City Council Goals 2015-2016

GOAL # 1

Promote education and communication with the community regarding the return of utility rate setting responsibilities to the City Council.  Engage the Citizen Involvement Committee to assist in this endeavor.

GOAL # 2

Continue to properly maintain public buildings and basic infrastructure through vigilance and planning. Specific emphasis will be the water reservoir.  Incorporate renewable energy into new projects and retrofit existing infrastructure to achieve this goal when feasible.

GOAL # 3

Pursue development of a pedestrian/bike trail from Riverside Drive to the Jetty.  City staff will continue to identify rights of way, and possible grant funding sources.

GOAL # 4

Proceed with planning to improve drainage in the Woolen Mill area to facilitate future development.  Encourage the flow of traffic from the Creamery to Old Town.

GOAL # 5

Promote “Community Appeal” through the support of public art and beautification; including an emphasis on reducing litter through education, enforcement of litter related ordinances and “Clean-up Days.”

GOAL # 6

Monitor the Emergency Plan and Warning System.  Encourage community education and neighborhood meetings through continued reminders and education in the City Newsletter and the media.  Continue to support preparedness efforts through Bandon Prepares.

GOAL # 7

Review the Animal Control ordinance.  Enforce the leash law and waste pick-up ordinance.  Address problems with unrestrained dogs and other nuisance animals through citations and warnings.

GOAL # 8

Ensure and support adequate Police and Fire services.