AGENDA DATE: 2/1/2017
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Neighborhood Improvements Funding Initiative
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Discussion to clarify the purpose and proposed process for a new funding initiative to support neighborhood level improvements
ITEM TYPE: Regular Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Walker, Catlin, Henry, Kilroy
PRESENTER (S): Lee Catlin, Trevor Henry
LEGAL REVIEW: Not Required
REVIEWED BY: Douglas C. Walker
BACKGROUND: During the Two Year Financial Plan process, the Board directed staff to allocate $1.4 million in one-time funding to support neighborhood level improvement projects prioritized with community feedback and leadership from the County's Community Advisory Committees (CACs). Staff presented some initial concepts about how such a program could be developed as part of the Two Year Financial Plan work session on December 14, 2016. The Board provided feedback and directed staff to continue developing a proposed approach for further review and discussion on February 1, 2017.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Development Areas: Attract quality employment, commercial, and high density residential uses into development areas by providing services and infrastructure that encourage redevelopment and private investment while protecting the quality of neighborhoods
DISCUSSION: Staff has taken guidance provided by the Board during the December 14, 2016, discussion to develop a possible approach for implementing this new funding initiative. There were a range of opinions and suggestions that staff has attempted to incorporate into the proposed implementation approach, knowing that additional discussion and direction is necessary so that we can work towards clarity and shared expectations about the purpose and structure of the program. Staff desires guidance as to whether the Board's preferred approach to the program is understood correctly.
It is important to note that staff recognizes the Board's significant interest in urban revitalization efforts...
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