ODOT Region 4 Park and Ride Plan - Central Oregon
Transcript of ODOT Region 4 Park and Ride Plan - Central Oregon
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CENTRAL OREGON INTERGOVERNMENTAL COUNCIL
DRAFT FINAL
ODOT REGION 4
PARK AND RIDE LOT PLAN
June 2013
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Prepared by:
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council 334 NE Hawthorne Ave.
Bend, OR 97701
In coordination with project partners:
Mid-Columbia Economic Development District 515 East Second Street The Dalles, OR 97058
And
Klamath County Planning Division
305 Main Street Klamath Falls, OR 97601
Accepted By:
Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation DATE
Lower John Day Area Commission on Transportation
DATE
South Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation DATE
This project funded by the Oregon Department of Transportation Flexible Funds Program and the
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council.
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Committee Members
Project Management Team
Bill Adams, Klamath County Planning Department
Scott Aycock, Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council
Tamara Geiger, Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council
Devin Hearing, Oregon Department of Transportation
Scott Turnoy, Mid-Columbia Economic Development District
Technical Committee
Central Oregon
Jeff Monson, Commute Options
Tyler Deke, Bend MPO
Karen Friend, Cascades East Transit
Joni Bramlett, ODOT-PTD
South Central Oregon
Beverly Leigh, Klamath County Public Health
Sandra Fox, City of Klamath Falls
Ernie Palmer, Basin Transit
Darwin Johnson, Lane County
Lower John Day Area
Marty Matherly, Wasco County Public Works
Dan Schwanz, Columbia Area Transit/The Link Transportation Network
Brad DeHart, ODOT
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CONTENTS
1 Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 7
2 Existing Conditions Overview .......................................................................................... 11
3 Stakeholder Interview Summary ....................................................................................... 16
4 Demand Estimates ............................................................................................................ 18
5 Prioritized List of locations ................................................................................................ 20
6 Priority Lot Profiles ........................................................................................................... 31 The Dalles Transit Center ....................................................................................................................... 32 Wal-Mart (Bend) ..................................................................................................................................... 33 Cascade Village Shopping Center Area (Bend) ............................................................................... 34 La Pine Park and Ride Lot – Existing Formal Lot ............................................................................... 35 Safeway (Madras) .................................................................................................................................. 36 Erickson’s Thriftway (Prineville) ............................................................................................................. 37 COCC/WorkSource (Redmond) ........................................................................................................... 38 Rite Aid/DMV/Cinemas (Redmond) ..................................................................................................... 39 Klamath Fire Department District 4 (Klamath Falls) .......................................................................... 40
7 Cost Considerations .......................................................................................................... 41
8 Implementation Steps ....................................................................................................... 44
Appendix A Stakeholder Interviews and Questionnaire .................................................... 47
Appendix B ODOT Region 4 Formal, Existing Informal, and Potential Park and Ride Lots80
Appendix C Current and Future Demand Estimate Criteria and Scoring ............................ 89
Appendix D Outreach, Engagement, Adoption .................................................................. 95
Table of Figures
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Figure 1 ODOT Region 4 ........................................................................................................................ 8
Figure 2 Region 4: Formal Park and Ride Lots ................................................................................. 12
Figure 3 Region 4 Priority Demand Markets ..................................................................................... 19
Figure 4 High Priority Park and Ride Lot Locations ......................................................................... 21
Figure 5 Park and Ride lot Locations Scoring ................................................................................... 22
Figure 6 Line Item Costs for Park and Ride Lot Development........................................................ 41
Figure 7 Park and Ride Lot Cost Estimate .......................................................................................... 43
Figure 8 Park and Ride Lot Inventory ................................................................................................. 81
Figure 9 Current Potential Demand for Park and Ride Lots by Directional Commute .............. 90
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1 INTRODUCTION This plan identifies, prioritizes and provides preliminary design & cost information for Park and Ride lots in
areas of Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) Region 4. The American Association of State
Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) defines Park and Ride lots as:
“Park-and-ride lots can be classified as intermodal transfer facilities. They provide a
staging location for travelers to transfer between the auto mode and transit or between
the single occupant vehicle (SOV) and other higher occupancy vehicle (HOV or carpools)
modes. With planning and forethought, park-and-ride lots can serve a much wider array
of intermodal transfers, thereby increasing the activity at the park-and-ride facility, and
better integrating it with the surrounding community. Other modes potentially supported
by a park-and-ride facility include: pedestrian, bicycle, paratransit, carpool and vanpool,
intercity bus transit, airport service, intercity rail, and other modes, based on the location
and opportunities available.”1
Park and Ride lots:
are important to providing a multi-modal transportation system in Region 4 and their development
provides an efficient connection between auto, bike, and pedestrian modes and carpool, vanpool,
and local/regional transit.
facilitate alternatives to medium to long single occupancy vehicle (SOV) commute trips, thus
reducing greenhouse gas emissions and critical resource use;
reduce the need for additional travel lanes on the roadway systems and reduce miles traveled by
single occupant vehicle;
help build livable communities by creating more cost-effective connections between people and
their destinations.
This Plan includes an analysis of existing formal and informal Park and Ride lots as well as potential lots
across Region 4, and prioritizes lot development and enhancements to existing lots. While the Plan
prioritizes specific markets and sites, in reality Park and Ride lots are developed opportunistically and the
Plan should not be read as precluding additional locations. Any new proposed facilities could be
analyzed using the same prioritization criteria and designated or built as appropriate.
There are currently no formally-designated Park and Ride lots or rideshare programs in Region 4 outside
of the Central Oregon Area (Jefferson, Crook and Deschutes counties). ODOT Region 4 has funded an
analysis of rideshare feasibility in the Lower John Day (Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, and Wheeler Counties)
and South Central Oregon (Klamath and Lake Counties) Areas and preliminary findings from this work
suggest that there is interest and demand for an expanded rideshare program in these areas. This
Region 4 Park and Ride Lot Plan project is a natural complement to current rideshare outreach.
1 AASHTO Guide for Park and Ride Facilities, 2004. p. 3
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Regional Context
ODOT Region 4 is one of five administrative geographic areas of the Oregon Department of
Transportation. Region 4 is charged with the safe and effective construction, operation and maintenance
of US and State highways from the shores of the Columbia River to the California border and from the
crest of the Cascade Range well into the Oregon High Desert. Region 4 is comprised of the following
counties: 1) Lower John Day Area – Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, Wheeler; 2) Central Oregon Area – Crook,
Deschutes, and Jefferson; 3) South Central Oregon Area – Klamath and Lake.
The region is generally rural, with dispersed urban areas. The total population is 304,5082 over
approximately 28,4903 square miles (population density of 10.4 persons/square mile). Long distances
separate the three major population centers of the region: The Dalles, Redmond/Bend, and Klamath
Falls. U.S. Highway 97 is the primary north-south corridor, connecting Klamath Falls to the Central
Oregon Area cities and continues north through Washington. Interstate 84 runs along the Washington
border and the Columbia River to connect the The Dalles and other Lower John Day Area communities
with Portland and Interstate 5 to the west and U.S. 97 to the east. U.S. Highways 20 and 26 run east-
2 U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2007-2011 5-Year Averages
3 U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2010
Figure 1 ODOT Region 4
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west through the center of the Region. These corridors are used extensively for long-distance commute
and other trips, which will be discussed in further in Section 4, Demand Estimates.
Assumption: Nature of the Demand for Park and Ride Lots in Region 4
Region 4 is primarily rural with low population density and traditionally heavy reliance on the personal
vehicle. In most communities, there is not sufficient congestion, high parking fees, or parking limitations
to support the development of rim lots4. However, there are locations within the Region which may be
approaching, or will soon approach, the densities and parking constraints sufficient to merit consideration
of “rim lots”. These locations are identified in the notes section of Figure 5 and may warrant further study.
The rising cost of single-occupancy vehicle (SOV) trips is incentivizing a growing number of commute
options as many live far away from major destinations and job centers. Park and Ride lots use will
therefore be focused primarily on providing an efficient transition point from SOV travel (as well as biking
and walking) to lower-cost carpool, vanpool, and transit trips for longer-distance commutes between
Cities.
Methodology
This plan evaluates Park and Ride lots throughout Region 4 in order to identify the best locations to
provide residents with travel options for the highest demand trips. The methodology to determine the
feasibility of different Park and Ride lots is outlined below:
1. Stakeholder Interviews. Conducted interviews with technical experts and stakeholders from
each community in order to develop a list of existing formal, informal and potential Park and Ride
lots in Region 4. Definitions:
Joint or Shared use lots. Park and Ride shares a parking lot with other designated use;
such as, church, grocery store or mall. Development is often opportunistic. Advantage is
minimal construction cost and relatively quick development.
Formal. Formally designated by government or transportation authority to be used for Park
and Ride. May or may not be a joint or shared use lot.
Informal. Not formally designated by government or transportation authority but is currently
used for Park and Ride activities. Often a joint or share use lot but sometimes an unimproved
area on the side of a road or other similar use.
Potential. Potential lots that have been recognized based on location, ownership, or land
availability. No current Park and Ride activity at the facility. May be developed as a
standalone Park and Ride lot or be a joint or shared use lot.
2. Data Collection. Collected additional data about zoning, utilization and access (bike, pedestrian,
transit) for the identified sites.
3. Commuter Statistics/Primary destinations. Determined commuter demand between
communities in Region 4. Developed demand estimates to prioritize different commute origin to
destination community “markets”.
4. Prioritization. Prioritized potential Park and Ride lots based on ability to serve identified demand
and three other criteria – cost, access, and local area considerations.
4 “Rim lots” are park and ride facilities that allow in-bound commuters to park at the edge of dense urban areas and take transit – often light rail or rapid transit – to city centers and other employment areas.
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5. Site Identification. Identified eight sites (6 in Central Oregon, 1 in Lower John Day Area, and 1
in Klamath and Lake Counties) that could serve primary commute market destinations/directions.
Conducted preliminary due diligence on the sites’ feasibility as park and ride lot facilities. The
final details of site development – e.g. design, engineering, use agreements, etc., were outside
the scope of this process.
6. Cost estimates. Investigated general cost estimates for the development of parking lots through
interviews with local public works and ODOT project managers and private construction firms.
Limitations
This plan relies on demographic, economic and travel data in addition to local expert evidence gathered
in interviews with community stakeholders. U.S. Census Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics
(LEHD) commute data was used to determine the commuter demand between different Cities and CDPs
in Region 4. Many rural communities and unincorporated areas are not included in Census data
collection and therefore could not be analyzed for the purposes of this plan. Noteable communities
include Crooked River Ranch and Juniper Canyon in Prineville. Also, persons living in unincorporated
areas north of La Pine may be served by Park and Ride (see Commercial Store location in Appendix B).
While these communities could not be analyzed due to limited data, future identification of Park and Ride
lot sites serving these areas should be considered and could be analyzed using similar criteria.
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2 EXISTING CONDITIONS OVERVIEW This section provides information on existing Park and Ride lot infrastructure as well as programs that
enhance Park and Ride lot functionality, such as transit and transportation demand management
programs (TDM).
Existing Formal Lots
Figure 2 outlines the existing formal Park and Ride Lots in Region 4 (all are located in Central Oregon).
Opportunities and challenges associated with each site are identified in the notes section.
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Figure 2 Region 4: Formal Park and Ride Lots
Name Address City Spaces Zoning Utilization5 Bike6 Ped7 Transit8 Paved Lights Shelter Bike Rack
Notes
Sunriver Marketplace Park and Ride
18160 Cottonwood Rd.
Sunriver 6 Commercial District (SUC)
1-5 Yes NI NI X X X Demand for P&R in this location is low. Not recommended for additional investment.
Mount Bachelor Park and Ride
SW Simpson and Columbia
Bend 200 Light Industrial (IL) 10+ during ski season
Yes Yes Yes X X X X Used primarily for shuttle to Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort.
ODOT Park and Ride 20340 Empire Blvd.
Bend 8 Light Industrial (IL) 1-5 Yes Yes Yes X X X
Incorporated into new building’s parking lot. Bike racks designated for P&R users. Low use due to poor visibility and access.
Bend Park and Ride: Powell Butte Hwy
Powell Butte Hwy and E Hwy 20
Bend 10 Multi-Use Agriculture (MUA10)
1-5 Yes NI No Low demand and minimal use. Not recommended for any future investment.
La Pine Park and Ride 17000 Burgess Rd La Pine 25 La Pine Community Facility Limited (LPNCFL)
10+ Yes NI Yes X X X Very popular, especially for transit use.
Prineville Park and Ride
305 NW Madras Hwy
Prineville 12 Light Industrial (M1)
5-10 Yes NI Yes
Not ADA accessible and unsafe access. Not recommended for future investment, may be decommissioned.
Sisters Pumphouse Park and Ride
591 E Hwy 20 Sisters 6 Commercial (C) 1-5 Yes Yes Yes X X Lacks promotion.
Terrebonne Park and Ride
8150 N Hwy 97 Terrebonne 5+10 overflow
Commercial 10+ Yes Yes Yes X X High demand. Difficult left turn onto 97 South for bus.
5 Anecdotal from stakeholder interviews 6 Bike Access. NI = Needs Improvement, Yes = Bike access from community nearby. 7 Pedestrian Access. NI = Needs Improvement, Yes = Sidewalks connect residential to the lot. 8 Transit Access. NI = Needs improvement, Yes = Located on a local or commuter shuttle route.
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Public Transit Service
Central Oregon
In Central Oregon, public transportation is provided by Cascades East Transit (CET), which is operated
by the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council. CET service is offered within and between the 8
incorporated cities of Central Oregon. CET provides the following types of service across the region:
Bend Fixed Route and Complementary Dial-A-Ride. CET provides 7 fixed routes in Bend,
with routes running from approximately 6:15am to approximately 6:20pm. The routes all
converge at Hawthorne Station, which is also the hub for the Bend-Redmond and Bend-La Pine
shuttles. CET also offers complementary paratransit (DAR) available to any eligible individual
(persons with disabilities and low-income senior citizens) within the city limits. Routes run at full
service (40 headways) from Monday to Friday, and operate from 8am to 5pm on an 80-minute
headway on Saturdays.
Local General Public Dial-A-Ride. CET provides local dial-a-ride (reservation-based) service to
any members of the public in the following Central Oregon communities: La Pine, Madras,
Prineville, Redmond and Sisters. Service hours vary from community to community, but are
generally 7am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday (with the exception of Sisters where service is
only offered on Tuesdays from 9am to 3:30pm). Service areas are the designated urban growth
boundary (UGB) in all communities except for Sisters and La Pine, where local settlement
patterns justify a broader service area that includes significant areas outside the UGB.
Community Connector Shuttles. CET provides fixed-schedule Community Connector Shuttles
connecting all 8 incorporated cities. The shuttles run Monday-Friday, on various schedules. The
shuttles all pick up and drop off at central transit hubs in each community, from which riders can
transfer to local transit services.
Lower John Day Area
In the northern section of Region 4, public transportation is provided by each county: Wasco, Sherman,
Gilliam, and Wheeler counties:
Wasco County. Public transportation is provided by Mid-Columbia Council of Governments,
which administers The Link Transportation Network, providing Dial-A-Ride services to The Dalles
area. The Link offers regular shopping trips around The Dalles on Mondays and Wednesdays.
