MISSION
We improve the health and quality of life in Whatcom County by connecting people and information and fostering collaborative leadership and community action.
GOALS
- Enhance awareness and understanding of the broad range of factors contributing to community health
- Foster collaboration and leadership to more effectively improve community health and promote community assets
- Facilitate action to improve community health throughout our county.
VALUES
- Commitment to citizenship and involved community members.
- Accountability at the personal and institutional level.
- Respect for differences (cultural, ethnic, and political).
- Reliance on partnerships and collaboration.
- Emphasis on interactive communication and community based action.
- Commitment to prudent use of community resources.
- Use of arts, culture and recreation to support community health
improvement efforts.
VISION
Community: Whatcom County is a place
where people participate in the life of the community through such
activities as contributing resources, voting and volunteering time.
Health: Everyone in Whatcom County has access to health
care and opportunities to maintain and improve their health and
well-being.
Environment: Whatcom County is a place with a
healthy and sustainable environment where the community serves as
responsible stewards of natural resources.
Economy: Whatcom
County has a healthy, vibrant economy that provides opportunities for
future generations, and balances growth and development with environmental
sensitivity and sustainability.
Safety: Whatcom County is a
community where people feel safe and are safe in their neighborhoods,
homes, roadways and workplaces.
Education: Whatcom County
is a community where education opportunities serve the diverse needs of
all its members, as well as the community as a whole.
Transportation: Whatcom County is a community where multiple transportation options are available to allow mobility for all of our citizens and to reduce dependency on cars.
Arts and Recreation: Whatcom County is a place where there are many avenues for exploration of arts and culture as well as many recreational opportunities.
Government: Whatcom County is a community where government is responsive to its citizens and manages the public good effectively. |
