HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 8536 RESOLUTION NO. 8536
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY COUNCIL'S IDENTIFIED
PRIORITIES FOR 2016
WHEREAS, the City Council and department heads held a planning and goal setting
retreat on February 29, 2016, at the Mounds View Community Center; and,
WHEREAS, at the retreat, the City Council reviewed and discussed the many issues
and challenges presently faced by the City; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council identified their most important priorities for 2016,which
are identified on the attached Exhibit A.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Mounds View City Council does
hereby approve its identified Priorities for 2016 as referenced in Exhibit A.
Adopted this 14th day of March, 2016.
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EXHIBIT A
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2016 City Council Priorities
On February 29, 2016, the Mounds View City Council and members of the management team held a
planning and goal-setting retreat at the Mounds View Community Center. The City of Mounds View
provides a variety of core and essential services to its residents, property owners and business owners.
Each of these service delivery areas is an acknowledged and supported priority and each supports the
City's Mission, Vision and Values statements. Recognizing that such core and essential services are
ongoing priorities, the City Council has chosen to focus particular attention this year on the following
identified goals, organized by City department:
ADMINISTRATION:
• Develop a program to recognize outstanding employee achievement
• Pursue the naming of County Road 10
• Ensure Mounds View's interests are protected and promoted relating to the Rice Creek Commons
redevelopment
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
• Encourage development and promote programs and opportunities to improve neighborhoods and
eliminate blight
• Develop the vision associated with Crossroad Pointe
FINANCE:
• Implement technology enhancements to expand access and availability to residents,businesses and
City departments;provide for greater security in parks and City buildings
POLICE:
• Promote positive partnerships and outreach efforts between the Mounds View Police Department
and the community it serves
PUBLIC WORKS
• Focus on corridor maintenance, aesthetics, landscaping and appearance;pursue linkages to
promote regional trailway connectivity
• Explore renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements;pursue Green-Step City
designation Level 2
• Finalize and approve the design, size, location,and financing plan for the new Public Works
building
• Develop a vision for City Hall Park
• Develop and approve a sustainable streets and utilities maintenance and reconstruction program
In addition to the above,the City Council believes the County Road 10 corridor to be a key component in
the City's redevelopment vision. A vibrant, easily accessible and aesthetically pleasing commercial
corridor will be Mounds View's foundation upon which our other amenities and community assets will be
strengthened and reinforced.
(Approved March 14,2016, Resolution 8536)