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Charlene Way From:clerk@meridiancity.org Sent:Monday, June 15, 2020 9:14 AM To:Charlene Way Subject:Development Application Transmittals - 2020 Comprehensive Plan Policy Prioritization H-2020-0073 CPAT To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. Development Application Transmittal Link to Project Application: 2020 Comprehensive Plan Policy Prioritization - CPAT H-2020-0073 Hearing Date: July 16, 2020 Assigned Planner: Meridian Planning Division To view the City of Meridian Public Records Repository, Click Here The above “Link to Project Application” will provide you with any further information on the project. The City of Meridian is requesting comments and recommendations on the application referenced above. To review the application and project information please click on the application link above. 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Built for Business, Designed for Living All e-mail messages sent to or received by City of Meridian e-mail accounts are subject to the Idaho law, in regards to both release and retention, and may be released upon request, unless exempt from disclosure by law. 1 2 Hearing Date: July 16, 2020 File No.: H-2020-0073 Project Name: 2020 Comprehensive Plan Policy Prioritization Assigned Planner: Brian McClure Request: To amend the text of the City of Meridian Comprehensive Plan by adding priority levels and assigning responsible department leads to the existing policies of the Plan. This amendment makes no revisions to the text of the Plan, except to add priorities and responsible leads for the policies adopted in December of 2019, by City of Meridian Planning Division. Planning Division C�� E IDIAN COMMISSION & COUNCIL REVIEW APPLICATION Type of Review Requested(check all that apply) ❑Alternative Compliance ❑Annexation and Zoning ■ Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment ❑ Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment ❑ Conditional Use Permit STAFF USE ONLY: ❑ Conditional Use Permit Modification ❑Development Agreement Modification File number(s):H-2020-0073 ❑Final Plat Project name: 2020 Comprehensive Plan Policy ❑Final Plat Modification ❑Planned Unit Development Prioritization ❑Preliminary Plat Date filed: 10 June 2020 Date complete: 6/11/2020 ❑Private Street ❑Rezone Assigned Planner:Brian McClure ❑ Short plat Related files: ❑ Time Extension(Commission or Council) ❑UDC Text Amendment ❑Vacation(Council) Hearing date: 7/16/2020 x Commission❑ Council ❑Variance ❑ Other Applicant Information Applicant name:Brian McClure/Caleb Hood Phone:208-884-5533 Applicant address: 33 E Broadway Ave Email:bmcclure@meridiancity.org City:Meridian State:ID Zip: 83642 Applicant's interest in property: ❑ Own ❑Rent ❑ Optioned ■ Other Owner name:N/A Phone: N/A Owner address:N/A Email:N/A City:N/A State:N/A Zip:N/A Agent name(e.g.,architect,engineer,developer,representative): Firm name:N/A Phone:N/A Owner address:N/A Email:N/A City:N/A State:N/A Zip:N/A Primary contact is: ■Applicant ❑ Owner ❑Agent ❑ Other Contact name:N/A Phone:N/A Contact address:N/A Email:N/A City:N/A State:N/A Zip:N/A Subject Property Information Location/street address:N/A Assessor's parcel number(s):N/A Township,range, section:N/A Total acreage:N/A 33 E.Broadway Avenue,Suite 102 • Meridian,Idaho 83642 Phone: (208)884-5533 • Facsimile: (208)888-6854 e Website:www.meridiancity.org 1 (Rev.0210812013) Project Description Project/subdivision name:Amendment to the City of Meridian Comprehensive Plan General description of proposed project/request: This amendment makes no revisions to the text of the Plan, excep to add priorities and responsible leads for the policies adopted in December of 2019. Proposed zoning district(s):N/A Acres of each zone proposed:N/A Type of use proposed(check all that apply): ❑ Residential ❑ Commercial ❑ Office ❑ Industrial ■ Other Who will own&maintain the pressurized irrigation system in this development`?N/A Which irrigation district does this property lie within?N/A Primary irrigation source:N/A Secondary:N/A Square footage of landscaped areas to be irrigated(if primary or secondary point of connection is City water):N/A Residential Project Summary(if applicable) Number of residential units:N/A Number of building lots:N/A Number of common lots:N/A Number of other lots:N/A Proposed number of dwelling units(for multi-family developments only): 1 bedroom:N/A 2—3 bedrooms:N/A 4 or more bedrooms:N/A Minimum square footage of structure(s)(excl. garage):N/A Proposed building height:N/A Minimum property size(s.f):N/A Average property size(s.£):N/A Gross density(DU/acre-total land):N/A Net density(DU/acre-excluding roads&alleys):N/A Percentage of open space provided:N/A Acreage of open space:N/A Percentage of qualified open space acreage:N/A (See Chapter 3,Article G,for qualified open space) Type of open space provided in acres(i.e.,landscaping,public,common,etc):N/A Amenities provided with this development(if applicable):N/A Type of dwelling(s)proposed: ❑ Single-family Detached ❑ Single-family Attached ❑Townhomes ❑Duplexes ❑Multi-family ■ Other Non-residential Project Summary(if applicable) Number of building lots:N/A Other lots:N/A Gross floor area proposed:N/A Existing(if applicable):N/A Hours of operation(days and hours):N/A Building height:N/A Percentage of site/project devoted to the following: Landscaping:N/A Building:N/A Paving:N/A Total number of employees:N/A Number and ages of students/children(if applicable):N/A Total number of parking spaces provided:N/A Number of compact spaces provided:N/A Authorization Print applicant name:Brian McClure/Caleb Hood Applicant signature: 0 _ Date: 10 June 2020 33 E.Broadway Avenue,Suite 102 • Meridian,Idaho 83642 Phone: (208)884-5533 • Facsimile: (208)888-6854 . Website:www.meridiancity.org 2 (Rev.1114108) Mayor Robert E. Simison C� E IDIAN.� pity council Members: ��� Treg Bernt Brad Hoaglun Joe Borton Jessica Perreault D A H L, Luke Caverier Liz Strader June 12, 2020 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Robert Simison City Council Members Planning&Zoning Commissioners CC: City Clerk Cameron Arial, Director Caleb Hood, Planning Division Manager FROM: Brian McClure, Comprehensive Associate Planner RE: Comprehensive Plan Policy Prioritization The attached application is for an amendment to the City of Meridian Comprehensive Plan (Plan). Last September when the application for adoption of the new Plan was filed,planning staff indicated that the new policies would be prioritized later. This was so that a new Mayor and Council would have the opportunity to establish priorities.Staff is not proposing revisions to text in any part of the Plan, except to add priorities and responsible leads for 380 policies. Since the Plan is still very new, staff felt that it was important to respect the previous process and avoid making other modifications, however minor. The policies summarized in this memorandum and attached in full, represent the collective recommendation from involved Departments. Projects/Policies will vary in scope, with those of higher importance (very-high) already being undertaken in some cases, or actively considered and scoped in other City efforts. In summary, there are 492 policies with 380 of them being Action Items tasked as either ongoing, very high, high, medium or low priority. The other 112 policies are Goals and Objectives providing higher level context for the action items, thus not requiring assignment or priority. 1 At a high level, the following tables depict the spread of policies throughout the document, and how many policies each Department has in each priority period. Of the 380 Action Items, 295 are proposed as Ongoing, or to do regularly, at every opportunity. The following are general time periods for each of the priorities: • Very High= Currently/Immediately; • High= 1 to 3 years; • Medium= 3 to 5 years; • Low= 5 to 10 years; and • Ongoing=regular duties or at every opportunity. Table 1: Prioritization by Lem Section Low Medium High Very High Grand Total CD 5 3 20 11 39 Finance 0 1 0 0 1 Mayor's Office 1 4 3 0 8 P&R 4 6 6 8 24 PD 1 0 0 0 1 PW 3 4 2 3 12 Grand Total 14 18 31 22 85 Table 2: Priorities by Chapter Section I Table 3: On-going Items by Department Section Count Section Count Arts and Culture 12 CD 167 Character, Design, and Identity 21 FD 5 Economic Excellence 40 FD, PD 7 Education and Community 17 Finance 3 Services IT 1 Future Land use 22 Legal 3 Growth and Population 54 Mayor's Office 20 Historic Preservation 12 P&R 43 Housing 33 PD 11 Parks and Pathways 38 PW 35 Public Safety 27 Grand Total 295 Stewardship 43 Transportation and Streets 38 Utilities& Infrastructure 23 Grand Total 380 2 As with the previous Comprehensive Plan and in previous years, the Plan and more specifically the policies will generally be reviewed yearly for updates. The Mayor and Council will have regular opportunities to work with staff on these policies and priorities and to make adjustments. Finally, and as a reminder, the entire Comprehensive Plan including the policies are available on the City of Meridian website in mobile supportive format and also in PDF. The policies, or Implementation, are sortable by topic and can be searched with live results. • Website: https://meridiancily.or /g coMpplan/ Please feel free to reach out to staff if you have any questions regarding the adopted Comprehensive Plan or related Implementation. Attachments: v Implementation with Proposed Priorities 3 Implementation 4 Implementation Legend and Priority Periods PeriodLegend & Numbering Policy Type Priorities X.00.00 Chapter Very High Currently/Immediatley High Next 1 to 3 years X.01. Objective Medium 3 to 5 years X.01.01 Policy Low 5 to 10 years On-going Regular duties or at every opportunity Implementation Page 1 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 2.00.00 Chapter 2 Premier Community O 2.01.00 Support a balance and integration of diverse housingand neighborhood types. • • • • Encourage diverse housing options suitable for various income levels, household sizes, and 2.01.01 Housing CD, Mayor's Office Legal, Mayor's Office lifestyle preferences. 2.01.01A Align City Code with the policies of the Comprehensive Plan to reflect the community's Housing Very High CD Legal desires for various types, sizes, and designs of residential neighborhoods. 2.01.0113 Regularly assess permitting activity and work to encourage a mix of housing types. Housing On-going CD Maintain a range of residential land use designations that allow diverse lot sizes, housing 2.01.01C Housing On-going CD types, and densities. Regularly monitor local codes and ordinances to ensure compliance with state and federal 2.01.01D Housing On-going CD laws such as the Fair Housing Act. Encourage development of universally accessible home designs within new developments 2.01.01E and home retrofits, allowing residents to age in place and creating full accessibility for all Housing On-going CD residents of varying levels of physical ability. Maintain clear and concise housing development ordinances, codes, requirements, 2.01.01E Housing On-going CD restrictions, and policies that are consist with the Comprehensive Plan. Avoid the concentration of any one housing type or lot size in any geographical area; provide 2.01.01G Housing On-going CD for diverse housing types throughout the City. Locate higher density housing near corridors with existing or planned transit, Downtown, 2.01.01H Housing On-going CD and in proximity to employment centers. 2.01.011 Consider providing incentives to developers that produce affordable housing units as Housing Low CD CD, Legal, Mayor's � defined by federal and state agencies. Office Implementation Page 2 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 2.01.01J Support an open housing market for all persons, regardless of protected class. Housing ilk On-going CD Remove regulatory barriers and develop design criteria that support the construction of 2.01.01K Housing ilk Medium CD accessory dwelling units and micro homes where appropriate. Ensure the Unified Development Code provides opportunities for diverse and innovative 2.01.01E Housing On-going CD housing options. 2.01.01M Support active-adult or independent senior living developments. Housing On-going CD Work with the County/State on developing property tax relief programs for seniors and 2.01.01N Housing Low Mayor's Office others on low/fixed incomes. 