Our Mission:
To build into the fabric of families, organizations, companies, local government, and institutions, prosperity, vitality, and stewardship.
Our Vision:
Living well, making wise and future-minded choices, providing rich and diverse experiences.
Our Values:
Healthy living, vibrant economy, measurable stewardship, disciplined collaboration, genuine hospitality.
Creating a Blue Zone Community..
Creating a Blue Zone Community..
We are very pleased to announce that Decorah has been selected a Blue Zone Demonstration Community. We will be working with a team from Wellmark to develop a plan and keep the community moving forward to a happier and healthier future. We will update as often as we can and keep you posted on our progress.
Blue Zone Certification Criteria
In order for a community to become Blue Zones certified, it must meet certain criteria. If Decorah pursues the certification, the leadership team will meet with Blue Zone coordinators and work will begin on a plan going into 2013.
1 b Blue Zones Certification Overview (2).pdf
click to download Make Decorah a Blue Zone!
Make Decorah a Blue Zone!
Changes to a community's physical, social, and policy environment can make it easier for it's citizens to adopt Power 9™ principles and enjoy longer, better lives. That's the idea behind the Blue Zones Community model.
Let's make Decorah a happier, healthier, and longer-living community!
Up & Coming...
Oct. 29- Initial Meeting with Blue Zone and Core Leadership Team
Core 11 Leadership Team
Core 11 Leadership Team
- Kathy Bakken,Decorah Park & Rec
- Joe Grimstad, Decorah Bank & Trust
- Mike Haluska, Decorah Community Schools
- David Lester, Oneota Co-op
- Greg Lonning, Luther College
- Emily Neal, Northeast Iowa Food & Fitness
- Harlan Satrom, Northwestern Mutual/Winneshiek Wellness
- Rick Torgerson, Luther College
- Rachel Vagts, City of Decorah
- Brian Huinker, Midwest Group Benefits
- Dave Rooney, Winneshiek Medical Center
