The Fargo Park District's Strategic Plan is a testament to the District's dedication to growing community through places, spaces, and experiences.
PURPOSE
The Strategic Plan sets forth the Fargo Park District's strategic direction for the next several years. The plan outlines the Park District's purpose, envisioned future, and areas of strategic priority in which the District will invest time, talent, and resources to fulfill its mission and realize its vision.
PROCESS
The process used to develop this plan involved a broad range of stakeholder engagement and input, including community and staff surveys, stakeholder focus groups, partner committee meetings, and board member interviews. A committee made of 35 stakeholders, community partners, and staff members met a total of five times to provide context, feedback, and strategic direction.
COMPONENTS OF THE PLAN
The Strategic Plan defines the organizational mission (purpose), vision (envisioned future), core values (guiding principles), strategic priorities, goals, objectives, strategies, and outcomes.
OUR MISSION.
Growing community through places, spaces, and experiences.
OUR VISION.
The Fargo Park District strives to be a central driving force in creating an active and healthy community by:
- Providing safe spaces to nurture personal growth and enhance social connections.
- Building a collaborative workplace with dedicated, forward-thinking staff.
- Ensuring open, accountable, and transparent communication with the public.
- Protecting park ecosystems and surrounding environments.
- Utilizing data-driven decision making to improve services and maximize community impact.
- Advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do.
OUR VALUES.
Be Authentic.
We uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and stewardship in all our interactions and decisions. Our authenticity is reflected in our commitment to honesty, ethical practices, and genuine communication. By fostering an environment where authenticity thrives, we build trust, cultivate meaningful relationships, and ensure our our actions align with our values.
Be Bold.
We courageously embrace challenges and push boundaries to drive growth. By fostering a culture of boldness, we inspire each other to think creatively, act decisively, take calculated risks, lead with conviction, and pursue ambitious goals.
Be Collaborative.
We believe in the strength that comes from diverse perspectives. We encourage innovation, enhance problem-solving, and achieve greater outcomes by fostering an environment where everyone's voice is included, valued, and respected.
OUR PRIORITIES.
- Organizational Excellence
- Relationships
- Spaces and Places
