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City of Oshkosh 2015-16 Strategic Plan
Citizens of Oshkosh,
On behalf of the Oshkosh Common Council, it is with great pride that I present to you the 2015-2016
Strategic Plan. This document represents the collective efforts of City leadership in developing a unified
plan that will pave the way for Oshkosh to become one of Wisconsin’s premiere communities. The plan
identifies the following key strategic initiatives that will help facilitate the City’s journey toward
excellence:
Support Economic Development
Continue to Strengthen Our Neighborhoods
Improve and Maintain Our Infrastructure
Improve Our Quality of Life Assets
Develop an Effective, High Performing Government
With the fulfillment of each of these initiatives, we will be better prepared to respond to an evolving
environment, while meeting the needs of our citizenry. The development of each of these initiatives
were the result of input from citizens and other important stakeholders received through various means
such as community studies and surveys.
This plan also reaffirms the City’s commitment to the guiding principles that were created during
previous planning sessions. A Can Do Spirit and promise to be Accountable, Transparent, Engaging,
Economical, Responsive, Innovative and Equitable continues to guide our actions as stewards of the City
to ensure that the most positive experience possible is enjoyed by our customers. These principles
establish our commitments and affirm that we will:
Serve the public with a confident can-do spirit
Hold ourselves to the highest standards with a dedication to preserving the public’s trust
Provide the public with information on our actions and decisions
Actively pursue citizen involvement throughout the decision making process
Act in a fiscally responsible manner on behalf of our citizens
Respond to citizen requests equitably and fairly in a timely, informative and through manner
Take a prudent and creative approach to problem solving
Strive to achieve equity in the allocation of community resources
I thank everyone who has been involved in the development of this plan, as well as those who will
be responsible for implementing it.
Sincerely,
Mark A. Rohloff
City Manager
City of Oshkosh
Community Profile
The City of Oshkosh, population 66,000, is an award-winning community in the heart of the Fox
River Valley, about ninety miles north of Milwaukee and fifty miles south of Green Bay. Oshkosh
is a progressive and participative community that offers small-town friendliness with big city
features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. The City encompasses 24
square miles and is the largest municipality in Winnebago County. Oshkosh is served by US
Highways 41 and 45 and State Highways 21, 44, and 76, Wittman Regional Airport, the
Outagamie County Regional Airport (20 miles), and General Mitchell International Airport (80
Miles).
Oshkosh is a great place to live as a result of an excellent school system, outstanding health
care facilities, and abundant entertainment opportunities, a low cost of living, a clean
environment, and much more. The attributes of Oshkosh include its parks, galleries, nationally
accredited museums, golf courses, entertainment venues, festivals, and activities that make
Oshkosh a haven for anyone interested in combining city life with the benefits of a small town.
Oshkosh and the surrounding area boast an abundance of sights and sounds for residents and
visitors to discover and enjoy. The city is on the western shore of Lake Winnebago (217 square
miles) and banked by the Fox River and Lake Butte des Morts (8,800 acres). Oshkosh has been
ranked in Money Magazine’s “Top 100 Best Places to Live in the United States”, in 2009
Business Week ranked Oshkosh as “The Best Place in Wisconsin to Raise Kids” and the Oshkosh
metro area was named one of the “50 Smart Places to Live” in the United States by Kiplinger’s
Personal Finance in June of 2006. Rankings were based upon the amount and quality of
affordable housing, a reasonable cost of living, quality of life, access to health care, and a strong
economy. Wisconsin has some of the safest metro areas in the U.S. according to the 13th
annual Safest City and Metropolitan Area Awards compiled by Morgan Quitno Press. The
Oshkosh-Neenah MSA also was named a 2007 5-star Quality of Life Metropolitan area by
Expansion Management. Quality of life factors considered when compiling the list include
affordable housing, good public schools, and median income.
