Shape Your Town's Future: Merrimac Residents Invited to Master Plan Forum on May 15

The Town of Merrimac is preparing for an important event that will influence its future development. On Wednesday, May 15, at 7 p.m., a public forum will be held at the Town Hall to discuss updates to the Town’s Master Plan. This meeting allows the community to share their opinions and help shape the town’s direction for the next decade.

Since November, Merrimac has been engaging with residents to collect feedback on the Master Plan. The process began with a community meeting and a survey, which over 500 residents participated in. These efforts aim to understand the current conditions and challenges in Merrimac, to ensure the updated Master Plan accurately reflects the community's needs and goals.

The town is working with Barrett Planning Group to facilitate the update. Barrett has created a draft that examines existing conditions and historical trends, setting a solid base for establishing realistic goals. This draft has been improved with feedback from a working group of local stakeholders, adding diverse perspectives.

At the forum, the progress, including the draft plan, will be shared with attendees. After the presentation, there will be breakout sessions for more in-depth discussions and brainstorming. These sessions aim to encourage collaborative thinking and further refine the Master Plan’s goals and objectives.

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