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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - Economic Development Committee - 06/13/2023South Burlington Economic Development Committee Room #301 at 180 Market St South Burlington, VT 05403 AGENDA Participation Options In Person: Room #301 – 3rd Floor – 180 Market St Assistive Listening Service Devices Available upon request Electronically: https://meet.goto.com/SouthBurlingtonVT/economic-development- committee06-13-2023 Dial in using your phone. +1 (571) 317-3122 Access Code: 610-313-637 Tuesday June 13, 2023 5:30 PM 1.Welcome, agenda review and approval 2.Public comments on items not on the agenda 3.*** Approve minutes from May 16, 2023 EDC Meeting 4.*** Discuss report out of FY23 and approve FY24 Policy Priorities and Strategiesrecommendations to the Council 5.Childcare ARPA funding discussion 6.Adjourn (approx. 7:00 pm) ***Attachments included SOUTH BURLINGTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES of the Committee meeting on May 16, 2023 in Room 301 of City Hall, 180 Market Street, South Burlington, in person and remotely. Members present: Tom Bailey, Sriram “Srini” Srinivasan, Michael Biama, John Burton, Ken Linge and Charles Johnson attended all in person. Members absent: Sriram “Srini” Srinivasan Others in attendance: Jessie Baker, City Manager and Kelsey Peterson, City Planner attended in person. John Burton called the meeting to order at 4:10 PM and proceeded to address the items on the agenda. 1.Welcome, agenda review and approval: It was agreed that, after Agenda items 1, 2 and 3, the Committee would proceed directly to Item 5. The agenda was approved as amended. 2. Public Comments on items not on the agenda: There were no public comments. 3. Approval of minutes of April 11, 2023 meeting: Tom moved to approve the minutes of the April 11, 2023 meeting. Michael seconded the motion which was approved unanimously. 5 Discussion of draft of Economic Development section of the Comprehensive Plan: Kelsey led off the discussion of the draft that was circulated previously by defining what is was intended in considering the “Objectives” section and differentiating it from goals. She noted that this is the Committee’s “last big chance” to provide input to the Planning Commission in formulating a Comprehensive Plan draft. There followed a ranging discussion of the language that should be included in the Committee’s input. Tom took notes on the discussion, as did John, and agreed that he would after the meeting promptly circulate an updated draft of the Committee’s input for the Committee members so that they could provide final comments, after which John would submit the input. 6 Adjournment: No other agenda items were considered. The meeting adjourned at 5:40 PM. DescriptionImplementation Strategy DescriptionCommittee ActionLDR Updates:  *Explore rezoning the land aroundthe airport*Continue revisions to City CenterForm Based Code and associatedOfficial Map updates to supportsuccessful development of thedowntownEDC, PC *EDC to participate in airportrezoning subcommittee*PC to discuss and adopt allJohn Burton from the EDC participated in the rezoning task force. The committee voted to decline the zoning change and recommended more airport/neighborhood discussions.Participate in the Comp Plan review and update process with a focus on reviewing data points and using this information to inform future prioritiesEDCWork with staff to review options for buying or developing existing city‐owned landStaff updated EDC at Committee meetings.  Discussions continue about the possibility of doing a lot line adjustment for development at 575/577 Dorset Street.*Actively plan for public spaces throughout the City, including public open spaces and public art, such that these spaces can*Establish vibrant streetscapes, civic spaces, public art and public facilities in the Central District and City Center.Affordable and Community StrongRole of City Manager and Leadership Team"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."City of South BurlingtonFY22 Policy Priorities & Strategies ‐ Report #3Adopted by Council 11/15/21Updates in red textCreating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors.Must DoRole of City CommitteeFY22 Update (June 2022)"This is how our resident committees can inform policy and help implement policy."*Be affordable, with housing for people of all incomes, lifestyles, and stages of life*Be a recognized leader in public education offerings and outcomes*Ensure transparent and accessible government.