Strategic Plan
A Strategic Plan sets out the direction for the City and the path on how to get there.
Residents and community organizations took part in developing the Strategic Plan 
which outlines future directions for City policies and services. The plan describes a vision of what residents hope Kelowna will be like in the future.
Vision
Kelowna is a vibrant city where the agricultural and beautiful setting, community-spirit, economic stability and stewardship of the environment enhance the quality of life for residents.
Goals & Objectives
Environment: To maintain, respect and enhance our natural environment.
- Conserve Kelowna’s water resources
- Preserve and promote the enhancement of air quality within Kelowna’s air shed
- Manage human impacts on our natural environment, including Okanagan Lake and the surrounding hillsides
Economy: To foster a strong, stable and expanding economy.
- Aid in the growth and progress of Kelowna as a desirable place to do business.
- Aid in the growth and progress of Kelowna as a desirable place to visit, shop and tour.
- Increase the diversity of employment opportunities.
- Commit to sound fiscal management
Quality of Life: To foster the social and physical well-being of residents and visitors.
- Promote health and wellness initiatives
- Ensure the availability of fiscal and human resources to provide quality City services
- Reduce traffic congestion on City streets and Highway 97
- Realize construction of housing forms and prices that meet the needs of Kelowna residents
- Achieve accessible, high quality living and working environments
- Provide infrastructure that keeps pace with population growth and evolving opportunities
- Sensitively integrate new development with heritage resources and existing urban, agricultural and rural areas
- Provide meaningful opportunities for a broad range of input from residents and agencies on major directions taken by the City
The Strategic Plan supports the development of the City's annual Budget. The Annual Report reports progress on the plan. Hard copies of the report are available at City Hall upon request.