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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.4 Approval of City of Dublin’s Two-Year Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2022-23 and 2023-24STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL Page 1 of 3 Agenda Item 4.4 DATE:April 19, 2022 TO:Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM:Linda Smith, City Manager SUBJECT:Approval of City of Dublin’s Two-Year Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2022-23 and 2023-24Preparedby:John Stefanski,Assistant to the City Manager EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:The City Council will consider approval of the City’s Two-Year Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2022-23 and 2023-24. The Strategic Plan includes the City’s Mission, Vision, and Values as well as strategies and objectives which will guide the City’s work for the next two years. The City Council discussed proposed strategies and objectives at the February 5, 2022, Strategic Planning session. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:Adopt the Resolution Approving the Two-Year Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2022-23 and 2023-24. FINANCIAL IMPACT:The Proposed Budget for Fiscal Years 2022-23 and 2023-24 will include the allocation of resources to fund the activities identified in the Two-Year Strategic Plan. DESCRIPTION:The City of Dublin’s Two-Year Strategic Plan sets the overall direction for the City, guiding resources and setting specific objectives to drive City action. The Plan also includes the City’s Mission, Vision, and Values. There are no recommended changes to the Mission, Vision, and Values. The City Council discus sed proposed strategy areas and objectives at the Strategic Planning session of February 5, 2022. After refinements, the City Council generally agreed on the following Strategic Plan objectives: 63 Page 2 of 3 1. Downtown Dublin andEconomicDevelopmenta. Continue support of the Downtown Preferred Vision and Downtown Dublin Specific Plan including improving visual and environmental quality and evaluating specific business uses.b. Pursue mixed-use projects to create economic vitality.c. Grant conditional tax and/or development fee relief for new developments in the Downtown.d. Support local businesses and new business attraction (ensure revenue-generating industries).e. Continue the Fallon-East economic development strategy2. Housing Affordabilitya. Develop a Certified Housing Element that balances the location of housing options for all income types.b. Ensure the City’s inclusionary zoning regulations incentivize targeted housing production.c. Prepare a nexus study to evaluate the affordable housing commercial linkage fee and affordable housing in-lieu fee for for-sale and rental housing.d. Facilitate the production of affordable housing for lower income seniors, workforce, and special needs households.e. Review the housing market analysis and establish a strategy to meet the “middle market” demand, if needed, to ensure right mix.f. Review ownership programs for first-time buyers and explore alternative options.3. Infrastructure Maintenance andReinvestmenta. Use surplus and lump sum funding to increase the City’s internal service funds.b. Provide on-going condition assessments of aging city facilities and assets.c. Explore finance options for long-term pavement management needs.d. Explore use of funding mechanisms like community facilities districts for capital and on-going maintenance needs.e. Continue to implement measures identified in the Climate Action Plan.4. Organizational Healtha. Use existing reserves to address the unfunded Dougherty Regional Fire Authority pension liability.b. Complete an update to the Public Facility Fee Program.c. Make annual contributions to reserves for the early payoff of the energy efficiency bonds.d. Conduct a feasibility study into the fiber connectivity between City facilities.e. Complete an update to the User Fee Study.5. Safe and Accessible Communitya. Evaluate the feasibility and strategies for a community-wide fiber network.b. Continue to engage with the community using all appropriate methods to share and exchange information.c. Provide more opportunities for residents to complete transactions with the City online, with appropriate security measures. d. Ensure programs remain affordable and accessible to all members of the community, especially lower income families and seniors. 64 Page 3 of 3 e. Support existing and innovative public safety efforts, like the DPS Behavioral Health Unit.f. Support community awareness of protected and preserved open space in and around Dublin.Next StepsFollowing City Council Adoption, the Two-Year Strategic Plan will be incorporated in the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Years 2022-23 and 2023-24. STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:None. