, do they have any say, power or input on the Comp
Plan or the water supply and distribution?
Answer: The Tigard Water Board, which represents the interests of unincorporated Washington County
residents who are within the Tigard Water Service Area, has had the opportunity to participate on the
Policy Interest Teams. The proposed policies within the Comp Plan update address the need for proper
planning, funding, and protection of the water supply infrastructure. The disagreement with the City and
the other members of the Intergovernmental Water Board (City of Durham, City of King City, at-large-
member) is over ownership of assets and some transactions that were recently made. The IGWB
advises the Tigard City Council on issues relating to rate setting and water supply, so yes, the Tigard
Water Board does have a voice in water supply issues.
3. pg 5-Is the availability of water a serious consideration when a planned
development or development application comes in ?
Answer: Yes, Tigard Public Works coordinates with developers to ensure adequate supply and pressure
is available and the Engineering Dept coordinates the connection location, pipe size, and any needs to
extend infrastructure to property boundaries.
4. pg 6-10. What kinds of activities would fall under this policy?
Answer: Personal wells in the vicinity of ASR wells could possibly lead to their contamination. The City
has spent a significant amount of financial resources on the ASR program and wants to protect their
investment. Secondly, certain types of connections to the water infrastructure (i.e. irrigation systems)
need to have a backflow device to ensure no possibility of contamination.
5. References to annexation..does this mean that an area that is governed
by the Washington County Planning Commission must be a part of the COT to get
water and sewer services?
Jerree Lewis- Re: Questions on Publi cilities and Services Report Page 2
Answer: No, the City of Tigard would not be providing stormwater/wastewater servies to a development
that is not contiguous to the City. If the development is contiguous and would need to connect to City
owned stormwater or wastewater infrastructure, then we would require annexation. This is based on the
equity principle that if you are receiving City services, you should be paying your fair share (i.e. City
taxes).
6. pg 11--Key Findings--is an insurance rating of 2 good? What scale do
they use?
Answer: Yes, a rating of 2 is excellent. The Insurance Services Office uses a rating system of 1 (superb
protection)to 10 (no protection). There are no ratings of 1 in Oregon and only 50 nationwide, and 15
communities in Oregon have a rating of 2.
That's it...for awhile there you probably thought I had a question on every
page!
See you Monday-
Margaret
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Tigard Planning Commission - Roll Call
Hearing Date: /0 +1— 0 7
Starting Time: I J IA_
COMMISSIONERS: V Jodie Inman (President)
Tom Anderson
Rex Caffall
Margaret Doherty
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/ Karen Fishel
/ Stuart Hasman
Matthew Muldoon
Jeremy Vermilyea
David Walsh
STAFF PRESENT:
Dick Bewersdorff Tom Coffee
Gary Pagenstecher ✓ Ron Bunch
Cheryl Gaines John Floyd
Emily Eng Duane Roberts
Kim McMillan Sean Farrelly
Gus Duenas v Darren Wyss
Phil Nachbar
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TO: Planning Commission
FROM: John Floyd, Associate Planner
RE: Joint Meeting with the Tigard Tree Board
DATE: September 24, 2007
PURPOSE OF JOINT MEETING
At the October 1" Planning Commission meeting, the Tree Board will present Concepts:Management
of Trees and Other Vegetation, a draft background statement accompanied by goals, policies, and
recommended action measures that will form a portion of the upcoming Land Use Chapter Update.
The purpose of the joint meeting is to provide the Planning Commission a "midpoint" opportunity
to review and discuss the draft legislative document with the Tree Board and staff. The intended
outcome of the meeting would be a consensus on the direction and content of the draft goals,
policies,and action measures that will be brought before the Planning Commission later this fall.
Staff is available to answer any questions that you may have leading up to the joint meeting, and we
encourage you to call or email. Please direct questions to Associate Planner John Floyd at 503-718-
2429 or jfloyd@tigard-or.gov
BACKGROUND
The draft goals, policies, and action measures are intended to reflect the community's values and
aspirations for land use planning. They also aim to organize and coordinate the relationships
between people, land, resources, and facilities to meet the current and future needs of Tigard.
The content of the draft legislative document is based on the following:
1 Tigard Beyond Tomorrow Visioning Process
1 Community surveys over the past several years
❑ Tigard 2007 Resource Report
1 Research performed by Long Range Planning Staff
1 Regular meetings of the Tigard Tree Board
1 Policy Interest Team meetings of July 18 and 25
The opinions expressed by the Policy Interest Team (PIT) remain in agreement with the Tree
Board and the professional opinion of staff on all but one issue. This point of divergence generally
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revolves around the matter of flexible design standards and how they are to be implemented. The
PIT expressed a desire for the mandatory consideration of project alternatives and flexible
development standards by decision makers. These include strategies such as density transfer,
planned developments, and/or adjustments and variances. Staff is concerned that including policy
language that requires mandatory alternatives analysis and/or the use of planned development
standards would not be consistent with ORS 197.307 that requires the use clear and objective
approval standards. As a result staff recommends the City encourage but not require consideration
of alternative regulatory strategies.
Staff has also received considerable public input in recent weeks, particularly from the
development community. Due to the late arrival of the commentary, the Tree Board has not had
adequate time to fully consider and address all comments received prior to the joint meeting.
Outstanding comments generally revolved around three themes: (1) the need for a more detailed
inventory of trees and tree canopy; (2) whether or not Tigard needs more trees; and (3) the level
of protection and mitigation required for residential projects. In anticipation of these questions,
Staff has been cooperating with Metro for several months regarding a comparative tree canopy
study utilizing new software and a greater level of detail than presently exists on our GIS
database.
DEFINITIONS
Included below are some definitions that may be helpful to your review:
Goal
Definition - A general statement indicating a desired end or the direction the City will follow to
achieve that end.
Obligation -The City cannot take action which violates a goal statement unless:
1.Action is being taken which clearly supports another goal.
2.There are findings indicating the goal being supported takes precedence (in the particular case)
over another.
Policy
Definition - A statement identifying Tigard's position and a definitive course of action. Policies are
more specific than goals. They often identify the City's position in regard to implementing goals.
However, they are not the only actions the City can take to accomplish goals.
Obligation - The City must follow relevant policy statements when amending the Comprehensive
Plan, or developing other plans or ordinances which affect land use such as public facility plans, and
zoning and development standards or show cause why the Comprehensive Plan should be amended
consistent with the Statewide Land Use Goals. Such an amendment must take place following
prescribed procedures prior to taking an action that would otherwise violate a Plan policy.
However, in the instance where specific plan policies appear to be conflicting, the City shall seek
solutions which maximize each applicable policy objective within the overall context of the
Comprehensive Plan and Statewide Goals. As part of this balancing and weighing process, the City
shall consider whether the policy contains mandatory language (e.g., shall, require) or more
discretionary language (e.g., may, encourage).
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Recommended Action Measures
Definition -A statement which outlines a specific City project or standard which,if executed,would
implement goals and policies. Recommended action measures also refer to specific projects,
standards, or courses of action the City desires other jurisdictions to take in regard to specific issues.
These statements also define the relationship the City desires to have with other jurisdictions and
agencies in implementing Comprehensive Plan goals and policies.
Obligation - Completion of projects, adoption of standards, or the creation of certain relationships
or agreements with other jurisdictions and agencies, will depend on a number of factors such as
citizen priorities, finances, staff availability, etc.
The City should periodically review and prioritize recommended action measures based on
current circumstances, community needs and the City's goal and policy obligations. These
statements are suggestions to future City decision-makers as ways to implement the goals and
policies. The listing of recommended action measures in the plan does not obligate the City to
accomplish them. Neither do recommended action measures impose obligations on applicants who
request amendments or changes to the Comprehensive Plan. The list of recommended action
measures is not exclusive. It may be added to, or amended, as conditions warrant.
Attachment: Concepts: Management and Preservation of Trees and Other Vegetation
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Concepts: Management and Preservation of Trees and Other Vegetation
Background Statement and Goals, Policies, and Action Measures
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Working Draft of October 1, 2007
BACKGROUND
Statewide Planning Goal 2: Community Design - Trees and Other Vegetation
Overview: Vegetation and its Importance
Trees and other types of vegetation are integral to the quality of Tigard's urban and natural
environments. Vegetation is valuable for its aesthetic qualities and contribution to air and
water quality, stormwater retention, soil stability, and wildlife habitat. When appropriately
used, trees can moderate temperatures by providing shade and windbreaks. Native and
ornamental vegetation is also essential to the quality of the city's public realm including
streets, parks and open spaces by providing a comfortable and aesthetic setting that provides
habitat, increases property values, enhances community attractiveness and investment, and
promotes human health and well-being. Trees and vegetation provide variation in color,
texture, line and form that softens the hard geometry of the built environment.
Much of the native vegetation in Tigard's City Limits and Urban Services Area (TUSA) has
been displaced, first by agriculture and logging in the 19`'' century, and more recently by
increasingly dense urban development. Competition from introduced invasive species such
as English ivy, reed canary grass, and Himalayan blackberries has made it difficult for
remaining native plant communities to thrive. However, many areas of environmentally
significant vegetation still remain within the City Limits and TUSA. These natural resource
sites include vegetation on steep slopes, within stream corridors, and along the Tualatin
River, Fanno Creek and their tributaries, flood plains and wetlands.
Tigard has many mature and outstanding native and non-native trees planted when the area
was rural country-side in the latter half of the 19th and early 20.`''.centuries. Additional trees
were planted during the period of large lot residential subdivision development from the late
1940's through the 1970's, many of which survive to this day. The presence of mature trees
lends to Tigard's sense of place and identity, increases the value of residential properties
containing mature trees, and contributes to the overall economic prosperity of the
community.
Tree groves within Tigard's City Limits and Urban Services Area include coniferous and
mixed deciduous/coniferous stands of trees. The area's remaining forested areas and tree
groves are located mostly on steep hillsides, in or near wetlands, riparian corridors, and
floodplains.
The Tigard area has both emergent wetlands, where grasses are the dominant plant
community, and forested wetlands, which are dominated by trees and woody vegetation.
Trees and other types of vegetation are essential for wetlands and stream corridors to
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perform the important natural functions of stormwater storage, improvement of water
quality, erosion control, ground water recharge, and fish and wildlife habitat.
Stream corridors are located throughout the Tigard area, and exist as a defining feature of
Tigard's landscape. Vegetation within stream corridors lessens downstream flooding and
benefits water quality by slowing runoff, preventing erosion, and filtering pollutants. Also,
stream corridors provide vegetated corridors necessary for wildlife habitat, including travel
and nesting. The presence of trees within stream corridors is a significant enhancement.
Trees provide the shade necessary to maintain consistent water temperatures necessary for
healthy stream ecology. Additionally, trees supply leaves and woody debris that improve
channel stability, provide habitat structure, and contribute to a healthy food chain.
In addition to natural areas, ornamental landscaping and street tree plantings exist on private
and public property. This type of vegetation enhances the aesthetic character of Tigard
and provides other benefits such as shade, wildlife habitat, enhanced property values, and
buffering and screening between different types of land uses.
