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2012-10-Minutes for Meeting December 14,2012 Recorded 1/6/2012DESCHUTES COUNTY OFFICIAL RECORDS ~J ~Q~~~+O NANCY BLANKENSHIP, COUNTY CLERK Q! V COMMISSIONERS' JOURNAL 01/06/2012 08;03;59 AM 11111112012 - IIII10IIIN~III111111111 Do no t remove this page from original document. Deschutes County Clerk Certificate Page Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200, Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org MINUTES OF WORK SESSION DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2011 Present were Commissioners Alan Unger and Anthony DeBone; Commissioner Tammy Baney was out of the office. Also present were Erik Kropp, Interim County Administrator; Tom Anderson, Paul Blikstad, Peter Russell, Peter Gutowsky and Nick Lelack, Community Development; and three other citizens, including media representatives Hillary Borrud of the Bulletin and David Nogueras of Oregon Public Broadcasting. Vice Chair DeBone opened the meeting at 2: 00 p.m. 1. Update on Planning Division's Long Range Work Plan. Nick Lelack said the plan from several years ago is much different from the one to be discussed today. The building slowdown and the completion of some complicated projects have impacted the work of the Division. • The South County Plan is the biggest project now underway. He believes the Destination Resort Map Amendment is going to be appealed. • The Regional Economic Opportunity Analysis may be appealed by 1,000 Friends of Oregon. • The work will shift to County Counsel when there is an appeal, with Community Development assisting. • The issue of commercial events in the exclusive farm use zone is taking up a lot of time right now, and this will be a project for much of the coming year. Peter Russell indicated that the Transportation System Plan is a 20-year document that is updated as needed, based on volumes on the roads and/or operational issues. There are smaller adjustments made more often. They work with the technical advisory committee and with the cities, so that things are on the same basic timeframe, with the cities updating their TSP on an individual basis. _ Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Page 1 of 7 Pages In 2007, they started with modeling, followed by a series of open houses and community meetings, and have refined it since then. The TSP update was funded by a $100,000 technical assistance grant. Nick Lelack said that Planning has some capacity for more work, but not much. The South County Plan in particular will require a lot of resources in the next 16 to 18 months. Paul Blikstad will help with housekeeping type text amendments. Code will need to be updated to address changes based on what the County wants to do and changes at the State level. These adjustments can be done through different Ordinances at different times so that one does not hold up another. Other items to be addressed are the definition of room and board arrangements, solar setback variances, religious use of EFU land (per LUBA), power- generating facilities including wind farms, changes in the use of land and additional dwellings based on medical hardship situations, and other issues. Tom Anderson indicated they would need to address adopting standards regarding fire districts. In regard to medical hardships, Commissioner Unger said that he is not sure why this use of the land should be limited to a relative. People often need help with caring for their land, and it would be good if a relative helped them, but that is not always the case. He feels there should be a bigger vision and allowances for this type of support. Commissioner DeBone agreed. In regard to the sage grouse issue, Commissioner DeBone noted language that says this region has the last, best habitat. He asked if this means the west in general. Mr. Lelack replied that this quote was from Darren Nichols of the LCDC and he meant specifically central and eastern Oregon. Peter Gutowsky added that the eastern Oregon counties need to coordinate and get in a position to collaborate in a consistent approach to save this habitat, because this might allow outside funding to be leveraged. If there is large habitat loss, that will be commiserate with the funding. Apparently, there are some lucrative grants out there if there is a uniform approach and a good framework for addressing the issue. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Page 2 of 7 Pages Commissioner Unger agreed that this can be an opportunity for this area. It is a big issue for eastern Oregon. Staff in other counties is limited, so Deschutes County should be as supportive as possible. He would like to see Deschutes County head a regional role. Mr. Lelack said that they met with six counties and helped them draft a grant concept for DLCD that may move forward in January. It will take staff resources for possibly up to three or four years. Commissioner DeBone stated that he understands the priorities, and is pleased that a lot got accomplished just in the past year. Mr. Gutowsky noted that Planning got good support from the Board. Staff knows what they are doing and are resourceful and innovative, but