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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 06/19/2001 - RESOLUTION 2001-82 ADOPTING CITY COUNCIL'S 2001-20 AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY ITEM NUMBER: 34 DATE: June 19, 2001 FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL FROM: John F. Fischbach SUBJECT: Resolution 2001-82 Adopting City Council's 2001-2003 Policy Agenda. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends adoption of the Resolution EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Every two years, the City Council adopts a Policy Agenda that outlines the policy initiatives it wishes to undertake in the two-year Council term. Since the April election,these proposed Policy Agenda themes have been developed through discussion with Council during two Council retreats and a study session. The 2001-2003 Policy Agenda includes seven major theme areas on which Council would like to focus its policy work during the coming two years. Exhibit A is the narrative describing these areas. The narrative themes are supported by a number of policy goals and objectives that will provide focus and guidance to staff over the next two years. A few edits have been made to the Policy Agenda since the May 23, 2001 draft was distributed, including: • Theme E, Economic Vitality of the Community: Under Goal I the objective "Analyze the cost of not growing"was suggested by Mayor Martinez • Theme G, Community Services: Goal 2,"Assess whether primary City services are being provided adequately to all segments of the community" is now an objective under Goal I After Council has adopted the Policy Agenda,the City Manager will work with staff and the boards and commissions to create work plans which support these themes. Staff will also work to share information with the community regarding Council's goals. RESOLUTION 2001-82 OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS ADOPTING CITY COUNCIL'S 2001-2003 POLICY AGENDA WHEREAS, under Article II of the City Charter, the City Council is responsible for the determination of all matters of City policy and for the provision of all public services; and WHEREAS, the Council has met with the City Manager to discuss the Council's vision for the Council's policy work over the next two years; and WHEREAS, the Council has identified seven major theme areas in which it wishes to concentrate its efforts during the two-year period; and WHEREAS, the Council has identified a number of policy goals and objectives that it will consider as it works to achieve this vision; and WHEREAS, the Council wishes to formally establish a Policy Agenda which will provide a guideline for the Council and citizens of the community for tracking the goals established by the Council and evaluating the accomplishments of the organization. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS that the 2001-2003 Policy Agenda, attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and incorporated herein by this reference, is hereby adopted to serve as the basis for such future legislative and administrative actions as may subsequently be deemed necessary and appropriate to address and resolve the various issues identified therein. Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins held this 19th day of June, A.D. 2001. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk Exhibit A City Council Themes, Goals and Objectives June 17,2001 a. Develop strategies that address long-term local and regional needs, including: • Transit • 10-year Capital Improvement Plan • Operations • Maintenance a. Promote additional safe routes for commuter-related bicycle travel b. Evaluate Van-Go and shared-ride programs c. Develop a detailed land-use plan and supporting development standards for the Mason Street Multi-Modal Transportation Corridor a. Keep trucks on I-25 b. Complete State Highway 414 Alternative Study a. Fund needed street improvements and maintenance b. Review the Master Street Plan, focusing on projects and needs that enhance the connectivity of the transportation system c. Complete street extensions(where a street has been stubbed out) d. Add lanes where called for in the Master Street Plan e. Address curb and sidewalk needs in the Buckingham, Alta Vista and Andersonville neighborhoods a. Work with other jurisdictions and agencies to establish regional transportation networks, e.g., street networks, transit, bicycle and pedestrian trails b. Explore the concept of a Regional Transportation Authority Page I of 9 Policy Agenda June 2001 7hews.doc a. Identify barriers to providing additional affordable housing b. Assist the Housing Authority Board in reaching its goals and objectives c. Increase private sector participation in Housing Authority projects and programs. d. Provide adequate resources for low-cost rental subsidies, affordable home ownership, and land banking e. Monitor and evaluate the role of local, not-for-profit agencies in the provision of affordable housing f. Provide a status update on the affordable housing demand study and the degree to which the City is meeting its targets a. Explore ways to prevent the decrease in property values related to increased rentals in a neighborhood b. Define what it means to be a"housing healthy" community c. Work cooperatively with CSU and the private sector to implement the goals and objectives of the University's Housing Master Plan d. Monitor the results of the Public Nuisance Ordinance e. Examine neighborhood parking policies in neighborhoods heavily impacted by university student residents