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From: Casey WyckoffTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: WSU Vancouver Zoning Use AmendmentDate: Tuesday, February 12, 2019 3:25:38 PM
Good afternoon Sonja, My name is Casey Wyckoff. I’m a principal owner at LSW Architects, based in Vancouver, Chair of theBoard of CREDC, and involved community member. I’m writing the County in support of the requestmade by WSU-Vancouver to amend the University District use table to include student housing as anoutright permitted use. Supporting people is a cornerstone goal area of our region’s economic strategicplan. Our educational infrastructure, and specifically WSU-V, is critical to foster the development ofvalued skills, preparing the next generation for upcoming opportunities, supporting a brain-gain ofworkforce, and removing barriers to equity and diversity. By providing student housing as an outrightpermitted use, the university is better equipped to remove barriers and support our regions economicgoals. Additionally, by providing this amendment, it is my view that the quality of life for both thecampus community as well as the immediate neighbors will be fostered in a manner that is thoughtfuland long-term good. WSU has a track record of providing good support of their facilities and is investedin the long-term success of our community. Please feel free to contact me if there are any questions. Sincerely, Casey J. Wyckoff AIAPrincipal
LSW Architects610 Esther Street, Suite 200Vancouver, WA 98660 360 694 8571 LSW-ARCHITECTS.COM
From: Jennifer BakerTo: Wiser, SonjaCc: [email protected]; Brittany BagentSubject: FW: Comments re: WSUV Master PlanDate: Wednesday, February 20, 2019 7:22:39 PMAttachments: image027.png
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Hi, Sonja— I apologize for just now sending the CREDC support for the use table that would find studenthousing permitted at the WSU-V campus. I had focused on the 2/21 date as the submission date,rather than the hearing date. Please find the attached statements of support for tomorrowevening’s hearing.
The Columbia River Economic Development Council (CREDC) supports the permitting ofstudent housing in Clark County’s University District use table. WSU-V’s prospective plan tocreate a central living and gathering space for its students stands to complement the strongsense of community that is a trademark of our county. The intended student housing landuse aligns closely with the Clark County Comprehensive Economic Development Plan tenetsthat we will work together to “Support People” and “Create Place”. With the goals of growingthe capacity of talented employees entering the local workforce and supporting ClarkCounty’s legacy and emerging traded sector businesses, CREDC and our partners value thecommitment of WSU-V and local education institutions to strategic growth and innovation.
The pursuit of residential buildings at Washington State University - Vancouver also alignswith CREDC’s Brain Gain initiative to encourage talent attraction and retention. We supportcontinued efforts to foster access to student housing that can help raise the visibility ofeducation opportunities and local career pathways, as well as the countywide initiatives thatvalue the quality of place in Clark County. Access to talent is one of the top threeconsiderations we field from businesses seeking to invest or grow in Clark County. We believethat a WSU-V campus augmented with student housing options will enhance our collectivecompetitive advantage.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide remarks.Best regards,Jen
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Jennifer BakerPresident Columbia River Economic Development Council D: 360.567.1060 | O: 360.694.5006 | E: [email protected]
From: Ault, Douglass Maxwell Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2019 10:49 AMTo: Jennifer Baker Cc: Brittany Bagent Subject: Re: Comments re: WSUV Master Plan Thank you! Also – I will work to close out the reporting for the final WSU disbursement by EoW. Warmly, M Max Ault | Assistant Vice Chancellor for Strategic PartnershipsWashington State UniversityOffice: 14204 NE Salmon Creek Avenue| VDEN 207| Vancouver, WA 98686ph. 360.546.9517 | wsu.edu | vancouver.wsu.edu | [email protected]
From: Jennifer Baker Date: Monday, February 11, 2019 at 6:52 PMTo: "Ault, Douglass Maxwell" Cc: Brittany Bagent Subject: RE: Comments re: WSUV Master Plan Hi, Max— Yes, Mel and I had a brief conversation on zoning for the use table. I will coordinate with
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Brittany/team on our feedback. Thanks for reaching out!--Jen Jennifer BakerPresident Columbia River Economic Development Council D: 360.567.1060 | O: 360.694.5006 | E: [email protected]
From: Ault, Douglass Maxwell Sent: Monday, February 11, 2019 4:29 PMTo: Jennifer Baker Cc: Brittany Bagent Subject: Comments re: WSUV Master Plan Jen – happy Monday, I understand Mel was able to touch base with you briefly on this during your lunch, but I wanted tocircle back! As you know, WSU Vancouver is in the midst of extremely exciting times planning for thelong-term future of the campus with a new master plan and ongoing work with ClarkCounty Council and Planning Commission to amend University District use table (40.230.050-1) to include student house as an outright permitted use on campus. Student housing represents a considerable step forward for the University and ourcommunity as we endeavor to grow the impact of WSU Vancouver and expandopportunities for students to engage in the most fulfilling and competitive academicenvironment in the region. As one of WSU Vancouver’s closest partners, we would be thrilled if you would help us byproviding your feedback on the importance of this use table change and continuedinvestment in the growth of WSU here in the region to the Clark County Planning
