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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 03 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive PlanAGENDA ITEM SUMMARY Meeting Date: 11/4/2013 Meeting Type: Regular Meeting Staff Contact/Dept.: Mark Metzger/DPW Staff Phone No: 541-726-3775 Estimated Time: 5 Minutes S P R I N G F I E L D C I T Y C O U N C I L Council Goals: Mandate ITEM TITLE: 2012 WILLAMALANE PARK AND RECREATION COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ACTION REQUESTED: Conduct a second reading and adopt AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2012 WILLAMALANE PARK AND RECREATION COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AS A REFINEMENT PLAN OF THE EUGENE-SPRINGFIELD METROPOLITAN AREA GENERAL PLAN (METRO PLAN) FOR APPLICATION WITHIN THE AREA OF PLANNING JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD AND ADOPTING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE ISSUE STATEMENT: The City of Springfield relies on Willamalane Park and Recreation District for park and recreation planning under Statewide Planning Goal 8—Recreational Needs. The 2004 Willamalane Comprehensive Plan is a refinement plan of the Metro Plan. The 2012 Plan is intended to update and replace the 2004 Willamalane Comprehensive Plan. This proposal is being processed as a refinement plan amendment. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1: Staff Report Attachment 2: 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan Attachment 3: Comprehensive Plan Appendices (Community Needs Assessment) Attachment 4: Planning Commission Recommendation Attachment 5: Adopting Ordinance DISCUSSION: The Council conducted a public hearing on October 17, 2013. No testimony was received in opposition to the proposed plan. The Planning Commission reviewed the proposed 2012 Willamalane Comprehensive Plan on July 16, 2013, voting unanimously to recommend Council approval of the plan. The Commission recommendation is enclosed as Attachment 4. Staff has evaluated the proposed 2012 Plan against the approval criteria for refinement plan amendments found in Section 5.6-115 of the Springfield Development Code. The attached staff report (Attachment 1) contains findings which provided the Planning Commission a substantive base for recommending Council approval of the Plan. 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 1 Staff Report Refinement Plan Amendment- Type IV 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan Project Name: 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan Project Proposal: To adopt the 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan (2012 Plan) which amends the 2004 Comprehensive Plan. The 2012 Plan includes a new Community Needs Assessment and makes extensive changes to the “Strategies and Actions” and the “Capital Improvement Program” sections of the 2004 Plan. Case Number: TYP413-00003 Application Submitted Date: June 4, 2013 DLCD Notification Date: June 4, 2013 Referral Notice to the City of Eugene: June 4, 2013 Joint Springfield and Lane County Planning Commission Hearing: July 16, 2013 Joint City Council and Board of County Commissioners Hearing: October 17, 2013 I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In 2004 the City Council and Lane County Board of Commissioners adopted the Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan (2004 Plan). The 2004 Plan is a refinement plan of the Eugene- Springfield Metropolitan General Plan (Metro Plan). It details the park and recreation needs of the greater Springfield community and describes programs and facilities that Willamalane has developed or is developing to meet those needs. Like other planning documents, the 2004 Plan is intended to be periodically updated. These updates and the revisions they contain are processed as refinement plan amendments. This proposal is to update the 2004 Plan by adoption of the Willamalane 2012 Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan (2012 Plan). Planning for the 2012 Plan started in June 2010 with the initiation of a new Community Needs Assessment (CNA). The CNA was used as the basis for crafting the first draft of the 2012 Plan. Through the month of September 2012, Willamalane presented the draft 2012 Plan to the Springfield Planning Commission, the Springfield City Council, the Lane County Planning Commission and the Lane County Board of Commissioners for review and comment. The 2012 Plan was also presented to the Springfield School District and to the general public for comment. Attachment 1, Page 1 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 2 After gathering input from the community, Willamalane staff finalized its revisions to the 2012 Plan and presented these to the Willamalane Park and Recreation District Board of Directors for adoption. The 2012 Plan was formally adopted on October 10, 2012 by the Willamalane Board. The 2012 Plan includes updates to each element of the 2004 Plan, but perhaps most significant are the changes to the Strategies and Actions and Capital Improvement Program sections. These changes include: • The removal of certain projects (mainly those that have been completed since 2004) •The addition of projects (primarily based on the Community Needs Assessment findings, but also from city refinement plans, district site master plans and new opportunities) • The revision of existing projects (from a variety of input) Section 5.6-115 of the Springfield Development Code (SDC) provides the criteria for approving refinement plan amendments. The section states: “In reaching a decision on these actions [Refinement Plan Amendments], the Planning Commission and the City Council shall adopt findings which demonstrate conformance to the following: A. The Metro Plan; B. Applicable State statutes; and C. Applicable Statewide Planning Goals and Administrative Rules.” Staff has evaluated the proposed 2012 Plan and has prepared a report that contains findings which address the requisite approval criteria described above. These findings provide a basis for concluding that the adoption of the Willamalane 2012 Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan to replace the 2004 Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, meets the approval criteria found in SDC Section 5.6-115. II. BACKGROUND In 2004 the City Council and Lane County Board of Commissioners adopted the Willamalane 2004 Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan (2004 Plan). The 2004 Plan is a refinement plan of the Eugene- Springfield Metropolitan General Plan (Metro Plan) that details the park and recreation needs of the greater Springfield area and describes programs and facilities that the District proposed to develop to meet those needs. In the past eight years, Willamalane has worked to implement the 2004 Plan's strategies and actions. Highlights of these efforts include: • Renovation of the EWEB bike path • A large playground, picnic area and dog park at Lively Park • A new community recreation center (Willamalane Center) to replace the Memorial Building • Three new neighborhood parks (Rob Adams, Jasper Meadows and Volunteer) • A sports park with artificial turf soccer fields • A new playground at Willamalane Park • A new walking and bicycle path along the Middle Fork of the Willamette River (under construction) Attachment 1, Page 2 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 3 The 2004 Plan, like other Metro Plan documents, is intended to be periodically updated. Since its adoption, the Springfield area has experienced significant changes, and Willamalane has developed the 2012 Plan better meet the needs and desires of the community. Chapter 1 of the 2012 Plan summarizes the process steps used in its preparation and review. The Planning Process The planning process included three phases (Figure 1): • Determining needs; • Developing the plan; and • Adopting the plan. Figure 1: Comprehensive Planning Process (2012 Plan pg. 2) Phase I: Determining the Needs Willamalane conducted and completed the Community Needs Assessment (CNA) portion of the Comprehensive Plan update between June 2010 and March 2011. The CNA was presented to the Springfield Planning Commission for review and discussion on June 7, 2011. The City Council and Lane County Board of Commissioners reviewed the assessment on June 13, 2011 and June 22, 2011 respectively. The CNA identified what the community needs and wants in terms of parks, natural areas, recreation facilities and programs. The report synthesized the results of: • Community involvement activities • Park and facility analysis • Recreation services analysis • Management and operations analysis. The web link below opens the Community Needs Assessment document which is contained in Appendix A to the Comprehensive Plan. Download the Comprehensive Plan Appendices Attachment 1, Page 3 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 4 Phase II: Developing the Plan In the second phase of the planning process, strategies and actions were developed for acquiring, developing, improving and managing parks, natural areas, walking and biking trails, recreation facilities, and program opportunities in Willamalane’s planning area over the next 20 years. These strategies and actions are based on Community Needs Assessment results, the 2004 Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan implementation, and additional public input from a variety of stakeholders, including Willamalane staff and Board of Directors, City of Springfield, Lane County and Springfield Public Schools. A Capital Improvement Plan was then developed by prioritizing the proposed capital improvement projects. Two 10-year funded phases and a third unfunded project list are proposed, as well as cost estimates and a financing strategy. Staff then analyzed the potential operational costs of implementing the capital projects identified in the Capital Improvement Plan. After a public open house to review draft recommendations and priorities, as well as additional input opportunities at Springfield SummerFair, the Draft 2012 Plan was developed for committee, staff and community review. Phase III: Adopting the Plan Community Review and Comment On June 14, 2012, Willamalane held an open house for the public to review the work to date on the Draft 2012 Plan. Approximately 100 people attended, and 64 questionnaires were completed. The Willamalane Board of Directors reviewed the Draft 2012 Plan on July 25, 2012. Staff received additional input from project partners and the City of Springfield and Lane County in September 2012 and made final changes to the plan. Formal Adoption The Willamalane Board of Directors formally adopted the 2012 Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan on Oct. 10, 2012. It is now proposed for adoption as a Refinement Plan to the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area General Plan by City of Springfield and Lane County. The web link below opens the 2012 Plan Download the 2012 Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan III. FINDINGS Procedural Requirements The Metro Plan describes itself as a framework plan that is intended to be supplemented by more detailed refinement plans, programs, and policies. (Metro Plan pg. I-6) Refinements to the Metro Plan can include: (a) city-wide comprehensive policy documents, such as the 1984 Eugene Community Goals and Policies; (b) functional plans and policies addressing single subjects throughout