Sustainable Nevada City

Our Mission

Our mission is to create a city-wide sustainability vision and develop strategies for its implementation, long term management and economic viability.

Our Vision

Economic Objectives:

- A resilient economy that provides a diversity of good economic opportunities for all citizens;
- Create local investment mechanisms that support long term vitality and financial independence;
- Workers whose knowledge and skills are globally competitive, supported by lifelong education.

Environmental Objectives:

- Healthy urban and rural watersheds and species abundance and diversity;
- Clean and sufficient water for human and natural use; and
- Efficient use and reuse of resources and elimination of harmful toxins and emissions to the environment.

Community Objectives:

- Independent and productive citizens;
- Youth who are fully supported by strong families and communities;
- Downtowns, main streets, and public spaces that are active and vital;
- Efficient and compact development that saves infrastructure investments and natural resources;
- Affordable housing available for citizens in the community.