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Vision

2023 Strategic Vision:

Partnering with families, businesses, and visitors to make Oldsmar a creative, vibrant, and thriving community.


Vision Qualities:

  1. Community (friendly, relationship, open, partnership)
  2. Vibrant (recreation & entertainment opportunities, pedestrian-friendly)
  3. Employment
  4. Heart of Tampa Bay (destination, hub, place) 
  5. Sustainability (new urbanism, more living space, lifestyle, self-sustaining)
Mission

To provide leadership, innovation, environmental stewardship, and excellent services in partnership with the community.

Goals Description
Economic Development
To provide innovation by continually attracting and retaining vibrant businesses and supportive social activity to the City of Oldsmar.
Infrastructure
To provide excellent services by maintaining and creating quality infrastructure throughout the City of Oldsmar.
Public Relations
To support the City of Oldsmar partnership with the community by recognizing, defining, and promoting the qualities of Oldsmar throughout and beyond the city.
Quality of Place
To provide innovation by creating and maintaining public safety and the quality of places for gathering and social activity within the City of Oldsmar.
Sustainability
To provide environmental stewardship and ensure an environmental, economic and social equity balance within the City of Oldsmar government and the Oldsmar community.
Transportation
To provide excellent services by creating and maintaining venues for transportation alternatives to, from, and within the City of Oldsmar.
Workforce Development
To provide leadership by attracting, retaining and nurturing talented and skilled professionals with personal ownership in community building to the City of Oldsmar government.
Council Priorities Description Update Percent Complete Target End Date Community Engagement
On Target
Build the Downtown Corridor
City Manager's Office

This City will continue efforts to create the Oldsmar Town Center. These are anticipated to include activities to encourage redevelopment of city-owned properties along State Street and St. Petersburg Drive.

Library Site - In March, the Development Agreement was approved at the City's Planning Board and First Reading of the Public Hearing.

City Hall Site - The City Council approved and issued the RFP to 5 selected developers.

25 %
12/1/28
D. Collaborate
On Target
Enhance Roadway Safety for all Modalities including Safe Routes to Schools
Public Works

Execute multi-modal and roadway infrastructure projects as part of the Capital Improvement Program, partner with the local schools to initiate a safe routes to school program, and partner with Forward Pinellas for a Downtown Mobility Study.

March 2023 -

Speed cushions for Shore Drive and Lafayette Blvd have been ordered by the supplier.   Expecting to receive the materials sometime towards the end of April.   

Safe Routes to School 

  • Task Force met on February 27. 
  • Met with Oldsmar Elementary school's principal on March 6th.
  • Engineering considering different possible alternatives for implementation


    25 %
    9/30/24
    D. Collaborate
    On Target
    Execute Oldsmar Sports Complex Improvements
    Leisure Services

    Complete the installation of amenity upgrades to the facility including the installation of new scoreboards.

    Field renovations have been completed, along with support facilities. Installation of the scoreboards is currently taking place to finish the project.


    90 %
    4/26/23
    C. Involve
    On Target
    Expand Community Engagement
    City Manager's Office

    Create a Public Participation Policy and implementing program that expands community engagement in key city activities.

    Community Engagement continues to expand based on the policy adopted by the City Council.

     

    50 %
    9/30/23
    B. Consult
    On Target
    Maintain Existing Infrastructure
    Public Works

    As a broad priority, the entirety of the city's CIP is based on maintaining infrastructure and assets of the city.  This priority sets the parameters for regular oversight of infrastructure projects. 

    See Specific CIP projects

    40 %
    9/30/24
    B. Consult
    On Target
    Renovate and Upgrade Harbor Palms Infrastructure
    Public Works

    Upgrade the existing deteriorating infrastructure such as sidewalks, curbs and gutters and sewer and water piping system.

    See Project Updates

    80 %
    11/30/23
    B. Consult
    On Target
    Update Comprehensive Plan
    Planning & Redevelopment

    Complete a comprehensive plan update and submit to the State by August 2023. 

    The City is working with a consultant to update the City's Comprehensive Plan. The City held three public meetings and received updated Data and Analysis Report.  The consultant submitted updated Elements, including updated goals and objectives for each element for staff review. 

    70 %
    9/1/23
    D. Collaborate
    Strategic Plan Initiatives Department Description Target End Date Type
    Aeration System Upgrades
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Upgrade Re-aeration Process to replace dated blowers with more efficient equipment and replace deteriorating piping.

    Purpose: Two of the three existing centrifugal blowers are more than 30+ years old and some of the piping has deteriorated. The proposed upgrades would allow the system to ramp up/down providing minimum air required for process while conserving considerable power costs and potentially uncoupling two of the blowers to allow for ease of maintenance. The curtains separating process tanks may be relocated to increase capacity of aeration process as recommended in the Capacity Analysis Report.


    11/29/24
  1. Major CIP Project
  2. ADA Transition Plan
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Update American Disability Act Plan, and create a roadmap to move the City towards higher accessibility for all users.

