Public Engagement Calendar
This page includes all upcoming and past opportunities for the public to get involved in Waterville’s NY Forward program. Please note that all LPC meetings are open to the public and time will be reserved for public comment at the end of each LPC meeting.
For each public event and Local Planning Committee (LPC) meeting, meeting summaries, presentations, and agendas will be prepared and made available on this page as they are completed.
Local Planning Committee Meeting #1
Local Planning Committee Meeting #2
Local Planning Committee Meeting #3
Local Planning Committee Meeting #4
Public Workshop #1 and Online Survey #1
Public Workshop #2 and Online Survey #2
Local Planning Committee Meeting #5
LPC Meeting #5
All LPC meetings are open to the public; however the extent of public participation is largely dependent on the purpose and structure of each individual LPC meeting. Every meeting will allow time for public comment at the end.
At this meeting, the LPC will formally evaluate each project proposed for NY Forward funding and finalize the slate of projects to be included in the Village’s Strategic Investment Plan.
Public Workshop #2
OPEN HOUSE FORMAT
Drop in anytime from 4:00 - 8:00 PM!
Join us at the second public workshop for Waterville’s NY Forward program! Provide your feedback on potential downtown projects, review the draft vision and goals, and learn about the progress made so far.
Light refreshments will be provided!
Can’t attend? Take a brief survey!
The survey is open from 9/9/2025 - 9/19/2025. Access the survey using the the link: www.surveymonkey.com/r/Waterville2
LPC Meeting #4
All LPC meetings are open to the public; however the extent of public participation is largely dependent on the purpose and structure of each individual LPC meeting. Every meeting will allow time for public comment at the end.
LPC Meeting #3
The third LPC meeting will provide an update on public engagement, review key findings from the Downtown Profile, and discuss project evaluation criteria and proposed project submitted through the Open Call.
All LPC meetings are open to the public; however the extent of public participation is largely dependent on the purpose and structure of each individual LPC meeting. Every meeting will allow time for public comment at the end.
Financial Proforma and Business Plan Assistance
Use the link below to sign-up for a 30 minute, one-on-one session with Todd Poole, from 4ward Planning. Todd is available to meet with potential project sponsors to discuss business plans, project feasibility, and project readiness.
https://calendly.com/nallen-euzi/financial-proforma-business-plan-assistance-ny-forward
Financial Proforma and Business Plan Assistance
Use the link below to sign-up for a 30 minute, one-on-one session with Todd Poole, from 4ward Planning. Todd is available to meet with potential project sponsors to discuss business plans, project feasibility, and project readiness.
https://calendly.com/nallen-euzi/financial-proforma-business-plan-assistance-ny-forward
Project Financing Webinar
This webinar is for project sponsors and goes over financing on projects in a Q&A format. Key topics include strategies that can be incorporated into NYF projects to enhance project readiness.
It is identical to the June 30, 2025 webinar.
You must register in advance; after registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/7lTeE_qIQ-OJK05nfFi0FQ
Project Financing Webinar
This webinar is for project sponsors and goes over financing on projects in a Q&A format. Key topics include strategies that can be incorporated into NYF projects to enhance project readiness.
It is identical to the July 1, 2025 webinar.
You must register in advance; after registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Se_4Vh95Td6KvXVDkflPFA
Public Workshop #1
Join us for Waterville’s first public workshop for its NY Forward program. This workshop will be structured as an open house, so drop in anytime between 4:00PM and 8:00PM. At this workshop, you will:
Learn about Waterville’s NY Forward program;
Identify issues and opportunities for improvement in Waterville’s NY Forward Area;
Meet with the project team; and,
Receive technical assistance with your Open Call for Project Proposals application.
LPC Meeting #2
This second LPC meeting includes a visioning activity with the LPC, a review of past plans and recent investment in downtown Waterville, an update on the Open Call For Project Proposals, a discussion on the project evaluation process, and preparation for the first public workshop.
All LPC meetings are open to the public; however the extent of public participation is largely dependent on the purpose and structure of each individual LPC meeting. Every meeting will allow time for public comment at the end.
LPC Meeting #1
The first LPC meeting will provide an overview of the NY Forward planning process, define roles and responsibilities, present upcoming public engagement opportunities, and facilitate a discussion of the LPC’s vision and goals for the NY Forward area.
All LPC meetings are open to the public; however the extent of public participation is largely dependent on the purpose and structure of each individual LPC meeting. Every meeting will allow time for public comment at the end.