State of the City
Content
State of the City
Mayor Tom Reid
February 18, 2010
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State of the City
Introducing Pearland
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Pearland Is . . .
• In Brazoria, Fort Bend & Harris counties
• Nation‟s 34th fastest growing city & 9th fastest growing city in Texas (Forbes Magazine 2007)
• A city of 47 square miles located within our 75 square mile boundary • Home to a diverse population with 62 different languages spoken in our schools
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Our City Council
Mayor Pro-Tem Felicia Kyle, Woody Owens, Kevin Cole, Mayor Tom Reid, Scott Sherman & Steve Saboe
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City Council Employees
Bill Eisen City Manager
Darrin Coker City Attorney
Letitia Farney Municipal Judge
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Assistant City Managers
Mike Hodge
Jon Branson
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Our Population Growth
225,000
Within City Limits: 95,000
37,600 18,700
1990
2000
Including Total Boundary: ~126,000
2009 2025
Within Our 75 Sq. Mile Boundary
Do You Know How Many?…
• • • • • • • County Commissioners? 5 County Judges? 3 State Representatives? 4 School Districts? 6 PPD Sworn Licensed Officers? 127 Paid & volunteer Fire staff? 73 Paid & volunteer EMS staff? 54
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State of the City
Pearland’s Financial Status
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Balancing Budget Needs with Income
• Council goals provided direction to the City Manager in preparation of the 2010 Budget • The national economy impacted the 2010 Budget, affecting departmental operations • The City Manager and staff did a fiscal balancing act by reducing funding in many areas while maintaining essential services • Some capital projects financed from the operating budget have been rescheduled
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Assessed Valuation
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Matching up with Brazoria County
Pearland $5.8B Brazoria County $20.2B
Pearland is 29% of Brazoria County‟s total valuation
(Does not include Harris or Ft. Bend counties)
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Property Tax Rate History
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2010 Tax Rate Comparison
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Total Sales Tax Revenue
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Financial Awards
Excellence in Financial Reporting 32 consecutive years
Distinguished Budget Presentation 22 consecutive years
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City Bond Ratings
General Obligation Bonds:
Standard & Poor‟s: AAFitch: AA-
Water/Sewer Revenue Bonds:
Standard & Poor‟s: AAFitch: A+
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State of the City
288 Corridor Quick Look
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Pearland Signature Entrance
• SH 288 Corridor is experiencing the type of growth expected of a destination city • TxDOT is upgrading SH 288/BW 8 interchange to alleviate congestion & adding access roads from Shadow Creek Pkwy to FM 518 • New frontage roads with opt-in access will stimulate new development along SH 288 Corridor • SH 288 is being considered for managed & express lanes and a Park & Ride facility
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Pearland Signature Entrance
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
• Providing a museum-quality retail environment since 2007
• Offers first visual impression of Pearland as a destination city • Functions as eastern anchor for The Spectrum development
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Pearland Signature Entrance
Proposed Water Lights District & Presidential Park
• Economic downturn has
impacted project
• Phase I of the harbor and
channel completed
• Park still in planning stage • 6 of 44 statues already in place • Obama statue completed and
presented to national media in Pearland
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• Upscale restaurants & shops
still in planning stage
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
Shadow Creek Market Place
• Located at SH 288 &
Shadow Creek Parkway
• New businesses
added:
– Palais Royal – Cracker Barrel – Bank of America • Luby‟s obtained a
building permit but has not yet moved forward
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
• TxDOT planning a 4-lane concrete upgrade with raised median from SH 288 to SH 521 • Future corridor will connect eastward to Pearland Pkwy and westward into Ft. Bend County • Extensive development taking place along the corridor • Corridor will provide a major intersection for proposed light rail along Kirby from the Texas Medical Center
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
ZT Group Business Center One
• Pearland‟s first „Class A‟ multi-story office building just completed • First tenant has just moved in
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
Hilton Garden Inn
• Pearland‟s latest upscale hotel, complete with convention/meeting room facilities
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
St. Luke’s
• First St. Luke‟s Hospital initiative in Pearland • One of three St. Luke‟s Houston area Community Emergency Centers: – Shadow Creek Pkwy @ Kirby Blvd in Pearland – Holcombe Blvd in Houston – San Felipe in Houston