    12/31/23
  3. Department Action
  4. Annual Training Plan
    Fire Rescue
    Fire Rescue

    Create and implement an annual training plan to provide Insurance Services Office (ISO) required training for each firefighter. The plan should also include an officer development component. 

    12/31/23
  5. Department Action
  6. Douglas Road Drainage & Road Profile Improvements
    Projects (Public Works)
    Public Works

    The Douglas Road Improvements project will culvert the existing large ditches with concrete pipe and widened the roadway by adding a continuous turn lane. Repaving of existing roadway, new sidewalk, bus stop improvements, and utility relocations are planned. The first phase will be from Commerce Blvd. to Stevens Ave. The second phase will be from Stevens Ave. to Racetrack Road.

    11/15/24
  7. Major CIP Project
  8. CRA Extension Study
    Planning & Redevelopment
    Planning & Redevelopment

    This study will assess the practicality of extending the life cycle of the Community Redevelopment Area.

    9/30/23
  9. Major CIP Project
  10. Douglas Road Drainage & Road Profile Improvements - Stormwater
    Projects (Public Works)
    Public Works

    The Douglas Road Improvements project will culvert the existing large ditches with concrete pipe and widened the roadway by adding a continuous turn lane. Repaving of existing roadway, new sidewalk, bus stop improvements, and utility relocations are expected. The first phase will be from Commerce Blvd. to Stevens Ave. The second phase willbe from Stevens Ave. to Racetrack Road.

    11/15/24
  11. Major CIP Project
  12. Citizen Satisfaction Survey
    City Manager's Office
    City Manager's Office

    Conduct an annual citizen survey through online medium.

    4/30/23
  13. Department Action
  14. City Clerk Recruitment
    Human Resources
    Human Resources

    City Clerk recruitment.

    3/31/23
  15. Department Action
  16. Citywide Branding
    City Manager's Office
    City Manager's Office

    Complete the branding selection for a city logo and begin to implement treatments.

    9/30/24
  17. Department Action
  18. Community Rating System Update
    Planning & Redevelopment
    Planning & Redevelopment

    Complete the 2023 CRS rating update.

    5/1/23
  19. Department Action
  20. Community Risk Assessment/ Standards of Coverage Study
    Fire Rescue
    Fire Rescue

    Evaluation and analysis of data performed by a consulting agency to analyze the risks facing the City of Oldsmar and the services provided by the Oldsmar Fire Rescue department. The Community Risk Assessment/ Standards of Cover (CRA-SOC) document is designed as a tool to provide the community and policymakers with an educated assessment of risks within the community and the fire department's capabilities to respond and mitigate those risks. The objectives of the CRA-SOC include documentation of the characteristics of our community, hazards and risks, response quality, and the plan to maintain or improve our response capabilites. 

    11/30/23
  21. Department Action
  22. Community Visioning
    City Manager's Office
    City Manager's Office

    Procure a consultant to conduct community visioning to include an updated vision, mission and strategic goals.

    11/30/23
  23. Department Action
  24. Harbor Palms Infrastructure Improvements Phase I
    Projects (Public Works)
    Public Works

    Upgrade the existing deteriorating infrastructure such as sidewalks, curbs and gutters and sewer and water piping system.

    11/1/23
  25. Major CIP Project
  26. Conduct an Analysis of Library Use and Attendance
    Library
    Library

    Proactively evaluate performance metrics for library usage and develop strategies to increase patronage of specific services.

    11/30/23
  27. Department Action
  28. Cybersecurity
    Administrative Services
    Administrative Services

    Implement 2023 cybersecurity measures.

    12/31/23
  29. Department Action
  30. Wind Classification and Flood Exposure Study
    Public Works
    Public Works

    The City has key structures to be utilized for staff storm shelters; study will assess structural integrity of buildings use for hurricane shelters.


    3/31/23
  31. Major CIP Project
  32. Douglas Road
    Public Works
    Public Works

    The Douglas Road Improvements project will culvert the existing large ditches with concrete pipe and widened the roadway by adding a continuous turn lane. Repaving of existing roadway, new sidewalk, bus stop improvements, and utility relocations are expected. The first phase will be from Commerce Blvd. to Stevens Ave. The second phase will be from Stevens Ave. to Racetrack Road.

    5/1/25
  33. Major CIP Project
  34. Downtown Mobility Study
    Planning & Redevelopment
    Planning & Redevelopment

    The Downtown Mobility Study will analyze mobility in the downtown area, provide policies and infrastructure recommendations for all users.  The study is anticipated to be a cooperative effort with Forward Pinellas.

    9/30/24
  35. Major CIP Project
  36. Downtown Redevelopment Efforts for City-Owned Property
    City Manager's Office
    City Manager's Office

    Pursue activities as per Council direction for city-owned properties located adjacent to the Library and City Hall.

    9/30/24
  37. Department Action
  38. Emergency Operations After Action Assessments
    Fire Rescue
    Fire Rescue

    Facilitate the completion of tasks identified in the Hurricane Ian After Action report.

    6/1/24
  39. Department Action
  40. Enhance City's Budget Process
    Administrative Services
    Administrative Services

    Enhance the City's budget process to include community participation in setting priorities and providing more informational workshops.

