Tigard GreenwaysTrail System Master Plan

Prepared by Kittelson & Associates, Inc.and Alta Planning + Design

Contents of the Plan• Executive Summary• Planning Framework• Existing Conditions• Greenway Trails Classification System• Trail Design Guidelines• Evaluation Process• Recommended Projects• Implementation Plan• Appendices

– Public Input– Initial Alignment Feasibility Assessment– Initial Environmental Assessment

Vision & ObjectivesGreenway Trails are a key component of the non-motorized transportation network; these trails facilitate connections to local destinations, and connect Tigard residents to the region’s extensive trail network.

Plan Objectives:• Increase opportunities for walking, bicycling, and

accessing transit• Create a framework for implementing the

remaining sections of the greenway trail system• Identify locations for potential new greenway trails

Planning Process

• Project Website – Interactive Map &

Comment Tool

• Neighborhood Surveys

• Open Houses

• Stakeholder Advisory Committee (SAC)

Existing Greenway Trails

Trail Classification System

Design Guidelines Surface Options• Asphalt/concrete• Permeable

asphalt/concrete• Boardwalk• Bark chip/mulch• Natural surface

Greenway Alternatives• Sidepaths• Bike lanes• Bicycle

boulevards (shared lanes)

Design Guidelines

• ADA Compliance

• Crossings– Bollards– Curb ramps– RRFB

• Bridges

• Centerline striping

Design Guidelines

• Mileage markers• Directional signs

• Etiquette signs• Informational kiosks

Evaluation Process

• Connectivity• Safety and security• User experience• Topographical

Constraints• Environmental

Impacts• Cost• Right-of-Way

Recommended Trail Projects

Priority # of Projects Total Length (Miles) Total Cost

High* 9 2.2 $3.5 - $8.2 M

Medium 6 2.9 $3.4 - $5.7 M

Low 4 1.9 $2.7-$3.7 M

Total 19 7.0 $10-$18 M

* Includes currently funded Woodard Park to Grant and Grant to Main segments of Fanno Creek Trail

Recommended Trail ProjectsHigh-priority (0-10 years)

• Fanno Creek: • Woodard Park to Grant*• Grant to Main*• 74th Avenue Sidepath from Bonita to Durham Road• 85th Avenue Trail to Durham City/ Ki-A-Kuts

• Westside Trail (planned)• Tigard Street: Fanno Creek to Tigard Transit Center• Krueger Creek: Walnut Street to Jack Park• Summer Creek : On-street improvements, Fowler

Nature Education Trail• Pathfinder Genesis: 107th Court to Fanno Creek

* currently funded

Recommended Trail Projects

Recommended Projects

Implementation Strategies• Amend regulations– Redefine wayfinding; not an amenity– Adopt trail classifications and design

guidelines

• Seek opportunities to develop trails– Land acquisition and easements– Partnerships– Grant funding

Questions?