City of Newport, OR

Vision 2040

2022-23

Improving Community Health and Safety ( 2022-23)

E1 (1)

Affordable and Accessible Healthcare

Work to improve access to and affordability of healthcare for all in the community through improved healthcare facilities, education, and preventive services.

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
60+ Advisory Committee	1	Partnering with Samaritan Health Services and Department of Public Health to promote electronic health inquiry and provide information to patients about local evidenced based programs.

E2 (0)

Medical Professionals and Specialists

Recruit and retain more healthcare providers and medical professionals in the community, including medical specialists in pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, chronic diseases, services for veterans, and the prevention and treatment of addiction.

E3 (0)

Expanded Mental Healthcare

Expand mental health services in the area, including improved community education, prevention, and counseling services, as well as trauma-informed care that diagnoses and treats the mental health impacts of adverse life experiences.

E4 (6)

Improved Service Coordination

Enhance coordination among social services, non-profits, and faith-based institutions to provide integrated, comprehensive support to residents of our community experiencing poverty, hunger, social isolation, homelessness, addiction, domestic violence, an

Department	Goal Number	Goal
LIB	6	Customize programs and services for our Latinx population
LIB	7	Increase access to Technology Resources to the Community

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
60+ Advisory Committee	1	Partnering with Samaritan Health Services and Department of Public Health to promote electronic health inquiry and provide information to patients about local evidenced based programs.
City Council	23	Enhance coordination among social services, non-profits and local government to collaborate in all actions to guide creation of a healthier community.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	33	Explore ways the committee and the department can better support the citys 60+ community.
Police Advisory Committee	4	Review Police response to mental health crisis

E5 (7)

Disaster Preparedness

Expand disaster preparedness and self-reliance programs and activities, focusing on neighborhood level organizing, and including multilingual information, training, and assistance.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
CDD	57	Partner with DOGAMI and DLCD on Tsunami Resiliency Initiatives
CDD	63	Update Newport Unsafe Building Codes
EM	16	Move the City forward toward greater preparedness and resiliency.
EM	17	Update Emergency Operation Plan
EM	18	Implement Emergency Preparedness and Outreach Programs
LIB	6	Customize programs and services for our Latinx population

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	18	Replace the Big Creek Dam

E6 (13)

Proactive Police and Fire Services

Support police and fire services in meeting and addressing growth and changing community needs. Support improved community policing practices that promote positive interactions between public safety officers and the public.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
NFD	21	Merge or Consolidate with Newport Rural Fire Protection District
NFD	22	Obtain new pumper
NFD	25	Bring newly hired Assistant Chief Fire Marshal up to speed
NPD	32	Improve Department diversity and community outreach
NPD	33	Conduct 2-3 pedestrian/vehicle safety events
NPD	35	Maintain Police Certification Requirements
NPD	37	Obtain 2022 Police Re-Accreditation

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	21	Evaluate Fire Service needs for the community
City Council	79	Re-establish the position of school resource officer
Police Advisory Committee	1	Enhance Community Relations
Police Advisory Committee	2	Committee Education
Police Advisory Committee	3	Analyze police response to Lincoln County Schools
Police Advisory Committee	4	Review Police response to mental health crisis

E7 (3)

Homelessness Solutions

Implement proactive solutions to expand services and resources for people who are homeless, including homelessness prevention and other programs and partnerships to help the area's homeless population obtain stable housing.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
LIB	6	Customize programs and services for our Latinx population
LIB	7	Increase access to Technology Resources to the Community

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	20	Implement recommendations from the Homelessness Task Force

E8 (3)

Translation and Multilingual Services

Increase and support existing local capacity to provide translation and multilingual services, including assistance with employment, physical health, mental health, rehabilitation, education, nutrition, legal, immigration, and financial education needs.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
LIB	6	Customize programs and services for our Latinx population
PAR	27	Review and Implement the Recreation Business Plan

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
Vision 2040 Advisory Committee	2	Collaboratively develop culturally competent inclusive communication

E9 (2)

Accessible and Affordable Childcare

Increase the number and capacity of quality accredited childcare facilities and staff in the region and make childcare more accessible and affordable for all families.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
PAR	27	Review and Implement the Recreation Business Plan

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
City Council	80	Expand affordable and accessible childcare capacity in the Greater Newport Area.

E10 (2)

Accessible and Affordable Eldercare

Work toward meeting the need for quality and affordable housing, independent living, and care facilities for elders in the Greater Newport Area.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
PAR	27	Review and Implement the Recreation Business Plan

Committee	Goal Number	Goal
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee	33	Explore ways the committee and the department can better support the citys 60+ community.

E11 (0)

Foster Care Improvements

Study and make recommendations to address the area's child foster care challenges, including causes, solutions, and prevention. Increase the number and quality of foster homes, while implementing preventive approaches that will help keep more children fro

E12 (1)

Access to Healthy Food

Improve community food security by addressing issues of availability, accessibility, and affordability of healthy food.

Department	Goal Number	Goal
CMO	20	Create a Plan to Assist in the Access to Healthy Food

E13 (4)

All-Weather Facilities and Activities

Improve affordable access to recreational and community facilities, including indoor spaces for sports, family and cultural celebrations, classes, youth programs, and other recreational and social activities that are accessible during evenings and the rai

Department	Goal Number	Goal
LIB	6	Customize programs and services for our Latinx population
PAR	21	Rebuild and expand department services, programs, classes, events and activities.
PAR	22	Begin implementation of the Park Master Plan
PAR	27	Review and Implement the Recreation Business Plan

City of Newport, OR

Strategic Goals & Objectives

Vision 2040

Improving Community Health and Safety ( 2022-23)