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Kent City Council
Special Workshop
May 10, 2011
Councdmembers Present: Albertson, Harmon, Higgins, Perry, Ranniger, Paplee
and Thomas
The special meeting was called to order at 5:35 p.m. by Council President Perry.
2011 Vision/strateaic Plan, Facilitator Bonnie Boyle explained that tonight's
goal is to create a two-year work plan by determining which projects should be
included in the plan and built into the 2012-13 budget.
Each of the five strategic goals were then discussed by staff and Council.
Finance Director Nachlinger explained the goal to "Develop and Implement a
Sustainable Funding Model". Boyle made clarifications as to format It was
noted that this strategic goal does not impact the budget.
Economic & Community Development Director Ben Wolters outlined the "Create
Neighborhood Urban Centers" goal, along with Planning Services Director
Satterstrom, and Economic Development Manager Kurt Hanson.
Parks and Community Services Director Watling led a discussion of the goal to
"Create Connections for People and Places", along with Public Works Director
LaPorte, Information Technology Director Carrington, and Community and Public
Affairs Manager Witham
A review of the strategic goal to "Foster Inclusiveness" was led by Employee
Services Director Viseth, along with Watling and Witham.
The last strategic goal, to "Beautify Kent", was explained by Watling, LaPorte
and Satterstrom.
Boyle stated that the next step is to make the changes and additions to the plan
which were suggested during the discussions. Hodgson noted that the revised
plan will be provided to Councilmembers prior to the workshop on May 17.
The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
Brenda Jacober, CMC
City Clerk
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