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RESOLUTION 98-37
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING GOALS FOR THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
WHEREAS, The Mayor and City Council of North Richland Hills believe it is
essential to look forward and plan for a quality development; and
WHEREAS, The Mayor and City Council further believe that to move forward and
address future needs of citizens and the community it is important to establish a
"roadmap", or goals; and
WHEREAS, The Mayor and City Council set forth to plan for the future by
participating in a Goals Retreat on June 19 and 20, 1998; and
WHEREAS, The purpose of the retreat was to create a vision and to establish
desired goals for the community and city government to work towards; and
WHEREAS, The Mayor and Council worked collectively to develop the goals;
and
WHEREAS, The Mayor and Council understand that with a changing
environment it is necessary to annually review the goals to assure that they address the
needs and desires of the community and remain current; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS HEREBY
RESOLVES:
That the vision of the City of North Richland Hills shall be:
"The City of Choice For Families-
To Live
To Work
To Play"
And furthermore, the following goals shall be established as North Richland Hills
moves toward the year 2008:
Goal 1:
People feeling safe and secure
· Low crime rate, low fire loss, favorable ISO rating
· People feeling safe any place any time: public perception
· Safe schools and community for youth
· Active presence in the community - high police visibility, work with citizens in a
preventive approach
· Safe streets
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Goal 2:
Quality development and planning through buildout
· Raised standards: streetscape, zoning, codes, landscaping
· Balanced mixed use development integrating residential and commercial
· Effective code enforcement - maintaining and enhancing quality and residential
· Revitalized older areas of City - commercial and residential
· Plans and zoning reflect City goals
· Protection of home value and ownership
· Community pride and identity - increase our image to ourselves (community) and
others outside
Goal 3:
Self sustaining local economy
· Expanded diversified tax base, reducing the burden on homeowners
· Successful Town Center- community focal point
· Retention of local business
· Redevelopment and revitalized commercial areas, including the mall and
commercial strips
· Attractive high quality business along major corridors (Interstate/highways)
· Work through public private partnerships
· International relations/business/cultural exchange (sister cities)
Goal 4:
Financially sound city government providing cost effective
services affordable for our citizens
· Lower tax rate for homeowners diversified sources of revenues
· Reduced/minimal debt-strong financial resources
· Well maintained City facilities and infrastructure
· Valuing municipal employees
· Strive for excellence in all that we do
· Cost effective and quality delivery of quality services
· Use of community resources - private sector, community organizations, citizens
GoalS:
A variety of amenities for families - recreational, leisure,
cultural, and educational.
· Range of recreational programs available for all ages provided by City and
private sector.
· Strong library as an educational/learning center and informational center
· Expanded cultural opportunities-work with the private sector and community
· Quality parks, open space and trails available to citizens
· Strong support and partnership with the community
· Recognize regional resource - financial break for our citizens. Tap our
community resources for priority and productive approach
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Goal 6:
Effective transportation system for moving people and
integrating multiple modes
· Well maintained quality streets for city, county and state.
· Effective use of rail as a link to the Metroplex.
· Expand use of trails as a mode of transportation
· Reduced congestion on major interstate/highways
· Improved traffic safety
· New financial methods on major projects
The City Manager and all Departments, as well as citizen boards and commissions, are
hereby requested to use these Goals as they plan and address needs and activities in
North Richland Hills.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 24th day of August, 1998.
ATTEST:
Patricia Hutson, City Secretary
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