Glades Region Master Plan
HistoryWhat it IsWhat it Isn’tMilestones Achieved4 Step StrategyImplementation PlanPotential BenefitsPublic Information UpdatesQuestions
Glades Region Community Challenge GrantHistoryHistory
Glades Region identified by the Board of County Commissioners as one of PBC’s areas of priority
$1.98 Million awarded to the Board of County Commissioners from the Federal Dept. of Housing & Urban Development
One of 27 grants awarded Nationwide (only 11% of applications received awards)
Glades Region comprised of Tri-Cities and unincorporated Palm Beach County
Glades Region Community Challenge GrantApplication Application AreaArea
Tier Map Acres Unincorporated Incorporated
USA-Glades 25,671 19,063 6,608
Glades Region Community Challenge Grant History History
Master Plan to serve as guiding blueprint to enhance economic competitiveness
Incorporate the Inland Port and Glades Business Parks and Airports as employment centers
Plan Completion, Acceptance & Closeout Deadline:
February 15, 2015
Glades Region Community Challenge Grant What it Is:What it Is:
Grant Applicants were required to focus on the following livability principles:
TransportationEconomic CompetitivenessPublic Works (Water, Sewer, Drainage)Coordinated Public PoliciesHousing ChoicesCommunity Amenities
Glades Region Community Challenge GrantWhat it Is:What it Is:
Development of a Glades Regional Master Plan including:
Glades Community Transit PlanGlades Community Multimodal System PlanMaster Drainage PlanWater & Sewer Capital Improvement PlanNew Workforce Development Training ProgramsIdentification of Housing & Economic OpportunitiesCoordinated Policies Plan
Glades Region Community Challenge GrantPartnersPartners
Supporting partners that will be offering key input on elements of the plan:
Office of Community Revitalization
Glades Region Community Challenge GrantWhat it Isn’tWhat it Isn’t
Capital for physical ImprovementsNot a feel good Economic Development Plan
Glades Region Community Challenge GrantApplication Application AreaArea
Tier Map Acres Unincorporated Incorporated
USA-Glades 25,671 19,063 6,608
Milestones AchievedMilestones Achieved
Submitted & received approval from HUD of the following required documents:
Executed Cooperative Agreement Executed MOUs & Agreements with Partners Completed Two-Year Work Plan
Timelines Goals Objectives Work Products
Initial Outreach
Four Step StrategyStep 1Step 1
Gather Statistical DataData collectionField work to confirm accuracy of dataIdentify gaps in existing plans & documentsLand use regulatory reviewMarket overview
Four Step StrategyStep 2Step 2
Public Involvement PlanKick-Off MeetingEstablish Core Planning CommitteeEstablish Glades Office Critical for local participationConduct Stakeholder Meetings as needed
Four Step StrategyStep 3Step 3
Development of Master PlanGlades Community Transit PlanGlades Multimodal System PlanMaster Drainage PlanWater & Sewer Capital Improvement PlanNew Workforce Development Training ProgramsIdentification of Housing OpportunitiesCoordinated Policies Plan
Develop Land Development guidelinesAmendments for unincorporated area
Four Step StrategyStep 4Step 4
Master Plan Final Report Draft Plan Presentation to StakeholdersFinal Draft Plan Presentation to three (3) Glades CitiesFinal Draft Plan Presentation to Board of County CommissionersSubmit Final Plan to Federal Department of Housing & Urban Development
Work Task StrategyWork Task StrategyImplementation PlanImplementation Plan
Glades Glades Region Region Master Master Plan Plan
Inland Logistics CenterInland Logistics Center
StatusProject Location
850 AcresUp to 10 Million sq. ft. of Industrial Space and a 102-acre rail yard
Industrial Land Use Approval through Palm Beach CountyStrategic Alliance with IDI
South FloridaILC
Source: FDOT ILC Primer
COMMUNITY
BUSINESS
Inland Logistics CenterInland Logistics Center
What is an Inland Logistics Center? Receives & sends cargo to/from South Florida ports, providing off-port cargo storage, consolidation, repackaging & transfer of goods
Facility may include other intermodal terminals, and related transportation facilities, warehousing/distribution, and associated office, light industrial, manufacturing, and assembly uses
Transportation modes to and from the center may include roads, rail and air
Inland Logistics CenterInland Logistics Center
Plan Components:Site Development Plan
Infrastructure Service
Employment Generation
Workforce Training Required
Workforce DevelopmentWorkforce Development
Plan Components:Workforce Alliance ServicesJobs Created from Employment CenterWorkforce Training RequiredIdentification of Curriculum Needs
Transportation Transportation
Plan Components:Existing Service Analysis incorporating:
Sufficient Service AreaSufficient Service HoursSufficient Infrastructure (Bus Stops, Shelters?)
Defining Future Service NeedsInland Logistics Center & other Employment centersTransfer Center-connecting commuters to other bus routesCost estimates
Multimodal System PlanMultimodal System Plan
Plan Components:Glades Region Highway & Rail Networks
Inland Logistics Center Road Alignment Alternatives
Drainage Drainage
Plan Components:Data CollectionSystem AnalysisProblem Area Solutions
Water & SewerWater & SewerPlan Components:
Water Treatment FacilitiesWastewater Treatment FacilitiesRaw Water SupplyWater Transmission & DistributionWastewater Collection
Affordable HousingAffordable Housing
Plan Components:Existing Housing InventoryDesktop Housing Conditions Assessment
Core AmenitiesGoods & ServicesEmployment Centers
Desktop Needs Assessment Address Need for Safe, Sanitary & Standard HousingSupport Existing Communities &
Neighborhoods
Coordinated PoliciesCoordinated Policies
Plan Components:Master Plan Guideline Document Comparison to Comprehensive PlansCounty Comprehensive Plan AmendmentsProvide Technical Assistance for Tri-City Comprehensive Plan Recommendations
Treasure Coast Regional Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) RolePlanning Council (TCRPC) Role
Project coordination, due diligence data collection and analysis
Collect base documentation GIS & aerial photographyGlades Region studiesDemographic, business & economic profilesRegulatory documents for PBC & Tri-Cities
TCRPC Role TCRPC Role (cont.)(cont.)
Public Involvement Plan ImplementationCreate Host Committee for Planning Sessions Public OutreachStakeholder InterviewsHold Public Planning Sessions/Workshops Work in Progress Presentations Process will be inclusive, accessible & transparent
TCRPC Role TCRPC Role (cont.)(cont.)
Post Planning Sessions/Workshops ReportsDraft Report of SessionsMarket Overview and Economic Development Analysis ReportFinal Glades Region Planning Report (incorporating comments by partners and stakeholders)
Participate in presentations of Master Plan Overlay and Guideline Document
Potential BenefitsPotential Benefits
Provide a comprehensive analysis of the entire Glades RegionCompletion & Acceptance of Master Plan by HUD
Potential to Obtain Future Funds to Implement PlanProvide Legislative Framework
Community Challenge GrantCommunity Challenge Grant
Valued Supporting PartnersValued Supporting Partners
Office of Community Revitalization
Public Information UpdatesPublic Information Updates
http://www.pbcgov.com/DES/http://www.pbcgov.com/DES/
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