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Regional Vision, Values, and Goals
Introduction to the regional development guide
A more diverse region
A sustained and increased wealth gap
A growing need for affordable housing everywhere
Aging housing infrastructure
An older population
Accessible housing
Housing stability as a foundation
Homes, not housing
Repairing historic and ongoing harm
More extreme weather events & climate
Housing Appendix D - Housing Policy Plan Technical Advisory Group (TAG) engagement summary
Transportation Overview
Regional Development Guide Connection to Water
Regional water context
Key water sustainability challenges
Roles, principles, and plan objectives
Water Policy Plan Amendment Process
Role of the Regional Parks and Trails Policy Plan
Regional Parks and Trails Funding
The State of the Regional Parks and Trails System
Appendix 1: Key Minnesota legislation for the Regional Parks and Trails System
Guiding growth and development in the region
Considering the implications of different scenarios in policy development
Infrastructure and landscape factors that influence planning choices