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Why do we need to update the Washington Park Master Plan?

The existing Master Plan was done in 1981. Portland’s population has increased 50% and the entire Metro region has grown since then.Today:

The park must deliver more services and amenities to more people.

It is harder for visitors to enjoy the park due to increased congestion and confusion.

Many visitors find it challenging to define the park's character and define its boundaries.

What will the Master Plan do?

The purpose of this Master Plan Update is to maintain and enhance the visitor experience through design, improvements to infrastructure and the addition of needed amenities, and assure its long-term vitality. The Master Plan Update will create a set of clear guidelines by which future decisions about the environmental, cultural, economic and social aspects of the park are made in the best interest of current and future generations. It will make recommendations that both build upon and strengthen Washington Park’s legacy, beauty and assets, and address the conflicts and challenges that exist today.

The Master Plan update has been guided by a project vision and goals.

What won't the Master Plan do?

Make decisions that direct the internal function or operation of the cultural institutions and gardens within Washington Park.

Include detailed designs for any of the proposed changes.

The Washington Park Master Plan Process...