Title
Parkland County Organizational Review - Terms of Reference and Expression of Interest
Proposed Motion(s)
That Council approve the proposed Terms of Reference and Expression of Interest for the 2013 Organizational Review as presented and authorize administration to proceed with the review.
Body
Administration Recommendation(s)
Administration supports the recommendation.
Purpose
At the request of Council, administration has prepared a Terms of Reference / Expression of Interest for consideration, and to complete the review in accordance with Council's Strategic Plan and budget.
Summary
In an effort to achieve the Goals set out in Council's Strategic Plan it is imperative from time to time to undergo an organizational review of County operations, process and structure. The County is interested in indentifying ways in which municipal services can be delivered in the most responsive, efficient and cost effective manner. Parkland County recognizes that there is an opportunity to increase the organization's efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring the best use of staff and municipal resources. Council is committed to best practices. We believe in raising the standard of customer service in delivery of municipal services and providing our staff with guidance and support in creating an enhanced culture of customer service excellence. Council and management are committed to building a more focused, responsive, resource-conscious and results-oriented organization that communicates effectively and works efficiently across departments. Therefore, an organizational review would be helpful in this process.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications (As Required)
Council's Strategic Plan and 2013 Budget..
Financial Impact:
Cost: TBD
Source of Funding: 2013 Budget
Other (As Required)
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