comprehensive plan

INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS

Chapter 1     Regional Setting

Introduction
Geographic Setting
Population Trends in Surrounding Municipalities
Regional Transportation Facilities
Regional Recreational Facilities
Regional Planning Groups
Other Regional Influences
Planning Implications

Chapter 2     Historic and Cultural Resources Inventory

Introduction
Historical Perspective
Historic Resources
Legal Basis for Historic Preservation
Historic Preservation Activities
Public and Private Sector Cooperation
Financial Resources
Community Education
Conclusion
Planning Implications

Chapter 3       Natural Resources

Introduction
Water Resources
Watersheds and Stream Corridors
Headwater Areas
Floodplains and Alluvial Soils
Wetlands and Hydric Soils
The Water Cycle
Geology and Aquifers
Land Resources
Steep Slopes
Prime Agricultural Soils
Biotic Resources
Natural Diversity
Primary Habitats
Locally Important Vegetation
Scenic Resources
Views and Panoramas
Landmarks
Scenic Roads and Entrances
Other Scenic Resources
Existing Protection Measures
Zoning Ordinance
Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance
Planning Implications

Chapter 4       Population, Economic, and Housing Profile

Introduction
Population Growth
Population Characteristics
Economic Characteristics
Housing Characteristics
Planning Implications

Chapter 5       Existing Land Use Inventory

Introduction
Land Use Patterns (1999)
Proposed Development Activity
Construction Activity
Current Land Use Regulations
Land Development Trends
Potential Development Under Current Zoning
Relationship to Landscapes
Planning Implications

Chapter 6       Transportation and Circulation Conditions

Introduction
Circulation System
Roadway and Functional Classification System
Traffic Volumes and Level of Service
Anticipated Traffic Growth
Accident Data 
Roadway and Bridge Conditions
Alternative Forms of Transportation
Scenic Road Preservation
Planning Implications

Chapter 7       Community Facilities and Services

Introduction
Municipal Facilities and Services
Municipal Administration
Township Finance
Road Maintenance
Municipal Building
Police Protection
Wastewater Treatment
Parks and Open Space
Non-Municipal Facilities and Services
Water Services
Solid Waste
Library
Post Office
Educational Facilities
Emergency Services
Hospitals
Planning Implications

PLANNING POLICIES

Chapter 8       Goals and Objectives

Introduction
Historic Resources
Natural Resources
Land Use
Housing
Transportation and Circulation
Community Facilities and Services
Regional Planning

RECOMMENDATIONS

Chapter 9       Historic and Cultural Resources Plan

Introduction
Historic Preservation Policy
Preservation Program Administration
Historic Village Preservation
Historic Preservation Education
Conclusion

Chapter10      Natural Resources Protection Plan

Introduction
Directing Growth to Appropriate Areas
Ordinance Resource Protection Measures
Natural Diversity
Cluster/Open Space Development Provisions
Private Preservation Efforts
Regional Resource Protection Efforts
Conclusion

Chapter 11     Land Use Plan

Introduction
Basis for Land Use Recommendations
Land Use Categories
Accommodation of Future Growth and Fair Share of Multi-Family Housing
Consistency with Adjacent Land Use Plans
Planning Techniques for Implementation
Conclusion

Chapter 12     Housing Plan

Introduction
Housing Options and Fair Share Obligations
Housing Affordability
Housing Unit Conservation
Conclusion

Chapter 13     Transportation and Circulation Plan

Introduction
Road Function and Classification System Recommendations
Access Management
Roadway Improvements and Funding Opportunities
Non-Vehicular Circulation
Regional Participation

Chapter 14     Community Facilities and Services Plan

Introduction
Municipal Facilities and Services
Municipal Administration
Township Finance
Road Maintenance
Police Protection
Wastewater Treatment
Water Resources
Stormwater Management
Parks and Recreation
Non-Municipal Facilities and Services
Educational Facilities
Solid Waste
Emergency Services

iMPLEMENTATION

Chapter 15     Implementation Strategies

Introduction
Timeframe for Completion
Priorities
Responsibility
Progress Reports
Implementation Strategies/Recommendations
Historic Resources Protection
Natural Resources Protection
Future Land Use
Housing
Transportation and Circulation
Community Facilities and Services

APPENDICES

Appendix A   Public Opinion Survey Results
Appendix B    Funding Opportunities for Parks and Recreation