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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: September 22, 2014
AGENDA#: 8A
PREPARED BY: Frank Boyles, City Manager
PRESENTED BY: Frank Boyles, City Manager
AGENDA ITEM: CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2014
UPDATE OF THE 2040 VISION AND STRATEGIC PLAN.
DISCUSSION: Introduction
The purpose of this agenda item is to adopt the updated 2040 Vision and
Strategic plan as a result of the 2040 Vision update session held in April so
that a document can be finalized, published and distributed.
History
When the Strategic Plan was originally adopted 12 years ago, it was
agreed that the document would be updated regularly. Over time, the City
Council has refined the process so that in non-election years (odd-
numbered) the City Council refines the document and prioritizes vision
elements. In election years (even-numbered) the full update process is
used including a community survey and community-wide input through one
or more visioning sessions.
Current Circumstances
Accordingly, the City Council invited the community to participate in an
update workshop last April. With over 100 community members present,
the workshop kicked off with Dr. Bill Morris presenting his findings from the
January 2014 community survey. The community survey focused the group
on what was important to residents, how they feel about the direction of the
City, and where they might have concerns about city services.
Springsted consultant Dave Unmacht followed by leading participants
through exercises designed to focus the discussion on the vision for the
future, as well as solicit feedback on priorities. There was a tremendous
amount of thought, energy and feedback provided from the group.
Following the visioning session, Mr. Unmacht and City staff spent a
number of hours distilling the comments and feedback from the workshop
into refinements for the 2040 Vision document. A draft of the proposed
document was reviewed with the City Council in a work session in August—
absent the graphic design work that staff will do once the Council approves
the final text. With updates from the work session, the draft document was
distributed to approximately 150 Vision session participants for feedback
giving them two weeks to submit any comments they might have.
Phone 952.447.9800 / Fax 952.447.4245/www.cityofpriorlake.com
Conclusion
The deadline for comments has now passed, and no significant changes
were proposed. The final text is presented to the Council for adoption.
Upon Council approval, Communications Coordinator Mike Peterson will
begin the final layout and graphics, and staff would hope to distribute the
document via mail to each household in November.
ISSUES: There was no significant feedback or theme(s) present in the comments
provided by workshop participants either at the workshop or thereafter, or
in the community survey results to indicate that major shifts in the Vision
are necessary. If anything, the feedback validated that the City is on the
right track. There were suggestions for general edits of the document to
make it more user-friendly and less text heavy, and many of those have
been incorporated.
The primary changes proposed in this 9th iteration of the 2040 Vision
document include:
1. River South was incorporated into the Vision Statement.
2. The specific description of"what you might see in 2040" was edited
to be less text heavy and somewhat more generalized.
3. Element descriptions, which was one of the exercises at the
visioning session, were shortened.
4. Goals that were determined to be on-going or annual tasks of City
staff and City Council were removed or modified to be on a
deadline.
5. New goals, as identified by participants at the visioning session,
include short- (12mos-24 mos.), mid- (24 mos. —60 mos.), and
long-(+60 mos.) term references rather than specific dates.
6. Community survey results were incorporated throughout the
document since it is the primary source of the objective data for the
plan.
In terms of goals, the list you will see "stays the course" much like the
feedback indicates. Projects reflected include items that Council members
have either directed or approved as part of long-term planning documents.
Several goals have been added that reflect recent direction from the
Council related to the flooding issues we faced in 2014, including beginning
the long-term process for evaluating options to manage flood levels. Other
goals include construction of a new well, creating a more mobile work
force, providing programs that support River South economic and
commercial objectives, and launching a new City website and mobile app.
FINANCIAL The work contemplated under the 2040 Vision becomes the basis for future
IMPACT: budgets and capital improvement documents, which are considered by the
Council on an annual basis. There is no question that some of the goals
and objectives of the 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan will impact future
budgets and the CIP.
