Coraggio group begins strategic planning with Lincoln City and Mount Angel councils

During the North Bend City Council Work Session on January 13, 2025, city officials engaged in discussions centered around the strategic planning process facilitated by the Coraggio Group. This meeting marked the initial kickoff of a collaborative effort involving North Bend and three other cities: Yuko Bay, Lincoln City, and Mount Angel. The aim is to develop a comprehensive strategic plan that reflects the community's aspirations and priorities.

A key component of this planning process is a stakeholder survey designed to gather input from residents about their vision for the future. City Administrator feedback highlighted that the survey will ask participants to describe the community they hope to see in ten years using three words. This approach aims to distill the community's values and expectations into a clear, visual representation, referred to as a "hurdle," which will illustrate the most common responses.

Additionally, the council discussed identifying the community's greatest assets. Participants were tasked with selecting three out of a proposed ten assets, emphasizing the importance of concise and focused feedback to avoid overwhelming survey respondents. The council's goal is to refine this list, ensuring it accurately reflects the community's strengths while adhering to the survey's limitations.

The discussions underscored the council's commitment to engaging with residents and incorporating their perspectives into the strategic planning process. As the city moves forward, the outcomes of the survey and subsequent discussions will play a crucial role in shaping North Bend's future development and community initiatives. The council anticipates further deliberations on the survey results and the strategic plan in upcoming meetings, highlighting the ongoing importance of community involvement in local governance.