Project Update...A Vision for Meadville
A draft vision statement has been developed for the City of Meadville. The vision statement should satisfy the following three purposes:
- City Boards, Commissions and staff will use it to provide guidance in determining the priority and degree of evaluation of potential projects.
- City employees will be guided in the provision of quality municipal services.
- Most importantly, the Council, its advisory bodies and the community-as-a-whole will proceed with a common understanding of the quality of life values or themes that will shape our community for years to come.
DRAFT MEADVILLE VISION STATEMENT:
In the year 2022, the City of Meadville will continue to be recognized for its integrity, productivity and prosperity;
demonstrating how sound planning leads to a vibrant future.
Integrity…a City of municipal officials and community leaders who work closely with its citizens to ensure the highest quality of life in terms of municipal services, recreational opportunities, housing choices, and economic development.
Productivity…a City that is a County Seat, home to major employers and facilities such as Allegheny College and Meadville Medical Center and thriving industrial and business communities; making it the center of employment for the surrounding region.
Prosperity…a City of innovation which offers arts and culture, institutions of learning and higher education, active and passive parks and recreation, a flourishing downtown center, unique residential neighborhoods, and entrepreneurs and small business owners; creating a strong and welcoming sense of place for residents and visitors.
DRAFT MEADVILLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES:
- Expand economic development efforts by supporting existing businesses and increasing new business opportunities to strengthen the City's tax base.
- Revitalize the central business district by addressing aesthetics, parking, and vacant/underutilized structures.
- Provide a diverse mix of housing options that will appeal to all residents.
- Increase rehabilitation efforts and code enforcement in targeted residential neighborhoods.
- Ensure all municipal policies and ordinances are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan's Vision.
- Increase communication with local and regional entities such as Crawford County, Allegheny College, Meadville Medical Center and others to establish mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Encourage a multi-modal transportation network that incorporates upgrades to transportation routes, public transportation options, and pedestrian and bicycle connections.
- Create additional opportunities to provide social and recreational options for residents and visitors.
- Address flooding issues through the use of best management practices.
Comprehensive Plan Process
The city of Meadville is undergoing a Comprehensive Plan update (the previous Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 1993). The City has hired Mackin Engineering Company to facilitate the process, which began in October of 2011. The entire project is anticipated to be completed by October of 2012.
A comprehensive plan outlines the community’s vision for future growth and development. The plan will outline existing conditions in the City, identify priority issues to be addressed and then develop realistic strategies to address the issues.
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This figure graphically displays the activities and outcomes that will be a part of the Comprehensive Plan Update (click on the graphic to enlarge). |
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For more information regarding the plan contact:
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Mackin Engineering Company
Brandi Rosselli, AICP, Project Manager
412-788-0472 or
brosselli@mackinengineering.com |
City of Meadville
Gary Johnson, Zoning Administrator / Asst. Building Code Official
814-333-3351
gjohnson@cityofmeadville.org |