Strategic Planning

Simply put, strategic planning helps determine where an organization is going, gives it a sense of direction, guides how it's going to get there and measures the success in meeting the established goals.  The Yankton City Commission and City Staff are actively developing a dynamic strategic plan for Yankton.  The foundation of this process is based on "The Yankton Plan" the City's comprehensive plan adopted November, 2003.  The strategic plan will help establish realistic goals and objectives consistent with the mission.  This plan communicates the goals and objectives to the community and focuses key resources on those priorities.  The City's Mission Statement describes the organization's overall purpose and reason to exist and the Value Statement, defines core values that guide the day-to-day activities.

The Mission Statement, Values Statement, and City of Yankton Goals listed are the product of the City's efforts to more clearly define and direct the focus of the community.

Mission Statement

The mission of the City of Yankton is to provide cost-effective, public services as required by its citizens and to provide an environment so that both its citizens and the economy prosper.

Values Statement

The following values are fundamental to the City of Yankton's success and fulfillment for our mission.

Excellence and Quality in the Delivery of Services

We believe that service to the public is our reason for being and strive to deliver quality services in a highly professional and cost-effective manner

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe that fiscal responsibility and the prudent stewardship of public funds is essential for citizen confidence in government.

Ethics and Integrity

We believe that ethics and integrity are the foundation blocks of public trust and confidence and that all meaningful relationships are built on these values.

Open and Honest Communication

We believe that open and honest communication is essential for an informed and involved citizenry and to foster a positive working environment for employees.

Cooperation and Teamwork

We believe that the public is best served when departments and employees work cooperatively as a team rather than at cross purposes.

Visionary Leadership and Planning

We believe that the very essence of leadership is to be visionary and to plan for the future.

Professionalism

We believe that continuous improvement is the mark of professionalism and are committed to apply this principle to the services we offer and the development of our employees.

City of Yankton Goals

Goal One:

To provide a leadership role in the City’s economic development.

Goal Two:

To manage the City’s growth.

Goal Three:

To develop a City vision, goals and action plan to achieve the goals.

Goal Four:

To improve internal communication.

Goal Five:

To ensure the City’s continued financial stability.

Goal Six:

To manage the City’s periphery growth.

Goal Seven:

To increase collaborative efforts with other jurisdictions and the private sector.

Goal Eight:

To improve the marketing of the community.

Goal Nine:

To revitalize downtown Yankton.

Goal Ten:

To increase efforts to recruit and retain families to the community.