Stockton-on-Tees Plan 2024 (DRAFT)
This is the draft Stockton-on-Tees Plan which has been developed with communities, for communities. If you have any final views that you would like to share on this draft please email james.odonnell@stockton.gov.uk by Monday 4 November.
This is our new Council Plan. It sets out a vision for the future of our Borough, which has been developed following conversations with communities. The Council Plan is a framework that the Council, as well as our partners and communities, will use to ensure we work together towards a shared vision that brings our vision to life.
Our vision is:
Stockton-on-Tees is home - a warm and friendly place, where we welcome others and come together as a single community. We are a diverse and inspiring Borough, culturally rich and with confidence in a future that we can all share and be proud of. At the economic heart of Tees Valley, we are a dynamic, safe and healthy place, where everyone can grow and succeed. We work together to reduce inequalities and remove barriers to opportunity. We are Team Stockton-on-Tees.
This Plan marks a new way of working for the Council. Pressures on communities and public services have been growing for some time, which mean we can no longer afford to deliver services the way we have in the past.
We are confident we can work with local stakeholders to put in place new and innovative approaches that will reshape what we do in the best interests of our residents, whilst effectively managing the resources we have.
Our Council Plan also responds to the policy direction of the new government and aligns with their priority Missions, particularly in breaking down barriers to opportunity, creating safer communities and kickstarting growth. Our co-ordinated approach to delivery will ensure that national policy and approach, supports local success.
Contents
Foreword from Leader of the Council and Chief Executive
Developing the plan - with communities, for communities