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Introduction

Plan Edmonton? How was Plan Edmonton Prepared? Plan Edmonton's Structure What is

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The Challenge

Our Vision

Our Mission

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Partners in Service

Municipal Responsibility Areas

Planned Growth

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Our Physical Growth Strategy Our Priorities: Land Development Philosophy Downtown Development Utilization of Existing Infrastructure Economic Activity Centres Within the City Reinvestment In Mature Neighbourhoods Preservation and Enhancement of the Natural Environment and Open Spaces Managing Suburban Growth Population Growth

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Municipal Government Act Requirements: Municipal Reserves Sour Gas Facilities

Economic Development Our Priorities: Expanded Business Base Positive City Profile Key Ambassador Role for Mayor and Council Positive Business Environment Cost-effective Municipal Services Regional Economic Ties Active Partnerships Supportive Relationships Global Perspective Safe Community

Services To People Our Priorities: Service Delivery Roles Community Development Safety and Security Recreation, Culture and the Arts Well-being Changing Demographics Volunteer Services Customer Service

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Infrastructure Development And Maintenance

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Our Priorities: Approach to Infrastructure Financing Infrastructure Movement of People and Goods Protection of the Natural Environment Waste Collection, Processing and Disposal Infrastructure Communications Infrastructure

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Leadership And Regional Cooperation

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Our Priorities: Intermunicipal Cooperation Regional Services Relations with Regional Authorities Provincial and Federal Government Relations Capital City Promotion Public Participation City Governance Model

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Land Use and Future Growth Patterns Regional Assets Infrastructure Administration of Intermunicipal Planning Policies Issues Resolution and Consensus Building

Implementation Mandate Responsibilities Implementation Strategies Subsidiary Plans Budget Monitoring Amendments

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Glossary of Terms

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Additional Information

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Maps Intermunicipal Planning Intermunicipal Planning Philosophy Edmonton's Intermunicipal Planning Partners Objectives, Approaches and Products

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Map 1 Land Development Concept Map 2 Economic Activity Centres and Heavy Industrial Areas Map 3 City of Edmonton's Intermunicipal Planning Partners Map 4 Intermunicipal Planning Areas

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Introduction

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WHAT IS

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Trim Edmonton is the City of Edmonton's Municipal Development Plan, which will guide Edmonton's growth and development into the 21' century. Plan Edmonton is a strategic document dealing with Edmonton's physical, economic and social development. The Plan also contains an intermunicipal planning component which addresses the coordination of future land use, growth patterns and transportation systems with Edmonton's neighbouring municipalities. As Edmonton's primary planning document, Tfan Edmonton is a comprehensive plan that will provide direction to the development and implementation of more specific, detailed plans by all City departments and agencies over a ten year planning horizon.

HOW WAS Pran EimontonPREPARED? In the fall of 1996, Edmonton's City Council members held a series of workshops to create a foundation for Tian Edmonton, Edmonton's new Municipal Development Plan. Council developed a framework for the Plan and a statement of the City of Edmonton's priorities for each of the five municipal responsibility areas identified as being essential to sustaining quality of life for citizens. Five Plan Edmonton policy committees were formed, one for each of the five municipal responsibility areas. The policy committees consisted of individuals representing city-wide interests such as community leagues, business groups, the land development industry, social, cultural and educational organizations, and service providers. The policy committees' role was to provide advice and recommendations to the steering committee. City staff also participated on the committees. The policy committees reviewed the priority statements, recommended changes and identified outcomes, or "key results", that would measure the City's success in addressing its priorities. Additional input was gathered through a variety of means including public open houses, opinion surveys, focus groups, a 24-hour message line and correspondence received by mail, fax and e-mail.

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Introduction

The Intermunicipal Planning section of Tran Edmonton was prepared to meet the requirements of the Municipal Government Act. This section was developed through extensive discussion with neighbouring municipalities. The philosophy and policies in this section are consistent with the priorities identified in other sections of the Plan. Under the direction of the Pran Edmonton steering committee, consisting of the City Manager and four departmental General Managers, City staff prepared the Plan for Council's consideration based on City priorities, public input, and technical research conducted as part of the (Plan Edmonton project.

Plan Eimonton's STRUCTURE Plan Edmonton

is structured to reflect the five municipal responsibility areas, identified by City Council as essential to support Edmonton's quality of life, and to reflect the requirements of the Municipal Government Act.

Five sections, one for each responsibility area, identify City Council's priorities for Edmonton over the life of this plan. Under each priority statement is an implementation strategy designed to address the priority. Additional material has been added, where required, to comply with the Municipal Government Act.

Plan Edmonton also includes a section which addresses Edmonton's intermunicipal relationships and activities with respect to land use, transportation and infrastructure planning and other regional issues. The implementation section describes how City Council and the civic administration will implement (Plan Edmonton's policies and strategies.

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The Challenge

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THE CHALLENGE Pfau Edmonton presents a general overall picture of the potential future state of the City of Edmonton and takes a practical and conservative approach to our future state possibilities. At the time of writing the Plan, significant financial challenges face municipalities in Canada. The City of Edmonton itself, in parallel with this Municipal Development Plan, is considering what financial issues lie ahead and how to craft potential solutions to them. Whether or not the City achieves its desired future state depends on a number of factors. What are the answers which, over time, will allow for sufficient funding of adequate infrastructure maintenance and growth? How secure are the various revenue streams upon which the City depends for its operations? To what extent will regional issues be solved through cooperation? Can we (or should we) continue to provide all the same services we currently provide? To what levels? All of these issues are real, and must be confronted in the future. The future is not just the present projected forward. It contains new and important challenges. An ability to achieve the desired future state, where at least adequate services and facilities exist in all required areas, will depend on how and where we find the answer to the challenges. The fulfilment of this long range plan will only occur through dedication, hard work and effort and the resolution of many difficult issues, many of which have not yet even been identified.

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Vision, Mission and Commitment

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A culturally diverse city where people choose to live, learn, work and play. An international smart city with a vibrant economy.

A capital city where businesses want to locate and expand.

A welcoming city where citizens take pride in their community and in their contribution to its quality of life.

OUR MISSION * To serve the people of Edmonton and represent their interests and aspirations.

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To oversee the provision of municipal services and facilities to sustain Edmonton's quality of life. To achieve excellence in the management of the City's resources.

To build positive and productive relationships within our community and with our partners and regional neighbours.

To sustain the quality of the physical environment for future generations.

To promote and facilitate economic activity for the benefit of our citizens. To facilitate community and social development for the benefit of our citizens.

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Partners in Service

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PARTNERS IN SERVICE dovernmenrt. The mandate of the Corporation of the City of Edmonton is prescribed by Alberta's Municipal Government Act. Other organizations serve the citizens of Edmonton in various capacities. The City of Edmonton will continue to work, for the benefit of its citizens, in cooperation and partnership with these organizations where mandates and objectives are complementary.

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Municipal Responsibility Areas

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MUNICIPAL RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Plan Edmonton is based on five municipal government responsibility areas essential to supporting a high quality of life for Edmontonians. Plan Edmonton addresses each of these responsibility areas separately but with the recognition of the strong inter-relationships among them. Planned Growth addresses the municipal mandate to manage land use and development. A physical growth strategy and land development philosophy will meet long-term development needs. Investment in mature neighbourhoods and business areas will be promoted. New growth in suburban areas will be accommodated in a fiscally responsible manner. Priorities include making effective use of investments in infrastructure and providing for access to natural areas and open spaces. The City will work with its private and public sector partners to maintain the quality of the urban environment. Economic Development focuses on the City's leadership role in creating a positive and dynamic business climate within Edmonton and the Edmonton Capital Region. The goal of expanding the economic base will be achieved through effective economic development programs and by providing a "best value" business environment. Edmonton will build on its economic advantages through active partnerships with businesses, institutions and other governments to develop a strong city economy with a global orientation. Services to People deals with the delivery of City services that contribute to the safety, security, well-being and enjoyment of Edmonton's citizens. Services will be provided in an effective, efficient and citizen-oriented manner. The City will work in

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partnership with other organizations where service mandates are complementary. In planning and providing services, the City will take into account the different and changing characteristics and needs of communities. The City will support community development initiatives and volunteer activities. Infrastructure Development and Maintenance focuses on the City's responsibility for infrastructure ranging from roads, waste management systems and water systems to public buildings and park facilities. The City's fiscal objective is to meet the demand for new infrastructure while ensuring that existing infrastructure remains safe and reliable. The City's environmental strategy will maintain the quality of the natural environment for present and future generations. City priorities also address the development and use of advanced communications and information technology. Leadership and Regional Cooperation focuses on municipal decision-making and the City's mandate to represent the interests of its citizens. Particular emphasis will be placed on pursuing solutions to regional issues in cooperation with neighbouring municipalities. Edmonton will promote more effective and coordinated intermunicipal planning within the Edmonton Capital Region. The City will examine opportunities to reduce costs and improve service through regional services delivery mechanisms. More effective relationships with regional authorities and the Provincial and Federal Governments will be developed. Intermunicipal Planning addresses components of the City's five municipal responsibility areas at the intermunicipal and regional levels. The Municipal Government Act requires that the City's municipal development plan provides a framework for intermunicipal land use, transportation systems and infrastructure planning and development. The City will promote effective and cooperative planning, development and service delivery.

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Planned Growth addresses the municipal mandate to manage land use and development. A physical growth strategy and land development philosophy will meet long-term development needs. Investment in mature neighbourhoods and business areas will be promoted. New growth in suburban areas will be accommodated in a fiscally responsible manner. Priorities include making effective use of investments in infrastructure and providing for access to natural areas and open spaces. The City will work with its private and public sector partners to maintain the quality of the urban environment.

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Our Physical Growth Strategy Edmonton is poised for a decade and more of economic and physical growth. By the year 2020, Edmonton will be home to between 800,000 and 900,000 people. Our generalized land development concept is shown on Map 1. Our physical growth strategy addresses the challenge of accommodating growth and financing new infrastructure and services in developing suburban areas while maintaining the quality and viability of existing developed areas. We will make the most of what we have already built. Working with citizens and community and business organizations, we will sustain our mature residential neighbourhoods and business areas. We will encourage rehabilitation and renewal through re-investment in public infrastructure and the application of land use plans and regulations that accommodate sensitive redevelopment. We will optimize the use of public infrastructure by promoting infill development in existing neighbourhoods and business areas and accommodating higher density land uses along transportation corridors. We will promote investment in commercial and residential redevelopment in the Downtown and promote the Downtown as the focal point of our City. We will support economic activity in our other existing commercial and industrial areas by continuing to provide needed services and infrastructure. We will accommodate changes in business operations that may be required to meet changing business conditions. We will promote the development of the existing and potential economic activity centres where locational advantages or existing facilities provide special opportunities for economic development in the knowledge-based economy of the twenty-first century. Designated economic activity centres are shown on Map 2.

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To facilitate long-term planning, we have designated enough residential, commercial and industrial land to accommodate projected development in each sector of the city for a minimum of thirty years. The staging of development will be determined by our ability to provide cost-effective municipal infrastructure and services. Our agricultural areas will be protected from premature fragmentation until they are needed for urban development. We will manage the development of suburban areas to control the life-cycle costs of the public infrastructure and services that our citizens demand. We will encourage the efficient and cost-effective use of land, infrastructure and services by promoting compact and contiguous development. In accommodating and managing growth and facilitating redevelopment, we will promote and apply urban design principles that contribute to the safety, attractiveness and convenience of our communities. Our suburban residential areas will provide for choice of housing style and location and include a mix of single and multiple family housing. Our commercial and industrial areas will provide a variety of environments conducive to the conduct of business activities. We will ensure that sufficient recreational facilities and open spaces are available and accessible for the enjoyment of our citizens. We will protect the North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System and seek to conserve regional environmentally sensitive areas and natural sites for the benefit of future generations.

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With the addition of residential lands in northeast and southwest Edmonton proposed by Plan Edmonton, all suburban sectors will have enough land to accommodate residential development for a minimum of 33 years. The distribution, including the new areas proposed by Plan Edmonton, is shown on the following table:

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The Supply of Suburban Residential Land in Edmonton

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On Map #1, there is a significant amount of undeveloped land outside of the RDA that is designated "suburban area". Will this designation suggest to developers that they have the green light to start preparing area structure plans for these areas? Will it in any way speed up the development of these lands? Answer Plan Edmonton proposes to add only one suburban area to the supply of land designated for suburban development outside the RDA (Transportation and Utility Corridor). Other suburban areas outside the RDA were approved previously by City Council. The new area is in the southwest sector between Calgary Trail and Whitemud Creek. In this area, two neighbourhood structure plans have already been approved by Council. In approving the new suburban area designation proposed by Plan Edmonton, Council will be signaling its intention that a "Service Concept Design Brief' or an Area Structure Plan be prepared for the area to provide for planned, orderly and cost effective development. The rate of land development will depend on the rate at which

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neighbourhood structure plans are approved and infrastructure is provided. The driving force will be the demand for housing in the southwest suburban sector of the city. Based on the projected rate of development in the southwest, the land designated for suburban development, prior to the approval of Plan Edmonton, has fallen to a 17 year supply. Approval of Plan Edmonton will bring the amount of land designated for suburban development in southwest Edmonton to approximately a 48 year supply. Third Question Does this Plan imply or support suburban development in all sectors of the City? Answer Plan Edmonton provides for suburban development in each of five sectors of the City, the north, northeast, southeast, southwest and west. In each of these sectors, Plan Edmonton proposes to accommodate growth that is contiguous, adjacent to existing development, does not fragment agricultural land and where cost-effective infrastructure can be provided. Conditions affecting the phasing of development or the overall rate of development may be proposed in the City's Infrastructure Strategy and

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Long Range Financial Plan. Fourth Question With respect to the submission by Stanley Urban Land (indicated on Map 1 in the referenced Land Development Concept), should this land be designated as suburban? Answer The proposed Plan Edmonton contains the following strategies under the Utilization of Existing Infrastructure and Managing Suburban Growth priorities. 1.3.1 Preserve agricultural land, identified on Map 1, until needed for urban development. 1.3.3 Support contiguous development that is adjacent to existing development in order to accommodate growth in an orderly and economical fashion. 1.7.1 Accommodate growth in an orderly, serviced and cost-effective manner.

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In the southwest sector, the supply of land designated as suburban area is sufficient to accommodate the demand for residential lots for approximately 48 years. The Civic Administration considers that designating more land to accommodate suburban development in the southwest sector, at this time, is premature. Premature removal of the agricultural area designation will remove the area from the protection of strategy 1.3.1 and create uncertainty over Council's intentions for the area. The points raised by the Stanley Urban Lands submission are addressed as follows: South Edmonton Sanitary Sewer System (SESS) The purpose of the City's long range plans for the sanitary sewer systems is to accommodate development over a very long time horizon. The development of the system occurs in stages. The SESS trunk line is expected to reach a point just west of Blackmud Creek by the year 2010. The trunk sewer is expected to cross Whitemud Creek thirty-five to forty years from now and it may take another ten years to cross the North

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Saskatchewan River. This expansion is subject to the ongoing availability of funds and the rate of development in the southwest sector. Designating the area west of Whitemud Creek for suburban development will not affect the amount of money available for sewer construction until development in the area begins. Under existing funding policies, payment to the City is due upon subdivision. Anthony Henday Drive

Development of Anthony Henday Drive will not be affected simply by changing the designation of land in the southwest from agricultural to suburban. The Province's motivation in funding the Outer Ring Road is to build the north-south trade highway to support provincial, national and international trade. Residential development along the freeway would not necessarily contribute to this objective. Under an agreement with the Province, access to the freeway will be permitted only at intersecting arterial roads and perhaps only at every second intersecting arterial road. Arterial roads will not be built until there is sufficient development to justify the cost of construction. Development

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cannot begin in the area west of the Whitemud until the SESS trunk sewer is in place. In addition to supporting the trade function, the City's motivation is to develop the Outer Ring Road as part of a major regional transportation system and to relieve congestion on Whitemud Drive and Quesnell Bridge. Existing Residential Corridor

The area identified by Stanley Urban Land as a residential corridor, including Terwillegar Town, is inside the RDA and is, for the most part, serviced by the Terwillegar / University Farms Sanitary System (TUFS), not SESS. There are no plans to extend TUFS into the SESS drainage area. Windermere Estates is separate from the area and it has no trunk sewer connection. The southwest sector's supply of suburban land, as designated in Plan Edmonton, should provide ample choice of accommodation for prospective residents wanting easy access to the Edmonton International Airport.

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The area west of Whitemud Creek is within the SESS service area but expansion of the trunk line to service the area will take many years. The Outer Ring Road will provide a transportation route through the area but only when there is sufficient development to justify the cost of building the necessary intersecting arterial roads. These eventualities do not provide justification for removing the agricultural designation from the area. Conclusion

Although the City of Edmonton is an advocate of long range planning, the time frame for initiating orderly, serviced and contiguous development in this area is simply too far in the future to justify a suburban area designation at this time. Fifth Question Page 13, Map of Zoning

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Could you explain why you are proposing to zone the Blackmud Creek area of the map suburban and yet keep the Whitemud Creek and Wedge wood areas agricultural? Answer Plan Edmonton proposes a suburban area designation for the area between Calgary Trail and Whitemud Creek, south of the Transportation and Utility Corridor. Rezoning of the land will occur after more detailed plans have been prepared. The proposed suburban area designation is recommended for the following reasons. Residential Land Supply

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The supply of land designated for suburban development in the southwest sector, prior to the approval of Plan Edmonton, is estimated to be sufficient to meet demand for 17 years. If no new land is designated for suburban development, absorption of the land supply would result in limitations in housing and neighbourhood choice within Plan Edmonton's ten year time frame. This would undermine the housing market in the southwest sector. The proposed

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redesignation will increase the potential lot supply to an approximate 48 years in the southwest sector. . Orderly Development • City Council has set the precedent for suburban development in the area proposed for redesignation by approving the Blackburne Neighbourhood Area Structure Plan and the Heritage Valley Neighbourhood Structure Plan. A Service Concept Design Brief or an Area Structure Plan for the area is required to ensure that further development in this area is contiguous and adjacent to existing development at each stage. Transportation Corridors and Employment Areas • The proximity of the area proposed to be redesignated for suburban development to existing transportation corridors and developing employment areas (e.g. Edmonton Research and Development Park, Ellerslie Industrial and the International Airport) is consistent with proposed Plan Edmonton Strategy, 1.3.4 Promote intensification of development around transportation corridors and employment areas. Cost-effective Infrastructure •

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Sanitary Sewer service area. The SESS trunk sewer will be built through the area from east to west reaching Blacktnud Creek in 2010 and will continue on to Whitemud Creek. Agreements with the Capital Region Sewer Commission to use the SERTS (the existing sanitary sewer paralleling Calgary Trail) will allow the City to defer some sanitary trunk construction. The proposed Plan Edmonton does not redesignate the agricultural area west of Whitemud Creek for suburban development for the reasons stated in the answer to question 4 previously. Sixth Question Would there be any merit designating the lands between the North Saskatchewan River and Whitemud Creek, south of the Transportation and Utility Corridor, as a suburban area? Answer Designation of the lands between the North Saskatchewan River and Whitemud Creek for suburban development is not recommended for the reasons stated in the answers to the above questions.

