Ferdinand seeking input to help prioritize compehensive plan initiatives

Ferdinand residents are encouraged to participate in the comprehensive planning process by engaging in a second public open house scheduled for March 6, 2025.

The Town of Ferdinand will hold a second public open house to discuss the Flourishing Ferdinand Comprehensive Plan.

The comprehensive plan is a guidance document for future growth and development that frequently focuses on the next 10 to 20 years. It serves as a roadmap for effective decision-making in private development projects and community initiatives for the public good.

The public meeting will take place Thursday, March 6, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. with the short overview presentation starting at 6:10 p.m. at the Ferdinand Community Center.

The meeting will be an open house format with a short formal presentation at the start. During the short presentation, attendees will learn more about the planning process, what a Comprehensive Plan is, and how the room is oriented to provide input that evening. Residents can stop by anytime during the allotted timeframe to share input.

The public meeting will allow residents to review draft goals and strategies and, through a series of interactive exercises, provide ideas and input on future growth and connectivity and future priorities for the Town. Project staff will be on hand to collect input, discuss ideas and answer questions. At the conclusion of the public meeting, an online survey will be released to gather input from those unable to participate in the in-person session.

The plan is scheduled to be completed by May 2025.

The meeting location is as follows: Wednesday March 6, 2025, Ferdinand Community Center, 1710 Community Dr, Ferdinand, IN 47532 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. with the short formal presentation starting at 6:10 p.m.