Cheshire East Council our vision

Working for a brighter future – together

Cheshire East Council will:

• celebrate the diverse and distinctive places and communities in the borough, working with them to achieve their hopes and aspirations
• be led by strong and responsible leadership who are committed to public service and rooted in their communities
• have valued staff who are proud ambassadors for the council
• reach out to our communities, neighbouring councils and partners, listen to what they say and act accordingly
• be a business-like, financially independent council which enables residents and communities to become more self-sufficient
• take decisions for the long-term, investing in the future and responding to changing circumstances 

We are continually improving how we work and the action we are taking to deliver these commitments include:

• ensuring that we have strong political and managerial leadership through development programmes and external challenge and support
• investing in member development and management resilience to strengthen our community leadership and delivery capacity
• becoming a better partner by developing a culture of working with others and sharing risks and rewards
• having more open and frank conversations with our communities, neighbours, partners and staff

Our values

• Flexibility: We adapt quickly and learn together
• Innovation: We are creative and challenge convention
• Responsibility: We deliver our promises, efficiently
• Service: We listen, care and respond appropriately 
• Teamwork: We respect and work well with others

Community outcomes

1. Our local communities are strong and supportive
2. Cheshire East has a strong and resilient economy
3. People have the skills and education they need in order to thrive
4. Cheshire East is a green and sustainable place
5. People live well and for longer
6. A responsible, effective and efficient organisation