Region 2020

Region 2020's Goals and Strategies

"A region ... that protects, preserves, enhances and conserves its natural resources and its native biodiversity ... that actively supports and promotes cultural diversity... that provides superior educational opportunities for all citizens (regardless of age, race, ability and gender) .... that has an affordable, accessible, safe and efficient public transportation network ... that is rich in strong, diverse, beautiful and safe neighborhoods, towns and cities in which to live and work .... that provides enhanced employment opportunities for residents of all ages ... that fosters cooperation; promotes efficiency, shares resources and engages in regional issues while maintaining local identity ... that is recognized for its loving, respectful, and responsible citizens who work for racial harmony."

-- Region 2020 Goals, From the "Book on Region 2020"

Noble Street, downtown Anniston

As part of the Region 2020 visioning process, thousands of citizens identified 34 goals for improving quality of life in the region, and 217 strategies for helping achieve those goals, which together made up a comprehensive community agenda. A series of action steps to accomplish the goals also were identified, along with Region 2020’s role in implementation.

Since 1998 when the goals and strategies were identified, Region 2020’s mission has been to work with others in the 12-county region to accomplish the goals. Region 2020 serves primarily as catalyst, convener and/or facilitator, bringing people together and resources who can help improve quality of life in the region.

The initiatives are in the following areas:

• Clean Air and Water
• Waste Management
• Preservation of Natural Resources
• Greenbelts, Parks, and Trails
• Culture and the Arts
• Recreation
• Events and Programs
• Professional Development in Education
• Education Technology and Facilities
• Education Curriculum
• Transportation Systems
• Transportation Infrastructure and Facilities
• Mass Transit
• Historic Preservation
• Downtowns
• Beautification
• Neighborhoods and Communities
• Planning and Zoning
• Economic Development
• Jobs
• Mentoring and Training
• Social Services
• Family and Parenting
• Housing
• Human and Race Relations
• Youth
• Seniors
• Health and Wellness
• Law Enforcement, Crime and Safety
• Government Services
• Drugs
• Structure of Government and Services
• Leadership
• Citizen Involvement

Click here for a complete list of the 34 goals »

Click here for a complete list of the 217 strategies (PDF) »

Click here to go to "Goals and Strategies" section of "The Book on Region 2020" »

Click here for a more detailed history of the process used to identify the goals and strategies for the region »