AGENDA
THURSDAY, MARCH 30, 2023 5:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M.
SPECIAL MEETING
In-Person Only
CITY COUNCIL RETREAT TO SET PRIORITIES FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 AND 2024-25 BUDGET
CITY COUNCIL, AIRPORT COMMISSION,
MARINA ABRAMS B NON-PROFIT CORPORATION, PRESTON PARK SUSTAINABLE
COMMUNITY NON-PROFIT CORPORATION, SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE FORMER
MARINA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, AND MARINA GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
MARINA LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM (In-Person Only)
190 Seaside Circle
Marina, California
Telephone (831) 884-1278 - Fax (831) 384-9148
E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.cityofmarina.org
VISION STATEMENT
Marina will grow and mature from a small town bedroom commun ity to a small city which is diversified , vibrant and through positive relationships with regional agencies, self-sufficient. The City will develop in a way that insulates it from the negative impacts of urban sprawl to become a desirable residential and business community in a natural setting. (Resolution No. 2006-112 - May 2, 2006)
MISSION STATEMENT
The City Council w ill provide the le adership in protecting Marina’s natural setting while developing the City in a way that provides a balance of housing, jobs an d business opportunities that will result in a community characterized by a de sirable quality of life, including recreation and cu ltural opportunities, a safe environment and an economic viability that supports a high level of municipal ser vices and infrastructure. (Resolution No. 2006-112 - May 2, 2006)
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The C ity recognizes t hat it was founded and is built upon the traditional homelands and villages first inhabited by the Indigenous Peoples of this region - the Esselen and their ancestors and allies - and honors these members of the community, both past and present.
1. CALL TO ORDER:
2. ROLL CALL & ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM (Each day)
Liesbeth Visscher, Brian McCarthy, Kathy Biala, Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chair Cristina Medina Dirksen, Mayor/Chair Bruce C. Delgado
3. MOMENT OF SILENCE & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Please stand)
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4. Strategic Planning Budget Retreat
a. City Council, Agency Board, Abrams B NPC Board, Preston Park NPC Board , Airport Commission Board and Marina Groundwater Sustainability Agency to receive information, discusses priorities, and develop policy direction for preparation of budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and 2024-25.
5. ADJOURNMENT:
CERTIFICATION
I, Anita Sharp , Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Marina, do hereby certify that a copy of the foregoing agenda was posted at City Hall and Council Chambers Bulletin Board at 211 Hillcrest Avenue, Monterey County L ibrary M arina Branch at 190 Seaside Circle, City Bulletin Board at the corner of Reservation Road and Del Monte Boulevard on or before 5:30 p.m., Monday, March 27, 2023
ANITA SHARP, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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AGENDA
Marina City Council
Strategic Planning and Priority Setting Retreat
Thursday, March 30, 2023; 5:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Community Room, Marina Library
5:00 - 5:05 Welcome and Introduction - Mayor Delgado
5:10 - 5:15 Purpose of Retreat - City Manager, Layne Long • Access and identify community needs, challenges, and opportunities • Receive community comments
• Discuss priorities and develop policy direction for preparation of FY 2023/24 and 2024/25 budget
5:15 - 5:30 Public Comment
5:30 Review handout - Vision and Mission Statement and Community Priorities
5:30 - 6:15 Overview City finances
• Ongoing revenues and expenditures
• Financial projections
• Fund Balances including previous Council allocations
• Capital Improvement Program
6:15 - 6:45 Overview City department needs and issues
6:45 - 7:30 Review and discuss Consolidated Projects and Priority List including Councils top priorities
7:30 - 7:45 Break
7:45 - 8:15 Mayor Council Members discuss what are their top 5 issues or priorities and why they are important (5 minutes each)
8:15 - 9:30 Discussion of goals and priorities for development of budget • Mandatory/Urgent projects
• Ranking new projects
• Reprioritizing previous priorities
• Updating Consolidated List
9:30 - 9:45 Identifying specific priorities for development of budget
9:45 Final Comments, Wrap Up and Adjourn
Clean List Sorted for Complete with clarified projects and duplicates combined Consol Proj #Mand /Urgent
Rank Name of Project Est. cost Funding Source Date/Status/Notes Notes 1 1 Maintain staffing and resources to meet service and project demands 1,500,000 GF/UFBOngoing, 15 key recruitements completed in 2022/2023 2 4a Present funding options for new City Hall, Police Department, and Fire Station 50,000 GF
Presented. Consultant hired to lead public deducation effort preparing for the Bond 3 10 Develop and present plans for the maintanence and improvement of existing facilities 7,000,000 UFB
Some improvements are underway. Others plans will be presented as part of budget process. 5 44 Complete Imjin Prkway roundabout and street widening project 38,000,000LPP Grant/TAMC/IF
Bids received within budget and construciton award recommendation will go to Council in April.
