2021 Business Plan

Read about the complete five-year Strategic Plan here

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Strategic Priority: Increase public support by providing open two-way communication with greater transparency

Goal #2
Create a Community Police Advisory Committee to provide transparency and community input into Police Department enforcement activities

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Strategic Priority: Define DeSoto’s identity, promote its uniqueness, and communicate effectively 

Goal #1
Create a City identity and marketing and communications strategy to improve marketing and public 

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Strategic Priority: Grow a diverse and innovative economy with increased commerce and employment opportunities

Goal #3
Create an economic development plan for Hampton Road, Belt Line Road at Cockrell Hill, and general citywide commercial nodes

Goal #4
Improve affordable housing options and ownership opportunities for DeSoto residents

Goal #5
Develop an Impact Fee Policy that has developers paying to expand identified infrastructure on new development

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Strategic Priority: Cultivate an environment of learning and enrichment by supporting excellence in education, professional development, and job training

Goal #6
Coordinate strategic plans for DeSoto ISD and the City of DeSoto

 

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Strategic Priority: Provide access to community amenities that support the arts, culture, sports, entertainment and retail for families, and proactively engage and involve the community

Goal #7
Work with the ownership of the Thorntree Golf Club to support an attractive and well-maintained facility and neighborhood

Goal #8
Construct a high-quality natatorium and recreation center consistent with the Meadow Creek Master Plan

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Strategic Priority: Create an environment where residents feel safe, and have access to healthy lifestyle choices

Goal #9
Explore criminal justice reform for fair and equitable enforcement of laws for adults and juveniles

Goal #10
Explore the development of a regional mental health services unit with partner Best Southwest cities

Goal #11
Develop and participate in programs to improve mental and physical health

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Strategic Priority: Foster community pride by enhancing the natural beauty of our well-maintained City through use of art, sustainability, and revitalization

Goal #12
Explore and consider the Community Cultural Arts Master Plan to focus on and support the arts and citywide events

Goal #13
Increase community engagement for a Beautiful DeSoto

Goal #14
Create a naming policy for City assets (facilities, parks, streets)