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4*- <br /> Elk River <br /> Municipal Utilities COMMISSION POLICY <br /> Section: Category: <br /> Governance Authority and Purpose Policies <br /> Policy Reference: Policy Title: <br /> G.1 g Planning Themes <br /> PURPOSE: <br /> Providing transparency and a clear connection between the organizational mission and vision to <br /> initiative and task, is an important leadership guide to make sure resources are contributed <br /> towards meaningful work. Line of sight between mission and task also helps to create a positive <br /> work environment where employees can identify the value of their efforts in achieving the <br /> organizational goals. Planning themes are used to prioritize initiatives, schedule and budget <br /> required resources, and create a clear line of sight between mission and task. With this policy the <br /> Commission acknowledges the importance of planning in a manner consistent with the <br /> organizational mission and vision such that the organizations resources are being used <br /> responsibly for meaningful work. <br /> POLICY: <br /> The Commission adopts and commits to govern in a manner consistent with the following <br /> planning themes: <br /> Theme 1: Communication—Improve the effectiveness of our communications inside the <br /> organization, with our customers, and with the community. <br /> Theme 2: Personnel and Governance—Develop our most valuable and vulnerable <br /> assets....our commissioners, employees, leaders, and future leaders. <br /> Theme 3: Strategic Thinking—Create a culture of strategic thinking and ensure line of <br /> sight from mission to vision. <br /> Theme 4: Technology—Implement the prudent use of technology to improve efficiency <br /> and increase customer choice, communication, and value. <br /> Theme 5: Growth—Assess the growth curve to make decisions regarding organizational <br /> change. <br /> Page 1 of 2 <br /> 13 <br />