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070822 Friday Staff Report „ City Manager's Office " 215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 • (940) 349-8307 DENTON MEMORANDUM DATE: July 8, 2022 TO: The Honorable Mayor Hudspeth and Council Members FROM: Sara Hensley, City Manager SUBJECT: Staff Report I. Council Schedule Meetings 1. Public Utilities Board on Monday,July 11, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. 2. Cancelled-Historic Landmark Commission on Monday,July 11, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at the Development Service Center. 3. Library Board on Monday, July 11, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at the North Branch Library. 4. Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board on Monday,July 11, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Civic Center Community Room. 5. Economic Development Partnership Board on Wednesday,July 13, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Development Service Center. 6. Cancelled-Airport Advisory Board on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. in the Airport Terminal Meeting Room. 7. Work Session of the Planning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday,July 13, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room followed by a Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. 8. Cancelled-Health and Building Standards Commission on Thursday,July 14, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at the Development Service Center. 9. Community Services Advisory Committee on Friday,July 15, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. at the Development Service Center. OUR CORE VALUES Integrity • Fiscal Responsibility • Inclusion • Transparency • Outstanding Customer Service II. General Information & Status Update A. Summer Heat and Electric Demand—As we experience a warmer than usual summer, DME is closely monitoring weather and grid conditions. The recent hot weather has impacted demand for electricity across the state with ERCOT breaking new demand records on Tuesday (77,460 MWs — 5th time in last 30 days) and projecting new record demands for Friday (79,591 MWs) and Monday (81,444 MWs). While there is currently no indication from ERCOT of an expected conservation request or load shed event, the combination of high temperatures and projected high demand like those we will experience in the next 72 hours introduce that possibility (though, importantly, any single event may only last a few hours at most). In keeping with our ongoing practice, staff has begun proactive outreach to our residential, commercial, and industrial customers to share conservation tips that, in addition to promoting responsible energy use, will have a positive impact on their utility bills as temperatures increase. Additionally, operational and communication plans are in place to quickly respond to any conservation or load shed event. Staff contact: Terry Naulty, DME B. Bike Bollards on Hinkle Drive — On July 1, a resident contacted staff with concerns about the bike lane bollards recently installed on Hinkle Drive. Bike lanes with a painted buffer were installed when Hinkle Drive was reconstructed. The bike bollards were planned for installation from the project inception but were not installed pending the completion of sidewalks in the roundabout at Mimosa Drive, which was completed in the Spring of 2022. The bollard, or K71 post, is a flexible traffic control device that is designed to give when struck by a vehicle, resisting impacts over 65 mph continuously without damaging the post or vehicle, and returning to a vertical position without the use of springs or pivoting devices. An anchor sleeve adhesive system mounts the devices directly to a road surface and ensures a sealed surface bond to eliminate water infiltration, thus maintaining the integrity of the new road surface. The cost of each bollard is approximately $120 installed. The installation and maintenance cost of the bike lane bollards is a fraction of the cost to install more robust improvements, like concrete side paths or continuous concrete curbing. Providing vertical separation like K71 posts between bike lanes and vehicle travel lanes greatly improves bicyclist comfort and a sense of safety when traveling in the bike lane, as opposed to riding in a conventional bike lane with no separation, or in a travel lane shared with vehicles. These low-stress bicycle facilities expand bicycling access across the City,which has been shown in cities throughout the U.S. to increase ridership and decrease reliance on automobiles. Over time, developing a network of low-stress bicycle facilities like Hinkle Drive and Hickory Street will help the City achieve its vision presented in the Sustainability Action Framework and 2022 Mobility Plan. Staff contact:Nathan George, Capital Projects/Engineering and James Andrews, Traffic Operations. C. Service Center Complex Fencing Project — The Service Center Fencing Project is making steady progress and is anticipated to be completed within the next few weeks. This project was initiated in early 2021, after several nearby residents located on Ruddell, Rose, and Paisley Street requested the area be enclosed. The construction contract was approved by Council on January 11, 2022, and the scope includes predominately composite wood fencing with enhanced masonry columns and a small 2 portion of chain link fencing installed to tie into the existing portion that is not being replaced. Additionally, a landscape buffer zone is included on the east and west perimeter comprised of 6,000 square feet of decomposed granite. Staff Contact: Scott Gray, Facilities Management and Christine Taylor, City Manager's Office A. ar•►..v rI �� — Y D. 2022 Kids Fire Kids Fire Camp- The Denton Fire Department resumed its summer Fire Camp for the first time since 2019. The camp is a partnership with DISD, wherein the counselors from the elementary schools within the city limits provide us with 2 students each. The students are 4th graders moving on to the 5th grade, with ages typically ranging from 10-12. The camp is free to all students, with fire department personnel serving as instructors. In addition,the fire department provides daily lunch and drinks,t-shirts,helmets, gloves, and all safety gear. This year we had 17 students and 2 returning alumni. Typically, students who win awards are invited to return the following year as alumni and serve as group leaders. Campers are organized into "engine companies" as would be typically found in the department. One member of the company rotates as the company leader or "captain" for that day. Next year we are looking into using the alumni like a "battalion chief' role, bringing this position in line with the fire department as well. Campers participate in games that simulate fire department activities, such as the bucket brigade, spraying fire hose at a target/racing against another student to move their target,ropes,knots,etc. On the 4th day of camp, participants are given an opportunity to rappel and use teamwork/encouragement to overcome the challenges and fears of rappelling. The camp culminates in a"graduation"at station 7 in the engine bays where the instructors cook hamburgers and hot dogs for the families and students. Awards are presented and participants are provided with a video that is filmed of them doing activities all week. This year was a huge success, with overwhelmingly positive feedback. Staff Contact: Mark Fleniken, Fire 3 r w !I Bicycle Friendly CommunityUpdate—On July 5, the League of American Bicyclists notified staff that the updated Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) application has been posted. Staff is reviewing the 87-page application to identify potential steps to strengthen the City's application to this program. Staff recommends the City's resources be devoted to developing and executing an action plan, allowing time for departmental coordination, and updates to the policy in preparation for the future application to the BFC program. Staff contact: Nathan George, Capital Projects/Engineering E. Eagle and Elm Beautification—As part of ongoing beautification efforts, a portion of the right-of-way at Eagle and Elm was modified and enhanced. This modification included the installation of a waterline,reconstruction of a sidewalk, and the addition of grass and a river rock drainage bed. Road debris has been gathering in the river rock and forming a dam that retains water whenever the road is wet.Parks is currently installing a flume on Eagle to the storm drain in order to allow for an unobstructed path for stormwater flow. This project should not require closing the streets or modifying street access. It is estimated that the project will conclude by mid-August. Staff contact: Russell Koch, Parks and Recreation 4 F. Liberty Run 5k and 1-Mile Walk—The 24th Annual Liberty Run 5k and 1-mile walk took place on Saturday,July 2,and had more than 350 participants. Our fastest runner, Alexander Acufia, completed the 5K in 16 minutes and 50 seconds! In addition to the 72 participants who placed first, second, or third, within their respective age groups, three awards were given out to the most festive runners. Staff contact: Arianna Bencid, Parks and Recreation G. Yankee Doodle Parade & July Jubilee Festival — This year's 4th of July parade included more than 60 organizations, businesses, or groups! Judges of the parade presented awards in the following categories: • Cowboy Church Horses—Most Patriotic Pet • Boy Scouts: Ben,Hayden, and Rebecca Smith—Most Patriotic Bicycle/Scooter/4 Wheeler • Victor Outreach—Most Patriotic Baby • The Denton Institute of Phrenology Half-Fast Marching Band—Best Unit with a Theme • Smith Brothers—Most Patriotic Vehicle • Denton Kiwanis Breakfast Club—Most Patriotic Float After the Yankee Doodle Parade, attendees were invited to stop by Quakertown Park for free festivities including live music, inflatables, food trucks, and a hot dog eating contest. Eight contestants competed for a trophy and the title of 2022 Hot Dog Champion. Winner Alberto Bravo finished 12 hot dogs in seven minutes. Staff contact: Arianna Bencid, Parks and Recreation H. Public Safety Blocker Truck Data—As of July 6, Blocker 3, housed at Station 3, has been in service for six months. The truck is tested to withstand a 61,000-pound impact, has multiple onboard cameras, and includes a programmable message board with radar display. Attached is a snapshot of its workload since inception. Staff contact: Kenneth Hedges, Fire III. Responses to Council Member Requests for Information A. Flags at I.O.O.F Cemetery - On July 2, Council Member Davis reached out to staff about the flags at I.O.O.F Cemetery not being flown over the fourth of July weekend. The Parks Maintenance team was notified, and the flags were put up immediately following the Yankee Doodle Parade. Staff contact: Christine Taylor, City Manager's Office B. Access to Lactation Specialist - On July 7, Mayor Hudspeth requested that the City provide access to a Lactation Specialist in the next employee health care package. Currently, lactation support services are covered by the City's healthcare plan as preventive care, meaning it is covered at no cost if seen by an in-network provider. The attached literature outlines the various preventive care benefits for children and adults including "breastfeeding counseling, support, and supplies during pregnancy and after birth". Employees with questions are encouraged to contact the Benefits team for assistance. Staff will consider how this information can be better shared or communicated with expectant parents. Staff contact: Sara Kuechler, Human Resources 5 C. Bird City Texas Certification Program - On July 7, Mayor Pro Tem Beck notified staff that the Texas Parks and Wildlife Bird City Texas Program is currently accepting applications and requested clarification as to whether the City was applying for a 2022 or 2023 certification.Now in its fourth year,the program recognizes the contributions that communities make to improve nature in and around where people live,work, and play. Sustainability staff is in the process of completing the 2023 application. The submission process must be started by November 1, with final applications due by December 2. Staff contact: Michael Gange, Environmental Services D. Citizen Review Board for New Police Chief - On July 7, Mayor Hudspeth asked whether a citizen review committee would be included in the hiring of the City's new Police Chief. Staff confirmed that the hiring firm would include a board comprised of community members, business leaders, faith leaders, and internal City staff. Staff contact: Frank Dixon, City Manager's Office E. Traffic Light Timing Issue - On July 7, Mayor Hudspeth forwarded messages from a resident who observed an issue with the timing of the traffic light at the intersection of Mingo Road and Bell Avenue. Staff determined that the southbound lanes were moved into the northbound lanes for construction;therefore,temporary detection was placed, and the light's phase time has been extended. Staff will continue to monitor the intersection and will adjust accordingly. Traffic Operations staff also contacted the resident confirming the department's phone number and business hours after indicating they were unable to reach staff by phone. Staff contact: James Andrews, Traffic Operations IV. Upcoming Community Events and Meetings None V. Attachments A. United Healthcare Preventive Care for Children &Adults.........................................7 B. Public Safety Blocker Truck Data.............................................................................11 VI. Informal Staff Reports A. 2022-041 2022 Council Retreat Summary& FY 21-22 KFA/Priorities Update......12 B. 2022-042 Community Benchmark Survey Results 2022..........................................55 C. 2022-043 Denton Energy Center(DEC) YTD March 2022 Dashboard.................170 VIL Council Information A. Council Requests for Information...........................................................................175 B. Public Meeting Calendar.........................................................................................177 C. Draft Agenda for July 19.........................................................................................181 D. Future Work Session Items .....................................................................................190 E. Street Construction Report......................................................................................192 6 0 Preventive care for children and adults Scheduling regular appointments and screenings may help you manage and maintain your health Y . 0 United continued Healthcare 7 Focusing on regular preventive care can help you-and your family-stay healthier Preventive care can help you avoid potentially serious health conditions and/or obtain early diagnosis and treatment. Generally,the sooner your doctor can identify and treat a medical condition,the better the outcome. Under the Affordable Care Act(ACA),* most health plans provide coverage for certain preventive health care services at 100%,without any cost to you.Just obtain your preventive care from a health plan network provider. Diagnostic (non-preventive)services are also covered, but you may have to pay a copayment, coinsurance or deductible. Preventive care guidelines for children** Help protect and Recommended preventive care services for children will vary based on age and maintain your child's may include some of the following: health with regular • Age-appropriate well-child examination. preventive care visits • Anemia screening. with a network doctor • Autism and developmental screening for children under age 3. • Behavioral counseling during well-child examination to prevent sexually transmitted infections. • Behavioral counseling to prevent skin cancer at each well-child examination. • Cholesterol screening for children 24 months and older. • Fluoride application by primary care physician for children under age 6. • Hearing screening by primary care physician. • Newborn screenings, including metabolic screening panel, phenylketonuria (PKU), hypothyroid and sickle cell. • Psychosocial/behavioral assessments during well-child examination. • Assessments for tobacco, alcohol or drug use. • Screening for obesity and counseling for children on promoting improvements in weight. • Screening for sexually transmitted diseases, lead, depression and tuberculosis for certain children at high risk. • Vaccines and immunizations. For more information,visit cdc.gov/vaccines. • Vision screening by a primary care physician. Not all children require all of the services identified above" Your doctor should give you information about your child's growth, development and general health, and answer any questions you may have. continued Preventive care screening guidelines and counseling services for adults** A preventive health visit can help you see how healthy you are now and help identify any health issues before they become more serious.You and your doctor can then work together to choose the care that may be right for you. Recommended preventive care services may include the following: • Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening for adults who are • Hepatitis B virus infection screening during pregnancy and 65-75 years old and have ever smoked. for people at high risk. • Alcohol screening during wellness examinations,with brief • Hepatitis C virus infection screening for adults who are counseling interventions for certain people. 18-79 years old. • Bacteriuria screening during pregnancy. • Human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)screening for all adults. • Blood pressure screening at each wellness examination. • Human papillomavirus DNA testing for women who are 30 Certain people may also require ambulatory blood pressure and older. measurements outside of a clinical setting. Check with • Latent tuberculosis infection screening for people at your doctor. increased risk. • Breastfeeding counseling,support and supplies during • Lung cancer screening with low-dose CT scan for people pregnancy and after birth. Includes a personal-use electric who are 50-80 years old with at least a 20 pack year history breast pump. (with prior authorization). • Breast cancer medications for risk reduction (counseling) • Mammography screening. for women at high risk of breast cancer, but low risk for . Obesity screening and counseling at each wellness examination. adverse effects. • Osteoporosis screening for women who are 65 and older • Cervical cancer screening (Pap smear)for women who are and younger women at an increased risk. 21-65 years old. • Perinatal depression counseling for pregnant or postpartum • Chlamydia and gonorrhea infection screening for sexually women at risk. active women who are 24 and younger,and older women at increased risk. • Prevention of HIV and pre-exposure prophylaxis(PrEP), with antiretroviral therapy, monitoring and testing. • Cholesterol screening for adults who are 40-75 years old. • Rh incapability screening during pregnancy. • Colorectal cancer screening for adults who are 45-75 years old.Ask your physician about screening methods and • Screening for anxiety for women,during wellness examination. • Screening for urinary incontinence for women,during intervals for screening. • Contraceptive methods that are FDA-approved for women, wellness examination. including education and counseling. • Screening for intimate partner violence for women,during • Depression screening for all adults, in a primary care setting. wellness examination. • Diabetes screening for adults who are 40-70 years old and • Sexually transmitted infections behavioral counseling for overweight or obese,or for those of any age who have a prevention for adults who are sexually active or otherwise history of gestational diabetes. at increased risk, in a primary care setting. • Falls prevention counseling for community-dwelling older • Skin cancer behavioral counseling for prevention for young adults,during wellness examination. adults up to age 24 at each wellness examination. • Genetic counseling and evaluation for BRCA testing and • Syphilis screening for adults at an increased risk. BRCA lab testing. Lab testing requires prior authorization. • Tobacco cessation,screening and behavioral counseling for • Gestational diabetes mellitus screening during pregnancy. adults who smoke, in a primary care setting (refer to • Healthy diet behavioral counseling for people with pharmacy vendor for pharmacotherapy for tobacco cessation). cardiovascular disease risk factors, in a primary care setting. • Vaccines and immunizations that are FDA-approved and have explicit ACIP recommendations for routine use. For • Healthy weight and weight gain during pregnancy behavioral more information,visit cdc.gov/vaccines. counseling interventions,which adds coverage for nutrition • Wellness examinations. counseling for pregnant women. • Well-woman visits, including routine prenatal visits. continued 9 Questions? For more information about preventive guidelines,visit uhc.com/preventivecare United Healthcare *Certain preventive care services are provided as specified by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act(ACA),with no cost-sharing to you.These services are based on your age and other health factors. UnitedHealthcare also covers other routine services that may require a copay,coinsurance or deductible.Always refer to your plan documents for specific benefit coverage and limitations or call the toll-free member phone number on your health plan ID card. **These guidelines are based,in part,on the requirements of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act,and recommendations of the U.S.Preventive Services Task Force(USPSTF),the Health Resources&Services Administration(HRSA)of the U.S.Department of Health and Human Services,and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices(ACIP)of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC).Individuals with symptoms or at high risk for disease may need additional services or more frequent interventions that may not be covered as a preventive benefit.These guidelines do not necessarily reflect the vaccines,screenings or tests that will be covered by your benefit plan.These clinical guidelines are provided for informational purposes only,and do not constitute medical advice.Preventive care benefits may not apply to certain services listed above.Always refer to your plan documents for specific benefit coverage and limitations or call the toll-free member phone number on your health plan ID card. *"*Development,psychosocial and chronic disease issues for children and adolescents may require frequent counseling and treatment visits separate from preventive care visits.These guidelines represent a consensus by the American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP)and Bright Futures.The recommendations in this statement do not indicate an exclusive course of treatment or standard of medical care.Variations,taking into account individual circumstances,may be appropriate.Discuss with your doctor how these guidelines may be right for your child,and always consult your doctor before making any decisions about medical care.These clinical guidelines are provided for informational purposes only,and do not constitute medical advice.Preventive care benefits may not apply to certain services listed above.Always refer to your plan documents for your specific coverage.Source:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,Recommended immunization schedules for children and adolescents aged 18 years or younger-United States,2020, at:https.,//www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/index.html. Additional information about the vaccines in this schedule,extent of available data,including a full list of footnotes and contraindications for vaccination is also available at cdc.gov/vaccines or from the CDC-INFO Contact Center at 1-800-CDC-INFO(1-800-2324636)in English and Spanish,8 a.m.-8 p.m.Eastern Time,Monday-Friday,excluding holidays. Insurance coverage provided by orthrough UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company or its affiliates.Administrative services provided by United Healthcare Services,Inc.ortheir affiliates.Health Plan coverage provided by or through a UnitedHealthcare company. 32C E121965602.0 9/21 ©2021 United HealthCare Services,Inc.All Rights Reserved. 21-960244-Bl0 6 MONTHS WITH IIIY Blocker ,"; Blocker 3 has been in service since mid-January 2022. Here's what it's been up to, •Incidents/Mo 75 INCIDENTS 50 Blk3 has responded to a total of 25 316 incidents in the first 180 days. o , Active Hours January - - ACTIVE HOURS February March The apparatus has been active at April incidents for a total of 185 hours so May far,for an average of 35 minutes per June call. 0: 10: 20:30:40: 50: District 2 Unit Hour Utilization District 8 91% 6% 22.2% District 3 4% District 7 21.2% 8.1% 2% District 6 District 4 7.1% 4% 0% District 5 pr t) m� Ce ta0 25.3% )a4e tJ� Use per District Unit Hour Utilization Districts 5,8,and 3 have seen UHU shows the percentage the most benefit from the of available hours the unit Blocker. was in active service. Fun Fact: The longest Blocker 3 has been at one scene is 382 minutes! 11 July 8, 2022 Report No. 2022-041 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: 2022 Council Retreat Summary& FY 2021-22 Key Focus Area/Council Priorities Update BACKGROUND: Each year, the City Council conducts a retreat where priorities are established for the upcoming fiscal year. Council held its annual retreat on June 24 and June 25, 2022, at the Development Services Center located at 401 N. Elm Street. The retreat was planned and facilitated by Julia Novak with Raftelis. A recorded video is available on the City's website on the Public Meetings page. During the retreat, the Council discussed issues impacting its effectiveness, refined its key focus areas, and set priorities for Fiscal Year 2022-23. DISCUSSION: During the June 2022 Council retreat, the Mayor and City Council worked together to refine the FY22-23 Key Focus Areas,as shown below,and to create directional statements describing desired outcomes in each area. 1. Pursue Organizational Excellence and Collaborative and Respectful Leadership Denton is a leader among City governments and achieves responsible, transparent, and respectful governance through a focus on: • A focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion • A commitment to the use of data, analysis, and metrics to inform decisions • Adoption of best and leading practices • Clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and multidisciplinary collaboration 2. Enhance Infrastructure and Mobility The City facilitates and supports reliable, safe, sustainable, and high-quality infrastructure that supports every community member's access to core services and full participation in the community. This is achieved through: • Strategic, innovative, and forward-thinking planning • A holistic and multimodal approach to mobility that provides viable transportation alternatives • Leveraging partnerships with, and influencing the private sector utility providers 3. Foster Economic Opportunity and Affordability A community with a diversified tax base and dynamic opportunities for employment and housing. • Focus on childcare needs • Foster high-quality jobs that pay a living wage • Enhance affordable housing opportunities • Emphasize workforce training • Keep utility rates affordable 12 July 8, 2022 Report No. 2022-041 4. Strengthen Community and Quality of Life Reinforce a strong-knit community through diversity and engagement. • Denton is welcoming and accepting • Promote inclusivity for positive, equitable opportunities • Provides access to opportunities to grow and succeed • A home to the community 5. Support Healthy and Safe Communities Denton places the highest priority on the health, safety, and well-being of our community through: • Professionally trained and well-staffed public safety agencies • Collaboration and engagement between the City and community • Leveraging technology, innovation, and community partnerships After establishing the Key Focus Areas, Council discussed and prioritized the following potential priorities for FY 22-23. A total of eight(8)priority projects received a majority of Council support. In addition to the new priority projects, several key projects and initiatives from FY21- 22 will continue forward into the next fiscal year. In addition, staff made minor revisions for clarity. The complete list of key focus areas, new priority projects, and projects carrying over from the current fiscal year are listed below (new priorities bolded): Key Focus Area Priority Projects Pursue Organizational . New City Hall which includes the potential for retail lease Excellence and Collaborative space or partnership opportunities and Respectful Leadership • City staffing,benefits,and sustainability • Develop the City Hall West Plan • Implement 311 System Foster Economic • Form a Municipal Housing Corporation to focus on Opportunity and workforce/affordable housing Affordability • Execute the Housing Affordability program • Increase Tourism • Continue Implementing the Economic Development Strategic Plan • Review&Develop Denton Development Code(DDC Amendments) Strengthen Community and . Develop and implement small area plans Quality of Life . Develop the 909 N. Loop 288 Building as a 24/7 Center • Continue to Strengthen Homelessness Initiatives and the Housing Crisis Response System Support Healthy and Safe . Partner with Vulcan Materials to relocate the concrete Communities plant • Complete Public Safety Facilities from Bond Program 13 July 8, 2022 Report No. 2022-041 • Pursue Fire Department Accreditation • Continue Development of the Police Department Mental Health Division • Continue Updating Police Department Policies and Training Promote Sustainability and • Expand the vehicle fleet and infrastructure the Environment • Progress the 2020 Simply Sustainable Framework and Advisory Committee • Expand Bike/Pedestrian Network • Evaluate a Strategy or Preferred Pattern of Preservation Enhance Infrastructure and- . Enhance Focus on Traffic & Speed Safety Mobility An update on all FY21-22 priorities can be viewed in the attached Council Priorities Status Report. The report includes a list of each priority/project's completed milestones, and applicable next steps to reflect progress made during the FY21-22. Because many of the priorities/projects are multi-year projects, staff will continue to report milestones and status updates via regular reports to Council. CONCLUSION: Once affirmed and adopted, the FY22-23 key focus areas and priorities, which will include the ongoing priorities, will serve as the foundation for budget development and strategic focus for the upcoming fiscal year. Staff will track progress on adopted priorities and status updates will be provided to Council via regular reports. Adoption of the proposed priorities is scheduled for the July 19 Council meeting. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Council Retreat Report 2. Key Focus Areas Summary 3. FY 21-22 Council Priorities Status Report STAFF CONTACT: Monica Benavides Assistant to the City Manager Monica.Benavides@cityofdenton.com (940) 349-8989 REOUESTOR: Staff initiated 14 c 'I ty of Denton , Texas City Council Retreat June 24-25, 2022 RAFTELIS 15 City of Denton Page 1 City Council Retreat The City of Denton, TX held a City Council retreat on June 24-25, 2022. The retreat was planned and facilitated by Raftelis. Day One Setting the Stage The retreat began with each attendee introducing themselves and then sharing their expectations for the retreat. Those expectations are captured in the graphic below. UO�CMTIO NS ses of GUARDP$IIs a g DM IK vARED sfe wAM LHSGOALS �", WE'RE601AG FOCIfSFD ACT10uA81� GOALS GOALS FUTURE CO�iOJNtirON� FOCUSED AIsTENl WAGU E KMb AMON oag�, COCc► sLiK = P<.Aus y 0-16 TRs- - �oA�s %W sricK wrM! CLA�t14 ROLE i(;O M Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 16 City of Denton Page 2 City Council Retreat High Performing Governance in Council-Manager Cities Dr.Nalbandian presented a workshop on Bridging the Gap between Political Acceptability and Administrative Sustainability. The slides from the workshop are included as an attachment to this report. The following notes reflect some key themes shared by Dr.Nalbandian. • The gap between political acceptability and administrative sustainability is growing. • Politics involves choices between conflicting values—and no value profile is best(unless it is yours). • Politics and Administration involve more than different behaviors;they are different ways of thinking. • The Form of Government is important to understand: o In Council-Manager government,we use the term Governing Body—the Mayor and Council working together; this concept does not exist at the state level or at the federal level;nor does it exist at the local level with the Mayor-Council form of government. o People's perception of the Mayor is often based on the publicity they read from Mayors of larger cities—which are not always part of the Council-Manager form of government. o In Mayor-Council government—the Mayor is over the Executive and the Council has no formal authority over the operations. There is no Governing Body in this form of government. ■ Executive and Legislative Authority is separated ■ This form of government is designed to keep bad things from happening by separating power—creating checks and balances o In Council-Manager communities—like Denton—the City Council is a Governing Body and the Mayor is a member of the City Council. The Governing Body appoints the City Manager. The City Manager serves at the pleasure of the Governing Body— not at the pleasure of the Mayor. The Mayor's role is facilitative—not authoritative. The Mayor facilitates the work of the Council, facilitates community connections, and facilitates intergovernmental connections and speaks for the City. ■ The concept here is unifying Executive and Legislative Authority to make good things happen. ■ This form of government came about in the early 1900's—industrialization and immigration were moving people to cities; cities were increasing in size and population; the form of government was not suited for the needs of these growing cities. ■ Reform brought about the Council-Manager form of government. The original form: • Five Councilmembers • Elected at large • Mayor elected from among the Council • Non-Partisan ■ There have been adaptations,but the Progressive Movement linked morality and efficiency in a unique way. The form still exists to separate the staff from the Governing Body through the City Administrator. Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 17 City of Denton Page 3 City Council Retreat • Think of politics and administration as arenas—there is a political arena and an administrative arena;the political arena looks to understand what people want today and into the future. If the City Council is not working in the political arena—who is?No one else is in a position to do that work The Manager's job is becoming increasingly challenging as pressures to bridge the gap becomes greater. • The forces of complexity that are widening the gap are actually disruptions. Disruptions occur in nature—and you must respond to them. Disruption is inevitable—what is not inevitable is the response—response is intentional. The disruptive forces include: o National politics filtering down to the local level ■ The concept of the Council being nonpartisan is challenged by this o Technology driving change—big data—social media o Diversity, equity, inclusion, and institutional bias • The professional manager and partners find themselves in a gap that is increasing in width. If the Council can effectively work the gap,they add value. • Politics is about the consequences of the choices that are being made. The Council votes to determine which consequences will prevail. o Civil discourse and deliberation are critically important;when you deliberate,you are willing to confront the consequences of your views. It is not "just"voting—it is understanding the impact; thinking about the consequences and then determining after intentional deliberation what consequences will prevail. • The activity of politics is a"game" (not fun and games)but a game with rules—mostly unwritten—but some of these unwritten rules include the following: o When it is a 6-1 vote you can say outrageous things ■ But if you say outrageous things as the swing vote,you will lose respect ■ Jim Oliver Norfolk—"most important constituents are other council members ifyou want to get things done." o Let go of issues o Don't speak on every issue o Realize that respect is key to your influence—respect depends upon you using your talents in ways that other Council members respect. o Everyone has a right to speak;no one has a right to be listened to—you must earn the respect to be listened to. If not respected, over time your fellow Council members will hear you,but will not listen to you. • If you look at residents as an"owner" then you treat them as a trustee; if you look at them as a customer,then you are their customer service representative. (former City Council member in Manhattan Beach, California). Key concepts from the workshop are captured in the image below. Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 18 City of Denton Page 4 City Council Retreat HIGH KRF ORM I NG t11sTORV... W�T - MOAT AKI(Ou GOVERNANCE = A501TIFS6P oovoo %�WIEUNG �fso oIo NEED? % I / �' ..,1CoPR�1�11oN MIto61N6 4- GAP G14E' REFORNEp f�L(' VISION, PoPN tlOGOVERNHFNI.. QRID6E A,LLOCPTIDN DPCNIS TOWARDS ETGIG FHCV aA clrr ` o1VA01[S "°""LIT DING PRox[M AONIRISTPHTIpN CITY MANAGER EFFECTIVE BU LL �VATA SOlY1N6 STAFF s GOVEPNMG SERVES tMr. `foOR HOW ' — Boot GOVERNING IMFovTANr ALIGNMENT `oUNs ©® THE �� BODY,.. 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They responded to the following prompts in considering this. What is true about Denton today that you hope will still be true ten years from now? What is not true about Denton today that you hope will be true ten years from now? True Today—still true in Ten Years Not True today—hope it will be true in Ten years Sense of Community Change to Term Limits o Small enough to have relationships Engagement o Strong sense of community Affordability o Small town feel Less Racially Diverse (This Council member o Have a unique community character noted that this was not aspirational, but a o Community concern that the community is growing less o Feels like a small, tight-knit community diverse and negative impacts that may have.) o Community engagement Thoughtful o Small enough to make changes/impact Family Destination the future High Wages Innovation Great electric vehicle infrastructure Excellent Public Works and Services Alternatives to driving Safe Collaboration Focus on Sustainability Prosperous We have great potential o Increase to Average Median Income Open o More Wealth Good core values A return to healthy tension Large employee pool Diversity o Eclectic o Diverse o Compassionate and Diverse Vibrant Arts Community o Artistic Note:Several Council members, on further understanding the aspirational nature of the exercise, verbally clarified their 10 year hopes for the future on Saturday. Parting Thoughts - Day One • Thought bubble • Trust • Fun 0 Frustrating • Intriguing • Insightful lecture • Trust • Starting point • Productive • Enlightened • Interesting • Perhaps • Education 0 Thought provoking Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 20 City of Denton Page 6 City Council Retreat • Respectful Day 2 Setting the Stage The facilitator began the day by reviewing the agenda and noting that the first conversation around governing together is designed to build on the concepts shared by Dr.Nalbandian during the workshop on Day One. Governing Together The Governing Body discussed a series of questions about what it means to "Govern Together." The conversation centered around responses to the following questions: • What does good governance look like to you? • What values are important to you in governing? • What is important to remember when your position is the prevailing decision, and what is important to remember when your position is not the prevailing decision? • What type of relationship do you hope to have with your colleagues on the governing body? • What type of relationship do you hope to have with the City Manager and Staff. • What do you hope this governing body will be known for? GOVERNANCE pECIS10NSAUCPT FAiRNtSS LOOKS LIKE... «" NI N„ OVARCALrt`( �`,.�EQViDtY PROCESS NJ W F WIC PoTNIO.%N PR[VAILING o�•d NoT N N.T k,. %tFM,4 gE olcpY a t ooPERAT�oNa REsPDusnrE. _ — A seaw J vlSlowAcY �� yy. 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EEPfCTAnnNS DFWCATCp •HOLD ME NVTxL •Tgp cTEcTE /\ NttaiAIrABLE� "trt7" • �HANCST9 �PDUGYNATf1IE$ aj \ GOVERNING PNdLYS15 sF[ND ■ RFSPEET TIOR •CLfAKPATN� NE NP4 AVTNEIJTIUTi e.A Plm({CSIo[liLISM FFFD[yLGK ,arG�� DTRUST �N� TOGETHER - ¢(�n Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 21 City of Denton City Council Retreat The City Manager also responded on behalf of the Staff to a question about what the Staff needs from the City Council: • Respect—value staffs time and expertise • Focus on Policy—not detail • Provide clear, shared,long-term direction at the policy level • Be civil and build consensus • Get facts—but not from social media • Focus on what is best for the entire community • Understand how Council requests impact department level staff • Go through preferred channels • Allow staff to be "Switzerland" (politically neutral)and provide their professional opinions • Continue to use appropriate resources and technology(Engage Denton, 3-1-1, etc.) Survey Says The Chief of Staff provided a high-level overview of the Citizen Survey Results. The results are preliminary, and the final results will be shared in July. The presentation is included as an attachment to this report. Affirming the Focus Areas The Council considered the outcome of the "True Today, True in Ten Years" exercise from Day One and then made some minor modifications to two outcome areas. The following map identifies the focus areas for the City. KE'Y FOCUS AREAS PURSUE ORGANIIATIDNAL A5TKWGT9EN EXCELLENCE ICoMM VN IN COLLABORATIVE QUALIN LIFE, x RESPK-TFUL. LEADERSHIP _ _ 6NNANGE INFRAStRuTURESUPPORT NEAMTIN - - - and MDBILIT� and SAFI; ' � --- COMMVNITIES f%DST`ER ECONOMIC �jPKOMOTE �, �� � _ OPPORTu►J IT( SUSTAIIVABILjT` AfFORDABIL" ENVIRONMENT CITY DENTON `` J J yI I Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 22 City of Denton Page 8 City Council Retreat The Council then worked together with the staff to create directional statements that further describe what outcomes the Council is seeking in each area. Key Focus Areas Pursue Organizational Excellence and Collaborative and Respectful Leadership • Denton is a leader among City governments and achieves responsible, transparent, and respectful governance through a focus on: o A focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion o A commitment to the use of data, analysis, and metrics to inform decisions o Adoption of best and leading practices o Clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and multidisciplinary collaboration Enhance Infrastructure and Mobility • The City facilitates and supports reliable, safe, sustainable, and high-quality infrastructure that supports every community member's access to core services and full participation in the community. This is achieved through: o Strategic, innovative, and forward-thinking planning o A holistic and multimodal approach to mobility that provides viable transportation alternatives o Leveraging partnerships with, and influencing the private sector utility providers Foster Economic Opportunity and Affordability A community with a diversified tax base with dynamic opportunities for employment and housing. o Focus on child care needs o Foster high quality jobs that pay a living wage o Enhance affordable housing opportunities o Emphasize workforce training o Keep utility rates affordable Strengthen Community and Quality of Life • Reinforce a strong knit community through diversity and engagement. o Denton is welcoming and accepting o Promote inclusivity for positive, equitable opportunities o Provides access to opportunities to grow and succeed o A home to community Support Healthy and Safe Communities Denton places the highest priority on the health, safety, and well being of our community through: o Professionally trained and well-staffed public safety agencies o Collaboration and engagement between the City and community o Leveraging technology, innovation, and community partnerships Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 23 City of Denton Page 9 City Council Retreat Promote Sustainability and the Environment • The City ensures the long-term viability of the community's services,resources, and physical environment through: o Responsible stewardship of limited financial,human, and natural resources o Evidence based decision making o Adoption of more efficient practices,policies, and codes o Focus on responsible waste management o Regular evaluation of renewable goals Priorities The Council then identified potential priorities for consideration. After brainstorming,there was a prioritization process and the items in BOLD below are the Council's priorities. Staff will develop workplans for these items and keep the Council informed through quarterly updates. The number in parenthesis next to each item indicates how many Councilmembers identified that item as a potential priority. There were eight priorities for which a majority of Council expressed support. Pursue Organizational Excellence and Collaborative and Respectful Leadership • Encouraging DEI Statements from all contractors that work with the City(2) • New City Hall with mixed use retail(4) • City staffing and sustainability(4) • Field Officers of all sorts—fully equipped(police/fire/animal services)(1) Enhance Infrastructure and Mobility • Plan future roadways to be grid based and bike/pedestrian oriented(3) • Invest in sidewalk connectivity(2) Foster Economic Opportunity and Affordability • Proof of concept electric bus circulator—from transit center to Presbyterian hospital(2) • Have a conversation about the gradual growth of rent in the communities(0) • Form a Municipal Housing Corporation to focus on workforce/affordable housing(5) o Create a public finance corporation • Execute our Housing Affordability program(5) o Support affordable housing through diverse options like ADUs, etc. o Develop Rent to Buy homeownership program • Develop HUB Preferences(2) • Multi-sport,multi-generational facility to attract sports tourism(3) • Encourage and support local businesses to thrive(1) • Increase Tourism(hear from Discover Denton more often)(4) • Develop an Economic Development Fund to support Council directed priorities(1) Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 24 City of Denton Page 10 City Council Retreat Strengthen Community and Quality of Life • Develop and implement our small area plans(5) o Downtown Master Plan • Bring back citizens fire academy(1) • Bring back kids police academy(2) • Double the number of bike lanes in the community(1) • Attract more family friendly entertainment(more festivals)(3) Support Healthy and Safe Communities • Partner with Vulcan Materials to relocate the concrete plant(4) • Expand the CERT Program(2) • Fund and hire a Public Health Director(2) • Roadway design focused on speed reduction pedestrian safety(2) • Provide adequate funding for safety(give the police and fire departments what they ask for)(2) • Think BIG for a multi-use entertainment center East of Bell Avenue(2) • Create a Task force with the City/School District and Non Profits to address affordable child care(1) • Create a dashboard to document service gaps(2) Promote Sustainability and the Environment • Land Use policies that support sustainability(2) • Expand our electric vehicle fleet and infrastructure(6) o Continue to provide electric vehicle infrastructure o Expand electric adoption including solar rebates and municipal storage o Reevaluate our green sense and solar rebate program • Biodiversity/wildlife corridors/bird city/dark skies(3) Next Steps The City Manager shared with the Council what they can expect—and when—as she works with the staff to develop workplans that align with outcomes. Staff will work on developing teams and workplans and provide updates to Council on a regular basis. Any items on the existing workplan will also carry forward and be part of the quarterly update. Closing/Adjourn As the day came to a close, each participant was asked to share a parting thought on how they felt about the work done during the retreat. • Mayor—it is necessary and I hope we do this quarterly to get together and check-in and have regular hard conversations so we can continue to make progress. Let's sustain the progress we made today. This is a great start! Hopeful that the meetings and the workplace environment are enhanced based on the progress made these past two days Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 25 City of Denton Page 11 City Council Retreat • Alison—this is a good start!We started some good conversations; do not feel like we finished them and would love to see us follow-up in the next few months(maybe not as long or with a consultant) • Frank—I like to see the energy going forward and see if we can be strategically focused and not get down into tactical stuff. Let's get some of this done quickly. • Brandon—I would like to do this quarterly—good check-in;thanks for stepping up to host!This was productive and needs to happen. What is important to me,beyond colleagues to friends and family—we can get there! • City Judge—helpful to hear from Council and the dialogue about what their goals are for the City; even if it wasn't court specific, it is helpful to hear priorities—it gives direction beyond the topic. • Ryan—there was some necessary honesty—good to get out;but the afternoon I saw a lot of agreement between Councilmembers that felt good, natural, and is a good foundation on things big and small! • Christine—appreciated the opportunity to spend time in an informal setting;thanks for giving us a lot to work with. • Jesse—feel well equipped;we have tools and a framework that we can use—choose to use, choose not to—would like the conversation to continue especially around concrete goals and our priorities;guardrails are important and are the specific things we have identified.Well equipped. • Cassey—encouraged to hear the consensus building especially around priorities and how that will inform the budget. • Tony—appreciate the opportunity; Council is always open to meeting with staff and appreciate the listening and value each of your integrity,to your seat in office and look forward to working with you. • Mack—enjoy—like the dots; like where we are going; good creativity and it will be fun, legally, to work through how we get there. • Brian—opportunity for a lot of conversation which is important; got the most out of the last hour or so;would welcome us all sharing our priorities and I bet there is a lot of synergy in what we want to accomplish; meeting regularly to have a synergy party—last hour was the best part of the event! • Madison—good to hear where the Council's priorities are and the areas you are thinking about more so I can think about them too. • Chris—would echo the sentiments; for me the most important hasn't been the exercises—we can get to the priorities;but it was important to get to know you and hear your priorities and perspectives; the mark of a good organization—I trust the process;the tough conversations we had are the mark of this organization,which is to express your self with professionalism and to hear it that way!We all care about Denton and doing the right thing. Probably more in common than differences. • David—encouraging this morning to hear the common principles the Councilmembers have; as we had those conversations they were pretty consistent among Council. That is a great start for relationships. Like having the priorities to move forward. • Vicki—started yesterday talking about realistic goals "really real about what we can achieve"; the process we went through helped us come to some real achievable goals;thank you. With all that we have in front of us—everything we want to happen;if we do our due diligence,it will happen. Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 26 City of Denton Page 12 City Council Retreat • Sara—I'm feeling hopeful; and it would be an interesting phenomena—on the phone its easy to say no, or a text; when you are in the room and you deal with group dynamics—we have stormed—so we can form and norm—don't have to like each other but we can see things through a lens of what people are trying to say and achieve;we went through some storming to get there. Respect each of the Councilmembers and you each have so much to offer this organization. I am hopeful we are headed in the right direction!We have a mechanism now to get somewhere. I am hopeful. Trusted Advisors Transforming Communities 27 APPENDIX A High Performing Governance 28 6/27/2022 High Performing Governance Bridging • between Political Acceptabilityand Administrative Sustainability John Na Ib . • • • •c a Igove • na • . • (i) - • ood toRAFTELIS I g nt 1 Outline A gap exists and is growing between what is politically acceptable (what we want to do) and operationally sustainable (can we do it?) Bridging the gap is facilitated by understanding that politics involves choices among conflicting values—no value profile is best (unless it is yours!) And that politics and administration involve more than different behaviors; they are different ways of thinking z 2 29 1 6/27/2022 Form of Government Let's start with a very quick review of your council-manager form of government and why the term "governing body" is not used at the state or federal level or in localities that operate in the strong mayor/mayor-council form a 3 City of Houston Organizational Chart Citizern C, Mayor Clty COuncll Controller Avia4on Building City ScrviCeU Socrelary Conve lion& Finance 8 Heolth 8 En nmam F—il gdministration Fero Human Services Facllltles Housing& Human Comm Ity ki-ou ces Lepal Ubrary Development Munlclpal Courts MunlUpal Courts .rr -..e Planning 8 Administration Jttlldal -._=r._^.�I�c,�, Development Poll— Public Works 8 Solid Waste C Engineering Management 4 30 2 6/27/2022 City Allornoy CnyAWnpr Munlclpl Judgp 9oard Commisalona. l.lac•ker.aar., 1.a�soy Rov_a lyier All 8 Commltteea Deputy Cny M—W C"Y—n , Asa—,Lary Manepar Cn�el of Stall OME Muman Rosourcas 1 1 e 1 •R.ah Ma�aprircM F SO-IV Casa Ogx CFO •& a fueEYS L�bary CYeamM Senke g•C-69 iPilau . � nernel''1HXs Jern'e�Beale. S Pu01k ADain .•FAllklyll Cpal Ryan AWms Struepw:Semue PuElk Sally Ware Wl.M •Ccrnrwo�Plr ya(dn Cammumcallom �lefrsn GaY •111 SyM. E<enemk pveloptlwn $alld WM1e S Recyallnp WeYnF Errerspn Fatilkln BAuporl Bra-!icw,. Lbaatld 52,.72 Smn Ciat DellrgeeMServkw 1 Enr.rmmemal Servxae Scan urAvaa CO1O0a'"�'�r""aa i smYuaawiry raa�saa. I.vae�cony PIYeMg •Re11 bur •nn.,,,S- CIRV «nnaopySwla.e DENTO N ill aM�re EPpNe.dnp. Capita P." Becaybw•re, CITY OF DENTON 5 PE-c—' ORGANIZATIONAL CHART 5 Governing Body Hierarchy/accountability Have you considered whether the length and City width of the lines might Admin make a difference in the Flow of communication I relationship between the two arenas? Staff 6 31 3 6/27/2022 Political Acceptability Community,third parties, Community,third parties, inter-governmental inter-governmental Operational Sustainability DISRUPTIONS WIDEN THE GAP 1. National politics filtering down to �- local level � POLITICAL2. Technology driving OPERATIONAL ACCEPTABILITYchange, big data, SUSTAINABILITY social media 3. Diversity, equity, inclusion and institutional bias 32 4 6/27/2022 THE POLITICAL OPERATIONAL ACCEPTABILITY MANAGER and , _ ILITY PARTNERS 9 Values ( /alues video) Responsiveness = 0 Representation/ Efficiency and Social Equity, Justice and Participation Effectiveness/ Diversity,and Individual Rights Professionalism Inclusion Who is obligated to speak to the unspoken value? 10 33 5 6/27/2022 Case study application of values Cups Video 11 Characteristics of Politics and Administration OperationalPolitical Acceptability Activity Game/allocation of values Problem Solving Players Representatives/trustees Experts-trustees Conversation "What do you hear?" CAO and "What do you know?" .Passion Senior Staff in the .Data .Dreams GAP .Plans .Stories .Reports Electeds` Pieces Intangible: Tangible: Interests and symbols Information;money,people, equipment Currency Power(stories),loyalty,trust Knowledge(deeds) Dynamics Constructive conflict,compromise, Predictability,cooperation,continuity change 12 34 6 6/27/2022 Alignment of Elected Officials and Staff What do elected What does staff officials need needs from elected from staff officials What are elected What is staff willing officials willing and and able to provide to able to provide to Elected officials staff 13 Bi-lingual Understands that no value profile is the "best" Politics and administration are more than different roles, behaviors, and responsibilities. They are mindsets. Understands the difference between the power to convene and the power to decide 14 35 7 6/27/2022 Summary Bridging the gap is essential Politics/administration = ways of Role of translator/bridge builder is thinking critical Aligning governing body/staff Good politics is about values, not expectations is crucial right answers — stories matter Difference between "representative" (convey values) and "trustee" Do not ignore any value over time; it will come back to haunt you Democratic process is "messy" ,s 15 Be .the Bndgell Problems become opportunities when the right people join together. Cary, North Carolina 16 36 8 6/27/2022 Trust Where does it fit in your governance culture? If trust is so important, why does it seem to be a continuing issue? In other words, what is the value of not trusting? What are the elements of a trusting relationship? 17 Cycle of Distrust-Zand Model Person A restncts mformation. Person B sees resl sts Influence Person A eclinH q -� from Person B, In ways which and seeks to Person B sees es ImPose controls ntrusterorthy. Person A exPects on Person B. Person B expects Person a t0 be Person A to be untrustworthy untrustworthy Person As @CoMl,..d oxPectahon of lack of trust in Perzon B is Person conhrmrW. f I Person B restncts Person A sees Infor'ati n. Person B's resists influence, behaVlor as and seeks to -V.11wOrthy. -Pose control on Person A. 1s 18 37 9 6/27/2022 Trust—A personal challenge Are you willing to share information? Are you willing to be persuaded? Do you feel a need to control the other? Dale Zand, Administrative Science Quarterly, June 1972 19 Trustworthiness: A Personal Challenge Ability to build positive relationships by focusing on the other person; being self-confident; possessing good ego strength*; and being curious, inclusive and professional. Where C + R) x ' =Trustworthiness =Credibility =Reliability so =Intimacy =Self-orientation *good ego strength allows you to focus on the matter at hand,or the goal,and not on who gets the blame or the credit for getting there.Just as wanting all the credit or none of the blame is self-focused,so too is taking all the responsibility. After Maister,D et al(2002)The Trusted Advisor zn 20 38 10 6/27/2022 John Nalbandian www.,goodlocalgovemime , nt.or nalband(a�cu.edu good • RAFTELIS 21 39 APPENDIX B 2022 Community Benchmark Survey: Preliminary Results 40 6/27/2022 1 • am rBLlt uYAARV i DENTON Introduction and Timeline • The 2022 Community Benchmark Survey gauges key measures of success and livability in our community, particularly those relating to: • Quality of life • Safety • Community characteristics • Satisfaction with municipal services and operations • Information on how the public interacts with its municipal government • Data collection from April to June • Preliminary results received yesterday I&I"M DENTON 2 41 1 6/27/2022 Additional Measures • Additional measures of success gathered relating to: Facets of livability Economy Utilities Inclusivity and Mobility Education, art, engagement culture Natural environment Community design Parks and recreation Health and wellness DENTON 3 Methodology and Background • City of Denton's Community Benchmark Survey utilizes random sampling data collection to ensure statistically valid results • Two-phased approach to survey collection: • Phase 1 via random sampling mailed postcard invitations to survey • Phase 2 via online "open-response" survey collection • Both offered in English and Spanish • Prior benchmark surveys were completed in 2015, 2017, and 2018, with one scheduled for 2020 but paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic DENTON 4 42 2 6/27/2022 Comparative Analysis • The following jurisdictions were included in this year's benchmark comparative analysis, based off population size and survey questions utilized: Albemarle Cambridge, College Hampton, Las Cruces,New Santa Fe County, The County,Virginia Massachusetts Station,Texas Virginia Mexico Peoria,Illinois New Mexico Woodlands, Texas Allegan County, Carlsbad, Columbia, Hanover County, Lewisville, Scott County, Thousand Oaks, Michigan California Missouri Virginia Texas Pueblo,Colorado Minnesota California Ann Arbor, Cedar Rapids, High Point,North Mesquite, Richmond, South Bend, Michigan Iowa Davenport,Iowa Carolina Texas California Indiana Vallejo,California Athens-Clarke Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Missoula County, Rochester, Stafford County, Washington County,Georgia Colorado Dayton,Ohio Colorado Montana Minnesota Virginia County,Rhode Island Clearwater, Independence, Roseville, Sugar Land, Westminster, Billings,Montana Florida Elgin,Illinois Missouri Naperville,Illinois California Texas Colorado Boulder,Colorado Clovis,California Greeley,Colorado Kent,Washington Pearland, Round Rock, Surprise,Arizona Wilmington, Texas Texas North Carolina DENTON 5 Reminders • Information is preliminary (received on 6/23) • Final reports will be available in early July • Vendor is still analyzing data to formulate conclusionary statements • Perceptions and responses likely affected by: • Recent significant events: COVID-19 pandemic, Winter Storm Uri • National economic and political climate • Confusion over local, state, and federal government responsibilities and jurisdictions • Statistics provided are the over-arching measures of Livability and Quality of Life. • Final report will include results of all survey questions DENTON 6 43 3 6/27/2022 Community Safety Mobility Livability Education, Community • Resident perceptions of quality and ,& !ti• �. Design Iture importance for each of these facets of / livability provide an overview of strengths and challenges that are Natural Inclusivity useful for planning, budgeting, and Environment &Engagement evaluation •• H Parks& •--- Im Health Recreation &Wellness Utilities Economy .� DENTON 7 Facets of Livability (1/5) • "Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole(% excellent or good)" Overall economic health • — - — — i51% ( -benchmark•) Overall quality of the transportation system 37% Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas 55% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure --�62% Overall feeling of safety r�r DENTON 8 44 4 6/27/2022 Facets of Livability (z/5) • "Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole(% excellent or good)" 528 Overall quality of natural environment �70% Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Overall health and wellness opportunities ,.miiar 798 High.. Overall opportunities foreducation,culture,and the arts Residents'connection and engagement with their •61% community DENTON File ID ' ' 9 Facets of Livability (3/5) • "Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years(% essential or very important)" 87% Overall economic health 78% Overall quality of the transportation system a 79% Overall design or layout of residential and commercial -- areas 878 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure — 492% si i., Overall feeling of safety DENTON 10 45 5 6/27/2022 Facets of Livability (4/5) • "Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years(% essential or very important)" 79% Overall quality of natural environment �B5$ s sii�r Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities 77% Overall health and wellness o pportunities simi iaz Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts simiiaz — — _ 71% Residents'connection and engagement with their community DENTON File ID19-858 11 Facets of 80% 0 Education,arts,and culture Livability (5/5) 70% Parks and recreation Inclusivity and engagement 6°96 Median Health and wellness Se e Q Utilities Natural environment (D. O 5095 QEconomy Community design 40% Mobility O !Median 7040 80-1 90% Importance u�r DENTON 12 46 6 6/27/2022 Quality of Life (1/3) "Measuring community livability starts with assessing the quality of life of those ' who live there, and ensuring that the community is attractive, accessible, and Good welcoming to all." Overall quality of life in Denton,2022 )`�" DENTON 13 Quality of Life (2/3) • "Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Denton(% excellent or good)" 77% .Similar Denton as a place to live vs' benchmark* -- — ----♦72% similar The overall quality of life -elw" 14 DENTON File ID19-858 14 47 7 6/27/2022 Quality of Life (3/3) • "Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following(% very or somewhat l/ke/Y)" 201C 2013 2020 2022 79% Recommend living in Denton to someone who asks 75% s �1•_ Remain in Denton for the next five years • 'Please rate the following in the Denton community(% excellent or good)" 67% Overall image or reputation -ew" - DENTON 15 Next Steps Residents'connection and • Use preliminary results to inform priorities engagement with their discussion community,2022 • Compile full survey results • Transmit results and conclusions to Council, staff • Distribute results publicly • Further use results to shape and connect: • Council and staff priorities • Strategic planning • Budget and staffing decisions • Community partnerships and engagement -07" 16 DENTON '19-858 16 48 8 6/27/2022 QUESTIONS? Ryan Adams Chief of Staff City Manager's Office DENTON 17 49 9 Key Focus 01 Areas DENTON Pursue Organizational Strengthen Community UO0. Excellence and Collaborative ® and Quality of Life and Respectful Leadership Reinforce a strong knit community through Denton is a leader among City governments diversity and engagement. and achieves responsible, transparent, and + Denton is welcoming and accepting respectful governance through a focus on: + Promote inclusivity for positive, + A focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion equitable opportunities + A commitment to the use of data, + Provides access to opportunities analysis, and metrics to inform decisions to grow and succeed + Adoption of best and leading practices + A home to community + Clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and Support Healthy multidisciplinary collaboration Q and Safe Communities x X Enhance Infrastructure Denton places the highest priority on X the health, safety, and well being of our -- and Mobility community through: x -- X The City facilitates and supports reliable, safe, + Professionally trained and well- sustainable, and high-quality infrastructure staffed public safety agencies that supports every community member's + Collaboration and engagement access to core services and full participation between the City and community in the community. This is achieved through: + Leveraging g g technology, innovation, + Strategic, innovative, and and community partnerships forward-thinking planning + A holistic and multimodal approach too Promote Sustainability to mobility that provides viable and the Environment transportation alternatives U + Leveraging partnerships with, The City ensures the long-term viability of the and influencing the private community's services, resources, and physical X X sector utility providers environment through: ( ) + Responsible stewardship of limited X X Foster Economic Opportunity financial, human, and natural resources + Evidence based decision making and Affordability + Adoption of more efficient A community with a diversified tax base with practices, policies, and codes dynamic opportunities for employment and + Focus on responsible waste management housing. + Regular evaluation of renewable goals + Focus on child care needs + Foster high quality jobs that pay a living wage + Enhance affordable housing opportunities + Emphasize workforce training + Keep utility rates affordable CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES 'r • •1 x o.