Prehensive

TOWN OF MARCY
VISION PLAN

Prepared By: Environmental Design & Research, Landscape Architecture, Planning, Environmental
Services, Engineering and Surveying, P.C. (EDR)
217 Montgomery Street
Suite 1000
Syracuse, New York 13202

Adopted by Marcy Town Board on November 19, 2009

Vision Plan November 19, 2009

Town of Marcy Comprehensive Plan i

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Town Board
Brian Scala, Supervisor
Brendon Candella
James Goodman
Kathy Gregory
Keith Schuderer

Planning Board
Robert Lambe, Chairperson
Carl Annese
Pamela Gomez
Gordon Hathaway
George Robertaccio

Advisory Committee
Johanna Albrecht
Joseph Bravo
Marianne Buttenshon
Daniel Crossway
David Kozyra
Karl Maxwell


Town of Marcy Comprehensive Plan iii

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 Plan Summary..................................................................................................... 1
2.0 Background......................................................................................................... 3
2.1 The Comprehensive Plan and Purpose ............................................................... 3
2.2 Planning Process ............................................................................................... 3
2.3 Community Questionnaire Results..................................................................... 4
2.4 Previous Planning Efforts .................................................................................. 6
2.5 Plan Organization.............................................................................................. 6
3.0 Vision Statement ................................................................................................. 7
4.0 Goals and Objectives .......................................................................................... 9
4.1 Growth Management ....................................................................................... 10
4.2 Natural and Cultural Resources ....................................................................... 11
4.3 Agriculture ...................................................................................................... 12
4.4 Business and Industry...................................................................................... 13
4.5 Housing........................................................................................................... 14
4.6 Transportation ................................................................................................. 15
4.7 Community Facilities and Services.................................................................. 16
5.0 Vision Plan ........................................................................................................ 19
5.1 Proposed Character Areas................................................................................ 20
6.0 Conceptual Community Framework ............................................................... 40
6.1 Restricted Development Areas......................................................................... 40
6.2 Contributing Open Space Areas....................................................................... 40
6.3 Important Community Resources and Opportunities........................................ 41


Town of Marcy Comprehensive Plan 1

1.0 Plan Summary

This Vision Plan for the Town of Marcy outlines the direction for future development desired by
the community. This plan does not propose a dramatic new direction as much as it clarifies what
types of development best fit the different parts of the Town. The focus of this plan is the way
that we would like the Town to develop, at whatever pace occurs over the next several years.

The Vision Plan is comprised of two key components:
Recommended Character Areas. This section of the Vision Plan identifies major
character areas in town and describes how private development can occur in harmony in
each area. In general, the rural northwestern part of town remains rural residential and
agricultural in nature, with the exception of the area around the hamlet of Stittville. The
River Road corridor remains the primary commercial area in town, and the portion of this
corridor along the canal is allowed to develop into an attractive mixed-use neighborhood.
The central part of town continues to provide suburban housing and campus
opportunities for the various institutions that exist and future technology-related
development. Guidelines for appropriate development and non-residential uses in the
suburban areas will be essential to maintain the desired rural character and minimize land
use conflicts.

Conceptual Community Framework. This section of the Vision Plan identifies the key
natural resources to respect and public infrastructure enhancements. The Town
infrastructure is generally in suitable condition for all but major development, with some
attention required on storm water management issues. The major ravines and waterways
remain intact due to conservation overlays established with zoning regulations many
years ago.

The process of developing this plan has taken about two years and has incorporated accepted
planning principles to balance private and public interests Still a great deal of work remains to
develop and adopt the measures to ensure Marcy can achieve the objectives identified in this
Vision Plan. A separate action plan outlines a multitude of options to consider for how we
guide public and private activity toward this end.



2.0 Background
2.1 The Comprehensive Plan and Purpose
A comprehensive plan is a statement of a communitys goals and a conceptual road map for how
to achieve them. A comprehensive plan provides guidance to municipal leaders, government
agencies, community organizations, local businesses, and residents, and helps to ensure that the
communitys needs are met, both now and in the future. Long-term in nature, comprehensive
plans concentrate on drafting land use policy, suggestive regulatory measures, identifying zoning
changes, and proposing local laws that, over time, will foster the communitys future in a manner
consistent with residents preferred vision.

In reading and using a comprehensive plan, it is also important to understand what it is not. This
comprehensive plan is comprehensive in its scope, not its detail. It is not a detailed instruction
manual that tells exactly what to do or what will happen. It does not predict the future, although
it does look ahead and express the Towns goals for the future. It does not prescribe exact
courses of action, because these must be developed with care in response to a wide variety of
situations that may arise. The Plan is like a sketch of what a house will look like when it is built,
not the house itself or the blueprints that tell the builder exactly what to build. It would be short-
sighted to mandate only one way to accomplish a communitys goals in a comprehensive plan,
when creativity and responsiveness to public input and evolving community needs may result in
better solutions.

The zoning code is the document that actually says what is and is not allowed, and it is the day-
to-day decisions of local boards, officials, and citizens that determine what is actually built and
what land is preserved. The zoning should reflect the guidance in the Comprehensive Plan, but
should not be confused with the Plan. New York State law requires that any new land use
regulations or amendments or capital projects be done in accordance with the communitys
adopted comprehensive plan.

2.2 Planning Process
As part of the planning effort, an inclusive public outreach effort was conducted to gain feedback
from the community on existing land use issues and to build consensus on a vision of Marcys
future, including goals and Objectives related to future land use and development. Specifically,
the following approaches were initiated during the planning process to ensure the effort
addressed community concerns:

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An Advisory Committee was created to expand the perspective of the Planning Board
and work with the planning consultants, providing feedback and reviewing draft
documents when necessary
A community questionnaire was distributed to all Town residents
Two public workshops to hear concerns and suggestions from residents
A meeting with the Chamber of Commerce to hear concerns and ideas from the business
community
A public meeting in Stittville to hear concerns and ideas from the Hamlet residents
Progress reviews to share information during the process

Summary of Project Schedule
TASKS/EVENTS SCHEDULE
Meeting with Chamber of Commerce
May 8, 2007
Public Information Meeting #1
May 14, 2007
Community Questionnaire Distributed
May 2007
Public Workshop
June 11, 2007
Inventory/Analysis/Mapping
June-December 2007
Development of Preliminary Objectives
September-December 2007
Public Information Meeting #2 January 28, 2008
Draft Plan April-November 2008
Public Information Meeting #3
January 2009
Plan Finalization
February 2009

2.3 Community Questionnaire Results
A questionnaire was distributed to all Town residents in the Spring 2007 Marcy Matters. Over
615 responses to the questionnaire were received at the Town Hall by July. Approximately 65%
of the residents that responded to the survey were between the ages of 35 to 64. The senior
population (age 65+) represented approximately 30% of the responders. Only 5% of the residents
that responded were between the ages of 25-34. The vast majority of the questionnaires returned
had written comments. See Appendix A for a compilation of the questionnaire results.

