12-20-16 CPAC Summary - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

The city now makes decisions about policy and investments by using a racial equity framework for the St. Louis region that was first developed in by thethe Forward through Ferguson report. Commission in 2015. Our city officials, committees and commissions now routinely apply this framework to existing and new policies and programs, which has permitted U City to create, manage, and distribute resources in a way that gives people from all racial, social and economic backgrounds the opportunity to thrive. This has resulted in the city becoming a highly desirable and appealing place to live and work for all generations. It has enabled every resident regardless of race or means a choice of a unique lifestyle because each has access to quality housing, outstanding public schools, open space and parks, vibrant businesses and a healthy environment. Our vision is that U City’s neighborhoods have becomewill be diverse and include the community anchors, supports, goods, services and amenities people need to lead healthy lives and flourish. In 2030, U City has achieved a reputation of being one of the most diverse and distinctively established communities in the region, whichthat is drawing a new generation of residents, and families and businesses through a new wave of reinvestment in all three wards. As a result, by 2030 University City has elevated its role and place within the St. Louis metropolitan area and has further advanced within the region’s conscience as is one of the defining most desirable destinations of the region. Guiding Principles The four principles guiding the development and approach to this plan are equity, sustainability, prosperity and health. NOTE: Each of these principles should be explicitly referenced in each chapter of the document, laying out clear goals, objectives and strategies that adhere to these principles, which should be stated up front on page 3 as the organizing principles. Equity Page 2 of 7