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Lake Oswego Parks Plan 2040
Community Profile & State of the System
The City of Lake Oswego is looking to the future and updating its
long-range Parks, Recreation, and Natural Areas System Plan (Parks There are 6 sections
Plan 2040). Parks Plan 2040 willprovide a vision, included in this summary
goals, and
strategies for the continued enhancement of this system over the and 2 appendices:
next 15 years. It will address system-wide needs, identify specific
improvements to park and recreation facilities and activities, and 1 Background
outline an updated set of goals and policies that provide guidance on
future investments, projects, and programs built on community 2 Setting and Context
priorities and needs. Figure 1 provides a brief overview of the overall
process for Parks Plan 2040.
3 Community Profile
This summary presents key findings from the first phase of the
planning process and provides a foundation of information for Parks 4 Parks and Facilities
Plan 2040. Phase 1 included a kickoff meeting with the City and tour
of the park system, a review of plans and policies, and an inventory 5 Recreation Programs,
of existing facilities, recreational programs, and activities offered by Services,and Events
the City. Findings within this summary are based on observations
from the consultant team, recent data, and information from several
of the City of Lake Oswego's previously completed planning efforts, 6 Key Observations
and input from City staff.
APPENDIX 1: Site Tour&
PARKS PLAN 2025 ACCOMPLISHMENTS Kickoff Summary
Lake Oswego's current system plan (Parks Plan 2025)was adopted in
2012 and outlines a vision for the City's park and recreation system APPENDIX 2: Park,
through the year 2025. Notably, Parks Plan 2025 guided the delivery Recreation,and Open
of numerous park and facility upgrades, as well as the construction Space Property Inventory
of 57.8 acres of new developed parks funded by the passage of a
local bond measure in 2019, totaling$56 million in improvements. Specific accomplishments and
completion dates include:
Figure 1: Parks Plan 2040 Process
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EXISTING CONDITIONS VISION,GOAL NEEDS ASSESSMENT& IMPLEMENTATION PLAN DEVELOPMENT
ASSESSMENT AND OBJECTIVE RECOMMENDATIONS AND ACTION PLAN AND ADOPTION
JUNE-AUGUST 2023 SEPTEMBER- OCTOBER 2023- MARCH-JULY 2024 JULY 2024-
NOVEMBER 2023 MARCH 2024 FEBRUARY 2025
-Kickoff Meeting Strategic -Parks and -Systemwide 1 -Draft Plan
and Site VisitI Framework Programming Recommendations Plan Review
-Inventory -Focus Groups Analyses -Projects and -Final Plan
-Community -CAC Meetings -Parks System Implementation -CAC Meetings
Profile and State of -PRNRAB Meetings Evaluation Strategies -PRNAB Meetings
the System -City Council -CAC Meetings -CAC Meetings -City Council Briefing
Briefing -PRNAB Meetings -PRNAB Meetings
-Survey 1 -City Council -City Council
-Community Event Briefing Briefing
-Community Event
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New Parks and Facilities
• Quarry Bike Park at East Waluga Park(March 2019)
• Iron Mountain Park(February 2019)
• Woodmont Natural Park(February 2019)
Major Improvements III'
• Accessible restrooms at George Rogers Park and East
Waluga Park(November 2021) 5 , ' r *•
• Trail improvements and bridge replacement at Roehr
Park(March 2019) Woodmont +r
• Lake Oswego Swim Park renovation (March 2021) Natural nark
• Water Sport Center dock replacement(February 2022)
• Renovation of the Adult Community Center(March i 1
2022)
• Renovation of the Indoor Tennis Center(January 2023) .,
• Replacement of the George Rogers Park lower picnic
shelter(expected completion in 2023) , ?
In-Progress Projects ,
• Rassekh Park, a new community park designed to
include a multi-purpose sports field, restrooms,a
maintenance building, parking,walking trails, a � " _
covered picnic shelter and play area,a protected s f
natural creek corridor,and a 10,000 SF skatepark —t #4. •
(expected completion of Phase I in summer 2024) 444 , a ,; ....
