CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION SEPTEMBER 16, 2013 6:00 P.M. NEWBERG PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING 401 EAST THIRD STREET

WORK SESSIONS ARE INTENDED FOR DISCUSSION. NO ACTION WILL BE TAKEN ON THE AGENDA ITEMS AND NO DECISIONS WILL BE MADE. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN TESTIMONY WILL BE HEARD OR RECEIVED FROM THE PUBLIC.

I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER

II. ROLL CALL

III. REVIEW OF COUNCIL AGENDA AND MEETING

1. Presentation on the Library and Cultural District by Library Director Leah Griffith.

2. Presentation on the Newberg Downtown Coalition by NDC Executive Director Mike Ragsdale.

3. Presentation on the Chehalem Valley Vision Plan by Newberg School District Communications and Community Relations Coordinator Claudia Stewart.

IV. COUNCIL ITEMS

V. ADJOURNMENT

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Page 1 Building on a Century of Growth Strategic Plans Library Strategic Plan 2011‐2014

For over 20 years the Library Advisory Board, citizens, and staff have come together to develop strategic plans for library service in the Newberg community.

2010‐2014 Strategic Plan Library Mission Statement Newberg Public Library enriches and nourishes the Values and Priorities life of our community, providing countless A citizen group developed the following list of opportunities for the integration of people and knowledge. Adopted, 2004 concepts; •Lifelong Learning City of Newberg Vision Statement •Value to the Community Newberg will cultivate a healthy, safe environment •Fiscal Responsibility where citizens can work, play and grow in a •A Welcoming Environment friendly, dynamic and diverse community valuing •Quality Customer Service partnerships and opportunity. Adopted, 2011

A. Provide an enjoyable, easy to use and A. Provide an enjoyable, easy to use and inspiring inspiring environment. environment. “Be welcoming, safe, creative and productive –spaces where Oregonians want to spend their time, online and offline” from the Oregon Library Association: Vision 2020 (OLA 2020)* Carnegie Library Centennial

New Children’s Room Newberg Cultural District

Page 2 A. Provide an enjoyable, easy to use and inspiring B. Utilize technology to improve and enhance environment. services. “Support lifelong learning wherever, whenever and however it happens. Libraries will be there when Oregonians need to learn new things, in new ways. “from OLA 2020

Lobby and Furniture Work with CCRLS, the Improvements Await regional library system, for improvements to online services.

B. Utilize technology to improve and enhance B. Utilize technology to improve and enhance services. services.

Public Computer Resources

“The computer failed yesterday and I lost all my work. I had to come back today and recreate it. Active Facebook presence It’s to complete a city required document.”

“There are too few computers and too few Consistently update and add hours in which to use them.” to the library’s web site The good news: WiFi is now throughout the building.

C. Meet head on the challenges of the C. Meet head on the challenges of the economic times. “Library staff and library advocates will actively participate in nimble, supportive and economic times. creative organizations.” from OLA 2020

Staff pursued funding from the Newberg Earlybird Rotary, Newberg Kiwanis,

Raised $385,000 Yamhill Enrichment Society, Chehalem for the Children’s Garden Club, Newberg Community Room Remodel Foundation and more to fund additional programs and services.

Page 3 C. Meet head on the challenges of the economic D. Become the literacy center in the times. community for all ages. Provide services that those with limited “Support lifelong learning wherever, whenever and however it happens.” From OLA 2020 financial means will find helpful.

•Cultural Passes to a variety of museums •Free computer classes •Computers to use to apply for jobs and more SkyLab at the •DVDs to view instead of cable TV library •Books to Read •Early Literacy Storytimes for their children •Book Clubs for elementary age reading Early Literacy Delivery of books to enrichment Storytimes 27 child cares in Newberg

D. Become the literacy center in the E. Remain and increase the role of the Library community for all ages. as the heart of the Community. “Make their communities better, by providing the services and resources their communities need.” from OLA 2020 •The Library Update Newsletter is mailed to over 300 households and businesses each month. •Online Newsletter goes to over 900 email Teen Writing addresses each month. Classes Book Clubs for Elementary Age Students.

Computer Literacy Over 50 partners supported the Reading For All projects All Ages Summer Reading Programs

E. Remain and increase the role of the Library as What’s Next… the heart of the Community. • Update Computers and peripherals • Revise the Checkout/Checkin area for greater efficiency • Freshen up the entire library, especially furniture, lobby and meeting room Partner with Chehalem Cultural Center, Newberg Downtown • Continue the community literacy efforts Coalition, Newberg Schools, and other local organizations. • Increase open hours and funds for resources.

Page 4 Newberg Cultural District Newberg Cultural District

Newberg Cultural District Newberg Cultural District

• IGA between CPRD and the City for B. Board manages outside venues, management including having agreement on rents, uses, consideration of neighborhood A. Form a five member executive board liveability issues. to manage the district. C. Board develops design consistency – One representative each from property through the area including signage, owners, City and CPRD landscaping, etc. with city and CPRD – One representative each from cultural funding those projects as they are facilities in the area, Library and Cultural budgeted. Center

Newberg Cultural District Newberg Cultural District

Current Projects: Current Projects:

3. Develop reservation and management 1. Developing the Newberg Cultural Center processes and rules for the outdoor Website (Developed and managed by CCC) spaces – Forecourt of the Cultural Center 2. NEA Our Town grant to develop – Carnegie Court wayfinding and other art installation designs for Cultural District. – Rotary Centennial Park Grassy Area – Sheridan Street, a “festival street”

Page 5 Newberg Cultural District Newberg Cultural District Current Projects 4. Rebuild Sheridan Street and the Cultural Center Forecourt

Page 6 Chehalem Valley Vision Plan presentation

By Claudia Stewart Administrative Assistant Newberg Public School District

Page 7 A cooperative governmental effort by City of Dundee City of Newberg Beyond the Vision Chehalem Park and Recreation District Newberg Public Schools Yamhill County

The Chehalem Valley

The preparation of this report was funded in part with a grant from in 2020 the Oregon State Lottery through the Mid-Willamette Valley Commu- nity Development Partnership for the purpose of promoting economic and community development.

Chehalem Valley Strategic Plan1 Page 8 2

Page 9 CITIES OF NEWBERG AND DUNDEE, CHEHALEM PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT, NEWBERG PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND YAMHILL COUNTY

Dear Chehalem Valley Residents

“Beyond the Vision“ is a joint effort of five local jurisdictions in the Chehalem Valley: the cities of Newberg and Dundee, Newberg PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Chehalem Park and Recreation District, and Yamhill County, to implement the VISION for the Chehalem Valley created by our residents and public officials over the past several years.

This vision was clearly articulated by members of our community several times since the mid 1990’s. Chehalem Future Focus I and II, the Dundee Citizen Action Committee, the City of Dundee, the Newberg Downtown Association, and the Newberg City Council have all put forward a consistent VISION of a “desired future” for the Chehalem Valley and the Cities of Dundee and Newberg. All these efforts involved extensive community input and participation from the residents of the Chehalem Valley.

This current effort to move “Beyond the Vision” began in November of 2001 with two workshops that included all the elected officials of the five jurisdictions in this joint effort. Based on the VISION created by our community, the elected officials identified capital improvements and operating projects that could be jointly implemented at a cost savings to local taxpayers. Since that time this process has been guided by a Steering Committee comprised of elected officials and the chief administrative officers of the participating jurisdictions.

Extensive community input for this effort was solicited through three community forums, two in English and one in Spanish. These efforts were supplemented by two random sample surveys of the residents of the Chehalem Valley. Together, these efforts provided excellent community guidance in ranking the various projects according to the priority of local residents.

To provide continuity for this effort into the future, “Beyond the Vision” will be brought before the governing bodies of each of the jurisdictions for final comments from our citizens and formal adoption in February 2004. It is the intent of the Steering Committee guiding this process to update this strategic plan annually after first checking in with our Chehalem Valley citizens as we have done in the preparation of this document.

We would like to thank the many participants who willingly gave of their time to attend public forums, meetings, and to respond to the questions which were asked in the random sample surveys carried out as part of this process. We look forward to a continuing dialogue with the residents of the Chehalem Valley as we move forward with the continuing implementation of “Beyond the Vision.”

Roger Worrall Mike McBride Former Mayor of Dundee Chair, Chehalem Park and Recreation District Board of Directors Bob Stewart Mayor of Newberg Leslie Lewis Chair, Yamhill County Board of Commissioners Melinda Van Bossuyt Chair, Newberg Public Schools 34 Board of Directors 3

Page 10 A cooperative governmental effort by City of Dundee City of Newberg Chehalem Park and Recreation District Newberg Public Schools Yamhill County

The preparation of this report was funded in part with a grant from the Oregon State Lottery through the Mid-Willamette Valley Commu- nity Development Partnership for the purpose of promoting economic and community development.

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Page 11 Other Projects of Interest to the Latino Group 4 Community 1. Transportation: Van service to get to work, bus service for areas around Newberg and Dundee, transportation to assist 1. To create a medical center with more affordable health with school activities and to able to seek work services for the Hispanic community 2. Education: More counselors for Hispanic families, short vocational courses in Spanish to prepare us for work, 2. A low income clinic such as Virginia Garcia and dental in literacy for adults Washington County 4 3. Recreation and Culture: Recreation programs for young 3. More meetings like this one tonight to express different people after school, construct soccer fields, classes of ideas and the opportunity of getting to know each other traditional dances from different countries, adult 2 basketball courts, communicate activities in our own Beyond the Vision 4. Help for low income people for housing such as in language, bilingual personnel to work in these areas LaFayette 4 4. Employment: Information Office for work opportunities in Newberg and Dundee, a place where we can go 5. Domestic violence shelters 3 A Strategic Plan without fear of being questioned about our legal status, 6. Health Clinic at low cost including dental, pediatric, information office for food stamps, training on how to for the Chehalem Valley general medicine, gynecology, chiropractor and a direct start Hispanic businesses line for 24 hours emergencies 13 5. Government: Have a representative to the government in Newberg/Dundee; organize a committee which will promote the ideas presented tonight, Hispanic Other Projects Generated by Participants representative for the different governments mentioned Chehalem Valley Vision for 2020 ...... page 6 (police, fire, library, City Councils) Group 1 6. Other Projects: First aid classes in Spanish, emergency 1. Transportation : Autobuses, highway bicycles systems, a Spanish newspaper connected to the existing 2. Education newspaper—Newberg Graphic, health clinic, Creating a Strategic Plan...... page 10 a. More information in the student community counseling for Mental Health with bilingual and Mission and Goals b. Classes for young people 15-19; for laborers 20-26 bicultural counselors Background 3. Recreation and Culture : Multicultural festivals, Mecha, Citizen Involvement cultural groups Group 5 4. Economic Development: More opportunities to seek 1. Bus service for areas outside Newberg—eg—Sherwood, work through an employment office Tualatin, etc. 5. Governmental operations: Bilingual personnel 2. Add more time for the lights for pedestrians to cross Vision Action Plan ...... page 12 6. Other: PCC courses, community center, medical clinic, 3. A new highway or bypass to McMinville Governance and Civic Involvement books in Spanish, bilingual personnel in library and 4. Provide short course technical school for short courses Education DMV 5. Library: provide materials in Spanish about different Latin Economy and Employment American countries Health and Social Services Group 2 6. Recreation: provide a brochure in Spanish about the 1. Program of Neighborwatch, in cooperation with police. sports events in the community Public Safety 2. Low income health clinic in Newberg 7. Newberg Graphic: A column in Spanish to offer social Housing 3. Public transportation from Newberg to Sherwood— services, sports, work, health and events in town. Culture and the Arts 6:00am to 10:00 pm 8. A place for family exercise Transportation 9. An employment office open 7 days a week 4. Intensive English classes Downtown Development 5. Industrial growth with opportunities for work 10. Need for a low cost health clinic; direct line in Spanish for health services when there is an emergency Parks, Greenways and Riverfront 11. Low cost tickets for public transportation Group 3 Sustainability 1. Technical courses in the schools Communications Group 6 2. Extension university courses 1. Location where employers can pick up day laborers 3. High rents; need for apartments for low income families 2. Teaching Latin American culture 4. Temporary work in offices 3. Access to sports fields Appendices ...... page 16 5. Books at the appropriate levels 4. League for sports; opportunity for informal groups to Steering Committee 6. CAFÉ treatment has become better use sports fields 7. Health clinic Capital Projects Operational Projects 8. A way to have more work Group 7 9. Security in the schools 1. Microbuses for 30 passengers Communication Plan 2. Combis for 10 passengers Financial Data 3. Improve transportation between Newberg and Portland Survey Data 4. Improve transportation between Newberg and Latino Forum 32 McMinnville 5

Page 12 13. Construction of a community college in this area 5. High Rents 2 14. To promote or create English classes for adult 6. Placement office for temporary workers 3 Hispanics on a daily basis in the area 7. More work 2 8. Information office for employment in Newberg and Dundee 3 Recreation and Culture 9. Information office on how to utilize food stamps 3 10. Training on how to start new Hispanic businesses 4 • Development of a Multi-Cultural Center in the old 11. Employment office in Newberg; Newberg Central School in downtown Newberg. 21 Graphic needs a Spanish page/column to inform about events and social services 7 A Vision of the Chehalem Valley in 2020 • A community center in Dundee 2 12. To create more employment for the Hispanic • Create a library district to improve the library system of community the area. 7 13. Improve buildings in downtown area to attract • A riverfront park which has pedestrian paths and streets business to connect to the downtowns of Newberg and 14. Construction of a parking lot on First Street. Community Identity tative of the diverse population of the area, and Dundee. 22 15. More affordable housing developments for the The downtown Around the year 2020, the Chehalem Valley the public sector, the private sector, George Fox Hispanic community • A golf course financed and operated with the revenues Newberg and continues to be independent from the larger University and local churches collaborate to 16. To have or to create better opportunities for generated by the project. 4 Dundee core areas Portland Metropolitan Area to the north, and ensure that new ways for citizen engagement Hispanics to buy a house are vibrant com- is characterized by a friendly, small-town atmo- are constantly offered. Local governments are • Other Projects 17. To build pedestrian bridges on 99W mainly in proactive and assertive in sharing information commercial areas. mercial areas, with sphere. It’s a community that retains its distinct 1. Museum for all cultures with the citizens of the Chehalem Valley, and 18. To improve relations between landlords and renters both cities main- geographical, historical and cultural identity, 2. More books in Spanish in the libraries preserving a “small town” feeling of livability. listen carefully to citizen responses to their (high rents and poor conditions) taining a “small 3. Develop multicultural sports leagues 2 The downtown Newberg and Dundee core communiqués. town” downtown 4. More opportunity to present Hispanic Folklore in the areas are vibrant commercial areas, with both community 1 atmosphere and cities maintaining a “small town” downtown Improve Governmental Operations Education 5. The library should provide books and materials in character. atmosphere and character. Newberg’s down- Students achieve high academic standards. Spanish on Latin American countries • Increase police and fire service to improve public safety. town is integrated with George Fox University Students are actively involved in community 6. Provide information in Spanish on sports events in Added In: to be bilingual; to speak Spanish 17 and linked to the riverfront, while Dundee’s service and leadership roles within the the community • Intergovernmental cooperation regarding basic services small town atmosphere is characterized by a community. Schools are safe and orderly and 7. A location for families to exercise together: 8 of the jurisdictions, such as water, sewer, streets, police, redesigned business district lying just west of reflect the cultural diversity of the community. 8. Books at appropriate levels fire, library, technical and administrative functions. 10 99W and linked to the riverfront. The riverfront The individual needs of students are met 9. Communication of existing activities in our language 9 is a focus of economic and recreational through special programs and by providing • Improve communication and participation between activity. alternatives to traditional schooling. governmental jurisdictions and the public. 14 Economic Development and Employment The towns are characterized by well-planned • Other Projects and livable neighborhoods. The area’s healthy Technological changes provide easy access to environment preserves the beauty of the natu- information and education for all Valley • Downtown redevelopment in the commercial centers of 1. To improve communication between governments and the Hispanic community ral surroundings—the valley and hills, forests, residents. A second high school, third middle Newberg and Dundee through creation of an Urban school and additional elementary schools have 2. Better treatment to Hispanics from police depart. agricultural lands, rivers, streams and air qual- Renewal District. 18 been constructed to meet the needs of a 3. A committee representative of the Hispanics from ity. Agricultural activities and open space pre- • Relocate the commercial center of Dundee away from growing student population. Public school Newberg and Dundee to promote these ideas serve the views from surrounding hillsides. Highway 99 4 facilities are designed and maintained to meet 4. To have a representative from the Hispanic Cultural diversity creates opportunities, and lo- the needs of public school students and to serve • Promote industrial and commercial growth to create community on the Government Board of Directors, cal residents have engaged those opportuni- the greater community. Where practical, new jobs and to increase the value of local property the Fire Department, the Library…… 3 ties. General happiness, personal growth and facilities are jointly financed and managed by taxes. 27 5. Bilingual persons for employment services for the strong families are encouraged and promoted. cooperating jurisdictions and other entities. The • Other Projects Hispanic community 3 school district lead a coalition of community 1. A central agency to protect the Hispanic works here 6. Inferior treatment because we are Mexican groups to establish an Early Childhood in Newberg in general 7. A health clinic 11 Governance and Civic Involvement Education Center. 8. Need more help with money w/the community/ Citizen engagement and involvement are em- 2. Public childcare with bilingual services 1 3. More bilingual training in different areas Chemeketa college students have a better phasized in planning and implementation. Col- The Newberg School District has broadened opportunity to have a career 5 partnerships with the community college, 4. Small business licenses and orientation for the laboration and both informal and formal part- 9. Program of nighttime public safety to avoid crimes nerships between local governments, the busi- George Fox University and local business to development of the knowledge and talents of the community. For example: dressmaking and 10. Health Clinic for the community 16 ness community, schools, private organizations provide professional technical opportunities for tailoring, beauty salons; small business licenses and and citizens lead to successful planning and high school youth. Newberg School District is permits and information for those who are completion of civic projects. The cities of an active partner with other educational entities caterers, hair stylists, etc, so they can become Newberg and Dundee have developed a in creating opportunities for continuous learning throughout the community. licensed as well as be aware of resources such as highly organized volunteer program represen- commercial kitchens to rent for a caterer to provide 6 a meal.7 31

