Maria’s Vision and Success Plan for Wilmington

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Create Incentives to Attract New Employers to Wilmington
Invest in Innovation, Startups and the Arts
Support Small, Youth, Minority and Women Owned Businesses/Institute “Buy Local” Initiatives
Expand Workforce Training & Improve Wages and Benefits

PUBLIC SAFETY
Ensure EQUAL treatment, EQUAL justice, and EQUAL opportunities for ALL of Wilmington
Institute community led public safety initiatives & restore confidence in law enforcement
Predictive Policing: Preventing Crime with Data & Analytics- Focus on Prevention, Criminal Justice & Enforcement Strategies
Decrease gun violence and ADVOCATE for more after school programs, mental health counseling & resources for our youth
Successful re-entry through education and job training

NEIGBORHOOD STABILIZATION
Address vacant and dilapidated properties, increase home ownership, and reduce disorderly behaviors
Establish safety audits and institute “Crime Prevent Through Environmental Design”
Increase ease of access for seniors; sidewalk repairs, ADA accessibility, and transportation
Improve and preserve open spaces, public parks, and plazas