LUT Weekly Update

11/23/16

The Department of Land Use & Transportation

Weekly Update

The Department of Land Use & Transportation offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, in observance of Thanksgiving.

Safety improvement projects recommended for FY 2017-18


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Eight road safety improvement projects were recommended for funding in FY 2017-18 by the Urban Road Maintenance District Advisory Committee (URMDAC) during its Nov. 16 meeting.

The projects, which will improve pedestrian safety on County roads eligible for the URMD Safety Improvement program, are:

143rd Avenue from Melody to house #2000 - sidewalk on east side (CPO 1).
175th Avenue from Kinnaman to Chris - sidewalk on east side (CPO 6).
214th Avenue from TV Hwy to Johnson - paved pathway on east side(CPO 6).
Alexander Street from 198th to 209th - sidewalk on south side (CPO 6).
Johnson Street from Jasmine to house - paved pathway on south side #2725 (CPO 6).
Johnson Street from 214th to house #21415 - sidewalk on north side (CPO 6).
Taylors Ferry Road from 78th to Washington - paved pathway on north side (CPO 3/4M).
Thompson Road from Knollview to 114th - paved pathway on south side (CPO 1).

URMDAC selected the projects unanimously from 23 top safety improvement candidates following a public comment period. Media release

Countywide

Traffic safety

Drive safely this holiday weekend

This Thanksgiving weekend will see one of the highest volumes of traffic in over a decade, according to AAA Oregon/Idaho. As with other holiday weekends, state and local police are urging motorists to plan ahead and expect both heavy traffic and possibly poor driving conditions. The forecast includes rain at lower elevations and snow in the mountain passes. While driving in rain, remember to increase your following distances due to decreased traction. Take your time driving. Know the road conditions before traveling.

Countywide

Open House

Input sought in Transportation Futures Study online open house

Those who live, work and play in Washington County are asked to join the conversation about the future of transportation during the Washington County Transportation Futures Study Online Open House though Dec. 2.

The open house shares the study results and provides an opportunity for the public to comment. Specifically, the study team is looking for public input on what should be studied further and how to prioritize funding and investment areas. Comments received will help the County identify potential future transportation strategies and investments. Washington County Transportation Futures Study Online Open House.

Countywide

Save the date

Aloha Tomorrow topic of Aloha Business Association meeting

Property and business owners are invited to attend the Aloha Business Association meeting from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Peppermill Restaurant, 17455 SW Farmington Road, to learn about the Aloha Tomorrow project.

Washington County Department of Land Use & Transportation staff will discuss how the project may generate business-related opportunities and challenges.

For more information, visit the Aloha Tomorrow webpage.

CPO 6; District 1

Road News

Current roadwork and closures

Visit www.wc-roads.com for the latest road information, including capital road construction, upcoming road maintenance work and weekend events that may impact traffic in Washington County. All paving work is weather-dependent and schedules may be adjusted due to changes in the weather or for other unforeseen circumstances.

Scotch Church Road will be closed at Jackson School Road through Feb. 18, 2017, for the construction of a roundabout at Jackson School, Scotch Church and Meek roads The Meek Road closure at Jackson School Road will continue through Jan. 31. Traffic is being detoured to Sewell Road, Evergreen Drive and Jackson School Road. Media release
Construction on Fischer Road, between SW 131st Avenue and Highway 99W, will occur 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays starting Dec. 5. Flaggers will direct traffic through lane closures. Media release

E-subscriptions available

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Neighborhood Meetings for Proposed Developments:

NOTE: This information is provided here as a courtesy only. Neighborhood meetings are required before developers submit certain land use applications to the County (for areas outside cities). These meetings provide a forum for the developer, affected CPO (Community Participation Organization), and nearby property owners to discuss the proposal informally. County staff do not schedule or attend these meetings. Mandatory Neighborhood Meeting & Mailings Requirements.

Nov. 30 - Proposed 14-lot subdivision

At 6 p.m. at Garden Home Recreational Center, 7475 SW Oleson Road. The property is 3.44 acres in the R-5 District (Residential, 4-5 units per acre) and is located on tax lots #1S114DD00100, #1S114DD00102 and #1S114DD00105. Contact Kenneth Sandblast, Westlake Consultants Inc., 503-684-0652.

CPO 3; District 2

Nov. 30 - Proposed modification of Touchmark Heights

At 6:30 p.m. at Cedar Hills Recreation Center, 11640 SW Park Way. The property is about 77 acres in the R-5, R-9 and R-15 districts (Residential, 4-5 units per acre, 7-9 units per acre and 12-15 units per acre, respectively) and is bordered by SW Miller Road on the east and SW Barnes Road on the south (see map at right).

The proposal calls for relocation of an approved eight-story residential building for future development; construction of a vineyard clubhouse and accessory buildings; and modifications to single-family lots, four-plex units and an independent-living facility. Contact Li Alligood, OTAK at 503-684-0652 or [email protected].

CPO 1; District 2

Dec. 5 - Proposed comprehensive plan amendment for self-storage facility

At 6:30 p.m. at Edwards Center Community Room, 4375 SW Edwards Place. The property is 3.41 acres in the Neighborhood Commercial District and is located at 19730 SW Shaw St. The proposal calls for amending the land use to Industrial for development of a self-storage facility. Contact Andrew Tull, 3J Consulting Inc., 503-946-9365 or [email protected].

CPO 3; District 1

Dec. 6 - 13 single-family attached units

At 7 p.m. at Devonshire Manor Apartments, 18150 SW Rosa Road. The property is 0.87 acre in the R-15 District (Residential, 12-15 units per acre) and is located at 18295 SW Farmington Road. Contact Lonnie Young, Timber Creek Custom Homes Inc., 503-708-1251 or [email protected].

CPO 6; District 1

Dec. 7 - Proposed Master Plan for renovation of Somerset West Park

At 6 p.m. at Westview High School Room N115, 4220 NW 185th Ave. The property is 6.15 acres in the INST District (Institutional) and is located on tax lot #1N130BC00200. Contact Nicole Paulsen, Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District, 503-629-6305 or [email protected].

CPO 7; District 2

Dec. 7 - Proposed emergency communications facility

At 7 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, 25425 SW 95th Ave. The property is 1 acre in the EFU District (Exclusive Farm Use) and is located on tax lot # 3S1010000502 . Contact Allen R. Greene, Clackamas 800 Radio Group, 503-866-5111 or [email protected].

CPO 5; District 3

Dec. 13 - Proposed 8-lot subdivision

At 6 p.m. at Leedy Grange Hall, 835 NW Saltzman Road. The property is about 5 acres in the R-6 District (Residential, 5-6 units per acre) and is located 1950 NW 102nd Ave. Contact Gail and Paul Parker, 866-693-0557.

CPO 1; District 2