Page 13 Latino Forum

Executive Summary November 1, 2001

A forum to hear from Spanish-speaking residents was District and Yamhill County. Spanish-speaking promoters conducted on November 1, 2001, to gather feedback on encouraged attendance, resulting in participation by the same issues that earl;ier public forums touched on: approximately 100 local Spanish-speaking residents. transportation, health care, education, recreation and Participants discussed and evaluated specific projects and culture, economic development and employment, and added their own suggestions for meeting needs in the governmental operations. community. (Note: the number following the statement under each heading indicates the number of votes The forum was sponsored by the Chehalem Valley Strategic participants gave each item. Each votes indicates support Planning partners: the Cities of Newberg and Dundee, for an item.) Chehalem Park and Recreation District, Newberg School

Transportation Education

(Note: The freeway bypass will not be discussed tonight • A new high school, with classrooms, a cafeteria, and an because it has been discussed in the transportation plans auditorium to accommodate the growth of students in Economy and Employment Public Safety of the Cities of Newberg and Dundee) the area. 15 A diversified economy provides balanced The Chehalem Valley is an ideal and safe place • A new elementary school for 600 students to accommo- economic opportunities for the residents of for families and children. Local citizens work • Construct and improve the local streets and roads to date the growth of students in the area.14 the Chehalem Valley. Agriculture and closely with the business community, churches, schools, public agencies and law enforcement resolve traffic problems, financed through • Construct a special facility for students who are at “high agribusinesses are an important component of to develop programs that promote public safety transportation fees. 8 risk” in the schools. 11 the local economy. The natural beauty of the area encourages tourism and the wine industry. for youth and the general citizenry. The result • Develop a system of autobuses to connect Newberg • Improve the elementary schools of Mabel Rush, Ewing- A carefully targeted retail recapture strategy has is a physically safe community, downtown, and and Dundee with the surrounding area. 10 Young, and other facilities of the school district. 4 encouraged more local shopping and park areas that allow a diverse population to • Bus service every hour between Newberg-Dundee • Other Projects minimized buying outside of the area. grow and prosper without threat to person or and Sherwood-Portland 66 1. Recognition of the education obtained in Latin Downtown areas are vibrant commercial areas property. • Construct and improve sidewalks for pedesterians to America that support the local economy. improve pedestrian safety 12 2. Need more teachers so the students could get more Clean industries have been developed using a Housing • Other Projects attention and to graduate knowing a lot. Some “campus” design. Plenty of family wage jobs Diverse housing opportunities of high quality 1. Microbuses (a type of public transport in Latin students get passed from grade to grade but not Plenty of family are available for citizens of the area. Tourism is are available, including executive housing with America 1 learning nothing. wage jobs are a major economic force, its strengths based on a golf facility that attracts residents of higher 3. We need more teachers so the students can receive 2. Combis (same) 1 the premise that the Chehalem Valley is 1) the income, historic homes, affordable housing for available for more attention and graduate with more 3. Better transport between Newberg and Portland gateway to the wine country; 2) characterized low and moderate income residents, rentals, citizens of the area. knowledge. Some students graduate but have not by a clean and comfortable environment; and, condominiums, and housing for the elderly, Tourism is a major 4. Better transport between Newberg and learned sufficiently. 3) offers the historical experience of a friendly, disabled and disadvantaged. economic force. McMinnville 4. Increase the hours and the days for kindergarten 5. The project from Dundee to Newberg on small town and village America in the earlier 5. A technical school for short courses: example: th Sundays and in the afternoons period of the 20 century. As a destination tinplating, sewing, beauty parlors, mechanics, location for visitors, the community of Dundee Culture and the Arts 6. Public bus service for outside of Newberg. In plumbing, computers, first aid classes, librarians 13 now has two small exclusive hotels and bed To meet citizens’ cultural needs, diverse Areas near Newberg, provide low cost tickets. 6. English classes for adults (intensive). Of various amenities are offered that include live theater, Provide instruction in Spanish 12 and breakfast inns. The service industry has levels (writing, reading) 6 expanded, with the health industry and health museums, historical venues, and public art. 7. Service to be able to go to work 7. More counseling for Hispanic families research being a major provider of employment Museums focus community and tourist 8. Bus service around Newberg and Dundee with 8. Short vocational courses in Spanish to prepare us for in this sector of the economy. attention on the local heritage and history of specific hours 7 work 9 the area. George Fox University assists in 9. Adult literacy classes providing a focus for cultural events promoting 10. Technical courses 4 Health and Social Services the values of the area. The Chehalem Valley Arts Center in the old Central School is home 11. University courses 2 Health care is provided locally through a one- for local groups, classes and visiting artisans 12. Security in the schools 7 stop health care facility. Social services are also and thespians, and a facility for meetings, 7 30 available locally. events and community service Page 14 42. A plurality of respondents prefer that cludes maintenance and repairs to Mabel Rush and Newberg use the additional revenue from the Ewing Young Elementary Schools. The community emergency communication tax district to hire ad- also appears very supportive and aware of address- ditional police officers, while one-quarter prefer ing enrollment growth issues in the district. that Newberg reduce taxes. Newberg responses appear consistent with those of the total universe. It is interesting to note, that while transportation and growth are identified as serious issues for the com- 43. A plurality of respondents prefer that munity, well under half of respondents initially sup- Dundee use the additional revenue from the port the proposed transportation projects. Support emergency communication tax district to fund increases slightly with information that specified emergency services and transportation, while projects will provide pedestrian and travel improve- fewer numbers prefer that Dundee reduce taxes. ments across the city. In a smaller sub-sample, isolating only Dundee residents, half of respondents prefer that Dundee Less than half of respondents initially agree with use the additional revenue to fund emergency Newberg’s decision to create an urban renewal dis- services and transportation, while much fewer trict. Support substantially increases however, when numbers prefer that Dundee reduce taxes. presented with information that the district does not increase the property tax rate, and will improve 44. Clearly the community has identified issues Newberg’s core areas. Respondents also support relating to growth, and more specifically to traf- the collaboration to renovate Central School. fic as serious issues for Newberg, Dundee and the surrounding areas. A majority of the com- Once again, respondents initially appear less sup- munity appears to be aware of the collaboration portive of the emergency communication tax dis- occurring between the cities of Newberg, trict until presented with information that the con- Dundee, the Newberg School District, the solidation would provide significant cost savings Chehalem Park and Recreation District, and for both Newberg and Dundee if applied to more Yamhill County. This is a significant improvement police officers in Newberg and emergency services from November 2001. and transportation in Dundee.

Even with these positive responses, it is clear that While it appears respondents are initially slightly respondents are struggling with the combined costs supportive of the $39.5 million school district of the proposed projects. bond measure, support significantly increases when presented with information related to cost Overall, it appears the proposed school district bond savings due to current interest rates, that new measure receives the highest and most consistent residents in the future will assist in the payment support at this time. Diversity of the bond measure, and that the proposal in- Dundee and The trend towards greater cultural diversity that and alternative modes of transportation such as Newberg have began in the early 1990’s has continued bicycles, pedestrians, trolley and mass transit. successfully through 2020, providing new opportunities for Commercial and truck traffic has been rerouted established an civic and cultural engagement within the out of downtown. Efficient parking has been efficient Chehalem Valley. The residents of the area have provided in both Dundee and in Newberg. transportation effectively engaged these new opportunities. In Newberg, First Street is the main street, a two corridor and The Latino population is well represented in way street including a landscaped median strip, community both government and business. angled parking, transit stops, bike lanes and ex- transportation tra wide sidewalks for customers. Traffic calm- system for ing devices exist, including bulb-outs to slow traf- Transportation residential and fic. Hancock Street and Second Street are one The Chehalem Valley has developed a safe and way streets with two lanes and parking on both commercial traffic. efficient transportation network that promotes sides. Where appropriate, the street system has ease of movement throughout the Valley. A been developed in a grid pattern to tie the com- commuter rail line connects the Chehalem munity together physically and socially. In Valley with Portland and McMinnville. Dundee Dundee, the redesigned street and bypass sys- and Newberg have successfully established an tem for 99W enhances and supports the local efficient transportation corridor and community economy. The highway is visually attractive with transportation system for residential and its award winning landscaping, creative traffic is- commercial traffic. Newberg has embraced the lands and accessible parking areas. The eastern volume of traffic downtown as a symbol of and western portions of the community are con- 8 vibrancy. The traffic makeup now includes autos nected by appealing pedestrian bridges over 99W. 29

Page 15 27. On the other hand, an argument that 35. The fact that the City of Newberg is work- pushes respondents to decrease support for the ing cooperatively with the Chehalem Park and proposed projects is knowledge that the city Recreation District to use a portion of urban re- transportation projects do not include state fund- newal development dollars to help renovate ing for a bypass. Central School for cultural and art activities also pushes respondents to support creation of the 28. Decreasing support by the largest margin, urban renewal district. Working collaboratively is knowledge that the City of Newberg is consid- to renovate Central School is a primary theme. ering a $3 per month residential fee for trans- portation projects instead of $5, and this reduc- 36. Slightly over half of respondents rate “pro- Downtown Development tion would not include North Main improve- mote commercial and industrial growth”, finance The Newberg Downtown Association, the City ments, Villa Road improvements and the public improvements and create economic de- of Newberg, The Newberg Area Chamber of Wilsonville Road intersection. velopment opportunities”, and “contribute a Commerce and a diversity of local groups portion of urban renewal dollars to assist in the worked in partnership to revitalize the 29. Slightly over half of respondents rate “im- renovation of Central School” as highest priori- downtown Newberg area along a “vintage prove Elliott Street from 99W to Newberg High ties. On the other hand, “improve parking op- eclectic” downtown theme. The downtown is School” as the highest priority. On the other portunities in downtown Newberg”, and “im- seen as customer-friendly with a variety of hand, “improve the intersections at Villa Road prove the street appearance in downtown successful businesses including retail shops, and Springbrook Road”, and “pave gravel streets Newberg” were given lower priority rankings. restaurants, sidewalk cafes, boutique shops, throughout the city” are given lower priority Once again, isolating only Newberg responses, salons, bakeries and other commercial activities. rankings. Furthermore, when isolating Newberg “finance public improvements and create eco- resident responses, percentages appear consis- nomic development opportunities in downtown The area from the Police building to the Old tent with the total universe. Newberg”, is rated as the highest priority, fol- Central School has been redeveloped into a lowed by “promote commercial and industrial central plaza that ties the community together 30. Slightly less than half of respondents agree growth”. while anchoring downtown. Downtown with the City of Newberg’s $15 million urban vacancies have been filled, and the old Loren renewal district, while over one-third disagree 37. Slightly less than half of respondents favored Berg property is now Butler Market Place, a with the creation of the district. Again, the emergency communication tax district, while charming place for shopping and Newberg responses appear consistent with the fewer numbers opposed. entertainment located on the Civic Corridor that Parks, Greenways, Riverfront total universe. goes from Central School to Memorial Park. 38. Top reasons for favoring the proposal are Development and Open Space Adequate parking characterizes the downtown A park system of neighborhood, community 31. “Will increase livability in the city” tops the “will improve response time/services”, and “makes areas of Newberg and Dundee. Newberg now list of reasons why respondents agree with the sense/good idea”. and regional parks is in place to provide Dundee’s and has a successful Farmer’s Market located in a opportunities for individuals and groups Newberg’s creation of the urban renewal district, followed highly visible area of the downtown, by “more appealing to business”, and “down- 39. Main reasons for opposing the tax district within the Chehalem Valley to become pedestrian friendly are “has been separate/leave it that way” and showcasing local agricultural, craft and artistic physically, socially, psychologically and town project already started/should continue”. products. riverfront, scenic “taxes are too high”. spiritually enhanced. The Willamette River picnic areas, quality 32. Principal reasons respondents disagree has been reclaimed and is an integral part of The businesses and buildings reflect the bygone regional and with the urban renewal district are “too many 40. The argument that produces the largest in- era of the early 1900’s with historic street lighting, the community. crease in support for the tax district is knowledge neighborhood projects/too much money”, “not necessary/jus- while the sidewalks have brink extensions making The Cities of Dundee and Newberg, the tified”, and “address more important things that the consolidation of emergency communi- them wider. There are benches, hanging baskets parks, specialized cations into a taxing district would free up County, the Chehalem Park and Recreation recreational first”. and flower boxes, public restrooms, waste District, the State of Oregon and other public $400,000 for the City of Newberg, and these receptacles and water fountains located facilities, fine shops 33. The argument that produces the largest funds would be used to hire additional police and private organizations have cooperated to throughout the downtown area. The Hess Creek create a riverfront park that connects Newberg and eateries attract increase in support of the urban renewal dis- officers. Cost savings applied to more police in gateway to downtown has been improved with local families as well trict is knowledge that the creation of an ur- Newberg is a primary theme for respondents. with Dundee and other parts of the region. flowering trees, vintage lighting, wrought iron as connoisseurs of ban renewal district does not increase the prop- Dundee’s and Newberg’s pedestrian friendly 41. Similarly, the argument that the emergency railings and a footbridge linking both sides of riverfront, scenic picnic areas, quality regional fine wines and erty tax rate. This is a primary issue for respon- Newberg over Hess Creek. The Newberg dents. communication district would free up $45,000 and neighborhood parks, specialized restaurants. for the City of Dundee that would be used to downtown is linked to the riverfront by the recreational facilities, fine shops and eateries 34. In addition, knowing the urban renewal fund emergency services and transportation also charming restored vintage trolley named the Red attract local families as well as connoisseurs of district would improve the street appearance pushes respondents to favor the proposal. Once Electric” after the electric railway system of the fine wines and restaurants. This riverfront park in downtown Newberg through improved again cost savings applied to emergency services early 1900’s. has become the community gathering place landscaping, lighting, sidewalks, and public and transportation in Dundee is a primary theme. Dundee’s redesigned business district lies just west and helps to support the sense of community restrooms also noticeably increases support for of 99W and includes the Sociability-Administra- and the rejuvenated downtown. Natural areas, urban renewal. Improvements to Newberg’s core tive Center and a series of specialty shops and habitat for wildlife, agricultural land and open areas are secondary issues. services pioneered by Ponzi in the late 1990’s. space have preserved the views from The Visitor’s Center and civic facilities anchor the surrounding hills. A greenway system links center and its activities near the town square. The pedestrian paths along clean rivers and streams main street and new businesses have been beau- and a public golf course provides recreational 28 tified and are linked to a 20-acre riverfront park. opportunities for local citizens. 9

