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2011-111-Minutes for Meeting February 16,2011 Recorded 4/11/2011COUNTY OFFICIAL NANCYUBLANKENSHIP, COUNTY CLERKDS ~d ~0~~•111 COMMISSIONERS' JOURNAL 04/11/201104:10:02 PM 12011-111 Do not remove this page from original document. Deschutes County Clerk Certificate Page Ll1 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, FEBRUARY 16, 2011 Present were Commissioners Tammy Baney, Alan Unger and Tony DeBone. Also present were Dave Kanner, County Administrator; Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator; and, for a portion of the meeting, Debbie Legg and Tracy Scott, Personnel, David Givans, Internal Auditor, Anna Johnson, Communications; Nick Lelack, Peter Gutowsky, Terri Payne and George Read, Community Development; Laurie Craghead, County Counsel; Roger Lee and Eric Stroebel, EDCO; and four other citizens Also present was media representative Hillary Borrud of the Bulletin. Chair Baney opened the meeting at 1:30 p.m. 1. Review of Business Development Loan Applications. The Board briefly discussed the two applications. Commissioner DeBone stated that he would like to see more attention paid to start-up companies. Roger Lee of EDCO (Economic Development for Central Oregon) replied that it is the County's money and not EDCO's, so it is up to the County as to whether that kind of use is appropriate. Dave Kanner stated that EDCO has a person who handles venture capital requests, which have more risk attached. UNGER: Move acceptance of the applications for the two companies (DENT Instruments, Inc. and Buehner Fry, Inc. dba NAVIS). DEBONE: Second. VOTE: UNGER: Yes. DEBONE: Yes. BANEY: Chair votes yes. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 1 of 11 Pages 2. Worksource Oregon: National Career Readiness Certificate. Richard Erikson, NCRC Market Analyst, gave a PowerPoint presentation (a copy of which is attached) on the NCRC (Oregon's National Career Readiness Certificate), which he indicated is nationally recognized and used to determine employment readiness. Central Oregon was one of the pilot communities in its development several years ago. The NCRC documents the skills needed for about 17,000 jobs that were profiled; these are skills that are often necessary no matter what the job field. The benefits for the applicant are that the certification process is offered at no cost to the applicant, but there is a time commitment to complete the training. Employers feel that these applicants are better screened and have the skills that are needed for a given job. The benefits to the employer are numerous, including knowing that the applicants are qualified and have the necessary skills, and retention numbers are better. At this time, there is no cost to employers to use this service. A grant is funding this work through June 2011. Thirty-five states are now using NCRC. There are approximately thirty local businesses that now prefer using this program. Commissioner Unger said that he hears from employers who are frustrated by workers who are not qualified. This is a tool that helps to show that the person is ready. There are two testing facilities. The Bend office has a maximum of 45 sessions per week The NCRC documents address skills in three core areas: applied mathematics, reading for information and locating information, and an initial skills review module. Some modules can be done from home. Debbie Legg indicated that she would like to talk with Mr. Erikson in detail about the program. Erik Kropp stated that this could be easy enough to utilize, but is concerned about what happens when the grant funds run out. Mr. Erikson said that there still has to be that businesses" instinct to make sure they select the right people. Those potential employees holding the certificates do separate themselves from others seeking the same employment. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 2 of 11 Pages Commissioner Unger said he would like to see this endorsed now. Chair Baney said that she is concerned about endorsing it when the County has no practical experience using the services at this time. Mr. Erickson said there are no strings attached. Commissioner DeBone said that he has a problem with companies not nurturing their employees. Mr. Erikson state that this helps companies avoid hiring individuals who may think they have the necessary skills but in fact do not. Commissioner Unger thinks that this helps the individuals seeking work to learn more and to feel confident that they are prepared when they apply for a specific position. The Commissioners asked for a week or so to review the information before committing to the program. 3. Comprehensive Plan Review. Nick Lelack, Peter Gutowsky and Terri Payne came before the Board for the second Comprehensive Plan work session. The dates for the public hearings have been set for March 29 in Bend in the Barnes/Sawyer Rooms, March 31 in La Pine at the Senior Center, and April 1 in the Sisters City Council Chambers. There is an additional hearing schedule for the usual business meeting on April 5. It appears that 6:00 p.m. is an appropriate starting time for the off-site meetings. Ms. Payne pointed out that the majority of the agricultural land in the County is either farm or forest, with limited uses. The question is how to participate and work towards best utilizing the land within those allowed uses. The population estimates go to 2025, and the question is whether the area can support those numbers. Commissioner Unger stated that most lots that can be developed are in south County. Ms. Payne said that they took into account the `red' lots that cannot be developed, but there are still about 5,000 lots available. These were platted before land use rules were established. Rural growth is restricted by State regulations. Most new development will be residential. The perception is that what can be done is very limited. However, non-farm dwellings are a possibility, as are destination resorts; and land subject to Goal exceptions. The trick is to analyze these properties, which are usually very site-specific. The bar is high, but creating new residential lots is a possibility. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 3 of 11 Pages Mr. Lelack said that Terrebonne and Tumalo can handle additional population increases; and some developments have been created but not yet developed and are not part of the numbers. They are not cities but unincorporated communities. It is easier to add density there than in most rural areas. Commissioner DeBone asked if there are areas where more lots are needed in the future. Ms. Payne said that most people now living in these areas do not want more density. Mr. Lelack stated that most of the growth would happen in the cities as they increase their urban growth boundaries. Commissioner DeBone asked if there are enough available lots for people to be able to buy and build if they want. Ms. Payne stated that the study looks at this. Resorts are a wild card. There is enough land available in rural areas for the population in the future. It is more practical to promote growth within the cities and protect the farm and forest lands. Commissioner Unger said that the challenge is capacity, and some day in the distant future, there will be a capacity issue. Ms. Payne said that it will be beyond the 2025 projected numbers. Much depends on whether population growth comes back and continues. And what happens with the destination resorts depends much on what the legislature does. Chair Baney asked if farmland is to remain based on soil type. There are a lot of lands in this area that do not meet the classification for farmland as set forth by the State. Dave Kanner asked if Section 3.3 still applies. Ms. Payne said that nothing was updated since 1979, so this mirrors the Statewide Goal. This is new language. Mr. Kanner said that he finds it difficult to see that this as a land use policy. It is more of a broad policy goal and aspiration. Ms. Payne stated that we have to either keep what we have, react and change, or change first. Mr. Kanner asked how this could be implemented through land use ordinances. Ms. Payne said that Goal 10 only applies to cities because it has to do with providing housing. In most planning, though, housing is a big issue. Work with the cities has to be coordinated, and unincorporated communities are a factor. The County plays a big role in supporting and coordinating. Mr. Lelack said that Goal 10 has more to do with the types of housing rather than determining where it will be. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 4 of 11 Pages Ms. Payne stated that the Planning Commissioner indicated support of this change. It is hard to have affordable housing if land has a ten-acre minimum. 3.3.5 includes some changes. Right now granny plots cannot be done, but they could provide a lot of affordable housing where it is needed. The State does not allow them at this time. There is also a desire to develop co-housing, where a small cluster of housing is developed for mutual support. This can protect the rural character of an area but support additional housing where needed. 3.3.3 (a) and (b) were felt to be too detailed. Much of this had to do with the number of livestock on a given parcel; Jefferson County has limits but Deschutes County does not have this limitation on MUA land. Laurie Craghead said that the Comprehensive Plan has to do with how to write zoning code. Ms. Payne stated that the Planning Commission feels this is an aspirational guide, reflecting what the community says matters to them. It is kind of a placeholder. Mr. Lelack added that the Association of Realtors also had ideas on how to move forward with some of the issues. Coordinating with affordable housing providers does not mean the County will provide the land, but can support their efforts. There is a lot of language relating to cities but not counties in regard to opportunities and challenges. Recreation and related services bring in a lot of revenue. Working with the Bend Airport master plan and associated businesses is included. There are home-based businesses that can function better with the rules relaxed to allow more of them, within reason. And regional coordination is important. There is a lot in the section on the rural economy relating to rural industrial uses. When Goal 14 was instituted, which relates to areas that are urban unincorporated, rural industrial, rural service center or similar use, some areas did not fit into any classification, so these site-specific properties have been retained. There are six policies of economic development that are fairly general. Commissioner Unger asked about the Redmond military facility, which he feels is more public than private. Ms. Payne said this recognizes past practices and allows continued use within reason. There are several properties that fit into this category. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 5 of 11 Pages Mr. Kanner asked about policies regarding on-site sewage disposal and community sewer systems. This seems to preclude any other solutions that the DEQ might come up with. Ms. Payne said the DLCD feels this has to have more constraints than a rural service center. There are just a few properties in this category and there does not seem to be a massive need for change. These could be reviewed in five years to see if that still makes sense. Mr. Kanner stated that there is a large area in south County where there are many parcels that cannot be developed as things are now. It seems that if someone wanted a convenience store, it would not be possible to place one. Ms. Payne stated that this has to do with nine specific sites, so would not apply to other areas. A part of Deschutes Junction is one of them, as are River Forest Acres and Spring River. Ms. Payne said that there is an informational map that shows the specific properties now being discussed. Chair Baney stated that it would be helpful to have the maps available during the hearings, for reference. In regard to Statewide Goal 7, there was a lot of agreement. There are two policies to be discussed. Section 3.5.1 talks about natural hazard mitigation planning. It has to be coordinated with where development might be allowed. There was a lot of input from the public, but this is the only one that is incorporated. Others are site-specific. Section 3.5.11 has to do with other things to keep in mind. Commissioner Unger asked how to address the surface mining site at Lower Bridge. Ms. Payne said this is not a natural hazard, but it is an issue when the use or need is no longer there. Commissioner Unger asked if this addresses reclamation. Ms. Payne stated that reclamation is handled is under DOGAMI rules, but this will be subject to discussion at next week's work session. Chair Baney said that some of the area was pre-land use regulation so there is no reclamation or mitigation plan in place. It is frustrating because it seems like the County has no jurisdiction at all over the problem. The Planning Commission is interested in addressing the problems of these areas, like noxious weeds and blowing dust. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 6 of 11 Pages Section 3.6 has to do with public facilities and services. People expect this to be included in long-term planning. It says that in rural areas, services need to be appropriate and limited to rural needs. Goal 11 applies. This also takes into account expanding water systems or sewer systems. The focus is on coordination. The County can encourage or support development as appropriate. Section 3.6.12 is a staff recommendation, basically a placeholder. Commissioner DeBone asked if there is an easy way to learn more about this. Commissioner Unger said that it helps to get individual opinions and go from there. Commissioner Debone said he can listen to audio minutes and review the written minutes. The Planning Commissioner minutes can be obtained either way. Chair Baney said that the Planning Commission members are not shy about expressing their opinions, either as a group or individually. Regarding transportation and unmaintained rural roads, Commissioner DeBone said that it seems like there is no plan to improve the roads while people with wealth want to develop the land. Commissioner Unger stated there are arterials and collectors, which should be the County's focus. Commissioner DeBone said there is no answer to give people who complain about their road not being maintained. There needs to be a plan or clarity. The Statewide Goal 8 has to do with rural recreation. There are no real requirements, but it is a huge quality of life issue for the community. Most recreational land is provided by public agencies. The focus is on coordination. One policy has to do with park and recreation districts. Some properties are just outside the city limits and it is hard for the districts to utilize the land. Section 3.8.3 has to do with the Millican area, which has a lot of BLM land. ATV users are doing damage to private lands there, and the BLM apparently is not overseeing those types of activities. The Planning Commission came up with definitions regarding wedding events. There was no agreement on private parks, so it was left out of the Comprehensive Plan update. