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7.A. - Page 2 of 6 As the purpose and mission are already defined, the Committee discussion focused on their goals, projects, or priorities. These are most closely aligned with Council's Economic Development strategic initiative, in that part of AAC's role is to review public and private development that contributes to the economic well-being and quality of life in the community. These goals are the same for both fiscal years, and include: 1. Reviewing architectural and urban design elements of large and/or sensitive development projects to ensure the enhancement of the natural beauty of the environment and to provide orderly and harmonious appearance of structures. 2. Reviewing specific downtown development projects where guideline deviations are requested, as outlined in the Downtown Precise Plan (DTPP). The AAC would review DTPP projects to ensure that alternative design details from the guideline deviations would still implement the overall DTPP vision and objectives. 3. Collaboration with the Planning Commission through annual joint study sessions to discuss design related topics, scope of review, and review procedure. 4. Review of the City's aesthetic standards for small cell wireless installations within the right-of-way to create clear and uniform design standards for wireless service providers. The AAC would use its expertise as licensed professionals to evaluate and provide guidance on the adopted design standards and make recommendations to staff for improved aesthetic standards. 5. Establishing ongoing professional training and development for AAC members through attendance at training and conferences. AAC would explore opportunities to partner with a local chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the local architectural community to promote exemplary Redwood City development and expanding opportunities to market and increase public awareness of architectural activities in the City. 6. Review any proposed design standards for potential updates to an existing precise plan or a proposal for a new precise plan at the discretion of the City Council. The AAC is available at request to provide design input on design related elements for any policy implementation. Further details on these items, such as benefits to the community, resources needed, and estimated completion times are located in the draft Work Plan in Attachment A. FISCAL IMPACT Staff time is required to administer the work plan and to assist the AAC in achieving certain short-term goals and follow-up items. It is not anticipated that an additional appropriation will be required for this fiscal year. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The draft AAC work plan is not considered a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because the Work Plan is an organizational or administrative activitythat will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment per Section 15378(b)(5). City of Redwood City 1017 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA. 94063 Tel: 650-780-7000 www.redwoodcity.ore 124