Our city

Shoreview is a distinctive and vibrant community recognized as one of the most desirable places to live, work, and do business. This is thanks to our many features listed below.

On behalf of the city council and entire community, we extend our warmest welcome and invite you to experience Shoreview!

In 2021, the city council took action to solidify our reputation by adopting new vision, mission, and value statements. View the new statements below or in a vision, mission, and values printable document(PDF, 753KB).

Vision

To be a welcoming community that provides quality services, safe and beautiful neighborhoods, a vibrant economy, and exceptional recreational opportunities.

Mission

To foster community pride and create a high quality of life by providing exceptional services and amenities.

Core values

Welcoming community
We take great pride in being a welcoming community and providing a high quality of life.

Health and wellness
We provide outstanding facilities and programs that enhance the health and wellness for residents of all ages.

Open and honest government
We provide an open and accessible government. We demonstrate the highest standards of personal integrity, equity, and honesty.

Innovative and collaborative
We support innovative and collaborative efforts that continuously improve our services, programs, and facilities.

Customer service
We provide high quality, customer-focused service. We treat everyone with respect, courtesy, and dignity.

Stewardship
We preserve, protect, and enhance our natural environment for current and future generations.

Visionary
We focus on long-range planning to operate a sustainable city economically, socially, and environmentally.

Communications and engagement
We promote communication and engagement to make our organization and community better.

2025 - 2027 strategic priorities

Below is a summary of the 2025 - 2027 strategic priorities. View the complete priorities and action items.(PDF, 116KB)

Financial stability

The city's commitment to long-term financial planning has been critical to achieving our financial strength and maintaining the high value of services for taxes paid. It's important that we maintain and further improve our financial stability.

Exceptional services

Residents and visitors alike know Shoreview as a premier community with high quality services and outstanding recreational facilities and amenities. We'll continue provide these while adapting where needed.

Communications and engagement

We value being a welcoming community, fostering community pride, and providing effective and professional communications. By strengthening our commitment to these initiatives, we're making sure we're meeting the changing needs of our community.

Special initiatives

In addition to the above, the city council is also committed to several special initiatives.

  • Completing the park system master plan
  • Developing a climate action plan
  • Integrating and implementing the energy action plan through the organization
  • Enhancing our scholarship program
  • Monitoring and exploring the potential redevelopment of the Shoreview Mall site