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Strategic Plan
2014 -2015
Fostering a more INCLUSIVE and I
SUSTAINABLE Iowa City through
a commitment to:
Healthy Neighborhoods
A Strong Urban Core
Strategic Economic Development Activities
A Solid Financial Foundation
Enhanced Communication and Marketing
New Initiatives
Healthy Neighborhoods
Evaluate programs and methods to promote affordable
housing including city specific and regional actions
Partner with the ICCSD regarding planned improvements to
older schools and the development of new elementary
schools that collectively contribute to stronger neighborhoods
designed for long -term sustainability
New Initiatives
Strategic Economic Development Activities
Inform the City Council and the Iowa City community about
current programs and services provided by City, Chamber of
Commerce, ICAD and others to foster local business growth
and economic development; and review duties and
responsibilities of the various organizations engaged in
economic development in Iowa City
Forge additional partnerships with the University of Iowa
(Research Park, mixed use, etc.)
Examine enhancing the CDBG micro - enterprise loan
program to demonstrate to the general public that Iowa City
is committed to serving all populations and ensuring the long-
term sustainability of the community
New Initiatives I
Enhanced Communication and Marketing
Advance intent of Ad Hoc Diversity Committee recommendations and
develop new programs /initiatives that directly respond to ongoing
concerns
• Increase the diversity of city staff and department leadership
• Explore ways to facilitate and improve relations between city staff and
minority residents
• Achieve greater racial /ethnic diversity on city boards and commissions
• Examine alternative approaches to delivering services and programs for
senior citizens
■ Consider establishing council member "listening posts" on a regular
basis in different parts of the city; consider the possibility of joint
listening posts with representatives of other governing bodies
Meet on regular basis with members of the ICCSD board
Develop comprehensive communications plan and a marketing strategy
for the community
Incorporate the 2013 Sustainability Assessment findings into operations
and develop an associated action plan for the community
Next Steps
■ Receive Council feedback on proposed language
and new initiatives (tonight)
Adopt a resolution establishing the 2014 -15
Strategic Plan (January 7t")
Staff presentation of the first Action Plan and
quarterly update (March or April)