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Priority: Land Development Philosophy Develop and utilize a land development philosophy that meets the City's long-term development needs and achieves the optimal balance between residential, industrial, commercial, institutional and recreational land use Strategy: 1.1.1 Provide for choices regarding the types of developments in which people want to live and do business,

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Answer Edmonton has a diverse population with a wide variety of housing needs and preferences in terms of location, size, style, cost and local amenities. The City influences the range of housing choice available to its citizens through planning, land use policy and other policies and programs related to housing. For example, the City designates sufficient land in each suburban sector of the city to meet the demand for housing in those sectors. The City also promotes a mix of housing (singles versus multiples) through the neighbourhood area structure plan approval process. The City promotes redevelopment and infill development in older areas to meet the demand for housing in those locations. City infrastructure represents an investment. The City's objective in encouraging maximum development around existing infrastructure is to obtain the maximum benefit from each dollar invested. In suburban areas, the City promotes a contiguous development pattern to control the rate at which infrastructure systems are expanded. In mature areas, the City promotes infill development to take advantage of the unused capacity of existing infrastructure.

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1.1.2 Address compatibility of land use in the development and review of land use plans and development proposals. Question 1.1.3 Use and promote urban design principles and guidelines that enhance the There are various urban design principles that Council can endorse. Which ones are being promoted by Plan Edmonton? quality of the urban environment. Answer

This strategy affirms that, in exercising its mandate over the control of land use and development in Edmonton, City Council will have regard for elements of urban design that maintain and/or improve the quality of the physical environment. Council's decisions on land use and development involve urban design principles at a number of levels and stages of development. Some, but not all of the urban design principles that Council deal with are specifically identified in Plan Edmonton.

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Plan Edmonton addresses urban design in a number of ways including: A Land Development Concept map, Map 1, lays out the basic physical plan for the city. Perhaps the most outstanding aspect of urban design in Edmonton is the preservation of the "North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System" as a protected natural area. The principle of compatibility of adjacent land uses is promoted in the "Land Development Philosophy" and reflected in the Development Concept map by such things as the separation of heavy industrial and residential areas. Plan Edmonton endorses a compact, contiguous and adjacent development pattern using Area Structure Plans and Neighbourhood Structure Plans to control development. These plans involve the application of urban design principles negotiated among the City departments, developers, school boards and others prior to approval by City Council. Plan Edmonton endorses detailed urban design principles such as CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) guidelines for specific sites.

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The Plan Edmonton Land Development Concept designates business and employment areas adjacent to major transportation routes. This is consistent with strategies to promote intensification of development along transportation corridors and infill development in existing neighbourhoods. Plan Edmonton endorses the urban design principles contained in the Capital City Downtown Plan. Plan Edmonton endorses a mix of dwelling units types in developing suburban areas. The actual guidelines require a minimum of 15% multiple family units in suburban neighbourhoods. Plan Edmonton endorses preservation of agricultural areas until they are needed for urban development. Plan Edmonton promotes the preservation of natural areas, including areas other than the river valley, through the land development process. Plan Edmonton requires the allocation of ten per cent of a subdivided parcel of land for parks and schools.

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1.1.4 Develop strategies to focus heavy industrial land development in the areas identified on Map 2. 1.1.5 Ensure an adequate supply Question of industrial land. What constitutes an "adequate supply?" Is there value in expanding this strategy to indicate the method we will use to determine adequacy? The policy does not differentiate between serviced and unserviced industrial land. Is there value in making specific reference to each category within the policy? Answer Plan Edmonton takes the position that a thirty year supply, or more, of serviced and serviceable industrial is adequate to permit long term planning and orderly development. As part of the Plan Edmonton project, a well recognized consultant was contracted to determine the adequacy of the supply of industrial and commercial land in Edmonton. The conclusion was, "The city has ample land to accommodate industrial growth over the next thirty to forty years."

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The results of the study were reviewed in May 1998 to ensure that the recent up-turn in the demand for industrial land would not significantly alter the conclusions. There is no reason to elaborate on the consultant's report within the Plan. Land servicing activity is dependent on the demand and market price of industrial land. When servicing is economically feasible, land owners will service land. Earlier this year, City Council considered a report prepared by Asset Management and Public Works regarding the City's policy with respect to servicing industrial land. The basic policy is to service industrial land when the market price for the land is sufficient to pay the costs of bringing it into development. Council did not direct the administration to change this policy. 1.1.6 Address adequate separation distances and effective transition zones between heavy industry and other uses through a risk management approach

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based on the principles of: risk reduction at source; risk reduction through land use controls; emergency preparedness; emergency response; and risk communication,

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Answer In Strategy 1.1.6. the word "address" is used in the same way as "to deal with." The issue of adequate separation distances between uses is not straightforward, even where land is vacant. Within a built-up urban area, the issue is further complicated by existing uses. The risk management approach is a means of dealing with various aspects of separation distances without defining unrealistic areas which impinge on existing businesses and property. The risk management approach is a 'package' of various initiatives, many of which are part of the work of the Emergency Response Department. The approach applies to the entire city, not only to selected industrial areas. The initiatives for "risk reduction through land use control" have been developed to provide for the adequate separation of heavy industry from incompatible uses in an urban area where opportunities for separation are limited by existing development. The risk management approach approved by City Council in September 1997 requires four key elements: 1. Ongoing Corporate support for the activities and initiatives directed towards: • risk reduction at source;

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• emergency preparedness; and • emergency response to heavy industrial accidents. 2. Incorporating risk management concepts in the Land Use Bylaw. 3. Development of a strategic public participation and risk communication plan. 4. A Corporate plan for co-ordination, information exchange and training. 1.1.7 Explore the potential to cluster complementary businesses.

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The term is appropriate because, although the objective of achieving a more efficient geographical organization of economic activities may be desirable, the approach or "tactics" need to be worked out. 1.1.8 Accommodate home-based businesses and services.

First Question The strategy statement would be strengthened with a brief narrative explaining "why" and "how". Answer The "accommodate home-based businesses and service" statement originated from the Plan Edmonton framework and priority statements prepared by members of Council. As a land use, home-based businesses are regulated by Edmonton's Land Use Bylaw (LUB). In November 1993, changes were made to the LUB to accommodate home-based businesses. These changes are considered to be generally consistent with the needs of home-based business. During the upcoming rewrite of the LUB, policies on home-based businesses will be evaluated. As well as general Land Use Bylaw policies, the City has used site specific

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land use controls in Oliver and the Downtown to accommodate development which incorporates offices in the home as a building design feature. Implementation of Plan Edmonton Strategy 4.6.4 Promote access to high speed communications services throughout the city, is another way to accommodate home-based businesses relying on telecommunications. The City is currently working with TELUS in a pilot project to provide enhanced telecommunications services in three Edmonton neighbourhoods. Note that the term used in the strategy statement is to "accommodate" homebased business as opposed to a more assertive word such as "facilitate." This approach recognizes that home- based businesses should not conflict with residential uses in residential areas. Second Question

Page 16, 1.1.8 Could you elaborate on how you plan to "accommodate home-based businesses and services"? Answer The "accommodate home-based businesses and service" statement

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originated from the Plan Edmonton framework and priority statements prepared by Council. As a land use, home-based businesses are regulated by Edmonton's Land Use Bylaw (LUB). In November 1993, changes were made to the LUB to accommodate home-based businesses. These changes are considered to be generally consistent with the needs of home-based business. During the upcoming rewrite of the LUB, policies on home-based businesses will be evaluated. Implementation of Plan Edmonton Strategy 4.6.4 Promote access to high speed communications services throughout the city, is another way to accommodate home-based businesses relying on telecommunications. The City is currently working with TELUS in a pilot project to provide enhanced telecommunications services in three Edmonton neighbourhoods. 1.1.9 Work cooperatively with neighbouring municipalities to ensure effective use and development of the City's "fringe" lands 1.1.10 Examine and develop workable alternatives to

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Page 16, 1.1.10 What kinds of workable cost sharing alternative are you considering?

Answer Alternatives include identifying and maximizing the use of non-taxsupported sources of financing, ensuring new developments pay an appropriate share of infrastructure costs, and promoting the use of user fees to finance infrastructure used by specific individuals or groups. Specific examples include: 1. Cost sharing between the City and the Province •

The Premier's Task Force on Municipal Infrastructure is reviewing the funding of transportation infrastructure.

2. Regional shared service delivery and cost sharing • The City will examine the potential for shared service delivery and cost sharing of infrastructure in a regional context. 3. Non-tax-supported sources of funding

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Council is currently considering a proposal that will change the method the City uses to finance trunk sewer construction to a lot levy or connection fee. The proposed financing plan was jointly developed by Asset Management and Public Works and representatives of the Urban Development Institute. The Community Services Department is working with the Urban Development Institute and the school boards to reduce the costs of new neighbourhood park development. The department is developing partnerships to offset the shortfalls in general financing and funding from reserves when new development occurs. The City has developed successful partnerships with the private and non-profit sectors. Examples of new infrastructure development include the new YMCA recreation facilities and the indoor soccer centres.

The City's Infrastructure Strategy, which is currently being reviewed by Council, contains additional suggestions for pursuing alternative funding sources for the development of infrastructure. One of the principal strategies is to define responsibilities between the City and the Province and to tie revenues to responsibilities.

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Are there particular problem areas that exist today with respect to infrastructure cost sharing? Is there value in identifidng these areas and focusing the strategy more specifically? Is there value in identibiing the organizations that might that potentially share in these costs? Answer This strategy has potential application in many areas. Currently, applications include the development of a new cost sharing approach to funding trunk sewer construction. The partners are the City and developers. Discussions are ongoing with respect to the funding of new suburban neighbourhood parks. The City, school boards and developers are involved in these discussion. There is potential for cost sharing agreements involving funding recreational facilities, such as the proposed new soccer facility or the new YMCA recreation facilities.

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Various forms of cost-shared programs, such as the federal infrastructure program have been developed with other levels of government. Discussions between the Mayors of Calgary and Edmonton and the Province are ongoing. Plan Edmonton proposes an evaluation of cost-shared regional service delivery programs. Given the wide range of possible cost-sharing agreements, the need for finding new sources of funds and the ten year time frame of Plan Edmonton, this strategy should be general rather than specific with regard to projects and partners.

1.1.11 Work cooperatively with school boards, other levels of government and educational institutions to foster the objectives of the physical growth strategy. 1 .1 .12 Place a high priority on the

effective and efficient use of land.

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strategy (or primary tactics) for achieving same? Answer This component of the Land Development Philosophy originated from the Plan Edmonton framework and priority statements prepared by members of Council. This statement is reflected in strategies throughout the plan that represent applications of the underlying principle. Three examples are: Strategy 1.3.3 "Support contiguous development that is adjacent to existing development in order to accommodate growth in an orderly and economical fashion," Strategy 1.3.5 "Support increased densities of land use through infill development that is sensitive to existing development;" and,

1.1.13 Plan for urban development which is environmentally and fiscally sustainable in the long

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Answer Fiscally sustainable urban development is urban development which, over the long term, generates enough revenue, from acceptable levels of property taxes and user fees, to cover the costs of providing and maintaining acceptable levels of infrastructure, facilities and services to it. Second Question Is Edmonton's current urban form financially sustainable? If not, what are the key strategies in Plan Edmonton that will make it sustainable? Answer Based on the early findings of the Long Range Financial Plan, Edmonton's urban form was financially sustainable until Provincial grants to the City were cut in 1993. The purpose of the City's Long Range Financial Plan is to develop the key strategies that will achieve a new "financially sustainable" equilibrium.

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Maintain the integrity of pipelines and utility corridors while planning for growth and development. Protect, for future use, significant deposits of natural resources including sand, gravel, top soil, oil and gas, and ensure appropriate rehabilitation after extraction,

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Question In a general sense, this is a sound principle, but how practical is its application? Is there any indication of which key reserves the City is particularly intent on protecting. If so, why not be more specific? Where are the oil and significant gas reserves that we are protecting? When in the future will they be extracted? What tools do we have to protect resources that are on private lands?

Answer The Land Use Policies of Alberta, adopted by Provincial Order in Council (#522) in 1996, requires municipalities to adopt land use policies that reduce the possibilities of conflict between natural resource extraction activities regulated by the Province, and land development regulated by municipalities.

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The Province's objective is to protect the Province's interest in sub-surface rights to natural resources. The City is generally more concerned with preventing conflicts with other land uses due to the negative effects of resource exploitation. This policy also affirms the City's intent to ensure that appropriate rehabilitation is carried out. 1.1.16 Ensure City plans and policies give clear, consistent development guidelines. 1.1.17 Provide an open, flexible planning process which includes residents in policy development and plans for growth and change.

Question Page 17, 1.1.17 ... provide an open, flexible planning process which includes residents in policy development and plans for growth and change." What are you planning on doing differently in terms of public input?

Answer In 1996, City Council approved the majority of recommendations contained

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in the "Report on the Planning Process Round Table." In doing so, Council endorsed an "open flexible planning process" developed through consultation with community organizations and representatives of the development industry. This strategy represents the City's intent to continue to implement and follow the processes approved by City Council 1.1.18 Plan for and protect transportation corridors required to implement the City of Edmonton's Transportation Master Plan. 1.1.19 Adopt a Land Use Bylaw which reflects the land development philosophy of this Plan. Possible additional strategy statement Identify significant agricultural areas and protect and preserve

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Answer "Identify significant agricultural areas and protect and preserve those areas by permitting only appropriate agricultural uses."

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identify significant agricultural areas and protect and preserve those areas by permitting only appropriate agricultural uses The Administration is providing this in response to the Council question.

Priority: Downtown Development Ensure that downtown Edmonton is vibrant and alive — a magnet for business, commerce and people, with unique and attractive residential districts, and diverse entertainment, recreation and cultural opportunities.

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1.2.1 The Capital City Downtown Plan will be the primary policy document guiding development in the Downtown. Key components will: • promote economic development; • support commercial and institutional activities; • encourage arts, culture and entertainment; • increase Downtown's residential population; • provide more parks, special places and open spaces for recreation; • improve pedestrian circulation and Downtown parking; promote a "transit first" policy

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One of the 9 components is to: "promote a transit first policy for trips to and from the Downtown." Is this a realistic goal for the Downtown? How will this be accomplished? Does Plan Edmonton propose to discourage automobile travel to the downtown ... or is the strategy to upgrade public transit? Second Question

Page 11, 56 paragraph "We will promote investment in commercial and residential redevelopment in the downtown and promote the downtown as the focal point of our city." Then on Page 18 bullet #7 it states "promote a 'transit first' policy for trips to and from the downtown." Considering that 77% of Edmontonians are using vehicles and only 9% transit how do you intend to provide more access to the downtown? Answer to Both of the Above Questions During the morning peak hour, transit's share of the travel market to downtown for work and post-secondary school trips, from all origins, is in the order of 34%. This figure is significantly higher (in excess of 50%) from

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for trips to and from the Downtown; • preserve Edmonton's architectural heritage; and • promote urban design standards appropriate to the Downtown environment,

the Clareview area which enjoys access time to the downtown of 14 minutes by LRT.

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The recommendations in the Transportation Master Plan for an Inner Ring Loop, together with a High Speed Transit system, will ensure a continued level of good access to Edmonton's downtown. The Inner Ring Loop will absorb trips from central area roads which do not have central destinations, thereby freeing up capacity for centrally oriented traffic. The provision of high speed transit corridors will add a level of accessibility to downtown, particularly from south Edmonton, which will be as good or better than that available by automobile. In addition, the provision of high speed transit will enable the existing bus lane on 109 Street to be freed up for general traffic use. The reference to a "transit first" policy reflects what City Council has already approved in the Downtown Plan. The Downtown Plan's "transit first" policy recognizes that as Edmonton grows, greater reliance will have to be placed on public transit as a means of expanding the carrying capacity of the roadway network, thereby making better use of the pavement already in place, particularly in rush hours, on congested routes. Support and promotion of the downtown also involves promoting the

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viability of communities in the immediate proximity of downtown which are the most likely to frequent and support the amenities and services which the downtown has to offer. Plan Edmonton, together with the Transportation Master Plan, recognizes this and recognizes that access to the downtown is a responsibility shared by both the roadway network and the transit system 1.2.2 Maintain support for and implement the Downtown Plan.

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expansion; "building out" and servicing all approved neighbourhoods; and supporting strategic growth of the City, rather than "growth for the sake of growth". Strategy:

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1.3.1 Preserve agricultural land, identified on Map 1, until needed for urban development.

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Should the condition "until needed for urban development" related to agricultural land in the northeast be deleted and this land designated agricultural for a longer period of time as requested by Mr. Visser? Answer The condition should not be deleted. The strategy, as it is proposed in Plan Edmonton, is a continuation of the existing strategy with respect to agricultural areas. This policy was reaffirmed by Council, in 1997, following extensive discussions with property owners in the northeast agricultural area, including property owners with active farming operations. The supply of land designated for suburban development in the northeast

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sector is estimated to be sufficient to meet the demand for residential development in the sector for 42 years. Second Question What would be wrong with designating some lands — likely in northeast Edmonton -for intensive agricultural production as suggested by T.O.P.S.O.I.L? Answer The proposed Plan Edmonton does designate the area in indicated in the question for agricultural use, although some agricultural uses, such as intensive livestock operations, are not encouraged in the area. By adhering to the proposed strategies with respect to agricultural areas, the agricultural area in the northeast will be protected for an extended period of time. As stated in the answer to the above question, the proposed designation and strategies for agricultural areas represent a continuation of existing policy that was reaffirmed following extensive discussion with property owners in the area. Third Question

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If section 1.3.1. deleted "urban development" and included "for agricultural development", how would this change the Plan? Answer The change would indicate Council's intention to preserve agricultural areas. There would be no immediate affect on suburban development as the supply of land designated by Plan Edmonton for suburban development provides for a 33 to 59 year supply of residential land in each sector of the city. As the land designated for suburban development is used-up, restrictions preventing urban development on agricultural land would force any further suburban development into adjacent municipalities. Agricultural land would be preserved within the boundaries of Edmonton but would be consumed in neighbouring municipalities, perhaps at a faster rate.

1.3.2 Prevent premature fragmentation of agricultural land prior to the

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extension of cost-effective urban services.

1.3.3 Support contiguous development that is adjacent to existing development in order to accommodate growth in an orderly and economical fashion. 1.3.4

• Question Promote intensification of development around transportation corridors and This is a sound principle, but what tools are at the City's disposal to make this happen. Perhaps the tactics should be discussed as part of the Plan employment areas. Edmonton process as they, no doubt, will have policy implications Answer In designating areas for development, the municipal development plan seeks to balance the development of residential and business and employment areas in various areas of the city.

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The City uses Area Structure Plans, Neighbourhood Structure Plans and Area Redevelopment Plans to allow different densities in different areas. Access to transportation corridors is a major design consideration. The City uses zoning to permit higher densities around transportation corridors. The City promotes infill development in various ways such as the Capital City Downtown Plan's housing grant program. The Downtown is both a transportation hub and an employment area. 1.3.5 Support increased densities of land use through in fill development that is sensitive to existing development.

