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Wednesday, October 16, 2024
1 • 4:00 p.m.
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Staff Contact: Dina Balogh, dbalogh@lakeoswego.city
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Jason Dorn, Co-Chair• Kara Gapon, Co-Chair• Ed Becker•Sarah Ellison • Rebecca Greene • Patrick Gutierrez
Matt McGinnis•Jennifer Mozinski •Greg Wolley• Diya Deepu,Youth Member• Katie Gragg,Youth Member
1. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (September 18, 2024)
3. CITY COUNCIL UPDATE: John Wendland, Council Liaison (5 mins)
4. YOUTH MEMBER REPORT (5 mins)
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
The purpose of Public Comment is to allow community members to present information or raise an issue
regarding items not on the agenda or regarding agenda items that do not include a public hearing.A time limit of
three minutes per individual shall apply. Public Comment will not exceed thirty minutes in total. If you are unable
to attend the meeting and prefer to provide public comment in writing, please email the comment to the staff
contact listed above at least 24 hours before the meeting.
6. PARKS PLAN 2040: Capital Projects List(1.5 hours)
7. DEI FRAMEWORK: Update and Approval (20 min)
8. STAFF & BOARD UPDATES (5 mins)
9. ADJOURNMENT
Next Meeting: November 20, 2024, 4 PM- 6 PM
ATTACHMENTS
• September 18, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Parks Plan 2040 Meeting Packet
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2024 Workplans/Goals for Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources
(PARKS Board) Advisory Board
1. Incorporating DEI recommendations concerning access to parks, facilities and
programs. Foster a welcoming and inclusive community where all people have the
opportunity to thrive and have equitable access to City Services.
Collaboration with another Board?The Parks DEI Committee will work with the City-
wide DEI Committee to align our frameworks. Our recommendations also
impact Public Works in relation to recommendations for built parks features that
support access and recreation for those with varying abilities.
2. Further the search for funding improved access and parking at Luscher Farm. Invest in
Lake Oswego's High-Quality Parks, Natural Areas, and Recreational Amenities.
Collaboration with another Board?The Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) would be
our most likely collaborator on this, however, being that access to
Luscher Farm is technically outside of our city limits, opportunities for collaboration with
TAB may be limited.
3. Review and provide recommendations to Staff on development of site specific
projects for the implementation of the City's Natural Areas Plan. Identify issues,
concerns and opportunities for successful management of Natural Areas. Natural
Areas Management Plan.
Collaboration with another Board?There may be potential over the long run to
collaborate with Oswego Lake Watershed Council, Sustainability Advisory
Board, or others.
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September 18, 2024
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Recorded Minutes:
https://www.ci.oswego.or.us/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=2848485&dbid=0&repo=CityOfLakeOswego
CALL TO ORDER
Jason Dorn called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. and Introductions are made.
ROLL CALL
Present: Jason Dorn, Co-Chairs • Kara Gapon, Co-Chairs • Greg Wolley • Sarah Ellison • Ed
Becker•Jennifer Mozinski • Rebecca Greene • Matt McGinnis • Patrick Gutierrez •
John Wendland, Council Liaison • Diya Deepu,Youth Member• Katie Gragg,Youth
Member
Alternates: Tyson Hart, David Walters
Absent:
Staff: Ivan Anderholm, Director of Parks& Recreation •Jeff Munro, Deputy Director• Eric Hirshberger,
Natural Area Crew Leader • Kaleb Simpson, Natural Resources &Stewardship Coordinator•Tony
Garcia, Parks Superintendent • Kyra Haggart, Parks Planner• Robin Krakauer, Communications and
Sponsorship Coordinator• Dina Balogh, Administrative Assistant
Guests: Matt Hastie, MIG
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• The Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Advisory Board (PARKS Board) reviewed and
unanimously approved the minutes from July 17, 2024 .
CITY COUNCIL UPDATE:John Wendland, Council Liaison
• The City had a successful summer season with concerts, markets, and festivals receiving positive
feedback from residents.
• The City will receive funding for six new EV charging stations as part of a consortium of cities led
by Tualatin.
• PGE franchise rate.The PGE rate more in alignment with the City other public utilities at a 5%
franchise rate. It is needed to fund City services.
• There are plans to establish a task force to address infrastructure issues and potential
replacement options for the South Shore Fire Station.
• City wide parking reform. Following the housing strategies, one of the new rules, can build
residential and multifamily without parking lots or parking space. From an economic standpoint
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Advisory Board
September 18, 2024
it is better to have parking with buildings, recognizing that home dwellers would like to have a
parking place.
• Spent time talking about Parks Plan 2040.
YOUTH MEMBER UPDATE:
• Diya Deepu: DEI meeting on Saturday to discuss ideas and editing.
• Katie Gragg: New program,first season of the young Entrepreneur Program.This program
allows high school youth to sell goods and products at the Farmer's Market. It was a positive
experience to be able to share something that I am passionate about and having mentorship in
areas of business and, overall,very exciting to see these kinds of programs focused on both
community but also career paths.
PUBLIC COMMENT: NA
REGULAR BUSINESS:
STEWARDSHIP WORKS PLANS (10 mins)
Kaleb Simpson, Natural Resources&Stewardship Coordinator
Eric Hirshberger, Natural Areas Crew Leader
https://www.ci.oswego.or.us/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=2857297&repo=CityOfLakeOswego
Kaleb and Eric presented the following 2024-2025 Stewardship Work plans for approval: Friends of
Luscher Farm, Friends of Hallinan Heights Woods, Friends of the Rogerson Clematis Collection, Friends
of Springbrook Park.The 2024-2025 projects include planting, ongoing garden maintenance, events and
classes,garden tours, plant sales, garden improvements, path maintenance, park cleanup, family nature
treasure hunt, LAMP advocacy, and walk and talk program
Sarah Ellison moved to approve the plans as presented, and Patrick Gutierrez seconded the motion.The
Parks Board unanimously approved the Stewardship Work Plans as submitted.
Action Items:
• Possible new Friends Group application received will be approved at a future meeting.
• Consider using bulletin boards in parks to attract people to join friends' groups
• Reformulate the friends group program and present a recommendation to Council for approval.
• Explore ways to reestablish and support friends' groups.
PARKS PLAN 2040: DRAFT PROJECT LIST(1.5 hours)
Kyra Haggart, Parks Planner
Matt Hastie, MIG
Parks Plan 2040 Parks Board Meeting 5 Packet:
https://www.ci.oswego.or.us/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=2848489&repo=CityOfLakeOswego
The draft system wide recommendations are organized into different categories,focusing on
administrative level, partnerships, park design and development, activation, and operations.
The neighborhood workshops had good attendance and participants prioritized repairing facilities,
creating more year-round opportunities, completing trail/sidewalk connections, and updating park
facilities.
The draft recommendations support the goals and objectives outlined in the strategic framework and
include ongoing initiatives as well as new proposals.
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Draft Systemwide Recommendations—CAC Review Comments:
1) Administration, Management, Communications, & Partnerships
• Call out HOAs by name when listing organizations for the city to coordinate with to improve
access to recreation areas
• Redesign/reorganization of parks and recreation info on city website and/or creation of a Parks
app or other tool will have huge benefit
• Ok to leave in exploration of Joint Use Agreement with School District, but acknowledge reasons
why it does not currently exist
• Climate vulnerability information would be very useful for parks planning, recommendation
should acknowledge overlapping efforts for climate resiliency and adaptation (e.g., CAP,
Sustainability Council)
Questions and Comments:
• Ed: Why call out HOA's?
• Matt: Include HOA's when partnering with other organizations.
• Sarah:Apps and Websites? Update Registration software, 15 years things can change.
• Kara: Al tech changes.
• David: Make sure hard copy available for those who don't have technology.
• Patrick asked about agreement with LOSD. Ivan and John answered the question explaining the
details of the joint use (IGA).
