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01-43Council File # e�- 43 RESOLUTION Green Sheet # 100�1 CITY OF SAINT AUL, M{NNESOTA ,g Presented bV � 1 "— • /�+�'�'-� � . �o.� Refesed To Committee Date 1 WHEREAS, the values and priorities of citizens include fanuly, safety, job opportunities, communiTy and economic 2 health, neighborhood affordability and livability, and the well-being of children and seniors; and WHEREAS, many of the services Saint Paul and other Minnesota cities provide directly enhance those citizen priorities; and 5 WIIEREAS, the connection between city services and how they benefit citizen priorities and concems is not always 6 understood by citizens and not always communicated efficiently by the City; and 7 WI IEREAS, it is one of the responsibilities of city officials to ensure that legislators, media, and citizens understand 8 Saint Paul City government through open and frequent communication using various avenues and means; and 9 WHEREAS, it is important to encourage citizens to participate actively in City government, to share their views, and 10 to work in partnership with City officials to ensure that the needs of the community are met; and 11 WHEREAS, while Saint Paul has a nafional model for citizen participation in the District Council system, there is 12 always opportuuity to unprove communication, knowledge, and understanding between the community and 13 government; and 14 WAEREAS, some of the azeas in which Saint Pau1 would like to see enhancements that improve, community 15 understanding aze the Truth-in-Taxafion statement and Internet access to City information; and 16 WHEREAS, partnerships developed between citizens and city officials can result in greater understanding of the 17 connection between Minnesota's high quality oflife and the services provided by Minnesota cities, as well as greater 18 trust by citizens in the efforts of city government; now therefore be it 01—�13 1 RESOLVED, that the City of Saint Paul hereby declazes its comxnitment to join the "Minnesota Cities: Building 2 Qualiiy Coxnmunities" statewide educational effort in cooperation with the League of Minnesota Cities and with 3 cities across Minnesota; and be it finally RESOLVED, that the City Council directs that the Council Reseazch of&ce designate a key staff cotttact for this effort. Requested by Depattment of. � Form Approved by City Attorney � Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council By� � �--. �,.��`--' By' -` i Approved by Mayor: Date V(/yl� f � Zd'1¢� By: � { � Adopted by Council: Aate � s ,,,� �\� � 1. p p� a�--- Adoption Certified by Council Secretary o�-'t7 CITY COUNCII. GREEN SHEET No 1 ���1 a Councilmember Pat Hatris 6-8630 TOTAI # OF SIGNATURE PAGES u��� u��— ❑ �.,,.,� ❑ m.� ❑.«,�,�� ❑,«.�.�.,�.a.a � MWRI�YR�MR/ �❑ (CLIP ALL LOCATIONS FOR SIGNATURE) A resolution declaring the City of Saint Paul's commitment to join the "Minnesota Ci6es: BuIlding Quality Communities" statewide educational effort in cooperation with the League of Mmnesota Cities, and directing Council Reseazch to desi9nate a staff inember for ttus program. � REGOMMtNUAI ION ApW0V0 (A) Of KeJBC[ � PLANNING COMMISSION CIB COMMRTEE ,,,. � CIVILSERVICECAMMISSION 1'.�iri IIY_{:`• �4�iR�7 OF SIZPJISACTWN t Flas ihie Pe+�Ktm everNOrked under e ConhaCt tofihie depaM�enl7 YES NO tias Mis Dana�fiim ever been a cav emduvee4 Y � � ' ooec mis a��m aoaee� a sk� not nonnelNo�eesaetl bv �v current alr emobree9 YES Pl0 la ihic pareoNkm a targe[etl vendort YES NO Yain aN vm ariaxc's on aeoarate sheet and attacli to nreen sheM ' WSTIItEYENUE BUOIiETm ICIRGIE GHHI YES NO SOURCE ACTNITY NUMBER > t- . o�-�t� Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities BACKGROUND In the past few years, members of the League of Minnesota Cities have become concerned about what some state legislators and other groups are saying about city government. More and more comments seem to describe cities as special interest groups, rather than as representatives of Minnesota citizens. Add to that a disconnection from government feit by a growing number of Americans, especially among young people, and League feaders decided to take action. Cities are the means to °community." We work in the interest of the families and businesses that live and work in our communities, and we are major contributors to quality of life in Minnesota. This is the message we must make clear to "key influencers"— legislators, the media, other influential groups — and directly to our citizens. Last year, the LMC Board of Directors worked with a pubfic relations firm to obtain candid feedback from citizens and key influencers to determine what quality of life means to them and how their city government helps contribute to that quality of life. Through focus groups and one-on-one interviews, we heard from citizens and key influencers about their top priorities for a high quality of life. Top Priorities of Quality of Life . Safety . Family . 