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City hears midterm update on 'Innovate Arlington' comprehensive-plan process
Summary
City planning staff and MIG consultants presented a Phase 2 update on Innovate Arlington, showing a 12-place-type framework, a transect approach, three alternative growth scenarios and robust community engagement (81 board-game sessions, 660+ participants). Staff said a forthcoming market and fiscal analysis will test scenario feasibility.
John Chapman, the city's long-range planning manager, opened a presentation to the City Council on Nov. 4 describing Phase 2 of Innovate Arlington, a comprehensive-plan update to guide development over the next 20 years. "We have a very exciting presentation for y'all today about Innovate Arlington," Chapman said, noting staff and consultant deliverables and engagement to date.
Jay Rankins, principal in charge for the MIG consulting team, walked the council through the project's vision framework and five vision elements — vibrant and safe; innovative and thriving; connected and walkable; sustainable and healthy; and welcoming and community culture — and said the plan will include measurable goals and specific recommendations. "We're at a really important step in the process," Rankins told the…
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