Connected

We are committed to working in concert with each other through partnerships, collaboration and burden sharing. Connecting people through valuable networks of interaction is essential to our mutual efforts.

Active

We believe that we must put our beliefs and values into action while transcending self interest and doing what is good for the region as a whole.

Courageous

We must have the strength of purpose to fulfill our callings, stand firm on fundamental principles, prepare for challenges, and facilitate through the process of change.

Inclusive

We value the rich diversity of the people who inhabit the region. A profound respect and dedicated understanding of the opinions, beliefs and perspectives of others will lead us to building a stronger community.

Innovative

We embrace change while encouraging, contributing and supporting creative and adaptive ways of thinking and doing.

Engaged

We believe that the cornerstone of a strong community is its citizenry. We practice responsible stewardship, meaningfully participate in activities and decisions, and practice civic responsibility.

Boundary Spanning

We believe that Northwest Indiana is one region and should be viewed as a whole. We believe that the region should work in unity for the good of all who live, work and visit here.

Aware

We are informed and committed to educating people on the issues. We provide information that is balanced, fair and objective.

Ethical

We believe that we must root our actions and decisions in ethical thought processes and practices in order to make true progress.

Hopeful

We believe that our region has the potential of a bright future. By seeing the good, stressing the positive, and having an optimistic outlook, we will build a better tomorrow.

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Gwen Stricker – Whiting Is a senior at Whiting High School and is active in volunteer work and Relay for Life North Lake. She is president of her class and the head manager of the boy’s basketball team. She is also editor-in-chief of the Tattler, her school newspaper. Gwen is part of the Mayor’s [...]

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