Pleasant Hill City Council
February 9, 2026

CITY OF PLEASANT HILL

CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, February 09, 2026
SPECIAL MEETING - 06:00 PM
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MAYOR ZAC SHESS AT LARGE COUNCILMEMBER SUE NOACK
VICE MAYOR ANDREI OBOLENSKIY DIST. 1 COUNCILMEMBER BELLE LA DIST. 5 COUNCILMEMBER AMANDA SZAKATS
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CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

AGENDA ITEM
Update on the Achievement of Fiscal Year 2024/25 and 2025/26 City Council Goals and Discussion of City Council Goals, Objectives, and Activities for Fiscal Years 2026/27 and 2027/28

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PUBLIC COMMENT
The public is invited to provide comments on any item on this agenda. Please see the information above for more details on options to provide public comment.

ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment to a Joint Meeting with the Recreation and Park District on February 19, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

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CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date: February 9, 2026
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
TITLE: UPDATE ON THE ACHIEVEMENT OF FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 AND 2025/26 CITY COUNCIL GOALS AND DISCUSSION OF CITY COUNCIL GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND ACTIVITIES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2026/27 AND 2027/28

SYNOPSIS
The City Council has traditionally revisited its goals prior to the biennial budget process. Staff are providing an Update on Achievement of FY 2024/25 and 2025/26 City Council Goals and requesting the City Council provide direction to staff regarding any revisions to the goals for FY 2026/27 and FY 2027/28.

DISCUSSION
Background
The City generally operates on a two-year (biennial) budget. Every other year, at the beginning of the budget cycle, the City Council holds a special meeting, the “Goals Workshop,” to review achievements from the previous fiscal year and to set goals for the next two fiscal years. At the March 2024 Goals Workshop, staff presented goal-related achievements and received direction from the City Council to update the Council’s goals for FY 2024/25 and FY 2025/26. The five goals are below, with the objectives and related achievements for each goal outlined in the attachment:

Fiscal Year 2024/25 and 2025/26 Goals:

1. A City that is safe.

2. A City that is financially sound.

3. A City that is attractive, well-planned, and well-maintained.

4. A City that provides a high quality of life and a small-town atmosphere for its residents.

5. A City that provides efficient and effective public services.

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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 3 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 Analysis
Staff has prepared the attached report summarizing the City’s major FY 2024/25 and FY 2025/26 goal-related achievements for the City Council’s review and is requesting the Council’s FY 2026/27 and FY 2027/28 Goals.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact directly related to Council action of reviewing achievements and adopting revised goals. The goals will provide guidance to staff and the Council during the budget development process.

PUBLIC CONTACT
Public Contact was made through posting of the City Council agenda on the City’s official notice bulletin board, at the Pleasant Hill Senior Center, and at the Pleasant Hill Police Department. The agenda and staff report are posted on the City’s web page.

RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION
Review the Update on Achievement of FY 2024/25 and 2025/26 City Council Goals and give direction to staff to prepare the FY 2026/27 and FY 2027/28 Goals for adoption as part of the next Biennial Budget.

ALTERNATIVES TO RECOMMENDED ACTION
None

ATTACHMENT(S)
Update on Achievement of FY 2024/25 and 2025/26 City Council Goals Prepared by: Lyone Conner, City Clerk
Reviewed by: Erick Cheung, Finance Manager
Approved by: Ethan Bindernagel, City Manager
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 4 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 1 CITY COUNCIL GOALS WORKSHOP
February 9, 2026

UPDATE ON ACHIEVEMENT OF CITY

COUNCIL GOALS FOR FISCAL YEARS
2024/2025 AND 2025/2026
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 5 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
GOAL #1: A CITY THAT IS SAFE ..................................................................................................................................................................8 GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #1: Ensure there is adequate public safety.......................................................................................................... 8 A: Develop strategies and programs to reduce crime and increase public safety………………………..………………………... 8 B: Improve traffic safety throughout the City and particularly around schools…………………………………………….……….. 9 C: Continue and expand community engagement and volunteer opportunities around public safety, including Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT), the Chief’s Advisory Panel, and reinvigorate Neighborhood Watch to enhance communication and promote education……………………………………………………………………………. 9 D: Fully integrate and enhance a comprehensive, resilient suite of emergency communication tools and methods to include the Community Warning System, social media, and Nixle, that are accessible to the entire community, including underrepresented groups………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 9 E: Maintain strong relationships with the Fire District and other public safety organizations and continue to participate in regional public safety activities……………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 F: Continue to work with the public on reducing property crime…………………………………………………………. 10 GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #2: Preserve an infrastructure that is functional and effective..............................................................10 A: Prioritize and ensure adequate funding for capital projects that prevent health and safety concerns……………...… 10 B: Continue to aggressively pursue grants and other outside funding sources for capital projects……………………..… 11 GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #3: Maintain an effective disaster preparedness program.......... Error! Bookmark not defined.

