Item - 2013.EX34.5
Tracking Status
- City Council adopted this item on October 8, 2013 with amendments.
- This item was considered by Executive Committee on September 24, 2013 and was adopted with amendments. It will be considered by City Council on October 8, 2013.
EX34.5 - Advancing Council's Strategic Plan - Strategic Actions for 2013-2018
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Wards:
- All
City Council Decision
City Council on October 8, 9, 10 and 11, 2013, adopted the following:
1. City Council affirm the City Manager's 26 Strategic Actions in Appendix C to the report (September 10, 2013) from the City Manager, to guide the Toronto Public Service from 2014 and beyond in the City's service planning, multi-year budgeting and performance planning process, with Appendix C amended by:
a. adding a new bullet to Strategic Action #7 "Develop a Long-term Solid Waste Management Strategy" as follows:
- Increasing efforts to achieve waste diversion targets in the residential, multi-unit residential, industrial, commercial and institutional sectors;
b. adding a new bullet to Strategic Action # 10 "Enhance the City's Quality of Life" as follows:
- Revising and implementing the Child Care Service Plan to reflect the need for high-quality, regulated child care to enable parents to work and contribute to our economy;
c. adding a new Strategic Action to the Social Development theme dealing with early childhood literacy;
d. adding a new Strategic Action to the Social Development theme on the development of a Student Nutrition Program;
e. adding a new Strategic Action to the Fiscal Sustainability theme as follows:
- Expansion of the City's revenue base including revenues that grow with the economy as part of the long-term fiscal plan; and
f. adding a new Strategic Action to the Good Governance theme as follows:
- The development of a strategic action related to technology which supports seamless customer service, constant innovation, a web enabled city, and enhances information security and privacy.
2. City Council request the City Manager to bring forward a process that includes a broad engagement strategy to update Council's Strategic Plan and its vision, mission and goals for Council's consideration in 2015.
3. City Council request the City Manager to include the following considerations in the Strategic Actions or other components of the Strategic Plan as appropriate when he reports back in early 2015 on the Strategic Planning process:
a. advancement of intra and inter-City transportation as part of the long term transportation plan;
b. development and operation of public utilities and facilities within the City's role and jurisdiction as part of ensuring state of good repair for infrastructure;
c promotion of early literacy programs to prepare young children for academic success as part of enhancing the city's quality of life;
d. commitment to educational excellence for all Toronto residents through sponsored facilities as part of enhancing the city's quality of life;
e. expansion of the City's revenue base as part of the long term fiscal plan; and
f. the development of a strategic action related to technology that supports seamless customer service, constant innovation, a web enabled city, and enhances information security and privacy.
Background Information (Committee)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61590.pdf
Appendix A - Council's Strategic Plan
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61592.pdf
Appendix B - Key Council Achievements 2002 to 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61591.pdf
Appendix C - Strategic Actions for 2013 to 2018
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61594.pdf
Appendix D - Preliminary Progress Indicators
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61593.pdf
Background Information (City Council)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/cc/bgrd/backgroundfile-62433.pdf
Motions (City Council)
That Executive Committee Recommendation 1 be amended by adding the following words:
"with Appendix C amended by:
a. adding a new bullet to Strategic Action # 10 "Enhance the City's Quality of Life" as follows:
- Revising and implementing the Child Care Service Plan to reflect the need for high-quality, regulated child care to enable parents to work and contribute to our economy
Vote (Amend Item) Oct-11-2013 11:53 AM
| Result: Carried | Majority Required - EX34.5 - Davis - motion 1a |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 31 | Members that voted Yes are Maria Augimeri, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Vincent Crisanti, Janet Davis, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Frank Di Giorgio, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, Paula Fletcher, Doug Ford, Rob Ford, Mary Fragedakis, Norman Kelly, Mike Layton, Chin Lee, Peter Leon, Gloria Lindsay Luby, Josh Matlow, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Denzil Minnan-Wong, Ron Moeser, Frances Nunziata (Chair), Cesar Palacio, Gord Perks, David Shiner, Karen Stintz, Michael Thompson, Adam Vaughan |
| Total members that voted No: 1 | Members that voted No are John Parker |
| Total members that were Absent: 13 | Members that were absent are Paul Ainslie, Ana Bailão, Michelle Berardinetti, Shelley Carroll, Josh Colle, Mike Del Grande, Mark Grimes, Giorgio Mammoliti, Peter Milczyn, James Pasternak, Anthony Perruzza, Jaye Robinson, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
That Executive Committee Recommendation 1 be amended by adding the following words:
" with Appendix C amended by:
a. adding a new Strategic Action to the Social Development theme dealing with early childhood literacy;
b. adding a new Strategic Action to the Fiscal Sustainability theme as follows:
- Expansion of the City's revenue base including revenues that grow with the economy as part of the long-term fiscal plan; and
c. adding a new Strategic Action to the Good Governance theme as follows:
- The development of a strategic action related to technology which supports seamless customer service, constant innovation, a web enabled city, and enhances information security and privacy."
