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VIM <br /> Pia <br /> di• <br /> streetscape enhancements, placemaking initiatives, economic development, mobility improvements, urban design <br /> standards, and implementation actions to strengthen Downtown Decatur as the community's civic and commercial <br /> center. The focus of the remaining four sub-area plans will be identified during the planning process. <br /> This task will also include the development of a comprehensive strategy for the reuse, redevelopment, <br /> stabilization, and long-term management of vacant and underutilized properties, including redevelopment <br /> priorities, infill development opportunities, land banking approaches, green infrastructure initiatives, and <br /> implementation tools. Additionally, specialized Comprehensive Plan chapters will be created addressing priority <br /> topics such as parks and green space, infrastructure improvements, emerging transportation technologies, transit, <br /> sustainability, resilience, public health, economic competitiveness, and other issues identified through the <br /> planning process. <br /> Deliverables <br /> • Transportation for the Future-Transportation Scenario Modeling, and associated recommendations <br /> • Motorized and Non-Motorized Transportation Plan <br /> • Sub-Area Plans (5), including the Downtown Plan <br /> • Vacant Land Strategy <br /> • Parks/Green Space Strategy <br /> • Infrastructure Upgrades Plan <br /> • Market Needs Analysis Cross-Check <br /> Task 2.5—Implementation Plan <br /> The recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan will be converted into a practical and actionable <br /> implementation framework. The Project team will develop a detailed implementation plan that identifies priority <br /> projects, policy initiatives, responsible parties, potential funding sources, implementation timelines, and <br /> performance measures to guide decision-making over the life of the plan. In addition, this task includes the <br /> preparation of a Zoning Plan and technical review of the existing Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance to <br /> ensure alignment between the Comprehensive Plan and the future Unified Development Ordinance. Together, <br /> these efforts will provide the City with a clear roadmap for carrying out the plan's vision and monitoring progress <br /> over time. <br /> Deliverables <br /> • Implementation Plan and Matrix <br /> • Zoning Plan (including Zoning Ordinance/Subdivision Ordinance Technical Review) <br /> Task 2.6—Comprehensive Plan Adoption <br /> This task encompasses the final review, adoption, and publication of the Comprehensive Plan.The Project team <br /> will support the City through the formal public hearing and adoption process by presenting plan recommendations, <br /> responding to comments, and incorporating final revisions as needed. Upon adoption, the Comprehensive Plan <br /> will be professionally formatted and prepared for both digital and print distribution. The final document will serve <br /> as the City's official policy guide for future land use, transportation, economic development, housing, infrastructure <br /> investment, and community development decisions. <br /> Deliverables <br /> • Public Hearing (City Plan Commission) <br /> • Final Adoption (City Council) <br /> • Final Document Format(InDesign) <br /> MCKENNA 4 <br />