Council Strategic Themes

The County of Grande Prairie Council has identified six areas which will receive special attention and focus during the term of this strategic plan. These strategic theme areas were selected based on community feedback, current service information from administration, and a thorough understanding of the challenges that lie ahead.

For each Strategic Theme, Council outlined the outcomes it wishes to achieve in the next four years.

STRATEGIC THEME 1 | Effective Transportation Networks

Provide transportation networks that take advantage of responsive technology and align with the needs of residents, business, and industry.

STRATEGIC THEME 2 | Fiscal Management

Develop a sustainable financial framework to build safe and prosperous communities.

STRATEGIC THEME 3 | Economic Development

Build vibrant, prosperous and sustainable communities by facilitating connections with our partners and stakeholders to encourage economic and community development.

• Key outcome 1.A: Build on our success as advocates and work to complete major transportation components.

• Key Outcome 1.B: Plan and complete effective internal transportation networks meeting citizen and stakeholder needs.

• Key Outcome 1.C: Understand and measure efficiencies in the transportation network.

• Key Outcome 2.A: Develop sustainable reserve policies to aid in long-term fiscal and infrastructure sustainability and growth.

• Key Outcome 2.B: Review tax revenue and assessment policies to meet the financial needs of the County, while remaining competitive.

• Key Outcome 2.C: Review and implement organizational efficiencies.

• Key Outcome 3.A: Identify and/or lead opportunities with partner agencies to encourage economic development growth.

• Key Outcome 3.B: Work with non-profits to build communities of choice.

• Key Outcome 3.C: Identify opportunities for greater flexibility in land use for economic development benefits.

• Key Outcome 3.D: Consolidate and upgrade internal technology services to streamline and improve citizen services.

• Key Outcome 3.E: Advocate for increased telecommunication connectivity to support economic development.

STRATEGIC THEME 4 | Effective Land-Use Management

Manage land effectively by balancing the need for growth while minimizing conflict through land-use planning.

• Key Outcome 4.A: Confirm the key provisions of the Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and conduct ongoing analysis to determine its impact on land development.

• Key Outcome 4.B: Clarify and communicate the County’s land use management framework (regulations/policies) to all interested stakeholders.

• Key Outcome 4.C: Address concerns regarding land assessment ratings.

STRATEGIC THEME 5 | Community Wellness and Safety

Foster community wellness and safety by being collaborative partners in the development and delivery of programs and activities.

• Key Outcome 5.A: Develop a Community Wellness and Safety Strategy including an inventory of programs, services, agencies, and partners, to improve the safety and security of residents.

• Key Outcome 5.B: Support non-traditional (low cost/no cost) programming.

• Key Outcome 5.C: Incorporate Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles in both short-term and long-range land approval and building permitting processes.

• Key Outcome 5.D: Increase citizen awareness and involvement in community safety initiatives.

STRATEGIC THEME 6 | Governance and Leadership

Innovative leadership with a strong commitment to customer service that best fits resident and business needs.

• Key Outcome 6.A: Be a strong partner in development of inter-municipal relationships.

• Key Outcome 6.B: Improve customer service protocols for the County.

• Key Outcome 6.C: Review citizen demographics and use data as ongoing planning input.

• Key Outcome 6.D: Build a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.