Exhibit A
Exhibit A – Table of Goals and Objectives for FY 2026-28
GOAL OBJECTIVE DESCRIPTION
Administration
Fiscal management –
Ensure responsible fiscal
and budgeting practices.
1. Balanced budgets.
2. Economic growth.
3. Healthy reserves.
1. Maintain budgets where
ongoing revenues match
ongoing expenditures.
2. Create employment
opportunities.
3. Keep reserves to cushion
against economic
downturns and unexpected
costs.
Optimize service delivery. 1. Improved service quality.
2. Increased efficiency.
3. Reduced response times.
1. Establish regular training
sessions for staff to ensure
they are equipped with the
skills and knowledge to
deliver exceptional
service.
2. Utilize technology to
automate routine tasks.
3. Streamline
communication and
processes to ensure that
customer inquiries are
addressed within 24 hours.
Monitor average response
times and aim to reduce
by 20% over the next year.
Safety
Public Safety – Provide
resources to ensure effective
law enforcement and fire
protection.
1. Community engagement.
2. Provision of appropriate
equipment.
3. Promotion of readiness
and preparedness.
1. Build strong relationships
between police, fire and
the community.
2. Invest in state-of-the-art
equipment and programs.
3. Develop and practice
emergency response
plans.
Code Compliance – Ensure
safety and quality.
1. Ensure safety and health
standards
2. Engagement and
education.
1. Adhere to building codes,
safety standards, to
minimize the risks of
accidents, injuries and fire
hazards.
2. Maintain open line of
communication with
stakeholders educating
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them on the importance of
code compliance.
The Built Environment
Well-maintained
infrastructure including
facilities, streets, parks, and
utilities.
1. Continued investment in
sound infrastructure.
1. Invest in maintenance of
facilities, streets, parks
and utilities.
Recreation and Parks –
Create inclusive, engaging,
and supportive recreation
and parks spaces for seniors
and youth.
1. Promotion of physical
activity.
2. Improved mental well-
being.
1. Encourage physical
activity among seniors
and youth through diverse
recreational facilities,
including walking trails,
fitness equipment and
sports fields.
2. Provide calming
environments to enhance
mental well-being,
including spaces for
relaxation, quiet areas to
promote reduction of
stress.
Quality of Life
Recreation and Parks –
Provide for seniors and
youth inclusive, engaging,
and supportive recreational
programs.
1. Diverse recreational
programs.
1. Develop a range of
programs tailored to the
interests of seniors and
youth.
Housing – Affordable
housing, including single-
family homes.
1. Single-family homes
accessible to a broader
range of income levels.
2. Availability of affordable
housing.
3. Community stability.
1. Reduce barriers to
homeownership, such as
downpayment assistance
programs, and education
on the homebuying
process.
2. Ensure a sufficient supply
of affordable housing
units for low to moderate
income families.
3. Create stable
neighborhoods by
enhancing housing options
and generating positive
impacts through
homeownership.
Homelessness – Improved
partnerships with local
service providers, focused
1. Increased access to
affordable housing.
1. Expand the availability of
affordable housing units.
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on prevention and tailored
solutions to local needs.
2. Enhanced support
services.
3. Community
collaboration.
2. Work with non-profits,
Santa Barbara County, and
other service providers to
improve access to mental
health and substance use
treatment centers.
3. Engage governments,
non-profits and
community organizations
in coordinated efforts.
Economic Development
Economic Development –
An environment where
local businesses can thrive
while drawing in new
investments.
1. Job creation.
2. Workforce development.
3. Business growth.
4. Investment attraction.
1. Increase the number of
quality jobs available to
residents.
2. Enhance skills and
training programs with
local colleges and trade
schools to prepare the
workforce for current and
future job markets.
3. Support local businesses
through incentive,
resources and programs to
encourage expansion.
4. Create favorable business
climate and programs to
attract new businesses.