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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,…

Thank You!Thank You!