7ob opportunities . Good health care . Good schools . Recreational opportunities . Strong sense of community From these findings, we developed key messages and the foundation of the Building Quality Communities effort. Since many of these priorities reflect the services cities provide to Minnesota citizens, city ofFcials can begin to connect the value of city services to the values of our citizens. The mission of Building Quality Communities 1. To enhance the perception of Minnesota city governments and city o�cials. 2. To reinvigorate and increase citizen involvement in city government. 3. To reinstill a sense of pride in public service, inspiring young people to seek careers in city government. The key to achieving this mission is a grassroots effort among all cities, focusing on clearly and consistently making the connection between the work of city governments and the high quality of life Minnesotans experience. We also will work to: • Seek effective ways to get citizens involved in building their community. • Continue improving our partnership with legislators and the media. • Strengthen our collaboration with other community groups. For more information and resources, visit the League's BQC Web site: www.lmnc.org/bqc/home.htm o � -�t'3 Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities BENEFITS By participating in the Building Quality Communities public education campaign, your city and all League members can benefit in a number of ways. Benefits to your city: . Greater understanding among your citys residents, businesses, community groups, legislators, reporters, and editors of how your city's efforts contribute to quality of life in your community. Increased citizen participation in your city's activities and discussions, due to an enhanced perception of the role of Minnesota city governments and city officials. Assistance from LMC in communicating this connection between what your city does and quality of life in your community — we plan for this ass+stance to come in many forms over the ne� two years, including: - a video you can show on your local cable access channel or at city events; - camera-ready and electronic versions of the Building Quality Communities logo (both black and white and color versions); - talking points for speaking to community groups and schools; - sample articles, press releases and advertisements; - facilitation of citizen focus groups; and - a catalog of items your city can purchase that incorporate the Building Quality Communities logo with your city's name. Benefits to all Minnesota cities: Working together, Minnesota cities can proactively define themselves in a positive light, rather than reacting to how legislators, the media, and other groups characterize us. This statewide, grassroots effort gives cities strength in numbers and one voice in challenging negative perceptions and conveying the message that city governments are essential to quality of life in Minnesota. If we are successful in associating city governments with positive goals and essential services, we believe we can gain greater legislative cooperation and strengthen our partnership in serving our common canstituents. We also believe that increased participation in city government may result, as well as decreased cynicism among young people. For more information and resources, visit the League's BQC Web site; www.lmnc.org(bqc(home.htm o�_�{-� Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities KEY M ESSAG ES Key messages are concise, memorable phrases that have meaning for target audiences. The phrases describe the mission of an organization or program and hefp to focus efForts to achieve that mission. The key messages for the Building Quality Communities campaign are based on what we learned from our focus group discussions and interviews with citizens, key influencers, and legislators. By integrating the BQC key messages into your city's communications, you can convey the connection between what cities do and quality of life in your communiry. (Please see sample ads in right folder pocket.) KEY MESSAGES FOR CITIZENS Cities... • ... work for safe neighborhoods . ... create economic vitality .... provide opportunities for all citizens . ... value children and families .... encourage citizen involvement in communiry building . ... foster pride in communiry .... work in the interest of citizens .... plan for the community's future KEY MESSAGES FOR LEGISLATORS Cities... .... plan for the community's future •... encourage citizen involvement in community building .... work in the interest of citizens .... improve the quality of life for Minnesotans For more information and resources, visit the League's BQC Web site: www.lmnc.org/bqc/home.html Council File # e�- 43 RESOLUTION Green Sheet # 100�1 CITY OF SAINT AUL, M{NNESOTA ,g Presented bV � 1 "— • /�+�'�'-� � . �o.