Mayor's Podcast - City of Laguna Beach
Mayor Mark Orgill brings listeners inside the decisions shaping the community, breaking down timely issues with clarity, context, and candor. Each episode delivers a concise, informed conversation on the policies, projects, and priorities that affect residents today and in the months ahead.
Mayor's Podcast - City of Laguna Beach
Episode 2: Inside the 2026 Strategic Planning Session
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Mayor Mark Orgill continues the City’s podcast series with a candid discussion on the 2026 City Council Strategic Planning Session. Joined by City Manager Dave Kiff, this episode provides a transparent look at how the Council evaluates the year ahead, sets priorities, and directs organizational focus.
The conversation highlights both progress and ongoing challenges. Mayor Orgill and City Manager Kiff discuss what is working well, where the City faces constraints, and how those realities shaped the Council’s policy direction for 2026. Topics include major initiatives, service delivery goals, fiscal considerations, and the practical steps the organization will take to implement Council direction.
Listeners will gain insight into how strategic priorities are established, how resources are aligned with policy objectives, and how accountability is maintained throughout the year. The episode offers a clear explanation of what residents can expect in 2026 and how the City measures success against the goals adopted by the Council.