HomeMy WebLinkAboutAdmin Order 58-15-21ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 58-15-21
of the
Executive Director of the Public Works Department
APPROVING THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
TRANSITION PLAN FOR ACCESSIBILITY IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-
WAY.
The Executive Director of the Public Works Department finds that:
A. Under the provisions of Chapter IV, Section 16 of the Eugene Charter of 2002,
the City Manager is designated as the administrative head of the City, and is specifically
authorized to appoint and remove all employees (except as otherwise provided in the Charter),
and to enforce all ordinances of the City.
B. Pursuant to that authority, I have been designated as Executive Director of the
City's Public Works Department. My appointment has most recently been affirmed by the City
Manager's Administrative Order No. 21-13-01. In such capacity, I have the responsibility for
supervision of the Public Works Department and its employees.
C. The Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan for Accessibility in Public
Rights -of -Way (R -O -W ADA Transition Plan) has been developed to address accessibility
within the City's public rights-of-way for persons with disabilities. Accessibility outside the
City's public rights-of-way for persons with disabilities is addressed in a separate ADA
Transition Plan.
D. The R -O -W ADA Transition Plan:
1. Lists physical barriers in the rights-of-way that limit accessibility of
persons with disabilities;
2. Describes methods to be utilized to remove the barriers;
3. Includes a schedule for taking the necessary steps to achieve compliance
(requirement for curb ramps specifically); and
4. Includes the name of the official responsible for transition plan
implementation.
Now, therefore, based on the above findings which are hereby adopted:
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
1. The Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan for Accessibility in Public
Rights -of -Way attached to this Order as Exhibit A is hereby approved effective July 1, 2015, and
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shall be utilized by staff in the Public Works Department in addressing accessibility within the
City's public rights-of-way for persons with disabilities.
2. Copies of this Order shall be forwarded to all Public Works Department Division
Managers.
Dated this -ZA;,& ay of June, 2015.
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Eugene
Americans with Disabilities Act
Transition Plan for Accessibility in
Public Rights -of Way
2015
Official Responsible for Transition Plan Implementation:
Kurt Corey, P.E.
City of Eugene
Public Works Executive Director
101 E. Broadway, Suite 400
Eugene, Oregon 97401
(541)682-6826
City of Eugene, Oregon
Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan for Public
Rights -of -Way
Acknowledgements
Project Oversight/Project Sponsor
Mark Schoening, Public Works / Engineering
City Engineer
Project Management Oversight
Fred McVey, Public Works / Engineering
Engineering Data Services Manager (Retired), Information Team
Project Manager
Nancy Burns, Public Works / Engineering
Management Analyst, Information Team
ADA Transition Plan for Public R/W Oversight Committee
Erica Abbe, Central Services / City Manager's Office
Equity Accessibility Analyst
Reed Dunbar, Public Works / Engineering
Associate Planner, Transportation Team
Travis Hargitt, Planning & Development / Community Development
Parking Program Manager
Eric Johnson, Public Works / Maintenance
Surface Operations Manager
Tom Larsen, Public Works / Maintenance
Traffic Engineer
Wayne Masoner, Public Works / Maintenance
R/W Technical Supervisor, Surface Operations
Matt Rodrigues, Public Works / Engineering
Principal Civil Engineer, East Project Team
Jenifer Willer, Public Works / Engineering
Civil Engineer, Darwin Project Team (Pavement Preservation Program Manager)
Special Thanks to additional Public Works staff: Carla Spangler & Angie Tennent for the ramp
inventory field data collection; Carola Eklund for GIS integration and data analysis; Jim
McLaughlin, Justin White and Brian King for iPad application development and Maintenance
Management System (MMS) integration, and Jenifer Willer as lead editor for the Plan.
City of Eugene, Oregon
Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan for Public
Rights -of -Way
Acknowledgements............................................................................................................................................. 0
1. Introduction..................................................................................................................................................
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1.1 Goals & Objectives...................................................................................................................................
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1.2 City ADA Transition Plan History..............................................................................................................
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2. Legal Requirements......................................................................................................................................
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2.1 Federal......................................................................................................................................................
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2.2 State..........................................................................................................................................................
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2.3 City............................................................................................................................................................
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3. Pedestrian -Accessible Facilities within the Public Rights-of-Way................................................................
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3.1 Specified in ADA Guidelines.....................................................................................................................
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4. Methods to Remove Barriers to Pedestrian -Accessible Facilities................................................................
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4.1 Project Types Generating Barrier Removal Activities...............................................................................
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4.2 ADA Exceptions.........................................................................................................................................
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5. Factors that Influence Barrier Removal Schedules......................................................................................
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5.1 Prioritization Criteria................................................................................................................................ 7
5.2 Funding Sources....................................................................................................................................... 8
6. Transition Plan Schedules.............................................................................................................................
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6.1 Initial Schedule for Curb Ramps and Accessible Pedestrian Signals........................................................ 9
6.2 Future Implementation Schedule...........................................................................................................
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7. Official Responsible for Transition Plan Implementation...........................................................................
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8. Public Outreach and Participation..............................................................................................................
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8.1 Draft Transition Plan...............................................................................................................................
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8.2 Procedures for Requests for Barrier Removal and Grievances..............................................................
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9. Appendices..............................................................................................................................................12
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I. Introduction
1. .1 Goals & Objectives
The City of Eugene ("the City") Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan for Public
Rights -of -Way ("the Plan") is created as a plan separate from the City's existing ADA Transition Plan
in order to better address accessibility specifically within the City's public rights-of-way (R/W) for
persons with disabilities. In addition, the Plan recognizes the goals of the Architectural and
Transportation Barriers Compliance Board's (Access Board) proposed guidelines for the design,
construction, and alteration of pedestrian facilities in the public R/W as published for public
comment on July 26, 2011 (and published with corrections on July 29, 2011) in the Federal Register,
36 CFR Part 1190, Docket No. ATBCB 2011-04. (2011 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or NPRM).
The City's commitment to safe and equitable pedestrian accessibility within the R/W is expressed in
various plans and documents (outlined below) and considers the Plan to not be just a fulfillment of a
federal requirement, but rather an instrument by which the City can provide a richer mobility
experience, to the extent possible, to persons with disability within the community.
1.2 City ADA Transition Plan History
Upon the adoption of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City embarked on a
comprehensive accessibility evaluation of its facilities. To date three such evaluations have been
undertaken and completed in 1992, 2000, and 2008. After extensive public input, Phase 1 of the
City's existing ADA Transition Plan, including a three fiscal -year schedule for completing prioritized
accessibility projects, was approved in 1993. Subsequent phases of the existing Plan have been
prepared and implemented and the existing Plan in 2012 represents Phase 7. While a schedule for
curb ramp installation has always been a part of each phase of the existing Plan, the City is pleased
to publish a companion ADA Transition Plan that more specifically and comprehensively addresses
accessibility within the R/W. Upon adoption of the Transition Plan for the Public Rights of Way, the
City will have two ADA Transition Plans, one specific to accessibility outside the R/W and one
specific to accessibility within the R/W.
2. Legal Requirements
Discrimination against persons with disabilities is prohibited on federal, state, and local levels and
enforced with enacted laws and regulations and approved/accepted policy plans and documents. A
summary of those edicts most closely related to the funding, design, construction, and alteration of
pedestrian facilities in the R/W to ensure access by pedestrians with disabilities is provided below.
The following is a summary of various federal, state, and local ADA -related plans and documents.
2.1 Federal
Title Vl of the Civil Right Act of 1964, [42 U.S.C. 2000d-1]
Title VI prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in programs and
activities receiving federal assistance.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 [29 U.S.C. 794]
Section 504 prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities under any program or
activity receiving federal financial assistance. The DOT routinely provides such assistance to
state and local governments for the development of transportation networks.
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Section 109 of Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 [42 U.S.C. 5309]
Section 109 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or religion in
programs and activities receiving financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development's (HUD) Community Development and Block Grant Programs.
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.)
The ADA prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and Title II of the ADA
applies specifically to state and local governments. The Department of Justice (DOJ) issues Title
II regulations, with the exception of those regulations specific to public transportation and
related accessibility standards for the design, construction, and alteration of facilities which are
issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT). The DOT's current ADA standards became
effective in 2006.
Title 11 of the ADA [298 CFR Section 35.150(d)]
Title II requires that a public entity of 50 or more employees complete a "self-evaluation" by
which the entity must develop a grievance procedure, designate an individual to oversee Title II
compliance, develop a transition plan if removal of barriers is necessary to achieve compliance,
and to retain the self-evaluation for three years. The transition plan should contain, at a
minimum, the basic components listed below:
1. List of physical barriers in the R/W that limit accessibility of persons with disabilities;
2. Description of methods to be utilized to remove the barriers;
3. Schedule for taking the necessary steps to achieve compliance (requirement for curb
ramps specifically); and
4. Name of official responsible for transition plan implementation.
An opportunity for public comment on the transition plan shall be made available to interested
persons, including those with disabilities or organizations representing individuals with
disabilities. A copy of the transition plan shall be made available for public inspection.
The Department of Justice published revised regulations for Title II of the ADA in 2010. These
2010 regulations adopted the revised, enforceable accessibility design standards called the 2010
ADA Standards for Accessible Design (2010 Standards) and permitted the 1991 Standards to be
used until March 14, 2012.
Access Board's Proposed Accessibility Guidelines for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right -of Way
(2011 NPRMs, 36 CFR Part 1190, Docket No. ATBCB 2011-04)
The Access Board's proposed guidelines for the design, construction, and alteration of
pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way are to ensure these facilities are accessible and
usable by pedestrians with disabilities. These guidelines were first published for public
comment on July 26, 2011, with corrections issued on July 29, 2011, and the comment period
was reopened on December 5, 2011 per requests from the National Association of Counties, the
National League of Cities, and the U.S. Conference of Mayors (to close February 2, 2012). When
the guidelines are adopted by the US Department of Transportation (DOT), with or without
additions and modifications, they will become the accessibility standards with mandatory
compliance issued by other federal agencies implementing the ADA, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act, and the Architectural Barriers Act.
1 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)
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In the interim the DOT's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has advised, in response to an
inquiry from the City (April, 2012), that "...While the FHWA has not issued any guidance
document on this issue, we are advising ... that either the 2005 Revised Draft Guidelines for
Accessible Public Rights -of -Way (2005 PROWAG2) or the 2011 Proposed Accessibility Guidelines
for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right -of -Way (2011 NPRM) should be considered best
practices for new construction and alteration of facilities within the public rights-of-way in order
to ensure ADA compliance."
It is specifically noted in the guidelines that the proposed guidelines do not address existing
facilities unless they are included within the scope of an alteration undertaken by the agency.
This standard has been typical of all previously adopted or proposed guidelines in that the
guidance only applies to new or altered facilities.
2.2 State
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 447 - Standards and Specifications for Access by Persons with
Disabilities (sections 447.210 to 447.310)
477.310 Standards for Curbing: Provided for the construction of curb cuts or ramps and
minimum standards for those items whenever a curb or sidewalk is constructed or replaced at
any point in a block which gives reasonable access to a crosswalk.
2.3 City
Eugene Code (EC) Chapter 7 - Public Improvements
7.090 Temporary Work: Specifies that construction activities shall not impede safe and
accessible pedestrian movement and that when such activities block public sidewalks that ADA -
accessible routes shall be provided. Temporary events and facilities such as street fairs,
parades, and vending carts must also meet accessibility criteria.
7.365 Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Ramp Standards: Outlines the requirement for
privately engineered public improvements to include the design and construction of (or provide
funding for) ADA access ramps within and adjacent to the development site. Owners of single
corner lots and lots facing t -intersections are also required to construct ADA access ramps as
part of their sidewalk construction.
Public Improvement Design Standards (P1DS) Manual
Initially adopted in 2007 by Administrative Order and most recently updated in 2011, this
manual imposes requirements and restrictions with respect to the design, location, and
construction of public improvements as per EC 7.085. Details of ADA—compliant design
standards and references to ADA -related publications are provided throughout the manual.
Standard Specifications for Construction — February 2, 2015
The City's current specifications for construction are comprised of the 2015 Oregon Standard
Specifications for Construction (Oregon Specifications) as modified by City drawings and
Amendments.
Eugene Arterial and Collector Street Plan (ACSP) —1999
Most recently updated in 1999, this plan supports provision of facilities for people with
disabilities in all street improvement and construction projects. The City's standard plans and
Z Public Rights -of -Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG)
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specifications are applied to each specific project to achieve the best possible fit with existing
conditions and still meet or exceed ADA.