� Refesed To Committee Date 1 WHEREAS, the values and priorities of citizens include fanuly, safety, job opportunities, communiTy and economic 2 health, neighborhood affordability and livability, and the well-being of children and seniors; and WHEREAS, many of the services Saint Paul and other Minnesota cities provide directly enhance those citizen priorities; and 5 WIIEREAS, the connection between city services and how they benefit citizen priorities and concems is not always 6 understood by citizens and not always communicated efficiently by the City; and 7 WI IEREAS, it is one of the responsibilities of city officials to ensure that legislators, media, and citizens understand 8 Saint Paul City government through open and frequent communication using various avenues and means; and 9 WHEREAS, it is important to encourage citizens to participate actively in City government, to share their views, and 10 to work in partnership with City officials to ensure that the needs of the community are met; and 11 WHEREAS, while Saint Paul has a nafional model for citizen participation in the District Council system, there is 12 always opportuuity to unprove communication, knowledge, and understanding between the community and 13 government; and 14 WAEREAS, some of the azeas in which Saint Pau1 would like to see enhancements that improve, community 15 understanding aze the Truth-in-Taxafion statement and Internet access to City information; and 16 WHEREAS, partnerships developed between citizens and city officials can result in greater understanding of the 17 connection between Minnesota's high quality oflife and the services provided by Minnesota cities, as well as greater 18 trust by citizens in the efforts of city government; now therefore be it 01—�13 1 RESOLVED, that the City of Saint Paul hereby declazes its comxnitment to join the "Minnesota Cities: Building 2 Qualiiy Coxnmunities" statewide educational effort in cooperation with the League of Minnesota Cities and with 3 cities across Minnesota; and be it finally RESOLVED, that the City Council directs that the Council Reseazch of&ce designate a key staff cotttact for this effort. Requested by Depattment of. � Form Approved by City Attorney � Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council By� � �--. �,.��`--' By' -` i Approved by Mayor: Date V(/yl� f � Zd'1¢� By: � { � Adopted by Council: Aate � s ,,,� �\� � 1. p p� a�--- Adoption Certified by Council Secretary o�-'t7 CITY COUNCII. GREEN SHEET No 1 ���1 a Councilmember Pat Hatris 6-8630 TOTAI # OF SIGNATURE PAGES u��� u��— ❑ �.,,.,� ❑ m.� ❑.«,�,�� ❑,«.�.�.,�.a.a � MWRI�YR�MR/ �❑ (CLIP ALL LOCATIONS FOR SIGNATURE) A resolution declaring the City of Saint Paul's commitment to join the "Minnesota Ci6es: BuIlding Quality Communities" statewide educational effort in cooperation with the League of Mmnesota Cities, and directing Council Reseazch to desi9nate a staff inember for ttus program. � REGOMMtNUAI ION ApW0V0 (A) Of KeJBC[ � PLANNING COMMISSION CIB COMMRTEE ,,,. � CIVILSERVICECAMMISSION 1'.�iri IIY_{:`• �4�iR�7 OF SIZPJISACTWN t Flas ihie Pe+�Ktm everNOrked under e ConhaCt tofihie depaM�enl7 YES NO tias Mis Dana�fiim ever been a cav emduvee4 Y � � ' ooec mis a��m aoaee� a sk� not nonnelNo�eesaetl bv �v current alr emobree9 YES Pl0 la ihic pareoNkm a targe[etl vendort YES NO Yain aN vm ariaxc's on aeoarate sheet and attacli to nreen sheM ' WSTIItEYENUE BUOIiETm ICIRGIE GHHI YES NO SOURCE ACTNITY NUMBER > t- . o�-�t� Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities BACKGROUND In the past few years, members of the League of Minnesota Cities have become concerned about what some state legislators and other groups are saying about city government. More and more comments seem to describe cities as special interest groups, rather than as representatives of Minnesota citizens. Add to that a disconnection from government feit by a growing number of Americans, especially among young people, and League feaders decided to take action. Cities are the means to °community." We work in the interest of the families and businesses that live and work in our communities, and we are major contributors to quality of life in Minnesota. This is the message we must make clear to "key influencers"— legislators, the media, other influential groups — and directly to our citizens. Last year, the LMC Board of Directors worked with a pubfic relations firm to obtain candid feedback from citizens and key influencers to determine what quality of life means to them and how their city government helps contribute to that quality of life. Through focus groups and one-on-one interviews, we heard from citizens and key influencers about their top priorities for a high quality of life. Top Priorities of Quality of Life . Safety . Family . 