Urban Heat Island Effect
Buildings and paving, combined with low canopy and soil cover, increase the ambient
temperature within urbanized areas. This phenomenon is also known as the urban heat
island effect. According to research assembled by the USDA Forest Service in its
publication Western Washington and Oregon Community Tree Guide: Benefits, Costs and Strategic
Planning,for every 1°F increase in temperature within a city, there is a corresponding 1-2%
increase in demand for electricity. Beyond additional strain on the power grid, warmer
temperatures in urbanized areas have other implications By increasing energy production,
fossil fuel power plants increase their level of CO2 production and cooling water
consumption, the level of municipal water consumption, creates unhealthy ozone levels, and
threatens human health through increased risks of heatstroke and disease.
In contrast, the presence of trees and greenspace within individual building sites may lower
ambient air temperatures by as much as 5°F as compared to outside the greenspace. A
. robust urban forest can extend this effect across the city, modifying the urban climate and
conserving building energy use through the provision of shade, the natural process of
transpiration (converting moisture to water vapor, resulting in a cooling effect), and wind
speed reduction which reduces the infiltration of outside air into climate controlled spaces.
Air and Water Quality
Air and water quality are also enhanced by the presence of trees and other vegetation. Plants
absorb gaseous pollutants (e.g. ozone, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide) through leaf
surfaces, intercept particulate matter (dust, ash, pollen, smoke, diesel exhaust) dangerous to
the health of human lungs, and release of oxygen through photosynthesis. In addition, lower
air temperatures created through shade and transpiration reduces ozone levels and
hydrocarbon emissions from energy production, and slows the evaporation of gasoline from
leaky fuel tanks and worn hoses (a principal component of smog).
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A healthy urban forest also reduces the amount of water runoff and pollutant loading.
Leaves and branches intercept and store rainfall, thereby reducing runoff volumes and
delaying the onset of peak flows. Root growth and decomposition of fallen leaves and
branches increases the capacity and rate of soil infiltration by rainfall and reduces overland
flow. Additionally, tree canopies and other types of vegetative cover reduces soil erosion by
diminishing the impact of raindrops and surface water flow on barren surfaces
Socioeconomic Benefits
Views of trees and nature from homes, hospitals and places of employment provide
restorative experiences that ease mental fatigue and facilitate healing. Desk workers with a
view of nature report lower rates of sickness and greater satisfaction with their jobs when
compared to similar workers with no view. Additionally, nature within cities appears to have
a calming and restorative effect that reduces both short and long term stress to the body and
mind. People in general show less stress response if they've had a recent view of trees and
vegetation, and hospitalized patients with views of nature need less medication, sleep better,
and have a better outlook than patients without connections to nature.
According to research compiled by the USDA Center for Urban Forest Research, when
given a choice consumers were willing to pay more to shop and live in areas containing trees
and other vegetation in comparison to those without. In one study shoppers reported
longer and more frequent trips to well landscaped business districts, and were willing to pay
more for goods and services within those districts. Similarly, studies suggest that large and
well-maintained trees in residential areas can enhance "curb appeal" by as much as 3-7%
when comparing the sales price of properties with trees and similar properties without.
Importance of Proper Management
Like other pieces of urban infrastructure, the urban forest requires active management and
upfront investment to maximize long-term benefits and reduce costs to both the City and
property owners. Examples of proper planning and management include the construction
and use of appropriately sized planter strips and tree wells, the watering and proper pruning
of new trees to ensure good health and structure, and the planting and/or retention of tree
species and cultivars demonstrating growth characteristics appropriate for the location and
use.
New trees require regular watering, pruning and care to survive, thrive and avoid the
development of poor structure. For existing trees, development activity may result in the
location of people and property near trees in poor condition. Attention to both planting and
retention is important as trees with poor structure or health are at greater risk of failure and
can threaten both life and property. An improperly chosen tree for a specific location may
cause damage to sidewalks and powerlines, necessitating costly repairs, increased pruning
and/or removal of mature trees to abate the conflict.
According to the Pacific Southwest Research Station, a branch of the USDA Forest Service,
communities in Western Washington and Oregon are spending millions of dollars each year
to abate avoidable conflicts between trees and powerlines, sidewalks, sewers, and other
elements of the urban infrastructure. The consequences of recent efforts to control these
Concepts:Management and Preservation of Trees and Other Vegetation
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costs have been found to be detrimental not only to public and private coffers, but to the
state of an affected community's urban forest. These results include the "downsizing" of
urban forests through the removal of existing mature trees, an increasing use of smaller
stature trees that provide fewer benefits, and the failure to replace some or all of the trees
removed due to a lack of funds or reluctance to pay for more repairs.
EXISTING CONDITIONS
Values and Resource Inventory
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Community surveys reveal that Tigard Citizens place high value on the protection of trees
and are concerned about the impact of development upon existing tree resources.
Community surveys conducted in 2004 and 2006 show that residents value their
neighborhood as a suburban retreat, a place that allows for views of trees and other natural
areas. The 2006 Community Attitudes Survey found "the protection of trees and natural
resource areas" as rating the highest of all "livability" characteristics posed to the
respondents, scoring 8.4 out of 10 points. Preservation of trees and other natural resources
scored higher on resident's livability index than neighborhood traffic (8.2), maintaining
existing lot sizes (7.8), pedestrian and bike paths (7.7), and compatibility between existing
and new development (7.6). This value is shared by residents of adjoining jurisdictions who
have recently established, or begun significant updates to, their tree management ordinances.
[Canopy cover measurement and analylsis for 1996 and 2005 to be inserted here once
completed]
Staff Commentary: Long Range Planning is currently working with the Metro Data Resource Center to
measure canopy cover in the years 1996 and 2005 using a consistent analytical protocol and at a level of
detail not seen in existing surveys. Unlike the 2002 vegetative coverage survey which only identified land units
of at least one acre in size, new software will allow the identification of individual trees. This will establish a
record of historical change over the last 10 years, and a baseline for future comparison. This data will be
inserted into this section once it has been completed. Existing vegetative coverage maps suggest a canopy cover
of approximately 11% when counting units 1 acre or larger, staff anticipates a higher percentage of canopy
cover to emerge from the new study.
Existing Tree Planting and Management Programs
The City of Tigard has been a Tree City, USA since 2001 because of aggressive programs to
plant trees on public property. In partnership with Clean Water Services, the City of Tigard
is in the early stages of a series of stream restoration and enhancement projects intended to
improve water quality, reduce erosion, and provide shade, structure and food sources to fish
and other wildlife. Projects currently underway within the City's floodplains and riparian
areas will result in the planting of approximately 100,000 native trees over a 10 year period
(Fiscal Years 2001-2011). Through volunteer projects, cooperative efforts with non-profits,
contract services, and the labor of Public Works crews, thousands of young trees are
annually planted on public property.
Not including restoration projects, the City's Public Works Department annually plants
approximately 250 new or replacement trees on public lands, distributes approximately 50
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street trees each year to private property owners through the Street Tree Program, and plants
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an addition 25 trees in celebration of arbor day. Native species are given preference and are
regularly planted along trails, riparian areas, and in new park and green space areas. The
objective is to increase the total number of trees, particularly in areas where summer shade is
desired such as picnic areas and next to sidewalks. Money is budgeted each year to maintain
new trees being established and to remove hazard trees located on public property. As more
public property is added and trees grow older, the number of hazard trees pruned or
removed each year will continue to grow. The level of new tree planting is limited by the
maintenance capacity of City work crews.
Existing Regulatory Environment
Conditions and circumstances have significantly changed since the adoption of Tigard's
Comprehensive Plan in 1983. Rapid urban development has resulted in a general perception
that the city has experienced a significant loss of tree canopy, and other vegetation essential
for wildlife habitat, erosion control, slope stability, water quality, air-quality, and community
aesthetics. Driving this perception are METRO land use regulations, failed annexation
efforts and changing market conditions are resulting in higher density development than was
anticipated in 1983, further challenging the city to protect trees and canopy cover while
accommodating new development. Additionally, the City does not currently have a
comprehensive tree management and urban forest enhancement program to address these
issues in a unified and consistent manner. As a result there is general feeling among
residents, developers, and other stakeholders that the existing regulatory structure is not
adequate and hinders both the protection of trees and the orderly urbanization of the city.
The City has historically relied upon its Development Code to manage and protect trees on
private property, particularly heritage trees and those located within steep slopes, wetlands,
and other sensitive lands. In addition, trees within vegetated corridors surrounding
wetlands, riparian corridors, and other natural bodies of water are also protected by Clean
Water Services as part of their stormwater management program. These regulatory structures
do not address significant trees outside of those areas are not protected unless a
development action is pending, or prior conditions of development approval designated the
affected tree(s) for future protection. As a result the existing regulatory structure does not
encompass a significant number of trees across the city, which may be removed by the
property owner without City consultation or permit. Additionally, because the city does not
have a comprehensive tree removal consultation or permit system, protected trees have been
removed as a result of property owners not being aware of, or are willfully disregarding city
regulations and protections.
At present the city is currently unable to fully respond to stakeholder desires and changing
environmental conditions as the existing Comprehensive Plan does not provide the
legislative basis to develop enhanced standards and programs. Consequently the City must
update the Comprehensive Plan by establishing relevant goals, policies, action measures to
enable the development of adequate and comprehensive regulatory tools and forest
enhancement programs.
Concepts:Management and Preservation of Trees and Other Vegetation
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KEY FINDINGS
key findings to be summarized once the background section is finalized]
GOAL, POLICIES AND ACTION MEASURES
GOALS
1. To enlarge, improve and sustain a diverse urban forest to maximize the economic,
ecological, and social benefits of trees and other vegetation.
2. To balance the development needs of the City with the sensitive use of land through
well-designed urban development that minimizes the associated loss of existing trees.
POLICIES
1. The City shall maintain and periodically update policies, regulations and standards to
inventory, manage, preserve and enhance the community's tree and vegetation
resources to promote their environmental, aesthetic and economic benefits.
2. The City's various codes, regulations, standards and programs relating to
landscaping, site development, and tree management shall be consistent with, and
supportive of, one another.
3. The City shall require all development to minimize impacts on existing tree cover,
with priority given to native trees and non-native varietals that are long lived and/or
provide a broad canopy spread, and associated vegetation before, during and after
construction. Removal of trees shall be mitigated, with priority given to the
preservation of existing trees over mitigation.
4. The City shall manage tree and vegetation removal, and related restoration activities
within environmentally sensitive lands and on lands subject to natural hazards.
5. The City shall address public safety concerns by ensuring ways to prevent and
• resolve verified tree related hazards in a timely manner.
6. The City shall require and enforce the mitigation of the aesthetic and environmental
impacts of impervious surfaces such as paved areas and rooftops through the use of
trees and other vegetation.
7. The City shall ensure that street design and land use standards provide ample room
for the planting of trees and other vegetation, including the use of flexible and
incentive based development standards.
Concepts:Management and Preservation of Trees and Other Vegetation
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8. The City shall allow and encourage require consideration of appropriate flexibility in
site design to allow tree preservation and planting in areas where survival will more
likely occur, particularly for trees that will grow large, including long-lived evergreens
and broad spreading deciduous varieties.
