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More than 2,800 ideas for a better Hamilton County
came out of a series of community meetings known as “Community
Compass.” Those ideas will be discussed and prioritized at a town
meeting Jan. 12 at Music Hall.
The results of the meeting will create the first
ever comprehensive, long-range plan for the county.
The 2,800 ideas included working on racial
equality, balancing development needs with environmental
protection, improving the region's economic health and integrating
housing.
Ron Miller, director of the Hamilton County
Regional Planning Commission, said the January meeting will
combine the principle of an old New England town meeting with 21st
Century technology — people will use a wireless key pad to vote on
the most pressing issues facing the county.
“This is a chance for residents to have their
voices heard,” Mr. Miller said.
Commissioner John Dowlin said the goal is to create
a countywide plan that will complement the region.
“For Community Compass to be successful, we need
all citizens in Hamilton
County to be involved,” Commissioner Todd Portune said.
All residents are encouraged to attend the meeting.
To sign up, call 946-4505, or visit
www.communitycompass.org.
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