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November 26, 2007
Regular Session
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Mark Metzger, John Tamulonis JU(
726-3775, 726-365~
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ITEM TITLE: DOWNTOWN URBAN RENEWAL PLAN AND REPORT
ACTION Council is requested to conduct a second reading and adopt, adopt with revisions, or reject
REQUESTED: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE SPRINGFIELD DOWNTOWN URBAN
RENEWAL PLAN AND REPORT AND ADOPTING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE
On November 6,2007, the Springfield electorate authorized the City Council to allocate
taxes to a downtown urban renewal district. Council conducted a public hearing on the
Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report on November 19,2007 and received testimony
concerning the documents. Staff has responded with recommended revisions to the Plan and
Report (see Attachment 4). Final action on the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report
at the November 26 meeting will result in an effective date prior to the December 31, 2007,
the deadline for establishing the district as of January 1,2008.
ATTACHMENTS:
At issue is whether the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report should be adopted,
adopted with revisions, or rejected by the Council.
Attachment 1: Downtown Urban Renewal Ordinance including
· Exhibit A (Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report)
. Exhibit B (Staff Report)
Attachment 2: Comments Received and Recommended Revisions to the Plan and Report
Attachment 3: Legal Description of Downtown Urban Renewal Plan Boundary
DISCUSSION!
FINANCIAL
IMPACT:
On October 2,2007, the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan was reviewed by the Planning
Commission. The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City
Council approve the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report with a minor text change
describing how urban renewal would affect schools. Discussions with the affected taxing
bodies, Lane County, School District 19, Lane ESD, Willamalane Park and Recreation
District and Lane Community College were held. No affected taxing district has expressed
opposition to the Plan or Report.
On November 19, 2007, the City Council conducted a public hearing on the Downtown
Urban Renewal Plan and Report. Testimony was received from the public. In Attachment
4, staffhas summarized these comments and added them to those received from earlier
public meetings. Attachment 4 also contains recommended revisions to the Plan and Report
that corresponds to Council discussion and direction received at the November 19th
meeting.
Attachment 1 is the adopting ordinance which follows the required contents and makes the
required findings and determinations described in ORS 457.095. The ordinance includes
Exhibit A (Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report) and Exhibit B (Staff Report).
Exhibit B provides fmdings for Council review related to the requirements of ORS 457 for
the establishment of an urban renewal district and for the contents of an urban renewal plan
and report. Attachment 3 is the legal description of the proposed Downtown Urban Renewal
Plan. The legal description does not include any necessary adjustments for Meadow Park
and connecting right-of-way or for any reduction in the size of the boundary proposed in the
September 15,2007 Draft Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report. If Council changes
the boundary, the legal description would be adjusted as such.
Ordinance No.
(General)
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE SPRINGFIELD DOWNTOWN URBAN
RENEWAL PLAN AND REPORT; AND ADOPTING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE
WHEREAS, the Common Council has determined that there is need for a Downtown
Urban Renewal Plan for the following reasons: 1) The existence of inadequate streets,
rights of way, open spaces, recreation facilities, and utilities (including, for example,
storm water systems and sanitary sewer trunk lines and laterals); 2) the existence of
buildings and structures for industrial, commercial, and residential use with problematic
exterior spacing, design, and physical construction (including obsolescence, deterioration
and mixed character of uses); 3) Properties and lots in irregular form, shape and
dimensions limiting usefulness and development; 4) Lack of proper utilization of areas
resulting in a stagnant and unproductive condition of lands potentially useful and
valuable for contributing to the public health, safety, and welfare; and 5) Economic
deterioration and disuse of property.
WHEREAS, given the preceding information, the area within the Downtown Urban Renewal
Plan boundary is blighted; ,
WHEREAS, the rehabilitation and redevelopment outlined in the Downtown Urban
Renewal Plan, incorporated herein by reference, is necessary to protect the public health,
safety or welfare, of the municipality;
WHEREAS, the 2001 Springfield Charter, Section 49, requires voter approval before the
City Council can approve an Urban Renewal District Plan that includes allocating
property taxes;
WHEREAS, Ballot Measure 20-131 presented to the voters of the City of Springfield on
November 6,2007 for their approval of the question of the allocation of such taxes before
the City Council approval of any Urban Renewal Plan;
WHEREAS, the results of that election approved Ballot Measure 20-131 so that the City Council
may comply with the provisions of Section 49 of the 2001 Springfield Charter and state law;
WHEREAS, Oregon law also requires that adoption of an Urban Renewal Plan be
approved by the City Council in the jurisdiction included in the Urban Renewal District;
WHEREAS, the City of Springfield is a municipal corporation organized
and existing under and pursuant to the laws of the State of Oregon and the 2001
Springfield Charter; .
WHEREAS, on December 6, 2004, the City transferred its authority to exercise the powers of the
urban renewal agency to the Springfield Economic Development Agency in accordance with
OAR 457.055 and all duties and obligations of the urban renewal agency within the jurisdiction
of the City were thereafter assumed by the Springfield Economic Development Agency.
WHEREAS, the Springfield City Council, the governing body of the municipality,
received the proposed Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report from the Springfield
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Economic Development Agency, the City's urban renewal agency;
WHEREAS, the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Reportwas forwarded to the
governing body of each affected taxing district and the Springfield Economic Development
Age~cy has consulted and conferred with those taxing bodies;
WHEREAS, Notice was sent out to the electors registered in Springfield and within
the proposed Downtown Urban Renewal Plan area on or about November 9,2007, that the
Springfield City Council would conduct a Public Hearing on November 19,2007, at 7:00 p.m. in
the Springfield City Council Chambers of Springfield City Hall, 225 Fifth Street, Springfield,
OR 97477;
WHEREAS, a public hearing was conducted on November 19 and testimony received on an
ordinance adopting the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan, the boundaries of which are shown on
the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan map;
WHEREAS, the City Council found that the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report meets
the content requirements for urban renewal plans as described in ORS 457.085;
WHEREAS, the maximum indebtedness that can be incurred under the proposed
Downtown Urban Renewal Plan is $43,010,000;
WHEREAS, the Springfield City Council determines and finds that the urban renewal
plan conforms to the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area General Plan which is the
comprehensive plan for the City of Springfield and which provides policy direction for
economic and land use development within the city;
WHEREAS, Section 1200 of the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan specifies that SEDA will
provide relocation assistance and housing for displaced persons within their financial means in
accordance with ORS 35.500 to 35.530 and, except in the relocation of elderly or disabled
individuals, without displacing persons already on priority waiting lists for existing federally
subsidized housing;
WHEREAS, if acquisition of real property is necessary, it will be provided for through
later amendments to the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan as specified in Section 900(C)(I),
which requires approval of property acquisitions for the purposes specified in Section 700(A) of
the Plan by resolution of the Springfield Economic Development Agency and the 'Common
Council;
WHEREAS, adoption and carrying out of the urban renewal plan is economically sound
and feasible based on the information included in the Report incorporated in the Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City of Springfield, as the governing municipality of the Plan, assumes
and shall complete any activities prescribed it by the urban renewal plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BASED ON THE FOREGOING RECITALS THE.
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD, ORDAINS AS
FOLLOWS:
ATTACHMENT 1 - 2
SECTION 1. APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AN URBAN
RENEWAL PLAN ALLOCATING TAXES FROM DOWNTOWN PROPERTIES
TO THE DOWNTOWN URBAN RENEWAL PLAN. The Common Council of the
City hereby approves the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report set forth in Exhibit A,
allocating taxes from downtown area properties to the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan.
SECTION 2: ADOPTION OF THE STAFF REPORT. The StafIReport attached
hereto as Exhibit B, and the findings and determinations contained therein, are incorporated herein
by reference and are hereby adopted.
SECTION 3. NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TIllS ORDINANCE. Within 4 days of
the adoption of this Ordinance approving the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan, notice of this action
shall be published in the Register Guard, the newspaper having the greatest circulation within the
City of Springfield and published nearest to the City of Springfield.
SECTION 4. ADDmONAL AUTHORIZATIONS. The City Manager, the City
Recorder, the City Finance Director, and the City Attorney, and each of them acting individually,
are hereby authorized, empowered and directed, for and on behalf on the City, to carry out the
purposes and intent of the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan.
SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE OF ORDINANCE. This Ordinance shall take effect
after its second reading and upon its adoption at a regular meeting of the Common Council of the
City and approval by the Mayor.
SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause,
phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court
of competent jurisdiction, that portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct, and independent
provision and that holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this Ordinance.
ADOPTED by the Common Council of the City of Springfield by a vote of _ for and
_ against, this -'-- day of , 2007.
. APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Springfield, this _ day of
2007.
ATTEST:
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PRoPOSAL TO FORM THE SPRINGFIELD DOWNTOWN URBAN RENEWAL
DISTRICT
Staff Report
November 19, 2007
I. Executive Summary
On July 23rd, Council approved a ballot title and description for the November 6 ballot that would
authorize the Council to allocate taxes to a downtown urban renewal district. Council directed
staff to develop the initial draft of the urban renewal plan and report based on a large boundary
that would extend east to 23rd street along the Main Street/South A corridor.
The Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report provide the information and analysis required
under ORS 457 to establish an urban renewal district. The renewal plan seeks to balance the cost
of potential projects that are envisioned for the urban renewal district with the potential revenues
that would be generated to pay for those projects over the life of the renewal district.
ORS 457.095 lists certain determinations and fmdings regarding the Downtown Urban Renewal
Plan (plan) and Report that the City Council must include in the adopting ordinance. Staff has
evaluated the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and has presented findings and determinations
concerning those issues listed in the statute.
