Montco 2040:
a shared vision
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Montco 2040: A Shared Vision
is designed around three
interrelated themes.
Connected Communities
People want to be connected and part of a broader community. A key role for the county is to
help these connections occur beyond local municipal boundaries.
Connected Communities involve:
■■ Collaboration among stakeholders
■■ Improved transportation choices
■■ Trails and greenways connecting multiple places
■■ Vibrant downtowns and destinations accessible by everyone
Sustainable Places
The county is full of wonderful neighborhoods and communities. These places need to be
sustained and enhanced in a long-lasting and effective way.
Sustainable Places involve:
■■ Modernized infrastructure network
■■ Improved stormwater management
■■ Protected natural resources
■■ Opportunities for healthy lifestyles
■■ Diverse housing choices
■■ Enhanced community character
Vibrant Economy
A strong economy is critical for all places. With a vibrant economy, residents can earn and spend
more, governments can make needed infrastructure improvements, and businesses can grow.
AVibrant Economy involves:
■■ Improved transportation access
■■ Focused development
■■ Attraction and retention of businesses
■■ Flexibly adapting to changing market conditions
■■ Marketing of assets
Partnerships - Diversity - Growth - Quality Public Services - Community - Changing Demographics
Connected
Communities
Sustainable
Places
Vibrant
Economy
