City Accomplishments FY 2017-2018

California

2017-2018 CITY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Sean Ashton Mayor

Rick Rodriguez Mayor Pro Tem

Blanca Pacheco Council Member

Fernando Vasquez Council Member

Alex Saab

Council Member

July 2018

Honorable Mayor, Members of the City Council, Downey Residents and Friends: It is with great pleasure that I present to you the sixth annual report on the City Council’s Goals and priorities. The FY 2017-18 goals were established in January 2017 at the City Council’s annual priorities workshop. This annual report provides an opportunity to highlight and celebrate Downey’s successes in achieving the Council’s priorities for our community.

As we close Fiscal Year 2017-18, we mark the first six months of a three year, $50 million capital improvement plan impacting virtually every corner of the community. Beginning with the start of the 2018-19 fiscal year, this capital improvement program, funded through the 2017 Lease Revenue Bonds issued by the Downey Public Financing Authority, will virtually double the capital project output of the City during the three year project period, without compromises on current Council priorities.

The City continues its robust economic development strategy, with the near completion of the build-out of the Promenade Development, the opening of the nationwide top-performing Nissan Dealership, and the redevelopment of the long-vacant former World of Décor/ Pace/ Gemco property at the marquee intersection of the Interstate 5 and 605 freeways into the Giant RV dealership. A welcome capstone to our thriving economic efforts was the recognition from the Los Angeles Economic Development

Corporation naming Downey as the “Most Business Friendly City” with a population of more than 68,000 residents.

The outstanding indicators described in the following sections demonstrate the results of the Council’s clear, strategic vision through its five priorities of Fiscal Responsibility, Efficiency & Adaptability, Economic Vibrancy, Quality of Life, Safety and Infrastructure, and Public Engagement. These principles inform the development of the Council’s annual goals and objectives, which advance the policies set forth in the City of Downey’s Vision 2025 General Plan, and which are the basis for the budgetary proposals transmitted to the City Council each year.

I am proud of the incredible work accomplished

by City staff and the community at large under the guidance and leadership of the City Council.

Respectfully submitted,

Gilbert A. Livas City Manager

Integrity v Commitment v Respect v Teamwork Engagement v Passion v Excellence

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

For the fifth year in a row, Downey was awarded both the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award and the California State Municipal Finance Officers’ Operating Budget Meritous Award for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-18 Budget. The Awards demonstrate the City Council’s ongoing commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility, noting that the Budget meets the highest principles of governmental budgeting and sets an example of policy, transparency, efficiency and accountability while maintaining accessibility to the average resident.

Over two years ago, the City began working on an American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Program which included the development of a self-evaluation and transition plan bringing City infrastructure into compliance with the ADA. As part of the transition plan development, the City reached out to residents and organizations serving the needs of persons with disabilities for input on how the City can best serve the needs of persons with disabilities.

The Transition Plan was completed in November 2017.

PERS Actuarial Analysis In December 2017, the CalPERS board voted to maintain the lowering of the discount rate down to 7% over the next three years which is resulted in a substantial increase in pension costs for FY 2018-19. In keeping with the City Council’s objective of fiscal responsibility, the City opted to prefund its unfunded pension liability which reduced the total annual cost by $378K. City staff carefully monitor and continuously look for options to reduce overall pension cost.

Financial Reserves Policy The most important financial responsibility of the City of Downey to its residents is the safeguard and care of public funds. Sound financial management includes the practice of maintaining an adequate general fund reserve for contingencies. A formal Financial Reserves Policy was adopted by the City Council that would aid in maintaining a prudent reserve fund with 15% in Emergency Reserve and 20% in Stability Reserve Funds.

Emergency Preparedness Operations Organizationally, we have revitalized our Emergency Preparedness Program by launching a newly developed comprehensive staff training initiated to ensure timely response and recovery efforts in the event of a disaster. This training has been particularly helpful in readiness of staff to respond to disasters and other emergencies.

Special consideration has been given to training and drills for use of the City’s phone, text and email notification systems, to ensure secure, timely coordination and communication with community members.

