AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Receive a Staff presentation and hold discussion regarding the community survey, and provide direction to the City Manager.
Body
Meeting date: August 5, 2025
Department: Communications and Intergovernmental Relations
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $25,900
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Funds Available: Yes, ARPA funded
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Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Click or tap here to enter text.
City Council Strategic Initiative: [Please select from the dropdown menu below]
Quality of Life & Sense of Place
Economic Vitality
Mobility & Connectivity
Comprehensive Plan Element (s): [Please select the Plan element(s) and Goal # from dropdown menu below]
? Economic Development - Choose an item.
? Environment & Resource Protection - Choose an item.
? Land Use - Choose an item.
? Neighborhoods & Housing - Choose an item.
? Parks, Public Spaces & Facilities - Choose an item.
? Transportation - Choose an item.
? Core Services
? Not Applicable
Master Plan: [Please select the corresponding Master Plan from the dropdown menu below (if applicable)]
Choose an item.
Background Information:
In 2022, the City of San Marcos conducted its first Community Survey through the National Community Survey (NCS) to gather statistically valid feedback from residents about the quality of life in San Marcos and satisfaction with City services. The survey provided a snapshot of community priorities and helped guide decision-making and budget planning. The City Council expressed interest in making this a recurring effort. The City's goal is to survey the community every three years to track trends and identify emerging needs.
The National Community Survey captures resident opinions across ten key facets of livability: economy, mobility, community design, utilities, safety, natural environment, parks and recreation, health and wellness, education, arts and culture, and inclusivity and e...
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