The Link also connects to Columbia Area Transit in Hood River on Thursdays for a fixed-route to
Portland. The Link Dial-A-Ride is available on weekdays by reservation with office hours of 8am-
5pm. Columbia Area Transit, which is based in Hood River, provides a fixed-route intercity
connector service between Hood River and The Dalles three times a day on weekdays, which
runs from 6am-6:30pm. There is also a volunteer-driven Dial-A-Ride service for seniors and
individuals with disabilities that serves south Wasco County communities.
Sherman County. Public transportation is provided by Sherman County Community Transit,
which offers Dial-A-Ride services throughout Sherman County on weekdays from 8am-5pm
(office closed on Fridays), as well as a regular trip from Moro to The Dalles on Mondays and
Thursdays leaving Moro at 8am and departing The Dalles at 2pm.
Gilliam County. The Senior Services department of Gilliam County provides Dial-A-Ride
services with volunteer drivers for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and the general public
throughout the county as space is available. Service is offered Monday-Friday on a variable
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schedule to meet the needs of county residents/passengers, primarily those in the areas of
Arlington and Condon. Passengers must reserve a ride 36 hours in advance.
Wheeler County. Wheeler County Community Transportation (WCCT) provides Dial-A-Ride
service for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and the general public as space is available.
Service is offered to residents throughout the county, primarily in the areas of Fossil, Spray, and
Mitchell and uses volunteer drivers. Service is available on weekdays and passengers must
reserve a ride at least two days in advance. WCCT makes frequent trips to Bend, Redmond,
Prineville, Madras, and The Dalles.
Klamath and Lake Counties
In the southern part of Region 4, public transit service is primarily provided by Basin Transit Service in
Klamath Falls.
Klamath County. Basin Transit Service (BTS) provides service in and around the urban area of
Klamath Falls. BTS operates a fixed route program with six (6) routes, including two routes in the
downtown area. Buses operate generally from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM. BTS also operates a dial-a-
ride service for seniors and people with disabilities. The Klamoya Tribes operate a shuttle from
Chiloquin to Klamath Falls on a weekly basis. The Klamath Basin Senior Citizens Councils
operates an on-call shuttle around the Klamath Falls area.
Lake County. No fixed route transit service exists in Lake County. A shuttle operates for seniors
at the Lake County Senior Citizens Association in Lakeview.
Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Program Overview
Central Oregon
Commute Options for Central Oregon is the TDM program advocate and provider across ODOT Region
49 and offers several programs, including vanpool programs, carpool ride-matching (as regional
administrators of the 3-state Drive Less Connect program), park and ride lot development and marketing,
and a transportation options rewards program:
Advocacy and Outreach. Commute Options has been the primary regional organization
advocating for non-SOV modes since the early 1990s, and has worked to promote non-SOV
infrastructure (e.g. park and ride lots, bike corrals, pedestrian facilities), public transportation,
carpool and vanpool programs; outreach to citizens and organizations; policy advocacy to local
governments and state agencies; and more recently the Safe Routes to Schools program and
transportation Health Impact Assessment policy advocacy.
Drive Less Connect regional administrator. Drive Less Connect is a tri-state (OR, WA, ID)
online rideshare and TDM tracking program that helps interested users and organize carpools,
identify “bike buddies”, and track out-of-pocket savings accrued from non-SOV trips. It is also the
reporting basis for the rewards program described in the next section.
Commute Options Partners (COPs) and Reward Program. Commute Options enlists the
involvement of area businesses, non-profits, and government agencies as TDM partners.
9 In the areas of Region 4 that are outside Central Oregon, Commute Options partners with and works through local entities – most recently the Mid-Columbia Economic Development District in the Lower John Day Area and Klamath County Public Health in the South Central Oregon Area.
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Interested organizations pay a fee of $50-$500, depending on number of employees, and
designate an Employee Transportation Coordinator (ETC) to act as a liaison with Commute
Options and to oversee TDM activities and rewards programs. The ETC registers employees into
the Drive Less Connect online database, and assists with reporting their non-SOV commute (and
other) trips. The COPs fee helps pay for a rewards program in which employees are eligible to
receive $25 gift certificates to area businesses after every 45 non-SOV work round trips (home to
work and back). Only employees with COPs are eligible to receive this award.10
Vanpool Program. Commute Options does not directly provide vanpool services, however it
assists interested employers and employees in accessing the vanpool programs offered by
Enterprise and V-Ride, in which companies lease vans that are then driven by vanpool
participants. Currently, V-Ride leases 9 vans serving 91 US Forest Service employees;
Enterprise leases 1 van serving 13 riders, and Sunriver Resort operates their own van serving 9
employees.
Lower John Day Area
Advocacy and Outreach. In partnership with Commute Options, Mid-Columbia Economic
Development District (MCEDD) hosts a Project/Mobility Manager position, who is responsible for
coordinating public transportation agencies and services in Wasco and Sherman counties, as well
as Hood River, Klickitat, and Skamania counties.
Drive Less Connect/Commute Options. The MCEDD Mobility Manager promotes commute
options programs in the region and works with employers in Wasco and Sherman counties to
promote the use of Drive Less Connect, sign up employers as Commute Options Partners, and
generally increase awareness of and participation in ridesharing programs throughout the region.
Klamath and Lake Counties
Drive Less Connect. Commute Options for Central Oregon is contracted by ODOT to provide
TDM outreach and administers the Drive Less Connect program in the South Central Oregon
Area. As of this writing, Commute Options was working to identify a sub-contracting partner with
which to work in the Area.
10 COPs fees don’t cover the entire cost of purchasing the gift certificates; other sources include the City of Bend.
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3 STAKEHOLDER INTERVIEW SUMMARY Stakeholder interviews were conducted with key representatives in each community in order to generate
a comprehensive list of existing formal, informal and potential Park and Ride lots in Region 4 as well as to
understand issues and opportunities salient to park and ride lot demand and usage. The stakeholder
committee list, interview questionnaire and a complete summary of the stakeholder interviews are
included in Appendix A. The comprehensive list of all existing formal, informal and potential Park and
Ride Lots is included in Appendix B. In addition to the list of lots, the following opportunities and
challenges for Park and Ride Lot development in the region were identified in the interviews:
General Findings
Challenges
It is less convenient to use Park and Ride lots to connect to transit or carpools than to drive alone.
Lack of traffic and ease of commuting between communities weakens demand.
Rural communities have ample space for parking and may not need designated Park and Ride
lots (rim lots).
Opportunities
The greatest demand for park and ride lots will be for lower-income households traveling long
distances.
Demand for Park and Ride Lots could increase with rising gas prices.
Demand could increase with development of enhanced transit services to desired destinations.
Sharing existing parking lots may be the easiest, most cost effective option and promotes
economic development.
Increased economic growth could increase demand for Park and Ride lots.
Greater promotion and marketing of the location and purpose of P&R lots could increase
demand.
Perceived Stakeholder Demand for Park and Ride Lots
Central Oregon
Crook County – Medium to Low
Bend – Medium
Redmond – Medium
Sisters – Unknown
South Deschutes County – Medium to High
Jefferson County – Low to Medium
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Klamath and Lake Counties
Klamath and Lake Counties – Low/Undefined
Lower John Day Area
Gilliam County – Medium to Low
Sherman County – Medium
Wasco County – Medium to High
The Dalles/Wasco County – Medium
Wheeler County – High
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4 DEMAND ESTIMATES
Priority Markets
As stated in the opening section, a key assumption for this plan is that the primary purpose for park and
ride lot use in Region 4 will be to provide access to lower-cost transportation options for long-distance
commutes. Each of these commutes can be identified as an origin-to-destination “trip pair”. Due to the
scale of this project, origins and destinations were only analyzed at the whole-community scale (rather
than, for instance, different areas or neighborhoods within communities). Persons living in Bend and
commuting to Redmond are one trip pair, and commutes from Redmond to Bend form a separate trip
pair. Trip pairs that travel in the same direction, for instance persons living in The Dalles and commuting
west to Hood River or to Portland, are accumulated into one “market” – “The Dalles-west”.
There are hundreds of individual long-distance commutes in Region 4 and many dozens of “markets”. In
order to provide a basis for prioritizing new park and ride lot development, it is necessary to understand
which of these “markets” are sufficient to generate potential park and ride lot usage. The identification of
priority markets was based primarily on the number of directional commutes per day for each trip pair.
High market demand was defined as 450+ commutes per day and medium market demand was 100-449
commutes per day. Some discretion in scoring was allowed in areas that were known to have higher than
average demand for alternative commute options. For example, the La Pine-north market was changed
from a score of “low” (70 commutes per day) to “medium” due to higher poverty, a higher-than-average
rate of non-SOV mode use, and known high demand for the existing Park and Ride Lot at Wickiup
Junction.11
The Demand Estimate criteria are explained in full in Appendix C. Figure 3 shows the priority commutes
for Park and Ride Lot use in ODOT Region 4.
11 U.S. Census Bureau and U.S. Census LEHD OnTheMap 2010 data sources were used for the characterization of markets: population, poverty rate, commute origin and destination, destination employment, and alternative commuting (carpool and transit).
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Figure 3 Region 4 Priority Demand Markets
Origin Direction Destinations Number of Commutes Commuter Demand
Redmond South Bend, Tumalo 2,226 High
Bend North Redmond, Madras, Eagle Crest 1,787 High
The Dalles West Hood River, Portland, Gresham, Tigard, Odell, Milwaukie
819 High
Prineville West Bend, Redmond 721 High
Bend South La Pine, Three Rivers, Sunriver 678 High
Klamath Falls West Medford, Ashland 488 High
Madras North Warm Springs 351 High
Bend East Prineville 325 Medium
Sunriver North Bend 265 Medium
Bend West Sisters 201 High
Redmond East Prineville 199 Medium
Redmond North Madras 168 Medium
Klamath Falls South Merril 108 Medium
La Pine North Bend 70 Medium
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5 PRIORITIZED LIST OF LOCATIONS Site evaluation criteria
Upon identifying the high and medium markets, the existing formal or informal lots and potential new Park
and Ride Lots at the origin side of the markets were then scored according to criteria (see Appendix B for
a list of all identified sites). The prioritization criteria were developed based on the opportunity for Park
and Ride lot investment to be successful, including potential ridership (based on market demand and lot
location), site access, cost, and existing amenities. Following is a description of each criterion:
Market Demand. The score for Market Demand was based on commuter demand for the corridor
(U.S. Census 2010, LEHD OnTheMap data) and the location of the lot within the community to
enable it to serve the maximum number of commuters with minimal out of direction travel. (weight
= 1.5)
Potential Cost. The score for Potential Cost considered a variety of factors including: the
presence of existing amenities (primarily paving but also other amenities such as lighting, ADA
sidewalks, etc.), even slope (to minimize grading cost), an existing relationship with a landowner
(public-private partnership opportunity) and knowledge of any environmental concerns in the
proposed area. (weight = 1.3)
Access. Convenient arterial access and a long-distance transit route stop (e.g. a commuter
service that could serve the market demand) were the primary criteria for the Access score. Also
considered were bike/pedestrian access, local transit access, and visibility of the lot from a
highway or major arterial. (weight = 1.3)
Local Area Considerations. Local Area Considerations are factors such as zoning and local
government policies, residential proximity and neighborhood impact (would the neighborhood
oppose the sighting of the lot), and perceived safety/security. (weight = 1.0)
P&R Lot Development Opportunity Locations
The Project Management Team scored the lots, and nine priority sites were identified within the top 15%
of scores. Seven sites were identified in Central Oregon, one in the Lower John Day Area and one in
Klamath and Lake Counties. The two identified Redmond sites are redundant; if it proves difficult to
develop a shared-use agreement for the site along Highway 97, the COCC site would be developed. The
Plan does not promote the development of both sites.
Figure 4 shows the resulting high-priority locations and Figure 5 shows the scores for all formal, informal
or potential lots that were located in a community at the origin end of a high or medium market.
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Figure 4 High Priority Park and Ride Lot Locations
Location Address Market Served Score
Safeway parking lot 80 NE Cedar St. Madras – N 15.3
Rite Aid/DMV parking lot12 1651 SW Odem Medo Road Redmond – S 15.3
Wal-Mart Area 20120 Pinebrook Rd. Bend - S 14.0
Cascade Village Shopping Center Area 63455 N Hwy 97. Bend - N 14.0
Erickson’s Thriftway parking lot 315 NW 3rd St. Prineville – W 14.0
COCC/WorkSource Redmond parking lot12 2030 SE College Loop. Redmond – S 14.0
La Pine Park and Ride 17000 Burgess Rd. La Pine - N 13.8
The Dalles Transit Center 3600 W 6th St. The Dalles - W 13.35
Klamath Fire Department Dist. 4 4041 Balsam Dr. Klamath Falls - W 13.0
Additional information for each location is provided in Section 6, Park and Ride Lot Profiles.
12 The two Redmond sites are redundant. The Plan does not promote the development of both sites. Rather, the Rite Aid site, being located on Highway 97, is the preferred location. However, if it proves difficult to develop a use agreement, the COCC site has landowner support and would serve.
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Figure 5 Park and Ride lot Locations Scoring
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Front of Shilo Inn The Dalles The Dalles – E/W/S/N13
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1st and Federal 1st Street between Federal and Washington.
The Dalles The Dalles – Downtown
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Base of Brewery Grade The Dalles The Dalles – E/W I (2)
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Big Box Stores 3600 W 6th St The Dalles The Dalles – W I (3)
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Discovery Center 5000 Discovery Dr. The Dalles The Dalles – W I (2)
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Lone Pine Village 551 Lone Pine Blvd. The Dalles The Dalles – E/N/S
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The Dalles Transit Center 3600 W 6th St. The Dalles The Dalles – W P (3)
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Granada Theater Parking Garage
E 1st and Washington The Dalles The Dalles – Downtown
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School District Site E 10th St and Thompson
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CENTRAL OREGON
Mount Bachelor Park and Ride SW Simpson and Columbia
Bend Bend - None F (1)
1.5
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ODOT Park and Ride 20340 Empire Blvd. Bend Bend – N F (2)
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Bend Park and Ride: Powell Butte Hwy
Powell Butte Hwy and E Hwy 20
Bend Bend – E F (2)
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Wal-Mart 20120 Pinebrook Rd Bend Bend -S I (3) (3) (2) (3) 14 Proposed as La Pine-Bend shuttle route stop.
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Riverwoods Country Store 19745 Galen Baker Rd.
Bend Bend – S I (3)
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Cascade Village Shopping Center
63455 N Hwy 97 Bend Bend – N P (3)
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Westside Stores/Church Near COCC Bend Bend – None P (1)
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ODOT property adjacent to Les Schwab
61085 S Hwy 97 Bend Bend – S P (3)
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Colorado and U.S. 97 Bend Bend – N or S P (2)
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Regal Cinemas 2717 U.S. 20 Bend Bend – E P (2)
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La Pine Park and Ride 17000 Burgess Rd La Pine La Pine – N F (2)
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La Pine City Hall 16345 Sixth St. La Pine La Pine – N P (1)
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Commercial Store 53750 Hwy 97 La Pine La Pine – N I (2)
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Safeway 80 NE Cedar St. Madras Madras – N I (3)
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DMV/WorkSource 249 SW 3rd St. Madras Madras – N I (2)
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SW of Sonic North Y Madras Madras – N P (3)
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Jefferson County Fairgrounds 430 SW Fairgrounds Rd.
