10-1-18 LGGPU_Joint Study Session PPT 2018 10 01a RRRTown of Los
Gatos General
Plan Update
Joint Study Session #1
October 1, 2018
Introductions
Rick Rust, AICP, GISP
Update Director
Mintier Harnish
Jim Harnish, JD
Advisor
Brent Gibbons, AICP
Update Manager
Established in 1985
Planning and community engagement
specialists
Prepared over 50 general plans
Sacramento-based small business (10
employees)
Large network of
teaming partners
Customize our teams
for each project
About us…
Our Team
Jim
Heid, FASLA
Poonam Nakkar, AICP, LEED AP
Charlie
Coles
Matt
Haynes
Matt
Maddox
Environmental
Doug
Svensson, AICP
Economics Mobility
Urban Design Sustainability
Study Session Objectives
Overview of a General Plan and the requirements
The General Plan update process
Outreach program
General Plan Update Advisory Committee
Guiding Principles
Discussion on outcomes, challenges, and opportunities
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What is the General Plan?
Required by State law for every jurisdiction
Guides long-term decisions (2040)
Addresses a broad range of topics, organized by “element”
Represents the community’s vision for
the future
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General Plan & Focus of Update
Land use
Transportation and mobility
Environmental sustainability
Evaluation and modifications to objective standards
Fiscal stability/responsibility
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General Plan & Focus of Update
Diversity/inclusivity
Emerging trends
Recent State laws and General Plan Guidelines
Refinements and updates as necessary to the vision, goals, policies, and action items in the General Plan
Participatory community engagement
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General Plan & Focus of Update
General
Comprehensive
Long-term planning horizon
(20-25 years)
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Building
Permits
Subdivision Maps
Zoning
General Plan
General Plan & Focus of Update
Covers an identified planning area
Internal consistency
•Equal status among elements
•Consistency between elements
•Consistency within elements
•Text and diagram consistency
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Building
Permits
Subdivision Maps
Zoning
General Plan
Required Elements
Land Use
Circulation
Housing
Conservation
Open Space
Safety
Noise
Environmental Justice
Air Quality
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Environmental
Justice Complete Streets Vehicle Miles
Traveled
Housing Sites and
StreamliningWildfires and
Flooding
Climate Change
AdaptationGHG Emissions
Tribal
Consultation
New State Requirements
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General Plan Update Boundary
Town limits
Sphere of Influence
Update
Process
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BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO
UPDATE WEBSITE
EMAIL BLASTS
NEWSLETTERS
MEDIA RELEASES
ENGAGEMENT HQ
WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS
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Outreach Program
Primary Update Logo
Optional Update Logo Optional Update Logo
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Outreach Program
losgatos2040.comBRANDING & UPDATE LOGO
UPDATE WEBSITE
EMAIL BLASTS
NEWSLETTERS
MEDIA RELEASES
ENGAGEMENT HQ
WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS
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Outreach Program
BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO
UPDATE WEBSITE
EMAIL BLASTS
NEWSLETTERS
MEDIA RELEASES
ENGAGEMENT HQ
WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS
Outreach Program
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BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO
UPDATE WEBSITE
EMAIL BLASTS
NEWSLETTERS
MEDIA RELEASES
ENGAGEMENT HQ
WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS
Outreach Program
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BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO
UPDATE WEBSITE
EMAIL BLASTS
NEWSLETTERS
MEDIA RELEASES
ENGAGEMENT HQ
WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS
Outreach Program
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PLACEHOLDER
FOR IMAGE OF LGGPU ENGAGEMENT HQ
BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO
UPDATE WEBSITE
EMAIL BLASTS
NEWSLETTERS
MEDIA RELEASES
ENGAGEMENT HQ
WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS
Outreach Program
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PLACEHOLDER
FOR IMAGE OF LGGPU ENGAGEMENT HQ
BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO
UPDATE WEBSITE
EMAIL BLASTS
NEWSLETTERS
MEDIA RELEASES
ENGAGEMENT HQ
WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS
Outreach Program
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BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO
UPDATE WEBSITE
EMAIL BLASTS
NEWSLETTERS
MEDIA RELEASES
ENGAGEMENT HQ
WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS
Community Workshop #1
Date:
Wednesday
October 17, 2018
Time:
6:30 p.m.
Location:
Jewish Community Center
14855 Oka Road
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General Plan Update Advisory Committee (GPAC)
GPAC will serve as an advisory
body throughout the General
Plan update process
The GPAC consists of 12 members
First GPAC meeting is October 30th
Typically one meeting per month on 2nd Tuesday of month (starting December 11)
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Guiding Principles
Transportation
Sustainability
Fiscal Sustainability and
Responsibility
Community Vitality
Unique Neighborhoods
Diversity/Inclusivity
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Outcomes,
Challenges, &
Opportunities
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Discussion Items
1.When the General Plan update is complete, what would make you feel the process was a successful effort?
2.What are the key challenges in Los Gatos that the General Plan should
address?
3.What are the key opportunities in Los Gatos that the General Plan should enhance or protect?
4.For public engagement, what are the most effective means to get the
word out about upcoming meetings?
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Thank You
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