The Community Participation Plan (“PPP”) aims to identify an approach to gather input and feedback from the community and stakeholders, educate and inform the public about the Comprehensive Plan, and build support for a successful Comprehensive Plan Update.

The PPP is intended to help clarify: (1) the responsibilities of the City of Schenectady, the LaBella Associates consultant team, and the Comprehensive Plan Committee; and (2) the methods by which the public will be informed of and engaged in the planning effort. The Plan identifies a variety of forums and outreach mechanisms to engage all interested persons in the development and preparation of the Comprehensive Plan Update. This is a living document that will be updated and used throughout the planning process to engage as many people as possible.