Press release from the city of Fortuna:

When the City of Fortuna began updating its General Plan and Strategic Plan, officials chose to start by listening first. Last fall, the City launched a communitywide Listening Campaign, conducting in depth conversations with community members, City staff representing every department, all five City Council members, and focus groups with teenagers and immigrant families. The newly published report summarizing these conversations shows a remarkable degree of unity across groups that often have different perspectives.

The City is now inviting the broader community to build on that shared foundation through two hands-on public workshops at River Lodge. Everyone who lives, works, raises a family, or simply cares about Fortuna is encouraged to attend.

Workshop 1 — IMAGINE FUTURE FORTUNA - Wednesday, March 25, 2026

• Doors open: 4:00 p.m. (preview)
• Workshop: 5:30–8:00 p.m.
• Location: River Lodge, 1800 Riverwalk Drive, Fortuna

Focus: Developing guiding principles—vision, purpose, community values, and decision-making criteria that will help shape Fortuna’s future.

Workshop 2 — CHART A COURSE TO FUTURE FORTUNA - Saturday, April 11, 2026

• Doors open: 10:00 a.m. (preview)
• Workshop: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
• Location: River Lodge, 1800 Riverwalk Drive, Fortuna

Focus: Turning shared principles into clear priorities across key community topics, including:

• Youth & belonging
• Economic development
• Land use & community character
• Infrastructure & safety
• City services & programs
• Leadership & communications

Both workshops will include snacks and drinks, childcare for ages 5 and up, teen and youth spaces, and Spanish interpretation (traducción al español). No registration is required — drop in, bring family and friends, and help shape Fortuna’s future.

For more information and the full listening campaign report check out Future Fortuna:Community Workshops & Listening Campaign.