ATTACHMENT 1
2006 COUNCIL GOALS
AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
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2006 Ref# |
Status |
Priority Level and Project Name |
Page |
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1 |
Continued |
Downtown Economic Development Initiative |
3 |
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2 |
Revised |
Process and Foundational Studies for Horace Williams Property (Carolina North): Transit Master Plan |
4 |
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3 |
Continued |
1. Affordable Housing Goals re: a. Enact Affordable Housing Funding Source b. Develop an Affordable Housing Incentive Program c. Fund Affordable Housing Development d. Pursue Inclusionary Zoning |
7 |
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4 |
Continued |
Small Area Planning Process for Rogers Road Residential Area and Greene Tract |
8 |
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5 |
Continued |
Tree Ordinance |
9 |
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6 |
Revised |
Monitor/Evaluate Land Use Management Ordinance, Phase 2 to include Dark Skies Ordinance and Town Center Zoning District Building Envelope Provision |
10 |
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7 |
Revised |
Comprehensive Parking Strategy |
11 |
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8 |
Revised |
Revision of Comprehensive Plan |
12 |
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9 |
New |
Carbon Reduction Strategy |
12 |
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10 |
New |
Joint Planning Carrboro, West End Small Area Plan |
13 |
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11 |
New |
Wireless Internet Study and Recommendations |
13 |
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12 |
New |
Town Buildings, Property Review |
13 |
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13 |
New |
Town Internship Program |
14 |
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14 |
New |
Economic Development Officer |
14 |
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15 |
Continued |
Development Review: Developer Contribution to Operating Costs of Bus System |
14 |
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16 |
Continued |
Ten-Year Plan to End Homelessness |
15 |
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17 |
Continued |
Advisory Board Recruitment for Diversity |
16 |
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18 |
Continued |
Martin Luther King Recommendations Implementation |
17 |
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19 |
Continued |
Solid Waste Management Plan |
19 |
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20 |
Continued |
Additional Neighborhood Conservation Districts |
20 |
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SECOND Priority |
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21 |
Continued |
Evaluate the Feasibility of a Downtown Transit Transfer Center |
23 |
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22 |
Continued |
Downtown Small Area Plan Implementation |
23 |
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23 |
Continued |
Street Vendors |
24 |
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24 |
Continued |
Bicycle/Pedestrian Goal to Develop Operating Performance Measures |
25 |
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25 |
Revised |
Public Arts Master Plan |
26 |
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26 |
Continued |
Neighborhood Advocate Functions |
27 |
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27 |
Continued |
Energy Bonds/Efficiency |
27 |
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28 |
Continued |
Transportation Demand Management Plan |
29 |
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29 |
Continued |
Impact Fees |
29 |
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THIRD Priority |
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2006 Ref# |
Status |
Priority Level and Project Name |
Page |
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30 |
Continued |
Establish Park/Ride in 15-501 North Corridor |
31 |
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31 |
Continued |
Transfer of Development Rights |
31 |
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32 |
Continued |
Elections Financing |
32 |
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33 |
Continued |
General Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance |
33 |
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34 |
Continued |
Prepare Non-Residential Development Strategies and Guidelines |
33 |
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35 |
Continued |
Use Patterns |
34 |
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36 |
Continued |
Inventory of Post World War II Architecture |
34 |
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37 |
Continued |
Potential Mitigation of Traffic Congestion in U.S. 15-501 Corridor |
35 |
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Items incorporated into revised items for 2006 |
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2006 Ref# |
2005 Ref# |
Status |
Priority Level and Project Name |
Page |
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2 |
5 |
Revised |
Transit Master Plan |
4 |
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27 |
33 |
Revised |
Entranceway Corridors |
27 |
COUNCIL GOALS AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
HIGHEST Priority
Continued 1. Downtown Economic Development Initiative
Description: Continue implementation of project to develop Town-owned downtown Parking Lots 2 and 5.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: On November 8, 2004, the Council authorized drafting a Request for Qualifications document. On December 6, the Council authorized proceeding with issuing a Request for Qualifications to potential developers. The Request for Qualifications was issued December 15, 2004, with a submittal date of January 31, 2005. On January 11, the Council held a pre-proposal conference in Town Hall for prospective developers. On January 31, the Town received six proposals in response to the Request for Qualifications. The Council Committee reviewed the proposals at its February 23, 2005 meeting and recommended that five developers be asked to submit proposals.
May 9, 2005 Status: On February 28, 2005, the Council invited five firms to submit proposals for consideration. On March 7, the Council authorized a Request for Proposals document for distribution to the five firms, and authorized the Town’s consultant, John Stainback, to complete the Request for Proposals process. Two proposals were received on May 2, 2005. A public presentation is scheduled for May 23.
September 12, 2005 Status: The Council held public interviews with two potential developers on May 23, 2005. On June 15, 2005, the Council authorized negotiations with Ram Development Company and appointed Council members Sally Greene, Cam Hill and Bill Strom to the Town negotiating team. On June 27, 2005, the Council authorized an Exclusive Right to Negotiate Agreement with Ram Development Company. The Council held design sessions with Ram Development Company on June 20 and June 29, 2005. The Town negotiating team met on August 1, 2005; negotiations with Ram Development Company began August 2, 2005. Additional negotiating sessions were held on August 18 and August 31, 2005.
November 21, 2005 Status: The Town Council held a work session on design issues with Ram Development Company on September 19, 2005. The Town negotiating team met on September 19 and October 11, 2005. The Town Council held a work session on downtown negotiations on October 12, 2005. On October 24, 2005, the Council authorized the Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Ram Development Company. On October 26, 2005 the Town negotiating team met with Marvin Malecha, Dean of the College of Design at North Carolina State University concerning the its design expectations for the project. That same day, Dean Malecha began his peer review process with the Ram Development Company.
February 13, 2006 Status: Dean Malecha held three peer review sessions on October 26, November 15, and December 15, 2005. The Dean met with the Town negotiating team on January 4, 2006 to review progress. Three additional sessions focusing on architectural design were held on January 13, January 25, and February 6 with the developer’s architectural team. We expect Dean Malecha to make a report to the Council on February 27, 2006.
On December 15, 2005, the Public Arts Commission and Ram Development Company announced the selection of Mikyoung Kim as the public artist for the project. Discussions have begun with the developer’s architectural team.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: Dean Malecha presented a report to the Town Council concerning schematic design on February 27, 2006. Dean Malecha was invited to continue working with the developer as the more detailed architectural plans are produced. The Town Council reviewed Concept Plans for the developments on March 20, 2006. The Town and Ram Development Company are engaged in the preparation of a Development Agreement.