7ob opportunities . Good health care . Good schools . Recreational opportunities . Strong sense of community From these findings, we developed key messages and the foundation of the Building Quality Communities effort. Since many of these priorities reflect the services cities provide to Minnesota citizens, city ofFcials can begin to connect the value of city services to the values of our citizens. The mission of Building Quality Communities 1. To enhance the perception of Minnesota city governments and city o�cials. 2. To reinvigorate and increase citizen involvement in city government. 3. To reinstill a sense of pride in public service, inspiring young people to seek careers in city government. The key to achieving this mission is a grassroots effort among all cities, focusing on clearly and consistently making the connection between the work of city governments and the high quality of life Minnesotans experience. We also will work to: • Seek effective ways to get citizens involved in building their community. • Continue improving our partnership with legislators and the media. • Strengthen our collaboration with other community groups. For more information and resources, visit the League's BQC Web site: www.lmnc.org/bqc/home.htm o � -�t'3 Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities BENEFITS By participating in the Building Quality Communities public education campaign, your city and all League members can benefit in a number of ways. Benefits to your city: . Greater understanding among your citys residents, businesses, community groups, legislators, reporters, and editors of how your city's efforts contribute to quality of life in your community. Increased citizen participation in your city's activities and discussions, due to an enhanced perception of the role of Minnesota city governments and city officials. Assistance from LMC in communicating this connection between what your city does and quality of life in your community — we plan for this ass+stance to come in many forms over the ne� two years, including: - a video you can show on your local cable access channel or at city events; - camera-ready and electronic versions of the Building Quality Communities logo (both black and white and color versions); - talking points for speaking to community groups and schools; - sample articles, press releases and advertisements; - facilitation of citizen focus groups; and - a catalog of items your city can purchase that incorporate the Building Quality Communities logo with your city's name. Benefits to all Minnesota cities: Working together, Minnesota cities can proactively define themselves in a positive light, rather than reacting to how legislators, the media, and other groups characterize us. This statewide, grassroots effort gives cities strength in numbers and one voice in challenging negative perceptions and conveying the message that city governments are essential to quality of life in Minnesota. If we are successful in associating city governments with positive goals and essential services, we believe we can gain greater legislative cooperation and strengthen our partnership in serving our common canstituents. We also believe that increased participation in city government may result, as well as decreased cynicism among young people. For more information and resources, visit the League's BQC Web site; www.lmnc.org(bqc(home.htm o�_�{-� Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities KEY M ESSAG ES Key messages are concise, memorable phrases that have meaning for target audiences. The phrases describe the mission of an organization or program and hefp to focus efForts to achieve that mission. The key messages for the Building Quality Communities campaign are based on what we learned from our focus group discussions and interviews with citizens, key influencers, and legislators. By integrating the BQC key messages into your city's communications, you can convey the connection between what cities do and quality of life in your communiry. (Please see sample ads in right folder pocket.) KEY MESSAGES FOR CITIZENS Cities... • ... work for safe neighborhoods . ... create economic vitality .... provide opportunities for all citizens . ... value children and families .... encourage citizen involvement in communiry building . ... foster pride in communiry .... work in the interest of citizens .... plan for the community's future KEY MESSAGES FOR LEGISLATORS Cities... .... plan for the community's future •... encourage citizen involvement in community building .... work in the interest of citizens .... improve the quality of life for Minnesotans For more information and resources, visit the League's BQC Web site: www.lmnc.org/bqc/home.html Council File # e�- 43 RESOLUTION Green Sheet # 100�1 CITY OF SAINT AUL, M{NNESOTA ,g Presented bV � 1 "— • /�+�'�'-� � . �o.