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3.0 Implementation

During the process of preparing the Comprehensive Plan, including the charrette, public surveys, focus group sessions and public presentations, goals for the future were identified. These goals will guide the type and scale of growth and enable the Village to maintain a high quality-of-life for its residents. They will also provide guidance and support for the business community. Below each goal are policy statements, which further define the goal; the policies are then accompanied by actions that identify specific ways the Village can achieve the stated goal.

3.4 Economy Goals, Policies and Actions

Goal 4		Preserve and enhance the role of the Village as a successful economic center to serve the business, cultural, social and governmental needs of residents, businesses and visitors.
	Policy 4.1:		Ensure a successful downtown by better coordinating existing and potential efforts between the Village, business owners and residents.
		Action 4.1.1:		Collaborate with the Town Board, Pittsford Village Business Association, Chamber of Commerce, and residents to create and staff an "Economic Development Department" position. This position would focus on maintaining the VBD as a vibrant shopping area and act as a liaison between the boards, local businesses and residents. He or she would maintain communications with businesses, provide information on regulatory needs (i.e. parking, services, infrastructure) and act as the source of information promoting the viability of doing business within the Village. This is an important opportunity for inter-municipal cooperation between the Town and Village to promote business and economic development of the entire Pittsford Community.
				Responsibility:	Village Board of Trustees Town Board Pittsford Village Business Association Chamber of Commerce
				Time Frame	1-3 Years
				Estimated Cost:	$30,000.00/annual

		Action 4.1.2:		Prepare a Business Plan for the Village including a market analysis, goal identification, and objectives for the business community; and recognize the types of businesses, cultural attractions and related activities beneficial to the Village.
				Responsibility:	Village Economic Development Department Pittsford Village Business Association Chamber of Commerce
				Time Frame	Immediate
				Estimated Cost:	$25,000.00

		Action 4.1.3:		Develop a summary of regulations referencing the full code for both prospective new businesses and existing businesses that may be undergoing changes; this could include a summary of updated land use regulations, sign regulations, and building permit requirements. The Pittsford Village Business Association and Chamber of Commerce should inform building owners that the information is available so that potential tenants are made aware of these regulations.
				Responsibility:	Village Board of Trustees Village Economic Development Department Pittsford Village Business Association Chamber of Commerce
				Time Frame	1-3 Years
				Estimated Cost:	$5,000.00

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