First Question Does Plan Edmonton balance the demands and costs of urban infill and redevelopment with suburban growth?

Answer For many people, having the home they want, at a cost they can afford, in a convenient location, in a neighbourhood they like, contributes to their quality of life. Some people prefer to live in a suburban location, others prefer mature areas.

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Plan Edmonton recognizes the importance people place on having the opportunity to make choices about where they live and indicates this in Strategy 1.1.1. Provide for choices regarding the types of developments in which people want to live and do business. As the owner of public infrastructure, the City has a responsibility to maintain it and an interest in maximizing its use. As a provider of services — transit, police, fire, recreational programs, social programs, etc. — the City has an interest in optimizing its service delivery systems. In mature areas the City's approach is to promote redevelopment and infill development by maintaining the attractiveness of its neighbourhoods and commercial areas. Money is spent to rehabilitate infrastructure, maintain facilities and parks and support business revitalization in the downtown and other commercial areas. In some areas, the amount spent on infrastructure rehabilitation is substantial. In suburban areas, the City's approach is to require developers to pay for the construction of neighbourhood infrastructure and to promote a contiguous development pattern that limits the rate at which major infrastructure is expanded. These approaches are reflected in the following priorities:

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Utilization of Existing Infrastructure; Reinvesting in Mature Areas; and Managing Suburban Growth.

What the City needs to do, and what it would cost, to increase the demand for infill housing in mature areas, remains an open question. Limiting suburban growth in Edmonton may produce higher demand for infill housing but prospective home buyers may prefer a suburban home in an adjacent municipality. Previously, the City was successful in developing the Rossdale and Cloverdale neighbourhoods. Currently, the City's program that offers $4,500 per unit for housing built in the Downtown is one of the most direct and aggressive municipally funded downtown housing programs in Canada. Unless the City intends to pursue additional direct intervention programs, its role is restricted to ensuring that mature areas offer infill opportunities that are an attractive choice for housing consumers.

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Would it not be financially prudent to stress the importance of redeveloping older parts of the city before starting additional suburban neighbourhoods? Answer Please see the answer to the above question

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Manage the City-owned land and facility inventory to optimize existing infrastructure,

Question I agree with this general principle, but what exactly is the strategy. What are the tactics? Answer The tactics will include undertaking assessments of the City's needs for various properties and facilities. The objective will be to sell surplus property, not required by the City, for development and to ensure that the City is making the most appropriate and best use of its properties.

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I agree with the principle. Are there any areas of emphasis i.e. areas where there is a particularly high potential for the use ofjoint-use agreements. Answer The most extensive use of joint-use agreements involve the City, school boards and community leagues. Further opportunities exist in the area of developing recreation facilities such as the YMCA facilities.

Priority: Economic Activity Centres Within the City Recognize the existence and the potential of economic activity centres within the City and encourage these vibrant growth areas by fostering the mix of services and businesses which support and link them Question Strategy:

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1.4.1 Promote Edmonton's existing and potential economic activity centres, identified on Map 2, while continuing to support existing commercial and industrial areas.

What is the precise definition of "economic centre" and how does it differ from an "existing commercial / industrial area"?

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Answer Plan Edmonton identifies "economic activity centres" and "potential economic activity centres", as "a concentrated area where locational advantages or existing and planned facilities provide special opportunities for economic development" These areas have with special characteristics and opportunities related to "21' Century" economic development which the City can influence to a greater or lesser extent. Each of economic activity centres identified on Map 2 have different aspects. The Municipal Airport is a City-owned (Edmonton Airports controlled) facility right next to Canada's best institute of technology. A perfect location for the development of aviation and aerospace related economic activity.

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The development potential of the Edmonton Research and Development Park, administered by EDE, is of great interest to the City for its concentration on research and development activities. The development potential of the Ellerslie industrial area is enhanced due to its access to the Edmonton International Airport and its location on major (current and future) highway routes and rail transport. The Westaim plant will provide a good start for high technology industry. The development potential of the Northwest Industrial area will be enhanced by the conjunction of the Yellowhead, the North-south Trade Highway and the CN intermodel facility. The Downtown is the focal point of the City's telecommunications and information technology sectors. The U of A is the intellectual centre for research and development. West Edmonton is anchored by West Edmonton Mall, one of the world's most successful tourism attractions, another 21' Century industry leader. 1.4.2 Provide for clustering of compatible development in economic activity centres.

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"provide for" clustering? Is there any value in having the policy make general reference to "how" ... as these decision may have policy implications. Answer In some cases, by control of the land and allocation of land. This is the case in the Edmonton Research and Development Park where the land is controlled by the City through EDE. In other cases, by the planning and developing of infrastructure such as the conjunction of the North-south Trade Highway, the Yellowhead and the CN Intermodel terminal. In other cases through promotion and recruitment activities such as attracting aerospace activities to the Municipal Airport or, in the future, transportation companies and transportation dependent manufacturers to the Northwest industrial area.

1.4.3 Support public and private sector efforts dedicated to development and

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strategy? Are there any thoughts on how the City should support these efforts Answer EDE will promote research and technology in the Edmonton Research and Development Park. Mayor Bill Smith assisted Westaim in finding a suitable site for its new plant in the Ellerslie Industrial Area. EDE and the City will assist Edmonton Airports and NAIT in attracting aerospace industries to the Municipal Airport The City will work with CN on the planning and development of the intermodel terminal. EDE will support technology spin-off companies out of the U of A. The City and its partners will maintain a high interest in maintaining / creating a downtown environment that is attractive to footloose high technology workers and companies.

1.4.4 Provide supporting infrastructure, services and linkages for economic

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activity centres.

Priority: Reinvestment in Mature Neighbourhoods Invest in the redevelopment and revitalization of mature neighbourhoods, including appropriate responses to the evolving needs of residents as community demographics change. Strategy:

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1.5.1 Adapt community facilities and services to meet changing needs.

I agree with this general principle. At the strategy level it would help to understand where the change /adaptation is anticipated and the financial implications of same.

Answer An example of this is a mature neighbourhood where most of the children

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have grown and left the area and a high percentage of seniors remain. For example, instead of closing the local elementary school due to decline in student population, the school may be partially or completely converted to a seniors centre. Or, the soccer field may be changed to a different sort of park area.

1.5.2 Encourage rehabilitation, redevelopment and infilling to increase the amount and quality of housing in mature neighbourhoods.

Question A range of options exist with respect to encouraging rehabilitation, redevelopment and infilling. At what point in the Plan Edmonton will Council address these policies /strategies? Can we move into the implementation phase before this is done?

Answer In mature areas the City's approach is to promote redevelopment and infill development by maintaining the attractiveness of its neighbourhoods and commercial areas. Money is spent to rehabilitate infrastructure, maintain facilities and parks and support business revitalization in the downtown and other commercial areas. In some areas, the amount spent on infrastructure rehabilitation is substantial.

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Previously, the City was successful in developing the Rossdale and Cloverdale neighbourhoods. Currently, the City's program that offers $4,500 per unit for housing built in the Downtown is one of the most direct and aggressive municipally funded downtown housing programs in Canada. Apart from these examples of direct intervention the City can play two roles. • •

Maintain the quality of mature areas to ensure they offer infill opportunities that are an attractive choice for housing consumers, and Sell-off surplus land when it becomes available.

1.5.3 Maintain and renew necessary infrastructure in mature neighbourhoods 1.5.4 Maintain and improve older commercial and industrial areas while mitigating negative impacts on adjacent neighbourhoods.

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are there any areas of the City that Plan Edmonton should target for mitigating negative impacts. Answer Maintaining and improving older commercial areas is the primary objective of the City's involvement with Business Revitalization Zones. The Old Strathcona BRZ provides a current example of the City's concern with improving the commercial area without compromising the quality of nearby residential areas. The research on commercial and industrial land conducted for Plan Edmonton indicated that some older commercial and industrial areas are "obsolete" in terms of their attractiveness to the commercial and industrial land market. These properties include some existing malls as well as inner city areas with industrial uses. It may be necessary for some properties to make changes in their mix of land uses to remain viable. This strategy indicates that the City will accommodate necessary changes to the extent that they do not compromise the adjoining residential areas. The old Gainers site and the Municipal Airport are other properties in which the City has a major interest.

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1.5.5 Preserve historically significant older buildings, structures and areas through the Register of Historic Resources in Edmonton and related programs and policies.

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Question Does this represent a shift from the status quo? Answer No. This is an ongoing program that has resulted in the restoration of a number of historic properties including the Hotel Macdonald.

Priority: Preservation and Enhancement of the Natural Environment and Open Spaces Preserve and enhance the river valley, natural areas and open space within the

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urban landscape; recognize these areas as critical aspects of successful planned growth of the City; and, link them to the extent possible.

Strategy: 1.6.1 Develop a comprehensive, integrated plan for the river valley, natural areas and open space lands that: • integrates and connects natural areas within the urban fabric to provide access; • develops access and recreational use opportunities while protecting the natural environment; • encourages the conservation

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and integration of natural areas that are sustainable and feasible; and • re-defines the principle and practices of Municipal Reserve allocation to support the objectives of the open space plan 1.6.2 Implement policies for the conservation of natural sites in Edmonton's table lands and the North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System through the planning process 1.6.3 Work pro-actively with the Provincial Government to ensure that Crown interests in water bodies are addressed prior to

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development.

Priority: Managing Suburban Growth Manage suburban growth in a manner that ensures adequate infrastructure and services and maintains a balance of residential, commercial, industrial and recreational land uses. Strategy: 1.7.1 Accommodate growth in an orderly, serviced and costeffective manner

Question Is there anything in strategies 1.7.1 to 1.7.4 that differs significantly from our current approach? Answer These strategies place a greater emphasis on cost-effective growth. Plan Edmonton promotes market driven growth providing that it is also costeffective and efficient growth. (Planned contiguous development

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immediately adjacent to existing development). 1.7.2 Provide for a range of housing types and densities in each residential neighbourhood. 1.7.3 Encourage flexibility in creating attractive and functional residential neighbourhoods and business areas. 1.7.4 Ensure availability and access to recreational opportunities and open spaces.

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Priority: Population Growth Plan for a population base in the range of 800,000 to 900,000 residents by the year 2020. Strategy: 1.8.1 Plan and fund the development of such municipal facilities and services as the City can afford to support the population growth expectations of this Plan.

Question Please clarify the meaning of this strategy. Answer Two points are contained in this strategy. The first is that planning and development of municipal facilities and services will be done on a long-term basis that anticipates the expected growth of the City. The second point is that planning and development will be done within the context of the City's long range financial plan. The City will not jeopardize

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its financial health by attempting to provide levels of service that it cannot afford or by permitting development patterns that undermine the City's financial stability.

Municipal Reserves Strategy:

First Question Would anything in this Plan allow for a reduction in the allocation of municipal reserve to the City as compared to current practices?

1.9.1 Where authorized by, and in accordance with, the Answer Municipal Government Act, the Subdivision Authority of Nothing in Plan Edmonton would reduce required municipal reserve the City of Edmonton will allocations as compared to current practices. The amount of municipal require the owner of a reserve required by Plan Edmonton is the maximum amount permitted by parcel of land that is the the Municipal Government Act, and is considered to be less than is required subject of a proposed to meet municipal and school requirements. subdivision to dedicate to the City of Edmonton: Second Question • part of that parcel as municipal reserve; Do strategies 1.9.1 to 1.9.9 represent a departure from current policy and • money in place of municipal practices reserve; • any combination of land and Answer

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This does not vary from current practice. The Municipal Government Act requires that our Municipal Development Plan address municipal reserves, hence these strategies. Historically, the MGA has permitted municipalities to take "up to" ten per cent of the area of a parcel of land to be subdivided for municipal reserves. The MGA now requires that municipalities state their intentions with respect to municipal reserves in municipal development plans. The strategy statements contained in Plan Edmonton are consistent with the City's practices with respect to the amount of municipal reserve taken and the purposes for which it is used.

1.9.2 Land or money dedicated as municipal reserve will be dedicated to the City of Edmonton to be used for schools, parks and other public recreation purposes. 1.9.3 The amount of the municipal reserve to be dedicated will be

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determined, during the subdivision process, based on the gross developable area of a parcel of land that is the subject of a proposed subdivision. 1.9.4 Gross developable area is defined, for the purpose of this municipal development plan, as the total area of the parcel of land less the land required to be provided as environmental reserve and the land made subject to an environmental reserve easement. 1.9.5 The amount of municipal reserve to be dedicated will be equivalent to ten per cent (10%) of the gross developable area of a

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parcel of land that is the subject of a proposed subdivision, which is the minimum amount necessary to augment other city resources to provide the basic levels of school, parks and public recreational facilities acceptable to the citizens of Edmonton. 1.9.6 When, in the opinion of the Subdivision Authority, the future residential development density of a parcel of land that is the subject of a proposed subdivision will exceed thirty (30) dwelling units per hectare, the Subdivision Authority may require the dedication of municipal

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Question Has section 1.9.6 been applied in the last ten years? Answer Strategy statement 1.9.6 was most recently applied on October 12, 1995, for a subdivision of the CP Lands property at 111 Street and 104 Avenue. The previous use, which involved the same property, was on December 18, 1992.

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reserve up to an additional five per cent (5%) of the parcel's developable land, as defined in Section 668 of the Municipal Government Act, to accommodate additional requirements for schools, parks and public recreational facilities. 1.9.7 When a municipal reserve dedication includes money or a combination of land and money, the sum of the money to be dedicated and the appraised market value of the land to be dedicated wi//be equal to the appraised market value of the maximum amount of municipal reserve dedication permitted under by the Municipal

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Government Act. 1.9.8 Allocation of municipal reserve lands for school and park purposes shall be governed by the Joint Use Agreement between the City of Edmonton and the School Authorities, as defined by the Municipal Government Act.

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1.9.9 The City of Edmonton will apply Alberta Energy and Utility Board guidelines with respect to minimum separation distances between sour gas facilities and other land uses through land subdivision and development processes.

Page 26, 1.9.9 Why only apply minimum separation distances between sour gas facilities and other land uses?

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Answer The Municipal Government Act (MGA) states that municipal development plans must contain policies compatible with the subdivision and development regulations to provide guidance on the type and location of land uses adjacent to sour gas facilities.

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This requirement may have been included to address the Alberta Energy and Utilities Board (AEUB) concern that municipalities were approving development permits for improvements located within the perimeter of minimum setback guidelines established by the AEUB. According to the AEUB, there are no facilities within the boundaries of the City of Edmonton that qualify as sour gas facilities under the regulatory definition. Plan Edmonton Strategy 1.9.9 states, The City of Edmonton will apply Alberta Energy and Utility Board guidelines with respect to minimum separation distances between sour gas facilities and other land uses through land subdivision and development processes. This strategy meets the MGA requirements, satisfies the AEUB concern, and will be an appropriate policy in the event that a sour gas facility is ever developed within Edmonton's boundaries.

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Economic Development focuses on the City's leadership role in creating a positive and dynamic business climate within Edmonton and the Edmonton Capital Region. The goal of expanding the economic base will be achieved through effective economic development programs and by providing a "best value" business environment. Edmonton will build on its economic advantages through active partnerships with businesses, institutions and other governments to develop a strong city economy with a global orientation.

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Priority: Expanded Business Base

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Amend the "Expanded Business Base" priority to:

Nurture existing businesses and attract and support the development of new businesses,

How can the economic well being of individuals and families be addressed in the Economic Development Section? Answer The Our Commitment section of the Plan (p. 5) includes the statement To promote and facilitate economic activity for the benefit of our citizens. This statement is intended to indicate the nature of motivation that stands behind the City's activist role in Economic Development matters. The priorities in the Economic Development section provide the basic framework for the City's role in expanding the economic base to provide opportunities and prosperity for its citizens. Changing the Expanded Business Base priority statement to read Nurture existing businesses and attract and support the development of new business to provide opportunities and prosperity for our citizens, would reflect the sentiment in the commitment statement. The term citizens would include both individuals and families.

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Nurture existing businesses and attract and support the development of new business to provide opportunities and prosperity for our citizens. The proposed wording is provided by the Administration in response to the Council question.

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First Question Who will be responsible for developing the City's economic Strategy? City Council? Who will help City Council in carrying out this new responsibility? The administration? Which City department? Once the strategic planning responsibility is transferredfrom EDE, what will be the role of EDE 's Board of Directors? If City Council takes back the strategic planning responsibility, is there any reason for EDE to remain at arms length? What rationale would exist for independence of EDE based on its limited implementation role?

Answer City Council now has and has always had responsibility for governance decisions with respect to the allocation of responsibilities for economic development policies and activities among EDE, the civic administration and City Council itself. EDE was created by the consolidation of several economic development agencies as part of Council's Economic Development Strategy subsequent to a report prepared by the Price Waterhouse consulting firm.

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Strategy 2.1.1 Economic Development Edmonton will be responsible for the execution of the City's economic development strategy.

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Amend strategy statement 2.1.1 to: Economic Development Edmonton will be responsible for the development and execution of the City's Economic Development Strategy based on Council's Triennial Vision for Economic Prosperity.

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Based on a review of the allocation of responsibilities related to economic development, conducted as part of Plan Edmonton and including workshop discussions with members of City Council, the allocation of responsibilities is as follows: • City Council is responsible for the development of the City's Economic Vision and the overall economic development strategy. • Economic Development Edmonton has the primary responsibility for executing the economic development strategy. • The Senior Management Team has the responsibility for executing components of the economic development strategy that fall within the Administration's area of responsibility. In acting on its responsibility for the overall economic development strategy, Council may draw upon any of the resources at its command, including EDE, the civic administration, or private consultants. Currently, the Auditor General is overseeing an evaluation of EDE's mandate. Council may wish to review EDE's mandate when the results of the study are available.

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Development Edmonton and the role of City Council as related to section 2.1.I.? Answer City Council is responsible for the development of the City's Economic Vision and the overall economic development strategy. Economic Development Edmonton has the primary responsibility for executing the economic development strategy. The Senior Management Team has responsibility for executing components of the economic development strategy that fall within the City Administration's area of responsibility. 2.1.2 City Departments will provide coordinated support to implement the City's economic development strategy.

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How and to what extent? Does this represent a departure from current levels of support? Answer Currently, individual departments perform functions related to economic development as part of their mandates. This statement reflects the view of the Steering Committee that, in view of Council's economic development

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2.1.3 Target and pursue economic opportunities best matched to Edmonton's strategic advantages, based on sound market research.

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priorities, the Senior Management Team should take a greater role in coordinating activities related to economic development that fall within the scope of the civic administration's area of responsibility. Question This is currently EDE 's responsibility. Does strategy 2.1.3 imply that EDE will discontinue this function and that it will be assumed by the City?

Answer City Council has delegated this role to EDE. EDE will continue to perform this role unless its mandate is altered by City Council.