Madras Madras - S I (1)
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Jefferson County Senior Center 860 SW Madison Madras Madras –S P (1)
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4th and J St. Madras Madras – S I (1)
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Prineville Park and Ride 305 NW Madras Hwy Prineville Prineville – W F (3)
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City Hall 387 NE 3rd St. Prineville Prineville – W I (2)
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Erickson’s Thriftway 315 NW 3rd St. Prineville Prineville – W I (3)
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Crook County Fairgrounds 1280 S. Main Street Prineville Prineville – None P (1)
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Davidson Field 251 SE Court St. Prineville Prineville – W P (2)
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Ochoco Lumber Co. 200 SE Combs Rd Prineville Prineville – W P (1)
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11 Future home of St. Charles, cost score depends on a joint use agreement with the hospital. Serves Juniper Canyon residents heading west but would require out of direction travel for most Prineville residents. CET transit plan proposes local and Community Connector route stops at this location.
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Prineville Prineville – W I (2)
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30-40 Acre Commercial Site N Main and Peters Rd
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Downtown Redmond Transit Center
827 SW Deschutes Ave
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COCC/WorkSource Redmond 2030 SE College Loop
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Rite Aid/DMV parking lot 1651 SW Odem Medo Road
Redmond Redmond – S I (3)
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Wal-Mart 300 NW Oak Tree Ln Redmond Redmond – N I (2)
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Fred Meyer 944 SE Veterans Way
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U.S. 97 and Vandevert Rd U.S. 97 and Vandevert Rd
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Sunriver Marketplace Park 18160 Cottonwood Rd.
Sunriver Sunriver – N F (2)
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KLAMATH AND LAKE COUNTIES
Klamath Community College 7390 S 6th St. Klamath Falls KF - W I (1)
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Klamath Fire Department Dist. 4 4041 Balsam Dr. Klamath Falls KF-W P (3)
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13 Would require signage to direct traffic. Access to US 66 will be cut off in the future per Interchange Area Management Plan but access points nearby will remain. Limited pedestrian and bike access.
Sky Lakes Medical Center 2865 Daggett Ave Klamath Falls KF – S I (1)
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North Chevron 3730 U.S. 97 Klamath Falls KF - S I (1) (3) (1) (2) 8.7 Safety concerns. Not connected to residential.
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THE DALLES TRANSIT CENTER Location: 800 Chenoweth Loop W, The Dalles (Near W 6th St. & Chenoweth Loop) Primary Commute Served: The Dalles – West Zoning: General Commercial Zone Current Utilization: NA Park and Ride Plan Score: 13.35 Implementation Feasibility: High. This is a new development that deliberately includes a Park and Ride lot. See write-up below.
The proposed Park and Ride Lot will accompany the development of a new public transit center by the Mid-Columbia Council of Governments, which now owns the property. The site is within a general commercial zone and enterprise zone for the City of The Dalles. The site is located at the west end of The Dalles in an appropriate area to serve the high demand commute to points west of The Dalles, has relatively good access to the western-most on-ramp to Interstate 84, and will have direct connections to transit once the transit center is built. There are residential areas adjacent to and near the proposed lot and there are sidewalks and bike lanes on Chenoweth Loop W providing multi-modal access. The LJD Area Commission on Transportation ranked the project highest for ODOT’s Enhance-It program. The project has received approval for a Connect Oregon IV grant and 2012 Flex Funds, but the project requires full funding to be built.
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WAL-MART (BEND)
Location: 20120 Pinebrook Rd., Bend Primary Commute Served: Bend-South Zoning: General Commercial District (CG) Current Utilization: 1-5 cars Park and Ride Score: 14.0 Implementation Feasibility: Good. Approval is a partnership between the local store and corporate. The local store manager saw no reason that they would not consider this type of use.
The proposed Park and Ride Lot would be a joint use with the Wal-Mart on the South side of Bend, specifically the parking stalls on the south-eastern portion of the site contiguous with Pinebrook Boulevard. The lot is well situated to serve commuters heading south to La Pine and is on an existing local transit route. The location has also been suggested as a strong candidate for adding a stop on the Bend-La Pine Community Connector shuttle. There are residential areas adjacent to the lot and sidewalks and bike lanes providing multi-modal access. The large lot is paved, has lighting and passive security provided by store patrons. Proposed improvements include signs and a transit shelter. While the site currently lacks a signalized interchange at Pinebrook and Highway 97, making left turns out of the lot difficult for buses, the site is adjacent to the Murphy Road Interchange project which includes the construction of a roundabout which would allow buses and other uses to exit the site to the south and then turn around north at the roundabout.
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CASCADE VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER AREA (BEND) Location: 63455 N Hwy 97, Bend Primary Commute Served: Bend-North Zoning: Commercial General Current Utilization (Estimate): Unknown Park and Ride Score: 14.0 Implementation Feasibility: Mixed. The area managed as Cascade Village Mall is unlikely due to existing lease arrangements that preclude alternate long-term use of the parking lot. The Lowe’s location, just north of Cascade Village Mall proper, is a good site due to access considerations and the size of the lot, but these decisions are made at the corporate level. Local management saw no reasons to preclude this use.
The proposed Park and Ride Lot would be joint use with one of the existing parking lots in the vicinity of the Cascade Village Shopping Center on the north side of Bend and would serve commutes to Redmond and beyond. The area is currently served by Bend’s fixed-route system and could be a southbound stop on the Bend-Redmond Community Connector in the future. Northbound egress for transit is difficult for portions of the area, with the exception of the Lowe’s parking lot, and multi-modal access (bike and pedestrian) is limited due to the proximity to US 97 and 20. Future road realignment will provide an area for a dedicate Park and Ride facility on ODOT property that would provide better northbound and southbound access for a Community Connector shuttle. The large shopping center has ample paved parking, lighting and passive security provided by store patrons. Proposed improvements include signs and a transit shelter at the location.
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LA PINE PARK AND RIDE LOT – EXISTING FORMAL LOT Location: 17000 Burgess Rd, La Pine Primary Commute Served: La Pine-North Zoning: La Pine Community Facility Limited (LPNCFL) Current Utilization (Estimate): 10+ Park and Ride Score: 13.8 Implementation Feasibility: N/A, Existing lot. Amenity improvements suggested below.
This existing, formal Park and Ride Lot is located on the north end of La Pine and is well situated to serve commuters heading north to Bend and beyond. It is served by the Bend-La Pine Community Connector shuttle. The lot is primarily accessed by vehicles but distance from residential areas makes it difficult to access by pedestrian and/or bike. Suggested improvements to the site include lighting, increased signage and an improved shelter. A key consideration resulting from the listing of this site in the Plan is that access to and from this site should not be limited by the proposed US 97 @ Wickiup Junction project.
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SAFEWAY (MADRAS) Location: 80 NE Cedar St., Madras Primary Commute Served: Madras – North Zoning: Corridor Commercial (C1) Current Utilization (Estimate): 5-10 Park and Ride Score: 15.3 Implementation Feasibility: Good. The store manager has reviewed the concept and is in favor. Additional process with Safeway’s corporate office is required.
The proposed Park and Ride Lot would be joint use with Safeway on the north side of Madras. The lot is well situated to serve commuters heading north to Warm Springs. The lot could potentially be served by a Community Connector shuttle between Madras-Warm Springs in the future and is currently accessible with local public transit. The location can be accessed by both bike and pedestrians. The large lot has ample paved parking, lighting and passive security provided by store patrons. Proposed improvements include signs and a transit shelter at the location.
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ERICKSON’S THRIFTWAY (PRINEVILLE)
Location: 315 NW 3rd St., Prineville Primary Commute Served: Prineville - West Zoning: Commercial Center Current Utilization (Estimate): Unknown Park and Ride Score: 14 Implementation Feasibility: High. Landowner is interested.
The proposed Park and Ride Lot would be joint use with the Erickson’s in Prineville and the landowner has already expressed interest in a partnership. The lot is well situated to serve commuters heading west to Bend and Redmond and could potentially replace the Community Connector shuttle stop at Prineville City Hall (where there is a parking shortage). The lot has good bike and pedestrian access. Proposed improvements include signs, lighting, a transit shelter, and improvement of the sidewalk to ADA standards.
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COCC/WORKSOURCE (REDMOND) Location: 2030 SE College Loop Primary Commute Served: Redmond - South Zoning: Commercial Center Current Utilization (Estimate): 1-5 Park and Ride Score: 14.0 Implementation Feasibility: Good. COCC is conceptually in favor of the lot.
The proposed Park and Ride Lot would be a joint use with the Redmond COCC and WorkSource campuses. The lot is situated on an existing fixed-route local bus service with plans to include it on the Bend-Redmond Community Connector route in the future. The lot is not easily accessible by bike or pedestrian. Proposed improvements include signage and a shelter. This site is proposed as a backup to the Rite Aid site on Highway 97.
Street View of the Site
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RITE AID/DMV/CINEMAS (REDMOND)
Location: 1651 SW Odem Medo Road, Redmond Primary Commute Served: Redmond - South Zoning: Strip Service Commercial (C1) Current Utilization (Estimate): Unknown Park and Ride Score: 15.3 Implementation Feasibility: Unknown. Rite Aid is planning to move.
The proposed Park and Ride Lot would be a joint use at the existing parking lot serving Rite Aid/DMV and would serve commuters heading south to Bend and beyond. The lot is situated with easy access to and from Highway 97 due to an existing signalized interchange. The draft Redmond and Regional Transit Master Plans each propose fixed-route local bus service for the area. Proposed improvements include signage and a transit shelter. This is the priority preferred site to serve the Redmond south market. The Rite Aid store is planning to move; therefore implementation feasibility is difficult to determine at this time. Due to this uncertainty, the Redmond COCC location has been included in the Plan as a backup location.
Street View of the Site
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KLAMATH FIRE DEPARTMENT DISTRICT 4 (KLAMATH FALLS) Location: 4041 Balsam Dr., Klamath Falls Primary Commute Served: Klamath Falls - West Zoning: Public Facility Current Utilization (Estimate): 0 Park and Ride Score: 13 Implementation Feasibility: Interested but needs more information/proposal.
The proposed Park and Ride Lot would be a joint use with the Klamath Fire District and would serve commuters heading west from Klamath Falls and Altamont to Ashland and Medford. The lot is situated with easy access to and from US 66 and is served by Basin Transit Service. Proposed improvements include signage and a transit shelter.
Street View of the Site
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7 COST CONSIDERATIONS Cost Considerations
Park and Ride lots are often developed opportunistically, particularly in the current environment of scarce
public finances, with designation of existing parking lots preferred due to cost considerations. However,
there may be cases where new lots should be developed due to high market demand and/or the
opportunity to serve multimodal needs (e.g. The Dalles Transit Center project). Figure 6 provides line-
item cost estimates for park and ride lot development and amenities. The costs for new lot development
assume minimal pre-construction costs:
Minimal grading.
No major excavation.
Minimal storm water management. No hardware for drainage (no manholes).
Power available on site or on adjacent property.
Figure 6 Line Item Costs for Park and Ride Lot Development
Item Description Unit Unit Cost
Paving14 8” if ¾-0 gravel and 3” of pavement
Sq. ft. $3
Grading $8,000 for 3,000 sq. ft lot Sq. ft. $2.67
Paving15 Light fine, 4-6” base, 2# asphalt Sq. ft. $1.50-$2.25 (depending on size of lot)
Curb16 Ln. ft. $10-20
Sidewalk17 Ln. ft. $40
Irrigation Foot $7
ADA Ramps Each $750
Lighting Foot $40
Landscaping Ln. ft. $15
Wheel Stops18 Each $65
Metal Hand Rails Foot $70
Chain Link Fence Foot $27
Striping19 4” Parking stall line Each $8 (1-10)
$7 (11-20)
$6 (21-40)
$5 (40+)
Striping 4” Parking Stall Centerline Each $3.50 (<40)
14 From here to the next footnote: Tim McGinnis, ODOT 15 Tri-County Paving 16 Wilsons Curb 17 From here to the next footnote: Ana Jovanovich, ODOT 18 From here to the next footnote: Hood River Park and Ride – 60% Cost Estimate 19 From here to the next footnote: MillSite Landscape Services
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Item Description Unit Unit Cost
$2.50 (>40)
Striping Handicap Stall with Cross Hatch Each $85 (1)
$75 (2-4)
$60 (4+)
Striping 12” ‘Fire Lane’ Stencil Each $10
Striping 18” ‘No Parking’ Stencil Each $20
Striping Paint Curb Ln. ft. $.60
Striping Speed Bump Each $60 (1)
$50 (2-4)
$40 (4+)
Striping Small Arrow Each $20
Striping Large Arrow Each $25
Striping Paint Bollard Each $20
Lighting (fixtures)
Signage20 Post, Sign and Install Each $900
Transit Stop21 ADA Pad, Design, Sign Each $2,745
Small Transit Shelter Including small bench Each $2,500
Large Transit Shelter Including large bench Each $6,000
Bicycle Rack Each $450
Trash Can Each $100
Area Required
The following lot size estimates were based on existing parking lots, with additional space to
accommodate wider lanes for bus access and sufficient space for sidewalks and transit amenities:
90 to 100 parking spaces = 72,000 sq ft.
45 to 50 spaces = 36,000 sq. ft.
20 to 25 spaces = 18,000 sq ft.
Sample Cost Estimate
This cost estimate considers paving, grading and curbs for an 18,000 sq. ft. lot (134 X 134) with 20
parking spaces, space for bus lanes, a transit stop and a shelter. Costs for sidewalk, striping,
landscaping, lighting and other amenities are additional and are not included because they are too site
specific to be estimated accurately.
20 Tod LaFrance, ODOT Region 4 21 From here on, Cascades East Transit.
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Figure 7 Park and Ride Lot Cost Estimate
Item Unit Cost Cost
Paving $1.50/sq. ft. $27,000
Grading $2.67/ sq. ft. $48,060
Curb $15/ln. ft. $8,040
Transit Stop $2,745/each $2,745
Large Transit Shelter $6,000/each $6,000
TOTAL BASELINE CASE COST22 $91,845.00
22 This should be considered to be a minimum cost for a 20-stall P&R lot facility, and does not include many of the required features.
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8 IMPLEMENTATION STEPS
Plan Acceptance
The Region 4 Park and Ride Lot Plan will be proposed for “acceptance” by the three Area Commissions
in Region 4: the Lower John Day, Central Oregon, and South Central Oregon Area Commissions on
Transportation in the summer of 2013. The plan will be used to help local jurisdictions, stakeholders, and
ODOT prioritize future park and ride lot funding decisions.
