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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCH12-ImplementationPLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-1 Chapter 12 - Implementation Implementation The Comprehensive Plan is a valuable tool to guide the development and redevelopment of land, and inform capital investments. It is also a tool that helps set the stage for future policy decisions. The purpose of the Implementation Plan is to identify the specific tools, strategies and action items needed to carry out the goals and objectives called out in the plan. Most chapters of the Comprehensive Plan contain implementation items. These items have been collectively gathered and summarized throughout this chapter. More importantly, this chapter identifies some of the community’s aspirations for the future. These aspirations are important to recognize as they provide a foundation for the Plan’s implementation strategies and action items. Implementation Tools The Comprehensive Plan will be implemented in a number of ways. On a daily basis, the document is used by City staff to help frame recommendations to the City Council, as well as Stillwater’s other boards and advisory commissions. It is used by residents and developers to understand the City’s intentions for the use of land, the provision of housing, infrastructure needs, and planned park and open space improvements. The following provides a narrative on some of the City’s implementation tools. Chapter 12 Contents Implementation ....................12-1 Implementation Tools ...............12-1 Putting the Plan into Action ..........12-3 12-2 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Official Controls Official controls, such as zoning regulations, subdivision regulations, and the zoning map are required by the Metropolitan Land Planning Act to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. These controls represent the rules and regulations that govern city decisions related to growth and development. Updates to the official controls will include the following items: • Amend the official zoning map to be consistent with the land use designations of the 2040 Future Land Use Map. Anticipated changes include the introduction of mixed- use development along the Highway 36 corridor and areas reguided for higher residential densities. The City’s Zoning Code can be viewed through the City’s website. Figure 12.1 depicts the City’s Zoning Districts. Table 12.1 summarizes the densities for Stillwater’s residential zoning districts. • Review, update and develop if necessary the existing residential zoning district requirements and subdivision regulations to ensure that the densities envisioned in the Plan can be achieved. • Review and update design standards if needed to ensure high quality (e.g., building materials and architectural aesthetics) residential, commercial and industrial development occurs in the community. • Review and update the zoning and subdivision ordinances to encourage affordable housing developments by providing incentives for developers and property owners (e.g., density bonuses, reduction in permitting fees, or flexibility/ reduction in park dedication requirements). • Review and update as necessary the park and trail dedication requirements for new development to ensure the appropriate amount of dedication or fee-in-lieu for developing parks and trails. Other Policy Plans The Comprehensive Plan also refers to other policy documents that the City uses to manage and construct municipal systems including transportation studies, the Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Plan, the Comprehensive Water Supply and Distribution Plan, the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program, the Local Surface Water Management Plan and the Trails Master Plan. These documents are the specific ongoing implementation tools for achieving their respective portions of this Comprehensive Plan. Capital Improvement Plan State law requires that the Implementation Plan chapter for the Comprehensive Plan contain a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for transportation, sewer, water, park and trail facilities. The CIP is a five year program that identifies budgeting priorities for all capital projects (see Appendix . Coordination & Collaboration The ideas represented in the Comprehensive Plan include a number of strategies that will require coordinated efforts by many different public, private, and non-profit entities. As an adopted policy plan, the Comprehensive Plan can help solidify the Zoning District Residential Zoning District Maximums Permitted Agriclture Preservation 1 unit/10 acre Lakeshore Residential (LR)2.2 units/acre Cove Traditional Residential (CTR)3.1 units/acre One-family (RA)4.4 units/acre Traditional Residential (TR)4.4 units/acre Cove Cottage Residential (CCR)4.4 – 6.2 units/acre Two-family (RB)5.9 – 8.7 units/acres Cottage Residential (CR)7.3 – 9.7 units/acre Townhouse Residential (TH)8.7 units/acre Cove Townhouse Residential District (CTHR)14.5 units/acre Low Density Multiple-Family Residential (RCL)6.2 units/acre Medium Density Multiple-Family Residential (RCM)15.6 units/acre High Density Multiple-Family Residential (RCH)29.0 units/acre Table 12.1 Residential Zoning District PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-3 support, commitment, and collaboration needed to mobilize the community. The Comprehensive Plan should be referenced, celebrated and promoted both within the community and the region. Implementing the Plan will require coordination with many municipalities, counties, agencies and organizations. Stillwater is located within Washington County and also: • Adjacent to three municipalities and one township (Oak Park Heights, Lake Elmo, Grant and Stillwater Township). • Lies within Independent School District 834 (Stillwater Area School District). • Numerous private/charter schools. • Divided amongst three watershed districts (Brown’s Creek Watershed District, the Middle St. Croix Watershed Management Organization, and Carnelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District). • Served by Trunk Highways 36, 95 and 96 (State Department of Transportation), as well as numerous county roads (Washington County) • Borders on the St. Croix River, a National and Scenic River (Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and National Park Service). • Served by state and county parks (e.g., St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area) and trails (e.g., Browns Creek Trail), in addition to privately owned recreational amenities (e.g., Oak Glen Golf Course and Stillwater Country Club), Continued coordination with these entities is integral to ensuring successful implementation of this Plan. Public Education and Outreach The entire Stillwater community will be affected by the Comprehensive Plan and the public’s involvement in supporting and helping achieve the Plan’s vision and goals is critical. Public involvement began with an extensive visioning and goal identification process. That involvement will be encouraged to continue through education and outreach tools such as the city’s website www. ci.stillwater.mn.us, the city newsletter, publications, public hearings, community or neighborhood meetings, and special advisory panels. Other opportunities include partnerships with local schools to bring awareness to students about the City’s aspirations to be a resilient and sustainable community. Putting the Plan into Action Most of the chapters contain implementation items to ensure that the goals and objectives established in the Comprehensive Plan are reflected in the decisions of the city. These chapter-specific items vary from implementation strategies and action steps, which are defined below. • Implementation Strategies: The implementation strategies are designed to carry out the Plan’s goals and objectives. They provide general direction, but do not provide specific time frames for implementation. Instead, they help inform future decisions, work plans and actions steps. • Action Steps: Action