Reports from City Personnel

Mayor/Council/Staff Questionnaire Responses II. Issues and Concerns A. Infrastructure & Transportation • Parking challenges during tournaments at City Park • Traffic and pedestrian safety along Highway 6 (especially near schools) and overall walkability • General future infrastructure needs (streets like RFR south of RR tracks, South Park Road) • Traffic signals at Deerview and Highway 6 • Maintaining current city infrastructure B. Accessibility & Inclusivity • Compliance with ADA and WCAG 2.1 standards • Inclusive policies and multilingual documents for city departments C. Financial & Resource Planning • Future financial planning for major infrastructure projects • Ability to finance necessary upgrades (Water Plant, WWTP, Well #6) • General increase in water budget for plant operations • Need for additional personnel city-wide • Planning for additional land for future City Hall D. Public Safety & Services • Future of law enforcement contract with JCSD • Fire Department culture, organization, and facility needs E. Community Engagement & Education • Public education on water plant upgrades (softener adjustments/removal) • Clear objectives and goals for each city department with deadlines and Council follow-up F. Policy & Administration • Onboarding, performance reviews, staff development tools • Review of animal licensing and registration fees • Review of municipal infractions enforcement mechanisms • Current garbage and recycling contract G. External Factors & Technology • State legislative changes (property tax/TIF/LOST reform) • Keeping current with technology