Potential funding sources and other resources
Currently, there are two primary known options for the funding of park and ride lot development and
improvements:
1. Oregon “Enhance It” Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) process. This
process allows Area Commissions to prioritize a broad array of transportation projects for funding.
Recently, the process requires demonstration of multimodal and other non-traditional
transportation goals for selected projects, and park and ride lots appear to meet the criteria very
well. As of the development of this Plan, ODOT has submitted a pending Region 4 Park and
Ride Lot project into the Enhance It process. For more on the Enhance It process, see:
http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/TD/TP/pages/stip_guide.aspx
2. Local Partnerships. The development of park and ride lots at existing parking lots can be
achieved with minimal funding, with most requiring signage and other low-cost amenities such as
transit shelters, bike racks, etc. Partnerships between private landowners, transit systems and
TDM managers, ODOT, and local communities can effectively implement these types of projects.
Site Design & Engineering
The scope of work for this planning process did not include site design and engineering for the prioritized
lots. Additional work will be required to determine final needs for each identified location.
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Appendix A Stakeholder Interviews and Questionnaire
Stakeholder Interview Summary
Stakeholders
Crook County
Scott Edelman – City Planner, City of Prineville
Penny Keller – Road Master, Crook County
Deschutes County
Tyler Deke – Manager, Bend MPO
Chris Doty – Road Department Public Works Director, Deschutes County
Steven Hasson – City Manager, City of La Pine
James Lewis – Senior Planner, City of Redmond
Nate LiaBraaten – Business Development Manager, Economic Development for Central
Oregon
Eric Porter – Principal Planner, City of Sisters
Rick Root – Transportation Planner, City of Bend
Peter Russell – Senior Transportation Planner, Deschutes County
Jon Stark – Manager, Redmond Economic Development, Inc
Jefferson County
Gus Burril – City Administrator, City of Madras
Patrick Hanenkrat – City of Metolius
Jeff Hurd – Public Works Director, City of Madras
Joe Krenowicz – Executive Director, Madras Chamber of Commerce
Mike McHaney – Public Works Director, Jefferson County
EV Smith – City of Culver
Nicholas Snead – Community Development Director, City of Madras
Regional Representative
Jeff Monson – Executive Director, Commute Options
Klamath and Lake Counties
Sandra Fox - City of Klamath Falls
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Brent Frazier - Keno Community
Susan Galloway - Collins Products
Tom Hottman - Skylakes Medical
Darwin Johnson - Lake County
Beverly Leigh - Klamath County Health
Ernie Palmer- Basin Transit
Jennifer Palmer - Jeld-Wen
Curtis Raines - Klamath Tribes
Mike Stinson- ODOT Region 4 District 11
Stan Strickland- Klamath County Public Works
Matt Balkwill * - Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Jerry Bowers * - Bowers Fencing
Debra Caldwell * - Caldwell Catering
Jan Goodyear * - Oregon Institute of Technology
Amy Hathaway * - Business Efficiency Group
Cheryl Hukill * - Klamath County Commissioner
Larry Jones * - NEW Corp
Pamela Redding * - Southern Oregon Goodwill
Dan Shoun * - Lake County Commissioner
Chris Stickles * - Klamath Community College
*Respondents from October 11, 2012 Regional Workforce Investment Board (RWIB)
Gilliam County
Delene Durfey – Gilliam County
Peter Mitchell – Port of Arlington
Sherman County
Marnene Benson-Wood – Sherman County Community Transit
Paula King – Sherman County Community Transit
Jaclyn McCurdy – City of Rufus
René Moore – City of Moro
Wasco County
Dave Anderson – City of The Dalles
Marsha Davis – Mid-Columbia Medical Center
Brad DeHart – ODOT
Kathy Fitzpatrick – City of Mosier
Marty Matherly – Wasco County
Mike Miles – City of Maupin
Glenn Miller – City of Dufur
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Dan Schwanz – Mid-Columbia Council of Governments/The Link Transportation Network
Dan Spatz – Columbia Gorge Community College
Wheeler County
Candy Humphreys – Wheeler County Community Transportation
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Summary findings
In addition to the community specific findings in the following profiles, some respondents provided input that is potentially relevant to the entire region.
As gas prices increase, so will demand for Park and Ride Lots
Lack of traffic and ease of commuting between communities weakens demand for P&R
Desire to be “green”/environmentally friendly/live a more sustainable lifestyle could
increase demand for P&R
Increase in seniors, veterans and handicapped persons may increase demand for Park
and Ride
Partnerships with businesses and sharing existing parking lots may be the most cost
effective
Using Park and Ride lots for business, shopping, and medical ties in with economic
development
Increased economic growth could increase demand for Park and Ride
Need to overcome the challenge of convenience – it is less convenient to Park and Ride
transit or carpool than to drive alone.
Best locations are on the peripheries of communities with easy highway access
Demand could increase with continued and enhanced transit services to the location
Need to promote and market the location and purpose of P&R lots
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Interview Questionnaire
Introduction
Statement of the purpose of the project:
“The goal of this project is to identify, prioritize and provide preliminary design & cost information for Park and Ride lots in areas of Region 4 where longer distance commuting is occurring. This will include an analysis of supplemental Park and Ride lots and enhancements to existing lots in the Central Oregon area, as well as potential lots in other areas of Region 4. Priority will be given to locations near existing or needed transit stops, thus helping with intermodal connectivity.”
Definition of what a Park and Ride Lot is and what purpose it serves. One definition/overview:
“Park-and-ride lots can be classified as intermodal transfer facilities. They provide a staging location for travelers to transfer between the auto mode and transit or between the single occupant vehicle (SOV) and other higher occupancy vehicle (HOV or carpools) modes. With planning and forethought, park-and-ride lots can serve a much wider array of intermodal transfers, thereby increasing the activity at the park-and-ride facility, and better integrating it with the surrounding community. Other modes potentially supported by a park-and-ride facility include: pedestrian, bicycle, paratransit, carpool and vanpool, intercity bus transit, airport service, intercity rail, and other modes, based on the location and opportunities available.”
Interview Questions
7. What do you think is the primary current and future demand for Park and Ride lot
facilities in your (community, neighborhood, region, etc.?).
a. For instance, travel between what communities?
b. What modes would be used to meet this demand? Carpool, vanpool, and/or transit?
c. In your opinion, is it a high, medium, or low priority to serve this demand?
8. Are you aware of any formal (i.e. ODOT-signed) Park and Ride lots (in your community,
near your business, in your region, etc….?).
a. Where are they (exact location)?
b. What condition are they in? Paved? How much capacity? Amenities, etc.?
c. Do you know how they are currently being used? For what purpose, where are
people coming from/going to?; carpool/vanpool, transit, bike/ped, etc.?
d. In your opinion, are they sufficient for current demand? Future demand?
e. Do you know who owns/maintains them? Are there any agreements in place?
f. Should any of the informal P&R locations be designated as formal P&R Lots and
receive improvements, etc.? If so, what improvements?”
9. Are you aware of any informal Park and Ride lots (in your community, near your
business, in your region, etc….?).
a. Where are they (exact location)?
b. What condition are they in? Paved? How much capacity? Amenities, etc.?
c. Should any of the informal P&R locations be designated as formal P&R Lots and
receive improvements, etc.? If so, what improvements?”
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10. Are you aware of locations where you or others think a new Park and Ride lot should be
located?
a. Why should there be a Park and Ride lot in that location?
b. What purpose would it serve?
c. What capacity should it have? What amenities should be developed there?
d. What modes should be served at that location (e.g. carpool, transit, bike/ped, etc.)?
11. Would your organization (City, business, transit system, etc.) be interested in partnering
to develop new park and ride lots or improve existing ones?
a. for maintenance,
b. in terms of securing rights to use the land,
c. to construct the lots,
d. to fund projects?
e. Are you aware of any organizations (e.g. businesses, local governments, state
agencies, non-profits, etc.) that might be interested in partnering to either upgrade
existing or develop new Park and Ride lot facilities?
12. In sum, what do you think are your community/region/area’s priority needs in terms of
Park and Ride lot development?
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Interview Summary: Crook County
Stakeholders
Scott Edelman – City Planner, City of Prineville
Penny Keller – Road Master, Crook County
Demand for Park and Ride Lots
Current demand for Park and Ride lots in Crook County is medium to low.
Commutes from Prineville to Redmond and Bend present the greatest opportunity to
encourage P&R usage.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
Les Schwab Offices (305 NW Madras Hwy) - West end of Prineville. This lot has 12
spaces for P&R but has limited amenities. The gravel lot is not ADA accessible and the
location is not easily/safely accessible.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
Crook County has several informal P&R locations, some of which have potential to become formal P&R Lots.
Powell Butte Post Office (16052 Oregon 126, Powell Butte). This gravel lot currently
has space for 5-6 vehicles. The County is interested in purchasing the land but it needs
intersection improvements for safety (Powell Butte Hwy and 126, ODOT). The location
presents an opportunity for formal P&R.
Powell Butte Church (13720 Oregon 126, Powell Butte). The Church is a CET stop and
an activity center for the area. Since the Church is privately owned and very busy
already, the Post Office may present a better opportunity for the formal P&R Lot.
Top of the Grade (OR 126, Prineville). This location has P&R activity and is frequently
used by truck drivers as a rest area. The large, ODOT owned, gravel area could
accommodate over 50 spaces but would need lighting and more gravel base (to prevent
mud in the winter).
Prineville City Hall (387 Northeast 3rd Street, Prineville). City Hall has P&R activity due
to the CET stop and shelter on the property. However, it does not have slots available to
dedicate to P&R activity or area to expand. The central location is great for P&R
because it is bike and pedestrian accessible; however, the lot is just not large enough.
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations
These are locations that do not have recognized Park and Ride activity, but could be viable options in the future.
Crook County Fairgrounds (1280 S. Main Street, Prineville). The Crook County
Fairgrounds parking lot on the south end of Prineville (not central) has a large capacity
and is easily accessible to COCC.
Davidson Field (251 SE Court Street, Prineville). Currently a softball field, the site may
be redeveloped into a recreation center with ample parking. It is located across the street
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from City Hall (about a block behind the courthouse) in downtown Prineville. This
location is ideal for all transportation modes.
Ochoco Lumber Site (200 SE Combs Rd, Prineville) The lumber site may will be
developed as a new St. Charles Medical Center location. They could be willing to offer
lot space for P&R that could be especially valuable to Juniper Canyon residents.
North Main and Peters (Prineville) The large 30-40 acre commercial site may have
potential for P&R in the future.
Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: 10-20 vehicle capacity, lighting, covered shelter, bike rack, at least partial paving, visible signage, and potentially a restroom.
Potential Partnerships
Staff support from the
City of Prineville – staff support, secure rights to use land
City Street Department – maintenance
School District – maintenance
Crook County – maintenance
Parks district – maintenance
Ochoco Lumber – secure rights to use land
Crook County Fairgrounds – secure rights to use land
Project Pillar – construction partnership
National Guard – does projects as training opportunities (grading, gravel, etc)
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Interview Summary: Bend
Stakeholders
Tyler Deke – Manager, Bend MPO
Nate LiaBraaten – Business Development Manager, Economic Development for Central
Oregon
Rick Root – Transportation Planner, City of Bend
Demand for Park and Ride Lots
Current demand for Park and Ride lots in Bend is medium.
Respondents emphasized Bend-La Pine and Bend-Redmond commutes as important for
P&R.
Other potential for P&R include Bend-Sisters and Bend-Madras travel.
P&R lots should be accessible to transit, bikes and pedestrians in addition to providing
space for carpoolers.
Respondents encouraged the value of partnerships in developing new P&R locations,
such as existing store parking lots.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
Mount Bachelor Park and Ride (SW Simpson Ave. and SW Columbia). The paved and
striped Mt. Bachelor P&R has over 100 spaces available for commuters but is generally
used as P&R for the shuttle to Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort.
ODOT Park and Ride (20340 Empire Blvd #E6). ODOT is relocating to a new building
that will include 8 spaces for P&R, lighting, and bike racks designated for P&R users.
Bend Park and Ride - Powell Butte Highway (Powell Butte Hwy and Hwy 20). This
P&R is located on the far eastside of Bend next to the ODOT maintenance area. It has
10 spaces but does not have lighting and is unpaved. It is generally believed to have low
demand and minimal use.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
Wal-Mart/South Third (20120 Pinebrook Blvd). Wal-Mart’s southern location has P&R
potential for people traveling from Bend to La Pine. The large lot is paved, has lighting,
and passive security (“eyes” on the parking). A designated P&R area should have 10
spots and a Bend-La Pine shuttle stop.
Riverwoods Country Store (19745 Galen Baker Rd). A P&R at this location could
serve Bend-La Pine and South Bend-Bend commutes. The lot should have 10 spots for
P&R, lighting, and at least partial paving for ADA (or heavily compacted gravel surface).
An agreement with the Country Store could create a mutually beneficial relationship.
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations
These locations do not have recognized P&R activity, but could be viable options in the future.
Cascade Village Shopping Center (63455 N Hwy 97, Bend). This large shopping center
has ample paved parking, lighting, and passive security. It is a stop on the Bend fixed-
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route CET service, and the P&R would serve Bend-RDM commutes. The services
offered by the shopping center could provide incentive and convenience for P&R users.
Westside Stores/Church (Near COCC). The exact location is undetermined, but the
idea for this P&R is to alleviate student traffic and insufficient parking at COCC. The
ideal location would be close to campus and have shuttles taking students from the lot up
to the campus.
Les Schwab (61085 S Hwy 97). ODOT property adjacent to Les Schwab on South Hwy
97 could serve commutes to South County. However, access to the location is not
convenient.
Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: pavement, lighting, passive security (“eyes” on the parking), bike racks, shuttle/CET stops, and sidewalk connectivity.
Potential Partnerships
Bend MPO
Commute Options
Deschutes County - maintenance
City of Bend - maintenance
Bend Parks and Recreation - maintenance
Adjacent landowners (i.e. Riverwoods store) – secure rights to land
ODOT – secure rights to land
Central Oregon Community College (COCC)
OSU Cascades
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Interview Summary: Redmond Stakeholders
Chris Doty – Road Department Public Works Director, Deschutes County
James Lewis – Senior Planner, City of Redmond
Jon Stark – Manager, Redmond Economic Development, Inc
Demand for Park and Ride Lots
The current demand for Park and Ride lots in Redmond is medium.
The Bend-RDM commute has the greatest potential for P&R use, followed by Prineville-
RDM and Madras-RDM.
The primary need for a P&R is the Downtown Redmond Transit Center (Redmond Public
Library) which currently does not have any dedicated spaces for P&R.
Carpool and transit would be the primary modes served by P&R, but they would ideally
be accessible for bike/pedestrian as well. As Redmond and its industries continue to
grow, more people will be commuting to Redmond for work and play.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
Redmond does not have any formal Park and Ride lots, but one in Terrebonne serves commutes to Redmond.
Terrebonne Mini Market Park and Ride (8150 N Hwy 97). 5 spaces (plus overflow of
about 10 more). The market is also a stop on the CET Madras-Redmond Community
Connector.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
Downtown Redmond Transit Center/Redmond Public Library (827 SW Deschutes
Ave). The library is the CET transit hub in Redmond, but does not have any spaces
designated for P&R activities. Currently, there is informal P&R in the library parking lot
and surrounding streets.