Construction to start summer 2023.
7b Develop and present Equestrian Center Park Upgrade Design 850,000 NPS
New concessionnaire has started phasing in their operations. Future design upgrade discussions are ongoing.
8 3 Present the Downtown Vitalization Specific Plan
450,000 GF
Objective standards being developed by consultant. Target completion date December 2023 9 24 Present analysis for Annexation of CSUMB housing/landfill, East Garrison 150,000 UFBCity staff met with LAFCO in Spring of 2022. Staff needs to re-engage with CSUMB. 10 Develop former Cypress Knolls Specific Plan
850,000 UFB
Visioning of Cypress Knolls charette held in January conducted by APA Committee. Committee will report back to Council at a study session scheduled for April 11th. 11 16 Implement the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) 300,000UFB, potential grants
Marina awaiting GSA recognition pending lawsuit filed.
12 8 Protect the City's groundwater & aquifer from contamination 4,000,000 GF/UFB
City partnered with multiple organizations to protect groundwater. Legal team fully engaged with multiple lawsuits filed.
14 Conduct a Police Service Study 150,000 GF/UFBWill be conducted in fiscal 2024. 15 Increase traffic enforcement 125,000 GFOngoing
18 27 Present uses for ARPA Funds in the annual budget
5,000,000
Federal dollars -
Very few restrictions
Proposal is included in fiscal year 2024 budget.
Treasury Guidance allows this to be unrestricted funds
19 9 Complete the installation of the Martin Luther King Jr. Sculpture at Locke Paddon Park 578,835 private, GF
Contract for sculpture garden awarded 12/20/22, ground breaking held in January 2023.
Estimated fall 2023 completion.
23 22 Conduct a Racism, Diversity & Inclusion Study 45,000 GFOngoing 24 12 Impact Fee Update
75,000 IF
In process, expected completion summer 2023. Revising the impact nexus study to be compliant with new state requirements.
25 18 Update the City's Fee Schedule 15,000 GFProject will be included in 2024 budget. 27 Develop and present plan to renovate City owned Hayes Circle Duplexes450,000 UFBSwap is off the table. Updating estimates for renovation. 30 Obtain a City Standalone Stormwater permits, non NPDES 50,000 GFstill working with Regional Water Quality District to acquire stand alone permits. 31 Analyze and present plans to bring a 3rd High Speed Internet provider to the City 30,000 GF
Working with MBEP, County on coordination for broadband build outs. State middle mile network will bring fiber to Marina
32 Improve the Website design, navigation and content 35,000 GFProposed funding will be included in budget for Fiscal Year 2024. 33 Develop and deliver a Bi-weekly newsletter re: police work, street repairs, rec program, upcoming meetings 50,000 GF
To be started with additional staffing coming on board
34 Update and maintain City lease documents
15,000 GF
90% of leases have been cleaned up and back owed rents minimal at this point. Systems in place to manage in the future.
37 37 Permitting, process, and present necessary components of the Marina Station Development 50,000 UFB
Development Agreement approved by City Council in Aug 2022. Developer expected to submit building permits in late 2023.
38 17 Construct the Sea Haven Community Park
400,000 IF & developer
Developer submitted final plans for building permit. Playground equipment ordered.
Construction expected to begin summer 2023.
