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VISION 2040

FROM WHAT WE TREASURE TODAY ... … TO WHAT WE STRIVE FOR GOING FORWARD

Littleton will continue to be a hometown community that We recognize that our vision for Littleton’s future is framed
is widely known and envied as a city with “strong bones.” differently than many communities as we are a largely built-out
Among the features that earn Littleton this reputation are city. As we focus on managing change amid this reality, we
its historic and vibrant downtown, its light rail transit link to envision a Littleton in 2040 that has:
the Denver region, and its distinguishing yet often unseen ` Maintained the integrity of its established neighborhoods
natural asset, the South Platte River. Along with the and historic areas.
highly utilized greenway, trails, and preserves that frame ` Protected its cherished natural setting in harmony with new
the Platte, residents and visitors also prize the High Line development and redevelopment.
Canal Trail that weaves through the city.
` Ensured that reinvestment in the community, whether in
Littleton will especially be held up as the “real thing” when Littleton’s legacy housing stock or along its commercial
it comes to maintaining a sense of community among its corridors, has met local expectations for quality and
residents and managing the essential physical traits that compatibility with its surroundings.
define community character, neighborhood by distinct ` Made itself even safer and more accessible for all the ways
neighborhood. that people navigate through and within Littleton.

It will remain a place where nature and city living ` Achieved a higher standard for cleanliness and burnished
intersect, can both be enjoyed, and are guarded with a its appeal as a place with strikingly beautiful vistas.
fierce sense of stewardship. ` Secured the long-term sustainability of city finances to
continue providing its citizens the best in public services.

VALUES

In listening to stories and memories about Littleton, along with residents’ desires and concerns for its future, the following
values came through consistently. The bulleted items under each are examples of how those expressing such values
related them to their own experience of or pride in Littleton. Many communities share common values, issues, and
priorities (e.g., to be a safe place). Littleton’s core values include a passion for and/or commitment to:

LOCAL HISTORY BEING INCLUSIVE INTEGRITY
` Preserve and celebrate it ` Age, race, income, and faith ` Of community and neighborhood
` Highlight and tie it to our identity diversity character
and events ` Housing options ` Of natural resources and open
` Origin as own town, rural and later ` Neighbors knowing neighbors space endowment
suburban heritage ` Caring for those in need ` Of architectural heritage and
` Build on accomplishments of past ` Welcoming to families, landmarks
eras and leaders newcomers, and visitors ` Of governance and open, inclusive
processes
THE OUTDOORS BEING A MODEL COMMUNITY
` Health and fitness focus ` Leader among metro and QUALITY
` Front Range proximity Colorado cities ` Schools
` Stewardship of river and open ` High in livability, family-friendly, ` Built environment
space assets and other rankings ` Air and water
` Partnerships with other public ` Open space
agencies ` Public services
CIVIC INVOLVEMENT SAFETY
` Being informed citizens ` Pedestrian/cyclist/driver safety
ADOPTED ` Having a voice in city government ` Security from crime
Envision Report ` Volunteer service ` Child protection

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