Summer is approaching and this year is likely to be a very different summer than last. Some planned events we are looking forward to this year, are the Western Stampede, rodeo, carnival, parade, farmers market, food truck roundups, demolition derby and the monster truck rally, as well as barbeques with family, and a summer of activity.
The Council wishes to thank those residents who participated in the General Plan survey that concluded on April 30th. The survey questions will help guide the General Plan Committee in developing the City’s General Plan document. The final version should be ready by the end of the year. The General Plan provides guidance and direction on land use, parks and open space needs, transportation, housing, trails and more. The General Plan Committee falls under the City Council and the Council has a General Plan Subcommittee to assist them. Council Member Kelvin Green, who chairs the subcommittee, stated, “That the 15 residents on the General Plan committee are very committed and we appreciate all the time and work they are putting into reviewing the plan. Knowing that the plan guides what we do for many years to come, it is important to have residents like them, with passion and a desire to do what is best for the City long term.”
Interestingly, approximately 50% of the survey respondents were in the south west quadrant (District 4) of the City. Watch for more details as the committee reviews the data for inclusion. The last General Plan from 2012 is available on the City website.
Another busy Council Subcommittee is the Land Use Subcommittee, chaired by Council Member Chad Lamb. This committee meets with staff monthly on Land Use applications and provides input regarding decisions that will come before the full Council. Council Member Lamb stated, “It is important that this subcommittee participate early in the process to provide input as the development runs through the design and engineering process.” We hope you have a happy and healthy summer!