On April 9, Mikyoung Kim submitted her Public Art Master Plan for the Downtown Intiative to the Public Arts Commission.
Revised 2. Process for Horace Williams Property (Carolina North)
Description: Undertake foundational studies for the planning and development of the Horace Williams property. Continue community dialogue on the future of the Horace Williams property and discussions on process for receiving and considering additional information about the University of North Carolina’s plans for Carolina North.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: The Council received a follow-up report on December 6 on a process to consider rezoning the property, options for addressing the fiscal equity recommendations, and potential land conservation techniques. On January 10, 2005, the Council reviewed the report and instituted a process to consider rezoning portions of the Horace Williams property from Office/Institutional-3 and Residential-2 to Office/Institutional-2.
May 9, 2005 Status: On March 21, 2005, the Council held a public hearing on the rezoning proposal. On April 25, 2005, the Council rezoned the Office/Institutional-3 portion of the property to Office-Institutional-2. The Council also adopted a resolution concerning its willingness to work with the University at the appropriate time to develop new zoning for the future development of the Horace Williams property. The Mayor has discussed the fiscal equity proposal with Chancellor Moeser and the initial reception to the proposal is positive.
September 12, 2005 Status: On June 27, 2005, the Council appointed two new members to the Committee and reappointed five members. In September 2005 the Committee will hear a presentation by the Village Project on an alternative development concept for Carolina North; the Village Project presented the concept at a public meeting in the Council Chamber at Town Hall in late June 2005. A progress report to the Council is planned for September 26, 2005.
November 21, 2005 Status: A progress report was submitted November 9, 2005 and the Council adopted a resolution sending direction to the committee.
February 13, 2006 Status: On January 24, 2006, the Town Council endorsed as policy Part B of the Horace Williams Citizen Committee’s recommendations on process, to conduct foundational studies including a long range transit master plan, it also accepted parts C (Develop new zone), D (Review concept plans) and E (Review development proposals) as recommendations that it will hold open for consideration as necessary. The Town Council requested additional information about an invitation from the University to participate in its Leadership Advisory Committee. The Council will discuss the matter further at its February 13, 2006 meeting.
Product to be Produced and Timetable
Begin Foundational Studies for:
May 8, 2006 Status: On March 2, April 6, and May 4 Town Council representatives participated in the Chancellor’s Leadership Advisory Committee which has been formed to develop a set of guiding principles for the development of the Carolina North Campus. On April 10, 2006 the Town Council resolved to conclude the service of the Horace Williams Citizens Committee effective June 30, 2006. The Horace Williams Citizens Committee is expected to present a report to the Town Council on May 20, outlining recommendations for the scope and content of a foundational study for environment resources.
2a. Foundational Studies: Long Range Transit Plan
Description: Develop a Long Range Transit Plan for Chapel Hill Transit’s future. Look at potential transit configurations 20 to 30 years in the future. Include review of potential fixed guideway corridors, such as U.S. 15-501/N.C. 54. Seek grant funds to pay for such a study. Include developing a policy that no roads in Chapel Hill be constructed or widened to be greater than four lanes.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: We reported progress to the Council at its 2005 Planning Session on January 13, 2005. At that time, the Council received a discussion paper prepared by consultant John Bonsall of McCormick Rankin International and decided to seek the involvement of Chapel Hill’s transit partners, Carrboro and the University of North Carolina. On January 26, the Public Transit Committee heard a proposal to jointly undertake a Long Range Transit Master Plan for the area. The Committee endorsed the concept and agreed to plan a spring meeting of the transit partners with John Bonsall, to be held at the Friday Center.
May 9, 2005 Status: The joint meeting of the transit partners is now scheduled for September 7, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at the Friday Center.
September 12, 2005 Status: Final preparations have been completed for a joint meeting of the transit partners on September 7, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at the Friday Center. Mr. John Bonsall will provide an overview of his outline for preparing a Long Range Transit Plan.
November 21, 2005 Status: The Chapel Hill Transit Committee has met to discuss the Transportation Master Plan and is working on the scope of work for the committee project.
February 13, 2006 Status: Town staff is preparing a draft scope of work for the development of the Plan. The draft scope will be submitted to the Public Transit Committee for review and comment on February 22, 2006.
May 8, 2006 Status: The Public Transit Committee reviewed draft Request for Qualifications on February 22, March 20, and April 21, 2006.
2b. Foundational Studies: 2 Fiscal Equity Plan
Description: Establish a process with the University to create a fiscal equity model that could be used to fairly assess the direct revenues and costs to the Town that would result from the proposed development of University lands.
Product to be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: On March 2, April 6, and May 4 Town Council representatives participated in the University’s Leadership Advisory Committee which has been formed to develop a set of guiding principles for the development of the Carolina North Campus. The Town’s presentation on April 6 made specific reference to the need for a fiscal equity model.
2c. Foundational Studies: 3 The need for a Land Conservation Plan
Description: Establish a process with the University to prepare proposals and strategies to conserve and protect open space at the Horace Williams property as part of the Carolina North development project.
Product to be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: On March 2, April 6, and May 4 Town Council representatives participated in the University’s Leadership Advisory Committee which has been formed to develop a set of guiding principles for the development of the Carolina North Campus. The Town’s presentation on April 6 made specific reference to the need for a land conservation plan.
Continued 3. Comprehensive Plan Affordable Housing Goals re:
a. Enact Affordable Housing Funding Source
b. Develop an Affordable Housing Incentive Program
c. Fund Affordable Housing Development
d. Pursue Inclusionary Zoning
Description: Consider an Inclusionary Zoning ordinance
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Revised Goal.
May 9, 2005 Status: On April 27, 2005, the Council held a work session on the Comprehensive Plan Housing Strategies. The Council decided to initiate a process to consider drafting an inclusionary zoning ordinance, and established a Council Committee to draft a proposal. The Council also decided to appoint a citizen’s committee to review the draft.
September 12, 2005 Status: On June 27, 2005, we reported to the Council with a proposed work plan for affordable housing initiatives. The Council adopted resolutions to: (1) establish a process and schedule for developing an inclusionary zoning ordinance; and (2) call a public hearing for September 26, 2005 to consider amending the Town’s Comprehensive Plan to include additional language for the payment-in-lieu option. On tonight’s agenda, there is an item asking that the Council adopt a charge for an Inclusionary Zoning Task Force.
