AWWA JTMGT64455

This slide presentation outlines the yearly strategic planning cycle at the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works, Bureau of Sanitation. The presentation begins by providing background information on the City of Los Angeles' wastewater program and lists the challenges it faces that include: increased regulations; regulatory compliance; growth and aging Infrastructure; increased public expectations; and, limited funds. The presentation outlines the 10 Steps of the Yearly Strategic Planning Cycle which include: Step 1 - Internal and External Environment Assessment (SWOTts); Step 2 - Define present Challenges, Define the Future in 5 years (definition of success), and How We Get There; Step 3 - Reassess your Mission, Vision, Motto, and Values; Step 4 - Define Key Result Areas; Step 5 - Define Goals for immediate future (a few may carry on beyond one year horizon); Step 6 - Develop Goal Implementation Plans; Step 7 - Write the Plan; Step 8 - Communicate the Plan; Step 9 - Develop Balanced Score Board (Strategic Planning Execution); and, Step 10 - Monitor Progress (Strategic Planning Execution). Includes tables.