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Comprehensive Plan Appendix F - Action Plan Worksheets   Appendix F: Action Plan Worksheets    LAND USE Schedule Lead Status Comments 1.Provide on-going code enforcement in the City.Ongoing Zoning Administrator / Sheriff Deputy Started This is an ongoing activity 2.Carry out a study of the City and current zoning map to identify areas for preservation of open space, arable land, large lots, and prime agricultural land. 2019-2023 Planning Commission 3.Identify programs and tools to facilitate preservation of open space and prime agricultural land. 2019-2020 Planning Commission 1.Carry out a study of the City and current zoning map to identify areas for preservation of open space, arable land, large lots, and prime agricultural land. 2019-2023 Planning Commission 2.Update Capital Improvement Plan biennially to be proactive in identifying infrastructure issues Ongoing Capital Improvement Committee The next update is scheduled for 2020. 1.Identify infrastructure improvements necessary to allow smaller lots in Village Neighborhood Districts 2020 City Engineer/City Council 2.Update the Development Code for lot area and setbacks in Village Mixed Use and Neighborhood Districts 2019-2020 Planning Commission 1.Review Development Code related to General Rural and Ag Core zones for uses, lot area and setback requirements 2019-2023 Planning Commission May be part of the study identified above. 2.Review zoning map for General Rural and Ag Core to protect prime farmland 2019-2020 Planning Commission May be part of the study identified above. 3.Provide for greater density in the Village Neighborhhod District to focus growth away from prime agricultural land 2019-2020 Planning Commission Action Plan Preserve the rural, agricultural character of Scandia through zoning regulations, ordinances, and site design standards Manage land use to prevent the premature demand for extension of urban services and in ways that allow existing service levels to meet service needs Ensure a variety of lot sizes to create affordable development opportunities to best meet the needs of residents and businesses in Scandia Protect and encourage agricultural production to ensure it is a part of the community as a viable long-term land use Land Use Updated 5/9/2018 LAND USE Schedule Lead Status Comments Action Plan 4.Identify potential tools to encourage preservation of prime agricultural land as part of development. 2019-2020 Planning Commission Purpose is to allow concentrated development in a small area if the rest of the land is put under permanent protection as farmland/open space. 1.Require annual review of operating plans for mines Ongoing City Council 2.Permit continuation of current mining activities Ongoing City Council 3.Review Development Code related to mining and related activities 2019-2020 Planning Commission 4.Update zoning map after mines are no longer in operation Planning Commission Timing will be based on schedule of existing mines 1.Update Zoning Ordinance to reflect new changes in Comp Plan 2019-2020 Planner / Planning Commission Started Complete by end of 2019 Ensure Zoning Code is reflective of Comprehensive Plan Allow for the safe and orderly extraction of aggregate resources while protecting sensitive resources on or near those properties and providing for transitions to other uses when resource extraction is complete Land Use Updated 5/9/2018 NATURAL RESOURCES Schedule Lead Status Comments 1.Identify potential funding sources and grant opportunities Ongoing Lead/Partners Look for resources that do not rely on City budget 2.Evaluate tools such as preservation and conservation easements as part of development. Ongoing Lead/Partners 1.Continue to maintain and to preserve existing natural areas on City-owned properties. Ongoing Public Works / Parks & Recreation 2.Create an inventory of high quality natural areas 2020 Parks & Recreation / MnDNR 3.Increase community awareness of threats to natural areas such as buckthorn and other invasive species Ongoing Parks & Recreation / MnDNR 1.Support efforts of Watershed Districts and Lake Associations to treat AIS and educate public Ongoing Watershed Associations and Lake Associations 2.Support programs that are proactive in limiting the effects of invasive species where appropriate. Ongoing Watershed Associations and Lake Associations City action may be limited by city budget; support other partners 3.Increase community awareness of threats to natural areas such as buckthorn and other invasive species Ongoing Parks & Recreation / MnDNR 4.Develop a maintenance plan for invasive species control on City-owned property. 2019-2020 Public Works / Parks & Recreation 1.Prepare inventory of public lands, inlcuding current conditions and uses, issues related to the property and opportunities for the future 2020 Public Works / Parks & Recreation 2.Use CIP process to develop 5-year plans for improvements Ongoing Public Works / Parks & Recreation Next CIP process is scheduled for 2020 3.Identify potential funding sources and grant opportunities Ongoing Public Works / Parks & Recreation Look for resources that do not rely on City budget 4.Develop management plans for City owned properties 2021 Public Works / Parks & Recreation Action Plan Protect natural resources and look for opportunities to connect large areas of open space Preserve high quality natural areas Eliminate, reduce, or mitigate the negative effects of invasive species on natural resources Recognize and enhance publicly owned lands and improve public access to such lands where appropriate Natural Resources Updated 5/9/2018 NATURAL RESOURCES Schedule Lead Status Comments Action Plan 1.Provide access to information on significant ecological areas and species in Scandia 2021 Public Works / Parks & Recreation Work with property owners to protect and preserve native, endangered, threatened, and unique plants and animals on privately owned land Natural Resources Updated 5/9/2018 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN RESILIENCE Schedule Lead Status Comments 1.Implement GreenStep Cities Best Practices as appropriate Ongoing Staff / Green Step Committee 2.Increase community awareness of City's efforts to implement GreenStep best pratices. Ongoing Staff / Green Step Committee 3.Provide ongoing review of new technologies and tools, and their impact on City regulations. 