November 21, 2005 Status: On September 21, 2005, the Council adopted a charge for an Inclusionary Zoning Task Force. To date, the Council has appointed 15 members to the Committee. We expect the Committee to hold its first meeting before the end of this year. On October 10, 2005, the Council adopted a resolution to amend the Comprehensive Plan better define the payment-in-lieu option. The Comprehensive Plan now states that payment-in-lieu fees are calculated as follows: “where the amount of the payment shall be calculated by multiplying the number of affordable housing units to be provided as calculated in option 1 (without dropping fractions) by an estimate of funding that would be needed to make a homeownership opportunity in the proposed development available to individuals and families with annual income at or below 80 percent of the area median income”.
February 13, 2006 Status: The Inclusionary Zoning Task Force continues to meet. There are currently 22 members on the Task Force. The Task Force expects to complete its work in March 2006, forward a recommendation to the Planning Board for review in June 2006, and recommend that the Council schedule a public hearing in September 2006 to consider a proposed ordinance.
Product to be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: The Inclusionary Zoning Task Force continues to meet to discuss the potential components of an Inclusionary Zoning ordinance. The Task Force expects to forward a recommendation to the Planning Board for review in June 2006.
Continued 4. Small Area Planning Process for the Rogers Road Residential Area and Greene Tract
Description: The Council has discussed conducting an additional small area plan per the Council’s action on the Greene Tract Work Group recommendations in November 2002. In the jointly adopted resolution among Orange County, Chapel Hill, and Carrboro, Chapel Hill agreed to conduct a small area plan for the residential area west of the Greene Tract (Rogers Road, Purefoy Road area), including the affordable housing site on the Greene Tract. The plan will include a more detailed look at the impacts of providing public services in the area, especially the extension of sewer, and the impacts on the area of developing an affordable housing site.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: We plan to submit a report to Council on a potential process for proceeding by the end of the Second Quarter of 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: Because of changes in staffing and anticipated workload, we recommend considering initiation of this work in 2006.
September 12, 2005 Status: On June 27, 2005, we reported that due to current staff shortages and expected work load, we recommended that the development of a Rogers Road Small Area Plan begin in June 2006 following completion of four Neighborhood Conservation Districts, because of staff shortages and expected workload.
November 21, 2005 Status: At a Work Session on October 12, 2005, the Council directed the staff to begin preliminary work on the Rogers Road Small Area Plan, and begin the full process upon completion of four Neighborhood Conservation District’s in June 2006.
February 13, 2006 Status: Council members agreed to ask elected officials from Carrboro and Orange County to participate in a multi-jurisdictional approach for development of a Small Area Plan for this neighborhood. At its January 12, 2006 Planning Session, the Council suggested forming a Committee of elected officials to develop a proposed process for completing a Small Area Plan. It was suggested that a Committee could also discuss participants in the process and joint staff work. On January 23, 2006, Council Members Strom and Kleinschmidt were appointed by the Council to initiate discussions regarding this process. We expect to begin planning for this area in July 2006.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: The proposal for completing a Rogers Road Small Area Plan was discussed at the March 30, 2006 Assembly of Governments meeting. Carrboro and Orange County have appointed representatives to participate in the development of a process to complete the Small Area Plan. We expect to begin planning for this area in July 2006.
Continued 5. Tree Ordinance
Description: Consider protection of trees on private property and banning clear cutting, through amendments to the Land Use Management Ordinance.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Work to begin in Third Quarter, 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred until 2006 because of staffing shortages and workload challenges.
September 12, 2005 Status: No change in status.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: At the January 12, 2006 Council Planning Retreat this item received higher priority.
Products to be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: A report on a recommended process for consideration of ordinance changes is scheduled for May 22, 2006.
Revised 6. Monitor/Evaluate Land Use Management Ordinance, Phase 2
Description: We will continue to monitor and evaluate the Land Use Management Ordinance and offer advice on further action. Additional actions added January 12, 2006.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Proposed amendments scheduled for spring and fall of 2005. (This table has been moved to February 13, 2006 status.)
May 9, 2005 Status: We believe that all of these items except the parking requirements report will have to be deferred until 2006. The parking item will be presented to the Council on May 23, 2005.
September 12, 2005 Status: No change in status.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: See chart for products to be produced and timetable:
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
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ISSUE |
ACTION |
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Clarify the relationship between building code and Land Use Management Ordinance definitions of floor area. |
Report to Council by Third Quarter, 2006 on schedule for text amendments. |
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Clarify land disturbance triggers for soil and erosion control requirements; coordinate with similar requirements in other documents. |
Report to Council by Third Quarter, 2006 on schedule for text amendments. |
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Adjust parking requirements (Section 5.9).
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Recommendations pending Transportation Board review. Consideration of adjustment to the vehicular and bicycle parking standards is expected to return to the Town Council in the Second Quarter of 2006. |
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Reconsider using the “2-year frequency, 24-hour storm event” as the basis upon which calculations are made regarding how much stormwater (volume) needs to be retained on-site. (Section 5.4.6) |
Report to Council by Third Quarter, 2006 on schedule for text amendments. |
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Consider how to handle porous pavement as impervious surface (Table 3.8-1, footnote (k)). |
Report to Council by Third Quarter, 2006 on schedule for text amendments. |
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Clarify distinctions between water treatment requirements for runoff from public streets vs. private lots. |
Report to Council by Third Quarter, 2006 on schedule for text amendments. |
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Reconsider requiring stormwater management facilities on individual single-family lots (Section 5.9.2(a)). |
Report to Council by Third Quarter, 2006 on schedule for text amendments. |
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Increase flexibility in “alternate buffer” provisions (Section 5.6.8). |
Report to Council by Third Quarter, 2006 on schedule for text amendments. |
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Consider reducing minimum lot size from 5 acres to 1 acre for Planned Development-Housing in residential zoning districts (Section 6.18.4) |
Report to Council by Third Quarter, 2006 on schedule for text amendments. |
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Consideration of changes to lighting provisions (dark skies initiative) |
Added to Council Goals at January 2006 Council Retreat (Report spring 2006). |
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Revisions to Town Center Zoning District Building Envelope Provisions (height related) |
Added to Council Goals at January 2006 Council Retreat (Report spring 2006). |
May 8, 2006 Status: A report on a recommended process for consideration of ordinance changes is scheduled for May 22, 2006.
Revised 7. Comprehensive Parking Strategy
Description: Develop and implement a comprehensive parking strategy per 2000 Comprehensive Plan strategy 10E-1, including short-term parking, reducing long-term parking, structured parking, and shared parking approaches. Especially consider impacts in downtown Chapel Hill.
