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FY2018 Legislative Priorities Active and Healthy Living During the Council’s budgeting process, Council members review and revise priorities they would like the City to make significant progress on during the coming year. These priorities help guide the Council’s budgetary decisions. Proactively implement policies and programs and construct facilities that provide healthier options and support individual efforts to make healthier choices. Community Outreach and Engagement Establish a community outreach and engagement program to effectively communicate and engage citizens, businesses, and organizations within Ogden. Neighborhoods and Community Building Cultivate neighborhoods of choice and improve the quality of life for all residents. Proactively engage in neighborhood revitalization through the completion of housing projects that increase the supply of quality and affordable housing. Public Safety and Essential Services Ensure the safety of residents through timely and appropriate responses in emergency situations and effective crime reduction efforts. Provide dependable City services. Fiscal Sustainability and Transparency Ensure that Ogden’s financial future is secure and sustainable and that financial information is transparent and readily available to residents and City employees. Transportat Ensure that Ogden has safe sidewalks, well maintained streets and trails, convenient transit options, and a viable, active transportation system. Arts and Culture Support arts and cultural initiatives as a key element in enhancing quality of life, promoting economic development, increasing education, and celebrating community.