1. Oconee County Strategic Plan
Preliminary BOC Work Session

2. Overview
Purpose
Timeline
Summary of 2017 Goals
Future Expectations

3. 2017 Countywide Objective Summary
County wide electronic filing system implementation and operation
Open book management. Providing as much information on-line as possible. Providing raw data dumps.
Key Performance Indicators for all departments.
Rails to Trails
New County Seal
Broadband
Facility Plan

4. 2017 Departmental Objectives
Planning / Code Enforcement
Deeper dive for Comp Plan update
Reduce building plan review time
Technology (electronic permits/plans; code enforcement; inspection)
Building code standards updated for quality and safety
NRCS (GSWCC) review in-house
Property Maintenance Code
Finance
Fiscal Policy Update
Reporting Cycle
Budget Process update

5. 2017 Departmental Objectives
Tourism
CVB Investigation
Historical Society
Ag Tourism
Tourney hosting
Fleet Maintenance
Technology for fleet performance

6. 2017 Departmental Objectives
Human Resources
Technology upgrades
Policy Integration
Employee Communication (continual)
Policy Compliance (continual)
Civic Center
SPLOST Project
New Civic Center
Green Parking

7. 2017 Departmental Objectives
Facilities/Operations
Facility Dude expanded
Work Order desk
Information Technology
Facility Dude
IT Policy update
Technology in other areas

8. 2017 Departmental Objectives
Economic Development
Tax base diversification
Job Creation
IDA for planning
Property Appraisal
Technology
KPI

9. 2017 Departmental Objectives
Animal Control
Facility improvements
SOP developed and approved
Public Works
Policy Updates
County wide transportation plan
S.O. firing range

10. 2017 Departmental Objectives
Fire / EMA
Proper division of labor
Technology
Fire Inspection
Fire Station 8
Parks & Rec
Outside look (Organization structure/Financial models/Maint)
OVP Field completion to FY 17-18
Master Plan
BOE Joint Use
Senior Center
Continue integration with Rec programs

11. Mission (Existing)
“Provide the highest quality services in a fiscally responsible manner to promote the health, safety, and general welfare of all Oconee County citizens.”

12. SWOT - Strengths *Excellence of the Oconee County education system
*The presence of several major thoroughfares through Oconee County: SR 316, US 441, and US 78
*Proximity to the University of Georgia, Athens Technical College, and the University of North Georgia
*Availability of land suitable for development
**Population growth
Regional leader in Per-Capita income
Strong Communities

13. SWOT - Weaknesses
*Challenges associated with coordinating intergovernmental agencies that may go in different directions
*Non-diversified economy
**No public transportation
**Truck Traffic – Through Watkinsville
**Existing development is very auto dependent
**Lack of connectivity
**Little or no coordination between GDOT and County

14. SWOT - Opportunities Regional approach to economic development
Expand cooperation with School District
*High-end single-family housing growth
**Connect City Centers
**Create off network paths for bikes, golf carts, etc.
**Amend ordinances to require connected greenspace or pedestrian facilities
**TSPLOST, Impact fees

15. SWOT - Threats
*Economic Growth that occurs too rapidly could decrease rural character and open spaces, and increase strain on infrastructure and amenities
**Continued growth
**Budgeting challenges

16. Vision (Current)
“A diverse community where life takes on a balanced pace with rural, suburban and small town lifestyles, where an excellent education system, high tech economic opportunities, agricultural activities and open space are highly valued. In order to maintain this identity we must proactively plan for a sustainable future of natural resource protection, historic preservation, quality services, a balanced tax base and appropriate infrastructure.” - (From 2008 Comprehensive Plan)

17. Vision (Proposed)
“A diverse community, with world-class schools, thriving commercial sectors, vibrant town centers, high-end residential housing and amenities, and the preservation of the rural quality of life.”

18. Strategic Goals - Recommended
Goal 1: Smart Government – Provide services with Efficiency, Effectiveness, Citizen Engagement and Transparency
Efficiency
Effectiveness
Citizen Engagement
Transparency

19. Strategic Goals - Recommended
Strategic Goal 2: Smart Growth – Growth that fits Oconee County
Planning
Economic Development
Tourism
Historic Preservation

20. Strategic Goals - Recommended
Strategic Goal 3: Smart Infrastructure – Develop far-sighted infrastructure improvements that meet the County’s needs now, and going forward
Transportation
Water/Sewer
High-Tech Infrastructure

21. Strategic Goals - Recommended
Strategic Goal 4: Quality of Life - Cultivate Oconee County’s excellent Quality of Life
Parks and Recreation
Arts and Culture
Public Safety
Education

22. Next Steps Confirm/Amend Mission, Vision, Goals
Provide Direction to Staff on desired objectives (two-year horizon)
Staff Development of Objectives
BOC approval of Strategic Plan