Community engagement is a critical component of the Waterloo DRI – a plan that is rooted in the values, aspirations, and needs of the community is more likely to succeed. A range of engagement opportunities will be hosted over the course of the DRI process, including public comment periods following each LPC meeting, public workshops where you can provide your feedback on the DRI vision and goals and projects, drop-in info sessions, and other interactive engagement events that will determined at the outset of the project.
This page will be updated on an ongoing basis with information on upcoming events and materials used at past events.
Public Workshop #1 – May 28, 2024
Public Workshop #1 was an opportunity to learn more about the DRI and the planning process, and to provide your input on the opportunities and challenges that downtown Waterloo is facing and the types of projects that you think would bring about positive change. Input was used to craft a vision and goals for the Waterloo DRI.
- Public Workshop #1 Presentation
- Public Workshop #1 Engagement Panels
- Public Workshop #1 Meeting Notes
Public Workshop #2 – September 12, 2024
At Public Workshop #2, we shared an overview of the 18 proposed that have been submitted for consideration for DRI funding and sought feedback on which projects were considered most transformative for downtown and aligned with the vision and goals for revitalization.
- Public Workshop #2 Presentation
- Public Workshop #2 Engagement Panels
- Public Workshop #2 Meeting Notes
Online Survey #1
Our first online survey asked you to share your thoughts on the opportunities and challenges that could be addressed through the Waterloo DRI! What are downtown’s strengths and assets? What’s missing that would make downtown a better place to live, work, and visit? Are there parts of downtown that could use improvement? Your input has helped inform the vision and goals for downtown revitalization.
Online Survey #2
Our second online survey is seeking feedback on the 18 proposed projects. Complete the survey to let us know which projects you think would be most transformative for downtown Waterloo!
LPC Meetings
Meeting #1 – May 8, 2024
Meeting #2 – June 12, 2024
Meeting #3 – July 31, 2024
Meeting #4 – September 11, 2024