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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022 06 07 AIS Project Advisory Comphrehensive MapAGENDA ITEM SUMMARY Meeting Date: 6/7/2022 Meeting Type: Regular Meeting Staff Contact/Dept.: Monica Sather/DPW Staff Phone No: 541-736-1038 Estimated Time: 20 Minutes COMMITTEE FOR CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT (CCI) Council Goals: Mandate ITEM TITLE: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP CLARIFICATION PROJECT: PROJECT ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS ACTION REQUESTED: Review and appoint applicants for the project’s future Project Advisory Committee. ISSUE STATEMENT: The project’s Community Engagement Plan identifies a Project Advisory Committee (PAC) as one way to thoughtfully inform development of the draft property-specific Comprehensive Plan Map. Staff received 8 applications for the Springfield Committee for Citizen Involvement’s (CCI’s) consideration. ATTACHMENTS: ATTACHMENT 1: Applicant Information & Responses ATTACHMENT 2: Summary of Recruitment Outreach DISCUSSION: To promote and enhance meaningful opportunities to work with community members on the City’s planning projects, Springfield’s CCI appoints planning advisory committees per Springfield’s adopted Citizen Involvement Program. The role of the PAC for the Comprehensive Plan Map Clarification Project will be to: • Identify, discuss, and aim to resolve issues and concerns • Provide information as requested • Review and provide feedback on draft work products The PAC will provide input to staff on specific questions and on the draft map but will not formally vote or provide a recommendation to Planning Commission or City Council. Staff received 8 applications for the CCI’s consideration. Applicants’ experiences and lenses for this project by select topics include: • Springfield resident: 4 • Springfield property owner: 3 • Springfield business owner: 1 • Conducts work in Springfield: 7 (planning professional: 5 of 7) • Higher education planning and facilities professional: 1 • Education in planning or related field: 6 (communications: 1 of 6) • Previous, current, and/or future volunteer in the region: 5 Attachment 1 provides information about applicants’ background as relevant to the CCI’s decision and their detailed responses to project-specific questions. Staff used an open process to recruit potential members. This process ranged from placing printed informational fliers and applications at community centers, posting on social media, a news release, features in newsletters, and direct outreach. Attachment 2 lists specific recruitment activities. ATTACHMENT 1 Applicant Information & Responses – Project Advisory Committee Alexis Biddle Do you live in Springfield’s city limits or urban growth boundary? No Do you rent or own in Springfield? n/a Are you a Springfield Business Owner? No Do you work in, or have project in, Springfield? Yes Occupation (if applicable): Land Use Advocate and Attorney Place of employment/school (if applicable): 1000 Friends of Oregon Educational background: Juris Doctor, Master of Community & Regional Planning (University of Oregon); Bachelor of Arts- Geography (Kent State) Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list: Better Eugene-Springfield Transportation (President); Housing Land Advocates (Board) Which of the following topic areas could you be a voice for in relation to this project, if any? Please select all that apply: X Member-at-large X Land Use Planning X Housing (supply, affordability, etc.) __Economic development X Environment __Mapping X Inclusion, diversity, equity, and access __Other: Please describe any unique perspectives and/or experiences you could bring that would make you a good fit for this Committee (for example, professional or educational background, your connection to the Springfield community, personal projects or interests, etc.) I bring experience dealing with land use issues of many varieties across the state. The work of 1000 Friends is to help communities adopt policies that enhance Oregon’s quality of life. Have you ever looked at the Metro Plan Diagram? If so, in what situations? I have not looked at the Metro Plan Diagram, but I have seen many equivalent plans in other communities. Why are you interested in serving as a Committee member? Examples of how you might answer this could be to share what you hope to gain from this experience, what you hope to contribute, or community topics of interest to you that relate to this Committee. To meet our mission, bring outside perspective, and build relationships with Springfield. Briefly describe your current and/or previous involvement in similar community groups and activities. (Lack of current or previous involvement will not disqualify you from consideration.) I sit on the Envision Eugene Technical Advisory Committee for long range planning. I also have sat on other advisory groups in communities across the state and rule advisory committees. Attachment 1, Page 1 of 8 Carrie (Morgan) Driggs Do you live in Springfield’s city limits or urban growth boundary? Yes Do you rent or own in Springfield? Rent Are you a Springfield Business Owner? No Do you work in, or have project in, Springfield? No Occupation (if applicable): Campus Planning and Facilities Management Place of employment/school (if applicable): University of Oregon Educational background: Bachelor of Planning, Public Policy, and Management (University of Oregon) Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list: n/a Which of the following topic areas could you be a voice for in relation to this project, if any? Please select all that apply: __Member-at-large X Land Use Planning X Housing (supply, affordability, etc.) __Economic development X Environment X Mapping X Inclusion, diversity, equity, and access __Other: Please describe any unique perspectives and/or experiences you could bring that would make you a good fit for this Committee (for example, professional or