Goals

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Goal 1.    SECURE RESOURCES NECESSARY TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE FOUNDATION

Objectives:   
a. Expand membership base
b. Secure public and private funds
Goal 2.    DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNICATION PLAN

Objectives:   
a. Establish and maintain vital communications and relationships with all public officials, business leaders, educators, citizens, service providers, charitable organizations and other community and economic development entities
b. Create a comprehensive database of contacts, resources, and unique assets
c. Establish communications with existing business and industry to identify problem areas and facilitate responses and solutions

Goal 3.    ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL CLARKE COUNTY CITIZENS

Objectives:   
a. Serve as an umbrella organization for existing and future entities compatible with the mission of the Foundation
b. Collaborate and coordinate activities with public and private agencies
c. Develop strategic plans for leadership development, housing, healthcare, social services and recreation

Goal 4.    SUPPORT NEW AND EXISTING INDUSTRY

Objectives:   
a. Produce a more highly skilled, adaptable work force through improved training opportunities to meet identified business needs and future opportunities
b. Support efforts to enhance educational opportunities

Goal 5.    IDENTIFY AND SOLICIT SUPPORT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS

Objectives:   
a. Enhance transportation systems including highways, airports, rail and water systems
b. Extend potable water, sewer and waste water treatment
c. Expand telecommunication services to meet the present and future needs of the county

Goal 6.    IDENTIFY AND EXPAND NON-TRADITIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Objectives:
a. Expand historical, cultural, and heritage awareness
b. Support and partner with the regional tourism initiatives
c. Encourage expansion of the hospitality industry
d. Establish and execute a county-wide retiree attraction strategy
e. Develop and promote year-round outdoor activities
f.  Promote special community events and festivals