[Vision2020] your vision of Moscow's future

[Bill London]

In response to Ben Twigg's request for a short written vision of
Moscow's future, I am quoting below part of the Moscow Civic
Association's mission statement which summarizes my hopes for Moscow as
well:

The Moscow Civic Association is striving to create a thriving community
space with:

    An open, responsive, and accountable local government;
    A vigorous public education system;
    Local, community-based businesses;
    Artistic and cultural events;
    Ethnic, racial, gender, lifestyle, and religious diversity;
    Civil rights;
    An integrated community for people of all ages;
    Close relations and coordination with neighboring communities and
institutions;
    Thoughtful and sustainable development in such areas as environment,

    transportation, housing, and agriculture.
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Anyone who would like to help the Moscow Civic Association turn this
vision into reality is invited to the next meeting: Monday, Feb 10, 7pm
at the 1912 Building.  This meeting includes a free, everyone-invited
party, with music by Steptoe, potluck snacks, and dancing.  More info at
the website: www.moscowcivicasso.org
BL


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Ben Twigg wrote:

> Dear Visionaries,
>
> As a resident of Moscow who wonders what and where he
> will be when he grows up, I often think about the
> character and direction of this community. What
> defines Moscow? What will define it in ten, twenty, or
> fifty years? What should define our community? These
> questions seem to coincide with the purpose of Vision
> 2020, which, according to its website, exists "to
> encourage more public information and debate about the
> future of Moscow and Latah County."
>
> Instead of boring everyone with my thoughts on the
> matter, I would like to pose the following question to
> Vision 2020 readers: in twenty-five words or less,
> what is your vision of Moscow's future? I would
> appreciate it if responses were limited to a direct
> answer of the question, for the simple reason that it
> would be interesting to compare and contrast original
> thoughts that are not accompanied by additional
> comments or criticism. Thank you.
>
> Ben Twigg
>
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