Ruston 21

Ok, I'm not shy about copying someone else's good idea. As I've mentioned before, Ruston Louisiana is embarking on a community planning process that I think would be helpful for us here in Washington. They are starting with community "visioning nights" where folks will be asked to give input on things like "the character of Ruston", changes that would improve the community, what should the future look like...

Ruston mayor: “Our work begins now and starts with the end in mind, which is a plan that makes sense to each of us and our families,” Hollingsworth said. “To cultivate growth and preserve those things we love about our city, change those things we need to change and embrace new ideas to improve our quality of life, we need a long-range plan.”

You can read more about the kick-off meeting in Louisiana here... I wonder if we can do a two-for-one deal ~ or maybe just copy the concept with volunteers rather than the pricey consultants. I'd rather spend our energy talking about a vision for our future than the current finger-pointing...

Karen