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Monday, November 10, 2003
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7:00 p.m. —Public Meeting& Work Session
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Members: City Hall Council Chamber
James Johnson,Chair 380 A Avenue
Frank Groznik, Vice Chair Lake Oswego, OR 97034
Mary Beth Coffey, Kenneth L. Sandblast,
Mark Stayer, Daniel Vizzini and Alison Webster For Information: 503/635-0290
Council Liaison: Jack Hoffman AGENDA
This meeting is in a handicapped accessible location. For any special accommodations, please
contact Iris Treinen, 503/697-6591, 48 hours before the meeting.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
HI. CITIZEN COMMENT—Regarding Issues Not On the Agenda (3 minute limit per individual)
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
October 13, 2003
October 27, 2003
V. PUBLIC MEETING
East End Redevelopment Plan Update (P 03-0008)
Staff coordinator is Robert Galante, Redevelopment Director
VI. GENERAL PLANNING —WORK SESSION
1uality of Life Indicators Report (P 01-0001)—Review and Discussion
Staff coordinator is Sidaro Sin, Associate Planner
VII. OTHER BUSINESS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
FILL
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MEMORANDUM
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TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Sidaro Sin, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: Quality of Life Indicators (QOL)
DATE: October 23, 2003
Action:
Review the draft Quality of Life Report dated October 23, 2003 (Attachment 1).
Discussion:
In February 2000, the City Council approved the Quality of Life Indicators task force final report.
The report included an implementation plan and timetable for completing the remaining two phases
of the Quality of Life Indicators Program. Phase 1, is the adoption of a final set of indicators which
will act as "yardsticks" to measure various aspects of the quality of life in the City. Phase 2 is the
establishment of targets for the adopted indicators, which will provide goals for the community to
work towards.
At the Planning Commission's meeting on March 12, 2001, the Commission discussed the proposed
timeline for the QOL Program and recommended completion of Phase 1 by the end of 2001 (now
extended to end of 2002) and begin Phase 2 after Periodic Review. Since then, staff has been
meeting with a subcommittee of the Planning Commission to develop a final set of indicators. The
proposed final set of indicators reflects approximately a year and half of work by the subcommittee
to develop a suitable set of indicators that provides a comprehensive picture of the City. With
support from the Planning Commission, it is the intent of staff to provide these indicators to the City
Council before their goal setting meeting in 2004.
The attached draft report is still a work in progress. Included as Attachment 2 is a matrix describing
the status of each indicator. Also, please note the following:
• 35 out of 41 indicators are considered to be complete.
• Format and photos are not finalized.
• Items in the appendices section provides a general idea of the information that will be
provided in this section. It is not complete.
• Seven indicators are proposed as "sustainability" indicators.
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tidi or 3.1 —Fire Department staff will be forwardingthis information shortly.
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• Indicator 3.2 —The data is compiled,but staff is waiting for a definition of"fire".
• Indicator 5.3 —Staff is awaiting Engineering Dept. approval for the allocation of staff and
resources to complete pursue this indicator.
• Indicator 5.4 - Lake Corporation staff has agreed to provide the City with this information.
It should be available shortly.
• Indicator 6.4 —The GIS Dept. is compiling this information. It should be available shortly.
• Indicator 8.1 —This indicator is generally complete,but staff is trying to obtain state or
national averages as a comparison.
• Indicator 9.1 —This indicator is generally complete. However, we may consider revising
it.....does it give us the information that we are looking for?
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Draft QOL Report (10/23/03)
2. QOL Indicator Status Matrix
L:\PC\Quality of Life Indicators\.Sid's\Memos\10-23-03ReportMemo.doc
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Task Force Members Sub-Committee Staff
Chris Fowler, Co-Chair Dan Vizzini, Co-Chair Dan Vizzini
John Baines Colleen Bennett Frank Groznik
Susan Blackman Jim Bolland David Waring
Dwight Bussman Dee Denton Alison Webster
Marcia Donnelly Sherry Finnigan
Donald Fiser Ivy Frances
Henry Germond Polly Gray
Jack Hoffman Joel Johnson
Neda Maghbouleh Susan Noack
Sheila Ostly Edward Popkin
Dorothy Rogers Christine Roth
Art Scevola Patt Thomas
Lorie James (Alternate)
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Charge Statement
The purpose of a Quality of Life Indicators Program is to maintain community livability and identify
growth related impacts that may affect the community's quality of life. Goal 14 of the City's
Comprehensive Plan provides direction for the development of objective indicators. Therefore, the
assignment of the task force is to inventory, identify, and develop specific qualify of life indicators
and to make recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council on adoption and
implementation of an indicator program. Indicators shall be comprehensive, measurable, and use
timely reliable information that is already available or can be readily obtained. The implementation
program shall include: a time-frame; estimated budget; potential funding sources; and list of
possible actions corresponding to the indicators.
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Table of Contents
Overview
Lake Oswego Perspective
Indicators
• Homes and Neighborhoods x
• Mobility and Access x
• Security and Well-Being .x
• Education x
• Environment and Natural Resources x
• Economic Opportunity and Vitality x
• Parks, Recreation and Open Space .x
• Culture and History x
• Community Involvement .x
Definitions
Appendices
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Overview
What are Quality of Life Indicators? •
The long-term success of a community's Comprehensive Plan depends
on the ability of community leaders to respond to changing forces and rr "
situations and adjust community goals and policies accordingly. The
proposed system of quality of life indicators will enable the City to
monitor the impacts of growth and change on the community and — •_
suggest necessary changes to the Comprehensive Plan. These indicators �1, •collectively measure the extent that the community has achieved its '""' R�' , ,1, `a t'r A': ; '" •
•goals as a livable city, and individually the indicators serve to evaluate � ,' �: �, ;„ �� • ' '
the impact that future development would have on the City's qualityof s ' In! r �'" r,al�.� `'
life. In this way the indicators compliment the vision and the functions :� .x, „ Tr-r• --t 4__, r-,,� ,�,• ,;
of the Comprehensive Plan, and represent a powerful tool for guiding ,r' �.,y. ``
the community's evolution. " " ) > ' t
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In addition to their direct relationship to the Comprehensive Plan,
quality of life indicators provide the following benefits to the community:
• Provide a framework to set community targets for future goals and to chart progress.
• Provide a basis for analyzing the feasibility and benefits of specific programs and ordinances.
• Provide a framework for program and performance evaluation and accountability for results.
• Provide a basis for allocating limited resources.
How did we get to where we are now?
In 1997, the Lake Oswego City Council adopted Growth Management policies in response to growing concerns about the
environmental, economic and social impacts of urbanization. The policies set forth a number of City actions, including the
development of quantifiable indicators to measure changes in the quality of life in Lake Oswego.
In December 1998, the City Council selected a 24-member task force to inventory, identify, and develop specific quality of life
indicators and to subsequently make recommendations to the Planning Commission and the Council on adoption and implementation
of an indicator program.
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The Task Force began its work in February 1999. Over the course of nine months, Task Force V:5p , • 4
members (1) received staff briefings on the principles of performance measurement, (2) •
reviewed the efforts of other municipalities, (3) identified broad topic areas for organizing +4
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work, (4) developed more than 300possible indicators, and (5) finallynarrowed its list of ' 1.-‘ ' r"'
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recommended indicators to 72. _wn ,a�r� ;:e04.
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The Task Force organized itself into 4 focus groups and divided the responsibility of developing , ' f
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recommended indicators based on general topic areas, such as community involvement, public
safety, education and the environment. The Task Force held 12 formal work sessions and hosted two open house meetings to invite
public review and comment. Task Force members also held numerous informal meetings to advance the work of individual focus
groups.
In the end, the Task Force recommended 72 Quality of Life indicators, organized under 9 program categories. Those indicators were
then refined and reviewed by a subcommittee of the Planning Commission. The growth management indicators found in this report
are the result of a lengthy process to focus the number of indicators to a core group of descriptive indicators that would provide a clear
description of the quality of life in Lake Oswego.
Report Format
1) Homes and Neighborhoods; Mobilityand Access; 3)
As noted previously, indicators are organized into 9 major topic areas: g 2)
Security and Well-Being; 4) Education; 5) Environment and Natural Resources: 6) Economic Opportunity and Vitality; 7) Parks,
Recreation and Open Space; 8) Culture and History; and 9) Community Involvement. The report includes a description of the
indicator, a rationale for why the indicator was chosen and an explanation of what the data shows. Words with an asterisk(*) are
defined at the end of the report.
Sustainability Indicators
A special element that has been added to the indicators program is the inclusion of sustainability indicators. These 1111
indicators in some way monitor activities that contribute to the preservation of natural resources, air quality or the 1"_4
environment.
