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2014l2015 ANNUAL REPORTS on the achievement of strategic plan objectives

333 Acadie Avenue Dieppe, New Brunswick E1A 1G9 Telephone: 877.7900 info@dieppe.ca dieppe.ca  

MISSION, VISION AND VALUES

Our mission

Our vision

We offer services to our residents to ensure a higher quality of life.

The City of Dieppe’s strong Acadian pride is reflected in its hospitality towards all. It is a great place in which to live and raise a family thanks to its intelligent development and concern for the environment.

Our values The City of Dieppe’s values:

Pride

Excellence

Transparency

We are proud of our Francophone Acadian heritage and our ability to provide services in both French and English.

We strive to do things well and professionally.

Transparency is key in our decision making process. We accept that we are accountable to our community for all of our decisions.

Integrity We are honest and open in all our dealings.

Respect We respect the people we serve and with whom we work. This respect helps to foster a spirit of mutual cooperation.

Ecology Environmental responsibility guides our actions.

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1 Community development

OUR STRATEGIC AREAS City Council determines the direction of the City of Dieppe. The 2013–2016 Strategic Plan defines six areas for which objectives and priorities are developed.

This plan allows Council and city management to direct their efforts to fulfil the municipal vision. Our projects and achievements for 2014 and 2015 are described in the following pages.

Dieppe residents are proud of their community and recognize the importance of contributing to its development. They value its Francophone identity, Acadian heritage, vitality, family-oriented atmosphere and its array of bilingual services.

2 Economic development Development has driven the growth of Dieppe for many years, and we recognize that it is essential to continue pursuing development in a sustainable and affordable manner. The Municipal Development Plan and the principles of sustainable development will guide our decisions and investments.

3 Environment and sustainable development The City of Dieppe enjoys an enviable environment with its foliage, its green spaces, its marshes and the Petitcodiac River. We are committed to maintaining, protecting and enriching this beautiful environment.

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4 Municipal infrastructure The ability to get around is particularly important for residents, who also want quality and diverse infrastructure. The municipality is therefore committed to using all its assets, maintaining them in good condition and, if necessary, expanding them in a responsible and sustainable manner.

5 Leadership and municipal management We seek to serve our community effectively and efficiently and to benefit from sound financial management. Our services must meet the expectations and needs expressed by our residents, be delivered in a timely manner, be of high quality and affordable.

6 Partnerships We can achieve all of our objectives when we work together toward a common goal. This is why the municipality encourages synergy between all stakeholders to maximize Dieppe’s potential.

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Strategic area

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

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Objective Promote a range of services and programs based on a needs analysis and long-term planning.

Performance indicators MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l Percentage of implementation of

57%

28%

the recommendations of the Leisure Services Master Plan l Percentage of the population who

Data for this measurement is 95% of participants said they were take part in the programs offered collected every three years through satisfied, 52% of whom said they

a community survey conducted by were very satisfied.

an external firm that is independent

of the municipality.

l Estimated percentage of the population Data for this measurement is The population demonstrates who take part in the programs offered collected every three years through sustained participation in activities

a community survey conducted by and frequent use of services and

an external firm that is independent facilities at their disposal.

of the municipality.

• 62% say they attended the Wednesday Show

• 60% the Dieppe KITE International festival

• 56% the August 15 celebrations

• 35% the Friendship Carnival

• 20% Fun on Ice

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Performance indicators (continued) MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l Number of new partnerships

12 7 established, maintained or improved New New

• Five-year agreement with the • Agreement with the Nova Scotia Dieppe Arts and Culture Centre International Air Show Association for its management. for the air show.

• Partnership agreement with • Memorandum of understanding NB 55+ Games Inc. regarding our application to

• Partnership agreement with organize the 2017 Jeux de la Really Local Harvest for the 2015 Francophonie canadienne. edition of the Harvest Festival.

Maintained or improved Improved

• Four-year agreement with the City • Two-year agreement with the of Moncton, the Université de Dieppe KITE International.

Moncton and the Fédération des • Three-year agreement with Tennis jeunes francophones du Dieppe.

Nouveau-Brunswick for the • Three-year agreement with the organization of the 2017 Jeux de la Dieppe Commandos for the use of Francophonie canadienne. the Arthur-J.-LeBlanc Centre.

