In 2002 Metro Ordinance 02-986A added 33 acres north of Tualatin Sherwood Road to the regional urban growth boundary (UGB). The primary purpose indicated in the Metro decision was to allow for development of a road connection (Adams Avenue). Before a road can be constructed, however, the area that was brought into the UGB must be concept planned (identify what the zoning should be and generally how the area should develop) and the road designed.

The City has contracted with HHPR to assist in the concept planning and road design for this project with the goal of having a concept plan completed by June 2009 and road design shortly thereafter. The ultimate goal is to begin construction of the road by Spring 2010.

The City's 2005 Transportation System Plan (TSP) identifies a new collector street through portions of land identified in the Metro Ordinance. The TSP identifies this project as “Adams Avenue, Tualatin-Sherwood Road to Home Depot” (Table 8-11, City Street Projects, ID 2). This portion of Adams Avenue will complete a direct connection between 99W and Old Town, an area where significant urban renewal investment has occurred and is planned.