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Visionary Goals:

Our Healthy & Safe Community

Accounts for 50% of the FY 2011-12 General Fund Budget

SERVICE PRIORITY

Public Safety is our top priority. The primary goal of the Ventura Police Department is to respond to your “most urgent” calls for service within five minutes 90% of the time. Every effort is made to reduce crime and the fear of crime by providing you with a safe community and quality service.

The core services of the Fire Department are: emergency response; code enforcement; construction permits and disaster preparedness. Ventura City Fire will continue to focus on saving lives, protecting and preserving property, and offer outstanding performance in times of economic growth or recession.

Our Prosperous Community

Accounts for 2% of the FY 2011-12 General Fund Budget

SERVICE PRIORITY

Increased importance is being placed on rebuilding prosperity. This is a fundamental and profound change that serves to ensure sustainable funding for city programs. Concentrating on local businesses, attracting sustainable industry and promoting high value jobs allows us the opportunity to be a stronger, more fiscally responsible city.

Our Well Planned, Designed & Accessible Community

Accounts for 8% of the FY 2011-12 General Fund Budget

SERVICE PRIORITY

Redesigning our government includes streamlining regulations and processes to accelerate business development and economic prosperity without lowering standards of quality. An accessible community incorporates smart growth with a safe and efficient infrastructure. We will continue to promote the best building standards and preserve our community heritage.

Our Creative & Vibrant Community

Accounts for 10% of the FY 2011-12 General Fund Budget

SERVICE PRIORITY

Through a diverse range of education, recreation and service programs, we will continue to enhance the quality of life in our community. Recreation services promote health and fitness, social service programs serve many segments of our population and promote well-being while art and culture contribute to economic development. The current economy challenges us to foster new and expanded partnerships with agencies, nonprofits, community groups and service clubs to maximize the benefits of these services.

Our parks, open spaces and recreational facilities are major attractions in Ventura. We will responsibly maintain attractive, functional places and preserve recreational opportunities to our best potential.

Our Green Community

Accounts for 6% of the FY 2011- 12 General Fund Budget

SERVICE PRIORITY

We strive to give each and every member of our community quality water services that meet or exceed regulations and mandates. Our redesign will maintain these safe, exceptional services you rely on.

In order to respect and protect our environment we will continue to balance conservation programs and capital projects for a leaner and greener, more sustainable Ventura.

General Government

Accounts for 25% of the FY 2011-12 General Fund Budget

SERVICE PRIORITY

General government provides the organizational support to city services and will remain committed to fiscal health and quality leadership. Responsive, fair and accountable actions ensure that we meet the expectations of our community and long-term goals. The voice of the community is vital and we endeavor to provide opportunities for community involvement in decision-making.