These Inputs Lead to Six Values that Serve as the Foundation for our Vision

  • Friendly
  • Being with Family
  • Cultural diversity
  • Inclusion
  • Value All 
  • Demographic shifts (increasing diversity) – Growing quest for inclusion and equity
  • The end of the “Neutral Zone” – either racists or anti-racists
  • The rise of corporate social responsibility
  • Sea level rise
  • Outdoors
  • Water/Beaches
  • Safety/Low Crime
  • History – 400 years
  • Science and Technology
  • Port
  • Military-friendly
  • Stronger Together Trend
  • New economic measures for an entire community. (The economy of well-being – Mark Anielski)
  • Work virtually – More people placing more importance on place factors in their decision on where to live