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<br />D~-4Fr <br /> <br />.e <br /> <br />D. Economic Development/Redevelopment <br /> <br />It was further indicated that, although the City is growing rapidly with a lot of <br />new construction, over the next 10-15 years there will be the need to look <br />back and evaluate potential areas for redevelopment. <br /> <br />E. Downtown <br /> <br />Steve Ach informed the Steering Committee of a meeting that he attended <br />that morning with the Downtown Development Association to discuss some <br />ideas and plans that the Downtown Development Association would like to <br />accomplish. The Downtown Group is anxious to begin formulating ideas for <br />the long range plans for the downtown area and will more than likely be <br />taking an active role in this process. It was further discussed that issues such <br />as preserving the historical character, rediscovering the river front, design/ <br />other improvements may be reviewed to formulate a plan for the downtown <br />area. <br /> <br />F. Environmental <br /> <br />e <br /> <br />Steve Ach mentioned that this item will probably involve identifying natural <br />features throughout the community that can be included into the planning <br />process. For example, significant stands of trees, wetlands, historical areas, <br />and other features can be identified and incorporated into the <br />Comprehensive Plan. Based on the environmental goals and policies <br />adopted as part of this Comprehensive Plan, appropriate zoning ordinance <br />amendments can take place in the future to ensure these goals and policies <br />are achieved. <br /> <br />G. Maintenance of Structures and Infrastructure <br /> <br />Steve Ach indicated that although the City is growing and a lot of new <br />construction is taking place, there remains the need to look back and pay <br />attention to the older areas of the community. Items such as housing <br />maintenance codes for residential areas as well as performance standards for <br />commercial and industrial may be possibilities to help preserve the integrity <br />and viability of these older areas. <br /> <br />Terry Maurer indicated the importance of looking at the City's sewer and <br />water systems as well as roads to ensure that they are in good working <br />condition. <br /> <br />\\. <br /> <br />H. Hiqhwav 169 and Hiahwav 10 Corridors <br /> <br />Chairman Minton indicated the importance of this issue to the Planning <br />Commission. These two major thoroughfares carry the majority of the traffic <br />and should be developed to present a positive image for the City of Elk River. <br /> <br />e <br /> <br />Dick Hinkle concurred with Chairman Minton and indicated that this is a very <br />important issue. Mr. Hinkle feels that the Highway 10 entrance from the west is <br />