44 Address unhouse persons issues through local and regional efforts 0 GFcontinuing to meet with county and state regional officials 46 Present options for a Rental Registry program 50,000 GFwaiting for council directioin 47 Update the City's Inclusionary Ordinance 20,000 GFwill be part of General Plan update 48 Update the City's Zoning Ordinance GFZoning Code Update apart of the General Plan update. 50 2 Update the City's General Plan 1,750,000 GF/UFB/FeesConsultant hired, project underway. 51 25 Update the City's Local Coastal Plan
50,000 GF
staff currently meeting with Coastal Commission to complete update. Expected completion early 2024.
52 14 Update the Housing Element
249,000 GF
Current element is complete and housing overlay adopted to bring into compliance. Next cycle to be completed by January 2024
53 Conduct and Present Findings of a City-wide parking study 150,000 UFBneed direction and funding from city council. 54 Sidewalk improvement (hazard reduction) program incl. 370,000 GFongoing. Project being coordinated with MBASIA for funding. 55 Support the Safe Routes to School program 1,000,000 UFB, GrantsOngoing, continuing to apply for grants. 56 Present Gateway improvements incl entry sign and landscaping 250,000 PG&E fundedProposals received. Preparing options for public/City Council input. 57 6 Facilitate the Street Maintenance Program
11,500,000 UFB/GF
$11.5M bond closed in July 2022. Update of street priorities in 23/24 budget cyclce. Street maintenance program and failed streets to be prioritized and completed within 3 years. 59 Present Del Monte/Reservation Rd. Intersection improvement plans 400,000 UFB
preliminary design completed. To be implemented as part of the Downtown Vitalizaiton improvements.
60 Present Del Monte/ 2nd Ave Connection alternatives
8,000,000 CFD fee
preliminary design completed. Reviewing impact on endangered species. Continuting discussion with CDFW and City Council.
61 Present Del Monte Median Landscape alternatives
50,000 GF
To be implemented as part of the Downtown Vitalizaiton improvements. Consultant will be hired to develop plans for small test area.
62 Install additonal power sources in Reservation Rd landscaped median 50,000 GFOngoing implementation to increase holiday lighting options. 63 Present designs for Reservation Rd Roundabouts at Cordoza & Beach 2,000,000 IF/TAMC grantneeds to be budgeted. Triggered by Marina Station development. 64 Present design for Salinas Ave Widening project 50,000 CFD feealmost completed - coordination remaining issues with County 65 32 Install improvements for a pedestrian crossing at California Ave & (3rd?) 50,000 IFCalifornia Ave. pedestrian crossing to be constructed summer 2023. 67 Present designs for Sports/Recreation/Aquatic and Roller Hockey Center Rehab & Improvements 3,500,000 UFB/BB/IF
100% design plans almost complete. Cost estimates expected end of March. 68 26 Present plan for thestabilization of useful City owned buildings 400,000 UFB/BBWill be discussed in budget process 69 15 Annual street resurfacing 6,980,000 GFongoing
70 Present a Preston/Abrams Parking Mngmt Plan 15,000 AP/PPwill be submitted with Preston/Abrams Park budget 73 Preston Park- Park planning 150,000 UFB/IFWill be discussed in budget process - combine with #124 74 Promote the development of the parcels adjacent to Walmart 50,000 UFBprimarily the developer and owners responsibility 75 Purchase the property at 3006 Del Monte 25,000 GFCompleted. Owner decided not to sell the property. 76 33 Arts Village Development (stabilization) 1,200,000 BBArchitectural study complete. Needs staff review and recommendation. #68 77 Aquatic Center- Estab. Bond committee 50,000 UFB/IFWill be discussed in budget process, combine with #67 78 Pool Rehabilitation
8,000,000 UFB/IF/BOND
100% design almost complete. Consultant will be providing a cost estimate, combine with #67 79 Present options for Youth/Srs/Family Program improvements & partnerships200,000 GFongoing 80 Facilitate new special/cultural events 50,000 GFpart-time special events coordinator hired 82 Present options for a new Senior Center 3,000,000 UFB/IFwill be included in civic center bond 83 Present funding and designs options for a new Civic Center 75,000 UFB
General obligation bond. Consultant hired to begin public education and outreach process. 85 40 Develop plans for City Hall/Annex Center 5,000,000 UFBongoing 91 Monitor retention basins annual 30,000 GF$ allocated in 21/22 budget 92 42 Develop and present a Resource (Habitat) Management Program & City wide ITP application 150,000 CFD fee
ITP and HMP underway. Draft docs to be presented 2023
93 Present a plan to maintain Locke Paddon Park and Pond 350,000 GF
$250k allocated in 21/22 budget. Discussions with MRPD to develop a master plan for the site underway.
