HomeMy WebLinkAbout7087_CCv0001.pdf RESOLUTION NO. 7087
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DLANDS
ADOPTING A COUNTYWIDE VISION FOR OUR FUTURE
WHEREAS, in Fall 2010, the County of San Bernardino and San Bernardino
Associated Governments initiated an effort to engage the county's residents, businesses,
non-profits and other governmental agencies in the creation of a Countywide Vision for
the future;and
WHEREAS, the County and San Bernardino Associated Governments facilitated
forums throughout the county and receive feedback from the public to identify the vision
that community residents have for their future; and
WHEREAS, from October 2010 through May 2011, input was gathered from
thousands of residents, employers, educators, community and faith-based organizations,
and elected and appointed government leaders throughout the county, through an online
survey, 18 community meetings, two dozen roundtable discussions with topical experts,
and input from each of the county's 24 cities and towns; and
WHEREAS, the community participants eagerly and conscientiously shared their
thoughts about the county's successes, failures,opportunities and challenges;and
WHEREAS,the resulting data was summarized into a Countywide Vision Report,
which includes the Countywide Vision Statement, nine core vision elements, a set of
shared values and a collection of great examples that demonstrate innovative and
collaborative solutions to critical issues; and
WHEREAS, on June 30, 2011, the County Board of Supervisors and the San
Bernardino Associated Governments Board of Directors adopted the Countywide Vision
Statement;
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Redlands as follows:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Redlands approves and adopts the
following Countywide Vision Statement:
"We envision a complete county that capitalizes on the diversity of
its people, its geography, and its economy to create a broad range of
choices for its residents in how they live,work,and play.
We envision a vibrant economy with a skilled workforce that
attracts employers who seize the opportunities presented by the
county's unique advantages and provide the jobs that create
countywide prosperity.
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We envision a sustainable system of high-quality education,
community health, public safety, housing, retail, recreation, arts and
culture, and infrastructure, in which development complements our
natural resources and environment.
We envision a model community which is governed in an open and
ethical manner, where great ideas are replicated and brought to
scale,and all sectors work collaboratively to reach shared goals.
From our valleys, across our mountains, and into our deserts, we
envision a county that is a destination for visitors and a home for
anyone seeking a sense of community and the best life has to offer."
ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED THIS 18DAY OF OCTOBER, 2011.
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Pete Aguilar,Mayor
ATTEST:
Sam lh-win*, lerk
1, Sam Irwin, City Clerk of the City of Redlands, hereby certify that the foregoing
resolution was adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 18th
day of October,2011 by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Harrison,Bean, Foster, Gardner; Mayor Aguilar
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: No
City Clerk.
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