The City of El Paso is a reflective, forward-looking organization, guided by a shared commitment to serve our community with intention and care. Our Strategic Planning Process is where that commitment takes shape, setting the direction for how we respond to community needs today and how we prepare for the future we want.

This work matters because our Strategic Plan is built around the people we serve. It translates community insights into clear priorities, aligns City efforts around what matters most to residents, and guides the decisions that ensure progress is not only made, but can be felt across neighborhoods.

A key milestone in this journey is our biennial Strategic Planning Session, where City leaders consider key strategic priorities and shape a focused, two-year action plan that advances our shared vision. The latest Strategic Planning Session took place February 23–24, 2026.

Our strategic plan placemat provides a roadmap for the next two years—grounded in community input, guided by our pillars, goals, and strategies, and focused on aligning our efforts to deliver meaningful outcomes for El Paso.

Strategic Plan Snapshot:

• The FY 2027-2028 two-year strategic plan is comprised of 5 pillars, 5 goals, 16 core strategies, and key focus areas.
• The City’s 5 PILLARS consist of the foundational elements of our organizational strategy
• The City’s 5 GOALS set the primary direction and focus
• And the 16 CORE STRATEGIES are the focused activities shaping our two-year plan

View Interactive Strategic Plan View All Pillars

Mayor, Council & Youth Advisory Board at Strategic Planning Session