Staff Commentary: The phrase `require consideration of'was added at the request of the Policy
Interest Team, though the HBA has questioned the legal authority of the city to require
consideration of flexibilio standards. Staff recommends use of the word "encourage" in lieu of
"require"so that the City may comply with Oregon Revised Statutes requiring the use of clear and
objective land use standards.
9. The City shall require all development, including City projects, to develop a plan to
preserve, install and maintain trees and other landscaping as part of land
development approval, with the chosen trees and other plant materials appropriate
for the site conditions.
10. The City shall require the replacement and/or installation of new street trees, unless
demonstrated infeasible, on all new roads or road enhancement projects. Trees
should be planted within planter strips, or at the back of sidewalks if planter strips
are not feasible or would prohibit the preservation of existing trees.
11. The City shall establish and enforce regulations to protect the public's investment in
trees and vegetation located in parks, within right-of-ways and on other public lands
and easements.
12. The City shall conduct an ongoing tree and urban forest enhancement program to
improve the aesthetic experience, environmental quality, and economic value of
Tigard's streets and neighborhoods.
13. The City shall continue to cooperate with property owners other jurisdictions,
agencies, utilities, and non-governmental entities to manage and preserve street trees,
wetlands, stream corridors, riparian areas, tree groves, specimen and heritage trees,
and other significant vegetation within Tigard's City Limits and Urban Services Area.
14. The City shall continue to work with property owners to promote the preservation
of large trees, tree groves, and historic iadiidual trees, through the City's Heritage
Staff Commentary: This policy duplicates policy 13 and should be deleted
Concepts:Management and Preservation of Trees and Otber Vegetation
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15. The City shall continue to maintain and periodically update approved tree lists for
specific applications and site conditions, such as street trees, parking lot trees, and
trees for wetland and riparian areas. These lists should emphasize long lived
evergreens, broad-spreading deciduous varieties, and native species, but allow
flexibility to choose a wide variety of species that are proven suitable for local climate
conditions and for specific uses and locations.
Staff Commentary: Staff review found this policy significantly overlapped and duplicated policy 18.
As a result staff recommends the merger of the two policies into one.
16. The City shall protect, preserve and enhance the scenic and environmental qualities
of Tigard's trees and vegetation, such as along creeks and rivers, and as scenic
Staff Commentary: Staff recommends deletion of this policy as it overlaps and duplicates Policy 1.
17. The City shall support efforts by community groups and neighborhoods to plant
trees and undertake other projects, such as restoration of wetlands and stream
corridors.
Staff Commentary: This policy overlaps with Policy 15, as a result staff recommends their merger.
19. The City shall prohibit the use or retention of nuisance and invasive trees and other
plants through the development review process. Additionally, the City shall maintain
a list of nuisance and invasive plants, discourage the sale and propagation of these
plant materials, and promote their removal.
20. The City shall require, as appropriate, tree preservation strategies that prioritize the
retention of trees in cohesive stands instead of isolated specimens.
21. Require, as appropriate, the use of trees and other vegetation as buffering between
uses.
RECOMMENDED ACTION MEASURES
i. Develop and implement a comprehensive and coordinated update and enhancement
• of all tree related regulations, standards, programs, and plans, including the
development of a citywide Urban Forestry Management Master Plan that will
establish measurable goals, standards and guide City actions regarding the Urban
Forest.
Concepts:Management and Preservation of Trees and Other Vegetation
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ii. Develop and implement an inspection and enforcement program that will ensure
ongoing maintenance of trees and other vegetation required as part of development
approval.
iii. Develop and implement an inspection and enforcement program that will ensure
non-development related tree management and removal complies with the City's
landscape standards and tree protection ordinances.
iv. Develop, implement, and encourage require consideration of regulations, standards,
penalties and incentives that will allow developers to transfer density, seek variances
or adjustments, or utilize planned development procedures to preserve trees and/or
maintain natural open space.
Staff Commentary: The phrase "require consideration of'was added at the request of the Policy
Interest Team, though the HBA has questioned the legal authority of the ciy to require
consideration of flexibilig standards. Staff recommends the use of the word encourage in lieu of
require so that the City may comply with Oregon Revised Statutes requiring the use of clear and
objective land use standards.
v. Inventory and evaluate street tree, parking lot and landscape area plantings that have
failed due to inadequately sized planter strips, and determine if street trees can be
planted elsewhere in the right-of-way, or on private property.
vi. Develop and maintain, as part of the City's GIS and permit systems, a publicly
accessible inventory of tree plantings, removals, and the state of the City's urban
forest.
vii. Utilize impartial certified arborists as early as possible in the Development Review
process that will provide advice about how to properly address and resolve tree
protection issues.
viii. Develop and distribute educational materials and programs regarding City policies,
regulations, and good arboricultural practices for the general public, developers and
city staff regarding tree planting, maintenance, and protection.
ix. Identify and require consideration of new incentives and penalties that will
encourage developers to preserve trees and other significant vegetation.
s. Encourage and promote the removal of nuisance/invasive plants, and the installation
of trees and landscaping that are low maintenance, drought tolerant, and require
minimal chemical applications.
xi. Develop tree-mitigation regulations and standards to guide the City in assessing fees
or compelling compensatory action resulting from violation of its tree protection
standards and/or conditions of development approval.
Concepts.Management and Preservation of Trees and Other Vegetation
Joint Meeting of the Tigard Planning Commission and Tigard Tree Board: October 1,2007 9
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TIGARD
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Darren Wyss, Associate Planner
RE: Public Facilities and Services Workshop
DATE: September 24, 2007
At the Oct 1" Planning Commission meeting, staff will present the draft goals, policies, and
recommended action measures for the Public Facilities and Services chapter for Planning
Commission review, discussion, and editing. The draft goals, policies, and recommended action
measures were created based on a number of activities and include:
• Tigard Beyond Tomorrow Visioning Process
• Community surveys over the past several years
• Tigard 2007 Resource Report
• Citizen review of draft goals at two Comprehensive Plan open houses
• Citizen input at Policy Interest Team meetings
These draft goals, policies, and recommended action measures are intended to reflect the
community's values and aspirations for land use planning. They also aim to organize and coordinate
the relationships between people, land, resources, and facilities to meet the current and future needs
of Tigard.
This meeting gives the Planning Commission the opportunity to ask questions of staff on the
concepts or content of the language that is included in the draft goals, policies, and recommended
action measures. This is also the appropriate time to evaluate the citizen input versus the views of
the Commission on what it ultimately recommends to City Council. The intended outcome of the
meeting would be a consensus on the final draft goals, policies, and recommended action measures
that will be brought before the Planning Commission for a public hearing on November 5`h. To
meet this timeline, a thorough review of the materials before the meeting, with questions ready,will
help to ensure a focused review and discussion that is efficient. If unable to finish the review during
the October 1st meeting, it will continue to the October 15`h meeting.
Remember, staff is available to answer any questions that you may have leading up to the meeting
and we encourage you to call or email. Getting all questions answered and the appropriate
information will help to facilitate a productive discussion.
For questions on Public Facilities and Services, contact Darren Wyss at 503-718-2442 or
darren @tigard-or.gov
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The attached material for the topic includes:
• Draft goals, policies, and recommended action measures
• "Building blocks" based on the Tigard 2007 Resource Report, visioning process, and surveys
that were used with the Policy Interest Teams to provide them with a structure to help
develop draft policies. Additions/comments from citizens are included as underlined text,
while deletions contain a strikethrough
• Key findings from the Tigard 2007 Resource Report
• Community Issues/Values gleaned from the visioning process and community surveys
• Text from the current Comprehensive Plan to be deleted when the new goals, policies, and
action measures are adopted by City Council
Included below are some definitions that may be helpful to your review:
Goal
Definition - A general statement indicating a desired end or the direction the City will follow to
achieve that end.
Obligation - The City cannot take action which violates a goal statement unless:
1. Action is being taken which clearly supports another goal.
2. There are findings indicating the goal being supported takes precedence (in the particular case)
over another.
Policy
Definition -A statement identifying Tigard's position and a definitive course of action. Policies are
more specific than goals. They often identify the City's position in regard to implementing goals.
However, they are not the only actions the City can take to accomplish goals.
Obligation -The City must follow relevant policy statements when amending the Comprehensive
Plan, or developing other plans or ordinances which affect land use such as public facility plans, and
zoning and development standards or show cause why the Comprehensive Plan should be amended
consistent with the Statewide Land Use Goals. Such an amendment must take place following
prescribed procedures prior to taking an action that would otherwise violate a Plan policy. However,
in the instance where specific plan policies appear to be conflicting, the City shall seek solutions
which maximize each applicable policy objective within the overall context of the Comprehensive
Plan and Statewide Goals. As part of this balancing and weighing process, the City shall consider
whether the policy contains mandatory language (e.g., shall, require) or more discretionary language
(e.g., may, encourage).
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TIGARD 2027
City of Tigard Comprehensive Plan
The Tigard 2007 resource report establishes the factual basis that will be used, in conjunction with the
community issues and values, to develop Comprehensive Plan goals, policies, and action measures. Below
are the key findings from the Public Facilities and Services chapter of the document (which can be found in
its entirety at www.tigard-or.gov/2027 ). Please review the key findings as they will provide important
background information when discussing goals,policies,and action measures.
KEY FINDINGS—PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE
• The expansion and maintenance of stormwater, wastewater, and drinking water infrastructure are
important factors affecting growth and development.
• Objectives of the stormwater system are the protection of water quality and flood control and are
addressed through the CWS Stormwater Management Plan and the Fanno Creek Watershed
Management Plan.
• The City coordinates the expansion, operation, and maintenance of stormwater and wastewater
infrastructure through an IGA with CWS as a "self-service provider."
• The City has adopted and is implementing the CWS Design and Construction Standards.
• • Impervious surfaces, undersized bridges and culverts, and inadequate infrastructure contribute to
localized flooding.
• Voluntary habitat friendly development provisions have been adopted that have the ability to reduce
stormwater impacts.
• Stormwater and wastewater infrastructure is funded from system development charges, service fees, and
private developments.
• CWS owns and maintains sewer lines with a diameter of 24 inches or greater, while the City owns and
maintains lines less than 24 inches.
• The CWS Collection System Master Plan Update (2000) is the current plan for wastewater collection in
the Tualatin Basin, which includes Tigard, and found that existing lines within the City of Tigard have
adequate capacity to accommodate anticipated growth.
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• The Neighborhood Sewer Extension Program extends public infrastructure to unserved neighborhoods
• and has identified 17 neighborhoods to participate in the program.
• The Neighborhood Sewer Reimbursement District Incentive Program provides options for limiting the
financial burden on property owners who participate in the Extension Program.
• City owned wastewater infrastructure must comply with the design and construction standards as part of
the development review process.
• The Tigard Water Division and the TVWD both supply water to Tigard residents.
• The City of Tigard Water Division provides potable water to approximately 55,990 people through
approximately 17,300 residential, commercial,and industrial service connections.
• The Intergovernmental Water Board provides oversight for the Tigard water system.
• The Water Distribution Hydraulic Study (2000) is the current master plan for the City water supply
• system.
• Tigard does not have a long-term water supply and must purchase nearly 90% of its water from
wholesale water providers.
• Three feasibility studies are in progress and will help to provide direction for the City's long-term supply
options.
• During periods of high water demand, the City can supplement its supply with water from City-owned
aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) wells and native groundwater wells.
