Item 4Proposed
Sidewalk
Partnership
Program
September 15, 2009
Presentation Outline
• Program Purpose
• Proposed Procedures
– “Sidewalk Partnership
Program”
– Education and Marketing
• Other Issues
• City Council Feedback
and Direction
Program Purpose
To provide guidelines for a program to
encourage residential and non-residential
property owners to donate the
property required to implement
the City of Southlake’s
Pathway’s Plan.
City of Southlake Strategy Map
The City of Southlake provides municipal services that support the highest quality of
life for our residents and businesses. We do this by delivering outstanding value and
unrivaled quality in everything that we do.
Fulfill Our
Mission
Live Our Core Values
Promote
Learning
and Growth
Provide
Financial
Stewardship
Serve Our
Customers
C1 Achieve the
highest standards
of safety and
security
C3 Provide attractive
and unique spaces for
enjoyment of personal
interests
C4 Attract and keep top-tier
businesses to drive a
dynamic and sustainable
economic environment
C2 Provide travel
convenience
within city and
region
B5 Optimize
use of
technology
B1 Implement and
share best practices
across all departments
B3 Pursue
innovative service
delivery options
B4 Provide high
quality customer
service
B2 Collaborate with
select partners to
implement service
solutions
F1 Achieve
competitive financial
benchmarks
F2 Maintain or
improve AA bond
rating
F4 Maximize
return on
investments
F3 Invest to provide and
maintain high quality
public assets
Manage the
Proposed Procedure:
Sidewalk Partnership Program
• Sidewalk Project Priorities
• Eligibility
• Property owner notification
• Advocacy
• Conveyance costs
• Recognition
• Tax benefits
Proposed Procedure:
Sidewalk Partnership Program
30 Days =
No response
Participation
Participation
RECOGNITION
&
TAX BENEFITS
Proposed Procedure:
Recognition Ideas
• Based on square feet of property
donated
• Legacy recognition
– Pavers
– Signage
• “Advertising” recognition
– Website
– Newsletter
– Ads in local papers
Proposed Procedure:
Education and Marketing
Encourage property owners to donate,
rather than sell, easements for pathways
by:
• Promoting walk ability
• Enhancing connectivity
• Facilitating tax benefits
• Recognizing participation
Proposed Procedure:
Education and Marketing
• Presentations
• Media
• Technology options
• Partners
Other Issues
1. Eligibility
2. Property Bill of Rights
3. IRS Letter
4. Property Valuation
Questions / Discussion
Business
Safety Mobility Infrastructure Performance Management Quality Partnerships
and Security and Service Delivery Development and Volunteerism
L2 Enhance
leadership
capabilities to
deliver results
L3 Attract,
develop and
retain a skilled
workforce
L1 Ensure our people
understand the
strategy and how they
contribute to it
L4 Recognize
and
reward high
performers
L5 Actively promote
opportunities for partnerships
and volunteer involvement
(individual and group)
Deliver on Our
Focus Areas
Integrity Innovation ● Accountability ● Commitment to Excellence ● Teamwork
C5 Enhance resident
quality of life and
business sustainability
through tourism