General Plan Policy Document (Adopted 7-11 ... - City of Wheatland

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, Chapter 33.2. The City shall annually evaluate its progress in its economicdevelopment efforts and make plans for additional actionsfor updating and implementing the Economic DevelopmentStrategic Plan.Responsibility:Time Frame:City ManagerPlanning DirectorAnnuallyDOWNTOWNECONOMICDEVELOPMENTThe General Plan emphasizes revitalization and extension of thecity’s Downtown area. Currently, the Downtown’s economy is notviable. There are a number of vacant buildings and buildings inneed of structural and aesthetic rehabilitation.Revitalization of the Downtown is envisioned as an impetus toeconomic development. Activity would include promoting the areaby providing information to potential investors and propertyowners, locating available financing, and finding solutions toremove impediments to development.DowntownGOAL 3.BTo economically revitalize and extend the Downtown as thecommercial, civic, and cultural center of the community.POLICIES3.B.1. The City shall intensify and extend Downtown Wheatland asa principle retail and commercial district of the city andregion.3.B.2. The City shall create a distinctive and active pedestrianenvironment that supports Downtown as a uniquedestination.3.B.3. The City shall maximize opportunities for outdoor eating toreinforce Downtown as a food and entertainmentdestination.3.B.4. The City shall actively pursue the creation of significant newhousing opportunities within and immediately adjacent toDowntown.Wheatland General Plan Policy Document, Part II 3-4July 11, 2006