2.1.4 Maintain Edmonton as one of the "best value" cities in North America for targeted sectors.

Question Is this strategy coordinated with EDE. How? Who's leading?

Answer Yes, this strategy is consistent with EDE's business plan. However, the task of ensuring that Edmonton remains a "best value" City for targeted sectors is primarily the role of City Council and the administration. EDE's role is to target the sectors and to provide input to City Council on ways to maintain the "best value" status

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2.1.5 Promote the key strategic advantages of the Edmonton Capital Region to the key sectors targeted in the City's economic development strategy.

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Is this strategy coordinated with EDE. How? Who's leading?

Answer Yes, this strategy is consistent with EDE's business plan. City Council has assigned the mandate for business promotion to EDE. Therefore EDE will be the leader.

2.1.6 Position and promote Edmonton and area as a major tourism destination region.

Question Is this strategy coordinated with EDE. How? Who's leading?

Answer Yes, this strategy is consistent with EDE's business plan. City Council has assigned the mandate for tourism promotion to EDE. Therefore EDE will be the leader.

2.1.7 Leverage economic growth by using key City-owned assets.

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used to leverage economic growth? Examples please. Will these policyrelated issues be discussed with Council as part of the Plan Edmonton process. Answer Examples: • Edmonton Research and Development Park • Shaw Convention Centre • Major Tourist / Entertainment venues such as: • Commonwealth Stadium • Fort Edmonton • Northlands Coliseum • Muttart Conservatory, etc. • City land holdings (e.g. Gainers site) • The Municipal Airport (aerospace industry) • EPCOR

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Under the Economic Development section, how and where might a statement on "local community economic development" be included?

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economic development initiatives.

The strategy statement, Support local community economic development initiatives, could be added under one of the following three priority statements: Expanded Business Base, Positive Business Environment or Active Partnerships, depending on the intent behind the strategy. Please note that EDE has no program targeted to support local "community economic development initiatives" apart from some general assistance to the Council of BRZs. The Business Link does provide information on starting a business.

The proposed wording is provided by the Administration in response to the Council question.

If the intent of Council is to focus on the community aspect of community economic development, rather than the economic aspects, the strategy may be better placed under the Community Development priority of the Services to People Section. This may be more in keeping with the nature of the program intended by Mr. Smith.[the public hearing presenter from the Edmonton Social Planning Council] However, since no "local community economic development" program exists, it would be necessary to create and fund one within the appropriate department.

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Raise awareness of Edmonton's distinctive strengths as a smart, vibrant city. Strategy: 2.2.1 Capitalize on Edmonton's knowledge-based resources as a focal point of our economic development strategy.

Question Rationale? What exactly do you mean by "knowledge-based resources". Are knowledge-based and resource-based industries mutually exclusive?

Answer This strategy statement is inspired by City Council's Vision for Economic Prosperity which emphasized Edmonton's knowledge-based resources such as: • Edmonton's comparative advantage in post-secondary institutions such as the U of A, NAIT, GMCC etc. • The high level of education, training and literacy of its workforce. • The presence of significant research organizations (e.g. the Alberta Research Council) • The highly developed cultural infrastructure and community.

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• Significant industrial involvement in research and high technology. Resource-based industries constitute major components of Edmonton's knowledge-based resources. The research and development activities done in Edmonton for the oil and gas and forestry sectors of the economy are leading edge on a world scale. 2.2.2 Maintain detailed, promotional information on Edmonton's distinctive advantages as a Smart City.

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To what extent does this go beyond the work that EDE is doing in this area already?

Answer EDE is one of several partners involved in maintaining promotional information on Edmonton's Smart City advantages. The Edmonton: A Smart City Initiative is lead by City Council with administrative support from both EDE and the Planning and Development department. Other major partners, such as the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, the U of A, NAIT, GMCC and Edmonton's public school boards are also involved.

2.2.3 Recognize successes of "smart" businesses and research institutions.

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point in the Industry Life Cycle, i.e., mature versus emerging industries. Or do you define it by industry, i.e., oil and gas versus telecommunication? Answer The smart business concept is derived from City Council's Vision for Economic Prosperity. A smart businesses is one that is: • involved in the creation of knowledge through research, product development, and innovation, or • capable of employing the latest technologies, including information technology, to produce its goods or services. 2.2.4 Network with community leaders to promote Edmonton's knowledgebased advantages.

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Who will network with community leaders and how will this promote Edmonton's knowledge-based advantages? Answer The current application of this strategy is the Edmonton: A Smart City Initiative. This is a City Council lead initiative involving the U of A, NAIT, GMCC, the Chamber of Commerce, several major companies involved in bio-technology, medical research, telecommunications, information technology, EDE and some City departments.

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Bringing together these major Smart City players raises Edmonton's profile as a Smart City and allows consistent promotional messages both within the City and at national and international levels. One example of the nature of the promotional activity is found in EDE's Business Plan which states that EDE will, "Market Edmonton Capital Region's 'Smart City" position in the local, national and international market place capitalizing on the University of Alberta's strengths." Possible additional strategy statement: Foster and promote the Edmonton: A Smart City Initiative, a partnership among government, business, education and cultural sectors which works to enhance the positive inter-relationships between the four essential activities of urban life: working, learning, playing and living,

First Question Should the City not be playing up the "Smart City" angle, perhaps through promoting our educational facilities or lifelong learning, as suggested by the Chamber of Commerce?

Answer The Economic Development priority statement, Positive City Profile: Raise awareness of Edmonton's distinctive strengths as a smart, vibrant city, and its strategies address the "Smart City" angle. Council may wish to identify the Edmonton: A Smart City Initiative specifically as a strategy attached to this priority. A possible strategy statement could be:

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Foster and promote the Edmonton: A Smart City Initiative, a partnership among government, business, education and cultural sectors which works to enhance the positive inter-relationships between the four essential activities of urban life. working, learning, playing and living,

and living.

Possible additional strategy statement: Attract and promote the expansion of new and emerging industries such as biotechnology, information technology and advanced telecommunications.

This strategy would identify a major area of Smart City activity in which Council is playing an activist and leadership role. Second Question

Mr. Masson made the comment that we require additional provisions in Plan Edmonton that recognize Edmonton as a "Smart City". Does the Department feel that information technology and other related issues in Plan Edmonton have been adequately addressed? Answer Information technology is considered to be a component of Edmonton's knowledge-based resources addressed by the Economic Development priority Positive City Profile. Using the generic term "knowledge-based resources" is considered preferable to identifying individual sectors because those sectors not listed would be excluded and newly emerging sectors would not be recognized by the Plan. Five years ago, biotechnology may not have made the list.

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2. Add the following strategy statement to the "Positive City Profile" priority: Attract and promote the expansion of new and emerging industries such as biotechnology, information technology and advanced telecommunications.

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Information and communications technology is addressed in the Infrastructure Development and Maintenance priority Communications Infrastructure. The strategies under this priority address the City's use of information technology and its role in promoting high speed communications services throughout the city.

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How can the profile of "new industries" (biotech, communication, info tech, etc.) as well as education-learning institutions and opportunities, be increased in the Plan? Answer The Economic Development priority Positive City Profile: Raise awareness of Edmonton's distinctive strengths as a smart, vibrant city, addresses Edmonton's knowledge-based economic sectors. If a specific reference to individual industries is desired, an additional strategy could be added to the Positive City Profile priority as follows: Attract and promote the expansion of new and emerging industries such as

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biotechnology, information technology and advanced telecommunications.

Please note, however, that the first strategy statement under this priority, Capitalize on Edmonton's knowledge-based resources as a focal point of our economic development strategy, is a generic reference to knowledgebased business and educational institutions. As noted in the answer to the previous question, specific sectors of the knowledge-based economy were not identified because those sectors not listed, including new sectors that will emerge over the ten year life of Plan Edmonton, would be excluded.

Priority: Key Ambassador Role for Mayor and Council Strengthen the roles of the Mayor and Council as key ambassadors in economic development. Strategy: 2.3.1 The Mayor and Council will take the lead ambassador role in intergovernmental

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economic development activities and relations. 2.3.2 Promote the ambassador role of Council in the business community. 2.3.3 Maintain an annual program of Council involvement as ambassadors, including: 60 input opportunities from the business community to Council; • specific functions, activities and calendars of events for Council members to attend; * hospitality and welcoming roles for the Mayor and Council; and • business development roles and activities of Council.

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Priority: Positive Business Environment Create an environment which encourages commitment to live, learn, visit and do business in Edmonton. Strategy: 2.4.1 Use business and citizen advisory groups to provide regular input on the business environment directly to Council and Economic Development Edmonton.

Question How does this tie in with what EDE is doing already? Answer The Steering Committee feels that the free flow of information between Council, EDE and business and citizen groups could be beneficially improved from current practices. However, there is no conflict with EDE's policies. EDE's Business Plan promises to , "Increase awareness and support of EDE's activities with the shareholder, stakeholders and the community." The shareholder is the City of Edmonton.

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2.4.2 Maintain and promote Edmonton's overall quality of life as a key element of our business environment.

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This strategy is a bit vague. What exactly is being proposed? What's the rationale? What are the possible tactics?

Answer The research on economic development conducted for Plan Edmonton produced a clear message from business people who said in, effect "the quality of life in Edmonton is as important as the low costs of doing business in attracting the types of businesses and people who will ensure Edmonton's future prosperity." Research undertaken as part of the long-range financial plan indicated that if Edmonton does not maintain its "quality of life" for residents, it will not attract the people most able to contribute to Edmonton's long term prosperity. This strategy captures these sentiments. "Quality of life" means different things to different people. However, it is something City Council must consider as an essential component of its decision-making.

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Who will be responsible for this strategy? Who is targeted to receive this message?

Answer City Council has assigned the mandate for business promotion to EDE. Therefore, EDE will be the leader, although City Council members acting in their "key ambassador" role should also be involved. The primary target audience would be businesses that EDE has targeted for attraction. As well, EDE and other partners (e.g. the Chamber of Commerce) have conducted local promotional campaigns targeting Edmonton's citizens and businesses.

City department actions will support a positive business environment by maintaining customer-oriented service standards.

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Ensure that municipal costs of doing business enhance Edmonton's competitive advantages. Strategy: 2.5.1 Monitor the comparative costs of Edmonton's basic municipal services and promote our competitive advantages to existing and potential business.

Question Is there any overlap here with respect to EDE? Are the strategies and processes of each group coordinated to prevent duplication? Answer The city administration monitors these costs as part of the budget process. City Council has assigned the promotional role to EDE

2.5.2 Develop strategies to address areas where Edmonton's cost of services or tax rates are not competitive.

Question Page 33, 2.5.2 "...address areas where Edmonton's cost of services or tax rates are not competitive." Could you elaborate on this point please. Answer

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Edmonton is in competition with other jurisdictions with respect to attracting and keeping business operations. One component of this competition is the difference in costs that businesses pay in the form of service costs, user fees and taxes. The intent of the above strategy is to monitor these costs to ensure that Edmonton remains competitive within the region, and to consider making adjustments when necessary. The City has the ability to act in a number of areas including setting tax rates, water rates, sewage surcharges, development fees, user fees and sewage system connection charges. 2.5.3 Develop strategies that reduce cost and improve the effectiveness of services which are key to business success today, such as: • transportation convenience and air services; • business clusters; • operating cost reduction measures; and • telecommunications.

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2.5.4 Ensure infrastructure service plans place a priority on maintaining comparatively low cost, effective municipal services. 2.5.5 Influence other basic service providers to maintain high quality, relatively low cost services to business.

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When the City sold Edmonton Telephones it obtained some time limited guarantees with respect to telephone rates.

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The City is involved with TELUS in a multi-media pilot project that could improve telecommunications infrastructure within the City.

Question 2.5.6 Promote Edmonton's relatively low overall cost of Is there an overlap here with respect to EDE function? Are the strategies doing business to existing and processes of both organizations coordinated to prevent duplication of and targeted sectors. effort? Answer Council has assigned the promotional mandate to EDE. EDE is therefore the leader.

Priority: Regional Economic Ties Build strong economic ties within the region. Strategy:

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2.6.1 Promote a common image and message for the region.

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Is there any overlap with respect to EDE? Are the strategies and processes of both organizations coordinated to prevent duplication of effort?

Answer Council has assigned the promotional mandate to EDE. EDE is therefore the leader from the perspective of the City of Edmonton. However, as this strategy involves regional relationships, City Council should be involved, perhaps through the Capital Region Forum.

Question 2.6.2 Strengthen relationships with governments, communities and economic The representative from the City of St. Albert commented on the fact that Plan Edmonton does not include a recognition of the region with respect to, partners throughout for example, economic development. The representative from the City of St. northwestern Canada and Albert suggested that the provisions in Plan Edmonton be expanded to enhance Edmonton's role include the capital region. What is the Department's position with respect as service provider and to same? gateway to the north. Answer

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role as service provider and gateway to the north.

Specifically, the City of St. Albert representative requested a modification to Strategy 2.6.2 to reference the role of all communities within the Edmonton The proposed wording is provided Capital Regional as service providers to the north. The proposed Plan Edmonton promotes regional cooperation on a number of fronts but it would be presumptuous to assign a role to other municipalities prior to appropriate discussions.

by the Administration in response to the Council question.

It may be more appropriate for this strategy to remain as it is, citing only Edmonton's strategy, until a regional economic strategy is prepared with agreed upon approaches to integrate and coordinate efforts, as cited in Strategy 2.6.4. The City of St. Albert may wish to include a statement in its MDP that is similar to Plan Edmonton's Strategy 2.6.2.

2.6.3 The Mayor and Council will lead in developing strong economic development ties with regional municipalities and businesses.

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Question What is meant by: "and businesses". How is City Council going to lead the development of ties with regional businesses? What sort of ties are we striving for and for between whom?

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Answer Plan Edmonton takes the view that City Council is the City's leader in regional relationships, although individual activities may be carried out by the civic administration, EDE or another agent. The businesses referred to in this strategy are those that operate within the region and consider themselves part of the Edmonton Capital Region business community. Please note that EDE considers its client base to be businesses in the Edmonton Capital Region. The primary example of this strategy in action is the Mayor's Task Force on Manufacturing which involved businesses with locations outside of Edmonton. Establishing relationships with both municipalities and businesses is essential if City Council intends to pursue a regional economic development strategy. 2.6.4 Work with regional partners to prepare a regional economic development strategy, including: â&#x20AC;˘ a comprehensive inventory of regional assets;

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• recognition of sectoral strengths and organizations; • an analysis of regional competitive advantage,' • a workable cost sharing arrangement; and • approaches to integrate and coordinate efforts. 2.6.5 Develop strong operational Question networks and information systems to support regional Is there a role for EDE in this strategy? economic integration. Answer EDE takes a regional perspective with respect to economic development promotion. It is involved in the Metro Edmonton Economic Development Team. EDE administers the Business Attraction Information System (BAIS), "an on-line multi-media information system for regional economic development professionals."

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Priority: Active Partnerships Develop active partnerships throughout the community through key agencies and organizations. Strategy: 2.7.1 Target resources to partnerships in business sectors with the highest potential to add value to the economy of Edmonton.

Question What resources are being referred to in this strategy? What types of partnerships are being anticipated? Are there programs currently in place that target resources to private sector partners? Are new programs being suggested by this strategy?

Answer This strategy recognizes that the resources that are available for economic development are limited. In developing a "targeted economic development strategy" decisions are required regarding the allocation of staff resources and promotional funds to achieve the best return.

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For example, EDE's strategic focus for developed industries is to "build upon the existing resource and service sectors and focus on those industries which offer the best value added/manufacturing opportunities." Private sector partners include the Greater Edmonton Visitor and Convention Association, and other regional tourism associations, local business revitalization zones, the Alberta Capital Region Manufacturing Association, and businesses groups involved in targeted sectors.

2.7.2 Establish collaborative partnerships with business and community organizations for the development of facilities and infrastructure. 2.7.3 Facilitate and strengthen relationships between key economic agencies and business organizations.

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Where will this responsibility for implementing this strategy reside? Answer Implementation of this strategy will reside with EDE as part of its

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2.7.4 Facilitate the creation of business revitalization zones in the city.

Priority: Supportive Relationships Build strong relationships with the Provincial and Federal Governments to enhance and promote Edmonton's interests in the process of investment and re-investment. Strategy: 2.8.1 Develop working relationships with Provincial and Federal

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Governments which optimize benefits to Edmonton and the Edmonton Capital Region. 2.8.2 Promote Edmonton as the prime location for Provincial and Federal Government investment.

Question How does EDE fit into the picture? Answer The lead role in intergovernmental relations belongs to City Council. EDE would be expected to support Council where these relations involve an economic development component.

2.8.3 Participate in Federal and Provincial economic development and promotional programs.

Question How does EDE fit into the picture? Answer EDE has been involved with Provincially and Federally initiated trade missions and tourism promotion programs. As Edmonton's economic development agency, EDE will continue to be the principal point of contact

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2.8.4 Support joint infrastructure development initiatives. 2.8.5

Encourage and support coordinated actions by all departments and agencies involved in intergovernmental service delivery.

Priority: Global Perspective Ensure that the City's approach to economic development reflects a global perspective while enabling local initiative. Strategy: 2.9.1 Celebrate the successes of

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With respect to strategies 2.9.1 to 2.9.4, do these strategies suggest a new role for the administration and City Council? Answer The view of the Steering Committee is that a global perspective will become increasingly more important to Edmonton's future economic prosperity. These strategies do not suggest new roles as much as they suggest greater emphasis and more refinement in addressing this area of activity. The execution of the strategies will fall to Council, EDE or the administration depending on the objective. However, EDE's current business plan already has a significant global orientation.

2.9.2 Research, compare and promote Edmonton's competitive advantage in the global context. 2.9.3 Facilitate local business access to global market intelligence, business development tools, and export support programs.

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2.9.4 Support local initiatives through partnered international activities and networks.

Priority: Safe Community Ensure a safe and secure community for all citizens Strategy: 2.10.1 Provide acceptable levels of police and emergency services which meet the community's requirements for safety and security,

Question Why is this priority under Economic Development? It strikes me more as a guiding principle or goal ... providing acceptable levels of police and emergency services ... Answer The Safe Community priority was included in the Economic Development municipal responsibility area at the time the Council members workshop session prepared Plan Edmonton's Framework and Priorities. The Steering Committee recommended that this priority be consolidated

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with a similar priority in the Services to People municipal responsibility area. A subsequent Council member workshop suggested the retention of both priority statements. The strategy represents the roughly $188 million Council will spend on police and emergency services in 1998 and in subsequent years with the objective of providing acceptable levels of police and emergency services.

2.10.2 Develop and execute regional emergency services and disaster response plans that contribute to the safety of the living and working environment. 2.10.3 Promote a safe and secure environment through physical design.

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Services to People deals with the delivery of City services that contribute to the safety, security, well-being and enjoyment of Edmonton's citizens. Services will be provided in an effective, efficient and citizen-oriented manner. The City will work in partnership with other organizations where service mandates are complementary. In planning and providing services, the City will take into account the different and changing characteristics and needs of communities. The City will support community development initiatives and volunteer activities.

