Hatfield Marine Science Center Trail Erosion Study

Erosion is impacting a portion of the Estuary Nature Trail located adjacent to Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) facility, located on the south side of the Yaquina Bay estuary approximately one mile from the open waters of the Pacific Ocean. The HMSC Estuary Nature Trail is important to many trail users, as it is the only trail in the Yaquina Bay estuary running along side the bay. The erosion has resulted in curtailed access to the trail by the public, students, and researchers, and the reduction in trail usage is negatively affecting many users. The goals of this project were to (1) evaluate site conditions and begin to develop an understanding of the causes of trail erosion; (2) help develop potential conceptual alternatives to control the eroding portion of the trail, while, to the extent practicable, maintaining the natural and aesthetic values of the shoreline area; and (3) identify educational opportunities for both providing information on trail erosion and tsunami dangers and evacuation routes. A phased approach is being used for this project. Phase 1 (this project) consisted of an initial evaluation of the probable causes of erosion and identification of potential conceptual alternatives to help stabilize the eroding portion of the trail. Subsequently, based on the Phase 1 results and input received from the HMSC staff and Oregon Department of Land, Conservation, and Development (OLCD) staff, Phase 2 will include design of the preferred trail stabilization alternative

An Ecological Approach to Integrating Conservation and Highway Planning Volume 2

This report is intended to help transportation and environmental professionals apply ecological principles early in the planning and programming process of highway capacity improvements to inform later environmental reviews and permitting. Ecological principles consider cumulative landscape, water resources, and habitat impacts of planned infrastructure actions, as well as the localized impacts. The report introduces the Integrated Ecological Framework (Framework or IEF), a nine-step process for use in early stages of highway planning when there are greater opportunities for avoiding or minimizing potential environmental impacts and for planning future mitigation strategies. Success requires some level of agreement among stakeholders about prioritization of resources for preservation or restoration. This implies long range environmental planning as a companion to long range transportation planning so that there is a basis and methodology for prioritization. This report provides a structured collaborative way to approach these issues. It does not address environmental mitigation and permitting actions required by current law or regulation. The report provides technical background on cumulative effects assessment, ecological accounting strategies, ecosystems services, and partnership strategies, along with a summary of the available ecological tools that are most applicable to this type of work. The appendices document three pilot projects that tested the approach during the research. The Framework details steps to enhance ecological considerations and efficiency in the early stages of planning highway capacity projects. Transportation professionals must routinely interact with numerous agencies in the course of planning highway expansions. These materials are intended to help each stakeholder better understand the missions and responsibilities of the other stakeholders and provide a structured and repeatable framework for interaction, thus allowing for agreement on ecological priorities. Use of the Framework can streamline the delivery of highway projects and improve water resources and habitats. The research from SHRP 2’s Capacity Project C06 produced two volumes of reports and a companion guide. Volume 1 (forthcoming) covers institutional issues and provides examples of techniques such as banking and programmatic agreements that can be used in the highway planning process. The guide (forthcoming) provides step-by-step information to help practitioners use the Framework. Essential content from the C06 project is available on the Transportation for Communities: Advancing Projects through Partnerships website (www.transportationforcommunities.com).KEYWORDS: environmental reviews, highway planning, forecasting, transportation planning, environmental permittin

Rhododendron Drive integrated transportation plan : Draft

113 pp. Bookmarks supplied by UO. Includes maps and figures. Published May, 2007. Captured January 29, 2008.The Rhododendron (TSP) was initiated in 2006 by the City of Florence, in partnership with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). The process was undertaken to improve modal integration along the Rhododendron Drive corridor. The Rhododendron Drive Integrated Transportation Plan (RITP) will guide the management and development of appropriate transportation facilities along the Rhododendron Drive corridor. It was developed to support the City of Florenceâ s vision for improving safety and facilities to server all modes of transportation, while remaining consistent. This plan provides the City of Florence with the necessary elements for amendment to the Florence Transportation System Plan and to inform future planning and improvement efforts. [From the Plan]"This project is partially funded by a grant from the Transportation and Growth Management (TGM) Program, a joint program of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. This TGM grant is financed, in part, by federal Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), local government, and State of Oregon funds.