the area, such as the 2001 Eugene-Springfield Public Facilities and Services Plan (Public Attachment 1, Page 4 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 5 Facilities and Services Plan) and 2001 TransPlan; and (c) neighborhood plans or special area studies that address those issues that are unique to a specific geographical area (Metro Plan pg. I-6). The 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan is a single subject plan that is a type of refinement of the Metro Plan. The procedural requirements for adopting a refinement plan are described in SDC Sections 5.6-100 and 5.1-140. Section 5.6-105 of the Springfield Development Code (SDC) indicates that the Planning Director, Planning Commission, City Council or a resident of the City can initiate adoption proceedings. Such refinement plans are reviewed under a “Type IV” procedure (Section 5.6-110) and require public hearings before the Planning Commission and the City Council. Type IV procedures are detailed in Section 5.1-140 of the SDC. The proposed refinement plan adoption was initiated by the Director on June 4, 2013. SDC Section 5.2-110 (B) requires that legislative land use decisions be advertised in a newspaper of general circulation, providing information about the legislative action and the time, place and location of the hearing. The Director shall also mail notice to the Department of Land Conservation and Development as specified in OAR 660-18-0020. Findings: #1. The City of Springfield initiated adoption proceedings on June 4, 2013 for the 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is not site- specific and falls under the definition of a legislative action. #2. A “DLCD Notice Proposed Amendment” was e-mailed with mailed copies following to the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) on June 4, 2013 alerting the agency to the City’s intent to amend SDC Section 4.3-145. The notice was mailed more than 35 days in advance of the first evidentiary hearing as required by ORS 197.610 (1). #3. Notice of the public hearing concerning this matter was published on Monday, June 24, 2013 in the Eugene Register Guard, advertising a joint hearing before the Springfield and Lane County Planning Commissions on July 16, 2013. A second publication was made on September 26, 2013, announcing a hearing before the Springfield City Council and the Lane County Board of Commissioners on October 17, 2013. The content of the notices followed the direction given in Section 5.2-115 of the SDC for legislative actions. #4. ORS 197.047(4) requires the local government to mail a notice to every landowner whose property would be “rezoned” as a result of an amendment to planning policies that would limit or prohibit land uses previously allowed in the affected zone. No properties will be rezoned by the proposed adoption of the Comprehensive Plan. Attachment 1, Page 5 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 6 #5. The 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan does not change the allowed uses on properties within Springfield’s planning jurisdiction. Mailed notice to landowners is therefore not required under the provisions of ORS 197.047(4). #6. On July 16, 2013, the Planning Commissions for the City of Springfield and Lane County conducted a joint public hearing concerning the proposed 2012 Comprehensive Plan. No testimony was offered in opposition to the Plan. The Springfield Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend Council of the Plan. CRITERIA OF APPROVAL The 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan (Comp Plan) is a refinement plan of the Metro Plan. SDC Section 5.6-115 lists the criteria to be used in reaching a decision to adopt or amend refinement plans. The Lane County Board of Commissioners and the Springfield City Council shall each adopt findings that demonstrate conformance to the following: (1) The Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area General Plan (Metro Plan) (2) Applicable State statutes (3) Applicable State-wide Planning Goals and Administrative Rules. CRITERION #1: CONFORMANCE WITH THE METRO PLAN Relevant findings and policies from the Metro Plan are summarized in italics, followed by findings of fact in normal text. The 2012 Plan meets the criteria as a Refinement Plan to the Metro Plan as follows: Metro Plan Diagram/Land Use Designations #7. The Metro Plan designation “Public and Semi-Public” includes a subcategory “Parks and Open Space." The Parks and Open Space designation is the one relevant land use designation related to the 2012 Plan: “This designation includes existing publicly owned metropolitan and regional-scale parks and publicly and privately owned golf courses and cemeteries in recognition of their role as visual open space.” “In addition to those not shown at a neighborhood scale but automatically included in the gross allocation of residential acres, there is a need for public facilities and open space at a non-local level, such as regional/metropolitan parks. Several are shown on the Metro Plan Diagram.” (pg. II-G-9) #8. Willamalane’s existing, metropolitan-scale parks appear on the Metro Plan Diagram with the Parks and Open Space land use designation. These include Island Park, Willamalane Park, and Lively Park1 (classified as community parks in the Refinement Plan); Dorris Ranch (special 1 The majority of Lively Park is designated Parks and Open Space. The northern portion is outside the urban growth boundary and designated Agriculture. The Agriculture designation is appropriate for this Attachment 1, Page 6 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 7 use park); Eastgate Woodlands (natural area park); and three sports parks, Guy Lee Park, Bob Artz Park, and the Willamalane Sports Park at 32nd and Main Streets. Other existing, non- metropolitan-scale parks do not consistently appear on the Plan Diagram because they function at the neighborhood level, as the Metro Plan notes above. #9. The 2012 Plan’s proposed new parks, facilities, and trails that are not already in public ownership (see Maps 2-2 and 2-3 on pgs. 33 and 37 of the 2012 Plan) do not appear on the Metro Plan Diagram, because the 2012 Plan does not intend to be specific as to their locations. (The 2012 Plan maps depict only their approximate locations). If, in the future, Willamalane develops metropolitan-scale parks or facilities on property with land use designations not consistent with park use, plan amendment applications will be submitted for land use designation changes at that time, as has been done in the past (most recently with the 32nd Street Community Sports Park). Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Metro Plan Diagram and land use designations. A. Residential Land Use and Housing Element This element addresses the housing needs of current and future residents of the metropolitan area. Relevant findings from the Metro Plan listed on page III-A-2 and following include: Metro Plan Finding 4: There is sufficient buildable residential land within the existing UGB to meet the future housing needs of the projected population … Metro Plan Finding 5: Undeveloped residential land is considered unbuildable and removed from the supply if it is within … the floodway, wetlands larger than 0.25 acres in Springfield or buffers around Class A and B streams and ponds … Development potential is reduced in Springfield on floodplain areas … Metro Plan Finding 8: In the aggregate, non-residential land uses consume approximately 32 percent of buildable residential land. These non-residential uses include churches, day care centers, parks, streets, schools, and neighborhood commercial. Relevant policies include: Policy A.3: Provide an adequate supply of buildable residential land within the UGB for the 20-year planning period at the time of Periodic Review. (III-A-5) #10. Springfield recently assessed its future need for residential land through the year 2030. According to the Springfield Residential Land and Housing Needs Analysis, prepared by ECONorthwest, Springfield has a 378 surplus of Low Density Residential land and a 76 acre portion of the park because it is currently an unimproved area, and because any future improvements to this area would be those allowable under the Agriculture designation, subject to special use permit from Lane County. Attachment 1, Page 7 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 8 surplus of Medium Density Residential land. The study showed that Springfield has a 28 acre shortfall of High Density Residential land2. #11. The ECONorthwest study also calculated the anticipated need for land designated Parks and Open space through 2030 as part of its analysis. The analysis concluded that there is a 300 acre deficit of land designated Parks and Open Space. This need does not imply that the City should expand the UGB for parks and open space. Statewide Planning Goal 8 allows cities and park districts to acquire land for park uses outside of urban growth boundaries and portions of the parkland need can be met on existing residential lands within the UGB without creating an additional deficit (with the exception of the HDR plan designation which already shows a land deficit)3. Table S-5 from the ECONorthwest analysis summarizes its land needs analysis. #12. Appendix A to the 2012 Plan includes an estimate of the needed acreage for park and recreation through the year 2030. One of the key findings in the Community Needs Assessment states: “The proposed overall level of service standard for parkland is 14 acres per 1,000 residents. This is the same standard that was used in the 2002 Community Needs Assessment. Based on this standard, 160 additional acres of parkland are currently needed. By 2030, 364 additional acres will be needed.”4 Conclusion: The projected deficit of 300 acres (ECONorthwest) or 364 acres (Appendix A, pg. 86 of the 2012 Plan) falls within the estimated surplus of buildable land remaining for residential use in Springfield by 2030. Therefore, the 2012 Plan is consistent with the Residential Land Use and Housing element of the Metro Plan. 2 Springfield Residential Land and Housing Needs Analysis, ECONorthwest, January 2011, pg.iv. 3 Springfield Residential Land and Housing Needs Analysis, ECONorthwest, January 2011, pg.iv. 4 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, October 2012, Appendix A, page 86. Attachment 1, Page 8 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 9 B. Economic Element The focus of this Metro Plan element is on broadening, improving, and diversifying the metropolitan economy while maintaining or enhancing the environment (III-B-3). A relevant policy includes: Policy 3: Encourage local residents to develop job skills and other educational attributes that will enable them to fill existing job opportunities. (III-B-4) #13. One of the goals of the 2012 Plan is to “support community economic development.” The 2012 Plan describes this goal by stating: “Community health and vitality are essential to attract and retain employees and businesses and to fuel the local economy. Diverse cultural and recreational opportunities appeal to employers and employees. Willamalane Park and Recreation District will provide attractive parks, facilities and programs to enhance quality of life in Springfield5.” #14. The 2012 Plan as a whole embodies Willamalane’s strategies for building cultural and recreational opportunities and the facilities needed to implement its stated goal of supporting community economic development. These strategies for community and focus on collaboration with the City and other partner agencies. The Planning and Development Strategies listed on pg. 73 of the 2012 Plan illustrate this collaboration. Strategy F8 in particular summarizes Willamalane’s commitment to community development: “F8. Continue collaboration with the city and other agencies in implementing community- wide objectives, such as downtown and Glenwood redevelopment, planning for new development, neighborhood refinement planning, and citywide planning for tourism, open space, wetlands, stormwater, trails and bikeways, and other efforts focused on improving quality of life.”6 Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Economic Element of the Metro Plan. C. Environmental Resources Element The Environmental Resources Element addresses the natural assets and hazards in the metropolitan area. There is significant correlation between the first two goals of this Metro Plan element and the Comp Plan: Goals 5 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, October 2012, pg. 11 6 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, October 2012, pg. 73 Attachment 1, Page 9 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 10 1. Protect valuable natural resources and encourage their wise management, use, and proper reuse. 