February 28, 2005 Status: New Goal.
May 9, 2005 Status: Work to be scheduled for 2006.
September 12, 2005 Status: No change in status.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: Higher priority at the January 2006 Council Retreat.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006: The Council will consider a charge and composition for a parking review committee at its May 8 meeting.
Revised 8. Advisory Board Review of Comprehensive Plan
Description: Initiate review and revision of the 2000 Comprehensive Plan.
February 28, 2005 Status: New Goal.
May 9, 2005 Status: No action to date. Process will begin in Fall 2005.
September 12, 2005 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred until 2006 because of staffing shortages and workload challenges.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: Town Council directed staff to begin a process for revising the Comprehensive Plan. Staff will be discussing a possible process for Town advisory board review of the Plan’s Goals and Objectives with the Planning Board on February 21, 2006.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: The Planning Board reviewed and approved a process for advisory board review of the Comprehensive Plan on February 21, 2006. Staff prepared review materials and distributed to advisory boards in April 2006.
New 9. Carbon Reduction Strategy
Description: Begin working with Professor Douglas Crawford Brown to define a strategy and program for reducing Carbon emissions in the Town of Chapel Hill.
February 13, 2006 Status: New Goal
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: The Planning staff coordinated a collection of energy data for the Carbon Reduction Plan and Orange County Greenhouse Gas Audit with UNC class. Professor Crawford-Brown will give a presentation to the Town Council on May 22, 2006.
New 10. Joint Planning Carrboro, West End Small Area Plan
Description: Consider possible collaborative preparation of a small area plan for the adjoining Downtown areas of Chapel Hill and Carrboro.
February 13, 2006 Status: New Goal
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: A letter was sent to the Carrboro Board of Alderman on March 13, 2006 requesting participation in the proposed West End Small Area Plan.
New 11. Wireless Internet
Description: Undertake Study and Recommendations for the provision of Wireless Internet service to citizens.
February 13, 2006 Status: New Goal.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
New 12. Town Buildings, Property Review
Description: Undertake review of Town owned property to consider the future uses for the Old Post Office, Old Library and Old Town Hall to meet future needs for Town facilities and services.
February 13, 2006 Status: New Goal
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: The Council reviewed a report on April 6, 2006 in response to a lease extension request from the Chapel Hill Museum and decided to extend the lease. At the same time the Council reviewed the re-issued report on use of Town buildings originally presented April 27, 2005.
New 13. Town Internship Program
Description: Create Town internship program in association with the University.
February 13, 2006 Status: New Goal
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: At the April 24 Council meeting, the Manager recommended $16,000 for the Internship program as a priority option for the 2006-2007 budget.
New 14. Economic Development Officer
Description: To consider creating the position of an economic development officer for the Town.
February 13, 2006 Status: New Goal
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: The Mayor’s Committee on Economic Development Professional has been holding meetings to examine the possibility of creating a position. The committee plans to submit a recommendation to the Town Council during the budget process.
Continued 15. Development Review: Developer Contribution to Operating Costs of Bus System
Description: Explore the possibility of obtaining developer contributions to bus system operating costs through the development review process in a manner similar to road and sidewalk improvements. Look at possibility of Lots 2 and 5 development contribute to the Transit system.
February 28, 2005 Status: New Goal.
May 9, 2005 Status: Action scheduled for Fourth Quarter, 2005.
September 12, 2005 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred to 2007.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: The Council discussed potential legislation with the Orange County delegation on April 24, 2006: and will consider the issues as part of a proposed legislative program at the May 8 meeting.
Continued 16. Ten-Year Plan to End Homelessness
Description: With Orange County, Hillsborough, and Carrboro, develop a ten-year plan to end homelessness. Project continues implementing findings of a public forum held in November 2004 on homelessness.
February 28, 2005 Status: New Goal.
May 9, 2005 Status: An additional Forum was held in Hillsborough on Saturday, April 29, 2005. A Budget Working Paper on a proposed project budget was submitted to Council on April 27, 2005.
September 12, 2005 Status: The Partnership in collaboration with the Orange County Human Services Advisory Commission (HSAC) is sponsoring the Orange County Human Services Forum. This year’s topic is “Welcome Home: A Bold Proposal to End Homelessness.” The forum will be held on September 14, 2005 at United Church of Christ. Guest speakers include Philip Mangano, Executive Director of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness, Richard Moore, NC State Treasurer and Chris Fitzsimon of NC Policy Watch.
The Partnership expects to hire a program administrator before October 1. If approved by Council, the Partnership will also coordinate efforts for Chapel Hill’s participation in Triangle United Way’s Harvest Feast event on October 30.
November 21, 2005 Status: The Project Administrator, J-Quad Associates, of Dallas Texas, was hired in October. The first meeting of the Steering Committee, co-chaired by Chair of the County Commissioners Moses Carey and local businessman Nathan Milian, was held on Thursday, November 10, 2005. The Steering Committee was introduced to J-Quad and informed of the process to be used in development of the 10 Year Plan. The Working Group was given a list of questions from the Steering Committee that will be presented at the next meeting in January.
February 13, 2006 Status: A second meeting of the Steering Committee was held on January 11, 2006. Project Administrator, J-Quad Associates, is in the process of scheduling focus group discussions with various community representatives to discuss homelessness in Orange County. Focus group discussions will occur during the last two weeks of February.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: A third Steering Committee meeting was held on March 22, 2006. Project Administrator, J-Quad Associates reported on the discussions of the 19 focus group meetings that were held throughout the County. In addition, UNC Students working on data collection for the project provided an update on the status of their work. On April 10, 2006, the UNC Students also provided an update on their work to the Council. A Community Forum was conducted on April 27, 2006. The purpose of this Forum was to develop personal action steps and community-wide solutions that will effect change and assist in the goal of ending homelessness.
Continued 17. Advisory Board Recruitment for Diversity
Description: At its January 13, 2005 retreat, the Council discussed ways to increase diversity on Town advisory boards, including increasing recruitment efforts by using e-mail ListServs, contacting non-profit organizations and placing ads in newsletters of nonprofit organizations.
February 28, 2005 Status: New Goal.
May 9, 2005 Status: Board and Commission vacancy advertisements have been sent to all agenda face sheet email recipients. Additionally, advertisements have been placed on the Town’s website and cable channel, and in both the Herald Sun and the Chapel Hill News. We will prepare print materials for distribution at Town buildings and will request public service announcements by WCHL.