• The City has experienced a decrease in total and per capita consumption from 2001 to 2005 due to
repairs made in water line leaks,rising costs, and the Water Division's Conservation Program.
• Future annual water demand could range from 2,732 to 3,229 million gallons.
• The City of Tigard Water System is set up as an enterprise fund, operating solely on revenue the Water
System creates.
KEY FINDINGS—PUBLIC SAFETY
• The Tigard Police Department adheres to a community policing philosophy and provides police
protection services,crime prevention programs,and information to the community.
• Growth and development will place increasing demands on the Police Department, which currently has
an average response time that has increased over the last 5 years to 4 minutes, 30 seconds per call.
• WCCCA provides 911 services for the Police Department and TVFR through an IGA.
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• Tigard Police has an IGA to provide services outside the city limits on occasion.
• The Police Department reviews land use applications and provides comments.
• Areas of high population density and commercial areas, particularly Washington Square Mall, place high
demands on the Tigard Police Department.
• A new Strategic Plan for the Police Department is in the development process.
• TVFR provides fire protection services for the City through an IGA.
• Three TVFR stations serve City residents,with one station located within City boundaries.
• A new TVFR station is planned to be built at Walnut Street and 124`h Avenue.
• The dependability of fire protection is based in part on the distribution and capacity of the City water
supply.
• The City owns all fire hydrants within its boundaries.
• The community has an ISO fire insurance rating of 2,one of 15 in Oregon.
• TVFR is given the opportunity to review and provide comment on land use applications.
• One of the more important development issues relating to fire protection is the design and placement of
new streets.
• Street widths must be adequate for fire equipment access and egress, which may conflict with
development that is promoting a pedestrian-friendly environment through narrower streets.
• A connected street network can help provide better service by having multiple routes to access an
incident and meet response time targets.
• TVFR is responsible for regulating the placement of fire hydrants during the land use process.
• Appropriate fire detection and suppression equipment installed at the time of development is cost-
effective and invaluable in reducing the community's risk to fire.
• Providing a defensible space around structures located in areas at risk for wildfire is an additional
precaution against fire that can be taken by community residents.
KEY FINDINGS—COMMUNITY FACILITIES
• Two public school districts serve the City of Tigard's school-age children: Tigard-Tualatin and
Beaverton.The school district boundary dates back to 1910,prior to Tigard's incorporation.
• In both 1993 and 2006 city surveys,Tigard residents named schools, education or school funding as top
issues for the community (ranking 6th and 4`h,respectively).
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• TTSD owns 23 properties (189 acres) in Tigard. The Beaverton School District does not own any
• property within Tigard.
• The City and TTSD hold a mutual interest in one another's facility planning. Future population and
housing growth have a direct impact upon school capacity, future facility siting and expansion, and state
land use goals require coordination on land use decisions. The City notifies the districts of land-use
decisions impacting their direct service area.
• TTSD estimates slow steady growth: 4.6% rate by 2010, with no additional schools planned for City
limits.
• Beaverton is experiencing rapid growth and is looking for land for a future school in the southwestern
quadrant,which includes schools attended by Tigard residents.
• The Tigard Public Library is the only public library within the city limits. It is a new facility, completed
in 2004, that was funded from a bond measure passed by the community in 2002.
• The new library has experienced increased usage (80% increase in visits from 1996 to 2006) since its
completion, and as growth and development occur in the community, additional pressure will be put on
the services offered.
• The library is valued as a community center for public meetings and other events.
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• Although not all City departments are directly involved in land use planning, their provision of services
is affected by growth and development. These impacts on government services must be considered
during the land use application process, as well as additional facilities that would be needed to house
them.
• City sustainability programs will be evaluated for inclusion in the Community Investment Program and
may have an impact on future building renovations as it relates to the Tigard Community Development
Code.
• Telecommunications, electricity, and natural gas service are provided to residents and business owners
within the City of Tigard by private utilities. These private utilities enter into franchise agreements with
the City as outlined in Chapter 15.06 of the Tigard Community Development Code and pay an annual
right-of-way usage fee to the City.
• As growth and development occurs within the community, the City must ensure that private utility
services are available and coordinate their extension during the development process.
• Uncoordinated utility installations in the public right-of-way may result in multiple street cuts and
increased public costs to maintain curbs,gutters, streets, and sidewalks.
• The placement of utilities in the public right-of-way is regulated by the Tigard Community Development
Code. New development is typically required to place utilities underground unless they are already in
• existence above ground, or where the action would not be feasible.
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TIGARD 2027
City of Tigard Comprehensive Plan
Resource Document A of the Tigard 2007 resource report provided a summary of
community surveys and work completed by Tigard Beyond Tomorrow. The summary
outlined a number of key issues and values that the community has identified and it forms a
solid foundation for updating the City's Comprehensive Plan. Below is a list of community
issues and values developed from Resource Document A (which can be found in its entirety
at www.tigard-or.gov/2027). Please review the list as it will provide important background
information when discussing goals,policies,and action measures.
COMMUNITY VALUES
The citizens of Tigard value the location of the community and the ease of access to travel
options.
The citizens of Tigard value the safe and quiet residential atmosphere of the community and
the character of their neighborhoods.
The citizens of Tigard value trees and natural resources and feel that protecting these
resources will benefit the community.
The citizens of Tigard value the public services that are provided to the community,
particularly the library,parks, senior center, and police.
The citizens of Tigard value pedestrian and bicycle paths in the community and support the
development of a well connected network.
The citizens of Tigard value access to neighborhood parks and open space within a half mile
from their home.
The citizens of Tigard value access to bus service in the community.
The citizens of Tigard value the community's downtown core and support investment to
make improvements.
The citizens of Tigard value and understand their responsibility to participate as members of
the community.
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The citizens of Tigard value access to educational opportunities for citizens of all ages.
The citizens of Tigard value small and local businesses that contribute to a healthy economy.
COMMUNITY ISSUES
The citizens of Tigard have identified traffic congestion as the top concern in the
community.
The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the maintenance of community streets.
The citizens of Tigard are concerned about preserving community livability by minimizing
neighborhood traffic.
The citizens of Tigard are concerned about population increases and the impact upon the
community.
The citizens of Tigard are concerned about growth and development in the community and
the compatibility between new and existing development.
The citizens of Tigard are concerned with the community's appearance,particularly the
downtown.
The citizens of Tigard are concerned that the community's downtown is not living up to its
potential.
The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the impact of growth on the community's
natural resources.
The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the future of public services,which includes
safety, schools and infrastructure.
The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the lack of a recreation program and the number
of parks in the community.
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Recommended Action Measures
Definition - A statement which outlines a specific City project or standard which, if executed, would
implement goals and policies. Recommended action measures also refer to specific projects,
standards, or courses of action the City desires other jurisdictions to take in regard to specific issues.
These statements also define the relationship the City desires to have with other jurisdictions and
agencies in implementing Comprehensive Plan goals and policies.
Obligation - Completion of projects, adoption of standards, or the creation of certain relationships
or agreements with other jurisdictions and agencies,will depend on a number of factors such as
citizen priorities, finances, staff availability, etc.
The City should periodically review and prioritize recommended action measures based on current
circumstances, community needs and the City's goal and policy obligations. These statements are
suggestions to future City decision-makers as ways to implement the goals and policies. The listing
of recommended action measures in the plan does not obligate the City to accomplish them. Neither
do recommended action measures impose obligations on applicants who request amendments or
changes to the Comprehensive Plan. The list of recommended action measures is not exclusive. It
may be added to, or amended, as conditions warrant.
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Public Facilities and Services addresses their appropriate coordination, location, and delivery
in a manner that best supports the existing and proposed land uses. The provision of these
facilities and services are essential to a high quality of life and the health, safety, and welfare
of the community. Their availability is also vital to promoting and sustaining a strong local
and regional economy. For these reasons, the City and its partner agencies and districts
must efficiently plan for the impacts of future growth and development on the facilities and
services provided. Statewide Planning Goal 11 requires Oregon jurisdictions to adopt
Comprehensive Plans that provide goals and policies as the basis to manage, maintain, and
expand the public facilities and services of the community.
Goal 11: Public Facilities and Services
`To plan and develop a timely, orderly, and efficient arrangement of public facilities and services to
serve as a framework for urban and rural development."
The community's vision is for a future where essential public facilities and services are
readily available to serve the needs of the community. They understand the importance of
not only planning for and funding the facilities, but ensuring their continued maintenance.
They also recognize the impact that new development places upon all services and want
them to pay their fair share. The public library, senior center, public safety, and public
schools are especially considered vital components of a high quality, livable community.
Furthermore, it is recognized that expected population growth in the region will place
increased pressure on existing public facilities and services. •
The City of Tigard has adopted a Public Facility Plan as required by Oregon Administrative
Rule 660-11. The City will make appropriate updates to the Public Facility Plan on a regular
basis as part of the Periodic Review process as required by Oregon Administrative Rule 660-
25.
Section 1: Stormwater Management
The City stormwater infrastructure is a mix of natural and piped systems. As with most
urban areas, the reliance on piped stormwater has been important to transport the water
from impervious surfaces to the natural systems and move it out of the community. To
ensure the system operates effectively, the natural components must remain in good
condition to meet the primary objectives of protecting water quality and flood control. To
accomplish these objectives, the City collaborates with Clean Water Services (CWS) in the
planning and management of the system. The plans currently used for City efforts are the
CWS S tormwater Management Plan,which addresses water quality protection, and Fanno Creek
Watershed Management Plan, which addresses flood control in the City.
The Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) is a requirement of the combined National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer
System (MS4) permits held by CWS. The SWMP is revised on a five-year cycle and was last
updated in spring 2006. To implement the plan, the City has an inter-governmental
agreement (IGA) with CWS as a "self-service provider."This designation means the City has
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operation and maintenance authority over storm drain systems, water quality systems, and
roadside ditches under City jurisdiction. The IGA outlines the CWS work program standards
that must be followed by the City.
The 1997 Fanno Creek Watershed Management Plan (Fanno Plan) prepared by CWS for all
jurisdictions within the basin,is the principal plan for drainage in the City. The Fanno Plan
covers 85% of Tigard (the remaining 15% of the jurisdiction drains directly to the Tualatin
River) and has been adopted by the City. Included in the plan is an inventory of drainage
structures, an evaluation of their adequacy of capacity, and recommended City infrastructure
improvements to reduce flooding. Funding for these projects is available through the Storm
Sewer Fund that results from the collection of system development charges.
In addition, the City is responsible for adopting policies and regulations that implement
statewide land use goals to protect water quality and wildlife habitat. These policies and
regulations must ensure that the impacts of new development on the stormwater
infrastructure are minimized. One of the greatest impacts on stormwater infrastructure is the
amount of impervious surface in a watershed. Impervious surfaces increase run-off into the
stormwater system and increase the peak flow of storm events. Reducing the impervious
surface coverage will encourage natural filtration and help to reduce the stormwater
infrastructure needs, as well as reduce problems associated with scouring and erosion of
stream channels from storm events.
Although CWS does not have land use authority, they have been involved in reducing the
impacts of stormwater by developing the CWS Design and Construction Standards that have
been adopted by and are implemented by the City. A city engineer performs the task of
evaluating the stormwater infrastructure design during the development review process to
make sure the standards are met.
