Strategic Plan

We are developing our Strategic Plan that will set the direction for the Township of Southwold, and serve as a guiding document that identifies the goals, strategies, and vision of both Council and members of the community. The Strategic Plan aligns with the term of Council and will be in effect from 2023-2027.

The Strategic Plan is developed with input from residents, landowners, and business and community partners to reflect the needs and expectations of the Community. It will drive decision-making in the planning and allocation of resources within the Township.

Phase 1: Feedback Collection - Completed

The Township offered three various ways for the community to provide feedback and help develop the Strategic Plan

Workshops

The Township hosted two community workshop presentation sessions to allow residents to learn more about the purpose of the Strategic Plan and share their vision. There was also a workshop hosted for Council's insight, as well as a workshop for staff to gather their feedback.

Survey

Our online survey was open to residents and closed May 22, 2023.

Input from the survey will be used alongside feedback from the community workshops, returned postcards, and Council and Staff insight to develop the final strategic plan.

Postcards

Informational postcards were distributed throughout the community. Space was provided on the back of the postcard for you to share your goals for the Township of Southwold. Postcards were returned to the Township and will be considered in the development of the Strategic Plan.

Phase 2: Strategic Plan - Current

During this phase, the Township will compile the community, Council, and staff feedback to assist in formulating the Draft Strategic Plan, expected to be presented to Council at their Regular Meeting on July 10, 2023.

Additional supportive and informational reports may be presented to Council prior to the Draft Strategic Plan presentation, and can be accessed in the agenda portion of our Council Calendar.

Click here to view the Key Findings Report from our Community and Council workshops.

The final Strategic Plan is expected to be passed by Council toward the end of 2023..

Phase 3: Implementation of Strategic Plan - Upcoming

Phase 3 will see the implementation of the Strategic Plan. The Township will continue to monitor the progress of the Strategic Plan and provide annual reports on the progress. These reports can be found on our Plans, Reports, Studies and Projects page under Township Strategic Plan.

FAQ's

What is a Strategic Plan?

A strategic plan serves as framework to guide Council and staff in decision-making to reflect the needs and expectations of the community, and direct resources where they are needed. The Strategic Plan is developed in collaboration with Council, staff, and community partners.

What is our current Strategic Plan?

The current Strategic Plan can be found here.

How is Success Measured?

You can view the reports of our progress on the current Strategic Plan under the plans tab here. Select Township Strategic Plan in the drop-down menu.