2) Park Activation&Amenities
• Accessibility of system is VERY important
o Changes are impactful and allow more people to enjoy LO parks
o A fully accessible playground is needed
o Signage needs to indicate accessibility of a site/trail
• Technology in parks could be coordinated with development of a park's app
o Develop as part of a "technology infrastructure plan"
o Allow the platform to give feedback so community input is always ongoing
o Describe what people can do and experience in each park
o QR codes at parks and trailheads
Questions and Comments:
• Kara: What is a fully accessible playground?
• Kyra: Gabriel park is a universal design but is accessible to everybody, including people with
disabilities. "Features" accessible to All to allow all kids can play together.
• Kara: Create one playground that is universal.
• David: Goal—All universally accessible parks at all park locations.
• Kyra:The goal is to make playgrounds more accessible, but there are limitations to full physical
accessibility
• Sarah: When play equipment ends useful life, replace with universal equipment.
• Rebecca: Barks chips in playgrounds?
• Jeff:The moves away from using engineered wood fiber in playgrounds, except for nature play
components.
• Comment: Classify playgrounds.
• Matt M: We could do that.
o Proximity to play with each other.
o Move away from engineered wood fiber.
o Tactile experience (nature play)
• Diya: Add QR code.Add translation.
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3) Park Design&Development
• Create a new long-term recommendation around parkland acquisition; the city should not pass
up opportunities and should be proactive
o Lake, river and mountain views and lake access are particularly important
• Consider coordinating with HOAs for underutilized green spaces—encourage them to allow
more access and use by HOA residents
• Opportunity to recognize history with park sites
• Explore ways for people to donate land to the city for recreation space
• Consider establishing or supporting a parks foundation
• Consider going beyond minimum requirements in designing and developing parks
Questions and Comments:
• Ed: Encourage public use of HOA
• Matt H: No—Allow encourage use is within HOA
• Ed: May not be viable.
• Matt M: Maybe opportunity if City maintains, can there be public access.Who is responsible for
maintenance?
• Ed: How do you assert liability?
• Patrick: Make trails better in HOA areas.
• Tyson: Pickleball—Came up in last 15 years.What will be the next sport or fad. Need to be
flexible. How do we accommodate community?
• Kyra:Answer—We have space constraints—We can look to acquire land.
4) Walkability,Accessibility, & Wayfinding
• Signage in multiple languages and using easy-to-interpret graphics makes everyone feel
welcome
o Need to ensure outreach is welcoming/accessible as well
o Don't over-rely on smart phones or technology; some people can't or don't use them
o City website and surveys should be inclusive
Questions and Comments:
• Matt M: Chapter 10—restricts accessibility question.
o Is there a way to be more inclusive?
o Is this a discussion for this board to have?
• Ivan: Answer—It is appropriate to answer.
o Get community recommendation to look it.
o Should we look at ways for accessibility on levels of development on chapter 10.
o Collect information &give recommendation.
o How do we recommend access to council?
• John:This is the unintended consequences of Chapter 10.
5) Natural Resources& Nature Integration
• Include new emerald ash borer recommendations
• Add recommendation about outreach and education for invasive species (private property
management also important)
• Clarify what "safe access"to natural areas means
Questions and Comments:
• Greg: Environment education?
• Ivan: Answer-We have programs—expand programs. Working with planning department
(private property management).
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• David: Question about wildfire management.
• Kyra:Answer—Coordinating with planning department.
6) Maintenance& Operations
• Consider generalizing Parks Maintenance Fee recommendation with exploring a "fee-based
mechanism to fund maintenance"
• Sustainable funding strategies are very important
• Add natural areas to several recommendations when talking about parks and facilities
Questions and Comments:
• David: Question—New development with maintenance cost?
• Matt H:Answer—Yes, we have that built in.
7) Programs&Events
• Consider splitting recommendation around adaptive sports and all-abilities programming into
two items
• Identify neurodiverse programs and events as an opportunity;focus on partnering with
statewide, regional or local groups to host/organize activities
• Organize or support activities and programs and foster social connections
• Cultural events very important to continue to support
• Recreation scholarship program is essential to increasing recreation access
• General support for recommendations in this category
ACTION ITEMS:
• Explore reestablishing the joint use agreement with the school district.
• Coordinate with the school district to improve public access to recreation facilities.
• Develop a fully accessible playground and consider accessibility in selecting play equipment.
• Consider creating a long-term goal of universally accessible playgrounds.
• Evaluate the feasibility of classifying existing playgrounds based on accessibility levels.
• Revise the plan to include recommendations for increasing accessibility and wayfinding, such as
signage in multiple languages and easy-to-interpret graphics.
• Continue collecting data and feedback from the community to inform future decisions on
accessibility and park development.
• Consider reorganizing the recommendations to reduce duplication.
• Note ongoing initiatives in the plan document.
• Organize the system wide recommendations into categories.
• Clarify the difference between park design and development and activation.
• Consider the possibility of amending Chapter 10 to allow for certain levels of development
based on accessibility needs, with input from the community.
• Discuss unintended consequences of previous revisions to Chapter 10 and explore options for
improvements in accessibility.
• Clarify the definition of"safe facilities" and include it in the chapter.
• Define what"safe access" means in relation to maintaining Natural Areas and parks.
• Coordinate with the planning department for outreach and education invasive species and
native species management.
• Expand the recommendation on exploring a park maintenance fee to include other funding
mechanisms.
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DEI FRAMEWORK UPDATE AND RECOMMENDATION (10 min)
Sarah Ellison and DEI working group
The DEI working group planned to meet with the DEI advisory board in August, however the board did
not have a scheduled meeting the month of August.The next meeting will be in September.
The DEI framework is modeled after other department frameworks and influenced by the city's existing
policy.The framework aligns with the city's overarching DEI goals and provides specific actions for the
department to implement.
Action:
• Connect with Ivan to go over the framework best language.
• Run the DEI framework by the ADA staff and DEI advisory board for feedback.
STAFF AND BOARD MONTHLY UPDATES:
• Ivan: Staff and board monthly updates is a good time for board members to talk about items not
on the agenda. Discuss changing this section title as a place for board members to discuss and
suggest topics to include in future meetings not discussed previously.
• Jeff: Doug McKean's Memorial Bench. Connected with Sarah McKean on where Doug's bench
will be located. Doug's memorial was touching and well attended.
• Kyra:The department was awarded a million dollar grant through the Local Government Grant
Program from the Oregon Parks& Recreation Department for Rassekh Park phase 2.
• Jeff:The new Parks and Recreation logo will be on the sides of Parks vehicles with a QR code on
the back bumper.
The next regular scheduled meeting will be Wednesday, October 16, 2024,4 p.m.
Jason Dorn adjourned the meeting at approximately 6:52pm.
Prepared by, Dina Balogh,Administrative Assistant
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MEMOR EGO%
TO: Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources Advisory Board LAKE OSWEGO
and Parks Plan 2040 Community Advisory Committee PARKS PLAN 2040
FROM: Matt Hastie
DATE: October 9, 2024
RE: Capital Improvement Project List Approach +Summary
The Parks Plan 2040 15-Year Capital Improvement Project (CIP) list identifies recommended
capital projects needed to maintain the quality of the existing park and recreation system over
the long term, as well as to achieve the community's vision for Lake Oswego's park and
recreation system through the year 2040. It includes planning-level costs for improving and
maintaining existing parks and recreation facilities, as well as a few proposed new sites and
facilities.
This memo is an update of the previous CIP Approach memo shared with the committees at
their September 2024 meetings. It provides an overview of how the Parks Plan 2040 CIP list is
structured and how projects were identified for the Parks Plan 2040 CIP list, as well as a
summary of proposed projects for each park classification and different areas of the city, and
the evaluation criteria that will be used to develop project priorities based on City and
community feedback from an upcoming survey. Included as Attachment 1 to this memo is the
draft CIP list. Planning-level estimates for the capital costs and maintenance/operational costs
associated with each project are underway, and will be shared at a later date.