• Lake Oswego Municipal Golf Course Renovation, .
including the design and construction of a new 9-hole
Executive Golf Course, renovation and extension of the ••, ,' #4- . ' -
existing driving range, construction of a new related r ;
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golf course maintenance facility,and renovation of the -
former clubhouse building for additional programming ,'slh, ll ' x {
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and community space as part of future recreation
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center programming(expected completion in fall 2024) _ �sd•..,P • '
• Lake Oswego Recreation and Aquatics Center,funded ,ps
jointly by the City of Lake Oswego and the Lake
Oswego School District, including a 12 lane competitive
pool,a 4,500 square-foot recreational pool with three
additional lanes for lap swimming,significant weight,and cardio area,a 7,250 square foot gym that will
equip all types of activities and league play, locker rooms, multi-purpose group fitness rooms to hold
education and outreach programs, and host events,along with a front desk for centralized check-in,
including golf,scheduling and office space for staff(expected completion in fall 2024)
SETTING AND CONTEXT
The City of Lake Oswego is located approximately 8 miles south of Portland in western Clackamas
County. According to Portland State University Population Research Center estimates, Lake Oswego has
a current population of approximately 41,500.The City is bounded by the City of Portland and
unincorporated Multnomah County to the north,the City of Milwaukie and unincorporated Clackamas
County across the Willamette River to the east, West Linn and unincorporated Clackamas County to the
LAKE OSWEGO PARKS PLAN 2040 13
south, and the cities of Tigard and Tualatin to the west (Figure 2). Lake Oswego is also part of the
Oregon Metro regional government.
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Prior to European settlement,the City of Lake Oswego was home to the Clackamas Indigenous People
who lived,traded, and navigated the land and surrounding waters. Many of the original indigenous
inhabitants died from disease brought by European settlers and French fur trappers.Those that
remained ceded their territory to the Federal Government in 1855 and were moved to the Grand Ronde
Reservation in nearby Yamhill County.
The City of Lake Oswego was founded in 1847 and became Oregon's first iron ore town. In the late
nineteenth century, numerous canals were built expanding the lake and allowing connections to the
Tualatin River. Following national trends for outdoor recreation in the early 1920s,the city was branded
as a lake resort prompting future development around the entirety of Oswego Lake.
Land Use and Development Patterns
Today, Lake Oswego is primarily a residential community, with housing plats that date back to the late
19th century. Areas of commercial development and light manufacturing are located at the west and
east ends of the City with small neighborhood commercial districts dispersed throughout. Commercial
areas include the city's downtown, located east of Oswego Lake adjacent to the Willamette River and
Highway 43, and in Lake Grove adjacent to the 1-5 corridor along Kruse Way and Boones Ferry Road. A
variety of topographic features, natural features, and other factors impact the future development of
parks and recreation facilities in Lake Oswego, including the following:
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• There is a limited supply of remaining buildable land both for new development as well as for
parks within the existing city limits.
• Steep slopes, stream corridors, Oswego Lake, and other natural features provide barriers to
access to parks for pedestrians and bicyclists throughout the City.
• For the most part, major transportation facilities do not create significant barriers to accessing
park and recreation facilities, and generally enhance access to them (e.g., Interstate 5, Boones
Ferry Road, Iron Mountain Boulevard, Kruse Way). However, Highway 43 lacks pedestrian
crossings north of B Avenue and south of McVey Avenue,which creates a barrier for pedestrians
accessing parks and facilities located east of the highway adjacent to the Willamette River.
• In the south part of town, a 2023 study of the McVey-Stafford Corridor found that McVey
Avenue is a major barrier for pedestrians and bicycles trying to access other parts of town; in
particular it acts as a barrier for those trying to get to George Rogers Park, Freepons Park, and
Hallinan Woods.
