Plan commission reviews draft future land use map; commissioners prefer simple mixed‑use designations

Oct 8, 2025

Staff presented the draft future land use map and sought feedback on 'town islands', overlays and whether to identify undevelopable parcels; commissioners generally favored keeping overlays (flood, historic, airport) on zoning or separate maps to avoid clutter and recommended mixed‑use where it gives flexibility.

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City staff walked commissioners through a draft future land use map that groups areas into commercial, mixed use, industrial, institutional, residential and recreation categories and shows several 'town islands' staff flagged as likely candidates for future incorporation.

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