Page 16 10. Slightly over half of respondents favor the 19. The argument that current projections $39.5 million school district bond measure, show that student capacity at the high school while fewer numbers oppose the proposal. is currently at 1,500 students. Out of the 1,500 students, 450 were in portable classrooms and 11. Primary reasons for favoring the bond that the proposed renovations would increase measure are “education is important/children student capacity to 1,700 students increases are the future”, “maintain quality of education/ support for the bond measure. Again, address- buildings/teachers”, and “need more facilities ing enrollment growth is a primary theme for to reduce class size”. respondents. “Taxes are too high” tops the list of rea- Moving Beyond the Vision 12. 20. A high percentage of respondents rate sons for opposing the school district bond “make major repairs and safety improvements measure, followed by “too much money”, and at Mabel Rush and Ewing Young and other “misused funds in the past”. district schools” as the highest priority. Well Creating a Strategic Plan for the Chehalem Valley 13. The argument that produces the largest over half of respondents also give “construct increase in support for the bond measure is new classrooms, cafeteria, auditorium and re- knowledge that due to current interest rates, place portable classrooms at the high school” Mission Background the district would be able to finance its school a higher priority rating. On the other hand construction projects at a much lower cost. “purchase property for future school sites at The mission of the Chehalem Valley Strategic Initiatives to articulate a vision of the future of Cost savings is a primary theme for respon- today’s market value” is given a lower priority Planning process is to complete a collabora- the Chehalem Valley were carried out at the dents. ranking. tive strategic plan, based upon a common vi- jurisdictional and joint jurisdictional levels by sion, that will provide collective guidance for the cities of Dundee and Newberg, the 14. In addition, the argument that the bond 21. Respondents are split with a plurality both programs, projects, plans and policies among Newberg School District and the Chehalem payments will be structured so that new resi- favoring and opposing the $15 million in trans- portation projects. In a smaller sub-sample, iso- the jurisdictions of the Chehalem Valley to Park and Recreation District since the beginning dents who move into the community in the lating only Newberg residents, results appear benefit their citizens. of the 1990’s. More recently, Yamhill County future will assist in the payment of the bond and the Newberg Downtown Association measure, also moves respondents to favor the consistent with those of the total universe. joined these efforts to articulate a vision of what proposed bond measure. This is a primary 22. Main reasons for favoring the projects are Goals the future of the Newberg downtown area theme for respondents. “need transportation and road improvements”, should be. • To identify specific collaborative and 15. The fact that Mabel Rush and Ewing “it is necessary”, and “will correct traffic prob- independent jurisdictions’ programs and Extensive community involvement has Young Elementary are in need of major main- lems”. projects and to work with the community characterized all of these efforts. Broad based tenance and repairs such as heating and ven- 23. Top reasons for opposing the proposed towards their implementation. community involvement has included tilation, as well as septic improvements and a projects are “too much money wasted”, “too participation by residents in public forums, new well, also significantly pushes respondents • To involve citizens in all aspects of much money at once”, and “money should go community surveys and small group meeting to favor the bond measure. Improvements to strategic planning and implementation. to bypass”. that included residents, policy makers and staff Mabel Rush and Ewing Young Elementary are of the participating jurisdictions. • To develop mechanisms that broaden primary issues for respondents. 24. The argument that produces the largest in- and strengthen sustainable collaborative The first Chehalem Future Focus was crease in support for the $15 million in transpor- communication among and between developed by these same jurisdictions in 1991 16. Knowing that all of the district’s elemen- tation projects is knowledge that improvements tary schools are at or above enrollment capac- jurisdictions and the citizens of the and adopted by each in 1992. Chehalem to Elliott Street from 99W to Newberg High ity and the passage of the proposal would re- community. Future Focus II was carried out by these same School would convert this heavily traveled road jurisdictions in 1994, and its results were lieve overcrowding also pushes respondents to into 2 lanes with improved sidewalks for pedes- • To continue the process of reviewing, published in early 1995. In early 2001, the favor the bond measure. Addressing enroll- trians. Improving travel through Newberg is a revising and implementing the strategic city of Dundee and the Dundee Citizen Action ment growth, especially as it relates to the el- primary issue. plan and its programs on an ongoing Committee completed a 20-year vision ementary school is a primary theme. basis. statement for Dundee. Concurrently, the 25. The fact that building a Northside Road con- 17. The argument that property has been do- necting 99W to North Main would improve east/ • To insure wise and prudent use of public Newberg Downtown Association completed nated to the district in order to construct a new west travel across the city and ease congestion resources. their 20-year vision statement for the future of elementary school, moves respondents to fa- downtown Newberg. The Newberg City on 99W and on Haworth, pushes respondents vor the proposal. Again reducing costs, and Council included a statement of their “desired to favor the projects. Again, improving travel in addressing enrollment growth are primary is- future” in their City Council Advance published Newberg is a primary issue. sues for respondents. in March of 2001. 26. Similarly the argument that pedestrian safety 18. In addition, knowing that current projec- A comparison of these efforts shows surprising would be improved by upgrading sidewalks and tions show student enrollment at the elemen- similarity and congruence among the visions pedestrian crossings again moves respondents tary school level will increase by 462 students developed in the different visioning processes to support the proposed projects. Pedestrian up- in the next eight years, also noticeably increases undertaken over the past 10 years. Following grades and safety improvements in Newberg are support for the bond measure. Once again, is a summary of the more important elements secondary issues. of this shared vision of how the Chehalem addressing enrollment growth is a primary 10 Valley might look in the year 2020. theme. 27

Page 17 Citizen Involvement To involve residents in this process, three community-wide forums were held. Two of Extensive citizen involvement characterized the these forums were held in English. A Latino development of “Beyond the Vision.” The forum was held in Spanish to involve the project was conceived and designed as a joint Chehalem Valley Latino population in the project of four Chehalem Valley jurisdictions, planning process. Chehalem Valley 2002 Survey and guided by a cooperative Steering Committee including the cities of Dundee and To inform community members about these Newberg, the Newberg School District and the forums, the Steering Committee made Executive Summary April 2, 2002 Chehalem Park and Recreation District. presentations to 17 community groups, mailed Representatives of Yamhill County later joined 720 invitations to invite residents to the forums, the Steering Committee. and advertised the forums in the Newberg Graphic. Presentations were made to the AM The Nelson Report recently went back into the Below, The Nelson Report has highlighted the Because of the long history of visioning work and PM Rotary Clubs, Newberg Block Parties, field to conduct its third survey for The City of key results of the survey research report. The that had been carried out in the Chehalem City Club, Kiwanis, Ministerial Alliance, the Newberg. Although a few questions were final report is over 200 pages in length, with Valley, it was decided to focus the Chehalem Economic Development Chamber Forum, identical to those presented in the previous No- multiple tables designed to assist the commit- Strategic Plan on implementing the commonly George Fox University, Yamhill County, the vember 2001 and September 1991 surveys, tee in understanding and analyzing the respon- shared Vision identified over previous years. Chamber Board, The Newberg Graphic Board many questions were different and distinct. In dents’ views. The plan was named “Beyond the Vision: The terms of those questions that were repeated, of Directors, High School Leadership, and to Throughout this executive summary, The Chehalem Valley in 2020”. the reader will note there are slight differences citizens attending the Transportation forums. Nelson Report identifies “key” demographics for Elected and administrative officials from all of in responses from the previous surveys con- Citizen feedback further developed the strategic many of the questions. Key demographics are the jurisdictions first came together in two ducted in 2001 and 1991. plan. Two random sample surveys of Chehalem those subgroups that respond at a higher per- workshops to identify how the common Vision Valley residents were conducted by the Nelson The following survey research report provides centage rate than the total sample for any given for the future of the Chehalem Valley might Group in 2001 and 2002 to identify issues of some valuable information regarding the response. The key demographic groups for become a reality. Elected representatives and importance and to rank projects according to public’s perception of cities of Newberg, any given opinion are not necessarily the only administrative staff identified specific projects resident preferences and priorities. The Dundee, Newberg School District, the subgroups in the survey who share that opin- that jurisdictions could complete collaboratively executive summary of these surveys is included Chehalem Park and Recreation District, and ion. They are however, the ones that hold that and individually. These projects became the in the appendices. Yamhill County. This report should assist the opinion most strongly. basis for extensive community involvement and strategic planning committee in its planning A total of 374 respondents were interviewed input. and decision making process in regards to the between March 15 and March 28, 2002. The proposed school district bond measure, trans- margin of error for this survey is +/-5.0% at the portation projects, urban renewal district, and 95% level of confidence. emergency communication tax district.

Conclusions 1. Respondents overwhelmingly list issues re- 5. Half of respondents believe the cities of Citizen Involvement in the Strategic Planning Process lated to “growth” driven primarily by transpor- Newberg, Dundee, the Newberg School Dis- PRESENTATIONS TO COMMUNITY tation as the most serious problems facing trict, the Chehalem Park and Recreation Dis- GROUPS

Newberg-Dundee and the surrounding area trict, and Yamhill County working together are Sept., Oct. 2001 today, followed by “schools/education”. heading in the right direction.

2. Slightly over half of respondents give the 6. An extremely high percentage of respon- PUBLIC level of cooperation between the cities of 1ST SURVEY 2ND SURVEY DRAFT HEARINGS dents believe Newberg residents are safe. MAILINGS TO 1ST ENGLISH OF CHEHALEM SPANISH 2ND ENGLISH OF CHEHALEM STRATEGIC AND ADOPTION Newberg, Dundee, the Newberg School Dis- RESIDENTS COMMUNITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY VALLEY PLAN: OF: 7. Respondents identify “budget cuts/lack of WIDE FORUM RESIDENTS WIDE FORUM WIDE FORUM RESIDENTS trict, the Chehalem Park and Recreation Dis- Sept. 2001 "BEYOND THE "BEYOND THE Nov. 15, 2001 trict, and Yamhill County a positive rating. funding” as the most serious problem facing Oct. 6, 2001 October 2001 Nov. 1, 2001 March 2002 VISION" VISION" When comparing current results with the No- the Newberg School District today, followed (STILL TO DO) vember 2001 survey results, there has been a by “overcrowded schools”.

noticeable increase in the cooperation rating. 8. Slightly less than half of respondents be- PRESS RELEASE IN NEWBERG 3. Principal reasons for a positive cooperation rat- lieve Newberg schools are overcrowded, while GRAPHIC one-quarter do not believe the schools are over- ing are “work and communicate well together” Sept. 2001 and “from what I have seen and read”. crowded. 4. Foremost reasons for a negative coopera- 9. A high percentage of respondents believe tion rating are “room for improvement”, and the quality of education will decline if the school “lack of coordination”. district does not construct space to address cur- 26 rent and future enrollment growth. 11

Page 18 9. Well over half of respondents give the 20. An extremely high number of respondents Newberg School District a positive performance rate the quality of life in Newberg, Dundee and rating, while just under a quarter rate the dis- the surrounding areas positively, while fewer trict negatively. numbers rate the quality of life negatively.

10. Principal reasons for giving the district a posi- 21. “Nice place to live” tops the list of rea- tive rating are, “children are getting educated/ sons for giving a positive quality of life rating doing well”, and “what I hear/see/read”. followed by, “small town feel”, and “crime is low/feel safe”. 11. Foremost reasons for giving the district a Moving Beyond the Vision negative rating are “overcrowded”, “poor qual- 22. Primary reasons for giving a negative qual- ity of education”, “drop out rate”, and “lack of ity of life rating are “traffic”, “overcrowded”, and funding”. “room for improvement”. A Plan for Action 12. A very high percentage of respondents 23. A very high percentage of respondents give the Chehalem Park and Recreation Dis- rate “providing an hourly link to Tri-Met’s transit trict a positive performance rating, while fewer system” and “a construction project that would “Doing The plan to move “Beyond the Vision” focuses • Create an Early Childhood Education numbers rate the district negatively. replace portable classrooms at Newberg High government on tangible, “bricks and mortar” capital Center School” as highest priorities. A large number better” in the improvements plus changes in the way local • Increase partnerships 13. Main reasons for giving a positive rating of respondents also give “safety, security and Chehalem Valley governments operate. The Steering Committee are “variety of activities for all ages”, and energy improvements to Mabel Rush and established several smaller work groups to “children’s activities”. Ewing Young Elementary schools”, “building means more Capital Improvements efficient operations develop a series of initiatives to improve and improving roads to alleviate congestion”, Through generous community support of a through greater government operations in several areas. 14. “Expensive” tops the list of reasons for giv- and the “development of agreements between $46 million capital improvement bond issue in ing the district a negative rating, followed by local governments to jointly operate, and main- cooperation, November 2002, public schools in the combining “personal experience”, and “room for improve- tain basic services” a higher priority ranking. Chehalem Valley are being repaired, renovated On the other hand, “moving Dundee’s down- resources and Governance and Civic ment”. and expanded to support a growing school town commercial district away from Highway regular Involvement population. These projects include: 15. A plurality of respondents give the level 99”, “developing a community center in communication. Dundee”, and “creating a public self-support- Operational Improvements • Expansion of Newberg High School of cooperation between the cities of Newberg, ing 18-hole golf course” are given lower prior- “Doing government better” in the Chehalem • New 550-student Joan Austin Elementary Dundee, the Newberg School District, and the Chehalem Park and Recreation District a posi- ity rankings. Valley means more efficient operations through School greater cooperation, combining resources and tive rating, while fewer numbers rate the level • Repairs and safety improvements at all 24. Clearly the community has identified is- regular communication. Collaborative of cooperation negatively. In addition, when elementary and middle schools sues relating to growth, and more specifically operational efforts focus on: comparing to results from 1991, there has been • Purchase of property for a future a noticeable decrease in the cooperation rat- to traffic as serious issues for Newberg, Dundee • Information systems and elementary and high school ing with the difference primarily going to the and the surrounding areas. These issues, how- telecommunications to save costs and Planning will commence in 2009 for a third undecided column. ever, have not had a negative impact on expand networking systems middle school to be constructed on the former respondent’s quality of life. A good part of the community does not appear aware of the col- • Land use planning to determine potential Renne School site in Newberg. 16. Principal reasons for giving a positive co- areas for future growth and development operation rating are “work together/get along” laboration occurring between the cities of Newberg, Dundee, the Newberg School Dis- • Maintenance and equipment sharing to “no problems”, and “from I see/hear/know”. trict, and the Chehalem Park and Recreation explore ways to create cost savings Economy and Employment 17. Foremost reasons for giving a negative co- District, although a large majority support the • Purchasing goods and services operation rating are “what I hear/read”, and cities jointly providing certain governmental cooperatively to create cost savings Operational Improvements “get along most of the time”. services. Important priorities to the commu- • Public works projects to create cost savings In consultation with the major economic nity appear to be related to improving roads, development players in the Chehalem Valley, 18. A large majority of respondents favor the easing traffic congestion, and linking the com- the Economic Development Subcommittee for munity to the Portland metropolitan area. Edu- cities of Newberg and Dundee jointly provid- “Beyond the Vision” recommended that Education ing certain governmental services, while fewer cation projects also rate as very high priorities. economic development was a high priority for numbers opposed. Operational Improvements immediate action. The strategic approach identified by this group included development Newberg School District, Chemeketa 19. Top reasons for opposing the cities jointly community College, the Newberg Area of a broad economic development partnership providing services are, “should stay separate/ Chamber of Commerce, Chehalem Park and with the major players for the Chehalem Valley, function better separately”, Dundee has a lot Recreation District and George Fox University including: of issues/Newberg should not get involved”, are working together to: • Newberg Area Chamber of Commerce and “would like to see library/police and fire • Improve opportunities for continuing • Cities of Newberg and Dundee departments connected”. 12 education for local residents 25

Page 19 • local businesses and property owners Providence Newberg Hospital began • Newberg School District construction of a new regional hospital in • Yamhill County October 2003. Local jurisdicitions continue to work in partnership with the hospital to support • Newberg Downtown Association this project. • Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments • Oregon Economic and Community Public Safety Development Department Chehalem Valley 2001 Survey Operational Improvements Key strategic steps include: City and County jurisdicitions are engaged in • Hold a broad community forum on planning efforts to improve public safety for all Executive Summary November 2, 2002 economic development to build Chehalem Valley residents. Project include: consensus 1. Emergency Operations • Invigorate the Chamber of Commerce • Planning is in progress to improve Economic Development Committee coordination between emergency services The following survey research report provides Throughout this executive summary, The • Seek financial aid in the form of grants providers that coordinate resources and some valuable information regarding the Nelson Report identifies “key” demographics plans of all citieis, fire districts and Yamhill • Develop community college training public’s perception of cities of Newberg, for many of the questions. Key demograph- County. Dundee, Newberg School District, and ics are those subgroups that respond at a programs tailored to the labor force • Purchasing disaster management and relief Chehalem Park and Recreation District, and higher percentage rate than the total sample needs of prospective employers supplies through grant opportunities is also the list of potential projects currently being for any given response. The key demo- in the planning stages. considered. This report should assist in graphic groups for any given opinion are not helping the strategic planning committee necessarily the only subgroups in the survey Health and Social Services identify projects the community views as who share that opinion. They are however, 2. Newberg Public Safety Improvements most important. the ones that hold that opinion most As the Newberg community grows, police and Operational Improvements strongly. fire personnel are required to keep up with Below, The Nelson Report has highlighted The Latino Community Forum identified increased demands for service. Cost savings the key results of the survey research report. A total of 375 respondents were interviewed development of a primary care health clinicin to the City of Newberg from consolidation The final report is over 200 pages in length, between October 18 and October 24, 2001. Newberg as a major priority for lower and of the Communications Centers and the with multiple tables designed to assist the The margin of error for this survey is +/-5.0% moderate-income families in the Chehalem public libraries will provide district in understanding and analyzing the at the 95% level of confidence. Valley. Recommended services included: additional revenues to add respondents’ views. • General medicine needed police positions • Pediatric services within the City of Conclusions • Gynecology Newberg. • Chiropractic services 1. Issues surrounding the “economy” are per- 5. Main reasons respondents give the city a • Dental services 3. Dundee Public Safety ceived as the most serious problems facing Or- negative rating are “room for improvement”, • A direct 24 hour/day emergency line Improvements egon today, followed by issues relating to “government”, and “need bypass/traffic”. The City of Dundee is “growth”, and “schools/education”. Capital Improvements considering the 6. A plurality of respondents give the City of Updating and expanding water and sanitary formation of a 2. Respondents clearly identify issues relating Dundee a negative rating, while fewer num- sewer systems is a priority as populations in cooperative fire to “growth” as the most serious problems fac- bers rate the city positively. An unusually large Dundee and Newberg continue to grow. The district with other ing Newberg-Dundee and the surrounding number of respondents are not sure how to City of Dundee’s wastewater facilities plan area today, followed by “schools/education”, rate the city. In a small sub-sample, isolating currently being prepared by Murray, Smith and communities. and “the economy”. A need for a bypass is the only Dundee residents, less than half give the Associates. The firm is evaluating the possibility overwhelming growth issue. city a negative rating, while fewer numbers rate of abandoning the Dundee treatment plan and the city positively. consolidating wastewater treatment at the 3. A large majority of respondents give the Newberg treatment plan.Projects in the City of Newberg a positive performance rating 7. Primary reasons for a negative rating are planning stages include: while just under a third rate the city negatively. “traffic/need bypass”, “problems between gov- • Dundee wastewater treatment plan ernment/mayor/council”, and “they are trying”. • Master plan for Dundee water system 4. “Doing well” tops the list of reasons for giv- • Newberg water treatment plant ing the city a positive rating, followed by “no 8. “Need bypass” tops the list of reasons for • Newberg wastewater treamtnet plant problems”, and “takes care of problems”. giving the city a positive rating, followed by “what I see/read/hear”, “do pretty good”, and and improvements to the collection system 24 “pretty progressive”. 13

