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08/14/2019 - Agenda City of Tigard 41- Town Center Advisory Commission Agenda MEETING DATE/TIME: August 14, 2019 — 6:30 to 8:35 p.m. MEETING LOCATION: Public Works Auditorium, 8777 SW Burnham Street.,Tigard, OR 97223 1. CALL TO ORDER Kate 6:30 2. CONSIDER MINUTES Kate 6:35 3. PUBLIC COMMENT Kate 6:40 4. REVIEW A NEW TIGARD TRIANGLE IMPLEMENTATION REPORT WITH TCAC SUBCOMMITTEE Sean 6:45 Potential Action Item 5. SENIOR CENTER AFFORDABLE HOUSING Sean 7:45 6. UNIVERSAL PLAZA DRAFT PUBLIC LIFE/PUBLIC SPACE STUDY Sean 8:00 7. PROJECT UPDATES Sean 8:15 8. LIAISON REPORTS Kate 8:20 9. NON-AGENDA ITEMS All 8:30 10. ADJOURN BUSINESS MEETING Chair 8:35 *EXECUTIVE SESSION:The Tigard Town Center Advisory Commission may go into Executive Session to discuss real property transaction negotiations under ORS 192.660(2) (e).All discussions are confidential and those present may disclose nothing from the Session.Representatives of the news media are allowed to attend Executive Sessions,as provided by ORS 192.660(4),but must not disclose any information discussed.No Executive Session may be held for the purpose of taking any final action or making any final decision.Executive Sessions are closed to the public. Upcoming meetings of note: Tuesday,September 3,6:30 p.m.,TCDA Board meeting,Tigard Town Hall Wednesday, September 11,6:30 p.m.,Regular TCAC Meeting,Public Works Auditorium The City of Tigard tries to make all reasonable modifications to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to participate equally in all city meetings. Upon request,the city will do its best to arrange for the following services/equipment: • Assistive listening devices. • Qualified sign language interpreters. • Qualified bilingual interpreters. Because the city may need to hire outside service providers or arrange for specialized equipment,those requesting services/equipment should do so as far in advance as possible,but no later than 3 city work days prior to the meeting.To make a request,call 503-718-2481 (voice) or 503-684-2772 (TDD-Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf). TOWN CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION AGENDA-August 14, 2019 City of Tigard 1 13125 SW Hall Blvd.,Tigard,OR 97223 1 503-639-4171 1 www.dgard-or.gov I Page 1 of2 CITY OF TIGARD TOWN CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION Meeting Minutes June 12, 2019 Members Present: Angeline Chong, Chris Haedinger, Renette Hier, Gloria Pinzon Marin (Ex Officio),Tim Myshak, Kate Rogers (Chair),Ryan Ruggiero, and Faez Soud. Members Absent: Lucas Brook (Vice Chair), Scott Hancock, Hemendra Mathur (Alternate), and Tom Murphy. Staff Present: Redevelopment Project Manager Sean Farrelly, and Administrative Specialist Joe Patton. Others Present: TCAC Council Liaison John Goodhouse. 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Rogers called the meeting to order at 7:15 pm. The meeting was held in the Public Works Auditorium, at 8777 SW Burnham.Joe recorded the roll call. 2. CONSIDER MINUTES The May 8, 2019 TCAC Minutes were unanimously approved. 3. PUBLIC COMMENT—N/A. 4. AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING AT SENIOR CENTER The Request For Information proposals are due July 2. Staff will select the top two or three to be interviewed. Once the interviews are scheduled Sean will check with Commissioners to see who would like to serve on the interview panel. The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to rezone the site on June 17. On June 18 a public hearing will take place for the Tigard affordable housing plan. 5. PROJECT UPDATES Sean briefly discussed the updates included in the packet. He also shared a map and listing of potential development within the Tigard Triangle urban renewal district. 6. A NEW TIGARD TRIANGLE UPDATE Sean gave an update presentation noting the categories or projects and the equitable development criteria,which the consultants will use in combination with other factors to develop a project priority list. He reviewed the TCAC subcommittee ranked project evaluation criteria,the ranked priorities from a public meeting,prioritization methodology, draft investment strategy phasing, and the project timeline. The TCAC subcommittee will attend the August TCAC meeting. 7. DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE CRITERIA Leland Consulting will take input from Commissioners during the August TCAC meeting and along with other factors create the development assistance criteria. Page 1 of 2 TOWN CENTER ADVISORY COMMISSION June 12, 2019 8. LIAISON REPORTS—N/A. A. TriMet Project Manager Fiona Cundy told TTAC at their June 5 meeting the highway 217 light rail overpass will be studied with pedestrian and bicyclist access, though additional funding sources will be needed if incorporated into the final design. TTAC members will be submitting a letter of support for its inclusion to TriMet. 