2004-01-12 Regular Meeting, Public Hearing, and Workshop Meeting

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r: • o Promote the program through newspaper or utility billing inserts to introduce the public to the idea and to promote .its use as a tool to improve La Porte's image as a great place to live and play. o Use the resulting fund to implement the Tree City U.S.A. and Keep La Porte Beautiful programs as well as supplemental funding for new trail segments for the city. The Voluntary Contribution Plan can be a tangible asset to the City of La Porte, funded by people who care about making La Porte a better place to live. The real advantage of this program is that it is strictly voluntary. Residents can choose to participate or not, much like the campaign contribution block on the U.S. tax returns. It's relatively painless and can make a tremendous difference in funding the quality of life issues such as Keep La Porte Beautiful, and Tree City U.S.A., and our trail system that were so important to our residents as indicated in the Park Master Plan and the City's Comprehensive Plan Update. Residents, businesses, and anyone who pays a water bill can participate, and by doing so, a~ntribute to the improvement of these quality of life issues for our city. Staff recommends that the City Council consider implementation of the Voluntary Contribution Plan for Beautification and Trails Initiatives for La Porte.