The Town of Leicester is updating its Master Plan. This plan will lay out a vision for Leicester’s future over the next ten years and provide a roadmap for achieving community goals. There are many opportunities to get involved, including open monthly meetings, a community survey, and a workshop.
What is a Master Plan?
A Master Plan is a comprehensive community plan that explores important topics such as land use, natural resources, economic development, housing, transportation, and other themes.
Through the planning process, Leicester will assess its challenges and opportunities by collecting research and input from the community. Once written, the Master Plan will lay out a vision for Leicester’s future and strategies to achieve it. Master Plans require periodic updates. Issues, challenges, and resident preferences can change a lot in 10-20 years, which is the typical horizon of a Master Plan. Leicester’s current Master Plan was written in 2009.
How does a Master Plan help Leicester?
A Master Plan helps a community
- Manage growth and change
- Provide for orderly and predictable development
- Protect environmental resources
- Set priorities for developing and maintaining infrastructure and public facilities
- Strengthen local identity
- Create a framework for future policy decisions
- Promote open, democratic planning
- Provide guidance to landowners, developers, and permitting authorities
Master Plan Steering Committee
Mission Statement
The Leicester Master Plan Steering Committee is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and inclusive planning process that engages the community in shaping the future of our town. Our mission is to:
- Engage Public Input: Actively seek and incorporate the ideas, concerns, and aspirations of Leicester residents to ensure the Master Plan reflects the collective vision of our community.
- Provide Direction and Oversight: Guide the development of the Master Plan by establishing strategies for public involvement, ensuring timely progress, and reviewing data, findings, and recommendations.
- Promote Transparency and Inclusivity: Foster openness and inclusivity through continuous dialogue and communication with consultants, stakeholders, and community members.
- Support Community Priorities: Develop a Master Plan that aligns with Leicester’s values and priorities, addressing current needs and anticipating future opportunities.
Through dedicated service and commitment to our roles, we aim to create a comprehensive and actionable Master Plan that will enhance the quality of life for all residents and ensure a vibrant, sustainable future for the Town of Leicester.
Monthly Meetings
The Master Plan Steering Committee (MPSC) meets every third Thursday of the month at 5 p.m. Please join us or check out the meeting recordings and minutes.
Get Involved
Town Survey
The Leicester Master Plan Survey is now closed. Stay tuned for the results of the survey!
Master Plan Community Workshop
The next Leicester Master Plan Community Workshop will occur on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 91 Manville Street, Leicester, MA 01524. There will be a brief presentation regarding the goals and priorities of the workshop and then the opportunity for residents to interactively review each topic.
Stay Connected
Make sure to follow the Town of Leicester Master Plan Facebook page for more information about the project!
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Plan Timeline
Winter 2024: Kick-off
Spring 2024: Survey Launch
Summer 2024: Community Workshop
Fall 2024 – Winter 2024: Plan Development
Late Winter 2025: Public Comment
Spring 2025: Select Board Vote
Project Documents
Relevant Prior Plans & Studies