2.01.02 Support a balance of housing tenure and supply and demand. Housing CD Regularly monitor property tax revenue and vacancy rates in the rental and ownership 2.01.02A Housing On-going CD market. Coordinate and align public and private housing development to improve consistency with 2.01.02B Housing ilk On-going CD local housing agency plans. 2.01.02C Explore ways to encourage diversity of housing tenure and price points. Housing High CD Encourage a variety of housing types that meet the needs, preferences, and financial 2.01.02D Housing On-going CD capabilities of Meridian's present and future residents. Support housing affordability, special-needs housing, ownership opportunities, and housing 2.01.02E rehabilitation through programs administered by the State of Idaho,Ada County, nonprofits, Housing On-going CD and federal agencies. 2.02.00 Plan for safe,attractive,and well-maintained neighborhoods that have ample open space, Housing CID FID, Finance, Legal, • generous amenities that provide varie• lifestyle choices. D Implementation Page 3 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 2.02.01 Elevate and enhance the quality and connectivity of residential site and subdivision Housing CD FD, Finance, Legal, � planning. P&R, PD With new subdivision plats, require the design and construction of pathways connections, 2.02.01A easy pedestrian and bicycle access to parks, safe routes to schools, and the incorporation of Housing ilk On-going CD P&R usable open space with quality amenities. Evaluate open space and amenity requirement and criteria for consistency with community 2.02.01B Housing Very High CD P&R, PD needs and values. Require all new residential neighborhoods to provide complete streets, consistent with the 2.02.01C Housing On-going CD FD Transportation and Land Use Integration Plan. Require pedestrian access in all new development to link subdivisions together and promote 2.02.01D Housing On-going CD neighborhood connectivity. Encourage the development of high quality, dense residential and mixed use areas near in 2.02.01E and around Downtown, near employment, large shopping centers, public open spaces and Housing On-going CD parks, and along major transportation corridors, as shown on the Future Land Use Map. Evaluate the potential to incentivize dedication of public school sites, public parks and other 2.02.01F open spaces, and public access easements to linear open space corridors,which contain Housing Low CD Finance, P&R bicycle and/or pedestrian pathway systems. Ensure development provides safe routes and access to schools, parks, and other 2.02.01G Housing On-going CD community gathering places. Evaluate and improve the current grading and stormwater drainage requirements for 2.02.01H Housing Very High PW CD, Legal subdivisions to ensure they reflect the community's values. 2.02.02 Maximize public services by prioritizing infill development of vacant and underdeveloped Housing CD CD, Finance, Legal, parcels within the City over parcels on the fringe. PW 2.02.02A Develop standards for upkeep of vacant lots such as dust and weed mitigation requirements. Housing Low PD CD 2.02.02B Consider incentives such as density bonuses, reduced open space requirements, and Housing Very High CD Finance, Legal, PW reduced fees for infill development in key areas near existing services. Implementation Page 4 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Support infill development that does not negatively impact the abutting, existing 2.02.02C development. Infill projects in Downtown should develop at higher densities, irrespective of Housing ilk On-going CD existing development. Apply appropriate design and construction standards to infill development in order to 2.02.02D Housing On-going CD reduce adverse impacts to existing development. 2.02.02E Assist development groups to develop multiple plats into one cohesive plat. Housing On-going CD Ensure that new development within existing residential neighborhoods is cohesive and 2.02.02E Housing Very High CD complementary in design and construction. 2.03.00 Improve coordinationof • and school district planning. Education and CD, Pl) Fl) Community 2.03.01 Jointly plan and site schools and subdivisions to ensure mutual benefits, neighborhood Education and O CD identity,and community health. Community Services Assist West Ada School District in identifying potential future school sites, by providing Education and 2.03.01A O On-going CD information about anticipated future land uses, utilities, and entitlements. Community Services Support construction of multi-use facilities that can be used by both schools and the Education and 2.03.01B Q On-going CD community. Community Services Invite West Ada School District staff to pre-application meetings with potential developers Education and 2.03.01C Q On-going CD and discuss school siting and access needs. Community Services Ensure the location and design of schools are compatible with existing and planned Education and 2.03.01D Q On-going CD neighborhoods and land uses. Community Services Work with West Ada School District to locate and connect schools to safe and accessible Education and 2.03.01E Q On-going CD walking, bicycle,transit, and automobile routes. Community Services Coordinate with public safety officials and other local agencies to ensure safe school Education and 2.03.02 Q PD FD environments. Community Services Implementation Page 5 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Support educational and training programs lead by school resource officers and Education and 2.03.02A Q On-going PD FD neighborhood contact officers. Community Services 2.04.00 Support a diverse range of . • opportunities that continues • Education and t • Office CID, FID, D Community 2.04.01 Partner with schools, non-profits,and other community-based organizations to provide a Education and © Mayor's Office CD, FD, P&R, PD variety of educational opportunities throughout all stages of life. Community Services 2.04.01A Support a network of public resources, schools, community centers and other public Education and Q On-going Mayor's Office FD, P&R, PD, PW facilities that address the city's educational and training needs. Community Services Encourage educational institutions and community organizations to provide a broad set of Education and 3.04.01B programs within the community, including programs for special needs students, early Q Community Services On-going Mayor's Office childhood,the arts, math and science, English as a Second Language, and life-skills. Investigate potential public-private partnerships to provide additional health and Education and 2.04.01C � Medium Mayor's Office CD, P&R educational programs. Community Services • • , Mayor's for existing and future residents of all ages. Community Services1 11 Plan for a multi-generational city with adequate public services and health care resources Education and CID, Mayor's j P&R Office, 2.05.01 Cooperate with other agencies and service providers around the Valley. Education and CD, Mayor's Office,Q Mayor's Office, P&R, Community Services P&R 2.05.01A Identify partnerships that support multi-generational activities. Education and Q Medium Mayor's Office P&R Community Services Continue to support the Meridian senior citizens' organization as an important social Education and 2.05.01B Q On-going Mayor's Office P&R program in the community. Community Services Support joint use agreements with the West Ada School District, Meridian Library District, Education and 2.05.01C Q On-going Mayor's Office P&R and other private and non-profit entities. Community Services Coordinate planning efforts and strategic growth of the City with other service providers and Education and 2.05.01D Q On-going CD Mayor's Office local decision-makers. Community Services Implementation Page 6 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Support and encourage involvement of seniors in activities,groups, and volunteer Education and 2.05.01E Q On-going Mayor's Office P&R opportunities. Community Services Support and encourage involvement of community youth in the Mayor's Youth Advisory Education and 2.05.01E Q On-going P&R Mayor's Office Council (MYAC) and other youth activities,groups and volunteer opportunities. Community Services Strengthen public services, programs, and community resources to be responsive to and Education and 2.05.01G Q On-going P&R Mayor's Office representative of Meridian's diversity. Community Services 2.05.02 Support access to high-quality emergency care, primary,outpatient, home care, long-term Education and O Mayor's Office CD, FD care,and mental health care within the community. Community Services 2.05.02A Encourage the expansion of medical service related industries that are needed. Education and Q On-going Mayor's Office CD, FD Community Services 2.06.00 Enhance Meridian's • • • position in the l• and regional economy. • • • Office Office, Diversify Meridian's economic base to establish and maintain a self-sustaining,full-service CD, Finance, Mayor's 2.06.01 Economic Excellence © Mayor's Office,CD economy. Office, PW Provide location-specific standards as incentives to attract high-quality businesses and living- 2.06.01A Economic Excellence © Medium Mayor's Office CD, Finance to-high wage jobs. Establish methods to support the business community by drafting an Economic 2.06.01B Development Plan in partnership with the Meridian Chamber of Commerce and Meridian Economic Excellence © High CD Mayor's Office Development Corporation. Regularly conduct industry market analysis to determine feasibility of existing and emerging 2.06.01C Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office industries to better understand workforce, land use, and transportation needs. 2.06.01D Encourage environmentally-friendly industries. Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office Focus on developing industries that tend exceed the living wage, such as technology, 2.06.01E Economic Excellence © High CD Mayor's Office healthcare and other similar industries. Implementation Page 7 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 2.06.02 Support economic opportunities for a community with diverse income levels. Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office 2.06.02A Regularly assess changes in local income levels. Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office Pursue public-private partnerships and economic development grants that bring additional 2.06.02B Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office job opportunities to the community. Coordinate with the public, private, and non-profit sectors on possibilities for 2.06.02C Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office creating/sustaining workforce housing. Work to encourage a diversity of housing, recreation, and mobility options to attract and 2.06.02D Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office sustain the local workforce. business-friendlyCreate a . • . 2.07.00 opportunities by developing a diverse and qualified workforce through • • • • CD Mayor's Office 2.07.01 Promote business retention,expansion,and improvement programs. Economic Excellence © CD Mayor's Office Connect businesses with local, state, regional, and federal resources for incentives, 2.07.01A Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office resources, and opportunities. Establish and maintain relationships with existing businesses and industry groups to 2.07.01B Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office determine present and future needs. Implement a clear development application review process for new and expanding 2.07.02 Economic Excellence © CD businesses. Streamline the approval process for development proposals that are consistent with the 2.07.02A Economic Excellence © Very High CD vision and values of the community. 2.07.0213 Maintain the integrity of public process and transparency of development review. Economic Excellence © On-going CD Implementation Page 8 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 2.07.02C Encourage developers to engage with the public early in the development proposal process. Economic Excellence © On-going CD Review development regulations to ensure an efficient process and remove unnecessarily 2.07.02D Economic Excellence © High CD burdensome costs and delays. Support innovative workforce development,training,technology, and education to meet 2.07.03 Economic Excellence © CD the needs of a diverse workforce. Coordinate with business leaders and local, regional, state, and non-profitjob-oriented 2.07.03A programs to match existing and anticipated business and industry needs and identify gaps in Economic Excellence © On-going CD workforce education and training needs. 