economic development, expanding city amenities top listCOMMERCE CITY – Capitalizing on economic development opportunities, fixing Tower Road and State Highway 2, expanding the city’s trail and recreation network, and strengthening communication between council and constituents are some of the goals for Commerce City in the coming years.
During City Council’s two-day retreat, held at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park , councilors reflected on the successes achieved during 2010 and considered more than 100 ideas from the community on how best to move the city forward.
“Planning and decision-making is not a one-time event,” said Councilor Jason McEldowney, who chaired this year’s retreat subcommittee. “Last year, city council made a conscious decision to be more strategic and develop tools to help establish goals for the city. This year’s annual retreat built on that concept, by really focusing in on how we want to move this city forward. The strategic framework established by council will allow us to communicate progress with our constituents and achieve a Quality Community for a Lifetime for years to come.”
City Council’s goals for 2011-2013 include:
· Develop a balanced and vibrate city economy.
o Cultivate economic development through business retention, expansion and job creation.
o Advance initiatives that expand city’s “business-friendly” environment.
· Effectively provide services and amenities that enhance quality of life and position the city for continued growth.
o Implement infrastructure improvements to increase mobility.
o Identify opportunities to improve transit, bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
o Expand recreational offerings and trail/park networks to improve quality of life.
o Identify additional amenities desired by residents and how best to financially deliver needs.
o Craft consistent customer service experience for constituents across all city departments.
o Promote activities that enhance public health, wellness and quality of life.
· Craft sustainable partnerships that benefit residents and businesses alike.
o Develop strong partnerships with school districts to enhance educational opportunities.
o Seek new opportunities to lead revitalization and redevelopment efforts within city.
o Expand opportunities for civic engagement by various constituencies.
· Create a community built upon a culture of leadership and excellence.
o Maintain sustainable financial plan that strengthens reserves and reduces existing debt.
o Prolong declining crime statistics trend with community policing initiatives.
o Create a communications program that builds pride, connectivity and engagement among Commerce City residents, businesses and employees.
o Establish coordinated and consistent flow of information about Commerce City through internal and external channels.
o Advance proposals that reform council practices and policies.
“Last year’s retreat identified a list of 114 priorities for staff to address. More than 103 – or 90 percent – are in progress or have been completed,” said Mayor Paul Natale. “I’m confident that the outcomes of this year’s retreat will be achieved by council and staff in the coming years.”
Staff will provide council and the community with quarterly progress updates, increasing government transparency.
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