94 Present plan to rehab the Locke Paddon park floating walkway 1,000,000 UFB/IFpart of the Locke Paddon master plan 95 Present plan to widen and enhance landscaping along Del Monte recreation trail 1,000,000 UFB
See priority #61 To be implemented as part of the Downtown Vitalization improvements. 96 Tree study maintenance removal program 50,000 GF
97 Develop a climate change action plan 150,000 UFBPolicies to be included in the GP, combine with #50 98 Work with FORTAG to memorilze routes in the City limits 2,000,000 UFB/TAMC
TAMC secured funding for segments through landfill property to California Avenue and along California Avenue from the Equestrian Center to Patton Parkway. 99 Develop a Park Maintenance Plan with funding options 200,000
GF ($100,000
annually x 2yrs
budget cycle)will be included in budget for fiscal year 2024 100 5 Conduct park improvements and maintenance 5,000,000 UFB ongoing 101 City Lights Program & funding allocation plan 500,000 UFBfunding included in budget process 102 Street light replacement
200,000 GF/UFB Decorative lights installed. Remaining poles delivered, and to be scheduled for installation. 103 Traffic Signal Maintenance & Upgrades incl. Traffic signal ADA upgrade 150,000 GF/UFB$150k funded in 21/22 budget 104 13 Develop and present a Facilities Management Program for all existing city owned structures 5,500,000 UFB ongoing
105 Care Bag initiative for foster children by Marina 0 UFBstudent project 106 Holiday Light Display with City Holiday Tree Lighting event 0 UFBstudent project 107 Present improvement plans for Teen Center, skate park, and new volleyball court 50,000 UFB student project
122 Present plan for Glorya Jean Tate Park playground reconstruction 3,000,000 Options for playground equipment being evaluated. 123 Salinas Ave Widening Construction 3, 250,000 Will be discussed in budget process - combine with #64 124
Develop and present plans for Preston Park ballfield and playground improvements1,500,000 will be discussed in budget process for fiscal year 2024 125 Facilitate Airport Building Improvements: Bldgs 533,510 (new roof), 507, 510, 520, 514, 518, and 526 815,000 Ongoing, all but 533 complete 126 Conduct Airport pavement maintenance projects 179,000 ongoing, grant funding submitted to FAA 127 Airport Storm Drain Mitigation 74,001 ongoing
128 Airport Airfield Safety Improvements 100,000 ongoing 129 Develop options for Airport Landscape improvements 80,000 ongoing 130 Access Control System 130,000 Airport?
Scan CDD Documents for permanent retention 53,000 completed and ongoing Purchase Public Works riding mowers
30,000 Staff obtaining quotes and evaluating options. Pending hire of a Maintenance Superintendent.
Casa de Noche Bueno contribution $22,000 funded
108 Hockey Pavillion: design plan, financing
100% design almost complete. Consultant will be providing a cost estimate, combine with #67 109 Present design plans with financing options for New Police Station ongoing, combine with #3 110 Present design plans with financing options for Fire Station ongoing, combine with #3 111 Design plans with financing options for Community Center Upgrades ongoing, combine with #3 112 Analyze and present option to install a North Del Monte Pedestrian Cross walk at DiMaggio Pk will discuss in budget process for fiscal year 2024 115 Maintenance Management System (Tier 1 CIP) 80,000 GF/UFBPending hire of a Maintenance Superintendent. 116 Present improvement plans for Cardoza Neighborhood Stormdrain (Tier 1 CIP) 120,000 GF/UFB Pending hire of a Maintenance Superintendent. $120k allocated in 21/22 budget 118 Present improvement plans forMarina Drive Stormdrain (Tier 2 CIP) Had discussion with MPUSD, will discuss funding in budget for fiscal year 2024 120 Present analysis of a new Imjin Prkway & 3rd Ave Traffic Signal (Tier 2 CIP) Received $1.3 millioin grant funding to install new signal.
