Our Strategic Plan 2008 - 2012
The next four years will see challenges for Lichfield District as we strive to achieve our vision. As one of the lowest charging district councils in the country, the pressure is always intense to balance our budgets. In the coming years this will be even more acute, as we take on extra responsibilities laid down by Government, whilst receiving less and less central Government funding.
Central Government's requirement for more housing is one of the major challenges we face. It will mean finding a balance between meeting our increasing obligations, whilst ensuring the unique qualities of Lichfield District are protected and enhanced. New legislation from Government that requires public services to work closer together will bring benefits, but also presents a challenge for us.
Closer joint working with organisations brings the risk of less accountability. So we will step up our efforts to champion the people of Lichfield District, to ensure all services, no matter which organisation provides them, meet local needs. At the heart of all we do is a determination to offer a service and to provide facilities people can be proud of.
Officially assessed as one of the top performing councils in the region, with nationally acclaimed services, such as recycling and planning, we will continue to drive through efficiencies to keep our costs down.
We're proud that the coming years will see our vision become a reality, as many of the nation's most prestigious retail and leisure brands commit to the district within two new shopping and lifestyle centres: Friarsgate in Lichfield City and the new town centre development in Burntwood.
We're committed to working together with local residents over the next four years to reinforce Lichfield District's position as an economic, cultural and tourism centre of national significance.
