Keithsburg Comprehensive Plan 2014-2034

City of Keithsburg Comprehensive Plan 2014-2034

Prepared by Keithsburg with assistance from MSA Professional Services, Inc.

Acknowledgements Keithsburg City Council

Allen Henshaw, Mayor Dave Hudson, 1st Ward Alderman Councilmember Bud Laubach, 2nd Ward Alderman Councilmember Jeff Gilmour, 3rd Ward Alderman Councilmember Davina Logsdon, Alderman at Large Councilmember Jan Occhi, Alderman at Large Councilmember Kae Stevens, Alderman at Large Councilmember

City Staff

Chuck Reynolds, Treasurer Terri Gibson, City Clerk

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Nick Wagner, Project Manager Jared Fluhr, Project Engineer Sarah Fosbinder, Project Engineer Steve Haring, Client Service Manger Chris Janson, Community Development Specialist Shawn O’Shea, Community Development Specialist

Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction....................................................1-2

1.1 The Plan as a “Living Guide�

1.2 A Snapshot of Keithsburg

2.1 Overview of Planning Process 2.2 Public Visioning Meeting 2.3 Growth Development Workshops

3.1 Issues & Opportunities

4.1 Vision and Goals 4.2 Housing 4.3 Mobility & Transportation 4.4 Economic Prosperity 4.5 Agriculture & Natural Resources 4.6 Community Facilities & Services 4.7 Community Character 4.8 Hazards 4.9 Collaborations & Partnerships

5.2 Future Land Use Categories

Chapter 2: Planning Process & Public Participation.....2-2

Chapter 3: Issues and Opportunities...............................3-2 Chapter 4: Goals, Objectives & Strategies......................4-2

Chapter 5: Land Use..........................................................5-2

5.1 Goals, Objectives & Strategies Chapter 6: Implementation and Action Plan.................6-2

6.1 Guiding Daily Decisions

6.2 Guiding Annual Decisions 6.3 Action Plan

6.4 Amending the Plan

Appendix A: Community Indicators Report.................A-2

A.1 Demographics A.2 Housing A.3 Mobility & Transportation A.4 Economic Prosperity A.5 Agriculture & Natural Resources A.6 Sustainability A.7 Community Facilities & Services A.8 Community Character A.9 Hazards A.10 Collaboration A. 11 Land Use

Appendix B: Maps.............................................................B-2 Appendix C: Implementation Study Summaries.........C-2

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1 Introduction 2 This Chapter provides the foundation for the Comprehensive Plan, outlining why we plan, the 3 planning process, Smart Planning, and the planning In addition, this Chapter also provides 4 area. community background information including key 5 community indicators and existing plans and studies.

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2008 “Ike” Disaster

Ike Planning Grant

Storms Effect on the City

Funding for this Plan comes from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This grant funding was allocated to the State of Illinois by Presidential Declaration in response to the flooding in 2008 – known as the “Ike” disaster. “Ike disaster” funds were provided to communities to recover from the 2008 floods, as well as plan for and reduce the damage from future floods.

The 2008 flood event from Hurricane Ike severely impacted the City of Keithsburg in the immediate and long term, as described below.

Based on the Ike Planning Program requirements, the Plan must at a minimum directly address the project area’s disaster recovery needs. Specifically, the plan must: • Analyze the impact of the floods of 2008 on the area, paying special attention to the areas and groups that were most adversely affected, and the kinds of unmet “needs” that were created by the storm either directly or indirectly (e.g. infrastructure, housing, economic development etc.).

• Put forth principles/policies designed to best serve the affected populations and address the identified needs created by the disaster.

• Outline strategies designed to mitigate or minimize future disaster damage.

The City of Keithsburg suffered severe flooding and damage during the 2008 “Ike” storms and flood event. The City’s levee system was breached, businesses, homes, public infrastructure including streets, storm sewer, water system, and sanitary sewer system were all adversely impacted due to flooding.

The Ike Planning Grant allowed the City of Keithsburg to employ MSA Professional Services Inc., consulting firm to further define the Comprehensive Plan, Land Use Map and Zoning Ordinance, Capital Improvements Plan, Sanitary Sewer System Analysis, Stormwater Management, Transportation and Housing Needs Assessments while engaging and educating the public on the need for and the usefulness of the Comprehensive Plan.

A large emphasis was placed on reaching members of the community that are deemed to be LMI residents.

A primary goal of this Plan is to predict and better prevent flooding, and thus, reduce the damage caused by future floods.

Additionally, this Plan must promote the Sustainable Planning Principles listed below: • Provide more transportation choices • Promote equitable, affordable housing • Enhance economic competitiveness • Support existing communities • Coordinate policies and leverage investment • Value communities and neighborhoods

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THE PLAN AS A “LIVING” GUIDE

Why Plan?

It is difficult to know what the future may bring for Keithsburg, or for any community. As residents and businesses come and go, and economic trends rise and fall, changes will occur. The purpose of this plan is to establish a shared vision for Keithsburg to guide future actions and decisions. This guidance provides predictability and consistency over time, which encourages investment. We plan so that we can act and react in a changing world with a confident understanding of our common values and goals.

Plan Maintenance This planning document is a “living” guide for growth and change in the City of Keithsburg. The plan represents the City’s best effort to address current issues and anticipate future needs; however, it can and should be amended from time to time if conditions warrant reconsideration of policies in this plan. If decisions are being made that are not consistent with this plan, then the plan has lost its relevance and should be amended.

The process of amending the comprehensive plan should not be onerous, but it should trigger a brief pause to consider again the long term vision for the community. This plan’s value is dependent upon frequent use and occasional updates.

Historic Photo Source: Pictorial Atlas of Mercer County 1983

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Chapter 1 Introduction

Illinois Comprehensive Planning Law Comprehensive Planning Goals Successful integration of these Goals addresses the need for fair and equitable decision-making regarding the growth of communities, and can produce cost savings regarding the provision of public services.

Comprehensive Planning Guidance The 9 elements this comprehensive plan will include: 1.

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The fourteen Smart Planning Goals for Keithsburg’s Comprehensive Plan are: 1.

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Promotion of redevelopment Encouragement of neighborhood designs Protection of natural areas Protection of economically productive areas Promote efficient development patterns Preservation of cultural, historical and archaeological sites 7. Encouragement of cooperation 8. Building community identity 9. Providing an adequate supply of affordable housing 10. Providing infrastructure, services & developable land 11. Promoting expansion or stabilization of the economic base 12. Balancing individual property rights 13. Planning & developing land uses that create or preserve unique urban & rural communities 14. Providing an integrated efficient and economical transportation system

Issues and opportunities Housing Transportation Utilities & community facilities Agricultural, natural & cultural resources Economic development Intergovernmental cooperation Land-use Implementation

Illinois Plat Act Municipalities have jurisdiction for 1.5 miles beyond their boundaries, for planning, zoning, and subdivision regulation, if the county and township do not have land use ordinances. A municipality may exercise zoning powers in its area of extraterritorial jurisdiction only if the county has not exercised its zoning powers and only if the area does not lie within the boundaries of another municipality.

If a municipality adopts a comprehensive plan covering its area of extraterritorial jurisdiction, then no other municipality can adopt a plan covering that same area.

Conflicts between different and similar local governments can be addressed through intergovernmental agreements. Such agreements could establish a boundary that delineates extraterritorial planning jurisdiction and future annexations.

Each municipality may adopt a subdivision ordinance which can cover the 1.5 extraterritorial area. If another municipality (village, city, county) also has jurisdiction in that area, then joint review may be required. Most of these questions are worked through with an intergovernmental agreement.

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1.2 Plan Organization The organization of the plan is based both on the planning process and the guidance provided by the Iowa and Wisconsin Smart Growth Legislation. The plan is divided into six chapters plus several important appendices.

Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 discusses the role of the plan, Smart Planning Principles, the planning area boundaries and regional context.

Chapter 2: Planning Process and Public Participation Chapter 2 outlines the planning process, including a description of public participation methods and feedback.

Chapter 3: Issues & Opportunities Chapter 3 explores issues and opportunities, discovered through the planning process, for the future of Keithsburg.

Chapter 4: Vision, Goals, Objectives and Strategies Chapter 4 includes a vision for the future of the City, as desired in 2034, and goals, objectives, strategies, key indicators and action steps for each element of the plan, including: Housing Utilities & Community Facilities Transportation Community Character Economic Development Hazards Agriculture, Natural & Cultural Resources Collaboration & Partnerships

Chapter 5: Land Use Chapter 5 describes current land use characteristics, defines future land use categories and policies, and presents the future land use map. Detailed planning for several subareas within the City is also addressed.

Chapter 6: Implementation & Action Plan Chapter 6 describes the tools and procedures by which the plan will be implemented and provides a detailed timeline of action steps for successful implementation of the plan.

Appendix A: Community Indicators Appendix A is a compilation of data that describes the existing conditions, trends, and projections for the City of Keithsburg. This data informs the planning process and should be updated from time to time to track progress and change in the City.

Appendix B: Plan Area Maps Appendix C: Studies

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A SNAPSHOT OF KEITHSBURG, ILLINOIS

History of Keithsburg In the fall of 1835. the Vannatta’s sold their claims to Robert Keith, a Scotchman, who had emigrated to America the year before. The Vanatta’s moved to the vicinity of Muscatine, IA.

Two young and enterprising businessmen, Noble & Gayle. erected a frame store and a warehouse and in 1848 built a brick packing house. That same year McConahan and Rife started a saloon.

Keith, who was reared in Belfrone, Scotland. was an educated man. His claim soon became known as Keith’s Landing. Keith laid out the town of Keithsburg in 1837. Hiram Hardee deputy county surveyor made the original survey and on Nov. 18, the plat was acknowledged before Abraham Miller Jr. County Clerk. Two principal streets, Main and Washington, were laid out east and west, and these were crossed by seven others, designated as First through Seventh. Until 1846 not more than a dozen families resid­ed in the place.

On July 15. 1852. Keithsburg became a corporate town. The first board of trustees included William Willett, T. B. Cabeen, J. J. Wordin, Alexander Davis and N. B. Par­tridge.

Source: Keithsburg City Website

In 1837 a sawmill and dam were built on Pope Creek, north of Keiths Landing, but both were lost to quicksand. In ‘36 Abner Martin settled in a part of Sec. 13 and in the same year sold out to John McH. Wilson, who lived there until his death in 1879.

1818 - 1833 Bounty Lands & the BlackHawk War. First settlers.

1834 - 1845 Inflow of settlers and history of the early days.

1845 - 1860 Organization of Agriculture and Society, Growth of Towns, Schools, Gold Rush, Moving toward the Civil War

Glaucey’s Mill was the first polling place for Keithsburg residents, but In 1841. Keithsburg was made a polling place. In 1853 Mercer County adopted township organization and 0. C. Allen was voted supervisor.

1860 - 1865 Civil War, Soldiers, Folks at home, Copperheads, Homestead Act, Where to find more information on the Civil War

The first election in the township was held on Aug. 3, 1840 with “a quart cup of whiskey left standing on the judges table all day for an hour glass.- George Bowen, son of David Bowen. born that election day was said to the first birth in Keithsburg.

1865-1880 - Changes after the Civil War, Temperance, Veterans, Immigrants: Where & why people come and go (Railroads, Land in the West), Advances in farming, Changes in religion

Following a series of elections in 1847 the young town became the ultimate choice for the county seat. Keith again donated ground and citizens donated moods to build a courthouse.

1880-1900 - Transition to the twentieth century.

Source: ancestry.com

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Chapter 1 Introduction

Planning Area The study area for this Plan includes all lands in which the City has both a short- and long-term interest in planning and development activity. The Planning Area includes all lands within the current municipal limits and within the City’s potential 1.5 mile extraterritorial jurisdiction within Illinois. The City is approximately 2030 acres (3.17 square miles).

The entire Planning Area is approximately 9077 acres (14.18 square miles).

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1.3 Regional Context

MAJOR REGIONAL CITIES

The City of Keithsburg is located in Mercer County Illinois on the east bank of the Mississippi River. It is located 17 miles from Aledo, IL the Mercer County Seat. The closest metro areas are Muscatine, IA, Burlington, IA and the Quad City Area which are a short drive away.

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Key Community Indicators This section analyzes over arching population and demographic trends for the City of Keithsburg. Examination of these trends provide a foundation for the planning process and implementation of the plan.

The number of people per household in Keithsburg has decreased, just as with the County and State.

Keithsburg’s population has also been aging.

Those that are 18 years of age and older represent 80.13% of the City’s total population.

Population in Keithsburg has been on the decline for the last three decades. Over the past 20 years the City of Keithsburg declined by 18.5%; likely due to damage and removal of homes due to flooding. This is similar to Mercer County which has seen only decline over the past 20-30 years.

POPULATION TRENDS 1980-2010 Source: U.S. Census

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Household Projections 1990-2010

Mercer County

Illinois

1980

N/A

19,286

11,426,518

1990

747

17,290

11,430,602

2000

714

16,957

12,419,293

2010

609

16,434

12,830,632

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Illinois

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Persons Per

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Persons Per

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Persons Per

1990

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

4,202,240

2.72

2000

306

2.53

7,109

2.57

4,591,779

2.70

2010

273

2.34

7,173

2.41

4,836,972

2.65

Sex & Age 2010

Source: U.S. Census 2010

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Mercer County

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Percent

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Percent

Male

287

47.13%

8,125

49.44%

Female

322

52.87%

8,309

50.56%

Under 18

121

19.87%

3,720

22.64%

18 & over

488

80.13%

12,714

77.36%

20 - 24

31

5.09%

754

4.59%

25 - 34

54

8.87%

1,630

9.92%

35 - 49

125

20.53%

3,327

20.24%

50 - 64

136

22.33%

3,612

21.98%

65 & over

126

20.69%

3,001

18.26%

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1 2 Planning Process & Public Participation Chapter provides an overview of the planning and 3 This public participation process. Summaries of public input for 4 the comprehensive planning process are provided.

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OVERVIEW OF PLANNING PROCESS

Planning Process

Incorporating Input into the Plan

A transparent public participation process is the foundation to a successful plan. The involvement of residents, business owners, and other stakeholders is essential to the creation and implementation of the plan. Elements of public participation for the 2034 Keithsburg Comprehensive Planning process included:

The goals, objectives and policies of a comprehensive plan support the community’s vision for the future of Keithsburg and address barriers to realizing this vision. Elements of the plan has been crafted from individual participant’s ideas, discussions and debates among Committee members and the past experiences of the community as a whole.

• Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee • Public Visioning Meetings • Public Open House

This input allows us to construct underlying themes as a frame for the plan, and provides information on what specific issues and ideas are most important to Keithsburg’s citizens. This foundation ensures that the plan is not just a hollow document, but a guide for future decisions in Keithsburg that are in line with the community’s ideals. From this foundation, a better Keithsburg can and will be built.

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee consisted of members of the City Council and acted as the primary sounding board for the planning process. The Committee met four times during the planning process to review draft plan materials. All meetings were open to the public.

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Planning Process Schedule Steering Committee Meeting #1 (July 2013): Kickoff, Organization and Issues Staff and Stakeholder Interviews (July/August 2013): Issues & Opportunities Public Meeting #1 – Kickoff Meeting (September 2013): Introduce Public to Keithsburg Planning Process, Community Issues, and Goal Setting Meeting #2 (November 2013): Appendix A & Chapter 1-4 Review Public Meeting #2 (January 2014): Community Open House/Draft Development Concept Presentation Meeting #3 (February -March 2014): Future Land Use/Plan Implementation Review Meeting #4 (April 2014): Final Review and Adoption of Comprehensive Plan and Implementation Studies Council to Consider Resolution on Plan

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PUBLIC VISIONING MEETING

Public Visioning Meeting The City desires a clear vision for the futureKeithsburg as we want it to be in 2034. A Public Visioning Meeting was held on September 9th, 2013. The purpose of the meeting was to gather input on the City’s strengths, concerns and opportunities to provide direction to the comprehensive planning process. Many citizens shared their opinions on the future of Keithsburg.

The meeting was structured as an open house format, focused on Community Facilites & Utilities, Transportation & Community Character, Housing, Economic Redevelopment of Downtown, Agricultural & Natural Resources and Intergovernmental Collaboration & Hazards.

Consultants, City Staff and Plan Advisory Committee members were available to discuss topics and answer questions about the plan and planning process. Participants were provided with markers and paper to address Strengths, Weaknesses, Threats and Opportunities in the various categories.

The following pages provide a brief summary of the feedback and comments collected from each category.

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Community Facilities & Utilities

The objective of this category was to identify key public and private improvements, and develop written goals, strategies and guidelines. Some of the ideas that came from this category were:

The City of Keithsburg is working to rebuild and improve the City Park/Ball Diamonds. The sanitary sewer has I&I issues and the sewer plant is at capacity and needs to be upgraded.

• The City would like to see an expansion of the camp ground.

• ADM is a good employer in the community • Market and utilize river better

Community Character Through a series of questions, participants were asked to describe the community’s character and their vision for the future of Keithsburg.

Participants identified historical roots, Port Luisa, and camp ground and other recreational areas as the defining features of Keithsburg.

Intergovernmental Collaboration The objective of the “Intergovernmental Collaboration” category was to find what local government and private agencies are currently working together and what issues and opportunities there were for the further growth and development of current and future collaboration efforts. Currently the City works regularly with New Boston, Mercer County and Western Illinois Regional Council to enhance the community and regional.