cannot do it without the Board's backing. Mr. Lelack referred to the Planning memo and projects listed on page 6 that are not yet begun. Some are now on the work plan. Appeals require some time as well and you sometimes do not know where they are going. The South County Plan will require intensive staff resources, with large-scale public meetings on a regular basis for at least six months. Commissioner Unger brought up some other ideas for consideration. He asked about the Regional Economic Opportunity Analysis and the role of COIC in that process. He suggested staff work with the staff from other counties. He feels that Crook County does not see the need since they have an adequate supply of large lot industrial already. Jefferson County may not understand the opportunities this would give them. Deschutes County needs to be sure they are both supportive of this big idea. He added that perhaps staff could work with individual cities and towns, including those like Metolius, to bring back business to the community. The sites can continue to be farmed or used as they are now, but the potential would be there if needed. This could also help address infrastructure issues in some of the areas. Peter Gutowsky said there are compelling reasons to do this on a regional level. Marketing as a region is much more effective and makes a big difference to recruiters. He has started coordinating with COIC since they are administering the second grant. There is significant funding available to handle this collaboration. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Page 3 of 7 Pages Concurrently, they would reach out to local governments for formal support. They have been trying to be very inclusive. A template package will be made available to the other counties to help them adopt this into their comprehensive plans. Mr. Lelack added that Deschutes County will continue to perform a coordinating role in this effort. Mr. Gutowsky noted that the theme in 2012 is intergovernmental cooperation. There will be amendments to the comprehensive plan in late 2012 and early 2013. They need to make sure the comprehensive plan is consistent with the TSP and other plans. Erik Kropp said that the City of Bend asked for support from the Board, and received $5,000 to help with the Bend Airport Plan. Commissioner Unger observed that there are always issues with airport activities and the adjacent uses. Commissioner Unger asked what is happening regarding the lot line situation in Lechner Estates. There are real hardship issues for people who cannot sell or refinance their properties because they are unable to get clear title and a clear land description. One issue was the roads not being rights of way, and another is the property definitions. They should be able to come up with some creative ideas to help these people. Mr. Anderson replied that they have been participating in this effort. The biggest problem has to do with survey work and formal property descriptions. The Surveyor, Mike Berry, is probably still the lead person in this. Community Development will help as needed. They need an en masse property description change, but everyone has to be on board with is. Commissioner Unger noted that some won't want to pay for anything, especially those who feel they have nothing to gain. There should be a way to have a class 2 property survey of some kind. They need to be innovative. Mr. Lelack said that this could be part of the next fiscal year's work plan, or they can try to explore other solutions. Commissioner DeBone asked if this might be part of the South County Community Plan process. Mr. Kropp reminded the Board that this problem did not originate with the County and is a private property ownership situation, not the County's. Mr. Lelack stated that in early 2012 they will bring partner organizations from South County together to address a variety of issues. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Page 4 of 7 Pages Commissioner Unger brought up the ongoing problems small farms are having. There has been testimony on how hard it is for them to make a living. Some issues have to do with living arrangements of visitors, and rules regarding USDA inspections and produce handling. These are the types of things that make it difficult for the small farmers. They are important, so these problems need to be framed in a way that will allow them to be dealt with. Mr. Anderson said that he has asked the County look at a mid-year fee schedule change. They propose lowering the fees for small agricultural businesses to get approval for certain uses. They got some clarification from the State on some uses that used to be more complicated. Running a pumpkin patch is one; small scale food processing is another. The adjustment on these fees could be as much as half of the current fees. The fees themselves would not change, but the descriptions of what fits under each fee would. Commissioner Unger noted that the Governor has regional solutions teams in place. At a recent Workforce Investment Board meeting, efforts were made to find out what the Governor wants to review regarding rural versus urban issues. The comeback