A: Support the CERT Program………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….. 11 B: Assess disasters of new origins………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….. 11 C: Utilize the Outlook newsletter, website, and social media to promote disaster preparedness……………..................... 11 D: Continue emergency management and disaster preparedness training for City staff………………………………………. 12 E: Improve multi-jurisdictional coordination of disaster preparedness, including with schools, colleges, the Fire District, CERT, the County, and the City………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12 F: Include the City Council in appropriate Emergency Operations Center exercises……………………………………………… 12 GOAL #2: A CITY THAT IS FINANCIALLY SOUND................................................................................................................................ 13 GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #1: Set and maintain a balanced budget..............................................................................................................13 A: Continuously monitor and adjust expenditures, including personnel costs, to conform to funds available……… 13 B: Ensure that the City has sufficient revenue to meet community needs, including through evaluating alternative funding mechanisms for City projects and programs…………………………………………………………………………………… 13 C: Maintain reserves for specific purposes and amounts (including unassigned reserves) to meet the City's needs………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……….. 14 D: Ensure American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”) funds are effectively used to meet City and community needs……. 15 E: Move forward with an analysis and audit of Business License Fees………………………………………………………………... 15 Item 4.1
City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 6 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 3 GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster active and effective economic development programs and services ...........................16 A: Strengthen the attractiveness of, and connectivity between, commercial areas, such as the businesses along the Monument Corridor……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 16 B: Work with businesses to identify and promote the unique features of each business area……………………………… 16 C: Coordinate infrastructure projects with economic development efforts to efficiently leverage City resources and enhance the vitality of commercial areas……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 16 D: Foster coordination and enhancement of marketing and promotion between hotels, restaurants, and commercial establishments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 17 E: Utilize the Tourism Improvement District (TID) to increase awareness and visibility of Pleasant Hill and to attract more overnight hotel guests to stay in local hotels…………………………………………………………………………… 17 GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #3: Continue long-term financial planning........................................................................................................17 A: Update the Long-Term Financial Plan every two years…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 17 GOAL #3: A CITY THAT IS ATTRACTIVE, WELL-PLANNED, AND WELL-MAINTAINED......................................................... 18 GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #1: Support land use policies and projects that enhance the quality of the city...........................18 A: Maintain land use planning documents that are current and focus on enhancing quality of life, strengthening neighborhoods, incorporating sustainable land use and development principles, and encouraging high-quality economic development……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 18 B: Continually monitor and update other planning-related documents, including the Zoning Ordinance and Citywide Design Guidelines, as necessary…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 18 C: Ensure high-quality development that appropriately considers the surrounding environment, quality of life impacts (including traffic), and the needs of individual neighborhoods, and contributes to the improvement of the City……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 18 D: Incorporate climate change considerations into City planning documents where feasible…………………………….... 19 E: Support residential development that will help address the lack of affordable housing……………………………….…. 19 F: Advocate for state legislation/mandates to be consistent with the City's goals and community interests…....… 19 G: Review and update residential objective design standards and zoning ordinance development standards to be consistent with the goals, policies, and programs of the updated Land Use & Housing Element of the General Plan………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20 GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #2: Maintain the appearance of City facilities in a condition that meets community expectations ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 20 A: Perform recurring maintenance activities, such as landscape maintenance, pothole repair, pavement crack sealing, storm drain cleaning, City vehicle maintenance, and City building maintenance in a cost- effective and timely manner…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 20 B: Maintain the high-quality appearance of City property and facilities……………………………………………………………… 20 GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #3: Implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that meets the City's needs.............................21 A: Perform comprehensive assessment on a recurring basis to identify current and future capital needs……….. 21 Item 4.1
City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 7 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 4 B: Create a long-term plan that prioritizes capital projects and identifies funding adequate to meet capital needs. 21 C: Maintain arterial and collector roads with a citywide average Pavement Condition Index (PCI) of 70 or better and residential roads with a citywide average PCI of 60 or better……………………………………………………….………… 21 D: Communicate the impact of Measure K in improving the condition of the City's capital assets, including through a Measure K project information website containing a map of Measure K-funded projects……….. 21 E: Continue to aggressively pursue grants and other outside funding sources for capital projects………………………. 22 F: Use innovative technologies to minimize costs……………………………………………………………………………………………… 22 G: Focus projects on priority areas, such as implementing Complete Streets and cost-effective projects to reduce localized flooding………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….… 22 H: Complete the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan……………………………………………………………………………………….… 22 GOAL #4: A CITY THAT PROVIDES A HIGH QUALITY OF LIFE AND A SMALL-TOWN ATMOSTPHERE FOR ITS RESIDENTS...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23 GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #1: Provide and promote community events ...................................................................................................23 A: Continue to organize community and cultural events that enhance the quality of life in Pleasant Hill, such as Off the Grid, Community Service Day, Light up the Night, and the Sunset by the Lake Summer Concert Series……… 23 B: Sponsor, support, and promote diverse community and cultural events taking place in the City, organized by other public and private organizations…………………………………………………………………………………….…………….……. 24 C: Provide opportunities for children to interact with the City of Pleasant Hill through activities such as Mock City Council Meetings, Mayor for the Day, and the annual Holiday Tree Trimming and Caroling at City Hall….….…... 24 D: Provide opportunities for community members to become more familiar with the City organization and its policies and procedures, including through a Local Government Academy program……………………………...….……. 25 E: Perform a communication audit to assess current practices and improve outreach methods to promote community events and activities…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 25 GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster collaborations with other community partners .................................................................... 25 A: Cultivate cooperation and communication with the Mount Diablo Unified School District and higher education institutions, including Diablo Valley College, to promote quality education and programs that enrich the quality of life in Pleasant Hill…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 25 B: Collaborate with regional government agencies, such as the Fire District and County, to support programs that enrich the quality of life for Pleasant Hill residents…………………………………………………………………………………….. 26 C: Collaborate with the Pleasant Hill Library to support programs that enrich the quality of life for Pleasant Hill residents………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 26 D: Collaborate with the Recreation and Park District on areas of particular interest to the City, such as the District's master plan and proposed new park adjacent to the new library…………………………………………………….………….. 26 E: Collaborate with civic and community organizations to support programs that enrich the quality of life for Pleasant Hill residents…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...…………… 27 Item 4.1
City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 8 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 5 GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #3: Promote a sustainable and environmentally friendly community...............................................27 A: Continue and look for opportunities to expand good environmental practices and policies in the City……...……. 27 B: Continue community education and outreach focused on good environmental practices……………………..………… 28 C: Continue to promote alternative transportation options, such as electric vehicle usage and charging stations, walking, biking, buses, BART, and carpooling……………………………………………………………………….………. 28 D: Monitor and pursue state and federal grant funding opportunities that promote local programs and/or regional collaboration dedicated to sustainable practices and procedures………………………………………………………..………. 28 GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #4: Support and explore opportunities to expand cultural, historical, artistic, and leisure activities and facilities..............................................................................................................................................................................................29 A: Collaborate with other Pleasant Hill organizations to display and publicize public art, including at City Hall, the Nelis Nook in the Pleasant Hill Library, as well as in new projects and City facilities…………………………...………... 29 B: Create a mechanism for recognizing significant cultural milestones and memorializing the contributions of various groups to the City’s history, such as the Chamber of Commerce…………………………………………..………….. 29 GOAL #5: A CITY THAT PROVIDES EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE PUBLIC SERVICES............. Error! Bookmark not defined.

GOAL 5, OBJECTIVE #1: Establish programs and provide resources to enable quality public service…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………… 30 A: Support quality public service by providing City staff with appropriate training and educational opportunities……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 30 B: Create opportunities for teamwork that crosses departmental lines……………………………………………………………... 30 C: Ensure that the City has a high level of transparency by providing training and communications for City staff, Commissioners, and City Council, with regard to the Brown Act, Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, and any additional related state or federal laws……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 31 D: Review and consider changes to the City’s current onboarding practices for Councilmembers and Commissioners………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 31 E: Find ways to assess customer satisfaction with City government and City services and periodically provide updates to the City Council…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………. 31 F: Use social media to promote and advertise City accomplishments…………………………………………………….………….. 32 G: Continue to look for opportunities to use technological advances to increase transparency and effectiveness and streamline services.………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………… 32 Item 4.1
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Items in red indicate revisions or additions made during the City Council Goals Workshop in March 2024.

Items in green denote subcategories within an action item Items in yellow represent the start of the next Objective Item 4.1
City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 10 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 7 CITY COUNCIL GOALS FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2024/25 and 2025/26 GOAL #1: A CITY THAT IS SAFE
GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #1: Ensure there is adequate public safety.

A. Develop strategies and programs to reduce crime and increase public safety. i. Maintain the School Resource Officer
Key Accomplishments:
• The School Resource Officer position has remained a full-time assignment without splitting responsibilities throughout 2025.
• Patrol officers are each assigned to an elementary or middle school to interact with students/staff and enhance relationships.

GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #1: Ensure there is adequate public safety A. Develop strategies and programs to reduce crime and increase public safety ii. Effectively deploy police resources, including with focus on priority areas and issues, such as schools and homelessness.

Key Accomplishments:
• Implemented Peregrine for crime analysis and enhanced investigations. • Accepted grant funds to combat impaired driving.
• Implemented regular impaired driving enforcement and education initiatives. • Theft Suppression Team conducted regular enforcement events and increased public messaging. • Enhanced partnerships with retail stores to combat theft. • Implemented Digital Forensic Evidence investigator position to specialize in fraud and cybercrimes, as well as enhancing partnerships with leading experts in that field. • Successfully maintained the Community Resource Officer, whose primary responsibilities include responding to issues involving homelessness.
• Funded and collaborated with the county CORE program in providing resources to the unhoused in our community
GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #1: Ensure there is adequate public safety A. Develop strategies and programs to reduce crime and increase public safety iii. Leverage the Education Commission outreach and contact to the Mt. Diablo Unified School District on issues such as capital improvements and bike and pedestrian safety efforts.

Key Accomplishments:
• Install Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) traffic cameras at key intersections in conjunction with ongoing Capital Improvement Projects.
• Coordinated with schools to provide education and enforcement efforts related to the use of ebikes and e-motorcycles.

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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 11 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 8 GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #1: Ensure there is adequate public safety B. Improve traffic safety throughout the City and particularly around schools.

Key Accomplishments:
• Continued participation and collaboration with the Traffic Safety Commission (TSC). • Maintained all traffic, safety, and regulatory signs citywide • Completed the Contra Costa Boulevard (CCB) Improvement Project (Viking to Harriet) that included implementation of pedestrian and bicycle facilities at the intersection of CCB and Taylor Boulevard in addition to a new traffic signal at Alan Drive and CCB • Completed the 2025 Steet Resurfacing Project that included implementation of bicycle facilities on Camelback Road, Ellinwood Drive, and 51 neighborhood streets. • Completed the installation of new high visibility crosswalks at 6 key intersections surrounding schools
• Completed the 2025 Citywide Pothole & AC Pathway Repair Project • Began implementation of the Safe Streets for All Traffic Study (SS4A) with key stakeholders • Restored the full-time Traffic Officer position and increased directed enforcement efforts in neighborhoods and areas around schools
GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #1: Ensure there is adequate public safety.

