Priorities

Practical, community-first priorities for Morro Bay's future.

1. Preserve Morro Bay2. Public Safety & Quality of Life3. Fiscal Responsibility & Transparent Government4. Morro Elementary Opportunity5. Parks, Harbor & Local Economy6. Oppose Offshore WindFishing FamiliesEconomy & Tourism
Priority 1 of 6

Preserve Morro Bay

Morro Bay's unique character, coastal beauty, working waterfront, and small-town atmosphere should be protected for future generations.

Priorities

  • Protect open space and clean beaches
  • Preserve public views and community character
  • Support thoughtful, responsible development
  • Protect Morro Bay's identity as a coastal fishing and tourism community
  • Maintain the quality of life residents expect
Priority 2 of 6

Public Safety & Quality of Life

Safe neighborhoods, effective emergency services, and clean public spaces are essential to maintaining Morro Bay's quality of life.

Priorities

  • Support our police and fire departments
  • Improve safety in parks and downtown
  • Balance compassion with accountability when addressing homelessness
  • Protect public spaces for residents and visitors
  • Promote clean, safe, and welcoming community areas

A common-sense approach to homelessness

  • Enforce laws fairly and humanely, prioritizing public safety, sanitation, and quality of life in parks and downtown
  • Partner with local nonprofits, but require accountability and measurable outcomes
  • Expand efforts to provide mental health care and addiction services, funded privately and publicly
  • Oppose policies that essentially nationalize homelessness and resist county and state mandates that remove local control
Priority 3 of 6

Fiscal Responsibility & Transparent Government

Taxpayers deserve a city government that spends wisely, plans responsibly, and follows through on commitments.

Priorities

  • Smart budgeting and transparent government
  • Accountability for taxpayer dollars
  • Responsible long-term financial planning
  • Evaluate city-owned assets to maximize public benefit
  • Finish overdue capital improvement projects
  • Make decisions based on facts, costs, timelines, and measurable benefits
Priority 4 of 6

Morro Elementary Opportunity

The Morro Elementary property represents one of the most significant opportunities facing Morro Bay.

Priorities

  • Evaluate City Hall, senior housing, and community meeting space opportunities
  • Preserve recreation whenever feasible
  • Base decisions on costs, renovation needs, seismic retrofit requirements, and community input
  • Ensure the property serves the long-term needs of Morro Bay residents
  • Explore practical community uses before any final decision is made

A community campus opportunity

The Morro Elementary site could serve Morro Bay for generations. Mike wants every practical option — from a new City Hall to senior housing, community meeting space, and preserved recreation — evaluated openly, with costs and community input driving the decision.

Priority 5 of 6

Parks, Harbor & Local Economy

Morro Bay's parks, harbor, public spaces, and local businesses are central to the city's identity and quality of life.

Priorities

  • Renovate City Park and improve Morro Rock restrooms
  • Improve harbor facilities, gang docks, aging docks, and the boat launch
  • Promote events, tourism, and local business
  • Maintain parking and pedestrian access
  • Support visitor experiences that help local businesses while preserving community character
  • Encourage responsible economic growth

Revitalizing Morro Bay City Park — a gateway to our community

City Park should be a safe, welcoming front door to Morro Bay for residents and visitors alike.

New playground Dog park Outdoor stage Open event lawn Improved restrooms Better landscaping Improved lighting Safe, welcoming public space
Priority 6 of 6

Oppose Offshore Wind

Morro Bay residents deserve a strong voice when major energy projects have the potential to impact the coastline, fishing industry, tourism economy, and quality of life.

Priorities

  • Oppose the currently proposed offshore wind development off the Morro Bay coast
  • Protect fishing, marine resources, and working waterfront jobs
  • Preserve coastal views, natural beauty, and tourism
  • Demand transparency, local input, equitable return, and deep analysis before major projects
  • Ensure any major project provides clear, measurable benefits to Morro Bay residents
Working Waterfront

Support Local Fishing Families

Commercial fishing is part of Morro Bay's history, culture, and economy. Mike supports protecting the working waterfront, maintaining harbor infrastructure, and collaborating with commercial fishermen and Embarcadero businesses.

Priorities

  • Balance conservation with common sense
  • Protect local marine life without regulatory overreach that hurts local jobs
  • Preserve and improve harbor infrastructure
  • Protect local jobs and recreation

Priorities

  • Support local businesses
  • Promote events that bring visitors into business districts
  • Increase Transient Occupancy Tax revenue through a high-quality visitor experience
  • Maintain parking and pedestrian access
  • Encourage responsible economic growth
  • Improve visitor experiences while protecting residents' quality of life
Economy & Tourism

A healthy local economy

A healthy local economy supports city services, local jobs, and community investment. Morro Bay should support tourism and local businesses in a way that strengthens city revenue while preserving the character of the community.

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