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Master Plan Project Process
Master Plan Process Description Master Plan Process Description The Master Planning Process is to be performed in four tasks, as described below. Task 1: Public Participation Component In this phase
we identify where we are today; what are our Assets and Liabilities;
what is our current state of the Town - existing projects, finances,
infrastructure, etc.; what do the current trends, economic conditions,
and demographics tell us about our town and where it might be headed.
An important product of this phase is the Vision Statements that
identify the Charlton of the future. Task 2: Analysis and Studies In this phase,
we dig into the details of each plan element (or topic) and develop
specific plans that will lead to the vision for that particular
element. Based on the data collected and analyzed in Task 1, and
using the community vision as a guide, a plan will be developed
for each master plan topic. A concrete set of recommendations will
be made to implement plan goals and objectives. There will be continued
community involvement during this phase. Task 3: Draft Master Plan Update During this phase, the consultants, with the participation of the Planning Board, will prepare the Master Plan for review and comment. The Central MA Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) will be responsible for preparing Geographic Information System (GIS) maps to identify the location of important resources and land use areas of Charlton.
One important aspect of the Plan will be the Implementation Plan, which will be a straightforward, step-by-step guide for the Town to implement the Master Plan through specific policies and other steps. This plan will include both short- and long-term action strategies. Task 4: Final Master Plan Update This last phase of the project will see the compilation of all pertinent data, information, maps, etc. into the final documents. The consultants will prepare draft documents for review during a public forum by the Planning Board, stakeholders, and any other interested parties. There will be ample time to review and incorporate any relevant changes. The Living Master Plan Remember, the Charlton Master Plan will be a living document. It will need to be reviewed and updated at least once a year. A Committee will be charged with overseeing the Implementation Plan. As conditions change, and as various sections of the plan are implemented, we may find additional projects and/or strategies with which to achieve our goals and objectives. Please feel free to contribute to this ongoing process in any way that you feel comfortable. The Charlton residents are invited to participate in the master planning process. Their input is vital to a successful master plan project. There are a series of Milestone Events where the entire community is invited to participate and contribute directly to the data and information gathering process. In addition to the Milestone Events, there are monthly meetings (usually) of the Planning Board during which the consultant will provide updates on the plan's status. These meetings will be posted and are open to the public. There are a series of Milestone Events where the entire community is invited to participate and contribute directly to the data and information gathering process. Check the Master Plan Calendar or the Town's Master Calendar for date, time, and location. See the Deliverables to get delivery dates.
As prepared
and submitted to the Planning Board, Master Plan documents will
be posted for your review.
Charlton residents and stakeholders will have a few weeks to review
them and make comments.
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