Commission in advance of the public hearing scheduled for February 21st at 6:30pm. Comments can be Emailed up to two days before the hearing directly to Sonja Wiser withClark County Community planning: [email protected]
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Please feel free to review the new master plan as well! Sincerely appreciate CREDC’s consideration of this request, please do not hesitate to let meknow if you have any questions! Thank you, Max Max Ault | Assistant Vice Chancellor for Strategic PartnershipsWashington State UniversityOffice: 14204 NE Salmon Creek Avenue| VDEN 207| Vancouver, WA 98686ph. 360.546.9517 | wsu.edu | vancouver.wsu.edu | [email protected]
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From: Wiser, SonjaTo: "Dale Sanders"Cc: Lebowsky, Laurie; Karl Johnson; Matt Swindell; Richard Bender; Richard Torres; Robin Grimwade; Robin Grimwade;
Ron Barca-Boeing; Ron Barca-MSN; Steve Morasch ([email protected])Subject: RE: Mount Vista Notice WSUV Adding DormsDate: Wednesday, February 06, 2019 7:47:35 AMAttachments: image001.png
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Thank you for your comments; I will forward them to staff and to the Planning Commission members From: Dale Sanders [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2019 5:42 AMTo: Cnty Community PlanningSubject: Fwd: Mount Vista Notice WSUV Adding Dorms -----Original Message-----From: Dale Sanders To: comunityplanning Sent: Wed, Feb 6, 2019 5:39 amSubject: Fwd: Mount Vista Notice WSUV Adding Dorms
I wasn't sure where to send comment. The first comment beginning: "Another issue-----"is mine Dale Sanders 2901 NE 160th St., This is the first street crossed when coming off campus North. Verymany of the residence in this area are elderly (I'm 74). Also, are people complaining there isn't enoughhousing in the area? Dorms make sense in Pullman--your kinda out in the middle of nowhere. I graduatedfrom Cal State Hayward and commuted from Palo Alto (22 miles). A 22 mile radius from WSUV wouldcover from Longview to the other side of Portland.
-----Original Message-----From: Dale Sanders To: alinstead Sent: Tue, Feb 5, 2019 5:54 pmSubject: Re: Mount Vista Notice WSUV Adding Dorms
Another issue: what if your next door neighbor rents house to 15 college students. Inand out all hours--parties---loud music---who would buy your house if you wanted tosell. Look at any community near a major college---it's trashed because people makemore money renting. And the teenagers---first time away from home and free to do whatthey want. God help us all! Screeching tires, loud music all weekend--police calls fordisturbance---on and on and on. Take a drive around neighborhoods close to any 4 yearcampus--especially on weekends. Rent your house and move. and the beauty is-----you've got all summer to clean, paint and repair. Also, I would suspect it is mainly malesliving in off campus groups although females would live in groups.Have a good dayDale
-----Original Message-----From: Mount Vista HOA To: struckin4u Sent: Mon, Feb 4, 2019 2:42 pmSubject: Mount Vista Notice WSUV Adding Dorms
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Mount Vista Homeowners, As you know, WSUV is petitioning the Clark County Planning Commission to allow dormitories on campus.Your Mount Vista Board of Directors encourages you to express your thoughts about this change indirection for WSUV.What follows are a number of issues and points that others have brought up. Feel free to use and expandupon with your own testimony on the matter.The flier copy at the end gives details about where and how to send in your testimony. This is a link to the Planning Commission website:https://www.clark.wa.gov/community-planning/planning-commission-hearings-and-meeting-notes#expand This is a link to the new WSUV Master Plan:https://www.clark.wa.gov/sites/default/files/dept/files/community-planning/6_WSU%20Master%20Plan%20%28FINAL_20180822_WSUV_master_plan_report%29%281%29.pdf The original 1992 master plan can be gotten to via this link:http://admin.vancouver.wsu.edu/sites/admin.vancouver.wsu.edu/files/wsu-vancouver-master-plan-1992.pdf Issues and points regarding allowing dormitories at WSUV campusNeeds to be filed on or before Feb 21, 2019
1. Mount Vista has a large stake in the decision
1. 430 homes in close proximity to campus2. See the map
2. Whatever WSUV says today does not bind them for the future
1. Specific examples of prior assurances that have been ignored/changed:
1. WSUV will remain a commuter only campus2. No dormitories3. Buffer landscaping between campus and neighborhood4. Others…
3. Parking
1. Permit only parking West of campus at 147, 148 & 150th streets were a direct result of WSUVparking
2. 160th St directly North of campus is the next logical target for increasing student parking3. The WSUV Master Plan comments regarding the accommodation of resident student parking
needs are only wishes and desires. What is said is only in broad terms and without any realsolutions being proposed.
4. Whether to pay for parking or not is the only cost saving choice a student has. All othereducational fees are required.
