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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Stockton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Economic Development Strategy and 60-Day Plan
Members want Stockton's tax base less dependent on special taxes, and floated a FIFA-style $200 million investment, a grants department, port and fire reimbursement opportunities, and a standalone economic development department. A strategic plan is coming.
Downtown Stockton Community Improvement District formation
The Downtown Stockton Alliance's 20-year renewal as a CID split the Council. Property owners in the original core strongly supported it, while owners in expansion areas A (Fremont Street) and B voted it down heavily, prompting the Council to exclude both areas before approving.