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Builders and developers, who should be encouraged to undertake improvements and new construction that conform to the Plan and enhance the overall quality and character of the community.
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The Oakwood community. All residents and neighborhood groups should be encouraged to participate in the on-going planning process, and all should be given the opportunity to voice their opinions on improvement and development decisions within the community.

Capital Improvements Program

The City of Oakwood should continue with its annual Capital Improvements Program. The Capital Improvements Program lists public projects to be undertaken over the next five-year period and estimates the budget for each project. Funding for the program is derived from City funds as well as state and federal funds. The Capital Improvements Program anticipates, identifies and prioritizes projects so that they can be incorporated into the City’s operating budget.

The Capital Improvement Program is reviewed and adjusted on a yearly basis. It is recommended that this program be continued and expanded as funding and city resources will allow.

Prepare an Implementation Action Agenda

The City should prepare an implementation “action agenda” which highlights the improvement and development projects and activities to be undertaken during the next few years. The “action agenda” should consist of:

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A detailed description of the projects to be undertaken.
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The priority of each project.
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An indication of the public and private sector responsibilities for initiating and participating in each project.
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A suggestion of the funding sources and assistance programs that might potentially be available for implementing each project.

In order to remain current, the “action agenda” should be updated once a year. The City should consider retaining the Comprehensive Plan Committee to assist with developing the “action agenda” and to review progress made each year in addressing the goals and objectives outlined in the Plan.

Explore Funding Sources and Implementation Techniques

While many of the projects and improvements called for in the Comprehensive Plan can be implemented through administrative and policy decisions or can be funded through normal municipal programs, other projects may require special technical and/or financial assistance.

The City should continue to explore and consider the wide range of local, state and federal resources and programs that may be available to assist in the implementation of planning recommendations. For example, Tax Increment Financing may be a tool to explore for the mixed-use redevelopment of the Sugar Camp property

Enhance Public Communication

The City should make this summary version of the new Comprehensive Plan available throughout the community. It is important that all local residents, businesses and property owners be familiar with the Plan’s major recommendations and its “vision” for the future.

The City should also consider additional techniques for responding quickly to public questions and concerns regarding planning and development. For example, the City might consider spe-