Forward Together Action Agenda
The Forward Together action agenda represents the culmination of a year-long process to improve the alignment and strategic positioning across the communities of Genesee County. Click the image below to view the strategies for success or to download the full 2019 document.
Forward Together Introduction Infographic
This infographic summarizes the key economic indicators and community scorecard identified in 2019 that will be used to measure progress in Genesee County. It also provides an overview of the strategies that will be used to achieve the vision. Click the image below to view the infographic.
Community Factbook
The Economic Factbook provides an overview of existing, economic conditions and trends. It draws upon other readily-available data sources such as the U.S. Census and 2017 American Community Survey. The Factbook will be used to initiate conversations about the economic future and help identify topics where more detailed analysis should be undertaken. Click the image below to read the report.
Visioning Summit Summary Report
The Summary Report for the Listening & Learning Sessions + Visioning Summit summarizes the key highlights from the engagement phase of Forward Together. Nearly 250 people participated in the Visioning Summit either in-person or online. Click the image below to read the report.
Steering Committee Documents
A diverse group of community members from around the community will lead the Forward Together process forward. After each Steering Committee meeting, the presentation materials will be uploaded to the resources page. Below please find information on each of these meetings.
Steering Committee Meeting #1
The purpose of this meeting was to orient Steering Committee members to the process, gain initial insight on community opportunities, initiate the communication and outreach messaging and activities, and establish next steps including future meetings.
Steering Committee Meeting #2
The purpose of this meeting was to provide an update on the process; share a preview of the technical analysis and plan review; discuss highlights from the Listening & Learning sessions; and continue the planning for communications and outreach activities related to community engagement.
Steering Committee Meeting #3
The purpose of this meeting was to provide an update on the process, continuing planning for Visioning Summit, share major findings from the initial economic research, discuss future activities.
Steering Committee Meeting #4
The purpose of this meeting was to provide an update on the process, share major findings from the Visioning Summit, and discuss the framework for the Action Agenda.
Steering Committee Meeting #5
The purpose of this meeting was to provide an update on the process, present the draft vision for economic vitality, and review the indicators dashboard.
Relevant Existing Plans
For more information please contact the Flint & Genesee Group at (810) 600-1404 or info@flintandgenesee.org.