COMPLETED ITEMS
4 4b *Funding, public outreach & park design for Pump Track & Gloria Jean-Tate Park $3, 000,000 UFB/IF
Public outreach and pump track design done.
6 23 *Blight Removal plan incl. funding
8,500,000 BB
1st phase Done. City Council approved the first round of funding. Dunes Park barracks razed.
Cypress Knolls duplexes along 3rd and Rendove actively being demolished. Remaining CK to be determined.
7a 7 *Equestrian Park Development RFP 50,000 NPSConcessionaire agreement executed and being implemented. 21 11 Gain approvals necessary for JOBY Aviation development at the Airport 150,000 AirportComplete 13 41 Stockade Demolition 2,200,000 GFComplete
16 36 Ensure necessary fire apparatus are funded 1,500,000 UFBCompleted, ladder truck ordered ? 17 20 Fire Service Study 75,000 GFCompleted.
20 38 Airport Business Park Specific Plan EIR 200,000 AirportCompleted 22 31 FORA Transition remaining tasks/issues 50,000 GFCompleted 26 21 Fee Schedule update for cannabis 15,000 GFCompleted 28 39 Landfill Border Property Transfer- Obligation Impacts 75,000 UFB
Completed. Properties transferred from Mo.Co. Land proposed as mitigation for the Imjin Parkway project.
29 28 Creating voting districts 40,000 GFCompleted
40 34 Ensure the completion of Dunes Phase II development Promenade 0 GFCompleted, council approved final map. 41 Prepare and present a Dunes Development Mitigation Study 0 IFCompleted ? 35 30 Cannabis Program- Dispensary establishment 0 GFCompleted 36 Campaign finance reforms 5,000 GFCompleted. Council repealed previous ordinance. 39 Present plans for the Dunes City Park 20,000,000 IF & developerCompleted. Council provided direction for final design. 42 19 Dunes Barracks Stabilization & Fire Station #3
200,000 UFB
Completed. Fire Station #3 stabilized and being used for storage. Barracks rehabilitation study complete. Council eliminated barracks from Dunes Park plan and directed to find other locations in the city.
43 Present the short-term Home rentals annual review 15,000 GFCompleted 45 30 Below Market Rate Housing Program Implementation
200,000 GF & developers
Completed. BMR Program updated and adopted by council. Consultant hired to manage Sea Haven sales.
49 Opportunity Zone Marketing and Development 5,000 GFMarketing packet completed 66 Sports/Recreation Roller Hockey Feasibility Study 2nd Draft 50,000 IFStudy complete. 72 29 Preston/Abrams Fiscal Sustainabitity Plan (FHA loan) 10,000,000 AP/PPAlmost $10 million reserved, on target for 2026 new bond 81 Recreation online programs 40,000 GFCompleted and ongoing. 84 Council Chamber Improvements incl. ADA, Covid, Media broadcast improvements 450,000 UFB
Improvements completed for in-person meetings again.
86 35 City Council Chamber Media Broadcast Upgrade 1,000,000 UFBCompleted 88 Old Corp yard Entry Gate Automation 25,000 GFOn-call contractor work order issued. 89 Greenwaste Recovery Cost-based Rate Adjustment
30,000 GF
Adjustment complete. Surpluss funds refund to customers and used for rate smoothing due to SB1383 requirements.
