Development News for Gladstone, Oregon

Gladstone City Council Reviews Downtown Revitalization Plan and Parking Options

The Gladstone City Council held a work session to discuss updates to the Gladstone downtown revitalization plan, focusing on parking options along Portland Avenue between Exitor Street and Clackamus Boulevard. Staff presented four conceptual plans that address changes in streetscape design, ADA accessibility requirements, and potential impacts on parking. The plans consider angled parking, parallel parking, and combinations thereof, while also factoring in updated federal guidelines for accessible parking and state laws regarding setbacks from crosswalks. The elimination of the center lane on Portland Avenue was discussed in relation to traffic flow and the potential for dedicated bike lanes. Several options were presented to the council for their input, with a focus on balancing business needs for parking with community desires for improved streetscapes and pedestrian access. Further community outreach and business surveys are planned.