was that regional solutions should deal with this. Most counties were not represented at the meeting, so maybe some thought needs to be given regarding the County's place in these State-driven issues. They talked about how successful Deschutes County has been in getting new jobs compared with other counties. Commissioner Unger also brought up the critical issue of adequate child care. A network is being put together to coordinate child care in the area. He noticed there are problems that the providers just don't talk about. Home child care allows for a certain number. To provide evening child care almost seems to indicate the people would have to have a separate building. People need more opportunities outside of the cities. They may want to have child care closer to their homes in rural areas. Perhaps there is a way to site these at more churches. There could be a model available that would work in this region. Mr. Anderson said that some might be desired on EFU land, but there could be State restrictions. This issue might need legislative help. Commissioner Unger noted that everything outside of the cities seems to be either farm or forest use, and obtaining exceptions is very difficult. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Page 5 of 7 Pages Mr. Lelack said that the South County Plan may begin to address this. There may be an exception available to expand to accommodate child care providers. Mr. Kropp added that the homeless issue and the ten-year plan to end homelessness will be big discussion topics during the next year. 2. Other Items. Commissioner Unger brought up Central Oregon Irrigation District's request for a support letter regarding efforts to get a grant for planning along their canals. UNGER: Move signature of a letter of support. DEBONE: Second. VOTE: UNGER Yes. DEBONE: Vice Chair votes yes. Mr. Kropp said that a work session has been scheduled on Thursday at 1:30 for a discussion on the County Administrator search. They will start with a discussion on the process, and then will go into executive session to review applications. Commissioner Unger stated that the Oregon Trade Advisory Committee is gearing up to focus on the Connect Oregon IV grants in the amount of about $40 million. Some of the focus will be on air, rail and barge. The Commissioners went over the various events and meetings taking place this month. Mr. Kropp indicated that staff is handling work on the 911 Service District change, including meetings with the service districts and the cities. The timeline is critical, and the Board will need to take formal action on Monday, December 19. Staff cannot advocate for a position in this matter, but elected officials can. The Resolutions to come before the Board are basically a policy decision supporting the change. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Page 6 of 7 Pages Commissioner Unger noted that the fire boards and other groups need to show strong support. He wants to be sure someone is in charge to move this forward; a point person to organize the effort. Elected officials can carry the message, but there needs to be a facilitator. He suggested Mr. Kropp be that person. Being no further discussion or items addressed, the work session adjourned at 3:10 p.m. DATED this "1 ` Day of (00-0,4~ 2011 for the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. a 1&34/v~ Tammy, aney, Chair ATTEST: Recording Secretary I. C Anthony DeBone, Vice Chair Alan Unger, Commissioner Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Work Session Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Page 7 of 7 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 2:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2011 PLEASE NOTE LATER START TIME! 1. Update on Planning Division's Long Range Work Plan - Nick Lelack, CDD 2. 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. 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' { Planning Division Building Safety Division Environmental Soils Division 117 NW Lafayette Avenue Bend Oregon 97701-1925 (541)388-6575 FAX(541)385-1764 http://www.co.deschutes.or.us/cdd/ MEMORANDUM DATE: December 6, 2011 TO: Board of County Commissioners FROM: Nick Lelack, Planning Director Peter Gutowsky, Principal Planner MEETING: December 14, 2011 RE: Planning Division Work Plan Update / Text Amendments and Sage Grouse Coordination The Community Development Department (CDD) recently completed several multiyear land use planning projects. These projects, administered by the Planning Division, are recognized for their innovation, collaboration, resourcefulness, and commitment to citizen involvement. The attachment with this memorandum summarizes the Planning Division's existing planning projects, ongoing coordination responsibilities, FY 2011/2012 Projects Not Yet Begun, and 2011 accomplishments. CDD seeks the Board's support to initiate "housekeeping" text amendments and coordinate with Central and Eastern Oregon counties regarding the issue of sage grouse habitat. Text Amendment and Sage Grouse Coordination Table 1 identifies two projects, one from the Planning Division's FY 2011-2012 work program and another pertaining