Santa Maria leaders discuss long-term plans at ‘State of the City’ address

SANTA MARIA, Calif. (KEYT) - Santa Maria city leaders discussed current priorities, recent progress and future plans during the city's annual "State of the City" presentation late Tuesday afternoon at Allan Hancock College.

Hosted by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber, the two-hour event had a theme this year called, "From Vision to Action," which focused on how city leaders are turning ideas and long-term planning into action across Santa Maria.

Over the course of two hours, Santa Maria Mayor Alice Patino, City Manager David Rowlands and all of the department heads provided updates on economic development, public safety, infrastructure and the city's long-term vision, along with a look at accomplishments so far and projects planned for the future.

Speakers also touched on economic development, public safety, infrastructure and the City's long-term vision, and talk about both the progress so far and what is projected to take place in the future.

Along with Patino and Rowlands, other speakers included Police Chief Mark Williams, Fire Chief Brad Dandridge, Community Development Director Chenin Dow, Public Works Director Brett Fulgoni and Utilities Director Shad Springer.

The annual presentation was held this year inside Boyd Concert Hall on the Hancock College campus ad drew local business leaders, elected officials, Chamber members and community residents interested in Santa Maria's progress and future direction.

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