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<br />SUMMARY OF RESEARCH AND RECOMMENDED STRATEGIES <br />EDA STRATEGIC PLAN 22 <br />the pedestrian realm, and it could be less compatible with existing development than would <br />be desired. Clear development guidelines are needed to ensure that new development <br />makes a full contribution to downtown vibrancy, and is compatible with existing <br />development. <br />We believe it benefits Elk River to update its downtown plan to build consensus around <br />how downtown development can benefit the City, and to proactively address concerns <br />about parking and traffic. <br />Strategies/Actions <br />8a. Create a plan for downtown Elk River that honors its special role in Elk River, explores <br />the potential for new development, further strengthens its connections to and along <br />the River, and addresses concerns about parking constraints and traffic congestion. <br />