• Three-year agreement with Tennis • Memorandum of understanding Dieppe for management of the with the Réseau atlantique de tennis courts in Dieppe. diffusion des arts de la scène Inc. to

• Three-year agreement with the hold the 2014, 2015 and 2016 Dieppe Commandos for the use of editions of FrancoFête en Acadie in the Olympic surface at the Dieppe.

Arthur-J.-LeBlanc Centre.

• Partnership with the Salon du livre Maintained de Dieppe Inc. • Partnership with the Salon du livre

• Partnership with Dieppe KITE de Dieppe Inc. International.

• Partnership agreement with FrancoFête en Acadie.

• Partnership agreement with Circus Stella.

• Partnership agreement with the District scolaire francophone Sud.

• Partnership agreement with the Anglophone East School District. l Examples of new programs established

2 1 in the field of arts and culture • Revision of Policy L-13 – Not-for- • Shows on Friday nights as part of profit sector, to include partnerships Fun on Ice. with the arts and culture sector.

• Adoption of a new policy, Policy L-20 – Donation requests. This policy accepts requests from the arts and culture sector.

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Objective Encourage and facilitate the community’s commitment to improving quality of life and promoting Acadian pride.

Performance indicators MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l Degree of pride among residents

Data for this measurement is collected every three years through a community survey conducted by an external firm that is independent of the municipality.

96% of residents surveyed said they were proud, of whom 46% said they were very proud.

Data for this measurement is collected every three years through a community survey conducted by an external firm that is independent of the municipality.

34% say they have volunteered at least a few times in 2014, of whom 11% say they have volunteered at least once a week and 8% at least once a month.

surveyed.

l Estimated percentage of residents

who volunteer

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The frequency with which Dieppe residents volunteer remains stable compared to 2011.

l Example of involvement or

Applied to host the Les Arts et la Ville conference.

contribution where the municipality played an important role in the advancement of La Francophonie or Acadian culture or heritage

Joseph Doiron House Purchase of the property located at 1150 Amirault Street. It was built in 1841 and served as a place for gatherings and celebrations for the village of Saint-Anselme. Its basement also served as a school.

Les Arts et la Ville conference Hosted the 28th edition of this gathering of about 300 participants on issues related to local cultural development.

This is the first time that this conference has been held outside of Quebec.

Performance indicators (continued) MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

l Examples of community involvement

Participatory budget project in improving quality of life An approach that allows residents

to decide how to spend a portion of

the municipal budget to meet the

community’s needs.

Imagine Dieppe

Citizen participation exercise that

involved the community in establishing

priorities and a vision for the City. The

residents’ contribution allowed for the

municipality’s Strategic Plan to be

renewed.

2014 RESULTS Adopt a fire hydrant An initiative encouraging residents to clear snow from a fire hydrant in their neighbourhood in order to prevent firefighters from losing precious seconds clearing snow from a fire hydrant during a fire.

Review of the Municipal Development Plan A master plan that guides the municipality’s growth and development.

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Strategic area

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

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Objective Promote and support the development of a downtown that stimulates economic and social activity.

Performance indicators MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l Number and description of projects

21 projects, including 1 new project, 15 renovations, 4 demolitions and 5 signs

12 projects, including 2 new projects, 6 renovations and 4 signs

$2,100,000 and $465,500 from renovations

$2,409,000 and $292,150 from renovations

undertaken in the downtown core

l Value of building permits from new

construction in the downtown core

Objective Promote maximum usage of current municipal land while at the same time planning for future use.

Performance indicators MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l The cumulative ratio between the

66.8% for the residential sector and 33.2% for the non-residential sector

67.5% for the residential sector and 32.5% for the non-residential sector

30% for the residential sector and 70% for the non-residential sector

42% for the residential sector and 58% for the non-residential sector

residential and non-residential sectors

l The annual ratio of the value of permits

for new construction between residential and non-residential sectors

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ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Strategic area

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Objective Ensure that sustainable development principles are integrated into growth projects.

