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CITY OF TIGARD
CCAC—City Center Advisory Commission
Name of Board, Commission or Committee
April 30,2014
Date of Meeting
Joe Patton
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June 12,2014
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City of Tigard
City Center Advisory Commission Agenda
TIGARD
MEETING DATE: Wednesday, April 30, 2014— 6:30— 8:30 p.m.
MEETING LOCATION: Tigard Public Library 2nd Floor Conference Room
13500 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard OR 97223
Note:From 5:30-6:30 p.m. there will be a `Pre Meeting Open House,"an opportunity to talk to TriMet pr yect designers
and learn aboutproposed High Capacity Transit alignments through Tigard and the rest of the corridor. Tigard segments
include: Triangle; Crossing Hwy 217;Downtown;Downtown to Durham. Open to the public.
1. Welcome and Introductions.......................................................................................................6:30 — 6:35
2. Non-Agenda Items/ Public Comment.....................................................................................6:35 — 6:40
3. Comment on Proposed HCT Alignments in Downtown Tigard.........................................6:40 — 7:10
Tri Met staff will present High Capacity Transit alignment options in the Downtown segment and answer questions.
The SWI Corridor Steering Committee will select the High Capacity Transit alignment options to be included in a
Draft Environmental Impact Study, which will be a 2-3 year engineering design, operations analysis.
(TriMet staff)
4. Proposed Amendment to City Center Urban Renewal Plan and Property Purchase..........7:10 — 7:40
Review proposed property purchase and proposed amendment to the City Center Urban Renewal Plan needed to
complete the purchase.Action item: Consider recommending approval of proposed amendment to the CCDA Board.
(Sean Farrelly)
5. Downtown Public Space Discussion ........................................................................................7:40 — 8:00
Discussion on public space in the Downtown
(Chair Murphy)
6. CCAC 2014 Goals/Objectives...................................................................................................8:00 — 8:30
Continuation of discussion from CCAC Goal Setting meeting
(Vice-chair Arendes)
7. Adjourn Business Meeting............................................................................................................8:30 p.m.
Uucoming meetings of note:
Monday,April 28,Tigard Budget Committee,Public Works Auditorium (8777 SW Hall Blvd.),6:30 p.m.
Monday,May 5,Tigard Budget Committee,Public Works Auditorium (8777 SW Hall Blvd.), 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday,May 6,City Center Development Agency Board meeting,Red Rock Creek Conference Room, 6:30 p.m.
Monday,May 12,Tigard Budget Committee, 6:30 p.m. (if needed)
Wednesday, May 14,Regular CCAC Meeting,Library Community Room, 6:30 p.m.
Note:Weekly Main Street Green Street construction update meetings at Symposium Coffee,Tuesday mornings,7-8:00 AM
CITY CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION AGENDA—April 30, 2014
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City Center Advisory Commission
° Meeting Minutes
Date of Meeting: Wednesday,April 30, 2014
Location: Library 2nd Floor Conference Room
Called to order by: Chair Tom Murphy
Time Started: 6:30 pm
Time Ended: 8:30 pm
Commissioners Present: Chair Thomas Murphy (Tom);Vice Chair Carine Arendes;
Deanie Bush; Laura Fisher;Paul Miller;Linh Pao; Richard
Shave
Commissioners Absent: Sherrie Devaney;Henry (Hank) March;Alternate Lynn Scroggin
Others Present: Council Liaison Marland Henderson; Calista Fitzgerald; Evelyn Murphy; Neal Brown;Mark
Carleton; Kevin Watkins; Kelly Betteridge (TriMet); David Aulwes (TriMet);Matt Bihn (Metro)
Staff Present: Downtown Redevelopment Project Manager Sean Farrelly
AGENDA ITEM #1: Welcome and Introductions
Chair Tom Murphy opened the meeting and Sean recorded the roll call.
AGENDA ITEM #2: Non-Agenda Items/Public Comment—None
AGENDA ITEM#3: Comment on Proposed HCT Alignments in Downtown Tigard
David Aulwes of TriMet presented proposed HCT Alignments through Tigard.A few of them will be
chosen by the SW Corridor Steering Committee to be studied in the Draft Environmental Impact
Statement which is a 2—3 year engineering, design, and operations analysis. David Aulwes answered a
number of clarifying questions about the various alignments.
