Gateway Library  
5036 S. Eastmark Parkway  
City of Mesa  
City Council Strategic Planning Session  
Meeting Agenda - Draft  
Mayor Mark Freeman  
Vice Mayor Scott Somers - District 6  
Councilmember Rich Adams - District 1  
Councilmember Dorean Taylor - District 2  
Councilmember Francisco Heredia - District 3  
Councilmember Jennifer Duff - District 4  
Councilmember Alicia Goforth - District 5  
Thursday, May 28, 2026  
7:30 AM  
Inspirian Room at Gateway Library  
Roll Call  
1
Action items/Presentations:  
Conduct a review of the draft Council Strategic Plan developed during the  
February 19, 2026 Council Strategic Planning session and obtain feedback  
on the plan’s framework, structure, and overall direction.  
1-a  
Hear a presentation, discuss, and receive an update on the City’s  
assessment of the current commercial development review process, with an  
overview of the identified opportunities for improvement and an overview of  
the phased 18-month implementation plan.  
1-b  
Hear a presentation, discuss, and receive an update on the citywide  
branding efforts, including the selected partner and proposed work plan.  
1-c  
2
26-0525  
Adjournment.  
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For special accommodations, please contact the City Manager's Office at (480) 644-3333 or AzRelay  
7-1-1 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.  
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48 horas antes de la reunion al 480-644-2767.