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Gene ral Pl an
Ambassador Program
Matrix uses an Ambassador Program that is designed to
engage community members in spreading information on the
General Plan update. Select members of the community will
be provided with presentation materials and training so that
they can present general information on the plan and gain
input from local organizations they belong to in the
community.
Project Schedule
The process for updating the General Plan is extensive and
allows several opportunities for residents to participate raise
their concerns and provide ideas for inclusion in the final
plan. The process will take two years to complete through six
(6) different phases starting in the Spring of 2016 and ending
in the Fall of 2018 with a public vote.
During the process a number of other documents will be
available for public review and comment. These documents
are described below along the description of the tentative
phases of the project.
Phase I – Project Start-up
Phase one is designed to establish a firm foundation on
which to develop the planning effort. This phase includes the
initial data gathering, branding, mapping and analysis of the
study area.
Phase II – Technical Studies, Map Atlas
During phase two, results of the data analysis will begin to be
disseminated. This information will be distributed in various
forms including an issues and opportunities analysis and a
Map Atlas. The Map Atlas provides a snapshot of the
existing conditions and trends that are influencing Buckeye
today. The information on existing conditions will be used to
better understand the issues facing the city and will allow the
residents and the project team to develop ideas for solutions.
Each topic presented in the Map Atlas will include associated
maps or visual representation to provide a quick reference
and user-friendly tool.
planning exercises. During these exercises, residents will
have an opportunity to consider various growth scenarios.
The workshop results will help the project team understand
how growth, transportation and environmental issues impact
residents’ most fundamental values in order to develop the
plan.
Phase IV – Draft General Plan Elements
During phase four, a draft General Plan will be prepared.
The organizational structure or the backbone of the entire
General Plan will be developed during this phase. This phase
will also produce the draft General Plan for public review and
will contain the goals and policies that will guide future
development within the city. It also identifies a full set of
implementation measures that will ensure the policies of the
General Plan are carried out. A public draft will be available
to the community to review and provide comments.
Phase