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THE AN N UAL UPDATE

A FOCUS ON VISION, VALUES AND PRIORITIES

W hile we are proud of past practices, sometimes our traditions must grow and evolve. We

must continually review and analyze our approach to ensure we meet the needs of our

citizens today and tomorrow.

The City of Hurst?s mission is to ?provide responsive services and effective programs to ensure that
Hurst remains a vibrant community.? This mission provides direction and a clear purpose to be

shared by residents, local business owners, city council, and city staff. The strategic plan is
purposefully referenced as the city works to effectively address both opportunities and challenges.

In the spring of 2017, council created a new vision statement and a set of community values and

also clearly defined the city?s strategic priorities. In 2019, the council reaffirmed the vision, mission,

and strategic priorities of 2018. Council leadership provides management with the policy direction

to develop departmental work plans aimed at fulfilling the strategic priorities while conducting

business according to our vision and mission.

This year, the strategic plan was reaffirmed by our

city council. The plan continues to provide a strong

connection between staff's work programs, council's

strategic priorities, and the community.

Clay Caruthers

City Manager

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