AGENDA - Strategic Plan Steering Committee - 20170330
Strategic Plan
Steering Committee
Meeting Agenda
Thursday, March 30, 2017
4 p.m.
Holland Room
Aurora Town Hall
Public Release
March 29, 2017
Town of Aurora
Strategic Plan Steering Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date: Thursday, March 30, 2017
Time and Location: 4 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
1. Approval of the Agenda
Recommended:
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
3. Receipt of the Minutes
4. Delegations
5. Matters for Consideration
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6. Informational Items
1. Verbal Update from Chief Administrative Officer
Re: Creation of Corporate Strategy
Recommended:
1. That the Verbal Update from Chief Administrative Officer regarding Creation
of Corporate Strategy be received for information.
2. Updated Town of Aurora Strategic Plan
Recommended:
1. That the Updated Town of Aurora Strategic Plan be received for
information.
7. New Business
8. Adjournment
Today, Tomorrow, Our Future Together
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Geoffrey Dawe
Mayor
905-726-4746
mayor@aurora.ca
John Abel
Deputy Mayor & Councillor
905-727-3123 ext. 4267
jabel@aurora.ca
Sandra Humfryes
Councillor
905-727-3123 ext. 4266
shumfryes@aurora.ca
Michael Thompson
Councillor
905-727-3123 ext. 4268
mthompson@aurora.ca
Jeff Thom
Councillor
905-727-3123 ext. 4273
jthom@aurora.ca
Wendy Gaertner
Councillor
905-727-3123 ext. 4265
wgaertner@aurora.ca
Harold Kim
Councillor
905-727-3123 ext. 4272
hkim@aurora.ca
Tom Mrakas
Councillor
905-727-3123 ext. 4274
tmrakas@aurora.ca
Paul Pirri
Councillor
905-727-3123 ext. 4263
ppirri@aurora.ca
The 2031 Strategic Plan
was approved by Council on
[DATE TBD].
Acknowledgements
The Town would like to
acknowledge the efforts of
Council, the Strategic Plan
Steering Committee, Town
staff, partner organizations,
stakeholders and residents
who have participated in the
process and provided
guidance and direction to
create the Strategic Plan.
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Table of Contents
Vision Statement Page 1
Aurora 2031: Today, Tomorrow, Our Future Together Page 2
About this Plan Page 3
Aurora: A great place to live, work and play Page 4
Background Page 5
Community Engagement Page 7
Strategic Plan Framework Page 9
Vision Page 10
Guiding Principles Page 11
The Pillars of Success: Community Page 12
The Pillars of Success: Economy Page 15
The Pillars of Success: Natural Environment Page 17
Implementation, Monitoring and Reporting Page 18
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Our Vision for Aurora 2031 is:
An innovative
and sustainable community
where neighbours care
and businesses thrive.Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 30, 2017Item 2 Page 4 of 24
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The Town of Aurora has developed this Strategic Plan
to identify and assess growth and development
opportunities that ensure the future economic, social
and environmental sustainability and health of Aurora.
This Strategic Plan emphasizes the development of
local assets which capitalize on the many strengths
and opportunities in the area.
The outcomes of the Strategic Plan include the establishment of a collective
vision and a plan for 2031 that defines ways to maximize resources and
communicate priorities to all citizens. This Plan includes an implementation
strategy that will be aligned with the goals of respective departments that
deliver municipal services across the Town of Aurora.
This Plan also aligns with other municipal planning documents and
budget processes using established performance measures that will
ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and reported annually
to identify progress, measure success and establish future goals.
What is a Strategic Plan?
A Strategic Plan is a collaborative and inclusive community planning
tool that identifies the desired future for the community; what it looks
like, how it functions and how to achieve the vision for the future.
Municipalities across Canada develop Strategic Plans as a mechanism to
implement actions that will lead them in a sustainable direction over the
long-term. Sustainable development recognizes the interrelationship
between the natural environment, economic and social development.
Why develop a Strategic Plan?