September 12, 2005 Status: Board and Commission vacancy advertisements have been sent to all agenda face sheet email recipients. Additionally advertisements have been placed in the TownWeek section of The Chapel Hill News. Print materials for distribution at Town buildings will also be distributed.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: Board and Commission vacancies advertisement sent to current board and committee members and Town News list serve on a monthly basis. Advertisement for vacancies also placed in TownWeek section of the Chapel Hill News, on the Town website and cable channel. Brochures with application forms have been distributed at Town facilities, the Chamber of Commerce, and Visitors’ Center. Town Information Officer and Town Clerk are gathering information to launch recruitment campaign.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Plan for improved recruitment methods
May 8, 2006 Status: Bus posters were placed in 83 buses, for three months, encouraging citizens to volunteer to serve on Town boards and commissioners. Board and Commission vacancies were also advertised in Southern Neighbor, the Daily Tarheel, and on the Peoples Channel. Advertisements for vacancies were also placed in TownWeek, on the Town Website and on Cable Channel 18. Service opportunities also will be advertised in the Town Guide to Services that will be distributed in June 2006.
Continued 18. Martin Luther King Recommendations Implementation
Description: On January 10, 2005, the Council received a report recommending a process for the Council’s consideration to implement the recommendations of the Special Committee to Rename Airport Road. Actions included: authorize the staff to effect the name change of Airport Road to Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and assist those affected by the name change to the extent allowed by law and within the Town’s available resources; begin efforts through appointment of a committee to organize a celebration of the road name change; form a citizens’ committee to consider the additional recommendations of the Special Committee to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.; and begin a process to change the name of the existing Martin Luther King, Jr. Street.
February 28, 2005 Status: New Goal. All work is on schedule.
May 9, 2005 Status: The dedication of the new Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is scheduled to take place on May 8, 2005. New street signs were to be erected the week prior to this event. A citizens’ committee planned a community celebration to feature presentations at Town Hall, a people’s procession, and continuing festivities at Hargraves Center. Members are being sought for a Continuing Concerns Committee to consider the additional proposals of the Special Committee.
September 12, 2005 Status: Hundreds of residents turned out on May 8, 2005, for the dedication of the newly named Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Thirteen overhead signs measuring 18 inches by 8 feet were erected at eight signalized intersections. Smaller signs measuring 9 by 48 inches were installed at 19 non-signalized intersections. The cost of the signs and installation was $15,600. All signs were erected by May 6, 2005.
The celebration was held on the 45th anniversary of Dr. King’s visit to Chapel Hill. The festivities began at Town Hall with featured speakers and gospel choirs, and continued with a procession to Hargraves Center, where participants enjoyed a community barbecue and entertainment by Liquid Pleasure.
Early in 2005, the Town notified more than 800 residents and business owners that Airport Road would change to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. A public information meeting was held on March 22, 2005, for those affected by the address change. Because address numbers and zip codes would not change, automatic updating of records was conducted by the U.S. Postal Service, all utility companies, the Department of Motor Vehicles, Orange County and the Town of Chapel Hill.
Another change affected by the new street name was the required renaming of the existing Martin Luther King Jr. Street in the Colony Woods West neighborhood. On April 5, 2005, residents selected "Jackie Robinson Street" as their top choice.
Additional members are being sought for the Continuing Concerns Committee, and a special public information campaign is underway to attract more citizen interest.
November 21, 2005 Status: A final step in this process will be the appointment of a citizens committee to consider the additional recommendations of the Special Committee to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. The Council will consider two applicants for appointment to the Continuing Concerns Committee on November 21, 2005. Public advertisements seeking applicants to this committee have been placed in The Chapel Hill News, Cable Channel 18 and the Town’s web site. One applicant, Joe Herzenberg, has been appointed thus far to this committee.
February 13, 2006 Status: Two citizens, including the Committee convener, were appointed to the Continuing Concerns Committee on November 21, 2005. Additional applicants will be solicited.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Establish a Continuing Concerns Committee to consider the additional proposals of the Special Committee
May 8, 2006 Status: The Continuing Concerns Committee met for the first time April 25, 2006.
Continued 19. Solid Waste Management Plan
Description: Seek amendment of Orange County’s Solid Waste Plan.
February 28, 2005 Status: New Goal.
May 9, 2005 Status: On April 7, 2005, the Solid Waste Advisory Board endorsed formulation of a Solid Waste Advisory Board Work Group “created specifically to produce a new Solid Waste Management Plan&hellips;”. An invitation was extended to the Town of Chapel Hill to participate in the charge of this work group. The Council has appointed Council Member Bill Strom to serve on this committee and the Manager has appointed Public Works Director Bill Letteri. The initial meeting of this work group was held in early April, with a discussion of the charge of the group. It is understood that this group will
September 12, 2005 Status: Broad discussion of “Pay As You Throw” options took place at most June 15 meeting of the Orange County Storm Water Advisory Board. Possible future actions/decisions are pending. The next scheduled meeting of work Board is September 14.
November 21, 2005 Status: The “Solid Waste Management Plan Work Group” has held two meetings, on October 12, 2005 and November 3, 2005. Topics discussed included--residential curbside collection methods for recycling (single vs. dual stream); adding mixed paper and cardboard at the curb; commercial recycling collection, methods and targets; materials handling or processing facilities; “pay-as-you-throw” models and alternatives; and discussion of jurisdictional needs, objectives, issues and concerns. The next meeting of the work group is scheduled for early February 2006.
February 13, 2006 Status: The Solid Waste Advisory Board Work Group toured the Greensboro and Charlotte recycled materials processing facilities on November 28, 2005. The next meeting of the Work Group is expected to occur in late February.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: The “Solid Waste Management Plan Work Group” held a meeting on April 12, 2006. Topics discussed included a summary of responses to a questionnaire distributed to Work Group participants and an update on the status of the Transfer Station. Alternative Transfer Station sites are being considered, including the location on Eubanks Road. The County has hired a consultant to help analyze the feasibility of each of the options. The three-year update of the Solid Waste Plan is now anticipated to be completed in the Fall of 2006.
Continued 20. Additional Neighborhood Conservation Districts
Description: Consider neighborhood conservation districts in the Greenwood, Pine Knolls, Coker Hills, and Morgan Creek neighborhoods. Consider additional neighborhood conservation district for Mason Farm neighborhood
February 28, 2005 Status: Council called a public hearing to consider rezoning the Greenwood neighborhood on February 28, 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: The Council received a report on a potential process for considering neighborhood conservation districts on April 25, 2005. The Council decided to take additional public comment on May 9, 2005. At the April 25th meeting, the Council adopted a resolution initiating a process for the Pine Knolls neighborhood. The staff will also prepare cost estimates of feasible options for the Council’s June 15, 2005 meeting. Information on each neighborhood’s requests follows:
Greenwood Neighborhood: On February 14, 2005, the Planning Board petitioned the Council to consider making the Greenwood neighborhood a Neighborhood Conservation District. On April 18, the Council held a public hearing to consider rezoning the neighborhood to Residential-Low Density 1, and on April 25, 2005, the Council adopted the new zoning.