C. Continue and expand community engagement and volunteer opportunities around public safety, including Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT), the Chief’s Advisory Panel, and reinvigorate Neighborhood Watch to enhance communication and promote education.

Key Accomplishments:
• Chief’s Advisory Panel held three regular meetings throughout the year • CERT remained active and held training independently and in conjunction with City’s EOC training
• Appointment of a police volunteer as the new Neighborhood Watch Coordinator • Hosted and attended numerous outreach events, including National Night Out, Community Service Day, Coffee with a Cop, the Holiday Toy Drive, among other initiatives • Continued presence across multiple social media platforms targeting community engagement GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #1: Ensure there is adequate public safety.

D. Fully integrate and enhance a comprehensive, resilient suite of emergency communication tools and methods to include the Community Warning System, social media, and Nixle, that are accessible to the entire community, including underrepresented groups.

Key Accomplishments:
• Utilized and encouraged community members to sign up for emergency notification programs, such as Nixle and the Contra Costa Community Warning System. • Conducted ongoing Emergency Operations Center (EOC) training, which includes outlines for community notification plans in the event of emergencies. • Retained relationships and contingencies with neighboring agencies and County resources to provide support and assistance as needed during critical events. • Offered education on notification systems at public events hosted by PD, including National Night Out
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 12 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 9 GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #1: Ensure there is adequate public safety.

F. Continue to work with the public on reducing property crime.

Key Accomplishments:
• Maintained ongoing high visibility patrols in areas significantly impacted by property crimes. • Utilized social media platforms to provide property crime prevention theft • PD personnel presented at community meetings, discussing elder fraud abuse, and providing resources and information on how to prevent and address related issues. • Continued ongoing deployment of the Theft Suppression Team to combat retail theft. • Utilized Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) devices to identify and prevent property crimes, such as shoplifting, auto thefts, etc.
• Developed the Warrant Service Team to improve the overall training and capabilities of officers conducting directed enforcement operations
GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #2: Preserve an infrastructure that is functional and effective.

A. Prioritize and ensure adequate funding for capital projects that prevent health and safety concerns.

Key Accomplishments:
• The City Council approved $6.7M in Measure K funds the last two fiscal years to fund capital projects such as the 2025 Street Resurfacing Project, CCB Improvement Project, the 2025 Pothole Repair Project and the 2024 Storm Drain Maintenance Project • Approximately $26.4M was allocated for construction and maintaining the City’s infrastructure • Maintained and upgraded the City’s storm drain system, including replacing old and failing storm drainpipes and upgraded certain storm drain systems to reduce the risk of local flooding • Constructed new sidewalks and bicycle facilities, improving safety and promoting walking and bicycling as alternative forms of transportation
• Submitted a Biennial Measure J Growth Management Program Compliance Checklist to the Contra Costa County Transportation Authority. The City will receive approximately $800,000 per year over the next two years for transportation improvement and/or maintenance purposes.
• Installed a new filter at the Diablo Vista Water System pumphouse to improve the quality of the un-treated water from the canal.

GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #1: Ensure there is adequate public safety.

E. Maintain strong relationships with the Fire District and other public safety organizations and continue to participate in regional public safety activities.

Key Accomplishments:
• Held bi-annual meetings with Contra Costa County Fire District executives to discuss provision of emergency services in the Pleasant Hill Community.
• Maintained membership and participation in the Central County SWAT team. • Involved in the US Secret Service Cyber Fraud Task Force and Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 13 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 10 GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #2: Preserve an infrastructure that is functional and effective B. Continue to aggressively pursue grants and other outside funding sources for capital projects.

Key Accomplishments:
• Public Works received $125,000 in Transportation Development Act (TDA) grant funds from Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) for the Pleasant Hill Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Project
• Received $300,000 federal Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant. • Received $37,000 in State MTC funding to support the City’s street pavement condition survey. • Pursued STIP funding for Taylor Boulevard Improvement Project.

GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #3: Maintain an effective disaster preparedness program.

A. Support the CERT Program.

Key Accomplishments:
• Regularly incorporated Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) into EOC training. • CERT hosted a tent at community event National Night Out, offering information to attendees regarding emergency preparedness and disaster response, in addition to recruiting new members who expressed interest in joining CERT.
• Facilitated CERT scenario training with City EOC trainer GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #3: Maintain an effective disaster preparedness program.

B. Assess disasters of new origins.

Key Accomplishments:
• Collaborated with Contra Costa County and completed the 5-Year Pleasant Hill Hazard Mitigation Plan
GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #3: Maintain an effective disaster preparedness program.

C. Utilize the Outlook newsletter, website, and social media to promote disaster preparedness.

Key Accomplishments:
• Shared various disaster preparedness posts across City social media platforms. • Used both the Outlook and Bi-Weekly Update to inform the public on severe storm safety. • Invited CERT members to post class information in each Outlook promoting emergency preparedness. • Distributed information (flyers, door hanger, etc.) to community members, encouraging citizen registration with emergency alert services, in the event of a disaster or critical event in the area. • Updated template messaging for use in EOC activations. • Posted information on preparedness, such as City Sandbag Stations, to City’s website Item 4.1
City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 14 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 11 GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #3: Maintain an effective disaster preparedness program.

D. Continue emergency management and disaster preparedness training for City staff.

Key Accomplishments:
• Conducted multiple EOC preparedness trainings for City personnel and CERT • Retained an outside vendor to assist City in emergency preparedness training of personnel • Facilitated full-scale tabletop exercise for both City and CERT personnel, activating as an emergency response team in the event of a disaster in real-time
• Building Division Inspectors and Chief Building Official (CBO) maintained Cal OES Safety Assessment Program certifications for disaster inspections; the CBO remains a certified coordinator.

GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #3: Maintain an effective disaster preparedness program E. Improve multi-jurisdictional coordination of disaster preparedness, including with schools, colleges, the Fire District, CERT, the County, and the City.

Key Accomplishments:
• Collaborated with Contra Costa County and completed the 5-Year Pleasant Hill Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Conducted multiple emergency operations preparation and training sessions and drills for City personnel and CERT personnel.
• Invited Pleasant Hill Recreation and Park District’s personnel to attend EOC Training. • PD personnel attended annual safety plan meetings at local schools.

GOAL 1, OBJECTIVE #3: Maintain an effective disaster preparedness program.

F. Include the City Council in appropriate Emergency Operations Center exercises.

Key Accomplishments:
• Simulated City Council involvement and communications during an EOC tabletop exercise.

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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 15 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 12 GOAL #2: A CITY THAT IS FINANCIALLY SOUND
GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #1: Set and maintain a balanced budget A. Continuously monitor and adjust expenditures, including personnel costs, to conform to funds available.

Key Accomplishments:
• Three financially sustainable Memoranda of Understanding and the Management Pay Plan beginning in fiscal year 2023-2024 delineating the wages and benefits for City employees through fiscal year 2025-2026. These four agreements helped manage personnel costs and maintain labor peace through the end of the current fiscal year (FY25/26). • Provided the City Council and Budget Committee with updates on the City’s Financial condition.

Based on the financial information provided for fiscal years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026, the City Council Contributed an additional $400,000 and $200,000, respectively, to the Pension Trust Fund. • Reviewed and allocated City Staff to sources other than the General Fund, based on the services those employees provide (i.e., eligible for projects or programs that are funded by Gas Tax or other return-to-source funds).
• Received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association for the 33rd consecutive year. • Implemented a new financial system for the City. The new system provides easier access to realtime financial information for all users versus canned reports sent out to various departments.

GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #1: Set and maintain a balanced budget B. Ensure that the City has sufficient revenue to meet community needs, including through evaluating alternative funding mechanisms for City projects and programs.

