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Metro goals

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Learn how Metro goals contribute to desired regional outcomes. These goals guide Metro's work and inspire collaboration with local governments, stakeholder groups, community leaders and the people of the region.

The following Metro goals were developed with an expectation that they are achieved through collaboration among local governments, stakeholder groups, community and business leaders, the region's residents and Metro employees. The goals are represented in the Metro budget and quarterly management reports.

Goal 1: Great communities

Guide growth in an economically vibrant, sustainable and compact metropolitan structure which provides access to jobs, services, centers, as well as great cultural and recreational opportunities.

Goal 2: Healthy environment

Protect and enhance the region’s natural assets and ensure that we reduce waste.

Goal 3: Vital economy

Contribute to a vital economy by providing highly valued, economically sustainable services at a regional scale.

Goal 4: Responsible operations

Use best business practices to operate Metro sustainably, effectively and efficiently. Metro will be recognized as an innovative leader in the region. Metro conducts its business in ways that put limited resources to their best use, that promote sustainable practices and that support Metro’s regional goals in the most efficient and effective way possible.

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Metro management reports

Get a high level overview of Metro's performance by viewing management reports.

Management and work teams

Meet the chief operating officer, learn about Metro's structure and find contact information for work team directors and other key staff.

Metro's current budget

Download Metro's adopted budget for FY 2011-12.

Regional values

What are we trying to accomplish?

Vibrant communities – People live, work and play in vibrant communities where their everyday needs are easily accessible.

Economic prosperity – Current and future residents benefit from the region’s sustained economic competitiveness and prosperity.

Safe and reliable transportation – People have safe and reliable transportation choices that enhance their quality of life.

Environmental leadership – The region is a leader in minimizing contributions to global warming.

Clean air and water – Current and future generations enjoy clean air, clean water and healthy ecosystems.

Equity – The benefits and burdens of growth and change are distributed equitably.

Learn more about the regional values

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