    9/30/23
  41. Department Action
  42. Evaluate Public Records Request Tracking Process
    City Clerk
    City Clerk

    Identify key process steps in fulfilling public records requests and evaluate methods to systematize the process.

    12/1/23
  43. Department Action
  44. Hire General Engineering Consultant(s)
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Hire a general engineer consultant(s) to provide professional engineering services for design, project management, and construction engineering of capital projects.

    5/1/23
  45. Department Action
  46. Host National USABMX Events
    Leisure Services
    Leisure Services

    Host the 2023 Sunshine State Association and 2023 Gator Nationals races at the Oldsmar Sports Complex.

    2/28/23
  47. Department Action
  48. Job Shadowing Program
    City Manager's Office
    City Manager's Office

    Develop a job shadowing program that matches Oldsmar youth with the business sector to grow a community-based local talent pipeline.

    7/1/23
  49. Department Action
  50. Lakeview Drive Culvert Repair
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Inspect existing culverts under Lakeview Drive. Complete repair of pipes. 

    3/13/23
  51. Major CIP Project
  52. Legislative Requests
    City Manager's Office
    City Manager's Office

    Request direct appropriations.

    5/31/23
  53. Department Action
  54. Oldsmar Strategy and Performance Dashboard
    City Manager's Office
    City Manager's Office

    Complete implementation of a strategy dashboard to include enterprise level strategy elements as well as department level objectives, summary of services and performance measures.

    4/30/23
  55. Department Action
  56. Parks Satisfaction Survey
    Leisure Services
    Leisure Services

    Collaborate with the Leisure Services Advisory Board to develop and conduct a Parks Satisfaction Survey.

    8/31/23
  57. Department Action
  58. Compensation and Classification Study
    Human Resources
    Human Resources

    Complete the Evergreen pay and compensation study and present a plan to Council.

    4/30/23
  59. Department Action
  60. Project Management Tracking
    City Manager's Office
    City Manager's Office

    Develop a system and policy to manage projects at the enterprise level.

    4/30/23
  61. Department Action
  62. Resilient Ready Program
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Utilize results of the Resilient Ready Tampa Bay effort that assessed flood-prone areas to develop solutions through the expanded use of multi-functional green infrastructure systems and resilient site design and construction practices.

    11/30/23
  63. Department Action
  64. Safe Routes to Schools
    Planning & Redevelopment
    Planning & Redevelopment

    Implement a Florida Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program, to be funded by the Florida Department of Transportation, whose goal is to make it safer for more children to walk and bicycle to school. This will be implemented for Oldsmar Elementary for the area within the Community Redevelopment Area.

    9/30/23
  65. Department Action
  66. Sewer Line Assessment
    Public Works
    Public Works

    This is a proactive approach to maintaining the sanitary sewer system by identifying damaged piping before failure. Preventing sewer spills are necessary for public safety, the environment, and regulatory compliance. SB 712 requires annual collection system assessment and reporting to demonstrate adequate investment in collection system. Assessment of sanitary sewer gravity pipelines using cameras to identify needed maintenance and repairs.

    1/31/23
  67. Major CIP Project
  68. Social Media Presence
    City Manager's Office
    City Manager's Office

    Increase the number and quality of social media posts.

    9/30/23
  69. Department Action
  70. St. Petersburg Drive & Bayview Blvd. Roundabout
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Design and Construct a roundabout at St. Petersburg Drive & Bayview Boulevard for traffic calming, safety enhancement and as a gateway to the Community Redevelopment Area. 

    2/25/26
  71. Major CIP Project
  72. Stormwater Master Plan
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Establish a set of projects to be completed over the next decade, evaluate alternative funding, and provide recommendations to improve the city's stormwater system.  Set priorities for the stormwater utility and establish a clear path to achieve this vision.  Update stormwater model to a regulatory tool, which is able to receive increase CRS scoring.

    1/31/24
  73. Major CIP Project
  74. Tree Ordinance
    Leisure Services
    Leisure Services

    Make recommendations to the City's Tree Ordinance for City Council consideration.

    4/30/23
  75. Department Action
  76. WRF Control Building
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Replace the Control Building in order to meet current flood elevation requirements, improve use of space, and harden the building. 

    9/30/25
  77. Major CIP Project
  78. WRF Master Plan
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Identify infrastructure improvements needed for the WRF for the next decade, prioritize projects, & develop an implementation schedule. Model the collection system to support regulatory reporting requirements, and increase plant capacity to meet development potential.

    12/31/24
  79. Major CIP Project
  80. Water Meter Replacement
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Replace all water and reclaimed water manual read meters throughout the City with touch-read or radio-read type meters; The project is completed annually to eventually convert completely to radio-read technology.  

    9/30/23
  81. Major CIP Project
  82. Water Supply Plan
    Public Works
    Public Works

    Assess existing water supplies, projected growth, storage, permitting, and treatment capacity.  Ensure the City is prepared to meet development potential over the next 20 years.  

    9/30/23
  83. Major CIP Project