2. Maintain a variety of open spaces within and on the fringe of the developing area. (III-C-2) The following Metro Plan policies relate to 2012 Plan goals, objectives, and strategies: Policy C.5: Metropolitan goals relating to scenic quality … open space, and recreational potential shall be given a higher priority than timber harvest within the urban growth boundary. (III-C-5) Policy C.21: When planning for and regulating development, local governments shall consider the need for protection of open spaces, including those characterized by significant vegetation and wildlife. (III-C-12) #15. Willamalane presently manages approximately 783 acres of land in 37 parks and three undeveloped properties, including two parks classified as Natural Area Parks. “Environment” and “Stewardship” are two of Willamalane’s Core Values (2012 Plan p. 8); the environment core value is elaborated on in the text: “Preserve the natural environment Our community looks to us to be the stewards of our present and future natural resources. Willamalane will provide leadership in conserving these resources, and look for new and better ways to be environmentally responsible. Willamalane will provide parks and natural areas that offer close-to-home access to recreational opportunities, while preserving and enhancing important natural resources.” (2012 Plan pg. 11) #16. Four of the strategies in the General Parks and Natural-Area Parks Strategies section of the 2012 Plan support the goals and policies found in the Environmental Resources Element of the Metro Plan: “A7. Work with interested parties to acquire and preserve natural areas for future generations.” (2012 Plan pg. 27) “A39. Acquire and develop a system of natural-area parks that protects, conserves and enhances elements of the natural and historic landscape that give the region its unique sense of place.” (2012 Plan pg. 39) “A40. Develop comprehensive natural resource management plans for natural areas as a basis for making acquisition, development and restoration decisions.” (2012 Plan pg. 39) “A41. Provide opportunities for nature-based recreation, such as wildlife viewing, fishing, hiking, bicycling, nature play, etc.” (2012 Plan pg. 39) A42. Protect and enhance a variety of habitat types within Willamalane’s park and open space system, including upland and wildlife communities such as oak savanna, wetlands, upland prairie and riparian forest.” (2012 Plan pg. 39) Attachment 1, Page 10 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 11 Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Environmental Resources Element of the Metro Plan. (For further substantiation please see the section in this report on Goal 5 -- Open Spaces, Scenic and Historic Areas, and Natural Resources) D. Willamette River Greenway, River Corridors, and Waterway Element The goal of this element is to protect, conserve, and enhance the natural, scenic, environmental and economic qualities of river and waterway corridors (III-D-3). Relevant policies from this element include: Policy D.2: Land use regulations and acquisition programs along river corridors and waterways shall take into account all the concerns and needs of the community, including recreation … (III-D-4) Policy D.3: Eugene, Springfield, and Lane County shall continue to cooperate in expanding water- related parks and other facilities, where appropriate, that allow access to and enjoyment of river and waterway corridors. (III-D-4) Policy D.4: …Springfield’s efforts to improve the scenic quality of its Millrace should be encouraged. (III-D-4) Policy D.8: Within the framework of mandatory statewide planning goals, local Willamette River Greenway plans shall allow a variety of means for public enjoyment of the river, including public acquisition areas … (III-D-5) Policy D.9: Local and state governments shall continue to provide adequate public access to the Willamette River Greenway. (III-D-5) #17. The Community Needs Assessment revealed the Springfield residents love their rivers. When asked what types of outdoor recreation features are most needed in Willamalane’s parks, riverfront access points tied for first. Many of Willamalane’s riverfront park facilities and access points are along the Willamette River or include tributaries to the Willamette. #18. The following projects and actions contained in the 2012 Plan support the goals and policies found in the Metro Plan for the Willamette Greenway. These actions include: “Action 5.4, Clearwater Park Master Plan Implementation: Over the planning period, Willamalane will implement the improvements identified in the Draft Clearwater Park Master Plan. Clearwater Park is located on the Middle Fork of the Willamette River, and has been undergoing significant changes in the last few years, including development of the new inlet for the Springfield Mill Race, and a new boat landing. Additional improvements identified in the master plan include an accessible fishing pier, archery range, disc golf course, nature play area, additional waterfront trails, and native plant demonstration garden. While most of the improvements are not directly water-related, they will improve the value and use of this large riverfront park.” (2012 Plan pg. 17) Attachment 1, Page 11 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 12 “Action 4.11, McKenzie River Connector: Willamalane will work with the city on development of a multiuse path from the existing McKenzie Levee Path to 52nd Street, between Hwy 126 and the McKenzie River. This project was previously identified in TransPlan and Willamalane’s 2004 Comprehensive Plan. It is a critical east-west connection north of Main Street for bicyclists, and would open up access to the McKenzie River—much of which is hidden behind fences, or only visible from speeding vehicles.” (2012 Plan pg. 17) “Actions 4.16, 4.17, 4.18, Mill Race Path: These three actions combined would build the Mill Race Path from the future Booth-Kelly Mill Pond Park in downtown Springfield, to its connection with the Middle Fork Path in Georgia-Pacific Park. Together with the Middle Fork Path and the on-street bikes lanes on South Second Street, Mill Race Path development would make an 8-mile loop, the majority along a waterway. The Mill Race Ecosystem Restoration Project has improved the habitat in and along the Mill Race, and the Mill Race Path will open up this resource to Springfield residents and regional visitors alike, who until then will only have minimal access to this historic waterway.” (2012 Plan pg. 17) #19. In addition, the following actions have relevance to Metro Plan policies related to the Willamette Greenway: “A45. Protect riparian areas and floodplains along creeks and rivers within Willamalane’s park and open space system.” (2012 Plan pg. 39) “A48. Orient riverfront parks to the rivers and their natural resource values; support water- related recreation activities where appropriate.” (2012 Plan pg. 39) Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Willamette River Greenway, River Corridors, and Waterway Element of the Metro Plan. E. Environmental Design Element The Goals of the Environmental Design Element are to: 1. Secure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment which is satisfying to the mind and senses. 2. Encourage the development of the natural, social, and economic environment in a manner that is harmonious with our natural setting and maintains and enhances our quality of life. 3. Create and preserve desirable and distinctive qualities in local and neighborhood areas. (III-E-1) Relevant Metro Plan policies include: Policy 1: In order to promote the greatest possible degree of diversity, a broad variety of commercial, residential, and recreational land uses shall be encouraged when consistent with other planning policies. Attachment 1, Page 12 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 13 Policy 4: Public and private facilities shall be designed and located in a manner that preserves and enhances desirable features of local and neighborhood areas and promotes their sense of identity. Policy 5: Carefully develop sites that provide visual diversity to the urban area and optimize their visual and personal accessibility to residents. (III-E-3) #20. The Environmental Design Element of the Metro Plan sets broad goals and policies for the desired quality of life in the Metro area. Many of these goals and strategies hinge on the collaboration and planning of private and public entities. In the context of the parks and recreation, the following strategies from the 2012 Plan’s Planning and Development Strategies section have relevance: “F7. Emphasize coordination with TEAM Springfield and other agency partners when developing new public resources, such as parks, schools and public spaces.” (2012 Plan pg. 73) “F8. Continue collaboration with the city and other agencies in implementing communitywide objectives, such as downtown and Glenwood redevelopment, planning for new development, neighborhood refinement planning, and citywide planning for tourism, open space, wetlands, stormwater, trails and bikeways, and other efforts focused on improving quality of life.” (2012 Plan pg. 73) “F10. Work with the city to assure Willamalane’s compliance with applicable statewide planning goals.” (2012 Plan pg. 73) “F14. Design future parks and community facilities to minimize their impacts on adjacent development, including impacts of noise, traffic and lights.” (2012 Plan pg. 73) “F15. Coordinate location and site design of parks and recreation facilities with schools, fire stations, libraries and other public facilities where possible to effectively and efficiently provide service.” (2012 Plan pg. 74) “F16. Balance long-term, communitywide interest with the interests of neighborhoods and individuals when planning the district’s park, recreation and open space system.” (2012 Plan pg. 74) “F20. Continue to involve the public in planning and design of parks and facilities.” (2012 Plan pg. 74) Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Environmental Design Element of the Metro Plan. F. Transportation Element The Transportation