Hazards

Housing There is housing stock available to existing and future residents in the community, as well as land for development of new housing stock. Dilapidated abandoned buildings need to be removed to improve City aesthetics and make room for new development and infill. The development area needs to be redefined based on the current flood plain and properties purchased using FEMA funding.

Flooding is the biggest threat to the City and has been the cause of most of the downtown and many residential areas to be abandoned and bought out using FEMA funding. This is an area that must be address to come up with a strategy moving forward to mitigate the flooding threat in the future. An example is to have more open space to allow for future flood waters to rise and recede naturally, without damage to property.

Land Use

Transportation & Mobility The objective of this category was to identify areas of strength such as the routes throughout the community designated for alternative modes of transportation such as ATVs and snowmobiles.

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There are a number of parcels that have been bought out by FEMA funding in the downtown area and there are restrictions on what can be put on this land in the future. A strategy for this land should be a part of the future land use process.

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1 2 3 Issues & Opportunities 4 This Chapter discusses the opportunities, assets, issues and liabilities identified through the public 5 participation process, and in previous plans and that are relevant to the community’s growth 6 studies, and prosperity.

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ISSUES & OPPORTUNITIES

Introduction

Issues & Liabilities

This plan is grounded in a set of issues about which the community is concerned, and opportunities the community sees for positive change. The plan seeks to address perceived deficiencies and capitalize on opportunities. This section is a compilation of key issues and opportunities, identified in recent plans and studies and throughout the development of this plan in 2013. Items on these lists come from Committee input and public meetings.

Ag & Natural Resources & Economic Development Flooding is a threat (-) Proposed hog confinement in City (-) Housing (-) Downtown (-) FEMA buyout (-) Community Character Drug Problem (-) North and South of town divided (-) Current character makes a bad impression due to conditions of homes & businesses (-) Housing Not enough rentals available (-) High price rent (-) Transportation & Mobility Distance to shopping (-) Transportation (-) Most streets are in bad shape (-)

Strengths - characteristics that give Keithsburg advantage over others.

Weaknesses - characteristics that place Keithsburg at a disadvantage relative to others.

Community Facilities & Utilities Water system (-) Pressure & quality (-) Stormwater system maintenance is a concern (-) Community facilities need improvement (-) I&I problems in sewer (-) Poor water pressure (-) Wastewater Treatment Problems (-) Intergovernmental Collaboration No perceived threats or weaknesses

Opportunities - elements the City could exploit to advantage the community.

Threats - elements in the environment that could cause trouble for the community in the future.

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Issues & Liabilities continued Downtown Riverfront Buildings on Main Street are in bad condition (-) Businesses leaving town (-) Damaged buildings are unsafe and need to be demolished (-) Employment is an issue (-) No playground (-) Many lots that can’t be built on because of flood plain or FEMA buyout (-) Lack of businesses (-) Low population and small customer base bad for new and existing businesses (-)

Land Use River is a liability (-) Growth Barriers - farms (-) Flood Plain cuts through town (-)

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Opportunities & Assets Ag/Natural Resources & Economic Development ADM good employer (+) Grain movement on the River (+) Camp ground (+) River recreation (+) River access (+) Port Louisa (+) Museum & Library (+) Camp Ground – seasonal use (+) Boat Ramps (+) Bars and restaurants (+) Ball Park (+) ADM (+) Opportunity for future marina (*) Downtown in need of redevelopment/ revitalization (*) Wind energy opportunity (*) Equestrian Camp Ground (*) Possible to grow Ag outlets in other ways such as ethanol (*) Community Character River Town (+) Helpful People (+) A community that cares (+) Family friendly town (+) Resort Town (*) Boating and fishing (*)

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Community Facilities & Utilities Stormwater Improvements (+) Intergovernmental Collaboration Roads get MFT money from the County (+)

Housing New Housing (+) Need for rental properties (*) Opportunity for new land development (*) Opportunity for more rental housing South on Butternut (*)

(+) denotes an asset or Strength (*) denotes an Opportunity

Transportation & Mobility 10th & Main St. new construction (+) Golf Cart Routes (+) Snowmobile Routes (+) ATV Routes (+) Camp Ground (+) Motorcycles/Poker Run (+) Shuttle bus is available for bar patrons (+) Project now available for seniors and citizens with disabilities (+) New roads under construction (+) Community Connectivity (+) Walking Path (+) Bike Trail (+) Part of Scenic River Road (*) River (*) Campground expansion (*) Need for bus to Aledo and Burlington (*)

Downtown Riverfront Old businesses (+) Marina (*) New businesses (*) More street and sidewalk improvements (*) Buildings are available for businesses (*) FEMA lots possible for campground expansion (*) FEMA lots possible for tree farm or 9 hole golf course (*) Land Use New Subdivision (+) Downtown (+) Camp Ground (+) Port Louisa (+) Bars and Restaurants (+)

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1 2 3 4 Goals, Objectives & Strategies chapter presents a vision for the future of Appendix A This Keithsburg and describes goals, objectives, and Appendix B strategies to achieve that vision. Housing, Mobility & Transportation, Economic Prosperity, Agriculture & Appendix C Natural Resources, Community Facilities & Services, Hazards, and Collaboration & Partnerships are all addressed.

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VISION & GOALS

Keithsburg as we want it to be in 2034...

We are a vibrant riverfront community that is inviting and provides businesses, families, and visitors with opportunities to prosper and enjoy the unique charm that is Keithsburg.

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CHAPTER 4 GOALS, OBJECTIVES & STRATEGIES

Keithsburg’s goals for a better future...

Housing

Community Facilities & Services

H1: Keithsburg will encourage a mix of quality housing alternatives including apartments, townhomes and condos that are affordable and attractive to a variety of income levels, as well as senior living.

FS1: Establish and maintain reliable and high quality services, utilities and facilities.

FS2: Keithsburg will work to create a Capital Improvements Plan to address large infrastructure projects needed in the City of Keithsburg.

H2: The City will strengthen community character by encouraging the demolition or maintenance and improvement of the existing housing stock and properties throughout the community based on the level of degradation.

Mobility & Transportation

Community Character

T1: Ensure that all areas of the community are accessible by a network of sidewalks and trails.

C1: The City of Keithsburg will strive for more festivals and activities throughout the year for the enrichment of the citizens and those visiting from outside of the community.

T2: The City will provide a safe and controlled environment for vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists.

Economic Development

C2: The City will have quality, planned development of infill and new development areas that reinforces the character and value of the existing community.

Hazards

E1: The City of Keithsburg will facilitate strategic economic growth within the City and increase the retail and service options available to residents and visitors.

E2: Revitalize and continue to focus on the downtown as the commercial center of the community.

Agriculture & Natural Resources

HZ1: Keithsburg will minimize the vulnerability of people and their property to flood waters.

HZ2: The City will promote education and awareness regarding hazards and risks in the community.

Collaboration & Partnerships

R1: Protect and enhance the river front and natural settings unique to the character of the area in and around Keithsburg.

R2: Enhance the natural recreational resources.

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CP1: Keithsburg will maintain mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships with neighboring municipalities, counties, WIRC and federal and state agencies.

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HOUSING As a city grows and changes, housing must change to meet the needs of the population. Housing is included in a comprehensive plan to provide guidance for decision-makers and developers when considering additions to and renovations of the City’s housing stock. Diversity, quality and affordability are overarching themes in Keithsburg’s housing goals.

H1: Housing Goal 1 Keithsburg will encourage a mix of quality housing alternatives including apartments, townhomes and condos that are affordable and attractive to a variety of income levels.

Objective: The creation of zoning standards to ensure a diversity of housing types are available including quality medium-density rental units.

Strategies • The City will consistently encourage a mixture of housing, unit sizes, types and price points

“Traditional neighborhood design” incorporates a mix of housing types, wellconnected streets, public spaces, and neighborhoodserving amenities.

H2: Housing Goal 2 The City will strengthen community character by encouraging the demolition or maintenance and improvement of the existing housing stock and properties throughout the community based on the level of degradation.

Objective: Development of programs and incentives that encourage property owners to improve the appearance and maintain the appearance of their property.

Strategies • The City will encourage owner occupied rehabilitation programs.

• The City will actively enforce code violations related to housing standards and property maintenance.

• The City encourages and supports the creation of neighborhood associations and locally-led neighborhood planning efforts.

• The City will support demolition of buildings that are too decapitated for rehabilitation efforts.

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Housing Action Items

aEvaluate inclusionary housing ordinances that provide

incentives to development with certain percentages of affordable housing (including waiving taxes on affordable percentages of development).

aExplore

incentives to promote rehabilitation of existing housing, beyond current incentives.

aEvaluate

Evaluate the use of density bonuses for mixed pricepoints or affordable housing units.

a

tax abatement and other incentives for new housing and redevelopment of existing housing to ensure they remain effective in promoting residential development.

aUpdate

aEvaluate

land development ordinances to require components of traditional neighborhood design and consideration of existing neighborhood context.

surrounding communities’ incentive programs for residential development to ensure Keithsburg remains competitive in housing development.

aDevelop

a sustainable funding source to address the residential tear-down and acquisition of abandoned properties (e.g. a percentage of code violation fees).

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MOBILITY & TRANSPORTATION Transportation is an essential aspect of life. It is about the ability to readily and safely gain access to work, school, shopping, recreation, medical care and social gatherings. It is also an essential component of most economic activity. The City of Keithsburg’s overarching transportation themes are safety, efficiency and diversity of transportation options.

T1: Mobility & Transportation Goal 1 Ensure that all areas of the community are accessible by a network of sidewalks and trails.

Objective: Develop and implement a phased sidewalk construction program throughout the City of Keithsburg.

Strategies • The City will create a phased sidewalk plan that determines need to establish priority of the construction.

Complete Street intersection in Charlotte, NC. Source: National Complete Streets Coalition

T2: Mobility & Transportation Goal 2 The City will provide a safe and controlled environment for vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists.

“Complete streets” are designed and operated to enable safe access for all users.

Designs can include bike lanes, accessible transit stops, frequent and/or signaled crosswalks, narrower travel lanes, and traffic calming devices.

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Objective: Passive speed reducing measures should be implemented as needed throughout the community.

Strategies • Traffic-Calming devices and designs are encouraged, where appropriate. Specific measures may include: radar speed signs, painted markings on road where speed is reduced, curb extensions/intersection bump outs, median and refuge islands, and/or plantings to make the road appear to narrow.

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aDevelop

a City-wide Bike and Pedestrian Plan to establish a contiguous, safe network of on-street and offstreet bike and pedestrian routes.

aPrioritize

sections of the City for sidewalk maintenance and installation and proactively react to needed improvements.

aIncrease enforcement of sidewalk maintenance and safety violations.

aAnalyze

future road extensions and connections for future development areas to maintain proper street connections.

aRequire sidewalks for all new development and major

redevelopment projects, whether sidewalks currently exist adjacent or not. Encourage neighboring properties to install sidewalks.

aAssess need for bike racks throughout the community. aContinue to develop trail systems and interconnectivity to the park, campground and other areas of town.

aIncrease accessibility throughout the community by increased installation of ADA curb ramps.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Economic development requires the collaborative efforts of public and private entities, and the support of the community overall. The City recognizes that economic success requires extensive collaboration with other public and private entities - the City will be an active partner in these efforts and will avoid duplication of services. City “support” for these efforts may include staff time, funding, policies, or simply endorsement.

E1: Economic Development Goal 1 The City of Keithsburg will facilitate strategic economic growth within the City and increase the retail and service options available to residents and visitors.

Objective E1.1: Support/Attract investment of retail and other businesses to the community.

Strategies •The City supports the idea of public-private partnerships and will work proactively with private business and land owners to facilitate investment in the community.

E2: Economic Development Goal 2 Revitalize and continue to focus on the downtown as the commercial center of the community.

Objective: Development friendly zoning ordinances that will attract investment to the community while still emphasizing a commercial core downtown.

Strategies •The City will look for creative ways to redevelop underutilized or vacant retail properties through zoning, financial incentives, or other means.

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Economic Prosperity Action Items

aAdopt a Vacant Building Ordinance to better manage

and maintain the City’s vacant building stock through a mandatory annual license and fee. The program should support the costs of inspections and maintenance enforcement, and it should both prevent and help pay for emergency actions to protect public safety, including demolition.

aIdentify

and plan for infrastructure investments required to make priority development/redevelopment sites more competitive for economic development.

aIdentify funding sources and mechanisms for public

realm and capital improvements to support economic development

aParticipate

in monthly communications with key stakeholders (e.g. Mercer County, Aledo and other surrounding communities) to discuss the future of the area and maintain an open dialogue among entities.

aCreate and enhance entry features to the community

and to the downtown (e.g. landscaping, signage, banners, etc.).

aConstruct and maintain interpretive signage at key

attraction locations to further promote the assets of the community.

aEvaluate and plan for venues and attractions to further Keithsburg as a year-round destination.

aUpgrade the City website to emphasize the assets of

aContinue

aDevelop an easy to understand “one-stop-shop” for

aComplete periodic review of “business friendliness” as

Keithsburg as a vibrant, modern community with a rich history and an exceptional quality of life. economic development on the City website, with links to partner resources.

aAggressively pursue grants and resources to improve

to evaluate properties for listing on the National Register of Historic Places to further solidify Keithsburg as a historic community and to enable properties to access historic tax credits. compared to comparable cities, including tax rate, utility rates, and regulatory processes.

infrastructure.

aEvaluate

potential public/private partnerships for community benefit.

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AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES The abundance and health of our agricultural and natural resources are vital to the well being of our community, the prosperity of our economy and the health of our regional ecological systems. This section outlines the objectives and strategies for preserving, protecting, and restoring our natural and agricultural resources.

R1: Agriculture & Natural Resources Goal 1 Protect and enhance the riverfront and natural settings unique to the character of the area in and around Keithsburg.

Objective: The City will establish an open space/greenway that runs through the floodplain to and including the riverfront.

“Green infrastructure” is a network of open spaces and natural features woven into the built environment that provides natural stormwater management and essential ecosystem connections

Strategies •The Ctiy will explore ways to develop FEMA buyout land and land located in the floodplain in a low impact way such as the park land.

R2: Agriculture & Natural Resources Goal 2 Enhance the natural recreational resources.

Objective: Explore ways to market the local outdoor activities such as hunting and fishing and outdoor events such as a farmers market and other agricultural related activities.

Strategies •The City will advertise and actively market the natural resources they have locally through local media, electronic media and wayfinding signage throughout the community.

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Agriculture & Natural Resource Action Items

a

Develop a “GreenPrint� for creating an interconnected greenway system of parks and open spaces (FEMA buyout property is a good use for a greenway system).

aConsider the adoption of development.

best management practices (BMPs) for stormwater management and low-impact

aConsider the adoption of regulations for conservation and restoration of natural features during development.

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COMMUNITY FACILITIES & SERVICES Local government is responsible for a broad array of essential services, from sewer and water service to park and recreation facilities, fire and police protection and public schools. The quality, efficacy and efficiency of these services have a direct relationship to quality of life for residents. While each of these services is individually managed and monitored, they are considered in the comprehensive plan to ensure that investment in these services serves the overall vision for the City.

FS1: Community Facilities & Services Goal 1 Establish and maintain reliable and high quality services, utilities and facilities.

Objective: The City will ensure that public/private utilities and facilities are constructed and maintained according to professional and governmental standards to protect public health, minimized disruption to the natural environment and to reinforce the traditional character of the City.

Strategies •The City will plan for utility extensions on a system basis, rather than a series of individual projects and will require developers to locate and size utilities with enough capacity to serve adjacent future growth. The City will also monitor satisfaction with public and private utility providers, and seek adjustments as necessary to maintain adequate service levels.

FS2: Community Facilities & Services Goal 2 Keithsburg will work to create a Capital Improvements Plan to address large infrastructure projects needed in the City of Keithsburg.

Objective: Water system is in disrepair with low pressure and quality issues, it needs an upgrade, along with other large infrastructure project needs in the City.

Strategies •Large infrastructure projects will be prioritized and funded through the guidance of the Capital Improvements Plan.

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Community Facilities & Services Action Items

aContinue to facilitate and improve park and recreation aEvaluate parks for compliance with ADA II standards facilities, programs, amenities and special events.

aImprove supply of information (interpretive signage, websites, online forms, maps, etc.) at and for community facilities and key attractions.

and prepare a transition plan to make necessary changes over time.

aPromote shared usage of public facilities (e.g. school playgrounds for public use).

aPursue grants to update community facilities. aCreation of regional trail system. aConduct regular review of sewer/water capacities to serve future growth and development.

aPursue shared services among governmental agencies as opportunities arise.

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COMMUNITY CHARACTER Community character is about identity – characteristics that define Keithsburg in the minds of residents and visitors. Looking forward, the City is working to enhance the downtown, build on strengths in recreation amenities to develop a thriving community. Some of these objectives are addressed elsewhere in the plan (see Land Use, Economic Development and Community Facilities & Services).

C1: Community Character Goal 1 The City of Keithsburg will strive for more festivals and activities throughout the year for the enrichment of the citizens and those visiting from outside of the community.

Objective: Director to coordinate/manage local events.

Strategies • The City will support and help coordinate efforts and resources with Events Director/Agency.

C2: Community Character Goal 2 The City will have quality, planned development of infill and new development areas that reinforces the character and value of the existing community.

Objective: To ensure new development is of lasting quality and future land use conflicts are mitigated between old and new development.