114 Los Arboles Sports Deck Rebuild (Tier 1 CIP)
50,000 GF/UFB 1st part completed, preparing estimate for the remainder of the decking to be replaced. 117 Library Community Room AV Update (Tier 2 CIP) 50,000 GF/UFBAV system installed. Set up and training of library staff. 119 Patton Parkway Retaining Wall (Tier 2 CIP) 95,000 GF/UFBWall complete. 121 Phase I Glorya Jean Tate Park Improvements incl Pump Track, Restroom improvement 1,100,000 Restroom complete. Pump Track nearing completion. 71 Preston/Abrams Regulatory Agreements update 0 AP/PPCompleted 87 Vince DiMaggio Blg rain gutter replacement 5,000 GFCompleted, gutters replaced. 90 Organic Waste Ordinance 75,000 GFCompleted
113 Local Roadways Safety Plan (Tier 1 CIP)
50,000GF/UFB/State Grant
$5K GF funds allocated in 21/22 Budget
Adopted (Kimley Horn) by Council on 8/16/22
58 13 8th St between 3rd & 5th Ave Design 150,000 IF, CFD feeDesign completed ? Police Records Management System $280,000 GF/UFBGo Live Spring 2023 Marina City Council
Top 5 List of Issues or Priorities for Fiscal Year 2023-24
Council Member:
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5. City of Marina General Plan
December 31, 2006
Overall Goal
“The creation of a community which provides a high quality of life for all its residents; which offers a broad range of housing, transportation, and recreation choices; and which conserves irreplaceable natural resources.”
The General Plan provides the framework and overall direction necessary to ensure that, as Marina grows, the city will be well functioning and attractive; that it will balance the needs of residents and business; and that appropriate use will be made of its natural, human and economic resources.
Community Goals
1. Housing within the means of households of all economic levels, ages and lifestyles, and, therefore, a diversified and integrated housing supply in which new residential development emphasizes a mix of housing types and lot sizes at the neighborhood level.
2. Community development which avoids or minimizes to the greatest extent possible the consumption or degradation of non-renewable natural resources including natural habitats, water, energy, and prime agricultural land.
3. A city within which the majority of residences, businesses and community facilities are served by frequent, cost-effective transit.
4. A balance of jobs and housing that provides the greatest possible opportunity both to live and work in Marina.
5. A city designed for and attractive to pedestrians, in which most of the housing, shops, businesses, and community facilities are within easy walking distance of each other.
6. A balanced land use/transportation system which minimizes traffic congestion, noise, excessive energy consumption, and air pollution.
7. A city that helps avoid sprawl in the region by making efficient use of lands designated for community development purposes.
8. A city physically and visually distinguish-able from the other communities of the Monterey Bay region, with a sense of place and identity in which residents can take pride.
9. A diversified and sound economic base that will permit the delivery of high-quality public services to city residents and businesses.
10. A community responsive to the housing and transportation needs of Monterey County.
11. One or more centers which bring together commercial, civic, cultural and recreational uses and serve as a focus for community life.
12. A physically and socially cohesive community in which existing and future land uses, transportation facilities, and open spaces are well integrated.
13. Ample opportunities for outdoor recreation for all residents, both within their immediate neighborhoods, elsewhere in the city, and in the immediate environs.
14. Development which maintains continuity with the city’s history and is responsive to the climate and the natural and scenic features of the local regional setting, including the city’s strategic positon as the Monterey Peninsula’s scenic entry.
15. Attractive, distinctive residential neighbor-hoods and commercial districts which contribute to the overall vitality, image and identity of the city.
16. Prevention of threats to life and property from flooding, slope failure, and seismic activity.
17. Equitable distribution of responsibilities and benefits between existing and future residents and businesses.
City of Marina Community Goals
Vision Statement
Marina will grow and mature from a small town bedroom community to a small city which is diversified, vibrant and through positive relationships with regional agencies, self-sufficient.
The City will develop in a way that insulates it from the negative impacts of urban sprawl to become a desirable residential and business community in a natural setting.
Mission Statement
The City Council will provide the leadership in protecting Marina’s natural setting while developing the City in a way that provides a balance of housing, jobs and business opportunities that will result in a community characterized by a desirable quality of life, including recreation and cultural opportunities, a safe environment and an economic viability that supports a high level of municipal services and infrastructure.
Community Priorities
▪ “Desirable Quality of Life” includes protecting and enhancing Marina’s quality of life – improving parks, open space, downtown core area, civic facilities and infrastructure.