Element addresses surface and air transportation in the metropolitan area. “TransPlan, the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area Transportation Plan, provides the basis for the surface transportation portions of this element …” (III-F-1). The first goal of the Transportation Element is to: Attachment 1, Page 13 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 14 Provide an integrated transportation and land use system that supports choices in modes of travel and development patterns that will reduce reliance on the automobile and enhance livability, economic opportunity, and the quality of life. (III-F-1) The components of the Transportation Element that are most relevant to the 2012 Plan are the sections on bicycle and pedestrian system improvements, such as: Policy F.4: Require improvements that encourage transit, bicycles, and pedestrians in new commercial, public, mixed use, and multi-unit residential development. (III-F-5) Policy F.26: Provide for a pedestrian environment that is well integrated with adjacent land uses and is designed to enhance the safety, comfort, and convenience of walking. (III-F-11) #21. Significant effort was made in the 2012 Plan to be consistent with the bicycle and pedestrian projects in TransPlan. On Map 7 of the 2012 Plan Appendix A, pg. 60 (Existing and Planned Multiuse Paths and Bikeways), planned projects are those that appear in TransPlan. All TransPlan off-street bicycle and pedestrian projects within the Willamalane planning area appear as actions in the 2012 Plan in Table 4 (2012 Plan pg. 45-48). Relevant strategies in the 2012 Plan include: “A9. Look for opportunities to improve bicycle/pedestrian, vehicular and visual access at existing parks in order to improve park safety, recreation utility and connectivity to the surrounding neighborhood.” (2012 Plan pg. 27) “A60. Work with partner agencies to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety, especially on streets that connect to paths, parks and recreation facilities.” (2012 Plan pg. 45) “F12. Work with Lane Transit District to provide convenient transit access to existing and future district parks and recreation facilities.” (2012 Plan pg.73) “F11. Work with appropriate agencies to integrate Willamalane’s pedestrian and bicycle network with other city, metropolitan, and regional plans.” (2012 Plan pg. 73) #22. Shown below are actions from Table 4 (page 48) of the 2012 Plan that are relevant to the Transportation Element (numbers in brackets refer to the TransPlan project number): Action 4.3a EWEB Bike Path Extension [731] Action 4.5 Lyle Hatfield Path [759] Action 4.16 Lower Millrace Path [840] Action 4.17 Mill Race Connector Path [859] Action 4.19 Middle Fork Willamette Path [21] Conclusion: The 2012 is consistent with the Transportation Element of the Metro Plan. Attachment 1, Page 14 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 15 G. Public Facilities and Services Element This element provides direction for the future provision of urban facilities and services to planned land uses within the Metro Plan boundary. Parks and recreation facilities and services are among those discussed in the Element’s introductory section, but they are addressed more directly in the Parks and Recreation Facilities Element. The one area of correlation in the Public Facilities and Services Element relates to joint school/park use: Metro Plan Finding 33: Combining educational facilities with local park and recreation facilities provides financial benefits to the schools while enhancing benefits to the community. (III-G-10) Metro Plan Policy G.22 d: The use of school facilities for non-school activities and appropriate reimbursement for this use. (III-G-11) #23. School District/Willamalane coordination is a key element in the 2012 Plan. The “Highlights of Improvements—Collaboration” section of the 2012 Plan (pg. 14) expresses the importance of Willamalane’s collaboration with other Springfield agencies. The following quotation from that section describes the relationship between the park District and the School District: “Willamalane proposes to expand and strengthen this partnership through a number of strategies and actions. One strategy is to expand the number of school/park projects in order to help meet Springfield’s neighborhood park needs. This collaboration may vary widely, depending on mutual benefit and individual site constraints and opportunities. Possibilities range from joint use to shared maintenance and coordinated master planning, such as at Douglas Gardens school/park, Page school/park, and Maple Elementary. In addition to existing school sites, this plan proposes jointly developing and co-locating a school and neighborhood park to meet the educational needs of students and maximize recreational opportunities in the growing Jasper-Natron area (Action 1.18, Jasper-Natron School/Park). By working collaboratively, SPS and Willamalane will expand the quality and quantity of recreation opportunities available, while minimizing costly land acquisition.” (2012 Plan pg. 14) #24. The following actions specified in the 2012 Plan further reinforce Willamalane’s commitment to collaboration with the School District. “A.15: Work with School District 19 when siting and developing future parks and schools to create school/park facilities best suited to meet the community’s needs, where consistent with the goals and standards of this Plan.” (2012 Plan pg.27) “A23. Work with Springfield Public Schools to create school/park complexes where parks abut schools and to optimize the use of other school sites, or former school sites, for public recreation, especially in areas that are underserved by neighborhood parks.” (2012 Plan pg.28) Attachment 1, Page 15 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 16 #25. Table 1: Neighborhood Park Actions (2012 Plan pgs. 29-32) lists 11 current or proposed school/park programs. Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Public Facilities and Services Element of the Metro Plan. H. Parks and Recreation Facilities Element The goal of the Parks and Recreation Facilities Element is to provide a variety of parks and recreation facilities to serve the diverse needs of the community’s citizens. (III-H-2) Relevant Metro Plan policies include: Metro Plan Policy H.2: Local parks and recreation plans and analyses shall be prepared by each jurisdiction and coordinated on a metropolitan level… (III-H-4) Metro Plan Policy H.6: All metropolitan area parks and recreation programs and districts shall cooperate to the greatest possible extent in the acquisition of public and private funds to support their operations. (III-H-4) #26. Willamalane Park and Recreation District is a special district whose boundaries include all of Springfield’s planning jurisdiction. The district boundary includes some land outside of the Springfield Urban Growth Boundary. The City of Springfield has no park department. Willamalane provides a variety of parks and recreational services to the citizens of Springfield. The 2012 Plan is being adopted as Springfield’s comprehensive plan for park and recreational services in conformance with both the Metro Plan and the Statewide Planning Goal 8. #27. The Willamalane 2012 Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan (2012 Plan) is the product of extensive public participation and interagency collaboration. Interagency coordination and collaboration in is at the center of the 2012 Plan’s strategy for implementation. “Collaboration” is highlighted as one of Willamalane’s highest priorities. The 2012 Plan states: “One of the Comprehensive Plan’s goals is to strengthen and develop community partnerships. Willamalane recognizes the importance of collaboration in maximizing resources and delivering the greatest benefit to the community. In this plan, Willamalane will continue to rely on collaboration to meet community needs. Willamalane is an important partner in TEAM Springfield, a cooperative effort between City of Springfield, Springfield Public Schools (SPS), Willamalane, and Springfield Utility Board (SUB). Willamalane relies on all TEAM Springfield partners to meet community park and recreation needs, but particularly with SPS. Elementary schools play a critical role in meeting day-to-day park needs in Springfield, especially in those areas underserved by neighborhood parks. Willamalane and SPS also have a history of collaborating to ensure that all Springfield Attachment 1, Page 16 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 17 children have safe, supervised settings for play and learning after school and on no-school days.”(2012 Plan pg. 14) #28. The 2012 Plan section, “Planning and Development Strategies” (pg. 73-74) lists several strategies that are relevant to the Park and Recreation policies discussed here. These strategies are cited in Finding #19 as part of the Environmental Design Element. Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Parks and Recreation Facilities Element of the Metro Plan. I. Historic Preservation Element The goal of the Historic Preservation Element of the Metro Plan is to preserve and restore reminders of our origin and historic development as links between past, present, and future generations (III-I-1). Relevant Metro Plan policies include: Metro Plan Policy 2: Institute and support projects and programs that increase citizen and visitor awareness of the area’s history and encourage citizen participation in and support of programs designed to recognize and memorialize the area’s history (III-I-2) Willamalane owns and operates Dorris Ranch, a 258-acre living history park on the National Register of Historic Places. Relevant strategies in the 2012 Plan include: “ A60: Provide special-use parks that support specific recreation activities, and/or that have unique features, such as viewpoints, boating and fishing facilities, scenic areas, and historic sites.” (2012 Plan pg. 51) “A61: Work with partner agencies, such as the City of Springfield and Lane County, to protect and enhance important scenic and historic sites.” (2012 Plan pg. 51) “A63: Develop and manage Dorris Ranch as a unique, historic natural area and recreational resource.” (2012 Plan pg. 51) Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Historic Preservation Element of the Metro Plan. J. Energy Element The first goal of the Energy Element of the Metro Plan is to maximize the conservation and efficient utilization of all types of energy (III-J-3). There is one policy relevant to the 2012 Plan: Metro Plan Policy 8: Commercial, residential, and recreational land uses shall be integrated to the greatest extent possible, balanced with all planning policies to reduce travel distances, optimize reuse of waste heat, and optimize potential on-site energy generation. (III-J-5) The 2012 Plan has one action that is most relevant to the Energy Element: Attachment 1, Page 17 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 18 Table 9, Action 9.3 (Energy Efficiency Program): Develop energy-efficiency programs at District facilities to minimize consumption and utility costs. (2012 Plan pg. 69) Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Energy Element of the Metro Plan. K. Citizen Involvement Element The goal of the Citizen Involvement Element of the Metro Plan is to continue to develop, maintain, and refine programs and procedures that maximize the opportunity for meaningful, ongoing citizen involvement in the