Economic Vitality and Quality of Life are driven by Healthy and Sustainable Communities which include:

  • A growing and competitive economy that provides jobs for North Bay residents with wage levels that support families and economic self sufficiency
  • An education system that prepares students for jobs in the 21st Century and provides lifelong learning opportunities for all residents
  • A transportation system that enhances mobility and goods movement into and out of the North Bay, and promotes regional connectivity as well as efficient commuter options
  • Sufficient, quality housing to meet demand at all income levels
  • Healthy communities with safe neighborhoods, open space, recreational and cultural amenities, and access to healthy food choices
  • Opportunities for all residents to achieve and maintain optimal physical and mental health, including access to quality, affordable health care
  • A reliable supply of high quality water and efficient wastewater system that recycles and reuses water to enhance the water supply
  • Strong partnerships between the profit and not-for-profit sectors to enhance quality of life
  • Policies that recognize the value and contribution of a vital manufacturing community in the North Bay
  • Policies that recognize the value and contribution of small businesses in the North Bay
  • An adequate infrastructure system including communications, transportation, water and other utilities, and local alternative energy resources
  • A regulatory system that protects the environment, is transparent, consistent, predictable, cost-effective, and based on reputable science that supports clean air and water, and water and energy conservation
  • Civically engaged residents who are connected to their community.