2.08.00 Proactively recruit and attract new businesses to the area. Economic Excellence $ Office 2.08.01 Develop effective marketing tools and regional partnerships. Economic Excellence © CD Mayor's Office 2.08.01A Develop and maintain marketing materials to share with targeted industries. Economic Excellence © High CD Strengthen relationships with economic development sources for new business referrals and 2.08.01B Economic Excellence © On-going CD Mayor's Office opportunities. Pursue economic development opportunities with technology, healthcare, environmentally. 2.08.02 Economic Excellence © Mayor's Office CD, P&R friendly manufacturing, light industrial, and professional service industries. Make Meridian the premier place to create, attract, and retain high-quality businesses and a 2.08.02A Economic Excellence © On-going Mayor's Office CD, P&R talented workforce. Capitalize on the City's central location by promoting more tourism and business growth 2.08.02B Economic Excellence © On-going Mayor's Office CD along entryways and key corridors. Encourage new dynamic, sustainable,and collaborative opportunities that enhance 2.08.03 Economic Excellence © Mayor's Office,CD CD Meridian's existing and planned industrial nodes. Implementation Page 9 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Keep the Future Land Use Map current by defining appropriate locations for industrial, 2.08.03A Economic Excellence © On-going CD commercial, and office businesses. 2.08.03B Identify and consider services and programs desired by potential businesses within the Economic Excellence © Medium Mayor's Office CD industrial areas. Work with existing industrial businesses to expand or relocate operations to appropriate 2.08.03C Economic Excellence © On-going Mayor's Office CD areas. 2.09.00 Create positive,vibrant,and accessible commercialcommunity. • Office, 2.09.01 Support redevelopment and infill opportunities Downtown. Economic Excellence © CD CD, Finance, Mayor's Office, P&R 2.09.01A Pursue public-private partnerships to develop parking facilities. Economic Excellence © High CD Finance, Mayor's Office 2.09.0113 Establish incentives to develop gathering spaces and civic facilities within Downtown. Economic Excellence © High CD Finance, P&R 2.09.01C Work towards mitigating and removing floodplain issues around Downtown. Economic Excellence © High PW CD Pursue grant and other funding mechanisms to fund complete street and streetscape 2.09.01D Economic Excellence © On-going CD improvements. 2.09.01E Explore incentives for targeted projects that meet economic development goals. Economic Excellence © High CD Integrate and maintain quality public spaces throughout Downtown for recreation, social, CD, Mayor's Office, Mayor's 2.09.02 Economic Excellence © s Office and civic activities. P&R 2.09.02A Actively implement action items in the Destination Downtown Plan. Economic Excellence © High Mayor's Office CD Implementation Page 10 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 2.09.0213 Pursue grants and public-private partnerships to enhance Downtown. Economic Excellence © On-going CD Develop programs with local partners to expand art, cultural, and educational facilities in 2.09.02C Economic Excellence © Medium P&R Mayor's Office Downtown. Develop and support regular cultural activities and events Downtown, in partnership with 2.09.02D Economic Excellence © Medium P&R Mayor's Office the Downtown Business Association and other organizations. 2.09.02E Implement consistent landscaping, lighting, and historic preservation standards. Economic Excellence © On-going CD Support a compatible mix of land uses Downtown that activate the area during day and 2.09.02E Economic Excellence © On-going CD night. Implement the City of Meridian Design Standards and City of Meridian Architectural 2.09.02G Standards Manual to ensure that Downtown remains the historic center for mixed-use Economic Excellence © On-going CD tourism, business, retail, residential, and governmental activities. 2.09.03 Cultivate unique and diverse destination-type activities within Meridian's centers. Economic Excellence © CD, P&R Mayor's Office, CD Establish distinct, engaging identities within commercial and mixed use centers through 2.09.03A Economic Excellence © High CD design standards. 2.09.0313 Promote Ten Mile, Downtown, and The Village as centers of activity and growth. Economic Excellence © On-going CD Support public-private partnerships that provide plazas and public areas within activity 2.09.03C Economic Excellence © On-going P&R Mayor's Office, CD centers. 2.09.03D Develop a collaborative economic development strategy to recruit new businesses. Economic Excellence © High CD 2.09.03E Develop concept plans of potential destination activities and promote appropriate Economic Excellence © Low CD development, infill, and redevelopment of activity centers. Implementation Page 11 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 3.00.00 Chapter 33.01.00 Recognize that Meridian's Evolving Community population will continue to grow and .. Meridian's continued growth. M 3.01.01 Provide facilities and services that maintain a premier level of service commensurate with Growth and Population growth. 3.01.01A Evaluate comprehensive impacts of growth and consider City Master Plans and Strategic Growth and Population ® On-going CD All Plans in all land use decisions (e.g., traffic impacts, school enrollment, and parks). Update the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code as needed to accommodate 3.01.01B Growth and Population On-going CD the community's needs and growth trends. Ensure that regulations and plans support and encourage desired development and land use 3.01.01C Growth and Population ® On-going CD patterns within the Area of City Impact. Evaluate development proposals based on consistency with the vison as well as physical, 3.01.01D Growth and Population High CD social, economic, environmental, and aesthetic criteria. Coordinate with the City of Nampa, Canyon County, Star, Eagle, Kuna, Boise, and Ada County 3.01.01E Growth and Population ® On-going CD All on land use,transportation, and emergency services. 3.02.00 Maintain, improve,and expand the City's infrastructure to meet existing . growing Growth and Population Finance, Mayor's demands in a timely,orderly, . logicalOffice, 3.02.01 Develop and implement master plans for all public facilities,services, and safety to guide Growth and Population ® Finance, Mayor's All, CD, Finance, HR the growth of the City. Office, PW Provide City utilities in high priority growth areas and discourage in low priority growth 3.02.01A Growth and Population ® On-going PW areas. 3.02.01B Protect investments in existing public facilities (water,sewer, streets,fire, police, etc.) by Growth and Population ® On-going PW CD ensuring extension of services by new development is in the best interest of the City. Implementation Page 12 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Utilize preferred methods of communication with citizens and engage their input on public 3.02.01C Growth and Population On-going PW facilities planning, construction, and funding. Support the appropriate expansion of City facilities, services, staff, and other resources to 3.02.01D Growth and Population On-going PW CD, Finance, HR keep up with demand and established levels of service. Phase-in developments in accordance with their connection to the municipal sewer and 3.02.01E Growth and Population On-going PW CD water system and the provision of other necessary infrastructure and services. Maintain an efficient and fair system of fees and development requirements that assesses 3.02.01F the costs and benefits of financing public facilities and services,the need for which is Growth and Population On-going Finance CD, PW generated by new development. 3.02.01G Establish and maintain levels of service for public facilities and services, including water, Growth and Population High Mayor's Office All sewer, police,transportation, schools,fire, and parks. development3.03.00 Direct and prioritize • . special area plans. 3.03.01 Plan for an appropriate land use mix, recreational and civic facilities, and phased service Growth and Population ® CD, PW All, CD extension within specific area plans and urban renewal districts. Continue to develop and implement the desired vision in special areas, areas with specific 3.03.01A Growth and Population On-going CD plans, and along key transportation corridors. Actively engage with City leadership and community members to explore the idea, process, 3.03.0113 and potential impacts of implementing districts, subareas, neighborhood association areas, Growth and Population On-going CD or similar concepts. Consider developing new subarea plans as appropriate for areas with unique characteristics, 3.03.01C public/private partnerships in place, and that are compatible with Comprehensive Plan Growth and Population Very High CD All policies in order to provide additional guidance on future land uses, design, infrastructure, and amenities. Ensure that adequate water supply and pressure are available for fire protection in areas 3.03.01D Growth and Population On-going PW suitable for industrial and commercial uses. 3.03.01E Encourage infill development. Growth and Population High CD Implementation Page 13 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 3.03.02 Prioritize growth and development where it furthers the City's vision and allows for the Growth and Population ® CD, PW All, CD efficient provision of services. 3.03.02A Engage with service providers, City leadership, and community members to identify priority Growth and Population Very High CD All growth areas. 3.03.02B Focus future investments within established priority growth areas. Growth and Population On-going CD All 3.03.02C Utilize the City's Service Impact Tool to help identify potential strategic growth areas. Growth and Population On-going CD All As part of establishing and implementing strategic growth areas, consider including targeted 3.03.02D redevelopment/opportunity areas within the Area of City Impact, areas within the City limits Growth and Population Very High CD All and within a specified distance of major utility connections, and unincorporated county enclaves suitable for annexation. 3.03.02E Develop incentives for appropriate investment in strategic growth areas; discourage Growth and Population Very High CD All development outside of established growth areas. Require proposed development within areas further away from urban services, existing utilities or requiring significant City utility upgrades,to demonstrate fiscal benefits, strategic 3.03.02E Growth and Population On-going CD fit with the Comprehensive Plan, contiguity with existing development, and appropriate mitigation for any impacts to existing City service users. Build and provide services in a manner that promotes the vision of priority growth areas, 3.03.02G Growth and Population On-going PW CD reinforcing and protecting Meridian's growth objectives. Require rural area residential development to submit alternative development plan to allow 3.03.02H Growth and Population On-going PW CD for the efficient extension of urban services in the future (resubdivision plan). Annex lands into the corporate boundaries of the City only when the annexation proposal 3.03.03 conforms to the City's vision and the necessary extension of public services and Growth and Population ® PW, CD CD,All infrastructure is provided. Ensure development is connected to City of Meridian water and sanitary sewer systems and 3.03.03A the extension to and through said developments are constructed in conformance with the Growth and Population On-going CD PW City of Meridian Water and Sewer System Master Plans in effect at the time of development. Implement an irrevocable consent to annexation as a condition of hook-up to City sanitary 3.03.03B sewer or water and make a deed restriction on all buildable lots to be placed as a note on all Growth and Population ai On-going PW CD final plats. Implementation Page 14 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Require all City sewer and water inspections and plan review fees (for the main lines) in 3.03.03C Growth and Population � On-going PW CD effect at the time of development be paid to the City of Meridian. Require all development to be consistent with Future Land Use Map designations for the 3.03.03D Growth and Population � On-going CD property. 