13. Blessed with a unique opportunity To create a strong community Devoted to family, Fostering business, working together for future generations.
14. Integrated Systems Thinking 2 Growth A community that opens its doors to new residents and visitors without affecting the values and lifestyles of its current residents. Renewal A community that makes proactive decisions that use this opportunity to reverse the decline of the community and build a progressive city with a strong future. Water Treat each drop of water as a precious resource. Health Improve quality of life by promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Energy Promote a high level of efficiency in new construction and look to renewable options for generation. Wind Greensburg’s vast wind resources are part of an emerging economy and should be harvested. Built Environment Build a town that encourages interaction between residents, welcomes guests, and serves as a model community. New development should be durable, healthy, and efficient. City projects will lead the way by becoming examples of green practices that are built to last. Community A progressive community that offers urban services within the unassuming feel of a rural, Midwestern community. Family A community that provides opportunities for its young people in the way of jobs, education, and recreation as reasons to stay in Greensburg. Prosperity A community where entrepreneurial spirit, customer service, and a sustainable economy permeate the business sector and where residents, travelers, and tourists enjoy a full line of locally owned businesses that provide jobs and services to an exceptional example of small-town America. Environment A community that recognizes the importance of the natural environment and balances the need for growth and economic development with the maintenance and improvement of the environment. Affordability An up-to-date, affordable rural community where housing plans and strategies incorporate energy-efficient design and materials and serve as a regional and national model for integrating residents of all ages and needs with services of all kinds. Catalysts The rebuilding process starts with the most stimulating structures and spaces. These will spawn further growth.
15. Energy Promote a high level of efficiency in new construction and look to renewable options for generation.
38. Average % of Income Spent on Housing + Transportation transportation housing Center for Neighborhood Technology, 2010 Minneapolis / St. Paul 44% New York 47% Fargo-Moorhead 51% Denver 46% San Francisco 47% = 51%
42. 62.4% Fargo overweight + obese(vs 63.1% nationally) ½ of Fargo residents meet physical activity requirements ¼ Fargo residents eat recommended amount of fruits and vegetables
43. Residents of walkable communities are 2.4 timesmore likely to get 30 minutesa week of physical activity than residents of neighborhoods without walkable features. - Ewing & Kreutzer, 2006
56. What do you want Fargo to be like in 20 years? What is your Vision for Fargo’s Future?
57. Vision Questions What is your vision for Fargo in 2030? (25mins) What will the city be known for? What will power the economy? What will make the city a great place to live? Establish the Community Vision
58. Goals Questions How does this system relate to the vision and priorities discussion? (20 mins) What are your top three goals for this topic? (5 mins) Flood Mitigation Housing and Neighborhoods Transportation and Infrastructure Economic Development Land Use and Urban Design Energy Healthy Food and Healthy Lifestyles Natural Resources and the Environment Establish the Goals for Each “System”
Editor's Notes
Economic Diversity
4,700 acres 30% of which is reserved for park landApproximately 12 units per acre
Making us healthier, and happier.
Wild spaces (wilderness) vs. structured playground (man made)