Design Standards & Guidelines for Eugene Streets, Sidewalks, Bikeways and Accessways —1999
This adopted document, included as an appendix to the ACSP and included as Appendix F in the
PIDS Manual (see above), provides the standards by which the referenced facilities must comply
including new construction, reconstruction, and upgrades to same.
3. Pedestrian -Accessible Facilities within the Public Rights -cif -Way
3.1 Specified in ALBA Guidelines
Compliance with the ADA is expected to be met for all permanent and temporary facilities located in
the R/W when either newly constructed or altered, and when elements are added for pedestrian
use. The types of facilities cited by the Access board that must be readily accessible and usable in
the R/W by pedestrians with disabilities are listed below:
• Sidewalks, pedestrian overpasses and underpasses, and other pedestrian circulation paths
including requirements for pedestrian access routes, alternate pedestrian access routes
when pedestrian circulation paths are temporarily closed, and protruding objects along or
overhanging pedestrian circulation paths;
• Pedestrian street crossings, medians and pedestrian refuge islands, including requirements
for curb ramps or blended transitions, and detectable warning surfaces;
• Pedestrian street crossings at roundabouts, including for detectable edge treatments where
pedestrian crossing is not intended, and pedestrian activated signals at multi -lane
pedestrian street crossings;
• Pedestrian street crossings at multi -lane channelized turn lanes at roundabouts and at other
signalized intersections, including requirements for pedestrian activated signals;
• Pedestrian signals, including requirements for accessible pedestrian signals (APS) and
pedestrian pushbuttons;
• Transit stops and transit shelters for buses and light rail vehicles including requirements for
boarding and alighting areas at sidewalk or street level, boarding platforms, and route signs;
• Pedestrian at -grade rail grade crossings, including requirements for flangeway gaps;
• On -street parking that is marked or metered, and passenger loading zones;
• Pedestrian signs, including requirements for visible characters on signs and alternative
requirements for Accessible sign systems and other technologies;
• Street furniture for pedestrian use, including drinking fountains, public toilet facilities,
tables, counters, and benches;
• Ramps, stairways, escalators, handrails, doors, doorways, and gates.
4. Methods to Remove Barriers to Pedestrian -Accessible Facilities
A variety of processes by which capital facilities in the R/W are designed, constructed, and altered
provide opportunities to address removal of barriers to pedestrian accessibility for persons with
disabilities. Some processes are generic to all types of facilities while others are tailored to a specific
facility as outlined below:
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4.1 Project Types Generating Barrier Removal Activities
Capital and Maintenance Pavement Resurfacing Projects
23 CFR 151 requires that whenever streets, roadways, or highways are altered, Agencies shall
provide curb ramps where the street level pedestrian walkways cross curbs. On July 8, 2013, the
U.S. Department of Justice and the Department of Transportation issued a Joint Technical
Assistance memo further explaining the requirements to provide curb ramps when streets are
altered through resurfacing projects.
City streets in need of resurfacing via the City's active Pavement Preservation Program (PPP)
undergo rigorous multi -agency and multi -departmental evaluations to ensure ADA compliance
during the course of project scoping, preliminary and final design, construction, and inspection.
The capital resurfacing program is the primary source for new and altered ramps in the City.
The Public Works Maintenance resurfacing program primarily focuses on streets that have not
been constructed to a City standard as they are generally in poor condition and capital funds are
not available for these streets by policy. Due to their nature, they rarely have pedestrian
facilities that would trigger retrofit requirements. If there are existing pedestrian facilities that
do not comply with the 2011 NPRM guidelines on the Maintenance resurfacing project, they are
required to be retrofitted to meet accessibility guidelines.
New Development and Redevelopment within the Public Right of Way
As private and public agencies construct new public facilities or reconstruct or alter existing
public facilities, those facilities need to be constructed to meet current accessibility guidelines.
Examples of these types of projects are:
• Privately Engineered Public Improvement (PEPI) - The City permits public improvements
to be privately engineered and constructed via the PEPI permit process. Such
improvements are typically development driven; whereas, City capital projects are
typically community driven. PEPI plans are submitted to the City for review, approval,
and inspection and are subject to the same evaluation for ADA compliance as pavement
resurfacing projects.
• Building Permits — Private property owners that obtain building permits through the
City's Planning Department are required to reconstruct pedestrian facilities altered or
impacted by the permitted work to meet ADA compliance requirements.
• Utility Permits — Utility companies obtain a right of entry permit in order to construct
and maintain facilities located in the City right of way. In the course of the utility's work,
if existing pedestrian facilities are altered or impacted, those facilities are required to be
reconstructed for ADA compliance.
• Other City Projects — Other City capital or maintenance projects that alter existing
facilities may also trigger reconstruction of pedestrian facilities for ADA compliance and
are subject to the same evaluation for ADA compliance as pavement resurfacing
projects.
In Response to Hazards
Public Works' Maintenance Division staff addresses pedestrian safety and mobility concerns that
may arise from ad hoc hazards affecting accessibility in the R/W for persons with disabilities.
Hazards are typically identified by field inspections by code enforcement staff in the Public
Works Maintenance Division pursuant to Eugene Code 7.375 based on notifications from other
departments and requests from the public.
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Requests/Complaints
Requests and complaints from the community regarding ADA accessibility in the R/W for
persons with disabilities are triaged and assigned to the appropriate division within the Public
Works Department for evaluation and recommendation of appropriate action.
According to City Code, section 7.357, "the owner of land abutting a sidewalk shall maintain the
sidewalk and driveway approaches in good repair and safe condition." While public sidewalks
are inspected periodically by City staff, the City primarily relies on public requests or complaints
to investigate sidewalk condition and initiate corrective action. Public request may be made in
the same process as described in section 8.2, below.
4.2 ADA Exceptions
Where existing physical constraints make it impracticable for altered facilities to fully comply with
new construction requirements; compliance is required to the extent practicable within the scope of
the project. Examples of potential physical constraints described in the NPRM include, underlying
terrain, right of way availability, underground structures, adjacent developed facilities, drainage, or
the presence of a notable natural or historic feature. Cost alone is not considered a constraint. The
Department of Justice regulations have deemed, "the additional cost of alterations to provide an
accessible 'path of travel' to the altered area disproportionate when it exceeds 20 percent of the
cost of the alteration to the 'primary function' area. (See 28 CFR 35.151(b)(4)(iii))." (2011 NPRM
Section by Section Analysis page 21)
The determination of a physical constraint and compliance to the maximum extent practicable is
made on a case-by-case basis and the justification(s) for the decision must be well-documented. For
Capital and PEPI projects, this documentation must be included in the design exception request
process and requires approval of the City Engineer.
5. Factors that Influence Barrier Removal Schedules
5.1 Prioritization Criteria
The City has established a three-tier prioritization strategy for addressing barrier removal in the
public right-of-way. The prioritization reflects the adjacent land uses that generate higher levels of
pedestrian trips and responds to the network needs of pedestrians. Given limited funding,
prioritization allows the City to address barrier removal in locations that are well -traveled first, and
respond incrementally to complete barrier removal in the pedestrian network over time.
Establishing discrete priorities also increases the likelihood of attaining funding sources, such as
grants, since funding agencies generally award funding based on a local assessment of need.
Priority 1: State/Local Government and Public Use Facilities
• State/Local Government Buildings
• Hospital/Medical Clinics
• Schools
• Public Parks
• Public Transit Systems
• Access to Shared Use Paths
• High Use Areas or Facilities that serve Alternative ly-Abled Populations
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Priority 2: Places of Public Accommodation and Employment
• Major Commercial and Retail Sites
• Major Employment Sites; e.g. Downtown
• High -Density Multi -Family Housing Developments
• Places of Public Assembly
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Priority 3: Other considerations: Facilities that don't fall into the above priorities, may still be
improved based on other considerations, including but not limited to, individual service requests,
geographic connectivity, and project/funding requirements.
Regarding curb ramps, 28 CFR Section 35.150 which specifies requirements for agency Transition
Plans, requires that the Transition Plan schedule give "priority to walkways serving entities covered
by the Act, including State and local government offices and facilities, transportation, places of
public accommodation, and employers, followed by walkways serving other areas." This regulation
is reflected in Priority 1 and 2 described above.
This three-tier prioritization schedule was used initially to develop the overall Transition Plan
schedule and will continue to be used by the City in planning and scheduling individual projects.
5.2 Funding Sources
Typical funding sources for barrier removal are as follows:
Curb Ramp and Accessible Pedestrian Signal Installation Programs
Typically funded by federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) money. CDBG-eligible
activities are identified in the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Consolidated Plan, a five-
year plan with one-year action plan increments established by the cities of Eugene and
Springfield (see section 9.3). Applications and funding approval are made on an annual basis,
but because this is a competitive program, the City is not guaranteed to receive funding from
this source every year.
Pavement Resurfacing (Pavement Preservation Program) Projects
23 CFR 151 requires that whenever streets, roadways, or highways are altered, to provide curb
ramps where the street level pedestrian walkways cross curbs. On July 8, 2013, the U.S.
Department of Justice and the Department of Transportation issued a Joint Technical Assistance
memo expanding on the requirements to provide curb ramps when streets are altered through
resurfacing projects. It is the City's policy to fund curb ramp improvements from the same
source funding the alteration that triggers the requirement for curb ramp installation.
Pavement resurfacing projects have been funded through a variety of sources including
revenues from Local Gas Tax, Local Bond Proceeds, Road Operation Funds, Transportation
Systems Development Charges (impact fees), and Federal/State Regional Grants.
Other Sources
While the above two sources fund a majority of the barrier removals within the public right-of-
way, other sources used by the City of Eugene have included Safe Routes to Schools, other
federal/state and special grants, Public Works Maintenance Division operations funding, Parking
Services, and private development.
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6. Transition Plan Schedules
6.1 Initial Schedule for Curb Ramps and Accessible Pedestrian Signals
Title II of the ADA specifically requires a schedule for elimination of barriers to accessibility due to
curb ramps. This current Plan schedule primarily focuses on sidewalk (curb) ramps and pedestrian
signals.
Based on the inventory of the ramps, 12,392 ramps do not meet the guidelines described in the
2011 NPRM. Of the ramps that do not meet the 2011 NPRM guidelines, 4,080 are located in Priority
1 areas and 3,569 are located in Priority 2 areas. This inventory data needs additional refinement to
incorporate:
Maximum extent feasible design
Technical limitations of data collection equipment (level of accuracy)
Regarding pedestrian signals, 228 signalized intersections do not have accessible pedestrian signal
devices within the Urban Growth Boundary. Of the signalized intersections without accessible
devices, 131 are located in Priority 1 areas and 83 are located in Priority 2 areas.
The City of Eugene is committed to a reasonable and responsible schedule to bring the remaining
curbs and signalized intersections into ADA compliance. Most of this work will take place as
alterations included in capital projects. The current Capital Improvement Program (CIP) (FY 16 — 21)
identifies several sources of funding for capital projects for the next five year period. The following
capital projects and programs identified in the CIP (FY 16 -21) are potential sources for curb ramp
and APS alterations and construction:
• Neighborhood Transportation Livability
• Traffic Operations Improvement Program
• Traffic Signal Improvements and Upgrades
• Pavement Preservation Program
• Pavement Preservation Program —Transportation Bonds
• Amazon Active Transportation Corridor Project
• Northeast Livable Streets Project
• Services for New Development/Grant Matching Funds Transportation
As discussed in Section 4, above, regarding methods for barrier removal, in addition to the capital
program identified, other sources for curb ramp and,APS alterations and construction are private
development and maintenance activities.
Based on this variety of sources, the following schedules were developed for curb ramps and APS:
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Estimated # of
Estimated # of APS
Time Period
Curb Ramps
added to intersections
per year
per year
2015 —2021
350
6
2021 — 2053
200
6
2053 —2071
200
0
Total Ramps
12,392
-
(2015 — 2071)
Total APS
-
228
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6.2 Future Implementation Schedule
The City intends to review and evaluate the transition plan, the schedule and the ADA program for
the right of way on an annual basis. The review and evaluation will include the following tasks:
• Annually update curb ramp and APS inventory data as projects are completed. All projects
are inspected during construction and upon completion of the work to ensure compliance;
• Annually assess progress on an end -of -calendar year schedule and make any
recommendations to administratively update schedules and Plan documents;
• Review requests for service and grievances received throughout the year and evaluate
decision making and responsiveness;
• Post annual evaluation results to the public website.
i. Official Responsible for Transition Plan Implementation
Kurt Corey, P.E.