STRUCTURE & APPROACH
The CIP list is structured around how each project addresses four components: essential park
services, geographic gap areas, capital project type, and planning level costs.
Essential Park Services
The CIP list identifies which essential services are supported by the proposed capital projects at
each park and facility. These "essential services" were identified as the most important things
for parks and recreation facilities to offer to Lake Oswego community members. The following
essential services and whether a project provides or enhances them may be used to help
prioritize capital projects for future implementation.
■ Play for Children: Play happens in many formal and informal settings. In this case, play
for children is defined as an activity supported by a space or feature that is designed
specifically to encourage playful interactions for children. Examples include developed
play areas (slides, swings, platforms, and installed toys), nature play areas, and
interactive water features (splashpads and other water play elements).
■ Experience Nature: Nature surrounds park users even in the most developed parks in
Lake Oswego, but the act of experiencing nature focuses on creating intentional
opportunities to be surrounded by trees and vegetation, access public waters, engage
with unique habitats or natural features, or observe wildlife.This can include a wide
range of recreation possibilities from bird watching in a grove of trees to exploring a
native planting area within a developed park.
■ Trail Connectivity: Trails provide people of all ages the opportunity to connect with the
outdoors, stay active, improve physical health, and safely travel from place to place. This
essential service includes walking, biking, or rolling on paved shared-use pathways,
hiking through natural areas on soft-surface nature trails, or even just taking a short
walk on a loop trail in your neighborhood park. Park and recreation sites that include 0.1
miles of trails or more are considered to provide trail connectivity.
■ Exercise and Sports: This essential services includes individual, group, or team activities
that support physical and mental health, help individuals meet their fitness goals, and
community members in friendly competition and teamwork. These activities are
supported by a range of active recreation facilities—from athletic fields to sport courts
to indoor gymnasiums—that help people enhance or maintain overall fitness, health,
and wellness and learn valuable skills along the way.
Geographic Gap Areas
Parks Plan 2040 establishes a goal of striving to provide access to essential park services for
Lake Oswego residents within 1/2 mile, or an approximately 10-minute walk, of their homes. An
access analysis revealed that there are several areas in Lake Oswego that are not currently
served by any of the essential services within a 10-minute walk. The boundaries of each
geographic gap area were reviewed and "ground-truthed" by the Parks Plan 2040 Community
Advisory Committee, and were also analyzed against six demographic equity indicators to
determine whether some areas may have a higher severity of need in order to serve more
vulnerable populations. The result of this analysis identifies geographic areas where additional
capital or programmatic investment would be needed to meet the goal of providing access to
essential park services close to homes in those areas. The CIP list identifies whether each
project helps to fill a geographic gap in access to essential services; this information may be
used to help prioritize capital projects for future implementation.
Capital Project Type
The CIP list identifies general types of capital projects that are proposed for the park and
recreation system such as play area improvements, sports field/court improvements,
connectivity improvements, and natural area enhancements, to name a few. Projects that are
unique, "one-off," or that do not easily fall within any of the identified project types are
identified as"Other new/improved facilities." These capital project types will support planning-
level cost estimating efforts, and could also be used to help prioritize projects for future
implementation.
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Planning Level Costs
The Parks Plan 2040 CIP list will identify three different types of planning level costs for the
proposed capital projects at each park or facility, including:
■ Total capital costs: Capital costs represent one-time costs to acquire, develop, or
renovate parks and facilities. All costs identified in Parks Plan 2040 will be planning-level
estimates based on MIG's professional experience in 2024 dollars, not accounting for
inflation over the planning horizon.
■ Capital reinvestment/replacement costs: Unlike capital or maintenance costs,
reinvestment/replacement costs represent annual investments that are needed to take
care of existing parks and recreation facilities. Park reinvestment costs should be set
aside annually so that the City has sufficient funds to repair or replace outdated or worn
facilities as scheduled based on their age and use. While these funds are not needed
immediately, they are critical to ensuring long-term, sustainable use and financial health
of the park system. The CIP assigns each project an estimated
reinvestment/replacement level of either high or low based on expected need for
annual investment.
■ Annual maintenance costs: All sites—whether existing parks or new parks—will require
some type of routine and preventative maintenance to take care of City assets and
landscaping. Lake Oswego's varied park types and settings each require different levels
of maintenance. Parks with higher levels of use, such parks that serve the whole
community or those with specialized facilities and/or programming, will require a
greater level of maintenance. In addition, parks that are home to sensitive habitats may
need specialized care for those natural areas in addition to more traditional
maintenance practices for developed areas. The Parks Plan 2040 CIP list will provide an
estimated total annual maintenance cost per park based on the City's current
maintenance tiers.
Preparation of planning level capital, reinvestment/replacement, and maintenance costs for
each proposed project is underway and these costs will be shared with the committees at a
later meeting.
INPUTS
The Parks Plan 2040 CIP list identifies projects from a wide range of sources to create a well-
balanced and community driven future for Lake Oswego's Park and Recreation System. Figure 1
below outlines the various inputs that have informed development of the CIP list.
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Figure 1: CIP List Inputs
CITY STAFF NEIGHBORHOOD
FEEDBACK WORKSHOPS
COMMUNITY OTHER PARK &
ADVISORY COMMITTEE FACILITY PLANS
FEEDBACK OR STUDIES
CAPTIAL
IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT LIST GAP ANALYSIS
PARKS BOARD +
FEEDBACK PARK NEEDS
ASSESSMENT
FOCUS GROUPS Ex:OTHER
ATaPs HANS
abitat
+ SURVEYS Management Plan &
ADA Transition Plan
PROJECT EVALUATION AND PRIORITIZATION CRITERIA
A key part of developing the implementation for Parks Plan 2040 is determining how to
prioritize capital projects for implementation over the planning horizon. In other words, this
process helps staff decide when and in what order to move forward with projects. Parks Plan
2040 will ultimately recommend projects to be accomplished in the near-term, mid-term, and
long-term based on available resources such as funding and staff time.
Some projects—such as the repair or replacement of playgrounds, park shelters, athletic field
turf, or trail surfaces—may need to be implemented on a specific timeline when those
amenities reach the end of their useful life, or if the work becomes necessary to ensure the
safety of park users. Other efforts, such as the restoration work in the city's natural areas,
represent ongoing efforts rather than one-time capital investments. In addition, Lake Oswego
Parks & Recreation has several capital projects that are already underway, such as the Lake
Oswego Recreation and Aquatic Center and Rassekh Park. These projects will continue to be
implemented, and Parks Plan 2040 will help prioritize the projects that follow them.
In addition to feedback from the upcoming community prioritization survey, MIG and City staff
have proposed the following list of specific evaluation criteria to develop project priorities:
• The project fills a gap in an area of the City where similar facilities or services are not
currently available
• The project addresses the needs of people or groups with specific park and recreation
needs (e.g., people with disabilities, low-income families, older residents, youth)
• The project meets multiple park system planning goals and objectives
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• The project's cost and feasibility is scaled appropriately to the benefit it will provide
• Availability of state or federal grant funding or similar sources of money for
implementation
• The project addresses one or more identified citywide goals or initiatives'
Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation is conducting a prioritization survey that asks respondents to
indicate the relative importance of each criterion and to provide any other prioritization criteria
that should be considered. Results from the survey will be used to help guide the prioritization
process.
DRAFT CIP SUMMARY
MIG and City staff have developed a draft CIP list. The CIP identifies 122 total projects for
implementation in the near-term, mid-term, and long-term based on available resources such
as funding and staff time. Projects can be grouped into four general project categories:
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Projects focusedonimproving what we already have
Build/Add
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facilities
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Projects that increase connections to and accessibility
04 within existing parks and facilities
Nature
ll Projects that that enhance natural areas or provide opportunities to
connect with nature
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Table 1 below summarizes the proposed CIP projects by park classification and project
category.
