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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970RESOLUTION NO. _1 ........ 9_7_0 __ A RESOLUTION of the city council of the City of Kent, Washington, amending the City's vision, mission, goals and values, and adopting a Strategic Framework. RECITALS A. On October 18, 2016, the city council passed Resolution No . 1936 which set forth a Strategic Plan for the City. B. Recently, the mayor and city council reviewed the City's vision, mission, goals and values to ensure they align with those of the current administration and council. After consulting with department directors, the mayor and council president proposed changes to the City's vision, mission, goals and values, and reframed these into a Strategic Framework that will guide future activities of the City. C. The purpose of this resolution is to set forth the City's Strategic Framework to provide direction and guidance to the City's elected officials and city employees as they prioritize, schedule, and complete their work for the City. NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT, WASHINGTON, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: 1 Resolution - Strategic Framework RESOLUTION SECTION 1. -Recitals Incorporated. The foregoing recitals are incorporated into the body of this resolution and will act as the findings of the Kent City Council on this matter. SECTION 2. -Strategic Framework. The Kent City Council adopts the following Strategic Framework setting forth the City's vision, mission, goals and values in order to provide direction and guidance to the City's elected officials and city employees as they prioritize, schedule, and complete their work for the City. Vision Where people choose to live and businesses change the world. Mission The City of Kent is committed to building a safe, thriving, sustainable, and inclusive community. Goals • Thriving City: Creating safe neighborhoods, healthy people, vibrant commercial districts, and inviting parks and recreation. • Evolving Infrastructure: Connecting people and places through strategic investments in physical and technological infrastructure. • Inclusive Community: Embracing our diversity and advancing equity through genuine community engagement. • Innovative Government: Delivering outstanding customer service, developing leaders, and fostering innovation. 2 Resolution - Strategic Framework • Sustainable Services: Providing quality services through responsible financial management, economic growth, and partnerships. Values • Integrity: Do the Right Thing. • Caring: Care for Those We Serve. • Communication: Connect to Understand. • Teamwork: Work Together. • Innovation: Find a Way. • Achievement: Be the Difference. SECTION 3. -Corrections by City Clerk. Upon approval of the city attorney, the city clerk is authorized to make necessary corrections to this resolution, including but not limited to the correction of clerical errors, and resolution, section, or subsection numbering. SECTION 4. -Effective Date. This resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its passage. PASSED at a regular open public meeting by the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington, this \ q~ day of Jur'l{) « , 2018. CONCURRED in by the Mayor of the City of Kent this l C\ "r"-day of j\)'1'.'.\Rc , 2018. 3 Resolution - Strategic Framework ATTEST: ATTORNEY 4 Resolution - Strategic Framework