to sage grouse coordination that can be initiated shortly with existing staffing resources. Table 1- Upcoming Planning Division Projects Housekeeping Text Amendments A package of text amendments to implement 2011 legislation related to Deschutes County as well as minor errors, omissions, clarifications, and other housekeeping changes are ready to be initiated. The intent is that these text amendments are non-controversial and require limited staffing resources. Specifically, the proposed text amendments would address the following (and discussed in more detail in the attachment): • Add a definition of "Room and Board Arrangement." • Add a provision for a solar setback variance. This is not necessarily a "housekeeping" amendment, but has been discussed for years. It will not likely be controversial or require significant staffing resources. • Amend the EFU zone to incorporate new Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons (RLUIPA) administrative rules. • Amend the code to allow temporary workforce housing for power generation facilities. • Amend the Guest Ranch provisions to implement 2011 legislation (HB 2753), and to extend the sunset date to January 2, 2018. • Add wind power generation facilities and photovoltaic solar power generation facilities as uses allowed pursuant to Conditional Use Permit approval. • Amend the Addressing provisions of the code to be consistent with the Redmond Fire and Rescue operations. • Delete Chapter 2.48 of Title 2 which established the Deschutes Basin Resource Committee because it no longer exists. Quality Services Performed zvith Pride Table 1- Upcoming Planning Division Projects Sage Grouse Coordination In spring 2010, the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) determined that protection of the greater sage-grouse under the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) was warranted. With this potential listing looming very large over Central and Eastern Oregon, Harney County submitted a technical assistance grant application to DLCD for money to create a plan or process to address greater sage grouse to either avoid a full ESA listing in 2015 or, if it is listed, to have a bottom-up protection plan in place so that USFWS does not impose one on the region. Harney County's grant application, however, was only a place-holder for money and incomplete. DLCD has held grant money aside for this effort, but needs a complete application by late January 2012. One approach is to use the grant money to hire consultants/facilitators to bring the inventoried counties together to determine how to create a regional plan to address sage grouse, including identifying and applying for federal funding sources for habitat protection, Goal 5 update processes, etc. DLCD believes USFWS will have money available for this effort since our region has the last best intact habitat in the United States for this species. But, the region will need to work together to request that money. The $60K should be adequate to hire a facilitator for this first phase of the project. The next step in this process is for Harney County to convene participating counties in a meeting in early December in Bums. The purpose of that meeting will be to develop the grant application, which will likely be due sometime by the end of January 2012. Board Direction Staff seeks Board support to initiate the housekeeping text amendments, and to coordinate with other Central and Eastern Oregon counties to address sage grouse habitat issues. -2- - Attachment - A. Table 1 - Proposed Housekeeping Text Amendments PROPOSED AMENDMENT Miscellaneous Title 18 Text Am Add definition of "Room and Board Arrangement' in 18.04.030 Add provision for a solar setback variance under 18.116.180, Building Setbacks for the Protection of Solar Access. Amend the provision for a medical hardship dwelling to allow a broader range of what family members constitute a "relative." Establish this definition to have the County code be consistent with the Board's decision on CU-10-2, room and board arrangements for up to 5 unrelated persons in the EFU zone. Staff believes there are instances where a solar variance is appropriate, and there is no current provision to allow them. Currently the County has two different references for who constitutes a "relative" for medical hardship dwelling purposes. Staff recommends they be exactly same (EFU zone and all other zones). EFFECT The change will provide a definition of room and board arrangements, listed in the EFU zone as a conditional use. It was formerly referenced as a bed and breakfast, which was not consistent with State Law. This provision will provide greater flexibility to allow solar variances, which will require agreement from the person/owner most affected by the variance. The change will make the references in DCC 18.116.090(C) and 18.16.050(H) for a "relative" consistent with each other. Exclusive Farm Use Zone Changes Amend the provision/use in Chapter 18.16 for churches to be consistent with RLUIPA, and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) Chapter 660 Division 033. Amend the code to allow temporary workforce housing for power