Monmouth, OR

7 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 3, ISSUE 10 future water system by ensuring the health of our well field.” The stormwater master plan helps protect both public and private assets by managing drainage. Part of those plans for the future consist of public transit, bike and pedestrian traffic. One of Monmouth’s features is Highway 99W, which runs right through the city, but it’s not just used by vehicles. Monmouth completed a bike and pedestrian study to ensure all modes of transportation can safely travel on the major thoroughfare. Wine clarifies, “The plan defines future projects for our transportation network.” The region’s largest industry is agricultural, so Monmouth is privy to some of the best local produce and dining opportunities in the area with many local producers, restaurants, and shops located in the historic downtown. The downtown is undergoing a revitalization and most of the storefronts have been completely and Economic Development Director, explains, “We are fortunate to have a mix of housing units available, as we know there are housing shortages, so it’s great to see that development continue.” Koontz says all these developments speak to the dedication of residents, noting, “One really important thing about all those developers is that most of them are very local. Either they are literally here in town, or in the mid-Willamette Valley. We’re getting folks developing here who have a long history of investment in our community. We’re not just seeing people drop in and develop and leave, so that’s pretty exciting.” Monmouth is also well on the way to ensuring its infrastructure can sustain an increased population for years to come. They’ve recently upgraded water and wastewater master plans. Wine explains, “We need to be ready for anything. We’re making investments in our How People Live Matters Partnerships in Community Living, Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded in 1986 with the mission to Expand the Horizons and Enhance the Quality of Life for the People we Support where they work, play and live. In eight Oregon Counties, PCL helps people living with Intellectual/Developmental disabilities be safe, happy, healthy, and intentional members of the communities they live in. To learn more, please visit our website: www.pclpartnership.org