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TIGARD PLANNING COMMISSION
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DECEMBER 18, 2006 7:00 p.m.
TIGARD
TIGARD CIVIC CENTER- RED ROCK CREEK CONF. ROOM
13125 SW HALL BOULEVARD
TIGARD, OREGON 97223
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
4. APPROVE MINUTES
5. 2007 PROJECT SCHEDULE
6. TRANSPORTATION REPORT
7. PUBLIC FACILITIES REPORT, PART 2
8. NATURAL HAZARDS, PART 2
9. OTHER BUSINESS
10. ADJOURNMENT
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Tigard Planning Commission - Roll Call
Hearing Date: 1 2- $ -O
Starting Time: D - P. J--t,
COMMISSIONERS: Jodie Inman (President)
Gretchen Buehner
Rex Caffall
Patrick Harbison
Kathy Meads
Judy Munro (Vice-President)
Jeremy Vermilyea
David Walsh
STAFF PRESENT:
Dick Bewersdorff Tom Coffee
Gary Pagenstecher Lion Bunch
Cheryl Caines Denver Igarta
Emily Eng Duane Roberts
Kim McMillan Beth St. Amand
Gus Duenas Phil Nachbar
Sean Farrelly
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CITY OF TIGARD
PLANNING COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
December 18, 2006
1. CALL TO ORDER
President Inman called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. The meeting was held in the Tigard
Civic Center, Red Rock Creek Conference room, at 13125 SW Hall Blvd.
2. ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: President Inman; Commissioners Buehner, Caffall,Vermilyea, and
Walsh.
Commissioners Absent: Commissioners Harbison and Meads
Staff Present: Ron Bunch,Long Range Planning Manager;Beth St. Amand, Senior Planner;
Darren Wyss,Associate Planner/GIS; Marissa Daniels,Temporary Assistant Planner; Doreen
Laughlin,Administrative Specialist II
Visitors Present: Greg LeBlanc
3. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMITTEE
REPORTS
President Inman informed the Planning Commission that Commissioner Meads had tendered
her resignation on Friday, December 15th, to be retroactive to the previous Monday,December
11th. The question was asked as to whether City Staff would be available for the training of
new commissioners. Planning Manager, Ron Bunch, said there would be training available.
There was some discussion as to the Tree Board. Bunch noted the need for Planning Staff to
be available to help groups, such as the Tree Board,who are assigned to work on complex, long
range projects. He said Staff needs to help them through the process from the very beginning
to the very end in order to successfully manage expectations, and to keep people informed. He
explained the importance of working with this board,listening to their concerns, and giving
them a meaningful role in the community where they can achieve positive results without
getting discouraged. He noted the goal would be that as the Tree Board works with the
Planning Commission and City Council, they also work with other people in the community;
those who want to protect trees and those who want to develop property and that they,with
staff's help, come up with a tree code which meets the objectives and expectations of this
community. He explained the ultimate decision belongs to the City Council, but the group can
provide information while the Council sieves it through their political understanding of the
community. He noted the need for a comprehensive fix regarding trees. He said the goals
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policies and action measures process,inherent in the Comprehensive Plan,would be the way to
get there. The question was asked as to when the Planning Commission's recommendation
would go before Council. It was noted that it is likely to be scheduled for the workshop session
due to meet on the 16th of January. There was a suggestion by one of the Commissioners that
for Council hearings likely to be controversial, the Planning Commission vote as a group to
send one of their own representatives to Council meetings to ensure they are adequately
represented. It was agreed that the Council needs to be provided with complete information,
both from City Staff and from the Planning Commission.
Beth St.Amand, Sr. Planner,introduced Doreen Laughlin, City Administrative Specialist II,as
the staff member who would be taking minutes at the meeting. She also introduced Marissa
Daniels as the temporary Planning Assistant,who would be making a presentation later in the
evening.
Commissioner Buehner was congratulated on her election to City Council and was recognized
for her many years of excellent service as a commissioner on the Planning Commission.
4. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES
It was moved and seconded to approve the December 11, 2006 meeting minutes as submitted.
The motion passed by a vote of 5-0.
5. 2007 PROJECT SCHEDULE
St. Amand presented a draft schedule of the Comprehensive Plan "Tigard 2027" (Exhibit A),
and pointed out various dates and goals. She noted the goal is to get the plan on paper and
done by the end of 2007. She said it could take somewhat longer,but she believes it's do-able.
Commissioner Buehner said she had advised Council that, realistically, three years is more likely
to be the timeframe for the entire process from start to finish.
St. Amand spoke about the various meetings, open houses and workshops corning up. She
noted the timeframes and subjects to be discussed. One of the commissioners suggested it
would be a good idea if the Planning Commission is represented at some of these upcoming
work sessions, meetings and open houses. Everyone agreed this was a good idea. At the
point where St. Amand was going over the schedule of the upcoming Planning Commission
meetings, President Inman pointed out that scheduling too many meetings may cause some of
the Commissioners to burn-out and that, as a group, they need to find a balance. It was
agreed they would try to keep their meetings to the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month unless
something (such as a holiday or an urgent issue) comes up to require a change of schedule.
Any comments or questions may be emailed to St. Amand at Beth @tigard-or.gov or she can
be reached by telephone at 503-718-2435.
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6. TRANSPORTATION REPORT
Because scheduled Associate Planner, Duane Roberts,was not present (due to sickness)
Beth St. Amand gave a presentation on his behalf. She presented his draft "Transportation
Report" (Exhibit B). She spoke about alternative means of transportation, increasing
transportation demand management, encouraging mixed use centers, and the idea of looking
at Town Centers as having more transit options i.e. bicycle/pedestrian access, etc. There
was some discussion as to the likelihood of the light rail coming through the 99W area
within the next 20 years.
St. Amand then presented the Transit Section Overview (Exhibit C). It was noted there is a
need for the TSP (Transportation System Plan) to be updated due to the fact that the most
recent data was collected in 1994, `97 & `99. St. Amand noted the Transportation section of
the Comp Plan is the most up-to-date due to a major update in 2002. With most of the
sections, where new information has become available it is included. Where motor vehicle
information is concerned, new information is not included due to the extensive job of
looking at traffic volumes. Depending on how much needs to be done, there's a possibility
that consultant work will be utilized for this portion of the update.
Possible solutions to excessive traffic on Scholls Ferry Road and also on Hwy 99W were
discussed. The transit needs of Tigard's "special needs" population (generally the elderly but
also handicapped people) were addressed. Ron Bunch noted that many young people
without driver's licenses rely on TriMet to get from place to place and should also be
considered "special needs".
Commissioner Buehner noted that the 6-year TSP needs to be amended to reflect the
changes that ODOT (the Oregon Department of Transportation) made on the following
proposed fly-over ramps on 217:
• Hampton to Hunziker
• Dartmouth to Hunziker
• Washington Square (by Sears) to Cascade
• The other end of Washington Square to the other side of Cascade where Powell's
Bookstore is.
Commissioner Buehner informed the commission that all of the aforementioned have been
deleted from the plan and that will have a big impact on traffic in Tigard.
Ron Bunch noted traffic has a significant impact on Tigard and also that what occurs in
regions such as Clackamas County, Washington County and Multnomah County regarding
traffic greatly affects Tigard. He said Tigard needs to be "at the table"with groups like the
Washington County Transportation Coordinating Committee,JPACT (Joint Policy Advisory
Committee on Transportation) and TPAC (Transportation Policy Alternatives Committee) —
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and, typically, every community should have a representative there. He said he's surprised
Tigard does not, because Tigard is significantly impacted by the freeway system. He noted
this can be both a blessing and a curse. It can be a blessing because the proximity of the
freeway system provides excellent access,which helps to make Tigard a great place to live.
On the other hand, he noted there are many people outside of Tigard (such as these other
groups mentioned) who are making decisions that significantly affect Tigard. He
commented it would be in the best interest of Tigard to become more involved in these
types of decisions.