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 7 of 11 Pages Commissioner Unger asked about the creation of a rural recreation opportunity and the accompanying amenities. Ms. Payne said there is a paintball park and shooting range that fit into this. Commissioner Unger asked about hang-gliding or paragliding. Ms. Payne stated that they have to take off and land somewhere. Most of the time it is not on an official location. Much might occur on BLM land. Destination resorts fall under Goal 8 and Statute. This sets the standard for resort mapping and development. Some were implemented by the County in 2010 and currently in litigation. There are three new policies, but they are addressing the whole section. Section 3.9.4 talks about mitigating impacts. The public stresses that resorts have impacts. However, it is not known how much impact. Some focus groups met and tried to identify the issues. Section 3.9.5 addresses small resorts with only overnight units and no permanent housing. The public and Planning Commission liked this model. Section 3.9.11 talks about how to track what the destination resorts are doing; what is being built and when. Things are approved individually and it is hard to know how many overnight units are being built, how much open space is available, etc. The industry is fluid, and it is hard to follow the master plan as they develop in phases. Mr. Lelack added that sometimes a certain part of a resort can end up under different ownership, or staff changes and the new staff person is not familiar with the resort history. There needs to be a plan to track these things. Section 3.10 addresses methods to identify certain areas that have specific issues. Commissioner DeBone is supportive of a vision on this issue. He will be very active in it and can do a lot of community outreach. Many residents came to the Terrebonne meetings. Except for large animal and transportation issues, there were not a lot of other things brought up. Commissioner Unger asked how counties can best work together on this kind of thing. Ms. Payne stated that the plan talks about coordinating with local jurisdictions, and Peter Russell attended a few meetings to answer these questions. Mr. Lelack asked about having a specific policy for some of these situations. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 8 of 11 Pages In regard to existing military sites, the military want an overlay zone for notification purposes. It is an educational process so that people will know more about the issue and locations. Commissioner Unger said that this also protects the viability of the use. 4. Update of Commissioners' Meetings and Schedules. The Commissioners went over their individual meeting schedules at this time. 5. Other Items. Chair Baney said that Representative Whisnant is introducing a transportation bill. Representative Huffman is also introducing one. Rep. Whisnant was upset that his bill was not on the Commissioners' `watch' list. Commissioner Unger said he is not aware of which bills are being introduced. The legislators need to take some action to keep the County aware of the issues and which bills the legislators want supported. Mr. Kanner said the Public Affairs Counsel tracks hundreds of bills and tries to make the County aware of those that are important. Chair Baney asked for a list of the bills Rep. Whisnant has drafted and what is a priority. Things are happening fast and it is hard to keep track. Nick Lelack asked if there is a staff legislative team that might be able to learn more about these bills, and offer an opinion to the Board. Commissioner Unger stated that some bills will not even move forward and it is hard to know which ones. Mr. Kanner noted that it is not necessary for the County to take a position on every bill. In many cases, it may make sense to see what AOC feels about a bill. It might be easier to identify which bills the County does not agree with AOC on. Senate Bill 83 has huge implications for the County but AOC may not care one way or the other. More often than not, AOC will have the same position as the County. Commissioner Unger said that the League of Oregon Cities may disagree or might not want to take a position. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 9 of 11 Pages Chair Baney said that some of the legislators do not agree with each other on some issues. Bills 452 and 83 are important, and the Regional Health Authority is another; and 2390 is a committee bill that should include appropriate language. Chair Baney asked the other Commissioners to try to become informed and track bills that are within their areas of interest so the entire Board can be more informed on what is going on in Salem. Rob Poirier of 911 has asked for support on a bill having to do with 911 issues relating to cellular phones. The Board stated the letter as presented is okay. Chair Baney said that some letters the Board was asked to support might not be as harmless as she might have thought. This involves a chair of a County group backing something the Commissioners may not support. Mr. Kanner said that this person is doing this not as a private citizen but as a representative of a County-appointed committee. Chair Baney stated that this puts her in an awkward position. The County supports certain principles but not necessarily how things are being handled politically. Commissioner DeBone said he would like to get rid of the "board.org" on the website. He is concerned about who should respond and how the others would know what the response is. Chair Baney suggested that any response be sent back to "respond all". She said either she or Dave Kanner will respond as appropriate. Being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 10 of 11 Pages DATED this Day of~ 2011 for the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. Tammy Baney, Chai ATTEST: ,%NVL/" Recording Secretary Anthony DeBone, Vice Chair Alan Unger, Commissioner Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 11 of 11 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, FEBRUARY 16, 2011 1. Review of Business Development Loan Applications - Roger Lee & Eric Stroebel, EDCO 2. Worksource Oregon: National Career Readiness Certificate - Richard Erikson, NCRC Market Analyst 3. Comprehensive Plan Review - Nick Lelack, Peter Gutowsky, Terri Payne 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), litigation; ORS 192.660(2)(d), labor negotiations; 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. If you have questions regarding a meeting, please call 388-657?. 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. N L1. O .v cc d c0 co "a %6 m ~ja C E 's r rte. v 0 0 cq M n. r M ~ N N N 't DJ L ~ S dl _ O = 2 3 3 L J m ~ TT V _ V cc CL 0 L co z a o O V C~~ DESCHUTES COUNTY/ CITY OF BEND Business Development Forgivable Loan Fund - APPLICATION - The Deschutes County Business Development Forgivable Loan Fund and City of Bend Business Development Forgivable Loan Fund provides moneys for the purpose of increasing employment and capital investment in the county. The Fund has been established to offset the costs of business relocation/expansion to and within the City of Bend, including moving of equipment, purchase or construction of facilities, employee training, equipment purchase and site improvements such as the extension of public services and utilities. EDCO has been designated by the City of Bend as the administrator of this fund. The magnitude of funding is dependent on job creation (typically $1000- $2000 per job). This application is reviewed by a subcommittee of the Bend Economic Development Advisory Board (BEDAB) for a recommendation to the Bend City Council which then gives final approval. Access to financials (visual review on company premises only) and a banking representative interview may be requested by the BEDAB subcommittee. Key Requirements Are: • Grantees must create at least 5 new primary, permanent family wage jobs and shall have retained those jobs for at least one year. • Optional: Grantees must document the investment of at least $5 of new, taxable investments for each $1 allocated from the Business Opportunity Loan Fund. Number of Employees: 15 Company Request: $12,000 EDCO Recommendation: $12,000 (6 jobs at $2,000 per job) Proposed Job Creation by end of Q4 2013: 6 new employees Average Pay for New Employees (all positions, excluding commissions): $40,000 Capital Investment: $1,710,000 Industry: Manufacturer of energy usage meters Section I - General Information Company Name: DENT Instruments, Inc. Location (City/County): Bend/Deschutes Business Type: Manufacturer Industry Type: Energy Usage Metering No. of Employees: 15 HQ Address: 64 NW Franklin Avenue, Bend, OR 97701 State & Federal Taxpayer ID: OR: 696478-8/EIN: 93-1118853 Company Contact: Christopher Dent Title: President Phone: (541) 388-4774 Email: cdent@dentinstruments.com Parent Company: N/A Website: www.dentinstruments.com Section II - Company Profile 1. Please provide a brief overview of your business. DENT Instruments designs and manufactures data loggers and energy metering devices for energy research, efficiency & conservation, new technology research, and today's energy professionals. Our products are often the first step in developing strong energy strategies, for maintaining peak operations, and for lowering operating costs. DENT sells products world-wide both factory direct and through a network of domestic and international distributors. DENT products can be found in all 50 States, on all 7 Continents, and in more than 50 countries. Section III - Project Activities 1. Please outline the proposed activities for these funds. How will access to the Bend Opportunity Fund support your strategic objectives, while increasing your employment and investment in the Central Oregon region? Riding the world-wide wave of interest in energy consumption, green power, carbon emissions, and global warming, DENT Instruments is experiencing rapid growth within its field of metering and monitoring for energy efficiency. Hiring at DENT has been slowed by the lack of physical space to place new employees and a corresponding lack of equipment for the new hires. For the first issue DENT is currently in escrow to purchase a new building four times larger than what we currently occupy. With the expansion in floor area will come a need for additional support for new staff as they are added. Our first new hire is a test engineer who will provide an interface between engineering and production. Bend Business Opportunity funds are needed to provide support equipment including desks, computers, and test equipment (digital voltmeters, power supplies, hand tools) that will be required by the new staff. Section IV - Grant Terms and Conditions 1. Total Employ Grantees must create at least 5 new primary, family wage jobs (at $35,090 per year) and shall have retained those jobs for at least one year. Please provide a quarterly projection of expected job creation, including titles and/or descriptions. Also indicate expected wages. We estimate hiring 6 new employees between now and Q2 2011. Department positions are expected to be: Office Support -1 Engineering Technical/Professional - 2 Manufacturing - 3 2. Optional: Capital Investment Grantees can document the investment of taxable investments to demonstrate expansion and growth commitment. Please provide a quarterly capital investment projection. Investments will include: New building purchase Leasehold improvements Moving expenses 3. Primary Employer Test Grantees must be private firms in manufacturing, high-technology, or technology-based businesses which have more than 75% of customers outside Deschutes County. What percentage of your customer base exists outside Deschutes County? DENT Instruments sells globally with more than 99% of all sales based outside Deschutes county. DESCHUTES COUNTY/ CITY OF BEND Business Development Forgivable Loan Fund - APPLICATION - The Deschutes County Business Development Forgivable Loan Fund and City of Bend Business Development Forgivable Loan Fund disburse moneys for the purpose of increasing employment and capital investment in the county. The Fund has been established to offset the costs of business relocation/expansion to and within the City of Bend, including moving of equipment, purchase or construction of facilities, employee training, equipment purchase and site improvements such as the extension of public services and utilities. EDCO has been designated bythe City of Bend as the administrator of this fund. The magnitude of funding is dependent on job creation (typically $1000- $2000 per job). Key Requirements Are: • Grantees must create at least 5 new primary, permanent family wage jobs and shall have retained those jobs for at least one year. • Optional: Grantees must document the investment of at least $5 of new, taxable investments for each $1 allocated from the Business Opportunity Loan Fund. Number of Employees: 65 Company Request: $50,000 EDCO Recommendation: $50,000 ($1,852 per job) Proposed Job -Creation by end of 2012. 27 new employees Average Pay for New Employees (all positions, excluding commissions): $37,852 Capital Investment: $2,450,000 Industry: Technology Website: http://marketing.novistechnologies.com Section I - General Information Date: November 16, 2010 CompanyName: Buehner Fry, Inc. dba NAVIS Location (City/County): Bend/Deschutes Business Type: Software as a Service (SAAS) Industry Type: Technology No. of Employees: 65 HQ Address: 389 SW Scaleho use Court, STE 100, Bend, OR 97702 State & Federal Taxpayer ID: 00697494-6 & 88-0302186 respectively CompanyContact: Kyle Buchner or Kate O'Connor Title: President or VP Finance Phone: 541-385-5255 Email: lssbuehneiaa thenaviswaycom or kaoconnorOthenavisw .corn Parent Company: NA Website: http://morketinci.navistechnologies.com Section II - Company Profile 1. Please provide a brief overview of your business. The Company provides enhanced services and telecommunications to the vacation rental and resort markets. The enhanced services include a reservation capture solution enabling vacation rental managers and independent resorts to optimize business returns with increased caller data, targeted marketing and visibility into the effectiveness of overall performance. The company also offers a web-based housekeeping solution, a voice messaging system, and a call center for reservation fulfillment. Section III - Project Activities 1. Please outline the proposed activities for these funds. How will access to the Bend OpportunityFund support your strategic objectives, while increasing your employment and investment in the Central Oregon region.? NAVIS, as a company, is proposing to grow in the resort and vacation rental market by 50% over the next two and half years. We are on track to exceed budgeted revenue by 9% in the current fiscal year. In order to attain this goal, the company will continue to expand its infrastructure with additional personnel and computer networking capacity. At present time, it costs the company approximately $4,000 per person for workstations and user licenses at hire. We also recently moved into a larger facility which cost the company $25,000 in tenant improvements (i.e. cubicles, wiring, and upgraded internet capacity). Section IV - Grant Terms and Conditions 1. Total Empooment Grantees must create at least 5 new primary, family wage jobs (at $35,090 per year) and shall have retained those jobs for at least one year. Please provide a quarterly projection of expected job creation, including titles and/or descriptions. Also indicate expected wages. Please see attached 2. Optional: Capital Investment Grantees must document the investment of at least $5 of new, taxable investments for each $1 allocated from the Business Development Forgivable Loan Fund. Please provide a quarterly capital investment projection. Please see attached 3. PrunaryEmplo, r Test Grantees must be private firms in manufacturing, high technology, or technology based businesses which have more than 75% of customers outside Deschutes County. 