�. REPORT J U N E 2022 FY 21-22 A . SUMMARY This report summarizes progress on the projects and priorities adopted for the FY 21-22 fiscal year. Additional Information can be found at Irvwww.cityofdenton.com/councilpriorities ♦w y:;7 Prepared by the City Manager's Office CITY OF DENTON 51 Key Focus Area: Pursue Organizational FY 21-22 Priorities and Major Projects Key Milestone (s) Status Recommended Next Steps Develop and Implement American Rescue Plan Funding and • Received $23.3 Million in American Rescue Plan Completed Support ongoing COVID-19-related recovery and sustainability Programs (ARP) Funds for FY 21-22 efforts using ARPA-State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Complete and Launch a new website • Website launched in November 2021 Completed Continue Grants Management Improvements • Implemented a grant review oversight committee Ongoing Support ongoing improvements for funding opportunities and • Procured grant management software process improvements Implement 311 System • Procured 311 software in November 2021 Ongoing Complete system implementation and launch during FY 22-23, Q2 • Hired a 311 Coordinator in January 2022 • Initiated implementation in February 2022 Evaluate Organizational Staffing and Benefits • Expanded Holiday Leave Benefits in December Ongoing Paid Parental Leave Supplemental Request submitted for FY 22-23 2021 • Presented a Work Session on Paid Parental Leave Options in March 2022 • Soliciting for Organization-Wide Compensation Study in July 2022 Develop City Hall West Plan • Contracted with Architexas for professional design In Process Hold a Work Session in Fall 2022 for Vision Plan Options services in January 2022 Prepare a solicitation for interior demolition • Interior demolition plans approved by Texas Proposed for a future bond issuance Historical Commission in May 2022 Key Focus Area- • Mobility FY 21-22 Priorities and Major Projects Key Milestone (s) Status Recommended Next Steps Finalize the Mobility Plan Update • Adopted the 2022 Mobility Plan in March 2022 Completed Update the City's Interactive GIS Map to include the 2022 plan Update Roadway Impact Fees Improve Capital Project Planning and Communication • Implemented Project Management Software in Completed Continue utilizing technology for citizen communication and November 2021 engagement • Implemented an interactive CI#2map Enhance Focus on Traffic&Speed Safety • Initiated Citywide speed study in December 2021 In Process Hold a Work Session on September 27, 2022 Key Focus Area: Foster Economic Opportunity and Affordability FY 21-22 Priorities and Major Projects Key Milestone (s) Status Recommended Next Steps Update the Comprehensive Plan • Adopted the update in March 2022 Completed Implement the Action Plan (270 items) Develop an Affordable Housing Strategy • Adopted the Affordable Housing Strategic Toolkit Completed Implement Affordable Housing Strategic Toolkit in February 2022 Review& Develop Denton Development Code (DDC)Amendments • Established Development Code Review Committee Ongoing Continue the established process to maintain updates to the DDC in April 2021 as necessary Continue Implementing Economic Development Strategic Plan • Implemented Strategic Plan in 2020 In Progress Hold a Work Session for the Catalyst Fund on July 19, 2022 Key •cus Area: Strengthen Communityi Quality of Life FY 21-22 Priorities and Major Projects Key Milestone(s) Status Recommended Next Steps Continue to Strengthen Homelessness Initiatives and the Housing • Enhanced Street Outreach through ARP funds in Ongoing Requesting additional funding through the FY 22-23 Budget process Crisis Response System March of 2022 for homeless initiatives and additional Human Services grant funds Consider a Non-Discrimination Ordinance (NDO) • Adopted NDO in March 2022 Completed Develop NDO processes and education • NDO effective in July 2022 Develop the 909 N. Loop 288 Building as a 24/7 Center • Executed a Construction Manager at Risk Contract In Progress Facility opening estimated during FY 22-23 Q1 in November 2021 Key •cus Area: Support Healthy and Safe Communities FY 21-22 Priorities and Major Projects Key Milestone (s) Status Recommended Next Steps Continue COVID-19 Response • Lifted emergency order in March 2022 Completed Continue to promote public health updates and vaccine guidelines Continue Development of the Police Department Mental Health • Procured MHD software Ongoing Continue enhancement of the Mental Health Division Division • Medic and Stability Caseworker added to HOT Continue Updating Police Department Policies and Training • Completed Phase 1 of TPCA Accreditation in April Ongoing Complete Phase II TCPA Accreditation 2022 53 Implement Police Chief Advisory Board • Established Police Chief Advisory Board Completed Continue the established process of providing recommendations that promote the use of best practices in the use of force policies Key •cus Area: Support Healthy and Safe Communities FY 21-22 Priorities and Major Projects Key Milestone (s) Status Recommended Next Steps Pursue Fire Department Accreditation • Initiated Standards of Cover In Process Complete Self-Assessment in August 2022 Participate in Peer Team On-site Review in October 2022 Attend Accreditation Hearing in March 2023 Complete Public Facilities from Bond Program • Executed a Construction Manager at Risk Contract In Process Facility opening estimated during FY 22-23 41 in April 2020 • Substantial completion of Headquarters, Substation, and Firing Range Planning and Design for Fire Station#9 • Awarded the design contract in January 2022 Completed Station Construction proposed in the FY22-23 Capital Budget Key •cus_�fea: Promote Sustainabilityi the Environment FY 21-22 Priorities and Major Projects Key Milestone (s) Status Recommended Next Steps Complete the Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Strategy • Completed CSWMS Final Report in May 2022 Completed Proposed adoption of a resolution for the CSWMS on July 19, 2022 (CSWMS) Progress the 2020 Simply Sustainable Framework and Advisory • Adopted the FY 21-22 Framework Work Plan in Ongoing Continue to implement the Work Plan Committee April 2022 Expand Bike/Pedestrian Network • Completed the Sidewalk Work Plan and Interactive Ongoing Continue development of the Bicycle Work Plan Mapping and Scoring System in December 2021 Evaluate a Strategy or Preferred Pattern of Preservation • Implementation of a working group to coordinate Ongoing Continue working towards establishing a framework and map for cross-departmental efforts for preservation in Wildlife Corridors with existing ongoing City efforts i.e., ESA,Trail March 2022 System Master Plan, Comprehensive Plan, Urban Forest Master • Provided an Informal Staff Report update on the Plan progress on Wildlife Corridors in June 2022 54 Date: July 8,2022 Report No. 2022-042 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Community Benchmark Survey Results 2022 BACKGROUND: The City of Denton regularly conducts a Community Benchmark Survey using the National Community Survey (NCS) tool to assess residents' opinions on different aspects of the quality of life in Denton. The 2022 survey was mailed to 2,800 randomly selected households in Denton from April to June 2022 with a 10%response rate. Additionally, an online open participation survey was available for two weeks to all Denton residents where additional responses were received. The online open participation survey data was compiled separately to ensure survey validity but is represented in the last tabs entitled"Methods (Open Participation)" and"Open Participation Survey Results." The survey captures residents' opinions on 10 central faces of a community, including: • Economy • Mobility • Community Design • Utilities • Safety • Natural Environment • Parks and Recreation • Health and Wellness • Education, Arts, and Culture • Inclusivity and Engagement Most cities of Denton's size and complexity use community benchmark surveys in some form or fashion. Community benchmark surveys differ from other surveys in that they are: • Comprehensive—these surveys are not topic-specific and are designed to understand public sentiment in many areas. • Longitudinal—these surveys use consistency in questions to capture trends over time. • Infrequent—Due to their scope, cities do not usually use surveys more frequently than on an every-other-year basis. • Comparable—many similar or identical questions are utilized by cities across the nation, allowing for comparisons between similarly-situated cities. Importantly, while online surveys suffer from a self-selection bias, community benchmark surveys use random sampling to ensure statistically valid results. This is important as benchmark surveys are often used to accurately assess the effectiveness of a local government, form the basis of high-level goals and priorities, and impact resource allocation and funding decisions. 55 Date: July 8,2022 Report No. 2022-042 Benchmark cities were selected to provide comparisons to other jurisdictions with similarly sized populations. Benchmark data is provided ranking Denton's results as higher, lower, or similar to these benchmark cities, as well as Denton's ranking and percentile within the selected jurisdictions who have asked a similar question. DISCUSSION: Staff observed many areas in which residents responded favorably of the City of Denton in 2022, mirroring and/or exceeding results from 2018 survey responses. Some areas scored lower in 2018 while remaining comparable with benchmark cities. This may be due to national or state level issues, in addition to local. Events that may affect responses between the previous survey collection in 2018 and the most recent include Winter Storm Uri and the associated power outages, the COVID-19 Pandemic, rising costs of inflation, and incidences of civil unrest. While not reflected within survey questions themselves, these events may affect responses for residents in Denton, and may negatively impact benchmark comparisons locally and nationally, depending on the relevance to their jurisdiction. Notable highlights within the survey results include: • The residents of Denton continue to appreciate the quality of life. About seven out of 10 respondents gave a positive opinion about Denton as a place to live and its overall image or reputation. Almost 80 percent of participants said they would strongly or somewhat recommend Denton as a place to live and that they intend to stay for the next five years. • Participants considered the economy an area of importance. The survey findings about the economy are favorable and in line with national benchmarks, however some aspects seem to be below responses reported on pre-pandemic surveys. • Denton's arts were highly praised. Respondents were very pleased with the community's support for the arts and the opportunity to participate in cultural, artistic, and musical events. Denton received higher ratings for these areas than national benchmarks. • About half of respondents had a favorable opinion of the city's retail options, employment prospects, and economic development. Even though results in livability categories are mainly favorable, participants' opinions of Denton as a place to work, the city's general economic health, and the cost of living have significantly declined compared to 2018 survey responses. • Fewer than half of survey participants gave several mobility-related questions positive ratings, which fell below those of national benchmark comparisons. • Respondents prioritized the overall feeling of safety as an area of importance and generally feel safe in Denton. During the day, nine out of 10 participants said they felt secure in both their neighborhood and Denton's downtown/commercial district, and at least 75 percent said they felt secure from violent crime as well as fire, flood, and other natural catastrophes. The quality of services connected to safety was likewise highly ranked in Denton, and many ratings remained consistent from prior years' surveys. • The majority of respondents (86 percent)rated fire services as excellent or good, followed closely by ambulance or EMS services (83 percent) and animal control (76 percent) as well as fire prevention and education (75 percent). Almost seven out of 10 56 Date: July 8,2022 Report No. 2022-042 people rated Denton's police services and emergency readiness positively. These ratings were also in line with national benchmarks. To assist in guiding staff and officials in resource allocation, resident ratings of services' importance were compared to their ratings on quality of those services shared on page nine of the attachment. The quadrants assist in clarifying community facets that were higher in importance and higher in quality, higher in importance and lower in quality, lower in importance and higher in quality, and lower in importance and lower in quality.NCS recommends prioritizing facets within the lower right quadrant, of which scored higher in importance and lower in quality. CONCLUSION: The National Community Survey results assist in the prioritization of areas designated as important by community members and allow council and staff to focus energy in areas of opportunity for growth. Departments are currently reviewing the results of the NCS results and will utilize the information to improve services and develop work plans. Results are now available for review and download on the City of Denton website, as well as a link to an interactive dashboard. Staff have also planned community engagement activities including social media promotion and Discuss Denton topics for enhanced resident feedback. Engaging community members in deeper discussions on areas ranked most important to them, such as utilities, natural environment, community design, and mobility assists staff in aligning residents', staff, and council priorities, along with staff and budget allocation. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1 —National Community Survey Report of Results 2022 STAFF CONTACT: Jennifer Rainey, Assistant to the City Manager 940-349-8569 jennifer.raineygcityofdenton.com REOUESTOR: Staff Initiated PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS: City Manager's Office Public Affairs 57 THENCS TM THE NATIONAL COMMUNITY SURVEY'" Denton, TX The National Community Survey Report of Results 2022 Report by: National POIC0 Research Center POWERED BY POLCO Visit us online! www.polco.us 58 About The NCST"" The National Community SurveyTM(The NCSTM)report is about the "livability"of Denton.A livable community is a place that is not simply / habitable,but that is desirable. It is not only where people do live,but where they want to live.The survey was developed by the experts from M', Co unities National Research Center at Polco. Private sector Great communities are partnerships of the government,private sector, community-based organizations and residents,all geographically connected.The NCS captures residents'opinions considering ten central facets of a community: • Economy • Mobility •Community Design • Utilities •Safety 5aten atnhaip. • Natural Environment Edu®lion. - Community • Parks and Recreation V,.& ncs;gn • Health and Wellness catnt� Sfil''WiC • Education,Arts,and Culture • Inclusivity and Engagement Ind-i0t) Environnwnl $Fngagemmt .• H .., �. The report provides the opinions of a representative sample of 267 Park & `�1•/C � residents of the City of Denton collected from April 19th,2022 to June 10th, Rmrcatwn 2022.The margin of error around any reported percentage is 6%for all ���✓✓✓' respondents and the response rate for the 2022 survey was 10%.Survey utilities Economy results were weighted so that the demographic profile of respondents was representative of the demographic profile of adults in Denton. How the results are reported For the most part,the percentages presented in the following tabs represent the"percent positive."Most commonly,the percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options(i.e.,excellent/good,very safe/somewhat safe, etc.).On many of the questions in the survey respondents may answer"don't know."The proportion of respondents giving this reply is shown in the full set of responses included in the tab"Complete data."However,these responses have been removed from the analyses presented in most of the tabs. In other words,the tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an opinion about a specific item. Comparisons to benchmarks NRC's database of comparative resident opinion is comprised of resident perspectives gathered in surveys from over 600 communities whose residents evaluated the same kinds of topics on The National Community Survey.The comparison evaluations are from the most recent survey completed in each community in the last five years. NRC adds the latest results quickly upon survey completion,keeping the benchmark data fresh and relevant.The communities in the database represent a wide geographic and population range. In each tab,Denton's results are noted as being"higher"than the benchmark,"lower" than the benchmark,or"similar"to the benchmark,meaning that the average rating given by Denton residents is statistically similar to or different(greater or lesser)than the benchmark.Being rated as"higher"or"lower"than the benchmark means that Denton's average rating for a particular item was more than 10 points different than the benchmark. If a rating was"much higher"or"much lower,"then Denton's average rating was more than 20 points different when compared to the benchmark. The survey was administered during the COVID-19 pandemic,a time of challenge for many local governments.While we provide comparisons to national benchmarks,it is important to note that much of the benchmark data was collected prior to the pandemic.This may impact how your City's 2022 ratings compare to other communities'ratings from the past five years. 59 1 Trends over time Trend data for Denton represent important comparison data and should be examined for improvements or declines*.Deviations from stable trends over time represent opportunities for understanding how local policies,programs,or public information may have affected residents'opinions.Changes between survey years have been noted with an arrow and the percent difference. If the difference is greater than nine percentage points between the 2018 and 2022 surveys,the change is statistically significant. *In 2020,The NCS survey was updated to include new and refreshed items.Consequently,some of the trends may be impacted due to wording modifications that could have potentially altered the meaning of the item for the respondent. 60 2 Methods Selecting survey recipients All households within the City of Denton were eligible to participate in the survey.A list of all households within the zip codes serving Denton was purchased from Go-Dog Direct based on updated listings from the United States Postal Service.Since some of the zip codes that serve the City of Denton households may also serve addresses that lie outside of the community,the exact geographic location of each housing unit was compared to community boundaries using the most current municipal boundary file.Addresses located outside of the City of Denton boundaries were removed from the list of potential households to survey. Each address identified as being within city boundaries was further identified as being within one of the 4 districts. From that list,addresses were randomly selected as survey recipients,with multi-family housing units(defined as those with a unit number)sampled at a rate of 5:3 compared to single family housing units. An individual within each household was selected using the birthday method.The birthday method selects a person within the household by asking the"person whose birthday has most recently passed"to complete the questionnaire.The underlying assumption in this method is that day of birth has no relationship to the way people respond to surveys.This instruction was contained in the introduction of the survey. Conducting the survey The 2,800 randomly selected households received mailings beginning on April 19th,2022 and the survey remained open for 7 weeks.The first mailing was a postcard inviting the household to participate in the survey.The next mailing contained a cover letter with instructions,the survey questionnaire,and a postage-paid return envelope.The final mailing was a follow-up postcard,alerting residents that data collection was coming to a close,and inviting them the take the survey if they had not already done so.All mailings included a web link to give residents the opportunity to respond to the survey online.All follow-up mailings asked those who had not completed the survey to do so and those who had already done so to refrain from completing the survey again. The survey was available in English and Spanish. All mailings contained paragraphs in both languages instructing participants on how to complete the survey in their preferred language. About 5%of the 2,800 mailed invitations or surveys were returned because the household address was vacant or the postal service was unable to deliver the survey as addressed.Of the remaining 2,659 households that received the invitations to participate,267completed the survey,providing an overall response rate of 10%.The response rate was calculated using AAPOR's response rate#2*for mailed surveys of unnamed persons. It is customary to describe the precision of estimates made from surveys by a"level of confidence"and accompanying "confidence interval"(or margin of error).A traditional level of confidence,and the one used here,is 95%.The 95%confidence interval can be any size and quantifies the sampling error or imprecision of the survey results because some residents'opinions are relied on to estimate all residents'opinions.The margin of error for the City of Denton survey is no greater than plus or minus six percentage points around any given percent reported for all respondents(267 completed surveys). In addition to the randomly selected"probability sample"of households,a link to an online open participation survey was publicized by the City of Denton.The open participation survey was identical to the probability sample survey with two small updates;it included a map at the beginning asking where the respondent lives and a question about where they heard about the survey.The open participation survey was open to all city residents and became available on May 24th.The survey remained open for 2 weeks. The data presented in the following tabs exclude the open participation survey data,but a tab at the end provides the complete frequency of responses to questions by the open participation respondents. 61 3 Analyzing the data Responses from mailed surveys were entered into an electronic dataset using a"key and verify"method,where all responses are entered twice and compared to each other.Any discrepancies were resolved in comparison to the original survey form.Range checks as well as other forms of quality control were also performed. Responses from surveys completed on Polco were downloaded and merged with the mailed survey responses. The demographics of the survey respondents were compared to those found in the 2010 Census and 2019 American Community Survey estimates for adults in the City of Denton.The primary objective of weighting survey data is to make the survey respondents reflective of the larger population of the community.The characteristics used for weighting were age,sex,race, Hispanic origin,housing type,housing tenure,and area. No adjustments were made for design effects.Weights were calculated using an iterative,multiplicative raking model known as the ANES Weighting Algorithm.*The results of the weighting scheme for the probability sample are presented in the following table. NRC aligns demographic labels with those used by the U.S.Census for reporting purposes,when possible.Some categories(e.g., age,race/Hispanic origin,housing type,and length of residency)are combined into smaller subgroups. Unweighted Weighted Target* Age 18-34 130 48% 48 35-54 21 0 26% 26% 55+ 65° 26% 26° Area District 1 17 0 24 0 24 0 District 30% 26% 260 District 3 15 0 24% 24 0 District 37% 26% 260 Hispanic origin No,not Spanish,Hispanic,or Latino 89 0 79% 79 0 Spanish,Hispanic,or Latino 110 21% 210 Housing tenure Own 74 0 49% 49 0 Rent 26s 51% 51° Housing type Attached 24 0 44 0 44 0 Detached 76s 56% 56° Race&Hispanic Not white alone 21 0 38 0 38 0 origin White alone,not Hispanic or Latino 790 62% 620 Sex Female 56 0 52 0 52 0 Male 44% 48% 48° Sex/age Female 18-34 5 0 25 0 25 0 Female 35-54 15 0 13 0 130 Female 55+ 36 0 14 0 14 0 Male 18-34 6% 23 0 23% Male 35-54 7 0 13 0 13 0 Male 55+ 310 120 120 62 4 The survey datasets were analyzed using all or some of a combination of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences(SPSS),R, Python and Tableau. For the most part,the percentages presented in the reports represent the"percent positive."The percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options(i.e.,excellent/good,very safe/somewhat safe, essential/very important,etc.),or,in the case of resident behaviors/participation,the percent positive represents the proportion of respondents indicating"yes"or participating in an activity at least once a month. On many of the questions in the survey respondents may answer"don't know."The proportion of respondents giving this reply is shown in the full set of responses included in the tab"Complete data". However,these responses have been removed from the analyses presented in the reports. In other words,the tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an opinion about a specific item. Contact The City of Denton funded this research.Please contact Ryan Adams of the City of Denton at Ryan.Adams@cityofdenton.com if you have any questions about the survey. Survey Validity See the Polco Knowledge Base article on survey validity at https:Hinfo.polco.us/knowledge/statistical-vali *See AAPOR's Standard Definitions for more information at https://www.aapor.org/Publications-Media/AAPOR-Journals/Standard-Definitions.aspx *Pasek,J.(2010).ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved from https:Hweb.stanford.edu/qroup/iriss/cqi-bin/anesrake/resources/Raking Description.pdf *Targets come from the 2010 Census and 2019 American Community Survey 63 5 Highlights Denton residents continue to experience a high quality of life and appreciate the city's opportunities surrounding arts and culture. All items relating to the quality of life in Denton received positive marks on par with comparison communities across the nation. About 7 in 10 survey participants gave positive ratings to Denton as a place to live,the overall quality of life in the city,and the overall image or reputation of Denton.A strong majority of residents also reported that they would recommend living in Denton to someone who asks(79%very or somewhat likely)and planned to remain in Denton for the next five years(75%). Notably,residents also gave high praise to the arts in Denton. Nearly 8 in 10 positively rated the overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts,and three-quarters were pleased with community support for the arts and opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities.These were all rated higher than in other communities nationwide. The economy is an important area of focus for Denton,with some aspects falling below pre-pandemic ratings. Although survey results relating to Denton's economy tended to be positive and on par with national averages,a few items declined since the previous iteration of The NCS,indicating an opportunity for renewed focus.Denton continued to garner strong ratings for the overall quality of business and service establishments(79%excellent or good),holding steady from 2018 results. The variety of business and service establishments was also rated favorably by 7 in 10 respondents,and the vibrancy of the city's downtown and commercial area by two-thirds.While the vibrancy of Denton's downtown/commercial area received lower reviews this year than in 2018(from 78%to 66%),this survey item exceeded ratings given in benchmark comparison communities across the nation.About 6 in 10 respondents were pleased with Denton as a place to visit,and roughly half felt positively about the city's shopping opportunities,employment opportunities,and economic development. Despite the largely positive ratings within this facet of livability,residents'evaluations of Denton as a place to work,the overall economic health of the city,and the cost of living all declined significantly since the previous survey. In addition,residents felt much less optimistic about the economy's expected impact on their family income,with only 15%anticipating positive effects(compared to 36%in 2018). Mobility may be an area of opportunity for Denton. Many mobility-related survey items received positive reviews from fewer than half of respondents and were rated lower than the national benchmark comparisons,suggesting an opportunity for growth.Roughly one-third of respondents gave excellent or good assessments to the overall quality of Denton's transportation system and traffic flow on major streets,and only one-quarter felt favorably about the ease of public parking,ease of travel by bicycle,and ease of travel by public transportation. About 4 in 10 approved of the ease of walking in Denton,as well as the city's street cleaning,snow removal,and sidewalk maintenance services.Each of these were rated lower than the national averages.Additionally,street repair remains a concern, with fewer than one-quarter of respondents providing positive reviews(much lower than comparison communities). However,other areas emerged as bright spots within this facet of livability. Positive evaluations for the ease of travel by car increased by over 10%since 2018 results,garnering favorable ratings from 56%of residents this year.Traffic enforcement also received high marks from about half of residents;although this declined since 2018,it remained on par with benchmark comparison communities.Street lighting(47%)and traffic signal timing(37%)both held steady from prior survey results and were comparable to the national benchmarks. Residents generally feel safe in Denton but continue to prioritize safety in the community. When asked about which aspects of the community the City should focus on in the next two years,about 9 in 10 residents identified the overall feeling of safety as an area of priority.While a lower proportion of residents gave positive ratings to the quality of Denton's overall feeling of safety(62%excellent or good),all items in this facet received majority favorable ratings. About 9 in 10 reported feeling safe in both their neighborhood and Denton's downtown/commercial area during the day,while at least three-quarters reported feeling safe from violent crime as well as fire,flood,and other natural disasters.A lower proportion also felt safe from property crime(65%very or somewhat safe).Additionally,the quality of safety related services were also rated highly in Denton,and many ratings remained stable since the previous survey iteration.Fire services received the most favorable ratings(86%excellent or good),followed closely by ambulance or EMS services(83%),animal control(76%), and fire prevention and education(75%).Nearly 7 in 10 gave positive marks to Denton's police/sheriff services and emergency preparedness. Each of these ratings were similar to the national benchmarks. 64 6 Facets of livability Resident perceptions of quality and importance for each of the facets of community livability provide an overview of community strengths and challenges that are useful for planning,budgeting and performance evaluation. The charts below show the proportion of residents who rated the community facets positively for quality and the priority(importance)placed on each.Also displayed is whether local ratings were lower,similar,or higher than communities across the country(the national benchmark). Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 64%e— • 51% Overall economic health Similar (vs.benchmark*) Overall quality of the transportation system 37% Lower 59% Overall design or layout of residential and commercial 53% 4 8% areas Lower 55% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Lower 78%@ 6 2% 77% Overall feeling of safety Lower 62% 62% 52% Overall quality of natural environment Lower 70% Similar Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities 67% 67% 61% Overall health and wellness opportunities Similar 83% 87% 79% Higher Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts Residents'connection and engagement with their Similar community 65 7 Please rate how important,if at all,you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. (%essential or very important) 2016 2018 2020 2022 •87% Similar Overall economic health 078% Similar Overall quality of the transportation system 79% Overall design or layout of residential and commercial Similar areas 087% Similar Overall quality of the utility infrastructure •92% Similar Overall feeling of safety 079% Similar Overall quality of natural environment 85% Similar Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities 077% Similar Overall health and wellness opportunities 074% Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts Similar 71� Residents'connection and engagement with their 0 Similar community * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 66 8 Balancing performance and importance Every jurisdiction must balance limited resources while meeting resident needs and striving to optimize community livability.To this end,it is helpful to know what aspects of the community are most important to residents and which they perceive as being of higher or lower quality. It is especially helpful to know when a facet of livability is considered of high importance but rated as lower quality,as this should be a top priority to address. To help guide City staff and officials with decisions on future resource allocation,resident ratings of the importance of services were compared to their ratings of the quality of these services.To identify the services perceived by residents to have relatively lower quality at the same time as relatively higher importance,all services were ranked from highest perceived quality to lowest perceived quality and from highest perceived importance to lowest perceived importance.Some services were in the top half of both lists(higher quality and higher importance);some were in the top half of one list but the bottom half of the other(higher quality and lower importance or lower quality and higher importance);and some services were in the bottom half of both lists. Services receiving quality ratings of excellent or good by 58%or more of respondents were considered of"higher quality"and those with ratings lower than 58%were considered to be of"lower quality."Services were classified as"more important"if they were rated as essential or very important by 79%or more of respondents.Services were rated as"less important"if they received a rating of less than 79%.This classification uses the median ratings for quality and importance to divide the services in half. The quadrants in the figure below show which community facets were given higher or lower importance ratings(right-left)and which had higher or lower quality ratings(up-down).Facets of livability falling closer to a diagonal line from the lower left to the upper right are those where performance ratings are more commensurate with resident priorities.Facets scoring closest to the lower right hand corner of the matrix(higher in importance and lower in quality)are those that may warrant further investigation to see if changes to their delivery are necessary to improve their performance.This is the key part of this chart on which to focus. Facets falling in the top left hand corner of the chart(lower in importance but higher in quality)are areas where performance may outscore resident priorities,and may be a consideration for lower resource allocation. 80% O Education,arts,and culture 70% O Parks and recreation Inclusivity and engagement O O M 60% Median Health and wellness Safety O Utilities Natural environment 0 O 50% 0 Economy Community design 40% Mobility OMedian 70% 80% 90% Importance 67 9 The overall quality of life in Denton,2022 Quality of life Measuring community livability starts with assessing the quality of life of those who live there,and ensuring that the community is attractive,accessible,and welcoming to all. Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 86% 7 7% 86% Similar Denton as a place to live vs. benchmark* 80% 83% 7 2% Similar The overall quality of life Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following. (%very or somewhat likely) 2016 2018 2020 2022 8 4% 897o 7 9% Similar Recommend living in Denton to someone who asks 82%.�� _75% 76% Similar Remain in Denton for the next five years Please rate each of the following in the Denton community. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 76%0--- 76% ----967% Similar Overall image or reputation * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 68 10 Overall confidence in Denton government,2022 Governance Exc Poor ! I Strong local governments produce results that meet the needs of residents while making the best use of available resources, and are responsive to the present and future needs of the community as a whole. Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 73%.----4� i�64% Similar Public information services 74%• 76% 73% Similar Overall customer service by Denton employees vs. benchmark* Please rate the following categories of Denton government performance. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 50% 4 6% 4 2% The value of services for the taxes paid to Denton Similar 41% The overall direction that Denton is taking 48 5 Similar 62% 50% The job Denton government does at welcoming resident 45% Similar involvement 51% Overall confidence in Denton government 37% 39%Similar 5 43% Generally acting in the best interest of the community 39% Lower 5 41% Being honest 42% Lower 69 11 �47% Being open and transparent to the public Similar �48% Informing residents about issues facing the community Similar 52% 59a Similar Treating all residents fairly 39 057% Similar Treating residents with respect Overall,how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 830 61% The City of Denton Similar The Federal Government 42 0 2 9% Similar * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 70 12 Overall economic health of What impact,if any,do you think the economy Denton,2022 will have on your family income in the next 6 months?Do you think the impact will be: Economy ,1 Very positive,6% Local governments work together with private and 0% Somewhat nonprofit businesses,and with the community at positive large,to foster sustainable growth,create jobs, Fair Good Neutral and promote a thriving local economy. % •, Somewhat negative Very negative Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 64% 68% 51% Similar Overall economic health vs. benchmark* Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 6 2% 71% i�58% Similar Denton as a place to work 73% _♦61% 65% Similar Denton as a place to visit Please rate each of the following in the Denton community. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 72% — —0 79% 780 Similar Overall quality of business and service establishments 070% Similar Variety of business and service establishments 81% �♦66% 78% Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area Higher 71 13 55% 47g Employment opportunities 40% Similar 63% 59% 54% Shopping opportunities Similar 48% Cost of living 49 27% Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 52% 63% 54% Similar Economic development What impact,if any,do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months?Do you think the impact will be: (%very or somewhat positive) 2016 2018 2020 2022 36% What impact,if any,do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months?Do you think the 15% impact will be: Lower * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 72 14 Overall quality of the transportation system in Denton,2022 Mobility The ease with which residents can move about their Poor communities,whether for commuting,leisure,or recreation, plays a major role in the quality of life for all who live,work, and play in the community. L- A Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 •37% Overall quality of the transportation system vs. benchmark* Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 Traffic flow on major streets 26% 34% Lower 15% Ease of public parking 32% 27% 2 4% Much lower 44% 56% Similar Ease of travel by car 36% 51% Ease of travel by public transportation 23% 26% Lower 47% Ease of travel by bicycle 26% 32% Lower 45% Ease of walking 41% Lower 73 15 Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. (%yes) 2016 2018 2020 2022 30" Used public transportation instead of driving 31%e e •23% Similar 52% —057% Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving 50% Higher alone 54%e a _♦51% 55% Similar Walked or biked instead of driving Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 50% Similar Traffic enforcement 33% —37% Traffic signal timing 29% ��Similar Street repair 19% 19% Much 13% lower 48% 46% 40% Street cleaning Lower —47% 45%• Street lighting Similar 45% 41% Snow removal Lower 40% 36% Sidewalk maintenance 27% Lower Bus or transit services 41 35� Similar * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 74 16 Overall design or layout of Denton's residential and commercial areas,2022 Community design 1111�Exce_) 50) A well-designed community enhances the quality of life for its residents by encouraging smart land use and zoning,ensuring h�,J that affordable housing is accessible to all,and providing access to parks and other green spaces. Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 5 3%.� � 4 8% Overall design or layout of residential and commercial —��Lower VS. areas benchmark* Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 sZ o 73% sio Similar Your neighborhood as a place to live Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 Well-planned residential growth 036% Lower Well planned commercial growth 0 45%Similar Well-designed neighborhoods 0 40% Lower 60% Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the Similar community 75 17 7 6% 73% 53% Public places where people want to spend time Similar 61% Variety of housing options 46% 36% Similar Availability of affordable quality housing 43 19% Lower sa% 46% Overall quality of new development Similar 66% 50% Overall appearance Lower Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 37% Land use,planning and zoning 34% Similar �44% 40% 47% Similar Code enforcement * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 76 18 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure in Denton,2022 Utilities Services such as water,gas,electricity,and internet access play a vital role in ensuring the physical and economic health and well-being of the communities they serve. 7W Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 •55% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure vs. benchmark* Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 Affordable high-speed internet access 0 48% Similar 86% 92% 7 8% Similar Garbage collection 74% 74% 72% Drinking water Similar 81% 74% 81% Similar Sewer services 68% 60% Storm water management 65% Similar 7s% 74% 80% Power(electric and/or gas)utility Similar 77 19 73° 69% 670 Utility billing similar * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 78 20 Overall feeling of safety in Denton, 2022 Poor Safety Public safety is often the most important task facing local •, governments.All residents should feel safe and secure in their neighborhoods and in the greater community,and providing _�_339# Good robust safety-related services is essential to residents'quality of life. Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 �8077_� 62% Lower Overall feeling of safety vs. benchmark* Please rate how safe or unsafe you feel: (%very or somewhat safe) 2016 2018 2020 2022 94 0 91% Similar In your neighborhood during the day 88 0 87% Similar In Denton's downtown/commercial area during the day 65% From property crime Similar 081% Similar From violent crime 75% Similar From fire,flood,or other natural disaster 79 21 Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 78% 68% Police/Sheriff services 75° Similar 69% 60% Crime prevention 61 0 Similar 750 76% 66% Similar Animal control 9 1% 96% 8 3% Similar Ambulance or emergency medical services 93% 86% 92% Similar Fire services so o. —75% Fire prevention and education 72 o Similar 72° 69% 690 Emergency preparedness Similar * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 80 22 Overall quality of natural environment in Denton,2022 Poor Excellent Natural environment ,% The natural environment plays a vital role in the health and well-being of residents.The natural spaces in which residents live and experience their communities has a direct and Fair Good profound effect on quality of life. Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 62%s 5 2% 62% Lower Overall quality of natural environment vs. benchmark* Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 5 9% 64% 45% Cleanliness Lower Water resources 35% Lower 50% Much Air quality lower 34% Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 62%� Preservation Of natural areas 50% Similar 5 6% Denton open space 51% -♦Lower 81 23 86%8 ss o 6 8% Similar Recycling 8s o 75% 830 Similar Yard waste pick-up * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 82 24 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities,2022 Parks and recreation o or "There are no communities that pride themselves on their 9% Excellent quality of life,promote themselves as a desirable location for Fair 23% businesses to relocate,or maintain that they are environmental stewards of their natural resources,without such communities having a robust,active system of parks and Good recreation programs for public use and enjoyment." , -National Recreation and Park Association LIM.— ��A Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 •70% Similar Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities vs. benchmark* Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 53% 4 4% Availability of paths and walking trails 40% Lower 68% 72% 54% Fitness opportunities Similar 5 3% Recreational opportunities Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 s3 ss% 73% Similar City parks 78%• 65% Recreation programs or classes 72% -♦Similar 83 25 76°• 6 4% 680 Similar Recreation centers or facilities * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 84 26 Overall health and wellness opportunities in Denton,2022 PW-- Poor Health and wellness J. 9L19% Excellent The characteristics of and amenities available in the communities in which people live has a direct impact on the Fair health and wellness of residents,and thus,on their quality of life overall. GoOF 0 Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 67% 61% 67% Similar Overall health and wellness opportunities vs. benchmark* Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 Tao59% Availability of affordable quality food Similar 66% 62% Availability of affordable quality healthcare 41% Lower 63% 70% Availability of preventive health services 4 1% Lower 64% Availability of affordable quality mental healthcare 28% 40% Similar Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 65% 5 7% Health services Similar 85 27 Please rate your overall health. (%excellent or very good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 68% 52% Similar Please rate your overall health. * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 86 28 Overall opportunities for education, culture and the arts,2022 •.. Education, arts, and culture F Fair 18% Excellent Participation in the arts,in educational opportunities,and in ,, cultural activities is linked to increased civic engagement, greater social tolerance,and enhanced enjoyment of the local community. Good Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 8 3% 8 7_ ♦79% Higher Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts vs. benchmark* Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 87%0 86% 077% Higher Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities 976% Higher Community support for the arts Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool 47% 4407 31$ Similar 6s%. —68% K-12 education 63% Similar 7 6% 83% 6 1% Adult educational opportunities Similar 80% 68% 77% Opportunities to attend special events and festivals Similar 87 29 Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 92%*.— 95' -----081% Similar Public library services * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 88 30 Residents'connection and engagement with their community,2022 Inclusivity and engagement Inclusivity refers to a cultural and environmental feeling of , Fair belonging;residents who feel invited to participate within their communities feel more included,involved,and engaged than those who do not. L Good 6OMW --A Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 •61% Similar Residents'connection and engagement with their VS. community benchmark* Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Denton. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 80% 68% 79% Similar Denton as a place to raise children 640 e------_ 5 1% Denton as a place to retire 58° Lower 730 71% 73o Similar Sense of community Please rate the job you feel the Denton community does at each of the following. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 •71% Similar Making all residents feel welcome 89 31 •70% Similar Attracting people from diverse backgrounds •69% Similar Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds 47% Taking care of vulnerable residents Similar Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. (%excellent or good) 2016 2018 2020 2022 63% Sense of civic/community pride Similar 66% 5 9% Neighborliness of residents 64° Similar 81% 67% 83% Opportunities to participate in social events and activities Similar 83% 74% 83% Similar Opportunities to volunteer 73% 6 6% Opportunities to participate in community matters Similar 67% 81% 6 6% Openness and acceptance of the community toward people Similar of diverse backgrounds * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 90 32 Residents' participation levels Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. (%yes) 2016 2018 2020 2022 4063% 52°e Higher Contacted the City of Denton for help or information vs. benchmark* Contacted Denton elected officials to express your opinion 23% 13%�� -�Similar 46% Attended a local public meeting 2 14% 0% Similar 45% Watched a local public meeting 30% Similar 16% 63% Volunteered your time to some group/activity 30% 37% Similar Campaigned or advocated for a local issue,cause,or candidate 26% 20% Similar •70% Similar Voted in your most recent local election In general,how many times do you: (%a few times a week or more) 2016 2018 2020 2022 •96% Similar Access the internet from your home •98% Similar Access the internet from your cell phone 91 33 85% Similar Visit social media sites •98% Similar Use or check email Share your opinions online 32% Similar 61% Shop online 0 Similar * Comparison to the national benchmark is shown.If no comparison is available,this is left blank. 92 34 Custom questions Below are the results of each custom question on the survey.The percentage of positive responses(Excellent/Good or Major/Minor source)is shown. positive Please rate the following aspects The availability of information about City sl% of City of Denton programs and services communications: City efforts to keep citizens informed about 49% local issues The quality of the City's website 62 (www.cityofdenton.com) The usefulness of information in mailed City newsletters(Resident Update,Citizen 65% Connection,Construction Guide) City efforts to engage citizens on social media 53% Please indicate how much of a City website(www.cityofdenton.com) 89% source,if at all,you consider each of the following to be for obtaining information about the City mailed newsletters(Resident Update, 89% City government and its Citizen Connection,Construction Guide) activities,events and services: City cable television channel(Charter 194, 31% Grande 12,Frontier 38) Social Media Channels(Facebook,Twitter, 78% Instagram, Nextdoor,Youtube) City email news updates and alerts 71% Local news media sources,such as the Denton 80% Record-Chronicle Your homeowner/neighborhood association 46% City staff or public buildings(brochures, 66% posters,signage) City Council 63% Word of mouth/friends 91% 93 35 Thinking about your most recent The ease of locating contact information 62 0 experience with the City of Denton,please rate your impression of the following The availability of City staff(hours of 68 0 categories of customer service operation) performance: The length of time you waited(waiting on 62 hold,waiting in line,etc.)to submit a request The courtesy and helpfulness of City staff 810 The competence and knowledge of City staff 85 o The timely resolution of your request 77 o 94 36 National benchmark tables This table contains the comparisons of Denton's results to those from other communities.The first column shows the comparison of Denton's rating to the benchmark.Denton's results are noted as being"higher","lower"or"similar"to the benchmark,meaning that the average rating given by Denton residents is statistically similar to or different than the benchmark.The second column is Denton's "percent positive."Most commonly,the percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options(i.e., excellent/good).The third column is the rank assigned to Denton's rating among communities where a similar question was asked.The fourth column is the number of communities that asked a similar question.The fifth column shows the percentile for Denton's result that is what percent of surveyed communities had a lower rating than Denton. o +� v W :3 c v o Y � E v n c E E z ° a Please rate each of the Denton as a place to live Similar 77% 264 337 21 following aspects of quality of life in Denton. Your neighborhood as a place to live Similar 73% 242 290 16 Denton as a place to raise children Similar 68% 259 341 24 Denton as a place to work Similar 58% 225 332 32 Denton as a place to visit Similar 61% 148 291 49 Denton as a place to retire Lower 51% 278 337 17 The overall quality of life Similar 72% 274 363 24 Sense of community Similar 71% 131 290 55 Please rate each of the Overall economic health Similar 51% 201 278 28 following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. Overall quality of the transportation system Lower 37% 146 163 11 Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas Lower 48% 233 271 14 Overall qual ity of the uti I ity infrastructure Lower 55% 141 159 11 Overall feeling of safety Lower 62% 280 329 15 Overall quality of natural environment Lower 52% 270 280 3 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar 70% 133 165 20 Overall health and wellness opportunities Similar 61% 213 273 22 95 37 Please rate each of the following characteristics Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts Higher 79% 46 274 83 as they relate to Denton as a whole. Residents'connection and engagement with their community Similar 61% 56 160 65 Please indicate how likely Recommend living in Denton to someone who asks Similar 79% 218 281 22 or unlikely you are to do each of the following. Remain in Denton for the next five years Similar 75% 249 278 10 Please rate how safe or In your neighborhood during the day Similar 91% 217 308 29 unsafe you feel: In Denton's downtown/commercial area during the day Similar 87% 189 292 35 From property crime Similar 65% 119 168 29 From violent crime Similar 81% 115 168 31 From fire,flood,or other natural disaster Similar 75% 121 158 24 Please rate the job you feel Making all residents feel welcome Similar 71% 96 166 42 the Denton community does at each of the following. Attracting people from diverse backgrounds Similar 70% 30 163 82 Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds Similar 69% 54 164 67 Taking care of vulnerable residents Similar 47% 130 160 19 Please rate each of the Overall quality of business and service establishments Similar 79% 68 277 75 following in the Denton community. Variety of business and service establishments Similar 70% 64 160 60 Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area Higher 66% 59 260 77 Employment opportunities Similar 47% 166 293 43 Shopping opportunities Similar 54% 152 285 47 Cost of living Similar 27% 198 272 27 Overall image or reputation Similar 67% 210 333 37 Please also rate each of the Traffic flow on major streets Lower 34% 247 306 19 following in the Denton community. Ease of public parking Much lower 27% 245 254 3 96 38 Please also rate each of the following in the Denton Ease of travel by car Similar 56% 231 292 21 community. Ease of travel by public transportation Lower 23% 204 253 19 Ease of travel by bicycle Lower 26% 274 294 7 Ease of walking Lower 45% 270 295 8 Well-planned residential growth Lower 36% 133 162 18 Well-planned commercial growth Similar 45% 99 162 39 Well-designed neighborhoods Lower 40% 139 159 13 Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the Similar 60% 92 158 42 community Public places where people want to spend time Similar 53% 177 266 33 Variety of housing options Similar 36% 230 277 17 Availability of affordable quality housing Lower 19% 244 299 18 Overall quality of new development Similar 46% 252 290 13 Overall appearance Lower 50% 261 313 16 Cleanliness Lower 45% 272 300 9 Water resources Lower 35% 124 145 15 Air quality Much lower 50% 252 264 4 Availability of paths and walking trails Lower 44% 268 297 10 Fitness opportunities Similar 54% 218 266 18 Recreational opportunities Similar 53% 225 287 21 Availability of affordable qualityfood Similar 59% 185 260 29 Availability of affordable quality health care Lower 41% 236 268 12 Availability of preventive health services Lower 41% 220 255 14 97 39 Please also rate each of the following in the Denton Availability of affordable quality mental health care Similar 28% 202 256 21 community. Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities Higher 77% 45 283 84 Community support for the arts Higher 76% 12 159 93 Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool Similar 31% 194 267 27 K-12 education Similar 68% 161 270 40 Adult educational opportunities Similar 61% 110 263 58 Sense of civic/community pride Similar 63% 68 159 57 Neighborliness of residents Similar 59% 201 267 24 Opportunities to participate in social events and activities Similar 67% 88 274 68 Opportunities to attend special events and festivals Similar 68% 100 272 63 Opportunities to volunteer Similar 74% 73 270 73 Opportunities to participate in community matters Similar 66% 79 273 71 Openness and acceptance of the community toward people of Similar 66% 66 289 77 diverse backgrounds Please indicate whether or Contacted the City of Denton for help or information Higher 63% 15 308 95 not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. Contacted Denton elected officials to express your opinion Similar 23% 42 267 84 Attended a local public meeting Similar 14% 221 267 17 Watched a local public meeting Similar 30% 66 248 73 Volunteered your time to some group/activity Similar 30% 151 270 44 Campaigned or advocated for a local issue,cause,or candidate Similar 26% 52 260 80 Voted in your most recent local election Similar 70% 121 161 25 Used public transportation instead of driving Similar 23% 75 243 69 Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone Higher 57% 14 263 95 98 40 not you have done each of the following in the last 12 Walked or biked instead of driving Similar 51% 178 267 33 months. Please rate the quality of Public information services Similar 64% 175 286 38 each of the following services in Denton. Economic development Similar 54% 161 279 42 Traffic enforcement Similar 50% 273 327 16 Traffic signal timing Similar 37% 234 271 14 Street repair Much lower 19% 311 322 3 Street cleaning Lower 40% 255 284 10 Street lighting Similar 47% 262 313 16 Snow removal Lower 41% 209 241 13 Sidewalk maintenance Lower 36% 260 280 7 Bus or transit services Similar 35% 177 250 29 Land use,planning and zoning Similar 37% 245 286 14 Code enforcement Similar 44% 207 320 35 Affordable high-speed internet access Similar 48% 74 156 53 Garbage collection Similar 78% 233 304 23 Drinking water Similar 72% 171 280 39 Sewer services Similar 74% 201 285 29 Storm water management Similar 60% 209 299 30 Power(electric and/or gas)utility Similar 74% 166 224 26 Utility billing Similar 69% 122 251 51 Police/Sheriff services Similar 68% 300 354 15 Crime prevention Similar 60% 235 326 28 99 41 Please rate the quality of each of the following Animal control Similar 76% 97 296 67 services in Denton. Ambulance or emergency medical services Similar 83% 247 293 16 Fire services Similar 86% 274 317 13 Fire prevention and education Similar 75% 239 282 15 Emergency preparedness Similar 69% 157 281 44 Preservation of natural areas Similar 49% 210 263 20 Denton open space Lower 48% 223 256 13 Recycling Similar 68% 211 306 31 Yard waste pick-up Similar 75% 145 262 45 City parks Similar 73% 225 299 25 Recreation programs or classes Similar 65% 176 291 39 Recreation centers or facilities Similar 64% 145 276 47 Health services Similar 57% 187 250 25 Public library services Similar 81% 217 298 27 Overall customer service by Denton employees Similar 76% 225 342 34 Please rate the following The value of services for the taxes paid to Denton Similar 42% 277 346 20 categories of Denton government performance. The overall direction that Denton is taking Similar 41% 257 310 17 The job Denton government does at welcoming resident Similar 50% 166 308 46 involvement Overall confidence in Denton government Similar 39% 242 276 12 Generally acting in the best interest of the community Lower 43% 243 280 13 Being honest Lower 41% 234 271 14 Being open and transparent to the public Similar 47% 128 165 23 100 42 Please rate the following categories of Denton Informing residents about issues facing the community Similar 48% 111 171 35 government performance. Treating all residents fairly Similar 52% 227 277 18 Treating residents with respect Similar 57% 136 162 16 Overall,how would you The City of Denton Similar 61% 261 338 23 rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? The Federal Government Similar 29% 240 260 8 Please rate how important, Overall economic health Similar 87% 127 251 49 if at all,you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the Overall quality of the transportation system Similar 78% 32 158 80 following in the coming two years. Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas Similar 79% 128 251 49 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Similar 87% 81 157 49 Overall feeling of safety Similar 92% 163 251 35 Overall quality of natural environment Similar 79% 65 251 74 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar 85% 14 158 91 Overall health and wellness opportunities Similar 77% 31 251 88 Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts Similar 74% 79 251 68 Residents'connection and engagement with their community Similar 71% 95 251 62 In general,how many times Access the internet from your home Similar 96% 61 158 62 do you: Access the internet from your cell phone Similar 98% 4 158 98 Visit social media sites Similar 85% 12 157 92 Use or check email Similar 98% 50 158 68 Share your opinions online Similar 32% 56 158 65 Shop online Similar 61% 51 158 68 Please rate your overall health. Similar 68% 91 262 65 101 43 What impact,if any,do youth ink the economy will have on your Lower 15 0 246 264 7 family income in the next 6 months?Do youth ink the impact will be: 102 44 Custom benchmark tables This table contains the comparisons of Denton's results to those from other communities with a similar population,as selected by City Staff.The first column shows the comparison of Denton's rating to the benchmark.Denton's results are noted as being"higher", "lower"or"similar"to the benchmark,meaning that the average rating given by Denton residents is statistically similar to or different than the benchmark.The second column is Denton's"percent positive."Most commonly,the percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options(i.e.,excellent/good).The third column is the rank assigned to Denton's rating among communities where a similar question was asked.The fourth column is the number of communities that asked a similar question.The fifth column shows the percentile for Denton's result--that is what percent of surveyed communities had a lower rating than Denton. a� o m c v NO Y � E v n c E E z $ a Please rate each of the Denton as a place to live similar 77% 20 32 40 following aspects of quality of life in Denton. Your neighborhood as a place to live similar 73% 21 24 16 Denton as a place to raise children Similar 68% 21 32 37 Denton as a place to work Similar 58% 19 32 43 Denton as a place to visit similar 61% 17 29 44 Denton as a place to retire Similar 51% 23 32 31 The overall quality of life Similar 72% 21 32 37 Sense of community Similar 71% 8 22 68 Please rate each of the Overall economic health similar 51% 15 21 33 following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. Overall quality of the transportation system Lower 37% 14 16 18 Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas Similar 48% 16 21 28 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Lower 55% 14 16 18 Overall feeling of safety similar 62% 21 29 31 Overall quality of natural environment Lower 52% 21 22 9 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar 70% 13 17 29 Overall health and wellness opportunities Similar 61% 16 21 28 Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts Similar 79% 6 21 76 Residents'connection and engagement with their community Similar 61% 6 16 68 103 45 Please indicate how likely Recommend living in Denton to someone who asks Similar 79% 12 22 50 or unlikely you are to do each of the following. Remain in Denton for the next five years Similar 75% 15 22 36 Please rate how safe or In your neighborhood during the day Similar 91% 17 25 36 unsafe you feel: In Denton's downtown/commercial area during the day Similar 87% 10 23 60 From property crime Similar 65% 11 18 44 From violent crime Similar 81% 11 18 44 From fire,flood,or other natural disaster Similar 75% 10 15 40 Please rate the job you feel Making all residents feel welcome Similar 71% 7 16 62 the Denton community does at each of the following. Attracting people from diverse backgrounds Similar 70% 2 16 93 Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds Similar 69% 5 16 75 Taking care of vulnerable residents Similar 47% 12 16 31 Please rate each of the Overall quality of business and service establishments Similar 79% 8 21 66 following in the Denton community. Variety of business and service establishments Similar 70% 9 17 52 Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area Higher 66% 6 19 73 Employment opportunities Similar 47% 17 25 36 Shopping opportunities Similar 54% 14 21 38 Cost Of living Similar 27% 13 21 42 Overall image or reputation Similar 67% 15 28 50 Please also rate each of the Traffic flow on major streets Similar 34% 20 26 26 following in the Denton community. Ease of public parking Lower 27% 18 18 s Ease of travel by car Similar 56% 18 22 22 Ease of travel by public transportation Lower 23% 16 19 21 Ease of travel by bicycle Lower 26% 19 22 18 Ease Of walking Similar 45% 17 22 27 104 46 Please also rate each of the following in the Denton Well-planned residential growth Similar 36% 11 16 37 community. Well-planned commercial growth Similar 45% 10 16 43 Well-designed neighborhoods Similar 40% 12 17 35 Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the Similar 60% 6 15 66 community Public places where people want to spend time Similar 53% 11 20 50 Variety of housing options Similar 36% 15 20 30 Availability of affordable quality housing Similar 19% 17 23 30 Overall quality of new development Similar 46% 19 22 18 Overall appearance Similar 50% 20 28 32 Cleanliness Lower 45% 23 27 18 Water resources Lower 35% 12 14 21 Air quality Lower 50% 20 22 13 Availability of paths and walking trails Lower 44% 21 23 13 Fitness opportunities Similar 54% 16 20 25 Recreational opportunities Similar 53% 17 22 27 Availability of affordable quality food Similar 59% 14 18 27 Availability of affordable quality health care Lower 41% 16 20 25 Availability of preventive health services Lower 41% 15 19 26 Availability of affordable quality mental health care Similar 28% 15 19 26 Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities Higher 77% 6 22 77 Community support for the arts Higher 76% 3 16 87 Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool Similar 31% 13 20 40 K-12 education Similar 68% 9 21 61 Adult educational opportunities Similar 61% 9 21 61 105 47 Please also rate each of the following in the Denton Sense of civic/community pride Similar 63% 6 16 68 community. Neighborliness of residents Similar 59% 13 20 40 Opportunities to participate in social events and activities Similar 67% 6 22 77 Opportunities to attend special events and festivals Similar 68% 7 20 70 Opportunities to volunteer Similar 74% 6 20 75 Opportunities to participate in community matters Similar 66% 5 20 80 Openness and acceptance of the community toward people of Similar 66% 3 22 90 diverse backgrounds Please indicate whether or Contacted the City of Denton for help or information Higher 63% 1 26 100 not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. Contacted Denton elected officials to express your opinion Similar 23% 6 20 75 Attended a local public meeting Similar 14% 17 20 20 Watched a local public meeting Similar 30% 7 20 70 Volunteered your time to some group/activity Similar 30% 12 20 45 Campaigned or advocated for a local issue,cause,or candidate Similar 26% 7 20 70 Voted in your most recent local election Lower 70% 16 16 6 Used public transportation instead of driving Similar 23% 9 19 57 Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone Higher 57% 2 20 95 Walked or biked instead of driving Similar 51% 11 20 50 Please rate the quality of Public information services Similar 64% 11 22 54 each of the following services in Denton. Economic development Similar 54% 13 21 42 Traffic enforcement Similar 50% 18 27 37 Traffic signal timing Similar 37% 15 20 30 Street repair Lower 19% 23 23 4 Street cleaning Lower 40% 15 19 26 Street lighting Similar 47% 17 24 33 106 48 Please rate the quality of each of the following Snow removal Similar 41% 13 17 29 services in Denton. Sidewalk maintenance Lower 36% 15 17 17 Bus or transit services Similar 35% 16 20 25 Land use,planning and zoning Similar 37% 19 22 18 Code enforcement Similar 44% 19 29 37 Affordable high-speed internet access Similar 48% 6 15 66 Garbage collection Similar 78% 17 26 38 Drinking water Similar 72% 15 23 39 Sewer services Similar 74% 16 23 34 Storm water management Similar 60% 16 25 40 Power(electric and/or gas)utility Similar 74% 10 17 47 Utility billing Similar 69% 6 19 73 Police/Sheriff services Similar 68% 23 32 31 Crime prevention Similar 60% 15 27 48 Animal control Similar 76% 8 25 72 Ambulance or emergency medical services Similar 83% 18 26 34 Fire services Similar 86% 20 30 36 Fire prevention and education Similar 75% 18 24 29 Emergency preparedness Similar 69% 13 23 47 Preservation of natural areas Similar 49% 18 21 19 Denton open space Lower 48% 18 20 15 Recycling Similar 68% 18 26 34 Yard waste pick-up Similar 75% 11 21 52 City parks Similar 73% 16 24 37 107 49 Please rate the quality of each of the following Recreation programs or classes Similar 65% 15 25 44 services in Denton. Recreation centers or facilities Similar 64% 11 23 56 Health services Similar 57% 15 20 30 Public library services Similar 81% 19 27 33 Overall customer service by Denton employees Similar 76% 13 30 60 Please rate the following The value of services for the taxes paid to Denton similar 42% 23 32 31 categories of Denton government performance. The overall direction that Denton is taking similar 41% 21 26 23 The job Denton government does at welcoming resident similar 50% 12 28 60 involvement Overall confidence in Denton government Similar 39% 18 22 22 Generally acting in the best interest of the community Similar 43% 19 22 18 Being honest Similar 41% 17 20 20 Being open and transparent to the public Similar 47% 12 17 35 Informing residents about issues facing the community Similar 48% 10 18 50 Treating all residents fairly similar 52% 16 21 28 Treating residents with respect Similar 57% 13 16 25 Overall,how would you The City of Denton Similar 61% 18 31 45 rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? The Federal Government Similar 29% 18 zo 15 Please rate how important, Overall economic health similar 87% 12 19 42 if at all,you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the Overall quality of the transportation system Similar 78% 4 16 81 following in the coming two years. Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas Similar 79% 9 19 57 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Similar 87% 8 15 53 Overall feeling of safety similar 92% 9 19 57 Overall quality of natural environment Similar 79% 4 19 84 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities Similar ss% 2 16 93 108 50 Please rate how important, if at all,you think it is for Overall health and wellness opportunities Similar 77% 4 19 84 the Denton community to focus on each of the Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts Similar 74% 4 19 84 following in the coming two years. Residents'connection and engagement with their community Similar 71% 2 19 94 In general,how many times Access the internet from your home Similar 96% 5 16 75 do you: Access the internet from your cell phone Similar 98% 1 16 100 Visit social media sites Similar 85% 1 16 100 Use or check email Similar 98% 4 16 81 Share your opinions online Similar 32% 6 16 68 Shop Online Similar 61% 4 16 81 Please rate your overall health. Similar 68% 9 20 60 What impact,if any,do you think the economy will have on your Similar 15% 16 20 25 family income in the next 6 months?Do you think the impact will be: 109 51 Complete set of frequencies This dashboard contains a complete set of responses to each question on the survey.By default,"Don't know"responses are excluded,but may be added to the table using the response filter to the right.When a table for a question that only permitted a single response does not total to exactly 100%,it is due to the common practice of percentages being rounded to the nearest whole number. Please rate each of the following Denton as a place to live Excellent ■ 26% aspects of quality of life in Denton. Good 50% Fair 18% Poor 6% Your neighborhood as a place to live Excellent 33% Good 41% Fair 19% Poor 8% Denton as a place to raise children Excellent 26% Good 41% Fair 26% Poor 7% Denton as a place to work Excellent 16% Good 42% Fair 30% Poor 13% Denton as a place to visit Excellent 25% Good 36% Fair 30% Poor 9% Denton as a place to retire Excellent 17% Good 33% Fair 29% Poor 21% The overall quality of life Excellent 19% Good 52% Fair 25% Poor 4% 110 52 Please rate each of the following Sense of community Excellent 1s aspects of quality of life in Denton. Good 52% Fair 20% Poor 10% Please rate each of the following Overall economic health Excellent 10% characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. Good 40% Fair 44% Poor 6% Overall quality of the transportation system Excellent 5% Good 32% Fair 27% Poor 36% Overall design or layout of residential and Excellent 5% commercial areas Good 43% Fair 34% Poor 18% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Excellent 11% Good 43% Fair 26% Poor 20% Overall feeling of safety Excellent 9% Good 52% Fair 33% Poor 6% Overall quality of natural environment Excellent 14% Good 37% Fair 34% Poor 16% Overall quality of parks and recreation Excellent 23% opportunities Good 46% Fair 22% 111 53 Please rate each of the following Overall quality of parks and recreation 9% characteristics as they relate to opportunities Poor Denton as a whole. Overall health and wellness opportunities Excellent 16% Good 44% Fair 31% Poor 9% Overall opportunities for education,culture,and Excellent 34% the arts Good 45% Fair 18% Poor 3% Residents'connection and engagement with their Excellent 13% community Good 47% Fair 35%1 Poor 4% Please indicate how likely or unlikely Recommend living in Denton to someone who asks Very likely 31 you are to do each of the following. Somewhat likely 48% Somewhat unlikely 13% Very unlikely 9% Remain in Denton for the next five years Very likely 49% Somewhat likely 26% Somewhat unlikely to% Very unlikely 16% Please rate how safe or unsafe you In your neighborhood during the day Very safe 64% feel: Somewhat safe 27% Neither safe nor unsafe 6% Somewhat unsafe 3% In Denton's downtown/commercial area during Very safe 53% the day Somewhat safe 33% Neither safe nor unsafe 8% Somewhat unsafe 5% Very unsafe 0% From property crime Very safe 24% 112 54 Please rate how safe or unsafe you From property crime 40% feel: Somewhat safe Neither safe nor unsafe 22% Somewhat unsafe ' 11% Very unsafe I 3% From violent crime Very safe 33% Somewhat safe 48% Neither safe nor unsafe 11% Somewhat unsafe 6% Very unsafe 2% From fire,flood,or other natural disaster Very safe 31% Somewhat safe 44% Neither safe nor unsafe 21% Somewhat unsafe 2% Very unsafe 3% Please rate the job you feel the Making all residents feel welcome Excellent 13% Denton community does at each of the following. Good 57% Fair 26% Poor 4% Attracting people from diverse backgrounds Excellent 23% Good 47% Fair 23% Poor 7% Valuing/respecting residents from diverse Excellent 26% backgrounds Good 42% Fair 21% Poor 10% Taking care of vulnerable residents Excellent 14% Good 33% Fair 24% Poor 29% Please rate each of the following in Overall quality of business and service Excellent 21% 113 55 Please rate each of the following in Overall quality of business and service Good 57% the Denton community. establishments Fair 21% Poor 1% Variety of business and service establishments Excellent 19% Good 50% Fair 22% Poor 9% Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area Excellent 26% Good 40% Fair 30% Poor 4% Employment opportunities Excellent 5% Good 40% Fair 35% Poor 20% Shopping opportunities Excellent 15% Good 38% Fair 32% Poor 15% Cost of living Excellent 8% Good 19% Fair 46% Poor 28% Overall image or reputation Excellent 17% Good 49% Fair 27% Poor 7% Please also rate each of the following Traffic flow on major streets Excellent 6% in the Denton community. Good 28% Fair 35% Poor 31% 114 56 Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. Ease of public parking Excellent 4 Good 22% Fair 41% Poor 33% Ease of travel by car Excellent 12% Good 42% Fair 33% Poor 13% Ease of travel by public transportation Excellent 3% Good 20% Fair 24% Poor 53% Ease of travel by bicycle Excellent 3% Good 23% Fair 38% Poor 36% Ease of walking Excellent 12% Good 32% Fair 27% Poor 30% Well-planned residential growth Excellent 5% Good 29% Fair 30% Poor 36% Well-planned commercial growth Excellent 5% Good 38% Fair 28% Poor 28% Well-designed neighborhoods Excellent 4% Good 34% Fair 43% 115 57 Please also rate each of the following Well-designed neighborhoods 18% in the Denton community. Poor Preservation of the historical or cultural character Excellent 22% of the community Good 37% Fair 24% Poor 17% Public places where people want to spend time Excellent 13% Good 40% Fair 38% Poor 9% Variety of housing options Excellent 7% Good 29% Fair 32% Poor 32% Availability of affordable quality housing Excellent 3% Good 17% Fair 29% Poor 51% Overall quality of new development Excellent 7% Good 38% Fair 23% Poor 32% Overall appearance Excellent 12% Good 37% Fair 41% Poor 11% Cleanliness Excellent 5% Good 40% Fair 40% Poor 15% Water resources Excellent 7% Good 27% 116 58 Please also rate each of the following Water resources 45% in the Denton community. Fair Poor 21% Air quality Excellent 8% Good 42% Fair 31% Poor 19% Availability of paths and walking trails Excellent 14% Good 30% Fair 34% Poor 22% Fitness opportunities Excellent 17% Good 37% Fair 35% Poor 11% Recreational opportunities Excellent 20% Good 32% Fair 33% Poor 15% Availability of affordable quality food Excellent 17% Good 41% Fair 33% Poor 10% Availability of affordable quality health care Excellent 9% Good 32% Fair 35% Poor 24% Availability of preventive health services Excellent 11% Good 30% Fair 39% Poor 20% Availability of affordable quality mental health Excellent 9% 117 59 Please also rate each of the following Availability of affordable quality mental health Good 18% in the Denton community. care Fair 39% Poor 35% Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music Excellent 27% activities Good 50% Fair 18%I Poor 5% Community support for the arts Excellent 35% Good 41% Fair 20% Poor 4% Availability of affordable quality Excellent 10% childcare/preschool Good 19% Fair 48% Poor 22% K-12 education Excellent 17% Good 50% Fair 27% Poor 6% Adult educational opportunities Excellent 17% Good 44% Fair 25% Poor 14% Sense of civic/community pride Excellent 20% Good 42% Fair 34% Poor 4% Neighborliness of residents Excellent 10% Good 48% Fair 32% Poor 10% 118 60 Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. Opportunities to participate in social events and Excellent 17 activities Good 50% Fair 29% Poor 5% Opportunities to attend special events and Excellent 22% festivals Good 46% Fair 29% Poor 3% Opportunities to volunteer Excellent 23% Good 50% Fair 25% Poor 1% Opportunities to participate in community Excellent 19% matters Good 46% Fair 31% Poor 4% Openness and acceptance of the community Excellent 22% toward people of diverse backgrounds Good 43% Fair 26% Poor 9% Please indicate whether or not you Contacted the City of Denton for help or No 36% have done each of the following in the information last 12 months. Yes 64% Contacted Denton elected officials to express your No 77% opinion Yes 23% Attended a local public meeting No Yes 13 Watched a local public meeting No 70% Yes 30% Volunteered your time to some group/activity No 69% Yes 31% Campaigned or advocated for a local issue,cause, No is= 74% 119 61 Please indicate whether or not you Campaigned or advocated for a local issue,cause, Yes 26 have done each of the following in the or candidate last 12 months. Voted in your most recent local election No 30% Yes 70% Used public transportation instead of driving No 77% Yes 23% Carpooled with other adults or children instead of No 43% driving alone Yes 57% Walked or biked instead of driving No 50% Yes 50% Please rate the quality of each of the Public information services Excellent 11% following services in Denton. Good 53% Fair 33% Poor 3% Economic development Excellent l0 Good 43% Fair 34% Poor 13% Traffic enforcement Excellent 14% Good 34% Fair 31% Poor 21% Traffic signal timing Excellent 14% Good 21% Fair 39% Poor 26% Street repair Excellent 3% Good 15% Fair 24% Poor 58% Street cleaning Excellent 11% Good 29% 120 62 Please rate the quality of each of the Street cleaning 37% following services in Denton. Fair Poor 23% Street lighting Excellent 8% Good 39% Fair 38% Poor 16% Snow removal Excellent 13% Good 28% Fair 36% Poor 22% Sidewalk maintenance Excellent 4% Good 31% Fair 36% Poor 29% Bus or transit services Excellent 8% Good 27% Fair 32% Poor 33% Land use,planning and zoning Excellent 4% Good 32% Fair 31% Poor 33% Code enforcement Excellent 6% Good 37% Fair 34% Poor 23% Affordable high-speed internet access Excellent 17% Good 31% Fair 34% Poor 18% Garbage collection Excellent 25% 121 63 Please rate the quality of each of the Garbage collection 52% following services in Denton. Good Fair 21% Poor 2% Drinking water Excellent 18% Good 52% Fair 23% Poor 6% Sewer services Excellent 25% Good 49% Fair 20% Poor 7% Storm water management Excellent 18% Good 42% Fair 30% Poor 11% Power(electric and/or gas)utility Excellent 20% Good 53% Fair 23% Poor 4% Utility billing Excellent 26% Good 42% Fair 26% Poor 6% Police/Sheriff services Excellent 20% Good 47% Fair 25% Poor 8% Crime prevention Excellent 12 0 Good 47% Fair 36%I Poor 5% 122 64 Please rate the quality of each of the Animal control Excellent 20% following services in Denton. Good 55% Fair 22% Poor 3% Ambulance or emergency medical services Excellent 26% Good 56% Fair 17% Poor 1% Fire services Excellent 32% Good 54% Fair 13% Poor 1% Fire prevention and education Excellent 19% Good 57% Fair 13% Poor 11% Emergency preparedness Excellent 20% Good 50% Fair 17% Poor 13% Preservation of natural areas Excellent 13% Good 35% Fair 35% Poor 17% Denton open space Excellent 11% Good 36% Fair 35% Poor 18% Recycling Excellent 20% Good J23 Fair 123 65 Please rate the quality of each of the Recycling 9% following services in Denton. Poor Yard waste pick-up Excellent 22% Good 52% Fair 22% Poor 4% City parks Excellent 26% Good 46% Fair 19% Poor 8% Recreation programs or classes Excellent 27% Good 39% Fair 23% Poor 12% Recreation centers or facilities Excellent 24% Good 39% Fair ■ 29% Poor 8% Health services Excellent 16% Good 41% Fair 32% Poor 12% Public library services Excellent 32% Good 48% Fair 19% Poor 1% Overall customer service by Denton employees Excellent 20% Good 57% Fair 20% Poor 3% Please rate the following categories The value of services for the taxes paid to Denton Excellent 3% of Denton government performance. Good 39% 124 66 Please rate the following categories The value of services for the taxes paid to Denton 39% Fair of Denton government performance. Poor 18% The overall direction that Denton is taking Excellent 12% Good 28% Fair 35% Poor 25% The job Denton government does at welcoming Excellent 5% resident involvement Good 45% Fair 40% Poor 10% Overall confidence in Denton government Excellent 3% Good 34% Fair 40% Poor 23% Generally acting in the best interest of the Excellent 5% community Good 37% Fair 35% Poor 24% Being honest Excellent 10% Good 31% Fair 37% Poor 23% Being open and transparent to the public Excellent 11% Good 35% Fair 25% Poor 28% Informing residents about issues facing the Excellent 10% community Good 38% Fair 31% Poor 21% Treating all residents fairly Excellent 6% 125 67 Please rate the following categories Treating all residents fairly Good 46% of Denton government performance. Fair 22% Poor 27% Treating residents with respect Excellent 9% Good 48% Fair 28% Poor 15% Overall,how would you rate the The City of Denton Excellent 18% quality of the services provided by each of the following? Good 42% Fair 29% Poor 11% The Federal Government Excellent 4% Good 23% Fair 41% Poor 31% Please rate how important,if at all, Overall economic health Essential 48% you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the Very important 39% following in the coming two years. Somewhat important 13% Not at all important 0% Overall quality of the transportation system Essential 38% Very important 40% Somewhat important . 21% Not at all important I 2% Overall design or layout of residential and Essential 30% commercial areas Very important 49% Somewhat important . 17% Not at all important 4% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Essential 49% Very important 38% Somewhat important 11% Not at all important 2% 126 68 Please rate how important,if at all, Overall feeling of safety Essential 46% you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the Very important 46% following in the coming two years. Somewhat important ' 8% Not at all important 0% Overall quality of natural environment Essential 49% Very important 30% Somewhat important ■ 21% Not at all important 0% Overall quality of parks and recreation Essential 41% opportunities Very important 44% Somewhat important 15% Not at all important 0% Overall health and wellness opportunities Essential 46% Very important 31% Somewhat important 20% Not at all important 3% Overall opportunities for education,culture,and Essential 41% the arts Very important 33% Somewhat important 24% Not at all important 3% Residents'connection and engagement with their Essential 35% community Very important 36% Somewhat important 24% Not at all important 5% Please rate the following aspects of The availability of information about City Excellent 15% City of Denton communications: programs and services Good 30% Fair 41% Poor 6% Don't Know 8% City efforts to keep citizens informed about local Excellent 16% issues Good 29% 127 69 Please rate the following aspects of City efforts to keep citizens informed about local 38% Fair City of Denton communications: issues Poor 10% Don't Know 8% The quality of the City's website Excellent 15% (www.cityofdenton.com) Good 40% Fair 26% Poor 9% Don't Know 11% The usefulness of information in mailed City Excellent 22% newsletters(Resident Update,Citizen Connection,Construction Guide) Good 37% Fair 26% Poor 6% Don't Know 9% City efforts to engage citizens on social media Excellent 12% Good 23% Fair 22% Poor 11% Don't Know 32% Please indicate how much of a source, City website(www.cityofdenton.com) Major source 55% if at all,you consider each of the following to be for obtaining Minor source 34% information about the City government and its activities,events Not a source 11% and services: City mailed newsletters(Resident Update,Citizen Major source 46% Connection,Construction Guide) Minor source 43%1 Not a source 11% City cable television channel(Charter 194,Grande Major source , 14% 12,Frontier 38) , Minor source 16% Not a source 70% Social Media Channels(Facebook,Twitter, Major source 42% Instagram,Nextdoor,Youtube) Minor source 36% Not a source 23% City email news updates and alerts Major source 42% 128 70 Please indicate how much of a source, City email news updates and alerts 28% if at all,you consider each of the Minor source following to be for obtaining 30% Not a source information about the City government and its activities,events Local news media sources,such as the Denton Major source 42% and services: Record-Chronicle Minor source 38% Not a source 20% Your homeowner/neighborhood association Major source 20% Minor source 26% Not a source 55% City staff or public buildings(brochures,posters, Major source 21% signage) Minor source 45% Not a source 34% City Council Major source 24% Minor source 38% Not a source 38% Word of mouth/friends Major source 43% Minor source 48% Not a source 10% Thinking about your most recent The ease of locating contact information Excellent 16% experience with the City of Denton, please rate your impression of the Good 44% following categories of customer service performance: Fair 33% Poor 6% The availability of City staff(hours of operation) Excellent 20% Good 47% Fair 30% Poor 2% The length of time you waited(waiting on hold, Excellent 17% waiting in line,etc.)to submit a request Good 44% Fair 31% Poor 8% The courtesy and helpfulness of City staff Excellent 34% Good 47% 129 71 Thinking about your most recent The courtesy and helpfulness of City staff 18 Fair experience with the City of Denton, please rate your impression of the Poor 10 following categories of customer service performance: The competence and knowledge of City staff Excellent 32 0 Good 52% Fair 15 0 Poor 0% The timely resolution of your request Excellent 29 a Good 48% Fair 21 0 Poor 2% In general,how many times do you: Access the internet from your home Several times a day 3 Once a day 5% A few times a week 8 Every few weeks 1 Less often or never 3 Access the internet from your cell phone Several times a day Once a day 4% A few times a week 3 Every few weeks 0 Less often or never 2 Visit social media sites Several times a day 63 Once a day 14 0 A few times a week 8 0 Every few weeks 10 Less often or never 14 Use or check email Several times a day 80 Once a day 16 0 A few times a week 2 0 Every few weeks 10 Less often or never 10 Share your opinions online Several times a day 11 0 130 72 In general,how many times do you: Share your opinions online 6% Once a day A few times a week 14% Every few weeks 15% Less often or never 54% Shop online Several times a day 16% Once a day ' 7% A few times a week 38% Every few weeks 26% Less often or never 13% Please rate your overall health. Excellent 25% Very good 43% Good 24%1 Fair 6% Poor 1% What impact,if any,do you think the economy will Very positive 6% have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: Somewhat positive 6% Neutral 39% Somewhat negative 36% Very negative 12% How many years have you lived in Denton? Less than 2 years 14% 2-5 years 31% 6-10 years 13% 11-20 years 18% More than 20 years 23% Which best describes the building you live in? One family house detached from 54% any other houses Building with two or more 43% homes(duplex,townhome,apa.. 6 Mobile home 3% Other 1% Do you rent or own your home? Rent 51% Own 49% About how much is your monthly housing cost for Less than$500 3% 131 73 About how much is your monthly housing cost for $500 to$999 22 a the place you live(including rent,mortgage payment,property tax,property insurance and $1,000 to$1,499 33 homeowners'association(HOA)fees)? $1,500 to$1,999 20 $2,000 to$2,499 14 0 $2,500 to$2,999 6 $3,000 to$3,499 1 $3,500 or more 1 Do any children 17 or under live in your No 72 0 household? Yes 280 Are you or any other members of your household No 76 aged 65 or older? Yes 24 0 How much do you anticipate your household's Less than$25,000 15 0 total income before taxes will be for the current year?(Please include in your total income money $25,000 to$49,999 25 0 from all sources for all persons living in your household.) $50,000 to$74,999 25 $75,000 to$99,999 15 0 $100,000 to$149,999 11 0 $150,000 or more 8 0 Are you Spanish,Hispanic or Latino? No,not Spanish,Hispanic,or 80 0 Latino Yes,I consider myself to be 20 Spanish,Hispanic,or Latino What is your race?(Mark one or more races to American Indian or Alaskan 2 0 indicate what race you consider yourself to be.) Native Asian,Asian Indian,or Pacific 11 0 Islander Black or African American 5 0 White 3 0 Other 5 0 In which category is your age? 18-24 years 13 0 25-34 years 38 0 35-44 years 10 0 45-54 years 16 0 55-64 years 5 0 65-74 years 11% 75 years or older 8 0 132 74 What is your gender? Female 49 0 Male 45 0 Identify in another way 6 0 133 75 Full trends This table contains the trends overtime for the City of Denton.The combined"percent positive"responses for each survey year are presented(e.g.,excellent/good or yes). If an item was not included during an administration of the survey,no percentage will be shown in the table. If the difference between the 2018 and 2022 surveys is greater than nine percentage points,the change is statistically significant. It is important to note that in 2020,The NCS survey was updated to include new and refreshed items.Consequently,some of the trends may be impacted due to wording modifications that could have potentially altered the meaning of the item for the respondent. CD O .�-I -i � N aMi N N N N N Please rate each of the following Denton as a place to live 85% 89% 86% 86% 77% aspects of quality of life in Denton. Your neighborhood as a place to live 77% 82% 81% 73% Denton as a place to raise children 81% 80% 79% 68% Denton as a place to work 70% 62% 71% 58% Denton as a place to visit 72% 73% 65% 61% Denton as a place to retire 69% 64% 58% 51% The overall quality of life 89% 85% 80% 83% 72% Sense of community 68% 73% 73% 71% Please rate each of the following Overall economic health 73% 64% 68% 51% characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. Overall quality of the transportation system 37% Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas 67% 53% 59% 48% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure 55% Overall feeling of safety 80% 78% 77% 62% Overall quality of natural environment 71% 62% 62% 52% Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities 70% Overall health and wellness opportunities 72% 67% 67% 61% Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts 89% 83% 87% 79% Residents'connection and engagement with their community 61% 134 76 Please indicate how likely or Recommend living in Denton to someone who asks 89% 84% 89% 79% unlikely you are to do each of the following. Remain in Denton for the next five years 84% 82% 76% 75% Please rate how safe or unsafe you In your neighborhood during the day 93% 94% 91% feel: In Denton's downtown/commercial area during the day 92% 88% 87% From property crime 65% From violent crime 81% From fire,flood,or other natural disaster 75% Please rate the job you feel the Making all residents feel welcome 71% Denton community does at each of the following. Attracting people from diverse backgrounds 70% Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds 69% Taking care of vulnerable residents 47% Please rate each of the following Overall quality of business and service establishments 74% 72% 78% 79% in the Denton community. Variety of business and service establishments 70% Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area 78% 81% 78% 66% Employment opportunities 48% 40% 55% 47% Shopping opportunities 62% 59% 63% 54% Cost of living 60% 49% 48% 27% Overall image or reputation 76% 76% 76% 67% Please also rate each of the Traffic flow on major streets 27% 15% 26% 34% following in the Denton community. Ease of public parking 34% 24% 32% 27% Ease of travel by car 45% 36% 44% 56% Ease of travel by public transportation 44% 26% 51% 23% Ease of travel by bicycle 41% 32% 47% 26% Ease of walking 52% 41% 63% 45% 135 77 Please also rate each of the following in the Denton Well-planned residential growth 36% community. Well-planned commercial growth 45% Well-designed neighborhoods 81% 40% Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the community 60% Public places where people want to spend time 72% 76% 73% 53% Variety of housing options 69% 460 61% 360 Availability of affordable quality housing 48% 43% 19% Overall quality of new development 68% 58% 72% 46% Overall appearance 67% 66% 75% 50% Cleanliness 67% 59% 64% 45% Water resources 35% Air quality 56% 34% 71% 50% Availability of paths and walking trails 47% 40% 53% 44% Fitness opportunities 76% 68% 72% 54% Recreational opportunities 74% 67% 75% 53% Availability of affordable quality food 81% 78% 81% 59% Availability of affordable quality health care 73% 62% 66% 41% Availability of preventive health services 72% 63% 70% 41% Availability of affordable quality mental health care 58% 40% 64% 28% Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities 87% 87% 86% 77% Community support for the arts 76% Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool 44% 47% 44% 31% K-12 education 68% 65% 63% 68% Adult educational opportunities 79% 76% 83% 61% 136 78 Please also rate each of the following in the Denton Sense of civic/community pride 63% community. Neighborliness of residents 64% 66% 64% 59% Opportunities to participate in social events and activities 79% 81% 83% 67% Opportunities to attend special events and festivals 85% 80% 77% 68% Opportunities to volunteer 81% 83% 83% 74% Opportunities to participate in community matters 75% 73% 89% 66% Openness and acceptance of the community toward people of 64% 67% 81% 66% diverse backgrounds Please indicate whether or not you Contacted the City of Denton for help or information 49% 52% 52% 63% have done each of the following in the last 12 months. Contacted Denton elected officials to express your opinion 19% 13% 23% Attended a local public meeting 21% 46% 20% 14% Watched a local public meeting 22% 45% 16% 30% Volunteered your time to some group/activity 43% 63% 37% 30% Campaigned or advocated for a local issue,cause,or candidate 30% 20% 26% Voted in your most recent local election 70% Used public transportation instead of driving 27% 31% 30% 23% Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone 48% 52% 50% 57% Walked or biked instead of driving 55% 54% 55% 51% Please rate the quality of each of Public information services 72% 73% 78% 64% the following services in Denton. Economic development 62% 52% 63% 54% Traffic enforcement 54% 55% 60% 50% Traffic signal timing 60% 39% 29% 33% 37% Street repair 34% 21% 13% 19% 19% Street cleaning 52% 46% 48% 40% Street lighting 50% 45% 47% 137 79 Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. Snow removal 37% 45% 41 Sidewalk maintenance 44% 27% 40% 36% Bus or transit services 68% 41% 60% 35% Land use,planning and zoning 57% 34% 55% 37% Code enforcement 57% 51% 40% 47% 44% Affordable high-speed internet access 48% Garbage collection 86% 89% 86% 92% 78% Drinking water 87% 85% 74% 74% 72% Sewer services 84% 88% 81% 81% 74% Storm water management 66% 64% 61% 68% 65% 60% Power(electric and/or gas)utility 84% 75% 80% 74% Utility billing 77% 67% 73% 69% Police/Sheriff services 85% 87% 72% 78% 75% 68% Crime prevention 69% 69% 61% 60% Animal control 73% 74% 67% 66% 75% 76% Ambulance or emergency medical services 94% 93% 86% 91% 96% 83% Fire services 89% 96% 90% 93% 92% 86% Fire prevention and education 73% 80% 72% 75% Emergency preparedness 66% 69% 72% 69% Preservation of natural areas 64% 62% 50% 49% Denton open space 58% 56% 51% 48% Recycling 85% 86% 85% 68% Yard waste pick-up 81% 85% 83% 75% City parks 90% 89% 83% 85% 73% 138 80 Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. Recreation programs or classes 93% 89% 80% 78% 72% 65% Recreation centers or facilities 87% 81% 76% 68% 64% Health services 71% 65% 76% 57% Public library services 95% 96% 90% 92% 95% 81% Overall customer service by Denton employees 73% 74% 73% 76% Please rate the following The value of services for the taxes paid to Denton 53% 46% 50% 42% categories of Denton government performance. The overall direction that Denton is taking 69% 48% 64% 41% The job Denton government does at welcoming resident 58% 45% 62% 50% involvement Overall confidence in Denton government 59% 37% 51% 39% Generally acting in the best interest of the community 65% 39% 58% 43% Being honest 62% 42% 57% 41% Being open and transparent to the public 47% Informing residents about issues facing the community 48% Treating all residents fairly 55% 39% 59% 52% Treating residents with respect 57% Overall,how would you rate the The City of Denton 78% 83% 61% quality of the services provided by each of the following? The Federal Government 34% 42% 29% Please rate how important,if at Overall economic health 93% 87% all,you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the Overall quality of the transportation system 78% following in the coming two years. Overall design or layout of residential and commercial areas 76% 79% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure 87% Overall feeling of safety 86% 92% Overall quality of natural environment 87% 79% Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities 85% 139 81 Please rate how important,if at 78% 77 all,you think it is for the Denton Overall health and wellness opportunities community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts 83% 74% Residents'connection and engagement with their community 87% 7 1% In general,how many times do Access the internet from your home 96% you: Access the internet from your cell phone 98% Visit social media sites 85% Use or check email 98% Share your opinions online 32% Shop online 61% Please rate your overall health. 55% 52% 68% What impact,if any,do you think the economy will have on your 35% 36% 15% family income in the next 6 months?Do you think the impact will be: 140 82 Methods (open participation) As part of its participation in The National Community SurveyTM(The NCSTM),the City of Denton conducted a survey of 2,800 residents.Survey invitations were mailed to randomly selected households and data were collected from April 19th,2022 to June 10th,2022.The results from this main survey effort represent the most robust estimate of your residents'opinions. After the above data collection period was underway,a link to an online open participation survey was publicized by the City of Denton.The open participation survey was identical to the probability sample survey with two small updates; it included a map at the beginning asking where the respondent lives and also a question about where they heard about the survey.The open participation survey was open to all city residents and became available on May 24th,2022.The survey remained open for 2 weeks and there were 187 responses. The open participation survey data were not collected through a random sample and it is unknown who in the community was aware of the survey;therefore,a level of confidence in the representativeness of the sample cannot be estimated.However,to reduce bias where possible,these data were statistically weighted to match the demographic characteristics of the 2010 Census and 2019 American Community Survey estimates for adults in the City of Denton.The characteristics used for weighting were age,sex,race,Hispanic origin,housing type,housing tenure,and area.No adjustments were made for design effects.Weights were calculated using an iterative,multiplicative raking model known as the ANES Weighting Algorithm.*The results of the weighting scheme for the open participation survey are presented in the following table. *Pasek,J.(2010).ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved from https:, web.stanford.edu/group/iriss/cqi-bin/anesrake/resources/Raking Description.pdf Unweighted Weighted Target* Age 18-34 26% 49% 48% 35-54 39% 25% 26% 55+ 34% 26% 26% Area District 1 14% 24% 24% District 2 43% 26% 26% District 3 25% 24% 24% District 18% 26% 26% Hispanic origin No,not Spanish,Hispanic,or Latino 89% 79% 79% Yes,I consider myself to be Spanish,Hispa.. 11% 21% 21% Housing tenure Own 76% 49% 49% Rent 24% 51% 51% Housing type Attached 16% 44% 44% Detached 84% 56% 56% Race&Hispanic Not white alone 17% 38% 38% origin White alone,not Hispanic or Latino 83% 62% 62% Sex Female 57% 52% 52% Male 43% 48% 48% Sex/age Female 18-34 13% 25% 25% Female 35-54 23% 13% 13% Female 55+ 20% 14% 14% Male 18-34 11% 23% 23% Male 35-54 18% 13% 13% Male 55+ 15% 12% 12% 141 83 Open participation survey results This dashboard contains a complete set of responses to each question on the open participation survey.By default,"don't know"responses are excluded,but may be added to the table using the response filter to the right.When a table for a question that only permitted a single response does not total to exactly 100%,it is due to the common practice of percentages being rounded to the nearest whole number. In which area of Denton do you live?