1e Approval of 2007 Strategies
CITY OF
CHANHASSEN
7700 Market Boulevard
PO Box 147
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Administration
Phone: 952.227.1100
Fax: 952.227.1110
Building Inspections
Phone: 952.227.1180
Fax: 952.227.1190
Engineering
Phone: 952.227.1160
Fax: 952.227.1170
Finance
Phone: 952.227.1140
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Park & Recreation
Phone: 952.227.1120
Fax: 952.227.1110
Recreation Center
2310 Coulter Boulevard
Phone: 952.227.1400
Fax: 952.227.1404
Planning &
Natural Resources
Phone: 952.227.1130
Fax: 952.227.1110
Public Works
1591 Park Road
Phone: 952.227.1300
Fax: 952.227.1310
Senior Center
Phone 952.227.1125
Fax: 952.227.1110
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To:
Todd Gerhardt, City Manager
Laurie Hokkanen, Assistant City Manager JtJl
From:
Date:
February 21, 2007
Subject:
2007 Strategies
BACKGROUND
Attached please find the final version of the 2007 Strategies. These Strategies
are a result of Council brainstorming and discussion over the past few months.
RECCOMENDA TION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the 2007 Strategies and direct
staff to begin implementation.
The City at Chanhassen . A growing community with clean lakes, quality schools, a charming downtown, thriving businesses, winding trails, and beautiful parks. A great place to live, work, and play.
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Enhance Local Tax Base
Review the City Comprehensive Plan with
current goals and policies.
Strategy Who's Responsible
· Work on Redevelopment of
Chan Dinner Theatre Property Todd G., Laurie
· Work with SouthWest Metro on the
Relocation and Utilization of a
Transit Center in Conjunction with
the Dinner Theatre Proj ect( s ) Todd G., Laurie
· Develop Town Center into a Full-
Service Central Business Dist. Todd G., Laurie, Kate
Strengthen the City's
Financial Position
Implement the highest financial
standards possible.
Strategy
Who's Responsible
Greg
· Develop Debt Policy
· Acreage Charges, Water Consumption
Rates, Tiered Water Rates
· Improve Monthly Financial Reports
· Monitor State/County Financial Situations
and Develop Legislative Priorities
· Support the Marketplace-Driven Development
of Industrial Land Todd, Laurie, Kate
· Leverage City Property Todd G., Laurie
· Implement New Revenue Producing
Programs at the Rec Center
Greg
Greg
Todd G.
Todd H.
Planning of the
City -s Infrastructure
Create solutions for managing existing infra-
structure and future growth in our commu-
nity; while preserving a sustainable quality
of life and protecting the environment.
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Competitiveness
Create an environment for innovation
and change. Building on our strengths,
creativity, and skills.
Who's Responsible
Kate
Kate, Paul, Todd H.
Strategy
· Begin 2008 Comp Plan Update
· Manage High School Project
· Establish Guidelines/Benchmarks
for Staffing Levels in all Departments
· Work Flow Analysis
· Marketing of the City
· Maintain Positive Work Environment
· Develop New Partnerships for
Increased Visibility, Programming
and Financial Sponsorship of
Park & Rec Programs
· Explore Creative Multi-Family Projects
in the Downtown Area
· Establish Benchmarks for Police Contract
· More Council Interaction in Crime
PreventionIN eighborhood Watch
· Create Plan for Public Safety Issues as
Growth Continues
· Begin Review of 20 1 0/20 15 MUSA
& Comp Plan Updates
· Develop Relationships with Outside
Agencies (State/County/etc.)
· Implement Storm Water Mgmt Plan
Strategy
Who's Responsible
· Continue Efforts to Acquire
TH 312/212 ROW
· Veteran's Monument
· Lyman Blvd. Impr. from Powers to TH 41
· Audio Visual Improvements-Council Chambers
· Update on Infiltration/Inflow Projects
· Traffic Management (Pleasant View, Lake
Lucy, Powers, TH 212/312)
· Complete 20 Year Pavement Mgmt. Plan
· Plan for Turnback of Old. St. Hubert's Church
· Evaluate Potential Satellite Fire Station
(CIP 2008)
· Public Works Facility Expansion
(CIP 2007-08)
· Provide Facility Needs Analysis for Parks
Including Land Acquisition
· TH 101 Imp. from Lyman Blvd. to Scott Co. Line
· TH 41 Trail and Underpass Funding Options
· Locate a Government Service Center
in the City
· Monitor TH 41 River Crossing Study
· TH 5 Improvements West of TH 41
· Joint Powers Agreement, New School Site
Paul, Kate, Todd H.
Todd H.
Paul
Rick
Paul
Paul
Paul
Laurie
Paul, Laurie
Paul, Laurie
Todd H.
Paul
Ongoing
Todd G., Laurie, Kate
Paul
Paul
Todd H.
Laurie
. Rick
Laurie
Core Values
Todd H.
Kate
Ross
Ross, Beth
Ross
Ongoing
Kate
Chanhassen is a Community for Life
Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow
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Boards and Commissioners
Civic Organizations
Chamber of Commerce
Other Government Agencies
Law Enforcement
Public Works/Engineering
Fire Department
Community Development
Parks and Recreation
Economic Development
City Administration
Finance
Leadership/
Policy Makers
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Enhante:Local Tax,Base
Quality
Service Providers
Planning forthe City's Infrastructure
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Values
Honesty
Communication
Dedication
Trust
Excellent Service Delivery
Fiscally Responsible
Visionary
Pursuing Chanhassen's Vision
2007