OBJECTIVE 1: Provide superior law enforcement services to all citizens of Oklahoma County in response to the public safety needs by continuing to reduce crime.

           Action Plan:

           A.       Increase neighborhood patrols.

           B.       Increase crime prevention programs, including those specifically targeting senior citizens.

           C.       Improve crime offense clearances.

           D.       Increase warrants service.

OBJECTIVE 2: Provide general and specific law enforcement needs during a countywide emergency.

           Action Plan:

                      The Sheriff's Office will coordinate the county law enforcement response in emergency situations while working with local law enforcement agencies.

OBJECTIVE 3: By July 1, 2003, increase federal workforce development funds by 5% over current fiscal year amount by working through the Local Elected Officials board and the Central Oklahoma Workforce Investment Board budget process.

           Action Plan:

                      T&GA will review Workforce Investment Act options and develop new Workforce Development opportunities for Oklahoma County, with the possible collaboration with other jurisdictions (cities an/or counties), by July 1, 2003, and on an ongoing basis.

OBJECTIVE 4: Use the information gained from the Senior Summit to assist in planning our social service programs for fiscal year 2003.

           Action Plan:

           A.       T&GA staff will compile and publish the results of the Summit by May 15, 2003. The Budget Board may use this information to determine funding priorities for FY 2004.

           B.       Develop and distribute data to service providers for public purposes by July 1, 2003.

           C.       Develop strategies, by December 31, 2003, to implement Senior Summit's Priority List, including legislative priorities for upcoming session.

OBJECTIVE 5: By the end of each calendar year, increase the number of first time homeowners in Oklahoma County through programs offered by the Oklahoma County Home Finance Authority.

           Action Plan:

           A.       Provide increased down-payment assistance to first time homebuyers.

           B.       Increase awareness of county housing programs through presentations to realtors, neighborhood associations and CDHO.

           C.       Partner with other cities of governmental entities in order to create more incentives for rehabilitation and second-mortgage programs.

OBJECTIVE 6: Partner with local schools to provide assistance.

           Action Plan:

           A.       Encourage County personnel to participate in the Volunteer Substitute Teacher Program with the Oklahoma City Public School system, or other similar programs within County school districts.

           B.       Encourage County personnel to provide up to four (4) hours of mentoring per month in the school of their choice.

           C.       County Commissioner Districts will provide capital assistance to local districts, such as parking lot improvements and other improvements as needed.