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Auxiliary formats are available upon request to persons with disabilities. © 2010 Oregon Department of Community Colleges and Workforce Development. e'IIORYY EGO 10/10 Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners Draft Comprehensive Plan Work Session Schedule 2011 February 16 Work Session Topic Noteworthy Issues and/or Policies Chapter 3, Rural Growth Management Section 3.1 Introduction No goals or policies, just background Section 3.2 Rural Development No goals or policies, just background Policy 3.3.3 was discussed for how much detail to Section 3.3 Housing include Policy 3.3.4 regarding accessory dwellings No major issues for the rural economy Section 3.4 Rural Economy Mostly retains policies from the current Plan for site- . specific Rural Commercial and Rural Industrial properties Section 3.5 Natural Hazards No major issues Section 3.6 Public Facilities and Policy 3.6.12(a) is staff recommendation Services Section 3.7 Transportation Separate process, not part of this update Section 3.8 Rural Recreation No major issues Section 3.9 Destination Resorts Incorporates and reformats Ordinance 2010-024 New Policies 3.9.4, 3.4.5, 3.9.11 Retains from current Plan the chapter on Regional Problem Solving for south Deschutes County Adds a goal and policy supporting area specific Section 3.10 Area Specific Plans and planning Policies Adds policies for south Deschutes County and the Oregon Military Site If policies are adopted for Deschutes Junction they will be incorporated in this section -2- Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners Draft Comprehensive Plan Work Session Schedule 2011 February 23 Work Session Topic Noteworthy Issues and/or Policies Chapter 2, Resource Management Section 2.1 Introduction No goals or policies, just background Adds policies to retain current farm designations but Section 2.2 Agricultural Lands to reevaluate farm land Adds policies to support farming and other uses compatible with farming Section 2.3 Forest Lands No major issues Section 2.4 Goal 5 Resource Policy 2.4.1 refers to reviewing all Goal 5 inventories Overview and programs Long section, considerable discussion on County's Section 2.5 Water Resources role - there was consensus on the final goals and policies Long section, considerable discussion Policy 2.6.3 is a staff recommendation on the Section 2.6 Wildlife " Interagency Report on wildlife that can be found at www.deschutes.org/cdd'under comprehensive plan update then reports Section 2.7 Open Spaces, Scenic policy 2.7.5(d) includes a staff recommendation Views and Sites -3- Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners Draft Comprehensive Plan Work Session Schedule 2011 March 9 Work Session Topic Noteworthy Issues and/or Policies Chapter 2, Resource Management Section 2.8 Energy No major issues Section 2.9 Environmental Quality No major issues Section 2.10 Surface Mining No major issues Section 2.11 Cultural and Historic Policies may need to change due to the intent of Bend, La Pine and Redmond to create their own' Resources Landmark Commissions Chapter 5, Supplemental Sections- no goals or policies in this chapter Section 5.1 Introduction n/a Includes a definition of agri-tourism Section 5.2 Glossary and Acronyms Defining private parks was discussed, but a definition was not added Section 5.3 Goal 5 Water Resources n/a Section 5.4 Goal 5 Wildlife Resources n/a Section 5.5 Goal 5 Open Spaces, n/a Scenic Views and Sites resources Section 5.6 Goal 5 Energy Resources n/a Section 5.7 Goal 5 Wilderness, n/a Natural Areas and Recreation Trails Section 5.8 Goals Mineral and - n/a Aggregate Resources Section 5.9 Cultural and Historic n/a Resources Sectian.5.10 Goal Exception n/a Statements Section 5.11 Legislative History n/a Additional Discussion Points Preamble Proposed and revised by the Planning Commission Maps Goal 5 maps removed from the draft Findings Coordination with Legal Counsel -4- Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200, Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.orc MINUTES OF WORK SESSION DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2011 Present were Commissioners Tammy Baney, Alan Unger and Tony DeBone. Also present were Dave Kanner, County Administrator; Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator; and, for a portion of the meeting, Debbie Legg and Tracy Scott, Personnel; David Givans, Internal Auditor; Anna Johnson, Communications; Nick Lelack, Peter Gutowsky, Terri Payne and George Read, Community Development; Laurie Craghead, County Counsel; Roger Lee and Eric Stroebel, EDCO; and four other citizens Also present was media representative Hillary Borrud of the Bulletin. Chair Baney opened the meeting at 1:30 p.m. 1. Review of Business Development Loan Applications. The Board briefly discussed the two applications. Commissioner DeBone stated that he would like to see more attention paid to start-up companies. Roger Lee replied that it is the County's money and not EDCO's, so it is up to the County as to whether that kind of use is appropriate. Dave Kanner stated that EDCO has a person who handles venture capital requests, which have more risk attached. UNGER: Move acceptance of the applications for the two companies (DENT Instruments, Inc. and Buehner Fry, Inc. dba NAVIS). DEBONE: Second. VOTE: UNGER: Yes. DEBONE: Yes. BANEY: Chair votes yes. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Page 1 of 11 Pages secttow s.2 covu.vu,u.vi.~t~ Iwvokvevu.ewt Po~%c~es Goal and Policies (9 38-X81-13-11) Goal 1 Maintain an active and open community involvement program that is accessible to all members of the community and engages the community during development and implementation of land use policies and codes. Policy 1.2.1 This chapter serves as the Community Involvement Program. Policy 1.2.2 The Planning Commission will be the Committee for Community Involvement, with County support a. Maintain funding and staffing. b. Provide regular updates, speakers, panel discussions and handouts on land use law and policy. c. Appoint members through an open and public process to reflect the geographic areas and diverse values of Deschutes County residents. d. Meet with the Board of County Commissioners at least once a year to coordinate planning policies and activities. e. Complete an annual report on community involvement implementation for the State Citizen Involvement Advisory Committee, the Board of County Commissioners and the public. Policy 1.2.3 Encourage community participation in planning through a variety of tools and techniques, including: a. Post all planning applications, decisions, projects and plans on the County website; b. Provide staff reports for comprehensive plan and zoning text amendments to the public as early as pessible in a timely manner; c. Write 'and -Erse-repem ali County planning documents to be accessible and understandable to the general public, with acronyms spelled out and technical language explained; d. Hold area-specific comprehensive plan and zoning text amendment public hearings in locations and at times convenient to area residents, as appropriate; e. Require pre-application meetings for comprehensive plan and zoning text amendments; and for major or potentially contentious projects encourage the applicants to hold an informal community meeting before submitting an application. Policy 1.2.4 Reach out to the community to discuss and respond to land use concerns in a timely manner. Policy 1.2.5 Ensure effective, efficient planning procedures. 12 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER I COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SECTION 1.2 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT ~~a wv4;~wg ~'ol.~c~es Secttovi. 1.3 LO wok W se Goals and Policies (930- I -l 3- 11) Policies in (brackets] are staff recommendations Goal I Maintain an open and public land use process in which decisions are based on the objective evaluation of facts. Policy 1.3.1 Consider private property rights and economic impacts to property owners and the community when creating and revising land use policies and regulations. Policy 1.3.2 Consider sustainability and cumulative impacts when creating and revising land use policies and regulations. Policy 1.3.3 Involve the public when amending County Code. Policy 1.3.4 Maintain public records which support the Comprehensive Plan and other land use decisions. Policy 1.3.5 Review the Comprehensive Plan every five years and update as needed, in order to ensure it responds to current conditions, issues and opportunities, as well as amended State Statute, Oregon Administrative Rules and case law. Policy 1.3.6 Maintain and enhance web-based property-specific information. Policy 1.3.7 The Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan Map will be retained in official replica form as an electronic map layer within the County Geographic Information System. Policy 1.3.8 Implement, as appropriate, recommendations in the Final Report from the Oregon Task Force on Land Use Planning dated January 2009. Goal 2 Promote regional cooperation and partnerships on planning issues. Policy 1.3.9 Regularly review intergovernmental and urban management agreements, and update as needed. Policy 1.3. 10 Participate in and, where appropriate, coordinate regional planning efforts. Policy 1.3.1 1 Support implementation of the Deschutes County Greenprint and incorporate, as appropriate, elements from the Greenprint into this Plan. Policy 1.3.12 (Support implementation of the Bend 2030 Plan and incorporate, as appropriate, elements from the Bend 2030 Plan into this Plan 1 Goal 3 Manage County owned lands efficiently, effectively, flexibly and in a manner that balances the needs of County residents. Policy 1.3.4-2-13 Where feasible, maintain and manage County owned properties as follows: a. Manage designated park lands to preserve the values defined in the park designation; b. Permit public access to County owned lands designated as parks unless posted otherwise; DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV' 1-13-1 I 19 CHAPTER I COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SECTION 1.3 LAND USE c. Encourage properties located along rivers, streams or creeks or containing significant wildlife, scenic or open space values to be designated as park land; d. ]Support projects that identify river front properties or properties with significant Goal 5 resources that could be appropriate for public acquisition.] 20 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN-2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER I COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SECTION 1.3 LAND USE SectLovi, 2.2 X40 rtORLWWR L tR vuots Background Protecting farm lands and the economic benefits of agriculture is one of the primary goals of the Oregon land use system. Statewide Planning Goal 3 establishes farmland identification and protection standards which must be met by local governments. The Goal requires farm lands to be preserved for farm uses, consistent with existing and future needs for agricultural products, forest and open space. Additional criteria for Goal 3 can be found in Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 215 and in Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 660-33. These criteria spell out in considerable detail what lands shall be identified as farm lands and what uses are allowed on those lands. The main concept is that local governments must inventory and protect farm lands though the use of Exclusive Farm Use (EFU) zones that provide primarily for the continuation of commercial-scale agriculture, including farm operations, marketing outlets and the agricultural support system. To provide a science based method of identifying farm lands, Statewide Goal 3 defines agricultural lands primarily through soil classifications. However, other lands can, and often must, be classified for farming based on the criterion `suitable for farm use' or being near agricultural lands. Excerpt from Statewide Planning Goal 3 "Agricultural Land in eastern Oregon is land of predominantly Class 1, 11, /it, IV, V and VI soils as identified in the Soil Capability Classification System of the United States Soil Conservation Service, and other lands which are suitable for farm use taking into consideration soil fertility, suitability for grazing climatic conditions, existing and future availability of water for farm irrigation purposes, existing land-use patterns, technological and energy inputs required, or accepted farming practices. Lands in other classes which are necessary to permit farm practices to be undertaken on adjacent or nearby lands, shall be included as agricultural land in any event More detailed soil data to define agricultural land may be used by local governments if such data permits achievement of this goal. Agricultural land does not include land within acknowledged urban growth boundaries or land within acknowledged exceptions to Goals 3 or 4." Besides Statewide Goal 3, farming is protected in Oregon by "right-to-farm" law (ORS 30.930- 047). This law protects commercial farms from nuisance suits brought about by generallx accepted farming practices, such as noise, dust or odors. County Agricultural Designations Farm land designations in Deschutes County have been and continue to be highly controversial. In designating farm lands in the late 1970s, the County was hampered by the limited availability of soil maps. Where soil maps existed those were consulted, but the County also included irrigated lands and lands receiving farm deferrals for the previous five years. Ultimately, seven 4 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.2 AGRICULTURAL LANDS separate agricultural areas were identified, each with minimum lot sizes. In general, non-urban, non-forest, undeveloped and uncommitted lands were determined to be farm lands. Despite designating many agricultural areas by default, the 1979 Resource Element noted that based on agricultural determinants of soils, water, climate and economics, profitable farming in the County remained difficult. The findings for protecting non-profitable agricultural land noted the aesthetic value of farm land, the costs and hazards of allowing local development and the economic importance of local natural beauty. In 1992 a commercial farm study was completed as part of the State required periodic review process. The study concluded that irrigation is the controlling variable for defining farm lands in Deschutes County. Seven new agricultural subzones were identified, minimum acreages were defined based on the typical number of irrigated acres used by commercial farms in that particular subzone (with the exception of the Horse Ridge subzone). Like the 1979 Resource Element, the 1992 farm study noted the challenges of local commercial farming. The high elevation (2700-3500 feet), short growing season (88-100 days), low rainfall and distance to major markets hamper profitability. The 