Although the majority of the City's parks and
recreation facilities are within the city limits and
the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB), a large
portion of the Luscher area is located outside of
the UGB within unincorporated Clackamas :
County. According to the Lake Oswego Housing • `�'' ..-' .
Needs Analysis conducted in 2023,there are
limited buildable lands available within the UGB to .
meet future housing needs. Land development �
constraints will need to be considered in future
phases of this project when thinking about how
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of future residents who may live in future new Luscher Farm
areas of the city.
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Demographic conditions and trends of a community play a major role in planning for a city's park and
recreation system.This section outlines elements of Lake Oswego's demographics, highlighting several
key indicators that will influence the recommendations of Parks Plan 2040.
Population Growth
Since 2000, Lake Oswego has experienced modest growth, growing by nearly 18% in 23 years, or less
than 1% per year.This 23-year growth rate is significant, but lower than the county and state averages
of 26%and 25% respectively during this same period (Table 1). Other cities in the county such as West
Linn and Oregon City grew by 23%and 46% respectively, while Portland's population grew by an
estimated 19% during this period (Lake Oswego Housing Needs Analysis Report).
Table 1:23-Year Population Growth(City,County,and State)
%Change 2023 %Change
Population 2000 2010
2000-2010 (Estimate) 2000-2023
City of Lake Oswego 35,278 36,619 4% 41,550 18%
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Clackamas County 338,391 375,992 11% 432,390 26%
State of Oregon 3,421,399 3,831,074 12% 4,329,114 25%
Source:Census,PSU Population Research Center
Future population estimates show a relatively modest increase in population over the next 20 years
(Table 2).The future population of Lake Oswego is expected to increase by 1.4%, with an additional 583
residents by 2045 (Table 2). This modest growth rate could be partially attributed to the small quantity
of buildable land remaining in the City, as well as other demographic trends in the City and region.
Table 2: Population Forecast, Lake Oswego UGB
Population 2000 2045 %Change
City of Lake Oswego 35,278 42,133 19%
Clackamas County 338,391 593,665 75%
Source:Lake Oswego Housing Needs Analysis Report, US Census
Age
A vibrant and equitable park and recreation system offers opportunities for all age groups, such as
spaces to learn and play for young children, safe places for teens, activities for older adults, and cross-
generational spaces to bring people together. As Figure 3 shows, there is a general trend for middle age
and young cohorts to fall as share of total population during the last 20 years,while older cohorts have
grown in share.This is in keeping with the national trend caused by the aging Baby Boom generation,
falling birth rates, and more people choosing to live alone. Compared to state and national averages,
Lake Oswego has a similar share of households with children (Figure 4). However, at 21%, the share of
population over 65 is higher than the state and national figures (Figure 4). Overall, Lake Oswego has an
older population than the county,with a similar share of children, but a smaller share of those aged 25
to 44 years.These trends are expected to continue in the coming years.The needs of these age groups
specific to Lake Oswego will be explored in future phases of the project.
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Racial and Ethnicity Characteristics
Like different age groups, considering unique cultural, ethnic, and language characteristics is essential to
fostering a vibrant parks and recreation system that meets diverse community needs.Although it is still
less racially diverse than the state or region, Figure 5 shows that Lake Oswego's community grew more
diverse between 2010 and 2020,with the population's white (non-Hispanic) share falling from 90%to
80%.
Source:Lake Oswego Housing Needs Analysis Report, US Census
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Figure 5: Racial and Ethnic Breakdown and Trends,2010-2020(Lake Oswego)
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People Experiencing a Disability
Equitable access regardless of ability is essential to creating a successful parks and recreation system.
According to Census data,an estimated 8%of the population of Lake Oswego, or 3,140 people, report
having some form of a disability.This is lower than the county and statewide average rates of 12%and
14% respectively. Older residents are more likely to report a disability, including nearly 20%of those
over 65 years(Lake Oswego Housing Needs Analysis Report). It is important to note that there are likely
more disabled residents than reflected in this data due to a lack of reporting by younger populations and
undercounting of vulnerable populations within Census data.