steps are derived from the implementation strategies and provide “directives” that should occur at specific times. For example, an action step may include the development of a plan, program or capital investment. These action steps are summarized in Table 12.2 and categorized into potential time frames (short-term, mid- term and long-term). The time frames serve as potential targets for implementation. The implementation strategies and action steps for each plan element (e.g., land use, housing, transportation and parks) are summarized throughout this section. Accomplishing each item will take time and resources. Therefore, it is important to recognize the financial commitments, level of effort and resources required to deliver a new program, service or capital investment. The implementation strategies and action steps should serve as a guide for prioritizing next steps in a fiscally responsible manner. The Implementation Plan should also be used to guide annual work plans and capital improvement programs. Figure 12.1: Zoning 12-6 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Existing Implementation Efforts In some respect, many of the implementation strategies are being applied (directly or indirectly) today through existing policies, programs or plans. The implementation strategies recognize these efforts by suggesting regular reviews and updates to existing tools. Some of these tools are listed below for reference purposes and to demonstrate the City’s proactive approach to implementing the Comprehensive Plan’s goals and objectives. Development Regulations The City Codes are used to regulate development and ensure that it adheres to the goals and objectives of the comprehensive plan. These tools are also used to ensure development is built in a manner that mitigates impacts to the natural and built environment, including traffic and adjacent neighborhoods. • City Code Chapter 31 – Zoning Ordinance: * Section 31-201: St. Croix River Overlay districts Subd. 15 (c): cluster developments * Section 31-209: Design Permit (HPC) * Section 31-210: Planned Unit Development Permit * Section 31-317: CBD Zoning Regulations and map * Section 31-509: Sign regulations • City Code Chapter 48: Parks and Recreation • City Code Chapter 51: Traffic Master Plans Master Plans are a common tool Stillwater uses to articulate specific improvements (e.g., roads, utilities or parks) or land use patterns throughout the community. Master Plans are also used to help establish a specific vision for an area that may not be typically addressed in a comprehensive plan. Examples of past master planning efforts include: • Market Potential Analysis for Downtown Stillwater (2016) • North Main Street/Lowell Park Plan Update (2004) • Boutwell South Area Plan (2004) • Aiple Property Concept/Feasibility Study (2016) Design Guidelines In certain areas of the City, design guidelines have been created to maintain the area’s aesthetic character and to preserve natural features. Examples include: • The Neighborhood Conservation District (NCD) includes the older areas of Stillwater and maintains design guidelines for both residential and commercial development. * Conservation District Design Guidelines (2006) * Historic Commercial District (2006) * Downtown Design Review District • West Business Park (1991) Natural Resource Protection PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-7 Housing Tools The City has several tools and policies in place that support a variety of housing types. More importantly, these tools can be used to help support affordable housing options. 1. The City provides for the creation of many different types of housing, which is reflected in the City’s Zoning Ordinance (City Code Section 31-315) by residential district. 2. The City has several Code regulations providing for diverse housing types and affordable housing: a. City Code Chapter 31 – Zoning Ordinance: i. Section 31-210: Planned Unit Development Permit ii. Section 31-501 Accessory dwellings iii. Section 31-502 Duplex accessory dwelling units iv. Section 31-507: Multifamily residential district bonus 3. Livable Communities Act Local Housing Incentives program – Stillwater has elected to participate in this program (as of 2017). Membership in this program makes Stillwater eligible to apply for livable communities’ grants through the Metropolitan Council. 4. The City has adopted a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) policy. In some cases, TIF can be used to help support developments and capital improvement needs that provide a benefit to the community. Natural Resource Protection Tools Stillwater has adopted various regulations to ensure the natural environment is protected and preserved when development occurs. These tools are also used to help create and protract greenway corridors throughout the community. • City Code Chapter 31 – Zoning Ordinance * Section 31-324.1: PROS Park, Recreation, or Open Space district * Section 31-521: Revine and steep slope protection * Section 31-522: Tree and forest protection * Section 31-401 & 402: River and Lake Shorelands * Section 31-400: Floodplains * Section 31-402: Wetlands • City Code Chapter 32 – Subdivision Code * Section 32-1 Subd. 5: Plat and data submittal requirements * Section 32-1 Subd 5 (11); 32-1 Subd. 6 (3) q: street trees and landscaping plan * Section 32-1 Subd. 6 (4) Sidewalk and trail design 12-8 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Heritage Preservation Tools Stillwater takes great pride in its historic location and structures and has created measures to facilitate their protection. For example, the Historic Preservation Commission is mainly responsible for implementing these measures. The following resources are utilized to promote and protect Stillwater’s historical resources: 1. Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)(City Code Section 22-7) 2. Neighborhood Histories 3. Downtown Property Owner Guide 4. Heirloom and Landmark Sites Program: A joint effort between the City and the HPC to acknowledge property owners who have voluntarily preserved or restored their historic home. 5. Walking Tours: Three different walking tours with included audio/video to guide viewers to historic sites throughout the downtown and south hill. 6. HPC Training Program: This program is intended to provide participants with basic preservation-related principles and terminology. The curriculum was developed through a Heritage Partnership Program grant from the Minnesota Historical Society in 2015. 7. Secretary of Interior’s Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties 8. Secretary of Interior’s Standards for Preservation 9. Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Treatment of Historic Properties Economic Development Initiatives The City has several policies and programs in place that promote Stillwater’s economic initiatives. These are used to support existing businesses, while attracting new business and commerce. 1. Downtown Plan 2. Historic Commercial District (2006) 3. Downtown Parking Commission, meet monthly 4. Stillwater Visitor Guide 5. Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce 6. WCCDA Open to Business 7. Stillwater Visitor’s Bureau (Discover Stillwater) PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-9 Park & Trail Programming The City adheres to the plans and policies below to create and maintain parks and trails in the community’s interest. Maps are also used to help articulate the City’s park and trail vision. In turn, these maps help inform the public about the park resources available to them. 1. Stillwater Trails Master Plan (2015) 2. City Code Section 48-51: Park and Trail Dedication Requirements 3. Browns Creek Nature Preserve Trail Map (2014) 4. Step it Out Walking Maps: a series of maps showing popular walking routes around the City in an effort to promote public health and fitness. 