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Council adopts vision and mission statements after retreat
Summary
Portsmouth City Council adopted new vision and mission statements developed at a recent council retreat to guide city priorities; adopted unanimously.
Portsmouth City Council adopted vision and mission statements crafted during a recent council retreat, voting 7‑0 to approve them as a guide for council decision‑making.
City Manager Steven Carter read the statements on council’s behalf. The vision emphasizes a “vibrant waterfront city” where individuals feel safe and empowered, celebrates history, and promotes an innovative environment for residents to flourish. The mission commits council to provide effective, responsive and innovative services to enhance quality of life, promote economic growth and foster a safe, inclusive community.
Council members described the retreat as productive and said the statements will serve as guideposts for future work. No public comment or fiscal impacts were recorded on the item in the meeting transcript; the ordinance adopting the statements was approved 7‑0.
