2.
Forge a shared vision for the region's future
We will help create a vision for the region that is more manageable,
sustainable, habitable, accessible, equitable, beautiful, and competitive
- a region that because of comprehensive, regional-scale planning
provides more opportunities for its citizens to attain personal
and communal fulfillment.
Our
vision will encompass:- Economic
vitality
- The environment
- Quality of life
- Land use patterns
- Transportation
- Education
- Health care
- Public safety
- Housing
- Agriculture
Any other issues arising that might affect our region.
We will encourage planning bodies throughout the region to incorporate
the vision into their plans and other groups to use it to guide
action in their own areas of concern.
3.
Foster stronger regional relationships and greater cooperation
We will assist groups throughout the region to identify and select
mechanisms for collaboration and to form useful coalitions of interest.
We will help them address critical regional issues and influence
the way in which decisions are made.
4.
Provide a forum and clearing house for regional discussions
We will provide a forum where the region's diverse groups and communities
can discover and explore their shared interests and plan for their
common futures.
5.
Act as a resource for groups and individuals who are working towards
a better regional future.
We will sponsor educational seminars, provide educational information,
resources, and advice to concerned citizens, civic and professional
groups, business organizations, public planning bodies, elected
officials, and others throughout the region.