(Refer to map Area 1 24% above.) Area 2 26% Area 3 24% Area 4 26% None of these/1 don't live in 1% Denton Please rate each of the following Denton as a place to live Excellent 13% aspects of quality of life in Denton. Good 53% Fair 26% Poor 7% Your neighborhood as a place to live Excellent 25% Good 44% Fair 21% Poor 11% Denton as a place to raise children Excellent 18% Good 31% Fair 35% Poor 16% Denton as a place to work Excellent 10% Good 32% Fair 34% Poor 23% Denton as a place to visit Excellent 17% Good 41% Fair 23% Poor 18% Denton as a place to retire Excellent 18% Good 34% Fair 20% 142 84 Please rate each of the following Denton as a place to retire 28% aspects of quality of life in Denton. Poor The overall quality of life Excellent 7% Good 50% Fair 35% Poor 8% Sense of community Excellent 18% Good 34% Fair 35% Poor 14% Please rate each of the following Overall economic health Excellent 3% characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. Good 34% Fair 48% Poor 14% Overall quality of the transportation system Excellent 1% Good ■ 22% Fair 23% Poor 53% Overall design or layout of residential and Excellent 3% commercial areas Good 28% Fair 37% Poor 32% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Excellent 13% Good 44% Fair 27% Poor 16% Overall feeling of safety Excellent 11% Good 34% Fair 31% Poor 24% Overall quality of natural environment Excellent 13% Good 31% Fair 33% 143 85 Please rate each of the following Overall quality of natural environment 23% characteristics as they relate to Poor Denton as a whole. Overall quality of parks and recreation Excellent 21% opportunities Good 42% Fair 21% Poor 15% Overall health and wellness opportunities Excellent 13% Good 34% Fair 34% Poor 19% Overall opportunities for education,culture,and Excellent 30% the arts Good 37% Fair 22% Poor 12% Residents'connection and engagement with their Excellent 14% community Good 45% Fair 27% Poor 14% Please indicate how likely or unlikely Recommend living in Denton to someone who asks Very likely 22% you are to do each of the following. Somewhat likely 51% Somewhat unlikely 11% Very unlikely 17% Remain in Denton for the next five years Very likely 37% Somewhat likely 38% Somewhat unlikely 11% Very unlikely 14% Please rate how safe or unsafe you In your neighborhood during the day Very safe 50% feel: Somewhat safe 31% Neither safe nor unsafe 7% Somewhat unsafe 8% Very unsafe 4% In Denton's downtown/commercial area during the Very safe 39% dayrM Somewhat safe 44% 144 86 Please rate how safe or unsafe you In Denton's downtown/commercial area during the 7% feel: day Neither safe nor unsafe Somewhat unsafe 5% Very unsafe 5% From property crime Very safe 14% Somewhat safe 33% Neither safe nor unsafe 12% Somewhat unsafe 32% Very unsafe 10% From violent crime Very safe 25% Somewhat safe 33% Neither safe nor unsafe 14% Somewhat unsafe 17% Very unsafe 11% From fire,flood,or other natural disaster Very safe 28% Somewhat safe 4 6% Neither safe nor unsafe 17% Somewhat unsafe 6% Very unsafe 2% Please rate the job you feel the Making all residents feel welcome Excellent 18% Denton community does at each of the following. Good 29% Fair 34% Poor 19% Attracting people from diverse backgrounds Excellent 24% Good 30% Fair 28% Poor 18% Valuing/respecting residents from diverse Excellent 23% backgrounds Good 23% Fair 35% Poor 19% Taking care of vulnerable residents Excellent 12% Good 17% 145 87 Please rate the job you feel the Taking care of vulnerable residents 32% Fair Denton community does at each of the following. Poor 39% Please rate each of the following in Overall quality of business and service Excellent 19% the Denton community. establishments Good 49% Fair 25% Poor 7% Variety of business and service establishments Excellent 17% Good 48% Fair 23% Poor 12% Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area Excellent 28% Good 40% Fair 20% Poor 12% Employment opportunities Excellent 5% Good 29% Fair 40% Poor 25% Shopping opportunities Excellent 14% Good 34% Fair 30% Poor 23% Cost of living Excellent 3% Good 26% Fair 31% Poor 41% Overall image or reputation Excellent 12% Good 44% Fair 25% Poor 20% Please also rate each of the following Traffic flow on major streets Excellent 3% in the Denton community. Good 22% 146 88 Please also rate each of the following Traffic flow on major streets 37% Fair in the Denton community. Poor 38% Ease of public parking Excellent 11% Good 22% Fair 37% Poor 31% Ease of travel by car Excellent 10% Good 34% Fair 37% Poor 19% Ease of travel by public transportation Excellent I 1% Good ' 10% Fair ■ 26% Poor 63% Ease of travel by bicycle Excellent 6% Good 11% Fair 30% Poor 53% Ease of walking Excellent 3% Good 20% Fair 40% Poor 38% Well-planned residential growth Excellent 3% Good 15% Fair 33% Poor 48% Well-planned commercial growth Excellent 0% Good 16% Fair 38% Poor 45% Well-designed neighborhoods Excellent 7% Good 23% 147 89 Please also rate each of the following Well-designed neighborhoods 90% Fair in the Denton community. Poor 30% Preservation of the historical or cultural character Excellent 10% of the community Good 33% Fair 40% Poor 17% Public places where people want to spend time Excellent 15% Good 35% Fair 32% Poor 18% Variety of housing options Excellent I 3% Good 17% Fair 36% Poor 43% Availability of affordable quality housing Excellent 3% Good 7% Fair 30% Poor 61% Overall quality of new development Excellent 2% Good 20% Fair 43% Poor 35% Overall appearance Excellent 7% Good 43% Fair 31% Poor 20% Cleanliness Excellent 8% Good 44% Fair 30% Poor 18% Water resources Excellent 7% Good 22% 148 90 Please also rate each of the following Water resources 33% Fair in the Denton community. Poor 38% Air quality Excellent 9% Good 32% Fair 28% Poor 30% Availability of paths and walking trails Excellent 10% Good 29% Fair 40% Poor 21% Fitness opportunities Excellent 14% Good 31% Fair 38% Poor 18% Recreational opportunities Excellent 11% Good 29% Fair 48% Poor 12% Availability of affordable quality food Excellent 13% Good 36% Fair 27% Poor 24% Availability of affordable quality health care Excellent 11% Good 32% Fair 27% Poor 31% Availability of preventive health services Excellent 11% Good 36% Fair 28% Poor 25% Availability of affordable quality mental health care Excellent 2% Good 27% 149 91 Please also rate each of the following Availability of affordable quality mental healthcare 24% in the Denton community. 0 Fair Poor 47% Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music Excellent 32% activities Good 28% Fair 28% Poor 12% Community support for the arts Excellent 31% Good 30% Fair 31% Poor 8% Availability of affordable quality Excellent 2% childcare/preschool Good 30% Fair 28% Poor 40% K-12 education Excellent 14% Good 31% Fair 29% Poor 26% Adult educational opportunities Excellent 24% Good 41% Fair 30% Poor 4% Sense of civic/community pride Excellent 21% Good 33% Fair 28% Poor 17% Neighborliness of residents Excellent 14% Good 34% Fair 32% Poor 20% Opportunities to participate in social events and Excellent 27% activities Good 30% 150 92 Please also rate each of the following Opportunities to participate in social events and 33% Fair in the Denton community. activities Poor 10% Opportunities to attend special events and Excellent 29% festivals Good 34% Fair 25% Poor 11% Opportunities to volunteer Excellent 27% Good 42% Fair 23% Poor 8% Opportunities to participate in community matters Excellent 20% Good 38% Fair 29% Poor 12% Openness and acceptance of the community toward Excellent 24% people of diverse backgrounds Good 29% Fair 29% Poor 18% Please indicate whether or not you Contacted the City of Denton for help or No 29% have done each of the following in the information last 12 months. Yes 71% Contacted Denton elected officials to express your No 75% opinion Yes 25% Attended a local public meeting No 75% Yes 25% Watched a local public meeting No 49% Yes 51% Volunteered your time to some group/activity No 41% Yes 59% Campaigned or advocated for a local issue,cause, No 67% or candidate Yes 33% Voted in your most recent local election No 23% Yes 77% 151 93 Please indicate whether or not you Used public transportation instead of driving No 72% have done each of the following in the last 12 months. Yes 28% Carpooled with other adults or children instead of No 38% driving alone Yes 62% Walked or biked instead of driving No 45% Yes 55% Please rate the quality of each of the Public information services Excellent 10% following services in Denton. Good 47% Fair 33% Poor 10% Economic development Excellent 5% Good 27% Fair 44% Poor 25% Traffic enforcement Excellent 4% Good 31% Fair 37% Poor 28% Traffic signal timing Excellent 3% Good 35% Fair 34% Poor 27% Street repair Excellent 2% Good 7% Fair 27% Poor 64% Street cleaning Excellent 9% Good 37% Fair 29% Poor 25% Street lighting Excellent 4% Good 42% 152 94 Please rate the quality of each of the Street lighting 36% following services in Denton. Fair Poor 18% Snow removal Excellent 4% Good 26% Fair 55% Poor 16% Sidewalk maintenance Excellent 4% Good 20% Fair 40% Poor 35% Bus or transit services Excellent 4% Good 21% Fair 25% Poor 50% Land use,planning and zoning Excellent 3% Good 13% Fair 37% Poor 47% Code enforcement Excellent 10% Good 31% Fair 27% Poor 32% Affordable high-speed internet access Excellent 11% Good 42% Fair 27% Poor ■ 20% Garbage collection Excellent 33% Good 49% Fair 14% Poor 3% Drinking water Excellent 23% Good 51% 153 95 Please rate the quality of each of the Drinking water 18% following services in Denton. Fair Poor 8% Sewer services Excellent 26% Good 58% Fair 12% Poor 3% Storm water management Excellent 22% Good 45% Fair 27% Poor 6% Power(electric and/or gas)utility Excellent 29% Good 43% Fair 21% Poor 7% Utility billing Excellent 21% Good 46% Fair 23% Poor 11% Police/Sheriff services Excellent 18% Good 35% Fair 31% Poor 16% Crime prevention Excellent 10% Good 33% Fair 27% Poor 29% Animal control Excellent 29% Good 35% Fair 15% Poor 21% Ambulance or emergency medical services Excellent 31% Good 50% 154 96 Please rate the quality of each of the Ambulance or emergency medical services ,Fair 14% following services in Denton. Poor 5% Fire services Excellent 38% Good 53% Fair 9% Fire prevention and education Excellent 30% Good 26% Fair 27% Poor 17% Emergency preparedness Excellent 16% Good 41% Fair 28% Poor 14% Preservation of natural areas Excellent 9% Good 27% Fair 29% Poor 35% Denton open space Excellent 9% Good 22% Fair 41% Poor 28% Recycling Excellent 21% Good 29% Fair 32% Poor 18% Yard waste pick-up Excellent 39% Good 37% Fair 18% Poor 5% City parks Excellent 20% Good 51% Fair 20% 155 97 Please rate the quality of each of the City parks Poor 10% following services in Denton. Recreation programs or classes Excellent 17% Good 45% Fair 32% Poor 6% Recreation centers or facilities Excellent , 12% Good 44%I Fair 33% Poor 11% Health services Excellent 9% Good 44% Fair 27% Poor 21% Public library services Excellent 45% Good 41% Fair 12 Poor 2% Overall customer service by Denton employees Excellent 23% Good 47% Fair 20% Poor 10% Please rate the following categories The value of services for the taxes paid to Denton Excellent 4% of Denton government performance. Good 32% Fair 35% Poor 28% The overall direction that Denton is taking Excellent 7% Good 13% Fair 39% Poor 40% The job Denton government does at welcoming Excellent 12% resident involvement Good 29% Fair 33% 156 98 Please rate the following categories The job Denton government does at welcoming Poor 26 of Denton government performance. resident involvement Overall confidence in Denton government Excellent 7% Good 19% Fair 33% Poor 41% Generally acting in the best interest of the Excellent 9% community Good 17% Fair 37% Poor 36% Being honest Excellent 7% Good 32% Fair 25% Poor 36% Being open and transparent to the public Excellent 6% Good 30% Fair 25% Poor 38% Informing residents about issues facing the Excellent 16% community Good 220 Fair 28% Poor 34% Treating all residents fairly Excellent 9% Good 27% Fair 24% Poor 39% Treating residents with respect Excellent 10% Good 41% Fair 26% Poor 23% Overall,how would you rate the The City of Denton Excellent 14% quality of the services provided by each of the following? Good 36% Fair 39% 157 99 Overall,how would you rate the The City of Denton 12% quality of the services provided by Poor each of the following? The Federal Government Excellent 1% Good 28% Fair 36% Poor 35% Please rate how important,if at all, Overall economic health Essential 38% you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the Very important 41% following in the coming two years. Somewhat important 21% Overall quality of the transportation system Essential 50% Very important 40% Somewhat important 8% Not at all important 2% Overall design or layout of residential and Essential 48% commercial areas Very important 30% Somewhat important 21% Not at all important 1% Overall quality of the utility infrastructure Essential 45% Very important 52% Somewhat important 2% Overall feeling of safety Essential 54% Very important 29% Somewhat important 17% Not at all important 0% Overall quality of natural environment Essential 41% Very important 34% Somewhat important 24% Not at all important 0% Overall quality of parks and recreation Essential 24% opportunities Very important 42% Somewhat important 30% Not at all important 5% Overall health and wellness opportunities Essential 31% 158 100 Please rate how important,if at all, Overall health and wellness opportunities 30 you think it is for the Denton Very important community to focus on each of the Somewhat important 34% following in the coming two years. Not at all important 4 0 Overall opportunities for education,culture,and Essential 25 0 the arts Very important 44 0 Somewhat important ■ 25% Not at all important ' 6 0 Residents'connection and engagement with their Essential . 18 0 community Very important 40 0 Somewhat important 36% Not at all important 6 0 Please rate the following aspects of The availability of information about City programs Excellent 8% City of Denton communications: and services Good 440 Fair 31% Poor 12 0 Don't Know 4 0 City efforts to keep citizens informed about local Excellent 8 issues Good 310 Fair 41 0 Poor 190 Don't Know 2 0 The quality of the City's website Excellent 11% (www.cityofdenton.com) Good 390 Fair 27 0 Poor 140 Don't Know 9 0 The usefulness of information in mailed City Excellent 16 newsletters(Resident Update,Citizen Connection, Construction Guide) Good 44 Fair 11 0 Poor 130 Don't Know 16 0 City efforts to engage citizens on social media Excellent 5 159 101 Please rate the following aspects of City efforts to engage citizens on social media Good 30 City of Denton communications: Fair 22% Poor 140 Don't Know 29% Please indicate how much of a source, City website(www.cityofdenton.com) Major source 65 if at all,you consider each of the following to be for obtaining Minorsource 29% information about the City government and its activities,events Not a source 6 and services: City mailed newsletters(Resident Update,Citizen Major source 40% Connection,Construction Guide) Minorsource 360 Not a source 24% City cable television channel(Charter 194,Grande Major source 7 12,Frontier 38) Minorsource 17% Not a source 75 0 Social Media Channels(Facebook,Twitter, Major source 45 0 Instagram,Nextdoor,Youtube) Minorsource 450 Not a source 10 0 City email news updates and alerts Major source 30 Minorsource 360 Not a source 34 0 Local news media sources,such as the Denton Major source 44% Record-Chronicle Minorsource 300 Not a source 26 0 Your homeowner/neighborhood association Major source 10 Minorsource 160 Not a source 74 0 City staff or public buildings(brochures,posters, Major source 10 0 signage) Minorsource 450 Not a source 45 0 City Council Major source 23 0 Minorsource 380 Not a source 39% Word of mouth/friends Major source 43 0 160 102 following to be for obtaining Word of mouth/friends Minor source 4 6% information about the City government and its activities,events ' Not a source 12 and services' Thinking about your most recent The ease of locating contact information Excellent , 14% experience with the City of Denton, please rate your impression of the Good 48% following categories of customer service performance: Fair 31% Poor 6% The availability of City staff(hours of operation) Excellent 22% Good 46% Fair 27% Poor 5% The length of time you waited(waiting on hold, Excellent 24% waiting in line,etc.)to submit a request Good 39% Fair 18% Poor 18% The courtesy and helpfulness of City staff Excellent 33% Good 44% Fair 17% Poor 6% The competence and knowledge of City staff Excellent 27% Good 40% Fair 29% Poor 3% The timely resolution of your request Excellent 30% Good 43% Fair 19% Poor 8% In general,how many times do you: Access the internet from your home Several times a day 3% Once a day 6% A few times a week 7% Every few weeks 3% Less often or never rM1% Access the internet from your cell phone Several times a day 161 103 In general,how many times do you: Access the internet from your cell phone 4 Once a day A few times a week 1% Every few weeks 0 0 Less often or never 5% Visit social media sites Several times a day 72 Once a day 10 0 A few times a week 4 0 Every few weeks 3% Less often or never 11 0 Use or check email Several times a day 80% Once a day 16 0 A few times a week I 4 0 Every few weeks I 0 0 Share your opinions online Several times a day ■ 27 0 Once a day I 10 A few times a week . 16 0 Every few weeks 13 0 Less often or never 43 0 Shop online Several times a day 12 0 Once a day 4 0 A few times a week 34 o Every few weeks 45 0 Less often or never 6 0 Please rate your overall health. Excellent 14 0 Very good 51 0 Good 300 Fair 4 0 Poor 10 What impact,if any,do you think the economy will Very positive 3 have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: Somewhat positive 5 0 Neutral 29 0 Somewhat negative 45 0 162 104 have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: Very negative 1a How many years have you lived in Denton? Less than 2 years 13% 2-5 years 33% 6-10 years 13% 11-20 years 15% More than 20 years 25% Which best describes the building you live in? One family house detached from 55% any other houses Building with two or more 44% homes(duplex,townhome,apa.. Mobile home 0% Other 1% Do you rent or own your home? Rent 51% Own 49% About how much is your monthly About how much is your monthly housing cost for Less than$500 4% housing cost for the place you live the place you live(including rent,mortgage (including rent,mortgage payment, payment,property tax,property insurance and $500 to$999 18% property tax,property insurance,and homeowners'association(HOA)fees)? - homeowners'association(HOA)fees)? $1,000 to$1,499 36% $1,500 to$1,999 17% $2,000 to$2,499 12% $2,500 to$2,999 7% $3,000 to$3,499 2% $3,500 or more 2% Do any children 17 or under live in your household? No 74% Yes 26% Are you or any other members of your household No 3% aged 65 or older? Yes 17% How much do you anticipate your household's total Less than$25,000 22% income before taxes will be for the current year? (Please include in your total income money from all $25,000 to$49,999 15% sources for all persons living in your household.) $50,000 to$74,999 8% $75,000 to$99,999 16% $100,000 to$149,999 20% $150,000 or more 19% Are you Spanish,Hispanic,or Latino? Are you Spanish,Hispanic or Latino? No,not Spanish,Hispanic,or 79% Latino Yes,I consider myself to be 21% Spanish,Hispanic,or Latino 163 105 What is your race?(Mark one or more races to American Indian or Alaskan 6 0 indicate what race you consider yourself to be.) Native Asian,Asian Indian,or Pacific 6% Islander Black or African American 3 0 White Other 90 In which category is your age? 18-24 years 20 0 25-34 years 2 9 0 35-44 years 14% 45-54 years 110 55-64 years 12% 65-74 years 110 75 years or older 2% What is your gender? Female 51 Male 47% Identify in another way I 2 0 How did you hear about this survey?(Select all that The city's website ' 11% apply.) The city's social media 490 (Facebook,Twitter,Instagram,.. Received an email from the city 10 0 In a city newsletter or utility bill 0 0 Received a postcard or letter 1% from the city Nextdoor 90 In my Facebook feed 9 0 Saw it on the city's cable 0 0 channel Saw it in a newspaper article or 4 0 ad(hard copy or online) Saw a flyer or poster about it 10 Heard about it from a family 9 member,friend or neighbor Heard about it from a business 4 0 or social organization in my co.. Polco's weekly email 0 0 Other 130 164 106 Please complete this survey if you are the adult(age 18 or older) in the household who most recently had a birthday(the year of birth does not matter).Your responses are confidential and no identifying information will be shared. 1. Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Denton. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know Denton as a place to live.......................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Your neighborhood as a place to live..............................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Denton as a place to raise children..................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Denton as a place to work....................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Denton as a place to visit......................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Denton as a place to retire...................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 The overall quality of life in Denton................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Senseof community................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 2. Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Denton as a whole. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know Overall economic health of Denton..................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of the transportation system(auto,bicycle,foot,bus) inDenton.................................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall design or layout of Denton's residential and commercial areas (e.g.,homes,buildings,streets,parks,etc.) ................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure in Denton (water,sewer,storm water,electric/gas,broadband)........................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall feeling of safety in Denton...................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of natural environment in Denton....................................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities............................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall health and wellness opportunities in Denton.............................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall opportunities for education,culture,and the arts.....................................1 2 3 4 5 Residents'connection and engagement with their community..........................1 2 3 4 5 3. Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following. Very Somewhat Somewhat Very Don't likely likely unlikely unlikely know Recommend living in Denton to someone who asks..........................1 2 3 4 5 Remain in Denton for the next five years................................................1 2 3 4 5 4. Please rate how safe or unsafe you feel: Very Somewhat Neither safe Somewhat Very Don't safe safe nor unsafe unsafe unsafe know In your neighborhood during the day......................................1 2 3 4 5 6 In Denton's downtown/commercial area duringthe day...............................................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 From property crime.......................................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 From violent crime...........................................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 From fire,flood,or other natural disaster.............................1 2 3 4 5 6 5. Please rate the job you feel the Denton community does at each of the following. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know Making all residents feel welcome...................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Attracting people from diverse backgrounds..............................................................1 2 3 4 5 Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds...................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Taking care of vulnerable residents (elderly,disabled,homeless,etc.)...........1 2 3 4 5 6. Please rate each of the following in the Denton community. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know Overall quality of business and service establishments in Denton.................... 1 2 3 4 5 Variety of business and service establishments in Denton................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area.....................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Employment opportunities.................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Shoppingopportunities........................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Costof living in Denton.........................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall image or reputation of Denton...........................................................................1 2 3 4 5 165 107 7. Please also rate each of the following in the Denton community. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know Traffic flow on major streets...............................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Easeof public parking............................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Ease of travel by car in Denton..........................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Ease of travel by public transportation in Denton....................................................1 2 3 4 5 Ease of travel by bicycle in Denton..................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Easeof walking in Denton....................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Well-planned residential growth......................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Well-planned commercial growth....................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Well-designed neighborhoods...........................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the community............1 2 3 4 5 Public places where people want to spend time........................................................1 2 3 4 5 Variety of housing options...................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality housing.....................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of new development in Denton..........................................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall appearance of Denton............................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Cleanlinessof Denton............................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Water resources (beaches,lakes,ponds,riverways,etc.) ..................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Airquality....................................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Availability of paths and walking trails..........................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Fitness opportunities(including exercise classes and paths or trails,etc.)... 1 2 3 4 5 Recreational opportunities.................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality food............................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality health care...............................................................1 2 3 4 5 Availability of preventive health services.....................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality mental health care............................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities.......................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Community support for the arts........................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool............................................1 2 3 4 5 K-12 education.......................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Adult educational opportunities....................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Sense of civic/community pride........................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Neighborliness of residents in Denton...........................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to participate in social events and activities.................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to attend special events and festivals...............................................1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to volunteer..................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to participate in community matters................................................1 2 3 4 5 Openness and acceptance of the community toward people of diverse backgrounds.....................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 B. Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. No Yes Contacted the City of Denton(in-person,phone,email,or web)for help or information................................1 2 Contacted Denton elected officials (in-person,phone,email,or web)to express your opinion....................1 2 Attended a local public meeting(of local elected officials like City Council or County Commissioners,advisory boards,town halls,HOA,neighborhood watch,etc.) ............................................1 2 Watched (online or on television) a local public meeting...............................................................................................1 2 Volunteered your time to some group/activity in Denton.............................................................................................1 2 Campaigned or advocated for a local issue,cause,or candidate..................................................................................1 2 Voted in your most recent local election................................................................................................................................1 2 Used bus,rail,subway,or other public transportation instead of driving...............................................................1 2 Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone..............................................................................1 2 Walkedor biked instead of driving...........................................................................................................................................1 2 166 108 9. Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Denton. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know Public information services.............................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Economic development.....................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Trafficenforcement............................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Trafficsignal timing............................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Streetrepair...........................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Streetcleaning.......................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Streetlighting........................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Snowremoval........................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Sidewalk maintenance.......................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Bus or transit services.......................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Land use,planning,and zoning......................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Code enforcement(weeds,abandoned buildings,etc.) ......................................1 2 3 4 5 Affordable high-speed internet access.......................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Garbagecollection...............................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Drinkingwater......................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Sewerservices.......................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Storm water management(storm drainage,dams,levees,etc.) ....................1 2 3 4 5 Power(electric and/or gas)utility...............................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Utilitybilling..........................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Police/Sheriff services.......................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Crimeprevention.................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Animalcontrol.......................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Ambulance or emergency medical services.............................................................1 2 3 4 5 Fireservices...........................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Fire prevention and education.......................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Emergency preparedness (services that prepare the community for natural disasters or other emergency situations) .....................................1 2 3 4 5 Preservation of natural areas (open space,farmlands,and greenbelts).....1 2 3 4 5 Dentonopen space..............................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Recycling..................................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Yardwaste pick-up..............................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Cityparks.................................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Recreation programs or classes....................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Recreation centers or facilities......................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Healthservices......................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Publiclibrary services.......................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall customer service by Denton employees (police,receptionists,planners,etc.) .....................................................................1 2 3 4 5 10. Please rate the following categories of Denton government performance. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know The value of services for the taxes paid to Denton................................................1 2 3 4 5 The overall direction that Denton is taking..............................................................1 2 3 4 5 The job Denton government does at welcoming resident involvement.......................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Overall confidence in Denton government...............................................................1 2 3 4 5 Generally acting in the best interest of the community......................................1 2 3 4 5 Beinghonest...........................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Being open and transparent to the public.................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Informing residents about issues facing the community...................................1 2 3 4 5 Treating all residents fairly.............................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 Treating residents with respect....................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 167 109 11. Overall,how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know TheCity of Denton...............................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 TheFederal Government..................