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SPECIAL SESSION
3:30 PM
MOMENT OF REFLECTION
City Council agendas allow an opportunity for a moment of silence and reflection at the beginning of the evening meeting. The City does not participate in the selection of speakers for this portion of the agenda, and does not endorse or sanction any remarks made by individuals during this time. If you wish to be recognized during this portion of the agenda, please notify the City Clerk in advance.
FLAG SALUTE
The City Council conducts the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of every City Council meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call: Fitzgerald, C. Garcia, J. Garcia, Martinez, White
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
WORKSHOP
1. COUNCIL VISION WORKSHOP
The City Council will hold a facilitated workshop to establish key priorities for the future of Escondido, focusing on ensuring the continued delivery of essential services. The conversation will initiate the discussion on how the new revenue generated by the passage of Measure I can be strategically allocated to support the City’s most critical needs. Council members will explore essential services, community priorities, organizational operations, and policy proposals.
Summary: The City Council affirmed key priorities for the City Manager to execute in order to transform organizational operations and better serve the community. The Council supported initiatives focused on improving customer service, restoring organizational capacity, and aligning organizational efforts with Council goals, such as public safety, business development, and community growth. The City Manager was tasked with taking actionable steps, including improving staffing levels, enhancing cross-departmental collaboration, and developing clear success metrics. The FY 2025-2026 Budget will be adjusted to support these priorities, with a focus on customer service initiatives, public safety investments, and Docusign Envelope ID: E849C759-5753-41E0-B0DB-F871FF4CC5E2
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community development projects. This plan aims to strengthen operational efficiency, attract talent and businesses, and ensure long-term prosperity for Escondido.
COUNCILMEMBERS SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS AND OTHER REPORTS
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
The most current information from the City Manager regarding Economic Development, Capital Improvement Projects, Public Safety, and Community Development.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor White adjourned meeting at 6:05 p.m.
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MAYOR CITY CLERK
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