9. NON-AGENDA ITEMS A. Council approved increased parks fees for parks maintenance. B. Budget approval was given to hire a new Economic Development Manager that can focus on citywide economic development issues. C. Metro will hold a meeting to discuss the Southwest Corridor and affordable housing. It will take place sometime in July. 10. ADJOURN BUSINESS MEETING The meeting adjourned at 8:45 pm. Joe Patton,TCAC Meeting Secretary Kate Rogers, Chair Page 2of2 Public IV -1 -.-j 1 fe ti §pac .. ..Insi ts ' R � W ``" Understanding the Public Life Public Space Profile of Downtown Tigard PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS The Public Life, Public Soace Study Measure what you care about All cities conduct detailed analyses of traffic and parking. Motor vehicles are ever-present in the planning process. Why study Public Life? It is unsurprising then that many plans and policies are oriented around the behaviour of cars,instead of people. Collecting public lifdata allows • to: A growing number of cities now count and observe how people actually use the city,how they move through the Identify opportunities t• increase city and what they do when they spend time there. peoples quality of Understand and visualize the Measuring how people use space allows cities to impact that your work has on optimize public space for human comfort and active people. mobility,allowing for holistic solutions that take all users Tell stories and make evidence- of the public realm into account. based arguments for change. Public Life,Public Space survey study area in Tigard The IWO downtown Tigard Public Life, / Ali • � � ?���;, .•rte .,� ;' i / methodsJune 2019 using developed by Gehl Studio.The survey occurred over the course of a weekday(June 13) It i • • • . / �0 the help of volunteers including Tigard residents and local business owners. 'P n°��FS ase f= 125 intercept surveys were collected at locations in and around Downtown including . . dh J Market,the Washington Square Mail 'roc and the Tigard Public Library on June ~Po ) . i' , / City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 30 • r .KNEW l IMP Public Life is the social activity that takes place in everyday public � ~ spaces— on streets, in parks and plazas, and in the spaces between buildings. It's what people create ' together when they live their lives outside of their homes, schools, . workplaces and cars. x p, P r°�' - fir- - 'I •-•^;'i' ,� �r PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS Public life data collected in Downtown TijZard What was studied? INTERCEPT SURVEY COUNTING PEOPLE MOVING The Public Life Intercept Survey provides insights into a place beyond what can be understood through Public Life`People Moving Counts'measure how observational surveys alone.We can many people pass through a space and by what means. gain an understanding of people's This information gives us a sense of how busy a space sentiments towards the quality of the is at different times of the day and how accessible it is public realm and how the presence or by different mobility modes. absence of certain amenities impacts Looking across multiple count their experiences.It also allows us to locations in an area can provide understand whether demographics and insights into which modes are people's relationships to an area affect under-represented,and how this their perceptions of the place. corresponds with the invitations provided for these modes.This tool also counts age and gender MAPPING PUBLIC SPACE QUALITY representation by mode. In addition to public life data,the public space quality was assessed and mapped.Public space components MAPPING STATIONARY ACTIVITY mapped and assessed include: seating,shade conditions, ground floor activation, store opening hours,and local Public Life`Stationary Activity Mapping'provides destinations. insights into where people are spending time,what they are doing,and how they are occupying space.It provides a snapshot of all the activities happening in the survey area at a given time.These activities represent much of the life of the public realm.A healthy mix of activities translates into a more vibrant and interesting space for people to pass through Ori or participate in,while a monoculture \' of public life activity often suggests that the public realm is not catering to a wide enough audience.This tool also takes age and gender representation into account. City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 32 } PUBLIC LIFE INSI. f v � :a L SW Fi4aTd Ss kz TC r �i r Observing public life includes looking atpeople moving, like pedestrians walking by and cyclists,as well as people who stop and spertg''time in the public realm. - P vr. Ci Aug t 1 2019 Page 33 PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS People love, value and care about Downtown Tieard Tigard is a well loved city with small town charm,a laid The call-outs below provides a summary back vibe and a strong community that residents,business of top-mentioned sentiments about what people value about downtown Tigard. owners and visitors alike recognize and value greatly. come to this . • • park everyday • get outside around with my dogs. stronga really • why I • • . time feel -Tigard Resident community • amazing. has a small town feel.Youdon't need to drive around you , your own little spot Visitor-Frequent Tigard active community / . in Tigard for a long / while.There are a ido lot of 1P things going on here." Beyond restaurants,people value the small-town feel and the community -Tigard Resident in downtown Tigard. THIS INDICATES... ❑ a need to stay authentic and respect the small town character and identity of Tigard. City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 34 r a The people of Tigard ARE Tigard. People show up for their city, are involved in community organizations and volunteering opportunities. u� �k� F - a Local stakeholders are actively engaged in shaping Downtown Tigard. '� PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS Events brines peoble downtown &L People show up for events in Tigard and are engaged Call-outs represent the top mentioned in everything from the tree lighting ceremony to street events among survey respondents fairs and music concerts.Events bring a diverse range of people downtown, from local residents and nearby Taste of Tigard visitors,to small business owners,and families with kids. OIL I farmers'market street fairs PV Street Fair Downtown TigardrLsw— ntric st .y Event visitor numbers: IeA �, 300-500 Tree Lighting �5 I "W 5,000-7,000 Street Fairs 3,500 Taste of Tigard Ar 400-500 Movies in the Park = 4N 1,200-1,500 Outdoor Concerts at the Zoo THIS INDICATES... ❑ that events are a great way to activate downtown. ❑ a need to consider how events can continue to play a role in Downtown Tigard. City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 36 Y41T ! a Events in Tigard, from holiday festivals to summer concerts in the park and the Sunday Farmers' Market, draw a lot of people and i are drivers of public life activity in the public realm. Abu r , j _ �� j ZitV* Ali r PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS People want more "Downtown Tigard variety, downtown, storefronts, hangout . includinlZ shops that -Tigard Resident serve everyday needs 4W 4W The primary activities downtown are related to commercial The call-outs below provide a snapshot of whatpeople think is uses,especially eating and drinking,as well as waiting for missing in downtown Tigard. transport and socializing.Beyond that,there is little variation and few people are engaged in cultural or recreational convenience store activities such as reading,playing or sports. The lack of variation in activity downtown is reflected in the CR bookstores public life profile,on both the weekdays and weekends,where the flower shop majority of activity is related to transportation and commercial use. ,m grocery store 16% 20% 17% eating, waiting for waiting for drinking transport transport more places to eat 27 weekday eating, Iliweekend 42 drinking of survey respondents want more food options 21% and greater shop variety 23% 44AW engaged with in conversation commerce 21% <-- Stationary Activity Breakdown in conversation in downtown,June 13, 15 2099 THIS INDICATES... ❑ that there is a desire from both residents and visitors for a downtown that functions as a complete neighborhood with amenities that serve their everyday needs. ❑ that the public life profile today is tied to commercial uses and that there is untapped potential for downtown to become more than a commercial destination- public life is good for business! City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 38 PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS There's plenty of "Socializing without public life downtown -Tigardhaving to buy something." Resident but it's not outside in 1116. the public realm10% JL 34% monthly 9% weekly � couple times/year People come downtown and spend time.However,when they do,it's often in private commercial spaces like the 6% Tigard Taphouse,or inside local public destinations like Iftf first time the Tigard Public Library. 41% daily About half of survey respondents visit downtown daily and 25% an additional third visit weekly. 1 out of 3 surveyed hang out outside in private spaces,and many expressed a desire restaurants and cafes for more affordable and free activities downtown. _ 12% ? i•���` - ''� - �'� •� hang out in their — �: 1 0 Inside space private backyards Outside space Tigard Taphouse 1 t How often peo symposiumple come to Downtown Tigard and where people most frequently go to hang out outside. Max's Brew PubDog �s: <A lot ofpeople spend time inside or ��- Fanno Creek outside in private commercial spaces. Public Library Symposium Coffee serves as a publicpriavte � indoor and outdoor space and is active , � - throughout the day, but closed on Sunday. 