The best way to comment on the alignments was an online survey (Sean will send out the link) and to
attend the Planning Forum at the Public Works Auditorium on May 13.
AGENDA ITEM #4: Proposed Amendment to City Center Urban Renewal Plan and Property
Purchase
The proposed property acquisition of the Miller Property (9110 SW Burnham) for$1.3 million was
discussed. The required debt service payments will impact the CCDA work program for FY 2014-15.
For example the Facade and Targeted Improvement Programs will be put on hold.
The acquisition requires amending the City Center Urban Renewal Plan to add "Property Acquisition"
as a project and specifically listing the Miller property acquisition as a project. "Property Disposition"
will also be added as a project. Both of these activities were authorized in the plan. Members present
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voted unanimously to recommend approval of the proposed amendments (Exhibit A) to the CCDA
Board
AGENDA ITEM #5: Downtown Public Space Discussion
In preparation for the presentation by Michele Reeves at the May 6"' CCD A meeting, CCAC members
discussed"What makes a successful or unsuccessful public space"? The following characteristics were
mentioned as common to successful parks: good location;water; safe and well-lit;presence of a
landmark or focal point; activated space,presence of children;adjacent to businesses of interest;
programs or special events held there.
AGENDA ITEM #6: CCAC 2014 Goals/Objectives
Vice Chair Arendes distributed Attachment 1 which summarized the discussion from CCAC Goal
Setting meeting. The consensus was the proposed goals and objectives captured the discussion. She will
send out the document electronically to the commissioners and will aim to finalize at the May meeting.
AGENDA ITEM #7: Adjourn Business Meeting
The meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm.
Sean Farrelly, Redevelopment Project Manager
ATTEST:
Thomas J. Murphy,rhair
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EXHIBIT A
Proposed new text is shown in double- nd rline
V. URBAN RENEWAL PRQJECTS
Urban renewal projects authorized under the Plan, which may be undertaken by the Agency, are
described below and shown in Figures 2 to 7. To preserve and enhance the Area's natural resources,
projects will be designed and implemented with consideration for ecologically sensitive areas and to
minimize the impacts of development on the environment. Property acquisition may be required
for these projects. Further, some of the projects described herein will require participation of other
public agencies. In addition real prgi2erty ar Ws t+ n and disposition are Proiec�t��l�r the plan as
described in Section V.paragraphs H and I
A. Street Improvements
Street Improvements projects are designed to improve multimodal circulation and connectivity
within downtown Tigard. The projects will also facilitate access between downtown and adjacent
residential, commercial and employment areas. To create a pedestrian environment that encourages
active uses such as shopping,entertainment and commercial business activity,utilities may be under-
grounded concurrent with street improvements.
1. Ash Avenue Extension Scoffins to Burnham Including RR Crossing
The extension of Ash Avenue from Burnham Street to Commercial Street is a project under the
Plan. A new railroad crossing will be developed as part of the project.
2. Scoffins Street/Hall Boulevard/Hunziker Re-Alignment
The re-alignment of the Scoffins Street/Hall Boulevard/Hunziker Road intersection is a project
under the Plan. Currently, Scoffins Street and Hunziker are poorly aligned, which increases
congestion and slows traffic at this three-way intersection.
3. Hall Blvd/Highway 99W Intersection Improvements
Improvements to the intersection of Hall Boulevard/Highway 99W are a project under the Plan.
The project will improve multimodal circulation and safety and reduce congestion at this major
intersection,which serves as an important gateway to downtown.
4. Greenburg Road/Highway 99W Intersection Improvements
The City has recently commissioned a study that will determine what improvements will be needed
to reduce congestion and increase multimodal circulation at the intersection of Greenburg Road and
Highway 99W. Tax increment revenues may be used to finance recommended intersection
improvements.
5. Burnham Street Improvements
The reconstruction and widening of Burnham Street is a project under the Plan.
6. Center Street Improvements
Upgrades and improvements to Center Street are a project under the Plan.
B. Streetscape Improvements
The Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan identifies landscaping features, street trees and street
furniture as improvements that will enhance the physical appearance of downtown and attract a
broader range of users, including shoppers, tourists and commercial employers. Streetscape
improvements on the following streets in the downtown area are a Project under the Plan;
1. Main Street
2. Burnham Street
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3. Commercial Street
4. Ash Avenue
5. Scoffins Road
6. Center Street
C. Bike/Pedestrian Facilities
Bike/Pedestrian Facilities are designed to facilitate safe and convenient multimodal access
throughout the Urban Renewal Area.
