Wyoming [re]Imagined

The Wyoming [re]Imagined document will be the Master Plan for the City of Wyoming. In the spring of 2019, we began the process of updating the Master Plan. It will create a blueprint for our future. The new Wyoming [re]Imagined Master Plan will be an official municipal document. It provides a framework for future growth and reinvestment within the City over the next 15 to 20 years.

Over the past decade, Wyoming has experienced a steady growth rate. Our population increased by 3,000 people (4.2 percent) between 2010 and 2017. By 2045, Wyoming is expected to add 8,854 more households to our community. This plan provides a framework for this expected growth.

This is a community-driven plan. The visions and goals shared by community residents, stakeholders, and business owners are reflected in it. Please take some time to read through this plan and confirm that we captured what you told us. 

Wyoming [re]Imagined Draft Document

We've provided the full document and broken out each chapter to make it easier to navigate. Take time to review these documents to see if we captured Wyoming's vision for the future. 

• Wyoming [re]Imagined (Full Document)
• Introduction
• Community Context
• Land Use Plan
• Special Area Plans
• Community Facilities
• Transportation and Mobility
• Parks, Open Space, and Recreation
• Implementation 

Facebook Live Open House

Learn about the draft plan, ask questions, and tell us what you think! Join us on Facebook, Tuesday, October 13 at 6:30 p.m. 

Attend an Open House Event

Learn about the draft plan, ask questions, and tell us what you think! Public Safety will be joining the fun at a couple of the locations with their canine and bicycle units demonstrating their skills. Download the Open Houses Flier to share with your community members. 

September Events

• Monday 9/28 at Oriole Park from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. featuring WYPD K9 Unit
• Monday 9/28 at Lemery Park from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. featuring WYPD Bicycle Unit
• Tuesday 9/29 at Wyoming Public Library from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Tuesday 9/29 at Marquette Park from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Wednesday 9/30 at the Wyoming Senior Center from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• CANCELLED: Wednesday 9/30 at Southlawn Park from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. featuring WYPD K9 Unit

October Events

• Thursday 10/1 at Ideal Park from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Thursday 10/1 at Gezon Park (north side) from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday 10/8 at Southlawn Park from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. featuring WYPD K9 Unit

Provide Public Comment

We need honest feedback from our community. We need to hear what aspects you support and what you would like to see change. Complete the comment form below or email reimagined@wyomingmi.gov by October 19, 2020.

Wyoming Community Provides Plan Foundation 

As the blueprint for the City, we know it's critical to engage a broad spectrum of community members. We're committed to involving residents, businesses, and workers in the process. We need these voices to craft a community vision for Wyoming’s future. That’s why we offered in-person and digital options to provide feedback.

• Online Mapping Activity
• Community Questionnaire (Spanish and English)
• Focus Groups
• Community Workshops

Plan Approval

The Wyoming [re]Imagined Master Plan will need formal approval from the Planning Commission and the City Council.

Steering Committee

The Steering Committee is an anchor of the planning process. Members represent different segments of the community. They're responsible for reviewing planning processes and deliverables. They help ensure the community engagement meets the needs of the community. They also provided a preliminary review of the Master Plan document before the public comment period began. Steering Committee membership represents a range of backgrounds and connections to the community. The Steering Committee includes the following stakeholders:

• Roger Bearup – Grandville Superintendent – School District – Grandville
• Sam Bolt – City Council – City Council Liason
• Lillian Cummings-Pulliams – Parks and Rec Commission – Parks Advocate
• Don De Groot – Exxcel Engineering – Local Design Professional
• William Fetterhoff – Godwin Heights Superintendent – School District – Godwin Heights
• Peter Hahn – Metro Health – Business Interest
• Chris Hall – ICCF/resident – Affordable Housing Advocate
• Craig Hoekstra – WPS Superintendent – School District – Wyoming
• Dennis Kent – MDOT – Regional/State Partner
• Patrick Lonergan – Fifth Third/Resident – Business Interest
• Kevin Polston – Godfrey Lee Superitendent – School District – Godfrey Lee
• Rob Postema – City Council – City Council Liason
• Wende Randall – Kent County Essential Needs Task Force/resident – Transportation Advocate
• Alex Smart – Planning Commission – Planning Commission Liason
• Sherrie Spencer – – Business Interest
• Dennis Sturtevant – Dwelling Place – Developer
• KJ Tucker – Realtor and resident – Long-time Resident
• Samuel Wright – Kellogsville Superintendent – School District – Kellogsville
• Audrey Zapata – Lake Michigan Credit Union/resident – Business Interest