In terms of the 2040 Vision document itself, the 2014 operating budget
includes funds to update and distribute the revised document.
ALTERNATIVES: 1. Motion and second to adopt a Resolution approving the updated 2040
Vision and Strategic Plan and authorizing staff to finalize, publish and
distribute the document.
2. Take no action and provide the staff with additional direction.
RECOMMENDED Alternative#1.
MOTION:
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RESOLUTION 14-xxx
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2014 UPDATE OF THE
2040 VISION AND STRATEGIC PLAN.
Motion By: Second By:
WHEREAS, Twelve years ago in 2002, the City of Prior Lake developed a strategic plan document based
upon community input; and
WHEREAS, Since its original adoption, the Vision and Strategic Plan has been updated eight times; and
WHEREAS, The Vision and Strategic Plan is the foundation of the City's long-term planning documents
which also include the Comprehensive Plan, Capital Improvement Program, and annual
budgets; and
WHEREAS, The 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan has received input form City residents both through a
community survey which took place in January 2014, and the visioning session attended by
100 stakeholders in April 2014.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PRIOR LAKE,
MINNESOTA as follows:
1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein.
2. The 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan draft dated August 2014 is hereby approved for finalization,
publication and distribution.
3. The City Manager is directed to implement the 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan through documents
including the Comprehensive Plan, Capital Improvement Program and annual budgets.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 22th DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2014.
VOTE Hedberg Keeney McGuire Morton Soukup
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Prior Lake:A Wonderful Place to Live, Work and Play for a Lifetime
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There is no question that it is hard to build a City. In 2014, Prior Lake is now a community of
approximately 18 square miles, 24,000 residents, 100 miles of roads, over 5,471 acres of parkland
comprising 55 community parks and 3 regional parks, 80 miles of sidewalks and trails, over 2,000 acres
of water comprising 14 lakes, 8400 homes, and a growing business community. One of the biggest
challenges to achieving the 2040 Vision is keeping focused on the end result amidst the many
complexities and challenges of government.
Because of the focus it provides, the 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan is the most important document in
our City. It is the blueprint that defines what our community will become and the incremental steps we
must take to get there. It keeps us focused on what our community says it wants to be based upon
community-wide periodic visioning sessions and professionally administered surveys. The plan
represents the areas of strategic importance we must tackle together to achieve the Prior Lake Vision.
This is not a new document—but rather a refined one. The original 2020 Vision effort first began in 2002,
and since that time, has included input from hundreds of residents, elected officials, City staff, and
community stakeholders. Each review session seeks to evaluate if we are on the right track, reviews new
information available to us, and determines the next benchmarks we must achieve toward realizing our
Vision.
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This 9th iteration is the 2040 Vision that unfolds in the subsequent pages. As a Prior Lake citizen,you play
a critical role as this blueprint is translated into reality. Even though the current planning process is
complete, your familiarity with the Vision will assure that the City Council and City staff continue to get
productive input and stay focused. It is our hope that you will tell your friends and neighbors about all
the good things envisioned for our community,and that you will become an engaged, positive and active
participant in making our 2040 Vision a reality.
Mayor Ken Hedberg Councilor Rick Keeney
Councilor Mike McGuire
Councilor Monique Morton
Councilor Vanessa Soukup
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Mission
The mission of the City of Prior Lake is to enhance the quality of life for citizens by providing quality
services which result in a safe and healthy community; recreation and leisure opportunities; preservation
and effective use of lakes, parks and other natural resources; economic vitality; and the promotion of
partnerships,volunteerism and civic pride.
Vision
Prior lake is known for its lakes, vibrant parks system, outdoor amenities, recreation opportunities, and
numerous entertainment venues.Together with "River South" entertainment venues, this area enjoys a
reputation as a great place to visit and stay.The residents of Prior Lake reinforce a warm, small-town feel
by supporting neighborhoods, participating in community, and welcoming visitors with courtesy and
hospitality.
