The 2010 Comprehensive Plan Goals are based on the 8 Visions in Article 66B and the needs of the City. The goals are the first step in outlining the direction that the City of Frederick will take during the next 30 years. The goal of the 2010 Comprehensive Plan is intended to identify issues on the neighborhood and city wide level. The 2010 Plan should not create a burden on the environment, infrastructure or the economic base.

Specific Goals that will be addressed in this plan include:

1. Cultivate a citywide sense of community while nurturing the unique characteristics of each neighborhood.
2. Create opportunities to merge Frederick’s diverse historic and cultural heritage into the social and economic fabric of the City.
3. Continue to make historic resources an important building block for Frederick’s future.
4. Expand housing options for Frederick residents of all income levels.
5. Conserve and enhance Frederick’s natural environment.
6. Incorporate green practices in all aspects of the City of Frederick
7. Work on a local and regional level to enhance all modes of transport in the transportation network.
8. Enhance opportunities for people to live, work and participate fully in community life.
9. Maintain the City as an economy engine for the County and Region and create a sustainable economy that provides opportunities for all.
10. Foster cooperation and share leadership on regional issues.
11. Promote the redevelopment of lands with existing infrastructure and public services while supporting the maintenance and rehabilitation of existing residential, commercial, and industrial structures
12. Encourage land uses, densities and regulations that promote efficient development patterns and relatively low municipal, state governmental and utility costs.
13. Ensure that existing infrastructure (water, sewer, parks, roads, etc.) and services (police, code enforcement, recreation, etc.) are properly maintained and utilized to maximize the cost benefit of the service.