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Eugene City Council Retreat February 25-26, 2005 Retreat Goals · To improve the effectiveness of the governing body · To build a working relationship between members of the governing body and the City's Executive staff · To identify important goals and strategies for the City of Eugene to accomplish in the ensuing two years Vision and Goal Statements Vision and Goals The Council considered the existing Vision Statement and Council Goals and reflected on how they could/should be changed. The Council and Executive Staff also assessed what the City is doing well with regard to each Goal and what could be better. Existing Vision Statement Eugene is a regional center for education, culture and commerce, and a comfortable attractive and affordable place to live and work. We value the variety of our safe, livable neighborhoods and the beauty of our landscapes. We respect the perspectives and lifestyles of our active and diverse citizenry. We strive to 3rovide sound, open government and to deliver effective, efficient services. Reflections on Vision Statement · Recreation is not mentioned · Economic Development is not mentioned · No sense of future - should be more forward looking · Leading with "regional center"- should be more about neighborhoods · "Citizenry" is not inclusive enough · Want to be inspired · Welcoming · Concept of neighborhoods should be highlighted Existing Council Goals 1. Safe Community: A safe community where people feel secure and respected. 2. Sustainable Community Development: A community that retains a high quality of life and a healthy economy, effectively links land use and transportation planning, and successfully manages growth and change in the urban environment. 3. Healthy Natural and Built Environment: A community that conserves and enhances the natural environment and provides an attractive and healthy place to live. 4. Accessible and Thriving Culture and Recreation: A community that offers a wide variety of opportunities for positive cultural, recreational and educational development for all. 5. Effective, Accountable Municipal Government: A local government that works openly and respectfully with and for everyone in the community. Management Partners, Inc.