The time is now to plan ahead and welcome the future Neepawa establishes 2023 to 2026 strategic plan

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

Neepawa has laid out its priorities for the near future, with the passing of its new strategic plan. The document was given final approval during a council meeting on Tuesday, Mar. 21.

Mayor Brian Hedley said this framework will provide direction for the municipal government over the next four years.

“As one of Manitoba’s fastest growing community’s, the time is now to plan ahead and welcome the future. We need to imagine what the town will look like, how it will operate, how it will grow and how business will flourish,” said Hedley.

The five priorities

The strategic plan, which can be found on the Town of Neepawa’s website, out- lines five priorities. Those priorities, in basic terms, are as follows:

1. Well Balanced Growth: Managing the consistent community growth in Neepawa, with specific attention to the ongoing development of fiscally responsible infrastructure;

2. Sustainability and Stewardship: Specifically, making sure Neepawa can continue to provide a safe and reliable water supply. As well, create strategies that take into account the environmental and economic vulnerability of municipal lands;

3. Economic Stability and Prosperity: The creation and improvement of regional partnerships to help attract, retain and expand industrial/commercial/business development;

4. Fiscal Responsibility: Integrate responsible financial controls with a focus on finding alternative revenues sources, outside of the traditional tax base; and

A new multi-year strategic plan (2023 to 2026) has been developed by the Town of Neepawa and consists of five priorities.

5. Vibrant, Safe and Healthy Community: Meeting the needs of the community, while also promoting healthy living.

In his elaboration on the