Strategic Plan

The Town of Cedar Lake would like to share our new Strategic Plan and Action Plan adopted by the Town Council and Staff. Below are some key strategic goals and core values that we feel are important to the community:

A Thriving Local Economy

Core Value: We will focus our efforts on providing a return on investment for community stakeholders and maximizing the benefits of strong infrastructure, a healthy business community, and a plan for the future.

Extraordinary Natural Resources

Core Value: Cedar Lake’s growth and success are tied to its natural resources; therefore, we must act as stewards of these natural resources.

An Engaged Community

Core Value: We will inform our citizens and stakeholders of our efforts and seek their input and participation in governance to better understand their needs.

An Effective Organization

Core Value: As managers and leaders within a dynamic organization, we will align our efforts to create effective systems that ensure accountability and stewardship of the public’s resources.

A Secure Future

Core Value: Our ability to grow and thrive as a community begets our requirement to protect our citizens and their investments in their homes and businesses to ensure our long-term success.

Vision Statement

Cedar Lake is an exceptional hometown where residents, visitors, and businesses thrive in a sustainable environment that fosters economic and social investments and ensures public safety.

Mission Statement
The Town of Cedar Lake is committed to providing excellent public service and community leadership, focusing on creating value-oriented uses of public resources. By espousing values of transparency, accessibility, and common sense, Cedar Lake looks to a future of sustainable and responsible growth. Cedar Lake will value public safety and constant improvement with a professional and responsive team of public servants focused on developing diverse economic opportunities that leverage the most significant benefits with the least investment.

Comprehensive Plan

Please click on the link below to download the Comprehensive Plan:

2021 Comprehensive Plan.pdf
2018 Comprehensive Plan-Amendment.pdf
2012 Comprehensive Plan.pdf
2007 Comprehensive Plan.pdf