Table 1: CIP Projects by Project Category
Project Category
Park Classification Reinvestment Build/Add Access Nature TOTALS
Recreation Facilities 1 - 2 - 3
Regional Parks 4 9 6 1 20
Community Parks 15 7 9 - 31
Neighborhood Parks 5 6 11 - 22
Pocket Parks 5 - 3 - 8
Urban Plazas 3 - 2 - 5
Natural Areas 3 3 17 - 23
Greenways and Trail - - 2 2
Corridors
Proposed New Parks 5 - - 5
and Facilities1
Proposed Systemwide 3 - 1 - 4
Improvements2
TOTALS 39 29 53 1 124
32% 24% 43% 1% 100%
1 No specific sites have yet been identified for these projects.
2 These projects will be implemented across numerous parks and facilities in Lake Oswego.
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Table 2 below summarizes the proposed new parks or facilities within Lake Oswego's park and
recreation system. Locations for these projects have not yet been identified.
Table 2: Proposed New Parks and Facilities
Project Description
Acquisition, design, and development of new neighborhood park to serve
Neighborhood Park southwest Lake Oswego in the Lake Grove, Bryant, or Rosewood
neighborhoods.
Acquisition and/or design, and development of 4-8 new outdoor
pickleball courts to serve city residents. Community engagement has
indicated that courts should ideally be grouped with 4-6 courts per
Outdoor Pickleball location; however, smaller groups of courts may be more feasible.
Further study and engagement with the community is needed prior to
Courts design to identify the appropriate location for this new facility within Lake
Oswego's park and recreation system, but a community-scale park with
access to support amenities such as parking, restrooms, and drinking
fountains is likely the best fit with this type of activity.
Acquisition and/or design and development of a new water play feature
to serve the community. A water play feature such as a splash pad with
water and sand play elements has emerged as a community priority
during community engagement, particularly as summers become hotter
Water Play Feature due to climate change. Further study and engagement with the
community is needed prior to design to identify the appropriate location
for this new facility within Lake Oswego's park and recreation system, but
a community-scale park with access to support amenities such as parking,
restrooms, and drinking fountains is likely the best fit with this type of
activity.
This project would construct a sand volleyball in Lake Oswego,which was
identified as a need during the community engagement process. Further
study and engagement with the community is needed prior to design to
Sand Volleyball Court identify the appropriate location for this new facility within Lake
Oswego's park and recreation system, but a community-scale park with
access to support amenities such as parking, restrooms, and drinking
fountains is likely the best fit with this type of activity.
Community engagement through Parks& Recreation as well as other City
departments has identified the desire for indoor recreation opportunities
Westside Indoor on the west side of Lake Oswego,though no specific location has been
identified to date.Additional study and engagement with the community
Community/ is needed to determine the scope, scale, and services provided at this
Recreation Center facility, but they may include some combination of multipurpose
recreation space, a permanent location for the Teen Center and
teen/youth enrichment programs, and library services.
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Table 3 below summarizes proposed systemwide improvements that will be implemented
across numerous parks and facilities in Lake Oswego.
Table 3: Proposed Systemwide Improvements
Project Description
This systemwide project would create new neighborhood trail
connections to expand safe connectivity between parks, adjacent
Neighborhood Trail neighborhoods, and other key destinations. Park connections that
Connections address the gap areas identified in the Parks Needs Assessment should be
prioritized such as: Iron Mountain Park, West Waluga Park, East Waluga
Park, Southwood Park, Westlake Park, and Pilkington Park.
Systemwide Drinking This systemwide project would replace existing aging drinking fountains
Fountain Replacement with newer models that are more accessible and energy efficient.
Systemwide Signage This systemwide project would implement the Department's signage
Manual manual, which was approved in 2022.This project would add new signage
and replace existing outdated signage in parks and natural areas and at
Implementation recreation facilities throughout the city.
Systemwide Bollard This systemwide project would replace old bollards along trails and in
Replacement parks.
Table 4 below summarizes the proposed CIP projects by neighborhood quadrant as shown in
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Charlie S.Brown Water Sports Center ADA Improvements Access B This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report X for this facility.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project will improve the existing facility by adding additional picnic tables and seating and a new shade structure.
NEW!Support Amenities Reinvestment B ✓The types and locations of these amenities should be refined through engagement with park users.
Lake Oswego Swim Park X X
The City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report recommended reviewing design options for providing
Access and ADA Improvements Access B access to the swim area,which is currently only accessible via stairs down a steep hill from a limited gravel parking area. IIi
The scope of this project will be refined through a design study and public outreach.
REGIONAL PARKS
Upper Level ADA This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
Access B for the upper level of this facility,including improvements to parking areas,pathways and trails,and support amenities I ✓
Improvements
such as picnic areas drinking fountains.See the report for a full list of improvements.
Lower Level ADA This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
Access B for the lower level of this facility,including improvements to parking areas,pathways and beach access ramps,and ✓
Improvements
support amenities such as picnic areas drinking fountains.See the report for a full list of improvements.
Arbor Renovation Reinvestment B The scope of this project is to rebuild the existing arbor at the entrance the lower grassy area from the lower parking lot. ✓
This project will replace the existing playground at George Rogers Park,which was installed in 2014 and will be due for
George Rogers Park Playground Replacement Reinvestment B replacement in 2034.Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the X X X X 1
safety,functionality,and high quality of the existing park system.
Athletic Field Upgrades Reinvestment B This project will replace the natural grass infields of the athletic field with artificial turf to increase playability during wet ✓
weather months.
Historic Iron Smelting Furnace This project represents a recurruing project that must be budgeted for every 5 years to clean the historic iron furnace.
Reinvestment B
Cleaning Regular cleaning and maintenance ensures that this historic landmark is preserved.
This project would construct an asphalt pathway from the lower-level restroom structure down to the river on the east
edge of the park property,connecting to the existing water access ramp previously used as a boat launch.Ultimately this
NEW!River Access Pathway Access B pathway will serve as an important link in connecting George Rogers Park to Foothills Park via the Willamette River ✓ ✓
Greenway trail.This project was identified as a high priority during community engagement as part of the Metro Local
Share process and will receive partial funding through the Local Share program.
NEW!Tennis Court Lighting Build/Add B This project will add lighting to the existing tennis courts to increase playability during winter months. ✓
Access and Parking This project would create a new public access driveway to repalce the historic farm entrance on Rosemont Road,as well
Access D as construct a new parking lot.These improvements have been identified as a priority for safety and providing ADA I 1
Improvements
access to the facility and will implement the adopted Luscher Area Master Plan.
This project would expand the existing community garden area to add approximately 55 new garden plots,including
Community Garden Expansion some fully ADA accessible plots.The location of these new plots is currently identified on the Firlane property but
Build/Add D another location may be identified through further study.In addition,new gardening support facilities such as tool sheds ✓ ✓
and Improvements and greenhouses should be provided,along with seating,picnic,and shade facilities.ADA improvements identified in the
community garden area should also be completed as part of this project.
This project would develop a network of compacted gravel and wood chip trails throughout the fields and natural areas
in the Luscher area.Trail alignments would build on existing mowed grass fire breaks,which are currently popular
Trail Improvements Access D ✓ ✓
destinations for hiking and walking,to improve accessibility and connectvitity.Other improvements may include benches
or other seating areas at key viewpoints,and support amenities such as trash cans and picnic tables at trailheads.
The scope of this project will address the historic core and program area of the Luscher property.Work will include
Program Area Upgrades and adding support amenities such as benches and picnic facilities,upgrades to demonstration gardens,gardening support
ADA Improvements Build/Add D facilities such as tool sheds or greenhouses,upgrades to roads,new and improved pedestrian pathways,adding ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓interpretive and wayfinding signage,and adding a public restroom.In addition,ADA improvements identified in the
City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report for this area should also be completed.
