Marsha Ley

This chapter of the Elk Grove General Plan focuses on the economy and the region, aiming to create a healthy and sustainable local economy. Key objectives include diversifying the business and employment base, building emerging employment centers, supporting local employment to reduce commute times, and enhancing the overall quality of life for residents. The plan outlines goals for a diverse mix of land uses, increased local employment, successful local businesses, establishment of Elk Grove as a regional employment center, strong interagency coordination on economic development, and improved regional mobility and infrastructure to support economic growth and community well-being.

The Elk Grove General Plan establishes a comprehensive framework to guide the city's future development and growth. It focuses on three core components: the Land Use Plan, Transportation Plan, and Resource Conservation Plan. The Land Use Plan outlines development patterns, aims for a balanced jobs/housing ratio, and emphasizes rural area preservation. The Transportation Plan details a multimodal network for efficient movement, promoting accessibility and reducing environmental impacts. The Resource Conservation Plan focuses on protecting natural resources, open spaces, agricultural lands, and managing environmental hazards, all designed to achieve the community's vision.

This document outlines the implementation strategy for the Elk Grove General Plan, serving as a blueprint to guide decision-making and coordinate citywide efforts. It provides a framework for continuous monitoring, maintenance, and periodic updating of the General Plan, which operates over a long-term planning horizon. Key implementation areas include development regulations, housing programs, economic development, transportation, arts, culture, historic preservation, agriculture, environmental conservation, sustainability, parks, recreation, open space, and hazard mitigation and emergency management.

The document outlines Elk Grove's Community Vision, serving as a declaration of the community it aims to become, supported by a Vision Statement and nine Supporting Principles. The overarching goal is to create a diverse, healthy, safe, and family-oriented community with thriving infrastructure, protected natural resources, and sustainable practices. Key strategic areas include enhancing regional influence, guiding infill development and expansion, fostering economic vitality, preserving community identity and rural heritage, managing open space, promoting multimodal transportation, and ensuring coordinated services and infrastructure for all residents.

This chapter of the City of Elk Grove's General Plan outlines strategies for urban and rural development. It focuses on achieving a coordinated development pattern through strategic infill, purposeful expansion into study areas, and creating thriving activity centers with high-quality urban design. Key pillars include managing land use, addressing housing needs across all income levels, fostering sustainable agriculture, and preserving the city's rural character and farming heritage. The plan aims to balance growth with community character, economic prosperity, and environmental sustainability.