The Aurora City Council has adopted a mission, vision and goals for the city of Aurora.

Our mission

• We unify diverse communities.
• We are a leader in creative outcomes.
• We are an innovator in economic development.
• We partner with public and private research institutions.
• We have water, land and other valuable resources.
• We provide the full range of quality municipal services.
• We invite active citizen participation in our government.
• We will implement the city's vision.

Our vision

Aurora will be an innovative leader in the nation delivering:

• Sustainable, vibrant, interconnected neighborhoods with a range of housing choices.
• Responsible environmental stewardship.
• Award-winning public safety services.
• Exceptional infrastructure and facilities.
• Multi-modal transportation options.
• Quality parks, recreation, open space, cultural, educational and community activities for our citizens.
• Support for cultural diversity and efforts to assist assimilation into the community.
• Support and protection of Buckley AFB as an active installation.
• Dynamic health, science and research opportunities.
• Economic diversity, growing a solid commercial revenue base and plentiful business opportunities.

Our goals

• Assure a safe community for people
• Serve as leaders and partner with other governments and jurisdictions
• Ensure excellent infrastructure that is well maintained and operated
• Create a superior quality of life for residents, making the city a desirable place to live and visit
• Be a great place to locate, expand and operate a business and provide for well-planned growth and development
• Provide a well-managed and financially strong city