community’s planning and planning implementation processes consistent with mandatory statewide planning standards. (III-K-2, 3) The following Citizen Involvement Element policy is relevant to the 2012 Plan: Metro Plan Policy 3: Improve and maintain local mechanisms that provide the opportunity for residents and property owners in existing residential areas to participate in the implementation of policies in the Plan that may affect the character of those areas. (III-K-3) #29. With regard to Citizen Involvement, the 2012 Plan (pg. 3) states: “Community involvement was a critical part of the Community Needs Assessment. Feedback was solicited from district stakeholders and residents regarding their needs and preferences related to parks, natural areas, recreation facilities and programs over the next 20 years. Activities were planned to ensure the participation of a diverse cross-section of the population. Community involvement activities included the following: • July 2010: A Comprehensive Plan booth at Springfield SummerFair (316 participants completed a questionnaire, and over 600 children voted for their favorite park activity); • September-October 2010: An on-line and print Community Survey (completed by approximately 1,060 people); • October 2010: A Spanish-language version of the Community Survey (completed by approximately 31 people); and • January 2011: Three Teen Workshops (with approximately 77 participants). Over 2,000 participants were included in the planning process, including children and youth. In addition, the Spring 2010 Recreation Survey included input from 728 residents.” (2012 Plan pg. 3) #30. The 2012 plan lists several strategies that are the most relevant to the Citizen Involvement Element: “F20. Continue to involve the public in planning and design of parks and facilities… Attachment 1, Page 18 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 19 F23. Continue to promote volunteerism to involve individuals, groups, and businesses in the planning, design, operation, and programming of parks and recreation facilities… F26. Increase efforts to inform residents about the benefits of parks and recreation and the value of district natural, historic and recreation resources. F27. Emphasize inclusivity and ethnic diversity in district communications, programs, and policies. F28. Increase efforts to inform Spanish-speaking residents of district programs and services.” (2012 Plan pg. 74) Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the Citizen Involvement Element of the Metro Plan. CRITERION #2: APPLICABLE STATE STATUTES Applicable state statutes are those authorizing and implementing the state and local park planning administrative rule, and those allowing park uses in exclusive farm use zones. Authorizing statutes for Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) Chapter 660, Division 034, State and Local Park Planning, are Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) Chapter 183, ORS Chapter 195, and ORS Chapter 197 Statutes implemented by OAR Chapter 660, Division 034, State and Local Park Planning, are the following: ORS Chapter 195 (Local Government Planning Coordination) section 120 (Rules and planning goal amendments for parks required; allowable uses; application of certain land use laws) through section 125 (Existing uses in state parks; approval by local governments); ORS Chapter 197 (Comprehensive Land Use Planning Coordination), Section 040 (Land Conservation and Development Commission -- Duties of Commission; rules); and section 225 (Goals Compliance – Preparation; adoption) through section 245 (Commission amendment of initial goals; adoption of new goals); and ORS Chapter 215 (County Planning; Zoning; Housing Codes), section 213 (Uses permitted in exclusive farm use zones in counties that adopted marginal lands system prior to 1993) The discussion and findings in the preceding section of this report demonstrate that the 2012 Plan conforms with the Metro Plan. The following section includes discussion and findings demonstrating conformance with applicable Statewide Planning Goals and administrative rules. Since the Metro Plan, the Goals and the administrative rules all specifically implement the authorizing statutes; therefore, these findings also demonstrate that the 2012 Plan conforms to applicable state statutes. CRITERION #3: APPLICABLE STATE-WIDE PLANNING GOALS AND ADMINISTRATIVE RULES Attachment 1, Page 19 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 20 STATEWIDE PLANNING GOALS Statewide planning goals are written in bold, and relevant approval criteria is summarized in italics, followed by findings of fact in normal text. Goal 1 – Citizen Involvement To develop a citizen involvement program that insures the opportunity for citizens to be involved in all phases of the planning process. #31. Requirements under Goal 1 are met by adherence to the citizen involvement processes required by the Metro Plan and implemented by the Springfield Development Code Sections 5.14-100 and 5.2-100 and by noticed public hearings prior to final adoption by the Lane County Board of County Commissioners and Springfield City Council. The finding under the Metro Plan Citizen Involvement Element provides additional details on the Citizen Involvement efforts for the 2012 Plan that ensures compliance with Statewide Planning Goal 1. #32. With regard to Citizen Involvement, the 2012 Plan states: “Community involvement was a critical part of the Community Needs Assessment. Feedback was solicited from district stakeholders and residents regarding their needs and preferences related to parks, natural areas, recreation facilities and programs over the next 20 years. Activities were planned to ensure the participation of a diverse cross-section of the population. Community involvement activities included the following: • July 2010: A Comprehensive Plan booth at Springfield SummerFair (316 participants completed a questionnaire, and over 600 children voted for their favorite park activity); • September-October 2010: An on-line and print Community Survey (completed by approximately 1,060 people); • October 2010: A Spanish-language version of the Community Survey (completed by approximately 31 people); and • January 2011: Three Teen Workshops (with approximately 77 participants). Over 2,000 participants were included in the planning process, including children and youth. In addition, the Spring 2010 Recreation Survey included input from 728 residents.” (2012 Plan pg. 3) #33. The 2012 Plan lists several strategies that are the most relevant to the Citizen Involvement Element: “F20. Continue to involve the public in planning and design of parks and facilities… F23. Continue to promote volunteerism to involve individuals, groups, and businesses in the planning, design, operation, and programming of parks and recreation facilities… Attachment 1, Page 20 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 21 F26. Increase efforts to inform residents about the benefits of parks and recreation and the value of district natural, historic and recreation resources. F27. Emphasize inclusivity and ethnic diversity in district communications, programs, and policies. F28. Increase efforts to inform Spanish-speaking residents of district programs and services.” (2012 Plan pg. 74) Conclusion: The 2012 Plan meets and exceeds the requirements of Statewide Planning Goal 2 Goal 2 – Land Use Planning To establish a land use planning process and policy framework as a basis for all decision and actions related to use of land and to assure an adequate factual base for such decisions and actions. Goal 2 focuses on the requirements for developing and adopting local land use plans. Willamalane underwent a deliberate and thorough process of updating the 2012 Plan in accordance with the IGA Regarding Coordinated Planning and Urban Services with the City of Springfield and its approved Citizen Involvement Program, in order to ensure compliance with the Metro Plan and Goal 2. #34. The first element of Willamalane’s comprehensive planning process was the development of the Community Needs Assessment (CNA). The CNA process included a wide-range of community involvement opportunities as well as technical analysis of facilities, programs, and finances. Part of the technical analysis included a detailed inventory of parks and facilities, a demographic analysis, community profile, and summary of related planning efforts. The findings of the CNA were the foundation of the 2012 Plan’s Strategies and Actions section (Chapter 4). The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) in Chapter 5 details a three-phase implementation strategy, with cost estimates and funding projections developed for phases one and two of the Comprehensive Plan. The projects included in the CIP are derived from the Action Tables in Chapter 4. The 2012 Plan includes an identified action (11.17 on page 76) which commits to “assess community needs and update the district’s Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan every 5-10 years to respond to changing needs.” #35. The Draft 2012 Plan was completed in early September 2012. On June 14, Willamalane held an Open House for the public to review the work to date on the 2012 Plan. Approximately 100 people attended, and 64 questionnaires were completed. The Willamalane Board of Directors reviewed the Draft Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan on July 25. Staff received additional input from project partners the city of Springfield and Lane County in September and made final changes to the plan. Attachment 1, Page 21 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 22 #36. The general public was able to review copies of the Draft Plan at the Willamalane Administration Center and on the Willamalane Web Site (www.willamalane.org). In response to the input received from the public and community officials, changes were made to the Draft Plan in early October 2012. The Willamalane Web Site was updated with the final draft of the 2012 Plan. On October 10, 2004 the Willamalane Board of Directors held a public hearing and approved the 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan. Notice of the intent to adopt the 2012 Plan was sent to Department of Land Conservation and Development on June 4, 2013. A joint public hearing with the Springfield and Lane County Planning Commissions was held on July 16, 2013. The Springfield City Council and the Board of County Commissioners are tentatively scheduled to conduct a joint public hearing on October 17, 2013 to adopt the 2012 Plan. Conclusion: The 2012 Plan meets and exceeds the requirements of Statewide Planning Goal 2. Goal 3 – Agricultural Lands To preserve and maintain agricultural lands. #37. This goal does not apply within adopted, acknowledged urban growth boundaries. The City of Springfield does not have any agricultural zoning districts. Outside of the urban growth boundary, within the Metro Plan boundary, there are four existing Willamalane properties that are partially designated as agriculture in the Metro Plan. OAR 660-034-0040 addresses local park use on agricultural land. By reference, this administrative rule lists a number of uses that may occur on parks located on agricultural land, including but not limited to picnic shelters, play structures, recreational trails and interpretive facilities (OAR 660-034-0035). The rule provides that a local government is not required to adopt an exception to Statewide