Below are some specific results from the questionnaire:



Approximately 98% of the respondents agree (83%) or somewhat agree (15%) that they
experience a good quality of life in the Town of Marcy

Over two-thirds (41% agree and 31% somewhat agree) believe the Town has a distinct identity
within Central New York

About a third of the respondents think of their own neighborhood and another 27% think of the
open countryside when they think of Marcy

Respondents are generally satisfied with the police services (86%), fire protection (86%), road
maintenance (91%), and snow plowing (96%). More than half of the respondents would not be
willing to pay more taxes for improved services.

It was generally agreed that local resources, including streams (91%) wetlands (87%), wildlife
(92%), historic structures (90%), prime farm land (88%), and forests and woodlands (92%)
should be protected.

Most respondents believe scenic views (93%) and rural character (91%) are important and open
space protection should be part of new development (81%).

People think there is a good variety of housing types (86%) and price ranges (75%) available in
the Town. Some respondents suggested that more affordable housing for seniors is desirable.

Respondents are generally in favor of exploring recreational opportunities along the canal (73%)
but have mixed opinions about improvements at Town parks.

Over two-thirds (73%) of the respondents believe the Town needs more shopping or retail.
Several respondents specifically mentioned a grocery store as desirable.

The respondents were divided about whether there are good job opportunities in the area with
41% saying yes and 37% saying no. This is reflected in a cautious response about whether the
Town should work to create more job opportunities in the agriculture (53%), retail (65%),
industrial (64%) and service (63%) sectors.

Most of the respondents live in Marcy (97%) and own their home (96%). More than half (64%) of
the respondents have lived here over 16 years. About a third live in Marcy because is it rural and
quiet. Other common reasons for living in Marcy include the school district (15%), being close to
Utica or Rome (12%), lower taxes (11%), or because they grew up here (11%).



2.4 Previous Planning Efforts
A master plan was last completed for the Town in 1972. The plan evolved from a two-year
planning process. Specific recommendations in the plan related to transportation, land use, and
community facilities. Since 1972, several changes have occurred in Marcy impacting the
landscape and the demands on community services. Some of the significant development and
proposals include:

Development of the State University of New York Institute of Technology (SUNY IT)
campus
Development of the Town Park on Toby Road
Development of two correctional institutions
Development of the Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Completion of the Utica-Rome Expressway
Development of the new Town Hall on Paul Becker Road
Development of a significant number of subdivisions and associated water and sanitary
sewer infrastructure
The Semiconductor Manufacturing Initiative-New York (Semi-NY) chip plant site
proposal
The New York Regional Interconnect (NYRI) proposal

2.5 Plan Organization
It was decided at the beginning of the planning process to start from scratch and organize a new
plan that is easy to read and amenable to updates as the need occurs. As such, the Town of
Marcy Comprehensive Plan (hereafter referred to as the Plan) consists of two parts. Part I-Vision
Plan is the part of the Plan that outlines the community vision statement, goals, and objectives.
Part II-Community Inventory (under separate cover) provides the background data that supports
the recommendations. A related document, Part III-Action Plan for Comprehensive Plan
Implementation, provides the Town with recommended alternatives for accomplishing the Plans
goals and objectives.



3.0 Vision Statement

This vision statement represents our communitys collective view for the future and sets the tone
of this plans goals and Objectives. It is a summary statement of the common values that were
identified through the community questionnaire responses and public meetings. The following is
Marcys vision statement:

The Town of Marcy will protect its quality of life and grow into a diverse community friendly
to families and businesses. Our growth will be based on a balance of land uses with quality
design that supports a distinct, attractive sense of place and respects our regional setting and
natural and cultural resources.



4.0 Goals and Objectives
In order to fulfill the communitys vision statement, it is important to articulate specific goals
and Objectives that will guide the actions to be taken by our Town government and citizens. The
goals provide a general statement of intent of community values and desires. The Objectives
specify in general terms the ways by which the goals can be reached. These Objectives, many of
which echo suggestions made by residents and other stakeholders during the planning process,
provide guidance for the recommendations outlined in the Vision Plan.



4.1 Growth Management

Goal:
Manage growth in a manner that provides protection of resources and preserves the Towns rural
character.

Objectives:
4.1.1 Continually provide regular opportunities for substantive public input on growth and
development issues facing the Town and the future character of the Town.

4.1.2 Discourage forms of growth and development that will thoughtlessly consume the Towns
farmlands, natural resources, and open spaces.

4.1.3 Update and strengthen the existing land use regulations (such as zoning, subdivision approval,
erosion and sedimentation control, etc.) to be consistent with the goals of the Vision Plan.

4.1.4 Support sustainable energy policies by encouraging all new or rehabilitation construction efforts
to incorporate LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) standards and energy
efficient land use patterns.

4.1.5 Identify preferred development for specific areas and promote the efficient use of such lands for
uses consistent with smart growth principles.

4.1.6 Initiate and maintain communication with other local, county, regional, and state agencies to
ensure that the pace, location, and type of development is consistent with local desires.

4.1.7 Encourage mixed-use development in commercial areas.

4.1.8 Prohibit or manage nuisances and undesirable land use activities that are inconsistent with an
environmentally attractive and safe community.

4.1.9 Evaluate new development on how it will impact its immediate environs, the open space network,
and the overall preferred development patterns of the Town and adjacent municipalities.


4.2 Natural and Cultural Resources

Goal:
Preserve and protect the natural and cultural resources that contribute to the Marcys unique
character and perform important environmental functions for the community.

Objectives:
4.2.1 Identify and catalogue the natural and cultural resources that need protection, and implement
tools and techniques to preserve them.

4.2.2 Support agricultural and other private sector efforts to protect and minimize impact on
significant environmental features such as streams, drainage ways, wetlands, wooded areas,
steep slopes, and watersheds.