3.03.03E Require all development to be contiguous to the City. Growth and Population On-going CD Permit new development only where it can be adequately served by critical public facilities 3.03.03F and urban services at the time of final approval, and in accord with any adopted levels of Growth and Population On-going CD All service for public facilities and services. Require urban infrastructure be provided for all new developments, including curb and 3.03.03G Growth and Population On-going CD gutter, sidewalks,water and sewer utilities. 3.03.03H Evaluate both the short and longer-term fiscal and environmental impacts of annexing lands. Growth and Population On-going CD Evaluate the feasibility of annexing existing county enclaves and discourage the creation of 3.03.031 Growth and Population On-going CD additional enclaves. Encourage the assembly of parcels for master planning, design and entitlement purposes; 3.03.03J Growth and Population On-going CD discourage piecemeal annexation and development. Plan for transportation connectivity and the provision of adequate urban utilities and 3.03.04 Growth and Population ® CD Legal, PW services for county enclaves. Plan for connectivity between annexed parcels and county enclaves that may develop at a 3.03.04A Growth and Population On-going CD higher intensity. Ensure existing county enclaves provide necessary urban-level transportation and utility 3.03.04B Growth and Population On-going CD PW infrastructure as part of the annexation process. Consider the establishment of improvement districts, extra-ordinary impact fee areas, and 3.03.04C other funding mechanisms to provide the necessary urban infrastructure and services for Growth and Population High CD Legal, PW existing county enclaves. Implementation Page 15 of 43 ShapeID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support of 3.04.00 planning efforts. Advance, support, and promote development of City planning tools, including the 3.04.01 Comprehensive Plan, City ordinances, plans, and other guiding documents that execute the Growth and Population ® CD, IT, Mayor's Office All, PW City's vision. Promote the Comprehensive Plan as the primary guide for growth and development of the 3.04.01A Growth and Population ® On-going CD community. Maintain and update the Unified Development Code and Future Land Use Map to 3.04.01B Growth and Population � On-going CD implement the provisions of this Comprehensive Plan. Support and expand the capabilities of all City Departments and Staff to better serve the 3.04.01C Growth and Population � On-going Mayor's Office All community. Maintain, update, and find better ways to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in 3.04.01D Growth and Population � On-going IT All, PW everyday City business and for project-specific purposes. Monitor the progress of the Comprehensive Plan implementation plan to ensure steady 3.04.01E Growth and Population � On-going CD progress. Review the policies within the adopted Comprehensive Plan on a regular basis and update as 3.04.01E Growth and Population � On-going Mayor's Office All needed to ensure that they reflect, support, and advance the City's vision. Participate in planning efforts with COMPASS and affiliated local governments and agencies 3.04.01G Growth and Population � On-going CD PW to better coordinate planning policies regionally. Organize and fund committees or special commissions consistent with the provisions of this 3.04.01H Growth and Population On-going Mayor's Office All Comprehensive Plan. Enforce the Unified Development Code and all other City ordinances and ensure their 3.04.011 Growth and Population ® On-going CD alignment with the Comprehensive Plan. 3.04.02 Engage and inform the public about land use planning processes. Growth and Population ® CD, Mayor's Office CD Implementation Page 16 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Solicit public participation in the land use and entitlement process through a variety of 3.04.02A Growth and Population ® On-going CD digital and in person methods. Hold public meetings in conjunction with updates to the Comprehensive Plan to promote a 3.04.02B Growth and Population � On-going Mayor's Office CD better understanding of the plan and its purpose. Convey the Comprehensive Plan's legal elements and intent by informing and educating the 3.04.02C public, agencies and service providers, advisory boards and other stakeholders to improve Growth and Population On-going CD the overall planning process. 3.04.02D Improve the neighborhood meeting and public notice process. Growth and Population ® Very High CD Legal Ensure that all planning, zoning and land use decisions balance the interests of the 3.05.00 community by protecting private property rights f• . future Growthand Population generations. Enact land use ordinances, policies, and fees,and make decisions, including land use 3.05.01 Growth and Population ® Legal CD restrictions and conditions of approval,that do not violate private property rights. Conduct regular training with City Council, Planning&Zoning Commission, and City staff to 3.05.01A ensure that Idaho Code section 67-8003 is properly applied in land use planning and Growth and Population ® On-going Legal CD development review processes. Regularly review policies,the Unified Development Code, and other City regulations for 3.05.01B Growth and Population On-going Legal CD consistency with Idaho Code. Preserve private property rights and values by enforcing regulations that will prevent and 3.05.01C Growth and Population ® On-going Legal CD mitigate against incompatible and detrimental neighboring uses. 3.06.00 Ensure a variety and balance of land uses within the Area of City Impact. . use CD . Office, Plan for periodic review, monitoring,and updating of land uses within City limits and Area 3.06.01 Future Land use © CD Mayor's Office of City Impact. 3.06.01A Maintain the Future Land Use Map to reflect existing facilities. Future Land use © On-going CD Implementation Page 17 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Monitor and adjust the amount and mix of industrial, commercial, and office areas needed 3.06.01B Future Land use © High CD to meet the employment needs of the City. Coordinate with Ada County to ensure all applicable land use ordinances and provisions of 3.06.01C this Plan are recognized when development within the Area of City Impact but outside City Future Land use © On-going CD Mayor's Office Limits is proposed. 3.06.02 Plan for an appropriate mix of land uses that ensures connectivity, livability,and economic Future Land use © CD PW vitality. Support the inclusion of small-scale neighborhood commercial areas within planned 3.06.02A Future Land use © On-going CD residential developments as part of the development plan,where appropriate. Encourage and support mixed-use areas that provide the benefits of being able to live, shop, 3.06.02B dine, play, and work in close proximity,thereby reducing vehicle trips, and enhancing overall Future Land use © On-going CD livability and sustainability. 3.06.02C Encourage the development of supportive commercial near employment areas. Future Land use © On-going CD Plan for industrial areas with convenient access to state highways or the rail corridor,where 3.06.02D Future Land use © On-going CD appropriate. Discourage residential land uses in close proximity to the Wastewater Resource Recovery 3.06.02E Future Land use © High CD PW Facility,the Intermountain Gas Facility on Can-Ada Road, and other incompatible land uses. 3.06.02F Allocate land uses near the rail corridor to both support industrial and freight movement but Future Land use © On-going CD also residential and the movement of people within the corridor. 3.07.00 Encourage compatibleand site design to minimize conflictsand maximize use of • Future Land use CID 3.07.01 Proactively address potential conflicts between incompatible uses. Future Land use © CD Require all new development to create a site design compatible with surrounding uses 3.07.01A Future Land use © On-going CD through buffering,screening,transitional densities, and other best site design practices. Implementation Page 18 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 3.07.0113 Encourage land uses and site designs that do not harm natural systems and resources. Future Land use © On-going CD Require appropriate landscaping, buffers, and noise mitigation with new development along 3.07.01C Future Land use © On-going CD transportation corridors (setback,vegetation, low walls, berms, etc.). Preserve the industrial base within designated industrial land use areas by discouraging non- 3.07.01D industrial uses and focusing on light manufacturing, distribution,flex-space, and base- Future Land use © High CD employment. Where feasible, encourage large transmission and pipeline utility corridors to function as 3.07.01E transitional buffers, parkland, pathways, and gathering spaces within and adjacent to their Future Land use © On-going CD right of way. 3.07.02 Integrate land use and transportation planning to ensure that they mutually support the Future Land use © CD P&R communities'goals and desires. Require pedestrian circulation plans to ensure safety and convenient access across large 3.07.02A Future Land use © On-going CD commercial and mixed-use developments. Locate smaller-scale, neighborhood-serving commercial and office use clusters so they 3.07.02B complement and provide convenient access from nearby residential areas, limiting access to Future Land use © On-going CD arterial roadways and multimodal corridors. 3.07.02C Focus development and redevelopment intensity on key transportation corridors. Future Land use © On-going CD Pursue transit-supportive densities of residential and employment uses along key multi- 3.07.02D Future Land use © On-going CD modal corridors. Explore the development of additional design guidelines or standards for transit-oriented 3.07.02E Future Land use © On-going CD development. Coordinate with transportation agencies to align future needed infrastructure with land use 3.07.02E Future Land use © On-going CD plans and implement through the development review processes. Coordinate with transportation agencies, private property owners and the public to plan for 3.07.02G appropriate land uses that will accommodate both freight and public transportation access Future Land use © On-going CD within the rail corridor. Implementation Page 19 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Integrate the Meridian Pathways Master Plan into the site development review process to 3.07.02H Future Land use © On-going CD P&R ensure planned paths are built out as adjacent land develops. Coordinate3.08.00 . . ensure the long-termof existing and future residents . . Office 3.08.01 Plan and expand public utility facilities and services as part of the development process. Utilities&Infrastructure CD All Require that development projects have planned for the efficient provision of all public 3.08.01A Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD All services. 3.08.01B Require adequate fees from new development to fund expansion of services. Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD All 3.08.01C Ensure that other City departments, area agencies, and service providers are informed about Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD All and have an opportunity to participate in the City's development review process. Consider the impact on key service providers prior to acting on annexation requests at a 3.08.01D Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD All public hearing. Ensure key service providers have provided written comment on the impact and potential 3.08.01E mitigation measures that may be necessary, prior to acting on large development Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD All applications. Cooperate with other agencies and service providers around the Valley to continuously PW, P&R, Mayor's 3.08.02 Utilities&Infrastructure � CD, IT, PW provide essential services and utilities to all residents. Office Communicate planning efforts with local decision makers and utility service providers, 3.08.02A Utilities& Infrastructure On-going PW CD including irrigation districts, energy, natural gas, solid waste, and telecommunications. Coordinate with developers, irrigation districts, and drainage entities to implement the 3.08.02B Utilities& Infrastructure Very High P&R CD proposed pathway network along canals, ditches, creeks, laterals and sloughs. Regularly coordinate with other public utilities and essential service providers and annually 3.08.02C Utilities& Infrastructure On-going PW CD review master plans for public facilities and services; update as needed. Implementation Page 20 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Coordinate with Idaho Power to make additions and improvements to their facilities so that 3.08.02D Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD PW adequate capacity for projected growth is realized. 