Strategic Priorities
Track progress of organizational objectives and priorities
3
Objectives
3
Strategies
43%
Avg Progress
Palm Coast’s future expansion will be guided by a comprehensive master planning strategy focused on smart, managed growth. Our staff will develop a robust infrastructure plan that encompasses critical areas such as public safety, water resources, and economic resiliency. This plan will ensure that infrastructure projects are prioritized and executed efficiently, promoting effective development, and enhancing the quality of life for all residents.
Strategy Progress
53%
1.1 Ensure the Wastewater treatment plant #1 expansion and rehabilitation from 6.83 to 10.83 MGD project is top priority.
AI Generated
The Wastewater Treatment Plant #1 expansion project is a top priority for The City Of Palm Coast. Design development is currently 30% to 60% complete. The Construction Manager at Risk has been selected, and procurement of process equipment suppliers has been finalized.
Progress
20%
1.2 Ensure that the maintenance & operations complex remain a top-priority facility project and begin improvements based on the capital improvement plan timeline.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is prioritizing the maintenance and operations complex facility project, with Phase 1, Site Development, currently underway and expected to be completed by January 2026. The next phases, including the Fuel Depot and Fleet Maintenance Facility, are scheduled to begin construction in 2026 and go out to bid in 2027, respectively, as outlined in the capital improvement plan timeline.
Progress
25%
1.3 Seek opportunities for the community center to help relieve parking pressures
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is making progress on the community center project, with construction documents now 60% complete. The city has also submitted permits to the St. Johns Water Management District and the Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE).
Progress
60%
1.4 Evaluate the option to repurpose Fire Station 22 to preserve its historical valve and expand visitor awareness of Palm Coast.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is currently evaluating the option to repurpose Fire Station 22 to preserve its historical value and expand visitor awareness of the city. To date, meetings have been held with various stakeholders, including the Palm Coast Historical Society, PC-Flagler Chamber of Commerce, Flagler Tourist Development Council, and Flagler Cultural Council, as well as with the City Manager to discuss an assessment by an Architect/Engineer firm. A presentation is anticipated to be made to the Council in mid-August, with a programming presentation scheduled for July 29 at the Community Center.
Progress
60%
1.5 Develop a comprehensive communications plan to keep the public well-informed about capital projects and ongoing infrastructure improvements.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast has developed a comprehensive communications plan to keep the public informed about capital projects and infrastructure improvements through the Palm Coast Progress website, e-newsletter, social media, mobile app, and news releases. This initiative provides a centralized source for updates and keeps residents informed and engaged in the city's ongoing projects.
Progress
100%
The design and implementation of a comprehensive citywide plan for improved stormwater maintenance and performance. This will involve several key components, such as analyzing improved swale maintenance requirements, expanding residential education, formulation of matrices to prioritize swale maintenance schedules, and establish communication goals.
Strategy Progress
62.5%
2.1 Research technological advancements that will assist in prioritizing swale maintenance areas.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is committed to improving swale maintenance by researching technological advancements that can help prioritize maintenance areas, and staff is actively exploring alternative methods and evaluating new ways to maintain the swale system.
Progress
50%
2.2 Work with IT & Communications to expand online communications regarding residential swale maintenance schedules to ensure to clear communication and effective practices that highlight city maintenance and improvement projects.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is working with IT and Communications to improve online communication about residential swale maintenance schedules, ensuring clear information and effective practices that highlight city maintenance and improvement projects. This ongoing effort includes developing door hangers and informational videos to inform residents about swale maintenance.
Progress
0%
2.3 Analyze contracting out swale maintenance
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast has initiated a pilot program to contract swale regrading work, selecting a vendor and issuing a purchase order. The contractor will begin work in the "B" section by the end of July 2025, with staff evaluating the program upon completion. The initial process was challenging due to only two vendors submitting bids, with the low bidder withdrawing due to the required level of service and the second bidder being too expensive.
Progress
100%
2.4 Present findings to council
AI Generated
Staff researched alternatives to swale maintenance. Staff surveyed and visited various other communities with a similar system. The results were presented to City Council on July 8 2025.
Progress
100%
As a result of the saltwater canal dredging study performed in FY 23, it was identified that the City does not have any current/active dredging permits with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). To move forward with this initiative, it is necessary to establish permittable and recommended dredging depths through permitting as part of Phase II.
Strategy Progress
14.3%
7.1: Identify funding source for Phase III and present to Council for direction.
AI Generated
The funding source for Phase III of the Saltwater Canal Design & Permitting project was presented and approved by the City Council at their meeting on October 21, 2025.
Progress
100%
7.2 Perform the canal dredging design and establish canal depths through permitting. Update cost estimates based on permit conditions.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is moving forward with the canal dredging design and permitting process, which is expected to be completed by FY26 and FY27. As part of this process, the City will establish canal depths and update cost estimates based on permit conditions.
Progress
0%
7.3 With assistance from the consultant, create a dredging management plan.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is developing a dredging management plan with the assistance of a consultant, which is expected to be completed in Fiscal Year 2026 as part of Phase III. This plan will provide a comprehensive approach to managing dredging activities in the city. The completion of this plan will mark a significant milestone in the city's efforts to effectively manage its waterways.
Progress
0%
7.4 Purse grants or other funding sources for future dredging and present funding results to Council for direction on dredging (construction) approach.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is exploring 7.4 Purse grants and other funding sources to support future dredging projects, with plans to present findings and recommendations to the Council in FY26 for guidance on the best approach to move forward with dredging construction.
Progress
0%
7.5 Explore HMGP opportunities regarding residential seawalls.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast does not support utilizing HMGP funding for private seawall repairs or replacements as it does not align with the program's primary goal of providing community-wide resilient solutions.
Progress
0%
7.6 Create an internal and external task force to study and research funding.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast has established an internal and external task force to explore funding options, which has already started holding meetings that will continue throughout this fiscal year and beyond.
Progress
0%
7.7 Create a seawall standard that can be enforced by code.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is working to establish a seawall standard that can be enforced by code, with plans to add the standards to the land development code within the current fiscal year, building upon the current design standards outlined in the city's technical engineering manual.
Progress
0%