2021 Strategic Plan - Balanced Scorecard & Measures

In September of 2020, the City Administrator and City Council met to discuss a new Strategic Plan for the City as the 2017-2020 Strategic Plan was set to expire at the end of the year. A new Strategy Map for the City was introduced to the council during the December 9, 2020, General Government Meeting. This new Strategy Map implements a scorecard with measurable goals. See the Proposed Balanced Scorecard & Measures (PDF) for more information.

Vision: 

Cañon City is a vibrant, attractive, and safe community that values quality of life, adventure, and prosperity. 

Perspectives

Customer

• Cañon City continually improves its citizens' quality of life.
• We are a customer-focused, business-friendly community.
• Canon City is a dynamic destination with a small-town feel 

Financial

• Spend tax dollars efficiently and responsibly.
• Maintain a balanced, diversified economy.

Internal Processes

Community Engagement

• Establish and promote our identity and nurture community pride.
• Create programming that engages people.

Economic Development

• Prioritize and implement development projects.
• Champion community relationships that will foster entrepreneurship.
• Establish Canon City as an economically resilient community 

Operational Excellence

• Simplify municipal regulations and code.
• Invest in infrastructure and public safety.

Learning and Growth

• Establish a culture of great customer service.
• Provide opportunities for staff growth and training.