Quality of Life Plan for Opportunity Neighborhoods

Through the Opportunity Neighborhoods Initiative’s eight-month Quality
of Life planning process, which was just as important as the Plan itself,
almost two hundred residents of all ages, as well as other stakeholders,
worked collaboratively to prioritize goals and activities that are important,
urgent, and achievable for those living in the Opportunity Corridor.
Everything included in the Plan reflects residents’ opinions and input; this
was an intentional and iterative process that generated new dialogue
among neighbors as they led the process and the development of content.
In this Plan, neighbors are equal partners in decision-making processes
for issues that are most likely to impact them. This Plan comes from a
bold vision shared by residents, nonprofits, local government, and others
interested in Opportunity Neighborhoods’ wellbeing. It is intended to be
a guide for all sectors and residents to work together to
create a truly vibrant corridor: a great place to live, learn,
raise a family, worship, work, do business, and visit.
The document describes actionable steps and the collaboration needed in
order to make that a reality.
8
Months
200
Residents &
Stakeholders
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