Agenda Packet AMENDED 4-15-19 Work Session

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Summary of Planning Documents-Bethel Neighborhood 4 items in the Bethel area, separated into short term (up to three years) and medium term (up to five years) sections, with an variety of identified responsible parties. Short Term Develop criteria and process for fast track permitting Enact zone changes and code amendments Create Bethel Business Alliance Review Enterprise Zone criteria and expand to match UGB Expand UGB- Clear Lake Road Create and implement a targeted business assistance strategy including ‘Gold Zone’ Engage in rebranding of Bethel area to align with positive trajectory Medium Term Create support position to aid in permitting process Complete site predevelopment to attract business expansion, prioritizing key industries Expand work force development partnerships Expand recreation facilities to increase sports-based activities and tourism Help retain and grow the food sector industry in West Eugene Clear Lake Development Strategy - In process The Clear Lake Development strategy serves to guide the use of 924 acres of land after incorporation into the urban growth boundary in 2018. This incorporated area is north of the neighborhood boundary, but will have an immense impact on the economy, quality of life and attraction to the Bethel neighborhood. The land was designated for additional jobs, parks, and schools after a robust community outreach process. The community envisions the Clear Lake area primarily as a green employment center offering large sites for low-impact manufacturing, light industrial uses, offices, commercial services, and health & technology uses which are estimated to add up to 3,000 jobs. Also anticipated is a new Bethel School District elementary school and enhancements to Golden Gardens Park, a large community park adjacent to the existing Bethel neighborhood. Expansion of city infrastructure will provide roads, stormwater, and sewer services to these developments as they annex into the city. An area-wide green infrastructure system is planned to manage storm water, protect wetland and floodplain resources, and mitigate impacts to natural resources and the environment. A comprehensive analysis of areas outside the current UGB revealed few areas that fit the needed criteria for such sites. The land is broken down by acreage for the following- Bethel School District: 134 acres, Green Space: 222 acres, and Private Land for development: 568 acres. April 15, 2019, Work Session – Item 1