Central Business District Revitalization Toolkit
Economic Development Tool
Committee
Staff
Status
Notes
Coordinate Downtown Business Conversation Regarding a Business Improvement District (BID) CDC
Sarah
On-going
Regular quarterly meetings are occurring to develop relationships. March 11, 2022 meeting was a success with +/- 50 participants. Next meeting is scheduled on Saturday, July 9th from 9am – 11am.
Walking Tours
VFB
Sarah/Cristal
In process
VFB Committee, Alleyway Art Project, Historical Society, Idea Cooperative are developing two initial walking tours: Murals; and History to increase pedestrian activity downtown.
Improve Town Hall Restrooms
PW&F
Alfredo
In Process
Scope of work being developed.
Increased Pedestrian Dedications
CDC
Not identified
HOLD
Parklets? Street Closure? Wait to see how effective bollards are in creating additional pedestrian recreation.
Public Art
CDC
Not Identified
In process
First Friday events sponsored by local businesses. City collaborated with the Middle School to install artwork in City Hall. City financial support for downtown murals. Additional opportunities to encourage public art are being sought.
Improve Business Directory & Directional Signage
VFB
Cristal
In process
VFB allocated funding to refinish kiosks and new directional maps were installed. Trial A-frames encouraging pedestrians to explore the 300 block of Franklin St and 200/300 block of Redwood Ave are being tested.
Install Trees, Planters and Landscaping
PW&F
Not Identified
HOLD
Collaborate with Bee City to create public program for tree dedications, planting for planters and landscaping.
Install Bollards to Block Vehicular Traffic for Special Events PW&F
Chantell
In process
In design. Project also includes light poles and crosswalks.
Reconsider Allowable Land Uses
CDC
Not identified
HOLD
Evaluate current land use tables and permitting requirements.
Employ Code Enforcement Actions
CDC
Valerie
In process
Property compliance forms mailed to every property/business in CBD and follow-up code enforcement action occurring.
Establish Regular Walking Patrol
PS
Mayor
In process
Establish a regular, physical walking presence of uninformed officers - building positive public relations, while deterring nuisances.
Temporary Waiver of
Water/Sewer Capacity Fees
F&A
David
In process
Council adopted Resolution 4495-2021 temporarily defers water/waste water fees for restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops. Council considering waiving capacity fees for all businesses in the CBD at upcoming meeting.
Create Public Gathering Space
CDC
Not identified
Rural Recreation and Tourism (RRT) Program grant submitted for Town Hall East was unsuccessful. Staff requests direction on next steps.
Regular CDC Update – June 2022