1992 study resulted in minimum lot sizes that are smaller than the State requirement of 80 acres for farm land and 160 acres for range land. These minimum lot sizes are unique in Oregon and were acknowledged as in compliance with Goal 3 by the Oregon Land Conservation and Development Commission. In general, County farm designations are effectively protecting farm lands while allowing limited land divisions. Deschutes County Agricultural Sub-Zones As noted above, the County maintains a unique set of farm sub-zones based on the average number of irrigated acres for each type of farm land. Irrigated land divisions in each sub-zone must result in parcels that retain the acreages shown in Table 2.2.1. Table 2.2.E - Exclusive Farm Use Subzones Subzone Name Minimum Acres Profile Lower Bridge 130 Irrigated field crops, hay and pasture Sisters/Cloverdale 63 Irrigated alfalfa, hay and pasture, wooded grazing and some field crops Terrebonne 35 Irrigated hay and pasture Tumalo/Redmond/Bend 23 Irrigated pasture and some hay Alfalfa 36 Irrigated hay and pasture La Pine 37 Riparian meadows, grazing and meadow hay Horse Ridge East 320 Rangeland grazing Source: Deschutes County 1992 Farm Study Irrigation Districts As shown in the 1992 farm study, irrigation and irrigation districts are instrumental factors for Deschutes County agriculture. Irrigation districts in Oregon are organized as Special Districts under ORS Chapter 545. The districts are created for the purpose of delivering water to their patrons. As such they are effectively non-profit water user associations. In addition to irrigation, these districts also supply a number of other uses, including municipal, industrial, and DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.2 AGRICULTURAL LANDS and amend their comprehensive plan designations for such lands consistent with definitions of "agricultural land" and "forest land." Anything that does not qualify as farmland or forestland may be rezoned for non-resource use, subject to conditions that development in the non- resource zones be rural in character, not significantly conflict with surrounding farm and forest practices, and not have adverse affects on such things as water quality, wildlife habitat, and fire safety. County rezoning activities must be pursuant to a work plan approved by the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. This effectively means the work will be done similar to periodic review with the Land Conservation and Development Commission expressly given exclusive jurisdiction to review a county decision. Future of Deschutes County Farm Designations and Uses In discussions on the future of agriculture in Deschutes County, there are still differences of opinion over which lands should be designated farm lands and what uses should be allowed on those lands. Farm lands contribute to the County in a number of ways. Agriculture is part of the ongoing local economy. Wide-open farm lands offer a secondary benefit by providing scenic open spaces that help attract tourist dollars. Farm lands also contribute to the rural character that is often mentioned as important to residents. Finally, it should be noted that agricultural lands are preserved through State policy because it is difficult to predict what agricultural opportunities might arise, and once fragmented the opportunity to farm may be lost. On the other hand, there seems to be widespread agreement that much of the local farm land is marginal, particularly without irrigation., . The climate, particularly the short growing season, makes commercial farming challenging. Statewide Planning Goal 3 does not really account for the conditions in Deschutes County and has resulted in agricultural zoning for land with no history of farming and limited potential for profitable farming. The small size of agricultural parcels adds to the challenges. It has been argued that preserving farm lands benefits the wider public at the expense of agricultural land owners. There is considerable pressure to convert agricultural land to residential or other uses. The goals and policies in this Section are intended to provide the basis for evaluating the future of agriculture in the County over the next twenty years. They are intended to provide, within State guidelines, flexibility to the farming community. County farm lands will be preserved by ensuring a variety of alternative paths to profitability. DRAFT DESCHUTEs COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.2 AGRICULTURAL LANDS Seot% ovu 2.2 Ao r% akLtu,ra L (_-a vw(s PoU' 11 es Goals and Policies (9-30 101-13-11) Goal I Preserve and maintain agricultural lands and the agricultural industry. Policy 2.2.1 Retain agricultural lands through Exclusive Farm Use zoning. Policy 2.2.2 Exclusive Farm Use sub-zones shall remain as described in the text of this Plan, unless adequate legal findings for amending the sub-zones are adopted. Policy 2.2.3 Regularly review farm regulations to ensure compliance with changes to State Statute, Oregon Administrative Rules and case law. Policy 2.2.4 Encourage water projects that benefit agriculture. Policy 2.2.5 Support a variety of methods to preserve agricultural lands, such as: a. Support the use of grant funds and other resources to assist local farmers; b. Work cooperatively with irrigation districts, public agencies and representatives and land owners; c. Encourage conservation easements, or purchase or transfer of development rights programs; d. Control noxious weeds; e. Support a food council or `buy local' program. Goal 2 Promote a diverse, sustainable, revenue-generating agricultural sector. Policy 2.2.6 Encourage farming by promoting the raising and selling of crops, livestock and/or poultry. Policy 2.2.7 Support stakeholders in studying and promoting economically viable agricultural opportunities and practices. Policy 2.2.8 Encourage small farming enterprises, such as including, but not limited to, niche markets, organic farming, farm stands or value added products. Policy 2.2.9 Review County Code and revise as needed to permit alternative and supplemental farm activities that are compatible with farming, such as agri- tourism or commercial renewable energy projects. Goal 3 Ensure Exclusive Farm Use policies, classifications and codes are consistent with local agricultural conditions and markets. Policy 2.2. 10 Identify and retain accurately designated agricultural lands. Policy 2.2.1 1 Explore new methods of identifying and classifying agricultural lands. a. Apply for grants to review and, if needed, update farmland designations. b. Study County agricultural designations considering elements such as water availability, farm viability and economics, climatic conditions, land use patterns, accepted farm practices, and impacts on public services. 10 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.2 AGRICULTURAL LANDS Deschutes Basin Ecosystem Deschutes County constitutes 269/o of the Deschutes River Basin, a major watershed in Central Oregon. The Deschutes River is the major waterway draining the Basin and flows north to the Columbia River that culminates in the Pacific Ocean. Five sub-basins feed the main stem. Most of Deschutes County is contained by parts of three: the Upper Deschutes River Sub-basin, the Middle Deschutes River Sub-basin, and the Lower Crooked River Sub-basin. The remainder of the County is located in the Upper Crooked River Sub-basin and in the Goose and Summer Lakes Basin. The Deschutes River is a vital, multi-purpose waterway that touches the lives of thousands of people along its banks and throughout Central Oregon. An important historical, economic, and cultural resource, the Deschutes provides natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and varied recreational opportunities. Most of the upper flow of the Deschutes River is through public land, although portions flow past private holdings. Wild and Scenic Waterways The federal Wild and Scenic Rivers Act created a program designed to protect the character of free-flowing rivers. Enacted in 1968, the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act created several categories of rivers with different levels of protection for each category. Section 7 of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act provides minimal protection for instream flows and prohibits Federal assistance or licensing of water resource development projects within listed sections of river. Additionally, Section 7 prohibits Federal agencies from recommending any activities that will negatively affect the unique characteristics of a listed reach without adequately notifying Congress, the Secretary of Agriculture, and the Secretary of the Interior. Individual states administer management programs for each listed reach within their boundaries, and the federal government has authorization to acquire land along each reach to maintain the character of the river (16 U.S.C. 1271-1287). However, the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act does not authorize Federal regulation of water diversions, nor does it authorize Federal acquisition of instream water rights. Four stretches of rivers in the Upper Deschutes Basin are in the Wild and Scenic River System. Table 2.5.1 - Wild and Scenic Rivers in Deschutes County Waterway Description D - Rl h r Li l sh d line fSee> ie„ 12 T2 6S th i F esc yer u ee tt e en , e no -see , ts seur-ee-te Fem Deschutes River Deschutes River From Wickiup Dam to the Bend Urban Growth Boundary Middle Deschutes River From Odin Falls to the upper end of Lake Billy Chinook Whychus Creek Source to USGS Gage 14075000 Source: National Park Service Oregon Scenic Waterways In 1970, Oregon voters passed the initiative that created the Scenic Waterways Act and initiated the Scenic Waterways program. The State lists waterways in order to protect their unique scenic beauty, recreation, fish, wildlife, or scientific features (OAR 736-040). The 26 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.5 WATER RESOURCES rights may not injure other water rights holders, may not cause the enlargement of a water right, and may not exceed the flows necessary to increase public benefits (OAR 690-077). Establishing New lnstreom Water Rights The majority of instream water rights held by the state of Oregon are junior water rights. These junior rights are not often met during the summer irrigation season. Three state agencies can apply for new instream water rights. The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) or Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) can determine that instream flow rights are not adequate to provide specified public benefits and can apply to OWRD for additional instream flow rights (ORS 537.336). In general, instream water rights cannot exceed the estimated average natural flow of a stream. Establishing Senior instream Water Rights Three techniques in OAR 690 allow individuals or agencies to create senior instream water rights. First, individuals or organizations can lease an existing water right for instream use. Individuals may lease all or part of their water right for instream use during all or part of the year (OAR 690-077). In the Deschutes Basin, the majority of leased water comes from irrigation districts and their customers. Water rights created through instream leases have the same priority date as the original water right. Leasing water instream provides a flexible, low- cost technique for improving instream flows, but it does not permanently protect water instream. Second, individuals may permanently transfer existing water rights instream (OAR 690-077). Permanent water transfers allow individuals to transfer water off of their land while improving instream flows in the basin. They are often associated with a change in the character of the land from agriculture to other uses. As with temporary transfers, instream water rights created through permanent transfers have the same priority date as the originating water right that was transferred instream. Oregon's Conserved Water program provides a third technique for creating senior instream water rights (OAR 690-018). This program is relatively unique within western water law. Oregon adopted its Conserved Water rules in 1987 to encourage water conservation and to promote local cooperation in instream flow improvement. To be eligible for the Conserved Water program, a water rights holder needs to satisfy the use listed on their permit with less water than they have the right and ability to divert. Water rights holders who implement water conservation projects can lease, sell, or transfer a portion of their conserved water. At least 25% of the conserved water goes to the state, which transfers the water instream_"~~-seam needs are net alFeady met. The water rights holder receives a proportion of the remaining conserved water that depends on project funding. The proportion depends upon on what percentage of the Conserved Water project is funded through public sources and on any special agreements that financing partners have made with the water rights holder. Unless otherwise agreed upon, the water rights holder usually receives between 25% and 75% of the total conserved water. Instream water rights created through the conserved water program usually have the same priority date as the originating water right. The three techniques, leasing, transfers and conserved water can be used to place existing junior or senior water rights instream. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 31 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.5 WATER RESOURCES systems. The Upper Deschutes and Little Deschutes Sub-basins have abundant, natural sources of phosphorus from volcanic soils and rocks so the rivers are naturally nitrogen limited. In Nftitrogen-limited rivers are sensitive to low concentrations of available nitrogen until some other component becomes limiting. and that may lead to, quantities of Filtregen are known to cause ecological impacts. In 2008 the County used the research on nitrates to adopt a `local rule' that required South County residents to convert their septic systems over a period of 14 years to alternative sewage system technology designed to reduce nitrates. New septic systems were also required to use alternative technologies. The County created a process to assist residents in funding the conversions. Many South County residents expressed concern over the costs involved with converting their septic systems and disputed the science behind the rule. Placed on the ballet by petition, the local rule was rescinded by voters in March 2009. As of 2010 the Department of Environmental Quality is leading the effort to address nitrates in South County, with the full cooperation of the County. One solution being considered is creating a sewer system or extending the Sunriver sewer system to serve some of the nearby areas. Sewer systems are tightly restricted on rural lands by Statewide Planning Goal I I and Oregon Administrative Rule 660-11, so the Land Conservation and Development Department is also involved in these efforts. Surface Water Quality The federal Clean Water Act requires identifying rivers that do not meet water quality standards for several parameters. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality periodically evaluates water bodies in Oregon based on federally-approved water quality standards. A list of water quality impaired water bodies is produced from this analysis and referred to by the section of the CWA, as 303(d) listings. The list is the basis for developing state standards for each pollutant entering a water body. These Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL) are used with Water Quality Management Plans to outline how agencies and individuals will meet water quality standards for those listed water bodies. The TMDL Water Quality Management Plans identify Designated Management Agencies (DMA) that are required to develop and implement them. A DMA can be a federal, state or local governmental agency that has legal authority to address the contributing pollutants. A TMDL implementation plan must indicate how the DMA will reduce pollution in order to address load allocations. Compliance with Land Use Requirements It is helpful to coordinate TMDL implementation with local land use plans, such as this Comprehensive Plan. That will ensure maximum coordination in addressing water quality issues. To provide evidence that a TMDL implementation plan is in compliance with local land use requirements, in most cases the plan should: ■ Identify applicable acknowledged local comprehensive plan provisions and land use regulations, and Explain how the implementation plan is consistent with local planning requirements or what steps will be taken to make the local planning requirements consistent with it. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1- 13-11 37 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION IS WATER RESOURCES sect%ovt, 2.5 Water R,esou.rce T>OLLc~'es Goals and Policies (99-181-13-1 1) Water Coordination, Availability and Conservation Goal I Develop regional, comprehensive water management policies that balance the diverse needs of water users and recognize Oregon water law. Policy 2.5.1 Participate in Statewide and regional water planning including: a. Work cooperatively with stakeholders, such as the Oregon Water Resources Department and the Deschutes Water Alliance; b. Support the creation and continual updating of a regional water management plan. Policy 2.5.2 Support grants for water system infrastructure improvements, upgrades or expansions. Goal 2 Increase water conservation efforts. Policy 2.5.3 Promote efficient water use through targeted conservation, educational and, as needed, regulatory programs. a. Review County Code and revise as needed to ensure new development incorporates recognized efficient water use practices for all water uses. b. Encourage the reuse of grey water for landscaping. Policy 2.5.4 Promote a coordinated regional water conservation effort that includes increasing public awareness of water conservation tools and practices. Poiicy'2.5.5 Review County practices and adopt water conservation measures for all County facilities, such as xeroscaping, wastewater reuse or efficient irrigation systems. Policy 2.5.6 Support conservation efforts by irrigation districts, including programs to provide €maneial-incentives for water conservation. River and Riparian Ecosystems and Wetlands Goal 3 Maintain and enhance a healthy ecosystem in the Deschutes River Basin. Policy 2.5.7 Work with stakeholders to restore, maintain and/or enhance healthy river and riparian ecosystems and wetlands, including the following: a. Encourage efforts to address fluctuating water levels in the Deschutes River system; b. Cooperate to improve surface waters, especially those designated water quality impaired under the federal Clean Water Act; c. Support research on methods to restore, maintain and enhance river and riparian ecosystems and wetlands; d. Support restoration efforts for river and riparian ecosystems and wetlands; e. Inventory and protect cold water springs from development impacts; 40 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.5 WATER RESOURCES f. Evaluate waterways for possible designation under the Scenic Waterways program; g. In collaboration with stakeholders, map channel migration zones and identify effective protections; h. Develop comprehensive riparian management or mitigation practices that enhance ecosystems, such as vegetation removal criteria. Policy 2.5.8 Support studies on the Deschutes River ecosystem and incorporate watershed studies that provide new scientific information on the Deschutes River ecosystem, such as the 2010 Local Wetland Inventory. Policy 2.5.9 Support educational efforts and identify areas where the County could provide information on the Deschutes River ecosystem, including rivers, riparian areas, floodplains and wetlands. a. Explore methods of ensuring property owners know and understand regulations for rivers, riparian areas, floodplains and wetlands. Policy 2.5.10 Support the priority strategies from the Deschutes River Mitigation and Enhancement Committee's 2008 Upper Deschutes River Restoration Strategy. Goal 4 Maintain and enhance fish populations and riparian habitat. Policy 2.5.1 1 Coordinate with stakeholders to protect and enhance fish and wildlife habitat in river and riparian habitats and wetlands. Policy 2.5.12 Promote healthy fish populations through incentives and education. Policy 2.5.13 Support healthy native fish populations through coordination with stakeholders who provide fish habitat management and restoration. a. Review, and apply where appropriate, strategies for protecting fish and fish habitat. b. Promote salmon recovery through voluntary incentives and encouraging appropriate species management and habitat restoration. Policy 2.5.14 Review Habitat Conservation Plans for en d species listed under the Endangered Species Act, to identify appropriate new policies or codes. a. Spawning areas for trout should be considered significant habitat and should be protected in rivers and streams. b. Cooperate with irrigation districts in preserving spawning areas for trout, where feasible. Policy 2.5. 15 Use a combination of incentives and/or regulations to mitigate development impacts on river and riparian ecosystems and wetlands. Groundwater and Surface Water Quality Goal 5 Protect and improve water quality in the Deschutes River Basin. Policy 2.5.16 Support plans, cooperative agreements, education, water quality monitoring and other tools that protect watersheds, reduce erosion and inappropriate runoff, protect the natural water systems/processes that filter and/or clean water and preserve water quality. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 41 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.5 WATER RESOURCES Policy 2.5.17 Coordinate with the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and other stakeholders on regional water quality maintenance and improvement efforts such as identifying and abating point and non-point pollution or developing and implementing Total Maximum Daily Load and Water Quality Management Plans. Policy 2.5.18 Coordinate with stakeholders to address water-related public health issues. a. Support amendments to State regulations to permit centralized sewer systems in areas with high levels of existing or potential development and identified water quality concerns. b. If a public health hazard is declared in rural Deschutes County, expedite actions such as legislative amendments allowing sewers or similar infrastructure. Policy 2.5.19 Work with the community to expand the range of tools available to protect groundwater quality by reviewing new technologies, including tools to improve the quality and reduce the quantity of rural and agricultural stormwater runoff. Policy 2.5.20 Explore adopting new ordinances, such as a wellhead protection ordinance for public water systems, in accordance with applicable Federal and/or State requirements. Land Use and Water Policy Goal 6 Coordinate land use and water policies. Policy 2.5.21 Coordinate with other affected agencies when a land use or development application may impact river or riparian ecosystems or wetlands. Policy 2.5.22 Encourage land use patterns and practices that preserve the integrity of the natural hydrologic system and recognize the relationship between ground and surface water. Policy 2.5.23 Ensure water impacts are reviewed and, if necessary, addressed for significant land uses or developments. Policy 2.5.24 Evaluate methods of modeling the cumulative impacts of new land uses or developments on water quality and quantity. Policy 2.5.25 Explore an intergovernmental agreement with the irrigation districts for ensuring irrigated land partitions and lot line adjustments are not approved without review of the affected district and the Water Resources Department. Policy 2.5.26 Explore incorporating appropriate stormwater management practices into Deschutes County Code. Policy 2.5.27 Support wastewater facilities and improvements where warranted. Policy 2.5.28 Support regulations, education programs and cleaning procedures at public and private boat landings. Policy 2.5.29 Consider adopting regulations for dock construction based on recommendations of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Deschutes River Mitigation and Enhancement Program. 42 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.5 WATER RESOURCES 5ect%ow 2.6 Wil.dl,ife Pou*c%es Goals and Policies (5 30 10 1-13-11) Goal 1 Maintain and enhance a diversity of wildlife and habitats. Policy 2.6.1 Promote stewardship of wildlife habitats and corridors, particularly those with significant biological, ecological, aesthetic and recreational value. Policy 2.6.2 Initiate a public process to update Goal 5 wildlife inventories based on data from the 2009 Interagency Report. Policy 2.6.3 Initiate a public process to review and revise County Code to incorporate appropriate wildlife habitat recommendations from the 2009 Interagency Report or other expert sources. Policy 2.6.4 Support incentives for restoring and/or preserving significant wildlife habitat by traditional or innovative means, including land swaps, conservation easements, transfer of development rights and purchase by public or non-profit agencies. Policy 2.6.5 Assist in providing information and education on wildlife and habitat protection. Policy 2.6.6 Review the Oregon Conservation Strategy when amending the Wildlife section of this Plan. Policy 2.6.7 Use a combination of incentives and regulations to promote stewardship of wildlife habitat and address the impacts of development. Policy 2.6.8 Balance protection of wildlife with wildland fire mitigation on private lands in the designated Wildland Urban Interface. Goal 2 Promote the economic and recreational benefits of wildlife and habitat. Policy 2.6.89 Encourage wildlife related tourism. Policy 2.6.1910 Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure access to significant wildlife and riparian habitat through public or non-profit ownership. Goal 3 Support retaining populations of Federal and State protected endangered species. f Policy 2.6.4-011 Develop local approaches for protecting Federally Threatened or Endangered Species. 52 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.6 WILDLIFE sectiow 2.7 Opev+, spaces, 'SrxK'GG v%ews R VIA states I>OU'Oies Goal and Policies (9 30 101-13-11) Goal I Coordinate with property owners to ensure protection of significant open spaces and scenic views and sites. Policy 2.7.1 Cooperate with stakeholders to establish a comprehensive system of connected open spaces. Policy 2.7.2 Support efforts to identify and protect significant open spaces and visually important areas including those that provide a visual separation between communities such as the open spaces between Bend and Redmond or lands that are visually prominent. Policy 2.7.3 Encourage a variety of approaches that protect significant open spaces and scenic views and sites. Policy 2.7.4 Encourage new development to be sensitive to scenic views and sites. Policy 2.7.5 Review County Code and revise as needed to protect open space and scenic views and sites, including: a. Provide incentives to locate structures in forests or view corridors so as to maintain the visual character of the area; b. Work with private property owners to provide incentives and mitigations for protecting visually important areas from development impacts; c. Maintain and revise if needed, the Landscape Management Combining Zone code to effectively protect scenic views while minimizing impacts on property owners; d. Review County Code, including sign and cell tower code and proposed wind turbine code,;, -to effectively protect scenic views while minimizing impacts on property and business owners; e. Review County Code for ways to mitigate for developments that significantly impact scenic views. 56 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.7 OPEN SPACES, SCENIC VIEWS AND SITES regulated by the Oregon Energy Facility Siting Council. The thresholds for Siting Council jurisdiction are determined by the Legislature and are defined in Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 469.300. The Siting Council does not regulate hydroelectric development. Instead, the Oregon Water Resources Commission has the authority to issue licenses for hydroelectric development. Counties may face planning decisions for the following types of energy projects: ■ Thermal power or combustion turbine electric generation projects having a nominal electric generating capacity of less than 25 megawatts. ■ Wind or solar electric generating projects having a peak generating capacity of less than 105 megawatts. ■ Geothermal electric generating projects with a peak generating capacity of less than 38.8 megawatts. ■ Electric transmission and distribution lines carrying less than 230 kilovolts and less than 10 miles in length. ■ Biofuel production facilities, if the fuel produced is capable of being burned to produce the equivalent of less than six billion Btu of heat a day or if the facility is otherwise exempt from Siting Council jurisdiction under ORS 469.320(2). Although the County is considered rich in alternative energy sources, a study of potential sites would provide more specific information on where these sources exist. The map would also allow a comparison between the energy sites and other protected resources. Home and Business Alternative Energy Generation The following are known viable sources of alternative energy production for individual homes and businesses in Deschutes County. Impacts to be managed from these uses are increasingly understood and are limited by the size of the projects. In 2010 the County is in the process of creating code to permit small wind turbines for home or business use. Wind Small electric wind turbines for residential or small commercial use convert the energy of the wind to electricity. A small wind turbine man produces from 500 watts to 100 kilowatts of electricity, typically producing up to 10 kilowatts. Small turbines-arid ranges in height from 60-100 feet in height. Unobstructed access to a consistent wind resource is necessary for safe, efficient operation of wind turbines. Oregon law allows landowners to secure a "wind energy easement" to ensure the undisturbed flow of wind across a site (ORS 105.900 - .915). The electricity generated can be stored in batteries for times of limited wind. If there is a connection to a traditional power grid and excess electricity is produced, it is sometimes possible to sell the excess to the local utility. The primary impacts from small wind generation that need to be considered include: height of the structure, lot size, setbacks, noise, aesthetics, abandonment and wildlife