§ 74-47. Purposes.

(a)

The development advisory committee is a recommending body whose purpose is to meet on a regular basis to investigate, listen, and contribute ideas from businesses, professionals and community groups represented on the committee.

(b)

It is intended that the meetings of the development advisory committee shall provide a forum for the discussion of subjects that are pertinent for the time and result in ideas to maintain a thriving community. The development advisory committee members, individually and collectively, are expected to:

(1)

Express the ideas, concerns, and interests of businesses, professionals or community groups represented on the committee.

(2)

Enhance discussion by researching innovative ideas applicable to revitalization, redevelopment, community longevity and sustainable principles.

(3)

Provide technical support generated from the knowledge and expertise of the member.

(4)

Promote an atmosphere of respect and fairness.

(5)

Strive to reach consensus within the committee.

(6)

Advise the board of commissioners of the committee's recommendation(s).

(c)

With respect to the matters set forth in subsection (b )the committee shall offer guidance to the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners and shall review, and make recommendations for revisions to the land development requirements within the Gwinnett County Unified Development Ordinance. The committee's recommendation(s) to the board shall be based on individual research, community group needs, and innovative design methodology.

(d)

With respect to the matters set forth in subsection (b) the committee shall:

(1)

Advise the department of planning and development (hereafter referred to as "the department") of statewide concepts and national best practices to revitalize target areas of unincorporated Gwinnett County to make the community safer, greener, and preferred by potential employers, identify abandoned properties, and prioritize areas for revitalization.

(2)

Provide the department with ideas for redevelopment opportunities with emphasis on corridor connectivity, land development activities, and areas of the county identified for redevelopment.

(3)

Provide the department with a full range of ideas centered on encouraging healthy lifestyles and offering high quality of life for all through measures, including but not limited to, use of trees and landscaped areas, protected pedestrian and bike roadside pathways, shaded areas, seating, and gathering areas to promote community, fitness zones and other community spaces.

(4)

Support and recommend sustainable practices to reduce the environmental footprint, restore natural resources, reduce impervious surfaces and promote alternative nontraditional development.

(Ord. No. GCID 2018-0140 , § 1, 2-20-2017)