At this point temporary Assistant Planner, Marissa Daniels, made a presentation regarding
bicycle transportation (Exhibit D). Her key points being:
• The Metro 2004 Regional Transportation Plan identifies bicycling as an alternative
mode of transportation that can alleviate regional transportation demand, improve
regional air quality, and promote efficient use of resources.
• The Oregon Transportation Planning Rule requires bikeways along arterials and
major collections.
• The Tigard Transportation System Plan identifies only 3 streets within the City of
Tigard as having continuous bikeways.
• Lack of facilities, or gaps, cause significant problems for bicyclists in Tigard and
severely limits the use of this mode of transportation within the City.
• The TSP recommends a framework of selected bicycle lanes through the City as a
practical approach to meeting the Transportation Planning Rule relating to the
provision of bicycle lanes.
Most of the comments regarding this presentation referred to safety concerns and how
safety is paramount to any bicycle transportation plan.
Daniels went on to present a report on pedestrians (Exhibit E). In summary, her key points
were:
• State, regional, and City policies all encourage the provision of sidewalks in order to
facilitate walking as a transportation mode.
• City's arterials and collectors and older neighborhoods are substandard and provide
deficient pedestrian connections to services and transit.
• Poor pedestrian conditions cause safety problems for both pedestrians and vehicles.
• Sidewalks are required of all new development and roadway projects.
• The TSP identifies sidewalks on arterials and collectors as the City's most important
pedestrian need.
• In 2003, the City created a fund to infill gaps in the pedestrian system.
• The 2006 Metro Greenspaces bond measure provides funds for trail improvements.
During the question and answer time, again, safety was a main concern. The importance of
good lighting was discussed, as was the need for crosswalks on collector street intersections.
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The question was raised as to what the typical distance is where people are willing to forgo
driving their cars and get outside to walk. Associate Planner, Darren Wyss, noted that
research shows the distance people generally are willing to walk is about 1/4 of a mile. He said
as soon as that mark is passed, the number of people willing to walk drops considerably. It
was noted by one of the commissioners that topography also plays a part and that where
land is hilly, and the terrain is steep, people are less likely to get out and walk. Parking was
another issue discussed, as was the need for streets to be safe enough for seniors and
disabled people to be accommodated.
Daniels then presented a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Movement of Goods (Exhibit
F) with the key points being:
• Tonnage moved on the regional system is expected to double by 2030.
• Principal truck routes in Tigard include I-5, ORE 217, ORE 99W, and some arterial
streets.
• The transportation system should be planned to accommodate trucks moving from
industrial areas to regional highways or traveling through Tigard.
• Some discrepancies exist between the truck routes proposed in the Tigard TSP and the
County and Regional Plans.
• Western&Pacific Railroad owns and operates the railroad track traversing Tigard.
• Tigard is served by two airports operated by the Port of Portland.
• Water is not a mode of transportation within the City; however,it is an important mode
of transportation regionally.
• Northwest Natural Gas Company owns and operates several high pressure and natural
gas feeder lines in the City.
Most of the comments on this portion of Daniels' report were centered on the importance of
the railroad. It was noted from an economic standpoint, one of the greatest assets to the
community is I-5. Also noted was the importance of regional transportation, and the need for
the City to become more involved in discussions about these regional transportation facilities.
7. PUBLIC FACILITIES REPORT, PART 2
• Associate Planner, Darren Wyss, presented a PowerPoint presentation on "Public
Facilities" (Exhibit G).
Wyss' report included information on:
• Community facilities
• Public safety
• Public water infrastructure
• Storm water
• Waste water
• Water distribution.
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Wyss also reported on police services and fire protection services. During his presentation
regarding police services, the question came up as to what the trend is for police response
time. One of the commissioners answered that the trend has remained pretty much
"stable."
Wyss continued his report regarding library services, city buildings, services, schools and
franchise utilities - with the key points of his presentation being:
• Provided by Public and Private Entities
• Facilities and services must be able to support existing and proposed land Uses
• coordinated effort by numerous organizations
• Extension/expansion of services in efficient manner to leverage funding
• Protect health and welfare of residents while providing a livable community
8. NATURAL HAZARDS, PART 2
St. Amand gave a PowerPoint presentation on "Natural Hazards" (Exhibit H). She went
over the various possible types of natural hazard risks: floods, landslides, earthquakes &
wildfire. She noted that, locally, the Public Works Department deals with hazards. There was
a comment and some discussion that,in the City of Tigard, "trees" can be a major hazard.
One commissioner said she doesn't believe the Planning Department is doing an adequate
job in this regard. She noted three houses in her neighborhood were recently hit with trees
[in a windstorm] within a block and a half of her home, and this should never have been
allowed to happen. It was noted by another commissioner that people are beginning to point
fingers at various cities for requiring trees to be saved,which in turn, fall and destroy
property. Another commissioner said the homeowner needs to assume some responsibility.
There was discussion about a stand of trees being stronger than leaving just one standing
alone. It was agreed that expertise is needed to make decisions regarding safety and trees. At
this point, St. Amand advised this whole subject will be addressed in great detail next year
and they ended the discussion.
St. Amand spoke about the possible hazards of wildfires. She noted that, contrary to
popular opinion, developed areas are at risk for wildfires too —not just rural Oregon. She
said hot, dry, windy weather contributes to dangerous fire conditions. Fireworks were also
mentioned as a very real hazard. St. Amand continued her presentation by telling how best
to reduce risks. She then spoke about the possible hazards of landslides, noting they can be
triggered by heavy rainfall, rapid snowmelt, earthquakes and excavations. The question came
up about Bull Mountain and the possibility of landslides there. St. Amand said the majority
of Bull Mountain is bedrock and slide danger is minimal there. She also noted that, from the
data available, there has not been a major landslide event in Tigard. There was discussion
and some concern about minor landslides around the neighborhood of one of the
commissioners who lives on Bull Mountain.
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9. OTHER BUSINESS:
None.
10. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourned at 9:40 pm.
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ATTEST: President Jodie Inman
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Exhibit A
Tigard 2027: Draft Schedule
State of the City What Are the Alternatives? Put it in Writing Adoption Tigard on Track
Create fact base Shape Tigard's Future: Shape Tigard's Future: Community Hearings Hearings
Growth Management/ Natural Features, Worksessions
Citizen Involvement Transporation,
Community,Public -
Facilities, Env.Quality
Phase Phase II Phase Illa Phase Ilib Phase IV Phase V Phase VI
Dates Jan-Feb.2007 Feb.-March 2007 April-May 2007 June-Dec_ ,l,:spl ]February 2008
Meetings Jan.29-PC Jan.29-PC April 11 and 14 June 4 PC hearings CC hearings
Wrap up SOC Report Meet with Visioning NR/EQ Summary report to PC
Forward to Council Feb.26-PC addtl mtg? April 24 and 28 June 19
Train new PC members Begin growth mgmt.disc. Transportation Joint meeting PC/CC •
Citizen Involvement Disc. May 9 and 12 June-EQ worksessions July hearing PC Aug. CC
March 19 -CI/GM Community July-NR worksessions Aug hearing PC Sept hearing CC
Council:Jan.SOC Preview March 20-Council May 16 and 19 Sept.-Community WS Sept. hearing PC Oct. hearing CC
Feb.SOC Presentation Worksession on growth mgmt. Public Facilities Oct.-Trans.WS Oct. hearing PC Nov. hearing CC
Discuss future borders Citizen Involvement Nov.-PF ws. Nov. hearing PC Dec. hearing CC
CCI
Review Phase III involvement •
Citizen Get to Know Your City ENGAGE the Community Shape Tigard's Future Roll Up Your Sleeves Take Notice Take Notice -
Involvement NewsList Open Houses We're creating the City's
Focus NewsList,website Organize"interest"groups Specific"interest"groups path for 2027. Help
Press releases by topic for next phase Virtual Tours(web, CR) build it-
o Send them fact sheets Newslist "Stones"all over City Hall
Send out water bill flyer with Newspapers lobby with names of
schedule for PI participants(have them
Establish topic web pages fill out at the open houses)
Work with PI firm to craft
materials and themes
Board/Committee outreach •
Newspapers
Method Staff analysis Staff/PC alternatives Two Open Houses/week Public Worksessions Public Hearings
Review by PC development Interactive Tours with PC,Worksessions
Website, etc. with CC
Water Bill Inserts
Product State of the City,2006 Develop Community's Preferred Draft Adopted Produce Action
Fact Sheets Growth Management Growth Management Goals, Policies Plan Plan&Update
12.18.06 Options Specific goals per topic and Action Measures Schedule, CC Accept
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1 . Draft Transportation Report
O V E R V I E W
In the City of Tigard, transportation has played a major role in shaping the community. From the first
railroad tracks that established Tigardville to the development of Highway 99W straight through its center,
Tigard's commercial areas developed along primary routes, and residential followed nearby.