1. Commuter Rail Access
The provision of pedestrian access to the proposed downtown Tigard commuter rail station from
Burnham Street is a project under the Plan.
2. Hall Blvd.
This project will increase pedestrian access and safety by eliminating gaps in the sidewalk on the east
side of Hall Boulevard and repairing sidewalks and curbs on both sides of Hall Boulevard as needed.
3. Scoffins Street
The installation of bicycle lanes and sidewalks on Scoffins Street, which currently lacks pedestrian
and bicycle facilities,is a project under the Plan.
4. Tigard Street
This project will provide a new bike lane on the south side of Tigard Street and upgrade the existing
bike lane on the north side to standard.
5. Highway 99W
The installation of contiguous sidewalks on both sides of Highway 99W and a grade-separated
bicycle/pedestrian crossing at Greenburg Road to increase pedestrian and bicycle safety is a project
under the Plan.
6. Center Street
The provision of sidewalks and bicycle lanes on Center Street is a project under the Plan.
7. Enhanced Pedestrian Bridge over Fanno Creek Connecting to Ash Avenue
The design and construction of an enhanced pedestrian bridge over Fanno Creek,connecting to Ash
Avenue, is a project under the Plan. This project will facilitate access between residential
neighborhoods west of Fanno Creek and downtown and will be designed to minimize impacts to
sensitive areas and preserve wetlands buffers.
8. Conversion of Existing North Rail Corridor into a Multi-use Pedestrian Trail
The conversion of the existing north rail corridor into a multi-use pedestrian trail is a project under
the Plan. This project will increase pedestrian access and provide new recreational opportunities for
residents, workers and visitors to downtown. Key components of the project may include bio-
swales, native vegetation, pervious pavement and low impact stormwater conveyance/treatment
features that will distinguish downtown Tigard from other communities by promoting sustainable
development.
9. Tigard Street/Grant Bicycle/Pedestrian Crossing
The design and construction of a new at-grade bicycle/pedestrian crossing that will extend from the
intersection of Tigard Street and Grant Street (south of the railroad) to the north side of the railroad
tracks is a project under the Plan. The crossing will facilitate circulation and access to downtown by
non-motorized vehicles.Automobiles and other motorized vehicles will be prohibited.
D. Parks
1. Fanno Creek Park Improvements
Upgrades and improvements to Fanno Creek Park, as well as the preservation and restoration of
environmentally sensitive areas,is a project under the Plan.
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2. Skateboard Park
The construction of a new skateboard park is a project under the Plan. The proposed location of the
skateboard park is the City Hall parking lot.
E. Public Spaces
1. Green Corridor/Urban Creek
The development of a green corridor/urban creek that will extend from the intersection of Highway
99W and Hall Boulevard through downtown and to Fanno Creek in a project under the Plan. Key
components of the project may include bio-swales, native vegetation, pervious pavement and other
low impact stormwater conveyance/treatment features.
2. Plazas
The design and construction of public plazas that will serve as public gathering spaces is a project
under the Plan.This project will encourage a broader range of active and passive recreational uses in
downtown and attract more residents and visitors to the area.
3. Urban Green Spaces
The development of high quality urban green spaces suitable for a range of recreational uses is a
project under the Plan. Similar to the plazas project, this project will increase the overall livability
and attraction of the downtown area. The urban green space will be designed to promote the
preservation and restoration of environmentally sensitive areas.
4. Public Market
The design and development of a public market in the proposed public use area near Fanno Creek is
a project under the Plan.
F. Public Facilities
The Plan includes the following public facilities. Prior to the expenditure of tax increment revenues
for any of these projects, the Agency will be required to adopt a Minor Amendment to the Plan (as
provided in Section XII) explaining how the facility serves or benefits the Area, and further stating
the proportion of the benefits of these facilities that will accrue to the Area and finding that the
amount of the expenditure is proportional to the amount of benefit to the Area. Design and
development will be a part of all proposed public facilities projects identified in the Plan.
1. Performing Arts Center
The design and construction of a performing arts center in downtown Tigard is a project under the
Plan. This project,which is recommended in the Tigard Downtown Improvement Plan,will provide
new entertainment and recreation opportunities that will attract residents and out-of-town visitors to
downtown.
