What do you want Chilliwack to look like in 25 years?
The City of Chilliwack is currently reviewing its Official Community Plan (OCP) and is looking for some public input. As part of the review process, they are reaching out to residents for feedback on key concepts and draft policy direction.
'Chilliwack 2050' will build on the policy and land-use foundations from the 2014 OCP, the city said in a press release sent out April 28. The new plan will serve as an opportunity "to articulate a vision for Chilliwack, while considering recent changes in housing demands and provincial legislation."
There are a few ways the public cant get engaged in this process.
The city is holding a kick-off event at Vedder Park on May 3, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It's an interactive Futures Fair, and will include games, face painting, food trucks and ways to share feedback with the city.
Residents can all plan and host an 'OCPizza Party' using a self-directed workbook and by completing an online questionnaire (until June 1).
“Thank you to everyone who has already participated in the OCP process," said Mayor Ken Popove. "We were able to gather important feedback from phase one, which has been used to develop key concepts and draft policy direction for Chilliwack 2050. As we move into this next phase of engagement, I hope everyone will use this opportunity to provide feedback that will help shape our new OCP.”
Phase two feedback is open until June 1, and the new Official Community Plan is expected to be completed by late 2025.
To participate online, visit engagechilliwack.com/chwk2050.
To pick up the questionnaire and workbook, visit City Hall during business hours.
Anyone who access needs or additional questions about this survey can contact the planning department directly at chilliwack2050@chilliwack.com or 604-793-2906.