City of Eugene
Public Works Executive Director
101 E Broadway, Suite 400
Eugene, OR 97401
541-682-6826
8. Public Outreach and Participation
8.1 Draft Transition Platz
An opportunity for public review and comment on the transition plan was made available to
interested persons, including those with disabilities or organizations representing individuals with
disabilities. The City's self-evaluation and input received during the public comment period will be
retained for three years.
There were three primary goals for the public outreach activities prior to adopting the plan:
1. Meet Title II requirements for public comment opportunity.
2. Inform public about City's plan and processes regarding removal of barriers to accessibility
within the right of way. Provide information to assist interested parties to understand the
issues faced by the City, alternatives considered and planned actions.
3. Obtain public comment to identify any errors or gaps in the proposed accessibility transition
plan for the public rights of way, specifically on prioritization and grievance processes.
A Plan review and comment period between May 4, 2015 and May 31, 2015 was provided prior to
final Plan preparation for adoption. In order to inform the public about the availability of the
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Estimated # of
Estimated # of APS
Time Period
Curb Ramps
added to intersections
per year
per year
(2015 —2053)
6.2 Future Implementation Schedule
The City intends to review and evaluate the transition plan, the schedule and the ADA program for
the right of way on an annual basis. The review and evaluation will include the following tasks:
• Annually update curb ramp and APS inventory data as projects are completed. All projects
are inspected during construction and upon completion of the work to ensure compliance;
• Annually assess progress on an end -of -calendar year schedule and make any
recommendations to administratively update schedules and Plan documents;
• Review requests for service and grievances received throughout the year and evaluate
decision making and responsiveness;
• Post annual evaluation results to the public website.
i. Official Responsible for Transition Plan Implementation
Kurt Corey, P.E.
City of Eugene
Public Works Executive Director
101 E Broadway, Suite 400
Eugene, OR 97401
541-682-6826
8. Public Outreach and Participation
8.1 Draft Transition Platz
An opportunity for public review and comment on the transition plan was made available to
interested persons, including those with disabilities or organizations representing individuals with
disabilities. The City's self-evaluation and input received during the public comment period will be
retained for three years.
There were three primary goals for the public outreach activities prior to adopting the plan:
1. Meet Title II requirements for public comment opportunity.
2. Inform public about City's plan and processes regarding removal of barriers to accessibility
within the right of way. Provide information to assist interested parties to understand the
issues faced by the City, alternatives considered and planned actions.
3. Obtain public comment to identify any errors or gaps in the proposed accessibility transition
plan for the public rights of way, specifically on prioritization and grievance processes.
A Plan review and comment period between May 4, 2015 and May 31, 2015 was provided prior to
final Plan preparation for adoption. In order to inform the public about the availability of the
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Transition Plan for review, a paid advertisement was placed in two local newspapers of record, a
news release was distributed to local media, announcements were made in various City newsletters,
and copies of the Plan or internet hyperlinks were provided at a number of locations, including with
several key audiences.
One comment was received during the public comment period and indicated that the draft plan did
not meet the reviewer's expectations. There were two primary themes of the comment that are
summarized as follows: Addressing the installation of speed humps or bumps on streets that don't
have sidewalk should be included in the Plan and whether there should be public hearings prior to
the adoption of the Plan. Engineering staff personally contacted and met with the commenter to
discuss the specifics of the street of which he was concerned. A copy of the comment is attached in
the appendix.
As noted above, the City uses the 2011 NPRM for design standards within the rights-of-way. Within
the section -by -section analysis of the proposed rulemaking, the U.S. Access Board requested
information from the public on this issue of "shared streets" that do not have curbs or delineated
sidewalks and design features to facilitate wayfinding along these streets, but no design guidance or
standards were included in the proposed rulemaking. Nor are there other applicable standards
addressing this issue at this time.
There are a variety of potential barriers that may be present or occur within the public rights-of-
way. This Plan does not preclude responding to barrier removals, but does describe a specific
schedule for barrier removal relating to sidewalk access ramps and accessible pedestrian signals.
While future updates to this Plan may include schedules to remove or address other barriers within
the rights-of-way, this current Plan will remain focused on the two elements selected at this time.
A public hearing was not scheduled for adoption of this Plan. It is proposed that this Plan be
adopted by Administrative Order of the Public Works Director. This method of adoption does not
require a public hearing process nor is one required by Title II of the ADA that sets forth the
requirements for agency transition plans.
8.2 Procedures for Requests for Barrier Removal and Grievances
Entities subject to Title II of the ADA are required to "adopt and publish a grievance procedure" as
part of the Transition Plan. Public Works has developed a two-tiered approach in order to comply
with the requirement for grievance procedures. The first tier is a "Request for Service" and the
second tier is a "Grievance".
A Request for Service (RFS) is used to request accommodations or barrier removal. A request for
service may be filed in a variety of methods — in person, by telephone, by mail and on-line:
Call (541)682-4800
Email: pwmaintenance@cii.eugene.or.us or adaplan@ci.eugene.or.us
Online: www.eugene-or.gov (City of Eugene website), selected "Contact Us" at the top of
the page
The request will be recorded in Public Works' Maintenance Management System (MMS). The
recording of the request is critical for recordkeeping and to evaluate the Department's response to
ADA -related requests.
City of Eugene Transition Plan for Accessibility in the Public Rights -of -Way Page 11
Initial acknowledgement of the request for service will occur within 5 business days of
receipt of the request.
The investigation and response to the request will occur within 30 calendar days from the
date of acknowledgment.
An ADA Grievance is used to report denial of access to a City facility, program, service or activity. A
Request for Service must be filed prior to submitting a grievance and within 180 calendar days of the
Request for Service response. Like the Request for Service, the City is required to keep detailed
records and follow a strict timeline to ensure complete recordkeeping and evaluation of the
Department's response to the grievance. The grievance will be recorded in the Public Works' MMS.
• Initial acknowledgment of the grievance will occur within 5 business days of receipt of the
grievance.
• Initial staff contact and interview for information gathering will occur within 15 business
days from the date of acknowledgment, although the complainant may decline to
participate in the interview.
• A written decision will be made within 15 business days from the initial staff
contact/interview by the Public Works Section (Team) manager or designee. In addition, the
decision will be provided in a format requested by the grievant.
• If staff determines additional time is needed in order to make an informed decision, the
decision timeline may be extended in 15 -business day increments upon notification to the
grievant.
Grievance decisions may be appealed to the Public Works Director or designee (Public Works
Maintenance or Engineering Division Managers).
• The Public Works Director, or designee, will meet with the grievant within 15 calendar days
of the date of the appeal, unless declined by the grievant.
• The Public Works Director, or designee, will issue a written decision within 15 calendar days
of the meeting (or date meeting is declined) with the grievant. The decision will also be
provided in a reasonable format requested by the grievant. This decision is final.
See Appendix 9.4 for additional criteria and procedures to be used in responding to Requests for
Service and Grievances.
Any requests for service or grievances regarding issues within the right-of-way initially submitted to
the Human Rights and Equity staff will be forwarded to Public Works staff.
9. Appendices
9.1 Priority Map Barrier Removal
9.2 (Reserved)
9.3 Record of Public Outreach
9.4 Requests for Service and Grievance Criteria and Procedures and Forms
9.5 Annual Plan Updates
9.6 Summary of State/Local Plans and Documents
City of Eugene Transition Plan for Accessibility in the Public Rights -of -Way Page 12
9.7 Selected ADA Definitions as published by Access Board
9.8 Excerpt, Adopted 6 -year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Curb Ramps and APS
9.9 Administrative Order to Adopt Eugene ADA Transition Plan for Public Rights -of -Way (Insertupon adoption)
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May 4,201S
CONTACT: Nancy Burns, ADA Transition Plan Project Manager, 541-682-6887
From Public Information Section, 541-682-5523 or 541-954-2938
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Public Works Draft ADA Transition Plan Available for Review
The City of Eugene Public Works Department has conducted an evaluation of its public rights of
way and drafted a transition plan that outlines how the organization will continue to comply with ADA
regulations and provide to the extent possible safe access within the rights of way for all individuals.
Upon the adoption of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City embarked on a
comprehensive accessibility evaluation of its facilities. To date three such evaluations have been
undertaken and completed in 1992, 2000, and 2008. After extensive public input, phase 1 of the City's
existing ADA Transition Plan, including a three fiscal -year schedule for completing prioritized
accessibility projects, was approved in 1993. Subsequent phases of the existing plan have been
prepared and implemented, with the existing 2012 plan representing phase 7. While a schedule for
curb ramp installation has always been a part of each phase of the City's existing plan, the intent of the
current project is to ultimately draft a separate companion plan that more specifically and
comprehensively addresses accessibility within the public rights of way.
As part of this new draft transition plan, Public Works collected detailed data on over 15,000
sidewalk ramps and 250 pedestrian signals to develop transition schedules specific to these facilities.
In addition to the inventory of ramps and pedestrian signals and schedules, the transition plan for the
public rights of way also includes a system of barrier removal prioritization, information on how to
request barrier removals from the right-of-way facilities, and an appeals process.
An electronic copy is available on the City website at www.eugene-or.gov/adaplan. Paper
copies of the draft transition plan for facilities in the public rights of way are also available at multiple
locations: the Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Office (99 West 10th Ave, Suite 116), the
Downtown Library (100 West 10th Avenue), the City Manager's Office (125 East 8th Avenue, 2"d Floor),
and Public Works Maintenance Office (1820 Roosevelt Boulevard).
The draft plan is available for public comment through May 31, 2015. Comments and questions
may be submitted by e-mail to adaplan@ci.eugene.or.us or by calling (541)682-5277. Comment forms
are also available at locations with paper copies of the plan. Assistance in filling out a comment form is
available at the Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Office (99 West 10th Ave, Suite 116).
Public Works Administration • City of Eugene • 101 E. Broadway, Suite 400, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone 541-682-8421 • Fax 541-682-6826 • www.eugene-or.gov/pw
Administration, Finance, Recreation, Information Services, Planning and Development, and Cultural Services
Administration (with the team name Elite Feet). Members of the City Council are encouraged to participate, either by
forming a team or joining one of the existing City teams.
City teams have fared well in past competitions. Last year, more than 1,900 people representing 175 teams participated in
the Business Commute Challenge. In just one week, the BCC participants reduced more than 68,987 drive -alone miles, and
reduced more than 70,200 pounds of carbon dioxide.
Visit the website at www.commutechallenge.org for a list of activities and to sign up to participate. For more information,
contact Claudia Denton, BCC team captain for Public Works Engineering, Claudia.M.Denton@ci.eugene.or.us. or 541-682-
5059, or contact Point2Point directly at commutechallenge@ltd.org.
Public Works Draft Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan Available for Review
The City of Eugene Public Works Department has conducted an evaluation of its public rights-of-way and drafted a
transition plan that outlines how the organization will continue to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
regulations and provide, to the extent possible, safe access within the
rights-of-way for all individuals. This plan will be a separate
companion plan to the City's existing ADA Transition Plan.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,
phase 1 of the City s existing ADA Transition Plan was adopted in
1993, and included a three fiscal -year schedule for completing
prioritized accessibility projects. Subsequent phases of the existing
plan have been prepared and implemented. The existing plan
represents phase 7.
As part of this new draft companion transition plan, Public Works
collected detailed data on over 15,000 sidewalk ramps and 250
pedestrian signals to develop transition schedules specific to these
facilities. In addition to the inventory of ramps and pedestrian
signals and schedules, the transition plan for the public rights-of-way also includes a system of barrier removal
prioritization, information on how to request barrier removals from right-of-way facilities, and an appeals process.
The draft plan is available for public comment through May 31. An electronic copy of the draft transition plan is available
on the City website at www.eugene-or.gov/adal2lan. Paper copies of the draft transition plan for facilities in the public
rights-of-way are also available at multiple locations: the Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Office (99 West
101h Avenue, Suite 116), the Downtown Library (100 West 10th Avenue), the City Manager's Office (125 East 8th Avenue,
Second Floor), and Public Works Maintenance Office (1820 Roosevelt Boulevard). For more information, contact Nancy
Burns, ADA Transition Plan project manager, at 541-682-6887.
Love Food Not Waste Program Supports Seed to Supper
Seed to Supper is a comprehensive, five-week beginning gardening course that gives
novice, adult gardeners the tools they need to successfully grow a portion of their own
food on a limited budget. The curriculum was written by the Oregon Food Bank and
Oregon State University's Extension Service, and this year, for the first time, FOOD for
Lane County is offering the classes at partner agencies. Huerto de la Familia will be
offering classes in Spanish starting in May and FOOD for Lane County will also offer a
class in Spanish later this year and a few other classes this fall.