Key Accomplishments:
• The City Council approved Measure K funding for the various programs/projects during fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025:
ο $3.7 million for Street Resurfacing Program – Contra Costa Boulevard Improvement Project Street Resurfacing Project
ο $338,500 for Pedestrian and Bicycle Program – Intersection and Crosswalk Improvements Project
ο $518,000 for Storm Drain Improvements – Storm Drain Maintenance Project ο $300,000 for City Infrastructure – Police Department Roof • The City Council approved American Rescue Plan Act funds for various programs/projects described in Goal 2, Objective 1, Action E (below)
ο $349,900 for Business Improvements – Provided grants to assist businesses with websites and promote shopping through the Yiftee Program
ο $1.7 million for Underground Storage Tank at the Police Department, which was State mandated
ο $354,700 for Library Hours and Crossing Guard Services, CORE Homeless Program ο $311,000 for Digital Scanning of City files
• Public Works received $94,500 from CalRecycle during FY24/25 for work related to monitoring organic waste, as required by state law (SB 1383).
• TDA grant from MTC - $125,000 for Pleasant Hill Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Item 4.1
City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 16 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 13 GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #1: Set and maintain a balanced budget C. Maintain reserves for specific purposes and amounts (including unassigned reserves) to meet the City's needs.

Key Accomplishments:
• The City Council modified the General Fund Reserve Policy on April 18, 2022, to include a component for pension, which would maintain a minimum reserve of $10 million. As of June 30, 2025, this balance was $10.97 million, designated as follows:
ο Reserve for Working Capital - $5 million;
ο Reserve for Budget Stabilization - $4 million;
ο Reserve for Pension Rate Stabilization $1.97 million ($1 million was transferred from Budget Stabilization and $0.97 million is based on additional contributions and interest income).
• The City Council used the increase in the unassigned General Fund balance to contribute an additional $600,000 to the Pension Trust Fund (noted in Goal 2, Objective 1) over the previous two fiscal years and was above the minimum policy-mandated contribution of $177,000. • The City Council established a reserve for Measure K of $2.5 million, which is equal to debt service payment for the new library. Also, City Council authorized an annual $75,000 for future maintenance reserve and the balance is $225,000 as of June 30, 2025. • PD received $120,000 from the Cannabis Tax Grant Fund program to improve impaired driving training for officers, conduct targeted enforcement operations, and purchase a police vehicle • PD received $53,000 from the Homeland Security Grant Program for the purchase of Night Vision Goggles for use by officers assigned to the Central County SWAT Team Item 4.1
City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 17 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 14 GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #1: Set and maintain a balanced budget D. Ensure American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”) funds are effectively used to meet City and community needs.

Key Accomplishments:
• The City received $8.3 million from the federal government, and staff provided the City Council and Budget Committee updates on ARPA.
• Provided annual financial reporting to the U.S. Treasury on the use of ARPA funds. • The City Council has allocated all the ARPA funds as of December 31, 2025, as required by the U.S. Treasury; below is a summary of programs and projects for which the funds have been spent through June 30, 2025 (rounded to thousands):
ο Gregory Garden Storm Drain Project - $1.5 million;
ο Underground Storage Tank at Police Dept - $1.7 million; ο Diablo View Storm Drain Project - $387,000;
ο Local Business Improvement - $560,000;
ο Library Services $296,000;
ο Crossing Guards - $299,000;
ο CORE Homeless Program $259,000;
ο Council Chamber Technology Improvements - $146,000;
ο Police Radios - $673,000;
ο Safety Supplies and Services - $144,000;
ο Pond and Fountain Project - $230,000;
ο Downtown Tree Project - $100,000;
ο Digital Documentation - $311,000;
ο ADU Planning - $82,000;
ο Essential City Employees - $437,000.

GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #1: Set and maintain a balanced budget E. Move forward with an analysis and audit of Business License Fees.

Key Accomplishments:
• In June 2024, the City Council approved a comprehensive review with a consultant to assist staff to update the Master Fee Schedule, which attempts to recover the full cost providing services. • Staff continues to perform visual audits to verify compliance with Business License Fees • The City implemented a new permitting and business license system and continues to work with the provider to give easier access to customers and staff. • The City is currently in discussion with HdL on a process for a business license audit.

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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 18 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 15 GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster active and effective economic development programs and services
A. Strengthen the attractiveness of, and connectivity between, commercial areas, such as the businesses along the Monument Corridor.

Key Accomplishments:
• Completed usage of ARPA funds for Economic Development on June 30, 2025. • Pleasant Hill Perks: Continued the Pleasant Hill Perks program, which generated consumer spending through purchased and City-provided bonus e-gift cards redeemable at 70+ participating merchants located in the City’s shopping districts. • Website & Social Media Technical Assistance Grant Program - Continued the program by awarding $283,341 in FY 24/25 grants to 30 businesses for website and social media improvements (e.g., content creation, graphic design, professional photographs and video production). Current 25/26 program has awarded $68,248 to 12 businesses for website and social media improvements.
• Sponsorships: Continued support of the following organizations and groups: Chamber of Commerce Art, Wine, & Music festival; the East Bay Jewish Film Festival, which draws 4,500 visitors to downtown Pleasant Hill with linkages to restaurant spending before the shows; sponsored the Contra Costa Economic Development Forum in November 2024 and 2025, attracting economic development staff from city, county, state, workforce development, and funding agencies to all-day event.
• Events: Facilitated two seasons of the weekly Off-the-Grid food truck event at City Hall, and Light Up the Night event, connecting residents and visitors to our Downtown shopping district. There were 30 events in 2024 with an attendance of 23,000 visitors, while 9 – 10 food trucks operated in 2024 generating 19,300 transactions. There were 28 events in 2025 with an attendance of 23,250 visitors, while 9 - 10 food trucks operated in 2025 generating 19,377 transactions. • Collaboration: Collaborated with the Recreation & Park District on two annual City sponsorship packages. The city sponsored 20 events hosted by Recreation & Park in 2024 – 2025 with a cost of $12,375 and $14,850 respectively. These events attracted 9,165 attendees in 2024 and 10,600 in 2025, to the benefit of local businesses near the events, as well as merchants located on the way to and from the events.

GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster active and effective economic development programs and services
B. Work with businesses to identify and promote the unique features of each business area.

Key Accomplishments:
• Regular attendance at Visit Pleasant Hill board meetings • Collaborated with the Downtown Pleasant Hill Shopping Center property management (Vestar) 4 -5 times a year to request assistance in sharing city events, sponsoring city events (Light Up the Night) and co-promoting special events (Holiday event, Farmer’s Market and Off-The-Grid). • Collaborated with community leaders and business community to create Night Market promoting the City’s northern commercial areas along Golf Club Road, including 13 Night Market events held on Friday nights that attracted 800 – 1,000 attendees. Each market hosted 40-50 vendors with 4 vendors from Pleasant Hill.

GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster active and effective economic development programs and services C. Coordinate infrastructure projects with economic development efforts to efficiently leverage City resources and enhance the vitality of commercial areas.

Key Accomplishments:

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• Completed the resurfacing and striping of Crescent Drive (CCB to Boyd Road) GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster active and effective economic development programs and services D. Foster coordination and enhancement of marketing and promotion between hotels, restaurants, and commercial establishments.

Key Accomplishments:
• Attracted visitors and brought potential new customers to local businesses through sponsorships and promotional support of events in 2024 and 2025 including Art, Wine, & Music festivals, the East Bay International Jewish Film Festivals, and over 20 Recreation and Park District special events per year.
• Coordinated with the Chamber of Commerce and Visit Pleasant Hill to promote business programs – such as the Perks program, Perks video series, and Technical Assistance Grant program – that highlight and support local merchants.

GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster active and effective economic development programs and services E. Utilize the Tourism Improvement District (TID) to increase awareness and visibility of Pleasant Hill and to attract more overnight hotel guests to stay in local hotels.

Key Accomplishments:
• During 2024-2025 cycle Pleasant Hill Tourism Improvement District (“Visit Pleasant Hill”) completed a one-time print run of 10,000 visitor guides, which were distributed over the course of the year through hotels, city-facing locations, partner businesses, events, and direct requests.

