The Carlton Urban Renewal Plan, detailed in the attached supporting documents, was developed under the expert guidance of the Carlton Urban Renewal Agency Advisory Committee. This Committee facilitated a series of public meetings beginning on June 16, 2008, ensuring that community insights and feedback were integral to the planning process. The Plan subsequently underwent a thorough review by the Carlton Planning Commission during an open public meeting on June 1, 2009, followed by a public hearing with the Carlton City Council before its adoption on June 8, 2009. In compliance with ORS 457.120, the City also issued public notice upon the Plan’s adoption.
The following goals and objectives define the purpose of the Urban Renewal area, aligning seamlessly with the strategic vision and policies outlined in the City of Carlton Comprehensive Plan.
Goal One: To maintain and improve public facilities and services within the Urban Renewal Area.
Objectives:
Improve fire flows within the area
Provide new and upgraded public utilities within the area
Implement infrastructure improvements identified in the City’s Utility Plans
Provide park improvements, such as restroom and shelter facilities
Goal Two: To promote the development of a unified and cohesive Downtown Main Street area.
Objectives:
Provide unified streetscape improvements throughout the downtown commercial core, such as lighting, sidewalks, bulb-outs, signage, trash receptacles, landscaping, and park benches.
Relocate utilities underground
Goal Three: Promote a safe and convenient transportation system for vehicular, pedestrian,n and bicycle travel within the area.
Objectives:
Provide new and upgraded streets within the area
Provide bicycle and pedestrian travelways within the area
Provide additional vehicle parking areas within the area
Remove pedestrian access barriers throughout the area
Goal Four: To promote the development of underutilized or vacant Commercial and Industrial properties within the Urban Renewal area.
Objectives:
Stimulate private investment in developing and redeveloping commercial and industrial properties through public utility improvements in the Urban Renewal area.
Encourage retention and expansion of businesses within the commercial and industrial areas.
The Urban Renewal Plan revised report of June 8, 2009, provides projected costs and estimated completion dates.