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Pearland Signature Entrance
Hospital Corporation of America
• Professional Building located at SH 288 & Shadow Creek Parkway • Hospital facility in planning stage • Kelsey Seybold acquired medical space as a major tenant
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Pearland Signature Entrance
Memorial Hermann
• Professional building located at SH 288 & FM 518
• Additional services in planning stage
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Shadow Creek Ranch Town Center
• Major shopping center anchored by Academy, Ashley Furniture & Hobby Lobby
• HEB Plus located at FM 518 @ SH 288 • Largest HEB within 100 miles of Pearland
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Pearland Town Center
• Upscale lifestyle center located at Broadway west of SH 288 • Opened July 2008
• Town Center partners with Parks & Recreation and other organizations to host community events
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West Broadway Corridor
• West Broadway completed from SH 288 to SH 521
• Traffic light installed at SH 521 intersection for improved traffic flow • West Broadway opened up for extensive development
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West Broadway Corridor
Kirby Drive Water Plant
• Pearland‟s first pedestal style tank came online with 1 million gallon capacity • Located on Kirby Drive across from Pearland Town Center www.cityofpearland.org
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West Broadway Corridor
New Alvin ISD High School
• First Alvin ISD high school campus to be built in Pearland • Land acquisition approved in 2009 AISD bond election • Located across from Dillard‟s next to Kirby Drive Water Plant
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State of the City
Building for the Future
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Building for the Future
Pearland is growing so rapidly that it is important that we plan our development with care. We must realize that the plans & development that we put in place today will have a major impact on the kind of city that we will have in the future. The City Council, City staff, Planning & Zoning Commission, and PEDC are working with care to provide a quality framework for the future development of the city.
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Building for the Future
Public Safety Building
• Police and Municipal Court - Shared facility with Utility Billing, Emergency Operations Center & Brazoria County Tax Office • Located on Cullen Blvd. @ FM 518 • Scheduled move-in date is March 2010
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Building for the Future
Recreation Center & Natatorium
• Located at Bailey Rd. & Veterans Dr. • Multi-use facility with indoor pools, gym, weight/cardio rooms, & elevated jogging trail • Partnership with the City, PISD & PEDC • Scheduled completion Summer 2010
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Building for the Future
UH-Clear Lake Pearland Campus
• Classrooms, faculty offices, library & a student lounge in a state-of-the-art facility • PEDC & University will share office space and a modern conference area
• Classes begin Fall 2010
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Building for the Future
UH-Clear Lake Pearland Campus
Photo courtesy of University of Houston-Clear Lake. Copyright Beryl Striewski Photography.
Final Campus Plan Approval
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Building for the Future
Old Town Site
• Rezoned to promote & preserve city‟s historical heritage, bounded by Orange, Walnut, Austin & Galveston Streets • Gateway monument construction begins in Spring 2010 • Partnerships include PEDC, Old Town Site Business Coalition, Keep Pearland Beautiful & Waste Management
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Building for the Future
Water for the Future
• Cities lacking a locked-in water supply will face difficulty in developing for the future • Pearland has abundant capacity to meet future needs:
- 20 MGD surface water from the Gulf Coast Water Authority (GCWA) - 10 MGD from the Houston Southeast Water Plant with pipeline & ground storage work in process - 6 MGD Houston surface water for development west of SH 288 - 19 MGD ground water from City wells
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Building for the Future
Commute Solutions
• Pearland is working with regional partners to provide multimodal transportation options
• 41 van pools provide service for 7200+ Pearland citizens who work at the Texas Medical Center area • Metro, Houston-Galveston Area Council, Connect Transit & Brazoria County are in partnership with the City for a SH 288 Park & Ride facility scheduled for 2010 • Pearland is working with Metro, Harris County & City of Houston to develop light rail along Kirby Drive from the Medical Center to the Pearland Spectrum area
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Pick Your Ride
Park & Ride
Kirby Light Rail
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Building for the Future
Major City Roadways
• Project Management team oversees roadway construction: –Magnolia St. –Cullen Pkwy. –McHard Rd. Pearland Pkwy to Veterans July 2010 FM 518 to McHard Rd Cullen to Country Place November 2010 November 2010 February 2011
–Dixie Farm Rd. FM 518 to SH 35
–Magnolia St.