Volunteer educators who are either Master Gardeners or experienced vegetable
growers are trained to teach the five-week class series. Classes are held at FOOD for
Lane County partner agencies, including food pantries and low-income housing sites.
Students have to attend four out of the five classes to receive a certificate of completion
and some donated garden supplies, including Love Food Not Waste compost, Down to
Earth organic fertilizers, seeds, and vegetable starts.
For more information about this partnership, please contact Waste Prevention and
Green Building Analyst Stephanie Scafa at 541-682-5652.
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Vincent Lee Bide
1948-2015
d . Vincent Lee Bide of
Y.chan, OR passed away
on April 22nd. 2015 m the
i age of 67. He had endured a
lengthy bout with a number
of health issues with 3,e"r
y' V dh, coWngeaidgrace
V c beta in
Vallejo, Califimm March
lam I01h, 1948 to Forrest lames
Bide and Mary Eloise
(Md.m) Bitle. He wa' their fourth child.
Growing up in An Air Fina family, Vince went to
several schools before graduating from Creswell High
School in 1966 a an Honor student.
Vince is a Vietnam veteun. In July of 1968 Vince
cut into the Army during the Vietnam War and served
honorably bout March of 1970. Later in his life, the scam
of that war would have a profound effect on his health The
following year be received a Bachelor of Political Science
degree and Phi beta kappa honors from the University of
Oregon.
ce went into the construction business working up
and down the Northwest from California to Washington
with his brother Jim. He was an expert earpomer, did
fabrications, woodcarving, and even built his own home
in Yachas. He was a handy an with many mlaus which
also included art work, poetry, and writing. You can see
soof this on his Finabook page.
tame the 1980', Vince was briefly married an Lynnac 1—
berry. Together they had two children. He loved his
two daughters very much and was always proud of their
a
oeopluhrom. as well a his gmndkieb.
He is survived by his daughters Elirabah Irene Bill,
nowrving in the Army and Law Michelle Big, and
her husband Hunter, and her children: Can, Keegan,
Use th, Wyant, and L.Ann from Heloses, Texas He is
also survived by his brothers James Bale of Brownsville,
OR and Don Bile of Springfield. OR, some aunts, unties,
many many coming, nephews, nieces and many friends be
knew in Y.. U.
He was preceded in death by his father, mother, and
brotherGerald.
A memorid service has at been determined yet bawe
will have one in the near future.
Tuesrt Y MAY 5. 2015
SCOTT tANDGREEN
North Eugene
Age: 65
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to earn back some par- "human reaounces things,"
cut's trust Nittler said. "school board
Jandipeen has not it ember are accountable
turned requests from The In the public -
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mem: be out in order to keep
Landgreen, 65, worked (the pubBNs) trust m us,"
as a teacher for 22 year she said of evaluating Her -
in California and Austro- man. "We'll have to dis-
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parcel delivery service in are uncomfortable"
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of the North Eugene High political action eommit-
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his son was a student has raised $8,895. Her
there, and be worked with two biggest donors are
a state program that helps the Portland -based no
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and education after high For Children, which has
school. provided $2,392 in ram-
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as a YMCA director of Rep. Val Hoyle, D -Eugene,
health and fitness. who has provided $1,452
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to not publicly evaluate to increase state and local
Berman for both the 2013 funding for public schools.
14 school year and the cur- Landgreen has not
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Stephen Ronald
Meyer
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' Stephen R_ Meyer,
70 f Monroe died
`q Friday, April 24th as the
result of an automobile
-- - —idea. He was born
July 29, 1944 in Sao
Fano o, Coliform
parents Robert and Tmdance Meyer. Mr. Meyer Mrved
in be United States Monne Corps in Vietnam. He
graduated from Oregon Seste University with a Bachelor
of Fuse Arts. He marred Kathryn Fang,, no July 14,
1979 in Summedand, Calilbmia. Mr. Meyer beg hes
pmfessiowl career st Hix Studios in Corvallis. Over she
years, he owned and operated North West Phomgraphy
and did wedding photography and free lance phamgmphy
His last position from which he retired was wide Oregon
State Lim—iry where he was responsible forjoumabsm/
meds photography for the school In his leisure time, he
enjoyed tiding his eumos yde fishing and re,—g old
c Mr. Meyer was known by fellow workrm, church
embers and friends alike for his ability m make everyone
fol welcomed wh:iNver the situation. He is survived by
his wife of 35 years, Kathryn; two sons from a previous
marriage with Carol, Daniel Gaffney and Joshua Gaffney;
4 gmndchddmn Ashley Gaffney, Tyler (Karriv) Gaffney,
Aaron Gaffney, Elias Gaffney, one great-grandchild,
.Autumn and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial donations in Mr. May,?, name may be
directed to the Ant Baptist Church Building Fund or the
Wounded Wamor Project in care of McHenry Funeral
Home 206 NW 5th SL, Corvallis, OR 97330,
A Celebration ofLife will be held a 1:00 pm, Smurday,
May 9th at the Ant Baptist Church in Inaction Cry.
Please leave you thoughts and memories far the family ar
ww,mehevryfuneralhome com.
The City of Eugene
Eugene Public Works Department
011Fhas drafted an
AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT
TRANSITION PLAN
to address barriers to accessibility within
the City rights-of-way.
The proposed Plan Is available for review at these
locations
"www.eugweorgov/ADAplao
-Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement
Office (99 West 10th Ave., Suite 116)
• Downtown Library (IDO West fifth Ave.)
-City Manager's Office (125 East 8th Ave, 2nd Fbor)
• Public Works Maintenance Office
(1820 Roosevelt Blvd.)
Comments accepted through May 31st in these ways:
-Email to ADAplanged.eugene.or,us
-Commentform can be completed at the above
locations
-Assistance filling out a comment farm Is available
at the Human Rights and Neighborhood Involve-
ment Office (99 West IOth Ave., Sulte 116)
•Call 541-6825177
f Joyce Alice Hunt
1927-2015
Joyce was bum ]Wy
34 1927 in Pleasant IhO,
Oregon m Ha]le(webb)and
Cecil Wheeler, dnceshng
from pioneer families.
She attended Pleasant Hill
schools and Narthwe
Christian College in
}'
E.9. onShe emarried Darl
M Hunt on July 01, 1950
-rr - They were married almost
65 years. They fi ed in
Ea[em Oregon and —cited for the Forest Service and Pon
Orford, Oregon where she was briefly a ministers wife m
1955. They moved to Pleasant Hill and then built a new
haus. on inherited land in 1966 - a place she loved. She
worked also in local stationary stores. She had 4 children
- Greg (Elvie), Gayle, Gary (Posta) and Glen (Low.
She Itad l3 grandchildren, 3 step -children. and 13 great-
gmndchRdren.
She loved gardening, flowers, art pricials, navel and
especially activities with homily,
She is also survived by siblings - Verden, Gwca, C-1and Celia and cousin Orem and many other family me sobers.
She was the perfect example of a Chri mu woman.
She died April 29, 2015. A memorial service will be f-
pm May 06, 2015 m the Tran[ Church of Christ (Jester).
Contributions may be made to the church.
Ronnie Layne
Murphy
1950-2015
Ron L. Murphy, 64, Died
nexpectadly an Monday,
April 27µ2O15.
Roo as bora an July
21, 1950 in Belton TK, the
youngest of five boys. Ttc
graduated from Villa Park
High School in Villa Park
CA and also received his
Associates Degree from
Fullerton College in Fullerton. CA. He was drafted into
the Marines in January 1970 and served his emenry to
honor no fit January 1972 which included a or in Viet
Nam.
Ron stetted working on car in his ice. and his
passion became his life occupation until the time of his
dram. Ron never met a wanger and will be remembered
for his warm smile, his hardy laughter, and his quick wit.
Spending rizi with family, going
camping, fishing
with his brother, watching Sei-Fi, the Oregon Ducks
play and following Nascar wean some of his favorite ways
to relax.
Survivors Include his wife Kay, son Shannon Corpus
of Eugene, daughter Tow.ix Lemay (Ken) of Spokane,
WA, brothers Houston (Carol) of Creswell. OR, Curtis
(Christine) of Eugene, pad Anthony (Linda) of South
Dakam. JJe is also survived by se en grandchildren,
Desme' Carter (Jemmy), Justin and Nathan Corpus all
of Eugene and Alexi, Makenzie, Shaylee, and Lyvdce
Lemay of Spokane, WA. One very special little angel
washorn the day hcfmnRan pusscd away. Our first great
grandson Jutish
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, J.D. and
Omega Murphy and his lumber David Murphy. A
Memorial Seance will be held Saturday, May 9, 2015
at 10 am. az the Veterans Center, 1626 Willamene SL,
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AESTHETIC PiASTIC SURGERY =THE SPA SIDE
Gateway Toanm istem drop -ins
welcome, 6:30-7:45 pm, LCC
Downtown. 101h Ave, info
at toddk.pe@gmaiLcom. FREE
Adult Children of Alcoholics
Meeting 7 -bpm, Santa Oam
Church of Christ,175 Santa
Clam Ave- Santa Clara.
Nal -Anon Meeting, 7pm, Wesley
United Methodist Church, 1385
Oakway Rd. FREE
Co -Depen dents Anonymous
12 -step Meeting, 7 -Bpm, Valley
Methodist Church, 25133 E
Broadway, Veneta. FREE.
Workers of the World Meeting,
7pm, New Day Bakery, 449
Blair Blvd., ico.clasma.scatt@
gmaii.com. FREE
Open Mic Poetry, 7:30pm sign-
up, Cush Cafe, 3235 Railmad
Blvd.,.11393-6822. FREE
KIDS/FAMLLJES Baby Pop
Music 9:30am, Daisy's Place,'
1244 Lawrence FREE
Medicare Basics, 5:30pm, Beth-
el Library, 1990 Echo Hollow
Road. FREE
Jewelry 101, 6:30-8:30pm,
Michaels, 3318 Gateway St -
988 -0506. FREE
LECTURES/CIASSES'Rede.
fining Realness; Janet Mock
discusses Tans justice and
intersectionaliby Spin, EMU
Ballroom, UD. FREE
ON THEAIR'The Point,
9-9:30am, KPOV S&9FM.Anar-
0hy,Radio w/Jahn Zerzan, 7pm,
KWVABS.SFM. _
Taste afthe. World w/Wagoma
continues. See Saturday.
OLRDOORS/RECREMION -
Obsidians: Hike Little North
Santa.. 9 miles, reg. at ohsitl-
arg.
GEARS Bike pub: Fox Hollow.
25-50 mees, gam, Alton Baker
Park -Free- '
WREWs Wetland Wander.'Egnt
Thousand Years of0in!' w/Karin
Bards, Sam-3pm, reg at 338-
7046. FREE
Wildflowers Wa&w/Gail
Baker,10am-noon, Mt. Pisgah
Arboretum, 34901 Frank Parrish
Rd., 747-3&17 SS, members -
FREE
Pool Hall cominues- See Thurs-
day, May 7.
SOCIAtDANCE Eugene Falk
- Dancers, weekly international
folk dancing 6:45pm lessons,
S3; 7:45pm dance, $3, Wille -
mala re Adult Activby Center;
215 W. C St., Spfd., 344-7591.
eailonga: Argentine Tango
Milonga, lessons and open
dance, 8.11 pm, Vat's Club,1626
Willamette St S4 -S8.
SPIRITUAL Relationship w/Sa-
cred Tents, Instructional Gasses
based on tent by Dogm. 7-9pm,
Eugene Zendo, 2190 Garfield St,
call 302.496. FREE.
VOLUNTEER Eugene Park Stew-
ards Work Party, gam -noon,
Hendricks Park 1800 Skyline
Blvd- 510-4636. FREE -
WEDNESDAY
MAY 13 -
NENEFns Oakshire, Inspires,
SS of every pint sold goes to
WJ Skate Park & Urban Plaza,
OakshirePub, 207 Madison St;
654-5520.
FARMERS MARIMS The Comer
Market, fresh local produce,.
noon-6pm, 295 River Rd,
.
513-0527
Sweetwater Farm Stand, II
farm produce, products & red-
pes, 4-Gpm,1243 Rainbow Dr.
Coast Fork Farm Sand cornin-
ues. See Saturday. -
GATHERINGS League of Womw
Voters Unit Meeting, 10am, East
Eugene, 342.8243; 2pm, Cin
swell/Cimage Grove, 942-767&
Spm, SW Eugene, 3434n8.
FREE
Nar-Anan Meeting 12.30pm,
Springfield Lutheran Church,
15421 St, Spfd. FREE.
Parkinson's Pius Support Group,
1:30pm, 207 E Fifth Ave., 345.
