To achieve the best use of the land within the Borough, ensuring that varying use of land and water bodies will complement one another and thus improve the economic, social, and aesthetic character of the community.

To establish realistic population densities in order to ensure health standards, privacy and open space and in order to provide utilities, police protection, and community services and facilities in the most convenient and efficient manner.

To maintain and improve the road system for better internal circulation and movement of through traffic, which will facilitate the efficient and safe movement of people and goods.

To guide the location of future development and establish developmental standards in such a way that negative impacts on the natural environment and natural resources are minimized, and to minimize existing and future water, air, land and noise pollution.

To provide the opportunity for a wide range and variety of housing types to meet the needs of all Borough residents, newly formed households, growing families and senior citizens.

To update and revise planning goals and objectives, and the operational tools necessary for implementation, in light of new data and changing conditions.

To expand local business and strengthen the economy by encouraging well-planned commercial, industrial, residential, and recreational growth which will provide for local employment, shopping facilities, and recreational opportunities, which in turn will strengthen the local tax base.

To strive for coordination between policies, plans, and programs in the community through cooperation among governing officials, community interest groups, and the general populace.