–Walnut St. –Orange St.
Harkey to Morgan Rd
SH 35 to Veterans Dr SH 35 to Hatfield St
March 2011
June 2011 July 2011
–Bailey Rd.
Veterans Dr to FM 1128
December 2012
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Building for the Future
TxDOT Partnerships
• TxDOT partnerships improve traffic mobility & provide interconnectivity. TxDOT is to be commended.
• SH 35 (Main Street)
• Dixie Farm Road • Cullen Pkwy • SH 288 Frontage Roads • Shadow Creek Pkwy
BW 8 to FM 518
FM 518 to SH 35 FM 518 to McHard Road McHard to FM 518 SH 288 to SH 521 (awaiting funding)
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Building for the Future
Future Land Use Plan
• A significant population increase in Texas and the Houston area is projected over the next few years
• Pearland is addressing growth with the Future Land Use Plan which guides City staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission for future development • The Plan will preserve existing neighborhoods while determining the best use of remaining land and enhancing long term economic development
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State of the City
Quality of Life
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Quality of Life
We have a choice of where we live and over 126,000 fellow citizens have chosen the Pearland area.
Citizens tell me they chose Pearland because it‟s a great place to live and work.
Let‟s check out some of the things that contribute to Pearland‟s quality of life.
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Quality of Life
Pearland Police Department
• Command Staff (at right) leads a well organized and effective department • Agreement signed with HPD to access and share online crime information records • Detective division maintains a 57% clearance rate, considered high compared to other agencies across the state
• Preeminent and recognized training provider for motorcycle officers across the region
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Quality of Life
Pearland Police Department
• Made 11 arrests as a member of the Houston Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
• Only agency in Brazoria County with proper software and training to actively pursue crimes against children
• Narcotics Unit made 137 arrests in 2009 with one executed warrant resulting in seizure of cocaine, cash and jewelry worth $400,000 • Law Enforcement Explorer Scout membership doubled through officer support of revamped program
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Quality of Life
Fire Services
• Additional fire stations planned to reduce response times • Station #5 on Kirby Dr. & W. Broadway scheduled for completion March 2011 • Station #6 in planning stages for Lakes of Savannah on SH 6 • 73 paid and volunteer personnel responded to 2,432 calls in 2009 with an average response time of just over 7 minutes
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Quality of Life
Pearland EMS
• Regionally recognized emergency medical service with a professional staff of 20 Paramedics and 16 EMTs
• Operates 4 fully-equipped ambulances 24/7 covering the entire Pearland area
• New computer-aided dispatch system improves response times • Developed new protocol (in partnership with Memorial Hermann Southeast) to start immediate treatment of heart attack victims prior to arrival at ER
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Quality of Life
One In A Million (Plus)
• Jeff Sundseth is one of only 50 individuals world-wide who has been certified as a Chief Medical Officer by the Commission on Professional Certification from the Center for Public Safety Excellence • This designation is based on Jeff‟s achievements in education, leadership and management skills
Jeff Sundseth EMS Director
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Quality of Life
New Employees in Key Positions
Bonita Hall HR Director & Safety Manager
David Whittaker Director of Inspection Services & Chief Building Officer
Matt Buchanan Executive Director of PEDC
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Quality of Life
Green-Friendly City Facilities
Future City facilities will conform to green standards to become a more sustainable community.
Ed Grossenheider Parks & Building Maintenance Superintendent
Lata Krishnarao & Ed Grossenheider have completed the LEED Green Associate Certification for knowledge of green design, construction & operation.
