Quality of Life ( QL )
GOAL STATEMENT : Foster a safe and welcoming community with access to a wide range of opportunities and amenities
OBJECTIVE 1 : Provide a safe and inviting community
Initiative 1 : Continue and expand public safety initiatives beyond traditional law enforcement , including service programs , safety initiatives and citizens academies
Initiative 2 : Promote and expand beautification programs in key corridors
Initiative 3 : Work collaboratively with property owners to maintain or revitalize properties
OBJECTIVE 2 : Support and encourage an active and engaged citizenry
Initiative 1 : Offer opportunities for citizens to be better educated about and participate in local government
Initiative 2 : Promote opportunities to participate on boards and commissions .
Initiative 3 : Continue and enhance marketing and promotions to engage Town citizens
OBJECTIVE 3 : Embrace diversity and be responsive to the changing demographics of the community
Initiative 1 : Engage underrepresented communities and entrepreneurs
Initiative 2 : Support and enhance services for aging population
Initiative 3 : Encourage broad-based participation in educational , civic and leadership opportunities
OBJECTIVE 4 : Provide a broad mix of arts , leisure and recreation opportunities
Initiative 1 : Explore options for open space and facilities in growth areas
Initiative 2 : Develop long-range planning to meet the needs of an active , growing and diverse community
Initiative 3 : Maintain Garner Performing Arts Center as a regional arts and cultural hub and expand programming