1 THIS INDICATES... ❑ a need for public spaces that encourage people to spend time,without having to buy something. The public realm should be accessible for all,regardless of socio-economic status (consider that 10% of downtown residents live below the poverty line). City of Tigard Universal Plaza Design Brief I August 1,2019 Page 39 PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS Downtown activity is concentrated around3,847 commercial uses— ' • ' - •' wnn lunch and dinnertime The peak activity times downtown are at noon and 10% 0% dinnertime. Outside of these peaks,activity dies down 0-5 years old quite a bit. With a downtown population made up of people of all ages,there is potential to invite different 10% 1% audiences to spend time beyond peak times,especially 5-17 years old older adults such as retired individuals and empty-nesters, with varied public realm offerings. 13% 11% 18-24 years old 54% 80% On both the weekday and weekend,Main 31 25-64 years old Street is the most popular around dinnertime. 20 12% 8% 15 15 65+years old 5 5 Age breakdown of downtown _ population vs people observed in the downtown public realm Morning Midday Evening Downtown Tigard residents are diverse in 7:30am, *weekend 9:30am 11:30am S:OOpm age but this isn't visible in the public realm. Average of People Moving on Main St,June 13, 15 2019 Overall Age Breakdown,Staying Data June 13 2019 THIS INDICATES... ❑ an opportunity to invite different age groups to spend time downtown with varied public realm offerings. ❑ untapped potential! If there are more invitations to spend time in the downtown public realm for different age groups, chances are that the public life profile will diversify and people will spend more time downtown across all hours of the day. City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 40 -& indoor public living room } rM f 1.4 X i s Public life is good for business. A public realm that layers commercial spaces with a range of activities for young kids, families '' ' '' AX" and older adults will draw even more people downtown, not just those who want to spend time in '• restaurants and shops. ax - If the only public realm offerings are commercial spaces,part of the population will be excluded (those that don't want to/can't pay to stay). y AL PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS People ravitate towards %-..0 downtown locations that offer seatiniz, shade and opportunities to socialize It doesn't take much to bring people outside—comfortable seating,shade,and opportunities for people-watching are all great ways to encourage people to spend time.The most lively places in Downtown Tigard are those that support these basic needs,while the places that aren't fulfilling these needs correlate with the least popular areas for spending time. . . people people—watching setbacks _ �- little shade varieci seating dappled shade inactive edges no seating active edges IL An o se a tir r• -INV — — T SW Burnham St T SW Main St (weekday midday:6 peoplelhr spend time) (weekday midday:34 peoplelhr spend time) THIS INDICATES... ❑ that people seek spaces where they feel protected and comfortable, choosing to spend time in areas where there are opportunities to sit, to talk and people-watch. ❑ a need to consider how recent downtown public space investments can be maximized by adding seating, shade and other components that will invite people to linger longer. ❑ that new investments in the public realm need to offer protection, comfort and delight! City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 42 ON JK- 'I ,���5 t•V' 4%F ' � � :1 '4- �`',♦` .,rt �` \ w ,.�`��r 't� ani 4. ^tom - a i t ~'r� � },.+ '• a�' •�'�1•• ;�,�,,� .`7.F Y 9��. ylh�r � .f•�;�c-st� �1`, �� 'tl l` ,. •;S I - rel ,ay.. ' r ` `'. A, �I, t' . �.5• , •.I�.li+,��w# �. ;r�nr:- .•"' t .� - ; ` } 1, Cpl ..,- -. �`�', \f• M1 w � „y+4 } �r �, til ', .`.. �- - +,T u� {y. � • • •- '�r`3[w�s :+,�ti '` � "� � � � , '- , ` � �t ..rte rr� •.� ' Y � . ' � �� • . - n,��/,<�.' ]� 'C lis' �t i�r�s' �. " . .4;r!` '. 'fir . . . � `�',;.,,��`!"` `_=�.� a a � �I'Jam, - '•� a ,, �.. I Ep �; y���'�7� '�_ AA Nk Lj i •.-��i�' i.�I- } � � r '"� 2' {tKa+'('-I f'1F��f� � �-� r r .