Proposed County Strategic Plan 2026-2032
Summary
The county is building its six-year strategic plan around six focus areas approved in November 2025. Supervisors spent the day identifying priorities and principles that will guide budget and policy decisions through 2032 — including how to cope with looming fiscal cliffs.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
The plan will shape how scarce county dollars get spent over six years, with supervisors warning of federal and state fiscal cliffs ahead.
All county residents, since the plan sets priorities for housing, safety, health, and infrastructure spending.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting - May 19, 2026
The county's draft six-year strategic plan is out for feedback, with a final version due June 30. A behavioral health board representative urged adding crisis services at Watsonville Community Hospital.
Board of Supervisors - Special Meeting - Jan 30, 2026
The county is building its six-year strategic plan around six focus areas approved in November 2025. Supervisors spent the day identifying priorities and principles that will guide budget and policy decisions through 2032 — including how to cope with looming fiscal cliffs.
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