Strategies • Zoning will be based on future land use and development plans.

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Community Character Action Items

aContinue to support historic preservation. aContinue to develop cohesive historic wayfinding signage . aLead the drive for encouraging positive outcomes and attitudes. aEncourage use of public spaces/streets for outside festivals and events. aEvaluate public activities and services that are friendly or attractive to the young professionals and families.

Historic Photo Source: Pictorial Atlas of Mercer County 1983

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HAZARDS The City of Keithsburg is committed to protecting people and property from natural and man-made disasters. A community must first identify potential hazards and mitigate the risk of impacts pre-disaster, then respond efficiently during a disaster, and plan for a comprehensive recovery post-disaster. The State of Illinois Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies potential hazards and recommends mitigation efforts. This section supplements the State Plan by defining for the City overarching goals and strategies for all phases of a disaster.

HZ1: Hazards Goal 1 Keithsburg will minimize the vulnerability of people and their property to flood waters.

Objective: The City’s development practices will effectively limit disaster impacts to new development due to flooding and other natural disasters.

Strategies • The City discourages private development in flood-prone areas. All new development should have a ground study done to determine the stability of the project site.

HZ1: Hazards Goal 2 The City will promote education and awareness regarding hazards and risks in the community.

Objective: Keithsburg residents and businesses will be prepared for potential disasters.

Strategies • The City will collaborate with local agencies and organizations to inform the community about disaster preparedness, especially including evacuation procedures in flood-prone areas and the location of public shelters. The City also encourages private disaster preparedness, including resilient building practices and materials, establishment of disaster response and recovery plans by families and businesses, and maintenance of emergency kits and supplies as recommended by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

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Hazards Action Items

aDevelop a Disaster Recovery Plan. aDevelop and adopt a Recovery and Reconstruction Ordinance.

aConduct Disaster Recovery Plan table-top exercises. aCoordinate with the Mercer County Emergency

Manager to develop a sustainable Community Organization Active in Disaster (COAD) to build a framework for meeting disaster victims’ needs.

aIdentify a Disaster Victim Assistance Officer (as part of

the recovery organization established by the Recovery and Reconstruction Ordinance) to partner with the County EMA in advocating for quick disbursement of Other Needs Assistance and Disaster Case Management Funds.

aIf needed purchase easements to preserve the natural floodway.

aEvaluate

redundant capabilities of water, sewer, electric, gas and other utility systems to reduce or eliminate outages in the event of a disaster.

aBury power lines when possible. aIdentify areas to be protected (existing development) versus areas to be preserved (natural/open space opportunities).

aExamine alternative back-up strategies for necessary systems, if there are none already in place.

aActively

participate in Flood Awareness Month, National Preparedness Month and Illinois Severe Weather Awareness Week activities.

aWork with the Mercer County Emergency Management Agency to continue to update and disseminate free disaster preparedness materials for individuals and businesses.

aConduct a public facilities audit for potential disaster impacts and implement mitigation strategies.

aImplement mitigation strategies outlined in the State of Illinois Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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COLLABORATION & PARTNERSHIPS Successful and vibrant communities rely upon collaborative efforts among city businesses and organizations and benefit from partnerships with regional organizations and state and federal agencies. The City of Keithsburg has a strong history of intergovernmental collaboration. This section defines the City’s strategies on collaboration and provides guidance on reaching out to new partners and maintaining existing relationships.

CP1: Collaboration & Partnerships Goal Keithsburg will maintain mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships with neighboring municipalities, counties and federal and state agencies.

Objective: Keithsburg will work with Illinois DNR and the Army Corp of Engineers incorporating these entities in future planning efforts to improve collaboration and cooperation.

Strategies • The City will contact these entities when there is a future planning process underway to inform and open a dialog for feedback.

Objective: The City will continue to work with Mercer County on a shared maintenance and other partnered activities when possible.

Strategies • The City will explore ways to partner with the County to help ease the burden of maintenance etc., when possible and in turn support any County efforts when possible.

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Collaboration & Partnerships Action Items

a Assemble a joint task force with Aledo and other neighboring communities to explore the concept of shared economic development investments coupled with shared tax revenues.

a Develop an official City policy on the use of public incentives to support private development. a Host monthly meetings with regional partners to explore ways in which collaboration on programs or services can improve quality, access, and efficiency.

a Communicate with other jurisdictions whenever service contracts or major capital improvements are up for consideration, to identify cost savings opportunities through partnerships and shared service arrangements.

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1 2 3 4 5 Land Use Chapter outlines goals, objectives and polices 6 This specifically for land use, defines categories of land use, the desired future land use for Keithsburg, and Appendix A describes identifies special planning areas.

Appendix B Page Existing Land Use 5-2 Appendix C 5.1 5.2 Future Land Use Map 5-4 5.3 Future Land Use Categories 5-6 5.4 Development Concepts 5-20 5.5 Design Guideline Considerations 5-24

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EXISTING LAND USE

Existing Land Use There are many unique uses of land across Keithsburg, and many more ways to configure those uses. It is the City’s responsibility to regulate where and how development occurs so that conflict between incompatible uses is minimized and land and infrastructure are used as efficiently as possible, as Keithsburg continues to be a pleasant, attractive place to live, work, play and stay. This chapter features goals, objectives, and policies that apply to land use in general, and also strategies and guidelines for specific types of land use and their location within the City and its extraterritorial review area.

2014 land use conditions are shown below (city) and to the right (jurisdiction), see Appendix B for a full size version. The Keithsburg planning area extends 1.5 miles from the current city limits. As of 2013, the City includes approximately 1,229 acres. The majority of City is currently comprised either as Agricultural and Open Space (73.1% of the City) or Low-Density Residential (13.6%). Parks and Recreation make up about 2.7% of the City, and approximately 5.2% is platted lands that are currently vacant. Commercial only makes up 1.3% of the City.

Developable land is limited by several natural features including floodplains, slopes greater than 20%, and wetlands.

After accounting for these development limitations, only 42% (854 acres) of the City and 66.7% (6058 acres) of the planning area is developable. Refer to Appendix B for full size maps of existing and future land uses and development limitations.

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FUTURE LAND USE MAP

Using the Future Land Use Map The Future Land Use Map (opposite) identifies categories of similar use, character and density. These categories are described in the preceding pages, including explanation of the City’s intent and design and development strategies for each.

This map and the corresponding text are to be consulted whenever development is proposed, especially when a zoning change or land division is requested. Zoning and development shall be consistent with the use category shown on the map and the corresponding text.

Where uses in this map differ from the current use, it is not the general intent of the City to compel a change in zoning or a change in use. Except in rare instances when the City may actively facilitate redevelopment of a priority site, the City’s use of this map will be only reactive, guiding response to proposals submitted by property owners.

Amending the Future Land Use Map It may from time to time be appropriate to consider amendments to the Future Land Use Map. The following criteria should be considered before amending the map.

Agricultural The land does not have a history of productive farming activities, does not contain prime soils, or is not viable for long-term agricultural use. The land is too small to be economically used for agricultural purposes, or is inaccessible to the machinery needed to produce and harvest products.

Compatibility The proposed development, or map amendment, will not have a substantial adverse effect upon adjacent property or the character of the area, with a particular emphasis on existing residential neighborhoods. A petitioner may indicate approaches that will minimize incompatibilities between uses.

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Natural Resources The land does not include important natural features such as wetlands, floodplains, steep slopes, scenic vistas or significant woodlands, which will be adversely affected by the proposed development. The proposed building envelope is not located within the setback of Floodplain zones (raised above regional flood line). The proposed development will not result in undue water, air, light, or noise pollution. Petitioner may indicate approaches that will preserve or enhance the most important and sensitive natural features of the proposed site.

Emergency Vehicle Access The lay of the land will allow for construction of appropriate roads and/or driveways that are suitable for travel or access by emergency vehicles.

Ability to Provide Services Provision of public facilities and services will not place an unreasonable financial burden on the City.

Petitioners may demonstrate to the City that the current level of services in the City, or region, including but not limited to school capacity, transportation system capacity, emergency services capacity (police, fire, EMS), parks and recreation, library services, and potentially water and/or sewer services, are adequate to serve the proposed use. Petitioners may also demonstrate how they will assist the City with any shortcomings in public services or facilities.

Public Need There is a clear public need for the proposed change or unanticipated circumstances have resulted in a need for the change. The proposed development is likely to have a positive fiscal or social impact on the City. The City may require that the property owner, or their agent, fund the preparation of a fiscal impact analysis by an independent professional.

Adherence to Other Portions of this Plan The proposed development is consistent with the general vision for the City, and the other goals, objectives, and policies of this Plan.

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FUTURE LAND USE Rural Lands Low Density Residential Medium Density Residential Mixed Use Commercial Industrial Public/Institutional Open Space Park/Recreation Urban Reserve Area

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FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORIES

Future Land Use Categories The future land use categories identify areas of similar use, character and density. These classifications are not zoning districts - they do not legally set performance criteria for land uses (i.e. setbacks, height restrictions, density, etc.). The strategies listed with each category are provided to help landowners and City officials make design decisions during the development process consistent with the intent of the land use category. These strategies may be used to help determine whether to approve a rezoning, which zoning district to apply, and what conditions to set, if any. Some categories also feature design recommendations.

The eleven categories designated on the Future Land Use Map are: • RL - Rural Lands • LDR - Low Density Residential • MDR - Medium Density Residential • MU - Mixed Use • C - Commercial • I - Industrial • P - Public and Institutional • OS - Open Space/Floodway • Prk - Parks & Recreation • URA - Urban Reserve Area

Rural Lands (RL) The Rural Lands category is intended to preserve land and rural character in areas deemed unlikely or infeasible for urban development prior to 2034. Preferred uses in these areas include open space, farming, farmsteads, agricultural businesses, forestry, quarries, and limited rural residential on well and septic.

Low Density Residential (LDR) Low Density Residential areas are intended for housing with densities that range from two to five units per acre.

Neighborhood areas classified as LDR will typically be predominately single-family detached units with the potential for some doubles and other lower density attached housing products.

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Medium Density Residential (MDR) Higher Density Residential areas are intended for housing at densities exceeding five units per acre. Uses in this category include single-family detached, duplexes/ twinhomes, townhouses, row houses, apartment buildings, and senior housing.

Mixed Use (MU) Mixed Use areas are intended to provide a mix of smallerscale commercial, residential, public and related uses in a pedestrian-friendly environment. They may include a mix of retail and service commercial, office, institutional, higher density residential, public uses and/or park and recreation uses. Uses can be integrated either vertically or horizontally.

Commercial (C) Commercial areas are intended for retail, service, and office uses that serve neighborhood, community and regional markets. The type and size of use will be determined by location and market forces.

Industrial (I) Industrial areas are intended for light or heavy manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, wholesale trade, accessory offices, and similar uses. Industrial areas are typically larger, individual sites not part of a larger business park.

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5.3 Public and Institutional (P) Public and institutional areas are intended for churches, schools, cemeteries, art and cultural facilities, local government facilities and other parcels that are owned by a public or quasi-public entity. This category does not include parks and recreation areas.

Open Space/Floodway (OS) Open Space areas are intended for preservation of natural drainage and flood prone areas. OS lands can be public or privately owned.

Parks & Recreation (Prk) Parks, Recreation and Open Space areas are intended for active and passive recreation uses or preservation of natural areas. Prk/Rec lands can be public or privately owned.

Urban Reserve Area (URA) This land use category includes areas that are generally in agricultural or open space use but may be in the path of urban development beyond the planning horizon contained in this plan. These areas present development opportunities for the City that may or may not materialize but were thought to be areas where future land use planning consideration was important to the Plan Steering Committee.

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CHAPTER 5 LAND USE RL- Rural Lands The Rural Lands category is intended to preserve land and rural character in areas deemed unlikely or infeasible for urban development prior to 2034.

Preferred uses in these areas include open space, farming, farmsteads, agricultural businesses, forestry, quarries, and limited rural residential on well and septic.

Suitable Zoning Districts Most of the Rural Lands areas are outside the City limits and will likely remain so through 2034. For those areas in the City, R-1 (Single Family Residential) districts is the most applicable district, as it allows farming use. However, a separate zoning district could be developed for this category to more accurately reflect the intentions of the Rural Lands category.

Land Use Strategies RL-1: New homes should be sited on non-productive soils in ways that minimize disruption of agricultural use and avoid the creation of new access points to state highways. Small lots (e.g. 1.5 acres) are preferred, especially if the remaining land is in agricultural use.

RL-2: Rural residential subdivisions containing 5+ homes are discouraged, except in areas where urban development is unlikely to occur, even many years from now.

RL-3: Rural residential subdivisions are strongly encouraged to utilize conservation design strategies that minimize the disruption of natural features and rural character.

Conservation development usually attempts to hide development from the main road(s) through natural topography, landscape buffers and setbacks in order to preserve rural character.

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5.3 LDR - Low Density Residential The Low Density Residential areas are intended for housing with densities that range from two to five units per acre. Neighborhood areas classified as LDR will typically be predominately single-family detached units with the potential for some doubles and other lower density attached housing products. In growth areas designated for LDR use it may be appropriate to consider pockets of medium-density residential or non-residential uses, as described in the strategies below.

Suitable Zoning Districts R-1 (Single Family Residential)

Design Strategies The City encourages residential projects (new construction and remodeling) to incorporate design strategies that will maintain neighborhood property values over time and enhance the social function and safety of the neighborhood.

Relationship to the Street: Buildings and sites should be designed to establish visual and physical connections between the public realm of the street and the private realm of the home, with layers of increasingly private space in between.

Consider the following techniques (see side bar):

Land Use Strategies LDR-1: Urban services will be required for all new development, including municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater management systems.

LDR-2: Though low density housing is the predominant use in most neighborhoods, healthy, balanced neighborhoods may also include other uses that support the needs of residents, including: • Parks and recreational facilities • Small municipal and institutional facilities (e.g. learning center, library, fire station, etc.)

• Community centers • Places of worship • Day care centers • Small pockets of higher-density residential (see MDR) • Small commercial that serves neighborhood needs LDR-3: The City will encourage and support the creation of neighborhood plans for growth areas and for existing neighborhoods experiencing redevelopment pressure, to proactively determine how varied housing types and uses can be appropriately integrated into the neighborhood, and to establish a unique identity for each neighborhood.

LDR-4: Infill development will protect the character of existing residential neighborhoods.

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A) The front door should face the street and there should be a clear route to the door from the street or sidewalk.

B) There should be windows on the street facade C) Building setbacks will vary according to building type and lot size, but should generally not exceed 30 feet.

D) Incorporate a covered front porch, or at least a raised stoop, preferably covered.

E) Utilize low fences, hedges, or other landscaping to establish a layer of privacy behind the sidewalk.

Relationship among buildings: Buildings within a neighborhood should be both cohesive and varied.

Consider the following techniques: A) Homes along a street should utilize similar setbacks to establish a consistent “street wall”.

B) Home sizes may vary along a street, but should utilize design techniques such as similar roof line heights and deeper setbacks for portions of wider houses to minimize apparent size variations.

C) The mix of architectural themes or styles should generally be consistent within a neighborhood, but repeated use of identical floorplans or colors is strongly discouraged, especially for adjacent buildings.

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Remodeling and Additions: Changes and additions to existing structures should complement the design of the existing structure.

Consider the following techniques: A) Select window types and proportions that match the rest of the house.

B) New exterior materials should match, or be complementary, to existing materials.

C) Avoid enclosing covered porches, when possible. If enclosing a covered porch, maintain the appearance of a porch, rather than attempting to blend the porch seamlessly with the rest of the house.

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Garages: Consider garage location and scale to avoid a “garage-scape� street appearance.

Landscaping: Provide generous landscaping, with an emphasis on native plant species, especially along street frontages.

Lighting: Exterior lights should be full-cut-off fixtures that are directed to the ground to minimize glare, light trespass and light pollution (see side bar).

Limited up-lighting is acceptable for architectural accentuation, flag lighting, and to highlight key civic features (e.g. church steeples).

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5.3 MDR - Medium Density Residential Medium Density Residential areas are intended for housing at densities exceeding five units per acre. Uses in this category include single-family detached, duplexes/ twin homes, townhouses, row houses, apartment buildings, and senior housing.

Suitable Zoning Districts R-2 (Multi Family Residential) Land Use Strategies MDR-1: MDR uses will generally be located where there is access to multiple transportation modes, including the bike and pedestrian network and transit services.

MDR-2: MDR uses will generally be located where there is convenient access to restaurants, retail and service businesses.

MDR-2: MDR uses are an appropriate transition use between commercial areas and Low Density Residential areas.

Design Strategies The City encourages residential projects (new construction and remodeling) to incorporate design strategies that will maintain neighborhood property values over time and enhance the social function and safety of the neighborhood. The following strategies apply mostly to multi-family formats - for higher density single-family developments, see the LDR design strategies.

Relationship to the Street: Buildings and sites should be designed to establish visual and physical connections between the public realm of the street and the private realm of the building, with layers of increasingly private space in between.

Consider the following techniques (see side bar): A) The front door should face the street and there should be a clear route to the door from the street or sidewalk.

B) There should be windows on the street facade C) Building setbacks will vary according to building type and lot size, but should generally not exceed 30 feet.

D) Utilize low fences, hedges, or other landscaping to establish a layer of privacy behind the sidewalk.

Relationship among buildings: Buildings within a neighborhood, or within a single development, should be both cohesive and varied.