So that Recommendation 1 now reads:
1. City Council affirm the City Manager's 26 Strategic Actions in Appendix C to the report (September 10, 2013) from the City Manager, to guide the Toronto Public Service from 2014 and beyond in the City's service planning, multi-year budgeting and performance planning process, with Appendix C amended by:
a. adding a new Strategic Action to the Social Development theme dealing with early childhood literacy;
b. adding a new Strategic Action to the Fiscal Sustainability theme as follows:
- Expansion of the City's revenue base including revenues that grow with the economy as part of the long-term fiscal plan; and
c. adding a new Strategic Action to the Good Governance theme as follows:
- The development of a strategic action related to technology which supports seamless customer service, constant innovation, a web enabled city, and enhances information security and privacy.
Vote (Amend Item) Oct-11-2013 11:54 AM
| Result: Carried | Majority Required - EX34.5 - Davis - motion 1b |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 31 | Members that voted Yes are Maria Augimeri, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Vincent Crisanti, Janet Davis, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Frank Di Giorgio, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, Paula Fletcher, Doug Ford, Rob Ford, Mary Fragedakis, Norman Kelly, Mike Layton, Chin Lee, Peter Leon, Gloria Lindsay Luby, Josh Matlow, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Ron Moeser, Frances Nunziata (Chair), Cesar Palacio, John Parker, Gord Perks, David Shiner, Karen Stintz, Michael Thompson, Adam Vaughan |
| Total members that voted No: 1 | Members that voted No are Denzil Minnan-Wong |
| Total members that were Absent: 13 | Members that were absent are Paul Ainslie, Ana Bailão, Michelle Berardinetti, Shelley Carroll, Josh Colle, Mike Del Grande, Mark Grimes, Giorgio Mammoliti, Peter Milczyn, James Pasternak, Anthony Perruzza, Jaye Robinson, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
That Executive Committee Recommendation 1 be amended by adding the following words:
"with Appendix C amended by:
a. adding a new bullet to Strategic Action #7 "Develop a Long-term Solid Waste Management Strategy" as follows:
- Increasing efforts to achieve waste diversion targets in the residential, multi-unit residential, industrial, commercial and institutional sectors.
Vote (Amend Item) Oct-11-2013 11:55 AM
| Result: Carried | Majority Required - EX34.5 - Layton - motion 2 |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 31 | Members that voted Yes are Maria Augimeri, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Vincent Crisanti, Janet Davis, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Frank Di Giorgio, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, Paula Fletcher, Doug Ford, Rob Ford, Mary Fragedakis, Norman Kelly, Mike Layton, Chin Lee, Peter Leon, Gloria Lindsay Luby, Josh Matlow, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Denzil Minnan-Wong, Ron Moeser, Frances Nunziata (Chair), Cesar Palacio, Gord Perks, David Shiner, Karen Stintz, Michael Thompson, Adam Vaughan |
| Total members that voted No: 1 | Members that voted No are John Parker |
| Total members that were Absent: 13 | Members that were absent are Paul Ainslie, Ana Bailão, Michelle Berardinetti, Shelley Carroll, Josh Colle, Mike Del Grande, Mark Grimes, Giorgio Mammoliti, Peter Milczyn, James Pasternak, Anthony Perruzza, Jaye Robinson, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
That Executive Committee Recommendation 1 be amended by adding the following words:
"with Appendix C amended by adding a new Strategic Action to the Social Development theme on the development of a Student Nutrition Program.
