Explore progress on objectives related to Goal 4 of the Innisfil Economic Development Strategic Plan: Enhance community amenities and assets.
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Action 46 |
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Continue to advocate with developers and landowners to secure new, diverse residential housing projects with a focus on the identified lands around the planned GO Station by showcasing investment opportunities.
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Action 47 |
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Streamline planning processes and approvals and prioritize rental, high density, mixed use, 1-bedroom, and young family housing options.
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Action 48 |
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As part of the CIP program (refer to Action 15), support the creation of mixed-use and accessory residential development in new commercial buildings and developments in Alcona, Cookstown and Stroud.
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Action 49 |
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Advocate for ongoing provincial and/or federal funding to support a local response to areas of challenge including housing and transit.
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Launch and support initiatives to create a vibrant environment for all age segments (including immigrant, newcomers, students, and remote workers).
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Action 50 |
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Work with media partners and post-secondary to create a pipeline of success stories to showcase local business and entrepreneurial achievements to maintain Innisfil’s reputation as a business and innovation friendly community. A diverse range of mediums should be considered including press releases, blogs, photos, videos, interactive maps, and speaking opportunities.
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Action 51 |
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Through collaboration with the County of Simcoe Local Immigration Partnership support implementation of the County of Simcoe newcomer strategy in order to provide support, resources, and guidance to new members to help them feel welcomed, valued, and productive in their new environment. As part of the program, highlight the success stories of individuals who have moved to the town and tapped into local resources in order to start or grow new businesses.
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Action 52 |
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Support local retail businesses participation in online ‘shop local’ efforts such as Digital Mainstreet.
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Enhance the networks that enable people to move within and between InnisfiI's neighbourhoods.
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Action 53 |
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Through implementation of the 2023 Transportation Master Plan, support the further development of active transportation infrastructure to provide quicker links for individuals to access Innisfil’s popular destinations. Further explore the e-scooter programs that can be utilized on the proposed cycling route around Lake Simcoe through the 2024 Transit Master Plan Study.
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Action 54 |
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Through development and implementation of the 2023 Transportation Master Plan and 2024 Transit Master Plan Study explore opportunities to enhance the Town’s existing transportation program (Uber) and introduce new and innovative rural solutions to address workforce transportation needs within and between communities, including connections to and from the City of Barrie. This may include investments in infrastructure to support further cycle route expansions and advocacy and support for Simcoe County Transportation Master Plan for expansions of the LINX Program.
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