Located at the edge of the Coastal Plain, the landscape of the Occoquan District of Prince William County is characterized by fragile soils, steep slopes, wooded areas, and a significant network of streams. Certain critical issues currently affect the Occoquan District including conserving and protecting natural beauty and environmentally sensitive areas; expanding transportation choices to include public transit, pedestrian and non-motorized opportunities; providing housing choices that accommodate the full-range of residents from diverse social, cultural, and financial backgrounds; and supporting a broad array of business enterprises, including locally-owned businesses. Since planning for future growth is a long-term process which involves significant time and effort, a Community Visioning Charrette was specifically designed for the Occoquan District by the Environmental Finance Center at the University of Maryland, Occoquan District Supervisor Michael C. “Mike” May, and the Planning Commissioner, Kim Hosen. The goal of the Charrette was to gather information from the community, initially through a general survey, followed by a facilitated public meeting that included hands-on exercises. The EFC used this data to make recommendations intended to serve as the basis for a long-term, sustainable community plan for the Occoquan District.