f. Support strong neighborhood organizations g. Examine in-fill policies—which ones reinforce the positive characteristics of neighborhoods; which ones diminish the original character of a neighborhood a. Review the factors(such as the time to process development review applications; impact fees)that relate to the cost of producing housing and identify options, if any,to reduce costs Page 2 of 9 Policy Agenda Jame 2001 Themes.doc a. Look for opportunities to complete the projects listed in the"0 Priority" category (see Attachment A) a. Update the Civic Center Master Plan a. Conduct a case study analysis of growth management strategies: what has been tried and what have been the results? b. Continue to monitor and implement City Plan, doing more than just comparing goals and trigger points: • Examine the relationship between housing density/compact urban form and traffic congestion • Determine if mixed-use neighborhoods are working as intended • Explore more housing options, e.g. consider reducing the density requirements in the LMN zone and allow more single family homes to be constructed • Discuss the Growth Management Area(land area) for Fort Collins • Review/refine the City's Adequate Public Facilities policies (concurrent with new development) • Examine new zoning concepts (e.g., a redevelopment zone) for special needs areas such as: North College; Fort Collins' Air Park; area South of East Mulberry c. Update the following policies: • natural areas easements • annexation • impact fees Page 3 of 9 Policy Agenda June 2001 Thews.doc a. Complete the following plans: • Community separators • East Mulberry Corridor Plan • Regional I-25 plan • Northeast Cooperative Planning Area/I-25 Subarea Plan b. Work with Larimer County to address future land-use issues a. Examine policies and strategies for addressing redevelopment—to prevent long-term vacancies of large buildings; to avoid types of new development that may be an impediment to future redevelopment b. Define potential areas of redevelopment and examine options for redevelopment in the future. Page 4 of 9 Policy Agenda June 2001 Themes.doc a. Explore a variety of alternatives, including but not limited to: • Boosting revenue sources other than taxes • Partnering with other entities b. Refine the financial strategy for a 4-year capital plan(a sub-part of the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan and inventory) c. Continue to assign a greater proportionate share of General Fund revenues for primary services • Examine incremental service and budget plan (on a rotating basis during budget cycles) • Look for ways to trim and/or reallocate operational resources • Review the City's revenue policies to ensure a stable tax base for City services Page 5 of 9 Policy Agenda Jwe 2001 Themes.doc a. Define and explore the components of an"economically healthy" and vibrant community b. Evaluate pros and cons of the revenue sharing concept c. Review the City's role in economic development d. Analyze the cost of growth to the taxpayer e. Analyze the cost of not growing f. Review what has been happening in the region using the "Fiscal &Environmental Impact Model" a. Examine how the City can help the downtown and older areas of town remain healthy and economically vibrant b. Develop a new Strategic Plan for the downtown c. Identify strategies for keeping the North College Area vital for business Page 6 of 9 Policy Agenda June 2001 7hemes.doc i a. Continue to review the City's air and water quality policies and standards b. Review opportunities to enhance the City's water storage and distribution capabilities c. Review the final actions proposed to curb the growth of VMT's (vehicle miles traveled) a. Address solid waste disposal needs, including: • Opportunities to expand the array of materials that can be recycled • New landfill b. Review the City's environmental policies and make sure they are applied to City-owned properties a. Develop policies and practices that reallocate resources toward a greater energy efficiency, alternative sources and sustainability Page 7 of 9 Policy Agenda June 2001 Themea.doc a. Evaluate local traffic safety and enforcement services and needs. b. Enhance positive communication with the community utilizing a number of approaches via electronic technology, face-to-face interactions,neighborhood organization, and general community dialogue. c. Assess whether primary City services are being provided adequately to all segments of the community a. Describe and discuss the concept of special districts for providing certain City services b. Identify and discuss the pros and cons of establishing special service districts for certain City services, e.g., Science and Cultural district; Library district a. Revisit the City's policy/practice of selling water to other 0 entities, including the price charged other agencies and their price to their customers Page 8 of 9 Policy Agenda June 2001 Thews.dao Attachment A Downtown River Corridor Implementation Program First Priority Projects Cache la Poudre River Habitat Restoration Linden, Willow and Lincoln Streetscape Improvements Jefferson/Linden Intersection Improvements Jefferson/Riverside Streetscape Improvements Off-Street Public Parking Contaminated Site Assessments Recreational River Channel Enhancements Feasibility Study Oxbow - Acquisition for Public Use Flood Protection Improvements for the Buckingham Neighborhood N. CollegeNine - Flood Protection Triangle (Lincoln Avenue) - Flood Protection Lemay Avenue Levee Bank Stabilization Page 9 of 9 Policy Agenda June 2001 Themes.doc