The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (DPH) 2013-2017 Strategic Plan is currently under development. The end goal is a functional internal strategic plan that will ensure better alignment of the department's core functions, and articulate key priorities for the upcoming five years.

The strategic planning process is being conducted within the framework of broader community health planning, using Public Health Accreditation Board requirements as a guiding structure and considering the National Prevention Strategy and the Essential Public Health Services. Surveys of staff and stakeholders, a SWOT analysis, and consideration of DPH's leadership priorities have driven the development of six strategic priority areas. Departmental subject area experts participated in priority area workgroups to refine goals and develop objectives and activities. Objectives reflect the highest-priority issues that each program needs to address in the coming years and offer opportunities for measurement and accountability.

The strategic planning process has encouraged staff and stakeholders to identify forward-thinking opportunities to carry out the Department's vision for the next five years as health reform develops, and produce measurable improvements in the health of all Los Angeles County residents.

To view a preliminary draft of the 2013-2017 Plan, click here.

Thanks to all who attended our stakeholder webinar on 11/16/2012.
To view a video of the webinar, click here. To print a copy of the slides, click here. To view the PowerPoint presentation, click here.