Performance indicators MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l Examples of green decisions adopted

Adoption of the report, “Flood Protection Approach Concerning Climate Change,” submitted by the firm Amec Foster Wheeler

Adoption of a sustainability plan

by City Council

l Estimated number of public transit

211,588

155,808

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8 Six of these changes result from the review of the Municipal Development Plan.

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trips per year l Number of variances (This measure is

important because it indicates trends regarding adherence to and relevance of the zoning bylaw requirements. The decrease since 2011 and consistency since 2013 is a positive sign.)

l Number of changes to the land use plan and zoning map (This measure is important because it indicates trends regarding development and adherence to the Municipal Plan and zoning bylaw.

Dieppe seems to be keeping this number to a minimum, which is good.)

Objective Encourage and promote environmental protection and sustainable development thus, making Dieppe a leader in the field.

Performance indicators MEASURES l Examples and descriptions of green

2015 RESULTS

Adoption of the Destination 2040 initiatives undertaken report

2014 RESULTS Partnerships with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the Association francophone des municipalités du Nouveau-Brunswick.

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Strategic area

MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE

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Objective Continue to improve the road transport system to facilitate the efficient movement of people and vehicles.

Performance indicators MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l Percentage of surveyed residents who

Data for this measurement is Road conditions were satisfied with road and traffic collected every three years • 24% are fully satisfied conditions through a community survey • 48% have a neutral or moderately

conducted by an external firm positive opinion

that is independent of the • 29% believe that further efforts are

municipality. needed

Traffic

• 53% note the municipality’s efforts to improve traffic

• 35% have a neutral or moderately positive opinion

• 11% believe that additional efforts are needed

• 1% do not know

Objective Continue to improve municipal infrastructure in order to meet residents’ current and future needs.

Performance indicators MEASURES l Examples of Council decisions or

2015 RESULTS

N/A initiatives to improve accessibility

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2014 RESULTS Hosting the Walk and Roll event Dieppe hosted the annual regional event as part of New Brunswick’s provincial Disability Awareness Week.

Strategic area

LEADERSHIP AND MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT

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Objective Promote and support an approach aimed at the continuous improvement and effective management of our resources.

Performance indicators MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l Municipal service costs per $100

$1.72

$1.74

assessment

Objective Promote teamwork and decision-making guided by a visionary approach.

Performance indicators MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l Examples of decisions demonstrating

• Adoption of the Municipal Plan leadership and vision • Adoption of the Destination 2040 report

Lakeville water source protection The municipality has taken the necessary steps to protect the water source, such as purchasing land.

l Fiscal capacity

1.14 This is a formula used by the Province of New Brunswick to compare a municipality’s service rate.

The City of Dieppe is performing well in this regard compared to other major cities in New Brunswick.

Data for the Province of

New Brunswick not available

for 2015.

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Strategic area

PARTNERSHIPS

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Objective Encourage and promote the collaboration of various levels of government and other public and private organizations in the development of Dieppe.

Performance indicators MEASURES

2015 RESULTS

2014 RESULTS

l Percentage of annual general operating

1.77% ($850,595)

1.90% ($871,177)

10.61% ($1,562,666) out of a budget of $14,735,000

9.01% ($1,442,757) out of a budget of $16,008,000

$5,740,000

$99,068

budget coming from provincial and federal governments

l Percentage of annual capital budgets coming from provincial and federal governments l Total amount of new revenue coming

from provincial and federal governments l Examples and descriptions of

Dieppe Rotary Club Agreement with the participation by public organizations Financial partner in developing the New Brunswick Housing in municipal growth projects splash pad at Rotary St-Anselme Park. Corporation

Partner in downtown Dieppe

dwelling relocation. l Partnerships with the public and

Agreement with Moncton private sectors Dieppe entered into a multi-year

agreement for management of the

public transit system.

Agreement with Cap-PelĂŠ

Dieppe has entered into a service

agreement for municipal bylaw

officers.

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Shuttle service Offered free to residents wishing to travel to the eastern and southern ends of Dieppe, and allows them to reach the bus transportation system.

Special transportation service Available to residents with disabilities preventing them from using the public transit system.

333 Acadie Avenue Dieppe, New Brunswick E1A 1G9 Telephone: 877.7900 info@dieppe.ca dieppe.ca