Objectives are specific statements of desired results which are measurable and contribute to the accomplishment of a goal. Other significant features, such as a river or highway, may also make good planning boundaries. All environmentally sensitive areas within the planning area should be identified and delineated. Cities have historically serviced the new developing areas on their periphery by extending sanitary sewer and other services in exchange for obtaining the areas additional tax base through annexation, to pay for those services. Some communities have resolved this issue through the adoption of intergovernmental boundary agreements.
Many communities have comprehensive or master plans that address many of the same issues.
This is closely related to the annexation issue. A sewer service area plan can help a community plan and budget for sewer improvements. Other community development costs including water lines, roads, sidewalks, etc. should also be considered. This discussion leads smoothly into the next section. The wastewater treatment plant's condition should be discussed.