impacts. Solar Generally, small solar electric generating systems use photovoltaic cells on the roof of a building to produce electricity from the radiant energy of the sun. The impacts from individual solar projects are regulated through building regulations, rather than land use regulations. The 58 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.8 ENERGY RESOURCES main issue with home or business use of solar energy is that as of 2010 it is not competitively priced and requires subsides. This is anticipated to change as the technology improves. Biomass Biomass is solar energy stored in organic material from living plants. The most common and most widely used source of biomass is firewood used to heat homes and to a lesser extent small businesses. Additionally, biomass materials are being produced from waste products, such as crop residue or forest thinning. The primary impact from home or business use of biomass is air pollution. Although considered carbon neutral since the carbon release through burning was carbon that was absorbed during the growth of the material and would be released as the material decays, the particles caused by the burning may impact air quality. Regulations limiting the burning of firewood are often enacted in urban areas, but are not as useful in rural communities. Commercial Energy Generation The State oversees construction and approval of large commercial energy facilities, as noted above. However there is a role for local governments to oversee smaller commercial projects. Commercial energy generation is considerably more complex than permitting small projects for homes and businesses. From a land use perspective, the scale, extended time frame, investment required and numerous required components all complicate the approval process. For example, to move the electricity generated at an alternative energy facility to market there is often a need for approval of roads, transmission lines or substations. The accessory facilities may or may not be at the same site as the main facility, but are an integral part of the project and are currently reviewed separately, based on State regulations. Although the commercial alternative energy systems listed below have some similarities, there are often different requirements, advantages and impacts to be considered. The primary impact they all share is that they are large industrial structures that will impact the land through the construction process, causing noise, dust, erosion, the spread of noxious weeds and similar damages. These impacts can generally be controlled through proper management of the site. Other types of impacts to be noted are listed below. Wind Energy Generation There is a growing interest in commercial wind farms. As of 2010, a wind farm is undergoing approval in Crook County, with some accessory uses to the wind farm being approved in Deschutes County. Wildlife impacts: Construction of wind energy projects may have both temporary and permanent impacts on wildlife habitat. Bird or bat fatalities from collision with turbine towers or blades have been reported. Requiring an applicant to conduct appropriate pre-construction wildlife surveys as well as post-construction monitoring can address wildlife concerns. Visual impacts: The need for high towers and exposure to open terrain is inherent in the function of wind turbines, and therefore some visual impact is unavoidable. Careful placement with a thought to nearby roads and homes can aid in limiting the visual impacts. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 13-11 59 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.8 ENERGY RESOURCES Secttow 2.2 'Ewey H Po~ia~es Goals and Policies (9-38-1-91-13-1 1) Goal 1 Promote energy conservation. Policy 2.8.1 Incorporate energy conservation into the building and management of all County operations and capital projects using regular energy audits to refine the results. Policy 2.8.2 Reduce energy demand by supporting energy efficiency in all sectors of the economy. Policy 2.8.3 Encourage energy suppliers to explore innovative alternative energy conservation technologies and provide energy audits and incentives. Policy 2.8.4 Support stakeholders that promote energy conservation. Policy 2.8.5 Review County Code and revise as needed to ensure effective energy conservation regulations, +tled+eg-such as revising County Code on solar energy to create flexibility and permit exceptions for small properties and sites with specific anomalies. Goal 2 Promote affordable, efficient, reliable and environmentally sound energy systems for individual homes and businesses consumers. Policy 2.8.6 Review County Code and revise as needed to permit alternative energy systems for homes and businesses and mitigate impacts on neighboring properties and the natural environment. Policy 2.8.7 Support incentives for homes and businesses to install alternative energy systems. Goal 3 Promote affordable, efficient, reliable and environmentally sound commercial energy facilities. Policy 2.8.8 Review County Code and revise as needed to develop an efficient permitting process and effective siting standards for commercial renewable energy projects that address all project components as well as environmental and social impacts. Policy 2.8.9 Support commercial renewable energy projects, including the following: a. Review the concept of Rural Renewable Energy Development Zones; b. Support studies that identify and inventory potential significant commercial energy resource sites; c. Examine alternatives to protect identified significant commercial energy resource sites; d. Support the use and marketing of methane gas from County Landfills. Policy 2.8.10 Encourage commercial renewable energy providers to supply local power. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-11 63 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.8 ENERGY RESOURCES Clean Water Water quality issues cannot be separated from the issues of water availability and the health of rivers and streams. Concerns over water quantity and quality were noted frequently in public meetings as a key issue for the County going forward. Water issues are addressed in this Plan in Section 2.5 Water Resources and Section 3.10 under South Deschutes County's Regional Problem Solving for south Deschutes County. Clean Land Land provides essential food, shelter, raw materials and plant and animal habitat. Maintaining healthy and productive land is key to every section of this Plan. Yet, land quality is generally discussed in relationship to specific developed sites with possible pollution, such as gas stations, land fills or dry cleaners. DEQ maintains a list of potentially polluted sites in Deschutes County and works with property owners to enforce state and federal regulations. Any development has an impact on the land and many of those impacts can be controlled though understanding, education and if needed, regulation. The issues below are those that have been raised and have not been addressed in other sections of this Plan. Noxious Weeds Noxious weeds are a big issue in Deschutes County. These non-native and sometimes poisonous species overrun native vegetation, shelter undesirable insects, steal scarce water and infest crops. They can and do grow anywhere, but thrive on disturbed surfaces. Roadsides, former farmlands, inactive surface mines and non-landscaped areas around construction sites are all prime habitat. Weeds on any one property have a major affect on the maintenance of other properties. The County has a Weed District as defined by Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 570.500-600, with a Board that oversees education and active weed eradication. Enforcement procedures have been initiated that include citations and fines. A review of opportunities to regulate weeds through the Zoning Code should be explored. These regulations should require not just eradication but also restoration, to prevent further infestations. Sustainable Green Building Both during construction and over time, buildings impact the environment. Green building focuses on design, construction and operation of buildings that efficiently use energy, water and materials, while promoting a clean environment. Environmentally friendly development can be extended to include utility facilities/lines and roads. There are industry accepted standards that have been developed for creating low impact and efficient buildings, such as those of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Additionally innovative, environmentally-friendly building techniques, like straw bale construction are regularly being proposed. The County can review the State building code to promote flexibility and safety in reviewing design innovations. Another step is to continue to promote green building by providing information to the public. Noise and Light Pollution Noise is often defined as unwanted sound. It can vary in frequency, duration and intensity. In Deschutes County noise is regulated in the Health and Safety section of County Code. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 65 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.9 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY 'SectLoVL 2.9 E-VUVL' rov vv-ewtR L QjAR , tH POL/ 0~es Goals and Policies (9-30-I-0 1-13-1 1) Goal I Maintain and improve the quality of the air, water and land. Policy 2.9.1 Support environmental stewardship in County operations and capital projects, including where feasible, using resource-efficient building techniques, materials and technologies in County building projects. Policy 2.9.2 Maintain County noise and outdoor lighting codes and revise as needed. Policy 2.9.3 Where research identifies environmentally sensitive areas, work with stakeholders to protect those areas or minimize adverse land use or development impacts. Policy 2.9.4 Be a leader in the control of noxious weeds and invasive species through education and regulations. a. Support education for the community and for County departments on how to recognize and report on noxious weeds. Goal 2 Promote sustainable building practices that minimize the impacts on the natural environment. Policy 2.9.5 Review County Code and revise as needed to promote the use of resource- efficient building and landscaping techniques, materials and technologies for new construction and renovation projects. Goal 3 Encourage and increase recycling. Policy 2.9.6 Encourage and support reuse through education and recycling through the Recycling Program. a. Provide convenient recycling at all County events and in all County facilities. b. Provide convenient opportunities to recycle materials and compost green waste in locations at transfer stations and through home pick up. c. Provide convenient opportunities for disposal of hazardous waste and e- waste. d. Aim for 80% recycling of construction waste in all County building projects. e. Promote 20% recycling of construction waste in all projects requiring a building permit. f. Support businesses and industries that utilize recyclable materials. 68 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN-2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 2 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2.9 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY SeGtL'Ow 3.4 Rr.craL EcowDwc.~ POU'u11 es ~ ~www~w Goal and Policies (9 30-10 t -13-11) Goal I Maintain a stable and sustainable rural economy, compatible with rural lifestyles and a healthy environment. Policy 3.4.1 Promote rural economic initiatives, including home-based businesses, that maintain the integrity of the rural character and natural environment a. Review land use regulations to identify legal and appropriate rural economic development opportunities. Policy 3.4.2 Work with stakeholders to promote new recreational and tourist initiatives that maintain the integrity of the natural environment. Policy 3.4.3 Support a regional approach to economic development in concert with Economic Development for Central Oregon or similar organizations. Policy 3.4.4 Support regional educational facilities and workforce training programs. Policy 3.4.5 Support renewable energy generation as an important economic development initiative. Polity 3.4.6 Support and participate in master planning for airports in Deschutes County. Lands Designated and Zoned Rural Commercial - these policies have been retained intact with the exception of adding 3.4.6-7 Policy 3.4.67 Update the policies for lands designated Rural Commercial as needed. Policy 3.4.78 Rural Commercial designated lands located outside of urban growth boundaries shall allow uses less intense than those allowed in unincorporated communities as defined by Oregon Administrative Rule 660-22 or its successor. Policy 3.4.99 Rural Commercial zoning shall be applied to Deschutes junction, Deschutes River Woods Store, Pine Forest, Rosland and Spring River. Policy 3.4.1910 In Spring River there shall be a Limited Use Combining Zone. Policy 3.4.41 I -County Comprehensive Plan policies and land use regulations shall ensure that new uses authorized on Rural Commercial designated lands do not adversely affect agricultural and forest uses in the surrounding areas. Policy 3.4.4412 New commercial uses shall be limited in size to 2,500 square feet or if for an agricultural or forest-related use, 3,500 square feet Policy 3.4.-1.213 A lawful use existing on or before November 5, 2002 that is not otherwise allowed in a Rural Commercial zone, may continue to exist subject to the county's nonconforming use regulations. Policy 3.4.+314 An existing lawful use may expand up to 25 percent of the total floor area existing on November 5, 2002. Policy 3.4.4415 The Rural Commercial zoning regulations shall allow a mixed use of residential or rural commercial uses. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 13 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.4 RURAL ECONOMY Policy 3.4.-1-516 Residential and commercial uses shall be served by DEQ approved on- site sewage disposal systems. Policy 3.4.-1-617 Residential and commercial uses shall be served by on-site wells or public water systems. Policy 3.4.718 Community sewer systems, motels, hotels and industrial uses shall not be allowed. Policy 3.4.+819 Recreational vehicle or trailer parks and other uses catering to travelers shall be permitted. Lands Designated and Zoned Rural Industrial - these policies have been retained intact with the exception of adding 3.4.19 Policy 3.4.