3.08.02E Encourage the enhancement of the capacity and reliability of renewable energy resources. Utilities& Infrastructure On-going PW CD 3.08.02F Encourage multi-use utility corridors. Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD PW Support the expansion of and accessibility to high-speed internet and broadband 3.08.02G Utilities& Infrastructure On-going Mayor's Office IT, PW throughout the Area of City Impact. 3.08.03 Coordinate with utility providers on acceptable landscape materials, design and site Utilities&Infrastructure ® CD PW locations for their future facilities to avoid negative impacts to the community. Minimize the impact of electric facilities in environmentally sensitive areas and consider 3.08.03A Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD PW social and environmental justice impacts. Site utility corridors within identified or designated transportation corridors and ensure that 3.08.03B Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD PW they connect to similar facilities in adjacent jurisdictions. Coordinate future placement of Idaho Power electrical transmission lines and substations in 3.08.03C Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD PW accordance with Eastern Treasure Valley Electric Plan. 3.08.03D Encourage all electrical distribution utilities to be located underground. Utilities& Infrastructure On-going CD PW 3.09.00 Maximize diversion of the municipal waste stream from disposal Officethe amount of solid waste generated in the City. Mayor's 3.09.01 Develop and support markets for recycled materials and products. Utilities& Infrastructure PW Legal, Mayor's Office Investigate opportunities with other jurisdictions and private refuse contractors for new 3.09.01A Utilities& Infrastructure Medium PW Legal waste reduction and recycling markets. Implementation Page 21 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 3.09.0113 Establish solid waste fees that encourage waste reduction and recycling. Utilities& Infrastructure Low PW Legal Develop and implement public education and outreach activities to raise awareness on 3.09.01C Utilities& Infrastructure On-going PW Mayor's Office waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and hazardous waste reduction. 3.09.02 Establish recycling/diversion and hazardous waste disposal goals. Utilities&Infrastructure PW Maintain opportunities for proper disposal of target priority waste streams such as mercury, 3.09.02A Utilities& Infrastructure On-going PW used oil,fluorescent lamps, used gas, and waste tires. Work with local stakeholders to develop public education campaigns regarding the 3.09.02B Utilities& Infrastructure On-going PW importance of and opportunities for the proper disposal of hazardous waste. 3.09.03 Reinforce existing City recycling and procurement policies. Utilities&Infrastructure ® PW Finance Partner with City's solid waste contractor to investigate conservation options including 3.09.03A Utilities& Infrastructure Medium PW composting, recycling, and green waste. Maintain internal recycling and sustainability programs that procure specific recycled 3.09.03B Utilities& Infrastructure On-going PW Finance content and less hazardous materials. 4.00.00 Chapter 4 Livable CommunityPursue partnerships and funding sources to facilitate and expand access to parks and CID Finance, HR, ® 0 4.01.00 and • Office, recreational facilities, programming,and services. Increase appropriate partnerships within the community to provide programs and CD, Finance, Legal, 4.01.01 Parks and Pathways � Finance P&R activities to the community. Mayor's Office Explore additional partnership opportunities as well as build on existing partnerships with 4.01.01A Parks and Pathways On-going P&R CD, Finance focus on low-service areas. Implementation Page 22 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Identify desired sports facilities or complexes and establish partnerships that foster their Finance, Mayor's 4.01.01B Parks and Pathways � High P&R development. Office 4.01.01C Continue to explore partnerships with alternative providers,such as schools,to increase parks and Pathways On-going P&R CD, Legal level of service. Evaluate impact fees for public open space to ensure development is paying the full 4.01.01D Parks and Pathways On-going Finance P&R allowable fee. 4.01.02 Increase opportunities to fund programming,services, and facility improvements. Parks and Pathways Finance, P&R Finance, Legal, P&R 4.01.02A Increase special event and activities sponsorships. Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Legal 4.01.0213 Pursue grant and philanthropic opportunities at the federal, state, regional, and local levels. Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Finance Implement a cost recovery and pricing policy to determine a consistent method of pricing 4.01.02C Parks and Pathways Medium Finance P&R Parks and Recreation activities. Explore feasibility of a dedicated funding source for parks and recreation through special 4.01.02D Parks and Pathways Medium P&R Finance revenue, sports, or other available sources. Consider a process and policies for the acceptance of donated land and or money to be 4.01.02E Parks and Pathways Low P&R Finance, Legal dedicated to public open space or facilities. 4.01.02F Explore the use of digital displays to show showcase and advertise City events near parks. Parks and Pathways Low P&R Legal 4.01.03 Continue to improve organizational efficiencies and maintain existing quality standards for parks and Pathways P&R Finance, HR park facilities and recreational amenities. 4.01.03A Enhance and improve internal and external communication regarding recreation activities parks and Pathways On-going P&R IT and services using social media and mobile tools. Implementation Page 23 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 4.01.0313 Staff appropriately to meet demand and maintain established quality of service. Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Finance 4.01.03C Expand and improve the volunteer program to meet growing needs. Parks and Pathways On-going P&R HR 4 1 11 Provide for park acquisition and maintenance to meet projected city and population Parks and Pathways Finance, P&R CID, Finance, Legal, growth • demands. • Office Continue working toward the park land level of service goal of four acres/1,000 persons CD, Finance, Legal, 4.02.01 Parks and Pathways � Finance P&R and a 0.5 miles service area radius from residences. Mayor's Office Evaluate developer impact fee to align with Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) requests and 4.02.01A Parks and Pathways On-going Finance P&R current park land level of service. Continue to find and purchase additional land for future park development where level of 4.02.01B Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Finance service is below threshold. Identify and require future park sites using information in the Meridian Parks and Recreation 4.02.01C Parks and Pathways On-going P&R CD Master Plan and on the Future Land Use Map. 4.02.01D Look for opportunities to add parks and pathways in new growth areas. Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Finance, Legal, Mayor's Office 4.02.01E Consider population/housing density and accessibility when acquiring future land for parks parks and Pathways On-going P&R CD and recreation. 4.02.02 Provide a variety of park types(neighborhood parks,community parks, regional parks) Parks and Pathways P&R Finance, Mayor's � with a diversity of uses and activities interspersed throughout the community. Office Consider programming needs for all ages and abilities when adding new components to 4.02.02A Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Finance existing parks or when developing new parks. 4.02.02B Continue to monitor recreational trends to stay current with programming and demand. Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Mayor's Office Implementation Page 24 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Consider future operation and maintenance costs and work to minimize those costs into the 4.02.02C Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Finance development of park while delivering a highly functional and quality park. 4.02.03 Monitor and evaluate the use, demands, and trends of recreation components. Parks and Pathways P&R Finance, Mayor's Office Implement and maintain the existing Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Master Plan, Finance, Mayor's 4.02.03A Parks and Pathways � On-going P&R Comprehensive Parks and Recreation System Plan, and Life Cycle Replacement Programs. Office Office4.03.00 Maintain and improve the user experience and awareness of recreational facilities, Parks and Pathways P&R CID, IT, Legal, Mayor's amenities,and programs. 4.03.01 Increase year round recreational programming and activities that encourage education, Parks and Pathways P&R CD, IT, Legal, Mayor's � health and wellness, community involvement,and multi-sensory play. Office Explore opportunities for additional indoor recreation space through partnerships, CD, Legal, Mayor's 4.03.01A Parks and Pathways � Very High P&R agreements, and the construction of a new Community Center. Office Continue to look for opportunities to expand programs around working hours and 4.03.01B Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Mayor's Office commuting citizens. Explore increasing the number of program opportunities for seniors,young adults,teens, 4.03.01C Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Mayor's Office tweens, and people with special needs. Set targets, identify gaps, and deploy programs, activities, and events that provide 4.03.01D Parks and Pathways On-going P&R IT, Mayor's Office multigenerational recreational opportunities. Support symbiotic uses of facilities through programs that encourage community 4.03.01E Parks and Pathways On-going P&R Mayor's Office interactions. 4.03.02 Add destination park amenities that uniquely blend arts,entertainment, and culture. Parks and Pathways P&R Finance, Mayor's Office 4.03.02A Explore opportunities to add destination playground and natural play areas with climbing parks and Pathways High P&R Finance, Mayor's features and multi-sensory play. Office Implementation Page 25 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Foster development of discovery-oriented parks that uniquely blend arts, entertainment, Finance, Mayor's 4.03.02B Parks and Pathways � High P&R and culture. Office 4.04.00 Develop a connected,comfortable,and comprehensive network of multi-purpose Parks and Pathways P&R CID pathways. M 4.04.01 Seamlessly connect local pathways with regionally significant pathways. Parks and Pathways P&R CD 4.04.01A Ensure that new development and subdivisions connect to the pathway system. Parks and Pathways Very High P&R CD 4.04.01B Provide options for passive recreational opportunities not typically supplied by parks and parks and Pathways Very High P&R CD facilities, such as jogging,walking, and bicycling. 4.04.01C Establish and enhance regional pathway connections to the adjacent communities of Eagle, parks and Pathways Very High P&R CD Nampa, Boise, Caldwell, and Kuna. Link pathways to important pedestrian generators, environmental features, historic 4.04.02 Parks and Pathways 0 P&R CD landmarks, public facilities,Town Centers, and business districts. Identify opportunities for new paths that connect residential neighborhoods and community facilities, such as the library and city hall, parks, schools, athletic facilities, swimming pools, 4.04.02A Parks and Pathways � Very High P&R CD historic districts,the Downtown, as well as other commercial and retail activity centers in Meridian. Preserve existing public rights-of-way and other easements for future pathways and 4.04.0213 accessways, particularly along powerline and utility corridors, railway corridors, and Parks and Pathways M Very High P&R CD waterway or irrigation corridors. 