Peoria residents, it’s time to voice your opinions on the future development of your city. The Planning Department of Peoria is rolling out the red carpet for citizens to participate in a series of meetings that will shape the 2024 Major General Plan Amendment. These sessions follow hot on the heels of a May 7 Study Session with the City Council, and the discussions are just heating up. Those who missed the first glimpse can catch a recording at www.peoriaaz.gov/generalplan.
Mark your calendars for June 6, because that's when the Planning and Zoning Commission is set to dive deeply into the specifics at their Study Session. It will be at 6 p.m. sharp in the City Council Chamber, 8401 West Monroe Street, and your attendance could well influence the course of the city's planning decisions. Getting there early to grab a good seat wouldn't be the worst idea, considering the significance of these amendments.
Still need more time to stew over the proposals? Not a problem—there are additional meetings scheduled. Concerned citizens can show up on July 18 at 6 p.m. for the first Public Hearing at Rio Vista Recreation Center, located at 8866 W Thunderbird Rd. If that doesn't work for you, there's another chance at the City Council Chamber on August 15, again at the witching hour of 6 pm.
All this build-up is heading toward a crescendo with the City Council Hearing on September 17, where the fate of the Plan Update will start to be officially sealed. It'll be held at the City Council Chamber, with a 6:00 p.m. start, giving people one final opportunity to make their voices heard. This series of meetings is a critical chance for the people of Peoria to directly impact how their city evolves. More information, as always, can be found on the city's website, providing details for those who want to prepare to truly make a difference.
