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Home My WebLink About10/1/2024 - Joint1 Joint Vinton Town Council/Planning Commission Work Session Council Chambers 311 South Pollard Street Tuesday, October 1, 2024 AGENDA Consideration of: A. 6:00 p.m. - JOINT WORK SESSION WITH PLANNING COMMISSION B. ROLL CALL AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM AND CITIZEN GUIDELINES 1. Vinton Town Council 2. Vinton Planning Commission C. TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION 1. Vinton 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update D. ADJOURNMENT NEXT COMMITTEE/TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS AND TOWN EVENTS: October 7, 2024 – 3:00 p.m. – Finance Committee Meeting – TOV Annex October 9, 2024 – 9:00 a.m. – Community Development Committee Meeting – TOV Annex October 15, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. – Regular Council Meeting – Council Chambers October 26, 2024 – 10:00 a.m. – Shred Event – War Memorial October 29, 2024 – 3:00 p.m. – Trick or Treating – Downtown Vinton NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. efforts will be made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with disabilities in order to participate in or attend Town Council meetings. Please call (540) 983-0607 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date so that proper arrangements may be made. Michael W. Stovall, Vice Mayor Keith N. Liles, Council Member Sabrina M. McCarty, Council Member Laurie J. Mullins, Council Member Vinton Municipal Building 311 South Pollard Street Vinton, VA 24179 (540) 983-0607 Vinton Comp Plan Update Joint Town Council & Planning Commission Meeting 6:00 –7:00 PM October 1, 2024 Overview 1.–What matters most to people? 2.–What are the key issues to address over the next 25 years? 3.–What are the emerging vision themes for the future? 4.Where are we planning to head next? Values Assets & Opportunities to Build Upon •An authentic downtown •Connected greenways with room to grow •Outdoor recreation assets •Upcoming transportation improvements •Connection to the regional water system •Emergence as a destination •Welcoming community feel •Consistent and effective leadership & relationships •Quality local government services Needs Needs Assessment Goals •Deepen the understanding of the Town’s past and present conditions, issues, and opportunities. •Establish needs in support of future-oriented planning. •Blend soft data and hard data for a fully informed set of needs. •Tell a clear story. •Issues to address over the next 25 years to enhance public health, safety, and well being. Transportation Environment & Land Use Recreation & Quality of Life Downtown & Economic Development Housing & Community Revitalization Community Facilities & Services Stormwater, Water, & Sewer First: A Word on Population Forecasting Vinton 2020 Population Forecast Growth •2050 population forecast: (Source: Weldon Cooper Center) •Our team assessed: •Population change •Age distribution •Parcel -level data •Market •Finding: Weldon Cooper forecast is a reasonable growth possibility for planning purposes Virginia’s 65 & older population forecast to increase from 12% of state in 2010 to 19% of state in 2030. Environment & Land Use Downtown could benefit from more trees and pervious surfaces About 58% of the Town’s land area is zoned for low to medium density residential Key Environment & Land Use Needs Maintain Small-Town Feel More Trees Cleaner Water in Streams & River Redevelop Aging Commercial Mixed Use to Increase Vitality •“Opportunities for first floor businesses with housing above.“ (Stakeholder Outreach) •Maintain Small Town Feel & Revitalize Neighborhoods ranked as most important. (Citizen Survey) What We Heard: Downtown & Economic Development Downtown & Economic Development Vinton has seen a decade of growth – income and job growth outpace the region and the growth of population. +21% Job growth from 2001 to 2021 +51% HH Income growth from 2012 to 2022 Income Growth Outpacing the Region Job Growth Outpacing Housing Growth Key Economic Development Needs Invest in Quality of Life as an Economic Asset Grow the Tax Base Infill Development Housing to Meet Job Growth Grow Non- Service Jobs •“The core of Downtown is the Library and Town Hall but we also need more mixed use“ (Stakeholder Outreach) •More employers