Heritage Neighborhood Association

2005-June Meeting Minutes

Heritage Neighborhood Association 6-16-05

JIM QUINTANA
C-Tran
Public Affairs Manager

Jim shared some background about his 17-years with C-Tran.

Handout: “publiC-TRANsit” Spring 2005

This annual report was mailed to all C-Tran served areas in Clark County as part of The Columbian’s Food Day. Jim reviewed entire publication with us; it is a snap-shot of how C-Tran is doing after the budget defeat last fall.

In-depth discussion followed regarding resulting changes to the system, and fare structure.

Handout: Jim shared detail about the “Preservation Plan” which will allow C-Tran to restore many services back to year 2000 levels by:
*Improving Local Urban Service routes.
*Creating “feeder routes” with no stops between population centers (Ridgefield, La Center, Battleground, Yacolt, Camas/Washougal) and Vancouver.
*Making C-Van Paratransit available to the disabled as a call service.
*Maintaining special event services (i.e. fireworks).
*Maintaining premium commuter routes (but at higher rates).

C-Trans’ Board had just approved an all mail Ballot Measure for 9/20/05 increasing the county sales tax .02/$10.00 (2 cents for every 10 dollars spent) in order to fund the Preservation Plan.

There was a lot of discussion generally about the politics of public transportation systems, the funding of these systems and the ballot measure process.

Jim shared his plans for strengthening C-Tran’s Citizen’s Advisory Board.

AREA DEVELOPMENT
Kathy Murphy, HNA President

Sound wall across from Safeway has NOT been approved. Kathy is going to investigate alternatives, a petition drive may be needed.

Oil and gravel has been laid on 76th Street. Sweepers will pick up loose gravel and a slurry coat will follow.

Heritage Plaza Development plans for 4 buildings on 4th Plain at approximately 157th. Kathy is trying to reach developer for plan detail.

Ward Crossing (former location of the Y-Tavern) is slated to include a drive up restaurant, bank and commercial retail space. Kathy is trying to reach developer for plan detail.

Field Stone South is the name of a new subdivision going in at 161st Ave @ 99th St. Harb Engineers are planning for 29 residential lots on this 9.19 acres of land.

OTHER NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
Kathy Murphy, HNA President

The Community Garage Sale is this weekend (Father’s Day weekend).

The Community Picnic idea has been cancelled in favor of increased focus on publicity of HNA.

A guest inquired about possible development of local airstrips. Another guest suggested he contact that FAA in Hillsboro for more information.


Respectfully submitted, Shelley Dalmau
LTShelley@comcast.net