Vote (Amend Item) Oct-11-2013 11:55 AM
| Result: Carried | Majority Required - EX34.5 - Mihevc - motion 3 |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 30 | Members that voted Yes are Maria Augimeri, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Vincent Crisanti, Janet Davis, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Frank Di Giorgio, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, Paula Fletcher, Doug Ford, Rob Ford, Mary Fragedakis, Norman Kelly, Mike Layton, Chin Lee, Peter Leon, Gloria Lindsay Luby, Josh Matlow, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Denzil Minnan-Wong, Ron Moeser, Frances Nunziata (Chair), Cesar Palacio, Gord Perks, Karen Stintz, Michael Thompson, Adam Vaughan |
| Total members that voted No: 2 | Members that voted No are John Parker, David Shiner |
| Total members that were Absent: 13 | Members that were absent are Paul Ainslie, Ana Bailão, Michelle Berardinetti, Shelley Carroll, Josh Colle, Mike Del Grande, Mark Grimes, Giorgio Mammoliti, Peter Milczyn, James Pasternak, Anthony Perruzza, Jaye Robinson, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
Vote (Adopt Item as Amended) Oct-11-2013 11:56 AM
| Result: Carried | Majority Required - EX34.5 - Adopt the item as amended |
|---|---|
| Total members that voted Yes: 32 | Members that voted Yes are Maria Augimeri, Raymond Cho, Gary Crawford, Vincent Crisanti, Janet Davis, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Frank Di Giorgio, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, Paula Fletcher, Doug Ford, Rob Ford, Mary Fragedakis, Norman Kelly, Mike Layton, Chin Lee, Peter Leon, Gloria Lindsay Luby, Josh Matlow, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Denzil Minnan-Wong, Ron Moeser, Frances Nunziata (Chair), Cesar Palacio, John Parker, Gord Perks, David Shiner, Karen Stintz, Michael Thompson, Adam Vaughan |
| Total members that voted No: 0 | Members that voted No are |
| Total members that were Absent: 13 | Members that were absent are Paul Ainslie, Ana Bailão, Michelle Berardinetti, Shelley Carroll, Josh Colle, Mike Del Grande, Mark Grimes, Giorgio Mammoliti, Peter Milczyn, James Pasternak, Anthony Perruzza, Jaye Robinson, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
EX34.5 - Advancing Council's Strategic Plan - Strategic Actions for 2013-2018
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Wards:
- All
Committee Recommendations
The Executive Committee recommends that:
1. City Council affirm the City Manager's 26 Strategic Actions in Appendix C to the report (September 10, 2013) from the City Manager, to guide the Toronto Public Service from 2014 and beyond in the City's service planning, multi-year budgeting and performance planning process.
2. City Council request the City Manager to bring forward a process that includes a broad engagement strategy to update Council's Strategic Plan and its vision, mission and goals for Council's consideration in 2015.
3. City Council request the City Manager to include the following considerations in the Strategic Actions or other components of the Strategic Plan as appropriate when he reports back in early 2015 on the Strategic Planning process:
a. Advancement of intra and inter-City transportation as part of the long term transportation plan;
b. Development and operation of public utilities and facilities within the City's role and jurisdiction as part of ensuring state of good repair for infrastructure;
c Promotion of early literacy programs to prepare young children for academic success as part of enhancing the city's quality of life;
d. Commitment to educational excellence for all Toronto residents through sponsored facilities as part of enhancing the city's quality of life;
e. Expansion of the City's revenue base as part of the long term fiscal plan;
f. The development of a strategic action related to technology that supports seamless customer service, constant innovation, a web enabled city, and enhances information security and privacy.
Origin
Summary
Council's Strategic Plan
City Council adopted a Strategic Plan (Appendix A) in 2002 that set out a vision and mission for the City, 20 goals for City quality of life across five broad themes and established 19 directions to guide City programs, services and initiatives. Fiscal principles were approved in 2005 with the adoption of the Long Term Fiscal Plan to guide service planning, budgeting and to respond to the City’s ongoing financial pressures.
