Introduction | Summary | Master Plan Document | Annual Reports | Implementation Strategies
Master Plan Implementation Strategies2006 Project List | Land Use | Economy | Community Appearance | Community Facilities & Services | Housing | Transportation | ImplementationMaster Plan 2006 Project List Prepared May 2006 Land Use - Establish an annual “peer review process” for City leadership to revisit the intent of the Master Plan relative to the reality of key projects and issues. - Explore establishing a framework of development standards as an option for encouraging development/redevelopment in keeping with overriding Master Plan goals. Economy - Incorporate opportunities for grant funding into the budget process. - Develop consistent cost recovery analysis procedures across the organization. - Review economic development incentive programs – what is being offered to retain existing businesses versus attracting new businesses and how to encourage existing office property owners to improve their spaces to remain attractive in comparison to the new offices being built. - As appropriate, provide reports and recommended action steps emerging from the City’s business retention and expansion efforts. - Bring forward recommendations on the options for City involvement in the provision or facilitation of wireless technologies. - Actively participate in the 315 Corridor Initiative. Community Appearance - Consider streetscape reconfiguration requirements, such as the installation of sidewalks, with regard to new residential and commercial projects, as well as rebuilds. Community Facilities and Services - Seek City Council direction on how to prioritize infrastructure improvements within the study areas as/when redevelopment projects actually come forward. - Take a comprehensive look at the ongoing need for repairs at aging City facilities versus a complete replacement of these facilities relative to long-term fiscal considerations. - Undertake a review and report back regarding emergency preparedness – clarify the issues and threats, necessary preparations and training, and identify funding opportunities. - As the 2006 Parks & Recreation Strategic Plan evolves, consider the appropriateness of inserting new strategies within Objective 8, “Provide parks and recreation facilities and programs.” - Continue exploration of the logistical and financial issues surrounding the proposed expansion of sidewalks, bike paths and multi-use paths in the community. - Undertake a Solid Waste study. - Explore partnership and revenue sharing opportunities with the Schools and Library with regard to programs, classes and activities offered to the community. Housing - Formalize volunteer project assistance programs for older adults who can’t afford or do home maintenance assistance in partnership with the Code Compliance Division. - Consider options for instituting an add-on fee for permits, with funds to be set aside to support home maintenance assistance for qualifying residents in need of assistance. - Explore incentives for builders/developers to incorporate universal design standards in new housing, and to retrofit homes to be user-friendly for older adults. Transportation - Monitor resident satisfaction with recent road improvements as part of the 2006 Community Survey. - Address policies and set direction for considering sidewalks and multi-use paths (also tied to Community Facilities and Services). - Review the existing neighborhood streetlight policy to determine if options exist to further this program. - Explore in depth the status of Transportation Plan acceptance by City Council relative to seeking and securing grants from various funding agencies. Implementation - Undertake the 2006 Community Survey to gauge resident satisfaction with services, and identify priorities and issues for the City to focus on in the coming months. - Consider the pending role of the Community Vision Partnership or some version of a resident-based committee prior to preparations for the 10-year update process. Longer Term Economy - Revisit the Study Areas to explore what can realistically be achieved within them and what the anticipated timeframes might be. - Prioritize the Study Areas for redevelopment, tying incentive programs to them based on their level of importance to the community. - Consider a fee attached to permits (where appropriate) to support Information Technology enhancements. Community Appearance - Preserve and enhance the streetscape throughout both residential and commercial areas. Community Facilities and Services - Undertake a broad-based review of all City facilities to include appropriate locations and necessary upgrades. - Explore partnership opportunities with the City of Columbus and other communities regarding green spaces adjacent to Upper Arlington, such as the Quarry Park opportunity. Implementation - Formally begin the update process in 2008. 6/5/06 City Manager's Office City of Upper Arlington 3600 Tremont Road Upper Arlington, Ohio 43221 Phone: 614-583-5040 Fax: 614-457-6620 www.ua-ohio.net |
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