In addition to the CWS Design and Construction Standards, the City has adopted voluntary
habitat friendly development provisions that may be utilized during new development. The
provisions seek to protect wildlife habitat that has been identified within the community and
includes low impact development practices that are meant to reduce stormwater flow.
Funding for the stormwater system is generated from two sources. The first is from System
Development Charges (SDCs) that are assessed on new developments that cannot provide
their own water quantity and quality facilities. The money is placed in the Storm Sewer Fund,
which is managed by CWS and used for capital projects included in plans formulated by
CWS. The second, the Surface Water Management Fee, is a monthly charge that is collected
on utility bills. The City keeps 75% of this fee for operations and maintenance of the
stormwater infrastructure.
Key Findings
• The expansion and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure is an important factor
affecting growth and development.
• Objectives of the stormwater system are the protection of water quality and flood
control and are addressed through the CWS Stormivater Management Plan and the Fanno
Creek Watershed Management Plan.
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• The City maintains 113.4 miles of stormwater pipe, 3975 catch basins, and 588 outfalls.
• The City maintains 79 water quality facilities;which includes ponds, swales, filter
systems, detention pipes and tanks.
• Impervious surfaces, undersized bridges and culverts, and inadequate infrastructure
contribute to localized flooding.
• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about population increases and the impact upon
the community.
• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the impact of growth on the community's
natural resources.
• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the future of public services,which includes
safety, schools and infrastructure.
Goal
11.1 Develop and maintain a stormwater system that protects development, water
resources, and wildlife habitat.
Policies
1. The City shall require that all new development::
A. construct the appropriate stormwater facilities or ensure construction by
paying their fair share of the cost;
B. comply with adopted plans and standards for stormwater management; and
C. meet or exceed regional, state, and federal standards for water quality and
flood protection.
2. The City shall continue to collaborate with Clean Water Services in the planning,
operation, and maintenance of a comprehensive stormwater management system.
3. The City shall ensure the stormwater management system complies with all
applicable federal, state, and regional regulations and programs.
4. The City shall require annexation prior to any property receiving City stormwater
services.
5. The City shall require maintenance access to all stormwater infrastructure and
easements.
6. The City shall maintain streams and wetlands in their natural state to protect their
stormwater conveyance and treatment functions.
7. The City shall encourage low impact development practices and green street
concepts to reduce the amount of and/or treat stormwater runoff at the source.
8. The City shall develop sustainable funding mechanisms:
A. for stormwater system maintenance;
B. to improve deficiencies within the existing system; and
C. to implement stormwater system improvements identified in the Capital
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Improvement Plan.
Recommended Action Measures
i. Adopt mandatory natural resource and habitat friendly development standards.
ii. Provide incentives for developers to incorporate green concepts into their design.
iii. Review and modify the Community Development Code, as needed, to ensure
effective regulations are in place to implement the stormwater management goals
and policies.
iv. Identify and map problematic stormwater drainage areas in the community.
v. Research alternative funding strategies for use in improving identified problem
stormwater drainage areas in the community.
vi. Develop partnerships to produce and distribute educational materials that outline the
benefits of low impact development practices and green street concepts.
vii. Develop and implement a Capital Replacement Program for the stormwater system.
Section 2: Water Supply and Distribution
The City of Tigard provides water to the Tigard Water Service Area. This area includes most
of the City's residents and also the City of Durham, King City, and the Bull Mountain area
of unincorporated Washington County;which is represented by the Tigard Water District.
The northeast corner of the City is supplied water by the Tualatin Valley Water District
(TVWD),which operates independently from the City of Tigard.
The TVWD is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners and operates under the
TVWD Water Master Plan/Management Plan. Tigard has no role in the operation or
management of TVWD, but has collaborated with them on long-term supply studies and is
also capable of sharing water in emergency situations.
The City of Tigard took over the provision of water to the Tigard Water Service Area from
the Tigard Water District in 1994. During the transfer of supply responsibilities, an IGA
created oversight for the water system through the Intergovernmental Water Board (IGWB),
which consists of a member from Tigard, Durham, King City,Tigard Water District, and
one at-large member. The IGWB advises Tigard City Council on issues relating to rate
setting and water supply.
The City owns and operates the water distribution system under license from the Oregon
Department of Human Services and the Oregon Water Resources Department. The Water
Distribution Hydraulic Study is the current master plan for the City water supply system. The
study provides direction for system improvements,including storage and distribution.
Although the City owns a few wells, nearly 90% of the water supply is purchased from
wholesale water providers such as the Portland Water Bureau (PWB). The City signed a 10-
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year agreement in summer 2006 to continue purchasing water from PWB. In addition, the
City purchases water from the City of Lake Oswego,which draws its water from the
Clackamas River Basin. This lack of a City-owned supply has been identified as an important
issue for the future and three long-term supply feasibility studies are in progress. The studies
are in collaboration with neighboring jurisdictions and will evaluate various options for
partnerships in securing a long-term supply.
During periods of high water demand, the City can supplement its supply with water from
City-owned aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) wells and native groundwater wells.
Additional supply is available for purchase from the Joint Water Commission (JWC). Water
from the JWC is delivered via the City of Beaverton system; making it Tigard's only
fluoridated supply. The City also has system inter-ties with Tualatin and the Lake Grove
Water District that allows sharing water under emergency conditions.
In 2005, the Oregon Departments of Human Services and Environmental Quality
conducted a source water assessment on Tigard's groundwater. Within the Tigard water
service area, 50 sites were identified as potential sources of drinking water contamination if
managed improperly.
The City of Tigard Water System is set up as an enterprise fund. The budget needs no
money from the City general fund and operates based solely on revenue the Water System
creates. System Development Charges for new construction and connections, and rates for
water consumption are the two main sources of revenue for the budget.
Key Findings
• The expansion and maintenance of water supply and distribution infrastructure is an
important factor affecting growth and development.
• As of November 2006,TVWD has approximately 1,920 service connections within the
City of Tigard. There are 24 covered reservoirs in the TVWD system that can store 53
million gallons of water.
• The City of Tigard Water Service provides potable water to approximately 55,990 people
through approximately 17,300 residential, commercial, and industrial service
connections.
• The City of Tigard's water system contains 13 reservoirs with a total combined storage
capacity of approximately 24.5 million gallons.
• The City of Tigard's water distribution system contains eight pump stations to distribute
potable water to residents around the Tigard Water Service Area.
• The distribution system is composed of various pipe types in sizes up to 36 inches in
diameter. The total length of piping in the service area is approximately 209 miles.
• Three feasibility studies are in progress and will help to provide direction for the City's
long-term supply options.
• The City has experienced a decrease in total and per capita consumption from 2001 to
2005 due to repairs made in water line leaks, rising costs, and the Water Conservation
Program.
• The Water Demand Forecast Report(2006)projects population growth from 12,053 to
17,725 persons in the Tigard Water Service Area.
• Future annual water demand could range from 2,732 to 3,229 million gallons.
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• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about population increases and the impact upon
the community.
• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the future of public services, which includes
safety, schools and infrastructure.
Goal
11.2 Ensure a reliable, high quality water supply to meet the existing and future needs of
the community.
Policies
1. The City shall secure an interest in a high quality, long-term water supply, which is
financially feasible and reliable, to serve the Tigard Water Service Area.
2. The City shall develop and maintain a water system master plan to coordinate the
improvement and expansion of Tigard Water Service Area infrastructure to serve
current and projected demand.
3. The City shall require maintenance access to all public water infrastructure and
easements.
4. The City shall coordinate with Tualatin Valley Water District to ensure adequate
supply and pressure to meet consumption and fire protection needs for the portion
of Tigard served by the District.
5. The City shall ensure Tigard Water Service operations remain financially self-
supporting.
6. The City shall require all new connections within the Tigard Water Service Area to
pay a system development charge.
7. The City shall comply with all state and federal laws and regulations relating to
potable water.
8. The City shall require that all new development:
A. connect to a public water system;
• B. pay a system development charge and other costs associated with extending
service;
C. ensure adequate pressure and volume to meet consumption and fire
protection needs; and
D. extend adequately sized water lines with sufficient pressure to the boundaries
of the property for anticipated future extension.
9. The City shall encourage water conservation through education programs and
maintenance of the system.
• 10. The City shall prohibit activities that have the potential for contamination of the
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municipal water supply.
Recommended Action Measures
i. Continue to investigate options to partner with neighboring jurisdictions in securing
a long term water supply.
ii. Construct water distribution facilities in areas with minimal visual impact upon the
community.
iii. Identify and map developed properties that are not connected to the municipal water
supply.
iv. Continue funding a maintenance program that ensures adequate pressure and flow,
protects water quality, and minimizes water loss.
v. Regularly review and update the Community Development Code as it applies to
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potable water.
vi. Continue producing and distributing educational materials related to water supply
and conservation.
vii. Update water system development charges as needed.
viii.Research and implement a system development charge structure that doesn't
penalize residential structures for installing a fire sprinkler system.
ix. Develop and implement a Capital Replacement Program for the water distribution
system.
Section 3: Wastewater Management
Wastewater services within Tigard are managed through an agreement between the City and
CWS. The agreement assigns the City enforcement of design and construction standards,
rules and regulations, and rates and charges governing the use of, and connection to, the
wastewater system. In return, CWS acts as the regional wastewater authority that provides,
owns, and maintains sewer lines with a diameter of 24 inches or greater (the City owns less
than 24-inch lines), as well as pump stations and treatment facilities. CWS is also responsible
for the planning of wastewater collection in the Tualatin River basin.
CWS owns and operates the Durham Wastewater Treatment Facility. The facility is
operating under the basin-wide NPDES permit and is in compliance with Clean Water Act
regulations. The City has an IGA with Clean Water Services to perform management and
maintenance tasks on City-owned wastewater infrastructure to ensure continued compliance
with the regulations.
The CWS Collection System Master Plan Update is the current plan for wastewater collection in
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the Tualatin basin, including the City of Tigard. The primary focus of the plan was to analyze
future capacity of the system and found that all existing lines within the City of Tigard have
adequate capacity to accommodate anticipated growth.
The City has also developed the Sanitary Sewer Facility Plan Map to help prioritize projects
and schedule improvements to the system through the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The
facility map is continuously revised and shows the locations of all current and proposed lines
within the City. The map allows the City to plan for new construction and also identify
developed neighborhoods not currently being served by the wastewater system.
The Neighborhood Sewer Extension Program was established in 1996 by the City to extend
public infrastructure to unconnected neighborhoods. This program encourages property
owners to retire septic systems and connect to the City sewer system. The program does
require property owners, upon connection, to reimburse the City for a fair share of the total
cost. To encourage participation, the City also established the Neighborhood Sewer
Reimbursement District Incentive Program that provides options for limiting the financial
burden on the property owner.
In addition to the operation and maintenance of the existing wastewater system, the City is
responsible for implementing the CWS Design and Construction Standards. Land use applicants
are required to obtain a Public Facility Permit when connecting to City owned wastewater
infrastructure and must comply with the standards as part of the development review
process. This function is outlined in the IGA between CWS and Tigard and is carried out by
a city engineer.
