Meeting Summary
The city council held a conference meeting to receive an update on the Aim Norman Comprehensive Plan. The presentation covered the plan's development principles, a new approach to land use, and overviews of master plans for water, wastewater, stormwater, housing, transportation, and parks. Discussions focused on managing projected population growth, diversifying housing options, ensuring sustainable infrastructure funding, and the critical need to update zoning ordinances.
Upcoming Community Events
Aim Norman Comprehensive Plan Open House
Opportunity for community input on land use, character areas, and various master plans. Feedback will be reported at tomorrow's committee meeting and posted online.
Financial Matters
Stormwater Alternative Funding
Discussion on the need for alternative funding sources for stormwater management, including potential utility fees, to address flooding and water pollution challenges.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion
Discussion regarding the expansion and rehabilitation of the existing wastewater treatment facility versus building a new one, considering past voter approvals, costs, and capacity.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Plan adoption process for the Aim Norman Comprehensive Plan (after the first of the year)
- Griffin Master Plan update (February, with public input opportunities closer to spring)
- Report out of open house input at tomorrow's committee meeting
Agenda Summary
Aim Norman comprehensive Plan update
Presentation and discussion on the progress of the comprehensive plan, including development principles, land use strategies, and overviews of master plans for water, wastewater, stormwater, housing, transportation, and parks.