South Gateway S. Michigan-S. Main Comm. Corridor Action Plan 1998

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Roles and Responsibilities Much work will be required to accomplish the goal of revitalizing the South Gateway. This study recommends a two-part structure to support that work, a Steering Committee to guide initial efforts and a permanent successor Organization to manage programs necessary for long-term economic vitality of the area. These recommendations recognize that the talents necessary to initiate revitalization differ from the talents necessary for long-term management. The Steering Committee will guide approval of the plan and seek public support for the process. It will also set the parameters for programs like appearance guidelines, major developments, facade improvement programs, and streetscape design. The Steering Committee is meant to be a temporary organization that dissolves after implementation of this development plan is completed. The Steering Committee would be composed of these individuals: A Representative of the City's Department of Community and Economic Development A Representative of the Urban Enterprise Zone A Representative of the Chamber of Commerce The Chairperson of the South Gateway Improvement Association Three - four key property owners A representative of Scottsdale Mall An elected official A Representative of Ivy Tech A member of the Leadership Council The Steering Committee would be responsible for guiding policy initiatives that support successful implementation of this Plan. The tasks to be undertaken to achieve that objective include: Facilitating assembly of developable land Reviewing Developer Qualifications Reviewing development proposals recommending Municipal Actions Streetscape expansion Parking Revision Public Safety Initiatives Seeking Project Funding Providing timely and accurate press information Providing periodic status updates so that progress can be gauged, Encouraging community input, ownership, and participation. Evaluating progress and revising plans as necessary Since communication is critical to the success of revitalization, the Steering Committee needs to undertake a communication process that: immediately builds consensus on the approved plan with all the key constituencies of the community, articulates the next steps so that everyone knows what to expect, provides periodic status updates so that progress can be gauged, encourages community input, ownership, and participation. With recruitment a key priority in the revitalization plan, a specific communication strategy with real estate brokers and other entities that can bring new businesses to South Gateway is also important. Business Districts, Inc. South Gateway Commercial Corridor Action Plan 12