The City of Moorpark chose PlaceWorks to lead its general plan update because of our extensive planning experience, innovative approach to outreach, GIS capabilities, CEQA expertise, and reputation for transforming legislatively mandated plans into vehicles for real change. The update process included an analysis of existing conditions, public outreach, development of a shared vision for Moorpark, exploration of land use alternatives, update of all elements, revision of the zoning ordinance, and preparation of a program EIR.

PlaceWorks identified a number of major issues that posed conspicuous challenges and opportunities. How should we handle future growth? How do we develop economically prosperous places in the community? What is the role of Moorpark College in the community? How do we comply with new legal mandates to increase housing supply and address climate change and sustainability? These questions were discussed with the city, stakeholders, and during public outreach, and we drafted goals, policies, and actions to address these issues in the general plan and implementation plan.