This project will undertake the rehabilitation of historic structures on the Luscher property,including the barn,
farmhouse,bunkhouse.Rehabilitation of the Rosemont Arena on the Brock property for futur programming use may also
Historic Structure Rehabilitation Access D be included in this project.In additon to historic rehabilitation,ADA ipmrovements identified for buildings in the City's ✓ I I
and ADA Improvements 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report will also be completed.The scope of the historic rehabilitations will
be determined through further study,and work will be managed by preservation professionals consistent with The
Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties..
The western branch of Wilson Creek crossing the Crowell property east of the Firlane farm was tiled for agricultural
Wilson Creek Restoration Nature D purposes in the early 20th century.This project would daylight,regrade,restore,and replant the stream corridor with ✓
Luscher Farm Park and Natural Area native riparian vegetation. X X X
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This project will construct an agricultural-or farm-themed playground and picnic area on the Firlane property north of N
Firlane Agricultural Themed the existing farmhouse.The scope includes a playground and picnic shelter that will be connected to the Luscher Farm
Neighborhood Park Build/Add D Program Area by compacted gravel pathways.The 2012 Luscher Area Master Plan contemplates creating a custom play I ✓ J ✓
area or repurposing old farm equipment such as tractors as play elements;this scope may be refined through
engagement with Luscher area stakeholders.
This project will will provide traditional neighborhood park features including a passive recreation space,five-foot wide
Farr Neighborhood Park Build/Add D compacted gravel walking trails,picnicking areas,a new picnic shelter,signage,and an eco-friendly lawn on the Farr J J ✓
property east of Hazelia Field.This project implements the adopted 2012 Luscher Area Master Plan.
This project will implement the recommendations from the 2012 Luscher Area Master Plan and subsequent 2017
Agricultural Plan.The scope of work includes constructing a new centralized agricultural processing and operational
Urban Agriculture Expansion Build/Add D facility and potentially expanding other farming infrastructure such as internal roads and storage facilities to support the J ✓
existing Community Supported Agriculture program.New types of farming operations may also be expanded to other
properties,including you-pick programs,perennials or orchards,or edible forests,subject to further study.
This project would develop some sort of natural climbing or ropes play area on the Brock property.The area would be
Brock Climbing or Ropes accessible via the existing small trailhead parking lot on the property,or via compacted gravel trails from the new access
Challenge Play Area Build/Add D and parking lot from Rosemont Road.Seating,wildlife viewing areas,and interpretive or educational signage may also be J ✓
included in this project scope,which will be refined through community engagement.
This project implements the recommendation for an Urban Agriculture/Environmental Education Center in the 2012
Urban Luscher Area Master Plan.The scope of this project will be informed by the historic structure rehabilitation work,and
Agriculture/Environmental Build/Add D could include rehabilitating the existig Firlane farmhouse for use as an education center,or constructing a new facility to ✓ J
Education Center serve as the education center.Implementation of this project is contingent upon the City of Lake Oswego first annexing
the remainder of the Luscher area properties in the future.
This project would construct two new multi-sport athletic fields,a vehicle parking area,internal road and pathway
network,and basketball courts on the Luscher property east of Hazelia Field,consistent with the adopted 2012 Luscher
Active Recreation Area Build/Add D X ✓ ✓
Area Master Plan.Implementation of this project is contingent upon the City of Lake Oswego first annexing the
remainder of the Luscher area.ro.erties in the future.
COMMUNITY PARKS
This project will replace the existing playground and picnic shelter.The playgrond,which was installed in 2015,will be
Playground and Picnic Shelter due for replacement in 2035 and the shelter will need replacement shortly thereafter.Combining these planned
Replacement Reinvestment A replacements into one project is more efficient and reduces impacts to park users.Replacing old playgrounds or ✓ ✓
structures that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the safety,functionality,and high quality of
the existing park system.
This project will improve the Quarry Bike Skills Park located at East Waluga Park.Work could include improving access to
Quarry Bike Skills Park the area and adding wayfinding singage to increase awareness,as well as increased trail connectivity to access the park
Upgrades Reinvestment A and physical improvements to thepark itself.This project mayalso include the addition of a pumptrack feature.The ✓ ✓
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scope of improvements will need to be determined through community engagement.
The scope of this project includes replacing elements of the two ballfields that will reach the end of their functional life
Athletic Field Improvements Reinvestment A during the planning horizon for Parks Plan 2040.Work will include replacing the artificial turf,and replacing and ✓ ✓
upgrading the athletic field lighting.ADA improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility
Assessment Report for the athletic fields should also be completed.
This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
ADA Improvements Access A for this facility that were not completed as a component of other park improvement projects.See the report for a full list ✓
of improvements.
This project considers expanding Foothills Park to the north following decommissioning and demolition of the existing
Tryon Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant property,which the City is planning to replace on a nearby property.The
NEW!Park Expansion Build/Add B location and size of the expansion will be coordinated closely with the upcoming Foothills District Refinement Plan ✓
update.Possible amenities could include additional parking and a secondary vehicle access,an amphitheater,pickleball
courts,trail connections,an off leash dog area,sand volleyball courts,and/or water play features.Amenities will be
determined through community engagement during project design.
Foothills Park This project will replace the existing dolphin sail shade structure,which will reach the end of its functional life during the X X X
Parks Plan 2040 planning horizon.A new additional shade structure that could be installed and removed seasonally may
Shade Structure Reinvestment B ✓
also be considered as a component of this project in response to community feedback about a desire for more shade at
this facility,especially during events like summer concerts.
Access and Parking ADA This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
Improvements Access B for the parking lot and access road.See the report for a full list of improvements. ✓ I
This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
ADA Improvements Access B ✓
for the park amenities.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project will replace the existing playground at Hazelia Field,which was installed in 2008 and will be due for
replacement in 2031.Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the
Playground Replacement Reinvestment D safety,functionality,and high quality of the existing park system.This location may also be a suitble site for water play ✓ 1 ✓ ✓
features such as a small splash pad;additional features will need to be determined through community engagement
prior to proiect implementation.
The scope of this project includes replacing the existing artificial turf,and replacing the existing cyclone fencing around
Athletic Field Improvements Reinvestment D the field.ADA improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report for the athletic ✓
field should also be completed as part of this project.
Hazelia Field at Luscher Farm The scope of this project is expected to include regrading or resurfacing the large dog park area to address ongoing X X X X
Dog Park Improvements Reinvestment D erosion issues during wet weather months.Additional or upgraded seating and a new or larger shelter may also be ✓ ✓
considered,along with enhancements to the dog wash station.ADA improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA
Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report for the dog park should also be completed as part of this project.
NEW!Trail Connection to Access D This project would create a new formal trail connection from the parking lot at Hazelia Field to the trail network at ✓
Luscher Farm Luscher Farm south of the existing parking lot and athletic field.
This project will improve the existing access driveway,and will also complete the improvements identified in the City's
Access and ADA Improvements Access D 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report for this facility that were not completed as a component of other ✓ ✓
park improvement projects.See the report for a full list of improvements.
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master plan for this park.
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This phase of the project will develop the multi-sport athletic field,additional parking spaces,an additional stormwater
Phase 3 Development Build/Add D ✓ ✓
facility,and additional pathway connections consistent with the approved master plan for the park.
NEW!Skatepark Enhancements Build/Add D This project will add a cover over a portion of the skatepark and add lighting to increase opportunities for year-round ✓ ✓
use.
