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Aug 21, 2024·StrategicPlan
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City of Valdez, Alaska Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan 2024-2028
The City of Valdez, Alaska Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan 2024 outlines strategies to reduce risks from natural hazards by identifying vulnerabilities and developing mitigation actions. The plan details specific hazards including avalanche, dam failure, earthquake, flood & erosion, landslide, severe weather, tsunami, volcano, and wildfire. It aims to enhance community resilience, improve communication, establish funding priorities, and increase public awareness to minimize losses and protect lives and property over a five-year implementation period.
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The City Council conducted several business items, including appointments to the City Library Board and the renewal of a Certificate of Public Conveyance and Necessity for Valdez Yellow Cab. The Council approved multiple contract awards and agreements with GCSIT Solutions for network and infrastructure upgrades, as well as a contract amendment for school district office water damage abatement. A decision was made to select a site for the new fire station facility. Additionally, the Council adopted an ordinance amending municipal code regarding alcoholic beverage licenses and hours of operation. Various reports were presented, including planning and zoning approvals, land purchase updates, harbor developments, and multiple change order reports.
May 2, 2018·BoardMeeting
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City of Valdez City Council Meeting Minutes
The Council certified the results of the 2018 municipal election. Presentations were received regarding economic diversification through outdoor recreation and a proposal for a new housing development. Significant discussion occurred concerning drunk driving prevention and the potential formation of an alcohol working group. The Council evaluated options for the new fire station location, prioritizing the Skate Park site. Additional business included awarding a contract for the Kelsey Dock Interpretive Center, settling outstanding liabilities from a senior center audit, approving the local school budget, and addressing performance concerns regarding a professional services contractor.
Feb 1, 2010·StrategicPlan
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Purdue Center for Regional Development Staff Publication
This document introduces "Strategic Doing" as an agile methodology for guiding strategic action within open networks, designed to overcome the limitations of traditional strategic planning. It emphasizes speed, collaboration, and continuous learning by focusing on four key questions: identifying collaborative possibilities, defining clear outcomes, establishing mutual commitments and action plans, and creating learning loops. The methodology aims to leverage assets, foster purposeful conversations, and utilize Web 2.0 tools to build trust and effective collaborations, particularly for regional development.
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