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Lake Oswego Perspective
Lake Oswego's size, natural setting and pattern of development lend a F F.,; r g .
predominant "village" character to the community. The city's village feel is r ,: - 1 �' '•`
accentuated by a physical isolation caused by natural and man-made ` - ' .r. . '' ' w'-.' :_ , '
barriers, such as the Willamette River, Palatine Hill, Tryon Creek State Park 1,:r .'--+4►. F t 6''-
and Interstate 5. The city's village character is reflected in distinct -
neighborhoods, close links between residential and commercial areas, and a , ► ,;'- . - �54 ..'f - • h,' _ .:r e
local focus of businesses and commercial services. "'� + ;rJ. t. ;y i _ J
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Lake Oswego is a garden of natural beauty in the region of increasing w --:- 44 ,r f +` •.y: f`L �� t „�
urbanization. The variety of physical terrain, groves of trees, and sheltered , `i fir•„' . ;... ii ,1 i, r-.�'x°
watersheds offer rest, relaxation and recreation to city residents. The natural , ,., � " � :., Z�:. . �i _ �� ,A � '�:_
beauty promotes a demand by residents for development that respects and °� ,•K. :.) I't br. 4... 't `'' «y
reflects the physical environment. '*'+ '�=3, f'°' ' • . .44
The settled population and mature natural landscape afford Lake Oswego a ',' . r' ,4 ' '',?� -Njt fl' et:
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sense of stability, continuity, peacefulness and permanence. The stable ;; „} `�+ :
population, reflects a wide range of ages and socio-economic status. The r", 'f , e' :,: r w-
residents and businesses are active participants in community activities and t.- * c- :;.'�' ' M t, '
enterprises. . s �; .,,�:,, r
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The residents of Lake Oswego share a common appreciation for free ' ''". '; =' •,, " • -
expression, and the pursuit of intellectual, cultural and athletic achievement. ._ . i '`4 `Y .
The community offers and supports a wide variety of opportunities and '4,. ., . {
resources to promote these pursuits. ' y
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CITY OF LAKE OSWEGO STATISTICS
General Select 2000 Census Information
Year of Incorporation 1910 Population 35,278
Form of Government Council/Manager Median Age 41.2
Population(7/02) 35,750 Average Household Size 2.38
Areas in Square Miles 11.05 Total housing Units 15,668
Oswego Lake (acres, private) 402 Median Household Income $71,597
Public Safety Community
Number of Sworn Police Officers 43 Libraries 1
Avg. Number of Officers on Patrol' 4 Adult Community Centers 1
Number of Patrol Vehicles 14 Neighborhood Associations 19
Number of Patrol Bicycles 4 Citizen Advisory Boards 10
Number of Patrol Motorcycles 2 Non-Profit Performing Art Center 1
Number of Fire Stations 4 Amphitheater 1
Number of Fire Personnel 51
Recreation Education
Parks 24 Public Elementary Schools 9
Outdoor Swim Parks 2 Public Junior High Schools 2
Public Riverfront Beach 1 Public High Schools 2
Indoor Swim Facilities 2 Private University 1
Indoor Tennis Facility 1
Outdoor Tennis Courts (public) 12 Infrastructure
Golf Courses (1 public/1 private) 2 Water Mains (miles) 215
Water Sport Recreation Center 1 Sanitary Sewers (miles 201
Storm Sewers (miles) 131
Streets (miles) 178
Number of Water Hydrants 1,690
At any given time
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Homes and Neighborhoods
Lake Oswego is first and foremost a city of quality residential neighborhoods. The value, attractiveness and
diversity of the housing stock are an economic strength that attracts a diverse and active residential population.
Our quality of life is directly related to stable residential neighborhoods, neighborhood character that balances built
and natural environments, and a diverse inventory of high quality housing. Housing and residential development
occupy a strong place in the Lake Oswego Comprehensive Plan, reflecting popular concern for protecting the
economic, social and environmental qualities of a predominately residential community.
Goals from the City's Comprehensive Plan provide an indication of
community values. Key goals that address homes and neighborhoods
include (but are not limited to) the following:
• Maintain a balanced, diverse housing inventory.
• Retain the character of existing neighborhoods. .s
• Ensure that major subdivisions are compatible with the character
of adjacent neighborhoods.
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• Ensure an equitable distribution of increased infrastructure costs.
■ Maintain and improve the environmental quality of the City
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• Maintain the per capita acreage of neighborhood parks and open
space.
• Retain the carrying capacity of neighborhood streets and the major collection systems.
• Minimize the impact of increased student population on local schools.
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.1 The percentage of approved variance w�r:,. ! '4" . :0--
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requests per year. , ,�;� ;,,,, :� � !� .r � �
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Indicator Description
This indicator looks at the number and percentage of variances that have been approved since 1995. The data
identifies the total number of variances requested because there may be more than one variance request per
application.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• This is a measure of how well the City's residential neighborhood policies and zoning ordinance are
accommodating growth and development.
What Does The Data Show?
The general trend for approval of variances appears Class 1 and 2 Variances
to be declining. In 1995 and 1996 all variances were Year Class Class Withdrawn/ Total Percentage
approved. Since then, approvals have fluctuated. 1 2 Denied Variances Approved
Approvals for Class 1 variances significantly Requested
1995 25 3 0 28 100%
outnumber Class 2 variances. There does not appear 1996 22 10 0 32 100%
to be a pattern for the number of total variances 1997 39 9 6 54 I 88%
received each year. The number of variances 1998 26 1 7 34 I 79%
requested in 2002 significantly dropped compared to 1999 30 2 2 34 I 94% 1
the previous years. This could be a result of changes 2000 20 1 4 25 84% 1
in the Community Development Code. 2001 34 1 12 47 74% 1
2002 9 11 3 23 87%
Source: City of Lake Oswego Planning Department
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1.2 The percentage of approved zone change
requests per year.
Indicator Description
This indicator examines the percentage of zone changes that have been approved since 1997. Zone changes
included in the count only include applications that requested a change on the zoning map from one zone to
another zone. It does not include zoning text amendments, automatic zone changes as a result of an annexation.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• This is a measure of the City's residential neighborhood Requests Approved Percentage
policies and zoning ordinance are accommodating Approved
growth and development. 1997 0 0 0
1998 4 4 100
What Does The Data Show? 1999 2 0 0
In the last six years, there have been nine applications for a 2000 1 0 I 0
zone change. Only six or 66% overall were approved. In 2001 2 2 I 100
1997. and 2002 there were no requests for zone changes. In 2002 0 0 0
1998 all four zone change requests were approved. Total 9 6 66
However, in 1999 two zone changes were denied and in
2000 one was denied. It appears that zoning is stable in the community.
Source: City of Lake Oswego Planning Department
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Average$
New Valuation $ valuation per
Permits lin MiIlio11f), ermit
1995 35 9 57,142
1.3 The average valuation of new 1996 113 49.9 264,601
single-family dwelling permits. 1997 77 19.8 45,7,142 _
1998 146 31,4 15,Q0
I 1999 116 22 1 Q9,fg
2000 99 17.3 1 74,j47
Indicator Description I 2001 102 24.8 243,137
This measures the level of commitment for staying in the City as I 2002 82 27.4 334,146 i
measured by the dollar amount reinvested into an existing
dwelling or new construction. Data is obtained from building
records between 1995 and 2002. The valuation of
a house for new construction is derived form the
Uniform Building Code valuation schedule based Average Valuation for New
on a set per square foot cost. Single-Family Dwellings Permits
1995-2002
Why Are We Measuring This? 400,000 -
• Willingness of individuals to reinvest in the 350,000 - _
Ican be directly attributed to the 300,000
quality of life in a community. — _
250,000 --
200,000 — _ —
What Does The Data Show? o —
150,000 _....._ —..... _ - —..
The average valuation of new single-family 100,000 —
dwelling permits was $257,000 in 1995. That 50,000 — --
average remained fairly constant until it began o -
dropping in 1998. The average hit a low of 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002
$174,000 in 2000, but since then has steadily
increased to a seven y:,, .�.. vL.u.b,: high of$334,000 Years
in 2002.
Source: City of Lake Oswego Building )j�Y CLI«��/.;I.l
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1.4 The average valuation of Average$
Remodel Valuation $ valuation
remodeled single-family Permits (in Millions) ppr Dpimit
dwellin ermits. 1995 138 3.5 25.362
g 1996 314 6.6 21,019
1997 248 6.8 27,419
Indicator D .,, 1998 334 7.9 23,652
This indicator tracks the number of building 1999 351 5.3 15,Q99
permits that were issued for remodeled single- 2000 338 6.7 19,822
2001 310 7.1 22,903
family dwellings. The valuation for remodels is 2002 373 10.6 28,418 I
derived from the value of equipment, materials,
labor, overhead and profit for the remodel project.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• F ......,.,.,,;,...,: and longevity of the city's residents
can be directly attributed to the quality of life in a
Average Valuation for Remodel Single-Family
✓ �y Dwelling Permits 1995-2002
What Does The Data Show?