Page 20 Housing • Carpool and vanpool programs in both English and Spanish Operational Improvements • Using school buses and Mid-Valley Local governements continue to work together Workshop buses for public transit to determine potential areas for future growth Financial Summary and development. Capital Improvements Long identified as the Chehalem Valley’s chief Capital Improvements concern, jurisdictions are activiely planning and Plans to construction of a golf course in constructing improvements to ease congested 2000-01 Jurisdiction Expenditures Newberg has attracted new housing roads. These projects include: development that will include single family • Newberg street improvements homes, condominiums and senior housing. • Dundee street improvements • Public transit bus shelters, park and ride Chehalem Park & Recreation Culture and the Arts locations and equipment District The Oregon Department of Transportation City of Dundee Operational Improvements 5% continues planning efforts to consturct the 4% The Newberg Library Baord continues to Newberg-Dundee bypass. Local jurisdicitions explore ways to improve and expand library are actively involved in supporting this effort. services to Dundee, Newberg and Yamhill County residents. City of Newberg Capital Improvements Downtown Development 39% The renovation of Central School for cultural Capital Improvements and art activities continues through grant Newberg Public Schools funds. Under the leadership of Chehalem Park Newberg and Dundee are engaged in plans 51% and Recreation District, thisproject continues to revitalize downtown areas. The Newberg forward as funds are available. Downtown Associaion and the Newberg Area Chamber of Commerce are partners in this effort. Newberg Rural Fire Transportation Protection District 1% Operational Improvements Parks, Greenways and Improving public transit linkages to better connect the Newberg-Dundee area with the Riverfront Development 2000-01 Jurisdiction Expenditures by Function Portland Area Public Transit System (Tri-Met) was Operational Improvements identified as the highest priority identified in the Local governements continue to work together Library Services resident telephone survey carried out by the Capital Improvement to determine potential areas for future growth 1% Nelson Group and by Latino residents in the and development. Specifically jurisdicitions are 10% Spanish forum. clarifying the role of the Newberg Urban Area Debt Service Management Commission (NUAMC) and 5% Recommendations to address expanded Contingency transportation services include: analyze the Urban Growth Boundary. 1% • Completion and implementation of Yamhill Capital Improvements Educational Services Governance/Managemen County’s two year countywide alternative The vision for green public spaces in 2020 is 37% 8% transportation planning effort, a collaborative on the drawing board. Specific projects include: effort by Yamhill County, the Cities in Yamhill • A public golf course in Newberg operatived County, the Grand Ronde Tribe, and citizens by the Chehalem Park and Recreation Support Services from throughout the county to address District 5% transit questions within the county, including Planning and Developmen the Chehalem Valley. • Additional parks in both Newberg and Dundee 3% • Publicity in English and Spanish about the existing transit service • Development of the Willamette Riverfront Parkway is in the early planning stages. This Facilities Operation & Recreation Services • Expansion of existing transit service is a collaborative effort between the Cities • Clarifying that transit is for all public and Maintenance 2% of Newberg and Dundee and Yamhill Municipal Utilities Public Safety not only senior citizens County 11% 6% 11% 14 23

Page 21 Sustainability Communications To insure the sustainability of this strategic Communication between government jurisdic- planning effort, “Beyond the Vision” will be tions and the citizens they serve continue to updated annually, and community forums will be an essential part of this planning effort. A 2003-2005 be held in both English and in Spanish to insure plan for systematic, ongoing, two-way com- effective community input and participation in munication continues to guide efforts to “move Communication Plan this effort. The updated strategic plan will be beyond the vision.” printed and circulated in draft form for final public comment during the public hearing and Communications goals include: Goal 1 c. Inform employees of each jurisdiction adoption process before each of the five • Involve citizens and local jurisdicitions in • Presentation to staff with emphasis on the role jurisdictions participating in this effort: Cities of developing and implementing the strategic plan. Involve citizens and local jurisdictions in developing and and effect on their jurisdiction Dundee and Newberg, Newberg School • Local jurisdictions and citizens implementing the strategic plan • Story in staff newsletters or normal District, Chehalem Park and Recreation District, communication channel and Yamhill County understand and support the stategic plan Strategies • Provide a report summary for staff members for the Chehalem Valley A. Public forums to engage citizens d. Inform jurisdiction’s stakeholder groups • Market the Chehalem Valley to B. Community surveys • Stories in newsletters, reports or other channels prospective businesses and residents. C. Identify key community members of communication D. Brochure and mailers seeking feedback • Include in face-to-face opportunities i.e. meetings E. Engage jurisdiction staff members in developing ideas or strategies for operational improvements C. Provide accountability for progress of strategic plan a. Annual update of the Strategic Plan Goal 2

Local jurisdictions and citizens understand and support Goal 3 the strategic plan for the Chehalem Valley. Market the Chehalem Valley to prospective businesses and Strategies residents A. Formal adoption of the Chehalem Valley Strategic Plan by elected bodies of participating jurisdictions Strategies a. Presentation at joint jurisdictional meeting A. Coordinate with Economic Development Committee and Visitors Bureau to develop a marketing plan for the B. Publicize the strategic plan a. Report on the Chehalem Valley Strategic Plan Chehalem Valley. • Produce and distribute a comprehensive report on the Chehalem Valley Strategic Plan • Produce a 4-page summary for broad community distribution • Presentations (power point) to service organizations, businesses, governmental partners and audiences within each jurisdiction • Work with local media on story and editorial b. Create a presence on the web • Include a “Chehalem Valley Strategic Planning” • area in each jurisdiction’s website • Post report on the web sites

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Page 22 16 Organization of LatinoPublicForum JohnKrawczyk,Administrator • LeslieLewis,Commissioner • Yamhill County ClaudiaStewart,Communications Specialist • Dr. Paula Radich,Superintendent • MelindaVan Bossuyt,Board ofDirectors • Newberg SchoolDistrict DuaneCole,FormerCityManager • JimBennett,CityManager • BobStewart,Mayor • ChuckCox,FormerMayor • LisaHelickson,Councilor • DonnaMcCain,Councilor • BartonBrierley, Planner • KatherineTri, FinanceDirector • City ofNewberg RogerWorrall, FormerMayor • EveFoote,Administrator • City ofDundee DonClements,Superintendent • DonnaMcCain,Board ofDirectors • Chehalem ParkandRecreation District guiding thedevelopmentof“BeyondVision”: The followingelectedandadministrativeofficials participatedactivelyin Strategic PlanningSteeringCommittee Beyond theVision MariaSmith,Latino Network,MultnomahCounty • MarthaFrack, Newberg SchoolDistrict • KristianFrack, Newberg SchoolDistrict • Gerardo Ibarra,Newberg SchoolDistrict • Anita Galián,Newberg SchoolDistrict • Julio Galián,Newberg SchoolDistrict • Rogelio Vivanco, Newberg SchoolDistrict • implementation oftheLatino Forum: The followingpersonswere instrumentalintheorganization and Page 23

Cooperative Operational Projects Matrix, Continued COOPERATIVE PARTICIPANTS PROJECTPROJECTPROJECT EXPECTED OUTCOMES & CURRENT TIMELINETIMELINETIMELINE OPERATIONAL LEADLEADLEAD BENEFITSBENEFITSBENEFITS STATUSSTATUSSTATUS PROJECTPROJECTPROJECT

DUNDEE PUBLIC Dundee Police and Fire Chief Stock N Explore formation of a cooperative Planning SAFETYSAFETYSAFETY Departments fire district with other communities

DUNDEE PARKS Dundee Parks Committee Jeanette Adlong, N Create parks and open space Draft in review Spring 2005 Chairman master plan

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Cooperative Operational Projects Matrix, Continued COOPERATIVE RESPONSIBILITY PROJECT EXPECTED OUTCOMES & CURRENTCURRENTCURRENT TIMELINETIMELINETIMELINE OPERATIONAL LEADLEADLEAD BENEFITSBENEFITSBENEFITS STATUSSTATUSSTATUS PROJECTPROJECTPROJECT

LAND USELAND USE N Review of NUMAC Barton Brierly, City N Clarify the role of NUMAC Planning Spring 2005 N UGB Analysis Planner N Determine potential areas for UGB expansion

MAINTENANCE: N City of Newberg Waide Bailey, N Establish technical group to meet Planning EQUIPMENT N City of Dundee Maintenance Supervisor regularly to find ways to cooperate SHARINGSHARINGSHARING N CPRD and Scott Woods, and create cost savings N Newberg School District Custodial Supervisor, Newberg School District N Yamhill County

PURCHASING N City of Newberg Claire Hertz, Director of N Establish technical group to meet Planning Spring 2004 N City of Dundee Business Services, regularly to find ways to cooperate N CPRD Newberg School District and create cost savings N Newberg School District N Yamhill County

PUBLIC WORKS N City of Newberg Waide Bailey, N Establish technical group to meet Planning Spring 2004 N City of Dundee Maintenance Supervisor regularly to find ways to cooperate N CPRD and Scott Woods, and create cost savings N Newberg School District Custodial Supervisor, Newberg School District N Yamhill County

EDUCATION N Newberg School District Dr. Paula Radich, N Establish a plan to implement Planning January 2005 N Chemeketa Community Superintendent, sustained and improved opportunities College Newberg School District for continuing education for area N Newberg Area Chamber of Dr. Sandra Lawson, Asst. residents. Commerce Superintendent, N Identify consortium and begin N CPRD Newberg School District planning for Early Childhood N George Fox University Education Center N N Portland Community College Establish increased partnerships with George Fox University

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Construction C A P I T A L P R O J E C T S S T C E J O R P L A T I P A CapitalC Projects Requires voter approval Project 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 EDUCATION High School New Elementary School Repairs Acquire Property New Middle & Elem RECREATION Central School Golf Course Dundee Center Riverfront Parkway Dundee Parks ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Improve Downtown - N Improve Downtown - D TRANSPORTATION Transit - N/D Streets - Newberg Streets - Dundee Bypass UTILITIES Dundee WTP Dundee water system Newberg WTP N - water trmt plant

EDUCATION RECREATION & CULTURE TRANSPORTATION UTILITIES S Expand Newberg High School S Redevelop Central School S Public transit bus shelters, park and S Dundee wastewater treatment plant S Build new elementary school S Public Golf Course ride locations and equipment S Dundee water system master plan S Repairs at all district schools; S Dundee Community Center S Newberg street improvements S Newberg wastewater treatment plan major renovation and expansion at S Willamette Riverfront Parkway S Dundee street system and collection system improvements Mabel Rush and Ewing Young Development (Newberg, S Newberg - Dundee Bypass is a state S Newberg water treatment plant Elementary Schools Dundee and Yamhill County) transportation project supported by local S Acquire property for future S Newberg, Dundee Parks jurisdictions ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT schools S Newberg downtown improvements S Construct new middle school S Dundee downtown improvements and elementary school 17 18

COOPERATIVE OPERATIONAL PROJECTS MATRIX Cooperative Operational Projects Matrix COOPERATIVE PARTICIPANTS PROJECTPROJECTPROJECT EXPECTED OUTCOMES & CURRENT TIMELINETIMELINETIMELINE OPERATIONAL LEADLEADLEAD BENEFITSBENEFITSBENEFITS STATUSSTATUSSTATUS PROJECTPROJECTPROJECT

ECONOMIC Interim Convener: Newberg Dundee Mayor N A clear economic development Ongoing DEVELOPMENT Area Chamber of Commerce strategy and work plan N A broad partnership with major Participation: Chehalem Valley economic N Newberg Downtown development players Association N Local businesses & property owners N Cities of Newberg & Dundee N Newberg School District N Yamhill County N Newberg Job & Career Center, Mid-Willamette Jobs Council N OR Economic & Community Dev. Department

PUBLIC TRANSIT Yamhill Transportation Committee Yamhill County N Potential consolidation of multiple Commissioner, Leslie public transportation services Lewis N Clear vehicle & ground signage identifying public transit N Improved public information and marketing in English & Spanish N Changed perceptions of public transit

EMERGENCY Yamhill County Yamhill County N Improved coordination between Ongoing Spring 2004 OPERATIONS City of Newberg Administrator, John emergency services providers that PLANNING City of Dundee Krawczyk coordinate resources and plans of all cities, fire districts and the county N Improved grant opportunities for purchase of disaster management and relief supplies

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LIBRARY Newberg Library Board Leah Griffith, Library N Improve and expand library services to Ongoing SERVICESSERVICESSERVICES Director, City of Newberg Dundee, Newberg and Yamhill County residents

NEWBERG Newberg Police and Fire Chief of Police, Bob N Develop capacity for service to meet Planning PUBLIC SAFETY Departments Tardiff police and fire demands as the IMPROVEMENTS Fire Chief, Michael community grows Sherman

PRIMARY HEALTH Providence Newberg Hospital Mark May, Providence N Develop a local health care clinic Planning and 2005 CARE CLINIC and SMG Foundation Newberg Hospital serving the "under-served" citizens of discussion in OFFERING Administrator the Newberg-Dundee-St. Paul area progress HEALTH SERVICES Dr. Paula Radich, TO MEET NEEDS Newberg Schools OF UNDERSERVED Superintendent AND LATINO POPULATION

INFORMATION Information Systems Technical Claire Hertz, Director of N Establish technical group to meet TBD ongoing SYSTEMSYSTEMSYSTEMSSYSTEMS andS and Group Business Services, regularly to find ways to cooperate TELETELETELE-TELE---COMMUNCOMMUNCOMMUNCOMMUN---- N Yamhill County Information Newberg School District and create cost savings ICATIONSICATIONSICATIONS Systems Department. N Cooperate with Mid-Willamette Valley N Cities of Newberg, Dundee, Michael Clark, Council of Government in computer McMinnville Technology Supervisor, networking program N Newberg School District Newberg School District N Chehalem Valley Recreation District N Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments

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COOPERATIVE OPERATIONAL PROJECTS MATRIX Cooperative Operational Projects Matrix COOPERATIVE PARTICIPANTS PROJECTPROJECTPROJECT EXPECTED OUTCOMES & CURRENT TIMELINETIMELINETIMELINE OPERATIONAL LEADLEADLEAD BENEFITSBENEFITSBENEFITS STATUSSTATUSSTATUS PROJECTPROJECTPROJECT

ECONOMIC Interim Convener: Newberg Dundee Mayor N A clear economic development Ongoing DEVELOPMENT Area Chamber of Commerce strategy and work plan N A broad partnership with major Participation: Chehalem Valley economic N Newberg Downtown development players Association N Local businesses & property owners N Cities of Newberg & Dundee N Newberg School District N Yamhill County N Newberg Job & Career Center, Mid-Willamette Jobs Council N OR Economic & Community Dev. Department

PUBLIC TRANSIT Yamhill Transportation Committee Yamhill County N Potential consolidation of multiple Commissioner, Leslie public transportation services Lewis N Clear vehicle & ground signage identifying public transit N Improved public information and marketing in English & Spanish N Changed perceptions of public transit

EMERGENCY Yamhill County Yamhill County N Improved coordination between Ongoing Spring 2004 OPERATIONS City of Newberg Administrator, John emergency services providers that PLANNING City of Dundee Krawczyk coordinate resources and plans of all cities, fire districts and the county N Improved grant opportunities for purchase of disaster management and relief supplies

