North East Borough and North East Township are asking for the public's help to update its North East Area Comprehensive Plan during a meeting later this month, according to a news release Monday.

The first public meeting to gather input will be held June 22 at 6 p.m. at Heard Memorial Park on N. Lake St. The rain date is June 29 at the same time and location.

Both municipalities are working together to create a shared vision for the area's future, prioritize issues, develop action plans and achieve results.

The process, which is expected to take a year to complete, will rely on the feedback from business owners, community leaders and residents.

The Erie County Department of Planning and Community Development is facilitating the process and providing consulting at no cost.