Income and Affordability
Income and affordability are additional key considerations that influence park and recreation
participation among other factors. Lake Oswego is one of the most affluent communities in the Portland
metropolitan area and in Oregon. In 2023, median household income was estimated to be$123,000
which is nearly 40% higher than the Clackamas County median of$88,500, and 75% higher than the
statewide median of$70,000 (Lake Oswego Housing Needs Analysis Report).The Lake Oswego poverty
rate of 4% is well below both the State and County rates of 9%and 17% respectively(Lake Oswego
Housing Needs Analysis Report).As for affordability, renters have disproportionately lower income
relative to homeowners.Approximately 50%of renters in the City pay 30%or more of their household
income on rent(Figure 7). Public parks provide a low-cost recreation option and are therefore especially
important in cost burdened areas. In addition,these households have limited resources for other
activities, making activities that require fees or other costs of participation potentially cost-prohibitive to
them.
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Figure 6: Income Trends,2000-2023(Lake Oswego)
PER CAPITA AND MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME
2000 2010 Growth 2023 Growth
(Census) (Census) 00-10 (Proj.) 10-23
Per Capita($) $42,166 $53,652 27% $74,600 39%
Median HH($) $71,597 $84,186 18% $123,300 46%
SOURCE:Census,Metro Consolidated Forecast,PSU Population Research Center,and Johnson Economics
Census Tables:DP-1(2000,2010);DP-3(2000);S1901;S19301
Figure 7: Percentage of Household Income Spent on Gross Rent,Lake Oswego Renter Households
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PARKS AND FACILITIES
Lake Oswego residents have access to a variety of recreation spaces.The City of Lake Oswego owns over
630 acres of land in its dedicated park, recreation, and open space system, including 39 parks and
natural areas,six recreation facilities, and three trail corridors. Of this land, approximately 250 acres are
developed with amenities,facilities, and trails, providing places to play, exercise, and gather; over 350
acres are natural areas providing access for community members to experience nature; and nearly 40
acres are undeveloped open spaces that provide green buffers for neighborhoods and preserve natural
resources and urban tree canopy.
Park Inventory
Figure 8 shows the location of existing parks and recreation facilities in Lake Oswego. Future phases of
the project will include a more detailed assessment of the distribution of parks and recreation facilities,
with a particular focus on equity. Table 3 and Table 4 summarize the system inventory of dedicated City
park lands and other public land respectively.
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Table 3:City Park and Recreation Lands by Classification
Classification Sites Acres Examples
Local Developed Park 5 3.7 Rossman Park,Westridge Park
' Local Hybrid Park 6 8.9 Glenmorrie Park,Southwood Park
Local Natural Park 9 42.7 Hallinan Woods, Pennington Park
City-Wide Developed Park 3 2.5 Westlake Park, Millennium Plaza
City-Wide Hybrid Park 12 59.7 George Rogers Park, East Waluga Park
City-Wide Natural Park 8 204.6 Bryant Woods Nature Park,Cook's Butte
Developed Special Purpose Site 3 41.9 Indoor Tennis Center, Municipal Golf Course
' Hybrid Special Purpose Site 4 9.2 _ Adult Community Center, Iron Workers Cottage
Natural Special Purpose Site 2 0.86 Campbell Native Gardens, Bergis Nature Preserve
TOTAL — 11.3
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Table 4:Other Public Lands by Classification
Classification Sites Acres Example
Other Public Open Space 32 22.3 Lily Bay Natural Area, Maple Street Open Space
Other Public City Property 7 12.5 City Hall, Maintenance Center
Source:Draft Inventory of Existing Facilities
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Park Classifications from Parks Plan 2025
Parks are classified by type to evaluate park service and strategically invest in the different park
experiences desired in a community. Parks Plan 2025 classified Lake Oswego's parks both according to
their size and function (scale), as well as to their level of development (character).This forms a tiered
park classification system that helps determine the types of recreation opportunities that are
compatible with these sites.