Pine Knolls Neighborhood: On February 28, 2005, Ms. Delores Bailey, on behalf of the Pine Knolls neighborhood, presented a petition requesting Council consideration of a Neighborhood Conservation District for the Pine Knolls neighborhood. On April 5, 2005, the Planning Board also petitioned the Council in support of the Pine Knolls request. The Council initiated the process at the April 25th meeting.
Coker Hills Neighborhood: On March 7, the Coker Hills neighborhood petitioned the Council to consider establishing a Neighborhood Conservation District for the neighborhood. On March 29, 2005, the neighborhood submitted its formal petition with signatures from property owners to the Town Clerk.
Morgan Creek Neighborhood: On April 25, a representative of the neighborhood indicated it is preparing to submit a request to the Town Council for a Neighborhood Conservation District.
September 12, 2005 Status: On June 15, 2005, the Council authorized entering into a Performance Agreement with Clarion Associates to prepare and complete the four Neighborhood Conservation District’s by April 2006, at a cost not to exceed $50,000. On July 20, 2005 we entered into a Performance Agreement with Clarion for this project. The Neighborhood Conservation District process is underway. The consultant is in the process of setting up community meetings in each of the four neighborhoods.
November 21, 2005 Status: Kickoff meetings have been held with all four neighborhoods. The consultant, Clarion Associates, is in the process of compiling information from community meetings and individual interviews with residents. The second meetings with each neighborhood are scheduled to take place in November or early December. The focus of the second meetings will be to discuss potential regulatory responses to the neighborhood challenges that have been identified. Clarion expects to complete its work by April 2006.
February 13, 2006 Status: The third series of meetings is underway. Based on comments received during the process, Clarion has prepared recommendations for each neighborhood to consider. We expect Clarion to complete its portion of the Neighborhood Conservation District process in April 2006. Upon completion of Clarion’s work, we anticipate that the Council would schedule public hearings to receive citizen comments on the proposed boundaries and guidelines for the Neighborhood Conservation Districts prior to consideration of adopting overlay zones. We believe that this process should be complete by June 2006.
On October 24, 2005, representatives from the Mason Farm Neighborhood Association presented a petition to the Council requesting that it be designated as a Neighborhood Conservation District. The Neighborhood Association also requested immediate protection from certain types of development. In response to the request for Neighborhood Conservation District designation, on November 21, 2005 the Council authorized the Manager to request proposals from consultants in July 2006 to develop a Neighborhood Conservation District for the Mason Farm neighborhood. In response to the request for immediate protection, on January 9, 2006, the Council adopted a process to initiate a rezoning of the Mason Farm neighborhood and scheduled a public hearing on March 20, 2006.
Product to be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: Clarion Associates has presented its recommendations for all four Neighborhood Conservation Districts to the Planning Board. A staff recommendation was also provided for each neighborhood. The Planning Board has developed its recommendations for the Greenwood, Morgan Creek/Kings Mill Road, and Pine Knolls neighborhoods, considered recommendations for the Coker Hills neighborhood on May 2, 2006. A public hearing to receive citizen comments on all four Neighborhood Conservation Districts has been scheduled for May 15, 2006.
In response to a request for immediate protection for the Mason Farm neighborhood, the Council rezoned the neighborhood from Residential-1 to Residential-Low Density 1 on April 24, 2006. We expect to begin a Neighborhood Conservation District process for this neighborhood in July 2006.
SECOND PRIORITY
Continued 21. Evaluate the Feasibility of a Downtown Transit Transfer Center
Description: An initiative in the Downtown Small Area Plan is the development of a downtown transit transfer center. The Council Committee on Lots 2 and 5 recommended studying the feasibility of a center on sites other than Parking Lot 5.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: The potential use of Lot 2 as a transit transfer center is included in the second phase of the project scheduled for 2008. Pursuing potential funding and examination of the concept is scheduled to begin this year.
May 9, 2005 Status: No change in status.
September 12, 2005 Status: Funding has been identified to complete a Downtown Transfer Center Feasibility Study. It is anticipated that this study will be initiated before the end of 2005.
November 21, 2005 Status: The Downtown Center Feasibility Study is anticipated to be initiated in the spring of 2006.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Feasibility analysis of a downtown transit transfer
May 8, 2006 Status: Funding for consultant study was included in the 2006-2007 Urban Area Planning Work Program. The study is anticipated to begin in Fourth Quarter, 2006.
Continued 22. Downtown Small Area Plan Implementation
Description: Develop an implementation schedule and begin implementing the Downtown Small Area Plan. The Town has completed some of the initiatives in the Plan since its adoption in 2000, but in a piecemeal fashion. This document would spell out specific projects and a timetable for completing them.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 24, 2005 Status: Work has not started due to amount of Planning staff resources being devoted to the Lot 2/5 project. Work to begin in Fourth Quarter, 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: Work to begin in Fourth Quarter, 2005.
September 12, 2005 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred until 2006 because of staffing shortages and workload challenges.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: Council agreed to request the participation of Carrboro to develop a process for coordinating the development of the West Franklin Street/Main Street area. Staff is preparing a memorandum for Council review on February 27, 2006 outlining a possible process to undertake this project.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Report to Council proposing projects and implementation schedule
May 8, 2006 Status: On February 27, 2006, the Council appointed Council Members Cam Hill and Mark Kleinschmidt to initiate discussions with elected officials from Carrboro regarding a Small Area Plan process for the West Franklin, West Rosemary and Main Street area.
Continued 23. Street Vendors
Description: Review street vending downtown, and a process to evaluate proposals for licensing vendors. Explore opportunities with the Public Arts Commission.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Work to begin in Fourth Quarter 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: Work to begin in Fourth Quarter, 2005.
