City of Worthington

The City of Worthington is initiating a community-driven process, termed 'Worthington Together,' to develop a new comprehensive plan. This plan is designed to guide the city's growth and evolution over future decades, incorporating community input on critical areas such as housing, transportation, quality of life, community character, land use, economic development, multimodal transportation, parks and open space, public services, infrastructure, resiliency, and environmental sustainability. The aim is to establish a vision that will inform property owners and prospective developers regarding desirable development types within the City.

This document outlines the City of Worthington's Policy Agenda and Vision Implementation for 2024-2026. It encompasses strategic initiatives such as code changes, housing strategies, economic development, sustainability, and community waste reduction. Key focus areas also include infrastructure improvements, new programs for redevelopment and community services, and ongoing efforts in leadership, risk reduction, communication, and age-friendly practices.

The commission reviewed and made recommendations regarding Community Center hours, proposing changes to daily hours of operation and closures on select holidays. There was an overview of a proposed trail connecting the Olentangy Parklands to the Shops and Worthington Place, including coordination with area businesses and a public meeting. Updates were provided on the Community Center construction, addressing issues with window water tests, and the Godown Park dog park, where construction is on hold due to winter weather.

The Northeast Corridor Area Plan for the City of Worthington focuses on repositioning the Northeast Corridor area to be more attractive and competitive, guiding recommendations for economic development, land use, and sustainability. Key goals include creating high-wage, high-growth jobs, redeveloping the area with environmentally sustainable practices, and attracting future-forward industries such as renewable and clean energy. The plan also emphasizes placemaking, improved infrastructure, and connections to nature, with strategies for marketing, zoning updates, and capital planning to support these objectives.

The Policy Agenda for 2024-2026 outlines various initiatives and plans, including comprehensive housing and economic development strategies, sustainability efforts, and infrastructure improvements. It prioritizes community waste reduction, parking evaluations, and support systems like deer management. The agenda also focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion, older adult services, mental health response, and multi-modal transportation, with a method for re-sequencing initiatives based on alignment, time-sensitivity, and resource attraction.