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Grenada County Build Better Together 2040 Plan

Introduction

With this new 2040 Plan, Grenada County and its numerous partner agencies and organizations will have an
essential new document that should be frequently referred to for guidance in community decision-making. The
Plan should be a “living document” that is responsive to ongoing change. Its key planning considerations, goals
and action strategies must be revisited periodically to ensure that the Plan is providing clear and reliable
direction on a range of matters including land
development issues and public investments in Why This Final Plan Section
infrastructure and services. is Important for Grenada County
Plan implementation goes well beyond just a  Emphasizes the importance of not only creating a
list of action items. It is a challenging process plan but translating it into real action and
that will require the commitment of the area’s tangible, beneficial results.
elected and appointed officials, staff, residents,  Adds a shorter-term strategic perspective to
business owners, major institutions, other what is otherwise intended as a guide to Grenada
levels of government and other organizations County’s long-term enhancement over the next
and individuals who will serve as champions of 20 years.
the Plan and its particular direction and
strategies. Equally important are formalized  Includes a list of priority actions for Grenada
procedures for the ongoing monitoring and County and City and other plan implementation
partners to focus on during the next several years
reporting of successes achieved, difficulties
encountered and new opportunities and after Plan adoption.
challenges that have emerged since plan  Underscores the need to keep the Plan fresh and
adoption. This is in addition to any other relevant through annual review and reporting
change in circumstances, which may require procedures and periodic updates.
rethinking of plan priorities. Scheduled Plan  Advocates for ongoing community engagement
evaluations and updates, as described later in as the Plan is implemented.
this section, will help maintain its relevance
and credibility as an overarching policy and action guide.

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