A new housing production dashboard is in the works for Salinas, aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in housing development. During the Housing and Land Use Committee meeting on September 30, 2025, officials provided an update on this innovative tool, which is designed to centralize key data on housing projects, including status, unit counts, affordability levels, and geographic distribution.

While a prototype was not available for demonstration, the dashboard is intended to be a user-friendly platform that allows city staff, leadership, and stakeholders to monitor housing progress and identify trends. Key features under development include interactive data filters, automated data pulls from existing systems, and visual summaries of housing production trends. The goal is to create a reliable source of information that supports informed decision-making and accountability.

Committee members expressed their support for the initiative, with Council Member Salazar highlighting the importance of tracking project timelines to address public concerns about permitting delays. The team behind the dashboard emphasized their commitment to quality assurance, ensuring that the data is accurate and sourced from verified internal systems.

As the project moves forward, there will be opportunities for community engagement and feedback once the dashboard is publicly accessible. The team plans to incorporate user experience considerations to ensure that the tool is understandable and useful for all residents, not just those familiar with housing processes.

This dashboard represents a significant step toward improving housing oversight in Salinas, with the potential to empower both city officials and the community in advancing housing goals.