*Keep unique features, and maintain or enhance the quality of life of existing neighborhoods*Provide quality public safety, infrastructure, health, wellness, and recreation servicesRecommended FY23 Priorities for Committee*Take into account the quality of life of residents, employees, and visitors in the development of City policies, plans, Plan for effective use of ARPA funding*Infrastructure (including IT)*Affordable Housing*Economic development and business supportAHC, EDC Make recommendations to Council on how best to use ARPA funding for housing and economic developmentWill be part of the ARPA public process over the summer.DescriptionImplementation Strategy DescriptionCommittee ActionDevelop metrics for fiscal and economic development:  do we have a tax base goal? What do we need to be financially sustainable?  How do we support GL growth that enables this? EDC Develop and review metricsCommittee has discussed metrics and is narrowing the list of indicators to track. This will also be part of the Comp Plan updated.Assess needs and gaps of the business communityAssess the City's Industrial‐Commercial Zoning districts:  What uses MUST be away from housing? Should we reserve land for those purposes only while making other "business parks" eligible for a wider range of mixed uses?PC and EDC Provide feedback and review of optionsNot yet begun Review progress at the Umall.  Support the development as appropriate.Admin EDC Identify staff support for EDCThe City Manager is staffing the Committee.Role of City Manager and Leadership Team"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."Opportunity OrientedRecommended FY23 Priorities for CommitteeBeing a supportive and engaged member of the larger regional and statewide community.*Prioritize development that occurs within the community into the higher intensity areas identified within this Plan*Support a diverse and vibrant economy built on quality jobs, employment centers and a supportive educational and research system; support markets for local agricultural and food products.Role of City Committee FY22 Update (June 2022)"This is how our resident committees can Must Do Pending Community or Committee interestConsider ballot item on Commercial CannabisEDC Explore Commercial Cannabis, monitor CCB's efforts and make recommendations to CouncilIn January, EDC recommended bringing this question to the voters to decide.  No community interest was expressed until the last minute. State is pushing off fall launch.  EDC to review after State launch.DescriptionImplementation Strategy DescriptionCommittee ActionCommittee InterestEDC Continue to participate in I89 Corridor conversationCommittee has been on the CCRPC calls. Report expected this summer.NoneDescription*Climate Change ResolutionImplementation Strategy DescriptionCommittee ActionCommittee InterestEDC Explore ways to recruit and retain clean energy businessesConsidering best approach to this initiative.Hold a series of business meetings and roundtables to assess all outstanding needs of our business community with the intent that this is an ongoing dialogue"This is how our resident committees can "This is how our resident committees can Green & CleanEmphasizing sustainability for long‐term viability of a clean and green South *Promote conservation of identified important natural areas, open spaces, aquatic resources, air quality, arable land and *Reduce energy consumption city‐wide and increase renewable energy production where appropriate.Role of City Manager and Leadership Team Role of City Committee*Develop a safe and efficient transportation system that supports pedestrian, bicycle, and transit options while *Establish a city center with pedestrian‐oriented design, mixed uses, and public buildings and civic spaces that act as a focal Role of City Manager and Leadership Team Role of City Committee FY22 Update (June 2022)"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."Recommended FY23 Priorities for CommitteeRecommended FY23 Priorities for CommitteeFY22 Update (June 2022)"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."WalkableBicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe transportation infrastructure. Explore ways to recruit and retain clean energy businesses City of South Burlington FY24 Policy Priorities & Strategies Role of Council "This is the vision for our community" Committee Strategy Description Comprehensive Plan Update Green & Clean: Emphasizing sustainability for long-term viability of a clean and green South Burlington Core Municipal Services and Administration City Center and Tax Increment Financing District Climate Action Plan Role of Committee "This is how our resident committees can inform policy and help implement policy." Affordable and Community Strong: Creating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors. Opportunity Oriented: Being a supportive and engaged member of the larger regional and statewide community. Walkable: Bicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe transportation infrastructure.