Vision:

MRDC‘s vision for the Memphis region is that it will be among the most livable in the country for all of its citizens.

Mission:

To increase vitality and economic stability by promoting excellence in urban design and planning.

Core Values:

The core values that will guide our activities and work are:

1. Design Excellence and its significance in creating a livable community

2. Inclusiveness of Stakeholders and public participation in decisions affecting their environment

3. Objectivity and clear, autonomous thought in advocacy for the public good

4. Collaboration of Professionals from Multiple Disciplines as a powerful way to solve community problems

5. Quality of Life as a right of each individual of present and future generations

6. Natural & Cultural Resources as essential in establishing an area‘s unique identity.

Goal:

The MRDC‘s goal is that it will be considered an important resource in urban design and planning in the Memphis region and that its expertise will be sought in design and planning issues affecting the community and ultimately the region.