Aurora Town Council confirmed the need for a long-term vision for the
entire community.
There are many benefits to developing a Strategic Plan:
•Understanding community needs and expectations (social, economic
and environmental)
•Developing a renewed sense of purpose/future direction
•Clarifying short, medium, long-term goals and objectives
•Identifying and enhancing the ability to manage change
•Mitigating potential risk through planning
•Improving decision-making and effective management
•Enhancing communication between staff and the public
•Strengthening coordination of activities between corporate
departments
•Clearly defining responsibilities and accountability
Aurora 2031:
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About this Plan
The Aurora 2031 Strategic Plan is a long-term planning
document that describes the vision for Aurora in 2031.
In order to fulfill this vision, Council has established a
series of goals and related objectives that further
describe the broader vision. The vision, goals and
objectives provide long-term direction to inform
future decision making.
The Plan works in conjunction with a five-year Corporate Plan that
outlines the projects and programs that contribute to the long-term
vision. The actions in this companion document represent the Town’s
current detailed plan to work towards the vision. The intent is to review
and update the action plan every five years to progressively move
towards the 2031 vision.
"Strategic planning has the potential to be a powerful process
that catalyzes the municipal organization, bringing together the
public, staff and management in the development of a common
vision, direction and goals."
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Aurora:
A great place to live, work and play
“Aurora is a growing modern
town with that older small
town feel and charm.”
Aurora resident
The Town of Aurora is a growing community of over 60,000 residents
and 1,400 businesses, including approximately 150 different industries
and head offices. Aurora has experienced tremendous growth over the
past several years with population and employment doubling since
1986. Aurora’s family friendly communities, local amenities, cultural
and recreational activities, vibrant local economy, attractive natural
environment and strategic location in York Region continue to attract
residents and workers to the area. Over the next 15 years, Aurora is
anticipated to add at least 10,000 people and 10,000 jobs to
the community.
Aurora's location offers all the advantages of an urban centre while
maintaining its small town atmosphere. Portions of the Town exist within
the environmentally-significant Oak Ridges Moraine, which provides
rolling terrain, rich valley land and large forest tracts. A scenic and
friendly Town with a rich cultural heritage, recreational facilities and
neighbourhoods make Aurora an ideal place to live and grow a business.
Aurora is a progressive, forward-thinking community that has a long history
of guiding growth through community-based strategic plans. This plan is
framed by the principles of sustainability and built on community input and
feedback. Throughout the consultation, residents clearly articulated a
number of community characteristics that are highly valued including:
•The family-oriented, small town feel of Aurora;
•Heritage, arts, culture and community events;
•A revitalized downtown area;
•Managed growth that encourages mixed-use, transit-oriented
development and affordability;
•Flexible services and infrastructure that match the Town’s changing
demographic;
•High quality green space;
•Proactive green energy initiatives;
•Connected trails and green space that improve connectivity and
mobility;
•A growing business sector that supports local employment; and,
•High quality employment lands that entice new business development
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Background
“A sustainable Aurora looks like one that is
keeping youth and seniors connected.
Bring in businesses that will also contribute
to or partner with Aurora’s vision.”
Aurora resident
The Town of Aurora has been coordinating services to respond to the
needs of residents through the development of Strategic Plans since
1992. Aurora’s first Strategic Plan was published in 1993 and was last
updated in 2012. As a progressive municipality, the focus of this new
Strategic Plan includes sustainability principles that reflect the public’s
vision for an ideal Aurora in 2031.
The Town of Aurora identified several specific objectives and tasks for
the Strategic Plan including the preparation of a Town of Aurora profile
and environmental scan which includes relevant background
information (e.g. demographic data, socio-economic data, resource
base), as well as key trends. This feedback was used to draft the
Strategic Plan framework which includes vision and goals.
The Town of Aurora recognizes and acknowledges key sustainability
issues and forces of change. It has dealt with the population doubling
in size since 1990 and anticipates growth of an additional 10,000
residents, likely before 2031.