4.2.3 Work to accomplish the goals of state and federal regulations as well as supporting wetland
mitigation in cases where no desirable alternatives to wetland alteration are available.

4.2.4 Study and utilize when appropriate the use of incentive zoning, innovative subdivision
regulations, voluntary conservation easements, and similar techniques in an effort to strike a
reasonable balance between private property rights and public environmental concerns.

4.2.5 Address storm water management issues in coordination with other governmental agencies,
including adjacent municipalities, Oneida County, FEMA, EPA, the Army Corps of Engineers,
and the NYSDEC.

4.2.6 Inform residents of the benefits of protecting the Towns natural and cultural resources.



4.3 Agriculture

Goal:
Foster a spirit of cooperation between farm and non-farm residents in preserving agricultural
resources while supporting responsible growth without unduly infringing on property rights.

Objectives:
4.3.1 To enact and enforce appropriate local laws, including zoning, which will support and
encourage viable agriculture and minimize any burdens on agriculture occurring in suitable
areas.

4.3.2 Maintain a dialogue with the farm community to address mutual concerns over which farmers
and local government have some control.

4.3.3 Coordinate with surrounding towns and land trusts to preserve farmland.

4.3.4 Support the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets farmland preservation program
which promotes public acquisition of development rights and/or conservation easements.

4.3.5 Work with the Oneida County Soil and Water Conservation District to disseminate information
to farmland owners and residents about Agricultural Environmental Management practices.

4.3.6 Consider flexible land uses to enable farms to diversify and engage in community compatible
economic activities in addition to farming.


4.4 Business and Industry

Goal:
Encourage sustainable economic development that benefits the entire community.

Objectives:
4.4.1 Support appropriate business uses to ensure a stable tax base and provide quality employment
opportunities for residents.

4.4.2 Develop an identifiable and unique branding that embraces the Towns culture, character and
history, and enhances community identity.

4.4.3 Allow suitable mixed use in designated areas in the Town.

4.4.4 Encourage quality development that enhances Town character.

4.4.5 Invest in visual improvements to public places to improve community aesthetic character,
enhance property values, and encourage private investment.

4.4.6 Continue to improve effective communication efforts between Town government and
residents/business owners.


4.5 Housing

Goal:
Provide a balanced blend of quality housing, including a desirable range of housing types and
affordable price ranges.

Objectives:
4.5.1 Support the development of a variety of housing for different age groups, family sizes and
income levels.

4.5.2 Encourage higher density residential uses in mixed-use developments and other appropriate
locations.

4.5.3 Work with municipalities surrounding the Town to ensure that future development serves the
needs and enhances the quality of life for the entire region.


4.6 Transportation

Goal:
Provide a safe and efficient transportation network that is responsive to Town character.

Objectives:
4.6.1 Support a local road network that will enable future extension of local roads as adjacent land
develops.

4.6.2 Develop incentives and equitable control mechanisms to minimize the number of driveway cuts
and other potential obstructions on the Town's major roads.

4.6.3 Provide and implement a long-range plan for pedestrian and bicycle systems and facilities.

4.6.4 Support the increased use of regional public transit.

4.6.5 Work cooperatively with the Oneida County Department of Public Works, the New York State
Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), and Herkimer-Oneida County Transportation Study
(Municipal Planning Organization-MPO) in planning improvements.


4.7 Community Facilities and Services

Goal:
Provide community facilities and services that are essential to maintaining and improving the
quality of life of residents and meeting the needs of local businesses.

Objectives:
4.7.1 Establish an ongoing system to identify and prioritize community facility and service needs.

4.7.2 Maintain and enhance public access to the Mohawk River and New York Canal System for such
activities as picnicking, fishing, and boating.

4.7.3 Maximize use of Federal and State programs and grants to supplement funding from local
sources for recreational, cultural and educational facilities and activities.

4.7.4 Pursue joint-use agreements with entities such as the public school districts, SUNY IT, and other
non-profit organizations to cost-effectively provide recreational opportunities for residents and
to promote the shared use of their community-minded facilities.

4.7.5 Work with adjacent municipalities to connect to existing and/or develop new recreational trails.

4.7.6 Regularly monitor the need for fire, police, and emergency medical service upgrades to ensure
the provision of quality and cost effective services into the future.

4.7.7 Minimize the potential negative impacts of telecommunications and other utility related
structures and protect the health, safety and welfare of residents.

4.7.8 Continue to provide high quality drinking water within the Town.

4.7.9 Advocate for continued investment in competitive telecommunications infrastructure to benefit
all Town businesses and residents.



4.7.10 Incorporate a high level of architectural and site design into public facilities such as Town
buildings and parks because they are important to civic life and to the visual identity of the
community.

4.7.11 Regularly reevaluate and update the existing Town Park Master Plan (uses, assessments, needs)
for each park and implement recommendations.

4.7.12 Pursue and secure funding to acquire land for parks, trails, and greenways.

4.7.13 Work with the Oneida County Sheriff and New York State Police to intensify speed enforcement
on all highways and roads under their jurisdiction.



5.0 Vision Plan
The vision statement expresses the importance of fostering a sense of place, which translates into
distinct urban, suburban, and rural characteristics. The Vision Plan proposes that the Town be
divided into seven identifiable character areas that support this gradation of character. In general,
character areas are distinctive geographic areas with similar physical characteristics and
development patterns. Each area has important qualities that either exist at present, are to be
preserved, or are deemed to be desirable and achievable as change occurs in the future.
Character areas are included in the Comprehensive Plan so that desired characteristics of the
natural and developed environment for each area can be described. Once this has been
accomplished, specific planning concerns related to future change and development can be
identified. Zoning and other land use and development regulations can be tailored to address
these planning concerns. When making case-by-case decisions on site plans, variances, re-
zonings, and subdivisions, reviewing boards should take the recommendations of this section of
the Plan into account when setting conditions or determining whether or not to approve or
modify a specific proposal.

The approximate locations of the character areas are illustrated on the Recommended Character
Area Map. Some of the planning concepts described on the following pages represent short-term
targets that could be achieved in the relatively near future. Some planning concepts must be
viewed as being very long range.