Prior lake's downtown serves as the hub of the city, offering walkable destinations, specialty shopping,
dining, entertainment and services that meet the needs of residents and visitors alike.
In parallel, Prior Lake has emerged as a center of technology and innovation, offering attractive jobs to
its residents. The City has earned a reputation as a great place to start a high-quality business and grow
it to success, with resources and support for home-based businesses, business incubators and
telecommuters.
All this has been achieved while maintaining a sound base of quality housing,strong neighborhoods,and
safe, secure living for all. A well run City Council and city administration innovates and collaborates,
continuously raising productivity and stretching every taxpayer's dollar for maximum value. Sound fiscal
management includes both immediate attention to local tax burden and also a long-term view toward
building and sustaining the infrastructure essential to a high quality of life for generations to come.
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This is what you might see in 2040.......
The Prior Lake residential community includes a variety of quality housing for all ages, incomes and
lifestyles. Several areas take advantage of adjacent lakes, while other are built around the many parks.
Neighborhoods and commercial areas are connected by trails to promote a healthy, unified community.
• The City of Prior Lake maintains a high quality of life for its residents by cost-effectively
collaborating to share services with neighboring communities, community groups and service
organizations.
• Prior Lake is a safe and healthy community with citizens engaged with the many active police
and safety activities.The trail systems and community centers provide activities to keep citizens
active and fit.
• Operations and maintenance decisions, and system replacement are made with consideration
of total lifecycle costs. Environmentally sensitive, green, and sustainable products, equipment
and infrastructure are chosen whenever practical.
• Opportunities to connect with the City, other neighborhoods, and local organizations are
plentiful — from walking in the door at City Hall and traditional resources like the Prior Lake
American and City Wavelength,to utilizing new electronic tools and social media. Residents will
find everything from upcoming community events to code and zoning information.
The Prior Lake park system is one reason property values are higher in Prior Lake.There is a mix of active
and passive parks with a trail system connecting the parks and major destinations. Individual recreation
such as Frisbee golf and paddle boats are balanced with organized sports.
• Sunset Trail (Cty. Rd 12) allows parking along the streets for Spring Lake Park and athletic field
users. The installation of curb and gutter updates the neighborhood and helps the park with
flooding and sanitary issues.A biking/walking trail connects the park internally and with adjacent
trails outside the park.
• Spring Lake Regional Park is home to a soccer/lacrosse complex with lighted fields and a multi-
purpose concessions/services facility located near a central children's playground. The parking
area is the trailhead for multiple trails in and through the Spring Lake Regional Park.
• The water quality of Spring, Upper, and Lower Prior Lakes is improved due to programs
developed and initiated by the collaborative efforts of all contributors of the watershed. In
addition, new trails, boat landings and other amenities provide multiple recreational uses for all.
The Prior Lake commercial districts provide services and jobs for our 16,000 households, as well as
support growing entertainment and tourism destinations in northern Scott County. Areas include the
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expanded Downtown, the intersection of County Road 21 and County Road 42, Deerfield/Waterfront
Passage/Welcome Avenue Business Parks, and Mystic Lake and other recreational enterprises.
• Entertainment Venues including golf courses,parks, lakes,theaters and casino thrive and anchor
the region's commercial businesses. River South becomes a recognizable regional brand that
promotes northern Scott County as a recreation destination, including ValleyFair, Mystic Lake
Casino, Canterbury Downs, and the Renaissance Festival.
• Downtown Prior Lake offers a walkable gathering place including rooftop restaurants, bakery,
music, art venues, shops,a grocery and wine store,VFW, dance studio, pharmacy, and parking—
all conveniently located near the park and the lake where recreation and outdoor activities are
available.
• Intersection of County Road 21/42 develops as a commercial gateway from the north, including
properties such as Jeffers Waterfront and Jeffers Pond,Vierling properties,and Summit Preserve.
High-quality retail and service shops, restaurants, a conference center and resort hotel exist in a
mixed-use environment with senior residential housing, and parks and trails.