Oshkosh has a rich history. While the fur trade brought the first European settlers to this area
as early as 1818, the establishment and growth of the lumber industry after the Civil War fueled
the development of Oshkosh. The structures which now make up the city’s historic areas are a
result of the capital and materials generated by the lumber and associated wood manufacturing
industries. When Oshkosh was formally incorporated in 1853, it had already been designated
the county seat and had a population of nearly 2,800. The 1859 arrival of rail transportation
provided an important opportunity to meet the demands of a larger and rapidly growing
construction market. By 1870, Oshkosh had become third largest city in the state with a
population of over 12,000. In addition to providing capital and materials for construction of
buildings now considered historic, the lumber industry was associated with entrepreneurs and
businessmen who made significant contributions to the community, politics and philanthropic
organizations. Availability of materials and capital, along with the devastating downtown fires
in the mid 1870s, created opportunities for architects to produce a range of well-designed
buildings for residential, commercial, civic and religious use.
Oshkosh has a strong tradition of education and offers one of the finest school systems in the
nation. The schools, both public and private, offer a variety of educational programs. Oshkosh
was one of the seven cities in Wisconsin on a list of the top 25 school districts in the country,
according to the July 2006 issue of Corporate Report Wisconsin. Public schools in Oshkosh
include fifteen elementary schools, five middle schools, two high schools, and four charter
schools with nearly 10,300 students. In addition, the private schools have an enrollment just
over 1,000 students. Fox Valley Technical College, headquartered in Appleton, has two
locations in Oshkosh and is constructing a third. The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is the
third largest university in the state, with a total enrollment of more than 13,000 students. With
1,400 graduate students, UW Oshkosh has the largest graduate program of the eleven
comprehensive universities in the UW System. The University’s 74 associate, baccalaureate and
master’s degree programs are organized within four outstanding colleges; Business
Administration, Education and Human Services, Letters and Sciences, and Nursing. The
University, founded in 1871, serves as an arts and cultural center for 1.2 million citizens of
northeast Wisconsin, and its NCAA Division III athletic program is among the very best in the
nation.
Oshkosh has two hospitals newly built since 2000, Mercy Medical Center and Aurora Medical
Center, with over 200 beds. There are five clinics in the community and 180 physicians/nurse
practitioners. There are 29 community parks and natural resource areas, several golf courses,
four museums/galleries, a library, movie theater and numerous marinas and boat landings.
Attractions include the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), the Grand Opera House, Leach
Amphitheater, Menominee Park and Zoo, Military Veterans Museum, Morgan House, Opera
House Square, Oshkosh Public Museum, Paine Art Center and Gardens, Pollack Community
Water Park, and the Oshkosh Public Library. Oshkosh is a state leader in regard to hosting
annual events including several Professional Fishing Tournaments, Brews & Blues, Celebration
of Lights, Country USA Concert, Faire on the Green, EAA Air Venture Oshkosh, Miss Wisconsin
Pageant, Irishfest, Octoberfest, U.S. Open Volleyball Tournament, Otter Street Fisheree,
Sawdust Days, Inland lake Yachting Association Regatta, Lifest Christian Music Festival and
Waterfest Summer Concert Series.
I. SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
I.A Identify / Develop Funding Sources
I.B Partner with Existing Businesses and Stakeholders
I.C Continue to Facilitate the Process for Businesses/Developers
I.D Measure Our Economic Development Success
I.E Develop Targeted Economic Development Plans
I.F Complete Specific Economic Development Projects
III. IMPROVE AND MAINTAIN OUR INFRASTRUCTURE
III.A Improve Our Streets , Transit, Bike and Pedestrian Infrastructure
II. CONTINUE TO STRENGTHEN OUR NEIGHBORHOODS
II.A Create and Sustain a Culture of Neighborhood
II.B Realign, Update, and Enforce Zoning
II.C Promote and Develop Public / Private Partnerships
II.D Increase & Encourage Owner Occupancy / Owner Investment in Property
II.E Enhance Crime Prevention Measures
II.F Identify Funding Sources
CITY OF OSHKOSH
2015-2016
STRATEGIC PLAN
Vision
A thriving and sustainable community
offering abundant opportunities for work
and life
Mission
The City of Oshkosh provides goods and
services in pursuit of a safe and vibrant
community
Guiding Principles –We Will…
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
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III.A Improve Our Streets , Transit, Bike and Pedestrian Infrastructure
III.B Improve Our Storm Water Management and Execute Our Clear Water Removal Initiatives
III.C Improve Our City Buildings
III.D Manage Our City Equipment
IV. IMPROVE OUR QUALITY OF LIFE ASSETS
IV.A Continue to Develop River Walk
IV.B Update Existing Quality of Life Asset Plans
IV.C Implement Top Priority Projects in Plans
IV.D Implement Special Event Coordination/Management
IV.E Promote and Develop Partnerships to Fund Quality of Life Assets
IV.F Preserve and Protect City’s Natural Resources
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
confident can-do spirit
2. Accountable:Hold ourselves to the
highest standards with a dedication to
preserving the public trust
3. Transparent: Provide the public with
information on our actions and
decisions
4. Engaging: Actively pursue citizen
involvement throughout the decision
making process
5. Economical:Act in a fiscally responsible
manner on behalf of our citizens
6. Responsive:Respond to citizens’
requests equitably and fairly in a timely,
informative and thorough manner
7. Innovative:Take a prudent and creative
approach to problem solving
8. Equitable:Strive to achieve equity in
the allocation of community resources
Target / Lead Stakeholders
•Resident Owners – Businesses and
Homeowners
•Potential Owners – Business and
Homeowners
•Frontline Employees
•City Leadership
V. DEVELOP AN EFFECTIVE, HIGH PERFORMING GOVERNMENT
V.A Strengthen Our Financial Position and Capabilities
V.B Improve Employee Engagement
V.C Develop a Performance Culture
V.D Engage and Educate Citizens. Market the City and Communicate Value
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CITY OF OSHKOSH
2015-2016
STRATEGIC PLAN
Vision
A thriving and sustainable community
offering abundant opportunities for work
and life
Mission
The City of Oshkosh provides goods and
services in pursuit of a safe and vibrant
community
Guiding Principles –We Will…
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
EXTERNAL Priority Goals Objectives - WHAT Strategies / Tactics -HOW
I. SUPPORT
ECONOMIC
I.A Identify / Develop
Funding Sources
Staff Owner: Community
Development
Identify Federal, State, Regional, County, and Local Public and Private
Funding Options
Establish Revolving Loan Fund
Develop Financial Assistance Package and Starting a Business in Oshkosh Kit
Determine Funding and Staffing for Economic Development Through Public
and /or Private Partnerships (GOEDC)
I.C Continue to Facilitate the
Process for Businesses /
Developers
Staff Owner: Community
Development
Public Works
Develop a Plan that Centralizes Economic Development for the City of
Oshkosh
Determine Optimal Economic Development Structure (Q4 12)
Provide a Single Point of Contact / Expediter Service for Potential Business
and Developers
Rethink role of BID(s) and/or Associations in Downtown Development
Streamline Development Plan Review and Approval Process
Streamline Permitting Process
I.B Partner with Existing
Businesses and
Stakeholders
Staff Owner: Community
Development
GOEDC
Identify Partnership Opportunities
Identify Best Fit with Existing Businesses and Target industries
Develop Joint Marketing / Sales Program to Targets
Oshkosh, UW-O, FVTC, OASD, Chamber, CVB, OACF, Chamco
Assist Local Bus. w/ Stay, Expand, Growth Plans
Support GOEDC with money and Staff (GOEDC)
City Partnership with BR&E Program
Complete Business Retention Calls
September, 2014
