City of Westminster

This document provides an update on Goal #2 of the City of Westminster's Strategic Plan, which focuses on implementing and supporting effective land use policies that encourage quality development. Key objectives include providing updates on General Plan Amendments and Environmental Impact Reports, establishing new zoning standards by the fourth quarter of 2026, and conducting a Zoning Phase 2 study. The update also reports on reviewing mixed-use district priorities and a bus tour of successful mixed-use developments in Orange County and Southern California.

This document outlines the City of Westminster's six-month strategic objectives from November 2025 to April 2026. These objectives are designed to advance key three-year goals, including achieving financial stability, implementing effective land-use policies to encourage quality development, attracting and retaining qualified staff, improving customer service delivery, and enhancing the overall quality of life and beautification throughout the city.

This Staff Report details the progress of the City of Westminster's 2025-2028 Strategic Plan, specifically focusing on Goal #2: 'Implement and Support Effective Land-Use Policies that Encourage Quality Development'. The strategic plan outlines five primary goals: achieving financial stability, implementing effective land-use policies, attracting and retaining qualified staff, improving customer service, and enhancing quality of life. This report elaborates on efforts to update zoning ordinances and general plan amendments to enhance new construction, streamline procedures, increase residential density in mixed-use districts, and ultimately foster long-term economic success and a desirable living environment.

This document outlines a three-year strategic plan focused on five key goals: achieving financial stability; implementing and supporting effective land-use policies for quality development; attracting, developing, and retaining well-qualified staff members; improving customer service; and enhancing the quality of life and beautification throughout the city. This specific report details progress on Strategic Plan Goal #1, focusing on an objective to engage a consultant for a scientifically valid community survey to gauge perspectives on potential revenue measures, including Transient Occupancy Tax and Cannabis Tax.

The City Council held a special meeting that included a strategic planning workshop. Key discussion points included the importance of strategic planning, transparency, and accountability. The council discussed financial stability, potential revenue from cannabis tax, and the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT). A motion was made regarding recording from the dais, leading to a recess. The council also discussed land-use policies, staff retention, and customer service delivery. There were discussions on pursuing opportunities related to TOT and Cannabis Tax, as well as potential annexations and updates on the Business Improvement District.