5. Park Amenity Inventory: a publicly-available inventory of the amenities available in each Stillwater park. 6. Parks and Recreation Board: (City Code Chapter 48); meet monthly 7. Bridgeview Park Master Plan (2015) 8. Aiple Property Park Planning Concept (2017) Transportation Tools Stillwater uses the following tools in an effort to create and maintain a transportation system that promotes safety and efficiency. 1. Washington County Transit Needs Study (2018) 2. Stillwater Trails Master Plan (2015) 3. Traffic Review Committee (meet quarterly) 4. Pavement Management Program: Completed by the City’s Engineering Department every few years to ascertain which roads need which kind of maintenance. 5. 2013 Pavement Rating Map 6. City Code Chapter 32 – Subdivision Code Water System Management Tools The following resources and regulations help the City maintain its water supply. 1. 2017 Drinking Water Report 2. Water Board (Board of Water Commissioners) 3. The following city codes are used to regulate the water, sewer, and stormwater systems throughout Stillwater: a. City Code Chapter 28: Water Department b. City Code Chapter 29: Sewers c. City Code Chapter 35: Stormwater Drainage 12-10 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Sustainability and Resiliency (Chapter 1) As part of the planning process, the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) worked together to better define what sustainability and resiliency means to the community and how these topics can be best integrated into the Comprehensive Plan. As a result, a ‘Stillwater Sustainability Framework’ was developed to promote strategies and best practices towards becoming a more sustainable and resilient community (see Appendix A). One of the action items included the City’s participation in Minnesota GreenStep Cities. GreenStep Cities is a voluntary challenge, assistance and recognition program to help cities achieve their sustainability and quality-of-life goals. On July 31, 2018 the City Council of Stillwater passed a resolution authorizing the City of Stillwater to participate in the Minnesota GreenStep Cities Program as a first step towards creating an inventory of sustainable practices in the city. The City will need to work towards three to five best practices over the next three years to maintain the GreenStep Cities status. Implementing these best practices have been identified as an action item Sustainability and Resiliency - Implementation Strategies: • Appendix A serves as a guide for identifying the City’s sustainability and resiliency implementation strategies. Land Use (Chapter 2) The Land Use Plan is a prominent chapter in the Stillwater Comprehensive Plan because it sets the stage for development patterns, economic development initiatives and capital investments (e.g., roads and utilities). It also gives people a visual representation of what the city is expected to look like in the future. The text, maps and images contained in the Land Use Plan provide a basis for making decisions on future land use regulations and development. The implementation strategies provide additional guidance and direction for future land use decisions. Previous comprehensive plans have modified land use categories to better define the range of allowable and desired residential and non-residential land uses. As part of this plan, changes were made to the commercial land use categories to better reflect community direction. This resulted in land use changes along the Highway 36 corridor to support mixed-use development. Land Use - Implementation Strategies: 1. Continue to actively monitor and participate, where appropriate, in the development, update and implementation of the comprehensive plans for Washington County and surrounding cities and townships. Community Aspirations The residents of Stillwater are committed to creating a sustainable and resilient community through environmental best practices and the GreenStep Cities program. The City should actively work with its residents and advocacy groups to prioritize action steps that adhere to the voluntary GreenStep Cities program. Best practices and strategies that were identified by the CPAC as a high priority include alternative modes of transportation (e.g., transit), housing for all, climate change action and energy reduction (e.g., green roofs and solar). These topic areas should be used as a starting point for prioritizing next steps in the GreenStep Cities program. Community Aspirations The residents of Stillwater are committed to creating a sustainable and resilient community through environmental best practices and the GreenStep Cities program. The City should actively work with its residents and advocacy groups to prioritize action steps that adhere to the voluntary GreenStep Cities program. Best practices and strategies that were identified by the CPAC as a high priority include alternative modes of transportation (e.g., transit), housing for all, climate change action and energy reduction (e.g., green roofs and solar). These topic areas should be used as a starting point for prioritizing next steps in the GreenStep Cities program. PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-11 2. Evaluate and update the City’s development codes to coordinate parks and trail development, traffic systems, buffering and application of design guidelines. 3. Prepare specific area plans, use the planned unit development process and development guidelines to recognize and preserve existing natural resources and provide for future development. 4. Monitor yearly development and redevelopment impacts to see that what occurs is as anticipated, or determine what changes are needed in the land use plan policy to achieve plan goals. 5. Ensure that design guidelines are in place or updated to promote high quality architecture and site design in all residential, commercial and industrial districts. 6. Encourage use of innovative development concepts where appropriate, such as mixed use development and cluster housing to provide life cycle housing opportunities, minimize the need for and use of the automobile, protect natural resources and maintain open space. 7. If necessary, create design standards or an incentive ordinance to preserve resources, while allowing and supporting development and densities as guided in the Land Use Plan. Natural Resources (Chapter 3) Respecting the natural environment pays us great dividends over the long-term. A healthy urban forest helps shade our community. Wetlands clean our lakes and water resources. Intact open spaces serve as habitat for wildlife populations displaced through development. Preservation of natural resource areas and the integration of development patterns within the natural characteristics of the landscape contribute to a healthy natural environment. The implementation strategies reflect these aspirations. Stillwater is committed to protecting and preserving the natural environment. This commitment has been demonstrated through various initiatives. For example, the City’s buffering requirements have established greenways that protect the City’s water bodies and natural features. The implementation strategies and action steps (see Table 12.2) continue to support additional greenway development. More importantly, the implementation strategies and action items emphasize the preservation and protection of natural resources through the development review process. Natural Resources - Implementation Strategies: 1. Review ownership of ravines and remnant land and obtain control over such lands through fee ownership, open space easement, and utility easement or resource protection regulations. 2. Make sure open space resource areas including sensitive natural resource areas and native plants are identified and protected as part of development design. 3. Require natural resources (e.g., native plants and water features) information in all preliminary plat applications. 4. Require special landscaping plans for developments located along environmentally sensitive areas. 5. Require dedication of the natural resource areas identified on the NRI maps as open space or parks if they are located within the proposed development area. 6. Explore educational campaigns that bring awareness to the community’s aspirations to be sustainable and resilient. This could include stronger partnerships with the local schools. 