•The number of remodel building permits has 30,000 — —
steadily increased over the years and has reached a 25,000 --.--
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seven year high of 373 permits in 2002. However, 20,000 -- - — — — --I
although the valuation of remodels has increased
from 3.5 million in 1995 to 10.6 million in 2002, the 0 15,000 -- -- —
average valuation has not increased that io,000 - - - — -- -- .---
significantly. Although it has been steadily
climbing from a low in 1999 of$15,000 to a high of 5,000 — —$28,000 in 2002. 0 -
1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002
Source: City of Lake Oswego Building Department Year
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Mobility and Access
Lake Oswego developed during an age of dependence on the r� T 1°F ' .70. .
automobile. Much of our existing quality of life is influenced by our —
personal reliance on the automobile, and our city's ability to manage :: •• •�, . . 4 ` •�
automobile-based transportation demands. As our city (and the w ,;,ice -- .!4 ,
surrounding region) develops and matures, our ability to preserve our 1; ..,„-. ,,,
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that promote mobilityand access for our entire community. For those a �'7
residents who are unable to drive (the young, elderly, disabled or '' '' e •
disadvantaged), mobility is a particular challenge if they are to have °`'i r " . 3° L .2
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access to the amenities and services that are readily available in Lake " --, 1 ' `' 44:
Oswego. Our transportation "resources" must accommodate the needs " ,:.
of all residents by providing an adequate mix of streets, sidewalks, rIII
pathways, bike lanes and bus services. By providing and promoting 1 - ' :` r u:.'
alternatives to the automobile, Lake Oswego improves its quality of life . �..._
by reducing congestion, noise and pollution. 'i:;.-_ "` i
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Indicator Description ">� 2.1 The percentage of total miles of bike
Bike and pedestrian facilities are
combined and measured against and pedestrian facilities to total street
vehicles street miles to establish a miles within the City.
comparison. Pedestrian facilities include
pathways and sidewalks. Bike facilities only include bike lanes (although some multi-use pathways allow
bicycles). Multi-use pathways are counted under pedestrian facilities. Sidewalks and bike lanes are only measured
once although they may be on both sides of a roadway. This generally maintains a good comparison between the
three facilities without inflating the bike and pedestrian facilities mileage. Please note that the sum of bike and
pedestrian miles also includes off-road pathways and
therefore, may exceed the total street miles. Year 2003 2005 2007
Why Are We Measuring This? Miles of Bike 1 1 .4
• The ability to bike or walk in the city adds to the Facilities
quality of life. Are opportunities increasing? Miles of Pedestrian 124.4
• This indicator is also a sustainability indicator in Facilities
that it promotes the use of alternative modes of Miles of Roadway 178
travel, thereby reducing the dependency on oil and
as noted above helps the air quality in the City.
Percentage of Bike & 76%
What Does The Data Show? Pedestrian to Street
There is currently insufficient data to make any Miles
substantial findings. The 2003 data will be used as a
base line number for subsequent years. However, at this time we can conclude that for every mile of roadway the
City provides, it provides three quarters of a mile of bicycle or pedestrian facilities.
Source: City of Lake Oswego, GIS Dept.
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2.2 Tri-Met bus ridership in Lake Oswego. IP-4°
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Indicator Description
Ridership counts are taken twice a year by Tri-Met, in the Fall and Spring. Tri-Met staff indicates that the Spring
and Fall numbers are approximately the same, therefore, spring ridership counts between 2000 through 2002
during the months of March, April and May are used for this indicator. The counts represent the number of
passengers boarding the bus "on" in Lake Oswego and the number of passengers getting "off" of the bus in Lake
Oswego at approximately 200 bus stop locations within the city limits.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• The opportunity to ride public transit is important to the community in that it provides independence
for those that may not otherwise have the opportunity to drive, walk or ride.
• This indicator is also a sustainability indicator in that it promotes the use of alternative modes of travel, thereby
reducing the dependency on oil and, as noted above, helps the air quality in the City.
What Does The Data Show? Year ON OFF Total
Ridership in Lake Oswego has been pretty consistent keeping Ridership
below 2,200 on-off transactions. In 2000, there were more riders 2000 1,117 1,482 2,164
getting off of the bus in Lake Oswego than were getting on the 2001 1,036 1,099 2,135
bus. However, by 2002 that number is almost the same. 2002 1,033 1,087 2,120
Source: Tri-Met
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2.3 Percentage of streets miles providingj.
transit service, to the total miles of
streets in Lake Oswego.
Indicator Description
This indicator looks at the opportunity for people to travel within Lake Oswego. In 2002, there were six bus routes
that provided service in the City.
This is the first year that this data is being taken. Subsequent years will provide enough data to make findings.
Why Are We Measuring This?
The more miles provided for bus transit:
• Could increase the number of ridership and therefore reduce the number of single occupancy vehicle trips.
• Provide the opportunity for independence for those who may not have ability to drive, walk or ride a bike.
This indicator is also a sustainability indicator in that it promotes the use of an alternative mode of travel (other
than single occupancy vehicle), thereby reducing the dependency on oil and as helps the air quality in the City.
What Does The Data Show?
There is currently insufficient data to make any substantial findings. Year 2002 2004 2006
The 2002 data will be used as a base line number for subsequent I Miles of Transit 43
years. However, at this time we can conclude that only one quarter I Miles of Street 178
of the City's roadways are served by transit. Percentage of 24%
Transit Miles to
Street Miles
Source: City of Lake Oswego, GIS Dept.
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PCI Value Description Recommended
2.4 Pavement Condition Index (PCI) for major Action
roadways in the City. 71-100 Good Preventative
Slurry
seals/patching
Indicator Description 51-70 Moderate 2"-3" overlay
The PCI is a statewide rating system to determine and monitor 31-50 Poor lelevellinveg with
ing
pavement condition. The City has PCI data for all streets within the 10-30 Failing Reconstruction
City. PCI ratings were performed in 1999 and recently in 2002. PCI
ratings range from 100 (good) to 0 (poor). This indicator looks at nine roadways in Lake Oswego that are classified as
either a major arterial, minor arterial, or major collector. The overall PCI is taken for several segments for each
roadway. The PCI number used is an average of several segments of the roadway.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• The City's level of commitment to street maintenance that contributes PAVEMENT CONDITION INDEX
to mobility and aesthetics in the City can be reflected in the condition Street 1999 2002
of roadways. "A" Ave. 54 77
What Does The Data Show? Boones Ferry 59 78
The PCI between 1999 and 2002 has improved for most roadways Rd.
measured in the City. Making significant improvements on "A" Avenue, Bryant Rd. 54 68
Boones Ferry Rd., Bryant Rd., Iron Mt. Blvd., and McVey Ave. Country Club 75 68
However, two roadways, Country Club Road and South Shore Boulevard Rd.
have had their PCI decrease. Country Club Road PCI decreased Iron Mt. Blvd. 62 82
substantially from 75 to 68. The marked improvement or decrease in PCI Kruse Wy. 85 87
could be attributed to roadway improvement in the Capital Improvement McVey Ave. 75 87
Plan (CIP) or due to improvements associated with land development. South Shore 84 82
Blvd.
Source: City of Lake Oswego, Transportation Engineering Division 1 State St. N/A N/A
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2.5 The volume of traffic on major 2003 Traffic
roadways in the City. Roadway Volume
"A" Ave. 24,014
Boones Ferry Rd. 32,640
Indicator Description Bryant Rd. 6,397
Traffic on the City's roadways is a major concern for everyone and Country Club Rd. 24,214
impacts the quality of life and air quality in the area. One way to ensure Iron Mt. Blvd. 4,613
that traffic does not get out of control and that the City's transportation Kruse Wy. 32,882
planning is effective is to monitor the volume of traffic on widely used McVey Ave. 18,651
roadways. Nine roadways were chosen to be monitored. Most are South Shore Blvd. 6,973
arterials, but some are collectors. Traffic volume counts for June and
July 2003 on these roadways include the volume of traffic going both directions during June and July.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• From this data, we should be able to identify where and if traffic is increasing and apply resources as needed to
address the problem.
What Does The Data Show?
Because this is the first year this data is being collected, no conclusions can be made from the data.
Source: City of Lake Oswego, Transportation Engineering Division
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Security and Well-Being
Adequatepolice, fire and emergency services assure the qualityof life by + • •44 ,.. 24
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imparting a sense of security and well-being for residents and business owners, r—
and protecting our significant investment in private and public property.
Changes in our community demand increasing levels of effort and s ` ' 1 ""~
sophistication by our public safety services, and increasing levels of
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understanding and involvement from our citizens.
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Fire Department
The Lake Oswego Fire Department employees 51 full time staff and provides emergency response to more than
50,000 citizens within the City of Lake Oswego and three adjoining contract districts (Lake Grove Rural Fire
District, Riverdale/Dunthorpe Fire District, and Alto Park Water District). There are four fire stations strategically
located throughout the City that respond to emergencies 24-hours a day throughout the year.
The Department provides emergency services including: fire suppression, emergency medical response, hospital
ambulance transportation, water & dive rescue, technical rescue operations, hazardous materials incidents, and
disaster response. It also provides non-emergency services such as: fire prevention and inspection services, code
enforcement, public safety education services/CPR training, fire extinguisher use, residential safety surveys, home
fire escape planning, emergency and disaster preparedness planning and training for citizens (CERT), and fire and
life safety education in Lake Oswego schools.
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Police Department
The Lake Oswego Police Department operates 24-hours a day, 7-days a week • "" _
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throughout the year and employs 67 full time employees: 43 sworn police l; -‘1111111
officers; 12 communications operators; 5 community service officers; and 7 ►
support personnel. It provides a full range of services including: records, patrol, s "
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traffic, investigation, and community services. — f
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3.1 Percentage of calls responded to in five
minutes or less.
Indicator Description
Knowing that emergency services are only five minutes away provides a warm blanket kind of sense of security.
This indicator monitors all calls (fire, medical, hazmat, etc...) that the Fire Department receives and tracks the
number of calls that are responded to within five minutes. Time is tracked from the time the Lake Oswego
Communication Center receives an emergency call to the time the first emergency vehicle arrives on the scene. A
five minutes response time was chosen because it reflects acceptable national target standards i'or response rates. I
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Provides a sense of security knowing that emergency services are within five minutes.
What Does The Data Show? i
Source: City of Lake Oswego Fire DeparUnent
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3.2 Number of actual fires per 1,000
population.
