City of Gaithersburg

Mission:
The Gaithersburg City government exists to provide quality cost effective, priority community services for its citizens.

We are a CHARACTER COUNTS! City that serves as a catalyst for the involvement of residents, businesses and organizations to ensure that Gaithersburg is a great place to live, work, learn and play.

In the 21st Century, Gaithersburg will set the standard for other cities as a "special" place where people want to live, work, learn and play.

Lives by the Six Pillars of CHARACTER COUNTS! (trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship).

Has retained the best qualities of a small town and respects its heritage while embracing the opportunities that new technologies provide.

Has involved and supportive citizens and businesses reflecting the diversity of the community.

Has a fiscally conservative, proactive government.

Has safe, highly liveable neighborhoods with a variety of housing types and styles served by diverse transportation options.

Has a desirable business environment and diverse employment options.

Has excellent learning opportunities that meet the needs of the community.

Has attractive and beautifully-maintained parks and public places.

Has many leisure time activities that meet the needs of the community.

Has a high quality, family-friendly environment for people of all ages and cultures.

Has citizens with a strong sense of community and individual responsibility.

Has a natural environment that is protected, respected, and enhanced.

Has strong partnerships to meet the needs of the community.

Has a community that encourages individual health and wellness.