7. Integrate educational components or interpretive signage throughout the park system when feasible. 12-12 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Housing (Chapter 4) Housing is an integral part of Stillwater’s present and future; however, it can be the most complex and challenging topic to address. The implementation strategies and action steps (see Table 12.2) identify efforts Stillwater will pursue to create opportunities to maintain the existing housing stock, and to provide increased housing options for future residents. The strategies are designed as a resource tool for specific measures the City can effectively undertake and enforce, while others are designed as tools to encourage developers to incorporate affordable housing into future development. As future subdivisions are proposed, the City will use these strategies in working with developers to create new affordable housing opportunities. The strategies and recommendations are reflected by community goals. Many of these items are things the City itself can do, while others will occur through partnerships (Washington County CDA) in which the City will engage to provide for and maintain housing quality and increase affordable housing opportunities. Moving forward, the City should develop a Housing Action Plan. Developing a housing action plan that is dedicated and focused on the topic of housing will be an important tool for the City to better understand the critical housing issues facing the community and the most effective means to address them. This will enable future planning efforts to focus on solutions. The housing action plan should include: 1. Establish a Housing Improvement Area. Designate older parts of the community as an area of naturally occurring affordable housing (or housing improvement area) for the purpose of making funds available for updating and improving homes. Perform a comprehensive survey of the neighborhoods to identify demographic make- up, residents wishing to improve their properties, possible time-line for selling property, and type and location of housing desired by potential buyers. 2. Establish Housing Programs and Tools Evaluate financial impacts of various regulatory provisions to ensure they are not barriers to maintaining and preserving affordability. This can include exploration of financial programs and tools that may help in achieving sometimes conflicting objectives (i.e. high design aesthetic vs. maintained affordability or energy efficiency capital costs vs. savings in operating costs.) The action steps recommend adopting at least two to three tools designed to increase the supply of affordable housing. Potential tools and funding mechanisms may include: • Inclusionary zoning policy • Livable Communities Act Demonstration Account funds • Community land trust • Community revitalization funds • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) rehab funding • Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Community Aspirations The community’s aspirations include a well-balanced housing stock that meets the needs of all, regardless of age and income level. Finding this balance requires a better understanding of the critical housing issues facing the community and the most effective means to address them. Therefore, the City should develop a housing action plan that addresses the issues and ideas presented by the CPAC: • Prepare a housing action plan. • Protect and preserve naturally occurring affordable housing. • Provide a housing stock that meets an aging population. • Support new housing types, such as tiny homes, cottage homes, pocket neighborhoods (infill) and accessory dwelling units that provide onsite housing for caregivers. • Evaluate and eliminate barriers to affordable housing. • Develop programs that support first-time homebuyers, renters, seniors and low-income populations. • Adopt a rental licensing program and maintain enforcement efforts. PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-13 Housing - Implementation Strategies: The following housing strategies have been categorized into three key areas. Housing Need Strategies 1. Design affordable housing in a manner that complements the surrounding market rate housing, while incorporating a variety of housing styles and smaller units into single family housing developments. 2. Establish performance metrics to regularly measure and report on the success in the construction/rehab of affordable units. 3. Utilize techniques, such as land trusts, to maintain long-term affordability. 4. Work with the Washington County Community Development Agency (CDA) to provide affordable housing for the elderly and families. 5. Periodically review land use regulations to determine the effectiveness of current ordinances in encouraging additional affordable units as well as encouraging modifications to keep the existing housing stock desirable and livable. 6. Review and modify ordinances that support caregiver suites, accessory dwelling units and tiny homes. 7. Promote a wide range of housing types, styles, densities and choices to meet life cycle housing needs. 8. Use the land use plan as a tool to provide a variety of residential land uses in a range of densities, concentrating higher density opportunities along major transportation and transit corridors, and around future job centers. 9. Allow the creative use of site planning or PUDs that provide flexibility for development containing affordable housing such as a reduction in lot size, setbacks, street width, floor area and parking requirements. Coordination and Collaboration Strategies 1. Work with partners to assure that any affordable housing units, especially ownership units, employ tools to maintain their affordability rather than to be “flipped” for profit. 2. Partner with, support and market programs offered by the County, State, MHFA, Federal Government and non-profits to fund the development of affordable housing. 3. Utilize the city’s website, newsletter and other sources for promotion and advertising of housing programs. 4. Continue to assist the Washington County CDA in the administration of the housing rehabilitation program to maintain the existing older housing stock, maintain neighborhood character and the diversity and supply of moderate cost housing. 5. Use the Comprehensive Plan as a tool to articulate the City’s housing goals and affordable housing needs when working with developers and property owners. These discussions should occur early on in the development review process. Housing Program Strategies 1. Participate in the Livable Communities Act Local Housing Incentives Program. 2. Consider designating a portion of TIF to fund activities that increase new affordable housing. 3. Explore using TIF and other funds to provide housing rehabilitation grants to very low and low income senior owner occupied housing needing rehabilitation assistance. 4. Work with local lenders, Washington County CDA, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MNHFA) and other housing agencies to provide a comprehensive housing assistance strategy for households needing assistance. 5. Participate in MNHFA programs that provide housing assistance. 