Consider the following techniques: A) When adjacent to lower density residential buildings, larger buildings should incorporate strategies to minimize the apparent size of the building, including flat roofs instead of pitched roofs, deeper setbacks for upper stories, and/or variation in the depth of setback along the building facade.

B) The mix of architectural themes or styles should generally be consistent within a neighborhood or development, but there should be variation in floor plan, facade design, and color choice to avoid monotony.

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Garages: Street-facing garage doors should be avoided whenever possible. When necessary, streetfacing garages should be set back at least 10 feet behind the front faรงade of the building.

Landscaping: Provide generous landscaping, with an emphasis on native plant species, especially along street frontages. Use trees and low bushes in and around parking areas to partially obscure views of parking while retaining visual connections to maintain personal safety.

Lighting: Exterior lights should be full-cut-off fixtures that are directed to the ground to minimize glare, light trespass and light pollution. Limited uplighting is acceptable for architectural accentuation, flag lighting, and to highlight key civic features (e.g. church steeples).

This graphic illustrates how a multi-family building can use varying techniques to create a relationship to the street (See text for technique descriptions)

Common Open Space: Provide gardens, grass areas, and playgrounds to serve the needs of residents.

Service Areas: Trash and recycling containers, street-level mechanical, rooftop mechanical, and outdoor storage, should be located or screened so that they are not visible from a public street.

Screening should be compatible with building architecture and other site features. (see side bar)

These images provide good examples of screened services areas.

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5.3 MU - Mixed Use The Mixed Use area is intended to provide a unique mix of commercial, residential, public and related uses in a pedestrian-friendly environment. It is expected that the downtown area will continue to include a mix of retail and service commercial, office, institutional, higher density residential, public uses and/or park and recreation uses. Uses in the MU area are expected to be integrated both vertically and horizontally.

Suitable Zoning Districts C-1 (Commercial District) Land Use Strategies MU-1: Older buildings with architectural character and historical interest are important to the image of the entire community. The City encourages and supports adaptive reuse projects that retain and restore the historic character of the structure.

MU-2: Way-finding signage to key downtown locations is critical, especially for visitors. The City will develop a signage system from primary downtown entry points to key locations throughout the community.

Design Strategies The City encourages all new development in the downtown area to maintain the urban fabric and character.

Design Context and Architectural Character: New buildings should fit their context.

Consider the following techniques: A) The surrounding context, especially adjacent buildings, should always be documented and considered before design begins. City reviewers should require photos of this context during the review process.

level, awnings or canopies over entrances, etc.

C) It is not necessary to replicate historic architectural styles with new buildings, but there should be some consistency of the scale and rhythm of design features, such as windows and floor heights, that help fit a new building within a block of older buildings D) Building materials should be consistent with other nearby buildings. Brick and stone are strongly encouraged in most parts of downtown, but other quality, long-lasting materials may be appropriate in some places.

Building Height: Multi-story buildings are strongly encouraged on all mixed use sites.

Relationship to the Street: Buildings and sites should be designed to establish visual and physical connections between the public realm of the street and the private realm of the building.

Consider the following techniques (see side bar): A) In most cases there should be no setback from the sidewalk, though occasional partial setbacks to create usable space, as for an outdoor seating area, are acceptable.

B) The front door should face the primary street.

C) There should be clear vision windows on the street facade. Retail and service spaces should have large, clear windows that provide good visual connection between the building interior and the sidewalk.

Garages: Street-facing garage doors should be avoided whenever possible.

B) Buildings should incorporate architectural elements that provide visual interest and human scale, such as differentiation of the ground floor

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Parking: Front yard parking is not permitted.

Side yard parking should be separated from the sidewalk by a low fence or landscape buffer to partially obscure views of parking while retaining visual connections to maintain personal safety.

Landscaping: In places where the building is not at the front of the property line, hardscape improvements and native plants should be used to provide visual interest and a comfortable pedestrian environment.

Lighting: Exterior lights should be full-cutoff fixtures that are directed to the ground to minimize glare and light pollution, and especially to avoid light trespass to residential uses. Limited up-lighting is acceptable for architectural accentuation, flag lighting, and to highlight key civic features (e.g. church steeples).

Above are examples of landscaped street edges where the building is set back from the street. In some instances, the set back area includes outdoor seating areas.

Signs: Signs should be pedestrian-scaled. Desired sign types include building-mounted, window, projecting, monument and awning. Signs should not be excessive in height or square footage. (see side bar) Service Areas: Trash and recycling containers, street-level mechanical, rooftop mechanical, outdoor storage, and loading docks should be located or screened so that they are not visible from a public street. Screening should be compatible with building architecture and other site features.

Stormwater: Green roofs, permeable pavement and other stormwater management technologies should be utilized as feasible to filter pollutants and infiltrate or delay runoff.

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Preferred pedestrian-scaled sign alternatives

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5.3 C- Commercial Commercial areas are intended for retail, service, and office uses that serve neighborhood, community and regional markets. Examples include large retail and service businesses, offices, clinics and health care facilities, hotels, restaurants and entertainment businesses, storage, and automobile sales and services. The type and size of use will be determined by location and market forces.

Suitable Zoning Districts C-1 (Commercial District) Land Use Strategies C-1: Commercial areas should generally be served by public transit, a contiguous sidewalk network, and safe bike routes.

C-2: The City encourages and supports investment in small neighborhood commercial uses and sites in existing neighborhoods. Sites deemed no longer viable for commercial use should be considered for redevelopment with housing.

Design Strategies The City encourages for all commercial projects the use of design strategies that will maintain property values over time. This section offers different strategies for highway settings and neighborhood settings in some categories.

Relationship to the Street: The building should be designed such that the primary building facade is oriented towards the street (toward the larger street on corner lots) and should have a public entrance.

Architectural Character: The building should be designed using architectural elements that provide visual interest and a human scale that relates to the surrounding neighborhood context.

Building Materials: The building should be constructed of high quality, long lasting finish materials, especially along prominent facades with frequent customer traffic.

Building Projections: Canopies, awnings, and/or gableroof projections should be provided along facades that give access to the building. (see side bar) Signs: Signs should be not larger or taller than necessary based on the context of the site, and within the limits established by the zoning ordinance.

Highway commercial: desired sign types include building-mounted, monument.

Neighborhood commercial: desired sign types include building-mounted, window, projecting, monument and awning.

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Parking: Front yard parking should be limited; side yard, rear yard, or below building alternatives are preferred. Shared parking and access between properties is encouraged to minimize curb cuts and make more efficient use of land and paved surfaces.

Landscaping and trees should be incorporated into all surface parking areas to improve aesthetic and environmental performance. Vegetative buffers should be provided between pedestrian circulation routes and vehicular parking/circulation. Access drive lanes should be separated from parking stalls to reduce congestion. (see side bar)

Lighting: Exterior lights should be full-cut-off fixtures that are directed to the ground to minimize glare and light pollution, and especially to avoid light trespass to nearby residential property. Limited uplighting is acceptable for architectural accentuation, flag lighting, and to highlight key civic features (e.g. church steeples).

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Landscaping: Generous landscaping should be provided with an emphasis on native plant species.

Landscaping should be places along street frontages, between incompatible land uses, along parking areas, and in islands of larger parking lots. Use trees and low bushes in and around parking areas to partially obscure views of parking while retaining visual connections to maintain personal safety. (see side bar)

Awnings (left) or canopy structures (right) help define the building entrances and provide visual interest along the street frontage.

The above concept illustrates shared parking between two developments connected by an access drive, and includes vegetative buffers along all pedestrian routes.

Stormwater: Rain gardens, bio-retention basins, permeable pavement and other stormwater management technologies should be utilized to filter pollutants and infiltrate runoff.

Service Areas: Trash and recycling containers, streetlevel mechanical, rooftop mechanical, outdoor storage, and loading docks should be located or screened so that they are not visible from a public street. Screening should be compatible with building architecture and other site features.

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The examples above illustrate ways to landscape parking areas, including along the street frontage, in parking islands and medians, and between incompatible land uses.

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5.3 I- Industrial Industrial areas are intended for light or heavy manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, wholesale trade, accessory offices, and similar uses. Industrial areas are typically larger, individual sites not part of a larger business park.

Suitable Zoning Districts I-1 (General Industrial District) Land Use Strategies I-1: Industrial areas should be located near regional transportation routes.

P - Public and Institutional Public and institutional areas are intended for churches, schools, cemeteries, art and cultural facilities, local government facilities and other parcels that are owned by a public or quasi-public entity. This category does not include parks and recreation areas.

Suitable Zoning Districts These uses are permitted in almost all zoning districts.

Land Use Strategies P-1: Decommissioned public properties, such as schools, should be reused or redeveloped in ways compatible with the surrounding neighborhood.

Design Strategies Many public and institutional uses are located in or next to residential areas. The following strategies are intended to mitigate negative impacts on surrounding uses.

Traffic and Parking: Parking and driveway access should be designed to minimize the impacts of vehicle headlights, congestion, and aesthetic appearance on the surrounding neighborhood. Parking lots should be buffered from adjacent residential uses by a landscaping buffer that blocks headlights and the view of parked cars.

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Landscaping: Buildings that are much larger than surrounding residential uses should utilize landscaping to mitigate the apparent size of the building. This can include a combination of planting beds, foundation plantings, ornamental shrubs and trees, and shade trees that will help the larger structures blend into the neighborhood.

Lighting: Exterior lights should be full-cut-off fixtures that are directed to the ground to minimize glare and prevent all light trespass to adjacent residential uses.

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CHAPTER 5 LAND USE OS - Open Space/Floodway Open Space areas are intended for preservation of natural areas and flood mitigation. OS lands are owned by the City, County, or State.

Suitable Zoning Districts This use is permitted in almost all zoning districts.

Land Use Strategies OS -1: Existing natural areas identified as Open Space are to be preserved. Limited access should be provided to foster awareness and appreciation for the area.

Prk - Parks and Recreation Park and Recreation areas are intended for active and passive recreation uses or preservation of natural areas.

Park lands are owned by the City, County or State.

Suitable Zoning Districts This use is permitted in almost all zoning districts.

Land Use Strategies Prk -1: The development and improvement of future Parks areas should be focused on waterfront areas and areas in the flood plain or areas that are susceptible to flood waters.

URA - Urban Reserve Area This land use category includes areas that are generally in agricultural or open space use but may be in the path of urban development beyond the planning horizon contained in this plan.

Suitable Zoning Districts This use is permitted in almost all zoning districts.

Land Use Strategies URA-1: These areas should be reserved for long-term urban development.

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DEVELOPMENT CONCEPTS

Overview This section identifies specific public and private projects and design guidelines that would enhance the Downtown and other areas of the community, consistent with the more general goals, objectives, and strategies in this plan.

Desired General Characteristics In general, desirable characteristics of future (re)development in Keithsburg include: • High-quality architecture and site design • Walkability • Streetscaping and pedestrian/bicycle amenities • Public open spaces • Preservation of historic character • Focal points and gathering places • Interconnected blocks • On-street parking and “out of view” off-street parking • Mixed-use buildings • Landscaping and street trees Recommended uses could include: • Restaurants and entertainment businesses • Boutiques and specialty stores • Upper story multi-family • Food stores • Public open spaces and plazas • Cafes and bakeries • Service businesses including salons, launderers, tailors, etc.

• Cultural centers and art galleries • Community centers and social service agencies • Small business/non-profit incubators • Offices • Live/work spaces • Commercial lodging and meeting space • Music venues • Educational/government/institutional branch offices

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FEMA generally allowable land uses of acquired open space are: ♦ Vegetative site stabilization, natural dune restoration, agricultural cultivation, and grazing; ♦ Public picnic shelters, pavilions, and gazebos with associated foundations, provided the structures do not have walls; ♦ Public restrooms; ♦ Small-scale recreational courts, ball fields, golf courses, and bike and walking paths; ♦ Campgrounds if adequate warning will be provided to allow for evacuation; ♦ Installation of signs when designed not to trap debris; ♦ Unimproved, unpaved parking areas consistent with open space uses; ♦ Unpaved access roads, driveways, and camping pads limited to those necessary to serve the acceptable uses on acquired property. Existing paved roads can be reused for these purposes; ♦ Small boat ramps, docks, and piers to serve a public recreational use; ♦ Drainage facilities intended to service onsite needs; ♦ Construction activities, excavation, and other minor flood control structures necessary to create areas for water detention/retention including wetlands restoration or restoration of natural floodplain floodwater storage functions; ♦ Sewer, water, and power to serve the allowable uses and sewer, water, and power line crossings where there is no floodwater obstruction created and there are no other readily available locations for these systems; and ♦ Simple structures used exclusively for agricultural purposes in connection with the production, harvesting, storage, drying, or raising of certain agricultural commodities, including livestock, such as a pole-frame building (any such structure cannot be constructed so as to make it eligible for NFIP insurance), and steel grain bins and steelframe corn cribs.

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CHAPTER 5 LAND USE Development Concepts There are several ideal structures that could be erected or revamped for a particular use in Keithsburg. Listed below are suggestions for infill development and new development locations and possible usages based on feedback from public participation and land use workshops. (See Appendix B for Larger Format Concept Designs and Maps)

Recommended uses for FEMA buyout properties could include: (no permanent structures) • 9 hole golf course • Nature trail system/Wetland reserve • Campground expansion • Community Farming/Urban Gardens

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5.4 Development Concepts 1 Infill

Downtown Mixed Use Development There are many empty lots in downtown Keithsburg. This is an empty canvas that is a great opportunity to introduce mixed use to the downtown area. The new mixed use structure can house many different kinds of businesses from small boutique shops to general merchandise stores. i.e. Dollar General. Upper story should provide competitively priced housing through rental apartments or condos or a mix.

2 Golf Course or Trail System in Floodway The proposed golf course or tail system concept is on FEMA buyout property that is restricted to use that is acceptable in Open Space land use. This area is composed of lower topography compared to the rest of the community which makes this area vulnerable to flooding in heavy rain events. This area is close to the center of town and ideal for a trail system or golf course because of the flood risk. Keeping this land undeveloped will also help mitigate flooding in the future by giving flood water a place to rise and recede naturally.

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3 Infill of Low and Medium Density

There is an opportunity for growth in housing stock less than $50,000 and $100,000 and up. The lower affordable range ($50,000 and less) could be best met with more available rental units and is an ideal housing type for Mixed Use. The existing senior housing facility has a waiting list. Any new rental units should address the needs of not only low to moderate income residents but also seniors. New housing stock would be a great fit for the $100,000 and up range and could be used for infill lots or a new development with homes in that price range.

Home Value $0-$49,999 Home Value $100,000-$149,999 Home Value $150,000-$199,999 Homes Value $200,000+

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DESIGN GUIDELINE CONSIDERATIONS

Design Guidelines for Buildings and Sites This plan recommends the adoption of more detailed design guidelines for the downtown area. These pages present the basic categories that should be addressed by any such guidelines and some specific sample guidelines to inform the development of adopted standards.

• Street Relationship: Design the building such that the primary building façade is orientated towards the street and built to the front property line. Minor setbacks may be allowed if space created provides an outdoor seating area, a hardscape plaza, or similar pedestrian space.

Provide a public entrance on the primary façade.

Portion of the building is set back from the street, allowing extra room for a larger pedestrian zone.

• Lighting: Pick fixtures that complement the character of the building. Illuminate parking lots and pedestrian walkways uniformly and to the minimum level necessary to ensure safety.

Lighting should be energy efficient and should render colors as accurately as possible. Preferred light types include: LED, fluorescent, and highpressure sodium.

Examples of full cutoff fixtures that minimize glare and light pollution.

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• Landscaping: Provide generous landscaping, with an emphasis on native plant species.

Landscaping should be placed along street frontages, between incompatible land uses, along parking areas, and in islands of larger parking lots.

• Stormwater: Use rain gardens and bio-retention basins on-site (i.e. in parking islands) in order to filter pollutants and infiltrate runoff, wherever feasible. Consider using permeable surfaces, pervious asphalt, pervious concrete, and/or special paving blocks.

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• Parking: Place parking on the side or back of the building, wherever feasible. Provide shared parking and access between properties to minimize the number of curb cuts. Provide vegetative buffers between pedestrian circulation routes and vehicular parking/circulation. Access drive lanes should have adequate throat depths to allow for proper vehicle stacking.

An example of parking being shared between two developments with parking limited to the side or rear yards (no front yard parking).

Trees and shrubs within and around parking areas greatly improve the aesthetic appearance and overall pedestrian experience.

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• Service Areas: Trash and recycling containers/ dumpsters, street-level mechanical, rooftop mechanical, outdoor storage, and loading docks should be located or screened so that they are not visible from a public street. Screening should be compatible with building architecture and other site features.

• Scale & Articulation: Design the building using architectural elements that provides visual interest and human scale that relates to the surrounding neighborhood context and the downtown’s overall character.

• Windows, Doors & Garages: Buildings should activate the street by providing significant visibility through the street-level facade to activities/displays within the building. Clearly define door entryways and design garage doors to be screened from street view (i.e. not on street facade, landscaping, walls), to the greatest extent possible.

• Building Projections: Canopies and awnings should be provided along facades that give access to the building.

• Signage: Use pedestrian-scaled sign types: buildingmounted, window, projecting, monument, and awning. Signs should not be excessive in height or square footage.

• Colors & Materials: Use high-quality, long-lasting finish materials such as kiln-fired brick, stucco, and wood. All exposed sides of the building should have similar or complementary materials and paint colors as used on the front façade.