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Could Council see the recommendations of the "Services to People" committee once again, perhaps with the sections that Council deleted or adjusted highlighted, so Council knows what got accepted and what didn't? Answer The priority statements recommended by the Services to People policy committee are listed as follows in the left column (below). The priority statements that appear in Plan Edmonton are in the right column (below). The-stfilEethFeugh-wer4s-in the right column are words that have been deleted from the policy committee's priority statements. The underlined words are words that have been added to the policy committee's priority statements. Please note that if priority statements are realigned, it may be appropriate to move some strategy statements to match the realignment. Plan Edmonton Priority Statements

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role and responsibilities for the direct delivery, or support for the delivery, of services. Community Development: Encourage and support residents' active involvement in developing and sustaining their neighbourhoods and communities.

role and responsibilities for the direct delivery, or support for the delivery of services. Community Development: Encourage and support residents' active involvement in developing and sustaining their neighbourhoods and communities.

Safety and Security: Ensure the protection of people and property through the provision of acceptable levels of police, fire, ambulance, housing and preventative services.

Safety and Security: Ensure the protection of people and property through the provision of acceptable levels of police, fire and ambulance; housingmiEl-proventative services thr all areas of the city.

Recreation, Culture, Life-Long Learning and the Arts: Ensure a broad range of recreational, cultural, and life-long learning opportunities are available for residents.

Recreation, Culture, Life Long Learning and the Arts: Facilitate the provision of EFISlife a broad range of recreational, entertainment and cultural-and-life-lengleafning eppeftonities-are-available activities for residents.

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to the health, well-being and overall quality of life of residents over time. Priority included through the City Manager / Council members workshop

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contributes to the health, well-being and overall quality of life of residents over time. Changing Demographics: Identify and respond to the municipal services needs resulting from the city's changing demographics.

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Volunteer Services: Support the efforts of volunteers serving the citizens of Edmonton.

Customer Service: Make it easier for all citizens to access and interact with the City.

Customer Service: Make it easier for all businesses and citizens to assess and interact "do business" with the City.

Second Question On the Services to People section, what are the major changes on priorities from the recommendations made by the Plan Edmonton Policy Committee? Answer Please see the answer to question 28.

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Priority: Service Delivery Roles Regularly assess and define the City's mandate, role and responsibilities for the direct delivery, or support for the delivery of services. Strategy: Question 3.1.1 Invest in our community's future through the provision This is what all governments do to one extent or another. Is the strategy of services and programs suggesting anything out of the ordinary? for people,

Answer This strategy came from one of the Services to People Policy Committee's belief statements. The Committee felt that Council should use this philosophy as a fundamental basis for making annual decisions about allocating funds and staff to ensure that the more intangible soft services continued to receive the same funding and attention as hard services.

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3.1.2 Establish municipal service priorities and allocate resources through the City's business planning and budget process. 3.1.3 Undertake and update a mandate review to establish the service roles and responsibilities of City departments and to clarify the respective roles of each level of government and service delivery partners.

Question Could you elaborate on how you intend to undertake to review and establish the service roles and responsibilities of City departments? Answer The mandate review will be the responsibility of Senior Management Team (SMT) under the direction of Council. The review will focus on the delivery of services to citizens. The first step will be a review of the City's current service delivery, delivery partners and respective roles and responsibilities. The next step will be an examination of the underlying mandates driving the City's current service delivery. The City's mandates will be reviewed with respect to the mandates of other service deliverers and then re-affirmed or revised by SMT and Council. Service delivery roles and responsibilities will be tuned to conform with the re-affirmed and revised City mandates. This process may use citizen

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advisory groups. 3.1.4 Ensure meaningful public input, as directed by the City's public participation model, into the establishment and measurement of service priorities and service levels. 3.1.5 Seek new fiscal arrangements with the Province that recognize Edmonton's role as the major receiving area for social and health service requests for northern and central Alberta.

Question "Seek new fiscal arrangements with the Province that recognize Edmonton's role as the major receiving area for social and health service requests for northern and central Alberta". Is this not being done now? Or are there new developments in this area that could be explained?

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The dialogue on funding for social services and health care will continue until Edmonton is satisfied that funding is sufficient and equitable. This strategy expresses Edmonton's intention to initiate further discussions based on the City's evaluation of its situation. 3.1.6 Meet the changing needs

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What would be the implication of changing the Community Development priority to read "Encourage and support residents to participate actively in developing and sustaining their neighbourhoods and communities"?

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Answer The term "support" implies that the City would provide tangible assistance, beyond encouragement, in the form of money or resources and it could be interpreted more broadly than Strategy 3.2.1 Support, integrate and coordinate departmental and Council approved community development initiatives across the city. The term "sustaining" could imply a longer term "maintenance mode" involvement by the City. Or it could simply be an alternative word for "developing" that is more appropriate for mature areas where the residents' objective is to maintain, rather than build the desirable qualities of their neighbourhoods/communities.

Strategy: 3.2.1 Support, integrate and coordinate departmental and Council approved community development initiatives across the city. 3.2.2 Ensure staff have the

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competencies and skills required to support citizens' participation in community development. 3.2.3 Ensure understanding throughout the civic administration of what community development is and how community development principles may be used when working with individual communities. A community development approach: • mobilizes community resources and develops networks of people, organizations and businesses; • responds to a particular need in the community; • comes from the grassroots and develops from common

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Question Under the heading of "Services to People", if City Council wanted to acknowledge the fact that the City of Edmonton is a player in housing and preventative services, what wording would the Department suggest for City Council's consideration?

Amend the text of the "Safety and Security" priority to:

Answer More emphasis could be put on housing and preventative services by adopting the Services to People policy committee's Safety and Security priority which was: Ensure the protection of people and property through the provision of acceptable levels of police, fire, ambulance, housing and preventative services,

Ensure the protection of people and property through the provision of acceptable levels of police, fire, ambulance, housing and preventative services.

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Priority: Safety and Security Ensure the protection of people and property through the provision of acceptable levels of police, fire and ambulance services for all areas of the city.

At present Plan Edmonton addresses preventative services and housing in the The proposed wording is provided by the Administration in response following strategies. to the Council question.

Preventative Services:

3.3.1 Emphasize preventative and educational strategies and initiatives which reduce the demand for emergency police, fire and ambulance services.

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3.5.2 Develop a comprehensive, integrated plan identifiiing the municipal role in the delivery of preventative social programs and services, in consultation with potential partners. 3.5.3 Emphasize preventative and educational strategies which reduce the demand for social services. Housing:

3.5.8 Work with those levels of government and agencies whose primary role is to contribute to individuals ', families' and children's basic needs for shelter, food, clothing and safety. 3.5.9 Work with those levels of government and agencies whose primary role is to provide citizen access to adequate, safe and affordable housing. 3.5.10 Promote safe living and working conditions through the enforcement of standards for health and safety in cooperation with the Capital Health Authority.

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in preventive social services?

Answer Two strategy statements, one under the Safety and Security priority, the other under the Well-being priority emphasize the City's role in preventive social services: 3.3.1 Emphasize preventative and educational strategies and initiatives which reduce the demand for emergency police, fire and ambulance services. 3.5.3. Emphasize preventative and educational strategies which reduce the demand for social services.

The future role is addressed under the Well-being priority as follows: 3.5.2 Develop a comprehensive, integrated plan identifying the municipal role in the delivery of preventative social programs and services, in consultation with potential partners.

Second Question What kinds of preventative and educational strategies and initiatives are being proposed to reduce demand on emergency services?

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Currently, some preventative and educational programs are in place to reduce demands on emergency services. Further movement from a complaint based to a preventative and educational focus is desirable. Strategies and initiatives may include: • expanding fire prevention efforts such as "Learn Not To Bum" in schools; smoke detector and sprinkler programs; apartment upgrading and the Safe Housing programs; • increasing the collaboration between the Edmonton Police Service and Community Services as has been done with the recent creation of the Family Protection Services Division, the Elder Abuse Intervention Team, and the recent appointment of a Family and Youth Crime Prevention Coordinator; • continuing prevention and early intervention measures to assist children and families to prevent escalation of problems; • collaborating with other agencies to target areas in need and to provide programs for areas and communities in need. Programs may include Partners for Youth, Drug Awareness Resistance Education, the Young Offender Observation Team, Child at Risk Response Teams, the Child Lures Program, the Needle Exchange Program and neighbourhood planning; • continuing community policing and neighbourhood foot patrol policing;

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obtaining federal funding for more preventative programs to reduce crime.

Third Question Does this strategy represent a significant shift from what is being done today? Answer Currently, some preventative and educational programs are in place to reduce demands on emergency services. Further movement from a complaint based to a preventative and educational focus is recommended by the Edmonton Police Service and the Emergency Response Department. Council will have the opportunity to review proposed programs as they are developed. 3.3.2 Promote urban design features and property management practices for buildings and public spaces

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Answer When Council developed Plan Edmonton Framework and Priorities, they created a Safe Community priority and a Safety and Security priority. Accordingly, strategies were developed for both priorities. When the administration noted the duplication of strategies, the administration suggested that the two priorities be combined. This suggestion was not endorsed at a Council workshop, so the two priorities have remained distinct. However, some redundancy in the strategies should be expected. Strategy 2.10.3 states "Promote a safe and secure environment through physical design." This can be interpreted as all design related to city infrastructure. Strategy 3.3.2 relates more to defensible space, safe design through community consultation and partnership projects such as the recent Parkade Safety Assessment.

3.3.3 Establish basic service and operating standards for emergency services. 3.3.4 Develop and implement community based services and partnerships based on the unique needs of Edmonton's neighbourhoods.

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Currently, some of the projects undertaken by various departments respond to the unique needs of particular neighbourhoods. These include customized planning instruments, such as area redevelopment plans, overlays and neighbourhood planning studies, community policing and neighbourhood foot patrol policing, the Neighbourhood Infrastructure Program, and the collaboration of the Community Services Department and the Police to deliver programs for areas and communities in need. These programs include Partners for Youth, Drug Awareness Resistance Education, the Young Offender Observation Team, the Needle Exchange Program and Child at Risk Response Teams. 3.3.5 Support the Edmonton Police Service in ensuring an acceptable level of safety and security. Safe Neighbourhoods

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Is it possible to add in "a priority on safety in neighbourhoods with appropriate strategies that go beyond the notion of policing", particularly as it relates to "Services to People - Safety and Security"? Answer A priority on safety in neighbourhoods could be added. The underling strategies would probably be similar to the ones currently under the Safety and Security priority as follows.

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3.3.1 Emphasize preventive and educational strategies and initiatives which reduce the demand for emergency police, fire and ambulance services. 3.3.2 Promote urban design features and property management practices for buildings and public spaces which enhance public safety and security. 3.3.4 Develop and implement community based services and partnerships based on the unique needs of Edmonton's neighbourhoods.

Priority: Recreation, Culture and the Arts Facilitate the provision of a broad range of recreational, entertainment and cultural activities for residents. Strategy: 3.4.1 Provide venues and services for festivals, cultural events and other community events.

Question Are strategies 3.4.1 to 3.4.7 the same as the current strategies? Answer

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Some of the strategies re-affirm current departmental activities. Strategies 3.4.5, 3.4.6 and 3.4.7 identify new directions that will be implemented in concert with the direction received from the Long Range Financial Plan. 3.4.2 Promote and provide recreational, cultural, artistic, entertainment and learning experiences at the City's major venues. 3.4.3 Continue to support recreational, artistic, cultural and library programs and services through the provision of municipal grants to community-based organizations.

Question "Continue to support recreational, artistic, cultural and library programs ..." There is no mention as to the extent to which we will support - more, less, the same? I would expect some thought given to this in light of the City's financial position.

Answer The strategy refers to the funding mechanisms used to support communitybased organizations delivering these programs. The amount of money provided varies from year to year depending on funds allocated by Council. The strategy states that the City will continue to support these organizations

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but does not commit the City to a particular level of funding. 3.4.4 Work with business, government and community partners to develop and deliver recreational, artistic, cultural and library programs.

Ouestion Based on St. Albert's presentation, how could the regional concept be included in the Recreation, Culture and the Arts priority?

Answer The possibility of working with St. Albert and other municipal neighbours is already included in Section 3.4.4 which begins with Work with business, government and community partners ...

If Council would like to make a specific reference to Edmonton's regional neighbours, Strategy 3.4.4 could be changed to: Work with business, other levels of government, community partners and other municipalities in the Edmonton Capital Region to develop and deliver recreational, artistic, cultural and library programs.

Amend the text of strategy 3.4.4 to: Work with business, other levels of government, community partners and other municipalities in the Edmonton Capital Region to develop and deliver recreational, artistic, cultural and library programs. The proposed wording is provided by the Administration in response to the Council question.

Intermunicipal cooperation is already promoted in the Leadership and Regional Cooperation section which addresses the delivery of services within a broader regional context. Strategy 5.2.1 states Work cooperatively with the region's municipalities to identify, priorize and implement regional and joint services delivery

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mechanisms. This could include recreation, entertainment and cultural opportunities. The City of St. Albert may wish to include a statement in its MDP that is similar to Plan Edmonton's Strategy 3.4.4.

3.4.5 Design and implement ongoing community assessment processes that identify citizen and community priorities for recreation and culture. 3.4.6 Develop a long range plan to identify the appropriate facilities and land required to meet the need for affordable and easy access to recreational, artistic, cultural and library programs and services. 3.4.7 Develop standards for consistent quality, affordability and

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accessibility of City-owned or operated facilities, services and programs.

Our Priority: Well-being Deliver and support programming that contributes to the well-being and overall quality of life of residents over time. Strategy: 3.5.1 Establish key indicators and determinants of health and well-being at both the city and community levels in partnership with other levels of government and agencies.

Question Do strategies 3.5.1 to 3.6.4 differ from the City's current strategy? Answer Some of the strategies re-affirm current departmental activities. Strategies 3.5.1, 3.5.2 and 3.5.11 identify new directions that will be implemented in concert with the direction received from the Long Range Financial Plan.

3.5.2 Develop a comprehensive,

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integrated plan identifying the municipal role in the delivery of preventative social programs and services, in consultation with potential partners. 3.5.3 Emphasize preventative and educational strategies which reduce the demand for social services. 3.5.4 Provide opportunities for citizens to meet their basic mobility needs through the provision of a public transit service.

What is the possibility of adding "affordable" to section 3.5.4.? Answer There should be agreement on the interpretation of the term "affordable". One interpretation may be that the public transit system will be viewed by a large majority of its actual and potential users as reasonably priced for the level of service provided. The Transportation Master Plan's describes the role of transit as offering a "basic service at a reasonable price."

Provide opportunities for citizens to meet their basic mobility needs through the provision of an affordable public transit service.

The proposed wording is provided by the Administration in response to the Council question.

A second interpretation may be that everyone can afford to use transit regardless of their financial means. A third interpretation may be that the

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City will provide a level of transit service that the City can afford to operate given all of the other municipal needs. If the term "affordable", was added the strategy would be 3.5.4 Provide opportunities for citizens to meet their basic mobility needs through the provision of an affordable public transit service.

3.5.5 Provide opportunities for individual and community recreation by maintaining and developing public parks, open space and recreation facilities. 3.5.6 Support affordable recreation programs in cooperation with community organizations. 3.5.7 Provide access to information and knowledge resources through the Edmonton Public Library System. 3.5.8 Work with those levels of government and agencies

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whose primary role is to contribute to individuals', families' and children's basic needs for shelter, food, clothing and safety. 3.5.9 Work with those levels of government and agencies whose primary role is to provide citizen access to adequate, safe and affordable housing.

Question How does the Plan view the City's role in regards to affordable housing? What is the City's current role? Answer The City of Edmonton encourages the housing industry to offer a wide choice of housing styles and affordability. The City also has a responsibility to control development cost and property taxes. In terms of government and non-profit affordable housing programs, Strategy 3.5.9 indicates that the City will take a supporting role to direct providers of affordable housing. The City's current role in affordable housing involves low-income and special needs housing. Currently the City works with other levels of government and partners: • Undertaking needs identification and the development of housing plans; • Providing subsidized land through Council's "Low-Income Housing

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Capital Assistance Program"; Working with governments and agencies to plan and deliver housing projects and related initiatives; • Delivering the federal government's Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program which is targeted to low-income people; • Co-ordinating minimum housing standards enforcement for rental accommodation; • Administering existing agreements, including budgeting and paying for the City's share of annual operating deficit and debt retirement cost for 4,300 Community Housing units and 865 subsidized seniors' lodge accommodation units; and • Administering the City's social housing land inventory and the City of Edmonton Non-Profit Housing Corporation. •

A report on the City's role in affordable housing was considered by Executive Committee on June 17, 1998. 3.5.10 Promote safe living and working conditions through the enforcement of standards for health and safety in cooperation with the Capital Health Authority. 3.5.11 Develop partnerships with

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other levels of government, private industty and community agencies to address the unique needs of Edmonton's neighbourhoods. Poverty and Homelessness

Where and how could the notion of City responsibility, which needs to include poverty and homelessness, be added? Answer The City responsibility with respect to poverty and homelessness could be addressed in the Services to People section or in the Leadership and Regional Cooperation section depending on what Council views its responsibility to be. Two strategies under the Well-being priority indicate an indirect role for the City:

Work with other levels of government and agencies to contribute to individuals', families' and children's basic needs for shelter, food, clothing and safety. Amend the text of strategy 3.5.9 to:

Work with other levels of 3.5.8 Work with those levels of government and agencies whose primary role government and agencies is to contribute to individuals ', families' and children's basic needs for to provide citizen access shelter, food, clothing and safety. to adequate, safe and affordable housing.

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3.5.9 Work with those levels of government and agencies whose primary role is to provide citizen access to adequate, safe and affordable housing. If Council intends that the City should take a more direct role in addressing the issues of poverty and homelessness the words in Strategies 3.5.8 and 3.5.9 could be changed to read:

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The proposed wording is provided by the Administration in response to the Council question.

Work with other levels of government and agencies to contribute to individuals', families' and children's basic needs for shelter, food, clothing and safety. And

Work with other levels of government and agencies to provide citizen access to adequate, safe and affordable housing. If Council intends that it should play an advocacy role in dealing with the issues of poverty and homelessness, this role could be exercised through Strategy 5.4.4 Seek new fiscal arrangements with the Province that are based on the special roles and funding needs of large urban municipalities.

Priority: Changing Demographics Identify and respond to the

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municipal services needs resulting from the city's changing demographics. Strategy: 3.6.1 Adopt a Corporate approach to collection, analysis and provision of demographic data to support all of the City's planning, programming and development activities. The approach will: • define the data required for program and service planning; • make data available on a timely basis; and • use data to facilitate decision-making and policy development. 3.6.2 Conduct a civic census in the year 2000 and review

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the need for a civic census annually thereafter. 3.6.3 Use demographic information and analysis to plan, develop and deliver programs and services. 3.6.4 Demographic products will be accessible to the public and other agencies.