� Refesed To Committee Date 1 WHEREAS, the values and priorities of citizens include fanuly, safety, job opportunities, communiTy and economic 2 health, neighborhood affordability and livability, and the well-being of children and seniors; and WHEREAS, many of the services Saint Paul and other Minnesota cities provide directly enhance those citizen priorities; and 5 WIIEREAS, the connection between city services and how they benefit citizen priorities and concems is not always 6 understood by citizens and not always communicated efficiently by the City; and 7 WI IEREAS, it is one of the responsibilities of city officials to ensure that legislators, media, and citizens understand 8 Saint Paul City government through open and frequent communication using various avenues and means; and 9 WHEREAS, it is important to encourage citizens to participate actively in City government, to share their views, and 10 to work in partnership with City officials to ensure that the needs of the community are met; and 11 WHEREAS, while Saint Paul has a nafional model for citizen participation in the District Council system, there is 12 always opportuuity to unprove communication, knowledge, and understanding between the community and 13 government; and 14 WAEREAS, some of the azeas in which Saint Pau1 would like to see enhancements that improve, community 15 understanding aze the Truth-in-Taxafion statement and Internet access to City information; and 16 WHEREAS, partnerships developed between citizens and city officials can result in greater understanding of the 17 connection between Minnesota's high quality oflife and the services provided by Minnesota cities, as well as greater 18 trust by citizens in the efforts of city government; now therefore be it 01—�13 1 RESOLVED, that the City of Saint Paul hereby declazes its comxnitment to join the "Minnesota Cities: Building 2 Qualiiy Coxnmunities" statewide educational effort in cooperation with the League of Minnesota Cities and with 3 cities across Minnesota; and be it finally RESOLVED, that the City Council directs that the Council Reseazch of&ce designate a key staff cotttact for this effort. Requested by Depattment of. � Form Approved by City Attorney � Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council By� � �--. �,.��`--' By' -` i Approved by Mayor: Date V(/yl� f � Zd'1¢� By: � { � Adopted by Council: Aate � s ,,,� �\� � 1. p p� a�--- Adoption Certified by Council Secretary o�-'t7 CITY COUNCII. GREEN SHEET No 1 ���1 a Councilmember Pat Hatris 6-8630 TOTAI # OF SIGNATURE PAGES u��� u��— ❑ �.,,.,� ❑ m.� ❑.«,�,�� ❑,«.�.�.,�.a.a � MWRI�YR�MR/ �❑ (CLIP ALL LOCATIONS FOR SIGNATURE) A resolution declaring the City of Saint Paul's commitment to join the "Minnesota Ci6es: BuIlding Quality Communities" statewide educational effort in cooperation with the League of Mmnesota Cities, and directing Council Reseazch to desi9nate a staff inember for ttus program. � REGOMMtNUAI ION ApW0V0 (A) Of KeJBC[ � PLANNING COMMISSION CIB COMMRTEE ,,,. � CIVILSERVICECAMMISSION 1'.�iri IIY_{:`• �4�iR�7 OF SIZPJISACTWN t Flas ihie Pe+�Ktm everNOrked under e ConhaCt tofihie depaM�enl7 YES NO tias Mis Dana�fiim ever been a cav emduvee4 Y � � ' ooec mis a��m aoaee� a sk� not nonnelNo�eesaetl bv �v current alr emobree9 YES Pl0 la ihic pareoNkm a targe[etl vendort YES NO Yain aN vm ariaxc's on aeoarate sheet and attacli to nreen sheM ' WSTIItEYENUE BUOIiETm ICIRGIE GHHI YES NO SOURCE ACTNITY NUMBER > t- . o�-�t� Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities BACKGROUND In the past few years, members of the League of Minnesota Cities have become concerned about what some state legislators and other groups are saying about city government. More and more comments seem to describe cities as special interest groups, rather than as representatives of Minnesota citizens. Add to that a disconnection from government feit by a growing number of Americans, especially among young people, and League feaders decided to take action. Cities are the means to °community." We work in the interest of the families and businesses that live and work in our communities, and we are major contributors to quality of life in Minnesota. This is the message we must make clear to "key influencers"— legislators, the media, other influential groups — and directly to our citizens. Last year, the LMC Board of Directors worked with a pubfic relations firm to obtain candid feedback from citizens and key influencers to determine what quality of life means to them and how their city government helps contribute to that quality of life. Through focus groups and one-on-one interviews, we heard from citizens and key influencers about their top priorities for a high quality of life. Top Priorities of Quality of Life . Safety . Family . 