2986. FREE,
Peace Vigil, 4:30pm, 7th & Pead.
FREE.
Asperge7s Support Group, .
"pm, 541 Willamette St FREE.
Co -Dependents Anonymous,
women -only 12 -step meeting,
6-lpm, St. Thomas Episcopal
Church, 1465 Coburg Rd. FREE.
NAN Connection Peer Support
Group for individuals w/mental
illness, bpm, NAMI Lane County
Resource Center, 2411 MLKJr.
Blvd. FREE.'
HEALTH -lea Time Deadence:
Bakingw/Almond Flwr,'Jaena
Barren, noon-130pm, Natural
Grocers, 201 Coburg Rd. FREE.
qOS/FAMILIES Lapsh Stn-
rydme, ages birth -3 w/adult,
1Dam, Springfield Library, 225
Sth St, Spfd. FREE.
Preschool Storyume, ages 3-6,
10am, Springf eld Library, 225
5th St, Spfd. FREE.
Family Board Game Night, Bpm,
Castle ofGames, 660 Main,
SpfdL FREE
LECTURESICUSSES Medicare
Made clear, 5-6pm, Oregon
Insurace Lady Office,1163 Olive
St, reg. at 222.9020. FREE.
'tillages and Empires" w/arche-
ologist Stephen Oueppen, Spm,
downtown Ibrary. FREE
'A Phomgmphic Memory. Seeing
the Disappeared' w/Gusavo
Germano, 7pm, Lillis Business
Complex, U0. FREE.
Creating Nurturing Environ -
mems m Foster Healthy Child
Development, 7pm, DRI, 1776
Millrace Or-, 4842123. FREE.
City of Eugene
and Eugene Urban Renewal Agency
Budget Committee Meetings Notice
The City of Eugene and Eugene Urban Renewal Agenry_Budget Committee is preparing to
review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2015-20164FY16) and to provide its recommen-
dations on the budget to the City Council. The Budget Committee wants your help in sed -
ting
e -ting funding priorities for our community. Please join the Budget Committee at its upcoming
meetings to learn more and to speak about your priorities.
Public Testimony and Deliberation on the FY16 Proposed Budget
Tuesday, May 5, 2015 •5:30 pm
Public Testimony, Deliberation and Action on the
FY16 Proposed Budget
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 • 5:30 pm
All meetings will be held in the Bascom-TykesynRoom, Downtown Public -Library, 100 W
10th Avenue. .. .. - ..: ..
How You Can Get Involved - - -
Members of the public are encouraged to express their views on the FY16 proposed budget
Public testimor ill betaken at 5:30 pm at the May 5 and May 12 Budget Committee meet-
ings. Public testimony an'also be submitted by sending a written statement to the Budget
Cohnn iftee or"'Oty-Council, c/o City of Eugene Finance Division, 100 W. 10th Ave. Ste. 400,
Eugene, Oregon, 97401; submit a writtenstatement at the meeting or public hearing; or via
the Budget'Cornmittee contact form at www.eugeneorgov/budget At the top -right of the
webpage, dick the "Contact the Budget Committee" button- -
How to Get More Information
The FY16 proposed budget is available on the City of Eugene web site at www.eugene-cat
gov/budgetstarting on Wednesday, April 22, 2015. Hard copies ofthe FY16 proposed budget
are available for public review at the City of Eugene Finance Division (100 W 10th Avenue,
Suite 400, Eugene, Oregon 97401), Downtown Public Library reference desk (100 W 10th
Avenue, 2nd floor, Eugene, Oregon 97401), and at the City Managers Office (Lane County
Public Service Building, 125 E 8th Avenue, Eugene, Oregon 97401), Wednesday, April 22,
2015. Budget Committee meeting materials and webcasts are available at www.eugene-or.
go.
/budget by selecting the "Get Involved" tab. Please contact the City of Eugene Finance
Division at 541-682-5512 ifyou have any questions or need additional information.
This notice was originally published on April 15 and this revision was published on May 1
on the City's website and may be viewed at http://www.eugene-or.gov/DocumentCenter/
View/19199
'What is College 1br2: A Defence
of the Liberal Arts' w/Willlam-
DeresiIrm.,7:30pm:Strau6 --
Hall U0 FREE. -- -
ONTHEAfR'ThePoint' _
9-9:30b.,KPUV8R9AM. _
'That Atheist Show, weekly ral4
in, 7pm.Comcast 1V channel
29,790-6617. --. .
OUTOOORS/RECREATtON Ob-
sidians: Hike Amazon Hdwus/
Spencer Burne, 6.2 miles, reg a< "
obudians.org, - -,
Accessible Aquatics,swimming
classes for individuals with
disabilities, loam, Amazon Pool,
2600 Hilyard St. S7.
Pool Hall continues- See Thurs-
day, May 7
THURSDAY
MAY 14
COMEDY Lady to Lady, three
hilarious women, 930pm Docs
Pad, 710 Willamette St S5.
FILM Documentary The Woi
Around US Al Jauera's cover-
age of Op. Cast Lead in Gaza,
7pm, Growers Market, 454 WHII
melte St. FREE
GATHERINGS Eugene Metra Busi
ss Networking Imarreconal,
11:30am, LCC Down own Center,
101 W. 10thAw. SR lunch
Downtown Public Speakers
Toastmasters pub -drop -ins
welcome noon-S:DSpm, Les
Lyle Conference Rm, Fourth
Boor Wells Fargo Bldg., 99 E
Broadway Ave, info at 48s-
1182. FREE
Does Pad Drag Oueen Bingo
continues. SeeThursday, May 7.
Downtown Toastmasters mntin-
ues.See Thursday,May7. c
Eugene Metra Business Net-
working International continues.
See.Thursday, May 7.
Nar-Amn Meetingcontfn m
See Thursday; May 7.. -
_ NI05/FAMILIESWoneeAut
Ones Sterytime continues. Ser
Thursday, May 7
Mountain View Academy Open
House, 7 -Spm, 45 Moss St, -
Lowell, 73S-1709. FREE.
LECTURES/CUSSES Onean-
One Job Hunting Help, 4-6pm,
downtown library, reg at 682.
S450.FREE-
BBce Touring 101, bpm, OP Sam,
1225 E 18th Ave:, 346437L
FREE.
"Start/Grow an Arts & Crafts
Business,' bpm, do_wmown -
library. FREE
LITERARYARTS Lunch w/author
Judy Con, noon, The Book Nest,
_1461 Mohawk Blvd., Spfd FREE
ONTHEAIR'The Pointr
9-9:30am, KPOV 88.9FM. .
-'Arts Journal" cument loa
Comcast l arts,
9-10pm, Cost channel 29.
OUMOORS/RECREATION -
GEAR. Bike Club: Clearwater
Tail and Springfield, 25 miles,
Sam, Alton Baker Park FREE.
Pool Hall for seniors continues.
See Thursday, May 7
-SOCIAL DANCE Music & Dance
Workshops wrailer de Son Ja-
mcho, 7-9pm,American Legion
-
Hall 3448th St., Spfd. FREE.
SPIRCTUAL &PI" rgihe Heal-
ing Power Othe New Testament
- continues. See Thursday, May 7
THEATERA Staampunk Sherlock
Holmes continues. See Thurs. -
day, May Z
No Shame Workshop continues.
" See Thursday, May 7.
Trader Fork ltloozo continues.
See Thursday, May 7.
VOLUNTEER Care for Owen Rose
Garden bringglaves & small
hand -weeding tools, instruction
provided, noon,3p n, end of K
Jefferson 5t., 682-5025.
CORVMS`
AND SURROUNDING .
AREAS
-FIUDAY, MAY 8: Les Misefo
T! 7:30Pro Friday & Satur-- -
. day; 2:30pm Sunday, Majestic."'
Theatre, 738-7469.820-S25:
SATURDAY. MAY 9: Corvallis
Fiermers-Market, gam -Spm,
Firat SL. FREE..
THURSDAY, MAY 14: Dolly
We
Khcfien, 7:30prn today,
through Saturday, Wimy-
combe Hall Main Stage, OSU.
s5 -S32.
ATTENTIDN
OPPORTUNITIES
Auditions for Roving P.W.
upcoming musical The Secrer c
Gardenwill be held 2-4pm_
Saturday & Sunday, May
9-10, at Gaod Sam. Ctr, 3500
Hilyard. Seeking players 9
years and older for 28 to 30
roles. For info, all 686-2738 .,.
or 343-2264. -
U0 Outdoor Program: Field
Geology Beach Walk. Sam.
4:30pm Saturday, May 9. For
info, see outdoorprogram
uoregon.edu/events.
A portion of your purchase
May 13-14 at Coburg Pizza
benefits the animals of West
..Coast Dog and Cat Rescue. For
firer, see westcoastdogandat.
org. -
Musicians needed for Dexter
Lake Farmers Market. Call
937-3007.
'The City of Eugene Public Works Department has
drafted an AMERICANS WITH
Eugene DISABILITIES ACT RANSITION. PLAN
to address, barriers to accessibility within the City rights-of-way.
The proposed Plan is available for review at these locations
•www.eugene-or.goy/ADAplan -
.Human Rights and Neighborhood Involvement Office
(99 West 10th Ave., Suite 116)
•Downtown Library (100 West 10th Ave.)
•cry Manager's Office (125 Fast 8th Ave., -2nd Floor)
-Public Works Maintenance Office (1820 Roosevelt Blvd.)"
Comments accepted through May 31stin these ways:
-Email to ADAplan@ci.eugene.or.us
-Comment form can be completed at the above locations.
-Assistance filling out a comment form is aJailable at the Human Rights and
Neighborhood Involvement.Office (99 West 10th Ave., Suite 116).
-Call 541-682-5i77 - - -
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May 2015
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Monthly Spotlight
MAY IS BIKE MONTH - Click Below for Info
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges - Coming
soon to a bike bridge near you!
Enjoy FREE coffee, bagels, cream cheese, bike bells, bike safety
checks, bike registration, friends and fun! If you're biking or
walking to work, school, or for fun, come join us! Breakfast at the
bike bridges will be kicked off this year with the Business
Commute Challenge on Tuesday May 12th at the DeFazio Bridge
and our regular event
All other events will I
on the last Friday of
month from May to
October
7:OOAM-9:30AM.
Do you enjoy Eugene
Sunday Streets as mu
as you enjoy Breakfa!
at the Bike Bridges? l
you still have your of
ESS t -shirts? We want
you to wear it and help us get a photo of every Sunday Streets
shirt we've had!
In This Issue:
Mav is Bike Month
Breakfast at the Bike
Bridge 2015
Lane County Vehicle
Registration Fee on Ballot
in May
Attend MovingAhead
Workshops in Mav
Sunday Streets Thanks
You for Year 51
Road Repairs Need to
Happen - Sitting in Traffic
Doesn't
Safe Routes to Schools
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
for School Community
Rides l
Public Works Draft ADA
Transition Plan Available
for Review
"Don't Be That Guy"
Campaign
EVENTS:
2015 Business Commute
Challenge
Cyclofemme Bike Ride
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Don't get stuck in traffic this construction season. Go to
KeepUshloving. Info to sign up for weekly updates about regional
construction projects, detours and scheduled closures. Check out
regional transportation options for the best way to get to your
destination. KeepUsMoving. info is a partnership between the Lane
Council of Governments, the cities of Eugene, Springfield, and
Coburg, Lane County, ODOT, and Lane Transit District. We're
working together to keep you moving
Safe Routes to Schools
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
for School Community Rides!
Visit eugenespringfieldsrts.org or the
Volunteer spot
Contact Zane Wheeler for more info or to
sign -tap:
Zane.s.wheeler®c1.eugene.or.us or
541-682-6321
The program teaches 5th - 6th grade local middle school students
how to ride their bikes safely among traffic. The class is a 10 day
curriculum that culminates with 2 days of community rides around
local neighborhoods. We need volunteers to ride with us during
the community rides and help maintain a safe
environment for a class on bikes.
When: The below dates are scheduled for this spring. These dates
may change based on class changes or weather.
• Spencer Butte Middle - May 7 Et 8: 2:30-3:25
• Briggs Middle - May 7 Ft 8: 1:35-3:05
• Malabon Elementary - May 7 Et 8: 9:30-11:30
• Monroe Middle - May 21 Et 22: 10:00-11:48 £t 2:25-3:15
• Clear Lake Elementary - May 21 Et 22: 10:15-11:45
• Hamlin Middle - May 21 Et 22: 1:23-3:05
• Prairie Mt. School - June 5: 9:00-10:00, 11:15.12:15,
1:00-2:00
• Agnes Stewart - June 4 Et 5: 1:30-3:05
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Public Works Draft ADA Transition Plan Available for
Review
The City of Eugene Public Works Department has conducted an
evaluation of its public rights of way and drafted a transition plan
that outlines how the organization will continue to comply with
ADA regulations and provide, to the extent possible, safe access
within the rights of way for all individuals. This plan will be a
separate companion plan to the City's existing ADA Transition
Plan.
