city of nelson path to 2040

 

The City of Nelson is leading a community driven process to define how we, the citizens of Nelson, will pursue sustainability over time. This strategy will recognize and define what is great about Nelson, as well as how we can both preserve and enhance what we love about where we live.  This strategy will also help us determine how we can improve on things we want to change.

Sustainability is about having a vibrant economy, well protected ecosystems, and healthy citizens with strong cultural connections.  It is about living well today, and preparing for the future.  We will work with residents and businesses to understand how we can best plan for the challenges of tomorrow: maintaining our strong social connections, job market fluctuations, food security, energy costs & climate change, and housing diversity.  This strategy will help us understand the opportunities available and challenges ahead, and make sure we safeguard and enhance what we love about where we live.

The City of Nelson – Path to 2040 will be created in an open and collaborative process with local residents, businesses, community organizations, and the City.  This process will set the direction and context for future planning exercises, including the upcoming Community Energy and Emissions Plan and the Downtown & Waterfront Master Plan.  It will also create a decision making tool to help City Council and Staff make future decisions that are aligned with our sustainability goals.

 

You are invited to help set the long term goals and strategy for the Path to 2040 for the City of Nelson by helping to explore what sustainability means for our community.  You will be asked to: ü      Share community sustainability success stories ü      Discuss sustainability issues facing our      community ü      Learn how you can participate in this exciting process	Public – Workshop   Date :   Tuesday March 23, 2010 Place:   Prestige Lakeside Resort Time:     7:00 p.m.
Click the following links for further information: 1.      Process to be followed 2.      Working Group Terms of Reference 3.      Press Release

 

For further information on this project, contact: Dave Wahn at sustain@nelson.ca or 250-352-5511.