Vision Neshoba Draft Framework Plan and Strategies Presented
The draft plan and strategies for Vision Neshoba were presented to the Advisory Group at noon on February 16 at the Depot. The working draft was the result of all the overall work to date and came at the conclusion of Strategy and Design Week. The week hosted the planning team in an intense and extended time of developing catalytic strategies and designs focused on impacting community and economic development in Neshoba generationally, and responsive to community guidance and potential.
The draft work is being vetted and comments are welcome. The draft provisions of Vision Neshoba can be accessed by clicking the link below or the image to the right.
Emerging Generational Plan Framework
The emerging structure and framework for Vision Neshoba is illustrated in the graphic image. Specific provisions for each of the principles and elements are under development and will be posted soon.
We need to hear from you!!
Broad community input is needed to ensure the relevance and long-term success of the plan. The survey below represents one opportunity to provide input and feedback into the process. The questions have been developed through collaboration with the project’s steering committee and focus groups. Your response is greatly needed.
Will you take a few minutes to complete the survey? The survey is anonymous, and responses will help guide the overall development of Vision Neshoba. Thank you in advance!
Neshoba County stands at a crossroads. While widely regarded and noted for the Neshoba County Fair, the Pearl River Resort, and Civil Rights history, new community development movements, including the creation of the Congress of Country Music, are presenting unprecedented opportunity to impact the future of the County in a profoundly positive way.
These are exciting times for our community! We are excited about the prospects ahead and hope you will engage in the process of envisioning Neshoba for the next generation.
FAQs
To ensure that these and other opportunities are well managed and well leveraged for the best outcomes for the entire community, the Philadelphia/Neshoba Alliance of the Community Development Partnership has initiated Vision Neshoba – A Generational Plan for Neshoba County, Choctaw, and Philadelphia. The questions and answers below will orient you to the process.
What is Vision Neshoba - A Generational Plan for Choctaw, Philadelphia, and Neshoba County?
Vision Neshoba is a broad and comprehensive community development plan created to provide economic and physical development strategies.
What community development elements will the plan address?
The plan will address current and future community development patterns, design and development for downtown Philadelphia, major mobility routes for pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles, key streetscapes, tourism support facilities, and economic vitality, among other elements.
How can I get involved?
There are multiple engagement opportunities planned for Vision Neshoba. These will include in-person community meetings, online surveys, and remote engagement. While the first of these opportunities has yet to be scheduled, they will be advertised to the community in advance. You may also sign up for project updates and engagement opportunities in the space below.
How will the plan be developed?
The plan will be developed by identifying community development opportunities, creating a long-term vision for quality growth and development, and designing implementation strategies to achieve the vision. Significant community engagement, facilitated by the Vision Neshoba planning team, will be integral to achieving these tasks.
What geographic areas will the plan cover?
The plan will cover all of Choctaw, Philadelphia, and Neshoba County.
What are some of the guiding principles of Vision Neshoba?
Guiding principles for Vision Neshoba include:
A focus on the entire community
A robust public participation process
Holistic in its approach, focusing on multiple community development factors
Achievable implementation strategies and funding techniques
When will the process begin?
The planning process will begin its discovery phase in July 2023. It is expected to be completed over the coming 12 to 14 months.