The City of Toronto has made major strides achieving most of the 19 directions from 2002, setting a foundation for the new city. Council's key achievements (Appendix B) include the adoption of the amalgamated City's first Official Plan in 2006, the implementation of economic growth and culture plans, targeted neighbourhood investment and revitalization, new programs and policies that support environmental sustainability, an updated Council decision-making structure to reflect the new powers from the City of Toronto Act (2006), the establishment of four Accountability Officers and an enhanced fiscal position for the City with a focus on capital and long term planning.
Strategic Actions for 2013 to 2018
It is time to update the original 19 directions to meet the growth of the City and build on this foundation. In 2012, the City Manager initiated a planning process to develop strategic actions to replace the original 19 direction that continue to advance Council’s vision, mission and goals. Through the City Manager's process, 26 Strategic Actions (Appendix C) were developed that complement City initiatives and programs and advance Council's goals over the next 5 years. During the development process, it was recognized that goals relating to the themes of city building, economic vitality, environmental sustainability, social development, good governance and fiscal sustainability are interconnected and interdependent and that collaboration is essential to achieving Council's vision and mission. Each Strategic Action therefore addresses multiple themes and goals and requires the effort of the whole organization or multiple City Divisions to achieve.
Many Strategic Actions include policies or plans that have already been approved by City Council and are currently being implemented while others are anticipated to come forward for Council approval in 2014 and future years. This report recommends that City Council affirm the 26 Strategic Actions for 2013 to 2018 for use in the City's service planning, multi-year budgeting and performance planning processes.
The City Manager, Deputy City Managers, City Clerk and City Solicitor will oversee the implementation of the Strategic Actions. Leads will be assigned to ensure clear accountability.
The assigned senior City official will be responsible to lead the implementation of the strategic action including facilitating cross-corporate coordination and collaboration with other divisions as required. They will also be responsible for ensuring indicators are established and targets set, and for providing regular data collection and reporting. A progress report will be published twice per Council term and will provide an overall summary for the implementation of the Strategic Actions measured against the indicators.
Updating Council's Strategic Plan
While the Strategic Actions for 2013 to 2018 continue to address the goals set out in Council's Strategic Plan, the City has grown and changed significantly over the last decade. The City Manager is of the view that it is appropriate and timely for a broader review of Council's Strategic Plan to be initiated early in the next Council term. Strategic plans typically have a ten to fifteen year time horizon and that time horizon is coming to an end. Strategic Actions should also be reviewed and updated every term of City Council to ensure they remain relevant to advance Council's vision, mission and goals.
Reviewing and updating the Strategic Plan, including the vision, mission and goals, requires broad consultation with the public and key stakeholders. This report recommends that the City Manager bring forward a process to review and update Council's Strategic Plan in 2015 for Council's consideration that will enable the City to develop Strategic Actions beyond 2018 that reflect an updated vision, mission and goals for Toronto.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61590.pdf
Appendix A - Council's Strategic Plan
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61592.pdf
Appendix B - Key Council Achievements 2002 to 2012
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61591.pdf
Appendix C - Strategic Actions for 2013 to 2018
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61594.pdf
Appendix D - Preliminary Progress Indicators
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2013/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-61593.pdf
Motions
Request the City Manager to include the following considerations in the Strategic Actions or other components of the Strategic Plan as appropriate when he reports back in early 2015 on the Strategic Planning process:
1. Advancement of intra and inter-City transportation as part of the long term transportation plan;
2. Development and operation of public utilities and facilities within the City's role and jurisdiction as part of ensuring state of good repair for infrastructure;
3. Promotion of early literacy programs to prepare young children for academic success as part of enhancing the city's quality of life;
4. Commitment to educational excellence for all Toronto residents through sponsored facilities as part of enhancing the city's quality of life;
5. Expansion of the City's revenue base as part of the long term fiscal plan;
6. The development of a strategic action related to technology that supports seamless customer service, constant innovation, a web enabled city, and enhances information security and privacy.