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Vision Joplin 2022
The topics are listed in the tabs below, along with additional details for each area.
Mission: to support the citizens' desire for Quality Schools by developing a community of learners rooted in strong communications, collaboration, critical thinking, and creative thought to ensure an engaged and informed community.
Team Leaders: Dr. Brad Hodson and Dr. Norman Ridder
Mission: to support the citizens' desire for a Well-Governed City through long-term strategic governance by examining present and future resources of all types.
Team Leaders: Bennie Crossland and Clifford Wert
Mission: to support the citizens' desire for a Healthy Place to Live by increasing the use of preventive health practices for all ages, reducing health inequality among our citizens, and improving access to mental health and substance abuse treatments that yield long-term results.
Team Leaders: Peggy Fuller and Scott Vorhees
Mission: to support the citizens' desire for a Vibrant Economy with a Thriving Workforce by growing the job market.
Team Leaders: Brent Baker and Ryan Melton
Mission: to support the citizens' desire for Strong Community Pride by growing the emotional engagement of our citizens for our community so they speak about Joplin in positive terms and champion our region's brand.
Team Leaders: Andrew Jordan and Kelli Norris
Mission: to support the citizens' desire for Access to Parks, Culture, Recreation, Life-Long Learning and Leisure Time Activities by creating a diverse and inclusive community that honors family, culture and the arts & recreation in a safe and welcoming environment.
Team Leaders: Susan Adams, Chalise Cooper, and Shelly Kraft
Final Report
On May 15, 2017, members of the Vision Joplin 2022 team presented their final report to the Joplin City Council. Links to the documents presented can be found below.
Final Report presented to the City Council on May 15, 2017
Final Report Summary
How You Can Stay Involved
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