generation facilities. (DCC 18.16.040, Limitations on Conditional Uses) Amend the Guest Ranch listing in 18.16.037 to incorporate HB 2753, and extend the sunset clause to January 2, 2018. Add wind power generation facilities, and photovoltaic solar power generation facilities as uses under the conditional use permit section (18.16.030). Miscellaneous Code Changes: Amend DCC Chapter 16.12, Addressing, to have County address code be consistent with addressing for Redmond Fire and Rescue, which is different than the rest of the County. Delete Chapter 2.48 of Title 2 of the Deschutes County Code, Administration. This chapter established the Deschutes Basin Resource Committee. Amend the definition of "Property Line Adjustment" in DCC 17.08.030 to make it consistent with ORS 92.010(12). The DCC needs to be consistent with RLUIPA and OAR Chapter 660 Division 33. DLCD amended OAR 660-033-0130 to provide for temporary workforce housing for construction workers at new energy generation facilities. House Bill 2753 established additional restrictions on where guest ranches could be located and extended the sunset clause for the guest ranch use to January 2, 2018. Wind power generation facilities and photovoltaic solar power generation facilities have been added to the list of uses potentially allowed in the EFU zones, OAR 660-033-0120. Redmond Fire and Rescue has a 4- digit address system and a different grid system than the rest of the county. For east-west oriented roads, the numbering system is also different than the rest of the county. The Deschutes Basin Resource Committee no longer exists, and has not existed for at least 7 years. Staff believes that this chapter is no County code does not match the language in ORS Chapter 92 for a property line adjustment. Churches proposed within 3 miles of an urban growth boundary that have an enclosed structure with a design capacity of 100 or less people will not require a goal exception. The proposed changes will be consistent with the OAR changes and allow workforce housing on a temporary basis. The changes will allow County code to be consistent with HB 2753 (State Law). Adding these two uses will make our code consistent with the OAR provisions. The address code changes will allow the code to be consistent with the addressing system and numbering for Redmond Fire and Rescue. This will delete the code language which established the DBRC in 1986 as part of the Deschutes River Study. The change will make County code consistent with the definition in ORS 92.010(12), which we are currently us B. Existing Projects Table 2 provides an overview of the Planning Division's current projects. Table 2 - Long Range Planning Existing Projects Project Description Action Plan to Implement Develop a 20-year action plan to implement new Comprehensive Plan. The Planning Comp Plan Commission briefly reviewed the first draft in October and will continue its review in early 2012. Staff is administering a $14,500 Certified Local Government Grant to fund an archeological Certified Local survey for the Four Winds Foundation Property, nominate the Deedon Homestead to the National Government Register, update the Deschutes County Code based on Bend, Redmond, and La Pine's Grant individual preservation programs, provide training for Historical Landmark Commissioners, and photograph national register and locally designated structures and sites in the rural county. Commercial Events on Text amendments have been drafted to clarify how activities and events on farm land may be EFU Text permitted. The Planning Commission conducted the first public hearing on December 8, and Amendments will conduct additional hearings in early 2012. Regional Economic Staff is coordinating with and supporting Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) to Opportunity finalize a Department of Land Conservation and Development grant agreement for Phase 2 of Analysis - the Regional Economic Opportunity Analysis (REOA) to establish the COIC Board as the Phase 2 regional Large Lot Industrial Program Governance Authority and begin REOA implementation. Staff is initiating a process to prepare a land use plan for the South County area. A boundary map, Scope of Work and Public Outreach Strategy are being finalized to provide structure for an South County eighteen month planning process, commencing in January 2012. As drafted, the process runs Plan from January 2012 to June 2013, with legislative plan amendments and the first evidentiary hearing occurring in Fall 2012. The Board will hold a work session on this issue on December 19. The Deschutes County Transportation System Plan addresses transportation needs throughout Transportation the County over the next twenty years (2010-2030). This is the first comprehensive update in System Plan over 10 years. The Planning Commission will hold their third public hearing on December 15 in Update Sisters. Previous hearings took place in Bend and Sunriver. Work sessions and potential additional public hearings are planned for early 2012. C. Ongoing Coordination Responsibilities Planning staff coordinates with Bend, La Pine, Redmond and Sisters as required by state law in