Arlington Comprehensive Plan Update Adopted 3-17-2015 | Page 27

Guiding Principles
Throughout the planning process, common themes emerged. These five themes
serve as guiding principles for the city’s Comprehensive Plan as we strive to
ensure that Arlington is a beautiful, clean, safe and fun place widely recognized
as the most desirable location in North Texas to live, learn, work and do business;
and is a diverse community where residents want to stay, businesses thrive and
to which visitors and our children want to return. These themes confirm the
various issues, emerging trends and priorities previously noted.
Build on our Assets – Arlington has substantial assets and it is imperative that
we take advantage of the many strengths and opportunities the city offers.
Diversity – By embracing and leveraging our diversity, we can enrich our
collective cultural and social experience and reach.
Choice – Offering choices in housing, transportation, business opportunities,
and recreational amenities makes Arlington a more appealing city.
Connectivity – Connecting people and places helps build social ties and
improve overall quality of life.
Engagement – Engaged citizens help develop those ideas and solutions that
best respond to their needs and circumstances. It helps build trust and a sense
of community within the city.

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