2023 City Council Priorities

Our vision: "A vibrant  city for people and businesses that value world class experiences, culture, quality, and a second-to-none level of community services in a hometown environment. 

To achieve this, the City of Mansfield follows five guiding principles known as True NORTH

 NORTH is an acronym that stands for the following:north

  • Noteworthy Essentials — The City of Mansfield will continue to deliver high-quality essential services to its residents, businesses and visitors.
  • Organizational Excellence — The City of Mansfield will foster a healthy environment for its own employees to maximize productivity, boost morale, attract high-quality candidates and establish itself as a destination employer.
  • Remarkable Experiences — The City of Mansfield will find creative and innovative ways to provide its residents, businesses and visitors with world-class amenities and experiences – above and beyond essential functions and services.
  • Together As One — The City of Mansfield will remain a close-knit community as growth continues. The City of Mansfield will provide world-class social infrastructure and opportunities for all of its residents to connect and enjoy remarkable experiences together. 
  • Healthy Economy — The City of Mansfield will support and strengthen its economy in all strategic decision-making, and will leverage its assets to preserve its economic vitality.

How we plan to get there — Our Strategic Priorities

Priorities Concepts


Noteworthy Essentials (5)

For that reason, we will...

  1. Complete the new police headquarters and joint training facility.
  2. Foster quality neighborhood design that encourages passive surveillance, sidewalks, slow vehicle speeds, adequate lighting, and community pride.
  3. Spread city services throughout the city and into neighborhoods.

Noteworthy Essentials (7)

For that reason, we will:

  1. Prioritize funding for new roadway connections that provide alternative route options for Mansfield residents.
  2. Improve traffic flow volumes through major intersections at peak times by increasing intersection capacities and using enhanced traffic signal technology and timing.
  3. Complete the Citywide Active transportation plan for sidewalk and bike lane improvements.
  4. Foster strong partnerships with the County, State, neighboring cities, and Federal Agencies to improve mobility in the region.

Noteworthy Essentials (5)

For that reason, we will:

  1. Complete the future land use plan and small area plans.
  2. Modernize the existing code of ordinances with a focus on future needs.
  3. Intentionally connect with the next generation of Mansfield residents.
  4. Make remarkable efforts to inform and engage the public.

Noteworthy Essentials (5)

For that reason, we will:

  1. New zoning decisions focus on neighborhoods that create a sense of place - not just subdivisions.
  2. Bring essential core commercial services closer to existing homes through quality infill neighborhood development.
  3. Make Historic Downtown remarkable.

Noteworthy Essentials (5)

For that reason, we will:

  1. Create and implement a Comprehensive Economic Development Policy.
  2. Establish a Mansfield-First Policy that encourages local entrepreneurship.
  3. Recruit STEM related career fields to Mansfield.
  4. Create unique Mansfield experiences through destination retail, restaurant, and entertainment.