Indicator Description
Damage caused by fires can have a devastating effect on a family. One of the roles of the fire department is to
educate the public on fire prevention. Information has been calculated for actual fires per 1 ,000 population for
approximate two year cycles beginning in 1972 to 1996. Beginning in 1996 this number has been tracked yearly.
A "Fire" call is defined as .............The actual fires responded to by the Fire Department is small compared to
medical calis. In 2002, the Fire Department responded to 2,967 calls.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Provides an idea of the effectiveness of fire prevention strategies.
• Provides universal fire statistics that than can be compared to other communities.
What Does The Data Show? I Fires Per 1,000 Population 1972-2002
In 1972 there were 236 actual fires.
Since then actual fires per 1,000 � 16 � I
population have decreased steadily and �a �
remained low. The fires per capita have �2 - �
been significantly reduced from 13.8 per � �� - I
1,000 residents to low of 3.9 er 1,000. LL 8 — —
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3.3 The annual victim�zation rates per
1,000 population of Part I index
crimes.
Indicator Description
Par[ I Index Crimes are a category of the most serious of crimes, which by state mandate need to be reported.
Crime rates are valid indicators in measuring quality of life due to the fact that most individual directly correlate
lower crime rates with a sense of security. Victimization rates per 1,000 population have been included to provide
a numeric identifier that correlates the number of Part I Index Crimes relative to the population. Part I Index
Crimes include: murder, rape, aggravated assault, robbery, burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft and arson.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Provides the types and rate at which these Victimization Rates Per 1,��� I
crimes are committed in the community. POpUlat10C1 fOC
• Monitors the effectiveness of crime prevention. P81rt I Ind@X C�ImeS
• Provides universal crime statistics that than can 35 -- ------- ---- —
be compared to other communities. 30 - -- -- ---- -- - - !
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What Does The Data Show? ;; 20 ---- - — �
Overall Part I Index Crimes have declined from � 15 - - -- - --- �' I
1998 to 2002 (with a slight spike in 2001), 10 — - -- - - - I ,
although the population has increased. Consistent 5 -- - - ; '
with the decrease in crime, the victimization rate p ,
has also decreased from a high in 1998 of 30.6 per I 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 I
1,000 to 25 per 1,000. Year
Source: City of Lake Oswego Police Department
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3.4 The annual occurrence of Part II non-
index crimes.
Indicator Description
Part II Non-Index Crimes are less serious crimes compared to the Part I Index Crimes. Nonetheless, these crimes
deeply affect one's sense of security. The data includes a baseline date from 1980 then continues from 1997
through 2002. Although there is an extensive list of Part II Non-Index Crimes, only a select few crimes were
chosen to be represented. Those include: minor in possession (MIP), curfew violations, driving under the intluence
of intoxicants (DUII), and simple assault.
Why Are We Measuring This?
. Provides universal crime statistics that than can be compared to other communities.
What Does The Data Show?
The base year data in 1980 shows the lowesl number of airy crime occurrence in all of the categories and as a total.
This could be a result of a lower population at the time. During 1994 up to 1998 the total occurrence of Part II
crimes were on a rise until 1999 when began to drop. The 2002 total is the lowest crime rate of the recorded crime
rate years, with the exception of the base year. The highest rate of occurrence is for MIP followed by DUII.
Source: City of Lake Oswego Police Department
1980 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002
MIP 32 120 231 178 212 255 196 127 104 93
Curfew 20 30 62 57 124 127 45 25 21 12
DUII 76 155 128 121 142 111 123 178 197 212
Sim le Assault 52 86 113 103 72 65 82 67 59 51
Total 180 391 534 459 550 558 446 397 381 368
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3.5 The number of auto crashes in Lake
Oswego per 1,000 population.
Indicator Description
Traffic crashes affect the health and safety of a communi�y. In addition, the cost to the community in the fornl of
insurance and medical expenses are substantial. The recorded crash base year data of 1980 is shown with
subsequent reporting years starting with 1991 through 2002. Data is collected for all crashes on roadways within
the city limits.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Measures level of safety on streets.
• Measure of the City's traffic enforcement. _ — _ _ __ — _ - -
Auto Crashes Per 1,000 Population
What Does The Data Show? i
The 1980 base year is significantly higher with I '
22.4 crashes per 1,000 population. However, after I 25
1980 starting with 1990, the recorded crashes per 2p - - ----- — ---
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1,000 population significantly drops and continue I ,n
to drop into 2002. The reduction in crashes after I y �5 � �I
1980 can be partially attributed to the formation of i � �p - -_ --
the Police Department's Traffic Unit in 1982. In i v n� i
2002 the crashes per 1,000 population was 6.4. 5 I I I I {I I
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Education
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one measure of the community's concern for its � w,� ,�;;f �j� `���
children and the future of the community as a whole. � `�`�� ^ r �.��
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the attractiveness of a communit to businesses and '' ` ' � I »',
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home-buyers. It is safe to say that what is good for '` '
quality education is good for the socia( and economic - �� •
interests of a community, and advances its quality of ,6- .rm
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The citizens of Lake Oswego believe in quality '' `l��
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education and demand it. They believe that the
community shares a responsibility for educating its � �_ __. _ __
children. Despite grave concerns about the future of -- — - — --
public finance for public education, the citizens of Lake Oswego carry on a long tradition of investment in
educational opportunity and achievement. The following indicators measure both the knowledgc and capabilities
of Lake Oswego students, and the quality of educational opportunities offered by Lake Oswego schools.
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I 4.1 Graduation rate at Lake Oswego public
high schools.
Indicator Description
The measure of a community is based on what the community can provide. Education in a community is an
important factor in that equation in that it provides the foundation for which the community's youth can build their
future. The data for graduation rates are from Lake Oswego and Lakeridge Nigh Schools and reflect the total
number of seniors who graduated from high school between 1996 and 2002.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Graduation rates are a standard measure of the success of the education system in a community.
What Does The Data Show?
Overal l, graduation rates have been high ranging fi•om a Number of Numner ot
low of 91% to a high of 99%. The graduation rate Seniors Graduates Percenta e
remains high even though the senior population has 1996 a�2 a2s s�°�a
generally increased over the years. �ss� asa as� sa°io
1998 520 505 97%
Source: Lake Oswego School District �999 463 437 94%
2000 505 488 97%
2001 557 545 98%
2002 528 523 99%
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Grades K-2 Gredes 3-12
4.2 The staffing ratio at Lake Oswego ,sss ,:zs ,:zs
public schools. 1997 �:zs �:2s I
�sss �:2s i:2s
1999 124 1:26
2000 1:24 1:25
Indicator Descri tion 200� �:2a i:zs
p soo2 �:za �:Zs
Staffing ratios are set by the Lake Oswego School Board. The staffing ratios
determine the number of teachers that will be allocated based on school enrollment at the specific grade levels.
The principals then determine class configuration and allocate teachers.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Class size could be related to the quality of the leaming experience.
What Does The Data Show?
The staffing ratios have gotten better over the years. In 1996 the staffing ratios for both K-2 and 3-12 were 1
teacher to 26 students. In 2000 we see an improvement in the ratio to
1 :24 for K-2 and 1 :25 for grades 3-12.
So�u•ce: Lake Oswego School District
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4.3 The percentage of graduates who attend
post secondary educational institutes.
Indicator Description
Post secondary institutions include 4-year and 2-year institutions. The data is collected from Lake Oswego and
Lakeridge High Schools.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Relates to the quality of education in the school system. �raduates in
Number of post secondary
• lndicates the level of importance a community gives to Graduates institucions Percenta e
obtaining a post-secondary education. �ss� a5� 35s �s°�o
1998 505 435 B6%
Whac Does The Data Show? �sss aa� s�a as�io
Since 1997 the number of graduates who attend post 2000 488 as8 e2°�o
2001 545 424 78%
secondary educational institutes has been fairly consistent, 2002 s23 aa2 es°�o
ranging between 78% and 86%.
Source: Lake Oswego School District
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Environment and Natural Resources
Lake Oswego exists in a sensitive and dynamic natural environment. It is impossible to separate the health and
quality of our community from that of the surrounding environment. The citizens of Lake Oswego recognize the
inseparable connection between our built and natural environments, and place the highest importance on efforts to
protect and preserve the quality of both in balance to each other. ��
• TREES AND NATURAL HABITAT PROTECTION. Lake Oswego's extensive areas of natwal habitat and
the quantity, quality and size of trees in Lake Oswego contribute to the City's identity, charm and is inherent to
the quality of life we all enjoy. �, — ���
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• AIR QUALITY. Air quality directly affects personal health of �h .:d,,';� � `;N ��, ~" " '� yt
residents, the long-term economic life of our community and the �`�"' " ' " l �'
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streams and rivers have direct environmental and economic impacts , � y' , , } ; �
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5.1 The percentage of impervious
` Percentage of '
surfaces in the City's Urban Impervious
Surtaces
Services Boundary. zooa s2�ro
Indicator Description
The ability to monitor the amount of land surface that repels or sheds (impervious) water can tell us a lot about
how much open space is in the City and also about how to manage water quality in the City. The less impervious
surfaces means more open space, which includes among other things more grass and more trees "green", which
benetits the community. In addition, the less impervious surfaces suggests that more storm water is naturally
absorbed through the ground instead of piped through the storm water system. The natural absorption of storm
water generally leads to better water quality in our streams and rivers.
The lake is not included in the pervious surface calculation.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Provides data about how much land surface in the city is "green".