5.1 Proposed Character Areas

5.1.1 Hamlet of Stittville Area
Background:
The Hamlet of Stittville originated as an agricultural/milling crossroads. Today, the Hamlet of
Stittville maintains much of its historic integrity and neighborhood qualities. The Hamlet can be
divided into three sub areas: 1) the Hamlet core, which is the historic center of the Hamlet along
Main Street; 2) the Hamlet edge, which consists mostly of the residential areas on the east
(Alvord Road), west (Mill Street), and south (Railroad Street and NYS Route 291) sides of the
core; and 3) the Hamlet highway edge, which consists of the NYS Route 291 corridor from the
north side of Ninemile Creek to the intersection of NYS Route 365.

General character objective:
Hamlet Core: small center of social, cultural, civic, and economic activity; mixed-use
high density with a variety of housing types and small scale commercial service; small
lots; architectural design compatible and sympathetic to historic styles; pedestrian-
friendly environment with historically appropriate signage, lighting, sidewalks, and
landscaping to enhance its sense of place


Hamlet Edge: primarily medium to low density residential use that blends with the
adjacent Agricultural/Rural Residential character area; attractive and simple gateway
features
Hamlet Highway Edge: medium to low density development; small to medium scale
retail and commercial services (approximately 5,000 square feet building or less); rural
architectural characteristics compatible with the historic Hamlet Core

Issues of concern:
Hamlet Core: loss of traditional development patterns, architecture, and sense of place;
the need for more diverse housing stock to accommodate groups such as the elderly and
empty nesters
Hamlet Edge: flexibility in use and physical extent and its compatibility with both the
Agricultural/Rural Residential character area and the Hamlet Core
Hamlet Highway Edge: loss of traditional development patterns, architecture, and sense
of place; consistency with adjacent town

Roadway character:
Hamlet Core: traditional street grid layout and an alignment that conforms to topography;
on-street parking; pedestrian scaled lighting; open and closed drainage systems;
continuous sidewalks on one or both sides of the street
Hamlet Edge: traditional street grid layout and/or alignment that conforms to topography;
narrow, two drive lane residential streets with no on-street parking; intersections lighted;
drainage by open swales; walking path or bicycle trail on one side
Hamlet Highway Edge: no on-street parking; minimal lighting; drainage by open swales;
walking path or bicycle trail on one side (off the road)

Frontage types:
Hamlet Core: porches, low fences, lawn
Hamlet Edge: open fields, agricultural fields, woodlands, naturalistic plantings
Hamlet Highway Edge: open fields, woodlands, naturalistic plantings

Building placement:
Hamlet Core: shallow to medium front and side yard setbacks, parking at the side or rear
Hamlet Edge: medium to large front and side yard setbacks
Hamlet Highway Edge: buildings buffered from primary roads by distance and
naturalistic plantings

Typical building height:
Hamlet Core: Two story minimum, three stories maximum


Hamlet Edge: One to two and one half stories; no limit on agricultural buildings
Hamlet Highway Edge: One and one half story minimum, two and one half stories
maximum, including commercial/retail

Community amenities:
Hamlet Core: Ninemile Creek; sidewalks; civic institutions; public water and sewer
infrastructure
Hamlet Edge: Ninemile Creek and tributaries; scenic views and road corridors; walking
paths and bicycle trails; public water and sewer infrastructure; potential Adirondack
scenic train hamlet flag-stop
Hamlet Highway Edge: walking paths and bicycle trails

Types of development*:
Hamlet Core: Recreation (e.g., Ninemile Creek Fishing Access); Institutional (e.g.,
church, cemetery); Residential (e.g., single family homes, accessory apartment, small
apartment buildings); Retail (e.g., dining, convenience store, boutique); Services (e.g.,
bank, veterinary, medical, emergency/public safety)
Hamlet Edge: Residential (e.g., single family homes, accessory apartment, small
apartment buildings); Open Space
Hamlet Highway Edge: Residential (e.g., single family homes); Retail (e.g., convenience
store, seasonal entities with limited hours--farm stand, Christmas trees); Services (e.g.,
small scale vehicle-oriented businesses); Open Space

*The uses noted indicate ones that have been identified to be consistent with the character of the
area. Restrictions on these uses and additional uses may be considered during the process of
updating land use regulations.


5.1.2 Agricultural / Rural Residential Area

Background:
The Agricultural/Rural Residential area traditionally consisted of rural farmland and soils well
suited for agriculture. Today, the Agricultural/Rural Residential area consists mostly of
farmland, but there are several single-family homes located on road frontages and on large lots.
The agricultural land use, natural resources (i.e., brush land, woodlands, streams, and wetlands)
and undulating topography significantly contribute to the communitys visual openness and rural
character.

Maintain agricultural activities as the predominant land use
Housing development patterns rural in form and compatible with agricultural activity and
natural resources
A road network sensitive to the predominantly rural undeveloped areas with significant
open space, tree cover, or other vegetation along the road frontage.
Suburban single-family housing and non-farm development secondary to agriculture and
open space character.
Off-road recreational trails (potentially along stream, railroad, and utility corridors) that
connect Stittville to other areas in the Town and adjacent Towns


Issues of concern:
The viability of farming
Adequate buffers between residential development and agriculture operations
Obstructions to significant views by non-agricultural development
Past development practices have resulted in individual homes lining rural roadways,
impacting visual character and isolating properties behind the frontage house lots
(residential strip development)
Minimizing the impact on sensitive environmental areas such as streams, drainage ways,
wetlands, wooded areas, steep slopes, and watersheds
Maintaining the maximum amount of existing vegetation in all development projects

Roadway character:
Alignment conforms to topography
Two drive lanes maximum, except for major highways; narrow residential streets
Minimal lighting
Drainage by open swales
Walking path or bicycle trail along main collector roads (off the road)

Frontage types:
Open fields, agricultural fields, woodlands, naturalistic plantings
Larger lot widths and spacing between driveways along main roads

Building placement:
Variable lot sizes
Variable setbacks
Buildings buffered from primary roads by distance and vegetation
Low density residential or cluster development
Building scales proportional to lot size
Buildings grouped on a lot corresponding to the primary building

Residential buildings: maximum two-story height
Agricultural buildings: no height restrictions

Toby Road Park
Link Park
Ninemile Creek and multiple other creeks, brooks, and tributaries


Scenic views and road corridors
Walking paths and bicycle trails
Public water and sewer only as needed

Agriculture (e.g., crops, livestock, tree nurseries, orchards, equestrienne facility)
Recreation (e.g., public parks, golf courses)
Institution (e.g., cemetery)
Residential (e.g., single family homes, accessory apartment)
Retail (e.g., seasonal entities with limited hours, limited parking, and under 3,000
enclosed square footage - farm stand, greenhouse, Christmas tree stand)
Services (e.g., veterinary, kennel, animal shelter, bed & breakfast)
Utilities (e.g., wireless tower, wind energy)
Open Space (e.g., forest management)



5.1.3 Suburban Residential Area

Background:
The Suburban Residential area mostly consists of suburban type residential development on one-
acre or larger lots with a few pockets of agricultural land uses. A large percentage of the Towns
population lives in this area. County and Town roads interconnect the residential subdivisions
that exist in this area.