Today mobility, or lack thereof due to heavy traffic, continues to define Tigard and the daily experience of
its residents and businesses as they move from point A to point B. In addition to 99W, the City also has two
other highways within its borders: Highway 217 and Interstate 5. The railroad still exists, but now
passengers will return to its cars with the 2008 opening of Commuter Rail, one of the few U.S. suburban-to-
suburban commuter rail lines. This complements two Transit Centers within the City that provide regional
bus service. In addition, the regional Fanno Creek Trail provides an alternative route for bicyclists and
pedestrians to travel along the creek. The effectiveness and performance of all of these transportation
options impact land uses, current and future, as well as transportation facility planning.
The state recognizes the close relationship between transportation and land use. Future land uses increase
population and travel; there must be transportation capacity to support those uses. Conversely, Goal 12
requires multi-faceted transportation planning to
conform to local and regional comprehensive plans. Statewide Planning Goal 12
The state Transportation Planning Rule (660-012- "To provide and encourage a safe,
0000) also clearly states that the rule's purpose is to convenient and economic transportation
"direct transportation planning in coordination with system."
land-use planning."The state also sponsors specific A transportation plan shall:
programs, such as the Transportation and Growth 1)consider all modes of transportation including mass
Management Program. The TGM program provides transit, air, water,pipeline, rail, highway, bicycle and
support to jurisdictions to meet Goal 12 and the pedestrian;
TPR,including grants to plan for both land use and 2) be based upon inventory of local, regional and state
transportation to create livable, transportation- transportation needs;
efficient communities. 3)consider differences in social consequences that would
result from utiliti ng differing combinations of
The TPR provides administrative rules that support transportation modes;
Goal 12's goal of providing and encouraging a safe, 4)avoid principal reliance on any one mode of
convenient and economic transportation system. transportation;
The term transportation system refers to facilities 3)minimir e adverse social, economic and environmental
that support the movement of people and goods; it impacts and costs;
includes facilities that accommodate motorized and 6) conserve energy;
non-motorized travel. The TPR includes 7)meet the needs of the transportation disadvantaged by
requirements for governmental coordination and for improving transportation services;
the creation of Transportation System Plans. g)facilitate the flow ofgood and services so as to
strengthen the local and regional economy;and
All jurisdictions — from the state, to metropolitan 9) conform to local and regional comprehensive land use
planning organizations, counties and cities—must plans. Each plan shall include a provision for
prepare and adopt their own TSP. Once completed, transportation as a key facility.
the cities and counties adopt the TSP as part of their
comprehensive plan. Each level of government
addresses facilities under their jurisdiction; for example, local TSPs must meet local needs but must be
Transportation
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consistent with the regional TSP and adopted elements of the state TSP, including the 1999 Oregon
Highway Plan. State and regional TSPs must also meet certain federal requirements. The TPR also requires
coordination between agencies and special districts.
At the regional level, Metro maintains the Regional Transportation Plan to guide transportation investments
in the Portland metropolitan region. The 2000 Regional Transportation Plan update incorporated the 2040
Growth Concept, the region's long-range land-use plan. The updated plan's policies placed a "new emphasis
on transportation alternatives for travel to work, shopping and recreation," according to Metro. In 2003,
the RTP was updated to address federal planning requirements; a major update is now under way with
completion expected in 2007. Metro's goal for this planning effort is to produce a "more streamlined plan
that better advances regional policies,public priorities and local efforts to implement the 2040 Growth
Concept."
Locally, the Tigard Transportation System Plan (adopted January 2002) guides the City's transportation
investments, aids the City's land-use choices, provides coordination with regional and neighboring agencies,
and addresses existing and future needs. Unlike other sections of the City's existing Comprehensive Plan,
the transportation section was updated in 2002, based on the City's TSP.
This topic report uses the City's existing 2002 Transportation System Plan as its foundation. It summarizes
the key policies and findings from the 2002 TSP. Where new information has become available, either
through the City's work or its regional partners, the report includes the updated information and highlights
any key differences with the current TSP. The report is divided into four sections, based upon Chapters 5-9
of the TSP (Pedestrians and Bicycles are combined here;Transportation Demand Management is included
in Motor Vehicles; and Other Modes becomes Movement of Goods here):
• 1. Motor Vehicles and Street System. Includes the Functional Street Classifications/Street System,
traffic volumes, state highways.
• 2. Transit. Includes bus service, commuter rail and transportation for the disadvantaged.
• 3. Bicycle and Pedestrian. Addresses bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
• 4. Movement of Goods. Includes railroads, air,pipeline, and freight movement.
Transportation
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1 . Transit
O V E R V I E W
This section focuses on City bus and commuter rail transit. It summarizes current local
service and existing and future transit needs and concludes with a list of key findings. Most
of the information contained in the section is derived from the Tigard Transportation
System Plan (TSP), adopted in 2002. More current information is included,if available.
The TSP was developed over a two-year period and serves as a Comprehensive Plan
associated document. The TSP includes a number of Goals and Policies related to transit.
The methodology used to develop recommended implementation measures combined
citizen and staff input. Transit is provided to the general population of the City by TriMet.
Tigard's special needs population is served by TriMet in addition to other transit providers.
Regional Transit Policies
Regional Public Transportation Policies included in the Regional Transportation Plan are
listed below. These policies and objectives inform and direct the region's planning and
investment in the regional public transportation system. Tigard's policies are required to
conform to these regional objectives. Put another way, the regional policies are broad
statements that provide the framework for Tigard's and other member jurisdiction's local
transit planning efforts.
Policy 14.0. Regional Public Transportation System
Provide an appropriate level,quality and range of public transportation options to
serve this region and support implementation of the 2040 Growth Concept.
Policy 14.1. Public Transportation Awareness and Education
Expand the amount of information available about public transportation to allow more
people to use the system.
Policy 14.2. Public Transportation Safety and Environmental Impacts
Continue efforts to make public transportation an environmentally friendly and safe
form of motorized transportation.
Policy 14.3. Regional Public Transportation Performance
Provide transit service that is fast, reliable and has competitive travel times compared
to the automobile.
Policy 14.4. Special Needs Public Transportation
Provide an appropriate level, quality and range of public transportation options to
serve the variety of special needs individuals in.this region and support the
implementation of the 2040 Growth Concept.
14.4 Special Needs Public Transportation
Provide a seamless and coordinated public transportation system for the special needs
population.
14.7 Special Needs Public Transportation
Encourage the location of elderly and disabled facilities in areas with existing
transportation services and pedestrian amenities.
Tigard Transit System Plan
Tigard's Transit System Plan (TSP), adopted in 2002,includes a set of goals and policies to
guide transportation system development in Tigard. These goals and policies are consistent
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with regional policies and represent the criteria that all transit improvements in Tigard
should be compared against to determine if they conform to the intended vision of the City.
