What does a comprehensive permanent improvement plan request (CPIP) entail?

A comprehensive permanent improvement plan request (CPIP) entails a systematic and structured approach to capital planning and budgeting, which typically involves submitting a request on an annual basis that covers a five-year period. This allows for the identification, prioritization, and funding of essential infrastructure and improvement projects over a planned timeframe.

The five-year timeframe fosters strategic planning that aligns with the long-term goals of the organization or municipality, allowing for proper allocation of resources and a better understanding of future capital needs. By reviewing and submitting these requests annually, it ensures that projects are continually assessed and can adapt to changing circumstances or needs in the community.

This methodology supports transparency in the budgeting process and engages various stakeholders, facilitating a comprehensive view of the capital improvement requirements over the years, rather than limiting it to a longer or shorter planning cycle which might not adequately address ongoing community needs or changes.