Regional Goals

No one regional goal can be successfully implemented in isolation. Rather, Imagine 2050 recognizes the interconnectedness of the goals and the importance of integrated approaches and collaboration with partners to realize the intended outcomes.

It is in the intersection of the regional goals where there is the potential to have the greatest impact on the region. Click on a regional goal to learn more about the goal, the related objectives, policies and actions that aim to achieve it, our commitments that serve as our evaluation criteria, and the related frameworks we use to guide our work.

Equitable and inclusive region

Our region is equitable and inclusive. Racial inequities and injustices experienced by historically marginalized communities have been eliminated; and all people feel welcome, included, and empowered.

Healthy and safe communities

Our communities are healthy and safe. All our region’s residents live healthy and rewarding lives with a sense of dignity and wellbeing.

Dynamic and resilient region

Our region is dynamic and resilient Our region meets the opportunities and challenges faced by our communities and economy including issues of choice, access, and affordability.

Lead on climate

We lead on addressing climate change We have mitigated greenhouse gas emissions and have adapted to ensure our communities and systems are resilient to climate impacts.

Natural systems

We protect and restore natural systems We protect, integrate, and restore natural systems to protect habitat and ensure a high quality of life for the people of our region.