We believe that all groups should have equal access to the planning process to be able to influence decision makers on planning issues.

We believe that citizens of the community must ultimately determine its vision and that the planners' role is to help them define it and work toward achieving it. The community's vision should be expressed in the General Plan.

We believe that planning should focus on actions that improve the quality of life for all in the community.

We believe that adopted plans must provide overall direction based on the most current knowledge and city policies.

We believe that planning must provide the community with a sense of certainty and predictability.

We believe that planners must identify both the short-term and long-range impacts of planning decisions.

We believe that planners should identify the cumulative effects of individual decisions on the physical, economic and social environment.

We believe that we have a responsibility to provide excellent customer service.

We believe in continual self-development to improve our skills and effectiveness.