As part of this new transition plan, Public Works collected
detailed data on over 15,000 sidewalk ramps and 250 pedestrian
signals to develop transition schedules specific to these facilities.
In addition to the inventory of ramps and pedestrian signals and
schedules, the transition plan for the public rights of way also
includes a system of barrier removal prioritization, information on
how to request barrier removals from right-of-way facilities, and
an appeals process.
The draft plan is available for public comment through May 31. An
electronic copy of the draft transition plan is available on the City
website at www.eugene-or.eov/adaptan. Paper copies of the
starting at Euphoria
Chocolate at the corner of
Bertelsen Rd. and Stewart
Rd., ending at the Terry St.
Railroad Bridge. Win fabulous
prizes by getting your
Wetland Passport stamped at
each booth!
Participating Organizations:
City of Eugene, The Nature
Conservancy, Bureau of Land
Management, Lane County
Parks, Long Tom Watershed
Council, Lane Metro Youth
Corps, Whole Earth Nature
School, Oregon Department
of Fish £t Wildlife, Northwest
Youth Corps, GEARS, and
Euphoria Chocolate.
Prizes donated by: Cascades
Raptor Center, Euphoria
Chocolate, City of Eugene
Recreation, Mt. Pisgah
Arboretum, REI, Science
Factory, City of Eugene
Aquatics, Mountain Rose
Herbs, and others.
Mark your calendar for this
FREE family -friendly event!
Park at:
• Euphoria Chocolate,
4090 Stewart Rd
• WREN, 751 S. Danebo
Ave
• Data Logic, 959 Terry
St.
For more information, call
541-338-7047 or email
info@wewettands.org
Kidical Mass Family Bike
Ride
3rd Saturday of Each Month:
• May 16th
Bike Friday is the largest
local bike manufacturing
facility in the state, they
build bikes for our local bike
safety education fleet and
have recently started
producing a great family bike
called the Haul -a -Day . Come
take a field trip to the
facility and see how the
bikes are built.
Picnic Lunch! Bring some
food and we'll add some too
and provide some beverages
too.
Two departure locations
including our first Bethel
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draft transition plan for facilities in the public rights of way are
also available at multiple locations: the Human Rights and
Neighborhood Involvement Office (99 West 10th Ave, Suite 116),
the Downtown Library (100 West 10th Avenue), the City Manager's
Office (125 East 8th Avenue, 2nd Floor), and Public Works
Maintenance Office (1820 Roosevelt Boulevard).
For more information, contact Nancy Burns, ADA Transition Plan
project manager, at 541-682-6887.
That Guy." Using attention -grabbing images and humorous
taglines, the campaign aims to convey some general "Don'ts" of
riding the bus. Given the extremely diverse customers that we
service, we felt that humor was the universal language that would
convey these sometimes unpleasant messages.
Every month the message will change to a different "courtesy,"
such as not eating on the bus and keeping your feet off the seats.
We suspect that everyone will have their favorites as they rotate
throughout the year. This month we are featuring the No Smoking
rule to tag along with April's Earth Day, and last month was
"Cover Your Cough," for the cold and flu season.
We believe that these quirky ads will connect with our customers
and remind them that Courtesy is Contagious.
2015 Business Commute Challenge! May 9-15
Join a friendly competition
workplace against
workplace - to see who can
{,
walk, bike, bus, carpool, or
telework during the week
of May 9-15. The workplace
ith the most participation
ins (based on size).
Individual participants can
win too! The more you participate this bigger the prize you have a
chance to win.
Visit commutechalllenge.ora to learn more, for a list of prizes and
events, and to sign-up.
The 2014 Business Commute Challenge is an event coordinated by
Point2point at Lane Transit District.
walk4bike 4bus 4 pooIaWINi
School District Kidical Mass
ride!
Meet at Monroe City Park
(10th Et Monroe) or WREN in
the West Eugene Wetlands
(751 S. Danebo Ave) at 10am
(WREN ride will depart at
1 lam after check-in out the
Walkin' Et Rollin' the
Wetlands event)
Basic Info:
A family fun ride with
trailers, trait -a -bikes,
Xtracycles, tandems, oh my!
We'll ride legal, safe, and
hoot it up. Helmets are
heavily encouraged (and
legally required for the tikes
under 16 years of age)
www. kidicaImass. oro
Camabell Bike Grou
Departs rain or shine from
Campbell Center (155 High
St) for a relaxed in -town
ride. Helmet required,
weekly attendance is not.
Rides are 10-20 miles,
depending on who shows up.
Call Campbell Center at 541-
682-5318 for more
information. Wednesdays,
10:30am Oct -April, 9:30 am
May -Sept.
Walk n Talkers
This self -led group walks 3-5
miles at a quick pace; there
is usually a coffee stop along
the way. The route varies
and may have hills or rough
pavement. The group walks
rain or shine, year-round and
departs at 9am sharp. Call
Campbell Center at 541-682-
5318 for more information.
Fridays, 9am.
Cycling for Veterans
Every Tuesday from
5:30pm-7:30pm. Meet at
Maurie Jacobs Park, SE
corner of parking lot off Fir
Lane. More information, call
Ree: 541-337-3710. Adaptive
bikes available, call Paty:
541-682-5311. Open to all
veterans including disabled
veterans, friends and
families of veterans.
Improve your health and
wellness lifestyle in a
supportive environment.
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IN THIS EDITION
�v
• Compost Benefit
Bethel Education
MovinaAhead Workshops
Throughout May
• ADA Transition Plan
Foundation Compost Sale!
• Parks Update
�
• Playborhood!
Saturday, May 9, 2015
• New Generations Film
streets you use every day!
Festival
MovingAhead is your
opportunity to identify MoVingAhead
• Proposed Vehicle Fee
• Vets Comn/New Home
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Making Great Cities
• The Dignity Project
Moving.Ahead Workshops
Throughout May
Eugene and Springfield
residents - now is the time to
_..
help shape the future of the��
streets you use every day!
_ a
MovingAhead is your
opportunity to identify MoVingAhead
( 'Too often we underestimate the
improvements for people STREETS AND PLACES REIMA
power of a touch, a smile, a kind
word, a listening ear, an honest
1
who walk, bike and take transit on some of our region's
most important streets.
MovingAhead is hosting workshops in your neighborhood
to gather input about how you think these streets
should work in the future.Bring your family; supervised
children's activities and snacks will be provided.
Presentation and group activities will begin at 5:30
p.m.
Highway 99 Corridor
Monday, May 18
5-7:30 p.m.
Willamette High School, 1801 Echo Hollow Rd., Eugene
River Road Corridor
Tuesday, May 19
5-7:30 p.m.
North Eugene High School, 200 Silver Ln., Eugene
30th Avenue/Lane Community College Corridor
Wednesday, May 27
5-7:30 p.m.
Eugene Public Library, 100 W 10th Ave., Eugene
Northeast Corridors (Coburg Road, MILK Jr.
Blvd./Centennial Blvd., Valley River Center)
Thursday, May 28
5-7:30 p.m.
Monroe Middle School, 2800 Bailey Ln., Eugene
Our community values transportation that is safe and
convenient for everyone whether on foot, bike, a bus,
or in a car. A safe and accessible transportation system
supports great neighborhoods and helps keep us and our
economy healthy. The City of Eugene and the Lane
Transit District (LTD) - with the help of other regional
partners - are launching MovingAhead to determine how
to improve the main streets that connect our
neighborhoods, shopping areas, and jobs. MovingAhead
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GUIDE
See Guide—
Now Arailab to for Review
The City of Eugene Public Works Department has
conducted an evaluation of its public rights of way and
drafted a transition plan that outlines how the
organization will continue to comply with ADA regulations
and provide, to the extent possible, safe access within the
rights of way for all individuals. This plan will be a
separate companion plan to the City's existing ADA
Transition Plan.
As part of this new transition plan, Public Works collected
detailed data on over 15,000 sidewalk ramps and 250
pedestrian signals to develop transition schedules specific
to these facilities. In addition to the inventory of ramps
and pedestrian signals and schedules, the transition plan
for the public rights of way also includes a system of
barrier removal prioritization, information on how to
request barrier removals from right-of-way facilities, and
an appeals process.
The draft plan is available for public comment through
May 31. An electronic copy of the draft transition plan is
available on the City website at www.eugene-
or.gov/adaplan. Paper copies of the draft transition plan
for facilities in the public rights of way are also available
at multiple locations: the Human Rights and Neighborhood
Involvement Office (99 West 10th Ave, Suite 116), the
Downtown Library (100 West 10th Avenue), the City
Manager's Office (125 East 8th Avenue, 2nd Floor), and
Public Works Maintenance Office (1820 Roosevelt
Boulevard).
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something we want Eugene's
Latino community members to feel
in Eugene parks. A local study
done in 2012 identified that
Eugene's Latino community
members do not always feel
welcome in Eugene parks. The Office of Human Rights Et
Neighborhood Involvement (HRNI), in partnership with the
University of Oregon Center for Latino/a and Latin
American Studies (CLLAS), is working with staff in Parks
and Recreation to do specialized outreach with the Latino
community as part of the Parks Et Recreation System
Plan. The Parks and Recreation System Plan will guide the
development and operation of Eugene's parks, trails,
recreation facilities and sports fields for the next 10
From: Pat Langan
Sent: Monday, May 25, 2015 3:23 PM
To: CEADAPIan
Subject: ADA Transition Plan for Assessibility in Public Right -of Way
I have just reviewed what Eugene propose for removing barriers in City's public Right -of -Way. One thing I
don't see addressed is City installed SPEED BUMPS or SPEED HUMPS on unimproved streets that does not
have curbs and gutter, shoulders and/or sidewalk. On these streets people in wheelchairs, on bikes, or
walking have to use the street paving for access. With the SPEED BUMPS, they create barriers that are
impassable and very dangerous while wheelchairs have to travel out in the middle of the street trying to,eross
over the humps and dodge traffic. Most of the time a wheelchair need to back up,over the bumps placing
their back to traffic. Not a good situation. Any plan needs to include removal or provisions for a way to go
around them. Either installing sidewalks of turnouts or just plain removing the bump barriers altogether.
Are there any public hearings or meetings so people can voice their concerns? If so when and where. If
not, why not? Please give me an answer before your May 31st deadline for comments.
You can reach me at this e-mail address or by calling me at .
R. P. Langan.
Appendix 9.4
Requestsfor Service and Grievance Criteria and Procedures and Forms
City of Eugene Transition Plan for Accessibility in the Public Rights -of -Way
APPENDIX 9.4
Request for Service and Grievance Criteria and Procedures
Decision Criteria
The follow criteria will be used by Public Works staff and decision -makers in evaluating requests for service
and grievances:
• The Public Works ADA Transition Plan for Facilities within the Right of Way.
• Engineering principles as described in the Public Improvements Design Standards Manual and the 2011
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for ADA Guidelines for facilities within the Right of Way (until a final rule
is adopted is adopted by FHWA/DOJ).
• Existing local, state and federal laws regulating the use of public ways.
• The efficient use of the public way by the public. For example, distance to nearest accessible crossing,
how long has barrier been an issue for complainant.
• The use of abutting property.
• The intensity of the use of the street by vehicles and pedestrians.
• The physical condition and characteristics of the street and abutting property.
• Construction within or adjacent to the street.
Investigation Criteria and Procedures
1. Initial Contact — A complaint may be filed in a variety of methods — in person, by telephone, mail and on-
line. The complaint will be recorded in MMS and an acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to the
complainant that describes the next steps to processing the complaint.
2. The complaint shall be investigated unless:
• The complaint is withdrawn.
• There has not been a Request for Service (RFS) made.
• The complainant fails to provide required information after numerous requests.
• The complaint is not timely filed.
• Any issues that do not involve ADA barriers within the right of way will be directed to
the appropriate entity. Under no circumstances is the complainant discouraged from
filing a complaint.
• Barrier is not within City's jurisdiction. (private property, ODOT, Lane County)
3. The authorized staff representative (per Transition Plan process or by delegation) will contact the
complainant in order to acknowledge receipt of the complaint, introduce self and provide personal
contact information, review the complaint, explain the grievance process and schedule an interview.