Single-family residential development clustered where possible to protect
environmentally significant features (watersheds, slopes, wetlands, stream banks, etc.)
and blend with farming and agriculture related activities
Residential subdivision roads with appropriate (not excessive) street widths, planting
strips with street trees, sidewalks or walking paths, and connected (not necessarily grid-
like) street patterns
Suburban character collector road corridors that include controlled access and green
space buffers adjacent to the roadway; bike and walking paths
Off-road recreational trails that connect to other areas of the Town
Adequate storm water management using techniques that enhance community character



Issues of concern:
Loss of farming and agriculture related activities in this area reduce rural setting qualities
Storm water management
Minimizing residential strip subdivision along major roads
Several of the remaining larger parcels in this area have the potential for subdivision
Truck traffic

Roadway character:
Alignment conforms to topography
Minimal use of dead-end streets
Two drive lanes maximum
Minimal lighting on highways; post lighting on residential streets
Walking path or bicycle trail along main roads (off the road)

Frontage types:
Primary roads: open fields, agricultural fields, woodlands, naturalistic plantings
Larger lot widths and spacing between driveways along main roads
Residential streets: porches, lawn, paved driveways, naturalistic plantings

Building placement:
Collector roads (Hayes, Cavanaugh, Morgan, Morris, Kennedy, Glass Factory, Church):
large variable front and side yard setbacks; buildings buffered by distance and vegetation;
adequate spacing between buildings to allow views to open space
Residential streets: medium front and side yard setbacks

Residential buildings: one to two story
Agricultural buildings: no height restrictions

Neighborhood green spaces
Creeks and brooks
Scenic views and road corridors
Naturalistic storm water basins
Public water and sewer infrastructure



Agriculture (e.g., crops, tree nurseries, orchards; equestrienne facility-on larger parcels
provided that adequate provision is made to prevent nuisance to adjoining residences)
Recreation (e.g., public parks, golf courses)
Institution (e.g., church, cemetery)
Residential (e.g., single family homes, accessory apartment, duplexes)
Communications (e.g., height limited antennae)
Open Space




5.1.4 Suburban Campus Area

Background:
The Suburban Campus consists mostly of suburban type residential and institutional
development. This character area, which has the potential to support a significant mix of
development, can be divided into three sub areas: 1) Suburban West-the area west of Morris
Road, 2) Maynard Neighborhood- the area immediately north of the River Road Commercial
Business Corridor, and 3) Suburban Tech-the area north of Campus Drive, including SUNY-IT
and the proposed NanoCenter.
Suburban West: mix of commercial (non-retail), professional office and light industrial
development consistent with the existing larger institutions and community facilities
located in the area; well-landscaped, campus-like planned development designed and
sited in a manner compatible with the Towns open space network and the adjacent
Suburban Residential and Agricultural/Rural Residential areas
Maynard Neighborhood: diversity of housing types (single-family housing, townhouses,
small apartment buildings); buildings with neighborhood residential character and scale
Suburban Tech: well-landscaped, campus-like planned development designed and sited in
a manner compatible with the Towns open space network and the adjacent Suburban
Residential area; off-road trails that connect to other areas of the Town


Issues of concern:
Suburban West: adequate storm water management using techniques that enhance
community character
Maynard Neighborhood: adequate buffers between the River Road Commercial Business
Corridor
Suburban Tech: impacts on community quality and character by the proposed
NanoCenter and associated development; safety at the intersection of Hazard Road and
Edic Road; redevelopment viability of Church/Trenton Road area

Roadway character:
Suburban West: road alignment conforms to topography; minimal lighting on major
roads (NYS Route 291, Old River; Paul Becker); drainage by open swales; walking path
or bicycle trail along main roads (off the road)
Maynard Neighborhood: road alignment conforms to topography; minimal lighting on
major roads (Morris, Maynard Drive, Old River); post lighting on residential streets;
drainage by open swales; walking path or bicycle trail along main roads (off the road)
Suburban Tech: road alignment conforms to topography; minimal lighting on major roads
(Glass Factory, Church, Mulaney, Trenton); drainage by open swales; walking path or
bicycle trail along main roads (off the road)

Frontage types:
Suburban West: open fields, agricultural fields, woodlands, naturalistic plantings
Suburban West: Larger lot widths and spacing between driveways along main roads
Maynard Neighborhood: porches, lawn, naturalistic plantings
Suburban Tech: open fields, agricultural fields, woodlands, naturalistic plantings
Suburban Tech: Larger lot widths and spacing between driveways along main roads

Building placement:
Suburban West: large variable front and side yard setbacks; buildings buffered by
distance and naturalistic plantings
Maynard Neighborhood: small to medium front and side yard setbacks
Suburban Tech: open fields, agricultural fields, woodlands, naturalistic plantings

Suburban West: one to three story
Maynard Neighborhood: one to two and one half story
Suburban Tech: one to three story; no height restrictions for agricultural buildings



Suburban West: walking paths and bicycle trails
Maynard Neighborhood: walking paths and bicycle trails; neighborhood green spaces
Suburban Tech: walking paths and bicycle trails

