Our Vision, Mission and Values

In the spring of 2023, South Huron Council embarked on a process to assess ongoing commitments, identify new projects and determine priorities that would best support the achievement of Council goals. The result of this process identified Council's Mission, Vision, Values and Pillars and Priorities.

Learn more about the Council Priority Setting Process.

Council has continued to meet annually to update and validate South Huron's priorities.

Our Mission

Service excellence with a focus on fiscal responsibility, sustainability, and innovation.

Our Vision

Enabling opportunities and progress by championing stewardship, partnerships, and inclusivity.

Our Values

Respect - We value people, diversity and inclusiveness while empowering the growth and development of our team
Integrity - Our decisions are acted on with honesty and accountability, open dialogue and active listening
Collaboration - We seek out partnerships that are equitable and impactful
Environment - We utilize a climate lens to enact sustainable practices

Our Pillars

Customer Service - Provide an exceptional service experience for residents and businesses
Infrastructure - Ensure the effective development, planning, and maintenance of municipal infrastructure to support community prosperity through investment and renewal strategies.
Strategic Growth - Enable community wellbeing through planned, balanced, and responsible growth. Ensuring effective use of resources to address the needs of residents and businesses
Leadership - Facilitate impactful initiatives through empowerment and operational excellence. Modernization of administrative and governance processes will be made through strategic decision making, ongoing assessment, and development

Year in Review Reports

2024 Year in Review Report 2025 Year In Review Report

2026 Updates

Updated reports will be added throughout the year

Our Priorities (2022-2026 Council)

Priority #1

Planning For and Managing Sustainable Growth

Create a vision and strategy for managing development and planning for growth
Drive economic growth and responsible development
Building a strong and vibrant community by attracting, supporting, and retaining businesses and residents

Priority #1 Objectives

Financial Sustainability: Ability to manage finances so the municipality can meet its spending commitments, both now and in the future
Infrastructure Planning: Ensure sufficient infrastructure is in place to service growth
Growth Management: Strengthen and update policy frameworks to support intentional, sustainable growth and a variety of housing and employment options to drive economic growth and responsible development
Economic Development: Building a strong and vibrant community by attracting, supporting and retaining businesses and residents

Priority #2

Master Fire Services Plan

Utilize plan as a strategic blueprint for the provision of local fire protection services
Support emergency services to prepare our community for day-to-day safety and potential emergencies
Ensure that South Huron is a safe community and residents receive timely access to emergency services and supports

Priority #2 Objectives

Community Risk Assessment (CRA): Mandated plan that assists the municipality and its Fire Service to make sound decisions on the level of fire protection it will provide it’s residents
Fire Master Plan: strategic blueprint for the provision of local fire protection and rescue services
Fire Administration: Maintain efficient and effective operations
Communication and Engagement: Continue to provide communications and engagement

Priority #3

Recreation/ Community Amenities

Provide adequate and quality amenities for South Huron’s growing population
Encourage policies, programs and services to be inclusive and reflect the needs of existing residents and newcomers
Foster healthy lifestyles through planning for, sporting and providing a range of accessible, affordable, indoor, and outdoor recreation facilities, events, and opportunities

Priority #3 Objectives

Facilities and Parks
Planning, Policies, Programs and Services

Priority #4

Infrastructure Investment/Asset Management Plan

Maintain infrastructure and facilities that meet community needs and allow growth and development for prosperity
Provide safe, efficient and sustainable transportation options
Invest in building, improving, and maintaining quality infrastructure to meet the needs of, and to provide a high quality of life for, current and future generations

Priority #4 Objectives

Manage Active Transportation Needs
Maintain Asset State of Good Repair: Condition in which physical assets are performing at a full level of performance
Implement Asset Management Plan: Update of the AMP in accordance with O. Reg. 588/17
Municipal Digital Infrastructure

Priority #5

Community Safety and Well-Being

Work together to increase safety, inclusivity, and resilience across our community
Foster a connected and caring community

Priority #5 Objectives

Community Partnerships and Services: Support community connections
Community Safety and Well-being Plan: Legislated Plan focusing on social development, prevention and risk prevention
Accessibility, Equity and Diversity
Administer and Enforce municipal By-laws
Engagement: Enhance Transparency and Accountability
Advocacy: Continue to advocate to the Province and other stakeholders on matters which affect the community

The Municipality of South Huron
322 Main Street South, P.O. Box 759
Exeter, ON N0M 1S6
Phone: 519-235-0310