COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

2026-11-03

A . Data Collection and Evaluation : The FIRM will collect local , regional and national data , including demographic , land use , infrastructure , housing , and economic data to evaluate existing conditions . B . Community Engagement and Visioning : An effective and authentic participation by residents , stakeholders , and community organizations will be critical to the success of this initiative . The FIRM is expected to formulate and execute an innovative and robust public engagement strategy . C . Land Development Plan Review and Update : The FIRM will produce a new future land use and growth strategy map and corresponding land development goals and objectives D . Housing Analysis . Recognizing the importance of an adequate and safe housing supply for all income levels , the FIRM will assist the CITY with striking the right balance between workforce and market rate dwelling units E . Transportation Plan Execution : T h e F I R M w i l l develop guiding principles that will lead to successful implementation of the Comprehensive Transportation Plan currently under development with the North Carolina Department of Transportation . F . Public Safety : Preparing for the future means planning for adequate police and fire protection . The FIRM will assist the CITY with identifying future provisions for public safety . G . Water and Wastewater Infrastructure . The FIRM will help the CITY to develop strategies necessary to ensure infrastructure keeps pace with existing and future development patterns . H . Recreation Plan Review . The FIRM will advise the CITY regarding necessary revisions to the 2021 Recreation Plan . I . Economic Development Assessment . Today ’ s economic environment is continuously evolving . The FIRM will provide the CITY with an evaluation of its economic development strategies and policies to position it for success . J . Cultural and Natural Resources . The CITY possesses unique community and environmental assets , including but not limited to the North Carolina Zoo , that must be protected and leveraged . The FIRM will provide strategies to maximize the value of all exceptional resources .

North Carolina

2026-05-08