These determinations and fmdings must conclude:
1. The urban renewal area is blighted;
2. The rehabilitation and redevelopment is necessary to protect the public health, safety or
welfare of the municipality;
3. The urban renewal plan conforms to the comprehensive plan and economic development
plan, if any, of the municipality as a whole and provides an outline for accomplishing the
urban renewal projects the urban renewal plan proposes;
4. Provision has been made to hQuse displaced persons within their fmancial means in
accordance with ORS 35.500 to 35.530 and, except in the relocation of elderly or
disabled individuals, without displacing on priority lists persons already waiting for
existing federally subsidized housing;
5. If acquisition of real property is provided for, that it is necessary;
6. Adoption and carrying out of the urban renewal plan is economically sound and feasible;
and
7. The municipality shall assume and complete any activities prescribed it by the urban
renewal plan.
In addition to the contents of the Ordinance, ORS 457.085 requires the city's urban renewal plan
and accompanying report contain specific information and analysis in order to establish tax
increment fmancing. The urban renewal plan and report must then approved by the City Council
in order to establish a new urban renewal district.
The Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report sufficiently addresses all applicable
requirements of ORS 457.085 and includes the information and analysis required by the statute.
Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report
Staff Report
Navember 19, 2007
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The Plan and Report establish a sufficient factual basis for the Springfield City Council to make
the determinations and [mdings required by ORS 457.095.
Staff recommends the approval of the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report.
The following report provides the detailed analysis that leads staff to make this recommendation.
n. Procedural Requirements
Planning Commission Review of the Urban Renewal Plan
ORS 457.085(4) states, "An urban renewal plan and accompanying report shall be forwarded to
the planning commission of the municipality for recommendations, prior to presenting the plan to
the governing body of the municipality for approval under ORS 457.095."
Finding:
1. The Springfield Planning Commission reviewed the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and
Report on October 2, 2007 in regular session. The meeting was advertised by display ad
in the" Register Guard and the public was invited to comment on the Plan before the
Commission. After receiving public comment, the Planning Commission voted
unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve the Downtown Urban Renewal
Plan with a minor wording change regarding the impact of urban renewal on schools.
The Planning Commission, in its capacity as the Committee for Citizen Involvement, reviewed
and approved a citizen participation program that included opportunities for the public to
comment on the urban renewal plan. Outreach for public involvement in advance of the October
2nd Planning Commission hearing included:
. A direct mailing to all property owners and residents in the urban renewal district
describing urban renewal and inviting them to the "Town Hall" meeting on September 20.
. Two "Town Hall" meetings that were publicized with display ads in the Register Guard
(August 7, September 20). Handouts were distributed at these meetings highlighting the
Planning Commission hearing on October 2 and other opportunities to comment on the
Plan.
. Placing of information about the Plan and Report' on the City website and the Planning
Division website.
. Meetings with the staff and elected bodies of the affected taxing bodies within the district.
· Presentations to the Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club and other community
organizations. Handouts were distributed at these meetings highlighting the Planning
Commission hearing on October 2 and other opportunities to comment on the Plan.
. Media stories in the Register Guard and the Springfield Beacon.
. Display ad in the Register Guard, publicizing the Planning Commission hearing on
October 2.
Review of the Urban Renewal Plan by Affected Taxing Bodies
ORS 457.085(5) states: "An urban renewal plan and accompanying report shall be
forwarded to the governing body of each taxing district affected by the urban renewal
plan and the agency shall consult and confer with the taxing districts 'prior to presenting
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November 19,2007
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the plan to the governing body of the municipality for approval under ORS 457.095. Any
written recommendations of the governing body of each taxing district shall be accepted,
rejected or modified by the governing body of the municipality in adopting the plan."
Findings:
2. The table below lists the taxing bodies affected by the Downtown Urban Renewal
Plan. The governing bodies of each taxing district were each forwarded a copy of
the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report for review and comment. Staff
from the Springfield Economic Development Agency met with these governing
bodies and received their comments.
Consultation with Affected TaXing Bodies
Governing Body Date of Written
Consultation Comments
Received?
Lane County 10/3/07 No
Lane Community ColleJ!;e 10/1/07, 11/2/07 No
Lane Education Service District 9/25/07 No
SprinJ!;field School District 19 10/22/07 No
Willamalane Park and Recreation District 9/11/07, 10/10/07 Yes
3. Written comments were received from Willamalane Park and Recreation District
staff. These comments were forwarded to the City Council at their September 17,
2007 meeting for consideration.
Notice of the Urban Renewal Plan Hearing
ORS 457.095 states: "The governing body of the municipality, upon receipt of a proposed urban
renewal plan and report from the municipality's urban renewal agency and after public notice and
hearing and consideration of public testimony and planning commission recommendations, if any,
may approve the urban renewal plan."
Findings:
4. ORS 457.095 does not describe specific notice requirements for the public hearing for the
urban renewal plan and report. '
5. Mailed notice of the November 19, 2007 City Council first reading and public hearing on
the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan was sent to 23,000 Springfield households on or
about November 9,2007.
6. A legal notice concerning the November 19th hearing was published in the November 11,
2007 edition of the Sunday Register Guard.
7. Additional media releases publicizing the hearing were made by city staff in advance of
the November 19th City Council meeting.
Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report
Staff Report
November 19,2007
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Notice of Urban Renewal Plan Adoption
ORS 457.115 states: "Notice of adoption of an urban renewal plan required under ORS 457.095
and notice of filing of an annual fInancial statement required under ORS 457.460 shall be
published in the newspaper, as defined in ORS 193.010, having the gr~atest circulation in the
municipality and which is published within the municipality. If no newspaper is published within
the municipality, the required notice shall be published in the newspaper having greatest
circulation within the municipality published nearest to the municipality." ORS 457.095 specifies
that the adoption notice be published (according to ORS 457.115) within four days of the action."
Arrangements have been made to advertise the decision of the City Council with respect to the
urban renewal plan in the Register Guard within four days of final action of the Council on the
Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report.
ill. Determin~tions and Findings Specified by ORS 457.085 and ORS 457.095
ORS 457.085 provides a lengthy list of urban renewal plan elements and requires a provision for
public involvement in all stages of the development of the plan.
Findings:
8. Section IT (procedural Requirements) of this report documents opportunities for public
involvement in the preparation of the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan.
9. The table below summarizes the list of content requirements found in ORS 457.085 and
provided the page number in the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan where those content
requirements are addressed.
ORS 457.085 Content Requirements and Page Number in the
Downtown Urban Renewal Plan Where this Content is Addressed
Urban Renewal Plan Requirements Pae:e(s)
Description of Urban Renewal Projects 14
Outline for Development/RedevelopmentlLand ACQuisition 13
Maps and Legal Description of the Renewal Area 26,27
Relationship of the PIan to Local Objectives 6
Proposed Land Uses 11
Provisions for Relocation 23
Property ACQuisition 19
Division ofTaxes'and Maximum Indebtedness 22
Plan Amendment Procedures 21
Public Buildings 15
Urban Renewal Plan Report Requirements Pae:e
Description of Existing Conditions in the Renewal Area 7
Reasons for Selecting the Urban Renewal Area 16
Relationship of the Projects to the Plan 16
Estimated Project Costs and Source of Funds 17
Anticipated Completion Dates for Projects 19
Amount of Money Required for the District and Anticipated Debt Retirement 19
Financial Feasibility of the Plan 26
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ORS 457.095 lists certain determinations and fmdings regarding the Downtown Urban Renewal
Plan (plan) aild Report that must be included in any adopting ordinance considered by the City
Council.
These determinations and fmdings must conclude:
1. The urban renewal area is blighted;
2. Rehabilitation and redevelopment is necessary to protect the public health, safety or
welfare of the municipality;
3. The urban renewal plan conforms to the comprehensive plan and economic development
plan, if any, of the municipality as a whole and provides an outline for accomplishing the
urban renewal projects the urban renewal plan proposes;
4. 'Provision has been made to house displaced persons within their fmancial means in
accordance with ORS 35.500 to 35.530 and, except in the relocation of elderly or
disabled individuals, without displacing on priority lists persons already waiting for
existing federally subsidized housing;
5. If acquisition of real property is provided for, that it is necessary;
6. Adoption and carrying out of the urban renewal plan is economically sound and feasible;
and
7. The municipality shall assume and complete any activities prescribed it by the urban
renewal plan.
Presented below are findings and determinations concerning those issues listed in the statute.
1. The urban renewal area is blighted;
Addressing blight is central to the purpose of urban renewal districts. The Oregon Revised
Statutes (ORS 457.010) defmes "blight" as follows (underliniIig is added for emphasis, and
numeration is added for clarity):
"Blighted areas mean areas which, by reason of deterioration, faulty planning, inadequate
or improper facilities, deleterious land use or the existence of unsafe structures, or any
combination of these factors, are detrimental to the safety, health or welfare of the
community. A blighted area is characterized by the existence of one or more of the
following conditions:
.' 1. The existence of buildings and structures, used or intended to be used for living,
commercial, industrial or other purposes, or any combination of those uses, which are
unfit or unsafe to occupy for those purposes because of anyone or a combination of the
following conditions:
a) Defective design and quality of physical construction;
b) Faulty interior arrangement and exterior spacing;
c) Overcrowding and a high density of population; .
d) Inadequate provision for ventilation, light, sanitation, open spaces and recreation
facilities;
e) Obsolescence, deterioration, dilapidation, mixed character or shifting of uses;
t) An economic dislocation, deterioration or disuse of property resulting from faulty
planning;
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g) The division or subdivision and sale of property or iots of irregular form and
shape and inadequate size or dimensions for property usefulness and development;
and
h) The laying out of property or lots in disregard of contours, drainage and other
physical characteristics of the terrain and surrounding conditions;
2. The existence of inadequate streets and other rights-of-way, open spaces and utilities;
3. The existence of property or lots or other areas which are subject to inundation by
water;
4. A prevalence of depreciated values, impaired investments and social and economic
maladjustments to such an extent that the capacity to pay taxes is reduced and tax receipts
are inadequate for the cost of public services rendered;
5. A growing or total lack of proper utilization of areas, resulting in a stagnant and
unproductive condition of land potentially useful and valuable for contnbuting to the
public health, safety, and welfare; or
6. A loss of population and reduction of proper utilization of the area, resulting in its
further deterioration and added costs to the taxpayer for the creation of new public
facilities and services elsewhere."
