SOME OF THE ITEMS TO HIGHLIGHT WITHIN THIS
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resulting in a savings of over $2 million of expenses. Many projects were delayed due to the uncertainty attributed to the pandemic and economic downturn. •
Cost recovery expectations were established for the Quality of Life services such as the Spring River Zoo, Nancy Lopez Golf Course and Roswell Museum and Art Center. While this was done to help reduce expenses due to the downturn, it will have a lasting impact on providing intended road funding as revenue begins to strengthen in the future.
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The stakes are high, as census counts are used to allocate federal funding and determine the number of Congressional representatives for our state. The City partnered with the Hispano Chamber and other organizations to increase the effectiveness of collecting the data needed for the Federal Census 2020. Our goal of reaching 50,000 will be known by mid-2021.
As Roswell’s City Manager and a member of the City staff, I can assure that everyone is working to support and implement the City Council’s goals and priorities. We oversee the delivery of a broad range of services to the community, strategically and prudently manage a of day-to-day tasks, we continually focus on long-term
Implemented a more robust communication outreach
Citizens were allowed to participate virtually in
strategies to ensure quality of life in Roswell for years to come. No one person does this work. We do it as a team. Our
city business via GoToMeeting
City Council leads through policy, shaping a vision for
We Believe Studios was initiated to bring more
thoughtfully, compassionately and efficiently delivering
contact and outreach from the City Council and
services and capital projects. Community members pour
Staff to the public.
in time, serving on commissions, staying engaged on
Initiated the Great Blocks program in partnership with New Mexico and Roswell Main Street.
our government. Staff develops those decisions by
a range of issues and investing in Roswell, literally and through their passion.
K-9 program was implemented to help turn the tide
I want to thank the Mayor and City Council, the Roswell
on the negative impacts that drugs are having in our
community, and City staff for their resilience and
community.
commitment to keeping Roswell strong. This year has
Recycling efforts are being rebuilt through partnerships with private business.
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significant fiscal portfolio. Throughout the completion
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further adjustments need to be made.
regulations from the state and federal level.
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forecasting has been incorrect in estimating and
Our COVID response was tempered by ever-changing
program including virtual outreach.
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to 3/12. The reserves are there if any of the future
100 positions were reduced, 46 employees voluntarily resigned or retired from the City
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General Fund reserves were increased from 1/12
Annual FY 2020 Budget reduction of $31 million •
Along with the extraordinary reduction in expenses,
Early into the pandemic, the City initiated a postponement for utility shutoffs and penalties in an effort to assist our residents and small business
proven that no matter what challenges we face, the Roswell community is ready to respond and will take care of each other. Thank you for the opportunity to serve as Roswell’s City Manager! In community spirit,
managing through the state restrictions on gathering and operating.
J O S E P H W. N E E B Roswell City Manager We Believe!
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