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Provide a safe and friendly community environment
Protect the vitality of neighborhoods
Encourage citizen involvement
Support and develop arts and culture in Bedford

Strategic Focus Areas

• Area 1 – Revitalization
Revitalized storefronts, streets, and neighborhoods attract future residents and
businesses to the community. Thriving commercial centers enhance Bedford’s
image and should be reflective of the City’s collective social and economic
aspirations. Attracting unique businesses will demonstrate how Bedford is distinct
from other communities.
o Strategic Initiatives
 Promote underutilized property, transforming key commercial
nodes into unique destinations.
 Develop a neighborhood reinvestment strategy.
 Align policies and codes with a redevelopment strategy.
 Change/Improve the aesthetics of the City.

• Area 2 – Economic Vitality
The promotion of high-quality economic growth and business development that
expands and diversifies the tax base and will enhance the quality of life for Bedford
residents.
o Strategic Initiatives
 Diversity the City’s economic base.
 Support the retention and expansion of Bedford employers.
 Capitalize on Bedford’s reputation for exceptional community
events.

• Area 3 – Transformation
Bedford is committed to cultivating vibrant, unique spaces that enhance the
community and attract and benefit residents, businesses, and visitors.
o Strategic Initiatives
 Establish a strategic vision and plan that create a distinct destination
through catalyst projects.
 Develop a system for sustainable infrastructure.
 Enhance public safety in the community.
 Transform fiscal practices to create a sustainable financial future.

• Area 4 – Organizational Excellence
Excellent performance requires aligning efforts that drive internal effectiveness
with those that create external impact. Bedford is committed to becoming a

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