Issue - decisions

RESOLVED that:-

(a)         the draft new aspirational vision for the wider Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole city region be adopted;

(b)         the identification and delivery of the five big projects to deliver the wider vision be supported;

(c)         support for the Corporate Strategy be confirmed; and

(d)         the revised delivery plans appended to this report be approved.

Voting: Unanimous

Portfolio Holder: Leader of the Council

Reason

The strategy is the beginning of a golden thread that links personal, team and service performance to the things that matter most to the organisation. It represents the objectives and outcomes that the Council’s performance management framework.

A good corporate strategy is driven by a strong vision and ambitious goals, which are vital for promoting the opportunities an organisation presents for investment and engagement. The aspirational vision gives a stronger context for the Council’s corporate strategy and for achieving our wider ambitions.

It will influence the allocation and distribution of resources ensuring that the organisation commits its limited resources in accordance with its stated priorities.