6/20/2018 Change is Opportunity Build on past work ‐ create New projects and Waterfront Preservation Plan ‐ Renewed attainable steps collaborations Partnerships UM ATI LLA TO GETH ER A major renovation project underway Identified Opportunities Umatilla Together sets the stage for great opportunities Downtown Corridor ‐ Open Space ‐ Changing Demographics and seeks to inspire the community to imagine what Umatilla Collaborations could be: a truly desirable place to live, work, learn, and play! ● Community Plan‐ available now! ● Technical Plan‐ coming soon….. Purpose Statement 60% of the land within To develop a community vision plan that the project area is connects and enhances existing assets, owned by federal government ‐ Army centered around the downtown corridor, Corps of Engineers providing recommendations that craft a local and regional identity for the City of Umatilla. Project Area Community Engagement Events Umatilla Together is about capturing the incredible Informing the Vision opportunities and setting the city on a positive trajectory for future growth . ● Identified assets in the community ○ Rivers ○ Marina ○ High School ○ Downtown Identified hot spots for Iden activity 1
6/20/2018 Vision Plan Inputs Flexible Relationship Practical and Visionary Our Approach Quality of Life Distinctly Umatilla Design The Time is Now! Challenges + Access to the Reunite with riverfront waterfront + Strong east/west Bridge the Generations orientation + Limited economic activity at the west end Increase Connectivity Create a vibrant Commercial Celebrate rich history & Access to recreational Corridor heritage opportunities Design Opportunities + Walkability + Desire to remove rail line at Switzler Ave & reconnect Old Town Site Vision Plan + 200’ Block Grid 2
6/20/2018 Strengthen North/South Streets + Prioritize improvements on B, F, I, and L Streets + Switzler Ave is being addressed in the 2018 ODOT Project + Sloan and Jane Ave tie‐in the east end Reunite Community The Park Corridor with the Rivers + Foundation for + Talks underway greater with CTUIR for connection and opening up the growth Old Town Site + Positions Umatilla + Water Treatment as a regional can be improved destination with a vegetation buffer + Umatilla River has great opportunities Park Corridor + Creates base for bike and pedestrian trails + Reinforces north/ south connector streets + Centralizing public space for the City + Obliges consideration for a regional trail system (Times listed apply to auto travel) 3
6/20/2018 Corridor Trail System Economic Opportunities Movement + Switzler Ave and + Opens multiple options 6th Street most in the downtown active area + Provides different + Starting point for experiences increased attention and + West End is activated efforts with community and visitors walking and + Reinforces activity biking between HWY 82 and Switzler Housing Secondary East/ West Streets Opportunities + 5th St + Medium Density ‐ ‐Along park space Row Housing + 7th St + Parks draw people ‐School ‐ Increase land connection value around parks ‐West end housing + Housing on 5th capitalizes on viewshed Housing West End Economic Opportunities Opportunities + Activity at B St and + Medium density 7th St along Nugent Park brings people to + Intersection of: the west end ‐Umatilla River ‐Trail system + Medium/ high ‐B St density ‐7th St development against Umatilla + Views and access river trail to the Umatilla River + Activate the trail system on south side 4
6/20/2018 West End Development Heritage Center + Stronger polarity between west end and intersection of Switzler Ave and 6th for economic activity + Pronounced start/ end point on west end Image : North Dakota Heritage Center Image: http://hga.com/work/north‐dakota‐heritage‐center#/north‐dakota‐heritage‐center‐exterior‐2 The Evolving Space Design Highlights + Opportunities for increased public/ civic spaces Connect Ideas Together (building off existing momentum‐ + Opportunities to Parks Plan & OTS Plan) situate future mixed use Leveraging Assets development inside the corridor N/S Connections + Opportunities for Increasing quality of life iconic projects Activating the West End Next: Recommendations and Tools Confluence Overlook Recommendations Image : Missouri River Overlook Nebraska Image: J. Stephen Conn. https://www.flickr.com/photos/jstephenconn/2945989824 5
6/20/2018 Downtown Revitalization Recommendations Goal: Create a distinct place within Umatilla, one with a consistent look and feel, easily connected to other locations throughout the city, and where businesses can thrive and residents and tourists alike are drawn to. Connectivity Highlighted Actions: Land Use DR2: Enhance the look and character of downtown DR3: Decrease vacancies on 6th Street Downtown Revitalization DR6: Create more entertainment and youth‐focused activities downtown Community Development All built on the foundation of Strategic Partnerships Community Development Connectivity Goal: Create opportunities for inclusive participation to promote a vibrant future for all community members through enhanced communication, diverse leadership, and community pride. Goal: Enhance and maintain the existing transportation network to create optimal conditions that accommodate all ages, abilities, and modes of transit. Highlighted Actions: Highlighted Actions: CD2: Identify & Support Diverse Community Leaders CO1: Plan for an improved transportation network infrastructure CD5: Establish Umatilla Future Forum CO2: Fund and build transportation network opportunities Strategic Partnerships Land Use Goal: Establish and nurture meaningful partnerships with diverse, representative community groups, existing and Goal: Achieve a rich mix of land uses that support growth and development while protecting and enhancing the future, to work together towards the collective goal of Umatilla Together. region's resources. Working within the local and state regulatory framework, use land use tools to promote a livable city by increasing opportunities for people to work, live, play, learn, and invest. Proposed goals and actions cannot be achieved without the help from strategic partners, including but not limited to… Highlighted Actions: + City Council and Planning Commission LU1: Capitalize on opportunities for federal lands to + Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation be overseen and managed by local agencies + Umatilla School District + Umatilla Youth Council + Umatilla Museum LU4: Create and enhance parks and open + Port of Umatilla spaces that serve a variety of activities + Chamber of Commerce + Army Corps of Engineers + Department of Corrections + Umatilla Future Forum + YOU! 6
6/20/2018 “Teamwork makes the dream work!” Special Thanks: Acknowledgements Russ Pelleburg, Umatilla City Manager Tamra Mabbott, Umatilla County Planning Director Bill Searles, Umatilla City Planner It takes courage and great leadership with a strong vision backed with the skills to Umatilla City Staff (Matt, Nanci, Melissa, Jackie) implement the strategies and actions Umatilla Planning Commission described in this plan. Umatilla City Councilors Confederated Tribes of Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) Umatilla County Staff (Brandon Seitz) Umatilla School District Umatilla Museum (Larry and Max) Stakeholder Advisory Committee Members Sam Nobles Juan Mendoza Umatilla Police Department (Chief Huxel and Lt. Kennedy) Umatilla Business Owners Port of Umatilla (Kim Puzey) Umatilla Chamber of Commerce El Rodeo Restaurant Umatilla Youth Council ( your future's so bright! ) None of this is possible without YOU! Thanks to you, the community and vision remain strong and vibrant ‐ UMATILLA TOGETHER 7
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