STRATEGIC PLAN: The Vision Forward 2026-2030
Social and Health Equity
BOLD GOAL:
NHC is ranked the healthiest county in NC
FOCUS AREA:
Maternal & Infant Health
Mental Health
Preventative Care
OBJECTIVES:
- Increase access to prenatal care for all
- Reduce infant & maternal mortality rates, and eliminate disparities
- Decrease depression and mental distress among all ages
- Improve health outcomes through preventive care
Education
BOLD GOAL:
NHC is ranked #1 in education in NC
FOCUS AREA:
Early Childhood Education
K–12 Achievement Gaps
OBJECTIVES:
- Increase kindergarten readiness
- Increase reading proficiency
- Increase teacher effectiveness and culture of high expectations
Community Safety
BOLD GOAL:
Every NHC neighborhood is safe & resilient
FOCUS AREA:
Youth Development
OBJECTIVES:
- Reduce youth violence and involvement in crime
- Increase employment among “opportunity youth”
- Increase HS graduation rates
- Increase sense of “community” & engagement in every NHC neighborhood
Community
Development
Development
BOLD GOAL: NHC has a vibrant economy and quality of life for all
FOCUS AREA:
- Innovation & Entrepreneurial Development
- Increase Recreational Opportunities for all NHC residents
OBJECTIVES:
- Increase availability of high-wage jobs
- Increase the number of businesses launched in and/or choosing to locate in NHC
- Support world-class recreational enhancements
Community
Development
Development
BOLD GOAL:
NHC has a vibrant economy and quality of life for all
FOCUS AREA:
Innovation & Entrepreneurial Development
Increase Recreational Opportunities for all NHC residents
OBJECTIVES:
- Increase availability of high-wage jobs
- Increase the number of businesses launched in and/or choosing to locate in NHC
- Support world-class recreational enhancements
The Path Forward
Pre-Birth & Infancy
FOCUS:
- Maternal & Infant Health
- Mental Health
- Preventative Care
Birth – 5
FOCUS:
- Early Childhood Education
- Kindergarten Readiness
6 – 15
FOCUS:
- K-12 Achievement Gaps
- Teacher Effectiveness
- Culture of High Expectations
16 – 24
FOCUS:
- Youth Development
- Opportunity Youth
- High School Graduation
- Career Pathways
25 – Seniors
FOCUS:
- Vibrant Economy and Quality of Life
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- High Wage Jobs
- Economic Mobility
- Recreational Opportunities
- Community Resilience