Note that it is not necessary for each of the cited conditions to be present in the renewal area, or
that these conditions are prevalent in each and every sector of the urban renewal area.
Findings:
1 O. A 2004 physical survey of buildings by Springfield community development staff in the
downtown area revealed that 59% of downtown structures fit the Department of Housing
and Urban Development's (HOD) criteria for blight. This is significantly higher than the
25% threshold required to qualify for HOD designation as a blighted area.
This survey of downtown buildings was completed as part of an amendment to the FY
2000 Five Year Eugene-Springfield Consolidated Plan that established the HOD blight
designation for downtown Springfield. The survey found that the condition of some of
these properties may make it economically infeasible to rehabilitate or repair them. As a
result, HOD approved the designation of the downtown as a blighted area, enabling the
area to qualify for special assistance under the CDBG program.
11. Recognition of blighted conditions within the downtown area goes back to the early
1980's. The 1984 "Downtown Tomorrow" repQrt of the Springfield Downtown
Commission, opens with this observation of conditions in the DowntoWn: "Downtown
Springfield has needed revitalization for a long time. The jumbled mix of signs, vacant
buildings, ragged patches of landscaping, crumbling sidewalks, and heavy vehicle
through-traffic vividly portray a lack of care and a message of neglect. "
12. A survey of the urban renewal area in July 2007 by Springfield planning staff confirms
the urban renewal area contains buildings in various states of disrepair including
residential properties (along South Mill and South 18th); commercial properties (along
Main Street and South A); and industrial properties (south of South A). These buildings
show evidence of extensive deterioration of roofmg, siding, foundations, steps, and
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exterior trim. Repairing and maintaining downtown buildings IS essential for the
recovery of any historic district.
13. The Springfield Station Specific Area Plan Report (July 2001) reported that "retail rents
average $.50 to $1.00 per square foot per month in Downtown Springfield, which tends
to work against redevelopment of most income producing properties. That is, significant
redevelopment and new development will not (generally speaking) be economically
feasible without higher rents, incentives, subsidies, and/or catalyst developments such as
government buildings." Commercial lease rates today remain low compared to the
remainder of the Eugene-Springfield market. This has made it difficult for property
owners to maintain existing buildings and has worked against privately fmanced
rehabilitation and redevelopment. This has contributed to the continuing deterioration
and blight conditions in the downtown area.
2.' Rehabilitation and redevelopment is necessary to protect the public health, safety or
welfare of the municipality;
Findings:
14. ORS 457.010(5) l~ blight conditions such as the "lack of proper utilization of areas,
resulting in a stagnant and unproductive condition of land" to public health, safety, and
the welfare of the municipality. By this definition, remediation of blight promotes public
health, safety and the welfare of the community.
15. The Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report document the existence of blight in the
urban renewal area. These documents also outline projects and expenditures that use
redevelopment and rehabilitation to remove blight from the area. It is necessary to
eliminate blight in order to protect the health, safety and welfare of the City of
Springfield.
3. The urban renewal plan conforms to the comprehensive plan and economic
development plan, if any, of the municipality as a whole and provides an outline for
accomplishing the urban renewal projects the urban renewal plan proposes;
Findings:
16. The Eugene Springfield Metropolitan Area General Plan (Metro Plan) is the
comprehensive plan guiding Springfield's 'development. The Metro Plan inciudes an
"Economic Element" that describes policies for economic development. The Downtown
Refmement Plan is a more' detailed. description of comprehensive plan policies for the
Downtown area. It also contains an "Economic Element." The City has no adopted
Economic Plan document.
17. Policies found in the Metro Plan and Downtown Refinement Plan support. efforts to keep
the central business districts healthy and support using a variety of public financing
mechanisms to help in thO!~e efforts.
18. The Metro Plan, Economic Element Policy B.l4, states: "Continue efforts to keep the
Eugene and Springfield central business districts as vital centers of the metropolitan
area."
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19. The Downtown Refinement Plan, Economic Element Policy 3, states: "The City shall
maintain a variety of strategies and funding sources as incentives to development and
redevelopment of the Downtown. This should include, but not be limited to: State
Revolving Loan Funds; Industrial Development Revenue Bonds; Oregon Business
Development Fund; state lottery funds; CDBG grants and loan programs; tax increment
financing; local improvement districts; economic improvement districts; and, special
assessment districts."
20. Appendix 2 of the Plan contains numerous references to the Metro Plan, Downtown
Refmement Plan and other planning documents that support many of the individual
projects described in the Plan.
4. Provision has been made to house displaced persons within their financial means in
accordance with ORS 35.500 to 35.530 and, except in the relocation of elderly or
disabled individuals, without displacing on priority lists persons already waiting for
existingfederally subsidized housing;
Finding:
21. The Plan and Report do not specify projects that would require relocation of persons.
Section 1200 of the Plan (pg. 23) describes how the issue would be handled should
relocation of individuals be required. Section 1200 states:
"To the extent required by law, the Springfield Economic Development Agency (SEDA)
will provide relocation assistance to all persons or businesses displaced temporarily or
permanently by project activities. As required, those displaced will be given assistance in
fmding replacement properties. As required, all persons or businesses which may be
displaced will be contacted to determine specific relocation needS and will be provided
information on available housing or commercial/industrial property as may be applicable,
and will be given assistance in moving. All relocation activities will be undertaken and
payments made in accordance with the requirements of ORS 35.500-35.530 and any
other applicable laws or regulations.
Relocation payments will be made as provided in ORS 35.510. PaymentS made to
persons displaced from dwellings will assure that they will have available to them decent,
safe, and sanitary dwellings at costs or rents within their fmancial reach. As required,
payment for moving expenses will be made to residents and businesses displaced. SEDA
may contract with Oregon Department of Transportation or other parties to help
administer its relocation program."
5. q acquisition of real property is provided for, that it is necessary;
The Plan does not specify any property acquisitions and does not allocate revenues for property
acquisition. The Plan reserves the right to acquire property, if needed, under the procedures
detailed in Section 700 of the Plan.
6. Adoption and carrying out of the urban renewal plan is economically sound and
feasible; and
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Staff Report
November 19,2007
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Findings:
22. Charles Kupper, a consultant hired to assist the City with the preparation of the Plan and
the Report, used data from the city and from the Lane Assessor's Office to complete
Tables 7, 8, and 9 in the Report (pages 21-27). These tables estimate cash flow, project
revenues, project costs and the taxes foregone by taxing bodies over the life of the Plan.
23. Section 500 of the Report provides a fmancial analysis of the Plan. The maximum
allowable debt under the proposed 25 million dollar project budget is $43,010,000. The
Plan balances the project costs and debt load with reasonable estimates of revenues
(Table 7). The balance achieved demonstrated the general feasibility of the Plan. Actual
project' spending will depend on tangible revenues or resources available at the time of
project initiation.
7. Th.e municipality shall assume and complete any activities prescribed it by the urban
renewal plan...
The Plan lists categories of spending (Report Table 9, pg. 27) as well as specific projects.
Spending will be restricted to these categories and to the 25 million dollars in project costs and
the associated maximum indebtedness. Spending is generally limited to projects within the urban
renewal boundaries and to the 25 million dollars in project costs listed in the Plan.
Conclusion and Recommendation
The findings and determinations contained in this report demonstrate that the Downtown Urban
Renewal Plan and Report provide a sufficient basis for the City Council to make the required
fmdings found in ORS 457.095. StafIrecommends that the City Council approve the Downtown
Urban Renewal Plan.
DoWntown Urban Renewal Plan and Report
Staff Report
Navember 19,2007
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ATTACf.IMENT 1 - 14
DOWNTOWN URBAN RENEWAL PLAN/REPORT COMMENTS AND STAFF RECOMMENDED REVISIONS
Comment Source Plan/Re ort Section and Pa e Staff Recommended Revisions
Willamalane (Bob Report Tables 6 & 9 Proposed Re-examination of the inclusion of Meadow Park within the Downtown Urban
Keefer) Projects, pg. 18 & 27: Include Renewal Boundary. No assessed value impacts would be associated with the
Meadow Park Improvements in Urban revision, and SEDA would ultimately determine whether any urban renewal
Renewal boundary and Project List funding would be used in the park, but that option would remain available if the
park is included in the boundary. If included, conforming language (recalculate
acreages in the Plan, revise the legal description and map, etc.) would also be
made in the final Draft Plan and Report before presented for adoption on
November 26.
Add short descriptions of the benefits of identified possible public projects in
section 600 of the Downtown Plan. This amendment would identify and allow for
foreseen special circumstances such as completing a project that may lie both in
and outside of the identified Downtown urban renewal boundary. (See Below)
Proposed
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Plan Section 600, pg 15: Describe
further the "benefits" of the public
buildings listed in the projects
Plan Section 600, pg. 15: Note the
projects that are both in and out of the
UR Plan area
Report Section, Table 6 Proposed
Projects, pg. 18: Increase amount
spent on "off-street surface parking"
Note the projects that are both in and out of the Downtown Urban Renewal
District. (See Staff Recommendation Above)
Provide a project amount of $250,000, in the list of proposed SEDA projects for
"Public Facilities" and an offsetting decrease in funding for Island Park Upgrades
from $3,000,000 to $2,775,000 so the larger category "Public Facilities" is
unchanged. The actual amounts for each project would be based on actual
needs of the project when it is proposed, the annual budget approved by the
Budget Committee, and subsequent approvals from the Board.
