
Gahanna Residents Invited to Share Ideas at โOur Gahannaโ Vision Events This May
Gahanna residents are encouraged to participate in shaping their city’s future through the โOur Gahannaโ Vision Events, a series of community engagement activities happening in May 2025. These events are part of a larger strategic planning initiative aimed at gathering public input to guide long-term development across Gahanna, Ohio.
Hosted by the City of Gahanna in partnership with Columbus-based planning firm Planning NEXT, the initiative will establish core values and priorities to support sustainable growth, improved services, and enhanced quality of life. The Vision Festival includes four key public events, each designed to engage different segments of the community:
โOur Gahannaโ Vision Festival Events:
- May 6, 5โ7 PM: Taco Tuesday Family Fest @ Hannah Park
Enjoy tacos, kidsโ activities, face painting, and share your ideas about the future of Gahanna. - May 7, 7:30โ9 AM: Small Business Coffee Networking @ Gahanna Library
Connect with other entrepreneurs and city leaders over coffee and discuss business priorities. - May 7, 11:30 AMโ1 PM: Senior Lunch @ Gahanna Senior Center
Seniors are invited to share insights and experiences over a community lunch. - May 8, 4โ6 PM: Young Professionals Happy Hour @ Edison Brewing Co.
Network with fellow young professionals and city staff to contribute to the city’s vision.
In addition to in-person events, Gahanna residents can complete the online community survey at OurGahanna.com between May 6โ20. The city will also be gathering feedback at the Annual Economic Development Event (May 15) and a Gahanna Bananas baseball game (May 17).
According to Planning NEXT, previous community input helped define the draft planโs core values: enhancing local programs and green spaces, improving regional connectivity, and preserving Gahannaโs identity. Focus areas include boosting the local economy, elevating unique areas like Creekside, and delivering effective local government services.
Mayor Laurie Jadwin emphasized the importance of resident participation, noting that the strategic plan will shape decisions that impact neighborhoods, parks, businesses, and daily life.
Donโt miss this chance to shape Gahannaโs future โ your voice matters.




