The COO Initiative has the following specific goals :

Goal I: Establish a County Council that includes community residents, the traditional “unheard voices” and community sectors to develop and guide the implementation of a community change action plan.

Goal II: Education reform that provides leadership development, incorporates support programs, and empowers/engages parents and community leaders in the development of programs and schools of excellence for all children (pre-K – 12), regardless of race/ethnicity, gender, or socio-economic level.

Goal III: Leadership development that includes resident mobilization, training and technical assistance; non-profit development; and other sector specific training.

Goal IV: Economic development that includes individual asset development; workforce development; business sector development and/or enhancement; and micro-enterprise development.

Goal V: Community development that focuses on infrastructure needs that may include housing, transportation, childcare, technology, etc. as determined by the county council.

Goal VI: Institute a grantor, grantee, and community learning agenda at the regional and national levels.

Goal VII: Implement a plan for building philanthropy at the community level.

Additional Information:

>>> History
>>> COO Accomplishments
>>> 2006 Planned Activities

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>>> Communities of Opportunity: Moving Forward in 2006