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Keefer)
Report 500D, pg. 24: Adjust Schools
Revenue Forgone statement and
Report Table 8, pg. 25: footnote
Report Section, Tables 6 & 9
Proposed Projects, pg. 18 & 27:
Include Memorial Building in Urban
Renewal boundary and Project List
Substitute, as recommended by the Planning Commission, the language used in
the Glenwood Urban Renewal Report: "Under the current method of funding K-
12 level education, the urban renewal program will not result in revenue losses
for those educational units of government."
Provide for the project in the list of proposed SEDA projects for "Public Facilities"
by revising the description to "Willamalane Park and Memorial Facilities..." with
no change in the funding of $1,000,000 so the larger category "Public Facilities"
is unchanged. The actual amounts for each project would be based on actual
needs of the project when it is proposed, the annual budget approved by the
Budget Committee, and subsequent approvals from the Board.
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Report Section 400, pg. 17: Provide
more information and better linkages
between proposed project activities
and the effect on existing blighted
conditions in the Plan area
The information linking project activities and existing conditions is within the Plan
and the Report, but Section 400 currently provides sparse information and no
references. Proposed revisions would state the linkages, refer to currrent
conditions, and provide more information regarding the effect of projects on
existing and blighted conditions in the renewal Plan area.
Updated for November 26,2007 Meeting: ATTACHMENT 2
PROPOSED REVISION #l-Page 1
PROPOSED REVISION #1
PLAN, Page 27
EXHIBIT 1 LEGAL DESCRIPTION
(This information will be available at the meeting November 26 should Meadow Park be
included in the Plan Boundary)
REPORT, Page 18
Table 6. Proposed Downtown Urban Renewal Projects
Auaust 31, 2007: Estimated Costs and Completion Dates .
Expected
Project Completion SEDA Share
c. Public Facilities 2025 $6,150,000
Soringfield Librarv Building $1,000,000
Downtown Parking Structure $3,000,000
Downtown Off-Street Surface Parking Construction and Rehabilitation $25,000
Downtown Public Art $500,000
Willamalane Parks and Memorial Facilities Upgrades, Improvements and Expansions
(Including Parking) $1,000,000
Federally Qualified Health Center $150,000
Springfield Museum $100,000
Main Street Dual Use Parkin!!/Civic Plaza (Between Museum and Arts Center) $75,000
Public Perfonnance Soace Imnrovements $250,000
REPORT, Page 27
Table 9., Project Estimating Detail (Reflects Detail from Table 6)
Auaust 31, 2007: Estimated Costs and Comoletion Dates
TOTAL
, Expected SEDA OTHER PROJECT
CATEGORY
PROJECT Completion SHARE SHARE COST
C. Public Facilities 2025 $6,100,000 $12.175,000 $18,275,000
Springfield Library Building $1,000,000 $2,000,000
Downtown Parking Structure $3,000,000 $5,000,000
Downtown Off-Street Surface Parking Construction
and Rehabilitation $25,000 $100,000
Downtown Public Art $500,000 $500,000
Willamalane Parks and Memorial Facilities Upgrades,
Improvements and Expansions (Including Parking) $1,000,000 $3,000,000
Federally Qualified Health Center , $150,000 $1,350,000
Springfield Museum $100,000
Main Street Dual Use Parking/Civic Plaza (Between
Museum and Arts Center) , $75,000 $75,000
Public Perfonnance Space Improvements $250,000 $150,000
Attachment 2-2
PROPOSED REVISION #2-Page 1
PROPOSED REVISION #2
PLAN, Page 15:
3. Public Facilities Improvements.*
These activities include construction and improvement of public facilities throughout the
Downtown Urban Renewal District including the list below and the brief explanations following:
· Relocation of a Downtown fire station:
· Construction of a Springfield Library building;
· Downtown parking construction and upgrades:
· Downtown public art showcases:
. Island Park Facilities Upgrades:
. Springfield Museum improvements:
· School District facility upgrades: and
· Millrace improvements. restoration: and supporting land acquisition
The relocation of a Downtown fire station will provide better coverage of service to the
Downtown area. Complete coverage will become increasingly important as the population. both
commercial and residential. within the Downtown Urban Renewal District rise.
Construction of a new Springfield Library facility will allow for future expansion while
adequately serving the patrons of today. With a larger facility the Library will be able to offer
increased services. attracting additional citizens to the Downtown area.
Convenient. safe. visible parking facilities are necessary supports for any downtown business
center. Downtown parking upgrades and the construction of a new parking facility will provide
much needed parking to the retail core of Downtown. as well as to surrounding employment and
residential centers.
Downtown art such as the murals that currently grace the walls of downtown buildings create an
interesting and attractive environment that replaces the graffiti and deteriorating building
exteriors that are typical of blighted areas. Visitors to these sites add to the downtown economy
as many shop and eat in the downtown as well.
Improving Island Park Facilities will enhance the park environment along the waterfront and
within the Downtown Core. Parks increase the Quality of life by serving as enioyable gathering
places for visitors. residents. and employees of the downtown area.
Improvements to the Springfield Museum facility will increase Downtown visits and foot traffic
by providing an enhanced amenity and honoring Springfield heritage and pride. '
Upgrades to School District 19 facilities will increase the quality of learning environment and
efficiency of services provided to affected students and surrounding residences.
Restoration and improvements to proiects within the Renewal Area. extending outside the
boundary. such as the Millrace/pond may occur. The Springfield Millrace/pond will increase the
Attachment 2-3
PROPOSED REVISION #2-Page 2 '
land value while providing a healthy amenity for the Downtown area. A portion of the
Millrace/pond is located outside both the Springfield city limits and the Downtown urban
renewal district boundary. The Urban Renewal Agency may make improvements to the
Springfield Millrace in its entirety. possibly extending outside the city limits and the urban
renewal boundary as these improvements will ensure the quality and sustainability of the entire
proiect.
Public improvements such as those listed above are important supports to the function of a
healthy downtown. Parks. the Springfield Museum. the Island Park Facilities. and the Millrace
improvement proiects are positive attractors to the downtown area and provide services and .
amenities to downtown employees. Proiects within the Renewal Area. extending outside the
boundary. such as the Millrace/pond. may exist. Provisions have been made within the proiect
list. included as Table 6 and 9 in the Report on this Plan. for such circumstances.
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Other specific proiects may be identified during the life of this plan.
* Urban renewal funds will contribute to the proiects listed above. It is not assumed that these
proiects will be entirely funded with urban renewal funds.
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Attachment 2-4
PROPOSED REVISION #3-Page 1
PROPOSED REVISION #3
PLAN, Page 15
Restoration and improvements to proiects within the Renewal Area extending outside the
boundary. such as the Millrace/pond. may occur. The Springfield Millrace/pond will increase
the land value while providing a healthy amenity for the Downtown area. A portion of the
Millrace/pond is located outside both the Springfield city limits and the Downtown urban
renewal district boundary. The Urban Renewal Agency may make improvements to the
Springfield Millrace in its entirety. possibly extending outside the city limits and the urban
renewal boundary as these improvements will ensure the Quality and sustainability of the entire
proiect. .
Attachment 2-5
PROPOSED REVISION #4-Page 1
PROPOSED REVISION #4
REPORT, Page 18
Table 6. Proposed Downtown Urban Renewal Projects
Auaust 31, 2007: Estimated Costs and Comoletion Dates
. Expected
Project Completion SEDA Share
C. Public Facilities 2025 $6,150.000
Springfield Library Building $1,000,000
Downtown Parking Structure $2,775,000
Downtown Off-Street Surface Parking Construction and Rehabilitation $250,000
Downtown Public Art $500,000
Willamalane Parks and Memorial Facilities Upgrades. Improvements and Expansions
(Including Parking) $1,000,000
Federally Qualified Health Center $150,000
Springfield Museum $100,000
Main Street Dual Use Parking/Civic Plaza (Between Museum and Arts Center) $75,000
Public Performance Space Irnorovements - $250,000
REPORT, Page 27
Table 9. Project Estimating Detail (Reflects Detail from Table 6)
C
Auaust 31, 2007: Estimated Costs and omoletion Dates
TOTAL
EXDected SEDA OTHER PROJECT
CATEGORY
PROJECT Completion SHARE SHARE COST
C. Public Facilities 2025 $6,100.000 $12,175.000 $18,275.000
Springfield Library Building $1,000,000 $2,000,000 .
Downtown Parking Structure . $2,775,000 $5,000,000
Downtown Off-Street Surface Parking Construction
and Rehabilitation $250,000 $100,000
Downtown Public Art $500,000 $500,000
Willamalane Parks and Memorial Facilities Upgrades, ..
Improvements and Expansions (Including Parking) $1,000,000 $3,000,000
Federally Qualified Health Center $150,000 $1,350,000
Springfield Museum $100,000
Main Street Dual Use Parking/Civic Plaza (Between . ~
Museum and Arts Center) $75,000 $75,000
Public Performance Space Improvements $250,000 $150,000
Attachment 2-6
PROPOSED REVISION #5-Page 1
PROPOSED REVISION #5
REPORT, Page 24
Impact on Schools
Under the current method of funding K-12 level education, the urban renewal program will not
result in revenue IQsses for those educational units of government. School and ESD revenue
foregone is replaced dollar-for-dollar by State funds, and does not affect per student funding.