This project will replace the existing climbing boulders at Roehr Park,which were installed in 2007 and will be due for
Play Area Replacement Reinvestment B replacement in 2030.Replacing old play features that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the % ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
safety,functionality,and high quality of the existing park system.This project may also be an opportunity to add new
Roehr Park play or nature play elements that offer paly opportunities to children of a wider variety of ages and abilities. X X %
This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
ADA Improvements Access B for this park property,including replacing sections of asphalt path that have been impacted by tree roots,as well as ✓ ✓
replacing the Iron Furnace Cruicible plaza area.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project will replace the existing playground at Roehr Park which was installed in 2010 and will be due for
Playground Replacement Reinvestment A replacement in 2033.Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the ✓
safety,functionality,and high quality of the existing park system.
This project would construct a shelter or cover over the playground at West Waluga Park to increase opportunities for
NEW!Playground Cover Build/Add A year-round play.This project may be paired with the planned replacement of the play equipment to reduce impacts to ✓
park users.
ADA Improvements Access A This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report ✓
for the park amenities.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project would construct a new pathway connecting Royal Oaks Drive to Oakridge Court through the wooded area,
NEW!Neighborhood Connector and provide connections to the developed park amenities of the park.This alignment has been the location of an
West Waluga Park Trail Access A informal and unmaintained social trail for many years,demonstrating the need for additional connectivity to and through ✓
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this area.Constructing the trail as a boardwalk will reduce the impacts of pedestrian travel through this natural area.
This project was identified as a high priority during the 2023 Metro Local Share project prioritization process.
This project would increase opportunitites for community gardening on the west side of the city by constructing a group
NEW!Community Gardens Build/Add A ✓
of 20-30 community garden plots in the underutliized field area north of the shelter.
Fitness Station Upgrades Reinvestment A This project would upgrade or replace the existing fit spot at West Waluga Park,which was installed in 2016.It will likely ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
need to be replaced during the planning horizon for Parks Plan 2040.
This project would resurface and upgrade gravel walking paths in the off-leash dog play area at West Waluga Park to
Dog Park Improvements Reinvestment A improve the wet-weather experience for park users.In addition,this project would add a new!covered shelter with
tables or seating to increase opportunities for year-round use.
Restroom Upgrades Reinvestment A The scope of this project is to replace the existing restroom and shelter structure to replace aging amenities and provide ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
additional capacity for this park.
Athletic Field Upgrades Reinvestment A This scope of this project includes replacing the existing infields with artificial turf to increase wet-weather playability;as ✓
well as replacing several aging features including the existing athletic field lighting and the backstop safety netting.
This project would add lighting to the existing basketball courts at Westlake Park.Currently one of only two outdoor
NEW!Basketball Court Lighting Build/Add A basketball courts in the park system,community engagement identified this project as a need by park users to increase ✓
opportunities for year-round play and exercise.
This project will replace the existing playground and play area cover,which were installed in 2010 and will be due for
Westlake Park Playground and Cover X X X
Reinvestment A replacement in 2031.Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the ✓ ✓
Replacement
safety,functionality,and high quality of the existing park system.
This project will replace the existing aging park shelter,which includes a covered picnic area,restrooms,and a
Picnic Shelter Replacement Reinvestment A maintenance storage room.The facility was constructed in 2010 and will require replacement during the planning ✓ ✓
horizon.
ADA Improvements Access A This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report ✓
for this•ark.See the re•ort for a full list of im•rovements.
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
This project will fully renovate Freepons Park,one of Lake Oswego's oldest parks.Possible scope includes an upgraded
and expanded play area,a picnic shelter or other gathering space,improvements to existing erosion and flooding issues,
Freepons Park NEW!Park Rennovation Build/Add D trail and pathway improvements,interpretive and wayfinding signage,lighting,vehicle parking,and water play features. X X X ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
ADA improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report will also be addressed
during the renovation.
This project will replace the existing playground,which was installed in 2004 and will be due for replacement in 2025.
Playground Replacement Reinvestment D Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the safety,functionality,and ✓
high quality of the existing park system.
Glenmorrie Park ADA Improvements Access D This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report X X X ✓
for the park amenities.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project would add a new fitness station or"fit spot"at Glenmorrie Park.Opportunities for fitness and exercise close
NEW!Fitness Station Build/Add D ✓
to homes is a priority fo the community,particularly for aging populations.
This project will replace the existing playground,which was installed in 2020 and will be due for replacement in 2038.
Playground Replacement Reinvestment A Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the safety,functionality,and ✓
McNary Park high quality of the existing park system. X X X
ADA Improvements Access A This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report ✓
for this park.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
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NEW!Park/School Connectivity This project would formalize the trail connection between Pilkington Park and River Grove Elementary School to increase
Access C access to the school play area during non-school hours.This project would be coordinated with the Lake Oswego School ✓ ✓
Improvement
District
This project would add a new small play area or nature play area to the underutilized open lawn north of the off-leash
NEW!Play Area and/or Fitness area to increase access to play for children.Although this park is located near a school with a play area,the school
Build/Add C property is not available for use during school hours.The type of play equipment should be determined through X X ✓ ✓
Pilkington Park Station X X
community engagement,but could include"tot play"for younger children.A fitness station or"fit spot"with exercise
equipment for adults could also be included.
This project would add new park restrooms to this neighborhood park.Pilkington Park is the only developed park in this I
NEW!Park Restroom Build/Add C area of the city,and is located on a popular walking path along Pilkington Road.During community engagement park ✓ J
restrooms were identified as a high priority for this part of the city.
NEW!Dog Park Improvements Reinvestment C This project would add a new shelter or covered area and seating in the existing off-leash dog play area to increase ✓ J J ✓
_ opportunities for year-round use. _
This project would contemplate adding 20-30 community garden plots to the underutilized open lawn north of the off-
NEW!Community Gardens Build/Add C ✓ ✓
leash area to increase opportunitites for community gardening on the west side of the city.
This project will replace the existing playground,which was installed in 2006 and will be due for replacement in 2027.
Playground Replacement Reinvestment B Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the safety,functionality,and ✓
Rossman Park high quality of the existing park system. X X
ADA Improvements Access B This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report ✓
for this park.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
ADA Improvements Access B ✓
for the park amenities.See the report for a full list of improvements. _
NEW!Dock and Gangway Access B This project would replace the existing dock and gangway;in its current state this amenity requires frequent ✓
Improvements maintenance and repairs.
This project would develop a network of trails through the Tryon Cove natural area west of the developed park,
consistent with Metro's 2018 Tryon Creek Cove Trail Master Plan.Trail design and development would be closely
Natural Area Trail Development Access B ✓
coordinated with Metro,who also owns property in the area,and who completed the 2018 Master Plan in coordination
with the city.
This project would connect the developed portion of Tryon Cove Park east of Stampher Road to the northern terminus of
the Willamette River Greenway trail in Foothills Park.The alignment would be determined through further study,but
NEW!Willamette River would likely follow Stampher Road across the Tryon Cove open space property owned by City of Lake Oswego and the
Tryon Cove Park Greenway Regional Trail Access B Tryon Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant property owned by City of Portland.The City of Lake Oswego is currently ✓ J ✓
pursuing replacement of the existing wastewater treatment plant with a new treatment facility on a nearby property,
Connection and plans to update the Foothills District Refinement Plan as part of that work.Design and development of this pathway
connection should be coordinated with the Foothills District Refinement Plan update as well as with the City of Portland
and Metro,who also own property in the Tryon Cove area. X
Tryon Cove is one of four opportunities for Lake Oswego residents to access the Willamette River,but pedestrian access
to this faclity is currently extremely limited.This project would explore options for creating a pedestrian route across
Highway 43 Pedestrian Crossing Access B Highway 43 that would connect Tryon Cove Park to downtown Lake Oswego.This project could occur as part of the ✓ ✓ ✓
Tryon Creek Highway 43 Culvert Replacement Project,which is being undertaken by the City of Portland Bureau of
Environmental Services.This project will require significant coordination with the City's Engineering Department,the
Oregon Department of Transportation,the City of Portland,and Metro.