Suburban West: Agriculture (e.g., pre-existing); Recreation (e.g., public parks, golf
courses, indoor sports facilities); Institution (e.g., schools, prisons, social clubs,
churches); Residential (e.g., low rise apartments, specialty housing for older and retired
residents); Retail (e.g., seasonal entities with limited hours- farm stand, greenhouse);
Services (e.g., medical, veterinary, truck stop, professional office, warehouse, restaurants,
nursing homes, senior living, day care, emergency/public safety); Industrial (e.g., light
industrial, research and development, high technology); Transportation (e.g., residential
roads, suburban two-lane highways); Communications (e.g., wireless tower, wind
turbine); Infrastructure (e.g., sewer, water, electricity, gas); Open Space
Maynard Neighborhood: Recreation (e.g., public parks); Institution (e.g., schools, social
clubs, churches, cemetery); Residential (e.g., single family homes, accessory apartment,
low rise apartments, specialty housing for older and retired residents); Retail (e.g.,
neighborhood convenience); Services (e.g., professional office, senior living, day care,
emergency/public safety); Transportation (e.g., residential roads, suburban two-lane
highways); Infrastructure (e.g., sewer, water, electricity, gas); Open Space
Suburban Tech: Agriculture (e.g., crops, tree nurseries, orchards); Recreation (e.g., public
parks, indoor sports facilities, college-related); Institution (e.g., schools, social clubs,
churches, cemetery); Residential (e.g., low rise apartments, specialty housing that older
and retired residents); Services (e.g., medical, veterinary, professional office, warehouse,
senior living, day care, greenhouses, emergency/public safety); Industrial (e.g., light
industrial, research and development, high technology); Transportation (e.g., residential
roads, suburban two-lane highways); Communications (e.g., wireless tower, wind
turbine); Infrastructure (e.g., sewer, water, electricity, gas); Open Space



5.1.5 River Road Commercial Business Corridor

Background:
The River Road Commercial Business Corridor is the primary commercial business corridor and
eastern gateway into the Town. Land uses mostly cater to vehicle-oriented business.

A visual impression that stimulates business and investment and enhances nearby and
adjoining residential areas
Architectural design compatible with the Town and regional characteristics and qualities
Retail, professional and technical businesses
Calmed vehicle traffic
Sidewalks and other pedestrian amenities
Side or rear yard parking; linked parking lots; shared driveways
Infill development and redevelopment activities



Issues of concern:
Visual appearance of strip-type development and the lack of landscaping and screening of
parking and dumpsters
Inconsistent signage type, scale and character
Storm water management
Challenges associated with existing small, irregular parcels
Vehicle access management along River Road; multiple curb cuts
Adequate buffer treatments between residential neighborhoods

Roadway character:
Limited curb cuts
Adequate drive lanes that consider traffic calming techniques
Ornamental post lighting on commercial corridor; pedestrian post lighting on residential
streets
Raised curbs drained by inlets
Sidewalks where possible; textured crosswalks
Street trees
Orderly commercial signage

Frontage types:
Commercial/shop front with buffered parking

Building placement:
Shallow to medium front and side yard setbacks; buildings oriented toward the street

One to two story with some three story

Urban type park/green space
Exposed and buffered creeks and brooks
Sidewalks or walking paths and bicycle trails
Public water and sewer infrastructure



Recreation (e.g., public parks, sports complex, miniature golf)
Institution (e.g., social clubs, churches)
Residential (e.g., low rise apartments)
Retail (e.g., vehicle-oriented, auto sales and repair, car wash, building supplies, grocery
store)
Services (e.g., bank, professional office, restaurants, taverns, limited warehouse,
Laundromat)
Industrial (e.g., light industrial, research & development)
Transportation (e.g., sidewalks, bicycle routes, commercial frontage highway)
Communications (e.g., limited antennae)
Open Space



5.1.6 Canal Side Area

Background:
The Canal Side Area is an area traditionally linked to the New York State Canal. The area
consists of two sub areas: 1) the River Road Frontage area and 2) the Canal Frontage area. The
River Road Frontage sub area has the potential to evolve into a neotraditional neighborhood with
a mix of uses fronting River Road that are surrounded by residential use. The Canal Frontage
sub area, which consists of lands abutting the Canal, is an area that would maximize mixed-use
waterfront development potential.

River Road Frontage: mixed use buildings with traditional scale, form, and materials;
comfortable pedestrian environment
Canal Frontage: strong physical and visual relationship to the Mohawk River and New
York State Canal; a renewed marina with associated waterfront housing; promote value
of Erie Canalway trail
Recreational fields



Issues of concern:
River Road Frontage: restrictions of existing small parcels; loss of residential character
and traditional neighborhood type of development; thru-commercial truck traffic
Canal Frontage: physical and visual separation from the Canal

Roadway character:
River Road Frontage: traditional street grid layout; off-street parking; pedestrian scaled
lighting; open and closed drainage systems; continuous sidewalks on one or both sides of
the street; street trees
Canal Frontage: pedestrian scaled lighting; open and closed drainage systems; continuous
sidewalks on Canal and street frontage; street trees

Frontage types:
River Road Frontage: shop front, screened side yard and rear yard parking; residential
porches, lawns, and low fences
Canal Frontage: publicly accessible frontages-streetside and canal side

Building placement:
River Road Frontage: shallow to medium front and side yard setbacks, buildings oriented
toward street
Canal Frontage: medium front and side yard setbacks; buildings oriented toward the
Canal

River Road Frontage: one to two and one half story
Canal Frontage: one to three story

River Road Frontage: views and access to the Canal; trail connections to other areas of
the Town of Marcy
Canal Frontage: continuous trail along Canal edge or at least public access to the Canal
Recreational fields

Types of development:
River Road Frontage: Agriculture (e.g., greenhouses); Recreation (e.g., public parks,
trails); Institution (e.g., social clubs, churches); Residential (e.g., single family homes,
accessory apartment, low rise apartments); Retail (e.g., neighborhood market, mixed use,
farmers market, shopping center, pubs, florist, bakery); Services (e.g., coffee shop,
professional office, restaurants, boutique); Transportation (e.g., residential roads,


sidewalks); Communications (e.g., limited antennae); Infrastructure (e.g., sewer, water,
electricity, gas); Open Space
Canal Frontage: Recreation (e.g., public parks, private marina, trails); Institution (e.g.,
social clubs); Residential (e.g., single family homes, accessory apartment, waterfront
condominiums); Retail (e.g., neighborhood market, mixed use, pubs); Services (e.g.,
coffee shop, professional office, restaurants, boutique); Transportation (e.g., narrow
residential-like roads, sidewalks); Communications (e.g., limited antennae);
Infrastructure (e.g., sewer, water, electricity, gas); Open Space; Waterfront related uses
(e.g., small-scale entertainment venues)




5.1.7 Mohawk River Corridor Area
Background:
The Canal and Mohawk River are the dominant landscape features. Views of the natural features
of this area and access to the water are important elements.