Lata Krishnarao Planning Director
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Quality of Life
Knapp Senior Center
• Activity attendance grew by 5,800 in 2009
• ActionS of Brazoria County utilizes Knapp Center to provide 100+ meals to homebound seniors • Regular entertainment provided by Houston Symphony, Houston Grand Opera, Harbor Lights Choir, and other local organizations
• UHCL-Pearland partners with the Center to conduct monthly adult education classes and lectures
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Quality of Life
Leisure Activities
• Parks & Recreation held 25 separate days of special events attended by over 68,000 residents, including over 8,200 participants from outside the City • Major events include Winterfest, Summer Concerts, July 4th Celebration, and Hometown Christmas Festival
• The Natatorium & Rec Center, the planned Max Road & Shadow Creek Ranch sports complexes, and improved trails & parks will help to make Pearland a unique place to „Learn, Play and Grow!‟
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Quality of Life
Quality School Districts
• The City and Pearland ISD share facilities and activities that make the best use of the community‟s tax dollars • Pearland ISD opened its second high school, Dawson, on Cullen Pkwy to support the growing district
• Alvin ISD‟s planned high school will support their elementary and junior high facilities on the west side
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State of the City
Closing Comments
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Closing Comments
Pearland was founded in 1894, only 58 years after Texas‟ independence and 49 years after becoming the 28th state of the Union. We are now 10 years into the 21st century and face many different challenges and opportunities than the founders of Pearland.
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Closing Comments
Challenges
• Pearland did not start as a planned community, but we must continue to adapt to the master planned community concept.
• Multimodal transportation opportunities must be provided for people to commute in and out of Pearland.
• Maintaining fiscal stability during this economic downturn requires careful financial planning and a measured pace for capital improvements. • Maintaining our quality of life and small town atmosphere will be important as we continue to be one of the fastest growing cities in the Gulf Coast Area.
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Closing Comments
Pearland Economic Development Corp. The Spectrum
• Premier location for Biomedical & Nanotech R & D with direct access to BW 8 and SH 288 • Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. is the first biomedical research and manufacturing company located in The Spectrum
• Represents the efforts of the Pearland Economic Development Corp.‟s to bring quality development, and promote Pearland across the nation and the world
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Closing Comments
Partnerships
Pearland has developed strong partnerships with many community organizations, including: • Pearland Chamber - represents city business, joint City/Chamber events, new commerce center • Pearland School District - Rec Center/Natatorium, youth and City events (ongoing discussions with Alvin ISD) • Brazoria Drainage District #4 - Drainage and joint construction projects with City • State, county and local officials - strong working relationships for local initiatives and representation
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Closing Comments
Cultural Opportunities
Pearland is an ideal location for cultural arts and entertainment. We are fortunate to have 3 non-profit organizations contributing to our cultural needs:
• Pearland Historical Society - records and shares Pearland History (future museum planned)
• Pearland Arts League - encourages and supports the fine arts in all forms • Pearland Community Orchestra - concert orchestra, community band and dance combo
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Closing Comments
Historical District
Pearland is part of the San Jacinto Texas Historic District which establishes the historical surrounding area and battleground of the Battle of San Jacinto. The District was established by the State to commemorate this historic battle that established Texas as a nation and changed the course of events in America.
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Closing Comments
2010 Census
• Provides data for decisions on education, social services, transportation, economic development and many other areas - all important to Pearland • Determines number of congressional and state legislative districts and how they are drawn
• Utilized to allocate more than $400 billion federal funds among state and local governments
• It is the law, privacy is guaranteed, and each form is worth about $1800 per year to your community - if you fill out the form
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Closing Comments
City’s ‘To Do’ List
• Continue working at regional, state, and national levels to obtain funding for infrastructure and services
• Continue promoting Pearland as a city of the future for economic development and for the place to live and work
• Continue planning for the next level of community projects such as arts, entertainment, and other facilities expected of a destination city • Continue developing Pearland as a community with emphasis on quality development, quality service, and quality of life
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My Job as Mayor
My goals remain unchanged:
• Keep the needs of our citizens up front as we plan & develop our city
• Continue our vision of Pearland as a quality & attractive city by doing things today that will prepare us for tomorrow
• Continue quality City services & maintain our small town atmosphere • Be proactive in overseeing growth & planning issues with a focus on quality of life • Make sure that we are proud to say, “I live in Pearland”
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Special thanks for assistance in putting together this presentation...
Mattie Culver
Debbie Schielke
Jon Branson
And Numerous Other City Employees
Thank you for your attendance today!