3 - 5 years Commission Proceed with caution. Past experience shows how quickly new technologies can turn out not as expected and creating new unique problems Encourage energy efficient housing that exceeds the minimum efficiency levels required in the State building codes 1.Work with utility providers to provide educational materials on best management practices and energy saving programs Ongoing Excel Energy / Minnesota Energy Resources Encourage the use of renewable, local and diverse forms of energy in order to increase use of local resources, mitigate the local risk from fossil fuel scarcity and price increases, and help meet Minnesota’s climate protection goals. Action Plan Resilience Updated 5/9/2018 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS Schedule Lead Status Comments 1.Review Development Code regulations for commercial and mixed use districts 2019-2020 EDA / Planning Commission / Planner 2.Develop an incentives program to assist local businesses and to encourage business retention Ongoing EDA 3.Investigate programs and tools to help rebuild/renovate buildings 2020 EDA / Council 4.Review Development Code regulations to allow more flexibility in lot subdivisions 2019-2020 Planning Commission / Planner Actively support the retention and expansion of Scandia community-scale agricultural operations 1.Carry out a study of the City and current zoning map to identify areas for preservation of open space, arable land, large lots, and prime agricultural land. 2019-2023 Planning Commission 2.Work with outside agencies to provide educational materials on small scale farming operations Ongoing Minnesota Food Association 3.Review Development Code regulations to continue to encourage and protect community-scale agriculture 2019-2020 Planning Commission 4.Review Development Code related to General Rural and Ag Core zones for uses, lot area and setback requirements 2019-2020 Planning Commission 5.Review Development Code regulations to identify barriers to small scale agricultural uses. 2019-2020 Planning Commission Encourage home-based entrepreneurs and businesses 1.Review Development Code regulations to permit and encourage home-based businesses 2019-2020 Planning Commission 2.Evaluate options to meet state service minimum internet standards throughout the City 2020 City / Internet Providers 3.Look for opportunities to facilitate expansion of internet infrastructure as part of road development and reconstrucion projects. Ongoing City / DEED / Internet Providers This could involve the placement of conduit to facilitate future expansion Concentrate on retaining and expanding local businesses in and around the Village Center and existing Rural Commercial districts Action Plan Econ Competitiveness Updated 5/9/2018 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS Schedule Lead Status Comments Action Plan 1.Work with internet providers to provide educational materials about available programs for businesses Ongoing City / Internet Providers Frontier is now offering business programs to better serve local business and home based businesss in certain areas. 2.Evaluate options for community-wide upgrades 2019 City / Internet Providers 3.Evaluate options to meet state service minimum internet standards throughout the City 2020 City / Internet Providers 4.Identify funding strategies to accelerate expansion and upgrade of internet service. 2019 City /DEED / Internet Providers Expand access to internet services throughout the entire City Econ Competitiveness Updated 5/9/2018 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN HOUSING Schedule Lead Status Comments 1.Review zoning map and Development Code regulations for Village Mixed Use and Village Neighborhood districts 2019-2020 Planner / Planning Commission 2.Identify future infrastructure issues for developing housing at increased densities, and plan for future development as part of CIP. 2020 Engineer / Public Works / CIP Committee Next scheduled CIP is 2020 Expand life-cycle housing opportunities for residents at all points of life 1.Review Development Code regulations for uses in the Village Mixed Use and Village Neighborhood districts 2019-2020 Planning Commission 2.Work with Washington County CDA to identify options for expanded senior housing in Scandia Ongoing City Staff / Planning Commission / WCDA 1.Review Development Code regulations for uses in the Village Mixed Use and Village Neighborhood districts 2019-2020 Planning Commission 2.Work with potential developers to provide a variety of housing options in the City Ongoing Planning Commission Support a variety of housing types and densities for residential uses in and surrounding the Village Center Encourage a range of housing choices that fit with the character of the community Action Plan Housing Updated 5/9/2018 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN PARKS AND TRAILS Schedule Lead Status Comments 1.Prepare inventory of public lands, inlcuding current conditions and uses, issues related to the property and opportunities for the future 2019 Public Works / Parks & Recreation 2.Update the 2006 Park Plan to reflect current goals and anticipated park needs based on areas of future development. 