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Example of a building facade screening rooftop mechanical from ground view.

Desired verticallyproportioned buildings.

An example of large windows providing significant visibility into the building.

A good example of mounted awnings placed below the horizontal expression line.

Free-standing and roof signs are not conducive for a downtown, pedestrian-friendly district.

Examples of secondary facades continuing the design quality, material palette, and color palette of the primary facade.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 Implementation & Action Plan Appendix A This chapter outlines how the vision of the Plan is implemented in everyday decisions and annual goalAppendix B setting and budgeting, and how the Plan should be when necessary. The Chapter also provides Appendix C amended a plan for implementing the action items described in Chapter 4, including when it should be completed.

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GUIDING DAILY DECISIONS

City Roles & Responsibilities Responsibility for implementing this plan lies primarily with Planning Commission, City Council and City Staff.

City Council City Council sets priorities, controls budgets and tax rates, and often has the final say on key aspects of public and private development projects. The value and legitimacy of this plan is directly related to the degree to which Council members are aware of the plan and expect City actions to be consistent with this plan. Each Council member should have a copy of this plan and should be familiar with the major goals and objectives described herein.

City Council should expect and require that staff recommendations and actions both reference and remain consistent with this plan.

Planning Commission Land use and development recommendations are a core component of this plan, and the Planning Commission has a major role in guiding those decisions. Planning Commission members shall each have of a copy of this plan and shall be familiar with its content, especially Chapter 5: Land Use. It is generally the responsibility of Planning Commission to determine whether proposed projects are consistent with this plan, and to make decisions and recommendations that are consistent with this plan. In cases where actions that are inconsistent with this plan are deemed to be in the best interest of the City, the Planning Commission should initiate efforts to amend the plan to better reflect City interests. This will help to reinforce the legitimacy of the plan as an important tool in City functions.

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City Staff City staff have a significant influence on the selection and completion of all kinds of capital and operational projects. It is imperative that individuals in key roles know about, support, and actively work to implement the various strategies and actions in this plan.

Specifically, the following people should consult and reference the comprehensive plan during goalsetting and budgeting processes, during planning for major public projects, and in the review of private development projects: • City Clerk • Public Works Director • Treasurer These key staff members are expected to know and track the various goals, objectives, strategies and actions laid out in this plan, and to reference that content as appropriate in communications with residents and elected and appointed officials. All other staff should also be aware of the plan and the connections between the plan and City projects.

The purpose of this extra effort is to strengthen staff recommendations and reinforce the plan as a relevant tool integral to City functions.

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Education and Advocacy

Utilizing Existing Tools

Implementation of this plan also depends, to a great degree, on the actions and decisions of entities other than City government. Some responsible parties that the City of Keithsburg does not control or direct include, but are not limited to: • City of Aledo • City of New Boston • Mercer County • Illinois Department of Transportation • Army Corps of Engineers • Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Many of the strategies identified in this plan presume the use of existing City ordinances and programs. The City’s key implementation tools include:

It is necessary to persuade these entities to be active partners in the implementation of the goals, objectives, and strategies of this plan. The following City activities can support this effort: • Share this plan with each organization, including a memo highlighting sections of the plan that anticipate collaboration between the City and the organization.

• Take the lead role in establishing a collaboration • Know and communicate the intent of relevant objectives and strategies - partner organizations need to understand and buy in to the rationale before they will act.

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Operational Tools • Annual Goal-Setting Process • Annual Budget Process • Capital Improvement Plan (Recommended) Regulatory Tools • Land Use Regulations (includes landscape and architectural regulations) • Site Design Standards • Historic Preservation Ordinance • Building and Housing Codes Funding tools • Tax Abatement • Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) Districts • State and Federal Grant Programs • Storm Water Utility (Recommended)

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GUIDING ANNUAL DECISIONS

Annual Report

Link to Annual Goals and Budget

To provide lasting value and influence, this plan must be used and referenced regularly, especially during budgeting and goal setting processes. To inform these annual processes, City staff will prepare a concise Comprehensive Plan Annual Report with input from the City staff and the planning commission, the following information:

The most important opportunity for this plan to influence the growth and improvement of the City is through the annual goal-setting, budgeting and capital planning processes. These existing annual efforts determine what projects will and will not be pursued by the City, and so it is very important to integrate this plan into those processes every year.

• Action items in progress or completed during the prior 12 months (celebrate success!)

The compilation of actions in the next section is a resource to support decisions about how and where to invest the City’s limited resources. The Annual Report should draw from these actions.

• Staff recommendations for action items to pursue during the next 12 months.

• City actions and decisions during the past 12 months not consistent with the plan (if any).

• Staff recommendations for any amendments to the adopted plan.

Plan Commission should make formal recommendations for Council consideration, identifying those choices and commitments most likely to further the goals and objectives identified in this plan.

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September - Council holds a public hearing and considers adoption of any comprehensive plan amendments.

November - City Council Goal Setting December to February - Budget preparation process March - Budget Adopted

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PRELIMINARY PLAN 2014-2016

About Preliminary Plan 2014-2016 This preliminary action plan identifies those items deemed most important for immediate action in the next 24 months, but it does not preclude the possibility that motivated individuals and organizations may begin working on other action items consistent with the goals and objectives of the plan. This action plan should be posted in a prominent place, referred to regularly, and updated on an annual or biannual basis following a review of the goals described in the comprehensive plan and an evaluation of progress toward those goals.

Improve the City’s Ability to Implement the Comprehensive Plan Develop and adopt a Capital Improvements Plan, to be reviewed annually.

Timeframe: 2014, Annual Responsible Party: City Departments & City Council Appoint a Planning Commission to guide development and land use recommendations.

Update Subdivision Ordinance as necessary to establish consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, especially regarding transportation improvements, public and private utilities, conservation and development subdivision design options.

Timeframe: 2014-2015 Responsible Party: Planning Commission & City Council Adopt International Property Maintenance Code and develop a plan for proactive local enforcement of Village property ordinances Timeframe: 2014-2015 Responsible Party: City Council

Establish Keithsburg Improvement Priorities Complete a Stormwater Engineering Study and investigation.

Timeframe: 2014, Annual Responsible Party: City Council

Timeframe: 2015-2016 Responsible Party: Engineer, Public Works & City Council

Update Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map as necessary to establish consistency with the Comprehensive Plan.

Complete a system wide Wastewater Treatment Facility Engineering Study and investigation.

Timeframe: 2014 Responsible Party: Consultant, Commission & City Council

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Timeframe: 2015-2016 Responsible Party: Engineer, Public Works & City Council Prioritize sections of the City for sidewalk maintenance and installation and proactively react to needed improvements.

Timeframe: 2015-2016 Responsible Party: Public Works & City Council

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Improve the City’s Financial Support Implement a Stormwater Utility Fee to help pay for future stormwater projects.

Timeframe: 2015-2016 Responsible Party: Planning Commission & City Council Develop a sustainable funding source to address tear-down and acquisition of abandoned properties (e.g. a percentage of code violation fee).

Timeframe: 2015-2016 Responsible Party: Public Works & City Council

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ACTION PLAN

Housing Guiding Principles I. Keithsburg will encourage a mix of quality housing alternatives including apartments, townhomes and condos that are affordable and attractive to a variety of income levels, as well as senior living.

II. The City will strengthen community character by encouraging the demolition or maintenance and improvement of the existing housing stock and properties throughout the community based on the level of degradation.

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Evaluate inclusionary housing ordinances that provide incnetives to development with certain percentages of affordable housing (including waiving taxes on affordable portions of developments).

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Evaluate the use of density bonuses for mixed price points or affordable housing units.

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Update land development ordinances to require compenents of tradional neighborhood design and consideration of existing neighborhood context.

Develop a sustainable funding source to address the residential tear-down and acquisition of abandoned properties (e.g. a percentage of code violation fee).

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Explore incentives to promote rehabiltiation of existing housing.

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Evaluate tax abatement and other incentives for new housing and redevelopment of existing housing to ensure they remain effective in promoting residential development.

Evaluate surrounding connumities' incentive programs for residential development to ensure Keithsburg remains competitive in housing development.

Adopt the International Property Maintenance Code and develop a plan for proactive local enforcement of City property ordinances.

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Mobility & Transportation Guiding Principles I. Ensure that all areas of the community are accessible by a network of sidewalks and trails.

II. The City will provide a safe and controlled environment for vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists.

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Action Develop a City-wide Bike and Pedestrian Plan to establish a contiguous, safe network of on-street and off-street bike and pedestrian routes.

Prioritize sections of the City for sidewalk maintenance and installation and proactively react to b needed improvements.

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c Increase accessibility throughout the community by increased installation of ADA curb ramps.

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Assess need for bike racks throughout the community.

h Continue to develop trail systems and interconnectivity to the park and other areas of town. River and regional trail connections are a priority.

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6.4 Economic Development Guiding Principles I. The City of Keithsburg will facilitate strategic economic growth within the City and increase the

retail and service options available to residents and visitors.

II. Revitalize and continue to focus on the downtown as the commercial center of the community.

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Identify and plan for infrastructure investments required to make priority development/redevelopment sites more competitive for economic development.

Identify funding sources and mechanisms for public realm and capital improvements to support economic development Upgrade the City website to emphasize the assets of Keithsburg as a vibrant, modern community with a rich history and an exceptional quality of life.

Develop an easy to understand “one-stop-shop” for economic development on the City website, with links to partner resources.

Aggressively pursue grants and resources to improve infrastructure.

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Participate in monthly communications with key stakeholders (e.g. Mercer County, Aledo and other surrounding communities) to discuss the future of the area and maintain an open dialogue.

Complete periodic review of “business friendliness” as compared to comparable cities, including tax rate, utility rates, and regulatory processes.

Create and enhance entry features to the community and to the downtown (e.g. landscaping, signage, banners, etc.).

Construct and maintain interpretive signage at key attraction locations to further promote the assets of the community.

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Adopt a Vacant Building Ordinance to better manage and maintain the City’s vacant building stock through a mandatory annual license and fee. The program should support the costs of inspections and maintenance enforcement, and it should both prevent and help pay for emergency actions to protect public safety, including demolition.

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Agriculture & Natural Resources Guiding Principles I. Protect and enhance the river front and natural settings unique to the character of the area in and around Keithsburg.

II. Enhance the natural recreational resources.

Short-Term Mid-Term Long-Term

Action Develop a “GreenPrint� for creating an interconnected greenway system of parks and open spaces

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a (FEMA buyout property is a good use for greenway system). b

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c

Consider the adoption of best management practices (BMPs) for stormwater management and lowimpact development.

Consider the adoption of regulations for conservation and restoration of natural features during development review.

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6.4 Community Facilities & Services Guiding Principles I. Establish and maintain reliable and high quality services, utilities and facilities.

II. Keithsburg will work to create a Capital Improvements Plan to address large infrastructure projects needed in the City of Keithsburg.

Short-Term Mid-Term Long-Term

a

Continue to facilitate and improve park and recreation facilities, programs, amenities and special events.

b

Promote shared usage of public facilities (e.g. school playgrounds for public use).

c

Improve supply of information (interpretive signage, websites, online forms, maps, etc.) at and for community facilities and key attractions.

Community Facilities & Srevices Actions

Action

d

Pursue grants to update community facilities.

e

Creation of local and regional trail system.

f

Conduct regular review of sewer/water capacities to serve future growth and development.

g

Pursue shared services among governmental agencies as opportunities arise.

h

Evaluate parks for compliance with ADA II standards and prepare a transition plan to make necessary changes over time.

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Community Character Guiding Principles I. The City of Keithsburg will strive for more festivals and activities throughout the year for the enrichment of the citizens and those visiting from outside of the community.

II. The City will have quality, planned development of infill and new development areas that reinforces the character and value of the existing community.

Short-Term Mid-Term Long-Term

Action

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a Continue to support the historic preservation. b Continue to develop cohesive historic way-finding signage. c Lead the drive for encouraging positive outcomes and attitudes. d Encourage use of public spaces/streets for outside festivals and events.

Evaluate public activities and services that are friendly or attractive to the young professionals and

Community Character Actions

e families.

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6.4 Hazards Guiding Principles I. Keithsburg will minimize the vulnerability of people and their property to flood waters.

II. The City will promote education and awareness regarding hazards and risks in the community.

Short-Term Mid-Term Long-Term

Action

2014-2019

a

Develop a Disaster Recovery Plan.

b

Develop and adopt a Recovery and Reconstruction Ordinance.

c

Conduct Disaster Recovery Plan table-top exercises.

d

Examine alternative back-up strategies for necessary systems, if there are none already in place.

e

Coordinate with the Mercer County Emergency Manager to develop a sustainable Community Organization Active in Disaster (COAD) to build a framework for meeting disaster victims’ needs.

Identify a Disaster Victim Assistance Officer to partner with the County EMA in advocating for quick disbursement of Other Needs Assistance and Disaster Case Management Funds.

Actively participate in Flood Awareness Month, National Preparedness Month and Iowa Severe Weather Awareness Week activities.

Work with the Mercer County Emergency Management Agency to continue to update and disseminate free disaster preparedness materials for individuals and businesses.

f

Hazards Actions

g

h i

Conduct a public facilities audit for potential disaster impacts and implement mitigation strategies.

j

Implement mitigation strategies outlined in the State of Illinois Hazard Mitigation Plan.

k

If needed purchase easements to preserve the natural floodway.

l

Evaluate redundant capabilities of water, sewer, electric, gas and other utility systems to reduce or eliminate outages in the event of a disaster.

m

Bury power lines when possible.

n

Identify areas to be protected (existing development) versus areas to be preserved (natural/open space opportunities).

Collaborate with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers to identify and implement the most appropriate flood mitigation strategies for the Downtown.

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Collaboration & Partnerships Guiding Principles

I. Keithsburg will maintain mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships with neighboring municipalities, counties, WIRC and federal and state agencies.

Short-Term Mid-Term Long-Term

Action Assemble a joint task force with Aledo and other neighboring communities to explore the concept of

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a shared economic development investments coupled with shared tax revenues.

b Develop an official City policy on the use of public incentives to support private development. c

Collaboration & Partnerships Actions

d

Host monthly meetings with regional partners to explore ways in which collaboration on programs or services can improve quality, access, and efficiency.

Communicate with other jurisdictions whenever service contracts or major capital improvements are up for consideration, to identify cost savings opportunities through partnerships and shared services.

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6.5

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Financial Support The use of funding through grants, loans and other programs is a crucial piece to make the implementation in this comprehensive plan a reality. Aside from loans and grants there are also programs that can help to alleviate the cost of future projects through fees and financing programs such as a Stormwater Utility Fee or a Tax Increment Finance District (TIF). Starting on page 6-17 there is a list of some opportunities in the State of Illinois for funding along with programs that can be established on a local level such as a TIF district.

There are other programs available beyond this list and the dates and stipulations for each program should be reviewed each fiscal year to follow any changes made to the program.

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APPENDIX A – FUNDING PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS Funding Programs by Category

Maximum Award

Application Due Date

Granting Agency

Reimbursement program; 100% funded.

Infrastructure project must be $25,000 and over; noninfrastructure projects must be $10,000 and over.

January-March applications available.

Due in April. Submit every 2 years, next is 2014.

Illinois Department of Transportation

BIKE/PEDESTRIAN Safe Routes to School (SRTS)  Safe Routes to School SRTS) programs encourage children ages K-8 to walk and bike to school by creating safer walking and biking routes.  Eligible projects/activities must focus on children in kindergarten through eighth grades. Projects must be within a twomile radius of any elementary or middle school.

Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)  Provision of facilities for Construction projects pedestrians/bicycles must be $200,000 and over.  Provision of safety and educational activities for pedestrians & bicyclists  Preservation of abandoned railway corridors (including the conversion and use thereof for pedestrian or bicycle trails)

Illinois Department of Transportation

All other projects must be $25,000 (federal share) and over.

 Historic Preservation  Rehabilitation/operation of historic transportation buildings (including historic railroad facilities and canals)*  Establishment of transportation museums  Acquisition of scenic easements and scenic or historic sites  Scenic or historic highway programs (including the provision of tourists and welcome center facilities)

Reimbursement program to project sponsor.

 Landscaping and other scenic beautification  Control and removal of outdoor advertising  Environmental mitigation of water pollution due to highway run-off or reduce vehicle caused wildlife mortality  Archeological planning and research

20% local match funds required.

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6.5Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan 2013 Funding Programs by Category

Maximum Award

Application Due Date

Granting Agency

Grant applications accepted January 1st thru July 1st.

Illinois Environmental Protection Agency

BROWNFIELDS/REDEVELOPMENT Municipal Brownfield Development Grant (MBRG)  Provides funding for properties Maximum grant contaminated or suspected of being amount that may be contaminated by petroleum, hazardous initially requested is waste, or both $120,000, with no more than $240,000 available per  Funds can be used for implementation of municipality remediation activities PUBLIC/COMMUNITY FACILITIES Community Development Assistance Program (CDAP)  This program assists communities by providing grants to local governments to help them in financing economic development projects, public facilities and housing rehabilitation

Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO)

 The program is targeted to assist low-tomoderate income people by creating job opportunities and improving the quality of their living environment Public Infrastructure (Design Engineering)  Funding priority is water, sewer, and Local governments may storm sewer projects request grant funds up to $100,000 for design engineering activities Public Infrastructure (Construction)  Funding priority is water, sanitary and storm sewer projects  Local governments needing to improve public infrastructure and eliminate conditions detrimental to public health, safety and public welfare Housing Program  Single Family Owner Occupied Housing  Monies used to upgrade existing housing stock in the communities

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Must be submitted on a specific day in May of each year

DCEO

May request grant funds up to $350,000 for Public Facilities to undertake projects designed to alleviate these conditions

Must be submitted on a specific day in February of each year

DCEO

May request grant funds up to $350,000.

