Outgoing Mayor Trish Kelley Delivers State of the City

Submitted by Mission Viejo Public Information Specialist Kelly Tokarski

Outgoing Mayor Trish Kelley bid farewell to the community during her State of the City video that premiered on Monday.

The video, which debuted during the City Council meeting, is Kelley’s final state of the city address after serving on the council for 12 years.

The video covers some of Mission Viejo’s major accomplishments over this past year. Those include a $1.5-million operating surplus; the renovation of Pavion Park to a universally accessible playground for children of all needs; the locker room/restroom renovation and expansion at Montanoso Recreation Center; business and commercial improvements; 20th anniversary celebration of the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center; and the prestigious Wheelchair Tennis Masters. The video showcases different segments of this special city and demonstrates how Mission Viejo continues to be a Community of Character.

Kelley talks about leading the charge for the character program many years ago and the difference it has made in this community. She also thanked residents for re-electing her three times and her colleagues for their service to the community.

“In Mission Viejo, our strategy has been characterized by principles that guide our work: character; partnerships; customer service; innovation, inclusion and transparency; teamwork; citizenship; and building community,” she said. “By sticking to these principles in everything we do, we can deliver a vibrant city that endures – long beyond one mayor or one council.”

The State of the City video airs at 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday through the end of the month on Mission Viejo Television, available on Cox Channel 30 and AT&T Channel 99. You can also watch it here.