HomeMy WebLinkAboutWestlake Community Vision Values Mission Statements July 28 2008Westlake Community Vision
Westlake is a one- of- a kind community; an oasis with rolling hills, grazing longhorns,
and soaring red-tailed hawks, located in the heart of the Fort Worth -Dallas metropolitan area.
Inviting neighborhoods and architecturally vibrant corporate campuses find harmony
among our meandering roads and trails, lined with native oaks and stone walls.
We are leaders. In education we are known for our innovative partnerships between the
Town -Owned Charter School and its corporate neighbors. We are environmental stewards —
exemplifying the highest standards.
Hospitality finds its home in Westlake. As a community, we are fully involved and
invested in our rich heritage, dynamic present and exciting, sustainable future.
Mission
On behalf of the citizens, the mission of the Town of Westlake is to be a one of a kind
community that blends our rural atmosphere with our rich culture and urban location.
Community Values
As a community, Westlake values reflect:
• Innovation
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• A strong knowledge/education base
• Being friendly and welcoming
• Family focus
• Engaged citizens
• A unique rural setting emphasizing preservation of our natural beauty
• Aesthetic appeal and high development standards
Vision Point: Inviting Residential and Corporate Neighborhoods
The Town of Westlake enjoys inviting neighborhoods. We are a one -of -a kind
community. Westlake is an oasis with rolling hills that blends grazing longhorns and soaring
red-tailed hawks with inviting neighborhoods as well as architecturally vibrant corporate
campuses that find harmony along our meandering roads and trails, lined with native oaks and
stone walls.
Key Result Areas supporting this vision point:
• On-going comprehensive planning
• Sensitivity to neighborhood integrity
• Outstanding community appearance
• Highest quality development and aesthetic standards
• Open space preservation
Vision Point: We are Leaders
In education we are known for our innovative partnerships between the Town -owned charter
school and its corporate neighbors. We are environmental stewards — exemplifying the highest
standards.
Key Result Areas supporting this vision point:
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• Premier educational facilities and programs
• Producing well educated future leaders and thinkers
• Business partnerships with the Town andWestlake Academy
• Environmental stewardship initiatives
• High quality services delivery coupled with financial stewardship
• Infrastructure maintenance and planning
Vision Point: Hospitality Finds Its Home in Westlake
As a community, we are fully involved and invested in our rich heritage, dynamic present and
exciting, sustainable future.
Key Result Areas supporting this vision point:
• Citizen engagement and communication
• Historic Preservation
• Tourism development
• Arts and culture
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