REPORT, Page 25
Table 8. Taxes Foregone by Affected Taxing Bodies
Draft Plan - $25.02 Million in 2007 cost
Estimated Revenue foregone 19 Year Period
Year
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
Will Park &
Lane County Spfld Rec S019 ESO LCC
Tax rate Tax Rate Tax Rate Tax Rate Tax Rate Tax Rate
1.2726 4.7203 1.9647 4.6412 0.2233 0.6165
Cumulative New
Incremental Foregone On Foregone On Foregone On Foregone On Foregone On Foregone On
Values in area New Values New Values New Values New Values New Values New Values
$2,759,801 $3,512 $13,027 $5,422 $12,809 $616 $1,701
$20,253,797 $25,775 $95,604 $39,793 $94,002 $4,523 $12,486
$38,893,078 $49,495 $183,587 $76,413 $180,511 $8,685 $23,978
$42,722,439 $54,369 $201,663 $83,937 $198,283 $9,540 $26,338
$66,201,507 $84,248 $312,491 $130,066 $307,254 $14,783 $40,813
$100,762,650 $128,231 $475,630 $197,968 $467,660 $22,500 $62,120
$106,293,424 $135,269 $501,737 $208,835 $493,329 $23,735 $65,530
$166,480,294 $211,863 $785,837 $327,084 $772,668 $37,175 $102,635
$193,362,704 $246,073 $912,730 $379,900 $897,435 $43,178 $119,208
$216,762,479 $275,852 $1,023,184 $425,873 $1,006,038 $48,403 $133,634
$225,483,249 $286,950 $1,064,349 $443,007 $1,046,513 $50,350 $139,010
$234,443,839 $298,353 $1,106,645 $460,612 $1,088,101 $52,351 $144,535
$258,309,146 $328,724 $1,219,297 $507,500 $1,198,864 $57,680 $159,248
$268,172,449 $341,276 ) $1,265,854 $526,878 $1,244,642 $59,883 $165,328
$278,306,993 $354,173 $1,313,692 $546,790 $1,291,678 $62,146 $171,576
$288,720,236 $367,425 $1,362,846 $567,249 $1,340,008 $64,471 $177,996
$299,419,844 $381,042 $1,413,351 $588,270 $1,389,667 $66,860 $184,592
$310,413,691 $395,032 $1,465,246 $609,870 $1,440,692 $69,315 $191,370
$321,709,869 $409,408 $1,518,567 $632,063 $1,493,120 $71,838 $198,334
Total
PV @3.5%
$3,967,663
$2,388,675
$14,716,770
$10,438,743
$6,125,466 $14,470,155
$4;344,8~0 . $10,263,816
$696,196 $1,922,100
$493,818 $1,363,364
Note: Under the current method of funding K-12 level education,.the urban renewal program will not result in
revenue losses for those educational units of government. School and ESO revenue foreQone is replaced dolfar-
for-dollar bv State funds, and does not affect per student fundinQ.
PV = Present value of therevenue foregone. This adjusts future dollarsto 2007 dollar totals.
Attachment 2-7 .
PROPOSED REVISION #6-Page 1
PROPOSED REVISION #6
REPORT, Page 18
Table 6. Proposed Downtown Urban Renewal Projects
A 007 E C t d C I r 0
uaust 31, 2 stimated os s an omOle Ion ates
Expected
Project Completion SEDA Share
C. Public Facilities 2025 $6,150,000
Springfield Library Building $1,000,000
Downtown Parking Structure $3,000,000
Downtown Off-Street Surface Parkin~ Construction and Rehabilitation $25,000
Downtown Public Art $500,000
Willamalane Parks and Memorial Facilities Upgrades, Improvements and Expansions
(Including Parking) $1,000,000
Federallv Qualified Health Center $150,000
Springfield Museum $100,000
Main Street Dual Use Parking/Civic Plaza (Between Museum and Arts Center) $75,000
Public Performance Space Improvements . $250,000
REPORT, Page 27
Table 9. Project Estimating Detail (Reflects Detail from Table 6)
Auaust 31, 2007: Estimated Costs and Completion Dates
TOTAL
Expected SEDA OTHER PROJECT
CATEGORY
PROJECT Completion SHARE SHARE COST
.
C. Public Facilities 2025 $6,100.000 $12,175.000 $18.275.000
. Springfield Library Building $1,000,000 $2,000,000
Downtown Parking Structure $3,000,000 $5,000,000
Downtown Off-Street Surface Parking Construction
and Rehabilitation $25,000 $100,000
Downtown Public Art $500,000 $500,000
Willamalane Parks and Memorial Facilities Upgrades,
Improvements and Expansions (Including Parking) $1,000,000 $3,000,000
Federally Qualified Health Center $150,000 $1,350,000
Springfield Museum $100,000
Main Street Dual Use Parking/Civic Plaza (Between
Museum and Arts Center) $75,000 $75,000
Public Performance Space Improvements $250,000 $150,000
Attachment 2-8
PROPOSED REVIS ON #7- Page 1
PROPOSED REVISIONS #7
PLAN, Page 13
500. OUTLINE OF DEVELOPMENT
Projects designed to eliminate blight and deterioration in the urban renewal area are a key
component of the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan. Blighting conditions found in the
downtown area constrain future development called for in the Downtown Refinement
Plan and other City planning documents. The Plan's projects and activities include:
1. Improvements to streets, curbs, and sidewalks, as described in Section 600A of
this Plan, will address blighting conditions noted in Section lOOA of the Report
on this Plan, and will encourage new development in the project area, also
addressing pedestrian and vehicular safety problems;
2. Improvements to water, storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure, as described in
Section 600A of this Plan, will address blighting conditions noted in Section
100A of the Report on this Plan, and will encourage new development in the
project area;
3. Improvements.to the visual appearance of the renewal area, as described in
Section 600A of this Plan, will provide a safer, more attractive pedestrian
environment, including streetscape and landscape improvements, and
development of public parks and open spaces, as described in Section 100A of the
Report on this Plan;
4. Improvements to existing public parking facilities and construction of new public
. facilities as needed to meet current and future needs, as described in Section 600A
of this Plan, will address the current parking conditions noted in Section 100A of
the Report on this Plan;
5. Financial assistance to rehabilitate and renovate blighted properties in the renewal
area, as described in Section 600B of this Plan will address blighting conditions
noted in Section 100A of the Report on this Plan;
6 Financial assistance to. encourage new construction, as described in Section 600B
of this Plan, will address conditions noted in Section 100A of the Report on this
Plan, and contribute to economic and social revitalization within the renewal area;
7. Acquisition and disposal ofland for public improvements, rights':'of-way; utility
improvements, and private development, as described in Section 600C of this
Plan, will address conditions noted in Section 100A of the Report on this Plan;
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PROPOSED REVIS ON #7 - Page 2
8. Administration and support of the Renewal Agency and the Downtown Urban
Renewal Plan, as described in Section 600D of this Plan, will assure the plan is
carried out effectively, as noted in Section 400 of the Report on this Plan.
Please refer to Section 600 of this Plan for further descrivtion of urban renewal projects
to be undertaken within the Downtown Urban Renewal Area.
PLAN, Page 14
600. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECTS TO BE UNDERTAKEN
In order to achieve the objectives ofthis Plan, the following activities will be undertaken
on behalf of the City by the Springfield Economic Development Agency (SEDA) the
City's Urban Renewal Agency in accordance with applicable federal, state, county, and
city laws, policies, and procedures. SEDA may fund these activities in full, or in part, or
seek other sources of funding for them. The list of projects was developed during the
public involvement process as the most imvortant projects to undertake. The intent in
describing these projects and activities includes establishing, through this Plan, the
general and specific authority to undertake these projects and activities within the urban
renewal area. It is not possible to foresee all the changing conditions and events that may
occur during the life of this plan. It is therefore expected that other specific projects will
be identified during the life of the Plan. Such projects will be added to the plan by
amendment, if such amendment is required by Section 900 of this plan. . These projects
and activities may be modified, or expanded upon as needed'to meet renewal plan
objectives. Changes will be Undertaken in accordance with procedures for amendments to
this Plan.
A. PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
Public improvements include the construction, repair, or replacement of sidewalks,
streets, parking, parks and open spaces, pedestrian amenities, water, sanitary sewer and
storm sewer facilities, wetlands and riverside/riparian improvements, and other public.
facilities necessary to carry out the goals and objectives of this Plan.
1. Street Construction and Circulation Improvements.
These provide the construction of improvements throughout the urban renewal area
and include, but are not limited to, landscaping, construction, reconstruction,
repair or replacement of streets, sidewalks, bike and pedestrian amenities, public
transit facilities, and acquisition of land, right of ways, easements and other land
rights. Identified projects include:
South A and Main Street couplet redesign;
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PROPOSED REVIS ON #7 - Page 3
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North A "Civic Street" curb and streets cape improvements; and .
Pedestrian amenity improvements on A Street from 8th to Mill Street.
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Other specific projects may be identified during the life of this plan~
2. Infrastructure and Utilities Improvements.
These activities allow SEDA to construct and improve infrastructure and utilities
throughout the Downtown Urban Renewal District. These projects include, but are not
limited to, construction, reconstruction, repair, upgrading, and over sizing or replacement
of electric, water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage facilities, relocation of overhead line
to underground locations, and acquisition of land, right of ways, easements and other land
rights. SEDA shall, as deemed appropriate, assist the utility providers in building new
links and repairing and upgrading selected portions of these utility service systems to
enhance opportunities or secure development. Identified projects including:
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Undergrounding of overhead utilities from Mill to 10th Street and between So. A
and B Street; and
Stormwater system upgrades to provide adequate capacJty for a fully developed
renewal area.