02 03 99.9%

Accounts Receivable Collectible Rate

FY 2017-18 General Fund Expenditures $6.9 M Parks & Recreation $20.4 M Fire

$6.0 M Finance $5.1 M Community Development

$33.1 M Police

$85.2 Million $5.8 M Administration $1.7 M Transfers Out

$6.2 M Public Works

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY City Council Priorities ;; Strategic Organizational Assessment ;; Institute a 10-year Financial Plan ;; PERS Actuarial Analysis ;; Complete ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan ;; Financial Reserves Policy

Reserve Percentage of Operating Gen

70%

60%

Percentage

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

96-97 Reserve % 27%

97-98 44%

98-99 44%

99-00 39%

00-01 38%

01-02 36%

02-03 43%

03-04 29%

04-05 48%

05-06 62%

06-07 65%

07-08 63%

08-09 60%

09-10 58%

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$6.1 Million The City of Downey managed over $6.1 million in grant projects in FY 2017-18.

Grant Highlights: • ASES Grant for ASPIRE afterschool program • Federal Transportation Earmark Exchange Program • Electric Vehicle Charging Stations • Motor Vehicle Subvention Fund Program • LSTA Laptop Grant • VR Experience Project

neral Fund

Millions

Budget Breakdown by Fund

10-11 37%

11-12 23%

12-13 24%

13-14 45%

14-15 40%

15-16 38%

16-17 38%

17-18 35%

FY 16-17

$80,726,488

$26,256,389

$40,620,108

$1,819,213

FY 17-18

$85,215,607

$28,185,089

$47,123,769

$1,642,564

ECONOMIC VIBRANCY Kasier Permanente Hospital Tower and Parking Structure

Most Business Friendly City Award The City of Downey was named “Most Business Friendly City” in Los Angeles County by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC), for cities with populations greater than 68,000. The award was presented to the City during the 22nd Annual Eddy Awards in November 2017.

Downey was selected based on its commitment to economic development; excellence in programs and services designed to facilitate business entry, expansion, and retention; competitive business tax rates and fee structures; availability of economic incentives; and effective communication with and about business clients.

Rancho South Campus The City of Downey applied for and received a $425,000 grant from METRO to create a specific plan for the area and plan a transit station for the future Eco-Rapid line. On June 13, 2017, the City Council approved an agreement with Kimley-Horn to begin preparing the specific plan. The City has initiated its plan project. Los Angeles County and METRO are working on their Environemtal Impact Report (EIR).

Metro, and Los Angeles County recently conducted an in-house workshop to discuss potential land use options.

Anticipated Completion Date: Summer, 2019

Kaiser Permanente has received building permits and has broken ground on a new 141,364 S.F. hospital tower and 1,201-space parking structure.

Kaiser will also expand its central utility plant, as well as related infrastructure and internal circulation improvements.

A satellite parking lot is operational, including shuttle service to and from the hospital. Temporary fencing and signage have been installed for all related construction. Anticipated Completion Date: Winter, 2020

Reuse of Avenue Theater Early this year, the Planning Commission approved the adaptive reuse to create a new dining and entertainment experience in Downtown Downey. The Crawford Restaurant will include an outdoor dining area serving southern style barbeque; and Rockwell, a live music venue with rooftop lounge showcasing live bands, dinner theater shows, stand-up comedy, live shows (plays, operas and musicals) and public speaking engagements. The Downey Avenue Theater facade will be restored to recreate the facade during the 1960’s, housing the Avenue Pizzeria serving New York style pizza and Italian food; directly on Third Street.

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06 07 Housing on the Horizon Village Walk (8150 Third) The construction of 28 townhomes on the southwest corner of Third St and La Reina Ave with units ranging in size from 1,362 sq.ft. to 1,821 sq.ft. The construction of both 8-plexes and one 6-plex are complete, and all units have been sold.

Center Point This is the KB Home project on the former Gallatin Medical site. The project includes construction of 117 new 3-story townhomes on the site, that range in size from 2,176 to 2,717 sq.ft. in area, and include attached two-car garages. As of June 2018, KB had sold 100 of the 117 units. Eighty (80) units have been built and the remaining 37 are under construction. Anticipated Completion Date: Winter 2018

Six-Unit Apartment Project (8117 Second St) Six apartments on a vacant lot. The apartments are approximately 3,000 sq. ft. (for building and garage) and are three stories tall. Building permits have been issued and construction is on-going. Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2018

ECONOMIC VIBRANCY City Council Priorities ;; Imperial Highway Economic Development Plan ;; Targeted Economic Development Strategy and Updates