A few of these policies pertain specifically to transit needs:
Goal 2—Balanced Transportation System
Policy 2: The City shall coordinate with TriMet, and/or any other transit providers serving
Tigard, to improve transit service to Tigard. Fixed route transit will primarily use arterial and
collector streets in Tigard. Development adjacent to transit routes will provide direct
pedestrian accessibility.
Policy 7: Tigard will participate in vehicle trip reduction strategies developed regionally
targeted to achieve non-single occupant vehicle levels outlined in Table 1.3 of the Regional
Transportation Plan.
Policy 8: Tigard will support the development of a commuter rail system as part of the
regional transit network.
Goal 5—Accessibility
Policy 1: Design and construct transportation facilities to meet the requirements of the
Americans with Disabilities Act.
The Tigard TSP also contains ten strategies related to bus transit facilities in the City. These
strategies provide the City with priorities in identifying local needs to TriMet. These
strategies include additional: peak service hours of operation; express routes;improved user
amenities; access to City employment;shopping, and activity and service centers;better
transit coverage; and park and ride lots
TriMet Transit Investment Plan
Triplet's Transit Investment Plan lays out the agency's strategies and programs-to meet
regional transportation and livability goals through focused investments in service,capital
projects and customer information. The plan is a rolling five-year plan that is updated
annually. The plan is based on long-term goals and strategies developed by Metro,including
the RTP.
Tigard/TriMet MOU
In late 2002, the City adopted the Local Service Transit Action Plan. The plan addresses
local needs for improved transit services. It was used to identify the City's transit concerns
and priorities to TriMet. As an outgrowth of this plan,in 2003, Tigard became the first
suburban city selected by TriMet as a target for local service and pedestrian improvements.
The three basic goals of the partnership are:
• Improve local coverage (by providing new and reconfigured service)
• Improve access to transit (by providing pedestrian and park and ride improvements)
• Maximize transit ridership.
These goals carry out nearly all the TSP transit strategies, as illustrated below by a recap of
progress achieved during the past three years.
I N V E N T O R Y
The TSP calls for a balanced and accessible transportation system,without defining these
terms in quantitative terms. Transit ridership presently accounts for approximately 6% of
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Tigard PM trips. Altogether, 4,555 weekday boardings took place within the City during fall
2005. According to 2005 data, most transit ridership generated in Tigard is to Portland
(53%),with 17% of trips staying within Tigard and 16% destined for Beaverton. {New and
additional data on ridership will be provided by TriMet.}
Currently, ten fixed bus routes operate within the City. These routes are summarized in
Table 1. Frequent routes provide the backbone of the transit system and are intended to
provide high quality service operating at intervals of 15 minutes all day. Route 12 and
Routes 76 and 78 combine provide frequent service on HWY 99 and Greenburg Road,
respectively. Additionally, three express routes provide service to Tigard residents (12E,
92X, and 95X). These routes, by definition,include a limited number of stops. Coming
from Portland, route 95X stops only at the Tigard Cinemas before it begins making regular
stops at Walnut/ORE 99W. Also coming from Portland,route 92X does not stop before
reaching the Progress Park&Ride station,where it begins making regular stops. Other
routes have stops approximately every 200 feet within Tigard. Existing transit headways on
the non-frequent bus routes inside the City average 30 minutes during peak commute
periods. Two transit centers are located within the City: Downtown and Washington
Square. The transit centers are the most active transit stops in Tigard. Map 1 depicts the
center's locations, along with current transit routes in Tigard by bus line.
Transit Needs
According the the Tigard TSP, one of Tigard's greatest transit needs in the future will be
improving transit service to the southwest portion of the City where much new development
has occurred. Other underserved areas are Gaarde Road,McDonald Street, and Durham
Road. Rapidly increasing employment and housing creates a much greater opportunity to
add productive public transit routing in Tigard, serving these and other areas of the City not
currently served by transit. As detailed below,in addition to new and reconfigured service,
other City transit-related needs include pedestrian and park and ride improvements that
increase access to transit.
Tigard/TriMet MOU
In late 2002, the City adopted the Local Service Transit Action Plan. The plan addresses
local needs for improved transit services. This includes identifying priorities for new bus
routes based on the needs of low income households, seniors,and youth. It also includes
identyfying the need for transit amenity improvements, especially sidewalks leading to bus
stops. The Local Service Transit Action Plan was used to identify the City's transit concerns
and priorities to TriMet. As an outgrowth of this plan, in 2003,Tigard became the first
suburban city selected by TriMet as a target for local service and pedestrian improvements.
The three basic goals of the partnership are:
• Improve local coverage (by providing new and reconfigured service)
• Improve access to transit (by providing pedestrian and park and ride improvements)
• Maximize transit ridership
These goals carry out nearly all the TSP transit strategies, as illustrated by the following recap
of progress achieved during the past three years under the 2004 Tigard/TriMet MOU.
Figure 1:
Current Tigard Transit Service
,./ Spring 2004
Line Weekday Saturday Sunday Peak hour Start End Efficiency
Frequency Frequency Frequency only? Time Time (BR/VH) *
1 12 15 15 15 N 4:40 AM 12:30 AM 35
2 76 30 30 60 N 5:30 AM 10:30 PM 32 •
3 78 30 30 60 N 6:00 AM 12:00 AM 26
4 45 20/60 60 60 N 5:30 AM 9:30 PM 19
5 64X 30 Y 5:45 AM 6:30 PM 32
6 38 30 Y 6:00 AM 7:30 PM 14
7 94 15 Y 6:00 AM 7:00 PM 21
8 95 20 Y 6:00 AM 6:00 PM 17 •
9 43 30/60 ' 60 60 N 7:00 AM 8:15 PM 15
10 56 30 30 30 N 5:30 AM 12:30 AM 27
* BR/VH = Boarding rides per vehicle hour
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Commuter Rail
Washington County Commuter Rail is Tigard's top TSP priority for transit improvements.
Commuter Rail will use self-propelled railcars to serve the 14.7-mile stretch between
Beaverton,Tigard,Tualatin, and Wilsonville. The $117 million project will include five
stations along the Interstate 5/Highway 217 corridor and have weekday service every 30
minutes during the morning and afternoon rush hours.
The Tigard Transit Center is one of five stations along its route. The Tigard station will
have 120 Park and Ride spaces and connect with five Triplet bus lines. The transit project is
the first commuter rail in Oregon and one of the few suburban-to-suburban commuter rail
projects in the nation. The line will use self-propelled diesel trains to carry passengers
between Beaverton,Tigard,Tualatin, and Wilsonville.
In late October 2006, a ground-breaking ceremony,attended by both Oregon US Senators,
among many other VIPs,was held at the Tigard Transit Center. According the US Deputy
Transportation Secretary,who spoke at the ceremony, Commuter Rail"puts the metro area
on the leading edge of commuter transportation in the United States."
The first phase of Commuter Rail construction, completed in November, involved the
removal and installation of track, ties,and ballast along the existing 14-mile line between
Beaverton and Wilsonville. The second phase of construction, beginning in 2007,will
include intersection and rail station construction,installation of a modern signal system,and
the construction of secondary tracks to allow Commuter Rail and freight trains to pass one
another. The launch date for service is September 2008. Estimated overall ridership is ---
and --- at the Tigard station.
In addition to the new Downtown rail station and new transit option available for local
residents, another Commuter Rail component, the Washington Square Station, is of
significance to Tigard.
Washington Square Station
While this station is to be located in the City of Beaverton,Commuter Rail will provide
access to the Washington Square Mall within the City of Tigard. The Washington Square
Station will be served by Line 76—Beaverton/Tualatin and Line 78—Beaverton/Lake
Oswego. Line 76 is a priority for frequent service in the 2006 TriMet Transit Investment
Plan. The Hall Boulevard location was selected over the earlier Scholls Ferry Road location,
given its better bus and pedestrian connections to more destinations. TriMet has pledged to
continue to partner with both Beaverton and Tigard to plan the station area and,in
particular, to develop a safe and convenient pedestrian connection from the regional center
mall, across Highway to 217 to the commuter rail station.
