COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Chuen Wu, Assistant City Manager
DATE: May 5, 2026
SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Approving City Council Goals and Objectives for Fiscal Years 2026-28
Description:
The City Council will consider adopting a Resolution approving Goals and Objectives for Fiscal Years 2026-28 from the February 28, 2026, City Council Goal Setting Workshop.
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a Resolution approving City Council Goals and Objectives for Fiscal Years 2026-
28. BACKGROUND:
The City Council considers and approves goals and objectives to provide direction on priorities and alignment of goals with the City’s biennial budget. The City engaged the services of Patrick Ibarra of The Mejorando Group in developing the Goals and Objectives included in this report
DISCUSSION:
On February 28, 2026, Mr. Ibarra facilitated a day -long City Council Goal Setting Workshop to discuss roles and expectations, effective governance, recent accomplishments, community and g lobal trends, culminating in conversations on future vision and strategic priority areas.
Based on input from City Council members, the following goals were identified:
Fiscal management – ensure responsible fiscal and budgeting practices. Optimize service delivery.
Public safety – provide resources to ensure effective law enforcement and fire protection.
Code compliance – ensure safety and quality.
Well-maintained infrastructure including facilities, streets, parks, and utilities. 2 Recreation and parks – create inclusive, engaging, and supportive recreation and park spaces for seniors and youth.
Recreation and parks – provide for seniors and youth inclusive, engaging, and supportive recreational programs.
Housing – affordable housing, including single-family homes. Homelessness – improved partnerships with local service providers, focused on prevention and tailored solutions to local needs.
Economic development – an environment where local businesses can thrive while drawing in new investments.
These goals cover administration, safety, the built environment, quality of life, and economic development, reflecting what is most important and pressing for our decisionmakers, as they consider community issues and concerns. The full table of Goals and Objectives, including descriptions, is included as an attachment to this report.
ATTACHMENT(S)
A. Resolution
Exhibit A - Table of Goals and Objectives for FY 2026-28