;; Biomedical Zone Study Implementation ;; Downtown Business District ;; Pursue establishment of specialty restaurants 76

New Housing Units Constructed

393

Commercial Permits Issued

1,825

Residential Permits Issued

2,218

Building Permits Issued

194

Planning Applications

22

Rehabilitation Grants Awarded

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Developments on the Horizon Multiple commercial developments coming soon to include: • • • • • • • •

Marriot Springfield Suites Hotel Starbucks on Paramount and Florence Industrial building on Woodruff Restaurant at the southeast corner of Second St, and Downey Ave La Barca Restaurant Kirkland’s Furniture Burlington at the Promenade Hospital tower and parking structure at Kaiser Permanente

EFFICIENCY & ADAPTABILITY ACCELA Upgrades

Tesla Charging Stations

ACCELA Solutions, a civic platform automating and streamlining civic process, Upgrades will enhance our customer’s experience with the City.

Customers will be able to submit new permit applications online, which will include online submittal for plan checks.

Currently, the inspection request line is restricted to building inspections only. With this expansion, customers will also be able to request inspections for permits issued by the Public Works and Fire Departments. To further increase efficiency, inspectors will have mobile devices to allow them to immediately update inspection records, assist customers with rescheduling inspections, and have access to complete project data while in the field.

In an effort to expand Tesla’s super charger station network, Tesla super charger stations were installed at Lakewood Blvd./Gallatin Rd. and are currently being installed at Stonewood Mall, in an effort to expand Tesla’s charging station network.

Downey Technology and Innovation The Downey Technology and Innovation Team developed a publicly available Geographic Information System (GIS), expansion of ACCELA online capabilities, and increased accessibility to Public Works documents, Moreover, an automated fuel dispensing system has been implemented. These innovative efforts have resulted in real cost savings in additional to a reallocation of staff time.

Groundwater Well Rehabilitation Well rehabilitation projects were performed at Well Nos. 8, 11, 17, 18, and 29 as part of the City’s annual Groundwater Well Rehabilitation Program. These wells were targeted due to their significant decrease in specific capacities and overall drop in energy efficiencies. The purpose of the rehabilitation projects were to increase the wells’ specific capacities and energy savings while restoring lost well capacities. The wells were rehabilitated with various redevelopment methods, including: well jetting, airlifting and swabbing, and redevelopment by pumping and surging. Upon completion of these projects, well specific capacities increased by as much as 60% in some wells with overall energy efficiencies increasing by as much as 23%.

Paramedic Engines The City rolled out its paramedic engine service, which ensures faster deployment of advanced life support services and efficient medical transport.

This is a substantial improvement to a service in which literally every second counts.

10 11 Advanced Water Meters As part of the City’s Advanced Water Meters Replacement Program, 900 new remote read or smart water meters in hard-to-access backyard areas in the City have been installed. The scope of work included installation of “smart” water meters, related equipment, antenna, data collector, and associated software.

The “smart” water meters will allow City staff to read water meters remotely and collect and transmit real-time water usage data from all “smart” water meters in the City, thereby improving meter reading accuracy, productivity and efficiencies.

With the completion of this project, approximately 3,200 of the City’s 23,500 water meters have been converted and the system will allow for easy expansion as additional meters are converted over the next few years. Total project cost was approximately $448,000 with $163,000 of the funding coming from US Bureau of Reclamation and Proposition 84 grants.

Blandwood Road and True Avenue Sewer Lift Station Project

2,591

IT Help Requests

11,468

Inspections Completed

80,581

Counter Visits

20

Employee Training Sessions Offered

This project redesigned and replaced two outdated sewer lift stations with one technologically advanced lift station, thereby increasing maintenance and operational efficiencies and lowering energy and operating costs to the City. In addition, this project installed a new gravity sewer main, laterals, force main, overflow structure, and emergency bypass piping that enhanced overall capacity and system redundancy minimizing the potential for sewer overflows during power outages. Finally, the new sewer lift station is equipped with two new high-capacity and efficiency pumps and a SCADA monitoring system that will provide a higher level of service and reliability for residents and businesses.

Total project cost was approximately $1.9 million with funding coming from the Sewer Fund.