5. Obvious choice is to park in the surrounding neighborhood of Mt. Vista.
4. Rentals
1. Increase in number of Rentals is a concern2. The some of the worst offenders of our governing document restrictions tend to be renters3. WSUV student renters likely to be younger and for shorter period of time - both likely to result
in even less interest in maintaining the current quality and environment of the existing
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community. Therefore, directly impacts our home values and desirability.4. Party Houses potential, we want single family residents only!
5. Dormitories
1. What demographic indicates that dormitories are or will be necessary?2. Average age of student is 30 and married according to latest statistics reported by WSUV.
What will cause that to change? 30-year-old married couple typically would not choose to livein a dormitory setting.
3. Dormitories imply students coming from out of town. What demographic statistic suggests that900 new out of town students need on campus housing?
4. Does WSUV really believe that they can provide housing cheaper than group rentals?5. What other regional WSU or UW campuses are considering dormitories?6. What recreational facilities will WSUV provide these on campus residents.7. What food service will WSUV provide to 900 students8. What health care will WSUV provide to these 900 students? Will they seek medical attention
at Legacy Emergency room?9. Salmon Creek Boulevard is increasing seeing heavy traffic to and from the campus, what will
WSUV do to alleviate the pressure on our infrastructure?
6. Conclusion
1. Our community feels betrayed by WSUV.2. They are not forthcoming with honest answers.3. Are they also not being honest with the county?
7. Specific decision requests
1. Not allow dormitories2. If dormitories allowed:
1. Restrict number of residents to no more than XXX.2. Not allow residence halls to be closer than XXX feet to any neighboring residence and
no taller than xxx feet3. Minimum XXX-year trial period of before considering more residents4. Complete re-evaluation of the situation, including more neighborhood input, before any
additional student housing is approved. Pertinent info in new Master Plan that may or may not be useful: Master Plan drawings of the campus show only 2 residence halls (labeled as W). Page 33 indicates 3residence halls of up to 300 beds each. The Columbian newspaper article of Jan 8, 2019, indicates 2buildings of up to 350 students each. The Master Plan shows a total of 14 new buildings under the heading of “Future Campus Development”(pages 8 and 9). On page 33 of the Master Plan, “Future Campus Development” is defined and stipulatesthat these building could be new residence halls. Page 54 talks about ensuring “that resident students can park close to residence halls at night, yet do notoccupy prime parking locations during the day”. Page 44 talks about persuading residents “to park in lesspopular lots”. Permit only parking signs are posted West of the campus across 29th Ave near the Bus stop. The streetsintersecting 29th Ave where this is the case are 147th ,148th and 150th streets plus all connected avenuesto these streets. 150thstreet is on the Southern edge of Mount Vista.
1992 WSUV MASTER PLANSNIPPETS OF INFO Page 2:
Page 5
Page 38 – Orchard never happened – here is the start of the page:
Page 60
Page 80 & 81 – they never attempted the screening this implies
Page 86 – no residence halls planned
February 19, 2019
To: Clark County Planning Commission
RE: CPZ2019-00026 University District Code Update
As a homeowner in Mount Vista since 1992, I feel that we have been misled.
Background
The Mount Vista community of 430 residences was built during the 1970s and 1980s. The attached map
shows the location of Mount Vista as the highlighted areas both to the North and to the West of the
campus. Obviously, we are very close neighbors of the WSU-V campus.
What were we told?
The 1992 Master Plan explicitly stated at least three times that WSU-V would be a non-residential or
commuter campus.1 The Staff Report in the Background section clearly states that one of the major
opinions from the local community during the WSU-V open houses was that “the campus should always
be a commuter school”. Adding dormitories is the direct path away from continuing to be a commuter
school. In this area at least, the opinions of the local community have obviously been ignored by WSU-V.
Where will it end?
The new WSU-V Master Plan directly calls for only 2 or 3 buildings of up to 300 residents each, or a total
of up to 900 dormitory students.2 The new Master Plan however clearly leaves the door wide open for
significantly increasing the number of residence halls to more than 2 or 3.3
Regardless of what the new Master Plan says, I fear it is probable that WSU-V will add additional dorms
as it sees fit. The fact that there is a request by the University to now allow dormitories is a testament to
the fact that plans change. How can we be confident that this “2 or 3 buildings” will not be dramatically
increased?
Parking
Parking for residents of the new dormitories is mentioned only in broad terms and without any real
solutions being proposed – only wishes and desires.4 There will inevitably be parking by dorm residents
in other parking lots, which will exacerbate an already inadequate parking situation, which will in turn
impact surrounding neighborhoods even more.
1 1992 Master Plan pages 2, 5 and 60. 2 The new Master Plan drawings of the campus show only 2 residence halls (labeled as W). Page 33 indicates 3 residence halls of up to 300 beds each. The Columbian newspaper article of Jan 8, 2019, indicates 2 buildings of up to 350 students each. 3 The new Master Plan shows a total of 14 new buildings under the heading of “Future Campus Development” (pages 8 and 9). On page 33 of the Master Plan, “Future Campus Development” is defined and stipulates that these building could be new residence halls. 4 Page 54 talks about ensuring “that resident students can park close to residence halls at night, yet do not occupy prime parking locations during the day”. Page 44 talks about persuading residents “to park in less popular lots”.
