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A Resolution Approving the Village Board Goals for 2026-2027 as Reviewed at the March 3, 2026 Village Board Meeting
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Introduction
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After every election cycle, the Village Board renews the Village Board Goals document. The purpose is to announce the Village Board's strategic priorities to the community and provide staff with strategic direction. This document also assists with the annual development of the Village budget.
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Recommended Action
Approve the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
The last update to the Village Board Goals was adopted on January 23, 2024. The Village Board held a meeting on July 29, 2025, to review and update the Village Board Goals document. The Village Board reviewed the Village Board goals again on March 3, 2026 to further revise the document. At that time a motion was made to table the document and adopt the new goals at a subsequent meeting.
Background
The Village Board maintained the following strategic goals, in no particular order: (1) Community Affordability, (2) Community Health and Safety, (3) Racial Equity, Vibrant, Diverse Neighborhoods, (4) Sustainability & Resiliency, and (5) Economic Vitality. In addition, the Village Board explored adding a sixth goal, Organizational Effectiveness, with an emphasis on innovation and technology. A full copy of the new additions and changes is attached to this agenda item.
The Village Board also revised various priorities (also contained in the attached document). The staff typically creates the strategic initiatives to achieve the priorities.
At the March 3rd 2026 meeting, the Village Board made minor updates to the prior draft including clearer statements about ageism in the values and creating a strategic plan for ageism. The Village Board also discussed having metrics and potentially prioritizing the goals in the future. The changes are noted in yellow in the attached.
Below is a summary of new or revised Priorities:
* Community...
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