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Memo to Steering Committee Page2 May 25, 1995 • commercial development. The current zoning along this corridor indicates that West Highway 10 will not be developed as a regional type commercial as Highway 169; rather, the commercial will be more community and neighborhood-oriented. Examples of this is at the intersection of Highway 10 and Proctor where there is a convenience/gas facility as well as another at the intersection of Orono Road and Highway 10. As it has been discussed before, the Business Park allows for commercial development; however, the purpose of this commercial is to serve the businesses and residents within that area. • East Highway 10 Corridor - The East Highway 10 corridor presently does not have City water and sewer, which may be one reason the development activity is not as intense as Highway 169. The present zoning of C-3 would allow for similar development activity as Highway 169 once City water and sewer is extended. One of the issues along this corridor that has been discussed is the image and appearance of development. With the proper zoning and development standards, the City will be able to guide development and maintain an attractive corridor. • The Downtown - Also attached to the Committee's packet is information compiled by the Economic Development Coordinator, Bill Rubin, regarding issues facing the downtown. Much discussion has taken place in • the past regarding this area of the City and I think we all recognize the importance of the downtown and the opportunities that it presents for the City and its residents. A lot of attention has been given to the downtown recently and with the formulation of various groups to look at various issues, a new course can be charted for the downtown. The Riverfront Corridor Committee is one example that is exploring the development of a riverfront pathway and to begin opening up the downtown to the river. Projects such as this river pathway serve as springboards to additional studies and projects to enhance the downtown area. One issue the Steering Committee may want to make a recommendation on is identifying the boundaries of the downtown. Attached is a map illustrating one concept of the boundaries based on various conversations and ideas from several individuals that may be considered as the limits for the "core downtown". (Exhibit D) From this core area certain design standards and common themes can be extended along East Main Street, Jackson Road and 3rd Street. Other Issues • The Committee may wish to identify certain areas that should be • considered for commercial development. s:planning:sc:5-25memo