This project will replace the existing playground,which was installed in 2017 and will be due for replacement in 2037.
Playground Replacement Reinvestment C Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the safety,functionality,and ✓
high quality of the existing park system.
Westridge Park ADA Improvements Access C This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report X X ✓
for this park.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project would add a new fitness station or"fit spot"at Westridge Park.Opportunities for fitness and exercise close
NEW!Fitness Station Build/Add C X ✓ ✓
to homes is a.riori fo the com m unit .articular) for a:in:.o.ulations.
POCKET PARKS
This project will replace the existing playground,which was installed in 2003 and will be due for replacement in 2025.
Aspen Reservoir Park Playground Replacement Reinvestment D Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the safety,functionality,and X X ✓
high quality of the existing park system.
This project will replace the existing playground,which was installed in 2015 and will be due for replacement in 2036.
Playground Replacement Reinvestment D Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the safety,functionality,and ✓
high quality of the existing park system.
Greentree Park NEW!Basketball Court Reinvestment D Improve the existing court surface and replace the existing basketball hoop. X X ✓
Improvements
ADA Improvements Access D This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report ✓
for the park amenities.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project will replace the existing playground,which was installed in 2004 and will be due for replacement in 2025.
Playground Replacement Reinvestment B Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the safety,functionality,and ✓
Hide-A-Way Park high quality of the existing park system. X X-
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ADA Improvements Access B This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report ✓
for this park.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project will replace the existing playground,which was installed in 2004 and will be due for replacement in 2027.
Playground Replacement Reinvestment B Replacing old playgrounds that have reached the end of their useful lives helps to maintain the safety,functionality,and ✓
Pine Cone Park high quality of the existing park system. X X
This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
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for the park amenities.See the report for a full list of improvements.
The exiting tennis court,which is located on top of the South Shore Water Reservoir,has been closed since 2022.Tennis
NEW!Tennis Court court project scope may include reconstructing,resurfacing,and restriping the court area,reconstructing parking spaces
South Shore Reservoir Build/Add D to serve the court,and adding site amenities such as fencing,landscaping,and pathway connections.This project would X
Reconstruction need to be conducted in close coordination with the fire station renovation project,the scope of which will be
determined through community engagement.
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Plaza Shelter Improvements Reinvestment B This project will replace the gutters on the existing shelter structure. ✓
Millenium Plaza ADA Improvements Access B This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report X I
for this park.See the report for a full list of improvements.
"Watch Keeper"Lighting Reinvestment B This project would install and implement a new lighting schedule program at Millenium Plaza. I
Program
This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
ADA Improvements Access B ✓
Sundeleaf Plaza for the park amenities.See the report for a full list of improvements. X
"Watch Keeper"Lighting Reinvestment B This project would install and implement a new lighting schedule program at Sundeleaf Plaza. ✓
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NATURAL AREAS
The scope of this project is to improve the access drive,parking area,and entryway to the park.Improvements identified
in the 2001 Canal Area Master Plan includes expanding the existing gravel parking area with eco-block pavers,park entry
signage,a bulletin board and plaza,and other site furnishings.In addition,the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility
Assessment Report identified the need for at least one ADA compliant van-accessible parking space to provide access to
this park for people with disabilities.The parking area at Bryant Woods Nature Park is designed serve as parking for
vehicles visiting Canal Acres Natural Area as well.
Park Entry Improvements and
ADA Parking Access C Note:City Charter Chapter states that"The City of Lake Oswego shall not construct or develop(or allow any person to ✓ ✓ ✓
construct or develop)...any parking lot,road,or trail for motorized vehicles within a Nature Preserve."However,the
charter language does provide for maintenance of existing facilities,as well as for implementation of a park master plan
adopted prior to November 2,2021.The Canal Area Master Plan was adopted on March 6,2001,however it does not
include references to creating any van-accessible parking spaces.It is not clear whether renovating the parking lot to
provide ADA parking would be considered maintaining an existing facilty and be allowed by the City Charter;legal
interpretation would be required prior to designing and implementing this project.
Bryant Woods Nature Park X X
While most of the trails identified in the Canal Area Master Plan have already been developed,some of the boardwalks,
wildlife observation decks,and crossings were never constructed.In addition,the Master Plan identifies signage and site
furnishings throughout the park,including secondary entrance signs,rest spots,interpretive exhibits,and other site
furnishings.It also includes a"site center"plaza that is designed to be the educational hub of the park to accomodate
Trail Improvements and Site Access C groups and visitors and serve as a trailhead for the loop trail. ✓ ✓ ✓
Furnishings
Note:While City Charter Chapter X limits development in certain natural parks,it does provide for implementation of a
park master plan adopted prior to November 2,2021.The Canal Area Master Plan,which addresses Bryant Woods,
Canal Acres,and River Run parks,was adopted by the City on March 6,2001.
Several pedestrian crossings are identified between Bryant Woods Nature Park and Canal Acres Natural Area across
Pedestrian Crossings Access C Childs Road,including one between the primary entrances to both parks and an additional crossing at the west end of ✓
Bryant Woods Nature Park.This project will need to be coordinated with the City's Engineering Department.
Park Boundary Fencing Reinvestment C The scope of this project is to install fencing and plantings along the edges of the park to help buffer the area from ✓ ✓
adjacent private residences.
This project would add new trails through the natural area.The 2001 Canal Area Master Plan identifies a new"Primary
Primary and Secondary Trails Access C Trail"that would run parallel to Canal Road from the park entrance at Child Road south to connect to River Run Park at ✓ ✓
Canal Acres Natural Area the Tualatin River.An additional secondary trail would create a trail connection to Sycamore Avenue.Entry and X X
wayfinding signage would also be included in this scope.
Park Boundary Fencing Reinvestment C The scope of this project is to install fencing and plantings along the edges of the park to help buffer the area from ✓
adjacent private residences.
This project would renovate,repair,and/or resurface sections of trail that are experiencing erosion.Additional
Cooks Butte Park NEW!Trail Renovation Access D interpretive or wayfinding signage or support amenities such as benches may also be included,to be determined X X ✓
through additional community engagement.
This project would construct a new trail through the portion of Hallinan woods that was purchased in 2021(the Yates
property),connecting to the existing asphalt trail network.A preferred alignment was identified through community
Hallinan Woods New Trail Connection Access D X X ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
engagement in 2022,however additional study is needed to determine the trail's surface type(boardwalk,asphalt,soft-
surface,etc.).
NEW!Play Area Expansion Build/Add A This project would expand the existing play area at Iron Mountain Park to include additional opportunities for children to X I X X ✓ ✓
play,with a focus on nature play features.
Iron Mountain Park This project would renovate,repair,and/or resurface sections of trail that are experiencing erosion.Additional
NEW!Trail Renovation and Access A interpretive or wayfinding signage along the trail may also be included,to be determined through additional community ✓
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engagement.
Pennington Park NEW!Trail Improvements Access A This project would improve the existing network of gravel and soft surface trails by reconstructing and/or resurfacing X X ✓
sections of trail experiencing signficiant wear and erosion.Wayfinding signage may also be added.
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This project would improve the parking lot and access drive of the western River Run Park property with eco-block
pavers to create a more stabilized surface that is less prone to erosion.While the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility
Assessment Report did not assess River Run Park,at least one ADA-compliant van-accessible parking space should be
constructed in order to provide access to water to residents with disabilities,which was identified as a priority during
community engagement.Improvements to the entry would also include a park monument entry sign,a bulletin board,
interpretive signage,and other site furnishings.