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LIBRARY Newberg Library Board Leah Griffith, Library N Improve and expand library services to Ongoing SERVICESSERVICESSERVICES Director, City of Newberg Dundee, Newberg and Yamhill County residents

NEWBERG Newberg Police and Fire Chief of Police, Bob N Develop capacity for service to meet Planning PUBLIC SAFETY Departments Tardiff police and fire demands as the IMPROVEMENTS Fire Chief, Michael community grows Sherman

PRIMARY HEALTH Providence Newberg Hospital Mark May, Providence N Develop a local health care clinic Planning and 2005 CARE CLINIC and SMG Foundation Newberg Hospital serving the "under-served" citizens of discussion in OFFERING Administrator the Newberg-Dundee-St. Paul area progress HEALTH SERVICES Dr. Paula Radich, TO MEET NEEDS Newberg Schools OF UNDERSERVED Superintendent AND LATINO POPULATION

INFORMATION Information Systems Technical Claire Hertz, Director of N Establish technical group to meet TBD ongoing SYSTEMSYSTEMSYSTEMSSYSTEMS andS and Group Business Services, regularly to find ways to cooperate TELETELETELE-TELE---COMMUNCOMMUNCOMMUNCOMMUN---- N Yamhill County Information Newberg School District and create cost savings ICATIONSICATIONSICATIONS Systems Department. N Cooperate with Mid-Willamette Valley N Cities of Newberg, Dundee, Michael Clark, Council of Government in computer McMinnville Technology Supervisor, networking program N Newberg School District Newberg School District N Chehalem Valley Recreation District N Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments

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LAND USELAND USE N Review of NUMAC Barton Brierly, City N Clarify the role of NUMAC Planning Spring 2005 N UGB Analysis Planner N Determine potential areas for UGB expansion

MAINTENANCE: N City of Newberg Waide Bailey, N Establish technical group to meet Planning EQUIPMENT N City of Dundee Maintenance Supervisor regularly to find ways to cooperate SHARINGSHARINGSHARING N CPRD and Scott Woods, and create cost savings N Newberg School District Custodial Supervisor, Newberg School District N Yamhill County

PURCHASING N City of Newberg Claire Hertz, Director of N Establish technical group to meet Planning Spring 2004 N City of Dundee Business Services, regularly to find ways to cooperate N CPRD Newberg School District and create cost savings N Newberg School District N Yamhill County

PUBLIC WORKS N City of Newberg Waide Bailey, N Establish technical group to meet Planning Spring 2004 N City of Dundee Maintenance Supervisor regularly to find ways to cooperate N CPRD and Scott Woods, and create cost savings N Newberg School District Custodial Supervisor, Newberg School District N Yamhill County

EDUCATION N Newberg School District Dr. Paula Radich, N Establish a plan to implement Planning January 2005 N Chemeketa Community Superintendent, sustained and improved opportunities College Newberg School District for continuing education for area N Newberg Area Chamber of Dr. Sandra Lawson, Asst. residents. Commerce Superintendent, N Identify consortium and begin N CPRD Newberg School District planning for Early Childhood N George Fox University Education Center N N Portland Community College Establish increased partnerships with George Fox University

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Construction C A P I T A L P R O J E C T S S T C E J O R P L A T I P A CapitalC Projects Requires voter approval Project 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 EDUCATION High School New Elementary School Repairs Acquire Property New Middle & Elem RECREATION Central School Golf Course Dundee Center Riverfront Parkway Dundee Parks ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Improve Downtown - N Improve Downtown - D TRANSPORTATION Transit - N/D Streets - Newberg Streets - Dundee Bypass UTILITIES Dundee WTP Dundee water system Newberg WTP N - water trmt plant

EDUCATION RECREATION & CULTURE TRANSPORTATION UTILITIES S Expand Newberg High School S Redevelop Central School S Public transit bus shelters, park and S Dundee wastewater treatment plant S Build new elementary school S Public Golf Course ride locations and equipment S Dundee water system master plan S Repairs at all district schools; S Dundee Community Center S Newberg street improvements S Newberg wastewater treatment plan major renovation and expansion at S Willamette Riverfront Parkway S Dundee street system and collection system improvements Mabel Rush and Ewing Young Development (Newberg, S Newberg - Dundee Bypass is a state S Newberg water treatment plant Elementary Schools Dundee and Yamhill County) transportation project supported by local S Acquire property for future S Newberg, Dundee Parks jurisdictions ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT schools S Newberg downtown improvements S Construct new middle school S Dundee downtown improvements and elementary school 17 16 JohnKrawczyk,Administrator • LeslieLewis,Commissioner • Yamhill County ClaudiaStewart,Communications Specialist • Dr. Paula Radich,Superintendent • MelindaVan Bossuyt,Board ofDirectors • Newberg SchoolDistrict DuaneCole,FormerCityManager • JimBennett,CityManager • BobStewart,Mayor • ChuckCox,FormerMayor • LisaHelickson,Councilor • DonnaMcCain,Councilor • BartonBrierley, Planner • KatherineTri, FinanceDirector • City ofNewberg RogerWorrall, FormerMayor • EveFoote,Administrator • City ofDundee DonClements,Superintendent • DonnaMcCain,Board ofDirectors • Chehalem ParkandRecreation District guiding thedevelopmentof“BeyondVision”: The followingelectedandadministrativeofficials participatedactivelyin Strategic PlanningSteeringCommittee Beyond theVision MariaSmith,Latino Network,MultnomahCounty • MarthaFrack, Newberg SchoolDistrict • KristianFrack, Newberg SchoolDistrict • Gerardo Ibarra,Newberg SchoolDistrict • Anita Galián,Newberg SchoolDistrict • Julio Galián,Newberg SchoolDistrict • Rogelio Vivanco, Newberg SchoolDistrict • implementation oftheLatino Forum: The followingpersonswere instrumentalintheorganization and Organization of LatinoPublicForum Page

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DUNDEE PUBLIC Dundee Police and Fire Chief Stock N Explore formation of a cooperative Planning SAFETYSAFETYSAFETY Departments fire district with other communities

DUNDEE PARKS Dundee Parks Committee Jeanette Adlong, N Create parks and open space Draft in review Spring 2005 Chairman master plan

21 Sustainability Communications To insure the sustainability of this strategic Communication between government jurisdic- planning effort, “Beyond the Vision” will be tions and the citizens they serve continue to updated annually, and community forums will be an essential part of this planning effort. A 2003-2005 be held in both English and in Spanish to insure plan for systematic, ongoing, two-way com- effective community input and participation in munication continues to guide efforts to “move Communication Plan this effort. The updated strategic plan will be beyond the vision.” printed and circulated in draft form for final public comment during the public hearing and Communications goals include: Goal 1 c. Inform employees of each jurisdiction adoption process before each of the five • Involve citizens and local jurisdicitions in • Presentation to staff with emphasis on the role jurisdictions participating in this effort: Cities of developing and implementing the strategic plan. Involve citizens and local jurisdictions in developing and and effect on their jurisdiction Dundee and Newberg, Newberg School • Local jurisdictions and citizens implementing the strategic plan • Story in staff newsletters or normal District, Chehalem Park and Recreation District, communication channel and Yamhill County understand and support the stategic plan Strategies • Provide a report summary for staff members for the Chehalem Valley A. Public forums to engage citizens d. Inform jurisdiction’s stakeholder groups • Market the Chehalem Valley to B. Community surveys • Stories in newsletters, reports or other channels prospective businesses and residents. C. Identify key community members of communication D. Brochure and mailers seeking feedback • Include in face-to-face opportunities i.e. meetings E. Engage jurisdiction staff members in developing ideas or strategies for operational improvements C. Provide accountability for progress of strategic plan a. Annual update of the Strategic Plan Goal 2

Local jurisdictions and citizens understand and support Goal 3 the strategic plan for the Chehalem Valley. Market the Chehalem Valley to prospective businesses and Strategies residents A. Formal adoption of the Chehalem Valley Strategic Plan by elected bodies of participating jurisdictions Strategies a. Presentation at joint jurisdictional meeting A. Coordinate with Economic Development Committee and Visitors Bureau to develop a marketing plan for the B. Publicize the strategic plan a. Report on the Chehalem Valley Strategic Plan Chehalem Valley. • Produce and distribute a comprehensive report on the Chehalem Valley Strategic Plan • Produce a 4-page summary for broad community distribution • Presentations (power point) to service organizations, businesses, governmental partners and audiences within each jurisdiction • Work with local media on story and editorial b. Create a presence on the web • Include a “Chehalem Valley Strategic Planning” • area in each jurisdiction’s website • Post report on the web sites

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Page 29 Housing • Carpool and vanpool programs in both English and Spanish Operational Improvements • Using school buses and Mid-Valley Local governements continue to work together Workshop buses for public transit to determine potential areas for future growth Financial Summary and development. Capital Improvements Long identified as the Chehalem Valley’s chief Capital Improvements concern, jurisdictions are activiely planning and Plans to construction of a golf course in constructing improvements to ease congested 2000-01 Jurisdiction Expenditures Newberg has attracted new housing roads. These projects include: development that will include single family • Newberg street improvements homes, condominiums and senior housing. • Dundee street improvements • Public transit bus shelters, park and ride Chehalem Park & Recreation Culture and the Arts locations and equipment District The Oregon Department of Transportation City of Dundee Operational Improvements 5% continues planning efforts to consturct the 4% The Newberg Library Baord continues to Newberg-Dundee bypass. Local jurisdicitions explore ways to improve and expand library are actively involved in supporting this effort. services to Dundee, Newberg and Yamhill County residents. City of Newberg Capital Improvements Downtown Development 39% The renovation of Central School for cultural Capital Improvements and art activities continues through grant Newberg Public Schools funds. Under the leadership of Chehalem Park Newberg and Dundee are engaged in plans 51% and Recreation District, thisproject continues to revitalize downtown areas. The Newberg forward as funds are available. Downtown Associaion and the Newberg Area Chamber of Commerce are partners in this effort. Newberg Rural Fire Transportation Protection District 1% Operational Improvements Parks, Greenways and Improving public transit linkages to better connect the Newberg-Dundee area with the Riverfront Development 2000-01 Jurisdiction Expenditures by Function Portland Area Public Transit System (Tri-Met) was Operational Improvements identified as the highest priority identified in the Local governements continue to work together Library Services resident telephone survey carried out by the Capital Improvement to determine potential areas for future growth 1% Nelson Group and by Latino residents in the and development. Specifically jurisdicitions are 10% Spanish forum. clarifying the role of the Newberg Urban Area Debt Service Management Commission (NUAMC) and 5% Recommendations to address expanded Contingency transportation services include: analyze the Urban Growth Boundary. 1% • Completion and implementation of Yamhill Capital Improvements Educational Services Governance/Managemen County’s two year countywide alternative The vision for green public spaces in 2020 is 37% 8% transportation planning effort, a collaborative on the drawing board. Specific projects include: effort by Yamhill County, the Cities in Yamhill • A public golf course in Newberg operatived County, the Grand Ronde Tribe, and citizens by the Chehalem Park and Recreation Support Services from throughout the county to address District 5% transit questions within the county, including Planning and Developmen the Chehalem Valley. • Additional parks in both Newberg and Dundee 3% • Publicity in English and Spanish about the existing transit service • Development of the Willamette Riverfront Parkway is in the early planning stages. This Facilities Operation & Recreation Services • Expansion of existing transit service is a collaborative effort between the Cities • Clarifying that transit is for all public and Maintenance 2% of Newberg and Dundee and Yamhill Municipal Utilities Public Safety not only senior citizens County 11% 6% 11% 14 23

Page 30 • local businesses and property owners Providence Newberg Hospital began • Newberg School District construction of a new regional hospital in • Yamhill County October 2003. Local jurisdicitions continue to work in partnership with the hospital to support • Newberg Downtown Association this project. • Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments • Oregon Economic and Community Public Safety Development Department Chehalem Valley 2001 Survey Operational Improvements Key strategic steps include: City and County jurisdicitions are engaged in • Hold a broad community forum on planning efforts to improve public safety for all Executive Summary November 2, 2002 economic development to build Chehalem Valley residents. Project include: consensus 1. Emergency Operations • Invigorate the Chamber of Commerce • Planning is in progress to improve Economic Development Committee coordination between emergency services The following survey research report provides Throughout this executive summary, The • Seek financial aid in the form of grants providers that coordinate resources and some valuable information regarding the Nelson Report identifies “key” demographics plans of all citieis, fire districts and Yamhill • Develop community college training public’s perception of cities of Newberg, for many of the questions. Key demograph- County. Dundee, Newberg School District, and ics are those subgroups that respond at a programs tailored to the labor force • Purchasing disaster management and relief Chehalem Park and Recreation District, and higher percentage rate than the total sample needs of prospective employers supplies through grant opportunities is also the list of potential projects currently being for any given response. The key demo- in the planning stages. considered. This report should assist in graphic groups for any given opinion are not helping the strategic planning committee necessarily the only subgroups in the survey Health and Social Services identify projects the community views as who share that opinion. They are however, 2. Newberg Public Safety Improvements most important. the ones that hold that opinion most As the Newberg community grows, police and Operational Improvements strongly. fire personnel are required to keep up with Below, The Nelson Report has highlighted The Latino Community Forum identified increased demands for service. Cost savings the key results of the survey research report. A total of 375 respondents were interviewed development of a primary care health clinicin to the City of Newberg from consolidation The final report is over 200 pages in length, between October 18 and October 24, 2001. Newberg as a major priority for lower and of the Communications Centers and the with multiple tables designed to assist the The margin of error for this survey is +/-5.0% moderate-income families in the Chehalem public libraries will provide district in understanding and analyzing the at the 95% level of confidence. Valley. Recommended services included: additional revenues to add respondents’ views. • General medicine needed police positions • Pediatric services within the City of Conclusions • Gynecology Newberg. • Chiropractic services 1. Issues surrounding the “economy” are per- 5. Main reasons respondents give the city a • Dental services 3. Dundee Public Safety ceived as the most serious problems facing Or- negative rating are “room for improvement”, • A direct 24 hour/day emergency line Improvements egon today, followed by issues relating to “government”, and “need bypass/traffic”. The City of Dundee is “growth”, and “schools/education”. Capital Improvements considering the 6. A plurality of respondents give the City of Updating and expanding water and sanitary formation of a 2. Respondents clearly identify issues relating Dundee a negative rating, while fewer num- sewer systems is a priority as populations in cooperative fire to “growth” as the most serious problems fac- bers rate the city positively. An unusually large Dundee and Newberg continue to grow. The district with other ing Newberg-Dundee and the surrounding number of respondents are not sure how to City of Dundee’s wastewater facilities plan area today, followed by “schools/education”, rate the city. In a small sub-sample, isolating currently being prepared by Murray, Smith and communities. and “the economy”. A need for a bypass is the only Dundee residents, less than half give the Associates. The firm is evaluating the possibility overwhelming growth issue. city a negative rating, while fewer numbers rate of abandoning the Dundee treatment plan and the city positively. consolidating wastewater treatment at the 3. A large majority of respondents give the Newberg treatment plan.Projects in the City of Newberg a positive performance rating 7. Primary reasons for a negative rating are planning stages include: while just under a third rate the city negatively. “traffic/need bypass”, “problems between gov- • Dundee wastewater treatment plan ernment/mayor/council”, and “they are trying”. • Master plan for Dundee water system 4. “Doing well” tops the list of reasons for giv- • Newberg water treatment plant ing the city a positive rating, followed by “no 8. “Need bypass” tops the list of reasons for • Newberg wastewater treamtnet plant problems”, and “takes care of problems”. giving the city a positive rating, followed by “what I see/read/hear”, “do pretty good”, and and improvements to the collection system 24 “pretty progressive”. 13

Page 31 9. Well over half of respondents give the 20. An extremely high number of respondents Newberg School District a positive performance rate the quality of life in Newberg, Dundee and rating, while just under a quarter rate the dis- the surrounding areas positively, while fewer trict negatively. numbers rate the quality of life negatively.

