Our Vision

THE VISION STATEMENT

In 2010, we are proud of what we have in Prince George’s—our people, communities, cultural and historical heritage; our natural, recreational, business, and transportation resources; our higher education institutions; our proximity to Washington, D.C.—the world’s most powerful political capital and its surrounding region. We will build on all of these attributes to achieve the following vision over the next 20 years:

  • We LIVE in safe and flourishing communities that have quality housing, affordable to all, healthy surroundings, and abundant amenities, services, schools and jobs. Our communities continue to include a diverse mix of new and existing residents and families of all ethnicities, incomes, and ages with great access to quality health care.
  • We WORK in a thriving economy, in balance with the natural environment, with ample jobs in the county for county residents. The county capitalizes on: new and existing industries that meet the needs of a globalized economy, including green and other cutting-edge technologies; systems that access and deliver renewable energy, and higher education and federal hubs and the industries and businesses that grow around them. We are known nationally as a great place to live and work.
  • We LEARN in a culture that emphasizes lifelong learning, with one of the best systems of Pre-K to graduate education in the country, including a high performing public school district, a world class center for higher education institutions, career and technical training programs, a strong focus on multi-lingual education and other learning activities for everyone.
  • We SERVE the needs and aspirations of our residents with a responsive government, thriving nonprofit and business sectors, an active faith-based community, excellence in public safety; high levels of citizen, resident, and youth engagement; and robust community service. We work in powerful, effective, and inclusive ways to address our differences and make effective public decisions that are accountable and benefit all.
  • We ENJOY Prince George’s County, with its expanded network of recreational facilities and activities, entertainment opportunities, tourist destinations, unique heritage sites, wide array of parks and open spaces, and a vibrant arts community, all of which increase the quality of life  for our residents and visitors.
  • We SUSTAIN our county with greener communities, protected natural resources and rural areas, transit-oriented development, green jobs and other sustainable development practices. We proudly utilize resources in ways that allow our people and communities to meet their current needs while ensuring that those of future generations of Prince Georgians are also met. We have the will, the capacity, and the resources to fully implement the vision for the next decade and beyond.

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