September 12, 2005 Status: To be incorporated as part of the Downtown Small Area Plan implementation work described above in Item 22.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: Refer to Downtown Partnership.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Continued 24. Bicycle/Pedestrian Goal to Develop Operating Performance Measures
Description: Two major short-term Comprehensive Plan actions are related to Bicycle and Pedestrian goals:
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: The Council received the Annual Sidewalk and Bicycle Facilities Construction Plan on December 6, 2004, and adopted the proposed plan of action on January 10, 2005. The Plan recommends pursuing grant funding for the Bicycle/Pedestrian Operating Performance Measures action item in 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: Implementation of annual construction plan is underway. A Budget working paper on the status of sidewalks near schools was presented for the Council’s consideration at its April 27, 2005 work session. A Budget working paper on the implementation of bicycle facilities was also presented at the same work session.
As reported earlier, we will seek grant funding to develop the Bicycle/Pedestrian Operating Performance Measures in 2005.
September 12, 2005 Status: The 2005 Chapel Hill-Carrboro Mobility Report Card will include an evaluation of bicycle facilities and collection of bicycle counts at various locations.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: Staff is exploring the development of a refined process with UNC graduate students.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Report to Council: Bicycle/Pedestrian Operating Performance Measures
May 8, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Revised 25. Public Arts Contextual Plan
Description: The Public Arts Commission is preparing a Public Arts Master Plan. Include the Public Arts Master Plan under development as a component of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: The Public Arts Commission is actively seeking outside support for execution of the Public Arts Contextual Plan. Representatives from the Public Arts Commission met with representatives from various Town Boards and Commissions on February 8, 2005 to discuss the Plan and develop goals.
May 9, 2005 Status: This project has been delayed due to funding. A grant application was submitted to the North Carolina Arts Council in March 2005. Another grant application will be sent to the National Endowment for the Arts June 2005. These funds, if approved, will be matched by the Chapel Hill Public Arts Commission.
September 12, 2005 Status: The Public Arts Commission received funding from the North Carolina Arts Council for this project and is waiting to find out about possible funding from the National Endowment for the Arts. The selection process for a consultant has begun with the hope of hiring someone in the next several months.
November 21, 2005 Status: A selection committee comprising Town Council Representatives, a Town Staff representative, and several Public Arts Commission representatives interviewed two consultants for the Public Art Contextual Plan. A consultant will be selected in the next several days.
February 13, 2006 Status: Public Art consultant Gail Goldman was selected as the consultant for the Public Art Contextual Plan for the Town of Chapel Hill. Goldman visited Chapel Hill from January 16-20 to learn more about Chapel Hill and to meet with a variety of people including Town Council members, Town staff members, and various community leaders.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: March 21 through 23, 2006, Public Art consultant Gail Goldman met with Mayor Kevin Foy, Town Attorney Ralph Karpinos, Senior Planning Graphics Specialist Scott Simmons, Finance Director Kay Johnson, North Carolina Arts Council Public Art & Community Design Director Jeffrey York, and the Chapel Hill Public Arts Commission Executive Committee.
On April 24 and 25, Goldman met with the Public Arts Commission and Public Art Contextual Plan Steering Committee respectively to discuss the Public Art Contextual Plan draft. Goldman will present the Public Art Contextual Plan to Town Council at the June 12, 2006 Business Meeting.
Continued 26. Neighborhood Advocate Functions
Description: Consider options for providing neighborhood advocate functions within Town government, including a program neighborhood advocate education.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: The Manager has been unable to complete this project because of other work. Interim products will be prepared to assist citizens with specific processes and matters of interest.
May 9, 2005 Status: No change in status.
September 12, 2005 Status: No change in status.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: To encourage involvement in and understanding of local government, information brochures have been produced (“Town Council Meetings,” “Your Mayor and Town Council,” Advisory Boards and Commissions,” The Town Budget,” and “Town Facilities”). Newspaper advertisements and bus posters in spring 2006 convey the theme “Participate.” A newly produced Town Hall presentation display continues this theme and offers ways citizens to stay connected through news listservs and TOWNweek, a weekly bulletin to Chapel Hill citizens. These efforts will continue and be expanded. A proposed video project may feature the Town’s boards and commissions, and offer opportunities to volunteer for community.
Continued 27. Energy Bond/Efficiency
Description: Continue planning for implementation of energy bonds and achieving energy efficiency in Town buildings.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Council referred a proposal to create a revised energy conservation ordinance to advisory boards for comment and held a public forum on February 21, 2005. The Council Committee is also engaged in implementing the sustainable community development grant for energy improvements to Fire Station #1 and developing an Energy Bank proposal for Council consideration prior to implementing 2003 bond projects for energy improvements.
May 9, 2005 Status: The Council will consider a revised energy ordinance this evening.
The Committee has recommended that the Council approve designating Chapel Hill as a Carbon Reduction Project site, which involves pledging to substantially reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Follow-up report scheduled for May 23.
September 12, 2005 Status: On May 9, 2005, the Council adopted a revised Energy Conservation Ordinance establishing a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design standard for new and expanded Town buildings. On June 27, 2005, the Council heard a consultant’s presentation on a draft Energy Bank concept, which would “bank” savings resulting from energy improvements at Town buildings to pay for future energy projects. The follow-up report on the Carbon Reduction Project proposal, originally scheduled for May 23, is on tonight’s agenda.
November 21, 2005 Status: Primary staff oversight for this has been moved from the Planning Department to the Public Works Department. Ongoing efforts include review of all of the Town’s utility accounts, with the aim of providing more accurate account information on each utility bill. One Public Works staff member is working on a course of study leading to certification as a LEED accredited professional. In the upcoming CIP budgeting process, we plan to solicit nominations for several energy bank projects to be funded in FY 2006-07.
February 13, 2006 Status: We received a letter from the NC State Energy Office, dated January 26, 2006, notifying us that the Town has been awarded a Sustainable Community Development grant in the amount of $30,000 to install a photovoltaic panel system on the roof of Fire Station # 1. The grant contract requires an $8,000 local match from the Town’s Energy Bank and assumes that the Energy Bank will be reimbursed from energy cost savings attributable to the project. The terms of the contract require the Town to complete the work by June 30, 2006.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: The Council authorized the Town Manager to accept a $30,000 Sustainable Community Development grant from the State Energy Office on April 10, 2006. The grant funds and $8,000 in matching funds will be used to install a photovoltaic panel system on the roof of Fire Station #1.
Continued 28. Transportation Demand Management Plan
Description: Develop revised Transportation Demand Management Program. The Manager will prepare a report to the Council, to include: a survey of programs in other communities, an evaluation of the Town’s program, and proposals for revising the Transportation Demand Management Program. The Transportation Advisory Board and the Planning Board have petitioned the Council to evaluate and revise the Town’s Transportation Demand Management Program.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Report expected in Second Quarter, 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: The Council received an information report at its April 25, 2005 meeting assessing the current program.
