ART - Strategic Planning Process 1998

The document provides information about the strategic planning process undertaken by St. Louis County from 1999 to 2004. The process involved various steps, including conducting SWOT analyses, identifying critical issues, forming task forces, drafting issue papers, and conducting public opinion polling. The document also mentions the development and review of a draft strategic plan, which was well-received with no substantial changes suggested. The final strategic plan will be produced in two formats - a citizen format and a comprehensive workbook for county government use. The plan will be presented to the County Council for formal adoption in 2000. Additionally, the document mentions the establishment of an independent committee to monitor the implementation of the plan. This committee will meet bi-annually, corresponding to the submission of the semi-annual progress reports. The responsibility for implementing the plan lies with county departments, who will be required to complete action plans outlining measures to further the implementation of outcomes and strategies. Progress reports will be completed by departments, and the implementation of the plan will be monitored both internally by the County Executive's Office and externally by the independent committee.