Moreover, the Growing Smarter legislation enacted in 1998 and 2000 requires Phoenix and other cities throughout the state to update General Plans every 10 years and to add five new elements. Phoenix' General Plan has not been completely updated since 1985. Legislation adopted more recently will require a public vote on the plan. If you do not shape Phoenix' future, others will. Perhaps this will be someone driven by desires or intentions that may not represent your concerns or needs.
Public input is valued and welcomed at the City of Phoenix.
Without you and your neighbors' ideas, the General Plan Update may not reflect the values found important in your community. Phoenicians have one important thing in common. Because of shared space and common needs, a plan is needed that represents the best interest of everyone. Phoenix recognizes the many challenges to planning the City's future. No decision is purely black and white.