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Mayor Tom Reid
February 18, 2010
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State of the City
Introducing Pearland
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Pearland Is . . .
• In Brazoria, Fort Bend & Harris counties
• Nation‟s 34th fastest growing city & 9th fastest growing city in Texas (Forbes Magazine 2007)
• A city of 47 square miles located within our 75 square mile boundary • Home to a diverse population with 62 different languages spoken in our schools
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Our City Council
Mayor Pro-Tem Felicia Kyle, Woody Owens, Kevin Cole, Mayor Tom Reid, Scott Sherman & Steve Saboe
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City Council Employees
Bill Eisen City Manager
Darrin Coker City Attorney
Letitia Farney Municipal Judge
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Assistant City Managers
Mike Hodge
Jon Branson
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Our Population Growth
225,000
Within City Limits: 95,000
37,600 18,700
1990
2000
Including Total Boundary: ~126,000
2009 2025
Within Our 75 Sq. Mile Boundary
Do You Know How Many?…
• • • • • • • County Commissioners? 5 County Judges? 3 State Representatives? 4 School Districts? 6 PPD Sworn Licensed Officers? 127 Paid & volunteer Fire staff? 73 Paid & volunteer EMS staff? 54
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State of the City
Pearland’s Financial Status
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Balancing Budget Needs with Income
• Council goals provided direction to the City Manager in preparation of the 2010 Budget • The national economy impacted the 2010 Budget, affecting departmental operations • The City Manager and staff did a fiscal balancing act by reducing funding in many areas while maintaining essential services • Some capital projects financed from the operating budget have been rescheduled
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Assessed Valuation
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Matching up with Brazoria County
Pearland $5.8B Brazoria County $20.2B
Pearland is 29% of Brazoria County‟s total valuation
(Does not include Harris or Ft. Bend counties)
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Property Tax Rate History
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2010 Tax Rate Comparison
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Total Sales Tax Revenue
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Financial Awards
Excellence in Financial Reporting 32 consecutive years
Distinguished Budget Presentation 22 consecutive years
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City Bond Ratings
General Obligation Bonds:
Standard & Poor‟s: AAFitch: AA-
Water/Sewer Revenue Bonds:
Standard & Poor‟s: AAFitch: A+
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State of the City
288 Corridor Quick Look
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Pearland Signature Entrance
• SH 288 Corridor is experiencing the type of growth expected of a destination city • TxDOT is upgrading SH 288/BW 8 interchange to alleviate congestion & adding access roads from Shadow Creek Pkwy to FM 518 • New frontage roads with opt-in access will stimulate new development along SH 288 Corridor • SH 288 is being considered for managed & express lanes and a Park & Ride facility
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Pearland Signature Entrance
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
• Providing a museum-quality retail environment since 2007
• Offers first visual impression of Pearland as a destination city • Functions as eastern anchor for The Spectrum development
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Pearland Signature Entrance
Proposed Water Lights District & Presidential Park
• Economic downturn has
impacted project
• Phase I of the harbor and
channel completed
• Park still in planning stage • 6 of 44 statues already in place • Obama statue completed and
presented to national media in Pearland
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• Upscale restaurants & shops
still in planning stage
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
Shadow Creek Market Place
• Located at SH 288 &
Shadow Creek Parkway
• New businesses
added:
– Palais Royal – Cracker Barrel – Bank of America • Luby‟s obtained a
building permit but has not yet moved forward
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
• TxDOT planning a 4-lane concrete upgrade with raised median from SH 288 to SH 521 • Future corridor will connect eastward to Pearland Pkwy and westward into Ft. Bend County • Extensive development taking place along the corridor • Corridor will provide a major intersection for proposed light rail along Kirby from the Texas Medical Center
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
ZT Group Business Center One
• Pearland‟s first „Class A‟ multi-story office building just completed • First tenant has just moved in
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
Hilton Garden Inn
• Pearland‟s latest upscale hotel, complete with convention/meeting room facilities
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Shadow Creek Pkwy Corridor
St. Luke’s
• First St. Luke‟s Hospital initiative in Pearland • One of three St. Luke‟s Houston area Community Emergency Centers: – Shadow Creek Pkwy @ Kirby Blvd in Pearland – Holcombe Blvd in Houston – San Felipe in Houston
