Complete Communities

Complete Communities The Vision and Citywide Framework for Palmdale calls for creating “complete neighborhoods” where residents can reach daily amenities, local retail, services, parks, and public facilities within a short 20-minute walk, bike ride or transit ride. These goals and policies in the Land Use and Community Design, Circulation and Mobility, Equitable and Healthy Communities, […]

Infrastructure-Transportation Innovations

Infrastructure—Transportation Innovations The Vision theme, Forefront of Transportation Innovations, and accompanying guiding principles are implemented through the following goals and policies in various elements within the general plan. The following goals and policies contain principles related to transportation investments in Palmdale, bringing air service to the Palmdale Regional Airport, and improving public facilities towards sustainability […]

Unified and Welcoming Community

Unified and Welcoming Community The Vision theme, A Unified And Welcoming Community That We’re Proud To Live In, and accompanying guiding principles are implemented through the following goals and policies in the Land Use and Community Design, Equitable and Healthy Communities, Parks, Recreation, and Open Space, Conservation, and Sustainability, Climate Action, and Resilience Elements. These […]

Health and Wellness

Health and Wellness The Vision theme, Safe and Healthy Place to Live and Work, and accompanying guiding principles are implemented through the following goals and policies across various elements of the general plan. They were selected as they contain attributes related to improving neighborhood safety, fostering active living, improving the pedestrian environment, prioritize active transit, […]

Healthcare Facilities and Providers

Healthcare Facilities and Providers The Vision theme, High Quality Medical And Mental Healthcare, and accompanying guiding principles are implemented through the following goals and policies in the Land Use and Community Design and Equitable and Healthy Communities Elements. These goals and policies are associated with improving access to and promoting quality healthcare facilities throughout Palmdale. […]

Active and Vibrant Places

Active and Vibrant Places The Vision theme, Active and Vibrant Places, and accompanying guiding principles are implemented through goals and policies across the General Plan. These goals and policies focus on creating active and vibrant neighborhoods across the city including a revitalized downtown environment, encouraging and fostering connected neighborhoods and village centers, and providing open […]

Natural Environment

Natural Environment The Vision theme, Palmdale’s Beautiful Natural Setting, and accompanying guiding principles are implemented through the following goals and policies across various elements in the general plan. These goals and policies are related to improving trails and open space, expanding and improving public parks, preserving existing mountain views and dark night sky, and maintaining […]

High Quality Jobs

High Quality Jobs The Vision theme, Diverse and High-Quality Job Options, and accompanying guiding principles are implemented through the following goals and policies in the Land Use and Community Design, Circulation and Mobility, Economic Development, Military Compatibility Elements.  These goals and policies focus on expanding job training for Palmdale residents in key industries, connecting residents […]

Diverse Local Economy

Diverse Local Economy The Vision theme, Diverse And Resilient Local Economy, and accompanying guiding principles are implemented through the following goals and policies in the Land Use and Community Design, Economic Development, Military Compatibility, and Equitable and Healthy Communities Elements. These goals and policies contain attributes related to retaining and supporting the aerospace industry in […]

Education

Education The Vision theme, High Quality And Accessible Educational Opportunities, and accompanying guiding principles are implemented through the following goals and policies in the Land Use and Community Design, Economic Development, Military Compatibility, Equitable and Healthy Communities, and Public Facilities, Services, and Infrastructure Elements. These goals and policies are related to promoting and expanding higher […]

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Air Quality

OUTCOME: Improved air quality for all residents.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR:

  • Improved air quality with increased landscaping and trees.

TARGET:

  • Expanded tree canopy, especially in disadvantaged communities.

 

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR:

  • Reduced exposure to toxic air pollution from industrial facilities.

TARGET:

  • Increase in the percentage of housing units, especially in disadvantaged communities, with air pollution reduction features and other measures that eliminate pollutants.
  • Reduce smoking in public outdoor places in accordance with Ordinance No. 1580 and/or Ordinance No. 1571.
Health & Quality of Life

OUTCOME: Improved health and quality of life, and lower rates of chronic diseases, among all residents.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR:

  • Greater opportunities for physical activity.

TARGET:

  • Increase in the proportion of residents living within a 20-minute walking distance from a dedicated public park, school, or multi-use trail.

 

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR:

  • Improved access to healthy food.

TARGET:

  • Increase in the proportion of residents living within a 20-minute walking distance of a grocery store, farmers market, community garden, or other healthy food retailer.
Housing

OUTCOME: Diverse housing options including mixed-use and affordable options, for existing and future residents.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR:

  • Diversified housing stock in Palmdale.

TARGET:

  • Substantial increase in new multifamily housing units by 2045, 20% of which are affordable to families earning less than 80% of the area median income.
Equitable Economy

OUTCOME: An equitable local economy that provides career pathways and economic opportunities for existing residents, especially local youth.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR:

  • Expanded economic opportunities for existing residents.

TARGET:

  • Increase in the number of youths who participate in job training programs and are connected to employment opportunities in local industries.
Vision Themes and Guiding Principles

Described below are values and direction for Palmdale 2045, set forth by the Palmdale community that chart a course for the future of the City. Vision themes paint a picture of what Palmdale will look like in the future, serving as a foundation for policies and implementation actions. While guiding principles provide further details on a vision theme and serve as a framework for future decision making. Together, the vision themes and guiding principles establish the basis for each element of Palmdale 2045, reflecting the unique needs and priorities for Palmdale residents. Through an extensive community engagement process, the vision themes and guiding principles were vetted by the community; initially prepared with input from the Palmdale General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC), community members, and later confirmed by the Planning Commission and City Council.