Must be submitted on a specific day in January of each year

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Maximum Award

Public Infrastructure Emergency Set-aside  Funding priority is water and sanitary and Local governments may storm sewer projects request grant funds up to $100,000 for design  When emergencies strike, communities engineering activities may apply for funds to under-take projects that improve public infrastructure and eliminate conditions detrimental to health, safety and public welfare Water & Waste Water Disposal Loan & Grant Programs  Funds may be used to: Construct, Assistance for up to improve or expand rural water, sanitary 75% of project costs . sewage, solid waste and storm May be used in wastewater disposal systems combination with other federal assistance.  Public bodies such as a Village, county, district or other political sub-division; an organization operated on a nonfor0profit basis, such as an association, cooperative, or private corporation are eligible to apply.

Application Due Date

Granting Agency

May be submitted at any time

DCEO

Pre-applications accepted from October 1st thru December 31st

US Department of Agriculture Rural Development

Open application timeframe

US Department of Agriculture Rural Development

 40 year loan term is available  Can assist in the development of essential water and waste projects Community Facilities Loans and Grants  Provides loans, grants and loan guarantees for projects to develop essential community facilities for public use in rural areas.

Suggested funding request be for $99,000 or less.

 Non-for-profit corporations, public bodies, small rural communities are eligible to apply ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Rural Business Enterprise Grants (RBEG)  Provides grants for rural projects that finance and facilitate development of small and emerging rural businesses

Suggested funding request be for $99,000 or less.

US Department of Agriculture Rural Development

Designed to provide up to 50% state matching funds

Illinois Department of Transportation

 Non-for-profit corporations, public bodies, small rural communities are eligible to apply Economic Development Program  Provides states assistance in improving highway access to new or expanding industrial distribution or tourism developments  Focuses on retention and creation of primary jobs

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6.5 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan 2013 Funding Programs by Category

Maximum Award

Application Due Date

Granting Agency

TRANSPORTATION Truck Access Route Program (TARP)  Assists local government agencies in upgrading highways to accommodate 80,000-pound trucks

State provides $45,000 per lane-mile and $22,000 per intersection or up to 50% of the entire project, wherever is less. State's share not to exceed $900,000.

Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)  Provision of facilities for Construction projects must be $200,000 and pedestrians/bicycles over.  Provision of safety and educational activities for pedestrians & bicyclists

 Preservation of abandoned railway corridors (including the conversion and use thereof for pedestrian or bicycle trails)

All other projects must be $25,000 (federal share) and over.

 Historic Preservation  Rehabilitation/operation of historic transportation buildings (including historic railroad facilities and canals)*  Establishment of transportation museums  Acquisition of scenic easements and scenic or historic sites  Scenic or historic highway programs (including the provision of tourist and welcome center facilities)  Landscaping and other scenic beautification  Control and removal of outdoor advertising  Environmental mitigation of water pollution due to highway run-off or reduce vehicle caused wildlife mortality  Archeological planning and research

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Reimbursement program to project sponsor.

20% local match funds required.

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CHAPTER 6 of Gifford, Illinois IMPLEMENTATIONVillage & ACTION PLAN Funding Programs by Category

Maximum Award

Application Due Date

Granting Agency

Written application must be submitted to IDNR between May 1 and July 1 of each year.

IDNR

Written application must be submitted to IDNR between May 1 and July 1 of each year.

IDNR

PARKS & RECREATION Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development Program (OSLAD)  Provides funding assistance to local Funding assistance up government agencies for acquisition to 50% of approved and/or development of land for public project cost. Up to parks and open space. $750,000 available for acquisition projects.

Maximum of $400,000 for development/ renovation projects.

Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)  Provides funding assistance to local government agencies for acquisition and/or development of land for public parks and open space.

Funding assistance up to 50% of approved project cost. Up to $750,000 available for acquisition projects.

Maximum of $400,000 for development/ renovation projects.

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6.6

AMENDING THE PLAN

Plan Monitoring, Amending and Updating Although this Plan is intended to guide decisions and actions by the City over the next 10 to 20 years, it is impossible to accurately predict future conditions in the City. Amendments may be appropriate from time to time, particularly if emerging issues or trends render aspects of the plan irrelevant or inappropriate. The City may be faced with an opportunity, such as a development proposal, that does not fit the plan but is widely viewed to be appropriate for the City. Should the City wish to approve such an opportunity, it should first amend the plan so that the decision is consistent with the plan.

Such amendments should be carefully considered and should not become the standard response to proposals that do not fit the plan. Frequent amendments to meet individual development proposals threaten the integrity of the plan and the planning process and should be avoided.

change, but the plan itself should be fully updated well before 2033. Unlike an amendment, the plan update is a major re-write of the plan document and supporting maps. The purpose of the update is to incorporate new data and to ensure, through a process of new data evaluation and new public dialogue, that the plan remains relevant to current conditions and decisions. An update every ten years is recommended, though the availability of new Census or mapping data and/or a series of significant changes in the community may justify an update after less than ten years.

Any changes to the plan text or maps constitute amendments to the plan and should follow a standard process as described in the following section.

Amendments may be proposed by either the City Council or the Plan Commission, though a land owner or developer may also petition Plan Commission to introduce an amendment on their behalf.

Amendments may be made at any time using this process, however in most cases the City should not amend the plan more than once per year. A common and recommended approach is to establish a consistent annual schedule for consideration of amendments.

This process can begin with a joint meeting of the Plan Commission and City Council (January), followed by Plan Commission recommendation (February), then public notice procedures leading to a public hearing and vote on adoption by City Council (March or April).

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Plan Amendment Process In the years between major plan updates it may be necessary or desirable to amend this plan. A straightforward amendment, such as a strategy or future land use map revision for which there is broad support, can be completed in about six to eight weeks through the following process.

Step One A change is proposed by City Council, Plan Commission, or staff and is placed on the Plan Commission agenda for preliminary consideration. Private individuals (landowners, developers, others) can request an amendment through the Development & Parks Director, who will forward the request to Plan Commission for consideration. Plan Commission decides if and how to proceed, and may direct staff to prepare or revise the proposed amendment.

Step Four Staff completes the plan amendment as approved, including an entry in the plan’s amendment log. A revised PDF copy of the plan is posted to the City web site and replacement or supplement pages are issued to City staff and officials who hold hard copies of the plan.

Step Two When Plan Commission has formally recommended an amendment, a City Council public hearing is scheduled and at least two weeks public notice is published. Notice of the proposed amendment should also be transmitted as appropriate to other entities that may be affected by or interested in the change, such as the City of Pleasant Hills, Des Moines Waterworks, SE Polk Community School District or Polk County.

Step Three City Council hears formal comments on the proposed amendment, considers any edits to the amendment, then considers adoption of the amendment.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 Appendix A Community Indicators Report Appendix B The Community Indicators Report is a summary of current conditions and recent trends in Keithsburg, Appendix C based on the best available data. The purpose of these indicators is to enable informed choices about the future of the City. This report is included as an appendix to the comprehensive plan so that it may be easily updated from time to time as new data becomes available.

Page A.1 Demographics A-2 A.2 Housing A-4 A.3 Mobility & Transportation A-8 A.4 Economic Prosperity A-12 A.5 Agriculture & Natural Resources A-16 A.6 Community Facilities & Services A-20 A.7 Community Character A-24 A.8 Collaboration & Partnerships A-26 A.9 Land Use A-28

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DEMOGRAPHICS

About the Data These indicators utilize a mixture of local, county, state, and federal data sources. The U.S. Census has historically been a key source of data for many community indicators. Much of the information previously collected by the decennial U.S. Census is now collected only by the American Community Survey (ACS). The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects sample data every year and reports estimates of population and housing characteristics. For communities smaller than 20,000 people, the best available estimates are reported as rolling averages over 5-year periods – they indicate average conditions over the reporting period rather than a snapshot of a single point of time. Because the ACS estimates are based on a sample of the population, they include some error.

The margin of error is reported for each estimate, and is an indication of how reliable the estimate is. As a general rule, the ACS data is quite reliable at the State level, generally reliable at the County level, and less reliable at the municipal level. The margin of error makes the data much more difficult to interpret. To simplify tables in this plan, the reliability of each value is indicated simply by the formatting of the text. For each ACS estimate, the margin of error is divided by the estimate. If the error is 10% or less than the estimate, the value in the table is bold and underlined. In graphs, the ACS data exceeding this 10% error threshold will be denoted at the bottom of the graph.

The second important note when using ACS estimates is that they cannot be compared to decennial census data because they are measured in different ways.

While some of the tables in this report show both decennial census data and ACS data, caution should be used when trying to draw conclusions about trends by comparing the two sets of numbers.

This report is a summary of current conditions and recent trends in Keithsburg, based on the best available data. The purpose of these indicators is to enable informed choices about the future of the City.

Census data ACS data error exceeds 10%

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APPENDIX A COMMUNITY INDICATORS

Population & Age Trends From 1990 to 2010, the City of Keithsburg’s population fell by 22.6%, while Mercer County fell by 5.2% and the State grew by 12.3% during the same period.

Based on Illinois’ Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) data, the County’s 2030 population is projected to be 18,924 (an increase of 15%). Since the DCEO doesn’t project municipal population growth, the City’s projected population is based on its portion of the County’s population. Over the last three decades the City has averaged approximately 0.04% of the County’s population. Therefore, the City of Keithsburg’s population is projected to decline just as the County of Mercer.

Population Trends & Projections Source: 2010 Census, MSA Projections

City of Keithsburg

Mercer County

Illinois

1980

N/A

19,286

11,426,518

1990

747

17,290

11,430,602

2000

714

16,957

12,419,293

2010

609

16,434

12,830,632

2015

652

17,586

13,748,695

2020

681

18,384

14,316,487

2025

693

18,703

14,784,968

2030

701

18,924

15,138,849

In 2010, the median age in the City was 44.3, which is higher than the median age for the County (43.7) and the State (36.6). Based on this data (shown in the table on the right), the City of Keithsberg has a significantly higher ratio of persons between the ages of 35-74 years old as compared to the County. However, looking just at the “senior citizen” age cohort (65 and Over), the City is quite similar to the County’s proportions.

Most notable is the large gap is persons between the ages of 20-34 (young professions).

SEX & AGE, 2010 Source: 2010 Census

City of Keithsburg

Mercer County

Number

Percent

Number

Percent

Male

287

47.13%

8,125

49.44%

Female

322

52.87%

8,309

50.56%

Under 18

121

19.87%

3,720

22.64%

18 & over

488

80.13%

12,714

77.36%

20 - 24

31

5.09%

754

4.59%

25 - 34

54

8.87%

1,630

9.92%

35 - 49

125

20.53%

3,327

20.24%

50 - 64

136

22.33%

3,612

21.98%

65 & over

126

20.69%

3,001

18.26%

Totals

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609

28,758

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HOUSING

Household Counts From 2000-2010, Keithsburg showed a 17.6% decrease in the number of households. During the same period, Mercer County increased by 3.5%, while the State increased by 5%.

The City’s “persons per household” dropped from 2.53 in 2000 to 2.34 in 2010, which is a reduction of 0.19%. During this same period, the County’s “persons per household” declined by 0.17% to 2.40 and the State declined by 1.9% to 2.65. This trend is consistent with national trends over the past several decades and can be attributed to smaller family sizes, increases in life expectancy, and increases in single parent households.

As projected, the City will see an increase of 17 households between 2010 to 2030. This equates to an addition of 14 housing units (from 273 to 290), an increase of 6.2%. During the same period, the County is projected to have an increase of 475 housing units, a increase of 5.6% in their housing stock.

Housing Units Trends & Projections Source: U.S. Census Bureau & MSA projections

Keithsburg Number

Mercer County

Persons Persons Number Number Per Per

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

4,202,240

2.72

2000

306

2.53

7,109

2.57

4,591,779

2.70

2010

273

2.34

7,173

2.41

4,836,972

2.65

2015

274

2.34

7,276

2.41

5,209,115

2.64

2020

279

2.35

7,392

2.42

5,451,498

2.63

2025

283

2.35

7,520

2.42

5,658,179

2.61

2030

287

2.36

7,648

2.43

5,822,722

2.60

Housing units projections, 2000-2030 Source: US Census Bureau & MSA projections

Source: U.S. Census Bureau & MSA projections

2010

2015

2020

2025

2030

Population

609

620

631

643

654

Household Population

609

620

631

643

654

People/ Household

2.34

2.35

2.35

2.35

2.36

Household Demand

260

264

269

273

277

4.60%

4.60%

4.60%

4.60%

4.60%

273

277

281

286

290

Base

276

281

285

289

2

2

2

2

274

279

283

287

Annual Need

3

3

3

3

Cumulative Need

3

14

29

57

Total Unit Needs Available from Previous Year Lost Units Total Available Units

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273

Persons Per

1990

Household Trends & Projections

Vacancy Rate

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Occupancy & Housing Stock The housing stock in Keithsburg is typical of small communities in the Midwest, with 78% being single family homes and 3% being multi-family buildings (10 or more units).

The majority of City residents (65%) live in owneroccupied housing. The vacancy rate was has increased to 16% in 2010 from 9% in the year 2000.

The 2007-2011 rolling estimates suggests currently it is closer to 4.6%. All of this data suggests there is sufficient housing stock in the City of Keithsburg currently. A healthy vacancy rate ranges between 5-6%.

The age of housing stock is a good indication of the likelihood of safety concerns or repairs needed. The 2007-2011 rolling estimates suggests approximately 53% of residential structures in Keithsburg were built prior to 1970 with only 5% built since 2000.

These older homes are prone to needing more maintenance and are likely to have components known to be unsafe due to structure/product makeup (e.g. lead pipes, lead paint and asbestos). Only 5% of the housing stock has been built in the last 10+ years, likely due to the Great Recession, which began in the late 2000’s and the flooding that happened to the area.

Unit Occupancy

Source: American Community Survey 2007-2011 average

Mobile Home or Trailer 19%

Other 0%

10 or more 3% 5 to 9 Units 0% Single Family 78%

Source: American Community Survey

2 to 4 Units 0%

Year Structure Built

Source: American Community Survey 2007-2011 2005 or later 2000 to 2004 1990 to 1999 1980 to 1989 1970 to 1979 1960 to 1969 1950 to 1959 1940 to 1949 1939 or Earlier 0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

Unit Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census Bureau & American Community Survey

2000

2010

Number

Percent

Number

Percent

Owner Occupied

230

75%

209

67%

Renter Occupied

48

16%

51

16%

Vacant

28

9%

53

17%

Homeowner Vacancy Rate

4%

6%

Rental Vacancy Rate

7%

4%

Total

306

313

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Affordability & Value

City of Keithsburg

2010 Income

Affordable housing opportunities are often provided through the sale of older housing units.

Housing is generally considered “affordable” when the owner or renter’s monthly housing costs do not exceed 30% of their gross monthly income.

Based on current income levels affordability rolling average between 2007-2011, roughly 15% of City homeowners and approximately 30% of renters exceeded the “affordable” threshold. While these numbers are important indicators of affordability, it is also important to note that some residents may consciously choose to devote more than 30% of their income to household and lifestyle expenses.

#

%

Under $10,000

39

14%

$10,000 - $14,999

18

7%

$15,000 - $24,999

44

16%

$25,000 - $34,999

24

9%

$35,000 - $49,999

30

11%

$50,000 - $74,999

68

25%

$75,000 - $99,999

34

13%

$100,000 - $149,999

12

4%

$150,000 - $199,999

3

1%

$200,000 and above

0

0%

The affordable units that fall into the $50-$99,999 are well represented in the City and the majority of the total housing units fall into this price range. Any future development in Keithsburg should consider housing units with a price range of $50,000 and below and $100,000 to $150,000 as these price ranges are not represented in the local market compared to the households that would fall into these affordability ranges.

2010 Home Values

City of Keithsburg #

%

Under $49,999

80

34%

$50,000 - $99,999

128

54%

$100,000 - $149,000

20

8%

$150,000 - $199,999

0

0%

$200,000 - $299,999

0

0%

$300,000 - $499,999

3

1%

$500,000 - $999,999

7

3%

$1,000,000 +

0

0%

2010 Monthly Rent

Housing Affordability Analysis

City of Keithsburg #

%

Under - $199

6

18%

$200 - $299

0

0%

$300 - $499

4

12%

$500 - $749

11

32%

$750 - $999

7

21%

$1,000 - $1,499

0

0%

$1,500 +

0

0%

Source: MSA Projections, U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey

Income Range

# of Affordable # of Total % of Households Affordable Range Owner Range of Renter Affordable Balance Households in Range for Owner Units Units Renter Units Units Units

$0-25,000

37.1%

97

$0-50,000

70

$0-499

24

94

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$25,000-49,999

19.9%

52

$50,000-99,999

112

$500-999

27

139

88

$50,000-74,999

25.0%

65

$100,000-149,999

18

$1,000-$1,499

0

18

-47

$75,000-99,999

12.5%

33

$150,000-200,000

0

$1,500-$2,499

0

0

-33

$100,000+

5.5%

14

$200,000+

9

$2,500 +

0

9

-6

Totals

100.0%

260

51

260

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Housing Programs Currently there are no City housing programs available; however, HUD does offer one program as described below: Community Development Assistance Program (CDAP) - Housing Program This program provides grants to local governments in order to help them finance economic development projects, public facilities and housing rehabilitation. The program is targeted to assist low-to-moderate income persons by creating job opportunities and improving the quality of their living environment.