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 12. Please rate how important,if at all,you think it is for the Denton community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years. Very Somewhat Not at all Essential important important important Overall economic health of Denton.....................................................................................1 2 3 4 Overall quality of the transportation system (auto,bicycle,foot,bus) inDenton....................................................................................................................................1 2 3 4 Overall design or layout of Denton's residential and commercial areas (e.g.,homes,buildings,streets,parks,etc.).....................................................1 2 3 4 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure in Denton (water,sewer,storm water,electric/gas,broadband)..........................................1 2 3 4 Overall feeling of safety in Denton......................................................................................1 2 3 4 Overall quality of natural environment in Denton.......................................................1 2 3 4 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities...............................................1 2 3 4 Overall health and wellness opportunities in Denton................................................1 2 3 4 Overall opportunities for education, culture,and the arts........................................1 2 3 4 Residents'connection and engagement with their community.............................1 2 3 4 13. Please rate the following aspects of City of Denton communications: Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know The availability of information about City programs and services..........1 2 3 4 5 City efforts to keep citizens informed about local issues.............................1 2 3 4 5 The quality of the City's website (www.cityofdenton.com)........................1 2 3 4 5 The usefulness of information in mailed City newsletters (Resident Update,Citizen Connection,Construction Guide)..................1 2 3 4 5 City efforts to engage citizens on social media.................................................1 2 3 4 5 14. Please indicate how much of a source,if at all,you consider each of the following to be for obtaining information about the City government and its activities,events and services: Major Minor Not a source source source City website (www.cityofdenton.com)...........................................................................................................1 2 3 City mailed newsletters (Resident Update,Citizen Connection,Construction Guide)..............1 2 3 City cable television channel (Charter 194,Grande 12,Frontier 38)................................................1 2 3 Social Media Channels (Facebook,Twitter,Instagram,Nextdoor,Youtube).................................1 2 3 City email news updates and alerts.................................................................................................................1 2 3 Local news media sources,such as the Denton Record-Chronicle.....................................................1 2 3 Your homeowner/neighborhood association.............................................................................................1 2 3 City staff or public buildings (brochures,posters,signage)..................................................................1 2 3 CityCouncil.................................................................................................................................................................1 2 3 Wordof mouth/friends.........................................................................................................................................1 2 3 15. Thinking about your most recent experience with the City of Denton,please rate your impression of the following categories of customer service performance: Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't know The ease of locating contact information............................................................1 2 3 4 5 The availability of City staff(hours of operation)............................................1 2 3 4 5 The length of time you waited (waiting on hold,waiting in line,etc.) tosubmit a request...................................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 The courtesy and helpfulness of City staff..........................................................1 2 3 4 5 The competence and knowledge of City staff....................................................1 2 3 4 5 The timely resolution of your request..................................................................1 2 3 4 5 168 110 Our last questions are about you and your household. Again,all of your responses to this survey are confidential and no identifying information will be shared. D1. In general,how many times do you: Several Once A few times Every Less often Don't times a day a day a week few weeks or never know Access the internet from your home using a computer,laptop,or tablet computer......................1 2 3 4 5 6 Access the internet from your cell phone.......................1 2 3 4 5 6 Visit social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter,Nextdoor,etc. .......................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 Use or check email....................................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 Share your opinions online...................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 Shoponline..................................................................................1 2 3 4 5 6 D2. Please rate your overall health. O Excellent O Very good O Good O Fair O Poor D3. What impact,if any,do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be: O Very positive O Somewhat positive O Neutral O Somewhat negative O Very negative D4. How many years have you lived in Denton? D10. How much do you anticipate your household's O Less than 2 years total income before taxes will be for the current O 2-5 years year? (Please include in your total income O 6-10 years money from all sources for all persons living in O 11-20 years your household.) O More than 20 years O Less than$25,000 O $75,000 to$99,999 D5. Which best describes the building you live in? O $25,000 to $49,999 O $100,000 to$149,999 O One family house detached from any other houses O $50,000 to $74,999 O $150,000 or more O Building with two or more homes D11. Are you Spanish,Hispanic or Latino? (duplex,townhome,apartment,or condominium) O No,not Spanish,Hispanic,or Latino O Mobile home O Yes,I consider myself to be Spanish,Hispanic,or O Other Latino D6. Do you rent or own your home? D12. What is your race?(Mark one or more races to O Rent indicate what race you consider yourself to be.) O Own ❑American Indian or Alaskan Native D7. About how much is your monthly housing cost ❑Asian,Asian Indian,or Pacific Islander for the place you live (including rent,mortgage ❑ Black or African American payment,property tax,property insurance,and ❑White homeowners'association(HOA)fees)? ❑ Other O Less than$500 O $2,000 to$2,499 D13. In which category is your age? O $500 to$999 O $2,500 to$2,999 O 18-24 years O 55-64 years O $1,000 to$1,499 O $3,000 to$3,499 O 25-34 years O 65-74 years O $1,500 to$1,999 O $3,500 or more O 35-44 years O 75 years or older D8. Do any children 17 or under live in your O 45-54 years household? D14. What is your gender? O No O Yes O Female D9. Are you or any other members of your O Male household aged 65 or older? O Identify in another way O No O Yes Thank you! Please return the completed survey in the postage-paid envelope to: National Research Center,Inc.,PO Box 549,Belle Mead,NJ 08502 169 111 Date: 7/08/2022 Report No. 2022-043 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: FY 2021-22 Denton Energy Center(DEC)YTD March 2022 Dashboard BACKGROUND: The FY 2021-22 DEC January 2022 Dashboard,FY 2021-22 DEC February 2022 Dashboard, and FY 2021-22 DEC March 2022 Dashboard are attached. The data below reflects the FY 2021-22 DEC YTD March 2022 Dashboard. The dashboard is intended to give a snapshot of relevant DEC metrics. The dashboards highlight the following: • The Emission Charts (based on calendar year) display the March engine runtime hours, starts, stops, monthly and annual emissions totals and limits. • DEC MWh Generation and Gross Revenue for FY 2021-22 through March 2022. o The DEC ran 20,124 MWh more through March of FY 2021-22 compared to FY 2020-21. However, due to Winter Storm Uri in February 2021, revenues through March 2022 are approximately $109.4 million less and fuel costs are $18.5 million less than for the same time period last fiscal year. • A DEC financial summary showing March FY 2020-21 Actuals, FY 2021-22 Budget and Actuals as of March 2022. • The Plant Monthly Run Hour Comparison Graph illustrates the monthly plant run times. • The Key Trends section explains variances in revenues and expenses. o As a result of higher gas prices, the FY 2021-22 year-end estimate has been updated to reflect a$36.1 million increase in revenue and a $25.5 million increase in fuel costs. o The year-end estimate has also been updated to include a $664,000 increase in insurance. o These updates result in an $8.7 million increase in DEC net income when compared to budget. o The DEC Gross Margin through March was $8.2 million which is $6.5 million higher than budgeted for October through March. (The Gross Margin=DEC Revenue—Fuel cost—Variable Operating &Maintenance cost.) Gross Margin represents the component of revenue available to pay fixed cost including debt. ATTACHMENT(S): Denton Energy Center(DEC)Dashboard—January 2022 Denton Energy Center(DEC)Dashboard—February 2022 Denton Energy Center(DEC)Dashboard—March 2022 STAFF CONTACTS: Cassey Ogden Chief Financial Officer (940) 349-7195 cassandra.ogdenkcityofdenton.com 170 Date: 7/08/2022 Report No. 2022-043 Nick Vincent Assistant Director of Finance (940) 349-8063 nicholas.vincent&cityofdenton.com 171 City of Denton, Texas FY 2021-22 Denton Energy Center DENTON YTD JANUARY 2022 Dashboard Emissions January 2022 Volatile Particulate Particulate Carbon Engine Nitrogen Carbon Organic Matter<10 Matter<2.5 Sulphur Dioxide Runtime Hot Warm Cold Oxides Monoxide Compound microns microns Dioxide Ammonia Equivalents Description (hours)* Starts Starts Starts Stops Description (NOx) (CO) (VOC) (PM10) (PM25) (S02) (NH3) (CO2e) DEC Monthly Emissions Total (tons) 1.97 2.03 1.48 1.17 1.17 0.02 0.25 7,790.00 Engines(1-12) 1, DEC Annual Permit Limit Operations(tons)** 29.78 93.52 48.16 69.72 69.72 1.45 60.90 Monthly Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 6.61% 2.17% 3.07% 1.68% 1.68% 1.43% 0.04% Annual to Date Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 1 6.60% 2.20% 3.10% 1.70% 1.70% 1.40% 0.40% *Over the past 12 months,the DEC engines ran 21%of the time. During the month of January,the DEC engines ran 19%of the time. **Operations Annual Limit accounts for Balance of Plant standard emissions Generation&Gross Revenues Plant Monthly Run Hour Comparison Month Revenue MWh $/MWh 3'00o 2.735 2,589 2,477 Oct-21 $3,283,392 36,361 $90.30 z-500 2.296 2.221 Nov-21 $2,900,790 26,776 $108.34 12 2,021 2-000 1,784 - 1.627 1,675 Dec-21 $1,073,883 11,028 $97.37 s Jan-22 $1,183,268 14,651 $80.77 c l.z1s 938 922 Total FY 2021-22 $8,441,332 88,816 LOCO$95.04 6a7 FY 2020-21 FY 2021-22 FY 2021-22 FY 2021-22 ACTUALS BUDGET YTD ESTIMATE DECREVENUE $ 4.80 $ 21.29 $ 8.44 $ 21.29 EXPENDITURE SUMMARY Operating Month Energy Expense -Fuel $ 0.85 $ 12.75 $ 4.22 $ 12.75 Personnel Services 0.60 1.80 0.61 1.80 1 Key Trends Materials &Supplies 0.02 1.70 0.19 1.70 Maintenance &Repair 0.02 0.56 0.10 0.56 For the first four months of FY 2021-22,the DEC produced 27,271 MWh more than the same time Insurance 0.01 1.81 0.96 1.81 period of FY 2020-21. This resulted in approximately$3.6 million more in revenues which was offset Operations 0.10 0.33 0.10 0.33 Debt Service -Principal 2.58 8.26 2.71 8.26 by$3.4 million in higher fuel costs as compared to the prior fiscal year. Debt Service -Interest 3.19 9.04 3.06 9.04 The DEC Gross Margin as of January 31 was$4.2 million which is$3.0 million higher than budgeted. Interfund Transfers 0.08 0.26 0.10 0.26 (Gross Margin=DEC Revenue-Fuel Cost-Variable Operating&Maintenance Cost). Transferto Capital Projects - - - - DEC EXPENDITURES $ 7,45 $ 36.51 $ 12.05 $ 36.51 At this point in the fiscal year,the FY 2021-22 year-end projections are equal to the FY 2021-22 budget. DEC NET INCOME $ (2.65) $ (15.22) $ (3.61) $ (15.22) Note: All dollar figures presented in millions. 172 City of Denton, Texas FY 2021-22 Denton Energy Center DENTON YTD FEBRUARY 2022 Dashboard Emissions February 2022 Volatile Particulate Particulate Carbon Engine Nitrogen Carbon Organic Matter<10 Matter<2.5 Sulphur Dioxide Runtime Hot Warm Cold Oxides Monoxide Compound microns microns Dioxide Ammonia Equivalents Description (hours)* Starts Starts Starts Stops Description (NOx) (CO) (VOC) (PMlo) (PM'.') (S02) (NH,) (CO2e) DEC Monthly Emissions Total(tons) 1.32 1.40 1.16 1.01 1.01 0.02 0.23 7,847.00 Engines(1-12) 1, DEC Annual Permit Limit Operations(tons)** 29.78 93.52 48.16 69.72 69.72 1.45 60.90 Monthly Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 4.44% 1.50% 2.41% 1.45% 1.45% 1.18% 0.39% Annual to Date Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 11.00% 3.70% 5.50% 3.10% 3.10% 2.60% 0.80% *Overthe past 12 months,the DEC engines ran 20%of the time. During the month of February,the DEC engines ran 19%of the time. **Operations Annual Limit accounts for Balance of Plant standard emissions Generation&Gross Revenues or Plant Monthly Run Hour Comparison Month Revenue MWh $/MWh 3"0OD 2.735 2.477 2,s89 Oct-21 $3,283,392 36,361 $90.30 2.500 2.296 2.221 2.o2a Nov-21 $2,900,790 26,776 $108.34 i2 2,000 1,784 1,675 Dec-21 $1,073,883 11,028 $97.37 = i.627 - 1.538 1,S400 -a.2a8 Jan-22 $1,183,268 14,651 $80.77 922 L000 - Feb-22 $3,902,695 15,172 $257.23 647 Total FY 2021-22 $12,344,027 103,987 $118.71 500 FY 2020-21 FY 2021-22 FY 2021-22 FY 2021-22 ACTUALS BUDGET YTD ESTIMATE DEC REVENUE $ 122.88 $ 21.29 $ 12.34 $ 57.35 Operating Month EXPENDITURE SUMMARY Energy Expense-Fuel $ 24.10 $ 12.75 $ 5.02 $ 38.22 Key Trends 'NEW Personnel Services 0.74 1.80 0.76 1.80 Materials &Supplies 0.03 1.70 0.21 2.89 Maintenance &Repair 0.03 0.56 0.12 0.56 For the first five months of FY 2021-22,the DEC produced 10,416 MWh more than the same time Insurance 0.01 1.81 1.08 2.48 period of FY 2020-21.However,due to Winter Storm Uri in February 2021,revenues through February Operations 0.43 0.33 0.13 0.33 2022 are approximately$110.5 million less and fuel costs are$19.1 million less than for the same time DebtService-Principal 3.24 8.26 3.40 8.26 period last fiscal year. Debt Service-Interest 3.96 9.04 3.80 9.04 Interfund Transfers 0.10 0.26 0.12 0.27 As a result of higher gas prices,the FY 2021-22 year-end estimate has been updated to reflect a$36.1 Tra nsfer to Capital Projects - - million increase in revenue and a$25.5 million increase in fuel costs.The year-end estimate has also DEC EXPENDITURES $ 32.64 $ 36.51 $ 14.64 $ 63.85 been updated to include a$664,000 increase in insurance. These updates result in an$8.7 million increase in DEC net income when compared to budget. DEC NET INCOME $ 90.24 $ (15.22) $ (2.30) $ (6.50) Note:All dollarfigures presented in millions. The DEC Gross Margin as of February 28 was$7.2 million which is$5.6 million higher than budgeted. (Gross Margin=DEC Revenue-Fuel Cost-Variable Operating&Maintenance Cost). 173 City of Denton, Texas f FY 2021-22 Denton Energy Center DENTON YTD MARCH 2O22 Dashboard Emissions March 2022 Volatile Particulate Particulate Carbon Engine Nitrogen Carbon Organic Matter<10 Matter<2.5 Sulphur Dioxide Runtime Hot Warm Cold Oxides Monoxide Compound microns microns Dioxide Ammonia Equivalents Description (hours)* Starts Starts Starts Stops Description (NOx) (CO) (VOC) (PM10) (PMZ.$) (S02) (NH3) (CO2e) DEC Monthly Emissions Total(tons) 1.81 1.81 1.44 1.00 1.00 0.02 0.20 7,509.00 Engines(1-12) 1, DEC Annual Permit Limit Operations(tons)** 29.78 93.52 48.16 69.72 69.72 1.45 60.90 Monthly Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 6.08% 1.93% 2.98% 1.43% 1.43% 1.33% 0.33% Annual to Date Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 17.10% 5.60% 8.50% 4.60% 4.60% 3.90% 1.10% *Over the past 12 months,the DEC engines ran 21%of the time. During the month of March,the DEC engines ran 15%of the time. **Operations Annual Limit accounts for Balance of Plant standard emissions Generation&Gross Revenues Plant Monthly Run Hour Comparison Month Revenue MWh $/MWh s.oao z,739 2,589 Oct-21 $3,283,392 36,361 $90.30 25� 2.296 z.zzi z ozi Nov-21 $2,900,790 26,776 $108.34 zoao i�84 1,675 1,627 1,538 Dec-21 $1,073,883 11,028 $97.37 isoo 1,3<� o'c l.zis Jan-22 $1,183,268 14,651 $80.77 9zz x o00 Feb-22 $3,902,695 15,172 $257.23 ' sao Mar-22 $1,645,577 14,850 $110.81 Total FY 2021-221 $13,989,604 1118,837 1 $117.72 - �p s �' 4&' sue•• � 'e FY 2020-21 FY 2021-22 FY 2021-22 FY 2021-22 operating nnonth ACTUALS BUDGET YTD ESTIMATE DEC REVENUE $ 123.42 $ 21.29 $ 13.99 $ 57.35 EXPENDITURE SUMMARY 0 Key Trends Energy Expense-Fuel $ 24.26 $ 12.75 $ 5.71 $ 38.22 Personnel Services 0.87 1.80 0.91 1.80 For the first six months of FY 2021-22,the DEC produced 20,124 MWh more than the same time period Materials &Supplies 0.05 1.70 0.31 2.89 of FY 2020-21.However,due to Winter Storm Uri in February 2021,revenues through March 2022 are Maintenance &Repair 0.10 0.56 0.16 0.56 approximately$109.4 million less and fuel costs are$18.5 million less than for the same time period last Insurance 0.01 1.81 1.20 2.48 fiscal year. Operations 0.45 0.33 0.16 0.33 Debt Service-Principal 3.90 8.26 4.09 8.26 As a result of higher gas prices,the FY 2021-22 year-end estimate has been updated to reflect a$36.1 Debt Service-Interest 4.75 9.04 4.55 9.04 million increase in revenue and a$25.5 million increase in fuel costs.The year-end estimate has also Interfund Transfers 0.12 0.26 0.14 0.27 been updated to include a$664,000 increase in insurance. These updates result in an$8.7 million Transferto Capital Projects - - - - increase in DEC net income when compared to budget. DEC EXPENDITURES $ 34.51 $ 36.51 $ 17.23 $ 63.85 The DEt'76ross Margin as of March 31 was$8.2 million which is$6.5 million higher than budgeted for DEC NET INCOME $ 88.91 $ (15.22) $ (3.24) $ (6.50) October through March. (Gross Margin=DEC Revenue-Fuel Cost-Variable Operating&Maintenance Note: All dollarfigures presented in millions. Cost). Friday Report - Council Requests smartsheet I Summary of Request Date Received Council Member Staff Assigned Department Comments Action Inquiry as to whether staff can set up a meeting with 07/08/22 Council Member Maguire Scott McDonald I Development Services Information was included in the In Progress the Southridge neighborhood regarding a proposed July 1 Friday Report.Updates group home. will be included in a future Friday Report. Request for additional information and follow up on 07/06/22 Council Member Byrd Danielle Shaw,Scott McDonald Community Services Information was included in the In Progress 2 Shiloh Lane Neighborhood issues Development Services June 24 Friday Report.Updates will be included in a future Friday Report. Request for guidance on concerns regarding group 07/06/22 Council Member Davis Scott McDonald Development Services Information was included in the In Progress 3 home on Ridgecrest Cir July 1 Friday Report.Updates will be included in a future Friday Report. 4 Request for a status update of Westlake Blvd. 07/07/22 Mayor Hudspeth Becky Diviney Capital Projects/Engineering Information will be included in Complete • the July 8 Friday Report. 5 Request to have access to a Lactation Specialist as 07/07/22 Mayor Hudspeth Sarah Kuechler Human Resources Information will be included in Complete • part of the City's next health care package. the July 8 Friday Report. Request for clarification on whether the City is 07/07/22 Mayor Pro Tern Beck Michael Gange Environmental Services Information will be included in Complete • 6 applying for the Bird City Texas Program this year the July 8 Friday Report. or next. 7 Will there be a citizen review committee in the hiring 07/07/22 Mayor Hudspeth Frank Dixon Police Information will be included in Complete • process for the new Police Chief? the July 8 Friday Report. Request for staff to reach out to a property owner 07/07/22 Mayor Hudspeth David Gaines City Manager's Office Information will be included in a Complete • 8 regarding a failing retaining wall near their rental future Friday Report. building. 9 Request for staff to reach out to resident regarding 07/06/22 Mayor Hudspeth Danielle Shaw Community Services Request referred to Community Complete • rental assistance. Services for follow-up. 10 Request for information regarding the property 07/05/22 Council Member McGee Christine Taylor City Manager's Office Information will be included in Complete • adjacent to the service center. the July 8 Friday Report. Inquiring on behalf of a veteran as to why flags 07/02/22 Council Member Davis Christine Taylor Parks Information will be included in Complete . 11 weren't being flown at IOOF cemetery over the 4th the July 8 Friday Report. of July weekend. I would like to make a 2-minute pitch asking Council 07/07/22 Council Member Davis David Gaines,Wayne Emerson Economic Development Scheduled for the July 26 Scheduled • to recommend that the Downtown TIRZ#1 Board meeting. and the Downtown Economic Development Committee consider implementing a grant program 12 for fire sprinkler installation in older buildings in our historic downtown,modeled on our existing business grant program,and asking Council to direct staff to assist in this effort.Won't need a work session until after these bodies have crafted a recommendation. I am requesting a work session to consider options 07/07/22 Council Member Davis Antonio Puente DME Scheduled for the August 2 Scheduled • for proof-of-concept electric vehicle transit meeting. 13 downtown,including option like the CARTS electric cabs in downtown Bastrop,TX or an electric bus circulator route between Presbyterian Hospital and the Brock Transit Center. I am requesting that our Mobility Plan be amended 06/07/22 Council Member Davis Becky Diviney,Trevor Crain Capital Projects/Engineering Scheduled for the July 19 Scheduled • 14 to reflect a direct connection between Windsor Road Public Works-Streets meeting. and Masch Branch Road,north of but separate from Hampton Road. Exported on July 8,2022 3:04:28 PM CDT 175 Page 1 of 1 Open Requests Requests Answered by Department FY Current Year Requests by 21/22 Council Person FY 21 / 22 Council Requests 4 Community Sres 2 Environmental Svcs Public Works _ 0 Capital Projects Utilities - QaJ�� rya �1.°� � ° 7 ra��* CMO Pv �, library Legal Fire Ponce , Requests made . Quarter Tech Services AArport 2100 152 181 Public Affairs,,Customer Svc air 97 Economic Development 100 13 Development Svcs Paul Meltzer • Jesse Davis 0 Finance I* Mayor Gerard Hudspeth • Vicki Byrd Q121122 07210-2 Q321122 0421�22 Audit • Brun Beck Alison Maguire * Chris Watts Municipal Court Brandon Chase McGee Procurement Real Estate Risk Elected Official Other Some requests involve multiple departments,causing the y 0 20 40 60 80 100 total requests by department to add up higher than the 14 Submit New total request count Open Requests Request 176 City of Denton City Hall 215 E.McKinney St. Meeting Calendar Denton,Texas 76201 U E NTO N www.cityofdenton.com Criteria : Begin Date: 71112022, End Date: 913012022 Date Time Meeting Body Meeting Location July 2022 7/5/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 7/5/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 7/6/2022 3:00 PM Community Partnership Committee Council Work Session Room 7/6/2022 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Chambers 7/7/2022 8:00 AM Agenda Committee City Hall Conference Room 7/7/2022 8:30 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center Board Training Rooms 7/8/2022 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center 7/8/2022 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory Development Service Center(401 Committee N. Elm Street, Denton,Texas) 7/8/2022 1:00 PM Committee on the Environment Sustainability Office 7/11/2022 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room 7/11/2022 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center 7/11/2022 5:30 PM Library Board Meeting Room at the North Branch Library, 3020 N. Locust, Denton,Texas 7/11/2022 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification Civic Center Community Room Board 7/13/2022 10:00 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center Board Training Rooms 7/13/2022 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room 7/13/2022 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 7/14/2022 3:00 PM Health&Building Standards Development Service Center Commission 7/15/2022 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory Development Service Center(401 Committee N. Elm Street, Denton,Texas) 7/18/2022 5:30 PM Traffic Safety Commission Development Service Center City of Denton Page 1 Printed on 7/8/2022 177 Meeting Calendar continued.. Date Time Meeting Body Meeting Location 7/19/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 7/20/2022 9:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room 7/21/2022 3:00 PM Committee on Persons with Disabilities Development Service Center 7/22/2022 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory Council Work Session Room Committee 7/25/2022 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room 7/25/2022 5:30 PM Internal Audit Advisory Committee City Hall Conference Room 7/25/2022 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Council Work Session Room 7/26/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 7/27/2022 11:30 AM Downtown Denton Tax Increment Development Service Center Financing Zone No. 1 Board Training Rooms 7/27/2022 1:00 PM Community Partnership Committee Council Work Session Room August 2022 8/1/2022 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification Civic Center Community Room Board 8/2/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 8/4/2022 8:00 AM Agenda Committee City Hall Conference Room 8/4/2022 8:30 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center Board Training Rooms 8/4/2022 4:00 PM Public Art Committee Civic Center Community Room 8/6/2022 9:00 AM City Council Development Service Center 8/8/2022 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room 8/8/2022 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center 8/8/2022 5:30 PM Library Board Meeting Room at the South Branch Library, 3228 Teasley Lane, Denton, Texas 8/10/2022 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center Board Training Rooms 8/10/2022 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room 8/10/2022 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 8/12/2022 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory Development Service Center(401 Committee N. Elm Street, Denton,Texas) City of Denton Page 2 Printed on 7/8/2022 178 Meeting Calendar continued.. Date Time Meeting Body Meeting Location 8/12/2022 1:00 PM Committee on the Environment Sustainability Office 8/16/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 8/17/2022 9:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room 8/24/2022 12:00 PM Downtown Denton Tax Increment Development Service Center Financing Zone No. 1 Board Training Rooms 8/24/2022 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 8/24/2022 6:00 PM Denton Police Department Chief of Public Safety Training Center Police Advisory Board 719 E. Hickory Street Denton,Texas 76205 8/26/2022 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory Council Work Session Room Committee 8/29/2022 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Council Work Session Room September 2022 9/1/2022 8:00 AM Agenda Committee City Hall Conference Room 9/1/2022 8:30 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center Board Training Rooms 9/9/2022 1:00 PM Committee on the Environment Sustainability Office 9/12/2022 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center 9/12/2022 5:30 PM Library Board Meeting Room at the Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland St., Denton, Texas 9/12/2022 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification Civic Center Community Room Board 9/13/2022 2:00 PM City Council Development Service Center 9/14/2022 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center Board Training Rooms 9/14/2022 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room 9/14/2022 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 9/20/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 9/21/2022 9:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room 9/23/2022 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory Council Work Session Room Committee 9/26/2022 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Council Work Session Room City of Denton Page 3 Printed on 7/8/2022 179 Meeting Calendar continued.. Date Time Meeting Body Meeting Location 9/27/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room Council Chambers 9/28/2022 12:00 PM Downtown Denton Tax Increment Development Service Center Financing Zone No. 1 Board Training Rooms 9/28/2022 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room Council Chambers City of Denton Page 4 Printed on 7/8/2022 180 Cityof Denton City Hall 215 E. McKinney St. Denton,Texas 76201 www.cityofdenton.com DENTON Meeting Agenda City Council Tuesday,July 19,2022 2:00 PM Council Work Session Room Council Chambers WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 2:00 P.M.IN THE COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM CLOSED MEETING BEGINS IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE WORK SESSION IN THE COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 6:30 P.M.IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGISTRATION GUIDELINES FOR ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL Public comments can be given for any item considered by the council, EXCEPT work session reports or closed meetings. Citizens are only able to comment one time per agenda item and cannot use more than one method to comment on a single agenda item. Comments are limited to 3 minutes per citizen. Citizens are limited to 4 minutes per public hearing item. Citizens are able to participate in one of the following ways: • eComment — On July 15, 2022, the agenda was posted online at https://tx-denton.civicplus.com/242/Public-Meetings-Agendas. Once the agenda is posted, a link to make virtual comments using the eComment module will be made available next to the meeting listing on the Upcoming Events Calendar. Within eComment, citizens may indicate support or opposition and submit a brief comment about a specific agenda item. Comments may be submitted up until the start of the meeting at which time the ability to make an eComment will be closed. Similar to when a citizen submits a white card to indicate their position on an item, the eComments will be sent directly to members of the City Council immediately upon entry into the module and recorded by the City Secretary. City Council Members review comments received in advance of the meeting and take that public input into consideration prior to voting on an agenda item. The Mayor will announce the number of Comment Cards submitted in support or opposition to an item during the public comment period. Comments will not be read during the meeting. The City Secretary will reflect the number of comments submitted in favor/opposition to an item, the registrant's name, address, and (summary of) comments within the Minutes of the Meeting,as applicable. OR Page 1 Printed on 71812022 181 City Council Meeting Agenda July 19, 2022 • By phone — Citizens wishing to speak over the phone during this Council meeting, may call (940) 349-7800 beginning 30 minutes prior to the meeting start time. Comments by phone will be accepted until the item is opened for discussion by the Council. When the call is initially received, a staff member will receive the caller's information and either: 1) offer to call the citizen back when it is time for them to speak, or 2) record the caller's information, support or opposition, and comment. If the caller chooses to record their support or opposition, rather than speaking during the meeting, the Mayor will announce the number of comments submitted in support or opposition to the item. If the caller wishes to receive a call back, the voice of each caller will be broadcast into the meeting during the public commenting time of their desired agenda item. Individuals will be able to comment once per agenda item,no matter the method. • At regular meetings only, citizens can speak on any topic that is not on the agenda (Open Microphone). Alert the call taker if you wish to speak under the Open Microphone category. If you would like to give a public report, see the information below. After determining that a quorum is present, the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas will convene in a Work Session on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Work Session Room at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street,Denton, Texas at which the following items will be considered: WORK SESSION 1. Citizen Comments on Consent Agenda Items This section of the agenda allows citizens to speak on any item listed on the Consent Agenda prior to its consideration. Each speaker will be given a total of three (3) minutes to address any item(s). Any person who wishes to address the City Council regarding these items may do so by utilizing the "By Phone" registration process as referenced under the REGISTRATION GUIDELINES FOR ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL detailed at the beginning of this agenda. Registration is required prior to the time the City Council considers this item. Registrants may call in and remain on hold or receive a call back at the time the Work Session is called to Order and are encouraged to ensure they remain accessible to accept the call. 2. Requests for clarification of agenda items listed on this agenda. 3. Work Session Reports A. ID 22-558 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding Audit Project 027- Network Management: Security Controls. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes] B. ID 22-247 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding FY 2022-23 preliminary utility budgets for Solid Waste,Water,Wastewater/Drainage, and Electric. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 3 hours] C. ID 21-2805 Receive an update regarding the Denton County Transit Authority (DCTA) from the City of Denton DCTA Board representative. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes] D. ID 22-1433 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the procedure for call-in comments at public meetings. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes] E. ID 22-682 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on pending City Council requests for: Page 2 Printed on 71812022 182 City Council Meeting Agenda July 19,2022 1. An amendment to the Mobility Plan to reflect a direct connection between Windsor Road and Masch Branch Road,north of but separate from Hampton Road. