EDR led the development of the Town of Salina’s first ever Comprehensive Plan, guiding the community through a transformative planning process that positioned the Town to respond to unprecedented regional growth driven by Micron’s $100B investment in Central New York.
Key Contributions and Impacts:
Strategic Visioning: Crafted a future land use plan that balances economic development, housing diversity, and environmental stewardship, aligning with the Town’s identity and regional opportunities.
Community-Centered Engagement: Facilitated a robust public outreach strategy—including surveys, pop-up events, and open houses—that engaged over 500 residents and built consensus around four core themes: Strong Centers, Housing & Neighborhoods, Community Mobility, and Greenways & Blueways.
Actionable Implementation Framework: Delivered a clear roadmap with over 50 strategies to guide zoning updates, infrastructure investments, and policy decisions, ensuring the Plan moves from vision to reality.
Resilience & Connectivity: Integrated hazard mitigation, multimodal transportation, and greenway expansion to enhance livability and long-term sustainability.
By working as a trusted partner with Town leadership and stakeholders, the Firm helped Salina define a bold, community-driven path forward—creating a more connected, vibrant, and resilient future.
