On September 26, 2006 City Councilmembers attended a Goal Setting Workshop for the purpose of:

        1. Identifying and prioritizing City Council Goals and Objectives for 2006. During the workshop 10  goals and Objectives were approved or reaffirmed.

        2.  Presenting a comprehensive Citywide Goals and Objectives Status Report that includes a one-year summary report through June 30, 2006. The document is to provide an update on all current projects and goals.

On January 30, 2007, City Council conducted a Goal Setting Workshop to reaffirm the City's Mission Statement, Customer Service Philosophy, and Goals and Objectives. Additionally, City Council reviewed and revised their 2007 Top Priorities.

Provided for citizen information are the following:

• City Mission Statement

• Customer Service Philosophy

• City Council Goals for 2007 (slightly revised from 2006)

• Citywide Goals and Objectives Status Report (in sections listed below, Adobe Acrobat pdf files)
       -- Tables of Contents, Introduction, Organization Chart,  Mission Statement, 
   Customer Service Philosophy, Goals
      --  Goal A - Provide Open and Responsible Municipal Government
      --  Goal B - Operate Government in a Fiscally and Managerially Responsible Manner
      --  Goal C - Maintain Strong Commitment to Public Safety
                                  (Police, Fire, EMS, & Emergency Services)
      --  Goal D - Complete Ring of Open Space Around the City
      --  Goal E - Provide and Enhance Public Infrastructure and Adhere to General Plan Goals
   and Policies
      --  Goal F - Continue Commitment to Cultural Programs and Services
      --  Goal G - Participate in Parks, Recreation, Education, and Leisure Programs and Services
      --  Goal H - Maintain Strong Local Employment Base
      --  Goal I - Implement Quality Redevelopment Projects; Develop Viable "Downtown;"
   Produce Affordable Housing
      --  Goal J - Promote "Succession Planning" and Diversify City Workforce

• City Council 2007 Top Priorities

• Community Budget Task Force Recommendations

• Minimum Community Standards

 For more information contact the City Manager's Office, 805-449-2121.