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes] Following the completion of the Work Session, the City Council will convene in a Closed Meeting in the Council Work Session Room to consider specific item(s) when these items are listed below under the Closed Meeting section of this agenda. The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting on any item on its Open Meeting agenda consistent with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, as amended, or as otherwise allowed by law. 1. Closed Meeting: A. ID 22-1299 Consultation with Attorneys-Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Consult with the City's attorneys regarding potential litigation issues associated with Texas Municipal Power Agency (TMPA) where public discussion of these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City's attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas, or otherwise compromise the City's legal position. B. ID 22-1407 Deliberations Regarding Security Devices or Security Audits - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.089. Receive a presentation from staff regarding network security information and to Audit Project 027 - Network Management: Security Controls; discuss, deliberate, and provide direction to staff regarding the same. Any final action, decision, or vote on a matter deliberated in a Closed Meeting will only be taken in an Open Meeting that is held in compliance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, except to the extent such final decision, or vote is taken in the Closed Meeting in accordance with the provisions of Section 551.086 of the Texas Government Code (the `Public Power Exception'). The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting or Executive Session as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq. (The Texas Open Meetings Act) on any item on its open meeting agenda or to reconvene in a continuation of the Closed Meeting on the Closed Meeting items noted above, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act,including,without limitation Sections 551.071-551.086 of the Texas Open Meetings Act. NOTE: Any item for which a formal action at the Regular Meeting has been taken by Council may be subject to a request for a motion for reconsideration at any time during the meeting, at the Concluding Items Section, or after the meeting. In order to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act, a request for a motion for reconsideration made during, at the end of, or after a Council meeting will be placed on the agenda and considered at the next official meeting of the City Council. Following the Closed Meeting, the City Council will reconvene in Open Meeting to take action, if any, on matters discussed in closed session. AFTER DETERMINING THAT A QUORUM IS PRESENT, THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL WILL CONVENE AT 6:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL, 215 E. MCKINNEY STREET, DENTON, TEXAS AT WHICH THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL BE CONSIDERED: Page 3 Printed on 71812022 183 City Council Meeting Agenda July 19, 2022 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A. U.S. Flag B. Texas Flag "Honor the Texas Flag—I pledge allegiance to thee,Texas,one state under God,one and indivisible." 2. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS A. ID 22-1360 Proclamation: Parks and Recreation Month 3. PRESENTATIONS FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC A. Review of procedures for addressing the City Council. B. Reports from members of the public shall be received through the following two (2) methods. A total of up to seven (7) speakers are permitted to provide public comment and may include any combination of prior registration and open microphone speakers. 1) Pre-registration. This section of the agenda permits any person who has registered in advance to make a citizen report regarding a public business item he or she wishes to be considered by the City Council. Each speaker is allowed a maximum of four (4) minutes to present their report. At the conclusion of each report, the City Council may pose questions to the speaker or may engage in discussion. If the City Council believes that a speaker's report requires a more detailed review, the City Council will give the City Manager or City Staff direction to place the item on a future work session or regular meeting agenda and advise staff as to the background materials to be desired at such meeting. a. ID 22-1382 Mr. Stephen Dillenburg regarding betrayal of public trust, conscious disregard for life, fraudulent inducement of dangerous behavior from fiduciary positions(of trust.) 2) Open Microphone. This section of the agenda permits any person who has not registered in advance for a citizen report to make comments about public business items not listed on the agenda. Such person(s) shall have registered using the "Virtual White Card" or `By Phone" process outlined by the City on its website or meeting notice. During open microphone reports under this section of the agenda, the Council may listen to citizens speak. However, because notice of the subject of the open microphone report has not been provided to the public in advance, the Texas Open Meetings Act limits any deliberation or decision by the Council to: a proposal to place the item on a future agenda; a statement of factual information; or a recitation of existing policy. Council Members may not ask the open microphone speakers questions or discuss the items presented during open microphone reports. NOTE: If audio/visual aids during presentations to Council are needed, they must be submitted to the City Secretary 24 hours prior to the meeting. 4. CONSENT AGENDA Each of these items is recommended by Staff and approval thereof will be strictly on the basis of the Staff recommendations. Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the City Manager or his designee to implement each item in accordance with the Staff recommendations. The City Council has received background information and has had an opportunity to raise questions regarding these items prior to consideration. Listed below are bids, purchase orders, contracts, and other items to be approved under the Consent Page 4 Printed on 71812022 184 City Council Meeting Agenda July 19,2022 Agenda (Agenda Items A — X). This listing is provided on the Consent Agenda to allow Council Members to discuss or withdraw an item prior to approval of the Consent Agenda. If no items are pulled, the Consent Agenda Items will be approved with one motion. If items are pulled for separate discussion, they may be considered as the first items following approval of the Consent Agenda. A. ID 22-816 Consider approval of the minutes of June 24,June 25,and June 28,2022 Meetings. B. ID 22-1385 Consider nominations/appointments to the City's Boards, Commissions, and Committees: Airport Advisory Board, Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Board of Ethics, Committee on Persons with Disabilities, Community Services Advisory Committee, Denton Police Department Chief of Police Advisory Board, Health & Building Standards Commission, Historic Landmark Commission, Internal Audit Advisory Committee, Library Board, Parks, Recreation & Beautification Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, Public Art Committee, Public Utilities Board, Sustainability Framework Advisory Committee,Traffic Safety Commission, and Zoning Board of Adjustment. C. ID 22-1331 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton providing the June 6, 2022 meeting absence of a Board of Ethics Member be excused; and declaring an effective date. D. ID 22-1332 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton providing the June 10, 2022 meeting absence of a Community Services Advisory Committee Member be excused; and declaring an effective date. E. ID 22-1330 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton providing the June 13, 2022 meeting absence of a Public Utilities Board Member be excused; and declaring an effective date. F. ID 22-1289 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton providing the June 27, 2022 meeting absence of a Zoning Board of Adjustments Member be excused; and declaring an effective date. G. ID 22-1398 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement in the Form of a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Denton and the Denton Independent School District (DISD), for reimbursement to the City in the estimated amount of $811,154 for compensation and benefits of Student Resource Officers (SROs) assigned at DISD for the period of July 1, 2022,through June 30,2023, and providing an effective date. H. ID 22-694 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager to execute a funding agreement between the City of Denton and the Denton Affordable Housing Corporation to provide HOME Investment Partnership Program funds for the rehabilitation of five rental units located at 400 Coronado Drive, Denton, Texas; authorizing the expenditure of funds in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00; and providing an effective date. I. ID 22-830 Consider adoption of an ordinance by the City of Denton, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to sign and submit to the Department of Housing and Urban Development a 2022 Action Plan with appropriate certifications, as authorized and required by the Page 5 Printed on 71812022 185 City Council Meeting Agenda July 19,2022 Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, as amended; authorizing the Director of Community Services, or designee, to sign releases of liens and subordination agreements upon certain conditions; and providing for an effective date. J. ID 22-1326 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the execution of the first amendment to a funding agreement between the City and Our Daily Bread, Inc., approved by City Council on October 26, 2021; said first amendment to extend the term of the contract, authorize the expenditure of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) and expand the scope of services; and providing an effective date. K. ID 22-1265 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton, Texas, adopting the City of Denton's Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Strategy ("CSWMS") to guide the City's future solid waste/materials management system and to develop infrastructure, programs, and policies necessary to manage materials in alignment with the guiding principles of the CSWMS; and providing an effective date. M. ID 22-1295 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager, to execute approval documents under the Joint Operating Agreement by and between the Texas Municipal Power Agency, City of Bryan, Texas, the City of Denton, Texas, the City of Garland, Texas, and the City of Greenville, Texas regarding the TMPA budget for the fiscal year 2023; providing for the expenditure of funds therefore; and providing an effective date. N. ID 22-1302 Consider adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 between the City of Denton, a Texas municipal home-rule corporation, and the Texas Municipal Power Agency, a Texas Joint Powers Agency, that extends the term of the existing agreement to September 1, 2024; authorizing the expenditure of funds; and providing an effective date. O. ID 22-1373 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a contract between the City of Denton and JRD, LLC dba Maslonka Powerline Services, LLC, amending the contract approved by the City Council on February 23, 2021, in the not-to-exceed amount of $15,880,000.00; said first amendment to provide transmission line emergency services and cost adjustment due to rising fuel, material, and labor costs for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 7483 - providing for an additional first amendment expenditure amount not-to-exceed $3,776,000.00, with the total contract amount not-to-exceed $19,656,000.00). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-). P. ID 22-1374 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Parkhill, Smith and Cooper, Inc., for engineering services related to the Southwest Booster Pump Station (SWBPS) Ground Storage Tank (GST) Coating project for Water Production as set forth in the contract; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFQ 7574-015 - Professional Services Agreement for Page 6 Printed on 71812022 186 City Council Meeting Agenda July 19,2022 engineering services awarded to Parkhill, Smith and Cooper, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of$116,500.00). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-). Q. ID 22-1375 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Power Monitors, Inc., for the purchase of pole mounted, ethernet-based three-phase PMI End-of-Line voltage and current recording, monitoring, metering, software, integration, accessories, and devices for Denton Municipal Electric, which is the sole provider of these items, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 252.022, which provides that procurement of commodities and services that are available from one source are exempt from competitive bidding, and if over $50,000, shall be awarded by the governing body; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8008 - awarded to Power Monitors, Inc., in the three (3) year not-to-exceed amount of $204,643.74). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-). R. ID 22-1376 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval for a product demonstration between the City of Denton and Samsara Inc. for the Samsara Unit Demo for the Solid Waste Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8012 -for a 90 day term). S. ID 22-1377 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with NewGen Strategies and Solutions, LLC, for the Solid Waste Cost of Service and Rate Design Study for the Solid Waste Department as set forth in the contract; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFQ 7997- Professional Services Agreement for professional services awarded to NewGen Strategies and Solutions, LLC, in the not-to-exceed amount of $89,890.00). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-). T. ID 22-1378 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Vulcan, Inc., for traffic signs and accessories for the Warehouse; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 8001 - awarded to Vulcan, Inc., for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of$1,500,000.00). U. ID 22-1379 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Technology Assets LLC dba Global Asset, through the Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract # 661-22, for the service of asset recovery and recycling for retired technology assets for the City of Denton; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8017- awarded to Technology Assets LLC dba Global Asset,in the three(3)year term). V. ID 22-1380 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Bibliotheca, LLC, for the purchase of CloudLibrary digital services for downloadable ebooks and Page 7 Printed on 71812022 187 City Council Meeting Agenda July 19,2022 audiobooks as a companion to C1oudLink services for the Denton Public Library, which is the sole provider of this software, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 252.022, which provides that procurement of commodities and services that are available from one source are exempt from competitive bidding, and if over $50,000, shall be awarded by the governing body; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8021 - awarded to Bibliotheca, LLC, in the seven (7) year not-to-exceed amount of$1,635,318.00). W. ID 22-1381 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Solid Border, Inc., through the Department of Information Resources (DIR) Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract No. DIR-CPO-4850, for the purchase of Cybersecurity Software Products and Services; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8044- awarded to Solid Border, Inc., in the five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of$1,300,000.00). X. ID 22-1400 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Sustainability Solutions Group USA, Inc., for the development of a Climate Action Adaptation Plan; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 7996 - awarded to Sustainability Solutions Group USA, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of$132,000.00). 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. DCA22-0002 Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton d amending the Denton Development Code, specifically amendments to Subchapter 2 - Administration and Procedures; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted [6-0] to recommend approval of the amendments. (DCA22-0002d, Subchapter 2 Code amendments,Ron Menguita) B. ID 22-1196 Hold a public hearing pursuant to Article IV, Section 4.07 of the Denton City Charter, have deliberation, and give staff direction for the certified initiative petition regarding elimination of low level marijuana enforcement as outlined in the proposed initiative ordinance to "Decriminalize" low-level marijuana enforcement by creating Chapter 21, Article V of the Denton City Code to be titled"Marijuana Enforcement". 6. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION A. ID 22-1245 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending the Code of Ordinance, related to Chapter 2, titled "Administration," Article XI, titled "Ethics," providing for findings of fact; providing severability; providing a repealer clause, providing codification; confirming proper notice and meeting; and providing for an effective date. B. ID 22-1246 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton confirming the proposed amendments to the Board of Ethics' Rules of Procedure as required by the Code of Ordinance, Chapter 2, Article XI, Section 2-277(k); providing for severability; and Page 8 Printed on 71812022 188 City Council Meeting Agenda July 19, 2022 providing an effective date. C. ID 22-1334 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton, Texas disapproving the proposed 2023 Denton County Central Appraisal(DCAD)budget. D. ID 22-1354 Consider approval of a resolution of the City Council of the City of Denton for the appointment of one member to the Board of Managers of the Denco Area 9-1-1 District for a two-year term beginning on October 1, 2021 and ending on September 30, 2023, and providing an effective date. E. ID 22-1416 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton adopting the 2022-2023 City Council Priorities and Key Focus Areas for the city of Denton; and providing an effective date. 7. CONCLUDING ITEMS A. Under Section 551.042 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, respond to inquiries from the City Council or the public with specific factual information or recitation of policy, or accept a proposal to place the matter on the agenda for an upcoming meeting AND Under Section 551.0415 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, provide reports about items of community interest regarding which no action will be taken, to include: expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; information regarding holiday schedules; an honorary or salutary recognition of a public official, public employee, or other citizen; a reminder about an upcoming event organized or sponsored by the governing body; information regarding a social, ceremonial, or community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the governing body that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the governing body or an official or employee of the municipality; or an announcement involving an imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the municipality that has arisen after the posting of the agenda. B. Possible Continuation of Closed Meeting topics,above posted. CERTIFICATE I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the official website (https://tx-denton.civicplus.com/242/Public-Meetings-Agendas) and bulletin board at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, Texas, on July 15, 2022, in advance of the 72-hour posting deadline, as applicable, and in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. CITY SECRETARY NOTE: THE CITY OF DENTON'S DESIGNATED PUBLIC MEETING FACILITIES ARE ACCESSIBLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. THE CITY WILL PROVIDE ACCOMMODATION, SUCH AS SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED, IF REQUESTED AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THE SCHEDULED MEETING. PLEASE CALL THE CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE AT 940-349-8309 OR USE TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES FOR THE DEAF (TDD) BY CALLING 1-800-RELAY-TX SO THAT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION CAN BE ARRANGED. Page 9 Printed on 71812022 189 Tentative Work Session Topics and Meeting Information Updated: July 8, 2022 Meeting Date Item I Legistar ID I Departments Involved Type Estimated Time July 5,2022 NO MEETING-Break A. Technology Services Phase 1 Audit 22-558 Internal Audit City Business 0:30 B. FY 2022-23 Utility Budgets Jul 19,2022 22-247 Finance City Business 3:00 y (Solid Waste/Water/Wastewater/Drainage/Electric/Sustainability) Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) C. Update from City DCTA Board Representative 21-2805 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30 Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) D. Council Meeting Call-In Process 22-1433 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30 E.Two-Minute Pitch:Davis 22-682 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 No other work session items may be added I Closed Meeting Item(s):TMPA;Tech Svs Audit I Legal(if any) I City Business Total Est.Time: 5:00 Other Major Items for Meeting: A. Audit Project 028-Warehouse Operations 21-2810 Internal Audit City Business 0:30 B. Catalyst Fund 22-739 IFinance City Business 1:00 C. Roadway Funding Strategies 22-741 Finance City Business 1:00 July 26,2022 D. Utilities Budget Follow-Up 22-742 Finance City Business 1:00 Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) E. Two-Minute Pitch: 22-683 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business Total Est.Time: 4:00 Other Major Items for Meeting: A. TWU Master Plan 22-1419 City Manager's Office City Business TBD B. FY 2022-23 Annual Internal Audit Plan 21-2816 Internal Audit City Business 0:30 C. CERT/Volunteer Corp. 22-1083 Fire Council Request:Davis 0:30 August 2,2022 (3/22/2022) ( D. Council Contingency Funds 22-1118 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30 Regular Meeting @6: Work Session( @6: p.30 p.m.) E. Transitional Housing(THP) 22-1293 Community Development Council Priority 1:00 F. Two-Minute Pitch: 1 22-684 ICity Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business Total Est.Time: 3:00 Other Major Items for Meeting: August (Saturday) Budget Workshop(@9:00 a.m.) FY 2022-23 Proposed Budget,CIP,and Five-Year Financial Forecast 22-251 Finance City Business 8:00 At the Development Service Center Total Est.Time: 8:00 A. Audit Project 027-Technology Services:Phase 2 21-2812 Internal Audit City Business 0:30 B. FY 2022-23 City Manager Proposed Budget,CIP Budget,Five-Year Forecast 22-750 Finance City Business 0:30 August 16,2022 C. City Manager Report on Resolution 22-1275(Reproductive Healthcare) TBD ICityManager's Office City Business TBD Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) D.Two-Minute Pitch: 22-685 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) Closed Meeting Item(s): Annual Reviews:City Manager/City Attorney Legal(if any) City Business Total Est.Time: 1:30 Other Major Items for Meeting: August 30,2022 Special Called Joint Meeting with Denton ISD Joint Meeting with Denton Independent School District-Items TBD TBD City Manager's LCityusiness 2:00 (@ 11:30 a.m.) At the Development Service Center Total Est.Time: 2:00 September 6,2022 NO MEETING-Labor Day September 13,2022 Special Called Meeting(@ 2:00 p.m.) FY 2022-23 Proposed Budget,CIP,and Five-Year Financial Forecast 22-1366 Finance City Business 3:00 (If needed) At the Development Service Center Total Est.Time: 3:00 A. Update from DCTA Board Representative 21-2806 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30 September 20,2022 B. Audit Project 029-Police Body-Worn Camera Usage 21-2813 Internal Audit City Business 0:30 Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) C. Two-Minute Pitch: 22-882 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): Annual Reviews:City Auditor/Municipal Judge Legal City Business 0:30 Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) Total Est.Time: 2:00 Other Major Items for Meeting:Public Hearings:Tax Rate and Budget A. Audit Projects:003-Procurement,012-Economic Dev.Retention&Expansion and 013-Grants Mgmt. 21-2815 Internal Audit City Business 0:45 September 27,2022 B. Wastewater Master Plan Update 22-1164 Water Administration City Business 0:45 Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) C.Citywide Speed Study 22-1412 Capital Projects City Business 1:30 Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) D.Two-Minute Pitch: 22-883 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 No other work session items may be added Closed Meeting Item(s) Legal City Business 0:30 Total Est.Time: 4:00 Other Major Items for Meeting:Public Hearing:Budget Adoption October 18,2022 Special Called Joint Meeting with P&Z Joint Meeting with Planning and Zoning Commission-Item TBD TBD City Manager's City Business 1:30 (@ 12:00 p.m.) At the Development Service Center Total Est.Time: 1:30 A. Quakertown Project&Women's Building Naming/Commemoration of former Residents 22-1134 Parks&Recreation Council Request:Byrd0:30 (4/19/20221 Council Priority B. Charging Stations 22-1282 Development Services Council Request:Watts 0:30 October 18,2022 (6/07/2022) Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) C. Solicitation/Panhandling Policy 22-1281 Police;Community Services Council Request:Hudspeth 0:45 Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) (6/07/20221 D.Two-Minute Pitch: City Manager's Office lCouncil Request 0:30 �01!Fer osed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business Total Est.Time: 2:15 Major Items for Meeting: A. Responsive Speed Limit Sign Program TBD Engineering Council Request:Davis TBD (6/28/2022) B. Public Facility Corporations TBD City Manager's Office Council Request:Watts TBD October 25,2022 (6/28/2022) Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) C. Legislative Update TBD City Manager's Office City Business TBD Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) Two-Minute Pitch: City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): I Legal(if any) City Business Total Est.Time: 0:30 Other Major Items for Meeting: A. Multiple Audit Follow-up Reviews 22-1166 Internal Audit City Business 0:45 November 1,2022 Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) Two-Minute Pitch: City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business Total Est.Time: 1:15 Other Major Items for Meeting: *This is for planning purposes only.Dates are subject to change. 190 Meeting Date Item Legistar ID Departments Involved Type Estimated Time November 15,2022 Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) Two-Minute Pitch: City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business Total Est.Time: 0:30 Other Major Items for Meeting: A.Denton County Transit Authority Update 21-2507 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30 December 6,2022 Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) Two-Minute Pitch: City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business Total Est.Time: 1:00 Other Major Items for Meeting: A.Audit Project 030—Auditee Unknown 22-1167 Internal Audit City Business 0:30 December 13,2022 Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) Two-Minute Pitch: City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business MEMENNEF Total Est.Time: 1:00 Other Major Items for Meeting: Item Legistar ID Departments Type Estimated Work Session Date Sanger ETJ Boundary Adjustment 21-2653 Development Services City Business Date/A5 Work Session Dates to be Determined Denton Energy Center Alternate Fuel Study TBD DME City Business TBD Estimated Work Item Dates Departments Type Session Date Council Priorities and Significant Work Plan Items to be Scheduled Item Date Approved Department Estimated Hours to Requestor Complete Approved Council Pitches to be Scheduled *This is for planning purposes only.Dates are subject to change. 191 1 Street Closure Report: Upcoming Closures smartsheet SCR July 11th - 17th Street/lnterse.ti.�n Closure 75escription Department Department Contact Date 1 Ave D Highland St Maple St 07/18/22 08/05/22 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper 2 Forest Ridge Dr El Paseo St Wellington Oaks Cir 07/19/22 08/19/22 Street Panels Repair Streets Roy San Miguel 3 Linden Dr Malone St Gober St 07/19/22 08/12/22 1 Curb and Gutter/Valley Gutter Repair Streets Roy San Miguel 4 McKinney St E Bell St Frame St 07/18/22 08/01/22 Working on drainage and construction of Frame St. Public Works Inspections Armando Beltran 5 Oak St Fulton St Fry St 07/15/22 08/05/22 Utility work in roadway Public Works Inspections Gabrielle Milam 6 Sycamore St W Bernard St Welch St S 07/18/22 08/26/22 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper Exported on July 8,2022 10:44:31 AM CDT 192 Page 1 of 1 2 Street Closure Report: Current Closures smartsheet I Closure Start Closure End I Street/Intersection From To Date Date Description Department Department Contact 1 Allred Rd JM Prosperity Farm Rustic Barn Bonnie Brae St 09/27/21 07/31/22 Storm Installation,Cutting Private Development Public Jeremiah Tillman-David Venue Grade on Allred Works Inspections Atlas Dr Hercules Ln Juno Ln 06/06/22 07/15/22 Replacing gas service lines, Atmos Public Works Ryan Dromgoole 2 open trench,from new main. Inspections Road will be closed from 8am- 4pm Monday through Friday. 3 Ave A Maple St Highland St 07/05/22 07/15/22 Valley Gutter Repair Streets Roy San Miguel 4 Bell Ave Administration Or Mingo Rd 05/16/22 07/15/22 6 in.Asphalt Mill and Overlay/ Streets Roy San Miguel will be split in 3 Sections 5 Bradshaw St Hickory St McKinney St 03/21/22 07/31/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. Clover Ln Robinwood Ln Glenwood Ln 05/23/22 09/19/22 Wastewater Collections will be Wastewater Tiffany.sherrane@cityofdenton. 6 installing a new sewer main line com and services. College Park Dr Peach St Fowler Dr 04/18/22 07/20/22 Water Distribution will be Water Tiffany Sherrane 7 installing a new water naim line and services. 8 Crawford St Hickory St McKinney St 03/21/22 07/31/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. Fowler Dr College Park Dr Peach St 04/18/22 07/20/22 Water Distribution will be Water Tiffany SHerrane 9 installing a new water main line and services 10 Foxcroft Circle Old North Rd Archer Trail 05/02/22 08/05/22 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper 11 Fry St Oak St Scripture St 05/10/22 07/15/22 Drive Approaches/Sidewalk/ Private Development Public Gabrielle Milam Water and Sanitary Sewer Works Inspections 12 Green Ivy Rd Robinson Rd English Manor Rd 05/23/22 07/13/22 Concrete Panel and Sidewalk Streets Roy San Miguel Repair 13 Hettie St Paisley St McKinney St 03/21/22 07/31/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. 14 Hickory St Exposition St Ruddell St 05/02/22 08/31/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. 15 Hill Alley St Jackson St Martin St 06/06/22 08/26/22 Utility replacement and roadway Engineering Seth Garcia reconstruction 16 Hillcrest St Panhandle Scripture 05/10/22 07/29/22 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper 17 Jackson St Morse St Hill Alley St 06/06/22 08/26/22 Utility replacement and roadway Engineering Seth Garcia reconstruction Jim Chrystal Rd Western Blvd Masch Branch Rd 04/18/22 08/31/22 Exeter PH2.Installing Public Private Development Public Jeremiah Tillman-David 18 Water,Sewer,and Storm Works Inspections Utilities Live Oak St Robinwood Ln Crestwood PI 05/23/22 09/19/22 Wastewater collections will be Wastewater Tiffany Sherrane 19 installing a new sewer main line and services. 20 Mack Dr Paisley St Double Oak St 06/27/22 08/04/22 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper 21 Marquette Dr(3608) Centenary Dr Cul v Sac 06/27/22 07/22/22 ADA/Sidewalk Repair Streets Roy San Miguel 22 Masch Branch Rd Lovers Ln Hampton Rd 06/24/22 09/30/22 Bridge collapse at 3288 N. Drainage Gabriel Rodriguez Mash Branch Rd 23 McKinney St Crawford Rd Audra Ln 05/19/22 09/30/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. Mistywood Ln Sherwood St Robinwood Ln 05/23/22 09/19/22 Wastewater Collections will be Wastewater Tiffany Sherrane 24 installing a new sewer main line and services. 25 Morse St Lakey St Jackson St 06/06/22 08/26/22 Utility replacement and roadway Engineering Seth Garcia reconstruction Exported on July 8,2022 10:44:42 AM CDT 193 Page 1 of 2 Intersection • To ,ate Closure • • Description Department Department North Texas Blvd 1-35W Oak St 12/13/21 09/01/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement.There 26 will be multiple phases of closures.Will not be all at one time. 27 North Texas Blvd Oak St Hickory St 06/10/22 08/31/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. 28 Oak St.E Crawford St Wood St 04/04/22 08/31/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. 29 Parkside Or Windsor Dr Bowling Green St 05/31/22 07/15/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. Peach St Locust St Palmer Dr 04/18/22 07/20/22 Water Distribution will be Water Tiffany Sherrane 30 installing a new water main line and services. Robinwood Ln Kayewwod Dr Emerson Ln 05/23/22 09/19/22 Wastewater Collections will be Wastewater Tiffany Sherrane 31 installing a new sewer main line and services. 32 Rose St Paisley St Uland St 04/25/22 08/31/22 Pavement Replacement Engineering Scott Fettig 33 St James PI Wheeler Ridge Dr Thoroughbred Trl 06/27/22 08/05/22 Concrete Panel and Sidewalk Streets Roy San Miguel Repair 34 Stella St North Texas Blvd Bonnie Brae St 10/29/21 08/31/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. 35 Sycamore St Bernard St Carroll Blvd 05/17/22 07/29/22 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper 36 Uland St Rose St Railroad Ave 04/25/22 08/31/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. 37 Windsor Dr Fireside Ln Bonnie Brae St 06/06/22 08/26/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. 38 Wood St McKinney St Hickory St 04/11/22 08/31/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. Exported on July 8,2022 10:44:42 AM CDT 194 Page 2 of 2 3 Street Closure Report: Completed Closures smartsheet Street/Intersection From Date Description Department Department Contact Bonnie Brae St Scripture St 1-35 "01/01/2006/30/22 Installation of water Engineering Streets Water Robin Davis 1 transmission line and restoration of asphalt 2 Box Wood Dr Smoketree Trl Cul v Sac North 05/23/22 06/16/22 Concrete Panel Repair Streets Roy San Miguel 3 Foxcroft Cir Old North Rd Emerson Ln 02/11/22 06/27/22 Street reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper 4 Hillcrest St Scripture St Panhandle St 04/29/22 06/30/22 Street reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper 5 Long Rd Sherman Dr(428) Holy Springs Rd 05/16/22 06/16/22 Concrete Panel Repair Streets Roy San Miguel McKinney St Elm St Locust St 06/16/22 07/01/22 Restoring concrete from Atmos Public Works Inspections Ryan Dromgoole 6 replacing Gas Main and Services.Inside Lane Closure on NB Locust 7 Mockingbird Ln Mingo Rd Stockton St 05/04/22 06/13/22 Sewer manhole installation and Public Works Inspections Armando Beltran 2 water taps. 8 Oak St.W Bradley St North Texas Blvd 06/10/22 06/22/22 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig pavement replacement. 9 Shagbark Dr Vintage Blvd Buckthorn Ln 05/31/22 06/24/22 Concrete Panel Replacement Engineering Seth Garcia Trinity Rd Mills Rd Grissom Rd 06/27/22 07/01/22 Water tap into the Woodlands Public Works Inspections Armando Beltran 10 Privat development. 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