• Provides data about how to manage and plan for water quality programs.
What Does The Data Show?
This is the first year this data is being collected. However, given that most of Lake Oswego and areas within the its
urban services boundary is considered "built ouY', meaning that there is limited land to develop and that most of
the current development consists of small in-fill development, having almost 70% of land be grass, trees or some
other form of pervious surface significantly adds to the quality of life in the City. Although there will likely
continue to be infill types of development, it should not significantly affect the percentage of pervious surfaces.
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5.2 The Air Quality Index for the Portland ,�'
Metro Area. �1(�
Indicator Description
The Air Quality Index (AQI) is an index for reporting daily air quality. It tells you how clean or polluted your air
is, and what associated health concems you should be aware of. The AQI focuses on health effects that can happen
within a few hours or days after breathing polluted air. Five major air pollutants regulated by the Clean Air Act are
tracked: ground-level ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide.
You can think of the AQI as a yardstick that runs from 0 to 500. The higher the AQI value, the greater the level of �
air pollution and the greater the health danger.
0-50 "Good"-Air quality is considered satisfactory and air pollution poses little or no risk. I�
51-100 "Moderate"-Air quality is acceptable; however, for some pollutants there may be a moderate health
concern for a very small number of individuals.
101-200 "Unhea(thy for Sensitive Groups"- Certain groups of people are particularly sensitive to the harmful
effects of certain air pollutants. Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects.
201-300 "Unhealthy"- Everyone may begin to experience health effects.
301-500 "Dangerous"- Values over 300 trigger health warnings of emergency conditions. The entire population
is more likely to be affected.
Using this index, data is tracked from 1993 to 2002 for air quality days that were "Good", "Moderate", "Unhealthy
for Sensitive Groups" and "Unhealthy". This data is for the PortlandNancouver Metropolitan Area.
(Additional Information may be found at http://www.epa.�ov or http://www.deqstate.or.us
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Why Are We Measuring This?
• Track the correlation between growth and air quality.
• Are metropolitan air quality regulations effective?
1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002
IGood 293 286 313 308 327 335 301 279 285 303
Moderete 72 77 50 52 38 27 58 80 75 56 I
Unhealthy 0 2 2 6 0 3 6 7 5 6
What Does The Data Show?
Since 1993 there have been no recorded dangerous air quality days. Although the population in the metropolitan
area has increased over the years, the good air quality days have stayed fairly high compared to 1993 and 1994.
Recorded unhealthy days have stayed constant since 1998 with one unhealthy day. Moderate days have fluctuated
between a high of 80 days in 2000 to a low of 27 days in 1998. However, since 1999 the unhealthy days for certain
groups of people have increased noticeably.
Source: Environmental Protection Agency
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5.3 The number of macro-invertebrates in r�
Springbrook Creek.
�NOTE: Staff is currently working on obtaining this data.J
Indicator Description
Macro-invertibrate communities are a simple and effective way to measure stream health. Macro-invertibrates have
been used as indicators of water quality for decades. Water quality problems are difficult or impossible to detect
and measure with chemical monitoring along because pollutants discharges from land use sources are sporadic and
come from large diverse areas. Aquatic organisms, however, integrate habitat and chemical disturbance over time,
thus providing a useful measure of impairment due to pollutant discharges and of stream health.
Springbrook Creek was chosen out of the many streams within the city to monitor macro-inveretibrate populations
because it significantly contributes to the water quality in the lake and is a conduit for a large watershed in the City.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Good indicator of stream health and water quality.
What Does The Data Show?
This is the first year this information is being monitored.
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5.4 Annual Average Water Quality in
certain parts of Oswego Lake as
measured by the Trophic State Index.
�Note: Lake Oswego Corporation staff is in the process of providing this information to City staff. It
should be available shortly.J
Indicator Description
The cloudiness of lake water and how far down you can see is often related to the amount of nutrients in the water.
Nutrients promote growth of microscopic plant cells (phytoplankton) that feed upon by microscopic animals
(zooplankton). The more the nutrients, the more the plants and animals and the cloudier the water is. This is a
common, but indirect, way to roughly estimate the condition of the lake. This condition, called eutrophication, is a
natural aging process of lakes, but which is unnaturally accelerated by too many nutrients.
A Secchi disk is commonly used to measure the depth to which you can easily see through the water, also called its
transparency. Secchi disk transparency, chlorophyll a (an indirect measure of phytoplankton), and total phosphorus
(an important nutrient and potential pollutant) are often used to define the degree of eutrophication, or trophic
status of a lake.
The concept of trophic status is based on the fact that changes in nutrient levels (measured by total phosphorus)
causes changes in algal biomass (measured by chlorophyll a) which in turn causes changes in lake clarity
(measured by Secchi disk transparency). A trophic state index is a convenient way to quantify this relationship.
The trophic State Index has an index scale from 0-110. The range between 40 and 50 is usually associated with
mesotrophy (moderate productivity). Index values greater than 50 are associated with eutrophy (high productivity).
Values less ihan 40 are associated with oligotrophy (low productivity).
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Why Are We Measuring This?
• Monitor major water feature in LO. I
• Are water preservation and protection measures effective?
What Does The Data Show?
Source: http://www.epa.�ov/bioiwebl/aquatic/carlson.html (Explanation) & Lake Corporation (Oswego Lake
Data)
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Economic Ovpor�t� and Vitalit�
Lake Oswego exists in a large metropolitan economy that is -
increasingly influenced by global economic forces. While these ?��_« �" `>
regional and global forces may seem overwhelming to a small � � �' ,- '" ; . � - �
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community like ours, the size, shape and vitality of our local _
businesses are important to the character and quality of life in Lake �`�i-'�ii�
Oswego. Our quality of life is enhanced by economic opportunities -- "�°' -��
that make it possible to work and shop close to home, and by a � ��r =
strong ]oca] economy that provides the full range of goods and tF� . j �• 1 1� �
services nee de d by our resi dents.
"Che City of Lake Oswego has a land area of 11.05 square miles ..___. _____ . _._i- _ -.1 - +�•-
(7,337 acres) and a population of 35,750 (as of 7/1/02). Of that, 663 �,,,<,, ' -
_ � - i
acres is zoned for some kind of commercial use and 169 acres is --
zoned for industrial uses. In total commercial and industrial lands comprise ap}�ioximai�ly 10'��, of the ('ity's lan�i
area. Businesses in Lake Oswego tend to be in the small to medium size range, catering to neighborhood or
community needs versus regional commercial needs. There is no heavy industry in Lake Oswego. Industrial uses
tend to consist of technical/professional offices, warehousing, distributing, and printing.
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6.1 The number of active business licenses.
Indicator Description
The vitality and diversity of a community can be linked to economic development. The City has a number of
businesses ranging from home occupation business to small family businesses to corporate headquarters. Active
business licenses are based on the total number of business licenses at the end of the calendar year in December.
This data is collected from the years most readily available between 1997 and 2002.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Provides data about economic growth and vitality in a community.
What Does The Data Show? Total Business Licenses
The total of business licenses since 1997 has
increased by 5%. Thpy dippep between 1998 and c 2�00 - - I
1999, however then icked u in 2000. Since 2000, J 2650 - - - - I
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they have continued to mcrease to a six-year end of i „ '
the year high of 2,698. The increase m business �� � 'I
licenses could be attributed to a slight increase in o 2600 - -- i
home occupation businesses and through annexations � 2550
of developed Class "A" space in the Kruse Way E 2500 - i
commercial area. Z 2450 I I
� 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002
Source: City of Lake Oswego Finance Department
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Average $
Valuation S (in valuation per
New Millions ermit
1995 3 3.6 1,200,00
6.2 The average valuation of new 1996 5 3.4 sso,000
commercial permits. 199 5 3.8 �so,00
,ss 20 22.2 ,,,,o,00
199 9 41.8 4,644,44
200 7 2.8 400,000
Indicator Description zoo� z i.s soo,000
Commercial valuations describes the value of the cost of zooz i� �ez i,o�o,5ss
the construction either as a new building or as a remodel.
This measures the level of commitment for staying in the City as measured by the dollar amount reinvested into an
existing or vested in a new commercial structure. New and remodel data are obtained froin building records
between 1995 and 2002. �
Average Valuation for New
Why Are We Measuring This? i Commercial Permits 1995-2002
• Willingness of individuals to invest in the
community can be directly attributed to the quality 5,000,000 -------- -- -- --- I
of life in a community. �
a,000,000 - -- ---
What Does The Data Show? ,��, s,000,000 --- --- i
Gach year, millions of dollars are being invested in o 2,000,000 --- - - 'I
Lake Oswego through the construction of new i,000,000 — � �
commercial buildings. Between 1995 and 1998 the o
average valuation has fluctuated around $1 million. �ses isse iss� isse isss z000 zooi zooz
' However, in 1999, the average spiked to $4.6 million Years I
then dipped to an all time low of$400,000 in 2000. I
However, since 2000 it has be steadily increasing to - -
previous levels. The 1999 spike is attributed to the Mary's Wood Retirement Community Construction.