WorkSource Redmond (2158 SE College Loop). The WorkSource office (SE side of
RDM) is in a high activity area next to the COCC campus and across from the Redmond
municipal airport. This area could have a Community Connector shuttle stop to connect it
with downtown Redmond and for P&R going to Bend.
Safeway (1705 U.S. 97). The convenient location of Safeway (and other large stores)
directly off of U.S. 97 presents an opportunity for formal P&R. The large parking lot has
ample space at the periphery and a partnership with a store can provide a mutually
beneficial relationship.
Wal-Mart (300 NW Oak Tree Ln). Wal-Mart, located at the north end of RDM, has a large
parking lot that could have spaces dedicated to P&R. This location could serve carpool
travel for employees at the Madras industrial park.23
23 Suggested by Madras/Jefferson County respondents
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Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations
These locations do not have recognized P&R activity, but could be options in the future.
SW 25th
and SW Yew. ODOT owned right-of-way in SW Redmond presents an
opportunity to collect people who live in the area. It is a convenient location for
Redmond-Bend commuters.
Redmond COCC (2030 SE College) (Deschutes County Fairgrounds and/or Redmond
Airport). The Redmond COCC campus has the potential to become another transit hub in
Redmond. There are many people traveling to/from the area, and it is conveniently
located on the south end of town for those catching a shuttle to Bend. The location
could have a fixed route service connecting it with the downtown hub.
Fred Meyer (944 SE Veterans Way). Fred Meyer does not have easy access off and on
to 97, but does have an adjacent vacant dirt lot.
Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: shelters, designated area, 30 spaces (with room to expand), sitting space, restrooms, marquee, payphone, bike racks. Wifi on wish list.
Potential Partnerships
City of Redmond
Deschutes County - Paving/striping/maintenance of transportation assets
Redmond Airport (City)
Deschutes County Fairgrounds (County)
COCC
REDI - Studies or planning to understand demand, provide forecasting based on
employment
School district
Hospital
Wal-Mart
Consumer Cellular
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Interview Summary: Sisters
Stakeholders
Tyler Deke – Manager, Bend MPO
Eric Porter – Principal Planner, City of Sisters
Rick Root – Transportation Planner, City of Bend
Demand for Park and Ride Lots
Current and projected future demand for Park and Ride lots in Sisters is unknown.
Emphasized commutes from Sisters to Bend and RDM as important for P&R.
Respondents noted that many citizens are environmentally conscious and would choose
P&R for transit use, but doubted interest in carpooling.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
Sisters Pumphouse Park and Ride (591 E Highway 20) – This 6 space P&R is behind the
gas station on the east edge of town. The location facilitates commutes to Bend and
Redmond, but lacks signage and/or promotion.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
Rays Food Place (635 N Arrowleaf Trail, Sisters). Rays has a large parking lot and is
located on the west side of town. Rays is known for community involvement and so may
be willing to enter into a formal P&R partnership to serve those living west of town.
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations This location does not have recognized P&R activity, but could be a viable option in the future.
McKenzie Meadow Village (adjacent to 1700 McKinney Butte Rd). This thirty-acre
parcel on the west end of town (in between the Sisters High School and Middle School)
will be home to an assisted living facility and clinic. The volume of activity could support
a viable transit stop and P&R location. The location could serve those living west of town.
Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: lighting, paving, shelter, bike facilities, served by buses that can take wheelchairs.
Potential Partnerships
City of Sisters (per City Council decision)
Sisters Trail Alliance
Sisters Chamber of Commerce
ENERGYneering (Sisters Airport)
Ministerial Association
Rays
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Interview Summary: South Deschutes County Stakeholders
Chris Doty – Road Department Public Works Director, Deschutes County
Steven Hasson – City Manager, City of La Pine
Peter Russell – Senior Transportation Planner, Deschutes County
Park and Ride Lot Demand
The current demand for Park and Ride lots in South County is medium-high.
Carpool/transit options are important for La Pine-Bend travel because of long distance
(30 miles) and treacherous road in the winter.
The primary needs for P&R are at the north and south ends of La Pine to provide P&R
options for people who live on both sides of town.
The formal P&R at Wickiup Junction is threatened by a new U.S. 97 overpass.
Carpool would be the primary mode served by the P&R with vanpool potential.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
La Pine Park and Ride: Wickiup Junction (17000 Burgess Rd, La Pine). This P&R is
the most popular P&R in the tri-counties, especially for transit use. It has 25 spaces, is
fenced and paved? It is threatened by an overpass planned for U.S. 97, and its future is
unknown.
Sunriver Marketplace Park and Ride (18160 Cottonwood Rd, Bend). There are 6
spaces dedicated to P&R in the Sunriver Marketplace. Use of and demand for P&R in
this location is unknown.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
Commercial Store (53750 Hwy 97, Paulina Lake Rd. and U.S. 97). This lot is currently
used informally by people who live north of La Pine and travel to Bend. It is easily
accessible for vehicles heading both north and south on U.S. 97. The store has existing
amenities (indoor shelter from weather, coffee, etc).
U.S. 97 and Vandevert Road. This intersection is located on the south end of Sunriver.
People are parking on unpaved right of way, on a gravel shoulder, or in an open area in
the woods. As many as 8 cars can be parked at this location. This area does not have
any amenities and is not recommended as a formal P&R Lot.
U.S. 97 and State Rec Road. This location is used in the same manner as the
97/Vandevert intersection. It is not recommended as a formal P&R Lot.
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations This location does not have recognized Park and Ride activity, but could be a viable option in the future.
La Pine City Hall (16345 Sixth St). The new building has ample parking (30-40 spaces)
and is available for people who live south of town to use as a P&R. The City is
responsible for maintenance, including snow removal in the winter.
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Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: designated parking spaces (6+), lighting, use existing amenities (ex. Store has inside area, coffee, etc), sheltered bike parking.
Potential Partnerships
City of La Pine
Deschutes County – striping/paving/maintenance of transportation assets
Local storeowners
Grant funding – STIP
ODOT or DLCD
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Interview Summary: Madras & Jefferson county
Stakeholders
Gus Burril – City Administrator, City of Madras
Patrick Hanenkrat – City of Metolius
Jeff Hurd – Public Works Director, City of Madras
Joe Krenowicz – Executive Director, Madras Chamber of Commerce
Mike McHaney – Public Works Director, Jefferson County
EV Smith – City of Culver
Nicholas Snead – Community Development Director, City of Madras
Park and Ride Lot Demand
The current demand for Park and Ride lots in Jefferson County is low-medium.
The Madras-RDM/Bend commutes have the greatest potential for P&R use.
The primary need for a P&R is in Redmond for employees who work in Madras.
Carpool would be the primary mode served by the P&R for persons commuting into
Madras. For those traveling from Madras to other communities, transit may better serve
a P&R.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
Jefferson County does not have any formal Park and Ride lots.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
Culver
City Hall (200 First Ave, Culver). Extra parking on the south end of City Hall has been
used informally (and inconsistently) as P&R for the CET shuttle to Madras. It is paved
and a streetlamp provides lighting.
Madras
Jefferson County Fairgrounds (430 SW Fairgrounds Rd). The fairgrounds has a large
capacity that is unused for most of the year. It could serve both carpool and transit.
Amenities are unknown.
Across from Madras Fire Department (4th and J). This location is used frequently, has
easy access to 97 and is located on the southern edge of town. The condition of the
property is unknown.
Safeway (80 NE Cedar St). Safeway has a large paved parking lot with lighting and
potential for a formal partnership with spaces dedicated to P&R. It is located at the north
end of Madras.
DMV/WorkSource (249 SW 3rd
St). DMV/WorkSource is the CET Community Connector
shuttle stop in Madras. Some riders are informally parking and riding in the building
parking lot and on surrounding streets. The location is paved, has a covered shelter and
its location in the center of town is very convenient for riders.
Metolius
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Metolius Market (3777 SW Culver Hwy). The market parking lot is used inconsistently
for P&R. It has lighting and potential for a P&R partnership with the storeowners.
Warm Springs
Warm Springs Tribal Administration/Warm Springs Wellness Center (Scout Dr./1270
Kot-Num Rd.). These locations were former CET Community Connector shuttle stops
and have reported informal P&R activity. With future reinstatement of transit service,
they may become active again. Conditions are unknown.
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations
These locations do not have recognized P&R activity, but could be viable options in the future. Madras
SW of Sonic at the North Y. A gravel lot on the north side of town provides easy access
for all modes. The lot should be paved, have 20-30 spaces for P&R, a sheltered bus stop
and lighting.
Jefferson County Senior Center (860 SW Madison). The senior center lot is frequently
vacant. It has lighting, ample parking and an indoor waiting area (that could be
supplemented with an outdoor shelter). It could be a stop for the Community Connector
shuttle.
Metolius
Metolius City Hall (636 Jefferson Ave). City Hall is the CET Community Connector
shuttle stop in Metolius. It has ample parking and has potential to be a formal P&R lot in
Metolius.
Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: paved, lighting, sheltered bus stop, signage.
Potential Partnerships
City of Madras
Jefferson County
Madras Chamber of Commerce
Madras Redevelopment Commission
Bright Wood
Keith Manufacturing
School district
Mountain View Hospital (now St. Charles)
Deer Ridge Correctional Facility
EARTH2O – Culver
Mid-Columbia Lumber – Culver
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Interview Summary: Klamath and Lake Counties
Stakeholders
Ernie Palmer- Basin Transit
Stan Strickland- Klamath County Public Works
Mike Stinson- ODOT Region 4 District 11
Susan Galloway - Collins Products
Jennifer Palmer - Jeld-Wen
Tom Hottman - Skylakes Medical
Darwin Johnson - Lake County
Sandra Fox - City of Klamath Falls
Beverly Leigh - Klamath County Health
Brent Frazier - Keno Community
Curtis Raines - Klamath Tribes
Jerry Bowers * - Bowers Fencing
Debra Caldwell * - Caldwell Catering
Amy Hathaway * - Business Efficiency Group
Larry Jones * - NEW Corp
Pamela Redding * - Southern Oregon Goodwill
Matt Balkwill * - Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Chris Stickles * - Klamath Community College
Jan Goodyear * - Oregon Institute of Technology
Cheryl Hukill * - Klamath County Commissioner
Dan Shoun * - Lake County Commissioner
*Respondents from October 11, 2012 Regional Workforce Investment Board (RWIB) meeting Interviews were conducted during the weeks of October 1-12, 2012 by telephone or in person. The Interviews were conducted by Bill Adams, Planning Director of Klamath County. The RWIB responses were facilitated by Beverly Leigh of Klamath County Public Health.
Park and Ride Lot Demand
The current demand for Park and Ride lots in Klamath and Lake Counties is low to
undefined.
The primary long term need for a Park and Ride lot is in Chiloquin for commutes to
Klamath Falls.
Carpools, vanpools, and transit would be the primary modes served by a future Park and
Ride lot.
As Klamath Falls continues to grow, more people will be commuting to Klamath Falls for
work, medical, shopping, and recreation.
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Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
Klamath and Lake Counties do not have any formal Park and Ride lots.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
It is not apparent that Klamath and Lake Counties have any informal Park and Ride lots. However, there may be some informal Park and Rides activity in the following places:
Adjacent to Klamath Community College and the OC&E Trail (7390 S 6th St. Klamath
Falls).
Sky Lakes Medical Center (2865 Daggett Ave. Klamath Falls).
One or more places in Chiloquin (e.g. casino, tribal headquarters etc.).
Crescent (for trips north and west).
Keno (for trips to Medford).
Chevron station (3730 U.S. 97). Located at the north end of Klamath Falls.
Larger retail stores in Klamath Falls.
It is not known what condition these lots are in, who maintains them, or whether they are maintained at all. Some of the paved private lots have excess capacity, and carpool parking is tolerated by the owners at this time.
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations
These are other locations that do not have recognized P&R activity, but could be viable options in the future, assuming demand increases:
Lakeview for trips to Klamath Falls.
At or near the Klamath Falls airport (6775 Arnold St.).
Bonanza, Bly, Malin, Merrill and other communities in east Klamath County.
ODOT stock site (North of Melita’s Restaurant in Chiloquin, 39500 U.S. 97).
Old shop site in Keno (Keno Worden Road).
Potential Partnerships
City of Klamath Falls
Klamath Falls Airport
Basin transit
Klamath and Lake Counties
KCC
OIT
Top ten employers
Fairgrounds
Hospitals
Klamath Tribes
Bicycle shops
Chambers or Economic Development Agencies
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Various community organizations
Vanpool, Shuttle, and parking lot owners
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Interview Summary: Gilliam County
Stakeholders
Delene Durfey – Gilliam County
Peter Mitchell – Port of Arlington
Demand for Park and Ride Lots
The highest demand for Park and Ride lots in Gilliam County is for travel to the Arlington
area by employees of Waste Management and those commuting to the Shepherds Flat
Wind Farm.
Commuters also travel from Hood River County, Klickitat County, and Lexington, OR to
work at Waste Management site south of Arlington.
Carpooling, maybe vanpooling, and transit could serve demand. Additional modes to
serve at P&R Lots include bike and pedestrians, especially to support bike tourism.
P&R for Arlington County is a medium priority at the county level and a low priority at the
local level in Arlington due to an abundance of available parking for the low population of
the area.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
The Lower John Day Area does not have any formal Park and Ride lots.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
While the respondents noted that most rideshare participants were likely to meet at each other’s houses, Gilliam County does have multiple informal Park and Ride lots:
Earl Snell Park, Arlington (along Beech Street). About 2/3 of the lot is paved. Located
next to public park with restrooms, drinking water and lighting. The lot gets some carpool
use for commuting and medical/shopping trips. Unused, unpaved space on the west side
of the park could be developed as a primary P&R Lot. Improvements needed include
signage to designate spaces and times (for new lot space), striping for 2-4 ‘carpooler’
spaces, and bike racks. Possible connection to transit.
Additional lots noted include the following:
Gravel pull-out (Clem-Mikkalo Road and Highway 19). – serves travel to The Dalles
and to Arlington from Condon and remote Gilliam County. Lot is a large gravel pull-
out without any amenities.
Bus Barn in Condon
St. Johns Catholic Church (412 W Walnut St, Condon). Large paved lot with street
lighting behind the church.
United Church of Christ (114 S East St, Condon). Paved lot with street lighting.
Bank of Eastern Oregon (325 on the Mall, Arlington). Paved and lit lot that could fit 10
vehicles for carpooling. Improvements needed include access to restrooms, although
Earl Snell Park is not far away.
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Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations The respondents indicated that new lots were unnecessary beyond improving the existing informal lots mentioned above. Interviewees emphasized the west side of Earl Snell Park in Arlington as having the strongest potential to become a formal P&R.
Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: designated area – signs, striping, access to restrooms, drinking water, and lighting. The lots would mostly serve carpooling/vanpooling, but could also serve transit, especially if lots are paved.
Potential Partnerships
Gilliam County: Potential partner, especially if considering lots on county property.