September 12, 2005 Status: Staff is preparing to collect survey data from all Transportation Management Plan sites in the 4th quarter of 2005. The information provided to TMP sites will also include integration of active living by design information.
November 21, 2005 Status: Survey of the Transportation Management Plan sites began in the Fourth Quarter 2005. The report is expected in the First Quarter 2006.
February 13, 2006 Status: Data still being collected. Report to be completed in Second Quarter, 2006.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Transportation Management Program
May 8, 2006 Status: Data collection delayed. Report to be completed in Third Quarter, 2006.
Continued 29. Impact Fees
Description: Periodically examine whether to implement additional impact fees. Currently, there are community impact fees for schools, water and sewer services, and stormwater. A discussion paper on the types of impact fees in use currently, their status, and potential future uses would be prepared for Council’s consideration.
February 28, 2005 Status: New Goal.
May 9, 2005 Status: No change in status.
September 12, 2005 Status: No change in status.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred to 2007.
THIRD Priority
Continued 30. Establish Park/Ride in 15-501 North Corridor
Description: Find a location and establish a park/ride lot in the 15-501 North corridor. Consider use of Chapel Hill Bible Church lot.
February 28, 2005 Status: New Goal.
May 9, 2005 Status: A Budget working paper was prepared for Council’s consideration at its April 27, 2005 work session.
September 12, 2005 Status: Congressional approval of Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient, Transportation Equity Act legislation included approximately $1.25 million in federal funds for the purchase of land and design of a park and ride facility in the US 15-501 North Corridor. Town staff is clarifying the availability of the funding and identifying potential locations for evaluation.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: Staff is continuing to determine the funding availability from the federal earmark.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Continued 31. Transfer of Development Rights
Description: Initiate discussions with Orange County, Carrboro, and Hillsborough concerning a coordinated Transfer of Development Rights/Purchase of Development Rights/conservation easement strategy as a priority Rural Buffer protection action, per Strategy 5B-1 of the Comprehensive Plan. This strategy calls for working with Orange County and Carrboro to evaluate and implement options for strengthening the Urban Services Area and Rural Buffer.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Work to begin in Fourth Quarter, 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred to 2006 because of staffing shortages and workload challenges.
September 12, 2005 Status: Orange County has hired a consultant to prepare a feasibility study.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: Orange County is considering an amendment to the contract with the consultant to accomplish goals of the Task Force. The Orange County Commissioners are tentatively scheduled to receive the consultant’s feasibility study on May 22.
Continued 32. Elections Financing
Description: Consider publicly financed elections to make elections more inclusionary and consider options for providing more disclosure of financing sources.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Council Member Hill will convene the Committee to begin formulating options for consideration.
May 9, 2005 Status: As requested by the Council, a new Bill has been introduced in the Legislature that would, if wanted, authorize local election campaign financing.
September 12, 2005 Status: HB 128 (Election Changes) was introduced but was not adopted by either house.
November 21, 2005: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: Council committee will meet and make recommendation. The General Assembly will reconvene in May.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Continued 33. General Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance
Description: The Council deferred work on a general Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance until completion of work on a Schools Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance. The ordinance has gone into effect following adoption by Carrboro, Orange County and Chapel Hill-Carrboro School Board. This project would develop an Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance for other types of public facilities such as roads, parks, open space, etc.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Work to begin in 2006.
May 9, 2005 Status: Work to begin in 2006.
September 12, 2005 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred to 2007.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Report to Council on process for developing general Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance
May 8, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Continued 34. Prepare Non-Residential Development Strategies and Guidelines
Description: This strategy of the Comprehensive Plan relates to the economy of Chapel Hill. The goal in the Comprehensive Plan calls for a multi-faceted approach to attract and retain desirable forms of non-residential development. Approach includes developing a strategy to implement and retain non-residential development, and reviewing and strengthening existing design guidelines and standards for non-residential development. The Town would develop and implement a proactive strategy to encourage and retain non-residential development, including small businesses.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
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February 28, 2005 Status: Work to begin in 2006.
May 9, 2005 Status: Work to begin in 2006.
September 12, 2005 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred to 2007.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Report to Council on potential strategies
May 8, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Continued 35. Use Patterns
Description: An initial draft of the new Land Use Management Ordinance contained a series of Use Patterns: descriptions of particular types of development that would represent desirable forms of development. The Council determined that a placeholder be left in the new ordinance and that work be taken up one-by-one by the Planning Board and Staff.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Work to begin in First Quarter, 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred until 2006.
September 12, 2005 Status: No change in status.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Amendments to Land Use Management Ordinance to include Use Patterns
May 8, 2006 Status: We recommend that this work be deferred to 2007.
Continued 36. Inventory of Post World War II Architecture
Description: This action would relate to Strategy 3B-1 of the Comprehensive Plan to strengthen existing Historic District Regulations. The proposal would update a survey of historic resources to include preservation of post-World War II architecture in Chapel Hill.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005 Status: Planning staff is investigating possible grant funding.
May 9, 2005 Status: Under the auspices of the Town of Chapel Hill, the Preservation Society of Chapel Hill conducted a survey of historic resources in Chapel Hill in 2004, “The Town and Gown Architecture of Chapel Hill, 1795-1975,” by M. Ruth Little. The Historic District Commission will discuss whether to conduct additional studies at an upcoming meeting.
September 12, 2005 Status: No change in status.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
May 8, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Continued 37. Potential Mitigation of Traffic Congestion in U.S. 15-501 Corridor
Description: Examine potential traffic congestion mitigation beyond the “superstreet” concept for the U.S. 15-501 Corridor from Manning Drive to I-40 corridor; especially consider expansion of Chapel Hill Transit operations and configurations.
For prior reports refer to past Quarterly Reports on Council Goals.
February 28, 2005: Report to be submitted in Second Quarter, 2005.
May 9, 2005 Status: Due to anticipated limited funding through the State Transportation Improvement Program (see related agenda item on tonight’s agenda), and the anticipated allocations of Direct Allocation funds over the next several years, we believe it is unlikely that funding could be obtained for this project.
September 12, 2005 Status: Funding for this project was not included in the 2006 State Transportation Improvement Program or regional planning work programs. Staff will work with regional and State staff to propose funding in the 2007 State Transportation Improvement Program.
November 21, 2005 Status: No change in status.
February 13, 2006 Status: No change in status.
Products to Be Produced and Timetable
Report to Council on options for proceeding
May 8, 2006 Status: The draft 2007 TIP is scheduled to be released over the summer.