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
confident can-do spirit
2. Accountable:Hold ourselves to the
highest standards with a dedication to
preserving the public trust
3. Transparent: Provide the public with
information on our actions and
decisions
4. Engaging: Actively pursue citizen
involvement throughout the decision
making process
5. Economical:Act in a fiscally responsible
manner on behalf of our citizens
6. Responsive:Respond to citizens’
requests equitably and fairly in a timely,
informative and thorough manner
7. Innovative:Take a prudent and creative
approach to problem solving
8. Equitable:Strive to achieve equity in
the allocation of community resources
Target / Lead Stakeholders
•Resident Owners – Businesses and
Homeowners
•Potential Owners – Business and
Homeowners
•Frontline Employees
•City Leadership
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
I.E Develop Targeted
Economic Development
Plans
Staff Owner: Community
Development
Create and Execute City Wide Economic Development Plan
Meld city economic development interface with GOEDC strategic plan
Market Segmentation (Ind., Comm / Retail / Service)
Identify Regional Competitive Advantages
Create Marketing Plan
Identify Major Stakeholders
Identify and Explore Financing Options
Specific goals/deliverables
Measurement, accountability and revise as needed
Budget – five year
Develop 10 Year Plan for North and South Side of Downtown / New Central
City Plan
Streamline Permitting Process
I.D Measure Our Economic
Development Success
Staff Owner: Community
Development
Develop a Set of Metrics / Scoreboard that can Monitor the Progress of the
City's Investment in Economic Development
I.F Complete Specific
Economic Dev. Projects
Staff Owner: Community
Development
Work with Stakeholders to Remove Buckstaff Building and Develop Plans for
Reuse
Work with Pioneer Owners to Remove Code Violations and Assist in Any
Redevelopment Plans
Help Move JELD WEN Project Forward
Help Launch UW-O Accelerator/Aviation Business Park
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II. CONTINUE TO
STRENGTHEN
II.C Promote and Develop
Public / Private
Partnerships
Staff Owner: Community
Development
Update and Implement revised Zoning Regulations and Codes
Redefine Zoning Codes to Match Neighborhood Identities and Needs
Assess Zoning Regulations for Historical District
Create Proper Buffers Between Residential and Commercial Development
Strengthen Rental Regulations
Create a Rental Registration and Inspection Program
Aggressively Pursue Enforcement of Code Regulations Pertaining to
Property Owners
Review Staffing for Code Enforcement-Nuisance Abatement
II.A Create and Sustain a
Culture of Neighborhood
Staff Owner(s): Community
Development, Police
Department
Establish Neighborhood Identities
Develop Neighborhood Plans
Create a Neighborhood Report Card Program
Nurture and Support Neighborhood Leadership
Partner w/ NeighborWorks, Advocap, Habitat, Landlords, Housing
Authority/ UW-O
Jointly Develop Neighborhood Development Plans to Targeted
Neighborhood Associations
Form Neighborhood Commission of Members of Neighborhood
Associations
Identify Successes in Neighborhood Revitalization and Replicate in Other
Neighborhoods
Move Toward Organization Wide Neighborhood Based Service Delivery
II.B Realign, Update and
Enforce Zoning
Staff Owner: Community
Development
EXTERNAL Priority Goals Objectives - WHAT Strategies / Tactics -HOW
CITY OF OSHKOSH
2015-2016
STRATEGIC PLAN
Vision
A thriving and sustainable community
offering abundant opportunities for work
and life
Mission
The City of Oshkosh provides goods and
services in pursuit of a safe and vibrant
community
Guiding Principles –We Will…
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
September, 2014
STRENGTHEN
OUR
NEIGHBORHOODS
Development
II.D Increase & Encourage
Owner Occupancy /
Owner Investment in
Property
Staff Owner: Community
Development
Move Toward Organization Wide Neighborhood Based Service Delivery
Model
Continue Collaborative Effort with the Police Reporting Area
Officers and Community Development Personnel in Establishing
Neighborhood Identities
II.E Enhance Crime
Prevention Measures
Staff Owner(s): Police Department
Provide Public and Private Funding Incentives for Home Improvements and
Purchases
Implement Programs to Increase Home Ownership and Neighborhood
Associations
Educate Realtors and Neighbors on the Availability of City Incentives
Enhance Neighborhood District/Reporting Area Officer Problem Solving and
Crime Prevention Efforts
CCOV Presence for Community Outreach and Problem Solving Activities in At
Least 30% of Police Defined Reporting Areas by December 31, 2015.
