Council has defined what Chestermere is working toward — and how we'll get there.
Chestermere's Path Forward
Building Our Future Together — the 2026–2029 Strategic Plan, adopted by
City Council on April 28, 2026.
2026-2029 Strategic Plan
VISION & MISSION
Our Long-Term Aspirations
VISION
A Vibrant Lake Community: Thriving, Connected, and Welcoming.
A community that balances economic growth with sustainability, promotes meaningful connections among residents and neighbours, and ensures everyone feels a true sense of belonging.
MISSION
The Leader in Municipal Services, Recreation, and Community Connections.
Providing efficient, high-quality services, diverse recreation programming, and opportunities for residents to engage, collaborate, and build a stronger, more united Chestermere.
OUR VALUES
How We Operate
These five values guide how the City of Chestermere works — both publicly and internally.
CONNECTIVITY
We work to ensure our community is welcoming and supportive for all.
COURAGE
We make courageous decisions for the betterment of our community.
FUN
We serve our community in an open, joyful, and excited manner.
INTEGRITY
We work with honesty and transparency. We do what we say we will do.
RESPECT
We acknowledge that we are entrusted to serve our residents.
CORE PILLARS & GOALS
The Four Pillars of Our Plan
Council has identified four Core Pillars that form the foundation of the City's priorities and decision-making. Click each pillar to explore its goals.
1. Focused & Effective Leadership
Strong governance, accountability, and modern service delivery
- Demonstrate Excellence in Municipal Governance and Accountability
- Ensure professional development is budgeted for across Council and Administration
- Keep the City's guiding governance documents updated and reviewed regularly
- Ensure a succession plan is in place for Administration
- Strengthen Two-Way Communication and Meaningful Public Participation
- Ensure Council regularly communicates and engages with residents
- Ensure residents receive timely and accurate information when needed
- Create opportunities for public input on issues that matter to the community
- Increase internal staff engagement to build a strong and responsive culture
- Be a Leader in Building Strong Regional Relationships
- Conduct ongoing, effective engagement with regional partners
- Seek out mutually beneficial partnership opportunities with regional neighbours
- Collaborate with school boards and developers to plan for future growth
- Deliver Modern, Responsive, and Accountable Municipal Services
- Establish clear service standards that reflect community expectations
- Continuously improve service delivery through innovation and modernization
- Communicate service performance transparently to strengthen public trust
2. Mindful & Responsible Community Stewardship
Infrastructure, beautification, identity, and emergency preparedness
- Ensure Infrastructure Meets the Needs of a Growing City
- Plan long-term infrastructure (water, stormwater, sanitary, roads) for generations to come
- Develop an up-to-date Transportation Master Plan
- Complete a transit study to identify how people can more easily move around Chestermere and into Calgary
- Promote Increased Beautification of the Community
- Collaborate with the Western Irrigation District to maintain the Chestermere Lake shoreline and beaches
- Increase and promote accessible green spaces within the city
- Work with local partners to increase beautification efforts throughout Chestermere
- Address unsightly properties that impact others' enjoyment of their own property
- Balance residential and commercial development to keep Chestermere attractive
- Shape Growth to Strengthen Chestermere's Distinct Community Identity
- Strengthen Chestermere's identity as a vibrant and connected lake community
- Foster neighbourhoods that are safe, accessible, welcoming, and livable
- Protect and enhance access to natural features, waterfront spaces, and public amenities
- Ensure Proper Planning and Preparedness for Natural Disasters and Emergencies
- Expand local and regional emergency services as Chestermere grows
- Review and update the Emergency Management Plan
- Strengthen mutual aid agreements with neighbouring municipalities
3. Strong & Varied Economy
Business growth, fiscal sustainability, and economic opportunity
- Encourage Additional Growth Within the City's Business Sector
- Create an environment that will attract and retain businesses
- Support the growth of local business partnerships within the community
- Encourage talented workers to pursue career opportunities in Chestermere
- Increase the proportion of the non-residential tax assessment base
- Seek Out Additional Funding in Support of the Local Economy
- Invest in the pursuit of grants, sponsorships, and donations for the community
- Advocate for Chestermere with various orders of government
- Create Social and Economic Opportunities Through Recreation, Sport, and Culture
- Ensure infrastructure and amenities support sports, tourism, and events
- Develop a balanced visitor strategy
- Maintain alignment of community projects with the Recreation Master Plan
- Ensure Long-Term Fiscal Sustainability and Intergenerational Equity
- Align capital and operating decisions with long-term financial sustainability
- Embed lifecycle asset management into infrastructure and growth planning
- Promote transparent and predictable taxation while safeguarding future financial capacity
4. Inclusive & Diverse Social Connections
Belonging, recreation, and community support for all residents
- Support Not-for-Profit Organizations in Ways That Enable Them to Serve the Community
- Promote, market, and assist not-for-profit organizations
- Ensure increased two-way communication with not-for-profits
- Optimize social and municipal funding for not-for-profits
- Support the Growth and Diversity of Recreation and Social Opportunities
- Complete a Recreation and Culture Master Plan
- Support arts, cultural, faith, senior, and literary groups within the city
- Upgrade beach areas and green spaces
- Optimize recreational funding
Read the Full Strategic Plan
Download the complete 2026-2029 Strategic Plan document or learn more about how Council is implementing these priorities.
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The City of Chestermere acknowledges the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy and the people of Treaty 7 Region in Southern Alberta.