HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-06-15 Resolution 2026-274_FY2026-2027 Strategic PlanTHE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
RESOLUTION 2026-274
APPROVING CITY OF WAUKEE FY2027 STRATEGIC PLAN
IN THE NAME AND BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
WHEREAS, the City of Waukee, Iowa is a duly organized municipality within Dallas County;
AND,
WHEREAS, over the course of several work session meetings, the Waukee City Council
discussed strategic planning priorities and goals for Fiscal Year 2027, attached hereto as Exhibit
A.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Waukee City Council in session this
15th day of June, 2026, that it hereby approves the City of Waukee FY2027 Strategic Plan.
Courtney Clarke, Mayor
Attest:
Rebecca D. Schuett, City Clerk
RESULTS OF VOTE: AYE NAY ABSENT ABSTAIN
Kala Anderson X
Chris Crone X
Rob Grove X
Lori Lyon X
Anna Bergman Pierce X
EXHIBIT A
Mayor and City Council Priorities
Policy Agenda for 2026-2027
Top Priorities
1. Assess long-term service options for emergency dispatch and E-911 in
coordination with Westcom partners
2. Define next steps and actions for Hunter Hollow Annexation
3. Complete a comprehensive security and safety plan for parks, trails and
underpasses including a funding recommendation
4. Advance affordable housing initiatives including funding phase 2 of the city
owned land identified for affordable housing, defining incentives for future
projects and defining Waukee's role in regional goals
5. Define opportunities to strengthen intergovernmental and community
partnerships with federal agencies, State of Iowa and Dallas County
6. Set goals, priorities, design standards and the disposal process of city owned
property designated for private development within the Civic Campus
High Priorities
7. Create master plan for the Civic Campus major park component including options
for an outdoor entertainment venue and identify funding and timing for project
8. Inventory open and green spaces and set long term direction for preservation
9. Complete a comprehensive traffic study for the Ute Avenue corridor and develop
a phased implementation plan for improvements
10. Develop a strategy to reduce water consumption
11. Create and execute a resident engagement plan
12. Set direction for crisis intervention efforts for Waukee Police Department
13. Define direction and seek partner for developing City -owned property in the
Triangle Business District
Mayor and City Council Priorities
Management Agenda for 2026-2027
Top Priorities
1. Complete and adopt Economic Development Master Plan
2. Coordinate with Apple on data center development
3. Complete annual update to City Staffing Plan
4. Prepare analysis and recommendations for non -union employee compensation
5. Adopt and implement updated e-bikes/scooter ordinance
High Priorities
6. Outline plan and responsibilities for outdoor music venue at Waukee Towne
Center
7. Finalize design, phasing and implementation for Kettlestone Corridor
Enhancements project
8. Adopt Imagine Waukee 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update
9. Complete and Adopt Parks and Recreation Master Plan
10. Update Long -Range Financial Plan to account for new property tax laws and
future infrastructure projects
11. Finalize and adopt Technology Services Master Plan and adopt policies
12. Provide regular Economic Development reports