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HomeMy WebLinkAbout13- Adopted Work Plan, Priorities and GoalsCity of Bozeman Playbook Create Clarity Adopted February 25, 2013 CITY OF BOZEMAN CHARTER PREAMBLE We, the people of the City of Bozeman, under the constitution and laws of the State of Montana, in order to secure the benefits of local self-government and to provide for an honest and accountable commission-manager government, do hereby adopt this charter and confer upon the city the following powers, subject to the following restrictions, and prescribed by the following procedures and governmental structure.By this action, we secure the benefits of home rule and self-governance and affirm the values ofrepresentative democracy, professional management, strong political leadership, citizen participation, and regional cooperation. Why do we exist? To exercise ourcitizenmandate to self govern honestly and efficiently. How do we behave? Integrity –Be honest, hardworking, reliable, and accountable to the public. Leadership –Take initiative, lead by example, be innovativeandpursue excellence . Service –Work unselfishly for our community and its citizens. Teamwork –Respect others, welcome citizen involvement, and work together to achieve the best result. What do we do? Provide for the health and safety of our thriving communityfor current and future generations. How will we succeed? •Verify that the initiativesrepresenta priority of the community, city commission, and city manager. •Guarantee that management focus on professional delivery of core services and the health of the organization. • Use strong leadership to ensure servicesand initiatives aresustainableor have a specific life cycle. What is most important, right now?2013–2014 Priorities 1.Diversify the local economy and support the creation and expansion of mid to high paying jobs. (Fontenot/Kukulski)(ED-01) 2.Implement the 2012 parks &trails bond to expand the capacity of our parks, trails and open spaces. (Overton/Rosenberry/Sullivan) (PR-02) (Mayor: 1) 3.Implement reform of the community development system with an enhanced focus on customer service. (Worthington/Woolard) (CM-01) 4.Enhance Downtown Development Opportunities Collaborate with the Downtown Partnership, Montana Department of Transportation and Transportation Coordinating Committee to improve transportation downtown. Facilitate development of a downtown hotel as identified inthe downtown development plan. 5.Complete the Integrated Water Resource Plan and develop solutions to achieve long term water sustainability (Woolard/Sullivan) (PW-01) 6.Implement financial plans and asset management systems to properly maintain and replace the city’s infrastructure and facilities(Rosenberry/Woolard) (PW-02) 7.Complete design of the police station & municipal court and educate the public on the necessity for, and passage of, a bond measure (Winn/Price) (PD-01) 8.Assist Gallatin College and secure regional funding. (City Commission) 9.Continue implementation of the Climate Action Plans (City Commission/Winn) (CM-04) 10.Determine the future of Bogert Pool and next steps for aquatics & Recreation (Overton/Kukulski) (PR-01) 11.Consider a Demolition by Neglect ordinance 12.Develop a permanent plan for the Story Mansion Who must do what? Name Title General Responsibilities Sean BeckerMayorLeader of the policy body, presides over meetings, represents city in intergovernmental relationships, ceremonial head of the city Jeff KraussDeputy MayorServes as Mayor whenever the Mayor is unavailable, member of the policy body Cyndy Andrus City CommissionerElected member of the policy body; representative of the public; and advisory board liaison Chris MehlCity CommissionerElected member of the policy body; representative of the public; and advisory board liaison Carson TaylorCity CommissionerElected member of the policy body; representative of the public; and advisory board liaison Chris KukulskiCity ManagerExecutive Team Leader, facilitator between City Commission and Leadership Team. Chuck WinnAssistant City ½ of City Management Team, Managerresponsible for initiatives that cannot fail. Greg SullivanCity AttorneyLegal advice, risk management, counsel and consulting, education, documents (contracts, reports, etc. Ron PriceChief of PoliceProvide expertise and services in law enforcement and community safety. Provide for order over chaos. Greg MegaardActing Fire ChiefPublic safety, public education/safety, inspections, plan reviews, emergency reports. Mitch OvertonDirector of Parks and Public health and wellness, facilities and Recreationprograms to enhance community quality of life. Brit FontenotDirector of Economic Facilitate prosperity. Development Anna RosenberryAdministrative Human resources systems, financial Services Directorsystems, information technology systems, risk management, counsel and consulting. Craig WoolardDirector of Public Physical infrastructure, construction, Worksoperations and maintenance. Executive team member, community/public outreach 2013Leadership Team Expectations & Obligations Quad Commission expectations of StaffStaff expectations of the Commission Be diligent and preparedProvide clear direction -speak as a “body” Communicate simply and thoroughly Realistic expectations –time & Minimize surprises resources to do a good job Be ethical and objective Acknowledge work; workload; Be dedicated professional perspective Be creative and take risks Provide the opportunity for Be experts in your field constructive dialogue and feedback Implement policy skillfully Minimize surprises and frontload Understand the value of citizen trust questions when possible. of our local government Provide mutual respect Be prepared Commissionobligations toStaffStaffobligations to the Commission Act in atransparent, ethical, respectful Anticipate issues and provide manner options and solutions Be prepared and ask good questions Maximize our resources Respect constraints Providing accurate and complete Set policy, goals and priorities –then information -candid advice fund Coordination amongst our staff No ad hoc decisions Provide sound recommendations with highest probability of success Mutual respect Be available and to listen Carry out whatever decision is made