CITY OF SALISBURY WELCOMES COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE FOCUS GROUPS
Wicomico County, MD - The City of Salisbury has announced a series of focus group meetings aimed at involving the community in the development of the City's new Comprehensive Plan. Residents, business owners, and local stakeholders are invited to participate and provide their input on key issues affecting the city's future development, infrastructure, and overall quality of life.
Scheduled to be held in the Meeting Room at Fire Station 16 on Cypress Street, the meetings offer a platform for community members to express their views and contribute to shaping Salisbury's future. Each session is set to run from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. to allow for check-in and introductions.
The lineup of focus group sessions is as follows:
- Tuesday, April 29: Land Use, Municipal Growth, & Economic Development
- Tuesday, May 6: Transportation & Community Facilities
- Tuesday, May 20: Housing & Historic and Cultural Resources
- Thursday, June 12: Water Resources & Environmental Resources and Sustainability
Mayor Randy Taylor emphasized the importance of community engagement in the planning process, stating, "It's important to hear from our residents as we shape our Comprehensive Plan. We encourage everyone to attend and share their ideas as we plan for Salisbury's future."
For those unable to attend in person, the City is accepting written comments. These can be submitted to Betsy Jackson via email at bjackson@salisbury.md. Additionally, more information about the Comprehensive Plan and related updates can be found on the City's official website at https://salisbury.md/2024-comprehensive-plan-update.