Encouraging civic engagement and participation in improving quality of life; providing timely responses to issues and concerns raised by community members.
▪ “Desirable Recreational and Cultural Opportunities” includes strengthening programs, services and activities for youth, teens, families and seniors. Enhancing a diversity of arts, cultural, and health and wellness programs for residents.
▪ “High level of Municipal Services and Infrastructure” includes repairing and replacing city infrastructure and facilities. Providing a system of safe, clean and reliable well-maintained streets, sidewalks, parks and utility infrastructure. Improving city- services and continuing to operate effective and cost-efficient government, incorporating transit and new transportation alternatives and technology. Fostering an organization where all employees are engaged, inspired and striving for continuous service improvement.
▪ “Safe and Secure Environment” includes protecting people, property, businesses and infrastructure ensuring sufficient resources for public safety programs and emergency and disaster preparedness. Fostering a feeling of personal safety, physical security, compassion and individual well-being for all citizens of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds.
▪ “Economic Vitality” foster economic prosperity among Marina businesses, promoting the local economy, encouraging tourism and the development of the Marina airport.
Supporting established businesses while facilitating and encouraging growth and development of new businesses opportunities. Develop a strong economy that can endure changing economic cycles. Leverage city-owned land and property and other development priorities.
▪ “Diverse Vibrant Community” provide for the development of diverse and affordable housing opportunities throughout the City. Enhance safety and connectivity for bicyclists and pedestrians. Foster opportunities for community members to connect and build strong neighborhoods. Provide a safe interconnected system of progressive parks, trails, beach access and open spaces for recreation and education. Promote healthy living and a safe, walkable, bikeable community. Eliminate blight.
▪ “Protect Natural Setting (Environmental Awareness and Sustainability)” preserve, protect and maintain natural resources (including water), public space and beach access; promote environmental stewardship; ensure the availability of safe, sustainable groundwater supply; develop and implement environmental health and climate adaptation policies and proactively address sea level rise.
▪ “Self-Sufficient & Sustainable” sustain a resilient financial position supported by sustainable, balanced revenue streams, fiscally responsible expenditures and pursuit of cost-saving measures. Implement policies and procedures and develop long-term financial strategies to achieve long-term economic sustainability. A commitment to reinvest into core downtown service areas; and a commitment to underserved and under- involved segments of the community.
▪ “Desirable Residential and Business Community (Balanced Housing and Jobs)” includes a commitment to shared social and environmental responsibility promoting a balance between job creation and diverse housing types affordable to persons of all income levels. Attract and retain a well-balanced mix of businesses that contribute to the City’s sustainability and promote the creation of quality jobs.
City Council priority list for development of Fiscal Year 2021-22 and 2022-23 Budget based on May 18, 2021 City Council Meeting
1. Hire staff necessary to accomplish budgeted action plans, priority lists and projects including:
• Existing vacant positions
• Launch working on Cypress Knolls by Feb. 2022 once General Plan consultant is on board and project is moving forward.
• Complete Downtown Vitalization Plan by November 2021
• Complete General Plan by 2023.
2. Plan with budget to repair identified 26 worst local streets within 3 years.
3. Plan with budget to identify:
• At least $2.5 million to fix Marina Sports Center/Water City • $850,000 to begin upgrading Marina Equestrian Center
• At least $3 million to upgrade existing City parks and open space areas within 3 years, while allowing maximum safe use of parks during upgrading construction.
4. Plan with budget improvements to Community Center, Teen Center/Skate Park within 5 years.
5. Plan to open pump track by July 2022.
6. Plan to open Sea Haven Park by November 2022.
7. Plan to begin construction of Dunes City Park by February 2022 and open by February 2023.
8. Hayes Circle land swap prior to November 2021.
9. Replace all broken and missing light posts by November 2021.
10. Annex East Campus and East Garrison before November 2022.
11. Broadband implementation to include feasibility study and other support actions toward implementation prior to June 2022.
12. Racism study begin by February 2022. By September 1, 2021 develop RFP with task force; November 1, 2021 final RFP ready; select vendor by January 1, 2022; launch study by February 1, 2022.