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This interim report provides a comprehensive update on the "Closing the Gap" project initiated by the City Council. It outlines the origins of the project, including key plans and motions from previous years. The report also reviews the project content through program, expenditure, and revenue evaluations, addressing service levels and efficiency. The project timeline details critical approval dates and future implementation strategies. Stakeholder consultations and readiness assessments are highlighted to ensure a citizen-focused approach. Essential next steps include building a guiding coalition and establishing project objectives. ###
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“Closing the Gap”Interim Report to City Council September 26, 2000 Attachment 2 2000COG012
Interim Report - Content • Origins of the Project • Update on Project Content • Project Timelines • Progress Over the Summer
Origins of the Project • Plan Edmonton (1998) • LRFP (1998) • City ‘97 Project • Councillors’ Motions (1999) • Update to the LRFP (2000)
Project Content • Program Review • Expenditure Review • Revenue Review
Program Review • What’s core / non-core? • What level of service should we provide? • What services are within our mandate? • Who should deliver services?
Expenditure Review • Are we delivering services efficiently? • Are we maximizing the benefits of technology? • How do we compare to others?
Revenue Review • Are we financing services appropriately? • Do we have a proper fiscal relationship with the Province? • Are there other revenues available to us?
Project Timelines • July 2000 - Council Approval • Oct 2000 - Terms of Reference • 2001-2002 - Implementation
Progress to Date • Consultation • Best Practice Research • Target Setting • Assessment of Readiness
Consultation • Civic Unions • Media • Chamber of Commerce • Community
Best Practice Research • We are not unique • There is no “silver bullet” • We are well positioned • Success depends on leadership • Process must be citizen-focussed
Target Setting • 2001-2010 LRFP • 3 Pillars • Balanced Approach
Readiness Assessment • Political Commitment • Administrative Commitment • Organizational Capacity
Next Steps • Build “Guiding Coalition” • Set Project Objectives • Set Terms of Reference • Implement