12-14 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 6. Participate in available housing rehabilitation programs (e.g. MNHFA Rehabilitation Loan/Emergency and Accessibility Loan Program, Rental Rehabilitation Loan Program, and the Fix Up Program). Historic Resources (Chapter 5) Stillwater’s efforts to identify, evaluate, and preserve its historic and cultural resources while encouraging adaptive reuse and reinvestment follow national standards for preservation planning. Preservation planning is “the process by which a community develops a vision, goals, and priorities for the preservation of its historic and cultural resources.” Updates to this chapter were driven by a separate planning process that was guided by the Historic Resources Advisory Committee, Heritage Preservation Commission members, and City staff. The chapter is intended to strengthen Stillwater’s preservation planning framework by examining existing needs and identifying new opportunities. In that respect, the chapter recognizes the following: • Preservation Planning Establishes Historic Contexts • Preservation Planning Uses Historic Contexts to Develop Goals and Priorities for the Identification, Evaluation, Registration and Treatment of Historic Properties • The Results of Preservation Planning are Made Available for Integration into Broader Planning Processes. Following a review of Stillwater’s development, the components of current planning programs and tools are analyzed, along with the result of meetings with the Historic Resources Advisory Committee, Heritage Preservation Commission members, and City staff. This information was used to develop the Chapter’s goals and objectives, as well as the implementation strategies and action items discussed in this chapter. Historic Resources - Implementation Strategies: 1. Continue to identify new opportunities to increase awareness and appreciation of Stillwater’s cultural, natural, and historic resources. 2. Continue to develop new constituencies for historic preservation, including those within local government, new business owners, prospective home buyers, renters, and visitors. 3. Provide ongoing training for elected officials, City staff and Heritage Preservation Commissioners. 4. Respond to new opportunities and challenges following the closing of the Stillwater Lift Bridge and its conversion to recreational use. 5. Ensure guidelines and policies accommodate and support new sustainable technology. Following the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation’s advice, “Create a sustainable and resilient community where historic properties are used as assets for promoting energy efficiency and community livability, and are protected from climate impacts.” 6. Continue to follow the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and Standards for Preserving Planning in all design review and planning activities. 7. Integrate other heritage and history elements (e.g, Native American) into the City’s preservation initiatives when appropriate . PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-15 Downtown Stillwater Framework (Chapter 6) This chapter represents a real change for downtown by focusing on linking the surrounding neighborhoods to Main Street and the riverfront to create a framework for growth that reinforces Stillwater’s ‘rivertown’ character. The plan knits together a network of streetscapes, open spaces, and land uses to create amenities, which will attract and retain residents and businesses. It strives to balance pedestrian and vehicular needs, and to provide spaces for a variety of gatherings and festivals. The approach for this process involved gaining an understanding of what has already been done, synthesizing and weaving together the pertinent aspects of past plans to maintain continuity among these efforts, and ultimately creating a single integrated comprehensive planning document. Updating this chapter was a launching point for updating the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The planning process occurred prior to the comprehensive plan update and was guided by various commissions, residents, business owners, and City staff. Action items from this plan are summarized in Table 12.2. Downtown - Implementation Strategies: • Chapter 6 should be referenced for more information on implementation measures related to downtown. Economic Development (Chapter 7) Many of the implementation measures identified in the economic development chapter are focused on funding tools and strategies versus direct action items. In that respect, the chapter’s goals, objectives and funding tools serve as the primary implementation measures to advance the City’s economic development initiatives. Action items identified in the Land Use, Housing and Downtown chapters should also be viewed as a means to advancing economic development initiatives. Combined, these plan elements and their implementation measures overlap with economic development. The following implementation strategies describe the actions Stillwater will take to implement the community’s goals and objectives for economic development. Many of these items are things the City itself can do, while others will occur through private initiatives and public-private partnerships. Economic Development - Implementation Strategies: The following economic development strategies have been categorized into two key areas. Economic Growth 1. Protect the city’s industrial land base for industrial development. 2. Support entrepreneurship through small business retention and expansion, and home based occupations that are not in conflict with the Development Code. 3. Consider using tax increment financing to assist in major new investments that support job growth. 4. Recruit new businesses and promote the idea of incubator space for emerging businesses. 5. Support small locally owned business particularly in the Downtown or Neighborhood Commercial areas. 6. Support mixed use development along the Highway 36 corridor that attracts well- paying jobs to the community. 7. Support a mix of employment, multifamily residential and retail and service activities in and around the West Business Park area. 8. Support investments that provide efficient and affordable high-speed internet throughout the entire city. Tourism 1. Continue to use design review guidelines and processes to ensure new development and renovation is consistent with the historic character of Downtown. 2. Construct a new public parking ramp in Downtown Stillwater for employees and visitors. 3. Support the Downtown Parking Commission as an advisory group for managing downtown parking. 12-16 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Parks and Trails (Chapter 8) Parks are not mere expenditures, but an investment in the future well-being of individuals and groups, as well as the continued attractiveness and viability of the City. However, there is no precise standard or measurement to determine a specific community’s park and recreation needs. Each community is unique in its needs and opportunities. Therefore, it should be noted that the Parks chapter calls for a generalized list of projects that will focus on short-, mid-, and long-term action items. The goal of this type of implementation strategy is to prioritize larger initiatives. It does not prioritize individual park needs identified by the public or CPAC. The City and Parks Commission will need to continue to evaluate individual park needs on an annual basis and program these improvements in a fiscally responsible manner. Parks and Trails - Implementation Strategies: The following parks and trails strategies have been categorized into four key areas. Efficient Use of Facilities 1. Explore partnerships with the school district, athletic organizations, Home Owner Associations (HOAs), public utilities, and other public agencies (e.g., Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and Washington County) in order to acquire and/or develop parkland, retain open space areas and recreation facilities and provide programs. This would include considering acquisition of the Old Athletic Field and Jaycee’s Fields from the school district should the school district ever entertain the possibility of divesting themselves of those properties important to the community. 2. Periodically update and distribute the list of available public park facilities, park maps, and trail maps to the community and interested groups. 3. Develop and implement a program for year- round use of some recreation facilities. 