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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-02-24 Council Joint Work Session Agenda PacketJoint City Council, Planning Commission, Parks and Trails Commission Work Session Agenda February 24, 2022 – 5:30 pm 1. Call to Order / Roll Call 2. 2022 City of Corcoran Core Strategies, Short-Term Goals, and Measurables a Council and Commission Discussion 3. Unscheduled Items 4. Adjournment *Includes Materials - Materials relating to these agenda items can be found in the house agenda packet book located by the Council Chambers entrance, or online at the City’s website at www.corcoranmn.gov. HYBRID MEETING OPTION AVAILABLE The public is invited to attend the regular Council meetings at City Hall. Meeting Via Telephone/Other Electronic Means Call-in Instructions: +1 312 626 6799 US Enter Meeting ID: 843 0329 8300 Press *9 to speak during the Public Comment Sections in the meeting. Video Link and Instructions: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84303298300 visit http://www.zoom.us and enter Meeting ID: 843 0329 8300 Participants can utilize the Raise Hand function to be recognized to speak during the Public Comment sections in the meeting. Participant video feeds will be muted. In-person comments will be received first, with the hybrid electronic means option following. For more information on options to provide public comment visit: www.corcoranmn.gov Page 1 of 2 2022 City of Corcoran Core Strategies, Short -Term Goals, and Measurables Core Strategy Enhancing Corcoran’s sense of place and identity. Strategic Objectives 1. Engage residents through proactive outreach and communication. 2. Provide and/or support high quality community events for community gathering. 3. Identify and develop a place where people identify with Corcoran. Short-Term Goals 1. Consider current methods of communication and public involvement, including the website and newsletter, to share codes, requirements, and City information and explore/implement preferred alternatives Measurables 1. Review options for an online ordinance software that allows users to view the City Code more efficiently. 2. Review the City’s information related to requirements for permits/land use applications and make updates to the City’s website. 3. Hire the Human Resources/Co mmunications Assistant position. Core Strategy Provide diverse community amenities and recreational opportunities. Strategic Objectives 1. Plan for and provide multi-seasonal and multi-use trail and park systems. 2. Provide high quality parks that are unique, innovative, and accessible. Short-Term Goals 1. Facility/land planning program for a long-term development of infrastructure and amenities, including parks, community center, facilities, and wetland bank potential 2. Park Dedication/Park needs review and updates, including mapping of park property and potential Three Rivers collaborations Measurables 1. Inventory all City owned properties. 2. Create a facilities subcommittee and create a work plan to understand the City’s need for facilities. 3. Adopt the plan for phase 1 City Park improvement project 4. Inventory the City’s trails. Core Strategy Maintain excellence in safety and security for our community. Strategic Objectives 1. Promote public safety engagement with the community. 2. Maintain position as one of the safest cities in Minnesota. Short-Term Goals 1. Review code enforcement policy and impacts on staffing/budget. Measurables 1. Schedule a work session to discuss code enforcement policy and create priorities. 2. Take code enforcement actions based on the updated priority list. Core Strategy Ensure high quality, market driven growth. Page 2 of 2 Strategic Objectives 1. Be innovative in molding market forces and organic growth into the community. 2. Protect natural character, environmental features, and agricultural roots. 3. Preserve our distinguishing features through market driven development. 4. Be responsive to the needs of businesses, both current and prospective. Short-Term Goals 1. Complete review of specific sections of the City Zoning Code, including but not limited to the following: ▪ a review of the PUD process to simply and better align to Comp Plan goals ▪ Consider setback requirements in residential subdivisions ▪ review/modify buffer zones between neighboring zones, public areas and/or developments ▪ finding ways to incentive natural resource preservation or enhancements ▪ Consider credits for tree plantings, encouraging more mature trees ▪ Development densities in non-MUSA areas ▪ shared/private driveways ▪ zoning restrictions regarding ecologically significant natural areas ▪ smaller developments (less than 20 acres), storage buildings ▪ Public notice policy Measurables 1. Approve ordinance update work plan, begin review. Core Strategy Provide high quality, innovative municipal services. Strategic Objectives 1. Maintain fiscal stability and affordability. 2. Perform exceptionally within the structure of limited government services. 3. Excel at managing change. Short-Term Goals 1. Develop a long-term financial model, including future revenue forecasts, comprehensive infrastructure financial planning, and long -term tax rate trend analysis. 2. Review options for infrastructure revenue increases, including stormwater utility fund. Measurables 1. Update the Five-Year Financial Management Plan with expanded commercial and industrial growth. 2. Inventory the City’s streets, identifying maintenance needs and approximate costs for future repair and replacement. 3. Implement a stormwater area charge.