EFFICIENCY & ADAPTABILITY City Council Priorities ;; Implement Innovation & Technology Team Projects

;; ACCELA upgrades ;; Acquire Human Resources Information System (HRIS) including electronic timekeeping

;; Replace aging public safety communications infrastructure

;; Launch CENIC network for library and virtual libraries

;; Improve energy efficiency and reduce City infrastrastructure energy consumption

;; Systematic city-wide records management procedures

;; Evaluate Smart911 service ;; Improve Fire EMS service delivery ;; Complete Gateway Cities Regional Comparative Analysis Project

12 13 Traffic Signal Upgrades at Various Locations In an effort to enhance traffic movement and safety, this project upgraded traffic signal equipment and operations at nine locations in the City, namely: Florence Avenue at Old River School Road, Bellflower Boulevard at Foster Road, Woodruff Avenue at Foster Road, Firestone Boulevard at Woodruff Avenue, Lakewood Boulevard at Florence Avenue, Imperial Highway at Downey Avenue and Paramount Boulevard at 3rd, 5th & 7th Streets. The upgrades included traffic signal phasing modifications; replacement of traffic signal poles, mast arms, vehicle and pedestrian indications, pedestrian push buttons, conduits, pull boxes, wiring, controllers, and emergency vehicle pre-emption devices; safety lighting conversions to LED luminaries; installation of video camera detection systems; installation of new battery back-up systems, reconstruction of ADA-compliant curb ramps, signing and striping.

Total project cost was approximately $2.3 million with funding coming from a federal Highway Safety Improvement Program grant, Gas Tax, Measure R funds and the City of Bellflower for its share of project costs.

Human Resources Information System (HRIS) New software solution manages all essential personnel processes, streamlining employee budgeting, recruitment and development providing a more efficient management of employee’s employment with the City: • Increases technological efficiencies and data tracking • Integrates Human Resources function to existing payroll platform • Compatible with NeoGov Onboarding system to streamline new employees’ document processing • Allows for separation of duties for Human Resources and Payroll for audit compliance • Maintains position history, salary history and other relevant information without overwriting data • Allows for documentation of licenses, certifications, and City property issued to employee

QUALITY OF LIFE

Apollo and Furman Park Trails

Active Shooter Training

Pathway lights were installed along the walking trails at Furman and Apollo Parks. They were dedicated by the City Council on April 25, 2018. The light fixtures were repurposed from those removed from Lakewood Blvd and installed with new LED bulbs. Funding for the trail project came from the Fourth Supervisorial District, LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn’s office.

As part of an on-going effort to enhance public safety, the Downey Police and Fire Departments collaborated in a series of “active shooter” training that culminated in a hands-on drill at Downey High School. Three training sessions were conducted to cross train police and fire staff on current best practices to handle “active shooter” incidents.

The Drill highlighted the success of the training, with approximately 25 staff from each department demonstrating their capability to respond to dynamic situations. To simulate realism, over 50 volunteers from Downey and neighboring jurisdictions’ Police Explorers Program, Downey’s Community Emergency Response Team, and Downey Fire’s Auxiliary served as actors.

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City joins Taking Back Our Community Coalition

10,861

Fire/ EMS Emergency Responses

A coalition of California cities, called Taking Back Our Community, was formed to identify solutions to some of the unintended consequences of AB 109 (realignment) and Props 47 and 57, which amended sentencing laws. This coalition was formed to:

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Fire/ EMS Incident Response Time (Minutes)

Fire Prevention Inspections Conducted

4

CERT Training Classes Offered

25

Homeless families and individuals assisted with access housing

16

Owner-Occupied Homes Rehabilitated

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Raise public awareness of why crime is increasing Provide a consistent message regarding the facts and impacts of AB 109 and Props 47 and 57 Advocate for state legislative changes to improve law enforcement’s ability to respond to crime

The Taking Back our Community Coalition is a positive step to mitigate the rising public safety concerns related to changes to California’s criminal justice system.

Downey Library Expands Access of WiFi Expanding access to the internet and technology, the Downey Library now offers free, unlimited wireless internet (WiFi) at its main building and at “virtual libraries” in the Civic Center, Barbara J. Riley Community and Senior Center, McCaughan Gym, Apollo Park and Discovery Sports Complex. The library has also implemented an automated checkout option for patrons and Virtual Reality hardware, software, and programming opportunities.

