Cultivating a City Identity and Character - Great cities attract people from all over the world by having attractive and distinct images and destinations. Sacramento's rich history, natural resources, including our trees and rivers, diversity of neighborhoods and population and public institutions are foundations for our identity. Economic Diversity - Having a diversified economy provides a much needed buffer from the severe impacts associated with an over reliance on one employment sector. Culturally Responsive - We must create programs that recognize the expanding diversity in our local economy and respond by removing barriers that are identified. A High Quality of Life - The quality of life in Sacramento is a key element to retaining business as well as attracting new employers.
Quality of life is paramount in every urban design and development decision.
Quality of life is defined by how well we protect our natural resources such as air, water and plant life and how well we assemble and maintain our built environment. Training Programs and Schools - Sacramento must provide adequate resources to create a well educated and trained work force. Safe Environment - Development which promotes extended hours of activities and site and building designs which allows surveillance of public spaces provide for public safety. Planning Cooperatively - Work with other jurisdictions to develop a regional approach to economic development to support balance and avoid competition. Jobs, housing, tax base, infrastructure, land use issues need cooperative planning.