Public access points and recreational trails along the waterfront

Issues of concern:
Clean-up of junkyard sites
Floodplain restrictions

Roadway character:
Two drive lanes maximum, minimum shoulder width
Minimal lighting
Walking path or bicycle trail on one side

Frontage types:
Open, wooded, naturalistic

Building placement:
Variable setbacks
Located above flood elevations

Buildings: one story



Access to waterfront

Agriculture (e.g., crops)
Transportation (e.g., limited roads)
Communications (e.g., limited antennae)
Open Space



6.0 Conceptual Community Framework
The community framework includes both anticipated infrastructure required to support the
desired development as well as identification of the physical resources believed to be key aspects
of the desired community character. Some of these resources are worthy of protection; others
provide opportunities for connections within the community. All of these transcend the character
areas and are essential factors in the quality of life offered in Marcy.

Specifically, the Conceptual Community Framework map has three layers, each of which is
described in a section below.

6.1 Restricted Development Areas
These areas have sensitive landscape features considered to be generally unsuitable for, or
hazardous to, development and consist of the following:

Conservation Zoning District taken from the current zoning, these are primarily
drainage ravines and the Mohawk Valley flood plain.
Mapped NYS Freshwater Wetlands these are areas as defined by NYS
Department of Environmental Conservation and.
100-Year Flood Zones based upon the available FIRM mapping, these areas are
generalized on this map.
Excessive Slopes these areas are those with slopes estimated to be greater than
25%.
Streams defined waterways of all types, plus a 50 buffer to provide a basic level of
water quality protection.

Development should be restricted in these areas in both type and extent, to avoid significant
impacts beyond the immediate property and increased risks/costs associated with natural hazards.
.

6.2 Contributing Open Space Areas
These areas contribute to the valued character of the Town and provide visual open space,
recreation opportunities, and rural character:

Agricultural Districts these are lands defined as part of Oneida Countys
Agricultural District (not just active agriculture).
Hydric soils these soil types are used by US Army Corps of Engineers to define
wetland areas under their jurisdiction.
Institutions these are the public facilities that serve the local residents (Town Hall,
Fire Stations, Schools, SUNY IT).


Cultural Resources known historical features.
Parks public recreation lands.
Recreation private recreation lands (i.e. golf course).
Steep Slopes these areas are those with slopes estimated to be greater than 15%
(but less than 25%).
Utility corridors major utility rights-of-way that contribute to open views.

The town can work with the public and private property owners to conserve the important
characteristics of these lands for mutual benefit. Careful development is encouraged in these
areas to avoid potentially negative impacts on the larger landscape systems (i.e., storm water
management, adjacent streams, upland-wetland complexes, poor soils, habitat, recreation, etc.).

6.3 Important Community Resources and Opportunities
These areas are potential opportunities for connections, areas of known infrastructure constraints,
and other public amenities to consider as part of the towns long term development:

Potential Road Corridors potential collector or connector road to be considered as
part of the long term development of the town.
Trails walkway, bikeway, or other type of trail (both existing and potential shown).
Infrastructure Issues specific constraints that need to be addressed in coordination
with development.
Key Viewpoints areas that provide desirable public views over the local and
regional landscape (not shown on map).

The town can address these opportunities with public initiatives and as part of coordinated
development reviews.