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Commuting Approximately 53% of the City’s workforce age 16 or older, work within Mercer County. The percentage of those who work out of state is relatively high and is most likely due to the relative close proximity of Iowa.

A large percentage of Keithsburg workers have a commute that is more than 45 minutes. These times suggest most residents not work in the City or in nearby areas.

Commuting in Keithsburg is mostly done by car, with 80.9% of commuters traveling in a single occupant vehicle. This number is slightly lower for Mercer County (79.7%) and Illinois (73.4%). Only 14.9% of commuters in Keithsburg carpooled to work, 4.1% walked, and none worked from home.

Percentage Of Residents Commuting Source: American Community Survey

City of Keithsburg

Mercer County

53.1%

40.0%

Within the City

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Outside the City

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Outside of County, Within State

12.9%

38.9%

Outside of State

34.0%

21.1%

Within Mercer County

Commuting Time to Work Source: American Community Survey (2007-2011 Avg.)

Commuting Time to Work 20.0% 18.0% 16.0% 14.0% 12.0% 10.0%

Means of Transportation to Work

8.0%

City of Keithsburg

6.0%

Mercer County

4.0%

Illinois

2.0%

Source: American Community Survey

0.0%

Worked at Home Other Means Bicycle

Illinois Mercer County

Walked

City of Keithsburg

Public Transportation Carpooled Single Occupancy 0.0%

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Major Modes of Travel Aviation Service

Keithsburg is served by the Quad City International Airport, located nearby in Moline. This public airport contains three runways from between 5,000 and 10,00 feet in length. The airport saw an average of 135 aircraft operations per day in 2010, primarily a combination of general aviation, air taxi services, and scheduled commercial flights.

Available commercial flights are virtually all for domestic destinations, though the airport is designated as an international facility. This is due to the port of entry customs services that are located at the airport, allowing for international inbound and outbound shipping.

Railroad Service

There is no freight line that runs through the City of Keithsburg. Currently there are no options for passenger rail in the immediate area. The closest passenger rail stop is located in Galesburg, which is part of an Amtrak line that runs between Chicago and Quincy.

Water Transit

There is no waterborne freight movement based in the City of Keithsburg. The nearest port is located in Dubuque, which has access to the Mississippi River. Historically, Dubuque’s port has been a center for industry, though recent redevelopment of the site has focused on recreation. The port nearest to Keithsburg on the Illinois side of the Mississippi is located nearly 100 miles away in Quincy.

Truck Routes

Based on Illinois DOT there are no Statemaintained Class I Truck Routes, State-maintained Class II Truck Routes or locally-maintained Class III Truck Routes in the vicinity of the City of Keithsburg.

Road Classifications

All federal, state, county, and local roads are classified into categories under the “Roadway Functional Classification System” based upon the type of service they provide (see map on the next page for road classifications in the Plan Area).

In general, roadways with a higher functional classification should be designed with limited access and higher speed traffic.

Roadway Improvement Projects

Illinois’ Six Year Highway Improvement Program identifies projects by county and project limits.

This map provides projects to be completed during 2012 and 2017. The City of Keithsburg will not be impacted by any projects over this time frame.

Planned Road Improvements Source: Illinois Department of Transportation

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Bike, Pedestrian & Transit Sidewalks, Trails, & Routes

Pedestrians and bicyclists primarily use city streets and sidewalks where available. The Sidewalk Conditions Map (shown on the right) is based on a study done by MSA on July 16th, 2013. It displays the condition and overall network of sidewalks within the City of Keithsburg. Conditions of the sidewalks are broken down into the following categories: • •

Good (Green) Fair to Poor (Yellow)

Transit Service

There is no transit service available in the City of Keithsburg. There is no Park and Ride that is currently available to the City of Keithsburg.

Senior Transit Service

Transportation Services are offered through Project Now to Congregate Meal Sites, Medical Appointments, Grocery Shopping, Social Security and Human Services offices. The Senior Meal Site location in Keithsburg is located at 304 S. 14th Street.

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Education & Income

Note: The Census Bureau uses a set of income thresholds that vary by family size and composition to detect who is poor. If the total income for a family or unrelated individual falls below the relevant poverty threshold, then the family or unrelated individual is classified as being “below the poverty level”.

Keithsburg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey

County

On average, Keithsburg’s median and per capita income levels were lower than the county levels, and the State’s per capita income level. The American Community Survey data suggests the median household income for the City is currently significantly lower than the County and State as whole; however, there is no comparison that could be made do to the significant margin of error within the City data.

Educational Attainment

Illinois

Education attainment can provide valuable insight into the existing labor force, including availability of skilled and professional workers and demand for training opportunities. On average between the years of 2006-2010, approximately 79.10% of Keithsburg residents 25 years or older have at least a high school diploma, which is slightly higher than Mercer County and Illinois percentages (88.7% and 86.2%, respectively). However, only 2% of residents obtained a bachelor’s degree, which is lower than the county and state percentages (10.1% and 18.9%, respectively). This may indicate a need for additional vocational and adult learning programs.

Avg. 20062010

Avg. 20072011

HS Grad

48.00%

42.5%

Some College

19.70%

21.9%

Associate Degree

6.50%

6.1%

Bachelor’s Degree

2.00%

2.0%

Graduate/Prof. Degree

2.90%

2.4%

High School Grad or Higher 79.10%

74.8%

HS Grad

40.8%

40.1%

Some College

23.1%

23.9%

Associate Degree

10.3%

10.1%

Bachelor’s Degree

10.1%

9.6%

Graduate/Prof. Degree

4.4%

4.4%

High School Grad or Higher

88.7%

88.1%

HS Grad

27.9%

27.6%

Some College

20.8%

21.1%

Associate Degree

7.3%

7.3%

Bachelor’s Degree

18.9%

19.1%

Graduate/Prof. Degree

11.4%

11.6%

High School Grad or Higher

86.2%

86.6%

Income Trends

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey

Illinois

Mercer

Keithsburg

Avg. 2007-2011

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Per Capita

$21,990

Median Family

$53,333

Median Household

$37,708

Per Capita

$25,878

Median Family

$62,492

Median Household

$51,216

Per Capita

$29,376

Median Family

$69,658

Median Household

$56,576

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Existing Labor Force Based on the tables and graphs on the right the following can be said regarding the City’s existing labor force: •

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Over the last decade the unemployment rate have doubled for both the State and County.

Based on the American Community Survey, the City also saw an increase in unemployment close to double during this same period. These higher unemployment rates is largely due to the national economic downtown felt as early as 2008 (commonly referred as the “Great Recession”) and the flooding from which the City has never fully recovered. The City has remained less stable than the region and State with unemployment rates between 7-13%, compared to 5-10% for the County and State.

A majority (71.2%) of workers in Keithsburg earn a private wage and salary, similar to Mercer County at 69.5% and Illinois at 73.3%.

•

Occupations in Keithsburg are heavily weighted towards “Production, Transportation and Materials” and “Management, Business, Science and Arts”. The City’s “Service” and “Natural Resources and Construction” occupations are relatively similar in proportion to the County and the State.

•

The largest industries in the City are “Educational services, and health care and social assistance” (23.6%) and “Manufacturing” (20.8%).

Both of these industries are proportionally higher than in the County and the State. The City has significantly lower percentages of jobs in “Finance and insurance, and real estate and rental and leasing”, “Information”, & “Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and food services.”

Note: A community’s labor force includes all people over the age of 16 classified as employed or unemployed as well as members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Those not included in the labor force statistics include students, homemakers, retired workers, seasonal workers not currently looking for work, institutionalized people, and those doing only incidental unpaid family work.

Class Of Worker

Source: American Community Survey

City of Keithsburg

Mercer County

Illinois

Private Wage & Salary

71.2%

69.5%

73.3%

Government Worker

14.0%

15.7%

12.9%

Private Not-for-Profit Worker

8.8%

5.3%

8.7%

Self Employed & Unpaid family Worker

6.0%

9.5%

5.1%

Employment Status

Source: American Community Survey

In Labor Force (2000) Unemployment Rate In Labor Force (2010) Unemployment Rate

City of Keithsburg

Mercer County

Illinois

504

8,839

6,467,700

7.5%

5.6%

4.5%

494

8,764

6,616,300

13.0%

10.8%

10.4%

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Site Map

City of Keithsburg, IL Analysis Site Map Keithsburg, IL Drive Time: 3, 15, 30 Minutes

The retail and food & drink segments of the local economy can be quickly evaluated in terms of supply and demand. We can estimate the demand for various goods and services based on population and income data in a given area, and the supply of those goods and services in the same area. Gaps between demand and supply may indicate opportunities for business growth in Keithsburg. The map at right shows three analysis areas – drive times from downtown Keithsburg. These areas roughly correspond to the City of Keithsburg by itself (5 minute drive time), the Joy/New Boston/ Keithsburg area as a whole (15 minute drive time), and the wider market area extending just east of Burlington, IA (30 minute drive time).

There is a net surplus of supply in all three geographic market areas when considering the Retail Trade and Food & Drink “industries” as a whole. The City of Keithsburg has a total leakage of 55.6%, comparing retail sales and food and drink to retail potential, the 15-minute market area has a surplus of 79.5% and the 30-minute market area has a leakage of 29.0%. Leakage occurs when members of a community spend money outside that community or when money spent inside that community is transferred outside the community.

But, as revealed by the leakage/surplus graphic on the opposite page, there is apparent opportunity for growth in all sectors. There is a gap between supply and demand in all sectors of the market area.

Summary Demographics for Analysis Zones

Source: ESRI Business Analyst Online

5 Minute 15 Minute Drive Time Drive Time

Source: ESRI Business Analyst Online

Drive Time 5 Minute 15 Minute 30 Minute

Some of the data requires skepticism, for example the apparent demand for Book, Periodical, and Music Stores does not account for the recent shift away from storefront retailers to online merchants for those purchases. Along similar trend lines, the apparent demand for Electronic Shopping & Mail-Order Houses is likely being met via major online retailers (e.g. Amazon.com) with data centers and logistics facilities located in larger economic centers. The most significant opportunity, or gap, based on the data is Beer, Wine, and Liquor stores, but this finding likely reflects the fact that grocery stores sell a great deal of these products in Illinois.

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While each retailer must and will evaluate the local market opportunity using their own criteria, there is reason to look more closely for opportunity in the following retail segments: • Furniture Stores • Electronic & Appliance Stores 30 Minute • Health & Personal Care Stores Drive Time • Clothing Stores 14,718 • Specialty Food Stores 6,192

Population

475

1,987

Households

197

860

Median Household Income

$28,357

$32,241

$33,775

Per Capital Income

$19,343

$22,188

$22,913

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Retail Gap Analysis Industry Summary Comparison

Total Retail Trade and Food & Drink

City of Keithsburg

Source: ESRI Business Analyst Online

$3,707,035

$347,989

Supply (Retail Sales)

$995,760

$161,116

$1,156,876 $2,898,149

$2,711,275

$186,873

55.6

57.7

36.7

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Leakage/Surplus Factor

Number of Businesses Retail MarketPlace Profile 15 minute Drive Time

Leakage/Surplus Factor by Industry Subsector Motor Vehicle & Parts Dealers

Food & Beverage Stores Health & Personal Care Stores Gasoline Stations Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book, and Music Stores General Merchandise Stores

30 minute Drive Time

Electronics & Appliance Stores Bldg Materials, Garden Equip. & Supply Stores

Demand (Retail Potential) $20,867,578 Supply (Retail Sales)

$19,111,151

$2,377,301

Retail Gap

Miscellaneous Store Retailers

$1,756,427

Latitude: 41.09945 $1,961,913 Longitude: -90.93627

$415,388

$18,490,277

$17,149,238

$1,341,039

79.5

81.4

61.7

6

4

2

Leakage/Surplus Factor Number of Businesses

Furniture & Home Furnishings Stores

Total Food & Drink

Demand (Retail Potential) $4,055,025 Retail Gap

Keithsburg, IL Drive Time: 30 minutes

Total Retail Trade

Demand (Retail Potential) $147,361,355

$134,645,526 $12,715,830

Supply (Retail Sales)

$74,713,956

$81,064,658

Retail Gap

$6,350,702

$66,296,698

$59,931,570

$6,365,128

29.0

28.6

33.4

77

66

26

Leakage/Surplus Factor Number of Businesses

Nonstore Retailers Food Services & Drinking Places

Leakage/Surplus Factor for 30 Minute Drive Time -10

0

10

20

30 40 50 Leakage/Surplus Factor

60

10 20 30 40 Leakage/Surplus Factor

50

70

80

90

Source: ESRI Business Analyst Online

Leakage/Surplus Factor by Industry Group Automobile Dealers Other Motor Vehicle Dealers Auto Parts, Accessories, and Tire Stores Furniture Stores Home Furnishings Stores Electronics & Appliance Stores Building Material and Supplies Dealers Lawn and Garden Equipment and Supplies Stores Grocery Stores Specialty Food Stores Beer, Wine, and Liquor Stores Health & Personal Care Stores Gasoline Stations Clothing Stores Shoe Stores Jewelry, Luggage, and Leather Goods Stores Book, Periodical, and Music Stores Department Stores (Excluding Leased Depts.)

Other General Merchandise Stores Florists Office Supplies, Stationery, and Gift Stores Used Merchandise Stores Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses Vending Machine Operators Direct Selling Establishments Full-Service Restaurants Limited-Service Eating Places Special Food Services Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) -50

-40

-30

-20

-10

0

60

70

80

90

100

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AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES

Natural Resources

Water Resources

Physiography

Drainage Basins & Watersheds

Keithsburg, in Mercer County is located in the subsection known as the Galesburg Plain, which is part of the larger Tills Plains Section in Illinois, just east of the Mississippi River. The County topography consists of upland plans, highly dissected valley sides, terraces and flood plains.

Keithsburg is mostly flat to gently rolling. Areas of steep slopes within the planning area are shown on the Development Limitations Map (refer to page A-15).

Agricultural Land and Open Space

There is approximately 886 acres of agricultural land within the City Limits. This is approximately 44% of the land area.

Wetlands

Wetlands generally occur in low-lying areas and near the bottom of slopes, particularly along stream banks and on large areas that are poorly drained. The 2 mile jurisdictional boundary that currently surrounds Keithsburg has approximately 2,516 acres of wetlandtype soils. These lands are generally not conducive for intensive development due to erosive character, high compressibility and instability, low bearing capacity, and high shrink-swell potential of wetland soils.

Floodplains

Floods are the nations most common natural disaster and therefore require sound land use plans to minimize their effects. Benefits of floodplain management are the reduction and filtration of sediments into area surface water, storage of floodwaters during regional storms, habitat for fish and wildlife, and reductions in direct and indirect costs due to floods.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) designated 100- and 500-year floodplains within the planning area. The Development Limitations Map (on the next page) displays the 100-year floodplain in the planning area. Within the City there is approximately 562 acres of floodplain (28% of the City limits area) primarily located along the Perennial River. Much of this flood plain area was bought up by the City using FEMA funding after the last major flood.

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Illinois is divided into four major River Basins (Mississippi River, Illinois River, Ohio River and Lake Michigan) each identified by the primary water body into which the basin drains. The City of Keithsburg is located within the Mississippi River Basin.

The four major basins are further subdivided into 25 watersheds. These watersheds relate to the land area that directly drains to a common stream, river or lake. The entire City and portions of the County are located in the Mississippi River watershed.

Surface Water

Section 303(d) of the federal Clean Water Act requires states to develop a list of impaired waters, commonly referred to as the “303(d) list.” This list identifies waters that are not meeting water quality standards, including both water quality criteria for specific substances or the designated uses, and is used as the basis for development of Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs). The Mississippi River is the most significant water feature in the area, and is noted on the Section 303(d) list.

Ground Water Groundwater is a critical resource, not only because it is used as a source of drinking water, but also because rivers, streams, and other surface water depend on it for recharge. Groundwater contamination is most likely to occur where fractured bedrock is near the ground surface, or where only a thin layer of soil separates the ground surface from the water table. Groundwater can be contaminated through both point and non-point source pollution (NPS). The most common NPS pollutants are sediment (erosion, construction) and nutrients (farming, lawn care). No data was available to note how susceptible the City’s water supply is to contamination.

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COMMUNITY FACILITIES & SERVICES

General Facilities Health Care Facilities The City of Keithsburg is served by multiple near by medical facilities. Nearest are Mercer County Hospital in Aledo, IL, Trinity Muscatine in Muscatine, IA and Great River Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa. Combined, these facilities provide a full range of services including emergency rooms, inpatient and outpatient surgery, and other specialized care.

Veterans are served by the Galesburg VA Clinic. The clinic offers limited outpatient care in a variety of fields, as well as counseling and wellness classes.

Higher Education Facilities There are five higher education facilities located nearby.

•

Monmouth College

•

Muscatine Community College

•

Knox College

•

Augustana College

•

St. Ambrose University

Police & Emergency Facilities The City has two part-time police officers. The volunteer fire department consists of 28 volunteer firemen and 5 volunteer EMT’s. The Police Department is located in City Hall and the Fire Department is located at the corner of 6th Street and Jefferson Street.

