PHILOMATH 2050 Kick-off Celebration
The Philomath Visioning Kickoff Celebration took place on January 15 at the Philomath Scout Lodge and marked the public launch of the community visioning initiative. Open to everyone, the evening featured refreshments, music and engaging activities that invited participants to begin imagining what Philomath could look like 24 years into the future. The event also created an opportunity for community members and partners to connect with one another and meet the SSW Consulting team supporting the project, setting an energetic and welcoming tone for the work ahead.
PHILOMATH 2050 visioning workshop
The Philomath Visioning Workshop brought together local community partners to reflect on Philomath’s past and chart a path forward. Facilitated by SSW Consulting, the workshop introduced the project’s purpose and timeline and centered on a graphic history exercise that helped participants explore key historical moments and experiences that have shaped the community to date. With time focused on understanding where Philomath has been, the group also discussed next steps for the project, including using a community partner snapshot to help inform future facilities asset mapping work.