Council adopts 2023-2026 Strategic Plan

Frontenac County Council adopted the 2023-2026 Frontenac County strategic plan at its regular Council meeting, 19 July, 2023.

Learn more about the Strategic Plan consultation and download the 2023-2023 Strategic Plan by clicking here.

The plan outlines the following strategic priorities:

  1. Develop a Regional Approach to Overcome Infrastructure Issues and Maximize Infrastructure Development Opportunities
    • Support member municipalities in their efforts to maintain and improve roads and bridges.
    • Develop strategies to improve regional transportation connectivity and accessibility.
    • Enhance collaboration with the Township of Frontenac Islands and the Province of Ontario on ferry services.
  2. Contribute to the Progress of Sustainable Economic Growth and Prosperity Throughout the County
    • Work with Townships to improve and sustain the villages and hamlets across the region.
    • Develop regional tools and policies to support long-term protection of lakes, rivers, and other important environmental features in Frontenac.
    • Support different forms of housing such as small apartments, affordable houses, and seniors housing.
    • Provide business support and resources to existing and prospective businesses.
    • Attract new investments and businesses to Frontenac County.
    • Support workforce development initiatives to create job opportunities and retain talent.
  1. Strengthen Quality of Life through Enhanced Service Delivery
    • Focus on Frontenac Paramedics
      • Improve response times and coverage throughout Frontenac County.
      • Increase the number of paramedics to meet the growing demand for services.
      • Provide additional facilities for Frontenac Paramedics that will effectively meet steadily growing demand for services and accommodate more paramedic training.
    • Focus on Fairmount Home
      • Improve the quality of care and services provided to residents.
      • Expand the capacity to accommodate more residents.
      • Enhancing staff training and development opportunities.
    • Focus on Social Services and Housing
      • Ensure equal and fair access to social services, childcare, and social housing for County residents.
      • Advocate for additional funding and resources from provincial and federal governments for social services and affordable housing.
      • Invest additional resources in the availability of affordable housing and related services.
  1. Maximize Administrative Leadership within the County Administration
    • Ensure efficient and responsible financial management of County resources.
    • Ensure transparency and accountability of the governance of the County of Frontenac (Council and its Committees).
    • Ensure community engagement remains a continued priority and to develop dynamic solutions to improve citizen awareness/involvement in County of Frontenac activities and to promote collaboration with member municipalities.

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Published in July 26, 2023