Interstate Corridor urban renewal area housing strategy

79 pp. Charts, tables, map. Adopted March 13, 2002. Captured August 27, 2009.The Strategy will serve as the guiding policy document for all housing expenditures administered by the Portland Development Commission within the urban renewal area, including tax increment resources. [From the document

Newport pedestrian and bicycle plan

147 pp. Bookmarks supplied by UO. Maps, tables, figures. Adopted August 18, 2008. Captured July 30, 2009.The Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan replaces the bicycle and pedestrian element of the 1997 Newport Transportation System Plan (TSP). The goal of this Plan is to provide a comprehensive list of projects and strategies for system-wide improvements to the walking and bicycling environment. [From the Plan]"The Newport Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan was partially funded by a grant from the Transportation and Growth Management (TGM) Program, a joint program of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. This TGM grant is financed, in part, by federal Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), local government, and State of Oregon funds." "Financial assistance was provided in part for development of this Newport Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended, administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, through a grant to the Department of Land Conservation and Development.

Central Gateway redevelopment strategy : Final report

121 pp. Bookmarks supplied by UO. Maps, tables, charts, figures, appendices. Published July, 2007. Captured February 27, 2009.The Central Gateway Redevelopment Strategy was initiated by the Portland Development Commission (PDC) to create a vision and implementation strategy to guide the area's growth and development for the next 15 years.... The strategy is intended to build on previous planning and analysis, refine and update that work, and to ultimately stimulate private investment in Central Gateway. [From the document

Transportation system plan : City of Jacksonville, Oregon

174 pp. Bookmarks modified by UO. Maps, tables, illus., appendices. Published June, 2009. Captured July 24, 2009.Contents of this TSP are guided by Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 197.712 and DLCD's administrative rule: The Transportation Planning Rule (TPR). These laws and rules dictate that Oregon jurisdictions develop the following: a road plan for the network of arterial and collector streets; a public transit plan; a bicycle/pedestrian plan; an air, rail, water, and pipeline plan; a transportation financing plan; and policies/ordinances to implement the TSP. [From the Plan]"This project was conducted under funding from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Rogue Valley Council of Governments (RVCOG).

Bend central area plan

704 pp. Maps, charts, tables, figures, illus., appendices. Not dated; most recent activity September 28, 2007. Captured July 15, 2009.The primary objectives of the Bend Central Area Plan (CAP) are fourfold. First and foremost, the CAP is a central area “improvement” plan, one that builds upon the good “bones” of the current Historic Downtown Core area, and upon the sound foundation of community-based planning for the area. Second, the CAP is intended to serve as the “master conceptual plan” for the Central Area, including the identification of central neighborhoods and the Third Street Reinvention. Third, the CAP is intended to correspond with the objectives of the Bend Vision 2030 Plan, as that plan designates Bend’s downtown area as a vibrant multi-use area. Finally, the overarching objective of the Plan is to ensure that the Bend Central Area will serve the community and region’s future needs for an active, mixed-use urban area. [From the Plan]"This project is partially funded by a grant from the Transportation and Growth Management (TGM) Program, a joint program of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. This TGM grant is financed, in part, by the federal Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), local government, and the State of Oregon funding.

Multnomah County West of Sandy River transportation and land use plan

189 pp. Bookmarks supplied by UO. Includes maps and figures. Adopted December 12, 2002. Captured January 9, 2008.The West of Sandy River Transportation and Land Use Plan is a rural area plan that is intended to guide development in the area over the next 20 years. In 1993, The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners initiated a Rural Area Planning Program for five areas of rural Multnomah County in order to recognize community needs and values as they relate to land use issues. This plan represents the fourth rural area plan, and contains policy direction intended to support realization of the community Vision. [From the Plan

Burnside/Couch transportation and urban design plan technical refinements : Final draft

82 pp. Bookmarks supplied by UO. Maps, charts, tables, figures, appendix. Draft published June, 2005. Captured February 18, 2009.The plan provides a vision and strategy for "humanizing Burnside" by transforming the Central City's most blighted area into a "people place" that is comfortable, safe and exciting. Street improvements and new development will create a place to walk, congregate, work, live and visit. The proposed improvements eliminate the barrier between the adjacent neighborhoods and businesses that Burnside presents today. Burnside is envisioned as a gateway to Portland's most dense neighborhoods, with diverse and interesting districts and activities. The Burnside Transportation and Urban Design Plan promises to provide safe access for all modes of travel. It will improve and clarify vehicular access to, from and within districts and neighborhoods where underdeveloped properties have development potential. The project boundary includes a 2.3 mile reach through the Central City from East 14th Avenue to West 24th Place. [From the Plan