< PreviousCASCADE LOOP SCENIC BYWAY 5. Action Plan 170 Region 4 | Wenatchee/Columbia River Valley W/CRV 1 Develop gateway/signage/kiosks related to Cascade Loop Scenic Byway at US Highway 2/97A-Wenatchee toward Chelan; and via Sleepy Hollow/ Sunnyslope. Provide scenic overlook and cultural history interpretation related to local area. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near Term: (define project as part of system of kiosks) Mid-Term: seek funding and implement Estimated Cost: Medium Local partners and interests with support from Cascade Loop Foundation W/CRV 2 Identify other potential locations for Cascade Loop Scenic Byway wayside stops with kiosk(s) in Region 4 and provide interpretation related to local history and natural resources. Consider other programs and methods to enhance the sense of gateway to the Cascade Loop in this region. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: Very Low (staff coordination and then building actions into local marketing/ promotional efforts) Local interests and partners working with the Cascade Loop Foundation W/CRV 3 Work with WSDOT to provide enhanced signing to better guide travelers coming in on US Highway 2, circling to Odabashian bridge, and guiding them on the Cascade Loop Scenic Byway. Update Notes: 80 byway markers, wayfinding and 4 gateway signs designed and installed Near TermEstimated Cost: Low Cascade Loop Foundation and local partners/ interests working with WSDOT W/CRV 4 Continue to promote and support agritourism and culinary opportunities including fruit stands, wineries, local foods, etc. related to this region. OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners in support and promotional role W/CRV 5 Continue to promote water activities and paddling opportunities as part of the “Greater Columbia Water Trail.” OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners in promotional role W/CRV 6 Strengthen Wenatchee’s identity as a ski town and promote winter experiences. OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners in promotional role W/CRV 7 Support north-end beautification and traffic congestion efforts in Wenatchee (partner with Wenatchee Valley Transportation Council). OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Foundation and local partners in support role W/CRV 8 Help promote Wenatchee as a hub for outdoor recreation—water sports, hiking and biking in warm months—skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing in Winter months (partnering with Chelan-Douglas Land Trust, Wenatchee Paddle Club, Mission Ridge). OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners in promotional role 5. Action Plan CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PLAN 171 W/CRV 9 Help promote Wenatchee's historic downtown and agricultural heritage (partner with Wenatchee Downtown Association, Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center, Wenatchee Chamber of Commerce). OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners in support and promotional role W/CRV 10 Provide education/outreach to expand awareness of public transportation in the region (partnering with Link Transit). OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Foundation working with Link Transit and local partners W/CRV 11 Support renovation of Entiat Park, a camping park on Lake Entiat: double the size of the boat launch, re-align the RV spaces and road, replace aging restrooms, and install a waterfront trail that will run the full length of the park, cross under the 97A bridge, and connect to a trail on the Entiat River at the future site of the Entiaqua Outdoor Learning Center. The park will be completely renovated as part of the relicensing agreement with FERC. Near Term (Fall 2013) Already FundedChelan County PUD; with support from City of Entiat; Cascade Loop Foundation in support and promotional role W/CRV 12 Support City of Entiat waterfront redevelopment: a trail that will connect to the PUD trail, a trailhead with restroom and parking area, a touch point for water access, and a new access road from Hwy 97A. All amenities at both sites will be ADA compliant. Total trail will be approximately 6 miles between the two projects. Include an electric vehicle charging station at this trailhead in the future, Trailhead would be a good location for interpretation about natural and cultural history and for a Cascade Loop information/interpretive kiosk. Near Term (Note: Bid opened in May 2013; construction began summer 2013); request is for ongoing promotion and improvements such as EV charging station Most improvements are already funded. Need additional funding for EV charging