Title
A resolution adopting the North Nevada/University of Colorado, Colorado Springs Economic Opportunity Zone Task Force Findings and Recommendations, for strategic planning purposes.
(Legislative)
Presenter:
Peter Wysocki, Planning and Community Development Director
Carl Schueler, Comprehensive Planning Manager
Body
Summary:
This is a request for adoption, by resolution of the North Nevada / University of Colorado, Colorado Springs Economic Opportunity Zone (EOZ) Task Force Findings and Recommendations report (EOZ report) as originally prepared in 2014. The document would be used in an advisory manner for strategic planning purposes, consistent with the City's Strategic Plan and Infill Action Plan. If adopted, staff suggests that the recommendations in the report be treated and used by the City as a "menu" of available strategic options.
Previous Council Action:
This item was presented to Council Work Session on May 23, 2016 and referred to the regular session on June 14, 2016.
This EOZ report was previously presented to City Council at a work session in early 2014 but no formal action was taken at that time.
Background:
In 2013 at the request of then Mayor Steve Bach, Fred Veitch of Nor'wood assembled Task Forces for Academy Boulevard and North Nevada as part of larger EOZ Solutions Team. The co-chairs for the Nevada EOZ effort were Rob Oldach Colorado Structures and Councilman Don Knight. Additional members are listed in the report. The purpose of the effort was to recommend specific strategies to implement to foster the revitalization of the North Nevada Avenue area, particularly in light of the growth potential associated with UCCS.
The Task Force's resulting EOZ report recommends a focus on leveraging the growth and potential of UCCS, and presents 12 recommendations that vary in time frame, specificity and responsibility.
Also included with the original 2014 EOZ report is a limited supplement highlighting key updates since ...
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