ENGAGEMENT

One of the key principles that drove the formation of the Goodale Park Vision Plan was a commitment towards encouraging the community to participate during the planning process. Goodale Park was conceived as an urban green space for all of Columbus’ citizens to enjoy. As such, in the spirit of the park being a pleasure ground for all, the Vision Plan incorporates numerous ideas which were proposed by the community.

Interaction with the general community was achieved via a series of varied and dynamic operations. This included face-to-face inquiries, interactions with the Vision Plan’s online questionnaire, as well as community meetings. Through this process, a significant amount of information regarding current park-users’ needs, desires, and conflicts was obtained. This information helped guide the Vision Plan and allow the community to help create what is to become the framework for the future of Goodale Park. As a result, what follows is a reflection of the opportunities which the citizens of Columbus feel could become realities.