HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5962-06-2024A Resolution
NO. 5962-06-2024
RESOLUTION ADOPTING STRATEGIC PRIORITIES AND GOALS FOR THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH AND INCORPORATING INTO THE CITY'S
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
WHEREAS the Fort Worth City Council held a planning retreat on February 27,
2024 to discuss the City's accomplishments, fiscal health, vision and values, and
strategic priorities and goals; and
WHEREAS the City Council identified five strategic priorities — economic
development, community investment, community safety, infrastructure, and responsible
growth — and associated goals to develop the foundation of a common vision of the
future; and
WHEREAS many of the priorities identified by City Council during the goal
setting session are long-term initiatives that may take decades of meaningful work to
effect change; and
WHEREAS the City Council wishes to formally adopt the Strategic Priorities and
Goals reflected in Exhibit A in order to guide City staff on the City Council's aims for
budget development, programming, and strategic planning efforts across the
organization; and
WHEREAS the Strategic Priorities and Goals will require periodic review and
update to account for changing circumstances;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS, THAT:
1. The City Council hereby adopts the Strategic Priorities and Goals attached as
Exhibit A and incorporates them into the City's Comprehensive Plan; and
2. Staff is directed to present the Goals annually and to present the Strategic
Priorities every two years as part of the City Council's planning retreat for review and
update.
Adopted this 1 lch day of June 2024.
ATTEST:
By:
Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary
FORT WORTH
2024
CITY COUNCIL
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES & GOALS
Description:
Create an environment where businesses and individuals have what they need to
thrive. Focus on using data, tools and partnerships to attract, retain and support
businesses in the City.
Goals:
1.1 Improve the development process.
1.2 Attract & retain corporations & jobs.
1.3 Support & develop small businesses.
Description:
Prioritize redevelopment and enhanced commercial development efforts with
a focus on neighborhood health, connectivity and opportunity, particularly in
underserved areas.
Goals:
2.1 Invest in and revitalize neighborhoods, including access to food & dining options.
2.2 Ensure access to affordable housing & address homelessness.
2.3 Focus on commercial & retail development, including growth corridors and mixed -use
development.
2.4 Sustain existing community & cultural assets; enhance recreation & learning opportunities.
3. Co m m u n RVA Safe
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Build community trust through enhanced transparency, communication and
responsiveness. View safety through a regional lens, using data and technology
to enhance public safety approaches. Prioritize strategic partnerships,
community programs and infrastructure improvements to ensure safe streets and
neighborhoods.
Goals:
3.1 Increase community presence & non-traditional approaches to enforcement.
3.2 Build trust through relationships, education & community listening.
3.3 Ease traffic flow & enhance road safety.
3.4 Shorten response times, improve reliability & outcomes of public safety services
3.5 Use modern approaches, data and technology.
3.6 Monitor and review the use of CCPD & other funding sources.
3.7 Enhance neighborhood infrastructure including streetlights, sidewalks & park lighting.
Description:
Design and build infrastructure in ways that heighten community safety
and provision of services. Ensure maintenance and functionality of existing
infrastructure.
Goals:
4.1 Ensure funding for & capacity of infrastructure.
4.2 Maintain infrastructure & assets on schedule.
4.2 Reduce & prevent negative impacts of flooding.
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Goals:
Description:
Proactively plan for growth, using community -driven long-range plans to guide
decisions. Focus on heightening geographic connectivity, elevating neighborhood
and economic prosperity while ensuring the support of key community partners.
5.1 Proactively plan for growth.
5.2 Enhance Connectivity of communities at both neighborhood & citywide levels.
5.3 Prioritize preservation of parks & open space.
5.4 Provide opportunities for robust public engagement in all planning processes.