Community Plan > Goal 3: Strong Community
Goal: A walkable community with a vibrant downtown where residents can socialize and celebrate, with green businesses that meet local needs, and a responsible and efficient government that ensures the provision of community and municipal services for residents of all ages.
The establishment of a community where we feel safe, know our neighbors, and are able to participate in local educational and recreational opportunities can go a long way to improve our quality of life and foster a sense of pride in our community. There are a number of ways in which we can establish a sense of “neighborliness” that will lead to a livable and strong community in Highland Park. The creation of neighborhoods where we can safely walk and interact with our neighbors begins with mixed-use downtown corridors and shops that serve our community’s needs. Reducing the need to take trips outside of our community to shop allows us to leave our automobiles at home more often, employ more sustainable forms of transportation, and support local businesses. A strong community also has a government that supports the establishment of a strong local business base, particularly through the encouragement of neighborhood-serving and green businesses, as well as encourages citizen participation, is responsive to community needs, and strives for efficiency and sustainability.
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