Student parking has in the past encroached on neighboring communities to the point that the
homeowners petitioned the county to post permitted only parking during weekdays along the streets
West of the campus.5 We fear that continued student parking pressure will soon force additional
sections of our neighborhood to also request permitted only parking, with the resulting inconvenience
for our homeowners and guests.
Rentals
Mount Vista currently has less than 10% of its homes that are rentals. By encouraging WSU-V to become
other than a commuter campus, it's likely that there will be an increase in this percentage. Renters tend
to be less concerned with abiding by restrictions outlined in our governing documents. In addition, these
new renters will probably be younger and intending to rent for shorter time periods. They will therefore
be less interested in maintaining the current quality and environment of the existing community. There
are also concerns that as more students live on campus or in the surrounding neighborhood, there
might be the growth of “party houses” in our neighborhood.
Request
I strongly request that you reject the University District Code Update requested by WSU-V.
Whether or not 300 or even 900 residents in WSU-V dormitories will cause problems for the
surrounding neighborhoods cannot be proven at this time. However, as the number of residents
increases, it becomes more and more likely to be disruptive until it is all but assured.
Therefore, should the WSU-V request be approved and since there are currently no regulated limits to
the number of residence halls that might be added, my second-choice request is for the county to:
• Limit the initial number of on-campus residents to no more than 350
• Restrict the building of the new residence hall(s) to the location shown on the new Master Plan
drawings
• At the end of a 3-year trial period and before any additional student housing is approved,
require a complete re-evaluation of the situation, including more neighborhood input
Thank you for your consideration,
David Percival 3724 NE 160th St
5 Permit only parking signs are posted West of the campus across 29th Ave near the Bus stop. The streets intersecting 29th Ave where this is the case are 147th ,148th and 150th streets plus all connected avenues to these streets. 150thstreet is on the Southern edge of Mount Vista.
From: E SwiftTo: Wiser, Sonja; Lebowsky, LaurieSubject: Testimony regarding University District Code updateDate: Sunday, February 03, 2019 6:01:47 PM
Thank you Clark County Planning commission for inquiring my opinion about thepotential update to the Code in the University district.
We love WSUV and understand the University wishes to grow and flourish but weare concerned. My residence (built before WSU's purchase of the property) shares aproperty line with the school yet I did not receive information, notification, orinvitation to the open houses that the proposal states were held. This fits a patternthat the university has recently developed of not being sensitive to the environmentin which it exists.
The development plan in the proposal does not seem to contain a traffic impactstudy. Has that has been done on 29th avenue 134th and 139th avenue? Wewould suggest that the new long range plan does not have documentation aboutincreased egress or entrance options. This is problematic at present. Pedestriansafety, getting to and from the University and surrounding areas is very limitedduring several hours during the school day. With current levels of University trafficaccess to: mental health facilities, services for seniors, and hospitals areunreasonably delayed.Unless the University presents a specific plan to mitigate the inability of local Clarkcounty residents to get to services, I would ask that the commission delay inapproving the changes to this code.
Thank you,
Darren Swift(360) 944-5904
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February 19, 2019 Clark County Planning Commission c/o Sonja Wiser, Program Assistant Clark County Community Planning PO Box 9810 Vancouver, WA 98666-9810 Dear Commissioners: We are writing on behalf of the nonprofit business leaders group Identity Clark County, which envisions our region as a thriving community where people can land, live and learn for a lifetime. We encourage your adoption of student housing as an outright permitted use on the WSU Vancouver campus. For 30 years, WSU Vancouver has gained prominence as the university system’s largest commuter campus. This commuter-only approach was sufficient during the earlier years of WSU Vancouver’s evolution. Now, as WSU Vancouver has earned its way as an interdependent partner with leading businesses and the community at large, it needs to begin preparations as a full-experience university serving commuter-students as well as those who prefer a full immersion into student university life. More than an expansion of services, this move can open a substantial addressable market for WSU Vancouver and help our region realize the full potential of having a research university in our immediate area. Furthermore, we note that investments in WSU Vancouver tend to be investments in the long-term vitality of our community because more than 90 percent of alums live and work in the area. Your approval now will allow WSU Vancouver to develop plans that are appropriate for the emerging student population and future workforce of our region. Sincerely, Tom Mears, Chairman Ron Arp, President Identity Clark County Identity Clark County cc: Dr. Mel Netzhammer, WSU Vancouver
From: Jeff Honsowetz, InterjectTo: Ault, Douglass Maxwell; Wiser, SonjaSubject: Re: Comments re: WSUV Master PlanDate: Friday, February 15, 2019 6:55:23 AMAttachments: image001.png
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Hi Max. I am very supportive of on-campus housing. I don't have much time towrite an eloquent note, but I think it will only help the goal of growing more techtalent in town and should be helpful to the tech apprenticeship program we havealready.
I am sure the community around WSUV will recognize the typical drawbacks ofstudent housing where there will be more opportunity for trouble in the area. I livenear campus and would expect it. But it is a growing pain to gaining a "full service"university in this town. The benefits outweigh the cons. Let's think long term.
