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PlanningBoard | 2020-09-14 | 4 | current density still apply, and might there be other ways to think about the overall health of the community. She also agreed with Board Member Ruiz about some of the wording. Board Member Hanson Hom felt that more needed to be done to reach out to youth, seniors, and non-white members of the city. He noted that the Southshore neighborhood was silent and was surprised by the low level of response from Bay Farm. His main conflict was that even though important equity and inclusiveness were, we must be aware of the current density. He also foresaw people having an issue with land-use policies 15 and 16 and believed these needed more work. Board Member Curtis addressed the cynicism and fear coming from the community. He believed that with clearer policies and credibility they could address these issues. He went on to say that for people to believe these items are going to be done the city has to have creditability. President Teague asked when the draft for the housing and mobility elements would be available. Director Thomas said that the current housing element and under state law they have to update by the summer of 2022. All seven elements of the mobility elements are on the website. President Teague pointed out it was not. Director Thomas was surprised and said they would double-check the link. President Teague asked how the Housing Authority had responded with helping with participation. Director Thomas said they had reached out to them and the Housing Authority would help get the word out to the lower-income population. President Teague was very much in favor of a theme like this. He also spoke about his experience with discrimination and how can the board help encourage a high quality of life for everyone. He spoke about other word changes he would like to make expectations and goals clear. The Board took a break from 8:06 pm to 8:16 pm. Director Thomas recommended letting him continue with presenting the rest of the policies then to answer questions presented by the public. Director Thomas continued the presentation. President Teague asked to hear questions from the public and to keep the time under 10 minutes. Staff Member Henry asked questions submitted by the public. Approved Planning Board Minutes Page 4 of 9 September 14, 2020 | PlanningBoard/2020-09-14.pdf |