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Pearland Signature Entrance
Hospital Corporation of America
• Professional Building located at SH 288 & Shadow Creek Parkway • Hospital facility in planning stage • Kelsey Seybold acquired medical space as a major tenant
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Pearland Signature Entrance
Memorial Hermann
• Professional building located at SH 288 & FM 518
• Additional services in planning stage
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Shadow Creek Ranch Town Center
• Major shopping center anchored by Academy, Ashley Furniture & Hobby Lobby
• HEB Plus located at FM 518 @ SH 288 • Largest HEB within 100 miles of Pearland
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Pearland Town Center
• Upscale lifestyle center located at Broadway west of SH 288 • Opened July 2008
• Town Center partners with Parks & Recreation and other organizations to host community events
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West Broadway Corridor
• West Broadway completed from SH 288 to SH 521
• Traffic light installed at SH 521 intersection for improved traffic flow • West Broadway opened up for extensive development
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West Broadway Corridor
Kirby Drive Water Plant
• Pearland‟s first pedestal style tank came online with 1 million gallon capacity • Located on Kirby Drive across from Pearland Town Center www.cityofpearland.org
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West Broadway Corridor
New Alvin ISD High School
• First Alvin ISD high school campus to be built in Pearland • Land acquisition approved in 2009 AISD bond election • Located across from Dillard‟s next to Kirby Drive Water Plant
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State of the City
Building for the Future
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Building for the Future
Pearland is growing so rapidly that it is important that we plan our development with care. We must realize that the plans & development that we put in place today will have a major impact on the kind of city that we will have in the future. The City Council, City staff, Planning & Zoning Commission, and PEDC are working with care to provide a quality framework for the future development of the city.
www.cityofpearland.org
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Building for the Future
Public Safety Building
• Police and Municipal Court - Shared facility with Utility Billing, Emergency Operations Center & Brazoria County Tax Office • Located on Cullen Blvd. @ FM 518 • Scheduled move-in date is March 2010
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Building for the Future
Recreation Center & Natatorium
• Located at Bailey Rd. & Veterans Dr. • Multi-use facility with indoor pools, gym, weight/cardio rooms, & elevated jogging trail • Partnership with the City, PISD & PEDC • Scheduled completion Summer 2010
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Building for the Future
UH-Clear Lake Pearland Campus
• Classrooms, faculty offices, library & a student lounge in a state-of-the-art facility • PEDC & University will share office space and a modern conference area
• Classes begin Fall 2010
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Building for the Future
UH-Clear Lake Pearland Campus
Photo courtesy of University of Houston-Clear Lake. Copyright Beryl Striewski Photography.
Final Campus Plan Approval
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Building for the Future
Old Town Site
• Rezoned to promote & preserve city‟s historical heritage, bounded by Orange, Walnut, Austin & Galveston Streets • Gateway monument construction begins in Spring 2010 • Partnerships include PEDC, Old Town Site Business Coalition, Keep Pearland Beautiful & Waste Management
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Building for the Future
Water for the Future
• Cities lacking a locked-in water supply will face difficulty in developing for the future • Pearland has abundant capacity to meet future needs:
- 20 MGD surface water from the Gulf Coast Water Authority (GCWA) - 10 MGD from the Houston Southeast Water Plant with pipeline & ground storage work in process - 6 MGD Houston surface water for development west of SH 288 - 19 MGD ground water from City wells
www.cityofpearland.org
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Building for the Future
Commute Solutions
• Pearland is working with regional partners to provide multimodal transportation options
• 41 van pools provide service for 7200+ Pearland citizens who work at the Texas Medical Center area • Metro, Houston-Galveston Area Council, Connect Transit & Brazoria County are in partnership with the City for a SH 288 Park & Ride facility scheduled for 2010 • Pearland is working with Metro, Harris County & City of Houston to develop light rail along Kirby Drive from the Medical Center to the Pearland Spectrum area
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Pick Your Ride
Park & Ride
Kirby Light Rail
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Building for the Future
Major City Roadways
• Project Management team oversees roadway construction: –Magnolia St. –Cullen Pkwy. –McHard Rd. Pearland Pkwy to Veterans July 2010 FM 518 to McHard Rd Cullen to Country Place November 2010 November 2010 February 2011
–Dixie Farm Rd. FM 518 to SH 35
–Magnolia St.
