Workshop. Valley Vision Stanislaus. Our Schedule. Help Shape Our Region s Future! The Scenarios. Who is StanCOG? How Do I Select a Scenario?

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1 Valley Vision Stanislaus Workshop Help Shape Our Region s Future! Valley Vision Stanislaus is a long-range planning process that will link future land use with a framework for investment in roads, freeways, public transit, and bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. At this stage in the process, StanCOG has prepared four growth scenarios with complementary transportation investments. StanCOG is seeking your input on which scenario you think best meets the region s needs. The Scenarios Historical Trend New Trend Pages include maps that show potential future development patterns for each scenario through 2035 so you can compare the different types of growth. Each presents future year 2035 conditions. Scenario 1 presents continued growth similar to past development patterns. Scenario 2 shows growth and development that conforms to the general plans of the county and cities. Scenario 3 presents a growth pattern with a greater emphasis on mixed-use and infill development. Scenario 4 takes the mixed-use emphasis of Scenario 3 even further by locating more growth within cities. How Do I Select a Scenario? Moderate Change More Change To help you select your preferred scenario, StanCOG has prepared comparisons between the scenarios based on various transportation and land-use performance measures. These comparisons are provided on pages 4-8. The four scenarios are consistently marked like the samples above. Our Schedule AUGUST 2013 NOW! StanCOG will hold three workshops and five city presentations (see back page) to present the four scenarios and get your feedback on a preferred scenario. SEPTEMBER 2013 The Policy Board will select a preferred scenario. NOVEMBER 2013 TO JANUARY 2014 The Valley Vision Stanislaus documents will be released and available for comment. MARCH 2014 END! StanCOG will hold a public hearing and the Policy Board will adopt the Valley Vision Stanislaus plan. Who is StanCOG? StanCOG is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Stanislaus Region as designated by the Federal government, and the Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) as designated by the State of California. It is responsible for developing and updating a variety of transportation plans and for allocating Federal and State funds to implement them. StanCOG is directed by a board of Mayors, Cty Council Members and County Supervisors who work together to address regional issues. Select your preferred scenario at: 1

2 Land Use Patterns 1 Historical Trend Development Patterns Growth occurs adjacent to existing communities Complementary Uses Suburban, auto-oriented development Services and employment separated from housing Development Density New low-density housing Development occurs at lower end of allowed general plan densities Transit/Transportation Corridors Limited alternative transportation options Continued expansion of roadways 2 New Trend Development Patterns Growth occurs adjacent to existing communities or as infill Complementary Uses Mix of suburban and compact development Improved housing-type options Development Density Mix of large lot single-family housing and smaller lot single-family housing Development occurs at targeted general plan densities Transit/Transportation Corridors Increased availability of alternative modes of travel 2

3 3 Moderate Change Development Patterns Infill within downtowns and mixed-use neighborhoods Complementary Uses Compact development within mixeduse centers, and in new traditional neighborhoods Development Density New multi-family, mixed-use housing with a mix of smaller lot housing Development occurs at the upper end of allowed general plan densities Transit/Transportation Corridors Increased availability of alternative modes of travel 4 More Change Development Patterns Very limited expansion of existing community boundaries Infill within downtowns and mixed neighborhoods Complementary Uses Compact development in downtowns and in new traditional neighborhoods Development Density Greater percentage of multifamily, mixed-use housing, and duplex/ townhomes as new housing stock. Transit/Transportation Corridors Increased availability of alternative modes of travel 3

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7 Valley Vision Stanislaus About What is Valley Vision Stanislaus? Valley Vision Stanislaus is a regional planning effort of StanCOG, Stanislaus County, and the Cities of Ceres, Hughson, Modesto, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank, Turlock, and Waterford. It is intended to improve the quality of life in our communities by expanding transportation, housing, and employment. Valley Vision Stanislaus is taking a big-picture look at how our communities can grow over time in a way that uses resources efficiently, protects existing communities, conserves farmland and open space, and supports our local economy. StanCOG, who is responsible for setting the transportation policy and priorities for the region, will use the results of Valley Vision Stanislaus to prepare the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP). Why are we doing this? The Federal government requires that MPOs such as StanCOG develop RTPs every four years to reflect current population, employment, and travel projections, as we as changes in local plans and regional transportation priorities. The State of California requires RTPs to coordinate transportation planning with regional housing and land use policies in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Without an adopted RTP, the region would not be eligible for Federal and State funding for major transportation improvements. Valley Vision Stanislaus is also an opportunity to think about how we want our region to change and evolve over the next several years to meet our needs and reflect our values. Planning in advance of growth can result in better neighborhoods, more housing and transportation choices, and a higher quality of life for residents. 7

8 Valley Vision Stanislaus Upcoming Events August Patterson Community Workshop Wednesday, August 14th 6:30-8:30 PM City Council Chambers 1 Plaza Patterson, CA Waterford City Council Study Session Thursday, August 15th 5:30 PM 101 E Street Waterford, CA Turlock Planning Commission Presentation Thursday, August 15th 7:00 PM 156 S. Broadway, Yosemite Community Room Turlock, CA Oakdale Community Workshop Tuesday, August 20th 6:30 8:30 PM Gene Bianchi Community Center 110 South Second Avenue Oakdale, CA Ceres Community Workshop 6:30-830PM Tuesday, August 27th 2701 Fourth Street, Community Room Ceres, CA Ceres Council Presentation Monday, August 26th 5:30 PM 2701 Fourth Street Ceres, CA Hughson Council Presentation Monday, August 26th 7:00 PM 7018 Pine Street Hughson, CA Modesto Planning Commission Presentation Wednesday, August 28th 6:00 PM City-County Chambers th Street Modesto, CA 8