TO: Mayor and Members of City Council
THRU: Douglas J. Hewett, ICMA-CM, City Manager
Jeffrey Yates, Assistant City Manager
FROM: Chris Lowery, Strategic & Performance Analytics Manager
Andrew Brayboy, Senior Corporate Performance Analyst
DATE: March 23, 2026
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Fountainworks - FY27 Fayetteville City Council Strategic Planning Retreat Debrief Title
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Relationship To Strategic Plan:
A strategic plan is the lifeline for a municipal government, directing it towards both immediate priorities and long-term aspirations. It not only identifies key focus areas but also empowers data-driven decision-making, ensuring efficient resource utilization. This fosters accountability and transparency, providing a clear pathway for progress tracking and communication with constituents. By emphasizing continuous improvement, the strategic plan ensures the government remains adaptable to evolving challenges, contributing to the creation of a vibrant and flourishing community where resident needs and aspirations are at the forefront of governance.
Executive Summary:
The City of Fayetteville demonstrates a strong commitment to high performance and data-driven decision-making through its strategic planning and performance metrics. The Mayor, City Council, and staff work diligently to ensure that city policies, budgets, and objectives are fully implemented, fostering responsible governance. The most recent City Council Strategic Planning retreat in February 2026 allowed the City Council to refine the strategic plan by prioritizing specific priorities for FY 2027, concentrating efforts and resources to achieve the City's vision and goals.
The Office of Strategic and Performance Analytics, under the direction of the City Manager's Office, plays a vital role in advancing the City's goals and reporting progress regularly. By providing these quarterly updates to the strategic plan...
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