Priority service improvements identified in the City/Tripet MOU currently are revenue
dependent and are on hold until funding can be identified. Illustrative of the current
funding problem faced by Transit is that in the 12-month period ending in April,TriMet
reduced system-wide hours in which buses and trains were in service by 4 per cent. As
another part of the picture,in Tri\Iet's 2007 Transit Investment Plan, Fred Hansen points out
•
that". . . we will not be able to expand service this year because of the continued slow down
in the economy. In addition, the high cost of diesel fuel is stretching our already limited
resources."
The picture regarding local service improvements is as bleak as might be implied by recent
events, however. In addition to Commuter Rail startup, three Tigard-specific service
improvements are included in the Trilvlet Transit Investment Plan. Their inclusion is
important because it represents an agency commitment to provide the improvements
whenever the revenue picture improves and financial resources are available. The three
improvements in question are as follows:
1. Frequent Service on Line 76 between Beaverton-Tigard-Tualatin, including potential
routing on Hall Boulevard north of Pacific Highway. This is planned to be the next
Frequent Service Line. The proposed service would provide a direct connection
between Tigard and the Kruse Way employment areas. Line 78 would continue to
serve Greenburg Road should Line 76 be rerouted to Hall.
2. Local connections by rerouting Line 38 along Meadows and SW Bonita Road to the
Tigard Transit Center and extending another line to cover SW 72nd Avenue and
Sequoia Parkway. The Line 38 improvement can be implemented without increasing
costs to operate the route;however, SW 72'd Avenue would lose service. Extending
another line between SW 72" Avenue and the Tigard Transit Center would increase
operating costs.
3. Service to the Barrows Road area. This would require an extension of an existing
Line (potentially Line 92) and a corresponding increase in operating costs. The
provision of this service is tied to the proposed extension of Murray Boulevard from
Scholls Ferry to Barrows Road. Significantly, this long-planned road project recently
has transitioned to design and construction. The impetus for this transition was the
land use decision making the extension of Murray Boulevard a condition of approval
for the Progress Quarry Regional Center development. Funding is proposed as a
public-private partnership,with ODOT contributing approximately$1 million for
project design. Excavation and grading currently are underway and will be
completed in November 2007. Full project completion is set for September 2008.
Bus Stop Improvements
The following bus stop improvements were accomplished or initiated by TriMet in 2006.
1. A bus shelter was installed on Main and Scoffins westbound. This stop accounts for
an average of 383 weekly boarding rides. This and the other shelter on Main will be
removed when new, streetscape designed shelters are installed.
2. TriNlet is working with ODOT to receive permits to install four shelters along
Pacific Highway:
a. Pacific Highway and Royal Villa Dr. —427 weekly boarding rides
b. Pacific Highway and Royalty Parkway—335 weekly boarding rides
c. Pacific Highway and 64th—305 weekly boarding rides
d. 11619 Pacific Highway— 161 weekly boarding rides
3. TriMet installed solar lighting in nine shelters along Pacific Highway and one on
Main St.:
a. Pacific Highway and Durham (NB) —725 weekly boarding rides
b. Pacific Highway and 74th— 718 weekly boarding rides
c. Main and Pacific Highway—707 weekly boarding rides
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d. Pacific Highway and McDonald—630 weekly boarding rides
e. Pacific Highway and Walnut— 570 weekly boarding rides
f. Pacific Highway and Durham (SB) —505 weekly boarding rides
g. Pacific Highway and Hall—452 weekly boarding rides
h. Pacific Highway and 72°d (EB) —345 weekly boarding rides
i. Pacific Highway and 72nd (WB) — 292 weekly boarding rides
SPECIAL NEEDS TRANSIT
This section addresses steps taken to address Goal 5,Accessibility,in the Tigard TSP. The
term TriMet uses to address the population in needed of accessible facilities is
"transportation disadvantaged."
Programs operating within Tigard to meet the needs of the special needs or transportation
disadvantaged group are outlined below. TriiMet estimates that 17% of the people residing
within its service area are transportation disadvantaged. This population includes the
moderately or severely functionally handicapped and the able-bodied elderly without driver's
licenses. Applying this figure to Tigard's current population gives an estimate of 4,800 local
residents in need of these services.
According to TriMet's 2007 Transit Investment Plan, the agency recognizes that mobility-is
an important quality-of-life issue for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Transportation
provides independence,community connections, and access to life-sustaining activities. In
response to the needs of the transportation disadvantaged, the agency provides accessible
fixed-route service and, along with other organizations, operates special para-transit
programs within Tigard along with, depending on the service,various other communities.
• Fixed Route Service: All TriMet fixed route buses are ADA accessible. This
means they either have a lift or a ramp. The low-floor buses have the ramps and all
other have the lifts. Ramps are faster to deploy and easier for riders in mobility
devices. Every TriMet bus has priority seating near the front for seniors and
passengers with disabilities.
• LIFT services are door-to-door para-transit provided by TriMet to those who,
because of a disability, cannot use or access fixed route transit. Services are provided
to all areas of the TriMet service area.
• The TriMet-managed Medical Transportation Program dispatches eligible rides to
the lowest cost, most appropriate providers through an intergovernmental agreement
with the state of Oregon. These rides may be fixed route, or on a medically needed .
alternative, such as LIFT bus, taxi, or ambulance depending on the needs of the
individual. The costs for MTP are fully funded through the State of Oregon Medical
Assistance Program.
• Dial-a-Ride is a county-wide, door to door service for seniors and people with
disabilities operated by the Oregon Trail Chapter of the American Red Cross. Dial-
a-Ride operates in the same areas as LIFT as well as areas beyond the LIFT
boundary. It is similar in that riders must call and reserve a ride. The programs have
different restrictions on how late the ride can be reserved,where they'll go, and fares.
Dial-a-Ride depends on volunteers who donate their time as drivers, escorts and
dispatchers. Riders must register with Red Cross prior to receiving service. There is
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no charge for Red Cross transportation services. All donations are voluntary. Riders
who receive Medicaid benefits support Red Cross transportation services through
that program. The vehicles used in the program range from station wagons to mini-
buses seating 12 riders. Half of the fleet accommodates clients in wheelchairs.
• Ride Connection Community Shuttle is a limited fixed route shuttle for the King
City area and door-to-door service for seniors with disabilities. The shuttle operates
Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm. The great majority of riders hail the
shuttle as it approaches them along a circuitous route within King City. It also serves
customers living in Summerfield Clubhouse Estates and three local area mobile
home parks upon request. Customers can also contact the Ride Connection Service
Center in advance to arrange door-to-door service. Destinations for the shuttle
include King City Plaza, King City Town Hall, Crown Center, the Safeway and
Albertson's grocery stores, and TriMet stops on HWY 99W.
Two special transit programs, both provided by TriMet, that serve low income and employer
needs,respectively,include Jobs Access and Transportation Demand Management.
• Jobs Access is a federally-funded program that provides on-demand service for low-
income (150% of poverty level) people to workforce training sites and places of
employment. TriMet administers all funds in the urban metro area for Jobs Access.
Ride Connection is the service provider for the Tigard area. It provides roughly 100
(one-way) rides per month to Tigard residents. Most of these rides are to and from
workforce training sites. Few commuter rides are provided.
• Transportation Demand Management is another program operated by TriMet. A
few ago some 21 Tigard businesses participated in this program. Program services
include carpool match,vanpool programs, pass subsidies, emergency ride home
services, and encouraging employee biking and walking to work. Employee shuttles
from transit centers are promoted as another strategy,but no Tigard employers use
this strategy at this time.