Funding for the wastewater system is generated from three sources. First, developers finance
the construction of new sewer lines needed to service their new developments. Secondly,
during the building permit process a connection fee is collected by the City. Most of the fee
is transferred to CWS, but a portion of the fee is retained by the City for system
improvements. Finally, the monthly sewer service fee is collected on the utility bill and a
portion is retained by the City for operations and maintenance of the wastewater system.
Key Findings
• The expansion and maintenance of wastewater infrastructure is an important factor
affecting growth and development.
• The City coordinates the expansion, operation, and maintenance of wastewater
infrastructure through an IGA with CWS as a "self-service provider."
• As of October 2006, there were approximately 12,671 connections to the City's
wastewater system.
• The City owns and maintains 160 miles of wastewater mainline (6 to 21 inches).
• Currently, 29 neighborhoods (589 properties) have been provided the opportunity to
connect through the Neighborhood Sewer Extension Program. Another 17
neighborhoods have been identified as potential participants in the program.
• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about population increases and the impact upon
the community.
• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the impact of growth on the community's
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natural resources.
• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the future of public services,which includes
safety, schools and infrastructure.
Goal
11.3 Develop and maintain a wastewater collection system that meets the existing and
future needs of the community.
Policies
1. The City shall require that all new development:
A. connect to the public wastewater system and pay a connection fee;
B. construct the appropriate wastewater infrastructure; and
C. comply with adopted plans and standards for wastewater management.
2. The City shall continue to collaborate with Clean Water Services in the planning,
operation, and maintenance of a comprehensive wastewater management system for
current and projected Tigard residents.
3. The City shall ensure the wastewater management system complies with all
applicable federal, state, and regional regulations and programs.
4. The City shall require maintenance access to all wastewater infrastructure and
easements.
5. The City shall prohibit the repair or replacement of septic tank systems within the
City, to the extent it has jurisdiction, unless it is not feasible to connect to the
wastewater system.
6. The City shall require annexation prior to any property receiving City wastewater
services.
7. The City shall ensure wastewater fees are adequate to fund the operations and
maintenance of the system.
Recommended Action Measures
i. Collaborate with Washington County Department of Health and Human Services on
developing an efficient protocol for notification of failed septic systems.
ii. Regularly review and update fees and charges to ensure they are sufficient to meet
the needed operational costs.
iii. Identify and map properties not connected to the public wastewater system.
iv. Continue the sewer extension program in order to encourage all properties to
connect to the public wastewater system.
v. Continue a proactive maintenance program to prolong the life of the infrastructure.
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vi. Develop and implement a Capital Replacement Program for the wastewater
collection system.
Section 4: Community Facilities
The City of Tigard provides many community services, while special districts supply a
portion of the facilities and services that make the community what it is today. All of these
facilities and services must maintain a level of service that is adequate for the current
population and, at the same time, must plan for and accommodate future growth and
development within Tigard. This is why collaboration during the development process is
essential to ensuring the services will be available and funding options will continue to exist
with an acceptable level of service.
City-owned facilities include the Tigard Public Library, the Senior Center, and a number of
administrative and equipment storage facilities. The library is a new facility that was funded
by a community bond measure and opened to the public in 2004. The library offers a wide
range of services and programs and acts as a community center for Tigard residents. The
library has experienced a significant increase in use since the new facility was opened.
The Senior Center is a hub of activities for the aging population in the community. Social
events, classes, and meal services are a few of the offerings. Other City-owned facilities are
dispersed around the community and house various City personnel and equipment. These
facilities are vitally important to support the provision of public services to the community.
Two public school districts serve the City of Tigard's school-age children: Tigard-Tualatin
and Beaverton. Only Tigard-Tualatin owns property and operates schools within the Tigard
city limits. Both districts have seen steady growth over the years and are an important
component of reviewing development applications to ensure school capacity is not
exceeded. Additionally, this working relationship is important to finding appropriate sites for
new school facilities that will limit the impacts to the neighborhood and traffic flow.
Public safety is a critical component of a livable community. There must be adequate and
effective services, as well as the necessary infrastructure, to respond to emergencies in a
timely and efficient manner. This not only applies to the current population and built
environment within the City, but also to new growth and development.
The Tigard Police Department provides police services, while Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue
(TVFR) provides fire protection and emergency services for the community. Both have an
intergovernmental agreement with the Washington County Consolidated Communications
Agency (WCCCA) for 911 service and public safety communications. TVFR is a fire district
that covers 210 square miles, has a five-member board of directors and is funded through a
permanent tax rate on properties within the district.
One way for Tigard Police and TVFR to gauge their level of service is by tracking their
incident response time. Both pride themselves on quick response time to calls for service,
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but as development occurs, added traffic volumes and the associated congestion can cause a
delay in response time. This is illustrated in the fact that TVFR has found a section of the
City that could be better served. For that reason,TVFR has purchased property and is
planning a new station that will decrease the response times to those neighborhoods.
Since growth and development will impact both fire and police services,Tigard Police and
TVFR have the opportunity for review and comment during the land use application
process. They evaluate proposed projects to ensure an adequate level of service exists for the
development and no impediments will occur to hamper the ability to perform their
functions. For TVFR, street design and placement is very important for access and egress of
its equipment. A well connected street network is also essential to improving response times,
for both fire and police services. During the land use application process,TVFR reviews
hydrant locations, adequacy of firefighting water supplies, and viability of apparatus access to
ensure meeting fire code requirements.
In addition to providing a built environment that is accessible for safety equipment, the City
has adopted the Oregon statewide minimum fire code and performs inspections on new
construction. The fire code outlines the required equipment for various development types
and sizes. Homeowners can voluntarily take steps to reduce risk of fire by installing
equipment and providing a defensible space around structures that are located in an area at
risk of wildfire.
Key Findings
• Growth and development will place increasing demands on the Police Department,
which currently has an average response time that has increased over the last 5 years to 4
minutes, 30 seconds per call.
• Areas of high population density and commercial areas, particularly Washington Square
Mall, place high demands on the Tigard Police Department.
• TVFR provides fire protection services for the City through an IGA.
• Three TVFR stations serve City residents, with one station located within City
boundaries and a new station planned to be built at Walnut Street and 124`h Avenue.
• The dependability of fire protection is based in part on the distribution and capacity of
the City water supply.
• The City owns all fire hydrants within its boundaries.
• The community has an ISO fire insurance rating of 2, one of 15 in Oregon.
• Street widths must be adequate for fire equipment access and egress,which may conflict
with development that is promoting a pedestrian-friendly environment through narrower
streets.
• Appropriate fire detection and suppression equipment installed at the time of
development is cost-effective and invaluable in reducing the community's risk to fire.
• Two public school districts serve the City of Tigard's school-age children: Tigard-
Tualatin and Beaverton. The school district boundary dates back to 1910, prior to
Tigard's incorporation.
• In both 1993 and 2006 city surveys,Tigard residents named schools, education or school
funding as top issues for the community (ranking 6th and 4th, respectively).
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• TTSD owns 23 properties (189 acres) in Tigard. The Beaverton School District does not
own any property within Tigard.
• TTSD estimates slow steady growth: 4.6% rate by 2010, with no additional schools
planned for City limits.
• Beaverton is experiencing rapid growth and is looking for land for a future school in the
southwestern quadrant, which includes schools attended by Tigard residents.
• The new library has experienced increased usage (80%increase in visits from 1996 to
2006) since its completion, and as growth and development occur in the community,
additional pressure will be put on the services offered.
• The library is valued as a community center for public meetings and other events.
• Although not all City departments are directly involved in land use planning, their
provision of services is affected by growth and development. These impacts on
government services must be considered during the land use application process, as well
as additional facilities that would be needed to house them.
• City sustainability programs will be evaluated for inclusion in the Capital Improvement
Plan and may have an impact on future building renovations as it relates to the Tigard
Community Development Code.
• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about population increases and the impact upon
the community.
• The citizens of Tigard are concerned about the future of public services, which includes
safety, schools and infrastructure.
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11.4 Ensure adequate public facilities and services to meet the health, safety, education,
and leisure needs of all Tigard residents.
Policies
1. The City shall support the provision of accessible public facilities and services
through ensuring adequate administrative and general governance services.
2. The City shall continue to develop and maintain a Capital Improvement Plan to help
provide for the orderly provision of public facilities and services.
3. The City shall coordinate the expansion and equitable, long-term funding of public
facilities and services with the overall growth of the community.
4. The City shall require that all new development:
A. can be provided fire and police protection;
B. provide Tigard Police,Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue, and the school
districts the opportunity to comment on the proposal;
C. have sufficient fire hydrants and fire flow;
D. have a street layout and design that is accessible by emergency vehicles; and
E. have buildings that meet fire and building code requirements.
5. The City shall work in conjunction with partner agencies and districts in the planning
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and locating of their new facilities.
6. The City shall ensure library services are accessible to the community and are
sufficient to meet user demands.
7. The City shall coordinate with the school districts to address capacity needs
associated with population growth.
8. The City shall locate appropriate municipal administration offices and services in
downtown Tigard.
9. The City shall ensure the Senior Center is accessible and available to serve the needs
of the aging population in the community.
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10. The City shall:
A. plan for and provide sufficient resources to respond to emergencies;
B. coordinate and collaborate with the appropriate jurisdictions, agencies, and
districts for emergency response;
C. participate in emergency preparedness exercises on a periodic basis; and
D. maintain an Emergency Operations Plan that is updated on a regular basis.
Recommended Action Measures
i. Continue using the 5-year planning period as the foundation of the Capital
Improvement Plan and continue implementing the Council approved projects each
fiscal year.
ii. Work with public safety agencies and districts to protect their ability for continued
service provision.
iii. Review and revise the Community Development Code to limit or remove barriers to
constructing new schools and fire stations.
iv. Research and identify funding sources to maintain and expand City services.
v. Use current and future technologies to educate, alert,warn, and direct citizens to
action in the event of major emergencies and disasters.
vi. Work with Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue to educate the community about the risks
of urban interface wildfire.
vu. Plan and locate emergency evacuation routes outside of flood prone areas.
Implement and update the 20-year Facility Plan for the continued stewardship of
public buildings.
Section 5: Franchise Utilities
Telecommunications, electricity, and natural gas service are provided to residents and
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business owners within the City of Tigard by private utilities. These private utilities enter into
franchise agreements with the City as outlined in the Tigard Municipal Code and pay an annual
right-of-way usage fee to the City.
The services provided by these private companies and the associated infrastructure are
essential to the community. As growth and development occurs within the community, the
City must ensure that these services are available and coordinate their extension during the
development process. This coordination, and cooperation between the various entities, helps
to avoid conflict with current and planned infrastructure in the right-of-way. Additionally,
uncoordinated utility installations in the public right-of-way may result in multiple street cuts
and increased public costs to maintain curbs, gutters, streets, and sidewalks.
The placement of utilities in the public right-of-way is regulated by the Tigard Community
Development Code. During the development review process, a city engineer approves plans
showing the location of utilities. New development is typically required to place utilities
underground unless they are already in existence above ground, or where the action would
not be feasible. In certain cases, where undergrounding is not feasible and the utility crosses
or is adjacent to a public right-of-way, an in-lieu of fee may be assessed and placed into a
fund that is used to move existing utilities underground elsewhere in the City.
