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because it determines population densities, expected populations and land uses. Of
course, these plans are reviewed and modified by the City based upon changes in the use
of the land or other reasons deemed to be appropriate by the City. For example, in recent
years, the land use focus has shifted toward mixed-use developments and urbanization.

The City’s Strategic Plan is a fiscal planning model that encompasses the other
infrastructure planning models and focuses on the City’s financial capacity, projected
financial capacity and the City’s ability to pay for expected infrastructure improvements
and service programs to meet the needs of the growing population. The Strategic Plan
focuses on the two primary activities of the City of Mansfield, Texas: General Fund
Infrastructure and Services and Water & Sewer Services. These two activities are also
referred to as Corporations of the City which address the basic demands of the citizens
and patrons of the City of Mansfield, Texas.

Fiscal Planning Guide

The Strategic Plan is a business model intended to guide City Council and City
Management in making and evaluating business decisions affecting the community and
managing the City’s organization. These decisions include the allocation of funding for
programs such as public safety, street maintenance, park and recreational venues, water
and sewer services, and the administration of these services. Year over year, these
essential programs are managed and developed to meet the needs of the residents of
Mansfield.

Fiscal ability Existing and
to provide for New
Infrastructure Population
& Services

Infrastructure

& Services

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