Priority: Volunteer Services Support the efforts of volunteers serving the citizens of Edmonton. Strategy: 3.7.1 Support and encourage citizens to engage in volunteer activities to

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promote good citizenship. 3.7.2 Define the City's role as a good host for major events and as an active partner in sustaining the effectiveness of the volunteer sector. 3.7.3 Develop a Corporate volunteer training program for City volunteers and staff working with volunteers and coordinate its implementation.

Question "Develop a corporate volunteer training program for city volunteers..." How do you propose to do this? Can you offer some specifics? Answer Volunteers assist the City and its departments in numerous capacities. A volunteer may be the first contact a citizen has with a City department. The Services to People policy committee members who discussed the Volunteer Services priority noted that City of Edmonton volunteers are not treated consistently. Some may get training, some may get paid parking and some may get an official thank you for their participation as a City of Edmonton volunteer. The objective of a corporate volunteer training program would be to ensure

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consistent treatment of City of Edmonton volunteers and relevant training. The first step may be to determine the scope of the City's involvement with volunteers. The next may be to develop principles for a volunteer training program, possibly in partnership with the volunteer sector. Implementation would be the responsibility of the line departments. 3.7.4 Develop and coordinate a volunteer support and recognition program for City of Edmonton volunteers.

Priority: Customer Service Make it easier for businesses and citizens to "do business" with the City. Strategy: 3.8.1 Establish, promote and communicate high customer service standards within the City administration and apply them consistently. Build these standards on:

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• timely, solution-oriented, consistent practices; • "Right to Information" approach; • staff training; and monitoring. 3.8.2 Develop service standards that recognize the diversity of citizens, including those with special needs, and responds to their diversity. Build these standards on: • sensitivity and responsiveness; • recognition of the diverse information and access needs of minorities and the disabled; and • special needs checklist for operations. 3.8.3 Enhance business and citizen access to services and information using

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technology and provide the tools and staff required to deliver enhanced access. 3.8.4 Single point of service delivery approaches will be pursued where they contribute to quality customer service and are a reasonable and affordable option.

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Infrastructure Development and Maintenance focuses on the City's responsibility for infrastructure ranging from roads, waste management systems and water systems to public buildings and park facilities. The City's fiscal objective is to meet the demand for new infrastructure while ensuring that existing infrastructure remains safe and reliable. The City's environmental strategy will maintain the quality of the natural environment for present and future generations. City priorities also address the development and use of advanced communications and information technology.

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Priority: Approach to Infrastructure Develop an accurate picture of the costs associated with various infrastructure development, upgrading, and maintenance options; provide a level of infrastructure that is affordable, safe and sustainable; and employ emerging technologies to reduce costs. Strategy:

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rehabilitation and development programs are adequately funded on an ongoing basis and are as efficient and effective as possible. 4.1.3 Develop, implement and update the Infrastructure Strategy, a comprehensive statement of how the City of Edmonton will address the issues of infrastructure development and maintenance. 4.1.4 Ensure the Infrastructure Strategy is integrated with the City's Long Range Financial Plan. 4.1.5 Meet accepted standards for provision and maintenance of

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infrastructure while minimizing cost. 4.1.6 Implement pro-active maintenance and rehabilitation programs to protect the City's investment in existing infrastructure. 4.1.7 Apply new and emerging practices, technologies and innovations in the delivery of infrastructure and services to achieve cost reductions. 4.1.8 Continue to coordinate Corporate infrastructure improvements through neighbourhood improvement and other programs.

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Priority: Financing Infrastructure Develop and maintain a comprehensive, long range financial plan that realistically links all City infrastructure development, upgrading, and maintenance plans to the resources required for successful implementation,

Question How is Edmonton's future budgetary position addressed in Plan Edmonton. Answer When City Council members participated in the workshops that produced the Plan Edmonton framework and priorities statements, they expressed their wish to have a long-range financial plan to guide budgeting and resource management. Funds from the Plan Edmonton budget were allocated to the preparation of the City's Long Range Financial Plan that is now before City Council. Plan Edmonton was also prepared in parallel with the Infrastructure Strategy which is directed towards controlling the cost of infrastructure development. Plan Edmonton provides a framework for setting priorities and making decisions. The Challenge section of Plan Edmonton states that the Plan takes a "practical and conservative approach." This approach is reflected in the priorities and strategies which emphasis measures to review, manage and control costs.

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Future spending decisions will be made through the City's business plan and budget process within the context of the Long Range Financial Plan. Timing and intensity of the program delivery will depend on funding.

Strategy: 4.2.1 Support the achievement of Council approved plans, programs and projects through prudent financial stewardship. 4.2.2 Maintain a balance between operating expenditures and operating revenues on a continuing basis. 4.2.3 Develop, implement and update the Long Range Financial Plan which addresses: • financial management; • financial reporting; • revenues;

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• expenditures; • capital improvement programs; • debt management capital financing; • financial reserves; and land management. 4.2.4 Incorporate City infrastructure costs as a factor in decisions on the location of new development.

Priority: Movement of People and Goods Ensure that an integrated transportation system facilitates the safe, effective and efficient movement of goods and people throughout the city and beyond.

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First Question Do strategies 4.3.1 to 4.3.9 involve a significant shift from current strategies? Answer These strategies were developed from the Transportation Master Plan's Strategic Directions which were approved by City Council. They are also consistent with Council's "Framework and Priorities" for Plan Edmonton and Council's "Vision for Economic Prosperity."

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The strategies are moving towards greater integration of different aspects of Edmonton's transportation system in the interests of more efficiency for businesses and an improved quality of life for residents. The Transportation Master Plan is the mechanism for implementing these strategies. Specific initiatives within the Transportation Master Plan may differ from current practice. Although specific proposals in the TMP remain the subject of debate, the basic plan directions are expected to remain intact. Second Question Has the term "mobility of people" been looked at rather than "movement of people"? Answer The Plan Edmonton priority, Movement of People and Goods was initially placed in the Plan at a Council workshop. Strategy 3.5.4. Provide opportunities for citizens to meet their basic mobility needs through the provision of a public transit service, is in the Services to People, Well-being priority In the development of the Transportation Master Plan, the term "movement" was interpreted to represent the notions of both "mobility" and

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"accessibility." The term "mobility" would reflect the ability to move rapidly/efficiently from one place to another, while "accessibility" relates more to being within reach of various activities, amenities and services. The term "movement" is intended to encompass both of these terms.

Strategy: First Question 4.3.1 Develop and maintain an integrated system of The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce made the comment that the roadways, public transit, Transportation Master Plan is inconsistent with Plan Edmonton with pedestrian and bicycle respect to downtown Edmonton. Does the Department agree with this facilities and services to statement? support and enhance Edmonton as a growing, Answer vibrant and culturally diverse city in which people The Planning & Development, as well as the Transportation & Streets choose to live, work, learn Departments disagree with this statement. The proposed Plan Edmonton and play. and Transportation Master Plan are consistent with each other on a number of fronts relative to the downtown, including: •

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In reference to Downtown Development, Plan Edmonton states that the Capital City Downtown Plan will be the primary policy document guiding development in the Downtown. It also lists promote a "transit first" policy for trips to and from the Downtown as one of the key components of the Capital City Downtown Plan.

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The following policies are in the proposed Transportation Master Plan: Policy A-7 • Provide transportation infrastructure and services in a manner which continues to support and enhance the Downtown's long-term viability as a pre-eminent centre of significant economic, commercial, educational and cultural activity in Edmonton. Policy B-7 • Develop and maintain a system of high speed transit facilities and services aimed at providing a competitive alternative to the automobile for access to downtown and other high activity areas, during periods of high travel demand.

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With respect to the Chamber's comment that the absence of major roadway development will negatively impact economic development, the evidence does not support this contention. Numerous cities around the world handle growth in travel to their central areas through investment in public transit. These same cities continue to enjoy highly successful and economically vibrant downtowns. Second Question What is the current funding allocation between roadways and transit?

Answer The current expenditure allocation (excluding expenditures on planning and computers) based on the 1998 approved budgets is as follows:

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Capital Budget Expenditures: Roadways: Transit TOTAL CAPITAL

$64.399M $22.186M $86.585M

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Operating Budget Expenditures Roadways Transit TOTAL OPERATING

$51.9610M $104.290M $156.251M

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TOTAL TRANPORTATION EXPENDITURES (Capital plus Operating) Roadways Transit TOTAL EXPENDITURES

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The foregoing reflects the expenditure side of the ledger. The expenditures on transportation are funded through a variety of sources which include, tax levy, transit fare revenues, grants from the provincial government, contributions from developers and advertising revenues. 4.3.2 Provide and maintain a transportation system

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which protects and enhances the Edmonton Capital Region's ability to keep and attract business, investment and tourism in an increasingly competitive and global marketplace. 4.3.3 Make effective and efficient use of the transportation system.

Question Page 33, 2.5.3 "Develop strategies that reduce cost and improve the effectiveness of services which are key to business success today, such as: Transportation convenience and air services." Considering that earlier in the document you propose a transit first policy to the downtown how do you intend to address transportation convenience for the downtown that will cut costs? Answer The strategy quoted in above is under the Cost-effective Municipal Services priority. To that end, the City's strategies in relation to the downtown, are particularly cognizant of cost issues. Both Plan Edmonton and the Transportation Master Plan recognize the need to be cost effective and to maximize the value of infrastructure, either existing or new.

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In Plan Edmonton, the priority Approach to Infrastructure and its strategies speak to the issue of minimizing costs and exploiting efficiencies. Strategy 4.3.3 of Plan Edmonton states: "Make effective and efficient use of the transportation system". The same statement is duplicated in the Transportation Master Plan and expanded upon in relation to the use of advanced traffic management measures to make better use of the infrastructure we already have. With respect to transit service, the Transportation Master Plan recommends that the City explore a lower cost alternative to further LRT expansion. The freeing-up of the 109 Street bus lane for general traffic use is a good example of making use of what we already have. The existing LRT line will continue to be taken advantage of in terms of its high capacity and superior travel time and schedule reliability for downtown access. Another example is 114 Street (south of Whyte Avenue) where transit carries approximately 30% of the people moving through the corridor yet takes up only 2.6% of the roadway capacity. This speaks to the efficiencies that transit service can provide particularly in congested, high demand corridors. As noted in the response to the second question on strategy 1.2.1, the recommendations in the Transportation Master Plan provide significant improvements. Specifically, the recommendations of the Master Plan are able to reduce the degree of congestion within the inner loop by almost 50%

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relative to the current trend scenario. This means reductions in intersection delays, reductions in travel time, reductions in fuel consumption and reductions in emissions for centrally oriented trips. These are all benefits which reduce financial and time costs to individuals, businesses and society at large. The Transportation Master Plan makes a number of recommendations for improved access to Edmonton International Airport. These include the Outer Ring Road, the Inner Ring Loop and improvements to highway connector routes, particularly Calgary Trail. Public transportation to the airport can potentially also benefit from the busway proposals which are being recommended. Specifically, airport shuttle services may be able to take advantage of the busway system to provide rapid, congestion-free access to the airport thereby reducing the time costs associated with the airport's location. All these improvements serve to reduce delays and congestion as well as their associated costs to individuals and businesses. 4.3.4 Mitigate the community impacts of the transportation system

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Answer Community impacts of the transportation system can relate to any transportation system component, roadway or transit. Impacts can include: • noise impacts; • shortcutting impacts; • speeding impacts; • parking impacts; • loss of housing stock; • visual impacts; • access impacts; and • safety impacts. The Transportation Master plan includes a number of references to how such impacts can be handled. The exact solutions will be case specific. Some of the items specifically in the TMP include noise attenuation, traffic calming programs, parking programs, the limited and very selective upgrading of roadways as well as measures to address safety issues. 4.3.5 Support initiatives which encourage the reduction of transportation-induced impacts on Edmonton's natural environment.

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4.3.6 Develop, operate and maintain the transportation system in a safe and serviceable manner. 4.3.7 Monitor and respond to changing conditions by adapting the transportation system as appropriate. 4.3.8 Facilitate air and rail transportation through coordinated planning with service providers. 4.3.9 Implement the transportation strategies through the City's Transportation Master Plan.

Priority: Protection of the Natural Environment

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Develop an integrated environmental protection strategy in partnership with the Province and neighbouring municipalities designed to improve air and river water quality, promote conservation, and ensure effective preservation and management of the City's green spaces.

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Answer Preparation of an Environmental Strategic Plan was one of the priorities identified by City Council in Plan Edmonton's framework and priorities statements. The Environmental Strategic Plan is now being prepared. It will consolidate and clarify Edmonton's environmental preservation and protection initiative and programs. Strategies 4.4.1 - 4.4.10 follow directly from City Council's priorities and many reflect work currently being done by the administration. The Strategic Plan integrates the City's environmental initiatives and includes the preparation of a State of the Environment Report, with environmental indicators measuring performance and allowing future monitoring. The Environmental Strategic Plan is being developed with input from representatives of Alberta Environmental Protection, the Capital Health Region, the University of Alberta and the community through the City of Edmonton's Environmental Advisory Committee.

Strategy: 4.4.1 Develop an environmental strategic plan as a

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framework for sustaining and enhancing the physical environment, recognizing the importance of the environment to Edmonton's quality of life. 4.4.2 Maintain the quality of air, land and water through the adoption and enforcement of regulations and guidelines which reduce pollution and contamination and encourage reclamation. 4.4.3 Pursue opportunities, in cooperation with the Federal and Provincial Governments, to reduce "greenhouse gas" emissions. 4.4.4 Consider environmental

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impact as a factor in the decision-making process for land, transportation and infrastructure development. 4.4.5 Require, through the development approval process, the remediation and management of contaminated sites so that sites are suitable for their intended uses. 4.4.6 Meet Provincial requirements for the conveyance and treatment of waste water and develop future strategies to reduce the impact of Edmonton's discharges on all receiving water, including the North Saskatchewan River 4.4.7 Protect and maintain Cityowned natural areas and

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green spaces. 4.4.8 Apply sound environmental principles and practices and use energy and raw materials efficiently in City operations. 4.4.9 Work with the citizens of Edmonton to achieve community awareness of environmental principles and issues. Sharing of information, participation and cooperation will be fundamental to the decision-making process involving environmental issues. 4.4.10 Enable Edmonton to become a leader among municipalities in maintaining and enhancing the local and global environments.

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Do strategies 4.5.1 to 4.5.7 involve a significant shiftfrom current strategies?

Achieve the objectives of the Answer City of Edmonton's long-term Waste Management These strategies consolidate the Waste Management Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan. various components of this plan have been 'approved by Council. The key component of the Waste Management Strategic Plan is the new Clover Bar Waste Management Centre to be completed in the year 2000. Opening of the new facility will change the waste collection and disposal system. This in itself will constitute a major shift from current practices.

Strategy: 4.5.1 Provide an effective, equitable waste management service at a reasonable, predictable cost. 4.5.2 Manage waste generated within City boundaries.

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4.5.3 Deliver waste management services to minimize waste, maximize recycling and divert waste from the landfill. 4.5.4 Develop a new regional waste management centre. 4.5.5 Control future waste disposal costs through appropriate cost control strategies. 4.5.6 Meet national waste reduction targets.

Under the Waste Collection section, could a strategy be added which states that the City will set local waste reduction targets to be met? Answer The primary objective of the Waste Management Strategic Plan is to maximize the diversion of waste from the landfill. , The Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment guidelines are for a 50% reduction of waste. The provisions of the Waste Management Strategic Plan will enable the City to meet this target.

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With the completion and full operation of the Waste Management Centre, the City may succeed in diverting 70% of residential waste from the landfill.

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Strategies that set this and other specific targets may be more appropriate in the City's Environmental Strategic Plan, which is now in preparation, or embedded in the Waste Management Strategic Plan. The wording could be: Divert up to 70% of residential waste from the landfill through recycling and other waste reduction measures. 4.5.7 Review and update the long-term Waste Management Strategic Plan. Priority: Communications Infrastructure

Use advanced communications technology to deliver City services more effectively and efficiently and enhance our City's status as

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Is it appropriate to use this document as a way to encourage builders to "incorporate advanced communication infrastructure in all new construction" as suggested by InfoCity?

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a "smart City". Answer The City can encourage builders to incorporate advanced communications infrastructure in new construction through its own use of advanced communications and by promoting the development of communications infrastructure. Plan Edmonton contains strategies addressing both of these approaches. The appropriate and effective role for the City to encourage builders to incorporate advanced communication infrastructure in new buildings is to pursue strategy 4.6.4 Promote access to high speed communications services throughout the city. If access is available, or will soon be available, most builders will ensure the connection can be made simply because it is a good business decision to do so. The final decision, however, should be left to the builder. As an example of the role it can play, the City is currently working with TELUS in a pilot project to provide enhanced telecommunications services in three Edmonton neighbourhoods.

Strategy: 4.6.1 Increase access to City

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services and information through communications and information technology 4.6.2 Employ innovations in information and communications technology to enhance Edmonton's ability to inform its citizens and promote its image as a "Smart City". 4.6.3 Pursue opportunities, such as electronic commerce and computer telephony integration, to improve service delivery and reduce costs through the use of information technology. 4.6.4 Promote access to high speed communications services throughout the

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people, business, government and community organizations, again as suggested by InfoCity?

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Answer Telecommunications infrastructure is owned by private companies and regulated by the federal government. The City can assist the development of infrastructure by facilitating access to its rights-of-way. The City can also be an advocate for the development of telecommunications infrastructure.

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Amend strategy statement 4.6.4 to: Promote access to high speed communications services throughout the Edmonton Capital Region. Alternative 2

The Communications Infrastructure priority includes Strategy 4.6.4 Promote access to high speed communications services throughout the city. If Council intends to promote the development of telecommunications infrastructure thoughout the region, the strategy could be changed to read, Promote access to high speed communications services throughout the Edmonton Capital Region.

Amend strategy statement 5.1.2 in the Leadership and Regional Cooperation municipal responsibility area to: •

Alternatively, the development of a regional information infrastructure could be the within the scope of the Leadership and Regional Cooperation priority Intermunicipal Cooperation under Strategy 5.1.2, Plan cooperatively through intermunicipal processes, and with other levels of government and partners to achieve: ...coordination of other major infrastructure.

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The Municipal Government Act (MGA), Section 632(3)(a)(iii), also uses the wording "coordination of other major infrastructure" when referring to the expected coordination, in a municipal development plan, with adjacent municipalities. Infrastructure is not defined in the MGA; it is therefore wide open for municipalities to jointly interpret infrastructure in accordance with need.

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Leadership and Regional Cooperation focuses on municipal decision-making and the City's mandate to represent the interests of its citizens. Particular emphasis will be placed on pursuing solutions to regional issues in cooperation with neighbouring municipalities. Edmonton will promote more effective and coordinated intermunicipal planning within the Edmonton Capital Region. The City will examine opportunities to reduce costs and improve service through regional services delivery mechanisms. More effective relationships with regional authorities and the Provincial and Federal Governments will be developed.

