Strategic Goals and Objectives for 2010-2012

Adopted by South Boston Town Council on October 12, 2010

1. REGIONAL COOPERATION- COUNTY AND TOWN SERVICES

A. Continue upgrade of Police Department computer systems to enhance information sharing capabilities for law enforcement purposes and accommodate future technologies in regional and state interoperability projects.

B. Continue School Resource Officer programs at the Halifax County High and Middle Schools in partnership with the Halifax County Sheriff Office.

C. Sustain support to insure the success of the Halifax County/South Boston Regional Drug-Gang Task Force.

2. PRIORITY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS¿ FY 2011-2012 (TOWN FUNDED)

A. Establish a Vehicle/Equipment Depreciation Program.

B. Identify appropriate land acquisitions to permit cemetery expansions.

C. Make necessary repairs and upgrades to the Fire Station.

3. PRIORITY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FY 2011 -2012 (GRANT DEPENDANT)

A. Renovate the Washington-Coleman School building into a Multi-Use Community and Recreation Center.

B. Establish a neighborhood park on the old Halifax Cotton Mill property in cooperation with the local Master Gardeners.

C. Complete the South Boston component of the Tobacco Heritage Biking/Hiking Trail

D. Develop a Storm Water Management Master Plan.

E. Continue upgrades to the Police Department Communication System.

4. EMPHASIZE MISSION AND VALUES ON A DAILY BASIS

A. Enhance the Quality of Life for South Boston citizens by providing effective municipal

services.

B. The South Boston Town Council places special value on:

• Leadership

• Innovation

• Customer Service

• Integrity

• Open government

Town Manager - Mr. Terry A. "Ted" Daniel and Town Clerk - Mrs. Jane P. Jones

    For more information, email jjones@southbostonva.us.