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VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA
2025 - 2026 STRATEGIC
PLAN
VISION • MISSION • FOCUS AREAS • PROGRESS UPDATE
Why This Plan Matters
Guides long-term priorities and resourcE
allocation
•Aligns staff work with Council direction
•Ensures transparency and measurable
progress
•Updated regularly as a living document
***Village Web Site - Village Council/25-26 Strategic Plan
ClearGov Document - 25-26 Strategic Plan
Vision & Mission
Vision: Preserve Tequesta's unique character,
community spirit, small-town values, and quality of
life.
Mission: Protect health and safety, deliver
exceptional and fiscally sound service, uphold the
public interest, and advance the community's
vision.
Core Values
•Excellence
•Ethics & Transparency
•Quality of Life
•Employees
•Communication
•Compassion
Overall Plan Status
68 Action Items Total
•18% Complete
•38% On Track
•24% Not Started
•13% Minor Disruption
•7% Major Disruption
Overall Completion: 61 %
Focus Areas Overview
•Fiscally Responsible Government
— 74% complete
•Community Appearance &
Identity
— 26% complete
•Municipal Infrastructure
— 64% complete Ok
•Operational Excellence •
— 80% complete
TOP PRIORITIES
1. Provide additional match funding to the State appropriations for Tecluesta Park
Approved Appropriation Agreement. We have $590 set aside in CIP, expecting
$340,000 from the State of Florida as matching revenue.
2. Identify additional CIP funding - We have accounted for ro sidewalks from the
GF ongoing. This year we are dedicating 21% of Revenue = 088 778 toward CIP funding in
utilities = "Pay-Go". $135,000 Stormwater. Grant funding priority. Allocate General Fund for
upcoming projects.
3. Enhance the resilience of Stormwater through funding and upgrades. We have
committed 50% of our Water Utility Tax = $135,000 for Stormwa._ , Maintenance.
4. Employee retention and recruitment - We continue to fund increases for Employee
Healthcare. This year estimated 12% = est. $275,000 increase. We have included in the
budget competitive wages.
5. Consider Remembrance Park Phase 2 - Decided to postponed this phase until after
phase 1 was completed and analyzed community input as well as funding options.
TOP PRIORITIES
6. Develop Future Master Facilities Plan - Budgeted and approved work authorization.
Review underway. Have approved funding for Village Annex and remolded office.
7. Fund 15-Year Road and Sidewalk Plan - Fully Funded Road and Sidewalk Program.
8. Expand and improve critical land areas that serve to maintain the Village's distinctive
features through land acquisition and park improvements. - Awaiting 2026 Legislative
process for Tequesta Park. Awaiting construction plans. .
9. Continue education toward policy on golf carts and e-bikes- The village continues
education. Awaiting Legislative changes to law. Transition Off or clear measurable.
10. Expand tree planting efforts - Initiated Tree Rebate Program, Awaiting the completion of
Tequesta Drive to initiate Phase II.
TOP PRIORITIES
11. Implement Impact Fees for Development - Can not implement fees due to State
Legislation
12 and 13- Improve Village Gateways/Beautification of Old Dixie. Received approved ILA
with PBC on Feb. 28th. Will need Council approval. Draft County Line scope and
conceptual. Working with Martin County for scope and shared cost.
14. Application of High-Level Transportation Plan and Mobility - Developed plan. Funded
through a grant. Prioritized projects. Need to combine with impact fees and or funding
options for CIP .
PRIORITIES
1. Consider the policy for Cross-Connection Control Compliance - Provided options for
Council. Initiated agreement starting with commercial properties.
2. Fund Tequesta Bridge Future Maintenance - Approved in Budget. Council will
consider approval of Work Authorization in March/April
3. Establish a Safe and Quiet Railroad Crossing - Funding no long available through
grant funding. Staff considering additional options which includes moving forward
with quiet zone application.
4. Utility Project timeliness and reporting - Have presented to Council, updates available
on website. Have project manager to remain on time and on budget. Transition off
or come up with clear measurables.
5. Improve Communication with the Development Community. - Have provided several
Held social for developers. Staff has facilitated meetings with developers and
provided opportunities and Recreation Center. Transition off clear measurables. __J
2026 - 2027 STRATEGIC PLAN
• Review Community Survey
• Review Strategic Plan
• Review and Discuss 26 Legislative Session changes
• Review Comprehensive Plan
2026-2027 Strategic Plan Process
• Consider Strategic Initiatives - April 13, 2026
• Align with Community Goals
• Prioritize Initiatives
• Develop Action Plan
• Adopt as part of the 2026- 2027 Strategic Plan
• Budget Strategically
• Single or Multiyear approach
" " IF YOU DON'T KNOW WHERE YOU
ARE GOING , YOU MIGHT WIND UP
SOMEPLACE ELSE . "
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