City of Lincoln Planning Mission and Goals

Mission Statement

The Lincoln/Lancaster County Planning Department promotes and facilitates the efficient, high-quality development of the City of Lincoln and Lancaster County resulting from meaningful interaction with our customers and the community.

Mission Statement Guiding Principles

• Recognize that our customers include elected and appointed City and County officials and staff, affected outside agencies, the development community, and the public
• Work with our customers to develop high quality planning solutions
• Employ a planning process that is fair, friendly, and timely
• Encourage efficient use of land and community resources
• Actively pursue input from interested and affected parties throughout the entire community
• Facilitate economic development opportunities
• Consistently implement adopted plans and policies
• Practice professionalism in our interactions with others
• Protect and enhance the community’s unique natural and cultural resources
• Nurture the community’s sense of unity and oneness
• Anticipate future community needs
• Utilize technology in the delivery of information and services

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