Council narrows short‑term priorities; staff to post goals and return with status

City staff presented a consolidated goals and tactics spreadsheet showing each tactic, estimated costs and notes on items already appropriated in the budget. The document was posted as a draft on the city website for public view. Staff explained that some tactics are largely research items requiring existing staff time while others carry budget implications — notably a potential wildfire‑related item that could require up to $500,000 and might be pursued through federal earmarks.

The council conducted a timed exercise to identify the 5–6 tactics it most wants to complete in the near term. Members repeatedly selected items that overlapped—examples included a review of the sheriff’s contract (noted in the working document), an accelerated road paving schedule, a website update, and a fee schedule review. Staff said it will prepare a status update in April and revise the working agenda to show a tiered list of priority items and next steps.

Council members emphasized the document is a living working agenda: tactics not selected remain on the list and can be prioritized later. Staff advised the council to treat some tactics as research assignments that can be advanced quickly, while larger infrastructure or grant‑dependent items will require separate funding decisions.

Direction to staff included posting an updated draft online, clarifying the language on select tactics (for example, changing “extend bike path” to “research bike path extension”), and preparing a follow‑up status report. The council agreed the priorities will guide budget development for the coming fiscal year.