3,000+ ideas >>> 1 VISION
We spent the summer tabling, handing out postcards, hosting conversations, collecting surveys, and hearing from YOU.
You told us what you love about Woodstock and what you want for its future.
Then we read, sorted and analyzed every single idea. We grouped them and looked for the big, bold themes.
Finally, we put it all together into a draft, gathered more feedback, and pulled it all together.
Here's our vision, Woodstock.
You told us what you love about Woodstock and what you want for its future.
Then we read, sorted and analyzed every single idea. We grouped them and looked for the big, bold themes.
Finally, we put it all together into a draft, gathered more feedback, and pulled it all together.
Here's our vision, Woodstock.
Woodstock Community Vision
Woodstock will be a welcoming and creative community that balances the best of small town living and world-class opportunities for all. We commit to sustaining our unique character and quality of life – now and tomorrow.
We envision a:
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Community for All
We will value and nurture all who wish to live, work, play, shop and learn here. We will offer a year-round home and destination for diverse people. We will provide high quality, affordable housing, jobs, services and activities. We will encourage new leadership, ideas and volunteerism. |
Healthy Environment
We will protect the health of our natural and built environment. We will enhance our historic character and small town feel, our rural beauty and natural resources. We will build a stronger and more resilient Woodstock, use resources responsibly, and address our changing climate. |
Thriving Local Economy
We will grow a diverse local economy around our unique village and community assets. We will support our local businesses and entrepreneurs, create good jobs with livable wages, and protect our iconic village. We will provide diverse offerings for residents, visitors, and nearby towns. |
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To achieve this vision, we will value and work toward:
Activity & Creativity There are diverse arts and cultural events, shopping and restaurants, recreation and opportunities to strengthen our minds and bodies. Affordability & Accessibility We offer housing, food, recreation, transportation, childcare and shopping options to fit all budgets and needs. Diversity & Friendliness We are a diverse community. All ages, income levels, abilities, races and ethnicities, genders and sexualities are welcomed, included, and have equitable opportunities. Leadership & Volunteerism We have a culture of leadership and volunteerism, transparency and collaboration. We have a strong local government, civic organizations and grassroots efforts. |
Local Businesses & Entrepreneurship We support our local businesses and they offer good jobs. Businesses offer diverse services for residents, visitors, and surrounding towns. Natural Resources & Landscapes We work together for clean and healthy land, water, air, plants and wildlife, and access to open space. We take action to reduce our impact on the climate and natural resources. Small Town Character We treasure our history, traditions, and iconic landmarks. We maintain a safe, quiet community with a beautiful and walkable village center. Strong Institutions & Services We offer quality schools, healthcare facilities, social services, libraries and cultural facilities. We have good roads, utilities and transportation options. |
What Your Neighbors Thought
We took the draft vision out to the Celebrate Our Community Picnic and the Norman Williams Public Library to ask people what they thought. Here's a snapshot of the input we heard.