• Deerfield/Waterfront Passage/Welcome Avenue Business parks are developed with a mix of
multi-story commercial buildings and industrial warehouses. Technology, construction,
gas/convenience store, offices, fast food restaurants provide employment and make this a busy
and thriving area.
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WHAT • ® LAKE RESIDENTS 1
In 2005, 2011 and 2014 the City has sought objective information about the community and services
directly from its residents through a professionally administered survey by the firm Morris and
Leatherman.The telephone survey includes 400 randomly selected adult residents of the City. In general,
random samples such as this yield results projectable to the entire Prior Lake population within +/- 5%
in 95 out of 100 cases. A complete copy of the survey results are available by request.
The results of the survey below are the key metrics the City uses for determining if our community is"on
course"to our Vision.
Quality of Life • 95%rate the quality of life in Prior Lake as
2014 City of Prior Lake 'good"or"excellent"
70 82 84
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• 20% believe 'growth" is the biggest issue
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30 • 91%say the sense of community is 'good"
20 to "excellent"
10 e 5 5 • 30% think safety is the most important
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Excellent Good Only Fair Poor Unsure
702005 Study 02011 Study®2014 Study • 67% of safety concerns focused on traffic
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Like Most about City Fixed or Improved for Future Currently Missing
2014 City of Prior Lake 2014 City of Prior Lake 2014 City of Prior Lake
Unsure c Lower Taxes 15 More Retail 15
Location �. Street Maintenance 15
Less Growth 13 More Jobs 15
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Small Town Feel
More Retail 9, More Entertainment 12
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City Spending 7
Safe More Restaurants 8
X2005 Stud More Restaurants 4 � ,
Schools X2011 Stud Schools 4
Neighborhood ®2014 Stud Downtown 3 More Public Transit 3
Lake ° Traffic Congestion 2 Scattered 5
People ° Scattered 4 Unsure 4
Parks&Recreation Unsure 4
Scattered
Nothing 20 Nothing 38
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Most Serious Issue Most Important Aspect of Quality of Life
2014 City of Prior Lake 2014 City of Prior Lake
Unsure Safety 30
Crime Sense of Community 18
Growth
Taxes Quality of Schools 15
Schools .. - Small Town Feel 11
City Services
Traffic 1 X2005 Study Open Spaces/Nature 9
City Government
:2011 Study Quiet(Peaceful 9
Lack Commercial 02014 Study
Lack Industrial 1- Lake 3
Street Maintenance Parks and Recreation 3
City Spending
Downtown Feel Scattered 2
Drinking Water Quality Unsure 1
Scattered
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
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The following seven Strategic Elements break down the Vision into key parts. Each element includes an
introductory statement,followed by the goals to be pursued.The goals reflect the community's priorities
and provide direction for the City toward implementing the Vision. The completion of the goals normally
occurs as they "migrate" from this document to the Capital Improvement Program, annual budgets, or
both. "Short" means within 12-to-24 months; "Mid" means within 24-to-36 months, and "Long" means
in excess of 60 months.Timelines should be viewed as guidelines which may change based upon various
factors.
Community Assets
Infrastructure(utilities, parks, roadway, etc.)is the essential cornerstone of a vibrant quality community.
We strive to invest in infrastructure using specifications which emphasize longevity and cost effectiveness
to maximize productive life.
1. SHORT Receive approval of EAW for sewer and water extension to serve the Annexation area
2. SHORT Complete Stemmer Ridge Road and connect sewer and water to serve annexation area
properties
3. SHORT Refurbish Well 7
4. SHORT Construct Well 10
5. SHORT Fully implement Guaranteed Energy Savings Program for all City buildings
6. MID Complete Joint Domestic Water Study with SCALE Partners
7. MID Develop a list of historically significant resources for preservation
8. LONG Retain all street surfaces to an average OCI of 70
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STRATEGIC ELEMENTS
Economic and Community Development
Prior Lake encourages thoughtful and orderly economic and community development to provide retail
and services, employment opportunities, high quality residential and business development, and a strong
diversified tax base.
