“Happiness is not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort.” - Franklin D. Roosevelt Hello and welcome to Engage, a publication that allows us to connect with one another on things that are important to us. As we read through the submissions that many of you sent for publication, and reflected on some of the wonderful accomplishments we have been a part of this fall, we were reminded of all the remarkable individuals and teams that work together to serve the citizens of our City. From taking a leadership role in community engagement and enhancement initiatives, to fostering environments that encourage public dialogue and discourse, to extending ourselves beyond the call of duty, we deserve an appreciative nod to all that we do, and all that we represent. We encourage you to take a few moments to read through the stories that capture some of our recent accomplishments. And if you recognize a colleague who has done something admirable, take an extra minute to let them know.
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Strategic Communications Effec�ve communica�ons with ci�zens is a sound investment that strengthens public service delivery. It builds community pride, encourages growth and increases public confidence in its local government. The City strategically uses communica�ons to foster rela�onships with ci�zens and community partners to achieve a shared understanding of service expecta�ons, realize community and organiza�onal goals, and serve the public interest.
Indicators of Progress 1. Percentage of ci�zens indica�ng the City is effec�ve in communica�ng service expecta�ons 2. Percentage of ci�zens and employees who consider themselves well-informed about City programs, issues and ini�a�ves 3. Percentage of funding for key projects and ini�a�ves provided by external partners
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A publication for employees and retirees of the
City of Saint John