Community Development Code
Following the adoption of the Tigard TSP, the Tigard Community Development Code
(CDC) was not revised to incorporate any of its provisions. This is because the CDC already
included transit-oriented provisions with regard to Commercial Zoning Districts and
Community Plan Area Standards. Additionally, subdivision development previous to the
TSP were required to provide sidewalks,which supports pedestrian access to transit stops.
KEY FINDINGS
• Regional Public Transportation policies and objectives inform and direct the region's
planning and investment in the regional public transportation system.
• The Tigard Transportation System Plan, or TSP,was adopted in 2002 and serves as a
Comprehensive Plan associated document
• The Tigard TSP contains eleven strategies for the implementation of future transit
facilities in Tigard.
• Transit service is provided to local residents by TriMet. Currently, ten fixed bus
routes operate within the City.
• •
• In late 2004, the City adopted the Local Service Transit Action Plan. The plan
addresses local needs for improved transit services and amenities. In 2003,as an
outgrowth of this plan,Tigard became the first suburban city selected by TriMet as a
target for local service and pedestrian improvements.
• One of Tigard's greatest transit needs is improving transit service to the southwest
portion of the City where substantial new development has occurred. Other
unserved areas are Gaarde Road,McDonald Street, and Durham Road.
• Washington County Commuter Rail is Tigard's top TSP priority for transit
improvements. The Tigard Transit Center is one of five stations along its route.
• Several programs and services operate within Tigard to meet the needs of the
transportation disadvantaged.
' • • Exhibit D
Comprehensive Plan Update
Bicycles-Overview
Bicycles Report
Planning Commission Overview Bicycle transportation planning is subject to compliance
with:
•The Oregon Transportation Planning Rule and the
ri, r 1*1' ,_, ,• Oregon Transportation Plan(OTP,2006),
., 1-- - 4 41:2 - •Metro Regional Transportation Plan(RTP,2004),
rYr
,1. ,,. • The City of Tigard Transportation System Plan(TSP,
2002)
Marissa Daniels,Temporary Assistant Planner
Long Range Planning
City of Tigard
November 18,2006 Bicycles Nov l8,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Bicycles-Policy Bicycles-Inventory
--- •Oregon Transportation •2 Categories of Bicycle Facilities
Planning Rule 660-12-045 •Route Facilities
•Parking Facilities ,s
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y' •Metro Regional '-�` - - +
r� Transportation Policy •Main Issue
A
•s •Policies 3.0,6.0,'1.0,9.0,10.0,
16.0,16.1,and 19.0 •Lack Of Connectivity
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•City of Tigard •Tigard Transportation System Plan recommendations
•Goa12,Policies 3,S,and 6 c 4.
i •Goal 3,Policy 3 •Completed projects /
4-'Ott:
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Bicycles Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Bicycles Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Bicycles-Summary Bicycles
•The Metro 2004 Regional Transportation Plan identifies bicycling as an
alternative mode of transportation that can alleviate regional transportation
demand,improve regional air quality,and promote efficient use of
resources.
•The Oregon Transportation Planning Rule requires bikeways along Any Questions or Comments?
arterials and major collectors
•The Tigard Transportation System Plan identifies only three streets
within the City of Tigard as having continuous bikeways
•Lack of facilities,or gaps,cause significant problems for bicyclists in
Tigard and severely limit the use of this mode of transportation within the
City.
•The TSP recommends a framework of selected bicycle lanes through the
City as a practical approach to meeting the Transportation Planning Rule
relating to the provision of bicycle lanes.
Bicycles Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Bicycles Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Common
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Comprehensive Plan Update Movement of Goods-Overview
Movement of Goods Report
Planning Commission Overview Truck,Rail,Air,Water,Pipeline
—• Nationally ally
.-�_. ,, T• -mss . ..-,-.r." •Regionally �•i =
•e� r' i 'y .�. ii.r Ir Y- •Locally
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Marissa Daniels,Temporary Assistant Planner h 1p!p + -'
Long Range Planning 1110: ``,.. '
City of Tigard
November 18,2006 Movement of Goods Nov 18,mob Overview to Planning Commission
Movement of Goods-Policy Movement of Goods-Trucks
•Oregon Statewide
Planning Goal 12 a •Through Truck Routes
•Section 8 ooa:os• '--
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•Metro Regional \11 •'' °" .:' '4. :,.�»P�,
Transportation Policy k. l 7%(l ".."` ;l '?i_I-:-.1- ,_
•Movement of Freight a.� t 1 t ' -
•Investment 1 ��77 .:"h^4s:.. .• . J:—`-'t, .—
•Washington County - . ' i- _ l 1 � .•Posey 17
•City of Tigard i t
•Goal 2,Policy 1 - f
•Goal 6,Policy l A — ` t4 / i v
•Goal 6,Policy 2 ® r't
Movement nfGoods No 18,2006 Overview to Planning,Commission Movement of Cords Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Movement of Goods-Railroads Movement of Goods-Air
•Portland&Western
Railroad •Port of Portland
1 •Portland International n -
Airport _
• . �_ •Portland-Hillsboro Airport ----_ - - _`-
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Movement of Goods Now 18,2006 Overvier.to Planning Commission Movement of Goods No I8,2006 Overview to Nanning Commission
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Movement of Goods-Water Movement of Goods-Pipeline
•Northwest Natural Gas
•Locally •
•Tual •
'h •Port of Portland
Movement of Good. Nov I8,2006 Over.icw to Planning Comms.ion Movement of Goods Nov 18,2006 Overview to PLanniog Commission
Movement of Goods-Summary Movement of Goods
•Tonnage moved on the regional freight system is expected to double by
2030.
•Principal truck routes in Tigard include 1-5,ORE 217,ORE 99W,and
some arterial streets.
•The transportation system should be planned to accommodate trucks Any Questions or Comments?
moving from industrial areas to regional highways or traveling through
Tigard.
•Some Discrepancies exist between the truck mutes proposed in the Tigard
TSP and the County and Regional Plans.
•Western&Pacific Railroad owns and operates the railroad track traversing
Tigard.
•Tigard is served by two airports operated by the Pon of Portland
•Water is not a mode of transportation within the City,however,it is an
important mode of transportation regionally.
•Northwest Natural Gas Company owns and operates several high pressure
and natural gas feeder lines in the City.
Movement of Good. Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Movement of Good. Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Corn m'n.ion
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Exhibit E
Comprehensive Plan Update Pedestrians-Overview
Pedestrians Report
Planning Commission Overview Bicycle transportation planning is subject to compliance
with:
• • •The Oregon Transportation Planning Rule and the
Oregon Transportation Plan(OTP,2006),
•Metro Regional Transportation Plan(RTP,2004),
• The City of Tigard Transportation System Plan(TSP,
2002)
Marissa Daniels,Temporary Assistant Planner
Long Range Planning
City of Tigard
November 18,2006 Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Pedestrians-Policy Pedestrians-Inventory
•Oregon Transportation •Key Local Pedestrian Issues
Planning Rule 660-12-045(3) •Lack of Connectivity and continuity
—4;7— •Metro Regional •Tigard Transportation System Plan Recommendations
Transportation Policy
•Policies 3.0,6.0,7.0,10.0,17.0, •Connected Issues Mentioned in the TSP
17.1,17.2,and 19.0
t r \ •City of Tigard •Completed Projects
• Y •Goal 1,Policy 2 •$100,000 is set aside annually in the Capital Investment
_ •Goal 2,Policies 1,4,5,6 Program specifically for sidewalk infill
-""r“ _ •Goal 3,Policy 3
•Future Projects
•2006 Metro Greenspaces Bond
Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Pedestrians-Summary Pedestrians
•State,regional,and City policies all encourage the provision of sidewalks
in order to facilitate walking as a transportation mode.
•City's arterials and collectors and older neighborhoods are substandard
and provide deficient pedestrian connections to services and transit.
•Poor pedestrian conditions cause safety problems for both pedestrians Any Questions or Comments?
and vehicles.
