Civil Municipal - Feb 2024

new 3 million-gallon reservoir.Additionally, there are ongoing efforts to upgrade water meters, improve the wastewater treatment plant, and establish a new wastewater pump station, including the addition of a new Class A biosolids dryer. Infrastructure development extends to approximately 1.5 miles of water distribution, involving pipeline replacement and design. Rains notes that the city is committed to annual road maintenance projects, incorporating the addition of sidewalks, particularly in infill projects, to enhance walkability. Scappoose is also focusing on park improvements and the construction of new parks, with recent completions and one that is currently being designed, which is dependent on the availability of funding. A VIBRANT DOWNTOWN AND AN ENGAGED COMMUNITY RECENT The city is working on plans to enhance downtown Scappoose, attracting businesses and visitors. An Urban Renewal District has been established, and funding options are being considered for façade improvements and other initiatives to improve the 34 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 02