In the Spring of 2024, the Village engaged in a strategic planning process, and a formal strategic planning document was created with the help of students from the NIU Experiential Learning Center. The Village Board and staff discussed the various challenges and opportunities before the Village and set organizational priorities over the next three years - May 2024 through April 2027. As part of this process, the Village identified four main priority areas and identified projects and programs to help achieve these priorities.
The four strategic priorities set were:
- Balanced Growth and Economic Development - Foster well-rounded community growth, ensuring the availability of public services, quality housing, and both public and private amenities for all residents;
- Financial Stewardship - Ensure the responsible and ethical management of financial resources to provide a financially sustainable community;
- Invest in Infrastructure - Allocate adequate resources and funding to enhance, develop, and maintain essential public structures, assets, and facilities; and
- Organizational Excellence - Attain heightened levels of operational performance, service delivery, and employee expertise.
The full Strategic Plan may be accessed below.