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NEW YORK AVENUE CORRIDOR STRATEGY MARKET REGULATORY • Create development incentive pack- ages which supports the Strategy’s recommendations • Promote land uses that support the Strategy’s vision and community de- sires • Work with the area Chambers to market the Strategy’s recommended programs and policies • Support Implementation of Opportunity “A” Concept • Work with the Police department to overcome negative perceptions re- garding safety and crime FINANCIAL • Consider establishing a Tax Increment Investment Zone (TIRZ) that encom- passes the retail areas as well as portions of other revenue generating areas • Initiate housing policies to address housing related concerns. Consider establishing a Community Develop- ment Corporation. Promote existing Housing and Rehab and Home Im- provement Incentive Programs. • Support Implementation of Opportunity “B” Concept • Support Implementation of Opportunity “C” Concept • Engage residents, business owners, and apartment property managers to address property maintenance issues; ORGANIZATIONAL • Work with the school district to pro- mote the area’s assets including unique offerings within the school sys- tem. • Promote a multi-jurisdictional interna- tional corridor along Pioneer Parkway • Work with neighborhood organizations, civic organizations and area churches to assist in organizing the community for special events; and OTHER • Conduct periodic reviews of the New York Avenue Corridor Strategy. 87 FINAL REPORT | SEPTEMBER 2013