The property is within the Urban Growth Boundary. Upon annexation, the property will be zoned Residential Agriculture. Rezoning will then be requested to allow for development of an Assisted Living Community to provide housing and care for about 70 elderly residents.

This project will greatly increase the tax value of the property, which in turn will benefit the city and school district, while having very minimal growth impact on schools, transportation systems and parks.

There is a demonstrated need for quality housing and care for frail and incapacitated elderly persons in our community, including those with limited financial resources. This project will meet that need in the West Salem community, and will be an attractive and well-maintained facility to complement the neighborhood. It will be developed and operated by experienced, competent local people who have successfully operated similar facilities in Oregon for nine years.

(This information provided by J. Wallace Gutzler)