WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – We’re excited to invite the community to participate in the design of West Lafayette’s future Public Safety Center! This is your opportunity to help shape a space that reflects the needs, values, and culture of our city.
Join Us for the Info Session
Date: Monday, September 16, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: City Hall – City Council Chambers at 222 N. Chauncey Ave., West Lafayette, IN
Your input is important as we design the public spaces of the new Public Safety Center and its outdoor plaza, including selecting the type of artwork that will go at the building’s entrance. This is a great opportunity to help create a welcoming and functional environment for everyone in West Lafayette.
What to Expect
- Flexible Participation: Come when you can, leave when you need to! This is a “come-and-go” style info session where you can float in and out without needing to stay for the full duration. Share your thoughts whenever you’re available.
- Engagement Opportunities: You will have direct input on the design of public spaces, the outdoor plaza, and the type of art that will be installed outside the new building.
- Meet the Team: Learn from city officials and planners about the exciting new features and vision for the center.
Agenda
- Welcome & Overview
- Public Input Discussions
- Art & Outdoor Design
- Wellness & Mental Health
- Sustainability Features
- Neighborhood Design Integration
- Closing Remarks
Exciting Features of the New Public Safety Center
We are building a modern, sustainable Public Safety Center that prioritizes both public and employee well-being. Some of the key features under consideration include:
- A Newly Designed Fire Station: The new fire station will mitigate carcinogen exposure for our firefighters, ensuring a healthier workplace.
- Gender-Neutral Bathrooms and Locker Rooms: We’re designing spaces that will accommodate a diverse workforce, no matter the gender identity, promoting inclusivity and future-proofing our facilities.
- Mental Health-Focused Spaces: Natural light, open patios, and intentional gathering areas will be built to support mental health and wellness for our staff and community.
- Social Work Rooms: Additional rooms will be included to create a safe space for public meetings with social workers, focused on social services and crisis response, like our own Devon Moore, who will play a key role in supporting community members.
- Sustainability: We’re reusing the existing police department structure to reduce waste, and we’re integrating solar arrays, the potential for gray water capture systems, and other energy-efficient installations to minimize environmental impact.
We are committed to creating a workplace of choice that attracts top talent by prioritizing safety, comfort, and inclusivity. We want the West Lafayette Public Safety Center to be a place where employees are excited to work, and community members feel welcomed and supported.
Alternative Ways to Participate
We understand that not everyone can attend the in-person session, but your input remains valuable! We offer several ways for you to participate:
- Virtual Viewing Option: You can watch the input session online. On the day of the session (September 16 at 6:00 p.m.), visit westlafayette.in.gov, click “Agendas and Meetings,” and then select view now.
- Virtual Input Option: We’ll post all relevant information here and provide an option for you to submit your feedback.
- Virtual Input will go live on Monday, September 16 at noon and will close Friday, September 20 at 3:00 p.m.
This ensures everyone has the opportunity to contribute, regardless of attendance.
How We Got Here: Public Safety Center Feasibility Report and Community Meeting
To understand how we’ve reached the current stage of planning for the new Public Safety Center, explore our Feasibility Report or watch the first Community Meeting. These resources detail the analysis and key findings that have guided us to the public info phase of this exciting project.
We look forward to your participation and can’t wait to see how your input shapes this vital new community space!
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Contact: Development
Phone: 765-775-5160
Email: [email protected]