Implement the strategic plans for Police and Fire-Rescue and update every five years.

Provide yearly updates to City Council and the public for police and fire-rescue services.

Identify and prioritize projects for inclusion in Community Investment Program (CIP) fiscal year budget and future bond elections.

Annually meet with the Planning Department to evaluate population growth and changing demographics in order to effectively maintain fire service coverage and police services at the highest level.

Respond to and prepare for continued increases in emergent and non-emergent medical responses, with consideration to the aging population, new senior living facilities, and the evolving socio-economics of the Plano community.

Meet the national standards for emergency response times for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) calls, fire calls, and police Priority 1 calls.

Recognize and strengthen the role of social networks in public safety through increasing lawful activity in public spaces and through information sharing.

Direct resources to education and prevention programs, such as Neighborhood Crime Watches, that encourage residents to be proactive regarding personal property and share responsibility for community safety.

Evaluate new technological advances and programs to modernize public safety efforts and provide efficient and effective services in the most cost effective manner.