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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 5 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 6 General Plan & Focus of Update Land use Transportation and mobility Environmental sustainability Evaluation and modifications to objective standards Fiscal stability/responsibility 7 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 8 General Plan & Focus of Update General Comprehensive Long-term planning horizon (20-25 years) 9 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 10 Building Permits Subdivision Maps Zoning General Plan Required Elements Land Use Circulation Housing Conservation Open Space Safety Noise Environmental Justice Air Quality 11 Environmental Justice Complete Streets Vehicle Miles Traveled Housing Sites and StreamliningWildfires and Flooding Climate Change AdaptationGHG Emissions Tribal Consultation New State Requirements 12 13 General Plan Update Boundary Town limits Sphere of Influence Update Process 14 15 BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO UPDATE WEBSITE EMAIL BLASTS NEWSLETTERS MEDIA RELEASES ENGAGEMENT HQ WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS 16 Outreach Program Primary Update Logo Optional Update Logo Optional Update Logo 17 Outreach Program losgatos2040.comBRANDING & UPDATE LOGO UPDATE WEBSITE EMAIL BLASTS NEWSLETTERS MEDIA RELEASES ENGAGEMENT HQ WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS 18 Outreach Program BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO UPDATE WEBSITE EMAIL BLASTS NEWSLETTERS MEDIA RELEASES ENGAGEMENT HQ WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS Outreach Program 19 BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO UPDATE WEBSITE EMAIL BLASTS NEWSLETTERS MEDIA RELEASES ENGAGEMENT HQ WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS Outreach Program 20 BRANDING & UPDATE LOGO UPDATE WEBSITE EMAIL BLASTS NEWSLETTERS MEDIA RELEASES ENGAGEMENT HQ WORKSHOPS & POP-UP EVENTS Outreach Program 21 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 22 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 23 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 24 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) 25 Guiding Principles Transportation Sustainability Fiscal Sustainability and Responsibility Community Vitality Unique Neighborhoods Diversity/Inclusivity 26 Outcomes, Challenges, & Opportunities 27 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? 28 Thank You 29