Appendix
Strategic Plan Update – January 8, 2019
January 8, 2019Pages 29–324 sections
A detailed matrix outlining the status of various strategic initiatives categorized by financial sustainability, liveability, and growth.
Sanitary Sewer Systems report to CoW January 8, 2019Island Hwy Project section between Helmcken and Beaumont complete February 2019
FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY AND SERVICE EXCELLENCE
Desired Outcomes/Results:
- Optimized corporate efficiencies
- Confidence in the fiscal health and financial sustainability of the Town
- Diversified revenue base
- Predictable property tax and user fee increases
| Actions/ Behaviours | Specific Projects/Initiatives | Timing | Resources Required | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ensure we are providing quality services to our residents on a cost effective basis | Complete service review of Communications – with both development community and general public | 2018 | Staff | Complete. |
| Focus on Capital Asset Management Program | Complete comprehensive asset plan through three linked steps: | |||
| 1. Complete the update/revisions to master plans for: | ||||
| a) Transportation | 2016/18 | $10,000 | To be completed Spring 2019. | |
| b) Sanitary Sewer Systems | 2017/18 | $45,000 | Report to Committee of the Whole January 8, 2019. | |
| 2. a) Establish a Capital Asset Management System that examines all tangible capital assets, including parks, land improvements, municipal buildings, vehicles, machinery and equipment, and engineering structures | 2018 | Fin & Eng staff | Project summary to be considered as part of 2019 five year financial plan for completion of an asset management policy and condition assessment protocols, the foundation of asset management planning. | |
| c) Complete the DCC Bylaw review | 2017/18 | $40,000 | Open House complete. Bylaw to Council early 2019. |
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ENHANCE LIVEABILITY IN VIEW ROYAL
Desired Outcomes/Results:
- Stewardship of valued parkland
- Alignment of community values with enforcement tools
- Build relationships and engagement through community events
- A strong and growing volunteer corps, investing in View Royal
| Actions/ Behaviours | Specific Projects/Initiatives | Timing | Resources Required | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proceed with parks improvements in accordance with the Parks Master Plan | Plan trails in parks | 2018 | Consultant & Dev staff | In progress. The PREAC Committee is currently discussing parks signage. The Parks & Trails Map has been updated and is posted on the Town website. |
| Ensure key bylaws and policies reflect community’s needs | Review key bylaws: | |||
| a) Streets Traffic | 2016/18 | Eng & Admin staff | In progress. | |
| Tree canopy: Amend Tree Protection Bylaw | 2018/19 | Eng staff | In progress. |
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COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
Desired Outcomes/Results:
- Private investment in the redevelopment of strategic sites on significant community corridors and at gateways to View Royal because Town seen as desirable place to be
- Engagement with business community to understand how the Town can support economic development
- Diversified revenue base
- Strategic municipal investment in the public realm
- Continued implementation of the Official Community Plan (2011)
| Actions/ Behaviours | Specific Projects/Initiatives | Timing | Resources Required | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead by example through investing in a high quality public realm | Work toward completion of Island Hwy. Project including the establishment of a timeline for Island Hwy. redevelopment (design for Helmcken to Colwood interchange) | 2018 | Consultant $285,000; this is road design, may need additional funds | Current section between Helmcken and Beaumont to be complete February 2019. Currently not budgeted to complete west of Helmcken. |
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MAINTAIN STRONG RELATIONSHIPS WITH OUR NEIGHBOURS
Desired Outcomes/Results:
- Continue to be a “bridge” between the “core” and “western” communities
- Respected participant in the region
- Recognized as a progressive and innovative municipality
| Actions/ Behaviours | Specific Projects/Initiatives | Timing | Resources Required | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Participate in discussions about improving regional governance | o Strengthen our relationship with Capital Regional District and First Nations through: Initiating C2C dinners with Esquimalt Nation and Songhees Nation | 2018 | Council & staff | C2C dinner with Songhees Nation - complete. Planning for a C2C dinner with Esquimalt Nation has been put on hold. |
| o Advocate for resolution of issues at WestShore Parks and Recreation | 2018/19 | Council & staff | Owners’ AGM held June 2018 saw appointment of interim board. | |
| Collaborate with neighbouring municipalities to improve public communications for emergency/disaster events | o Acquire a mass notification system | 2018 | Prot Serv Staff | ERMS has been chosen as the web based program for mass notification. System has been purchased and installed. Implementation January 2019. |
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Extracted from: 2019 01 08 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Agenda - Pdf