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2009-1359-Minutes for Meeting June 10,2009 Recorded 6/30/2009COUNTY NANCYUBLANKENSHIP,F000NTY CLERKS CJ 7009'1359 COMMISSIONERS' JOURNAL 06/30/2009 04;47;05 PM 1111111111111111111111111111 Do not remove this page from original document. Deschutes County Clerk Certificate Page L If this instrument is being re-recorded, please complete the following statement, in accordance with ORS 205.244: Re-recorded to correct [give reason] previously recorded in Book or as Fee Number and Page Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200, Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org MINUTES OF WORK SESSION DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 109 2009 Present were Commissioners Tammy Baney, Dennis R. Luke and Alan Unger. Also present were Dave Kanner, County Administrator; Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator; Joe Studer, Forester; Judith Ure, Administration; Tom Blust, Road Department; Susan Ross, Property & Facilities; Tom Anderson, Community Development; David Inbody, Assistant to the Administrator; media representative Hillary Borrud of the Bulletin, and about twenty other citizens. Chair Baney opened the meeting at 1: 30 p. m. 1. COCC Forestry Program Capstone Presentation. Members of the forestry program class, including Caleb Brown, Isaiah Cook, Justin Dundon, Kasy Kliewer and Ryan McCrone, gave a presentation on the Fremont Canyon property they have been managing as a part of their class. The property has been part of a project started in 2005; this is Phase III. (A summary of the project is attached for reference.) In regard to mechanical shrub treatment or burns for weeds, Commissioner Luke asked how they can keep the burn out of the shrubs. He was advised that fire is an option but it tends to spread cheat grass. Herbicide is used to kill some of the weeds before mowing, in early spring before the seeds are formed. Commissioner Luke had a number of questions regarding the project, wildlife and equipment used for forest management. Commissioner Baney asked how they create wildlife habitat without increased risk of fire, and what level of fire is acceptable. Commissioner Unger asked if the management plan can be used in other locations. He was advised that components can be used, but each property is unique. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, June 10, 2009 Page 1 of 5 Pages 2. Discussion of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Application. Erik Kropp explained the grant; cities and counties have been designated a certain amount, and no matching funds are required. An energy conservation strategy must be submitted. HVAC upgrades and some energy retrofit could be included, including electrical upgrades at the Historical Center. 'There are some opportunities to work with the City of Bend on some of these projects. Several other options were discussed. (See the attached handout.) In regard to having staff oversee energy efficiency projects, Tom Anderson said that Code requires some of this, but an objective would be energy efficiency on a broader basis, with interaction with the public. Training would be part of it. He said it would include, from the State, software upgrades to include a permit system. This requires the entire system be converted. This conversion needs to happen in any case, so using some of the grant funds will help offset the overall cost. Jeff Munson of Commute Options talked about the need for park: and ride lots. Most of those groups involved in transportation options have discussed this issue. A study has been done and recommendations made. His top recommendation would be at Wickiup Junction, at a cost of about $20,000 to upgrade the lot. Capacity is about 20 vehicles so there are often problems with overflow. Judith Ure said that there may be funding from the stimulus package for energy efficiencies, but it is not yet clear what specific projects might be covered by it. She said hiring a consultant to help develop the plan is covered by the grant. Commissioner Luke said that decisions have to be made what to do, and there is not a lot of time to define this. Commissioner Baney suggested having a consultant help develop a plan, and use the remainder for the park and ride. 3. Presentation and Discussion: Deschutes Water Alliance. Todd Meisler of the Deschutes River Coalition made a PowerPoi.nt presentation on water use in the Deschutes Basin. He gave an overview of the history of the Alliance, formed in 2004, with members from a variety of groups who have an interest in the future of water in the area. A water summit was held in 2006. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, June 10, 2009 Page 2 of 5 Pages A different political forum is now required to address how to move water around and what uses need to be addressed, as well as obtaining a higher level of funding. Steve Johnson of Central Oregon Irrigation District spoke about the irrigation districts and agricultural land in the Basin. He explained the demand, distribution, conservation and mitigation needed to handle the wide variety of needs and uses for water. Commissioner Baney asked how they measure losses from the canals or rivers. Mr. Johnson said that there are ways to measure the flow, and these numbers can actually be found on an ongoing basis on line. David Inbody said that much of this discussion started as a result of issues with steelhead protection. Many of the other counties and areas are not up to speed yet on how to address water issues. Mr. Johnson said that it might be possible in the future for irrigation districts to let park and recreation districts use the rights of way for recreational purposes, such as trails. Liability is an issue, and much depends on how private property owners feel about this use. 4. Update of Commissioners' Meetings and Schedules. Commissioner Unger has, as part of a group, been in discussions regarding various transportation improvements in the area. A study will cost nearly $1 million, as there are many impacts to be considered. Commissioner Luke met with a forestry group today and took part in a field exercise in the National Forest. Commissioner Unger said that the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council met on Monday, and environmental groups have brought up questions about what is being supported. A letter to the legislature was proposed regarding areas of critical concern, but no consensus was reached. Commissioner Baney stated that she does not know what Klamath County wants or is expecting regarding south County groundwater issues. The DEQ would need to be involved. It was felt that a workshop would make more sense at this point, without public testimony. Commissioner Baney suggested going to La Pine for this meeting. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, June 10, 2009 Page 3 of 5 Pages Mr. Kanner stated that he will be out of the office one week in July, but feels that he does not need to attend. Regarding a meeting with Ray Napp and Janet Brown, Commissioner Baney talked with them about DEQ and some local concerns. Another issue is the food vendor and farmers' markets inspection fee increase. In regard to the closure of Wimp Way, Commissioner Luke said the work is going to contract this month. Mr. Kanner pointed out that the closure of this road is a land use issue, and he believes that testimony received after the hearing process cannot be considered. Commissioner Baney wants to respond to a letter received from Jefferson County officials, and asked Mr. Kanner to draft the appropriate verbiage. Commissioner Luke had discussion with Brad Chalfant regarding Skyline Forest. Some transfer development credits will be used to build homes in that area so that the proposed project will pencil. In regard to the Bend Airport, Commissioner Luke said that the Bend City Council has been critical of the County. In particular, they are looking at annexing the area and the County is being blamed for problems in making process through the joint management agreement since the County did not approve the urban renewal district. There also seems to be community resistance to putting in a tower. Only Cessna pushed for a tower, and they have since closed their plant. The airport property is not within the urban growth boundary, and a master plan is necessary first, per the County. Commissioner Luke stated that the City of La Pine wants to meet with the County again soon to discuss common issues. There is a work session scheduled on July 1 regarding event venues. He asked if an evening meeting is necessary for the public hearing. Commissioner Unger asked if there is a way to narrow the scope, as so much of it is redundant. Commissioner Baney said that they could be asked not to reiterate and to limit the time for testimony. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, June 10, 2009 Page 4 of 5 Pages Commissioner Unger said that perhaps a PowerPoint showing the specific issues might help, to try to keep people on track. After a brief discussion, Wednesday, July 15 was selected for the hearing. 5. Other Items. Commissioner Baney said that a letter from Clay Higuchi, a member of the Budget Committee, commended the County, and in particular Dave Kanner, for the good job being done with the annual budget during the past three years. Susan Ross gave an overview of the cost of the 9-1-1 /Oregon State Police building. The original estimate was around $9 million, but the bids came in less. She will keep the Board advised of the progress of the project. Being no further items addressed, the meeting adjourned at 5:15 p. m. DATED this 10th Day of June 2009 for the Deschutes County oard of Commissioners. Tammy Baney, Chair D nnis R. Luke, Vice Chair ATTEST: Cis- G&Yt Alan Unger, Commissioner Recording Secretary Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, June 10, 2009 Page 5 of 5 Pages Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200, Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org WORK SESSION AGENDA DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 1:30 P.M., WEDNESDAY, JUNE 109 2009 1. COCC Forestry Program Capstone Presentation - Joe Studer 2. Discussion of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Application - Erik Kropp and Susan Ross 3. Presentation and Discussion: Deschutes Water Alliance - Commissioner Unger; David Inbody 4. Update of Commissioners' Meetings and Schedules 5. Other Items PLEASE NOTE: At any time during this meeting, an executive session could be called to address issues relating to ORS 192.660(2) (e), real property negotiations; ORS 192.660(2) (h), pending or threatened litigation; or ORS 192.660(2) (b), personnel issues Meeting dates, times and discussion items are subject to change. All meetings are conducted in the Board of Commissioners' meeting rooms at 1300 NW Wall St., Bend, unless otherwise indicated. lfyou have questions regarding a meeting, please call 388-6372. Deschutes County meeting locations are wheelchair accessible. Deschutes County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. For deaf, hearing impaired or speech disabled, dial 7-1-1 to access the state transfer relay service for TTY. Please call (541) 388-6571 regarding alternative formats or for further information. O v N O Q) N L co ~ ~ O C 'gyp ~ 5.~ e, r r~ U' Ct i i i 't M -v Q 1 - 9 tj c~ cam, v c~ N O n. cu v 2 E Z y ; `S 0 of V Aw - L o• O N s Zi . o. r _ nom. , A 02 ~ - I N N 3 I ,Q 1VV ~ ~ ~ L - v - J I Fremont Canyon Land Management COCC 2009 Forestry Capstone Class Introduction The 2009 COCC forestry capstone class was involved in making a management plan for a 400 acre parcel of Deschutes County owned land. This 400-acre parcel was divided into two parcels; the upper parcel is 240 acres and the lower is 160 acres. The property is located eight miles Northeast of Sisters, Oregon off Wilt Rd. With a legal description of Section 7, Township 14 south, Range 11 east of the Willamette Baseline Meridian. The objective was to write a five to ten year management plan designed to continue work accomplished by the previous capstone classes. The plan focuses on fuels management, wildlife management, recreation management, timber management and invasive weeds management. Fuels Management The main objectives for fuels management are to reduce fuels as they build and manage the bitterbrush for deer winter range. To accomplish these objectives it is recommended to use a mechanical shrub treatment (MST). MST cannot reach rock-out croppings, so this will leave bitterbrush for deer winter range. The rest of the bitterbrush will be treated to reduce ladder fuels. It is also recommended to clean the equipment before entering and exiting a stand. Wildlife Management There are many recommendations for wildlife management, but here are main recommendations. The promotion of bitterbrush growth will be needed for deer winter range, retention of 2 snags per acre for cavity nesting birds, the re-seeding of native grasses, and leaving bitterbrush on rock-out croppings for thermal hiding cover. Recreation Management This parcel of land is limited to the recreational uses without having a water source. Therefore, the recommendations are the creation of equestrian trails, dispersed campsite, day hiking, wildlife viewing and bird watching, and rocking of roadways. The rocking of roadways will place rock in low grade or poor road areas where it gets rough or muddy during the wet seasons. Timber Management The recommendations for timer management are to remove the dead and dying trees, enter the units on a ten-year cycle, reduce the regeneration to fifteen foot spacing to allow for growth, reduce the stand basal area when it reaches ninety square feet per acre down to sixty square feet per acre, and to promote healthy and vigorous stands. Invasive Weed Management The treatment options for invasive and noxious weeds are to restrict vehicle access to the main roads, the use of prescribed fire in the spring, and the application of herbicides. The recommendations are the application of herbicides and to use caution with prescribed fire. The reasons for the application of herbicides are that a special herbicide called Plateau C, which only targets the cheatgrass. The U.S. Forest Service has done surveys on adjacent lands showing evidence of various other weed species. This is another reason to wash the machinery and use caution while burning. Page 1 of 1 Bonnie Baker Subject: FW: COCC 2009 Capstone Project Presentations Attachments: FOR Capstone 2009 Invitation Group 2.doc Subject: COCC 2009 Capstone Project Presentations This year's Capstone class worked on two different projects and you are invited to attend one or both of the presentations. Project/Group 2: Fremont Canyon Property Management Plan - this is a continuation of the plan proposed by the Capstone class in 2006. Updates on fuel management, wildlife, timber analysis and timber management will be presented. This presentation will take place at the Deschutes County Administration Offices on June 10. I have attached flyers for each of the presentations and included a parking permit for those of you attending the presentation (Group 1) on campus. The students have worked diligently on each of these projects and look forward to presenting their findings to you. You are invited to attend one or both of the presentations depending on your availability. If you have any further questions, please respond to this email or contact Michael Fisher and/or the student representative listed on each flyer. Thank you for supporting the Forest Resources Technology program. Theo Giannioses Administrative Assistant Natural and Industrial Resources Central Oregon Community College Bend, OR 97701 541-383-7742 6/4/2009 Fremont Canyon Land Management Presented by Central Oregon Community College 2009 Capstone Class Caleb Brown Isaiah Cook Justin Dundon Kasy Kliewer Ryan McCrone History ❑ Low site class- ponderosa pine and some western juniper. ❑ Presence of prior thinning 30 to 50 years ago ❑ The Wilt Fire, in 2007, burned approximately 40 acres in upper parcel on the westside Prior Management/ Goals ❑ Phase 1 in 2005 © The property was cruised and a management plan was drafted ❑ Phase 2 in 2006 ❑ Organized contracts, applied a management plan and treated the stand ❑ Phase 3 in 2009 2009 Management Obiectives ❑ Determine success of previous management plan ❑ Conduct weed survey to determine invasive plant densities and locations ❑ Recommend to Deschutes County a new 5-10 year management plan to include 0 Fuels management ❑ Timber management ❑ Recreation/Wildlife enhancement Fuels Management O Options for reducing fuels ❑ Advantages and Disadvantages ❑ Focus is to reduce fuels Prescribed Fire Plan The Plan ❑ Objectives ❑ SMART ❑ Pre-burn notifications ❑ Acceptable range for fire behavior ❑ Identify natural breaks ❑ Leave rock out cropping for wildlife winter range Fuels Management for Prescribed Burn Advantages ❑ Reintroduces fire to ecosystem ❑ Reduces fuels ❑ Replenishes nutrients in soil ❑ Maintains biological diversity ❑ Stimulates new growth Disadvantages ❑ Risk of escape ❑ Smoke ❑ Bitterbrush re-sprvwts infrequently Mechanical Shrub Treatment (MST) Plan The Plan ❑ Re-enter stand on