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STRATEGIC PLAN
ALNWICK, NB
2023-2026
PREPARED BY TARA ROSS-ROBINSON CAO
APRIL 2023
MAYOR'S MESSAGE
On behalf of the Alnwick Council, I am pleased to present our first Strategic Plan. Alnwick,
Incorporated in January 2023, is a Rural Community that was formed as a result of
Municipal Reform. As an inaugural Council, we are tasked with creating a solid foundation
of governance, planning, responsibility and sustainability. This Strategic Plan sets out the
Guiding Principles/Core Values we have identified to attain our goals of economic
prosperity, quality of life, preservation of lifestyle and future planning.
This is a living document that will be consulted and updated regularly to ensure we are
working together toward our shared vision and common goals.
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Ernest Robichaud - Mayor
CAO'S MESSAGE
Alnwick's Strategic Plan is a multi-year guide towards establishing a solid foundation for this new Community. This directive from
council allows prioritization of our programs and services to best deliver on opportunities for Alnwick. This plan establishes the
areas where we will focus our efforts over the coming years, identifying priorities that reflect community ambitions and prepare
Alnwick for the future. This strategic plan also provides clear direction that supports budgeting and performance tracking. It will
integrate with the annual budget, work planning processes and performance development planning. The plan provides clear
direction for developing our operating and capital budgets as we begin multi-year budgeting.
The role of this strategic plan is;
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To showcase council's commitment to its citizens.
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A roadmap for staff to operationalize Strategic Action items
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Keep Council and staff focused on key priority areas
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A framework on how to achieve the Municipality's goals and guide their financial decisions
This plan will be reviewed on an annual basis and will form the yearly operational plans. With the ongoing leadership from council,
we can ensure we are creating the best possible Alnwick both today and into the future. -Tara Ross-Robinson CAO
OUR VISION
VISION
- To be a thriving, safe and inclusive
community where present and future
generations live well and share a sense of
belonging, and the local economy
prospers.
OUR MISSION
MISSION
- The Municipality of Alnwick provides
strong leadership, good governance and
quality community assets that make for a
vibrant, active and safe community for
residents and business owners.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES - CORE VALUES
TO LIVE UP TO OUR MISSION, COUNCIL AND STAFF ARE GUIDED BY SIX CORE PRINCIPLES
THAT APPLY TO ALL THAT WE DO:
- Sustainability - We must consider the impact
our decisions have for the long-term well-being of
the community and environment.
- Inclusive - We function in ways that reduce
barriers, foster connection, promote safety and
participation for every one.
- Impartiality - We complete our work with the
best interest of the Municipality in mind, not our
own.
- Collaboration - We engage in meaningful
collaboration that is built on mutual respect and a
shared focus for success with stakeholders.
- Transparency - We are committed to being open
and transparent in the decisions that are made for
our community.
- Fiscal Responsibility - We are accountable for
the good stewardship of residents' property tax
dollars and must make smart, fiscally responsible
decisions on their behalf.
IT IS EVERYONE'S PLAN
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Council
Council will participate in making decisions to further the priorities laid
out in the Strategic Plan to support the well-being and interest of
Alnwick.
They will ensure that administrative policies, practices and procedures
are in place to implement their decisions.
Council will ensure that Alnwick is well positioned to deliver on their
Strategic Plan.
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Staff
Staff will lead the implementation and reporting of actions to support
the Strategic Plan and champion its success. They will integrate the Plan
into corporate and service area plans, and ingrain the vision, mission and
values into the organization's culture.
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Community
The community will work with the Municipality, where appropriate, on
initiatives that establish Alnwick as a united community.
The community members and groups will be invited to participate in a
number of initiatives. Collaboration is essential for success
The community will hold the Municipality accountable for delivering on
its Strategic Plan, being transparent and engaging with them.
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Past and Future
As we build the foundation for our newly formed Municipality their
history and their future will be major considerations in all of their plans
and practices.
THE STRATEGY
To achieve their Strategic goals to:
"Build a solid foundation"
"Embrace and celebrate our assets"
"Unify our community"
"Be open and available"
"Prepare for future growth"
"Build community pride"
"Engage our youth"
Council will establish committees that correspond with
the following pillars of the organization:
- Public Safety & Environment
- Community Services (Recreation, Wellness, Tourism, and
Culture)
- Finance, Administration and Planning
- Project, initiatives, and/or organization specific Ad-Hoc
- EMO
ACTION ITEMS
Action Item
Core Value
Pillar
Responsibility
Status
Community in Bloom
Inclusive
Social
Committee
Pending
Collaboration
Environment
Volunteer
Age Friendly Intiative
Sustainability
Social
Committee
Pending
Inclusive
Culture
Volunteer
Collaboration
Centralized 'town hall'
Fiscal Responsibility
Governance
Council
Pending
Transparency
Sustainability
Impartiality
Neighborhood Watch
Collaboration
Environment
Committee
Pending
Sustainability
Municipal Plan/Land use Plan Transparency
Governance
Council
Pending
Sustainability
Environment
Communication Plan
Transparency
Governance
Council
in progress
Sustainability
Social
CAO
Community Garden
Sustainability
Environment
Committee
Pending
Culture
Volunteer
Social
Youth Initiatives
Collaboration
Environment
Committee
Pending
Sustainability
Social
EMO Plan
Sustainability
Environment
CAO
in progress
Collaboration
Governance
Committee
Branding
Sustainability
Governance
Council
in progress
Each Pillar (or committee) has a
mandate to align with the Vision and
Mission of the organization.
These Action Items highlight the
priorities that Council are working
to deliver.
This chart will in effect become the
organizational "report card" of
performance.