Volume 2: Draft Gorst Planned Action Environmental Impact Statement

GORST PLANNED ACTION EIS | AFFECTED ENVIRONMENT, SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS, AND MITIGATION MEASURESoooOffering pre-annexation agreements to property owners interested in annexation and needing assurancesfrom the City of Bremerton about services, planning, or other issues.Plans for tiering and/or phasing of infrastructure development, appropriate to the individual UGA.City of Bremerton priorities for City of Bremerton-led annexation efforts as appropriate.• Describe the development and implementation of a public involvement program that identifies roles andresponsibilities for respective jurisdictions, including actions and timeline.• Be reflected in County and City of Bremerton Comprehensive plans.UGAMAs elsewhere in the county are to reflect revenue sharing agreements, but this does not apply to the Citiesof Bremerton and Port Orchard, which does not participate in that agreement.Kitsap County Comprehensive PlanThe Kitsap County Comprehensive Plan provides policies and goals primarily for the unincorporated portions of thecounty. The Comprehensive Plan is intended to comply with the GMA and other state laws that require localgovernments to plan comprehensively, as well as comply with the CPPs. It was adopted in 2006 and amended in2012 to comply with a remand of the Growth Management Hearings Board.The Plan itself contains several chapters or elements, including those required by the GMA as well as a number ofsubarea plans addressing particular UGAs or rural communities. Highlights of the County’s vision are listed below.• County Government. County government that is accountable and accessible; encourages citizen participation;seeks to operate as efficiently as possible; and works with citizens, governmental entities and tribalgovernments to meet collective needs fairly while respecting individual and property rights.• Natural Environment. Natural ecosystems—including inter-connected wetlands, streams, wildlife habitat, andwater quality—that are rehabilitated, protected and enhanced and that allow for flexible and innovativedevelopment to meet environmental and growth goals. In developed areas, the growth pattern supportsconservation of non-renewable energy and minimizes impacts on air quality and climate.• Housing. Residential communities that are attractive, affordable, diverse, and livable supported byappropriate urban or rural services. A variety of housing choices are available, meeting a full range of residentincome levels and preferences. Residents are able to walk between neighborhoods and to communitydestinations.• Open Space. An open space network—including greenbelts, wildlife habitat, forested areas, and active andpassive parks—that is accessible, inter-connected, provides opportunities for recreation and defines anddistinguishes urban and rural areas.• Urban Areas. Healthy urban areas that are the region's centers for diverse employment and housingopportunities, all levels of education, and civic and cultural activities.• Rural Areas. Rural areas and communities where unique historical characters, appearances, functions, andpioneering spirits are retained and enhanced. Natural resource activities, such as forestry, agriculture, andmining continue to contribute to the rural character and economy. Rural recreation opportunities areenhanced, including equestrian facilities, trails, and others.• Cultural Resources. Historical and archaeological resources that are recognized and preserved for futuregenerations.• Economic Development. A stable, prosperous and diversified economy that provides living wage jobs forresidents, supported by adequate land for a range of employment uses and that encourages accomplishmentof local economic development goals.Draft | June 2013 3-246