Updates:
07/06/2020: View Proposed 2020-2024 ConPlan and PY2020 Action Plan
04/20/2020: Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, we will not be able to hold community meetings. You can view the community engagement presentation in Powerpoint Presentation Format (.pptx) or Video Format(.mov)
O3/08/2020: TAKE SURVEY NOW!
About
The City of Opelika’s Planning Department is asking for the community’s assistance in constructing a plan for Opelika’s community development. Every five years, City of Opelika partners with the community to develop a strategic Consolidated Plan.
The plan defines strategies to address housing, community development needs, and current market conditions in order for the City of Opelika to make informed decisions on allocating HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding.
This plan will outline how the city will invest over $1,250,000 in federal CDBG funds to strengthen our community and enhance neighborhoods. Community engagement is critical to the process, as it allows residents and partners to play a meaningful role in establishing priorities and creating effective solutions to pressing needs in their communities.
The “Your City, Your Voice” national campaign focuses on getting residents and stakeholders to complete the survey or attend a community engagement session to provide input to help the City define housing and community needs for the next five years. The survey is available in both English and Spanish.
To participate in the survey, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Opelika_YOURCITY-YOURVOICE2020.
We hope to receive helpful feedback from the community and will continue to keep our residents and stakeholders updated on the development. For more information, contact Lisa Thrift at 334-705-5155 or [email protected].
Timeline of Events
March/April: Activate Survey Monkey for participation
April/May: Public Hearings and Subcommittee Presentations
June: Draft Consolidated Plan posted for public comment
July: City Council presentation and request for
approval of Plan
August: 2020-24 Consolidated Plan due to HUD
Helpful Links
Q&A in English
Q&A in Spanish