City Council Work Plan

The City’s Work Plan serves as a guiding framework for advancing the City Council’s priorities and coordinating projects, programs, and initiatives that enhance the quality of life for all residents. It connects the City’s broader goals with the work needed to achieve them, helping guide decisions, focus resources, and coordinate efforts across City departments. By addressing current community needs while planning for the future, the Work Plan supports the continued delivery of City services and improvements to the infrastructure and amenities that make Solana Beach a great place to live.

The priorities outlined in the Work Plan provide direction for the City Council and staff as they carry out ongoing responsibilities and advance key initiatives. This framework helps align individual projects with broader community goals and supports thoughtful consideration of where City time and resources can have the greatest benefit. Through these efforts, the City remains committed to responsive public service, responsible stewardship of public resources, and the health, safety, and well-being of the community.

The Work Plan also provides residents with a clearer understanding of the City’s priorities and the efforts underway to achieve them. Making this information available supports transparency and helps community members stay informed about the projects and initiatives shaping Solana Beach’s future. Together, these efforts support the City’s commitment to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and vibrant community for all residents.

2026-2027 Work Plan

Work Plan Priorities

1. Affordable Housing & Livable Communities

The City of Solana Beach is committed to addressing the critical need for affordable housing while maintaining its character as a coastal, residential community. The City will advocate for policies and funding that support affordable housing development, access to housing opportunities, and housing for vulnerable populations, such as seniors and low-income families.

2. Transportation & Mobility

The City of Solana Beach is committed to creating a comprehensive transportation network that supports safe, efficient, and sustainable mobility options. This includes reducing congestion, promoting alternative transportation, and ensuring access for all residents to community resources.

3. Environmental Sustainability

Solana Beach prioritizes the preservation and enhancement of its natural areas, including its beaches, adjacent lagoons, bluffs and hillsides. In 2024, the City updated its Climate Action Plan, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability by aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and identifying resiliency methods to mitigate the effects of climate change on our neighborhoods, coastal areas, and the broader region. Collaborating with regional boards and local stakeholder groups, the City has advanced efforts to provide more transparency and options for resilient energy and utility solutions, benefiting both residents and businesses within the City.

4. Community Well-Being

The City of Solana Beach is committed to fostering a community that supports the health and well-being of all residents. This includes providing services and opportunities for youth, seniors, and all members of the community to engage, thrive, and contribute to the social fabric of the City. By supporting legislation that limits youth access to new and harmful drugs, the City aims to reduce substance abuse, promote public health, and protect future generations. In addition, the City is committed to enacting policies and implementing programs that will help seniors “age in place”, knowing that most desire to stay in the community as they age. The City is also committed to continuing implementing programs and policies to further our “Welcoming Community” status that emphasizes kindness, inclusion and community engagement. The City will continue to advocate for policies that prioritize prevention, education, and collaboration with community stakeholders, recognizing that a strong, unified approach is key to combating this growing issue.

5. General Governance & Fiscal Responsibility

The City of Solana Beach strives for effective governance that encourages the community's longterm sustainability and growth, while being fiscally responsible and transparent. The City emphasizes the prudent management of public funds, the welfare of its staff, and the efficiency, adaptability, and responsiveness of its city operations to meet residents' needs. The City recognizes that a well-supported, motivated, and skilled workforce is critical to delivering highquality public services and achieving the City's goals.