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Licking County: A Year in Review – FRAMEWORK’s Report to the Community

By January 10, 2025Headlines, Project Updates

The Report to the Community for Licking County has been released! This report is essential as the County continues to navigate unprecedented growth. Since FRAMEWORK was released in September 2023, Planning NEXT has led support to Western Licking County’s communities. This past year has made obvious how dynamic and pivotal this moment is for the County. It will continue to be so. 

  • The stakes for Licking County remain incredibly high. With rapid economic investments that have increased from an initial $20 billion to $28 billion, and with potential for even further growth (up to $100 billion), the importance of the situation requires action. These milestones have drawn the attention and collaboration of major state entities and the Lieutenant Governor’s office, underscoring the strategic importance of decisions made today for generations to come. 
  • Predictability is paramount. In this fast-evolving landscape, the need for confidence is crucial. FRAMEWORK has brought invaluable resources and educational insights to communities, but with continued rapid change, predictability remains critical. Communities, residents, schools, and investors all deserve clear direction to guide future growth. 
  • A wide variation in the depth and quality of plans. While one-third of FRAMEWORK communities had a comprehensive plan in place before the Intel announcement, there is now vast disparity in the standard of these plans, impacting the County’s ability to manage such transformational opportunities effectively. 

Looking to the future, the Community Report highlights the need for greater action and care.