Thursday, September 9, 2010

Final Vision Report Complete

The year long Vision Yellow Springs Miami Township project is complete and the final report was presented to Village Council and the Miami Township Trustees on August 30. The report is now ready to go public for review by government, business, non-profits and other groups and organizations as to how it can be integrated into their own goals and projects.

Here are the top action plans to come out of the effort but much more is included in the Plan.

Strengthening the Economy:
  1. Create and implement an economic development plan.
  2. Identify and work to increase potential properties for business.
  3. Develop and implement a program to engage area colleges and universities in collaborative initiatives with the community.
Managing the Physical Environment:
  1. Prepare and implement a joint comprehensive land use plan.
  2. Prepare and implement a long-term utility improvement plan.
  3. Prepare and implement a pedestrian (sidewalk) and bicycle plan for Yellow Springs and the Township.
Meeting the Needs of People:
  1. Conduct and implement a housing plan for the village and township.
  2. Maintain and improve an independent public school system.
Promoting Energy Conservation & Sustainability:
  1. Develop a green energy and waste reduction program.
  2. Create a campaign to encourage more local consumption of locally grown foods.

Provided by the YS Chamber of Commerce

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