1. Improve the neighborhood economy and empower local residents by encouraging the <br />growth and creation of local businesses. <br />2. Promote redevelopment that enhances the character of our neighborhood while increasing <br />access to daily needs. <br />3. Promote living wage employment and business ownership opportunities within the <br />neighborhood. <br />4. Promote connected and efficient multi-modal transportation options that support economic <br />opportunities within River Road and Santa Clara. <br />5. Improve and promote a transportation system that is affordable, environmentally <br />responsible and transitions to zero carbon. <br />6. Promote safe, accessible and efficient transportation for all. <br />7. Ensure that natural areas are healthy, thriving spaces with habitat for native species and <br />provide natural infrastructure. <br />8. Provide neighborhood access to recreational opportunities, parks, and community centers. <br />9. Ensure the Willamette River is a vital and accessible part of the neighborhoods. <br />10. Preserve agricultural land and open spaces within and around our neighborhood <br />boundaries. <br />11. Support development that is well designed, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. <br />12. Ensure that future housing addresses the needs of our community. <br />13. Support a thriving, vibrant and active mixed neighborhood centers along the River Road <br />corridor. <br />14. Promote land use and development that protects and enhances neighborhood character. <br />15. Ensure our community is welcoming and inclusive. <br />16. Foster collaborative relationships to build a stronger and more resilient community. <br />17. Empower citizens to jointly create a strong sense of community. <br />18. Provide public services appropriate to the needs of the community. <br />19. Increase resilience in local food, water, and disaster preparedness systems necessary for <br />human health and wellbeing. <br />November 19, 2018, Work Session – Item 2