1. SHORT Update Orderly Annexation Agreement with What Residents Sa
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2. SHORT Complete studies to update all development fees • 93916 rate the general
appearance of Prior
3. SHORT Complete and adopt a study regarding Lake as 'good"or
downtown parking to identify location, number "excellent
of stalls, and funding • 98% rate the general
4. SHORT Implement Phase 2 business incubator appearance of
5. MID Facilitate commercial growth in four areas: neighborhoods as
CR21/CR42; CR21/TH 13 (Downtown District); "good"or "excellent"
Franklin Trail/TH 13 (South Lake Village District); • 60%feel they have an
and Adelmann/CR21 adequate opportunity
to provide input on
6. SHORT Take action to encourage tourism in accordance zoning and land use
with RiverSouth objectives and citizen
decisions.
preferences . Prior Lake residents
7. MID Complete update of City Comprehensive Plan increasingly support
8. MID Complete downtown parking study, acquire the objective of having
necessary properties to facilitate downtown 50% of residents
parking and economic development working in Prior Lake
opportunities, and construct parking lot or by 2030.
structure as recommended by study
9. MID Prepare a redevelopment plan including
priorities, timelines and incentives for
downtown area and other under-utilized
property
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STRATEGIC
Natural Resources
The City's lakes, parks and natural amenities are key to preserving the quality of life in Prior Lake for our
residents and visitors. Our natural resources are our legacy.
1. SHORT Update Surface Water Management Ordinances What Residents Say...
in accordance with City MS4 permit
• 97% rote park and
2. MID Work with other stakeholders to prepare a plan recreation facilities in the
which will address flooding issues and surface
water matters community as 'good"or
"excellent"
3. SHORT Modify existing PUD standard in Zoning . 82% view City park
Ordinance to encourage or mandate use by facilities as "very"or
developers and incorporate sustainable or green "somewhat"important.
goals therein • 85% rate the value of park
4. SHORT Reexamine surface water use provisions for Prior and recreation services in
Lake and revise for improved effectiveness as terms of property taxes
well as work with Spring Lake Township either 'good"or "excellent"
stakeholders to develop surface water use . 81% use trails and
provisions for Spring Lake sidewalks.
5. LONG Complete neighborhood and community parks • 71% use natural area parks.
required by growth in accordance with • 67% report household
Comprehensive Plan participation in a
community celebration, and
6. LONG Work with Watershed, Water Management 35% have participated in a
Organization, Townships, and Scott County to
implement Total Maximum Daily Loading(TMDL) City recreation program in
implementation plan the post2years.
Preserved for the Future
2014 City of Prior Lake
Open SpacerNature 30
Lake 14
Low Cnma/Pubkc Safety IIIIIII®12,
Small Town Feel 12
Parks and Trod a -
Sense of Community 7
Quality of Schools 5 -
Historic Bindings 2
Scattered 2
Unsure 2
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Effective City Resources
Prior Lake strives to be an organization defined by excellence through transparent, efficient and effective
use of resources with a focus on the future. To successfully deliver programs, services and projects that
meet resident expectations, the City must have the appropriate resources.
MANAGEMENT Value of City Services
1. MID Bring City Code up to date 2014 cit, c= Lake
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2. MID Review Zoning Ordinance and revise to fi0 ! 50
facilitate development-friendly quality 50I
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development 30
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3. MID Prepare an administrative procedures/ +0 I' 6 < 2 6 5
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What Residents Say...
• 66% rate City financial managementfavorably placing the City in the top decile of
such ratings in the metro area.
• 65% believe they have a say in the City's issues.
• 75% approve of the work of the Mayor and City Council.
• Funding increases would be supported for improvements in drinking water and
street maintenance.