Port of Arlington could facilitate partnerships with the City of Arlington to develop the lot
at Earl Snell Park.
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Interview Summary: Sherman County
Stakeholders
Marnene Benson-Wood – Sherman County Community Transit
Paula King – Sherman County Community Transit
René Moore – City of Moro
Jaclyn McCurdy – City of Rufus
Park and Ride Lot Demand
Park and Ride in Sherman County is a medium priority, respondents recognized the
reluctance of local residents to change behavior but that increasing gas prices and the
need for travel options may increase demand.
Primary demand is for travel to The Dalles (commuters, appointments, services and
shopping)
Local transit serves Rufus-Dalles and Moro-Dalles travel
Carpool/vanpool has potential to serve commuters
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
The Lower John Day Area does not have any formal Park and Ride Lots.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
Sherman County has many informal Park and Ride Lots:
Fulton Canyon and Hwy 30 Junction. Gravel pull-out frequently used by trucks and
RVs, possibly some commuters, capacity for 20 vehicles, no lighting or other services
currently available. Improvements include formal designation, spaces, pavement,
possibly bike racks, lighting, drinking water, and restrooms – however there are several
of these amenities at nearby Deschutes State Park. It was also noted that cyclists use the
lot at Deschutes State Park as a meeting place to start long rides around the county.
(Noted as a priority lot).
Biggs Junction. There are private lots that may be used for carpooling currently. There
is an empty store lot at the busy intersection of Highway 97 and Highway 30 that is paved
and in close proximity to convenience stores with restrooms and water. There is also a
private lot used by trucks and RVs next to the church and across from the McDonald’s
that could be used in the event that there are no spaces available closer to the gas
stations or convenience stores. Capacity depends on lot owners’ willingness to dedicate
limited parking to Park and Ride use. Recommend keeping use of these lots informal,
especially at the Grand Central lot (next to Subway/Shell station). (Noted as a priority lot).
Wasco Triangle (across from Wasco City Hall, Junction Hwy 206 and old 97). Gravel lot
used for carpooling with capacity for 5 or 6 vehicles max. Improvements needed include
striping, signage for designated spaces, crosswalks to connect to city sidewalks, possibly
pavement, drinking water, and restrooms (if there are no public restrooms in the main
street area of Wasco). Grade School lot is a few blocks to the northeast of the Triangle,
but has additional capacity. (Noted as a priority lot).
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Sherman County Senior Center/lot across from Senior Center (300 Dewey St.).
Currently owned by Mid-Columbia Producers, gravel lot with capacity for about 40
spaces, plus paved lot used by Senior Center and City Park patrons which has 12-15
spaces, close to City Park which has public restrooms. Frequently used as a meeting
place for carpoolers and transit passengers. Improvements include signage designating
spaces for the Park and Ride Lot and signage letting travelers on Highway 97 know
where to turn to find the lot.
Moro City Hall/lot across 1st
Street from City Hall (500 Court Street). Public parking
lot, gravel, capacity for 8 to 10 vehicles, with one light, and good proximity to City Park
restrooms. Improvements needed include additional lighting, signage designating spaces,
and striping of spaces. (Noted as a priority lot).
Rufus Community Center (304 West 2nd
, Rufus). Gravel lot, has some lighting (could
use more or better lighting), capacity for 20 vehicles, benefits from periodic police patrol,
and currently used by carpoolers and cyclists. City of Rufus currently working on a
solar/electric vehicle charging station and canopy for 14 vehicles at the community
center. Improvements include better lighting, striping, signage, and bike parking to serve
recreation and windmill biking tours. Improve lot to serve RVs and a transit stop.
Additional lots mentioned:
REA lot in Grass Valley (Wasco Electricians): Currently not in use
Wasco Grade School: gravel lot with lighting
Sherman County Courthouse: paved, lit, and currently used as a meeting place for
transit pick-ups.
Grass Valley School: paved and lit lot with access to water if the school is open.
Grocery store lot in Grass Valley: gravel lot with lighting, and capacity for 10 vehicles.
Kent Post Office: gravel and lit lot with 12 spaces.
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations
The existing informal Park and Ride lots mentioned above are the priority new formal Park and Ride lots.
Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: shelters, designated area – signs, striping, restrooms, bike racks, drinking water, and lighting. The lots would mostly serve carpooling/vanpooling, but could also serve transit, especially if lots are paved.
Potential Partnerships
City of Rufus: Potential partner for use of land, especially at Community Center, and
some improvements and maintenance on such property. The city would need funding
assistance for paving or grading the lot.
City of Moro: Potential partner for use of land, if owned by the city, and some
improvements and maintenance on such property.
Sherman County
School district
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Sherman County Community Transit currently partners with Gilliam and Wheeler counties
for veterans transportation and could support P&R lot use by serving connections
between communities in each county.
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Interview Summary: Wasco County
Stakeholders
Glenn Miller – City of Dufur
Mike Miles – City of Maupin
Dan Schwanz – Mid-Columbia Council of Governments/The Link Transportation Network
Kathy Fitzpatrick – City of Mosier
Park and Ride Lot Demand
Park and Ride in Wasco County is a medium to high priority due to increasing gas prices
and the need for travel options.
Primary demand is for travel to The Dalles and to Hood River (both serve commuters,
appointments, services and shopping).
There is existing perceived demand for ridesharing for trips to The Dalles.
Carpooling, maybe vanpooling and transit (The Link) could serve demand. P&R could
serve bike and pedestrians too.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
The Lower John Day area does not have any formal Park and Ride Lots.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
Wasco County has multiple informal Park and Ride Lots:
Greenway Park, Maupin. Many carpoolers already use this lot, which is in the center of
Maupin’s main street district. The lot is privately owned, but could be owned by the city
soon. It is paved on one side and will be paved on a second side once the city finishes its
acquisition and improvements. It has lights, water, and restrooms. Capacity is currently
13 spaces in city-owned section and will have 19 spaces of angles parking once
improvements are complete. Security features, such as wiring for surveillance cameras,
are already in place. Improvements include signage, better drinking water fixture,
grading, paving, and striping the proposed acquisition on the 6th Street side of the park.
Dufur School (802 NE 5th St. Dufur). Some carpoolers already use this lot, which is lit,
paved, has access to water, and has space for 20 vehicles in addition to the 30 spaces
regularly used by the school. Improvements needed include signage to designate spaces
and times, restrooms, striping, and bike racks.
Keith Chamberlain Park, Mosier. ODOT right-of-way along Hwy 30, in between I-84
overpass and spur of Rock Creek Road. The lot is gravel, has limited lighting from
adjacent properties, and is currently used by carpoolers and by Columbia Area Transit
out of Hood River for a bus stop. Improvements would be to formally designate the lot
with signage, better lighting, and providing wayfinding for users to the main street of
Mosier and its amenities. There will be a new restroom facility at a bike hub located two
blocks away from the lot in the middle of downtown Mosier. Current capacity is 20
spaces. Recommendation to name the lot to make it known to residents and visitors.
Additional lots include the following:
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Center Street (next to 10 Speed Coffee, Mosier). Street parking also used for
carpooling hikers and recreation trips.
City Park lot across from restrooms, Maupin. Dirt/gravel lot on the south side of the
Deschutes River down a steep grade from main street area. Improvements needed
include signage and lighting.
Mountain Fir Park, Maupin. Located a bit north of the main street area, this space is
next to restrooms and a well developed sports complex for the Maupin area.
Improvements needed include grading, designation of spaces, lighting and signage.
The Park at Hogan’s Alley, Dufur. Has lighting, restrooms, pavement, a park
manager, and capacity for 20-30 vehicles although it is not right in town.
Kramer’s Market, Dufur. Gravel lot with lighting and room for 6 or 7 vehicles.
Improvements needed include grading, designation of spaces, lighting and signage.
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations
The existing informal Park and Ride lots mentioned above are the priority formal Park and Ride lots. Emphasis was placed on improving the existing lot at Keith Chamberlain Park in Mosier. Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: shelters, designated area – signs, striping, restrooms, bike racks, drinking water, and lighting. The lots would mostly serve carpooling/vanpooling, but could also serve transit, especially if lots are paved.
Potential Partnerships
City of Maupin: Potential partner for lot development, grading, striping, water features,
lighting, and maintenance for lots on city property.
City of Dufur: Potential partner for maintenance, striping, and facilitating partnerships.
Lion’s Club, Dufur
Dufur Chamber of Commerce
Wasco School District
City of Mosier
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Interview Summary: The Dalles - Wasco County
Stakeholders
Marty Matherly – Wasco County
Brad DeHart – ODOT
Dan Schwanz – Mid-Columbia Council of Governments/The Link Transportation Network
Dan Spatz – Columbia Gorge Community College
Marsha Davis – Mid-Columbia Medical Center
Dave Anderson – City of The Dalles
Demand for Park and Ride Lots
Park and Ride in The Dalles is a medium priority.
Primary demand is for commuters traveling from The Dalles to Hood River to the west
and Arlington/Roosevelt, and other wind farm locations to the east.
Respondents indicated that the priority location for P&R was a lot at both the west end
and the east end of The Dalles to serve commuters.
Carpooling, maybe vanpooling and transit could serve demand. P&R could serve bike
and pedestrians too.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
The Lower John Day area does not have any formal Park and Ride Lots.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
The Dalles has many informal Park and Ride lots:
Junction between Highway 30 and 197. ODOT right-of-way at the base of a steep
grade where Highway 197 meets Highway 30 at the east end of The Dalles. The lot is
gravel, lacks lighting, and was described as essentially a wide shoulder. Several
respondents noted that the current location of this lot is not the safest, especially in
inclement weather due to the steep grade and curve in the highway, a lack of
enforcement, and the potential for large trucks to lose control and damage vehicles
parked in the lot. There is perhaps capacity for 30 to 40 vehicles. Recommended
improvements include designation of the lot, signage, paving, lighting if possible, and
moving the lot to the north to alleviate some of the safety issues. This lot is currently used
by many carpoolers heading east for work and demand for ridesharing at this location is
expected to increase in the future.
Lot in front of Shilo Inn along Highway 197. This is a paved lot that is currently used
by carpoolers, trucks and RVs. It has capacity for 12-15 vehicles but may lose right-of-
way when a roundabout project goes in at this location or it may have an opportunity to
be incorporated into the roundabout and the Riverfront Trail projects that will provide
multi-modal connections to downtown The Dalles. This lot would serve travel going north,
east, and south from The Dalles. If formalized, this lot would need paving, striping,
lighting, signage and access to water and restrooms. Increasing capacity to 20 spaces
would be adequate for future demand.
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Downtown lot off of 1st
Street and Federal. This is a paved, striped, lit lot primarily
used for downtown patrons, but is also used by local and regional transit as a P&R lot for
riders of route between The Dalles and Hood River, and The Dalles to Portland. Signs
indicate parking is allowed for up to 48 hours. Potential improvements to consider include
signs designating the P&R Lot and/or specific spaces.
Roundabout lot at base of Brewery Grade in The Dalles. This is a relatively new lot at
the east end of downtown The Dalles with space for 12 vehicles and may currently serve
some carpoolers, but that is not confirmed by respondents.
Additional lots noted as accommodating carpoolers with potential for designation include
the following:
Private lots at big box stores in the west end of The Dalles along West 6th Street.
Businesses to approach to establish agreements for use of the lots include Home
Depot, Kmart, Coastal Farm and Ranch, and Cascade Square shopping center.
Another private lot being used for parking right now that is not directly affiliated with a
business is near the Water’s Edge at Lone Pine Village at the east end of The Dalles.
The lot has capacity for 15-20 vehicles and is close to gas station and I-84 on/off
ramps.
Discovery Center: this is a paved and lit lot just a couple miles west of The Dalles,
has capacity for carpoolers, depending on the Discovery Center’s schedule of events,
but it is likely that 8 – 10 spaces would be available at almost any given time.
Wahtonka High School: gravel lot at old high school not currently in use in west end
of The Dalles, Chenoweth neighborhood.
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations
The following lots do not currently have recognized P&R activity, but were discussed as good locations for future P&R activity.
The Dalles Transit Center. Mid-Columbia Council of Governments is gathering
resources to develop a new transit center behind the Home Depot at the west end of The
Dalles. This project will contain a Park and Ride Lot with 15 – 20 spaces, paved and
striped improvements, lighting and access to restrooms, water, and transit connections.
However, the site has access to utilities currently. The lot will serve commuters and
passengers traveling west to Hood River, White Salmon, and Portland. Pedestrians,
bicyclists, transit riders, carpoolers, and potentially vanpoolers would be served by this
project.
Granada Theater Redevelopment (E 1st and Washington). A new project is in the
works for a parking garage in downtown The Dalles as part of a Granada Theater
redevelopment project. Part of this lot could be designated for Park and Ride use.
Improvements to include would be standard P&R Lot design and signage.
E 10th
Street and Thompson. Additional site owned by District 21 School District for
North Wasco County at E 10 Street and Thompson (2 blocks east of site). Currently
unused location that would need grading, paving, lighting, striping and signage. Unclear
how many spaces could be developed, but the lot could serve travel heading east or
south of The Dalles.
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Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: designated area – signs, paved
surface, and striping, access to restrooms, drinking water, and lighting. The lots would mostly
serve carpooling/vanpooling, but could also serve transit, especially if lots are paved, biking and
pedestrians.
Potential Partnerships
City of The Dalles Public Works could provide maintenance for locations adjacent to an
accepted city street, but not landscape maintenance.
Chenoweth Water Service District – partner for Transit Center project.
City of The Dalles General Fund could potentially provide for maintenance of restrooms.
Private owners of lots adjacent to big box stores.
Wasco County Public Works director can offer his time but not full department
partnerships for maintenance.
The Dalles Urban Renewal Program
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Interview Summary: Wheeler County
Stakeholders
Candy Humphreys – Wheeler County Community Transportation
Park and Ride Lot Demand
The highest demand for Park and Ride lots in Wheeler County is for travel beyond the
county for medical appointments and grocery and other shopping by seniors, individuals
with disabilities, and low-income residents.
Residents of Wheeler County regularly travel to Bend, The Dalles, Madras, and
Redmond. It was estimated that 95% of trips starting within the county head to
destinations outside the county.
Transit was noted as the primary option to serve demand, although commuters heading
to Arlington may benefit from carpooling.
P&R is a high priority for Wheeler County Community Transportation to serve the need,
especially for travel to medical appointments and grocery shopping for vulnerable
populations.
Existing Formal Park and Ride Lots
The Lower John Day area does not have any formal Park and Ride lots.
Existing Informal Park and Ride Lots
Wheeler County has multiple informal Park and Ride lots currently being used for carpooling and as transit stops in some cases:
Canon Tires Pull-Out (west of Mitchell). At the junction of Highways 26 and 207, across
from Lower Mitchell Cemetery, there is a dirt lot with no direct lighting that has space for
8-10 vehicles. There are restrooms at the privately owned tire company next to the lot.
Improvements needed include formally designating the lot with signage, better lighting,
and possibly paving. There is a public restroom at the public park in Mitchell not far away.
Spray City Park (502 Willow Street, Spray). Paved lot with street lighting, no restrooms,
and space for 20-30 vehicles. Improvements needed include signs, lighting where
needed, restrooms, access to drinking water, and perhaps a spigot at Spray Park.
