region 2020: what's possible

Region 2020 is a leading advocate for regional cooperation and citizen involvement in Central Alabama. The organization seeks to dramatically improve quality of life in areas such as the environment, education, affordable housing, transportation, and the arts.

In 1997, Region 2020 asked citizens across a 12-county region in Central Alabama how they would envision their region in the year 2020. They answered with a vision of a region that:

• values and preserves its natural resources;
• promotes cultural diversity;
• provides superior educational opportunities;
• offers quality affordable housing;
• has an efficient, reliable transportation network linking the region;
• is rich in diverse, safe and beautiful neighborhoods;
• is a leader in economic development and job creation;
• fosters cooperation;
• promotes efficiencies and engages in regional issues while maintaining local identity.

Honoring that vision, Region 2020 developed a roadmap for change and is working on regional projects that move our region forward and closer to the citizens’ vision.