TS Talent Solutions Facilitates Goal Setting Process for City of Artesia

The City of Artesia partnered with Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions (TSTS) to facilitate a goal-setting initiative in preparation for the upcoming FY 25-26 budget. The collaboration resulted in three overarching goals and several long-term objectives, providing a strategic foundation for budget allocation and community advancement.

Following the approval of Measure AAA in November 2024, which increased the City’s General Fund by 20%, Artesia City Manager Abel Avalos engaged TSTS Director Mike Egan to guide the City Council in determining how best to invest these new resources. The goal-setting process was led by Director Mike Egan, with support from Senior Business Analyst Kylie Sun and Junior Business Analyst Emma Totaro.

“The City of Artesia is committed to fostering a successful future for residents, businesses and visitors,” said Abel. “We are extremely grateful for the efficient and thoughtful process led by Mike, which helped us focus our priorities, improve budget decision-making and enhance the overall quality of life in Artesia.”  

TSTS kicked off the effort with an initial call with the City Manager and Deputy City Manager, then facilitated an in-depth session with the City Council to explore both individual and collective priorities. After nearly five hours of discussion, the team distilled the Council’s feedback into three overarching goals to guide the FY 25-26 budget cycle. TSTS then produced a comprehensive 2025 Goal Setting Report, adopted by the Council, which outlines early action goals and longer-term objectives to shape future City budgets.

“Goal setting with the City Council and staff is essential for creating a City that operates more efficiently with its time and resources, while also striving to enhance the overall quality of life,” said Mike. “TSTS congratulates Artesia for taking the proactive step of establishing both short-term and long-term objectives that will guide the City for many years to come.”

The City of Artesia Early Action goals include, enhancing public safety, implementing capital improvement projects and investing in staff development. To view the full report and a detailed list of goals, visit the full Goal Setting Report.