Fossil Courthouse Lot (4th and Jefferson, Fossil). The lot at the courthouse (to the west
of Jefferson Street) is gravel and has capacity for 12 vehicles. The courthouse has some
lighting, but lot would likely need increased street lighting.
Paleo Lands Institute (4th and Adams, Fossil). The lot at the Paleo Lands Institute is
currently used by transit as a stop or meeting place for events, but does not have much
capacity (2 or 3 spaces).
Potential Park and Ride Lot Locations
The following locations are not recognized P&R lots, but could be viable options in the future.
Wheeler County Fairgrounds (702 3rd
St, Fossil). The space to the north of the
grandstands is not paved, has some lighting, but would need some grading and signage
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to improve the space for use by up to 20 vehicles. This lot would serve transit trips for
shopping and medical and possibly carpoolers heading to Arlington.
Park and Ride lots should include the following amenities: designated area – signs, designate spaces, access to restrooms, drinking water, and lighting.
Potential Partnerships
Wheeler County might be interested.
Cities of Fossil, Spray, and Mitchell may also partner to develop lots.
The Fossil Heritage Trail group, consisting of the school district, City of Fossil, and
Wheeler County, may provide a good option for partnerships.
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APPENDIX B: REGION 4 FORMAL, EXISTING
INFORMAL AND POTENTIAL PARK AND
RIDE LOTS
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Appendix B ODOT Region 4 Formal, Existing Informal, and Potential Park and Ride Lots
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Figure 8 Park and Ride Lot Inventory
Name Address City Group Notes
LOWER JOHN DAY AREA
Earl Snell Park Earl Snell Memorial Park Arlington Existing Informal Located next to a public park, this lot has access to a restroom, drinking water and lighting. Currently used for informal carpools. Unused, unpaved space on the west side of the park could be developed as a formal P&R lot.
Bank of Eastern Oregon 325 on the Mall Arlington Existing Informal Paved and lit lot could accommodate 10 vehicles for carpooling. Improvements needed include access to restrooms (although Earl Snell Park is not far away).
Wahtonka High School W 10th St and Chenoweth Loop W The Dalles/ Chenoweth Potential Gravel lot at old high school (not currently in use) on west end of The Dalles, Chenoweth neighborhood.
Gravel Pull-Out Clem-Mikkalo Rd and Hwy 19 Condon Existing Informal Serves travel to The Dalles and Arlington from Condon and remote Gilliam County. Large gravel pull-out without amenities.
St. Johns Catholic Church 412 W Walnut St Condon Existing Informal Large paved lot with street lighting behind church.
United Church of Christ 114 S East St Condon Existing Informal Paved lot with street lighting.
Dufur School 802 NE 5th St Dufur Existing Informal Lit, paved, has access to water and 20 spaces for P&R.
The Park at Hogan's Alley 224 Hogans Alley Dufur Existing Informal Has lighting, restrooms, pavement, a park manager and capacity for 20-30 vehicles. Not located right in town.
Kramer's Market 121 Main St Dufur Existing Informal Gravel lot with lighting and room for 6-7 vehicles. Needs grading designation of spaces, lighting and signage.
Fossil Courthouse Lot 4th and Jefferson Fossil Existing Informal Gravel and has capacity for 12 vehicles. Courthouse has some lighting but would likely need more.
Paleo Building Lot 4th and Adams Fossil Existing Informal Lot at the Paleo Lands Institute is currently used by transit as a stop or meeting place for events. Does not have much capacity, 2-3 spaces.
Wheeler County Fairgrounds 702 3rd St Fossil Potential Space to the north of the grandstands is not paved, has some lighting, and would need grading. Capacity of up to 20 vehicles.
Grocery Store Grass Valley Existing Informal Gravel lot with lighting and capacity for 10 vehicles
Kent Post Office 95097 Dobie Point Rd Kent Existing Informal Gravel lot with lighting and 12 spaces.
Greenway Park 6th St and Hwy 197 Maupin Existing Informal Many carpoolers already use this lot located in Maupin's main street district. Lot is privately owned, but could be owned by the city soon. City would improve paving, install security cameras, and add more parking spaces.
City Park lot across from Restrooms
200 Bakeoven Road Maupin Existing Informal Dirt/gravel lot on south side of Deschutes River down a steep grade from main street area.
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Name Address City Group Notes
Mountain Fir Park Mill St and Water Ave Maupin Existing Informal Next to restrooms and a well developed sports complex for the Maupin area. Needs grading.
Canon Tires Pull-Out Hwy 26 and Hwy 207 Mitchell Existing Informal Dirt lot with no direct lighting, space for 8-10 vehicles. There are restrooms at the privately owned tire company next to the lot. There is a public restroom at the public park in Mitchell not far away.
Gravel Pull-Out Fulton Canyon and Hwy 30 Moro Existing Informal Gravel pull-out frequently used by trucks and RVs (possibly commuters), capacity for 20 vehicles, and no amenities. Some amenities are available at nearby Deschutes State Park.
Biggs Junction Biggs Junction Biggs Junction Existing Informal Private lots may be used for carpooling. An empty store lot at Hwy 97/Hwy 30 is paved and in close proximity to restroom and water access. Capacity depends on owners' willingness to dedicate limited Park and Ride use. Recommend keeping use of these lots informal.
Wasco Triangle Hwy 206 and Old Hwy 97 Wasco Existing Informal Gravel lot used for carpooling with 5-6 vehicle capacity. Grade School (a few blocks NE has additional capacity)
Lot across from Sherman County Senior Center
300 Dewey St Moro Existing Informal Gravel lot with capacity for about 40 spaces is currently owned by Mid-Columbia producers. Senior Center lot is also used by City Park patrons and is frequently used as a meeting place for carpoolers and transit passengers.
Across from Moro City Hall 101 Dewey St Moro Existing Informal Public parking lot across from City Hall. Capacity for 8-10 vehicles, one light and good proximity to City Hall restrooms.
Sherman County Courthouse
500 Court St Moro Existing Informal Paved, lit and currently used as a meeting place for transit pick-ups.
Keith Chamberlain Park Hwy 30 between Overpass and Rock Creek Rd
Mosier Existing Informal ODOT right-of-way along Hwy 30. Lot is gravel, limited lighting from adjacent properties, used by carpoolers and by Columbia Area Transit out of Hood River for a bus stop. Recommend better signage and naming the lot to make it known to residents and visitors.
Center Street 1104 1st Ave Mosier Existing Informal Street parking also used for carpooling hikers and recreation trips.
Rufus Community Center 304 W 2nd St Rufus Existing Informal Gravel lot has some lighting, capacity for 20 vehicles, periodic police patrol and is currently used by carpoolers and cyclists. City of Rufus is working on a solar/electric vehicle charging station and canopy for 14 vehicles.
Spray City Park 502 Willow St Spray Existing Informal Paved lot with street lighting, no restrooms, and space for 20-30 vehicles.
Junction of Hwy 30 and Hwy 197
Hwy 30 and Hwy 197 The Dalles Existing Informal ODOT right-of-way at the base of a steep grade on the east end of The Dalles. Described as essentially a wide shoulder, gravel, no lighting. Current location is not safest - steep grade, curve in highway, and lack of enforcement). Capacity for 30-40 vehicles.
Front of Shilo Inn 3223 Bret Clodfelter Way The Dalles Existing Informal Paved lot is currently used by carpoolers, trucks and RVs. Has capacity for 12-15 vehicles. May lose right-of-way or have the opportunity to be incorporated into a new roundabout and Riverfront Trail project that will provide multi-modal connections to downtown The Dalles. Serves travel going north, east and south from The Dalles.
1st St and Federal 1st St and Federal The Dalles Existing Informal Paved, striped, lit lot primarily used for downtown patrons, but also used by local and
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Name Address City Group Notes
regional transit as a P&R for The Dalles-Hood River and The Dalles-Portland routes. Parking is allowed for up to 48 hrs.
Roundabout Lot Base of Brewery Grade The Dalles Existing Informal Relatively new lot at the east end of downtown The Dalles with space for 12 vehicles - may currently service some carpoolers but not verified.
Big Box Stores 3600 W 6th St The Dalles Existing Informal Unspecified location. Large businesses on this corridor could partner for partial usage of their lots. Suggested stores include: The Home Depot, Kmart, Coastal Farm and Ranch, and Cascade Square shopping center.
Discovery Center 5000 Discovery Dr. The Dalles Existing Informal Paved and lit lot a couple miles west of The Dalles has capacity for carpoolers, depending on the Center's schedule of events. Like that 8-10 spaces would be available at any given time.
The Dalles Transit Center 3600 W 6th St The Dalles Potential Mid-Columbia Council of Governments is working to develop a new transit center behind the Home Depot on the west end of The Dalles. Project would have P&R Lot with 15-20 spaces, lighting, access to restrooms, water and transit connections. All modes will be served by the project.
Granada Theater Parking Garage
E 1st and Washington Streets The Dalles Potential Potential parking garage in downtown The Dalles as a part of a Granada Theater redevelopment project. Part of this lot could be designated for P&R use.
School District Site E 10th St and Thompson The Dalles Potential Site owned by District 21 School District for North Wasco County. Currently unused. Would need grading, paving, lighting, striping and signage. Unclear how many spaces would support, but lot could serve travel heading east or south of The Dalles.
Lone Pine Village 551 Lone Pine Blvd. The Dalles Existing Informal Not directly affiliated with the business but near the Water’s Edge. Located at the east end of The Dalles, capacity for 15-20 vehicles, close to a gas station and I-84 on/off ramps.
Wasco Grade School Wasco Existing Informal Gravel lot with lighting.
REA lot in Grass Valley (Wasco Electricians)
Wasco Existing Informal Currently not in use.
CENTRAL OREGON
Sunriver Marketplace Park and Ride
18160 Cottonwood Rd. Sunriver Formal Lot 6 spaces dedicated to P&R. Little demonstrated use.
Gravel shoulder U.S. 97 and Vandevert Rd. South Deschutes County
Existing Informal Parking on unpaved right of way, on gravel shoulder, or in an open area in the woods. Up to 8 cars parked at one time. Area does not have any amenities and is not recommended as a formal P&R Lot.
Gravel shoulder 2 U.S. 97 and State Rec Rd. South Deschutes County
Existing Informal Parking on unpaved right of way, on gravel shoulder, or in an open area in the woods. Up to 8 cars parked at one time. Area does not have any amenities and is not recommended as a formal P&R Lot.
Mount Bachelor Park and Ride
SW Simpson and Columbia Bend Formal Lot Large capacity, used primarily for P&R shuttle to Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort.
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Name Address City Group Notes
ODOT Park and Ride 20340 Empire Blvd. Bend Formal Lot New building includes 8 spaces for P&R, lighting, and bike racks designated for P&R users. Low use, limited visibility and access issues.
Bend Park and Ride: Powell Butte Hwy
Powell Butte Hwy and E Hwy 20 Bend Formal Lot 10 spaces but does not have lighting and is unpaved. Generally believed to have low demand and minimal use.
Wal-Mart 20120 Pinebrook Blvd. Bend Existing Informal Large lot is paved, has lighting, and passive security. If designated as 'formal' should have 10 spaces and a Bend-La Pine shuttle stop.
Cascade Village Shopping Center
63455 N Hwy 97 Bend Potential Large shopping center has ample paved parking, lighting and passive security. Stop on Bend fixed-route CET service. Shopping center services could provide incentive and convenience for P&R users.
Westside Stores/Church Near COCC Bend Potential Unspecified location. Idea is to alleviate student traffic and parking issues at COCC campus (rim lot).
ODOT property adjacent to Les Schwab
61085 S Hwy 97 Bend Potential ODOT-owned property adjacent to Les Schwab on S Hwy 97 could serve commutes to South County. Inconvenient access.
Colorado and U.S. 97 Colorado and U.S. 97 Bend Potential
Regal Cinemas 2717 U.S. 20 Bend Potential Proposed relocation of the formal P&R Lot on Powell Butte Hwy to the Regal Cinemas parking lot near the busy U.S. 20 and 27th St. intersection.
Culver City Hall 200 First Ave Culver Existing Informal Extra parking on the south end of City Hall has been used informally and inconsistently as P&R for the CET shuttle to Madras. Paved and streetlamp provides lighting.
Riverwoods Country Store 19745 Galen Baker Rd Deschutes River Woods
Existing Informal Location could serve Bend-La Pine and South Bend-Bend commuters. An agreement with the Country Store could be mutually beneficial. Should have 10 spots for P&R, lighting, and at least partial paving for ADA. Owner may be interested if offered parking lot improvements.
La Pine Park and Ride 17000 Burgess Rd La Pine Formal Lot Most popular P&R in the tri-counties, especially for transit use. 25 spaces. May be threatened by a planned U.S. 97 overpass.
Commercial Store 53750 Hwy 97 La Pine Existing Informal Lot is currently used informally by people who live north of La Pine and travel to Bend. Easy access for vehicles heading both north and south on U.S. 97.
La Pine City Hall 16345 Sixth St. La Pine Potential New City Hall has ample parking and is available for people who live south of town to use as a P&R. City is responsible for maintenance, including snow removal in the winter.
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
430 SW Fairgrounds Rd. Madras Existing Informal Fairgrounds has a large capacity that is unused for most of the year. Amenities are unknown.
Across from Madras Fire Department
4th and J St. Madras Existing Informal Location is used frequently, has easy access to 97 and is located on the southern edge of town. Condition is unknown.
Safeway 80 NE Cedar St. Madras Existing Informal Large paved parking lot with lighting and potential for a formal partnership with spaces dedicated to P&R.
DMV/WorkSource 249 SW 3rd St. Madras Existing Informal Location is the CET Community Connector shuttle stop in Madras. P&R activity for some transit riders in the parking lot and on surrounding streets. Location is very convenient.
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Name Address City Group Notes
SW of Sonic SW of Sonic @ the North Y Madras Potential Gravel lot on the north side of town provides easy access for all modes.
Jefferson County Senior Center
860 SW Madison Madras Potential Lot is frequently vacant. Has lighting, ample parking and an indoor waiting area. Could be a stop for the Community Connector shuttle.
Metolius Market 3777 SW Culver Hwy Metolius Existing Informal The market parking lot is used inconsistently for P&R. Has lighting and potential for a P&R partnership with the storeowners.
Metolius City Hall 636 Jefferson Ave. Metolius Potential City Hall is the CET Community Connector shuttle stop in Metolius. Has ample parking and potential to be a formal P&R in Metolius.
Powell Butte Post Office 16052 Oregon 126 Powell Butte Existing Informal Space for 5-6 vehicles. County would like to purchase land but needs intersection improvements/safety upgrades from ODOT. Opportunity to be a formal P&R.
Powell Butte Church 13720 Oregon 126 Powell Butte Existing Informal CET transit stop and activity center for the area. Since it is already very busy and privately owned, P.O. is better location.
Prineville Park and Ride 305 NW Madras Hwy Prineville Formal Lot Shared lot with Les Schwab, 12 space capacity. Not ADA accessible. Dangerous access, currently a Community Connector shuttle stop but proposed to be moved to a safer location.
