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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem #1 Strategic Priorities1 | P a g e Council / Mayor - Strategic Priorities Analysis grouping into four key focus areas: 1. Strong Governance & Smart Planning 2. Community Partnerships & Economic Engagement 3. Parks & Community Beautification 4. Safe, Sustainable & Informed 18-Short Term Priorities (12 months) Focus Area Resources Status Advisory Committees Area 1 Time, Staff Active Council Priorities - Prioritization Area 1 Time, Council In-Progress 5 Year Capital Budgets - Equipment / Staffing / Projects (ALL Departments) Area 1 Time, Staff, Council In-Progress FY27 Budget Booklet Area 1 Time, Staff In-Progress Guide / Monitor Downtown Village Development* Area 2 Time, Staff, CDA TBD Portneuf Health Trust/ICCU Partnerships Area 2 Time, Staff TBD Parks Plan Update - Schedule, Funding, Design Commitments Area 3 Time, Staff, $$$ TBD Establish Citywide Mission - Vision (City, LUDC, CDA)* Area 1 Time, Staff TBD SICOG Grant Partnerships Area 2 Time, Staff TBD Revive Adopt-a-Park Program Area 3 Time, Staff In-Progress Organize End of Summer Park Clean Up Program Area 3 Time, Staff TBD Focus on maintenance and beautiflcation of parks (new day) Area 3 Time, Staff, $$$ In-Progress Re-do path and rock area in Hiram Park Area 3 Time, Staff, $$$ TBD Education & collaboration with Land Use Area 4 Time, Staff, CDA, LUDC TBD Implement Dark Sky Ordinance Area 4 Time, Staff TBD Make connections with local business owners Area 2 Time, Staff TBD Adequate/current Police training Area 4 Time, Staff, $$$ In-Progress (ongoing) Assist with PVD/Chamber collaboration Area 2 Time, Staff TBD 2 | P a g e As Council reviews department level budget requests for the upcoming FY27 (12 months) the City’s Strategic Priorities Focus Areas should serve as a common reference point. Tying budget decisions back to these priorities helps make sure the City’s vision is realized in department operational efforts. Keeping the priorities / budget connection in mind can support clearer choices, better use of limited funds, and produce progress on the goals that matter most to the community. Liaisons and Line-item Priorities…….Idaho Falls Example The 12-month priority focus areas represent the Council’s initial effort to identify and align key priorities for the coming year. These focus areas and associated action items are intended to be fiexible and may be modifled as needed to refiect evolving Council priorities, community needs, and available resources. 3 | P a g e Focus Area 1. Strong Governance & Smart Planning Improving how the City plans, prioritizes, and governs Action Items included: • Advisory Committees • Council Priorities – Prioritization • Renew Strategic Plan (simplifled version) • Establish Citywide Mission & Vision (City, LUDC, CDA) • FY27 Budget Booklet • 5-Year Capital Budgets (equipment, staffing, projects – all departments) Why this fits: These items all strengthen internal decision-making, long-term alignment, and clarity around priorities, roles, and resources. Primary Strategic Goal Alignment • Goal 3 – Participatory Governance • Goal 4 – Well-Managed Government Secondary Alignment • Goal 6 – Strong Economy How the Budget Implements the Strategy: The budget establishes operational goals by showing how resources are planned, allocated, and monitored over time. Council priorities, financial policies, and long-range planning are embedded throughout the document rather than treated as separate initiatives. Advisory input helps guide intended outcomes. Budget Booklet Components That Support This Focus: • Intro / Summary & Mission Statements – Establishes citywide values, mission, and policy direction. • Five-Year Historical Trends – Provides transparency and data-driven context for decision-making. • Revenue, Wage, and Benefit Assumptions – Demonstrates disciplined forecasting and fiscal realism. • Fund Position & Reserve Analysis – Supports financial resilience and policy compliance. • Debt Summary – Ensures responsible long-term obligations and affordability. • 5-Year Department Plans (staffing, equipment, projects) – Connects strategy to execution. 4 | P a g e Focus Area 2. Community Partnerships & Economic Engagement Strengthening relationships with partners, businesses, and regional organizations Action Items included: • Portneuf Health Trust / ICCU partnerships (business partnerships) • SICOG Grant Partnerships • Make connections with local business owners • Assist with PVD / Chamber collaboration • Guide / Monitor Downtown Village Development Why this fits: Each goal focuses on collaboration beyond City Hall to leverage funding, expertise, and economic momentum. Primary Strategic Goal Alignment • Goal 6 – Strong Economy Secondary Alignment • Goal 4 – Well-Managed Government How the Budget Implements the Strategy: Financial tools are aligned to leverage outside funding, create community partnerships. The budget supports economic initiatives without undermining long-term flnancial stability. Budget Booklet Components That Support This Focus: • Growth Tools Section o Impact fees and balances o Investment fund allocations o Fee schedules and cost recovery • Capital Improvement Planning (5-year CIP) – Positions the City for growth and redevelopment. • Grant and Partnership Readiness – Financial structure supports partnerships, grants and project collaboration. • Downtown / Village Development – Support CDA / Developer with renewed input from key stakeholders 5 | P a g e Focus Area 3. Parks & Community Beautification Enhancing visible quality of life and neighborhood aesthetics Action Items included: • Parks Plan Update (schedule, funding, design commitments) • Revive Adopt-a-Park Program • Organize End-of-Summer Park Clean-Up Program • Focus on maintenance and beautiflcation of parks • Re-do path and rock area in Hiram Park Why this fits: These initiatives are hands-on, community-visible improvements that directly affect daily resident experience. Primary Strategic Goal Alignment • Goal 1 – Vibrant and Aesthetic Neighborhoods Secondary Alignment • Goal 7 – Healthy Residents • Goal 9 – Thriving Children and Youth How the Budget Implements the Strategy: Resources are allocated to visible, resident-facing services that directly impact quality of life. The budget supports both ongoing maintenance and improvements, reinforcing the City’s commitment to livable neighborhoods. Budget Booklet Components That Support This Focus: • Community Services, Parks, and Public Works Budgets • Capital and Equipment Planning • Operating Narratives with FY Goals and Long-Range Goals • Maintenance and Sustainability Funding 6 | P a g e 4. Safe, Sustainable & Informed Ensuring safety, preparedness, and responsible growth Action Items included: • Adequate / current police training • Implement Dark Sky Ordinance • Education & collaboration with Land Use Why this fits: These goals protect public well-being while educating the community and aligning development with long-term sustainability. Primary Strategic Goal Alignment • Goal 5 – Safe and Prepared Community Secondary Alignment • Goal 1 – Vibrant and Aesthetic Neighborhoods How the Budget Implements the Strategy: The budget prioritizes core public safety responsibilities while planning for long-term needs. Financial planning supports preparedness, consistency between departments and ordinances that refiect appropriate community growth.