Planning Goals 3 or 4 for [these uses] on agricultural or forest land within a local park provided such uses, alone or in combination, meet all other statewide goals and [are] described and authorized in a local park master plan that has been adopted as part of the local comprehensive plan (OAR 660-034-0040(4) (a)). Proposed uses for these sites are described in the 2012 Plan in Chapter 4, Strategies and Actions: Project 2.5 Lively Park Development (2012 Plan, pg. 36) Project 2.6 Lively Park/ Springfield School District Coordination (2012 Plan, pg. 36) Project 3.3 Georgia-Pacific Natural Area Park (2012 Plan, pg. 40) Project 5.7 Wallace M. Ruff Jr. Memorial Park (2012 Plan, pg. 52) Project 3.1 Harvest Landing (2012 Plan, pg. 36) Conclusion: These uses are consistent with those allowed on agricultural land; therefore no goal exception is necessary. The 2012 Plan meets the requirements for Statewide Planning Goal 3, Agricultural Lands. Goal 4 – Forest Lands Attachment 1, Page 22 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 23 To conserve forest lands by maintaining the forest land base and to protect the state’s forest economy by making possible economically efficient forest practices that assure the continuous growing and harvesting of forest tree species as the leading use on forest land consistent with sound management of soil, air, water, and fish and wildlife resources and to provide for recreational opportunities and agriculture. #38. This goal does not apply within adopted, acknowledged urban growth boundaries. The City of Springfield does not have any forest zoning districts. Willamalane does not have any current or proposed parks or facilities with a Forest Land designation in the Metro Plan; therefore Statewide Planning Goal 4 does not apply. Goal 5 – Open Spaces, Scenic and Historic Areas, and Natural Resources To conserve open space and protect natural and scenic resources. This goal focuses on the resources that need to be inventoried by local governments in order to “adopt programs that will protect natural resources and conserve scenic, historic, and open space resources for present and future generations.” #39. The Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between Willamalane and City of Springfield states, the “District shall be responsible for preparing, maintaining and updating a comprehensive parks, recreation and open space refinement plan for the area within its boundaries, including the City of Springfield and adjacent urbanizable area, for the purposes of meeting statewide Planning Goal 8 requirements and ensuring long-range public parks, recreation, and open space facilities/services.” #40. As the IGA directs, Willamalane’s responsibility is in meeting Goal 8 requirements. The City of Springfield is responsible for meeting Goal 5 requirements. However, recreation-related open spaces are addressed in the Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, per the direction of the Metro Plan. #41. The Metro Plan notes in the Environmental Resources Element (III-C-1), “open space can also be a park … examples of regional Parks (sic) that provide significant public open space areas for metropolitan residents include … Willamalane Park and Recreation District’s Clearwater Park, Eastgate Woodlands, and Dorris Ranch.” The Metro Plan goes on to acknowledge later in the Environmental Resources Element (III-C-5) “open space provides many benefits in an urban area, including …provision of recreation opportunities.” #42. Springfield Natural Resources Special Study, adopted in 2005, includes an inventory locally significant upland, riparian and wetland resource sites. A number of Willamalane’s existing park sites are included on that inventory, including Dorris Ranch, Willamette Heights, and the Eastgate Woodlands. The development of natural area park facilities is subject to the Goal 5 program of protection. These protection measures allow for limited recreational use including, but not limited to multi-use paths and low impact passive recreation. Attachment 1, Page 23 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 24 #43. Two of Willamalane’s core values are “Environment” and “Stewardship” (2012 Plan pg. 9) listed in Chapter Two of the 2012 Plan. Willamalane elaborated on these relevant core values in the two supporting Plan Goals shown below: • Provide opportunities to enjoy nature--Willamalane's parks, programs and facilities offer unique opportunities to enjoy nature, view wildlife and develop a sense of well-being that grows from a deep relationship with nature and a connection to the natural world. (2012 Plan pg. 10) • Preserve the natural environment--Our community looks to Willamalane to be stewards of our natural resources. Willamalane will provide leadership in conserving these resources, and look for new and better ways to be environmentally responsible. Willamalane will provide parks and natural areas that offer close-to-home access to recreational opportunities, while preserving and enhancing important natural resources. (2012 Plan pg. 11) #44. The 2012 Plan distinguishes “General Parks” from “Natural Area Parks.” Natural Area Parks include natural areas, linear parks and trails that are intended to enhance the livability and character of a community by preserving habitat and open space. Natural areas also provide opportunities for passive outdoor recreation, such as hiking and wildlife viewing. Chapter 4 of the Plan (2012 Plan pgs. 39-40) includes a list of “Natural Area Parks Strategies.” These strategies are relevant to Goal 5: “A39. Acquire and develop a system of natural-area parks that protects, conserves and enhances elements of the natural and historic landscape that give the region its unique sense of place. A40. Develop comprehensive natural resource management plans for natural areas as a basis for making acquisition, development and restoration decisions. A41. Provide opportunities for nature-based recreation, such as wildlife viewing, fishing, hiking, bicycling, nature play, etc. A42. Protect and enhance a variety of habitat types within Willamalane’s park and open space system, including upland and wildlife communities such as oak savanna, wetlands, upland prairie and riparian forest. A43. Work with others, as appropriate, to acquire significant natural areas. Priorities include sites that: are large; provide uninterrupted corridors that link parks, schools, habitats and natural-resource areas; have high outdoor recreation potential; serve as greenbelts or urban buffers; protect water resources; and provide significant views. A44. Work with other agencies and providers to support conservation and acquisition of nearby key regional natural-resource areas, consistent with the Rivers to Ridges Metropolitan Regional Parks and Open Space Study. Attachment 1, Page 24 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 25 A45. Protect riparian areas and floodplains along creeks and rivers within Willamalane’s park and open space system. A46. Explore the feasibility of a wetland mitigation banking program at district park sites. A47. Work with other agencies and providers to encourage the development of appropriate recreation amenities in nearby natural areas where appropriate. A48. Orient riverfront parks to the rivers and their natural resource values; support water related recreation activities where appropriate. A49. Acquire, develop and manage parks and facilities to protect and enhance wetlands, waterways and water quality, and to take advantage of their natural amenities and recreation values. A50. Incorporate natural resource enhancement into plans for park and facility development where appropriate. A51. Work with the city and developers to coordinate park and open space planning with planning for stormwater, wetlands mitigation/protection, multipurpose trails and natural resource conservation, as appropriate. A52. Continue to participate in the TEAM Springfield-sponsored Mill Race Ecosystem Restoration Project, representing public recreation and education interests.” Conclusion: The connection between the purpose of Goal 5 and the core values and the Natural Area Parks Strategies expressed in the 2012 Plan are mutually supportive and in many instances overlap. The section in this report concerning the Metro Plan Environmental Resources Element describes in detail how the 2012 Plan meets and exceeds the requirements for that element and Statewide Planning Goal 5. Goal 6 – Air, Water and Land Resources Quality To maintain and improve the quality of the air, water and land resources of the state. This goal is primarily concerned with compliance with federal and state environmental quality statutes, and how this compliance is achieved as development proceeds in relationship to air sheds, river basins and land resources. #45. The 2012 Plan lists strategies for protecting air, water and land resources in the context of General Park and Natural Area Park management. Three of these strategies are most relevant to Goal 6: A16. Coordinate with the city on implementing stormwater Best Management Practices to assist in meeting state and federal water-quality standards and Endangered Species Act requirements. (2012 Plan Pg. 27) Attachment 1, Page 25 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 26 A51. Work with the city and developers to coordinate park and open space planning with planning for stormwater, wetlands mitigation/protection, multipurpose trails and natural resource conservation, as appropriate. (2012 Plan Pg. 39) F9. Continue collaboration with the city and other agencies in implementing communitywide objectives, such as downtown and Glenwood redevelopment, planning for new development, neighborhood refinement planning, and citywide planning for tourism, open space, wetlands, stormwater, trails and bikeways, and other efforts focused on improving quality of life. (2012 Plan Pg. 73) Conclusion: The 2012 Plan meets the requirements for Statewide Planning Goal 6. Goal 7 – Areas Subject to Natural Disasters and Hazards To protect life and property from natural disasters and hazards. The focus of this goal is on natural hazard comprehensive planning, implementation, and coordination. Conclusion: This goal does not apply to the 2012 Plan. Goal 8 – Recreational Needs To satisfy the recreational needs of the citizens of the state and visitors and, where appropriate, to provide for the siting of necessary recreational facilities including destination resorts. Goal 8 states that recreational needs, “now and in the future, shall be planned for by governmental agencies having responsibility for recreation areas, facilities and opportunities: (1) in coordination with private enterprise; (2) in appropriate proportions; and (3) in such quantity, quality and locations as is consistent with the availability of the resources to meet such requirements.” “(1) in coordination with private enterprise;” #46. Chapter 3 of the 2012 Plan discusses the importance of collaboration with public agencies and with the private sector “to promote community economic development and leverage public funds with private dollars (2012 Plan pg. 14).” The following projects are identified actions listed in the 2012 Plan that illustrate the importance of collaboration with the private sector to provide needed park and recreation services and facilities: “Action 1.3, Pacific Park Subdivision Neighborhood Park is cited as an example of how Willamalane proposes to work with the