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Priority: intermunicipal Cooperation Facilitate an effective, rational, and coordinated approach to intermunicipal land use and infrastructure planning and development. Strategy: 5.1.1 Aggressively pursue solutions to regional issues through appropriate forums. 5.1.2 Plan cooperatively through intermunicipal planning processes, and with other levels of government and partners, to achieve: • compatibility of land use and future growth

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patterns in border areas; • protection of the environment; • an efficient network of major regional transportation corridors; • coordination of other major infrastructure; and • cooperative management of other areas of common interest. 5.1.3 Adopt a "cooperate to compete" philosophy. The City will cooperate with the region's municipalities to attract economic activity to the region. Within the region, the City will compete for its share of this economic activity by being the "best value" provider of services and

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amenities. 5.1.4 Cooperate with area municipalities, other levels of government and private landowners to manage the regional assets in the Edmonton Capital Region as described in the Intermunicipal Planning section.

Priority: Regional Services Support the development of strong and effective regional services delivery mechanisms. Strategy: 5.2.1 Work cooperatively with the region's municipalities to

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identify, prioritize and implement regional and joint services delivery mechanisms. 5.2.2 Prioritize specific services which can be most effectively delivered on a regional basis, with equitable sharing of costs. 5.2.3 Evaluate all regional services delivery mechanisms initially, and at regular intervals, based on a cost benefit assessment for the City of Edmonton. 5.2.4 Coordinate the provision of major infrastructure and services with our intermunicipal planning partners as described in the Intermunicipal Planning section.

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Priority: Relations with Regional Authorities Maintain constructive and productive relationships with regional services authorities, such as the regional health authority, children's services and school boards. Strategy: 5.3.1 Maintain strong relationships with regional services authorities. Build these relationships on: • common goals, forming the basis for regional cooperation; • Edmonton's participation as a

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cooperative and effective team player; • active participation on regional services authorities' boards; and • development of regional partnerships that optimize benefits for residents.

Priority: Provincial and Federal Government Relations Maintain and enhance productive relationships with Provincial and Federal Government representatives to support the achievement of the City's goals and resolve common problems and issues.

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Strategy: 5.4.1 Build understanding and relationships by effectively representing the interests of citizens, business, and community groups to Provincial and Federal Governments: • seeking equity in growth opportunities and benefits for Edmonton; and 9 pursuing longer-term Provincial commitment to municipal funding. 5.4.2 Cooperate with neighbouring municipalities to seek support and funding from the Provincial and Federal Governments in support of regional priorities.

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5.4.3 Encourage the Federal and Provincial Governments to maintain Edmonton as the centre for government employment and decisionmaking. 5.4.4 Seek new fiscal arrangements with the Province that are based on the special roles and funding needs of large urban municipalities.

Priority: Capital City Promotion Promote Edmonton as the Capital of Alberta. Strategy: 5.5.1 Strengthen Edmonton's role as Alberta's Capital City and Provincial decision centre through

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coordinated efforts.

Priority: Public Participation Develop a public participation model which identifies the areas where public participation in decision-making is to be sought the processes to be used to gather public input, and how this input is to be used to support responsible decision-making.

Question Does the process for the implementation of Plan Edmonton call for the reconvening of the Plan Edmonton Policy Committee to help develop strategic outcomes? Answer

• The process for implementing Plan Edmonton does not provide for reconvening the Plan Edmonton Policy Committees to oversee the implementation of the Plan. The Policy Committee Terms of Reference (April 1997) included a time frame from April 1997 to March 1998. As stated in the Terms of Reference, the milestones for the committees included the statement of "key results" and success measurements by July 1997, through to the submission of the draft plan to Council in April 1998. The "key results" are the basis of the Plan's strategy statements. Although some members of the policy committees may be interested in continuing on as an implementation committee, others would feel that they have delivered on their commitment and the job is done. This does not preclude the possibility of establishing an implementation

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committee, which could include some of the policy committee members. However, Council may prefer to consider alternatives within the context of the Governance Model and the Public Participation Model.

Strategy: 5.6.1 Refine and implement a public participation model based on the following guiding principles: • clearly define roles and responsibilities; • provide appropriate public information and awareness processes; • use effective notification procedures for the situation; • implement informal and formal mechanisms for issues management; • improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the planning process; and • use alternative

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approaches to public participation, depending on the type of decision being addressed in the community. 5.6.2 The public participation process will: • meet all statutory requirements for public participation; • provide information in public decision-making; • involve citizens in the public consultation process; • facilitate feedback and evaluation mechanisms; • improve public understanding of key policies; • effectively deal with regional issues; and

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â&#x20AC;˘ recognize Council advisory committees and existing networks of community stakeholders as vital components of the City's policy development processes.

Priority: City Governance Model Develop and utilize a governance model that defines clearly the roles of Council, administration and advisoty boards; ensures effective delegation of responsibility, authority and accountability; and, supports cooperation and teamwork.

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Strategy: 5.7.1 City Council will define its roles and responsibilities in providing public services and leadership by adopting and implementing a governance model. 5.7.2 Implement a communication strategy that will foster a better understanding of civic functions, responsibilities and priorities. 5.7.3 Develop a pro-active approach to the identification of issues and opportunities and their effective management.

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Intermunicipal Planning addresses components of the City's five municipal responsibility areas at an intermunicipal and regional level. The Municipal Government Act requires that the City's municipal development plan provides a framework for internnunicipal land use, transportation systems and infrastructure planning and development. The City will promote effective and cooperative planning, decision-making and service delivery.

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The established linkages among the municipalities in the Edmonton Capital Region mean that Edmonton's destiny is interwoven with that of our neighbours. Effective intermunicipal processes are critical to achieve success in this multi-jurisdictional environment. Cooperation, collaboration and effective communication

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are necessary to define and achieve common goals. Productive intermunicipal relationships are based on good faith, open discussion and respect for each other's interests. A constructive attitude will promote open communication. Issues of concern can be detected early and resolved before they escalate into conflict.

The City of Edmonton is committed to strengthening our relationships with our intermunicipal planning partners in the Edmonton Capital Region. We invite them to share this commitment.

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Strategy: 6.1.1 Build and maintain open and effective channels of communication with our intermunicipal planning partners at political and administrative levels. 6.1.2 Nurture cooperative and collaborative relationships for resolving issues that acknowledge the shared destiny of our neighbours.

6.1.3 Participate with municipalities, authorities and agencies in forums to address important issues in the Edmonton Capital Region. 6.1.4 Create plans and processes that provide

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greater certainty for land use decisions where impacts cross municipal boundaries.

Priority: Edmonton's Intermunicipal Planning Partners Expand our intermunicipal planning activities to include the different types of partners in the Edmonton Capital Region and address the full range of intermunicipal issues.

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adjacent municipalities: the Cities of: St. Albert and Fort Saskatchewan and the Counties of Leduc, Parkland, Strathcona and Sturgeon. non-adjacent neighbours: the Cities of Leduc and Spruce Grove; the Towns of Beaumont, Bon Accord, Calmar, Devon, Gibbons, Legal, Morinville, Redwater and Stony Plain; and, the Village of New Sarepta; Non-municipal neighbours:

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"That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4."

Yes. The Administration has asked that City Council approve a motion to correct Map 3. Comment

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At the regular meeting of City Council on July 7, 1998 a motion was put to Council as follows: "That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4." Attachment 4 contains the following amendment. Amend Map 3: • Replace Map 3: Edmonton Capital Region with a map showing the Edmonton Census Metropolitan Area to correspond with the definition in the Glossary of Terms. • Correct the highway labels (i.e., for Highways 16, 16X, 16A, 2). •

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the traditional fringe (a ribbon of land along both sides of a shared border); • compact blocks of land near borders that may be subject to land use change; • regional corridors, including transportation, environmental and recreational corridors that may extend some distance from the City's boundary; and • regional assets, such as the Edmonton International Airport, environmentally significant areas and

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It is my understanding that the Municipal Government Board did not completely support Edmonton's transportation corridors that extended beyond the City's border. If my understanding is correct, how do you reconcile the Municipal Government Board's statement with 6.2.2. of Bylaw 11777? Answer The Board did not completely support Edmonton's concept of transportation corridors that extend well beyond the City's border. However, the Board did say that "key portions of the highway corridors leading into the appellant municipalities are within the [intermunicipal] fringe and will be dealt with through the amendments directed in relation to the fringe." Joint interests in extended corridors must be negotiated with neighbours and will not be ordered by the Board. Strategy 6.2.2 identifies that Edmonton's intermunicipal planning interests may extend beyond its border areas. Examples of "regional corridors" include the North Saskatchewan River Valley and Highway Corridors. Edmonton will continue to work with our adjacent neighbours through appropriate forums to promote its interests in these corridor areas.

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compatible land use and future growth patterns in our border areas;

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protection of the environment; • an efficient regional transportation system; • coordination of other major infrastructure; and • cooperative management of other issues of common interest. 6.3.2 Use alternative approaches as appropriate to achieve these objectives, including: • discussions between municipal administrations; • joint Committees of Councils; • joint planning projects; • multi-lateral planning processes; • forums for intermunicipal issues;

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and • participation in other organizations. 6.3.3 Generate products that may include: • joint planning strategies or other cooperative strategies; • jointly prepared statutory plans; • Intermunicipal Planning Accords adopted by Council resolution; • statutory Intermunicipal Planning Schedules to Plan Edmonton; and • statutory Intermunicipal Development Plans.

Priority: Land Use and Future Growth Patterns Work with our intermunicipal

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planning partners to ensure the compatibility of land use and future growth patterns in border areas. Strategy: First Question 6.4.1 Develop Accords or Schedules with adjacent municipalities, if necessary, to provide intermunicipal land use planning details. Existing statutory plans in border areas are shown on Maps 4A, 4B, 4C and 4D. Edmonton's generalized future land uses are shown on Map 1.

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The Municipal Government Board Order of April 3, 1998, directed Sturgeon County to adopt an inter-municipal fringe district along its border with Edmonton. What is the width of the fringe? Answer The MGB Order 77/98 directs Sturgeon County to adopt an intermunicipal fringe along its border with Edmonton. The Order described the fringe as that "illustrated on the Future Land Use Map ..." in Sturgeon's MDP adopted in February 1997. Although the MDP text and the Map legend refer to a 2 mile intermunicipal fringe, the Map (i.e., the graphic illustration of the policy intent) shows a 2 mile fringe in some areas and a 11/2 mile fringe in others. This discrepancy was understood to be a simple cartographic error. The mapping error was identified and confirmed with Sturgeon County staff early in our intermunicipal planning negotiations (March 1997). It was therefore not considered to be an issue at the time of the Board hearing.

Amend proposed Bylaw 11777 by approving the following motion put before City Council at the July 7, 1998 meeting: "That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4."

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Sturgeon County has now taken the position that the Board intended to order a 1V2 mile fringe. Plan Edmonton Maps 4A to 4D show a 2 mile intermunicipal fringe as a position from which to continue discussions. That is the reason for the comment at the Public Hearing that Plan Edmonton does not comply with the Board Order. Second Question The representative of Sturgeon County made the comment that Plan Edmonton does not comply with the Municipal Government Board Order dated April 3, 1998. Does the Department agree with this comment? Please explain.

Answer Please see the answer to the previous question. Comment At the regular meeting of City Council on July 7, 1998 a motion was put to Council as follows: "That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4."

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Attachment 4 contains the following amendments.

Amend strategy statement 6.4.1 to: "Develop Intermunicipal Planning Accords or Schedules with municipal neighbours, if necessary, to provide the details of intermunicipal planning agreements." Delete the two subsidiary sentences regarding Maps 1, 4A, 4B, 4C and 4D. Amend proposed Bylaw No. 11777 as follows: Relocate the detailed Maps 4A, 4B, 4C and 4D to Schedule A. The Administration supports the amendments.

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6.4.2 Negotiate intermunicipal planning areas with adjacent municipalities to define areas of existing or potential development where impacts may cross municipal boundaries. Intermunicipal planning areas (under negotiation) are shown on Map 4.

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detailed maps. Question

How can the Plan respond to the Sturgeon County's concerns? Answer

A final round of intermunicipal planning negotiations has been conducted with Sturgeon County to endeavor to resolve their concerns regarding: • •

the extent of the intermunicipal fringe in both jurisdictions; Schedule A (i.e., the "rules" for referrals of planning and development information); and

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Add the footnote below to Maps 4, 4A, 4B, 4C, and 4D: "The City of Edmonton recognizes that its jurisdiction ends at its corporate border. The intermunicipal planning areas outside the border are shown solely for illustrative purposes." Amend strategy statement 6.4.2 to read: Negotiate intermunicipal planning areas with adjacent municipalities to define areas of existing or potential development where impacts may cross municipal boundaries. Generalized intermunicipal planning areas are shown on Map 4: Intermunicipal

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Planning in Border Areas. The details of the intermunicipal planning areas are shown on the maps included in Schedule A." The Administration supports this amendment.

6.4.3 Participate actively in biQuestion and multi-lateral planning projects with our Does the direction of the Municipal Government Board relating to an interintermunicipal planning municipal fringe include the Sturgeon Valley? partners where appropriate. Answer

The MOB Order directs that the intermunicipal fringe shall exist in the Sturgeon Valley Study Area. The Order also directs Sturgeon County to prepare an Area Structure Plan (ASP) for Sturgeon Valley and to include representatives from the Cities of Edmonton and St. Albert on the steering committee for that ASP. The Order notes that the system of planning and development referrals associated with the fringe may be eliminated after the adoption of the ASP if no longer considered necessary.

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6.4.4 Promote the use of formal plan processes to manage high impact developments and incremental land use change in border areas. Comments 6.4.5 Use, and encourage our neighbours to use, Area Structure Plan processes At the regular meeting of City Council on July 7, 1998 a motion was put to that: Council as follows: • provide ample opportunity for "That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal involvement by all affected municipalities; Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4." and • address such matters Attachment 4 contains the following amendment: as: - the type, amount, location, density and Amendment strategy 6.4.5 to: phasing of future "Use, and encourage our neighbours to use, Area Structure Plan land uses; processes that: — the cumulative effects of development across • provide ample opportunity for involvement by all affected

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space and over time; economical long term development patterns; utility servicing; transportation issues and impacts; environmental implications; impacts on other nearby municipalities; and plan implementation.

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municipalities; and • address such matters as: * the type, amount, location, density and phasing of future land uses; * the cumulative effects of development across space and over time; * economical long term development patterns; * utility servicing; * transportation issues and impacts (including cross border impacts related to the movement of goods, services and people across municipal boundaries); * environmental implications; * impacts on other nearby municipalities; and * plan implementation." An amendment of this nature was proposed by Leduc County. The Administration supports the amendment.

Priority: Regional Assets Participate effectively in

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decision-making that affects key regional assets which are essential to the wellbeing of Edmonton and our intermunicipal planning partners. Strategy: Regional Environmental Assets 6.5.1 Promote the active participation of our intermunicipal planning partners in developing, implementing and monitoring an integrated environmental protection strategy based on a cumulative effects approach.

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6.5.2 Participate in the development of management principles and guidelines for Big Lake as part of the Province's Special Places 2000 program.

North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System 6.5.3 Cooperate with municipalities in the Edmonton Capital Region, other levels of government and private landowners to protect the North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System for the beneficial use of regional residents.

At the regular meeting of City Council on July 7, 1998 a motion was put to Council as follows: "That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4." Attachment 4 contains the following amendment:

Amend strategy statement 6.5.3 to:

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"That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4."

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"Cooperate with municipalities in the Edmonton Capital Region, other levels of government and private landowners to protect the North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System for the beneficial use of regional residents, recognizing the range of values, capabilities and constraints that exist in different locations along the River Valley and Ravine System." An amendment of this nature was proposed by Leduc County. The Administration supports the amendment

6.5.4 Participate actively in organizations that work to protect, preserve and enhance the North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System for its recreational, aesthetic and natural resource value.

Edmonton International Airport 6.5.5 Support improvements at the Edmonton International

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Airport that enhance the competitiveness and quality of air transportation service available to business and recreational travellers in the Edmonton Capital Region. 6.5.6 Encourage a coordinated intermunicipal planning approach to address issues affecting the Edmonton International Airport, including noise management, land use development and efficient and affordable access.

Major Regional Transportation Corridors 6.5.7 Work with neighbouring municipalities and Alberta Transportation and Utilities to maintain a functional

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At the regular meeting of City Council on July 7, 1998 a motion was put to Council as follows:

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highway network in the Edmonton Capital Region, including the Outer Ring Road, its penetrators and major connectors.

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"That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4." Attachment 4 contains the following amendment: Amend strategy statement 6.5.7 to: "Work with neighbouring municipalities and Alberta Transportation and Utilities to improve transportation management and maintain a functional highway network in the Edmonton Capital Region, including the Outer Ring Road, its penetrators and major connectors."

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before City Council at the July 7, 1998 meeting: "That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4."

An amendment of this nature was proposed by the City of St. Albert. The Administration supports the amendment

6.5.8 Consult with neighbouring municipalities, Alberta Transportation and Utilities and the private sector to: • promote sound land development standards along major entrances to the Edmonton Capital

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Question Page 85, 6.5.8, bullet 3 Could you explain in more detail what is meant by using statutory plans to manage high impact developments and incremental land use change in the highway corridor areas? Answer

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Region and Edmonton; The Highway Corridor Areas concept is intended to promote the development of a functional and attractive regional highway network both in • develop effective, terms of transportation engineering and land development in proximity to efficient and visually major roadways. appealing major approaches to the Outside cities, applications to subdivide land within 0.8 km. of a highway Edmonton Capital Region and Edmonton; with a posted speed equal to or greater than 80 km./hr. may not be approved unless certain conditions are met. Two of those conditions are if the land is • promote the use of located within an area that is: statutory plans to — under an approved highway vicinity management agreement between manage high impact the municipality and Alberta Transportation and Utilities; or developments and — within an ASP satisfactory to the Minister of Alberta Transportation and incremental land use Utilities (ATU) change in the Highway Corridor Areas; and However, ATU has advised Edmonton that it limits its role to a review of • jointly review statutory the traffic engineering impacts of subdivisions. plan proposals or amendments, Land Use Bylaw amendments and The City of Edmonton's jurisdiction is clearly limited to land within its own boundaries. The land use impacts of subdivisions and development major development proposals are the responsibility of the host municipality (e.g., type, intensity proposals in the and location of development, visual impact, buffering, screening, Highway Corridor landscaping, etc.). Nevertheless, the efficiency and appearance of the Areas. highway network both within and beyond our borders is important to continued economic growth and development in Edmonton and the Edmonton Capital Region.

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with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4."

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Under Strategy 6.5.8, Edmonton will encourage the use of statutory plans (i.e., ASPs that address the range of topic areas in Strategy 6.4.5) to manage significant development (and incremental developments which culminate in significant development) in highway corridor areas. Unless such steps are taken, land use decisions along highways may be made incrementally and may compromise long term regional highway development. The major highway network in the Edmonton Capital Region serves both regional and provincial functions that must be preserved both within and beyond Edmonton's borders. It is important to note that Edmonton may promote and encourage but cannot control. The Highway 2 South Corridor is an example of the progress that can be achieved through intermunicipal cooperation (in that case, in conjunction with the City of Leduc, Leduc County and the Edmonton Regional Airports Authority). Comments At the regular meeting of City Council on July 7, 1998 a motion was put to Council as follows: "That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4."