4. The "investigator' shall prepare a written record of the investigation which includes:
• The name of the complainant, contact information and additional preferences for
communication (in addition to the required written response).
• Basis of complaint — i.e., Complainant's description of the barrier in the right way.
• Remedy sought by the complainant.
• Information needed in order to address the issue — include sources for information and
key staff.
• Estimated investigation timeline.
Conducting the investigation:
• The investigation will address only those issues relevant to barriers within the right of
way.
• While the information is subject to public information laws, confidentiality will be
maintained as much as possible. Oftentimes people may self -disclose personal
information that does not need to be documented, a common example would be
medical information.
MMS will be used to document a chronological record of the contacts made throughout
the investigation — be sure to enter information into MMS.
Initial Contact — Request for Service
Actions:
Timelines:
Create Request for Service (RFS) in MMS using one of the
Investigation and response to the request
applicable codes.
within 30 calendar days from date of
Staff assigned to the selected MMS code reviews the
Acknowledge receipt (if requested) of the
request and acknowledges its receipt.
request for service within 5 business days.
(Document acknowledgement in the MMS record.)
Track phone calls through the action log notes.
• The grievance must be filed within 180 days of the
(E-mail, voice mail or on-line requests only)
If the incorrect MMS code was used, forward and revise the
code or work group to appropriate team. Follow-up on the
revision to ensure acknowledgement timeline is met.
Response — Request for Service
Actions:
Timelines:
Create WO then investigate the request for service and
Investigation and response to the request
respond with information
within 30 calendar days from date of
submitting a grievance. Should be able to find the
acknowledgement.
Close WO in MMS
Once issue has been solved or addressed
Initial Contact - Grievance
Actions:
Timelines:
Record grievance in MMS.
Written decision within 15 business days of
• Note a request for service must be filed prior to
interview (or date interview is declined).
submitting a grievance. Should be able to find the
previously submitted request in MMS and make
Extensions in 15 business day increments are
the grievance a "child" of the original request.
allowed upon notification.
• The grievance must be filed within 180 days of the
request for service response. If not filed within this
timeline, it should be re-entered as a request for
service (not a grievance).
Staff assigned to the selected MMS code, review the
Acknowledge receipt of the grievance within 5
grievance and acknowledge its receipt. Create a WO
business days.
(Document acknowledgement in the MMS record.)
Public Works Section (Team) Manager initiates contact and
Contact and interview complainant within 15
interviews complainant. Complainant may decline the
business days from acknowledgment.
interview. (Document contact and interview in MMS
record)
Investigation and Response — Grievance (Section or Team Manager)
Actions:
Timelines:
Complete any additional investigation and prepare a
Written decision within 15 business days of
written decision in the format requested by the
interview (or date interview is declined).
complainant.
If additional time is needed to investigate or respond to the
Extensions in 15 business day increments are
complaint, notify the complainant.
allowed upon notification.
Appeal — Grievance (Public Works Director or Division Manager designee)
Actions:
Timelines:
Public Works Director will meet with the complainant,
unless declined by the complainant.
Meeting within 15 calendar days of the date of
appeal.
Complete any additional investigation and prepare a Written decision within 15 calendar days of
written decision in the format requested by the meeting (or date meeting is declined).
complainant.
Key: MMS = Maintenance Management System; WO = Work Order
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City of Eugene Transition Plan for Accessibility in the Public Rights -of -Way
Appendix 9.6
Summary of State/Local Plans and Documents
State
Oregon Transportation Plan (OTP) - 2006
Most recently updated and adopted by the Oregon Transportation Commission in 2006, the OTP
is a 25 -year transportation plan with a comprehensive assessment of state, regional, and local
(private and public) transportation facilities and services including airports, bicycle and
pedestrian facilities, highways and roadways, pipelines, port and waterway facilities, public
transportation, and railroads.
Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan (OBPP) -1995
Adopted by the Oregon Transportation Commission in 1995 and included as an element of the
OTP, the OBPP provides general principles and policies used by ODOT to provide bike and
pedestrian routes along state highways and serves as guidance to cities and counties in the
development of such local routes.
Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Design Guide — 2011
Adopted as part of the OBPP and most recently updated in 2011 and included as Appendix L of
the current Oregon Highway Design Manual (see below), these recommended design standards
are used by the ODOT for state highway projects and are intended to meet or exceed national
standards including the current ADA accessibility guidelines.
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) ADA Section 504 Transition Plan — 2011
Initially issued in 1992, ODOT updated its Transition Plan in 2004 and most recently in 2011. In
the current Transition Plan, the ODOT's Highway Division includes a curb ramp inventory and
schedule. The plan also cites funding sources for sidewalks, curb ramps and other ADA -related
facilities and states that any ODOT-administered grant programs or any projects administered
by the ODOT Local Government program for projects that include these kinds of improvements
must comply with the current ADA guidelines, as required. In addition, private property
development along state highways is required to construct sidewalks and curb ramps, where
applicable.
Oregon Highway Design Manual - 2012
This manual provides uniform standards and procedures for the ODOT, including those related
to achieving ADA compliancy, and is used for all projects that are located on the state highways.
city
TransPlan - The Eugene -Springfield Transportation System Plan (TSP) - 2002
Originally adopted in 1986 and most recently updated in 2002, TransPlan is considered the
Transportation Functional Plan (TFP) of the Metro Plan for the cities of Eugene and Springfield
and Lane County and is adopted as the federally required Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).
The first objective of TransPlan is to "...Provide adequate levels of accessibility and mobility for
the efficient movement of people, goods and services within the region."
9.9650 TransPlan Policy (4) outlines the desire "...to improve transit service and facilities to
increase the system's accessibility, attractiveness, and convenience for all users, including the
transportation disadvantaged population."
Eugene Pedestrian & Bicycle Strategic Plan (BPSP) (TSP Strategy 4.2, Action 4.2.3) - 2008
The BPSP, created in 2008 as a 5 -year plan, is intended to guide City planners and involve the
community in the effort to make the city more "walkable and bikeable". It supports many
community goals including one of equity to provide the same mobility opportunities to all
citizens, including persons with disabilities, that they may experience the same "mobility
opportunities" as those who drive vehicles.
Eugene Pedestrian and Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan (BPMP) — 2012
The BPMP, created in 2012 to serve as the pedestrian and bicycle elements of the TSP, has three
primary objectives to 1) expand and improve the pedestrian and bicycle networks; 2) address
safety and equity of all users including persons with disabilities; and 3) provide pedestrian- and
bicycle- related support facilities that encourage walking and bicycling. An update to the City's
ADA Transition Plan (see below) is a recommendation of the BPMP.
Central Area Transportation Study (CATS) — 2006
Completed in 1987 and most recently updated in 2006, CATS is considered a refinement of the
TSP for the greater downtown and University of Oregon areas. The document promotes the
development of a transportation system that provides for the safe and efficient movement of
motor vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, and transit vehicles.
City of Eugene ADA Transition Plan — Phase 7, 2008
See description in section 1.2 above.
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Consolidated Plan
A five-year planning document developed in collaboration with the city of Springfield to meet
HUD requirements to establish priorities and progress measurements for address housing,
homeless, community, and economic development needs and resources. Removal of barriers to
accessibility is a HUD -approved component of the Consolidated Plan and therefore eligible for
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding (see section 5.3).
Lane Transit District (LTD)
Lane Coordinated Public Transit Human Services Transportation Plan (Lane Coordinated Plan)
This plan was adopted by the Lane Transit Board of Directors in 2007 and most recently updated
in 2009 to include elements as required by the Federal Transit Administration to ensure
compliance with federal and state requirements and guidelines. The LTD EZ Access Program
serves older adults and persons with disabilities with transportation that best suits their needs.
The LTD ADA -compliant paratransit service RideSource is a complimentary service that provides
the larger communities of Eugene and Springfield with individual prescheduled trips for persons
with disability unable to use the fixed route service and has been provided since 1993.
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Appendix 9.7
Definitions and Acronyms
(not comprehensive)
Selected ADA Definitions as published by Access Board
Accessible: Describes a facility in the public right-of-way that complies with ADA guidelines.
Alteration: A change to a facility in the public right-of-way that affects or could affect pedestrian
access, circulation, or use.
Blended Transition: A raised pedestrian street crossing, depressed corner, or similar connection
between the pedestrian access route at the level of the sidewalk and the level of the pedestrian
street crossing that has a great of 5 percent or less.
Curb Ramp: A ramp that cuts through or is built up to the curb. Curb ramps can be perpendicular or
parallel, or a combination of parallel and perpendicular ramps.
Element: An architectural or mechanical component of a building, facility, space, site, or public
right-of-way.
Facility: All or any portion of building, structures, improvements, elements, and pedestrian or
vehicular routes located in the public right-of-way.
Pedestrian Access Route: A continuous and unobstructed path of travel provided for pedestrians
with disabilities within or coinciding with a pedestrian circulation path.
Pedestrian Circulation Path: A prepared exterior or interior surface provided for pedestrian travel in
the public right-of-way.
Public Right -of --Way: Public land or property, usually in interconnected corridors, that is acquired
for or dedicated to transportation purposes.
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for Curb Ramps and APS
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Transportation
Overview
The majority of projects in the Transportation section are derived from the Eugene
Transportation System Plan adopted in 2013, and the 2035 Regional Transportation Plan, updated
in 2011. Other plans and policies include:
• Master Traffic Communications Plan;
• Community Climate and Energy Action Plan;
• Americans with Disabilities Transition Plan;
• Pavement Management Program;
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan;
• Arterial -Collector Street Plan;
• Neighborhood and local area refinement plans; and
• Envision Eugene recommendations.
Transportation capital projects fall into the following five categories:
1. Functional and Safety Improvements - This category includes proposed transportation
improvements involving:
• Neighborhood transportation livability projects;
• ADA projects, such as accessible pedestrian signals and sidewalk access ramps;
• Shared use paths rehabilitation;
• Pedestrian crossing treatments; and
• Traffic signals, streetlights, and intersection improvements.
New Capital Facilities - This category includes new streets built by the City or by private
developers and new shared -use paths. Funds for this category come from the System
Development Capital Projects Fund (SDC's), Special Assessment Capital Projects Fund, and
in some cases grants from other agencies (State, Federal, and County).
3. Preservation - These projects preserve the investment of existing improved transportation
facilities where routine preventative maintenance activities are no longer cost-effective.
These projects typically include overlays, slurry seals, and, in some cases, reconstruction of
existing streets. These projects are funded through the local motor vehicle fuel tax,
Transportation System Development Charge reimbursement fee, Federal Funds and General
Obligation bonds.
4. Upgrades to City Standards - Projects that improve the existing substandard facilities to
City Standards. Typically these are street improvements which include improving the road
structure, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, and underground utilities on an as needed basis.
The primary funds used for these projects are assessments, System Development Charges
(SDC's), and the Transportation Capital Fund. Two upgrades to City Standards projects are
included in the FY16-21 Capital Improvement Program: Bethel Drive, Hwy. 99 to Roosevelt,
and County Farm Road.
City of Eugene 2016 - 2021 Capital Improvement Program Page 164
S. Capacity Enhancement -Projects in this category typically involve increasing the number
of vehicles or bikes that can travel through the system. Funding for these projects generally
comes from a combination of assessments, System Development Charges (SDC's), and the
Transportation Capital Fund.
Transportation projects provide opportunities to respond to adopted Growth Management
Policies #11 (enhancing alternative modes of transportation), #13 (relieving severe congestion),
and #15 (supporting desirable forms of development).
Funding
FY14 was the last year of funding from the 2008 Ballot Measure 20-145, which authorized the
issuance of $35.9 million in general obligation bonds for the purpose of funding major street
preservation projects and off street shared use paths.
On November 6, 2012, Eugene voters approved a new bond measure to fix streets. The bond
measure authorized the issuance of $43 million in general obligation bonds for the purpose of
funding major street preservation projects, along with an annual average of $516,000 to be spent
on bicycle and pedestrian projects.
System Development Charge (SDC) projects are being funded at the current level of development
within the City of Eugene. The Transportation SDC reimbursement component will provide
$300,000 annually. The Pavement Preservation Fund is derived from the five cent local motor
vehicle fuel tax and can be used to preserve the transportation system, but not increase capacity
or upgrade the streets. The motor vehicle fuel tax is projected to provide about $2.85 million
annually. It is projected that with total annual pavement preservation funding resources of $18
million, the City could fully fund and stabilize the annual overlay program and begin to make
considerable progress on the backlog of needed reconstruction projects.
