Hire consultant to create strategic action plan for Recreation Department
In Plain English
The Recreation Department wants to develop a comprehensive strategic plan to guide its operations and programs. The city would hire Brent Ives of BHI Management Consulting for 6 months to analyze current services and create an action plan. If approved, this helps the department set priorities and improve recreation programs for residents.
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Votes
Approve the contract
6 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved hiring consultant Brent Ives to create a strategic plan for the Recreation Department over the next six months. This planning process will analyze current recreation services and develop an action plan to guide future programs and priorities. The contract aims to help the department improve its offerings for residents, though no financial amount was specified for the consulting work. With Vice Mayor Lopez absent, all six present council members supported the proposal.
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