Title
Olympia 2045 - Updating the Introduction Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan Recommendation
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Move to accept the Planning Commission recommendation to approve the proposed changes to the Introduction Chapter of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan and forward to a City Council Study Session for discussion.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to accept the Planning Commission recommendation to approve the proposed Introduction Chapter of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan and forward to a City Council Study Session for discussion.
Report
Issue:
Whether to accept the Planning Commission recommendation to approve the proposed Introduction Chapter of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan and forward to a City Council Study Session for discussion.
Staff Contact:
Joyce Phillips, Planning Manager, Community Planning and Economic Development, 360.570.3722
Casey Schaufler, Associate Planner, Community Planning and Economic Development, 360.753.8254
Presenter(s):
Casey Schaufler, Associate Planner
Background and Analysis:
Olympia's Comprehensive Plan
Olympia's first Comprehensive Plan (Plan) was adopted more than 60 years ago. With the passage of the State's Growth Management Act in 1990, Olympia prepared a new plan which was completed in 1994. The plan was amended a few times over the years. In 2014, the City completed a major rewrite of the Plan, with broad input and participation by community members.
The Plan covers the area of the Olympia City Limits and the urban growth area. It addresses issues like housing, land use, transportation, parks and open spaces, utilities and public services, and the economy. It also reflects community values, such as public participation, addressing climate change, and tree preservation. Once adopted, the Plan becomes the adopted vision for how and where our community will grow and change, and be served with utilities, infrastructure, and public services. Comprehensive Plans must be up...
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