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THE ANNUAL 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. Since then, the council has reaffirmed the vision, mission, and strategic

priorities, most recently in June 2021. 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.

Over the past year, the City followed our strategic plan to successfully
navigate difficult conditions. Innovation allowed City Council and staff to

achieve our mission to provide responsive services and effective programs in the
face of a pandemic and winter storm Uri. We provided continuous essential

services and, remarkably, over 188,000 individuals received vaccinations at the
Hurst Conference Center. It was definitely a year that highlighted the importance

of prioritizing public safety services. And, our focus on economic vitality allowed
the City to quickly adapt and manage two unforeseen historical events while

maintaining a strong financial position.
Clay Caruthers

City Manager

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