A. Support development
patterns that will maintain the historic character of the region;
namely urban centers and villages separated by rural countryside.
B. Encourage a strong and diverse economy that provides economic opportunity,
satisfying and rewarding employment, improved income and economic
growth.
C. Assist in providing access to educational and vocational training
opportunities that will foster full realization of the abilities of
the population in the region.
D. Facilitate a transportation system that balances the goals of safety,
convenience, cost, energy efficiency, environmental protection, economic
growth and recreation.
E. Protect important natural and historic features of the region's
landscape.
F. Protect, and where conditions are substandard enhance the quality
of air, water, wildlife and land resources, as they exist independently
and in relation to one another.
G. Encourage conservation and efficient use of energy and the development
of renewable energy resources.
H. Maintain and enhance recreational opportunities for Vermont residents
and visitors.
I. Strengthen diversified sustainable agricultural and forest industries.
J. Support the economic vitality of the region's downtowns.
K. Encourage the efficient use of the region's natural resources and
the appropriate extraction of earth resources and the proper restoration
of the aesthetic qualities of the area.
L. Encourage the availability of safe and affordable housing.
M. Support an efficient system of public facilities and services to
meet future needs.
