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MOTION TO ADOPT THE DRAFT CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES STRATEGIC PLAN “WE LOVE PEMBROKE PINES - A BLUEPRINT FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE”
Summary Explanation and Background
SUMMARY EXPLANATION AND BACKGROUND:
1. On October 16, 2024, the City Commission and City Administration held a Retreat Workshop to review the draft Strategic Plan, titled “We Love Pembroke Pines - A Blueprint for a Brighter Future.”
2. During the meeting, Administration presented the Strategic Plan in three parts. The first part covers the Vision, Mission, and Strategic Focus Areas, with specific goals and strategies aligned to each focus area. The second part is the Implementation Plan, detailing the Programs, Policies, and Projects that will bring the Strategic Plan to life. The third part is the Project List, which outlines major capital investment projects that support the Strategic Plan’s goals.
3. The Retreat Workshop provided valuable feedback from the City Commission, particularly on the goals and strategies within the plan.
4. The Commission directed Administration to meet with each Commissioner individually to discuss the Project List, prioritize projects, and refine the list for further consideration.
5. Administration has since met with each Commissioner to review their priorities. Included with the agenda is an updated draft of the Strategic Plan, reflecting the revised goals and strategies within the seven Strategic Focus Areas as directed by the City Commission. These updates are included in Attachment #1, titled “Draft Strategic Plan,” with all changes highlighted in pink. A summary of the changes is provided below.
Economic Development
Page 1 - The Commission expressed a desire to incorporate "advocacy" within the Strategic Plan. A new strategy under Goal 1, “Expand the inventory of affordable housing units,” was added to include advocacy for workforce housing.
Public Safety
Page 3 - A strategy was added to Goal, 1 “Enhance the operational efficiency and capa...
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