9.2. HRSR 03-06-2017 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

November 19, 2012 -Part I, page 6 - II.. IInnttrroodduuccttiioonn This document describes the formation of the Downtown Task Force, and their development of an Illustrative Mater Plan (Plan) for the long-range vision for the 432-acre core of the City of Elk River. The purpose of this Plan is threefold: to serve as a blueprint for the City to respond to private investment proposals, and as a work plan for the City to create and maintain an environment in a manner consistent with the community’s vision. Lastly, the plan is intended to communicate to property owners and those interested in the area the City’s long term goals for the area. This document consists of four sections: 1. Summary of Existing Conditions provides the background information used to shape the Plan. 2. The Vision and Illustrative Master Plan provide a visual representation and description of the type and character of desired development. This section references the summary of public input used to shape this Plan. The Goals and Policies set forth community aspirations for the study area and were used as a guide to follow in designing the long-range vision. 3. The Specific Area Strategies section contains the guide for public and private investment to occur over the 20- year timeframe. 4. The Implementation Priorities section presents proposed public actions and investments needed to realize the desired changes in the study area. Implementation will be an evolutionary process which will occur over time and not overnight. The City hopes that public involvement, as exemplified by this Plan, will attract new private investment to Elk River. a. Background The City Council created a Task Force on October 2, 2006 for the purpose of creating a Plan for the “greater downtown area” and to provide direction and frequent feedback to the Technical Advisory Team made up of city staff and consultants. The Task Force paused in late 2007 to allow for the completion of the Highway 10 plan as it routes through the downtown area. Following completion of the Highway 10 plan in early 2009, and the review of the Highway 10 plan at the Federal level, the Task Force reconvened in November 2011. This Plan was developed based closely on the desires and vision of the Task Force members, representing various interests throughout the City.