City of Madison begins work on Updating Comprehensive Plan
The City of Madison has contracted with the Upper Minnesota Regional Development Commission (UMVRDC) to begin work on updating its 2003 Comprehensive Plan. A comprehensive plan is a tool that presents a community’s vision and policies for the long-range future by incorporating public input and goals gathered through a robust planning process. The plan will cover such topics as Land Use/Zoning, Housing, Public Infrastructure/Facilities/Services, Transportation, Economic Development, Parks/Recreation/Natural Resources, and Community Vitality. In addition, the plan serves as a legal basis for zoning and provides guidance for elected officials and other decision makers when considering future development and expenditures.
A planning task force of 12 individuals has been established to help guide the planning process and provide input into the plan over the next year. Those serving on the task force include Dawn Bjorgan, Jim Connor, Val Halvorson, Chris Lund, Maynard Meyer, Karen Moen, Mark Schoenfeld, Greg Thole, Armando Vargas, Tim Volk, Ryan Young, and Paul Zahrbock.
Community surveys will be distributed throughout town (and online) this month and will be available through mid-January to collect public input and visions. Also, a community meeting is scheduled for the evening of February 6 at the VFW. More information about the meeting will be provided in January.
Watch the Western Guard for future updates on the planning process. If you have any questions, please contact City Hall at 320-598-7373.
