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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 8.1 - 3327 Mission-Vision-Values Updates Page 1 of 3 STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL DATE: August 18, 2020 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Linda Smith, City Manager SUBJECT: Revisions to the City’s Mission, Vision, and Values Prepared by: John Stefanski, Assistant to the City Manager EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City Council will consider revising the City’s Mission, Vision, and Values. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the report and provide direction on the City’s Mission, Vision and Values. FINANCIAL IMPACT: None. DESCRIPTION: At the July 21, 2020, City Council Meeting, the City Council directed Staff to place on a future City Council Meeting agenda an opportunity for the City Council to discuss revisions to the City’s Mission, Vision, and Values. Current Mission, Vision, and Values The City of Dublin’s Two-Year Strategic Plan (Plan) sets the overall direction for the City, guiding resources and setting specific objectives to drive City action. The Plan also includes the City’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The City Council discussed and recommended modifications to these items at the March 5, 2020, Strategic Planning Session. The City Council then adopted the updated Mission, Vision, and Values alongside the Fiscal Years 2021 and 2022 Strategic Plan on May 5, 2020. The current versions of the Mission, Vision, and Values are described below. These all were contemplated prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic Emergency. As such, these may be revisited as a part of the City’s COVID-19 response. Page 2 of 3 Mission The City’s Mission sets the City’s purpose, or what the City achieves as a municipal corporation. The Mission of the City for this two-year period is the same as the previous Mission: The City of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life, ensures a safe and secure environment, and fosters new opportunities. Vision The City’s Vision defines the aspirations of the City, aligning the Mission statement with what the municipal corporation strives to be and become. The Vision for the City during this two-year period is the same as the previous Vision: Dublin is a great community to live, work, and raise a family. Values The City’s Values define what the City believes. These values set the standard according to which all City employees will act and which they will support. The Values of the City for this two-year period include a new Value of “Inclusivity” and are listed as follows: • Safety- We are dedicated to excellent public safety resources, including police and fire. • Finances- We will strive to be fiscally transparent and balance our budgets annually. • Inclusivity- We will advocate for programs and policies that support inclusive access to housing, and cultural opportunities. • Innovation- We will continue to innovate in every aspect of government and promote innovation within the business community. • Customer Service- We will provide welcoming, excellent customer services to our residents and businesses at all times. • Living an Active Lifestyle- We will continuously promote an active lifestyle through our parks and facilities and encourage participation in local sports. • History- We will honor our history through places and programs that remind people of our beginnings. • Business- We will provide a full spectrum of opportunity by supporting current and prospective businesses through ongoing economic development efforts and helping them grow and thrive locally. • Environmental Sustainability- We will continue to lead in building a well-planned sustainable community and protecting our natural resources. Over the course of this Spring, various Public Comments have been made requesting modifications to the Mission, Vision, and Values to include specific language around Page 3 of 3 diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Staff is seeking specific revisions and/or additions to the existing Mission, Vision, and Values which the City Council desires to make at this time. Next Steps If the City Council wishes to modify the Mission, Vision and Values, Staff will return to the City Council with a resolution to adopt the updates. STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE: None. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: None. ATTACHMENTS: None.