+920 Update the policies for lands designated Rural Industrial as needed. Policy 3.4.2021 To assure that urban uses are not permitted on rural industrial lands, land use regulations in the Rural Industrial zones shall ensure that the uses allowed are less intensive than those allowed for unincorporated communities in OAR 660-22 or any successor. Policy 3.4.222 Limited Use Combining zones shall be applied to the Redmond Military (Tax lot 1513000000116), Deschutes junction (Tax lot 1612260000301) and Wickiup junction (Tax lot 21 1030000104) to ensure permitted uses are compatible with surrounding farm and forest lands. I Policy 3.4.2223 To ensure that the uses in Rural Industrial zone on tax lot 16-12-26C- 301, as described in Exhibit "C" and depicted on Exhibit "D" attached to Ordinance 2009-007 and incorporated by reference herein, are limited in nature and scope, the Rural Industrial zoning on that site shall be subject to a Limited Use Combining Zone which will limit the uses to storage, crushing, processing, sale and distribution of pumice. Policy 3.4.2424 Land use regulations shall ensure that new uses authorized within the Rural Industrial sites do not adversely affect agricultural and forest uses in the surrounding area. Policy 3.41425 New industrial uses shall be limited in size to a maximum floor area of 7,500 square feet per use within a building, except for the primary processing of raw materials produced in rural areas, for which there is no floor area per use limitation. Policy 3.4.2§26 A lawfully established use that existed on or before February 2, 2003 not otherwise allowed in a Rural Industrial zone may continue to exist subject to the county's non-conforming use regulations. Policy 3.4.2627 A lawfully established use that existed on or before February 2, 2003 may be expanded to occupy a maximum of 10,000 square feet of floor area or an additional 25 percent of t he floor area currently occupied by the existing use, whichever is greater. 14 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.4 RURAL ECONOMY Policy 3.4.28 Residential and industrial uses shall be served by DEQ approved on-site sewage disposal systems. Policy 3.4.2829 Residential and industrial uses shall be served by on-site wells or public water systems. Policy 3.4.2420 Community sewer systems shall not be allowed in Rural Industrial zones. I DRAFr DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 Is CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.4 RURAL ECONOMY Lands that meet the definition of "suburban" or "urban"; in some cases, "rural" lands may be included within a forestland-urban interface area for the purpose of maintaining meaningful, contiguous boundaries. Lots that are developed, that are 10 acres in size or smaller, and which are grouped with other lots with similar characteristics in a minimum density of four structures per 40 acres. Once forestland-urban interface areas are identified, a committee applies fire-risk classifications. The classifications range from "low" to "extreme," and are used by a property owner to determine the size of a fuel break that needs to be established around a structure. Oregon Department of Forestry supplies information about the acts' fuel-reduction standards and mails each property owner a certification card, which may be signed and returned to that agency after the fuel-reduction standards have been met. Deschutes County is one of two counties in Oregon that has fully implemented the Act. Senate Bill 360 requirements have been applied county-wide. Residents can maintain their defensible space through incentive programs such as the spring and fall Fire Free Clean Up days. Local fire departments and the Fire Prevention Co-op provide education. Monitoring is conducted by visits to the area and ongoing educational campaigns for homeowners. Firewise Communities The national Firewise Communities program is a multi-agency effort designed to involve homeowners, community leaders, planners, developers, and others in the effort to protect people, property, and natural resources from the risk of wildland fire - before a fire starts. The Firewise Communities approach emphasizes community responsibility for planning in the design of a safe community as well as effective emergency response, and individual responsibility for safer home construction and design, landscaping, and maintenance. The Central Oregon District has weight Firewise Communities USA neighborhoods nationally recognized in the state of Oregon: Fall River in 2004, Caldera Springs and Wildriver in 2007, and , also in 200 Cascade Meadows Aspen Lakes Awbrey Glen and River Meadow in 2009 and Crosswater in 2010. Working closely with communities is key in achieving defensible space. Project Wildfire Project Wildfire is the result of a Deschutes County collaborative effort to create long-term wildfire mitigation strategies and provide for a disaster-resistant community. Created through Deschutes County Code 8.24.0 10 and governed by a Steering Committee appointed by the Board of County Commissioners, Project Wildfire coordinates and implements strategies to mitigate the effects of losses due to natural disasters. This group reaches out to the community with FireFree, a fire education program. They also facilitate Community Wildfire Protection Plans. Finally Project Wildfire coordinates the implementation of fuel reduction programs and renewable uses for the materials that are removed. Project Wildfire Duties • To reduce potential loss of life and property through natural and human disasters by enhancing public awareness, expanding community partnerships and prioritizing potential hazard mitigation projects, using stakeholder and citizen input. ■ Advise the Board of County Commissioners, Project Wildfire. staff and the Deschutes County Office of Emergency Management and other agencies and programs on adoption DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 19 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.5 NATURAL HAZARDS and implementation of wildfire mitigation and other natural hazard projects, including but not limited to Hazard Mitigation programs approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Project Wildfire Advisory Responsibilities ■ To make suggestions to stakeholders concerning disaster response plans, needed changes in state or local laws and provide assistance to implement such suggestions. • To make recommendations on disaster planning as appropriate or as requested by the Board of County Commissioners or other stakeholders. Partnerships Project Wildfire builds partnerships, sharing resources and eliminating redundancies that allow the community to succeed where other solo organizations or individuals cannot. Table 3.5.2 - Project Wildfire Partner Organizations ■ Deschutes County ■ Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal ■ Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District No. 2 ■ Deschutes National Forest - USFS Redmond Fire and Rescue ■ Oregon Department of Forestry ■ Jefferson County Fire District ■ Bureau of Land Management ■ La Pine Rural Fire Protection District ■ Central Oregon Fire Prevention Cooperative ■ Sunriver Fire Department ■ Keep Oregon Green ■ Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District ■ Bend Chamber of Commerce ■ Southeast Bend Neighborhood Association ■ Bend Radio Group ■ Deschutes River Woods HOA ■ Combined Communications Awbrey Butte Neighborhood Association ■ Horizon Broadcasting City of Bend Fire Department ■ EveryIdea Ponderosa Pines HOA ■ Redmond Chamber of Commerce ■ Sunriver ■ Awbrey Glen HOA Tillicum Village HOA ■ Woodside Ranch HOA 2 005-200-7-2 0 1 0 Accomplishments Project Wildfire has had many accomplishments, such as those listed below. • Successfully competed for approximately $8.3 million from a variety of grant funds Successfully treated over 2,000 acres of private and county owned lands utilizing National Fire Plan Fuels Treatment grants • Treated 63,805 acres of private lands for wildland fuels treatment ■ Implemented a Low Income Fuels Treatment Assistance program ■ Collected , Q7238.562 cubic yards of FireFree woody debris si;ee-1998 ■ Developed a partnership with a biomass company (T2) to grind woody debris from FireFree defensible space efforts and the fuels treatment contracts that the county administers, to produce clean electricity ■ Conducted outreach and education seminars ■ As liaison with federal and state partners, treated an average of 18,000 acres annually of within the WUI as identified by the CWPPs ■ In partnership with Oregon Department of Forestry implemented the Oregon Forestland- Urban Interface Fire Protection Act of 1997 20 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.5 NATURAL HAZARDS Seruovi. s.s Nottu.ra[ ffazards {>ol.'rL*eS Goal and Policies (9-30-1 I -l 3- 11) Goal I Protect people, property, infrastructure, the economy and the environment from natural hazards. Policy 3.5.1 Adopt by reference the 2014most recent Deschutes County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan into this Plan. a. Review and evaluate this Section of the Comprehensive Plan every five years. Policy 3.5.2 Cooperate and coordinate with stakeholders, ineluding the Red GFe to: a. Analyze and address natural hazards; b. Raise public awareness of natural hazards; c. Support research or studies on natural hazard issues and solutions. Policy 3.5.3 Coordinate with emergency service providers when new development is proposed. Policy 3.5.4 Provide incentives and if needed regulations, to manage development in areas prone to natural hazards. Policy 3.5.5 Development should be designed to minimize alteration of the natural land form in areas subject to slope instability, drainage issues or erosion. Policy 3.5.6 Critical facilities (schools, churches, hospitals and other facilities as defined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency) should be located outside high risk natural hazard areas, where possible. Policy 3.5.7 Address wildfire danger particularly in the wildland urban interface. a. Survey and map wildfire hazard at risk areas using the Wildfire Hazard Identification and Mitigation System. b. Survey and map all areas not protected by structural fire protection agencies. Policy 3.5.8 Support forest management practices that reduce severe wildfire hazard areas, as identified by the Wildfire Hazard Identification and Mitigation System, to a low or moderate rating, particularly in areas with development. Policy 3.5.9 Support local fire protection districts and departments in providing and improving fire protection services. Policy 3.5.10 Regulate development in designated floodplains identified on the Deschutes County Zoning Map based on Federal Emergency Management Act regulations. a. Participate in and implement the Community Rating System as part of the National Flood Insurance Program. b. Cooperate with other stakeholders to identify alternatives for acquiring and/or relocating existing structures prone to flooding. 24 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.5 NATURAL HAZARDS Policy 3.5.1 1 Review and revise County Code as needed to: a. Ensure that land use activities do not aggravate, accelerate or increase the level of risk from natural hazards. b. Address wildfire concerns to and from development, through consideration of site location, building construction and design, landscaping, defensible space, fuel management, access and water availability. c. Require development proposals to include an impact evaluation that reviews the ability of the affected fire agency to maintain an appropriate level of service to existing development and the proposed development d. Minimize erosion from development and ensure disturbed or exposed areas are promptly restored to a stable, natural and/or vegetated condition using natural materials or native plants. e. Ensure drainage from development or alterations to historic drainage patterns do not increase erosion on-site or on adjacent properties. f. Make the Floodplain Zone a combining zone and explore ways to minimize and mitigate floodplain impacts. g. Encourage new subdivisions and destination resorts to achieve FireWise Standards. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 25 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.5 NATURAL HAZARDS sect%ow 3.ro T>(AlLc FGIOL ales 61VO seyv2les ~o~icies Goal and Policies (9 30-I-A I -13-11) Policies in [brackets., are staff recommendations Goal I Support the orderly, efficient and cost-effective siting and previisietm-of rural public facilities and services. Policy 3.6.1 Encourage the formation of special service districts to serve rural needs rather than have the County serve those needs. Policy 3.6.2 Encourage early planning and acquisition of sites needed for public facilities, such as roads, water and wastewater facilities. Policy 3.6.3 Support community health clinics. here there i a aemeR«r-^+^a " ^a Policy 3.6.4 Where possible, maintain County offices in locations convenient to all areas of the county. Policy 3.6.5 Support the County Fairgrounds as a community gathering place, event facility and home to the annual County Fair. readiness location. Policy 3.6.6 Maintain the County Fairgrounds as an emergency buildi Policy 3.6.7 Before disposing of County-owned property review whether the land is appropriate for needed public projects such as schools, health clinics, fire stations or senior centers. Policy 3.6.8 Coordinate with rural service districts and providers to ensure new development is reviewed with consideration of service districts and providers needs and capabilities. Policy 3.6.9 New development shall address impacts on existing facilities and plans through the land use entitlement process. Policy 3.6. 10 Support education districts, library districts and recreation districts in meeting community needs, such as meeting spaces. Policy 3.6.1 1 Where possible, locate utility lines and facilities on or adjacent to existing public or private right-of-ways and to avoid dividing farm or forest lands. Policy 3.6.12 Review public facilities and services to minimize impacts of the facilities on the larger community. a. [Review and revise as needed County Code to require screening of ser-een public facilities including power generating facilities and sewage treatment plants., and to address impacts from cell towers.] Policy 3.6.13 Support the creation of a landfill overlay zone. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 31 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.6 PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES seot'ot& ss RAraL rzecreauovu T>oU'ofts Goal and Policies (9 38-101-13-1 1) Goal I Promote a variety of passive and active park and recreation opportunities through a regional system that includes federal and state parks and local park districts. Policy 3.8.1 Cooperate with public agencies and local park districts to provide park and recreation lands, facilities and opportunities. a. The Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and State Park Master Plans shall serve as a basis for coordination on County-wide park and recreation issues. b. Support exceptions to Statewide Planning Goals for urban fringe areas owned or acquired and operated by park and recreation districts. Policy 3.8.2 Work cooperatively with public agencies to promote standards for consolidation of public land access and to ensure recreational entry to those lands, especially along rivers and streams. Policy 3.8.3 Encourage coordination between the U.S. Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management and off-road vehicle organizations to regulate use of motorized vehicles, including motorbikes, ATVs and snowmobiles in order to minimize environmental degradation, agricultural fragmentation and user conflicts on private property. Policy 3.8.4 Participate in federal recreation planning on federal lands and state park planning on State lands. Policy 3.8.5 Support accessible park and recreation opportunities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Policy 3.8.6 Support efforts to coordinate recreation planning between park and recreation districts, school districts and cities. Policy 3.8.7 Work with Unincorporated Communities that express an interest in parks, open spaces and community centers. Policy 3.8.8 Coordinate trail design and funding with transportation system plans and support efforts to provide and manage rural trail segments and bicycle routes. Policy 3.8.9 Support the Committee on Recreational Assets in identifying priority recreational projects, including incorporating as appropriate, elements of the Committee on Recreational Assets into this Plan. Policy 3.8. 