2020 Public Works / Parks & Recreation 3.Use CIP process to develop 5-year plans for improvements Ongoing Public Works / Parks & Recreation / CIP Committee Next CIP process is scheduled for 2020 1.Develop a list and meet with groups who can partner with the City to meet the updated Par Plan goals. 2020 Parks & Recreation Committee 2.Continue work with MnDNR on Gateway Trail through Scandia Ongoing MnDNR / City 3.Work with Washington County on connections to Big Marine Park Reserve Ongoing Parks & Recreation Committee / Washington County Parks 4.Establish better connection with William O'Brien State Park as a part of Scandia 2020 Parks & Recreation / Public Works / MnDNR 1.Develop a long-range plan to connect neighborhoods within the City via trails. 2022 Parks & Recreation 2.Support creation of County-wide bike plan that incorporates County and State highways. Ongoing County Parks / Cycling Scandia 1.Develop an inventory of high priority sites for future park development in areas of projected future development, and establish priorities for acquisition and development. 2022 Parks & Recreation Use park and recreational facilities search areas and other natural resource information to guide and encourage park acquisition donations and potential site acquisitions when property becomes Develop an effective planning approach to developing and maintaining parks and recreation areas and constructing and maintaining trails and routes to meet the needs of residents Action Plan Develop a close working relationship with other agencies and groups to enhance the parks and recreation facilities and develop trails and routes in the City Support a network of parks and trails to provide community-wide connections to serve the health and welfare of residents Parks & Trails Updated 5/9/2018 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN TRANSPORTATION Schedule Lead Status Comments 1.Develop a long-range street plan for Village Neighborhood District 2022-2023 Engineer / Pubic works 2.Require street connections as development occurs Ongoing Engineer / Pubic works 1.Review Engineering standards to provide alternate context- sensitive standards 2020 City Engineer 2.Consider including a section on road design in the architectual design guidelines 2019 City Engineer /Planning Commission Maintain Scandia’s system of local roadways that is well coordinated with MnDOT and Washington County roadways 1.Participate in County long-range planning and CIP activities Ongoing City Engineer / Washington County 2.Participate in MnDOT long-range planning activities Ongoing City Engineer / MnDOT Encourage the use of non-automotive modes of transportation 1.Educate the public about trails and biking Ongoing Parks & Recreation / Cycling Scandia 2.Provide information on transportation options, such as Metro Mobility and Transit Link service. 2018 City Support the development of regional and local transit options 1.Work with Washington County and the Metropolitan Council on the expansion of transit options Ongoing City / Washington County / Metropolitan Council Preserve the safety of regional air traffic Provide an integrated, internally-connected, efficient street system connecting village and higher density neighborhoods to the Village Center Establish context-sensitive roadway design standards that will protect the narrow and heavily wooded character of identified low-traffic roadways Action Plan Transportation Updated 5/9/2018 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN WATER RESOURCES Schedule Lead Status Comments 1.Identify threats and risks involved in the use of road salt and explore potential options and alternatives to mitigate the threats and risks. Ongoing Public Works 2.Update Shoreland Overlay disrict requirements to minimize building impact on waterfront 2019-2020 Planning Commission 3.Identify sensitive water areas to require protective practices in these areas 2020-2021 City Engineer / Watershed Districts 1.Participate in Watershed District planning efforts and support projects to improve water quality Ongoing City Engineer/ Staff / Watershed Districts 2.Work with Watershed District to identify areas where stormwater Best Management Practices can be implemented Ongoing City Engineer/ Staff / Watershed Districts 3.Identify areas where direct impacts to impaired waters can be reduced Ongoing Engineer/ Staff 1.Evaluate opportunities to improve public access to the Saint Croix. 2022-2028 City 2.Review Lower St. Croix River Ordinance and update as needed to address land use issues. 2019-2020 Planning Commission 1.Search for sources of funding for septic repair/replacement for households . Ongoing Washington County Pubic Health 2.Promote Washington County SSTS low interest loan program and SSTS fix Up grants for low-income residents for improvement to non-compliant septic systems Ongoing Washington County CDA 3.Explore options to extend Metropolitan Council interceptor to replace Bliss system 2020 City Engineer Preserve and protect the quantity and quality of surface water and groundwater Improve stormwater management and land stewardship practices. Protect the natural and scenic resources of the St. Croix River Corridor, both within and adjacent to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Ensure financial and environmental accountability for installation, maintenance, remediation, and management of any permitted private wastewater system Action Plan Water Resources Updated 5/9/2018