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City Council Goals and Values
Each year the governing body sets broad goals to help guide City administration and departments as they plan for the upcoming budget year. The goals and objectives provide critical direction to staff regarding resource allocation for the budget and annual work plans.
Additional Information
The City Council adopted its goals for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 at the regular meeting on Monday, February 24, 2025. These goals stemmed from the Council's retreat on January 18, 2025, and a subsequent work session on January 27, 2025 and February 10, 2025. To review meeting agendas and media visit our Agenda and Minutes portal.
2025/2026 City Council Goals
Goal Objectives
- Initiate policy discussions on an urban reserve growth strategy.
- Update and adopt the Economic Opportunities Analysis and the Economic Development Strategic Plan.
- Update, adopt, and implement the Comprehensive Plan.
- Develop and publish an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) toolkit.
- Clarify strategic direction for downtown redevelopment and partnerships.
Goal Outcomes
- Proactive and strategic planning that meets community needs.
- Robust business community.
- Environmentally sustainable policies and programs.
Goal Objectives
- Adopt a 2040 Vision and Action Plan.
- Hold a work session to discuss DEI policies and programs.
- Evaluate funding options and implement the Urban Renewal Plan.
- Develop a community academy.
- Evaluate City Council accessibility and compensation options.
- Evaluate staff capacity in administration and parks maintenance.
- Create a parking demand management plan.
Goal Outcomes
- Community growth and enhancement that considers the needs of the diverse community.
Goal Objectives
- Complete alternatives analysis for a northern fire station and select a preferred alternative.
- Pass the Police Station Bond Measure.
- Implement public safety response times dashboard.
- Identify code updates to improve code enforcement services.
Goal Outcomes
- Plans that support consistent community safety services that align with projected City growth.
Goal Objectives
- Complete the Parks and Recreation Fee Study and develop a long-term funding structure for the "fun for all" fund.
- Complete the concept plan for an Eastside Park.
- Update the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan.
- Complete the concept plan for Kyle Park.
- Develop the Forest Grove Loop Trail Master Plan.
Goal Outcomes
- Increased quality of life for a happy and healthy community.
- Fiscal sustainability for maintenance and operations.
- Accessible recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities.
City Council Values
- Financial Stewardship- We will be responsible stewards of the City's financial resources.
- Community Engagement- We will invite members of the community in developing City policies and programs.
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion- We are committed to fair inclusion where diverse members of our community can participate and thrive.
- Strategic Planning- We are dedicated to proactive long-term planning that anticipates evolving political, economic, and environmental conditions.