Source: City of Lake Oswego Finance Department. I
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6.3 The average valuation of Averege E
Valuation $ (in valuation per
remodelecl commercial permits. Remodel Millions ermit
1995 53 22 41,50
1996 132 8 60,606
Indicator Descri tion �997 168 7 37,234
P 1998 151 6.6 43,70
This indicator tracks the number of building permits that 1999 »s �0.3 s�,es
were issued for remodeled commercial buildings. The 200 2�e a.s z�,�o
valuation for remodels is derived from the value of 200� �e� 7.s a�,s&
equipment, materials, labor, overhead, fire/life/safery zoo a2� �s.3 as,sa
improvements and profit for the remodel project.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Permanence, ]ongevity and reinvestment in the community's commercial areas is a sign of economic vitality.
What Does The Data Show? Average Valuation for Commercial Remodel �
There is no clear pattern to the average valuation of I, Permits 1995-2002
commercial remodel buildings permits. Since 1995 the
number has increased from 53 to 327 in 2002. Total �o,000 -- '
valuation for these years has also increased from $2.2 so,000 -- --
million in 1995 to $163 million in 2002. The average so,000 -----
though fluctuated depending on the number of remodel � 40,000 -- ----.---- --- -
p 30.000 � — --. . .-- —�
permits and the valuation. However, there has been a steady o 20,000
__ __ _ - -- —
increase from a seven year low average in 2000 of$21,000 � �o.000 — — -
to an increase average of$49,000 in 2002. o
1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 '
Source: Lake Oswego Building Department ' Years
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6.4 The percentage of residential properties
in Lake Oswego's Urban Services
Boundary that are located within '/4 ' }A�„In }hQ �ata
mile of a grocery store or convenience ork�n on ob�a �� ��g ���V �����
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sto e.
Indicator Description
The City's Comprehensive Plan identifies seven major commercial areas in the City, excluding small pockets of
commercially zoned lands. The ability to walk or ride your bike to a store to purchase essential household items
greatly adds to convenience and reduces unnecessary out of the way trips. One quarter of a mile is a reasonably I
accepted standard to expect someone to walk to an activity center. The geographic area covered by this indicator
includes areas within the urban services boundary because it provides a boundary that will not change drastically
over time like the city limits would. At the end of August 2003, there were 15,417 tax lots with residences within
the City's Urban Services Boundary. Multi-family dwellings are counted as one residence due to the limits of the
geographic information system used.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Provides information about economic growth and vitality in a community.
• Indicator of a walkable community.
What Does The Data Show?
Source: City of Lake Oswego GIS Department
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6.5 The index of retail sales that are local
expenditures versus expenditures
outside the community.
Indicator Description
The Economic Census compiled by the US Census Bureau protiles the US economy every 5 years, from the
national to the local level (state, metropolitan statistical area, county, and city). From the census information we
can develop an index of retail sales that are local expenditures versus expenditures outside the community. The
index offers a way to describe whether residents are shopping within the community or going outside of the
community for their shopping needs. The index used is a location quotient that measures the ratio of the sales per
capita in Lake Oswego to the sales per capita in the State or Oregon. A location quotient below 1 indicates that
shoppers are leaving the community to shop and the local businesses are not capturing retail expenditures
commensurate with the community population. Inversely, a location quotient above 1 indicates that shoppers are
coming into the community to shop and that the community is capturing more than its expected share of retail
expenditures.
The data used to determine the location quotient is based on sales/receipts for firms paying employee taxes
(covered employment). Sole proprietor business sales/receipts are not included. Population estimates are from the
PSU Population Research Center.
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Retail Sales Index
Ore on Clackamas Count Lake Oswe o
1992
Po ulation 2,990,610 296,470 31,877
Sales/Recei ts $1,000 $ 24,170,000 $ 2,448,038 $ 170,052
Location Quotient 1 1.02 0.66
1997
Po ulation 3,302,140 328,680 34,025
Sales/Recei ts $1,000 $ 33,396,849 $ 3,448,259 $ 251,365
Location Quotient 1 1 .04 0.73
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Provides information about economic growth and vitality in a community.
What Does The Data Show?
The location quotient provides an indicatar of what percentage of retail sales are made outside of tlle City. [n
1992, one-third of all retail purchases by Lake Oswegans were made outside of the City. By 1997, the data
indicates that more than a quarter of all retail purchases were made outside of the City. This data indicates that
there is an opportunity to capture a greater share of retail expenditures in Lake Oswego. One retail sector that
contributes to this gap is the low number of automobile sales outlets in the City.
Source: US Census Bureau — Economic Census; Portland State University — Population Research Center
City of Lake Oswegu Page 44
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Parks, Recreation and Open Space
T irltN. � ir" e'�rw.�e���i�'��'�'%r �Fi
Rest, relaxation, recreation and renewal are a necessary part of ' � � �,µ � : �"�''�'��� ` `= P• ``
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human existence, and very much the basis of Lake Oswego's � .�°�, �
�"'�;;
development during the 20`� century. Separated off from , �� ,��,�_ � ��'�: .,. �: ,�,, I�
Portland by Palatine Hill and Tryon Creek, Lake Oswego � � �� -��
offered a sylvan alternative to the hectic pace of the urban � �,� „"�ti , �, � * � ;�- �; � ;� ,�� .�,
center. Lake Oswego remains a place of striking physical 'I -�� . � " : . �y
beauty and a offers the opportunity to relief from the rest of the i ' �- � i� �
urbanized region, despite years of development within and �,,. �
around our community. Our city parks, recreational facilities, I _ �
recreational programs, and open space each help to improve the °` �� � ' ` 4 � - . '"A" �
�
entire community's quality of life by providing all residents the .- ' � b �:
opportunity to exercise, relax and enjoy nature. ` � `�� � _."•��� � ��� � `����� � � ��
City of I.ake Oswego Page 45
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7.1 The total acres of public parks, Open % of total
Total park in Per, 1,000 city land area
Space, Nature Preserves and Recreation acrea e Po ulation that is ark
Facilities per 1,000 residents. zoos ,,a,a ao zo�ro �
Indicator Description
The acreage for this indicator is comprised of all city and state parks, open space, nature preserves and recreation
facilities within the City that serve the residents of Lake Oswego. The data for this year will be limited to 2003
because this is the first year this information is being collected.
The data does not include Tryon Creek State Park, although parts of the park are in the city liinits, or any part of
school facilities. The focus of this indicator was to measure the availability of City parks and facilities.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Monitors the availability of recreation opportunities.
What Does The Data Show?
This is the first year this data is being collected. There is not enough data to show any trends or make any
conclusions.
Source: City of Lake Oswego Finance Department
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7.2 The percentage of residential praperties
that are located within Lake Oswego's
Urban Services Boundary and are 2003 2005 2007
located within '/4 mile of a park, open Residences 86%
space, or school facility.
Indicator Description
The ability to access a park, open space or school facilities makes for a better quality of life. One quarter of a mile
is a reasonably accepted standard to expect someone to walk to an activity center. The geographic area covered by
this indicator includes areas within the urban services boundary because it provides a boundary that won't change
drastically over time like the city limits would. In addition, many recreation facilities are on the edge of the city
limits. Multi-family dwelling are counted as one residence due to the limits of the geographic information system
used. For this indicator, Tryon Creek State Park is included as a park. At the end of August 2003, there were
15,417 tax lots with residences within the City's Urban Services Boundary. Multi-family dwellings are counted as
one residence due to the limits of the geographic information system used. Because Oswego Lake is a private lake,
it is not included in this indicator.
The data for this year will be limited to 2003 because this is the first year this information is being collected.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Monitors the number of residences that can reasonably access a recreation facility.
What Does The Data Show?
This is the first year this data is being collected. There is not enough data to show any trends or make any I
conclusions. However, we can conclude that 86% (13,203) of residences are located within otie quarter of a mile
of a park, open space or school facility.
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7.3 The number of activities offered by the
Parks & Recreation Department per
1,000 population.
Indicator Description
The ability to provide a wide range of activities ensures a greater opportunity to reach individual needs in the
community. Data is collected from 1997 to 2000 for dasses that people participated in. The number of activities
were compiled from different programs that the Park and Recreation Department offers, such as the Water Sport
Center, Indoar Tennis Center, sports, fitness, hikes, cultural activities, outdoor activities, Luscher Fann, ndult
Community Center, golf course, and special events.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• The data helps to show whether the City is providing adequate recreational opportuni�ies lor the community.
What Does The Data Show?
Since 1997 the number of activities per I,000 population has incrcased si�niticantly. In l)97 lllere were 3�
activities and in 2000 there were 49 activities per 1 ,000. A 35'% increase in activities offered.
1997 1998 1999 2000
Activities per 1,000 32 37 46 49
population
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Culture and History
Lake Oswego prides itself in its cultural and ;,�
historical heritage. The arts and cultural resources �`_ ` ' ,
�� r ' �
of our community play an increasing role in our '�� r �'��
civic and economic life by providing opportunities
for self-expression and entertainment. The �
Lakewood Center, Lake Oswego Library, Adult
Community Center and Marylhurst University are � '��� � ��� "�-"
important local institutions that provide a � �:,.������"`�
mulritude of cultural opportunities. They are i'� ;,, .
joined by other important cultural partners, .� - �R = �� �q� � �' ■■r. i
`�"� � ,f....�.. �:�' ' � ��' K a .,. �!�� �.
including our local schools, arts galleries, arts ,4:�.� ■ �" �"��� �`��f ■ ; ■"■•
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festivals and concerts, and our local night club ��� ,� ,� � p„;
,
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scene. �`� n �� „�
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Our attention to history provides a necessary �'" .�t�� - ; �-
, � .. � ti� �
L= � _ >:mx_ � n.; _ ��_�„�-v��..
understanding and appreciation of the economic, -- — ---
social and physical forces that continue to shape our coinmunity. Ti�e �ieritage House, Peg Tree, Iron Furnaee in
George Rogers Park and the Iron Mountain Trail represent an important beginning for
' �� r�`m preserving and celebrating the history of Lake Oswego. Other important historic resources
,,,� �` remain undiscovered and unrecognized throughout our community.