The City has also recognized the demand for wireless communication services and adopted
regulations for the facilities necessary to provide them. The infrastructure needed to support
the services has a visual impact upon the community and collocation efforts are encouraged
by the City to minimize that impact. Collocation is the practice of placing the
communication equipment of two or more companies on one structure (wireless tower).
Key Findings
• Telecommunications, electricity, and natural gas service are provided to residents and
business owners within the City of Tigard by private utilities. These private utilities enter
into franchise agreements with the City as outlined in Chapter 15.06 of the Tigard
Community Development Code and pay an annual right-of-way usage fee to the City.
• As growth and development occurs within the community, the City must ensure that
private utility services are available and coordinate their extension during the
development process.
• Portland General Electric provides electricity service to Tigard residents.
• Northwest Natural Gas provides natural gas service to Tigard residents.
• Verizon and Qwest both provide telecommunication service to the community.
. • Comcast provides cable service and high speed internet to Tigard residents.
• Applicants for wireless telecommunication facilities are required to demonstrate that all
other providers within the City were contacted to evaluate possible collocation efforts in
order to try and minimize the visual impact upon the City.
Goal
11.5 Ensure private utilities provide the needed energy and communication services for
the community.
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1. The City shall require that all new development:
A. secure the required energy and communication utilities;
B. place new utilities underground, when feasible, or pay an in-lieu-of fee when
crossing or adjacent to a public right-of-way; and
C. provide necessary easements for energy and communication services.
2. The City shall require the placement of existing services underground,when feasible,
or pay an in-lieu-of fee during redevelopment or street construction.
3. The City shall coordinate with private utilities during installation to minimize public
costs to maintain curbs, gutters, streets, and sidewalks.
4. The City shall require the collocation of wireless communication services on existing
towers whenever possible.
Recommended Action Measures
i. Identify and map areas that are conducive to using in-lieu-of fees for placing utility
lines under ground during City projects.
ii. Continue implementing no-pavement-cut policies on identified streets.
iii. Review and improve the protocol for collocating wireless communication services.
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7.1 GENERAL
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POLICIES
7.1.1 THE CITY SHALL:
a. PREPARE AND IMPLEMENT A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM IN
DISTRICTS;
b. WORK WITH THE SERVICE DISTRICTS TO PROVIDE A COORDINATED SYSTEM
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TO THE EXTENT OF THE CITY'S FINANCIAL RESOURCES;
d. USE THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM AS A MEANS FOR PROVIDING FOR
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f. ADOPT LOCATIONAL GR1-TERIA AS THE BASIS FOR MAKING DECISIONS ABOUT
THE PROPER LOCATION FOR PUBLIC FACILITIES.
a. DEVELOPMENT COINCIDE WITH THE AVAILABILITY OF ADEQUATE SERVICE
1. PUBLIC WATER;
2. PUBLIC SEWER SHALL BE REQUIRED FOR NEW DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE
CITY UNLESS THE PROPERTY INVOLVED IS OVER 300 FEET FROM A
SEWER LINE AND WASHINGTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
3. STORM DRAINAGE.
b. THE FACILITIES ARE:
1. CAPABLE OF ADEQUATELY SERVING ALL INTERVENING PROPERTIES AND
THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT; AND
2. DESIGNED TO CITY STANDARDS.
c. ALL NEW DEVELOPMENT UTILITIES TO BE PLACED UNDERGROUND.
(Rev. Ord. 86 08)
1) Health and safety factors;
2) Cost benefit factors; and
3) Social and economic needs.
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7.2.1 THE CITY SHALL REQUIRE AS A PRE CONDITION TO DEVELOPMENT THAT:
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7.2.2 THE CITY SHALL:
a. INCLUDE IN ITS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM, PLANS FOR SOLVING
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b. RECOGNIZE AND ASSUME ITS RESPONSIBILITY FOR OPERATING, PLANNING AND
REGULATING WASTEWATER SYSTEMS AS DESIGNATED IN THE MSD
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7.3 WATER SERVICE
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POLICY
7.3.1 THE CITY OF TIGARD SHALL COORDINATE WITH THE TIGARD WATER DISTRICT AND
THE METZGER WATER DISTRICT TO PROVIDE A HIGH S ! A " ! e • • - — - —
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7.1 SEWER SERVICE
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POLICIES
7.1.1 THE CITY SHALL:
a. DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE SEWER PLAN THAT IDENTIFIES THE PRESENT AND
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b. REQUIRE THAT FUTURE EXTENSIONS OF COLLECTOR SEWER LINES SHALL BE
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HAVE FAILING SEPTIC SYSTEMS SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE PUBLIC SEWER
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7.1.3 IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF NEW SEWER SYSTEMS, PRIORITY SHALL:
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7.5.2 AS A PART OF THE ONGOING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW,THE CITY SHALL:
a. REQUIRE VISIBLE IDENTIFICATION SIGNS TO ASSIST EMERGENCY VEHICLES IN
LOCATING THE AREA OF THE PROBLEM;
b. UTILIZE DEFENSIBLE SPACE CONCEPTS;AND
C. REQUIRE THE TIGARD POLICE DEPARTMENT TO REVIEW DEVELOPMENT
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3) Provisions requiring the Tigard Police Department to review development permit
applications-
programs,
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Pacific Highway;
Main Street;
Walnut Street;
Tiedeman;
Railroad crossings at Hall Boulevard and Main Street.
POLICY
a. THE -DEVELOPMENT BE SERVED BY A WATER SYSTEM HAVING ADEQUATE
WATER PRESSURE FOR FIRE PROTECTION PURPOSES;
b. THE DEVELOPMENT SHALL NOT REDUCE THE WATER PRESSURE IN THE AREA
BELOW A LEVEL ADEQUATE FOR FIRE PROTECTION PURPOSES; AND
c. THE APPLICABLE FIRE DISTRICT REVIEW ALL APPLICATIONS.
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7.7 PRIVATE UTILITIES
Findings
POLICY
7.7.1 COMMUNITY LAND USE PLANNING SHALL BE COORDINATED WITH PRIVATE UTILITY
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7.9 HEALTH SERVICES
Findings
POLICY
7.9.1 THE CITY SHALL:
a. ENCOURAGE COOPERATION BETWEEN LOCAL, STATE, FEDERAL AND PRIVATE
SERVICES• AND
b. PROVIDE THE OPPORTUNITY FOR THE NECESSARY HEALTH SERVICES TO BE
DEVELOPMENT CODE.
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7.10 LOCAL GOVERNMENT FACILITIES
Findings
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THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT.
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7.11 LIBRARY SERVICES
Findings
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POLICY
7.11.1 THE CITY SHALL, WHERE ECONOMICALLY FEASIBLE, PROVIDE FOR LIBRARY SERVICES
WHICH MEET THE USER DEMAND OF ITS RESIDENTS.
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7.12.1 THE CITY SHALL RECOGNIZE THE METROPOLITAN SERVICE DISTRICTS (MSD)
RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY TO PREPARE AND IMPLEMENT A SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT PLAN, AND WILL PARTICIPATE IN THESE PROCEDURES AS
APPROPRIATE.
7.12.2 THE CITY SHALL PROVIDE THE OPPORTUNITY TO ESTABLISH-A PERMANENT, FULL LINE
CODE. THE LOCATION -SHOULD BE NEAR THE CENTER OF THE COMMUNITY AND
SHOULD BE OPEN EVERY DAY.
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Public Facilities and Services Policy Building Blocks
GOAL
Goal 11.1 Develop and maintain a stormwater system that protects
development, water resources, and wildlife habitat.
POLICY BUILDING BLOCKS:
Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
• CWS Stormwater Mngt Plan and Fanno Cr Watershed Mngt Plan
Stormwater produced are for protection of water quality and flood control.
from new developments • New development must comply with CWS Design and
must be properly planned Construction Standards that have been adopted by the City.
for • Current residents should not be required to subsidize new
development.
• The City must ensure all new development is in compliance with
the Clean Water Act, OARs, and ORS.
• Access to stormwater infrastructure is important for future
maintenance needs.
Assembled Policy (example):
The City shall require that all new development:
A. construct the appropriate stormwater facilities or ensure construction by
paying their fair share of the cost,
B. complies with adopted plans and standards for stormwater management; and
C. meets or exceeds regional, state, and federal standards for water quality and
flood protection.
The City shall require unobstructed maintenance access to all stormwater infrastructure
and easements.
Policy Principle(Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
• CWS submits a Stormwater Mngt Plan to DEQ.
Clean Water Services • The 1997 Fanno Cr Mngt Plan directs drainage improvements and
holds the combined has been adopted by the City.
NPDES and MS4 permits • CWS Design and Construction Standards have been adopted by
for the Tualatin River the City.
Basin • The City and CWS have an IGA outlining the work program for
best management practices in the operation and maintenance of
the system
Assembled Policy:
The City shall continue to collaborate with Clean Water Services in the planning,
operation, and maintenance of a comprehensive stormwater management system for
current and projected Tigard residents.
The City shall ensure the stormwater management system complies with all applicable
federal, state, and regional regulations and programs.
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Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
• All stormwater is eventually removed from the community via a
stream or river.
The stormwater system is • Properly functioning riparian corridors and floodplains can help
a mix of natural and improve water quality and reduce stream bed scouring.
piped systems. • Open drainage ways provide wildlife habitat as well as aesthetic
value to the community.
• CWS Design and Construction Standards protect vegetated
corridors(stream riparian areas).
Assembled Policy:
The City shall maintain existing open drainage ways in their natural state for stormwater
treatment and conveyance.
Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
• The voluntary habitat friendly development practices adopted by
Tigard seek to protect wildlife habitat and include a number of low
A number of impact development strategies to reduce stormwater runoff.
development practices • Green street concepts can help to reduce stormwater runoff.
exist to reduce through natural infiltration.
stormwater runoff. • The reconstruction of Burnham and Main Streets will incorporate
green street concepts.
• Not all areas are conducive to all green street and low impact
development practices because of topography, soil type, and land
use intensity, but may benefit from certain treatments.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall encourage low impact development practices and green street
concepts to reduce the amount of andtor treat stormwater entering the system.
The Policy Interest Team was interested in including language to move the habitat friendly development
practices beyond voluntary.
The Policy Interest Team was interested in researching incentives for developers to incorporate green
concepts into their design.
Policy Principle(Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
The maintenance and • System development charges for new development can be used
improvement of the for capital projects identified in CWS plans.
stormwater system must • Surface water management fees can be used for operations and
be adequately funded to • maintenance of infrastructure.
High dollar capital projects identified in the CIP must have
perform properly. budgetary support to get completed.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall develop sustainable funding mechanisms:
A. for stormwater system maintenance,
B. to improve deficiencies within the existing system; and
C. to implement stormwater system improvements identified in the Capital
Improvement Plan.
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Public Facilities and Services Policy Building Blocks
GOAL
Goal 11.2 Ensure a reliable, high quality water supply to meet the existing
and future needs of the community.
POLICY BUILDING BLOCKS:
Policy Principle(Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
The City does not own a • Three feasibility studies are in progress and will provide direction
water source capable of for long-term supply options.
meeting the current or • Tigard Beyond Tomorrow identified "Equity position in a regional
future demand of its water system by 2007"as a goal. o
residents. • Currently, the Tigard Water Service purchases nearly 90%of its
supply.