a 7-year rotation ❑ Treat both units S ❑ Leave rock outcropping for winter range Fuels Management for MST Advantages ❑ Reduces ground fuels ❑ Leaves organic layer ❑ Readily available ❑ No smoke Disadvantages ❑ Damage leave trees ❑ Can't reach rock out cropping ❑ Spread of noxious weeds Recommendation ❑ Mechanical Shrub Treatment ❑ Clean equipment Fremont Canyon Management Plan Wildlife and Recreation Wildlife Management ❑ Increase abundance of wildlife ❑ Create large game mammal habitat ❑ Increase vigor of native bunch grasses and forbs ❑ Create upland game and neo tropical bird habitat ❑ Create snags and large down woody material Large Game Mammals Elk Mule Deer Native Grasses Small Mammals Chipmunk Golden Mantle Ground Squirrel Upland Game Birds and Song Birds Species Present Song Birds Mountain Bluebird Tree Swallow Wood Peckers Hairy Wood Pecker Northern Flicker Snags for Nesting and Perching Wildlife Recommendations ❑ Promotion of bitterbrush growth ❑ Retention of Snags ❑ Re-seeding grasses ❑ Hiding and thermal cover Fremont Canyon Recreation Diversity of the land Recreation Opportunities ❑ Horseback Riding ❑ Camping ❑ Day Hiking ❑ Bird Watching ❑ Wildlife Viewing Horse Back Riding and Hiking Bird Watching Recreation Recommended ❑ Creation of equestrian trails ❑ Dispersed campsites ❑ Day hiking ❑ Wildlife viewing and bird watching ❑ Rocking of roadways Timber Management Obiectives of Timber Management Plan ❑ Promote healthy and vigorous timber stands ❑ Prevent insects, fire, and disease from impacting the stands 0 Promote fire resistant stands ❑ Aesthetically pleasing stands Proposed Management Plan ❑ Thinning entries on a 10 year cycle ❑ Entries may be extended out to 15 years ❑ Remove the dead and dying trees ❑ Thin from below on regeneration ❑ 15ft spacing in the regeneration Methods of the Cruise ❑ Ran 5 dummy plots on each unit ❑ Systematic variable plot grid ❑ Double sample at each plot ❑ Plot spacing was 5 chains West to East, and 6 South The Cruise 160 acres ❑ Basal area: 45.8 sqft per acre ❑ Trees per acre: 10 ❑ Age of stand: 85 years ❑ # of plots: 48 The Cruise 240 acres ❑ Basal area: 45.8 sqft per acre ❑ Trees per acre: 10 ❑ Age of stand: 85 years ❑ # of plots: 74 Recommendation ❑ Remove the dead and dying trees Enter the units on a 10 year cycle ❑ Reduce regeneration to a 15ft spacing ❑ Reduce basal area when it reaches 90 sqft per acre ❑ Promote healthy and vigorous stands Invasive Weeds ❑ Cheatgrass is throughout most of the stand ❑ Concentration to roads to include area, northern hillside ❑ Other weeds found were knapweed and chains North to skid trails. Upper unit burn thistles - very low population Weed Locations Management Options J ❑ Restrict vehicle access to main road ❑ Use of prescribed fire ❑ Application of herbicides Recommended Management ❑ Application of herbicide ❑ Use caution with prescribed fire Summa nr ❑ Fuels Management ❑ Wildlife and Recreation 0 Timber Management ❑ Invasive Weeds Questions???? Special Thanks Joe Stutler- Deschutes County Forester Deschutes County Commissioners Michael Fisher- COCC Ron Boldenow- COCC Bret Michalski- COCC Tom Andrade- COCC Art Benefiel- COCC Jay Jabson- COCC Kirk Metzger- Running Tree Forestry and Fire Victoria Graves- Adjacent Landowner From left to right: Justin Dundon, Ryan McCrone, Caleb Brown, Isaiah Cook and Kasy Kliewer You are invited to Attend W W J 0 0 0 Z o W The 2009 Forestry Program Capstone Class Group 2 Presentation Fremont Canyon Property Management Plan Wednesday, June 10 1:30-2:30 PM Deschutes County Administrative Offices 1300 NW Wall Street Bend Contact: Michael Fisher 541.383.7755 mfisher@cocc.edu Ryan McCrone rmccrone@cocc.edu Date: June 3, 2009 To: Board of County Commissioners From: Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator 64~ Re: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Request Deschutes County has been allocated $325,700 in a direct formula grant as part of the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (often referred to as "energy stimulus"). The purpose of the program is to develop, promote, implement, and manage energy efficiency and conservation projects. Once awarded, entities have three years to spend the funds. No matching funds are required, but an application must be submitted and an Energy Efficiency and Conservation strategy must be developed within 120 days of grant award. This strategy includes measurable goals and objectives for energy efficiency and conservation. Recommended projects for these grant funds include - 1. Building light retrofits resulting in energy savings - for example, Mike Maier Building, Justice Building, OSP, Road Department, Unger Building, Transitional House, Downtown Health Center, etc. 2. Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) upgrades to more energy efficient units - for example, OSP, Unger Building, and the Annex building. 3. Electrical upgrade resulting in energy savings - Deschutes Historical Society Building. ($213,700 is recommended for items 1 - 3) 4. CDD Energy Code Building Inspector ($80,000) - a Building Safety Inspector FTE (temporary, up to 12-months) would perform inspections and plan reviews related to structural energy efficiency. The position could also provide analysis of the ICC (International Code Council) for adoption in Deschutes County. 5. Shared contract position with the City of Bend ($32,000 over 3 years for the County; Bend has committed $66,000 over 3 years) - this position would serve as an energy resource coordinator. For Deschutes County, the position would assist in the development of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation strategy, assist in project development, and provide project management on energy efficiency projects. Other requested projects - CDD software replacement ($200,000) - CDD's permit system is slated for replacement by the State's Accela system at no direct cost to the County (due to the statewide surcharge on building permits). However, the Accela system modules that support land use planning, environmental health, and code enforcement will need to be purchased by CDD. The Accela system is compatible with remote access devices ('Notebook' laptop devices). Providing field staff with remote devices will reduce vehicle trips. In addition, software features have the potential to reduce customer trips as well. The software replacement is a necessity at some point in the future. 2. Commute Options, Regional Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Program Enhancement ($30,000) - implement and enhance the County's TDM program and create Transportation Association strategies for the northern region of the County. 3. Park and ride lot study, Commute Options ($33,000) - comprehensive needs study of Deschutes county park and ride facilities. 4. Wickiup Junction Park and Ride lot upgrades, Commute Options ($20,000) - grading, rock base, rail fencing, and general improvements. Other Projects for Competitive Grant Application Process - 1. Solar projects through the State Energy Program- Deschutes Services Building, Fair and Expo's Event Center. 2. Brownfield funds to assist with the environmental clean-up of the shooting range. 3. Electric car charging stations. 4. Electric/hybrid cars and trucks. Attachments: • Commute Options detailed projects request c: Dave Kanner, County Administrator Tom Blust, Road Department Director Tom Anderson, Community Development Director Susan Ross, Property and Facilities Director Judith Ure, Management Analyst i Proposal to Deschutes County. Prepared by Jeff Monson, Executive Director, Commute options for Central Oregon June 2, 2009 Background: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program • A grant program that is funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). • The Deschutes County is a direct entitlement recipient. What is the purpose of the grant program? The purpose of the EECBG Program is to assist eligible entities in creating and implementing strategies to: • Reduce fossil fuel emissions in a manner that is environmentally sustainable and, to the maximum extent practicable, maximizes benefits for local and regional communities; • Reduce the total energy use of the eligible entities; and • Improve energy efficiency in the transportation sector, in building sector, and other appropriate sectors. What specific activities are eligible for use of funds? Funds can be used community wide, not only for government owned facilities and infrastructure. The following activities are eligible: • Development and Implementation of Transportation Programs to conserve energy. How will success be measured? Grantees are