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Mission - Why was the Authority created?
The mission, or purpose of a strategic plan outlines the reason for developing the plan. It identifies which tasks are required to be accomplished as a result of completing the planning process. In this instance, Senate Bill 383 as adopted by the 69th Session of the Nevada Legislature, provides clear direction with respect to the mission of the Authority. It answers the question: “Why were we created?”
As stated in SB 383, the mission of the Southern Nevada Strategic Planning Authority is to:
(1) Identify and evaluate the needs of Clark County relating to its growth to determine if they are sufficient to meet the needs and address the expected amount of growth of Clark County over the next 20 years;
(2) Prioritize the objectives and strategies relating to the growth of Clark County; and
(3) Recommend to the 70th Session of the Nevada Legislature strategies for meeting the growth needs and objectives of Clark County.
Vision - What do we want Southern Nevada to be 20 years from now?
Vision statements are descriptions of a realistic, desired future. They are intended to paint a clear picture of a point a significant distance away. In the case of the Strategic Planning Authority’s strategic plan, the time frame is 20 years. It answers the question, “What do we want to be 20 years from now?”
The Authority members realized that they needed to make a dynamic statement of what they believe describes the desired future for Southern Nevada. These carefully chosen words send a strong, clear message about what the Authority members believe can truly be achieved. After lengthy discussions, the Authority reached consensus on a regional vision as follows:
The vision of the Southern Nevada region is to be a dynamic, healthy environment where a diverse population has the freedom to live, work, obtain a quality education, and select from a variety of occupational, recreational, and cultural opportunities. The region’s independent and diverse communities will collaboratively strive to provide quality, fiscally-responsible, and orderly development that enhances the quality of life of its citizens.
Statement of Principles - What is important to Southern Nevadans? What do we stand for?
Authority members recognized that equally important to a clear vision is a commitment to a common set of values and assumptions in support of their vision. The Statement of Principles identified by the Authority sets the course toward the desired future. Principles answer the questions: “What do we stand for?” and “What’s important to us?”
The following supporting Statement of Principles was adopted by the Authority:
The residents of Southern Nevada expect and deserve a thriving economic environment where reliable sources of income and business opportunities are available for a diverse population.
Southern Nevada’s primary economic base is the gaming/tourism industry, presenting challenges and opportunities which impact residents, businesses and industries and the physical environment within the region, including maintaining Las Vegas’ standing as an internationally recognized tourist destination.
Southern Nevada residents and visitors expect and deserve clean air, clean water, safe streets and neighborhoods, and affordable places to live, shop and play.
Southern Nevada’s foundation is the ability to provide diverse choices and opportunities for success for all residents.
The people of Southern Nevada, as represented by local government leadership, should provide the key building blocks for the desired future for Southern Nevada by promoting regional collaboration, community involvement, and effective development strategies to truly make a difference together and preserve the unique, independent character of their communities.
Southern Nevada residents are recognized as “can-do” individuals, reflecting a desire to remember and promote the region’s strong pioneer heritage and entrepreneurial spirit.
Southern Nevada should be recognized for education systems and standards which excel at a national level, resulting in a productive, involved and informed citizenry.
Southern Nevada enjoys an excellent climate with a variety of options for recreation and entertainment for all residents.
Southern Nevada’s climate, geography, and land use patterns present significant challenges in preserving the supply of limited natural resources when confronted with the area’s continued population growth.
Southern Nevada taxpayers expect a high level of value in the quality of services they receive.
Southern Nevada’s tax structure should assist businessand citizen success and be shared by all stakeholders.
Southern Nevada’s successful economic diversification in the 21stcentury depends on state-of-the-art technology such as telecommunications.
It is these most important principles which set forth the desired future and form the basis of the conclusions and planning recommendations contained herein.