Hello! It's Amanda, the Town of Marana Management Assistant! Just like Breanne, I am part of the working group that has been tackling the Strategic Plan update from Mayor and Council. Since this is the guiding document for the Town and policy decisions, this is a vital process to Marana's future.

There are five focus areas in our plan: Commerce, Community, Progress & Innovation, Recreation and Heritage. The working group has been going through all focus areas, initiatives and strategies that Council has made priorities for the next two years. This is our first update and there are many initiatives that the Town has accomplished since 2009. This time, we are focusing more on broad and more strategic goals rather than specific projects. This allows Town staff to take Council guidance and apply their unique skills set to reach out and get that initiative done. It is a fascinating process.

It getting close to the date we would like to present the updated draft to Council with everyone's comments and suggestions for approval. Because of this, the working group has been and will continue to meet each day this week to nail down language and definitions.

Keep checking back to see what happens next in the process. Once the draft is approved, we will begin the rollout and launch to staff and the public for comment. It's just another example of the commitment Council and staff have to transparency and accountability. Make sure your opinions are heard when the time comes.