Resources for 2026 Update to the West Colfax VISION 2040 Action Plan

PLAN UPDATE RESOURCES

We are starting process in 2025, so we can complete this 5-year update in early 2026. This page will host information and links throughout the process.

The current West Colfax VISION 2040 Action Plan (last updated in 2021) is HERE.


Plan Update Schedule:

July: Plan Purpose & Structure - HOMEWORK Ch 1 & 4, due 8/15) - CLOSED
Aug.: Recap Ch 1 & 4 (Cultural Identity & Placemaking) - HOMEWORK Ch 2 & 3 due 9/12 - CLOSED
Sept: Recap Ch 2 & 3 (Infrastructure & Connectivity) - HOMEWORK Ch 5 & 6 due 10/10 - CLOSED
Oct.: Recap Ch 5 & 6 (Vibrancy & Celebrating Colfax) - HOMEWORK Part II review due 11/14 LINK
Nov.: Recap Part II-2021 Goals & Action Steps - NO HOMEWORK for January

DECEMBER: NO MEETING

January ’26: Recap Goals/Actions Steps in the plan from 2021 Update and begin roll-up of recommendations for this 5-year update
Feb-Mar ’26: Further Discussions, Final Compilation of Recommendations, and start new design
Apr./May ’26: Schedule presentation to City Council (scheduled & facilitated by city staff)


Plan Update Process:

15-minute interactions during our every 3rd Wednesday WCCA meetings
Homework Sections for Ambassador (everyone is welcome to participate)

Four ways to interact . . .

1. Online through a web interface (like taking a survey)
2. Response Boards on Easels at WCCA meetings (comments on Post-it Notes)
3. Live input during meetings (Strictly focused on the Homework section)
4. 30-minute roundtables after WCCA meetings (as needed)