TECHNOLOGY
1. SHORT Implement Enterprise Resource Planning modules across all City departments
2. SHORT Research and install car and/or officer camera systems to support the court process and
mitigate against liability
3. MID Implement mobile software and hardware to facilitate dependable,fast and efficient
services cost effectively.
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STRATEGIC
Effective City Resources - continued
PEOPLE
1. MID Develop an employee training program to assure
on-going staff development in customer service,
What Residents Say...
safety,technology and other job-specific skills. 95% rate the courtesy
2. SHORT Prepare and receive approval for a personnel at the Information Desk
plan which promotes recruitment and retention as 'good"or "excellent"
of highly capable, productive, and customer • 97% rate courtesy and
oriented staff throughout the organization helpfulness of the
3. LONG Develop a volunteer program including lists of departmentstaff
active volunteers, on-going projects, and favorably.
supervisory support to encourage use of this • 91% rate ease of
resource reaching department
staff members as 'good"
or "excellent"
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Safe & Healthy Community
The Prior Lake community has a responsibility to support a safe, livable and healthy lifestyle through
public safety programs and social and cultural
opportunities.
What Residents Say...
1. SHORT Include in senior recreational offerings
programs to improve personal safety and • Over 90% rate police,fire, park
reduce financial or data vulnerability maintenance, and sanitary sewer
2. MID Refine ordinances to better protect the services as 'good"or "excellent"
public health and safety of community
• 80%-89% rated recreation,
emergency calls, communication,
3. MID Prepare and distribute a package of street sweeping and snow/ice
materials which will improve the control as 'good"or "excellent"
effectiveness of home owner • 70% think the City's code
associations through websites,activities,
enforcement is about right.
common property maintenance, and • 72%feel drunken driving
covenant enforcement
enforcement should be a top
4. MID Create and implement a public safety priority.
program(s) to address increased . Safety is not perceived as a
education and/or enforcement related serious issue. Residents show the
to drug use, drunk driving, and most concern about DUI and
distracted driving distracted driving enforcement
related driven by area
attractions.
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STRATEGIC ELEMENTS
Transportation
The development and maintenance of an integrated and efficient transportation system, including
roadways, transit and trails, is necessary to promote economic development and connect Prior Lake
residents to neighborhoods, businesses and the region at large.
1. SHORT Complete CR 21 trail segment between CR 82 and Raspberry Ridge Road
2. SHORT Conduct study of Transit Circulator for RiverSouth
3. SHORT Purchase Park and Ride lot at CR12 and CR17
4. MID Acquire parcels necessary and extend Arcadia Avenue to Pleasant Street to facilitate
travel in the downtown area.
What Residents Say...
Communication
Prior Lake values engaged community members who provide positive • The Prior Lake American
direction for the City. Integral to this effort is a systematic means of is at least a major source
connecting people and information, and objectively assessing achievements of information for 73%.
and progress. • The City's "Wavelength"is
1. SHORT Produce 10 government related cable television a major source of
productions aimed at informing residents about information for 56%.
city projects and services • 43% utilize PLTV cable
2. SHORT Implement City website redesign channel as a major or
minor source of
3. SHORT Identify obstacles and options for more effective information.
City use of social media • The "grapevine"is a major
4. SHORT Beta a Prior Lake mobile app connecting City or minor source of
information and consumers. information for 75% of
residen ts.
5. MID Conduct a professional community survey once
every three years prior to the update of this
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For More Information
The 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan is the basis for City day-to-day operations.The City's Comprehensive
Plan, City Code, Capital Improvement Program and annual Budgets are the implementers of this plan
over time. The 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan are updated every 18-to24 months. During even-
numbered years the City conducts the resident survey and utilizes the results as data for updating the
document with the assistance of the entire community. In odd-numbered years the City Council reviews
the document and adjusts its priorities as appropriate.
For more information about the 2040 Vision and Strategic Plan,contact the City Manager or any member
of the Prior Lake City Council.
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