required to report quarterly to the DOE on five metrics for each project or activity: 1. Jobs created and/or retained 2. Energy savings on a per dollar invested basis 3. Renewable energy capacity installed 4. Greenhouse gas emissions reduced 5. Funds leveraged See page two Deschutes County project proposals: A. Regional Transportation Demand Management Program Enhancement Estimated cost per year: $30,000 Implement and enhance the County's TDM Program and create Transportation Management Association (TMA) strategies for the northern region of the County. See attachment A B. County park and ride lots Park and ride lot study $33,000 • Comprehensive needs study of Deschutes county park and ride facilities See attachment B and C Park and ride lot signs • Replace signs at all lots and highway directional signs $15,000 Wickiup Junction Park and Ride lot upgrades $20,000 Grading, rock base, rail fencing, general improvements. (We need some Road Department input on this project - what is needed and cost) Attachment A Scope of Services, with energy savings. DOE Energy Block Grant Commute Options for Central Oregon/Deschutes County 2008, 2009 Deschutes County will provide funding to Commute Options for Central Oregon to assist with the management of Transportation Demand Management (TDM) strategies in the county. Commute Options will implement long-term program development, outreach and partnership-building to engage various community interests in TDM. The following outlines Commute Options' estimated commitment to Deschutes County. Transportation Management Association aspect of the project: • Prepare and submit quarterly reports that demonstrate Commute Options' progress. Deliverable: Submit quarterly reports. • Provide information, assistance and support to County area employers in developing and implementing TDM programs, especially in the NE Bend area and Juniper Ridge. Deliverable: Contact 10 businesses and establish TDM employee programs. Energy savings: 100 employees x 45 days x 20 miles = 90,000 vehicle miles reduced. Incentives aspect of the project: $20.00 incentives will be distributed for every 45 round trips reduced. • Work to establish carpool matching. Deliverable: Increase ridership from Sisters, Sunriver, LaPine, Deschutes River Woods, Redmond and Black Butte Ranch. Energy savings: Carpools, 25 carpools with 60 employees x 45 days x 40 miles = 108,000 vehicle miles reduced. ■ Assist with establishing a county-wide employee incentive program. Energy savings: 90 employees x 135 days x 12 miles = 145,800 vehicle miles reduced. Total energy savings estimated at 343,800 motor vehicle miles reduced. Grant amount: $30,000 (About 11 cents per mile reduced) DRAFT Park-and-Ride Master Plan for Central Oregon Prepared by Tyler Deke Definitions GIS: Geographic Information Systems PMT: Project Management Team SOW: Scope of Work Agency: Commute Options for Central Oregon Contractor: Consultant firm hired to complete identified work November 19, 2008 General Assumptions and Requirements All work products must be provided in hard copy and in electronic format (Microsoft Word and Excel). All mapping products must be submitted in hard copy and in electronic format compatible with ArcGIS software. While technical memorandum tables, charts, graphs, and maps may have color; each must be reproducible in black and white. The planning area for this project consists of the Central Oregon area (Deschutes, Jefferson, and Crook Counties). Contractor shall be responsible for satisfactory completion of project deliverables, regardless of references to "support" by Agency, as specified in this Contract within the overall timeframe and scope of work provided by the SOW. Contractor shall provide Agency with an opportunity to review and provide input on all Contractor deliverables throughout the project. Contractor shall make revisions in response to Agency and PMT input prior to each deliverable being considered complete. Budget assumes one round of review and comment on deliverables. Contractor shall be responsible for scheduling, initiating, and maintaining monthly communication on project status and issues with Agency either via a conference call, a written progress report (e-mail acceptable) or at a scheduled coordination meeting. A copy of progress/status report must be submitted with monthly invoice. Agency shall provide meeting space for all coordination meetings. Agency project manager shall attend all meetings. Agency shall provide Contractor with access to available existing local inventory records and participate in data collection as appropriate and necessary. Purpose and Scope Deschutes, Jefferson, and Crook Counties are home to thousands of people who commute regularly to jobs outside the city and/or county where they live. These long-distance commutes have a significant impact on roadway volumes and also contribute to air pollution. Park-and- Ride lots are vital "change of mode facilities" where individuals meet and then group-travel to their destinations via vanpool, carpool or transit. If the regional park-and-ride program is to keep pace with the increase predicted in long-distance commuting, provisions must be made to make new park-and-ride lots an integral part of the transportation system. The purpose of the Park- DRAFT November 19, 2008 and-Ride Master Plan for Central Oregon is to provide a long-range comprehensive guide for developing the park-and-ride system. The plan will describe the existing facilities in Central Oregon, their condition and their current level of use. It will also identify future needs for park-and-ride based on expected growth and commute patterns, and available transit services. The number of spaces and potential locations of future park-and-ride lots will be provided in the plan. Desirable features for future lots should be described including signage, lighting, fencing, landscaping, and bus shelters. Cost estimates for construction and amenities will be provided for new park-and-ride lots based on several prototype lots of varying sizes. Opportunities for funding the park-and-ride expansion program from federal, state, regional local and private sector sources will also be identified. DRAFT Work Program November 19, 2008 Task 1: Project Management Objective Manage project to assure delivery of high quality products within budget and schedule. Methods 1.1 Project Management - Contractor responsibilities include development of project schedule, regular communications with Agency project manager, oversight and coordination of project team, quality assurance, and preparation of monthly progress reports and invoices. The monthly progress report must include previous month's project activities and percent completed of each task, the planned activities for the next month, and identify issues and/or concerns that may affect the project or schedule. 1.2 Presentations to Boards & Commissions - Contractor will assist Agency with development of presentation materials for at least two presentations to the Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation (COACT) and one additional presentation to an area board or commission (to be determined by TAC). 1.3 Technical Advisory Committee meetings - Agency shall establish a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to provide technical review and guidance. Contractor shall convene two (2) TAC meetings (in person or via phone). Agency shall prepare meeting summaries and distribute via e-mail within 10 business days of each meeting. Schedule Throughout the contract agreement timeframe Deliverables Contractor Agency Regular communications with Agency project manager Lead Support Monthly invoices and progress reports Lead Support Three (3 Presentations to Boards & Commissions Lead/Su ort Lead/Su ort Two 2 TAC meetings Lead Lead/Su ort Assumptions • Agency project manager will determine dates for presentations to Boards and Commissions • Agency project manager will identify members for the TAC. Agency project manager will work with Contractor to identify meeting dates/times for TAC. Task 2: Inventory of Existing Lots Objective To understand and document existing park and ride lot locations, capacities, conditions, utilization, lot area land use (existing, zoning, and general plan), and accessibility by transportation mode (pedestrian, bicycle, transit). System inventory data and local transportation system plans shall be used to describe existing conditions of the park and ride lot system. Methods Contractor shall work with Agency project manager to develop and agree on an outline for developing the inventory. DRAFT November 19, 2008 2.1 Inventory - Contractor shall prepare an inventory of the existing park and ride facilities. The inventory shall identify lot locations, lot capacities, lot conditions, and lot utilization. 