HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4267-12-2013 A Resolution
NO. 4267-12-2013
SUPPORT ING REGIONAL INITIATIVES IN THE
PLANNING LIVABLE MILITARY COMMUNITIES
REGIONAL VISION REPORT
WHEREAS the Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base (NAS Fort Worth JRB) is
recognized as one of the strongest economic engines in the North Central Texas region and avoiding
incompatible land uses in the surrounding communities is vital to its long-term existence; and
WHEREAS the comi-nunities surrounding NAS Fort Worth JR13 have coordinated to support
development that is compatible with military operations by participating in the Joint Land Use Study
and serving on the Regional Coordination Comi-ruttee, staffed by the North Central Texas Council of
Goverrunents; and
WHEREAS the cities of Benbrook, Fort Worth, Lake Worth, River Oaks, Sansom Park,
Westworth Village and White Settlement, and Tarrant County have participated in a multidisciplinary
planning effor-t called Planning Livable Military Communities that addresses economic development,
housing, land use, transportation, and intergovernmental coordination opportunities; and
WHEREAS the Planning Livable Military Communities Regional Vision Report outlines
recommendations for the communities to accommodate future growth, enhance quality of life, build
strong econornies, and support continued operations at NAS Foi-t Worth JR-B while promoting the
health, safety arid welfare in the communities; arid
WHEREAS the Planning Livable Military Communities Regional Vision Report includes
recommended actions that support the key regional initiatives intended to be implemented in
coordination with other communities and stakeholders as appropriate, including:
I. Economic Development: Encourage positive economic development and strengthen the overall
identity of the region to spark investment, enhance the physical image of the communities, and
attract new businesses and residents.
2. Housing Choice: Provide a range of housing options to attract and retain young farnilies, aging
residents, and employees fi-orn NAS Fort Worth JRB and Lockheed Martin.
3. Land Use: Ensure the safety and quality of fife of residents and protect the mission of NAS
Fort Worth JR-B through the adoption of compatible land use strategies in the noise and safety
zones of the base.
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4. Transportation Options: Ei-Lhance regional mobility by initiating improvements to the area's
network of roads, paths, trails, and sidewalks in order to encourage cormectivity and offer viable
alternative transportation modes,
5. Intergovernmental Coordination: Pursue opportunities for coordination and cooperation among
communities to overcome common challenges and achieve Mutual goals.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE FORTWORTH CITY COUNCIL:
That the City Council endorses and supports the Planning Livable Military Communities
Regional Vision Repo,rt and the associated regional initiatives related to economic development,
housing, land use, transportation, and intergovernmental coordination.
ADOPTED this the I Oth day of December 2013.
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Mary J. Kay , ecret y
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