10. Principal reasons for giving the district a posi- 21. “Nice place to live” tops the list of rea- tive rating are, “children are getting educated/ sons for giving a positive quality of life rating doing well”, and “what I hear/see/read”. followed by, “small town feel”, and “crime is low/feel safe”. 11. Foremost reasons for giving the district a Moving Beyond the Vision negative rating are “overcrowded”, “poor qual- 22. Primary reasons for giving a negative qual- ity of education”, “drop out rate”, and “lack of ity of life rating are “traffic”, “overcrowded”, and funding”. “room for improvement”. A Plan for Action 12. A very high percentage of respondents 23. A very high percentage of respondents give the Chehalem Park and Recreation Dis- rate “providing an hourly link to Tri-Met’s transit trict a positive performance rating, while fewer system” and “a construction project that would “Doing The plan to move “Beyond the Vision” focuses • Create an Early Childhood Education numbers rate the district negatively. replace portable classrooms at Newberg High government on tangible, “bricks and mortar” capital Center School” as highest priorities. A large number better” in the improvements plus changes in the way local • Increase partnerships 13. Main reasons for giving a positive rating of respondents also give “safety, security and Chehalem Valley governments operate. The Steering Committee are “variety of activities for all ages”, and energy improvements to Mabel Rush and established several smaller work groups to “children’s activities”. Ewing Young Elementary schools”, “building means more Capital Improvements efficient operations develop a series of initiatives to improve and improving roads to alleviate congestion”, Through generous community support of a through greater government operations in several areas. 14. “Expensive” tops the list of reasons for giv- and the “development of agreements between $46 million capital improvement bond issue in ing the district a negative rating, followed by local governments to jointly operate, and main- cooperation, November 2002, public schools in the combining “personal experience”, and “room for improve- tain basic services” a higher priority ranking. Chehalem Valley are being repaired, renovated On the other hand, “moving Dundee’s down- resources and Governance and Civic ment”. and expanded to support a growing school town commercial district away from Highway regular Involvement population. These projects include: 15. A plurality of respondents give the level 99”, “developing a community center in communication. Dundee”, and “creating a public self-support- Operational Improvements • Expansion of Newberg High School of cooperation between the cities of Newberg, ing 18-hole golf course” are given lower prior- “Doing government better” in the Chehalem • New 550-student Joan Austin Elementary Dundee, the Newberg School District, and the Chehalem Park and Recreation District a posi- ity rankings. Valley means more efficient operations through School greater cooperation, combining resources and tive rating, while fewer numbers rate the level • Repairs and safety improvements at all 24. Clearly the community has identified is- regular communication. Collaborative of cooperation negatively. In addition, when elementary and middle schools sues relating to growth, and more specifically operational efforts focus on: comparing to results from 1991, there has been • Purchase of property for a future a noticeable decrease in the cooperation rat- to traffic as serious issues for Newberg, Dundee • Information systems and elementary and high school ing with the difference primarily going to the and the surrounding areas. These issues, how- telecommunications to save costs and Planning will commence in 2009 for a third undecided column. ever, have not had a negative impact on expand networking systems middle school to be constructed on the former respondent’s quality of life. A good part of the community does not appear aware of the col- • Land use planning to determine potential Renne School site in Newberg. 16. Principal reasons for giving a positive co- areas for future growth and development operation rating are “work together/get along” laboration occurring between the cities of Newberg, Dundee, the Newberg School Dis- • Maintenance and equipment sharing to “no problems”, and “from I see/hear/know”. trict, and the Chehalem Park and Recreation explore ways to create cost savings Economy and Employment 17. Foremost reasons for giving a negative co- District, although a large majority support the • Purchasing goods and services operation rating are “what I hear/read”, and cities jointly providing certain governmental cooperatively to create cost savings Operational Improvements “get along most of the time”. services. Important priorities to the commu- • Public works projects to create cost savings In consultation with the major economic nity appear to be related to improving roads, development players in the Chehalem Valley, 18. A large majority of respondents favor the easing traffic congestion, and linking the com- the Economic Development Subcommittee for munity to the Portland metropolitan area. Edu- cities of Newberg and Dundee jointly provid- “Beyond the Vision” recommended that Education ing certain governmental services, while fewer cation projects also rate as very high priorities. economic development was a high priority for numbers opposed. Operational Improvements immediate action. The strategic approach identified by this group included development Newberg School District, Chemeketa 19. Top reasons for opposing the cities jointly community College, the Newberg Area of a broad economic development partnership providing services are, “should stay separate/ Chamber of Commerce, Chehalem Park and with the major players for the Chehalem Valley, function better separately”, Dundee has a lot Recreation District and George Fox University including: of issues/Newberg should not get involved”, are working together to: • Newberg Area Chamber of Commerce and “would like to see library/police and fire • Improve opportunities for continuing • Cities of Newberg and Dundee departments connected”. 12 education for local residents 25

Page 32 Citizen Involvement To involve residents in this process, three community-wide forums were held. Two of Extensive citizen involvement characterized the these forums were held in English. A Latino development of “Beyond the Vision.” The forum was held in Spanish to involve the project was conceived and designed as a joint Chehalem Valley Latino population in the project of four Chehalem Valley jurisdictions, planning process. Chehalem Valley 2002 Survey and guided by a cooperative Steering Committee including the cities of Dundee and To inform community members about these Newberg, the Newberg School District and the forums, the Steering Committee made Executive Summary April 2, 2002 Chehalem Park and Recreation District. presentations to 17 community groups, mailed Representatives of Yamhill County later joined 720 invitations to invite residents to the forums, the Steering Committee. and advertised the forums in the Newberg Graphic. Presentations were made to the AM The Nelson Report recently went back into the Below, The Nelson Report has highlighted the Because of the long history of visioning work and PM Rotary Clubs, Newberg Block Parties, field to conduct its third survey for The City of key results of the survey research report. The that had been carried out in the Chehalem City Club, Kiwanis, Ministerial Alliance, the Newberg. Although a few questions were final report is over 200 pages in length, with Valley, it was decided to focus the Chehalem Economic Development Chamber Forum, identical to those presented in the previous No- multiple tables designed to assist the commit- Strategic Plan on implementing the commonly George Fox University, Yamhill County, the vember 2001 and September 1991 surveys, tee in understanding and analyzing the respon- shared Vision identified over previous years. Chamber Board, The Newberg Graphic Board many questions were different and distinct. In dents’ views. The plan was named “Beyond the Vision: The terms of those questions that were repeated, of Directors, High School Leadership, and to Throughout this executive summary, The Chehalem Valley in 2020”. the reader will note there are slight differences citizens attending the Transportation forums. Nelson Report identifies “key” demographics for Elected and administrative officials from all of in responses from the previous surveys con- Citizen feedback further developed the strategic many of the questions. Key demographics are the jurisdictions first came together in two ducted in 2001 and 1991. plan. Two random sample surveys of Chehalem those subgroups that respond at a higher per- workshops to identify how the common Vision Valley residents were conducted by the Nelson The following survey research report provides centage rate than the total sample for any given for the future of the Chehalem Valley might Group in 2001 and 2002 to identify issues of some valuable information regarding the response. The key demographic groups for become a reality. Elected representatives and importance and to rank projects according to public’s perception of cities of Newberg, any given opinion are not necessarily the only administrative staff identified specific projects resident preferences and priorities. The Dundee, Newberg School District, the subgroups in the survey who share that opin- that jurisdictions could complete collaboratively executive summary of these surveys is included Chehalem Park and Recreation District, and ion. They are however, the ones that hold that and individually. These projects became the in the appendices. Yamhill County. This report should assist the opinion most strongly. basis for extensive community involvement and strategic planning committee in its planning A total of 374 respondents were interviewed input. and decision making process in regards to the between March 15 and March 28, 2002. The proposed school district bond measure, trans- margin of error for this survey is +/-5.0% at the portation projects, urban renewal district, and 95% level of confidence. emergency communication tax district.

Conclusions 1. Respondents overwhelmingly list issues re- 5. Half of respondents believe the cities of Citizen Involvement in the Strategic Planning Process lated to “growth” driven primarily by transpor- Newberg, Dundee, the Newberg School Dis- PRESENTATIONS TO COMMUNITY tation as the most serious problems facing trict, the Chehalem Park and Recreation Dis- GROUPS

Newberg-Dundee and the surrounding area trict, and Yamhill County working together are Sept., Oct. 2001 today, followed by “schools/education”. heading in the right direction.

2. Slightly over half of respondents give the 6. An extremely high percentage of respon- PUBLIC level of cooperation between the cities of 1ST SURVEY 2ND SURVEY DRAFT HEARINGS dents believe Newberg residents are safe. MAILINGS TO 1ST ENGLISH OF CHEHALEM SPANISH 2ND ENGLISH OF CHEHALEM STRATEGIC AND ADOPTION Newberg, Dundee, the Newberg School Dis- RESIDENTS COMMUNITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY VALLEY PLAN: OF: 7. Respondents identify “budget cuts/lack of WIDE FORUM RESIDENTS WIDE FORUM WIDE FORUM RESIDENTS trict, the Chehalem Park and Recreation Dis- Sept. 2001 "BEYOND THE "BEYOND THE Nov. 15, 2001 trict, and Yamhill County a positive rating. funding” as the most serious problem facing Oct. 6, 2001 October 2001 Nov. 1, 2001 March 2002 VISION" VISION" When comparing current results with the No- the Newberg School District today, followed (STILL TO DO) vember 2001 survey results, there has been a by “overcrowded schools”.

noticeable increase in the cooperation rating. 8. Slightly less than half of respondents be- PRESS RELEASE IN NEWBERG 3. Principal reasons for a positive cooperation rat- lieve Newberg schools are overcrowded, while GRAPHIC one-quarter do not believe the schools are over- ing are “work and communicate well together” Sept. 2001 and “from what I have seen and read”. crowded. 4. Foremost reasons for a negative coopera- 9. A high percentage of respondents believe tion rating are “room for improvement”, and the quality of education will decline if the school “lack of coordination”. district does not construct space to address cur- 26 rent and future enrollment growth. 11

Page 33 10. Slightly over half of respondents favor the 19. The argument that current projections $39.5 million school district bond measure, show that student capacity at the high school while fewer numbers oppose the proposal. is currently at 1,500 students. Out of the 1,500 students, 450 were in portable classrooms and 11. Primary reasons for favoring the bond that the proposed renovations would increase measure are “education is important/children student capacity to 1,700 students increases are the future”, “maintain quality of education/ support for the bond measure. Again, address- buildings/teachers”, and “need more facilities ing enrollment growth is a primary theme for to reduce class size”. respondents. “Taxes are too high” tops the list of rea- Moving Beyond the Vision 12. 20. A high percentage of respondents rate sons for opposing the school district bond “make major repairs and safety improvements measure, followed by “too much money”, and at Mabel Rush and Ewing Young and other “misused funds in the past”. district schools” as the highest priority. Well Creating a Strategic Plan for the Chehalem Valley 13. The argument that produces the largest over half of respondents also give “construct increase in support for the bond measure is new classrooms, cafeteria, auditorium and re- knowledge that due to current interest rates, place portable classrooms at the high school” Mission Background the district would be able to finance its school a higher priority rating. On the other hand construction projects at a much lower cost. “purchase property for future school sites at The mission of the Chehalem Valley Strategic Initiatives to articulate a vision of the future of Cost savings is a primary theme for respon- today’s market value” is given a lower priority Planning process is to complete a collabora- the Chehalem Valley were carried out at the dents. ranking. tive strategic plan, based upon a common vi- jurisdictional and joint jurisdictional levels by sion, that will provide collective guidance for the cities of Dundee and Newberg, the 14. In addition, the argument that the bond 21. Respondents are split with a plurality both programs, projects, plans and policies among Newberg School District and the Chehalem payments will be structured so that new resi- favoring and opposing the $15 million in trans- portation projects. In a smaller sub-sample, iso- the jurisdictions of the Chehalem Valley to Park and Recreation District since the beginning dents who move into the community in the lating only Newberg residents, results appear benefit their citizens. of the 1990’s. More recently, Yamhill County future will assist in the payment of the bond and the Newberg Downtown Association measure, also moves respondents to favor the consistent with those of the total universe. joined these efforts to articulate a vision of what proposed bond measure. This is a primary 22. Main reasons for favoring the projects are Goals the future of the Newberg downtown area theme for respondents. “need transportation and road improvements”, should be. • To identify specific collaborative and 15. The fact that Mabel Rush and Ewing “it is necessary”, and “will correct traffic prob- independent jurisdictions’ programs and Extensive community involvement has Young Elementary are in need of major main- lems”. projects and to work with the community characterized all of these efforts. Broad based tenance and repairs such as heating and ven- 23. Top reasons for opposing the proposed towards their implementation. community involvement has included tilation, as well as septic improvements and a projects are “too much money wasted”, “too participation by residents in public forums, new well, also significantly pushes respondents • To involve citizens in all aspects of much money at once”, and “money should go community surveys and small group meeting to favor the bond measure. Improvements to strategic planning and implementation. to bypass”. that included residents, policy makers and staff Mabel Rush and Ewing Young Elementary are of the participating jurisdictions. • To develop mechanisms that broaden primary issues for respondents. 24. The argument that produces the largest in- and strengthen sustainable collaborative The first Chehalem Future Focus was crease in support for the $15 million in transpor- communication among and between developed by these same jurisdictions in 1991 16. Knowing that all of the district’s elemen- tation projects is knowledge that improvements tary schools are at or above enrollment capac- jurisdictions and the citizens of the and adopted by each in 1992. Chehalem to Elliott Street from 99W to Newberg High ity and the passage of the proposal would re- community. Future Focus II was carried out by these same School would convert this heavily traveled road jurisdictions in 1994, and its results were lieve overcrowding also pushes respondents to into 2 lanes with improved sidewalks for pedes- • To continue the process of reviewing, published in early 1995. In early 2001, the favor the bond measure. Addressing enroll- trians. Improving travel through Newberg is a revising and implementing the strategic city of Dundee and the Dundee Citizen Action ment growth, especially as it relates to the el- primary issue. plan and its programs on an ongoing Committee completed a 20-year vision ementary school is a primary theme. basis. statement for Dundee. Concurrently, the 25. The fact that building a Northside Road con- 17. The argument that property has been do- necting 99W to North Main would improve east/ • To insure wise and prudent use of public Newberg Downtown Association completed nated to the district in order to construct a new west travel across the city and ease congestion resources. their 20-year vision statement for the future of elementary school, moves respondents to fa- downtown Newberg. The Newberg City on 99W and on Haworth, pushes respondents vor the proposal. Again reducing costs, and Council included a statement of their “desired to favor the projects. Again, improving travel in addressing enrollment growth are primary is- future” in their City Council Advance published Newberg is a primary issue. sues for respondents. in March of 2001. 26. Similarly the argument that pedestrian safety 18. In addition, knowing that current projec- A comparison of these efforts shows surprising would be improved by upgrading sidewalks and tions show student enrollment at the elemen- similarity and congruence among the visions pedestrian crossings again moves respondents tary school level will increase by 462 students developed in the different visioning processes to support the proposed projects. Pedestrian up- in the next eight years, also noticeably increases undertaken over the past 10 years. Following grades and safety improvements in Newberg are support for the bond measure. Once again, is a summary of the more important elements secondary issues. of this shared vision of how the Chehalem addressing enrollment growth is a primary 10 Valley might look in the year 2020. theme. 27