The Strategic Plan not only sets corporate strategic priorities, it also
guides Council in decision-making for Aurora’s future. Furthermore, it
influences and coincides with existing plans and studies in Aurora and
York Region.
The components of the Strategic Plan were based on:
•Stakeholder engagement
•Three pillars of sustainability – environment, community and economy
•Emerging issues and trends
The outcomes of the Strategic Plan include:
•Understanding key considerations facing Aurora ratepayers over the
next four years
•Understanding longer term strategic issues affecting Aurora
ratepayers over the next 20 years
•Developing clear and concise actions to help guide future
decisions/implementation by Council
•Enhancing stakeholder cooperation and communication
•Integrating sustainability into strategic planning and decision-making
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The Town has been successful in moving forward with sustainability
initiatives and has made significant contributions towards making Aurora
more sustainable – environmentally, economically and socially.
Did you know?
Sustainability or sustainable development was
initially described as "development that meets the
needs of the present without compromising the ability
of future generations to meet their own needs."
Our Common Future (Brundtland Report), 1987
Three Pillars of Sustainability
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Background Research
Background work included collecting, reviewing and analyzing
documents from a wide variety of sources, including programs, policies,
literature and studies. The Town’s existing initiatives, programs, studies
and planning documents were examined.
Interviews with Staff and Council Members
More than 30 in-depth interviews were conducted with Council
members, Town staff, community groups, political leaders and business
leaders to collect additional background information and review the
strategic planning process. Interviews included questions on community
strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges or threats.
Interviewees provided feedback on actions that the Town could take to
better address the threats and challenges and take advantage of the
strengths and opportunities.
Community Survey
A community survey was prepared that included questions on what
residents value most about the Town, what they felt were the most
distinguishing features of the Town and what could be improved. The
surveys were made available online and were also administered face-to-
face with residents and Aurora business owners. Hundreds of surveys
were completed. The information collected was used to support the
development of goals, objectives and actions.
Many residents used the survey as an opportunity to share what they
really appreciate about the Town and provide ideas that could make the
Town a better place to live, work and play.
Youth Engagement
Youth were engaged at soccer tournaments and community workshops.
A Youth Design Contest was also held to get a sense of what the next
generation wanted Aurora to be like in the future.
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Winning entry youth design contest by:
Carolyn Metcalfe
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Community Engagement cont’d...
Community Workshops
Community consultations were held at the Aurora Seniors’ Centre
where a brief presentation was made to the participants. This included
background information on strategic planning, the process of
developing a Strategic Plan and key community priorities identified to-
date through background research, community surveys and interviews.
Participants engaged in discussions on their vision for the Town and
actions that could be taken to achieve that vision.
The information collected at the workshops was used in the
development of the Strategic Plan, including the creation of a vision
that reflects the desires of citizens, key priority areas that should be
addressed and actions that the Town could take to achieve the vision.
Internet, Communications and Social Media
The Town of Aurora’s Strategic Plan website, located at
www.aurorastrategicplan.ca was used to advise residents, business
owners and community organizations about the development of the
Plan. The website also included information on where the community
engagement sessions would be held. The site also hosted a series of
electronic surveys to regularly receive feedback on the development of
the Plan. Along with the survey, strategic planning forums and a Youth
Design Contest were organized to encourage discussion and
involvement. Across the entire community, other communications on the
Strategic Plan were conveyed using the local newspaper, newsletters,
emails and mobile signs.
Steering Committee Meetings
Council and Steering Committee members were provided with updates
throughout the Strategic Planning process. Key information, revisions
and next steps in the process were presented regularly.
Sample consultation materials.Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 30, 2017Item 2 Page 11 of 24
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Strategic Plan Framework
2017 Update
In 2015 council directed staff to undertake a scoped review and update
of the Strategic Plan. This process included key informant interviews,
key stakeholder engagement and two public open house sessions. In
addition, a companion document was developed to formalize the
corporate implementation approach to the Strategic Plan. This Plan was
developed with extensive staff input and participation.
