Troutdale’s Urban Renewal Agency was established on January 24, 2006 with the creation of Troutdale's first and only urban renewal district. The City adopted the Troutdale Riverfront Renewal Plan to eliminate blight and foster development and redevelopment in the Plan Area. The City also established the Troutdale Urban Renewal Agency to implement and manage that plan. The site is currently known as The Confluence at Troutdale.
The Agency is a distinct legal entity that is separate from the municipality of the City of Troutdale. The City Council serves as the Urban Renewal Agency Board of Directors and the City Manager serves as the Executive Director of the Urban Renewal Agency.
The goals and objectives of the Troutdale Riverfront Renewal Plan are to:
- Promote the Redevelopment of the Area for a Mix of Retail, Office, Residential and Public Uses.
- Provide a Greater Level of Goods and Services for Troutdale.
- Increase the Awareness of the Development Community of the Opportunities Within the Area.
- Create Employment Opportunities for Troutdale Residents.
- Improve Transportation Linkages.
- Improve Access to and Enjoyment of the Sandy Riverfront.
- Provide Public Spaces for Events and Other Uses by Troutdale Residents, Patrons of Area Businesses and Tenants and Residents Within the Area.
- Preserve and Enhance Troutdale’s Natural, Cultural and Historic Resources.