educational background, your connection to the Springfield community, personal projects or interests, etc.) I regularly work with ArcGIS Online at work on an everyday basis. Have you ever looked at the Metro Plan Diagram? If so, in what situations? I have looked at the Metro Plan Diagram to better inform myself of the different land uses throughout the city. I am also a big map nerd and love reviewing maps. Why are you interested in serving as a Committee member? Examples of how you might answer this could be to share what you hope to gain from this experience, what you hope to contribute, or community topics of interest to you that relate to this Committee. I desire to use my Planning, Public Policy, and Management degree to serve my community and hope to build on the community engagement, mapping, and planning skills I have gained through the many hands-on projects I have been a part of at UO. I care deeply about social justice, disability justice, and environmental justice and look at the world through these lenses. I hope to bring these lenses to the committee to ensure the committee is equitable and constantly has all stakeholders in mind, even those most often underrepresented. Briefly describe your current and/or previous involvement in similar community groups and activities. (Lack of current or previous involvement will not disqualify you from consideration.) This summer I am volunteering for the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee to conduct safe street and pedestrian safety audits. I have never sat on a committee, but I have been involved in community projects and spent a lot of time volunteering when I was growing up. Attachment 1, Page 2 of 8 Phil Farrington Do you live in Springfield’s city limits or urban growth boundary? No Do you rent or own in Springfield? n/a Are you a Springfield Business Owner? No Do you work in, or have project in, Springfield? Yes Occupation (if applicable): Director of Planning and Real Estate Development Place of employment/school (if applicable): CDC Management Corp Educational background: Master of Science- Community & Regional Planning Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list: Cornerstone Community Housing Which of the following topic areas could you be a voice for in relation to this project, if any? Please select all that apply: X Member-at-large X Land Use Planning X Housing (supply, affordability, etc.) X Economic development _ Environment _ Mapping _ Inclusion, diversity, equity, and access __Other: Please describe any unique perspectives and/or experiences you could bring that would make you a good fit for this Committee (for example, professional or educational background, your connection to the Springfield community, personal projects or interests, etc.) Lots of professional experience working with the Metro Plan and diagram. Have you ever looked at the Metro Plan Diagram? If so, in what situations? Yes, see above. Why are you interested in serving as a Committee member? Examples of how you might answer this could be to share what you hope to gain from this experience, what you hope to contribute, or community topics of interest to you that relate to this Committee. Willing to support staff. Briefly describe your current and/or previous involvement in similar community groups and activities. (Lack of current or previous involvement will not disqualify you from consideration.) Served on Springfield [Development] Code Advisory Committee, other City advisory committees, Chamber Board. Attachment 1, Page 3 of 8 Zach Galloway Do you live in Springfield’s city limits or urban growth boundary? No Do you rent or own in Springfield? n/a Are you a Springfield Business Owner? No Do you work in, or have project in, Springfield? Yes Occupation (if applicable): City Planner Place of employment/school (if applicable): TBG Architects + Planners Educational background: Master of Science- Planning (Florida State); Bachelor of Arts- History (UNC-Wilmington) Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list: No Which of the following topic areas could you be a voice for in relation to this project, if any? Please select all that apply: X Member-at-large X Land Use Planning Housing (supply, affordability, etc.) __Economic development Environment Mapping Inclusion, diversity, equity, and access X Other: Development review Please describe any unique perspectives and/or experiences you could bring that would make you a good fit for this Committee (for example, professional or educational background, your connection to the Springfield community, personal projects or interests, etc.) I have nearly a decade of land use planning experience in the state of Oregon, with stints in both the public and private sectors. The public and private sector experiences provide a more comprehensive perspective on planning practice and how we use the tools of the profession. Have you ever looked at the Metro Plan Diagram? If so, in what situations? Yes, I use the Metro Plan Diagram on a regular basis, most often while conducting due diligence research on behalf of clients that are considering a property acquisition or potential development. Why are you interested in serving as a Committee member? Examples of how you might answer this could be to share what you hope to gain from this experience, what you hope to contribute, or community topics of interest to you that relate to this Committee. My varied public and private sector professional background could provide a unique voice/perspective on the committee. I also am curious about the experience of serving on such a volunteer committee after several years in the public sector when I regularly staffed advisory committees. It feels like a nice opportunity also to stay current on long-range planning and more technical aspects of planning that I do not work on in my present position. Briefly describe your current and/or previous involvement in similar community groups and activities. (Lack of current or previous involvement will not