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Other specific projects may be identified during the life of this plan.
4. Parks, Recreation, Pedestrian and Bike Corridors, and Other Public Amenity
Improvements.
These activities will include, but are not limited to, pedestrian, bicycle and transit
connections linking the renewal area with adjacent areas in and around Downtown.
Improvements to these connections may include, but are not limited to, street lighting,
trash receptacles, benches, historical markers, street trees and landscaping, and signage.
Actual projects may include:
· Downtown Millrace Access, Restoration, and Improvements
· Downtown Parks Development and Improvements
Other specific projects may be identified during the life of this plan.
SEDA may participate in funding the design, acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of
existing or new park sites or other appropriate public spaces, or parks or public facilities
within the urban renewal area, including improvements listed in the Willamalane Parks
and Recreation Comprehensive Plan. These park and pedestrian-friendly improvements
include suitable signage, markers, art and related improvements to signify the major
assets in the renewal area and the entrances to the City. These projects will improve the
visual appearance of the renewal area by adding public amenities downtown.
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PROPOSED REVIS ON #7 - Page 4
PLAN, Page 23
1200. RELOCATION.
To the extent required by law, SEDA will provide relocation assistance to all persons or
businesses displaced temporarily or permanently by project activities. As required, those
displaced will be given assistance in finding replacement properties. As required, all
persons or businesses which may be displaced will be contacted to determine specific
relocation needs and will be provided information on available housing or
commercial/industrial property as may be applicable, and .will be given assistance in
moving. All relocation activities will be undertaken and payments made in accordance
with the requirements ofORS 35.500-35.530 and any other applicable laws or
regulations.
Relocation payments will be made as provided in ORS 281.060. Payments made to
persons displaced from dwellings will assure that they will have available to them decent,
safe, and sanitary dwellings at costs or rents within their financial reach. As required,
payment for moving expenses will be made to residents and businesses displaced. SEDA
may contract with Oregon Department of Transportation or other parties to help
administer its relocation program.
REPORT, Page 14
100C. ECONOMIC CONDITIONS
See Sections 100A & 100B. Table 3 for discussions on economic conditions.
REPORT, Page 16
300. REASONS FOR SELECTING THE URBAN RENEWAL AREA
The Urban Renewal Plan Area was selected based on Downtown Refinement Plan and
the Eugene Springfield Metro Area General Plan goals, objectives, and policies and on
the existence of blighting conditions within the area. The project area evidences the
following characteristics of blight: . ~
· A lack of proper utilization ofland planned for tax producing purposes.
· Deficiencies in streets, curb, sidewalk, water and sewer services in the project
. area.
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PROPOSED REVIS ON #7 - Page 5
. Deficiencies in public recreation and open space opportunities.
. Poor visual and aesthetic conditions, contributing to a low level of investment in
the project area.
. Poor building conditions in the project area.
. A prevalence of low values and lack of investment in the project area, and
reduced tax receipts resulting there from.
For further discussion of the above characteristics of blight, please see Section 100,
"Description of existing conditions in the urban renewal area."
Conditions within the Renewal Area exist and satisfy the definitions of blight in ORS
457.010. Treating and curing these conditions are reasons for selecting this renewal
area.
REPORT, Page 17
400. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PROJECT ACTIVITIES AND
EXISTING CONDITIONS IN THE DOWNTOWN URBAN
RENEW ALAREA
The Downtown urban renewal area suffers from multiple physical issues ranging from
deteriorated infrastructure systems such as streets, sidewalks and buildings to
undersized and outdated sanitary sewer and storm-water facilities. The plan area
struggles to retain commercial and retail tenants. Vacancy rates are high and parking is
poor. The example projects listed in Tables 6 and 9 of this Report (pages 18 and 27),
and discussed in Section 600 of the Urban Renewal Plan, address needed urban renewal
area improvements. . These improvements, with brief descriptions of existing plan area
conditions, are outlined in the paragraphs below.
STREET CONSTRUCTION AND CIRCULATION IMPROVEMENTS
The general condition of the street infrastructure in the prolect area is typical
with that of an older town. Most of the streets in the urban renewal area were
constructed decades ago. Unimproved and substandard streets are found in the
areas south of the Main and South "A' Streets corridor. Main and South "A"
Streets from the Willamette River bridges, east to 19th Street, are deteriorating.
Eventual reconstruction will be necessary for other collector segments in the
plan area due to age. As outlined in project category A. Street Construction and
Circulation Improvements, Tables 6 and 9,street construction and circulation
improvements would be performed throughout the renewal area to improve the
traffic infrastructure and lower the current City cost of maintenance. Examples
include the redesign and construction of the South "A" and Main Street couplet
and North "A" curb and streetscape improvements. (Please refer to the attached
Urban Renewal Plan, Section 600, page 14, for further discussion of example
proi ects.)
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The current streets cape in the urban renewal area consists of little to no
pedestrian amenities. Street trees can be found along both Main Street and
South "A" but sidewalks area narrow in areas, rarely providing amenities such
as benches, trash receptacles, or planters. Awnings are inconsistent, exposing
pedestrians to the elements, As outlined in project category A. Street
Construction and Circulation Improvements.. Tables 6 and 9, streetscape
activities and pedestrian amenities would improve the visual appearance of the
area, and provide a better climate for new investment in the project area. An
example may include improvements to pedestrian level street lighting. (Please
refer to the attached Urban Renewal Plan, Section 600, page 14, for further
discussion of example projects.)
INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES IMPROVEMENTS
The current storm water drainage system in the urban renewal area is
functioning for the majority of the area. Roadside ditches can still be found
along some areas of South Main Street. The age of the storm pipe system range
from the 1950's to the 1990' s and is comprised mostly of concrete pipe. There
is a need to replace aging and undersized lines. Similarly, the sanitary sewer
system consists primarily of concrete pipe, dating from the late 1940' s changing
to PVC pipe when lines have been rehabilitated. As outlined in Tables 6 and 9,
project category B, Infrastructure and Utilities Improvements would be made
throughout the renewal area. These improvements would upgrade the existing
dated systems, to current acceptable standards, decreasing the yearly cost of
maintenance and increasing the overall efficiency. Example projects include,
construction, reconstruction, repair, upgrading, and over sizing or replacement
of electric, water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage facilities, and relocation of
overhead line to underground locations. (Please refer to the attached Urban
Renewal Plan, Section 600, page 14, for further discussion on proposed
projects. )
PUBLIC FACILITIES. PARKS. RECREATION. PEDESTRIAN. AND
OTHER AMENITY IMPROVEMENTS
The current state of public facilities, parks, and other amenities in the urban
renewal area lend to deteriorating buildings, undersized public facilities, and
parks needing improvements and upgrades. The current Springfield Public
Library has outgrown its small space in City Hall. This constriction limits the
ability to offer amenities to community members. Public open space and parks
within the area are in need of facility and access improvements. As outlined in
Tables 6 and 9, project categories C. Public Facilities and D. Parks, Recreation,
Pedestrian, and Bike Corridors and Other Amenities, redevelopment of and
improvements to public buildings, parks, and open spaces would treat
deficiencies and increase the number of visits to the Downtown area. Example
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projects include a new Springfield Public Library building, additional public art
displays, park upgrades and expansions, the construction of a federally Qualified
health center, Springfield Museum improvements, and the addition of, or
improvements to, public performance spaces. (Please refer to the attached
Urban Renewal Plan, Section 600, pages 15-16, for further discussion on
proposed projects.)
Parking remains a real and perceived issue for downtown merchants. The lack
of parking has had a negative affect on the level of economic investment in the
area. Not withstanding all of the benefits that will accrue from an improved
pedestrian environment, few downtown businesses have been able to survive on
a customer base derived solely from foot-traffic. As outlined in Tables 6 and 9,
project category C. Public Facilities, parking improvements and additions would
make it easier for tourists and visitors to shop, or take advantage of recreational
opportunities, thereby encouraging expenditures and new investments in the
area. Example projects addressing parking needs include the construction of a
downtown parking structure, off-street surface parking construction and
rehabilitation, and the development of a dual use parking/civic plaza. (Please
refer to the attached Urban Renewal Plan, Section 600, page 14, for further
discussion on proposed projects.)
PUBLIC SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS AND UPGRADES TO FIRE
PROTECTION AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS
Fire-Station 4 serves the downtown area. It is currently undersized for the area
it serves. As Glenwood (neighboring the Downtown Renewal Area)
incorporates to the City of Springfield, Fire-Station 4 would be expected to
extend its service to include this area as well as the Downtown renewal area. As
outlined in Tables 6 and 9, proiect category E. Upgrades to Fire Protection and
Emergency Response System, may fund the relocation of Fire-Station 4 to more
adequately serve the renewal and surrounding areas and ensure standards are
met for emergency response times. (Please refer to the attached Urban Renewal
Plan, Section 600, page 16, for further discussion of the project category.) .
REDEVELOPMENT. PRESERVATION. REHABILITATION. AND
CONSERVATION
The City does not currently offer assistance to private building owners in the
urban renewal area for rehabilitation or redevelopment. Many of the buildings
would benefit from both facade improvements and safety upgrades. As outlined
in Tables 6 and 9, project categories F. Redevelopment of Commercial.