“My vision for the Town of
Aurora is to have more
businesses and residents using
green energy.”
Aurora resident
The structure of this plan is as follows:
Vision
The vision is a general statement that presents a timeless inspirational
view for the ideal future of the Town.
Goals
Goals are qualitative statements that highlight key issues raised
during the sustainable community planning process, which add depth
to the vision statement and chart the direction for the plan.
Objectives
Objectives are more specific statements of the general goals and describe
how the goals will be achieved. Each goal has multiple objectives.
Actions
The actions refer to specific tasks areas that need to be undertaken to
achieve the objective.
Implementation
The implementation section includes the steps necessary to ensure
that the proposed actions are implemented by the Town and partners
and progress is measured.Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 30, 2017Item 2 Page 12 of 24
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Vision
Aurora 2031 – Imagine…
Imagine an inclusive, growing, family-oriented community that retains
its small-town charm and celebrates heritage, arts and culture. A place
where friendly neighbours gather at community events and public
spaces to enjoy a summer evening. An integrated community seamlessly
connected by trails and open space that promotes green energy and
provides accessible and convenient alternatives to driving through
improved transit operations and mixed use development. A place with a
stable and thriving economy that includes a mix of small and large
businesses, access to local goods and services, employment
opportunities for residents and a revitalized downtown core. This place
is Aurora in 2031.
The Town’s community vision summarizes the picture of Aurora described
above. The proposed vision was developed based on research, interviews
(internal and external stakeholders), online input (community at large),
community engagement, visioning sessions and workshops.
Our Vision for Aurora 2031 is:
An innovative and sustainable
community where neighbours
care and businesses thrive.Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 30, 2017Item 2 Page 13 of 24
Guiding principles are the architectural framework to enact the vision.
The following principles were developed from information provided
through the consultation process. These principles reflect the shared
values of Aurora. They articulate the strong standards by which the
organization makes decisions and conducts activities. The Strategic
Plan is framed by the following seven principles:
“My vision for the Town of
Aurora is to maintain the safe
family atmosphere that
encourages community.”
Aurora resident
1. Commitment to the Strategic Plan as a long-
term planning document
2.Leadership in corporate management
3.Broad community outreach and engagement
with partners, businesses, newcomers and
community groups to ensure inclusiveness
4.Recognition and encouragement of community
contributions and volunteerism
5.Leverage partnerships
6.Dignity and integrity
7.Progressive corporate excellence and
continuous improvement
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Guiding Principles
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The Pillars of Success:
Community
GOAL:
Supporting an exceptional quality of life for all
Objective 1: Improve transportation, mobility and connectivity
•Work with York Region and Metrolinx to improve transit
infrastructure and commuter transportation options
•Advocate for the improvement of key Regional and provincial
infrastructure such as necessary road widenings and improved
access to Highway 404
•Consider transportation capacity when determining the location of
new municipal services/amenities
•Advocate for improved accessible transit service
•Expand east-west linkages to facilitate movement across the
community for all modes of transportation
•Examine traffic patterns and identify potential solutions to improve
movement and safety at key intersections in the community
•Explore partnership options to support the transportation needs of
the Town’s changing demographics
“A sustainable Aurora looks
like a place where we can find
everything we need for our
daily lives, without traveling
too much.”
Aurora resident
Did you know?
There are over 25 kilometres of pedestrian walking
trails in Aurora, and Aurora is serviced by nine main
YRT/Viva transit routes.Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 30, 2017Item 2 Page 15 of 24
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The Pillars of Success:
Community cont’d...