2.2 Area land use - Contractor shall prepare a description of the planning area and land use based on existing city and county information in the planning area. 2.3 Transportation system access - Contractor shall evaluate system conditions and access for autos, bikes, pedestrians, and transit. 2.4 Mapping - Contractor shall develop a consistent ArcGIS based map template to support existing conditions reporting for relevant figures included in the existing conditions documentation. Contractor shall prepare up to 12 maps for use in the existing conditions and deficiencies documentation using the standard template using available GIS databases assembled by the cities and counties. 2.5 Inventory and existing conditions - Contractor shall prepare an existing conditions report based on the analysis completed in tasks 2.1 through 2.4. Schedule Months 1-3 Final Existing Conditions Report due by end of month 3 Deliverables Contractor A enc Technical memorandum describing existing transportation system conditions, including maps and appendices. Lead Support Task 3: Future Park and Ride Needs Assessment Objective Assess the need for future park-and-ride capacity by evaluating sites where demand is exceeding capacity, informal park-and-ride is occurring, new development is planned, and areas that may be served by transit. Methods Contractor shall work with Agency project manager to develop and agree on an outline for developing the assessment. 3.1 Evaluate sites where current demand is exceeding available capacity. 3.2 Evaluate sites where informal park-and-ride is occurring. 3.3 Evaluate sites where new development is planned. 3.4 Evaluate sites that are currently or may be served by transit. Schedule Months 3-5 Final Needs Assessment due by end of month 5 Deliverables Contractor Agency Technical memorandum assessing the need for future park-and- Lead Support ride capacity by evaluating sites where demand is exceeding capacity, informal park-and-ride is occurring, new development is planned, and areas that may be served b transit. DRAFT Task 4: Assessment of Future Lot Locations Objective Assess the need to expand existing lots and construct new lots. November 19, 2008 Methods Contractor shall work with Agency project manager to develop and agree on an outline for developing the assessment. 4.1 Assess the need to expand existing lots 4.2 Assess the need to construct new lots Schedule Months 5-7 Final Assessment due by end of month 7 Deliverables Contractor Agency Technical memorandum assessing the need to expand existing lots and construct new lots. Lead Support Task 5: Cost Assessment Objective Assess the costs of upgrading existing lots and constructing new lots. Methods Contractor shall work with Agency project manager to develop and agree on an outline for developing the cost assessment. 5.1 Cost Estimates for expanding existing lots and constructing new lots 5.2 Potential 5- and 10-year capital improvement programs Schedule Months 7-8 Final Cost Assessment due by end of month 8 Deliverables Contractor Agency Technical memorandum providing detailed cost estimates Lead Support for expanding existing lots and constructing new lots and potential 5- and 10- ear capital improvement programs. Task 6: Funding Assessment Objective Assess possible funding opportunities to implement the plan. Methods Contractor shall work with Agency project manager to develop and agree on an outline for developing the funding assessment. 6.1 Assessment of funding options 6.2 Recommended funding strategy DRAFT Schedule Months 8-9 Final Funding Assessment due by end of month 9 Deliverables November 19, 2008 Contractor Agency Technical memorandum assessing funding options and a recommended funding strategy. Lead Support DKS Associates TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS Future Alternatives Assessment for Improvements to US 97 South of the US 97 Reroute Under all future alternatives, the US 97 Reroute will be managed to expressway standards by ODOT. This would include the corridor from O'Neil Highway to Highland Avenue under Alternative 1 (No Build), in addition to all proposed extensions related to Alternatives 3A, 3B, and 4. Alternative 1- No Build: With no further improvements made to the transportation system beyond what is already planned, 12 of the 19 study intersections that did not meet adopted performance standards in 2005 will now operate adequately. These improvements are largely due to the new couplets created on Highland Avenue/Glacier Avenue and 9th Street/l Ith Street, new traffic signals identified in the City Capital Improvement Plan, and the reduction in traffic volumes on US 97 between Spruce Avenue and OR 126 resulting from the construction of the Reroute. By 2025, the corridor along US 97 from the US 97 Reroute at Evergreen Avenue to the Yew Avenue interchange will be heavily congested, with all study intersections in this area unable to meet adopted performance standards. This includes the intersections at Evergreen Avenue, Highland Avenue, Veteran's Way, Pumice Avenue, Quartz Avenue, Odem Medo Road, and the northbound Yew Avenue ramp terminal. In addition, there are isolated intersections within the study area that were found to not meet performance standards as well, including US 97 at O'Neil Highway, US 97 (on both 5th and 6th Streets) at Dogwood Avenue, and Veteran's Way at Lake Road. Among these intersections, only Veteran's Way at Lake Road was found to operate adequately under existing conditions. The merging and diverging movements on US 97 associated with the Yew Avenue interchange will continue to operate within adopted performance standards in 2025. Alternative 2 - Upgrade US 97 - Existing Alignment: Adding additional capacity to US 97 between Veteran's Way and Yew Avenue has little impact on travel patterns north of OR 126. South of OR 126, some trips on the local system are shifted to the highway and traffic volumes on US 97 in the improved corridor actually increase by 400 vehicles per hour compared to the No Build Scenario. This alternative was found to be ineffective at relieving congestion through the US 97 corridor and would not mitigate any study intersections that could not meet adopted performance standards under the no build condition. US 97 Redmond & Redmond to Bend Refinement Plans April 2007 Executive Summary Page 1-4 DKS Associates TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS Alternative 2 was the least expensive improvement alternative considered, with an estimated cost of $27.6 million. This cost would increase to $29.6 million if all highway widening were to occur on the east side only. Alternative 3A: Extension of US 97 Reroute from OR 126 to Yew Avenue The southerly extension of the US 97 Reroute from OR 126 to Yew Avenue will result in a dramatic 60% reduction in traffic volumes on the existing US 97 corridor south of OR 126, which would become a "business route". As part of this alternative, direct access to the Reroute between the OR 126 interchange and the North Redmond interchange that is currently planned for the Reroute was removed. This action improves operations on the Reroute, but limits its accessibility, which diverts trips back to the local system and increases traffic volumes on the existing US 97 alignment and the downtown area. An option to construct an overpass in place of the planned North Redmond interchange, along with the provision of full movements at the US 97/0'Neil Highway intersection was considered, but was found to degrade accessibility of the Reroute and exacerbate poor operating conditions at an already failing intersection. Another option considered was constructing an interchange with US 97 and OR 126 at either Antler Avenue or Evergreen Avenue (which could be applied to Alternative 3B as well). However, both options were found to have undesirable operational and land use impacts. Alternative 3A was found to be very effective at improving operating conditions and will allow several study intersections to meet adopted performance standards. Supplemental improvements, such as signal or turn lane installation, at other study intersections would further improve operating conditions. Alternative 3A was estimated to cost $203 million. If the OR 126 interchange were constructed on Antler Avenue rather than on Evergreen Avenue, the estimated cost would increase to approximately $243.7 million. Alternative 3B: Extension of US 97 Reroute from OR 126 to Quarry Avenue Alternative 