Blount County government contracted with consultants at S&ME to work on a new comprehensive growth study... the consultants said their goal is to discover community concerns and hopes about the county’s future. ... Sarah Sinatra, principal planner for Inspire Placemaking Collective (previously with S&ME), is overseeing the study for S&ME.
The Blount County Comprehensive Plan 2023 is the overarching, visionary document that guides future growth and development within Blount County. The County is currently updating the Plan to more adeptly address the issues and opportunities facing the community.
We are asking the public to assist the County's planning team in understanding the community preferences and desires for the future.
Open houses for the public to listen and contribute to the future of Blount County:
Monday, August 21, 2023
Time: 4-7 PM
Address:
Heritage High School
3741 E Lamar Alexander Parkway
Maryville, TN 37804
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Time: 4-7 PM
Address:
William Blount High School
219 County Farm Road
Maryville, TN 37801
On the Blount County Comprehensive Plan 2023 website, you can also:
* Share your ideas on an Interactive Map
* Vote for your Future Vision of Blount County
* Participate in a brief Survey regarding our County
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