In addition to print, QR codes linking to the digital Visitor Guide were placed at hotel properties for guests who preferred not to take a physical copy.
• From January 1 – December 31, 2025, the digital Visitor Guide was viewed 554 times by 254 unique users, reflecting repeated engagement with the guide. • Presence on board of Pleasant Hill Tourism Improvement District (“Visit Pleasant Hill”) that furthered use of Pleasant Hill Visitor Guide and map in marketing and advertising campaigns that promote the City’s hotels, merchants, and business districts, such as eight domestic travel tradeshows and eight conferences.

GOAL 2, OBJECTIVE #3: Continue long-term financial planning A. Update the Long-Term Financial Plan every two years.

Key Accomplishments:
• The City Council accepted the Long-Term Financial Plan in June 2024. The plan was to update the Long-Term Financial Plan the year prior to the Biennial Budget, so the City Council, staff, and the public can plan for financial issues and conditions ahead of the budget process. • The City Council accepted the Updated Long-Term Financial Plan in June 2025.

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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 20 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 17 GOAL #3: A CITY THAT IS ATTRACTIVE, WELL-PLANNED, AND WELLMAINTAINED GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #1: Support land use policies and projects that enhance the quality of the city
A. Maintain land use planning documents that are current and focus on enhancing quality of life, strengthening neighborhoods, incorporating sustainable land use and development principles, and encouraging high-quality economic development.

Key Accomplishments:
• The City Zoning Ordinance was updated in 2024 and 2025 to be consistent with the 2023-2031 Housing Element and 2040 General Plan.
o Established new mixed use zoning districts and associated provisions. o Increased building heights and reduced certain setbacks to encourage residential development.
o Included additional provisions that protect residential uses and avoid land use adjacency issues with nonresidential and more dense development. o Updated various use types to better address new types of businesses/activities. o Established provisions related to open space zoned properties.

GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #1: Support land use policies and projects that enhance the quality of the city
B. Continually monitor and update other planning-related documents, including the Zoning Ordinance and Citywide Design Guidelines, as necessary.

Key Accomplishments:
• The City Zoning Ordinance was updated in 2025 to be consistent with the 2023-2031 Housing Element and 2040 General Plan.
• The City has updated the zoning ordinance related to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) every year to be consistent with State ADU provisions.

GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #1: Support land use policies and projects that enhance the quality of the city
C. Ensure high-quality development that appropriately considers the surrounding environment, quality of life impacts (including traffic), and the needs of individual neighborhoods, and contributes to the improvement of the City.

Key Accomplishments:
• Completed the entitlement process for multiple commercial projects including new preschools, a new veterinary clinic, new restaurants, expanded office uses, updated master sign program for Downtown Pleasant Hill, various commercial expansion and façade improvements, and new personal service and improvement uses.
• Completed the entitlement process for residential projects including a multi-family development projects (Harb), new minor subdivisions (SB9), multiple new single-family residences and approval of multiple accessory dwelling units, accessory structures, and singlefamily residential renovations and additions that all improved the overall appearance and condition of residential uses throughout the City.

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D. Incorporate climate change considerations into City planning documents where feasible.

Key Accomplishments:
• Drafting of the City’s first Climate Action Plan began in 2025 with an expected completion by Spring 2026. This plan presents strategies, programs and action steps, providing a comprehensive roadmap for implementation to address reducing GHG emissions, enhancing climate resilience, and promoting sustainable development across sectors in alignment with state goals.
• The City completed a comprehensive zoning ordinance amendment that included provisions related to climate change, including reducing parking requirements for residential uses and incorporating transportation demand management strategies, which could reduce the reliance on vehicle usage and lower GHG emissions.

GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #1: Support land use policies and projects that enhance the quality of the city
E. Support residential development that will help address the lack of affordable housing.

Key Accomplishments:
• The Housing Element includes various goals, policies, and programs that address affordable housing, including incentives to encourage affordable housing (funding, streamlining, removing of zoning constraints as appropriate, etc.) and programs to improve City communication to encourage affordable housing development within Pleasant Hill. In the past year, the City has updated its website to provide additional information related to housing opportunities and funding. The City held a workshop to provide information for both tenants and landlords related to rental housing.
• In 2024 and 2025, the City approved 35 ADUs, which are typically rented at affordable rates. • The City continues to work with Habitat for Humanity on two projects that will add affordable units to the housing supply. The City has provided additional extensions for Habitat to complete necessary entitlements and permits for completion of the project. • The City supported a refinancing of the Grayson Creek Apartments loan that will allow the property owner to complete unit improvements at the property and to provide greater flexibility in the future to allow additional necessary improvements while maintaining affordable housing availability onsite.

GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #1: Support land use policies and projects that enhance the quality of the city
F. Advocate for state legislation/mandates to be consistent with the City's goals and community interests.

Key Accomplishments:

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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 22 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 19 • Continue to monitor State laws that are passed throughout the year. • Provided a comment letter related to Plan Bay Area 2050 related to the inconsistency of housing projects from this document, related to the Department of Finance projections over the same time period.

GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #1: Support land use policies and projects that enhance the quality of the city
G. Review and update residential objective design standards and zoning ordinance development standards to be consistent with the goals, policies, and programs of the updated Land Use & Housing Element of the General Plan.

Key Accomplishments:
• Completed a comprehensive update of the Zoning Ordinance to be consistent with and implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element and 2040 General Plan. • Updates to various housing development provisions including parking requirements, setbacks and building heights.
• Updated various Reasonable Accommodation provisions.
• Created new provisions and designations for Recreation and Park District facilities and land. • Created new provisions and designations for Open Space areas. • Updated various definitions throughout the ordinance. • Rezoned various sites to be consistent with General Plan programs including opportunities for additional housing and housing types throughout the City.

GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #2: Maintain the appearance of City facilities in a condition that meets community expectations
A. Perform recurring maintenance activities, such as landscape maintenance, pothole repair, pavement crack sealing, storm drain cleaning, City vehicle maintenance, and City building maintenance in a cost- effective and timely manner.

Key Accomplishments:
• Visually inspected the 1,620 storm drain catch basins throughout the City for cleaning and flushing, and utilized staff to complete repairs as needed • Monitored and maintained the 27.5 acres of high-maintenance landscaping, 23 acres of median landscaping, 21 acres of roadside, and 53 acres of open space • Maintained approximately 2,500 street trees
• Maintained 35 Police vehicles, 35 Public Works and Community Development Vehicles, 15 Recreation and Park Vehicles and the Senior Van
• Continue to monitor and maintain all City-owned streetlights • Maintain approximately 3,300 traffic regulatory street signs • Repaired 130,000 square feet of asphalt roadway on City arterials, collectors and residential street
• Repaired six asphalt pathways throughout the City
• Completed needed bridge abutment repair at the Oak Park Boulevard overpass GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #2: Maintain the appearance of City facilities in a condition that meets community expectations
B. Maintain the high-quality appearance of City property and facilities.

Key Accomplishments:

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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 23 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 20 • Maintain four City-owned buildings: City Hall, Public Services Center, Police Department, and City Library.
• Completed upgrades to the City Hall first floor and the Police Department Dispatch Center carpeting • Installed a new roof at the Police Department
GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #3: Implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that meets the City's needs
A. Perform comprehensive assessment on a recurring basis to identify current and future capital needs.

Key Accomplishments:
• The Capital Improvement Plan identified $26.4M for the City’s priority projects/programs. • Continued to address projects identified in the Storm Drain Infrastructure Assessment and Maintenance Plan for the City based on Measure K funding. • Continued to assess and maintain 110 center lane miles of City streets. • Implement the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (BPMP) as part of on-going Capital Improvement Projects
• Complete a Traffic Mitigation Fee study consistent with the General Plan GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #3: Implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that meets the City's needs B. Create a long-term plan that prioritizes capital projects and identifies funding adequate to meet capital needs.

