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c. Review of existing codes to make them clearer and easier to enforce; d. Uniform code enforcement policy; e. Rental registration program; and, f. Administrative fine program; 4. Complete the installation and implementation of a new permit/code enforcement software program. Planning Commission Goals 1. Major Revision. and Re -codification of the City's Shoreland Management Ordinance — This would include analysis of wetland setbacks, treatment of vegetation and landscaping within the shoreland, equipment and structures within the shoreland, and an analysis of the entire ordinance in order to better comply with current DNR regulations. 2. Revision of the City's Subdivision Ordinance — There are many aspects of this ordinance that are out of date and need revision. Additionally, there are things within the ordinance, such as filing deadlines and payment schedules for park dedication payments that are inflexible and make small scale development more difficult then it might otherwise be. 3. Adoption of Green Building/Zoning Codes — The Planning Commission identified specific areas that they- would like additional research and review in terms of incorporating green standards as well as removing impediments to green buildings within the City's codes; windmills, "natural lawns", water run-off, permeable pavers, etc. 4. Design Standards — Along with the adoption of design standards for the B-2 District, the Planning Commission is interested in looking at other districts within the City. Specifically it may be appropriate to extend the B-2 Design Standards into the B-3 District as well. The Planning Commission will begin looking into this issue at their December 3, 2008, meeting. Other districts were also mentioned as possible candidates for design standards. Economic Development Commission Goals o Long-term Strategic Imperatives: o Build relationships with the business community. o Identify redevelopment and development opportunities. o Act as an active liaison between the City Council and the business community. Implementation Projects 1. Identify locations for gateway signs, obtain cost information, and build gateway signs. 2. Update the business contact list on a regular basis 3. Divide the City into business contact areas for each of the EDC members to actively build relationships with businesses. work to obtain: City of Arden Dills Planning Commission Meeting for March 4, 2009 P: IPlanninglDepartment Records l Quarterly & Year End Reports 120081030409 - 2008 Year in Review forPC.doc Page 9 of 10