`:} � .s PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS Few kids and teens are suendinjZ time A. downtown While some spots invite kids and teens to spend time,like playground the skatepark,their functions are often singular and don't invite all members of this age group,or their families, . . to spend time.The low representation of young people play structure directly relates to what people want more of downtown— playspaces for kids.Almost 1 out of 5 people surveyed, more than anything else,want to see more kid-friendly spaces. things for kids and families Kids and teens are more present on the weekend,but keep children in mind compared to census data,they are not well-represented in the downtown public realm. kid splash ... board games 10%* 10%* census census activities for all ages 5% 5% weekend weekend 0 0% w1 day t Snapshot of what people would like to see weekday in the design of a new downtown public space 0-6 7-14 *0-5 census *5-17 census Observational Survey,Age Breakdown June 13, 15 2019 American Community Survey 2012-2016 THIS INDICATES... ❑ a need to create spaces for kids and their families to spend time. ❑ a need for more places for young adults to hang out. City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 44 . . kids of all agesvariation in activity P In the Tigard area, Cook Park is a favorite spot. This public space invites kids and families to spend time with room to play, comfortable areas T• for socializing and protection from the elements. AN specific program 7 skateboarders _ "rad:ji•. `.^ �_ " .. ' } �iIn While the Tigard Skatepark is a great spot for some kids and teens, it's highly specific program doesn't cater to all young adults. iF fy� PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS When asked what people want in a new downtown public space, they expressed desire for food play and (free) events . . . People's top desires for a new plaza downtown: 9% kid-friendly activities Other 15% kayaking 30 Kid,Play Spaces Parking 4% food carts Dog-FriendySpaces picnic tables 4% Exercise, Recreation 10% 5% Food+Beverage 0 Shade free events meet-up spaces 5% 10% Social Spaces Events, Entertainment community gardens 6% live music Green, Garden 10% water feature 8% Amenities a place . off Shops 9% Water Features accessible, FF THIS INDICATES... ❑ that people want a new public space downtown to supports both everyday activities and events. ❑ a new public space downtown needs to be flexible enough to accommodate a range of activities, and also integrate an anchor program that can draw people to spend time when there are no events. City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 46 PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS . . . but, people also "There are many places that extra$can spent rather expressed concerns than a park,figure JL infrastructure first,then maybe about maintenance -Tigard Resident and investment Survey respondents want the public realm in downtown Tigard to be well-maintained.They expressed concerns about a new public space requiring a lot of maintenance. beautiful They worry that the plaza will not stay clean and safe throughout the course of the day,expressing concern that it might invite for less desirable social activities during the late evening hours- such as people who are encamped. high quality /1low,low maintenance The summary above provider a snapsbot of sentiments about what people value downtown and wbat they want in the design of a new pla.Za. i THIS INDICATES... ❑ a need for a well developed stewardship,maintenance and operations strategy for downtown in general and for new public spaces. ❑ the importance of`density of activities' through active programming and physical features that invite for a range of activities to happen in order for a new public space to feel active and safe. City of Tigard Universal Plaza Design Brief I August 1,2019 Page 47 PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS Downtown TijZard • Public Life / Public Space TJL • As Downtown develops and continues to grow it's • . - • • important that the public realm supports both existing and future public life. Now is the time to make sure that •_ _ _ the future Downtown Tigard will serve the needs of both existing and new residents and businesses. The public life public space targets represent desired changes in the Downtown Tigard public life profile over time. The targets serve as a tool for change that allow the City • . • .of Tigard to set goals for the public realm,establish a benchmark and measure and evaluate the success of public space investments in downtown Tigard. These targets are based on the current public life,public •_ •_ space profile defined through the June 2019 benchmark survey and engagement process. City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 PUBLIC LIFE INSIGHTS public life/public space target evaluation method 1 Increase in number of people walking Movement counts downtown ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I Increase in number of people spending Stationary activity counts time in the downtown public realm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- More opportunities