3B is very similar to Alternative 3A, but extends the improved corridor from Yew Avenue to Quarry Avenue. The estimated cost was $232.6 million, which equates to a cost increase of approximately $30 million over Alternative 3A, but results in an improved corridor along US 97 that is over twice as long. In addition, Alternative 3B would have fewer right-of-way impacts than Alternative 3A. An option for Alternative 3B was considered that included the construction of an underpass at the crossing of the Yew Avenue extension to the airport rather than an interchange. Under either option, the existing Yew Avenue interchange with US 97 would remain in place. The operational impacts of this option vary throughout the study area, but the net impact is neither positive nor negative. US 97 Redmond & Redmond to Bend Refinement Plans April 2007 Executive Summary Page 1-5 DKS Associates TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS Alternative 4: US 97 Bypass of Redmond Alternative 4 would be an add-on improvement to either Alternative 3A or Alternative 3B and would add approximately $149 million to the project cost. South of OR 126, the operational impacts of adding the Alternative 4 improvement are minimal. The operational impacts of adding Alternative 4 north of OR 126 are dramatic as a significant amount of additional north-south capacity is provided by constructing a third arterial-level facility. The operational improvements to the area transportation system provided by Alternative 4 are greater than those provided by any other alternative. If Alternative 4 were constructed, the currently planned Reroute would be converted to an arterial with at-grade signalized intersections. By making this route highly accessible, large amounts of traffic will shift from the existing US 97 alignment to the new arterial, removing a significant amount of traffic from the downtown area. While Alternative 4 would provide the most capacity, the new bypass route would also be underutilized, with most traffic preferring to stay on the planned Reroute/new arterial. US 97 Redmond & Redmond to Bend Refinement Plans April 2007 Executive Summary Page 1-6 DKS Associates TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS Summary Table 1-1 below summarizes the results of the alternatives assessment. Table 1-1: Alternative Summaru Matrix NO ALT 2 (widen to ALT 3A w/Antler CRITERIA BUILD ALT 2 east only) ALT 3A Interchange ALT 3B ALT 4A Number of Intersections not 13 14 13 9 9 9 6 4 Meeting Standards Cost Estimate NA $27.6 $29.6 $203 $243.7 $232.6 $149.2* $1492% (millions) ($352.2) ($381.8) Right of Way Cost NA $5 $12 $38 $41 $19 $7* $7* (millions) Structures Cost NA $0 $73 $98 $60* $60* (millions) Number of Bridges NA NA NA 7 11 10 7* 7* Length of Improved Corridor NA 0 0 2.5 mi. 2.5 mi. 5 mi. 5.25 mi. 7.75 mi. on US 97 Change in Traffic Volume on US 97 NA 0 0 +250 +650 +300 -750 -700 Business route north of OR 126 Change in Traffic Volume on US 97 NA +400 +400 -2550 -2425 -2475 -2450 -2375 Business route south of OR 126 * Note Alt 4 cost and bridge works onlv considered north of OR 126 Total cost for Alt 4 plus Alt 3 shown in parentheses. Recommendations Given the level of congestion forecasted on US 97 through the City of Redmond, the No Build alternative is not recommended as it would not provide adequate mobility for freight movement, through travel, or local trips through the City. Furthermore, Alternative 2 was found to be ineffective at relieving congestion and should not be considered as well. Alternative 4, which is an add-on alternative to either Alternative 3A or 3B that creates a northern bypass, adds a significant amount of additional capacity for north-south travel north of OR 126 and is the most effective alternative at providing adequate operating conditions through the City. However, the bypass constructed would cost an additional $149 million and is forecast to be underutilized. Therefore, this alternative may not be cost effective and is not recommended for further consideration. US 97 Redmond & Redmond to Bend Refinement Plans April 2007 Executive Summary Page 1-7 DKS Associates TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS Alternatives 3A and 3B were both found to be effective at improving traffic operations through the City. However, Alternative 3B has fewer impacts to existing development and for the 15% increase in cost associated with Alternative 3B, the length of the improved corridor provided by Alternative 3A could be doubled. Furthermore, the inclusion of an additional interchange near the fairgrounds increases accessibility of the Reroute, removing even more local system trips in the southeast quadrant of the City. Therefore Alternative 3B is recommended to move forward for additional analysis, within the context of the preparation of an Environmental Assessment/Interchange Area Management Plan, as the preferred alternative. The treatment of the US 97 Reroute crossing with the Yew Avenue extension to the airport as either an underpass or an interchange can be determined at a later date as it does not significantly impact area traffic operations. As part of Alternative 3B, an interchange on the Reroute would be constructed at or near OR 126. While moving this interchange closer to the downtown would improve accessibility, it may also introduce new impacts to that area. Whether located near the downtown or on OR 126, there are a number of constraints that must be addressed during the planning and design of this interchange. Therefore, the location and design of this interchange shall be refined through an Environmental Assessment/Interchange Area Management Plan. Formation In 2004, the Deschutes Water Alliance (DWA) was formed to plan for the future water management of the Deschutes River Basin. The Alliance firmly believes that it is possible to simultaneously meet new and existing demands for water in the Basin whether they are for agriculture, cities, or rivers. This will happen through cooperation and voluntary participation of the key water suppliers and users in the basin. The Deschutes Water Alliance is comprised of the following stakeholders: • The Deschutes Basin Board of Control (DBBC), an association of irrigation districts: North Unit, Central Oregon, Swalley, Tumalo, Three Sisters, Arnold, Ochoco • The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs (CTWS): Manage resources as sustainable assets available for cultural, subsistence, economic and social purposes • Deschutes River Conservancy (DRC): with a mission to restore streamflow and improve water quality in the Deschutes Basin • Central Oregon Cities Organzation (COCO): Bend, Culver, Madras, Maupin, Metolius, Prineville, Redmond, Sisters Vision The vision of the DWA is simple. • The uses of water resources in the Deschutes Basin are balanced to serve and sustain agriculture, urban and ecosystem needs. Page 1 of 6 Deschutes Water Alliance Balancing Water Uses for Agriculture, Cities and Rivers in the Deschutes Basin Mission Our mission has three elements. • Move stream flows toward a more natural hydrograph while securing and maintaining improved instream flows and water quality to support fish and wildlife • Secure and maintain a reliable and affordable supply of water to sustain agriculture • Secure a safe, affordable, and high quality water supply for urban communities Current Challenges Like the Klamath Basin, the Deschutes River Basin faces numerous challenges that create high potential for conflict over water. The DWA embraces the recommendations of the Department of Interior's Water 2025 Report, understanding that foresight, strong leadership, and cooperation will prevent water crises. The River Long stretches of the Deschutes River and its tributaries suffer from low streamflow and degraded water quality due to numerous irrigation diversions in Bend that for decades have supported a rich tradition of family farming. Between Bend and Lake Billy Chinook near Madras, the Deschutes River runs at only 5% of its natural flow from May to September. Squaw Creek through Sisters, Tumalo Creek below Shevlin Park and the Crooked River below Prineville Reservoir also have reduced flows from diversions. In addition, the Upper Deschutes River experiences abnormally low stream flows in the winter as water is being stored in Wickiup and Crane Prairie Reservoirs. Furthermore, sections of the Deschutes River and its tributaries fail to meet water quality standards set by the Clean Water Act through Oregon's Department of Environmental Quality. These human altered stream conditions present significant threats to fish and wildlife and pose