Community Vision :

A vision statement identifies where an organization (the City of Monroe) intends to be in the future and how to best meet the future needs of its stakeholders: citizens. The vision statement incorporates a shared understanding of the nature and purpose of the organization and uses this understanding to move towards a greater purpose together. SWWRPC, in conjunction with UWEX-Green County, sponsored visioning sessions for each jurisdiction in the autumn and winter of 2003-2004. The City of Monroe's Planning Commission utilized the visioning information from these sessions to create a formal vision statement. The vision statement for the City of Monroe is: The City Of Monroe: Continues to protect and enhance the historical value of its courthouse square; while providing opportunities for compatible and cooperating businesses that make the downtown a viable center for commerce and tourism. Serves as a strong regional trade center. Provides opportunity for entrepreneurship for companies, large and small, who demonstrate that doing well and doing good are not different. Continues to build upon our historical and ethnic traditions to enhance our reputation as a destination city for tourists. Provides the sense of community that permits and facilitates personal pride, a spirit of volunteerism and where residents act as strong Adopted Plan December 6, 2005 7 of 188 Issues and Opportunities City of Monroe community advocates. Encourages the availability of an appropriate mix of housing; and city ordinances encourage the orderly development of new housing in the form of both residential homes and apartments. Developer, home owner, landlord and tenant are all dedicated to the preservation of Monroe as a community where you can raise a family, earn a living and ultimately retire. Strives to maintain a strong population base while enhancing a positive environment, which encourages educational opportunities through high school and beyond. Encourages the preservation and availability of green space as buffer zones and as green areas, which provide varied recreational opportunities. Works cooperatively with all governmental units to ensure orderly development with resultant mutual benefit and shared fiscal responsibility.