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Saint John’s Common Council recently shared its priorities and accomplishments for the 2021 to 2026 term. Over the last few years, the city focused its investments and policy decisions on five key areas: Grow, Green, Belong, Move, and Perform.

Guiding the City’s Future

The council used these five priorities to direct all municipal activities, policies, procedures, and budgets. To build this framework, city officials gathered input from you through online public surveys and workshops. They also relied on several existing municipal strategic plans. These included Plan SJ, Play SJ, Move SJ, and the Long-term Financial Plan.

According to the City of Saint John, these strategic investments fuel local momentum. The ultimate goal centers on growing Saint John while maintaining its reputation as a small city with a big heart.

Watch the Update

The city released a video outlining the progress made during this council’s term.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the five main priorities for the Saint John Common Council?

The council focuses on five core areas: Grow, Green, Belong, Move, and Perform.

How did the city choose these priorities?

Officials developed the priorities using feedback from online public surveys, workshop sessions, and key municipal plans like Plan SJ and Move SJ.

Where can I learn more about the council’s specific goals?

You can view the full breakdown of the 2021 to 2026 term objectives on the Common Council priorities page.