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8.1 Library material circulation per Capita. I f ��I O� S����j
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Indicator Description
The Lake Oswego Library has kept circulation data for many years. The indicator tracks material circulation
numbers (all checked out materials including books, music, movies, etc...) from fiscal year 1988-1989 to 2001-
2002. The number per capita is based on the total population served by the library, not the total population of the
City. The total population served is based on census tract information and population statistics. At this time the
total population served by the library is 42,775.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Monitors library usage.
• Correlation between population and popularity of reading in a community.
What Does The Data Library Circulation per Capita
Show? so
The circulation per capita has as -. - - -
steadily increased since 1988. 40 — -
The 2001-2002 circulation per 3s - - -
capita is almost three times as 30 - _ -
high as the 1988-1989. Based ZS — _ _ _
on this 14-year trend Zo _ _ _ ____ _ _ ___ _ _ _ _ _ _
circulation number will
IS -- - .. . - -- - - ._. _ _..
continue to increase.
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Source: City of Lake Oswego
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I'lbrary 1988-89 1989-9U I990-91 1991�J2 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96 1996-97 1997-98 199R-99 1999•00 2000-01 2001-02
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8.2 Total number of hours the Lake
Oswego library is open annually.
Indicator Description
The library not only serves as a resource for the community, but serves as a center for neighborhood and
community activity. The ability to access library services is an important and sought after quality in any
community. The library is open seven days a week with varying hours and closed only nine days during the year.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• 7'he ability to access library services is an important and sought after quality in any community.
What Does The Data Show?
Since fiscal year 1997, the library had steadily increased the number of hours the library is open up to 2001, when
the hours began to drop. The most significant increase in hours of operation was between 2000 and 2001 where
the hours increased by 711 hours.
1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003
Source: Cit of Lake Oswe o Hours
Y g O en 3,070 3,074 3,081 3,090 3,801 3,792 3,215
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8.3 Hennen's American PubGc Library 1999 zooz zoos I'
Ratings. Rating 797 820 884
Indicator Description
The Hennen's American Public Library rating is a private organization's rating system that relies on the latest data
from almost 9,000 US libraries and other government sources. It has been ranking libraries since 1999. Libraries
are rated, scored and ranked on 15 input and output measures for fibraries serving a similar population. The Lake
Oswego Public Library falls within the category of 25,000-49,999 population served. The HAPLR Index is similar
to an ACT or SAT score with a theoretical minimum of f and a maximum of 1,000. Most libraries scored between
260 and 730, so scores above and below those numbers are considered exceptional. Please note that HAPLR 2002 I
is based on 2000 data reported in calendar year 2001. In Z000, the library did not report any information and the
2001 rating were canceled for that year due to publishing complications.
Additional information may be found at http:Uwww.haplr-index.com.
Why Are We Measuring This? I�I
• Provides a measure to other comparable libraries that scrve a similar population.
What Does The Data Show?
Based on the scale of 1 to 1,000, with 1,000 being the highest, the Lake Oswego Public Library is ranked
extremely high. It has increased its rating every consecutive year. The weighted state average for 2002 was 658.
Out of l25 public libraries in the state the Lake Oswego Library rated the highest in 2002 with a rating of 820 and
again in 2003 with a rating of 884. The Multnomah County Library and the Corvallis-Benton County Public also
rated high in their category for 2003.
Source: Hennen's American Public Library Rating I
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8.4 Number of historic resources Number of Resources on the City's ,
on the City's Landmark ! Landmark Designation List
Designation List and the
number removed. 10so -
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Indicator Descri tion � — - -
Historic preservation plays an important role in „°, 40 —
shaping a communities cultural, physical, social and °1 30
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economic future. Without historic resources in the 10 - — — -
communit the character of Lake Oswe o would be � �
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rn rn rn rn rn rn rn rn rn rn o 0 0
largely decreased. The City established a Landmark o, rn o, o, m � rn rn a, a, o 0 0 �
Designation List in 1990. The Landmark � � � � � � � � � � N N c"
Designation List identifies all historic resources that Year �
are protected under the City's Historic Preservation
Chapter. In 1990, there were 93 resources including sites, structures and objects on the list. Since then the City
has lost some of its resources.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Preservation of the City's history and Culture.
What Does The Data Show?
There have been a total of 24 resources removed from the Landmark Designation List (No dates were available for
two of the resources). The number removed increased after 1995 when ORS 197.772 was adopted. This revision
allowed property owners to be removed from a landmark designation list by request. However, in 2001 the number
decreased because the Land Use Board of Appeals ruled that property owners must show they either opposed being
placed on a list at the time the list was created or that the resource no longer met the criteria for designation. This
has made it more difficult to be removed from a landmark designation list.
Source: City of Lake Oswego Planning Department
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8.5 Total Public Art Inventory. ,, y �;�`,��, .f�
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Indicator Description a�''��'Y
Investment in the City is not only limited to public infrastructure such as
streets, pipes and buildings, but also art. Art is a public investment that �. ��
provides a return in the form aesthetic pleasure and adds to the sense of a b ` �� '
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communities identity. The City has been purchasing art since 1962. _..,� -r' �. ;, :_�� �e
However, purchases were not made every year. The table iflustrates the
number of art pieces purchased and the pwchase price at the time.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Shows that the community values art.
What Does The Data Show? i --I
Total Public Art Inventory
The City has a total of 90 art pieces. The greatest I
number of art pieces were purchased in 1997, with 27. � 100
Since then, the number of pieces has steadily � 90 - - - � I
decreased. In 2002, only three pieces were purchased. 80 �
0 70 I
60 — — - - -� I
Source: City of Lake Oswego Finance Department � 50 -
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8.6 The Number of art pieces on display.
Indicator Description
Art as a public investment illustrates that the community is vested in more than just public infrastructure. The
public display of city-owned and on-loan art pieces aesthetically lifts the community spirit. Although the Arts
Downtown Program started in 2001, only information up to August 2003 is provided. Art pieces includes all types �i
of inedia including, but not limited to drawings, paintings, photographs, and sculptures.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Helps provide community identity, fifts the community spirit and is aesthetically pleasing.
What Does The Data Show?
This is the first year that we are tracking this information. There is not enough data to provide any trends or
conclusions.
2003 2005 2007 2009 2011
108
Source: City of Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation Department
City of Lake Oswego Page 55 I
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Communit� Involvement = �, �� r ;`
The health and vitality of a community is dependent on �,'�, ' . , ,
the active involvement and engagement of its citizens. °'-����'a
The foflowing indicators measure the extent to which �" �»�7�
the citizens of Lake Oswego invest themselves in I
community-based organizations and activities, and are
engaged in the civic life of the community. The
indicators measure the breadth and width of community
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involvement, paying particular attention to participation � , �.;.� ,��;��a:a�„;
� artic �ationu n�eecUons and the di vers tt�of reli ious ��������� "�°��� � � ��� ������ � �� �.
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9.1 The (percentage/number) of registered A
voters in Lake Oswego. r p��� G
ntOreSe
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Indicator Description Registered Population %
This indicator tracks the percentage of registered voters in Voters re istered
Lake Oswego from 1994, in two to four year intervals up to 1994 22,801 32940 69%
2002. 1998 23,664 34286 69
Wh Are We Measurin This? 2000 23,841 35278 68
y g 2002 20,870 35750 58
• Determine the level of political activity in the
community.
What Does The Data Show?
The number of registered voters decreased by 9% between 1994 and 2002, while at the same time the population
grew by 8%.
Source: Clackamas County Elections Board & City of Lake Oswego Recorders Office
Ciry of Lake Oswego Page 57
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9.2 The percentage of registered voters in
Lake Oswego who voted in General
Elections.
Indicator Description
This indicator tracks the percentage of registered voters that voted in general elections from 1996. The data to
ascertain the level of community participation was derived from the City's 2003 Community Assessment Survey.
A telephone survey was used to randomly survey 400 Lake Oswego Residents. Although only 400 residents were
surveyed, this methodology still provides statistical valid results that can be applied to the community in general.
Why Are We Measuring This?
Voting is one of our fundamental freedoms and the cornerstone of a democratic society. Voter tumout rates gives a
sense of political participation in the community.
What Does The Data Show?
General election participation has been generally strong ranging from the mid 70s to the mid 80s. The lowest turn
out was in 2000 with 76% and the highest turn out in 2003 with 86%.
1996 1998 2000 2003
Voted in Last 84% 80% 76% 86%
General Election
Source: City of Lake Oswego, 2003 Lake Oswego Community Assessment Bi-Annual Survey
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9.3 The percentage of registered voters in
Lake Oswego who voted in City Council
Elections.
Indicator Description
This indicator tracks the percentage of registered voter turnout for municipal elections from 1994. The Lake
Oswego City Council consists of a mayor and six councilors who serve four-year terms. At least three council
positions are up for election every two years. Councilors are elected at large. The three candidates who receive the
highest number of votes are elected to the vacant seats.
Why Are We Measuring This?