Achieve OPD Traffic Stop Goal According to OPD Plan by December 31, 2015
Achieve OPD Drug Overdose Goal According to OPD Plan by December 31,
2015
Increase the Visible Presence of Bike and Foot Patrols in City Neighborhoods
II.F Identify Funding Sources
Staff Owner: Community
Development
Develop Revolving Fund for Home Maintenance / Purchase
Identify Federal, State, Regional, County, and Local Public and Private
Funding Options
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
confident can-do spirit
2. Accountable:Hold ourselves to the
highest standards with a dedication to
preserving the public trust
3. Transparent: Provide the public with
information on our actions and
decisions
4. Engaging: Actively pursue citizen
involvement throughout the decision
making process
5. Economical:Act in a fiscally responsible
manner on behalf of our citizens
6. Responsive:Respond to citizens’
requests equitably and fairly in a timely,
informative and thorough manner
7. Innovative:Take a prudent and creative
approach to problem solving
8. Equitable:Strive to achieve equity in
the allocation of community resources
Target / Lead Stakeholders
•Resident Owners – Businesses and
Homeowners
•Potential Owners – Business and
Homeowners
•Frontline Employees
•City Leadership 3
III. IMPROVE AND
MAINTAIN OUR
III.A Improve Our Streets ,
Transit, Bike and
Pedestrian
Infrastructure
Staff Owner(s): Public Works,
Transportation,
Community Development
Implement Bike / Pedestrian Plan Recommendations
Finish Bike and Ped. Imp. on Sawyer St (2014) and Murdock Ave (2015)
Complete $3.8M Program for Street Reconstruction per CIP Borrowing
Limitations
In Special Assessment Notice Add Project Overview and Need
for Project with Each Notice
Improve Main Corridor Look Through Business Districts
Identify Opportunities to Remove Overhead Clutter Along Gateway
Corridors
Implement Fleet Wide APC (Automatic Passenger Counting) System and
Utilize to Evaluate Ridership and Stops
Replace 2 2003 Buses in 2015 and 3 in 2016
Update the 10 Year City Parking Lot Pavement Plan and Reconstruct
Parking Lots as Necessitated and Recommended in the Plan as Budgets
Allow
Improve the Hotel Parking Ramp (Including Retrofitting to LED) as
Recommended by the 2011 Carl Walker Survey
Implement Tablet Fare Type Tracking and AVL (Automatic Vehicle Location)
Tablets on the Buses to More Accurately Track Ridership and Revenue
Sign and Stripe Bike Lanes Following the Bike and Pedestrian Plan as
Approved and the Budget Allows
Create a New Transit Development Plan in 2016
Work with East Central to Develop a Bus Stop Accessibility Survey and Use
this Survey to Improve Bus Stop Accessibility as Budgets Allow
Improve Safety and Security at the Downtown Transit Center by Installing
CITY OF OSHKOSH
2015-2016
STRATEGIC PLAN
Vision
A thriving and sustainable community
offering abundant opportunities for work
and life
Mission
The City of Oshkosh provides goods and
services in pursuit of a safe and vibrant
community
Guiding Principles –We Will…
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
EXTERNAL Priority Goals Objectives - WHAT Strategies / Tactics -HOW
September, 2014
MAINTAIN OUR
INFRASTRUCTURE
III.B Improve Our Storm
Water Management
and Execute Our Clear
Water Removal
Initiatives
Staff Owner(s): Various
III.C Improve Our City
Buildings
Staff Owner(s): Various
Complete Central Garage by 2015
Improve the Efficiency of our Buildings
Implement HVAC/Roofing Recommendations
Implement Parking Lot Replacement Schedule
III.D Manage Our City
Equipment
Staff Owner(s): Various
Improve Safety and Security at the Downtown Transit Center by Installing
an Upgraded Camera System Accessible by the Transportation and Police
Departments
Retrofit Street Lights to LED as Budget Allows
Upgrade Existing Intersections to Activation as Budgets and Time Allow -
Eliminating Flash intersections
Implement Replacement Schedule per CIP
Develop Equipment Strategy to Acquire New Equipment and Minimize
Borrowing
Continue Inflow & Infiltration Investigations and Removals
Continue Development of Storm Water Management Plans for Watersheds
Construct At Least One Major Stormwater Management Project
Annually.
