PARKS FOR EVERYONE
Expanding Park Service East of I-205 PARKS EQUITY EAST OF I-205 A CALL FOR PARTNERS
The Issue Seventy-five percent of Portlanders enjoy access to a park or natural area within a 15-minute walk of their home. Many of the parks provide a variety of amenities from ball fields and playgrounds to pathways and picnic areas. When looking at the park system east of I-205, we see a different picture. Incorporated later into the City of Portland, East Portland does not have the rich tradition of parks and recreational places. Yet, East Portland has experienced population growth and now 40 percent of families with The Solution children are living in this area. Demand for We will turn the amenities in existing equitable recreational services is high. New parks park master plans into a menu of can cost in the tens of millions and Portland features. Smaller, affordable basic Parks & Recreation is looking toward a bond improvements can make a big difference measure in the future to address these service to a community without waiting for a gaps. However, it may take some time before a bond measure. There is plenty we can bond measure is put before the voters. do now. We need your help.
Under the guidance of Nick Fish, Parks Commissioner, Portland Parks & Recreation is embarking on a plan we call “E205.” Designed to make minor improvements (under $250,000 per site) such as community gardens, playgrounds, pathways, seating, and other amenities, E205 will leverage City dollars with private dollars to take on projects at a dozen parks (or more!) in the next 18 months.
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E205 – List of Planned Improvements Expanded Service Areas Of NE ALDER WOO Colwood National D RD Proposed E205 Improvement Argay Park
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RD Budget estimate: $45,000 ($30,000 in PDC funds). SE OTTY RD Total E205 Project Budget: $1 million arks are the heart of our communities. From elders to toddlers, our Pparks are places to meet friends, relax, and play. It’s no secret that rapidly growing East Portland is underserved by park facilities. Over the years, PP&R has acquired a number of great properties for future parks. We have completed master plans for several parks and made improvements where funding has allowed.
8IFOXFQBTTBCPOENFBTVSFJOZFBST CVJMEJOHPVUOFXQBSLTFBTU of Interstate 205 will be a priority. But, like many of you, I’m not willing to wait.
The E205 Initiative will build amenities such as children’s playgrounds, picnic tables, and water fountains – small scale improvements that make a huge impact in our neighborhoods. The City has committed $500,000 for immediate improvements – but we know that through public-private partnerships and the Portland Parks Foundation, we can do even more. Join us in this community-changing campaign to create $1 million worth of real change where it matters most.
Sincerely, Nick Fish City of Portland Parks Commissioner
he E205 concept is exciting in many ways. First, the City of Portland Thas found outstanding opportunities to improve citizens’ lives using targeted investments of relatively small amounts of money. City-owned land will be transformed into vibrant, community hubs that make Portland a great place to live. Second, the city is leveraging limited public dollars to raise private matching funds–parlaying strong investments into outstanding opportunities. Parks are the catalyst for healthy communities, making kids active, and bringing citizens together. When our underserved communities thrive, our entire city can thrive.
It will take commitment and leadership from across Portland to make this goal possible. For more than a decade, Portland Parks Foundation has served as the City’s lead partner in connecting visionary individuals and businesses with historic opportunities to advance Portland’s parks and park programs. If you are passionate about parks, please contact us. We can find the right opportunity for you to make a difference.
Sincerely, Nick Hardigg Executive Director, Portland Parks Foundation
Commissioner Nick Fish • www.PortlandParks.org
E205 Plan • Portland Parks & Recreation • July 2011