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VALUES SHAPING THE VISION <br />SOCF's vision for the year 2030, as well as the goals and recommendations, reflect at their core <br />the following set of shared values. These values act as a compass, guiding our direction and <br />serving as a warning if we should run off course. They represent what we hold in high esteem, <br />and help us to define a desirable future for Orange County. <br />A Shared Set of Values: <br />Sustainable, renewable use of resources and environmental stewardship through joint <br />planning, cooperation and action. <br />Towns which are friendly and accessible, centers of education, culture, and civic life; <br />places where individuals and neighborhoods thrive along with the institutions, <br />organizations, and businesses which serve their needs. <br />AP Rural areas which retain natural, visual and economic resources by maintaining the <br />integrity of forests, streams and open space through voluntary incentives, thus preserving <br />the land's continuing potential for agriculture and other appropriate uses. <br />The development of children and youth, as well as adult citizens in various phases of <br />their lives, by providing excellent elementary and secondary education, cultural <br />experiences, and lifelong learning opportunities all of which foster intellectual, social and <br />spiritual growth, develop marketable skills, and contribute to the fulfillment of individual <br />potential. <br />A strong commitment to the well -being of all individuals, young and old, of any race or <br />ethnicity, and with any disability, by providing for basic physical and social needs, <br />including those which support children and families, in an atmosphere of safety, equity, <br />dignity, justice and economic opportunity. <br />Governance that provides necessary public services efficiently, proactively establishes <br />collaborative ties within the region and state, encourages civic participation, and is fully <br />representative of all the county's citizens, responsive to their needs, consistent and fair, <br />socially just in decision - making, and accountable for the promises and obligations <br />incurred on citizens' behalf. <br />A shared sense of community, civil, collaborative, vibrant, friendly, caring and both <br />diverse and inclusive; where citizens feel responsible to and for one another; where <br />involvement in community life is both encouraged and anticipated; where the <br />contributions of all are welcomed and respected. <br />15 <br />