Key Accomplishments:
• Continue to identify existing conditions of street resurfacing needs and prioritize future projects
• Continue to identify existing conditions of storm drain facilities and prioritize future projects • Implementing the Safe Streets for All Traffic Study (SS4A) to identify and prioritize future traffic projects
GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #3: Implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that meets the City's needs C. Maintain arterial and collector roads with a citywide average Pavement Condition Index (PCI) of 70 or better and residential roads with a citywide average PCI of 60 or better.

Key Accomplishments:
• Partnered with the MTC and completed the P-Tap 23 Street Survey on all arterial, collector and residential streets.
• Completed the FY2025 Street Resurfacing Project providing a resurfacing treatment on 51 residential streets and two collector streets
• Completed the CCB Improvement Project
• Completed the resurfacing of Crescent Drive
AL 3, OBJECTIVE #3: Implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that meets the City's needs
D. Communicate the impact of Measure K in improving the condition of the City's capital assets,
including through a Measure K project information website containing a map of Measure K-funded projects.

Key Accomplishments:

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GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #3: Implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that meets the City's needs E. Continue to aggressively pursue grants and other outside funding sources for capital projects.

Key Accomplishments:
• Received a $300,000 federal Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant. • Received $125,000 Transportation Development Act (TDA3) funds for the Crosswalk Improvement Project (Flashing Beacons)
• Received $38,000 in MTC grant funds for Citywide pavement condition survey • Pursuing Transportation Development Act (TDA3) funds for the Taylor Boulevard Sidewalk Installation Project
• Collaborating with CCTA Measure J for Monument Blvd Complete Streets Corridor • Pursued STIP grant funds for Taylor Boulevard (City Limits to Morello Avenue) GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #3: Implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that meets the City's needs
F. Use innovative technologies to minimize costs.

Key Accomplishments:
• Utilized 39,500 square yards of recycled asphalt (full depth reclamation) as part of the 2025 Street Resurfacing Project
• Replaced potable water irrigation lines with recycled water lines as part of the CCB Improvement Project to reduce landscaping irrigation costs • Installed a rain gauge to measure water needs to reduce irrigation costs as part of the CCB Improvement Project
GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #3: Implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that meets the City's needs
G. Focus projects on priority areas, such as implementing Complete Streets and costeffective projects to reduce localized flooding.

Key Accomplishments:
• Completed the 2024 Storm Drain Maintenance project and other storm drain improvements within the City.
• Completed the Contra Costa Boulevard Improvement project • Completed the design of the 2025 Storm Drain Improvement Project (Shelly Drive and Ruth Drive)
• Pursuing additional grant opportunities for additional complete streets project GOAL 3, OBJECTIVE #3: Implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that meets the City's needs
H. Complete the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.

Key Accomplishments:
• Completed Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (BPMP), which City Council adopted at its regular meeting on
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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 25 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 22 GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #1: Provide and promote community events A. Continue to organize community and cultural events that enhance the quality of life in Pleasant Hill, such as Off the Grid, Community Service Day, Light up the Night, and the Sunset by the Lake Summer Concert Series.

Key Accomplishments:
• Assisted in the implementation of two seasons (from April 2024 to October 2025 and April 2025 to October 2025) of the weekly Off-the-Grid food truck event at City Hall. and Light Up the Night event downtown, to connect residents and visitors to our Downtown shopping district. There were 30 events held for 2024 with an attendance of 23,000 visitors; 9 – 10 food trucks operated in 2024 generating 9,300 transactions; 28 events held for 2025 with an attendance of 23,250 visitors; 9 - 10 food trucks operated in 2025 generating 19,377 transactions.
• Night Market program launched along Golf Club Road with 13 Night Market events held on Friday nights attracting 800 – 1,000 attendees per event. Each market hosted 40-50 vendors with four vendors from Pleasant Hill.
• Sunset by the Lake Summer Concerts continued to expand, offering more Family Fun Zone activity areas to attract young families. In 2024, there were three concerts offering the fun zones; in 2025, the offering expanded to five, and in 2026 there will be six concerts featuring the fun zone activity area. Additionally, during the 2025 25th Anniversary Year, extra activities and swag were provided to attendees to help celebrate this long running City program. • The Pleasant Hill Police Department held its annual National Night Out event at City Hall. PHPD provided several activities, a drone demonstration, and more. Contra Costa Fire Protection District gave tours of one of its ladder trucks; there was a CPR demonstration and food provided by the Lion’s Club.
• The Civic Action Commission brought in 19 projects with over 200 volunteers for this year’s Community Service Day. The CAC continued the expansion of partnering with The Food Bank of Contra Costa / Solano and Contra Costa Transportation Authority to hold a food drive featuring both a Fill-the –Bus event at Oak Hill Park, and a Stuff-the-Cruiser event with Pleasant HIll Police Department at Grocery Outlet.
• Collaborating with Temple Isaiah in Lafayette, the City held a Menorah Lighting celebration in 2024 and 2025. Over 150 people attended each event, which featured singing, the lighting of the Menorah, and activities for children.
• In partnership with Off-the-Grid, the City held its first Earth Day event (more details in Goal 4 Objective 3)
• In November 2025, the CAC announced the first Holiday Glow Decorating competition; 18 households throughout Pleasant Hill registered their decorations, which were displayed on the City’s website, social media, and in the Update. The winner was declared by the commission, and the Tijero family was honored at the January 12, 2026 City Council Meeting. • With the partnership of the Downtown Merchants and the collaboration of several city commissions, along with service organizations like the Lions Club, Rotary Club, Visit Pleasant Hill, Pleasant Hill Parks and Rec, and the Chamber of Commerce, the City held its biggest Light Up the Night yet in 2025. An estimated 4,000 people attended the event, which featured GOAL #4: A CITY THAT PROVIDES A HIGH QUALITY OF LIFE AND A

SMALL-TOWN ATMOSTPHERE FOR ITS RESIDENTS
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GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #1: Provide and promote community events B. Sponsor, support, and promote diverse community and cultural events taking place in the City, organized by other public and private organizations.

Key Accomplishments:
• With the support of the Diversity Commission, the City hosted its third annual Juneteenth celebration bringing together the community to celebrate the end of slavery with food, music and other live performances. Partnering with Off-the-Grid Food Trucks and Catering, public attendance and event sponsorship continues to increase. • Sponsored the annual events put on by the 4th of July Commission. In addition to monetary sponsorship, the City provided in-kind donations for the parade, fun run, party in the park and fireworks show.
• In partnership with the Diversity Commission, Off-the-Grid, and nearly a dozen community organizations, the City hosted an inaugural Pride Celebration, welcoming families and visitors from across the county to honor and support members of the LGBTQIA Community. • 21 proclamations and 8 Outlook Newsletter articles were issued by the City, in partnership with the Diversity Commission, covering topics that recognize and honor race, religion, gender, and an array of identities.
• The City sponsored and tabled at the Recreation and Park District’s first World Fusion Festival. • The City tabled at the Diablo Valley College Lunar New Year Festival in 2025 and again in 2026. • Members of the CAC participated in the annual Trunk or Treat Halloween event held at Oak Hill Park.
• The City sponsored and tabled at the Chamber of Commerce’s annual Art, Wine, & Music festival. Staff and commission members tabled over the two-day event, giving away thousands of Pleasant Hill shopping bags, and providing information on city programs and events.

GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #1: Provide and promote community events C. Provide opportunities for children to interact with the City of Pleasant Hill through activities such as Mock City Council Meetings, Mayor for the Day, and the annual Holiday Tree Trimming and Caroling at City Hall.

Key Accomplishments:
• The City welcomed students from four MDUSD schools to take part in a City Council meeting as Mayor for a Day. The students and their families were treated to their names published on a slide on the City’s LED board, a tour of City Hall, and the student sat up on the dais with the City Council during the meeting.
• Students from Valhalla Elementary School visited City Hall in 2025 and were hosted by Mayor Noack. The students toured City Hall, Mayor Noack explained to them how local government works, and why it is necessary, and then the children went to the City Council Chambers for a mock City Council meeting. There were 100 students involved in the event. • In December 2025, students from Sequoia Elementary School visited City Hall. They were hosted by Mayor Shess and Vice Mayor Obolenskiy. The students decorated the City’s Christmas Tree and then performed Christmas carols for City staff and parents. • Girl Scouts from Troop 30155 visited City Hall as part of their civics study. They met with Item 4.1
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• Partnered with Bike PHE and 511 Contra Costa to participate in the 2nd annual Bike Family Fest, where the Transportation Safety Commission and Pleasant Hill Police Department tabled with information on E-bike safety.

GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #1: Provide and promote community events D. Provide opportunities for community members to become more familiar with the City organization and its policies and procedures, including through a Local Government Academy program.

Key Accomplishments:
• Following the success of the first year, the Local Government Academy returned in May of 2025, with 20 residents enrolling for the six-week-long class that explored various elements of local government. The City’s management team spoke to the group each week and highlighting how all the pieces of city government work together. The 2025 LGA class also featured a role for Pleasant Hill Rec & Park staff to participate and explain their role in the city. • To better inform residents about local government, programs and projects are highlighted in the Outlook newsletter.

GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #1: Provide and promote community events E. Perform a communication audit to assess current practices and improve outreach methods to promote community events and activities.

Key Accomplishments:
• In 2025, the city continued to disseminate information via social media (X, Facebook, Instagram, and Nextdoor), print media (the Outlook), and the city’s website. Examining post engagement through the year showed the greatest level of engagement on the Pleasant Hill Police Department Facebook page, followed by the City’s Facebook page. Of the other social channels, Instagram is the next highest, with X and Nextdoor seeing little engagement. Based on suggestions to staff, the city will continue to look at ways to increase engagement through greater use of video, linktrees, and a higher concentration of posts per event/program.

GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster collaborations with other community partners A. Cultivate cooperation and communication with the Mount Diablo Unified School District and higher education institutions, including Diablo Valley College, to promote quality education and programs that enrich the quality of life in Pleasant Hill.

Key Accomplishments:
• To address a critical need for skilled professionals, the Building Division collaborated with Diablo Valley College to host the annual Virtual Career Event. This initiative builds a vital local talent pipeline by inspiring the next generation to pursue essential public service careers in community safety and development.
• Building Division has also promoted skilled trades education by featuring a student-built scale model from DVC's Construction Technology program in the permit center lobby. This educational exhibit repurposes space previously required for paper plans, highlighting the success of the division's transition away from paper to a more efficient, fully electronic Item 4.1
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• The Education Commission, partnering with MDUSD continued to provide information on school programs, activities and accomplishments to be included in the bi-weekly Update, the e-news blast that goes out to 1,400 subscribers each two weeks.

GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster collaborations with other community partners B. Collaborate with regional government agencies, such as the Fire District and County, to support programs that enrich the quality of life for Pleasant Hill residents.

Key Accomplishments:
• Completed the 5-Year Hazard Mitigation Plan in collaboration with Contra Costa County • Partnering with Contra Costa County on the Pedestrian Crosswalk Improvement Project (Flashing Beacons)
GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster collaborations with other community partners C. Collaborate with the Pleasant Hill Library to support programs that enrich the quality of life for Pleasant Hill residents.

Key Accomplishments:
• City support of the “Monday Hours” enabling the Library to stay open past regular hours • The city often shares and reposts on library programs in order to help bolster attendance. • Library programs are featured in every issue of the Outlook and will often be added to the BiWeekly Update. • The Pleasant Hill Library Manager presents twice annually to the City Council to provide an annual update report and to share information and resources during National Library Week. • The City partnered with the Library and utilized the facility to host the 2025 Mayors Conference
• The Library is showcased annually during the Local Government Academy, in partnership with the City
GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #2: Foster collaborations with other community partners D. Collaborate with the Recreation and Park District on areas of particular interest to the City, such as the District's master plan and proposed new park adjacent to the new library.

Key Accomplishments:
• Collaborating with the Recreation & Park District on the purchasing and installation of a new emergency generator to support the Public Services Center and the Recreation and Park District’s Community Center as part of the EOC.
• Collaborating with the Recreation & Park District on meeting the City’s SB 1383 composting requirements by utilizing compost and/or mulch at Recreation & Park facilities. • Collaborating with the Recreation and Park District on resurfacing Hawthorne Drive as part of the 2025 Street Resurfacing Project
• Collaborating with the Recreation and Park District on painting red curb at their various facilities as part of the 2025 Street Resurfacing Project • Each year the City works with Recreation & Park District to provide cleanup and repair projects for volunteers to undertake as part of the annual Community Service Day.

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Key Accomplishments:
• Enlisted the help of the Lions Club to provide breakfast for 120 volunteers during Community Service Day. The Lions also table each year and provide an activity during Light Up the Night, as well as providing food for the annual National Night Out event. • Partnered with the Rotary Club for activities during Light Up the Night. Rotary Club also sponsored the Summer Concert Series.
• Worked with Downtown Pleasant Hill Shopping Center property management (Vestar) to host Light Up the Night. The event was a strong partnership that provided a wide variety of activities for families. Over 4,000 people attended in 2025 – a particularly good year for the event.

GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #3: Promote a sustainable and environmentally friendly community A. Continue and look for opportunities to expand good environmental practices and policies in the City.

Key Accomplishments:
• Drafting of the City’s first Climate Action Plan began in 2025, with an expected completion by Spring 2026. This plan presents strategies, programs and action steps, providing a comprehensive roadmap for implementation to address reducing GHG emissions, enhancing climate resilience, and promoting sustainable development across sectors, in alignment with state goals.
• Partner with Sustainable Contra Costa to educate the community on issues of environmental safety. The City donates to the organization and promotes its Sustainability Challenge to encourage community involvement in safer eco-practices. • Partnered with Friends of the Creek to hold a cleanup of Walnut Creek during the 2025 Community Service Day.
• Promoted the Watershed Project’s October cleanup of Grayson Creek on social media and in the Update.
• Share information from the Contra Costa Water District, Republic Services, and other agencies in the Outlook and on social media highlighting conservation-related issues like water usage, proper waste disposal, energy conservation.
• In partnership with Republic Services, the Civic Action Commission has begun using organic waste bins in addition to traditional waste bins and recycling bins at City events.

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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 30 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 27 GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #3: Promote a sustainable and environmentally friendly community B. Continue community education and outreach focused on good environmental practices.

Key Accomplishments:
• As part of the City Climate Action Plan, the City carried out a structured stakeholder engagement process from January to September 2025. The effort aimed to understand community needs, identify implementation barriers, and gather input to shape strategies. In total, 14 focus groups, attended an Off-the-Grid Earth Day event, and held four targeted workshops at which attendance included community organizations, local businesses, and regional partners. The City also sent out an online survey at the outset of the planning process and received extensive responses from the public.
• In 2025, the City held its first Earth Day event. In partnership with Off-the-Grid, the City had 17 vendors set up around the lake with activities, crafts, and information. Booths varied from a demonstration on electricity by PG&E, interactive displays with the East Bay Regional Park District, an info booth on gardening and native plants, and an active beehive display.

GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #3: Promote a sustainable and environmentally friendly community C. Continue to promote alternative transportation options, such as electric vehicle usage and charging stations, walking, biking, buses, BART, and carpooling.

Key Accomplishments:
• To accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in Pleasant Hill, the Building Division implemented a streamlined permitting process for EV Charging Stations. This initiative includes a dedicated online resource hub offering clear guides, checklists, and an expedited application pathway that enables permit issuance in just one to five days for both residential and commercial installations, removing significant barriers for residents and businesses. • Completed the 2025 Street Resurfacing Project that included implementation of bicycle and pedestrian facilities on Camelback Road, Ellinwood Drive, and neighborhood streets, consistent with the BPMP.
• Completed the Contra Costa Boulevard Improvement project, which improved the pedestrian and bicycle connections to Gregory Gardens Elementary, Pleasant Hill Middle School, College Park High School, the YMCA, the Community Center and the Police Department. • Implementing the Bicycle and Pedestrian improvements Citywide consistent with the BPMP, adopted by City Council on March 18, 2024
• The Senior Van Service has continued to provide public transportation for Pleasant Hill’s senior community for over a decade, covering an average of 2,000 rides per year, since the 2024 biennial update.

GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #3: Promote a sustainable and environmentally friendly community D. Monitor and pursue state and federal grant funding opportunities that promote local programs and/or regional collaboration dedicated to sustainable practices and procedures.

Key Accomplishments:
• Received $75,000 in State funded SB1383 grant funding to provide services that reduce methane emissions by cutting organic waste in landfills, and recovering edible food for human consumption.

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City Council Meeting Agenda - Page 31 of 35 - Monday, February 09, 2026 28 GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #4: Support and explore opportunities to expand cultural, historical, artistic, and leisure activities and facilities.

A. Collaborate with other Pleasant Hill organizations to display and publicize public art, including at City Hall, the Nelis Nook in the Pleasant Hill Library, as well as in new projects and City facilities.

Key Accomplishments:
• The City’s Education Commission partnered with schools in the Mt Diablo Unified School District to have student art featured in the glass display cases at City Hall. During 2025, three schools had displays. In 2026, the commission is working to have three schools display and leave the cases available for three months for a potential display by the Las Juntas / East Bay Artists Guild. City staff is currently researching best practices for a city-wide public art policy. • Following an earlier discussion regarding having banners on city streetlamps, staff purchased 30+ banners advertising the 25th anniversary season of the Sunset by the Lake Summer Concert series. Later in 2025, banners were purchased to go on the streetlamps along Crescent Dr for saluting the community’s veterans for Veterans Day. The banners will be reinstalled for Memorial Day in May.

GOAL 4, OBJECTIVE #4: Support and explore opportunities to expand cultural, historical, artistic, and leisure activities and facilities.

B. Create a mechanism for recognizing significant cultural milestones and memorializing the contributions of various groups to the City’s history, such as the Chamber of Commerce.

Key Accomplishments:
• In partnership with the Diversity Commission, an Outlook Newsletter article series began in 2026, through which the public may nominate member(s) of the community to be spotlighted for their cultural, creative, or compassionate service in Pleasant Hill. • The Civic Action Commission displayed a Community Service Day timeline to commemorate the 20 years of community service projects and participation.

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SERVICES
GOAL 5, OBJECTIVE #1: Establish programs and provide resources to enable quality public service
A. Support quality public service by providing City staff with appropriate training and educational opportunities.

Key Accomplishments:
• To ensure the highest level of expertise and public safety, the Building Division implemented a comprehensive training program focused on the significant updates in the 2025 California Code Cycle. This proactive education ensures all plan reviewers and inspectors are equipped to provide accurate and efficient service from the moment the new codes took effect January 1, 2026.
• Each year the City provides various development training opportunities for all levels of staff.

For example, two employees graduated from the Contra Costa Leadership Academy in 2025 and many more attended professional development courses through the LCW consortium. • The City provides ongoing state and federally mandated safety, manager/supervisor, and new employee training to ensure compliance and, therefore, eligibility for ERMA & CARMA insurance coverage. The City maintains a compliance rate of 95+%. • In an effort to retain employees and foster a health workplace the City provides optional training each year in the areas of financial and physical well-being through online webinars and in-person resource classes. People, Resources and Culture was added this year to the training curriculum to enhance the offerings.

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B. Create opportunities for teamwork that crosses departmental lines.

Key Accomplishments:
• Implemented Neogov, a Human Resource Information System (HRIS) to improve efficiency in hiring and staff onboarding/offboarding. The system also integrates with payroll to bridge the gap between HR and Finance.
• Employees, with representatives from every department, worked together to develop and implement the California-mandated Workplace Violence Prevention Plan and now meet quarterly to review any reportable incidents.
• HR worked with hiring managers from the police department, public works, planning and the CMO to hire 16 new employees and promote six additional employees in 2025. • A cross departmental committee, including HR, CMO and PD, worked together to execute recommendations that arose from an employee survey conducted in 2024. Including but not limited to: implementing HR office hours at PD, performance review process update, and an emphasis on top-down transparency (i.e. semi-annual All Hands meetings and all employee communications)
• Through the City’s Wellness program employees have opportunities to engage across departmental lines with activities like fitness classes, “Walk-n-Lunch,” the annual walking challenge, and art related events.

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C. Ensure that the City has a high level of transparency by providing training and communications for City staff, Commissioners, and City Council, with regard to the Brown Act, Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, and any additional related state or federal laws.

Key Accomplishments:
• In 2025, Councilmembers were provided the opportunity to participate in a seven-week onboarding series, with sessions that covered the Brown Act, Public Records Act, and the Political Reform Act.
• Three Councilmembers attended the 2025 CalCities Planning Commissioner’s Academy, and two attended CalCities New Councilmembers and Mayors conference; three attended the latter training in 2026
• All City Councilmembers, Commissioners, and staff managers complete the AB 1234 Ethics online training, which includes two hours of policy information relevant to their position.

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D. Review and consider changes to the City’s current onboarding practices for Councilmembers and Commissioners.

Key Accomplishments:
• All incoming Planning Commissioners attend training facilitated by the City Planner and City Attorney to cover policy, including applicable state and federal laws. • An onboarding meeting covering the municipal code and Brown Act regulations is now offered to all new Commissioners.
• In accordance with new SB 707 laws, all Councilmembers and Commissioners will be provided with an updated copy of the Brown Act in 2026.

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E. Find ways to assess customer satisfaction with City government and City services and periodically provide updates to the City Council.

Key Accomplishments:
• Participants of the Local Government Academy (LGA) are surveyed annually regarding comprehension of City structure and their satisfaction of the services offered through the program.
• The Civic Action Commission conducts a survey at the end of every summer concert series to identify which acts/activities were most appreciated. They have also published surveys to the community requesting input regarding additional events of interest for Pleasant Hill. • At the Mayor's suggestion, the Civic Action Commission intends to conduct a survey to track how the community receives information, and how best the city can communicate with them. • The Commission on Aging completed a Community Interest Survey in 2023 and has offered programs, based on feedback, over the past two years. Data related to the community response, programs offered, and public attendance was provided in the March 2025 Commission on Aging Annual Report to the City Council.

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F. Use social media to promote and advertise City accomplishments.

Key Accomplishments:
• SS4A Survey & Safety Map has been advertised on multiple social media platforms, allowing residents to provide feedback in real time.
• The City’s first Climate Action Plan survey was also featured prominently on the City’s website and was promoted through online and print media, which generated more responses from the community.
• Social media posts in 2024 and 2025 featured award-winning projects, including an AIA award for the Library, an ITE award the CCB Improvement project, and Choice in Aging’s East Bay Innovation Award in 2026.
• City social media highlighted PHPD’s recovery of a significant sum of money that had been stolen from an elderly Pleasant Hill resident through an online scam • The PHPD highlighted theft suppression and DUI enforcement efforts in 2024 and 2025 through online messaging on the department’s Facebook page
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G. Continue to look for opportunities to use technological advances to increase transparency and effectiveness and streamline services.

Key Accomplishments:
• Increased Transparency with Digital Archives: Systematically converted legacy paper records into digital format, making thousands of historical documents instantly accessible to the public and staff through the Pleasant Hill Online portal, which reduces the need for public records requests and empowers users with on-demand information. • Modernized the Plan Review Process: Initiated a major enhancement of the PHill Online Permit Portal aimed at delivering a best-in-class customer service experience. Development is underway for a 2026 launch of a new plan review workflow within our existing Permit Portal that will:
o Provide applicants with clearer, real-time status updates. o Improve direct communication between customers and review staff. o Simplify the process for submitting revisions, reducing permit issuance timelines. • Refreshed the City’s Public Records Portal to make it more intuitive and aesthetically pleasing. • Adopted Permitium to streamline concealed carry permit processing. • Located and recorded the City’s stormwater drains on the City’s Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Installed a new wireless network at the PSC and City Hall. As part of the project, the City Hall wireless network was also extended to cover the entire grass area up to Trelany.

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