Strategic Plan

Our Vision

A community unified in the stewardship of our small-town character and natural environment, for a future where all succeed. 

Our Mission

Provide exceptional public service that fosters opportunity for the individual and community to live, thrive, and reach their peak.

Our Values

  • Performance
  • Empowerment
  • Accountability
  • Knowledge

Our Goals


A Welcoming Community
Create a safe and welcoming environment fostering community connections and high quality recreational and cultural experiences supporting a sense of belonging

Objectives:

  • Ensure safe places and spaces
  • Foster community connections
  • Create a sense of belonging
  • Encourage a healthy and active lifestyle
  • Enhance communications for a more informed community 

High Performing Government 
Deliver exceptional service valuing an engaged workforce with an emphasis on efficiency, collaboration, innovation, and inclusion

Objectives:

  • Use resources efficiently and effectively
  • Provide customer-focused service
  • Attract, retain, and develop our workforce
  • Promote a culture of innovation and creativity
  • Maintain transparency in stewardship of public resources
  • Enhance communications for a more informed workforce

Environmental Leadership
Commit to sustaining natural resources and environmental well-being

Objectives:

  • Adopt clean energy and efficiency measures
  • Preserve natural resources and habitats
  • Reduce environmental waste
  • Proactively address climate vulnerability

Responsible Development 
Encourage equitable and sustainable development that provides accessibility and connectivity throughout the community

Objectives:

  • Plan for and invest in infrastructure
  • Provide and promote mobility
  • Support diverse housing options
  • Balance impacts of growth and development

Economic Vitality
Improve and sustain an environment that invites and retains a diversity of residents, employment opportunities, and businesses

Objectives:

  • Recruit, retain, and develop businesses
  • Leverage community assets to benefit businesses and residents
  • Engage in placemaking
  • Identify key opportunities to strengthen economic environment