Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 01/10/2008

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. Use clustering and/or conservation development to protect existing neighborhoods and natural resources* . Develop a policy for processing comprehensive plan amendments . Re-assess the value of 4 in 40 (rural preserve and rural reserve) . Develop form-based codes* . Encourage developer-lead public involvement process for new development that solicits feedback from the public at the beginning of the process . Include a review of infrastructure for walking and other non-motorized transportation modes when reviewing any transportation improvement projects . Consider adopting an adequate public facilities ordinance . Secure a stop on the Northstar Commuter Rail Line for Ramsey . Develop incentives and enforce existing design standards for the Town Center to enhance its marketability . Assess the supply of commercial and industrial land available for development . Explore options for revising the City's sidewalk policy, including different standards for public versus private roads, high-volume versus low-volume roads, and issues related to long-term maintenance MARKETING/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Goals . Create an economic environment where businesses can grow and thrive* . Attract larger employers and employers that provide high-paying jobs* . Attract a diverse mix of businesses to increase the tax base* . Attract high quality commercial and industrial development* . Improve the image of Ramsey Town Center* . Encourage new development in Town Center Policies . Strive for a diverse mix of businesses . Reduce barriers to new business development* . Market the unique qualities of Ramsey* . Maintain a high level of citywide property maintenance standards, including City- owned properties . Promote redevelopment of underutilized parcels within industrial areas and along major transportation corridors . Promote Northstar Commuter Rail as an economic development tool . Continue partnerships with neighboring cities and local chambers of commerce . Pursue a community-wide technology plan to meet business technology needs (fiber- optic and/or wi-fi)* Strategies . Continue business retention and subsidy programs . Develop a local chamber of commerce or local marketing team* . Explore opportunities for additional city-sponsored events . Continue to pursue RALF funding for the Highway 10 corridor . Strengthen commercial and industrial development standards in City Code . Enhance communication between City and business community