Reduce Clear Water Connections to Sanitary Sewer System (Plumbing Insp)
Identify Policies to Address Clear Water Removal Initiatives
Educate Community Leaders and Public
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
confident can-do spirit
2. Accountable:Hold ourselves to the
highest standards with a dedication to
preserving the public trust
3. Transparent: Provide the public with
information on our actions and
decisions
4. Engaging: Actively pursue citizen
involvement throughout the decision
making process
5. Economical:Act in a fiscally responsible
manner on behalf of our citizens
6. Responsive:Respond to citizens’
requests equitably and fairly in a timely,
informative and thorough manner
7. Innovative:Take a prudent and creative
approach to problem solving
8. Equitable:Strive to achieve equity in
the allocation of community resources
Target / Lead Stakeholders
•Resident Owners – Businesses and
Homeowners
•Potential Owners – Business and
Homeowners
•Frontline Employees
•City Leadership 4
IV. IMPROVE OUR
QUALITY OF LIFE
IV.C Implement Top Priority
Projects in Plans
Staff Owner(s): Various
Museum Strategic Plan
Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP)
Menominee Park Master Plan
South Park Master Plan
Rainbow Park Master Plan
Golf Course Master Plan
IV.A Continue to Develop
River Walk
Staff Owner(s): Community Dev,
Parks Department
IV.B Update Existing Quality
of Life Asset Plans
•Strategic Plans
•Facilities Plan - Physical
/ Maintenance
•Capital Improvements
Staff Owner(s): Various
Inventory QOL assets (Model Good Life Report – Eau Claire)
Plan How to Get Value From QOL Assets – Comprehensive (Model Good Life
Report – Eau Claire)
Brand and Market Oshkosh and its Resources. Premier Destination
PLANS
Public library
Senior Center
Zoo Master Plan
Convention Center
Develop Maintenance Plan for Statues & Monuments
Develop (LR) Physical & Financial Maintenance Plan for Grand Opera House,
Working as Partners with GOH Foundation
Continue Development of South Shore River Walk
CITY OF OSHKOSH
2015-2016
STRATEGIC PLAN
Vision
A thriving and sustainable community
offering abundant opportunities for work
and life
Mission
The City of Oshkosh provides goods and
services in pursuit of a safe and vibrant
community
Guiding Principles –We Will…
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
EXTERNAL Priority Goals Objectives - WHAT Strategies / Tactics -HOW
September, 2014
QUALITY OF LIFE
ASSETS IV.D Implement Special
Event Coordination /
Management
Staff Owner(s): Various
Increase Accountability of Special Events Including Plans for Pedestrians
Explore staff Support for Special Event Coordination
IV.E Promote and Develop
Partnerships to Fund
Quality of Life Assets
Staff Owner(s): Finance,
Parks, Museum, Library
Investigate Alternative Funding Models for Long Term Support of Quality of
Life Institutions
Evaluate Concept of Endowment to Support Long Term Development of QOL
Assets
Investigate Potential for a Friends of Oshkosh Parks
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
confident can-do spirit
2. Accountable:Hold ourselves to the
highest standards with a dedication to
preserving the public trust
3. Transparent: Provide the public with
information on our actions and
decisions
4. Engaging: Actively pursue citizen
involvement throughout the decision
making process
5. Economical:Act in a fiscally responsible
manner on behalf of our citizens
6. Responsive:Respond to citizens’
requests equitably and fairly in a timely,
informative and thorough manner
7. Innovative:Take a prudent and creative
approach to problem solving
8. Equitable:Strive to achieve equity in
the allocation of community resources