Objective 2: Invest in sustainable infrastructure
•Maintain and expand infrastructure to support forecasted population
growth through technology, waste management, roads, emergency
services and accessibility
•Promote the adaptability and flexibility of services to respond to
demographic shifts
•Establish policies and programs that enhance the accessibility and
safety of new and existing facilities and infrastructure
•Develop policies to ensure that growth is phased and coordinated
with existing and planned infrastructure
Objective 3: Celebrating and promoting our culture
•Continue to review cultural services, including heritage, music and
art, to promote more cohesive and coordinated cultural services
•Expand opportunities and partnerships that contribute to the
celebration of culture in the community
•Work with community partners to deliver a series of community
building events that celebrate diversity and multiculturalism
Objective 4: Encouraging an active and healthy lifestyle
•Develop a long-term needs assessment for recreation programs,
services and operations to match the evolving needs of the growing
and changing population
•Support multi-generational programming in cultural and
recreational activities to encourage every age cohort to interact and
share experiences
•Continue to develop awareness programs that promote the benefits
of recreation in supporting a healthy lifestyle
•Continue to develop programs and policies that nurture and
contribute to the development of youth
Did you know?
One in seven people in Ontario have a disability.
Over the next 20 years, that number will rise as the
population ages.
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The Pillars of Success:
Community cont’d...
Objective 5: Strengthening the fabric of our community
•Collaborate with the development community to ensure future
growth includes housing opportunities for everyone
•Work with the development community to meet intensification
targets to 2031 as identified in the Town’s new Official Plan
•Identify new methods and technologies to effectively and regularly
engage the community
•Advocate for enhanced Town representation at York Regional Council
•Work with York Region, college and university partners to establish
post-secondary education options in Aurora
•Examine the impact of increased growth and demographic diversity
on municipal service delivery
•Update the Town’s Official Plan to consider the potential impact of
infill growth as the Town transitions to a mature municipality
•Develop a coordinated approach to Town planning that manages growth,
plans for the necessary infrastructure and aligns fiscal accountability
Objective 6: Promoting service accountability, excellence
and innovation
•Work with community partners to define, redefine and meet
community expectations
•Regularly examine the Town’s municipal structure and resource
allocation to maintain flexibility and respond to rapid changes within
the community
•Develop a plan to review and realign service levels to reflect current
and future demographic trends
•Develop a strategy to expand e-services where possible
•Explore opportunities to further strengthen partnerships with
neighbouring municipalities
•Continue to pursue inter-municipal partnerships/initiatives to drive
efficiency and potential cost savings
•Examine opportunities to expand multi-year budgeting and
performance budgeting to drive efficiencies
•Work with community partners to pursue the establishment of
business incubators as a driver of economic activity
•Develop a long term capital investment plan to assess and balance
infrastructure affordability and the renewal with anticipated revenues
•Undertake a long term fiscal analysis that reviews revenue options
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The Pillars of Success:
Economy
GOAL:
Enabling a diverse, creative and resilient economy
Objective 1: Promoting economic opportunities that facilitate
the growth of Aurora as a desirable place to do business
•Establish a new economic development corporation to support
Council in the development of economic development strategy
•Work with the new Aurora Economic Development Corporation to
create, implement and regularly update a community wide Economic
Development Strategic Plan
•Work with post-secondary partners to assess the feasibility of
establishing a research and training centre to promote the
commercialization of technology, skills development and business
and employment growth
•Work with the new Aurora Economic Development Corporation to
examine opportunities for the Town to actively promote downtown
revitalization through the redevelopment of private and public property
•Actively promote and support the plan to revitalize the downtown
•Work with regional, provincial and national partners to promote
Aurora as a preferred location for international investment
•Leverage partnerships with local boards, chambers and business
organizations to promote Aurora as a preferred location for business
Did you know?
Between 2006 and 2016, the number of businesses
in Aurora has increased by 15%, while the number of
jobs has increased by 35%.Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 30, 2017Item 2 Page 18 of 24
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The Pillars of Success:
Economy cont’d...
Objective 2: Supporting small business and encouraging a
more sustainable business environment
•Work with community partners to promote local employment
practices/opportunities for local businesses and residents
•Continue to liaise with municipal, provincial and senior levels of
government to investigate potential opportunities to attract
economic investment
•Continue work closely with the Aurora Chamber of Commerce and
the business community to better understand and address local
business needs and promote business retention/expansion
•Identify the role that the Town can play to support small home-based
business in Aurora
•Investigate opportunities to encourage the creation and mobilization
of knowledge in the local economy
“My vision for the Town is a
great place to live work and
play that is safe and
economically viable for people
of all ages.”
