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13 <br /> Slide #11 <br /> Policies <br /> Agriculture, Preserve working lands for farming and forestry <br /> Working Lands, • Preserve natural heritage <br /> and Open Spaces • Support local agricultural business <br /> Equity lens into land use planning decision-making processes <br /> Provide transparency,communication,and community <br /> Community education about land use planning <br /> Equity • Integrate health considerations into all aspects of planning <br /> Create an environment supportive of older adults <br /> m <br /> Slide #12 <br /> • Support commercial and industrial uses in the Economic Development <br /> Economy and Areas(EDA) <br /> Employment Support commercial uses in the Rural Activity Nodes <br /> Ensure(EDAs)are designed using sustainable development principles <br /> Improve recreational opportunities in underserved areas <br /> Support transportation and connectivity goals <br /> Environment, protect,conserve,and restore natural resources <br /> Parks, Recreation, <br /> and Resilience <br /> • Balance development needs with environmental protections and conservation <br /> Promote sustainable and resilient development <br /> • Create resilience hubs for the community <br />