The KDFWR Commission formally adopted the long range Strategic Plan at its June 8 meeting that will guide the department into the next decade and perhaps beyond, capping a year-long plan development process that included input from the commission, hunters, anglers, boaters and employees.  During the plan development process, the department sought to renew its vision for the future, evaluate its core values, re-define its mission, and establish goals and objectives.

The Department Planning Team could not have made it to this point without the input, vision, and honesty from our employees and the general public. We appreciate everyone's input through the long process.  This included approximately three full months of website review, seven public meetings across the state and 12 employee planning sessions. “Kentucky Afield”  Television aired an episode about the purpose and responsibilities of KDFWR and its specific plan to build “A Better Future for Kentucky’s Wildlife.”  The adopted strategic plan is based on input received from all of these venues.

Beginning July 1, the approved Strategic Plan will help guide the agency’s focus, decisions and budgets. Everyone is  encouraged to continue visiting this website as additional information and progress reports concerning the Strategic Plan will be made available in the future.