The Edmond City Council held a workshop on September 22, 2025, focusing on the Comprehensive Plan Update, a crucial document that guides the city's policy decisions and strategic planning. Council members emphasized the importance of aligning their actions with the goals outlined in the plan to ensure effective governance.

During the meeting, Councilor Hannah expressed appreciation for the work done on the plan and highlighted the need for the council to understand and agree with its contents. She raised a question regarding the timeline for the update of the Unified Development Code, a significant project for the community.

Planning Director Ken Bridal responded, indicating that a workshop is scheduled for October 27, where the lead consultant from Friess Nichols will provide an update on the project. This joint workshop will involve both the council and the planning commission, allowing for a comprehensive check-in on the status of the code update.

Bridal noted that while the workshop will provide insights, the actual code language is still in a rough draft stage. He projected that it would take several more months before the code is ready for public bodies to vote on, with community engagement and feedback opportunities expected to occur between the October workshop and a target timeframe of late winter to early spring 2026.

The discussion underscored the ongoing efforts to refine the Unified Development Code, which began with a diagnostic finalized in mid-2023. The council's commitment to community involvement and feedback was evident, as they aim to ensure the updated code meets the needs of Edmond residents.