Two guidance documents are designed to support state agencies and community partners in the development of collaborative planning processes that are effective, have strong buy-in, are resistant to challenge, and can be implemented. The document offers best practices, tips, templates, and resources to support successful planning efforts.
Organizational Strategic Plans
Starting in FY22, all state agencies are required to develop organizational strategic plans. These plans outline a department or division’s goals for itself and what it will take to accomplish those goals. They may address customer service, employee professional development, office culture, fulfilling statutory responsibilities, and excellence in the services the agency provides.
Many state agencies also develop policy area strategic plans. These plans describe goals for a specific policy area (e.g. transportation, water, aging, Olympics) and what is needed to accomplish those goals.They may address policy changes, strategic investments, or initiatives.