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Public Hearing: Auburn Plan Commission

PC Public Hearing

The City of Auburn Plan Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at 6:00 PM in the Norman E. Yoder Council Chambers, Auburn City Hall, 206 East Ninth Street, Auburn, Indiana. At the Public Hearing, the Plan Commission will consider recommending the formal adoption of a new Comprehensive Master Plan titled, Auburn 2040: The Road Ahead developed in accordance with Indiana Code 36-7-4-500 Series.

The City of Auburn last adopted a Comprehensive Master Plan in 1987. Auburn 2040 is the outcome of a two-year community engagement process focused on creating a unified vision for future growth and development; developing policies to improve livability; establishing clear guidance for decision makers; and developing implementation strategies in a user-friendly document. Auburn 2040 includes the following chapters: Introduction, Community Profile, Recommendations, and Implementation. The document also includes goal statements and associated policies for Land Use, Arts & Parks, Downtown, Housing, Transportation, Local Government & Services, and Economic Development.

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Open House a Success!

Open House 11.4.2021

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us at the Auburn 2040 Open House.  With over 50 people in attendance BPD staff is excited to receive great feedback on the plan. If you were not able to join us there is still time to provide feedback!  Please review the Draft Plan and provide feedback by November 10, 2021. Please provide feedback via email: bpd@ci.auburn.in.us or call to schedule an appointment to meet with staff, 260-925-6449.

Next Steps: The final draft is tentatively scheduled to be presented to the Plan Commission at their December 14, 2021 meeting, @ 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 206 E Ninth Street which is open to the public. The Plan Commission will make a recommendation to City Council for final adoption. Check www.auburn2040.com for updates!

BPD, Plan Commission Hosting Open House on Auburn 2040

The Building, Planning and Development (BPD) Department and Auburn Plan Commission are holding an Auburn 2040 open house on Nov. 4, 2021, from 4-7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 206 E Ninth Street. The public is invited to stop by and learn more about Auburn 2040: The Road Ahead, the city’s new comprehensive plan—and the first update in more than 30 years. BPD staff will be on hand to listen to feedback and answer questions.

Review Draft of the Comprehensive Plan    Review Appendix: Existing Conditions    Review Appendix: Community Engagement

 

Steering Committee Nominations are Live!

The comprehensive planning process is underway!

The City of Auburn is currently accepting nominations for Auburn 2040 Steering Committee members.

Steering Committee members are integral in the comprehensive planning process. Auburn 2040 is a comprehensive plan for the community’s future which will serve as a roadmap to guide decision-making, set objectives, and develop policies around a range of topics including future land use, housing, transportation, parks and recreation, and economic development. Members provide feedback and direction on the plan, review and test materials, garner public interest in the plan, and represent their community throughout the process.

If you or someone you know is a local leader passionate about the community of Auburn, complete the form below to join in planning for our future. Completed forms should be submitted to the City of Auburn’s Building, Planning & Development (BPD) Department. The deadline to submit nominations is March 6, 2020.

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