station, kiosk, and interpretation City of Entiat with funding from RCO, Port of Chelan County, City of Entiat, CDBG, Department of Commerce, and a local donation; Cascade Loop Foundation in support and promotional role Goals and Benefits As previously described, implementation of specific action items will achieve plan goals and result in benefits under the categories of: 1. Enhancing Visitor Experience 2. Strengthening the Brand Identity and Character of the Cascade Loop Scenic Byway 3. Expanding Multi-Modal Transportation Options and Encouraging Green Travel 4. Preserving and Protecting Important Resources and Intrinsic Qualities 5. Improving Community Livability and Economic Vitality Many of the action items support multiple of these categories, and in some cases all of them, as identified in the Action Plan Summary Table.CASCADE LOOP SCENIC BYWAY 5. Action Plan 172 W/CRV 13 Support the Entiat community’s development of 65-slip full service public marina in Entiat adjacent to the City’s trailhead site, and will include a fueling station and a pump-out station. Possible location for EV charging station and interpretive displays about the Columbia River. Mid-Term (Note: In design and permitting stage) Construction Funding Needed Estimated Cost: High City of Entiat with funding from RCO, City, and Port of Chelan County; Cascade Loop Foundation in support and promotional role W/CRV 14 Support community’s development of new city hall and library in Entiat (could be a location for EV charging station and/or Cascade Loop Scenic Byway kiosk) — continue to explore options. Long TermEstimated Cost: High City of Entiat; Cascade Loop Foundation in support/ promotional role W/CRV 15 Work with WSDOT to implement continuous bike lanes, side bike tours, and/or separated shared use paths (paralleling the route) throughout this region of the Cascade Loop Scenic Byway. The first step of this action could be a non-motorized transportation analysis/study for the Cascade Loop to identify gaps in existing bicycling facilities. Near Term: Non-motorized transportation analysis/study Mid-Term: seek funding Long Term: implementation Estimated Cost: Low to Medium for analysis/study High (for bike lane improvements) Cascade Loop Foundation, local communities and partners working with WSDOT Goals and Benefits As previously described, implementation of specific action items will achieve plan goals and result in benefits under the categories of: 1. Enhancing Visitor Experience 2. Strengthening the Brand Identity and Character of the Cascade Loop Scenic Byway 3. Expanding Multi-Modal Transportation Options and Encouraging Green Travel 4. Preserving and Protecting Important Resources and Intrinsic Qualities 5. Improving Community Livability and Economic Vitality Many of the action items support multiple of these categories, and in some cases all of them, as identified in the Action Plan Summary Table.5. Action Plan CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PLAN 173 Region 5 | Lake Chelan Valley LCV 1 Identify locations for Cascade Loop Scenic Byway wayside stops with kiosk(s) in Region 5 and provide interpretation related to local history and natural resources, Consider other programs and methods to enhance the sense of gateway to the Cascade Loop in Region 5 communities. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: Very Low (staff coordination and then building actions into local marketing/ promotional efforts) Local communities and tourism partners working with the Cascade Loop Foundation LCV 2 Develop walk/ride access around the south end of Lake Chelan (Manson to Chelan to South Shore). Could possibly split into three sections and implement in phases; connect all areas of the lakeside trail from Manson to city of Chelan. Near Term and Ongoing Estimated Cost: Medium to High Depending on Amenities Provided Local interests and partners with support from Cascade Loop Foundation LCV 3 Develop and promote Manson Scenic Loop; 3-4 overlays, 5-mile route, 10-mile route; signage and publishing needed. Match these overlays and wayfinding signage around the whole north and south shores (see action LCV 4). Near TermEstimated Cost: High Local interests and partners with support from Cascade Loop Foundation LCV 4 Develop wayfinding signage for all parks on the north shore, south shore, and Chelan Falls and create wayfinding signs for Beebe Reserve in Chelan Falls area. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: High Local interests and partners with support from Cascade Loop Foundation LCV 5 Develop Manson Lookout pocket park on Chapman Road and Chelan Butte.Near TermEstimated Cost: High Local interests and partners LCV 6 Develop Manson welcome center kiosk and view point. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Mid-Term to Long Term Estimated Cost: High Local interests and partners with support from the Cascade Loop Foundation LCV 7 Install gateway/signage/kiosks on US 97 and 97A; north and south including the approach to Lake Chelan from Wenatchee and the approach from Spokane. Provide information and interpretive kiosks and enhanced sense of entrance to region. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near Term: define specific locations and project details Mid-Term: seek funding and implement Estimated Cost: Very low for initial, near-term work; high for implementation assuming four locations Local interests and partners with support from the Cascade Loop Foundation and involving close coordination with WSDOT CASCADE LOOP SCENIC BYWAY 5. Action Plan 174 LCV 8 Expand Manson Bay Park (on waterfront).Near TermEstimated Cost: High Local interests and partners; Cascade Loop Foundation in support role LCV 9 Rebuild Sullivan pocket park.Near Term (Note: have design, need contractor to rebuild 2009 project) Local interests and partners LCV 10 Create or integrate mapping of camping locations into Cascade Loop guide (including locations of RV parks). Update Notes: Camping has been integrated into the guide via written copy due to space limitations. Campgrounds have been added to digital mapping on cascadeloop.com. Near TermEstimated Cost: Very Low Cascade Loop Association, working with local interests LCV 11 Install Manson community entry signage (Welcome to Manson) at Madeline Road and waterfront with enhanced pull-off/wayside parking area. Better signage is also needed at Manson Bay Park, Singleton Park, Don Morse Park, and marina/waterfronts. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: Medium Local interests and partners with Cascade Loop Association in support role LCV 12 Enhance wayfinding signage to reinforce the Chelan to Manson Village “side trip.” Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: Medium Local interests and partners with Cascade Loop Foundation in a support role LCV 13 Enhance wayfinding signage in the downtown areas of Chelan and Manson. Update Notes: 80 byway markers, wayfinding and 4 gateway signs designed and installed Near TermEstimated Cost: Medium Local interests and partners with Cascade Loop Foundation in a support role LCV 14 Continue to promote and support agritourism and culinary opportunities related to this region; fruit stands, wineries, local foods, and farm-to-table experiences. OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners in promotional role LCV 15 Continue to promote water activities and paddling opportunities as part of the “Greater Columbia Water Trail” and Lake Chelan; consider possibility of creating interpretive water trail (on paddleboards). Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Foundation and local partners in promotional role 5. Action Plan CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PLAN 175 LCV 16 Continue to promote the unique experience of Lake Chelan and visiting Stehekin, part of the North Cascades National Park Complex. OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners in promotional role LCV 17 Continue to promote Chelan's historic downtown and wine AVA OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association in promotional role and in partnership with Historic Downtown Chelan and Lake Chelan Wine Valley LCV 18 Create wine trail and historical interpretive tour around Lake Chelan’s north and south shore with points of historical interest for tree fruit and wine. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: Medium Local Interests with Cascade Loop Foundation in support role LCV 19 Turn the “Discover Lake Chelan Historical Points” along the lake into actual signage. Consider potential of tying in to web-based information with QR codes at sign locations. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: Medium to High Local Interests with Cascade Loop Foundation in support role LCV 20 Revitalize and create “legend” signs at viewpoints around Lake Chelan. Update: Completed Near TermEstimated Cost: Low Local interests with Cascade Loop Association in support role Goals and Benefits As previously described, implementation of specific action items will achieve plan goals and result in benefits under the categories of: 1. Enhancing Visitor Experience 2. Strengthening the Brand Identity and Character of the Cascade Loop Scenic Byway 3. Expanding Multi-Modal Transportation Options and Encouraging Green Travel 4. Preserving and Protecting Important Resources and Intrinsic Qualities 5. Improving Community Livability and Economic Vitality Many of the action items support multiple of these categories, and in some cases all of them, as identified in the Action Plan Summary Table.CASCADE LOOP SCENIC BYWAY 5. Action Plan 176 LCV 21 Develop interpretive/information kiosks at public access points such as potentially the Lady of the Lake, Manson Bay Park, visitor centers, etc. Tie in to Cascade Loop Scenic Byway branding. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near Term: define specific locations and project details Estimated Cost: Very low for initial, near-term work; high for implementation assuming several locations Local interests and partners with support from the Cascade Loop Foundation and involving close coordination with WSDOT LCV 22 Identify tribal lands and denote them with wayfinding and maps. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: Low to Medium Cascade Loop Foundation and local interests working with tribal representatives LCV 23 Promote additional region-specific cultural heritage points of interest on maps in the Cascade Loop guide. Near TermEstimated Cost: Low Cascade Loop Association and local interests working with tribal representatives LCV 24 Work with fruit growers to create community center, apple or tree fruit history center in Downtown Manson Shed. Long TermEstimated Cost: High Local interests/ partners with Cascade Loop Association in support role LCV 25 Extend trail systems in area, including: East Chelan—Union Valley, Chelan Butte at Elephant Head and beyond, and Chelan River Gorge to Beebe Springs Complex. Near Term and Ongoing Estimated Cost: High (costs vary per project) City of Chelan, Chelan County, Chelan PUD, Department of Natural Resources, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, with Cascade Loop Foundation in support role Goals and Benefits As previously described, implementation of specific action items will achieve plan goals and result in benefits under the categories of: 1. Enhancing Visitor Experience 2. Strengthening the Brand Identity and Character of the Cascade Loop Scenic Byway 3. Expanding Multi-Modal Transportation Options and Encouraging Green Travel 4. Preserving and Protecting Important Resources and Intrinsic Qualities 5. Improving Community Livability and Economic Vitality Many of the action items support multiple of these categories, and in some cases all of them, as identified in the Action Plan Summary Table.5. Action Plan CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PLAN 177 LCV 26 Enhance Lady of the Lake Wheelhouse and kiosks in Riverwalk Park. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: Medium to High (to be determined) City of Chelan, Chelan PUD, Chelan Valley Cultural Organizations, with Cascade Loop Foundation in support role LCV 27 Encourage use of Chelan County and Forest Service backroads for ATVs.Near TermEstimated Cost: Very Low Manson Community Council, Chelan County, Forest Service with Cascade Loop Foundation in support role LCV 28 Develop Beebe bicycle and pedestrian cable suspension bridge over the Columbia River. Long TermEstimated Cost: High (very high) City of Chelan, Chelan County, Chelan Chamber of Commerce, Chelan PUD, WSDOT, with Cascade Loop Foundation in support role LCV 29 Encourage and promote high quality musical events and entertainment in the area. Near Term and Ongoing Estimated Cost: Very Low (for promotional activities) Chamber of Commerce, local partners, with Cascade Loop Association in support and promotional role LCV 30 Encourage and promote classic automotive tourism events and cruises.Near Term and Ongoing Estimated Cost: Very Low (for promotional activities) Chamber of Commerce, local partners, with Cascade Loop Association in support and promotional role LCV 31 Work with WSDOT to implement continuous bike lanes, side bike tours, and/or separated shared use paths (paralleling the route) throughout this region of the Cascade Loop Scenic Byway. The first step of this action could be a non-motorized transportation analysis/study for the Cascade Loop to identify gaps in existing bicycling facilities. Near Term: Non-motorized transportation analysis/study Mid-Term: seek funding Estimated Cost: Low to Medium for analysis/study High (for bike lane improvements) Cascade Loop Foundation , local communities and partners working with WSDOT CASCADE LOOP SCENIC BYWAY 5. Action Plan 178 Region 6 | The Methow Valley TM 1 Work with WSDOT to provide enhanced signing for directions to towns/ entrances to towns, particularly Twisp (Main Street). Also add “Share the Road” signs in this region. Update Notes: 80 byway markers, wayfinding and 4 gateway signs designed and installed. Additional road sharing signs may still be needed. Near TermEstimated Cost: Low to Medium Local interests and partners working with WSDOT; Cascade Loop Foundation in support role TM 2 Evaluate and select locations to install Cascade Loop Scenic Byway interpretive/information kiosk(s) in this region (potential locations to be determined). Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near TermEstimated Cost: Very Low to evaluate and confirm locations; Medium to High for design and installation depending on number installed Local partners and interests working with the Cascade Loop Foundation TM 3 Continue to promote and support agritourism and culinary opportunities related to this region; fruit stands, wineries, local/hand-crafted foods and beverages, and farm-to-table experiences. OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners TM 4 Continue to integrate stewardship messages into visitor promotional and educational materials. OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners TM 5 Continue to promote the Methow Valley as an arts and culture tourism destination. OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners TM 6 Continue to promote the Methow Valley as an active lifestyle destination; emphasize that the valley is the eastern gateway to the North Cascades; provide links to outdoor recreation information in guide. OngoingStaff/volunteer timeCascade Loop Association and local partners TM 7 Work with WSDOT to address roadway surfacing and noise issues (chipseal causes issues for cyclists/bicyclists). Near TermEstimated Cost: High (to address surfacing/ noise issues) Local interests and partners working with WSDOT; Cascade Loop Foundation in support role TM 8 Support Twisp riverfront trail development.Near TermEstimated Cost: High City of Twisp and local partners; Cascade Loop Foundation in support role 5. Action Plan CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT PLAN 179 TM 9 Work with partner organizations to improve promotional materials; seek better outdoor recreation images, etc. Update Notes: Developed Image Download Center for stakeholder use to assist in promoting all regions throughout the byway with high-resolution imagery. Near Term and Ongoing Estimated Cost: Low Cascade Loop Association and local partners TM 10 Explore the potential of installing an emergency roadside phone (satellite based?) on the east side of the pass to report accidents. This area is remote and communications may not be possible in the near term; but over time, technology may improve, OngoingEstimated Cost: Medium to High Local interests and partners working with WSDOT and US Forest Service; Cascade Loop Foundation in support role TM 11 Enhance signing to provide information and orientation to visitors entering the most highly used hiking areas of the national forest and national park lands, including those up the Twisp River valley. The signing needs to match national park/national forest styles and quality. Update Notes: This project to be tied to an overall Interpretive Plan that will be developed after a Cascade Loop Viewshed Analysis has been conducted. Near Term: Coordinate with partners Mid-Term: Seek funding and implement Estimated Cost: Medium Local interests and partners, Twisp Visitor Information Center, US Forest Service, National Park Service; Cascade Loop Foundation in support role TM 12 Work with WSDOT to implement continuous bike lanes, side bike tours, and/or separated shared use paths (paralleling the route) throughout this region of the Cascade Loop Scenic Highway. The first step of this action could be a non-motorized transportation analysis/study for the Cascade Loop to identify missing gaps in bicycling facilities. Near Term: Non-motorized transportation analysis/study Mid-Term: Seek funding Long Term: implementation Estimated Cost: Low to Medium for analysis/study High (for bike lane improvements) Cascade Loop Foundation, local communities and partners working with WSDOT Goals and Benefits As previously described, implementation of specific action items will achieve plan goals and result in benefits under the categories of: 1. Enhancing Visitor Experience 2. Strengthening the Brand Identity and Character of the Cascade Loop Scenic Byway 3. Expanding Multi-Modal Transportation Options and Encouraging Green Travel 4. Preserving and Protecting Important Resources and Intrinsic Qualities 5. Improving Community Livability and Economic Vitality Many of the action items support multiple of these categories, and in some cases all of them, as identified in the Action Plan Summary Table.Next >