PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE and MOMENT OF SILENCE
ROLL CALL
SPECIAL SET MATTER
ADJOURNMENT
AGENDA
Special Study Session of the
Scotts Valley City Council
Date: March 12, 2026, 9:00 AM
March 13, 2026, 9:00 AM
CONTACT
INFORMATION
MEETING LOCATION POSTING
City of Scotts Valley
1 Civic Center Drive
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 440-5600
Scotts Valley Water District
Santa Margarita Community Room
2 Civic Center Drive
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Agenda posted on 3-6-
2026 at City Hall, SV
Senior Center, SV Public
Works Building, and on the
Internet
at: www.scottsvalley.gov
ELECTED OFFICIALS CITY STAFF MEMBERS
Derek Timm, Mayor
Donna Lind, Vice Mayor
Steve Clark, Council Member
Krista Jett, Council Member
Greg Wimp, Council Member
Mali LaGoe, City Manager
Kirsten Powell, City Attorney
Jayson Rutherford, Chief of Police
Taylor Bateman, Community Development
Director
Stephanie Hill, Administrative Services Director
Rodolfo Onchi, Public Works Director
Cathie Simonovich, City Clerk
CALL TO ORDER 9:00 AM
1. Study Session: Strategic Plan 2026
City Council Meeting Agenda
Date: March 12, 2026 and March 13, 2026
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AGENDA ITEM 1.
DATE: 3/12/2026
City of Scotts Valley
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: 3/12/2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Mali LaGoe, City Manager
APPROVED: Mali LaGoe, City Manager
SUBJECT: Study Session: Strategic Plan 2026
SUMMARY OF ISSUE
The Scotts Valley City Council and executive staff meet annually to review the City's current year strategic goals and discuss setting goals for the following fiscal year. In 2025, the Council decided to create five bi-annual goals, that would apply to Fiscal Years 25/26 and 26/27. The five goals are attached to the agenda.
This study session is intentionally scheduled before the City's new year budget is developed in order to provide staff the opportunity to build in funding to support the strategic goals, in the budget development process.
The study session will include presentations from each of the City's main departments: Public Works, Police, Finance, Community Development and Recreation, as well as discussions on important City Projects such as the Town Center and emerging issues that impacts the City.
Staff will take the City Council's input at the strategic planning workshop and bring back action items at regular City Council meetings that incorporate the Council's direction. The Council does not vote or take formal action at the study session.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item as no formal action is taken.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council receive updates and information provided and discuss/provide feedback to staff regarding the City's priorities and strategic goals for FY26/27.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Biannual 25-27 Strategic Goals
Adopted by the City Council on 2/19/2025 for Fiscal Years 25/26 and 26/27 Biannual 2025-27 Strategic Goals
1. Maximize citywide high performance through efficient use of resources, proactive revenue development, adaptability, and strategic thinking across all operational areas.
2. Promote safety across the City through improving road conditions including safe routes for cyclists and pedestrians, preparing for and preventing wildfire impacts, and continuing proactive, community-based policing.
3. Support a thriving city through economic development, diverse and affordable housing, recreation programs, (protecting and) promoting the City’s brand and supporting community building events.
4. Improve City facilities to meet the needs of a modern workforce and community services.
5. Invest in and continue planning the City’s Town Center.