Lake Oswego's park and recreation sites are classified into three categories according to their scale:
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City-Wide Parks
City-wide parks provide recreation facilities and natural features that serve the entire city.These
typically larger parks generally support group gatherings and provide a greater variety of recreation
facilities, such as play areas, sports fields,sports courts, picnic shelters, event space, and trails. Most
contain significant natural features, such as river access or forested areas.
City-wide parks must have adequate amenities, such as access to parking and restrooms,to support
users coming from other areas of the community.As the predominant park type in Lake Oswego, city-
wide parks make up a total of 491 acres or 83 percent of the total acreage of the dedicated park system.
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Local Parks
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As the building block of the park system, local parks Westridge Park—2.2Acres
offer opportunities to reflect the character of their
neighborhood and build community. Local parks
make up 51 acres or 9 percent of the total dedicated park system.
Special Purpose Sites
Within the Lake Oswego park system, several sites are almost completely focused on a single use.
Known as special purpose sites, these properties often were purchased or designated for this particular
purpose or were acquired to take advantage of a unique feature, such as swimming access.
Special purpose sites may include stand-alone facilities such as the senior center, aquatic or water sports
facilities, golf courses, skate parks,tennis centers, historic buildings, and walking paths and/or
trailheads.These specialized facilities appeal to a citywide audience, drawing users from throughout the
community. Some of these sites also require specialized management strategies.This category totals 51
acres or 9 percent of the total dedicated park system.' �
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In addition to classification, Parks Plan 2025 also defines parks by their character:
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Hybrid
Hybrid parks combine developed parks with natural Millennium Plaza Park-2.OAcres
park features to create a dual purpose of providing
recreation experiences and protecting natural resources. Developed and natural features can be either
integrated or side-by-side, as noted below.
Integrated Character:An integrated hybrid park is designed to harmonize developed features with
natural elements, creating a blended setting throughout the park. Examples include nature play areas,
trails with seating, and disc golf courses to name a few.
Side-by-Side Character: A side-by-side hybrid park is designed to separate natural areas from developed
park features, creating two distinct settings within one park. For example, a side-by-side park may
provide developed play equipment, sports fields, and parking, beside a wooded setting.
This category totals 302 acres or 51 percent of the total dedicated park system.
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Beyond city park lands, the system also
includes nearly 35 acres of other public lands
that may support recreation and open space in
Lake Oswego.These include 22 acres of public Bryant Woods Nature Park—16.7 Acres
open space and nearly 13 acres of other public
city-owned property.
• Public Open Space: Forty public open spaces owned and/or maintained by the Lake Oswego
Parks&l Recreation are included in this category. Many of these sites are small, and generally
have a low recreation value due to access, condition, or location all limiting these sites as a park
or natural area.
• Other City-Owned Property:The City also owns and manages additional buildings and public
spaces that are noted in this category, such as City Hall,the Lake Oswego Public Library, and
Lake Oswego Fire Department fire stations. Many of these properties already provide some level
of public space, and some could potentially support future parks and recreation activities, if
space were available. Some city facilities are already co-located with parks, such as the Westlake
Fire Station with Westlake Park. Others, like City Hall, are occasionally the site of community or
special events. In addition,the Public Works Department maintains several reservoirs, as well as
open spaces for managing stormwater runoff and to support water delivery.
In addition to City-owned lands, the Lake Oswego School District owns and operates educational
facilities at 11 sites throughout the city. While these facilities are not open to the public for recreational
use during school hours or while other District-organized programs are in session,they are available for
community use during other times. Many of the play areas and athletic facilities at local schools function
similar to local developed parks, providing access to recreation and exercise opportunities close to
homes.The acreage associated with these sites is not counted in the City's park and recreation
inventory, but these facilities represent important shared resources for residents and students.