•Sidewalks are required of all new development and roadway projects.
•The TSP identifies sidewalks on arterials and collectors as the City's
most important pedestrian need.
•In 2003,the City created a fund to infill gaps in the pedestrian system.
•The 2006 Metro Greenspaces bond measure provides funds for trail
improvements.
Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to P�Con nnsciion Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
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Comprehensive Plan Update
Pedestrians-Overview
Pedestrians Report
Planning Commission Overview Bicycle transportation planning is subject to compliance
with:
• • •The Oregon Transportation Planning Rule and the
Oregon Transportation Plan(OTP,2006),
•Metro Regional Transportation Plan(RTP,2004),
• The City of Tigard Transportation System Plan(TSP,
2002)
Marissa Daniels,Temporary Assistant Planner
Long Range Planning
City of Tigard
November 18,2006 Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Pedestrians-Policy Pedestrians-Inventory
•Oregon Transportation •Key Local Pedestrian Issues
•
Planning Rule 660-12-045(3)
•Lack of Connectivity and continuity
•Metro Regional •Tigard Transportation System Plan Recommendations
Transportation Policy
•
•Policies 3.0,6.0,7.0,10.0,17.0, •Connected Issues Mentioned in the TSP
17.1,17.2,and 19.0
•City of Tigard •Completed Projects
1- •Goal 1,Policy 2 •$100,000 is set aside annually in the Capital Investment
•Goal 2,Policies 1,4,5,6 Program specifically for sidewalk infill
• C"' '11.1 •Goal 3,Policy 3
•Future Projects
•2006 Metro Greenspaces Bond
Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Pedestrians-Summary Pedestrians
•State,regional,and City policies all encourage the provision of sidewalks
in order to facilitate walking as a transportation mode.
•City's arterials and collectors and older neighborhoods are substandard
and provide deficient pedestrian connections to services and transit.
•Poor pedestrian conditions cause safety problems for both pedestrians Any Questions or Comments?
and vehicles.
•Sidewalks are required of all new development and roadway projects.
•The TSP identifies sidewalks on arterials and collectors as the City's
most important pedestrian need.
•In 2003,the City created a fund to infill gaps in the pedestrian system.
•The 2006 Metro Greenspaces bond measure provides funds for trail
improvements.
Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Pedestrians Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
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y' •� Exhibit F
Comprehensive Plan Update Movement of Goods-Overview
Movement of Goods Report
Planning Commission Overview Truck,Rail,Air,Water,Pipeline
t
--.Air •Nationally
,. Ir- +-*. . --`.•" •Regionally ''-
r."'---U.,; y
r _ t~i - - - •Locally i'.
Marissa Daniels,Temporary Assistant Planner IlliggLi■ .r..,_ -
Long Range Planning MC \....e..,.. _____---•City of Tigard
November 18,2006 Movement of Goods Nov 18,mob Overview to Planning Commission
Movement of Goods-Policy Movement of Goods-Trucks
•Oregon Statewide rf----�yy
Planning Goal 12 1« •Through Truck Routes
•Section 8 . `y �� , ,,
•Metro Regional �) --- + ,T r-r-r ,s,:
Transportation Policy .
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,_ L:'- 'i;
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•Movement of Fight 1 v `.4,,,- •,, ,t w,.• -
• ' r F i- ' '. '
•Washington County 1 - t /: -
!Z�"°_' --•Polityl7
•City of Tigard i • ,3 ;
•Goal 2,Policy I - - -_
•Go216,Policy -gy -'- ' f
•Goal 6,Potiry 2 MEM ' 9
Movement ofGoods Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Movement of Good. Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Movement of Goods-Railroads Movement of Goods-Air
•Portland&Western
Railroad 1 •Port of Portland
i •Portland International
- Airport
•Portland-Hillsboro Airport -
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Movcmom of Good. No 18,2006 Overview to Plate Commission Movement of Good. Nov 18,2006 Overview to Phoning C®ms.ioo
1
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Movement of Goods-Water Movement of Goods-Pipeline
•Northwest Natural Gas
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•Pon of Portland _I P. `;i 1, °LT-
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t0 J\ti ',i _ .4=-1:' ` , ,.mss
Movement of Goods Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Movement of Gard. Nov 18,2006 Overview to Phoning Commission
Movement of Goods-Summary Movement of Goods
•Tonnage moved on the regional freight system is expected to double by
2030.
•Principal truck mutes in Tigard include 1-5,ORE 217,ORE 99W,and
some arterial streets.
•The transportation system should be planned to accommodate trucks Any Questions or Comments?
moving from industrial areas to regional highways or traveling through
Tigard.
•Some Discrepancies exist between the truck routes proposed in the Tigard
TSP and the County and Regional Plans.
•Western&Pacific Railroad owns and operates the railroad track traversing
Tigard.
•Tigard is served by two airports operated by the Port of Portland
•Water is not a mode of transportation within the City,however,it is an
important mode of transportation regionally.
•Northwest Natural Gas Company owns and operates several high pressure
and natural gas feeder lines in the City.
Movement of Goode Nov 18,2006 Overview to Panning Commission Movement of Good. Nov 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
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a - ' • Exhibit G
Comprehensive Plan Update Public Facilities—Defined
Public Facilities Topic Report
Planning Commission Overview "Coordinating,locating,and delivering facilities and
services in a manner that best supports the existing and
: Pr oposed land uses."
•Communi Facilities
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•Public Safety 11111•
•Public Water Infrastructure
Darren Wyss,Associate Planner
Long Range Planning
City of Tigard
December 18,2006 Public Facilities Dec 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Community Facilities Public Safety
•Parks and Recreation •Police Services
•Existing Facilities •Incident Responses .Y
•Parks Master Plan ti ;1+. .,""- {*t. t- •Facilities Y
•Library •�^f__' ,g S -• •Come Statistics ■'�' j
•Use&Services •:c "'r"' ii.
•Strategic Plan =1 it 'i •Fire Protection Services ^°19,�•Schools •Facilities(current&planned) ' V 11$.�gi dl *
•Enrollment&Capacity T•, •Incident Responses IP s 'r
'• ,,f, s
•Growth Projections ._: •Fire Hydrant Locations
•.� l, 0
•Government Buildings t -
•Current Uses / - ♦ '' •'°-'-''�u '4•Facilities Plan , - ;l 6 i.. . .••Franchise Utilities r ? ,4-4,,,- ' - �
,. ."•- ri4; t' r
•Communication Tow-ets - , ,r
•ROW Agreements " • --j'" - _ _r‘--
Public Facilities for 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Public Facilities Dec 18,2006 Overview m Planning Commission
Public Water Infrastructure Public Water Infrastructure-Stormwater
•Stormwater •Protect Water Quality and r -
•Existing Facilities • ‘� t �.-jf,Se Flood Control
•Planning&Maintenance 1 1 . ' !:iiip.•Funding Ir 1 I • •CWS Stormwater Mngt Plan + +
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•Wastewater r , -_- and Fanno Cr Watershed Plan
•Existing&Facilities
•Planning&Maintenance � 1,41.': � • •IGA w/CWS as"self-service i It
•Funding provider
•Water Distribution -a -
•Organizational structure •r'• . •CWS Design and Construction
•Planning t 41.1 Standards
••Future e
e Demand lion/Demand 1*. ,
•F �_ f
PttSc Facilities for IS,2006 Overview to Planning f mason Pub&Faeibries Dec 1S,1006 Overview to Planning Commission
1
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Public Water Infrastructure-Stormwater Public Water Infrastructure-Wastewater
•Localized Flooding rase 1.2 GetSVmwar,dwmaue a
•Impervious Surfaces man, t+�^°n 1�s,rat
•Undersized Bridges&Culverts be w y •Transport
•Inadequate Infrastructure w2won
nr•Oe, •Treatment/Disposal _ �.
esa a u
�Y ,arcs ,
r *Run S
•Habitat Friendly Provisions ,"c, ;a •CWS/Tigard IGA .
