CC 2024-08-13 General Plan Update Visioning[[
Arroyo Grande general plan & development code update
CITY COUNCIL Meeting
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
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Meeting
OBJECTIVES
01. Project Process
02. How Were the Options Developed?
03. Vision Statement
05. Council Discussion and Direction
06. Next Steps
03. Guiding Principles
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Project team
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MINTIER HARNISH
Brent Gibbons, AICP
Project Director
Michael Gibbons
Project Manager
Sacramento-based small business (10) employees
Land use and community engagement specialists
Established in 1985
Prepared over 60 general plans
Prepared over 40
zoning codes
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Project Process & Follow-Up
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Project process
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Project process
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Project process
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How were the options developed?
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Creation of vision statement & Principles
Developed based on extensive community input:
Workshops #1 and #2
Community surveys
Emails and website comments
Pop-up booths
City staff and Technical Advisory Committee reviewed and refined options
Planning Commission study session and recommendation on July 2, 2024
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Community Survey
Online survey available for community member input on options
Fully translated
Can select presented options or write own statement/principle
Up for two months (June
www.PlanArroyoGrande.com
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Vision statement
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What is a vision statement?
Ideal future aspirations to work towards
Identifies topics important to the community
Positive statement
Inspiration for decision-makers and the community
Provides the foundation for general plan goals, policies, and programs
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Planning Commission
Recommendation
The City of Arroyo Grande is a welcoming and vibrant community that takes pride in its charming character while celebrating its citizens and valuing its visitors. The City maintains
public parks and recreational facilities to serve individuals of all ages and abilities and is designed to be walkable and bike-friendly, reducing the need for driving and promoting
a healthier lifestyle. Arroyo Grande features a historic Village and lively and accessible East Grand Avenue. The City’s dedication to strategic growth ensures a diverse housing supply
which complements market demands while embracing people of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds.
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Guiding principles
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What are guiding principles?
Central ideas (themes) that articulate the City’s commitment to achieving the Vision of the General Plan.
Establishes the framework for the ideas and concepts behind the General Plan and serve as a touchstone during the process to develop and refine goals, policies, and programs.
Developed based on all community input received through May 2024.
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Guiding principles topics
Preservation of Community Pride and Identity
Recreation and Community Spaces
Inclusivity and Diversity
Infrastructure and Smart Growth
Economic Development and Local Business
Environmental Sustainability
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#1: Preservation of Community
Pride and Identity:
Planning Commission Recommendation:
Prioritize the preservation of historic resources and landmarks to recognize the unique history, character, and agricultural heritage of Arroyo Grande. Promote community events, education,
and engagement to foster a strong sense of pride. Encourage quality local businesses, restaurants, and cultural events that incorporate the City’s small-town feel with the need for
inclusivity, equity, and growth.
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#2: Recreation and
Community Spaces
Planning Commission Recommendation:
Invest in public parks, community gathering spaces, and recreational facilities to provide inclusive spaces for all ages and abilities. Expand and maintain safe bike lanes and interconnected
walking and biking trails to promote healthy, active lifestyles and reduce car reliance.
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#3: Inclusivity and Diversity
Planning Commission Recommendation:
Foster a welcoming community where all residents feel a sense of belonging and inclusion and can be different together. Promote diversity, equity, and inclusivity, and encourage a community
where everyone's voices are considered and valued, and every resident has equal opportunity to thrive.
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#4: Infrastructure and
Smart Growth
Planning Commission Recommendation:
Implement strategies to balance economic growth opportunities with the preservation of natural resources. Prioritize infrastructure investment in roads, public transportation, and community
facilities to support community growth and mitigate extreme weather events while enhancing quality of life for all residents. Support diverse housing options, catering to different
income levels and living situations.
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#5: Economic Development
and Local Business
Planning Commission Recommendation:
Support the local retail base and revitalize the East Grand Avenue corridor to create a vibrant hub of community activity and diverse housing opportunities, focusing on multi-family
and missing middle housing types. Enhance existing retail centers, hospitality options, and attract diverse commercial and housing options to ensure financial security for the city
while providing residents and visitors with access to a broad range of goods and services.
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#6: Environmental
Sustainability
Planning Commission Recommendation:
Encourage sustainable practices in all community sectors, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, and renewable energy use. Balance resource conservation with economic growth and
equity to ensure that meeting today’s needs does not compromise the ability of the community to meet future needs.
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City council discussion
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Discussion
Questions
Comments on the Options
Direction
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NEXT STEPS
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Next steps
Initiate Phase 5 - Alternatives
Facilitate land use alternatives working session with City staff
Community workshops and land use alternatives report
Select a preferred land use alternative to serve as the new General Plan Land Use Map
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THANK YOU
Michael Gibbons, Project Manager
Michael@mintierharnish.com
Brent Gibbons, Project Director
Brent@mintierharnish.com
Andrew Perez, Planning Manager
aperez@arroyogrande.org
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