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comprehensive plan
As the Town of Marcy looks forward, the Comprehensive Plan provides a strategic policy framework and a guide for
action by Town of Marcy decision-makers and stakeholders to manage growth and change over the next decade.
Prepared by: Environmental Design & Research
www.edrpc.com
February 18, 2009 For more information, please visit the Towns website:
www.townofmarcy.org
HAMLET OF STITTVILLE
The Hamlet of Stittville maintains much of its historic integrity and neighborhood
qualities. The Hamlet can be divided into three sub areas: 1) the Hamlet core,
which is the historic center of the Hamlet along Main Street; 2) the Hamlet edge,
which consists mostly of the residential areas on the east (Alvord Road), west
(Mill Street), and south (Railroad Street and NYS Route 291) sides of the core;
and 3) the Hamlet highway edge, which consists of the NYS Route 291 corridor
from the north side of Ninemile Creek to the intersection of NYS Route 365.
Hamlet Core: small center of social, cultural, civic, and economic activity;
mixed-use high density with a variety of housing types and small scale
commercial service; small lots; architectural design compatible and
sympathetic to historic styles; pedestrian-friendly environment with historically
appropriate signage, lighting, sidewalks, and landscaping to enhance its sense
of place
Hamlet Edge: primarily medium to low density residential use that blends
with the adjacent Agricultural/Rural Residential character area; attractive and
simple gateway features
Hamlet Highway Edge: medium to low density development; small to medium
scale retail and commercial services (5,000 square feet maximum); rural
architectural characteristics compatible with the historic Hamlet Core
AGRICULTURAL / RURAL RESIDENTIAL
The Agricultural/Rural Residential area consists mostly of farmland, but there
are several single-family homes located on road frontages and on large lots.
The agricultural land use, natural resources (i.e., brush land, woodlands,
streams,and wetlands) and undulating topographysignifcantlycontribute to the
communitys visual openness and rural character.
Maintain agricultural activities as the predominant land use
Housing development patterns rural in form and compatible with agricultural
activity and natural resources
A road network sensitive to the predominantly rural undeveloped areas with
signifcantopen space,tree cover,or other vegetation along the road frontage.
Suburban single-family housing and non-farm development secondary to
agriculture and open space character.
Off-road recreational trails (potentially along stream, railroad, and utility
corridors) that connect Stittville to other areas in the Town and adjacent Towns.
SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL
The Suburban Residential area mostly consists of suburban type residential
development on one-acre or larger lots with pockets of agricultural land uses. A
large percentage of the Towns population lives in this area.
Single-family residential development clustered where possible to protect
environmentallysignifcantfeatures(watersheds,slopes,wetlands,stream
banks, etc.) and blend with farming and agriculture related activities
Residential subdivision roads with appropriate (not excessive) street widths,
planting strips with street trees, sidewalks, and connected (not necessarily
grid-like) street patterns
Suburban character collector road corridors that include controlled access and
green space buffers adjacent to the roadway; bike and walking paths
Off-road recreational trails that connect to other areas of the Town
Adequate stormwater management using techniques that enhance community
character
The Canal Side Area is an area traditionally linked to the New York State Canal.
The area consists of two sub areas: 1) the River Road Frontage area and 2) the
Canal Frontage area. The River Road Frontage sub area has the potential to
evolve into a neotraditional neighborhood with a mix of uses fronting River Road
that are surrounded by residential use. The Canal Frontage sub area, which
consists of lands abutting the Canal, is an area that would maximize waterfront
development potential.
River Road Frontage: mixed use buildings with traditional scale, form, and
materials
Canal Frontage: strong physical and visual relationship to the Mohawk River
and New York State Canal; a renewed marina with associated waterfront
housing
Recreational felds
CANAL SIDE
SUBURBAN CAMPUS
The Suburban Campus consists mostly of suburban type residential and
institutional development. This character area, which has the potential to
supporta signifcantmixofdevelopment,can be divided into three sub areas:
1) Suburban West-the area west of Morris Road, 2) Maynard Neighborhood- the
area immediately north of the River Road Commercial Business Corridor, and
3) Suburban Tech-the area north of Campus Drive, including SUNY-IT and the
proposed NanoCenter.
Suburban West:mixofcommercial (non-retail),professional offce and light
industrial development consistent with the existing larger institutions and
community facilities located in the area; well-landscaped, campus-like planned
development designed and sited in a manner compatible with the Towns open
space network and the adjacent Suburban Residential and Agricultural/Rural
Residential areas
Maynard Neighborhood: diversity of housing types (single-family housing,
townhouses, small apartment buildings)
Suburban Tech: well-landscaped, campus-like planned development designed
and sited in a manner compatible with the Towns open space network and the
adjacent Suburban Residential area; off-road recreational trails that connect to
other areas of the Town
RIVER ROAD COMMERCIAL BUSINESS CORRIDOR
The River Road Commercial Business Corridor is the primary commercial
business corridor and eastern gateway into the Town. Land uses mostly cater
to vehicle-oriented business. These businesses are not normally considered
compatible with the smaller scale, pedestrian-oriented retail shopping
environment.
A visual impression that stimulates business and investment and enhances
nearby and adjoining residential areas
Architectural design compatible with the Town and regional characteristics and
qualities
Retail, professional and technical businesses
Calmed vehicle traffc
Sidewalks and other pedestrian amenities
Side or rear yard parking; linked parking lots; shared driveways
Infll developmentand redevelopmentactivities
The Canal and Mohawk River are the dominant landscape features. Views of the
natural features of this area and access to the water are important elements.
Public access points and recreational trails along the waterfront
Recreational felds
MOHAWK RIVER CORRIDOR
HAMLET OF STITTVILLE
AGRICULTURAL / RURAL RESIDENTIAL
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The Comprehensive Plan proposesthatthe Town be divided into seven identifable character areas.In mostcases,character areasare distinctive geographicareaswith similar physical characteristics
and settlement patterns. Each area has important qualities that either exists at present, are to be preserved, or are deemed to be desirable and achievable as change occurs in the future. Character
areasare included in the Comprehensive Plan so thatdesired characteristicsofthe natural and developed environmentfor each area can be described.Once thishasbeen accomplished,specifc
zoning and other land use and development regulations can be tailored to address planning concerns.
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town of marcy
comprehensive plan
As the Town of Marcy looks forward, the Comprehensive Plan provides a strategic policy framework and a guide for
action by Town of Marcy decision-makers and stakeholders to manage growth and change over the next decade.
Prepared by: Environmental Design & Research
www.edrpc.com
February 18, 2009 For more information, please visit the Towns website:
www.townofmarcy.org
RESTRICTED DEVELOPMENT AREAS
These areas have sensitive landscape features considered to be generally unsuitable for, or hazardous to, development. The areas
include the following:
ConservationZoningDistrict - taken from the current zoning, these are primarily drainage ravines and the Mohawk Valley food plain.
MappedNYSFreshwater Wetlands - these are areas as defned by NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and.
100-Year FloodZones - based upon the available FIRM mapping, these areas are generalized on this map.
Excessive Slopes - these areas are those with slopes estimated to be greater than 25%.
Streams - defned waterways of all types, plus a 50 buffer to provide a basic level of water quality protection.
Development should be restricted in these areas in both type and extent, to avoid signifcant impacts beyond the immediate property and
increased risks/costs associated with natural hazards.
CONTRIBUTING OPEN SPACE AREAS
These areas contribute to the valued character of the Town and provide visual open space, recreation opportunities, and rural character.
The areas include the following:
AgriculturalDistricts - these are lands defned as part of Oneida Countys Agricultural District (not just active agriculture).
Hydric Soils - these soil types are used by US Army Corps of Engineers to defne wetland areas under their jurisdiction.
Institutions - these are the public facilities that serve the local residents (Town Hall, Fire Stations, Schools, SUNY IT).
CulturalResources - known historical features.
Parks - public recreation lands.
Recreation - private recreation lands (i.e. golf course).
SteepSlopes - these areas are those with slopes estimated to be greater than 15% (but less than 25%).
Utility corridors - major utility rights-of-way that contribute to open views.
The town can work with the public and private property owners to conserve the important characteristics of these lands for mutual beneft.
Careful development is encouraged in these areas to avoid potentially negative impacts on the larger landscape systems (i.e., storm water
management, adjacent streams, upland-wetland complexes, poor soils, habitat, recreation, etc.).
IMPORTANT COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES
These areas are potential opportunities for connections, areas of known infrastructure constraints, and other public amenities to consider
as part of the towns long-term development. The areas include the following (see legend below):
PotentialRoadCorridors - potential collector or connector road to be considered as part of the long term development of the town.
Trails - walkway, bikeway, or other type of trail (both existing and potential shown).
Infrastructure Issues - specifc constraints that need to be addressed in coordination with development.
Key Viewpoints - areas that provide desirable public views over the local and regional landscape (not shown on map).
The town can address these opportunities with public initiatives and as part of coordinated development reviews.
The community framework includes both anticipated infrastructure required to support the desired development as well as identifcation of the physical resources believed to be key aspects of the desired
community character. Some of these resources are worthy of protection; others provide opportunities for connections within the community. All of these transcend the character areas and are essential
factors in the quality of life offered in Marcy. Specifcally, the Conceptual Community Framework Map has three layers, each of which is described in the legend to the right.
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November 19, 2009
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