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Case File: 171~~ Focused Area Study Page 2 Final Adoption Overview The plan as attached is fairly consistent with the original plan reviewed by the joint group on May 10, 2010. Based in part on the comments received during that meeting, the following changes were made: 1. Minor modifications to Development Framework Diagram (page 37) and Infrastructure Diagram (page 40). This includes adding commercial to the west side of the lot west of the bank on Yale Street and reducing the extension of Yale Street into private property south of the new intersection. The plan provides the tools for eventual development of design guidelines. One of the original goals of the plan was to suggest ways the study area can distinguish itself as a prime development district. Creating cohesive character will help in that goal. 2. Streetscape Typology Diagram. The diagram on page 56 identifies the street types within the study area. It is expected that the streets themselves, and their spatial relationship to buildings, parking, and people will play a key role in the development of character of the area. With the widely diverse street types, including residential, industrial, and Twin Lakes Parkway, design guidelines will need to be established to combine these areas into a cohesive, promotable, and identifiable character. Creating a character will work to position this area as a destination, one which all businesses can benefit. 3. Labels for the four different street types. Beginning on page 56, each of the four main street types are given streetscape improvement examples, again, with the goal of establishing "a place". These are guidelines at this point, it will be suggested that in the future these be incorporated formally, likely in design guidelines. as part of a zoning ordinance. Finally, the plan establishes a framework for implementation, identifies major tools that should be developed, including regulatory and financial priorities: 4. Expanded Implementation Chapter (page 61) o Priority areas for near term initiatives (page 67) o Interim second signal approach to infrastructure (page 68) o Implementation initiatives diagram (page 70) Comprehensive Plan With approval of the FAST Plan, it is anticipated that the plan will be incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan formally, likely later this summer. This will be via a separate action, public hearings, etc. Natural Resources The plan attempts to recognize the unique natural resources within the study area, identifying the large wetland complex south of 1715` Avenue. The plan attempts to capitalize on these features in establishing an enjoyable place to live, work and shop. N:\Departments\Community Development\Planning\Projects\FAST Study Area\FAST staff report EDA for adoption June2010 Changes DH.doc