Aurora is drawing the map anew for its multimodal transportation future and wants residents to chart the course. Officials are asking for public input this fall as they push forward with the Connecting Aurora transportation master plan. In a series of meetings, the city will gather feedback on potential transportation solutions and land use plans designed to reach the project's objectives.
Community engagement is crucial for the success of such urban planning endeavors, and to entice the public, food trucks will serve up meals and refreshments at these gatherings. The meetings are part of a broader effort to include citizens in the decision-making process for the city's infrastructure. According to the City of Aurora, there are three open houses scheduled for November and a virtual town hall in December.
To make it convenient, residents can choose from multiple dates to voice their opinions. Whether you have a passion for sustainable transport or strong opinions on road networks, there will be a place to be heard. The first open house is slated for Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Crawford Elementary School, located at 1600 Florence St. The second will follow closely, taking place on Thursday, Nov. 7, also from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., but this time at Jewell Elementary School, sitting at 14601 E. Jewell Ave.
These sessions are designed to engage all corners of the community, reflecting Aurora's diversity. The engagement is not a one-size-fits-all approach, attending any one of the two-hour open houses should suffice for those interested in the city's transportation future. While the food truck offers a sweet deal, being available on a first-come, first-served basis, the real meal here is the opportunity for Aurora's citizens to contribute to a project that will shape their daily commutes and the city's environmental footprint for years to come.
