DATE:
May 7, 2024
TO:
Mayor and Council Members
FROM:
Rachel Molina, City Manager
BY:
Melinda Sayre, Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
Erin Baum, Assistant City Clerk
SUBJECT:
Adoption of Mission Statement and Goals
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council formally adopt the City Mission Statement, Values, and Goals as revised.
BACKGROUND
The City Council held a goal setting workshop on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. The workshop provided an opportunity for council Members to review elements of effective governance, discuss and confirm goals for the coming year, and discuss the City’s mission and values.
ISSUES/ANALYSIS
During the meeting City Council revised the City’s Mission statement to read; “Valuing our rural character while embracing new living and economic opportunities, the City of Hesperia is dedicated to providing a safe community where all can thrive.” The City’s Values were defined as;
Responsive Service
Integrity
Innovation
Efficiency
The City’s goal statement was revised to reflect the following:
Goal
Goal Statement
Public Safety
Ensure public safety resources adequately protect our community Future Development
Facilitate balanced growth to ensure cohesive community development and pursue economic development.
Organizational Health
Foster a high performing organization that provides opportunities for professional growth Financial Health
Maintain a balanced budget and adequate reserves
Capital Improvement
Continually evaluate capital improvement priorities
With the revision of the City’s goal statement, City staff reports will include which City goals are furthered by items as included below.
CITY GOAL SUPPORTED BY THIS ITEM
Organizational Health: foster a high performing organization that provides opportunities for professional growth.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of the recommended action.
ALTERNATIVE(S)
Provide alternative direction to staff.
ATTACHMENT(S)
None
City of Hesperia STAFF REPORT City of Hesperia STAFF REPORT City of Hesperia
STAFF REPORT
City of Hesperia
STAFF REPORT
Staff Report to the Mayor and Council Members
Adoption of Mission Statement and Goals
May 7, 2024