2. Public Parking Facilities
The design and construction of new public parking facilities is a project under the Plan. As new
shopping, recreational and entertainment uses, including the proposed performing arts center and
public market, are established in the downtown area, new public parking facilities will be needed to
accommodate the anticipated increase in parking demand.
3. Post Office Relocation
The relocation of the existing downtown post office is a project under the Plan.
4. Public Market Area
The development of a public market area in the proposed public use area near Fanno Creek is a
project under the Plan.
5. Public Restrooms
The provision of public restrooms in public gathering spaces is a project under the Plan.
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G. Planning and Development Assistance
Offering the following types of planning and development assistance to support the development,
redevelopment and rehabilitation of private property in the Area is a project under the Plan.
Detailed rules and regulations for the administration of financial and technical assistance programs
will be established by the Agency after adoption of the Plan in order to ensure that urban renewal
funds are used in compliance with the Plan and for the agreed upon Plan purposes. The adoption
and amendment of such programs, rules and regulations would not be considered changes to the
Plan.
1. Rehabilitation/Redevelopment Grant/Loan Program
The Urban Renewal Plan authorizes loans and/or grants for property rehabilitation and
redevelopment. Property to be improved may be residential or commercial. Loans may be at or
below market rates, and assistance can include direct loans or guarantees of loans made by third
parties.
2. New Development Grant/Loan Program
In addition to providing rehabilitation and redevelopment assistance, the Urban Renewal Plan
authorizes loans and/or grants for new development.Property to be improved may be residential or
commercial. Loans may be at or below market rates, and assistance can include direct loans or
guarantees of loans made by third parties.
3. Technical Assistance Program
The Urban Renewal Plan authorizes technical assistance in the form of site studies, market studies,
feasibility analyses, engineering and design and other activities directly related to development of
property in the urban renewal area. Examples of such technical assistance may include structural
analysis of downtown building to promote rehabilitation of underutilized buildings and relocation
strategies for existing downtown businesses seeking to move to an alternative site within the urban
renewal area.
4. Commercial Facade Improvement Loans
To create a distinct identity for downtown Tigard that is visually appealing and unified, the Urban
Renewal Plan authorizes facade improvement loans for commercial development. Improvements
will be used to enhance the architectural integrity and character of historic commercial buildings and
storefronts in need of a "face lift."
H Real Property Acquisiition
In addition to acquisition of real proper or any interest in real proms 7 in conjunction with the
Projects identified in paragraphs A through G real property may be acquired as determined by the
Aaency to be necessary to further the Goals and Objectives of the City Center Renewal Plan and a
provided in Section VIII paragraph A This includes acquisition of real propertyfroom sellers
to stPPort development or redevelopment of retail office housing and mixed useiect within the
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ea-1. Burnham Street Property_TaxlOt ID 2S12AC-00202 will be acquired.
I Real Property Disposition.
In addition to disposal of real property, or any interest in real 1=12erty, in conjunction with the
Projects identified in parautaphs A through G real property may be disposed of as determined by
the Agency to be necessaa to further the Goals and Objectives of the City Center Renewal Plan and
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s provided in Section `III paragraph A. This includes =1 j2ror2eM=di=sidQn o s imor
development or redevelopment of retail_ office h-ousing and mixed use projec�hip the Area.
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Proposed 2014 Goals and Objectives for Discussion
Support URA Plan projects
• Participate in public process for the design of Tigard Street Trail and adjacent public plaza and
promote participation by other downtown stakeholders
• Support staff and council efforts to acquire property for downtown plaza/public space and
advise on specific initiatives
o Includes Brownfield program, Saxony property acquisition and Plaza acquisition
• Support and Advise CCDA on Parking Management Plan
Support programs & staff work to facilitate identified URA Plan & City Council Goals
• Support and advise CCDA regarding strategies to support residential development in the URA
o Includes VHZ, private redevelopment programs, Public Works development and
other initiatives
• Support staff work to develop programs to address private redevelopment and pursue CCAC
sub-committee work regarding incentive matrix for developers
o Strategy development can support future initiative such the possible relocation
of the Post Office and the development of other desirable URA Plan projects
including an Arts facility, permanent Farmers Market location, etc
• Support and advise CCDA on streetscape improvements that will attract, enhance and
increase recreational, shopping and transportation experiences in URA
o Includes FIP/TIP programs, Strolling Street program, Main St/Green St, and
bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects
Communications and Economic Development
• Identify primary and secondary liaisons to attend CCDA, PRAB, and TTAC meetings;
assign/recruit other liaisons as needed
• Explore opportunities to enhance and improve city sponsored URA Communications .
