Smyrna Vision Mission Statement:

Smyrna will achieve the highest levels of community attachment and commitment by: 

• Providing academic excellence for our children
• Fully involving our citizens in all aspects of the community
• Creating leadership opportunities for all residents
• Establishing high expectations for our quality of life and place
• Creating a strong image and identity

Background Information on the process:

Phase 1: Community Assessment

The original community assessments were completed in 2014 and consisted of 20 one-on-one individual interviews, 13 focus groups, and an online survey that reached 1,763 people. This research revealed a number of “storylines” from citizens and helped guide the formation of the Vision Plan.

Phase 2: Smyrna’s Vision Plan

The Vision Plan, consisting of 16 overarching goals for the City and 52 concrete initiatives, was informed by and reflective of the community input, research findings, and discussions with community stakeholders.

Phase 3: Implementation

Timely and effective implementation is critical to the ultimate success of Smyrna’s Vision. The implementation process has been divided into five main focus areas but all are important:

• Quality of Place
• Image and Identity
• Involvement and Leadership
• Community and Economic Development
• Smyrna’s Schools

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