disqualify you from consideration.) In my prior roles as a local government planner, I regularly staffed such advisory committees or made presentations to and sought guidance from similar advisory or policy committees. This would be my first experience serving on a local government committee. Attachment 1, Page 4 of 8 Katie Keidel Do you live in Springfield’s city limits or urban growth boundary? Yes Do you rent or own in Springfield? Own Are you a Springfield Business Owner? No Do you work in, or have project in, Springfield? Yes Occupation (if applicable): Associate Land Use Planner (full time); Licensed Massage Therapist (18 years- private practice) Place of employment/school (if applicable): Metro Planning, Inc. Educational background: Bachelor of Arts- Psychology (almost complete) Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list: n/a Which of the following topic areas could you be a voice for in relation to this project, if any? Please select all that apply: X Member-at-large X Land Use Planning X Housing (supply, affordability, etc.) __Economic development X Environment X Mapping X Inclusion, diversity, equity, and access __Other: Please describe any unique perspectives and/or experiences you could bring that would make you a good fit for this Committee (for example, professional or educational background, your connection to the Springfield community, personal projects or interests, etc.) I work as an Associate Planner in the private sector, consulting and assisting property owners in understanding and ideally achieving their Land Use Planning goals. I work primarily with (but not limited to) Springfield and Land County Planning. I currently own a home and property in Springfield, and previously in Walterville (Lane County). I have a unique and comprehensive perspective on the complexities of Oregon’s Land Planning and Management and believe I have a critical insight into balancing the needs of the community with the needs of Oregon’s Land Use goals. Have you ever looked at the Metro Plan Diagram? If so, in what situations? Yes I use it on a daily basis while evaluating projects in the cities of Springfield and Eugene, as well as some unique projects that land in the yet unincorporated areas still considered Lane County. Why are you interested in serving as a Committee member? Examples of how you might answer this could be to share what you hope to gain from this experience, what you hope to contribute, or community topics of interest to you that relate to this Committee. If there is any way I can help streamline Land Use Planning processes, e.g., with easier research tools and more transparent property specific information, so that Planners (public and private) and land owners may better understand the City of Springfield’s current and future Land Use requirements, plans, and development necessities, I would be very excited to be a part of that. If chosen to participate in this PAC, I hope to learn a lot, and ideally become part of creating a responsible, collaborative, and unique plan for Springfield’s continued flourishing. Briefly describe your current and/or previous involvement in similar community groups and activities. (Lack of current or previous involvement will not disqualify you from consideration.) This committee would be my first volunteer position within the Planning community. Attachment 1, Page 5 of 8 Sean Maxwell Do you live in Springfield’s city limits or urban growth boundary? Yes Do you rent or own in Springfield? Own Are you a Springfield Business Owner? No Do you work in, or have project in, Springfield? Yes Occupation (if applicable): Operations/sales for lumber mill/pallet company Place of employment/school (if applicable): Wright Lumber Educational background: Bachelor of Arts- Communications/Spanish (Temple University- Philadelphia, PA) Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list: n/a Which of the following topic areas could you be a voice for in relation to this project, if any? Please select all that apply: X Member-at-large __Land Use Planning __Housing (supply, affordability, etc.) X Economic development __Environment __Mapping X Inclusion, diversity, equity, and access __Other: Please describe any unique perspectives and/or experiences you could bring that would make you a good fit for this Committee (for example, professional or educational background, your connection to the Springfield community, personal projects or interests, etc.) I bring an outside view to the table from my life growing up in the suburbs of central Pennsylvania, my time in college in Philadelphia, and my years living abroad in parts of Mexico. Have you ever looked at the Metro Plan Diagram? If so, in what situations? Yes to see what plans are in place for the future of Springfield. Why are you interested in serving as a Committee member? Examples of how you might answer this could be to share what you hope to gain from this experience, what you hope to contribute, or community topics of interest to you that relate to this Committee. I am a community member, property owner interested in helping to shape the future of our community. I hope to make some valuable connections and meet some members of the community. Briefly describe your current and/or previous involvement in similar community groups and activities. (Lack of current or previous involvement will not disqualify you from consideration.) n/a. I am a fist-time homeowner and now feel a sense of responsibility to be more involved. Attachment 1, Page 6 of 8 Earl McElhany Do you live in Springfield’s city limits or urban growth boundary? Yes Do you rent or own in Springfield? Own Are you a Springfield Business Owner? Yes Do you work in, or have project in, Springfield? Yes Occupation (if applicable): Retired Certified Public Accountant, currently rental property owner, developer, and builder Place of employment/school (if applicable): EMMB Development LLC Educational background: Bachelor of Science (California State Los