A City of beauty and opportunity whose leadership is dedicated to providing its diverse citizenry a quality of life unsurpassed in the region.

To be a city rich in tradition and beauty with clean, safe neighborhoods, sound infrastructure, and opportunities for future generations.

Beautiful and Clean City

• Develop a systematic code enforcement program that strives to eliminate nuisance properties and structures.
• Create public education and outreach programs to inform citizens of property owner responsibilities and to educate and encourage clean streets and neighborhoods.
• Maintain City owned properties at an adequate level to ensure efficient use and clean and neat appearance.
• Create citywide beautification program that enhances the overall appearance of the City.

Clean and Safe Neighborhoods

• Provide opportunities for high-risk youth to maximize their skills and abilities and help them realize their potential.
• Explore community outreach and partnerships to ensure safe neighborhoods.
• Utilize Police and Fire staff and resources in the most efficient manner to serve the needs of the community.
• Continue to work with regional, state, and federal agencies to maximize our efforts to fight crime.

Sound Infrastructure

• Create multi-modal network to reduce traffic and pollution by promoting alternate forms of transportation.
• Provide high quality water and wastewater services while protecting natural resources through a comprehensive water and wastewater plan.
• Create master roadway and street plan to maintain safe roads and streets, improve connectivity, and reduce traffic.
• Utilize Public Works staff and resources in the most efficient manner to serve the needs of the community.