Page 34 27. On the other hand, an argument that 35. The fact that the City of Newberg is work- pushes respondents to decrease support for the ing cooperatively with the Chehalem Park and proposed projects is knowledge that the city Recreation District to use a portion of urban re- transportation projects do not include state fund- newal development dollars to help renovate ing for a bypass. Central School for cultural and art activities also pushes respondents to support creation of the 28. Decreasing support by the largest margin, urban renewal district. Working collaboratively is knowledge that the City of Newberg is consid- to renovate Central School is a primary theme. ering a $3 per month residential fee for trans- portation projects instead of $5, and this reduc- 36. Slightly over half of respondents rate “pro- Downtown Development tion would not include North Main improve- mote commercial and industrial growth”, finance The Newberg Downtown Association, the City ments, Villa Road improvements and the public improvements and create economic de- of Newberg, The Newberg Area Chamber of Wilsonville Road intersection. velopment opportunities”, and “contribute a Commerce and a diversity of local groups portion of urban renewal dollars to assist in the worked in partnership to revitalize the 29. Slightly over half of respondents rate “im- renovation of Central School” as highest priori- downtown Newberg area along a “vintage prove Elliott Street from 99W to Newberg High ties. On the other hand, “improve parking op- eclectic” downtown theme. The downtown is School” as the highest priority. On the other portunities in downtown Newberg”, and “im- seen as customer-friendly with a variety of hand, “improve the intersections at Villa Road prove the street appearance in downtown successful businesses including retail shops, and Springbrook Road”, and “pave gravel streets Newberg” were given lower priority rankings. restaurants, sidewalk cafes, boutique shops, throughout the city” are given lower priority Once again, isolating only Newberg responses, salons, bakeries and other commercial activities. rankings. Furthermore, when isolating Newberg “finance public improvements and create eco- resident responses, percentages appear consis- nomic development opportunities in downtown The area from the Police building to the Old tent with the total universe. Newberg”, is rated as the highest priority, fol- Central School has been redeveloped into a lowed by “promote commercial and industrial central plaza that ties the community together 30. Slightly less than half of respondents agree growth”. while anchoring downtown. Downtown with the City of Newberg’s $15 million urban vacancies have been filled, and the old Loren renewal district, while over one-third disagree 37. Slightly less than half of respondents favored Berg property is now Butler Market Place, a with the creation of the district. Again, the emergency communication tax district, while charming place for shopping and Newberg responses appear consistent with the fewer numbers opposed. entertainment located on the Civic Corridor that Parks, Greenways, Riverfront total universe. goes from Central School to Memorial Park. 38. Top reasons for favoring the proposal are Development and Open Space Adequate parking characterizes the downtown A park system of neighborhood, community 31. “Will increase livability in the city” tops the “will improve response time/services”, and “makes areas of Newberg and Dundee. Newberg now list of reasons why respondents agree with the sense/good idea”. and regional parks is in place to provide Dundee’s and has a successful Farmer’s Market located in a opportunities for individuals and groups Newberg’s creation of the urban renewal district, followed highly visible area of the downtown, by “more appealing to business”, and “down- 39. Main reasons for opposing the tax district within the Chehalem Valley to become pedestrian friendly are “has been separate/leave it that way” and showcasing local agricultural, craft and artistic physically, socially, psychologically and town project already started/should continue”. products. riverfront, scenic “taxes are too high”. spiritually enhanced. The Willamette River picnic areas, quality 32. Principal reasons respondents disagree has been reclaimed and is an integral part of The businesses and buildings reflect the bygone regional and with the urban renewal district are “too many 40. The argument that produces the largest in- era of the early 1900’s with historic street lighting, the community. crease in support for the tax district is knowledge neighborhood projects/too much money”, “not necessary/jus- while the sidewalks have brink extensions making The Cities of Dundee and Newberg, the tified”, and “address more important things that the consolidation of emergency communi- them wider. There are benches, hanging baskets parks, specialized cations into a taxing district would free up County, the Chehalem Park and Recreation recreational first”. and flower boxes, public restrooms, waste District, the State of Oregon and other public $400,000 for the City of Newberg, and these receptacles and water fountains located facilities, fine shops 33. The argument that produces the largest funds would be used to hire additional police and private organizations have cooperated to throughout the downtown area. The Hess Creek create a riverfront park that connects Newberg and eateries attract increase in support of the urban renewal dis- officers. Cost savings applied to more police in gateway to downtown has been improved with local families as well trict is knowledge that the creation of an ur- Newberg is a primary theme for respondents. with Dundee and other parts of the region. flowering trees, vintage lighting, wrought iron as connoisseurs of ban renewal district does not increase the prop- Dundee’s and Newberg’s pedestrian friendly 41. Similarly, the argument that the emergency railings and a footbridge linking both sides of riverfront, scenic picnic areas, quality regional fine wines and erty tax rate. This is a primary issue for respon- Newberg over Hess Creek. The Newberg dents. communication district would free up $45,000 and neighborhood parks, specialized restaurants. for the City of Dundee that would be used to downtown is linked to the riverfront by the recreational facilities, fine shops and eateries 34. In addition, knowing the urban renewal fund emergency services and transportation also charming restored vintage trolley named the Red attract local families as well as connoisseurs of district would improve the street appearance pushes respondents to favor the proposal. Once Electric” after the electric railway system of the fine wines and restaurants. This riverfront park in downtown Newberg through improved again cost savings applied to emergency services early 1900’s. has become the community gathering place landscaping, lighting, sidewalks, and public and transportation in Dundee is a primary theme. Dundee’s redesigned business district lies just west and helps to support the sense of community restrooms also noticeably increases support for of 99W and includes the Sociability-Administra- and the rejuvenated downtown. Natural areas, urban renewal. Improvements to Newberg’s core tive Center and a series of specialty shops and habitat for wildlife, agricultural land and open areas are secondary issues. services pioneered by Ponzi in the late 1990’s. space have preserved the views from The Visitor’s Center and civic facilities anchor the surrounding hills. A greenway system links center and its activities near the town square. The pedestrian paths along clean rivers and streams main street and new businesses have been beau- and a public golf course provides recreational 28 tified and are linked to a 20-acre riverfront park. opportunities for local citizens. 9

Page 35 42. A plurality of respondents prefer that cludes maintenance and repairs to Mabel Rush and Newberg use the additional revenue from the Ewing Young Elementary Schools. The community emergency communication tax district to hire ad- also appears very supportive and aware of address- ditional police officers, while one-quarter prefer ing enrollment growth issues in the district. that Newberg reduce taxes. Newberg responses appear consistent with those of the total universe. It is interesting to note, that while transportation and growth are identified as serious issues for the com- 43. A plurality of respondents prefer that munity, well under half of respondents initially sup- Dundee use the additional revenue from the port the proposed transportation projects. Support emergency communication tax district to fund increases slightly with information that specified emergency services and transportation, while projects will provide pedestrian and travel improve- fewer numbers prefer that Dundee reduce taxes. ments across the city. In a smaller sub-sample, isolating only Dundee residents, half of respondents prefer that Dundee Less than half of respondents initially agree with use the additional revenue to fund emergency Newberg’s decision to create an urban renewal dis- services and transportation, while much fewer trict. Support substantially increases however, when numbers prefer that Dundee reduce taxes. presented with information that the district does not increase the property tax rate, and will improve 44. Clearly the community has identified issues Newberg’s core areas. Respondents also support relating to growth, and more specifically to traf- the collaboration to renovate Central School. fic as serious issues for Newberg, Dundee and the surrounding areas. A majority of the com- Once again, respondents initially appear less sup- munity appears to be aware of the collaboration portive of the emergency communication tax dis- occurring between the cities of Newberg, trict until presented with information that the con- Dundee, the Newberg School District, the solidation would provide significant cost savings Chehalem Park and Recreation District, and for both Newberg and Dundee if applied to more Yamhill County. This is a significant improvement police officers in Newberg and emergency services from November 2001. and transportation in Dundee.

Even with these positive responses, it is clear that While it appears respondents are initially slightly respondents are struggling with the combined costs supportive of the $39.5 million school district of the proposed projects. bond measure, support significantly increases when presented with information related to cost Overall, it appears the proposed school district bond savings due to current interest rates, that new measure receives the highest and most consistent residents in the future will assist in the payment support at this time. Diversity of the bond measure, and that the proposal in- Dundee and The trend towards greater cultural diversity that and alternative modes of transportation such as Newberg have began in the early 1990’s has continued bicycles, pedestrians, trolley and mass transit. successfully through 2020, providing new opportunities for Commercial and truck traffic has been rerouted established an civic and cultural engagement within the out of downtown. Efficient parking has been efficient Chehalem Valley. The residents of the area have provided in both Dundee and in Newberg. transportation effectively engaged these new opportunities. In Newberg, First Street is the main street, a two corridor and The Latino population is well represented in way street including a landscaped median strip, community both government and business. angled parking, transit stops, bike lanes and ex- transportation tra wide sidewalks for customers. Traffic calm- system for ing devices exist, including bulb-outs to slow traf- Transportation residential and fic. Hancock Street and Second Street are one The Chehalem Valley has developed a safe and way streets with two lanes and parking on both commercial traffic. efficient transportation network that promotes sides. Where appropriate, the street system has ease of movement throughout the Valley. A been developed in a grid pattern to tie the com- commuter rail line connects the Chehalem munity together physically and socially. In Valley with Portland and McMinnville. Dundee Dundee, the redesigned street and bypass sys- and Newberg have successfully established an tem for 99W enhances and supports the local efficient transportation corridor and community economy. The highway is visually attractive with transportation system for residential and its award winning landscaping, creative traffic is- commercial traffic. Newberg has embraced the lands and accessible parking areas. The eastern volume of traffic downtown as a symbol of and western portions of the community are con- 8 vibrancy. The traffic makeup now includes autos nected by appealing pedestrian bridges over 99W. 29

Page 36 Latino Forum

Executive Summary November 1, 2001

A forum to hear from Spanish-speaking residents was District and Yamhill County. Spanish-speaking promoters conducted on November 1, 2001, to gather feedback on encouraged attendance, resulting in participation by the same issues that earl;ier public forums touched on: approximately 100 local Spanish-speaking residents. transportation, health care, education, recreation and Participants discussed and evaluated specific projects and culture, economic development and employment, and added their own suggestions for meeting needs in the governmental operations. community. (Note: the number following the statement under each heading indicates the number of votes The forum was sponsored by the Chehalem Valley Strategic participants gave each item. Each votes indicates support Planning partners: the Cities of Newberg and Dundee, for an item.) Chehalem Park and Recreation District, Newberg School

Transportation Education

(Note: The freeway bypass will not be discussed tonight • A new high school, with classrooms, a cafeteria, and an because it has been discussed in the transportation plans auditorium to accommodate the growth of students in Economy and Employment Public Safety of the Cities of Newberg and Dundee) the area. 15 A diversified economy provides balanced The Chehalem Valley is an ideal and safe place • A new elementary school for 600 students to accommo- economic opportunities for the residents of for families and children. Local citizens work • Construct and improve the local streets and roads to date the growth of students in the area.14 the Chehalem Valley. Agriculture and closely with the business community, churches, schools, public agencies and law enforcement resolve traffic problems, financed through • Construct a special facility for students who are at “high agribusinesses are an important component of to develop programs that promote public safety transportation fees. 8 risk” in the schools. 11 the local economy. The natural beauty of the area encourages tourism and the wine industry. for youth and the general citizenry. The result • Develop a system of autobuses to connect Newberg • Improve the elementary schools of Mabel Rush, Ewing- A carefully targeted retail recapture strategy has is a physically safe community, downtown, and and Dundee with the surrounding area. 10 Young, and other facilities of the school district. 4 encouraged more local shopping and park areas that allow a diverse population to • Bus service every hour between Newberg-Dundee • Other Projects minimized buying outside of the area. grow and prosper without threat to person or and Sherwood-Portland 66 1. Recognition of the education obtained in Latin Downtown areas are vibrant commercial areas property. • Construct and improve sidewalks for pedesterians to America that support the local economy. improve pedestrian safety 12 2. Need more teachers so the students could get more Clean industries have been developed using a Housing • Other Projects attention and to graduate knowing a lot. Some “campus” design. Plenty of family wage jobs Diverse housing opportunities of high quality 1. Microbuses (a type of public transport in Latin students get passed from grade to grade but not Plenty of family are available for citizens of the area. Tourism is are available, including executive housing with America 1 learning nothing. wage jobs are a major economic force, its strengths based on a golf facility that attracts residents of higher 3. We need more teachers so the students can receive 2. Combis (same) 1 the premise that the Chehalem Valley is 1) the income, historic homes, affordable housing for available for more attention and graduate with more 3. Better transport between Newberg and Portland gateway to the wine country; 2) characterized low and moderate income residents, rentals, citizens of the area. knowledge. Some students graduate but have not by a clean and comfortable environment; and, condominiums, and housing for the elderly, Tourism is a major 4. Better transport between Newberg and learned sufficiently. 3) offers the historical experience of a friendly, disabled and disadvantaged. economic force. McMinnville 4. Increase the hours and the days for kindergarten 5. The project from Dundee to Newberg on small town and village America in the earlier 5. A technical school for short courses: example: th Sundays and in the afternoons period of the 20 century. As a destination tinplating, sewing, beauty parlors, mechanics, location for visitors, the community of Dundee Culture and the Arts 6. Public bus service for outside of Newberg. In plumbing, computers, first aid classes, librarians 13 now has two small exclusive hotels and bed To meet citizens’ cultural needs, diverse Areas near Newberg, provide low cost tickets. 6. English classes for adults (intensive). Of various amenities are offered that include live theater, Provide instruction in Spanish 12 and breakfast inns. The service industry has levels (writing, reading) 6 expanded, with the health industry and health museums, historical venues, and public art. 7. Service to be able to go to work 7. More counseling for Hispanic families research being a major provider of employment Museums focus community and tourist 8. Bus service around Newberg and Dundee with 8. Short vocational courses in Spanish to prepare us for in this sector of the economy. attention on the local heritage and history of specific hours 7 work 9 the area. George Fox University assists in 9. Adult literacy classes providing a focus for cultural events promoting 10. Technical courses 4 Health and Social Services the values of the area. The Chehalem Valley Arts Center in the old Central School is home 11. University courses 2 Health care is provided locally through a one- for local groups, classes and visiting artisans 12. Security in the schools 7 stop health care facility. Social services are also and thespians, and a facility for meetings, 7 30 available locally. events and community service Page 37 13. Construction of a community college in this area 5. High Rents 2 14. To promote or create English classes for adult 6. Placement office for temporary workers 3 Hispanics on a daily basis in the area 7. More work 2 8. Information office for employment in Newberg and Dundee 3 Recreation and Culture 9. Information office on how to utilize food stamps 3 10. Training on how to start new Hispanic businesses 4 • Development of a Multi-Cultural Center in the old 11. Employment office in Newberg; Newberg Central School in downtown Newberg. 21 Graphic needs a Spanish page/column to inform about events and social services 7 A Vision of the Chehalem Valley in 2020 • A community center in Dundee 2 12. To create more employment for the Hispanic • Create a library district to improve the library system of community the area. 7 13. Improve buildings in downtown area to attract • A riverfront park which has pedestrian paths and streets business to connect to the downtowns of Newberg and 14. Construction of a parking lot on First Street. Community Identity tative of the diverse population of the area, and Dundee. 22 15. More affordable housing developments for the The downtown Around the year 2020, the Chehalem Valley the public sector, the private sector, George Fox Hispanic community • A golf course financed and operated with the revenues Newberg and continues to be independent from the larger University and local churches collaborate to 16. To have or to create better opportunities for generated by the project. 4 Dundee core areas Portland Metropolitan Area to the north, and ensure that new ways for citizen engagement Hispanics to buy a house are vibrant com- is characterized by a friendly, small-town atmo- are constantly offered. Local governments are • Other Projects 17. To build pedestrian bridges on 99W mainly in proactive and assertive in sharing information commercial areas. mercial areas, with sphere. It’s a community that retains its distinct 1. Museum for all cultures with the citizens of the Chehalem Valley, and 18. To improve relations between landlords and renters both cities main- geographical, historical and cultural identity, 2. More books in Spanish in the libraries preserving a “small town” feeling of livability. listen carefully to citizen responses to their (high rents and poor conditions) taining a “small 3. Develop multicultural sports leagues 2 The downtown Newberg and Dundee core communiqués. town” downtown 4. More opportunity to present Hispanic Folklore in the areas are vibrant commercial areas, with both community 1 atmosphere and cities maintaining a “small town” downtown Improve Governmental Operations Education 5. The library should provide books and materials in character. atmosphere and character. Newberg’s down- Students achieve high academic standards. Spanish on Latin American countries • Increase police and fire service to improve public safety. town is integrated with George Fox University Students are actively involved in community 6. Provide information in Spanish on sports events in Added In: to be bilingual; to speak Spanish 17 and linked to the riverfront, while Dundee’s service and leadership roles within the the community • Intergovernmental cooperation regarding basic services small town atmosphere is characterized by a community. Schools are safe and orderly and 7. A location for families to exercise together: 8 of the jurisdictions, such as water, sewer, streets, police, redesigned business district lying just west of reflect the cultural diversity of the community. 8. Books at appropriate levels fire, library, technical and administrative functions. 10 99W and linked to the riverfront. The riverfront The individual needs of students are met 9. Communication of existing activities in our language 9 is a focus of economic and recreational through special programs and by providing • Improve communication and participation between activity. alternatives to traditional schooling. governmental jurisdictions and the public. 14 Economic Development and Employment The towns are characterized by well-planned • Other Projects and livable neighborhoods. The area’s healthy Technological changes provide easy access to environment preserves the beauty of the natu- information and education for all Valley • Downtown redevelopment in the commercial centers of 1. To improve communication between governments and the Hispanic community ral surroundings—the valley and hills, forests, residents. A second high school, third middle Newberg and Dundee through creation of an Urban school and additional elementary schools have 2. Better treatment to Hispanics from police depart. agricultural lands, rivers, streams and air qual- Renewal District. 18 been constructed to meet the needs of a 3. A committee representative of the Hispanics from ity. Agricultural activities and open space pre- • Relocate the commercial center of Dundee away from growing student population. Public school Newberg and Dundee to promote these ideas serve the views from surrounding hillsides. Highway 99 4 facilities are designed and maintained to meet 4. To have a representative from the Hispanic Cultural diversity creates opportunities, and lo- the needs of public school students and to serve • Promote industrial and commercial growth to create community on the Government Board of Directors, cal residents have engaged those opportuni- the greater community. Where practical, new jobs and to increase the value of local property the Fire Department, the Library…… 3 ties. General happiness, personal growth and facilities are jointly financed and managed by taxes. 27 5. Bilingual persons for employment services for the strong families are encouraged and promoted. cooperating jurisdictions and other entities. The • Other Projects Hispanic community 3 school district lead a coalition of community 1. A central agency to protect the Hispanic works here 6. Inferior treatment because we are Mexican groups to establish an Early Childhood in Newberg in general 7. A health clinic 11 Governance and Civic Involvement Education Center. 8. Need more help with money w/the community/ Citizen engagement and involvement are em- 2. Public childcare with bilingual services 1 3. More bilingual training in different areas Chemeketa college students have a better phasized in planning and implementation. Col- The Newberg School District has broadened opportunity to have a career 5 partnerships with the community college, 4. Small business licenses and orientation for the laboration and both informal and formal part- 9. Program of nighttime public safety to avoid crimes nerships between local governments, the busi- George Fox University and local business to development of the knowledge and talents of the community. For example: dressmaking and 10. Health Clinic for the community 16 ness community, schools, private organizations provide professional technical opportunities for tailoring, beauty salons; small business licenses and and citizens lead to successful planning and high school youth. Newberg School District is permits and information for those who are completion of civic projects. The cities of an active partner with other educational entities caterers, hair stylists, etc, so they can become Newberg and Dundee have developed a in creating opportunities for continuous learning throughout the community. licensed as well as be aware of resources such as highly organized volunteer program represen- commercial kitchens to rent for a caterer to provide 6 a meal.7 31

