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The subject site is not identified for recreational use in the Metro Plan or other planning documents. Use of the site to accommodate expanded air cargo facilities will not increase demand for recreational services. This Metro plan diagram amendment does not affect Metro Plan consistency with Goal 8. Goal 9, Economic Development: To provide adequate opportunities throughout the state for a variety of economic activities vital to the health, welfare, and prosperity of Oregon's citizens. The Metro Plan found that the metropolitan area is developing as a regional center for activities, such as tourism, distribution, and financial services, serving the Southwestern and Central ~regan area Finding 4, Page III-B-2}, and that the airport contributes substantially to the economy of the metropolitan area Minding 22, page III-F-3}. Metro Plan Policy 1$, page III- B-6, encourages the development of transportation facilities that would improve freight movement capabilities by implementing projects outlined in the airport master plan. The air cargo facility supports area businesses and economic growth through the efficient movement of goods. The airport's corporate j et activity, which would indirectly benefit from the planned air cargo improvements, also support metropolitan area businesses and travel. This Metro Plan amendment is required to allow the airport to relocate and expand the air cargo based on existing and forecasted demand to meet the needs of the growing metropolitan area. Improvements to the air cargo facilities, as permitted by this Metro Plan amendment, would help implement this policy and support economic opportunities in this region. Therefore, this Metro Plan diagram, amendment is consistent with Goal 9. Goal 10, Housing: To provide for the housing needs of citizens of the state. This amendment will not change the status or designation of any areas presently designated or zoned for residential use. A single family farmhouse located on another portion of the property purchased by the airport will not be directly affected by this Metro Plan amendment. The residence is located within the Airport Reserve. Therefore, this Metro Plan diagram amendment is consistent with Goal 10. Goal 11, Public Facilities and Services: To plan and develop a timely, orderly and e~cient arrangement of public facilities and services to serve as a framework for urban and rural development. Airports are transportation facilities that serve both urban and rural areas. This proposal is consistent with and does not require an exception from Statewide Planning Goal 11 pursuant to GAR 660-012-0651}and 664-012-0653}fin}, which state, 660-012-0651 }This rule identi zes transportation facilities, Exhibit C, Findings - $