Vision, Mission & Priorities
Vision 2032
To enhance the quality of life in the community by a commitment to excellence in the delivery of public service.
Sugar Land is a full-service municipality providing the highest quality of affordable services to meet the needs of its citizens. Master-planned communities and welcoming neighborhoods enhance home values and create a sense of belonging. The community offers outstanding schools, libraries, civic organizations and other resources that make Sugar Land a great place to work, live and raise a family.
- Sugar Land 2032 is a safe, beautiful, inclusive, and environmentally responsible community
- Sugar Land 2032 has destination activity centers, great neighborhoods, superior mobility, outstanding cultural, educational and recreational opportunities, and is a regional business center of excellence
- Sugar Land 2032 has balanced development and redevelopment
- The community takes pride in Sugar Land
Mission
To enhance the quality of life in the community by a commitment to excellence in the delivery of public service.
Mid-Term Priorities
Safest City in America: Feeling Safe, Rapid Response
- Have a Rapid, Effective and Coordinated Response to an Emergency – Police, Fire, EMS, Public Works
- Maintain People Feeling Safe, Secure and Comfortable throughout the Community
- Maintain a Low Crime Rate in Sugar Land with a High Clearance Rate
- Develop Effective Public Safety Communications with Adequate Staffing and Using Appropriate Technology
- Improved All-Hazards and Disaster Preparedness, Response and Recovery through Better Coordination and Intergovernmental Cooperation
- Utilizing Technology to Contribute to a Safe Community
Strong Local Economy: Growing Business Investment
- Attract Targeted Businesses with Primary Jobs: National and International
- Growing Tax Base: Property Tax and Sales Tax Generators
- Develop Major Business Parks with Class A Office Environment: Tract II and Prison Property / Newland (300 Acres)
- Expand Tourism: Venues, Marketing and Number of Visitors
- Develop Three Destination Activity Centers – Major Community Focal Points and Regional Destinations: Brazos River Park Festival Site, TIRZ #4, Imperial Area
- Protect Strength of Current Economic Generators
Responsible City Government: Financially Sound, Exceptional Service
- Maintain a High Level of Citizen Satisfaction and Cost-Effective Delivery of City Services: Value for Tax Dollars
- Continue “Championship” Workforce: Professional, Well-Trained, Appropriately Compensated, Retention / Internal Promotional Opportunities
- Have City Employees Serve as the Primary Contact with Customers
- Maintain Financially Responsible Government Consistent with City’s Mission
- City of Sugar Land – a Leader in Customer Service and Superior Service
- City and Partners Operating Efficiently and as a Service Business
Great Place to Live: Development, Redevelopment, Mobility, Environment
- Have Predictable, Compatible Development and Land Uses Consistent with Comprehensive Plan
- Maintain Adequate Infrastructure and Services to Support Growth and Sustain the Existing Community
- Revitalize / Redevelop Older Commercial Centers: Appearance and Business Vitality
- Improve Mobility within Sugar Land: Automobiles, Bicycles and Walking
- Strive for Land Uses that Build the Wealth of the City – Balancing Property Tax Value, Sales Tax Revenue & Primary Jobs
Building Community: Diverse Cultures, Leisure, Arts
- Develop City Facilities and Venues that Support Community Arts, Events and Festivals
- Develop Residents’ Understanding of Civic Processes and Community Infrastructure
- Support Community Events and Festivals of Diverse Ages and Cultures
- Adapt to Sugar Land’s Changing Demographics
- Expand Arts throughout the Community
Sugar Land is a full-service municipality providing the highest quality of affordable services to meet the needs of its citizens. Master-planned communities and welcoming neighborhoods enhance home values and create a sense of belonging. The community offers outstanding schools, libraries, civic organizations and other resources that make Sugar Land a great place to work, live and raise a family.