The community’s vision for the future 
These are the things that are most important to the people of Opotiki. Our community has made a commitment to work with others to achieve this vision for the future.

Development and protection of the natural environment
We appreciateour natural environment and wish to participate in the protection on both a local and a global level.  We recognise that the environment has the potential to generate economic growth for the district.  We are willing to explore and develop that potential if we are sure it will not adversely affect, or if it restores or improves, the environment of the future. 
We will support and encourage environmentally friendly development, carefully manage land ownership, growth and development and support initiatives that tackle environmental issues and improve understanding of the environment Council.

Services and facilities meet our needs
We want to ensure that we all have access to modern and efficient public facilities and services which are designed to meet the needs of our community.
We will help agencies and organisations to identify our specific needs and support and encourage effective planning for the future.

Fair and efficient leadership
It is important to us that our leaders consider the social needs of our community as well as the need for a businesslike approach.  We want them work together towards the future and communicate in ways we understand.
We will have positive involvement in the day-to-day affairs of our community and encourage and support those leaders who show the attributes and values.

A strong and effective community spirit
Our rural community is friendly and supportive and works together to achieve common goals. We want to ensure that the strong and distinctive spirit and character of our community does not change over time. This is who we are and we are proud of it. 
We will value and promote this aspect of our community.  We will support and encourage positive community activities where people work and play harmoniously together. 

Purposeful work and learning opportunities
We understand that people can derive pride and purpose from a variety of work and learning opportunities and want to ensure that all opportunities in the Opotiki District provide pathways to personal growth as well as to financial independence.  We will be involved in the development of employment programmes and promote the development of career pathways within the private sector.

Development supports the community
We want to encourage and ensure development that respects and supports the community’s values and goals. We will work positively with organisations and individuals to promote those values and to find innovative solutions.

History and culture is treasured
Sport, art and culture are an enjoyable and valuable way to increase our appreciation of each other and provide for our own health and wellbeing.  Our history is also a part of who we are, and its preservation is seen as a way to increase understanding of our community.  We will be involved in activities which support our historic values, and work together to promote our own and the interests of others.