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HomeMy WebLinkAboutEnv - 2015-06-18 - Item 2 - Kitchener Economic Development Strategy (KEDS) Advisory Committee Engagement Date:June 3, 2015 To:Environmental Committee From:Frank Sargent, Economic Development, 519-741-2200 ext. 2292 cc: Subject:Public Consultation - Kitchener Economic Development Strategy (KEDS) As the City of Kitchener updates its Economic Development Strategy, input from a variety of sectors and individuals is necessary. As part of this process and based on Council’s direction, we are reaching out to a variety of advisory committees to obtain their input into the strategy. From an Environmental Committee perspective, your input is being requested to ensure that we take into account any relevant environmental considerations in relation to the future Kitchener Economic Development Strategy. In a more general sense, your group input as Kitchener citizens committed to the good of the community is also being sought. As you prepare for the next committee meeting, keep the following questions in mind as they will form the basis of our conversation: 1. What do you like best about Kitchener? 2. What excites/worries you about your profession? 3. What is one idea that would solve an economic development issue in Kitchener? 4. In 10 years what do you want to see for Kitchener? ** Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. If you require assistance to take part in a city meeting or event, please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1866-969-9994 ** 2 - 1 kit thin To turn ideas into reality, we need a brave approach, where all stakeholders – public, institutional and private – work together to advance our city’s economy. The City of Kitchener is updating the KITCHENER ECONOMIC DEVELOP. Your innovative conversation is about unearthing, harnessing and enabling your creativity to .. 2011 2015 of FIVE CORE AREAS STRATEGIC FOCUS 1 2 3 4 5 ..... STARTUP CITYLEADING-EDGEBECOME ADYNAMICINNOVATION TALENT MAGNETDOWNTOWNDISTRICT Nurture our entrepreneurial Facilitate collaboration Ensure Kitchener is Establish Downtown Leverage investments culture. between industries, the best place for Kitchener as one of the in infrastructure to educational institutions talent to live, so local coolest downtowns.develop one of the and government.businesses thrive.province’s premier centres of innovation. Determining our areas of 2015 2019 STRATEGIC FOCUS for depends on the creative energy and investments of our partners. That’s where YOU come in. 2 - 2 This information is available in accessible formats upon request 60 MIN TOTAL How to start your conversation. kit thin dinner or get-together in your home, local library or other community gath In this thin kit Light facilitation will help to keep the group on time and on to session. thin kit Have group members introduce themselves and explain why they are Total number of participants: _____ How many are: under the age of 18 _____ , 18 – 25 _____ , 26 – How many live and work in Kitchener: _____ How many only live in Kitchener: _____ How many only work in Kitchener: _____ Make sure that everyone has a chance to share their ideas. At the assigned time, bring the discussion to a close with a bri Facilitator tactics Don’t lead the conversation. Silence makes people uncomfortable Always put it back to the group – take their questions and comme Give them a few minutes to think on their own, record their idea Ask participants “What stood out for you?” While the group may a they might want to spend further time discussing one idea that If you have any questions before starting your conversation, ple Frank Sargeant 519-588-5106 IdeasoftheBrave@kitchener.ca 2 #IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE THE CITY OF KITCHENER’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2 - 3 5 MIN What do you like best about Kitchener? kit thin IDEAS OF THE BRAVE Discussion highlights and themes ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... 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FACILITATOR think SPIRATION Think about where you live, work or hang out, or programs or se Compare your experiences to other cities Consider opportunities that you found in Kitchener 3 #IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE THE CITY OF KITCHENER’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2 - 4 15 MIN Think about the future of your profession/industry. What excites you? 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FACILITATOR think SPIRATION Consider geo-political and/or soci-economic impacts Think about technology and how it has impacted your profession/ 4 #IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE THE CITY OF KITCHENER’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2 - 5 15 MIN What is one idea that would solve an economic development issue in Kitchener? kit thin IDEAS OF THE BRAVE Discussion highlights and themes ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... 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FACILITATOR think SPIRATION Think about this on a personal and professional level 5 #IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE THE CITY OF KITCHENER’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2 - 6 15 MIN Imagine a better Kitchener 10 years from now. What do you see? How do we get there? 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FACILITATOR think SPIRATION What does “better” mean to you (the group)? 6 #IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE THE CITY OF KITCHENER’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2 - 7 10 MIN In conclusion... kit thin What were the top three ideas/topics/issues that your group talk 1. ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... ........... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... 2. ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... ........... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... 3. ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... ........... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... 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What other groups/businesses should we engage in additional conv (Please provide their contact information and details) Group / Business / Association Primary Contact Email / Phone ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................... 7 #IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE THE CITY OF KITCHENER’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2 - 8 Thank you for your brave ideas and joining in this exciting conversation! Your input will be considered in the future ! kit thin Now what? 1. Scan and email or drop-off/fax your to: thin kit IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE@kitchener.ca 200 King Street West Economic Development, 6th Floor Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Fax: 519-741-2722 www.kitchener.ca/IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE 2. Invite others to host a similar conversation with their peer gro are available for download thin kit at www.kitchener.ca/IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE. 3. Encourage others to join the conversations through #IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE 4. Deadline for submission feedback: JUNE 19, 2015. We’ll keep you posted! Just forward your email address to: IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE @kitchener.ca Bravery never goes out of fashion. – William Makepeace Thackeray – 8 #IDEAS OFTHE BRAVE THE CITY OF KITCHENER’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2 - 9