city and property owners of the Pacific Park subdivision to acquire and develop a neighborhood park for area residents. The existing privately owned park is run-down and beyond repair. Willamalane pledges to continue partnerships with both public and private sectors to maximize the benefits delivered to residents for each dollar of public investment.” (2012 Plan pg. 14) “Actions 4.13 and 4.14, Glenwood Riverfront Linear Park A and B: As the Glenwood area of Springfield is redeveloped, Willamalane has an opportunity to work with public and private Attachment 1, Page 26 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 27 partners to develop a riverfront linear park and multiuse path, and expand the popular Willamette River path system.” (2012 Plan pg. 15) “Action 1.26, Glenwood Neighborhood Park Blocks: Willamalane intends to work in collaboration with the city and private partners to pursue development of neighborhood park blocks in Glenwood.” (2012 Plan pg. 15) “(2) in appropriate proportions; and (3) in such quantity, quality and locations as is consistent with the availability of the resources to meet such requirements.” #47. The Community Needs Assessment (CNA), found in Appendix A of the 2012 Plan, includes a park and facility analysis to document the type, number, and condition of parks and recreation facilities available to District residents today and the analyzed the ratio of facilities to population (current level of service), assess current and future needs. This analysis provided a basis for the development of Chapter 4 Strategies and Actions sections of the plan. (2012 Plan pg. 22) #48. The CNA used a variety of methods to assess current and future park and recreation facility needs: • Public Involvement Activities: A comprehensive public involvement program involved over 2,000 people, including children and youth, in assessing needs (Appendix A pgs. 17- 21). • Park and Facility Analysis: District parks, community recreation facilities, and indoor and outdoor recreation facilities were inventoried and analyzed (2012 Plan Appendix A pgs. 23-89, Table 8, pg. 69). All District parks and facilities were visited, and input from key staff was gathered to assess their current condition and develop an understanding of the system of parks and facilities available to residents. The Park and Facility Assessment is included in (2012 Plan Appendix A pgs. 83-87). • Geographic Distribution Analysis: Maps were created to illustrate current park, recreation and open space resources and their distribution throughout the planning area (Appendix A, Map 3, pg. 27). • Standards Analysis: Standards are minimum - not maximum - goals for service. To establish standards for Willamalane, the current level of service provided was compared to standards of other agencies and historic NRPA standards. Community demand was considered and standards for Willamalane were proposed for both parkland (Appendix A Table 5, pg. 31) and recreational facilities (Appendix A Table 10, 79). Conclusion: A thorough and deliberate process was used to develop and adopt the 2012 Plan, which meets and exceeds the requirements of Statewide Planning Goal 8. (For further substantiation please see Findings #25-#27 in the section in this report concerning the Metro Plan Parks and Recreation Facilities Element, (pg. 15 of this report). Goal 9 – Economic Development Attachment 1, Page 27 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 28 To provide adequate opportunities throughout the state for a variety of economic activities vital to the health, welfare, and prosperity of Oregon’s citizens. This goal is intended to address the land use needs (inventory) for employment opportunities in commercial and industrial sites, and correlates with one of the goals in the 2012 Plan, which is to “Support community economic development” (2012 Plan pg. 11). #49. “Support community economic development” is one of the listed goals of the 2012 Plan. The Plan states: Community health and vitality are essential to attract and retain employees and businesses and to fuel the local economy. Diverse cultural and recreational opportunities appeal to employers and employees. Willamalane Park and Recreation District will provide attractive parks, facilities and programs to enhance quality of life in Springfield. Conclusion: The 2012 Plan does not affect commercial or industrial lands inventories, nor does it limit access or other services to such sites. It recognizes the role of recreational services and facilities as a support for community efforts to retain businesses and employees and attract new businesses to the area. The 2012 Plan is consistent with Statewide Planning Goal 9. Goal 10 – Housing To provide for the housing needs of citizens of the state. Similar to Goal 9, this goal is intended to protect residential lands inventories and require implementation measures that promote housing opportunities in a variety of economic ranges and densities. Please see the section in this report concerning the Metro Plan Residential Land Use and Housing Element for the detailed explanation of why the 2012 Plan (pgs.6-8) will not negatively affect the residential land inventory. Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with the purpose of Statewide Planning Goal 10. Goal 11 – Public Facilities and Services To plan and develop a timely, orderly and efficient arrangement of public facilities and services to serve as a framework for urban and rural development. Conclusion: The emphasis of this goal is on key urban services other than parks and recreation, and the focus is on the need for a 20-year public facilities and services plan (PFSP). Please see the section in this report concerning the Metro Plan Public Utilities, Services, and Facilities Element (pgs. 13- 14)for the detailed explanation of why the 2012 Plan is consistent with that Element and, therefore, Statewide Goal 11. Goal 12 - Transportation To provide and encourage a safe, convenient and economic transportation system. Conclusion: The focus of this goal is on the development of a transportation plan. TransPlan is the adopted metropolitan-area transportation plan. Please see the section of this report on the Metro Attachment 1, Page 28 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 29 Plan Transportation Element (pg.13-14) for the detailed explanation of why the 2012 Plan is consistent with TransPlan, and therefore consistent with Statewide Planning Goal 12. Goal 13 – Energy Conservation To conserve energy. Conclusion: This goal is intended to require local jurisdictions to include energy consequences during decision-making. The 2012 Plan calls for “Develop[ing] energy-efficiency programs at District facilities to minimize consumption and utilities costs (Table 9, p. 69, Project/Action 9.3). The Metro Plan Energy Element provides a detailed explanation of why the 2012 Plan is consistent with that Element, and therefore consistent with Statewide Planning Goal 13. Goal 14 – Urbanization To provide for an orderly and efficient transition from rural to urban land use. The focus of this goal is on urban growth boundaries, their establishment and change, and to a lesser degree, the treatment of land within and outside of urban growth boundaries. The Willamalane Park and Recreation District is designated in the Metro Plan as the park and recreation service provider for Springfield and its urbanizable area, including Glenwood. The current District boundary includes the area within Springfield’s city limits, as well as areas outside of the city limits and within the urban growth boundary (UGB). Any newly developed areas annexed by the City of Springfield are automatically annexed to the District. The planning area for the proposed 2012 Plan includes the area of potential development over the next 20 years, and therefore, it is broader than the current District boundary. The planning area generally covers the entire area within the Springfield UGB or the District Boundary, whichever is greater, and properties owned by Willamalane Park and Recreation District within the Metro Plan Boundary. Conclusion: The 2012 Plan will not hasten, slow down or otherwise influence the transition of rural land to urban land use, therefore it is consistent with Statewide Planning Goal 14. Goal 15 – Willamette River Greenway To protect, conserve, enhance and maintain the natural, scenic, historical, agricultural, economic and recreational qualities of lands along the Willamette River as the Willamette River Greenway. Conclusion: Willamalane Park and Recreation District has a number of current and proposed parks and properties within the Willamette River Greenway. Please see the section in this report concerning the Metro Plan Willamette River Greenway, River Corridors and Waterways (pgs. 10-12 of this report) for the detailed explanation of why the 2012 Plan is consistent with that element, and therefore consistent with Statewide Planning Goal 15. Attachment 1, Page 29 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 30 Goal 16 Estuarine Resources, Goal 17 Coastal Shorelands, Goal 18 Beaches and Dunes, and Goal 19 Ocean Resources These statewide planning goals do not apply to the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area. COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE ADMINISTRATIVE RULES Applicable administrative rules are those establishing policies and procedures for the planning and zoning of state and local parks in order to address the recreational needs of the citizens of the state (OAR Chapter 660, Division 034, Section 0000), and secondarily, those implementing the requirements for agricultural land as defined by Goal 3 (OAR Chapter 660, Division 33, Section 0010), and those implementing the requirements for open space as defined by Goal 5 (OAR Chapter 660, Division 023, Section 0220). OAR 660-034-0040(1) refers to requirements for implementing “local park master plans” as part of the local comprehensive plan. There is no definition for “local park master plans” in Division 34. In preparing the 2004 Plan, staff spoke with Bob Rindy at DLCD for clarification. According to Mr. Rindy, language referring to “local park master plans” and “local park plans” pertain to site-specific park master plans (i.e., a master plan for a new or existing park), not for community-wide park and recreation comprehensive plans, such as the 2012 Plan. Sections (1)(a) and (1)(b) of 660-034-0040 only apply if one is adopting a site-specific park master plan. Conclusion: Since the 2012 Plan is a comprehensive, system-wide plan for parks and recreation, and not a site-specific park master plan, the rule does not apply. If one assumes that the 2012 Plan is synonymous with the definition of a “local park master plan” in Division 34, the 2012 Plan is consistent with the intent of the Rule. The relevant text is below: (1) … If a local government decides to adopt a local park plan as part of the local comprehensive plan, the adoption shall include: (a) A plan map designation, as necessary, to indicate the location and boundaries of the local park; and A plan map designation is not necessary for proposed parks, as they are not site-specific and are not necessarily metropolitan-scale. As discussed in the section in this report concerning the Metro Plan Diagram/Land Use Designations (pg. 6), it is consistent that the 2012 Plan’s proposed parks, facilities, and trails that are not already in public ownership do not appear on