addition to other regional projects, as shown in Table 2 below. One project in particular may likely place significant demands on staff next fall. According to the latest Remand Task Force meeting, in 2012 City planners will be finalizing Bend's Urban Growth Boundary amendments in preparation of March 2013 public hearings.' Staff will coordinate with the City to make sure their General Plan, Transportation System Plan, and urban unincorporated zoning are consistent with the County's land use plans. The table below provides a summary of CDD's significant planning and transportation-related coordination activities. It does not list all of staffs monthly and quarterly regional and statewide 1 http://bendoregon.gov/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=5339; http://bendoregon.gov/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=5340 -4- meetings. Coordination activities fluctuate prior to and during legislative sessions, and as cities request County assistance in pursuing growth management and/or airport-related projects. Table 3 - Statutory / Regional Coordination Duties Project Description Assist with Safe Routes Assist the City of Bend with Safe Routes to School (SR2S) efforts in the Bend-La to Schools Pine School District, and County schools as needed Bend Airport Master Plan Coordinate with the City to update the Airport Master Plan City of Bend Coordinate with the City to complete Urban Growth Boundary Amendment. Upon Growth Management state acknowledgment of a UGB amendment, discuss initiating an Urban Reserve Area (URA) work program for the City of Bend. Coordinate with property owners, residents, river users, state agencies, Sunriver, Harper Bridge and other stakeholders to develop a solution for safe river access in the Harper Bridge area. Provide staff to the Historic Landmarks Commission for any county related Historical Landmarks applications or policy issues. This activity will significantly increase in 2012 as the Commission cities of Bend, Redmond and La Pine establish their own Historical Landmarks Commissions (HLC), and the County reestablishes its HLC with its own dedicated staffing resources. ODOT Refinement Participate in ODOT funded refinement planning projects for Highway 97 and Planning Projects Highway 20. These projects may include planning for the Quarry Road interchanges and the Wickiup Junction interchange or bypass Coordinate with local, state and federal agencies through the Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to develop a regional trail plan. Upon Regional Trail Plan completion of a trail plan, amend the Transportation System Plan (TSP) to include the routes. Also work with the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to develop an online trail guide. Statewide Planning Goal Coordinate with Oregon Department of Environmental Quality on their efforts to lead 11 (Public Facilities) the groundwater protection program for the Upper Deschutes basin, including discussions regarding Statewide Planning Goal 11 (Public Facilities) 0 Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation (COACT) TAC • Highway 97/20 Project Technical Advisory Committee • La Pine Comprehensive Plan Technical Advisory Committee • Bend Airport Master Plan Update Technical Advisory Committee Transportation • Wickiup Junction/97 Technical Advisory Committee Committees . South Redmond Collaborative Group • US 20 in Tumalo Project Technical Advisory Committee • Central Oregon Rail Plan study group • Commute Options Working Group • Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee D. FY 2011-12 Projects Not Yet Begun Table 4 provides an overview of projects listed in the Planning Division's FY 2011-2012 work program but not yet initiated due to available resources. -5- Table 4 - FY 2011-12 Planning Projects Not Yet Begun & New Opportunities Project Description Initiate adult entertainment and adult-oriented business code amendment, to create clear and objective standards that are content neutral and do not restrict free Adult Entertainment / expression, to separate such uses from religious and educational uses. Adult Business Amendments entertainment and adult-oriented businesses would exhibit the same high standards of site planning and landscape management zone requirements as all commercial or industrial developments Develop recommendations to implement the Big Look Task Force recommendations as adopted in HB 2229 upon authorization to do so by LCDC. In October, LCDC approved its Policy and Rulemaking Agenda for 2011-2013, including the following item: "HB 2229 Pilot, beginning in the Fall of 2011, to engage one or two (as yet undetermined) counties in a farm and forest land remapping project under the Big Look (HB 2229) procedures established by HB 2229 (2009 legislation). Staff recommends this Implementation project be initiated without associated administrative rules, although it is anticipated later rulemaking may be recommended based on experience gained in the pilot." Prior to and since LCDC's approval of this item, County staff have discussed and provided materials to DLCD staff regarding a potential pilot project in Deschutes