Good luck!
Jeff
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On Wed, Feb 13, 2019 at 2:30 PM Ault, Douglass Maxwell wrote:
Jeff – good afternoon,
I hope things are off to a great start for you and the Interject team here in 2019. Iam reaching out with a unique request regarding the future growth of the WSUVancouver campus.
As you may know, WSU Vancouver is in the midst of extremely exciting times planningfor the long-term future of the campus with a new master plan and ongoing work withClark County Council and Planning Commission to amend University District use table(40.230.050-1) to include student house as an outright permitted use on campus.
Student housing represents a considerable step forward for the University and ourcommunity as we endeavor to grow the impact of WSU Vancouver and expandopportunities for students to engage in the most fulfilling and competitive academicenvironment in the region.
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As one of WSU Vancouver’s close partners, we would be thrilled if you would help usby providing your feedback on the importance of this use table change and continuedinvestment in the growth of WSU here in the region to the Clark County PlanningCommission in advance of the public hearing scheduled for February 21st at 6:30pm. Comments can be Emailed up to two days before the hearing directly to Sonja Wiserwith Clark County Community planning: [email protected]
Please feel free to review the new master plan as well!
Sincerely appreciate your consideration of this request, please do not hesitate to let meknow if you have any questions!
Hope to catch up with you soon.
Thank you,
Max
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From: Wiser, SonjaTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: FW: WSU-V adding dormsDate: Monday, February 11, 2019 7:04:35 AM
From: Jennifer White [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2019 4:35 PMTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: WSU-V adding dorms Hello,I am writing to add my input in regards to WSU-V adding dorms.We live in the Mt Vista neighborhood, a few blocks from the campus. My family movedhere a few years ago. We chose this community because it is a beautiful,quiet, and safearea to raise our 3 young children. We drive down 29th several times a day. Within the lastyear alone, we have noticed an increase in cars that park along the street, in "no parking"areas- even parking in front of red curbs with mailboxes. The "community park" iscompletely not accessible to its surrounding neighbors to park because college students parkthere all day long, despite the several signs stating it is a 2 hour, park parking only. So when looking over the master plan, it really does not address how it will handle parkingfor the increased number of students. This is only going to congest our neighborhoods,with illegal parking- because it is already proven they do not read the "no parking" signs. The area is NOT going to be able to handle this increase in students you are suggesting. This campus is a commuter campus- and I am personally against any changes that willdirectly impact my quiet and safe neighborhood.Please reconsider adding dorms- this will destroy our neighborhood. Jennifer White
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From: Jesse SchraterTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: WSUV Master Plan - Community FeedbackDate: Monday, February 04, 2019 3:40:59 PM
I have been a Mt Vista resident for the past 20 years. Contrary to some of theopinions I've heard expressed by our HOA Board and some of our residents, I am asupporter of the new WSUV Master Plan, including the addition of resident dorms. Ihave found WSUV to be an excellent neighbor, and feel any potential negativeimpacts are greatly outweighed by the opportunities. I believe our communitybenefits from a robust and well-planned university. It is a beautiful and well-maintained campus. We regularly take advantage of the walking trails, the greenspaces, and the library. I am especially supportive of the collaborations with ClarkCollege and the iTech Preparatory school, providing additional opportunities for myown children.
I of course want the planning to continue carefully and mindfully of neighborhoodimpacts. I know that local off-campus parking in particular is a concern that shouldbe managed. And our own neighborhood needs to exercise care in how we managerentals. But I am confident in the management of WSUV and encourage you tosupport the project.
