10-23-17 City Council Agenda Packet

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ATTACHMENT B Riverfront Renewal Guides Framework Advisory Committee for the Riverfront Urban Renewal Plan The concept for the Riverfront Renewal Guides (River Guides) for the Riverfront Urban Renewal Plan comes from Section 900 of the 2004 amended Plan, which calls for a committee authorized by the renewal agency board of directors to advise on the activities of the District. Section 700 of the Plan sets out that the Agency Board is to approve all projects, other than loans, in excess of $250,000. When appropriate, the River Guides can provide input on those projects. Charter Advise on the activities of the District. (One of the primary focuses within the District will be with the riverfront redevelopment, which could involve investments in infrastructure, roads, sidewalks, rail road access, housing, commercial, and a world class park.) Expectations of Members • Have or develop a basic understanding of the projects and requirements authorized in the Riverfront Urban Renewal Plan. • Meet as needed, review meeting materials, provide input to advise on best outcomes for the community. Membership Guidelines • A total of seven members that represent the richness of the community's perspectives, neighborhoods and population demographics • Seek a balanced mix of constituent representatives*, including but not limited to: o Riverfront stakeholder(s) (resident, property/business owner) o Representative (s) from the general public o Member(s) with development/financial/architecture expertise o Member(s) with ecological/sustainability/river conservation group expertise o Member(s) on other City committee(s) (e.g. Budget Committee, Human Rights Commission, Housing Policy Board, Quiet Zone Panel, Parks & Rec Board, Sustainability Commission, Planning Commission) o Riverfront partner agency(s) (e.g. U0, LTD, Parks Foundation) • Terms not to exceed the life of the Riverfront District (approximately seven years) • A long-term commitment to serve is preferred but not required • The committee will select a Chair and Co -Chair who will serve for one year periods. The Chair will work with staff on meeting agendas and processes. * One person may be able to represent more than one interest (for example, a riverfront resident with financial expertise). Membership Selection Process • Mayor compiles a list of individuals and recommends seven for Agency Board consideration in October 2017.