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The MetroQuest ProcessThe MetroQuest Process
• Data collection and analysis
• Web-based polls to identify priorities
• Web-based scenario evaluation
• A series of community visioning workshops
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What we heard: The ProcessWhat we heard: The Process
• Enjoyable and useful process
• Good opportunity to provide input
• Informative
• Nice to hear from other residents
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What we heard: Our StrengthsWhat we heard: Our Strengths• Small town feel• Safe & friendly community• Unique downtown area• A strong sense of history and heritage• Affordable• Natural and green• Quality medical care• Easy to get around
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What we heard: Key PrioritiesWhat we heard: Key Priorities• Well-Planned Town• Protecting Open Space• Transportation Planning• Local Jobs and Businesses• Arts & Recreation Facilities• Entertainment and Restaurants• Environmental• Health Care• Educational Facilities• Affordability
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What we heard: Our VisionWhat we heard: Our Vision
• More compact development near commercial areas
• Smaller homes and yards in new areas
• Plan for transportation alternatives
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What we heard: Why Compact?What we heard: Why Compact?• Provides for a more vibrant downtown• Facilitates facelifts and uses unused space• Environmental Protection• Costs less• Reduces traffic and increases alternatives• Enhances housing options and diversity• Maintains a sense of community
However…• Avoid over-crowding the town• Provide a choice of neighborhood types
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What we heard: Why Alternatives?What we heard: Why Alternatives?• Promotes healthier lifestyles• Promotes walking and biking• Protects the environment• Reduces traffic• Provides attractive alternatives for non-drivers
However…• When it’s -40…. • The freedom of driving • A good mix is needed
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ConclusionsConclusions
• Fairly bold vision
• Clear results/good level of consensus
• The tradeoffs worth the benefits
• Ready for Growth Management Strategy
• Next steps: education, web tool, planning support,…
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Thank You!Thank You!