Shape the Future of Walla Walla! 

Comprehensive Plan Mini Polls Launching January 2026!

First poll: Community Vision

Beginning mid-January 2026, the comprehensive plan update team will be launching a series of mini polls. These short polls will take about 2 minutes to complete and will cover topics ranging from housing to transportation to economic development. Each poll will be open for a week, and a new one will launch the following week. The polls will last about 4 weeks. 

Your participation in these mini polls and the comprehensive plan update process is so important, as it ensures that the vision and goals of the Walla Walla community are accurately reflected in the updated comprehensive plan. 

The first mini poll relates to community vision and is now live. Click here to take the poll! 

Thank you for your participation and feedback! 

What is a Comprehensive Plan?

The Comprehensive Plan is Walla Walla’s guiding document for managing growth and shaping the city’s future over the next 20 years. It outlines the vision, goals, and policies that will help us address critical issues, from housing and transportation to economic development, parks, and public services.

During the City’s work session on Nov. 4, 2024, the city detailed the steps to prepare the comprehensive plan update. Walla Walla is a fully planning city, which means the city must update its comprehensive plan in order to comply with the Growth Management Act (GMA) by December 2026 per RCW 36.70A.130(5). This 20-year planning document sets goals, policies, and actions to guide development, budgets, and public investment. 

This plan serves as a roadmap for the city's growth and development, addressing elements such as land use, housing, transportation, economic development, and environmental stewardship, all of which affect residents. Regular updates ensure the plan remains responsive to evolving community needs, state mandates, and emerging challenges, guiding Walla Walla toward a sustainable and prosperous future.

Who is funding the Comprehensive Plan update?

The City of Walla Walla received a grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce to complete this update. The City has hired SCJ Alliance as its consultant to support the update process.

Community participation is the cornerstone of the Comprehensive Plan update. The success of Walla Walla’s Comprehensive Plan relies on active and inclusive community participation.

• Attend Workshops & Meetings. We will host a series of interactive workshops and public meetings throughout the planning process. They are a great opportunity to share your ideas and learn about the plan’s progress.
• Take Part in surveys and questionnaires. Your feedback is essential! Online surveys will provide a platform for you to weigh in on critical issues and priorities. Each survey will be quick and easy to complete, ensuring everyone can contribute.
• Participate in Open Houses. Visit our open houses to explore draft materials, ask questions, and provide input. Open houses will be scheduled during key phases of the process, with accessible formats for all.

Stay tuned for updates on all of these opportunities to get involved. We will regularly update this webpage, and provide additional notices when events are scheduled or when new surveys or resources are available.