Community invited to help shape the future of the Boulder Valley

The City of Boulder and Boulder County are kicking off an update of the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP). Everyone is welcome to a family-friendly Open House on Oct. 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Dairy Arts Center to learn about the update and help create A BOULDER Future.

The BVCP was first adopted in 1977 and is intended to guide long range planning and policies to meet the Boulder Valley community’s vision and goals for the next 20 years. The plan undergoes a major update every 10 years. The BVCP has shaped the Boulder Valley for the past five decades, and we invite everyone in the community to help us shape the next 20 years.

Help us celebrate 50 years since the adoption of the plan, and to jump start this year-long update, taking place throughout 2025.

When and where?

  • Oct. 19 | 1 to 4 p.m.
  • The Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302

What can you expect?

  • To learn about the plan and the update process. 
  • To hear why it’s so important for your voices to be heard in this process.
  • Opportunities to share your opinion on the Boulder Valley today.
  • A keynote speech from State Demographer Elizabeth Garner, who will give an overview of Colorado and Boulder’s population and economy, and what they might look like in the future.
  • A performance by MOTUS Theater – experience playback improv and see your story on stage!
  • Spanish translation and interpretation will be available.
  • Fun activities for kids and adults alike! 

"Rarely can community members share their biggest dreams on any topic for the future of Boulder and the Boulder Valley. This kick-off is the earliest chance to come together with the city, county and our community members to really look at where we are today, and where we want to be in the future,” said Brad Mueller, City of Boulder Planning and Development Services Director. “We invite anyone and everyone to join in this fun, informative process.”

“We invite everyone who lives in Boulder and neighboring areas to join us as we plan for the future of our community,” said Dale Case, Director, Boulder County Community Planning & Permitting. “The Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan is a great example of 50 years of partnership working, and we look forward to coming together with the city and the community to plan for future success.”

The update process will have many opportunities for community members to get involved and share their thoughts and feedback over the next two years, with plan adoption anticipated in summer of 2026.

Visit ABoulderFuture.org to learn more about the update and all the ways to get involved.

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