09/27/2005
CITY COUNCIL VISIONING SESSION MINUTES
CITY OF CLEARWATER
September 27, 2005
Present: Frank Hibbard Mayor
William C. Jonson Vice-Mayor
Hoyt P. Hamilton Councilmember
John Doran Councilmember
Absent: Carlen Petersen Councilmember
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. at the Ross Norton Recreation and
Aquatics Complex. Approximately 11 residents were in attendance.
Introduction to the Visioning Process
James Moore, PhD. requested participants consider what Clearwater should become as
it matures, and their vision for the future. He reviewed demographic, economic, and
technological changes that impact Clearwater’s future. Dr. Moore said the goal is to create a
vision and make growth predictable.
SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) Analysis
Citizens broke up into groups and listed City strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and
threats. Each group then presented its biggest concern.
Elements of the Vision
Dr. Moore reviewed the current vision and citizens provided input regarding elements of
the Vision.
Ranking the Elements
Participants ranked the elements of the vision.
Developing a Vision Statement
Participants developed a Vision Statement. “People in Clearwater care about their
community and each other. This dynamic waterfront city attracts visitors from around the world,
but is also a great place to live, work and play. Clearwater is a diverse community, which is
enthusiastic about learning and appreciates its historic character. Clean and green, this
peaceful city is the ideal place to call home.”
Wrap Up and Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
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