the Metro Plan Diagram, because those proposed parks, facilities and trails are not site-specific. If, in the future, Willamalane develops metropolitan-scale parks or facilities on property with land use designations not consistent with park use, plan amendment applications will be submitted for land use designation changes at that time, as we have done in the past (most recently with the 32nd Street Sports Park). Existing land use designations are consistent with the Metro Plan. Division 34 continues: Attachment 1, Page 30 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 31 (b) Appropriate zoning categories and map designations (a “local park” zone or overlay zone is recommended), including objective land use and siting review criteria, in order to authorize the existing and planned park uses described in the local park master plan. (OAR 660-034-0040(1)(a)(b)) Existing City of Springfield zoning categories and Metro Plan map designations are sufficient, as they relate to existing parks and facilities, not proposed projects. Community Needs Assessment Appendix A-1 “Park and Facility Classifications and Definitions” in the 2012 Plan provides information that may be used as objective siting review criteria when developing proposed parks and facilities in the future. The rule also provides that “a local government is not required to adopt an exception to Statewide Planning Goals 3 or 4 for [these uses] on agricultural or forest land within a local park provided such uses, alone or in combination, meet all other statewide goals and are each use must be described and authorized in a local park master plan” that has been adopted as part of the local comprehensive plan (OAR 660-034-0040(4) (a)). Conclusion: The 2012 Plan is consistent with this rule. Please see the discussion in the section of this report on Statewide Planning Goal 3 – Agricultural Lands (pg. 21). Lastly, OAR 660-023-0220 defines “open space” to include parks. It allows local governments to “adopt a list of significant open space resource sites as an open space acquisition program. Local governments are not required to apply the requirements of OAR 660-023-0030 through 660-023- 0050 [Inventory Process] to such sites unless land use regulations are adopted to protect such sites prior to acquisition.” (OAR 660-023-0220(3)) Conclusion: Map 2-3 (2012 Plan pg. 43) Proposed Natural Area Park Projects in the 2012 Plan shows the general location of future natural area park facilities. Some of those sites are not yet in public ownership and their location is general in nature. There are no land use regulations being proposed to protect such sites prior to acquisition. Therefore, the 2012 Plan is consistent with this rule. CONCLUSION Willamalane Park and Recreation District is designated in the Metro Plan as the park and recreation service provider for Springfield and its urbanizable area. A 1995 Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the City and Willamalane requires the two agencies to collaborate in planning for parks, recreation and open space. The IGA designates Willamalane as the agency responsible for preparing and updating a park and recreation comprehensive plan, and it specifies that the comprehensive plan shall be adopted as a refinement plan to the Metro Plan. Willamalane initiated the 2012 Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan planning process with the Community Needs Assessment in June of 2010. The CNA identifies future needs for parks, open space, recreation facilities, programs, and services within the Springfield area. The 2012 Plan responds to identified community needs and provides an action plan to ensure the most effective use of community resources. Strategies and actions were developed with input from a broad spectrum of community members, through such means as an online and printed community survey in English and Spanish that was completed by more than 1000 citizens, a Springfield SummerFest booth visited by more than 900 citizens, Teen workshops, and public meetings. Input was also received throughout the planning process from elected and appointed officials, including members of the Springfield School District, Attachment 1, Page 31 of 32 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan TYP413-00003 October 17, 2013 Page 32 Springfield City Council and Planning Commission, Lane County Board of Commissioners and Planning Commission, and the Willamalane Board of Directors. Staff has compared the 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan and the process used to develop it against the approval criteria for making refinement plan amendments found in Section 5.6-115 of the Springfield Development Code. It is the opinion of staff that the 2012 Plan meets or exceeds the applicable criteria with respect to consistency with the Metro Plan, applicable state statutes, and applicable Statewide Planning goals and administrative rules. The findings contained in this report provide a substantive basis for Springfield City Council to approve the proposed 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan. Attachment 1, Page 32 of 32 Park and RecreationComprehensive Plan OCTOBER2012 Attachment 2, Page 1 of 1                     Appendix A    Community Needs Assessment      Attachment 3, Page 1 of 1 Attachment 4, Page 1 of 1 ORDINANCE NO. __________ AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2012 WILLAMALANE PARK AND RECREATION COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AS A REFINEMENT PLAN OF THE EUGENE-SPRINGFIELD METROPOLITAN AREA GENERAL PLAN (METRO PLAN) FOR APPLICATION WITHIN THE AREA OF PLANNING JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD AND ADOPTING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. WHEREAS, the City of Springfield relies on the Willamalane Park and Recreation District (Willamalane) for the provision of park and recreation services, sites, maintenance, acquisition, development, programs, administration and Board of Directors oversight; and WHEREAS, Chapter III-H of the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area General Plan (Metro Plan) recognizes this affiliation between Willamalane and the City of Springfield, as well as the role of Willamalane in park and recreation planning in the metropolitan area; and WHEREAS, in 2004, Willamalane prepared and the governing bodies of Lane County and Springfield adopted the Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan as a Refinement Plan of the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area General Plan (Metro Plan); and WHEREAS, in 2011, Willamalane conducted a Community Needs Assessment (CNA) to assess the changing needs and desires of the community since the adoption of the 2004 Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, The completed CNA and the findings therein were presented to the City Council and Lane County Board of Commissioners on June 13, 2011 and June 22, 2011 respectively; and WHEREAS, In response to the CNA, Willamalane has prepared the 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan which updates the goals, strategies and actions of the 2004 Plan to meet better meet the needs and priorities of the greater Springfield community; and WHEREAS, the Willamalane Board of Directors adopted the 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan on October 10, 2012 at a public hearing and has now submitted the Plan to the City of Springfield for review and adoption; and WHEREAS, the goals, strategies and actions contained in the 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan are consistent with the policies of Chapter III- H of the Metro Plan, with Chapter 660 Division 34 of the Oregon Administrative Rules, and with Statewide Planning Goal 8; and Attachment 5, Page 1 of 3 WHEREAS, the City of Eugene received a referral of the proposed Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan on June 4, 2013 and returned a response of no regional impact, opting out of the adoption process; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commissions of Springfield and Lane County conducted a joint public hearing on the proposed 2012 Willamalane Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan on July 16, 2013, and forwarded recommendations to the Springfield City Council and the Lane County Board of Commissioners to adopt the Plan for application inside the city limits of Springfield and outside of the Springfield city limits but within the Metro Plan Boundary, respectively, which includes properties owned by Willamalane Park and Recreation District; and WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a joint public hearing on this proposal on October 17, 2013 with the Lane County Board of Commissioners, and is now ready to take action based upon the above recommendations and evidence and testimony already in the record as well as the evidence and testimony presented a the joint elected officials public hearing; and WHEREAS, Section 5.14-100 of the Springfield Development Code addresses the requirements of adoption or amendment of refinement plans of the Metro Plan and Policy 12, Chapter IV of the Metro Plan requires a demonstration that all refinement and functional plans are consistent with the Metro Plan, but does not require an amendment to the Metro Plan to adopt functional plans found to be consistent with the Metro Plan; and WHEREAS, substantial evidence exists within the record demonstrating that the proposal meets the requirements of the Metro Plan, Springfield Development Code Section 5.14-100, and applicable state and local law as described in the findings attached as Exhibit A, incorporated here by this reference and adopted in support of this Ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, the Common Council of the City of Springfield does ordain as follows: Section 1: The Willamalane Park and Recreation District Park and Recreation Comprehensive Plan (October 10, 2012), as more particularly described and set forth in Exhibit “B” attached and incorporated here by this reference, is hereby adopted as a refinement plan to the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area General Plan (Metro Plan) for land within the land use planning jurisdiction of the City of Springfield, and within the Metro Plan boundary, including all properties owned by the Willamalane Park and Recreation District as shown in the adopted refinement plan. Attachment 5, Page 2 of 3 Section 2: The findings set forth in attached Exhibit A are adopted as findings in support of this Ordinance Section 3: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. Section 4: Notwithstanding the effective date of ordinances as provided by Section 2.110 of the Springfield Municipal Code 1997, this Ordinance shall become effective upon the date that all of the following have occurred; (a) at least 30 days have passed since the date the ordinance was approved; and (b) the Lane County Board of Commissioners adopts an ordinance containing substantively identical provisions to those described in Sections 1 and 2 of this Ordinance. Adopted by the Common Council of the City of Springfield this ____day of _______________________, 2013 by a vote of _____ in favor and _____ against. Approved by the Mayor of the City of Springfield this _____ day of _______________________, 2013. __________________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: __________________________________________ City Recorder Attachment 5, Page 3 of 3