Written by FFRG Executive Director Alyssum Ahler, March 12, 2024
Vision Whitefish 2045
Greetings, Whitefish community! We’ve recently embarked on an exciting journey to update our Growth Policy, and I’m thrilled to share with you the latest updates from the first visioning sessions held on February 21st and 22nd at City Hall.
First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude to the 110+ individuals who joined for the visioning sessions. Your enthusiasm and active participation were truly inspiring as we collectively worked towards shaping the future of our beloved Whitefish. From dynamic polling exercises to lively group discussions, it was evident that everyone present was deeply invested in the process.
However, our work is far from over, and we need your continued involvement. While over 500 residents have already signed up on EngageWhitefish.com, we’re still reaching out to the remaining 9,000 to join us in this crucial endeavor. Your voice matters, and we want to ensure that every perspective is heard and considered.
For those who couldn’t attend the sessions in person, fret not! You can still contribute your valuable input through online exercises until March 15th. Simply visit EngageWhitefish.com to participate in the same mapping exercise conducted during the visioning sessions. Your insights are invaluable in shaping the future direction of our community.
Looking ahead, our long-range planner, Alan Tiefenbach, will analyze all responses and compile them into a comprehensive report. This report, along with the original materials, will be made available on the website for further review and feedback.
In the coming month, they’ll be scheduling area-specific visioning sessions at strategic locations within the community. Keep an eye out for announcements regarding these sessions, and be sure to sign up for updates on EngageWhitefish.com to stay informed.
Additionally, mark your calendars for a work session with the Community Development Board on Thursday, March 21st, 2024, at 5:30 PM. During this session, they’ll discuss the results from the recent visioning sessions and explore potential dates for future sessions.
Together, we have the opportunity to shape the future for Whitefish. Your participation is key to realizing this vision, so let’s continue to work hand in hand towards a brighter tomorrow.
Stay engaged, stay informed, and let’s build a future we can all be proud of.
Warm regards,
Alyssum Ahler, FFRG Executive Director
What is Vision Whitefish 2045?
The Montana Legislature that has recently passed requires numerous statutory mandates that have significant impacts on the Growth Policy process of our town. In addition, statutory mandates require review and changes to the City’s Municipal Code.
Enter Vision Whitefish 2045 – the document that will guide our community through growth and change for the next 20 years.
EngageWhitefish.com is the City of Whitefish’s online resource for all things related to the Growth Policy (now called Vision Whitefish 2045) and will allow you to participate right from the website!
Please register to participate, and subscribe to all updates throughout the process.
We need your voice to make this plan truly representative of Whitefish and it’s community members!