–Walnut St. –Orange St.
Harkey to Morgan Rd
SH 35 to Veterans Dr SH 35 to Hatfield St
March 2011
June 2011 July 2011
–Bailey Rd.
Veterans Dr to FM 1128
December 2012
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Building for the Future
TxDOT Partnerships
• TxDOT partnerships improve traffic mobility & provide interconnectivity. TxDOT is to be commended.
• SH 35 (Main Street)
• Dixie Farm Road • Cullen Pkwy • SH 288 Frontage Roads • Shadow Creek Pkwy
BW 8 to FM 518
FM 518 to SH 35 FM 518 to McHard Road McHard to FM 518 SH 288 to SH 521 (awaiting funding)
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Building for the Future
Future Land Use Plan
• A significant population increase in Texas and the Houston area is projected over the next few years
• Pearland is addressing growth with the Future Land Use Plan which guides City staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission for future development • The Plan will preserve existing neighborhoods while determining the best use of remaining land and enhancing long term economic development
www.cityofpearland.org
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State of the City
Quality of Life
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Quality of Life
We have a choice of where we live and over 126,000 fellow citizens have chosen the Pearland area.
Citizens tell me they chose Pearland because it‟s a great place to live and work.
Let‟s check out some of the things that contribute to Pearland‟s quality of life.
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Quality of Life
Pearland Police Department
• Command Staff (at right) leads a well organized and effective department • Agreement signed with HPD to access and share online crime information records • Detective division maintains a 57% clearance rate, considered high compared to other agencies across the state
• Preeminent and recognized training provider for motorcycle officers across the region
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Quality of Life
Pearland Police Department
• Made 11 arrests as a member of the Houston Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
• Only agency in Brazoria County with proper software and training to actively pursue crimes against children
• Narcotics Unit made 137 arrests in 2009 with one executed warrant resulting in seizure of cocaine, cash and jewelry worth $400,000 • Law Enforcement Explorer Scout membership doubled through officer support of revamped program
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Quality of Life
Fire Services
• Additional fire stations planned to reduce response times • Station #5 on Kirby Dr. & W. Broadway scheduled for completion March 2011 • Station #6 in planning stages for Lakes of Savannah on SH 6 • 73 paid and volunteer personnel responded to 2,432 calls in 2009 with an average response time of just over 7 minutes
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Quality of Life
Pearland EMS
• Regionally recognized emergency medical service with a professional staff of 20 Paramedics and 16 EMTs
• Operates 4 fully-equipped ambulances 24/7 covering the entire Pearland area
• New computer-aided dispatch system improves response times • Developed new protocol (in partnership with Memorial Hermann Southeast) to start immediate treatment of heart attack victims prior to arrival at ER
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Quality of Life
One In A Million (Plus)
• Jeff Sundseth is one of only 50 individuals world-wide who has been certified as a Chief Medical Officer by the Commission on Professional Certification from the Center for Public Safety Excellence • This designation is based on Jeff‟s achievements in education, leadership and management skills
Jeff Sundseth EMS Director
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Quality of Life
New Employees in Key Positions
Bonita Hall HR Director & Safety Manager
David Whittaker Director of Inspection Services & Chief Building Officer
Matt Buchanan Executive Director of PEDC
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Quality of Life
Green-Friendly City Facilities
Future City facilities will conform to green standards to become a more sustainable community.
Ed Grossenheider Parks & Building Maintenance Superintendent
Lata Krishnarao & Ed Grossenheider have completed the LEED Green Associate Certification for knowledge of green design, construction & operation.
