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Comprehensive Plan process getting specific

Envision Oak Park, the process to update the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, is moving from discussions of broad concepts to a close examination of the key issues likely to have the greatest impact on the long-term future of the community. A series of small-group sessions are scheduled for 7 – 9:30 p.m., May 14 and June 5 at Oak Park and River Forest High School, 201 N. Scoville Ave. Participants will drill down into the 11 quality-of-life topics prioritized at a visioning event in February. The topics were distilled from information gathered during nearly 40 workshops, interviews and meetings with residents, neighbors, business operators, students and community leaders. Letters containing details about the workshops went to individuals who had expressed an interest in getting deeper into the details of crafting the plan. However, anyone with an interest in participating is encouraged to come out and get involved. Topics to be examined include arts and culture; community health and safety; community life and engagement; economic health and vitality; education; environmental sustainability; governmental excellence; land use and built environment; neighborhoods, housing and diversity; parks, open space and environmental features; and transportation and infrastructure. The Comprehensive Plan will help guide future policy changes, land use, budget priorities and capital improvements. For more information on the workshops or the process, call 708.358.5418, e-mail planning@oak-park.us or visit www.envisonoakpark.com.