Title
Chief Administrative Officer recommending the Board receive and file the first quarterly report pertaining to the development of the Missouri Flat corridor.
Body
BUDGET SUMMARY:
Total Estimated Cost $0
Funding
Budgeted $0
New Funding $
Savings $
Other $
Total Funding Available $0
Change To Net County Cost $0
Fiscal Impact/Change to Net County Cost:
None. Funding for activities outlined in this staff report during 2007 have previously been approved by the Board of Supervisors. No request or allocation of funding is being requested at this time.
Background:
The County has an opportunity to coordinate future development in the Missouri Flat corridor so that the area becomes a retail and commercial destination point. In November 2005, a multi-departmental team was developed and charged with reducing traffic congestion to meet level of service standards, fostering economic development by encouraging retail development and job growth, and creating a "sense of place" through the development of design standards. In addition, two consulting firms (RRM Design Group and DAS - Development Advisory Services) have been retained and have commenced their assigned tasks related to the preparation of Design Guidelines and overall Missouri Flat area Project Management, respectively.
This staff report provides the Board of Supervisors with a calendar of benchmark events for 2007. Staff will provide quarterly updates to the Board throughout the year as major milestones are achieved.
Reason for Recommendation:
The chart attached to this report outlines the tasks to be performed by the Development Services Department, the Department of Transportation, and the Office of Economic Development. Information concerning each of the tasks is provided below:
Design Guidelines: At the time of the preparation of this staff report, planning staff and their consultants have completed the first community ...
Click here for full text