a. Research and Assessment Review existing plans, policies and relevant data Conduct a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis Benchmark against similar municipalities as defined by population and assessed valuation. b. Stakeholder Engagement Facilitate community engagement (i.e. townhalls, surveys, focus groups) Engage municipal staff, elected officials and key stakeholders Summarize public input and incorporating it into the strategic plan. c. Strategic Planning & Goal Setting Identify key priorities and strategic goals Define measurable objectives and performance indicators Align the plan with budgetary and operational considerations d. Plan Development & Finalization Identify the organization's mission, vision, and goals Draft a comprehensive strategic plan with clear recommendations Present the draft plan for municipal review and revisions Deliver a final document with an implementation framework
