The broad planning goals articulated in the previous sections together with the more defined objectives found in the section are based upon overcoming existing problems and steering future growth in the direction desired by Borden-Carleton.

An objective is a specific statement derived from the strategic goals, which operationally provides a realistic target for achieving community goals. Objectives reflect the issues and concerns that are unique to Borden-Carleton. Objectives are presented at the beginning of each policy section to provide a frame of reference for the policy statements.

Policies more specifically define the objectives, and identify courses of action to achieve the objectives, and ultimately the broader planning goals.

The Objectives and policies in this section provide the planning framework for Borden-Carleton and also serve several other purposes. First, the policies identify for the larger community, Council's intentions with respect to land use and related matters. The policies say, "When we encounter this situation we will act this way for these reasons". Secondly, they provide a consistent basis for decision making. The policies ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and that decision-makers are accountable to the larger community. Finally, policies establish a framework for the adoption of land use controls. Policies are then implemented by land use controls set out in Development Bylaws.

Appendix 1 contains the Official Plan Map which illustrated the overall planning concept of Borden-Carleton.