and jobs in Vinton ranked highest in importance. (Citizen Survey) What We Heard: Transportation Transportation Crashes & Hot Spots Bike Needs Sidewalks Bus Lines Good transportation is the lifeblood of a community. For Vinton's future, it needs to be safer, provide more options, and reinforce the Town as a place you go “to” rather than just a place you go “through.” Key Transportation Needs Transportation for an Aging Population Reconnecting Neighborhoods for all Modes Safety for All – Car/ Bike/Ped Close Gaps in Greenways Improving Gus Nicks/ Washington & Hardy/ Bypass •“Vinton has a great opportunity to become a more walkable and accessible Town. “ (Stakeholder Outreach) •Connectivity is a key issue. Especially for greenways and biking. (Stakeholder Outreach) What We Heard: Recreation & Quality of Life Vinton is emerging as a Hub of the Region’s Greenways and Blueway, with multiple regional facilities coming together here Key Recreation Needs All Age & Accessible Recreation 10-minute walks to Parks & Playgrounds Access to Parkway & Explore Park Connect Greenways Access to Schools •“Recreational connectivity is a big economic plus for people and businesses locating in Town. “ (Stakeholder Outreach) •It’s important to connect schools to recreational amenities. (Stakeholder Outreach) What We Heard: Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization Housing & Revitalization Close to 0% Vacancy Values Rising Aging Housing Stock Key Housing & Revitalization Needs Assistance for Housing Renovation More Housing – Affordable & Accessible Right-sized housing for an aging population More Starter Homes Regional Solutions for Homelessness •“Adding more housing affordable to the Town’s workforce, in accessible locations, is a need.” (Stakeholder Outreach) •Supporting Older Home Renovation was the most important need. (Citizen Survey) What We Heard: Community Facilities & Services Key Facility & Service Needs Future School Capacity Connect to Regional Water System Facility Maintenance & Expansion Police, Fire & Rescue Needs for Growth •“Town Services always get high marks from citizens. “ (Stakeholder Outreach) •New facilities create more maintenance needs. (Stakeholder Outreach) What We Heard: Stormwater, Water, and Sewer Stormwater management assessment requires additional data; early indications are that the Glade Creek drainage area should be an area of focus Stormwater, Water & Sewer Needs Restoration of eroded stream banks Upgrades to SWM System Upgrades to Water/Sewer for New Growth •Town is adopting new Consolidated Erosion & Stormwater Management Ordinance (Stakeholder Outreach) •Water pressure and service are the greatest current needs. (Stakeholder Outreach) What We Heard: Better data on SWM System Discussion •What do you think of these needs? •Is anything missing? Emerging Themes Emerging Vision Themes Connected and Collaborative with the Region Environmental Stewardship Leader Sociable and Welcoming Small -Town Parks for All & Near All The Region’s Outdoor Recreation Hub Exceptional Town Services Housing for All Phases of Life Exceptional Town Infrastructure Safe Streets for All Next Steps Path Ahead •Advisory Committee Meeting 2 •October 10th, 8 – 930 AM •Needs Assessment Draft Document •Mid-October •Community Meeting •November 12th, War Memorial, 5 to 7 PM Path Ahead TASKS Apr.May Jun.Jul.Aug.Sept.Oct.Nov.Dec.Jan.Feb.Mar.Apr.May 1.1 - Kickoff Meeting 1.2 - Listening Sessions 1.3 - Advisory Committee Meeting 1 1.4 - Plan and Data Review 1.5 - Style Guide & Base Map 1.6 - Dogwood Festival Community Engagement 1.7 - History and Context Summary 1.8 - Bi-Weekly Check-In Calls 1.9 - Ongoing Coordination Needs 2.1 - Focus Groups 2.2 - Existing Conditions Analysis 2.3 - Technical Analysis for Infrastructure 2.4 - Community Questionnaire 2.5 - Community Needs Snapshots 2.6 - Advisory Committee Meeting 2 3.1 - Vision Themes & Goals 3.2 - Vision Map 3.3 - Community Meeting 3.4 - Planning Commission/Town Council Mtgs 3.5 - Future Land Use Map 3.6 - Policy Review & Recommendations 3.7 - Advisory Committee Meetings 3 & 4 4.1 - Develop Draft Strategies & Actions 4.2 - Advisory Committee Meetings 4 - 5 - 6 4.3 - Planning Level Cost Estimates 4.4 - Community Meeting 4.5 - Implementation Section 5.1 - Draft Plan 5.2 - Planning Commission Public Hearing 5.3 - Town Council 5.4 - Final Plan 2024 2025