Create access to opportunities
- Implement the Library Strategic Plan
- Complete initial phase of Dan Patch Rail Corridor Study for potential greenway
- Advance the Disability Advisory Board
- Develop an 'Arts Blueprint’
Care for vulnerable people
- Deliver Public Assistance benefits within state required timelines
- Complete MnChoices Assessment within state required timelines
- Develop more youth placement options (with metro collaboration)
- Refine the housing business plan
- Pursue 3-5 year lease/contract for homeless shelter
Innovate and collaborate
- Improve partnerships with cities
- Collaborate with partners on development
Community engagement
- Design and implement new website
- Develop strategies that will improve and leverage commissioner communication and liaison with communities
Community safety, health and well-being
- Open Jail Integrative Health Unit
- Open Mental Health Crisis Center
- Facilitate development of Family Resource Centers
- Invest Opioid Settlement funds in the community
- Investigate and pursue Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) access for uninsured or under-insured residents
Dependable and modern infrastructure systems
- Deliver 2025 CIP projects
- Replace voting equipment under cost sharing joint powers agreement
- Complete Cannabis Ordinance adoption and retail registration process
- Implement new tax forfeit rules and system
Energy efficiency and sustainability
- Complete Byllesby Dam turbine replacement
- Develop energy reduction and greenhouse gas plan for the county
Protect and maintain natural resources
- Complete Natural Resources Management System Plan update
- Secure funding for Recycling Zone +
- Complete 2050 Parks System plan
- Complete and implement new Solid Waste Management Plan
- Study new waste technologies
Hire and retain excellent staff
- Confirm current compensation strategy and desired outcomes
- Continue to assess and implement IDEA strategies
- Implement consistent hybrid and remote work policy
Welcoming and responsive services for all people
- Design and implement ADA Compliance Program
Responsible taxes and sound stewardship of resources
- Develop 5-year financial plan (operations and capital)
- Centralize Finance Department
- Improve efficient use of office buildings
- Maintain overall facilities rating at “good”
- Collaborate with like counties (e.g., suburban) to ensure interests are adequately represented.