City-wide Volunteer Program A city-wide volunteer program has been implemented with an overwhelming response by the community. The Volunteer Program will address and identify needs of the community, build collaborations between City and community groups, promote volunteerism in Downey and help out neighbors in need. Several meetings have taken place to create an “inventory” of possible collaborations for volunteer projects throughout the City.

QUALITY OF LIFE City Council Priorities ;; Develop Homeless Plan ;; Hire more police officers ;; Rancho South Campus negotiations and governance

;; Implement Police Civilian Volunteer Program

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Traffic Citations

9,658

Reported Crimes & Incidents

3,892 Arrests

8

Sobriety Checkpoints Conducted

52

Neighborhood Watch Meetings Facilitated

Development of Coyote Management Plan Due to a recent increase in the amount of coyote encounters in the City, a plan was developed to manage the increased coyote activity in various neighborhoods of Downey. Guidelines and a comprehensive management plan to deal with the problem were adopted by the City Council.

Additionally, City representatives started a dialogue with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to ask for their assistance with a public information campaign and development of a Coyote Management Plan.

NEIGHBORHOOD & INFRASTRUCT Bellflower Boulevard at Imperial Highway Intersection Improvements This intersection widening project constructed double left-turn lanes in the northbound and southbound directions and dedicated right-turn lanes in the eastbound, southbound and northbound directions. These improvements were aimed at increasing vehicular capacity; and reducing traffic congestion, fuel consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, this project reconstructed the curb returns at all four corners to facilitate truck movements at the intersection and constructed a raised concrete median island along Bellflower Boulevard that included drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation system in order to enhance traffic movement and safety. The project also involved the rehabilitation of the existing pavement and street lighting upgrades with LED lighting along Bellflower Blvd. between Dalen St. and immediately north of Imperial Hwy. Total project cost was approximately $5 million with funding coming from Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Agency grants and development fees.

Brookshire Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project This project rehabilitated Brookshire Avenue between Gardendale Street and Imperial Highway and between Firestone Boulevard and Florence Avenue. In line with recommendations from the Bicycle Master Plan, the project also installed Class 2 striped bike lanes on Brookshire Avenue from Gardendale Street to Imperial Highway and a Class 3 bike route from Imperial Highway to Florence Avenue. Finally, the project reconstructed curbs, gutters, crossgutters, spandrels, alley approaches, curb access ramps and sidewalks; adjusted manholes, water valves and survey monuments to grade; installed traffic signing, striping, pavement markings and traffic control.

Total project cost was approximately $1.6 million, with funding coming from Measure M, Measure R, Proposition C and Water funds.

Rio Hondo Event Center Upgrades The Rio Hondo Golf Club was renovated in August to replace flooring in Hackers restaurant, the Executive room, and downstairs hallway and pro shop. In January new flooring was installed in the lobby and banquet rooms and the interior of the building received a new paint job.

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18 19 Firestone Bridge over San Gabriel River Completion In late 2010, Los Angeles County bridge engineers performing routine maintenance found that additional repairs were needed on the heavily-travelled Firestone Boulevard bridge over the San Gabriel River. A 20-ton maximum load limit was placed on traffic crossing the bridge until repairs could be performed.

Tens of thousands of cargo trucks and heavy vehicles needing to cross the San Gabriel River or access the I-605 Freeway from the City of Downey were re-routed to Florence Avenue or Imperial Highway for nearly 6 years, until the County provided funds to complete the repair project. Through a partnership with the City of Norwalk, which shares the bridge, the repairs were completed and additional amenities installed – including decorative faux brickwork, ornamental bridge towers, new lighting, and new City entry monument signs.

NEIGHBORHOOD & INFRASTRUCT City Council Priorities ;; Continue improvement of City infrastructure ;; Continue improvement of residential streets ;; Implement a Park Master Plan ;; Fire Station Master Planning Process

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Sq.Ft. Graffiti Removed

129

City Trees Planted

41,002

Ft. Streets Striped

3,506

Potholes Filled

81,000

Sq.Ft. Streets & Alleyways repaired

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT Adoption of Homeless Action Plan City staff worked closely with representatives from People Assisting the Homeless (PATH) to create a plan that addresses the needs of people experiencing homelessness in the community, and the barriers that make it difficult for people to exit homelessness.

the state of homelessness in the City.

