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CC Image courtesy of David Wilson on Flickr GROW SPRING VALLEY The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting 1 | 2 May 2019

AGENDA 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Project Purpose & Outcomes 3. Public Engagement 4. Discussion 5. Next Steps CC Image courtesy of David Wilson on Flickr

PROJECT TEAM Debb Ladgenski 815.303.4327 sveconomics@comcast.net Adam Peaper, AICP 317.263.0127 x126 apeaper@reasite.com Cynthia Bowen, FAICP, LEED AP 317.263.0127 x128 cbowen@reasite.com Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 3 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

AGENDA 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Project Purpose & Outcomes 3. Public Engagement 4. Discussion 5. Next Steps CC Image courtesy of David Wilson on Flickr

PROJECT PURPOSE What is a Comprehensive Plan & How is it Used? Identifjes the type, location, and quality of future development. Long range guide for the general policy and pattern of development. Prerequisite to an ordinance that establishes: “Standard requirements of the municipality relating to size of streets, alleys, public ways, parks, playgrounds, school sites, other public grounds, and ways for public service facilities; the kind and quantity of materials which shall be used in the construction of streets, and alleys; and the kind and quality of materials for public service facilities as may be consistent with Illinois Commerce Commission or industry standards, and shall contain the standards required for drainage and sanitary sewers and collection and treatment of sewage.” (65 ILCS 5/11-12-6) Provides the legal basis for zoning. Used by stafg and offjcials when reviewing applications for land use changes (rezonings) and other development or redevelopment petitions. Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 5 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

PROJECT PURPOSE Why Update the Plan Now? Current plan completed in 1970. Analyze current demographics. Update the community vision and ensure that policies refmect that community vision. Incorporate changes to City area and recent developments. Action oriented implementation for all decision makers and partners. Manage and prioritize City investments to maximize impact. Promote economic growth. Identify and enhance partnerships to implement the plan once adopted. Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 6 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

PROCESS DISCOVERY VISIONING FRAMEWORKS IMPLEMENTATION Project Coordination Steering Committee Website Focus Group Community Land Use & Community Interviews Workshop Transportation Workshop Base Mapping Vision Utilities / Action Plans Infrastructure Data Collection Goals Prioritization Quality of Life Existing Objectives Draft Plan Conditions Economic Final Plan Inventory/Analysis Development Summary Report Housing & Neighborhoods Downtown Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 7 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

SCHEDULE PROJECT PHASE APR. MAY JUNE JULY AUG. SEPT. OCT. NOV. DEC. JAN. Site Tour & Website Launch 3 4 2 1. PROJECT INITIATION 1 1 1 3 2. PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT PROCESS 2 3. EXISTING CONDITIONS ANALYSIS Existing Conditions Report Draft Vision 4. VISION & COMPONENTS FRAMEWORK Draft Action Plans & Goals 5. IMPLEMENTATION PLAN Draft Plan Adoption 6. FINAL PLAN Final Draft Plan Key Milestone Steering Committee Meeting (5/2, 6/18, 8/20, week of 10/21) Cinco de Mayo / Community Workshop / Open House (5/4, 6/20, week of 10/21) Focus Group Interviews (6/19) Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 8 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

STEERING COMMITTEE EXPECTATIONS As the Steering Committee, you are tasked with guiding us through the process by providing: • Suggestions for the Focus Group participants • Participation in committee & public meetings • Direction on Spring Valley’s vision, goals and objectives • Feedback on drafted materials • Be champions of the plan and process • Ask questions – no question is dumb • Let us know if we are on the wrong track • Talk to people about what we are doing and where to get information Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 9 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

AGENDA 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Project Purpose & Outcomes 3. Public Engagement 4. Discussion 5. Next Steps CC Image courtesy of David Wilson on Flickr

PROJECT WEBSITE growspringvalley.com Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 11 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

FOCUS GROUP DISCUSSIONS Potential Focus Groups: City Stafg (police, fjre, utilities, street, parks, clerk) Business Leaders / Employers Large Property Owners Builders / Developers / Real Estate Professionals Neighborhood Leaders / Residents Regional Partners (related to transportation, workforce development, planning, etc.) Community Institutions (schools, hospital, faith-based, social services) Youth Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 12 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS Open House 1: Process, Purpose & Background Existing Conditions Vision, Goals & Objectives Exercises Community Created Map - Assets & Issues Kid’s Station Open House 2: Process, Purpose & Background Vision, Goals & Objectives Plan Frameworks / Topic Areas Project / Initiative Prioritization Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 13 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

AGENDA 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Project Purpose & Outcomes 3. Public Engagement 4. Discussion 5. Next Steps CC Image courtesy of David Wilson on Flickr

PROJECT AREA Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 15 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

WHAT MUST THIS PLAN ACCOMPLISH? If this plan can only accomplish one thing what would you like it to be? What are the positive aspects of the community that must be preserved? What are the negative aspects of the community that must be corrected? Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 16 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

WHAT IS YOUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE? How would you like to be able to describe Spring Valley in 20 years? What challenges will the City face in trying to achieve this vision? Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 17 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

ISSUE & OPPORTUNITY IDENTIFICATION Land Use: Where should new development occur? What type? Where should redevelopment or changes to existing land use occur? Transportation: Are there safety concerns? Where? Is there a need for additional sidewalks or bicycle facilities? Where? Economic Development: What types of businesses should the City focus on growing/attracting? What services/amenities are missing to attract investment? Quality of Life: What areas of the community would benefjt from aesthetic improvements? What should those improvements be? What changes would most support the success of the downtown? Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 18 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

AGENDA 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Project Purpose & Outcomes 3. Public Engagement 4. Discussion 5. Next Steps CC Image courtesy of David Wilson on Flickr

NEXT STEPS Remainder of Visit: Friday, May 3 rd Youth Focus Group Tour & Photos Saturday, May 4 th Cinco de Mayo Festival, 5 - 7 pm Next Visit: Tuesday, June 18 th Steering Comm Mtg 2, 6:30 - 8 pm Wednesday, June 19 th Focus Group Meetings Council Meeting, 6:30 pm Thursday, June 20 th Community Workshop 1, 4:30 - 6:30 pm Existing Conditions Summary Report Tuesday, June 11 th (draft) To be completed after Focus Groups and Workshop 1. Steering Committee Meeting 1 GROW SPRING VALLEY 20 2 May 2019 The City of Spring Valley, IL Comprehensive Plan

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