potential liabilities for irrigators. The Blue Whale. Average 30 Year December Flow of the Deschutes The recent settlement agreement negotiated as part of the relicensing of the Pelton Round Butte Hydroelectric Project will provide for fish passage past the dams near Warm Springs, Culver and Madras. For the first time in more than fifty years, steelhead and salmon will be spawning in the Page 2 of 6 upper reaches of the Deschutes Basin. Restoring flows in the Middle Deschutes is of paramount importance to the survival of these fish and will improve water quality at the same time. While the problems of the river are significant, they are not insurmountable. In the Deschutes River only about 5 -10% of its annual flow is consumed. The problems of the Deschutes are not so much of a basic water deficiency as they are localized distribution problems with serious stream flow degradation at certain times of the year. The solution in many respects is a reallocation of the water to bring the Deschutes back to something approaching the natural hydrograph. It is clear there is enough water in the Basin to meet environmental, agricultural and municipal needs if we use our water wisely, reduce waste, and emphasize stream restoration. The Irrigators Water use for irrigation has declined over the last 30 years, but remains the largest single use of water in the Deschutes Basin. On average, over 660,000 acre feet have been diverted in each of the last 6 years, down from historic levels. Original water rights issued in the early 1900's still allow over half of what is diverted from the Deschutes near Bend, to be lost before it ever reaches the fields due to antiquated, leaky delivery systems. Stream flows and water use aside, challenging agricultural economics, rapid population growth and demographic change are altering the character of farming and irrigation in much of the Deschutes Basin. Particularly in Deschutes County, large acreage commercial farms have given way to smaller farms established for lifestyle rather than crop production. Today, in the Central Oregon Irrigation District 87% of the farms are 20 acres or less. This farm fragmentation has increased the number and cost of water deliveries in the district. In addition, the irrigation districts are challenged by urbanization. Some farmers are converting their farms to urban development, a trend that could erode assessment revenue and threaten the financial sustainability of the districts. Furthermore, urbanization jeopardizes water deliveries to those customers that remain in the district. Deschutes Basin Irrigation and Municipal Diversions Annual totals In Acre Feet 1966-2002 1,000,000 900,000 A 800,000 e C v 700,000 r 600,000 b 500,000 s e 400,000 300,000 200,000 G 100,000 Page 3 of 6 0 V4 %G 0 10 n n 00 9 'i O► pQ V4 V4 V4 ~ N The Cities Central Oregon cities are the fastest growing in the State. Currently, all the cities combined divert about 30,000 acre feet of water per year. This amounts to slightly more than 4% of all current irrigation diversions. Some cities have implemented water conservation measures and the results are beginning to take hold. For example, Bend has reduced residential per capita water use by 10%. New groundwater supplies will be required to meet new peak demands, because conservation alone, will not be sufficient. Even using the highest growth projections, water use by cities will remain a small fraction of overall water use in the basin. Concern about the connection between surface and groundwater throughout the basin are adding new challenges to securing new groundwater permits. In 2002 the Deschutes Groundwater Mitigation rules were issued and new groundwater permits are now allowed if mitigation is provided. Mitigation requires the transfer of surface water back to the stream, a very important means of restoring streamflow in several reaches of the Deschutes Basin. Tribal The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs (CTWS), through its Natural Resource Branch, manage resources as sustainable assets available for cultural, subsistence, economic and social purposes or opportunities in perpetuity consistent with the Confederated Tribes sovereign and treaty status. Their treaty, sovereign status and land and water rights ownership put them in a unique position to take a long term view of the Deschutes River Basin. With co-ownership of the Pelton Hydro Project with PGE, they are cooperatively working to fulfill new FERC license obligations and see how they can enhance other related efforts throughout the basin. The CTWS also hold significant tribal water rights in the basin, both for on and off reservation use. Harbingers of Success In many western water basins the battle lines have been drawn in their wars over water. The dynamic in the Deschutes Basin has been different for decades. Cooperative efforts abound to protect and restore the environment that make the Basin such an attraction to those who live in it. Traditional adversaries in other basins, such as irrigators and environmentalists, have joined in the Deschutes River Conservancy and other organizations to make a positive difference. A number of factors are at work in the Basin that make significant restoration achievable. • The groundwater mitigation program will protect existing rights, allow for new groundwater uses and create new opportunities for stream flow restoration throughout the Deschutes Basin. • Irrigators understand the potential liabilities associated with Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act and are motivated to prevent conflict and litigation. • Significant mitigation and restoration capital exists to invest in instream restoration, mitigation and efficiency projects. Near Term Strategy Our near term strategy is to carry out projects that are achievable now and will show concrete results to residents in the basin. At the same time, we will conduct the Water Supply and Demand Study and develop the institutional framework that will enable us to understand the effects of large scale projects and give us the means to carry them out. Page 4 of 6 The Deschutes Water Alliance will conduct the following study in order to more clearly understand the cumulative impact of a series of potential water management alternatives that would satisfy this diverse group's common objectives. Each water management scenario will be evaluated on their efficiency and cost effectiveness as well as on their overall impact and benefit to the entire Deschutes River. DWA Planning Study Synthesis of Water Supply & Demand: this report comprised of the sections listed below, will summarize and prioritize data to create a template for future water management. A. Irrigation District Water Conservation Analysis: how much water can be conserved at what cost within each district B. Impacts of Urbanization on Irrigable Lands: what planning strategies will assist districts in dealing with the effects of urbanization and changing patron demand for smaller farm sizes. C. Reservoir Optimization & Water Quality Analysis: identify the opportunities to optimize and manage water rights that currently require the use of water stored in reservoirs. D. Municipal Water Supply & Demand to 2055: provide a cumulative future municipal water demand forecast with supply alternatives. E. Measurement, Monitoring and .Evaluation: what are the methodologies that will best measure restoration and reallocation for all water users. Pilot Projects 1. Deschutes River Water Bank: create one institution where water users can find available water for restoration, irrigation, groundwater mitigation and municipal uses. The bank will comprise a set of services to efficiently move water from one purpose to another purpose in a voluntary, non-regulatory manner. 