West Property Parking and
Access Improvements Access C Note:City Charter Chapter X states that"The City of Lake Oswego shall not construct or develop(or allow any person to ✓ ✓ ✓
construct or develop)...any parking lot,road,or trail for motorized vehicles within a Nature Preserve."However,the
charter language does provide for maintenance of existing facilities,as well as for implementation of a park master plan
adopted prior to November 2,2021.The Canal Area Master Plan was adopted on March 6,2001,however it does not
include references to creating any van-accessible parking spaces.It is not clear whether renovating the parking lot to
provide ADA parking would be considered maintaining an existing facilty and be allowed by the City Charter;legal
interpretation would be required prior to designing and implementing this project.
Canal Crossing Pedestrian This project would add a new pedestrian bridge that connects the primary trail from Canal Acres Nature Park to the
Bridge Access C ✓western property of River Run Park across Oswego Canal,consistent with the 2001 Canal Area Master Plan.
River Run Park X X
This project would add a new boardwalk trail with wildlife viewing platforms,seating areas,interpretive signs,and other
Wetland Boardwalk Trail Access C stie furnishings through the wetland area of the western River Run Park property,consistent with the 2001 Canal Area ✓ ✓ ✓
Master Plan.
Tualatin River Overlook Access C This project would construct a river overlook and interpretive signage on the western property of River Run Park that will ✓ ✓ ✓
allow visitors to enjoy views up and down the Tualatin River. _
This project would enhance the river access area from the western River Run Park property to improve safety and
Tualatin River Access Area Access C accessibility and reduce erosion.The 2001 Canal Area Master Plan inculdes recommendations for protecting this river ✓
access point.
The scope would be to construct a kayak launch point from the western River Run Park property to increase access to
the Tualatin River and connect to the Tualatin River Water Trail.This project is not included in the 2001 Canal Area
Master Plan;however,it was identified during community engagement,and increasing access to public waters has
NEW!Tualatin River Kayak Access C emerged as a key priority in community conversations. ✓
Launch
Note:City Charter ChapterX does not reference kayak facilities and it is unclear whether that would be considered"any
facility or any structure above ground that would impair or be inconsistent with the natural conditions of a Nature
Preserve";legal interpretation would be required prior to designing and implementing this project.
Park Boundary Fencing Reinvestment C
The scope of this project is to install fencing and plantings along the edges of the park to help buffer the area from
adjacent private residences,consistent with the 2001 Canal Area Master Plan.
This project would add park amenities such as a playground,trails,picnic facilties,seating,and/or a fitness station to this
Southwood Park NEW!Park Improvements Build/Add A existing undeveloped park.Adding these types of park amenities would meet community needs in an identified gap X X X ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
area.In addition,although the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report did not assess this property,
proposed accessibility improvements include adding a curb ramp to provide ADA access to the park.
Consistent with the 2012 Luscher Area Master Plan,this project would improve the existing dirt and mowed grass trails
Trail Improvements Access D to create a network of compacted gravel pedestrian trails.Wayfinding and interpretive signage and site furnishings like ✓ ✓ ✓
benches for resting could also be included in this scope.
In 2019 the City purchased the Stevens Homestead property south of Stevens Meadow with a plan to develop vehicle
access,an accessible parking area,and other trailhead amenities to serve Stevens Meadow.The project design was
completed in 2021,but was postponed when City Charter Chapter X was amended to include Stevens Meadow.The
Stevens Meadow scope of this project would include improvements to the property's vehicle access drive from Child Road,and X X
construction of a parking lot with gravel and paved ADA van-accessible spaces,a restroom building,a picnic shelter,and
NEW!Trailhead Improvements Access D othertrailhead furnishings. ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Note:City Charter ChapterX prohibits the development of parking lots and roads for motorized vehicles as wellas above-
ground strcutures that"would impair or be inconsistent with the natural conditions of a nature preserve;"however it
also states that"The City of Lake Oswego...may provide picnic and sanitary facilities within a Nature Preserve."Further
legal interpretation would be required prior to implementing this project.
This project would require purchasing property adjacent to Sunnyslope Open Space to develop a parking area and
trailhead amenities such as seating,signage,and waste receptacles.The park is currently developed with a mountain
Sunnyslope Open Space NEW!Trailhead Improvements Access D X X X ✓
bike course but does not have any available vehicle parking on site and is primarily accessed via an undeveloped County
roadway.
This project would construct a restroom at Woodmont Park in response to frequent requests for this amenity from park
Woodmont Natural Park NEW!Restroom Build/Add B X X X ✓
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This project will complete the improvements identified in the City's 2021 ADA Transition Plan Facility Assessment Report
Stafford Basin Regional Trail ADA Improvements Access D X X ✓
for the park amenities.See the report for a full list of improvements.
This project will create a new trail connection along the Willamette River in Lake Oswego between George Rogers Park
Willamette River Greenway and Foothills Park via a wide multi-use asphalt pathway.This project has emerged as a high priority for the community
Willamette River Greenway Regional Trail Access B X X ✓
Trail Connection during engagement as part of several planning processes and a design is already in progress with some funding
allocated.
PROPOSED NEW PARKS AND FACILITIES
NEW!Neighborhood Park Build/Add Acquisition,design,and development of new neighborhood park to serve southwest Lake Oswego in the Lake Grove, ✓ I I ✓
Bryant,or Rosewood neighborhoods.
Acquisition and/or design,and development of 4-8 new outdoor pickleball courts to serve city residents.Community
engagement has indicated that courts should ideally be grouped with 4-6 courts per location;however,smaller groups of
NEW!Outdoor Pickleball Courts Build/Add courts may be more feasible.Further study and engagement with the community is needed prior to design to identify ✓ ✓
the appropriate location for this new facility within Lake Oswego's park and recreation system,but a community-scale
park with access to support amenities such as parking,restrooms,and drinking fountains is likely the best fit with this
type of actvity.
Acquisition and/or design and development of a new water play feature to serve the community.A water play feature
such as a splash pad with water and sand play elements has emerged as a community priority during community
engagement,particularly as summers become hotter due to climate change.Further study and engagement with the
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community is needed prior to design to identify the appropriate location for this new facility within Lake Oswego's park
and recreation system,but a community-scale park with access to support amenities such as parking,restrooms,and
drinking fountains is likely the best fit with this type of activity.
This project would construct a sand volleyball in Lake Oswego,which was identified as a need during the community
engagement process.Further study and engagement with the community is needed prior to design to identify the
NEW!Sand Volleyball Court Build/Add appropriate location for this new facility within Lake Oswego's park and recreation system,but a community-scale park ✓ ✓
with access to support amenities such as parking,restrooms,and drinking fountains is likely the best fit with this type of
activity.
Community engagement through Parks&Recreation as well as other City departments has identified the desire for
NEW!Westside Indoor indoor recreation opportunities on the west side of Lake Oswego,though no specific location has been identified to date.
Build/Add Additional study and engagement with the community is needed to determine the scope,scale,and services provided at ✓ ✓ ✓
Community/Recreation Center this facility,but they may include some combination of multipurpose recreation space,a permanent location for the
Teen Center and teen/youth enrichment programs,and library services.
PROPOSED SYSTEMWIDE IMPROVEMENTS
This systemwide project would create new neighborhood trail connections to expand safe connectivity between parks,
NEW!Neighborhood Trail adjacent neighborhoods,and other key destinations.Park connections that address the gap areas identified in the Parks
Connections Access Needs Assessment should be prioritized such as:Iron Mountain Park,West Waluga Park,East Waluga Park,Southwood ✓
Park,Westlake Park,and Pilkington Park. _
NEW!Systemwide Drinking Reinvestment This systemwide project would replace existing aging drinking fountains with newer models that are more accessible and ✓
Fountain Replacement energy efficient.
NEW!Systemwide Signage This systemwide project would implement the Department's signage manual,which was approved in 2022.This project
Manual Implementation Reinvestment would add new signage and replace existing outdated signage in parks and natural areas and at recreation facilities ✓
throughout the city.
NEW!Systemwide Bollard Reinvestment Replace old bollards along trails and in parks. ✓
Replacement