Strategic Plan 2025 - 2026

Effective, Efficient & Strategic Government Operations

As an employer of choice, the Town of Frederick will lead the region in a culture of efficiency, innovation, and strategic partnerships in all municipal services to far exceed the community's expectations and exemplify the fact that Frederick is Built on What Matters, its people. 

1.1 Develop and implement a strategy for a delivering a parks, streets and downtown “win” including assessing available political capital.

1.2 Complete an update to the Municipal Code in connection with 2.5 below. 

Community & Economic Vitality

Frederick is a community that fosters economic, recreational, cultural, and environmental vitality and builds upon and enhances a variety of economic opportunities. Frederick celebrates its downtown and regards it as a gem in the region. 

2.1 Create a funding strategy to facilitate the implementation of the Frederick Recreation Area Master Plan. 

2.2 Continue implementing our retail attraction strategy to target regional and destination opportunities, traditional and non-traditional retailers, hospitality, and sit-down eating establishments. 

2.3 Begin implementation of revitalization strategies for the downtown with “gazelle like” energy to include short-term, mid-term and long-term projects.  

2.4 Complete the Downtown Plan by mid 2025. 

2.5 Continue work on updating the Land Use Code in connection with 1.2 above. 

Dynamic, Inclusive & Connected Community

Frederick is represented by diverse nonprofit, cultural, business, and geographic participation. Residents actively engage in activities and initiatives; they are encouraged and supported to address important community needs and issues. 

3.1 Implement new ways to increase accessibility for public engagement including both traditional and non-traditional means. 

3.2 Foster and improve the quality of our relationships with all regional partners seeking ways to collaborate and leverage resources.

Strategic, Reliable & Sustainable Infrastructure

Frederick is dedicated to investing in existing and future transportation, water, storm water, and technology while planning for sustainable growth and development. 

4.1 Develop a funding strategy for implementation of the Facilities Master Plan. 

4.2 Create a rolling five-year Capital Improvement Plan that prioritizes the impacts and needs of the community inclusive of a comprehensive communication strategy for each project. 

Safe & Secure

Residents of Frederick experience safety and peace of mind knowing they live in the safest community in Colorado for sustainable growth and development.

5.1 Continue efforts to implement commitments made resulting from the public safety sales tax initiative. 

Fiscally Responsible Governance

The Town of Frederick plans for, identifies, leverages, and utilizes resources that reflect exemplary stewardship for those who live in Frederick and those who will seek out Frederick in the future. 

6.1 Create and implement a long-term financial model for the Town taking into account exist needs as well as planning for the future needs of the community. 

6.2 Demonstrate excellence in public stewardship through updating critical policies (i.e. personnel, procurement and financial policies) including developing a schedule for providing routine, timely updates to keep current with changing laws, trends and practices.