Page 38 Other Projects of Interest to the Latino Group 4 Community 1. Transportation: Van service to get to work, bus service for areas around Newberg and Dundee, transportation to assist 1. To create a medical center with more affordable health with school activities and to able to seek work services for the Hispanic community 2. Education: More counselors for Hispanic families, short vocational courses in Spanish to prepare us for work, 2. A low income clinic such as Virginia Garcia and dental in literacy for adults Washington County 4 3. Recreation and Culture: Recreation programs for young 3. More meetings like this one tonight to express different people after school, construct soccer fields, classes of ideas and the opportunity of getting to know each other traditional dances from different countries, adult 2 basketball courts, communicate activities in our own Beyond the Vision 4. Help for low income people for housing such as in language, bilingual personnel to work in these areas LaFayette 4 4. Employment: Information Office for work opportunities in Newberg and Dundee, a place where we can go 5. Domestic violence shelters 3 A Strategic Plan without fear of being questioned about our legal status, 6. Health Clinic at low cost including dental, pediatric, information office for food stamps, training on how to for the Chehalem Valley general medicine, gynecology, chiropractor and a direct start Hispanic businesses line for 24 hours emergencies 13 5. Government: Have a representative to the government in Newberg/Dundee; organize a committee which will promote the ideas presented tonight, Hispanic Other Projects Generated by Participants representative for the different governments mentioned Chehalem Valley Vision for 2020 ...... page 6 (police, fire, library, City Councils) Group 1 6. Other Projects: First aid classes in Spanish, emergency 1. Transportation : Autobuses, highway bicycles systems, a Spanish newspaper connected to the existing 2. Education newspaper—Newberg Graphic, health clinic, Creating a Strategic Plan...... page 10 a. More information in the student community counseling for Mental Health with bilingual and Mission and Goals b. Classes for young people 15-19; for laborers 20-26 bicultural counselors Background 3. Recreation and Culture : Multicultural festivals, Mecha, Citizen Involvement cultural groups Group 5 4. Economic Development: More opportunities to seek 1. Bus service for areas outside Newberg—eg—Sherwood, work through an employment office Tualatin, etc. 5. Governmental operations: Bilingual personnel 2. Add more time for the lights for pedestrians to cross Vision Action Plan ...... page 12 6. Other: PCC courses, community center, medical clinic, 3. A new highway or bypass to McMinville Governance and Civic Involvement books in Spanish, bilingual personnel in library and 4. Provide short course technical school for short courses Education DMV 5. Library: provide materials in Spanish about different Latin Economy and Employment American countries Health and Social Services Group 2 6. Recreation: provide a brochure in Spanish about the 1. Program of Neighborwatch, in cooperation with police. sports events in the community Public Safety 2. Low income health clinic in Newberg 7. Newberg Graphic: A column in Spanish to offer social Housing 3. Public transportation from Newberg to Sherwood— services, sports, work, health and events in town. Culture and the Arts 6:00am to 10:00 pm 8. A place for family exercise Transportation 9. An employment office open 7 days a week 4. Intensive English classes Downtown Development 5. Industrial growth with opportunities for work 10. Need for a low cost health clinic; direct line in Spanish for health services when there is an emergency Parks, Greenways and Riverfront 11. Low cost tickets for public transportation Group 3 Sustainability 1. Technical courses in the schools Communications Group 6 2. Extension university courses 1. Location where employers can pick up day laborers 3. High rents; need for apartments for low income families 2. Teaching Latin American culture 4. Temporary work in offices 3. Access to sports fields Appendices ...... page 16 5. Books at the appropriate levels 4. League for sports; opportunity for informal groups to Steering Committee 6. CAFÉ treatment has become better use sports fields 7. Health clinic Capital Projects Operational Projects 8. A way to have more work Group 7 9. Security in the schools 1. Microbuses for 30 passengers Communication Plan 2. Combis for 10 passengers Financial Data 3. Improve transportation between Newberg and Portland Survey Data 4. Improve transportation between Newberg and Latino Forum 32 McMinnville 5

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• Friendly, small town atmosphere • Distinctive geographical, historical and cultural features • A vibrant commercial core in downtown Newberg • A re-located downtown Dundee hosting tourists enjoying the wine country • A parkway on the Willamette riverfront that provides a recreational and economic link between Newberg and Dundee • Economic opportunities that provide plenty of local family wage jobs in agribusiness, tourism and clean industries • A safe place for families and children • Streets and roads that move traffic easily through residential and commercial areas • Public schools that provide opportunities for continuous learning in partnership with local colleges and business This how local citizens imagine the Chehalem Valley in the future. During the last decade, community members solidified their vision at two Chehalem Future Focus sessions, the Dundee Citizens Action Committee and a Newberg Downtown Association visioning process. Now elected leaders of local governments are working togeth- er to make that vision a reality with a plan for collaboration and bricks and mortar projects. Moving beyond the vision Beyond The Chehalem Valley Strategic Plan is a roadmap created by the local government jurisdictions to achieve the community vision. The City of Newberg, City of Dundee, Chehalem Park and Recreation District, Newberg Public Schools and Yamhill Vision County are working together to: • Implement specific civic programs and projects that A COOPERATIVE GOVERNMENTAL EFFORT BY: advance the vision City of Newberg • City of Dundee Chehalem Park and Recreation District • Make government operations more efficient through Newberg Public Schools • Yamhill County greater cooperation and combining resources • Ensure wise and prudent use of public resources • Involve citizens in planning and implementation of the A Strategic Plan strategic plan City of Newberg City of Dundee Chehalem Park and Recreation District Newberg Public Schools County Yamhill 714 E. Sixth Street • Newberg, OR 97132 COOPERATING GOVERNMENTS COOPERATING The preparation of this report was funded of this report The preparation State the Oregon in part with a grant from the Mid-Willamette Valley Lottery through Community Development Partnership for and economic the purpose of promoting community development. for the Chehelem Valley vision brochure color 1/18/05 3:05 PM Page 2

A Plan for Action: 1. Greater collaboration 2. Bricks and mortar projects PROJECT OUTCOMES & BENEFITS PARTIPANTS D Economic • A clear economic development strategy and work plan • Newberg Downtown Association • Newberg School District 219 ▲ Development • A broad partnership with major Chehalem Valley economic • Local businesses & property owners • Yamhill County N development players • Cities of Newberg & Dundee E E E • Newberg Job & Career Center, Mid-Willamette Jobs Council B • OR Economic & Community Dev. Dept. I A C 99W Public Transit • Potential consolidation of multiple public transportation services • Yamhill County Transportation Committee 240 • Clear vehicle & ground signage identifying public transit • Improved public information & marketing in English & Spanish • Changed perceptions of public transit F Emergency Operations • Improved coordination between emergency services providers • Yamhill County Planning that coordinate resources and plans of all cities, fire districts and • City of Newberg the county • City of Dundee G • Improved grant opportunities for purchase of disaster 99W E management and relief supplies 219 Library Services • Improve and expand library services to Dundee, Newberg and • Newberg Library Board E Newberg Yamhill County residents H Dundee Public Safety • Explore formation of a cooperative fire district with other • Dundee Police & Fire Departments Dundee communities Newberg Public Safety • Develop capacity for service to meet police and fire demands as • Newberg Police & Fire Departments the community grows Projects under construction or Projects in the planning recently completed: stages: Primary Health Care • Development of a local health care clinic serving the • Providence Newberg Hospital A. Newberg High School expansion • Dundee Community Center Clinic for underserved “under-served” citizens of the Newberg-Dundee-St. Paul area • SMG Foundation and Latino populations B. Joan Austin Elementary School • Site for future high school Information Systems • Cost savings through cooperation • Yamhill County C. Mabel Rush Elementary expansion • Site for future middle school • Cities of Newberg & Dundee D. Ewing Young Elementary • Golf course expansion expansion • Newberg School District • Riverfront Parkway • Chehelem Park & Recreation District E. School improvements • Downtown Newberg • Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments F. Chehalem Valley Cultural Center improvements Land Use • Determine potential areas for Urban Growth Boundary • City of Newberg G. Golf course • Downtown Dundee improvements expansion • Chehelem Park & Recreation District H. Newberg water treatment plant • Newberg wastewater treatment • Newberg School District plant I. Providence Newberg Hospital* Infrastructure • Create cost savings through equipment sharing • Cities of Newberg & Dundee • Dundee wastewater treatment plant • Create cost savings through cooperation • Chehelem Park & Recreation District • Dundee water system • Newberg School District • Yamhill County • GFU expansion* *projects outside local jurisdictions Purchasing • Create cost savings through cooperative purchasing • Cities of Newberg & Dundee • Bypass* • Chehelem Park & Recreation District • Newberg School District • Yamhill County Education • Improve opportunities for continuing education for area • Newberg School District Want to know more? residents • Portland/Chemeketa Community College Beyond the Vision, a detailed 36-page strategic plan, is available at no cost at each of Page • Begin planning Early Childhood Education Center • George Fox University the participating jurisdictions or online at www.newberg.k12or.us. • Increase partnerships with George Fox University • Chehelem Park & Recreation District • Newberg Area Chamber of Commerce This project is funded in part with a grant from the Oregon State Lottery through the

41 Mid-Willamette Valley Community Development Partnership for the purpose of Dundee Parks • Create parks and open space master plan • Dundee Parks Committee promoting economic and community development. Achieving the Vision: 2011 Update

Chehalem Valley Strategic Planning • February 2009 Capital Projects Operational Improvements

Completed Projects Completed Projects • All the school projects identified • County public transit system in 2001 have been completed, expanded routes to better serve including property purchase for residents in Chehalem Valley, future schools improved public information in • The second 9 holes on Chehalem English & Spanish Glenn Golf Course just opened. • Joint emergency operations Surveys showed this was not a planning between all cities, high priority for public funding, so county and fire districts the Chehalem Park & Recreation • Public safety improvements in district used other means to Newberg & Dundee – police construct one of Oregon’s most departments combined challenging public courses. • Newberg water reuse

Projects in Progress Projects in Progress • Development of a health care • Cultural Center - volunteer board clinic offering to meet the needs is raising funds privately; Phase 1 of the underserved and Latino construct to start February 2009 populations • Dundee water system and • Finding ways to cooperate and wastewater treatment plant create cost savings for • Downtown improvements in • Telecommunications and Newberg & Dundee information systems • Property acquisition for riverfront • Sharing maintenance trails equipment • Purchasing • Public works New Projects in Planning Stages • Expansion of the Newberg library New Projects in Planning Stages • Community college facility in • Collaborating with local Newberg manufacturing firms to increase • Building a new fire station in opportunities for machining and Dundee welding to meet workforce needs • Cultural District • Working with Portland Community • Chehalem Heritage Trails College to establish a permanent presence in the Chehalem Valley

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PROJECT 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Education • Middle School • Elementary School • School Repairs • Alternative Education • Acquire Property • PCC Newberg Center

Park and Recreation • Cultural Center • Golf Course phase 3 • Dundee Center • Trail System

City of Newberg • Downtown Revitalization • Street Maintenance Funding • Riverfront Development (Plan Adopted 2002) • Urban Reserve Area

City of Dundee • Sewer Project • Long-term Water Supply • Water Reservoir • Fire Station

Yamhill County • Bypass Plan • County Parks • County Room Tax • 911 Consolidation • Public Transit Page • County Road Bond

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CHEHALEM VALLEY STRATEGIC PLAN OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS JOINT PROJECTS Revised, August 19, 2011

COOPERATIVE PARTICIPANTS PROJECT LEAD EXPECTED OUTCOMES/ BENEFITS CURRENT STATUS TIMELINE OPERATIONAL PROJECT Library Services Newberg Library Leah Griffith, Library • Improve and expand library Ongoing Board Director, Newberg services to Dundee, Newberg and Yamhill County residents.

Newberg Public Safety Newberg Police and Chief Brian Casey • Combined Dundee Police Completed Improvements Fire Departments with Newberg

Dundee Public Safety City Fire and Dundee Rob Daykin Dundee City • Combined police with City of Completed Improvements Rural Fire Administrator Newberg

• Combined City of Dundee Fire Completed with Dundee Rural Fire

• Build a New Firehouse Ballot measure passed May 2012

Primary Health Care Providence Newberg Medical Center Develop a local health care clinic to Initiate new discussions Clinic Offering Health Medical Center and Administrator serve the underserved citizens of given a change in Services to Meet the SMG Foundation Newberg, Dundee and St. Paul medical center Needs of Underserved Jonathan Fost ELL/ leadership. and Latino Population Migrant Coordinator

Information Systems and Yamhill County Nathan Roedel NSD • Establish a technical group to In process Recommendation due to Telecommunications Information Systems Director of Finance meet regularly to find ways to joint jurisdictions Department Jamie McParland NSD cooperate and create cost Technology Supervisor, savings. Cities of Newberg, Paolo Murray, Yamhill Dundee, County • Cooperate with Mid- McMinnville, Dave Brooks, City of Willamette Valley Council of Sherwood Newberg Governments in computer Todd Miller, City of networking program. Newberg School Dundee District 29J Brendon • Connectivity of phones, cells Thompson CPRD and internet. Chehalem Park and Recreation District • Create links between jurisdictions for data and Mid-Willamette information sharing. Valley Council of Governments • Determine the process for going wireless. George Fox University • Consider bidding for similar phone systems (voice over internet)

• Purchase long distance service together—website development? Links?

• Consider jurisdictions bundling for Nextel and other cell phone bids and contracts.

Land Use Review of NUAMC Barton Brierley, • Clarify the role of Ad Hoc Committee on Approved by City Newberg City Planner NUMAC Create areas for Newberg’s Future work Council County UGB expansion in Progress. Ongoing Commissioners meeting 1-17-08

Maintenance Equipment City of Newberg Nathan Roedel • Establish a technical group to Select Leader Meet at least once yearly Sharing NSD Director of Finance meet regularly to find ways to and report back to Murray Paolo, YC cooperate and create cost oversight group. Include City of Dundee Russ Thomas, City of savings. items from Roger Gano CPRD Newberg emergency list. Newberg School Russ Heath, YC • Complete an equipment District Alan Mustain, City of inventory for each Yamhill County Dundee jurisdiction and share George Fox Jim McMasters, CPRD information (check city’s Page 45 Page 46

University emergency plan for a listing). Sanders Company • Project equipment and maintenance needs for next 3-5 years. Use federal surplus to purchase equipment.

Purchasing City of Newberg Claire Hertz, NSD • Establish technical group to Completed Recommendations due City of Dundee Director of Business find ways to cooperate and to joint jurisdictions April CPRD Services create cost savings. 2008. Newberg School Scott Woods, Custodial District Supervisor, NSD • Consider a multi-agency Completed Yamhill County Murray Paolo, YC auction. Russ Thomas, City of Newberg • Utilize government Russ Heath, YC purchasing and joint bids for Ongoing Alan Mustain, City of paper products etc. Dundee Jim McMasters, CPRD

Public Works City of Newberg Waide Bailey, NSD • Establish a technical group to Planning Recommendations due City of Dundee Maintenance Supervisor, meet regularly to find ways to to Joint Jurisdictions CPRD Russ Thomas, Public cooperate and create cost June 2008. Newberg School Works City of Newberg savings. District Alan Mustain, Dundee Yamhill County Dan Danici, Public Works • Consider expansion of water Director, City of effluent for other Newberg jurisdictions. Bill Gille, Yamhill County Public Works Director Jim McMaster, CPRD

Education Newberg School Dr. Paula Radich, • Establish a plan to implement Ongoing Disrict Superintendent sustained and improved CPRD Lynne Patrick, CPRD opportunities for continuing Chehalem Valley Sheryl Kelsh, Executive education for areas residents. Chamber of Director, Chehalem Commerce Valley Chamber • Identify a consortium to In process. Headstart Michael begin planning for an Early Portland Community Eichmann Executive Childhood Education College Director Center—Headstart. George Fox Dr. Linda Gerber, • Establish increased Initial transition University President, PCC partnerships with GFU. meetings held with new Dr. Robin Baker, • Examine Workforce Training president. President, GFU issues and PCC service to a-Dec Chehalem residents. Joni George Climax • Collaborate with business to Ongoing Portable Machine Tools increase opportunities for machining and welding to meet workforce needs. • Establish a permanent community college presence Completed in the Chehalem Valley.

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