The Enterprise Zones Commission's strategic plan mandates that the division works toward improving the following:

1. Community aesthetics.  Enhance the general appearance of the Enterprise Zones.
   
   
2. Public safety & crime prevention. Create an environment safe for businesses and residents to work and play.
   
   
3. Education, job training & entrepreneurship.  Expand and improve access to education and training opportunities for residents of the Enterprise Zones.
   
   
4. Funding.  Assist businesses and residents with capital to rehabilitate the Zones.
   
   
5. Infrastructure, housing & neighborhood development. Improve public infrastructure to support business development and to create an active, vital community.  Enhance housing opportunities in the Enterprise Zones.
   
   
6. Business development.  Develop, recruit, retain and /or expand businesses that create livable wage jobs in the Enterprise Zones.
   
   
7. Federal designation.  Seek Federal designation as an empowerment zone or enterprise community to gain funding, as well as technical and other support.