for everyday O ' Stationary activity counts activities outside of lunch and dinner activities----------------------------------------------------------------------- Maintain reported sense of community Intercept survey and belonging -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Increase in annual events and event Downtown events data goers downtown --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Greater variety of stationary activities Stationary activity counts across downtown—day and night --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Increase in play and recreational Stationary activity counts activities downtown all year-round ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------t------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Increase -------------------------------------- Increase in the presence of kids, teens, Age&gender stationary activity and older adults in the public realm and movement counts --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Increase in public seating offerings in Public space observation streets, plazas and parks downtown "&W,9r Continued citizen participation in I Intercept survey neighborhood and citywide programs --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Greater reported sense of satisfaction Intercept survey in public space investment and maintenance downtown City of Tigard Universal Plaza Design Brief I August 1,2019 Page 49 STRATEGIC RECOMMENDATIONS The art of creatines protection a good public space O Protection against AL unpleasant sensory experiences wind,rain,cold,heat,dust, Understanding how people experience their environment is pollution,noise fundamental to creating good public spaces.To invite people to spend time in any public space,three categories must be O Protection against considered;protection,comfort,and enjoyment. traffic & accidents protection for pedestrians The thinking behind these three categories is as follows: 1) and cyclists,safe crossings without basic protection from cars,noise,rain/wind,people will generally avoid spending time in a space;2)without elements O Protection against that make walking,using a wheelchair,standing,sitting,and crime &violence talking comfortable,a place won't invite people to stay;and 3) lively public realm,passive great public spaces tend to offer positive aesthetic and sensory surveillance,diversity of functions experiences,take advantage of local climate,and provide human- scale elements so people don't feel lost in their surroundings. comfort enjoyment OOpportunities to O Opportunities to see Dimensioned at walk/cycle reasonable viewing distances, human scale room for walking,interesting unhindered&interesting buildings&spaces in facades,no obstacles,good views,easy orientation observance of the important surfaces,accessibility human dimensions in relation Opportunities to talk to senses,movements size, OOpportunities to stop and listen and behaviour & stay low noise levels,public attractive&functional edges, seating arrangements O O PPortunities to defined spots for staying, conducive to talking enjoy positive climate objects to lean against or aspects stand next to O Opportunities for play sun/shade,heat/coolness, & exercise shelter from wind/breeze OOpportunities to sit allow for physical activity, defined zones for sitting, exercise,play&street O Aesthetic qualities pleasant views,people entertainment,temporary good design&detailing,good watching,mix of seating activities,by day and night,in materials,fine views/vistas, summer and winter rich sensory experiences: trees,plants,water City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 50 y� � .• . . ..AC 5little shade 1 } + '�~ * 5high-quality ■ n Square in Pittsburgh, a costly investment,won a distinguished national design award but the space has little public life throughout the day with a weekday average of only 22 people spending time. 4! people watching= .A' A. mature trees . public edgesactive k cafe sea ng flexible furniture . . z & y -- - - - ,-,• - A 5 Market Square in Pittsburgh supports vibrant public life ` and the numbers prove it! On a typical weekday there are 6X as many people spending time than in Mellon Square. Pboto:Pittsburgh Downtown Partner hp NewrlettEr STRATEGIC RECOMMENDATIONS Downtown Tigard: A Complete Neighborhood .A. Recent changes to Downtown Tigard,from complete streets to recreational paths and parks,new residential developments and foundational work for public transportation and downtown businesses,demonstrate that not only is there a desire for Downtown Tigard to grow,but there is also a desire to ensure it continues to thrive and better serve Tigard residents. To ensure that the future downtown delivers as `A Complete Neighborhood',consider these 4 high level strategic recommendations: 1. A WELL-CONNECTED AND DEFINED 3. EXPANDED