Lata Krishnarao Planning Director
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Quality of Life
Knapp Senior Center
• Activity attendance grew by 5,800 in 2009
• ActionS of Brazoria County utilizes Knapp Center to provide 100+ meals to homebound seniors • Regular entertainment provided by Houston Symphony, Houston Grand Opera, Harbor Lights Choir, and other local organizations
• UHCL-Pearland partners with the Center to conduct monthly adult education classes and lectures
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Quality of Life
Leisure Activities
• Parks & Recreation held 25 separate days of special events attended by over 68,000 residents, including over 8,200 participants from outside the City • Major events include Winterfest, Summer Concerts, July 4th Celebration, and Hometown Christmas Festival
• The Natatorium & Rec Center, the planned Max Road & Shadow Creek Ranch sports complexes, and improved trails & parks will help to make Pearland a unique place to „Learn, Play and Grow!‟
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Quality of Life
Quality School Districts
• The City and Pearland ISD share facilities and activities that make the best use of the community‟s tax dollars • Pearland ISD opened its second high school, Dawson, on Cullen Pkwy to support the growing district
• Alvin ISD‟s planned high school will support their elementary and junior high facilities on the west side
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State of the City
Closing Comments
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Closing Comments
Pearland was founded in 1894, only 58 years after Texas‟ independence and 49 years after becoming the 28th state of the Union. We are now 10 years into the 21st century and face many different challenges and opportunities than the founders of Pearland.
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Closing Comments
Challenges
• Pearland did not start as a planned community, but we must continue to adapt to the master planned community concept.
• Multimodal transportation opportunities must be provided for people to commute in and out of Pearland.
• Maintaining fiscal stability during this economic downturn requires careful financial planning and a measured pace for capital improvements. • Maintaining our quality of life and small town atmosphere will be important as we continue to be one of the fastest growing cities in the Gulf Coast Area.
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Closing Comments
Pearland Economic Development Corp. The Spectrum
• Premier location for Biomedical & Nanotech R & D with direct access to BW 8 and SH 288 • Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. is the first biomedical research and manufacturing company located in The Spectrum
• Represents the efforts of the Pearland Economic Development Corp.‟s to bring quality development, and promote Pearland across the nation and the world
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Closing Comments
Partnerships
Pearland has developed strong partnerships with many community organizations, including: • Pearland Chamber - represents city business, joint City/Chamber events, new commerce center • Pearland School District - Rec Center/Natatorium, youth and City events (ongoing discussions with Alvin ISD) • Brazoria Drainage District #4 - Drainage and joint construction projects with City • State, county and local officials - strong working relationships for local initiatives and representation
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Closing Comments
Cultural Opportunities
Pearland is an ideal location for cultural arts and entertainment. We are fortunate to have 3 non-profit organizations contributing to our cultural needs:
• Pearland Historical Society - records and shares Pearland History (future museum planned)
• Pearland Arts League - encourages and supports the fine arts in all forms • Pearland Community Orchestra - concert orchestra, community band and dance combo
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Closing Comments
Historical District
Pearland is part of the San Jacinto Texas Historic District which establishes the historical surrounding area and battleground of the Battle of San Jacinto. The District was established by the State to commemorate this historic battle that established Texas as a nation and changed the course of events in America.
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Closing Comments
2010 Census
• Provides data for decisions on education, social services, transportation, economic development and many other areas - all important to Pearland • Determines number of congressional and state legislative districts and how they are drawn
• Utilized to allocate more than $400 billion federal funds among state and local governments
• It is the law, privacy is guaranteed, and each form is worth about $1800 per year to your community - if you fill out the form
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Closing Comments
City’s ‘To Do’ List
• Continue working at regional, state, and national levels to obtain funding for infrastructure and services
• Continue promoting Pearland as a city of the future for economic development and for the place to live and work
• Continue planning for the next level of community projects such as arts, entertainment, and other facilities expected of a destination city • Continue developing Pearland as a community with emphasis on quality development, quality service, and quality of life
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My Job as Mayor
My goals remain unchanged:
• Keep the needs of our citizens up front as we plan & develop our city
• Continue our vision of Pearland as a quality & attractive city by doing things today that will prepare us for tomorrow
• Continue quality City services & maintain our small town atmosphere • Be proactive in overseeing growth & planning issues with a focus on quality of life • Make sure that we are proud to say, “I live in Pearland”
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Special thanks for assistance in putting together this presentation...
Mattie Culver
Debbie Schielke
Jon Branson
And Numerous Other City Employees
Thank you for your attendance today!
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