Trails
Lake Oswego Parks& Recreation provides approximately 28 miles of local trails and pathways.Trails and
pathways located within the city's parks and natural areas are typically managed by the Parks &
Recreation Department and are intended primarily for recreational use,though they do serve to
enhance non-motorized transportation connectivity. Pathways adjacent to roadways (e.g., shared-use
paths) and other small path segments connecting between roadways are primarily managed by the
Engineering Department as transportation facilities.
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Recreation Facilities and Amenities
Lake Oswego's parks offer a range of recreation amenities to
support sports/athletics, outdoor recreation, specialized uses, PARK AMENITIES
and connections to nature. Parks also include amenities such
as seating areas, picnic shelters, and restrooms that support 8 Baseball/Softball Fields
park functionality and user comfort.The figure to the right 3 Basketball Courts
summarizes key facilities and amenities in City parks. City-wide
parks are typically larger in scale and rich with sports facilities, 7 Soccer Fields
picnic shelters for community gatherings, and play structures 9 Tennis Courts
among other facility types. Local parks are typically smaller in 2 Bike Skills Park
scale and amenities are typically limited to play structures, 5 Off-Leash Dog Areas
open spaces, and natural areas.
9 Picnic Shelters
The system also provides a number of staffed recreation 90 Picnic Tables
facilities, offering a range of year-round activities and services, 19 Play Structures
including:
30 Restrooms
• Adult Community Center:This recently-renovated
12,974 square foot multi-purpose facility located at Fitness Equipment at 2 sites
the northeastern edge of the City supports recreation,
education, and social services programs for adults and Water Access at 7 sites
seniors (ages 50+) in Lake Oswego.
Interpretive Features at 4 sites
• LO Teen Lounge: Located at Christ Church Episcopal
Parish,the LO Teen Lounge hosts a variety of teen public Art at 7 sites
programs and activities including classes, clubs,teen
events,field trips, and Youth Action Council meetings.
The Lounge has been open since 2007.
• Indoor Tennis Center:This recently-renovated .
28,288 square foot indoor tennis facility .
includes four courts, restrooms, staff offices, a
lunch and meeting room, and an upstairs
viewing area.
•
• Luscher Farm: Luscher Farm includes a variety
of facilities to encourage recreation and
support agricultural programming relating to
local food and organic plant production.The
site includes a historic farmhouse and barn, Teen Lounge,Christ Church Episcopal Parish
community garden plots,trails, demonstration
gardens, Community Supported Agriculture fields, a children's garden, and the Friends of
Rogerson Clematis Collection garden.
• Public Golf Course:The Lake Oswego Public Golf Course was previously an 18- Hole, par-3
course,with a 17-stall driving range, and a 4,650 square foot clubhouse with pro-shop and cafe.
Currently,the Golf Course is being redesigned to include a new 9-hole Executive Golf Course,
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renovate the existing driving range, and construct a new related golf course maintenance
facility.The course has been closed during construction and is expected to re-open in late 2024.
• Water Sports Center:The Charlie S. Brown Water Sports Center, accessible via the Willamette
River Greenway Trail south of Roehr Park, is owned by the City of Lake Oswego and operated via
a partnership with Lake Oswego Community Rowing, a private, non-profit organization. The
2,636 square foot facility was designed specifically to store rowing shells and to operate as a
public rowing facility.
• Coming soon!Lake Oswego Recreation and Aquatic Center: Expected to open in late 2024,this
new facility will provide a 12-lane competitive swimming pool, a 4,500 square-foot recreational
pool with three additional lanes for lap swimming, a weights and cardio area, a 7,250 square
foot gymnasium that will equip all types of activities and league play, locker rooms, multi-
purpose group fitness rooms to hold education and outreach programs, and host events, along
with a front desk for centralized check-in, including golf, scheduling and office space for staff.
PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
Lake Oswego offers a variety of year-round activities for people of
all ages including art, music, sports,fitness&wellness,teen PROGRAMMING KEY
programs, and community-wide events. Table 5 summarizes the FACTS
programs offered by the City sorted by age served and season
available.
Recreation
Lake Oswego's annual Fact Book includes several metrics related 1 100
Programs
to recreation program participation. In 2022,the City offered over
1,100 programs and served over 20,000 participants of all ages.
Historically across the country,teen programming has been a
challenging area for many agencies. Lake Oswego appears to excel 22,000 Participants
in this area, offering a wide variety of options for youth in grades
6-12 across its program service areas. In 2022,the Teen Lounge,
located inside of the Christ Church Episcopal Parish (CCP) (one of Youth and Teen
the City's satellite offices/program locations) saw over 4,000
visitors. Additionally,teens brought in over 4,000 volunteer hours Programming
between the Teen Service Corps, the Jr. Camp Counselor program, /�
and the Youth Action Council. 4,000 Teen Lounge
Visitors
The City of Lake Oswego also offers a multitude of programs,
services, and community events through the Adult Community Center(ACC) and its various parks and outdoor spaces. l Volunteers
At the ACC residents can engage in social activities like the
Congregate Lunch program, Bridge, Conversational Spanish, and Day and Overnight trips.They can also
attend programs designed to provide resources and services for overall well-being like Meals on Wheels,
the Living Well Talk Series, and info sessions that focus on relationships, mental health,fitness, and
financial planning. In 2022,the ACC offered over 1,000 programs and served over 20,000 participants.
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Utilizing its numerous outdoor spaces and parks,the City also provides residents with a variety of
community events and activities. One of the most popular events is the weekly Farmer's Market (held
May-Oct)which saw over 120,000 visitors in 2022 and is considered one of the top markets in the
region. Residents can enjoy summer concerts,fun runs, and annual staples such as the 4th of July Parade,
Cultural Xchange, and the holiday tree lighting. In 2022,the City offered more than 60 events and had
over 1,200 volunteer hours donated towards them.
Table 5:City Programs and Activities
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Cultural Enrichment • • • • • • •
Fitness • • • • • • •
Health &Wellness • • • • • • •
Sports (including Tennis &
• • • • • • •
Golf)
Community and Special
• • • • • • •
Events
Luscher Farms Organic
• • • • • • •
Education
Adults 50+ Life Long Learning • • • • •
Human Services • • • • • • •
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Lake Oswego Farmer's Market
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While the City is currently using various spaces and facilities throughout Lake Oswego to offer programs
and activities, it is expected that many of them will be centralized and offered at the new Lake Oswego
Recreation and Aquatics Center(LORAC) upon its completion in 2024.
The City regularly tracks and reviews participant feedback gathered through user surveys sent to
participants enrolled in programs and activities each season.These participants tend to give the City
high marks for the quality of programs. During the Summer 2022 period, over 90% of respondents
indicated that participation in their respective activities met their expectations. Over 75%of
respondents indicated that they were "very satisfied"with the value received for the activities they
participated in and over 90% of respondents said that they would recommend their respective activities
to a friend or family member.
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS
Maintenance and operations are key to a vibrant, clean, and sustainable parks and recreation system.
The Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the management and
maintenance of the City's developed parks, natural areas, and open spaces. In addition to park spaces,
the department's maintenance staff care for the system's major facilities including the Indoor Tennis
Center,the Adult Community Center, Charles S Brown Water Sports Center,the Lake Oswego Swim
Park,the Lake Oswego Municipal Golf Course, and the Luscher Farm properties.Total maintenance
spending is outlined in Table 6 below.
The level of maintenance per site is determined by several factors, including how the property is used,
amenities onsite, property terrain, its proximity to neighborhoods and other public spaces, natural
resources present (creeks, drainages, native vegetation, etc.), and any applicable city, county, state, and
federal requirements. Maintenance levels also vary according to season and facility requirements.
