HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05-08 PACKET 04.05.
TO: Economic Development Authority
FROM: Christine Costello, Economic Development Director
DATE: May 1, 2018
RE: Proposed 2040 Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Chapter
Background
The Comprehensive Plan is a document that guides the future actions of a community. It presents
a vision for the future and the policies and strategies the community will undertake to get to that
future. All land-use decisions, including zoning, subdivision review, and development controls,
must be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
The Comprehensive Plan is currently being updated, as the Metropolitan Council requires all
municipal comprehensive plans within the seven county Twin Cities metropolitan area to update
their plans before December 31, 2018.
Discussion
For the proposed 2040 Comprehensive Plan the City of Cottage Grove has added an economic
development chapter to the plan. Economic Development has been an important tool for Cottage
Grove in helping guide growth in the community. The proposed draft chapter is intended to help
guide current and future re/development in the City as well as support existing business growth
and attract new business investment.
The EDA’s input into the proposed goals and policies will help ensure our community’s continued
success and future growth.
Recommendation
Discussion on the draft chapter and proposed goals and policies.
Attachment
Draft Economic Development Chapter