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:The City Council Agenda was posted. ATTACHMENTS:1) Resolution Approving the Two-Year Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2022-23 and 2023-242) Exhibit A to the Resolution – Two-Year Strategic Plan 65 Attachment 1 Reso. No. XX-22, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2022 Page 1 of 1 RESOLUTION NO. XX – 22 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN APPROVING THE TWO-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN FOR FISCAL YEARS 2022-23 AND 2023-24 WHEREAS,the Citty Council adopts a Strategic Plan every two years to set the overall direction for the City, guiding resources and setting specific objectives to drive City action; and WHEREAS,on February 5, 2022, the City Council held a Strategic Planning session to review, discuss, and identify additions or changes to the strategies and objectives in the City’s Strategic Plan; and WHEREAS,at the Strategic Planning session, the City Council identified the following strategy areas for Fiscal Years 2022-23 and 2023-24: (1) Downtown Dublin and Economic Development, (2) Housing Affordability, (3) Infrastructure Maintenance and Reinvestment, (4) Organizational Health, and (5) Safe and Accessible Community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby approve the Two-Year Strategic Plan as attached hereto as Exhibit A to this Resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the approved Two-Year Strategic Plan shall be incorporated in the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Years 2022-23 and 2023-24. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of April 2022, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ______________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _________________________________ City Clerk 66 Exhibit A to the Resolution Proposed City of Dublin Two-Year Strategic Plan Mission The City of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life, ensures a safe and secure environment, fosters new opportunities, provides equity across all programs, and champions a culture of diversity and inclusion. Vision Dublin is a great community to live, work, and raise a family. Dublin values: Safety - We are dedicated to excellent public safety resources, including police and fire. Finances - We will strive to be fiscally transparent and balance our budgets annually. Inclusivity - We will advocate for programs and policies that support inclusive access to housing and cultural opportunities. Diversity - We will support a wide range of programs and events that reflect and cater to the diversity of our residents. Equity - We will deliver our services in a way that ensures equitable access to all. Innovation - We will continue to innovate in every aspect of government and promote innovation within the business community. Customer Service - We will provide welcoming, excellent customer services to our residents and businesses at all times. Living an Active Lifestyle - We will continuously promote an active lifestyle through our parks and facilities and encourage participation in local sports. History - We will honor our history through places and programs that remind people of our beginnings. Business - We will provide a full spectrum of opportunity by supporting current and prospective businesses through ongoing economic development efforts and helping them grow and thrive locally. Environmental Sustainability - We will continue to lead in building a well- planned sustainable community and protecting our natural resources. Strategy Areas and Objectives 1. Downtown Dublin and Economic Development a. Continue support of the Downtown Preferred Vision and Downtown Dublin Specific Plan including improving visual and environmental quality and evaluating specific business uses. b. Pursue mixed-use projects to create economic vitality. c. Grant conditional tax and/or development fee relief for new developments in the Downtown. d. Support local businesses and new business attraction (ensure revenue- generating industries). Attachment 2 67 Exhibit A to the Resolution Proposed City of Dublin Two-Year Strategic Plan e. Continue the Fallon-East economic development strategy. 2. Housing Affordability a. Develop a Certified Housing Element that balances the location of housing options for all income types. b. Ensure the City’s inclusionary zoning regulations incentivize targeted housing production. c. Prepare a nexus study to evaluate the affordable housing commercial linkage fee and affordable housing in-lieu fee for for-sale and rental housing. d. Facilitate the production of affordable housing for lower income seniors, workforce, and special needs households. e. Review the housing market analysis and establish a strategy to meet the “middle market” demand, if needed, to ensure right mix. f. Review ownership programs for first-time buyers and explore alternative options. 3. Infrastructure Maintenance and Reinvestment a. Use surplus and lump sum funding to increase the City’s internal service funds. b. Provide on-going condition assessments of aging city facilities and assets. c. Explore finance options for long-term pavement management needs. d. Explore use of funding mechanisms like community facilities districts for capital and on-going maintenance needs. e. Continue to implement measures identified in the Climate Action Plan. 4. Organizational Health a. Use existing reserves to address the unfunded Dougherty Regional Fire Authority pension liability. b. Complete an update to the Public Facility Fee Program. c. Make annual contributions to reserves for the early payoff of the energy efficiency bonds. d. Conduct a feasibility study into the fiber connectivity between City facilities. e. Complete an update to the User Fee Study. 5. Safe and Accessible Community a. Evaluate the feasibility and strategies for a community-wide fiber network. b. Continue to engage with the community using all appropriate methods to share and exchange information. c. Provide more opportunities for residents to complete transactions with the City online, with appropriate security measures. d. Ensure programs remain affordable and accessible to all members of the community, especially lower income families and seniors. e. Support existing and innovative public safety efforts, like the DPS Behavioral Health Unit. f. Support community awareness of protected and preserved open space in and around Dublin. 68