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Draft Vision Statements for the 2026-2046 Comprehensive Plan

1.) Nurture the small-town charm and community spirit of the City of Medical Lake

2.) Shape the City into the kind of place worth living, working, learning, and playing in all seasons of life.

3.) Articulate a future honoring Medical Lake’s history of healing, care of vulnerable citizens, military heritage, and natural beauty.

4.) Strive for thoughtful, sustainable integration of the natural and built environment as the City develops.

5.) Aim to create safe, walkable neighborhoods with accessible parks and housing for all.

6.) Encourage partnerships with institutions, community members, and Fairchild that build and support a thriving local economy.

7.) Use placemaking, events, and recreational tourism as economic development tools.

8.) Create a community where all members thrive, empowered by equitable access to resources, strong social connections, and a healthy environment.

9.) Advance parks and recreation experiences to promote healthy living and bring people together.

10.) Provide a foundation for policies, strategies, and actions resulting in a 20-year to-do list.

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Communication Preference Survey Summary

Pulse of the Community Survey Summary

Documents

Comprehensive Plan Update Schedule-Updated 07/25/25

Land Capacity Analysis

Periodic Update Work Plan

Public Participation Plan

Work Plan & Timeline

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What's to come?

We are in Phase 1 otherwise known as “The Idea”. This is the part where we will be gathering input from the community. Now is the time to make your voices heard by providing your input as we work towards Phase 2 “The Concept”.

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Comprehensive Plan

Medical Lake’s Comprehensive Plan is a decision-making tool. The plan reflects the residents’ chosen path into the future by anticipating changes in the community and laying out policies and programs to guide the city in managing these changes.