Respectfully,
Jesse Schrater16117 NE 33rd Ave.Ridgefield, WA 98642360-609-0995
From: Julia MaglioneTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: RE: WSU Vancouver Student Housing Support LetterDate: Thursday, February 14, 2019 9:29:37 AMAttachments: image001.png
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Hello Sonja, Found a typo in the original letter – a replacement version is attached. Thank you,
Julia
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From: Wiser, Sonja Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2019 9:28 AMTo: Julia Maglione Subject: RE: WSU Vancouver Student Housing Support Letter Thank you; your comments will be added to the record
From: Julia Maglione [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2019 9:15 AMTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: WSU Vancouver Student Housing Support Letter Dear Ms. Wiser: Attached is a letter from the CEO of Workforce Southwest Washington in support of the proposedUniversity District use table amendment to include student housing as a permitted use on theWashington State University Vancouver campus. We are submitting this in advance of the February21 public hearing of the Clark County Planning Commission. Please let me know if you have questions or require further information. Thank you for your assistance,
Julia
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February 14, 2019 Sonja Wiser, Program Assistant Clark County Planning Commission P.O. Box 9810 Vancouver, WA 98666-9810 Via email [email protected] Re: Washington State University Vancouver – University District Use Table Dear Clark County Planning Commission: As the local workforce development board, Workforce Southwest Washington (WSW) contributes to regional economic growth by investing in programs and resources that improve the skills and education of the workforce in Clark, Cowlitz and Wahkiakum counties. Through WSW-funded programs, businesses attract, hire, train and retain the employees they need. WSU Vancouver is a strong partner in educating and preparing individuals for the workplace. We value their collaboration and support continued investment in the campus. Student housing at WSU Vancouver will provide an affordable and stable place for students to live, drawing new potential workers to the area, helping to produce a skilled workforce and contributing to continued regional economic growth and competitiveness. Attracting new talent to the area is key to ensuring a robust pool of qualified candidates exists to meet the region’s workforce needs. Student housing will strengthen WSU Vancouver’s ability to increase its impact in Clark County and the region. We fully support WSU Vancouver’s proposal to amend the University District use table (40.230.050-1) to include student housing as a permitted use on the WSU Vancouver campus. Sincerely,
Kevin Perkey Chief Executive Officer [email protected]
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From: june greinerTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: Traffic on 29th Ave.Date: Wednesday, February 13, 2019 2:49:21 PM
I as well as my neighbors are alarmed at the idea of WSUV making anexit and entrance to 29th Ave, right near my exit from the privateroad at 150th street. I wrote to the county about this idea in 2003. Iwas alarmed at that time about being able to exit my road. Since thattime the main change to entering 29th Ave is that the traffic hasgrown a hugh amount, as many new developements have been added up thehill. A recent morning I went to exit, looked very carefully up thesteep hill on 29th before I made my left turn onto 29th ave, all wasclear I made my left turn ,looked in my rearview mirrow to see a carright close to my rear back bumper. I consider myself a very gooddriver as I was married to a military man and we lived in Brooklyn,New York, Seattle, The Bay area and have had no problem gettingaround. C-Tran needs to back that bus stop furthur down from my exitas it is difficult to see around the bus when it is parked there. Iinvite you to come take a ride with me and you will better understandwhat I experience at my exit. My phone number is 360 573-7409
Its time the county looks to 50th Ave and turn it into a four laneroad. 29th Ave has numerous steep hills and not a safe place to bringyoung students off the campus. Please help keep us all safe
Sincerely.. June Greiner
From: Marc Kahn Wjser Sonja To:
Subject: Zoning changes for wsu-v Date: Tuesday, January 08, 2019 10:24:54 AM
To the Clark County Planning Commission:
I understand that Washington State University Vancouver is seeking approval from the county to
modify the "University District" zone. This seems like the appropriate time to address parking issues
in the neighborhoods surrounding the campus.
In short. I would like to propose that the county's approval of ANY expansions or improvements
to the WSU-V campus be contineent upon the university providine FREE and adequate parkine
for the students. staff. and visitors to the campus.
Here are my reasons:
• As a long-time resident of the Mt. Vista neighborhood, I attended a community outreach
meeting hosted by Hal Dengerink of WSU-V, prior to any construction. This was probably 26
years or so ago. During this meeting Mr. Dengerink committed that all improvements to the
350 acres of farmland that they had bought would be done to minimize impact on the
surrounding residential community. One of the features that were presented was a lighting
system for the parking lots which wou ld be integrated with a canopy of trees to make them
essentially invisible to the neighbors on NE 30th Avenue above the campus. That feature
was never implemented and the neighbors on 30th Avenue have to look directly at well lit
parking lots below them. I do not believe that the university was eyer sjncere jn their lip
seryjce that they wanted to be good neighbors The fact that they have created a situation
where students park in our neighborhoods is another manifestation of this dynamic.
• In this day and age, the economic burdens of being a college student are overwhelming.
Tuition, books, living expenses, and foregoing employment to devote time to studies forces
young people to go into debt to obtain a college education. For the university to require
that in addition to these expenses, that students pay for parking is, in my opinion,
inappropriate. Apparently, the students agree because they park in our neighborhoods
whenever they can, to avoid the fees.
• NE 29th Avenue is a major arterial road. The speed limit is 35 MPH, but through traffic
tends to go faster than that. People parallel parking and needing to walk on the road in
order to get out of and back into their cars on the driver's side is a safety issue.
• The campus has 350 acres, certainly adequate room to provide free parking. If Clark College
can do it, so can WSU-V.
• To address students' parking, the county has posted signs restricting parking in our
neighborhoods to residents. While I understand that these restrictions are rarely enforced,
it is uncomfortable to think that visitors to our neighborhoods may be breaking the law to
park on the street to visit a resident.
Please add my concerns to the testimony being accumulated rega rding the proposed zoning
changes for WSU-V.
