Regional Collaboration

Mission Statement

The Department of Development's strives to improve the County's global competitiveness through economic growth and ensure that Cuyahoga County is a vibrant, healthy and welcoming place.

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Sustainability

Simply said, ‘sustainability’ describes a state where mankind achieves the capacity to meet our greatest potential today while ensuring economic, social and environmental health in the future.  For northeast Ohio, this concept is transformative.  Greater Cleveland and Cuyahoga County can be a platform on which to build a legacy of environmental responsibility that is greater than the sum of its parts; an equitable balance for our citizens, the business community, and the environment.  The journey has begun.

Mission

Cuyahoga County Government shall support the vitality of its citizens, businesses, institutions, and environmental resources through the practice of Sustainability Principles
  • Leading by example in operations and programs incorporating practices that balance societal, the economic and environmental considerations
  • Assisting Cuyahoga County citizens, businesses and governments
  • Supporting and enabling social, environmental & economic development throughout the region

Addressing Climate Change and joining the worldwide Green Economy are pivotal to County sustainability and regional success