As some of you may know, I am one of about 40 members of the Citizens Advisory Task Force to Austin's Comprehensive Plan, known as Imagine Austin. As co-chair of the Communications Committee on that task force, I have the opportunity to work with some really great people from across the city in developing some of the message, materials, and outreach to encourage participation. With the help of the Engagement Committee led by former city council candidate Perla Cavazos, city staff, and the consultants to the project, thousands have already taken part of the initial survey that's helping us develop our vision statement and draft goals that will be fleshed out and refined over the next year.
In addition to this, there are physical surveys in brochures now finding their way around Austin. And there are plenty of other ways to spread the word to your community posted online here, from host it your own meetings in a box, to flyers, and more.
One of the products that the Citizens Advisory Task Force has helped develop at no cost to taxpayers is the following PSA for the Imagine Austin plan, featuring members of the Task Force, including an intro by yours truly. Feel free to share any any all of this information, and take the survey at www.ImagineAustin.net!
As one of the newer members of the City of Austin's Comprehensive Plan Citizens Advisory Task Force members (courtesy of the Mayor and City Council last month), I wanted to share some updates on the process and encourage local BOR readers to attend some of the upcoming forums and check out resources online about how to get involved.
Community Forum Series #1 -- Issues and Aspirations
Please note: Doors will open at 5:30pm for evening meetings. Food, music, kids activity, and public input on the Strategic Mobility Plan will be available until the meeting begins at 6:30.
Point being- try to come to a forum, and check out the new website. I'll be posting more about this throughout the year so that the broader community can make sure they have had an opportunity to give their input and feedback into this massive project.