Target / Lead Stakeholders
•Resident Owners – Businesses and
Homeowners
•Potential Owners – Business and
Homeowners
•Frontline Employees
•City Leadership 5
IV.F Preserve and Protect
City’s Natural Resources
Staff Owner(s):
Protect City’s Natural Resources from Aquatic Nuisances
Protect City’s Natural Resources from Emerald Ash Boer
V. DEVELOP AN
EFFECTIVE, HIGH
PERFORMING
V.B Improve Employee
Engagement
Staff Owner(s): Department
Heads, Supervisors, Human
Resources
V.A Strengthen Our Financial
Position and Capabilities
Staff Owner(s): Finance
Dept., Administrative
Services, City Managers
Office
Monitor and Report on Five Year Plan to Reduce City' s General Obligation
Debt to Approximately 70% of Equalized Value. Develop Priorities of CIP' s
to get to Target Level. Provide Council with Recommended Priorities of CIP'
s by September 1, 2014
Continue the Structural Review of the City' s Health Insurance Plan. Identify
Ways to Control City' s Increasing Costs and Contributions for Health
Insurance and Benefit Package. Develop a Plan to Phase in Changes Over
Time. Provide Update to Council During Budget Sessions
Deploy ERP – Enterprise Resource Program/Financial Software
Improve Employee’s Understanding of Role
Provide Education to Employees as to Why We are Doing What
We are Doing and Expected Results
Improve Strategic Planning Process
Improve Communications with and Feedback from Employees
Improve Employee Recognition
Create a Formal Career Development Program
Provide Training for Advancement Within the City
Continue to Improve the Wellness Program
CITY OF OSHKOSH
2015-2016
STRATEGIC PLAN
Vision
A thriving and sustainable community
offering abundant opportunities for work
and life
Mission
The City of Oshkosh provides goods and
services in pursuit of a safe and vibrant
community
Guiding Principles –We Will…
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
INTERNAL Priority Goals Objectives - WHAT Strategies / Tactics -HOW
September, 2014
PERFORMING
GOVERNMENT
V.C Develop a Performance
Culture
Staff Owner(s): Human
Resources
DEVELOP METRICS
Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Dashboard for Key City
Services w/in Departments
Build Leader and Employee Skills to Manage to Performance Measures
Deliver Performance Measure/Metrics Training to Dept. Heads
and Supervisors
Workshop with Council on Selecting KPIs and How to
Communicate Them
Develop Capability to Determine ROI for Larger City Projects and Services
Evaluate and Refine City Survey
LEAN INITIATIVES
Set-up Regular Report Outs to Council
V.D Engage and Educate
Citizens. Market the City
and Communicate Value
Staff Owner(s): Admin. Serv.
Continue to Improve the Wellness Program
Continue to improve Performance Review Process.
Select and Develop Effective Medium to Communicate City’s KPIs
Increase Public Awareness of City Services and Value
1.Can Do Spirit: Serve the public with a
confident can-do spirit
2. Accountable:Hold ourselves to the
highest standards with a dedication to
preserving the public trust
3. Transparent: Provide the public with
information on our actions and
decisions
4. Engaging: Actively pursue citizen
involvement throughout the decision
making process
5. Economical:Act in a fiscally responsible
manner on behalf of our citizens
6. Responsive:Respond to citizens’
requests equitably and fairly in a timely,
informative and thorough manner
7. Innovative:Take a prudent and creative
approach to problem solving
8. Equitable:Strive to achieve equity in
the allocation of community resources
Target / Lead Stakeholders
•Resident Owners – Businesses and
Homeowners
•Potential Owners – Business and
Homeowners
•Frontline Employees
•City Leadership 6