• Support efforts by the city, TDA and individual business owners to mitigate impacts of Green
Street Construction on businesses
• Assess options for engaging in a marketing and/or branding campaign and make
recommendation to CCDA
Objectives Analysis
Objectives with Number of responses
3 - Promote private redevelopment (incentives, programs, health and safety code compliance)
2 - Development of city-owned parcel/RR—ROW adjacent to Tigard Street Trail
2 - Downtown plaza/public space property acquisition
2 - Mitigate impacts of Green Street Construction on businesses
2 - Housing Development Strategies
1- Marketing and Branding of Downtown
1- Enhance URA Communications
1-Address Parking Management
1-Relocate Post Office
Points of Comparison
City Council 2013-2014 Downtown Goals
Urban renewal ballot measure: Tigard voters clarify authority/projects
Strategy for redevelopment of city-owned property
Resolve composition of CCDA
Main St./Green St. Construction
Continue Downtown Plaza Site acquisition and design approval (contingent on site acquisition)
Continue Tigard St. Trail negotiation, design and development (Through June 2014)
Finalize downtown redevelopment opportunities-if issues can be addressed (June 2014)
Advance options for rail crossing "trade" for Ash Avenue at-grade crossing (Through 2014)
Explore Pacific Highway Urban Renewal District options (Late 2014)
Staff Work Plan/Bubble Chart 2013-2017
Note: Only those tasks scheduled from Sept 2013-March 2015 listed below
Trail undercrossing lighting Saxony Property Acquisition
2 Tenant Improvement Projects (TIP) (Sept 2013) Plaza Property Acquisition
TDA Capacity Building (Sept 2013) TDA Capacity Building (Sept 2014)
Brownfield Initiative TIP (Sept 2014)
Vertical Housing Development Zone Main Street Fair
Main Street Public Art Gateway Tigard Street Trail
8 completed Facade Improvement Projects (FIP) Main Street Green Street
Public Works/ 2nd Site Developer Engagement Four (4) FIP (March 2015)
Downtown Parking Management
Objectives clustered thematically under potential goals
2013 (and previous) Goal Topics
Proiect Infrastructure Facade Improvement and Targeted
• Development adjacent to Tigard Incentive Programs
Street Trail • Promote private redevelopment
• Downtown plaza/public space
property acquisition Land Use and Transportation
• Relocate Post Office • Address Parking Management
• Housing Development Strategies • Relocate Post Office
Economic Development
• Housing Development Strategies
• Mitigate impacts of Green Street Communication
Construction on businesses Enhance URA Communications
• Marketing and Branding of
Downtown
Inductive goal categories
URA Plan proiects Work related to identified Communications & Econ Dev
• Development adjacent URA Plan & City Council • Enhance URA
to Tigard Street Trail Goals Communications
• Downtown . Housing Development . Mitigate impacts of Green
plaza/public space Strategies Street Construction on
property acquisition • Promote private businesses
• Address Parking redevelopment . Marketing and Branding of
Management Downtown
• Relocate Post Office
Time Frame
Short Term Medium Term Long Term
•Address Parking • Development adjacent to • Relocate Post Office
Management Tigard Street Trail
• Promote private . Downtown plaza/public
redevelopment space property acquisition
• Enhance URA . Housing Development
Communications Strategies
• Mitigate impacts of Green • Marketing and Branding of
Street Construction on Downtown
businesses
Objectives Summary
1) Secure a location for a downtown plaza
2) Find solutions for Main St., businesses for the economic impact they are facing with
construction.
3) Branding the Downtown
4) Memorial Wall on the property leased by the City from the RR
5) Design & implement the "mini-plaza" next to Symposium where the railroad right-of-
way daylights onto Main Street
6) Continue to monitor the Main Street Green Street project, with particular attention on
mitigating the impacts on merchants.
7) Refine & operationalize the incentive matrix for private development in the URD.