7ob opportunities . Good health care . Good schools . Recreational opportunities . Strong sense of community From these findings, we developed key messages and the foundation of the Building Quality Communities effort. Since many of these priorities reflect the services cities provide to Minnesota citizens, city ofFcials can begin to connect the value of city services to the values of our citizens. The mission of Building Quality Communities 1. To enhance the perception of Minnesota city governments and city o�cials. 2. To reinvigorate and increase citizen involvement in city government. 3. To reinstill a sense of pride in public service, inspiring young people to seek careers in city government. The key to achieving this mission is a grassroots effort among all cities, focusing on clearly and consistently making the connection between the work of city governments and the high quality of life Minnesotans experience. We also will work to: • Seek effective ways to get citizens involved in building their community. • Continue improving our partnership with legislators and the media. • Strengthen our collaboration with other community groups. For more information and resources, visit the League's BQC Web site: www.lmnc.org/bqc/home.htm o � -�t'3 Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities BENEFITS By participating in the Building Quality Communities public education campaign, your city and all League members can benefit in a number of ways. Benefits to your city: . Greater understanding among your citys residents, businesses, community groups, legislators, reporters, and editors of how your city's efforts contribute to quality of life in your community. Increased citizen participation in your city's activities and discussions, due to an enhanced perception of the role of Minnesota city governments and city officials. Assistance from LMC in communicating this connection between what your city does and quality of life in your community — we plan for this ass+stance to come in many forms over the ne� two years, including: - a video you can show on your local cable access channel or at city events; - camera-ready and electronic versions of the Building Quality Communities logo (both black and white and color versions); - talking points for speaking to community groups and schools; - sample articles, press releases and advertisements; - facilitation of citizen focus groups; and - a catalog of items your city can purchase that incorporate the Building Quality Communities logo with your city's name. Benefits to all Minnesota cities: Working together, Minnesota cities can proactively define themselves in a positive light, rather than reacting to how legislators, the media, and other groups characterize us. This statewide, grassroots effort gives cities strength in numbers and one voice in challenging negative perceptions and conveying the message that city governments are essential to quality of life in Minnesota. If we are successful in associating city governments with positive goals and essential services, we believe we can gain greater legislative cooperation and strengthen our partnership in serving our common canstituents. We also believe that increased participation in city government may result, as well as decreased cynicism among young people. For more information and resources, visit the League's BQC Web site; www.lmnc.org(bqc(home.htm o�_�{-� Minnesota Cities: Building Quality Communities KEY M ESSAG ES Key messages are concise, memorable phrases that have meaning for target audiences. The phrases describe the mission of an organization or program and hefp to focus efForts to achieve that mission. The key messages for the Building Quality Communities campaign are based on what we learned from our focus group discussions and interviews with citizens, key influencers, and legislators. By integrating the BQC key messages into your city's communications, you can convey the connection between what cities do and quality of life in your communiry. (Please see sample ads in right folder pocket.) KEY MESSAGES FOR CITIZENS Cities... • ... work for safe neighborhoods . ... create economic vitality .... provide opportunities for all citizens . ... value children and families .... encourage citizen involvement in communiry building . ... foster pride in communiry .... work in the interest of citizens .... plan for the community's future KEY MESSAGES FOR LEGISLATORS Cities... .... plan for the community's future •... encourage citizen involvement in community building .... work in the interest of citizens .... improve the quality of life for Minnesotans For more information and resources, visit the League's BQC Web site: www.lmnc.org/bqc/home.html