CITY OF POMONA
COUNCIL REPORT
February 9, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Anita D. Scott, City Manager
Submitted By: Maritza Sosa-Nieves, Assistant to the City Manager SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES AND GOALS WORKSHOP
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
Discuss the City Council Priorities and Goals for Fiscal Year 2026-27 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The tentative priorities for FY 2026-27 are included in Attachment No. 1 for discussion. These, along with the goals, will be discussed for adoption at a future council meeting.
SB1439/GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLICABILITY:
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FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with the discussion of the Council priorities and goals. Any fiscal impact of the specific implementation of the priorities and goals will be addressed at the time the priorities and goals are adopted and ready for implementation.
PREVIOUS RELATED ACTION:
On July 1, 2019, the City Council discussed and approved priorities and goals for Fiscal Year 2019-20.
On June 21, 2021, the City Council reviewed and discussed the previously approved priorities and goals and re-approved them with changes for FY 2021-22.
Priorities and goals have been reviewed and discussed at the November 22, 2022, meeting and again at the October 9, 2023, council meeting.
DISCUSSION:
This goal-setting workshop is intended to establish clear Council priorities that will guide policy direction and decision-making over the next year. At a time when long-term fiscal stability and responsible stewardship of public resources are more critical than ever, clearly defined priorities provide an essential framework to keep the City focused, aligned, and disciplined in how it invests and allocates resources. Clear priorities also serve as a strategic blueprint for staff to implement Council direction by aligning daily operations, work plans, and budget decisions with Council-adopted goals.
This year’s workshop will be facilitated by the City Manager and City Attorney, both of whom have met individually with each Councilmember and the Mayor to discuss areas for improvement, district-specific priorities, and overarching goals for the organization. Input from the City’s executive staff was also incorporated to ensure alignment with operational considerations and long-term planning objectives.
Based on these discussions, five draft priority areas have been identified for Council consideration and refinement:
Strengthening Quality of Life and Community Safety;
Dedication to Infrastructure and Enhancement of Community Assets; Focus on Fiscal Sustainability and Economic Investment; Pursuit of Housing and Homelessness Solutions; and
Commitment to Excellence in Service Delivery.
The purpose of the workshop is to provide an opportunity for discussion, alignment, and refinement of these draft priorities and to establish clear, Council-driven direction that supports sound decision-making, promotes long-term budget stability, and ensures City resources are invested strategically and spent wisely.
Upon concurrence from the City Council on the priorities and goals identified through this workshop, staff will return to the Council with a proposed framework of key action items designed to support achievement of these goals over the next fiscal year. These action items will inform departmental work plans and be incorporated into the development and implementation of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget.
Prepared by:
Maritza Sosa-Nieves, Assistant to the City Manager
ATTACHMENT:
Attachment No. 1 – Council Priorities 2026-27
City Council Priorities and Goals Workshop