4. Explore methods to integrate parks and trails with the networks of adjacent communities, Washington County, and State facilities. Community Aspirations Stillwater residents cited the year-round programs, activities and special events, walking paths, recreation facilities and open spaces as contributing factors to their quality of life. Residents and CPAC members identified areas of opportunity to enhance the City’s parks and trails. Below is a list of priorities expressed throughout the public engagement efforts. This list should be used as part of the Park Commission’s budgeting and programming plans. • Improve wayfinding signage and gateways into parks • Provide and improve drinking fountains • Provide landscaping improvements along trails • Provide more community gardens • Plant more native trees and plantings throughout the parks (e.g., Shuelenberg Park) • Provide recreational areas for teenagers and adults, such as obstacle courses. • Provide better access to the St. Croix River for public boat launches and other non-motorized activities (e.g., canoeing and kayaking). • Keep the Aiple property natural and open, while finding opportunities for tent camping and better access to the St. Croix River for swimming and non-motorized watercrafts • Upgrade existing playgrounds to be universal in meeting abilities. • Improve trail connections throughout the community • Create a snow and ice removal plan for trails PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-17 Park Design 1. Design, install and maintain standardized park signage for all city parkland and trails. 2. Develop and implement neighborhood park plans based on a priority list developed by the Park and Recreation Board and level of service needs. These plans shall reflect neighborhood input into the planning process. 3. Continue a regular patrol of parks to provide for the safety of park users. 4. Acquire the Jaycee’s Fields and the Old Athletic Field from School District 834 if the school district ever considers selling them. It is the city’s desire to continue to offer these two sites for public recreation purposes. Trails and Pathways 1. Continue to implement the Stillwater Trails Master Plan. 2. Continue to improve trails and sidewalks as local roadways are improved or reconstructed. 3. Create improved trail and pedestrian connections into downtown from the west and from the north. 4. Consider improving trail systems around the city’s lakes including completion of the trail around McKusick Lake and Long Lake, as well as between the lakes. Funding 1. Require park land dedication or cash in lieu for all new residential, commercial and industrial developments. 2. Study and pursue various means of funding the acquisition, operation and maintenance of park, open space, trail, and recreation facilities. 3. Seek opportunities through public or private funds for the establishment of new neighborhood parks and/or redevelopment of existing neighborhood parks. Transportation (Chapter 9) The Transportation Plan is a vital part of the Comprehensive Plan. The Transportation Plan acts as a guideline for the City as it plans for future infrastructure needs and transportation facilities, and is intended to provide guidance for the development of transportation systems. Historically, transportation investments have largely focused on the roadway system to ensure safe and accessible routes. These needs are still important and key to the City’s quality of life and economic vitality. However, Stillwater recommends and supports an aggressive approach to transit expansion projects and funding mechanisms that will reduce congestion, improve mobility, and bolster our regional economy and lifestyle. This aspiration has its challenges given current regional funding scenarios that show little, if any, transitway investments planned for the community. The importance of expanding transit service in the area has been identified in the Washington County Transit Needs Study (2018). One of the study’s recommendations is currently being implemented, which includes a pilot project that will bring a circulator-loop transit service to Stillwater. The City has embraced the study’s recommendations as part of this Plan’s action steps. The implementation strategies are further designed to support a growing demand for a transportation system that supports all modes of travel (e.g., biking and walking). Community Aspirations Stillwater residents and the CPAC expressed a growing need for transit service in the area to reduce congestion and the City’s carbon footprint. The Comprehensive Plan recognizes the funding constraints associated with transit expansion to the area; however, it is critical the region continues to invest in transit to better serve Stillwater and Washington County residents. The community also aspires to be more sustainable when it comes to transportation. This includes a stronger emphasis on biking and walking, while embracing new technologies that support electric vehicles (providing charging stations) and autonomous vehicles. 12-18 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Transportation - Implementation Strategies: 1. Work with Washington County to implement high priority strategies identified in the Washington County Transit Needs Study (2018). 2. Work with State, regional and other partners on a transit plan. 3. Utilize the Trails Master Plan in developing a bikeway system facility plan. 4. Consider amending subdivision ordinance to require bicycle facilities according to bikeway facilities plans. 5. Promote major transportation routes as “corridors of commerce” to attract new businesses. 6. Promote traffic safety and education programs. 7. Continue implementing the sidewalk/ pathways maintenance and improvement program. 8. Improve the appearance of bus stops and better integrate stops into neighborhood or area designs. 9. Encourage MnDOT to provide continuous bicycle paths both along the Highway 36 frontage road from CR 15 to TH 95 and also along TH 95 from Oak Park Heights north through downtown to TH 96 at the Brown’s Creek area. 10. Continue to administer pavement and sidewalk management programs. Water Resources (Chapter 10) The Water Resource Chapter is an executive summary of the City’s Water Supply Plan (2016) and Surface Water Management Plan (2018). Both plans were adopted by the City and are included in Appendix X. In essence, these documents serve as a Water Resource chapter. The implementation strategies identified in these plan are listed below. Additional strategies were also added to supplement this list. Comprehensive Plan - Implementation Strategies: 1. Educate residents in responsible water quality management and ensure proper disposal of solid and liquid wastes. 2. Design conveyance structures to accommodate a ten-year storm event and storage facilities to accommodate a one- hundred-year event. 3. Explore innovative ways to improve the quality of surface water and evaluate the effectiveness of existing treatment methods at reasonable cost. 4. Research a variety of treatment methods to assess their effectiveness to improve water quality at a reasonable cost. 5. Continue regular maintenance of storm ponds and drainage facilities to reduce damage to property and protect water quality. Water Supply Implementation Strategies: • Monitor the City’s leak detection system every two years. • Revise the ordinances/codes to encourage or require water efficient landscaping. • Revise ordinances to limit irrigation and adopt an outdoor lawn irrigation ordinance. • Revise outdoor irrigation installation codes to require high efficiency systems in new installations or system replacements. • Conduct audience-appropriate water conservation education and outreach. • Repair leaking water system components. • Revise rate structures for each water customer (e.g., residential, commercial and industrial). • Implement a rebate program for water efficient appliances, fixtures, or outdoor water management. • Update and prepare a comprehensive open space plan. PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-19 • Adopt a private well ordinance (private wells in the city must comply with water restrictions). Surface Water Management Plan – Implementation Strategies • To minimize or eliminate I/I entering private and public sewer infrastructure • To reduce ratepayer costs for transporting and treating wastewater • To minimize liability from water pollution and public health risks • Strategies for I/I Reduction • Educate