our community is a show place of care, attention, history and heritage

people here believe that something worth doing is worth doing right

in addition to brick & mortar investments, all decisions are made with an outlook on the future.

even the most powerful of opinion leaders seem to work toward building consensus

the stress is on working together toward a common goal and the focus is on positive results

our community builds on strengths and minimizes weaknesses

local loyalty is emphasized, but our community knows our competitors and we position ourselves accordingly

relative location and available natural resources underscore decision-making

there is an organized, public/private approach to economic development

people under 40 regularly hold key positions in civic and business affairs

women are elected officials, managers and entrepreneurial developers

good schools are the norm, and centers of community activity

health care is considered essential, and smart strategies are in place for diverse methods of delivery

activities include younger as well as older generations

churches, schools, & service clubs are strong influences on community development and social activities

leaders work hard to maintain and improve streets, sidewalks, water systems and sewage facilities

frugality is a way of life; expenditures are treated as "investments"

leaders access information that is beyond the knowledge base available in the community

people seek outside help for community needs, and many compete for government grants and contracts for economic and social programs

we believe destiny is in our own hands; making our community a good place is a pro-active assignment, and we willingly accept it