Crook County Fairgrounds 1280 S. Main Street Prineville Potential Large capacity and convenient to COCC. South end of town - not central.
Davidson Field 251 SE Court Street Prineville Potential May be redeveloped into a recreation center with ample parking. Central location ideal for all transportation modes.
City Hall 387 Northeast 3rd Street Prineville Existing Informal Used as P&R due to CET shuttle stop and shelter on property, does not have dedicated P&R slots or have sufficient capacity to become a formal P&R lot.
Top of the Grade Hwy 126 Prineville Potential Large, ODOT owned gravel area could accommodate 50+ spaces. Currently used by truckers as a rest area, maybe carpoolers too. Needs lighting and more gravel base. Park Reserve.
Ochoco Lumber Co 200 SE Combs Rd Prineville Potential Future site of St. Charles in Prineville. Well positioned to serve residents of Juniper Canyon but not the majority of Prineville residents. Opportunity for joint use with the hospital in the future.
30-40 Acre Commercial Site N Main and Peters Rd Prineville Potential Partnership possibility with development.
Downtown Redmond Transit Center
827 SW Deschutes Ave Redmond Existing Informal The CET transit hub in Redmond does not have any designated spaces for P&R activity. Currently, there is informal P&R in the library parking lot and surrounding streets.
COCC/WorkSource Redmond
2158 SE College Loop Redmond Existing Informal WorkSource office is in a high activity area next to the COCC campus and across from the RDM municipal airport. The area could have P&R and a Community Connector shuttle stop for travel to Bend.
Safeway 1705 US 97 Redmond Existing Informal Convenient location directly off of US 97, Safeway presents an opportunity for formal P&R. Large parking lot has ample space at the periphery, and a partnership with the store can provide a mutually beneficial relationship.
Wal-Mart 300 NW Oak Tree Ln Redmond Existing Informal Has a large parking lot that could have spaces dedicated to P&R. This location could serve carpool travel for employees of the Madras industrial park.
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Name Address City Group Notes
ODOT Right-Of-Way SW 25th and SW Yew Redmond Potential Opportunity to collect people who live in the area and is a convenient location for RDM-Bend commuters. Interchange is compromised and ODOT will not designate as a Park and Ride.
Fred Meyer 944 SE Veterans Way Redmond Potential Difficult access off and on to U.S. 97, but has an adjacent vacant dirt lot.
Sisters Pumphouse Park and Ride
591 E Hwy 20 Sisters Formal Lot 6 space P&R is located behind a gas station. The location facilitates commutes to Bend and Redmond, but lacks signage and/or promotion.
Rays Food Place 635 N Arrowleaf Trail Sisters Informal Lot Rays has a large parking lot and is located on the west side of town. Rays is known for community involvement and so may be willing to enter into a formal P&R partnership to serve those living west of town.
McKenzie Meadow Village 1700 McKinney Butte Rd Sisters Potential Thirty-acre parcel on the west end of town will be home to an assisted living facility and clinic. The volume of activity could support a viable transit stop and P&R location.
Terrebonne Mini Market Park and Ride
8150 N Hwy 97 Terrebonne Formal Lot 5 spaces (plus overflow of about 10 more). Market is a stop on the CET Madras-Redmond Community Connector shuttle. Difficult left turn onto 97 south.
Warm Springs Tribal Administration/
Wellness Center
1270 Kot-Num Rd. Warm Springs Existing Informal Locations are CET Community Connector shuttle stops and have reported informal P&R activity. Conditions are unknown.
KLAMATH AND LAKE COUNTIES
Bly Axel St. and Klamath Falls-Lakeview Hwy
Bly Potential Unspecified location. Potential for some P&R activity here, heading west to Klamath Falls.
Bonanza Casebeer Rd and Dairy-Bonanza Hwy Bonanza Potential Unspecified location. Potential for some P&R activity here, heading west to Klamath Falls.
Klamoya Casino 34333 U.S. 97 Chiloquin Existing Informal Unspecified location. May be some P&R informal activity here or at tribal headquarters.
ODOT Stock site 39500 U.S. 97 Chiloquin Potential Address is for Melita's Restaurant, site is north of this location.
Crescent Co Route 61 and Riverview St Crescent Existing Informal Unspecified location. May be some informal P&R activity here for trips north and west.
Keno OR 66 W and Keno Worden Rd Keno Existing Informal Unspecified location. May be some informal P&R activity here for trips to Medford.
Old Shop Site Keno Worden Rd Keno Potential
Klamath Community College 7390 S 6th St. Klamath Falls Existing Informal May be some informal P&R activity here, opportunity to serve as a rim lot.
Sky Lakes Medical Center 2865 Daggett Ave. Klamath Falls Existing Informal May be some informal P&R activity here, opportunity to serve as a rim lot.
North Chevron 3730 U.S. 97 Klamath Falls Existing Informal May be some informal P&R activity here for trips traveling north from Klamath Falls.
Large Retail Stores 3600 Washburn Way Klamath Falls Existing Informal May be some informal P&R activity at larger retail stores in Klamath Falls. This location is the Wal-Mart Supercenter.
Klamath Falls Airport 6775 Arnold St. Klamath Falls Potential Unspecified location. Potential for some P&R activity here.
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Westside of Lakeview Roberta Ave and Klamath Falls-Lakeview Hwy
Lakeview Potential Unspecified location. Potential for some P&R activity here for trips to Klamath Falls.
Malin Hwy 50 and Drazil Rd Malin Potential Unspecified location. Potential for some P&R activity here, heading northwest to Klamath Falls
Merrill Klamath Falls-Malin Hwy and Falvey Rd Merrill Potential Unspecified location. Potential for some P&R activity here, heading northwest to Klamath Falls.
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Appendix C Current and Future Demand Estimate Criteria and Scoring
Current Demand Estimates
Trip Pair Selection
Trip pairs were chosen based on the following criteria:
Minimum distance separating communities: 10 miles.
Maximum distance separating communities: 100 miles (The Dalles-Hermiston and The
Dalles-Yakima are just over 100 miles but were included).
Minimum number of commuters: 30 (based on U.S. Census Bureau, LEHD, OnTheMap
2010 data). Some additional trip pairs with under 30 commutes were included as
requested by the Project Management Team.
Additional Factors
The Demand Estimates also include additional factors:
Alternative Commutes: Includes Public Transportation and Carpooling (U.S. Census,
American Community Survey 5 Year Estimates, 2007-2011).
Population (U.S. Census 2010), Poverty rate (U.S. Census 2010) and destination
Employment (LEHD, OnTheMap 2010) were also included.
Relative Rankings
Rankings were based on accumulated directional trip pairs (U.S. Census Bureau, LEHD,
OnTheMap 2010 data).
High: 450 or more directional commutes.
Medium: 100-449 directional commutes.
Low: 0-100 directional commutes.
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Figure 9 Current Potential Demand for Park and Ride Lots by Directional Commute
CURRENT POTENTIAL DEMAND FOR PARK AND RIDE LOTS IN REGION 4
City of Origin Population Poverty Rate Direction Destination
Directional Work
Demand Destination
Employment
Alternative Commuting
(Carpool/Transit) - Origin
Qualitative Rating
Redmond 26,215 14.0% 1,646 (15.9%)
Northbound Madras: 168 168 Madras: 2,921 MEDIUM
Southbound Bend: 2,178 Tumalo: 48 2,226
Bend: 35,976 Tumalo: 364 HIGH
Eastbound Prineville: 199 199 Prineville: 4,425 MEDIUM
Westbound Sisters: 78 78 Sisters: 1,379 LOW
Bend 76,639 10.4% 2,957 (8.1%)
Northbound
Eagle Crest: 38 RDM: 1,636 Madras: 113 1,787
Eagle Crest: 179 RDM: 9,162 Madras: 2,921 HIGH
Eastbound Prineville: 325 325 Prineville: 4,134 MEDIUM
Southbound
La Pine: 256 Three Rivers: 243 Sunriver: 179 678
La Pine: 1,186 Three Rivers: 731 Sunriver: 511 HIGH
Westbound Sisters: 201 201 Sisters: 1,790 MEDIUM
Prineville 9,253 17.4% 487 (12.4%)
Westbound Bend: 430 Redmond: 291 721
Bend: 35,976 Tumalo: 364 HIGH
North-West Madras: 62 62 Redmond: 9,162 LOW
Madras 6,046 16.7% 481 (18%)
Northbound Warm Springs: 351 351 Warm Springs: 791 MEDIUM
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CURRENT POTENTIAL DEMAND FOR PARK AND RIDE LOTS IN REGION 4
City of Origin Population Poverty Rate Direction Destination
Directional Work
Demand Destination
Employment
Alternative Commuting
(Carpool/Transit) - Origin
Qualitative Rating
Southbound Bend: 104 Redmond: 115 219
Bend: 35,976 Redmond: 9,162 LOW
South East Prineville: 41 41 Prineville: 4,134 LOW
La Pine 1,653 28.7% Northbound Bend: 70 70 Bend: 35,976 60 (12.4%)
Sisters 2,038 6.9% Eastbound Bend: 80 80 Bend: 35,976 63 (7.1%) LOW
Sunriver 1,393 11.8% Northbound Bend: 265 265 Bend:35,976 0 (0%) MEDIUM
Terrebonne 1,257 6.7% Southbound Bend: 93 93 Bend: 35,976 27 (4.9%) LOW
The Dalles 13,620 12.0% 654 (11.5%)
Westbound
Hood River: 354 Portland: 315 Gresham: 56 Tigard: 32 Odell: 32 Milwaukie: 30 819
Hood River: 4,806 Portland: 360,161 Gresham: 30,860 Tigard: 36,890 Odell: 595 Milwaukie: 12,869 HIGH
Eastbound Hermiston: 54 54 Hermiston: 6,953 LOW
Northbound
Yakima (WA): 35 Goldendale (WA): 24 59
Yakima (WA): 37,692 Goldendale (WA): 1,538 LOW
Mosier 433 7.4% Eastbound The Dalles: 39 39 The Dalles: 6,720 5 (2.3%) LOW
Dufur 604 10.5% Northbound The Dalles: 36 36 The Dalles: 6,720 46 (19.6%) LOW
Pine Hollow 494 20.7% Northbound The Dalles: 24 24 The Dalles: 6,720 19 (12.5%) LOW
Wasco 410 16.3% Westbound The Dalles: 24 24 The Dalles: 6,720 13 (6.2%) LOW
Maupin 418 15.2% Northbound The Dalles: 20 20 The Dalles: 6,720 9 (6.9%) LOW
Condon 682 8.8% Southeast Lonerock: 19 19 Lonerock: 78 36 (12.7%) LOW
Moro 324 35.4% Northwest The Dalles: 18 18 The Dalles: 6,720 13 (11.2%) LOW
Arlington 586 14.7% Southbound Condon: 18 18 Condon: 99 27 (10.2%) LOW
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CURRENT POTENTIAL DEMAND FOR PARK AND RIDE LOTS IN REGION 4
City of Origin Population Poverty Rate Direction Destination
Directional Work
Demand Destination
Employment
Alternative Commuting
(Carpool/Transit) - Origin
Qualitative Rating
Mitchell 130 2.5% Northbound Fossil: 17 17 Fossil: 103 9 (15.8%) LOW
Rufus 249 58.4% Westbound The Dalles: 11 11 The Dalles: 6,720 1 (1.5%) LOW
Fossil 473 18.2% Southbound Mitchell: 10 10 Mitchell: 29 20 (14.3%) LOW
Klamath Falls/Altamont 40,097
20.6% (K. Falls) 16.7% (Altamont) 2487 (13.8%)
Westbound Medford: 414 Ashland: 74 488
Medford: 44,759 Ashland: 8,094 HIGH
Southbound Merril: 108 108 Merril: 326 MEDIUM
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Future Demand Estimate
It is assumed that the relative demand between the directional trips will remain relatively constant
into the future. The Project Management Team attempted a forecast demand estimate model for
each directional commute but consistent forecasts for employment and population for all of
Region 4 (especially the smaller communities) were not available. The Project Management
Team concluded that relative demand would most likely remain constant into the future as the
region slowly recovers from the recession.
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Appendix D Outreach, Engagement, and Adoption
This plan was developed with the assistance of a technical committee and a stakeholder
committee, and plan progress was also reviewed in a variety of public settings.
Stakeholder Committee
As noted in Section 1 and detailed in Section 3, the first step in the plan methodology was to
interview stakeholders from each Area within ODOT Region 4. Stakeholders were asked about
existing and proposed Park & Ride lots, the demand for lots, and other factors. The Stakeholder
Committee then convened on May 29, 2013 to review the identified priority Park & Ride lot
locations. The full membership of the stakeholder committee is provided in Appendix A.
Technical Committee
The Technical Committee was formed to ensure the validity of the methodology and assumptions,
to provide data and insight into findings, and to look out for implementation issues. The project
Technical Committee met three times during the plan process:
November 13, 2012
Reviewed and provided feedback on:
ODOT multi-modal funding opportunities and priorities
Preliminary identification of specific lot locations and areas
February 27, 2013
Reviewed and provided feedback on:
Comprehensive list of formal, informal, and potential lots
Criteria for current commute demand estimates
Current and future demand estimates
Final Plan outline
May 13, 2013
Reviewed and provided feedback on:
Plan assumptions and limitations
Park and Ride priorities (made revisions)
Presentations and Public Outreach
Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation (COACT) Presentations
July 12, 2012
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Briefly discussed the purpose of the Plan.
September 13, 2012
Reviewed the scope of work
Informed COACT that they will be asked to accept the Plan.
July 11, 2013
Presented Plan findings and answered questions.
September 12, 2013
Plan Accepted by COACT
Lower John Day Area Commission on Transportation (LJDACT) Presentations
South Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation (SCOACT) Presentations
Other Presentations
Transportation Options Group of Oregon (ToGo) November 12, 2013
Reviewed the scope of work
Answered questions on the analysis methodology and demand for park and ride lots.
Bend Metropolitan Planning Organization (BMPO) September 20, 2012
Summarized the purpose and scope of work and answered questions.
Les Schwab Amphitheater Free Summer Sunday Concert Series: Commute Options Little Commuters Parade and Z21 TXT L8R Safety Campaign June 9, 2012
COIC presented the Park and Ride lot plan findings and priority lots to the public. The all-day
event was well attended by the public who were generally interested in the potential future for
Park and Ride lots in the region. Eight attendees agreed to complete a short survey.
Respondents were generally familiar with Park and Ride lots but had never used one in Oregon.
The majority of respondents did not commute to another city for work and so would not use any of
the proposed Park and Ride lots; however, they agreed that if it was more convenient they would
consider transit, vanpool, and carpool.
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Adoption/Acceptance
Central Oregon
The Park and Ride lot plan will be presented for approval by the Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation on July 11, 2013. Lower John Day Area
The Lower John Day Area Commission on Transportation will accept the Park and Ride Lot Plan
at their XX meeting.
Klamath and Lake Counties
The Park and Ride lot plan will be presented for acceptance by the South Central Oregon Area
Commission on Transportation on XX