Angeles) Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list: Board member of the Shedd Institute since January 2022 Which of the following topic areas could you be a voice for in relation to this project, if any? Please select all that apply: X Member-at-large X Land Use Planning X Housing (supply, affordability, etc.) __Economic development __Environment __Mapping __Inclusion, diversity, equity, and access __Other: Please describe any unique perspectives and/or experiences you could bring that would make you a good fit for this Committee (for example, professional or educational background, your connection to the Springfield community, personal projects or interests, etc.) Developed and owned a number of residential properties within Springfield. Have you ever looked at the Metro Plan Diagram? If so, in what situations? Yes, development issues. Why are you interested in serving as a Committee member? Examples of how you might answer this could be to share what you hope to gain from this experience, what you hope to contribute, or community topics of interest to you that relate to this Committee. I’m interested in creating more livable and affordable housing opportunities in Springfield. Briefly describe your current and/or previous involvement in similar community groups and activities. (Lack of current or previous involvement will not disqualify you from consideration.) Charter member of The Springfield Twin Rivers Rotary Club for 42 years. Attachment 1, Page 7 of 8 Rick Satre Do you live in Springfield’s city limits or urban growth boundary? Yes Do you rent or own in Springfield? Own Are you a Springfield Business Owner? No Do you work in, or have project in, Springfield? Yes Occupation (if applicable): Land Use Planner/Landscape Architect Place of employment/school (if applicable): The Satre Group Educational background: Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Master of Science (University of Oregon) Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list: n/a Which of the following topic areas could you be a voice for in relation to this project, if any? Please select all that apply: __Member-at-large X Land Use Planning X Housing (supply, affordability, etc.) X Economic development X Environment X Mapping __Inclusion, diversity, equity, and access __Other: Please describe any unique perspectives and/or experiences you could bring that would make you a good fit for this Committee (for example, professional or educational background, your connection to the Springfield community, personal projects or interests, etc.) In private practice as a land use planner, with a fair number and diverse array of projects in Springfield. Have you ever looked at the Metro Plan Diagram? If so, in what situations? Nearly every day since it was adopted. Why are you interested in serving as a Committee member? Examples of how you might answer this could be to share what you hope to gain from this experience, what you hope to contribute, or community topics of interest to you that relate to this Committee. You’ve already said it- the current Metro Plan diagram is more of a cartoon than a reliable planning tool. Briefly describe your current and/or previous involvement in similar community groups and activities. (Lack of current or previous involvement will not disqualify you from consideration.) Development Advisory Committee, Springfield Development Code Advisory Committee, first for residential lands, then employment lands. Attachment 1, Page 8 of 8 ATTACHMENT 2 Summary of Recruitment Outreach – Project Advisory Committee Area of Expertise Method of Outreach At-Large & Civic Sean Maxwell (expressed initial interest during a previous land use inquiry) Direct contact City website Electronic Springfield City Club Electronic (newsletter) Social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) Electronic Willamalane (Willamalane Park Swim Center, Adult Activity Center, Bob Keefer Center) Printed fliers & applications Springfield Public Library Printed fliers & applications Twin Rivers Rotary Club Direct contact Rotary Club of Springfield Direct contact General news release Electronic Housing Springfield Board of Realtors Direct contact Springfield-Eugene Tenant Association Direct contact Home Builders Association of Lane County Direct contact Betsy Schultz, PNW Strategies (has connections with a network of builders) Direct contact Other Housing and Related Advocates/NGOs/Providers Better Housing Together Direct contact DevNW Direct contact Homes for Good Direct contact Cornerstone Community Housing Direct contact Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access & Anti-Racism Eugene-Springfield National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Direct contact Downtown Languages Direct contact Springfield Alliance for Equity & Respect (SAfER) Direct contact Centro Latino Americano Direct contact Arc of Lane County Direct contact AARP Oregon Direct contact Women & Minority Owned Businesses (also relates to economic development) Direct contact League of Women Voters of Lane County Direct contact Land Use Planning & Development Development Center at City Hall: Front counter & large TV monitor Printed & electronic fliers & applications The Satre Group Direct contact Chambers Development Corp. Direct contact Cameron McCarthy Landscape Architecture & Planning Direct contact Metro Planning Direct contact Mike Reeder (Land Use Attorney) Direct contact TBG Architects + Planners Direct contact Bishow Consulting (Teresa Bishow) Direct contact Economic & Business Focus Springfield Chamber of Commerce Initial direct contact, electronic (newsletter) Environmental Willamette Riverkeeper Direct contact Watershed Councils (McKenzie, Middle Fork, Long Tom) Direct contact McKenzie River Trust Direct contact Sierra Club- Many Rivers Group Direct contact Friends of Buford Park Direct contact Lane Regional Air Protection Agency Direct contact 1000 Friends of Oregon (also with a major emphasis in land use advocacy) Direct contact Attachment 2, Page 1 of 1