Local Governance
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IN DEPTH
MORE ON THIS PRIORITY
Learn more about efforts suporting the governance priority area.
PLAN HOME
INTRODUCTION
Return to the Strategic Plan Home Page.
OTHER PRIORITIES
ACCESS
The City will offer people  a wider range of information and direct persons to services offered by a broader variety of agencies.
CULTURE
Culture and leisure are  recognized for their contribution to the well-being of residents as well as for their economic value.
ECONOMY
Efforts on several fronts  are needed to reinforce Kingston's position as a leader in innovation.
INFRASTRUCTURE
The well-being of residents  and the economic prosperity of the community are directly affected by the quality of its infrastructure.
ENVIRONMENT
Responsible action  must be taken today to ensure a sustainable community for future generations.
PLANNING
An integrated Official Plan  will allow the community to build upon its strengths while protecting assets for future generations.
ADDITIONAL PRIORITIES
In addition to the 7 short-listed Priority Areas above, there are five other key initiatives.
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Getting Our House In Order
Amalgamation is behind us, so establishing an effective and integrated new Municipal Corporation is a necessity. Council is working with residents to build a
sense of belonging to the new City of Kingston and to:
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Ensure that citizens and committees can be heard by City Council;
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Maintain district representation on City Council to ensure at least one of the districts (more if population justifies) remains as primarily rural in nature.
Districts were established to make certain all areas of the community had a voice at Council;
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Emphasize service to the public among staff;
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Take steps to improve morale, recognize performance and promote teamwork by Council and staff.
Residents are interested in municipal efforts, so communications with the public will focus on progress and successes as well as identifying ongoing challenges
in the process of getting our house in order.