Each stakeholder meeting and expert interview was formatted to first discuss the challenges that exist in addressing homelessness in the City, followed by a conversation about the possible solutions to each identified challenge.

Rounds of Golf

68

Community Events

73,559

Space Center Guest Engagements

The goals of the City of Downey Homeless Action Plan are: • Development of an inventory of existing governmental and nongovernmental services • Identify service gaps and develop a plan to address these gaps • Enhance the efficacy of existing services • Educate staff and community members on the resources available • Create a framework for any future policy implementation

The City of Downey, in partnership with PATH, developed this collaborative plan through input from elected City officials, City staff, faith communities in the City, and local homeless service providers. Three stakeholder meetings were convened and expert interviews were conducted with a number of organizations, City departments, and individuals that had unique insight into

63,574

42,584

Library Computer Lab Sessions

Cultural and educational opportunities The City has expanded public engagement opportunities in our community, including the expansion of the 4th Annual City of STEM festival, with partner events and festivals throughout the County of Los Angeles; the ongoing growth of the annual Dia de los Muertos festival at our Civic Theatre; and the official opening of the new Arts and Enrichment Center at Apollo Park in partnership with the Downey Family YMCA.

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PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT City Council Priorities ;; Social Media Channel Implementation ;; High Customer Service Ratings

17K

Social Media Followers

34K

Social Media Engagements

833

Senior Excursion Participants

1,433

ASPIRE Students

10,014

Class Participants

977

Swim Program Participants

26,665

Library Reference Questions Answered

107,130

Theatre Patrons

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Measure S Helps Put 10 New Officers on Downey Streets As a result of funding from Measure S, the City has been able to hire a total of 22 new positions in the Police and Fire Departments to enhance public safety services. These positions include: 10 Police Officers 2 Parking Enforcement Officers 1 Safety Dispatcher 1 System Network Engineer 1 Fire Captain 1 Ambulance Operator Coordinator 6 Ambulance Operators The addition of these new positions will help ensure quick response times to Downey emergencies, as well as enhance police services to support crime and gang prevention programs.

Police Department Initiates Replacement of Antiquated Radio Equipment to Improve Communications Earlier this year, the Downey Police Department began the process of upgrading its radio communication equipment. Much of the City’s radio infrastructure was considered to be antiquated and produced a limited signal, especially when public safety personnel were outside of the City boundaries.

With the increased need for interoperability with other cities and jurisdictions, it was imperative that radio communications be improved.

So far, the City has purchased 160 new portable and 61 new mobile radio units to replace the existing obsolete units for the Police Department and Code Enforcement Division personnel. In addition, an upgraded software system for existing radios was purchased, as well as 11 additional M5 Coban video mobile data computers. The City has also now authorized the purchase of dispatch radio consoles. This new, updated equipment will provide the Police Department with the best possible radio communications available. Total cost for radio equipment is $1,850,000. The City will also be purchasing 7 new patrol vehicles for $514,500.

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$26 Million

Park Improvements

$23.5 Million Facility Improvements City has kicked-off the Measure S Capital Improvement Program Over the course of the last three months, the City Council has awarded a number of contracts to specialized consultants to design and manage the Facilities and Park Improvement Projects. Design work to modernize and expand the City’s Fire Stations, modernize the City Library and Civic Theatre has begun.

Additionally, design work for park improvements at Apollo, Dennis the Menace, Discovery Sports Complex, Furman, Golden, Independence, Rio San Gabriel, Wilderness and Treasure Island parks is currently under way. It is anticipated that the design phase of these projects will take between six to eight months to complete. By April of 2019 , the residents of Downey will witness one of the most robust and exciting construction programs in the City’s history.

Integrity v Commitment v Respect v Teamw

10,862

Dial A Ride Trips

73,559

Columbia Memorial Space Center Guest Engagements

168,119

Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior Center Attendance

1,954,297 Park Visits

320,311

Library Patron Visits

Proudly committed to continuously improving by providing excellent service in a prof

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$113,452,021 Building Permits Value

$15,418,280

Capital Improvement Projects Completed

10

Healthy Downey Events

2,108

Public Works Service Requests

22,270

Dogs & Humans Played at Rio San Gabriel Dog Park

g the quality of life for the Downey community fessional, ethical & responsible manner

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