Vision Statement 1

We are a livable city in a great metropolitan area. We are a city of mixed-uses (live, learn, work, play) and diverse urban design that will become known as the “Marietta Look.” We have a well-defined, vibrant downtown, and neighborhoods that mix residences, parks and greenspaces, and businesses.

Goals

Goal 1.1: Design and build the “Marietta Look” that establishes and promotes a high-quality city brand.

Goal 1.2: Provide guidance to help developers understand the look we are trying to achieve.

Goal 1.3: Continue collaborative relationships with local centers of higher learning, particularly Chattahoochee Technical College, Kennesaw State University – Marietta Campus, and Life University.

Goal 1.4: Have vibrant centers that support retail, offices, entertainment, and residences.

Goal 1.5: Pursue appropriate signage throughout the city.

Goal 1.6: Establish aesthetically pleasing roads and gateways.

Goal 1.7: Continue to develop visuals that display what we want the future appearance of the city to be.

Goal 1.8: Continue quality zoning and development that will benefit generations to come.

Goal 1.9: Maintain high quality parks, both active and passive, while continuously adapting to the future needs and wants of the community.

Goal 1.10: Establish good and continuous tree coverage and canopy.

Goal 1.11: Ensure the zoning ordinance is updated to reflect best practices in zoning that promote positive economic development and quality growth.

Goal 1.12: Strive for code compliance in improving the appearance of the city.