The Montgomery County Planning Department invites the community to attend a four-part virtual listening series on the Fairland and Briggs Chaney Master Plan. The listening series will focus on parks and recreation, sustainable growth and economic development, transportation and mobility and equitable food systems. Each of the sessions are free and will be hosted virtually online through the Microsoft Teams platform and recorded and made available on-demand. RSVPs are required with translation services available upon request with at least 10 business days’ notice on the RSVP form (sign up links below). The goal of the listening series is to provide an opportunity for community members and stakeholders to provide ideas and ask questions of Montgomery Planning staff while the master planning process is in the beginning of its community engagement phase.
Each session will be facilitated by Montgomery Planning staff and will include a short presentation about the background of the master plan followed by the listening portion where participants can share their priorities and goals for the future. To spark our conversations and increase understanding the events will feature Story Tapestries, known for their ability to inspire, motivate, and break down barriers to participation.
Mobility and Equitable Infrastructure
Wednesday, November 10, 2021, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
No community is complete without an equitable transportation system that connects people and places to jobs, amenities, and services. A higher priority for investments in transit, walking, rolling, and bicycling infrastructure is critical to building a complete and equitable community. In this session, Montgomery Planning staff will listen to residents and stakeholders and learn more about their experiences with mobility and getting around. We will seek input on how we can build a network that supports greater mobility, access, and economic strength while promoting equity, good health, and quality of life.