Ongoing tasks include planting, weeding, raking, pruning, mowing, tree/shrub maintenance,weed
control. Integrated pest management,fertilization, irrigation operations, litter removal, storm debris
removal, and the cleaning, repair, and maintenance of park amenities such as play structure equipment,
restrooms, and other structures. Additional information related to maintenance practices and metrics
will be included in subsequent planning documents, including the project's Maintenance and Operations
Assessment.
Beyond regular department maintenance,the City operates an active park stewardship program to
maintain and protect the system's parks and natural areas. Regular stewardship and habitat restoration
work parties are held year-round, allowing community members to spend time in nature and contribute
to the ongoing maintenance of the system.
Table 6:2023-2024 Total Maintenance and Operations Budget
Maintenance Category 2022-2023 Total 2023-2024 2024-2025
Budget Total Budget Total Budget
Parks Maintenance $1,945,570 $2,239,000 $2,274,000
Athletic Field Maintenance $1,080,400 $826,000 $852,000
$868,736 ---I
$770,000 $785,000
Facility Maintenance -$93,620 $63,000 $63,000
$3,801,086 $3,898,000 m $3,974,000
Source:City of Lake Oswego Parks Maintenance Budget 2023-2025
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INITIAL OBSERVATIONS
In August 2023, City staff and the consultant team held a kickoff meeting and toured representative
sites to discuss site specific issues, opportunities, and challenges. Preliminary observations from this
tour are noted below and will be compared with outreach findings and technical analysis as the team
moves forward in the Parks Plan 2040 planning process.
• Excellent System:The community has access to a varied Q 11 SITE TOURS
and well-maintained recreation system.
>>West Waluga Park
• Involved Community: From volunteering to help maintain
parks to participating in recreation programs, Lake Oswego >> East Waluga Park
residents are active and involved in the recreation system.
»Indoor Tennis Center
• Use and Programming: Parks and facilities across the
system experience a high level of use. System-wide >>Springbrook Park
programming also experiences high use although some
sites could benefit from additional programming. >>Iron Mountain Park
• Maintenance and Improvements:Some sites have >>Adult Community Center
maintenance challenges due to location and/or staffing
capacity. Improvements to lighting, restrooms, >> Foothills Park
playgrounds, and trail surfacing are needed at some
locations. Existing landscaping is high-quality and well- >>Lake Oswego Swim Park
maintained although some sites need minor improvements
and tree replacements. >>George Rogers Park
• Natural Resource Management:The City places a high >>Municipal Golf Course&
priority on providing open space and natural areas for Recreation and Aquatic
more passive enjoyment by community members and for Center
their natural resource values. In these areas, the City
focuses on using native plantings, removing invasive >>Luscher Farm
species, and improving water quality and wildlife habitat,
including for pollinators. Several natural area sites (e.g.,
Iron Mountain) have had recent improvements and renovations to enhance these elements and
to add amenities for visitors (seating, shelters, interpretive features, etc.).
• Sustainability and Resiliency: Parks Department staff note a strong desire to continue to
incorporate sustainability and resiliency practices in the continued planning for and
maintenance and improvement of their facilities. While the City currently does this through
park-specific planning and operations to some degree, there is a desire to integrate this in a
more holistic way in the Parks Plan 2040 process and in future activities and improvements.
Staff note a desire to view parks as a resource for climate resilience and emergency response to
natural disasters.
• Accessibility:Although some sites have seen improvements since the prior plan,ADA
improvements are still needed throughout the system's park and recreation facilities. Beyond
ADA requirements, some sites offer opportunities to introduce universal design when replacing
or adding recreation facilities.
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• Conflicting Uses and Enforcement:Some sites have issues monitoring community use and
enforcing rules relating to swimming, loitering,vandalism, and trail use.
• Other Challenges:Some sites have limited off-street parking to meet demands, particularly
during large events. Other facilities are impacted by other non-park onsite facilities, leading to
maintenance issues.
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