A CLEAR VISION FOR LAKE GENEVA
Every great community has two stories—one about its past, and one about where it’s going. Lake Geneva’s past is rich with beauty, history, and tradition. But the story of where we’re going is still being written, and every resident, business owner, and visitor has a part to play.
In Q1 2026, the city will develop a Strategic Plan—a practical, forward-looking guide to help us set priorities, make smart investments, and keep Lake Geneva strong and vibrant. Think of it as a roadmap that helps us decide not only where we want to go, but how we’re going to get there.
To spark broad thinking, here are Six Strategic Pillars that serve as conceptual lenses used for framing, sorting, and categorizing issues. The Strategic Plan will specify action and outcome priorities — what we want to achieve over the next five to ten years that will require execution, capital, risk, and scheduling.
STRATEGIC PLAN - PROSPECTUS
SIX STRATEGIC PILLARS
A STRONG, YEAR-ROUND ECONOMY
Economic Growth& Diversification
Supporting Local Business
Smart Development, Not Overdevelopment
Jobs, Investment, and Opportunity
A COMMUNITY THAT WORKS FOR EVERYONE
Community Life & Engagement
Residents and Neighborhoods First
Listening to Residents
Transparency and Trust
RELIABLE INFRASTRUCTURE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Infrastructure, Mobility & Facilities
Roads, Utilities, and Facilities
Police, Fire, and Emergency Readiness
Planning Ahead, Not Falling Behind
SMART TOURISM & A VIBRANT DOWNTOWN
Tourism & Visitor Experience
Balancing Residents and Visitors
Downtown Business Vitality
Events, Access, and Quality of Life
RESPONSIBLE FINANCES & LOWER RISK
Fiscal Health & Sustainability
Budget Discipline
Long-Term Planning
Protecting Taxpayers
A CITY THAT RUNS WELL
Operational Excellence & Efficiency
Professional Management
Clear Policies, Consistent Decisions
Respect for Staff and Taxpayers
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