Business Retention and Development Committee Agenda and Packet 2015 05 04

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Business Retention & Development Committee Meeting Minutes March 2, 2015 Page 3 of 4 Principle 2 - Utilize policy and design to encourage desired uses to locate in the corridor. More senior housing, more open space for small parks, more office ? ?? (more uses) Council member Loo is concerned that we are asking for desired visions but some people may not have an understanding of fiscal and legal constraints. And does not want to raise expectations beyond what we can reasonably do. Constraints need to be discussed in a public forum. Chair Dalton said that at the beginning process, we should "blue sky it" to perhaps reveal things we can do without huge cost. Commissioner Menaker would like to make sure the entire community is represented. Chair Dalton said that residents have said they want entire city involved but not everyone participates. City Manager Fleming reiterates it is a brainstorming session however he agrees with concerns about setting unrealistic expectations. Planning will develop 3 alternatives with costs and constraints. Commissioner Angell said voices were heard and that is important. Are incentives just financial? No, could be zoning incentives. Council member Lipton said there were no surprises in results. On the fiscal side, a lot of development has occurred. The City is slightly behind in some infrastructure. This will identify future CIP opportunities. There is an appetite for big box stores on north side of South Boulder Road. Use this as data along with all other data for future decision making. Principle 3 - Establish design regulations to ensure development closely reflects the community's vision for the corridor while accommodating creativity in design. Principle 4 - Mitigate impacts of train and improve safety of railroad crossings Principle 5 - Balance the regional traffic needs of South Boulder Road and Hwy 42 with the community's desire for safety and accessibility. Overall the corridor is pretty safe. Principle 6 - Provide for community gathering spaces and public infrastructure to encourage visitors to spend time in the corridor. People appreciate plazas like in front of Alfalfa's. Council member Lipton said the process was well done. Very important people come out as individuals or to represent their business. Council would like a balanced view. Perhaps send a letter to business owners or remind people to email Council. Letter could come from Chamber or DBA and those Boards should come speak at meetings.