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SWOT Results — Strengths <br />Attachment A <br />Council <br />Tremendous people who care deeply <br />Staff and elected leaders who are putting in extraordinary effort to improve the city every <br />day <br />Citizens who are engaged and caring and willing to put in time to improve the world around <br />them. <br />A solid plan for many future capital expenses. <br />Solid levels of reserve funds to prevent a need for major cutting if we hit another recession. <br />Individual members of our community and the service of volunteer groups <br />Hard working, knowledgeable and dedicated staff providing high-level service to our <br />community, as well as to support JPAs with other communities <br />Excellent bond ratings <br />Diverse tax base <br />Well positioned geographically; convenient to major freeways and both metro cities <br />Engaged HRA and Commissions to help with advising the Council <br />Council commitment to increased engagement with and within the community <br />Majority of residents support the city and its leadership <br />Council's prioritization for maintaining/replacing city infrastructure <br />Parks spaces and places; recent investments <br />Investments in Fire — new station and transition to new staffing structure <br />Rosedale; one of the strongest retail destinations in the Twin Cities <br />Location with respect to either downtown metropolitan area <br />Solid fiscal position <br />Abundant reserves <br />Good distribution of amenities: shopping, open space, parks, residential areas <br />Well educated residents <br />High voter turnout <br />Public eager to be engaged and willing to volunteer <br />Expanding transit options <br />Good schools <br />Well maintained streets and homes <br />