Residential. Industrial. Etc. Through New Construction and G. Preservation,
. Rehabilitation, and Conservation, assistance for rehabilitation and new
development would attract new investment to the area, and improve the building
. conditions and blighted appearance of the area. Examples of projects include
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the funding of a downtown redevelopment assistance program for new
construction, a downtown building facade improvements program, the creation
of a downtown restoration and rehabilitation fund, and efforts in historic
preservation. (Please refer to the attached Urban Renewal Plan, Section 600,
pages 17 and 18, for further discussion of the project categories.)
PLANNING. TECHNICAL STUDIES. AND ADMINISTRATION
As outlined in Tables 6 and 9, proiect categories J. Plan Administration and 1.
Technical. Financial. and Design Plans that include administration and planning
activities would assure the plan is carried out effectively and in conformance
. with applicable managerial and fiscal requirements. Included actions would be
the funding of staffing and related support services. (Please refer to the attached
. Urban Renewal Plan, Section 600, page 18, for further discussion of the project
category.)
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500B. ANTICIPATED START & FINISH DATES OF PROJECT ACTIVITIES
The project activities shown in Tables 6 and 9 will begin in 2008. The sequencing and
prioritization of individual project activities shown in these tables will be done by
SEDA and any citizen advisory bodies that SEDA calls upon to assist in this process.
The priority of projects and annual funding will be as established in the annual budget
process. Completion dates for individual activities may be affected by changes to local
economic and market conditions, changes in the availability of tax increment funds, and
changes in priorities for carrying out project activities, especially with public partners
like Willamalane Parks District, School District 19, Lane County, the Oregon
Department of Transportation and others.
It is estimated that all activities proposed in this plan will be completed and project
indebtedness paid off by 2027. At that time, the tax increment provisions of this plan
can be ended.
500C. ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES AND YEAR OF DEBT RETIREMENT
. It is estimated that the Downtown urban renewal district will collect tax increment
revenue between the years 2008 and 2027. It is estimated that the district will produce
$46.19 million in tax increment receipts in that period. These funds will be utilized to
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finance project activities and pay debt service costs, including interest, associated with
undertaking these project activities.
It is anticipated that available project revenues and funds accumulated in a special fund
for debt redemption will be sufficient to retire outstanding bonded indebtedness in the
year 2028 and terminate the tax increment financing provisions of the project. After all
project debt is retired and the project closed out, it is estimated that there will be surplus
tax increment funds. These funds will be distributed to taxing bodies affected by this
plan, as provided in ORS 457.
Table 7 of this Report shows the anticipated tax increment receipts for each year of the
project and the use of those receipts. Table 7 follows on the next pages. .
For financial feasibility of the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan, please see Section
SOOE, pg 26, of this report.
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MEMORANDUM
Subject:
November 20, 2007
Mayor and City Council
John Tamulonis, Community Development ~
Manager -.J U ~
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF DOWNTOWN URBAN RENEWAL PLAN
BOUNDARY
Date:
To:
From:
ISSUE:
Attached is the ExhibiU Legal Description of the boundary of the proposed Downtown Urban
Renewal Plan that would be included as part of the adoption (Plan, Page 27) of the Downtown
Urban'Renewal Plan should the City Council approve the Plan.
This legal description does not include any necessary adjustments for Meadow Park and
connecting right-of-way or for any reduction in the size of the boundary proposed in the
September 15,2007 Draft Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and Report.
ACTION REQUESTED:
This Legal Description should be included as part of a motion to adopt the Downtown Urban
Renewal Plan. ~
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EXHIBIT 1
Downtown Urban Renewal District Legal Description
Beginning at the Northeast corner of the intersection of"E" Street and Pioneer Parkway West
(formerly 2nd Street), said point is the Southwest corner of Lot 1 0, Block 93 of Washburne's
Subdivision of the Springfield Investment and Power Company's Addition to Springfield, as
platted and recorded in Book 2, Page 73, Plat Records of Lane County, Oregon (current tax lot
17 -03-35-23-03800);
thence Southerly along the Easterly right of way line of Pioneer Parkway West (formerly 2nd
Street) 645 feet, more or less to the Northeast corner of "C" Street and Pioneer Parkway West
(formerly 2nd Street), said point is the Southwest corner of Lot 5, Block 26 of the Map of
Springfield as platted and recorded in Book I, Page 1, Plat Records of Lane County, Oregon;
thence Easterly along the Northerly right of way of "C" Street 527 feet, more or less to the
Southeast corner of Lot 7, Block 29, of the Map of Springfield as platted and recorded in Book I,
Page 1, Plat Records of Lane County, Oregon;
thence Southerly 186 feet, more or less, across "C" Street and along the Westerly line of Lot 1 ,
Block 28 of the Map of Springfield as platted and recorded in Book I, Page 1, Plat Records of
Lane County, Oregon to the Southwesterly corner thereof;
thence Easterly along the Northerly line of an alley 462 feet, more or less to the Southeast
corner of Lot 4, Block 7 of Kelly's Addition to Springfield, platted and recorded in Volume W,
page 20, Plat Records of Lane County, Oregon, said point is on the Easterly right of way of 5th
Street (Southwest corner of current tax lot 17-03-35-24-13100);
thence Southerly along the Easterly right of way of 5th Street 134 feet, more or less, to the
Southwest corner of above said Block 7, said point the Northeast corner of 5th Street and "B"
Street;
thence Easterly along the Northerly right of way line of "B" Street, 324 feet, more or less to the
Northeast corner of "B" Street and 6th Street, said point is the Southwest corner of Block 74 of
the Springfield Investment and Power Company's Addition, as platted and recorded in Volume
25, Page 306 and 307, plat records of Lane County, Oregon; .
thence Southerly along the Easterly right of way of 6th Street 185 feet, more or less, to a point of
intersection with the Northerly line of an East-West alley in Block 73 of Springfield Investment
and Power Company Addition to Springfield, Oregon, said point is also the Southwest corner of
the East Parcel of the Springfield Dental Arts Condominiums plat, filed and recorded on File 75,
Slide 78, Plat Records of Lane County, Oregon;
thence Easterly along the Northerly line of said alley 320 feet, more or less, to a point on the
Westerly right of way of ih Street;
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thence Northerly along the Westerly right of way 185 feet, more or less to the Northwest corner
of 7th Street and"B" Street, said point is the Southwest corner of Lot 20, Block 74 of the
Springfield Investment and Power Company Addition (southwest corner of current tax lot 17-03-
35-24-15700);
thence Easterly along the Northerly right of way of "B" Street 504 feet, more or less, to the
Southeast corner of Lot 12, Block 76 of the Springfield Investment and Power Company__
Addition;
thence Southerly 185 feet, more or less, across "B" Street and along the common lot line
between Lots 8 and 9, of Block 71 of the Springfield Investment and Power Company Addition
to the North line of an East-West alley (southwest corner of current tax lot 17-03-35-42-01300);
thence Easterly along the Northerly line of last said alley, 64 feet, more or less, to the Southwest
corner of Lot 6, Block 71 of the Springfield Investment and Power Company Addition;
thence Southerly across last said alley and along the Westerly line of Lot 15, Block 71 of the
Springfield Investment and Power Company Addition"134 feet, more or less, to the Southwest
corner thereof, said point lies on the Northerly right of way line of "A" Street;
thence Easterly along the Northerly right of way of "N Street 1515 feet, more or less to the
Northwest corner of "A" Street and 12th Street (southeast corner of current tax lot 17-03-35-41-
00700);
thence Northerly along the Westerly right of way of 1 ih Street 135 feet, more or less, to a point
of intersection with the Northerly line of an East - West alley, said point is the ~outheast corner
of Parcel 2 of Land Partition Plat No. 2003-P1728, filed December 2, 2003 at Reception No.
2003-116045, Lane County Deeds and Records in Lane County, Oregon (southeast corner of
current tax lot 17-03-35-14-18402);
thence Easterly along the Northerly line of the last said alley and across 14th Street, 1020 feet,
more or less, to the point of intersection of the Easterly right of way line of 14th Street and the
Northerly line of an East - West alley (southwest corner of current tax lot 17-03-36-23-13600);
thence Southerly along the Easterly right of way of 14th Street, 321 feet, more or less, to a point
of intersection with the Northerly line of an East - West alley (southwest corner of current tax lot
17 -03-36-32-01800)
thence Easterly along the Northerly line of last said alley, 436 feet, more or less, to the
Southeast corner of Lot 3, Block 5, of the Molly B. Scott Addition, Book 12, Page 7, Plat
Records of Lane County, Oregon;
thence Northerly along the Easterly line of last said Lot 3, 54 feet, more or less, to the
Southwest Corner of Lot 2, Block 5 of last said Molly B. Scott Addition;
thence Easterly along the Southerly line of Lots 1 and 2 of said Block 5, 234 feet, more or less,
to the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of said Block 5;
thence Southerly along the East line of the P. Brattain Donation Land Claim No. 63, 23 feet
more or less, to the Northwest corner of a tract of land described in a deed from Charles A.
