The Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission periodically engages in a strategic planning effort to prioritize its activities in a manner that is consistent with its mission. This strategic plan identifies goals and objectives that guide the development of the TJPDC’s work plan and budget. The current document is intended to serve as the TJPDC’s Strategic Plan for FY 2019-23 TJPDC Strategic Plan (Adopted September 2018)
The Thomas Jefferson Sustainability Council was created in 1994 by the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission. The diverse group of farmers, business people, foresters, environmentalists, developers and elected officials – 34 citizens representing the six localities of the district – was given the charge to “describe a future where our economic, human, social, and environmental health are assured.” The Council addressed the areas of: human population, basic human needs, economic development, transportation, land development, waste, values/ethics, community awareness, interdependence/balance, government, natural environment, and agriculture/forestry. Over a four-year period and with…