' Voting is one of our fundamental freedoms and the cornerstone of a democratic society. Voter turnout rates give
us a sense of political participation in the community. In particular, tracking the turnout for City Council elections
provides an idea of how engaged residents are with local politics.
What Does The Data Show?
In general, voter turnout for City Council elections has been fairly strong and increasing, with a slight downtum of
67% in 1998. However, in 2000, the turnout was 86% and in 2002 an astounding 99% participation rate of those I
eligible to vote. �
1994 1998 Z000 2002
Voted in Last City 73% 67% 86% 99%
Council Election
Source: Clackamas County Elections Board
City of L.ahe Oswego Pagc 59
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9.4 The number of "active" Neighborhood
Associations.
Indicator Description
A neighborhood association not only acts as a conduit for information, but also serves as a common thread that
binds a neighborhood together. There are 19 city-recognized neighborhood associations, three fortning
neighborhood associations, and three Community Planning Organizations. The purpose of neighborhood
associations is to provide for and encourage a good line of communication between residents and the City. The
City officially recognizes neighborhood associations after they have met certain criteria and procedural
requirements. A neighborhood association is considered "active" if they have one general meeting a year. The
data collected only reflects the 19 city-recognized neighborhood associations.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• A neighborhood association's ability to communicate with its members is an essential element of creating a
sense of community. This data can be an indicator of the effectiveness of this method of communication.
What Does The Data Show?
The data is currently limited to two years of information. Based on this data only 11 of the 19 recognized
neighborhood associations are considered "active". Based on past experience, neighborhood associations come
together during and meeting when there are "emergencies" in the community. Often those "emergencies" have
been related to land use matters.
2002 2003
11 11
Source: City of Lake Oswego, Community Development Department
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9.5 Number of Nei hborhood Association
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outreach materials published per year.
Indicator Description
A neighborhood association's ability to communicate with its members is an essential element of creating a sense
of community. The City provides outreach material (newsletters, flyers, display ads, or similar materials)
production assistance to neighborhood associations in the form of materials, printing and mailing. Each
neighborhood association is responsible for creating their own outreach materials.
Why Are We Measuring This?
• Level of activity of neighborhood associations.
What Does The Data Show?
The production of outreach materials has been fairly consistent since 2001. If the trend for 2003 continued, it
would likely be in the mid 20s, similar to past years. The materials produced is reflective of the active
neighborhood association listed in indicator 9.4.
2001 2002 2003
27 25 14*
(*)- Up to June 30, 2003
Source: City of Lake Oswego, Community Development Department
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9.6 The percentage of residents who
volunteer.
Indicator Description
The data to ascertain the level of community volunteerism was derived from the City's 2003 Community I�
Assessment Survey. A survey has been done every two years since 1996. A telephone survey was used to
randomly survey 400 Lake Oswego Residents. Although only 400 residents were surveyed, this methodology still
provides statistical valid results that can be applied to the community in generaL This is the first year the
volunteerism question was asked and therefore, only the 2003 results are shown.
Why Are We Measuring This?
The ability and willingness to freely give ones time to an organization or cause is something that we all strive for,
but unfortunately, oniy a few achieve. The level of volunteerism in a community can indicate the level of
commitment and engagement a resident has in a community.
What Does The Data Show?
There is not enough data to show any trends or make any conclusions at this time. 2003 2005 2007 2008
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Source: City of Lake Oswego, 2003 Lake Oswego Community Assessment Bi-Annual Survey
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Quality of Life Indicators
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Definitions:
AQl
Class 1 & 2 Vanances
Certified Teacher
DUII
LOS
MIP
SFD
Simple Assault
Smart Development
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Quality of LiFe Indicamrs
��enc�ices �
• City of Lake Oswego Census (Demographics, social, housing & Economic)- 1980, 1990 & 2000
• City of Lake Oswego Crime Reports- 1980, 1990 & Z000 I
• Annual Water Quality Report- 2000, 2001 & 2002
• Fire Department Yearly Report- 2000, 2001 & 2002
• Mnual School Reports
Indicator 2.5 Appendix
-Also include Map of Roadways.
Roadway Date Traffic Date Traftic Change
Volume Volume
"A" Ave. 7/96 24,490 6/03 24,014 -476
Boones Ferr Rd. 7/96 25,634 7/03 32,640 +7,006
Br ant Rd. 10/95 8,676 6/03 6,397 -2,279 I
Countr Club Rd. 8/96 22,856 6/03 24,214 +1,358 ;
Iron Mt. Blvd. 8/96 4,527 6/03 4,613 +86
Kruse Wy. 5/98 34,659 6- 32,882 -1,777
7/03
McVe Ave. 2/99 14,843 6/03 I8,651 +3,808
South Shore Blvd. 8/O1 7,315 6/03 6,973 -342
State St.
Indicator 3.2-Fires per 1,000
Include all fire calls print-out 1998-2002
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Indicator 3.5- Auto Crashes Per 1,000
ear rashes Po ulation Crashes: Pcr 1,0001
1980 506 22630 22.4 �
1991 265 31551 8.4 �
1992 265 31887 8.3
1993 307 32564 9.4
1994 301 32940 9.1
199 241 33150 7.3
199 240 34012 7.1
199 250 34025 73
199 212 34286 6.2
� ]99 245 34110 7.9
200 278 35278 7.9
2001 240 35580 6J
2002 230 35750 C.4
Indicator 5.2- Air Quality Indez
1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002
Good 293 286 313 308 327 335 301 279 2S5 303
Moderate �Z 77 50 52 38 27 58 80 75 56
Unhealthy for 0 1 2 3 0 2 5 6 4 5
certain Grou s
Unhealthy 0 1 0 3 0 1 t 1 1 1
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Dan erous
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Quality of Life Indicators ATTACHMENT 2
Status Report 10/23/03
Indicator Status
Homes 8 N'Hood
1.1) The percentage of approved variance requests per year. Complete
1.2)The percentage of approved zone change requests per
year. Com lete
1.3)The average valuation of new single-family dwelling
permits. Complete
1.4)The average valuation of remodeled single-family dwelling
permits. Com lete
Mobilit &Access
2.1)The percentage of total miles of bike and pedestrian
facilities to total street miles within the City. Complete (S)
2.2) Tri-Met bus ridership in Lake Oswego. Complete (S)
2.3) Percentage of streets miles providing transit service, to the
total miles of streets in Lake Oswego. Com lete (S)
2.4) Pavement Condition Index (PCI) for major roadways in the
City. Complete
2.5) The volume of traffic on major roadways in the Cit . Com lete
Securit 8 Well-Bein
3.1) Percentage of calls responded to in five minutes or less. Waiting for data from Fire Department
Data complete, but waiting for
3.2) Number of actual fires per 1,000 population. definition of"fire"
3.3) The annual victimization rates per 1,000 population of
Part I index crimes. Com lete
3.4) The annual occurrence of Part II non-index crimes. Com lete
3.5) The number of auto crashes in Lake Oswego per 1,000
population. Complete
Ed ucati on
4.1) Graduation rate at Lake Oswego public high schools. Complete
42) The staffing ratio at Lake Oswego public schoois. Complete
4.3) The percentage of graduates who attend post secondary
educational institutes. Complete
Env. & Natural Resources
5.1) The percentage of impervious surfaces in the City's
Urban Services Boundary. Complete (S)
52) The Air Quality Index for the Porlland Metro Area. Complete (S)
5.3) The number of macro-invertebrates in Springbrook Waiting staffing approval from the
Creek. Engineering Dept. (S)
5.4) Annual Average Water Quality in certain parts of Oswego Waiting for data from the Lake
Lake as measured by the Trophic State Index. Corporation (5)
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Econ. Op . &Vitalit
6.1) The number of active business licenses. Complete
6.2) The average valuation of new commercial permits. Complete
6.3) The average valuation of remodeled commercial permits. Complete
6.4) The percentage of residential properties in Lake
Oswego's Urban Services Boundary that are located within Y. ,
mile of a groce store or convenience slore. Waitin for data from GIS De t.
6.5) The index of retail sales that are local expenditures
versus expenditures outside the community. Complete
Parks, Rec, & Open S ace
7.1) The total acres of public parks, Open Space, Nature
Preserves and Recreation Facilities per 1,000 residents. Complete
72) The percentage of residential properties that are located
within Lake Oswego's Urban Services Boundary and are
located within Y.mile of a park, open space, or school facilit . Complete
7.3) The number of activities offered by the Parks &
Recreation Department per 1,000 populalion. Complete
Culture & Histo
Complete, but also trying to obtain
state or national number of
8.1) Library material circulalion per Capita. comparison
8.2) Total number of hours lhe Lake Oswego library is open
annually. Complete
8.3) Hennen's American Public Library Ratings. Complete
8.4) Number of historic resources on the City's Landmark
Designation List and the number removed. Complete
8.5) Total Public Art Inventory. Complete
8.6) The Number of art pieces on display. Complete
Communit Involvement
9.1) The (percentageMumber) of registered voters in Lake
Oswego. Complete, but stili refinin .
9.2) The percentage of registered voters in Lake Oswego who
voted in General Elections. Complete
9.3) The percentage of registered voters in Lake Oswego who
voted in City Council Elections. Complete
9.4) The number of"active" Neighborhood Associations. Complete
9.5) Number of Neighborhood Association outreach materials
published per year. Complete
(S) = Indicates it is a sustainability indicator
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