8) Site Housing in or near the downtown core area -The VHDZ program
9) Parking associated with housing could become an issue
10) Address Blighted or Deteriorated Buildings
11) Relocate Post Office off of Main Street (prefer Burnham Street site)
12) Support city acquisition of property for public space development
13) Support strategies that facilitate residential development (VHZ, Developer Incentive
Matrix)
14) Update website & create new communication materials for URA
Objectives Full Text
1. Secure a location for a downtown plaza
2. Find solutions for Main St., businesses for the economic impact they are facing with
construction.
3. Branding the Downtown — I read your email regarding CIRD and the Orton
family Foundation. Their speaker on the web on May 8 will be Ben Muldrow and I hope
to watch that. Marland Henderson heard Mr. Muldrow speak at a Main Street seminar
and was very impressed. I would like to get someone from Arnett Muldrow &
Associates to lead us thru a Branding Charrette in the next 6 months.
4. Memorial Wall on the property leased by the City from the RR—The RR is requiring a
wall to screen off the RR tracks from the public. The City is in the process of planning a
trail along this wall going north from Main St. My goal is to make this a memorial wall
for Tigard veterans. I believe that families and relatives will donate to this and it can be
mostly funded by the donated funds. PRAB will be a part of the trail planning process. I
talked with Troy Mears, chair of PRAB, and he wants to put this on the next PRAB
agenda on May 12th. I am suggesting that we work together with PRAB on this and
contact a veterans group to find their interest. The veterans may want to make this
their project. This can bring a lot of people along the trail into downtown. It will be a
real addition to Tigard.
5. Design & implement the "mini-plaza" next to Symposium where the railroad right-of-
way daylights onto Main Street
6. Continue to monitor the Main Street Green Street project, with particular attention on
mitigating the impacts on merchants.
7. Refine & operationalize the incentive matrix for private development in the URD.
8. Housing: Creating positive movement via the CCDA to site housing in or near the
downtown core area. Such housing will provide a "captive audience" to use the existing
retail establishments and spur further economic development. The VHDZ program
provides a mechanism to combine new commercial facilities in addition to housing but
there are also opportunities for adding mixed use housing at locations within walking
distance of the downtown area.
9. Some care will need to be exercised to deal with the demand for additional parking
when using VHDZ units. Parking is an issue now and may be exacerbated by the addition
of more housing units. The Strolling concept is a grand idea but with so many
neighborhoods located some distance from downtown, people will use their wheels to
get there rather than bike or walk even if and when linked parks & pathways are fully
established.
10. Blighted or Deteriorated Buildings: Definitely a slippery slope but waiting for current
business owners housed in buildings that are in very poor shape to make substantial
improvements on their own is not going to happen. The facade improvements
loan/grant incentive alone will not generate the kind of movement needed to change
the appearance of the downtown area.
When the city initially established the Urban Renewal District it stated that the area was
deteriorated and blighted. One has to assume that to meet the State's criteria for
establishing a URD there had to be some sort of data to substantiate the existence of
blighted or deteriorated conditions. If that sort of data exists then it will serve as a
starting point. If it doesn't then it needs to be developed using information from Code
Enforcement, the District Fire Marshall, and Public Health Officials. The removal
of blighted structures is less complicated if the structures are abandoned or unoccupied
but with owner occupants or tenants in the building(s) a case must be made to declare
those units as unsafe and/or a health and safety hazard to the public. This process is
rather extreme and the better approach is through deal making with the business
community. Being new I'm not sure of the relationships between the city and the
business community.
11. Moving the Post Office: USPS is knee-deep in red so expecting them to voluntarily move
will be a tough sell. Ideally, they should be relocated to a Burnham Street site thus
removing a level of traffic in the core area and more importantly freeing up prime
redevelopment space. Dealing with this issue requires a lot of staff time working with
the federal General Administrative Services whose facility managers are pretty savvy
about real estate values. Therefore,the city will have to be creative to offer incentives
to induce USPS to agree to a new location. We should be looking at sites of opportunity
and discussing possible ways to create incentives for such a move to be brokered. This
sort of project takes years to get moving but there are some preliminary steps the need
to be taken in order to move this off the back burner.
12. Support city acquisition of property for park & public space development
13. Update website & create communication materials to effectively share with Tigard
residents the benefits of the URA, significant milestones toward implementation, and
articulate the future vision
14. Support strategies that facilitate residential development (VHZ, Developer Incentive
Matrix, other?)