• Source and supply must be of high Quality
• Actions must not place a financial burden on the ratepayers
Assembled Policy (example):
The City shall secure an interest in a high quality, long-term water supply,which is
financially feasible and reliable, ,to serve the Tigard Water Service
Area.
Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
The Tualatin Valley Water • The TVWD has recently updated its Water Master Mngt Plan.
District supplies water to • New development within the City served by TVWD must ensure
the northeast area of the adequate supply and pressure before land use approval.
City. • The City has no role in the operation or management of TVWD.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall coordinate with Tualatin Valley Water District to ensure adequate supply
and pressure to meet consumption and fire protection needs for the portion of Tigard
they serve.
Policy Principle(Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
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is set up as an enterprise connections,
fund, operating solely on • Water consumption rates must be sufficient to recover costs of
revenue the system operation.
creates.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall ensure Tigard Water Service operations remain financially self-supporting.
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Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
System Development • New development and connections create additional supply,
Charges ensure transmission, and storage needs.
ratepayers are not • System Development Charges are earmarked for specific use
subsidizing new
connections.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall require all new connections within the Tigard Water Service Area to pay a
system development charge.
Action Measure: Research and implement an SDC structure that doesn't penalize residential
structures for installing a fire sprinkler system.
Policy Principle (Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
• Connections to a public water supply ensure high quality drinking
water and protection of ASR wells.
New development must • New development should pay for the costs associated with
ensure hooking up to the system.
nsure potable water is •
Adequate pressure must be available to meet consumption and
available. fire protection needs.
• Future expansion of the system must be planned during the
development design phase.
Assembled Policy:
• The City shall require that all new development:
A. connect to a public water system,
B. pay a system development charge and other costs associated with
extending service,
C. ensures adequate pressure to meet consumption and fire protection needs; and
D. extend adequately sized water lines with sufficient pressure to the
boundaries of the property for anticipated future extension.
The City shall develop and maintain a water system master plan to coordinate the
improvement and expansion of Tigard Water Service Area infrastructure to serve current
• and projected demand.
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The City shall require unobstructed maintenance access to all public water infrastructure
and easements.
Policy Interest Team raised the issue if the pressure is not available, how could the City enforce
• hooking up to the system
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Policy Principle (Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Water conservation can • The City has a Water Conservation Coordinator on staff to help
educate the public.
help keep operation and . Water supply is a finite resource that must be used wisely.
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maintenance costs • Ensuring no leaks in the system greatly impacts the amount of
down. water purchased and used.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall encourage water conservation through education programs and
maintenance of the system.
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Policy Principle (Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
• The City has made a substantial investment in ASR wells.
Municipal water supply • Personal well drilling has the potential to disrupt ASR function
needs protection from and cause contamination.
contamination. • The City must follow state law regarding the drilling of personal
wells and should collaborate during the process of permitting and
review.
• Backflow devices are important in controlling contamination of the
water supply
Assembled Policy:
The City shall prohibit activities that have the potential for contamination of the municipal
water supply.
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Policy Principle (Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
The Oregon Dept of • Sanitary Water quality and operation surveys are performed
Human Services and every three years and rate the operating conditions, staff •
Water Resources Dept credentials, and maintenance of the system.
license water distribution • Water quality standards have been developed and must be met.
systems.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall comply with all state and federal laws and regulations relating to potable
water.
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GOAL
Goal 11.3 Develop and maintain a wastewater collection system that
meets the existing and future needs of the community.
POLICY BUILDING BLOCKS:
Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Wastewater collection • New development should connect to the system.
and disposal is important • The community should not subsidize the expansion of the system
for the health, safety, and for new development.
welfare of the • Wastewater plans have been developed by CWS to ensure proper
functioning and capacity of the system.
community.
Assembled Policy (example):
1. The City shall require that all new development:
A. connects to the public wastewater system and pays a connection fee,
B. constructs the appropriate wastewater infrastructure; and
C. complies with adopted plans and standards for wastewater management.
Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
CWS holds the NPDES • The City cooperates in the planning of the system.
permit for the Tualatin • The City holds an IGA with CWS for operation and maintenance of
Basin wastewater the system
system. • Good planning is essential to a well-functioning system.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall continue to collaborate with Clean Water Services in the planning,
operation, and maintenance of a comprehensive wastewater management system for
current and projected Tigard residents.
The City shall ensure the wastewater management system complies with all applicable
federal, state, and regional regulations and programs.
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Policy Principle(Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Septic systems can • Septic systems are permitted by Washington County.
cause water quality • The City has a program that extends the wastewater system to
problems if not unserved neighborhoods.
functioning properly. • Connection to the wastewater system is beneficial to the health,
welfare, and safety of the community.
OAR 340-71-0160 regulates onsite wastewater treatment systems
Assembled Policy:
' The City shall prohibit the repair or replacement of septic tank systems within the City, to
the extent it has jurisdiction, unless it is not feasible to connect to the wastewater
system.
The Policy Interest Team asked about the financial impacts of being made to connect with the wastewater system
compared to the cost of repairing a septic system.
The Policy Interest Team asked for an action measure to create a program for scheduled payments for residents
who cannot financially afford the price of hook-up
Policy Principle(Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
The City's interest lies in • To be equitable, services should be paid for in fair share by
providing services to its everyone receiving them.
residents. • State law outlines the rules regarding the provision of city services
to rural lands
Assembled Policy:
The City shall require annexation prior to any property receiving wastewater services.
Policy Principle (Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Operation and • The City collects a service fee that is used to fund the operation
maintenance is critical to and maintenance of the system.
the proper function of • The City and CWS have an agreement on the allocation of
the system. connection and service fees.
• The City must have access to infrastructure in order to properly
maintain the system.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall ensure wastewater fees are adequate to fund the operation and
maintenance of the system.
The City shall require maintenance access to all wastewater infrastructure
and easements.
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Public Facilities and Services Policy Building Blocks
GOAL
Goal 11.4 Ensure adequate public facilities and services to serve meet the
health, safety, education, and leisure needs of all Tigard residents.
POLICY BUILDING BLOCKS: •
Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
The Community • Allows for the organized planning of public facility and service
Investment Plan outlines expansion.
5-year public needs and • Provides a clear path to follow and allows the community to view •
costs. where the budget is coming from and will be spent.
• Creates orderly provision of public facilities and services.
Assembled Policy (example):
The City shall continue to develop and maintain a
Capital Improvement Plan to help provide for the orderly provision of public facilities and
services.
Policy Principle(Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
As the community grows, • Police, fire, schools, and municipal government must provide
so shall the public adequate service to meet the demand of the community.
facilities and services. • Coordination is important to plan for growth and expansion of
infrastructure
• Long-term financing must be stable to meet demands of growth
Assembled Policy:
The City shall support the delivery of accessible public facilities and services through
ensuring adequate administrative and general governance services.
The City shall coordinate the expansion and equitable, long-term funding of public
facilities and services with the overall growth of the community.
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Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Public safety and health • Police and fire services must have adequate access and a safe
is important environment to operate within.
considerations in • There must be adequate service to serve the development.
planning new • Police and fire services should review all proposed development
development. applications.
evelopment.
• Fire services plan review fire hydrant location and water pressure
to ensure meeting fire code.
• Fire code requirements are inspected by City staff.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall require that all new development:
A. can be provided fire and police protection,
B. provide Tigard Police, Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue, and the school districts
the opportunity to comment on the proposal,
C. has sufficient fire hydrants and fire flow,
D. has a street layout and design that is accessible by emergency vehicles; and
E. has buildings that meet fire and building code requirements.
Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Limited developable land • TVF&R and the school districts may have the need for new
is available for new facilities within Tigard.
facilities. • The City must cooperate in the planning for any new facilities to
ensure they meet the needs of all.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall work with partner agencies and districts in the planning and locating of
their new facilities.
Policy Principle(Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Library services have • Adequate funding must be in place to provide necessary services
• been identified as to the community.
important to the • Appropriate facilities and locations are also very important.
■ The Senior Center is also an important resource and facility in the
community. community.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall ensure library services are accessible to the community and are sufficient
to meet user demands.
The City shall ensure the Senior Center is available to serve the needs of the community.
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Policy Principle(Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
School districts plan for • Coordination between the City and districts is important to ensure
projected enrollments planning effort is consistent.
based on housing and • New development impacts school enrollment differently based on
potential new the type of development.
development.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall coordinate with the school districts to ensure adequate capacity to serve
new development proposals.
Policy Principle(Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
City services should be
• Downtown Tigard is a central location to the community.
• The Downtown Tigard Improvement Plan recommends for
accessible and adequate municipal services in the Downtown.
to support the • Municipal buildings and staff must be in place to serve the needs
community. of the community.
■ Public Works fleet may not be the best use in downtown.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall locate appropriate municipal administration offices and services in
downtown Tigard.
Policy Principle(Cornerstone): Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Responding to
• Planning for emergencies is part of a successful response to
them.
emergencies is critical to . Coordination and collaboration with neighboring jurisdictions and
the health and welfare of districts is important.
the community. • The City currently maintains an Emergency Operations Plan.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall:
A. plan for and provide sufficient resources to respond to emergencies;
B. coordinate and collaborate with the appropriate jurisdictions, agencies, and
districts for emergency response;
C. participate in emergency preparedness exercises on a periodic basis; and
D. maintain an Emergency Operations Plan that is updated on a regular basis.
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Public Facilities and Services Policy Building Blocks
GOAL
Goal 11.5 Ensure private utilities provide the needed energy and
communication services for the community.
POLICY BUILDING BLOCKS:
Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
• New development must be served by energy and communication
Private utilities provide services and is responsible for coordinating their availability.
energy and • Above ground wires are not aesthetically pleasing to most of the
communication services community and placing the lines underground is an easier process
through franchise during development.
agreements. • Easements are sometimes necessary to ensure access for the
maintenance of the utilities.
Assembled Policy (example):
The City shall require that all new development:
A. secures the required energy and communication utilities,
B. places new utilities underground, when feasible, or pays an in-lieu-of fee when
crossing or adjacent to a public right-of-way; and
C. provides necessary easements for energy and communication services.
Policy Principle (Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Many existing utilities are • During redevelopment or during road construction, the opportunity
located above ground arises to underground utilities.
and are unsightly. • It is not always feasible to re-route utilities underground.
• Potentially hazardous during storm condtions
Assembled Policy:
The City shall require the placement of existing services underground, when feasible, or pay an
in-lieu-of fee during redevelopment or street construction.
Policy Principle(Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Coordinated expansion • Current and planned infrastructure must be efficiently developed
of utilities helps avoid and maintained.
conflicts in the right-of- • Multiple street cuts increase public costs.
way.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall coordinate with private utilities during installation to minimize public costs to
maintain curbs, gutters, streets, and sidewalks.
Policy Principle(Cornerstone) : Other Building Blocks (actions and results)
Wireless communication • Collocation of wireless communication services can reduce the
towers have a visual impact of towers.
impact upon the • Collocation can also reduce costs to the service providers.
community.
Assembled Policy:
The City shall require the collocation of wireless communication services on existing towers
whenever possible.
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