City Council Goals

FY 2023-24 Council Priorities

Invest in Infrastructure Improvements for Improved Quality of Life
  • Secure additional funding to close the funding gap and begin construction on the Parkway Blvd. Overpass
  • Develop a regional drainage solution for the east side of the city with agriculture, developers, city, and county (Northeast is Phase 1)
  • Develop solutions to address Dixon water service including deferred maintenance and financial sustainability
  • Pursue strategies for a City Hall annex
  • Pursue a citywide solution to address the funding gaps of the city’s Lighting and Landscaping Management Districts (LLMD)Develop a plan to address ongoing and deferred maintenance concerns (e.g., roads, parks, bike paths)

Support Community and Economic Development and Promote Dixon as a Destination
  • Complete zoning update for the Northeast Quadrant
  • Explore opportunities that attract visitors year-round and create amenities for residents to enjoy without having to leave Dixon (i.e., potential cultural/event center)
  • Complete construction of Southwest Homestead Well
  • Highlight and celebrate city accomplishments, assets and amenities
  • Continue to support local businesses

Ensure Services Keep Pace with Community Growth
  • Complete the Parks Master Plan Update
  • Develop a funding strategy to build a new Fire Station in Southwest part of the City
  • Support implementation of the new financial software, including community development module
  • Pursue new funding strategies to support services to a growing community, including a potential sales tax measure
  • Develop strategies to recruit, support, and retain police officers

Build Partnerships and Strengthen Engagement
  • Partner with the school district for improved school safety, including emergency planning
  • Build on success of new Public Information Officer for continued public engagement
  • Partner with key stakeholders for community programming (i.e., sports, cultural programs)