Strategic Plan 2024As the city strives to meet the demands of a dynamic and expanding community, the adoption of contemporary approaches and the implementation of innovative strategic initiatives are imperative. The evolving landscape of Hardeeville necessitates a commitment to staying ahead of the curve, ensuring that the city's infrastructure, services, and programs align with the ever-changing needs of its residents. By embracing a forward-thinking mindset, the City of Hardeeville aims not only to keep pace with the modern era but also to proactively shape its future trajectory. This commitment to progress is vital in fostering a resilient and vibrant community that can effectively navigate the challenges and opportunities that arise in the process of growth and development.City of HardeevilleCOH_76b082f6-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea00A resilient and vibrant community that can effectively navigate the challenges and opportunities that arise in the process of growth and development_76b083e6-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea00To keep pace with the modern era and proactively shape its future trajectory_76b08490-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea00CommunicationCooperationEfficiencyTransparencyEffectivenessConnectionsBuild strong connections with community partners, residents, and employees _76b084b8-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea001Jasper CountyImprove our relations and cooperative efforts with Jasper County_76b084e0-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea001.1Jasper CountyCooperationImprove regional cooperative efforts with Beaufort County and other municipalities._76b08508-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea001.2Beaufort CountyCommunicationEnhance two-way communication internally & externally to increase effectiveness, efficiency, and transparency._76b08530-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea001.3ServicesProduce high-quality services to the community through a commitment to local government best practices and employee development, support, and retention._76b085c6-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea002StaffingAlign City staffing strategies with growth and development goals and increase job training for the new workforce. _76b085ee-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea002.1ResourcesAnalysis of existing and future resources to meet the demands of a growing city_76b08616-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea002.2Administration & OperationsAdministrative and operation improvements_76b08648-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea002.3HiringHire necessary new support and administration staff to meet demands of growing city (Finance, Housing-Community Services, HR) _76b08670-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea002.4Challenges & SolutionsRegional solutions for increasing community challenges_76b086a2-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea002.5Growth & DevelopmentCapitalize on the growth and development to expand and enhance the city while creating a financially healthy, sustainable, and desirable community._76b086ca-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea003HousingDevelopment attainable housing through the city_76b086fc-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea003.1DowntownRevitalizing downtown New additional COH facilities (including City Hall and Police Station, beautify the downtown area, improve Whyte Hardee Blvd., develop Veterans Park and construct Municipal Hub_76b0872e-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea003.2FacilitiesAddress other COH facility needs_76b08760-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea003.3BusinessesActively work to recruit new commercial and industrial businesses to the city_76b087b0-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea003.4278 MedianManage our shared infrastructure by beautifying the median along 278 _76b087ec-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea003.5Transportation & InfrastructureFacilitate the development of efficient and effective transportation systems that provide for both local and regional needs and strengthen the city's partnerships with public utilities to improve city-wide infrastructure._76b0881e-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea004Traffic & RoadsTransportation improvements through road construction and traffic solutions _76b0885a-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea004.1Business InfrastructurePrepare core infrastructure for economic development of new business _76b0888c-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea004.2StormwaterProactively prepare our infrastructure for growth by developing a Stormwater Master Plan to inform the design of new development._76b088c8-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea004.3UtilitiesUtility improvements citywide _76b08904-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea004.4Growth & InnovationProvide solutions that promote community growth and innovation, including implementing strategies to improve quality of life and community service needs throughout the city. _76b08940-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea005RecreationDevelop a comprehensive recreational plan for the COH that allows for proactive, relevant programming._76b0897c-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea005.1Events & FestivalsDevelop and communicate a citywide event strategy for continuing events and festivals and introducing and implementing new events _76b089c2-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea005.2HolidaysEngage the community for insight and participation for holiday related events_76b089fe-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea005.3Conservation EasementsUse the conservation easement to develop a passive recreation center for the region_76b08a44-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea005.4Challenges & ResourcesUtilize regional resources to address city challenges_76b08a80-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea005.5QOLImplement strategies to strengthen the city's quality of life by improving the health, safety and security for residents and visors alike _76b08ac6-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea006SafetyProvide public safety services to all City residents, businesses, visitors, and employees in an efficient, timely, and fiscally responsible manner. _76b08b0c-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea006.1TrafficImprove traffic safety through a multistrategy approach _76b08b7a-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea006.2HealthDevelop a COH public health policy and process to prepare for future health emergencies_76b08bc0-5e4c-11ef-9c01-41db1383ea006.32024-02-092024-12-312024-08-19https://hardeevillesc.gov/DocumentCenter/View/16116/Strategic-Goals-2024-PDFOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net