10 Update County Code as needed to define rural recreational uses such as private parks. 40 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.8 RURAL RECREATION sect~ww 39 Dest,WwaUow Resort Pouues Note - Items in Italic were not part of Ordinance 2010-024 Goals and Policies (9-30-1- 1-13- I ! ) Goal 1 Provide for development of destination resorts in the County consistent with Statewide Planning Goal 8 in a manner that will be compatible with farm and forest uses, existing rural development, and in a manner that will maintain important natural features, such as habitat of threatened or endangered species, streams, rivers and significant wetlands. Policy 3.9.1 Deschutes County shall adopt a map showing where destination resorts can be located in the county. Such map shall become part of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance and shall be an overlay zone designated Destination Resort (DR). Policy 3.9.2 Destination resorts shall only be allowed within areas shown on the "Deschutes County Destination Resort Map" and when the resort complies with the requirements of Goal 8, ORS 197.435 to 197.467, and Deschutes County Code 18.113. Policy 3.9.3 Applications to amend the map will be collected and will be processed concurrently no sooner than 30 months from the date the map was previously adopted or amended as described in Deschutes County Code 22.23. Policy 3.9.4 Work with resort pr-oWders-developers and Got-coon residents to de FeWsions to destination resen eede that w4l edequate~ midgate c-encems ever- resort impec-a. identi i adverse impacts of resorts and implement mitigations for those impacts. Policy 3.9.5 Explore opportunities for small destination resorts. Goal 2 Provide a process for the siting of destination resorts on rural lands that have been mapped by Deschutes County as eligible for this purpose. Policy 3.9.6 The County shall ensure that destination resorts are compatible with the site and adjacent land uses through enactment of land use regulations that, at a minimum, provide for the following: a. Maintenance of important natural features, including habitat of threatened or endangered species, streams, rivers, and significant wetlands; maintenance of riparian vegetation within 100 feet of streams, rivers and significant wetlands; and b. Location and design of improvements and activities in a manner that will avoid or minimize adverse effects of the resort on uses on surrounding lands, particularly effects on intensive farming operations in the area and on the rural transportation system. In order to adequately assess the effect on the transportation system, notice and the opportunity for comment shall be provided to the relevant road authority. DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 45 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.9 DESTINATION RESORTS c. Such regulations may allow for alterations to important natural features, including placement of structures, provided that the overall values of the feature are maintained. Policy 3.9.7 Minimum measures to assure that design and placement of improvements and activities will avoid or minimize the adverse effects shall include: a. The establishment and maintenance of buffers between the resort and adjacent land uses, including natural vegetation and where appropriate, feneedfences, berms, landscaped areas, and other similar types of buffers. b. Setbacks of structures and other improvements from adjacent land uses Policy 3.9.8 The County may adopt additional land use restrictions to ensure that proposed destination resorts are compatible with the environmental capabilities of the site and surrounding land uses. Policy 3.9.9 Uses in destination resorts shall be limited to visitor-oriented accommodations, overnight lodgings, developed recreational facilities, residential uses, commercial uses limited to types and levels necessary to meet the needs of visitors to the resort, and uses consistent with preservation and maintenance of open space. Policy 3.9.10 The zoning ordinance shall include measure that assure that developed recreational facilities, visitor-oriented accommodations and key facilities intended to serve the entire development are physically provided or are guaranteed through surety bonding or substantially equivalent financial assurances prior to closure of sale of individual lots or units. In phased developments, developed recreational facilities and other key facilities intended to serve a particular phase shall be constructed prior to sales of lots in that phase or guaranteed through surety bonding. Policy 3.9.11 For each approved resort, maintain a spreadsheet showing at minimum, lots platted, houses buih, commercial and recreational facilities provided, overnight lodging built and if necessary bonded, property taxes paid, lodging taxes collected and open space acreage. Goal 3 Provide for the siting of destination resort facilities that enhance and diversify the recreational opportunities and economy of Deschutes County. Policy 3.9.12 To assure that resort development does not conflict with the objectives of other Statewide Planning Goals, destination resorts shall, pursuant to Goal 8, not be sited in Deschutes County in the following areas a. Within 24 air miles of an urban growth boundary with an existing population of 100,000 or more unless residential uses are limited to those necessary for the staff and management of the resort; b. On a site with 50 or more contiguous acres of unique or prime farm land identified and mapped by the Soil Conservation Service or within three miles of farm land within a High-Value Crop Area; c. On predominantly Cubic Foot Site Class I or 2 forest lands which are not subject to an approved Goal exception; 46 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.9 DESTINATION RESORTS sect'Low 3.20 area specLf~c PoLLcLes Goals 2 through 6 and Policies 3.10.5 through 3.10.8 are retained intact from Plan 2000 Policy 3.10.4 is substantially similar to 23.40.020(F)(1)(i) in Plan 2000 Goals and Policies (4-30-19 I -13-1 1) Goal I Create area specific land use policies and/or regulations when requested by a community and only after an extensive public process. Policy 3. 10.1 Maintain a list of communities interested in area specific policies and as resources permit, initiate public processes to address local issues. South Deschutes County Policy 3.10.2 Develop a south county community plan and adopt it as a subsection of this Plan. Policy 3.10.3 Support the leadership of the Department of Environmental Quality in working with the community to address high-groundwater protection issues. Policy 3.10.4 To the maximum extent allowed by law, reinvest net proceeds from the development or sale of County-owned real property in the La Pine Neighborhood Planning Area, now in the City of La Pine„ into future improvements such as roads, parks, open space development and maintenance, public buildings and on-site and off-site water and wastewater facility improvements or expansion, in the City of La Pine or Regional Problem Solving study area. Regional Problem Solving - This section has been retained substantially intact Goal 2 Preserve water and air quality, reduce wildfire hazards and protect wildlife habitat. Goal 3 Ensure that domestic water derived from groundwater meets safe drinking water standards. Goal 4 Develop an equitable, market-driven system, that reduces the potential development of existing lots in floodplains, wetlands, mule deer migration corridors and areas susceptible to groundwater pollution. Goal S Create a new neighborhood, primarily residential in character, between La Pine and Wickiup junction, that provides services efficiently, sustains economic development and reduces adverse impacts to groundwater quality in South Deschutes County. Goal 6 Explore innovative sewage treatment and disposal methods. Policy 3.10.5 The County shall continue to work with landowners, citizens, community organizations and governmental agencies at the local, state and federal level to: a. Continue collaborative work on the Regional Problem Solving project. DRAFT DEscHuTES COUNT`! COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 I 57 CHAPTER 3 RURAL GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 3.10 AREA SPECIFIC PouciEs sect%ow 4.2 L-'vbawL'zatiow Background This section describes the coordination between the County and the cities of Bend, La Pine, Redmond and Sisters on Urban Growth Boundaries and Urban Reserve Areas. Statewide Planning Goal 2 recognizes the importance of coordinating land use plans "City, county, state and federal agency and special district plans and actions related to land use shall be consistent with the comprehensive plans of cities and counties and regional plans adopted under ORS Chapter 268." Oregon Revised Statute 197.015(5) goes further to define comprehensive plan coordination "A plan is "coordinated" when the needs of all levels of governments semipublic and private agencies and the citizens of Oregon have been considered and accommodated as much as possible." Population An important basis for coordinating with cities is adopted population projections. Having an estimate of anticipated population growth is the first step to planning for future growth and conservation. ORS 195.025(1) requires counties to coordinate local plans and population forecasts. The County oversees the preparation of a population forecast in close collaboration with cities. This is important because the population of the County has increased significantly in recent decades and a coordinated approach allows cities to ensure managed growth over time. Table 4.2.1 - Population Growth in Deschutes County 1980 to 2000 Sources 1980 1990 2000 2010 Population Research Center July I estimates 62,500 75,600 116,600 US Census Bureau April I counts 62,142 74,958 115,367 Source: As noted above In 1996 Bend, Redmond, Sisters and the County reviewed recent population forecasts from the Portland State University Center Population and Research Center and U.S. Census, the Department of Transportation, Woods and Poole, Bonneville Power Administration and the Department of Administrative Services Office of Economic Analysis. After reviewing these projections, all local governments adopted a coordinated population forecast. It was adopted by Deschutes County in 1998 by Ordinance 98-084. The results of the 2000 decennial census and subsequent population estimates prepared by the Portland State University Population Research Center (PRC) revealed that the respective populations of the County and the incorporated cities were growing faster than anticipated under the 1998 coordinated forecast. The cites and the County re-engaged in a coordination. process between 2002 and 2004 that culminated with the County adopting a revised population forecast that projected population to the year 2025. It was adopted by Ordinance 2004-012 and upheld by the Land Use Board of Appeals on March 28. 2005. The following table displays the 2004 coordinated population forecast for Deschutes County and the Urban Growth Boundaries (UGBs) of the cities of Bend, Redmond, and Sisters. 4 DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -2010 REV 1-13-11 CHAPTER 4 URBAN GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 4.2 URBANIZATION Redmond The City of Redmond legislatively amended its Urban Growth Boundary in August 2006 when its City Council and the Board of County Commissioners adopted respective ordinances. The Redmond UGB expansion covered 2,299 acres and satisfied a 20 year demand for residential and neighborhood commercial land. La Pine In 2010 La Pine adopted the city's first Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The city established an UGB that matches the City's boundaries, because the newly formed City contains adequate undeveloped land for future housing, commercial and industrial needs. The Plan map includes land use designations intended to provide an arrangement of uses to ensure adequate and efficient provision of public infrastructure for all portions of the City and UGB. Urban Reserve Area Redmond In December 2005, Redmond City Council and the Board of County Commissioners adopted a 5,661 acre Urban Reserve Area URA for the City of Redmond. It is the largest urban reserve designation in Oregon and the first in Central Oregon. This is the first URA in Central Oregon because most cities find urban reserve areas, planning farther into the future than the 20-year urban$rowth boundary timeframe, challenging. Coordination As noted above Statewide Goal 2 and State Statute promote land use planning coordination. The purposes of the urbanization goals and policies in this section are to provide the link between the urban and rural areas, and to provide some basic parameters within which the urban areas of Deschutes County can develop, although the specific comprehensive plan for each community shall be the prevailing document for guiding growth in its respective area. These policies will permit the County to review each city's comprehensive plan to ensure effective coordination between the County and each of the four cities. The Redmond and Deschutes County Community Development Departments received the Oregon Chapter of American Planning Association's (OAPA) Professional Achievement in Planning Award for the "Redmond Urban Reserve Area / Urban Growth Boundary Expansion Project" The following quote taken from the Oregon Chapter of the American Planning Association's 2006 Awards Program shows why the Redmond Community Development Department was chosen for this award. "An outstanding effort to address Redmond's rapid population growth, including the successful designation of an Urban Reserve and the imminent designation of an Urban Growth Boundary, a "Framework Plan" with a requirement for master planning, and the establishment of "Great Neighborhood Principles." DRAFT DESCHUTES COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - 2010 REV 1-13-1 1 CHAPTER 4 URBAN GROWTH MANAGEMENT SECTION 4.2 URBANIZATION Informational Maps included in the 9-30-10 draft Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan Map # Map Name Map Location 1 Deschutes County (shows Federal Lands) Section 1.1 2 Comprehensive Plan Designations Section 1.3 3 Water Bodies Section 2.5 4 Wildlife Protection Areas Section 2.6 5 Open Space and Conservation Section 2.8 6 Surface Mining Section 2.10 7 Historic Resources Section 2.11 8 Rural Commercial and Rural Industrial Section 3.4 9 Destination Resort Combining Zone Section 3.9 10 High Groundwater Study Area Section 3.10 11 ODFW High Priority Wildlife Area Section 3.10 12 Cities and Unincorporated Communities Section 4.3 13 Sunriver Urban Unincorporated Community Section 4.4 14 Black Butte Ranch Resort Community Section 4.7 15 Inn of the 7th Mountain/Widgi Creek Resort Community Section 4.7 16 Rural Service Centers Section 4.8 Note: These maps were created for general information. They are not included in the revised draft of the Comprehensive Plan dated 1-13-11 and will not be officially adopted. Draft Policy 1.3.7 designates the Geographic Information System electronic map layer as the official Comprehensive Plan map.