4.04.02C Continue partnerships with area irrigation districts to continue to expand pathway system parks and Pathways On-going P&R CD along existing waterways. Parks and Pathways P&R 4.04.03 Facilitate accessibility of pathway system for people of all abilities, pedestrians, bicyclists, CD, FD, Mayor's � and other non-motorized pathway users. Office, PD Through coordination with Pathway Plan updates, locate trailheads at or in conjunction with 4.04.03A park sites, schools, and other community facilities to increase local access to the pathway Parks and Pathways High P&R CD system and reduce duplication of supporting improvements. Implementation Page 26 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Furnish pathway systems with trailhead improvements that include interpretive and 4.04.0313 directional signage systems, benches, drinking fountains, restrooms, parking and staging Parks and Pathways to High P&R Mayor's Office areas, and other services for all ages and abilities. 4.04.03C Develop pathway design and development standards that are easy to maintain and access parks and Pathways High P&R FD, PD by maintenance, security, and emergency vehicles. to CD, Mayor's Office, CD, Finance, Legal, 4.05.00 Preserve, protect,enhance,and wisely use natural resources. • • 4.05.01 Protect and enhance existing waterways,groundwater,wetlands,wildlife habitat, air, Stewardship ® CD, P&R, PW CD soils,and other natural resources. Identify waterways,wetlands, other natural resources,viewsheds, and natural features of 4.05.01A Stewardship On-going PW CD topographic interest for preservation. 4.05.0113 Develop and implement programs to encourage and promote tree health and preservation Stewardship ® Medium P&R CD throughout the City, including along waterways and within proposed development. Limit canal tiling and piping of creeks, sloughs, laterals, and drains to man-made facilities 4.05.01C Stewardship ® On-going CD where public safety issues cannot be mitigated or are not of concern. Improve and protect creeks and other natural waterways throughout commercial, industrial, 4.05.01D Stewardship ® On-going CD and residential areas. 4.05.01E Assess environmental impact of potential new development, infill, and redevelopment. Stewardship ® On-going CD 4.05.01F Preserve, protect, and provide open space for recreation, conservation, and aesthetics. Stewardship ® On-going CD Support a long-term transportation system that conforms to the public health standard for 4.05.01G Stewardship ® On-going CD carbon monoxide attainment. 4.05.02 Protect Meridian's surface water quality. Stewardship ® CD, PW CD, Finance, Legal, P&R, PW Implementation Page 27 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Refine framework of environmental programs including construction, storm water 4.05.02A compliance, and floodplain management to satisfy the City's requirements under the Clean Stewardship ® Medium PW Water Act, FEMA, and the National Flood insurance program. 4.05.0213 Provide incentives for developers to grant conservation easements along creek-side Stewardship ® Medium CD Finance, Legal, P&R, corridors. PW 4.05.02C Encourage the incorporation of creek corridors as amenities in development design. Stewardship ® On-going CD 4.05.02D Identify and implement Low Impact Development(LID) in storm water drainage systems that Stewardship ® Low CD are administered by the City of Meridian. Develop and cultivate partnerships with local and regional stakeholders on public education 4.05.02E Stewardship ® On-going CD campaigns for water conservation and water quality. Promote the increase of permeable areas through sound site design and use of materials 4.05.02E Stewardship ® On-going PW CD that limit stormwater runoff. Preserve prime farmland within the Area of City Impact to maintain rural character and 4.05.03 Stewardship ® CD, Mayor's Office CD provide opportunities for local produce and continued farming operations. Encourage, as appropriate,the continued use of land for farming near Area of City Impact 4.05.03A Stewardship ® On-going CD boundaries to effectively transition from rural uses to urban. 4.05.03B Slow the outward progression of the City's limits by discouraging fringe area development; Stewardship ® High Mayor's Office CD encourage development of vacant or underutilized parcels currently within City limits. Support appropriate agriculture operations within the Area of City Impact as a source of 4.05.03C Stewardship ® On-going Mayor's Office CD locally grown food. 4.05.03D Consider public support for funding to preserve open space as part of permanent land trust. Stewardship ® Very High CD Mayor's Office CD, PW, Finance, 4.06.00 Improve air quality and reduce air pollution in the Meri• and Treasure Valley airshed. Stewardship All, FD Mayor'sOffice Implementation Page 28 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Protect public health by reducing ozone,fine particulate matter and other greenhouse CD, PW, Mayor's 4.06.01 Stewardship ® All, FD gases and toxics in the air. Office Coordinate with ACHD to improve traffic flow, minimize vehicle time spent idling and 4.06.01A Stewardship ® On-going CD accelerating, and reduce the number of single-occupancy vehicles. Promote transportation choices, facilities, and alternatives such as car and van pooling, 4.06.01B Stewardship ® On-going CD public transit, alternative fleet vehicles, bicycle racks/storage and telecommuting. Partner with transportation agencies and large employers to promote public awareness of 4.06.01C Stewardship ® On-going CD air quality concerns and the need/benefits of making alternative transportation choices. Research utilization/installation of Energy Management Systems in municipal buildings to 4.06.01D Stewardship ® Medium PW track and cut energy costs for lighting and heating/cooling. Convert appropriate municipal fleet vehicles to low-emission/alternative fuel vehicles when 4.06.01E Stewardship ® On-going PW All feasible. 4.06.01F Participate with Ada County in publicizing burning bans when necessary. Stewardship ® On-going Mayor's Office FD 4.07.00 Reduce energy consumption in municipal facilities and • . • provide promoting energy conservation througho .r Office, 4.07.01 Provide City services in an environmentally sustainable and cost effective manner. Stewardship ® PW, CD CD, Finance, Mayor's Office, PW Investigate funding opportunities to finance City conservation programs and projects, and 4.07.01A Stewardship ® On-going PW Finance retrofit Meridian public buildings to improve energy efficiency. Support construction projects that demonstrate an innovative and effective approach to 4.07.01B Stewardship ® On-going PW CD stormwater management and Low Impact Development. Partner with other entities to expand opportunities for energy conservation outreach and 4.07.01C Stewardship ® On-going PW Mayor's Office education, such as schools, utility providers, and other public places. Implementation Page 29 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Seek opportunities for public-private partnerships to develop and showcase alternative 4.07.01D electricity-generating facilities or to enhance the capacity and reliability of renewable energy Stewardship ® On-going PW Mayor's Office resources. 4.07.01E Build public facilities that utilize energy conservation technologies. Stewardship ® On-going PW Mayor's Office 4.07.01F Adopt and implement guidelines and standards for energy conservation practices. Stewardship ® Low PW Partner with regional stakeholders to increase public awareness of the benefits of 4.07.01G Stewardship ® On-going PW CD, Mayor's Office sustainable design and constructing high-performance built environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop demonstration projects incorporating water and 4.07.01H Stewardship ® Low PW energy conservation; and energy efficient construction methods and materials. Integrate new technologies and advancements in building science to promote a whole- building approach to sustainability. Recognize performance in five key areas of human and 4.07.011 Stewardship ® On-going CD PW environmental health: sustainable site development,water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality. Identify funding sources and appropriate partners to stimulate energy efficient retrofits in 4.07.01J Stewardship ® On-going CD Finance, PW existing housing stock. 4.08.00 Responsibly • . future users by focusingon stewardship and Stewardship PW CD fiscal and environmental sustainability. Protect public health and watersheds through adequate treatment and disposal of 4.08.01 Stewardship ® PW wastewater. Implement and maintain the Public Works Department's Sewer Master Plan and Wastewater 4.08.01A Stewardship On-going PW Resource Recovery Facility Plan. 4.08.02 Provide cost effective and environmentally sustainable wastewater service to citizens and Stewardship ® PW CD business. Eliminate existing private treatment and septic systems on properties annexed into the City 4.08.02A and instead connect users to the City wastewater system; discourage the prolonged use of Stewardship On-going PW CD private treatment septic systems for enclave properties. Implementation Page 30 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 4.09.00 Provide ampleand clean water to the citizens of • perpetuity. • • PW CD, Mayor's Office, Finance 4.09.01 Protect the quality of source water. Stewardship ® PW CD Ensure that new development is connected to the City's sanitary sewer system (no septic 4.09.01A Stewardship ® On-going PW CD systems). 4.09.01B Develop a source water protection plan. Stewardship ® High PW CD 4.09.02 Provide water in a cost effective and healthy manner. Stewardship ® PW 4.09.02A Develop and implement a water supply master plan. Stewardship ® On-going PW 4.09.0213 Assess and provide new water sources. Stewardship On-going PW 4.09.03 Conserve existing water supplies. Stewardship ® PW, CD Mayor's Office, PW 4.09.03A Implement and maintain the Public Works Department Water Conservation Plan. Stewardship ® On-going PW Reduce reliance on City potable water for landscape irrigation purposes by educating the 4.09.03B public, encouraging the use of recycled water, and adoption of water conserving landscape Stewardship ® On-going PW guidelines. 4.09.03C Maintain a public outreach program on water conservation. Stewardship ® On-going PW Mayor's Office Encourage the appropriate and attractive use of xeric drought-tolerant plant species and 4.09.03D Stewardship ® On-going CD PW non- plant materials that reduce landscape maintenance and water consumption. Implementation Page 31 of 43 ProtectID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support public . safety by guiding • . development away fr• . • • 4.10.00 Public Safety CD, PW , Mayor's areas that pose a threat to people and property. 13 Office, PD, PW 4.10.01 Reduce the threat of loss of life and property from hazards. Public Safety Q CD, PW CD, FD, Mayor's Office, PD, PW 4.10.01A Plan for and allow land uses surrounding the Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility that Public Safety Very High PW CD reduce human exposure to odors. 4.10.01B Require industrial uses to conform to disposal, spill, and storage measures as outlined by the Public Safety 0 On-going PW CD, FD, PD Environmental Protection Agency. Work with ITD and ACHD to ensure highways and roadways are designed to mitigate natural 4.10.01C Public Safety On-going CD PD, FD hazards and are as safe as possible. Work with Idaho Power to ensure that a National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor 4.10.01D Public Safety 0 On-going CD Mayor's Office does not traverse through Meridian. Identify and protect areas below canals and laterals that could be damaged if the slope is 4.10.01E Public Safety 0 On-going CD PW compromised. 4.10.01F Identify target hazards based on commercial/industrial occupancy type. Public Safety On-going FD PD 4.10.01G Encourage the installation of residential fire sprinklers as part of a comprehensive fire safe Public Safety 0 On-going FD CD community effort. 