DOWNTOWN OPENING DOWNTOWN PUBLIC SPACE NETWORK HOURS, DAILY, WEEKLY AND SEASONALLY • Define and prioritize key connections between In addition to creating more opportunities for people existing and new downtown amenities with quality to spend time in the public realm,consider how pedestrian and cycling links. Consider how missing the current Public Life,Public Space Profile can be links,like the Tigard Heritage Trail by the WES expanded with targeted activities and programming Station area,can be addressed and how connections that offer options to spend time outside of the typical between this trail and the Fanno Creek trail can be `business hours'.While Universal Plaza holds the enhanced for people walking and cycling. potential to contribute to this,consider how existing spaces can be leveraged. 2. STREETS, TRAILS, PARKS AND PLAZAS, 4. NEW DEVELOPMENTS OFFERING THAT OFFER OPPORTUNITIES TO SPEND OPPORTUNITIES FOR MORE PEOPLE AND TIME FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES BUSINESSES TO MOVE TO DOWNTOWN • Continue to invest in the public realm and consider Concentrate new developments in and around how the value of public space investments,like the the downtown core to ensure they are connected Fanno Creek Trail and the Tigard Heritage Trail,can to the downtown public space network. Consider be optimized by adding activity nodes that offer a how amenities can be invited into new and infill variety of places to spend time,for both active and developments as well as vacant lots to fill-in the passive recreation.Consider`the art of creating a complete neighborhood gaps. Examine how new good public space'for both existing and new public developments can contribute to the public realm spaces.Set Public Life Public Space Targets in order experience through a mindful relationship between to measure the impact of the investments. outdoor and indoor spaces. City of Tigard I Universal Plaza Design Brief August 1,2019 Page 52 STRATEGIC RECOMMENDATIONS A complete neighborhood as downtown Tigard grows, consider how deliver amenities by the community not yet present A complete neighborhood is walkable and safe for all. It offers everyday life amenities within a reasonable walking distance from peoples'homes and local meeting places that can strengthen an active lifestyle and social connections.It offers retail and job opportunities that can be beneficial for the local economy and help strengthen the neighborhood in its'entirety. .O ® MFarmers'arket © Food Store 0 Coffee with Produce Convenience or ♦ 0• Liquor Store () Public Library Bakery © Bar © Grocery Store ® Book Store ® Restaurant or Cultural Arts Cafe Sidewalk Facility Movie Theater /Outdoor Dining ���Z�M/ Community or Community or Hair Care �UTFspyq�/ 0Arts Workshops ® Recreation Center ® ++ Shared I$ Museum Bank ® Workplaces Live Music Venue ® Health Club ©_ Laundry or © Playground Dry Cleaner 12 yrs Social Services 0 Clothing Store 0 Center ® Adult or ® Senior Care Hardware Store Child Care • Pharmacy © ® � �+ Family ® Religious Facility 0 Other Retail Entertainment Venue Educational look Facility Government Medical Clinic Office that serves Public On-Site Post Office © Police or Fire Station i City of Tigard Universal Plaza Design Brief I August 1,2019 Page 53 Agenda Item 7 8/5/19 Urban Renewal Prosect Updates City Center URD 1. Main Street at Fanno project • Development agreement to be extended for 90 days, with a second 90 day extension possible. 2. Universal Plaza • Gehl Studio completed Public Life/Public Space Study • RFP for Plaza project owner's rep issued 3. Tigard Street Heritage Trail/Rotary Plaza/Public Restroom • Trail/plaza construction contract awarded • Construction to start September (2-3 months) • Restroom contract to Council August 13 4. Main Street Green Street Phase 2 • Negotiating scope and budget with the top Design and Engineering bidder 5. Senior Center Affordable Housing • 3 organizations interviewed. Northwest Housing Alternatives selected to negotiate a development agreement with 6. Community Engagement • Website updated 7. Urban Renewal Improvement Grants • Senat Taphouse project completed • Communicated with brokers representing vacant properties on fund availability • Committee reviewing 3 new applications on August 13 8. Downtown Murals • Mural on the side of the old Tigard Cycle building next to the Fanno Creek Trail completed 9. UR Financing: • Requests for Financing (borrowing) Proposals Released Tigard Triangle URD 1. A New Tigard Triangle • Draft implementation strategy to be reviewed by TCAC with TCAC subcommittee • Community meeting scheduled for October 2. Red Rock Creek Commons Agenda Item 7 • Groundbreaking in summer 2019 3. Dartmouth and 72nd Mixed Use • Architectural and engineering design continuing • Anticipating building permit application in next 3-4 months