Strategic Goals & Objectives

Goal 1

Reduce crime by any means necessary to align with state and national averages. Work closely with Prosecuting Attorney, Police Chief, Sheriff, US Attorney, and other partners to accomplish this.

Goal 2

Reduce the poverty rate from 22.4% to get in line with State rate.

Goal 3

Fund a comprehensive trail system with a combination of local, private, non-profit, state, and federal funds.

Goal 4

Reduce the mosquito population with a meaningful plan and fund it.

Goal 5

Reach out to more students on ASU campus. Learn their goals and help them achieve those goals after graduation by making the city more desirable for young people.

Goal 6

Achieve financial viability and sustainability for Jonesboro.

Goal 7

Make Jonesboro user friendly toward developers, industry leaders, and others who interact with city staff.

Goal 8

Reorganize the Mayor’s office and city government. Reduce the staff and create more direct reporting to the Mayor from department heads.

Goal 9

Achieve total transparency in all city operations.

Goal 10

Develop and maintain outside partnerships – both inside and outside of other agencies and governmental bodies.