Vision Santa Cruz County

 

Vision Santa Cruz County

 

Vision Santa Cruz County

Vision Santa Cruz County

County Equity Statement

Equity in action in Santa Cruz County is a transformative process that embraces individuals of every status, providing unwavering support, dignity, and compassion.

Through this commitment, the County ensures intentional opportunities and access, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and belong.

About the Equity StatementDeclaración de Equidad

2023-25 Operational Plan

The 2021-23 Operational Plan is the second of three blueprints that work toward achieving the County's vision, mission, and values. The plan is a living document whose successes and challenges will be documented here. Progress updates will be made biannually in December and June. More information can be found using the links below. Questions or feedback are welcome, and can be submitted to vision@santacruzcounty.us.

1. Comprehensive Health & Safety

A. Health Equity
Promote a safe and healthy community that nurtures body and mind across all ages and social conditions.
See Objectives
B. Community Support
Provide access to food and basic support through integrated health care and social services.
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C. Local Justice
Increase public safety through practices, partnerships and transformative opportunities that respect victims and reduce recidivism.
See Objectives
D. Behavioral Health
Support residents and improve community impacts through increased access to integrated mental health, substance use disorder and health care services.
See Objectives

2. Attainable Housing

A. Affordable Housing
Partner to develop affordable housing, lower barriers to housing solutions, and access new funding sources.
See Objectives
B. Community Development
Sustain and rejuvenate communities by integrating places to live, work and play.
See Objectives
C. Local Inventory
Increase and diversify housing options through smart growth programs, adaptive reuse and innovation.
See Objectives
D. Homelessness
Expand services to reduce homelessness and increase housing stability.
See Objectives

3. Reliable Transportation

A. Regional Mobility
Improve road infrastructure and intra-county connectivity, and enhance commuting solutions.
See Objectives
B. Community Mobility
Grow alternative transportation networks, and lower barriers to mobility.
See Objectives
C. Local Roads
Upgrade pavement conditions and road safety for everyone.
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D. Public Transit
Work to enhance functionality and promote use of public transit.
See Objectives

4. Sustainable Environment

A. Outdoor Experience
Ensure access to and enhance experience in parks, open spaces, water areas and outdoor activities.
See Objectives
B. Natural Resources
Protect and restore natural resources, including water, air, forests, coastline and agricultural lands.
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C. Local Conservation
Support and strengthen efforts for clean air and water, conservation, renewable energy, recycling and reuse.
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D. Climate Change
Increase resilience to climate change impacts, including sea-level rise and changing weather patterns.
See Objectives

5. Dynamic Economy

A. Regional Workforce
Create opportunities to develop a quality workforce and increase family-wage jobs in support of the regional economy.
See Objectives
B. Community Vitality
Stimulate vibrant and inclusive economies offering robust shopping, dining, cultural and gathering spaces.
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C. Local Businesses
Strengthen and retain small businesses and key sectors through innovation, flexibility and technology.
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D. Educational Opportunity
Support partnerships that promote early learning, higher education, and vocational and lifelong studies.
See Objectives

6. Operational Excellence

A. Customer Experience
Provide our customers with equitable access to efficient, effective and culturally responsive services.
See Objectives
B. County Workforce
Attract, grow and retain a diverse, engaged and high - performing County workforce that reflects our community.
See Objectives
C. County Infrastructure
Maximize and responsibly maintain County assets in support of community goals.
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D. Continuous Improvement
Embrace innovation and continuous improvement to optimize County operations and maintain fiscal stability.
See Objectives

Adopted 2023-24 Budget

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What the County Does
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Economic Outlook &
Financial Summary
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Department Budgets
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Budget Policies & Resources
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Transparency Portal
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