City of Eugene 2016 - 2021 Capital Improvement Program Page 165
Transportation Funding Sources
FY16-21
CIP Totals $62.5 Million in Funded Projects
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'ransportation Funding Secured
.unctional and Safety Improvements
Neighborhood Transportation Livability
Project Description: This program is an expansion of the traffic calming program to address multiple
transportation issues that affect neighborhood livablity on local streets. Neighborhood transportation projects on
local streets including traffic calming projects: speed humps, diverters, chokers, circles, street lights; bike and
pedestrian improvements; transit facilities; and other street enhancements. Program addresses neighborhood
livability issues which are prioritized with the assistance of neighborhood organizations.
This project meets priority measure 1 of TransPlan Financial Policy #6 to preserve the functionality of the existing
transportation system by providing improvements that increase safety for alternative modes, and safer traffic
operations.
Project Status: In Progress This is an ongoing project included in previous CIPS. Funds are budgeted under this
program and are later transferred to specific projects as they are identified and developed. Funded at $30,000 per
year in the FY12, FY13, FY14 and FY15 capital budgets.
Specific Plans/Policies Related to this Project:
Council Specific Direction
Capital Costs ($ in thousands)
and
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Total
eneral Capital Projects
$30
$30
$30
$30
$30
$30
$180
'otal
$30
$30
$30
$30
$30
$30
$180
Neighborhood: Citywide
Ward: Citywide
Traffic calming speed hump
City of Eugene 2016 - 2021 Capital Improvement Program Page 167
Transportation Funding Identified
Functional and Safety Improvements
Traffic Operations Improvement Program
Project Description: Safety and transportation system management improvements, including adding turn lanes
and bicycle lanes, pedestrian crossings, median islands, safety devices, and other restriping and channelization
modifications.
This project meets priority measure 1 of TransPlan Financial Policy #6 to preserve the functionality of the existing
transportation system by providing safety improvements for alternative modes and by improving traffic
operations.
Project Status: /n Progress This is an ongoing project included in previous CIPs. Funds are budgeted under this
program and are later transferred to specific capital projects as they are identified and developed. Funded at
$75,000 in FY12, and $100,000 in FY13 and FY14 capital budgets, and $50,000 in FY15 capital budget.
Specific Plans/Policies Related to this Project:
City of Eugene Transportation System Plan (formerly Transplan)
Capital Costs ($ in thousands)
d 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
isportation SDC $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $600
al $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $600
Neighborhood: Citywide
Ward: Citywide
Pedestrian Island
City of Eugene 2016 - 2021 Capital Improvement Program Page 168
Transportation Funding Identified
Functional and Safety Improvements
Traffic Signal Improvements and Upgrades
Project Description: Install new traffic signals and upgrade existing traffic signal system to improve efficiency,
reduce delay, improve air quality, and facilitate multi -modal traffic flow. Project locations are based on a priority
rating system that considers traffic volumes, delays, accidents, standard signal warrants and other traffic and
development -dependent factors.
This project meets priority measure 1 of TransPlan Financial Policy #6 to preserve the functionality of the existing
transportation system by providing safety improvements for alternative modes and by improving traffic
operations.
Project Status: /n Progress This is an ongoing project included in previous CIPS. Funds are budgeted under this
program and are later transferred to specific projects as they are identified and developed. Project was funded at
$112,000 in FY12, $150,000 in FY13, FY14 and FY15. A portion of the funding for this project is not yet identified.
Specific Plans/Policies Related to this Project:
City of Eugene Transportation System Plan (formerly Transplan)
Master Traffic Communications Plan
Traffic Signal List
Capital Costs ($ in thousands)
d 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
isportation SDC $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $900
al $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $900
Neighborhood: Citywide
Ward: Citywide
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Transportation Funding Secured
New Capital Facilities
Shared Use Path Jessen Path from Beltline Road to Terry Street
Project Description: Construct a shared use path in west Eugene connecting the Beltline Road path to Terry
Street. The proposed path is approximately 5,900' long, and includes a 12' wide wearing surface with 2' wide
shoulders and pedestrian scale lighting. Also construct connector paths at Devos, E Irwin, and W Irwin Streets.
This project will provide a valuable east -west shared use path in west Eugene, connecting the Beltline Path, a
146 -acre natural area, neighborhoods and Terry Street which connects to schools and the Fern Ridge Path.
This project meets priority measure 4 of TransPlan Financial Policy #6. This project provides an east -west
off-street path in west Eugene where there are few such facilities and is included in the Six -Year CIP because it
includes funding sources - transportation SDCs and federal Transportation Alternatives funds - that are not
available for projects that meet the first priority measure of "Protect the existing system'.
Project Status: Not Started This project was previously included in FY12-17 and FY14-19 CIP. An application for
a federal transportation enhancement grant has been submitted. Funding for preservation & maintenance costs
associated with this project has not yet been identified.
Specific Plans/Policies Related to this Project:
City of Eugene Transportation System Plan (formerly Transplan)
Eugene Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
Capital Costs ($ in thousands)
Fund
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Total
Federal Funds
$180
$0
$1,720
$0
$0
$0
$1,900
Transportation SDC
$19
$0
$176
$0
$0
$0
$195
Total
$199
$0
$1,896
$0
$0
$0
$2,095
Preserve Maintain $0 $0 $0 $7 $7 $7
Neighborhood: Bethel
Ward: Ward 6
Shared Use Path/Jessen Path from Beltline Road to Terry Street
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Transportation Funding Secured
Preservation and Maintenance
Pavement Preservation Program
Project Description: Preserve existing improved streets City-wide, through overlays and surface treatments. This
program also includes reconstruction projects for roadways deteriorated to a point where investment in capital
preservation and preventative maintenance are not cost-effective.
Project Status: In Progress This is an ongoing project that has been included in CIP for a number of years.
Funded at $2.7 million in FY10, $3.6 million in FY11, $3.6 million in FY12, $3.4 million in FY13, $3.7 million in
FY14, and $3.3 million in FY15. Other parts of the Pavement Preservation Program are the projects funded through
the 2012 Street Bonds and unfunded project backlog.
Specific Plans/Policies Related to this Project:
Pavement Management Program
Capital Costs ($ in thousands)
Fund
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Total
Wastewater Utility - Capital
$100
$100
$100
$100
$100
$100
$600
Transportation SDC
$300
$300
$300
$300
$300
$300
$1,800
Stormwater Utility - Capital
$500
$500
$500
$500
$500
$500
$3,000
Pavement Preservation Capital
$2,850
$2,850
$2,850
$2,850
$2,850
$2,850
$17,100
Total
$3,750
$3,750
$3,750
$3,750
$3,750
$3,750
$22,500
Neighborhood: Citywide
Ward: Citywide
Pavement Preservation Program in action.
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Preservation and Maintenance
Pavement Preservation Program - Transportation Bonds
Project Description: The 2015 Pavement Management Report listed the City's backlog of needed pavement
preservation projects at over $848 million. In May 2007, the Council Subcommittee on Transportation Funding
Solutions recommended a total yearly pavement preservation funding target of $18 million. Staff estimates that
current funding sources for pavement preservation (i.e., $0.05local motor vehicle fuel tax and Transportation SDCs
reimbursement component) will generate about $3.2 million in annual revenue for FY16-21.
The voters approved a five-year general obligation bond in November 2008 to address a portion of the funding gap.
The bond listed 32 specific projects to be completed and at least $350,000 each year for off-street shared -use path
projects. In November 2012, the voters approved a $43 million five-year general obligation bond, which replaced
the 2008 bond upon its expiration. The 2012 bond funds 76 specific projects, with $516,000 annually allocated
towards bicycle and pedestrian projects.
Project Status: In Progress This project was included in FY10-15, FY12-17 and FY14-19 CIP. Funded at $9.14
million in FY12, $7.48 million in FY13, $5.41 million in FY14 and $8 million in FY15.
Specific Plans/Policies Related to this Project:
City of Eugene Transportation System Plan (formerly Transplan)
Pavement Management Program
Capital Costs ($ in thousands)
Fund
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Total
2012 Transportation Bond
$8,290
$8,590
$8,900
$6,220
$0
$0
$32,000
Total
$8,290
$8,590
$8,900
$6,220
$0
$0
$32,000
Neighborhood: Citywide
Ward: Citywide
Capital pavement overlay in progress.
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Upgrades and Capacity Enhancement
Amazon Active Transportation Corridor
Project Description: This project is to implement walking, running, and bicycling improvements to East/West
Amazon Drives and to extend Amazon Path south to Tugman Park. Widen the sidewalk from E 33rd Avenue to the
south end of Tugman Park. Install three prefabricated 10' wide steel pedestrian bridges (45' long) over Amazon
Creek to increase mobility and transit access. Develop a two-way separated bicycle facility on East or West
Amazon Drive from Hilyard Street to Snell Street. Improve the intersection at either 33rd Avenue or 34th Avenue
for access to the Amazon Path, to the Rexius Trail and two-way separated bicycle facility. Repair and replace the
Rexius Running Trail (approximately from Hilyard Street to Snell Street).
This project meets priority measure 2 of TransPlan Financial Policy #6. This project improves the efficiency and
capacity of existing pedestrian and bicycle facilities and is included in the CIP because it includes funding sources -
transportation SDCs and federal Transportation Alternatives funds - that are not available for projects that meet
the first priority measure of "Protect the existing system".
Project Status: Not Started This project was included in the FY14-19 CIP. Public Works Department will be
applying for funding as part of the 2015-2018 Oregon Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
Specific Plans/Policies Related to this Project:
City of Eugene Transportation System Plan (formerly Transplan)
Eugene Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
Capital Costs ($ in thousands)
Fund
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Total
Federal Funds
$224
$27
$1,290
$0
$0
$0
$1,541
Transportation SDC
$23
$3
$133
$0
$0
$0
$159
Total
$247
$30
$1,423
$0
$0
$0
$1,700
Neighborhood: Southeast
Ward: Ward 2
Amazon Active Transportation Corridor
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Upgrades and Capacity Enhancement
Northeast Livable Streets
Project Description: Formalize the bicycle boulevard network in three neighborhoods (Cal Young, Northeast,
Harlow). Projects include wayfinding signs, shared lane markings, traffic calming, diversion, and enhanced
pedestrian crossings.
This project meets priority measure 2 of TransPlan Financial Policy #6. This project improves the efficiency and
capacity of existing bicycle facilities and is included in the CIP because it includes funding sources - transportation
SDCs and federal Transportation Alternatives funds - that are not available for projects that meet the first priority
measure of `Protect the existing system".
Project Status: Not Started This project was included in the FY14-19 CIP. Public Works Department is applying
for funding through combined Transportation Enhancements and Oregon Bike & Pedestrian grant programs.
Specific Plans/Policies Related to this Project:
City of Eugene Transportation System Plan (formerly Transplan)
Eugene Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
Capital COStS ($ in thousands)
Fund
Federal Funds
Transportation SDC
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total
$104 $54 $641 $0 $0 $0 $799
$11 $6 $66 $0 $0 $0 $83
Total $115 $60 $707 $0 $0 $0 $882
Neighborhood: Multiple Neighborhoods
Ward: Multiple Wards
Northeast Livable Street
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Jpgrades and Capacity Enhancement
Services for New Development/Grant Matching Funds Transportation
Project Description: Unspecified petitioned infrastructure improvements to support new development and
response to infrastructure needs in developing areas (typically transportation improvement projects that may
include wastewater and stormwater system components). Also, the local funding match for bicycle and pedestrian
improvements funded through state and federal grant projects.
This funding will be used for projects to improve unimproved collector streets to City standards and meets priority
2 of TransPlan Financial Policy #6 by improving the safety, efficiency and capacity of existing transportation
facilities, and by providing better access for alternative modes. Also projects using this funding will include
funding sources - assessments to benefiting properties and transportation SDC's- that are not available for
projects that meet the first priority measure of "Protect the existing system". Finally, these funds may be used to
provide the local match for state and federal grant funds.
Project Status: /n Progress This is an ongoing program that is being expanded to include local match funds for
grant opportunities. Funds are budgeted under this program and are later transferred to specific capital projects as
they are identified and developed. Funded at $150,000 in FY14, $450,000 in FY15.
Specific Plans/Policies Related to this Project:
SDC City Code and Methodologies
Capital Costs ($ in thousands)
,und
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Total
ransportation SDC
$39
$391
$25
$400
$400
$400
$1,655
notal
$39
$391
$25
$400
$400
$400
$1,655
Neighborhood: Citywide
Ward: Citywide
Shared -use path under construction
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City of Eugene Transition Plan for Accessibility in the Public Rights -of -Way