4.10.01H Develop lot grading, dust, and drainage standards for residential development to mitigate Public Safety 0 Very High PW CD, Legal slope erosion and protect property. Create an environment in which the people of Meridian feel safe by providing effective fire, CID,Clerk's, FID, 11 police,and other emergency response services. Public + . Office, PID 4.11.01 Ensure the capability to direct,control,and coordinate emergency response and recovery Public Safety Q FD, PD CD, Mayor's Office operations. Implementation Page 32 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Coordinate with emergency service providers on proposed annexation and development 4.11.01A requests, and the reporting of impacts on services through comprehensive analysis and Public Safety 0 On-going FD, PD adopted standards. 4.11.01B Assess and compare response times to adopted standards for identification of additional Public Safety 0 On-going FD, PD CD, Mayor's Office needed resources. Identify future and current fire and police station locations based on adopted service level 4.11.01C Public Safety � On-going FD, PD standards and goals. 4.11.01D Prioritize the location of future fire and police stations on collectors to eliminate access Public Safety 0 On-going FD, PD issues on arterials. 4.11.01E Communicate with staff, elected and appointed officials on impacts from development to Public Safety On-going FD, PD CD, Mayor's Office adopted Police and Fire Department response time standards and goals. 13 Based on Police Allocation Model (PAM), ensure adequate Police staff and resources to 4.11.01E Public Safety 0 On-going PD respond to growth and development. Support crime prevention and risk reduction through environmental design,sharing 4.11.02 Public Safety Q PD, FD resources and information with other cities, and citizen assistance. Develop programs, in partnership with allied agency responders,which focus on 4.11.02A Public Safety � On-going FD, PD preventative emergency medical services risk reduction. 4.11.02B Coordinate Fire and Police Department planning,training, and response efforts with Public Safety 0 On-going FD, PD neighboring jurisdictions. Coordinate with Meridian Rural Fire Protection District as growth occurs in the Area of City 4.11.02C Public Safety � On-going FD Impact. 4.11.02D Help educate and curtail the rate of drug, alcohol,tobacco and other substance use. Public Safety 0 On-going PD Work with public and private development and management groups to promote and 4.11.02E Public Safety � On-going PD implement Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) strategies. Implementation Page 33 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Enhance crime prevention awareness through the education of neighborhood watch groups, 4.11.02F multi-family property management companies, homeowners' associations, and other Public Safety 0 On-going PD organizations. Utilize the crime analysis unit to identify ongoing crime trends utilizing statistical analysis, 4.11.02G Public Safety 0 On-going PD heat maps, and other tools to more effectively and effectively deploy police resources. 4.11.03 Ensure that quality fire protection, rescue and emergency medical services are provided Public Safety Q FD CD,Clerk's, P&R, PD within Meridian. Maintain and enforce construction standards, and adopt fire protection codes that are 4.11.03A Public Safety 0 On-going FD CD consistent with International Fire Code standards. 4.11.03B Develop contingency plans for special events to ensure adequate fire and emergency Public Safety On-going FD Clerk's, P&R, PD medical services. 13 4.11.04 Provide quality police services for public health, safety,and welfare throughout the Public Safety Q PD Clerk's, FD, P&R community. 4.11.04A Develop contingency plans for special events to ensure adequate police protection. Public Safety 0 On-going PD Clerk's, FD, P&R 4.11.0413 Support and cooperate with federal, state, and local public safety agencies. Public Safety 0 On-going PD Consider police protection and enforcement issues as part of the development review 4.11.04C process and as part of mobile sales,vehicle immobilization, and alcohol permitting and Public Safety Q On-going PD licensing processes. 4.11.04D Continue coordinating with the Idaho Humane Society to ensure delivery of services. Public Safety 0 On-going PD 5.00.00 Chapter 5 Vibrant Community e 0 5.01.00 Sustain,enhance, promote,and protect elements that contribute to livability and a high Character, Design,and CID, Mayor's Office FD, P&R, PD, PW quality of life for all Meridian residents. Identity Implementation Page 34 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support and Design, 5.01.01 Encourage the safety, health, and well-being of the community. Character, a CD P&R, PD Identity 5.01.01A Foster a walkable and bikeable community through good site and street design. Character, Design, and e On-going CD Identity Provide pathways, crosswalks,traffic signals and other improvements that encourage safe, Character, Design, and 5.01.01B 8 On-going CD P&R physical activity for pedestrians and bicyclists. Identity Provide, partner, and preserve public and private indoor and outdoor recreation amenities Character, Design, and 5.01.01C e On-going CD for a diverse range of physical activities. Identity Plan for and encourage neighborhoods that provide reasonable pedestrian and bicycle Character, Design, and 5.01.01D 8 On-going CD access to services like healthcare, daycare, grocery stores, and recreational areas. Identity Promote best management practices to control the spread of noxious weeds, in conjunction Character, Design, and 5.01.01E e On-going CD PD with Ada County Weed and Pest Control and City Code Enforcement. Identity Minimize noise, lighting, and odor disturbances from commercial developments to Character, Design, and 5.01.01E e On-going CD residential dwellings by enforcing city code. Identity Ensure developments employ proper water drainage techniques to eliminate the risks of Character, Design, and 5.01.01G e On-going CD water contamination, mold, and pests. Identity 5.01.02 Support beautiful and high quality development that reinforces neighborhood character Character, Design, and ® CD and sustainability. Identity Maintain and implement community design ordinances, quality design criteria, and Character, Design, and 5.01.02A e High CD complete street policies to set quality standards citywides. Identity 5.01.0213 Character, Design, and Coordinate with ITD regarding interstate beautification and appropriate signage. e On-going CD Identity Promote area beautification and community identity through context sensitive building and Character, Design, and 5.01.02C 8 On-going CD site design principles, appropriate signage, and attractive landscaping. Identity Implementation Page 35 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Require appropriate building design, and landscaping elements to buffer, screen, beautify, Character, Design, and 5.01.02D e On-going CD and integrate commercial, multifamily, and parking lots into existing neighborhoods. Identity and Design, 5.01.02E Support and protect the identity of existing residential neighborhoods. Character, e On-going CD Identity Explore development and implementation of architectural and/or landscape standards for Character, Design, and 5.01.02E e High CD geographic areas of the City. Identity and Design, 5.01.02G Require attractive landscaping and pedestrian friendly design within new developments. Character, e On-going CD Identity Require the improvement and maintenance of landscaping along public rights-of-way and Character, Design, and 5.01.02H e On-going CD landscaping of dedicated but unimproved rights-of-way strips. Identity 5.01.03 Strengthen community pride and identity. Character, Design,and CD, Mayor's Office, FD, PW Y Identit ® PD Continue supporting community-betterment activities, such as "Rake Up Meridian," and Character, Design, and 5.01.03A implementing new or old programs to support residents in need of help for property cleanup e On-going Mayor's Office and repair. Identity Work with residents and homeowners associations to maintain and take pride in their Character, Design, and 5.01.03B common areas and landscaping along public rights of way and other areas visible to the a On-going Mayor's Office public. Identity 5.01.03C Review and implement design guidelines for properties along entryway corridors and Character, Design, and e Medium CD gateways to promote aesthetic features and clearly identify the community. Identity Continue property maintenance programs to remove junk vehicles, abate weed nuisances, Character, Design, and 5.01.03D e On-going PD FD and eliminate trash build up. Identity Implement the Welcome to Meridian Signage Plan by budgeting for construction and 5.01.03E maintenance of signs at key locations throughout the City; look for partnership opportunities Design, and g y g y, p p pportunities Identity e On-going CD PW with property owners and developers. and Design, 5.01.03F Encourage volunteerism within the community, City Hall, and City Boards and Commissions. Character, 8 On-going Mayor's Office Identity Implementation Page 36 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 5.02.00 Celebrate Meridian'shistorical, Office 5.02.01 Enhance and restore the historical quality of Old Town. Historic Preservation Q P&R CD Maintain and implement design and building standards for historically significant buildings 5.02.01A Historic Preservation � Medium P&R CD and resources in Old Town. Support owners of historic buildings in their efforts to restore and/or preserve their 5.02.01B Historic Preservation 0 On-going P&R CD properties. 5.02.02 Preserve and enhance historic and cultural resources. Historic Preservation 0 P&R CD, Finance Coordinate with the Meridian Historic Preservation Commission to recommend use, 5.02.02A Historic Preservation Q On-going P&R CD restoration, and preservation of historical structures and sites throughout Meridian. 5.02.0213 Investigate and promote incentive programs for historic properties. Historic Preservation Q On-going P&R Finance Implement tools and undertake programs that will increase the community's awareness of 5.02.02C Historic Preservation Q Low P&R Mayor's Office its heritage as well as the economic and aesthetic value of historic preservation. Stimulate private and public investment in the restoration and preservation of historic 5.02.02D Historic Preservation � On-going P&R CD, Finance buildings, outdoor spaces, and natural historical features. Support the efforts of the Historic Preservation Commission to foster preservation and 5.02.02E Historic Preservation � On-going P&R Mayor's Office conservation. When appropriate, seek comments and approval from the Historic Preservation Commission 5.02.02F prior to any changes to City-owned or controlled property, including buildings, outdoor Historic Preservation M On-going P&R CD spaces, and natural features. 5.02.02G Place informational plaques on historic structures and special sites. Historic Preservation Q On-going P&R Mayor's Office Implementation Page 37 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Incorporate, into the development review process, a way to determine any impact on 5.02.02H Historic Preservation Q On-going P&R CD unique geological, historical, and archeological sites; preserve and protect as appropriate. 5.02.021 Encourage events and activities that celebrate the cultural heritage of Meridian. Historic Preservation Q On-going P&R Mayor's Office Develop policies to preserve and protect or document and memorialize historic and 5.02.02J Historic Preservation 0 On-going P&R Mayor's Office culturally significance structures and sites. 5.03.00 Create opportunities for • • and visitors to experience public art. Arts and Culture P&R CD, Legal Mayor's Office 5.03.01 Support art throughout the community. Arts and Culture P&R CD, Legal, Mayor's Office 5.03.01A Exhibit both permanent and rotating works of art in City Hall and other public places. Arts and Culture On-going P&R Legal, Mayor's Office 5.03.0113 Encourage the integration of public art as an integrated component with new development. Arts and Culture On-going P&R CD 5.03.01C Consider a central Art and Cultural District to showcase a wide variety of cultural offerings. Arts and Culture Low P&R Mayor's Office 5.03.01D Provide local artists with opportunities to showcase their work. Arts and Culture On-going P&R Mayor's Office 5.03.01E Determine and respond to the community's art and cultural facility needs. Arts and Culture On-going P&R Mayor's Office 5.03.02 Raise awareness and promote existing arts offerings and artwork within the community. Arts and Culture P&R Legal, Mayor's Office Utilize the Meridian Art in Public Spaces program to raise awareness and appreciation of the 5.03.02A Arts and Culture On-going P&R Mayor's Office a rts. Implementation Page 38 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Partner with the Ada County Highway District(ACHD)to create and install artwork on traffic 5.03.02B boxes, within roundabouts, and as part of other roadway improvement projects as Arts and Culture On-going P&R Legal, Mayor's Office appropriate. 