World class airport, international gateway, major transportation and distribution center, economic development hub, community activity center, intermodal connections, public/private partnerships, joint use facilities. (We want to be the best airport in New York State and satisfy various customer needs and requirements.)

We shall operate, maintain, plan and develop airport facilities, equipment and services which support the safe and efficient air and ground movement of people and goods, and meet the requirements of users. (We run the airport.)

To comply with federal, state, and local regulations, with special emphasis on safety, environmental protections, public service, community involvement and equity. (To be fair and follow the rules of the game.)

To empower every member of the team to provide value to processes, products and services. (To equip ourselves to do the job, both in people and equipment.)

To embrace and nurture the quality culture in order to achieve continuous improvement. (To consistently improve ourselves and the way we do business.)

To maximize the level of proficiency, performance and productivity of the organization. (To learn to do more with less by working smarter.)

To identify opportunities to augment fiscal options to progress capital, operating and maintenance projects through public-private investment partnerships. (To negotiate deals so that we can do what we need to do and be all that we want to be.)

To develop and maintain a world class airport that will serve as a gateway to Central New York and a hub of activity for the community. (To make a positive impression on everyone who passes through.)