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A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE “OUR GAHANNA” STRATEGIC PLAN AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
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WHEREAS, the City of Gahanna recognizes the importance of proactive long-term planning to guide the community’s growth, development, and economic vitality; and
WHEREAS, in August 2024, the City launched Our Gahanna, a citywide planning initiative designed to define a thoughtful course for the future through comprehensive community engagement and collaboration; and
WHEREAS, the Our Gahanna Strategic Plan and Economic Development Strategy reflect a year-long, inclusive planning process involving residents, businesses, civic leaders, and City staff through workshops, surveys, and community events; and
WHEREAS, the Strategic Plan outlines a high-level framework built around a vision, mission, and values that define Gahanna’s aspirations and priorities, and establishes long-term goals that address community vibrancy, connectivity, stewardship, and identity; and
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Strategy complements the Strategic Plan by identifying opportunities to strengthen existing industry sectors, cultivate emerging economic drivers, and foster a skilled, employee-first workforce to support sustainable growth; and
WHEREAS, adoption of Our Gahanna provides a unified direction for the City’s future, ensuring that growth is managed responsibly, resources are allocated strategically, and the community’s values are reflected in decision-making; and
WHEREAS, the Administration recommends adoption of the Our Gahanna Strategic Plan and Economic Development Strategy as the City’s official framework for long-range planning, investment, and policy guidance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA, COUNTY OF FRANKLIN, STATE OF OHIO, THAT:
Section 1. City Council hereby adopts the Our Gahanna Strategic Plan and Economic Development Strategy as the official strategic and economic development framework for the City of Gahanna, establishing long-term goals and guiding principles to direct the City’s future growth and development.
Section 2. City departments, boards, and commissions are encouraged to align their actions, programs, and policies with the Our Gahanna plan to ensure consistency with the community’s shared vision and priorities.
Section 3. The Our Gahanna Strategic Plan and Economic Development Strategy are attached hereto and incorporated herein as EXHIBIT A.
Section 4. That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect after passage by this Council and on date of signature approval by the Mayor.