Cemeteries There are two cemeteries located within the City of Keithsburg, St. Mary’s Cemetery and Keithsburg Cemetery. Both are located adjacent to each other, off of County Highway 16.

Other Facilities • City Hall located at 302 S. 14th Street.

•

Post Office located at 103 S. 4th Street.

•

Museum located at 304 S. 14th Street.

Public School Facilities The City is served by the Mercer County School District.

• Westmer Elementary School (301 Jefferson St., New Boston, IL) • Apollo Elementary School (801 SW 9th Street Aledo, IL) • Westmer Junior High School (203 N. Washington St. Joy, IL) • Mercer County High School (1500 College Ave. Aledo, IL)

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Community Facilities Map

Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge

Pope Creek

COMMUNITY FACILITIES

Keithsburg Historic District Post Office Keithsburg Cemetery

Keithsburg Fire Department Camp Ground

City Hall

Saint Mary's Cemetery

Community Facilities City Parks Park Service Area Recreation Area Regional Park Keithsburg Keithsburg Cemetery Saint Mary's Cemetery

Roads Interstate Interchange US Highway State Highway Road

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A.6 Parks & Recreation In total, the City has 11.0 acres of parkland. Based on the National Recreation and Park Association’s (NRPA) recommendations, the City currently has a surplus of 7.35 acres (using a policy of six acres per 1,000 people). Assuming the population projections hold true and the City doesn’t add additional parkland, the City will continue to have a surplus of park spaces.

Although the total acreage is an easy indicator that a community has met its recreation and parkland needs, it is not the only indicator. The types of recreational facilities and access to parkland is also an important indicator. Generally speaking, any park is accessible by vehicle; however, walkability is even more important, especially for children and young adults. Therefore, neighborhood parks should be within a 1/4 mile in order to service that neighborhood. Community parks and play fields provide a wider variety of recreational activities and, therefore, can justifiably service a larger area - generally a mile radius.

Parkland Needs Forecast, 2010-2030 Source: 2010 Census, MSA Predictions

2010

Big River State Forest

•

Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge

•

City Park

•

City of Keithsburg Camp Ground

•

Keithsburg City Baseball Diamond

Population

609

631

654

3.65

3.79

3.92

High Demand (12 acres/1,000)

7.31

7.57

7.84

Total Supply

11.00

11.00

11.00

Surplus (6 acres/1,000)

7.35

7.21

7.08

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) recommends 6-12 total acres of parks or recreation space per 1,000 people within a community. NRPA also defines park and open space types, including desirable size, service area, and total acres needed to service a community.

• • • •

Mini Parks - 2 acres or less in size, servicing 1/8 mile radius (0.25-0.5 acres / 1,000 residents) Neighborhood Playgrounds - 2-4 acres in size, servicing 1/4 mile radius (0.5-1.5 acres / 1,000) Neighborhood Parks - 2-10 acres in size, servicing 1/4 mile radius (1.0-2.0 acres/ 1,000) Community Play fields/Parks - 5 acres or more, servicing 1.0 mile radius (5-8 acres / 1,000)

Big River State Forest

City Camp Ground

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2030

Low Demand (6 acres/1,000)

The community’s park system include the following: •

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Utilities & Services Stormwater Management

Stormwater management typically includes the collection and controlled release of storm runoff to natural receiving systems, typically through detention and/or retention facilities. The Public Works Department is responsible for the storm sewer system in Keithsburg.

Sanitary Sewer System

Sewer service is provided by the City of Keithsburg.

The sanitary sewer system is currently being reviewed as part of the comprehensive planning process.

Solid Waste & Recycling Facilities

Both solid waste and recycling services for the City of Keithsburg are provided by Jackson Disposal. Solid waste is disposed of in the Mercer County Landfill.

Water Supply

The City of Keithsburg maintains two active wells that provide water for residents.

Telecommunications Facilities

Viola provides television service to the City of Keithsburg. Both telephone and internet services are provided by Frontier Communications.

Gas & Power

Ameren provides gas and power to the City and surrounding communities.

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COMMUNITY CHARACTER

City History Robert Keith, who was reared in Belfrone, Scotland, was an educated man. His claim soon became known as Keith’s Landing. Keith laid out the town of Keithsburg in 1837. Hiram Hardee deputy county surveyor made the original survey and on Nov. 18, the plat was acknowledged before Abraham Miller Jr. County Clerk. Two principal streets, Main and Washington, were laid out east and west, and these were crossed by seven others, designated as First through Seventh. Until 1846 not more than a dozen families resid­ed in the place.

Modern day Keithsburg is located along the banks of the Mississippi river in northwestern Illinois. It is a part of Mercer County.

(Source: Keithsburg’s website)

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Historical Resources Historic Sites

The Illinois Preservation Agency oversees an array of historically significant places, ranging from earthen-mound remnants to buildings and monuments.

National Register of Historic Places

The National Register is the official national list of historic properties in American worthy of preservation, maintained by the National Park Service. There are currently two sites on the National Register of Historic Places in the City of Keithsburg.

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COLLABORATION & PARTNERSHIPS

Existing Areas of Collaboration

Entity Name COG/Mercer County

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Existing Cooperation Efforts Disaster Plan

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Potential Areas of Collaboration

Entity Name

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LAND USE

Existing & Projected Land Uses As of 2013, the City includes approximately 1,229 acres. The majority of City is currently comprised either as Agricultural and Open Space (73.1% of the City) or Low-Density Residential (13.6%).

Parks and Recreation make up about 2.7% of the City, and approximately 5.2% is platted lands that are currently vacant. Commercial only makes up 1.3% of the City.

Developable land is limited by several natural features including floodplains, slopes greater than 20%, and wetlands. After accounting for these development limitations, only 42% (854 acres) of the City and 66.7% (6058 acres) of the planning area is developable.

Using the projected population and household sizes, it is expected that Keithsburg will need an additional 15 acres of residential land, an acre of commercial land, and 15 acres of industrial land in the next 20 years.

Redevelopment Opportunities

Redevelopment opportunities are buildings or parcels that have fallen into disrepair and are no longer contributing positively to the social or economic life of the City. Redevelopment is typically synonymous with infill development, which is development within existing urban areas that utilizes existing public infrastructure. Such investments help to make communities more efficient and sustainable.

Note: Residential use projections were calculated by multiplying the change in projected households by the average households per acre, as of year 2010. Projections for commercial and industrial acreage assume that these land uses will grow at a similar rate to the current proportion of commercial or industrial land to residential land (i.e. maintaining status quo).

Actual land needs may differ based on market conditions and the land use policies of the City.

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Keithsburg Existing Land Uses, 2013 Source: MSA Mapping

Residential

Acres

%

Single-Family

167.00

13.6%

Multi-Family

2.60

0.2%

Mobile Home

24.40

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Restaurant

0.35

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General Retail

0.58

0.0%

Service

0.67

0.1%

General Industrial

3.17

0.3%

Warehousing

0.34

0.0%

Salvage

1.00

0.1%

Ag Industrial

16.88

1.4%

Public Facilities and Utilities

5.47

0.4%

Other Civic Uses

12.25

1.0%

Parks and Rec.

33.00

2.7%

Agriculture and Open Space

898.00

73.1%

Vacant Urban Land

63.41

5.2%

Commercial

Industrial

Civic

Undeveloped Land

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Projected Land Demand

2010

2015

2020

2025

2030

20 Year Change

Population

609

620

631

643

654

45

Housing Size

2.34

2.345

2.35

2.355

2.36

0.02

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273

274

279

283

287

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209.1

15.08

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1.7

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1.7

0.12

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21.4

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22.2

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23.0

1.56

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Existing Land Use Map

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Retail Service Storage Utility Vacant City Limits DATA SOURCES: MERCER COUNTY BASE DATA PROVIDED BY SMO. AERIAL IMAGERY PROVIDED BY ESRI

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1 2 3 4 5 6 Appendix A Appendix B Comprehensive Plan Maps Appendix C The following maps were used in various formats

throughout the planning process to examine existing conditions, create goals and define policies for the Keithsburg Comprehensive Plan 2014-2034. Many of these maps are referenced throughout the text and are assembled here in Appendix B for quick reference by plan reviewers.

Comprehensive Plan Maps

Regional Context

Major Streets

Community Facilities

Housing Conditions

Existing Water System

Existing Sanitary Sewer System

Sidewalk Conditions

Development Limitations

Existing Land Use

Existing Land Use 1.5 Mile Boundary

Future Land Use

Development Concept

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MAJOR STREETS

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Print Date: 3/26/2014

COMMUNITY FACILITIES Mark Twain National Wildlife Refuge

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DATA SOURCES: MERCER COUNTY BASE DATA PROVIDED BY SMO. AERIAL IMAGERY PROVIDED BY ESRI

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Print Date: 3/26/2014

HOUSING CONDITIONS Housing Conditions New Good Fair Stressed Dilapidated Mobile Home City Limits DATA SOURCES: MERCER COUNTY BASE DATA PROVIDED BY SMO. AERIAL IMAGERY PROVIDED BY ESRI

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LAND USE Agricultural Church Industrial Low Density Residential Mobile Home Medium Density Residential Mixed Use Open (FEMA Buyout) Park Professional/Office Public Rec Restaurant/Bar Retail Service Storage Utility Vacant City Limits DATA SOURCES: MERCER COUNTY BASE DATA PROVIDED BY SMO. AERIAL IMAGERY PROVIDED BY ESRI

CITY OF KEITHSBURG, IL

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Print Date: 1/31/2014

LAND USE 1.5 MILE EXTRA TERRITORIAL BOUNDARY

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CITY OF KEITHSBURG, IL

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Print Date: 1/31/2014

DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT Agricultural Church Industrial Low Density Residential Mobile Home Medium Density Residential Mixed Use Open Park Professional/Office Public Rec Restaurant/Bar Retail Service Storage Utility Vacant City Limits Urban Reserve Area Proposed Road

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DATA SOURCES: MERCER COUNTY BASE DATA PROVIDED BY SMO. AERIAL IMAGERY PROVIDED BY ESRI Print Date: 1/31/2014

1 2 3 4 5 6 Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Implementation Study Summaries The following summaries are from the implementation studies that were done in conjunction with the Keithsburg Comprehensive Plan 2014 - 2034 and were part of the Ike Plan Grant. The complete version of these studies can be found at the City of Keithsburg City Hall.

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Housing Needs Assessment

Housing Needs Assessment Summary Housing is the largest expenditure for the majority of American families. An adequate supply of housing has been shown to be directly related to the economic and social health of a community. The Housing Needs Assessment for the City of Keithsburg, Illinois provides an in-depth and comprehensive view of the housing situation in the community.

According to the 2010 Census data, the City of Keithsburg has approximately 313 housing units that serve the 609 residents. There are approximately 260 households and of that 51 rent and 209 own their dwelling. The 2010 data suggests that the vacancy rate for the city is as high as 16.9%, but the 2007-2011 rolling estimates currently suggests the vacancy rate is closer to 4.6% which is in the healthy range of 5%-6% vacancy.

The City of Keithsburg has experienced a declining population and natural disasters, which has led to a shrinking population and housing stock. The median household income for the city is $13,500 less per year than the average for Mercer County. The average home value in the City of Keithsburg is $40,800 less than the average home value for Mercer County.

The windshield survey concluded that approximately two-thirds of the housing units were considered to be in fair or above condition. However, approximately 30.3% of the home in the city were in stressed or dilapidated condition. These issues are all important factors contributing to the current state of Keithsburg’s housing stock.

The availability of housing options helps to maintain a competitive atmosphere. The City of Keithsburg should embrace infill along with new development and rehabilitation of existing housing stock. By providing affordable and up to date options the city will be able to compete with other communities and attract new residents.

The purpose of the housing needs assessment is to help identify the demand for housing, document the conditions of the existing housing stock, and provide general guidance for the community concerning the satisfaction of housing demands.

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Capital Improvement Plan

Capital Improvement Plan Summary The City of Keithsburg was awarded an “IKE” Illinois Disaster Recovery Grant for the flooding that took place in 2008 from the aftermath of Hurricane IKE. The City has limited funds to maintain their aging infrastructure and repair damages from natural disasters, such as the storm in 2008. As a result MSA Professional Services, Inc. (MSA) was contracted by the City of Keithsburg to assist in the Capital Improvement process and develop a five year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).

The City of Keithsburg has an average annual budget of $530,000; an average of $116,000 of this is spent annually on capital improvement projects. The estimate of probable capital improvement projects over the next five years total $4,240,000.

MSA assisted in the process by listening to the community’s needs and wishes, developing capital project cost estimates, and analyzing the City’s budget to plan for the capital improvement projects identified within this plan.

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Inflow and Infiltration Study

Inflow and Infiltration Study Summary The City of Keithsburg’s sanitary sewer collection system (SSCS) has historically experienced problems with excessive sewage flow and sewer main backups during periods of wet weather. As a result MSA Professional Services, Inc. was contracted by Keithsburg to perform a Preliminary Engineering Report and Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Survey (SSES) to determine potential sources of inflow and infiltration (I/I) and identify system improvements that will reduce these clear-water flows.

The Preliminary Engineering Report and SSES considered a series of investigations, including manhole inspections, televising, GPS data collection, and mapping of the sanitary sewer collection system. This report documents the findings of these investigations.

Manhole inspections and sewer televising identi-

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fied a number of deficiencies including:, open pickhole manhole lids, manhole castings requiring adjustment at grade (vertical and/or horizontal), leaking manholes, sagged pipe, and minor broken and leaking pipe joints and root intrusion. The estimate of probable cost to address these deficiencies is $340,000. This estimate includes construction, contingency, and engineering.

It is recommended to review the force main discharge locations from the sewage lift stations. It is possible to improve overall system performance and reduce the amount of sewage pumped multiple times (through multiple lift stations) if force main pipe is routed to different locations and corresponding lift station improvements are made. It is recommended a detailed lift station analysis be conducted.

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Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan The City of Keithsburg has commissioned this study to evaluate the condition and effectiveness of the existing waste water treatment facilities for conformance with IEPA Standards and identify potential needs for improvement. The intent of the study is to provide all data necessary to meet the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) design criteria for Waste Water Treatment Facility (WWTF) engineering reports.

The City of Keithsburg’s existing waste water treatment facility was originally constructed in 1965. The treatment system consists of a spiragester clarifier/ digester structure and sludge drying beds. Modifications were made in 1988 with the addition of aerators, a building to house the blowers, flow metering structure and a post aeration structure. The WWTF has been well-maintained over the years and is generally in good working condition. Some deficiencies were identified, however, and mostly consist of replacing/ rehabilitating treatment facility structures and components.

The existing treatment facility operates under National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit number ILG580246. WWTF currently operates under a design population equivalence (PE) of 960. The permit has a design average flow (DAF) of 0.10 mgd and a design max flow (DMF) of 0.25 mgd. Analysis of monitoring reports indicates that the WWTF is currently operating at approximately 78% of the design organic capacity and 93% of the design hydraulic capacity based on average flow rates.

The maximum flows experienced at the WWTF have historically been approximately twice the permitted maximum flow.

The existing facility experiences an occasional TSS permit violation as the facility is operating near design capacity, however these violations do not correlate with periods of high flow. With some improvements to the WWTF, it appears that the existing

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treatment facility may be capable of serving the City for the planning period pending possible future changes in the NPDES permit.

The majority of the collection system was installed at the same time as the treatment facility. The system consists of mostly 8-inch clay pipe and three pump stations located along Jackson Street. The collection system experiences large amounts of inflow and infiltration. It is recommended that the City pursue an I&I reduction project to reduce the high flows coming into the facility in the Spring months.

There is currently no source of emergency power available to run the City’s lift stations or WWTF. With the impending issuance of a more stringent NPDES permit for the WWTF, the recommendations of this Facility Plan document are prioritized into shortterm and future improvements.

Short-Term Improvements The following short-term improvements are required to provide service and extended life of the existing facility until the Illinois EPA issues a new NPDES discharge permit in the future.

1. Clean sludge out of spiragester tank and sludge

transfer piping via pump truck 2. Replace recirculation pump in spiragester 3. Replace Rock Filter Media

a. Remove and disposed of existing rock media

b. Replace 8-inch ductile iron perforated pipes collecting lagoon

effluent, if required once exposed

c. Remove sludge from aerated lagoon

d. Install new rock media in the aerated la goon

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4. Replace WWTF flow meter with a magnetic flow

meter to record influent flows 5. Rehabilitate Spiragester Tank

a. Coat Concrete Interior and Exterior Surfaces

Structurally Repair, grind jagged edges,

and coat all metal components

b. Replace railings and stairs as required to

comply with OSHA requirements 6. Emergency Standby Generators with Automatic

Transfer Switches at:

a. Lift Stations A, B, and C

b. Wastewater Treatment Facility 7. Coat post-aeration basin interior concrete The estimated cost to pursue the short-term recommended improvements is $641,400.

Future Improvements Long term project needs will be determined based on the issuance of the City’s new NPDES permit, which will reflect revised water quality standards and provide an associated compliance schedule for meeting the new permit.

In the future, the City should plan on pursuing improvements to the existing facility to include: 1. Demolition of the spiragester and replacement with headworks screening and grit removal

2. Future plant upgrade to activated sludge treatment alternative 3. Installation of disinfection structures and equipment

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