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1. Complete the Hotel/Conference Center 2. Develop a more effective Plan Amendment Request review process for Edmond Plan IV to include the incorporation of the following: Parks and Trails Plan, Transportation Plan, Bicycle Plan, Basin Drainage/Flood Plan Studies and Downtown Plan 3. Promote Edmond’s unique and historical downtown, including a closer connection with Central Edmond Urban District Board on implementing the 2014 Edmond Downtown Master Plan 4. Identify plans for development of the current Police Department building and other City of Edmond buildings that need repurposing 5. Implement Phase II of Intelligent Traffic System 6. Renew existing General Fund second penny sales tax 7. Develop a process to determine items on capital expenditures project list 8. Create a unified brand to enhance communication with citizens 9. Establish tree canopy percentage goal and identify steps for implementation
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Continue development to become a destination to experience art, entertainment, amateur sporting events and outdoor recreation, including possible development of a performing arts center
2. Continue economic development of I-35 corridor 3. Promote Edmond as a livable community with access to recreation and transportation via: • Participation in Association of Central Oklahoma Governments’ Regional Transit Planning • Development of bike and multi-use trails
4. Explore expansion of library services
GENERAL COUNCIL POLICIES 1.
Extend, maintain and communicate City Council Strategic Plan for Edmond through semiannual reviews in May/June and updates and modifications in October/November for the next calendar year
2. Encourage and support cultural and historical activities in the community that are diverse and easily accessible for all citizens 3. Utilize input from boards and commissions and communicate their activities; initiate and encourage citizen and organizational development 4. Maintain an efficient development process and encourage utilization of technology in existing and future infrastructure to implement smart growth
1. Operate City of Edmond General Fund Budget with 10% minimum general fund balance 2. Pursue engineering of long range trans portation improvements to maximize our efforts for securing grant funds 3. Continue water conservation efforts and develop additional water supply resources 4.
Establish consistency in the operations and attendance of boards and commissions through orientation, recognition at City Council meetings, training, annual evaluation and staff support
5. Conduct biannual citizen survey
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Work with Edmond Economic Development Authority to engage in aggressive economic development through research of demographic information to create more local jobs and expand innovative public/private initiatives and strategic partnerships
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Continue to develop and strengthen partnerships with the University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond Public Schools, Francis Tuttle Technology Center, and Oklahoma Christian University to encourage equitable and informative partnerships in relationship to growth and future infrastructure needs
7. Maintain and promote the City of Edmond’s green resources through preservation of natural areas and watersheds, beautification of parkways, medians and public spaces 8. Pursue national, regional and local legislative goals and partnerships to achieve the highest level of service for constituents 9. Provide the highest level of public safety 10. Provide communication and education regarding emergency planning and proactive safety 11. Promote affordable housing in Edmond 12. Continue Edmond’s internal Sustainability Plan and support efforts to preserve and protect the environment for future generations by being good stewards of our resources 13. Promote healthy and diverse lifestyles, neighbor hoods and recreational resources 14. Continue proactive growth in Edmond Electric load factor to improve return on investment 15. Engage the local community using traditional and digital media tools
Charles Lamb Mayor May 2013–15 charles.lamb@edmondok.com
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OUR VISION
Victoria Caldwell Council Member Ward 1 May 2011–15 victoria.caldwell@edmondok.com
Edmond strives to be a diverse and innovative hometown committed to excellence through leadership, balanced growth and cooperation. These high standards will only be accomplished in full partnership with the community.
OUR MISSION The Edmond City Council leads by setting policy for City direction, by balancing growth and by serving as stewards of assets for today’s, as well as tomorrow’s, community and citizens.
Elizabeth Waner Council Member Ward 2 May 2011–15 elizabeth.waner@edmondok.com
OUR CORE VALUES Truth | We seek the truth and allow for fair and thorough deliberation. Integrity | We operate on the foundation of trust by honoring honest and open discussion with each other and our citizens.
Darrell Davis Council Member Ward 3 May 2013–17 darrell.davis@edmondok.com
Proactive | We believe in visionary leadership by creating opportunities for the citizens of Edmond to grow and define their community. Communication | We provide opportunities for diverse expression of thought and dialogue. Service | We believe in nurturing and advancing a united partnership between the Council, the City Staff and our Citizens. Accountability | We have high standards with regard to our monetary responsibilities, actions and performance and we hold ourselves accountable to these high standards.
Nick Massey Council Member Ward 4 May 2013–17 nick.massey@edmondok.com
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