property owners about I/I by posting information on the City’s web site and distributing information via email blasts and community newspapers or newsletters on frequent basis. • Encourage private property owners to proactively inspect and repair or replace older segments of private sanitary sewer connections that are beyond their service life. • Explore grants or other financial assistance programs to provide financial assistance to private property owners wishing to replace or repair private sewer connections to the city main. • Make sure sump pumps and building drains are not connected to the sanitary sewer system. This can be done through educational information and when permits are required for building improvements or expansions. • Ensure careful construction, maintenance and rehabilitation practices are followed in all aspects, both public and private, of the sanitary sewer system. • Ongoing annual review of flows to develop the next stage of improvements. Scheduled improvements are identified in the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Community Resources (Chapter 11) Stillwater is committed to providing a high quality of life for its citizens through access to a variety of programs, services, and recreational amenities. In that respect, the Community Resources chapter highlights some of the City’s prime services and facilities that contribute to a high quality of life. Providing new services or facilities can be challenging from a funding and staffing perspective. Therefore, it is important to recognize the financial commitments and resources required to deliver various programs and services. The Comprehensive Plan is not a financial document; instead, the goals and policies provide direction for future decision making. The implementation strategies are designed to manage existing services, while exploring opportunities for new programs and services. Many of these opportunities are discussed in the housing chapter. One the community’s top priorities that emerged from the public input process was a desire for more recreational opportunities to be housed in a community center. The type of recreational activities expressed by the community focused on swimming and open courts for organized sports. It is important to recognize the community’s wishes for a community center or swimming pool/splash pad. However, these types of facilities will need significant capital investments. More importantly, the funding mechanisms need to be in place to generate positive revenue streams to ensure the facility can be a self-sustaining entity over time. A feasibility study should be prepared to better understand the capital investments and funding mechanisms, while verifying the demand and need for a new facility. Community Resources - Implementation Strategies: 1. Prioritize and plan for capital improvements in a fiscally responsible manner. 2. Implement a conservation and emergency management plan for the City. 3. Monitor changing demographics (e.g., aging population and an increase in diversity) and their influence on how the City may deliver a particular service or program over time. 4. Maintain community facilities in a “state of good repair.” 12-20 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Sustainability (Chapter 1) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Create an inventory of existing best practices pertaining to sustainability and resiliency. Implement the required GreenStep Cities strategies to achieve the “Step Two GreenStep Cities” status. Implement the required GreenStep Cities strategies to achieve the “Step Three GreenStep Cities” status. Implement the required GreenStep Cities strategies to achieve the “Step Four GreenStep Cities” status. Land Use (Chapter 2) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Implement the land use plan by zoning lands consistent with the land use plan designations (required by state law: 9 months after the Comprehensive Plan’s adoption). Prepare a master plan for the Lakeview Hospital to determine redevelopment options and the reuse of existing buildings. Prepare a market analysis and master plan for the Highway 36 corridor. Natural Resources (Chapter 3) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Create design guidelines that are intended to sustain Stillwater’s unique natural features. Prepare and adopt an official greenway corridor plan and supporting Sensitive Natural Environment Areas overlay district. Develop education materials and resources for homeowners on what they can do on their property to protect resources. Develop environmental education programs in natural areas to study plant and animal communities. Maintain an inventory of all ravines and remnant lands in the city and develop a policy regarding ravine management that balances ravine usage amongst natural resource protection, public utility and open space/recreation opportunities. Develop an overall planting plan for the greenbelts in and around the city. Prioritize and implement the planting plan for the greenbelts in and around the city. Table 12.1 Action Steps PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-21 Natural Resources (Chapter 3) continued Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Develop an overall restoration plan for the ravines and open spaces to remove invasive species and replant with natives. Implement and maintain invasive species removal and native replanting. Evaluate tree removal and replacement with low-growing native trees and shrubs to preserve views from Pioneer Park and other viewsheds Implement and maintain viewshed preservation removal and planting. Housing (Chapter 4) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Prepare an annual report on the number of new units created and numbers that were affordable (ongoing). Establish a Housing Improvement Area (Housing Action Plan Item #1) for the older parts of the community. Housing Action Item #1: Establish grant programs for low-income residents, seniors or first time home-buyers to bring their homes up to code or make needed upgrades (e.g., accessibility conversions). Evaluate Housing Programs and Tools (Housing Action Item #2) Housing Action Items #2: Adopt at least two to three additional tools designed to increase the supply of affordable housing. Potential tools and funding mechanisms may include: • Inclusionary zoning policy • Livable Communities Act Demonstration Account funds • Community land trust • Community revitalization funds • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) rehab funding • Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Housing Action Items #2: Adopt at least two to three additional tools designed to increase the supply of affordable housing. Potential tools and funding mechanisms may include: • Inclusionary zoning policy • Livable Communities Act Demonstration Account funds • Community land trust • Community revitalization funds • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) rehab funding • Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Conduct a critical review of development regulations and processes to reduce barriers for affordable housing. Update the zoning ordinance and subdivision ordinance to remove impediments to affordable housing. 