""Cry°`°""° ` ' •CWS Collection System Master
•Expansion and Maintenance Impact Plan f
Growth and Development red.,.,.sa6eS2eEMaMSUresu,Sbnwwws rem_ •Neighborhood Sewer Extension
• ...on of P•„a,,,es, ,"'",,. Program&Incentive Program lig
• 00•"ag"6ins°°. 5 •CWS Design and Construction
Lne MmMbCa0O baen impenwIC*, 1,em Standards
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Public Facilities Dm IS,2006 Ovrniew to PLnning Commission Public FaciOn. Dec IR,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Public Water Infrastructure—Water Distribution Public Safety
•City of Tigard Water Division& 1 •Provide Adequate Services for Growth&
TV W D • Development n
•IWB Provides Oversight to City iI -
•Water Distribution Hydraulic •Key Indicator-Incident Response Time •
Study•No Long-Term City-Owned
Supply
•911 Services from WCCCA
•ASR&Native Groundwater Wells - •Review and Comment on Land Use
•Decrease in Per Capita ^�-- [
Consumption(2001-2005) •!'
•Operates as an Enterprise Fund •Street Design and Placement 1 x _ -"
Public Facilities Dec 18,2006 Overview-so Planning Commission Public Facilities Dec IR,206 Overview to Planning Commission
Public Safety—Police Services Public Safety—Fire Protection Services
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•Tigard Police Department (--111. '^""
•1.4 Officers/1,000 Population •Tualatin Valley Fire&Rescue ° °
•Community Policing Philosophy r't 1Ho •IGA with City _- "" "" '° "'
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OR •3 Stations Serve Tigard "
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•Washington Sq Mall nv '�' r^• n eh" a •Distribution and Capacity of Water Supply 41 1 112!
mos Tp°°°"°°" •ISO Fire Rating of 2
•IGA for Mutual Aid,Assistance,and •New Station Planned(Walnut/124'h)
Cooperation
•Average Response Time:4 minutes •Regulate Placement of Hydrants i'l' - ,,..
12 seconds •Oregon Statewide Fire Code e� PM
•Strategic Plan Under Development RG�• ∎ -
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Community Facilities Community Facilities—Library Services
•Mix of City,Districts,&Private •One Library within City Limits
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•Collaboration During Development •Acts as a Community Center :%.,;�•
•Accommodate Future Growth& •Part of WCCLS -at - ,f--,- •
Development •"Mapping the Future" :18
•New Facility Siting _ ' -• H •High Increase in Use j• _'�,;
••Possible Future Discussion of Branch { l 11.
j :• •Levy passed in 2006 �1
Public Facilities Dec 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Public Facilities I)a 18,2006 (hessian'to Planning Commission
Community Facilities—City Buildings and Services Community Facilities—Schools
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•Essential to Conduct Business of '- •Two School Districts
Municipal Government and Provide •''1's ! ' •Consistently Ranks as Important I
Facilities and Services -- to the Community ''
i: ':, 1---''t -.•Occupancy Primarily in UR District N. X' '' •Tigard-Tualatin Owns 189 acres
•Growth and Development Impacts on \'.' •Mutual Interest in Facility Planning ! ��
Services a �� •Tigard-Tualatin Forecast for Slow
i." � Steady Growth(4.6%by 2010) _ _
•5-Year Strategic Resource Mngt Plan
•Community Investment Plan •Beaverton is Expecting Rapid Growth _. •
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to Continue
Public Facilities Dec 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Public Facilities Dec 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
Community Facilities—Franchise Utilities Public Facilities—Key Points
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•Private Utilities with Franchise •Provided by Public and vl
Agreements&Annual Fee Private Entities .,Electricity - •Facilities and Services Must v
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•Natural Gas Be Able to Support Existing e1p
•Telecommunications - ,� and Proposed Land Uses
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•Coordinated Extension of Services — - •Coordinated Effort by Numerous 1.„
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Reduces Public Costs for Maintenance \ Organizations • M1
•Community Development Code . Services of Se �ces -
•Regulates Placement J in Efficient Manner to Leverage Funding L--
•Reduce Impact of Towers
•Collocation Provisions •Protect Health and Welfare of Residents ••:•;a•_-
While Providing a Livable Community
Pub0e Facifities Dec 19,2006 Overview to Planning Commission Pttb&c Pacifce Dec 18,2006 Overview to Planning Commission
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Hazards Planning
•Natural Features also can be hazards
Natural Hazards under certain conditions
Overview •Four urban hazards to examine: (Goal 7)
•Floods
'`3 Landslide
„\ " City of Tigard •Earthquake
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Comprehensive Plan Update \ iic re
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Who Plans for Hazards? Who Plans for Hazards?
•Agencies •Documents
•Federal Government(FEMA) •Flood Insurance Studies(FEMA)
•State of Oregon Office of Emergency •Flood Insurance Rate Maps(FIRMS)
Management •Washington County Natural Hazards
•:.,,.!Washington County Emergency Management ;..'i:•4,,Mitigation Action Plan
•City of Tigard Pudic Works Dept , ' •City-of Tigard Natural Hazards Mitigation Tigard Community Development \ Action Plan Addendum,due 2007
•igard Comp Plan, Development Code,
Municipal Code(Building)
How Do We Plan? Wildfire j
•Historical Occurrences/Frequency
•Mapping Risk Factors .Developed areas are at risk
•Geologic Conditions
•Inventory Built Environment •Key location is urban-rural fringe
;Assess Risk (interface); increasing development leads
Develop Approaches to Minimize Risk fo higher risks
fire,protection systems in place may not
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Wildfire j Wildfire
-Oregon Forestland-Urban Interface Fire
•Conditions: Protection Act of 1997: Goal to enlist
•Hot, dry, windy weather property owners to reduce risk
•Firefighters cannot contain/suppress
.I Three key components:
ultiple fires '>`' County identifies interface zone boundaries
•Dense -vegetation (fuel)
2. CI"assify fire risk
p �3. Property owners complete certification card
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-Washington County has completed#1.
Wildfire Wildfire: Reducing Risk
•TVF&R: Fire prevention and education
-Tigard: 159 brush/grass fires (2001 to •Tigard Municipal Code: Control vegetation
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before fuel load builds
•Tigard in state burn-ban area
„do''''-More than 30% of Tigard =vulnerable �'`'"'"� ° �
l Natural Hazards Addendum will address
- - impact and critical facilities affected
Located mostly at perimeter
Steep Slopes/Landslides Steep Slopes/Landslides
`ands de potental of the conterminous United S`a`es •Landslides=one of most widespread
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Steep Slopes/Landslides Steep Slopes/Landslides
•Three Primary Types: •Factors Determining Risk:
•Slides: slow, deep Most common in •Unstable slopes(>than 25%slope)
Washington County, due to erosion •Soil Type(state data)
•Rock Falls:fast moving, small in size •Bedrock Type(state data)
.r ;Flows:-Liquid movement that increases in ,„ -286 acres in Tigard(<3%)
volume-as travels
Steep Slopes/Landslides Landslides: Minimizing Risk
•Development Actions That Can Increase Municipal Code: (16)
Risk: •Addresses construction rnpacts on erosion
•Creating steeper slopes •CDC: Title 18
•Development on or adjacent to landsldes ;Steep Slopes=Sensitive Lands Permit
Development on gentle slopes '''1'' /I/'
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., / ;Prevent erosion
Summary Summary
•Wildfire: Increased risk at perimeter •Landslides: Heavy rainfall, snowmelt
•State act requires mapping, assessment trigger events
and enlists property owners in reducing •Most County-area slides due to erosion
risk •Not historical problem in Tigard
•1Nashington County mapped area • igard = <3% vulnerable
•Tigard:= 159 fires 2•'s --
- .7,313%-of land area vulnerable
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