County. However, as of November, DLCD had not decided on how proceed with implementation of this item. Code Enforcement Initiate a text amendment to prohibit the issuance of land use and building permits if Text Amendments a property has a pending code violation or is in violation with conditions of approval from a prior land use decision. Destination Resort Initiate Phase 2 of the destination resort study. Phase 1, Perceptions of Destination Study (Phase 2) Resort Impacts in Deschutes County, conducted by the University of Oregon Community Planning Workshop, was completed in Fall 2010. Small Destination Initiate text amendments to allow small destination resorts, and/or revise destination Resort Amendments resort siting criteria. Wildfire Protection Text Amendments Add standards and criteria that require defensible space for wildfire protection Update Goal 5 Develop a work program to update Goal 5 inventories of natural and cultural Inventory of Natural & resources. However, one element of this work plan may be addressed under the Cultural Resources Sage Grouse Coordination efforts discussed above. E. 2011 Accomplishments Table 5 summarizes long range planning projects completed in 2011. Table 5 - Deschutes County 2011 Long Range Planning Accomplishments Project and Timeline Description Recognition Comprehensive Plan The Board adopted the Plan in November 2011. It The Plan was nominated by Update 2030 now provides the legal framework, through goals and DLCD in 2011 for a State of policies, to guide decision making on rural growth and Oregon STAR Award for Citizen (2008-2011) development issues over the next 20 years. Involvement. Deschutes Junction The BOCC approved four transportation and land use The general timeline to initiate the master plan will be Plan Policies policies for Deschutes Junction in June 2011. The determined in the 20-year action main feature is the County will prepare a master plan ' plan to implement the new (2010-2011) for Deschutes Junction at the BOCC s discretion. Comprehensive Plan -6- Table 5 - Deschutes County 2011 Long Range Planning Accomplishments Project and Timeline Description Recognition In 2010, the Board adopted new criteria and procedures for updating its Destination Resort Maps. The updated destination resort Destination Resort In November 2011, the Board formally modified its comprehensive plan and overlay zone maps by map now identifies 22,002.17 Map Amendments removing 91,701 ineligible acres; maintaining 17,560 ° eligible acres, reflecting an 80 (2009-2011) eligible acres carried over from the original 1992 map; reduction from the one originally adopted in 1992. That map maintaining 3,187 acres from the original map based " " identified 112 448 acres. on 908 grandfather requests; and adding 3 sites , totaling 1,255.17 acres. On November 30, the Board adopted a The project represents an Comprehensive Plan amendment to officially unprecedented approach to ' Regional Economic recognize the REOA as a technical study, and a Oregon s land use program as it pertains to addressing an unmet Opportunity Analysis series of policies that establish the legal basis to employment land need. COIC is encourage cities to address this unmet employment the beneficiary of a DLCD grant (2010-2011) land need. The community development objective is and will now be using it to to establish a short term supply of 6 large lot industrial establish a regional authority to sites. Policies also establish a planning framework for promote the large-lot industrial creating a regional entity to oversee the program. land strategy. In July 2011, the Board adopted amendments to allow small wind energy systems that are accessory to the Small Wind Energy primary use of a property to be permitted outright in all Deschutes County is one of the Amendments zones if the structure generates 0 to 100 kW and is 36 first counties in Oregon to feet or less; or a structure generates 0 to 15 kW and is streamline non-commercial small (2010-2011) greater than 36 feet in height. In both cases noise and wind energy systems. setback requirements must be met. If those thresholds are exceeded, site plan review is required. The LWI represents the largest study area in Oregon to date In September 2011, the Board adopted the South (18,937 acres). During its development, Deschutes County County Local Wetland Inventory (LWI). The LWI received 1 258 access consent identifies 114 wetlands, half an acre or larger, totaling , forms fora permission rate of South County Local 3,459 acres. Seventy-one probable wetlands, less , 28/° the highest percentage of Wetland Inventory than a half-acre are also noted. Unlike the NWI, which , any LWI performed to date. The has accuracy limitations, mapped wetlands on the County was one the first (2009-2011) LWI have an accuracy of 0.5 meters (16.4 feet). jurisdictions to apply a new Wetland functions having the highest value in the wetland assessment, the Oregon project area are: aquatic invertebrate habitat; water Rapid Wetland Assessment storage and delay; and, phosphorous retention. Protocol, because it provided more detailed data on wetland functions, values and condition. -7-