12-22 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Housing (Chapter 4) continued Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Adopt a rental licensing program and maintain enforcement efforts. Establish a housing committee to guide the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan’s housing goals and objectives. Study the feasibility of establishing a program to require a property inspection and disclosure report before residential property changes hands. Complete an assessment of senior housing needs in the community. Historic Resources (Chapter 5) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Revise current preservation regulations. Identify publicly-owned resources for local designation evaluation, including Pioneer Park, the Stillwater Public Library, and the Third Street and McKusick Lake Pump Stations. Complete context studies and surveys for additional areas associated with the city’s history and development, including: Sabin’s and H.R. Murdock’s Addition, Wilkin’s Addition, and Churchill Nelson 2nd Addition and Marsh’s Addition. Consolidate adopted and draft design guidelines and sign guidelines into a single reference document that will be accessible to property owners, city staff and public officials. Work with the Stillwater Public Works Department to inventory cultural landscape features including ravines, public stairways, stone retaining walls, stone curbs, and linear circulation features such as stone paths. Evaluate and locally designate significant features. Continue to evaluate properties in twentieth-century neighborhoods for potential local designation, including Forest Hills, Lily Lake, Sunny Slope, Fairmeadows, Croixwood, Oak Glen and Deerpath. PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-23 Historic Resources (Chapter 5) continued Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Create and adopt design standards for new construction in historic districts, including related streetscape and urban design. Identify and protect Stillwater’s significant viewsheds, prioritizing those encompassing key natural landscape features and landmarks. Further study and evaluation should refer to Cultural Landscape District documentations and include development of conservation guidelines. Analyze and prioritize the ten previously completed neighborhood context studies and surveys for potential local designation (see 5-14). The North Hill Original Town, surveyed in 1995, and South Hill Original Town, surveyed in 1996, are high-priority areas to be considered for local designation review in Phase 1. Continue to evaluate existing information and prioritize further local designation study (individual or district) for properties within completed survey areas. Analyze and prioritize properties potentially eligible for individual local designation, beginning with those already individually listed on the NRHP. Identify staff, consultant, and other resources to prepare local designation forms and work with property owners. Analyze and prioritize properties potentially eligible for individual NRHP designation. Identify staff, consultant, and other resources to prepare nomination forms, work with property owners, and coordinate efforts with the State Historic Preservation Office. 12-24 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Downtown Framework Plan (Chapter 6) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (4 - 10 years)Long Term (11 - 20 years) Provide public restrooms in winter months. Clean up alleys (ongoing) Implement shuttle services for large events. Monitor and address traffic circulation issues (ongoing). Develop conceptual designs and a feasibility study for a public parking structure. Design and construct a public parking structure Design and construct a second public parking structure. Develop a master plan for Lowell Park. Implement recommended improvements for Lowell Park. Design and construct a new River Park (behind Co-op) Establish a wayfinding plan for all transportation modes.Install wayfinding signs. Continue to implement recommended street plantings along 2nd Street, Commercial Street, and Chestnut Street. Establish bike parking locations.Plan for a new River Park (behind Co-op)Reconstruct Main Street. Implement missing trail links in and around downtown. Implement recommended street plantings along 2nd Street, Commercial Street, and Chestnut Street. Design Chestnut Street Plaza improvements. Construct Chestnut Street Plaza improvements. Economic Development (Chapter 7) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Establish a formalized economic development group to prioritize economic development initiatives, while promoting economic development opportunities for new businesses. Develop an Economic Development Strategy Plan. Support action items and strategies listed for Land Use (Chapter 2), Housing (Chapter 4), and Downtown (Chapter 6) as part of the City’s economic development initiatives.. Actively promote a mix of uses (e.g., commercial, office, entertainment uses and housing) in and around the downtown (ongoing). Actively promote a mix of uses (e.g., commercial, office, entertainment uses, and housing) in and around the Highway 36 corridor (ongoing). Develop a marketing brand for the City that creates an identity from an economic development perspective. Update the City’s website to promote the City’s brand and as a place to do business. Use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to assist major new investment in the downtown, along the Highway 36 corridor, and in the Business Park (ongoing). PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation 12-25 Parks and Trails (Chapter 8) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Continue to program park improvements in a fiscally responsible manner (ongoing). Prioritize and program trail improvements identified in the Trails Master Plan (2014) in a fiscally responsible manner.Update the Trails Master Plan. Develop a parks master plan for Kolliner Park. Implement improvements and recommendations from the Kolliner Park Master Plan. Develop a parks master plan for the Aiple property. Implement improvements and recommendations from the Aiple property master plan. Establish a wayfinding plan for trails and parks.Install wayfinding signs. Develop and implement a program for year-round use of some recreation facilities. Develop and implement neighborhood park plans based on the priority list developed by the Park and Recreation Commission (ongoing). Transportation (Chapter 9) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Work with Washington County to implement the high priority strategies and others identified in the Washington County Transit Needs Study (2008) (ongoing) Develop an area-wide coordinated road improvement program with MnDOT and Washington County (ongoing). Implement, expand and promote carpooling (ongoing) Implement a community circular route (Washington County Transit Needs Study priority). Develop a comprehensive streetscape plan for plantings and improvements along developed or major streets. This would have aesthetic and traffic calming benefits. Provide a collector connection from County Road 12 to Olive Street. Continue to explore the Brick Street option for this collector. Increase the use of demand- response services (e.g., dial- a-ride) (Washington County Transit Needs Study priority). Develop a comprehensive signage program. The program will identify key gateways into the City; will create gateway signage/monuments; will create consistent directional signage; and will direct regional traffic to downtown Stillwater via routes that avoid residential neighborhoods. Adopt a Complete Streets policy. 12-26 PLAN OF STILLWATER Chapter 12 : Implementation Transportation (Chapter 9) continued Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Develop a site-specific shuttle service that connects major employers, institutions, or retail destinations (Washington County Transit Needs Study priority). Provide bicycle parking, locations and attractive bicycle storage racks at key locations including parks, downtown and commercial centers. Develop a plan for sidewalk and trail snow removal. Address intersection improvement needs identified in the County’s Intersection Control Ranking System (ICRS) Report: • CSAH 5 (Stillwater Boulevard) at Pine Street • CSAH 5 (Owens Street) at CSAH 12 (Myrtle Street) • CSAH 15 (Manning Avenue) at 62nd Street • CSAH 15 (Manning Avenue) at CR 64 (McKusick Road) Water Resources (Chapter 10) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10 years) Provide a public education program to alert the public on the importance of protecting storm ponds from harmful pollutants and ensure the proper disposal of solid and liquid wastes. Community Resources (Chapter 11) Short Term (1 - 3 years)Mid Term (3 - 5 years)Long Term (5 - 10+ years) Determine the demand, feasibility and cost for implementing a community center.