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Red Deer City Council identified four key focus areas for 2025 that will guide efforts in improving the community and enhancing the city’s future, during the Feb. 24 regular council meeting.
The priorities build on the work across the organization and reinforce the long-term vision outlined in Red Deer 2050 and the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan.
Priorities for 2025 include:
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Financial Stewardship: Enhancing accountability, efficiency, affordability, and infrastructure maintenance.
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Economic Development: Supporting business growth, housing advocacy, and downtown revitalization.
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Community Safety & Well-Being: Addressing homelessness, social concerns, and public safety resources.
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Community Acumen: Strengthening communication, collaboration, and trust between administration, council, and the community.
“These priorities represent the direction we need to take to ensure a prosperous future for Red Deer,” said Mayor Ken Johnston. “We remain committed to improving the quality of life for all residents, and by focusing on these areas, we are ensuring Red Deer continues to thrive economically, socially, and sustainably.”
Development of the mandate is part of an annual organizational process to review work that has happened and set a path forward for council.
“Our role as administration is to transform these priorities into clear administrative actions that will make a tangible difference in the community. It is key that our community also understands where we will focus our administrative work,” said City Manager Tara Lodewyk.
**With information provided by the City of Red Deer
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