Sincerely,
Marc Kahn
15518 NE 28th Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98686 USA
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From: MARK MTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: I Oppose WSUV Adding DormsDate: Friday, February 08, 2019 11:14:39 AMAttachments: image1.png
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Dear Ms. Wiser, I am writing you regarding WSUV’s request to add dormitories to their campus on Mt Vista. I am aresident of Mt Vista and STRONGLY oppose any dormitories. I have lives 3 blocks from the campusand seen our neighborhood invaded with parking and party homes from WSUV Students. Addingresidence halls will just add to the problem. In addition WSUV in 1992 NOT to have residence halls. Below is a long list of issues on how this change would affect our quality of life. SincerelyMark Miskiewicz
3314 NE 163rd StRidgefield, Wa. 98642
Issues and points regarding allowing dormitories at WSUV campus
1. Mount Vista has a large stake in the decision
1. 430 homes in close proximity to campus2. See the map
2. Whatever WSUV says today does not bind them for the future
1. Specific examples of prior assurances that have been ignored/changed:
1. WSUV will remain a commuter only campus2. No dormitories3. Buffer landscaping between campus and neighborhood4. Others…
3. Parking
1. Permit only parking West of campus at 147, 148 & 150th streets were a direct result ofWSUV parking
2. 160th St directly North of campus is the next logical target for increasing student parking3. The WSUV Master Plan comments regarding the accommodation of resident student
parking needs are only wishes and desires. What is said is only in broad terms andwithout any real solutions being proposed.
4. Whether to pay for parking or not is the only cost saving choice a student has. All othereducational fees are required.
5. Obvious choice is to park in the surrounding neighborhood of Mt. Vista.
4. Rentals
1. Increase in number of Rentals is a concern2. The some of the worst offenders of our governing document restrictions tend to be renters3. WSUV student renters likely to be younger and for shorter period of time - both likely to
result in even less interest in maintaining the current quality and environment of theexisting community. Therefore, directly impacts our home values and desirability.
4. Party Houses potential, we want single family residents only!
5. Dormitories
1. What demographic indicates that dormitories are or will be necessary?2. Average age of student is 30 and married according to latest statistics reported by WSUV.
What will cause that to change? 30-year-old married couple typically would not choose tolive in a dormitory setting.
3. Dormitories imply students coming from out of town. What demographic statistic suggeststhat 900 new out of town students need on campus housing?
4. Does WSUV really believe that they can provide housing cheaper than group rentals?5. What other regional WSU or UW campuses are considering dormitories?6. What recreational facilities will WSUV provide these on campus residents.7. What food service will WSUV provide to 900 students8. What health care will WSUV provide to these 900 students? Will they seek medical
attention at Legacy Emergency room?9. Salmon Creek Boulevard is increasing seeing heavy traffic to and from the campus, what
will WSUV do to alleviate the pressure on our infrastructure?
6. Conclusion
1. Our community feels betrayed by WSUV.2. They are not forthcoming with honest answers.3. Are they also not being honest with the county?
7. Specific decision requests
1. Not allow dormitories2. If dormitories allowed:
1. Restrict number of residents to no more than XXX.2. Not allow residence halls to be closer than XXX feet to any neighboring residence
and no taller than xxx feet3. Minimum XXX-year trial period of before considering more residents4. Complete re-evaluation of the situation, including more neighborhood input, before
any additional student housing is approved.
Pertinent info in new Master Plan that may or may not be useful:
Master Plan drawings of the campus show only 2 residence halls (labeled as W). Page 33 indicates 3residence halls of up to 300 beds each. The Columbian newspaper article of Jan 8, 2019, indicates 2buildings of up to 350 students each.
The Master Plan shows a total of 14 new buildings under the heading of “Future Campus Development”(pages 8 and 9). On page 33 of the Master Plan, “Future Campus Development” is defined andstipulates that these building could be new residence halls.
Page 54 talks about ensuring “that resident students can park close to residence halls at night, yet donot occupy prime parking locations during the day”. Page 44 talks about persuading residents “to parkin less popular lots”.
Permit only parking signs are posted West of the campus across 29th Ave near the Bus stop. Thestreets intersecting 29th Ave where this is the case are 147th ,148th and 150th streets plus all connectedavenues to these streets. 150thstreet is on the Southern edge of Mount Vista.
1992 WSUV MASTER PLAN
SNIPPETS OF INFO
Page 2:
Page 5
Page 38 – Orchard never happened – here is the start of the page:
Page 60
Page 80 & 81 – they never attempted the screening this implies
Page 86 – no residence halls planned
From: Mary Ann ShafferTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: WSUDate: Tuesday, February 19, 2019 3:43:03 PM
We have many concerns about WSU being allowed to bring in dormitory residence halls to the existingcampus. We purchase our home in Salmon Creek two and a half years ago. Part of our research intopurchasing housing in this area involved researching the master plan for WSU . It indicated this was anon residential housing college. Now, the current proposal changes the info that was available to us just two years ago. I haveconcerns regarding how this will impact the resale value of my home .Also the fact that this changecould impact the numbers of rentals in my immediate community and the parking also might beimpacted. Increased noise and crime may increase . The quality of our neighborhood would be at riskfor going downhill. We are concerned that our neighborhood would morph into something other thanfamily housing.We live at 2605 NE 158th St We are retired and chose this area for the serenity and the beauty . We donot want dorms at WSU Prior to moving here, I lived in Bellingham directly under WWU. I know what itis like living near a dormitory residential hall and do not want to repeat the experience.Please consider the residents of Salmon Creek area, specifically Mt Vista as important to this plan.Please do not change to allow dorms. Please stick with the plan as put forth to us when we looked intothe area. Please be honest with us and do not betray the folks who pay for the right to live in aneighborhood Thank you We would have attended the meeting but will be out of town Mary Ann and James Shaffer
From: Mike BomarTo: Wiser, SonjaCc: Max Ault ([email protected]); Julianna Marler; Ryan Hart; Abbi RussellSubject: Comments Re: University District use table (40.230.050-1)Date: Wednesday, February 20, 2019 10:21:46 AMAttachments: image001.png
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Hi Sonja, Please see below the Port of Vancouver USA’s comments supporting the amendment of UniversityDistrict use table (40.230.050-1) to include student house as an outright permitted use on campus. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, comments or concerns. Thank you for theopportunity to comment. Best, Mike BomarDirector of Economic Development3103 NW Lower River Road, Vancouver, WA 98660(C) 360.839.3577; (Internal) [email protected] | www.portvanusa.com | available port properties Leadership | Stewardship | Partnership
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From: mike Sent: Monday, January 07, 2019 12:47 PM To: Lebowsky, Laurie Subject: WSU district code update
Laurie,
Thank you for listening to my concerns regarding the CPZ2019-000026 update and your suggestions.
