PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT SESSION NOTICE

City of Welland

Downtown and Health and Surrounding Area Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Update

The City of Welland has initiated a significant update to its existing Downtown and Health and Wellness Cluster Community Improvement Plan (CIP) and we want to hear from you. CIPs are formal planning tools authorized under the Ontario Planning Act which allows municipalities to offer programs, grants, and incentives to revitalize areas of a city or community. This will be done in alignment with the City’s strategic priorities and in response to community needs. This project represents a transformative opportunity for Welland, aiming to breathe new life into the CIP Area, increase economic opportunities, and upgrade the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

A public engagement session is being hosted in an open house format to obtain your input on the development and implementation of the updated CIP. The public engagement session is intended to share the findings of the background report, gather feedback on areas where you would like to see improvement, and provide you with an opportunity to ask questions about the project.

The updated Downtown and Surrounding Area CIP aims to:

• Review the existing CIP Area and surrounding areas with a new vision and objectives.
• Promote revitalization through new private sector investment.
• Identify needed infrastructure enhancements to meet the desired vision.
• Engage the community by gathering insights through a range of engagement activities to ensure the project aligns with local priorities and supports a sense of community.

For more information on the project process or to review supporting background information, please visit the City’s public engagement page, Engage Welland, at: https://www.engagewelland.ca/downtown-and-surrounding-area-community-improvement-plan-update

The public engagement session will be held as follows:

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Location: Welland Civic Square, Main Floor Lobby
60 East Main Street, Welland, Ontario, L3B 3X4

This will be a drop-in session with no formal presentation. The session will be interactive and is designed to get your feedback. All residents, businesses, development community, and property owners are invited to attend.

Should you not be able to attend, the information provided during the engagement session will be available here: https://www.engagewelland.ca/downtown-and-surrounding-area-community-improvement-plan-update

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:
Grant Munday