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HomeMy WebLinkAbout[09] Comprehensive Plan Planning Commission Agenda Item 9 MEETING DATE: July 10, 2017 AGENDA ITEM: Comprehensive Plan SUBMITTED BY: Community Development STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide Input PREVIOUS PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Based on the public input we have received from the kick off advisory committee meeting, workshop/open house, various pop up events, and an online survey, a draft vision statement, along with six core values has been developed. The vision statement is a broad overarching statement that encompasses what the St. Joseph Community envisions to be into the future. The core values are the guiding principles that define the priorities of St. Joseph and supports the vision. ATTACHMENTS: Draft Vision Statement and Six Core Values REQUESTED PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: Provide Input on Draft Vision Statement and Values. THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 2.0 Community Vision St. Joseph is a flourishing city where all residents have access to a wide variety of housing options and employment opportunities, and where they can enjoy walkable neighborhoods, a vibrant downtown full of cultural and entertainment activities, and numerous recreational spaces and natural areas. vts�c���v �,�!�� v��_���s ���v�c.��E=��E��v��� Robust community engagementforthe Comprehensive Plan's update process led to the discovery and development of many community values and visions. With an engagement process that was organized by the Project Management Team, Advisory Committee, City StafF and the project consultant, this structure invited residents, business owners and others to learn more about the plan and to provide their comments and guidance. Comments received were compiled and analyzed and combined with historical trends and existing conditions to develop a core set of values. A community vision statement was then crafted to summarize these values and provide a foundation for directing the work of the plan and achieving its goals. The vision statement was refined through multiple iterations, with ample opportunities for feedback from the public and the Advisory Committee. �! 1 �E- ��i;� t.�.����I�� �.�,��,l.W 1�.�E-:`� More than 1,000 community comments and 373 survey forms were analyzed to better understand community priorities. From this and all other feedback the following core community values were developed. 2 ITNE CIlY OF SnINI JUSEPH COMPREHk.NSIVE PL/�.N �., � � °SMr►�i ! \. � ��� �� `���,�. ,. ,- , .. ' �' .. . ti' " r . �:%�'" �. � ' . .. � ` . � . < ,.F�." � „ +�C w.. � ���...+.r- a i t �� � �� ��t- ,,.y,�* m..'Jl,�Y�5 i y :, �� , •� - i`'�-�.e,�y� � � i W �::^-� c .}�s � �� `� ^,w= t � ' t-" t ai,�— s '+ � s'. 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The City will continue to enhance its physical and social environments while expanding community resources to support active and healthy lifestyles. A healthy, safe, and sustainabie community offers streets that allow pedestrians, bicycle riders and motorists to interact safely with each other; provides sidewalks,trails,and bike lanes for active transportation; and builds infrastructure systems for maintaining and increasing access to clean water and energy. ��fYF.�+�+elk t� St. Joseph is located just outside of several large metropolitan areas; its convenient location ofFers connections to job and residential centers, while defining itself as a destination for visitors. The City's range of housing and employment options make it a desirable community for all ages, income levels, and neighborhood preferences. 4 I T I IE �I I Y OF SP,INI �OSEPH COMPREI iWSIVC PLAN �?�l 1 C't1�r,'Ikt�Cfr The St. Joseph community prides itself on its friendly and welcoming environment. Residents, committees, organizations, and business owners share responsibility of maintaining the City's sense of character, and promoting community development and events, supporting local festivals, and inviting tourism. As the population of St.Joseph grows,community involvement and collaboration remains a priority. �'���;rc'1�vt� TheCityofSt.Josephvaluescommunityandengagement in community life. Residents are involved in local civic organizations and committees. Residents and City Staff help recognize and support areas of opportunity in the community. Residents contribute to the City's success by supporting local businesses, improving the beauty of their neighborhood and caring for themselves and those around them. F� s}'�<.,c.7Fvk Located along the Sauk River and Watab River, St. Joseph offers many opportunities to experience the outdoors and enjoy the city's cultural history. St. Joseph is committed to preserving and expanding these assets, devoting appropriate resources to the ongoing maintenance of these natural and cultural resources. TriE CnY of SniNr JosENi� (:oMPRtriENsivE Pts�N � 5