Based on intensive research and input from thousands of citizens from Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, and Wexford counties, a vision that will lead to prosperity for people throughout northwest lower Michigan was created, founded on these guiding principles:
A coordinated regional transportation network
Unique and vibrant communities
Housing choices
Sustainable-energy uses in construction, transportation and economic development
Protected and preserved water, forests, natural and scenic areas