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Attachment 4 contains the following amendment: Amend strategy statement 6.5.8 to: Consult with neighbouring municipalities, Alberta Transportation and Utilities and the private sector to promote: • sound land development standards along major entrances to the Edmonton Capital Region and Edmonton; • the development of effective, efficient, and visually appealing major entrances to the Edmonton Capital Region and Edmonton; • the use of statutory plans to manage high impact developments and incremental land use change in the Highway Corridor Areas; and • the joint review of statutory plan proposals or amendments, Land Use Bylaw amendments and major development proposals in the Highway Corridor Areas." An amendment of this nature was proposed by The City of St. Albert. The Administration supports the amendment

Leduc County suggests including amendments to address a concern regarding intermunicipal roadways:

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Recognize the importance of roadways to move goods, services and people across municipal boundaries. Recognize the impacts of land development on roadway linkages that cross municipal boundaries. The County's written opinion is that "The City's Transportation Plan is not part of the MDP and does not include transportation systems in relation to adjacent municipalities." The MGA requires that an MDP "address the provision of the required transportation systems either generally or specifically within the municipality and in relation to adjacent municipalities." The County's written request is that Plan Edmonton "include statements on transportation systems linking our two municipalities." The Planning and Development Department does not support inclusion of this proposed strategy in the Regional Assets section as suggested. Plan Edmonton Strategy 6.3.1 directs Edmonton to "Continue to work cooperatively with our intermunicipal planning partners to achieve an efficient regional transportation system." Plan Edmonton includes the Transportation Master Plan's strategic goals and the TMP provides Policy A-8 that directly addresses transportation system connections with neighbouring jurisdictions. The Planning and Development Department believes that Plan Edmonton Strategy 6.4.5 (as amended above) also serves to address Leduc County's concern. In addition, Strategy 6.4.1 offers an Intermunicipal Planning Accord or Schedule as alternative mechanisms to

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address intermunicipal planning details if concerns remain when the Leduc County MDP is available for review

Priority: Infrastructure Coordinate the provision of major infrastructure and services with our intermunicipal planning partners.

Strategy: 6.6.1 Continue to support the operations of the Capital Region Sewage Commission and the various water services commissions in the region. 6.6.2 Cooperate with our intermunicipal planning partners to provide

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essential infrastructure in the Edmonton Capital Region. 6.6.3 Identify new opportunities for providing shared services with other municipalities in the Edmonton Capital Region.

6.6.4 Promote approaches to infrastructure development that are cost effective and environmentally sustainable. 6.6.5 Coordinate servicing plans for new development in border areas with adjacent neighbours where joint servicing is contemplated. Include consultation with utility providers.

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Priority: Administration of Intermunicipal Planning Policies Establish effective procedures with our intermunicipal planning partners to implement and monitor intermunicipal planning policies. Strategy: 6.7.1 Use a variety of approaches to define and achieve common objectives and effectively coordinate joint planning projects with our intermunicipal planning partners.

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6.7.2 Establish reciprocal procedures with our adjacent municipalities for intermunicipal planning referrals and notification. 6.7.3 Negotiate the geographic extent of intermunicipal referral areas and the type of planning and development information to be exchanged. 6.7.4 Discuss issues that arise from intermunicipal planning referrals and notification before providing a formal response. 6.7.5 Review procedures periodically to monitor their operation and assess their effectiveness.

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6.7.6 Develop appropriate procedures to amend intermunicipal planning policies as necessary. The detailed procedures for planning and development information exchange are provided in Schedule A: Intermunicipal Planning Referrals and Notification.

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Comments

Amend proposed Bylaw 11777 by approving the following motion put before City Council at the July 7, 1998 meeting:

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"That Bylaw No. 11777 be amended in accordance with the Intermunicipal Planning Amendment Package as outlined in Attachment 4."

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Replace Maps 4A to 4D with updated versions that incorporate the results of the final round of intermunicipal planning negotiations with our six adjacent neighbours.

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Allow the width of the intermunicipal fringe to vary from 1.6 to 3.2 km. depending on the characteristics of the intermunicipal interface with each neighbour.

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Show the width of the intermunicipal fringe for each adjacent neighbour on Maps 4A to 4D using distance bars.

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• Add footnotes where necessary to Maps 4A, 4B, 4C and 4D to identify areas where the intermunicipal fringes for two adjacent neighbours overlap. • Add a footnote to Maps 4C and 4D to explain that the intermunicipal fringe does not cross the North Saskatchewan River for Parkland and Leduc County referrals. • Note that the intermunicipal fringe does not include statutory plan areas. • Show only statutory area plans within 1.6 km of the border. • Distinguish between the Edmonton Transportation and Utilities Corridor (TUC) Restricted Development Area (RDA) and the Sherwood Park West TUC RDA in Strathcona County on Map 4B. They are created by two separate Provincial regulations. • Truncate the Highway Corridor Areas to extend from the Transportation and Utility Corridor to the outer edge of the intermunicipal fringe in neighbouring jurisdictions. Use arrowheads to indicate that, as the concept develops, the extent of the corridors will be determined through consultation with our adjacent municipal neighbours and Alberta Transportation and Utilities.

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Add the footnote below to Maps 4A to 4D:

"The City of Edmonton recognizes that its jurisdiction ends at its corporate border. The intermunicipal planning areas outside the border are shown solely for illustrative purposes."

Priority: Issues Resolution and Consensus Building Implement measures with our intermunicipal planning partners to prevent issues from escalating into disputes. Establish effective processes to resolve active disputes. Both are important. Strategy: 6.8.1 Collaborate with our intermunicipal planning partners on an on-going basis on issues of common

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interest. 6.8.2 Strive for quick resolution of issues on an informal basis through interestbased discussion, direct negotiation or mediated negotiation.

6.8.3 Build negotiation processes characterized by: • information sharing ; • the meaningful representation of all legitimate interests; • acknowledgement of each other's interests; and • creating agreements that represent a mutual gain for all parties.

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6.8.4 Develop detailed procedures for issues resolution and consensus building in consultation with our adjacent municipal neighbours.

6.8.5 Regard the formal filing of an appeal to the Municipal Government Board or the referral of a disagreement to the Minister of Municipal Affairs as: • a last resort, where other means have been attempted without success, or • a means of protecting options where negotiation processes are constrained by legislated time frames for initiating formal dispute resolution processes.

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The Council of the City of Edmonton oversees the implementation of the mandate of a municipal government under the authority of Alberta's Municipal Government Act. Council's responsibilities include the adoption of a municipal development plan. City departments and agencies will act, under the direction of City Council, to implement the Plan. Policies and programs will be aligned with Plan Edmonton. Other plans prepared by the City will be consistent and complementary. The Plan's priorities and strategies will be reflected in Corporate and departmental business plans and City budgets. The Plan will be monitored to ensure its implementation. Amendments will be made, when necessary, to adapt to changing conditions

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Plan Edmonton is Edmonton's Municipal Development Plan. It fulfils a requirement of Alberta's Municipal Government Act, that the City of Edmonton adopt a new Municipal Development Plan on or before September 1, 1998. Plan Edmonton supersedes Bylaw 9076, adopted as the City's General Municipal Plan in 1990.

Plan Edmonton meets the basic requirements of Section 632 of the Municipal Government Act by addressing: • • • •

future growth and development of the municipality; coordination of land use, transportation systems and other infrastructure with adjacent municipalities; provision of municipal services and facilities; and mandatory policies on municipal reserves and sour gas.

Pfau Edmonton also addresses: • the financing and programming of municipal infrastructure; • environmental matters; • financial resources; • economic development; • the coordination of municipal programs; and • other programs related to the city's physical, social and economic development.

Plan Edmonton will be implemented over a ten year planning horizon.

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City Council exercises its authority within the mandate of municipal governments prescribed by the Municipal Government Act. City Council has the responsibility of approving Tran Edmonton and future amendments to the Plan. City Council has the authority to approve the subsidiary plans, policies, programs and activities that will implement Tian Edmonton and to approve the budgets associated with these implementation activities. The City Administration operates under the direction of City Council and has responsibility for preparing the subsidiary plans and policies and undertaking the programs and activities that support implementation of Plan Edmonton. Edmonton Police Service provides police services under the direction of the Edmonton Police Commission and is funded by the City of Edmonton. Edmonton Public Library provides library services under the direction of the Edmonton Public Library Board and is partially funded by the City of Edmonton. Economic Development Edmonton is Edmonton's economic development agency operating under the direction of the Economic Development Edmonton Board. EPCOR operates under the direction of an independent board of directors. EPCOR provides electrical power and water to customers in Edmonton and other areas. The City of Edmonton is the sole shareholder. EPCOR is funded by sales revenues.

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Plan Edmonton will be implemented through corporate and departmental business plans aligned to Plan Edmonton's priorities. The business plans will: •

identify immediate and long term actions required to implement Plan Edmonton;

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identify departmental and agency responsibilities in terms of primary and supporting roles for

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• ensure an implementation plan for Plan Edmonton, including a schedule, benchmarks and measurements of success; and . be implemented through the City's budgeting process.

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Trot Edmonton's strategies will be implemented through subsidiary plans, policies, programs and activities over the next ten years. These include:

Existing Plans: • • • • • • • • •

Waste Management Strategic Plan; Land Use Bylaw; Capital City Downtown Plan; Joint Use Agreement; existing Area Structure Plans / Area Redevelopment Plans; transportation systems plans; Horizon 2000 transit plan; Community Investment Grants Policy; and Drainage Master Plan (1991).

Plans in preparation at the time of Pfan Edmonton's approval: • • • • •

Transportation Master Plan; Infrastructure Strategy; Long Range Financial Plan; Environmental Strategic Plan; and The Edmonton Social Plan.

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Plans proposed over the implementation period of Mtn Edmonton: • • • • • • • • • •

economic development strategy update; regional economic development strategy; regional emergency services and disaster response plans; facility and lands long range plan; public participation model; information technology plan; open space plan; social programs and services plan; new Area Structure Plans / new Area Redevelopment Plans; and servicing concept design briefs.

Other activities will be developed to implement Plan Edmonton's priorities over its ten year planning horizon.

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Budget Tian Edmonton's strategies and supporting subsidiary plans, policies, programs and activities will act as the basis for department and agency business plans and annual budget submissions. The business planning process will lead to a City Business Plan which will incorporate the departmental and agency business plans that support Plan Edmonton's strategies.

Monitoring

Plan Edmonton will be monitored through an annual report to Council on the progress of implementing Plan Edmonton. The report will: • • • • •

identify implementation activities that have been completed; identify implementation activities in progress; indicate the projected start date of implementation activities scheduled but not undertaken; report on the overall progress of implementation; and use base line measures to monitor the extent to which: * the priorities and strategies of Plan Edmonton remain realistic; and * modification of the strategies is required to achieve Plan Edmonton's priorities

When monitoring identifies that targets are not being met, the monitoring report will recommend corrective action. The report will also comment on new issues and related objectives and actions which may emerge over the year.

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P&n Edmonton will have regard for:

• the impact of the proposed change on the achievement of the priorities and strategies in Mtn Edmonton; and, • the need for the proposed change.

Pfau Edmonton provides a framework to guide development in the City of Edmonton over a ten year planning horizon. City Council will evaluate the need to review and update the Plan when that horizon is reached.

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Amenities

All public facilities, cultural activities, programs and environmental features that serve to enhance the physical setting of a community.

Area Redevelopment Plan

A statutory plan that is primarily applied to mature areas and may designate an area for the purpose of preservation or improvement of land and buildings; rehabilitation of buildings; removal of buildings and/or their construction and replacement; or, the relocation and rehabilitation of utilities and services.

Area Structure Plan

A statutory plan that identifies where residential, commercial, institutional and recreational sites will be located and how essential municipal services such as water and sewer systems, roads and fire protection will be provided. These plans also describe the number of people that are expected to live in the new area and how development will be staged over time.

Business and Employment Area

An area where commercial, industrial and business activities take place and where the primary land use is commercial and/or industrial.

Business Revitalization Zone

A self-help mechanism by which a group of business people, in a specific area, administer funds, collected through a special business tax, to improve the area and jointly promote their businesses. Business Revitalization Zones are established by municipal bylaws under the authority of the Municipal Government Act.

Computer Telephony Integration

The use of computerized telephone call answering systems that direct telephone calls based on information provided by the caller. This is done for call centres.

Density

The number of dwelling units or the square meters of floor space in commercial and industrial buildings per acre or hectare.

Economic Activity Centre

A concentrated area where locational advantages or existing and planned facilities provide special opportunities for economic development.

Edmonton Capital Region

The Edmonton Census Metropolitan Area, as defined by Statistics Canada based on the high degree of economic and social

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interaction and integration. Environmentally Sensitive Area

An undisturbed or relatively undisturbed site which, because of its natural features, has value to society and ecosystems worth protecting, but is susceptible to further disturbance.

Downtown

The area shown on Map 1 that is within the boundaries of the Capital City Downtown Plan.

Gross Developable Area

The total area of a parcel of land less the land required to be provided as environmental reserve and the land made subject to an environmental reserve easement.

Heavy Industry

A manufacturing or processing activity: a) which may consume larger amounts of land, energy, water, or other natural resources in its operation, or which requires access to transportation facilities capable of handling bulk materials or commodities; or b) which may have a detrimental effect on the environment through the following: high volumes of heavy vehicle movement; pollution of air, soil or water; nuisance as a result of noise, smoke, odour, dust, fumes, glare or humidity; or hazard arising from fire, explosion, radiation or contamination.

High Impact Development

Any land use which, because of its type, scale, location or intensity, may generate negative off-site, cross-border impacts including, but not limited to, traffic, emissions, noise, odours, nuisance, visual obstruction or intrusion, servicing demands, hazards to persons or property or other environmental impacts.

Highway Corridor Areas

The land on both sides of major regional highways near Edmonton. These areas extend 400 m on both sides of the rightof-way in rural areas and 200 m on both sides in urbanized areas. The width of the corridor areas may be reduced or increased, depending on the issues.

Infill Development

Development in the mature areas of the city occurring on vacant or under-utilized lands, behind or between existing development and which is compatible with the characteristics of surrounding development.

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Infrastructure

The services and facilities in which Edmonton has capital investment and maintenance responsibilities, including roadways, sidewalks, bridges, street lights and traffic signals, transit buses, light rail transit facilities, solid waste management systems, potable water distribution system, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, sports fields, playgrounds, arenas, pools, police and emergency response stations, vehicles and equipment, civic buildings, parks, boulevard trees and computer and telecommunications equipment.

Intermunicipal Development Plan

A statutory plan jointly prepared by neighbouring municipalities to establish strategic policies and identify issues of mutual interest that overlap municipal boundaries.

Intermunicipal Fringe

The intermunicipal fringe is a strip of land extending 3.2 km or less inward from the City of Edmonton's border. It does not extend beyond the outside boundary of the Transportation and Utility Corridor in the City of Edmonton, across the North Saskatchewan River, into areas with adopted statutory area plans nor into areas currently developed at urban densities.

Land Use Bylaw

The bylaw that divides the city into land use zones and establishes procedures for processing and deciding upon development applications. It sets out rules which affect how each parcel of land in the city may be used and developed. It also includes a zoning map.

Life-Cycle Cost

The initial, operating, maintenance and rehabilitation costs associated with any item of the City of Edmonton's infrastructure.

Major Proposals Within a Highway Corridor Area

Any land use proposal within a Highway Corridor Area that because of its development characteristics, could have a negative impact on the functioning of the highway or the land development pattern and visual appeal of the area.

Mature Areas

The area shown on Map 1 which was developed prior to 1970 and is primarily residential.

Natural Area

Remnant or self-sustaining areas with native vegetation, water or natural features.

Natural Site

Environmentally sensitive areas and significant natural areas identified in the Inventory of Environmentally Sensitive and Significant Natural Areas, City of Edmonton, 1993.

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Neighbourhood North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System

A residential area, designed as a separate unit, having an appropriate mix of housing and dwelling types with conveniencetype commercial facilities, and, where appropriate, schools or park facilities. The North Saskatchewan River Valley, its banks and the banks of its tributary system within the City of Edmonton.

Open Space

All land and water areas, either publicly owned or offering public access.

Re-investment

Maintenance and retrofitting of infrastructure.

Servicing Concept Design Briefs

A non-statutory plan adopted by Council resolution, which provides a generalized framework for municipal infrastructure and servicing, planning and development guidelines and basic environmental requirements to facilitate the staged submission of neighbourhood plans.

Smart City

A city with a highly skilled, knowledge-based work force and an excellent education system. It's a centre for research and development, with clusters of high technology companies, a superior cultural community and outstanding recreational amenities. The Edmonton: A Smart City Initiative is a partnership among business, education, government and cultural sectors which works to enhance the positive inter-relationship between the four essential activities of urban life: working, learning, playing and living.

Statutory Plan

A plan adopted by municipal bylaw under the authority of Provincial legislation. Examples are: an intermunicipal development plan, a municipal development plan, an area structure plan and an area redevelopment plan.

Suburban Areas

The area shown on Map 1 which includes all neighbourhoods developed since 1970, lands approved for development and lands suitable for future residential development.

Table Lands

Those suburban and agricultural lands, outside of the North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System, which were annexed to the City of Edmonton in 1982.

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Proposed Additions and Amendments to the Glossary of Terms Add definitions for:

• Intermunicipal Planning Accord: A non-statutory document containing the details of an intermunicipal planning agreement with a municipal neighbour. It is adopted by resolution by the Councils participating in the agreement. •

Intermunicipal Planning Schedule: A statutory document containing the details of an intermunicipal planning agreement with a municipal neighbour(s). It is adopted as part of the Municipal Development Plan bylaw(s) by the Council(s) participating in the agreement.

• Secondary land uses in the TUC: Land uses that may be permitted by the Province within the Edmonton and Sherwood Park West Transportation and Utility Corridor (TUC) Restricted Development Areas. Secondary uses include, but are not limited to, agriculture, utilities, parking, outdoor storage, parks and recreation and limited commercial activity. Secondary land uses should not conflict with primary uses and should be easy to relocate when the development of primary uses is imminent. Primary land uses are the linear transportation and utility facilities that the TUCs are planned to accommodate, including ring and access roads. Amend the definition for:

• Highway Corridor Areas: The land on both sides of major regional highways in and near Edmonton. The width and extent of these areas may vary depending on the issues and will be determined through consultation with our adjacent municipal neighbours and Alberta Transportation and Utilities. (Note: Specific details regarding the proposed width of the Highway Corridor Areas has been deleted from the definition pending further discussions with adjacent municipal neighbours.)

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1. For Schedule A of Proposed Bylaw No. 11777- Refer to the Draft Bylaw 11777 2. For Maps 4A, 48, 4C, 4D of Proposed Bylaw No. 11777- Refer to the Draft Bylaw 11777 3. For the proposal to amend Schedule A of Proposed Bylaw No. 11777- Refer to the July, 7, 1998 Council Report 4. For the proposal to amended Maps 4A, 48, 4C, 4D of Proposed Bylaw No. 11777- Refer to the July 7, 1998 Council Report

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