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City of Pleasanton Operating Budget • FY 2023/24 - FY 2024/2521 Expansion Management Magazine identified the Pleasanton Unified School District as a “Gold Medal” district in its 1997 Education Quotient. Since then, 13 of the schools have been recognized as California Distinguished Schools; seven are designated as National Blue Ribbon Schools; and three are recognized National Schools of Character. Pleasanton’s continuation high school, Village High School, received the State Department of Education’s “California Model School Award.” Pleasanton’s Bay Area location allows for easy access to a range of two- and four-year colleges and universities, most within an hour’s drive. These include the University of California at Berkeley, Stanford University, California State University East Bay, St. Mary’s College, the University of San Francisco Pleasanton campus, Mills College, Las Positas College and Chabot College. The University of California extension has classes offered in Pleasanton and San Ramon. Community of Character The City of Pleasanton, in partnership with the Pleasanton Unified School District and the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, adopted six character traits they pledge to model and advance in the community: • Responsibility • Compassion • Self-Discipline • Honesty • Respect • Integrity Pleasanton boasts a citizenry that is committed to maintaining the standards that make the city a wonderful place to live, to raise a family, to work and to play. By embracing these character traits, the community seeks to expand character development efforts by reinforcing those values which foster strong individuals, families and neighborhoods. These character traits are woven throughout the structures and processes of the school curriculum as well as the City’s organizational culture. Additionally, as an outward example and a reminder to the community, each characteristic receives special attention during a designated month during which banners displaying the highlighted value are placed at City and school facilities. City Services The Library and Recreation Department offers a broad array of indoor and outdoor activities, classes, services, theatrical productions and facilities for all ages through its Recreation, Civic Arts, and Library divisions. The City of Pleasanton Activities Guide, which can be accessed on the internet at cityofpleasantonca.gov, informs residents and visitors of the array of activities, camps and classes available. Pleasanton’s Public Library continues to be one of the most used community amenities, serving thousands of residents each month with unique programs and services.