Aurora resident
Did you know?
Between 2001 and 2016, the number of firms in
Aurora employing more than 100 people has
increased from 27 to 41. However, the majority of
businesses employ less than 20 people, which is
consistent with most Canadian businesses and
municipalities.Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 30, 2017Item 2 Page 19 of 24
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The Pillars of Success:
Natural Environment
GOAL:
Supporting environmental stewardship and
sustainability
Objective 1: Encouraging the stewardship of Aurora’s
natural resources
•Work with community partners to promote environmental protection
and build a culture of environmentalism in the community
•Develop, implement and regularly update a corporate environmental plan
•Continue to create and promote waste diversion education programs
in partnership with York Region
•Advance and improve policies to ensure the protection of the Town’s
urban tree canopy
Objective 2: Promoting and advancing green initiatives
•Investigate a program that promotes and actively supports
innovative green buildings and infrastructure
•Continue to support and enhance community planting programs in
appropriate locations
•Continue to support the expansion of the Town’s trails system
•Continue to invest in green initiatives and infrastructure to promote
environmentalism locally
•Develop a climate change adaptation plan for the Town of Aurora
Did you know?
Over 1,000 trees, shrubs, and flowers were planted
in the Aurora Arboretum in 2011.Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 30, 2017Item 2 Page 20 of 24
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Implementation, Monitoring and Reporting
The Town of Aurora’s Strategic Plan combines
goals, objectives and actions that work to support
an overall vision that will help position the Town
as a leader in the three pillars of sustainability.
Over the next 20 years, the Town will place a strong
emphasis on achieving the actions outlined in this
Plan. This demonstrates Council’s long-term
commitment to shaping Aurora’s future according
to the public’s input.
“Vision without action is a
daydream. Action without
vision is a nightmare.”
Japanese proverb Strategic Plan Steering Committee Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 30, 2017Item 2 Page 21 of 24
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Implementation, Monitoring and Reporting cont’d...
Implementation
Integrate the Strategic Plan framework into the day-to-day
function of the Town of Aurora
The implementation of the Strategic Plan is achieved through the
development and approval of a Corporate Plan that outlines the
governance and accountability structure, support services, specific actions
and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) that allow the plan to move
forward. Through the approval of the Corporate Plan, Council will assign
responsibility for coordinating the monitoring and implementation phases
of this Plan.
To achieve this end, Council is committed to:
•Acting as champion for the Strategic Plan and its implementation
•Assigning actions to departments and developing an implementation
team, which includes representatives from all departments
•Directing staff to consider this Plan when developing departmental
priorities and preparing departmental budgets
•The Implementation of the Strategic Plan will flow through Council,
who will be responsible for assigning appropriate department leads
•Establishing collaborative cross-functional teams to support the
implementation of the Plan where appropriate
•Requesting a semi-annual report to Council regarding the Strategic
Plan’s implementation progress
Maintain and enhance internal and external partnerships
As the Town progresses with the implementation of the Strategic Plan,
existing internal and external partnerships will need to be enhanced.
Internal partnerships are defined as those between departments, while
external partnerships include community groups, residents, private
organizations, as well as other municipalities and levels of government.
Further, the Town will continue to take a leadership role with respect to
sustainability and balancing the three pillars — community, economy
and natural environment, in part, by establishing new partnerships.
Monitoring and Reporting
The Strategic Plan is a ‘living document’. This means that it will be
regularly monitored and updated to ensure that the Plan is relevant and
current. To achieve this, Council is committed to:
•Reviewing and updating the Plan at least every five years
•Ensuring that Corporate and Departmental Business Plans and
budget submissions reflect the Plan
•Monitoring the implementation of the Strategic Plan and the
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