I live off of 29th Ave, one block from WSU in a development called Avalon Meadows. Due to our close proximity to the campus, we're experiencing an increasing number of students parking in Mt. Vista neighborhoods- particularly in 2018. This impacts residents as it takes away guest parking. It also makes for a hazardous situation trying to egress in and out of Avalon Meadows. Students park right up to the corner causing cars to make wide turns from 29th onto 144th (see attachment). This, by the way, happens up and down 144th and now spreading to 31st Ave. Many of us are frustrated. One of my neighbors driveway was recently blocked and she couldn't get into her garage. In addition to our problem, there is a county park on 29th, directly across from the campus and unfortunately access is unavailable when classes are in session. Student parking blocks anyone else from using the facility. We first approached the University but it was a polite, sorry there is nothing we can do. Local sheriff said the same thing. I'm currently working with Public Works, Ejah Khan, but so far we've not resolved the situation.
I completely understand the issues above are not in your domain since you're involved with the proposed dormitories to be built on campus- however, those issues do provide an all important context. Our concern, with regards to the project, is adequate parking ON CAMPUS if dorms are built. In addition, parking should be free to dorm residents. Our reasoning is, should WSU charge fees, it will only push more students to park in the surrounding neighborhoods- possibly long-term, as it would be easy walking distance to the campus and only exacerbate our problem. My understanding is WSU's parking fee structure is pretty hefty and when half of the students are on Pell grants, you can understand they're trying to save money. WSU must assume responsibility to address the impact they create to the surrounding community. They have the land to do so and as such, adequate parking and free parking should be part of the overall development plan.
Hopefully there can be an amicable solution that serves the needs of WSU students and limit the impact on our neighborhoods and county park.
Respectfully,
Michael Keirstead- 14308 NE 31st Ave in Avalon Meadows
PS: I've attached a photo of one area at the entrance to our development so that you can visualize what our situation is.
From: Patrick DooleyTo: Wiser, SonjaSubject: Please Approve WSU PlanDate: Tuesday, February 12, 2019 5:33:47 PMAttachments: image001.png
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Sonya, I am actively involved with WSU as a member of the Board of Advisors for Washington StateUniversity’s Carson College of Business and fully support the plan to include student housing oncampus. Please contact me below with any questions. Regards, Patrick Patrick Dooley – Chief Operating OfficerMilestone Retirement Communities, LLC West: 201 NE Park Plaza Drive, Suite 105, Vancouver, Washington 98684East: 6300 Blair Hill Lane, Baltimore, Maryland 21209 mobile: 253.651.2620 | office: 360.882.4500 | fax: 360.882.4501 | [email protected]
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February 14, 2019 Sonja Wiser, Program Assistant Clark County Planning Commission P.O. Box 9810 Vancouver, WA 98666-9810 Via email [email protected] Re: Washington State University Vancouver – University District Use Table Dear Clark County Planning Commission: As the local workforce development board, Workforce Southwest Washington (WSW) contributes to regional economic growth by investing in programs and resources that improve the skills and education of the workforce in Clark, Cowlitz and Wahkiakum counties. Through WSW-funded programs, businesses attract, hire, train and retain the employees they need. WSU Vancouver is a strong partner in educating and preparing individuals for the workplace. We value their collaboration and support continued investment in the campus. Student housing at WSU Vancouver will provide an affordable and stable place for students to live, drawing new potential workers to the area, helping to produce a skilled workforce and contributing to continued regional economic growth and competitiveness. Attracting new talent to the area is key to ensuring a robust pool of qualified candidates exists to meet the region’s workforce needs. Student housing will strengthen WSU Vancouver’s ability to increase its impact in Clark County and the region. We fully support WSU Vancouver’s proposal to amend the University District use table (40.230.050-1) to include student housing as a permitted use on the WSU Vancouver campus. Sincerely,
Kevin Perkey Chief Executive Officer [email protected]
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