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Edwards and Elisabeth M. Edwards to Edward B. Schuck, Sr. and Gladys A. Schuck recorded
for public record May 4,2004 at Reception No.2004-033182, Lane County Deeds and Records,
Lane County, Oregon (current tax lot 17-03-36-31-04702);
thence Easterly 229 feet, more or less, along the Northerly line of the last said tract and along
it's prolongation across 16th Street to a point of intersection with the Easterly rig ht of way of 16th
Street;
thence Southerly 89 feet, more or less, along the Easterly right of way of 16th Street to the
Southwest corner of Lot 41 of H. L. & T. B. Stewarts Plat of Acreage Lots, filed and recorded in
Book 3, Page 5, Lane County, Oregon Plat Records (southwest corner current tax lot 17-03-36-
31-03700);
thence Easterly 606 feet, more or less along the Southerly line of Lots 41, 40 and 39 of last said
Plat to the Southeast corner of Lot 39 of said plat (southeast corner current tax lot 17-03-36-31-
02000); .
thence Northerly 34 feet, more or less to Northwest corner of Parcel 1 of a Record Survey for
James B. Pesiri, filed December 28, 1981 as County Surveyor's File No. 25296 in the office of
the Lane County Surveyor ( northwest corner of tax lot 17-03-36-31-01401);
thence Easterly 229 feet, more or less, along the North line of Parcels 1 and 2 of above said
Survey extended to intersect with the Easterly right of way of 18th Street;
thence Southerly 34 feet, more or less, along the Easterly right of way of 18th Street to the
Southwest corner of Lot 37 of the H. L. & T. B. Stewarts Plat of Acreage Lots, as platted and
recorded in Book 3, Page 5, Lane County, Oregon Plat Records ( southwest corner of tax lot 17-
03-36-31-00200) ;
./ thence Easterly 417 feet, more or less, along both the South line of above said Lot 37 and along
the South line of Lot 21 of the H. L. & T. B. Stewarts Plat NO.2 of Acreage Lots, as platted and.
recorded in Book 3, Page 36, Lane County, Oregon Plat Records, extended across 19th Street
to the Southwest corner of Lot 20 of last said Plat;
thence Northerly along the Easterly right of way of 19th Street 29 feet, more or less to the
Northwest corner of that tract of land conveyed by a deed from Collins Enterprises, Inc to
Collins Cauble Investments, LLC, recorded for public record July 26,2000 at Reception NO.
2000-042804, Lane County Deeds and Records, in Lane County, Oregon (current tax lot 17-03-
. 36-A2-00900);
thence Easterly 189 feet, more or less along the extended North line of last said deed to a point
on the common North - South lot line of Lots 19 and 20 of the H. L. & T. B. Stewarts Plat NO.2
of Acreage Lots, as platted and recorded in Book 3, Page 36, Lane County, Oregon Plat
Records;
thence Southerly 29 feet, more or less, along the West line of Lot 19 of last said Plat, to the
Southwest corner thereof;
thence Easterly 209 feet, more or less, along the south line of Lot 19 of last said Plat extended
to intersect with the Easterly right of way of 20th Street which is also the Westerly line of .
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Nicholas Gardens, as platted and recorded March 26, 1940 in Book 11, Page 1, Plat Records of
Lane County, Oregon;
thence Northerly 46 feet, more or less, along the West line of Nicholas Gardens to the
Northwest corner of Lot 1, Block A of said plat (northwest corner of current tax lot 17-03-36-42-
02500);
thence Easterly130 feet (plat record) along the Northerly line of said Lot 1 to the Northeast
. corner thereof, said point is on the Westerly right of way of 2151 Street (northeast corner of tax
lot 17-03-36-42-02500);
thence Northerly along the Westerly right of way of 2151 street, 50 feet, more or less to a point of
intersection with the prolongation of the Northerly right of way of "AU Street;
thence Easterly, 665 feet, more or less, along the Northerly right of way of "A" Street to the
Northeast corner of "A" Street and 23rd Street, said point is the Southwest corner of Lot 1, Block
2 of the Second Addition toNicholas Gardens, as platted and recorded in Book 12, Page 11,
Plat Records of Lane County, Oregon (the southwest corner of current tax lot 17-03-36-14-
06700);
thence Southerly 345 feet, more or less, along the Easterly right of way of 23rd Street and it's
prolongation to a point of intersection with the Southerly right of way of Mafn Street (McKenzie
Highway);
thence Easterly 169 feet, more or less, along the Southerly right of way of Main Street to it's
intersection with the Easterly right of way of South 23rd Street (the northwest corner of current
tax lot 17-03-36-41-02500); .
thence Southwesterly, 1400 feet, more or less, across the Southern Pacific Railroad right of way
to a point on the Southerly line thereof, said point being the Northeasterly corner of a tract of
land surveyed for Georgia Pacific Corporation, filed in office of the Lane County Surveyor as
County Surveyor's File ~o. 27395 (the northeast corner of current tax lot 18-03-01-00-3800);
thence Southerly 440 feet, more or less, along the East line of last said survey and the
prolongation of it to a point of intersection with the Southerly line of the Mill Race as surveyed
for the City of Springfield and filed in the office of the Lane County Surveyor as County
Surveyor's File No. 29701 to 29705, said Southerly line of the Mill Race is also the City Limits
line in this location;
thence Westerly 1360 feet, more or less, along the City Limits line as it follows the South line of
the mill race as defined in last said survey to it's most Westerly terminus;
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. thence continuing along the City limits line, Northerly 40 feet, more or less to the centerline of
the millrace;
thence continuing along the City limits line, which runs along the centerline of the Mill Race, .
Northwesterly 1000 feet, more or less to the intersection with the South line of Section 36,
Township 17 South, Range 3 West of the Willamette Meridian;
. .
. .
. thence Westerly 1250 feet, more or less, along the City Limits line which is the South line of
. above said Section 36, to the Southwest corner thereof, being common to Sections 36, 35, 2
and 1;
thence continuing along the City limits line, which follows the South line of Section 35, Township
17 South, Range 3 West of the Willamette Meridian, 3300 feet, more or less, to a point of
intersection with the Southeasterly line of Block 14 of the Amended Plat of Willamette Heights
Addition to the City of Springfield, as platted and recorded in Book 4, Page 78, Lane County,
Oregon Plat Records (current tax lot 18-03-02-21-00200);
thence continuing along the City limits line, which follows the Southeasterly line of Block 14 of
last said plat (South 49' 10' West plat record), 40 feet, more or less, to an angle point in the
North - Northeasterly right of way line of Central Boulevard;
thence continuing along the City limits line, which follows the Northeasterly right of way of
Central Boulevard, South 40' 50' East (plat record) 15 feet, more or less, to a point of
intersection with the prolongation of the Southeasterly right of way line of Perry Street (now
vacated) ;
thence continuing along the City limits line, which follows the Southeasterly line of Perry Street
(now vacated), South 5T 05' 30" West (plat record) 245 feet, more or less, to the most
Northwesterly corner of Lot 3, Block 9 of last said plat;
thence continuing along the City limits line, which follows the Westerly line of said Lot 3, 100
feet (plat record) to the Southwest corner thereof;
thence continuing along the City limits line, which follows the Northerly right of way line of Valley
View Avenue along Lots 4 and 5 of last said plat, 145 feet, more or less, to a point of reverse
curve of last said plat, said point being the end of a curve with a radius of31.9 feet as well as
the beginning of a curve with a radius of 40 feet;
thence continuing along the City limits line across Valley View Avenue, Southwesterly 40 feet
(plat record) to the most Easterly point of Block C of the Amended Plat of Willamette Heights
(current tax lot 18-03-02-21-01300);
thence continuing along the City limits line, which follows the Northwesterly and Westerly right
of way line of Mohawk Avenue, 426 feet, more or less to the Southeast corner of Block C, said
point is Northwest corner of Mohawk Avenue and High Street; .
thence continuing along the City limits line, Westerly 178 feet (plat record) along the Northerly
right of way of High Street to an angle point where it becomes Third Street;
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thence continuing along the City limits line Northwesterly and Northerly 1270, feet more or less,
along the Northeasterly and Easterly right of way line of Third Street to a point 28.8 feet South
of the South Line of Section 35, Township 17 South, Range 3 West of the Willamette Meridian
(see current tax map 17-03-35-33); .
thence continuing along the City limits line, Westerly on a line parallel with and 28.8 feet South
of the South line of said Section 35, 840 feet, more or less, to the centerline of the Willamette
. River;
thence continuing along the City limits line in the Willamette River, Northerly and Westerly 2,600
feet, more or less to a point perpendicular to the most westerly point of that tract of land
described in a deed from Rosemary E. Philpott, V. Iris Jacobson and Gladys V. Olson to
. WillamaJane Park and Recreation District, filed and recorded June 29,1972, at Reception No.
6144, Lane County Official Records in Lane County, Oregon (current tax lot 17-03-34-14-
11300); .
thence leaving the City Limits line and centerline of the Willamette River on a line perpendicular
to the City limits line, Northeasterly 350 feet, more or less, to the most Westerly point of the last
said tract;
thence along the Northerly line of last said tract, 480 feet, more or less, to a point of intersection
with the southerly extension of the East line of that tract of land described in a deed from
Michael Kuenne and Reba Kuenne to Reba Lynne Kuenne, filed and recorded May 16, 2003 at
Reception No. 2003-044592, Lane County Deeds and Records in Lane County, Oregon (current
tax lot number 17-03-34-14-11500); .
thence Northerly 280 feet, more or less, along the southerly prolongation of the East line of the
above said tract, along said East line, and along the northerly prolongation of said East line to a
point of intersection with the Northerly right of way line of "0" Street;
thence Easterly 840 feet, more or less, along the Northerly right of way of "0" Street to the
Southeast corner of Lot 7, Block 21 of Emerald Heights, as platted and recorded October 26,
1909, in Book 4, Page 14, Plat Records of Lane County, Oregon, also being the Northwest
corner of "0" Street and Mill Street, (southeast corner of current tax lot 17-03-35-23-07000)
thence Northwesterly 330 feet, more or less, along the Westerly right of way of Mill Street to the
Northwest corner of Mill Street and "E" Street, said point is the Southeast corner of Lot 5, Block
18 of above said Emerald Heights (southeast corner of current tax lot 17-03-35-23-02400);
. thence Easterly 745 feet, more or less, along the Northerly right of way of "E" Street to the
Northeast corner of "E" Street and 2nd Street, said point is the Point of Beginning for this
description.
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