5.04.00 Support hands-on • • Culture • Office Mayor'sOffice, 5.04.01 Provide a diversity of education and art experiences for all residents. Arts and Culture P&R, Mayor's Office Mayor's Office, P&R 5.04.01A Develop and offer youth art opportunities in partnership with the School District and Arts and Culture On-going P&R Mayor's Office afterschool programs. 5.04.01B Strengthen partnerships with community organizations,schools, and institutions to support Arts and Culture On-going P&R Mayor's Office and encourage arts programs and education for adults and seniors. Sponsor a variety of musical and performing arts in partnership with community 5.04.01C Arts and Culture On-going Mayor's Office P&R organizations. Identify opportunities to partner with existing organizations and businesses to make their 5.04.01D Arts and Culture On-going P&R Mayor's Office facilities available for civic and cultural purposes. Engage with and support the full diversity of the community in the planning for arts and 5.04.01E Arts and Culture On-going P&R Mayor's Office culture facilities, programs, and events. 6.00.00 Chapter 6 Connected Community Q 6.01.00 Facilitate the efficient movementof people an• products t• and from Office,Streets 6.01.01 Support multi-modal and complete-street transportation improvements. Transportation and Q CD, P&R Finance, Mayor's Streets Office, P&R, PW Work with the Union Pacific Railroad, Watco Companies and other interested stakeholders Transportation and 6.01.01A to preserve and protect the existing Boise Cut-off rail corridor as a multi-use corridor, El High CD PW including freight. Streets Implementation Page 39 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Support Valley Regional Transit's (VRT)efforts to construct multi-modal transit centers in Transportation and 6.01.0113 areas of high commercial activity and employment as well as areas with transit-supportive El On-going CD PW residential densities. Streets 6.01.01C Improve ingress and egress opportunities for all modes of transportation in Downtown. Transportation and On-going CD Streets El 6.01.01D Pursue construction of the City's pathways network. Transportation and � Very High P&R Finance, Mayor's Streets Office Pursue bicycle routes/lanes/paths on roadways that will be appropriate for a wide range of Transportation and 6.01.01E � On-going CD ages and abilities. Streets Work with transportation providers to implement transportation plans, projects, and Transportation and 6.01.01E El CD PW studies. Streets Develop criteria for plan review in determining whether a development proposal is safe, Transportation and 6.01.01G El CD accessible, and comfortable for pedestrians and cyclists. Streets Require pedestrian access connectors in all new development to link subdivisions together Transportation and 6.01.01H El CD P&R and to promote neighborhood connectivity as part of a community pathway system. Streets Work with Ada County Highway District(ACHD)to identify gaps in the sidewalk system and Transportation and 6.01.011 El CD PW pursue sidewalk construction for existing substandard streets. Streets Encourage new development to include buffered sidewalks, a sidewalk separated from the Transportation and 6.01.01J � On-going CD motor vehicle lane by a planter strip, especially on collector and arterial roadways. Streets 6.01.02 Enhance existing transportation systems. Transportation and CD PW Streets Work with transportation partners to include Meridian's highest priority transportation Transportation and 6.01.02A � On-going CD PW projects within their plans and budgets. Streets Reduce the number of existing access points onto arterial streets by using methods such as Transportation and 6.01.02B cross-access agreements, access management, and frontage/backage roads, and promoting El On-going CD PW local and collector street connectivity. Streets Implementation Page 40 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Require new development to establish street connections to existing local roads and Transportation and 6.01.02C El CD collectors as well as to underdeveloped adjacent properties. Streets Consider needed sidewalk, pathway, landscaping, and lighting improvements with all land Transportation and 6.01.02D El CD PW use decisions. Streets Consider incomplete and underserved roadways and timing of necessary roadway Transportation and 6.01.02E � On-going CD improvements in all land use decisions. Streets Improve coordination with ACHD, ITD,VRT, COMPASS, and developers in addressing transportation issues and needs before public hearings, including having school and Transportation and 6.01.02E � On-going CD PW transportation agency comments in with adequate time to allow for review by the City Streets before a decision is made on a land-use application. Work with the Transportation Commission and transportation partners to implement Transportation and 6.01.02G El CD PW needed neighborhood traffic calming and address safety concerns. Streets Work with transportation partners to establish and implement a system of performance Transportation and 6.01.02H El CD measures to gauge whether transportation goals and objectives are being realized. Streets Pursue the extension of Idaho Ave. and/or Broadway Ave.to Commercial Dr. and the Transportation and 6.01.021 El CD extension of East 3rd St. from Fairview Ave.to Pine Ave. in Downtown. Streets Pursue the extension of Overland Road into Canyon County, consistent with the 2011 Airport- Transportation and 6.01.02J El CD Overland Corridor Study. Streets Pursue the expansion of US 20/26;the development of an overpass of 1-84 at Linder Road; Transportation and 6.01.02K El CD the extension of SH-16 from US 20/26 to 1-84; and SH-55 and SH-69 corridor improvements. Streets Work with ACHD to implement projects from the 2012 Downtown Meridian Neighborhood Transportation and 6.01.02E � On-going CD Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan. Streets Work with transportation agencies and private property owners to preserve transportation Transportation and 6.01.02M corridors,future transit routes and infrastructure, road, and highway extensions, and to Streets 13 On-going CD PW facilitate access management. Coordinate with ACHD to more carefully examine the appropriateness of roundabouts with Transportation and 6.01.02N El CD PW intersection improvements in relation to pedestrians and other users. Streets Implementation Page 41 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support 6.01.03 Provide the most efficient transportation network possible. Transportation and Q CD Streets Work with ITD and ACHD to establish truck routes and design routes appropriately for their Transportation and 6.01.03A El CD contexts. Streets Require collectors consistent with the ACHD Master Street Map (MSM),generally at/near Transportation and 6.01.03B � On-going CD the mid-mile location within the Area of City Impact. Streets Require the public street system to be continuous through each mile section, avoiding long, Transportation and 6.01.03C � On-going CD straight stretches. Streets Consider ACHD's Master Street Map (MSM), Complete Streets Policy and the Transportation Transportation and 6.01.03D � On-going CD and Land Use Integration Plan in all land use decisions. Streets Participate in the development of the Regional Transportation Plan (CIM 2.0) and Transportation and 6.01.03E � On-going CD PW Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Streets 6.01.04 Encourage new and alternative transportation systems that reflect changes in technology Transportation and CD, P&R CD, Mayor's Office, Q and lifestyles. Streets P&R Support efforts to evaluate and plan for future transportation services such as public transit, Transportation and 6.01.04A El CD on-demand services, autonomous and shared vehicles. Streets Develop and implement agreements with irrigation districts and the Union Pacific Railroad Transportation and 6.01.04B 0 Medium P&R CD, Mayor's Office to allow for bike/pedestrian pathways. Streets Work with transportation partners to identify and promote strategies for reducing reliance Transportation and 6.01.04C Q Low CD on the single-occupant automobile. Streets 6.01.04D Work with COMPASS and VRT to expand public transportation in Meridian. Transportation and On-going CD Streets 13 Integrate new technologies (e.g., connected and automated vehicle technology, micro- Transportation and 6.01.04E El CD mobility options)to increase efficiency,safety, and opportunities of transportation users. Streets Implementation Page 42 of 43 ID Policy Section Section Symbols Priority Responsible Lead Support Consider and mitigate undesired impacts of emerging transportation and delivery Transportation and 6.01.04E El CD technologies. Streets 6.01.05 Work with transportation partners to identify locations for future park& ride lots, shuttle Transportation and ® CD PW buses,and/or transit stations. Streets In coordination with VRT and COMPASS, explore grants and other funding opportunities to Transportation and 6.01.05A provide incentives for developers to locate public transit infrastructure within areas planned 13 On-going CD for transit. Streets 6.01.05B Work with VRT in developing design guidelines for transit stations. Transportation and On-going CD Streets 13 Support alternative public and private sector funding opportunities for transportation Transportation and 6.01.05C El CD PW investment. Streets Implementation Page 43 of 43 CITY OF MERIDIAN PRE -APPLICATION MEETING NOTES Project/Subdivision Name ; 26 2. 0 �o nor e s'� �e /°la.� � �,.T Date ; Applicant (s ) /Contact( s ) : 17r 6 oxA City Staff: ; 1 St ; &V4� Location : Size of Property : Comprehensive Plan FLUM Designation ; Existing Use : Existing Zoning : Proposed Use : Proposed Zoning : Surrounding Uses : Street Buffer(s ) and /or Land Use Buffer(s ) : Open Space/Amenities/ Pathways : Access/Stub Streets/Street System ; Sewer & Water Service : History : Additional Meeting Notes : 4C J)o c Gt e s 7to -f'le e 4 o eS�o � sofO l ceps fCt �� !� cc, 6 e 1DPa &.14ow . evt -(. Note: A Traffic Impact Study (TIS) will be required by ACHD for large commercial projects and any residential development with over 100 units. To avoid unnecessary delays & expedite the hearing process, applicants are encouraged to submit the TIS to ACHD prior to submitting their application to the City. Not having ACHD comments and/or conditions on large projects may delay hearing(s) at the City. Please contact Mindy Wallace at 387- 6178 or Christy Little at 387- 6144 at ACHD for information in regard to a TIS, conditions, impact fees and process. Other Agencies/Departments to Contact : ❑ Ada County Highway Dist . (ACHD ) ❑ Nampa Meridian Irrigation Dist . ( NMID ) ❑ Public Works Department ❑ Idaho Transportation Dept . ( ITD) ❑ Settler' s Irrigation District ❑ Building Department ❑ Republic Services ❑ Police Department ❑ Parks Department ❑ Central District Health Department ❑ Fire Department ❑ Other : Application (s ) Required : ❑ Administrative Design Review ❑ Conditional Use Permit Mod if ication /Transfer ❑ Rezone ❑ Alternative Compliance ❑ Development Agreement Modification ❑ Short Plat ❑ Annexation ❑ Final Plat ❑ Time Extension — Council ❑ City Council Review ❑ Final Plat Modification ❑ UDC Text Amendment Comprehensive Plan Amendment — Map ❑ Planned Unit Development ❑ Vacation Comprehensive Plan Amendment — Text ❑ Preliminary Plat ❑ Variance ❑ Conditional Use Permit ❑ Private Street ❑ Other Notes: 1) Applicants are required to hold a neighborhood meeting in accord with UDC 11 -5A- 6C prior to submittal of an application requiring a public hearing (except for a vacation or short plat) ; and 2) All applicants for permits requiring a public hearing shall post the site with a public hearing notice in accord with UDC 11 - 5A -5D. 3 (except for UDC text amendments, Comp Plan text amendments, and vacations) . The information provided during this meeting is based on current UDC requirements and the Comprehensive Plan. Any subsequent changes to the UDC and/or Comp Plan may affect your submittal and/or application . This pre -application meeting shall be valid for four (4) months.