In the past decade, Plainfield has experienced a tremendous amount of change. The comprehensive plan can help Plainfield to build on its many assets with thoughtful, proactive planning. Now is the time to build Plainfield together, by sharing ideas on how the Town can continue to thrive for you, your neighbors, and generations to come! This is a rare chance to step back, think about the big picture, and change the long-term future of the Town.
The Process
From its start, the planning process will span approximately one year. The public engagement process is kicking off in summer 2023 and there will be multiple opportunities to get involved.
Why Should I Participate?
We need your voice.
The Town of Plainfield is growing. Now is the time to take the opportunity to get involved and share your ideas on how the Town can continue to thrive.
Plainfield has great potential.
Plainfield has many assets and is well positioned to be one of the region’s most desirable communities, with thoughtful, proactive planning.
You can make a difference.
Plainfield is your town. By sharing your personal experiences, you and can help create a comprehensive plan that reflects the community’s ideas and what you want the future to be. We are listening and public input will directly shape the Plan.
This plan will benefit you.
You stand to gain from a strong comprehensive plan. The plan will benefit you and your neighbors, as well as future generations in Plainfield.
This is a special opportunity.
Comprehensive planning is a rare chance to step back and think about the big picture. Through this plan we can change the long-term future of the Town.
Who is Involved?
Steering Committee
Process and outreach
A volunteer Steering Committee is helping to guide the public process and the plan’s recommendations. The group is representative of the Town’s many diverse interests. The Steering Committee will provide guidance for the substance of the plan and will assist with outreach and engagement of community members.
Stakeholders
Targeted input
Individuals with specific interests or expertise will be engaged to provide insight during the planning process.
Public
Input and feedback
Widespread public involvement is vital to the success of the planning process. A number of in-person workshops and online tools will offer a variety of ways for the community to give input throughout the process.
Staff
Project management, local knowledge
Town staff will support and help to coordinate the work and will also provide local knowledge and expertise to each element of the plan.
Consultants
Process leadership, expertise
A consultant team will work closely with the Steering Committee and Staff to facilitate the process and share experience from other successful communities nationwide.