2. Deschutes On-Farm Conservation Program: eliminating flood irrigation and improving on-farm efficiencies can bring significant water savings for the basin 3. Other Pilots: Additional pilot projects may be identified and implemented during the study period Long Term Strategy As the DWA proceeds forward it will grow, adding like-minded organizations that share our vision of a sustainable future. Our successes will demonstrate to all in the Basin that we can make significant improvements. It will encourage the community to support the even greater efforts that it will take to achieve our vision. We invite you to join us. For more information contact: Steve Johnson - Central Oregon Irrigation District (DWA Chair) 541-548-6047 Bobby Brunoe - Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs 541-553-2015 Tod Heisler - Deschutes River Conservancy 541-382-4077 Patrick Griffiths - Water Resource Coordinator 541-317-3008 Page 5 of 6 Water 2025: Fact Sheet Summary Preventing Crises and Conflict in the West Water is the lifeblood of the American West and the foundation of its economy. It is also the scarcest resource in some of the fastest growing areas of the country. Water 2025 is intended to focus attention on the reality that explosive population growth in western urban areas, the emerging need for water for environmental and recreational uses, and the national importance of the domestic production of food and fiber from western fanns and ranches is driving major conflicts between these competing uses of water. In some areas of the West, existing water supplies are, or will be, inadequate to meet the demands for water for people, cities, fanns, and the environment even under normal water supply conditions. Water 2025 recognizes that states, tribes, and local governments should have a leading role in meeting these challenges, and that the Department of the Interior should focus its attention and resources on areas where scarce federal dollars can provide the greatest benefits to the West and the rest of the Nation. Water 2025 provides the basis for a public discussion in advance of water crises and sets forth a framework to focus on meeting water supply challenges in the future. This framework includes: Six Principles ♦ Recognize and respect state, tribal, and federal water rights, contracts, and interstate compacts or decrees of the United States Supreme Court that allocate the right to use water. ♦ Maintain and modernize existing water facilities so they will continue to provide water and power. 6 Enhance water conservation, use efficiency, and resource monitoring to allow existing water supplies to be used more effectively. ♦ Use collaborative approaches and market based transfers to minimize conflicts. ♦ Improve water treatment technology, such as desalination, to help increase water supply. ♦ Existing water supply infrastructure can provide additional benefits for existing and emerging needs for water. Five Realities ♦ Explosive population growth in areas of the West where water is already scarce. ♦ Water shortages occur frequently in the West. ♦ Over-allocated watersheds can cause crisis and conflict. ♦ Water facilities are aging. ♦ Crisis management is not effective in dealing with water conflicts. Four Key Tools ♦ Conservation, Efficiency, and Markets ♦ Collaboration 6 Technology • Remove Institutional Barriers and Increase Interagency Cooperation Water 2025 will: ♦ Facilitate a more forward-looking focus on water-starved areas of the country; ♦ Help to stretch or increase water supplies to satisfy the demands of growing populations, protect environmental needs, and strengthen regional, tribal and local economies; ♦ Provide added environmental benefits to many watersheds, rivers, and streams; • Minimize water crises in critical watersheds by improving the environment and addressing the effects of drought on important economies; and, ♦ Provide a balanced, practical approach to water management for the next century. Page 6 of 6 Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org June 10, 2009 Senator Laurie Monnes Anderson 900 Court St. NE Salem, OR 97301 RE: HB2227 Dear Senator, The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners do not support HB2227(engrossed). The amendments from the house are an effort to stop the development of more resorts by addressing work force housing, a requirement not placed on other employers and allow irrigation districts the ability to veto resort mapping. This bill raises concerns regarding local control for us. We do want to have a review of Destination Resort law to address challenges as outlined in the original bill submitted by the Governor. Resorts are an economic engine for our county. They bring $4.2 million to the county general fund and $3.8 million to the sheriffs department. 2.5million visitors come annually to Deschutes county and spend $470 million. I have attached an information sheet for you to review. Please say NO to HB2227engrossed and suggest that the original bill submitted by the Governor is more appropriate. Thank you for your time and consideration Sincerely, Alan Unger, Commissioner Deschutes County Page 1 of 2 Bonnie Baker From: Dennis Luke Sent: Thursday, June 04, 2009 12:11 PM To: Bonnie Baker Subject: FW: PUBLIC LANDS & FORESTS SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING ANNOUNCEMENT... You may want to add this to the minutes. Dennis Luke From: Blair, David (Wyden) [mailto:David-Blair@wyden.senate.gov] Sent: Wednesday, June 03, 2009 4:58 PM To: Tammy Baney; Dennis Luke; Alan Unger; Tony DeBone; Donna Zigler - La Pine Water District; Nick Lelack; Teresa Rozic; Dave Kanner Subject: FW: PUBLIC LANDS & FORESTS SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING ANNOUNCEMENT... Thanks for the excellent meeting today; I wanted to recap a few issues and questions for our staff and follow up with BLM: Land Selection: BLM identified a concern about elk habitat on parcel l; The rodeo folks are going to develop a rodeo ground schematic that will have the rodeo footprint minimize effects on wet areas and known elk and deer areas on the property. o We are probably going to split parcel A and just convey the north half; we had a hallway conversation about - in just the 160 acre north half - developing 80(?) acres for the rodeo grounds and leaving the surrounding areas in open space/wildlife habitat under county jurisdiction. o In terms of other lands in the city limits, BLM asks that the county take some of those lands as well. • NEPA Process: We will clarify with BLM what the likely NEPA process requirements will be, and the process requirements for disposing of the parcel A that requires a BLM RMP plan amendment; however, the bill states "subject to valid existing rights and notwithstanding the land use planning requirements of (FLPMA).... the Secretary shall convey to the County, without consideration, all right title and interest etc." I read that to mean that the land transfers regardless of what the RMP says, in which case no amendment would be necessary. • I have expressed the County's interest in designating some of the BLM lands that are inside the city limits as available for sale, with proceeds to support the Park and Recreation District, which as we all understand has some way to go in getting on its feet, financially. I have also suggested that if the County, at some future date, wanted to put lands into the tax base and/or be commercially developed, that proceeds from sale would go to the BLM/Prineville District. I'd say are chances are slim. • County costs: we believe the plain language of the bill puts the county on the hook for basic surveying, titling, and transactional costs. We will clarify with BLM whether they interpret the language as requiring county payment of any NEPA related or land use plan revision costs. Thanks again for a great session today. Please let me know if I have missed any important issues, I'll add them to the mix. And hey - check it out - we have a hearing scheduled! David From: Bennett, Mia (Energy) Sent: Wednesday, June 03, 2009 5:06 PM This is to advise you that a hearing has been scheduled before Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands and Forests. The hearing will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 20og, at 2:30 p.m., in room SD-366 of the Dirksen 6/4/2009 Page 2 of 2 Senate Office Building. The purpose of the hearing is to receive testimony on the following bills: S. 409, to secure Federal ownership and management of significant natural, scenic, and recreational resources, to provide for the protection of cultural resources, to facilitate the efficient extraction of mineral resources by authorizing and directing an exchange of Federal and non- Federal land, and for other purposes; S. 782, to provide for the establishment of the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System; S. 874, to establish El Rio Grande Del Norte National Conservation Area in the State of New Mexico, and for other purposes; S. 1139, to require the Secretary of Agriculture to enter into a property conveyance with the city of Wallowa, Oregon, and for other purposes; and S. 1140, to direct the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain Federal land to Deschutes County, Oregon. For further information, please contact David Brooks at (202) 224-9863 or Anna Fox at (202) 224- 1219. Mia' Mia' J. Bennett, Chief Clerk Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee 202.224.7147 202.224.9026 [fax] 6/4/2009